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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
Council will adopt a resolution authorizing the County to levy $309,793 in benefit assessments for the Redwood Shores Landscape Maintenance District No. 1995-1 for tax year 2026-2027.
The committee will review the implementation of the final development and engineering fee as directed by the Council.
What's happening
Why it matters
The fee impacts developers and property owners, influencing town revenue for infrastructure projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Council Chambers Conference Room, Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022 or via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81670932502?pwd=gQ5usZZ6xCa48YR6APYmnijzo8bj2A.1
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Raise your virtual hand during the meeting to be recognized by the Chair.
Decision update
The Council directed staff to implement the fee schedule changes, including 90% cost recovery for planning, engineering and building fees, 80% cost recovery for ADUs and certain small projects, no fee for seismic gas shutoff valves, and to reduce hourly blended rates to 90% (80% for ADUs) while keeping separate rates by project type. The Council also requested the schedule be presented in three separate tables and the final revised schedule be sent to the Finance and Investment Committee.
Decided Jul 27, 2026.
The committee will hear a performance review of investments for the quarter ending June 30, 2026.
Finance Director Leung will provide a quarterly report covering project reimbursements, uncollectable receivables, accounting software work plan, audit preparation, OPEB valuation, and investment updates.
Staff presented changes to the city’s FY 2026‑27 budget that the commission adopted.
Board will receive a financial update from the Finance Liaison.
Board will allow public comment on consent calendar items before voting.
Board receives a report on the Fairgrounds Management Corporation’s financial statement (ID# 129867).
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $115,000 gift from Epic Systems Corporation.
What's happening
Why it matters
It provides additional funding for health services aimed at vulnerable residents.
Who is affected
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.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend that the Department of Public Health accept and expend a $115,000 safety‑net gift from Epic Systems to assist low‑income and at‑risk populations.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The City will accept a $250,000 grant from the Jain‑Trivedi Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
It helps low‑income citizens serve on juries by covering their expenses, supporting a fairer justice system.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on July 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend that the Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector accept and expend a $250,000 grant from the Jain‑Trivedi Fund to increase per‑diems for low‑income jurors in the “Be The Jury” program.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The committee heard a request to release $1,118,828 from reserve funds to the Sheriff’s Office.
What's happening
Why it matters
Releasing the money would fund police equipment, staffing, and facility costs, directly affecting public safety services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250 on July 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee heard and filed the request to release $1,118,828 of reserved funds to the Sheriff’s Office for rent, software licensing, and salary expenses.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The committee considered a resolution to retroactively approve a $1,119,045 increase to a CDC grant, bringing the total grant to $15,873,392.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the grant increase enables the health department to continue STD prevention programs, protecting community health.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250 on July 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend that the Department of Public Health accept and expend a $1,119,045 increase to a CDC grant, bringing the total to $15,873,392 for the STD Prevention and Control program.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The committee recommends a motion to place on the November 3, 2026 ballot an ordinance that would end the foreclosure exemption for most property transfers starting March 1, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
It removes a tax break for many property owners and generates new revenue for city services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting on July 22, 2026.
Email: Submit comments to the committee clerk at brent.jalipa@sfgov.org.
Submit comment: Comments can be submitted in writing to the clerk before the meeting.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend placing a measure before voters to eliminate the real‑property‑transfer‑tax foreclosure exemption for most properties beginning March 1 2027 and to increase the City’s appropriation limit by the resulting tax revenue.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The City and County will settle an unlitigated claim filed by International Federation of Technical Engineers, Local 21 for $201,174.
What's happening
Why it matters
Settling the claim avoids further litigation costs and resolves a labor dispute affecting city finances.
Who is affected
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.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of a $201,174 settlement with International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers Local 21 and to suspend Board Rule 3.25.2 that would normally require referral to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $37,500 gift from Epic Systems Corporation.
What's happening
Why it matters
It adds funding for health programs serving vulnerable community members.
Who is affected
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.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend that the Department of Public Health accept and expend a $37,500 unrestricted gift from Epic Systems to help low‑income and at‑risk populations.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend a $115,000 gift from Epic Systems to help low-income and at-risk populations.
The City and County will settle unlitigated claims filed by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021 for $181,306.
What's happening
Why it matters
The settlement resolves labor claims, preventing further legal expenses and stabilizing workforce relations.
Who is affected
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.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of a $181,306 settlement with SEIU Local 1021 and to suspend Board Rule 3.25.2 that would normally require referral to the Government Audit and Oversight Committee.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
A hearing will be held to consider appeals of property tax assessments. The meeting is scheduled for 9:00 AM at Room 130, 130 Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134.
Board will receive an update on the FY2025‑2026 financial audit process.
Approve amendment to the Professional Development Consulting Services Agreement with Sheryl Schaffner, extending the term to August 31, 2027 and expanding services.
Board will hold a public hearing on proposed special assessments to fund hazardous weed, brush, and rubbish abatement on identified properties.
Board will receive a presentation on the district’s ten‑year budget forecast.
Approve the draft minutes from the June 23, 2026 regular meeting.
Council will waive the second reading and adopt an ordinance to place a $125,000,000 general‑obligation bond measure on the November 3, 2026 ballot.
What's happening
Why it matters
The bond would fund a new civic center with a library, police emergency command center, community park, and water and stormwater infrastructure, affecting community services and safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting on July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $125 million bond measure for civic center” passed (5–0).
Decided Jul 21, 2026.
