Sustainability CommissionSanta Clara County
2025 Annual Sustainability Report presentation
The Office of Sustainability and Resilience will present the 2025 Annual Sustainability Report.
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Parks, waterfronts, climate work, trees, open space, and environmental protections.
The Office of Sustainability and Resilience will present the 2025 Annual Sustainability Report.
Commission will receive a report about alternatives to artificial turf. The presentation will be verbal.
The committee will discuss continuing water‑conservation programs and incentives.
Committee will discuss the Housing Resource Fair and the Community‑Based Social Marketing Pilot to promote water conservation.
Committee will receive an overview of a tour of the new recreation center.
Committee members will discuss continuing the Community‑Based Social Marketing Pilot to promote water conservation programs and incentives under CAP Action E‑W.3.1.1.
Committee member Kenneth Huo will present the “Nothing We Do Is Sustainable” discussion.
The committee discussed the Community‑Based Social Marketing Pilot, specifically continuing the water‑conservation promotion actions outlined in CAP Action E‑W.3.1.1.
A brief report was given on the recent town picnic event.
The proposed ordinance would remove shadow analysis, cut the appeal period for CEQA decisions from 30 to 15 days, and eliminate some unnecessary document requirements.
The board approved a contract for up to $15,000,000 with Environmental Science Associates to provide as‑needed environmental review services under CEQA and NEPA for seven years starting Oct 14 2026.
The Board approved a contract with GEI Consultants for up to $15,000,000 in as‑needed environmental review services.
The Board is asked to approve a resolution authorizing the Public Utilities Commission to execute Contract No. PRO.0333.C for as‑needed environmental review services.
The Board approved a contract with AECOM Technical Services for up to $15,000,000 in as‑needed environmental review services.
The Board approved a contract with Panorama Environmental, Inc. for up to $15,000,000 in as‑needed environmental review services.
The board is reviewing an ordinance that would simplify CEQA compliance, remove shadow analysis, and cut the appeal window from 30 to 15 days.
The Board approved a contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for up to $15,000,000 in as‑needed environmental review services.
The Board supported the appointment of Buellton Mayor David Silva to the California Air Resources Board.
What's happening
Why it matters
County representation on the state air board influences decisions that affect local air quality and public health.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Support appointment of Mayor David Silva to Air Resources Board” passed.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board approved the reappointment of Rob Knight to the Historic Landmark Advisory Commission, term ending January 1 2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
Continues oversight of historic landmarks, helping preserve local heritage and property values.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Reappoint Rob Knight to Historic Landmark Advisory Commission” was approved.
Decided Jul 7, 2026.
The Board encourages bicycles, carpooling, and hybrid vehicles for travel to the hearing. VTA bus lines 61, 62, 66, 181 and Light Rail serve the County Government Center, and bike racks are available at James McEntee, Sr. Plaza.
The ordinance would revise the process for designating landmarks and historic districts to make it clearer and more efficient. It has been assigned under the 30‑day rule and referred to the Planning Department.
The commission opened a public hearing to receive testimony about Stanford’s compliance with its 2000 General Use Permit.
The Recreation and Parks Department is authorized to amend the permit for Another Planet Entertainment to hold ticketed concerts at the Golden Gate Park Polo Field in 2027‑2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
The extended permit and higher fees generate significant revenue for the city and allow continued large‑scale concerts in the park.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The committee voted to rescind the earlier vote on the resolution to extend the concert permit for the Golden Gate Park Polo Field, undoing the prior approval.
Decided Jun 25, 2026.
Commission will hear updates on the Realize Flood Park project.