County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors April 28, 2026 9:30 a.m.

The County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors held a meeting on April 28, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including public health, transportation, and community services. Significant procurement-related discussions focused on the presentation and acceptance of a preliminary feasibility study to implement full-scale community health worker and promotora programs in East San Jose and South County. The board discussed funding strategies, emphasizing the need for a blended funding approach involving managed care plans, grants, and local dollars to sustain these programs. A motion was passed to accept the report and direct administration to coordinate presentations with medical managed care plans to explore investment options and to consider a fiscal sponsorship hub to support community health workers. Additionally, the board received a report from the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) on a local investment plan related to a regional sales tax measure, with discussions on transit funding priorities and a motion to receive the report. The board also deliberated on the continuation of the Smart Pass transit subsidy program for county employees, ultimately deciding to explore alternative cost structures with VTA and analyze other commuter benefit options before making a final decision. Other agenda items included updates on behavioral health services, state and federal advocacy efforts, and community violence prevention strategies. Several motions were passed related to budget prioritization, program funding, and policy requests, reflecting a focus on sustaining and enhancing county services amid fiscal challenges.