Half Moon Bay public meetings in 2025
64 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold its annual organizational meeting, including the selection of the mayor and vice mayor for 2026 and remarks from outgoing and incoming mayors. The council will also vote on several consent items, including a second reading of an ordinance establishing commercial storefront maintenance standards, a contract for IT services, and a resolution setting the 2026 residential dwelling unit allocation at 70 units. Additionally, they will consider a third amendment to the city manager's employment contract and a resolution to create new job classifications.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-02 adding Chapter 7.65 'Commercial Vitality' to the Municipal Code (second reading)
- Approve agreement with Infinity Technologies for IT services at $192,648/year plus 10% contingency
- Approve one-year agreement with HDL Companies for business license and TOT administration (not-to-exceed $80,000)
- Set 2026 Residential Dwelling Unit Allocation: 70 units (47 Downtown, 23 Outside Downtown)
- Authorize TFCA funding agreement for Eastside Parallel Trail Segment 4 ($200,000 grant, $20,000 local match)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with several informational reports and discussions. Key items include debriefs on recent events (Shakespeare in the Park, Summer's End VIP Reception and Music Festival) and a discussion on Carter Park covering equipment and amenities, a donor plaque program, and a park fee schedule. The meeting will also include approval of the September 24, 2025 minutes and public comments.
- Carter Park discussion: equipment and amenities, donor plaque program, park fee schedule
- Shakespeare in the Park report out
- Summer's End VIP Reception debrief
- Summer's End Music Festival debrief
- Approval of September 24, 2025 minutes
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to conduct the annual performance evaluation of City Manager Matthew Chidester, discuss his appointment or separation, and confer with a labor negotiator regarding his employment. The meeting is closed to the public, but includes a public comment period on the closed session items.
- Annual performance evaluation of City Manager Matthew Chidester
- Discussion of City Manager appointment/extension/separation
- Labor negotiation with unrepresented employee (City Manager), consultant Greg Larson
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss two items: existing litigation in the case Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay and the appointment of the City Attorney. Public comment is allowed before the closed session, but the discussions themselves are not open to the public.
- Closed session discussion of Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court, Civil No. 25-CIV-04838)
- Closed session discussion of public employment: City Attorney position
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold public hearings on a commercial storefront maintenance ordinance and a phasing agreement for 34 Measure D residential dwelling units. They will also consider consent items including a $149,880 contract for a road safety action plan, acceptance of improvements for the Creekside Court Subdivision, and the annual financial report. Updates on the Climate Action Plan and an interim legal services agreement are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing on ordinance adding Chapter 7.65 'Commercial Vitality' to establish maintenance standards for commercial storefronts
- Public hearing on Development Unit Phasing Agreement for 34 Measure D residential dwelling unit allocations over two years
- Professional Services Agreement with Kittelson & Associates, Inc. for $149,880 for Safe Streets for All Road Safety Action Plan
- Resolution accepting improvements for Creekside Court Subdivision at 320 Church Street
- Resolution authorizing participation in PLAN JPA Workers Compensation Program with $24,000 budget adjustment
Special Joint City Council / Planning Commission Meeting
This is a special joint study session of the Half Moon Bay City Council and Planning Commission. The bodies will discuss the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and the Half Moon Bay Safety Element update. No formal decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information.
- Discussion of Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps
- Review of Half Moon Bay Safety Element update
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss the employment of the City Attorney, as permitted under Government Code Section 54957. No other business is on the agenda, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.
- Closed session discussion on City Attorney employment
City Council Special Joint Meeting with Planning Commission
This is a joint special meeting of the Half Moon Bay City Council and Planning Commission, held as a study session. The agenda includes two items: a report on Fire Hazard Severity Zones maps and their implications for the community, and a presentation on the progress of the City's Safety Element update. No formal decisions are scheduled; the bodies will receive information, discuss, and may provide direction.
- Receive report on Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zones maps and Defensible Space Zones
- Receive presentation on Safety Element update progress and provide direction
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss existing litigation in the case Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay and to consider initiating one potential lawsuit. Public comment is allowed before the closed session, but the substantive discussions are confidential.
