Planning CommissionSan Mateo
Elect New Chair and Vice Chair of Planning Commission
The Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair.
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The Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair.
Board will vote to elect a Chair.
Board members will elect a Chair and Vice Chair.
The Board will vote to approve Joshua Arce’s reappointment to the Public Utilities Commission.
The Board will vote to approve John Trasvina’s reappointment to the Board of Appeals.
The Board approved the motion to reappoint Kimberlee Hartwig‑Schulman to the Sanitation and Streets Commission, term ending July 1, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The commission advises on trash collection, recycling and street maintenance that affect daily life.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Remote comment is allowed during the meeting; see meeting instructions.
Decision update
The item “Reappoint Kimberlee Hartwig-Schulman to Sanitation and Streets Commission” was approved.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board approved the President’s nomination to reappoint Robin Abad Ocubillo to the Board of Appeals, term ending July 1, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The board’s decisions influence land‑use outcomes and neighborhood planning.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Remote comment is allowed during the meeting; see meeting instructions.
Decision update
The item “Reappoint Robin Abad Ocubillo to Board of Appeals” was approved.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board approved the Mayor’s nomination to reappoint Joshua Arce to the Public Utilities Commission, term ending August 1, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The commission oversees water, electricity and gas services that affect every household.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Remote comment is allowed during the meeting; see meeting instructions.
Decision update
The item “Reappoint Joshua Arce to Public Utilities Commission” was approved.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board approved the Mayor’s nomination to reappoint Eleanor Blume to the Public Works Commission, term ending July 2, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The commission guides city infrastructure projects that affect daily services for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Remote comment is allowed during the meeting; see meeting instructions.
Decision update
The item “Reappoint Eleanor Blume to Public Works Commission” was approved.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board approved the Mayor’s nomination to reappoint John Trasvina to the Board of Appeals, term ending July 1, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The Board of Appeals reviews land‑use decisions that can shape neighborhoods and development.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Remote comment is allowed during the meeting; see meeting instructions.
Decision update
The item “Reappoint John Trasvina to Board of Appeals” was approved.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
Commission members will vote to select a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2026‑2027.
Council will vote to fill two Board of Port Commissioners seats expiring July 31, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
These commissions guide city policy on ports, arts, and parks, affecting community services and quality of life for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council chambers or join via Zoom link provided.
Email: council@redwoodcity.org
Submit comment: Email written comment to council@redwoodcity.org referencing the agenda item.
Decision update
The council voted to adopt a resolution approving a substitute affordable‑housing site at 705 Veterans Blvd and to conditionally vacate the Spring Street segment, and it confirmed appointments to the Board of Port Commissioners and the Arts Commission for full‑term seats expiring in 2030.
Decided Jul 27, 2026.
The City Council is asked to adopt an “Oppose Unless Amended” position on State Senate Bill 1164 (Cervantes) Elections.
Commission members will elect a Chairperson.
What's happening
Why it matters
Elected officers lead the commission’s work and set meeting priorities.
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 board approved the election of Commissioner Cohen as Chairperson and Commissioner Hetterly as Vice Chairperson for fiscal year 2026‑2027.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
Commission members will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year.
Committee members will elect a Chairperson.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leadership determines how the advisory committee sets priorities and guides planning discussions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at the County of Santa Clara Animal Services Center, 12425 Monterey Road, San Martin, CA 95046 at 6:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to elect Member Paredes‑Bahnsen as Chairperson and Member Engelhardt as Vice Chairperson for Fiscal Year 2026‑2027; both elections were approved.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The committee will elect a Chairperson and a Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year 2026-2027.
The board will vote to approve amended bylaws for the Fairgrounds Management Corporation.
Board will approve a first amendment to the license agreement with Veteran Power, Inc.
What's happening
Why it matters
Expands power service area and raises maintenance costs, impacting fairgrounds operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve amendment to Veteran Power license” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will approve a retroactive license agreement with BLH Construction Company, Inc. for the use of ... (details not listed).
What's happening
Why it matters
Allows BLH Construction to use fairgrounds property, potentially affecting operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve retroactive license with BLH Construction” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will approve a first amendment to the license agreement with LS Power Grid California, LLC.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides office space and increased services, affecting fairgrounds event operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve amendment to LS Power Grid license” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will vote to approve amended Fairgrounds Management Corporation Bylaws (ID# 129778).
What's happening
Why it matters
Updates the rules that govern fairgrounds management and operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The board unanimously voted to approve the Fairgrounds Management Corporation bylaws as amended, updating Section 6.02 to state that the County Executive appoints three County employee directors.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Members of the public can address the committee on any topic not on the agenda.
The committee will discuss preparing an annual report for the Finance and Government Operations Committee.