Approve Inventory Item No. 314 to provide a grant to San José Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams in the amount of $5,000 relating to launching the District Two Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness training program, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong)
This document outlines a recommendation from Supervisor Betty Duong to the Board of Supervisors regarding a grant of $5,000 to the San José Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams (SJNCERT) for launching a Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness training program. The program aims to provide training for residents, particularly seniors, youth, families, and individuals with disabilities, to enhance community safety during disasters. The grant will cover equipment and training costs, and the program will be open to participants from all backgrounds. The recommendation is set for final consideration on June 18, 2026.
Key points
Recommendation to approve a $5,000 grant to SJNCERT.
Funding supports a Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness training program.
Program aims to equip residents with disaster response skills.
Training is accessible to seniors, youth, families, and people with disabilities.
Funds will cover equipment and training costs.
Programs must be open to all eligible participants.
Final consideration of the item is scheduled for June 18, 2026.
Limitations
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Supervisorial District Two Supervisor Betty Duong 128632 DATE: May 13, 2026 TO: Board of Supervisors FROM: Betty Duong, Supervisor SUBJECT: Budget Inventory Item No. 314 San José Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve Inventory Item No. 314 to provide a grant to San José Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams in the amount of $5,000 relating to launching the District Two Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness training program, and refer item for final consideration and approval on June 18, 2026. (Duong) FISCAL IMPLICATIONS There is a one-time cost of $5,000. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION This grant proposed by District 2 will support the launch of District 2’s Neighborhood Emergency preparedness (NEP) training program. The program will provide accessible, three-hour preparedness training that equip residents especially seniors, youth, families, and people with disabilities with the skills to respond effectively during disasters. NEP volunteers will learn how to organize neighborhood response efforts, activate local communication hubs, and support their community when first responders are delayed....
The document is a Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet for a funding request by the San Jose Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams. They are requesting $5,000 to support neighborhood emergency preparedness activities from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The entity is a nonprofit and has previously received funding from the County. The request aligns with the Board of Supervisors' strategic priorities, specifically in enhancing neighborhood emergency preparedness.
Key points
Entity requesting funding: San Jose Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams
Amount requested: $5,000
Type of entity: Nonprofit
Geographical reach: District 2 and Countywide
Duration of program: July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027
Previous funding received: $5,000 from District 2 and $3,000 from District 3 for similar programs
Funding will support neighborhood emergency preparedness activities
Supervisor requesting approval: Betty Duong
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The text does not provide specific details about the fiscal sponsor, if applicable.
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County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors Budget Inventory Item Cover Sheet Entity or Individual(s) requesting funding: San Jose Neighborhood Community Emergency Response Teams Amount of funding requested: $5,000 Type of Entity/Individual(s): Governmental Entity Other: ✔ 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 1st 2026 to June 30th 2027...