Public Meetings - Alameda County, California

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors convened its regular meeting. The agenda and transcript identify the meeting date as Tuesday, October 20, 2026, while the official meeting metadata used for this summary records it as October 21, 2026; this discrepancy is noted rather than resolved. Vice President Supervisor Tam presided, with Supervisors Miley and Fortunato Bas present. Supervisor Marquez was initially excused and arrived during closed session at 11:30 AM; President Haubert was excused. The board approved the consent calendar, a mass motion covering items 2-22 and 26-48, and three salary and benefit ordinance items (23, 24, and 25), and adjourned in memory of three community members. All votes were 4-0, with President Haubert excused. Board Remarks - Supervisor Fortunato Bas shared a statement from ACILEP (Alameda County Immigrant Legal and Education Partnership) condemning the violent manner of two ICE arrests of Alameda County residents the prior weekend - one Friday afternoon in Emeryville and one near San Antonio Park in Oakland. Both individuals were injured and hospitalized and have requested privacy. She stated that, according to Alameda Health System, the county's ICE-free zones policy was not violated, ICE had a legal warrant, and county spaces were not used for staging; she encouraged reporting unwarranted ICE activity to the Attorney General. She also reported on the October 8 Alameda County Together for All ad hoc committee meeting, which included an update from the Alameda County Food Sovereignty Roundtable and an Electronic Frontier Foundation presentation on network surveillance, and urged protections for privacy and civil liberties. - Supervisor Tam reported that her office's emergency preparedness event in Alameda registered more than 400 residents, distributed over 200 emergency backpacks, and featured more than 20 community organizations and resource booths, ahead of the governor's state of emergency declaration related to upcoming El Niño storms. - Supervisor Miley marked the anniversary of the Oakland Hills Firestorm, recalling 25 lives lost and 3,000 homes destroyed, and stressed the need for continued vigilance on disaster preparedness and recovery. Closed Session The board recessed into closed session for conferences on labor negotiations; potential litigation (initiation of five cases and significant exposure in four cases); existing litigation, including Esther Goolsby et al. v. County of Alameda (Case No. 21cv002126) and Lavender v. County of Alameda (Case No. 24cv071750); and real property negotiations regarding the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum and Arena Complex with Oakland Acquisition Company, LLC, Coliseum Way Partners, LLC, and the City of Oakland. County Counsel reported no reportable action taken in closed session upon reconvening. Supervisor Marquez noted for the record that she arrived at closed session at 11:30 AM. Consent Calendar - The board unanimously approved the consent calendar (items 49-50): approval of minutes from the special meetings of June 10, 2025 and October 28, 2025 and the regular meeting of October 6, 2026; and acceptance of the resignation of Mia Cooper Kahn from the Alameda County Behavioral Health Advisory Board. Public Comments & Testimony - On closed-session items, Samuel Raimi spoke about the housing crisis, urging that housing be built, and made critical remarks about county corruption. - On agenda items, Simeu (Samuel) Raimi, with the homeless union, said homelessness 'is getting worse' and called for continued struggle for change. - Brittany Frederickson, spouse of an Alameda County deputy sheriff at the Coroner's Bureau currently serving on active duty, expressed support for extending military leave benefits under item 25 to include Operation Epic Fury and Operation Project Freedom, but argued that the outdated 2001 language governing how benefits are calculated undermines that intent. She stated the county treats temporary, non-taxable military allowances such as basic allowance for housing and hazard pay as base salary, which strips away supplemental pay and health care benefits; noted that under the current policy her family would retain county benefits only if they vacated their home and relocated to a military installation; stated neighboring counties including San Francisco and Contra Costa already exclude these allowances; and argued the policy harms deputy retention and morale. She also noted her husband has recruited more than 60 local soldiers to work for Alameda County. - On non-agenda items, Jorge KJ Hernandez spoke in memory of Mac Kenneth Frasier (known as Lawrence), a longtime presence outside the County Administration Building who recently passed away, reading a statement from his family and noting a small memorial attended by county employees the prior Wednesday. Discussion Items The mass motion (items 2-22 and 26-48), which also included items considered in the board's capacity as the Board of Directors of the Alameda County Fire Department and the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, was moved by Supervisor Marquez and seconded by Supervisor Miley. Questions and comments preceded the vote: - Item 4 (contract amendment with Streamline Healthcare Solutions, LLC for the SmartCare Platform): Supervisor Marquez asked about employee and community-based organization (CBO) training during the transition from SmartCare to Epic. Alameda County Health Director Zanika Chowdhury responded that the Epic kickoff occurred a couple of months ago, with layered training and certification, including Epic University, virtual and on-site options, and dedicated in-house trainers; CBOs will receive required training and have designated county contacts. Go-live is planned for July 2027, with public health, behavioral health, and the Sheriff's Office going live together because a phased approach costs more. The timeline is tied to the Sheriff's Office RFP for the Santa Rita jail health provider, which GSA confirmed is posted on its procurement landing page. The amendment extends the contract term through 9/30/29 and increases the amount by $3,493,709, from $6,397,347 to $9,891,056. - Item 12 ($100,000 California Office of Traffic Safety grant to the Public Health Department Nutrition Services Program): Supervisor Miley, stating he was not opposed to the item, requested West Oakland crash and injury statistics and asked about similar grant opportunities for unincorporated communities. Staff stated the data was not immediately available and committed to follow up on the data and to reach back to the Office of Traffic Safety about other opportunities. Miley requested pedestrian and bike safety data for West Oakland, the unincorporated area, and other parts of the county. - Item 46 (behavioral health services agreement with Restoration Family Counseling Center, Inc. for the Fire Department, $99,082): Fire Chief McDonald explained the county's relationship with the provider since 2024, when it provided emergency counseling after firefighters were burned in a significant fire, and stated the extension maintains continuity with mental health professionals skilled in working with public safety personnel. He confirmed utilization is tracked and the department intends to run an RFP for services next year. Supervisor Marquez expressed support for the services and referenced the recent line-of-duty death of Hayward firefighter Travis Foster, urging personnel to use available behavioral health supports. Items 47 and 48 (San Leandro Training Facility demolition and the Ward Creek Cooperative Agreement with the City of Hayward) drew no separate discussion. Ordinances - Item 23 - Second reading, waived: The board unanimously adopted Salary Ordinance amendments increasing salaries by 5% effective 10/11/26 for classifications represented by the Deputy Sheriffs' Association of Alameda County (DSA), the Alameda County Management Employees Association (ACMEA) Sheriff's Sworn Unit, ACMEA Units R51 and R53, and ACMEA General Government Unit R48, and for related unrepresented classifications including Deputy Sheriff - Services-As-Needed, Sheriff's Sworn Executive Management, and District Attorney's Office classifications; and increasing from six to twelve the number of Deputy District Attorneys eligible for an additional 2.5% of base pay when assigned Team Leader functions, effective 10/25/26. The item was continued from the October 6, 2026 meeting. - Item 24 - First reading, waived: The board unanimously introduced the FY 2026-2027 County of Alameda Salary Ordinance. - Item 25 - First reading, waived: The board unanimously introduced Ordinance and Administrative Code amendments to (A) extend Military Time Bank Program eligibility to include Operation Epic Fury and Operation Project Freedom; (B) increase the County Allowance to $3,700 effective Plan Year 2027 for unrepresented M-designated classifications; and (C) increase the dental maximum to $2,000 effective Plan Year 2027 for unrepresented M-designated classifications. Key Outcomes - All votes were 4-0 (Supervisors Marquez, Miley, Fortunato Bas, and Tam voting aye; President Haubert excused). - The consent calendar (items 49-50) and the mass motion (items 2-22 and 26-48) were approved unanimously; out-of-state travel items (51-56) were listed for information only. - Item 23 was adopted on second reading; items 24 and 25 were introduced on first reading; all three passed unanimously with the full readings waived. - No reportable action was taken in closed session. - The board adjourned in memory of Mac Kenneth Frasier (known as Lawrence), a former administrative mayor of Newark, New Jersey, and Fremont High School teacher who was a longtime presence outside the administration building; Lois Pryor, an Alameda civil rights and fair housing advocate who died at age 96; and Kathy Jin, who coordinated the children's program at the Lincoln Square Recreation Center in Oakland's Chinatown and supported Chinatown residents during COVID-19. Supervisor Tam noted that Asian Health Services and Lincoln Explorer parents have stepped up to offer grief counseling.

The Alameda County Elections Commission met on October 19, 2026, at 4:01 p.m. at 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, and via teleconference. The meeting covered updates on the November 3, 2026 general election, ad hoc committee reports on voting participation, youth participation, budgeting, and rules, as well as public comments on San Leandro elections, a monthly ROV update, and decisions on a December meeting and election observation notifications. Note: The agenda and transcript indicate the meeting occurred on October 15, 2026, but the provided instructions specify October 19, 2026; this summary uses the instructed date. Consent Calendar - August 27, 2026 Minutes: Approved 5-0 with two abstentions. - September 17, 2026 Minutes: Approved 6-0 (September meeting adjourned early due to lack of quorum; minutes reflect only roll call and adjournment). Public Comments & Testimony - Tom Silva (San Leandro resident): Expressed appreciation for the ROV update on San Leandro elections but requested additional clarity on how votes from the six council districts would be processed and reported. He urged the ROV and city to release FAQs to reduce community uncertainty. - Lee Thomas (San Leandro City Council candidate, District 3): Called for transparent communication between the county, city, and candidates, emphasizing the need for consistent information to ensure a fair election for contested races. Discussion Items Monthly Update from Registrar of Voters (ROV) - Interim Registrar Cynthia Cornejo reported that as of October 15 (E-19), the ROV had mailed all ballots and voter guides for the November 3 general election. 20 vote centers opened October 24, with 100 total opening October 31. Approximately 24,000 ballots had been returned. She outlined voter security protocols, including coordination with local law enforcement, de-escalation training for poll workers, and a help desk for vote centers. The ROV has sent birthday cards to newly eligible pre-registered youth voters. There are 28 local ballot measures, 14 state propositions, 216 candidate statements, and 268 ballot variations in 5 languages. Ad Hoc Committee Reports - Voting Participation (7-A(1)): Commissioner Seabrook reported the committee’s recommendation to request the ROV develop a pilot voter registration and civic engagement initiative in Oakland District 7 west of I-580, leveraging trusted community-based organizations. The motion, as amended, passed (8-2: Commissioners Butter and Wagner dissenting). The amendment added collaboration with the Elections Commission and explicit mention of engaging AAPI and Latino communities. - Youth Participation (7-A(2)): The committee did not meet. Commissioners discussed whether the ad hoc committee should continue or be replaced by a standing agenda item for youth voting updates. No action taken. - Budgeting for Elections (7-A(3)): Commissioner Wagner presented the committee’s recommendation to revise RCV cost accounting: not to treat ballot production costs (printing, stuffing, transport, mailing) as RCV-related, with changes effective July 1, 2027. The motion passed unanimously. The committee will also continue studying costs for jurisdictions with more than four ballot measures. - Rules and Procedures (7-A(4)): President Dieter reported the committee completed its task. A motion to disband the committee passed unanimously. Regular Agenda Items - Post-election Assessment for August Election (8-A): Commissioners offered feedback on the August 18 special election (CD 14). The ROV was praised for adding “partially reported” to results. It was decided to combine any assessment with the November election post-election assessment. - Scheduling a December Meeting (8-B): A motion not to meet in December (citing lack of quorum risk and staff burden) passed 7-3 (Commissioners Belcher, Butter, and Wagner dissenting). County Counsel noted the ordinance requires at least 10 meetings per year; the commission had cancelled two meetings in 2026. - Notifications on Observation of Election Processing (8-C): The commission decided to keep its standing recommendation for incremental improvements, after hearing that processes can occur 10–12 times per day. Commissioners suggested improving the alert wording and user experience for observers. Special Report from ROV – Staff Roles - Registrar Cornejo reviewed the organizational chart and responsibilities of ROV staff, including division managers for Voter Services, Administration, Election Services, and Data Services. She committed to having division managers present at future meetings. Key Outcomes - Approved August and September meeting minutes. - Approved motion to request ROV develop a pilot voter registration and civic engagement initiative in Oakland District 7 west of I-580 (8-2). - Approved motion to revise RCV cost accounting and continue studying ballot measure costs (unanimous). - Approved disbanding the Rules and Procedures Ad Hoc Committee (unanimous). - Voted not to hold a December 2026 meeting (7-3). - Decided to keep the standing recommendation on election observation notifications. - Noted that the September meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum; the commission will have 10 meetings in 2026 if the November and January meetings proceed.

