TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: Sheriff-Coroner
MEETING DATE: May 19, 2026
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Matthew Kendall
PHONE:
707-463-4085
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Megan Zaied
PHONE:
707-468-3451
ITEM TYPE: Consent Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: N/A
AGENDA TITLE:
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Approval of Two-Year Agreement with Joshua Sternberg for Jail Gardening Management Services in the Amount of $106,080 Effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
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Approve two-year Agreement with Joshua Sternberg for Jail Gardening Management Services in the amount of $106,080 effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028; authorize the Sheriff to sign future amendments that do not affect the Agreement total; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
On June 3, 2025, the Board approved a one-year Agreement with Joshua Sternberg for Jail Gardening Management Services for FY2025-26 in the amount of $53,040.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
The Sheriff's Office requests approval of a two-year Agreement for continued Jail Gardening Management Services with Joshua Sternberg. This program provides incarcerated individuals with meaningful work opportunities and hands-on skills development through structured gardening activities. Under the proposed Agreement, Joshua Sternberg will manage and oversee all aspects of the Jail's gardening program. In addition to supporting rehabilitation by fostering practical skills, the gardening program also supplies fresh vegetables and fruit for the Jail kitchen to prepare and serve. This contributes to both resident well-being and the sustainability of Jail operations.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION/MOTION:
Return to staff for alternate handling.
STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITY DESIGNATION: An Effective County Government
SUPERVISORIAL DISTRICT: ALL
VOTE REQUIREMENT: Majority
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: N/A
FISCAL DETAILS:
SOURCE OF FUNDING: 2410 Inmate Welfare Fund
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