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Police, fire, emergency response, disaster planning, and neighborhood safety.
The council will ratify the Menlo Park Fire Protection District’s ordinance adopting the 2025 California Fire Code with local amendments.
Staff presented findings from a citywide survey of swim‑center users, highlighting usage patterns, satisfaction levels, and preferences for pool programs.
The Board approved a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $15,000 to the Redwood City Police Activities League (PAL Center) to support community engagement through the Friendly Acres Neighborhood Association.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding will foster neighborhood organizing, leadership development, and stronger police‑community relationships.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Measure K Grant to Redwood City Police Activities League for Neighborhood Programs” was adopted.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
The Board approved a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $28,000 to All Five to expand onsite early childhood mental health support.
What's happening
Why it matters
Enhanced services will help young children access mental health care early, supporting development and family stability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Measure K Grant to All Five for Early Childhood Mental Health Services” was adopted.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
The Board introduced and adopted an ordinance adding Chapter 4.128 to the County Code, prohibiting the sale and distribution of kratom and 7‑hydroxymitragynine products.
What's happening
Why it matters
The ban aims to protect public health by restricting access to substances with potential abuse risk.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Ban Sale and Distribution of Kratom and 7‑OH Products” was adopted.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
The Board authorized the County Executive to submit grant applications to the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for up to $759,000 in Emergency Management Performance Grants.
What's happening
Why it matters
Grants will fund preparedness activities that protect residents during disasters.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Emergency Management Grant Application for FY 2025‑2027” was approved.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
The Governing Board approved a $3,116,611 agreement with Ghilotti Construction for County Service Area 7 water system pipeline improvements, with authority for change orders up to $311,661.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improved water infrastructure enhances reliability and service for affected communities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Measure K Grant to Ghilotti Construction for Water System Pipeline Improvements” was approved.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
Council will approve a license agreement with the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department to use Laurelwood Park open space for annual wildland refresher training.
City Council will consider adopting a resolution that prohibits the use of city-owned facilities for civil immigration enforcement.
The council considered a proclamation declaring April 12‑18, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.
Commission reviewed the 2025‑26 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, covering risks like earthquakes, floods, wildfires, and sea‑level rise. The discussion highlighted community input on priorities.
The Council will receive a staff report and public comments about upcoming collective bargaining with SEIU Local 521 and AFSCME Local 829.
What's happening
Why it matters
Public feedback can shape the city’s negotiating position, affecting employee wages, benefits, and ultimately city services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the public comment portion of the meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Public input on upcoming labor negotiations” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
Board will receive a report from the County Executive, Sheriff, Custody Health Services, and Technology Services on the status of jail reform efforts.
What's happening
Why it matters
Updates the public on changes to jail operations that affect safety and inmate welfare.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting to hear the report.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Report on Jail Reform Efforts” was direction provided.
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
Contract amount increased by $2,438,000 to $2,718,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Expands critical emergency medical capabilities, improving response for severe health emergencies.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street or join via Zoom link provided in the meeting notice.
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments at the meeting or email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Approve ECMO PRN contract amendment for emergency transport services” was approved with amendments.
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
The committee received a report from the County Executive on the jail facility transformation process.
The committee received the Office of the Sheriff’s 2025 Annual Use of Force Report and may forward any recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
The committee received a report from the Office of Correction and Law Enforcement Monitoring about the status of jail reform efforts.
The council will receive updates from the Child Abuse Prevention Council.
The committee received a report from the County Executive on funding for the Office of Gender‑Based Violence Prevention support services.
The committee received a report from the Office of the Public Defender and the District Attorney about the Mental Health Arraignment Court program.
The committee received a semi‑annual report on inmate grievances from the Office of the Sheriff and Custody Health Services.
The committee heard announcements from the Public Safety and Justice Department Head and the courts.
The committee received a report from the Probation Department on juvenile custodial grievances for the period July 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.
The Board, acting as Governing Board of the Fair Oaks Sewer Maintenance District, will adopt a resolution approving amendments to agreements for transmission of sanitary sewage and for sanitary sewerage treatment capacity rights with the Town of Woodside and the City of Redwood City.
What's happening
Why it matters
The agreements ensure continued sewer service and capacity for the Fair Oaks district, affecting wastewater management for residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom link: https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/94546018155
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email your comment to boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Decision update
The Board approved a resolution amending the sanitary sewage transmission agreement with the Town of Woodside and the sanitary sewerage treatment capacity agreement involving the Town of Woodside and the City of Redwood City.
Decided Apr 7, 2026.
