The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1330 hours on August 11, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on June 23, 2026.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of a letter from the Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA) acknowledging the District’s record of no paid claims during the past five years.
3.2.2 A copy of a memo from Chief Kerdkaew regarding a leave from August 8th through the 19th.
3.2.3 A copy of an email from Amit Nayyar regarding a fire hydrant on Norton Road.
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for June and July. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for June and July (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
4.3.1 Report on development at 19761 Three Oaks Way.
4.3.2 Report on hydrant inspection in private water systems.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
a. Report on purchasing the new generator. (Study Session after meeting)
b. Report on repairs to the Model AA engine.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for June and July 2026.
5.3 Other Reports
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
7. New Business:
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
STUDY SESSION
DIRECTLY AFTER BOARD MEETING
The purpose of this meeting is to review the generator bids and determine if they are complete. No decisions will be made during this session.
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1300 hours on June 16, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on May 19, 2026.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of the 2026 Spring Community Chipping Program Report.
3.2.2 A copy of a quote for the Ambric Knolls bridge assessment. The quote is agendized under “New Business.”
3.2.3 A copy of the proposed 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. The topic is agendized under “Old Business.”
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for May. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for May. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
a. Report on purchasing the new generator.
b. Report on repairs to the Model AA engine.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for May 2026.
5.3 Other Reports
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
6.2 Discuss and consider the 2026-2027 General Fund Budget.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the quote for the Ambric Knolls bridge assessment.
The notice for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on May 26, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
Topic: Discuss replacing the emergency generator.
NOTE: No decisions will be made during this study session.
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1500 hours on May 12, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on April 21, 2026.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of an email from Grace Mannell announcing the filing of the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project Project-Specific Analysis and Addendum with the State Clearinghouse and the Santa Clara County Clerk.
3.2.2 A copy of a memo from the Registrar of Voters office discussing proposed new fees.
3.2.3 Copy of a memo from Attorney Hynes discussing recent changes to the Brown Act.
3.2.4 Letters of support from the District for two grant applications. One is for the Bohlman Road project and the second is for a Regional Wildfire and Resilience Workforce Development Program.
3.2.5 A copy of a postcard from the City of Saratoga discussing new tree regulations.
3.2.6 A copy of the preliminary 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. The topic is agendized under “New Business.”
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for April. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for April. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
a. Report on purchasing the new generator.
b. Report on repairs to the Model AA engine.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for April 2026.
5.3 Other Reports
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the 2026-2027 General Fund Budget.
7.2 Discuss and consider setting the dates for Board meetings for the remainder of 2026.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
Minutes
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
PRELIMINARY BUDGET HEARING
May 19, 2026
0900 HOURS
HELD AT THE FIRE STATION
14380 SARATOGA AVENUE
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1500 hours on May 12, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Kraule at 0905 hours. In attendance were Commissioners Zambetti and Kao, Hazardous Materials Assistant Fire Marshal Davis, Zaid Ortiz from the FireSafe Council, Attorney Hynes and members of the public.
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on April 21, 2026.
The minutes of the April 2, 2026 meeting were approved as presented.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
Mr. Chuck Reed spoke about the role of the Saratoga Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of an email from Grace Mannell announcing the filing of the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project Project-Specific Analysis and Addendum with the State Clearinghouse and the Santa Clara County Clerk.
The email was read and entered into the record.
3.2.2 A copy of a memo from the Registrar of Voters office discussing proposed new fees.
The memo was entered into the record.
3.2.3 Copy of a memo from Attorney Hynes discussing recent changes to the Brown Act.
The memo was entered into the record.
3.2.4 Letters of support from the District for two grant applications. One is for the Bohlman Road project and the second is for a Regional Wildfire and Resilience Workforce Development Program.
The letters were entered into the record.
3.2.5 A copy of a postcard from the City of Saratoga discussing new tree regulations.
The post card was entered into the record.
3.2.6 A copy of the preliminary 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. The topic is agendized under “New Business.”
The preliminary budget was entered into the record.
