San Carlos public meetings in 2025

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Design Review approval for a new Sign Program at 333 Shoreway Road. Other business includes approving previous meeting minutes and receiving staff reports.

• Design Review approval of a new Sign Program at 333 Shoreway Road
• Approval of November 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Item for 930 Commercial Street continued to January 20, 2026

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council will meet to approve minutes from the previous month, receive reports on youth center activities and council liaisons, and discuss a new life skills program for teens. The group will also review updates on environmental sustainability and social media guidelines.

• Approval of November 12, 2025 minutes
• Review of Youth Center and Council Liaison reports
• Discussion of 'Everyday Wins: Life Skills For Teens' program
• Update on Environmental Sustainability Subcommittee
• Update on Social Media brand guidelines

The council approved the minutes from the November 12, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting. No other motions were adopted; the meeting featured reports on upcoming youth center events and program announcements.

• Approved November 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Keira Nayberg, seconded by Karan Sangani)

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes waiving the reading of all ordinances, approving the minutes from the October 27, 2025 special and regular meetings, and adopting a resolution to purchase a new Vac‑con V350/850 dual‑engine combination sewer truck for $707,520.53. The council will also appoint the 2026 mayor and vice mayor. No other actions will be taken on agenda‑setting items.

• Adopt resolution authorizing purchase of a Vac‑con V350/850 dual‑engine sewer truck for $707,520.53
• Motion to waive reading of all ordinances
• Approve City Council October 27, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Approve City Council October 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Appoint 2026 Mayor and 2026 Vice Mayor

The council adopted consent calendar items a–d, waiving ordinance readings, approving the October 27, 2025 special and regular meeting minutes, and authorizing a $707,520.53 purchase of a new Vac‑con V350/850 sewer truck. Each consent‑calendar item passed with a 5‑0 vote. The council also appointed Councilmember Pranita Venkatesh as mayor and Councilmember Adam Rak as vice mayor, both motions passing 5‑0.

• Adopted consent calendar items a–d, waiving reading of all ordinances (5‑0)
• Approved October 27, 2025 special meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved October 27, 2025 regular meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Authorized purchase of new Vac‑con V350/850 sewer truck for $707,520.53 (5‑0)
• Appointed Pranita Venkatesh as mayor (5‑0)
• Appointed Adam Rak as vice mayor (5‑0)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will review a recommendation from the Public Art Task Force regarding the Artist Rotation Program. The meeting also includes presentations on special events and updates on the San Carlos Museum of History Board.

• Recommendation of selected artist for Artist Rotation Program
• Special Events presentation by Shannon Petersen and Lauren Burd
• Update on San Carlos Museum of History Board
• Night of Holiday Lights on Downtown Laurel Street (Dec 5)
• Breakfast with Santa at the Adult Community Center (Dec 7)

The commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the Public Art Task Force’s recommended artists for the Artist Rotation Program at the Youth and Adult Community Centers, voting 5‑0 in favor. The next regular meeting is set for February 4, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the San Carlos Library community room.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved recommended artists for Artist Rotation Program (5-0-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the appointment of an interim city manager and negotiate the price and terms for a portion of a parking area at 1201 San Carlos Avenue. The meeting will include a closed session and a public comment period.

• Closed session to discuss price and terms for portion of 1201 San Carlos Avenue parking area
• Consideration of appointment for interim City Manager
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Meeting held at Collaboration Room, City Hall, 600 Elm Street
• No remote participation option available

The San Carlos City Council held a closed‑session meeting on November 24, 2025. City Attorney Greg Rubens reported that the council unanimously appointed Nil Blackburn to serve as Interim City Manager beginning January 17, 2026. No other actions were taken.

• Appointed Nil Blackburn as Interim City Manager (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the General Plan and Zoning Map to codify the Downtown Specific Plan. The body will also consider several professional service agreements and financial reports.

• Public hearing to adopt the San Carlos Downtown Specific Plan and related zoning and map amendments
• Five-year agreement with County of San Mateo for code enforcement services not to exceed $1,255,181.34
• Annual not-to-exceed $200,000 agreements with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP and Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP for legal services
• Amended contract with Teri Black and Company, LLC for interim City Manager recruitment totaling $54,400
• Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025

The council unanimously appointed Nil Blackburn as Interim City Manager starting January 17, 2026. It adopted all Consent Calendar items a through j, including several financial and legal resolutions. The council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances to update the General Plan, Zoning Map, and adopt the Downtown Specific Plan.

• Appointed Nil Blackburn as Interim City Manager (5‑0)
• Adopted Consent Calendar items a–j, covering ordinance waiver, minutes, fiscal reports, and resolutions 2025‑128 to 2025‑132 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑133 approving addendum to the 2045 General Plan Reset Environmental Impact Report (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑134 amending the General Plan Land Use Map, Land Use Element, and Circulation and Scenic Highways Element (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1632 amending the Zoning Map to codify the Downtown Specific Plan, preserving MU‑100 zoning for the SamTrans building (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1633 adopting the San Carlos Downtown Specific Plan (5‑0)
• Approved professional service agreements with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP and Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP for on‑call legal services, $200,000 annual cap (5‑0)
• Approved a five‑year professional services agreement with the County of San Mateo for code enforcement services, up to $1,255,181.34 (5‑0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a hearing that includes public comment and a request for minor‑use permits to place small cellular equipment on PG&E poles at three locations: 810 Regent Court, 1080 Porto Marino Drive, and 1111 Hudson Court. The agenda does not list any decisions, only the discussion of this permit request.

• Minor‑use permit request for small cell installation at 810 Regent Court (APN 050-931-020)
• Minor‑use permit request for small cell installation at 1080 Porto Marino Drive (APN 050-212-080)
• Minor‑use permit request for small cell installation at 1111 Hudson Court (APN 050-372-030)
• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Call to order and adjournment

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a two‑year extension of the approved entitlements for the development of 87 townhouse units at 808 Alameda de las Pulgas. The commission will also receive a presentation from the City/County Association of Governments of San Mateo County and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on the Countywide Transportation Plan update. Additionally, the commission will approve the minutes from the November 3, 2025 meeting and address Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests.

• Public hearing: two‑year extension of approved entitlements for 87 townhouse units at 808 Alameda de las Pulgas
• Presentation on Countywide Transportation Plan update by C/CAG and SMCTA
• Approval of November 3, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting minutes
• Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests
• Public comment period (limited to items not on the agenda)

The commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting (5‑0‑0). It adopted a resolution extending the approved entitlements for the 808 Alameda de las Pulgas townhouse development by two years (5‑0‑0). The commission also moved to close public comment on several items, each motion passing unanimously (5‑0‑0 or 5‑0‑1).

• Approved November 3, 2025 Planning & Transportation Commission minutes (5‑0‑0)
• Closed public comment on agenda item 6 (5‑0‑1)
• Closed public comment on Countywide Transportation Plan update (5‑0‑0)
• Closed public comment on townhouse development hearing (5‑0‑0)
• Adopted resolution granting two‑year extension of entitlements for 808 Alameda de las Pulgas townhouses (5‑0‑0)

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a presentation on Downtown Economic Prosperity Strategies and provide direction to staff. There will be no remote participation option.

• Study session on Downtown Economic Prosperity Strategies
• Public comment on non-agenda items
• No remote participation option available

The City Council instructed staff to keep evaluating the desired business uses in downtown to boost foot traffic. It also directed staff to explore tools, including zoning options, to preserve ground‑floor commercial space. Council members asked for additional information on formula businesses and suggested scheduling more updates on economic strategies.

• Directed staff to continue evaluating desired downtown business uses (no vote recorded)
• Directed staff to explore tools to preserve ground‑floor commercial space (no vote recorded)
• Requested additional information on formula‑business thresholds before forming a position (no vote recorded)
• Suggested scheduling additional opportunities for ongoing economic‑strategy updates (no vote recorded)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will approve minutes from its October 8, 2025 meeting and hear reports on recent youth center activities. It will discuss the appointment of a new Recreation Coordinator and upcoming community events. New business includes deciding the 2026 Agents of Discovery workplan and selecting a new date for the Laurel Street Cleanup.

• Approve minutes from the October 8, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting
• Appointment of new Recreation Coordinator, Zoey Van Vorst
• Agents of Discovery Adult Community Center Mission – November 1‑30
• Determine a 2026 Agents of Discovery workplan
• Determine a new date for the Laurel Street Cleanup

The Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting after a motion and second. The council also decided to move the Laurel Street Cleanup to Saturday, March 21. No vote tallies were recorded for either action.

• Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Maya Kacholiya, seconded by Eva Greenebaum)
• Rescheduled Laurel Street Cleanup to Saturday, March 21

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes waiving readings of ordinances, approving recent meeting minutes, and adopting several resolutions. Key actions are the approval of the Library Makerspace project, a $300,000 contract amendment for the Downtown Plan Phase 1A Harrington Park project, and updates to building and fire codes. Additional items include a new job classification for the City Manager and a ban on nitrous oxide sales.

• Waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar item a)
• Adopt resolution for Library Makerspace project plans, call for bids, and agreement with San Mateo County Library Joint Powers Authority
• Approve $300,000 contract amendment to WRT, Inc. for Downtown Plan Phase 1A Harrington Park project
• Adopt Ordinance 1629 updating multiple building codes to 2025 editions
• Adopt Ordinance 1631 banning sale and distribution of nitrous oxide (“whippets”)

The council approved ordinances updating technical building codes, fire codes, and adding a ban on the sale of nitrous oxide. It also adopted resolutions for the Library Makerspace project, a $300,000 contract amendment for the Harrington Park design, and other infrastructure items. Staff were directed to explore a potential sales tax measure, including community outreach and testing ½‑cent and ¾‑cent rate options. All consent‑calendar motions passed unanimously.

