County planning department proposes building-fee increases to reach full cost recovery; committee receives study A county fee study recommends raising building plan-check and inspection fees (current cost recovery ~64%) and restructuring the fee schedule to improve predictability; the Hewlett Committee received the report and staff will post proposed schedules and bring them to the Board on May 26.

Santa Clara County is considering significant building-fee adjustments to ensure better cost recovery and transparency, impacting nearly 60 unique fees for future projects.

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After packed public comment, committee directs formation of agricultural advisory committee for rural zoning amendments Following extensive testimony from South County farmers, vintners and local leaders, the Hewlett Committee directed county administration to initiate applications for an agricultural advisory committee and to ensure advisory input before rural zoning amendments are finalized.

Santa Clara County's Hewlett Committee is taking decisive action to form an agricultural advisory committee after passionate pleas from local farmers and vintners for stronger input on rural zoning amendments.

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Hewlett Committee forwards department reduction proposals, asks admin to explore alternatives to retain agricultural liaison The Santa Clara County Hewlett Committee voted to forward FY 2026–27 departmental reduction proposals to the full Board while asking administration to explore ways to maintain the county’s agricultural liaison role and to include department-level measures of success in next year’s recommended budget.

The Santa Clara County Hewlett Committee is taking a stand to preserve the vital agricultural liaison position while navigating budget cuts that could impact local farmers and the community's economic health.

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Happy #ButterflyWeek! 🦋

An #AniseSwallowtail at #HenryCoeStatePark in #SantaClaraCounty, #California

#HunterFranklinPics #Butterflies

Santa Clara sets Aug. 5 opening for Behavioral Health Pavilion; board asks foundation to pursue fundraising County staff told supervisors the Behavioral Health Pavilion is scheduled to open Aug. 5 and outlined final construction and HCAI inspection steps; supervisors asked staff to confirm auditing dates and to work with the county foundation on naming-rights and private fundraising to support operations.

The countdown to the Behavioral Health Pavilion's grand opening on August 5, 2026, is on, but can fundraising efforts keep pace with the rapid timeline?

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Nurses and advocates warn proposed jail nursing cuts would undermine custody health Nurses, jail health staff and community groups told the committee that proposed budget changes that would reduce clinical nursing and management positions in custody health in favor of medical assistants and LVNs risked lowering care quality; custody-health leaders defended the staffing redesign and agreed to additional discussions and metrics.

Proposed cuts to jail nursing staff could jeopardize patient care and unleash a wave of lawsuits, as advocates urge county leaders to reconsider their plan.

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Santa Clara supervisors warn state BHSA shift could imperil suicide-prevention services Supervisors and advocates told the Health & Hospital Committee that a state-directed shift of behavioral-health funding under the Behavioral Health Services Act risks cutting local suicide-prevention and mobile-crisis programs; the committee voted to receive staff's report and asked for advocacy materials and a letter to state health officials.

Santa Clara County supervisors are sounding the alarm over potential cuts to vital suicide-prevention services due to a state funding shift that could jeopardize local programs.

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Open Space Authority outlines CVcamp proposals to protect Coyote Valley and seek public feedback The Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority presented the Coyote Valley Conservation Areas Master Plan (CVcamp), described restoration and public-access alternatives, highlighted past acquisitions and partnerships, and said a citizens' parcel tax (Measure D) would appear on the June ballot to bolster funding.

The Coyote Valley Conservation Areas Master Plan is set to transform the landscape, blending habitat protection, agriculture, and public access—are you ready to shape its future?

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Valley Water outlines Water Supply Master Plan 2050, recommends lower-cost adaptive strategy Santa Clara Valley Water District staff briefed the planning commission on the Water Supply Master Plan 2050, explaining projected shortages under multiple scenarios and the board's adoption of a 'lower cost' adaptive strategy that prioritizes potable reuse, diversified storage and annual progress reporting.

Santa Clara Valley Water District's bold Water Supply Master Plan 2050 reveals alarming shortages ahead and introduces a cost-effective strategy to ensure a sustainable future.

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Abode is proud to serve many counties, including Santa Clara County! Through 45 programs and 21 housing sites, we support 6,774 people working toward stability and housing.
For more resources, visit abode.org/santa-clara-county.
#Abode #HousingEndsHomelessness #SantaClaraCounty

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Spring time. Rancho Cañada del Oro Open Space Preserve.
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#Inequality has always existed in #SiliconValley, but the divide is now at the tipping point. #SantaClaraCounty
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That’s not a moon… it’s a whole new Star
Wars: Unlimited set! On March 8th, 2026, we will have
a prerelease event for a Lawless Time!
Preregistration is open now!
#sanjoseca #starwars #santaclaracounty #SWU
#shoplocal

They almost closed the Moffett Field Commissary
Now it’s staying open through 2028 after a deal involving Sam Liccardo, NASA, and the Defense Commissary Agency.
For 45,000+ Santa Clara County veterans, groceries run ~25% less. In Silicon Valley, that matters.

#MountainView #SantaClaraCounty

Acorn woodpeckers in a tree at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve near Morgan Hill, California.

