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Jun16Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Adopt proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month

The board will adopt a proclamation designating July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month.

Vote scheduled Jun 16Comment period has passedJun 16Parks & Environment

What's happening

The board will adopt a proclamation designating July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month.

Why it matters

The proclamation raises awareness of park resources and encourages community participation in recreation activities.

Who is affected

ResidentsPark users

How to act

Attend: In-person at 500 County Center, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/86130548317

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Email written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org indicating the agenda item.

Jun 16, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 13, 2026, 7:01 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 10:57 AM PT

Decision update

Approved

The Board approved a proclamation designating July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month.

Decided Jun 16, 2026.

Jun15Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Buy liquid emulsion polymer for wastewater treatment plant

Council will award a contract to Polydyne, Inc. for liquid emulsion polymer supply.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 15Parks & Environment

Jun15Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Purchase chemicals for wastewater treatment plant operations

Council will award chemical supply contracts to Univar Solutions, Kemira Water Solutions, and Pacific Star Chemical for wastewater treatment.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 15Parks & Environment

Jun15Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Extend biosolids hauling contract for wastewater treatment plant

Council will approve a one‑year extension of the biosolids hauling contract with Synagro‑WWT, Inc.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 15Parks & Environment

Jun15Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Contract roof construction for Senior Center

Council will award a roof construction contract to Fog City Roofing & Construction, LLC for the Senior Center.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 15Parks & Environment

Jun15Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Purchase emergency field lighting equipment for Martin Luther King Jr. Park

Council will approve a purchase agreement for emergency field lighting equipment for Martin Luther King Jr. Park.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 15Parks & Environment

Jun15Mon

City CouncilFoster City

Amend contract with Wildlife Innovations for Canada goose management

Council approved an amendment to the professional services agreement with Wildlife Innovations, Inc. to continue the Integrated Adaptive Canada Goose Management Plan.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 15Parks & Environment

Jun15Mon

Board of SupervisorsSanta Clara County

Santa Clara County 2026-27 budget vote

The Board will vote to adopt the County Executive’s recommended budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The budget covers all county departments, special districts and related agencies. This is the main budget approval step before final sign‑off on June 18.

Vote scheduled Jun 15Comment period has passedJun 15Budget & Taxes

What's happening

The Board will vote to adopt the County Executive’s recommended budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The budget covers all county departments, special districts and related agencies. This is the main budget approval step before final sign‑off on June 18.

Why it matters

Adopting the budget determines how much money each department receives, affecting services like public safety, health, libraries and transportation for residents.

Who is affected

city taxpayerscounty employeeslocal businessesstudents

How to act

Attend: Join in person at 70 West Hedding Street or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/83926444646

Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org

Submit comment: Submit written comments to the same email before the meeting or use the public comment form at the meeting.

Jun 15, 2026, 1:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jun 12, 2026, 2:31 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:27 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted unanimously

The Board of Supervisors adopted unanimously the resolution approving the County of Santa Clara and special districts’ recommended budget for fiscal year 2026‑2027.

Decided Jun 15, 2026.

Jun10Wed

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry BoardMountain View

Deny heritage tree removal appeal at 961 Eichler Drive

The Urban Forestry Board will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep a heritage tree at 961 Eichler Drive standing. The staff recommendation is to uphold the original decision to protect the tree.

Vote scheduled Jun 10Comment period has passedJun 10Parks & Environment

What's happening

The Urban Forestry Board will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep a heritage tree at 961 Eichler Drive standing. The staff recommendation is to uphold the original decision to protect the tree.

Why it matters

Keeping the heritage tree preserves local green space, historic character, and ecosystem benefits for nearby residents.

Who is affected

nearby residentsenvironmental groupsproperty owners on Eichler Drive

How to act

Attend: Join the meeting via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/85027481875 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 850 2748 1875.

Email: mep@mountainview.gov

Submit comment: Public comment is allowed during the meeting; raise your hand in Zoom or dial *9 on the phone.

Jun 10, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jun 21, 2026, 8:08 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:21 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The governing body approved the heritage tree removal application appeal for 961 Eichler Drive.

Decided Jun 10, 2026.

Jun10Wed

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry BoardMountain View

Deny heritage tree removal appeal at 500 W. Middlefield Road

The Urban Forestry Board will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep a heritage tree at 500 W. Middlefield Road standing. Staff recommends upholding the original removal denial.

Vote scheduled Jun 10Comment period has passedJun 10Parks & Environment

What's happening

The Urban Forestry Board will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep a heritage tree at 500 W. Middlefield Road standing. Staff recommends upholding the original removal denial.

Why it matters

Protecting the heritage tree maintains neighborhood aesthetics and provides environmental benefits such as shade and air quality improvement.

Who is affected

nearby residentsenvironmental groupsproperty owners on Middlefield Road

How to act

Attend: Join the meeting via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/85027481875 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 850 2748 1875.

Email: mep@mountainview.gov

Submit comment: Public comment is allowed during the meeting; raise your hand in Zoom or dial *9 on the phone.

