Budget & Taxes

What's happening

• The County Executive has revised the FY 2026-27 recommended budget for the Public Health Department, including the Department of Environmental Health.
• The Board may refer the item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

The budget determines resources for programs that protect community health and environmental safety.

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What's happening

• 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.
• The item may be referred for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

The budget funds county leadership, the LAFCO’s planning work, and risk‑management services that protect public assets.

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What's happening

• The Board will review the County Executive’s FY 2026‑2027 budget for appropriations for contingencies.
• The item may be referred for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Contingency funds give the county flexibility to address unexpected expenses during the fiscal year.

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What's happening

• The board is asked to consider the County Executive’s revised FY 2026-2027 recommended budget for the Santa Clara County Library District.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

The budget supports library services, programs, and resources that benefit the community’s education and recreation.

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What's happening

• The board is asked to consider the County Executive’s revised FY 2026-2027 recommended budget for the County Communications Department.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

It sets funding levels for county communications services that keep residents informed about government programs and emergencies.

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What's happening

• Reduce Special Programs spending by $450,000 by replacing the VTA SmartPass program with a new Commuter Benefits Program.
• Rescind the Latino Health Assessment (LHA) Clinics Expansion proposal and retain $1,000,000 in the LHA Reserve.
• Allocate a one-time $1,000,000 funding for a Youth Center Reserve and refer the item for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

These changes modify county spending, affect employee transit benefits, health service funding, and create resources for a youth center, impacting the community.

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What's happening

• The Board is reviewing the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget recommendation for the Office of the County Counsel.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

It funds legal services that protect the county and its residents in lawsuits and legal matters.

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What's happening

• The Board is reviewing the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget recommendation for the Registrar of Voters.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

It supports election administration, voter registration, and related services for the county.

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What's happening

• The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget for special programs and reserves.
• The item may be referred for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Funding for community services and reserve funds will be set for the next fiscal year.

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What's happening

• The Board is reviewing the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget recommendation for the Procurement Department.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

It determines the department’s ability to purchase goods and services needed for county operations.

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What's happening

• The board is asked to consider the County Executive’s revised FY 2026-2027 recommended budget for the Facilities and Fleet Department, including its Capital Budget.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Funding determines maintenance, construction, and fleet services that support county operations and public facilities.

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What's happening

• The board will review revised budget recommendations that do not change the overall General Fund balance.
• The recommendations propose adjustments to revenues and appropriations across many departments.
• The board may refer the item for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

These changes affect funding for services like public safety, health, libraries and parks, but the net impact on taxpayers is zero.

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What's happening

• The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Office of the Clerk of the Board.
• The item may be referred for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Funding supports the administrative services that keep the Board’s meetings and records running smoothly.

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What's happening

• The Board is reviewing the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget recommendation for the Office of the Assessor.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

It sets the funding level for property assessments, which impacts property owners and county tax revenue.

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What's happening

• The Board will review the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget for the Board of Supervisors and its five districts.
• The item may be referred for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

The budget determines funding for each supervisory district’s operations and services.

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What's happening

• The Board is reviewing the County Executive’s revised FY 2026‑2027 budget recommendation for the Technology Services and Solutions Department.
• The item may be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

It funds IT infrastructure and services that keep county operations and public services running smoothly.

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What's happening

• The Board will adopt a resolution approving the recommended FY 2026-2027 budget for Santa Clara County and its special districts.
• The budget outlines a nearly $14.7 billion spending plan for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026.

Why it matters

It determines how county services are funded, affecting all residents and local agencies.

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What's happening

• The Board will receive a report from an external consulting firm reviewing the County Executive’s proposed budget. No vote is expected on this item.

Why it matters

The review provides independent analysis that can influence future budget adjustments and ensure fiscal responsibility.

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What's happening

• The Board will vote to adopt the County Executive’s recommended budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The budget covers all county departments, special districts and related agencies. This is the main budget approval step before final sign‑off on June 18.

Why it matters

Adopting the budget determines how much money each department receives, affecting services like public safety, health, libraries and transportation for residents.

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