3.3 Additional Correspondence. None.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for April. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
Assistant Fire Marshal Davis presented the Response Report for April. The report was accepted as presented.
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for April. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
Assistant Fire Marshal Davis presented the Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report. Commissioner Kraule expressed concern regarding hydrant inspections in private water companies and gate inspections. The report was accepted as presented.
4.3 Other projects/reports. None.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
Commissioner Zambetti reported that the most recent meeting concerned wastewater. The report was accepted as presented.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
a. Report on purchasing the new generator.
A study session will be scheduled for June 8th or 9th to review the information received.
b. Report on repairs to the Model AA engine.
Commissioner Zambetti reported that the timeline for completion of the engine has been set back 30 days. The report was accepted as presented.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for April 2026.
The financial reports were accepted as presented.
5.3 Other Reports
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
Zaid Ortiz reported that the spring chipping program had been completed. Twelve homes in the district had been serviced. One CWPP class was held during the month. The report was accepted as presented.
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case. Not necessary.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the 2026-2027 General Fund Budget.
After discussion, the board decided to add $10,000.00 to the budget for additional professional services.
7.2 Discuss and consider setting the dates for Board meetings for the remainder of 2026.
The board set the following dates for the remainder of 2026: July – None, August – 18th, September – 15th, October – 20th, November – 17th, December – 15th.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 1030 hours. The minutes were transcribed and typed by Trina Whitley.
The notice for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on April 28, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
Topic: Discuss replacing the emergency generator.
NOTE: No decisions will be made during this study session.
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on April 14, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on March 17, 2026.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of an MOU between the Saratoga Fire Protection District and the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council for cooperation under the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP). The MOU is agendized under “New Business.”
3.2.2 A copy of Resolution 2026-3, a Resolution adopting CEQA Project-Specific Analysis/Addendum for the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP), Making CEQA Findings, Approving the Project, and Approving Related Actions. The resolution is agendized under “New Business.”
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for March. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for March. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
a. Report on purchasing the new generator.
b. Report on repairs to the Model AA engine.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for March 2026.
5.3 Other Reports
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider approving an MOU between the Saratoga Fire Protection District and the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council for cooperation under the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP).
7.2 Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-3, a Resolution adopting CEQA Project-Specific Analysis/Addendum for the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP), Making CEQA Findings, Approving the Project, and Approving Related Actions.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
Minutes
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
April 21, 2026
0900 HOURS
HELD AT THE FIRE STATION
14380 SARATOGA AVENUE
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on April 14, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Kraule at 0905 hours. In attendance were Commissioners Kao and Zambetti, Deputy Chief Shumate, Glen Hendricks, and Attorney Hynes. Also in attendance were Stephen Harrington, Zaid Ortiz, and Amanda Brenner-Cannon from the FireSafe Council and Grace Mannell from Ascent.
The board voted to add water leaks to the agenda under “New Business.”
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on March 17, 2026.
The minutes of the March 17, 2026 meeting were approved as presented.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment. None.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of an MOU between the Saratoga Fire Protection District and the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council for cooperation under the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP). The MOU is agendized under “New Business.”
The MOU was entered into the record.
3.2.2 A copy of Resolution 2026-3, a Resolution adopting CEQA Project-Specific Analysis/Addendum for the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP), Making CEQA Findings, Approving the Project, and Approving Related Actions. The resolution is agendized under “New Business.”
The resolution was entered into the record.
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
3.3.1 An email from Commissioner Kraule regarding water leaks on the property.
The email was read and accepted into the record. The topic was agendized under “New Business.”
3.3.2 A copy of the County Board of Supervisors Ordinance NS-300.857, an ordinance amending provisions regarding electronic filing of campaign finance statements.
The ordinance was read and entered into the record.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for March. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
Chief Shumate presented the response report for March. There were no significant incidents during the month. The report was accepted as presented.
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for March. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report was accepted as presented.
4.3 Other projects/reports. None.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
Commissioner Zambetti reported that there was nothing related to fire discussed at the meeting. The report was accepted.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
a. Report on purchasing the new generator.
