Emergency Preparedness & Response CommitteeLos Altos Hills
Town Council liaison report on mass notification grant
Bhateja will give a 10‑minute report on town‑council liaison activities.
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Police, fire, emergency response, disaster planning, and neighborhood safety.
Bhateja will give a 10‑minute report on town‑council liaison activities.
Logan will present the County Fire District report for 30 minutes.
The committee will discuss waivers for the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program.
City staff consulted with the police chief and legal counsel about a potential threat to public services or facilities.
The council will adopt a resolution to appropriate $1,432 from the Vehicle Replacement Fund to purchase two motorcycles from Long Beach BMW.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides law enforcement mobility and response capability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link provided.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. on the meeting day.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously authorized a $1,432 appropriation from the Vehicle Replacement Fund to purchase two motorcycles from Long Beach BMW Motorcycles for $91,432, including a $90,000 carryover and a CEQA exemption. This approval is final.
Decided Aug 3, 2026.
A staff report on the Effluent Line Improvements Project (CIP 455-695) was presented.
The City Council is asked to approve an appropriation of $1,432 from the Vehicle Replacement Fund and a $90,000 carryover to fund the purchase of two motorcycles costing $91,432.
The Board held a joint hearing with the Commission on the Status of Women to discuss staffing needs, policies, and procedures for responding to sexual assault reports.
The Board held a hearing to assess citywide drug market conditions, interdepartmental coordination, and resource allocation.
The Board will vote to approve Lindsey Maclise’s reappointment to the Building Inspection Commission.
The Board adopted a resolution naming August 21, 2026 National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.
What's happening
Why it matters
Highlights the city’s commitment to drug prevention, treatment, and public safety, and raises community awareness.
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 “Recognize August 21, 2026 as National Fentanyl Prevention Day” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The city adopts an amended Airport Surveillance Technology Policy that governs the use of third‑party security cameras.
The Board approved the transfer of a Type‑48 on‑sale general public premises liquor license to OUTTA SIGHT PRODUCTIONS LLC, doing business as Reggie and Maude’s at 456‑460 Larkin Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The new license allows a venue to serve alcohol, impacting nightlife, the local economy, and public safety in the Tenderloin area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in the Legislative Chamber, Room 250, City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve liquor license transfer to Reggie & Maude’s” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board approved the issuance of a Type‑64 on‑sale general theater liquor license to Uptown Tenderloin Inc., doing business as Tenderloin Museum at 835 Larkin Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The license enables the museum to serve alcohol during events, enhancing cultural programming while requiring oversight for public safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in the Legislative Chamber, Room 250, City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve theater liquor license for Tenderloin Museum” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board adopted an ordinance amending the Police Code to set penalties for illegal fireworks discharge.
What's happening
Why it matters
It creates enforceable consequences to reduce unsafe fireworks use, improving public safety for residents and neighborhoods.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting in Legislative Chamber, Room 250 (or join remotely).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Add Fireworks Penalties to Police Code” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
City Council is asked to approve an agreement with EKI Environment & Water, Inc. for design services.
The committee heard a report about hiring a Hearing Officer and restarting dog‑danger hearings.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improving public safety by ensuring dangerous dogs are handled promptly, reducing risk to residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on July 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: monique.crayton@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The hearing on the Vicious and Dangerous Dog Unit was heard and the record was filed, documenting the discussion of hiring a hearing officer, restarting proceedings, and addressing the case backlog.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
The committee amended the Police Code to prohibit the retail sale of nitrous oxide, except for medical/dental procedures, research, manufacturing, and food-product purposes.
What's happening
Why it matters
It restricts access to nitrous oxide, a substance often misused for recreational inhalant abuse, improving public safety and health.
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 committee amended the ordinance to prohibit retail sale of nitrous oxide, with exemptions for medical, research, industrial and food‑product uses, and set enforcement and penalty provisions.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will receive a report and recommendation to discuss reimbursement with Santa Clara County for up to five N5SHIELD sensors near the district.
Board will receive the June 2026 monthly report from the Santa Clara County Fire Chief.
Receive a report and recommendation to direct the General Manager to discuss reimbursement for up to five N5SHIELD sensors with Santa Clara County.
The City Council will present the National Night Out proclamation.
What's happening
Why it matters
The proclamation recognizes community efforts to promote safety and partnership with police.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting on July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “National Night Out proclamation presentation” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jul 21, 2026.
The Board recognizes August 21, 2026 as National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.
The resolution retroactively authorizes the Police Department to accept an in‑kind gift of Oracle Park venue space valued at $45,500 from China Basin Ballpark Company LLC.