San Carlos public meetings in 2024

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider two Minor Use Permit requests. These requests involve the expansion of a brewery and the addition of instructional services at a multitenant building.

• 815 Cherry Lane (Blue Oak Brewery): Request for Minor Use Permit for expansion and outdoor dining
• 1021 Howard Avenue (My Swing Studio): Request for Minor Use Permit for instructional services

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will receive an introduction to the Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project. The body will also review subcommittee updates regarding sustainability, transportation, and community events.

• Presentation on Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project
• Discussion on Alameda Pathway Proposal
• Review of 2025 Sustainability subcommittee goals
• Planning for Finals and Fries event (December 16-18)
• Updates on Intergenerational Prom

The Youth Advisory Council approved minutes from its October 9, 2024 meeting. Members received a presentation on the City's Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform project, which aims to modernize parking policies and reduce car dependency. The council also heard reports on upcoming youth events, subcommittee activities, and a new intergenerational prom planned for 2025. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting (motion by Cecily Mock, seconded by Eva Greenebaum)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent calendar to waive reading of all ordinances and approve the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It will adopt a resolution accepting the Certificate of the Chief Elections Officer and the Statement of Votes from the November 5, 2024 general municipal election, declaring the results. The council will also reorganize by seating the newly elected City Treasurer and councilmembers, presenting to retiring Councilmember Ronald Collins, and calling for nominations for a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. No action will be taken on agenda‑setting items.

• Motion to waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar)
• Approve the November 12, 2024 City Council regular meeting minutes
• Adopt resolution accepting the election certificate and vote statement for the November 5, 2024 election
• Seat newly elected City Treasurer
• Call for nominations for new Mayor and Vice Mayor

The City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, adopted Resolution 2024-131, and seated newly elected officials. In reorganization, Sara McDowell was elected Mayor and Pranita Venkatesh as Vice Mayor, both by unanimous votes. The meeting also honored retiring Councilmember Ronald Collins.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-131 accepting election results (5-0)
• Seated Inge Tiegel Doherty as City Treasurer
• Seated Neil Layton as City Councilmember
• Elected Sara McDowell as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Pranita Venkatesh as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including November 12, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will review the Public Art Task Force's recommendation to add selected artists to an artist rotation program. A presentation on athletics will be given by the Recreation Coordinator. The meeting will also approve the minutes from October 2, 2024, and set the next meeting for February 5, 2025.

• Consider recommendation of selected artists for artist rotation program (New Business)
• Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024
• Athletics presentation by Holly Gonzales, Recreation Coordinator
• Reports on Parks & Recreation programs, services, and capital improvement project updates
• Agenda setting items: review proposed 2025 meeting schedule; consider public art recommendation

The San Carlos Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission approved a motion to accept the Public Art Task Force's recommendation of selected artists for the Artist Rotation Program. The motion passed unanimously, 5-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting, with one abstention, and received updates on athletics programs and upcoming community events.

• Approved recommendation of selected artists for Artist Rotation Program (5-0)
• Approved minutes of October 2, 2024 meeting (4-0-1, Lee abstained)

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider approving childcare grant requests and appropriating additional funds to increase childcare spaces. The Council will also discuss a resolution stating a position of no confidence in San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus.

• Approve Childcare Grant Requests and Appropriation
• Resolution of No Confidence in Sheriff Christina Corpus
• Storm Drain Improvement Project contract ($154,620)
• Landslide repair at 995 Crestview Drive ($20,000)
• Landslide repair at 3144 Brittan Avenue ($50,000)

The City Council adopted Resolution 2024-130 stating no confidence in Sheriff Christina Corpus and calling for her resignation, passing 5-0. The council also approved $250,000 in additional childcare grant funding (4-0-1, with Councilmember Venkatesh recused) and approved the consent calendar items 5-0.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-130: No confidence in Sheriff Christina Corpus, calling for resignation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-129: Approved childcare grant requests and appropriated $250,000 to the Childcare Grant Program (4-0-1, Venkatesh recused)
• Approved consent calendar items a-k, including resolutions on development impact fees, financial reports, and various contracts (5-0)
• Denied claim of Thomas Feledy (consent calendar item g)
• Approved $154,620 contract for storm drain improvement design services with Schaaf & Wheeler (Resolution 2024-124)
• Approved $20,000 and $50,000 appropriations for landslide repairs at 995 Crestview Drive and 3144 Brittan Avenue (Resolutions 2024-125, 2024-126)
• Approved $25,000 increase to Chrisp Company contract for traffic striping (Resolution 2024-127)
• Approved updated Elected Officials Salary and Benefit Resolution (Resolution 2024-128)

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will consider a request to create four attached townhome units with covered parking. The body will also discuss a local roadway safety plan and hold a study session on parking reform and transportation demand management.

• Public hearing for 782 Elm Street: request for a Vesting Tentative Map for four attached townhome units
• Discussion of the San Carlos Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Study Session for the Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved a Vesting Tentative Map for a four-unit townhome building at 782 Elm Street, with a 4-0-1 vote. The commission also approved a resolution recommending City Council adoption of the Local Roadway Safety Plan and Vision Zero goals. A study session on the Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project was held with no formal action.

• Approved Vesting Tentative Map for 4-unit townhome at 782 Elm Street (4-0-1)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council adoption of Local Roadway Safety Plan and Vision Zero goals (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting (4-0-1)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council will approve minutes from its October 9 meeting and receive several reports and presentations, including updates on library events, sustainability, transportation, and community‑engagement projects. The council will also introduce and review the work plan for the Agents of Discovery online application to be used during the Centennial celebrations. No formal decisions beyond discussion and approval of minutes are indicated.

• Approve minutes from the October 9, 2024 Youth Advisory Council meeting
• Receive presentation from the San Carlos Library Youth Center on upcoming events
• Update on the sustainability video project from the Sustainability subcommittee
• Review agenda and registration for the December 16‑18 Finals & Fries event
• Introduce and review the Agents of Discovery work plan and timeline

The Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from its October 9 meeting. Members reported on upcoming volunteer events, subcommittee projects, and updates from City Council meetings regarding water rates and downtown improvements. No new ordinances or budget allocations were voted on by the Youth Council itself.

• Approved minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting
• Reported City Council approval of short-term pilot for food delivery/ride-share
• Reported proposed $1.5M downtown implementation phase 1a/1b
• Discussed potential termination of Social Media Subcommittee due to low commitment
• Planned Finals and Fries event for Dec 16-18 (cancellation if low registration)
• Drafted proposal for wooden staircase on Alameda de las Pulgas path

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss funding the San Carlos School District’s crossing guard program and establishing official city flags. The body is also reviewing several contracts for citywide banners and transportation services.

• Proposed funding of $296,917.65 for the San Carlos School District’s Crossing Guard Program (FY 2024-25)
• Contract with Sierra Display, Inc. for decorative banners not to exceed $206,000
• Contract with Sierra Installations, Inc. for banner storage and installation not to exceed $161,269
• Amendment to Kimley-Horn Associates, Inc. agreement increasing annual not-to-exceed amount to $2,000,000
• Approval of specifications for Illuminated Street Name Sign Replacement Project C1712

The City Council adopted Resolution 2024-120 establishing official city flags, with an amendment designating the centennial City Seal as the official flag. It also adopted Resolution 2024-121 to fully fund the San Carlos School District's Crossing Guard Program for FY 2024-25 at a total cost of $296,917.65. Both motions passed unanimously 5-0. The consent calendar, including contracts for street sign replacement, decorative banners, and traffic engineering services, was also approved.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-120 establishing official city flags, with centennial City Seal as official flag (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-121 fully funding San Carlos School District Crossing Guard Program at $296,917.65 for FY 2024-25 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items a-h, including Resolution 2024-115 for illuminated street name sign replacement bids
• Authorized $206,000 contract with Sierra Display, Inc. for citywide decorative banners (Resolution 2024-116)
• Authorized $161,269 contract with Sierra Installations, Inc. for banner storage and installation (Resolution 2024-117)
• Adopted CEQA transportation significance criteria (Resolution 2024-118)
• Increased Kimley-Horn on-call traffic agreement to $2,000,000 (Resolution 2024-119)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider two resolutions: one to approve a pilot program designating short‑term parking locations in downtown San Carlos for food‑delivery and rideshare services, and another to authorize the City Manager to amend the professional services agreement with WRT, Inc. for additional consulting on the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan Phase 1 design drawings. The meeting also includes a consent calendar to waive reading of all ordinances and approve the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes, as well as agenda‑setting for a future study on downtown parking enforcement.

• Motion to waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar).
• Approve the September 23, 2024 City Council regular meeting minutes.
• Resolution to adopt a pilot program for short‑term parking locations in downtown for food‑delivery and rideshare services.
• Resolution authorizing amendment to the professional services agreement with WRT, Inc. for additional consulting on the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan Phase 1 design engineering drawings.
• Agenda‑setting to consider a study session on downtown parking enforcement and potential.

