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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
The Board will consider waiving Policy 3.68.4.2 that requires a 30‑day notice for sponsorships.
The Board will approve a $250 County sponsorship to the Youth Utilizing Power and Praise (YUPP) Organization from the District 3 allocation to support its annual gala.
The Board may waive policy 3.68.4.2 that requires 30‑day sponsorship approval.
The Board will consider waiving Policy 3.68.4.2 that requires a 30‑day notice for sponsorships.
The Board will consider waiving Policy 3.68.4.2 that requires a 30‑day notice for sponsorships.
The Board will approve allocating $249,485 of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 County Transient Occupancy Tax revenues to SVCreates for the current fiscal year.
The board will hear appeals from property owners regarding the assessment of their properties.
The CFO will present an overview of the County and Behavioral Health Services Department budget.
Vote to purchase a new flag for Child Abuse Awareness Month.
The board will receive a report from the Finance Liaison.
The Executive Director presented the unaudited July‑August 2026 financial statement, showing the top ten expenditures and net income/loss YTD.
The board will discuss strategic planning goals and budget objectives for the Fairgrounds Management Corporation.
The board will approve a retroactive First Amendment to the Services Agreement with SAS Plumbing, Inc.
The committee will receive reports on competitive grant applications from four departments for FY 2025‑2026.
The council will review fiscal and administrative information provided by the Social Services Agency.
The board received a progress update on the FY2025-2026 Audited Annual Financial Report.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding improves school facilities, benefiting students and their families.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street or join via the Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Authorize Franklin-McKinley School District $19.3M Bond Sale” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Sep 15, 2026.
Board may waive policy requiring 30‑day sponsorship approval.
What's happening
Why it matters
The money supports the North County Resource Fair, providing health, food, housing, and employment services to residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given during the meeting; see the Public Comment Instructions in the agenda packet.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $1,000 Sunnyvale Community Services sponsorship” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Sep 15, 2026.
Board may waive policy requiring 30‑day sponsorship approval.
What's happening
Why it matters
The funding helps the nonprofit host the Nature’s Inspiration event, supporting local nature protection and education.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given during the meeting; see the Public Comment Instructions in the agenda packet.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $500 Green Foothills sponsorship” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Sep 15, 2026.
The board would approve an amendment to increase the IHSS Public Authority hourly rate from $26.33 to $27.49 effective November 1, 2026.
What's happening
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.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or remotely via Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk’s office before the meeting; contact (408) 299-5001 for details.
Decision update
The item “Vote on IHSS Public Authority hourly rate increase to $27.49” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Sep 15, 2026.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
The sponsorship supports a community cultural event that promotes local heritage and connects residents with resources and organizations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person or via the Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve $1,000 County sponsorship for Fourth Annual Lowrider Day” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Sep 15, 2026.
Discuss and approve establishing the 2027 Open World Ad Hoc Committee, appoint Commissioners, and approve an end date.
The commission will receive a report from the Fundraising Ad Hoc Committee.
The commission discussed and approved an amended fiscal year 2026‑2027 budget.
