After a dedicated tenure with the County of San Diego, Registrar of Voters Cynthia Paes has signaled the end of an era, announcing her retirement scheduled for February. Paes, a fixture in the maintenance and integrity of the county's electoral process, leaves behind a 23-year legacy of public service.
Since 2002, Paes has been part of the county's bureaucratic tapestry. She initially contributed to the Health and Human Services Agency before moving to the Registrar of Voters office in 2011. Her climb through the ranks was marked by steady commitment, ultimately leading her to the Registrar of Voters position in 2021. The importance of her role, especially when the legitimacy of the election process is scrutinized, cannot be overstated. Her leadership guided the county through multiple election cycles, each challenging.
The county officially recognized Paes' efforts through a statement released by the County of San Diego, expressing gratitude for "Paes’ leadership and for her dedication to the voters of San Diego County." With a commitment to see through the November special election, Paes will remain at her post until February 5.
