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INVESTIGATORS DIDN’T FIND DETECTORS IN MONTE SERENO HOUSE THAT BURNED

Pinot noir, chardonnay and other grapes take a beating L aur a Ness , Contributor

Victims identified as 80-year-old married couple

“This was a fairly light harvest in many varieties, especially pinot noir and syrah, but the quality has been overall incredibly good,” viticulturist Prudy Foxx tells us. “The clusters are smaller, as are the berries, and the flavors are quite concentrated.” Marty Mathis of Kathryn Kennedy in Saratoga was thrilled with his Estate cabernet fruit, which he describes as beyond beautiful. “In all my 50 years of harvesting, I cannot recall seeing such perfect looking cabernet fruit.” He also praised the color and depth of the merlot fruit he got for his Small Lot Cabernet program from a vineyard in the Los Altos Hills managed by Matt Oettinger of Fernwood Cellars. That’s the good news. Mathis was quite disappointed by a very low yield on the whites, including his estate albariño, Saratoga godello

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On Thursday, the day after fire swept through a two-story Monte Sereno home leading to the death of a married couple, the Santa Clara County Fire Department released its findings about the incident. Fire officials said they were unable to locate a single fire alarm. And they noted a major accumulation of household items throughout the property slowed the response—and would’ve made it hard for the couple to flee. “There was a large amount of clutter inside and surrounding the home, which made it difficult for firefighters to gain access to the home and to locate the victims,” an SCCFD spokesperson told the Los Gatan on the day of the fire, adding the home was filled with smoke and active fire when crews arrived. The victims were taken to an area trauma center but were ultimately pronounced dead. The County of Santa Clara Office of The Medical Examiner told the Los Gatan Friday that Nancy and David Breuer, both 80, were the married couple who died in an upstairs bedroom. During the media availability at SCCFD Headquarters, in Campbell, Bill Murphy, ➝ Fire, 4

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STUMP DIDN’T CAUSE SLASH TO OCCUPANCY Regarding the “Meet the Six Candidates” article, the Farley Road Neighborhood Coalition (FRNC) does not dispute that Commissioner Rob Stump advocated attendance and parking-related conditions during the Planning Commission's review of U-24-010; however, the administrative record does not establish that his advocacy caused SCCFD to reduce an official occupancy limit from 1,214 to 566. The Santa Clara County Fire Department subsequently stated that 682 is the established occupant load based on Town historical records. These are separate issues and should not be conflated. Furthermore, the Town's own approved CUP list demonstrates that Los Gatos has historically approved a wide range of attendance levels and operating hours for religious and educational institutions. Examples include Los Gatos United Methodist Church (552 persons), Calvary Church/Global Community Church (1,680 persons), Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center (560 students), Venture Christian Church (1,901 seats/2,812 persons), Congregation Shir Hadash (250 regular/450 special), and Faith Lutheran/Mariposa Montessori (220). FRNC is not asserting that every institution must have identical conditions. Rather, these records demonstrate that the appropriate question is whether the Town is applying consistent, neutral, and objectively supported land-use, parking, traffic, noise, and life-safety standards to comparable institutions.

FATAL BLAZE SCCFD officials said the cause of the Monte Sereno fire was "accidental" and originated from the kitchen. They also said that lack of smoke detectors and clutter were factors in the blaze.

CITY WANTS RESIDENTS TO CHECK SMOKE DETECTION SYSTEMS Fire, from page 1 assistant chief of operations, and Assistant Fire Chief Jeremy Davis provided additional details about the tragic circumstances. Davis said the cause of the fire was ruled “accidental,” though it’s unclear if perhaps the stove was left on, or if an appliance failed. “Smoke detectors were a factor,” he said. “They would have allowed for early notification for the deceased.” Los Gatos Monte-Sereno Police detectives helped with the investigation. “They were great partners with us. The other challenge that we had…was the accumulation of items. The de-

ceased lived in this property for over 30 years,” Davis added. “There were just all kinds of different household items. “I do believe the accumulation of items inside was also a factor to this fire.” Murphy said both victims were rushed to hospital within 15 minutes of crews arriving on scene. The couple appeared to have been involved members of the local community, he added. Monte Sereno Mayor Lon Allan told the Los Gatan that the City would be reaching out to residents to remind them they need to have smoke detectors—and they need to make sure they work.

“This was an unnecessary tragedy,” he said. “This is what we want to avoid.” Bryan Mekechuk, another Monte Sereno Council member, said the City is looking at ways to develop new programs to check on older residents who could benefit from a visit. He added he wants to make sure people don’t have dangerous items lying around their homes. “I want to get the household hazardous waste out of houses in Monte Sereno,” said Mekechuk, who sits on the Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission. “I want to turn the volume up to 11.”

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PRESS CONFERENCE Fire officials released their findings about the incident on Thursday. Pictured: Bill Murphy, assistant chief of operations.

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AFTERMATH Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department detectives assisted with the investigation.

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Editor's Note: The Santa Clara County Fire Department shared an update about the mosque occupancy confusion with the Los Gatan on Tuesday. “Unfortunately, the formal permit process was not utilized. Several entities made multiple attempts to obtain information regarding occupancy. This resulted in multiple numbers being released, creating the confusion we are currently experiencing,” a spokesperson said. “The applicant has submitted an architectural egress analysis through a building permit application with the Town of Los Gatos. SCCFD has completed its concurrent review of the building permit application for compliance with the fire code.” “The occupant load is 682; this is based on the Town's official records, which are dated 1989.”

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Weeklys Media Group is now the owner of another newspaper—one that some Los Gatos residents may already be familiar with—the Los Altos Town Crier. The transaction was announced by Los Gatan Executive Editor Dan Pulcrano on Friday. “The Town Crier has a strong heritage and fits well with our other local community weeklies,” Pulcrano said. “We believe in print’s future amidst an increasingly messy digital environment.” This brings the total number of the group’s weeklies to 16. A separate company, SotlaSol LLC, has been set up to operate the publication.

DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS AT PEDRO’S On Sunday, November 1, Pedro’s Los Gatos will celebrate Día de los Muertos with a full day of festivities, transforming the restaurant with elaborate traditional decorations, live entertainment, festive food and cocktails, and opportunities for guests to honor loved ones. Under the theme “ The Ones We Love Never Leave,” the restaurant will be adorned with vibrant marigold arrangements, colorful papel picado, candlelit pathways, decorative sugar skulls, and traditional ofrendas, creating an immersive setting inspired by the Mexican holiday. Highlights of the celebration include live mariachi performances during brunch (12–3pm) and dinner (5–8pm), traditional folklórico dancing (children’s dance performances) from 6–7:30pm, complimentary face painting (La Catrina and sugar skull designs for children and adults) during brunch (12–3pm), community ofrenda - guests are invited to bring a photograph of a departed loved one to contribute to a communal altar, which will be accessible throughout the day, festive food and cocktails (Pedro’s signature Sunday brunch buffet from 11:30am–3 pm), followed by dinner featuring special Día de los Muertos dishes and themed cocktails, and Dobel Tequila tasting (complimentary sampling for guests 21 and older from 5–8pm). All entertainment and activities are complimentary. Regular brunch pricing applies. Reservations are recommended but not required. Details: Día de los Muertos at Pedro’s Los Gatos. Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. Pedro’s Los Gatos, 316 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos. 11:30am–3pm; 5–8pm.

EXPANSION Los Gatan Executive Editor and Weeklys Media Group founder Dan Pulcrano (left) with Los Altos Town Crier Publisher Dennis Young in the Town Crier offices on Oct. 8.

VALLEY WATER DIRECTOR REBECCA EISENBERG FILES FEDERAL LAWSUIT Santa Clara Valley Water District Director Rebecca Eisenberg (District 7) has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the Water District, its Board of Directors, former CEO Rick Callender and former District Counsel Carlos Orellana. The complaint was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, San Jose Division. It alleges that after Director Eisenberg raised concerns about gender bias and the District’s federal funding disclosures, District leadership and Board colleagues retaliated against her for nearly four years. The complaint asserts 13 causes of action, including whistleblower retaliation under the federal and California False Claims Acts, sex discrimination under FEHA, First Amendment and due process violations, and violations of the Brown Act.

THE SAFE CORRIDOR INITIATIVE On Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 6-7:30pm, representatives for Caltrans, the CHP, the San Mateo County Sheriff 's Office, as well as San Mateo County Supervi-

sor Ray Mueller, Sen. Josh Becker and Asm. Marc Berman are expected to be in a room together to discuss safety issues along highways 35, 84 and 9. “Five years of reported collisions on these roads: 854 collisions, 26 deaths, 1,106 people hurt or killed. The twelve months to March 2026 were the worst on record. Two cyclists have been killed since—one at Four Corners in August 2025, one five miles south on Skyline in July 2026,” a Safe Corridor Initiative spokesperson said in a release. “Through all of it—the study sessions, the advisory panel, the petitions—nobody has ever invited the families of the people who died here. Twenty-four of the dead were named in published reporting; the rest were never named at all. They are invited on the 20th and have no way of knowing it.” Organizers are seeking to contact grieving families without intruding on their privacy, asking people who can help put them in touch to contact petition@ safecorridorinitiative.com.

LUPIN LODGE TO HOST SCREENING OF “A SEXPLANATION” Lupin Lodge is getting ready to host a screening of “A Sexplanation,” an

award-winning documentary exploring sex, shame, science, morality and what it means to live a meaningful life, organizers say. The screening is set for Saturday, Oct. 17, followed by a Q&A with Alex Liu, the film’s writer, director and producer, Liu, a former health reporter for CNN, NPR, and NOVA scienceNOW, uses his background in journalism and science reporting to explore the ways cultural attitudes and shame shape how we understand sexuality. “A Sexplanation” was named a New York Times Critic’s Pick and has received recognition from the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists and the LGBTQ+ Journalists Excellence in Documentary Awards. “Sex can often feel like a shameful secret. But does it make sense to feel so bad about feeling so good?” Liu asks in the film. The screening and Q&A offer an opportunity for the community to watch the documentary and engage directly with its filmmaker in a conversation about sexuality, science, shame and the questions the film raises. For more information and event details, contact Event Coordinator Christy M. at events@lupinlodge.com

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Keeping cool without breaking the bank For heat waves, consider a window air conditioner By Janis Mara

With the Bay Area's brutal heat wave expected to continue this week, here is how homeowners without central air conditioning can stay cool without spending thousands on a new or upgraded climate control system. Temperatures are expected to soar 10 to 20 degrees above average, with inland areas suffering the worst heat, according to the National Weather Service. A heat advisory is in place for the Peninsula, North Bay and East Bay until 10pm Wednesday, and not only that, warmer weather is expected to continue through mid-October. A high percentage of Bay Area homes lack central air conditioning for reasons including the region’s mild climate, and

adding cooling to an existing home climate control system typically costs between $6,500 and $22,000. Purchasing a window air conditioner is a cheaper and generally quicker option for the short run. You can likely find a good window air conditioner for between $170 and $250 if you’re cooling a small space. For larger areas, the price of a unit increases to between $570 and $1,000. Popular Mechanics recommends the Frigidaire FFRA051WAE for small spaces, and describes the best unit for cooling spaces up to 700 feet as the GE 14,000BTU Smart Window Air Conditioner. The latter runs around $600. Both air conditioners are available at Bay Area venues including Home Depot. The smaller unit is described as easy to install, while the larger one might require the services of a professional. Once you have one—or if you have a cooling system already—a Bay Area

OBITUARIES

Dr. Marshall J. Burak August 19, 1936 — September 29, 2026

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ongtime Los Gatos resident Marshall Jay Burak, the former dean of San Jose State University’s business school, died September 29, 2026 at the age of 90. Burak headed San Jose State University’s business school for 18 years, where expanded the M.B.A. program and led a successful campaign to modernize its facilities. He was born in Los Angeles and attended the University of Southern California and the University of California, Los Angeles, where he received his undergraduate degree in 1958 and subsequently his Masters of Business Administration. He married Marlene Leve in 1959, and they had three children together: Melissa (Ken) Toren, Matthew (Lainie) Burak and Mallorie (Mark) Davis. After retiring from San Jose State University, Dr. Burak served as Provost and Chief Academic Officer for Lincoln University. He was active in community affairs and was a member of the 2023 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury.

