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Alameda County Board of Supervisors Meeting - February 10, 2026

Board of SupervisorsTuesday, February 10, 2026
BodyAlameda County, California
SessionBoard of Supervisors
DateTuesday, February 10, 2026
StatusFILED
Video Record
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Transcript — Verbatim
0:13

To reopening the facility for immigration.

0:17

And there is a link that I will share with you as well as members of the public to register that position.

0:24

And it is actionnetwork.org slash petitions slash ice out of Dublin.

0:30

Thank you.

0:32

I can't see Marquez.

0:36

Thank you, President Albert.

0:39

Good morning, everyone.

0:40

Getting used to this new technology.

0:42

I do hear some background as that coming from the Zoom.

1:12

Okay.

1:13

It sounds like it stopped.

1:15

Okay.

1:15

Um good morning, everyone.

1:18

I just wanted to uh note I'm really appreciative of AC Health and Behavioral Health team that held a CPEG meeting last week.

1:27

Um, my chief of staff was able to attend.

1:30

I know that Supervisor Miley was there, and uh just really want to flag that we are grappling not only with the impacts of HR1, but also uh proposition one, and we are learning specifically from the behavioral health collaborative here in Alameda County, the detrimental impacts of 15,000 patients that could potentially lose uh services, and these are vulnerable community members, not only the community members that are receiving the care, but also the individuals that are providing the care.

2:03

These are significant impacts.

2:05

Although I do not sit on health committee, I just want to pledge my support to bring this item back to the full board for further discussion and exploring options for potential bridge funding and solutions.

2:18

This is truly an all hands on deck moment, not only uh grappling the impacts of uh HR1, but we need to collectively have a conversation here on the board also with respect to proposition one.

2:33

So um supervisor Miley isn't here, but just really um want to let him know that I led to partner with him and Supervisor Tam that sit on the health committee.

2:43

Thank you.

2:45

Thank you.

2:46

I would like to echo comments made by my colleagues, especially Supervisor Fortunately Bass, recognizing the struggles that we have and our efforts in Dublin.

2:58

With that said, we'll uh conclude board of supervisors' remarks and move to the next item on our agenda, which is public comment on all items on the agenda except items listed as set matters.

3:08

The one o'clock set matter.

3:10

If you choose to stay and tune in for that will be uh heard at one o'clock for now, public comment on items that are on the agenda except for the set matter will be heard.

3:22

We'll take in-person speakers first three and then rotate to online.

3:27

I'll ask the clerk to please call the first three in-person speakers.

3:31

President Halbert, before we move on, um, I'd like to provide instructions in order to clarify how people can join and sure provide comment.

3:41

Detailed instructions are provided in the teleconferencing guidelines.

3:45

A link to the document is included in today's agenda to view an automated translated transcript or listen to an automated translated audio of the meeting from English into multiple other languages.

3:56

Please utilize the wordly link in today's agenda or the QR codes posted throughout the room and select your preferred language from the drop-down menu.

4:05

If you're joining the meeting using a computer, use the button at the bottom of your screen to raise your hand to request a speak.

4:11

When called to speak, please unmute your microphone and state your name.

4:14

If you're calling in, dial star nine to raise your hand to speak.

4:19

When you're called to speak, the host will enable you to speak.

4:22

If you decide not to speak, notify the clerk when your call is unmuted, or you may simply hang up and dial back into the meeting.

4:29

When called, you'll have two minutes to speak.

4:31

Please limit your remarks to the time allocated.

4:36

Okay, thank you very much.

4:37

With that said, if you're online, raise your hand.

4:39

If you're in the room, please fill out a speaker slip and the clerk will rotate the first three in the room.

4:51

The first three in-person speakers are Brian Hoff, item 44, Reem Suleiman, pardon me, item 44 and Madeline Stacy.

5:05

Item 44.

4:59

Good morning, Supervisors.

5:14

Brian Hofer here on behalf of Secure Justice.

5:17

I won't regurgitate the content of my letter submitted to you yesterday.

5:21

We give you plenty of reasons to vote no.

