Public Safety

What's happening

• The committee approved the police department’s 2025 equipment‑use annual report, confirming it meets state law criteria.

Why it matters

Ensures police equipment use is transparent and legally compliant, building public trust.

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• The amendment bars employers and affordable housing providers from using out-of-state convictions for lawful activities such as abortion care, drag shows, gender‑affirming care, and spontaneous abortion, when making employment or housing decisions.
• It raises administrative penalties and liquidated damages for violations.

Why it matters

Protects individuals from discrimination based on out‑of‑state convictions for lawful conduct, promoting fair employment and housing access.

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• Commission will vote to adopt the written record of the April 7, 2026 regular meeting. The minutes summarize actions taken and discussions held at that meeting.

Why it matters

Adopting minutes makes the prior meeting’s decisions official and ensures a public record of how the Commission acted.

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• The Board adopted a resolution that allows the City and County to enter two agreements with the California Department of Health Care Services for the Medi-Cal County Inmate Program.
• The agreements permit reimbursement of up to $35,363.08 for services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.

Why it matters

It secures funding to cover health care costs for incarcerated individuals, reducing the city’s financial burden.

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• The Board adopted an ordinance creating a Memorandum of Understanding between the City, County, and the Municipal Executives’ Association – Fire.
• The MOU will be effective from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030.

Why it matters

It formalizes cooperation on fire services, improving coordination and resource sharing to protect the community.

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• The ordinance amends the Fire Code to prohibit the sale, offer, and delivery of lithium‑ion batteries that lack required certification to any address in San Francisco.
• It creates enforcement processes, penalties, and authorizes the City Attorney to seek injunctive and monetary relief and attorneys’ fees.
• It authorizes the Fire Department to implement the restriction through rules, forms, and guidance.

Why it matters

The ban reduces fire risk from uncertified batteries, protecting residents, businesses, and delivery services.

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• The Board adopted an ordinance that implements the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and County and the Municipal Executives’ Association – Police.
• The MOU will be in effect from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030.

Why it matters

It sets the framework for police department policies and collaboration for the next four years, affecting public safety services.

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• The board will approve a contract with Heritage Fire Protection to provide fire sprinkler services at county health and hospital facilities from June 23, 2026 through June 22, 2029, up to $296,630.
• The agreement also lets the Public Works Director add repair services for up to $203,370, for a total not‑to‑exceed $500,000.

Why it matters

Ensures fire safety in health facilities, protecting patients, staff, and visitors.

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• The Board approved a resolution to extend the CORA agreement through June 30 2027 and increase funding by $125,000, for a total not to exceed $250,000.

Why it matters

Additional funds allow CORA to continue services that help victims of relationship abuse.

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• The Board approved a resolution allowing the District Attorney to contract with the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center, up to $250,000, to support the Human Trafficking unit from May 21 2026 to May 21 2027.

Why it matters

Funding enhances the unit’s ability to investigate and prevent human trafficking.

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• The Board approved up to $100,000 in Measure K funds for CORA to provide free legal assistance.
• The grant runs from July 1 2026 through June 30 2027.

Why it matters

Helps survivors navigate the legal system and obtain protection.

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• The Board authorized Amendment No. 4 to increase the not‑to‑exceed amount for architectural services by $136,461, bringing the total to $2,989,637.
• The contract term remains unchanged.
• The President of the Board is directed to execute the amendment.

Why it matters

Additional funding secures design work needed to complete the new Pescadero Fire Station, enhancing emergency response for the community.

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• The Board approved up to $170,000 in Measure K funds for CORA to operate a safe‑house shelter.
• The grant covers the period July 1 2026 to June 30 2027.

Why it matters

Provides safe housing for survivors of domestic violence in the county.

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• The Board will approve a resolution directing the President to sign a first amendment with Data Vision Group, LLC.
• The amendment covers the Geospatial Threat Reporting Exchange Dashboard for Jan 1 2025‑Dec 31 2027, up to $1,100,000.

Why it matters

It expands the county’s ability to monitor and share threat information, supporting public safety.

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• The Board will authorize the President to sign an agreement with Woodside Fire Protection District for fire protection services to Los Trancos Woods, Vista Verde, and Oak Forrest Court from July 1 2026 to June 30 2028.
• The agreement may cost up to $600,000 and bypasses competitive bidding requirements.
• The Board reaffirms that 33% of annual revenue will be allocated for enhanced fire protection services.

Why it matters

It secures fire protection for the three communities, guarantees funding, and allows faster procurement by waiving bidding rules, enhancing public safety.

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• The Board will approve a resolution allowing the Sheriff to renew interagency agreements through July 31, 2026.
• Each agreement may be up to $500,000, with a total not to exceed $5,857,265, funded by the FY 2024 UASI grant.

Why it matters

It keeps regional intelligence collaboration active, enhancing public safety and using federal grant funds.

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• The Board approved a resolution to fund a Restitution Specialist position with $242,862 from the California Victim Compensation Board for FY 2026‑27 through 2028‑29.

Why it matters

The specialist will help victims receive restitution, improving support for crime victims.

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• The Board will approve an agreement with Crime Scene Cleaners Inc. to provide biohazard clean‑up and sanitation services to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office, for the term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
• The contract may be extended up to two additional years, with a maximum cost of $500,000.

Why it matters

Ensuring professional biohazard cleanup protects staff safety and public health during crime scene processing.

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• The Board will approve agreements with Pacific Coast Polygraph and Investigations, Inc. and Lampo Investigations Polygraph to provide pre‑employment polygraph testing from July 1 2026 to June 30 2029.
• The combined contract amount will not exceed $300,000 ($150,000 each).

Why it matters

Polygraph testing helps verify the suitability of new Sheriff’s Office hires, supporting public safety integrity.

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• The board will approve a resolution authorizing a participation and administrative services agreement with the State of California Department of Health Care Services for the Medi‑Cal County Inmate Program.
• The agreement covers the period from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2029.

Why it matters

It ensures that incarcerated individuals receive necessary health‑care services while in county custody.

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• The Board will approve an amendment extending the California Highway Patrol support agreement to June 30 2029.
• The amendment raises the maximum fiscal obligation by $136,180.20, up to $252,031.80.

Why it matters

Extending CHP support keeps county law‑enforcement assistance in place and the added funds cover additional services.

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