Brisbane public meetings in 2023
151 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
IDEA Committee
The regular meeting of the Brisbane IDEA Committee scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss property negotiations and legal matters. This includes discussions regarding real property terms of payment and pending litigation.
- Negotiation of payment terms for approximately 29,000 square feet west of South Hill Drive with BLT Enterprises
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one anticipated litigation case
- Conference with legal counsel regarding pending litigation: County of San Mateo, Town of Atherton, City of Brisbane, et al vs Monsanto Company, Solutia, Inc., Pharmacia, LLC and DOES 1-100 (Case No: 22CIV1667)
City Council
The City Council will conduct an election for a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The meeting includes the administration of the oath of office for these positions and recognition of outgoing Mayor Madison Davis.
- Election of New Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Administration of Oath of Office of Newly Elected Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- Recognition of Outgoing Mayor Madison Davis
- Acceptance of Annual Report of Development Impact Fees for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2023
- Review of City's Investment Report for October 2023
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Open Space and Ecology Committee will review the minutes from the October 25, 2023 meeting. The agenda also includes an annual waste diversion presentation by Teresa Montgomery of SSF Scavenger Co.
- Approval of October 25, 2023, meeting minutes
- Annual waste diversion presentation by Teresa Montgomery, SSF Scavenger Co
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee is reviewing an investigation into a Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2023 Work Plan.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
- Review of 2023 Work Plan
- Approval of November 1, 2023 minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to receive citizen communications and discuss potential improvements for Community Park.
- Discussion regarding improvements for Community Park
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss preliminary zoning ordinance amendments regarding Senate Bill SB 9 (2021). The agenda also includes a review of the 2024 Workplan and the approval of October 26, 2023 meeting minutes.
- Discussion of Preliminary Zoning Ordinance Amendments for Compliance with Senate Bill SB 9 (2021)
- Review of the 2024 Workplan
- Approval of draft meeting minutes from October 26, 2023
- Cancellation of December 14 and December 28, 2023 regular meetings
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to develop a City Manager profile. This process involves working with executive search firm Teri Black & Company.
- Workshop to develop a City Manager profile with Teri Black & Company
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meetings scheduled for November 9, 2023, and November 23, 2023, have been cancelled. The next special meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2023.
- Cancellation of November 9, 2023 meeting
- Cancellation of November 23, 2023 meeting
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will review images for the Hydrant Project and discuss potential placement locations within Brisbane. The meeting includes an offsite visit to view possible sites for hydrant groupings. The committee will also approve minutes from the October 30, 2023, meeting.
- Review of images and discussion of future placement for the Hydrant Project
- Offsite visit to potential hydrant grouping locations in Brisbane
- Approval of October 30, 2023, meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Festival of Lights Subcommittee will discuss the event scheduled for December 3, 2023. The meeting also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion regarding the December 3, 2023, Festival of Lights
City Council
The Brisbane City Council is convening a closed session meeting to address legal matters. The agenda includes approving the closed session agenda and conferring with legal counsel about one case of existing litigation.
- Approval of the Closed Session Agenda
- Conference with legal counsel regarding County of San Mateo, et al. v. Monsanto Co., et al. (No. 22-CIV-01667)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop regarding the selection process for the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. This selection is scheduled to occur at a Special Meeting on December 14, 2023.
- Workshop on selecting Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
City Council
The City Council will consider introducing a Dark Sky Ordinance regarding outdoor lighting standards. The meeting also includes discussion on adopting an Affordable Housing Strategic Plan. Additionally, the Council may approve a public art contract and road repair project amendments.
- Introduction of Dark Sky Ordinance (estimated cost over $1M)
- Adoption of an Affordable Housing Strategic Plan
- $75,000 contract award to NINE dot ARTS for Public Art Master Plan
- Amendment to SB 1 road repair project list using $104,377 in revenues
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee is scheduled to evaluate recent events, including the Film Shorts Festival and Día de los Muertos. The committee will also review its draft work plan and community goals. Additionally, members will discuss upcoming announcements such as the Festival of Lights.
- Evaluation of Film Shorts Festival for United Against Hate Week
- Evaluation of Día de los Muertos Event
- Review of IDEA Committee draft work plan and community goals
- Proposed cancellation of the December 20 meeting
- Approval of September 20 and October 18 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meetings scheduled for Thursday, November 9, 2023, and Thursday, November 23, 2023, have been cancelled. The next special meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 5, 2023.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the former Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) list to consider prioritization for recommendations to the City Council. The meeting also includes a presentation on Senior Programs and a discussion regarding 2024 goal-setting.
- Review of Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) List
- Senior Programs presentation
- Discussion of 2024 goal-setting approach
- Festival of Lights Subcommittee report
- Public Art Advisory Committee report
City Council
The City Council will hold a closed session for real property negotiations. The discussion involves terms of payment for approximately 29,000 square feet of land located west of South Hill Drive with BLT Enterprises.
- Real property negotiation for approximately 29,000 square feet west of South Hill Drive
- Discussion regarding terms of payment involving BLT Enterprises
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution to certify Clayton Holstine as Interim City Manager. The council will also receive information regarding a playground resurfacing project using state grant funds.
