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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
Supervisors will review a charter amendment that would establish a nonprofit Municipal Finance Corporation and a Public Bank, outlining their mission, governance, and purpose. The amendment would be placed on the November 3, 2026 election ballot.
Board approved budget revisions and transfers needed to close the county’s accounting records for FY 2025‑2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Closing the books ensures accurate financial reporting and accountability for county funds.
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 item “Approve Year-End Budget Transfers FY 2025‑2026” passed.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The board heard the appeal of a $38,656.96 Transient Occupancy Tax and Tourism Business Improvement District assessment.
What's happening
Why it matters
The decision confirms the tax and penalty amounts owed, affecting the club’s finances and ensuring the district’s revenue stream.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the County Administration Building or join via Zoom (register in advance).
Email: Send comments to sbcob@countyofsb.org before 5:00 PM the day before the meeting.
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email as described.
Decision update
The item “15 Miramar Club LLC Tax Appeal Decision” passed.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board approved, ratified and authorized a First Amendment for the CAD system software and maintenance contract with Central Square Technologies, LLC, covering April 1 2026 through March 31 2027, not to exceed $223,700.00.
What's happening
Why it matters
It ensures continued operation of the emergency dispatch system, affecting response times for public safety.
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 item “Approve CAD system software support amendment” passed.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The board approved the consolidation and rendering of services for the General and Special Municipal Elections on November 3, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
These actions set the rules for upcoming elections, ensure fair candidate communication, and could create a new local tax revenue source.
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 item “Approve Santa Maria election services and tax measure” passed.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
Approved two budget revision requests identified as Nos. 0011141 and 0011145.
What's happening
Why it matters
These revisions adjust County spending allocations, affecting how funds are used for County programs and services.
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 item “Approve Budget Revision Requests 0011141 and 0011145” was approved.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The board approved the request to place a measure that would raise the Utility Users Tax on methane, water, electricity, sewer, and garbage services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher utility taxes could increase monthly bills for residents and fund district services.
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 item “Approve utility tax increase measure for Isla Vista” passed.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The hearing will be streamed live as audio that the public can listen to online. The stream is available at the time of the hearing.
The Assessment Appeals Board will hold a public hearing at 130 West Tasman Drive. The hearing will review dozens of condo owners’ requests to change their property tax assessments.
The Treasurer will present a financial report to the Commission.
Commission will receive the Treasurer's report (ID# 129663) as part of the consent calendar.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides financial oversight of county operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend meeting in person or via Zoom
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit comments per public comment instructions
Decision update
The item “Receive Treasurer Report (Consent Calendar)” was approved (Ayes: Madison, Stankovich, Cohen, Anderson, Minkowski, Pandey, Smith, Inala, Anpilogova, Glace; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
The committee is reviewing an initiative ordinance to create a fund that will collect and spend money, gifts, grants, and donations to expand access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents. The ordinance would be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot for voter approval.
The committee is reviewing an initiative ordinance to create a fund that will receive and spend money, gifts, grants, or donations to expand access to affordable, nutritious food for city residents. The item was assigned under the 30‑day rule and referred to the department.
The Board of Supervisors’ Assessment Appeals Board held a hearing to consider appeals from property owners about their property tax assessments. The agenda lists dozens of appeals for businesses, condos, and other property types.
The city will hold a hearing to consider appeals of property tax assessments. Property owners can present their cases to the assessment appeals board.
Supervisors considered a charter amendment to create a Municipal Finance Corporation and a public bank as nonprofit corporations, outlining their mission, principles, and governance. The amendment is scheduled for a future election on November 3, 2026.
Committee members will vote to approve the official record of what happened at the May 14 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approved minutes become the official account of decisions and discussions, which can be referenced for future actions and public records.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person or via Zoom to voice any concerns about the minutes.
Email: Hluetagenda@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Written comments may be submitted at the meeting or emailed before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Approve minutes of May 14, 2026 regular meeting” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Abe-Koga, Arenas; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 30, 2026.
The Assessment Appeals Board will hold a remote hearing on June 26, 2026 to review a series of appeals from property owners seeking changes to their property tax assessments. The hearing will be streamed live via Zoom and includes a roll call, opening statements, and consideration of each appeal listed on the agenda.
The Assessment Appeals Board held a remote hearing via Zoom to review a list of property assessment appeals, including appeals from Willow Glen LLC, Karen Feng, Pure Storage Inc., and several American Multi‑Cinema locations. Each appeal was presented, sworn in, and considered by the board members.
The Department of Public Health is authorized to accept and spend recurring state grant funds for FY 2026‑2027.
The ordinance was amended to set estimated receipts and expenditures for all city departments for FY 2026-2027 and FY 2027-2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
It determines how city money will be spent and what services can be funded.
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 amended the Budget and Appropriation Ordinance for FY 2026‑2028, changing title sections as specified. This amendment is a committee action, not final approval.
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
The Board will concur with the Controller’s certification that Protective Services for Adult Probation and Security Services for the Department of Public Health can be performed by a private contractor at lower cost.
The committee will hear the administrative provisions of the proposed appropriation ordinance for FY 2027‑2028.
The Board will concur with the Controller’s certification that Materials Testing and Inspection Services for the Department of Public Works can be performed by a private contractor at lower cost.
What's happening
Why it matters
If approved, the change could lower costs for the city, but the item is currently tabled pending further consideration.
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 item “Resolution to outsource Materials Testing and Inspection Services” was continued.
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
