This document is a public comment addressing the Board of Supervisors, County Counsel, and Child Abuse Prevention Council Members regarding complaints about the lack of compliance with the California Public Records Act (CPRA) concerning the nomination and appointment records of Nicholas Aguilar and Peter Ortiz to the Santa Clara County Child Abuse Prevention Council in 2024. The author, Susan Bassi, alleges that requests for records related to these appointments have been ignored and that there are concerns about potential misconduct involving these individuals. The comment emphasizes the public's right to access these records and warns of potential legal action if compliance is not met.
Key points
The comment addresses the Board of Supervisors, County Counsel, and Child Abuse Prevention Council Members.
It concerns the nomination and appointment of Nicholas Aguilar and Peter Ortiz to the Child Abuse Prevention Council in 2024.
The author claims multiple requests for records related to these appointments have been ignored.
There are allegations of violations of the Brown Act and potential misconduct involving the individuals mentioned.
The author demands immediate access to public records and warns of potential legal action if compliance is not achieved.
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The document contains unresolved placeholders and lacks specific details regarding the dates and outcomes of the mentioned events.
There is no information on the specific nature of the lawsuit filed on March 25, 2026.
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April 13, 2026 Via Email Only Re: Public Comment – Complaint- Demand for CPRA Compliance with respect to Public Records responsive to Peter Ortiz and Nicholas Aguilar’s Nomination and Appointment to the Santa Clara County Child Abuse Prevention Council in 2024 and their respective 700 Form disclosures Dear Board of Supervisors, County Counsel, and Child Abuse Prevention Council Members; In 2024, two individuals were appointed to the county's Child Abuse Prevention Council. First, Nicholas Aguilar was appointed to a CAPC subcommittee as chair. His name is listed on the county website in that position. However, multiple requests have been made for the records that would include his nomination, appointment, and Form 700 disclosures. Not only have the requests been repeatedly ignored, but on information and belief, they do not appear to exist. County Counsel has outright ignored lawfully submitted requests for production of records, as well as requests for access to inspect these records. Second, we have video from May 10, 2024, CPCA meeting where the county publishes the audio only of CAPC meetings. The video shows James Gibbons Shapiro, a high-ranking prosecutor in the county,...
The document appears to be a public comment form for individuals wishing to address the Board, Committee, or Commission regarding issues related to In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). It includes personal testimonies from various IHSS providers and recipients, highlighting their experiences and the challenges they face, such as low wages, high living costs, and the importance of the IHSS program for their well-being and care needs.
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The document is a public record subject to the California Public Records Act.
It includes a request to speak form for individuals wanting to address the Board.
Personal testimonies emphasize the importance of IHSS for both providers and recipients.
Providers and recipients discuss challenges such as low wages, high costs of living, and the need for better healthcare benefits.
The document reflects a call for a fair contract to improve conditions for IHSS providers and recipients.
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Specific details such as names, dates, and other identifiers are often missing or truncated.
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