A meeting has been scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026.
b. Report on repairs to the Model AA engine.
Commissioner Zambetti reported that they would be transporting the antique engine to Turlock to have the new motor installed. The report was accepted as presented.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for March 2026.
The Financial Report was accepted as presented.
5.3 Other Reports
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
Zaid Ortiz reported that a CWPP project tracker training meeting had been held. The report was accepted as presented.
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
Closed session was moved to the end of the meeting. The board went into closed session at 0956 hours. The meeting was reconvened at 1031 hours. No decisions were made during the closed session. No action was necessary at this time.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider approving an MOU between the Saratoga Fire Protection District and the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council for cooperation under the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP).
After discussion, the board voted unanimously to approve the MOU.
7.2 Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-3, a Resolution adopting CEQA Project-Specific Analysis/Addendum for the West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP), Making CEQA Findings, Approving the Project, and Approving Related Actions.
After discussion, the board voted unanimously to pass Resolution 2026-3, a Resolution adopting CEQA Project-Specific Analysis/Addendum for the West Santa Clara landscape Resiliency Project, Making CEQA Findings, Approving the Project, and Approving Related Actions.
7.3 Discuss and consider water leaks in the landscape and driveway areas.
After discussion, the board decided that staff would discuss the landscape leaks with the landscape contractor. It would also be requested that he remove the junk left in the transformer box near the generator. Commissioner Kraule will discuss the driveway leak with the City.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 1033 hours. The minutes were transcribed and typed by Trina Whitley.
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on March 11, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on February 17, 2026.
2.2 Approval of the minutes of the special Board Meeting on February 24, 2026.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of email of the 2025 mandated public inspection report from Santa Clara County Fire and Resolution 2026-1, a Resolution accepting the report. The resolution is agendized under “New Business.”
3.2.2 A copy of Resolution 2026-2, a Resolution requesting the consolidation of election and services from the County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters. The resolution is agendized under “ New Business.”
3.2.3 Email from Behrouz Behrouzian of Bp-Pak, Inc. requesting additional time to submit a bid for the generator project.
3.2.4 Copy of Ordinance #1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending Ordinance #1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates. Adoption of the ordinance is agendized under “New Business.”
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for February. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for February. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
A. Report on purchasing a replacement generator.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for February 2026.
5.3 Other Reports.
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report – presentation on West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP).
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the adoption of Ordinance No 1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending ordinance No 1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates.
7.2 Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-1, a Resolution accepting the 2025 state mandated inspection report.
7.3 Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-2, a Resolution requesting the consolidation of election and services from the County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters.
7.4 Discuss and consider the Model AA repairs.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
Minutes
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
March 17, 2026
0900 HOURS
HELD AT THE FIRE STATION
14380 SARATOGA AVENUE
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on March 11, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 0906 hours by Commissioner Kraule. In attendance were Commissioners Kao and Zambetti, Hazardous Materials Assistant Fire Marshal Davis, Stephen Harrington and Zaid Ortiz from the FireSafe Council, Grace Mannell from Ascent, and Attorney Hynes.
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on February 17, 2026.
2.2 Approval of the minutes of the special Board Meeting on February 24, 2026.
The minutes of the February 17 and February 24, 2026 meetings were approved as presented.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment. None.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Copy of email of the 2025 mandated public inspection report from Santa Clara County Fire and Resolution 2026-1, a Resolution accepting the report. The resolution is agendized under “New Business.”
The resolution and report were entered into the record.
3.2.2 A copy of Resolution 2026-2, a Resolution requesting the consolidation of election and services from the County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters. The resolution is agendized under “ New Business.”
The resolution was entered into the record.
3.2.3 Email from Behrouz Behrouzian of Bp-Pak, Inc. requesting additional time to submit a bid for the generator project.
The email was read and entered into the record.
3.2.4 Copy of Ordinance #1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending Ordinance #1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates. Adoption of the ordinance is agendized under “New Business.”
The ordinance was entered into the record.
3.3 Additional Correspondence. None.
The board voted to move the WSCLRP presentation up on the agenda.
