Public comment on the FY 2026-27 proposed county budget

For about two hours, residents and nonprofit leaders spoke on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget. They asked the board to keep community-based organization (CBO) and arts funding, restore $12.4 million for early-morning bus service, fund the Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) program at $20 million, and protect eviction diversion and library funding.

The full write-up (what each member said, the conditions, and links to the exact minute in the city’s video) is for members.