- Resolution certifying the appointment of Clayton Holstine as Interim City Manager
- Resolution to amend the Master Pay Schedule
- Playground Resurfacing Project utilizing State Proposition 68 per capita grant funds
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The committee will discuss the investigation into a Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane. The agenda also includes approval of meeting minutes from October 4, 2023. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
- Approval of October 4, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will meet to conduct interviews with three firms regarding the City's Public Art Master Plan. The committee will also review and approve the minutes from the September 18, 2023 meeting.
- Interview Nine dot Arts for the Public Art Master Plan
- Interview Designing Local for the Public Art Master Plan
- Interview Gail M. Goldman Associates for the Public Art Master Plan
- Approve September 18, 2023 meeting minutes
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will review its draft work plan and community goals. The committee is also scheduled to evaluate city events including Day in the Park, United Against Hate Week, and Día de los Muertos.
- Review of Draft Work Plan and Community Goals/Results
- Evaluation of Day in the Park Tabling
- United Against Hate Week review
- Día de los Muertos review
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 12, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 26, 2023.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review previous event debriefs and discuss aquatics programs. Members will also review the Capital Improvement Projects list for potential additions or deletions.
- Presentation on Aquatics Programs
- Event Debrief: Coastal Clean Up
- Event Debrief: Day in the Park and Derby
- Review of former P&R Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) List
City Council
The City Council will meet to approve several construction contracts, including projects for the Lower and Upper Visitacion Overlay. The agenda also includes a draft ordinance regarding Transportation Demand Management requirements.
- Construction contract for Lower Visitacion Overlay to G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc. for $245,000
- Construction contract for Upper Visitacion Overlay to Radius Earthwork for $219,174
- One-year extension with Granicus for short term rental monitoring services for $11,430.37
- Ordinance waiving second reading concerning the timing of off-site improvements construction
- Introduction of a draft ordinance amending Chapter 10.52 to incorporate Transportation Demand Management requirements
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee will review the September 6, 2023, meeting minutes. The committee is also investigating a Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the 2023 Derby and Day in the Park. This meeting is being held by the Derby and Day in the Park Subcommittee.
- Discussion of 2023 Derby and Day in the Park
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 28, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2023.
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Committee will hear a presentation regarding residential electrification and available supporting programs. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 23, 2023, meeting.
- Presentation on residential electrification and supporting programs
- Approval of August 23, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
This is a closed session meeting for the Brisbane City Council. The agenda focuses on personnel matters regarding the City Manager position.
- Personnel matters regarding the City Manager
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss several municipal code updates and administrative resolutions. Key actions include a proposed ordinance regarding tobacco retailer permits and a resolution for the 2023/24 fiscal year business license tax on recycling establishments.
- Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 8.44 of the Brisbane Municipal Code regarding tobacco retailer permits
- Resolution establishing the Business License Tax on Recycling Establishments for Fiscal Year 2023/24
- Resolution authorizing applications for CalRecycle grants and payment programs
- Revisiting the Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Process
- Introduction of an ordinance concerning the timing of off-site construction improvements
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will review the draft work plan, community goals, and results. The committee is also scheduled to review city events for the #WeAreBrisbane series.
- Review of Draft IDEA Work Plan and Community Goals/Results
- Review of Day in the Park tabling on October 7th
- Review of National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
- Review of United Against Hate Week and youth mural project
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will review proposals for a Public Art Master Plan to provide direction. The committee will also discuss the condition of hydrants and next steps for Firth Park. Approval of the July 17, 2023, meeting minutes is also on the agenda.
- Reviewing proposals for a Public Art Master Plan
- Discussing hydrant conditions and future placement opportunities
- Discussing next steps for Firth Park
- Approval of July 17, 2023, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 28, 2023.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and receive presentations regarding Club Lipman and Youth & Adult Sports. Discussion items include summer highlights, a debrief of Concerts in the Park, and an update on the Sierra Point Open Space and Parks process.
- Presentation: Michelle Chan – Club Lipman
- Presentation: Ricardo Monroy – Youth & Adult Sports
- Old Business: Summer Highlights
- Old Business: Concerts in the Park Debrief
- Old Business: Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Process Update
City Council
The Liaison to the Park & Recreation Commission Subcommittee will review annual highlights and program statistics. During a closed session, members will discuss and select the 2023 Volunteer of the Year.
- Review of P&R Annual Highlights and Program Stats
- Selection of 2023 Volunteer of the Year
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session meeting to address several liability claims and legal matters. This includes discussions regarding claims from Rees, Allstate (Rees), and McCormick. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated and pending litigation.
- Liability claim: Rees
- Liability claim: Allstate (Rees)
- Liability claim: McCormick
- Conference regarding anticipated litigation
- Conference regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority
City Council
The City Council will review several municipal code amendments regarding water conservation and tobacco retailer permits. The agenda also includes discussions on event co-sponsorships, public art proposals, and a funding agreement for fiber optic installation on Bayshore Blvd.