• Adopt Ordinance 1631 banning sale of nitrous oxide (5‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 1629 updating technical building codes (5‑0)
• Adopt Ordinance 1630 updating fire code (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑122 approving Library Makerspace project and call for bids (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑127 approving Harrington Park contract amendment of $300,000 (4‑0‑1)
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑123 amending City Manager job classification (5‑0)
• Adopt resolutions vacating a 5‑foot sewer easement and accepting a 10‑foot easement at 315 Elm Street (5‑0)
• Direct staff to explore a potential sales tax measure with community education and rate testing

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider four resolutions. These resolutions recommend that the City Council adopt a new Downtown Specific Plan and update the city's General Plan and Zoning Map.

• Public hearing on the San Carlos Downtown Specific Plan
• Proposed amendments to the General Plan Land Use Map and Land Use Element
• Proposed amendments to the Circulation and Scenic Highways Element
• Proposed amendments to the Zoning Map and Municipal Code, Title 18, Zoning
• Approval of the Addendum to the City of San Carlos 2045 General Plan Reset Environmental Impact Report

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved the minutes from the October 6 meeting. It then approved four resolutions recommending that the City Council adopt an addendum to the 2045 General Plan Reset EIR, amend the General Plan land‑use map and related elements, amend the zoning map to codify the Downtown Specific Plan, and adopt the Downtown Specific Plan itself. All motions passed with a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0‑1)
• Closed public comment (first motion) (4‑0‑1)
• Closed public comment (second motion) (4‑0‑1)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council adopt Addendum to 2045 General Plan Reset EIR (4‑0‑1)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council amend General Plan Land Use Map, Land Use Element, and Circulation and Scenic Highways Element (4‑0‑1)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council amend Zoning Map and Municipal Code to codify Downtown Specific Plan (4‑0‑1)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council adopt the Downtown Specific Plan (4‑0‑1)

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will receive a presentation on the Alexandria Development Project and discuss the 2026 workplan, including priorities for the Economic Development Plan and a business resource website review. Commissioners will also receive updates on the shop‑local Passport program, tote‑bag voting results, and outreach protocols, and will debrief the June 2025 special meeting. No formal actions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and for discussion.

• Presentation from the Community Development Director on the Alexandria Development Project
• Study session to discuss the 2026 Workplan – roundtable, guest‑speaker options, Economic Development Plan priorities, and Business Resource Website review
• Update on the shop‑local Passport Program and Tote Bag voting results
• Update on Individual Commissioner Outreach Protocols and outreach expectations
• Debrief of the June 2025 Special EDAC Meeting and related follow‑up

The Economic Development Advisory Commission voted 7‑0 to approve the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. Commissioners also set the next regular meeting for January 27, 2026. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for Jan 27, 2026

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a public comment period followed by a closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators to discuss price and payment terms for the parcels at 676 and 680 El Camino (APNs 050‑133‑340 and 050‑133‑350). A second closed‑session will address anticipated litigation with legal counsel. The meeting concludes with a report from the closed session and adjournment.

• Closed‑session conference with negotiators Blackburn, Haque, Rubens, and Savay on price and payment for 676 & 680 El Camino
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (Govt. Code §54956.9(D)(2)-(5))
• Public comment limited to two minutes per speaker on items not on the agenda

The San Carlos City Council met in closed session to discuss price and payment terms for the real property at 676 and 680 El Camino Real (APNs 050-133-340 and 050-133-350). They also reviewed anticipated litigation with legal counsel. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on rezoning 789 Old County Road from Heavy Industrial to Planned Development and approve a development agreement with Bransten Road Associates LLC. Members will also discuss a draft Parks Master Plan and potential bans on the sale of nitrous oxide.

• Rezone 789 Old County Road from Heavy Industrial (IH) to Planned Development (PD)
• Development Agreement with Bransten Road Associates LLC for 789 Old County Road
• Citywide Wayfinding Program contract increase to a total not-to-exceed $479,660.16
• Proposed ordinance banning the sale and distribution of nitrous oxide ('whippets')
• Professional engineering services contract with Fehr and Peers for $6,500

The City Council adopted the consent calendar, approving Ordinance 1627 to rezone 789 Old County Road to Planned Development and Ordinance 1628 for a development agreement with Bransten Road Associates. Six related resolutions covering insurance, professional services, and a wayfinding program were also adopted unanimously. The Council removed the Community and Aquatic Center study from the Parks Master Plan and directed staff to pursue a lease extension for Arbor Bay School and gather park usage data. A motion to extend the meeting to 1:00 a.m. passed 4‑1.

• Adopt Ordinance 1627 approving Planned Development Plan and rezoning 789 Old County Road (5-0)
• Adopt Ordinance 1628 approving Development Agreement with Bransten Road Associates for 789 Old County Road (5-0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-117 authorizing execution of PLAN JPA workers compensation program (5-0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-118 adding third addendum to True North Research services (5-0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-119 consenting to dissolution of San Mateo County Cities Insurance Group JPA (5-0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-120 authorizing $6,500 addendum to Fehr and Peers for staff training (5-0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-121 amending SC Works wayfinding program to a total not‑to‑exceed $479,660.16 (5-0)
• Motion to extend meeting to 1:00 a.m. passed (4-1)

Two Plus Two Joint City/School Committee Meeting

The San Carlos Joint City/School Committee will meet to receive updates on student safety and local projects. The body will discuss school funding and infrastructure improvements affecting the community.

• Update on Crossing Guards
• SCSD update on Measure H, Budget, and Parcel Tax
• Safe Routes to School
• Alameda de las Pulgas Corridor Improvement Project Update
• Housing Development and Community Center

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet for a special session primarily to conduct closed-session conferences with legal counsel. These discussions concern existing and anticipated litigation.

• Closed session regarding County of San Mateo vs. State of California et al. (Case No. CPF25519270)
• Closed session regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The City Council voted unanimously to join the lawsuit County of San Mateo versus State of California. The approval was reported by City Attorney Greg Rubens. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved joining County of San Mateo v. State of California lawsuit (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Minkoff Project at 789 Old County Road, including a proposed rezone from Heavy Industrial to Planned Development. The body will also consider updates to zoning design standards and several infrastructure contracts.

• Public hearing for Minkoff Project at 789 Old County Road to rezone from Heavy Industrial to Planned Development
• Proposed $40,000 contract with Teri Black and Company, LLC for City Manager recruiting services
• Proposed payments to Silicon Valley Clean Water: $755,000 (FY 2025-26), $2,275,000 (FY 2026-27), and $780,000 (FY 2027-28)
• Proposed $899,906.77 not-to-exceed contract with C2R Engineering Inc. for 2025 On-Call Sewer Replacement
• Ordinance 1626 to create Objective Design Standards for Multi-family and Mixed-use zoning districts

The council unanimously joined the County of San Mateo’s lawsuit against the State of California. It adopted Ordinance 1626 creating objective design standards for multi‑family and mixed‑use districts, and approved a $899,906.77 on‑call sewer replacement contract. The council also approved the final design for the 700 Block of Laurel Street and adopted a cash‑payment plan totaling $3.81 million for Silicon Valley Clean Water. Additionally, it introduced Ordinance 1627 rezoning the 789 Old County Road site to Planned Development and Ordinance 1628 approving a development agreement for that project.

• Join County of San Mateo lawsuit vs State of California (unanimous)
• Adopt Ordinance 1626 objective design standards (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-109 cash payments to Silicon Valley Clean Water, appropriating $755,000 FY25‑26, $2,275,000 FY26‑27, $780,000 FY27‑28 (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-114 on‑call sewer replacement contract $899,906.77 (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-115 final design for 700 Block of Laurel Street (5‑0)
• Adopt Resolution 2025-116 Mitigated Negative Declaration for 789 Old County Road (5‑0)
• Introduce Ordinance 1627 rezoning 789 Old County Road to Planned Development (5‑0)
• Introduce Ordinance 1628 development agreement with Bransten Road Associates for 789 Old County Road (5‑0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting with standard procedural items, including a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and public comment. A study session will be held to discuss various city issues, but no decisions or actions will be taken. The meeting is in‑person only; there is no remote participation option.

The City Council issued several directives, including adding a ground‑floor commercial use statement to the Downtown Specific Plan and drafting an ordinance to incentivize commercial vibrancy. It also scheduled a special meeting to study downtown retail and a chain‑store ordinance, approved a workforce‑housing task force with the School District, and directed actions on parking, park improvements, leaf‑blower rebates, and the County’s model encampment ordinance.

• Directed staff to add a ground‑floor commercial use statement to the Downtown Specific Plan
• Directed staff to research and draft an ordinance to incentivize commercial vibrancy (e.g., expedited design review)
• Directed staff to schedule a special meeting for a downtown retail and chain‑store ordinance study session before Nov 24
• Approved creation of a workforce‑housing task force with the School District
• Directed staff to designate compact‑vehicle parking spaces at Wheeler Plaza Parking Structure
• Directed staff to add benches and a small play structure at Vista Park in the Parks Master Plan
• Directed staff to continue exploring an electric‑leaf‑blower rebate program after rejecting a ban
• Directed staff to proceed with the County’s model encampment ordinance and examine RV overnight‑parking restrictions

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will approve minutes from its September 10 meeting and hear a presentation on Parks and Recreation athletic programs. Council reports will cover upcoming youth center events and liaison updates. Subcommittees will provide updates on sustainability, event planning, social media, and wellness workplans. New business includes discussion of a possible Youth Census Survey and the San Carlos Speaker Series positions.

