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The agenda provides details on how residents can submit written comments by emailing boardfeedback@smcgov.org before 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, and how to speak during the public comment period in person or via Zoom.
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time grant of up to $20,000 to Taulama. The funds support an Intergenerational Empowerment Series for Tongans.
What's happening
Why it matters
The program provides cultural education and community building for Tongan families, strengthening intergenerational ties.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting, citing this agenda item.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $20,000 to Taulama for its Intergenerational Empowerment Series and directed the County Executive (or designee) to execute the grant agreement.
Decided Jan 13, 2026.
The Board approved a one‑time transfer of up to $10,000 from Measure K funds to the San Mateo County Office of Arts and Culture. The money will be used for public art projects in District 2.
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time grant of up to $30,000 to Casa Circulo Cultural, the fiscal agent for the Center of Creativity. The funds will support high‑quality, accessible arts programming across the county.
What's happening
Why it matters
Accessible arts programs enrich cultural life and provide creative opportunities for all ages.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting, indicating this agenda item.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $30,000 to Casa Circulo Cultural for high‑quality, accessible arts programming and directed the County Executive (or designee) to execute the grant agreement.
Decided Jan 13, 2026.
The Board approved a one‑time grant of up to $10,000 to Empowerment Through Action. The money will support the Empower San Mateo initiative to build community resource centers.
What's happening
Why it matters
Resource centers provide services such as job training, health information, and social support, benefiting local residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Send written comments by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $10,000 to Empowerment Through Action for its Empower San Mateo initiative and directed the County Executive (or designee) to execute the grant agreement.
Decided Jan 13, 2026.
Commission members voted to adopt the minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting.
Residents can submit written comments by email before the meeting or speak during the meeting. Written comments must be emailed at least 24 hours before the meeting and include the agenda item number. Spoken comments are limited to two minutes and must be signed up on a speaker’s slip.
Commission members nominated and voted to select the Chair and Vice Chair for 2026.
The commission will receive informational updates on current Parks Department staffing.
The commission will provide an update on the open seats for Districts I and II, including the application deadline of January 9, 2026.
Commission members will vote to select the Chair and Vice Chair for 2026. This is listed as an action item on the agenda.
