Karen Stepper

American Red Cross disaster sheltering services

The town is still owed roughly $1.45 million on Front Street repairs and may face more unreimbursed disaster costs in the future.

Town Fiscal Year 2025/26 Financial Report

Interest earnings of roughly 4.23% support town services; the paper loss is unrealized and won't be realized under policy.

City Attorney employment agreement extension and compensation

Any contract direction could affect the cost of the Town's top legal post, but no figures were disclosed.

Commission vacancies and recruitment

Overhaul of Town Personnel Policies

No direct cost discussed, though outside counsel helped with the technical revisions.

State legislative outcomes and November ballot measures

Measure RTM would add a half-cent sales tax in Contra Costa County for 14 years if voters approve it.

Parks budget cost recovery

A roughly $1.4 million gap between program spending and revenue, with fee increases planned to narrow it.

Plaques on new public buildings — study session requested

Draft FY 2026/2027 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program

The budget and fee schedule shape town spending and resident fees for the coming fiscal year — dollar amounts weren't available in the provided materials.

Contra Costa transit funding concerns

About $26 million annually could flow to County Connection if the SB 63 half-cent sales tax passes.

SB 707 Compliance Updates