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 8.41 of the Brisbane Municipal Code regarding Water Conservation
- Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 8.44 regarding Tobacco Retailer Permits
- Funding agreement for initial installation of conduit and fiber optic liners in Bayshore Blvd
- Phase 3 Proposal Package for Privately Installed Public Art
- Event co-sponsorship applications for Halloween, Anniversary, Half Marathon, and 2023 Regatta events
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The OSEC Events Subcommittee will discuss planning for a booth at Day in the Park. The committee will also consider additional events scheduled for 2023.
- OSEC Day in the Park booth plans
- Additional 2023 events
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee will review the investigation of the Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane. The meeting also includes a review of the August 2, 2023, minutes.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
City Council
The Affordable Housing Subcommittee will meet to review the Draft Affordable Housing Strategic Plan. The meeting includes a roll call and provisions for remote participation by City Councilmembers.
- Review of the Draft Affordable Housing Strategic Plan
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the 2023 Derby and Day in the Park. The meeting also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of the 2023 Derby and Day in the Park
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two development projects. These include a permit for school bus parking and an office trailer at 5 Beatty Ave, as well as a storage yard expansion at 3708 Bayshore Boulevard.
- Permit for approximately 199 school buses and an office trailer at 5 Beatty Ave
- Expansion of contractor's storage yard at 3708 Bayshore Boulevard
- Approval of May 25, 2023, and June 8, 2023, meeting minutes
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The committee will discuss using goats to address gorse at the west end of Crocker Trail. The meeting also includes an annual presentation on the Building Efficiency Program and a response to a Little Hoover Commission report regarding SB 1383.
- Discussion of goats for gorse control at Crocker Trail
- Building Efficiency Program annual presentation
- Response to Little Hoover Commission’s report on SB 1383
- Approval of July 26, 2023 minutes
City Council
The Brisbane Public Art Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2023.
- Cancellation of the August 21st Public Art Advisory Committee meeting
City Council
The Brisbane City Council has issued a notice of cancellation for its regular meetings scheduled for July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2023.
- Cancellation of July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 meetings
IDEA Committee
The committee will approve minutes from June 21 and July 19, 2023. Members will also review #WeAreBrisbane series events, including a recap of the Giants game night. A report on Aging Friendly Cities is scheduled.
- Approval of June 21 and July 19, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of Brisbane Community Night at the Giants Game recap
- United Against Hate Week and youth mural project review
- Aging Friendly Cities report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 10, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 24, 2023.
City Council
The Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss the community planning process for the former Bank of America branch at 70 Old County Road. The agenda also includes an economic development update and consideration of remote attendance requests.
- Community planning process for 70 Old County Road
- Economic Development Update
- Remote attendance requests under AB 2449
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will discuss planning for #WeAreBrisbane events for the years 2023 and 2024. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items, including public comment and approval of the agenda.
- Planning #WeAreBrisbane events for 2023 and 2024
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Derby and Day in the Park Subcommittee meeting scheduled for August 7, 2023, is cancelled. The date of the next hybrid meeting is to be determined.
- Cancellation of the Derby and Day in the Park Subcommittee meeting
City Council
The Brisbane City Council has issued a notice of cancellation for its regular meetings scheduled for July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on September 7, 2023.
- Cancellation of July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 meetings
- Next regular meeting scheduled for September 7, 2023
City Council
The Affordable Housing Subcommittee will review the Bridge Ground Release expiration or renewal for Visitacion Garden Senior Housing. The committee may also consider requests from City Councilmembers to attend meetings remotely under AB 2449.
- Review of Visitacion Garden Senior Housing Bridge Ground Release expiration/renewal
- Consideration of remote attendance requests for Councilmembers under AB 2449
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee will review the minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss an investigation into the Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
- Approval of June 7, 2023 minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 10, 2023.
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Open Space and Ecology Committee will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes an update on Quarry Development and discussions regarding the tree inventory project and Day in the Park booth.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Quarry Development update
- Day in the Park booth
- Tree inventory project and outreach
- Approval of May 24, 2023 minutes
City Council
The Brisbane City Council has issued a notice of cancellation for its regular meetings scheduled for July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2023.
- Cancellation of July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 meetings
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will meet to approve minutes from the May 17, 2023 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to review upcoming events for the #WeAreBrisbane series.
- Review of Brisbane Community Night at the Giants Game on August 11
- Approval of May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
Public Art Advisory Committee
The committee will review a proposed private art installation project to consider a recommendation to the City Council. Members will also continue discussions regarding the relocation of the Plug Preserve and potential opportunities at Firth Park.
- Review of Proposed Private Art Installation Project from Phase 3
- Discussion regarding the relocation of the Plug Preserve
- Discussion of potential opportunities at Firth Park
- Approval of June 26, 2023, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Brisbane Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 27, 2023.
- Cancellation of the July 13, 2023, meeting
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will debrief the Garden Tour and offsite facilities tour. The meeting includes a review of the National Parks & Recreation Month calendar of events. Additionally, the Commission may consider cancelling the August 9, 2023, meeting to align with Council recess.
