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Parks, waterfronts, climate work, trees, open space, and environmental protections.
The board will adopt a resolution giving the County Executive authority to apply for and manage up to $27.5 million in Transformative Climate Communities grant funds.
The Board will vote to adopt a resolution that affirms support for actions to improve air quality in Santa Clara County.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improving air quality protects public health, especially for vulnerable groups like youth, and helps maintain strong state emissions standards.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join the 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 as outlined in the meeting’s Public Comment Instructions.
Decision update
The item “Adopt Resolution supporting air quality improvements” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board will adopt a resolution that includes findings and an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Fortini Property.
What's happening
Why it matters
The plan creates new trails connecting parks, expands recreation options, and protects local environmental resources.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street or via video conference link
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Follow public comment instructions on the meeting agenda page
Decision update
The item “Adopt Fortini Property Site Plan and Trail Project” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board authorized the President to sign agreements with Capital Program Management, Inc. and Cumming Management Group.
What's happening
Why it matters
These contracts let the County hire construction managers quickly for projects, helping keep timelines and costs on track.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting at 500 County Center or via Zoom (ID 821 4731 3796).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments referencing the agenda item number 45.
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the President to execute on‑call construction management agreements with Capital Program Management, Inc. and Cumming Management Group, each up to $500,000, for a combined total not exceeding $1,000,000, for Aug 25 2026 through Aug 24 2029, and permitting limited amendments.
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board authorized the County Executive (or designee) to execute a certificate of acceptance for a sanitary sewer easement on behalf of the Emerald Lake Heights Sewer Maintenance District.
What's happening
Why it matters
It gives legal authority to move forward with sewer infrastructure that serves district residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments referencing this agenda item before 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting.
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the County Executive to accept a sanitary sewer easement on behalf of the Emerald Lake Heights Sewer Maintenance District and to execute related documents.
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
Board approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to detect and trap regulated insect pests.
What's happening
Why it matters
Helps protect agricultural crops and the environment from damaging pests.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/82147313796
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the specific agenda item.
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with CDFA for pest detection and trapping services from Jul 1 2026 through Jun 30 2027, up to $658,498, and permitting limited amendments.
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board approved the use of the design‑build delivery method for the Solids Handling Phase 3 Project (Project No. SOLID3).
What's happening
Why it matters
The design‑build approach speeds up procurement and construction of solid waste facilities, improving service reliability for residents.
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 “Approve design‑build method for Solids Handling Phase 3 project” passed.
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
The Board approved, ratified, and authorized the Chair to execute Amendment No. 2 extending the contract end date to December 31, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Extending the agreement ensures continued recycled water supply to the airport through 2027, supporting water conservation.
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 “Approve amendment to recycled water agreement with Santa Maria Airport” passed.
Decided Aug 25, 2026.
Committee will receive an update on the condition and plans for the De Anza Trail.
Committee will get an update on the upcoming town picnic event.
Committee will discuss signage options for De Anza Trail, Byrne Preserve, and Rhus Ridge Road.
Public members may address the committee on any pathways‑related issue not on the agenda, limited to two minutes.
Review draft minutes from the July 27, 2026 meeting.
Council voted to accept the Spinas Park Restroom Building Project as complete.
Council will receive a 60 % design update for the flood‑protection project.
What's happening
Why it matters
The chosen design will shape how homes, schools, businesses and shoreline access are protected from future flooding.
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 council voted 6‑1 to receive an update on the Redwood Shores Sea Level Rise Protection Project and directed staff to use Alternative 2 (Optimized Design) as the preferred basis for the 60 percent design deliverable to FEMA.
Decided Aug 24, 2026.
The council noted that the item is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act.
The City Engineer has certified that the new restroom building meets standards and is ready for final acceptance.
Council will consider a resolution approving a sewer construction and dedication agreement with the property owner of 25386 La Loma Drive.
Council will adopt an ordinance designating the Martha Lynn Tank House at 12889 Viscaino Place as a historic landmark.
The council will consider a resolution to approve the Sewer Construction and Dedication Agreement with the property owner of 10320 Rolly Road for the Rolly Road Sanitary Sewer Main Extension.
The Council will approve the local designation of the Juan Bautista De Anza Historic Trail and provide direction for its certification and map update.
The committee will discuss efforts to improve the AIDS Grove.
Members will explore procurement approaches to meet SB 1383 organic waste product targets starting in 2027.
Jurisdictions will discuss how they share SB 1383 implementation records with CalRecycle’s compliance branch.
