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Sep1Tue

City CouncilEast Palo Alto

Reimburse Veolia for 2025-26 water system improvements

The City Council will vote to approve up to $296,110 in reimbursement to Veolia for capital water system improvements in FY 2025‑2026.

Vote scheduled Sep 1Comment period has passedSep 1Budget & Taxes

What's happening

The City Council will vote to approve up to $296,110 in reimbursement to Veolia for capital water system improvements in FY 2025‑2026.
The reimbursement will be funded from the Water Capital Fund.

Why it matters

It ensures that water‑main repairs, fire‑hydrant replacements, and valve upgrades are paid for, keeping water service reliable and safe for residents.

Who is affected

Residentswater customershomeownersrenters

How to act

Attend: Join the City Council meeting in person at 2415 University Ave, First Floor, East Palo Alto, or via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85076322648

Email: cityclerk@cityofepa.org

Submit comment: Email comments to cityclerk@cityofepa.org, include the agenda item number, or submit a speaker card at the meeting, or use the Raise Hand feature when called.

Sep 1, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Aug 22, 2026, 7:51 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council unanimously approved the payments to Veolia for FY 2025‑2026 capital water system improvements.

Decided Sep 1, 2026.

Sep1Tue

City CouncilEast Palo Alto

Accept cash disbursement report for June 2026

The City Council is asked to accept the EPASD cash disbursement report for June 2026.

Vote scheduled Sep 1Comment period has passedSep 1Budget & Taxes

What's happening

The City Council is asked to accept the EPASD cash disbursement report for June 2026.
The report shows $5.8 million spent, 84% of the $6.8 million budget, with expenses within the approved budget.

Why it matters

Accepting the report confirms that district spending is on track and transparent for taxpayers.

Who is affected

taxpayerslocal residents

How to act

Attend: Join in person at 2415 University Ave, First Floor, or via Zoom using the provided link.

Email: cityclerk@cityofepa.org

Submit comment: Email comments referencing agenda item 11.1, submit a speaker card at the meeting, or use the Raise Hand feature when called.

Sep 1, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Aug 22, 2026, 7:51 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The City Council approved the June 2026 cash disbursement report, adopting the EPASD Consent Calendar with a 5‑0 vote.

Decided Sep 1, 2026.

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Resolution setting 2026-27 property tax rate

The Board set a combined property tax rate of $1.18162182 per $100 of assessed value for FY2026‑2027.

PassedSep 1Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Settle N.T. lawsuit for $1,500,000

The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the lawsuit filed by N.T. alleging sexual abuse in foster care.

Info onlySep 1Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Settlement of Owen Equipment property damage claim for $121,257.81

The city will pay $121,257.81 to settle the claim.

Info onlyComment period has passedSep 1Budget & Taxes

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Settlement of iHeartMedia tax claim for $141,686

The city will pay $141,686 to settle the claim.

Info onlyComment period has passedSep 1Budget & Taxes

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Settle Primitivo Ramirez lawsuit for $100,000

The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the personal‑injury lawsuit filed by Primitivo Ramirez.

Info onlySep 1Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Settle S.A. lawsuit for $500,000

The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the lawsuit filed by S.A. alleging sexual abuse in foster care.

Info onlySep 1Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Sep1Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Francisco

Settle Genasci Dairy lawsuit for $400,000

The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the lawsuit against Genasci Dairy, Inc. and related trusts.

Info onlySep 1Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Aug28Fri

Assessment AppealsSanta Clara County

Public hearing for property tax assessment appeals

The board will review twelve listed assessment appeals during a remote Zoom hearing.

Awaiting official resultAug 28Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Aug27Thu

Child Abuse Prevention CouncilSanta Clara County

Vote on CAPC Coordinator subscription expenses

The council will consider renewing three subscriptions: DocuSign Standard ($300 annually), MailChimp Essentials (up to $40 monthly), and Microsoft Office ($99.99 annually).

Vote scheduled Aug 27Aug 27Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will consider renewing three subscriptions: DocuSign Standard ($300 annually), MailChimp Essentials (up to $40 monthly), and Microsoft Office ($99.99 annually).
The council will also vote on adding three new subscriptions: Google Storage ($1.99 monthly), McAfee Anti‑Virus (estimated $69.99 annually), and Adobe Acrobat Pro ($19.99 monthly).
These expenses support the CAPC Coordinator’s work.

