Matter SCC-129436

Consider the County Executive's Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Revised Recommendations for the Probation Department.

Public Safety & Criminal Justice Board of Supervisors

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Fiscal/Budget Item Printout

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The document outlines the County Executive's revised budget recommendations for the Probation Department for the fiscal year 2026-2027. It includes actions such as rescinding the deletion of a Law Enforcement Records Technician position, deleting an Administrative Assistant position, and reallocating funds for contract services related to the Corridor Program. The recommendations are set for final consideration on June 18, 2026, and will result in ongoing costs to the General Fund.

Key points

The County Executive recommends revisions to the budget for the Probation Department.
Proposed actions include retaining a Law Enforcement Records Technician position and deleting an Administrative Assistant position.
There is a proposed reduction of $273,023 in intra-county reimbursement from the Behavioral Health Services Department.
One-time funding of $525,000 is recommended for contract services related to the Corridor Program.
The recommended actions will have no/neutral impact on children and seniors.

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The document includes placeholders for specific dates and does not provide complete information on all proposed actions.
The fiscal implications section includes dollar amounts but does not specify the context for these amounts beyond ongoing costs.

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County of Santa Clara Office of the County Executive 129436 DATE: June 16, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: James R. Williams, County Executive SUBJECT: Revised County Executive Recommended Budget for Probation Department RECOMMENDED ACTION Consider the County Executive's Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Revised Recommendations for the Probation Department. Possible action: a. Rescind proposed deletion of one Law Enforcement Records Technician position in the "Restructure Institutions Services Division" proposal and delete one Administrative Assistant position in the Probation Department. b. Remove $273,023 intra-County reimbursement from the Behavioral Health Services Department to the Probation Department for Proposition 47-related services for adult clients enrolled in Collaborative Court programs. c. Allocate one-time funding of $525,000 for contract services relating to the Corridor Program in the Probation Department. d. Refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. FISCAL IMPLICATIONS The recommended actions will result in an ongoing cost of $282,216 to the General Fund. The deletion of 1.0 FTE Administrative Assistant instead of 1.0 FTE Law Enforcement...

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Public Comment

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The document contains public comments regarding the staffing levels within the Santa Clara County Probation Department. Several individuals, including Casandra Hosseini, a Supervising Probation Officer, and Miguel Barahona, a Case Manager, express concerns about proposed reductions in probation officer positions. They argue that reducing staffing will negatively impact community safety and the effectiveness of rehabilitation efforts for youth. Personal testimonies highlight the importance of probation officers in providing support and guidance to individuals navigating the justice system. The comments emphasize the need for adequate staffing to ensure meaningful engagement and successful outcomes for at-risk youth.

Key points

Concerns about the elimination of 23 probation officer positions and its impact on community safety.
Probation officers play a crucial role in mentorship, rehabilitation, and public safety.
Testimonies from individuals highlight the positive influence of probation officers on their lives.
The importance of maintaining adequate staffing levels to ensure effective intervention and support for youth.

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The document does not provide specific details on the proposed reductions, such as the context or reasoning behind them.
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Supplemental Information Item No. 52, June 16, 2026 Eliminating 23 positions may appear to save money on paper, but the real cost will be paid by our community. When staffing levels are reduced, Probation officers are forced to carry larger caseloads and absorb additional responsibilities. That means less time for mentorship, family engagement, school coordination, rehabilitation planning, and less opportunity to truly connect with youth who are desperately in need of guidance and structure. Reducing staffing does not reduce the workload. It reduces the quality of intervention. And when intervention suffers, public safety and our communities are the ones who are negatively impacted. The Department’s own mission speaks about building trust, empowering individuals, and creating safer communities through transformation and collaboration. Those goals cannot be achieved if Probation Services continue to lose critical staff. Investing in Probation is investing in prevention, rehabilitation, and safer communities. I respectfully urge this Board to protect these positions and support the officers who are doing this critical work every day. Thankyou. Casandra Hosseini, Supervising...