Foster City public meetings in 2022

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council and EMID Board will consider a resolution to accept a $500,000 grant from the Gilead Sciences Foundation. The meeting is a special teleconferenced session held under the Brown Act due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Resolution to authorize City Manager to execute grant agreement with Gilead Sciences Foundation for $500,000
• Resolution to authorize District Manager to execute same grant agreement for $500,000
• Grant funds to be deposited into account No. 301-0000-369-1608

The City Council and Estero Municipal Improvement District approved a grant letter of agreement with the Gilead Sciences Foundation, Inc. This action authorizes the receipt of $500,000 in grant funding.

• Approved City Resolution No. 2022-143 to execute grant agreement with Gilead Sciences Foundation for $500,000 (5-0-0)
• Approved EMID Resolution No. 3698 to execute grant agreement with Gilead Sciences Foundation for $500,000 (5-0-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will consider recommendations to the City Council regarding zoning map amendments. These items involve reallocating office space to laboratory use at Vintage Park and allowing research and development uses at Century Plaza.

• Reallocation of 250,000 square feet of office space to laboratory use at Vintage Park
• Permanent use of the Gilead Park within the Vintage Park General Development Plan
• Research and development use for up to 87,000 square feet at 1065 East Hillsdale Boulevard
• Modification of parking at Century Plaza to remove five spaces, resulting in 327 total spaces
• Appointment of a Planning Commission member to the Recreation Center Replacement Project Task Force

Audit Committee Special Meeting

The Foster City Audit Committee will review the Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and related reports for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022. They will also consider a directed study on the impact of interest rate increases on the city's balance sheet. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and planning for an annual report to the City Council.

• Review of Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for FY2022
• Review of Draft Measure A, Measure W, and Appropriations Limit Reports for FY2022
• Review of Draft Memorandum of Internal Control and Required Communications for FY2022
• Directed study on impact of 100, 870, and 1000 basis point increases on balance sheet items
• Preparation of written annual report of 2022 accomplishments for City Council

The Audit Committee accepted the draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and several other financial reports for the year ended June 30, 2022. The committee also acknowledged the presentation of a Directed Study on basis point increases. Chair Michael Barry will prepare a report of 2022 accomplishments for the City Council.

• Accepted April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
• Accepted draft FY2021-2022 annual comprehensive financial report and other reports (4-0-1)
• Acknowledged presentation of Directed Study on basis point increases (4-0-1)

Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting on December 14, 2022, to discuss a community workshop previously held on January 12, 2022, and its marketing and outreach. The meeting will be held via teleconference and in person, with public comment accepted both ways.

• Discussion of January 12, 2022 Community Workshop
• Discussion of January 12, 2022 Community Workshop - Marketing and Outreach
• Approval of November 9, 2022 Meeting Minutes

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council will hold a special meeting to certify the November 8, 2022 general municipal election results, swear in newly elected councilmembers Stacy Jimenez and Art Kiesel, and reorganize the council by electing a mayor and vice mayor. Outgoing members Sanjay Gehani and Richa Awasthi will give leaving-office statements.

• Adopt resolution declaring results of the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election
• Oaths of office for councilmembers-elect Stacy Jimenez and Art Kiesel
• Nominations and election of Mayor/President and Vice Mayor/Vice President
• Leaving-office statements by Councilmember Sanjay Gehani and Mayor Richa Awasthi

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, general municipal election results, seating Stacy Jimenez and Art Kiesel. The new council subsequently elected Jon Froomin as Mayor/President and Patrick Sullivan as Vice Mayor/Vice President.

• Approved minutes of December 5, 2022, Regular Meeting (5-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution No 2022-142 certifying Stacy Jimenez and Art Kiesel as elected Council members (5-0-0)
• Elected Jon Froomin to the office of Mayor/President (5-0-0)
• Elected Patrick Sullivan to the office of Vice Mayor/Vice President (5-0-0)

Youth Advisory Committee Meeting

The Foster City Youth Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and vote on 2023 goals, review the Walking in a Winter Wonderland event, and plan a Tree Lighting Ceremony and Library Series.