• Approve minutes from the September 10, 2025 YAC meeting
• Presentation by Recreation Coordinator Holly Gonzales on Parks and Recreation athletic programs
• Council reports on Youth Center events such as Thursday Night Football and Halloween Movie Night
• Subcommittee updates on environmental sustainability, events, social media, and wellness workplans
• Discuss potential YAC Youth Census Survey and review San Carlos Speaker Series positions

The council approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting after a motion by Aditya Gupta and a second by Keira Nayberg. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the agenda consisted of presentations, reports, and discussion of upcoming events. The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will approve minutes from the August 6 meeting, hear a presentation from the Parks & Recreation Foundation, and consider a recommendation to the City Council on the Parks Master Plan draft prepared by Gates Studio. The meeting also includes public comment, announcements of upcoming community events, and setting the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Richard Armanino, President of the Parks & Recreation Foundation of San Carlos
• Discussion and recommendation to City Council on Parks Master Plan draft recommendations from Gates Studio
• Reports on Parks & Recreation services and programs
• Setting next meeting for December 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission approved the August 6, 2025 minutes (with a date correction). It voted to recommend Burton Park Option 1 as the preferred site for the Community & Aquatics Center, preserving three surface‑level tennis courts. The commission also adopted the Parks Master Plan incorporating public feedback and endorsed continuing and expanding the partnership with the San Carlos School District. The next regular meeting was scheduled for December 3, 2025.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (date correction) – vote 5‑0‑0
• Recommended Burton Park Option 1 as preferred site for Community & Aquatics Center, with preservation of three tennis courts – vote 5‑0‑0
• Recommended Parks Master Plan with the provided public feedback – vote 5‑0‑0
• Recommended to continue conversation and explore further opportunities with the San Carlos School District – vote 5‑0‑0
• Set next commission meeting for December 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. – vote 5‑0‑0

Planning and Transportation Commission Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing on Harrington Park (APNs 050-154-160 and 050-154-170) to consider a design review, a protected tree removal permit, and a variance for interior side and rear setbacks. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit request for a volleyball training facility at 642 Quarry Road (APN 046-041-380). The meeting includes routine items such as approval of the September 15, 2025 minutes and discussion of Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests.

• Harrington Park public hearing – design review, protected tree removal permit, variance for interior side and rear setbacks (APNs 050-154-160, 050-154-170)
• Conditional use permit request for a volleyball training facility at 642 Quarry Road (APN 046-041-380)
• Approval of September 15, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission minutes
• Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests
• Public comment limited to items not on the agenda

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved the design review, protected tree removal permit, and variance for the redevelopment of Harrington Park at 759 Laurel Street. It also approved a conditional use permit for a volleyball training facility at 642 Quarry Road. Both actions passed with a 4‑0‑1 vote, with one commissioner excused.

• Approved September 15, 2025 minutes (4‑0‑1)
• Granted approval for Harrington Park design review, protected tree removal permit, and variance (4‑0‑1)
• Granted conditional use permit for volleyball training facility at 642 Quarry Road (4‑0‑1)

Youth Advisory Council Special Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will meet to participate in a community teen workshop. The session is focused on mental health and is presented by Lisa Mena from Kingdom Love LLC.

• Be Sensitive, Be Brave: For Mental Health community teen workshop presented by Lisa Mena from Kingdom Love LLC

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider introducing an ordinance to establish objective design standards for multi-family housing and mixed-use developments. The meeting also includes approving funding for the Fire Station No. 16 replacement project and a $300,000 appropriation for the North Crestview Park Master Plan.

• Introduce ordinance creating objective design standards for multi-family and mixed-use housing
• Authorize $104,000 for additional consulting services for the Northeast Area Specific Plan
• Authorize $489,840 loan for affordable housing at 633 Elm Street
• Authorize $4,557,734.81 loan for the 1244 Cherry Street affordable housing project
• Authorize $171,355 for the 2025 Annual Sidewalk Replacement Project

The City Council adopted its consent calendar items a–m unanimously (5‑0) and approved several resolutions, including a $104,000 amendment to a Perkins & Will contract and three transportation improvement resolutions. It also authorized two large interfund loans for affordable‑housing projects, a sidewalk replacement contract, and adopted Ordinance 1626 establishing Objective Design Standards with specific exemptions. The Council unanimously approved a settlement of the Zelnik litigation, which includes a $175,000 payment to the city.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items a–m (waive readings, approve minutes, cancel Dec 22 meeting, deny two claims) – 5‑0
• Approved $104,000 amendment to Perkins & Will professional services agreement (Resolution 2025-097) – 5‑0
• Approved three transportation improvement resolutions (2025-098, 2025-099, 2025-100) – 5‑0
• Approved $489,840 interfund loan for purchase of unit at 633 Elm St., Unit 215 (Resolution 2025-102) – 5‑0
• Approved $4,557,734.81 interfund loan for continuation of loan payments on 1244 Cherry St. affordable‑housing project (Resolution 2025-103) – 5‑0
• Approved $171,355 sidewalk replacement contract and $51,406 contingency (Resolution 2025-104) – 5‑0
• Adopted Ordinance 1626 creating Objective Design Standards with exemptions for certain blocks – 5‑0
• Unanimously approved settlement of Zelnik litigation, including $175,000 payment to city – unanimous

City Council Special Meeting - State of the City Address

The San Carlos City Council will convene a special meeting to deliver the State of the City address and accept public comments. The agenda includes a teleconference request item under Assembly Bill 2449, a public comment period for topics not on the agenda, and a brief adjournment. No formal actions or votes are listed.

• State of the City address
• Public comment on items not on the agenda (2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests

The council convened a special meeting for the State of the City address. No public comments were received. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:36 p.m.

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The commission will consider Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests, approve the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes, and hear a presentation from the San Carlos Sheriff’s Office on traffic safety for motorcycles, e‑bikes and bicycles. The meeting also includes reports on recent City Council actions and updates on current planning projects. No formal decisions or actions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests
• Approval of September 2, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting minutes
• Sheriff’s Office presentation on traffic safety (motorcycles, e‑bikes, bicycles)
• Report on recent City Council actions
• Planning staff updates on current projects

The commission voted 5‑0 to close public comment for the meeting. It also approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Closed public comment (5‑0‑0)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (5‑0‑0)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will hear a presentation from Mayor McDowell and discuss how the council can work with the City Council. The meeting will also approve minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting and receive reports on youth center programs and subcommittee updates. New business includes a member presentation on the San Carlos Speaker Series.

• Approve minutes from the August 27, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting
• Mayor McDowell presentation on YAC involvement with City Council
• Youth Center program updates (Agents of Discovery, Thursday Night Football, Deep Sea Disco, etc.)
• Subcommittee reports and selection of 2025 chairs for Environmental Sustainability, Events A, Events B, Social Media, and Wellness
• Member presentation on the San Carlos Speaker Series

The council approved the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. Subcommittee chairs for Environmental Sustainability, Events A, Events B, Social Media, and Wellness were appointed for 2025‑2026. Upcoming youth events such as Thursday Night Football, Deep Sea Disco, and the 2025 Haunted House were announced.

• Approved minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting (motion passed)
• Appointed Cecily Mock and Maya Kacholiya as Environmental Sustainability Co‑Chairs
• Appointed Nikhil Nunna and Karan Sangani as Events A Co‑Chairs
• Appointed Ellora Mehta as Events B Chair
• Appointed Keira Nayberg as Social Media Chair
• Appointed Hanna Kent and Eva Greenebaum as Wellness Co‑Chairs

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct two closed session conferences. These involve a workers compensation case and a lease for a property at 1144 El Camino Real.

• Closed session regarding Workers Compensation Case WCAB ADJ16999949
• Closed session with negotiators from Maltbie, Rubens and Savay regarding the lease for 1144 El Camino Real (APN 051-344-430)

The San Carlos City Council held a special meeting on September 8, 2025. In closed session, council members discussed a workers’ compensation case (WCAB ADJ16999949) and a lease for 1144 El Camino Real. The council gave direction to attorneys on both matters but did not approve any action. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss amending the municipal code to create objective design standards for specific housing and mixed-use districts. The body will also decide on library capital projects and the permanence of a slow streets project.

• Proposed ordinance creating Objective Design Standards for Multi-family (RM) and Mixed-use (MU) zoning districts
• Appropriation of $762,000 for library projects including elevator upgrades ($300,000) and building painting ($300,000)
• Resolution to make the Greater East San Carlos Slow Streets Project permanent
• Approval of the parcel map for the 1524 Cherry Street Development
• Extension of the Temporary Downtown Parklet Program to September 15, 2026

The City Council approved the full Consent Calendar, which included the 2025 Sewer System Management Plan, a $962,000 library excess fund allocation and $762,000 capital funding, and other items, with a 5‑0 vote. The Council also adopted Resolution 2025‑096 to maintain the Greater East San Carlos Slow Streets Project, voting 5‑0. A motion to extend the meeting to midnight passed 5‑0, and the public hearing on new objective design standards was continued to the September 22 meeting, also 5‑0.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items a‑j (including library funds, sewer plan, parklet extension) – 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025‑096 to maintain Greater East San Carlos Slow Streets Project – 5‑0
• Extended meeting to midnight – 5‑0
• Continued public hearing on Objective Design Standards ordinance to Sep 22 – 5‑0

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed development at 789 Old County Road (APNs 046‑131‑610 and 046‑131‑630). The hearing will consider recommending that the City Council certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration, adopt the Planned Development zoning, plan and development agreement, and approve the tentative parcel map, transportation demand management plan, and grading and dirt‑haul certificate for two new life‑science research and development buildings with a parking structure. The commission will also approve the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting and address public comments.

