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Police, fire, emergency response, disaster planning, and neighborhood safety.
The Board will receive and accept the Sheriff’s Office report on immigration detainers.
The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing a second amendment to the agreement with the City of San Mateo for personnel support to the County Gun Relinquishment Task Force.
The Board will vote to adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with The Counseling Team International to provide professional counseling to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office.
Board will present a proclamation designating October 18-24, 2026 as United Against Hate Week.
The Board will adopt a resolution asking the County Health Officer to inspect the detention facilities at San Francisco International Airport.
Board will present a proclamation designating October 2026 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
The Board will receive the 2026 End‑of‑Session State and Federal Legislative Report.
The Board will consider a resolution declaring a local emergency for the 2026‑27 El Niño season.
The board will vote to adopt a resolution amending the agreement with the City of San Mateo.
Authorizes counseling services for the Sheriff’s Office from August 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, up to $250,000.
Board will receive the Sheriff’s Office report on immigration detainers.
The Board will present a proclamation naming October 2026 Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
The Board will present a proclamation naming October 18‑24, 2026 United Against Hate Week.
Board will approve a proclamation naming October 2026 Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
The Board will adopt a resolution asking the County Health Officer to inspect the detention facilities at San Francisco International Airport and report findings to the Board and the state corrections board.
The Board will consider a resolution declaring a local emergency for the 2026‑27 El Niño season.
The board will adopt a resolution extending the local emergency proclamation for conditions at the Pacifica Municipal Pier.
The Board approved a resolution authorizing a grant of up to $421,001 to the City of San Mateo.
What's happening
Why it matters
The program aims to reduce youth involvement in the justice system and provide supportive services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item number.
Decision update
The item “Grant up to $421,001 for juvenile diversion and prevention services” was approved.
Decided Jun 23, 2026.
The board will adopt a resolution authorizing the District Attorney to enter a $242,862 agreement with the California Victim Compensation Board to fund a Restitution Specialist position for FY 2026‑27 through FY 2028‑29.
Board will adopt a resolution to amend the agreement with Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse for the Domestic Violence Emergency Response Team.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures fire safety in health facilities, protecting patients, staff, and visitors.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/86130548317
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating agenda item 79 before the deadline.
Decision update
The Board approved a contract with Heritage Fire Protection for fire‑sprinkler services at County health facilities from June 23, 2026 through June 22, 2029, not to exceed $296,630, with an additional $203,370 authorized for repair services, for a total ceiling of $500,000.
Decided Jun 16, 2026.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
Additional funds allow CORA to continue services that help victims of relationship abuse.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/86130548317
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments referencing agenda item 29 before 5:00 p.m. on June 15 2026.
Decision update
The Board approved an amendment to the CORA agreement, extending the term to June 30 2027 and raising the maximum amount to $250,000.
Decided Jun 16, 2026.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding enhances the unit’s ability to investigate and prevent human trafficking.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/86130548317
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments referencing agenda item 28 before 5:00 p.m. on June 15 2026.
Decision update
The Board authorized the District Attorney to negotiate a $250,000 agreement with the Northern California Regional Intelligence Center to support the Human Trafficking unit for May 21 2026 to May 21 2027.
Decided Jun 16, 2026.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
The specialist will help victims receive restitution, improving support for crime victims.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/86130548317
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments referencing agenda item 27 before 5:00 p.m. on June 15 2026.
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the District Attorney to fund a Restitution Specialist position with the California Victim Compensation Board for FY 2026‑27 through FY 2028‑29, up to $242,862.
Decided Jun 16, 2026.