The Eden Area Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) met on October 15, 2026, with Chair Warren Cushman presiding. Councilmembers Elizabeth Stanley, Diane Wydler, Taylor Aston-Nielsen, and Ray Marumahoko were present, with Megan Roehl excused. The meeting included presentations and actions on a bicycle and pedestrian master plan update, a ministerial review for affordable senior housing, a conditional use permit for a fast-food restaurant, adoption of the Bay Fair Community-Based Transportation Plan (CBTP), and approval of 2026 and 2027 meeting schedules. Chair Cushman also announced his appointment to the San Lorenzo Unified Consolidation Committee. Public Comments & Testimony - Fire Department: Announced sandbag availability at county maintenance yards and Fire Station 6 for the El Niño season. - Bruce King, Friends of San Lorenzo Creek: Publicized the San Lorenzo Creekway Trail design workshops. Expressed concern about updated flood control modeling showing increased flood risk in San Lorenzo and Cherryland, and requested the Council invite the flood control district for a presentation. - Randy Wage: Expressed support for the Creekway Trail and the Lorenzo Theater restoration. Announced the Halloween parade. - Officer Pat, CHP: Reported 7 DUI arrests and 80 citations during a recent maximum enforcement period. Detailed ongoing traffic complaints for stop sign violations. - Vicky Vivelden, Sandra Frost, Lindsay Wright (Empowering Families of Ashland): Opposed the loss of the La Huerta community garden to fire station expansion. Described the garden as a vital therapeutic sanctuary for neurodivergent children, a food sovereignty resource, and a green lung for the concrete-heavy neighborhood. Requested the Council visit the site and advocate for a replacement garden if relocation is necessary. - Rachel Osajima, Alameda County Arts Commission: Announced the permanent removal of a repeatedly vandalized utility box art wrap on Hesperian Blvd. - Keith Barrows: Opposed the recent speed limit increase on Grant Avenue through three school zones, characterizing it as a fatal mistake. - Alvaro Ramos, San Leandro Resident: Advocated for prioritization of transit-oriented improvements on Hesperian and East 14th Street, including bus lanes. Recommended closing a segment of Bayfair Drive and using biodiversity-friendly lighting. - Gina Rose (on Wittenberg Manor III): Supported senior affordable housing but questioned the parking allocation of 10 car spaces for 38 senior units relative to 38 bicycle spaces. - Amelia Kirkpatrick (on El Pollo Loco): Expressed concern over air pollutants (VOCs, particulates) from the grilling operation near a dry cleaner and car wash. - Emily Panico (on El Pollo Loco): Questioned traffic mitigation plans for the congested Bachman and Hesperian intersection. - Victor Gonzalez (on Bay Fair CBTP): Requested parking restrictions on Liberty Street and infrastructure improvements to address safety concerns from trucks and missing sidewalks. Discussion Items - Alameda County Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Master Plan Update (Informational): Staff presented an update to the 2019 plan for unincorporated areas. Presenters noted the Eden area accounts for 50% of countywide crashes, concentrated on Hesperian and Meekland. Councilmembers requested robust ADA integration, community advisory committees, improved lighting, and coordination with concurrent projects like the East Bay Greenway. Public comment focused on the Grant Avenue speed limit and the need for bus lanes. - PLN2026-00085: Wittenberg Manor III – Ministerial Development Review (Informational): Staff reviewed a 5-story, 38-unit 100% affordable senior housing project at 705 Bartlett Ave. Councilmembers were broadly supportive of the housing need, though Diane Wydler expressed concern over the building height (5 stories) and parking ratio (10 car spaces for 38 units). Taylor Aston-Nielsen noted the project exceeds minimum requirements and features substantial greenery. Warren Cushman stated the project meets a critical community need for senior housing. No action was taken by the Council, as the decision rests with the Planning Director. - PLN2026-00111: El Pollo Loco – Conditional Use Permit & Site Development Review (Action): Staff reviewed the proposal to demolish a bank and burger stand for a new 2,330 sq ft El Pollo Loco with drive-in at 18499 Hesperian Blvd. Councilmembers debated the balance of filling vacant lots with a fast-food use against neighborhood concerns (traffic, noise, privacy). Taylor Aston-Nielsen led a motion to recommend approval, amended to include conditions for delivery/trash pickup blackout times to protect nearby residents and enhanced hedging/trees for air quality and privacy. Diane Wydler expressed mixed feelings but ultimately supported the motion. The motion passed 5-0. - Bay Fair Community-Based Transportation Plan (CBTP) – Action: Council received the draft plan, a joint County/San Leandro effort focused on underserved communities near Bayfair BART. The approved plan includes seven categories of recommendations. Councilmember Ray Marumahoko requested that staff consult the Sheriff's Department and CHP on the safety and ambassador program elements. The Council voted 5-0 to forward the plan to the Board of Supervisors with a recommendation for adoption. - Meeting Schedules (2026 & 2027): The Council approved moving the November 2026 meeting to Thursday, November 12, 2026, to avoid a conflict with Veterans Day. The 2027 schedule (second Tuesday of each month) was approved. Both passed 5-0. Key Outcomes - El Pollo Loco (PLN2026-00111): Voted 5-0 to recommend approval with conditions for delivery/trash blackout times and enhanced landscaping. - Bay Fair CBTP: Voted 5-0 to recommend adoption to the Board of Supervisors. - 2026 & 2027 Meeting Schedules: Approved unanimously. The November 2026 meeting was rescheduled to Thursday, November 12, 2026. - Consent Calendar: Minutes for September 8, 2026, approved unanimously.

