Chuck Lomeli announced Feb. 27 that he will retire Dec. 28, after 33 years in public service, including 28 years as Solano County’s elected Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk. Photo courtesy of Solano County

SOLANO COUNTY, CA (MPG) – Chuck Lomeli announced Feb. 27 that he will retire Dec. 28, after 33 years in public service, including 28 years as Solano County’s elected Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk.

“Serving this community has been the honor of my professional life,” said Lomeli. “I remain deeply grateful for the trust the residents of Solano County have placed in me over the years.”

Over the past three decades, the Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk’s Office built a culture grounded in integrity, accountability and public service. Lomeli said the department’s success reflects the dedication of staff who work diligently, often behind the scenes, to deliver essential services efficiently and professionally to Solano County residents.

Under Lomeli’s leadership, the department modernized and strengthened core public services. The office implemented new technologies to improve efficiency and taxpayer access, expanded online payment and service options, enhanced the security of public records and reinforced internal controls to safeguard public funds. The department also navigated economic downturns, adapted to changing state regulations and responded to unprecedented challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, while maintaining stable operations and protecting the county’s financial resources.

As he prepares for retirement, Lomeli expressed confidence in the department’s continued strength and leadership. He endorsed Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk Denise Dix in her bid to become the next elected Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk. Dix devoted 26 years to the office, rising through the ranks based on merit and leadership. For the past two years, she has served as Assistant Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk, overseeing major operational areas.

Lomeli thanked current and former employees for their dedication and lasting contributions to the community, noting that the office’s impact reaches far beyond the walls of the department. He said Solano County has always been more than a workplace to him, it is a community he cares deeply about, and that serving as Treasurer-Tax Collector-County Clerk has been one of the greatest honors of his life.