Jun 10, 2026, 6:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jun 21, 2026, 8:08 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:21 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The governing body approved the heritage tree removal application appeal for 500 W. Middlefield Road.

Decided Jun 10, 2026.

Jun9Tue

City CouncilLos Altos

Authorize additional signatories for CalRecycle grant programs

The City Council will adopt a resolution allowing the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Engineer, Public Works Engineering Director, or their designees to sign CalRecycle grant documents.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 9Parks & Environment

Jun9Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Vote on landscaping assessment levy increase for 2026-27

The council will adopt a resolution that overrules any protests, orders improvements, confirms the assessment area, and authorizes the levy and collection of assessments for the Landscaping Assessment District for FY 2026‑27.

Awaiting official resultJun 9Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Jun9Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Vote on waste rate increase for commercial and residential customers

The council will conduct a public hearing, consider any rate protests, and adopt a resolution approving maximum rate increases for waste, recycling, and compost collection for commercial, multi‑family, and single‑family customers, effective July 1, 2026.

Awaiting official resultJun 9Budget & TaxesNo comment option listed

Jun9Tue

Fast Track/Site DevelopmentLos Altos Hills

Demolition and new home construction at 13470 Robleda Road

A site development permit is being considered for demolition of a 2,022‑sq‑ft single‑family house and construction of a new 5,432‑sq‑ft two‑story home with a 911‑sq‑ft ADU and 991‑sq‑ft SB9 unit.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 9Housing

Jun9Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Adopt Garbage & Recyclables charges report for North Fair Oaks

The Board will adopt the Garbage and Recyclables Collection Service Charges Report for County Service Area No. 8 (North Fair Oaks) for fiscal year 2026‑27.

Vote scheduled Jun 9Comment period has passedJun 9Parks & Environment

What's happening

The Board will adopt the Garbage and Recyclables Collection Service Charges Report for County Service Area No. 8 (North Fair Oaks) for fiscal year 2026‑27.
The Board will approve submission of the report to the County Controller by July 31, 2026 and authorize revisions and refunds for overcharges or parcel‑change errors.

Why it matters

The adopted charges set the fees residents and businesses will pay for trash and recycling collection in North Fair Oaks.

Who is affected

homeownersrentersbusinesses in North Fair Oaks

How to act

Attend: In person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/81975948802

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by the deadline.

Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 13, 2026, 7:18 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 11:04 AM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The item “Adopt Garbage & Recyclables charges report for North Fair Oaks” was adopted.

Decided Jun 9, 2026.

Jun9Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Vote on sustainability grant and resource-conservation amendments

The Board will adopt a resolution to accept a $64,000 grant from the Mattress Recycling Council for an illegal mattress dumping pilot program in North Fair Oaks and record the amount as an appropriation. It will also approve a fourth amendment to increase resource‑conservation services funding by $150,000 (up to $875,000) and a second amendment to increase Forest Health and Fire Resilience Program funding by $200,000 (up to $800,000), both extending the agreements to June 30, 2027.

Awaiting official resultJun 9Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

Jun9Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Adopt sewer service charges for county districts 2026-27

The Board will authorize the imposition of sewer service charges for fiscal year 2026‑27 for the ten County Sewer Maintenance and Sanitation Districts.

Vote scheduled Jun 9Comment period has passedJun 9Parks & Environment

What's happening

The Board will authorize the imposition of sewer service charges for fiscal year 2026‑27 for the ten County Sewer Maintenance and Sanitation Districts.
The Board will direct filing of the FY 2026‑27 Sewer Service Charges Report with the County Controller and authorize refunds and revisions for errors or parcel changes.

Why it matters

The charges determine the amount customers will pay for sewer service during the fiscal year.

Who is affected

all customers of the ten county sewer districts

How to act

Attend: In person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/81975948802

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by the deadline.

Jun 9, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 13, 2026, 7:18 AM PTUpdated Sep 14, 2026, 11:04 AM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The item “Adopt sewer service charges for county districts FY 2026‑27” was adopted.

Decided Jun 9, 2026.

Jun8Mon

City CouncilRedwood City

Award contract for Griffin-Bechet Synthetic Turf Field

Council is asked to approve the contract with Sprinturf, LLC to replace the synthetic turf at Griffin‑Bechet Field for $999,453.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJun 8Parks & Environment

Jun3Wed

Parks and Recreation CommissionSanta Clara County

Accept 2025-26 & 2026-2027 Work Plan Matrices

The commission will consider accepting the business work plan matrices for fiscal years 2025‑2026 and 2026‑2027.

Vote scheduled Jun 3Comment period has passedJun 3Parks & Environment

What's happening

The commission will consider accepting the business work plan matrices for fiscal years 2025‑2026 and 2026‑2027.

Why it matters

The work plan guides how the commission allocates resources and prioritizes park projects over the next two years.

Who is affected

park userscity residentslocal businesses

How to act

Attend: Attend in person or via the video conference link.

Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org

Submit comment: Written comments can be submitted at the meeting or emailed to bnc@cob.sccgov.org.