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors held a Planning Meeting on October 12, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Oakland. President Haubert was excused for the entire meeting; Supervisor Fortunato Bas was excused at the start but returned after closed session. A quorum was present. The meeting included approval of prior minutes, consent calendar items, a public hearing on a tobacco retailer license appeal, approval of Sunol community signage funding, an informational update on affordable housing production policies, and adoption of a resolution for a Prohousing Designation application. Consent Calendar - Item 4 (Approval of Assessment Liens): Approved unanimously. No public comments. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 5 (Tobacco Retailer Appeal): Six members of the public spoke in support of revoking the license. Marcia Lopez (San Lorenzo organization) stated that removing products after a notice does not erase the violation. Sandra Archuletta argued four violations show unwillingness to comply; a license is a privilege. Oscar G. (SLAM member) said violations would likely continue if not caught. Douglas Perez Baltrons (Chabot College student, Hayward resident) cited repeated violations and the impact on youth. Nancy Respaldiza (SLAM member) emphasized that public trust requires consistent compliance. An additional speaker, Alfonso Flores (county inspector), provided details on the fourth violation found during a joint task force inspection. No public comments were made on Items 6, 7, or 8. Discussion Items - Item 5 – Appeal of 5 Star Smoke Shop License Revocation: Staff presented the history of four violations (Nov. 2020, June 2021, June 2025, Sept. 2025) for selling flavored tobacco and electronic smoking devices. The West County Board of Zoning Adjustments had upheld revocation and $1,268 in fines. The appellant, Sulaiman Hamoud Ahmed, spoke in Arabic, but interpretation was not available; the Board could not understand his remarks. After discussion, the Board continued the hearing to December 10, 2026, to allow time for Arabic interpretation. The County Counsel confirmed no reportable action from closed session. - Item 6 – Sunol Wayfinding Signs Funding: Staff recommended approval of $29,000 from the Sunol Community Improvement Fund for three new signs and installation of a fourth. The Sunol Citizens Advisory Council had approved the request on July 15, 2026. The Board voted unanimously to approve. - Item 7 – Affordable Housing Production Policies Update (Inclusionary Zoning & Ministerial Approval): Staff presented a draft financial feasibility study. Key points: Alameda County has underbuilt affordable housing for decades; current market rents in unincorporated areas are close to affordable levels for moderate incomes. Recommended direction: require inclusionary zoning for projects of 11+ units, phase in rental requirements, prioritize deeper affordability (50-60% AMI for rentals, 80-100% for ownership), and offer ministerial approval as an incentive. The Board expressed support and requested the draft ordinance return by early 2027. Supervisor Miley raised concerns about Fairview's rural character; staff noted that 11+ unit developments are rare there. No vote was taken; the item was informational. - Item 8 – Prohousing Designation Application: Staff recommended adopting a resolution to apply for the California Prohousing Designation Program, which provides grant funding and priority for state housing funds, including HHAP. The application had been posted for a 30-day comment period ending October 14, 2026. The Board approved the resolution unanimously, authorizing the Community Development Agency Director to make non-substantive changes. Supervisor Tam noted that six Alameda County cities (Alameda, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, Hayward, San Leandro) already hold the designation; only Sonoma County has it among Bay Area counties. The Board requested a status update by December. Key Outcomes - Item 5: Hearing continued to December 10, 2026; Arabic interpretation to be arranged. - Item 6: Approved unanimously (4-0, with Haubert excused). - Item 7: No formal action; Board provided feedback for further staff work. - Item 8: Adopted resolution authorizing Prohousing Designation application (4-0).

Note: The agenda and meeting transcript reference October 8, 2026, but the provided timestamp is October 9, 2026 20:15 UTC. This summary uses the given date as instructed. The meeting, chaired by Supervisor Nikki Fortunato Bas, focused on the Hunger Action Month Proclamation and a one-year update on the Food Sovereignty Roundtable, followed by a presentation on networked surveillance and county leadership by Sarah Hamid of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF). A third agenda item on surveillance ecosystems was postponed to November 5, 2026. Public comments addressed both agenda items and non-agenda matters. Consent Calendar - No consent calendar items were listed. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 1 (Food Sovereignty): Multiple speakers expressed support for the Food Sovereignty Roundtable and the county's $50 million investment (Measure W). Speakers included Chiamaka Ogwebu (Alameda County Office of Education), Maria Alderetti (Community Kitchens), Katie Greenwald (Berkeley Food Network), Alma Zideko (Global Communication Education and Art, African Resource Center), and Kendall (Feed Black Futures). They highlighted the importance of community partnerships, the need to address chronic food insecurity (noting it can shorten life by 17 years), and the call for direct funding to marginalized farmers and organizations serving immigrants and seniors. - Item 2 (Surveillance): Blanca (Tubu, representing ACODE and ACCORD coalitions) and Itlali (Trabajadores Unidos Workers United) urged the committee to end mass surveillance systems like Flock and ALPRs, stating they threaten communities and undermine sanctuary protections. They also requested that the board hold off on putting Act for Our Coalition funding into an RFP until after the current administration, as an RFP would disrupt ongoing support work. - Non-Agenda: Zoe Polk (Executive Director, East Bay Community Law Center) thanked the board for a nine-month extension for ACODE/ACCORD funding and requested unconditional renewal without an RFP process, citing the coalition's service to 771 county residents (257% of target) and the growing need due to potential immigration enforcement. Discussion Items - Item 1: Hunger Action Month Proclamation & One-Year Update of the Food Sovereignty Roundtable - Aliza Kazmi (Director of Community Partnerships, Office of Supervisor Fortunato Bas) framed the work: the board secured over $50 million over three fiscal years, with $3.6 million for neighborhood-based food systems. Data from June 2026 showed 3,700+ refugees and asylees lost CalFresh benefits; 23,000 people (later reduced to 12,000 due to state system improvements) were subject to ABOD work requirements; and 1,782 fewer children under 6 received CalFresh since July 2025 (an 8% decline). - Antoinette Burns (Social Services Agency) reported that the ABOD-exempt population dropped from 23,000 to 12,000 as of September 2026, with 26% elderly (ages 60–64) and 22% unhoused. She outlined efforts including a voluntary CalFresh Employment and Training Program, a workfare program starting January 1, 2027, and partnerships with philanthropic groups (Tipping Point, Aurora Health Group) for technology automation. A town hall meeting and marketing materials (bus shelter ads, billboards) are in development. - Tunisha Owens (Alameda County Community Food Bank) reported that Measure W funds supported 350,000 prepared meals for unhoused neighbors as of September 30, 2026 (nearly 5,000 meals per month). The RFP for Market Match, food recovery, and food resilience grants closed October 1 with 81 applications; awards are expected by December 2026. - Jeffrey Ja Wong (City of Oakland) described SB 1383-driven investments in city-owned commercial kitchens ($200,000 committed) and participation in the Roundtable's procurement and production working group to expand land access for urban growers. - Ali Anderson (Feed Black Futures) shared a story of a client who transitioned from food recipient to catering business owner, and called for direct funding to community organizations and protection of SNAP for formerly incarcerated people. - Linda Leu (TCV Food Bank) noted the closure of a 50-year-old food distribution site in Hayward and the need for collaborative solutions. - Elaine Smith (Farms to Grow) emphasized food production support for hyperlocal BIPOC farmers and submitted an RFP for technical assistance and heritage garden programs. - Supervisor Márquez thanked the group, highlighted geographic representation, and asked about the RFP review process. Tunisha Owens confirmed awards by December, with a review process running through October and November, and flexibility for applicants to update proposals. - Item 2: The Era of Networked Surveillance & County Leadership - Sarah Hamid (EFF) presented on automated license plate readers (ALPRs) and the growth of mass surveillance networks. Key points: ALPRs capture 99.99% of data unrelated to public safety; data leaves local systems via front, side, and backdoor pathways (e.g., 4,000+ federal lookups by local police); Flock Safety has raised $1 billion and is valued at $8.3 billion, with a business model dependent on network effects. Hamid argued that surveillance purchasing is not inevitable and outlined a co-governance framework (map, build, case, force, hold). She noted that Alameda County purchased surveillance piecemeal (e.g., 2015 stingray policy, 2023 Flock piggyback contract, June 2026 Flock consolidation for $2.4 million). The next major decision is the Axon body camera renewal (contract ends August 2027), which could expand from 6 to 16 products. She recommended ending ALPR network sharing rather than relying on guardrails, citing failed policies (e.g., Austin's 7-day retention policy circumvented by CSV exports). - Supervisor Márquez asked about mission/function creep; Hamid explained how data collected for narrow purposes (e.g., auto theft) is later repurposed for immigration enforcement or consumer profiling. - Supervisor Fortunato Bas noted the usefulness of the information and the need to further explore the county's aggregated surveillance network. Key Outcomes - Food Sovereignty Roundtable: The committee accepted the one-year update. The Hunger Action Month Proclamation was recognized (adopted by the board earlier in September 2026). No formal vote was taken during this meeting. - Surveillance Presentation: No immediate action or vote; the committee heard the informational item and will continue discussions at future meetings. The postponed item on surveillance ecosystems will be taken up on November 5, 2026. - Public Comments (Non-Agenda): No board response to the request for unconditional renewal of ACODE/ACCORD funding; the issue may be brought to a full board meeting. - Next Meeting: Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.

