Santa Clara Valley Water District, CA
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Board of Directors
Board to consider $600 million in water system refunding bonds and notes
The Board of Directors will discuss the issuance of refunding revenue bonds and notes and a carbon neutrality target for 2045. The meeting includes a continued public hearing on project modifications for the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program.
- Proposed issuance of Water System Refunding Revenue Bonds and Revenue Notes not to exceed $600 million
- Adoption of Greenhouse Gas Reduction Plan with a 2045 carbon neutrality target
- Agreement with AQC Environmental Brokerage Services Inc. for Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit carbon offsets up to $5,000,000
- Agreement with Sjoberg Evashenk Consulting, Inc. for board audit services up to $1,500,000
- Public hearing on modifications to San Francisquito Creek Flood Protection (Project E5) and Good Neighbor Program (Project F6)
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026
1:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/84454515597
DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee meeting canceled
The regular meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Monitoring Committee scheduled for August 18, 2026, has been canceled.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, August 18, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director District 2
Tony Estremera, Member
Director District 6
COMMITTEE LIAISONS:
Candice Kwok-Smith
[email protected]
Theresa Chinte
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
1-408-630 -2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
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Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee meeting canceled
The regular meeting of the Water Supply and Demand Management Committee scheduled for August 24, 2026, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Monday, August 24, 2026
10:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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COMMITTEE OFFICERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director, District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director, District 2
Richard Santos
Director, District 3
STAFF LIAISONS:
Vincent Gin
Kirsten Struve
Ryan McCarter
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2408
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Board of Directors
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Recycled Water Committee
Recycled Water Committee meeting for August 26, 2026 canceled
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Recycled Water Committee meeting scheduled for August 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2026, via Zoom or in-person at the headquarters boardroom.
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Headquarters Building Boardroom
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Wednesday, August 26, 2026
12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
Headquarters Building Boardroom
RECYCLED WATER COMMITTEE
Tony Estremera - District 6, Chair
Richard P. Santos - District 3, Vice
Chair
Jim Beall - District 4, Member
Kirsten Struve
Committee Liaison
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
Office of Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Recycled Water Committee
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
Recycled Water Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
AGENDA
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
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Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Recycled Water Committee
Committee to receive updates on Pure Water Silicon Valley and desalination study
The Recycled Water Committee will receive progress reports on the Pure Water Silicon Valley project and a desalination engineering feasibility study. The committee will also review and potentially adjust its 2026 work plan.
- Update on Pure Water Silicon Valley Demonstration Facility and Full-Scale Direct Potable Reuse Facility
- Update on the Desalination Engineering Feasibility Study
- Review and adjustment of the 2026 Recycled Water Committee Work Plan
- Approval of May 27, 2026 meeting minutes
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026
12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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RECYCLED WATER COMMITTEE
Tony Estremera - District 6, Chair
Richard P. Santos - District 3, Vice
Chair
Jim Beall - District 4, Member
Kirsten Struve
Committee Liaison
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
Office of Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Recycled Water Committee
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
Recycled Water Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Board of Directors
Directors receive annual audit training in special board meeting
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors holds a special meeting focused solely on annual audit training for board members. No decisions or ordinances are scheduled; the agenda is procedural.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
10:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/84454515597
DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Board of Directors
July 28, 2026 Board of Directors meeting canceled
The regular Board meeting scheduled for July 28, 2026, has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 11, 2026.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
1:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/84454515597
DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Board Audit Committee
Board Audit Committee to review 2025 water usage audit and 2026 audit plan
The Board Audit Committee will discuss the 2025 Water Usage and Demand Forecasting Audit Report and the 2026 annual audit plan. The committee will also receive information on the FY 2025-2026 financial audit and reports from Joint Powers Authority partners.
