San Benito County Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting - 4/14/2026

The San Benito County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on April 14, 2026, covering a range of topics including proclamations for National Library Week and Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month, presentations on water awareness and conservation rebates, and updates on animal control services. Significant procurement-related discussions focused on several annexations into the Community Facilities District (CFD) 2018-1, involving residential developments with associated fiscal impact fees. Board members debated the adequacy of current CFD fees and the potential shift toward Homeowners Associations (HOAs) for managing certain services, emphasizing the need to update fee structures and consider moratoriums on new annexations until fees are revised. The board also received an informational presentation on Assembly Bill 1548, proposing the creation of the Monterey Bay Area Stewardship Authority to secure funding for regional land stewardship and conservation efforts. Additionally, the board approved the final map for San Juan Oaks Phase 5, confirming compliance with the development agreement and progress on public park amenities. The meeting included an audit committee update presenting the county's annual comprehensive financial report and single audit report for fiscal year 2024-25, highlighting a clean audit opinion and ongoing improvements in financial reporting and internal controls. Motions to approve proclamations, annexations, and audit reports were passed unanimously, reflecting active governance on procurement, budget, and capital improvement matters.