City CouncilSan Mateo
Adopt 2026-27 operating and capital budgets and Gann limit
Council will adopt resolutions to approve the fiscal year 2026‑27 operating and capital budgets.
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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
Council will adopt resolutions to approve the fiscal year 2026‑27 operating and capital budgets.
The city’s consultant will present tracking survey results for a potential November 2026 sales tax measure.
City will adopt a resolution to levy a property tax of $0.0030 per $100 of assessed value for FY 2026-27 to pay the General Obligation Bond debt service.
What's happening
Why it matters
Generates revenue to meet debt payments on the voter‑approved bond, maintaining city finances.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom using the provided link.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given in person during the meeting or remotely via Zoom chat as instructed at the end of the agenda.
Decision update
The item “Vote on FY 2026-27 General Obligation Bond tax rate” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council adopted resolutions approving the FY 2026‑27 operating and capital budgets, the 2026‑31 Capital Improvement Program, the Gann appropriations limit, and supplemental budget adjustments for FY 2025‑26.
Council adopted a resolution levying a property tax of $0.0030 per $100 of assessed value (equivalent to $3.00 per $100,000) for FY 2026‑27 to fund the voter‑approved General Obligation Bond debt service.
The council will adopt an updated investment policy dated June 15, 2026 for managing city funds.
What's happening
Why it matters
Guides how the city invests its money, affecting financial health and taxpayer 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 City Council voted unanimously to adopt an updated city investment policy dated June 15, 2026, and the Estero Municipal Improvement District Board also adopted the same updated policy. Both adoptions are final.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Staff will provide an update on the city’s FY 2026-27 budget process and timeline.
Council considered and adopted a resolution establishing the fiscal year 2026‑27 appropriations limit for the city and the district.
Council adopted resolutions approving the city and district budgets for fiscal years 2026‑27 and 2027‑28.
Council and the EMID Board will vote to approve the fiscal years 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 budgets for the city and the improvement district.
Council will move $10,330 from the Vehicle Replacement Fund, decreasing the fund balance and reallocating $70,664 for a 2027 Ford Expedition XL and equipment installation.
The Estero Municipal Improvement District will approve a one‑year extension of its rate‑assistance program for water and wastewater customers, ending June 30, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Continues financial help for qualifying water customers, preventing higher bills.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom or in‑person meeting attendance.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments referencing the agenda item before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Extend Water/Wastewater Rate Assistance Program through 2027” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
City lawyers will discuss the Montoya Navarrete and Diana Navarrete case against the City of San Mateo.
City lawyers will discuss the County of San Mateo et al. v. State of California case and its implications.
City lawyers will discuss the status and strategy for the Amitava Biswas v. City of San Mateo case.
The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Emergency Medical Services Agency.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding determines EMS response capacity and resources for emergencies.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA, or join the video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83926444646
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide public comments during the meeting via video conference or telephone as outlined in the public‑comment instructions.
Decision update
The item “Consider Emergency Medical Services budget” was approved unanimously (10–14).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The board is asked to consider the County Executive’s revised FY 2026-2027 recommended budget for the Finance Agency, including the Controller‑Treasurer Department, County Debt Services, Office of the Clerk‑Recorder, and Department of Tax and Collections.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget determines how the county manages its finances, debt, tax collection, and record‑keeping services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83926444646.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors at (408) 299-5001 before the meeting, or follow the public‑comment instructions posted online.
Decision update
The item “Consider FY 2026-2027 Finance Agency budget” was approved unanimously (10–14).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The County Executive proposes to rescind the deletion of one Program Manager I and one Community Outreach Specialist position in the Behavioral Health Services Department and transfer them to the Public Health Department, with ongoing funding of $423,501.
What's happening
Why it matters
Keeping these positions supports suicide‑prevention efforts and fulfills new state mandates, costing $423,501 from the General Fund.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Behavioral Health Services Dept FY 2026-27 Budget Recommendations” was direction provided.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The County Executive has revised the FY 2026-27 recommended budget for Santa Clara Valley Healthcare, including Custody Health Services and the Maddy Emergency Services Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding decision will shape health care delivery for county residents, inmates, and emergency responders.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Revised FY 2026-27 Budget for Santa Clara Valley Healthcare” was direction provided.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Valley Health Plan.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding impacts health coverage options for county residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA, or join the video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83926444646
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide public comments during the meeting via video conference or telephone as outlined in the public‑comment instructions.
Decision update
The item “Consider Valley Health Plan budget” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The board is asked to consider the County Executive’s revised FY 2026-2027 recommended budget for the Employee Services Agency.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding affects employee benefits, training, and support services for county workers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83926444646.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors at (408) 299-5001 before the meeting, or follow the public‑comment instructions posted online.
Decision update
The item “Consider FY 2026-2027 Employee Services Agency budget” was approved unanimously (10–14).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026-2027 budget for the Behavioral Health Services Department.
What's happening
Why it matters
It determines funding for mental health and addiction services that affect many residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via the Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit public comments according to the meeting’s public comment instructions, using the video conference link or telephone number.
Decision update
The item “Review FY 2026-2027 Budget for Behavioral Health Services” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The County Executive has revised the FY 2026-27 recommended budget for the Public Health Department, including the Department of Environmental Health.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget determines resources for programs that protect community health and environmental safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Revised FY 2026-27 Budget for Public Health Department” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Office of the County Executive, including the Local Agency Formation Commission and Risk Management.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget funds county leadership, the LAFCO’s planning work, and risk‑management services that protect public assets.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join the video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83926444646
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide comments during the public comment period via video conference or telephone as instructed in the agenda.
Decision update
The item “Review County Executive office budget” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.