Emergency Preparedness & Response CommitteeLos Altos Hills
Medical & Environmental Health Brief
Harter provided a 1‑minute briefing on medical and environmental health topics.
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Parks, waterfronts, climate work, trees, open space, and environmental protections.
Harter provided a 1‑minute briefing on medical and environmental health topics.
Jay Bradford presented on maintaining defensible space in open space areas.
The committee will discuss and vote on updates to the fence ordinance for the Objective Design Standards in the Housing Element.
The committee will review and prioritize several sub‑group projects, including a wildlife corridor fence ordinance, a standing committee charter update, ridgeline mapping, an artificial turf drainage study, and firescaping ordinance work.
Committee reviewed field‑trip reports for sites on De Bell Road, Deer Springs Way, Elena Road, Robleda Road, Taaffe Road, and Black Mountain Rd volleyball court.
The committee will hear updates on the Environmental Design & Protection Committee officer election.
The task force will review ideas for events to be held during fiscal year 2026‑2027.
The EMID Board will adopt a resolution accepting Performance Mechanical’s work on Lift Station 59 effluent line improvements.
What's happening
Why it matters
Completing the lift‑station improvements ensures reliable wastewater service and protects public health.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 620 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, California, 94404.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on Aug 03, 2026 to publiccomment@fostercity.org.
Decision update
The item “Accept lift‑station work and file completion notice” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Aug 3, 2026.
The board will accept work performed by Performance Mechanical, Inc. for Lift Station 59 and direct the district secretary to file the notice of completion.
The Board will approve a $2,289,544.50 contract with Telstar Instruments to replace emergency generators at three lift stations.
What's happening
Why it matters
Replacing aging generators ensures reliable power for the district’s lift stations, protecting flood control operations.
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 “Award contract for Emergency Generator Replacement Phase I” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Aug 3, 2026.
The council is presented with a resolution to accept the work performed by Performance Mechanical, Inc. for the lift station.
The Commission will consider a resolution to approve the site plan and architectural review for a new self‑storage facility at 922‑980 S. Claremont Street.
The Department of Public Works can accept and spend up to $1,000,000 in grant funds from the 2025 Budget Act administered by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
The Board approved a resolution to settle the claim for $58,930.21.
The Board approved a resolution to settle the claim for $62,500.
The Planning Code is being amended to designate the Richard Spreckels Mansion / Buena Vista Studios at 737 Buena Vista Avenue West as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the historic mansion and studio complex, ensuring preservation of its architectural and cultural significance.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Landmark designation for Richard Spreckels Mansion / Buena Vista Studios” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Planning Code is being amended to designate the Phoenix Brewery at 552 Noe Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the historic brewery building and guides future development, preserving local history.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Landmark designation for Phoenix Brewery” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Double Stick Eastlake Home at 1415-1417 Guerrero Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status safeguards the historic Victorian home and guides future changes to preserve its architectural 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 item “Landmark designation for Guerrero Street Double Stick Eastlake Home” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Duboce Triangle Greek Revival Home at 2173 15th Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status safeguards the historic architecture, ensuring its preservation and influencing any future alterations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in the Legislative Chamber, Room 250, City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide remote comment during the meeting as allowed.
Decision update
The item “Designate Duboce Triangle Greek Revival Home as landmark” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the rowhouses at 191-197 Henry Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
The landmark designation protects the historic rowhouses from inappropriate alterations and supports neighborhood heritage.
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 “Landmark designation for Henry Street Rowhouses” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the De Urioste Home at 181 Buena Vista Avenue East as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status protects the historic building, preserves its character, and guides future changes, benefiting the community’s heritage.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in the Legislative Chamber, Room 250, City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide remote comment during the meeting as allowed.
Decision update
The item “Designate De Urioste Home as landmark” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Charles L. Hinkel Home at 740 Castro Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
It protects the historic structure and maintains the neighborhood’s historic character.
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: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Designate Charles L. Hinkel Home as landmark” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Born Home at 99 Divisadero Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
It safeguards the historic property and maintains the character of the neighborhood.
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: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Designate Born Home as landmark” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance amending the Planning Code to designate the Elliott M. Wilson Home at 1335 Guerrero Street as a landmark.
What's happening
Why it matters
Landmark status ensures the historic home is preserved, maintaining its architectural integrity and community value.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in the Legislative Chamber, Room 250, City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Provide remote comment during the meeting as allowed.
Decision update
The item “Designate Elliott M. Wilson Home as landmark” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.