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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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
City Council will consider adopting a resolution that prohibits the use of city-owned facilities for civil immigration enforcement.
