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Police, fire, emergency response, disaster planning, and neighborhood safety.
Commission will recommend the City Council adopt General Plan amendments affecting Public Safety, Built Environment, and Building Community elements.
Adopt a resolution recommending the City Council adopt General Plan amendments to Public Safety, Built Environment, and Building Community Elements.
The Council will vote to approve a four‑year agreement with Priority 1 Public Safety Equipment Installation, Inc. for vehicle equipment and upfitting services.
The City proposes a four‑year agreement with Priority 1 Public Safety Equipment Installation, Inc. to supply specialized equipment and upfitting for police and fire vehicles.
The council will vote to approve a letter responding to the San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury report on ALPR cameras.
The City proposes to add $950,000 to the contract, bringing the total not‑to‑exceed amount to $3,664,310.
Approve the successor MOU with IAFF Local 2400 for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029.
Council received an update on the Redwood Shores Sea Level Rise Protection Project.
The city and IAFF Local 2400 have a tentative MOU for July 1 2026 through June 30 2029.
Council will rescind the City’s “Oppose Unless Amended” position on State bill SB 1164 (Cervantes) Elections.
What's happening
Why it matters
The City’s official position can influence how legislators view Redwood City’s priorities and may affect future state policy that impacts local elections.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the council meeting in person at 1017 Middlefield Road or via Zoom (Meeting ID 994 8182 5639).
Email: council@redwoodcity.org
Submit comment: Email council@redwoodcity.org with the agenda item number in the subject line before the meeting.
Decision update
The item “Change City stance to neutral on SB 1164 elections” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Aug 24, 2026.
City Council is asked to approve an agreement with EKI Environment & Water, Inc. for design services.
City staff will meet with labor negotiators from the San Mateo County Firefighters International Association of Firefighters Local 2400.
A closed‑session meeting will be held to discuss labor negotiations with the San Mateo County Firefighters and International Association of Firefighters Local 2400.
The council will hold a closed session to discuss information about a threat to critical infrastructure related to cybersecurity, as required by California Government Code Section 54957(a)(1).
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.
Council will vote to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Communications Products Agreement with Motorola Solutions, Inc.
The council will hold a public hearing on the smoking ordinance.
Council will hold a public hearing, waive the second reading, and adopt an ordinance that repeals existing tobacco retail permits and flavored tobacco bans, and instead adopts San Mateo County regulations.
Council held a public hearing, waived the second reading, and adopted an ordinance that repeals the city’s tobacco retail permits and related flavored‑tobacco restrictions, instead adopting the San Mateo County ordinance by reference.
Council will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations for city employees.
What's happening
Why it matters
Labor negotiations affect city workers' pay and benefits, influencing city services and budget.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at Council Chambers, 1017 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, or via Zoom link.
Email: council@redwoodcity.org
Submit comment: Send email to council@redwoodcity.org indicating the agenda item number in the subject line.
Decision update
The City Council voted 6‑0‑1 to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, which included a closed‑session discussion of labor negotiations. The motion passed, making the consent items final and authorized.
Decided May 18, 2026.
The City Council will vote to approve an amendment extending the animal control services agreement with San Mateo County to June 30, 2029.
Amendment extends the agreement with the County of San Mateo for animal control services for three more years, ending June 30, 2029.