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report – presentation on West Santa Clara Landscape Resiliency Project (WSCLRP).
Stephen Harrington and Grace Mannell presented a description of the WSCLRP and answered questions relating to the project and the District’s involvement as lead agency. Zaid Ortiz reported that there were 20 signups for chipping. The report was accepted as presented.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for February. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
Hazardous Materials Assistant Fire Marshal Davis presented the Response Report for February. There was one fire response during the month and 58 medical responses. There were no significant losses. Commissioner Kraule requested that the color map be returned to the report. The report was accepted as presented.
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for February. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
Hazardous Materials Assistant Fire Marshal Davis presented the Fire Marshal’s Report for February. The weed Abatement letter will go out on April 8th. Inspections will begin in the high fire area. The report was accepted as presented.
4.3 Other projects/reports. None.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
Commissioner Zambetti reported that nothing related to fire was discussed at the last meeting. The report was accepted as presented.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
A. Report on purchasing a replacement generator.
Bids are due in on April 10th. The report was accepted as presented.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for February 2026.
The report was accepted as presented.
5.3 Other Reports. See above.
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
It was not necessary to go into closed session.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the adoption of Ordinance No 1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending ordinance No 1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates.
The board voted unanimously to pass Ordinance No 1-2026, an ordinance pertaining to fire apparatus access gates. The ordinance will be published in the Saratoga News.
7.2 Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-1, a Resolution accepting the 2025 state mandated inspection report.
The board voted unanimously to pass Resolution 2026-1 accepting the 2025 state mandated inspection report.
7.3 Discuss and consider Resolution 2026-2, a Resolution requesting the consolidation of election and services from the County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters.
The board voted unanimously to pass Resolution 2026-2 consolidating the November election. In addition, candidate statements will be limited to 200 words, candidates will pay for their statements in advance, and a tie will be decided by lot.
7.4 Discuss and consider the Model AA repairs.
No action was necessary at this time.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 1100 hours. The minutes were transcribed and typed by Trina Whitley.
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1300 hours on February 17, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Communications:
2.1 Oral communications or public comment.
2.2 Correspondence.
2.2.1 Email from Bill Boller and Sandeep Jain requesting a meeting regarding the development of property on Three Oaks Way. The topic is agendized under “New Business.”
2.3 Additional Correspondence.
6. New Business:
6.1 Discuss and consider the development of property on Three Oaks Way.
7. Board Signatures:
8. Adjournment:
Special meeting report
February 15, 2026
Chief Estrada Commissioner Kraule Commissioner Zambetti Commissioner Kao
Residents whose homes rely on Three Oaks Way as their defined fire apparatus access road have received the referenced Plan Review dated January 13, 2026, concerning the proposed project at 19761 Three Oaks Way. We appreciate your continued commitment to public safety and diligent enforcement of the Fire Code. We respectfully request confirmation that all applicable Fire Code provisions will be fully satisfied before any approvals or permits are issued for this project.
As you know, we have previously met with you, members of your staff, the Saratoga Fire Commission, and City of Saratoga officials regarding this development. During those discussions, we were encouraged by shared affirmation that compliance with the Fire Code is mandatory and by your written confirmation that “a permit presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of the fire code or other such laws or regulations shall not be valid.”
The Fire Code establishes objective, measurable requirements that were in effect when this project application was submitted. The most recent Inconsistency Letter reinforces that these standards govern the review. However, several critical requirements remain not yet satisfied and others have been omitted.
Outstanding Compliance Issue Examples
1. Single Access Road Dependency
SCCFD has identified Three Oaks Way as the fire apparatus access road providing ingress and egress for existing homes on Three Oaks Way and three connected roadways that are entirely dependent upon it. These roadways currently serve 30 dwelling units, none of which have alternative access (see Attachment A).
2. Maximum Dwelling Units Served by Single Access Road
SCCFD Specification No. A-1, Fire Department Apparatus Access, Section IV-C-1 states: “Developments of one or two-family dwellings where the number of dwelling units exceeds 30 shall be provided with two separate and approved fire apparatus access roads…”
Because the existing system already serves 30 units, any additional dwellings would trigger the requirement for secondary access.
