San Mateo County public safety decisions

Jan27Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Proclamation designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Supervisors Jackie Speier and Ray Mueller presented a proclamation naming January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The Board adopted the proclamation.

PassedJan 27Public SafetyNo comment option listed

What's happening

Supervisors Jackie Speier and Ray Mueller presented a proclamation naming January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The Board adopted the proclamation.

Why it matters

Raises community awareness and encourages coordinated efforts to prevent human trafficking.

Who is affected

All County residentsVictims of trafficking

How to act

Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.

Email: Not listed in the source document.

Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.

Jan 27, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 4, 2026, 3:56 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The item “Proclamation designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month” was adopted.

Decided Jan 27, 2026.

Jan27Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Vote on $62,000,000 public works job order contracts

The Board will vote to adopt a construction task catalog and authorize multiple job order contracts for general construction, mechanical works, roofing, flooring, plumbing, electrical, painting, and hazardous materials. The contracts cover up to $62,000,000 in total obligations for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJan 27Public Safety

Jan27Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Vote on Epic Systems amendment to expand electronic health record

The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing amendments to agreements with Epic Systems Corporation and Epic Hosting LLC to expand the county’s electronic health record system to additional divisions, increasing fiscal obligations by $21,620,589 and $2,983,000 respectively.

Vote scheduled Jan 27Comment period has passedJan 27Public Safety

What's happening

The Board will adopt a resolution authorizing amendments to agreements with Epic Systems Corporation and Epic Hosting LLC to expand the county’s electronic health record system to additional divisions, increasing fiscal obligations by $21,620,589 and $2,983,000 respectively.

Why it matters

The expansion will improve health data sharing and patient care across more county health services.

Who is affected

county health patientshealthcare providerstaxpayers

How to act

Attend: Attend in person or via Zoom (ID 960 6981 2042).

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Submit written comments referencing this agenda item by the deadline.

Jan 27, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jun 15, 2026, 6:12 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The item “Approve Epic Systems amendment to expand electronic health record” was adopted.

Decided Jan 27, 2026.

Jan27Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Grant $50,000 to NAMI San Mateo for mental-health education programs

The Board will adopt a resolution to award a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $50,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) San Mateo County to expand free mental‑health education and support programs.

Vote scheduled Jan 27Comment period has passedJan 27Public Safety

What's happening

The Board will adopt a resolution to award a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $50,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) San Mateo County to expand free mental‑health education and support programs.

Why it matters

Funding will increase access to evidence‑based mental‑health resources for residents across the county.

Who is affected

individuals with mental health needsfamiliescommunity organizations

How to act

Attend: Join the meeting in person or via Zoom (ID 960 6981 2042).

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Email written comments that mention this agenda item by the deadline.

Jan 27, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jun 15, 2026, 6:12 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The item “Grant $50,000 to NAMI San Mateo for mental‑health education programs” was adopted.

Decided Jan 27, 2026.

Jan13Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Measure K grant to Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation for survivor scholarships

The Board approved a one‑time grant of up to $100,000 to the Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation. The money will establish scholarship endowments for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

PassedComment period has passedJan 13Public Safety

What's happening

The Board approved a one‑time grant of up to $100,000 to the Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation. The money will establish scholarship endowments for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Why it matters

Scholarships help survivors pursue education and rebuild their lives, promoting safety and economic stability.

Who is affected

Survivors of domestic violenceSurvivors of human traffickingStudents seeking higher education

How to act

Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Submit written comments by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.

Jan 13, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 4, 2026, 3:57 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Denied

The Board rejected the proposed Measure K grant of up to $100,000 to the Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation, so the grant will not be made.

Decided Jan 13, 2026.

Jan13Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Resolution opposing offshore oil and gas leasing program

The Board adopted a resolution expressing strong opposition to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s proposed 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and directed the President to submit a comment letter.

PassedComment period has passedJan 13Parks & Environment

What's happening

The Board adopted a resolution expressing strong opposition to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s proposed 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and directed the President to submit a comment letter.

Why it matters

Opposing offshore drilling helps protect coastal environments and local economies that depend on tourism and fishing.

Who is affected

Coastal residentsEnvironmental groupsTourism businesses

How to act

Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Email written comments by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.

Jan 13, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 4, 2026, 3:57 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution expressing strong opposition to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s proposed 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program and directed the President of the Board to submit a comment letter.

Decided Jan 13, 2026.

Jan13Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Measure K grant to Empower San Mateo for community resource centers

The Board approved a one‑time grant of up to $10,000 to Empowerment Through Action. The money will support the Empower San Mateo initiative to build community resource centers.

PassedComment period has passedJan 13Public Services

What's happening

The Board approved a one‑time grant of up to $10,000 to Empowerment Through Action. The money will support the Empower San Mateo initiative to build community resource centers.

Why it matters

Resource centers provide services such as job training, health information, and social support, benefiting local residents.

Who is affected

Residents of San Mateo CountyCommunity service users

How to act

Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person or via Zoom.

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Send written comments by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.

Jan 13, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 4, 2026, 3:57 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The Board adopted a resolution authorizing a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $10,000 to Empowerment Through Action for its Empower San Mateo initiative and directed the County Executive (or designee) to execute the grant agreement.

Decided Jan 13, 2026.

Jan8Thu

Parks CommissionSan Mateo County

Election of 2026 Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Commission members will vote to select the Chair and Vice Chair for 2026. This is listed as an action item on the agenda.

Awaiting official resultComment period has passedJan 8Public Safety

Jan6Tue

Board of SupervisorsSan Mateo County

Reappointments to San Mateo Health Commission

The Board reappointed Kenneth Tai, M.D. and Amira Elbeshbeshy to the San Mateo Health Commission for four‑year terms ending December 31, 2029.

PassedComment period has passedJan 6Public Safety

What's happening

The Board reappointed Kenneth Tai, M.D. and Amira Elbeshbeshy to the San Mateo Health Commission for four‑year terms ending December 31, 2029.

Why it matters

The Health Commission guides county health policies, impacting public health services and programs.

Who is affected

public health officialscounty residentshealthcare providers

How to act

Attend: Zoom link https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/94218900993 or in‑person at 500 County Center, Redwood City.

Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org

Submit comment: Email written comments by the deadline indicated for the agenda item.

Jan 6, 2026, 9:00 AMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: high

Posted Jul 4, 2026, 3:58 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:16 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The Board approved a recommendation reappointing Kenneth Tai, M.D., as the physician representative for a third term and Amira Elbeshbeshy as the public at‑large member for a full term on the San Mateo Health Commission, each serving until December 31, 2029. This action is final.

Decided Jan 6, 2026.

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Public Safety

Proclamation designating January 2026 as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Adopted

Vote on $62,000,000 public works job order contracts

Vote on Epic Systems amendment to expand electronic health record

Adopted

Grant $50,000 to NAMI San Mateo for mental-health education programs

Adopted

Measure K grant to Ariana Mae Hatami Foundation for survivor scholarships

Denied

Resolution opposing offshore oil and gas leasing program

Approved

Measure K grant to Empower San Mateo for community resource centers

Adopted

Election of 2026 Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Reappointments to San Mateo Health Commission

Approved