• Walking in a Winter Wonderland event review
• Tree Lighting Ceremony overview
• Library Series planning/discussion
• 2023 Goals discussion/voting

Parks and Recreation Committee Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review and approve its draft goals for 2023, discuss a draft year-end report to the City Council, and provide feedback on the Recreation Center Public Participation Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Foster City Sister City Committee and committee member sign-ups for monthly reports.

• Review and approve Parks and Recreation Committee draft goals for 2023
• Review and discuss draft year-end Committee report to City Council
• Review and provide feedback on Recreation Center Public Participation Plan
• Presentation by Foster City Sister City Committee Member Tracy Delmonico
• Committee member sign-ups for monthly reports concerning parks and recreation facilities and programs

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council will hold a public hearing on amending the General Plan and zoning map to allow research and development uses at 1001 and 1051 E. Hillsdale Boulevard (Parkside Towers). The council will also vote on consent items including a $158,500 task order for roof replacements and a $760,000 contract amendment for levee protection planning. Other actions include adopting an amended pay plan for FY 2022-2023 and extending the COVID-19 teleconference emergency proclamation.

• Public hearing on General Plan amendment to allow residential, mixed-use, commercial, and R&D uses at Parkside Towers (1001 & 1051 E. Hillsdale Blvd)
• Task order with Bartos Architecture Inc. for $158,500 for roof replacements at city buildings and Sea Cloud Park substation study
• Contract amendment with Schaaf & Wheeler for $760,000 for Phase III of Levee Protection Planning and Improvements Project
• Adoption of annual capacity and development impact fee report, establishing three new impact fee funds
• Adoption of amended pay plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

The City Council approved a General Plan amendment and zoning map modification to allow research and development (R&D) uses at 1001 and 1051 E. Hillsdale Boulevard. The Council also authorized funding and contract extensions for levee protection projects and adopted an amended pay plan for FY 2022-2023.

• Approved General Plan amendment to allow residential, mixed use, office, commercial retail, service, and R&D uses in Town Center Commercial category (4-0-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment to allow R&D use at Parkside Towers (1001 and 1051 E. Hillsdale Blvd) (4-0-0)
• Approved $760,000 contract amendment with Schaaf & Wheeler Consulting Civil Engineers for levee protection Phase III services (4-0-0)
• Approved one-year extension of management consulting services with Regional Government Services Authority for levee protection project (4-0-0)
• Adopted amended Pay Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (4-0-0)
• Approved $158,500 task order with Bartos Architecture Inc. for city building roof replacements and Sea Cloud Park substation study (4-0-0)
• Authorized RFP for construction management for the Recreation Center Replacement Project (4-0-0)
• Extended local emergency proclamation regarding Covid-19 to allow teleconference meetings (4-0-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three major items: a proposal to reallocate 250,000 square feet of office space to lab use in the Gilead master plan at Vintage Park, a recommendation to City Council on zoning and map amendments to implement the Cycle 6 Housing Element, and an architectural review for a home addition on Mullet Court. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Reallocation of 250,000 sq ft of office to lab space in Gilead's South Campus at 300-368 Lakeside Drive and 301-309 Velocity Way
• Zoning text amendments (RZ2022-0003) and map amendments (RZ2022-0002) to implement Cycle 6 Housing Element
• Updated preferences for tenants of affordable housing units in the Existing Unit Purchase Program
• Architectural review for a 1,215 sq ft addition to a single-family home at 377 Mullet Court
• Temporary Gilead Park to become permanent as part of Vintage Park GDP update

