Board of Supervisors
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Residents can submit written comments by emailing boardfeedback@smcgov.org before 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting. Spoken comments are limited to one minute and must be signed up on a speaker’s slip.
Board will enter closed session to discuss anticipated litigation initiation and existing litigation cases, including Tapia v. Perea and County of San Mateo v. State of California.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment to the agreement with Certified Languages International, LLC, increasing the amount by $387,000 to a new not‑to‑exceed total of $5,342,000 for language interpretation and translation services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improves access to county services for non‑English speakers.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved an amendment to the contract with Certified Languages International, increasing the maximum contract amount by $387,000 to a total not to exceed $5,342,000 while keeping the contract term unchanged.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution approving corrections to the identified tax rolls.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures property tax records are accurate.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved corrections to the identified tax rolls.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with San Mateo Health Commission to accept up to $300,000 supporting the Primary Care Engagement Pilot program.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment to Master Salary Resolution 081316 to add eight positions.
What's happening
Why it matters
Creates new county jobs and expands staff capacity.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved an amendment to the Master Salary Resolution adding eight positions.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution modifying the General Assistance Program rules to set a six‑month aid limit within a twelve‑month period for recipients determined employable.
What's happening
Why it matters
Creates clearer eligibility rules for assistance recipients.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved a modification to the General Assistance program rules, setting a limit of six months of aid within a twelve‑month period for recipients determined to be employable.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution finding that remote member attendance at meetings of eligible subsidiary bodies enhances public access and authorizing fully online meetings for those bodies.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improves accessibility and diversity of advisory commissions.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved a resolution finding that remote attendance improves public access and authorized fully online meetings for eligible subsidiary bodies.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Written comments can be emailed to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting; spoken comments are heard in‑person or via Zoom during the meeting.
Board will adopt a resolution approving the Workforce Entry & Economic Growth Initiative and authorizing up to $2,000,000 for the program, including issuing a Request for Proposals to select an administrator.
What's happening
Why it matters
Supports job creation and economic growth for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The board adopted a resolution that approves the Workforce Entry & Economic Growth Initiative, authorizes the County Executive to allocate up to $2,000,000 for the program, and permits the Executive (or a designee) to issue an RFP to select and contract with an administering organization.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution setting employer and member contribution rates and interest rates for the San Mateo County Employees’ Retirement Association for fiscal year 2026‑27.
What's happening
Why it matters
Determines retirement costs for county employees and their employers.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution establishing employer and member contribution rates and interest rates for the San Mateo County Employees’ Retirement Association for fiscal year 2026‑27.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing a third amendment to the vascular surgery agreement with Sutter Bay Medical Foundation, raising the not‑to‑exceed amount by $35,107 to $1,714,274.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures continued vascular surgery services for patients.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a third amendment to the vascular surgery agreement with Sutter Bay Medical Foundation, increasing the maximum contract amount by $35,107 to $1,714,274.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will ratify a resolution honoring Samuel Herzberg upon his retirement as Senior Planner for the County Parks Department.
What's happening
Why it matters
Recognizes contributions of a long‑serving public employee.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved an honorary resolution honoring Samuel Herzberg for his retirement as Senior Planner of the Parks Department.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to prepare plans and specifications for maintenance projects that have short design lead times, are not controversial, and do not require new grant approvals, and to advertise for bids.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures timely upkeep of county infrastructure.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to prepare plans and specifications and to advertise bids for maintenance‑type public works projects slated for the 2026 construction season.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will approve an Appropriation Transfer Request recognizing unanticipated revenue, reimbursed from the Parks Capital Project fund, providing $700,000 to the Capital Project’s program for the Realize Flood Park Project – Phase One.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funds development of a flood‑resilient park for community recreation.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved an appropriation transfer of $700,000 from unanticipated revenue, to be reimbursed by the Parks Capital Project fund, for Phase One of the Realize Flood Park project.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution amending and restating Resolution No. 081558 to correct an error and clarify that the apiary registration fee waiver applies to hobbyist beekeepers maintaining nine or fewer colonies.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures eligible hobbyist beekeepers receive fee waiver.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved an amendment clarifying that the apiary registration fee waiver applies to hobbyist beekeepers maintaining nine or fewer colonies.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing an amendment to Agreement No. 25-0417-000-SG with the California Department of Food and Agriculture, increasing the maximum reimbursable amount by $300,226.47 to a new total not to exceed $504,044.50 for high‑risk pest exclusion inspection services for FY 2025‑26.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides additional funding for pest inspection services to protect agriculture.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved an amendment to the agreement with the California Department of Food and Agriculture, increasing the maximum reimbursement for high‑risk pest exclusion inspection services by $300,226.47 to a total of $504,044.50.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will adopt a resolution authorizing a commitment of up to $400,000 of General Funds to support development of the St. Francis Center Magical Bridge Pocket Park, expanding recreational, athletic, and community resources for youth and families.
What's happening
Why it matters
Creates new park space for youth and families.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved a commitment of up to $400,000 in General Funds to support the development of the St. Francis Center Magical Bridge Pocket Park and authorized the County Executive to negotiate and execute a grant agreement for the project.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will accept an informational analysis of the Governor’s FY 2026‑27 State Budget Proposal.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides staff with insight into upcoming state budget.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board approved the informational analysis of the Governor’s FY 2026‑27 State Budget Proposal.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
Board will hold a closed session to discuss anticipated and existing litigation, including cases Tapia et al. v. Perea et al. and County of San Mateo v. State of California.
Board will vote to accept the FY 2025‑26 County Mid‑Year Budget Update and approve an appropriation transfer of $831,829 to fund eight positions in the Sheriff’s and District Attorney’s offices for a Human Trafficking Taskforce, Family Justice Center, and increased crime‑lab demand.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides resources to combat human trafficking and improve public safety.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The Board adopted a multi‑item recommendation that (A) accepted the FY 2025‑26 County Mid‑Year Budget Update, (B) accepted the Proposition 172 Maintenance of Effort Certification, (C) approved an appropriation transfer of $831,829 to fund eight positions for a Human Trafficking Taskforce, Family Justice Center, and increased crime‑lab demand, and (D) accepted the FY 2025‑27 Children, Youth, and Families Budget.
Decided Feb 10, 2026.
