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Santa Barbara County welcomes its newest executive officer, Jana Petersen, bringing decades of public service experience from Boulder County to lead one of California’s most complex county governments. With a $1.6 billion budget looming and tough decisions ahead—including potential layoffs and program cuts—Petersen’s leadership will be vital as the county navigates economic uncertainty, natural disasters, and pandemic recovery. Known for her crisis management skills and background in journalism and public administration, she’s poised to hit the ground running on August 20th, stepping into a role previously held by outgoing CEO Mona Miyasoto after 13 years of guiding the county through major challenges.

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