5:23

I'm going to encourage you to see this as a clear opportunity to draw a firm line against unethical and unlawful conduct.

5:30

I urge you to unanimously reject this contract proposal and pursue alternatives that align with the values that you repeatedly and publicly affirm.

5:40

Because when this county proclaims its sanctuary status while simultaneously allowing sensitive data to flow out the back door to hostile agencies with obviously different agendas.

5:50

That contradiction isn't just symbolic, it's deceptive.

5:54

These words without action erode public trust.

5:57

You guys have taken wonderful, meaningful steps in the right direction the past year.

6:01

The work of the Together for All committee deserves recognition.

6:04

Thank you, Supervisors Bass Marquez for leading that.

6:07

And thank you to all of you for funding some of those recommendations and implementing policies.

6:13

Give credit to the sheriff for ending the SCAP program.

6:16

That was a serious data privacy vulnerability.

6:18

But those steps are overshadowed by the fact pattern.

Discussion Breakdown — Share of Meeting
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Racial Equity██████████████████18%
Mental Health Awareness█████████████████17%
Public Safety█████████████████17%
Procedural██████████10%
Arts And Culture████4%
Community Engagement██2%
Public Engagement██2%
Affordable Housing1%
Summary of Proceedings

Alameda County Board of Supervisors Meeting - February 10, 2026

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors met on February 10, 2026, to address a range of items including a controversial contract extension with Flock Safety for automated license plate readers (ALPRs), proclamations for Black History Month, approval of consent calendar items, and public comments on proposed cuts to peer-run mental health services. The meeting featured extensive public testimony on the Flock contract, leading to a motion to table the item to a future set matter.

Consent Calendar

  • The board approved the consent calendar (items 58–69) and a mass motion covering items 2–57 (excluding item 44, which was tabled). Supervisor Tam abstained from item 16.
  • Minutes from January 13, February 3 (two meetings), and January 27 were approved, with Supervisor Marquez noting a modification to the January 27 minutes regarding a request for GSA to return in three months; those minutes were tabled for correction.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Item 44 – Flock Safety Contract Extension: Over 30 speakers addressed the board, with strong opposition from residents, advocacy groups (e.g., Secure Justice, Fight for the Future, East Bay Sanctuary Covenant), and community members who argued that Flock cameras enable mass surveillance, violate SB 34 by sharing data with federal agencies, and threaten immigrant communities. Supporters, including some residents and business owners, cited crime reduction benefits and argued the data is controlled locally. Several speakers referenced recent contract cancellations in Mountain View and Santa Cruz due to data-sharing violations.
  • Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items: Multiple speakers urged the board to reconsider funding cuts to peer-run mental health organizations (Peers, Peer Wellness Collective) under Proposition 1, warning that 100% or 80% funding losses would devastate services for vulnerable populations. One speaker also raised concerns about foreign government targeting of activists in Alameda County.

Discussion Items

  • Item 44 – Flock Safety Contract Extension: Supervisor Marquez moved to table the item to the second regular board meeting in April (April 21, 2026) as a set matter at 3:00 PM, with a full staff report and presentation from the Sheriff's Office. The motion followed concerns about insufficient time for the Sheriff to respond to questions and the need for structured public engagement. Supervisor Miley noted that the cameras are only in unincorporated areas and suggested the Unincorporated Services Committee might have been more appropriate, but supported the set matter approach. Supervisor Fortunato Bass emphasized the need to consider surveillance risks under the current federal administration and explore alternative vendors. The motion passed unanimously.
  • Black History Month Proclamations: The board recognized February 2026 as Black History Month, honoring Freddie Davis (Hayward South Alameda County NAACP), the Oakland Museum of California, Professor Stephen Cleveland, Robert Phillips (Baywell Health), and Paula Ambrose. Each honoree or representative spoke about their work and legacy.
  • Closed Session Settlements: County Counsel reported three settlements approved in prior closed sessions: $60,000 (Drake v. County), $850,000 (Roe v. Trapp), and $650,000 plus fees (Loera Jr. v. County).

