City Council

What's happening

• The council will consider an ordinance to update ADU regulations in the zoning code.
• The ordinance seeks state law compliance and includes a CEQA exemption.

Why it matters

Allowing more ADUs can increase affordable housing options for renters and homeowners.

Who is affected

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What's happening

• The meeting will be formally adjourned.
• Attendees with disability accommodations can contact the City Clerk’s Department at (650) 286-3250 or clerk@fostercity.org.

Why it matters

Ends the council session and provides information on how to request accommodations.

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What's happening

• Warrants of Demands were processed via ACH on June 5 and July 2, 2026.
• Additional warrants were issued on June 5, June 16, and June 30, 2026.

Why it matters

Processing these payments ensures vendors and contractors receive funds, affecting city finances and services.

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What's happening

• The City Council will authorize the mayor to execute master professional service agreements with 28 selected consulting firms for on‑call civil, construction, engineering, and related services.

Why it matters

These agreements give the city ready access to expert services for future projects, affecting infrastructure development and fiscal planning.

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• The City Council will approve the mayor to execute a $50,000 amendment to the contract with Thermal Mechanical Inc. for citywide HVAC repairs up to $200,000 annually.

Why it matters

Maintaining heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems keeps city buildings safe and functional for residents and staff.

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What's happening

• The City is requesting to close portions of Shell Boulevard, Balclutha Drive, and Civic Center Drive for the annual Foster City Birthday Celebration.
• Closures will occur from Tuesday, August 11, 2026, until Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
• The Leo J. Ryan Park meadow will be unavailable from August 10 to August 18 for carnival ride setup and breakdown.

Why it matters

These closures will redirect traffic and limit access to certain roads and park areas during the city's birthday celebration.

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What's happening

• The Estero Municipal Improvement District Board is asked to adopt a resolution authorizing the President to execute Contract Amendment No. 2 with CD & Power for $26,484.18.
• The amendment will fund stainless‑steel enclosures for seven automatic transfer switches in the Emergency Generator Replacements Project.

Why it matters

Funding the enclosures keeps the generator replacement project on schedule and protects water lift stations that serve local residents and businesses.

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What's happening

• San Mateo County plans to buy the property at 1065 E. Hillsdale Blvd and move its Human Services Agency there.

Why it matters

The sale could change land use, potentially adding a warehouse or other facilities that affect traffic and neighborhood character.

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What's happening

• The City Council will authorize the city manager to execute a $35,000 amendment with Apex Testing Laboratories for testing and inspection services on the Community Rebuild Project (CIP 301-678).

Why it matters

The testing services help ensure the rebuild project meets quality and safety standards.

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What's happening

• City Council will adopt a resolution ending the local emergency declared after the March 19 cyber attack.
• The resolution follows staff recommendation that network control has been restored.

Why it matters

It ends emergency powers, returns normal operations, and signals recovery of city services.

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What's happening

• City Council will approve the minutes from the June 15, 2026 City/EMID meeting.
• Approved minutes become part of the official public record.

Why it matters

Approving minutes ensures the council’s actions are documented and transparent for residents.

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• The City Council will adopt the amended pay plan for fiscal year 2026‑2027, effective July 1, 2026.
• The Estero Municipal Improvement District Board will adopt its pay plan for fiscal year 2026‑2027, also effective July 1, 2026.
• The plan includes a 3.8% wage increase for unrepresented employees and the same increase plus market adjustments for police officers.

Why it matters

It changes the salaries and benefits for city staff and police officers, affecting the city payroll and the level of services residents receive.

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What's happening

• City Council will consider adopting an ordinance that updates Chapter 17.78 to align ADU rules with new state laws.
• The ordinance also seeks a CEQA common‑sense exemption.

Why it matters

It updates local zoning to comply with state ADU laws, affecting the ability to build accessory units and overall housing supply.

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What's happening

• The ordinance amends the zoning map to allow up to 800,000 sq ft of biotechnology or R&D uses at the Chess Drive site.
• It removes office as a primary use and reduces the required parking ratio.

Why it matters

The change could bring new jobs and research facilities but also increase traffic and affect parking for nearby residents.

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