3. Secondary Access Road Separation Requirement
Section V.A requires that where two access roads are required, they must be separated by at least one-half of the maximum overall diagonal dimension of the area served, measured centerline to centerline.
4. Prior Permitting Reached The Current Code Limitation
Previous approvals for the nine-acre Three Oaks Court development were limited to seven new dwellings rather than nine otherwise allowed by zoning, bringing the total to the 30-unit threshold allowed for a single access road.
5. Access Road Compliance Not Yet Demonstrated
SCCFD’s Plan Review indicates that compliance with required roadway standards has not yet been demonstrated, stating: “Revise plans to show the width, slope, and radii of turns of the access road (Three Oaks Way). [CFC Sections 106.2.1, 503.2.1, 503.2.2, 503.2.3, & 503.2.4].”
Attachment C shows how the non-compliant Three Oaks Way is blocked when a large vehicle passes through.
6. Additional Proposed Violations of The Fire Code
Six proposed buildings exceed 30 feet in height, which triggers aerial apparatus access road requirements that are not addressed in the review comments, including:
• Minimum unobstructed width of 26 feet • Required proximity of 15–30 feet from at least one entire side of the building • Absence of overhead obstructions
7. CCF 104 General Authority and Responsibilities (A)
104.1 General
Official’s “interpretations shall be in compliance… with the intent and purpose of this Code”
Given the clear life-safety implications for existing residents and the objective standards established in the Fire Code, we respectfully request written confirmation that no approvals or permits will be issued unless and until all applicable Fire Code requirements are demonstrably satisfied. Attachment B is a partial list of Fire Code sections relevant to this correspondence. Other Code sections also apply.
If the Department determines that any cited provisions do not apply, we respectfully request written identification of the specific code authority supporting that determination, so the administrative record accurately reflects the basis for such decision.
Because this issue directly affects emergency access and resident safety, we respectfully request a meeting with you to discuss further and your written response.
Respectfully,
Bill Boller Sandeep Jain
Cc: Trina Whitley
Attachment A: 30 Dwellings Requiring Three Oaks Way Fire Access Road
Attachment B — Authorities & Code Sections Cited in Letter (URLs + Issue Crosswalk)
Project: 19761 Three Oaks Way, Saratoga, CA 95070 Accessed: February 14, 2026 (retain PDFs + printouts for the administrative record)
A.1 Santa Clara County Fire Department Standards (controlling local standard referenced in letter)
SCCFD Standard Details & Specifications (SD&S) — Spec No. A-1, “Fire Department Apparatus Access,” Rev. 05/12/2021 (PDF) (Santa Clara County Fire Department)
• Official PDF URL (primary): (Santa Clara County Fire Department) • SCCFD Standards landing page (secondary): (Santa Clara County Fire Department)
A-1 sections relied upon in the letter (with issue crosswalk):
• A-1 § IV.C.1 (“One Access Road” / >30 dwelling units ⇒ two access roads; exception framework) → Letter Issue #2 (Santa Clara County Fire Department) • A-1 § V.A (Required separation between two access roads: ½ maximum diagonal, centerline-to-centerline) → Letter Issue #3 (Santa Clara County Fire Department) • A-1 § VI (Aerial Fire Apparatus Access Roads; >30 ft trigger; 26-ft unobstructed lane near building; proximity/orientation; overhead conflicts) → Letter Issue #6 (Santa Clara County Fire Department) • A-1 Definitions (including “Roadway” / “Driveway” classifications) → Letter Issue #1 (served-by / access-road characterization) (Santa Clara County Fire Department)
A.2 California Fire Code (CFC) (controlling state code cited by SCCFD plan check)
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) — official state publication context (Department of General Services)
• CA Building Standards Commission codes page: (Department of General Services) • ICC “2022 California Fire Code (CAFC 2022)” portal (public landing): (ICC Digital Codes) • CAFC 2022 Chapter 5 “Fire Service Features” portal (where §503 lives): (ICC Digital Codes) • Example municipal adoption statement confirming “CFC 2022 Edition, Title 24, Part 9” framing (reference): (American Legal Publishing)
CFC sections explicitly cited in SCCFD plan-check comment quoted in the letter (issue crosswalk):
• CFC §106.2.1 — Construction documents / required information → Letter Issue #5 (Department of General Services) • CFC §503.2.1 — Dimensions (unobstructed width / vertical clearance; as required by Fire Code Official) → Letter Issue #5 (ICC Digital Codes) • CFC §503.2.2 — Authority (Fire Code Official sets/access specs) → Letter Issue #5 (ICC Digital Codes) • CFC §503.2.3 — Surface / imposed loads (apparatus load capability; bridges/elevated surfaces) → Letter Issue #5 (ICC Digital Codes) • CFC §503.2.4 — Turning radius → Letter Issue #5 (ICC Digital Codes)
Publicly readable “reference text” mirrors (non-controlling convenience copies): (Use these only to let a reader see typical section wording without an ICC subscription; the controlling text remains the locally adopted CFC + SCCFD standards.)
