Public Services

What's happening

• The board will adopt a commendation for Christopher Gutierrez graduating from the Dependency Wellness Court program.
• The board will adopt a proclamation declaring August 31, 2026 as International Overdose Awareness Day.

Why it matters

Recognizing individuals and groups highlights positive contributions, raises awareness of important issues, and strengthens community pride.

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• The Board is asked to approve Agreement CW2264705 with CareFusion Solutions for an automated medication dispensing system.
• The contract is up to $32,000,000 and runs from August 25, 2026 through August 24, 2035.

Why it matters

Approving the agreement provides a county‑wide automated medication dispensing system that improves medication safety and workflow in hospitals and health facilities.

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• Approve retroactive First Amendment to Agreement with Dependency Advocacy Center for Mentor Parent Program, increasing the maximum contract amount by $579,027 (from $489,027 to $1,068,054) and extending the agreement through June 30, 2027.
• Approve Second Amendment to Agreement with Dependency Advocacy Center for Legal Services for Parents and Children Program, increasing the maximum contract amount by $700,000 (from $500,000 to $1,200,000) and extending the agreement through August 31, 2027.
• Approve Second Amendment to Agreement with Law Foundation of Silicon Valley for Legal Advocacy for Children and Youth Program, increasing the maximum contract amount by $400,000 (from $500,000 to $900,000) and extending the agreement through August 31, 2027.

Why it matters

The contracts increase funding and extend services that provide legal help to families, children, and youth, ensuring continued access to needed support.

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• Board will vote to increase the contract maximum from $626,023 to $1,252,046.
• The amendment extends the agreement through June 30, 2027.
• An exemption from competitive procurement has been approved.

Why it matters

Ensures families in East San Jose continue receiving essential services like counseling, education, and nutrition.

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• A report will be received on the use of in-kind County resources to support health awareness promotion and voluntary fundraising activities for the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
• A resolution will be adopted delegating authority to the County Executive, or designee, to use limited in-kind resources for health awareness and fundraising activities, with the delegation expiring on June 30, 2030.

Why it matters

It lets the County support health‑promotion and fundraising efforts without spending money, benefiting community health initiatives.

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• The board will consider approving the operational report from the Health Resources and Services Administration Project Director.
• The board will consider approving the grant update covering June 1 2025 – May 31 2026.
• The board will consider approving the FY 2026‑2027 Governing Board Work Plan for the Valley Homeless Healthcare Program.

Why it matters

It ensures continued health services for unhoused residents, maintaining access to primary care, mental health, substance‑abuse treatment, and oral health.

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• The Board will receive the monthly legislative report from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations.
• The Board will vote to support several state bills and propositions (including SB 1192, AB 464, AB 1876, AB 1889, AB 1906, AB 2563, Proposition 1, and the Regional Transportation Measure) and to oppose other propositions (39, 41, 42, 43, 45).

Why it matters

These decisions shape county positions on housing funding, transportation projects, tax policies, and voter‑ID rules that affect local residents and taxpayers.

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• Board will receive a report from the Department of Family and Children’s Services on child welfare trends and best practices.

Why it matters

Understanding trends helps improve services that keep children safe and families strong.

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• The board may approve a referral to County Counsel and Administration to report on September 15, 2026 with options for a draft resolution supporting voting‑rights protection.
• The board may approve a referral to Administration to provide an off‑agenda report on a civic‑engagement plan for the Santa Clara community around National Voter Registration Day.
• The board may approve a referral to Administration to report options for formally supporting Senate Bill 1164 and Senate Bill 1360.

Why it matters

These referrals would help the county respond to a Supreme Court decision, protect voting rights for the Black/African Ancestry community, and promote broader civic participation.

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• The Board will approve the job specification and add a new classification for Director of the Child Welfare Compliance Office within the Social Services Agency.
• The position is funded in the FY 2026‑2027 adopted budget and will not increase the General Fund.

Why it matters

Provides independent oversight of child welfare decisions, aiming to improve child safety and compliance.

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• The Board will preliminarily adopt Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.09, which deletes a Project Manager position and adds a Program Manager II position in the Social Services Agency.
• The change has no net impact on the General Fund for FY 2026‑27 and will cost $10,589 in FY 2027‑28, offset by $4,980 revenue and other reductions.

Why it matters

It changes staffing and compensation in the Social Services Agency, affecting service delivery and county budget.

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What's happening

• The Board will approve the written minutes from the last meeting.

Why it matters

Approving minutes confirms the official record of past decisions and keeps the public informed.

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• The Board will approve the written record of the August 18, 2026 meeting.

Why it matters

Approved minutes become the official account of decisions and actions taken on August 18, ensuring transparency and an accurate public record.

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• The Board will hold a conference with legal counsel to discuss four anticipated litigation cases involving the county.
• The Board will also review four existing litigation cases currently pending against the county.

Why it matters

Understanding the county’s legal exposure helps the Board manage resources and protect public interests.

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• The Board will waive the normal Request for Proposals process.
• The Board will authorize an agreement with Orkin Services of California, Inc. for pest control services at County facilities, up to $305,000, covering July 1, 2026 through March 5, 2029.

Why it matters

It ensures pest control in public buildings, protecting the health of employees and visitors.

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• The Board will authorize the President to sign Amendment No. One to the agreement with MaintStar Inc. for enterprise asset management system software services.
• The agreement will be extended five years through September 14, 2031 and the contract ceiling will increase by $225,000 to a total not‑to‑exceed $525,000.

Why it matters

It improves the county’s ability to track assets, leading to more efficient services and cost savings.

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• The Board will approve waiving the competitive Request for Proposals process.
• The Board will approve a three‑year contract with Governmentjobs.com (NEOGOV) to provide applicant tracking and recruitment management services for up to $394,493.92, covering September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2029.

Why it matters

Provides the county with a streamlined hiring system, potentially speeding up recruitment for county jobs.

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• The board is set to approve a resolution authorizing an agreement with DataSpotEye Inc to provide an archive remit and claim repository solution from September 16, 2026 through September 15, 2031, up to $720,000.

Why it matters

The system will improve the county’s record‑keeping and claims processing, increasing efficiency and accuracy.

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• The Board will approve a resolution superseding a prior authorization and funding Community Support Services through the Health Plan of San Mateo.
• The effective date changes to August 1, 2026 with a one‑year initial term, renewable up to ten years.
• Funding is limited to $12,000,000.

Why it matters

Secures funding for community support services, helping residents access health and social assistance programs.

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• Board will adopt a report that recommends denying all non‑culpable claims.

Why it matters

Denying the claims will reduce county expenditures and keep funds available for other services.

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• The board is set to approve a resolution authorizing an agreement with Alan McBride to provide reimbursement consulting support services from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2031, up to $1,000,000.

Why it matters

Expert consulting can help the county secure reimbursements and potentially save taxpayer money.

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