Finance & Investment CommitteeLos Altos Hills
Report on finance projects and new building fees
Finance staff reported on audit preparation schedule.
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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
Finance staff reported on audit preparation schedule.
The committee will discuss workplan and council priorities for 2027‑2028 on November 7, 2026.
Chief Financial Officer will present an overview of the County and Behavioral Health Services Department budget.
The ordinance raised the City Attorney’s settlement limit from $25,000 to $100,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher settlement limits give the City Attorney and HR Director more flexibility to resolve claims quickly, potentially saving time and money, while annual reporting adds oversight.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance amending the Administrative and Business and Tax Regulations Codes to raise the settlement authority limits for the City Attorney and the Human Resources Director.
Decided Sep 14, 2026.
The commission will establish an Ad Hoc Committee to plan the Human Rights Day event.
Committee will discuss FY2026-27 budget.
What's happening
Why it matters
Not renewing the contract could change how public‑awareness services are delivered, affecting resources for children and families.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Vote on Not Renewing Ten One Store LCC Contract” committee motion passed (Unanimous).
Decided Sep 10, 2026.
Committee will hear a verbal report from the Recipient.
The committee will receive updates on Ryan White program allocations.
Council will approve the draft minutes from the regular meeting held on August 25, 2026.
Council will receive and file the City’s Investment Portfolio Report for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
Council will receive and file the City’s Investment Portfolio Report for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution approving revised fiscal year 2026/27 pay schedules for municipal employee classifications.
The Council will adopt a resolution to move $500,000 from the General Fund Capital balance to the Marina Library Structural Improvement Project.
Extend the assignment of one police officer to the Gun Relinquishment Task Force through November 20, 2028.
City Council will receive the investment report for the quarter ending June 30, 2026.
City will reimburse the County of San Mateo for legal services up to $50,000, with a $10,000 contingency.
Council will vote to appropriate $168,687 (Option 1) or $140,584 (Option 2) from the Advance Planning Fund for the Historic Policy Update project.
The council will consider the employer health contribution for safety employees under the Public Employees’ Medical and Hospital Care Act.
Commission will consider supporting county efforts to address a VLF funding shortfall at a later meeting.
The committee is asked to approve an ordinance authorizing settlement of the First Amendment Coalition lawsuit for $45,000 and non‑monetary terms.
What's happening
Why it matters
It ends a civil enforcement case involving a sealed arrest record and limits further legal exposure.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Government Audit and Oversight Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: monique.crayton@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $45,000 First Amendment Coalition settlement” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.
The committee approved an ordinance authorizing a $175,000 settlement for a lawsuit by Cynthia Carrillo against the city.
What's happening
Why it matters
City pays settlement, affecting budget and taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Authorize $175,000 Settlement of Employee Lawsuit” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.
The committee is asked to approve an ordinance authorizing settlement of the Lisa Baker wrongful‑death lawsuit for $1,975,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
It addresses a fatal vehicle‑collision claim and caps the city’s financial exposure for the case.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Government Audit and Oversight Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: monique.crayton@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $1,975,000 Lisa Baker wrongful death settlement” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.
The committee is asked to approve an ordinance authorizing settlement of the Allegra Porchia lawsuit for $410,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
It uses city funds and resolves an employment‑related legal dispute, avoiding further litigation costs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Government Audit and Oversight Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on September 3, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: monique.crayton@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $410,000 Porchia lawsuit settlement” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.
The committee approved an ordinance authorizing a settlement of $8,725,000 for a lawsuit by current and former city employees.
What's happening
Why it matters
The city will pay the settlement, affecting its budget and taxpayers.
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 “Authorize $8,725,000 Settlement of Employee Lawsuit” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.