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In Santa Clara this week, the Board of Supervisors’ Public Safety & Justice Committee continued advancing youth-related initiatives, including approving a retroactive contract amendment with HopSkipDrive to expand transportation services for foster youth. The committee also reviewed reports on voluntary services for dually involved youth and discussed the annual work plan for youth programs in FY 2026-27. Recent county board meetings focused on addressing disparities in juvenile arrests and improving support for families with children with disabilities. The Youth Task Force membership and outreach efforts were also discussed and refined to enhance engagement and effectiveness. Key highlights: - Approval of increased funding for foster youth transportation services via HopSkipDrive. - Review and follow-up on Department of Family and Children Services reports concerning dually involved youth. - Discussion of the FY 2026-27 youth program work plan and youth organization engagement. - Ongoing efforts to address juvenile justice disparities and support vulnerable youth populations. - Youth Task Force membership process and promotional outreach plans reviewed and advanced. What to watch: Continued implementation of the youth transportation program and updates on voluntary service effectiveness for dually involved youth are expected in upcoming committee meetings.

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