The San Carlos City Council unanimously approved a pilot program designating short-term parking spots in downtown for food delivery and rideshare services, and authorized an amendment to the WRT, Inc. contract for design engineering drawings for Phase 1 of the Downtown Specific Plan. Both motions passed 5-0. The council also directed staff to adjust barriers, provide parking enforcement stats, reassess time limits, and include ADA and employee parking info in communications.

• Approved Resolution 2024-113 for downtown short-term parking pilot (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-114 amending WRT, Inc. contract for Phase 1 design drawings (5-0)
• Directed staff to reposition barriers at 700 block entrance
• Directed staff to provide current short-term parking enforcement statistics
• Directed staff to reassess downtown time-limited parking
• Directed staff to include ADA and employee parking info in pilot communications
• Agendized future study session on downtown parking enforcement

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will approve the September 24, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission will hear a high‑level presentation on the General Plan reset. Commissioners will review the draft timeline and action‑ranking exercise for the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan. They will discuss selecting ten small businesses for the 2024 Business Spotlight.

• Approval of the September 24, 2024 EDAC meeting minutes
• General Plan Reset Presentation – high‑level overview
• Review of the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan timeline and draft action ranking
• Discussion on selecting 10 small businesses for the 2024 Business Spotlight
• Public comment on items not on the agenda

The commission received presentations on the General Plan reset and the draft 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan, including an action-ranking exercise. They discussed criteria for selecting 10 businesses for the 2024 Business Spotlight, reaching consensus on highlighting community-positive businesses. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and discussion-focused.

• Approved September 24, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Sailesh/Madhura)
• Discussed General Plan reset presentation (no action)
• Reviewed 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan draft actions and ranking (no action)
• Discussed 2024 Business Spotlight selection criteria (consensus, no formal vote)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss several administrative items, including a professional services agreement amendment and a property-related promissory note. The body will also receive reports on traffic signal projects and a presentation on CalWater's rate setting process.

• Amendment to professional services agreement with Perkins & Will for the Northeast Area Specific Plan in the amount of $50,000
• Resolution forgiving a promissory note and executing a deed of reconveyance for 1244 Cherry Street
• Report on the status of City of San Carlos Traffic Signal Master Plan Projects
• Presentation from CalWater on their rate setting process
• Discussion on potentially agendizing a study session for downtown parking enforcement

The San Carlos City Council approved the consent calendar (4-0-1, with Councilmember Rak absent), which included approving meeting minutes, accepting commission reports, authorizing a $50,000 amendment to the Perkins & Will agreement for the Northeast Area Specific Plan, forgiving a promissory note for 1244 Cherry Street, and canceling the December 23, 2024 meeting. The council also tabled a proposed study session on downtown parking enforcement to the next meeting due to Councilmember Rak's absence. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included proclamations, a CalWater rate presentation, and a traffic signal master plan report.

• Approved consent calendar items a-f (4-0-1)
• Approved $50,000 amendment to Perkins & Will agreement for Northeast Area Specific Plan (Resolution 2024-112)
• Forgave promissory note and authorized deed of reconveyance for 1244 Cherry Street (Resolution SA-022)
• Authorized cancellation of December 23, 2024 City Council meeting
• Tabled downtown parking enforcement study session item to next meeting

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a study session to discuss various issues and topics affecting the city, but no decisions or actions will be taken. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as a call to order, pledge of allegiance, public comment limited to two minutes per speaker, and adjournment.

• Call to Order
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Public Comment (max 2 minutes per speaker)
• Study Session – discussion of issues and topics, no action
• Adjournment

The City Council held a study session to discuss various issues but took no formal action. Council agreed to keep commission term limits as-is, directed staff to meet with Belmont officials about the Four Corners Project, and requested a cost-benefit report on an Asset Management System. They also expressed interest in studying an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District and a potential bond measure.

• Commission term limits kept at two three-year terms
• Directed staff to meet with Belmont on Four Corners Project
• Requested cost-benefit report on Asset Management System
• Agreed to study Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District
• Agreed to consider bond measure for large projects
• Directed staff to agendize childcare presentation from Buildup San Mateo County
• Agreed to keep StreetSaver settings as-is
• Directed staff to add gateway feature to potential allocation list

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to coordinate upcoming community events and review subcommittee progress. The body will discuss the use of the Agents of Discovery application to engage youth with local nature and history.

• Introduction of Agents of Discovery application for Centennial celebrations
• Planning and volunteer roles for the Halloween Haunted House at the Youth Center
• Scheduling for climate interview video project filming
• Review of youth-related items from City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning and Transportation Commission meetings
• Laurel Street Cleanup at Harrington Park on October 16

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from its September 11, 2024 meeting. The council received reports on upcoming events, including the Art & Wine Faire, Haunted House, and Generation Buddies, and heard updates from the Youth Liaison on City Council, Parks and Recreation, and Planning and Transportation actions. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes from September 11, 2024 meeting (motion by Dylan Karmin, second by Connor Huh)

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will approve minutes from August 5 and August 13, 2024, and elect a chair and vice‑chair. A public hearing will consider a Conditional Use Permit request for veterinary services in an existing multi‑tenant building at 360 Industrial Road (APNs 046‑054‑440, 046‑054‑450). The commission will also receive reports on recent City Council actions and staff updates, followed by a public comment period.

• Approve minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting
• Approve minutes from the August 13, 2024 special meeting
• Elect Planning and Transportation Commission Chair
• Elect Planning and Transportation Commission Vice‑Chair
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for veterinary services at 360 Industrial Road (APNs 046‑054‑440, 046‑054‑450)

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit allowing VCA Animal Hospital to operate veterinary services in an existing multi-tenant building at 360 Industrial Road. The decision was unanimous (5-0) and is subject to a 10-day appeal period ending October 17. The commission also approved minutes from two prior meetings and elected Kristen Clements as Chair and Ellen Garvey as Vice Chair.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for veterinary services at 360 Industrial Road (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 5, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 13, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Elected Kristen Clements as Commission Chair (5-0)
• Elected Ellen Garvey as Commission Vice Chair (5-0)

Two Plus Two Joint City/School Committee Meeting

The San Carlos Joint City/School Committee will meet to discuss several coordination items. The agenda includes updates on school-related measures and infrastructure projects.

• Measure H
• Safe Routes to School
• Alameda de las Pulgas Corridor Improvement Project update
• Centennial Celebration

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will approve minutes from June 5 and August 7, 2024. It will hear presentations on personal and family development and on watershed management and maintenance. The commission will vote to appoint a commissioner to the Downtown Advisory Committee (DTAC). It will also receive a report on the Parks & Recreation program and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve Updated Meeting Minutes of June 5, 2024
• Approve Meeting Minutes of August 7, 2024
• Presentation: Personal & Family Development by Janet Guerry
• Presentation: Watershed Management & Maintenance
• Appointment of a Parks, Recreation & Culture Commissioner to the Downtown Advisory Committee (DTAC)

The commission appointed Bob Bollier to serve on the Downtown Advisory Committee (DTAC) in a 4-0-1 vote. It also approved corrected minutes from June 5 and August 7, 2024, each by a 3-0-2 vote. Presentations covered watershed management and recreation updates, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Bob Bollier to Downtown Advisory Committee (4-0-1)
• Approved corrected June 5, 2024 minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved corrected August 7, 2024 minutes (3-0-2)

Economic Development Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will approve the August 27 2024 meeting minutes, hear public comments on non‑agenda topics, and present the actions and timeline for the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan, reviewing the 2021‑2024 plan and discussing objectives and focus areas.

• Approval of the August 27 2024 EDAC meeting minutes
• Public comment on items not on the agenda (up to 10 minutes total)
• Presentation of 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan actions and timeline
• General updates including community anecdotes (“Heard on the Street”)
• Future meeting agenda for Oct 22 2024: Economic Development Plan, General Plan Reset presentation, Small Business Spotlight Program

The commission reviewed updates to the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan, discussing priorities for geographic areas and balancing support for small versus large businesses. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was informational, with consensus on prioritizing actions by feasibility and community impact. The commission also discussed community feedback on events like the Wine Walk and festivals.

• Approved August 27, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Rajesh, second by Madhura)

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider approving multiple contracts for public works projects and professional services, as well as extending the temporary downtown parklet program. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an ordinance expanding the definition of firearms.