- Garden Tour debrief
- Offsite facilities tour debrief
- National Parks & Recreation Month calendar of events
- Potential cancellation of the August 9, 2023 meeting
- Subcommittee reports
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The committee will discuss plans for a booth at OSEC Day in the Park. Members will also discuss upcoming events scheduled for 2023.
- OSEC Day in the Park booth plans
- Additional 2023 events
- Remote attendance requests under AB 2449
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews of executive search firms. The council intends to consider selecting a firm to manage the recruitment process for the position of City Manager.
- Interviews of executive search firms
- Selection of an executive search firm to recruit a City Manager
City Council
The Brisbane City Council has issued a notice of cancellation for its regular meetings scheduled for July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2023.
- Cancellation of July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 meetings
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Brisbane Complete Streets Safety Committee scheduled for July 05, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 2, 2023.
- Cancellation of July 05 meeting
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will meet to select executive search firms to be interviewed. The council will also consider requests from members to attend the meeting remotely under AB 2449.
- Selection of executive search firms for interviews
- Consideration of remote attendance requests under AB 2449
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding a master fee schedule and local stormwater program fees. Additionally, the council will review contracts for storm drain cleaning and fiber optic installation.
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 annual budget
- $1.7 million estimated contract for storm drain cleaning
- $831,924 estimate for fiber optic facility installation
- $475,000 funding agreement for Central Brisbane Stairway Additions Project
- Public hearing on Local Stormwater Program Fees
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission's Events Subcommittee is meeting to discuss 2023 events. The agenda also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of 2023 events
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will discuss the relocation of the Plug Preserve and receive an update on the Public Art Master Plan RFP. The committee will also review AB 2449 and approve minutes from the May 1, 2023 meeting.
- Discussion regarding relocation of the Plug Preserve
- Update on the Public Art Master Plan RFP
- Approval of May 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Review of AB 2449
IDEA Committee
The committee is meeting to evaluate the May 20, 2023, AAPI Heritage Month Celebration. Additionally, members will review upcoming city events for the #WeAreBrisbane series calendar.
- Evaluation of the May 20, 2023, AAPI Heritage Month Celebration
- Review of upcoming city events for the #WeAreBrisbane series calendar
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2023/24 budget and a new pilot program for the Got Wheels! transportation service. The council will also consider amending electric vehicle charging requirements for new multifamily residential developments.
- Expanded Got Wheels! pilot program with a $12,000 budget
- Ordinance to amend EV charging infrastructure requirements for new multifamily development
- Contract with Millbrae Community Television for broadcasting services
- City appointment to BAWSCA and RFA Boards
- 2023/24 Budget Workshop
Parks and Recreation Commission
The meeting consists only of an offsite tour of various city facilities. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Tour of Community Pool, Lipman Gym, Field, Tennis Courts, and Firth Park
City Council
The Brisbane School District and City of Brisbane subcommittee will review their ongoing partnership. The agenda also includes considering requests for councilmembers to attend meetings remotely under AB 2449.
- Review of the partnership between Brisbane School District and the City of Brisbane
- Consideration of remote attendance requests under AB 2449
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss preliminary zoning ordinance amendments related to SB 478 compliance, housing element implementation, and zoning cleanup. The commission will also consider adopting a revised resolution regarding off-street parking modifications.
- Preliminary Zoning Ordinance Amendments for SB 478 compliance and zoning cleanup
- Adoption of revised Resolution 2023-DP-1/2023-UP-3 regarding off-street parking modifications
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the 2023 Derby and Day in the Park. The agenda also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of the 2023 Derby and Day in the Park
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session to address specific legal matters. The council will review a liability claim involving Claimant O’Boyle and confer with counsel regarding litigation against the CA High-Speed Rail Authority.
- Liability claim involving Claimant O’Boyle
- Litigation: City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority (Case No. 80004010)
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing up to $5,500,000 in lease revenue bonds for tenant improvements at 25 Park Place. If approved, the council may also authorize a $3,174,000 construction contract for administrative offices and a $314,104.40 task order for remodeling services.
- Authorization of up to $5,500,000 in lease revenue bonds for 25 Park Place
- $3,174,000 construction contract for Brisbane Administrative Offices with Argo Construction, Inc.
- $314,104.40 task order for 25 Park remodel management services
- Public Art Master Plan RFP up to $75,000 with a $15,000 contingency
- Land management and permitting system vendor selection with implementation costs up to $650,000
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a project at 25 Visitacion Ave. The proposal involves demolishing an existing commercial building to construct a two-story, 4,078 square foot mixed-use structure. This includes a 734 square foot storefront and a single-family dwelling unit with an attached accessory dwelling unit.
- Public hearing for 25 Visitacion Ave development
- Recognition of former Planning Commissioner Napallo Gomez
- Approval of April 13, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The Transportation Demand Management Subcommittee will meet to review a draft ordinance regarding transportation demand management. The agenda also includes consideration of requests for councilmembers to attend the meeting remotely.
- Review of Draft Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Ordinance
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission Events Subcommittee will meet to discuss 2023 events. The provided agenda contains no other specific items for discussion or decision.
