County of Santa Clara Public Safety and Justice Committee June 11, 2026

The County of Santa Clara Public Safety and Justice Committee meeting on June 11, 2026, focused extensively on criminal justice reform, bail reform, and community-based violence prevention efforts. Key procurement-related discussions included the administration of $11 million in service contracts awarded through an RFP process to community partners providing domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking support services. The committee discussed contract management, including monthly invoicing, reporting, and amendments to ensure uninterrupted services despite budget reductions of about 10%. Additionally, the meeting covered the establishment of a new Justice Services and Support Department (JSSD) aimed at consolidating violence prevention and alternatives to incarceration programs, with emphasis on investing resources directly into community-based organizations. The committee approved motions to receive reports on bail reform impacts and program evaluations, and emphasized ongoing stakeholder engagement and data-driven contract performance measurement. No new contract awards or vendor selections were announced, but the meeting highlighted policy and budget considerations that will influence future procurement and funding allocations in public safety and justice services.