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heating and air conditioning specialist offered tips on how to get the most out of air conditioning. “Turn it on early in the morning and leave it on all day.” said Nick Hiteshew of A-1 Guaranteed Heating & Air. If you turn it on at 5 p.m. after the air in the house has warmed up considerably, “you’ll never catch up,” he said. Regardless of whether you have an air conditioner, other tips include: “Be sure to close the blinds and the drapes early in the morning to keep the heat from getting into the house,” Hiteshew said. Also, “If it’s over 100 degrees, we’re ordering food from outside the house. Go out to eat or have food delivered,” he added. “Don’t cook. Don’t use the stove.” Hiteshew did not mention whether his wife had to be persuaded to go along with this tip. As a final thought, the Bay Area is projected to warm around three or four degrees by 2050, with summer maximum temperatures jumping up to 10 degrees in inland areas, according to the California State Climate Resilience Portal. Once you’ve survived the current heat wave, it might be time to consider a more comprehensive solution. But for now, just keep chillin’ while the weather is illin.’

In Santa Clara County, the median home is worth $1.7M, according to the Zillow Home Value Index. Over the three months ending August 2026, Santa Clara home prices were down 1.2 percent compared to the same period last year, selling for a median price of $1.7M, according to data from Redfin. On average, homes in Santa Clara sell after 21 days on the market, compared to 17 days last year. There were 200 homes sold in August this year, up from 187 last year. 13945 Vista Regina, Saratoga, 95070 $3.6M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,501 sq ft; sold: Sep. 25, 2026 19554 Vineyard Ln, Saratoga, CA 95070 $1.43M, 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,392 sq ft; sold: Sep. 24, 2026 105 Loma Alta Ave, Los Gatos,95030 $2.55M, 3 beds, 2 baths, 1,578 sq ft; sold: Sep. 24, 2026 212 Dover St, Los Gatos, 95032 $2.95M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,276 sq ft; sold: Sep. 23, 2026 18240 Bancroft Ave, Monte Sereno, 95030 $12.3M, 4 beds, 5 baths, 4,437 sq ft; sold: Sep. 23, 2026 135 Vista Del Lago, Los Gatos, 95032 $1.58M, 2 beds, 2 baths, 1,380 sq ft; sold: Sep. 22, 2026 242 Howes Dr, Los Gatos, 95032 $3.38M, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2,003 sq ft; sold: Sep. 22, 2026 14225 Lora Dr APT 21, Los Gatos,95032 $440,000, 1 bed, 1 bath, 816 sq ft; sold: Sep. 21, 2026 52 Hernandez Ave, Los Gatos, 95030 $4.35M, 4 beds, 5 baths, 4,015 sq ft; sold: Sep. 21, 2026 23457 Summit Rd, Los Gatos, 95033 $2.55M, 5 beds, 4 baths, 3,417 sq ft; sold: Sep. 21, 2026

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MOTHER NATURE GAVE GRAPE GROWERS A WILD RIDE THIS SEASON

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NICE COLOR Chestnut Hill Vineyards owner Larry Carter presents a cluster of chardonnay. Chestnut Hill, a vineyard on San Jose Soquel just below the Summit area. Foxx tells us it went to John Benedetti of Sante Arcangeli in Aptos. Swegles told us that the aligoté from Hawk Feather Vineyard in Saratoga was an absolute dream. He also got a meager crop of aligoté and syrah off the Ascona Vineyard on Skyline, a vineyard in the middle of an ownership change. According to Swegles, the Ascona chardonnay crop was very small—but good. Sadly, the gamay and chenin blanc were a complete loss. Mount Eden Vineyard apparently experienced very low yields as well, and Swegles reports that the yields from Peter Martin Ray Vineyard in Saratoga were the lowest ever. Swegles was able to score some nice sauvignon blanc grown by the Dorcich family in the Hecker Pass area of Gilroy. Bates Ranch on Redwood Retreat Road in the very southern portion of the Santa Cruz Mountains growing area yielded beautiful grenache and a great crop of sauvignon blanc as well. These will be produced under the Madson label. As always, it comes down to location, location, location. At Thomas Fogarty, where they are celebrating their 45th anniversary and the grand opening of the Redwood Room, they had their earliest harvest

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and Imperial Vineyard sauvignon blanc, planted on the shores of Lexington Reservoir. All these wines are made under his M. Mathis Winegrower label. Pretty much all the whites, which tend to flower earlier, were negatively impacted by unfavorable spring weather. Winter 2026 was late and bifurcated, setting up for a poor crop. January’s heat meant the vines never really shut down for their normal winter rest. This caused budbreak to occur far earlier than normal, only to be met with the cool and wet of February. This was followed by more heat and subsequent vine growth in March. Then a sudden April switch too cool and wet—just when the white varieties were flowering—caused a classic case of shatter, leading to overall poor fruit set. Growers like Ryan Beauregard in Bonny Doon called it one of the worst harvests ever, as his famed Coast Grade and Bald Mountain Vineyards were decimated. He literally had no crop to sell, and nothing with which to make wine for his own label—except for his estate zinfandel and cabernet (which are later flowering varieties). Vineyards on the Summit also suffered from the unfriendly grape weather. Dave Moulton of Burrell School Vineyards told us, “Yields are running about 33-40% of last year,” Moulton reported. He got just two tons off the pinot noir vines. Last year, he harvested seven. He said the estate chardonnay came in at about half of normal, although it was beautiful. “Clearly our poorest yield in 35 years,” he declared. Across Summit Road, Dan Lockteff, at Wrights Station Vineyard & Winery, reports that the only grapes still in the fermenter are cab franc from Lago Lomita Vineyard. Everything else is already in barrel. He declared it the earliest and probably smallest harvest ever. “Pinot noir harvest was Aug. 14, two weeks earlier than our previous record,” said Lokteff. “Yields were 20% of last year’s. Chardonnay came in two weeks later—also a record for earliest, with 30% yields. I guess that’s the positive for the year: Chardonnay was 50% better than pinot.” Vineyard consultant Ken Swegles told us that most of the vineyards at elevation along the Summit area got nailed. “All the pinot noir vineyards were down 75%. The vines up here are always impacted by cold, and we get usually 1.5 tons per acre. But this year, we were lucky to get .25 per acre.” There was some good news. Although small, the quality was great. Radonich Ranch pinot noir and chardonnay (Summit area) were quite good, despite being a tiny crop. A particularly splendid crop of chardonnay also came from Larry Carter’s

IN THE FERMENTER Taking stock of some marvelously magenta merlot. ever, with much lower yields, but great quality. The last pick of pinot noir came from Deerheart Vineyard on Alpine Road, with the final chardonnay fruit coming from Hacienda San Gregorio. Winemaker Nathan Kandler reports that the merlot crop was down 40% at Gist Ranch, which was actually better

than their pinot noir yields, which were dismal. As usual, nebbiolo was their last pick of the season. While a small harvest might help ease the grape glut, it's unfortunately biting the small producers—who’ve seen an uptick in demand for whites—really hard. Once again, Mother Nature doesn't care.

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DECADES OF BEACH TRAFFIC, AND THE PATH FORWARD r oB moor e , Los Gatos mayor

When I first got involved in local government, a woman who was like a grandmother to me began sharing old newspaper clippings. She grew up in Los Gatos and lived here into her 90s, long enough to watch orchards become neighborhoods. One clipping covered a 1970s Town Council election in which all five candidates named fixing traffic as a top priority. Clearly, that didn’t happen. Along with housing, traffic is still one of the two issues I hear about most from residents. With another beach traffic season behind us, it’s a good time to reflect on this decades-long challenge and look ahead.

The problem

Beach traffic typically hits Los Gatos on one to two dozen hot weekend days a year, and anyone who lives here knows how brutal those days can be. Residents often feel trapped in their own neighborhoods. What should be a quick drive to the grocery store can take an hour. On the worst days, some residents can’t get out of their own driveways. I’ve even heard from residents whose doorbells were rung by strangers stuck in traffic asking to use the bathroom. Our small businesses pay the price, too. Summer weekends should be among their busiest days, but instead, merchants watch gridlock outside their windows while would-be customers sit in their cars. Many business owners have told me that beach traffic rivals online shopping in its impact on their sales. Traffic is also a safety issue. Ambulances have to fight their way through stopped cars to reach our neighbors. The heaviest traffic days also tend to be our hottest, highest fire danger days. For families in the hills with limited ways out, the thought of evacuating through bumper-to-bumper traffic is frightening. Navigation apps like Waze and Google Maps have made beach traffic far worse by sending drivers off the freeway and into our neighborhoods. VTA data shows that during peak weekend hours, roughly 24% of cars on Highway 17 cut through town.

Past attempts

Despite years of effort, the problem persists. Los Gatos has tried closing South Santa Cruz Avenue at Wood Road (near the Toll House), piloted one-way traffic downtown, restricted turns in the Al-

SWELL SEASON With waves frequently as delicious as the ones rolling in to the Monterey Bay this week (such as this tasty nugget from Pleasure Point taken Monday at dusk), it’s no wonder tens of thousands of motorists from around the Bay Area clog Los Gatos’s main artery, Highway 17, on the regular. Mayor Rob Moore has some thoughts about how to solve the beach traffic scourge. mond Grove neighborhood and worked directly with navigation companies to keep traffic on 17. Unfortunately, these efforts helped only marginally or simply pushed traffic into other neighborhoods. Enforcement has its limits, too, because in the time it takes an officer to write one ticket, dozens of other drivers have made the same illegal turn. It’s clear that small fixes can’t solve this big problem. We have to address the root cause.

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Solving beach traffic starts with being honest about what we can change. About a million people live in San José, and on beautiful summer days, many of them want to go to Santa Cruz using the only convenient route there. Our goal shouldn’t be to stop beach traffic, but to keep it on Highway 17 and off our local streets. The problem starts near the Lark Avenue exit, where Highway 17 narrows from four lanes to two in about half a mile. Drivers see brake lights at that merge and exit to cut through town. That’s why I’m excited about the Highway 17 Corridor Congestion Relief Project,

a partnership between the Town, VTA and Caltrans. Advancing this project has been one of my top priorities as mayor, and last month the Town Council heard an update directly from the project team. The project adds a third lane in each direction between Lark Avenue and Highway 9, moving the bottleneck past the last exit into town, so drivers have little reason to leave the highway. It also reconfigures the outdated Highway 17/ Highway 9 cloverleaf, which I consider the most dangerous interchange in town, replacing it with longer ramps and a far safer crossing across Highway 9 for pedestrians, bicyclists, and cars alike. As Vice Chair of VTA’s Capital Program Committee, I helped secure $11 million for this project’s design and environmental review, which are nearly complete. The next challenge is funding construction for a project now estimated at $178 million, most of which VTA will cover while helping Los Gatos pursue grants for the rest. But construction is still a few years away, and residents shouldn’t have to wait that long for relief. In the meantime, I want to pilot something more

creative: congestion pricing on South Santa Cruz Avenue and Highway 9, the two southbound on-ramps drivers use to cut through town. The tolls would only switch on during peak beach traffic, and prices would rise with demand, negating the incentive to leave the highway. The beauty of a pilot is that if residents dislike the tolls more than the traffic, we can turn them off. Finally, we need better alternatives to driving. I’ve worked to add bus benches around town, and I support our Transportation Commission’s proposal to give every Los Gatos High School student and staff member a free VTA pass, along with making transit free for seniors. I feel a real obligation to act on this issue, and I would rather make a mistake of action than of inaction. A quote attributed to Teddy Roosevelt has stuck with me: “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” Someday, someone may come across a clipping of this column. My hope is that they’ ll smile, because this time, Los Gatos did the right thing.