- Discussion of 2023 events
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Open Space and Ecology Committee will discuss the Brisbane Acres Vegetation Management Plan Review. The committee is also scheduled to provide comments on the Baylands EIR Notice of Preparation. An update regarding Quarry Development will be presented.
- Brisbane Acres Vegetation Management Plan Review
- Baylands EIR Notice of Preparation comments
- Quarry Development update
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session meeting on May 18, 2023. The agenda includes an employee performance evaluation for the City Manager and discussions regarding pending and anticipated litigation.
- City Manager performance evaluation
- Liability claim involving claimant O’Boyle
- Litigation: City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority
- Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the 2023-2031 Housing Element of the General Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on sea level rise resiliency at Sierra Point and prioritizing Measure K funding requests.
- Amendment of the 2023-2031 Housing Element
- Public Art Master Plan RFP up to $75,000
- Recology Brisbane's 4.64% rate increase
- Ordinance amendment for 'Stopping, Standing and Parking'
- Measure K funding request prioritization
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will meet to plan a cultural celebration for AAPI Month. The committee also plans to develop the 2023 calendar for the #WeAreBrisbane series. Additionally, the meeting includes introducing new members and approving minutes from the April 19, 2023, meeting.
- Planning for a Cultural Celebration of AAPI Month
- Planning for the 2023 #WeAreBrisbane Series calendar
- Introduction of new Committee Members
- Approval of April 19, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Art Advisory Committee
The regular meeting of the Brisbane Public Art Advisory Committee scheduled for May 15, 2023, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2023, at 4:30pm.
- Cancellation of the May 15, 2023, meeting
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Commission will discuss recommendations for the Master Fee Schedule Review. A presentation is scheduled regarding youth programs, including Club Rec, Summer Preview, and Preschool. Members will also discuss ideas for National Parks and Recreation Month.
- Master Fee Schedule Review and Recommendations
- Youth Programs presentation (Club Rec/Summer Preview/Preschool)
- National Parks and Recreation Month planning
- Selection of locations for June facilities tour
- Subcommittee reports on Public Art, LUNAFEST, Events, and Facilities
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will meet in closed session to approve the agenda and confer with legal counsel. The meeting includes discussions regarding two specific cases of pending litigation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority
- Conference with legal counsel regarding BRE SH Brisbane Owner, LLC v. City of Brisbane
City Council
The council will review the mid-year FY23 budget report and consider a resolution to amend it. The agenda also includes a construction contract for Crocker Trail Resurfacing and updates on water and sewer service charges. Additionally, the council will discuss Measure K funds from San Mateo County.
- $795,510.15 construction contract for Crocker Trail Resurfacing
- 3.90% rate increase for South San Francisco Scavenger Company
- Resolution for city street slurry seals funded by Senate Bill 1
- Mid-year FY23 budget report and amendment resolution
- Business license tax for Kinder Morgan/SFPP liquid storage facilities
City Council
The Sierra Point Parkway Design Guidelines Subcommittee will discuss the Hotel/Biotech project and its impact on nearby city-owned property. The meeting also includes consideration of requests for remote attendance under AB 2449.
- Discussion of Hotel/Biotech project impacts on adjacent city-owned property
- Consideration of remote attendance requests under AB 2449
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee Events Subcommittee is meeting to plan the #WeAreBrisbane Series celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month on May 20, 2023. The committee will review artists, food, drinks, giveaways, and shirts for the event.
- Review of artists for the May 20th celebration
- Review of food, drinks, and giveaways
- Review of #WeAreBrisbane shirts
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The committee will discuss the investigation into a residential parking permit program for Central Brisbane. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 5, 2023, meeting.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
- Approval of April 5, 2023, minutes
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Public Art Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Phase 3 regarding a proposed private art installation. The meeting also includes a quarterly public art fund report and a final RFP review before recommendation to Council. Additionally, members will discuss art implementation guidelines and small-scale projects.
- Presentation from Phase 3 regarding a proposed private art installation
- Quarterly Public Art Fund Report
- Final RFP review and process schedule before recommendation to Council
- Review of art implementation guidelines
- Discussion of small-scale project list
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Recreational Facilities Subcommittee will discuss park areas and indoor facilities. The meeting also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion regarding park areas and indoor facilities
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 11, 2023.
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Open Space and Ecology Committee will discuss the formation of subcommittees for specific environmental reviews. These groups would focus on the Baylands Specific Plan and future Environmental Impact Reports (EIR). The committee will also consider subcommittees for Quarry Development and EIR reviews.
- Formation of subcommittee(s) for review of Baylands Specific Plan and future EIR
- Formation of subcommittee(s) for future review of Quarry Development and EIR
- Approval of March 22, 2023, meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission's Events Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the schedule of events for 2023. The agenda also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of 2023 events
- Citizen communications
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session meeting on April 20, 2023. The council is scheduled to address a liability claim involving State Farm (Khan).
- Liability claim: State Farm (Khan)
- Approval of the closed session agenda
City Council
The City Council will hold a continued public hearing regarding a resolution for water and sewer rate increases. The council will also consider an ordinance amending the Building Efficiency Program in the municipal code. Additionally, members will review minutes from previous meetings and approve a co-sponsored workshop.
