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The City Council will vote to approve the investment report covering the period ending March 31, 2026.
The Board will receive a report on the County Executive’s FY 2026‑2027 recommended budget and economic outlook.
The Board will review the recommended budget for departments reporting to the Health and Hospital Committee.
The Board will review the recommended budget for departments reporting to the Finance and Government Operations Committee.
Receive a report on the proposed Connect Bay Area Act ballot measure.
What's happening
Why it matters
The measure could affect county funding and services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/87832931523
Email: Submit written comments by email to bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Provide spoken comments during the public comment portion of the meeting.
Decision update
The commission approved receiving the report on the Connect Bay Area Act ballot measure and approved the recommendation to request the Board of Supervisors to endorse the Act.
Decided May 11, 2026.
Committee will review the 2026 symposium debrief.
The commission will receive the Treasurer's report for May 2026.
Staff presented the draft Anti-displacement Plan and asked the Housing Commission to review it and recommend approval to the City Council. The plan includes strategies such as rental assistance, legal assistance, expanded just‑cause eviction protections, and a tenant anti‑harassment ordinance.
What's happening
Why it matters
If approved, the plan will add stronger tenant protections and support programs that can help prevent evictions and keep residents in their homes, especially in the Belle Haven neighborhood.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at Belle Haven Community Campus, Event Room or join via Zoom (Meeting ID 865 4847 4804).
Email: Email the city clerk at jaherren@menlopark.gov for comments or questions.
Submit comment: Submit written comments by the public‑comment deadline (deadline not listed).
Decision update
The item “Review and recommend approval of the City of Menlo Park Anti-displacement Plan” passed (5–0–1).
Decided May 6, 2026.
Staff evaluated 46 projects in the 2026‑2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and found them consistent with Redwood City’s General Plan.
The Board approved and authorized a $5,000 contribution from Fifth District discretionary funds to the North County Rape Crisis and Child Protection Center.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding supports vital services for survivors of sexual assault, enhancing safety and well‑being in the community.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the County Administration Building Board Hearing Room or join via Zoom.
Email: sbcob@countyofsb.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve $5,000 contribution to North County Rape Crisis Center” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board approved a Memorandum of Understanding authorizing the Director to share costs of residential care and partial hospitalization for Medi‑Cal members with eating disorders from January 1, 2024 through June 30, 2030, with an estimated total payment of $1,200,000.00.
What's happening
Why it matters
The agreement helps fund essential eating‑disorder treatment for Medi‑Cal members while reducing the county’s direct cost burden.
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 “Share costs of eating‑disorder residential care with CenCal Health” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board approved and authorized the Chair to execute an MOU with American Indian Health and Services, Inc. for up to $89,300.00 to provide traditional health care practices to tribal Medi‑Cal members from May 12, 2025 through December 31, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It secures culturally appropriate health services for tribal members while managing county expenditures through a capped contract.
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 “Fund traditional health care for tribal Medi‑Cal members” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board approved, ratified, and authorized the Chair to execute a Second Amendment that extends the contract term to June 30, 2027 and increases the contract amount by $11,216.00, for a revised total contract maximum not to exceed $47,668.00.
What's happening
Why it matters
It continues county funding for state hospital mental health services, ensuring care for Medi‑Cal patients who need inpatient treatment.
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 “Extend State Hospital Program contract with CalMHSA” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The board continued consideration of Budget Revision Request No. 0011048 and set a new hearing date of May 12, 2026 in Santa Maria.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget revisions could change how county funds are allocated for services that affect all 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 item “Continue Budget Revision Requests” was continued.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board approved the minutes from the April 13, April 15, and April 17, 2026 budget workshops.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes makes the workshop discussions official and ensures the public record is complete.
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 minutes of April 2026 budget workshops” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board will hear appeals from condo owners who are challenging their property tax assessments.
Supervisors will adopt a resolution sponsoring legislation to raise the maximum local transactions and use tax rate by up to 0.5% to fund critical local services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides additional revenue for essential county programs and services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person or via Zoom to hear the vote.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution to sponsor legislation that would increase the maximum local transactions and use tax rate by up to 0.5% to fund critical local services. This adoption is final.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The council will adopt a resolution to appropriate $1,100,000 from unassigned fund balances to increase transfers to the Comprehensive Liability Fund for legal costs.
Treasurer will present the financial report for the Commission.
Council will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel about the Daniel Gambelin workers' compensation case.
Council will hold a closed‑session conference with labor negotiators representing the Service Employees International Union.
Council will hold a closed‑session conference with labor negotiators representing the San Mateo Safety Management Association.
Council will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel about the Chiari v. City of San Mateo case.
Council will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel about the Daniel Gambelin workers' compensation case.
