Receive report from the Public Safety and Justice Committee relating to the meeting of March 16, 2026. (Ellenberg)

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This document is a report from Supervisor Susan Ellenberg to the Board of Supervisors regarding the Public Safety and Justice Committee meeting held on March 16, 2026. It includes recommendations, background information, and details on various agenda items discussed during the meeting, including reports from the Probation Department and the Office of the County Executive.

Key points

• The Public Safety and Justice Committee met on March 16, 2026.
• One public comment was made during the meeting.
• Several items were approved on the consent calendar, including an annual report on the Domestic Violence Trust Fund and a revised meeting schedule.
• Supervisor Ellenberg directed further reporting on the Domestic Violence Trust Fund at the April PSJC meeting.
• The Probation Department's SYTF program reported a 5% recidivism rate, prompting discussions on community support services.
• The county is replacing outdated jail facilities, not expanding capacity.
• Santa Clara County is seeing a downward trend in recidivism rates.
• April is recognized as second chance month with various events planned.

Limitations

• The document includes placeholders for some sections that are not filled in.
• The text appears to be a draft as it contains agenda details and discussions without final resolutions.

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