• Award $665,299.60 contract for Highlands Park Path Project
• Award $164,000 contract for 2024 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project
• Extend temporary Downtown Parklet Program to September 15, 2025
• Adopt ordinance expanding definition of firearm to include air rifles
• Extend on-call legal services agreement with Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP for $300,000

The San Carlos City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2024-111 endorsing the refined street designs for the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan, directing staff to proceed with preparing the plan. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a new community grant program for the centennial celebration, and several contracts and resolutions.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-111 endorsing refined downtown street designs (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-110 establishing a one-time Centennial Community Grant Program (5-0)
• Adopted consent calendar items a-s, including Ordinance 1620 expanding firearm definition to include air rifles and BB guns (5-0)
• Approved $665,299.60 contract for Highlands Park Path Project with 20% contingency (Resolution 2024-102)
• Approved $164,000 contract for 2024 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project with contingency (Resolution 2024-103)
• Extended on-call legal services agreement with Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP for $300,000 (Resolution 2024-104)
• Extended on-call economic advisory services with RSG for $320,000 (Resolution 2024-105)
• Extended temporary downtown parklet program to September 15, 2025 (Resolution 2024-106)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will review subcommittee reports and discuss upcoming youth events. The council is scheduled to consider appointments for the 2024-2025 Social Media Subcommittee.

• Appointment of the 2024-2025 Social Media Subcommittee
• Discussion of 2024 Haunted House theme
• Review of Fall 2024 donation drive
• Youth Center events: Teen Movie Night (Sept 13) and YC Palooza Dance (Sept 20)
• Youth Liaison assignments for Fall and Winter 2024

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from its August 28, 2024 meeting. The council also received reports on upcoming youth events, including a teen movie night and a dance, and discussed subcommittee activities such as a sustainability video and a Halloween haunted house. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting (motion by Eva Greenebaum, seconded by Zuri Kadiwar)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a closed session. The primary purpose is to discuss the price and terms for specific properties on El Camino Real.

• Closed session regarding property at 676 and 680 El Camino Real (APNs 050-133-340 and 050-133-350)

The City Council met in special session and immediately entered closed session to discuss price and terms for properties at 676 and 680 El Camino Real. No public comment was heard, and no report was given after the closed session. The meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session to discuss property negotiations for 676 and 680 El Camino Real

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will decide on several funding approvals, including library upgrades and facility maintenance. The body will also consider zoning changes for childcare facilities and an ordinance expanding the definition of firearms.

• Appropriating $1,250,000 for library bathroom/kitchen upgrades, solar panel roof upgrades, and parking garage cameras
• Professional services agreement with Comfort International, Inc. for HVAC maintenance at $200,000 annually
• Agreement with Northern Landscape Management, Inc. for Burton Park Infield Renovation not to exceed $150,000
• Ordinance 1619 to allow childcare facilities in RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zoning districts
• Proposed ordinance to expand the definition of firearms to include air rifles and BB guns

The City Council unanimously introduced Ordinance 1620, which expands the definition of firearm to include air rifles, BB guns, and other specified weapons, and amends discharge prohibitions. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including a zoning amendment allowing childcare facilities in certain residential districts, and directed staff to explore safe storage of BB guns and air rifles.

• Introduced Ordinance 1620 expanding firearm definition to include air rifles and BB guns (5-0)
• Adopted consent calendar including Ordinance 1619 allowing childcare facilities in certain residential zones (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 annual HVAC maintenance agreement with Comfort International (consent)
• Approved $150,000 Burton Park infield renovation contract with Northern Landscape Management (consent)
• Denied claims of Rebecca Huerta and Shakuntala Agarwal (consent)
• Appointed Summer Bundy to Planning and Transportation Commission (consent)
• Approved $1,250,000 in library excess funds for capital projects (consent)
• Agendized future discussion on downtown pick-up/drop-off zones and Chamber report

Special Joint Meeting with DTAC, EDAC, PRCC, PTC and YAC

Five city advisory bodies are meeting for a study session. They will receive a presentation on refined street designs, traffic and parking findings, and tradeoffs for the Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan project.

• Presentation on Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan street designs
• Review of traffic and parking key findings and tradeoffs

The San Carlos City Council and advisory bodies held a study session to receive a presentation on refined street designs, traffic and parking findings, and tradeoffs for the Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and feedback. Commissioners and committee members raised questions about parking, pedestrian safety, solar panels, and construction impacts.

• Received presentation on Downtown Specific Plan street designs and traffic findings (no vote)
• No formal actions taken; study session only

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will interview candidates and appoint two new members to the Planning and Transportation Commission, with terms ending June 30, 2027. The council will also consider appointing alternate members and adding applicants to the commission’s eligibility list. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, public comment, and adjournment.

• Interview and appoint two applicants to the Planning and Transportation Commission (term ends June 30, 2027)
• Consider appointing alternate members to the Planning and Transportation Commission
• Add applicants to the Planning and Transportation Commission’s eligibility list

The San Carlos City Council appointed Twisha Anand and David Talgo to the Planning and Transportation Commission for terms ending June 30, 2027, and added Summer Bundy to its eligibility list. The council also appointed Mark Stogner as an alternate to the Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission, added several individuals to eligibility lists, and added Russell A. Bertetta to the Museum of San Carlos History Board's eligibility list. All motions passed unanimously with Councilmember Rak absent and one recusal.

• Appointed Twisha Anand and David Talgo to Planning and Transportation Commission (4-0-1)
• Added Summer Bundy to PTC eligibility list (4-0-1)
• Appointed Mark Stogner as alternate to Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission (4-0-1)
• Added Alexandra Seeber and Elaine Kistenmacher to PR&C eligibility list (4-0-1)
• Added Kelly Choi to Economic Development Advisory Commission eligibility list (4-0-1)
• Added Russell A. Bertetta to Museum of San Carlos History Board eligibility list (3-0-1-1)

Youth Advisory Council - Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to appoint its Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Public Relations Chair for the 2024-2025 term. The council will also review reports on upcoming Youth Center events.

• Appointment of 2024-2025 Chair
• Appointment of 2024-2025 Vice Chair
• Appointment of 2024-2025 Secretary
• Appointment of 2024-2025 Public Relations Chair
• Approval of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council approved minutes from May 8, 2024, and appointed officers for 2024-2025: Sufiya Kaul as Chair, Dylan Karmin as Vice Chair, Connor Huh as Secretary, Ellora Mehta as Public Relations, and Zuri Kadiwar as DTAC Representative. The council also decided to restructure youth liaison responsibilities into a subcommittee with designated reporters and backups. Upcoming events and subcommittee plans were discussed.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2024 meeting
• Appointed Sufiya Kaul as 2024-2025 Chair
• Appointed Dylan Karmin as 2024-2025 Vice Chair
• Appointed Connor Huh as 2024-2025 Secretary
• Appointed Ellora Mehta as 2024-2025 Public Relations
• Appointed Zuri Kadiwar as 2024-2025 DTAC Representative
• Decided to reassign youth liaison responsibilities to a subcommittee with designated reporters and backups

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission is meeting to begin the production of the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan. The body will discuss the plan's timeline, strategic priorities, and focus areas. The meeting also includes a review of community anecdotes and updates.

• Kickoff of the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan
• Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of community anecdotes ('Heard on the Street')

The Commission held a kickoff meeting for the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan. Members discussed re-evaluating geographic focus areas and strengthening ties with the life science sector. The Commission also reviewed city data on workforce, housing, and businesses.

• Approved May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning and Transportation Commission Special Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing on the Alexandria Center for Life Science Project at 987 Commercial Street. The meeting will be conducted in person at City Hall and virtually via Zoom.

• Public hearing on Alexandria Center for Life Science Project
• Remote participation via Zoom
• In-person meeting at City Hall, 600 Elm Street
• Commissioners: Jim Iacoponi, Janet Castaneda, Kristen Clements, Ellen Garvey, David Roof

The Planning and Transportation Commission held a public hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the 987 Commercial Street Alexandria Center for Life Science project, closed the public comment period with a 5-0 vote, and expressed support for the EIR analysis while requesting clarifications on soil issues, construction phases, tree planting, and project benefits. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included updates on the Child Care Grant Program and Downtown Streetscape Survey.

• Closed public comment on the Draft EIR for the Alexandria Center project (5-0)
• Commission expressed support for the EIR analysis and looked forward to the final version

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider items on the consent calendar, including waiving readings, approving recent meeting minutes, and authorizing several contracts and expenditures. Major contracts include a $467,222 library remodel with up to $163,528 contingency (total $630,750), a $125,000 addendum for public records services, and $71,263 change orders for pavement repair, as well as acceptance of the Dartmouth Avenue landslide repair and a zoning map amendment for 244 Club Drive. The council will also hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to permit childcare facilities and consider a resolution to create a childcare grant program funded by impact fees.

• Adopt Resolution awarding Second Floor Library Remodel (Suite 202) Phase II Project #C2316 – authorize $467,222 contract with Dynasel USA and up to $163,528 contingency (total $630,750).
• Adopt Resolution authorizing addendum to Professional Services Agreement with Best Best and Krieger LLP for $125,000 and additional $125,000 budget appropriation.
• Adopt Resolution ratifying $71,263 change orders for 2023 Pavement Crack Seal Project #C9416.
• Adopt Resolution accepting Dartmouth Avenue Landslide Repair Project #C2321.
• Adopt Ordinance 1618 amending zoning district boundary map to pre‑zone 244 Club Drive (APN 049‑050‑070) to RS3 single‑family low density.