• Public hearing on 789 Old County Road development – recommendation to certify Mitigated Negative Declaration, adopt PD zoning, plan, agreement, and approve parcel map, TDM plan, grading certificate for two life‑science R&D buildings with parking structure
• Approval of August 18, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting minutes
• Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests
• Public comment period (items not on agenda)
• Report on recent City Council actions

The Planning and Transportation Commission unanimously adopted a resolution recommending the City Council certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration and adopt the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan. It also approved the ordinance that adopts the Planned Development Plan, designates the site as Planned Development on the zoning map, and approves the Development Agreement with an amendment to use the neighborhood tree fund for window treatments. Additionally, the commission approved the Design Review Certificate, Transportation Demand Management Plan, and Grading and Dirt Haul Certificate for the project.

• Adopted resolution recommending City Council certify Mitigated Negative Declaration (5‑0‑0)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council adopt Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (5‑0‑0)
• Adopted ordinance approving Planned Development Plan and zoning map designation (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Development Agreement amendment to use tree fund for window treatments (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Design Review Certificate, Transportation Demand Management Plan, and Grading and Dirt Haul Certificate (5‑0‑0)
• Closed public comment period (5‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes from August 18, 2025 meeting (5‑0‑0)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council will approve minutes from its May 14, 2025 meeting and receive reports on upcoming youth‑center events, liaison assignments, and subcommittee activities. Members will also discuss and vote on the appointment of a Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Public Relations Chair (or Co‑Chairs) for the 2025‑2026 term.

• Approve minutes from the May 14, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting
• Review upcoming youth‑center events such as Kids Night Out, Thursday Night Football, and Deep Sea Disco Dance
• Receive and determine 2025‑2026 Youth Liaison representatives
• Update on Environmental Sustainability, Events A & B, Social Media, and Wellness subcommittees
• Consider appointments for Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Public Relations Chair/Co‑Chairs for 2025‑2026

The council approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It appointed new officers for the 2025‑2026 term, selected a haunted house theme, and confirmed several program and meeting plans for the upcoming year.

• Approved minutes from the May 14, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting
• Appointed Ellora Mehta as Chair for 2025‑2026
• Appointed Maya Kacholiya as Vice Chair for 2025‑2026
• Appointed Nikhil Nunna as Secretary for 2025‑2026
• Appointed Keira Nayberg as Public Relations Chair for 2025‑2026
• Selected "Haunted Mansion Mystery" as the theme for the October 17, 2025 haunted house
• Designated 13 members as Youth Liaison representatives for the 2025‑26 school year
• Decided quarterly in‑person meetings at the Youth Center for social‑media planning

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will appoint its Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will receive updates on the Shop Local campaign, the Downtown Specific Plan, and upcoming downtown activation events. Members will also review and give direction on priorities for the Economic Development Plan.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Shop Local campaign update
• Downtown Specific Plan update
• Downtown Activation events preview
• Review of Economic Development Plan priorities

The commission approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 special meeting with a 6‑0‑1 vote. It also appointed a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming term.

• Approved June 3, 2025 special meeting minutes (6‑0‑1)
• Appointed a Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming term

City Council Regular Meeting

The council will vote on several consent‑calendar items, including a $7,376,062.80 contract for the 2025 Annual Street Resurfacing Pavement Project. Other actions include adopting a sidewalk repair resolution, accepting a $25,000 gift for the adult community center, and authorizing software and consulting agreements. The meeting also features a study session on downtown outdoor dining standards and a new‑business item to adopt a resolution for the U.S. 101/Holly Street bicycle‑pedestrian project.

• Approve $6,146,719 contract (plus 20% contingency) with A. Teichert & Son for street resurfacing (total not‑to‑exceed $7,376,062.80)
• Adopt resolution for 2024 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project (C9465)
• Authorize three‑year economic development consulting agreements up to $200,000 each annually
• Accept $25,000 gift from the Estate of Sylvia Nelson for the San Carlos Adult Community Center
• Adopt ordinance updating public project bidding thresholds under Chapter 3.14

The council adopted a consent calendar that approved a $7,376,062.80 street resurfacing contract, a citywide sidewalk repair project, three‑year economic‑development consulting agreements, a $25,000 gift for the Adult Community Center, administrative changes to the Childcare Grant Program, a $5,000 appropriation for a NAMIWalks event, and an ordinance updating bidding thresholds. It also approved the preferred Alternative 1 for the U.S. 101/Holly Street bicycle and pedestrian improvements. All motions passed with four ayes, no nays and one absent councilmember.

• Approved $7,376,062.80 street resurfacing contract (Resolution 2025-084) – 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Resolution 2025-083 accepting 2024 citywide sidewalk repair project – 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Resolution 2025-085 authorizing three‑year economic‑development consulting agreements up to $200,000 annually – 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Resolution 2025-086 accepting $25,000 gift for Adult Community Center – 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Resolution 2025-087 approving administrative modifications to Childcare Grant Program NOFA – 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Resolution 2025-088 appropriating $5,000 for NAMIWalks event – 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Ordinance 1625 updating bidding thresholds under state law – 4‑0‑1
• Approved Resolution 2025-090 selecting Preferred Alternative 1 for U.S. 101/Holly Street bicycle and pedestrian improvements – 4‑0‑1

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending that the City Council certify the Mitigated Negative Declaration and adopt the Planned Development zoning, permit, development agreement, tentative parcel map, Transportation Demand Management Plan, and grading & dirt haul certificate for two new life‑science research and development buildings with a parking structure at 789 Old County Road (APNs 046-131-610 and 046-131-630). The commission will also review a design proposal for a new sign program, including wall signs and a monument sign, for the Honda dealership at 268 Industrial Road (APN 046-052-330). Additional agenda items include officer appointments and routine reports.

• Public hearing to consider certification of Mitigated Negative Declaration and adoption of Planned Development zoning, permit, and development agreement for 789 Old County Road life‑science project
• Consideration of tentative parcel map, Transportation Demand Management Plan, and grading & dirt haul certificate for the same project
• Design review to establish a new sign program (wall signs and monument sign) for Honda dealership at 268 Industrial Road
• Appointment of Planning and Transportation Commission Chair and Vice‑Chair
• Approval of minutes from the August 4, 2025 commission meeting

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. The session concerns one case of anticipated litigation.

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

The City Council held a special meeting on August 11, 2025. No public comments were received. The only agenda item was a closed‑session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. The meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m. with no actions taken.

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will approve resolutions for sewer rehabilitation, sidewalk replacement, and electric vehicle purchases. The body will also consider an ordinance to update bidding thresholds for public projects.

• Approve 2025 On-Call Sewer Replacement Project specifications
• Approve 2025 Annual Sidewalk Replacement Project specifications
• Authorize purchase of new electric vehicles using $257,500 fund reassignment
• Authorize amendment to City Facilities Cameras Project with Edgeworth Integration, LLC
• Consider ordinance to update bidding thresholds for public projects

The council adopted the full consent calendar (items a‑o) with a 5‑0 vote, passing multiple resolutions for transportation improvements, fire inspection compliance, sewer and pavement projects, electric‑vehicle initiatives, a camera‑project addendum, and lease payments. It also introduced and passed Ordinance 1625 to revise municipal code bidding thresholds under state law, also by a 5‑0 vote. No motions were denied.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items a‑o (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1625 updating public project bidding thresholds (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑080 reassigning $257,500 from FY26‑27 to FY25‑26 for electric‑vehicle purchases (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑081 authorizing $186,016.64 addendum for camera project and $32,403 contingency (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑082 authorizing lease payments $105,000 FY25‑26 and $60,000 FY26‑27 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2025‑072‑074 supporting transportation improvement projects (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑075 authorizing amendment for the electric‑vehicle charging incentive program (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑071 acknowledging FY2024‑25 fire inspection report (5‑0)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will meet to approve minutes, hear presentations, and appoint a chair, vice-chair, and two members to the Public Art Task Force. The group will also discuss future agenda items with the Parks & Recreation Foundation.

• Approval of June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Senior Services programming
• Appointment of one PR&C Commissioner to Museum Board
• Appointment of two PR&C Commissioners to Public Art Task Force
• Upcoming meeting scheduled for October 8, 2025

The commission approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0‑1). Commissioners rotated officers, confirming Julie Lubetkin as Chair and Bob Bollier as Vice Chair (5‑0‑0). Two commissioners were appointed to the Public Art Task Force and one commissioner to the Museum of San Carlos History Board (each 5‑0‑0).

• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Appointed Julie Lubetkin as Chair and Bob Bollier as Vice Chair (5-0-0)
• Appointed Bob Bollier and Elaine Kistenmacher to Public Art Task Force (5-0-0)
• Appointed Alex Seeber to Museum of San Carlos History Board (5-0-0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a permit request. The decision concerns the use of a specific suite for instructional services.

• Minor Use Permit request for Caio Terra Academy (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Studio) at 677 Laurel Street, Suite C

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will meet to approve minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting and consider a resolution recommending the City Council approve the preferred alternative for U.S. 101/Holly bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements.

