Recall organizers, led by Santa Cruz County Republican Party chairman Dan Dellinges, failed to gather the required number of signatures by the July 2 deadline.
Nisa Talavera
Gutfahr Receives Ten-Year Sentence for Embezzlement
Of the $38 million stolen, the County has recovered $5.9 million to distribute to school and fire districts impacted by Gutfahr’s embezzlement. As of June 23, local districts are waiting to see their share of the recovered money be posted to their accounts.
Former Treasurer’s Properties Set to Hit the Market
The liquidation of Liz Gutfahr’s assets will help recover a portion of the $38 million she embezzled from Santa Cruz County.
Investing in Our Community
Let’s come together this holiday season to support not only the PRT but also the people and businesses that make our community a place worth celebrating.
Gutfahr Admits Guilt in Plea Bargain, Awaits Sentencing
The former Santa Cruz County treasurer plead guilty to embezzlement, money laundering and tax evasion. She will remain free, under strict conditions, until her sentencing hearing on Feb. 6, 2025.
County Assessor Candidates Interviewed on Zoom
Here are the PRT’s new interviews with incumbent Pablo Ramos and his challenger Octavio “Tavo” Gradillas. Both are Democrats.
PRT to Host Candidate Forums at Tin Shed Theater
The Patagonia Regional Times is hosting two political candidate forums this summer at the Tin Shed Theater. The first will be the Sheriff Candidates Forum, which will be held on Saturday, June 29, from 2 – 4pm. The second forum will occur on July 13, from 2 – 4pm with the Dist. 3 Supervisor Candidates […]
Primary Impact
Here’s why the PRT is hosting two candidate forums before the July 30 primary elections—and how you can participate.
Officials Voice Frustration With Congress Over Border Funding
At a Mar. 18 press conference in Nogales, Congressman Ruben Gallego, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and Sheriff David Hathaway urged Congress to pass legislation to address the crisis at the border.

