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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.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
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.
The committee is asked to approve an ordinance authorizing settlement of the Jennifer and Greta Zolinas lawsuit for $50,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
It resolves a personal‑injury claim on a city sidewalk and prevents additional legal expenses.
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 $50,000 Zolinas lawsuit settlement” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.
The committee is asked to approve an ordinance authorizing settlement of the Jonathon Salerno lawsuit for $300,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
It resolves an employment dispute and prevents further litigation costs for the city.
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 $300,000 Salerno lawsuit settlement” was recommended for approval.
Decided Sep 3, 2026.
Ex‑officio members will give verbal reports on how recent budget cuts affect county departments.
The committee will review progress of agencies receiving funding, including the FY26 Social Services Agency dashboard.
What's happening
Why it matters
It determines how resources are allocated to protect children and support agencies delivering prevention services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at Social Services Agency, Independence Training Room, 353 West Julian St., San José, CA.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Review and Approve Funding Priorities for Child Abuse Prevention RFP” committee motion passed (Unanimous).
Decided Sep 2, 2026.
The City Treasurer submitted the quarterly cash and investment report for June 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It shows the city’s cash and investment balances and confirms the ability to meet expenditures for the next six months.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 2415 University Ave or via the Zoom link provided.
Email: cityclerk@cityofepa.org
Submit comment: Email comments referencing agenda item 3.2, submit a speaker card at the meeting, or use the Raise Hand feature during public comment.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously approved and filed the FY 2025‑26 fourth‑quarter Treasury Cash Report for June 2026.
Decided Sep 1, 2026.
Council is presented with a request to ratify $12,000 payments made to Willdan after the agreement term expired.
The City Council will vote to approve up to $296,110 in reimbursement to Veolia for capital water system improvements in FY 2025‑2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It ensures that water‑main repairs, fire‑hydrant replacements, and valve upgrades are paid for, keeping water service reliable and safe for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the City Council meeting in person at 2415 University Ave, First Floor, East Palo Alto, or via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85076322648
Email: cityclerk@cityofepa.org
Submit comment: Email comments to cityclerk@cityofepa.org, include the agenda item number, or submit a speaker card at the meeting, or use the Raise Hand feature when called.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously approved the payments to Veolia for FY 2025‑2026 capital water system improvements.
Decided Sep 1, 2026.
The City Council is asked to accept the EPASD cash disbursement report for June 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Accepting the report confirms that district spending is on track and transparent for taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 2415 University Ave, First Floor, or via Zoom using the provided link.
Email: cityclerk@cityofepa.org
Submit comment: Email comments referencing agenda item 11.1, submit a speaker card at the meeting, or use the Raise Hand feature when called.
Decision update
The City Council approved the June 2026 cash disbursement report, adopting the EPASD Consent Calendar with a 5‑0 vote.
Decided Sep 1, 2026.
The Board set a combined property tax rate of $1.18162182 per $100 of assessed value for FY2026‑2027.
The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the lawsuit filed by N.T. alleging sexual abuse in foster care.
The city will pay $121,257.81 to settle the claim.
The city will pay $141,686 to settle the claim.
The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the personal‑injury lawsuit filed by Primitivo Ramirez.
The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the lawsuit filed by S.A. alleging sexual abuse in foster care.
The Board is reviewing an ordinance to settle the lawsuit against Genasci Dairy, Inc. and related trusts.
The board will review twelve listed assessment appeals during a remote Zoom hearing.
The council will consider renewing three subscriptions: DocuSign Standard ($300 annually), MailChimp Essentials (up to $40 monthly), and Microsoft Office ($99.99 annually).
What's happening
Why it matters
These tools enable the CAPC Coordinator to manage documents, communications, and security, directly affecting child abuse prevention efforts.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Executive Committee meeting at 8:00 AM on August 27, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve CAPC Coordinator subscription expenses” committee motion passed (Unanimous).
Decided Aug 27, 2026.