Key Outcomes

  • Item 44 Tabled: The board voted unanimously to table the Flock Safety contract extension to April 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM as a set matter, requiring a staff report and Sheriff's presentation.
  • Consent Calendar Approved: All consent items and the mass motion passed, with Supervisor Tam abstaining on item 16.
  • Minutes Approved: Minutes from January 13, February 3 (two meetings) were approved; January 27 minutes were tabled for correction.
  • Ordinances Adopted: Second readings of salary ordinance amendments and MOUs with Union of American Physicians and Dentists, Management Employees Association, and green building practices were adopted unanimously.
  • Public Comment Heard: The board heard extensive public testimony on both the Flock contract and peer support funding cuts, with Supervisor Marquez pledging to work on bridge funding for behavioral health services impacted by Proposition 1.

Meeting Transcript

To reopening the facility for immigration. And there is a link that I will share with you as well as members of the public to register that position. And it is actionnetwork.org slash petitions slash ice out of Dublin. Thank you. I can't see Marquez. Thank you, President Albert. Good morning, everyone. Getting used to this new technology. I do hear some background as that coming from the Zoom. Okay. It sounds like it stopped. Okay. Um good morning, everyone. I just wanted to uh note I'm really appreciative of AC Health and Behavioral Health team that held a CPEG meeting last week. Um, my chief of staff was able to attend. I know that Supervisor Miley was there, and uh just really want to flag that we are grappling not only with the impacts of HR1, but also uh proposition one, and we are learning specifically from the behavioral health collaborative here in Alameda County, the detrimental impacts of 15,000 patients that could potentially lose uh services, and these are vulnerable community members, not only the community members that are receiving the care, but also the individuals that are providing the care. These are significant impacts. Although I do not sit on health committee, I just want to pledge my support to bring this item back to the full board for further discussion and exploring options for potential bridge funding and solutions. This is truly an all hands on deck moment, not only uh grappling the impacts of uh HR1, but we need to collectively have a conversation here on the board also with respect to proposition one. So um supervisor Miley isn't here, but just really um want to let him know that I led to partner with him and Supervisor Tam that sit on the health committee. Thank you. Thank you. I would like to echo comments made by my colleagues, especially Supervisor Fortunately Bass, recognizing the struggles that we have and our efforts in Dublin. With that said, we'll uh conclude board of supervisors' remarks and move to the next item on our agenda, which is public comment on all items on the agenda except items listed as set matters. The one o'clock set matter. If you choose to stay and tune in for that will be uh heard at one o'clock for now, public comment on items that are on the agenda except for the set matter will be heard. We'll take in-person speakers first three and then rotate to online. I'll ask the clerk to please call the first three in-person speakers. President Halbert, before we move on, um, I'd like to provide instructions in order to clarify how people can join and sure provide comment. Detailed instructions are provided in the teleconferencing guidelines. A link to the document is included in today's agenda to view an automated translated transcript or listen to an automated translated audio of the meeting from English into multiple other languages. Please utilize the wordly link in today's agenda or the QR codes posted throughout the room and select your preferred language from the drop-down menu. If you're joining the meeting using a computer, use the button at the bottom of your screen to raise your hand to request a speak. When called to speak, please unmute your microphone and state your name. If you're calling in, dial star nine to raise your hand to speak. When you're called to speak, the host will enable you to speak. If you decide not to speak, notify the clerk when your call is unmuted, or you may simply hang up and dial back into the meeting. When called, you'll have two minutes to speak. Please limit your remarks to the time allocated. Okay, thank you very much. With that said, if you're online, raise your hand. If you're in the room, please fill out a speaker slip and the clerk will rotate the first three in the room. The first three in-person speakers are Brian Hoff, item 44, Reem Suleiman, pardon me, item 44 and Madeline Stacy. Item 44. Good morning, Supervisors. Brian Hofer here on behalf of Secure Justice. I won't regurgitate the content of my letter submitted to you yesterday. We give you plenty of reasons to vote no. I'm going to encourage you to see this as a clear opportunity to draw a firm line against unethical and unlawful conduct. I urge you to unanimously reject this contract proposal and pursue alternatives that align with the values that you repeatedly and publicly affirm.

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