Approve Inventory Item No. 181 to provide a grant to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition in the amount of $5,000 relating to its local action teams, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Abe-Koga)
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This document outlines a budget item for the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors regarding a grant to the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition. The recommended action is to approve a grant of $5,000 to support local action teams in promoting safer bicycle use. The grant will fund administrative functions and community events, with a report due from the Coalition by February 28, 2027. The initiative is expected to positively impact children and seniors by enhancing bicycle safety and promoting active transportation.
Key points
Grant of $5,000 to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition for local action teams.
Funding supports community education, advocacy, and public events.
Report due from SVBC by February 28, 2027, detailing activities and participation.
Positive impacts expected for children and seniors regarding bicycle safety.
Encourages active transportation and sustainability.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128738 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 181 - Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 181 to provide a grant to Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition in the amount of $5,000 relating to its local action teams, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Abe-Koga) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $5,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) carries out activities that encourage safer and more frequent bicycle use through community education, advocacy, and public-facing events. The requested funding would support administrative and communication functions for SVBC’s local teams in Palo Alto, Mountain View, and San José, as well as three convenings where participants can receive advocacy training, review local transportation priorities, and engage with community members. Events and programs supported through this grant must remain open to eligible attendees and participants regardless of background....
This document is a Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet for a funding request by the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition. They are requesting $20,000 for a program running from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The entity is a nonprofit and does not have a fiscal sponsor. The program is intended to support various strategic priorities of the Board of Supervisors, including sustainability. The entity has received inventory grants in the past and is currently applying for additional funding. Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga is requesting approval for a recommended amount of $5,000.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition
Amount requested: $20,000
Type of entity: Nonprofit
Fiscal sponsor: No
Geographical reach: Countywide
Duration: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027
Strategic priorities supported: Sustainability and others
Past funding: Received inventory grants totaling $20,000 for the period July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026
Current funding applications: Seeking additional inventory grants
Supervisor requesting approval: Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga
Recommended funding amount: $5,000
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition Amount of funding requested: $20,000 Type of Entity/Individual(s): Governmental Entity Nonprofit Entity For-Profit Entity Note: Nonprofit and for-profit entities must provide current Certificate of Status from Secretary of State showing good standing to receive funding. Does Entity/Individual have a Fiscal Sponsor? No 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): July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 Levine Act: The entity/individual will...