Discuss Committee Membership for 2026-27
Review proposed members for the 2026‑27 term.
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Review proposed members for the 2026‑27 term.
Accept verbal report from the Treasurer.
What's happening
Why it matters
These discussions guide decisions that affect child abuse prevention services and coordination across agencies.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, 8:00 AM on Aug 27 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Discuss Committee Business and Updates” was outcome recorded.
Decided Aug 27, 2026.
Consider rescheduling the September 24 meeting to September 17.
Commission will elect a Chairperson Pro Tempore.
The meeting will be adjourned and the next regular meeting is set for October 28, 2026 at 7.00 p.m. in the Isaac Newton Senter Auditorium, County Government Center, 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose.
The commission will approve the 2027 meeting schedule.
Commission will note future agenda items for staff to place on future agenda.
Supervisor Ellenberg nominated Sara Cody for appointment to the 2025 Measure A Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee, seat 1.
What's happening
Why it matters
The committee monitors how Measure A funds are used, influencing county budgeting and services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89640660442
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Appointment to Measure A Oversight Committee” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The board will receive a report on an independent audit and oversight function for the Department of Family and Children’s Services.
The Board is asked to delegate authority to the County Executive to negotiate, execute, amend, or terminate the SAP Ariba agreement.
What's happening
Why it matters
Delegating authority lets the county keep using the Ariba cloud platform, which supports procurement operations and involves significant future spending.
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 item “Delegate authority for SAP Ariba cloud contract up to $28,240,680” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board will receive a report on independent auditing and oversight of the Department of Family and Children’s Services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improved oversight and transparency can strengthen services for children and families in the county.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street or join via the Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments according to the public comment instructions posted on the Board’s website.
Decision update
The item “Consider child welfare oversight report and commission” was direction provided.
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board will consider and approve the Phase 2 tenant‑improvements project for the Residential Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility at 264 Morrison.
What's happening
Why it matters
The improvements expand capacity for substance‑use and mental‑health treatment, helping more residents get needed care.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join the online stream/video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89640660442
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Follow the Public Comment Instructions posted at www.sccgov.org/bosmeeting
Decision update
The item “Approve tenant improvements for 264 Morrison treatment facility” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board is asked to ratify a grant application to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
The Board is asked to approve Agreement CW2264705 with CareFusion Solutions for an automated medication dispensing system.
What's happening
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.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89640660442
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Follow the Public Comment Instructions and submit comments during the meeting or via the video conference platform.
Decision update
The item “Approve $32M CareFusion automated medication dispensing system agreement” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
Board will vote to increase the contract maximum from $626,023 to $1,252,046.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures families in East San Jose continue receiving essential services like counseling, education, and nutrition.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89640660442.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide comments during the public comment period at the meeting, either in person or via video conference/telephone.
Decision update
The item “Approve retroactive First Amendment to Agreement with Amigos de Guadalupe Center for Justice and Empowerment” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
It lets the County support health‑promotion and fundraising efforts without spending money, benefiting community health initiatives.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via video conference at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89640660442
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Use of in-kind County resources for health charities” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The board will consider approving the operational report from the Health Resources and Services Administration Project Director.
What's happening
Why it matters
It ensures continued health services for unhoused residents, maintaining access to primary care, mental health, substance‑abuse treatment, and oral health.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via the Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk’s office at (408) 299‑5001 before the meeting, following the public comment instructions.
Decision update
The item “Approve Valley Homeless Healthcare Program updates” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board will receive the monthly legislative report from the Office of Intergovernmental Relations.
What's happening
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.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Follow the public comment instructions in the agenda; comments can be submitted online or by phone during the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Vote on state and federal advocacy recommendations” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
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.
What's happening
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.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via the Zoom link provided.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Referral to review voting rights act recommendations” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The meeting will adjourn and reconvene on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 9.30 a.m. in the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose.
The committee will vote to approve a meeting scheduled for Oct 15, 2026 at 2:00 pm in Conference Room 1119, 976 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose.
Committee will receive the report on the Management Audit Services request for proposals.
Committee will receive the Management Audit of the Veterans Services Office.
What's happening
Why it matters
Implementing recommendations could generate $200,000 in annual revenue and improve services for veterans.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Board of Supervisors Chambers or remotely via video conference link.
Email: fgocagenda@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to fgocagenda@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The committee unanimously forwarded the Veterans Services Office audit recommendations to the Board of Supervisors, with Recommendation No. 2.1 omitted or amended. The Board has not yet acted on these recommendations.
Decided Aug 18, 2026.
The committee will discuss the PSRA Policy.