Discussion of AB109 funding
Board members will discuss the use of AB109 state funding for probation services.
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Board members will discuss the use of AB109 state funding for probation services.
The commission will receive a report on the 2026‑2027 Santa Clara Valley Health budget.
The board will hear assessment appeals from the listed property owners.
The Assessment Appeals Board will hear appeals on property tax assessments for dozens of owners.
The board will approve the draft minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting.
Staff gave an update on the County Executive’s FY2026‑2027 budget recommendations and the district’s draft budget.
The Board will hold a public hearing on the Building and Fire Marshal fee schedules.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changes to these fees affect the cost of building permits and fire inspections, impacting homeowners, builders, and other property owners.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street or join via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email them to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on Building & Fire Marshal fees” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 19, 2026.
The Board will hold a public hearing on raising the fee for the Certificate of Competency Examination.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher fees could increase costs for people seeking the certification, affecting their ability to work.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email them to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on fee increase for Certificate of Competency Exam” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 19, 2026.
Review the GY 2027 Priority Setting and Resource Allocation process.
Board will consider approving a grant of $10,000 to the South County Health Equity Access for All Leadership Initiative to continue and expand community‑based programs and events.
Board will consider approving a grant of $10,000 to Shine Together, Inc. to expand the South County Shine Program.
Board will consider approving a grant of $5,000 to the San Martin Neighborhood Association to revitalize the San Martin downtown area and Village Core through community engagement.
Board will consider approving a grant of $2,000 to San Jose Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams to support neighborhood disaster preparedness.
Board will consider approving a grant of $4,500 to the District 2 Neighborhood Leadership Council to support existing and emerging neighborhood associations.
Board will consider approving a grant of $20,000 to Rebekah Children's Services for the Kneaded Culinary Academy youth vocational training program.
Board will consider approving a grant of $8,000 to Pride Social South County for Pride celebrations and year‑round peer support.
Board will consider approving a grant of $7,000 to Rebekah Children's Services to expand Youth Wellness and Connection Programming with trauma‑informed, culturally responsive services.
Board will approve Inventory Item No. 317 providing a one‑time $10,000 sponsorship to San Jose State University Research Foundation.
Board will approve a $15,000 grant for educational opportunities for students and teachers in District Two.
Board will approve Inventory Item No. 313 providing a one‑time $5,000 sponsorship to San José Downtown Foundation.
Board will approve a $5,000 grant for legal education and outreach services for underserved communities.
Board will approve a $5,000 grant to support the Manufacture: San Jose program.
Board will approve Inventory Item No. 311 providing an $18,845 grant to Sacred Heart Community Service.
What's happening
Why it matters
It funds community programs that improve wellbeing for local residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email them to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Decision update
The item “Grant to Sacred Heart Community Service – $18,845” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
Board will approve Inventory Item No. 318 providing a $2,000 grant to San Jose Woman’s Club.