Planning CommissionSanta Clara County
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The public may address the Commission on any matter not on the agenda.
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The public may address the Commission on any matter not on the agenda.
Commission members will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year.
The commission will vote to approve the written record of the June 24, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes makes the prior meeting’s decisions official and part of the public record.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at Arrillaga Family Recreation Center or join via Zoom ID 862 7050 1185.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Speak during the public comment period, up to three minutes per speaker.
Decision update
The commission voted 5‑0‑1 to approve the minutes of the June 24, 2026 meeting. The minutes are now officially adopted.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Each commissioner gave a brief report on their recent activities and observations.
The Commission added a review of whether the Environmental Quality Commission can provide information on park‑related environmental concerns to the tentative agenda calendar.
The Library and Community Services Department presented recent updates and statistics.
The Department of Planning and Development will present a timeline for completing a work plan that expands the San Martin Planning Area into the General Plan update.
The Chairperson will give a report to the committee.
Committee members will present their individual reports.
Committee members will elect a Chairperson.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leadership determines how the advisory committee sets priorities and guides planning discussions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at the County of Santa Clara Animal Services Center, 12425 Monterey Road, San Martin, CA 95046 at 6:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to elect Member Paredes‑Bahnsen as Chairperson and Member Engelhardt as Vice Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026‑2027; both elections were approved.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Committee members proposed topics for upcoming meetings.
The committee received a report from the Office of Supervisor Sylvia Arenas.
What's happening
Why it matters
The supervisor’s updates can affect community priorities and upcoming initiatives.
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 received a report that the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors approved a grant sponsored by Supervisor Sylvia Arenas for the San Martin Neighborhood Association on June 18, 2026. Receipt of the report is final.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The committee will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The committee will vote on all consent calendar items and any agenda changes in one motion.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approves routine items, contracts, and other actions that affect county services and residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 6:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public may speak on consent items by requesting to speak at this time.
Decision update
The San Martin Planning Advisory Committee approved the consent calendar and the proposed changes to the committee agenda. This approval is final.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Residents can address the committee on any matter not on the agenda.
The committee will approve the written record of the March 25, 2026 regular meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Officially records decisions and actions taken, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 6:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee approved the minutes of the March 25, 2026 regular meeting. The approval is final.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Speakers may address the Commission on any topic not on the agenda.
The board will vote to approve amended bylaws for the Fairgrounds Management Corporation.
Board will hear brief announcements, including that there are currently no board vacancies.
Board members will suggest topics for upcoming meetings.
The board will receive the Fairgrounds Management Corporation’s financial statement report.
Board will approve a first amendment to the license agreement with Veteran Power, Inc.
What's happening
Why it matters
Expands power service area and raises maintenance costs, impacting fairgrounds operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve amendment to Veteran Power license” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will approve a retroactive license agreement with BLH Construction Company, Inc. for the use of ... (details not listed).
What's happening
Why it matters
Allows BLH Construction to use fairgrounds property, potentially affecting operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve retroactive license with BLH Construction” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The board will approve the consent calendar and related agenda changes.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the consent calendar moves many routine items forward, allowing the board to focus on larger decisions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, Lower Level Conference Room, or join via video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/81568194286.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to bnc@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Approve Consent Calendar and Agenda Changes” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.