City CouncilFoster City

Extend Water/Wastewater Rate Assistance Program through 2027

The Estero Municipal Improvement District will approve a one‑year extension of its rate‑assistance program for water and wastewater customers, ending June 30, 2027.

Vote scheduled Jun 15Comment option listedJun 15Public Safety

What's happening

The Estero Municipal Improvement District will approve a one‑year extension of its rate‑assistance program for water and wastewater customers, ending June 30, 2027.

Why it matters

Continues financial help for qualifying water customers, preventing higher bills.

Who is affected

water customers receiving assistancecity taxpayers

How to act

Attend: Zoom or in‑person meeting attendance.

Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org

Submit comment: Submit written comments referencing the agenda item before the meeting.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jun 16, 2026, 8:32 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The Estero Municipal Improvement District board approved a resolution extending the Water/Wastewater Rate Assistance Program through June 30, 2027, with the extension exempt from CEQA review.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Contract amendment for on-call building services ($100,000)

The council will authorize the mayor to amend the contract with West Coast Code Consultants, adding $100,000 and extending the term to June 30, 2027.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will authorize the mayor to amend the contract with West Coast Code Consultants, adding $100,000 and extending the term to June 30, 2027.

Why it matters

Ensures the city has on‑call building expertise for emergencies and projects.

Who is affected

City facilities staffTaxpayers

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jun 16, 2026, 8:32 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute Contract Amendment No. 1 with West Coast Code Consultants, adding $100,000 to the on‑call building services contract and extending its term to June 30, 2027, with the amendment exempt from CEQA.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Council will consider an ordinance to amend Chapter 17.78 of the zoning code to align local ADU rules with state law.

Under discussionComment option listedJun 15Housing

City CouncilFoster City

Adopt 2025-2027 City and District Budgets

Council and the EMID Board will vote to approve the fiscal years 2026‑27 and 2027‑28 budgets for the city and the improvement district.

Awaiting official resultComment option listedJun 15Budget & Taxes

City CouncilFoster City

Vote on change to Vehicle Replacement Fund allocation

Council will move $10,330 from the Vehicle Replacement Fund, decreasing the fund balance and reallocating $70,664 for a 2027 Ford Expedition XL and equipment installation.

Awaiting official resultComment option listedJun 15Budget & Taxes

City CouncilFoster City

Public comment instructions for June 15 meeting

Residents can speak in person or via Zoom, or submit written comments by email before 4:00 p.m. on June 15. Written comments must identify the agenda item number or be marked “Public.”

Info onlyComment deadline Jun 15Jun 15Public Services

City CouncilFoster City

Closed-session litigation updates

Legal counsel will discuss three ongoing lawsuits involving the city, including federal and state cases.

Info onlyJun 15Public SafetyNo comment option listed

What's happening

Legal counsel will discuss three ongoing lawsuits involving the city, including federal and state cases.

Why it matters

Litigation can affect city finances and policy decisions, though details are not public.

Who is affected

city taxpayers

How to act

Attend: Not open to public; summary may be released later.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not applicable.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jun 16, 2026, 8:32 AM PTUpdated Jul 20, 2026, 4:28 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The City Council adopted a closed‑session agenda to discuss ongoing litigation matters, including several court cases listed in the agenda.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Consider Gilead Campus Expansion (up to 800,000 sf) and related zoning changes

Council held a public hearing to consider the Gilead Campus Expansion master plan, including a second addendum, mitigation monitoring, a zoning map amendment to allow biotech R&D uses, and a parking agreement with Gilead Sciences.

Under discussionComment option listedJun 15Business & Development

What's happening

Council held a public hearing to consider the Gilead Campus Expansion master plan, including a second addendum, mitigation monitoring, a zoning map amendment to allow biotech R&D uses, and a parking agreement with Gilead Sciences.

Why it matters

The project would bring new biotechnology research facilities, jobs, and changes to land use and parking in the Chess Drive area.

Who is affected

Local businessesResidentsWorkersEnvironmental groups

How to act

Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404

Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org

Submit comment: Written comments can be emailed by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 1, 2026, 6:21 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved a series of actions to advance the Gilead Campus Expansion, including adopting a resolution approving the second addendum and mitigation monitoring program, waiving further reading to pass an ordinance amending the zoning map for the Chess‑Hatch area to allow up to 800,000 sf of R&D uses, and authorizing the mayor to execute a parking agreement with Gilead Sciences.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month

The council will issue a proclamation naming July as Parks and Recreation Month.

Info onlyJun 15Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Add Recreation Specialist job description and revise communications and building inspector roles

Council adopted a new job description for a Recreation Specialist and updated the descriptions for the Communications Specialist and Senior Building Inspector positions.

Awaiting official resultComment option listedJun 15Public Services

City CouncilFoster City

Purchase of police mobile data computers ($67,339.23)

The council will authorize the mayor to contract with CDW Government LLC to buy mobile data computers for police patrol cars, costing $67,339.23.

