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Council will consider a resolution to reinstate the Deputy City Manager position responsible for economic development and oversight of the Community Development Department.
The City Council will vote to authorize the Mayor to sign a school crossing guard agreement with the San Mateo–Foster City School District for the 2026‑2027 school year.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
The Council may adopt a resolution renewing Ordinance No. 647 that governs the police department’s acquisition and use of military equipment.
What's happening
Why it matters
Sets policy for how police can obtain and deploy military‑grade tools, affecting community safety and oversight.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Resolution renewing police military equipment ordinance” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 4, 2026.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation declaring May 4–8, 2026 as Public Service Recognition Week.
The City Council will approve the regular meeting minutes from April 20, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes officially records the council’s actions and proclamations, ensuring transparency and legal compliance.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Approve City/EMID Regular Meeting Minutes (April 20, 2026)” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 4, 2026.
The Council will hold a closed‑session consultation about a threat to public services or facilities with the police chief and legal counsel.
Council members will not discuss topics raised during the public portion of the agenda.
Council will receive and accept a staff report on the utility box art pilot program.
What's happening
Why it matters
Continuing the program can reduce vandalism on utility boxes and improve neighborhood aesthetics.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to publiccomment@fostercity.org, or speak during the meeting via Zoom raise hand.
Decision update
The item “Utility Box Art Pilot Program Update” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 4, 2026.
City Council meetings are streamed live on the first and third Monday of each month.
The meeting will be adjourned with an invitation for the public to attend.
The Council will meet in closed session with designated representatives to discuss labor negotiations with the FCPOA employee organization.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation declaring the week of May 10–16, 2026 as National Police Week and May 15, 2026 as Peace Officers' Memorial Day.
What's happening
Why it matters
It honors local police officers, recognizes their service, and commemorates those who have died or been injured on duty.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to publiccomment@fostercity.org; live verbal comments can be made during the meeting using Zoom raise hand feature.
Decision update
The item “Proclamation declaring National Police Week and Peace Officers' Memorial Day” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 4, 2026.
Council is asked to adopt a resolution authorizing the mayor and EMID president to extend the joint use agreement term to June 30, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Extending the agreement ensures continued shared use of school facilities and gives time to negotiate a new multi-year agreement.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to publiccomment@fostercity.org, or speak during the meeting via Zoom raise hand.
Decision update
The Council voted unanimously to approve the resolution authorizing the mayor to amend the joint‑use agreement with the San Mateo‑Foster City School District, extending its term through June 30, 2026. The amendment is authorized.
Decided May 4, 2026.
