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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga to the Board of Supervisors regarding Budget Inventory Item No. 164 for a grant to the Hakone Foundation. The grant of $50,000 is intended for the replacement of landscape lighting at the Hakone Estate and Gardens, which is a public park in Saratoga. The new energy-efficient LED lighting aims to enhance safety and accessibility for visitors. The Hakone Foundation is required to report on the use of the grant funds by February 28, 2027. The action is noted to have no impact on children, seniors, or sustainability.
Key points
- Recommendation to approve a $50,000 grant to Hakone Foundation for landscape lighting.
- The grant aims to improve safety and accessibility at the Hakone Estate and Gardens.
- Hakone Foundation must report on the use of funds by February 28, 2027.
- The action has no impact on children, seniors, or sustainability.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128421 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 164 – Hakone Foundation RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 164 to provide a grant to Hakone Foundation in the amount of $50,000 relating to the replacement of landscape lighting, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (LA) (Abe-Koga) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $50,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION The Hakone Foundation operates the historic Hakone Estate and Gardens (Hakone Estate), a public park in Saratoga. The traditional Japanese gardens, as well as the workshops and art exhibits hosted by the Hakone Foundation draw thousands of visitors each year. As the estate was initially established in 1915, maintenance on the property is expected with normal wear and tear. Hakone Foundation would utilize grant funding to ensure the safety of visitors and staff through the installation of permanent energy-efficient LED landscape lighting. The current lighting on the property is limited and unreliable....