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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 11:00 AM

Board of Directors

HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/84454515597
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Tuesday, September 8, 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/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 CLOSED SESSION AND REGUL …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 11:00 AM

Board Policy and Monitoring Committee

Water District Board Policy Committee Meeting Canceled

The September 15, 2026 regular meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Policy and Monitoring Committee has been canceled. The next special meeting is scheduled for September 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM, via Zoom or in person at the district headquarters.

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Tuesday, September 15, 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 ckwok-smith@valleywater.org Theresa Chinte tchinte@valleywater.org Stephanie Simunic COB Liaison 1-408-630 -2408 ssimunic@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 Policy and Monitoring Committee NOTICE OF CANCELED MEET …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Board of Directors

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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 12:00 PM

Santa Clara Valley Water Commission

Water Commission to review 2026 work plan and tour flood project site

The Santa Clara Valley Water Commission is holding a special meeting and site visit. The agenda includes approving the April 8, 2026 meeting minutes, reviewing the 2026 work plan and outcomes of board actions, and a tour of the Upper Llagas Creek Flood Protection Project site for informational purposes only. No major decisions are scheduled.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2026 12:00 PM Santa Clara Valley Water District HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/91095453959# 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 ssimunic@valleywater.org 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 SPECIAL MEETING AND SITE VISIT (IN-PERSON …
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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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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 kstruve@valleywater.org Stephanie Simunic Office of Clerk of the Board (408) 630-2408 ssimunic@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. Recycled Water Committee NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING AGENDA Recycled Water Committee Santa Clara Valley Water District AGENDA NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING 12:00 PMWednesday, August 26, 2026 Headquarters Building Boardroom NOT …
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Wed Aug 26, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Youth Commission

Youth Commission elects new leadership and reviews 2026 accomplishments

The Santa Clara Valley Water District Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The body will also receive training on Brown Act requirements and review the 2026 Accomplishments Report. The Commission is expected to recognize outgoing members and forward the report to the Board of Directors for consideration.

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Wednesday, August 26, 2026 6:00 PM Santa Clara Valley Water District HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/87431067568 SCVWD Youth Commission TBD - 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 daveleon@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. Youth Commission REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Youth Commission Santa Clara Valley W …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 11:00 AM

Board of Directors

Board to consider eminent domain for Coyote Creek flood project land

The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a resolution of necessity to acquire property from Pedro D. Valdez, Maria C. Valdez, and Tomasa S. Valdez via eminent domain for the Coyote Creek Flood Protection Project. The board will also vote on positions for state and federal legislation and ballot measures, and award a construction contract for the Berryessa Creek Flood Protection Project.

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Tuesday, August 25, 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/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 *ITEMS AMENDED AND/OR APPE …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-0626 — Attendance
7 yea
Shiloh Ballard yea · Jim Beall yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Tony Estremera yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Richard Santos yea · John L. Varela yea
CONSENT CALENDAR: (4.1 - *4.6) (Est. Time: 5 Minutes) — Approved
7 yea
Shiloh Ballard yea · Jim Beall yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Tony Estremera yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Richard Santos yea · John L. Varela yea
26-0608 — Approved
7 yea
Shiloh Ballard yea · Jim Beall yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Tony Estremera yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Richard Santos yea · John L. Varela yea
26-0626 — Adopted
7 yea
Shiloh Ballard yea · Jim Beall yea · Rebecca Eisenberg yea · Tony Estremera yea · Nai Hsueh yea · Richard Santos yea · John L. Varela yea
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 11:00 AM

Board of Directors

Board to consider eminent domain for Coyote Creek flood project

The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a resolution of necessity to acquire property from the Valdez family by eminent domain for the Coyote Creek Flood Protection Project. The board will also vote on several consent items, including contract amendments and a construction award, and receive reports on lobbying activities and board committee updates.

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Tuesday, August 25, 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/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 CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR …
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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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Monday, August 24, 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 ssimunic@valleywater.org 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 Water Supply and D …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Board Audit Committee

Audit committee to review FY2025 water utility audit and 2027 audit topics

The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board Audit Committee will receive and discuss the audit report for the Water Utility Enterprise Funds for fiscal year 2025, review the status of audit recommendations, and discuss potential topics for the 2027 annual audit plan. The committee will also review the 2026 annual audit plan and its work plan. This is a regular meeting with no public hearings or contracts on the agenda.