- Closed session discussion of Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court Civil No. 25-CIV-04838)
- Closed session consideration of initiating one potential litigation case
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, warrants, and several resolutions. The most significant item is the second reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code, which also repeals the city's existing building electrification ordinance. The council will also consider disposing of assets from the Opportunity Center of the Coastside and approving a mitigation monitoring program for the housing element.
- Adopt 2025 California Building Standards Code, repealing Chapter 14.06 (Electrification of Buildings)
- Authorize disposal of Opportunity Center of the Coastside assets
- Approve Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for 6th Cycle Housing Element
- Accept warrants for October 2025
- Approve minutes of November 4, 2025 meetings
City Council Closed Session
This is a special closed session meeting of the Half Moon Bay City Council. The only substantive item is a closed session discussion regarding the employment of the City Attorney, as permitted under Government Code Section 54957. No public decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session discussion on the employment of the City Attorney
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to discuss two items: existing litigation in the case Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay and the appointment of the City Attorney. Public comment is allowed before the closed session, but the substantive discussions will be held privately.
- Closed session discussion of Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court, Civil No. 25-CIV-04838)
- Closed session discussion of public employment: City Attorney position
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings to adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element and introduce a new Commercial Vitality Ordinance establishing storefront maintenance standards. The body will also adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code, repealing local electrification rules, and approve a license agreement with Sea Horse Ranch for property use along Poplar Beach.
- Adoption of the 2023-2031 (6th Cycle) Housing Element for certification by the California Department of Housing and Community Development
- Introduction of Chapter 7.65 'Commercial Vitality Ordinance' to establish maintenance standards for commercial storefronts
- Adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code, including repeal of Chapter 14.06 'Electrification of Buildings'
- License Agreement with Sea Horse Ranch for non-exclusive use of City property along Poplar Beach at an initial annual rate of $13,117
- Authorization of an agreement with the County of San Mateo for investigative services related to Minimum Wage Ordinance enforcement
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider revisions to the Draft Housing Element (2023-2031, Cycle 6) and recommend that City Council submit it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). They will also consider adopting a CEQA Mitigated Negative Declaration. Additionally, the Commission will receive a briefing on the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan update.
- Public hearing on Draft Housing Element (2023-2031, Fifth HCD Draft, September 2025) for submission to HCD
- Resolution recommending City Council direct staff to submit the Housing Element to HCD
- Adoption of CEQA Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Housing Element
- Briefing on Local Coastal Program (LCP) Implementation Plan update scope of work
City Council Closed Session
This is a closed session meeting where the City Council will confer with legal counsel on several anticipated and existing litigation matters. The most notable item is a potential lawsuit against Republic Services for breach of contract related to missed pickups and service delays. The council will also discuss two existing cases involving Thomas J. Gearing. No public decisions are expected.
- Potential litigation against Republic Services for breach of contract (missed pickups, service delays, liquidated damages)
- Anticipated litigation: initiation of litigation (1 potential case) - item 4.A
- Anticipated litigation: initiation of litigation (1 potential case) - item 4.B
- Conference on significant exposure to litigation (1 potential case) - item 4.C
- Existing litigation: Gearing et al v. City of Half Moon Bay (USDC Civil No. 3:21-CVJ-01802-EMC) and City of Half Moon Bay v. Thomas J. Gearing (San Mateo Superior Court Civil No. 21-CIV-01560)
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will discuss extending the Sea Horse Ranch license agreement for commercial horseback rides on city trails and Poplar Beach, which expires December 31, 2025. They will also review the FY 2024-25 law enforcement annual report and consider joining a multi-jurisdictional housing study with a $59,314 appropriation. The agenda includes routine consent items like minutes and warrants, and no public hearings are scheduled.
- Sea Horse Ranch license extension discussion for Coastal Trail/Horse Trail and Poplar Beach
- FY 2024-25 Annual Report on Law Enforcement Services and Activities
- Resolution to authorize MOU for Multi-Jurisdictional Inclusionary Housing Study, $59,314 from Affordable Housing Fund
- Resolution consenting to dissolution of San Mateo County Cities Insurance Group JPA
- Warrants for September 2025
Special Joint City Council / Planning Commission / Architectural Advisory Committee Meeting
The City Council, Planning Commission, and Architectural Advisory Committee will hold a joint work session to discuss state housing legislation, including SB 35 and SB 423, and its implications for Half Moon Bay. They will receive a presentation on draft interim objective design standards for multi-family housing and may adopt them or schedule a special meeting for December 23 to consider adoption.