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A GOOD RUN The Los Gatos High School girls cross country team competed in the Asics Clovis Invitational on Oct. 10, one of the most prestigious meets in the Western U.S. are doing quite well, but they’re just less experienced and younger.” On the boys team, junior Kevin Sacco has been consistently strong, with first, second, sixth and 19th-place finishes prior to the Asics Invitational. He established a massive 38-second PR in the Woodbridge Classic. “Kevin is solid and is running a lot faster this year,” Elmore said. “He’s a year older, physically stronger and he trained aggressively throughout the summer. In past years he peaked too early, so this year he’s either physically strong enough to handle his preseason training regimen, or he hasn’t peaked yet, which is a great sign. So we’re very happy with that.” There’s plenty of fast company behind Sacco as well. Senior Peter Malone, junior Finn Allan and freshman Batu Duygulutuna have also excelled, as each have posted either a season-best or PR over specific distances or courses this season. In the Asics Invitational, Allan was the team’s top finisher in the 240-participant Division III field, placing 55th. Duygulutuna was 61st, Sacco 62nd and Malone 92nd. Duygulutuna is coming on fast, having placed 40th, 57th and 24th in his three prior races before his solid showing in the Asics

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The physical and mental demands of competing in cross country is rivaled by few other sports. That’s why Los Gatos coaches Geoff Elmore and Ibet Allan stress the importance of having fun and building upon workouts to keep their athletes fresh for the duration of the season. The Wildcats are quietly enjoying a fine season, hitting their marks with the plan to peak come November, the month of the Central Coast Section and CIF State Championships. On the girls side, seniors Piper Pyle and Elise Greenstreet along with junior Kiley Horwitz lead the way. Pyle advanced to the CIF State Meet last season, putting together a career-best performance at Crystal Springs to earn the final spot in Division II. Pyle and Greenstreet have an opportunity to earn individual state berths this season, though they’ll have to be at their best as competition is fierce. Pyle is coming off a career-best performance in the prestigious Asics Clovis Invitational on Oct. 10, covering 5,000 meters in 18 minutes, 56.4 seconds, besting her previous best time by 23 seconds at the Woodward Park Course. The result was another feather in the cap for Pyle, who has been remarkably consistent from the get-go. She placed third in the season-opening Ed Sias Invitational before a solid 14th-place showing in the ultra-competitive Woodbridge Classic on Sept. 19. Her time of 18:00.7 established a 22-second PR in that event. Four days later in the first Santa Clara Valley Athletic League Meet at Baylands Park on Sept. 23, Pyle finished fourth in 19:41.9. Given the level of competition in the Woodbridge and Asics meets, Pyle has been particularly sharp in her race performances. Greenstreet and Horwitz are also putting together terrific seasons. In the SCVAL meet, Greenstreet placed sixth in 19:47.1 and Horwitz 12th in 20:18.2 over the 3.1mile course. After the top three, there’s a significant dropoff. “Piper, Elise and Kiley are more experienced runners and faster by a lot,” Elmore said. “The other girls behind them

NAILING IT The Wildcats’ boys cross country team has been hitting their marks all season, including a fine performance in the Asics Invitational at Woodward Park in Fresno.

Invitational. He’s earned rave reviews from Elmore, who isn’t one for hyperbolic statements. “There’s a good chance you’ll be writing about Batu beyond Los Gatos and into the future—he’s that strong,” Elmore said. “His lifetime miles are pretty high for a kid his age, and that’s helped him remain injury free. Batu has been able to

handle a training load that’s higher than most freshmen and his body is responding exceptionally well. I can’t wait to see how he does the rest of the season.” Senior Jackson Cresta (17:12.1), sophomore Casey Allan (17:36.8) and senior Luciano Pucci (17:42.9) rounded out the team’s effort at Asics, one of the biggest meets in the Western U.S.

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THE WALL Defense proved to be crucial in this game, with the Wildcats holding the Pitt offense to a field goal late in the game. That ultimately gave Los Gatos the chance to go for the win.

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The fourth time was the charm. After losing to perennial state power Pittsburg High School in each of the last three years, the Wildcats beat their nemesis in thrilling fashion, 28-27, on Oct. 2. Trailing 24-14 a minute into the fourth quarter, Los Gatos engineered one of its best comebacks in recent memory, capped by Jack Siri’s 16-yard touchdown pass to Shane Harmer with 24 seconds remaining. The Wildcats (5-1) still had to convert

the point-after try and knock down a Hail Mary pass in the end zone as time expired to seal the outcome. They did just that, setting off a wild celebration. “This shows them a life lesson that if you keep persevering, keep fighting, good things will come of it,” Wildcats coach Mark Krail said on Get Sports Focus. On the game-winning TD drive, Siri connected with Devonte Troutt, Kade Duebelbeis, Josh Pearman and Harmer for a number of clutch plays. However, it was a touchdown-saving tackle from Ben Booysen on the Pirates’ prior possession that put Los Gatos in a position to win in the first place. Ken Ward caught a pass in the flat and was racing down the left side-

line with nothing but daylight ahead of him when Booysen took the right angle, dove and tripped Ward in the red zone. The Pirates ended up settling for a short field goal to go up 27-21 with 2:24 left, giving Siri and the offense plenty of time to march down the field. Siri completed 13-of-22 passes for 140 yards, two TDs and no interceptions. Troutt was a workhorse, carrying the ball 21 times for 100 yards while adding 67 yards receiving. In addition to scoring two TDs, Harmer put Los Gatos in good field position with a handful of long kickoff returns. The defense did a superb job in the second half, holding the Pirates at bay. Max Green had an interception and along with Booysen,

Jack Curtis, Lane Newman, and Steven Poppe were the tackle leaders. Teams are always in danger of suffering a letdown the week after a seminal win, but not the Wildcats. Their 4928 victory over Sacred Heart Prep in a Peninsula Athletic League Bay Division opener on Oct. 10 cemented their status as one of the top five teams in the Central Coast Section. Los Gatos used a 14-0 third quarter surge to pull away for the road victory. Jack Siri completed 7-of-12 passes for 221 yards—that’s 31.6 yards per completion—for three touchdowns and no interceptions. Devonte Troutt rushed for 92 yards on 12 carries and two TDs, and Shane Harmer added three receptions for 36 yards. They next host the King’s Academy on Oct. 15, with kickoff set for 7:30pm.

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HUNT-SCOTT PLANNING FOR THE DAY DEMOCRATS REGAIN POWER D r ew P eN Ner , Editor

Kitty corner from the gourmet butcher on a tree-lined Los Gatos avenue, I ascended to a sufficiently opulent second-floor office past a unique display of circular lights affixed to the wall. I was greeted warmly and offered bottled water. Then, Shannon Hunt-Scott introduced herself and ushered me into her plush office—and towards royal purple chairs where our interview would take place. She won’ t say whose bums have warmed these seats in recent days, as she and her husband, Kevin Scott, the Microsoft CTO who purchased this building a few years back, cast around for who to throw their weight behind for president in the 2028 election. “A lot of people” have graced the purple chairs, is all she’ll reveal for now, adding they’re looking at candidates who align with their values, but also “have a real shot” at bringing home the win. Famously, they’ve brought Jill and Joe Biden, as well as Kamala Harris, to Los Gatos in recent years for fundraisers. On Sept. 29, the abortion rights and family planning advocacy organization Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly National Association for the Repeal of Abortion Laws) announced Shannon Hunt-Scott had been elected its new C4 Chair of its Board of Directors. When I asked her about Harris’s time at her home in Los Gatos, Hunt-Scott brought up a story illustrating the transformational power of diversity. I’d forgotten that Harris’s initial visit had occurred in the wake of the June 24, 2022 6-3 US Supreme Court Decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization that struck down the right to an abortion, overruling both Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey. I definitely remember how sweltering it was that day as I waited to photograph Vice President Kamala Harris’s motorcade that would wind its way up through the Los Gatos hills to Hunt-Scott’s house six days later. “I’ve known her for a while, and she knows that a huge piece of my advocacy sits in the reproductive rights space,” she said. “She is—remains—the tip of the spear on reproductive rights.” Hunt-Scott pinged everyone in her contact list. “Now is your moment to show up,” was her message. “It was really important to me to bring as many people that care about the issue as possible.” In the end, 125 donors attended the high-ticket event, and Hunt-Scott credits the Los Gatos gathering with helping

Biden outperform historical norms at the ballot box. “The 2022 midterms could have been much worse for the Democrats,” she said. “That was really a big moment.” But it’s a much more private one that sticks out to her: a dear friend’s daughter, who is Black and Latina, getting to meet Kamala Harris, a powerful woman of Indian and Jamaican heritage. “He was like, ‘It was lifechanging,’” Hunt-Scott said, recalling how her friend described the interaction between the little girl and the woman who was first-inline to the presidency. “That’s what opportunity is supposed to be about.” Hunt-Scott doesn’t necessarily believe that identity politics is what cost Harris the presidency and ushered in Donald Trump’s second-term reign, as was claimed by Democrats' own assessment of the 2024 results. She pins the failure more on poor communication about kitchen table issues. “We didn’t do a good job of conveying, like, we want to bring down the price of groceries,” she said. “If you look at this cycle—and the trainwreck that is our current economic moment—our job moving into the midterms is that voters know that we are going to do everything in our power to remedy that.” As Hunt-Scott has ascended to the leadership of a major pro-abortion group, the wedge issue has decreased in prominence in the political sphere, at least for now. However, in our interview she was quick to link cost-of-living to family planning. “Nothing costs more than raising a family,” she said. “There’s no way to actually pull apart affordability from reproductive rights.” Her tone wasn’t combative so much as dripping with optimism. “We have to build more affordable housing. We have to end the war so we can bring gas prices down,” she said. “There are opportunities to work back towards a better place for all of America.” Given this inclusive language struck a note of outreach to the so-called flyover regions of the country and rural portions of coastal states, I bring up a conversation I’d had, days earlier, with the mother of a friend, who used to live in Orange County. When I’d told her I was preparing to interview the wife of a Microsoft executive who’d just been named the head of a group that’s in favor of restoring access to abortions, she bristled. As a devout Catholic who believes that life begins at conception, she’s one of many who follow a religion led by a guy from Chicago who feels at odds with the way reproductive rights are discussed in America. And I couldn’t help but think about how much community support there was in Los Gatos for the St. Mary’s of the Immaculate Conception fundraiser last weekend. So,

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WATCHFUL EYE Shannon Hunt-Scott, at her desk in Los Gatos, in front of a custom portrait of former Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

I looked it up and discovered that about a quarter to a third of people in this state follow that particular religion. (A 2023-24 study from the Pew Research Center found that 25% of Californians identify as Catholic, whereas the California Catholic Conference puts the share at 30%). I’ve heard plenty of liberals and progressives bemoan how Trump has stoked divisions, and about how life was so much better when Americans were able to talk to each other. So, I asked HuntScott if she’d be willing to extend an olive branch to people like my friend’s mom by, say, participating in a respectful discussion on staunchly anti-abortion Relevant Radio, the Catholic network heard in Los Gatos on AM 1200, as a way to seek helpful compromises—or at least

newfound respect and understanding— with those who see things differently. She seemed a little taken aback by the question, though perhaps I misread her reaction. “I’d want to give it some more thought. I don’t think it’s a hard ‘No,’” she said, not exactly enthused with the idea. “There is so much work to be done in rallying our own side.” Instead, she says, she’s been focused on what the Democrats can do once they regain the levers of power. “Are we going to see a court vacancy on the other side of Nov. 3?” she asked, referring to a potential retirement of justice Samuel Alito or Clarence Thomas. “That, to my mind, is the top thing for folks on our side to be thinking about in the near future.”