#bird #birds #woodpecker #acornwoodpecker #nature #wildlife #santaclaracounty #openspaceauthority

That’s not a moon… it’s a whole new Star Wars: Unlimited set! On March 8th, 2026, we will have a prerelease event for a Lawless Time! Preregistration is open now!
#sanjoseca #starwars #santaclaracounty #SWU #shoplocal

Grant cancellations threaten core public health services in major U.S. cities - Big Cities Health Coalition The following is a joint statement from seven BCHC member jurisdictions – Los Angeles County, Chicago, Denver, Minneapolis, Santa Clara County (CA), Alameda County (CA), and Long Beach (CA) – who lear...

🧵 "joint statement from [7] @bigcitieshealth.org member jurisdictions" whose awarded grants are being cancelled:
#Chicago
#Denver
#Minneapolis
#California:
#SantaClaraCounty
#AlamedaCounty
#LongBeach
#LosAngelesCounty

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Santa Clara sheriff refuses to assist ICE during Super Bowl 60 As Super Bowl LX approaches, law enforcement dynamics in the Bay Area have become a flashpoint. Santa Clara County Sheriff Bob Jonsen has firmly declared that his department will

"Santa Clara CountySheriff Bob Jonsen has firmly declared that his department will not work with federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during Super Bowl week, setting up a rare public stance in contrast to expected federal plans."

#SantaClaraCounty #Sheriff #Superbowl #NoICE #ICE

📊 Dec 2025 Bay Area Market Snapshot🏠 Inventory is rising across Santa Clara (+16.7% YoY) and San Mateo (+1.4% YoY) counties.⏱️ Days on market remain relatively tight, signaling steady buyer demand despite higher supply.
#BayAreaRealEstate #MarketUpdate #SantaClaraCounty #SanMateoCounty

@paulrogerssjm.bsky.social highlights @postlandtrust.bsky.social’s landmark acquisition of #SargentRanch, securing one of the largest #LandConservation victories in #SantaClaraCounty history and protecting vital wildlife corridors for generations to come.

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Groundbreaking day in Santa Clara County! 🎉
Heritage Vila, LLC will transform an existing site into a 60‑bed Adult Residential SUD Treatment Facility, adding wraparound services and holistic care for those most in need. 💙 #HeritageVila #BHCIP #SUDTreatment #BehavioralHealth #SantaClaraCounty

Rapid Response Network in Santa Clara County. Know your rights. #RRN #SanJose #SantaClaraCounty #ICE

Probation presents NSU annual report showing reductions in referrals and improved community engagement Probation's Neighborhood Safety Unit reported declines in juvenile referrals and chronic absenteeism in targeted communities and highlighted community-based programs serving thousands of families; residents and partners testified to NSU's localized impact.

The Probation Department's Neighborhood Safety Unit reveals impressive community achievements, including a staggering reduction in juvenile referrals and thousands of families served in East San Jose and East Gilroy.

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Santa Clara County staff outline plan, costs and equipment needs to restore Elmwood in‑house meal production County presenters said infrastructure failures and staffing shortages have reduced in‑house meal capacity at the Elmwood facility; officials described pipe and dishwasher work, replacement kettles and a multi‑phase capital plan intended to restore full production and training opportunities for residents.

Santa Clara County is on the brink of revolutionizing in-house meal production at Elmwood, promising significant savings and vocational training opportunities, but essential repairs and staffing are crucial to make it happen.

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County reports improved access and expanded psychiatric services in custody health Custody Health Services reported improved access to care — initial 14‑day visits rose from ~50% to above 80% — and described integration of medical services into the acute psychiatric unit, expanded psychiatric coverage and increased structured programming for special management units.

Santa Clara County's Custody Health Services is revolutionizing care with a significant boost in timely medical access, now reaching over 80% of patients within 14 days!

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#SantaClaraCounty #CA #MentalHealth #PublicSafety #CitizenPortal

DFCS reports progress on child-welfare corrective action plan as public commenters renew abuse allegations The Department of Family and Children Services told the committee it has 61% of 75 corrective-action items signed off by the California Department of Social Services and has reached sustained safety-plan compliance; several public commenters alleged the county has failed to respond to child sexual abuse reports and asked for screenings.

The DFCS claims significant progress in its child-welfare corrective action plan, but public commenters are raising serious concerns about unaddressed allegations of abuse.

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#SantaClaraCounty #CA #SafetyCompliance #CommunitySupport #ChildWelfare #SantaClaraCountyChildren

Santa Clara County committee forwards Human Rights Commission reparations recommendation to full Board The Children, Seniors and Families Committee voted Jan. 22 to receive and forward a reparations resolution from the Human Rights Commission to the Board of Supervisors after public testimony urging expedited action and commissioners' endorsement.

A pivotal moment in Santa Clara County as the committee takes a bold step toward reparations, pushing the conversation forward for systemic change and equity.

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County outlines diversion and transitional rent rollout as housing bottleneck slows treatment placements Behavioral Health Services told supervisors that managed‑care transitional rent benefits (effective Jan. 1, 2026 via Santa Clara Family Health Plan) are beginning operations to support housing for justice‑involved clients, but staff said payments and referral processes must be finalized and many clients still await placements.

Santa Clara County is making strides in behavioral health, but a critical housing shortage leaves many clients trapped in limbo, waiting for the treatment they desperately need.

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