- Consider adopting Interim Objective Design Standards for multi-family housing per SB 35/SB 423
- Presentation on state housing laws and impacts on sample sites: 940 Main St., 498 Kelly Ave., Hilltop MH Park, 740 Purisima St.
- Discussion of ministerial approval process for qualifying affordable housing projects starting January 1, 2025
- Potential adoption of resolution for interim design standards
City Council Special Meeting
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a study session to receive a presentation from Mercy Housing on updates to the proposed senior farmworker housing project at 555 Kelly Ave. The updates respond to public and Council input. The Council will provide feedback and direct staff on next steps. No final decision is expected at this session.
- Study session on 555 Kelly Ave affordable housing project
- Presentation by Mercy Housing on senior farmworker housing proposal
- Council feedback and direction on next steps
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Caltrans request to remediate unpermitted grading and construction at the southeast corner of Cabrillo Highway and San Mateo Road. Staff will also present an update on the development of Objective Design Standards for multi-family and mixed-use projects. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the approval of minutes from the previous session.
- Public hearing on Coastal Development Permit PDP-25-028 for Caltrans to remove unpermitted improvements at Cabrillo Hwy and San Mateo Road
- Staff update on Objective Design Standards for multi-family and mixed-use developments
- Approval of draft minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation from former employee Jessica Blair. The discussion concerns statements made by Blair's representative to the city's outside labor counsel, which may expose the city to significant litigation. Public comment is allowed before the closed session.
- Closed session under Govt. Code 54956.9(d)(2)&(e)(5) for anticipated litigation
- Discussion of potential litigation by former employee Jessica Blair
- Statements made to outside labor counsel Christopher Boucher
- Public comment period on closed session items
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will consider consent items including a $659,460 construction contract for the FY 2025-26 Pavement Management Project and a $142,800 amendment to a city clerk services agreement. They will also receive reports and hold discussions on community microgrid options, a resolution consenting to the dissolution of the San Mateo County Cities Insurance Group JPA, and a draft Commercial Vitality Ordinance addressing empty storefronts.
- Construction contract award to G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc. for $659,460 (plus $131,892 contingency) for Pavement Management Project CIP 1038
- Amendment No. 1 to Christine Boland's professional services agreement for $142,800 (total not-to-exceed $172,800) for City Clerk services through June 2026
- Program Supplement Agreement No. F008 with Caltrans for Eastside Parallel Trail Segment 2 (CIP 0595)
- Discussion on Community Microgrid Options
- Study session on Draft Commercial Vitality Ordinance for blighted/empty storefronts
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session to conduct annual performance evaluations for City Attorney Catherine Engberg and City Manager Matthew Chidester, and to discuss potential appointment, extension, or separation for both positions. Public comment is allowed before the closed session.
- Annual performance evaluation of City Attorney Catherine Engberg
- Discussion on appointment/extension/separation for City Attorney
- Annual performance evaluation of City Manager Matthew Chidester
- Discussion on appointment/extension/separation for City Manager
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a sign permit for Taco Bell at 118 San Mateo Road, and a major project for Smith Field Park at 201 & 203 Wavecrest Road. The park project includes a Coastal Development Permit, design review, tree removal, and adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 9 meeting and hear public comments.
- Sign permit for Taco Bell at 118 San Mateo Road (PDP-25-031)
- Smith Field Park improvements: parking, pedestrian/vehicular access, recreational facilities, new water line (PDP-23-054)
- Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for Smith Field
- Tree removal permit for Smith Field Park
- Public comments on Smith Field and Wavecrest Wetlands
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will consider a resolution to apply for $11.7 million in grant funding from the San Mateo County Transportation Authority for the Highway 1 Main Street to Kehoe Avenue project, with a $1.3 million local match. The council will also discuss a community microgrid report, accept the quarterly financial report, and consider funding for the Opportunity Center of the Coastside. Several items are on the consent calendar, including approval of minutes and a records retention schedule.
