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Rent, affordable homes, zoning, and decisions that shape where people can live.
The Committee will approve receipt of bi‑monthly, semi‑annual reports on the Supportive Housing System Dashboard, Permanent Supportive Housing, and Rapid Rehousing programs.
A presentation on the City of Sunnyvale’s Murphy Enclosure Project will be given.
MetroStor will present its new pilot aimed at reducing contamination in multi‑family dwellings, funded by Circular Action Alliance.
What's happening
Why it matters
Pilot aims to lower contamination in multi‑family housing, improving recycling rates.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the virtual meeting via the Zoom link or attend at the primary location.
Email: kathryn.pisano@morganhill.ca.gov
Submit comment: Raise your virtual hand during public comment or send written comments to the email address.
Decision update
The committee received an overview of MetroStor’s pilot to reduce contamination in multi‑family dwellings and invited attendees to send any follow‑up questions to the TAC Program Administrator.
Decided May 14, 2026.
Discuss housing concerns for Ryan White clients.
The Office of Supportive Housing presented a report on the Community Plan to End Homelessness and related initiatives.
The Homelessness Ad Hoc Committee delivered a report on the results of the Youth Homelessness Survey.
The board will approve a $5,000 grant to Dying to Stay Here.
The Board will approve Inventory Item No. 343 to provide a $25,000 grant to Working Partnerships USA.
The Board will approve Inventory Item No. 329 to provide a $25,000 grant to SOMOS Mayfair, Inc.
The Board will approve a $20,000 grant to Razing the Bar.
Board will approve Inventory Item No. 259 to grant $3,700 for residential programming.
The board will approve a $20,000 grant to Indian Health Center.
The Board will approve a $5,000 grant to Friends of Hue for housing resource outreach, tenant rights education, and community workshops.
The board will approve a $5,000 grant to An Ton Meditation Center to support its HomeFirst meal program for unhoused individuals.
Board will approve a $50,000 grant to Latinas Contra Cancer for the Prescribed Housing Program that prevents housing loss for cancer patients.
The Board will consider approving a $5,000 one‑time sponsorship to SV@Home.
The Board will consider approving a $25,000 grant to Bill Wilson Center.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to fund a position helping people experiencing homelessness move toward self‑sufficiency.
What's happening
Why it matters
The position provides direct support to transition individuals out of homelessness.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $10,000 to The United Effort Organization” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $5,000 grant to support the Makeshift Traveler program.
What's happening
Why it matters
The program provides housing assistance to people experiencing housing instability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Grant $5,000 to The HomeMore Project, Inc” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $15,000 grant to provide survival supplies to unhoused community members.
The board will approve a $15,000 grant to Recovery Cafe San Jose, Inc.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides essential mental‑health support to vulnerable residents without cost barriers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Decision update
The item “Grant to Recovery Cafe San Jose” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to the Rapid Encampment Support Team.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides immediate assistance to unhoused individuals during stressful sweep events.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Decision update
The item “Grant to Rapid Encampment Support Team” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to the School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides meals to residents who may otherwise go without food.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Decision update
The item “Grant to School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
The board will approve a $10,000 grant to Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley.
What's happening
Why it matters
Helps low‑income homeowners keep safe, livable homes without bearing repair costs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83415624589
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Decision update
The item “Grant to Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided May 13, 2026.
