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This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga to approve a grant of $10,000 to Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action for their 'Bring Your Own Cup' initiative, aimed at reducing single-use plastic waste. The item is scheduled for final consideration on June 18, 2026, and a report on the initiative's activities is expected by February 28, 2027.
Key points
- The grant amount is $10,000.
- The initiative aims to mitigate the usage of single-use plastic cups and straws.
- The project will involve student outreach to businesses and public education on environmental impacts.
- Programs funded by the grant must be open to all eligible participants.
- The initiative is expected to have positive sustainability implications.
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- The document includes placeholders for some sections that are not filled in.
- The document does not provide specific details on the final approval process or outcomes.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Five Supervisor Margaret Abe-Koga 128485 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Margaret Abe-Koga, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 183 - Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 183 to provide a grant to Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action in the amount of $10,000 relating to the Bring Your Own Cup Initiative, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Abe-Koga) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $10,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action (SVYCA) “Bring Your Own Cup” (BYOC) initiative will mitigate usage of single-use plastic cups and straw waste. Single-use cups and straws are a major part of our urban waste problems. With millions of disposable cups and straws ending up in landfills each year, there is an opportunity to shift consumption behaviors towards sustainable alternatives. This project promotes the use of reusable cups as one of these sustainable alternatives to local businesses and consumers. The initiative will also get students involved in direct outreach to...