County Supervisors Select Chair for 2026

January 20, 2026

The San Diego County Board of Supervisors held an organizational meeting on Tuesday where they voted to retain their current leadership structure for 2026. Terra Lawson-Remer was selected to remain as Board Chair, a position that serves as the official spokesperson and meeting leader while also appointing supervisors to various committees. Monica Montgomery Steppe and Paloma Aguirre will continue in their respective roles as Vice Chair and Chair Pro Tempore.

Who is affected

Terra Lawson-Remer (selected as Chair)
Monica Montgomery Steppe (selected as Vice Chair)
Paloma Aguirre (selected as Chair Pro Tempore)
San Diego County Board of Supervisors
Residents of San Diego County's unincorporated areas
18 incorporated cities within the county
18 federally recognized tribes in the region

What action is being taken

The Board of Supervisors voted to select leadership positions for 2026
Terra Lawson-Remer is continuing to serve as Chair
The Chair presides over board meetings and nominates supervisors to committees
The County provides ongoing programs and services including social services, health programs, emergency preparedness, food inspections, elections, law enforcement, roads, building permits, animal services, parks, and libraries

Why it matters

The selection of board leadership is significant because the Chair serves as the official voice and representative of the County Board of Supervisors while managing meeting operations and committee appointments. This organizational structure guides decision-making for a large jurisdiction that serves multiple incorporated cities, tribal nations, and substantial unincorporated areas, affecting how essential services ranging from health programs to law enforcement are delivered to county residents.

What's next

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