• Example mirror of §503.2.1 (Dimensions): (American Legal Publishing) • Example mirror of §503.2.3 (Surface / imposed loads): (American Legal Publishing) • Example mirror of §503.2.4 (Turning radius): (American Legal Publishing)
Attachment C: Example of space restrictions and road grade slope on Three Oaks Way. A picture of a cement truck (roughly size of a fire truck) blocking through traffic on Three Oaks Way
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on February 11, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on January 20, 2025.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Email from Abhinav Joshi an analyst from Moody’s regarding review of the District’s debt rating and potential upgrade.
3.2.2 Email regarding notifying the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of projects involving CEQA.
3.2.3 Email from Bill Boller regarding a proposed development at 19761 Three Oaks Way.
3.2.4 Invitation from Los Gatos Parent Nursery School to attend a Big Truck Day on May 2, 2026,
3.2.5 Copy of Ordinance #1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending Ordinance #1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates. Introduction of the ordinance is agendized under “New Business.”
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for January. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for January. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
A. Report on purchasing a replacement generator.
B. Report on Model AA.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for January 2026.
5.3 Other Reports.
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
6.2 Discuss and consider the water leak on Church property near the dumpster.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the introduction of Ordinance No 1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending ordinance No 1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
Minutes
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
February 17, 2026
0900 HOURS
HELD AT THE FIRE STATION
14380 SARATOGA AVENUE
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on February 11, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order at 0902 hours by Commissioner Kraule. In attendance were Commissioners Zambetti and Kao, Chief Kerdkaew, Deputy Chief Shumate, Assistant Chief Estrada, Attorney Hynes, and members of the public.
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on January 20, 2026.
The minutes of the January 20, 2026 meeting were approved as presented.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment. None.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Email from Abhinav Joshi an analyst from Moody’s regarding review of the District’s debt rating and potential upgrade.
The email was read and entered into the record.
3.2.2 Email regarding notifying the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of projects involving CEQA.
The email was read and entered into the record.
3.2.3 Email from Bill Boller regarding a proposed development at 19761 Three Oaks Way.
The email was read and entered into the record. Mr. Boller was in attendance and requested a meeting to address his concerns about the project. A special board meeting will be held on February 24, 2026 at 1030 hours to address the project.
3.2.4 Invitation from Los Gatos Parent Nursery School to attend a Big Truck Day on May 2, 2026.
The email was read and entered into the record.
3.2.5 Copy of Ordinance #1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending Ordinance #1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates. Introduction of the ordinance is agendized under “New Business.”
The Ordinance was entered into the record.
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
3.3.1 A copy of the General Election Calendar for the November 3, 2026 election.
The calendar was entered into the record. A copy will be added to the District’s website.
3.3.2 A call for director nominations from CSDA (California Special Districts Association).
3.3.3 A copy of the annual state mandated inspection report of schools, hotels, motels, lodging houses and apartments from Santa Clara County Fire.
