City CouncilFoster City
Adopt Updated 2026-27 City Pay Plan
The council will adopt a resolution approving the updated pay plan effective September 9, 2026.
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The council will adopt a resolution approving the updated pay plan effective September 9, 2026.
The council will adopt a resolution to fund the After School Activity (ASA) Bus Program with $23,478 for 2026‑2027.
The city processed and issued warrants of demands on August 27, 2026.
The City processed ACH payments on August 5, 2026 and issued warrants of demand on August 13, 2026, with amounts listed in the report.
The City Council will adopt a resolution authorizing a $235,366 amendment to Task Order IR-2026-01 for professional architecture and engineering services for Phase 2 of the elevator renovation project (CIP 301‑708).
The City Council and EMID Board will adopt resolutions to move $1,125,832 of unspent FY 2025-26 funds into the FY 2026-27 budget.
The city and district processed and issued their warrant of demands on July 30, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
The warrant of demands details the city’s payments to vendors and reflects fiscal management that impacts taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 620 Foster City Boulevard or via Zoom link provided in the meeting notice.
Email: Submit written comments to [email protected] at least two hours before the meeting.
Submit comment: Fill out a Request to Speak Form during the meeting or email comments as above.
Decision update
The City Council approved the Foster City Residential Battery Storage Rebate Program by adopting City Resolution No. 2026‑083, and the City/District Warrant of Demands were processed and issued on July 30, 2026. Both actions are final.
Decided Aug 17, 2026.
The City Council will adopt a resolution approving a new job description for the Assistant Public Works Director.
The council will adopt a resolution creating a $1,000 rebate for residents who install battery storage with solar PV.
The City’s budget sets aside $75,000 for nonprofit agency funding in FY 2026-27.
The council will note that warrants of demands were processed and issued on July 16, 2026.
The City Council will adopt the amended pay plan for fiscal year 2026‑2027, effective July 1, 2026.
What's happening
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.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join 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. on July 20, 2026 to publiccomment@fostercity.org.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously approved and adopted the amended pay plan for Fiscal Year 2026‑2027 for both the City and the Estero Municipal Improvement District, effective July 1, 2026. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
Warrants of Demands were processed via ACH on June 5 and July 2, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
Processing these payments ensures vendors and contractors receive funds, affecting city finances and services.
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. on the day of the meeting.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously adopted Minute Orders 2084 and 2085, receiving the related reports, and noted that City/District Warrants of Demands were processed via ACH on June 5, June 16, June 30, and July 2, 2026. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The council will adopt an updated investment policy dated June 15, 2026 for managing city funds.
What's happening
Why it matters
Guides how the city invests its money, affecting financial health and taxpayer funds.
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 City Council voted unanimously to adopt an updated city investment policy dated June 15, 2026, and the Estero Municipal Improvement District Board also adopted the same updated policy. Both adoptions are final.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council considered and adopted a resolution establishing the fiscal year 2026‑27 appropriations limit for the city and the district.
Council adopted resolutions approving the city and district budgets for fiscal years 2026‑27 and 2027‑28.
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.
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.
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.
What's happening
Why it matters
Continues financial help for qualifying water customers, preventing higher bills.
Who is affected
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.
Decision update
The item “Extend Water/Wastewater Rate Assistance Program through 2027” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution funding the Street Rehabilitation Project and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project for FY 2026‑27, using SB 1 road‑repair funds.
Council and the EMID Board will adopt resolutions approving a MOU with the Foster City Police Officers Association effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
Council will vote on a resolution establishing the general‑obligation bond tax rate for fiscal year 2026‑27.
What's happening
Why it matters
The tax rate determines how much homeowners will pay to fund city bonds for infrastructure and other projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to publiccomment@fostercity.org before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Adopt property tax rate for FY 2026‑27 bonds” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
Council will vote to approve the amended and restated employment agreement for City Manager Stefan Chatwin.
What's happening
Why it matters
The agreement defines the manager’s compensation and duties, affecting city leadership and payroll.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Send written comments to publiccomment@fostercity.org before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Adopt amended and restated City Manager employment agreement” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
The City Council and EMID Board will review the preliminary biennial budget for FY 2026-27 and 2027-28 and the five‑year financial plan through FY 2030-31.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget sets spending priorities and revenue assumptions that affect city services and taxes for the next several years.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 610 Foster City Boulevard or via Zoom link https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email before 4:00 p.m. on May 19 2026.
Decision update
The item “Preliminary Biennial Budget and Five-Year Plan Review” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 19, 2026.
City will authorize the mayor to execute a subscription agreement with OpenGov Inc. for a 3‑year, 4‑month budgeting software license.
The City Council will vote to adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign a 3‑year and 4‑month subscription with OpenGov for budgeting software, costing up to $154,523.
What's happening
Why it matters
The subscription provides the city’s finance team with essential tools for budget development and financial reporting, supporting fiscal transparency.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 620 Foster City Blvd or join via Zoom at https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email before 4:00 p.m. on the meeting day.
Decision update
The item “Vote on OpenGov Budgeting Software Subscription up to $154,523” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 18, 2026.
Warrants of demands were processed and issued on April 16 and April 30, 2026.
The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize the Mayor to sign a contract with OpenGov Inc. for a 3-year, 4‑month budgeting software subscription.
The City processed and issued warrants of demands on February 26, 2026, and ACH payments on March 5, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It informs taxpayers about the city's financial transactions and ensures transparency.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via the Zoom link provided.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: No comment required; this item is for information only.
Decision update
The item “Information on Processed City/District Warrants of Demands” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Apr 20, 2026.
The Parks and Recreation Department is proposing updates to its Master Fee and Service Charges Schedule for fiscal years 2026‑2027 and 2026‑2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
The new fees will affect how much residents, nonprofits, and businesses pay to use city recreation facilities and will influence the department’s ability to cover operating costs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 610 Foster City Boulevard or via Zoom link https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email to publiccomment@fostercity.org before 4:00 p.m. on Apr 20, 2026.
Decision update
The item “Proposed changes to Parks & Rec fee schedule FY 2026-2028” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Apr 20, 2026.