Board of SupervisorsSanta Clara County
Consider waiver and $1,000 Veterans sponsorship
The Board may waive policy 3.68.4.2 that requires 30‑day sponsorship approval.
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The Board may waive policy 3.68.4.2 that requires 30‑day sponsorship approval.
The Board will consider waiving Policy 3.68.4.2 that requires a 30‑day notice for sponsorships.
The Board will consider waiving Policy 3.68.4.2 that requires a 30‑day notice for sponsorships.
The Board will approve allocating $249,485 of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 County Transient Occupancy Tax revenues to SVCreates for the current fiscal year.
The board will hear appeals from property owners regarding the assessment of their properties.
The Board approved a $680,000 grant to CenCal Health for Medi‑Cal outreach and navigation services from August 18, 2026 to June 30, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding expands outreach to help eligible residents enroll in Medi‑Cal and navigate health services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: ??
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Grant agreement with CenCal Health for Medi‑Cal outreach funding” passed.
Decided Oct 6, 2026.
Received and filed the Inmate Welfare Fund annual statement for FY 2025‑2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures transparency and proper use of funds dedicated to inmate welfare, affecting county budgeting and oversight.
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 Board received and filed the Inmate Welfare Fund annual statement for FY 2025‑2026 and approved it, determining the filing is not a CEQA project. The action is final.
Decided Oct 6, 2026.
The Board approved a revenue agreement with Santa Maria Joint Union High School District to fund early‑intervention and substance‑use treatment services, projecting $65,656.00 for September 15 2026 through June 30 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding provides critical alcohol and drug services to students, supporting their health and academic success.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at 105 East Anapamu Street or via Zoom using the registration link.
Email: sbcob@countyofsb.org
Submit comment: Submit comments by email before 5:00 PM the day before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Approve revenue agreement for school alcohol‑drug program” passed.
Decided Oct 6, 2026.
The Board approved a second amendment that increases the contract amount by $1,181,800, raising the total maximum to $29,571,800.
What's happening
Why it matters
The changes expand mental‑health and justice‑involved services, ensuring continued care and additional capacity for vulnerable residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at 105 East Anapamu Street or via Zoom using the registration link.
Email: sbcob@countyofsb.org
Submit comment: Submit comments by email before 5:00 PM the day before the meeting.
Decision update
The Board approved, ratified, and authorized the Chair to execute a second amendment to the services agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, updating provisions and extending the JIC program, and found the action is not a CEQA project. The passage is final.
Decided Oct 6, 2026.
Approved Budget Revision Request No. 1729.
What's happening
Why it matters
Adjusts county spending, affecting services and tax rates for 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 Board approved Budget Revision Request 1729 (majority vote) and Requests 1576, 1655, 1732 (4/5 vote). The approvals are final.
Decided Oct 6, 2026.
Board received and filed an update on cannabis tax collection, land‑use permitting, and business licensing for Q4 FY 2025‑2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
The update informs the public about cannabis revenue and regulatory status, affecting local businesses and county 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 Board received and filed the fourth‑quarter update on cannabis taxation, permitting and licensing, and approved it, determining the update is not a CEQA project. The action is final.
Decided Oct 6, 2026.
The Board is considering a resolution that lets the Director of Public Works increase the change‑order limit on the construction contract with Gordon N. Ball, Inc. for the Tunitas Creek Beach Improvements Project by $926,646.71, raising the cap to $15,179,727.71.
The board is considering a resolution to amend the district‑discretionary Measure K grant agreement with Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation.
The Board is asked to adopt a resolution amending Master Salary Resolution 081981 to delete two positions, add two new positions, set a salary range for a new extra‑help classification, and add new allowances to Section 5 – Special Compensation.
Board is presented with a resolution opposing Proposition 43, which would raise the voter‑approval threshold for special tax measures to two‑thirds.
The Council would approve Amendment No. 1 to extend the WestLight Energy Member Agency Grant Program Agreement through December 31, 2028.
ACH payments for city/district warrants were processed on September 4, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution to issue a 2026‑2027 Notice of Funding Availability for affordable multi‑family rental development.
The CFO will present an overview of the County and Behavioral Health Services Department budget.
Commission will consider supporting county efforts to address the VLF funding shortfall.
Vote to purchase a new flag for Child Abuse Awareness Month.
The Department of Public Health will accept and spend a $475,000 grant from Cal OES via the San Francisco General Hospital Foundation.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding improves physical and digital security infrastructure for women's health services, enhancing safety and service delivery.
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 authorizing a $475,000 grant to the Physical and Digital Infrastructure Security Women’s Options Center (PDIS WOC) 6G Improvements program, retroactive for September 1 2024 through December 31 2026. This recommendation is not final approval.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The ordinance authorizes the Public Utilities Commission to issue up to $492,820,000 in water revenue bonds.
What's happening
Why it matters
The bonds will provide financing to prepay the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission’s share of lease payments for its headquarters at 525 Golden Gate Avenue.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Bond issuance for water, wastewater and power utilities” was amended in committee.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The District Attorney’s Office is authorized to accept a grant of up to $590,718 over three years.