- Resolution for water and sewer rate increases and 25% low-income assistance discount rate
- Ordinance amending Brisbane Municipal Code regarding Building Efficiency Program
- Approval of Tai Chi Chuan Workshop featuring Master Yang Jun
- Introduction of ordinance conforming sewer and water charges to approved rates
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee is meeting to discuss plans for a cultural celebration of AAPI Month. The agenda also includes introducing new committee members and approving minutes from the February 15, 2023, special meeting.
- Discussion of planning for an AAPI Month cultural celebration
- Introduction of new committee members
- Approval of minutes from the February 15, 2023, special meeting
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes a review of the Master Fee Schedule and facility rental comparisons. Additionally, the Commission will introduce the new Recreation Coordinator.
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
- Master Fee Schedule Review and facility rental comparison
- Introduction of new Recreation Coordinator, Angela Rodas
- Subcommittee reassignments
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Committee will review a draft Request for Proposal for the City of Brisbane’s Public Art Master Plan. Members will also appoint a new Chair and Vice-Chair. Additionally, the committee will acknowledge Danette Davis and Beth Grossman for their service.
- Review of draft Request for Proposal for the Public Art Master Plan
- Appointment of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
- Approval of March 20, 2023, meeting minutes
- Recognition of Danette Davis and Beth Grossman for committee service
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two interim use permit applications in the Baylands area. These items involve extending a contractor's storage yard and continuing lumber storage.
- Public hearing for 11-B Industrial Way to extend a contractor's storage yard permit for up to five years
- Public hearing for 600 Tunnel Ave to continue lumber storage by Golden State Lumber
- Approval of February 23, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council
The subcommittee will receive a project update on the Affordable Housing Strategic Plan. Members will also discuss the type and location of an affordable housing project. Additionally, the committee will review the Bridge Ground Release expiration or renewal for Visitacion Garden Senior Housing.
- Affordable Housing Strategic Plan project update
- Discussion regarding an affordable housing project's type and location
- Review of Visitacion Garden Senior Housing Bridge Ground Release expiration/renewal
City Council
The City Council will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation. The discussion involves the case of City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding water and sewer rate increases and a 25% discount rate for low-income assistance. The council will also discuss recommendations for a residential parking permit program in Central Brisbane.
- Resolution for water and sewer rate increase
- Settlement Agreement with BRE SH Brisbane Owner LLC (Homewood Suites Hotel)
- Proposed Residential Parking Permit Program for Central Brisbane
- Ordinance amending the Building Efficiency Program
- Resolutions regarding building permit technician pay schedule
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee will review the minutes from the March 1, 2023, meeting. The committee is also scheduled to hold a discussion regarding the 2023 Work Plan.
- Approval of March 1, 2023, minutes
- Discussion of the 2023 Work Plan
City Council
The subcommittee will consider various funding options for the City Hall Annex located at 25 Park Place. The agenda also includes a procedural item regarding remote attendance requests under AB 2449.
- Funding options for the City Hall Annex at 25 Park Place
- Remote attendance requests under AB 2449
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 23, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 13, 2023.
- No items listed due to cancellation
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The committee will discuss a review of the Baylands Specific Plan. Members will also consider a resolution supporting SB 252, which requires CalPERS and CalSTRS to divest from fossil fuels.
- Review of Baylands Specific Plan
- Resolution of support for SB 252 regarding fossil fuel divestment
City Council
The Infrastructure, Franchise, and Utilities Subcommittee will meet to consider consultant proposals for Park and Recreation Facility Assessments. The subcommittee may also address requests for councilmembers to attend the meeting remotely under AB 2449.
- Consultant proposals for Park and Recreation Facility Assessments
- Requests for remote attendance by Councilmembers under AB 2449
City Council
The City Council will conduct interviews for applicants to the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) Committee and the Public Art Advisory Committee. Following these interviews, the Council will consider making appointments to fill various terms on both committees.
- Interviews for IDEA Committee terms through January 2024 and 2025
- Appointments for IDEA Committee terms through January 2024 and 2025
- Interviews for Public Art Advisory Committee terms through January 2025
- Appointments for Public Art Advisory Committee terms through January 2025
Public Art Advisory Committee
The committee will review RFP samples to begin framing a Public Arts Master Plan RFP for Brisbane. Members will also discuss approaches for identifying project fee structures and consider ideas for small interim projects.
- Reviewing RFP samples for a Public Arts Master Plan
- Discussing approach for identifying project fee structures
- Considering ideas for small interim projects
- Approval of meeting minutes from December 5, 2022, January 23, 2023, and February 27, 2023
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission Events Subcommittee will discuss the schedule for 2023 events. The agenda also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of 2023 events
City Council
The council will consider authorizing the submission of 2022 progress reports for the General Plan and Housing Element to state agencies. The agenda also includes a presentation on fentanyl overdose prevention and a letter of support regarding state budget shortfalls.