• Approval of June 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of U.S. 101/Holly bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements resolution
• Review of recent City Council actions
• Planning and Transportation Commission reports and updates

The Planning and Transportation Commission approved the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It closed public comment on a new safety project and then approved a resolution urging City Council to adopt the preferred alternative for U.S. 101/Holly bicycle and pedestrian mid‑term improvements. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Closed public comment (motion by Twisha Anand) – passed 5‑0
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (motion by Twisha Anand) – passed 5‑0
• Closed public comment on US 101/Holly safety project (motion by Summer Bundy) – passed 5‑0
• Approved resolution recommending City Council approve preferred alternative for US 101/Holly bike‑and‑pedestrian safety mid‑term improvements (motion by Summer Bundy) – passed 5‑0

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will approve a series of resolutions including a three-year contract for police services with the County of San Mateo and agreements for IT advisory services and landslide repairs. The meeting also includes a study session on the Downtown Specific Plan.

• Authorize 3-year agreement for police services with County of San Mateo ($13,446,007)
• Authorize 3-year IT agreement with Gartner, Inc. ($153,932)
• Authorize landslide repairs project with Brannon Corporation ($479,254)
• Approve updated Comprehensive Master Salary Schedule for FY 2025-26
• Study session on Downtown Specific Plan and Parks Master Plan Update

The council adopted the consent calendar items a‑p, approving multiple resolutions including a three‑year police services agreement costing $13,446,007 for FY 2025‑26, a $153,932 IT services contract, and other project and budget approvals. Council staff were directed to proceed with Option 2 of the North Crestview Park plan and to study three potential sites for a community/aquatic center. Motions to extend the meeting time were also passed.

• Adopted consent calendar items a‑p (all resolutions approved, vote 4‑0‑1)
• Approved three‑year police services agreement with $13,446,007 FY 2025‑26 payment (Resolution 2025‑063, vote 4‑0‑1)
• Approved $153,932 IT services agreement with Gartner, Inc. (Resolution 2025‑061, vote 4‑0‑1)
• Approved $479,254 landslide repairs contract with Brannon Corp. (Resolution 2025‑065, vote 4‑0‑1)
• Approved $3,058,576.40 sewer rehabilitation contract with C2R Engineering (Resolution 2025‑069, vote 4‑0‑1)
• Directed staff to proceed with Option 2 for North Crestview Park plan
• Directed staff to study three site options for a community/aquatic center
• Motion to extend meeting to 11:30 p.m. passed (vote 4‑0‑1)

Planning and Transportation Commission Special Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold public hearings regarding permit amendments for two properties on Industrial Road. The body will also conduct a study session to provide input on the Downtown Specific Plan.

• Public hearing: 201 Industrial Road request for emergency generator installation and design review
• Public hearing: 1287 Industrial Road request for CUP amendment and TDM plan for 15,631 square foot vacant space
• Study session: Presentation and input on the Downtown Specific Plan

The commission approved the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved a Conditional Use Permit Amendment, Minor Planned Development Amendment, and Design Review for 201 Industrial Road, allowing a new 2.5 MW permanent emergency generator and a 2.0 MW temporary generator, with a 5‑0 vote. The item for 1287 Industrial Road was continued to the August 4, 2025 meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0‑0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit Amendment and Minor Planned Development Amendment for 201 Industrial Road to allow a 2.5 MW permanent emergency generator and a 2.0 MW temporary generator (5‑0‑0)
• Closed public comment on the 201 Industrial Road hearing (5‑0‑0)
• Continued item 1287 Industrial Road CUP amendment to August 4, 2025 (5‑0‑0)
• Closed public comment on the meeting overall (5‑0‑0)

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a special meeting on June 10, 2025. After public comment, the council will interview two applicants and consider appointing them to the Planning and Transportation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2028, with possible alternate members and additions to the commission's eligibility list. No other agenda items are listed.

• Interview two applicants for the Planning and Transportation Commission
• Consider appointing the two applicants to the commission until June 30, 2028
• Discuss appointing alternate members and adding applicants to the commission's eligibility list

The council unanimously approved appointing Jorge Tapias and Frank Kenniasty to the Planning and Transportation Commission for terms ending June 30, 2028. They also added Vince Gritsch to the Economic Development and Advisory Commission eligibility list, appointed Alexis McFarlane as an alternate on the Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission, and added Michael Cohen, Mary Kusber, and Nataliia Saprykina to eligibility lists. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Appointed Jorge Tapias to Planning and Transportation Commission (5‑0)
• Appointed Frank Kenniasty to Planning and Transportation Commission (5‑0)
• Added Vince Gritsch to Economic Development and Advisory Commission eligibility list (5‑0)
• Appointed Alexis McFarlane as alternate on Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission (5‑0)
• Added Michael Cohen as #1 to PR&C eligibility list (5‑0)
• Added Mary Kusber as #2 to PR&C eligibility list (5‑0)
• Added Nataliia Saprykina to Museum of San Carlos History Board eligibility list (5‑0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a closed session to consider a public employee performance evaluation as required by Government Code Section 54957(B)(1). After the closed session, the council will report on the discussion. The meeting also includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation – City Manager
• Report from closed session
• Public comment (2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Call to order and adjournment

The special meeting on June 9, 2025 was called to order, had no public comments, and included a closed‑session discussion of a public employee performance evaluation. No actions, approvals, or denials were recorded, and the council adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the two-year operating and capital budgets for 2025-27 and the final design for the Phase 1 Downtown Streetscape Master Plan. The body will also consider several professional services agreements for engineering and consulting.

• Adoption of the Biennial Budget for Fiscal Years 2025-27
• Final design for Harrington Park and the 700 block of Laurel Street
• On-call engineering agreements with an annual not-to-exceed amount of $12,000,000
• Agreement with McMillan Electric for a new sound system at the Adult Community Center for $103,390
• Ordinance 1624 to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones for Local Responsibility Areas

The council adopted the FY 2025‑27 biennial operating and capital budget with a 5‑0 vote. It approved the final design for Harrington Park and directed staff to proceed with Phase 1A renovation, passing 3‑1‑1. Additional actions included adopting fire‑hazard zone ordinance, classifying fund balances, and approving multiple professional‑services agreements.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items a–h, including Ordinance 1624 for fire‑hazard zones (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑054 for final Harrington Park design (3‑1‑1)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑055 directing staff to proceed with Phase 1A renovation of Harrington Park (3‑1‑1)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑056 classifying General Fund components as committed balances (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑057 biennial budget for FY 2025‑27 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑058 setting FY 2025‑26 appropriations limit (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑050 amendment to professional‑services agreements with West Coast Code Consultants and CSG Consultants (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑051 multi‑firm professional‑services agreements for civil, geotechnical, and traffic engineering (5‑0)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will discuss designating July as Parks & Recreation Month. The meeting includes a park maintenance update and announcements for upcoming summer events at Burton Park.

• Request to City Council to designate July as Parks & Recreation Month
• Park Maintenance Update from Public Works Superintendent Lou Duran
• Pride in the Park at Burton Park (June 7)
• Music in the Park at Burton Park (Fridays, June 13 – August 29)
• Family Campout at Burton Park (August 8-9)

The commission approved the February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (amended) with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also approved the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0‑1 vote, where Commissioner Lee abstained. Finally, the commission passed a motion requesting the city council to designate July as Parks & Recreation Month, voting 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes (amended) – vote 5-0
• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 4-0-1 (Lee abstained)
• Requested Council designate July as Parks & Recreation Month – vote 5-0

Economic Development Advisory Commission Special Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will meet to discuss the Centennial program and activities. The body will also review miscellaneous updates and community anecdotes.

• Discussion on Centennial program and activities
• Approval of March 25, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of community anecdotes ("Heard on the Street")

The Economic Development Advisory Commission set its next meeting for August 26, 2025. No other actions were formally approved, denied, or tabled; the commission discussed the Centennial Program and the 2025‑26 Spotlight Program but recorded no decisions on those items.

• Scheduled next meeting for August 26, 2025 (no vote recorded)

Downtown Advisory Committee Meeting

The Downtown Advisory Committee will review and provide input on initial draft goals, policies, actions, and development standards. These items are intended for the Public Draft Downtown Specific Plan scheduled for release in late July 2025.

• Review of initial draft goals, policies/actions, and development standards for the Downtown Specific Plan

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold public hearings regarding a property subdivision and General Plan conformity for upcoming capital projects. The body will also consider canceling two July meeting dates for a summer recess.

• Public hearing for 1660 Laurel Street request to subdivide a 10,000 square foot parcel into two 5,000 square foot parcels
• General Plan Conformity Determination for Capital Improvement Projects for Fiscal Years 2025-2027
• Proposed cancellation of July 7, 2025 and July 21, 2025 regular meetings

The Planning and Transportation Commission adopted a resolution finding the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 to be in conformance with the City’s General Plan. It also approved a tentative map to subdivide the 10,000‑sq‑ft parcel at 1660 Laurel Street into two 5,000‑sq‑ft parcels. The commission authorized a summer recess and cancelled the July 7 and July 21 regular meetings, and approved the April 21 and May 5 meeting minutes.

• Approved April 21 and May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0‑0)
• Authorized summer recess and cancellation of July 7 and July 21, 2025 meetings (5‑0‑0)
• Granted approval for tentative map subdividing 1660 Laurel Street into two 5,000 sq ft parcels (5‑0‑0)
• Adopted resolution finding the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2025‑26 and 2026‑27 in conformance with the General Plan (5‑0‑0)

Zoning Administrator Hearing

The San Carlos Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a Minor Use Permit at 677 Laurel Street. The permit would allow a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studio to operate instructional services within an existing multi-tenant building.