The Planning Commission approved a residential addition and recommended several zoning and housing element amendments to the City Council to comply with state law. A request regarding the Vintage Park master plan was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved home addition of 102 sq ft (1st story) and 1,113 sq ft (2nd story) at 377 Mullet Court (3-0-0-2)
• Recommended City Council adopt text amendments to Title 17 Zoning for RHNA 5th Cycle and RHNA 6 Housing Element (3-0-0-2)
• Recommended City Council adopt ordinance eliminating minimum floor area in Chapter 17.56 (3-0-0-2)
• Recommended City Council adopt zoning map amendments for RHNA 6 Housing Element (3-0-0-2)
• Recommended City Council adopt resolution amending tenant preferences for Existing Unit Purchase Program affordable housing (3-0-0-2)
• Continued recommendation for Vintage Park/Gilead Sciences zoning map amendment to December 15, 2022 (3-0-0-2)
• Approved minutes of November 17, 2022 meeting (3-0-0-2)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider a $5,483,957 agreement with Group 4 Architecture for design and construction support of the Recreation Center Replacement Project. A public hearing is scheduled on proposed 5% solid waste rate increases for 2023. The consent calendar includes a $150,000 sole-source water meter purchase and a $56,800 synthetic turf resurfacing contract for Sea Cloud Park.

• $5,483,957 design contract for Recreation Center Replacement Project (CIP 301-678)
• Public hearing on 5% solid waste collection rate increase for 2023
• Sole-source purchase of Sensus water meters up to $150,000 from Thirkettle Corp
• $56,800 contract for Sea Cloud Park S4 synthetic turf resurfacing (CIP 301-709)
• Adoption of updated Investment Policy and extension of teleconference meeting authority

The City Council approved a professional services agreement for the Recreation Center Replacement Project and authorized an increase in solid waste collection rates for 2023. The Council also updated the city's investment policy and approved several infrastructure and utility contracts.

• Approved $5,483,957 agreement with Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc for Recreation Center Replacement Project (5-0-0)
• Approved 5.0% increase to Solid Waste, Recyclables, and Organic Materials Collection Rates and 4.184% increase for Unscheduled Services for 2023 (5-0-0)
• Adopted updated Investment Policy and authorized joining the California Asset Management Trust (5-0-0)
• Approved $150,000 sole source purchase of Sensus Large Water Meters from Thirkettle Corporation (5-0-0)
• Approved $56,800 agreement with Verde Design, Inc. for Sea Cloud Park S4 Synthetic Resurfacing Project (5-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 656 adding Tobacco Retailer Permit and enforcement sections to Municipal Code (4-0-0)
• Extended local emergency proclamation regarding Covid-19 and teleconference meeting accessibility (5-0-0)
• Accepted reports on Levee Improvements Project and Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan Improvements (5-0-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission will hold a study session to review preliminary plans and architectural concepts for a new two-story waterfront house at 150 Flying Mist Isle. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment periods. No other public hearings or new business items are scheduled.

• Study session to review preliminary plan for a 4,134 sq. ft. two-story waterfront house at 150 Flying Mist Isle (APN: 094-082-210)
• Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from November 3, 2022 regular meeting
• Meeting conducted via hybrid in-person/teleconference format under COVID-19 emergency provisions
• Public comments accepted in person, via Zoom, or by email to [email protected]

The Commission approved the minutes from the November 3, 2022, regular meeting. The body also held a study session to review preliminary architectural concepts for a new waterfront house at 150 Flying Mist Isle, though no formal action was taken on the project.

• Approved Minutes of November 3, 2022 Regular Meeting (4-0-0-1)

City Council/Planning Commission Joint Meeting

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a study session to review comments from the California Department of Housing and Community Development on the 2023-2031 Draft Housing Element Update and discuss revisions for resubmittal. They will also receive an overview of zoning and General Plan amendments related to the Housing Element, including modifications to tenant preferences for the existing unit purchase program. No formal action will be taken; the session is for discussion and comment only.