MONTE SERENO YOUTH TAKE THE LEAD ON EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

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The Monte Sereno Youth Commission is helping residents prepare for wildfires, earthquakes, power outages and other disasters by launching an ambitious initiative to build and distribute emergency “go bags” to every household in Monte Sereno. Led by Youth Commission Vice Chair Stella Zeidler and Secretary Corinne Chou, this communitywide effort puts young people at the forefront of local resilience. From developing a business plan and designing Go Bags, to securing funding and partnerships, to conducting marketing through social media, and even coordinating distribution, these young leaders are gaining invaluable real-world experience while making a tangible difference.

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Let us help you with your next Cutline: (Aug 11 Monte Sereno Youth Commissionrebranding, Phoproduct launch, to) YOUNG LEADERS media campaign, digital initiative, website redesign or image refresh. Members of the Monte Sereno Youth Commission discussed emergency preparedness ideas at their regularly-scheduled meeting Aug. 11. Credit: City of Monte Sereno PQ Commission makes progress on 'Go Bags' plan

“This is youth leadership in action, turning ideas into impact and empowering the next generation to help protect their community and build a stronger, safer Monte Sereno,” a City spokesperson said in a release. This month, the youth commission will continue to focus on issues related to defensible space, home safety and wildfire awareness. City of Monte Sereno

YOUNG LEADERS Members of the Monte Sereno Youth Commission discussed emergency preparedness ideas at their regularly-scheduled meeting Aug. 11.

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Last Saturday evening at La Rinconada Country Club, the “Metamorphosis” fashion show offered up an enthralling spectacle in support of Pacific Clinics. Professional models, along with locals and clients of the organization delivered an exceptional gathering of fun and fundraising, alongside a delicious dinner.

Why ‘Metamorphosis’?

Before the show, I got chatting with Jasmine Randolph. I understood her to be an integral component of this Metamorphosis evening of fashion and philanthropy. “I’ve been with Pacific Clinics since I was 12 years old,” she said. “I used to live there (Eastfield Ming Quong campus) dealing with trauma and recovering from it. In May, I shared my story at ‘Hearts & Hands Spring Celebration’ held at Nestldown.” (Note: that event raised $500,000 for Pacific Clinics.)

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“When I was 16, I decided that I wanted to kind of change things for the better…to try something new,” Randolph continued. “I graduated high school early and started college at 17, studying recovery topics." She explained that designer Dustin David was inspired by her story. “He wanted to kick off this fashion show based on my story, which is why it is named Metamorphosis—for my transformation.” From challenging early days to the echelons of higher learning. Randolph was also a model in the show.

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David is the creative director and owner of the Dustin David Salon, in Los Gatos. “He said he really loved my story,” Randolph said. “He said he was moved by it, and motivated, and that he would love to do a fashion show with me and other Hope Center youth to kind of represent the transformation in growth we went through (with Pacific Clinics) and call it ‘Metamorphosis,’ you know—a butterfly theme.” As we know, a caterpillar metamorphoses into a butterfly. It’s a complete reinvention. That spirit would be evident in the clothing on display. Randolph is two semesters away from obtaining her alcohol counselor certification. She plans to pursue one for drug counseling in the future. “It’s a way of giving back.” It seems that this butterfly is ready to fly.

David and DeMonsi pull it off

David and Darren DeMonsi, senior director of fund development at Pa-

RADIANCE Colorful patterns and stunning positivity were the hallmarks of the “Metamorphosis” runway show in support of Pacific Clinics over the weekend at La Rinconada Country Club.

cific Clinics, worked hard to pull off this seamless show—David with his forward-thinking, edgy creativity and DeMonsi via coordination and promoting Pacific Clinics’ outreach. The presentation of the boutique wares on the models showed us new looks and traditional styles in today’s fabrics and careful garment ensembles. The “Los Gatos look” was featured prominently: Boots with a dress? Yes. Shorts with boots? Yes, again. Some of these fits were one of a kind. Some were assembled to demonstrate the carefree outdoorsy— yet tailored—presentation so frequently flaunted around town.

Boutiques showcase style

The fashions for this show came from four local style outlets: Bella Rosa, In the Olde Manner, Kismet and Jennifer Croll. Santa Cruz leather designer Mariclare McKnight and I.B. Bayo, a fiber artist from Nigeria, added unexpected flair and batik prints.

Overall, it was quite a well-mixed variety of styles, colors and messages. McKnight stated that she sees clothing as sculpture—and her leather outfit certainly displayed this ethos. During the pre-show—before dinner was served—models wandered through the crowd in their gorgeous outfits. Getting a close-up look was welcomed. Butterflies adorned multiple outfits.

Fundraising jewels

Just inside La Rinconada’s main hall, a long table of designer jewels from Ashley Ashoff (Paris, ashleyashoff.com) were on display. And 20% of sales went to Pacific Clinics. Luxurious scarves also caught my eye.

Delicious dinner

And what was for dinner? Filet mignon with shrimp and asparagus. And in terms of sponsors?: Swenson Foundation, Jim & Marianne Nelson, Darrell Evora, Sue Ramar & Steve Kottmeier, and Winston Champagne Bar with Joseph George

wines. Case Swenson was also a model, along with daughter Sloanne. The music volume was turned up, indicating the show was about to begin. Bella Rosa’s elevated presentation suggested a boutique shopping adventure. From In the Olde Manner, we got vintage-to-modern via everything from cocktail attire to wedding dresses—custom styling where dreams become reality. Kismet’s elegant-everyday approach echoed their Autumn Allure Fashion Show turn from last month; then it was on to Jennifer Croll fabulous ensembles for men. But let’s not forget why we went—to further the work of Pacific Clinics, whose programs include: Social Groups for Social Delays, The Hope Drop-In Center (for youths 16-25 in our area) and the Trusted Response Urgent Support Team, which is a partnership between three social service agencies in Santa Clara County that provide urgent help for people struggling with mental health and substance use conditions.

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PUBLIC NOTICES Fictitious Business Name Statements FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #729991 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Nova Haven Products, 2. Westland Building Supply, 3. Central Coast Construction Supply, 2010 El Camino Real, #1293, Santa Clara, CA 95050, Prime Construction Supply LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Chonggao Xu. CEO. B20260348563. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/01/2026. (pub LG 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14/2026) File Number: FBN730310. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. SOUTH BAY REAL ESTATE GROUP, 1900 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124. This business is conducted by: An Individual, RON J BONHAGEN, 1900 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 06/14/2009 and 09/14/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Ron J Bonhagen /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14/2026) File Number: File Number: FBN730314. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Inspired Path, 6096 Calle de Amor, San Jose, CA 95124. This business is conducted by: An Individual, KIRSTEN McGLYNN, 6096 Calle de Amor, San Jose, CA 95124. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/14/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Kirsten McGlynn /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730316 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Layers Of Self, 20688 4th Street, Suite #1, Saratoga, CA 95070, Meenal Chaudhari. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 08/13/2016. /s/ Meenal Chaudhari. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/14/2026. (pub LG 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14/2026) File Number: FBN730123. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. TERA CANDLES, 2. TERA CANDLES BOUTIQUE, 2240 Angela Ct, Apt 7, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: An Individual, ARACELI R CONSTANZA, 2240 Angela Ct, Apt 7, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/11/2025 and 09/04/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Araceli R Constanza /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/23, 09/30, 10/07, 10/14/2026) File Number: FBN730406. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. DashMed Consulting, 4063 Valerie Drive, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: An Individual, CONOR HENEGHAN, 4063 Valerie Drive, Campbell, CA 95008, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/16/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Conor Heneghan /s/. (Pub LGN: 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730412 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Aru Air Care, 385 River Oaks Parkway, #2008, San Jose, CA 95134, Berd Plumbing LLC. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Almazbek Shamsharbek Uulu. Manager. 202359913979. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/16/2026. (pub LG 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) File Number: FBN729532. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. THE EVEREST KITCHEN, 520 Lawrence Expy #310, Sunnyvale, CA 94085. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, HIMALAYAN SAFFRON CUSINE INC, 1627 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road, Sunnyvale, VS 94087. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/17/2026 and 08/17/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. HIMALAYAN SAFFRON CUSINE INC, Article/Reg # B20260106756, Above Entity was Formed in the State of California. /s/ PRAKASH BAN /s/ CEO. (Pub LGN: 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026)

File Number: FBN730473. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. LYD LAW, 97 E Brokaw Rd Ste 320, San Jose, CA 95112. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, LYD LAW, 97 E Brokaw Rd Ste 320, San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 01/06/2015 and 09/18/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Elaine Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. LYD LAW, Article/Reg # 4014993, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Yuandi Li /s/ Owner. (Pub LGN: 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #729780 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Florecer Arts Company, 2. Florecer Dance Studios, 3454 Tokay Way, San Jose, CA, 95148, Debra C Avelar-Castenada. This business is being conducted by an Individual. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 02/01/2026. /s/Debra Avelar-Castenada. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 08/25/2026. (pub LG 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730614 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Viam General, 2189 Monterey Road, Suite 260, San Jose, CA 95125, Tech Bay General. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/ Steven Chien Tran. CEO. B20260213559. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/23/2026. (pub LG 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730622 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Agape Schools, 2. Neighborhood Christian Schools, 3. Neighborhood Christian Preschool, 4, Neighborhood Christian Center, 5. Hillside Neighborhood Academy, 6. Neighborhood Preschool Academy, 2315 Canoas Garden Ave, San Jose, CA 95125, . This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein on 06/07/1982. /s/ Genia Sue Phillips. Corporate Secretary. 1075059. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/23/2026. (pub LG 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) File Number: FBN729835. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. I AND I EC, 300 Union Ave Apt. 3, Campbell, CA 95008. This business is conducted by: An Individual, JAMES RICHARD PETERS II, 300 Union Ave Apt. 3, Campbell, CA 95008. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/26/2026 and 08/26/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ James R Peters II /s/ (Pub LGN: 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) File Number: FBN730311. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. IM B TRADING, 910 South 6th St., San Jose, CA 95112. This business is conducted by: An Individual, IXTA MAYA BAUTISTA, 910 South 6th St., San Jose, CA 95112. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 09/14/2026 and 09/14/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Ixta Maya Bautista /s/ (Pub LGN: 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) File Number: FBN730391. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Zavanche, 2144 Bello Ave., San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Richard Rizio, 2144 Bello Ave., San Jose, CA 95125. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/26/2026 and 09/16/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Richard Rizio /s/ (Pub LGN: 09/30, 10/07, 10/14, 10/21/2026) File Number: FBN730683. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. WILD PEACE COUNSELING, 15732 Los Gatos Blvd 3072, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, MICHAELA SUE LUCK, 15732 Los Gatos Blvd 3072, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/25/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Michaela Luck /s/ (Pub LGN: 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28/2026) File Number: FBN730700. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD PUBLISHING, 20289 Stevens Creek Blvd #1232, Cupertino, CA 95014. This business is conducted by: An Individual,

