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Utilities, public works, permits, libraries, maintenance, and everyday local government operations.
The board will recommend reappointments of Moshe Porter, Mark Stegmaier, John Steadman, and Mark Dinh to the Coastside Design Review Committee for terms ending in 2028 or 2029.
A committee will be authorized to choose the cheapest general liability and property insurance for the city and library for FY 2026-27.
What's happening
Why it matters
Secures essential insurance, protecting city assets and the library from potential claims.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom using the provided link.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given in person during the meeting or remotely via Zoom chat as instructed at the end of the agenda.
Decision update
The City Council voted 5‑0 to authorize a staff committee to select and purchase the city’s general liability, property, and library insurance for FY 2026‑27, and authorized the City Attorney to execute the purchase documents.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Council will adopt a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth.
City will approve an amendment that raises the communications services contract to $135,000 and extends it to June 30, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improves city communications, ensuring reliable service for residents and emergency responders.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom using the provided link.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given in person during the meeting or remotely via Zoom chat as instructed at the end of the agenda.
Decision update
The item “Vote on amendment to communications services contract” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
City will adopt a resolution to contract MCTV for cablecasting, management, and engineering support for the public, education, and government channel, costing up to $57,000 per year for three years (total up to $166,000).
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures the city’s PEG channel continues to broadcast, providing community access to local programming and information.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom using the provided link.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given in person during the meeting or remotely via Zoom chat as instructed at the end of the agenda.
Decision update
The item “Vote on MCTV cablecasting services agreement” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council will approve a three‑year agreement with Alsco Uniforms for uniform laundry services, not to exceed $300,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures city employees have clean uniforms, supporting daily city operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments are limited to 15 minutes during the meeting; address the Council at that time.
Decision update
The City Council voted 5‑0 to approve a three‑year agreement with Alsco Uniforms for uniform laundry services up to $300,000, with an annual $10,000 contingency, and authorized the Public Works Director to execute the agreement.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council will use an alternative purchasing method to contract with Millbrae Community Television for PEG channel services.
Council will appoint William Yang and Valerie Foo to the Measure S Oversight Committee for a full term.
What's happening
Why it matters
These boards guide important city programs and personnel decisions that affect community services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join via Zoom link or attend in person at City Hall.
Email: clerk@cityofsanmateo.org
Submit comment: Submit comments by 4 p.m. the day of the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Approve appointments to Measure S Oversight and Personnel Boards” passed (5–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution to call for the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election.
Council will amend the communications services agreement to increase the total to $135,000.
The Library Trustees meeting that was to be held on Monday, June 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 21, 2026.
The agenda notes that public comments are accepted in person and remotely, limited to 15 minutes total, with 1‑3 minute speaker limits. Comments must be submitted to clerk@cityofsanmateo.org by 4 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
Council adopted resolutions approving the FY 2026‑27 operating and capital budgets, the 2026‑31 Capital Improvement Program, the Gann appropriations limit, and supplemental budget adjustments for FY 2025‑26.
Council will adopt a resolution to award a $249,069 contract to Fog City Roofing & Construction, LLC for roof work at the Senior Center.
What's happening
Why it matters
Repairing the roof protects the Senior Center building and ensures a safe environment for seniors who use the facility.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the City Council meeting in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom (see agenda).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comments can be given in person or remotely during the meeting.
Decision update
The City Council voted 5‑0 to award a contract to Fog City Roofing & Construction, LLC for Senior Center roof improvements, including a contingency reserve, and authorized the Public Works Director to execute the contract.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Council adopted a resolution to use an alternative purchasing method for a three‑year agreement with Millbrae Community Television (MCTV) to manage the city’s public, education, and government (PEG) channel. The contract can cost up to $57,000 per year, with a total ceiling of $166,000 and a $16,600 contingency.
Staff will present the tentative agenda calendar for future commission meetings.
What's happening
Why it matters
Knowing the future meeting schedule helps residents plan to attend or comment.
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 Library Commission continued meeting with staff at the Belle Haven and Main Library branches to address identified needs and added several items to the tentative agenda calendar, including reviews and recommendations of upcoming work plans.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Commissioners will give their individual reports.
Staff will share updates and statistics from the Library and Community Services Department.
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.
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.
A report will be given on matters discussed in the closed session.
The meeting will adjourn, and attendees can request special accommodations by contacting the City Clerk’s Department.
The council will approve the minutes from the June 1, 2026 regular meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Officially records decisions made on June 1, providing transparency.
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 “Approve June 1, 2026 meeting minutes” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The agenda explains how members of the public can address the council, including name, address, and a three‑minute limit.
