Budget & Taxes

What's happening

• The Board adopted a resolution to settle the claim filed by 240 Stockton Street, LLC.
• The settlement amount is $186,000 for property damage alleged from a water service line rupture.

Why it matters

The city will pay $186,000 to resolve the liability, using public funds that affect taxpayers.

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• The Board passed an ordinance authorizing settlement of the lawsuit filed by Jonathon Salerno.
• The settlement amount is $300,000.

Why it matters

The city will pay $300,000 to resolve an employment dispute, avoiding further litigation costs.

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• The City authorized issuance and sale of up to $107,540,000 in General Obligation Social Bonds for affordable housing.
• The resolution sets the form, terms, depositories, accounts, and related documents for the bond sale.

Why it matters

It creates financing to build or preserve affordable housing, helping low‑income residents access stable homes.

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• The Board adopted a resolution to settle the claim filed by Brentwood Holding Company, LP.
• The settlement amount is $64,186.44 for property damage alleged from a vehicle collision.

Why it matters

The city will pay $64,186.44 to close the liability, using public funds that affect taxpayers.

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• The Board adopted a resolution approving settlement of the claim filed by PJT Partners LP.
• The settlement amount is $248,888.26.

Why it matters

The city will pay $248,888.26 to resolve a dispute over a gross receipts tax refund, closing the case.

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• The Board adopted a resolution approving settlement of the grievance filed by Cherisse Boland.
• The settlement amount is $193,267.70.

Why it matters

The city will pay $193,267.70 to close an employment dispute, limiting future liability.

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• The Board adopted a resolution to settle the claim filed by Woo Family Trust.
• The settlement amount is $58,930.21 for property damage alleged from a water main rupture.

Why it matters

The city will pay $58,930.21 to resolve the liability, using public funds that affect taxpayers.

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• The Board will adopt a resolution letting the Franklin‑McKinley School District issue up to $19.3 million in general‑obligation bonds on its own behalf.
• The bonds are funded by property‑tax assessments and will be used to improve school facilities.
• The County will not incur any financial liability.

Why it matters

The funding improves school facilities, benefiting students and their families.

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What's happening

• Board may waive policy requiring 30‑day sponsorship approval.
• Board may approve a $1,000 county sponsorship for Sunnyvale Community Services.

Why it matters

The money supports the North County Resource Fair, providing health, food, housing, and employment services to residents.

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• Board may waive policy requiring 30‑day sponsorship approval.
• Board may approve a $500 county sponsorship for Green Foothills Foundation.

Why it matters

The funding helps the nonprofit host the Nature’s Inspiration event, supporting local nature protection and education.

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• The board would approve an amendment to increase the IHSS Public Authority hourly rate from $26.33 to $27.49 effective November 1, 2026.
• The increase reflects a $1.10 supplemental wage raise and a $0.06 payroll tax increase, with an additional $0.90 increase effective July 1, 2027.

Why it matters

Raising the hourly rate boosts pay for in‑home supportive services providers and aligns county costs with the approved wage increase, affecting service funding.

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• The board will consider approving a $1,000 sponsorship from the Supervisorial District One allocation to support the Fourth Annual Lowrider Day in San Jose’s District Five.
• The sponsorship requires a waiver of Policy 3.68.4.2, which normally requires approval at least 30 days before the event.

Why it matters

The sponsorship supports a community cultural event that promotes local heritage and connects residents with resources and organizations.

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