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Police, fire, emergency response, disaster planning, and neighborhood safety.
The Council will authorize the City Manager to execute FY 2026‑27 funding agreements with the Community Services Agency for up to $177,000 for housing‑related services and $150,000 for homeless prevention assistance.
Committee reviewed a list of projects to prioritize based on staff bandwidth, including wildlife corridors/fence ordinance, ridgeline mapping, artificial‑turf drainage, and a joint fire‑scaping ordinance effort.
Council considered a resolution to amend the current law enforcement contract, adding a 12‑week extension.
Staff presented an update on negotiations with the Santa Clara County Sheriff regarding the expiring law enforcement services agreement.
The Board created three entertainment zones in North Beach, the Ferry Building, and Belden Place.
What's happening
Why it matters
It permits outdoor drinking, impacting local businesses, residents, and safety at events.
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 “Create North Beach, Ferry Building, and Belden Place entertainment zones” passed.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The Board approved new policies for DPW drone operations.
What's happening
Why it matters
It expands city surveillance tools, affecting privacy and public safety.
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 “Approve DPW drone and illegal dumping camera policies” passed.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The Police Department is authorized to accept an in‑kind gift of 1,800 naloxone units.
What's happening
Why it matters
It expands the police department’s ability to respond to opioid overdoses, potentially saving lives in the community.
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 “Resolution authorizing police naloxone gift” was adopted.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The board will approve contracts with eleven vendors to conduct pre‑employment background investigations for peace officer candidates.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides thorough vetting of peace officers, protecting community safety and ensuring responsible use of funds.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item number before 5:00 p.m. on June 8 2026.
Decision update
The item “Approve background check contracts for peace officer candidates” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The Board will appoint Eric Zabala to the Emergency Medical Care Committee for a partial term ending March 31, 2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
Strengthens emergency medical care planning by adding expertise from fire, medical, and consumer representatives.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/81975948802 (Webinar ID 819 7594 8802)
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Appoint and reappoint members to Emergency Medical Care Committee” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The board will approve contracts with four vendors to provide pre‑employment psychological exams, fitness‑for‑duty, and CCW evaluations for peace officer candidates.
What's happening
Why it matters
Helps ensure mental fitness of future peace officers, enhancing community safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item number before 5:00 p.m. on June 8 2026.
Decision update
The item “Approve psychological evaluation contracts for peace officer candidates” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The Board approved a resolution authorizing the County Health Chief to amend the animal care agreement with the county’s twenty cities, extending it three years to June 30, 2029.
What's happening
Why it matters
Extending these contracts ensures continued animal control services for residents and maintains funding for humane‑society operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/81975948802 (Webinar ID 819 7594 8802).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The item “Extend animal care contracts with cities and Peninsula Humane Society” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The board is asked to authorize the Sheriff to secure and spend up to $687,746.59 from the World Cup Safety and Security Grant Program and to approve an Appropriation Transfer Request for the same amount to record the revenue.
The board is asked to authorize agreements with eleven vendors to provide pre‑employment background investigation services for peace officer candidates, covering July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, with a total cap of $1,310,000.
The board is asked to authorize agreements with four vendors to provide pre‑employment psychological examinations for peace officer candidates, covering July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029, with a total cap of $300,000.
The Board approved a resolution permitting the San Mateo County Emergency Medical Services Agency to obtain state and federal summary criminal history information.
What's happening
Why it matters
Access to criminal history helps ensure EMS personnel meet safety standards and protects the public.
Who is affected
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 by 5:00 p.m. on June 8, 2026.
Decision update
The item “Allow EMS agency to access criminal history data” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The board will recommend one new appointment and several reappointments to the Emergency Medical Care Committee, with terms ending in 2029‑2030.
The board is asked to authorize the President to sign an agreement with End2End Public Safety, LLC for continued support and maintenance of the Jail Management System from April 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026, up to $213,761.33, and to waive the competitive bidding requirement.
The Board will adopt a resolution letting the Sheriff use up to $687,746.59 from the World Cup Safety and Security Grant Program and record that amount as an appropriation. The Board will also approve contracts for continued support of the Jail Management System ($213,761.33) and for JobTrain services for the incarcerated population ($1,770,877.31). Additional agreements with six vendors for pre‑employment services are also included.
What's happening
Why it matters
These actions fund security planning for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and improve jail management and inmate programs, impacting public safety and county budgeting.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at 9:00 AM on 6/9/2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve World Cup safety grant and jail system contracts” was continued.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
Board will appoint one new member and reappoint five existing members to the Emergency Medical Care Committee, with terms ending in 2029‑2030.
The board will approve contracts with six vendors to conduct pre‑employment background investigations for non‑sworn candidates.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures thorough vetting of county staff, protecting public safety and using taxpayer funds responsibly.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City, or via Zoom (link in agenda).
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item number before 5:00 p.m. on June 8 2026.
Decision update
The item “Approve background check contracts for non‑sworn hires” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The agenda explains that written comments may be emailed to boardfeedback@smcgov.org. Comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting and must indicate the specific agenda item being addressed.
The City Council will vote to reject a general liability claim filed by Elizabeth Watson that exceeds $50,000.
The City Council is asked to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Communications Products Agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc.
The City Council is asked to approve a First Amendment to the agreement with the County of San Mateo, adding $25,000 for disaster‑resilience supplies at the Fair Oaks Community Center.