ANNA MARIE RODRIGUEZ, 20289 Stevens Creek Blvd #1232, Cupertino, CA 95014. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/25/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Anna Marie Rodriguez /s/ (Pub LGN: 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28/2026) File Number: FBN730704. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. GUS’S COMMUNITY MARKET, 15980 Los Gatos Boulevard, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company, GUS’S MARKET LOS GATOS, LLC, 2200 Jerrold Avenue Suite A, San Francisco, CA 94124. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 09/24/2026 and 09/25/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. GUS’S MARKET LOS GATOS, LLC, Article/Reg # B20260218174, Above Entity was Formed in the State of CA. /s/ Bobby Vardakastanis /s/ Managing Member. (Pub LGN: 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28/2026) File Number: FBN730721. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. TOJOPHOTO, 14525 Deer Park Court, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, THOMAS JORDAN, 14525 Deer Park Court, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/28/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Corinne Vasquez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Thomas Jordan /s/. (Pub LGN: 10/07, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28/2026) File Number: FBN730923. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. WEAR24 JEWELRY, 1525 Elwood Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032. This business is conducted by: An Individual, JASPAL KAUR KUMAR, 1525 Elwood Drive, Los Gatos, CA 95032. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 10/01/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Jaspal Kaur Kumar /s/. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026)

legals@losgatan.com File Number: FBN730593. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. KIKABOO CREATIONS, 1290 Leigh Ave #1, San Jose, CA 95126. This business is conducted by: An Individual, PAMELA HODGDON LYRA, 1290 Leigh Ave #1, San Jose, CA 95126. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/01/2014 and 09/23/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Pamela Lyra /s/. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026) File Number: FBN730272. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. Guest Badges, 201 Twelve Oaks Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95030. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Sheldon Gilbert, 201 Twelve Oaks Rd., Los Gatos, CA 95030. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/11/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Hilda Cedillo /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Sheldon Gilbert /s/. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026) File Number: FBN730272. The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1. BANAH BAY REMODELING, 2336 Kruse Dr., San Jose, CA 95131. This business is conducted by: An Individual, Alejandro Cruz Aguilar, 2336 Kruse Dr., San Jose, CA 95131. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable and 09/25/2026 is the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Mike Louie /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. /s/ Alejandro Cruz Aguilar /s/. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730686 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Courtesy Electric Inc, 213 E Maude Ave #105, Sunnyvale, CA 94085. This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Above entity was formed in the state of California. Registrant has not yet began business under the fictitious business name or names listed herein. /s/Mike Valenzuela. CEO. 6031359. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa Clara County on 09/25/2026. (pub LG 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026)

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PUBLIC NOTICES Summary of Proceedings

Otto Lee, District 3, President Sylvia Arenas, District 1, Vice President Betty Dương, District 2 Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Margaret Abe-Koga, District 5

James R. Williams County Executive Tony LoPresti County Counsel Curtis Boone Clerk of the Board

SUMMARY OF PROCEEDINGS October 6, 2026 9:30 AM Regular Meeting BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CHAMBERS 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA

necessary actions in connection therewith. (4/5 Vote) Resolution # BOS-2026-107 (ID# 130368) 9.c RESULT: Adopted

d. Adopt Resolution of the Board of the Santa Clara County Financing Authority approving the issuance by the Santa Clara County Financing Authority of not to exceed $515,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Lease Revenue Bonds (Capital Facilities), 2026 Series B; authorizing the sale of such bonds by competitive or negotiated sale; authorizing the forms of and the execution and delivery of a first supplemental trust agreement, first amendment to facilities lease, first amendment to facilities sublease, official statement, bond purchase agreement, official notice of sale, notice of intention to sell, continuing disclosure agreement, and related financing documents; and, approving the taking of all necessary actions in connection therewith. Resolution # FA-2026-2 (ID# 130369) The Board of Supervisors, sitting as the Governing Board of the Santa Clara County Financing Authority, took the following action: 9.d RESULT: Adopted

Telephone (408) 299-5001 SANTA CLARA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SPECIAL DISTRICTS THE FIRE DISTRICTS FINANCING AUTHORITY PUBLIC AUTHORITY OF SANTA CLARA COUNTY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 2-3 COUNTY LIGHTING SERVICE AREA

Time Certain - To Be Heard No Earlier Than 11:00 a.m. 10. Approve referral to Administration to report to the Board no later than January 2027 with an assessment of all available opportunities for the County to strengthen the existing community-driven worker-owned cooperative ecosystem that centers excluded workers. (Duong/Ellenberg) (ID# 130650)

Opening

Taken out of order after Item No. 5a.

1. Roll Call. President Lee called the meeting to order at 9:33 a.m. A quorum was present. Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Sylvia Arenas Vice President Present Betty Duong Supervisor Present Otto Lee President Present Susan Ellenberg Supervisor Present Margaret Abe-Koga Supervisor Present 2. Pledge of Allegiance. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. Invocation by Sonya Tetnowski, Chief Executive Officer, Indian Health Center of Santa Clara Valley. (Duong) (ID# 130655) The Invocation was received. Summary of Proceedings

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Thirty-three individuals addressed the Board. 10 RESULT: Approved Board of Supervisors and Board Appointees 11. Receive report from County Executive, including updates relating to State and Federal budget developments. James R. Williams, County Executive, provided information relating to November 2026 General Election preparations by the Registrar of Voters, and abnormal weather event preparations by the Office of Emergency Management. Mr. Williams announced that Flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics are available to all County employees in various locations starting October 14, 2026. Lastly, he recognized the observation of Latino Heritage Month and Filipino American Heritage Month. 11 RESULT: Received 12. Receive report from County Counsel relating to legal issues Board andofClosed Session Supervisors, County of Santa Clara meeting of October 5, 2026. October 6, 2026 Tony LoPresti, County Counsel, stated that at the October 5, 2026 Closed Session Page 4 of 25 meeting by 4-0 vote with Supervisor Abe-Koga absent, the Board authorized the County to initiate litigation in two matters. Mr. LoPresti further stated that the names of the actions and defendants, as well as the substance of the litigations, shall be disclosed after formal commencement, to any person upon inquiry.

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4. Announce Adjournments in Memoriam. (See Item No. 20) a. Adjourn in honor and memory of Nick Villalobos. (Ellenberg) (ID# 130623) Page 1 of 25 The Adjournment was announced.

5. Commendations and Proclamations. (See Item No. 65) The Proclamations were presented. a. Present Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "Employee Ownership Month" in Santa Clara County. (Duong) Taken out of order after Item No. 9. b. Present Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "Burn Awareness and Survivor Month" in Santa Clara County. (Ellenberg) Taken out of order after Item No. 4. c. Present Proclamation declaring October as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in Santa Clara County. (Abe-Koga) Public Issues 6. Public Comment. (See Item No. 19) (ID# 130676) Seven individuals addressed the Board. 7. Approve Consent Calendar and changes to the Board of Supervisors Agenda. Item No. 13 was added to the Consent Calendar. Item No. 14 was held to October 20, 2026. Item No. 16 was held to November 3, 2026. Item No. 17 was held to date uncertain. Corrections were noted to Item Nos. 41, 64, and 65l. 7 RESULT: Approved as Amended Time Certain - To Be Heard No Earlier Than 10:00 a.m. 8. Continued from September 15, 2026 (Item No. 11): Public Hearing to consider adjustment of fees for animal services. (Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency) a. Public hearing to consider adjustment of fees for animal services provided by the Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency. (ID# 128197) i. Open public hearing and receive testimony. Summary of Proceedings

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ii. Close public hearing. October 6, 2026 President Lee opened the public hearing. No public testimony was received. President Lee closed the public hearing. Page 2 of 25 Vice President Arenas requested that Administration consider organizing fundraisers to offset the cost of animal services fee waivers. 8.a RESULT: Hearing Closed b. Adopt Resolution adjusting fees for various animal care and control services provided by the Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency. Resolution # BOS-2026-106 (ID# 128194) 8.b RESULT: Adopted 9. Public Hearing - Santa Clara County Financing Authority Lease Revenue Bonds (Capital Facilities), 2026 Series B. (Finance Agency) a. Public hearing to consider Resolution approving the proposed issuance by the Santa Clara County Financing Authority of not to exceed $515,000,000 aggregate principal amount of lease revenue bonds (Capital Facilities), 2026 Series B. (ID# 130367) i. Open public hearing and receive testimony. ii. Close public hearing. President Lee opened the public hearing. No public testimony was received. President Lee closed the public hearing. Vice President Arenas requested that Administration schedule a study session at a future Board meeting relating to strategies to support the Capital Improvement Plan, including through general obligation bonds and collaboration with cities. 9.a RESULT: Hearing Closed b. Adopt Resolution declaring the official intent of the County of Santa Clara to reimburse certain expenditures from proceeds of indebtedness. Resolution # BOS-2026-108 (ID# 130314) 9.b RESULT: Adopted

Mr. LoPresti stated that at the October 5, 2026 Closed Session meeting by 4-0 vote with Supervisor Abe-Koga absent, the Board authorized the County to file or join an amicus curiae brief. He further stated that the names of the actions and parties, as well as the substance of the litigation, shall be disclosed once the brief is filed, to any person upon inquiry. President Lee recessed the meeting at 12:17 p.m. 12 RESULT: Received

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21.a RESULT:APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga b. Approve minutes of the September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting. 21.b RESULT:APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga Social Services Agency 22. Consider recommendations relating to the Differential Response Program. (LA) (ID# 130315) Possible action: a. Approve retroactive Ninth Amendment to Agreement with Gardner Family Health Network relating to providing Differential Response Services, increasing the maximum contract amount by $571,703 from $6,139,343 to $6,711,046, and extending the agreement for a 12-month period through June 30, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. An exception to Board of Supervisors Policy 5.4.5.4, Length of Term of Contracts, has been approved by the Office of Countywide Contracting Management. b. Approve retroactive Ninth Amendment to Agreement with Pacific Clinics relating to providing Differential Response Services, increasing the maximum contract amount by $571,703 from $6,139,343 to $6,711,046, and extending the agreement for a 12-month period through June 30, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. An exception to Board of Supervisors Policy 5.4.5.4, Length of Term of Contracts, has been approved by the Office of Countywide Contracting Management. c. Approve retroactive Ninth Amendment to Agreement with Rebekah Children's Services relating to providing Differential Response Services, increasing the maximum contract amount by $379,670 from $4,092,690 to $4,472,360, and extending the agreement for a 12-month period through June 30, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. An exception to Board of Supervisors Policy 5.4.5.4, Length of Term of Contracts, has been approved by the Office of Countywide Contracting Management. d. Approve retroactive Ninth Amendment to Agreement with Seneca Family of Agencies relating to providing Differential Response Services, increasing the maximum contract amount by $379,670 from $4,092,690 to $4,472,360, and Summary of Proceedings Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara extending the agreement for a 12-month period through June 30, 2027, thatOctober has 6, 2026 been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality.Page An 7 of 25 exception to Board of Supervisors Policy 5.4.5.4, Length of Term of Contracts, has been approved by the Office of Countywide Contracting Management. 22 RESULT: Approved 23. Approve Tenth Amendment to Interagency Agreement with the In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority relating to notifying the California Department of Social Services of changes to the Public Authority hourly rate adjusting the rate from $27.49 to $28.47 effective January 1, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. (ID# 130377) 23 RESULT: Approved In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority

Regular Agenda - Items for Discussion 13. Receive report from the Office of the County Executive and the Department of Planning and Development relating to final recommendations for the Permitting Process Transformation Project. (ID# 129840) Added to the Consent Calendar at the request of Supervisor Abe-Koga. 13 RESULT: Received 14. Held from September 15, 2026 (Item No. 24): Receive report from the Office of the County Counsel and the Office of the Sheriff relating to potential flexibility for Military Equipment Mid-Cycle purchases. (ID# 130252) Held to October 20, 2026 at the request of the Sheriff and Administration. 14 RESULT: Held Next: 10/20/2026 9:30 AM 15. Held from September 15, 2026 (Item No. 23): Receive report from the Department of Family and Children’s Services relating to the County of Santa Clara Child Welfare Services System Improvement Plan Combined Progress Report for 20222027. (ID# 130269) President Lee reconvened the meeting at 1:00 pm. with Vice President Arenas and Supervisor Ellenberg present. Supervisor Duong returned to her seat at 1:02 p.m.

