On November 5, 2024, voters in the City of Santa Clara approved ballot Measure I, the Public Facilities and Infrastructure Bond Measure. This general obligation bond authorizes the issuance of $400 million to help address over $600 million in unfunded infrastructure needs, including aging fire stations, storm drain systems, and aquatic facilities. City staff have identified priority projects within the Expenditure Plan, and the bond funding will provide a clear path forward for making essential repairs and improvements across Santa Clara.
The Expenditure plan includes the following specific projects and estimated costs:
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Parks, Libraries, Senior Center, and Aquatics Facilities ($115,258,750)
Apply to Serve on Committee
The City is currently recruiting to fill nine positions on the Bond Compliance Oversight Committee.
Apply online or in-person at the City Clerk's Office, 1500 Warburton Ave. Santa Clara, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2025.
About the Bond Compliance Oversight Committee
As required by Measure I, the City is establishing a Bond Compliance Oversight Committee to ensure transparency and accountability in the implementation of Measure I projects. The Commitee is anticipated to meet 3-4 times per year.
The role of the Bond Compliance Oversight Committee is to:
- Ensure that project implementation aligns with all bond measure requirements, including the terms of the Expenditure Plan.
- Review and report on annual audits.
- Review and provide recommendations to the City Council on any proposed amendments to the Expenditure Plan.
- Inform the public about the expenditure of bond proceeds.
The Committee will consist of (9) nine members and will be selected by a lottery process and confirmed by the City Council.
City of Santa Clara Residents: (7) seven total residents of the city of Santa Clara, representing the following with the initial term limits*
*All members are eligible to serve up to two full 4-year terms.
City of Santa Clara Business Representatives: (2) Two residents of the city of Santa Clara, representing the following with the initial term limits*
*All members are eligible to serve up to two full 4-year terms.