- 2025 Water Usage and Demand Forecasting Audit Report
- FY 2025-2026 financial audit presentation by Vasquez and Company LLP
- FY 2025 financial audit reports from JPA partners
- 2026 annual audit plan covering Risk Assessment, Asset Management, Pacheco Reservoir Project, and Investigations Process
- 2026 Board Audit Committee Work Plan
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
1:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD AUDIT COMMITTEE
Jim Beall, Chairperson - District 4
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson -
District 2
Tony Estremera - District 6
DARIN TAYLOR
Committee Liaison
NICOLE MERRITT
Deputy Clerk (Committee
Meetings)
Office/Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-3262
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Audit Committee
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
Board Audit Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
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SPECIAL MEETING
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee meeting canceled
The regular meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Water Supply and Demand Management Committee scheduled for July 27, 2026, has been canceled.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Monday, July 27, 2026
10:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/s/92597340524
COMMITTEE OFFICERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director, District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director, District 2
Richard Santos
Director, District 3
STAFF LIAISONS:
Vincent Gin
Kirsten Struve
Ryan McCarter
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2408
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
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Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Board of Directors
Directors interview candidates for Chief Executive Officer in closed session
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors will meet to conduct a closed-session interview for the Chief Executive Officer position. The meeting follows hybrid procedures, allowing both in-person and remote participation via Zoom. No public decisions are scheduled for this agenda.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Monday, July 27, 2026
10:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/84454515597
DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
Directors to award $1.88B seismic retrofit contract and $124M flood project contract
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board will vote on awarding two major construction contracts: a $1.88 billion seismic retrofit for Anderson Dam and a $124 million flood protection project along Coyote Creek. Both votes include ratifying contract addenda, waiving minor bid irregularities, and approving contingency funds for potential change orders.
- Award $1,883,542,190 contract to Flatiron Dragados Sukut ADSRP Joint Venture for Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project (Morgan Hill, District 1)
- Approve $50,000,000 contingency fund for Anderson Dam project change orders
- Award $124,378,309 contract to Shimmick Construction Company for Coyote Creek Flood Protection Project (San Jose, Districts 2, 3, and 6)
- Approve $18,656,746 contingency fund for Coyote Creek project change orders
- Ratify Addenda Nos. 1–20 for Anderson Dam and Addenda Nos. 1–7 for Coyote Creek projects
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Friday, July 24, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-0530 — Approved
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0636 — Approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Shiloh Ballard yea · Jim Beall yea · Rebecca Eisenberg abstain · Nai Hsueh yea · Richard Santos yea · John L. Varela yea · Tony Estremera yea
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water Commission
Santa Clara Valley Water Commission meeting canceled for July 22, 2026
The Santa Clara Valley Water Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for July 22, 2026, at 12:00 PM has been canceled. The cancellation was publicly posted on the district’s website and emailed to subscribers on July 9, 2026. The next meeting agenda will be published in compliance with the Brown Act.
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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COMMISSION:
Hon. Murali Srinivasan, Chairperson
Hon. Rob Rennie, Vice Chairperson
BOARD REPRESENTATIVES:
Chairperson Tony Estremera
Vice Chairperson Richard Santos
Director Nai Hsueh
Staff Liaisons:
Rita Chan
Rachael Gibson
Stephanie Simunic (COB
Liaison)
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2408
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt
from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a
majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through the legislative body
agenda web page at the same time that the public records are distributed or made
available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water District will make reasonable
efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing to participate in the legislative
body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board Office of any special needs by
calling (408) 630-2277.
Santa Clara Valley Water Commission
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee to review strategic planning and member roles
The committee will review and provide feedback on the Board Work Plan and strategic planning process. Members will also discuss roles when serving on external committees and recommend edits to policy GP-9.3.
- Review of the FY26 Board Work Plan and strategic planning process
- Discussion of Board Member roles on external committees and Joint Powers Authorities (JPAs)
- Proposed edits to GP-9.3 regarding Board Committee Structure
- Review and adjustment of the 2026 BPMC Work Plan
- Approval of June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, July 21, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director District 2
Tony Estremera, Member
Director District 6
COMMITTEE LIAISONS:
Candice Kwok-Smith
[email protected]
Theresa Chinte
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
1-408-630 -2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
Board …
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Capital Improvement Program Committee
Capital Improvement Program Committee meeting canceled
The regular meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Capital Improvement Program Committee scheduled for July 20, 2026, has been canceled.