24. Approve Tenth Amendment to Interagency Agreement with the County of Santa Clara relating to notifying the California Department of Social Services of changes to the Public Authority hourly rate adjusting the rate from $27.49 to $28.47 effective January 1, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. (ID# 130437) 24 RESULT: Approved 25. Approve Agreement with County of Santa Clara, dba Valley Health Plan, relating to providing medical insurance benefits for eligible In-Home Supportive Services Independent Providers in an amount not to exceed $328,151,517 for period January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with four one-year extension options, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. (ID# 130452) 25 RESULT: Approved Valley Health Plan 26. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.22, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27, relating to compensation of employees deleting one Messenger Driver position in Valley Health Plan. (ID# 130430) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on October 6, 2026.

Supervisor Abe-Koga returned to her seat at 1:07 p.m.

• Adopt (Final) on October 20, 2026.

Two individuals addressed the Board. Vice Chairperson Arenas requested that Administration include in the next System Improvement Plan (SIP) cycle report information relating to recidivism as an outcome Summarymeasure. of Proceedings Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara

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Vice Chairperson Arenas requested that Administration include the African American Page 5 of 25 Community Service Agency in future presentations where possible. At the request of Vice Chairperson Arenas, the Board directed Administration to incorporate into the next Child Welfare Services SIP information relating to the discrepancy in the reoccurrence numbers; disaggregated demographic data of the Latino community; underreporting and overrepresentation of the Black community; department compliance strategies; and, actions taken to ensure child safety while risk assessments and safety plans are pending. 15 RESULT: Received 16. Held from August 25, 2026 (Item No. 19): Receive report from the Office of the County Executive and the Office of the County Counsel relating to adoption of a Generative Artificial Intelligence Policy. Held to November 3, 2026 at the request of Administration. 16 RESULT: Held Next: 11/03/2026 9:30 AM 17. Under advisement from June 16, 2026 Budget Hearing (Item No. 40): Receive report from the Office of the County Executive and Procurement Department relating to implementation of the new contract management system. Held to date uncertain at the request of Administration. 17 RESULT: Held

26 RESULT: ADOPTED (PRELIM.) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga Summary of Proceedings Public Health Department

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Page 8 of 25 27. Consider recommendations relating to California Department of Public Health Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health funding. Resolution # BOS-2026-109 (ID# 130512) Possible action: a. Approve delegation of authority to the Director, Public Health Department, to submit Grant Application to the California Department of Public Health relating to grant funding for maternal, child, and adolescent health programs in the amount of $40,684,562 for period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. b. Adopt Resolution delegating authority to the County Executive, or designee, to negotiate, execute, amend, or terminate revenue agreement with the California Department of Public Health to provide grant funding for maternal, child, and adolescent health programs in an estimated amount not to exceed $40,684,562 for period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, following approval by County Counsel as to form and legality, and approval by the Office of the County Executive. Delegation of authority shall expire on June 30, 2029. 27 RESULT: Approved Employee Services Agency 28. Ratify Side Letter Agreement with Registered Nurses Professional Association (RNPA) amending Section 4.1(b) of the Memorandum of Agreement with RNPA dated June 24, 2024 through October 24, 2027, increasing the number of Official Representatives authorized for release time and increasing the combined number of release time hours, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. (ID# 130316) 28 RESULT: Ratified

18. Consider items previously removed from the Consent Calendar. No items were removed from the Consent Calendar. Closing 19. Continued Public Comment. (See Item No. 6) All requests to speak were addressed during Item No. 6.

29. Approve job specification and amend classification plan to add classification of Principal Information Security Advisor. (ID# 130276) 29 RESULT: Approved

20. Adjourn. (See Item No. 4) President Lee adjourned the meeting at 1:56 p.m.

c. Adopt Resolution approving the issuance by the Santa Clara County Financing Authority of not to exceed $515,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Lease Revenue Bonds (Capital Facilities), 2026 Series B; authorizing the sale of such bonds by competitive or negotiated sale; authorizing the forms of and the execution and delivery of a first supplemental trust agreement, first amendment to facilities lease, first amendment to facilities sublease, official statement, bond purchase agreement, official notice of sale, notice of intention to sell, continuing disclosure agreement and related financing documents; and, approving the taking of all

Consent Calendar - Items will be considered under Item No. 7. Items removed from the Consent Calendar will be considered at the end of the regular agenda.

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21. Minutes Approval: a. Approve minutes of the September 14, 2026 Regular Meeting: Presentations and Closed Session.

30. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.18, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees amending the Salary Schedule to add the classification of Principal Information Security Advisor. (ID# 130277) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on October 6, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 20, 2026.

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30 RESULT: ADOPTED (PRELIM.) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

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31. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.19, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees deleting one Systems Administrator position and adding one Senior Systems Administrator position in the Office of the County Counsel. (ID# 130447) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on October 6, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 20, 2026.

31 RESULT: ADOPTED (PRELIM.) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

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32. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.20, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees adding one unclassified Program Manager III position in the Employee Services Agency. Position shall expire at 11:59 p.m., on April 23, 2028. (ID# 130476) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on October 6, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 20, 2026.

32 RESULT: ADOPTED (PRELIM.) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

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Board of Supervisors 33. Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 40 - $500 transferring funds from the Supervisorial District Three budget to the Justice Services and Support Department budget, relating to the Reentry Rise Up and Run 5K. (Lee) (ID# 130646) 33 RESULT: Approved 34. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of the City of San Jose, Council District One. (Arenas) (ID# 130636) Possible action:

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Corrected to reflect approval of a County sponsorship of Beyond the Village, Inc., in the amount of $500 from the Supervisorial District Five and Supervisorial District One allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support the Global Majority Consulting's and the Together We Vote Silicon Valley's Community Art and Advocacy Day event. 41 RESULT: Approved as Amended 42. Announce travel for elected officials as follows: a. Supervisor Arenas traveled to San Francisco to attend a meeting with Bay Area governments and community stakeholders. (ID# 130621) 42.a RESULT: Received b. Robert Jonsen, Sheriff, will travel to Santa Barbara to attend the California State Sheriffs’ Association Wellness Seminar and Board of Directors Meeting on October 12 through 16, 2026. (ID# 130482) 42.b RESULT: Received c. Robert Jonsen, Sheriff, will travel to Burlingame to attend the Peace Officer Standards and Training Organizational Wellness Conference on September 28 through 30, 2026. (ID# 130483) 42.c RESULT: Received 43. Pursuant to Government Code Section 53232.3(d), no member of the Board of Supervisors attended a meeting, as defined in Government Code Section 54952.2(a), at the expense of the County of Santa Clara for period September 10, 2026 through September 30, 2026. 43 RESULT: Received Health and Hospital Committee 44. Receive report from the Health and Hospital Committee relating to the meeting of September 16, 2026. (Lee) (ID# 130600) 44 RESULT: Received Housing, Land Use, Environment, and Transportation Committee

a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity. Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara

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b. Approve County sponsorship of City of San Jose, Council District One in the Page 10 of 25 amount of $1,000 from the Supervisorial District One allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support the 18th Annual Disability Inclusion Day Celebration. 34 RESULT: Approved 35. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of Vietnamese Scout Association Troop 60919. (Duong) (ID# 130638) Possible action: a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity. b. Approve waiver of the requirement under Board of Supervisors Policy 3.68.2 that an "eligible organization" be a nonprofit organization defined by Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or a government entity. c. Approve County sponsorship of Vietnamese Scout Association Troop 60919 via their fiscal agent Vovinam Viet-Vo-Dao of America in the amount of $500 from the Supervisorial District Two allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support the Troop 60919 annual picnic event. 35 RESULT: Approved 36. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of Guadalupe River Park Conservancy. (Duong) (ID# 130653) Possible action: a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity. b. Approve County sponsorship of the Guadalupe River Park Conservancy in the amount of $500 from the Supervisorial District Two allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support the Pumpkins in the Park event. 36 RESULT: Approved 37. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of Green Foothills Foundation. (Lee) (ID# 130603) Possible action: a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity.

b. Approve County sponsorship of Green Foothills Foundation in the amount of $500 Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara from the Supervisorial District Three allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the6, 2026 October Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support the annual Nature's Inspiration Page 11 of 25 event.

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37 RESULT: Approved

38. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action. (Lee) (ID# 130522) Possible action: a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity. b. Approve County sponsorship of Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action in the amount of $500 from the Supervisorial District Three allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support Youth for Earth Hackathon. 38 RESULT: Approved 39. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation of Los Gatos. (Lee) (ID# 130601) Possible action: a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity. b. Approve County sponsorship of Veterans Memorial and Support Foundation of Los Gatos in the amount of $1,000 from the Supervisorial District Three allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support food distribution at the 2026 Stand Down event. 39 RESULT: Approved 40. Approve County sponsorship of Youth Utilizing Power and Praise (YUPP) Organization in the amount of $250 from the Supervisorial District Three allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Board Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget, to support the YUPP annual gala. (Lee) (ID# 130602) 40 RESULT: Approved 41. Consider recommendations relating to sponsorship of Beyond the Village, Inc. (Abe-Koga) (ID# 130575) Possible action: a. Approve waiver of Board of Supervisor's Policy 3.68.4.2 which requires approval of sponsorship at least 30 days before the event or activity. b. Approve County sponsorship of Beyond the Village, Inc., in the amount of $250 from the Supervisorial District Five allocation in the Office of the Clerk of the Page 12 of 25

45. Receive report from the Housing, Land Use, Environment, and Transportation Committee relating to the meeting of August 20, 2026. (Abe-Koga) (ID# 130456)

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County Executive 46. Approve allocation of $249,485 of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 County Transient Occupancy Tax revenues to SVCreates for use in the current fiscal year. (ID# 130126) 46 RESULT: Approved

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a. Adopt Resolution appointing Members to Special District Governing Bodies in lieu of the November 3, 2026 General Election. b. Receive Certificates of Election Facts and Requests to Fill Elective Offices by Appointment. 53 RESULT: Approved 54. Adopt Resolution calling a Special Election on the Regional Transit Measure and authorizing Consolidation and Performance of Services by the Registrar of Voters in the Consolidated General Election to be held on November 3, 2026. Resolution # BOS-2026-114 (ID# 130552) 54 RESULT: Adopted Procurement Department 55. Approve Agreement No. CW2253762 with Journal Technologies, Inc., relating to providing a probation case management system in an amount not to exceed $6,000,000 for period October 6, 2026 through October 5, 2031, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. (ID# 130127) 55 RESULT: Approved 56. Consider recommendations relating to agreements for security services for Santa Clara County courthouses and Santa Clara Valley Healthcare. (LA) (ID# 130293) Possible action: a. Approve Seventh Amendment to Agreement No. CW2248482 with Universal Protection Services, LP, dba Allied Universal Security Services, relating to providing security guard services at Santa Clara County courthouses, increasing the maximum contract amount by $320,000 from $2,730,000 to $3,050,000, and extending the Agreement for an eight-month period through June 30, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. b. Approve retroactive Seventh Amendment to Agreement No. CW2247557 with Universal Semiconductor, Inc., dba Universal Security Company, relating to providing security guard services at Santa Clara County courthouses, increasing the maximum contract amount by $600,000 from $3,220,000 to $3,820,000, and extending the Agreement for a nine-month period through June 30, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. c. Approve delegation of authority to the County Executive, or designee, to negotiate, execute, amend, or terminate purchase order with Bastion Security Services relating to providing security guard services for Santa Clara ValleyBoard Healthcare in an amount Summary of Proceedings of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara not to exceed $1,640,000 and a contract term that starts no earlier than October October6, 6, 2026 2026 and ends no later than June 30, 2026, following approval by County Counsel Page 16 of 25 as to form and legality, and approval by the Office of the County Executive. Delegation of authority shall expire on June 30, 2027. 56 RESULT: Approved Technology Services and Solutions Department