The City Council introduced an ordinance to allow childcare facilities in certain residential zoning districts and adopted a resolution establishing a Childcare Grant Program funded by impact fees. Both items passed 4-0-1 with Councilmember Venkatesh recused. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including a library remodel contract and several resolutions.

• Introduced Ordinance 1619 allowing childcare facilities in RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zones (4-0-1, Venkatesh recused)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-093 establishing a Childcare Grant Program with amendments (4-0-1, Venkatesh recused)
• Approved consent calendar including $467,222 library remodel contract (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1618 pre-zoning 244 Club Drive to RS-3 (5-0)
• Denied claims of Matthew Viegas and Elizabeth Musco (5-0)
• Approved $125,000 addendum for Public Records Act services (5-0)
• Ratified $71,263 in change orders for pavement crack seal project (5-0)
• Accepted Dartmouth Avenue Landslide Repair Project (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will discuss new business items, including a proposal to extend pickleball hours at Highlands Park, the rotation and appointment of officers, and appointing two commissioners to the Public Art Task Force. The meeting also includes approval of June 5 minutes, presentations by the Parks & Recreation Foundation and Parks Maintenance, and setting the next meeting date.

• Consider extending pickleball hours at Highlands Park
• Rotate officers and appoint Chair and Vice Chair/Secretary
• Appoint two commissioners to the Public Art Task Force

The commission appointed Julie Lubetkin as chair and John Durkin as vice chair, and reappointed Cecile Lee and Robert Bollier to the Public Art Task Force. It also received updates on the Parks & Recreation Foundation and park maintenance, and discussed extended pickleball hours at Highlands Park. The June 5 meeting minutes were amended and will be reviewed again in October.

• Appointed Julie Lubetkin as chair and John Durkin as vice chair (4-0-1)
• Appointed Cecile Lee and Robert Bollier to Public Art Task Force (4-0-1)
• Amended June 5, 2024 minutes; approval deferred to October 2 meeting

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a scoping meeting for the San Carlos Northeast Area Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report. The body will also consider recommending that the City Council approve an amendment to the General Plan's Circulation and Scenic Highways Element and adopt Transportation Study Guidelines.

• Scoping Meeting for the San Carlos Northeast Area Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report
• Proposed amendment to the Circulation and Scenic Highways Element of the General Plan
• Proposed adoption of Transportation Study Guidelines

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved resolutions recommending that the City Council amend the Circulation and Scenic Highways Element of the General Plan. The Commission also recommended the adoption of new Transportation Study Guidelines. Additionally, the body held a scoping meeting for the Northeast Area Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report.

• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Recommended City Council approve amendment to Circulation and Scenic Highways Element of the General Plan (3-0-2)
• Recommended City Council adopt Transportation Study Guidelines with specific wording change to 'employee or resident' (3-0-2)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a master plan concept for North Crestview Park and a public hearing regarding the annexation of 244 Club Drive. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items involving city service agreements and professional services contracts.

• Master Plan Concept for North Crestview Park
• Annexation of property at 244 Club Drive
• Fire and Emergency Services agreement with Redwood City ($492,026)
• Transportation Demand Management and Parking updates via W-Trans ($622,280 total)
• Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan survey services ($207,529 total)

The San Carlos City Council approved Resolution 2024-085 adopting Master Plan Concept B for North Crestview Park, with direction to add a veterans memorial, war dog history, and an observation deck, and to conduct a public renaming process and include Ohlone Tribe land recognition. The council also approved a 244 Club Drive annexation package: a General Plan land use change to Single Family, Low Density (3DUS/ACRE), pre-zoning to RS-3, and a property tax exchange determination. A 17-item consent calendar passed, including a fire services agreement with Redwood City and a $492,026 one-time payment, a $572,296 transportation/parking consulting contract with W-Trans, and a $332,380 decorative pole banner agreement. A study session on construction time limits and a proposal to study a pellet and air gun ban were discussed, with the gun item directed to a future agenda.

• Approved Resolution 2024-085 adopting Master Plan Concept B for North Crestview Park with a veterans memorial, war dog history, and observation deck (5-0)
• Directed staff to conduct a public process to rename North Crestview Park, considering 'Veterans Memorial Park', and incorporate Ohlone Tribe land recognition
• Approved consent calendar items 'a' through 'p' and adopted Ordinances 1616 and 1617 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-075 authorizing a fire and emergency services agreement with Redwood City for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2027, with a $492,026 one-time FY 2023-24 payment
• Approved Resolution 2024-076 authorizing a $572,296 W-Trans consulting agreement for transportation demand management and parking regulation updates, with a $622,280 not-to-exceed total
• Approved Resolution 2024-081 authorizing a five-year $332,380 agreement with Sierra Display, Inc. for citywide decorative pole banners
• Adopted Resolution 2024-086 changing the 244 Club Drive General Plan land use designation to Single Family, Low Density (3DUS/ACRE) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1618 pre-zoning 244 Club Drive to RS-3: Single Family, Low Density (5-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a Minor Use Permit for an instructional service use. The proposed business is a gymnastics studio located in the MU-DC-100 district.

• Minor Use Permit for a Gymnastics Studio at 745 Laurel Street

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will consider a design review modification for life science research and development buildings at 642 Quarry Road. The agenda also includes a scoping meeting for the 2045 General Plan Reset Environmental Impact Report.

• Design Review Modification for 642 Quarry Road (APN:046-041-038)
• 2045 General Plan Reset Environmental Impact Report scoping meeting
• Summer recess and cancellation of July 1 and July 15 regular meetings
• Study session on Objective Design Standards for Multi-family (RM) and Mixed-use (MU) development

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved a design review modification for two life science research buildings and a parking garage at 642 Quarry Road. The commission also authorized a summer recess, cancelling regular meetings scheduled for July 1 and July 15, 2024. A study session on objective design standards for multifamily development was held, with commissioners emphasizing the need for public engagement.

• Approved Design Review Modification for 642 Quarry Road life science buildings (3-0)
• Approved summer recess and cancellation of July 1 and July 15 meetings (3-0)
• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Held study session on Objective Design Standards for multifamily development

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a Minor Use Permit for the Happy Campers childcare center. The request involves the proposed pick-up and drop-off plan for the facility located at 1776 Laurel Street.

• Minor Use Permit for Happy Campers pick-up and drop-off plan at 1776 Laurel Street

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing regarding increasing wastewater rates for the next three fiscal years. The agenda also includes discussions on downtown street designs and preparations for the November 2024 municipal election. Additionally, several items related to police services and infrastructure projects are up for approval.

• Public hearing on increasing residential and commercial wastewater rates through 2026-27
• Law Enforcement Services Agreement with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office ($12,677,007)
• Early payoff of Library Project bonds to reduce taxpayer rates by 10% in FY 2024-25
• Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School project award ($564,475)
• Notice for the General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024

The San Carlos City Council approved the mid-cycle fiscal year 2024-25 general and non-general fund budgets, endorsed a recommended downtown street design plan for further testing, and scheduled a November 2024 general municipal election including a ballot measure on an appointed City Treasurer. The Council also appointed new Youth Advisory Council members, authorized sewer rate increases, and approved consent calendar items including law enforcement and construction agreements.

• Approved Consent Calendar items a through o including utility exemptions and police contract (5-2)
• Appointed new Youth Advisory Council members for 2024-25 and 2024-26 terms (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-067 endorsing Downtown Advisory Committee recommended street design (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1616 allowing extension or reappointment of term-limited commissioners (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-068 calling for November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election and City Treasurer ballot measure (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-25 Mid-Cycle Budgets with $20,000 addition for open space trail QR codes (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1617 to increase residential and commercial wastewater rates (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Regular Meeting

The Commission will review a report and make recommendations regarding the North Crestview Park Master Plan. Members will also discuss Automated External Defibrillator (AED) locations in parks and an artist for the Utility Box Mural Project. The agenda includes announcements for upcoming summer events at Burton Park and Harrington Park.

• Recommendation of a North Crestview Park Master Plan
• Recommendation of Automated External Defibrillator (AED) locations at parks
• Artist recommendation for the Utility Box Mural Project Student Box
• Request to designate July as Parks & Recreation Month

The Commission recommended a specific master plan for North Crestview Park and approved locations for new AED towers. It also recommended an artist for a utility box mural and requested that City Council designate July as Parks & Recreation Month.

• Recommended North Crestview Park Master Plan Option B with multi-use court without pickleball lines (3-2)
• Recommended 8 locations for Automated External Defibrillator (AED) towers (5-0)
• Recommended Utility Box Mural Project Artist for Student Box (5-0)
• Requested Council designate July as Parks & Recreation Month (5-0)
• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to land use regulations for the RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zoning districts. The proposed changes would allow childcare facilities in certain existing buildings. Staff will also present a 6-month evaluation report on single-family design standards.