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Wednesday, August 19, 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/91608079873 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 nmerritt@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 Audit Committee REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Board Audit Committee Santa Clara Valley Water District AGENDA REGULAR MEETING 1 …
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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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Tuesday, August 18, 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 ckwok-smith@valleywater.org Theresa Chinte tchinte@valleywater.org Stephanie Simunic COB Liaison 1-408-630 -2408 ssimunic@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 Policy and Monitoring Committee NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 11:00 AM

Capital Improvement Program Committee

Valley Water committee to review capital project statuses and Anderson Dam tunnel change orders

The Capital Improvement Program Committee will receive updates on capital projects in feasibility/planning and design/permitting phases, hear about upcoming consultant agreement amendments, and get information on change orders for the Anderson Dam Tunnel Project construction contract. The committee will also review its 2026 work plan. No final decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion and information.

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Monday, August 17, 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/94158013374 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 DaveLeon@valleywater.org 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 Capital Improvement Program Committee Santa C …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 10:00 AM

Board of Directors

Board to interview CEO candidates in closed session

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Santa Clara Valley Water District Board of Directors, held solely to interview candidates for the Chief Executive Officer position. The board will discuss the appointment in closed session under Government Code Section 54957(b)(1), and no public action is scheduled. The next regular board meeting is set for August 25, 2026.

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Thursday, August 13, 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 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION ME …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 1:00 PM

Board of Directors

Board to decide on $600M water bond refunding and $1.5M audit contract

The Santa Clara Valley Water District Board will hold a continued public hearing on proposed modifications to two flood protection and graffiti removal projects, and consider approving a $600 million water system refunding bond issuance. The board will also vote on a $1.5 million audit consultant contract, a $1.34 million payment for a dam raise project, and a $5 million carbon offset brokerage agreement. Several routine consent items are also on the agenda.

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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 *ITEMS AMENDED AND/OR APPEN …
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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.

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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 REGULAR BOARD MEETING AGEND …
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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.

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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 Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/99518153521 RECYCLED WATER COMMITTEE Tony Estremera - District 6, Chair Richard P. Santos - District 3, Vice Chair Jim Beall - District 4, Member Kirsten Struve Committee Liaison kstruve@valleywater.org Stephanie Simunic Office of Clerk of the Board (408) 630-2408 ssimunic@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. Recycled Water Committee SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Recycled Water Committee Santa Clara Valley Water District AGENDA SPECIAL MEETI …
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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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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 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING - BOAR …
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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.

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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/91608079873 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 nmerritt@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 Audit Committee SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Board Audit Committee Santa Clara Valley Water District AGENDA SPECIAL MEETING 1:00 P …
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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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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 MEETING CANCELED AGENDA Board …
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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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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 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION MEETIN …
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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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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 ssimunic@valleywater.org 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 Water Supply and Dem …
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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.

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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 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 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION AND SP …
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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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Wednesday, July 22, 2026 12:00 PM Santa Clara Valley Water District HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/91095453959# 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 ssimunic@valleywater.org 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 NOTICE OF CANCELED MEETING AGENDA Santa Clar …
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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.

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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 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 ckwok-smith@valleywater.org Theresa Chinte tchinte@valleywater.org Stephanie Simunic COB Liaison 1-408-630 -2408 ssimunic@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 Policy and Monitoring Committee REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Board …
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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.

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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 Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/94403145442 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 daveleon@valleywater.org (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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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 Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/94158013374 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 DaveLeon@valleywater.org 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 Capital Improvement Program Committee …
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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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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 nmerritt@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 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.

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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 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 *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 · 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.

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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 Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/98850905996 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) nmerritt@valleywater.org 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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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.

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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 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 SPECIAL CLOSED SESSION MEETING …
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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.

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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/99518153521
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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 Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/99518153521 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 ssimunic@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. 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.

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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/84454515597
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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 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 *ITEMS AMENDED AND/OR APPEND …
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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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HQ. Bldg. Boardroom, 5700 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, California Join Zoom Meeting: https://valleywater.zoom.us/s/92597340524
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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 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 ssimunic@valleywater.org 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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