• Public hearing for 677 Laurel Street (Caio Terra Academy) BJJ studio permit
• Request for a Minor Use Permit for instructional services
• Address: 677 Laurel Street, Suite C, San Carlos, CA 94070

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting primarily focused on closed-session discussions. The body will meet with negotiators regarding the price and payment terms for two specific properties and consult with legal counsel on anticipated litigation.

• Closed session discussion on real property at 676 and 680 El Camino Real
• Closed session discussion on real property at 1201 San Carlos Avenue
• Closed session with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation

The City Council met at 6:00 p.m. and had no public comments. In closed session, staff discussed price and payment terms for properties at 676 & 680 El Camino Real and 1201 San Carlos Avenue, and reviewed anticipated litigation. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:29 p.m.

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider several consent calendar items, including contract awards for pavement maintenance and sewer system work, and resolutions related to library bond payoff. Council members will vote on Ordinance 1622 to rezone multiple parcels for the Alexandria Center for Life Science Planned Development, and Ordinance 1623 for a related development agreement. New business includes appointing Youth Advisory Council members and a fire hazard zoning ordinance. A public hearing will address workforce vacancy trends and adopt resolutions for the 2045 General Plan Reset and 2030 General Plan amendments.

• Adopt Ordinance 1622 approving Alexandria Center for Life Science Planned Development Plan and rezoning parcels on Industrial Road, Commercial Street, and Old County Road
• Adopt Ordinance 1623 approving Development Agreement with Alexandria Real Estate Equities for the Alexandria Life Science Campus Project
• Adopt Resolution awarding 2025 Pavement Maintenance Project C9416, authorizing a $1,488,148.10 contract with Roadway Construction Inc. plus $297,630 contingency (total $1,785,778.10)
• Adopt Resolution awarding 2025 Sewer System Root Foaming Project C1752, authorizing a $140,963.68 contract with Duke’s Root Control, Inc. plus $33,986.32 contingency (total $174,950)
• Adopt Resolution authorizing early payoff of General Obligation Refunding Bonds for the Library and transfer of remaining fund balance

The council adopted the consent calendar, which included Ordinance 1622 approving the Alexandria Center for Life Science Planned Development and Ordinance 1623 approving its development agreement. It also approved resolutions authorizing a $1.49 million pavement maintenance contract, a $140,964 sewer‑root‑foaming contract, the early payoff of library bonds, and the signing of a joint‑use agreement with the school district. Council members appointed six new Youth Advisory Council voting members and adopted Ordinance 1624 to designate fire‑hazard severity zones. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Adopted Consent Calendar items A‑L, including Ordinance 1622 (Life Science Planned Development) and Ordinance 1623 (Development Agreement) (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑042 awarding $1,488,148.10 for Pavement Maintenance Project (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑044 awarding $140,963.68 for Sewer System Root Foaming Project (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑045 authorizing Joint Use Agreement with San Carlos School District (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑041 authorizing early payoff of Library General Obligation Bonds (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1624 designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones (5‑0)
• Appointed six Youth Advisory Council voting members and two alternates for 2025‑27 and 2025‑26 terms (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑043 rejecting all bids for Second Floor City Hall remodel project (5‑0)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will review upcoming youth center events and subcommittee updates. Members will debrief the Centennial Celebration event and discuss potential community opportunities related to the San Mateo County Poet Laureate appointment.

• Pop-Up Thrift Shop at Burton Park, May 17-18
• Back to the 20’s Dance (Grades 6-8) at Youth Center, May 30
• Finals and Fries at Youth Center, June 2-4
• Debrief of the Centennial Celebration event
• Discussion of San Mateo County Poet Laureate appointment

The council approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting. The meeting also included reports on upcoming events and new business, but no additional actions were decided.

• Approved minutes from April 16, 2025 meeting (motion by Maya Kacholiya, seconded by Zuri Kadiwar)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold public comment, then enter a closed session with legal counsel to discuss the existing litigation of Gerard and Bianca Zelnik against the City of San Carlos (Case No. 20-CIV-02572). A report from that closed session will follow before the meeting adjourns. No decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public comment – speakers limited to two minutes each
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on Zelnik v. City of San Carlos (Case No. 20-CIV-02572)
• Report from the closed session
• Adjournment

The San Carlos City Council convened a special meeting on May 12, 2025. No public comments were received, and the closed‑session discussion involved existing litigation. No reports, approvals, or other decisions were made before adjournment.

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will hold a public hearing on the Alexandria Center for Life Sciences project, including certification of the final environmental impact report, adoption of a rezoning ordinance, and approval of a development agreement. The meeting also includes consent calendar items that appropriate funds for a library roof upgrade, a corporation yard roof replacement with solar panels, streets resurfacing, landslide repairs, and a parcel map for a new development at 782 Elm Street. No action will be taken on agenda‑setting items, which are for future consideration.

• Approve $119,380 for Library Roof Upgrade (C2419) and $250,800 for Corporation Yard Roof Replacement and Solar Panel Upgrade (C2410) with a $722,891 contract to Diablo Roofing, Inc.
• Adopt resolution for streets resurfacing under Senate Bill 1 (Road Repair and Accountability Act).
• Adopt resolution approving parcel map for the 782 Elm Street development.
• Public hearing to certify the Environmental Impact Report and adopt rezoning and development agreement for the Alexandria Center for Life Sciences project.
• Adopt resolution approving landslide repair plans for hills above Eaton Trail, 3101 Brittan Avenue, Sheldon Avenue, and Chilton Park, and authorize a call for bids.

The City Council adopted the full Consent Calendar, approving a series of capital appropriations and policy resolutions. It also certified the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Alexandria Center for Life Science and approved the rezoning and development agreement for the project. All actions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Adopted Consent Calendar items a‑i (5‑0)
• Approved $119,380 for Library Roof Upgrade and $250,800 for Corporation Yard Roof/solar project (Resolution 2025‑035, 5‑0)
• Approved streets resurfacing for FY 2025‑26 under Senate Bill 1 (Resolution 2025‑036, 5‑0)
• Approved landslide repair project for hillsides above Eaton Trail and nearby streets (Resolution 2025‑037, 5‑0)
• Adopted parcel map for 782 Elm Street development (Resolution 2025‑038, 5‑0)
• Certified Final Environmental Impact Report and adopted CEQA findings for Alexandria Center (Resolution 2025‑040, 5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1622 to rezone Alexandria site from Heavy Industrial to Planned Development (5‑0)
• Introduced Ordinance 1623 approving Development Agreement with Alexandria Real Estate Equities (5‑0)

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two items: a resolution recommending changes to the municipal code for multi‑family and mixed‑use design standards, and a recommendation to the City Council to certify the final Environmental Impact Report and adopt the 2045 General Plan Reset Project. Staff will present reports and recommendations, and the public may comment before the Commission makes its recommendation.

• Resolution to amend Title 18 of the Municipal Code for Multi‑family (RM) and Mixed‑use (MU) Objective Design Standards
• Public hearing on Proposed General Plan Amendments and Final EIR for the 2045 General Plan Reset Project

The Planning and Transportation Commission unanimously adopted a resolution recommending the City Council amend Title 18 of the Municipal Code to create Objective Design Standards for mixed‑use and multifamily districts. It also approved resolutions to certify the Environmental Impact Report and adopt amendments to the 2030 General Plan as part of the 2045 General Plan Reset. All motions were passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Closed public comment – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Changed agenda order – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council amend Title 18 to create Objective Design Standards – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Closed public hearing – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report for the 2045 General Plan Reset – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council adopt amendments to the 2030 General Plan elements as part of the 2045 General Plan Reset – Motion passed 5‑0‑0
• Closed public comment after design standards discussion – Motion passed 5‑0‑0

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a study session to review the budget process. Members will receive presentations and provide direction on the recommended operating budget and capital improvement program.

• Recommended Two-Year Operating Budget for Fiscal Years 2025-27
• Recommended Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2025-30

The council reviewed the two‑year operating budget for FY 2025‑27 and the five‑year Capital Improvement Program. Members requested additional information and gave feedback on projects such as North Crestview Park and the Comprehensive East Side Master Streetscape Plan. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will meet for a special session to conduct a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Manager. The meeting includes a period for public comment on items not listed on the agenda.

• Closed session performance evaluation of the City Manager

The San Carlos City Council convened a special meeting on April 28, 2025. The agenda included a closed‑session discussion of a public employee performance evaluation, but no actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider adopting the Downtown Streetscape Master Plan and a suite of fee adjustments for FY 2025‑26, including changes to user fees, park development, sewer capacity, childcare impact, and traffic impact fees. The council will also act on several consent‑calendar items, such as a public‑utility easement for the 1244 Cherry Street affordable housing project, approval of the 2025 Sewer Rehabilitation Project, and a public‑art mural on Laurel Street. An agenda‑setting discussion will explore the possibility of banning gas‑powered leaf blowers for future consideration.

• Adopt a resolution adopting the San Carlos Downtown Streetscape Master Plan (public hearing).
• Adopt a resolution authorizing adjustments to multiple user fees and adding three new fees for FY 2025‑26 (public hearing).
• Adopt a resolution granting a public‑utility easement for a new alleyway at 1244 Cherry Street affordable housing development (consent calendar).
• Adopt a resolution approving the 2025 Sewer Rehabilitation Project C9617 plans and authorizing a call for bids (consent calendar).
• Adopt a resolution approving the Centennial Community Grant Program temporary pavement public‑art mural on the 700 block of Laurel Street (consent calendar).