The PAL Committee convened to receive federal and state legislative updates and to consider recommended positions on several November 2026 ballot propositions and a regional transportation measure. After public testimony and committee discussion, the committee voted on support/oppose positions for Propositions 1, 40, 43, and the Regional Transportation Measure, and advanced Proposition 44 to the full Board without a recommendation. Federal Legislative Update - Emily DeSilva and Curtis Erdman of the Picard Group reported that Congress is largely adjourned ahead of the midterms. The White House announced a pocket rescission of $810 million in unspent FY26 funds, including $567 million from HHS Office of Refugee Resettlement. The move is deemed unlawful by Senate appropriations leaders, and Congress may address it in the next continuing resolution. The Office of Management and Budget’s proposed changes (CFR 200) were delayed in the CR through December 11. Senate will hold a procedural vote on the Ratepayer Protection Act. State Legislative Update - Amy Costa of Full Moon Strategies reported that Governor has until September 30 to act on bills. He signed SB 1400 on AHS governance. The Governor declared a state of emergency for El Niño preparedness. California is linking its cap-and-trade market with Washington state. 14 statewide ballot measures are on the November ballot, and the incoming governor will have a compressed timeline for the FY27 budget due to revenue impacts from several measures. Public Comments & Testimony - Tony Panetta (Chief Impact Officer, Alameda Health Consortium) supported opposing Proposition 44, warning of disproportionate harm to Alameda County’s FQHCs due to HR1 and compounding effects. - Doug Jones (SEIU UHW) supported Proposition 40, noting growing union support (California Federation of Teachers, UTLA). Regarding Proposition 44, he argued the initiative would not reduce clinic services and urged a neutral position. - Declan Walsh (SEIU UHW policy analyst) offered corrections to the legislative position request form for Proposition 44, stating that clinics can apply for waivers, penalties are reimbursable, and county costs are none. He disputed the $1.7 billion figure as from an opposition-funded study. - Araf Aziz (California Primary Care Association) opposed Proposition 44, citing opposition from 300+ organizations and a $1.7 billion first-year cost to health centers. He argued Form 990s are unreliable for setting mission-spend ratios. - Meg Stern (East Bay Leadership Council) opposed Proposition 44, warning it could force clinic closures and increase hospital burden. - Joe Greaves (Alameda Contra Costa Medical Association) opposed Proposition 44, calling it ill-conceived. Later, he opposed Proposition 40, saying it is a one-time fix that could harm state revenues and was developed without broader healthcare coalition input. - Araf Aziz (CPCA) also opposed Proposition 40, citing temporary nature and potential to reduce general fund revenue without guaranteeing funds reach clinics. Discussion Items Proposition 1: Veterans and Affordable Housing Bond Act of 2026 - Supervisor Fortunato Bas recommended support. The measure would authorize $11.25 billion in general obligation bonds to preserve 5,500 affordable homes and assist 40,000 households with home purchases. Alameda County Health and Housing agencies support it. The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) also supports. - Motion to support passed unanimously (Supervisors Fortunato Bas and Tam voting aye). Proposition 40: One-Time Wealth Tax (Billionaire Tax Act of 2026) - Supervisor Fortunato Bas recommended support as a response to HR1 cuts. She cited county data: 120,000 expected Medi-Cal losses, $250 million safety net loss, 15,000 CalFresh losses. The tax is one-time, up to 5% on assets over $1 billion, with 90% for healthcare and 10% for food assistance/education. - Public comment: Doug Jones (SEIU UHW) argued opposition from CTA is crumbling and that labor supports. Joe Greaves (ACCMA) opposed, citing one-time nature and lack of coalition. Araf Aziz (CPCA) opposed, stating it lacks sustainable funding and does not guarantee funds to clinics. - Supervisor Tam seconded the motion, acknowledging it is a short-term fix. Motion passed unanimously. Proposition 43: Two-Thirds Vote for Local Special Taxes - Supervisor Fortunato Bas recommended oppose. The measure would require a two-thirds vote for voter-initiated special taxes and prohibit new local ad valorem property taxes. She argued it threatens local decision-making, citing Measure C and Measure B. AC Health and CSAC oppose. - Motion to oppose passed unanimously. Proposition 44: Clinic Funding Accountability and Transparency Act - Supervisor Fortunato Bas recommended oppose. She stated that if applied to Alameda County FQHCs, based on UHW-provided Form 990 data, penalties would total $75 million over two years, potentially closing clinics. She cited specific figures: Davis Street $455k, Burst of Vasquez $8M, Asian Health Services $13.9M, La Clinica $2.2M (2025). The measure would also create state enforcement costs. - Supervisor Tam noted she appreciated the information but mentioned support from California Labor Federation and Alameda Labor Council. She preferred to advance to full Board without a recommendation. - Motion to advance with an oppose position failed for lack of a second. The committee agreed to advance Proposition 44 to the full Board without a recommended position. Regional Transportation Measure (RTM) - Supervisor Fortunato Bas recommended support. RTM is a 14-year half-cent sales tax in five Bay Area counties, raising $980M–$1B annually for transit operations. Failure could mean AC Transit route cuts, BART frequency reductions, station closures at 9 PM, and up to 15 station closures. - Motion to support passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - Proposition 1: Supported unanimously. To be sent to full Board with recommendation to support. - Proposition 40: Supported unanimously. To be sent to full Board with recommendation to support. - Proposition 43: Opposed unanimously. To be sent to full Board with recommendation to oppose. - Proposition 44: No committee recommendation. To be sent to full Board without a position. - Regional Transportation Measure: Supported unanimously. To be sent to full Board with recommendation to support. - No further public comments on non-agenda items. Meeting adjourned.

