Assessment AppealsSanta Clara County
Assessment appeals hearing for San Jose condos
The Assessment Appeals Board held a hearing on June 2, 2026 for multiple condo property owners.
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The Assessment Appeals Board held a hearing on June 2, 2026 for multiple condo property owners.
Staff presented the Downtown Committee Work Plan for fiscal year 2026-27 and recommended its adoption per City Council Policy A-23. The committee was asked to vote on the recommendation.
Council will adopt a resolution raising the Community Flood and Storm Protection Fee by 3.0 % to match the annual Consumer Price Index increase.
What's happening
Why it matters
The fee increase provides needed revenue to maintain flood and storm protection infrastructure, protecting neighborhoods from water damage.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the council meeting in person at City Hall Council Chamber or join via Zoom (see agenda).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide comments during the public comment period in person or remotely via Zoom.
Decision update
The item “Increase Community Flood and Storm Protection Fee 3%” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
The council will review the proposed FY 2026-27 budget.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget determines how city services and projects will be funded for the next several years.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide comments during the public comment period at the meeting.
Decision update
The item “FY 2026-27 budget and 2026-31 CIP review” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
Review the proposed budget and capital improvement program and hold a public hearing before the June 15 adoption.
What's happening
Why it matters
Budget decisions determine funding for city services and projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at City Hall or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Review FY 2026-27 budget and capital improvement program” was continued.
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
The council approved three amendments to increase on‑call design service contracts: $350,000 for CSG Consultants, $1,250,000 for Wilsey Ham dba WHB Engineers, and an extension for Freyer & Laureta. All contracts are extended to February 2029.
The council adopted a resolution to raise the community flood and storm protection fee by 3.0% to match the annual Consumer Price Index increase.
The council approved a design services agreement with Nichols Consulting Engineers for up to $753,500, plus a $76,000 contingency, to support the Citywide Street Rehabilitation Package 7B project. The Public Works Director can sign the agreement and any no‑cost extensions.
Council will adopt a resolution funding the Street Rehabilitation Project and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project for FY 2026‑27, using SB 1 road‑repair funds.
Council and the EMID Board will adopt resolutions approving a MOU with the Foster City Police Officers Association effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
Council will vote on a resolution establishing the general‑obligation bond tax rate for fiscal year 2026‑27.
What's happening
Why it matters
The tax rate determines how much homeowners will pay to fund city bonds for infrastructure and other projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to publiccomment@fostercity.org before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Adopt property tax rate for FY 2026‑27 bonds” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
Council will vote to approve the amended and restated employment agreement for City Manager Stefan Chatwin.
What's happening
Why it matters
The agreement defines the manager’s compensation and duties, affecting city leadership and payroll.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Send written comments to publiccomment@fostercity.org before the meeting.
Decision update
The official minutes record this item as Motion by Councilmember/Director Jimenez, seconded by Vice Mayor/Vice President Niderhofer, and carried unanimously, 5-0-0, adopting City Resolution No. 2026-057, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Foster City Approving the Amended and Restated City Manager Stefan Chatwin’s Employment Agreement,” and EMID Resolution No. 3852, “A Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Estero Municipal Improvement District Approving the Amended and Restated District Manager Stefan Chatwin’s Employment Agreement.
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
Finance Director Leung provided updates on excessive building fees and related reimbursements.
Committee will review the updated Draft FY’27 Budget presented by Finance Director Leung.
Committee will review the Development Services Fee Study presented by Community Development Director Bradford.
Staff recommends the commission select a focus for the Senior Health Fair.
The Board will meet in closed session to discuss a tax‑refund claim litigation involving Shamil Mawla and Christine C. Mawla.
The council will consider recommendations for $451,385 of Federal Emergency Management Performance Grant funding for FY 2024‑2025.
Board will consider a contract with Juan Reyes for facilities support services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides needed maintenance support for the fairgrounds, ensuring safe and functional facilities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the board meeting in person or via Zoom to hear the discussion.
Email: Contact the board office at bnc@cob.sccgov.org for comments.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the same email before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Approve facilities support service agreement up to $35,000” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich ABSENT: Bini; Noes: None).
Decided May 27, 2026.
Board will vote to approve all items listed on the consent calendar.
What's happening
Why it matters
Streamlines approval of routine items, allowing the board to focus on substantive discussions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Email comments to bnc@cob.sccgov.org.
Submit comment: Submit written comments before the meeting.
Decision update
The board approved the consent calendar and the related changes to the Fairgrounds Management Corporation agenda. This approval is final.
Decided May 27, 2026.
The board will receive a report on the Fairgrounds Management Corporation’s financial statement.
Board will approve a second amendment for legal services with the County of Santa Clara.
What's happening
Why it matters
Secures continued legal representation for the fairgrounds, protecting the corporation in legal matters.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Send comments to bnc@cob.sccgov.org.
Submit comment: Provide written comments to the email before the meeting.
Decision update
The board unanimously approved the second amendment for legal services with the County of Santa Clara for the period July 1 2026 – June 30 2027. This approval is final.
Decided May 27, 2026.
The City and County will increase funding for the Crisis Stabilization Unit at 822 Geary by $17,192,029, raising the total contract limit to $26,255,566.
What's happening
Why it matters
More funding keeps the crisis unit operating longer and expands capacity for people experiencing mental‑health emergencies.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250 on May 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: No listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend approving Amendment 1 to the Crestwood Behavioral Health contract, extending the crisis stabilization unit term and increasing the budget to $26,255,566. This recommendation does not constitute final approval.
Decided May 27, 2026.
The committee will adopt the three‑year Integrated Plan for the Behavioral Health Services Act covering FY 2026‑2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
Adopting the plan guides citywide behavioral health services, improving coordination and resource allocation.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250 on May 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: No listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board voted to recommend adopting the San Francisco Behavioral Health Services Act Three‑Year Integrated Plan for FY 2026‑2029. This recommendation does not constitute final approval.
Decided May 27, 2026.