The Council approved the Consent Calendar items, including resolutions on housing easements, sewer rehabilitation and a public‑art mural. It adopted the San Carlos Downtown Streetscape Master Plan with multiple amendments. It also approved adjustments to user fees and added three new fees for FY 2025‑26.

• Adopt Consent Calendar items a‑g (waive reading, approve March minutes, housing agency report, easement HA‑015, sewer rehab 2025‑029, public art mural 2025‑030) – Motion passed 5‑0
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑031 adopting Downtown Streetscape Master Plan with amendments – Motion passed 5‑0
• Adopt Resolution 2025‑032 adjusting user fees, park facility development fee, sewer capacity charge, childcare development impact fee, traffic impact fee and adding three new fees – Motion passed 5‑0
• Extend meeting to 11:30 p.m. – Motion passed 5‑0
• Extend meeting to 12:00 a.m. – Motion passed 5‑0
• Extend meeting to 12:10 a.m. – Motion passed 5‑0
• Close public hearing on Downtown Streetscape plan – Motion passed 5‑0
• Close public hearing on fee adjustments – Motion passed 5‑0

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending the City Council certify an Environmental Impact Report and adopt zoning, permits, and development agreements for the Alexandria Center for Life Sciences campus on Commercial Street and Old County Road.

• Public hearing for Alexandria Life Sciences campus zoning and development permits
• Consideration of Environmental Impact Report certification
• Review of Tentative Parcel Map and Master Sign Program
• Approval of April 2, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission Special Meeting Minutes

The Planning and Transportation Commission adopted resolutions recommending the City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report and adopt the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan. It also approved the ordinance that adopts the Planned Development Plan, the zoning map, and the Development Agreement for the campus. In addition, the commission approved the design review certificate, tentative parcel map, Transportation Demand Management Plan, grading, protected tree removal, and dirt haul certificate. All motions passed with a 4‑0‑1 vote.

• Approved resolution recommending City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report and adopt the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (4-0-1)
• Approved resolution recommending City Council adopt ordinance approving the Planned Development Plan, adopt the zoning map, and approve the Development Agreement (4-0-1)
• Approved design review certificate, tentative parcel map, Transportation Demand Management Plan, grading, protected tree removal, and dirt haul certificate (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes from the April 2, 2025 special meeting (4-0-1)
• Closed public comment (first motion) (4-0-1)
• Closed public comment (second motion) (4-0-1)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will receive a presentation from SamTrans regarding youth transit benefits. The body will also coordinate volunteer schedules for a Pop-Up Thrift Shop and review updates on the Centennial Celebration and Agents of Discovery mission.

• Presentation from SamTrans on youth transit benefits
• Determination of Pop-Up Thrift volunteer shift schedule
• Update on Centennial Celebration volunteer sign ups and planning
• Brainstorming for a New YAC Member Toolkit
• Proposed collaboration with TAMMIRA Wellness Virtual Platform

The council approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting after a motion by Zuri Kadiwar and a second by Karan Sangani. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and planning updates.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Zuri Kadiwar, seconded by Karan Sangani)

Downtown Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Downtown Advisory Committee will meet to review and discuss proposed parking and transportation demand management strategies for the Downtown Specific Plan. The meeting will be held in-person at the Library Community Room on 610 Elm Street.

• Review and discuss proposed parking and transportation demand management strategies
• Meeting held at Library Community Room, 610 Elm Street
• No remote participation option available

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the 2025 Strategic Plan and funding for meal services for residents. The body will also review several infrastructure projects and insurance agreements.

• Adoption of the City of San Carlos 2025 Strategic Plan
• Appropriation of $51,000 for the Midblock Crossing Project at 1650 Industrial Road
• Amendment to Terocons Inc. agreement in the amount of $278,890.95
• Appropriation of $12,870 to Peninsula Volunteers, Inc. for resident meal services
• Approval of 2025 Sewer System Root Foaming Project and 2025 Pavement Maintenance Project bids

The San Carlos City Council adopted its 2025 Strategic Plan and approved several infrastructure and service resolutions. A consent calendar covering items a–k, including waiving ordinance readings, approving minutes, appropriating $51,000 for a midblock crossing, and denying two claims, passed unanimously. Additional resolutions approved the 2025 Pavement Maintenance Project and a $12,870 meal service appropriation, each with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted Consent Calendar items a–k (waive readings, approve minutes, appropriate $51,000, deny two claims) – Motion passed 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-026 for the 2025 Pavement Maintenance Project – Motion passed 5‑0
• Adopted Resolution 2025-027 adopting the City of San Carlos 2025 Strategic Plan – Motion passed 5‑0
• Approved Resolution 2025-028 appropriating $12,870 to Peninsula Volunteers for meal services – Motion passed 5‑0

Planning and Transportation Commission Special Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a housing project amendment and discuss the Downtown Streetscape Master Plan. The body will also hold a study session on parking reform and transportation demand management.

• Public hearing for 11 El Camino Real to add 9 units to a 242-unit building (total 251 rental units)
• Resolution recommending City Council adopt the Downtown Streetscape Master Plan
• Study Session for the Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project

The commission voted 4‑0‑1 to approve the design review and below‑market‑rate housing plan amendment for 11 El Camino Real, adding nine units for a total of 251 rental units, including 38 below‑market‑rate units and 306 parking stalls. They also voted 4‑0‑1 to adopt a resolution recommending the City Council adopt the San Carlos Downtown Streetscape Master Plan. Procedural motions to close public comment and public hearings each passed 4‑0‑1.

• Approve Design Review & Below Market Rate Housing Plan Amendment for 11 El Camino Real (4‑0‑1)
• Adopt resolution recommending City Council adopt Downtown Streetscape Master Plan (4‑0‑1)
• Close public comment (4‑0‑1)
• Close public hearing after housing item (4‑0‑1)
• Close public hearing after streetscape item (4‑0‑1)

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will approve minutes from February and discuss a recommendation for a mural on the 700 block of Laurel Street. The meeting will also include updates on park programs and capital projects.

• Approval of February 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of Centennial Mural on 700 block of Laurel Street
• Parks & Recreation Programs and Capital Improvement Project Updates
• Request to designate July as Parks & Recreation Month
• Public comment period

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission voted to recommend a centennial mural at the 700 block of Laurel Street, passing the motion with a 5‑0‑1 vote (five ayes, no nays, one absent). The February 2, 2025 meeting minutes were not approved and were postponed to the June meeting for additional notes. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Recommend Centennial Mural on 700 Block of Laurel Street passed (5-0-1)
• Approval of February 2, 2025 meeting minutes postponed to June meeting

Planning and Transportation Commission Special Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a study session to discuss the public draft of the Northeast Area Specific Plan. The body will also consider approving the minutes from its March 17, 2025 meeting.

• Study Session for the Northeast Area Specific Plan Public Draft
• Approval of March 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Planning and Transportation Commission unanimously approved the motion to close public comment. It also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting.

• Closed public comment (motion passed 5‑0‑0)
• Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed 5‑0‑0)

Downtown Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Downtown Advisory Committee will discuss the draft Downtown Specific Plan, covering its overall vision, guiding principles, policy areas, and design standards. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for review and public comment. Materials are available at the city website or in person.

• Overview of proposed Downtown Specific Plan Vision and Principles
• Discussion of policy areas within the Downtown Specific Plan
• Review of standards to be addressed in the Downtown Specific Plan

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will review an update on next steps for adopting the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan. Commissioners will gather input on potential Shop Local 2025 initiatives. The meeting includes an overview of long‑range planning efforts, such as the Downtown Specific Plan, Northeast Area Specific Plan, and General Plan Reset. Routine items include approval of the January 28, 2025 meeting minutes and public comment on non‑agenda topics.

• Approval of the January 28, 2025 EDAC meeting minutes
• 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan adoption – update on next steps
• Shop Local 2025 – input on potential initiatives
• Long‑Range Plans discussion – Downtown Specific Plan, Northeast Area Specific Plan, General Plan Reset

The Economic Development Advisory Commission approved the minutes from its January 28, 2025 meeting after a motion by Chair Sailesh Mehra and a second by Commissioner Madhura Kumar. Staff presented the adopted 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan and discussed Shop Local 2025 ideas, but no formal actions or votes were recorded on those items. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Approved Jan 28 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Sailesh Mehra, second by Madhura Kumar)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed session. The session involves conferences with legal counsel regarding five cases of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session regarding 5 cases of anticipated litigation

The San Carlos City Council convened a special meeting, opened a closed‑session legal conference, and adjourned without any votes, approvals, or other actions.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan and the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan. The body will also review the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and receive a climate plan update.

• Adoption of the Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan
• Adoption of the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan
• Acceptance of the 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Cancellation of the two July City Council meetings for summer recess
• Update on the Climate Mitigation and Adaptation Plan

The San Carlos City Council approved the Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan, directing staff to make the plan accessible, fund native‑plant planting, and require council review for any permitting‑fee waivers. The council also adopted the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan, ordering staff to reprioritize the Industrial Arts District and pursue funding for quick‑win projects. Both resolutions passed unanimously with one councilmember absent. The consent calendar items a‑d were likewise adopted without opposition.

• Adopt Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan (4‑0‑1)
• Adopt 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan (4‑0‑1)
• Waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar) (4‑0‑1)
• Approve February 10, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar) (4‑0‑1)
• Declare summer recess and cancel two July meetings (consent calendar) (4‑0‑1)
• Accept 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (consent calendar) (4‑0‑1)

Two Plus Two Joint City/School Committee Meeting

The San Carlos Joint City/School Committee will meet to receive updates on several shared initiatives. The body will discuss the Joint Use Agreement, Measure H, and youth mental health work.

