Parks CommissionSan Mateo County
Public comment on parks matters
The public may address any parks‑related topics not on the agenda.
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Parks, waterfronts, climate work, trees, open space, and environmental protections.
The public may address any parks‑related topics not on the agenda.
The Board approved a project‑specific maintenance agreement with Caltrans at no cost.
What's happening
Why it matters
Guarantees continued maintenance of critical pump‑station security upgrades, protecting the reliability of the wastewater system.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend authorizing the SFPUC to execute a no‑cost project‑specific maintenance agreement with Caltrans for ongoing maintenance of two wastewater pump stations under Contract WW‑780. This recommendation is not final approval.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The City will increase the not‑to‑exceed amount of the wastewater polymer supply agreement with Polydyne to $12,060,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Increased contract amount ensures continued supply of essential wastewater treatment polymers, protecting water quality.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approving Amendment 4 to the wastewater polymer supply agreement with Polydyne, Inc., increasing the not‑to‑exceed amount to $12.06 million while keeping the contract term through January 2028.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The Board approved a contract with LEE, Inc. for specialized and technical as‑needed services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures the water and power infrastructure receives expert maintenance and planning, helping keep reliable water supply and electricity for San Francisco residents.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The item “Approve LEE contract for Hetch Hetchy services” was amended in committee.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The Board approved a contract with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for specialized and technical as‑needed services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures the water and power infrastructure receives expert maintenance and planning, helping keep reliable water supply and electricity for San Francisco residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Approve AECOM contract for Hetch Hetchy services” was amended in committee.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The Board approved a contract with Jacobs Engineering Group, Inc. for specialized and technical as‑needed services.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures the water and power infrastructure receives expert maintenance and planning, helping keep reliable water supply and electricity for San Francisco residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Approve Jacobs contract for Hetch Hetchy services” was amended in committee.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The SFPUC will contract Stantec Consulting for up to $20,000,000 to provide specialized technical services for Hetch Hetchy Water and Power, including asset management, condition assessment, needs assessment, and capital plan development.
What's happening
Why it matters
Contract provides expertise to maintain and plan critical water infrastructure, supporting reliable water service for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
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Decision update
The committee voted to amend the professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc., authorizing the SFPUC General Manager to execute a contract for up to $20 million of specialized and technical as‑needed services for Hetch Hetchy Water and Power from January 2027 through December 2031. This amendment is not final approval.
Decided Sep 30, 2026.
The committee will consider the Draft Five-Year Community Decarbonization Plan.
The committee will review the 2024 Community Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory.
Exempts certain Port of San Francisco capital improvement projects that address flooding, sea level rise, or seismic risk from needing a financial feasibility study before environmental review.
The Board will adopt a resolution supporting a bioregional park on Twin Peaks and nearby canyons.
The Board approved reappointing Nicholas Belloni to the council, term ends Feb 1 2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
It maintains continuity in the advisory council that guides parks and recreation policies for District 2.
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How to act
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Decision update
The item “Reappoint Nicholas Belloni to Park, Recreation & Open Space Council (District 2)” was approved.
Decided Sep 29, 2026.
The Board approved reappointing Sophie Constantinou to the council, term ends Feb 1 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
It keeps continuity in the advisory council that guides parks and recreation policies for District 8.
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How to act
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Decision update
The item “Reappoint Sophie Constantinou to Park, Recreation & Open Space Council (District 8)” was approved.
Decided Sep 29, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution proclaiming October 2026 as the first “Walktober” in San Francisco.
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Why it matters
The proclamation promotes walking, health, and use of the city’s public spaces and trails.
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Decision update
The item “Proclaim October 2026 as first Walktober in San Francisco” was adopted.
Decided Sep 29, 2026.
The Board approved a motion appointing Phoebe Preston as an alternate member of the Park, Recreation and Open Space Advisory Council until February 1, 2028.
What's happening
Why it matters
Appointing the alternate ensures the advisory council can continue its work on parks and open space, affecting local recreation and green space decisions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in Room 250 at City Hall or join remotely.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
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Decision update
The item “Appoint Phoebe Preston as alternate to Park and Open Space Advisory Council” was approved.
Decided Sep 29, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution urging the Mayor to act on the civil grand jury’s wildfire risk findings for Glen Canyon.
What's happening
Why it matters
Addressing wildfire risk protects neighborhoods and natural areas from fire damage.
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.
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Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution responding to the Civil Grand Jury report on Glen Canyon wildfire risk, urging the Mayor to implement the report’s recommendations through department heads and the budget.
Decided Sep 29, 2026.
The Board is considering a resolution to let San Mateo County apply for, accept, and manage funding from the California Strategic Growth Council’s Transformative Climate Communities program.
The Board is asked to adopt a resolution authorizing Amendment No. 3 to the agreement with Vista Environmental Consulting.
The ordinance streamlines local CEQA compliance by removing shadow analysis and cutting the appeal period from 30 to 15 days.
The ordinance would update the Environment Code’s green building standards for new construction, major renovations, and tenant improvements of city buildings.
What's happening
Why it matters
Stronger green building rules reduce energy use and emissions in city facilities, saving money and supporting climate goals.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Land Use and Transportation Committee meeting on September 28, 2026 at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 2501.
Email: john.carroll@sfgov.org
Submit comment: No comment deadline listed; you may submit written comments to the clerk’s email.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance to update and strengthen the Green Building Requirements for new construction, major renovation, and tenant improvement of City buildings, and to affirm the Planning Department’s CEQA determination. This recommendation is not a final approval.
Decided Sep 28, 2026.
The commission will hold a public hearing on a land use application for a 54.59‑acre Vipassana meditation retreat.
The Utility Manager will give an update on the EPASD work plan presentation strategy.
Committee continued a hearing on the Department of Public Works’ response to a Letter of Inquiry about tree canopy equity and resource allocation in District 6.
What's happening
Why it matters
Tree canopy affects neighborhood heat, air quality, and overall livability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on September 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: monique.crayton@sfgov.org
Submit comment: No comment deadline listed; you may email comments to the clerk.
Decision update
The hearing on tree canopy equity and resource allocation in District 6 was continued to the chair for further action. No decision was made at this meeting.
Decided Sep 24, 2026.
The board will receive a report from the Office of the County Executive covering current fairgrounds initiatives and departmental updates.