San Benito County Official Seal. Courtesy of San Benito County
San Benito County Official Seal. Courtesy of San Benito County

Informaiton provided by County of San Benito. Lea este artículo en español aquí.


San Benito County is deeply concerned about recent allegations involving the County’s Agricultural Commissioner and a local farmer. These allegations allege a serious breach of public trust, including accusations of a relationship that may have influenced the allocation of grants and equipment. The county takes these accusations seriously and we are committed to transparency, accountability, and the pursuit of justice.

The county has initiated an independent third-party investigation to determine the veracity of these allegations and assess any potential misuse of public resources. The county is committed to taking swift and appropriate action based on the investigative findings. If any wrongdoing is identified, the county will hold all parties accountable.

Our top priorities remain the health and well-being of our community and the fairness and integrity of our public institutions. This is a personnel matter, and the county will continue to provide information if it becomes publicly available. Our commitment to transparency, integrity and public service remains steadfast as we continue to serve this community effectively.