• Review of HCD comments on 2023-2031 Draft Housing Element Update (GP2020-0002)
• Overview of zoning and General Plan amendments (RZ2022-0003, RZ2022-0002, GP2022-0001) for Housing Element implementation
• Modification of tenant preferences for the Existing Unit Purchase Program
• No action — comments only on both agenda items

The joint meeting consisted of a study session to review comments from the California Department of Housing and Community Development regarding the 2023-2031 Draft Housing Element Update. The bodies also discussed zoning and General Plan amendments and modifications to the Tenant Preferences for the Existing Unit Purchase Program. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee Meeting

The Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Cascadia Consulting Group about the upcoming November 30 Community Meeting and discuss topics and questions for Community Survey #1. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Cascadia Consulting Group presentation on November 30 Community Meeting content
• Discussion of topics and question suggestions for Community Survey #1
• Approval of October 12, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting updated 2022 California building codes with local amendments, and will consider final adoption of an ordinance banning flavored tobacco products. The council will also vote on creating a new Assistant City Manager position with a $1,901 budget appropriation, and on purchasing three Ford F-250 trucks for $68,145. Other items include approving a $20,196 contribution to the high school after-school bus program and canceling the December 19 regular meeting.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2022 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire, Energy, and Green Building Standards codes with local amendments
• Final adoption of ordinance banning sale of flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes (Chapter 8.11)
• Resolution to create an Assistant City Manager position and appropriate $1,901 for FY 2022-2023
• Purchase of three 2023 Ford F-250 trucks with utility beds for $68,145 from Vehicle Replacement Fund
• Contribution of $20,196 to San Mateo Union High School District for After School Activity Bus Program

The City Council adopted the 2022 editions of several California building, fire, and energy codes. The council also approved the purchase of three utility trucks and created an Assistant City Manager position.

• Adopted 2022 California Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire, Existing Building, Energy, and Green Building Standards Codes (5-0-0)
• Approved $68,145 for three 2023 Ford F-250 utility trucks (4-1-0)
• Approved $20,196 contribution to San Mateo Union High School District ASA Bus Program (5-0-0)
• Approved creation of Assistant City Manager position and $1,901 in additional funding (5-0-0)
• Passed to second reading ordinance for Tobacco Retailer Permits and flavored tobacco sales regulation (4-0-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 653 regulating sale of flavored tobacco products and e-cigarettes (4-0-0)
• Cancelled the December 19, 2022 Regular Meeting (5-0-0)
• Accepted 4th Quarter FY 2021-22 Financial Update (5-0-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending that the City Council approve amendments to the General Plan and Zoning Map to allow conversion of up to 374,000 square feet of office space to research and development uses at the Parkside Towers building at 1001 East Hillsdale Boulevard. The item also includes approval of a Specific Development Plan/Use Permit and associated environmental review. The Commission will take public testimony and may adopt a resolution.

• General Plan amendment to allow residential, mixed-use, commercial retail, and R&D in Town Center land use category (GP2021-0003)
• Zoning map amendment to modify the Parkside Towers General Development Plan for office-to-R&D conversion (RZ2021-0005)
• Specific Development Plan/Use Permit for conversion of up to 374,000 sq ft of office to R&D at 1001 East Hillsdale Boulevard (UP2021-0036)
• Environmental review (EA2021-0003) associated with the project
• Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from October 20, 2022 regular meeting

Youth Advisory Committee Meeting

The Foster City Youth Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss old business from the October 3 City Council meeting, and new business including a welcome from Councilmember Froomin, selection of YAC officers, YAC shirt ideas, winter philanthropy discussion, and Halloween event overview and signups.

• Councilmember Froomin welcome
• YAC Officers selection
• YAC Shirt ideas
• Winter Philanthropy discussion
• Halloween overview and signups

Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and set draft goals for 2023, review future agenda topics, and explore opportunities for community engagement and volunteering. A presentation on the Habitat Garden is also scheduled. The meeting is held via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Presentation on the Habitat Garden by Lead Maintenance Worker Nazmeen Schroeder
• Review and discuss Parks and Recreation Committee draft goals for 2023
• Review and discuss opportunities for community engagement, volunteering, and feedback on Parks and Recreation facilities and programs
• Year-End Committee Report to City Council

Levee Bond Oversight Committee Meeting

The Levee Bond Oversight Committee will meet via teleconference to review and discuss levee project expenditures for the first quarter of fiscal year 2022-23 (July through September 2022) and consider approval of an annual report to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 28, 2022 meeting and a verbal update on levee improvements.

