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Utilities, public works, permits, libraries, maintenance, and everyday local government operations.
Detailed budgets for County Health, Social Services, First 5, Behavioral Wellness, and Child Support Services were reviewed.
The Board approved and directed the Chief Procurement Officer to execute the FY 2026‑2027 Master Service Agreements with listed contractors.
What's happening
Why it matters
These contracts allow county departments to obtain needed services for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year, ensuring continued operations and service delivery.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The Board passed a motion directing the Chief Procurement Officer to execute and administer FY 2026‑2027 master service agreements and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Approve and authorize the Chair to execute a contingent‑fee Professional Services Contract with the Law Firm Baron and Budd (and associate outside counsel) for preparation and handling of litigation to be filed by the County against certain social media companies to obtain abatement of the public nuisance created by these companies.
What's happening
Why it matters
The litigation aims to reduce harmful impacts of social‑media platforms on the community, protecting public welfare.
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 passed a motion approving a contingent‑fee contract with Baron & Budd for social‑media litigation and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Approve, ratify, and authorize the Chair to execute the Sixth Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Legal Services with Rutan and Tucker, LLP, extending the term to December 31 2027 and increasing the maximum contract amount by $750,000.00 to a new maximum of $2,540,000.00.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures continued legal representation for the county, providing access to necessary legal counsel.
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 passed a motion approving, ratifying, and authorizing the Chair to execute the sixth amendment to the Rutan & Tucker legal‑services agreement, and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
The Board approved the minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Official record of past actions is confirmed, ensuring transparency and accurate documentation.
Who is affected
How to act
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Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Approve May 5, 2026 meeting minutes” passed.
Decided May 12, 2026.
The Board held a conference with labor negotiators regarding the County Executive Officer candidate.
The Board approved the written record of the April 27, 2026 special meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes makes the meeting’s decisions official and public.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Board meeting was held in person at County Administration Building.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve minutes of April 27, 2026 special meeting” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Supervisors Lee and Lavagnino moved to approve the April 21, 2026 regular meeting minutes.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes makes the meeting’s decisions official and part of the public record.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve minutes of April 21 Regular Meeting” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board received and filed a report from the County Elections Division requested on April 21 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
The oversight ensures transparent and accurate election processes for county voters.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at the County Administration Building Board Hearing Room or join via Zoom.
Email: sbcob@countyofsb.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Review elections information report” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Each person may address the Board for up to three minutes.
The Board adopted a resolution approving revisions to the Rules and Regulations of the Santa Barbara County Fire Department’s Board of Appeals.
What's happening
Why it matters
The new rules and board members determine how fire‑related appeals are handled, affecting public safety and accountability for county residents.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve revised Fire Dept. Board of Appeals rules and appointments” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Supervisors Lee and Lavagnino moved to approve the April 21, 2026 special meeting minutes.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes makes the meeting’s decisions official and part of the public record.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve minutes of April 21 Special Meeting” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
CEO Mona Miyasato reported that the General Services Facilities Division received a 2025 Award of Excellence in Facilities Management.
Supervisors Lee and Lavagnino moved to approve the April 23, 2026 special meeting minutes.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes makes the meeting’s decisions official and part of the public record.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve minutes of April 23 Special Meeting” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board approved James W. King’s reappointment to the North County Board of Architectural Review, term ending Dec 31, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
Not listed in the source document.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “James W. King reappointment to North County Board of Architectural Review” was approved.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Board approved the Fourth Amendment to the agreement with Pictometry International Corp., amending the scope of work to include additional services.
What's happening
Why it matters
It expands mapping and imaging services that support county planning, public safety, and emergency response activities.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve Amendment 4 to Pictometry Services Agreement” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The board continued discussion of the first amendment to the CHRS agreement to May 12, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides funding for custody services that support early recovery programs.
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Decision update
The item “Continue CHRS Early Access Stabilization Services Amendment” was continued.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Board conducted a public hearing under AB 2561 and received the annual workforce vacancies, recruitment and retention report for 2025.
What's happening
Why it matters
The report provides transparency on county staffing challenges and recruitment efforts, influencing how services are delivered to residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at the County Administration Building or join via Zoom.
Email: sbcob@countyofsb.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 5:00 PM on the day before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on county workforce vacancies report” passed.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The meeting will be live‑streamed on County TV Channel 20 at 9:00 AM on May 5, 2026.
The Board approved Kevin Small’s reappointment to the North County Board of Architectural Review, term ending Dec 31, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
Not listed in the source document.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Kevin Small reappointment to North County Board of Architectural Review” was approved.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board offers in‑person attendance at the County Administration Building in Santa Barbara and the Joseph Centeno Betteravia Building in Santa Maria.
The Board provided a closed‑session report with no actionable items.
What's happening
Why it matters
Closed‑session discussions are not public, but the report informs the public that no decisions were made.
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Decision update
The item “Closed session report (no action)” was approved.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The board approved the appointment of Alexandra Hurtado to the Commission for Women, term ending December 31, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Adds representation to the commission, influencing policies affecting women in the county.
Who is affected
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Decision update
The item “Approve appointment of Alexandra Hurtado to Commission for Women” was approved.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board approved Steven Gaulin’s appointment to the Mosquito and Vector Management District Board, term ending Dec 31, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Not listed in the source document.
Who is affected
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Decision update
The item “Steven Gaulin appointment to Mosquito & Vector Management District Board” was approved.
Decided May 5, 2026.
