Recycling and Waste Reduction CommissionSanta Clara County
Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission report
The Commission will deliver its own report to the Technical Advisory Committee.
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Parks, waterfronts, climate work, trees, open space, and environmental protections.
The Commission will deliver its own report to the Technical Advisory Committee.
Circular Action Alliance, partnered with MetroStor, will present a new pilot funded to mitigate contamination in multi‑family housing.
Engie Impact will present waste flow data from the 2026 Super Bowl at Levi’s Stadium.
The Administrator will present the Technical Advisory Committee report.
The Chair will deliver the Implementation Committee report.
The commission will receive updates on household hazardous waste disposal reporting, composting education, the food recovery program, the reuse/recycling hotline, the reusables in schools pilot, and related legislation.
Chairs will present reports from five subcommittees covering household hazardous waste, public education, zero waste, operations, and SB 1383.
Members of the public may address the committee on any subject within its jurisdiction.
Discuss the ongoing water conservation programs and incentives under CAP Action E‑W.3.1.1.
Discuss plans and activities for Earth Day.
The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council end the Nealon Park parking pilot and keep the existing back‑in angled parking layout. The recommendation includes keeping the bike lane in the roadway right‑of‑way and not reducing overall parking supply.
Staff presented an overview of the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the 1005 O’Brien Drive and 1320 Willow Road development. Commissioners were asked to review the report and share any comments, but no formal action was taken.
Commission receives a report on Code of Federal Regulations Part 13 and Part 16 complaints filed against the County.
Commission receives the semi‑annual noise report from the Roads and Airports Department.
The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of the Sustainability Department to execute a $1,000,000 grant from the California State Water Resources Control Board for the Pescadero Creek Watershed Roads Sediment Reduction Project.
What's happening
Why it matters
The grant funds erosion control measures that protect water quality and habitat in the Pescadero Creek watershed.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom link: https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/94546018155
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email your comment to boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the Director of the Sustainability Department to execute a $1,000,000 grant for the Pescadero Creek Watershed Roads Sediment Reduction Project and to manage related invoices and reimbursements.
Decided Apr 7, 2026.
Commissioner will share updates on information items, subcommittees, or projects.
The Parks Department will present its report to the commission.
Commission will introduce the new commissioner and outline their role.
Residents can submit written comments by email or speak in person during the meeting. Comments should reference the specific agenda item.
Commission will discuss scope, timing, and approach for a retreat to develop its work plan for 2026-2027.
Members of the public may address the commission on any topic within its jurisdiction that is not on the agenda.
The commission received a verbal report from the Bay Area Ridge Trail Council.
The commission accepted the Parks and Recreation Commission Business Work Plan Matrix for fiscal year 2025-2026.
The commission received a verbal report from the Parks and Recreation Department.