Matter SCC-128505

Approve Inventory Item No. 102 to provide a grant to San José Spotlight, dba San Jose News Bureau, in the amount of $10,000 relating to supporting the Get Involved hub, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee)

Budget & Finance Board of Supervisors

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Fiscal/Budget Item Printout

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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Otto Lee to the Board of Supervisors regarding a grant to San José Spotlight, a nonprofit news organization. The grant of $10,000 is intended to support the Get Involved hub, a community engagement tool, for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The recommendation includes a request for final approval on June 18, 2026.

Key points

The document is from the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors.
It concerns Budget Inventory Item No. 102 for San José Spotlight.
A grant of $10,000 is recommended to support the Get Involved hub.
The grant is intended for use during the 2026-2027 fiscal year.
The recommendation is for final consideration on June 18, 2026.

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The document contains a placeholder for the date and does not specify the exact date of the meeting.
The document does not provide information on the voting outcome or any additional context regarding the approval process.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Three Supervisor Otto Lee 128505 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Otto Lee, President SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 102 - San Jose Spotlight (DBA San Jose News Bureau) RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 102 to provide a grant to San José Spotlight, dba San Jose News Bureau, in the amount of $10,000 relating to supporting the Get Involved hub, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $10,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant may only be used by San José Spotlight to maintain and improve the Get Involved hub, a community engagement public meeting tool, during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Founded in 2019, San José Spotlight is a nonprofit news organization dedicated to independent government, policy and politics reporting. The organization’s mission is to change the face of local journalism by building a community-supported newsroom that ignites civic engagement, educates citizens and strengthens democracy. Positions, programs, services, and/or events funded by this grant must be open to eligible...

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San Jose Spotlight dba San Jose News Bureau - Cover Sheet

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This document is a cover sheet for a funding request to the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors. It includes sections for the requesting entity's information, funding amount, type of entity, fiscal sponsorship details, geographical reach, program duration, and alignment with Board strategic priorities. The document also inquires about past funding and compliance with grant agreement terms.

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The entity or individual requesting funding is categorized as a nonprofit.
There is no fiscal sponsor for the request.
The geographical reach includes options for specific districts and countywide.
The document asks if the entity has received prior funding from the County for similar programs.
It includes a section for affirming compliance with funding terms.

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Specific funding amounts and dates are not provided.
There are unresolved placeholders for additional details such as the specific district and other funding information.

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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Amount of funding requested: Type of Entity/Individual(s): Note: Nonprofit Governmental Entity Nonprofit Entity for-profit entities must provide current Certificate of Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor? No For-Profit Entity ood tanding funding. Yes (please identify): A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit that is taking on responsibility for accepting and/or disbursing funds on behalf of the grantee or sponsored entity. Note: Fiscal Sponsors are available only for new initiatives or projects that have not yet incorporated, or for individuals. Nonprofits that are not in good standing with the California Secretary of State, and for-profit entities, may not use a fiscal sponsor. Geographical reach of program or activities to be funded: Or specific district(s) (check all that apply): District 1 Countywide District 2 District 3 District 4 District 5 Duration of program or activities (specify dates): Levine Act: The entity/individual will provide required Levine Act disclosures prior to Board approval: No Further information about the proposed funding: 1. Which...