Jun 3, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 17, 2026, 5:27 AM PTUpdated Sep 28, 2026, 12:05 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The commission approved the Parks and Recreation Commission Business Work Plan Matrices for Fiscal Years 2025‑2026 and 2026‑2027.

Decided Jun 3, 2026.

Jun3Wed

Parks and Recreation CommissionSanta Clara County

Appoint liaison to Upper Stevens Creek Trail Project

The commission will select a member to serve as liaison on the Upper Stevens Creek Trail Project team.

Vote scheduled Jun 3Comment period has passedJun 3Parks & Environment

What's happening

The commission will select a member to serve as liaison on the Upper Stevens Creek Trail Project team.

Why it matters

Having a commission liaison ensures county input on trail design and construction, affecting cyclists, pedestrians, and nearby neighborhoods.

Who is affected

Trail usersLocal cyclists and pedestriansNearby residents

How to act

Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street or via video conference at the provided Zoom link.

Email: bnc@cob.sccgov.org

Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email them to bnc@cob.sccgov.org.

Jun 3, 2026, 6:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 17, 2026, 5:27 AM PTUpdated Sep 28, 2026, 12:05 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The commission approved appointing Chairperson Miller as the liaison to serve on the Upper Stevens Creek Trail Project team.

Decided Jun 3, 2026.

Jun1Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Downtown Landscape Maintenance services Agreement

Approve an agreement for $415,260 total over five years with Brightview Landscaping Services, Inc. for downtown landscaping maintenance.

Vote scheduled Jun 1Jun 1Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed

What's happening

Approve an agreement for $415,260 total over five years with Brightview Landscaping Services, Inc. for downtown landscaping maintenance.
Authorize a five‑percent contingency up to $4,153 per year, not to exceed $20,765.
Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement, change orders, amendments, and extensions within the contingency amount.

Why it matters

Maintaining downtown landscaping keeps public spaces clean and attractive, supporting businesses, tourism, and community pride.

Who is affected

Downtown businessesPedestrians and visitorsCity landscaping staff

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.

Jun 1, 2026, 7:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 17, 2026, 3:44 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The council voted 5‑0 to approve a five‑year $415,260 agreement with Brightview Landscaping Services for downtown landscape maintenance, including a 5 % contingency, and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement, change orders, and extensions.

Decided Jun 1, 2026.

Jun1Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Amend Sewer Basin Rehabilitation Design Contracts

Council will approve an amendment to the CSG Consultants on‑call design services agreement, increasing its total amount to $1,850,000 and extending the term to February 2029.

Vote scheduled Jun 1Comment period has passedJun 1Parks & Environment

What's happening

Council will approve an amendment to the CSG Consultants on‑call design services agreement, increasing its total amount to $1,850,000 and extending the term to February 2029.
Council will approve an amendment to the Wilsey Ham dba WHB Engineers on‑call design services agreement, raising its total amount to $2,750,000 and extending the term to February 2029.
Council will approve an amendment to the Freyer & Laureta on‑call design services agreement, extending its term to February 2029 and authorizing the Public Works Director to issue task orders.

Why it matters

The changes let the city continue needed sewer rehabilitation work with updated funding and longer contract terms, ensuring infrastructure repairs stay on schedule.

Who is affected

ResidentsBusinessesSewer customers

How to act

Attend: Attend the council meeting in person at City Hall Council Chamber or join via Zoom (see agenda).

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Provide comments during the public comment period in person or remotely via Zoom.

Jun 1, 2026, 7:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 17, 2026, 3:44 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The council voted 5‑0 to approve amendments to three on‑call design service agreements—CSG Consultants, Wilsey Ham dba WHB Engineers, Inc., and Freyer & Laureta, Inc.—increasing the total contract amounts and extending the terms to February 2029, and authorized the Public Works Director to execute the amendments and issue task orders.

Decided Jun 1, 2026.

Jun1Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Vote on Thor Audio services Agreement

Approve a one‑year agreement with Thor Audio Solutions for up to $108,940.

Vote scheduled Jun 1Comment period has passedJun 1Parks & Environment

What's happening

Approve a one‑year agreement with Thor Audio Solutions for up to $108,940.
Authorize up to two one‑year extensions for up to $120,000 each, total not to exceed $348,940 over three years.
Establish a contingency reserve of $34,894.

Why it matters

The agreement provides audio support for city special events, ensuring quality sound for community gatherings and creating local vendor work.

Who is affected

Residents attending city eventsEvent organizersLocal audio service provider

How to act

Attend: Join in person at City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom (ID 835 1709 7615).

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Submit comments in person during the meeting or remotely via Zoom chat as instructed at the end of the agenda.

Jun 1, 2026, 7:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Aug 17, 2026, 3:44 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Passed

The item “Approve Thor Audio Services Agreement” passed (5–0).

Decided Jun 1, 2026.

Jun1Mon

City CouncilSan Mateo

Vote on special event support services agreement

Approve a one-year agreement up to $108,940 with Perry Thorwaldson for event support.

Awaiting official resultJun 1Parks & EnvironmentNo comment option listed