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Monday, July 20, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Committee Chair:
Director Nai Hsueh, District 5
Committee Vice Chair:
Director Jim Beall, District 4
Committee Member:
Director Tony Estremera, District 6
COMMITTEE LIAISON:
Jessica Collins
Dave Leon (COB Liaison)
Asst. Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2006
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt
from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a
majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through the legislative body
agenda web page at the same time that the public records are distributed or made
available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water District will make reasonable
efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing to participate in the legislative
body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board Office of any special needs by
calling (408) 630-2277.
Capital Improvement Program Committee
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Environmental and Water Resources Committee
Committee to receive updates on water reuse and stream maintenance
The Environmental and Water Resources Committee will receive informational updates on several water management projects and programs. The body will also review its working groups and 2026 work plan.
- Informational overview of the Stream Maintenance Program
- Update on Pure Water Silicon Valley Direct Potable Reuse (DPR) project
- Update on West Valley and Lower Peninsula Watershed Master Plans
- Review of Environmental and Water Resources Committee Working Groups
- Review of the 2026 EWRC Work Plan
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Monday, July 20, 2026
6:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Bob Levy, Committee Chair
Rebecca Gallardo, Committee Vice
Chair
Director Shiloh Ballard, District 2
Director Nai Hsueh, District 5
Director Tony Estremera, District 6
John Bourgeois
Kirsten Struve
(Staff Liaisons)
Dave Leon, (COB Liaison)
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
(408) 630-2006
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Environmental and Water Resources Committee
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
Environmental and Water Resources Com …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Board Audit Committee
Board Audit Committee meeting for July 15, 2026, is canceled
The special meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Audit Committee scheduled for July 15, 2026, has been canceled. This is a procedural notice of cancellation.
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Headquarters Building Boardroom
5700 Almaden Expressway
San Jose, California
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
2:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
Headquarters Building Boardroom
5700 Almaden Expressway
BOARD AUDIT COMMITTEE
Jim Beall, Chairperson - District 4
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson -
District 2
Tony Estremera - District 6
DARIN TAYLOR
Committee Liaison
NICOLE MERRITT
Deputy Clerk (Committee
Meetings)
Office/Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-3262
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Audit Committee
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
Board Audit Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
AGENDA
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
2:00 PMWednesday, July 15, 2026 Headquarters Building …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
Board to vote on $19.5M federal grant for Anderson Dam seismic retrofit
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including a $19.5 million grant application for the Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project, public hearings on flood protection and anti-graffiti programs, and updates on water use projections and rate assistance programs. The meeting also includes closed-session discussions on employee performance, legal matters, and public comments on non-agenda items.
- Vote on $19.5M EDA grant application for Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project (Stage 2 Diversion)
- Public hearing on proposed modifications to San Francisquito Creek Flood Protection and Good Neighbor Program (Graffiti/Litter Removal)
- Receive consultant study on water use projections, demand elasticity, and affordability
- Adopt resolution for compensation adjustments for Clerk of the Board
- Approve CEQA findings and authorize CEO to sign site works agreement for San Jose Data Center Project with Microsoft
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Tuesday, July 14, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
*ITEMS AMENDED AND/OR APPEND …
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🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-0600 — Continued
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
CONSENT CALENDAR: (*4.1 - *4.4) (Est. Time: 5 Minutes) — Approved
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0562 — Adopted
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0460 — Adopted
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0615 — Approved
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 3:30 PM
Board of Directors
Valley Water Board holds special closed session for litigation
The Board of Directors is meeting in a special closed session to consult with legal counsel. The discussion is focused on one case of anticipated litigation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation case 26-06212.1
legallitigationclosed-session
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Monday, July 6, 2026
3:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION MEETING …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 1:30 PM
Agricultural Water Advisory Committee
Committee to review groundwater sustainability and watershed master plans
The Agricultural Water Advisory Committee will receive updates on groundwater sustainability plans for the Santa Clara, Llagas, and North San Benito subbasins. Members will also discuss watershed master plans and the impact of the Dam Safety Program on groundwater production charge projections.