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors convened a regular meeting on October 7, 2026, in the Supervisors' Chambers at the County Administration Building, 1221 Oak Street, Oakland. (Note: the agenda and transcript identify the meeting as Tuesday, October 6, 2026; the October 7 date follows the meeting record provided for this summary.) President David Haubert (District 1) presided; Supervisors Elisa Márquez (District 2), Lena Tam (District 3), Nate Miley (District 4), and Nikki Fortunato Bas (District 5) participated, with a quorum present. The board first convened in closed session covering labor negotiations, potential and existing litigation, and real property negotiations for the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum and Arena Complex; County Counsel reported no reportable action. In open session, the board took public comment, approved the consent calendar and a mass motion covering 36 regular calendar items, adopted salary and traffic ordinances, and presented the 2026 Alameda County Arts Leadership Awards. Consent Calendar - Approved unanimously (items 43–49): meeting minutes of September 15, 22, and 29, 2026; a one-year, no-cost-increase extension of the Davis and Associates Communications, Inc. consultant contract ($1,787,617 total) for the Social Services Agency; amended Conflict of Interest Codes for First 5 Alameda County, the Alameda Local Agency Formation Commission, and StopWaste (Alameda County Waste Management Authority and Energy Council); PAL Committee legislative positions (support H.R. 8355/S. 5267; oppose the EEOC reporting-requirements removal; oppose AB 152; support Propositions 1 and 40; oppose Proposition 43; support the Regional Transportation Measure); and Anthony Crowell's appointment to the Measure X Bond Oversight Committee (term ending 10/6/30). Public Comments & Testimony - Closed-session items: Sumio Ramey offered remarks that were partially inaudible in the transcript, conveying concerns about food and housing insecurity and urging the community to plan for the future. - Agenda items (excluding set matters): Lee John Loggins, a committee engagement consultant and crisis responder assisting The Khadafy Foundation for Non-Violence, expressed support for agenda item 7 and the $20,000 Enhancing Vision 2036 Fund allocation to the Khadafy Foundation. He described the foundation's work assisting families with funeral and burial arrangements for loved ones lost to violence and other trauma, and asked supervisors to continue supporting all trauma victims. - Doug Jones, an Alameda County resident and political organizer with SEIU United Healthcare Workers, expressed support for item 48E, endorsing Proposition 40. He stated that the state budget would remove Medi-Cal coverage from over 3.4 million Californians starting January 1, disproportionately undocumented residents, and placed St. Rose Hospital at particular risk; noted that the county has contributed about $15 million to prevent Alameda Health System from cutting behavioral health services and 188 jobs; and argued that Proposition 40's one-time 5% wealth tax on the state's 200+ billionaires would generate approximately $100 billion over five years. He noted Santa Clara County has officially endorsed Proposition 40. - No public comment was received on the Arts Leadership Awards set matter or on items not on the agenda. Discussion Items - Supervisors' remarks: Supervisor Tam congratulated Supervisor Márquez on the Science in the Park event and promoted an October 17 emergency preparedness forum (10 a.m.–1:30 p.m., College of Alameda; free admission, emergency kits, lunch, and ice cream). Supervisor Márquez thanked event sponsors and partners, noted the event carries on the legacy of the late Supervisor Richard Valle, and requested adjournment in memory of Hayward firefighter Travis Foster. Supervisor Fortunato Bas recognized Filipino American History Month, thanked the Filipino Island Fest organizers and participants, and announced the October 8 Alameda County Together for All ad hoc committee meeting (one-year food sovereignty roundtable update; Electronic Frontier Foundation and Secure Justice speakers on surveillance, technology, and data sharing). President Haubert congratulated the Chayza NAMI Foundation on its 14th annual Taste of Africa event in Livermore. - Regular calendar timing: Supervisor Márquez noted that the agenda now lists the regular calendar at 1:30 p.m., giving the public more predictability for when public comment and agenda items will be taken up. - Item 3 – CALICO Center contract: The board discussed a $5,329,484 sole-source contract (term 10/1/26–9/30/29) with the Child Abuse, Listening, Interviewing, and Coordination Center (CALICO Center) for expanded forensic interview services. Social Services Agency Director Andrea Ford explained that CALICO is Alameda County's only child advocacy center, providing trauma-informed forensic interviews, child advocacy, multidisciplinary coordination, and crisis intervention for children and youth aged 2–17 who have experienced physical or sexual abuse, severe neglect, drug endangerment, sexual exploitation, or exposure to severe violence. The expansion, recommended in Dr. Miranda's report released in July 2026, adds physical-abuse forensic interviews and is expected to generate 60–90 additional interviews per month, with new staff including a director, deputy director, two forensic interviewers, and a family advocate. Referrals will be automatic for physical-abuse allegations, as they already are for sexual abuse. CALICO interim Executive Director Holly Fleming said the center serves the entire county from San Leandro and the Family Justice Center, uses a full-time referral coordinator and an after-hours triage line, conducts interviews in neutral recorded rooms, and adjusts methods developmentally, including for very young children. Supervisors Miley, Tam, and Márquez voiced strong support, citing CALICO's expertise and reputation within the court system. - Item 14: Pulled at the department's request with the concurrence of the County Administrator's Office; will return on a future agenda. - Item 18: A correction was read into the record changing the grant period to October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2028. - Item 24 – Salary Ordinance (second reading): Adopted unanimously, creating Code Enforcement Technician I (JC 8423) and Code Enforcement Technician II (JC 8424) classifications in the Community Development Agency, effective 10/11/26. - Item 25 – Salary Ordinance (first reading): Introduced unanimously — a 5% salary increase effective 10/11/26 for DSA, ACMEA Sheriff's Sworn, ACMEA Units R51/R53, ACMEA R48, and related unrepresented classifications (Deputy Sheriff SAN, Sheriff's Sworn Executive Management, and District Attorney's Office classifications); and an increase from six to twelve in the number of Deputy District Attorneys eligible for an additional 2.5% Team Leader pay, effective 10/25/26. - Item 36 remark: Supervisor Miley thanked the Sheriff's Office for securing the 2027 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant ($326,500) from the Office of Traffic Safety — a first for traffic enforcement in the unincorporated area. - Item 40 – Traffic ordinance (second reading): Adopted unanimously, modifying No Parking and No Stopping Zones on Sheila Street (Fairview), Mission Boulevard (Ashland), and Cedar Brook Court, Parsons Avenue, Somerset Avenue, and Wisteria Street (Castro Valley). - Item 42 – 2026 Alameda County Arts Leadership Awards (3 p.m. set matter): The board presented commendations to eight recipients — Margaret Thornberry (District 