The Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors appointed Richard DeGette as the new Behavioral Health Director on Tuesday, July 19. Mr. DeGette will succeed current Director, Madelyn Schlaepfer, who is retiring after 24 years of dedicated service to the community. The recruitment for a new Behavioral Health Director initially drew over 60 applicants from throughout the nation, with a subsequent interview process that included key community members, partners and stakeholders.