47. Adopt Resolution approving the termination of the Bay Area Regional Interoperable Communications Systems (BayRICS) Authority Joint Powers Agreement and dissolution of the BayRICS Authority. Resolution # BOS-2026-110 (ID# 130569) 47 RESULT: Adopted 48. Adopt Resolution delegating authority to the County Executive, or designee, to negotiate, execute, amend, terminate, and take any and all necessary or advisable actions relating to obtaining and disbursing grant funds, if awarded, including but not limited to the grant application, agreements, budgets, amendments, and payment requests which may be necessary for the completion of the FY 2026-2027 Intimate Partner Violence Prevention Program Supplemental Grant as administered by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, in an amount not to exceed $700,000 for period October 6, 2026 through March 31, 2031, following approval by County Counsel as to form and legality, and approval by the Office of the County Executive. Delegation of authority shall expire on March 31, 2031. Resolution # BOS-2026-111 (ID# 130578) 48 RESULT: Adopted 49. Receive monthly status report relating to information requests and referrals to Administration. (ID# 130347) 49 RESULT: Received 50. Receive report relating to anticipated solicitations. (ID# 130529) 50 RESULT: Received

57. Approve retroactive Fourth Amendment to Revenue Agreement No. TSS-REVLIDAR-017 with the City of San José relating to establishing cost sharing responsibilities for imagery and LiDAR data acquisition, increasing the maximum contract amount by $127,916 from $408,557 to $536,473, and extending the agreement for a 29-month period through June 30, 2027, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. An exception to Board of Supervisors Policy 5.4.5.4, Length of Term of Contracts, has been approved by the Procurement Department. (ID# 130443) 57 RESULT: Approved Clerk of the Board 58. Approve request for proposals for Management Audit Services. (ID# 130594) 58 RESULT: Approved Boards and Commissions 59. Receive announcement of appointments and reappointments by individual Board members to various Boards and Commissions: a. Supervisor Arenas: (ID# 130652) i. Reappoints Carmen Brammer to the Advisory Council to Sourcewise, seat number 1. ii. Appoints Armando Benavides to the Citizens' Advisory Commission on Elections, seat number 1. iii. Appoints David Victor Vanni to the County of Santa Clara-Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy, Sister-County Commission, seat number 9.

Office of Supportive Housing 51. Consider recommendations relating to real property located at 1390 South Winchester Boulevard, and 3071 and 3075 Driftwood Drive, San Jose. (LA) Summary(ID# of Proceedings Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara 130076)

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a. Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 27 - $1,600,000 increasing estimated expenditure appropriations in the Office of Supportive Housing budget, PageClara 14 of 25 relating to a loan to Charities Housing Development Corporation of Santa County, or an affiliate, to support the Winchester Boulevard Apartments affordable housing development. (4/5 Vote) b. Approve amended delegation of authority to the County Executive, or designee, to negotiate, execute, amend, or terminate all legal documents, including but not limited to contracts, loan agreements, deeds of trust, promissory notes, subordination agreements, regulatory agreements, ground leases, easements, and other agreements, relating to one or more loans with developer Charities Housing Development Corporation of Santa Clara County, or affiliate, in an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 for the development of 85 new affordable housing units, plus one manager's unit, referred to as Winchester Boulevard Apartments to be located at 1390 South Winchester Boulevard, and 3071 and 3075 Driftwood Drive, San Jose, following approval by County Counsel as to form and legality, and approval by the Office of the County Executive, and subject to Administration review of related due diligence matters and other standard requirements set forth in the final documentation, and compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act. Delegation of authority shall expire on December 31, 2031. 51 RESULT: Approved 52. Adopt Resolution authorizing amended delegations of authority to the County Executive, or designee, to negotiate, execute, amend, or terminate all legal documents, including but not limited to contracts, loan agreements, deeds of trust, promissory notes, subordination agreements, assignment agreements, options to acquire, and estoppels relating to loans, in connection with 37 previously Boardapproved multifamily affordable housing projects, with no change to the maximum delegated amount, following approval by County Counsel as to form and legality, and approval by the Office of the County Executive, and subject to Administration review of related due diligence matters and other standard requirements set forth in the final documentation. Delegation of authority shall expire on December 31, 2031. (LA) Resolution # BOS-2026-112 (ID# 130354) 52 RESULT: Adopted

iv. Reappoints Carmen Brammer to the Senior Care Commission, seat number 2. 59.a RESULT: Received b. Supervisor Lee: (ID# 130520) i. Reappoints Mita Dey to the Human Rights Commission, seat number 15. ii. Reappoints Renee Pacquier to the Senior Care Commission, seat number 12. Summary of Proceedings Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara 59.b RESULT: Received

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60. Approve Board-As-a-Whole appointments and reappointments to various Boards Page 17 of 25 and Commissions: a. Supervisor Lee nominates: (ID# 130521) i. Tom Zigterman for reappointment to the Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency Board of Directors, seat number 1. ii. Juan Rodriguez for appointment to the Child Abuse Prevention Council, seat number 4. iii. Gordon Bowman for appointment to the HIV Commission, seat number 5. iv. Leonard Siegel for reappointment to the Measure A (2016 Housing Bond) Independent Citizen's Oversight Committee, seat number 4. v. David Bini for reappointment to the Measure A (2016 Housing Bond) Independent Citizen's Oversight Committee, seat number 6. vi. Steven Hallgrimson for reappointment to the Santa Clara County Law Library Board of Trustees, seat number 1. 60.a RESULT: Approved b. Supervisor Abe-Koga nominates: (ID# 130579) i. Dr. Carol Somersille for appointment to the 2025 Measure A Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee, seat number 3. 60.b RESULT: Approved Office of the District Attorney 61. Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 41 - $70,000 increasing estimated revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Office of the District Attorney budget, relating to the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program provided by the California Highway Patrol. (4/5 Vote) (ID# 130506) 61 RESULT: Approved Office of the Sheriff

Registrar of Voters 53. Consider recommendations relating to the appointment of candidates to special districts pursuant to California Elections Code section 10515. Resolution # BOS-2026-113 (ID# 130543) Page 15 of 25

62. Consider recommendations relating to Agreement with City of Cupertino for law enforcement services provided by the Office of the Sheriff. (ID# 130524) Possible action: a. Approve retroactive Agreement with City of Cupertino relating to law enforcement services for period October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2031, with one five-year extension option, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. Page 18 of 25

65.z RESULT: Adopted Roads and Airports Department Summary of Proceedings

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65.i RESULT: Adopted j. Adopt Commendation for the San Jose State University Filipino Alumni Network and the Filipino American History Mural Committee for uplifting Santa Clara County Filipino American history and ensuring its legacy is seen, celebrated, and carried forward for generations. (Duong) (ID# 130607)

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k. Adopt Commendations for Naomi Nakano-Matsumoto, Zelica Rodriguez-Deams, Young Women Freedom Center, Megan Williams, County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing, and Consuelo Hernandez as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Women’s Champion Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130629)

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b. Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 42 - $11,786,313 increasing estimated revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Office of the Sheriff, County Communications Department, Facilities and Fleet Department, and Technology Services and Solutions Department budgets, relating to supporting law enforcement services. (4/5 Vote) 62 RESULT: Approved 63. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.21, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees, deleting Footnote 933 and updating Footnote 934 and removing the September 30, 2026 expiration date for 21 positions in the Office of the Sheriff and County Communications Department supporting law enforcement services for the City of Cupertino. (ID# 130517) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on October 6, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 20, 2026.

63 RESULT: ADOPTED (PRELIM.) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

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65.k RESULT: Adopted l. Adopt Commendations for Maria Marroquin, Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Rhonda Berry, Andrea Mackenzie, Rachel Stanek, and Maestra Lidia Reguerin as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Luminary Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130630) Corrected to reflect: "Adopt Commendations for Maria Marroquin, Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Rhonda Berry, Andrea Mackenzie, and Maestra Lidia Reguerin as 2026 Women's Leadership and Policy Summit Luminary Award recipients." 65.l RESULT: Adopted m. Adopt Commendations for Desiree Victor, Mary Mora, Lucila Ortiz, and New Hope for Youth as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Unsung (S)hero Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130631) 65.m RESULT: Adopted n. Adopt Commendations for Akemi Flynn, Dieu-My "Mimi" Nguyen, Rebeca Armendariz, and Dependency Advocacy Center as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Courage to Act Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130633) 65.n RESULT: Adopted

64. Consider recommendations relating to Agreement with the City of San Jose to access to the California Department of Justice's Mobile Identification system. (ID# 130563) a. Approve retroactive First Amendment to Agreement with the City of San Jose, relating to access to the California Department of Justice's Mobile Identification system in an estimated amount of $514,240 for period August 15, 2023 through August 14, 2028, that has been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form and legality. b. Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 43 - $102,848 increasing estimated revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Office of the Sheriff budget. (4/5 vote) Corrected to reflect period July 1, 2025 through August 14, 2028. 64 RESULT: Approved

a. Adopt Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "Lewy Body Dementia andCounty Mixed Board of Supervisors, of Santa Clara Dementia Awareness Month" in Santa Clara County. (Arenas) (ID# 128373) October 6, 2026 Page 19 of 25 65.a RESULT: Adopted Summary of Proceedings

b. Adopt Commendation for Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley for their dedication to celebrate Latino leadership and impact on the occasion of their 37th Hispanic Foundation Ball. (Arenas) (ID# 130651) 65.b RESULT: Adopted c. Adopt Commendation for Open Space Allies for their outstanding contributions to promoting community engagement, public health, and economic development on the occasion of their second annual San Martin Country Roads Open Streets event. (Arenas) (ID# 130639) 65.c RESULT: Adopted d. Adopt Commendation for People Acting in Community Together as they host their Annual Leadership Luncheon and for their dedication to leadership development and advancing community-driven solutions. (Arenas) (ID# 130640) 65.d RESULT: Adopted e. Adopt Commendation for Child Advocates of Silicon Valley for their commitment to nurturing support for foster youth and on the occasion of their fourth Annual Passion, Fashion and Everything Bold event. (Arenas) (ID# 130643) 65.e RESULT: Adopted

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65.p RESULT: Adopted

q. Adopt Commendation for Gerald Arnold for his outstanding service, leadership, integrity, and steadfast commitment to enhancing the quality of life for veterans throughout Santa Clara County as Commissioner on the Santa Clara County Veterans Commission. (Duong) (ID# 130632)

r. Adopt Commendation for Santo Market on the occasion of its 80th anniversary and in recognition of eight decades of service and community building through food and entrepreneurship in Santa Clara County. (Duong/Abe-Koga) (ID# 130608) 65.r RESULT: Adopted

s. Adopt Commendation for Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco in celebration of the 115th National Day of the Republic of China. (Lee) (ID# 130596) 65.s RESULT: Adopted

t. Adopt Commendation for Helping Hands Silicon Valley on the occasion of its fifth anniversary, celebrating its compassionate service and community impact. (Lee) (ID# 130598) 65.t RESULT: Adopted

u. Adopt Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "Burn Awareness and Survivor Month" in Santa Clara County. (Ellenberg) (ID# 130619) 65.u RESULT: Adopted

v. Adopt Proclamation declaring October as "Breast Cancer Awareness Month" in Santa Clara County. (Abe-Koga) (ID# 129472) 65.v RESULT: Adopted

