Vote on assignments to Standing Committees
Commission will discuss how sections of the Work Plan will be assigned to Standing Committees.
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Commission will discuss how sections of the Work Plan will be assigned to Standing Committees.
Commission will discuss the optimal size of its membership.
Commission will discuss a plan to provide new research resources to the Legislative Committee.
Commission will discuss and set priorities for the 2026‑2027 Work Plan.
The board will receive a report from the Commission on the Status of Women.
Commission will appoint commissioners to attend the County’s Reentry Resource Center 7th Annual Rise Up and Run 5k on October 17, 2026 at Hellyer County Park.
The commission will receive a report on planned International Women’s Day activities for March 8, 2027.
The committee will set dates and times for the next five meetings.
Board will adopt a commendation for Krishna Madayag retiring after 29 years of service.
What's happening
Why it matters
Recognizes long‑time county employees and highlights outstanding staff, fostering morale.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the board meeting to hear the presentations.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Adopt commendations and certificates of appreciation” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 10, 2026.
Commission members will receive nominations and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leadership determines how the commission sets priorities and manages park and recreation programs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Isaac Newton Center Auditorium or remotely via Zoom link https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89415061968 or telephone (669) 219-2599.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email to bnc@cob.sccgov.org or deliver them at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form submitted before public comment begins.
Decision update
The item “Elect Commission Officers FY 2026‑2027” was approved (Ayes: Ball, Choi, Giri, Miller, Mitchner; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 5, 2026.
Discuss and approve the list of members serving on the Allocations Committee for fiscal year 2026-27.
The commission will receive nominations and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year.
What's happening
Why it matters
Elected officers set the leadership and direction for the commission’s work over the next year.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Isaac Newton Center Auditorium or remotely via Zoom link.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or hand‑delivered at the meeting, or fill a Request to Speak form before public comment begins.
Decision update
The commission approved the election of Dan L. Connolly as chairperson and Hobbs as vice chairperson for fiscal year 2026‑2027.
Decided Aug 4, 2026.
Commission members will elect a Chairperson.
What's happening
Why it matters
Elected officers lead the commission’s work and set meeting priorities.
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 the election of Commissioner Cohen as Chairperson and Commissioner Hetterly as Vice Chairperson for fiscal year 2026‑2027.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
Commission members will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year.
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.
The committee will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The board will vote to approve amended bylaws for the Fairgrounds Management Corporation.
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.
Board will approve a first amendment to the license agreement with LS Power Grid California, LLC.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides office space and increased services, affecting fairgrounds event 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 LS Power Grid license” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will vote to approve amended Fairgrounds Management Corporation Bylaws (ID# 129778).
What's happening
Why it matters
Updates the rules that govern fairgrounds management and 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 board unanimously voted to approve the Fairgrounds Management Corporation bylaws as amended, updating Section 6.02 to state that the County Executive appoints three County employee directors.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Members of the public can address the committee on any topic not on the agenda.
The committee will discuss preparing an annual report for the Finance and Government Operations Committee.
Board will approve Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Development Consulting Services Agreement with Sheryl Schaffner.