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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
Staff presentations on the budgets for Public Works, Agriculture, Weights & Measures, Planning & Development, and Community Services were received and filed.
A general overview of the county budget for the upcoming fiscal year was presented.
Staff presentations on the budgets for Treasurer‑Tax Collector‑Public Administrator, Clerk‑Recorder‑Assessor, Human Resources, Auditor‑Controller, Information Technology, and General Services were received and filed.
The Board considered the FY 2026-2027 recommended budget for the County of Santa Barbara as the successor agency to the former Redevelopment Agency.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget provides funding for the agency’s operations and programs.
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 “Adopt FY 2026-2027 Budget for Successor Agency” passed.
Decided Jun 16, 2026.
Budgets for County Health, Social Services, First 5, Behavioral Wellness, and Child Support Services were presented.
The Board will hold a budget hearing.
The schedule shown is an estimate and items may be heard earlier or later than listed on the agenda.
The Board approved increasing the AmerisourceBergen contract amount up to $9,068,211 for July 1 2025 – June 30 2026 to buy pharmaceuticals for the 340B program.
What's happening
Why it matters
It funds essential medicines for low‑income patients and allocates health department resources.
Who is affected
How to act
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Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The Board passed a motion approving an increase to the AmerisourceBergen 340B pharmacy contract and a related budget revision, and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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Decision update
The item “Approve minutes of April 2026 budget workshops” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