65.f RESULT: Adopted g. Adopt Commendation for Santa Clara Valley Healthcare for their dedication to expanding behavioral healthcare access on the occasion of their Behavioral Health Pavilion Opening Event. (Arenas) (ID# 130647) 65.g RESULT: Adopted h. Adopt Commendation for the City of San Jose Environmental Services Department for its leadership in modernizing regional infrastructure to maximize environmental benefits and advance regional sustainability on the occasion of the Ribbon Cutting of the Regional Wastewater Facility's Digested Sludge Dewatering Facility. (Arenas) (ID# 130648) 65.h RESULT: Adopted i. Adopt Proclamation declaring October 2026 as "Employee Ownership Month" in Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara Santa Clara County. (Duong) (ID# 130658) October 6, 2026

x. Adopt Commendation for Peying Lee as she receives the 2026 Palo Alto ATHENA Award. (Abe-Koga) (ID# 130557) 65.x RESULT: Adopted y. Adopt Commendation for David Angel as he retires after over 30 years of service to the County of Santa Clara. (Office of the District Attorney) (ID# 130507)

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65.y RESULT: Adopted

z. Adopt Commendation for Thanh Le as she retires after 25 years of service to the County of Santa Clara. (Public Health Department) (ID# 130446) 65.z RESULT: Adopted Roads and Airports Department 66. Adopt Resolution declaring certain properties to be exempt surplus land pursuant to Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) and authorizing Administration to offer such properties for sale. Resolution # BOS-2026-115 (ID# 128092)

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65.i RESULT: Adopted

67. Approve delegation of authority to the County Executive, or designee, to submit a Grant Application to the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) relating to grant funding for the Fiscal Year 2027-2028 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program in the amount of $1,200,000 for period July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2030. (ID# 130555)

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j. Adopt Commendation for the San Jose State University Filipino Alumni Network and the Filipino American History Mural Committee for uplifting Santa Clara County Filipino American history and ensuring its legacy is seen, celebrated, and carried forward for generations. (Duong) (ID# 130607) 65.j RESULT: Adopted k. Adopt Commendations for Naomi Nakano-Matsumoto, Zelica Rodriguez-Deams, Young Women Freedom Center, Megan Williams, County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing, and Consuelo Hernandez as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Women’s Champion Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130629) 65.k RESULT: Adopted l. Adopt Commendations for Maria Marroquin, Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Rhonda Berry, Andrea Mackenzie, Rachel Stanek, and Maestra Lidia Reguerin as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Luminary Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130630)

67 RESULT: Approved

Facilities and Fleet Department 68. Consider recommendations relating to Fiscal Year 2027-2028 fleet vehicle purchases. (ID# 130130) Possible action: a. Approve Request for Appropriation Modification No. 35 - $6,758,039 increasing estimated expenditure appropriations in the Facilities and Fleet Department - Fleet Services and Santa Clara Valley Healthcare budgets, and transferring funds within the Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency budget, relating to Fiscal Year 2027-2028 fleet vehicle purchases. (4/5 Vote) b. Approve delegation of authority to the County Executive, or designee, to modify the recommended line-item purchases, and to acquire up to 118 vehicles for the County fleet in an amount not to exceed $6,758,039, following approval by County Counsel as to form and legality, and approval by the Office of the County Executive. Delegation of authority shall expire on June 30, 2029. 68 RESULT: Approved 69. Consider recommendations relating to the Main Jail Reseal/Repair Exterior project (Capital Project No. 263-CP25021-2). California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15303 of the Summary of Proceedings Board of Supervisors, County of Santa Clara CEQA Guidelines. (ID# 130211) October 6, 2026 Page 23 of 25 a. Approve the Project, adopt plans and specifications, and authorize advertisement of Contract Documents for Main Jail Reseal/Repair Exterior project (Capital Project No. 263-CP25021-2), and direct the Clerk of the Board to open bids on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in the Office of the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors. The opening of bids shall be made available to the public via virtual teleconference, a link to which will be posted via Addendum to the Invitation to Bid no later than 72 hours before the time scheduled for the opening of bids.

b. Authorize the County Executive, or designee, to make clarifications, make minor changes, and issue addenda as necessary to the contract documents and the advertisement, including the timing of receipt of proposals. 69 RESULT: Approved Final Adoption of Ordinances

70. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.13, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees deleting four Assistant Medical Examiner - Coroner or Assistant Medical Examiner - Coroner - Non-Board Certified positions and adding four Assistant Medical Examiner positions in the Office of the Medical Examiner and amending the Salary Schedule to delete the classifications of Assistant Medical ExaminerCoroner - Non-Board Certified and Extra Help Assistant Medical Examiner Coroner - Non-Board Certified. (ID# 130083) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on September 15, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 6, 2026.

70 RESULT: ADOPTED (FINAL) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

71. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.15, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees adjusting salaries for classifications represented by the Santa Clara County Government Attorneys Association (GAA) including extra help employees working in classifications represented by GAA, providing for a four percent general wage increase. (ID# 130327) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on September 15, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 6, 2026.

Summary of Proceedings

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72. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.16, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees, updating Footnotes 933 and 934 and removing the September 30, 2026 expiration date for 13 positions in the Office of the Sheriff and County Communications Department supporting law enforcement services for the Town of Los Altos Hills. (ID# 130319)

File Fictitious Business Name paperwork with the clerk of the county • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on September 15, 2026. • Adopt (Final) on October 6, 2026.

72 RESULT: ADOPTED (FINAL) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

73. Adoption of Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27.17, an Ordinance amending Santa Clara County Salary Ordinance No. NS-5.27 relating to compensation of employees adding 26 various positions in the Technology Services and Solutions Department and the Social Services Agency. (ID# 130180) • Introduce and preliminarily adopt on September 15, 2026.

Use your mobile phone or scanner and this QR code to upload the document and publish your statement in a newspaper of general circulation Publish a • Adopt (Final) on October 6, 2026.

73 RESULT: ADOPTED (FINAL) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga ATTEST:

Curtis Boone, Clerk Board of Supervisors

Approve delegation of authority to the County Executive, or&designee, to modify File Number: FBN731019. The b.following person (persons) Ristorante Bar, 14109 Winchester Blvd, Los Gatos, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #731044 Corrected to reflect: "Adopt Commendations for Maria Marroquin, Sisters of Notre the recommended line-item purchases, and to acquire up to 118 vehicles for the The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Little is (are) doingasbusiness as: 1. RADIX CARE, 5117 Southwick 95032. Filed in Santa Clara county on 9/24/24 under file Dame de Namur, Rhonda Berry, Andrea Mackenzie, and Maestra Lidia Reguerin County fleet in an amount not to exceed $6,758,039, following approval by County Table Bakehouse, 631 14th Street, San Jose, CA 95112, Ct, San Jose, CA 95136. This business is conducted A and approval No. Full 2026 Women's Leadership and Policy Summit Luminary Award recipients." Counsel as to form andby: legality, by 709840. the Office of theName County of Registrant (s): 1.Alba Restaurant Wakiko Theodore. This business is being conducted by an Executive. of authority shall expire on June 30, 2029. Limited Liability Company, VORKSAKE LLC,Delegation 5117 Southwick Services, Inc, 14109 Winchester Blvd, Los Gatos, CA 95032. 65.l RESULT: Adopted Individual. Registrant has not yet began business under the 68 RESULT: Approved Ct,and San Jose, CA 95136. The registrant commenced to This business was conducted by: A Corporation. Statement m. Adopt Commendations Desiree Victor,/s/Wakiko Mary Mora, Lucila Ortiz, New fictitious business name or namesfor listed herein. business under the business name relating or filed the County Clerk of Santa Clara: /s/ Fraulein Hope for Youth as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit transact Unsung (S)hero 69.fictitious Consider recommendations to the Main Jailwith Reseal/Repair Exterior Theodore. This Award statement was(Duong) filed with County Clerk of recipients. (ID#the 130631) names listed above on Not Applicable and 10/06/2026 is Dominguez /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman Drive, San Jose, project (Capital Project No. 263-CP25021-2). California Environmental Quality Santa Clara County on 10/06/2026. (pub LG 10/14, 10/21, Act (CEQA): Exempt from CEQA pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15303 the 65.m RESULT: Adopted the file date. Statement filed with the County Clerk of Santa CA 95134. /s/ Barbara of Lonsbury /s/. Dated: September 21, 10/28, 11/04/2026) CEQA Guidelines. (ID# 130211) n. Adopt Commendations for Akemi Flynn, Dieu-My "Mimi" Nguyen, Rebeca Clara: /s/ Patty Camarena /s/ Deputy, 110 West Tasman 2026. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026) Armendariz, and Dependency Advocacy Center as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Page 23 of 25 Drive, San Jose, CA 95134. VORKSAKE LLC, Article/Reg # Policy Summit Courage to Act Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130633) File Number: FBN731093. The following person (persons) 202565713120, Above Entity was Formed in the State of is (are) doing business as: 1. SHREWD AI, 1225 Somerset FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT #730571 65.n RESULT: Adopted CA. /s/ Vasuki Kasturi /s/ Owner. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, Dr, San Jose, CA 95132. This business is conducted by: An The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: o. Adopt Commendations for Andrea Flores-Shelton, TEJER, and Directors Alliance 10/28, 11/04/2026) Individual, KENNETH NG, 1225 Somerset Dr, San Jose, CA Payhanm, 10316 Scenic Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014, Monisha San Jose as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Collaborative Spirit 95132. The registrant commenced to (ID# transact business Award recipients. (Duong) 130634) Gupta. This business is being conducted by an Individual. under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 65.o RESULT: Adopted Registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS Not Applicable and 10/07/2026 is the file date. Statement business name or names listed herein. /s/Monisha Gupta. BUSINESS Adopt Commendations IPEN, /s/ Jovenos Activos, Joy Murrieta, and Rhea VidunNAME. filed with the p. County Clerk of SantaforClara: Elaine This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Santa as 2026 Leadership and San PolicyJose, Summit Award FBN730521, filed on 09/21/2026. Fader /s/ Deputy, 110 Women’s West Tasman Drive, CAEmerging Leaders recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130635) Clara County on 09/22/2026. (pub LG 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, The following person(s)/registrant(s) has/have abandoned 95134. /s/ Kenneth Ng /s/. (Pub LGN: 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/04/2026) 11/04/2026) thePage use21 ofofthe 25 fictitious business name(s): Aldo’s

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67 RESULT: Approved

71 RESULT: ADOPTED (FINAL) [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Susan Ellenberg, Supervisor SECONDER: Sylvia Arenas, Vice President AYES: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga

w. Adopt Commendation for Irene Wong as she receives the 2026 Palo Alto ATHENA Award. (Abe-Koga) (ID# 130554) 65.w RESULT: Adopted

f. Adopt Commendation for Loving Care Beyond the Walls for their dedication to providing compassionate programming for impacted justice-involved youth on the occasion of their First Annual Fundraising Gala. (Arenas) (ID# 130644)

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p. Adopt Commendations for IPEN, Jovenos Activos, Joy Murrieta, and Rhea Vidun as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Emerging Leaders Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130635)

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65.q RESULT: Adopted

Commendations and Proclamations 65. Commendations and Proclamations. (See Item No. 5)

66 RESULT: Adopted octobe r

Possible action:

o. Adopt Commendations for Andrea Flores-Shelton, TEJER, and Directors Alliance San Jose as 2026 Women’s Leadership and Policy Summit Collaborative Spirit Award recipients. (Duong) (ID# 130634) 65.o RESULT: Adopted

Possible action:

66. Adopt Resolution declaring certain properties to be exempt surplus land pursuant to Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(B) and authorizing Administration to offer such properties for sale. Resolution # BOS-2026-115 (ID# 128092)

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