Why it matters

These tools enable the CAPC Coordinator to manage documents, communications, and security, directly affecting child abuse prevention efforts.

Who is affected

Nearby residentsTaxpayers

How to act

Attend: Attend the Executive Committee meeting at 8:00 AM on August 27, 2026.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Aug 27, 2026, 8:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 11, 2026, 5:03 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:21 PM PT

Decision update

Committee motion passed

The item “Approve CAPC Coordinator subscription expenses” committee motion passed (Unanimous).

Decided Aug 27, 2026.

Aug26Wed

Hsinchu, Taiwan Sister-County CommissionSanta Clara County

Receive Trust Fund Account report

The commission will receive a financial report on the Hsinchu Sister‑County Commission Trust Fund.

Meeting canceledComment period has passedAug 26Budget & Taxes

Aug26Wed

County of Santa Clara Defined Contribution Plans CommitteeSanta Clara County

Cancellation of Defined Contribution Plans Committee meeting

The regular meeting scheduled for Aug 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM has been cancelled.

Meeting canceledAug 26Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Aug26Wed

Assessment AppealsSanta Clara County

Assessment appeals hearing for multiple property owners

The board will review and decide on more than 150 assessment appeals.

Under discussionComment period has passedAug 26Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

City CouncilLos Altos

Accept Treasurer's June 30, 2026 report

The Council will receive and file the City Treasurer's report for the quarter ending June 30, 2026.

Info onlyComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

City CouncilLos Altos

Receive and file Treasurer's quarterly report

The council will receive the City Treasurer’s report for the quarter ending June 30, 2026 and file it.

Info onlyComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

City CouncilLos Altos

Resolution to replace History Museum roof

The council will vote to authorize a contract with Diablo Roofing to replace and repair the museum roof.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

City CouncilLos Altos

Accept Treasurer's quarterly report

The council will receive and file the Treasurer's report for the quarter ending June 30, 2026.

Routine approvalComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

City CouncilLos Altos

Vote on History Museum Roof Replacement Contract

The council will vote to authorize a contract with Diablo Roofing to replace the History Museum roof for up to $147,500 plus a 15% contingency.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Finance and Audit Commission work plan presentation

The Finance and Audit Commission presented its FY 2026‑27 work plan and reviewed prior‑year activities.

Info onlyAug 25Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Aug25Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Adopt resolution to amend salary schedule

City Council will consider a resolution to amend the salary schedule effective Sept. 6, 2026.

Info onlyAug 25Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

What's happening

City Council will consider a resolution to amend the salary schedule effective Sept. 6, 2026.
The amendment implements a 3% salary increase for police officers and keeps a 15% pay differential for police sergeants, as required by labor agreements.

Why it matters

It changes pay for police officers and sergeants, affecting the city budget and public‑safety staffing.

Who is affected

Police officersPolice sergeantsCity taxpayers

How to act

Attend: Not listed in the source document.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Aug 25, 2026, 5:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 21, 2026, 7:14 AM PTUpdated Oct 12, 2026, 2:50 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which includes the resolution to amend the salary schedule effective September 6, 2026.

Decided Aug 25, 2026.

Aug25Tue

Board of SupervisorsSanta Clara County

Adopt Salary Ordinance Restoring Sheriff Captain Position

Introduce and preliminarily adopt Salary Ordinance No. NS-20.26.03 on August 25, 2026, restoring one Captain position in the Office of the Sheriff and removing its September 30, 2026 expiration date.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes

Aug25Tue

Board of SupervisorsSanta Clara County

Preliminary adoption of Salary Ordinance for Sheriff and Communications positions

The board will preliminarily adopt Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.12, removing expiration dates for 34 positions in the Sheriff’s Office and County Communications Department.

Awaiting official resultAug 25Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Aug25Tue

Board of SupervisorsSanta Clara County

Vote on terms of Tentative MOA with SEIU Local 2015

The Board will consider approving a tentative agreement with SEIU Local 2015 that covers the period October 1, 2026 through January 31, 2029.

Info onlyComment period has passedAug 25Budget & Taxes