• Resolution recommending ordinance amendments to allow childcare facilities in RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zones
• Single-Family Objective Design Standards 6-Month Evaluation Report
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning and Transportation Commission adopted Resolution PTC2024-12, recommending that the City Council introduce an ordinance to amend San Carlos Municipal Code Section 18.04.020 to allow childcare facilities in certain existing buildings within the RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zoning districts. The motion passed 3-0-2, with Commissioners Clements and Roof absent. The Commission also approved the May 20, 2024 meeting minutes 3-0-2 and closed public comment. No public comment was received on the childcare item.

• Adopted Resolution PTC2024-12 recommending City Council allow childcare facilities in certain existing buildings in RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zones (3-0-2)
• Approved May 20, 2024 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Closed public comment on the childcare zoning amendment (3-0-2)

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will review the current 2021-2024 Economic Development Plan. This discussion serves as preparation for developing the next iteration of the plan ahead of an anticipated request for proposals.

• Review of San Carlos 2021-2024 Economic Development Plan
• Preparation for 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan

The Economic Development Advisory Commission approved the minutes from the March 26, 2024 meeting. The Commission reviewed the existing 2021-2024 Economic Development Plan and discussed preparations for the 2025-2028 plan ahead of a future request for proposals. No new ordinances or funding decisions were made.

• Approved March 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed 2021-2024 Economic Development Plan
• Discussed preparation for 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will receive a presentation regarding street designs endorsed by the Downtown Advisory Committee. This is part of the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan project. The meeting also includes reports on recent City Council actions and staff updates.

• Presentation on Downtown Advisory Committee Endorsed Street Design
• Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan project update
• Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
• Report on recent City Council actions

The Planning and Transportation Commission received a presentation on the Downtown Advisory Committee endorsed street design for the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan and expressed support for the plans. No formal approval or denial of the plans was recorded; the Commission only voted to close public comment. The Commission also approved the May 6, 2024 meeting minutes 4-0-1, with Commissioner Roof abstaining.

• Approved May 6, 2024 PTC meeting minutes (4-0-1, Roof abstained)
• Closed public comment on Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan presentation (5-0-0)
• Expressed support for the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan (no formal vote recorded)
• Closed public comment at adjournment (5-0-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several items in closed session. This includes the price and terms for the potential sale of 676 and 680 El Camino Real. The council will also discuss property at 731 Cordilleras Avenue and anticipated litigation.

• Potential sale of property at 676 and 680 El Camino Real
• Discussion regarding property located at 731 Cordilleras Avenue
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The City Council approved a settlement agreement and the acquisition of a 5-foot storm water easement at 731 Cordilleras Ave for $93,000. The agreement includes city payment for pipe work, attorney fees, and escrow costs in exchange for a release of future claims by the property owner.

• Approved settlement agreement with property owner of 731 Cordilleras Ave (4-0-1)
• Approved acquisition of 5-foot storm water easement at 731 Cordilleras Ave for $93,000 (4-0-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding underground utility requirements for certain single-family home projects. The council also plans to adopt the San Carlos Age-Friendly Action Plan. Several infrastructure and service contracts are scheduled for approval.

• Proposed zoning ordinance change regarding underground utility service drops
• Environmental Impact Report amendment for Alexandria Life Sciences & Technology Project ($72,098)
• Sewer Lateral Replacement Project contract with Smelly Mel’s Plumbing (up to $280,000)
• Funding for Parks Master Plan and Community Center Project ($774,469 total)
• Fire equipment maintenance agreement with Redwood City (up to $75,000 per year)

The City Council approved a $93,000 storm water easement acquisition at 731 Cordilleras Ave and introduced an ordinance to exempt certain single-family home projects from undergrounding utility service drops. The Council also adopted the San Carlos Age-Friendly Action Plan and approved several infrastructure and professional service contracts.

• Approved $93,000 storm water easement acquisition at 731 Cordilleras Ave (4-0-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 1615 to exempt specific home projects from undergrounding utility service drops (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-057 accepting the San Carlos Age-Friendly Action Plan (4-0-1)
• Approved $140,500 sewer lateral replacement contract with Smelly Mel’s Plumbing, not to exceed $280,000 (4-0-1)
• Authorized up to $774,469 for Parks Master Plan and Community Center conceptual design with Gates + Associates (4-0-1)
• Approved fire equipment maintenance agreement with City of Redwood City up to $75,000 per year (4-0-1)
• Authorized $72,098 for an Environmental Impact Report for 987 Commercial Street (4-0-1)
• Denied claim of Sonia Montes (4-0-1)

Youth Advisory Council - Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will review minutes from the April 3, 2024 meeting and consider a proposed monthly program with the Adult Community Center. The agenda also includes announcements for several community events at the Youth Center and Burton Park.

• Proposed intergenerational monthly program with the Adult Community Center
• Pop-Up Thrift Laundry on May 9
• Blood Drive on May 11
• YAC Pop-Up Thrift Shop at Burton Park on May 18 and 19
• Teen Movie Night on May 31

The Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from their April 3 meeting. Members reviewed reports from the School Board, City Council, and Planning Commission, including a $1.4 million Safe Routes to School project approved by the City Council. The council also discussed a new 'Generation Buddies' program idea for youth-senior interaction and received feedback on a student's mental health pamphlet.

• Approved minutes from April 3, 2024 meeting
• Reviewed City Council approval of $1,401,149.13 for Safe Routes to School improvements
• Reviewed School Board approval of Special Education Services Contracts
• Discussed proposed 'Generation Buddies' program with Adult Community Center
• Provided feedback on student pamphlet 'Destigmatizing Mental Health'

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding General Plan conformity for proposed Capital Improvement Program updates for fiscal years 2024-2025. The meeting also includes reports on recent City Council actions and planning staff project updates.

• Public hearing: General Plan Conformity Determination for Capital Improvement Program Updates (FY 2024-2025)
• Approval of April 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Report on recent City Council actions
• Planning staff updates on current projects

The Planning and Transportation Commission adopted a resolution finding that Capital Improvement Program updates for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 conform to the city's General Plan. The initial vote excluded one specific project, CIP C2403, which was later approved in a separate vote with one abstention. The Commission also approved previous meeting minutes and directed staff to evaluate speed mitigation measures on a specific road stretch.

• Approved April 15, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Adopted resolution finding CIP updates conform to General Plan, excluding CIP C2403 (4-0-1)
• Adopted resolution finding CIP C2403 conforms to General Plan (3-0-1-1)
• Directed City Engineer to evaluate speed mitigation on Crestview to Edgewood stretch

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects and fee adjustments. Items include approving street improvements and a pedestrian safety project, as well as reviewing potential changes to user fees and impact fees.

• Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School Improvements Project C2201
• San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III C1806 ($2,067,617.50 contract)
• Adjustments to User Fees, Park Facility Development Fee, Sewer Capacity Charge, and Impact Fees
• Traffic Signal Master Plan approval
• Project Elevate financial literacy presentation

The San Carlos City Council unanimously approved fiscal year 2024-25 adjustments to user fees and impact charges. They also adopted a Traffic Signal Master Plan and authorized a $2.06 million agreement for the San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project. Additionally, the council approved recommendations from the City Centennial Advisory Committee and denied a claim by John Hickey.

• Approved FY 2024-25 fee adjustments (5-0)
• Adopted Traffic Signal Master Plan (5-0)
• Authorized $2,067,617.50 agreement for San Carlos Ave Pedestrian Safety Project Phase III (5-0)
• Approved City Centennial Advisory Committee recommendations (5-0)
• Denied Claim of John Hickey (5-0)
• Adopted Safe Routes to School plans for Arroyo Ave and Chestnut St (5-0)
• Amended Municipal Code to update Economic Development Advisory Commission meeting frequency (5-0)
• Declared Summer Recess and canceled two July 2024 meetings (5-0)

City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The City Centennial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss centennial planning. The agenda includes a vote on recommended logo ideas and a discussion regarding marketing strategies.

• Vote on recommendation of Centennial logo ideas
• Discussion of marketing strategies
• Approval of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes

The City Centennial Advisory Committee voted to recommend three specific logo options for the city's centennial celebration. The committee also discussed various marketing strategies to increase community outreach for the festivities.

• Approved March 20, 2024 meeting minutes (21-0-1)
• Voted to remove 'CALIFORNIA' from the H1 seal logo option (17-4)
• Recommended H1 (amended), G2, and E2 logos to City Council

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the San Carlos Municipal Code. The proposed changes involve regulations for underground utilities and accessory dwelling units (ADUs/JADUs). The Commission will consider a resolution recommending these updates to the City Council.

• Amendments to Section 18.15.120 regarding underground utilities
• Amendments to Section 18.23.210 regarding accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units
• Approval of April 1, 2024, meeting minutes

The Commission recommended that City Council adopt amendments to the Municipal Code to exempt new single-family homes, ADUs, JADUs, and Urban Infill units from undergrounding utility service drops, unless the distribution facility is already undergrounded. The exemption does not apply to subdivisions involving multiple homes.

• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting minutes with amendments (4-0-1)
• Recommended Municipal Code amendments to exempt single-family homes and ADUs/JADUs from underground utility requirements unless the distribution facility is already undergrounded (4-1-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing regarding three years of annual wastewater rate increases. The agenda also includes several professional service agreements and a pavement rehabilitation project award.

• Wastewater rate increases and sewer service charge amendments
• 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project C9416: $4,847,767.85 with $969,600 contingency
• Planning staffing consulting services with Good City Company up to $6,000,000
• On-call printing and mailing services with AMS Printing up to $1,000,000
• Building permit plan review services amendment with CSG Consultants, Inc. up to $140,000

The City Council approved several professional services agreements and a major pavement rehabilitation contract. Council also scheduled a public hearing for June 10, 2024, to consider three years of wastewater rate increases.

• Awarded 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project to G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc. for $4,847,767.85 (4-0-1)
• Set public hearing for June 10, 2024, regarding three years of wastewater rate increases (4-0-1)
• Approved planning staffing consulting agreement with Good City Company up to $6M (4-0-1)
• Approved printing and mailing agreement with AMS Printing up to $1M (4-0-1)
• Approved $140,000 amendment for CSG Consultants, Inc. for permit plan review (4-0-1)
• Introduced Ordinance 1614 to update Economic Development Advisory Commission meeting frequency (4-0-1)
• Approved February 26, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission will review a recommendation for public art at Sister Cities Lane. The meeting also includes updates on CIP projects, the Utility Box Mural Project, and upcoming community events.

• Public Art at Sister Cities Lane recommendation
• CIP Projects and Utility Box Mural Project update
• North Crestview Park Master Plan Updates (agenda setting)
• Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) locations at parks (agenda setting)

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission approved the minutes from the February 13 meeting. The commission also voted to recommend the installation of a public art mural at Sister Cities Lane, following a presentation by the Community Foundation of San Carlos and artist Yucali Seki. No substantive policy changes or budget approvals were made during this regular meeting.

• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Recommended public art mural at Sister Cities Lane (4-0-1)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will review upcoming community events and subcommittee reports. The council is also addressing unfinished business regarding a library makers space focus group and a teen wellness retreat.

• Call for San Carlos Library Makers Space youth focus group representatives
• Review of proposed Teen Wellness Retreat Session presentation
• Call for nominations for Social Media Subcommittee Chair

The minutes for the April 3, 2024, meeting consist of a procedural agenda. No votes, decisions, or specific actions are recorded in the provided text.

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold public hearings for two property applications. The commission will review a zoning amendment for the annexation of 244 Club Drive. It will also consider permits for a three-story, four-unit multifamily building at 1524 Cherry Street.

• Design review and permits for a three-story, four-unit multifamily building at 1524 Cherry Street
• Zoning District Boundary Map and General Plan Amendment for the annexation of 244 Club Drive

The Commission approved a design review and permits for a three-story, four-unit multi-family building. It also recommended that the City Council approve a zoning and general plan amendment for a property at 244 Club Drive.

• Approved Design Review, Vesting Tentative Map, and Conditional Use Permit for 4 townhome units at 1524 Cherry Street (4-0-1)
• Recommended City Council approval of General Plan Map and Zoning District Boundary Amendment for 244 Club Drive (4-0-1)
• Approved March 18, 2024 meeting minutes with amendments (4-0-1)

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will review a status update on commercial and residential development projects. Members will also consider adopting a resolution to establish the commission's meeting schedule.

• 2024 Community Development Department Work Program overview
• Resolution to establish the EDAC meeting schedule
• Review of the Business Spotlight Program
• Status update on Housing Element, Downtown Specific Plan, and Northeast Area Specific Plan

The Commission adopted a resolution to establish its meeting dates for the remainder of the year. Staff provided updates on the Community Development Department work program and the Business Spotlight Program.

• Approved January 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Adopted resolution EDAC2024-01 to meet on the fourth Tuesday of January, March, May, August, and October (6-0-1)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several items including landslide repair awards, a new traffic signal project, and rezoning for single-family homes. The meeting also includes presentations regarding community services and local soccer achievements.

• Rezoning of 308-310 Phelps Road for nine single-family homes
• Awarding landslide repair projects at Crestview Drive, Brittan Avenue, Melendy Drive, and Dartmouth Avenue
• Funding $200,000 for the Kadence Adaptive Traffic Signal Project
• Authorizing a sound services agreement with Thor Audio up to $322,038
• Considering $100,000 for eight automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in parks and the Wheeler Plaza parking garage

The San Carlos City Council approved a $200,000 appropriation for the Kadence Adaptive Traffic Signal Project, including a $164,000 contract with Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. It also approved $100,000 for eight automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in parks and the Wheeler Plaza Parking Garage. The council adopted a beekeeping policy with amendments and rezoned 308-310 Phelps Road for nine single-family homes. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent calendar items a-i and k, and adopted Ordinance 1613 rezoning 308-310 Phelps Road to RS-6 for nine single-family homes (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 appropriation for Kadence Adaptive Traffic Signal Project and $164,000 contract with Kimley-Horn & Associates (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 appropriation for eight AEDs in parks and Wheeler Plaza Parking Garage (5-0)
• Adopted 2024 Beekeeping Practices Administrative Policy with amendments for neighbor notification and fee reduction consideration (5-0)
• Awarded landslide repair contracts: 995 Crestview Drive ($52,010), 3144 Brittan Avenue ($250,999), 3141-61 Melendy Drive ($65,840), 270 Dartmouth Avenue ($93,585) (5-0)
• Approved three-year agreement with Thor Audio for sound services up to $322,038 (5-0)
• Denied claims of Maria Pisani and Mirella Eiras (5-0)
• Extended meeting to 11:00 PM (5-0)

City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The City Centennial Advisory Committee will meet to vote on recommendations for the city's upcoming centennial. This includes selecting a date for a community event celebration and recommending historical projects. The committee will also consider naming the downtown redevelopment "Centennial Plaza."

• Vote on recommendation of date for Community Event Celebration
• Vote on recommendation of San Carlos Historical Projects
• Vote on naming Downtown Redevelopment to “Centennial Plaza”
• Review of San Carlos History Museum Video

The San Carlos City Centennial Advisory Committee voted to recommend holding the centennial community event in conjunction with the annual Hometown Days weekend (third weekend in May), 14-7. It also selected three historical projects to launch for the Centennial year: contracting with StoryCorp (18 votes), developing a map of San Carlos historical markers (18 votes), and compiling an oral update to the San Carlos Stories book (14 votes). The committee voted 19-2 to recommend to City Council renaming the 700 block of Laurel Street 'Centennial Plaza'. The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

• Approved minutes of February 21, 2024 meeting (21-0-1)
• Recommended centennial community event coincide with Hometown Days weekend (third weekend in May) (14-7)
• Selected StoryCorp audio/visual keepsake project as top historical project (18 votes)
• Selected map of San Carlos historical markers as top historical project (18 votes)
• Selected oral update to San Carlos Stories book as top historical project (14 votes)
• Recommended to City Council renaming 700 block of Laurel Street 'Centennial Plaza' (19-2)
• Set next meeting for April 17, 2024, 6:00 p.m. at San Carlos Library Community Room

Downtown Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The committee will review design concepts for the downtown specific plan area. Discussion focuses on public space design, event day use, and circulation for the 600, 700, and 800 blocks of Laurel Street.

• Public Realm Design and Programming Plan presentation
• Discussion of design concepts for 600, 700, and 800 blocks of Laurel Street

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will review several land use and infrastructure items. Discussion includes a city traffic signal masterplan, street improvements for schools, and a property acquisition by the County of San Mateo for housing.

• Traffic Signal Masterplan resolution
• Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School Improvements Project C2201
• County of San Mateo acquisition of 626, 640 & 642 Walnut Street for housing
• 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report presentation

The Planning and Transportation Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of the Traffic Signal Master Plan, and 5-0 to recommend approval of the Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School Improvements Project C2201. It also voted 5-0 to recommend that the County of San Mateo's acquisition of 626, 640 and 642 Walnut Street for affordable housing conforms to the General Plan. The Commission approved its February 5, 2024 minutes with an amendment, 5-0, and received a presentation on the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report with no action taken.

• Recommended City Council approval of the Traffic Signal Master Plan (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of the Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School Improvements Project C2201 (5-0)
• Recommended that the County's acquisition of 626, 640 and 642 Walnut Street for affordable housing conforms to the General Plan (5-0)
• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting minutes with amendment (5-0)
• Closed public comment on each of the three action items (5-0 each)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will hold a study session regarding the Downtown Specific Plan's public realm design and programming. The council will also consider a proposed youth focus group for the San Carlos Library Makers Space.