- Update on Alternative Groundwater Sustainability Plan for Santa Clara and Llagas subbasins
- Update on Groundwater Sustainability Plan for North San Benito Subbasin
- Update on West Valley and Lower Peninsula Watershed Master Plans
- Information on Dam Safety Program impacts to groundwater production charge projections
- Review of the 2026 Agricultural Water Advisory Committee Work Plan
groundwaterwatershed-managementwater-supplydam-safetyagriculture
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Monday, July 6, 2026
1:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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COMMITTEE:
Trevor Garrod, Chairperson
Tim Chiala, Vice Chairperson
BOARD REPRESENTATIVES:
Director Jim Beall
Vice Chairperson Richard P. Santos
Director John L. Varela
Vincent Gin
Darin Taylor, (Staff Liaisons)
Nicole Merritt (COB Liaison)
Deputy Clerk (Committee
Meetings)
[email protected]
408-630-3262
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Agricultural Water Advisory Committee
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
Agricultural Water Advisory Committee …
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Recycled Water Committee
Recycled Water Committee meeting canceled for June 24, 2026
The Recycled Water Committee meeting scheduled for June 24, 2026, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed.
recycled-watermeeting-cancellation
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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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RECYCLED WATER COMMITTEE
Tony Estremera - District 6, Chair
Richard P. Santos - District 3, Vice
Chair
Jim Beall - District 4, Member
KIRSTEN STRUVE
Committee Liaison
Stephanie Simunic
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
Office/Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Recycled Water Committee
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
Recycled Water Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
AGENDA
NOT …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
Board reviews modifications to Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection projects
The Board of Directors will discuss proposed modifications to Projects E5 and F6 of the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program and set a public hearing date. The meeting also includes votes on several technical service contracts and federal legislation positions.
- Proposed modifications to Projects E5 and F6 of the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program
- Agreement with National Water Research Institute for Pure Water Silicon Valley Project not-to-exceed $500,000
- Amendment with Stillwater Sciences for Anderson Dam Seismic Retrofit Project increasing fee by $1,251,113
- FY 2026 Safe, Clean Water Program standard grant projects totaling $1,776,760
- MOU with San Benito County Water District for North San Benito Groundwater Basin Sustainability Plan ($8,170 over five years)
water-managementflood-protectiongrantscontractsinfrastructure
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Orders of the Day. — Approved
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0492 — Attendance
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0535 — Attendance
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0539 — Attendance
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0509 — Attendance
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
26-0554 — Attendance
7 yea
Jim Beall yea · John L. Varela yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Richard Santos yea · Shiloh Ballard yea · Tony Estremera yea
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District committee meeting canceled for June 22, 2026
The Water Supply and Demand Management Committee meeting scheduled for June 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM has been canceled. The cancellation was announced on June 9, 2026, and the next meeting is set for September 28, 2026.
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Monday, June 22, 2026
10:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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COMMITTEE OFFICERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director, District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director, District 2
Richard Santos
Director, District 3
STAFF LIAISONS:
Vincent Gin
Kirsten Struve
Ryan McCarter
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2408
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt
from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a
majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through the legislative body
agenda web page at the same time that the public records are distributed or made
available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water District will make reasonable
efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing to participate in the legislative
body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board Office of any special needs by
calling (408) 630-2277.
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
Water Supply and D …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Board Audit Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Audit Committee meeting canceled for June 17, 2026
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Audit Committee (BAC) meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026, at 1:00 PM has been canceled. Notifications were published on the district's website and sent via email on May 28, 2026. The next special BAC meeting is scheduled for July 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM via Zoom or in-person at the headquarters boardroom.
