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AI Summary
The document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Otto Lee to the Board of Supervisors regarding a grant of $5,000 to Valley Verde to support the Shared Garden Program. The grant is intended for urban garden education and food security in District 3 schools during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The document includes fiscal implications, reasons for the recommendation, and steps following approval.
Key points
- The grant amount is $5,000.
- The purpose of the grant is to support the Shared Garden Program.
- The grant will be used for urban garden education and food security in District 3 schools.
- Valley Verde's mission includes promoting food justice and self-sufficiency.
- Since 2012, Valley Verde has assisted over 900 low-income families.
- Programs funded by the grant must be open to all eligible participants.
Limitations
- The document does not specify the exact date for the final consideration and approval beyond June 18, 2026.
- The document does not provide details on the execution of the contract amendment.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Three Supervisor Otto Lee 128576 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Otto Lee, President SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 140 - Valley Verde RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 140 to provide a grant to Valley Verde in the amount of $5,000 relating to supporting the Shared Garden Program, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Lee) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $5,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The grant may only be used by Valley Verde to bring urban garden education and food security to District 3 schools in 2026-2027 fiscal year. Valley Verde’s mission is to increase self-sufficiency, health, and resilience, through a culturally informed community-based food system to promote food justice. Since 2012, Valley Verde has helped over 900 low-income families learn to grow food at home and share that knowledge with others. Valley Verde’s programs teach gardening, nutrition, and healthy cooking; encourage physical activity; foster community; and raise awareness of health and environmental issues. Positions, programs, services, and/or events...