Board of Supervisors

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• The Board will adopt a resolution approving the STARS Awards recipients and transfer $45,000 from the General Fund to fund the awards.

Why it matters

The awards recognize outstanding county employees and the funding ensures the program can continue.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the Department of Housing to execute a third amendment to the agreement with Capital Program Management, Inc. for the 721 Airport Permanent Supportive Housing Project, increasing the fiscal obligation by $189,000 and extending the agreement term through December 31, 2026, for a new total not‑to‑exceed amount of $779,700.

Why it matters

Provides additional funding to continue construction of supportive housing for vulnerable residents near the airport.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $50,000 to the San Mateo County Union Community Alliance for the Trades Introduction Program.

Why it matters

Supports a program that introduces residents to skilled‑trade careers, helping address workforce needs.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with the City and County of San Francisco Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development for funding to provide comprehensive case management and community‑based services for very low‑income persons with HIV/AIDS, for a term of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with a not‑to‑exceed amount of $885,781.

Why it matters

Supports housing and health services for a vulnerable population, helping reduce homelessness and improve health outcomes.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with National Medical Services, Inc. (NMS Labs) to provide toxicology services from March 1, 2026 through February 28, 2029, with a not‑to‑exceed amount of $600,000.

Why it matters

Ensures the coroner’s office has laboratory support for toxicology testing, which is essential for investigations.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the Department of Housing to negotiate and execute agreements with MidPen Housing Corporation for the development of an affordable housing project at 1580‑1590 Maple Street in Redwood City for extremely low‑income, very‑low‑income, and special‑needs households, including those experiencing homelessness.

Why it matters

Creates new affordable housing units for households with the greatest need, addressing the housing shortage.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with One New Heartbeat, Inc. to provide peer support services for peer workers, for a term of March 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028, with a not‑to‑exceed amount of $450,000.

Why it matters

Provides mental‑health support for peer workers, improving workforce well‑being.

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• The Board will adjourn to closed session to hold a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (two cases) and existing litigation (Dimitre Skorinis v. County of San Mateo).

Why it matters

Discusses legal matters that could affect county liabilities and policies, which may have future impacts on residents.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with the City of San Mateo to provide law enforcement support services to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office Gang Intelligence Unit, for a term beginning November 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028, with an amount not to exceed $320,000.

Why it matters

Strengthens the Sheriff’s ability to combat gang activity, enhancing community safety.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $22,698 to the San Carlos School District for a crossing guard to serve students and enhance pedestrian safety.

Why it matters

Improves safety for schoolchildren walking to and from school.

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• The Board recommended the appointment of Arnout Ter Schure to the San Mateo County Parks and Recreation Commission for an initial partial term ending December 31, 2026.

Why it matters

Adds a new member to help guide park and recreation policies and programs.

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• The Board adopted a resolution ratifying the ordinance codes of the Coastside, Menlo Park, Woodside fire protection districts and the Redwood City Fire Department for enforcement in unincorporated county areas.

Why it matters

Ensures consistent fire safety regulations across the county and clarifies enforcement authority.

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• The Board approved corrections to the identified tax rolls.

Why it matters

Ensures property tax assessments are accurate, affecting the amount owners pay.

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• The Board recommended the appointments of Teresa Jimenez (term ending June 30, 2028) and Guillermo Ramirez Sanchez (term ending June 30, 2027) to the Farmworker Advisory Commission.

Why it matters

Provides representation for farmworker communities in county advisory processes.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the acceptance of an award from the California Department of Public Health to support sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevention activities, for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031, with a not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,915,320.

Why it matters

Funds public health initiatives to reduce STI rates and improve community health.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an amendment to the agreement with Abode Services to continue the Bringing Families Home program, increasing funding by $586,814 for a new total obligation of $1,373,078 and extending the term to June 30, 2027.

Why it matters

Supports a program that helps families reunite and transition to stable housing, reducing homelessness.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with the City of Half Moon Bay for public safety communications services, commencing July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030, for an amount not to exceed $4,312,564.

Why it matters

Provides critical communication infrastructure for emergency responders, enhancing public safety.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with Radius Earthwork Inc. for the reconstruction of Eighteenth Avenue and installation of Valley Gutters on Fair Oaks Avenue, for an amount of $2,083,043.85, and permitting change orders up to $208,304.39 and payments up to $2,291,348.24.

Why it matters

Upgrades a major roadway, improving traffic flow and safety for drivers and cyclists.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a sixth amendment with Capital Program Management, increasing the maximum fiscal obligation by $55,000 for a new total not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,277,000 and extending the agreement term through June 30, 2026.

Why it matters

Provides additional funding and extended time for project management services, supporting county infrastructure projects.

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• The Board considered a recommendation to adopt a new Title 10 building regulations, repealing the old code and adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code with local amendments.

Why it matters

Updated building standards affect construction safety and compliance for developers and homeowners.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement with the City of San Bruno to provide law enforcement support services to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office Gang Intelligence Unit, for a term beginning November 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028, with an amount not to exceed $240,000.

Why it matters

Provides additional resources to the Sheriff’s Office for gang‑related investigations, improving public safety.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $50,000 to Middleton Community Road Corporation for engineering and fabrication of Peter’s Creek Bridge.

Why it matters

Provides funding to improve a local bridge, enhancing transportation safety for drivers and cyclists.

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• The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $25,000 to the Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of Commerce for a downtown signage and way‑finding project.

Why it matters

Improves way‑finding for visitors and supports local businesses in downtown Half Moon Bay.

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