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Headquarters Building Boardroom
5700 Almaden Expressway
San Jose, California
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
1:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
Headquarters Building Boardroom
5700 Almaden Expressway
BOARD AUDIT COMMITTEE
Jim Beall, Chairperson - District 4
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson -
District 2
Tony Estremera - District 6
DARIN TAYLOR
Committee Liaison
NICOLE MERRITT
Deputy Clerk (Committee
Meetings)
Office/Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-3262
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Audit Committee
REGULAR MEETING - NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
Board Audit Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
1:00 PMWednesday, …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
Committee considers interim complaint policy for board-appointed officers
The Board Policy and Monitoring Committee will review a proposed interim complaint policy for board-appointed officers. The committee will also provide feedback on the Board Work Plan and discuss the 2026 BPMC Work Plan.
- Consideration of the Interim Board Appointed Officer Complaint Policy for recommendation to the Full Board
- Review and feedback on the FY26 Board Work Plan
- Review and adjustment of the 2026 BPMC Committee Work Plan
- Approval of May 19, 2026 meeting minutes
policygovernanceadministrationcomplaints
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Tuesday, June 16, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director District 2
Tony Estremera, Member
Director District 6
COMMITTEE LIAISONS:
Candice Kwok-Smith
[email protected]
Theresa Chinte
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
1-408-630 -2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
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AGENDA
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Capital Improvement Program Committee
Committee to review Ogier Ponds-Coyote Creek project and capital project statuses
The Capital Improvement Program Committee will receive updates on the Ogier Ponds-Coyote Creek Separation Project and the status of projects currently in construction and environmental monitoring. The body will also review change orders for the Anderson Dam Tunnel Project and the 2026 committee work plan.
- Feasibility analysis and preliminary alternative for Ogier Ponds-Coyote Creek Separation Project
- Status report on capital projects in the construction phase
- Status report on projects in environmental permit compliance monitoring
- Change orders for the Anderson Dam Tunnel Project construction contract
- Review of the 2026 Capital Improvement Program Committee Work Plan
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Monday, June 15, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Committee Chair:
Director Nai Hsueh, District 5
Committee Vice Chair:
Director Jim Beall, District 4
Committee Member:
Director Tony Estremera, District 6
COMMITTEE LIAISON:
Jessica Collins
Dave Leon (COB Liaison)
Asst. Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2006
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Capital Improvement Program Committee
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
Board to adopt 2025 Urban Water Management and Water Shortage Contingency Plans
The Board of Directors will conduct a public hearing and vote to adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. The body will also consider several high-value construction and design contracts and appoint an interim District Counsel.
- Public hearing and adoption of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Construction contract for Penitencia Delivery and Force Main Inspection and Rehabilitation Project with Con-Quest Contractors Inc. for $6,591,000
- Design consultant agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Pure Water Silicon Valley Demonstration Facility Project for $4,499,917
- Appointment and compensation of an Interim District Counsel
- Approval of the 5-Year Implementation Plan (FY 2027-2031) for the Safe, Clean Water and Natural Flood Protection Program
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee
Committee considers $1.3 million for B.F. Sisk Dam planning costs
The Water Supply and Demand Management Committee will review updates on several water infrastructure projects and conservation plans. The body will discuss groundwater management and the status of the Sites Reservoir Project. A recommendation may be made to the Board to authorize payment for dam project planning.
- Recommendation to authorize up to $1,344,613 for B.F. Sisk Dam Raise and Reservoir Expansion Project planning costs
- Information on Draft 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Update on groundwater basin compliance with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act
- Discussion on Sites Reservoir Project water right permit terms and funding
- Update on Safe Clean Water Conservation Program Project A2 water conservation rebates
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Monday, June 8, 2026
1:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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COMMITTEE OFFICERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director, District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director, District 2
Richard Santos
Director, District 3
STAFF LIAISONS:
Vincent Gin
Kirsten Struve
Ryan McCarter
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2408
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Water Supply and Demand Management Committ
SPECIAL MEETING
AGENDA
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 8:30 AM
Jt Water Resources Committee-Gilroy/Morgan Hill
Joint water committee meeting in Gilroy canceled for June 3, 2026
The Santa Clara Valley Water District’s Joint Water Resources Committee for Gilroy and Morgan Hill has canceled its regular meeting scheduled for June 3, 2026. The cancellation was publicly announced on May 19, 2026, and the next meeting is set for October 7, 2026.
