The Yolo County Board of Supervisors appointed Melinda Aiello on June 23 to serve as Yolo County District Attorney for the remainder of the current term, which expires January 8, 2029. Photo courtesy of Yolo County

WOODLAND, CA (MPG) - Following a public recruitment and interview process, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors appointed Melinda Aiello on June 23 to serve as Yolo County District Attorney for the remainder of the current term, which expires January 8, 2029.

The appointment follows the retirement of former District Attorney Jeff Reisig on May 15. Under California law, the Board of Supervisors is responsible for filling the vacancy and appointing an individual to serve the remainder of the term.

The appointment follows a Board-directed recruitment process that concluded on June 10. The County received three applications, which were made available to the public with personal contact information redacted. The Board interviewed each candidate in open session during its June 23 meeting before making its appointment.

“Today's action concludes a thoughtful and transparent process to fill this important countywide office,” said Sheila Allen, chair of the Yolo County Board of Supervisors. “We appreciate all three candidates for their willingness to serve and their participation in the public interview process. Melinda Aiello brings deep prosecutorial experience, steady leadership and a strong understanding of the Yolo County District Attorney's Office. We appreciate the stability she will provide in the office and are encouraged by her commitment to utilizing this opportunity for positive change. My colleagues and I look forward to Melinda continuing to serve the public with professionalism and integrity.”

Aiello currently serves as acting district attorney and has served as a prosecutor for nearly 30 years, including more than a decade with the Yolo County District Attorney's Office. During her tenure, she has served in several leadership positions, including assistant chief deputy district attorney, chief deputy district attorney and acting district attorney. She has overseen major operational divisions, victim services programs and countywide public safety initiatives while working closely with law enforcement agencies, county departments and community organizations.

“I am honored by the Board's confidence and grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the residents of Yolo County," said Aiello. “This office has a dedicated team of attorneys, investigators, victim advocates, and professional staff, and I am committed to supporting their work. Together, we will continue to focus on public safety, victim services, accountability and community trust.”