City CouncilSan Mateo
Vote on County Board Agenda and Meeting Roles
Council will set and adopt the County Board of Supervisors agenda for the multi‑agency meeting.
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Council will set and adopt the County Board of Supervisors agenda for the multi‑agency meeting.
Commission will discuss how sections of the Work Plan will be assigned to Standing Committees.
Commission will discuss the optimal size of its membership.
Commission will discuss a plan to provide new research resources to the Legislative Committee.
Commission will discuss and set priorities for the 2026‑2027 Work Plan.
The board will receive a report from the Commission on the Status of Women.
The Board approved a resolution to authorize an agreement with Hill-Rom Company, Inc. to provide a nurse call system and services from Oct 1, 2025 through Sep 30, 2028, with a maximum cost of $325,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improves patient communication and safety in county health facilities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at 500 County Center, Redwood City or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/85158697628
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Adopt resolution for nurse call system contract” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing approval and submission of the FY 2026-2027 Area Plan update for the Area Agency on Aging.
What's happening
Why it matters
The plan guides services for older adults in the county.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at 500 County Center, Redwood City or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/85158697628
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Adopt resolution for Area Agency on Aging plan” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The Board approved a resolution to authorize an agreement with Broadband and Networking Consultants, Inc. to provide a wander management system and services from Aug 11, 2026 through Aug 10, 2031, costing up to $300,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
The system will help manage broadband network performance for county services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at 500 County Center, Redwood City or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/85158697628
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Adopt resolution for broadband wander management contract” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The board will reappoint Jade Howard to the LGBTQIA+ Commission for a term ending June 30, 2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
The commission advises the county on policies affecting LGBTQIA+ residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “LGBTQIA+ Commission reappointment” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The board will appoint Benjamin Suncin as a regular commissioner and reappoint Donna Vaillancourt, Mary Cravalho, and Kyle Corcoran to the San Mateo County Veterans Commission.
What's happening
Why it matters
These appointments shape the county’s policies and services for veterans.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Veterans Commission appointments” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The board will reappoint Donald McVey as a regular commissioner on the Assessment Appeals Board for a term from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
The board reviews property tax assessments, affecting property owners and tax rates.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Assessment Appeals Board reappointment” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing the execution of a third amendment with Family Connections.
What's happening
Why it matters
Increased funding expands child abuse prevention services, improving safety and support for vulnerable children and families in the county.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/85158697628
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments with the agenda item number to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. on August 10 2026.
Decision update
The item “Funding increase for Family Connections child abuse prevention services” was approved.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
Commission will appoint commissioners to attend the County’s Reentry Resource Center 7th Annual Rise Up and Run 5k on October 17, 2026 at Hellyer County Park.
The commission will receive a report on planned International Women’s Day activities for March 8, 2027.
Commission members will elect a Chair and Vice Chair.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leaders set meeting agendas and guide arts initiatives for the city.
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 “Elect Chair and Vice Chair of Civic Arts Commission” passed (5–0).
Decided Aug 10, 2026.
The committee will set dates and times for the next five meetings.
Board will adopt a commendation for Krishna Madayag retiring after 29 years of service.
What's happening
Why it matters
Recognizes long‑time county employees and highlights outstanding staff, fostering morale.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the board meeting to hear the presentations.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Adopt commendations and certificates of appreciation” was adopted unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 10, 2026.
The council will ratify a resolution to call the General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It sets the date and process for electing two City Council members, affecting city governance.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join via Zoom link or attend in person at 2415 University Ave, First Floor.
Email: cityclerk@cityofepa.org
Submit comment: Email comments referencing the agenda item, submit a speaker card at the meeting, or use the Raise Hand feature when called.
Decision update
The item “Vote on November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Aug 10, 2026.
Commission members will receive nominations and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leadership determines how the commission sets priorities and manages park and recreation programs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Isaac Newton Center Auditorium or remotely via Zoom link https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/89415061968 or telephone (669) 219-2599.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email to bnc@cob.sccgov.org or deliver them at the meeting; spoken comments require a Request to Speak Form submitted before public comment begins.
Decision update
The item “Elect Commission Officers FY 2026‑2027” was approved (Ayes: Ball, Choi, Giri, Miller, Mitchner; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 5, 2026.
Discuss and approve the list of members serving on the Allocations Committee for fiscal year 2026-27.
The commission will receive nominations and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the fiscal year.
What's happening
Why it matters
Elected officers set the leadership and direction for the commission’s work over the next year.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Isaac Newton Center Auditorium or remotely via Zoom link.
Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email or hand‑delivered at the meeting, or fill a Request to Speak form before public comment begins.
Decision update
The commission approved the election of Dan L. Connolly as chairperson and Hobbs as vice chairperson for fiscal year 2026‑2027.
Decided Aug 4, 2026.
The Council will vote to approve all items on the Consent Calendar in one motion.
Commission members will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the Planning Commission.