Alameda County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting – April 28, 2026

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors convened on April 28, 2026, for a regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting included board member remarks, a closed session item on Coliseum property negotiations, a Law Day proclamation with student speeches, reports from closed session on lawsuit settlements, and three proclamations for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Arab American and Muslim American Heritage Month, and National Healthy Homes Month. The board also approved a consent calendar and a mass motion of agenda items.

Consent Calendar

• The board approved the minutes of the special meeting of April 14, 2026.
• The consent calendar was approved unanimously after public comment.

Public Comments & Testimony

• On closed session items: Blair Beekman praised the board’s approach of following closed session with public discussion on the Coliseum/Arena property negotiations, calling it a form of transparency he appreciated. Samuel Ramey spoke about jobs being sent overseas, unemployment, and the need for change.
• On Item 18 (Coliseum negotiations): Blair Beekman again spoke, expressing trust in the AASEG (African American Sports and Entertainment Group) as a potential mediator between the county and the City of Oakland.
• On non-agendized items (after close of business): Blair Beekman commended the board’s recent discussion on Flock cameras, noting the decision to slowly separate from Flock and urging a community process for selecting a new ALPR vendor.
• General public comment before consent calendar: Samuel Ramey addressed the board, criticizing federal policies and calling for reinvestment in social services.

Discussion Items

Item 18 – Authorization to Negotiate for Oakland Coliseum and Arena Properties President Halbert introduced the item, which authorizes Patrick O’Connell and Kimberly Gassaway to negotiate with the City of Oakland. The item was continued from previous meetings. Supervisor Fortunato Bas requested that supervisors Miley and herself be allowed to observe negotiations, but the county counsel clarified that the open session action is solely to identify negotiators per Government Code; substantive discussion occurs in closed session. The board voted unanimously to approve the authorization (roll call: 5-0).

Law Day Proclamation – May 1, 2026 President Halbert read the proclamation emphasizing the rule of law. Presiding Judge Michael Markman spoke about challenges to the courts, including AI and security threats, and highlighted the mock trial students. Attorney Gordon Greenwood (Kazan McClain) spoke about the need for young minds in law. Three students spoke: Katie Punitharaja (Moreau Catholic) described the supportive team environment; Victor Mahajan (Mission San Jose High) emphasized skills and friendships gained. Supervisor Miley and Fortunato Bas added remarks about the importance of the rule of law. The board adopted the proclamation.

Closed Session Report County counsel reported three settlements:

• Tishera v. County of Alameda (case 22CV023944): Approved in closed session on March 24, 2026, by a 4-1 vote (Supervisor Miley excused) for a final settlement of $206,000.
• Smith v. County of Alameda (case 25CV12263): Approved unanimously on March 3, 2026, for $100,000.
• Castro Valley Investment Group v. Castro Valley Marketplace (case 24CV075116): Unanimously authorized on April 21, 2026, with no monetary payment.

Proclamation – Sexual Assault Awareness Month (April 2026) and Denim Day (April 29, 2026) President Halbert read the proclamation. District Attorney Ursula Jones Dixon accepted, emphasizing survivor agency and introducing victim witness advocates. She noted the 25th anniversary of the awareness month and the meaning of Denim Day. The board adopted the proclamation.

Proclamation – Arab American and Muslim American Heritage Month (April 2026) Supervisor Marquez read the proclamation detailing contributions and noting that CAIR recorded a 419% increase in hate incidents in 2023 (8,061 complaints) and 8,683 complaints in 2025. Musa Tariq (CAIR) accepted, thanking the board and calling for further action, including implementation of an ethical investment policy. Additional speakers: Moina Shaik, Jitu Chabi (president of a Newark mosque), and Dr. Ranak Chan Chowdhury, who emphasized education. The board adopted the proclamation.

Proclamation – National Healthy Homes Month (April 2026) Supervisor Miley presented the proclamation, highlighting the Healthy Homes Department’s 31 years of work. Director Abraham Williamson described the integrated health-housing-environment model and noted outcomes: over 10,000 homes assessed with young children, over 2,500 homes reduced asthma/lead hazards, over 1,000 older adults and disabled homeowners received safety repairs, and over 2,200 individuals trained. The board adopted the proclamation.

Mass Motion – Items 2–30 (excluding Item 11) Supervisor Tam moved a mass motion covering items 2–10, 12–17, 19–30. Supervisor Marquez asked about Item 14 (EV charging stations at Hayward), clarifying if they would be in every supervisorial district and why called "Hayward Station." Kimberly Gassaway explained it is part of the Hayward Energy Services Project. Supervisor Fortunato Bas asked about Item 20 (food services for juvenile facilities) regarding food waste collaboration with StopWaste; Chief Ford did not know but promised to follow up. The mass motion passed unanimously.

Key Outcomes

• Authorized negotiators for Oakland Coliseum/Arena property discussions (unanimous).
• Approved three lawsuit settlements ($206,000, $100,000, and non-monetary) as reported from closed session.
• Adopted four proclamations: Law Day, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Arab American and Muslim American Heritage Month, and National Healthy Homes Month.
• Approved minutes of April 14 special meeting.
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous).
• Approved mass motion for items 2–30 with questions answered.
• Adopted second reading of ordinance (Item 11) consolidating Veterans Memorial Buildings commissions and authorizing $400 monthly stipend for commissioners (unanimous).
• The board adjourned to a subsequent special meeting.

Note: The meeting recessed twice for closed session; no decisions from those sessions were reported except the settlements listed.