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South County Regional Wastewater Authority
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Wednesday, June 3, 2026
8:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
1500 Southside Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020
THIS MEETING IS IN-PERSON ONLY.
South County Regional Wastewater Authority
COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
John Varela, Dist. 1 Dir., Chair
Greg Bozzo, Mayor, Gilroy
Richard P. Santos, Dist. 3 Dir.
Dion Bracco, CM Gilroy
Hon. Yvonne Martinez Beltran, CM
Morgan Hill
Hon. Soraida Iwanaga, CM Morgan Hill
COMMITTEE LIAISON:
Kirsten Struve
Nicole Merritt (COB Liaison)
Deputy Clerk (Committee
Meetings)
[email protected]
408-630-3262
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt
from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a
majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through the legislative body
agenda web page at the same time that the public records are distributed or made
available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water District will make reasonable
efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing to participate in the legislative
body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board Office of any special needs by
calling (408) 630-2277.
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Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Water Supply and Demand Management Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District committee meeting canceled for June 1, 2026
The Water Supply and Demand Management Committee meeting scheduled for June 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM has been canceled. The next meeting is set for June 8, 2026, at 1:00 PM via Zoom or in-person at the district headquarters boardroom.
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Monday, June 1, 2026
10:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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COMMITTEE OFFICERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director, District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director, District 2
Richard Santos
Director, District 3
STAFF LIAISONS:
Vincent Gin
Kirsten Struve
Ryan McCarter
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
1-408-630-2408
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Water Supply and Demand Management Committ
NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING
AGENDA
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Recycled Water Committee
Recycled Water Committee to receive updates on desalination and potable reuse
The Recycled Water Committee will receive progress reports on the Desalination Engineering Feasibility Study and the Pure Water Silicon Valley project. The body will also discuss a site works agreement involving Microsoft Corporation and the City of San Jose.
- Update on the Desalination Engineering Feasibility Study
- Update on Pure Water Silicon Valley demonstration and full-scale direct potable reuse facilities
- Update on the Site Works Agreement with the City of San Jose and Microsoft Corporation
- Review and adjustment of the 2026 Recycled Water Committee Work Plan
- Approval of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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RECYCLED WATER COMMITTEE
Tony Estremera - District 6, Chair
Richard P. Santos - District 3, Vice
Chair
Jim Beall - District 4, Member
Kirsten Struve
Committee Liaison
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
Office of Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Recycled Water Committee
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
Recycled Water Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board of Directors
Board to vote on $4.8M pipeline project and $1M Guadalupe River monitoring contract
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors will meet to discuss and vote on routine items, major construction contracts, and policy positions. The board will also receive updates on invasive species threats and new construction delivery methods.
- Award $4,809,013.53 construction contract to Con-Quest Contractors for East Pipeline Inspection and Rehabilitation Project (San Jose)
- Approve $1,063,284 agreement with Stillwater Ecosystem for Guadalupe River Mitigation and Monitoring (2026-2029)
- Adopt positions supporting federal bills S.3732 and S.4213 on water security and data center transparency
- Adopt positions supporting state bills AB1603 (PFAS pesticides) and SB949 (Santa Cruz Mountains protection)
- Approve $3,829,918.75 contract to Hanford Applied Restoration for FERC compliance project (Morgan Hill)
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, May 26, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tony Estremera, Chair-District 6
Richard P. Santos, Vice Chair-District
3
John L. Varela-District 1
Shiloh Ballard-District 2
Jim Beall-District 4
Nai Hsueh-District 5
Rebecca Eisenberg-District 7
MELANIE RICHARDSON
Interim Chief Executive
Officer
CANDICE KWOK-SMITH
Clerk, Board of the Directors
(408) 630-3193
www.valleywater.org
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board of Directors
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Board Audit Committee
Board Audit Committee reviews 2026 audit plan and financial status
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Audit Committee will meet to receive updates on audits and financial status. The committee will discuss the 2026 annual audit plan, review open audit engagements, and receive a third-quarter financial status update. No major decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.