• Update on Joint Use Agreement
• Measure H
• Safe Routes to School
• Alameda de las Pulgas Corridor Improvement Project Update
• Centennial Celebration

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will consider a design review for a new sign program and a protected tree removal permit at San Carlos Plaza. One other public hearing item regarding the Alexandria Center for Life Sciences has been continued to a date uncertain.

• Design Review for a new Sign Program and Monument Sign at 21 El Camino Real (San Carlos Plaza)
• Protected Tree Removal Permit at 21 El Camino Real
• Alexandria Center for Life Sciences campus proposal (continued to a date uncertain)

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council will hold its regular meeting on March 12, 2025. It will approve minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting, receive reports from council members and subcommittees, and review the proposed Senior Prom budget and supply list. The meeting also includes public comment and correspondence items.

• Approve minutes from the February 12, 2025 Youth Advisory Council meeting
• Agents of Discovery Library Mission launched March 1‑31
• Youth Advisory Council application open, due April 16
• Review the proposed Senior Prom budget and supply list
• San Mateo County Youth Commission Intergenerational Program Survey

City Council Special Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will meet in closed session to discuss price and payment terms for the real property located at 676 and 680 El Camino Real (APNs 050‑133‑340 and 050‑133‑350) with the owners. A separate closed‑session conference will be held with legal counsel to address anticipated litigation. The meeting also includes a public comment period limited to two‑minute speakers.

• Closed‑session conference with negotiators Haque, Maltbie, Rubens and Savay on price and terms for 676 and 680 El Camino Real
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (Govt. Code §54956.9(D)(2)-(5))
• Public comment period (each speaker limited to two minutes)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss the Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan and a $4 million transfer to pay down CalPERS unfunded liabilities. The body will also review design choices for the 700 block of Laurel Street and Harrington Park.

• Transfer of $4 million from Unfunded Liability Reserve to CalPERS
• Adoption of the Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan
• Amendments for the 1244 Cherry Street Affordable Housing Project
• Design direction for 700 block of Laurel Street and Harrington Park
• Appointments to Economic Development, Parks, Recreation and Culture, and Museum of History boards

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending the City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report and adopt the Planned Development zoning, permit, and agreement for the Alexandria Center for Life Sciences campus. The hearing will also review the tentative parcel map, transportation demand management plan, grading and dirt haul certificate, master sign program, tree removal, and design review. The applicant has asked to postpone the decision to the March 17, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes approval of February 18, 2025 minutes and a presentation on the 2024 Housing Element progress report.

• Public hearing on Alexandria Center for Life Sciences (multiple APNs) – recommendation to certify EIR, adopt PD zoning, permit, agreement, and related plans
• Applicant request to continue the hearing to March 17, 2025
• Approval of February 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation of 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes several routine approvals and a resolution to appropriate an additional $150,000 from the General Capital Fund to fund the Traffic Signal Master Plan Implementation Project C2405. Other items on the consent calendar involve adopting specifications for roof replacement projects, awarding a $95,975 contract for street‑name sign replacement, and accepting landslide remediation projects in Big Canyon Park. The meeting also includes a study session on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and the 2045 General Plan Reset.

• Adopt resolution appropriating $150,000 from Fund 25 to Traffic Signal Master Plan Implementation Project C2405
• Adopt resolution approving specifications for Corporation Yard and Library roof replacement projects and authorizing a call for bids
• Adopt resolution awarding $95,975 contract to Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC for Illuminated Street Name Sign Replacement Project C1712, plus $9,600 contingency
• Adopt resolutions accepting Big Canyon Park landslide projects behind 3144 Britt an Avenue (C2319) and 3141‑61 Melendy Drive (C2320)
• Adopt resolution appointing Ron Collins as San Carlos representative to the San Carlos Development Corporation (the Elms) Board of Directors

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will meet on February 18, 2025 at City Hall to consider the Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan. The agenda also includes reports on recent City Council actions and updates on current planning projects. Public comment will be accepted on matters not listed on the agenda.

• Pulgas Creek Watershed Management Plan – discussion
• Report on Recent City Council Actions
• Planning Staff updates on current projects
• Commission comments or reports

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will discuss youth center programming, subcommittee updates, and plan decorations and music for an Intergenerational Prom. The council will also select four representatives to present these ideas to the Friends of the ACC subcommittee.

• Discussion of Club Drive Crosswalk Proposal
• Review of Teen Wellness Retreat agenda and registration
• Planning for Pop-Up Thrift Shop Event
• Planning for Agents of Discovery March-July missions
• Brainstorming for Intergenerational Prom decorations, photobooth, and music

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Attorney. The meeting includes a period for public comment on matters not listed on the agenda.

• Closed session performance evaluation of the City Attorney

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes waiving reading of ordinances, approving the January 13 2025 meeting minutes, and adopting several resolutions. These resolutions authorize the City Manager to execute a two‑year $147,000 professional services agreement with Flock Group Inc. for automatic license‑plate‑recognition cameras, a facility use agreement for installing eight electric‑vehicle chargers at 505 Skyway Road, a primary grant agreement with the San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Measures A/W funding, and a $104,500 video‑services contract with Kingston Media for the City Centennial project. The council will also receive presentations on design standards for future residential development and on improvements to the 700 block of Laurel Street and Harrington Park. Public comment will be allowed on items not on the agenda.

• Adopt resolution for $147,000 two‑year ALPR camera contract with Flock Group Inc.
• Approve facility use agreement for installing eight EV chargers at 505 Skyway Road (Starbucks‑Tesla).
• Approve $104,500 video services contract with Kingston Media for City Centennial (C2309) plus $10,000 contingency.
• Authorize primary grant agreement with San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Measures A/W funding.
• Waive reading of all ordinances and approve January 13, 2025 meeting minutes.

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will conduct a study session for a Strategic Planning Retreat. The body will review the city's mission, vision, and values, and update the 2024 Strategic Plan to set goals for 2025.

• Conduct a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis
• Review and update 2024 Strategic Plan
• Select and provide direction on 2025 goals

Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will review the proposed schedule for 2025 and receive a report on the Parks Master Plan from GATES + Associates. The meeting also includes updates on programs and capital improvement projects.

• Receive report on Parks Master Plan from GATES + Associates
• Review Proposed Schedule for 2025
• Parks & Recreation Programs, Services & Capital Improvement Project Updates
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from December 4, 2024
• Upcoming community events: Summer Camp Fair, Blood Drive, Public Safety Fair, Teen Wellness Retreat

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public comment hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the 2045 General Plan Reset and present proposed General Plan amendments. The commission will also approve the minutes from the January 21, 2025 meeting, consider Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests, and receive reports on recent City Council actions. A public comment period will follow for items not on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the 2045 General Plan Reset and presentation of proposed General Plan amendments
• Approval of minutes from the January 21, 2025 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting
• Assembly Bill 2449 teleconference requests
• Report on recent City Council actions
• Public comment on items not listed on the agenda

Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Economic Development Advisory Commission will review the final draft of the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan to gather comments before it is sent to the City Council for approval. The body will also discuss community anecdotes and updates.

• Review of 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan Final Draft
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several consent calendar items, including professional service agreements and a staff reclassification. The body will also receive presentations from HIP Housing and recognize Don Eaton.

• Public Projects Agreement with Precision Concrete Cutting for citywide sidewalk shaving for $291,957.86 plus a $29,196 contingency
• Professional Services Agreement with California CAD Solutions, Inc. for GIS services not to exceed $154,000 per contract calendar year
• Reclassification of Senior Sustainability Specialist to Senior Management Analyst with an annual appropriation of $7,000
• Presentation from HIP Housing regarding community services
• Proclamation recognizing Don Eaton for Founding Week of the Family

Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning and Transportation Commission will approve the minutes from its November 18, 2024 meeting and consider a presentation on the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Transit‑Oriented Communities policy and the city’s plan for compliance. The commission will also receive reports on recent City Council actions, staff updates on current projects, and other correspondence. Public comment will be limited to items not on the agenda.

• Approval of November 18, 2024 Planning and Transportation Commission meeting minutes
• Presentation on MTC Transit‑Oriented Communities policy and city compliance plan
• Report on recent City Council actions
• Planning staff comments, reports, and updates on current projects
• Public comment limited to items not on the agenda

City Council Regular Meeting

The San Carlos City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including waiving ordinance readings, approving prior meeting minutes, and adopting two resolutions: one to extend the City‑San Carlos School District field maintenance agreement through June 30, 2025, and another to adopt the Countywide and City of San Carlos Local Roadway Safety Plan with Vision Zero goals. The council will also receive an update on fire and emergency services and consider a new‑business resolution for a joint emergency services agreement and subcommittee appointments.

• Waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar)
• Adopt resolution to extend field maintenance agreement (Jan 1 2025‑Jun 30 2025)
• Adopt resolution for Countywide and City of San Carlos Local Roadway Safety Plan
• Appoint Ron Collins to San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board (term ends Dec 31 2028)
• Consider resolution approving Second Revised Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for San Mateo County Operational Area Emergency Services Council

Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Council will discuss updates on sustainability goals, the Alameda Pathway Proposal, and community engagement events. The council is also tasked with determining the planning and volunteer schedule for the Intergenerational Prom.

• Discussion of Alameda Pathway Proposal updates
• Planning and volunteer scheduling for Intergenerational Prom
• Review of 2025 Sustainability subcommittee goals
• Feedback on the December 16-18 Finals & Fries event
• Updates on Winter Baby Care and Holiday Toy drives