• Study Session on the Downtown Specific Plan: Public Realm Design Concept and Programming
• Proposed San Carlos Library Makers Space youth focus group

The Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from the February 7, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed a presentation on the Downtown Specific Plan for Laurel Street and provided feedback on making the area more youth-friendly. The council also discussed joining a San Carlos Library focus group for a new makerspace and updated attendance rules for the social media subcommittee.

• Approved minutes from February 7, 2024 meeting
• Provided feedback on Downtown Specific Plan for Laurel Street
• Updated social media subcommittee attendance rules (mandatory meetings)
• Discussed participation in Library Makerspace focus group (no vote recorded)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a proposal to rezone the site at 308-310 Phelps Road for the construction of nine single-family homes. The agenda also includes consideration of the 2024 Strategic Plan and several administrative resolutions.

• Rezoning of 308-310 Phelps Road for nine single-family homes
• $197,950 contract for the 2023 Midblock Crossing Project at 1650 Industrial Road
• Adoption of the City of San Carlos 2024 Strategic Plan
• Up to $35,000 amendment to professional services agreement with Robert Half International, Inc.

The San Carlos City Council approved the 2024 Strategic Plan with amendments, including a goal to break ground on a downtown project by July 7, 2025. The council also approved a mitigated negative declaration, General Plan Amendment, and rezoning for nine single-family homes at 308-310 Phelps Road. The consent calendar, including two ordinances and several resolutions, was approved 5-0. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved consent calendar items a-k and adopted Ordinance 1611 (Northeast Area Overlay District) and Ordinance 1612 (Municipal Code clean-up) (5-0)
• Awarded 2023 Midblock Crossing Project at 1650 Industrial Road to Terocons Inc. for $197,950 with contingency up to $39,590 (Resolution 2024-018)
• Approved updates to City Records Retention Schedule (Resolution 2024-019)
• Reappointed Kristen Clements to Planning and Transportation Commission, Heather Liu and Sailesh Mehra to Economic Development Advisory Commission, and appointed Julie Lubetkin as full PR&C Commissioner
• Authorized amendment to Robert Half International agreement up to $35,000 for temporary finance services (Resolution 2024-020)
• Extended fire and emergency services agreement with Redwood City to June 30, 2024, with possible extension to August 31, 2024 (Resolution 2024-021)
• Adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration for 308-310 Phelps Road project (Resolution 2024-022) (5-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendment to Single Family, 6 DUS/ACRE for 308-310 Phelps Road (Resolution 2024-023) (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend industrial district and use permit chapters, including a new Northeast Area Overlay District. The agenda also includes approving plans for the San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III.

• San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III C1806 plans
• Ordinance amending Title 18 regarding Industrial Districts and Use Permits
• New Chapter 18.14A: Northeast Area Overlay District
• Omnibus Ordinance for San Carlos Municipal Code clean-up amendments
• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Second Quarter Financial and Investment Reports

The City Council introduced an ordinance to establish a Northeast Area Overlay District and update industrial district and use permit codes. Council also approved plans for pedestrian safety improvements on San Carlos Avenue and passed municipal code clean-up amendments.

• Introduced Ordinance 1611 creating Northeast Area Overlay District (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized bids for San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1612 for Municipal Code clean-up and updated bidding thresholds (5-0)
• Denied claims of Pacific Hacienda HOA (5-0)
• Denied claims of 18 individuals and Kent Apartments LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-016 acknowledging the FY 2022-2023 Fire Inspection Report (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2023-24 Second Quarter Financial and Investment Reports (5-0)

City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The City Centennial Advisory Committee is meeting to brainstorm celebration ideas and discuss the Centennial logo. The committee will also introduce two new alternate members.

• Brainstorm Centennial event and celebration ideas
• Discuss Centennial logo with Brian Cary, Communications Manager
• Introduction of Rosie Jimenez (Kiwanis) and Kim Norgaard (San Carlos School District)

The City Centennial Advisory Committee approved the January 17, 2024 minutes with staff-recommended changes to attendance formatting, passing 21-0-4. The committee then brainstormed and prioritized ideas for the 2025 centennial celebration across six categories, and discussed elements for a centennial logo. No final decisions were made on events or logo; input will inform future discussions.

• Approved January 17, 2024 minutes with staff recommendations (21-0-4)
• Set next meeting for March 20, 2024, 6:00 p.m. at San Carlos Adult Community Center
• Added future agenda items: select top centennial celebration ideas and discuss centennial logo

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Special Meeting

The Commission will review a recommendation for a public art mural at Cedar Park. They will also hold a study session regarding the Downtown Specific Plan's public realm design and programming.

• Public Art Mural at Cedar Park recommendation
• Downtown Specific Plan: Public Realm Design Concept and Programming study session
• North Crestview Park Master Plan updates (agenda setting)
• Sister Cities Mural Proposal at Sister Cities Lane (agenda setting)

The Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission approved its 2024 meeting schedule and recommended a public art mural at Cedar Park proposed by Girl Scout Troop 62263. Both motions passed 4-0-2, with Commissioners Chao and Maxwell absent. The commission also held a study session on the Downtown Specific Plan's public realm design, providing feedback on parklets, parking, fire access, streetscape design, and programming ideas; no decisions were made on that item.

• Approved 2024 meeting schedule (4-0-2)
• Recommended public art mural at Cedar Park (4-0-2)
• Approved December 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0-2)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the lease of property located at 1800 El Camino Real. This discussion will take place in a closed session with real property negotiators to review price and terms. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.

• Lease negotiations for 1800 El Camino Real including price and terms
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The San Carlos City Council held a special meeting on February 12, 2024 that consisted almost entirely of closed session. Councilmembers met privately with real property negotiators about a lease of property at 1800 El Camino Real (APNs 051-379-010, 051-379-020, and 051-379-030), and with legal counsel about one anticipated litigation case. Councilmember Venkatesh recused herself from the property item because of its close proximity to her home. No report was given from closed session, no public comment was offered, and the meeting adjourned at 6:57 PM with no substantive decisions recorded in the minutes.

• Held closed session on lease of 1800 El Camino Real (APNs 051-379-010, 051-379-020, 051-379-030); no report given
• Held closed session with legal counsel on 1 anticipated litigation case; no report given
• Councilmember Venkatesh recused herself from the property item due to proximity to her home
• No public comment received
• Meeting adjourned at 6:57 PM

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the Northeast Area Specific Plan and its revised land use options. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding pavement rehabilitation, landslide repairs, and solar energy agreements.

• Northeast Area Specific Plan study session
• 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project C9416 bids
• Landslide repairs at 995 Crestview Drive, 3144 Brittan Avenue, 3141-61 Melendy Drive and 270 Dartmouth Avenue
• Solar photovoltaic systems power purchase agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy Authority

The City Council approved plans and bids for the 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project and landslide repairs at four specific addresses. The Council also authorized solar photovoltaic systems at city facilities and appointed two members to the City Centennial Advisory Committee.

• Approved 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project C9416 and call for bids (5-0)
• Approved landslide repairs and call for bids for 995 Crestview Drive, 3144 Brittan Avenue, 3141-61 Melendy Drive, and 270 Dartmouth Avenue (5-0)
• Authorized Power Purchase Agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy Authority for solar systems at city facilities (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Agency-State Master Agreements for state and federal-aid projects (5-0)
• Appointed Rosie Jimenez and Kim Norgaard as Alternate Members on the City Centennial Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from December 11, 2023 and January 8, 2024 (5-0)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The council will discuss updates regarding summer camp applications and upcoming community events. Members will also receive reports from various subcommittees and recent liaison meetings. A motion to reschedule the April 10 meeting to April 3 is on the agenda.

• Summer Camp L.I.T.E application for ages 13-17
• Spring Dance for grades 5 and 6 on March 1
• Motion to move the April 10 meeting to April 3
• Call for high school artists for the Art Utility Box Project

The Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from January 10, 2024, and voted to move their April 10 meeting to April 3. The council received reports on city and school board activities and updated subcommittee statuses.

• Approved January 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved moving April 10 meeting to April 3

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a development project at 308 and 310 Phelps Road involving nine single-family homes. The meeting also includes consideration of amendments to the San Carlos Municipal Code regarding industrial districts, use permits, and a new overlay district.

• Development of nine single-family homes at 308 and 310 Phelps Road
• Rezoning of project site from RS-3 to RS-6
• Amendments to Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning)
• Creation of a new Northeast Area Overlay District

The Planning and Transportation Commission recommended approval of a nine-single-family-home development at 308 and 310 Phelps Road, including a General Plan amendment and rezoning to RS-6 (Hillside Overlay), and recommended the City Council certify a Mitigated Negative Declaration. It also recommended an ordinance amending the zoning code to add a Northeast Area Overlay District, with staff to check in on the Northeast Area Specific Plan by the end of the third quarter of 2024. All motions passed 3-0-2, with Commissioners Garvey and Clements absent. The commission also approved the January 16, 2024 special meeting minutes with an amendment.