1); Dorsi Diaz and Carl Gorringe as a team (District 2); Samara Atkins and Janet Heller (District 3); Randolph Belle (District 4); and Ariam Weldeab Araya and Faye Carol (District 5). With these honorees, the county has recognized 133 Arts Leadership Awardees since the program was founded in 2023. Several recipients or their representatives spoke about the power of arts, culture, and creativity; Janet Heller was represented by Dorothy Lazard and Faye Carol by Eric Murphy. Arts Commission Director Rachel Osajima thanked the board and staff. No public comment was received; a group photo followed. Key Outcomes - Closed session: no reportable action taken. - Consent calendar (items 43–49) and mass motion (items 2–13, 15–23, 26–39, and 41): approved unanimously by roll-call vote. - Item 3 (CALICO Center contract): approved as part of the mass motion. - Item 14: pulled from the agenda; to return at a future date. - Item 18: grant period corrected to October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2028. - Item 24: adopted on second reading, unanimous. - Item 25: introduced on first reading, unanimous. - Item 40: adopted on second reading, unanimous. - Item 42: Arts Leadership Awards commendations authorized and presented. - Adjournment: in memory of Travis Foster, Hayward firefighter since February 2018, member of Hayward Firefighters Local 1909, and former Air Force search-and-rescue veteran; the board observed a moment of silence.

The Fairview Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) held a regular meeting on October 7, 2026, at the Castro Valley Library, with Chair Sally Philbin presiding. The agenda included informational updates on the countywide Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Master Plan and the Second Street Sidewalk Project, as well as an action item on a fence variance. Councilmembers present: Philbin, Vice Chair Vanessa Rhodes, Beth Farmer, and Chris Higgins. Public comments covered traffic safety, trail planning, and neighborhood concerns. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The council approved the minutes of June 4, 2026 (3-0-1, with Vice Chair Rhodes abstaining as she was absent) and September 1, 2026 (4-0). Public Comments & Testimony - CHP Officer Pabst reported for September: 42 traffic citations, 9 non-injury crashes, 1 injury crash, 1 DUI arrest, 1 stolen vehicle recovered; announced upcoming Halloween pedestrian enforcement and a Start Smart class on October 14. - Bruce King (Friends of San Lorenzo Creek) provided an informational announcement about the planned San Lorenzo Creekway multi-use trail from the bay to Don Castro; encouraged attendance at a community workshop on October 14 and noted potential connections to Fairview. - Mimi Dean (Save Sky West Open Space) reported on efforts to preserve at least 50 acres of Sky West Open Space (126 acres total), the top overwintering site for Western Monarch Butterflies in the East Bay; urged public participation in a November/December walk. - Rolando Gonzalez (East Bay MUD) notified the council of planned water service interruptions on October 7 (Fairview Avenue) and October 8 (Gillensick Drive and Arena Corps) for the Zorel Pipeline Replacement project. - Bobby urged the council to take public comments on agenda items before their own deliberation to incorporate community input, referencing the Brown Act. - Tarek Jalili (Fairview Avenue resident) requested that a 700-foot sidewalk gap along Lone Tree Cemetery frontage on Fairview Avenue be listed as a priority in the master plan update, noting safety hazards and lack of lighting. Discussion Items 1. Alameda County Public Works – Pedestrian, Bicycle, and Trails Master Plan Update (Informational) - Presentation: Lauren Pepe (Tool Design Group) presented the update to the 2019 plan, covering unincorporated areas including Fairview. Key data: limited existing bicycle facilities (one disconnected north-south route), pedestrian gaps between neighborhoods, and crash data from March 2021 to March 2026 showing no serious or fatal crashes in Fairview. Councilmember Higgins disputed this, citing multiple serious crashes (head-ons, hit-and-run) that he said were not reflected in the data. Chair Philbin and others emphasized the need to account for horse traffic, e-bikes, and emergency egress routes. Public comments echoed safety concerns, and Dale Silva noted the impact of e-bikes on the hilly terrain. The plan will continue with community engagement through interactive maps and surveys, with the next MAC presentation in spring 2027. - Note: The council took no action; item was informational. 2. Second Street Sidewalk Project Update (Informational) - Presentation: Jingna Zhang (Deputy Director, Alameda County Public Works) reported that construction is approximately halfway complete on the 4,500-foot project from Silvan Glencourt to Wintfeld Road. Completion is expected in early 2027, weather permitting. Issues raised by Chair Philbin and public speakers include: steep driveway slopes causing scraping; cracks in new sidewalks; the sidewalk extension into the street at Bland (creating a single-lane pinch); lack of red-painted curbs to prevent parking; insufficient notice to residents on Uvis Court; and a dangerous hole at the corner of Second and Wintfeld. Staff stated that punch-list repairs will address cracks and that driveway slope issues are being reviewed. - Next Steps: Public Works will inspect and follow up on specific driveway and pavement concerns. 3. PLN2025-00169 – Variance for Fence and Gates at 3850 Arbutus Court (Action Item) - Staff Presentation: Christine Green (Planning Department) recommended denial of the variance, which would allow (1) a 6-foot-tall solid fence within the 30-foot front setback (max 4 ft, 50% see-through), (2) a solid fence in the setback, and (3) driveway gates 2 feet from the property line (min 20 ft). The fence encroaches into the public easement (private road) and narrows the roadway. Staff cited opposition from a neighbor and recommended removal within 90 days. - Applicant Testimony: Co-owner Whitney Spanner argued that the fence is necessary for pool safety (pool is in the front yard, permitted in 1968), privacy, and security due to a neighbor’s history of harassment. She noted the topography and limited flat land make moving the fence back impractical. Several neighbors spoke in support, citing the fence’s effectiveness for containing horses and its consistency with the rural character of Fairview. - Council Discussion: Councilmembers debated the encroachment into the easement versus the unique topography and safety needs. Chair Philbin raised concerns about precedent, but after clarification that no prior variance existed on the parcel, the council moved to vote. - Vote: Motion to grant the variance passed 3-1 (Councilmember Higgins opposed). Key Outcomes - Minutes approved (June 4 with one abstention; September 1 unanimously). - Variance granted for fence and gates at 3850 Arbutus Court (3-1). - Master Plan Update – No action taken; staff will continue engagement and return in spring 2027. - Second Street Sidewalk – Staff will address cracks, driveway slopes, and red-curb markings; residents with specific concerns (e.g., Uvis Court) should contact the project team. - Chair’s Report: Announced a Veterans Day event on November 8 at Lone Tree Cemetery. - Councilmember Comments: Higgins requested a future agenda item on the status of the Office of Unincorporated Services; Rhodes thanked CHP for school zone enforcement and encouraged voter participation in November. - Next Meeting: Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Castro Valley Library.

