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Police, fire, emergency response, disaster planning, and neighborhood safety.
The City Council will adopt a resolution ratifying the Mayor’s proclamation of a local emergency for the 815 Sea Spray Lane structure fire.
Committee will review the after‑action report on the recent Summer Days heat event.
The Council will adopt a resolution allowing the police department to purchase a one‑year maintenance renewal for its dispatch customer premise equipment from Intrado.
What's happening
Why it matters
It ensures the 9‑1‑1 dispatch system continues to receive calls and texts, protecting public safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 620 Foster City Boulevard or via Zoom at https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594.
Email: Submit written comments to [email protected] at least two hours before the meeting.
Submit comment: Fill out a Request to Speak form during the meeting or email comments referencing agenda item 6.6.
Decision update
The item “Vote on $26,266.89 Police Dispatch Equipment Maintenance Renewal” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Sep 8, 2026.
The City Council will vote to approve plans and specifications for the rear security gates project (CIP 301-707).
The City Council will receive and adopt a report on the August 2, 2026 structure fire at 815 Sea Spray Lane.
Council will consider a proclamation naming September 2026 as National Emergency Preparedness Month.
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.
City Council will adopt a resolution ending the local emergency declared after the March 19 cyber attack.
What's happening
Why it matters
It ends emergency powers, returns normal operations, and signals recovery of city services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link provided.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Email comments by 4:00 p.m. on July 20 2026.
Decision update
The City Council unanimously adopted the resolution terminating the proclamation of a local emergency related to the cybersecurity event. This action is final.
Decided Jul 20, 2026.
The Estero Municipal Improvement District Board adopted the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan.
Council held closed‑session conferences with legal counsel regarding three lawsuits: Rosario Rodela Solaita v. Foster City, Tuilatai Sabastiano Sevelo Jr. v. Foster City, and County of San Mateo et al. v. State of California.
The council will authorize the mayor to contract with CDW Government LLC to buy mobile data computers for police patrol cars, costing $67,339.23.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides police with updated technology to improve public safety and response efficiency.
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 “Purchase of police mobile data computers ($67,339.23)” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council held a public hearing to consider the Gilead Campus Expansion master plan, including a second addendum, mitigation monitoring, a zoning map amendment to allow biotech R&D uses, and a parking agreement with Gilead Sciences.
What's happening
Why it matters
The project would bring new biotechnology research facilities, jobs, and changes to land use and parking in the Chess Drive area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Written comments can be emailed by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting
Decision update
The item “Consider Gilead Campus Expansion (up to 800,000 sf) and related zoning changes” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council will consider an ordinance to amend Chapter 17.78 of the zoning code to align local ADU rules with state law.
Legal counsel will discuss three ongoing lawsuits involving the city, including federal and state cases.
What's happening
Why it matters
Litigation can affect city finances and policy decisions, though details are not public.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not open to public; summary may be released later.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not applicable.
Decision update
The Authority Governing Board adopted its FY 2026‑27 budget and approved the closed‑session agenda items concerning existing litigation matters. The adoption is final.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Estero Municipal Improvement District will approve a one‑year extension of its rate‑assistance program for water and wastewater customers, ending June 30, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
Continues financial help for qualifying water customers, preventing higher bills.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom or in‑person meeting attendance.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments referencing the agenda item before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Extend Water/Wastewater Rate Assistance Program through 2027” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution temporarily closing sections of Shell Boulevard and Balclutha Drive for the Fourth of July event.
Council and the EMID Board will adopt resolutions approving a MOU with the Foster City Police Officers Association effective July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
Council will adopt a resolution amending the agreement with San Mateo County for animal control services for a three‑year term starting July 1, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
The amendment continues city‑wide animal control, affecting public safety and animal welfare services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Email comments to publiccomment@fostercity.org before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Approve amendment to animal control services agreement” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided Jun 1, 2026.
The City provides in‑person, Zoom, and written options for public comment. Written comments must be emailed by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
The regular meeting of the Traffic Review Committee set for May 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered on that date.
The Planning Commission heard public testimony and adopted several resolutions recommending city council approval of a master‑plan environmental impact report, a zoning map amendment, a specific development plan for Phase 1, a parcel map change, and a parking agreement for Gilead’s proposed 800,000‑sq‑ft research campus. The items were presented as a combined public hearing.
The Board will authorize the President to execute Contract Amendment No. 1 with CD & Power for $13,412.63.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures reliable backup power for lift stations, preventing wastewater service interruptions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via the Zoom link provided.
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by email before 4:00 p.m. on May 18, 2026, indicating agenda item 6.6.
Decision update
The item “Approve Contract Amendment for Emergency Generator Replacement ($13,412.63)” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 18, 2026.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation declaring the week of May 10–16, 2026 as National Police Week and May 15, 2026 as Peace Officers' Memorial Day.
What's happening
Why it matters
It honors local police officers, recognizes their service, and commemorates those who have died or been injured on duty.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 620 Foster City Blvd or via Zoom link https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/82592136594
Email: publiccomment@fostercity.org
Submit comment: Submit written comments by 4:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to publiccomment@fostercity.org; live verbal comments can be made during the meeting using Zoom raise hand feature.
Decision update
The item “Proclamation declaring National Police Week and Peace Officers' Memorial Day” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 4, 2026.
The Council may adopt a resolution renewing Ordinance No. 647 that governs the police department’s acquisition and use of military equipment.
What's happening
Why it matters
Sets policy for how police can obtain and deploy military‑grade tools, affecting community safety and oversight.
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 renewing police military equipment ordinance” passed unanimously (5–0–0).
Decided May 4, 2026.
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.