3.3.4 Email from Commissioner Zambetti discussing progress on the Model AA engine repair.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for January. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
The Response Report was accepted as presented. It is still a work in progress.
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for January. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report was accepted as presented.
4.3 Other projects/reports.
Chief Kerdkaew reported on the new training center facility in South County. County Fire held three academies in 2025. The new firefighters will be on probation for a year. ISO ratings will be completed in March. The report was accepted as presented.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association. None.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
A. Report on purchasing a replacement generator.
Commissioner Kraule stated that he would like to be removed from the project. The board voted to appoint Commissioner Kao to lead the project. The district should receive bids by the next board meeting. The report was accepted as presented.
B. Report on Model AA.
Commissioner Zambetti will be reviewing progress on the engine before the next meeting. There are questions as to whether to have the engine installed where it is being built or in the station. The topic will be addressed at the next board meeting. The report was accepted as presented.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for January 2026.
The report was accepted as presented.
5.3 Other Reports.
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
Zaid Ortiz reported that work was continuing on the West Santa Clara L R P. Sign up for the spring chipping program will open on March 2, 2026. Chipping will be held from April 13th through April 17th. The report was accepted as presented.
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
The closed session was moved to the last item on the agenda. The session began at 1035 hours. The meeting was reopened at 1045 hours.
6.2 Discuss and consider the water leak on Church property near the dumpster.
Commissioner Kraule reported that he had spoken to the City regarding the leak. The topic can be removed from the agenda.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the introduction of Ordinance No 1-2026, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending ordinance No 1-2025 pertaining to fire apparatus access gates.
The board voted unanimously to introduce Ordinance No 1-2026 which pertains to fire apparatus access gates.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 1047 hours. The minutes were transcribed and typed by Trina Whitley.
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on January 13, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
1. Call to Order:
2. Approval of the minutes.
2.1 Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on November 18, 2025.
2.2 Approval of the minutes of the adjourned board meeting on December 16, 2025.
3. Communications:
3.1 Oral communications or public comment.
3.2 Correspondence.
3.2.1 Discussion of SB 489 which expands transparency requirements for development projects and takes effect on January 1, 2026.
3.2.2 Discussion of SB 827 which requires local elected officials involved in financial oversight receive at least two hours of financial training every two years. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026.
3.2.3 Message from CSDA with a year-end legislative report.
3.2.4 Email from FireSafe Council regarding the spring chipping program.
3.2.5 Copy of Ordinance #3-2025, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending Ordinance #1-2025 pertaining to fire gates. Adoption of the ordinance is agendized under “New Business.”
3.2.6 Copy of a proposal for IT services from Baywell Advanced Systems, LLC. The proposal is agendized under “New Business.”
3.3 Additional Correspondence.
4. Chief’s Reports:
4.1 Response Reports for November and December. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
4.2 Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for November and December. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
4.3 Other projects/reports.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
5.1.3 Other Commissioner Reports.
A. Report on purchasing a replacement generator.
B. Report on Model AA.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for November 2025.
5.2.2 Financial Reports for December 2025.
5.3 Other Reports.
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
6. Old Business:
6.1 The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case.
6.2 Discuss and consider a formal bench dedication.
6.3 Discuss and consider the water leak on Church property near the dumpster.
7. New Business:
7.1 Discuss and consider the adoption of Ordinance No 3-2025, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending ordinance No 1-2025 pertaining to fire gates.
7.2 Discuss and consider a proposal from Baywell Advanced Systems for IT services.
7.3 Discuss and consider progress on Model A repairs including a new water temperature gauge and master electrical disconnect switch.
8. Board Signatures:
9. Adjournment:
Minutes
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING
January 20, 2026
0900 HOURS
HELD AT THE FIRE STATION
14380 SARATOGA AVENUE
The agenda for this meeting was posted in front of the Fire Station at 14380 Saratoga Avenue at 1200 hours on January 13, 2026, pursuant to Government Code Section
54954.2 (more commonly known as the Brown Act).
Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Kraule at 0906 hours. In attendance were Commissioners Zambetti and Kao, Deputy Fire Chief Shumate, Hazardous Materials Assistant Fire Marshal Davis, and Attorney Hynes.
Approval of the minutes.
Approval of the minutes of the regular Board Meeting on November 18, 2025.
Approval of the minutes of the adjourned board meeting on December 16, 2025.
The minutes were approved as presented.
Communications:
Oral communications or public comment. None.
Correspondence.
Discussion of SB 489 which expands transparency requirements for development projects and takes effect on January 1, 2026.
The article was entered into the record.
Discussion of SB 827 which requires local elected officials involved in financial oversight receive at least two hours of financial training every two years. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026.
The law was read and entered into the record.
Message from CSDA with a year-end legislative report.
The message was entered into the record.
Email from FireSafe Council regarding the spring chipping program.
The email was read and entered into the record. Registration opens on March 2, 2026 and chipping is scheduled for April 13-7th.
Copy of Ordinance # 3-2025, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending Ordinance #1-2025 pertaining to fire gates. Adoption of the ordinance is agendized under “New Business.”
The ordinance was entered into the record.
Copy of a proposal for IT services from Baywell Advanced Systems, LLC. The proposal is agendized under “New Business.”
The proposal was entered into the record.
Additional Correspondence.
An email from Commissioner Kraule proposing a change of wording for Ordinance #3-2025 and that a progress report on the antique engine be added to the agenda.
The email was read and entered into the record.
Chief’s Reports:
Response Reports for November and December. (The Response Report describes the type and time of each response for the previous month.)
Chief Shumate presented the reports. The December report used a new format with additional information. The reports were accepted as presented.
Deputy Fire Marshal’s Reports for November and December. (The Deputy Fire Marshal’s Report describes any significant building projects in the previous month.)
The Fire Marshal’s reports for the months of November and December were presented. Hydrant inspections are scheduled to start on February 2nd, so those numbers haven’t changed on these reports. The reports were accepted as presented.
Other projects/reports. None.
5. Reports:
5.1 Commissioners Reports.
5.1.2 Report on the Santa Clara County Special Districts Association.
Other Commissioner Reports.
Report on purchasing a replacement generator.
A meeting with Chris Arndt of Generac was held. He reviewed the plans and walked around the station. A 60-kw vs 30-kw generator was discussed. The report was accepted as presented.
Report on Model AA.
Commissioner Zambetti reported that new gauges for the engine will cost approximately $600.00. He will be researching whether it is better to install the new engine in Turlock where it is being built or in the station. The report was accepted as presented.
5.2 Financial Reports.
5.2.1 Financial Reports for November 2025.
5.2.2 Financial Reports for December 2025.
The financial reports were accepted as presented.
5.3 Other Reports.
5.3.1 FireSafe Council Report
Zaid Ortiz presented the FireSafe Council Report. Registration for the spring chipping program is opening soon. The report was accepted as presented.
Old Business:
The Board may go into closed session – initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section
54956.9 (c), one case. Tabled
Discuss and consider a formal bench dedication. Tabled
Discuss and consider the water leak on Church property near the dumpster.
Commissioner Kraule feels that the leak is on the City property. He will contact the City. The topic will be reagendized next month.
New Business:
Discuss and consider the adoption of Ordinance No 3-2025, an ordinance of the Saratoga Fire Protection District amending ordinance No 1-2025 pertaining to fire gates.
After discussion, the board decided to change the wording of the ordinance to reflect current California state wording. The ordinance will be reintroduced at the next meeting and adopted in March.
Discuss and consider a proposal from Baywell Advanced Systems for IT services.
The proposal was accepted.
Discuss and consider progress on Model A repairs including a new water temperature gauge and master electrical disconnect switch.
After discussion, the board authorized up to $600.00 for a new gauge and switch. Commissioner Zambetti will research whether to install the new engine in Turlock or in the station.
Board Signatures:
Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 1019 hours. The minutes were transcribed and typed by Trina Whitley.
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