Info onlyJun 15Public SafetyNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will authorize the mayor to contract with CDW Government LLC to buy mobile data computers for police patrol cars, costing $67,339.23.

Why it matters

Provides police with updated technology to improve public safety and response efficiency.

Who is affected

Police departmentResidents

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 1, 2026, 6:21 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute an agreement with CDW Government LLC to purchase mobile data computers for police patrol cars for $67,339.23.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Council considered amendments to Chapter 17.78 of the zoning code to ensure accessory dwelling units comply with state requirements.

Under discussionComment option listedJun 15Housing

City CouncilFoster City

Vote on 2026-27 and 2027-28 city and district budgets

Council adopted resolutions approving the city and district budgets for fiscal years 2026‑27 and 2027‑28.

Awaiting official resultComment option listedJun 15Budget & Taxes

City CouncilFoster City

Review report on city workforce vacancies and recruitment (AB 2561)

Council received and accepted a staff report on workforce vacancies and recruitment trends in compliance with Assembly Bill 2561.

Info onlyComment option listedJun 15Public Services

City CouncilFoster City

Closed session: discuss ongoing litigation cases

Council held closed‑session conferences with legal counsel regarding three lawsuits: Rosario Rodela Solaita v. Foster City, Tuilatai Sabastiano Sevelo Jr. v. Foster City, and County of San Mateo et al. v. State of California.

Info onlyComment option listedJun 15Public Safety

City CouncilFoster City

How to submit public comments for this meeting

Residents may comment in person, via Zoom, or by email. Written comments must be emailed by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting and will be added to the public record.

Info onlyComment deadline 4:00 p.m. the day of the meetingJun 15Public Services

City CouncilFoster City

Proclamation for National Mosquito Control Awareness Week

The council will issue a proclamation declaring June 16‑22, 2026 as National Mosquito Control Awareness Week.

Info onlyJun 15Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Amend contract with Wildlife Innovations for Canada goose management

Council approved an amendment to the professional services agreement with Wildlife Innovations, Inc. to continue the Integrated Adaptive Canada Goose Management Plan.

Awaiting official resultComment option listedJun 15Parks & Environment

City CouncilFoster City

Adopt 2025 Urban Water Management and Shortage Contingency Plans

The Estero Municipal Improvement District Board adopted the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan.

Under discussionComment option listedJun 15Parks & Environment

City CouncilFoster City

Set 2026-27 appropriations limit for city and district

Council considered and adopted a resolution establishing the fiscal year 2026‑27 appropriations limit for the city and the district.

Under discussionComment option listedJun 15Budget & Taxes

City CouncilFoster City

Public comment procedure and speaker guidelines

The agenda explains how members of the public can address the council, including name, address, and a three‑minute limit.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Adopt updated city investment policy (June 15, 2026)

The council will adopt an updated investment policy dated June 15, 2026 for managing city funds.

Info onlyJun 15Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will adopt an updated investment policy dated June 15, 2026 for managing city funds.

Why it matters

Guides how the city invests its money, affecting financial health and taxpayer funds.

Who is affected

TaxpayersCity financial managers

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 21, 2026, 5:13 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved the adoption of an updated investment policy dated June 15, 2026; the Estero Municipal Improvement District board also adopted the same policy.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Report out from closed session meeting

A report will be given on matters discussed in the closed session.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation

City staff will meet with legal counsel to discuss the County of San Mateo v. State of California case.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Legal Counsel Conference on Rosario Rodela Solaita Litigation

The Council will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to discuss the existing litigation in the case Rosario Rodela Solaita v. Foster City.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Add recreation specialist job and revise other city job descriptions

The council will add a new Recreation Specialist position and approve revised job descriptions for the Communications Specialist and Senior Building Inspector.

Info onlyJun 15Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Amend joint use agreement with San Mateo-Foster City School District

The council will approve an amendment extending the joint use agreement between the city/EMID and the school district through August 31, 2026, and authorize the mayor to execute it.

Info onlyJun 15Schools & YouthNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will approve an amendment extending the joint use agreement between the city/EMID and the school district through August 31, 2026, and authorize the mayor to execute it.

Why it matters

Allows continued shared use of facilities between the city and schools.

Who is affected

StudentsParentsSchool staffResidents

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 21, 2026, 5:13 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved an amendment to the joint use agreement with the San Mateo‑Foster City School District, extending it through August 31, 2026 and authorizing the mayor to execute the amendment; the Estero Municipal Improvement District board also approved the same amendment and authorized its president to execute it.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Extend boat rental concession with Edgewater Marine LLC

The council will approve the first amendment to the concession agreement, extending the boat rental services contract through September 30, 2026.

Info onlyJun 15Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will approve the first amendment to the concession agreement, extending the boat rental services contract through September 30, 2026.

Why it matters

Continues a recreational boating option for residents and visitors.

