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Matter SCC-130099

Adopt Resolution affirming support for efforts to improve air quality. (Lee)

Environment & Sustainability Board of Supervisors
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Resolution relating to Support for Efforts to Improve Air Quality

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The Board of Supervisors of Santa Clara County passed a resolution affirming support for efforts to improve air quality. The resolution highlights the health risks associated with air pollution, particularly for vulnerable populations, and emphasizes the County's commitment to environmental sustainability. It opposes federal actions that undermine California's clean air standards and encourages collaboration among various stakeholders to enhance air quality awareness and monitoring.

Key points
  • 99% of the global population breathes air exceeding WHO guideline limits.
  • Air pollution is linked to serious health issues, disproportionately affecting children.
  • Over 1.9 million residents in Santa Clara County face health risks from ground-level ozone.
  • The County is committed to protecting health and advancing environmental sustainability.
  • Nonprofits are partnering with schools to monitor air quality.
  • The Board adopted a resolution for Carbon Neutrality for County Operations on October 3, 2023.
  • The Board approved the installation of AI-powered wildfire detection sensors on May 20, 2025.
  • The resolution encourages collaboration among public agencies and community organizations.
Limitations
  • The document contains unresolved placeholders for vote details (AYES, NOES, ABSENT, ABSTAIN).
  • The document appears to be a draft as it does not include finalized vote results.

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RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA AFFIRMING SUPPORT FOR EFFORTS TO IMPROVE AIR QUALITY WHEREAS, World Health Organization (WHO) data reveals that 99% of the global population breathes air that exceeds WHO guideline limits and contains high levels of pollutants, with low and middle-income countries suffering from the highest exposures; WHEREAS, the federal government continues to take actions putting California”s actions to advance clean transportation and air quality at risk; WHEREAS, air pollution is a major public health threat linked to increased rates of respiratory diseases, cardiovascular disease, cancer, neurological disorders, adverse birth outcomes, and premature mortality disproportionately impacting younger children; WHEREAS, over 1.9 million residents in Santa Clara County face health risks due to ground-level ozone that frequently exceeds federal safety thresholds; WHEREAS, the County of Santa Clara is committed to protecting the health, well-being, and quality of life of its students, staff, and residents, while advancing environmental sustainability and stewardship; WHEREAS, air quality education plays a critical...