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Alameda County supervisors approve $269 million Santa Rita Jail repairs after heated public opposition
Summary
After hours of public comment opposing a proposed $269 million capital package for Santa Rita Jail, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved item 55.1 to fund life‑safety and deferred maintenance work. The vote was 4–1; concerns about timing, budget trade‑offs and the county’s CareFirst/JailsLast priorities persisted.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted 4–1 on June 3 to approve a multi‑year capital project for Santa Rita Jail intended to address life‑safety and deferred‑maintenance needs, despite extensive public opposition that urged the board to prioritize housing and community‑based care.
Supervisor Nate Miley moved the motion to approve item 55.1 (recommendations A–J), saying the measure “is not an expansion of the jail. This is basically making sure that we address the deferred maintenance that's occurring right now in the jail,” and arguing the work addresses immediate safety risks. Supervisor Marquez seconded the motion. In the roll call, Supervisors Marquez, Miley, President Halbert and Vice President Tam voted yes. Supervisor Fortunato Bass voted no.
The General Services Agency’s director, Kimberly…
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