City CouncilSan Mateo
Disability Pride Month proclamation
The Council will issue a proclamation recognizing Disability Pride Month.
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The Council will issue a proclamation recognizing Disability Pride Month.
Members of the public may comment on any agenda item not listed by addressing the City Council during the public comment segment.
City Council will approve a two‑year lease for the PLUR Café at the Main Library.
Adopt a resolution to place a measure revising the City Charter for district elections and meeting scheduling on the ballot.
Approve a two‑year lease with Henok Getahun to operate the PLUR Cafe at the Main Library from July 22, 2026 to July 21, 2028.
Council will vote to appoint Seema Patel to the Planning Commission for a full term from July 20, 2026, through June 10, 2030.
Residents may submit written comments to clerk@cityofsanmateo.org by 4 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
Council will adopt a resolution to place a charter amendment measure on the November 3, 2026 ballot to update election processes and council procedures.
Council will approve a lease and operating agreement with Henok Getahun to run the PLUR Cafe at the Main Library from July 22, 2026 through July 21, 2028.
Appoint Seema Patel to the Planning Commission for a full term from July 20, 2026 through June 10, 2030.
The council will adopt a resolution to update all City of San Mateo Department of Public Works standard drawings.
Public comments will be accepted both in person and remotely via Zoom or telephone.
Residents may speak in person or via Zoom during the public comment segment of the meeting.
The meeting was adjourned.
Attachment shows the tentative calendar of future Library Commission meetings.
Staff report provides updates and statistics from the Library and Community Services Department.
Staff prepares a draft work plan for the 2026‑27 year to be reviewed at the July meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
The draft will shape library priorities and services for the next year.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Library Commission meeting on July 20, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Prepare Library Commission 2026‑27 work plan” passed (6–0–1).
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The commission provided a draft calendar of future meeting dates and topics.
A report will be presented summarizing the closed‑session discussion.
A closed‑session discussion will address potential threats to city services or facilities.
The City provides live streams of council meetings every 1st and 3rd Monday and offers replay videos the next day and on Saturdays.
Council members will allow members of the public to speak after being recognized.
San Mateo County plans to buy the property at 1065 E. Hillsdale Blvd and move its Human Services Agency there.
What's happening
Why it matters
The sale could change land use, potentially adding a warehouse or other facilities that affect traffic and neighborhood character.
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 unanimously adopted the addendum to the Countywide Local Roadway Safety Plan and accepted the Real Estate Economic Market Analysis update; no action was taken on the county’s proposed purchase of the 1065 E. Hillsdale property. These actions are final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The City Council will approve the mayor to execute a $50,000 amendment to the contract with Thermal Mechanical Inc. for citywide HVAC repairs up to $200,000 annually.
What's happening
Why it matters
Maintaining heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems keeps city buildings safe and functional for residents and staff.
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 unanimously authorized the Mayor to execute a $50,000 amendment to the contract with Thermal Mechanical Inc. for citywide HVAC system repair, with total annual spending not to exceed $200,000, and found the project CEQA exempt. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.