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Utilities, public works, permits, libraries, maintenance, and everyday local government operations.
Board members will vote to select a Chair and Vice‑Chair for the 2026‑27 fiscal year. The election sets the leadership for the authority.
The commission will create an ad hoc committee to coordinate a Climate Summit event.
Commissioners will elect a Chairperson for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The ordinance repeals the prohibition that prevented libraries from lending books, magazines, or other printed material to anyone under 21 without a parent‑or‑guardian consent card.
What's happening
Why it matters
Expanding access to books supports literacy and educational opportunities for teenagers.
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 committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance amending the Police Code to repeal the prohibition on libraries lending books or other printed material to individuals under 21 without a parent‑guardian consent card.
Decided Jul 9, 2026.
The ordinance removes the ban on transporting bread in open baskets or containers on city streets.
The ordinance repeals the ban on transporting bread in open baskets or containers on city streets.
What's happening
Why it matters
Eliminating these outdated prohibitions reduces regulatory burdens for bakers and industrial cleaning businesses.
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 committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance repealing bans on transporting bread in open containers on city streets and on selling or operating unsterilized rags without a permit.
Decided Jul 9, 2026.
The ordinance repeals a rule that required people under 21 to have a parent‑signed membership card to borrow books, magazines, or other printed material from libraries.
Commission will consider recommendations to appoint chairpersons and commissioners to standing committees. A motion will be taken to approve the appointments.
The commission will discuss and approve assignments of the FY 2026-2027 work plan to its standing committees.
What's happening
Why it matters
Assigning the work plan guides the commission’s focus and actions for the upcoming year.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at Isaac Newton Senter Auditorium or join via video conference at https://sccgovorg.zoom.us/j/86133945871 or telephone (669) 219-2599.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or at the meeting.
Decision update
The Commission took no action on the FY 2026‑2027 work‑plan assignments to standing committees, leaving the items pending further discussion.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
Commission will vote to adopt the minutes from the May 13, 2026 regular meeting. Adopting minutes records the commission’s past actions.
What's happening
Why it matters
Officially documents decisions and actions taken, providing transparency and a record for future reference.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Senior Care Commission voted 8‑0 to approve the minutes of its May 13, 2026 regular meeting, making the minutes officially adopted.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
Commission members will vote to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the upcoming fiscal year. The election follows the receipt of the slate of nominees.
Review the proposed list of members for fiscal year 2026‑27.
The City Council will adopt a resolution to display the Disability Pride Flag each July.
Members will nominate officers.
A charter amendment (second draft) would modify the City Charter to change the structure, membership, and functions of various departments, boards, commissions, and advisory bodies, and to streamline reporting requirements.
The Board adopted a resolution to call a special election to fill the anticipated vacancy in the Fifth Supervisorial District caused by Supervisor David Canepa’s resignation.
What's happening
Why it matters
It provides a process to fill the vacant supervisory seat, restoring representation for residents of the Fifth District.
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 board approved a resolution calling, proclaiming, and ordering a special election to fill the anticipated vacancy on the Board of Supervisors for District 5, consolidating it with the November 3, 2026 statewide general election and requesting the County’s Chief Elections Officer to provide services.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The commission will consider appointing Anne Garvey as an Emeritus Member.
What's happening
Why it matters
It provides continuity and honors experience for the commission’s work.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the Board of Supervisors Chambers or remotely via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form before the public comment period.
Decision update
The commission approved the appointment of Anne Garvey as an Emeritus Member.
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
Commissioners will review the current standing and ad hoc committee memberships.
What's happening
Why it matters
Committee composition affects how the commission carries out its work and engages stakeholders.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at Board of Supervisors Chambers, 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA 95110, or join via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/85451562031
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form before public comment period.
Decision update
The commission approved the appointment of Commissioner Pandey to the Ukraine Support Ad Hoc Committee and Commissioner Shapovalova to the 2026 Open World Ad Hoc Committee.
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
The commission will consider approving Vice Chairperson Cohen to spend up to $314.80 for packing materials and shipping medical supplies to Ukraine.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving these costs ensures the donated supplies can be delivered to those in need.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the Board of Supervisors Chambers or remotely via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form before the public comment period.
Decision update
The commission approved authorizing Vice Chairperson Cohen to spend up to $314.80 for packing materials and shipping costs to send medical supplies to Ukraine.
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
The commission will create an ad hoc committee called Friends of Ukraine.
What's happening
Why it matters
The committee provides focused effort to support Ukraine and coordinate community involvement.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the Board of Supervisors Chambers or remotely via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form before the public comment period.
Decision update
The commission approved the establishment of the Friends of Ukraine Ad Hoc Committee, appointed Chairperson Madison and Commissioners Glace, Anpilogova, and Minkowski, and set an end date of June 30, 2027.
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
The commission will vote to create a Veterans Ad Hoc Committee, appoint commissioners, and define its end date.
What's happening
Why it matters
The committee will focus on supporting veterans connected to Ukraine and related programs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street or via Zoom using the link provided.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Establish Veterans Ad Hoc Committee” was approved with amendments (Ayes: Madison, Stankovich, Cohen, Anderson, Minkowski, Pandey, Smith, Inala, Anpilogova, Glace; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
The commission will vote to elect a Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Treasurer, and Secretary for the fiscal year 2026‑2027.
The commission will consider accepting a donation of medical supplies valued above $500 from Vice Chairperson Cohen.
What's happening
Why it matters
The donation adds needed resources for aid efforts supporting people in Ukraine.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the Board of Supervisors Chambers or remotely via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form before the public comment period.
Decision update
The commission approved accepting a donation of medical supplies valued over $500 from Vice Chairperson Cohen.
Decided Jul 6, 2026.
Commissioners will discuss upcoming Ukrainian Independence Day events scheduled for August 23, 2026.
