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• The Board waived competitive bidding to award a $24,516.19 grant to the Transgender District.
• The grant will fund printing and installation of placemaking banners in the Tenderloin and along Sixth Street.

Why it matters

It supports community visibility and cultural recognition in the Transgender District.

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• The Board authorized the Department of Public Health to enter Performance Contract No. 26‑60056 with the California Department of Health Care Services.
• The contract incorporates multiple behavioral health programs, including the Behavioral Health Services Act and projects for homelessness transition.
• The contract period is July 1 2026 through June 30 2029.

Why it matters

It enables delivery of mental health, substance‑use, and homelessness transition services to vulnerable residents.

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• The Board approved an office lease for the Department of Public Health at 796 Brannan Street, floor 2.
• The lease term runs from July 1 2026 through June 30 2031, with two five‑year extension options.
• The initial annual base rent is $40,675.96, with 3 % yearly increases.

Why it matters

The lease provides needed office space for public health operations, creating a fiscal commitment for the city.

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• The board approved an ordinance calling a countywide special election on November 3, 2026.
• The amendment adds charter statements on extreme‑weather resilience and civil‑rights protections.
• It also changes vacancy appointment timelines and adds a new public‑comment meeting requirement.

Why it matters

The charter changes will shape county policy on climate resilience, civil rights, and how vacancies are filled.

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• Board approved a resolution to authorize an agreement with Stars Community Services for mental health rehabilitation center services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, up to $11,407,597.

Why it matters

Provides county residents with needed mental health rehabilitation services for the next two years.

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• The Board approved a resolution amending the agreement with the Mental Health Association of Alameda County, raising the funding limit by $499,000 to a total not to exceed $699,000 and extending the contract through June 30 2028.

Why it matters

Additional funding expands patients’ rights services, improving mental‑health support for county residents.

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• The Board will reappoint Kathy Uhl for a second term ending June 30, 2029.
• The Board will reappoint Debrorah Owdom, Twila Cole Dependahl, and Brittany Barron Saleem for first full terms ending June 30, 2029.

Why it matters

Ensures continuity of senior services and advocacy for older adults.

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• Board approved a resolution to contract Peninsula Family Service for peer counseling for older adults.
• The contract runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
• Funding is limited to $395,249.

Why it matters

Provides mental‑health support to seniors, helping them stay connected and reduce isolation.

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• Board approved a resolution authorizing the County Health Chief to execute agreements with two community organizations for Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs Prevention Program services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, up to $1,230,000.

Why it matters

Provides prevention programs that aim to reduce substance use among county residents.

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• Board approved a resolution to authorize an agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for mental health rehabilitation center services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, up to $11,367,597.

Why it matters

Secures funding for mental health rehabilitation services for county residents for the next two years.

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• Board approved a waiver of formal solicitation and an amendment with the Child Care Coordinating Council to run the Foster Care Bridge Program.
• The program will operate from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027.
• Contract amount is $214,666.

Why it matters

Supports children in foster care with services that help them transition to stable homes.

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• The Board approved a resolution authorizing a contract with The Healthy Teen Project, Inc. to provide comprehensive eating‑disorder treatment services, up to $550,000, from June 1 2026 through June 30 2027.

Why it matters

It provides needed treatment for teens with eating disorders in the county, using public funds to improve health outcomes.

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• Board approved a resolution to authorize an agreement with Telecare Corporation for mental health rehabilitation center services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, up to $10,391,428.

Why it matters

Ensures continued access to mental health rehabilitation for county residents over the next two years.

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• The Board adopted a proclamation designating June 2026 as LGBTQIA+ Pride month.
• The LGBTQIA+ Commission provided an update.

Why it matters

Recognizes and supports the LGBTQIA+ community, promoting inclusion.

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• The Board will authorize approval and submission of the San Mateo County Behavioral Health Services Act Three‑Year Integrated Plan for FY 2026‑27 through FY 2028‑29 to the California Department of Health Care Services.
• The Board will allow the Chief of Health or designee to make non‑substantive revisions to the plan without further Board approval.

Why it matters

The plan guides delivery of behavioral health services and funding for residents over the next three years.

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• The board approved a memo recommending denial of non‑culpable claims.

Why it matters

Denial of claims can affect county liability and the use of public funds.

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• The Board approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Carahsoft to purchase Broadcom’s VMware licenses and support for ACRE data centers from March 8, 2026 through March 9, 2029, with a maximum spend of $209,441.85.

Why it matters

The licenses provide essential software infrastructure for the Assessor‑County Clerk‑Recorder‑Elections department’s data systems.

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• The Board will adopt a resolution approving a policy that addresses telephone or internet service disruptions of remote access during meetings, in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

Why it matters

The policy ensures reliable remote participation for the public and supervisors, maintaining transparent meetings.

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• The Board will adopt a proclamation designating July 17, 2026 as Jerry Hill Day.

Why it matters

Recognizes Jerry Hill’s contributions and provides a day for community events.

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• The Board adopted a proclamation designating June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth in San Mateo County.

Why it matters

Honors African American history and promotes public awareness.

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