Alameda County Board of Supervisors Meeting – April 7, 2026

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at approximately 5:30 PM (the meeting began in the morning and continued into the afternoon). The meeting included a recess into closed session, reconvening for 1:00 PM set matters, proclamations, public hearings, and a full regular calendar. Key actions included a unanimous vote opposing the reopening of FCI Dublin, approval of settlements from prior closed sessions, and adoption of a fee schedule for curb markings.

Consent Calendar

• Items 60 through 63 were approved unanimously on a motion by Supervisor Tam, seconded by Supervisor Miley.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Closed Session & Non-Agenda Items: Several speakers addressed closed session items and non-agenda issues. One speaker, who identified as an unhoused resident, described being forcefully evicted on December 8, 2025, from a property run by Bay Area Community Services (BACS), alleging corruption and abuse by BACS leadership. Another speaker criticized the county’s discretionary funding process, referencing a 2017 grand jury report and alleging inequitable distribution in District 1.
• Item 58.1 – Opposition to FCI Dublin Reopening: Over 60 public speakers participated (in person, online, and from an overflow room) with nearly unanimous support for the resolution opposing reopening FCI Dublin for any detention or correctional purpose. Commenters included survivors of FCI Dublin, members of Jewish, Japanese American, and immigrant rights organizations, healthcare workers, students, and faith leaders. Several speakers highlighted documented abuses at FCI Dublin and in ICE detention nationwide, citing statistics: 32 deaths in ICE custody in 2025, 14 deaths in the first three months of 2026, and research showing that proximity to a detention center increases ICE arrests by up to seven times. One speaker noted that the Japanese American community’s incarceration during World War II was driven by hysteria and racism. Another speaker questioned Supervisor Miley’s earlier remarks, expressing concern about any future correctional use. A small number of speakers focused on other items, such as senior nutrition contracts.
• Item 59 – Curb Marking Fee Schedule: One speaker criticized the county for not enforcing its fee policy in a specific instance involving a roadway straddling Fremont and county land, alleging preferential treatment.

Discussion Items

• Item 37 – Coliseum Negotiations (Continued): The board continued this item to April 28, 2026, as requested by Supervisor Miley.
• Item 2 – Senior Nutrition Contracts: Supervisor Marquez raised concerns about potential gaps in services due to the timing of RFP release. Staff from the Social Services Agency confirmed they are working to avoid any lapse and will return to the board for an extension if needed. Supervisor Marquez stressed no funding or service gaps should occur.
• Item 9 – EPIC Electronic Health Record System Positions: The board approved 7 full-time equivalent positions to support EPIC implementation. Staff noted EPIC will improve care coordination for behavioral health and jail health, enhance data exchange with hospitals, and support revenue generation.
• Item 45 – Medi-Cal Enrollment for Re-entry Population: This sheriff’s department item aims to connect individuals leaving Santa Rita Jail to Medi-Cal for whole-person care. Supervisor Marquez indicated the board will closely track the July 2026 launch.
• Item 35 – ACMEA MOU and Salary Ordinance: The board adopted the second reading of the MOU with the Alameda County Management Employees Association and introduced salary ordinance amendments.
• Item 38 – Appointment of Anika Chaudry as Director of Alameda County Health: The board formally approved the appointment effective April 12, 2026, at a biweekly salary of $12,974.40. Ms. Chaudry thanked the board and committed to continuing county service.
• Item 48 – Floodplain Management Ordinance: The board introduced an ordinance amending floodplain management provisions to comply with FEMA requirements. Staff clarified the changes formalize existing practices and maintaining the CRS rating, which provides a 5–15% discount on flood insurance for residents.
• Proclamations (Items 57 & 58): The board proclaimed April 2026 as Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month and April 2026 as Child Abuse Prevention Month. During the latter, staff reported that in 2025 over 250 families were referred to Another Road to Safety, 24 organizations trained 750 individuals, and $800,000 in state prevention funding assisted over 2,100 families.

Key Outcomes

• Unanimous Vote (5-0) on Resolution Opposing Reopening FCI Dublin (Item 58.1): The resolution opposes reopening or repurposing the former Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin for any future detention or correctional operations. The vote was 5-0 (Supervisors Marquez, Tan, Miley, Fortunato Bass, and President Halbert all voting aye). Supervisor Miley expressed support after receiving clarification that the resolution applies to any correctional use, not just ICE detention.
• Closed Session Settlements (Reported Out): Two settlements approved on October 28, 2025, were reported: Sky Decker v. County of Alameda – $175,000; Hernandez et al. v. County of Alameda – $150,000. Both were approved by Supervisors Miley, Marquez, and Fortunato Bass (with Halbert and Tan excused). Also, by a 5-0 vote, the board approved signing onto amicus briefs in U.S. v. Weber (9th Cir.) and U.S. v. Benson (6th Cir.).
• Fee Schedule Adopted (Item 59): The board closed the public hearing and unanimously adopted the resolution confirming the fee schedule for installing curb markings and signs for fiscal year 2025-2026.
• Minutes Approved: Minutes from March 17 and March 24, 2026, were approved unanimously.
• Continued Item: Item 37 (Coliseum negotiations) was continued to April 28, 2026.