• Recommended City Council certify Mitigated Negative Declaration and adopt Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan for 308/310 Phelps Road (3-0-2)
• Approved Design Review, Conditional Use Permit, Below Market Rate Housing Plan, Vesting Subdivision Map, Tree Removal Permit, Natural State Reduction, and Grading/Dirt Haul Certificate for nine homes at 308 Phelps Road, with two added conditions on pedestrian/bicycle access (3-0-2)
• Recommended City Council approve General Plan Amendment to Single Family (up to 6 du/ac) and rezone site to RS-6 (Hillside Overlay) (3-0-2)
• Recommended City Council introduce ordinance amending Title 18 Zoning, Sections 18.07 and 18.30, and adding Section 18.14A Northeast Area Overlay District (3-0-2)
• Approved January 16, 2024 special meeting minutes with amendment (3-0-2)
• Directed staff to check in with Commission on status of Northeast Area Specific Plan by end of third quarter 2024

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will receive a progress report and presentation regarding the Downtown Specific Plan. The commission will also review the City's Business Spotlight Program and 2023 small business initiatives.

• Downtown Specific Plan progress report and presentation
• Review of the Business Spotlight Program
• Review of 2023 Small Business Initiatives
• Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Advisory Commission approved the October 24, 2023 meeting minutes. Planning staff and consultants presented an update on the Downtown Specific Plan, including urban design concepts and economic analysis. Due to time constraints, discussions on the Business Spotlight Program, 2023 Small Business Initiatives, community anecdotes, and future meeting dates were tabled to the next meeting on March 26, 2024.

• Approved October 24, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received presentation on Downtown Specific Plan progress
• Tabled Business Spotlight Program review to March 26, 2024
• Tabled 2023 Small Business Initiatives review to March 26, 2024
• Tabled Community Anecdotes discussion to March 26, 2024
• Tabled 2024 meeting dates review to March 26, 2024

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions, including an amendment to the law enforcement services agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes updates to animal control regulations and a $10,000 appropriation for the Parks and Recreation Fee Assistance Program.

• Amendment to Law Enforcement Services Agreement with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office ($12,030,880)
• Ordinance 1609 regarding animal control definitions and fee revisions
• $10,000 appropriation for the Parks and Recreation Fee Assistance Program
• Professional services agreement with Teri Black and Company, LLC up to $100,000
• Ordinance 1610 to increase City Council salary

The San Carlos City Council approved its consent calendar 5-0, including a $12,030,880 FY 2023-24 payment to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, two animal control and council salary ordinances, and several professional services agreements. In new business, the council voted 5-0 to appropriate $10,000 from General Fund unassigned balance to the Parks and Recreation fee assistance program. The meeting adjourned at 7:22 PM.

• Approved consent calendar items a-h and ordinances 1609 (animal control) and 1610 (council salary increase) (5-0)
• Authorized $12,030,880 FY 2023-24 payment to San Mateo County Sheriff's Office, offset by $1,451,701 CalPERS credit and $500,000 prior year savings (Resolution 2024-003)
• Approved MOU with San Mateo County for $258,865 (FY 2023-24) and $168,978 (FY 2024-25) credits against sheriff costs (Resolution 2024-004)
• Approved one-year recruiting services agreement with Teri Black and Company, LLC, up to $100,000 annually, with one-year extension option (Resolution 2024-005)
• Approved $50,000 FY 2023-24 amendment and ratified $400,000 prior-year amendments with Comfort International, Inc. for HVAC emergency services (Resolution 2024-006)
• Adopted updated Comprehensive Master Salary Schedule for FY 2023-24 (Resolution 2024-007)
• Appropriated $10,000 from General Fund unassigned balance to Parks and Recreation fee assistance program (5-0, Resolution 2024-008)

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council has scheduled a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. This session will address one case of anticipated litigation. No other items are listed for public discussion or decision.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The San Carlos City Council met in special session on January 22, 2024, and went into closed session to confer with legal counsel about one anticipated litigation case. The City Attorney said the closed session was called based on existing facts and circumstances related to a storm water line at 731 Cordilleras Avenue. No public comment was offered, no report was given from closed session, and the meeting adjourned at 6:55 PM. The minutes record no substantive decisions or votes.

• Held closed session with legal counsel on one anticipated litigation case (Govt. Code 54956.9(D)(2) and (4))
• No reportable action taken or announced from closed session
• Meeting adjourned at 6:55 PM

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will conduct a study session for a Strategic Planning Retreat. The session includes reviewing the 2023 Strategic Plan and providing direction on goals for 2024.

• Review and update 2023 Strategic Plan
• Provide direction on 2024 goals
• Review mission, vision, and values

The Council updated the City's Mission Statement to include the provision of events. Members provided direction to continue and refine strategic goals for 2024 regarding childcare, climate change, downtown, housing, mobility, the Northeast Area Specific Plan, and recreational opportunities.

• Updated Mission Statement to include 'events'
• Agreed to continue 2024 goals for Childcare, Climate Change, Downtown, Housing, Mobility, Northeast Area Specific Plan, and Recreational Opportunities
• Established process for Mayor to lead responses to City Council email distribution group
• Directed staff to hold Council subcommittee meetings before February 14

City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting

The City Centennial Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting to establish organizational structure. The committee plans to elect a chair and vice chair, define committee goals, and brainstorm event ideas.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of Committee Goals
• Brainstorming of Event Ideas

The San Carlos City Centennial Advisory Committee held its regular meeting, received an orientation from the City Clerk, and administered the Oath of Office to members. The committee elected its leadership and voted to prioritize the start of Centennial branding, alongside brainstorming event ideas.

• Elected Paula Ebejer-Moffitt as Committee Chair and Sufiya Kaul as Vice Chair (20-0-2)
• Prioritized the start of Centennial branding (20-0-2)

Planning and Transportation Committee Regular Meeting

The Commission will hold a study session to consider a revised draft land use option for the Northeast Area Specific Plan. This includes reviewing proposed modifications to streets and open space concepts. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November and December 2023.

• Study session for the Northeast Area Specific Plan regarding land use, streets, and open space
• Approval of November 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of December 4, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission held a study session to discuss a revised draft land use option for the Northeast Area, including proposed streets and open space. No formal vote was taken on the plan, though commissioners expressed general support while requesting further clarification on drainage, height limits, and industrial definitions.

• Approved November 20, 2023 meeting minutes with amendment (4-0-1)
• Approved December 4, 2023 meeting minutes with amendment (4-0-1)

Youth Advisory Council - Regular Meeting

The council will review subcommittee reports and approve minutes from the December 2023 meeting. Discussion items include a timeline for a pop-up thrift shop and a social media launch. Announcements will also be made regarding summer camp recruitment and upcoming community events.

• Approval of December 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Social media launch discussion
• Pop-up thrift shop timeline discussion
• Summer camp recruitment announcement
• February 3 blood drive announcement

The council established the structure, mission statement, and staff roles for its new social media account. Members also set the schedule for a pop-up thrift store to be held during Hometown Days in May.

• Approved minutes from December 13, 2023
• Finalized social media username as @sancarlosyac and established mission statement
• Appointed members to social media roles of photographer, graphic designer, author, and editor
• Scheduled pop-up thrift store donation drive for April 1-30 and event for May 18-19
• Approved changing the February meeting date from February 14 to February 7, 2024

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider introducing ordinances regarding animal control fees and City Council salaries. The agenda also includes a proposal to transfer $3 million from the Unfunded Liability Reserve to pay down CalPERS pension liabilities.

• Transfer of $3 million from the Unfunded Liability Reserve to pay down CalPERS pension liability
• Introduction of an ordinance to amend animal control definitions and fees
• Introduction of an ordinance to increase City Council salaries
• Presentation from HIP Housing on community services
• Adoption of amended salary and benefit resolution for part-time employees

The San Carlos City Council approved transferring $3 million from the Unfunded Liability Reserve to pay down its CalPERS unfunded pension liability, applying the payment to short-term amortization bases (Resolution 2024-001). The council also introduced two ordinances: one aligning the city's animal control code with San Mateo County's (Ordinance 1609) and one increasing City Council salary under Government Code Section 36516 (Ordinance 1610). Council appointments to subcommittees and ad hoc committees for 2024 were approved with two additions, and the consent calendar passed 5-0.

• Approved consent calendar items a-g (5-0)
• Authorized transferring $3M from Unfunded Liability Reserve to CalPERS pension liability (Resolution 2024-001)
• Denied claim of John Nagy
• Adopted amended salary and benefit resolution for part-time employees effective Jan 1, 2024 (Resolution 2024-002)
• Introduced Ordinance 1609 aligning animal control code with San Mateo County (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1610 increasing City Council salary (5-0)
• Approved 2024 subcommittee appointments with added Fire and Community Benefits subcommittees (5-0)