County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors September 15, 2026 9 30 a m

The County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 15, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including homelessness, child care, mental health, community violence prevention, and legislative updates. Key procurement-related discussions included the endorsement of the 2026-2030 Community Plan to End Homelessness, which outlined goals and funding challenges, and the approval of funding for affordable housing projects using Measure A funds. The board also discussed the development and implementation of a Child Care Blueprint aimed at expanding access to affordable, high-quality child care, with emphasis on workforce readiness and facility expansion. Additionally, the board addressed youth behavioral health services, including a referral to report on school districts' implementation of fee schedules for outpatient behavioral health. The Community Violence Prevention initiative was reviewed, with plans for renaming the division and establishing regular reporting. Legislative affairs updates highlighted state and federal bills relevant to county priorities. Several motions were passed to approve reports, endorse plans, and direct staff to continue work on these initiatives, with an emphasis on collaboration, data-driven strategies, and securing funding. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed in the transcript, but budget allocations and program funding were central themes.