Note: The agenda listed this meeting for September 24, 2026, but the provided metadata specifies the meeting date as October 6, 2026. The following summary reflects the metadata date. Chair Supervisor Elisa Márquez presided; Supervisor Nate Miley was absent (hosting the 37th annual Healthy Living Festival). The committee heard two informational presentations and no public comments were made. Public Comments & Testimony - No members of the public spoke on either agenda item or on non‑agenda items. Discussion Items – Item 1: College and Career Opportunities for Students at the Juvenile Justice Center The Alameda County Office of Education (ACOE) presented an update on post‑secondary programs at the Juvenile Justice Center (JJC). Presenters included Chief of Schools Eric Guthertz, Deputy Chief Dr. Lucia Moritz, and Executive Director Jessica Goode. - Student Demographics (current snapshot): 68 students (grades 6–12 and post‑secondary). 60% are special education (vs. 16.3% in Oakland Unified); 42% unhoused (vs. 6.8% in OUSD); 34% foster youth (vs. 0.5%); 17% English language learners; 100% socioeconomically disadvantaged. - Post‑Secondary Program: Launched two years ago. 23 full‑time college students enrolled at JJC/Camp Sweeney; 3 attending four‑year universities off‑site as part of “step‑down” placements. Partners include Laney College, UC Berkeley (Underground Scholars), CSU East Bay, and others. Students can earn AA, ADT, or BA. Career certifications offered (forklift, OSHA 30/10, hazmat, etc.). - Success Story: One student moved from disengagement to earning a BA from UC Berkeley while in custody. - Areas for Growth: Balancing foundational skill‑building with college coursework; limited technology access within a secure facility; challenges bringing CTE equipment into the facility. - Supervisor Marquez’s Questions and Remarks: - Asked for comparative demographics for Hayward Unified School District. - Inquired whether students arrive with known IEPs or are diagnosed at JJC (response: most have IEPs, but some are identified at JJC). - Asked about career interest assessment (response: individualized intake process). - Asked about post‑release support (response: probation contracts and college re‑entry programs). - Asked about recidivism tracking (response: probation tracks closely; ACOE also tracks its participants). - Expressed strong support and gratitude for the partnerships and investments, stating that “this investment is paying off” and that the goal is to prevent youth from ending up at Santa Rita Jail. Discussion Items – Item 2: Axon Renewal – Strengthening Public Safety Technology and Operations Captain Dan Brody (Sheriff’s Office Support Services) presented a proposal to renew and expand the Axon contract before the current agreement expires in August 2027. - Current Contract (OSP 7): Tasers 7, body cameras, evidence.com storage, limited VR training, basic PrepRed 911, 37 TB third‑party storage. - Proposed Renewal (OSP 10): - Upgrade to Taser 10 (maximum range 45 ft, 10 individually targeted probes, no drive‑stun capability). - Connected body cameras with live streaming, Axon Assistant (real‑time translation), and policy chat. - Expanded VR training (full suite). - Fleet 3 in‑car forward‑facing and interior cameras (no ALPR; that will be handled separately). - FuSicS real‑time information center (for jail and patrol). - Draft One AI‑assisted report writing (not generative AI; based solely on body camera transcripts). - Enhanced PrepRed 911 (assistive dispatch, non‑emergency triage, automated QA). - Redaction Assistant and increased third‑party storage to 130 TB. - Financial Rationale: Early renewal locks in 2026 pricing, reducing costs by 21.5% over the five‑year contract. No accelerated payment; first payment due August 2027. - Implementation Timeline: Taser 10 rollout in early 2027; software features (translation, policy chat) can be activated quickly; Draft One deliberately delayed to August 2027 for policy and training development; fleet cameras installed gradually. - Data Governance: Agency controls all data; Axon does not access data except for authorized support; federal agencies (ICE, DHS) have no access; sharing with partner agencies is audited and revocable. - Supervisor Marquez’s Questions and Remarks: - Asked about Taser 10 safety and fatality statistics (Captain Brody offered to provide numbers). - Requested examples of Northern California agencies using the new technology (50 CA agencies use Draft One; 220+ use Taser 10). - Asked about accuracy evaluation for AI policy tool (response: collaboration with DA’s office on Racial Justice Act compliance). - Asked about video redaction practices (response: required for public release under CPRA; AI reduces manual time but human review still required). - Asked about communication with deaf community (response: currently use writing; some deputies know ASL). - Asked about timeline for full board presentation (response: will present to Municipal Advisory Councils, then to full Board of Supervisors in December for contract approval; Supervisor Márquez recommended a scaled‑down presentation for public engagement). - Asked about data access safeguards and policy violation consequences (response: unauthorized access is a crime). - No opposition expressed; the item was informational only. Key Outcomes - No votes or formal actions were taken on either item. - The Juvenile Justice Center post‑secondary program received strong commendation; continued partnership and tracking of recidivism were noted. - The Axon contract renewal will proceed to presentation before the Municipal Advisory Councils and then to the full Board of Supervisors for approval in December 2026. - Implementation of Draft One is deferred to August 2027 to allow adequate policy and training preparation. - Supervisor Márquez directed that the Axon presentation be shortened and tailored for broader public understanding at the full board meeting.