Budget & Taxes

What's happening

• Board will approve corrections to the county’s identified tax rolls.

Why it matters

Accurate tax rolls ensure property owners are billed correctly and county revenue is properly accounted.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board adopted a resolution to authorize a contract with Baker Places, Inc. to provide adult crisis residential services from August 25 2026 through June 30 2029.
• The contract may cost up to $8,316,934.

Why it matters

The agreement will provide critical housing and support for adults experiencing crisis, improving community safety and health outcomes.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board adopted a resolution approving an amendment that lets the San Mateo County In‑Home Supportive Services Public Authority participate in CalPERS.
• The amendment is being adopted as a formal resolution.

Why it matters

Participation in CalPERS affects retirement benefits and financial obligations for IHSS employees and county taxpayers.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• Board adopted a resolution to authorize a grant agreement with the San Francisco Public Health Foundation.
• The grant can be up to $350,000 and runs from August 25, 2026 to June 30, 2027.
• The board will explore locating the Pride Center on county property.

Why it matters

Provides funding and potential space for the Pride Center, supporting LGBTQ+ services in the county.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board adopted a resolution confirming and approving a $2.5 million local match from the county’s opioid settlement funds for Horizon Services’ 69‑bed Palm Recovery Center in Burlingame.
• The Board also authorized the County Health Chief to negotiate and execute funding, operating, and other agreements needed to implement the project.

Why it matters

The funding enables construction of a new behavioral‑health facility that will treat opioid addiction and address unmet community needs.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board considered and adopted the response to the 2025‑2026 Grand Jury report on property tax bill charges.
• The Chair was authorized to sign the response letter and forward it to the Presiding Judge of the Superior Court.
• The actions were determined not to require CEQA review because they are administrative activities.

Why it matters

It clarifies why extra charges appear on property tax bills and directs the tax collector to improve public communication, helping taxpayers understand their bills.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board approved accepting $1,300,000 PATH award funding for the Sheriff and Probation departments.
• The Board approved Budget Revision Request No. 1601 for $650,000 to fund the County Health Department.
• The Board determined the actions are exempt from CEQA review.

Why it matters

The funding supports health and justice services for individuals involved in the criminal justice system, impacting public safety and community health.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board held a hearing on the Raff appeal of the Transient Occupancy Tax assessment.
• The Board granted a waiver of the tax, penalties, and interest totaling $65,840.11.

Why it matters

The waiver reduces the financial burden on the property owners and could influence future tax policy for short‑term rentals.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board approved Budget Revision Request No. 1611.
• The Board approved Budget Revision Requests Nos. 1583 and 1614.

Why it matters

These changes adjust the county’s budget allocations, affecting the services residents receive.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board approved and ratified grant agreement (CA26PRP23830) with Sierra Health Foundation for $395,332.
• The Board approved Budget Revision Request No. 1572 to accept the funds and increase county infrastructure for substance use and mental health services.
• The Board determined the action is not subject to CEQA environmental review.

Why it matters

Provides funding to expand county facilities for substance‑use and mental‑health services.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board adopted a resolution establishing property tax rates and levying taxes for FY 2026‑2027.
• The Board determined the action is not subject to CEQA review.

Why it matters

The rates set how much property owners pay, affecting county revenue and services.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Board accepted the Treasurer’s Investment Pool Report for filing for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.
• The Board determined the action is a fiscal activity and is not subject to CEQA.

Why it matters

Filing the report provides transparency about county investments, and the CEQA determination avoids unnecessary environmental review.

Who is affected

How to act

What's happening

• The Council will adopt a new policy and procedure governing town purchases.

Why it matters

It sets clear rules for how the town buys goods and services, promoting transparency and fiscal responsibility.

Who is affected

How to act