- San Mateo County Health presentation on preventing fentanyl overdoses
- Submission of 2022 Annual General Plan Progress Report
- Submission of 2022 Annual Housing Element Progress Report
- Letter of support for property tax in lieu of vehicle license fee shortfall
- Designation of agent for emergency response reimbursement
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Concerts in the Park Subcommittee will discuss the details and logistics for the 2023 Concert Series. The meeting also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of 2023 Concert Series details and logistics
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission's Seniors Subcommittee is meeting to discuss senior programs. The agenda also includes a period for citizen communications.
- Discussion of senior programs
IDEA Committee
The Brisbane IDEA Committee meeting scheduled for March 15, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on April 19, 2023.
- Cancellation of the March 15, 2023, regular meeting
Planning Commission
This notice is a procedural cancellation of the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 9, 2023. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, March 23, 2023.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a presentation on Silverspot Cooperative Nursery School. The meeting also includes a report from the March 4, 2023, commission retreat and the adoption of the 2023 commission calendar.
- Presentation regarding Silverspot Cooperative Nursery School
- Report from the March 4, 2023, Commission retreat
- Adoption of the 2023 Commission calendar
- Subcommittee reports on concerts and public art
City Council
The City Council will hold a closed session meeting to discuss legal and labor matters. The agenda includes a conference with legal counsel regarding pending litigation and a meeting with a labor negotiator for the IAFF.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding BRE SH Brisbane Owner, LLC v. City of Brisbane
- Conference with labor negotiator for IAFF
City Council
The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session meeting on March 2, 2023. The agenda includes a conference with legal counsel concerning one case of pending litigation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority (Superior Court of Sacramento County)
City Council
The City Council will review a second reading of zoning text amendments for the Sierra Point Commercial District. The agenda also includes a proposal for Ample Battery to lease city-owned parking spaces for EV battery changing stations.
- Zoning text amendment for the Sierra Point Commercial District (SP-CRO)
- Proposed lease of city parking spaces to Ample Battery for EV battery changing stations
- $55,000 contract amendment with ECONorthwest for a commercial linkage fee study update
- Ordinance amending the Brisbane Municipal Code regarding sewer system joint laterals
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The committee will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and discuss the 2022 Work Plan. Members will also review a residential parking permit agenda report.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of residential parking permit agenda report
- Discussion of 2022 Work Plan
- Approval of February 1, 2022 minutes
City Council
The Infrastructure, Utilities & Franchise Subcommittee will receive an update on the Crocker Park Trail Resurfacing Project. The subcommittee will also hold a discussion regarding the 25 Park Place Project.
- Update on the Crocker Park Trail Resurfacing Project
- Discussion of 25 Park Place Project
Public Art Advisory Committee
The committee will review new in-person meeting rules following AB 2449. Members will also discuss takeaways from interviews with representatives from several other cities and determine next steps for framing a Request for Proposal.
- Review of AB 2449 in-person rules
- Debrief of interviews with officials from Belmont, San Diego, South San Francisco, Berkeley, and Pasadena
- Determination of next steps for framing an RFP
- Approval of November 21, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a grading review for the Bay Trail extension at 1000 Marina. The commission will also consider a five-year permit extension for vehicle storage at 575-B Tunnel Road.
- Grading review for Bay Trail extension at 1000 Marina involving soil cut, fill, and export
- Five-year extension of interim use permit for vehicle storage at 575-B Tunnel Road
- Approval of January 12 and January 26, 2023 meeting minutes
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Open Space and Ecology Committee will discuss a response to a Biden Administration climate declaration letter. The meeting also includes discussions on Dark Skies Certification and the 2023 Draft Work Plan. Additionally, the committee will approve minutes from January 25, 2023.
- Biden Admin Response to Climate Emergency Declaration letter discussion
- Dark Skies Certification discussion
- 2023 Draft Work Plan review
- Approval of January 25, 2023 minutes
Zoning Administrator
The Zoning Administrator will conduct a public hearing regarding a minor modification request for 77 Golden Aster Court. The proposal includes backyard landscaping and the construction of a covered patio. This project would increase the site's lot coverage by 138 square feet.
- Minor modification at 77 Golden Aster Court for landscaping and a covered patio
- Increase in lot coverage by 138 sq ft at 77 Golden Aster Court
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding zoning text amendments for the Sierra Point Commercial District. The agenda also includes an ordinance introduction to update sewer system regulations and a lease amendment for 25 Park Place.
- Zoning text amendment for Sierra Point Commercial District (SP-CRO)
- Ordinance introduction regarding sewer system municipal code updates
- First Amendment to Lease for property at 25 Park Place
- Request for donations and sponsorships for 2023 Summer Concerts in the Park
- Amendments to Public Works Maintenance worker job descriptions
City Council
The Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss the community planning process for the former Bank of America branch and accompanying parcels at 70 Old County Road. The subcommittee will also receive an economic development update.
- Community planning process discussion for 70 Old County Road
- Economic Development Update
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will receive presentations regarding AB 2449 and City Council goals and results. The committee will also consider a request for a Holi celebration.
- Presentation on AB 2449 and meeting conduct through February 28, 2023
- Presentation on City Council Goals/Results
- Request for Holi Celebration
- Approval of January 18, 2023, special meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Brisbane Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 9, 2023, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 23, 2023.