• Review of Levee Project Expenditures for FY 22/23 Q1 (July 1 – September 30, 2022)
• Discussion and approval of Annual Report to City Council
• Approval of July 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Verbal update on Levee Improvements Project

Transportation Subcommittee Meeting

The Foster City Transportation Subcommittee will receive updates on the US 101/SR92 Short Term Area Improvement Project, discuss the One Bay Area Grant Cycle 3 program, and review two CIP projects: new traffic signals and street rehabilitation.

• US 101/SR92 Short Term Area Improvement Project update
• MTC One Bay Area Grant Cycle 3 (OBAG) County and Local Program update
• CIP 301-681: New Traffic Signals at Various Locations
• CIP 301-697: Street Rehabilitation (FY 20-21)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission will hold a study session to review and discuss a proposal to allow research and development (R&D) use at the Century Plaza office building at 1065 E. Hillsdale Boulevard. The item is for discussion only; no decision will be made at this meeting.

• Study session on proposal to allow R&D use at 1065 E. Hillsdale Boulevard (Century Plaza office building)
• Project includes GP2021-0005, EA2021-0005, RZ2021-0006, and UP2021-0043
• Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from September 1, 2022 regular meeting

The Planning Commission held a study session to discuss a proposal to allow Research and Development (R&D) use at the Century Plaza office building at 1065 E. Hillsdale Boulevard. No formal decision was made; commissioners raised questions and requested additional information for a future public hearing. The meeting also included approval of the September 1, 2022 meeting minutes and staff reports.

• Approved minutes of September 1, 2022 Regular Meeting (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council will hold a preliminary review of a request to amend the Vintage Park General Development Plan to reallocate 250,000 square feet of previously approved office space to laboratory use at the Gilead Master Plan South Campus, and to make a temporary park permanent. The council will also consider appointing a citizen to the Levee Bond Oversight Committee, decide on a single-year or biennial budget for FY 2023-2024, and introduce an ordinance to regulate flavored tobacco and e-cigarette sales. Additionally, the council will vote on adding $900,000 in contingency funds for the Levee Protection Planning and Improvements Project.

• Preliminary review of reallocating 250,000 SF office to lab space at 300-368 Lakeside Drive and 301-309 Velocity Way (RZ2022-0001)
• Appointment of one citizen to a three-year term on the Levee Bond Oversight Committee
• Decision on single-year budget for FY 2023-2024 or biennial budget for FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025
• Introduction of ordinance to add Chapter 8.11 regulating flavored tobacco products and e-cigarettes
• Adoption of resolution authorizing $900,000 additional contingency for Levee Protection Planning and Improvements Project (CIP 327-657)

Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee Meeting

The Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee is meeting to introduce consultants for the city's Climate Action Plan. The body will discuss an upcoming community meeting, a related survey, and a document titled "The Future of Foster City."

• Introduction to Cascadia Consulting Group regarding Climate Action Plan outreach
• Discussion of November Community Meeting and Community Survey
• Selection of a Committee Data Collector and Distributor
• Discussion of "The Future of Foster City" document by Committee Member Haupt

Youth Advisory Committee Meeting

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to select its officers and discuss upcoming activities. The body will also review ideas for committee shirts and plan for Halloween and winter philanthropy.

• Selection of YAC Officers
• Discussion on Winter Philanthropy
• Halloween overview and signups
• YAC shirt ideas

Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Committee will discuss planning for several local activities. Discussion topics include the Falcon Fest and the 2022 Spaghetti Feed scheduled for April 28th.

• Falcon Fest brainstorming and availability discussion
• Spaghetti Feed 2022 ticket sales, job duties, and signups
• Book Drive promotion

Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss new ideas for a recreation center and plan upcoming community activities. The session includes a presentation on the Simplicity App and coordination for a book drive and local festivals.

• Simplicity App presentation with guest speaker Austin Walsh
• Discussion of New Recreation Center Ideas
• Planning for Book Drive
• Spaghetti Feed 2022 scheduled for Thursday, April 28th
• Falcon Fest scheduled for Saturday, May 14th