Public Services

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• The Board will approve a $10,000 grant to Healthier Kids Foundation, Inc.
• The grant supports the My HealthFirst Program.

Why it matters

It promotes health and nutrition for children.

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• The board will approve a $5,000 grant to AINAK.
• The grant provides vision care for children, young adults, and families.

Why it matters

Improves eye health and access to vision services for families in the county.

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• The board will approve a $10,000 grant to Black Leadership Kitchen Cabinet of Silicon Valley for community meetings, development workshops, and outreach initiatives.
• The item will be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Funds meetings and workshops that build community capacity and leadership among local residents.

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• The board will approve a $10,000 grant to African American Community Service Agency.
• The grant funds operational costs for a policy and advocacy initiative.

Why it matters

Supports community advocacy efforts that can influence policies affecting African American residents.

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• The board will approve a $5,000 grant to California University - Silicon Valley to support the Community Health Resilience and Outreach Program.
• The item will be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Strengthens health outreach services that benefit students and community members.

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• The board will approve a $20,000 grant to Community Health Partnership, Inc. to purchase home blood pressure monitors for health center patients diagnosed with hypertension.
• The item will be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Improves health monitoring for patients with hypertension, supporting better disease management at home.

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• The board will approve a $15,000 grant to Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment.
• The grant addresses food insecurity across Santa Clara County.

Why it matters

Provides food assistance to residents facing hunger, improving health and wellbeing.

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• The Board will approve a $2,500 grant to Duo Duo Animal Welfare Project, Inc.
• The grant funds a part-time position for education and community outreach events for animal rescue.

Why it matters

It supports animal rescue education and outreach, benefiting local residents and animal welfare.

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• The board will approve a $10,000 grant to Bay Area Community Health.
• The grant supports healthcare services at the new McKee Health Clinic.

Why it matters

Expands access to medical care for residents served by the new clinic.

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• The board will approve a $5,000 grant to Advent Group Ministries, Inc.
• The grant supports counseling services for underserved clients.

Why it matters

Expands access to mental health counseling for individuals who lack services.

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• The board will approve a $12,000 grant to Chopsticks Alley Art, Inc. for culturally responsive art programming in Santa Clara County.
• The item will be referred for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026.

Why it matters

Provides art programs that reflect cultural diversity and engage the community.

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• The Board will adopt the Findings of Fact for the appeal of Elizabeth Machaen.

Why it matters

Adopting findings establishes the factual basis for any further disciplinary action.

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• The Board adopted a resolution honoring Sabina Beraha upon her retirement after over 11 years of faithful and distinguished service.

Why it matters

The commendation publicly recognizes dedicated public service and highlights career achievements for county employees.

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