- Notice of cancellation
Parks and Recreation Commission
This agenda consists only of a notice of cancellation for the February 8, 2023, Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2022.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission's Events Subcommittee is meeting to discuss upcoming events for 2023. The agenda also includes a 'Good of the Order' session.
- Discussion of 2023 events
City Council
The City Council will meet in closed session to approve the agenda and confer with legal counsel. The meeting includes discussions regarding two cases of pending litigation.
- Litigation: BRE SH Brisbane Owner, LLC v. City of Brisbane
- Litigation: City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element to meet state-mandated housing projections through construction, rehabilitation, and conservation. The council will also discuss applying for wildfire prevention grant funding and age-friendly community certification.
- Adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element
- Resolution amending Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic job descriptions
- Application for Age Friendly Communities certification
- Resolution for California Climate Investments (CCI) Fire Prevention Grant funding
City Council
The Brisbane and Brisbane School District 2 x 2 Subcommittee is meeting to review the Joint Powers Agreement with new members. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Guadalupe Quarry Redevelopment Project and workforce housing.
- Review of JPA with new members
- Guadalupe Quarry Redevelopment Project
- Workforce Housing
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee will review and discuss the 2022 Work Plan and new Brown Act provisions. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 9, 2022.
- Review and discussion of the 2022 Work Plan
- Review of new Brown Act provisions
- Approval of January 9, 2022, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development items. These include a zoning text amendment for the Sierra Point Commercial District and permit extensions for projects on Visitacion Avenue and Sierra Point Parkway.
- 36-month extension of design and use permits for a four-unit mixed-use building at 213 Visitacion Avenue
- Design permit to extend rooftop screen for mechanical equipment at 2000 Sierra Point Parkway
- Zoning text amendment to update research and development provisions in the Sierra Point Commercial District
Open Space and Ecology Committee
The Committee will discuss the revised 2023 Draft Work Plan and the Dark Skies Certification. The agenda also includes a review of new Brown Act provisions and approval of minutes from November 30, 2022.
- Discussion of Revised 2023 Draft Work Plan
- Dark Skies Certification Discussion
- Review of New Brown Act Provisions
- Approval of November 30, 2022 minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission Events Subcommittee will meet virtually to discuss 2023 events. The agenda contains no other substantive items beyond procedural matters.
- Discussion of 2023 events
Public Art Advisory Committee
The Committee will review minutes from September 2022 meetings. A representative from South San Francisco’s Cultural Arts Commission will also present information regarding their Public Art Master Plan process.
- Presentation on South San Francisco's Public Art Master Plan process
- Approval of September 26, 2022, and September 27, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider a memorandum of understanding regarding the Brisbane History Collection and Library History Room. The agenda also includes receiving fire and life safety inspection reports and approving December 2022 meeting minutes.
- Memorandum of Understanding for Brisbane History Collection and Library History Room
- 2022 Annual Mandated Fire and Life Safety Inspections report
- November 2022 Investment Report acceptance
- Lunar New Year proclamation
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss details and logistics for the 2023 Concert Series. The agenda also includes Good of the Order.
- Logistics for the 2023 Concert Series
IDEA Committee
The IDEA Committee will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also consider an administrative policy regarding flag display procedures and schedules.
- Election of New Chair and Vice Chair
- Consideration of Administrative Policy for Flag Display Procedures and a Flag Display Schedule
- Approval of December 5, 2022, meeting minutes
City Council
The Sierra Point Parkway Park and Open Space Subcommittee will discuss the Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan. This meeting is being held virtually via Zoom.
- Discussion of Sierra Point Open Space and Parks Master Plan
City Council
The Council will consider resolutions regarding remote meetings and the ratification of a local emergency declaration following a December 2022 rain storm. The meeting also includes discussion and approval of county and subcommittee assignments.
- Ratification of local emergency proclamation due to December 31, 2022 rain storm
- Resolution for continued remote City Council meetings
- Approval of County and Subcommittee assignments
- Review of City Council meeting schedule
- Recruitment for committee seats
Planning Commission
The Commission will hold a public hearing for the 2023-2031 Housing Element self-certification and its recommendation to the City Council. The agenda also includes a continued discussion on zoning text amendments for the Sierra Point Commercial District.
- Public hearing: 2023-2031 Housing Element self-certification and adoption recommendation
- Zoning text amendment 2022-RZ-4 for Sierra Point Commercial District
- Approval of December 13, 2022 meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet virtually to discuss scheduling and topics for an upcoming retreat and goal-setting workshop. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the November 9, 2022 meeting and establishing subcommittee meetings.
- Consider dates and topics for Commission retreat/goal setting workshop
- Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Setting Subcommittee meetings
City Council
The regular meeting of the Brisbane City Council scheduled for January 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The provided text consists only of a cancellation notice and information regarding a future special meeting.
Complete Streets Safety Committee
The Complete Streets Safety Committee will discuss an ongoing investigation into a residential parking permit program for Central Brisbane. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the December 7, 2022 meeting. No new business is scheduled for this meeting.
- Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
- Approval of December 7, 2022 meeting minutes