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Child Welfare

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Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 1, 2026, up from 1 in the two months before.

Public comments (18)

OpposedKaren ReichOct 20, 2026

Expressed grievances regarding the foster care system and child welfare removals.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — October 20, 2026 · 2:13:02 →
OpposedGregoryOct 20, 2026

Shared personal grievances regarding child protective services removing his child after seeking medical assistance.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — October 20, 2026 · 2:14:35 →
ConcernedKevin ThomasOct 6, 2026

Raised concerns and made allegations regarding child welfare proceedings and family law cases.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — October 6, 2026 · 2:04:59 →
ConcernedDelina MurilloOct 6, 2026

Criticized the performance of court-appointed panel attorneys in dependency court and requested an audit.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — October 6, 2026 · 2:07:16 →
ConcernedLeticia HowardOct 6, 2026

Raised due process concerns regarding Children and Family Services investigations and parental rights.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — October 6, 2026 · 2:09:09 →
ConcernedKaren ReichOct 6, 2026

Expressed distress over the removal of her grandchildren by child welfare services and demanded their return.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — October 6, 2026 · 2:11:43 →
ConcernedDelina MurilloSep 1, 2026

Expressed concerns regarding family services, communication, and systemic accountability within children's services.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — September 1, 2026 · 45:29 →
ConcernedAndrea WadeAug 4, 2026

Shared personal experiences with the child welfare system, alleging rights violations and lack of reunification support.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — August 4, 2026 · 3:53:38 →
ConcernedLisa FennAug 4, 2026

Expressed distress over child custody cases and requested an independent audit of the child welfare department.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — August 4, 2026 · 3:56:01 →
ConcernedGregory OsborneAug 4, 2026

Raised concerns about family harassment and child welfare interventions, calling for system accountability.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — August 4, 2026 · 3:58:28 →
ConcernedLetitia HowardAug 4, 2026

Placed a formal declaration on record regarding constitutional due process rights and federal Title IV-E funding allocations in child welfare cases.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — August 4, 2026 · 3:59:41 →
ConcernedGarth Pezant, Sr.Jun 23, 2026

Spoke about legal accountability, vicarious liability, and personal responsibility within government agencies.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 34:05 →
ConcernedCarmen GallegosJun 23, 2026

Discussed neighborhood conditions, environmental safety, and community support block by block.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 37:05 →
OpposedAndrea MyersJun 23, 2026

Criticized child protective services for the removal of children and expressed frustration over scheduled meeting times and unreturned communications.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 40:26 →
OpposedMelinda O'NealJun 23, 2026

Shared personal experiences with children being placed in temporary facilities and challenges within dependency court proceedings.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 43:42 →
OpposedAlejandra ContrerasJun 23, 2026

Advocated for families and children facing prolonged separation from parents due to disputed child welfare cases.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 45:00 →
ConcernedAmethyst YatesJun 23, 2026

Shared personal childhood trauma from experiencing the foster care system and cautioned against relying solely on department funding.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 47:44 →
OpposedKrisha CaelJun 23, 2026

Voiced severe concerns regarding foster care safety, past placement issues, and communication difficulties with social workers.

Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting — June 23, 2026 · 49:41 →