Santa Clara County city services decisions

Jul23Thu

Planning CommissionSanta Clara County

Elect Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Commission members will elect a Chairperson.

Vote scheduled Jul 23Jul 23Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

Commission members will elect a Chairperson.
Commission members will elect a Vice Chairperson.

Why it matters

Elected officers lead the commission’s work and set meeting priorities.

Who is affected

commission membersresidents

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.

Jul 23, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: low

Posted Jul 20, 2026, 6:08 AM PTUpdated Oct 12, 2026, 2:03 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

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.

Jul23Thu

Planning CommissionSanta Clara County

Public comment period

The public may address the Commission on any matter not on the agenda.

Info onlyComment period has passedJul 23Public Services

Jul23Thu

Planning CommissionSanta Clara County

Elect Planning Commission officers for 2026-27

Commission members will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year.

Awaiting official resultJul 23Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Receive planning report on work-plan timeline

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.

Info onlyJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Receive report from Chairperson

The Chairperson will give a report to the committee.

Info onlyJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Receive reports from Committee members

Committee members will present their individual reports.

Info onlyJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Elect committee Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Committee members will elect a Chairperson.

Vote scheduled Jul 22Jul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

Committee members will elect a Chairperson.
Committee members will elect a Vice Chairperson.

Why it matters

Leadership determines how the advisory committee sets priorities and guides planning discussions.

Who is affected

Committee membersSan Martin residents

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: low

Posted Oct 12, 2026, 1:56 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

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.

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Propose future agenda items

Committee members proposed topics for upcoming meetings.

Info onlyJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Report from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas

The committee received a report from the Office of Supervisor Sylvia Arenas.

Info onlyJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The committee received a report from the Office of Supervisor Sylvia Arenas.

Why it matters

The supervisor’s updates can affect community priorities and upcoming initiatives.

Who is affected

local residents

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: low

Posted Oct 12, 2026, 1:56 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

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.

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Elect officers for 2026-27

The committee will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year 2026-2027.

Awaiting official resultJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Vote on consent calendar and agenda changes

The committee will vote on all consent calendar items and any agenda changes in one motion.

Routine approvalComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

What's happening

The committee will vote on all consent calendar items and any agenda changes in one motion.

Why it matters

Approves routine items, contracts, and other actions that affect county services and residents.

Who is affected

ResidentsCounty agencies

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 16, 2026, 5:24 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:22 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

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.

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Public comment period for residents

Residents can address the committee on any matter not on the agenda.

Info onlyComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

Jul22Wed

San Martin Planning Advisory CommitteeSanta Clara County

Approve minutes of March 25, 2026 meeting

The committee will approve the written record of the March 25, 2026 regular meeting.

Routine approvalJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The committee will approve the written record of the March 25, 2026 regular meeting.

Why it matters

Officially records decisions and actions taken, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Who is affected

Committee membersPublic

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 16, 2026, 5:24 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:22 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The committee approved the minutes of the March 25, 2026 regular meeting. The approval is final.

Decided Jul 22, 2026.

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Vote on amended Fairgrounds Management Bylaws

The board will vote to approve amended bylaws for the Fairgrounds Management Corporation.

Awaiting official resultJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Announcements and correspondence

Board will hear brief announcements, including that there are currently no board vacancies.

Info onlyComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Propose future agenda items

Board members will suggest topics for upcoming meetings.

Info onlyComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Financial statement report for Fairgrounds Management

The board will receive the Fairgrounds Management Corporation’s financial statement report.

Info onlyJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Vote on amendment to Veteran Power license

Board will approve a first amendment to the license agreement with Veteran Power, Inc.

Vote scheduled Jul 22Jul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

Board will approve a first amendment to the license agreement with Veteran Power, Inc.
Licensed premises increase by two acres to total three acres, and monthly maintenance compensation rises by $15,756 to $23,635 effective June 1, 2026.

Why it matters

Expands power service area and raises maintenance costs, impacting fairgrounds operations.

Who is affected

Fairgrounds operatorsTaxpayers

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 2:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 16, 2026, 5:23 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:22 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The item “Approve amendment to Veteran Power license” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).

Decided Jul 22, 2026.

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Vote on retroactive license with BLH Construction

Board will approve a retroactive license agreement with BLH Construction Company, Inc. for the use of ... (details not listed).

Vote scheduled Jul 22Jul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

Board will approve a retroactive license agreement with BLH Construction Company, Inc. for the use of ... (details not listed).

Why it matters

Allows BLH Construction to use fairgrounds property, potentially affecting operations.

Who is affected

Fairgrounds operatorsTaxpayers

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 2:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: low

Posted Jul 16, 2026, 5:23 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:22 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The item “Approve retroactive license with BLH Construction” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).

Decided Jul 22, 2026.

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Vote on Consent Calendar and Agenda Changes

The board will approve the consent calendar and related agenda changes.

Routine approvalComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

What's happening

The board will approve the consent calendar and related agenda changes.
Items removed from the consent calendar may be discussed later at the chair’s discretion.

Why it matters

Approving the consent calendar moves many routine items forward, allowing the board to focus on larger decisions.

Who is affected

fairgrounds stakeholderscontractorscommunity members

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 2:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 16, 2026, 5:23 AM PTUpdated Oct 12, 2026, 2:01 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The item “Approve Consent Calendar and Agenda Changes” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).

Decided Jul 22, 2026.

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Closed session discussion of possible and pending litigation

The board recessed to a closed session to discuss a possible new lawsuit.

Routine approvalJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Receive executive report on Fairgrounds initiatives

Board will receive a report from the Office of the County Executive about current Fairgrounds projects and departmental updates.

Info onlyComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Public comment period

Members of the public may address the Board on any matter not on the agenda.

Info onlyComment period has passedJul 22Public Services

Jul22Wed

Fairgrounds Management Corporation Board of DirectorsSanta Clara County

Approve minutes of May 27, 2026 meeting

The board will vote to approve the written record of the May 27, 2026 regular meeting.

Routine approvalJul 22Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The board will vote to approve the written record of the May 27, 2026 regular meeting.

Why it matters

Approving minutes makes the record official and ensures transparency of board actions.

Who is affected

taxpayersfairgrounds usersboard members

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.

Jul 22, 2026, 2:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 16, 2026, 5:23 AM PTUpdated Sep 7, 2026, 10:16 AM PT

Decision update

Approved

The item “Approve minutes of May 27, 2026 meeting” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).

Decided Jul 22, 2026.

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Public Services

Elect Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Approved

Public comment period

Elect Planning Commission officers for 2026-27

Receive planning report on work-plan timeline

Receive report from Chairperson

Receive reports from Committee members

Elect committee Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

Approved

Propose future agenda items

Report from Supervisor Sylvia Arenas

Approved

Elect officers for 2026-27

Vote on consent calendar and agenda changes

Approved

Public comment period for residents

Approve minutes of March 25, 2026 meeting

Approved

Vote on amended Fairgrounds Management Bylaws

Announcements and correspondence

Propose future agenda items

Financial statement report for Fairgrounds Management

Vote on amendment to Veteran Power license

Approved

Vote on retroactive license with BLH Construction

Approved

Vote on Consent Calendar and Agenda Changes

Approved

Closed session discussion of possible and pending litigation

Receive executive report on Fairgrounds initiatives

Public comment period

Approve minutes of May 27, 2026 meeting

Approved