- Receive Permitting Best Practices Audit Status Update
- Receive Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Third Quarter Financial Status Update as of March 31, 2026
- Discuss 2026 Annual Audit Plan (Risk Assessment, Asset Management, Pacheco Reservoir Project, Investigations Process)
- Review and Discuss 2026 Board Audit Committee Work Plan
- Approval of April 15, 2026, Board Audit Committee Minutes
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
1:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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BOARD AUDIT COMMITTEE
Jim Beall, Chairperson - District 4
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson -
District 2
Tony Estremera - District 6
DARIN TAYLOR
Committee Liaison
NICOLE MERRITT
Deputy Clerk (Committee
Meetings)
Office/Clerk of the Board
(408) 630-3262
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Audit Committee
REGULAR MEETINGS
AGENDA
Board Audit Committee
Santa Clara Valley Water District
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETINGS
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Youth Commission
Youth Commission to review project group updates and FY26 work plan
The Santa Clara Valley Water District Youth Commission will receive updates from project groups and review its work plan to make recommendations to the Board. The meeting also includes the recognition of outgoing commission members.
- Approval of January 28, 2026 meeting minutes
- Updates from Youth Commission project groups
- Review of the FY26 Work Plan
- Recognition of outgoing Youth Commission members
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Wednesday, May 20, 2026
6:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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SCVWD Youth Commission
Aditya Shivakumar - Commission
Chairperson
Ellie Zhou - Commission Vice
Chairperson
BOARD REPRESENTATIVES
Director John Varela - District 1
Director Shiloh Ballard - District 2
Director Nai Hsueh - District 5
Kristen Yasukawa (Staff
Liaison)
Dave Leon (COB Liaison)
Assistant Deputy Clerk II
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Youth Commission
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
Youth Commission
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
Committee reviews new Technology Disruption Policy for Board meetings
The Board Policy and Monitoring Committee will discuss a new Technology Disruption Policy (GP-12.4) for recommendation to the full board. The committee will also receive updates on watershed master plans and provide feedback on the Board Work Plan and a complaint process audit.
- Review and recommendation of Technology Disruption Policy (GP-12.4) for Board meetings
- Update on West Valley and Lower Peninsula Watershed Master Plans
- Feedback on the audit of the Board Appointed Officers Complaint Process
- Review of the FY26 Board Work Plan
- Review and adjustment of the 2026 BPMC Work Plan
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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
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Tuesday, May 19, 2026
11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Water District
HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California
Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/81170871803
BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Nai Hsueh, Chairperson
Director District 5
Shiloh Ballard, Vice Chairperson
Director District 2
Tony Estremera, Member
Director District 6
COMMITTEE LIAISONS:
Candice Kwok-Smith
[email protected]
Theresa Chinte
[email protected]
Stephanie Simunic
COB Liaison
1-408-630 -2408
[email protected]
District Mission: Provide Silicon Valley safe, clean water for a healthy life, environment and economy.
Note: The finalized Board Agenda, exception items and supplemental items will be posted prior to the meeting in accordance with the Brown Act.
All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not
exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are
distributed to a majority of the legislative body, will be available to the public through
the legislative body agenda web page at the same time that the public records are
distributed or made available to the legislative body. Santa Clara Valley Water
District will make reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities wishing
to participate in the legislative body’s meeting. Please advise the Clerk of the Board
Office of any special needs by calling (408) 630-2277.
Board Policy and Monitoring Committee
REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA
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