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County hears federal and state legislative updates; Garamendi earmark confirmed for Markley Lane
Summary
Paragon Government Relations and Sacramento advocate Paul Yoder briefed the board on delayed federal appropriations, efforts to restore the Affordable Connectivity Program, and three congressionally requested earmarks — including a $5 million request for Markley Lane improvements submitted by Congressman Garamendi.
County legislative consultants updated the Board on federal and state legislative matters that could affect Solano County projects and programs.
Federal: Paragon’s team (Joe and Hassan) said FY2025 appropriations remain delayed and House/Senate proposals diverge; they highlighted continued efforts to restore funding for the Federal Communications Commission’s Affordable Connectivity Program and noted the county’s three congressional earmark requests (county radio infrastructure, Valeo Early Learning Center, and a water utilities master plan) are in play. Hassan confirmed staff is tracking disposition of earmark requests and will follow up on status.
State: Paul Yoder reported that the California budget package was moving toward completion in mid‑June (AB 107 and related trailer bills) and flagged key outstanding disputes — notably a roughly $1 billion difference over corrections funding and questions about the managed care organization (MCO) tax. Yoder also summarized several ballot fights and initiatives that could alter the November package.
During Q&A the board confirmed Congressman Garamendi submitted a $5 million transportation earmark for the Markley Lane extension project and asked staff to continue tracking the request’s progress through appropriations channels.
