County of Yolo
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
The County of Yolo is a California government entity that provides regional public administration across areas such as General Government, Health and Human Services, Law and Justice Services, and Planning and Public Works. Located in Woodland, within California’s Central Valley and Sacramento River Delta region, it serves a population of more than 202,000 residents and operates under a General Law framework with an elected five-member Board of Supervisors. The county’s functions are organized to address local governance needs, public health, social services, environmental management, and infrastructure planning, supported by a multi-department structure and a substantial annual budget to administer services for its communities. As a public sector organization, Yolo County’s operations are focused on providing services to residents and the four primary cities within its area—Davis, West Sacramento, Winters, and Woodland—while maintaining collaboration with neighboring counties. The county has a long-standing role in agriculture and land stewardship within California’s Central Valley, reflecting its historical economic base and ongoing emphasis on planning, public works, and health initiatives. Recent developments include staffing adjustments approved by the Board of Supervisors and the launch of new programs or dashboards to track progress on strategic objectives, illustrating ongoing efforts to improve governance and service delivery.