Who is affected

Boat rentersRecreation usersLocal tourism

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 21, 2026, 5:13 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved a resolution amending the concession agreement with Edgewater Marine LLC, extending the boat‑rental services agreement through September 30, 2026 and authorizing the mayor to execute the amendment.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Vote on June 1, 2026 meeting minutes

The council will approve the minutes from the June 1, 2026 regular meeting.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will approve the minutes from the June 1, 2026 regular meeting.

Why it matters

Officially records decisions made on June 1, providing transparency.

Who is affected

ResidentsTaxpayers

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 21, 2026, 5:13 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved the minutes of the June 1, 2026 regular meeting.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Legal Counsel Conference on Tuilatai Sabastiano Sevelo Jr. Litigation

The Council will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to discuss the existing litigation in the case Tuilatai Sabastiano Sevelo Jr. v. Foster City.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Resolution to set November 3, 2026 municipal election

The council will adopt a resolution calling a general municipal election for November 3, 2026 to elect two council members.

Info onlyJun 15Public ServicesNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will adopt a resolution calling a general municipal election for November 3, 2026 to elect two council members.
The resolution requests the County of San Mateo to consolidate the election with the statewide election.

Why it matters

Sets the date for voters to elect new council members and aligns the local election with the statewide ballot.

Who is affected

VotersResidents

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 21, 2026, 5:13 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved a resolution calling a general municipal election for November 3, 2026, requesting consolidation with the statewide election and authorizing the city clerk to execute a service agreement with San Mateo County for election services.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City CouncilFoster City

Adjournment with instructions for accommodation requests

The meeting will adjourn, and attendees can request special accommodations by contacting the City Clerk’s Department.

Info onlyComment option listedJun 15Public Services

City CouncilFoster City

Amend housing cooperation agreement with San Mateo County

The council will authorize the city manager to sign a second amendment to the 2017 cooperation agreement, continuing participation in federally‑funded housing and community development programs for FY 2027‑2029, with automatic renewal through FY 2032.

Info onlyJun 15HousingNo comment option listed

City CouncilFoster City

Adjust vehicle fund appropriation and Ford Expedition purchase

The council will reduce the Vehicle Replacement Fund appropriation from $88,456 to $78,126.

Info onlyJun 15TransportationNo comment option listed

What's happening

The council will reduce the Vehicle Replacement Fund appropriation from $88,456 to $78,126.
It will change the 2026 Ford Expedition Max Active 4WD award to a 2027 Ford Expedition XL SSV4 for $62,664 and add $8,000 for equipment installation, totaling $70,664.

Why it matters

Alters city vehicle spending and updates the fleet with newer models.

Who is affected

City fleet operatorsTaxpayers

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.

Jun 15, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 21, 2026, 5:13 AM PTUpdated Jul 23, 2026, 12:18 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The City Council approved a resolution to reduce the vehicle replacement fund appropriation by $10,330, change the vehicle purchase to a 2027 Ford Expedition XL SSV4 with $8,000 for equipment, and declare the purchase exempt from CEQA review.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

City Council

Easy-to-understand decision summaries

Extend Water/Wastewater Rate Assistance Program through 2027

Passed unanimously

Contract amendment for on-call building services ($100,000)

Passed unanimously

Rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Adopt 2025-2027 City and District Budgets

Vote on change to Vehicle Replacement Fund allocation

Public comment instructions for June 15 meeting

Closed-session litigation updates

Adopted

Consider Gilead Campus Expansion (up to 800,000 sf) and related zoning changes

Passed unanimously

Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month

Add Recreation Specialist job description and revise communications and building inspector roles

Purchase of police mobile data computers ($67,339.23)

Passed unanimously

Rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Vote on 2026-27 and 2027-28 city and district budgets

Review report on city workforce vacancies and recruitment (AB 2561)

Closed session: discuss ongoing litigation cases

How to submit public comments for this meeting

Proclamation for National Mosquito Control Awareness Week

Amend contract with Wildlife Innovations for Canada goose management

Adopt 2025 Urban Water Management and Shortage Contingency Plans

Set 2026-27 appropriations limit for city and district

Public comment procedure and speaker guidelines

Adopt updated city investment policy (June 15, 2026)

Passed unanimously

Report out from closed session meeting

Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation

Legal Counsel Conference on Rosario Rodela Solaita Litigation

Add recreation specialist job and revise other city job descriptions

Amend joint use agreement with San Mateo-Foster City School District

Passed unanimously

Extend boat rental concession with Edgewater Marine LLC

Passed unanimously

Vote on June 1, 2026 meeting minutes

Passed unanimously

Legal Counsel Conference on Tuilatai Sabastiano Sevelo Jr. Litigation

Resolution to set November 3, 2026 municipal election

Passed unanimously

Adjournment with instructions for accommodation requests

Amend housing cooperation agreement with San Mateo County

Adjust vehicle fund appropriation and Ford Expedition purchase

Passed unanimously