- Resolution to apply for $11.7M grant for Highway 1 Main Street to Kehoe Avenue project with $1.3M local match
- Financial report for quarter ended June 30, 2025
- Resolution to fund Opportunity Center of the Coastside utilities and janitorial services up to $10,000 through January 2026
- Discussion on community microgrid options
- Adoption of updated records retention schedule
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a coastal development permit for a garage demolition and new construction at 759 Correas St., and a sign program for the Coastside Land Trust property near Wavecrest Trail. The commission will also recognize former commissioner Margaret Gossett and consider draft minutes from June 10, 2025.
- Coastal Development Permit and Architectural Review for demolition of existing garage, new two-story detached garage, and front addition at 759 Correas St. (PDP-25-013)
- Setback variance requested for the 25,044 sq ft lot
- Sign Program and Sign Permit for new and existing signage south of Wavecrest Trail, north of Redondo Beach Road, west of Smith Field (PDP-25-030)
- Recognition of former Planning Commissioner Margaret Gossett
- Approval of draft minutes from June 10, 2025
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is meeting in a special closed session to conduct annual performance evaluations for City Manager Matthew Chidester and City Attorney Catherine Engberg. The agenda includes public comment on the closed session items before the council convenes in closed session. No other business is scheduled.
- Annual performance evaluation of City Manager Matthew Chidester
- Annual performance evaluation of City Attorney Catherine Engberg
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will consider several resolutions, including transferring remaining Measure D allocations to support new dwelling units outside Downtown, amending a software contract for rental programs, and advertising a pavement maintenance project. They will also receive updates on the Opportunity Center of the Coastside and appoint a Planning Commissioner. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and proclamations.
- Resolution to transfer 20 remaining Downtown Measure D allocations for new dwelling units outside Downtown
- Amendment to Tolemi contract for rental registration and rent stabilization software, $16,666.67 through Feb 2026, option to extend to June 2026 for $25,000
- Resolution to advertise FY 2025-26 Pavement Maintenance Project
- Adoption of new Asset Disposition Policy
- Planning Commission appointment to fill vacant seat ending December 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss the future of Carter Park, including a debrief of the ribbon cutting, fundraising and sponsorship opportunities, and future programming. They will also continue setting commission priorities for the upcoming period. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.
- Carter Park discussion: ribbon cutting debrief, fundraising and sponsorships, future programming
- Continuation of commission priority setting
- Approval of May 23, 2025 minutes
- Recreation programming update including Summer's End
- City Council update on parks and recreation-related items
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is convening a special meeting to enter closed session for a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The case is City of Half Moon Bay v. Granada CSD and Montara WSD, et al., with court case numbers provided. No other business is on the agenda.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on existing litigation
- Case: City of Half Moon Bay v. Granada CSD and Montara WSD, et al.
- Court references: Santa Clara Superior Court Civil No. 17CIV316927; Court of Appeal Case No. H049896
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a regular meeting with consent items including grant applications, a treasurer's report, and warrants. They will also discuss the Downtown Gateway Project, a design agreement amendment for Highway 1, and a potential organizational study. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Resolution to apply for $465,000 TA grant for Cunha Intermediate School Safety and Connectivity Project (with $35,000 local match)
- Resolution to apply for $200,000 TA grant for Detailed Parking Study (with $10,000 local match)
- Resolution to accept MTC Capital Program Implementation Grant for Charging Infrastructure
- Authorize $188,181 amendment to design agreement with Mark Thomas and Company for Highway 1 North project
- Authorize $56,451 purchase of 2026 all-electric Ford Transit Van from Towne Ford
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss legal matters, including existing litigation and one potential case. No public decisions will be made during this session.
- Closed session discussion of City of Half Moon Bay v. Granada CSD and Montara WSD (Santa Clara Superior Court No. 17CIV316927)
- Closed session discussion of Gearing et al v. City of Half Moon Bay (USDC No. 3:21-CVJ-01802-EMC)
- Closed session discussion of City of Half Moon Bay v. Thomas J. Gearing (San Mateo Superior Court No. 21-CIV-01560)
- Closed session discussion of anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
- Closed session discussion of Ellingson v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court No. 25-CIV-04838)
City Council
The City Council will vote on a $50,856 professional services agreement with Caselle, Inc. for ERP software and approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 sewer service charges. The body will also authorize a $500,000 grant application to the California Coastal Commission for a Local Coastal Program update and purchase a $57,935.89 electric van. Additionally, the Council will create two temporary ad hoc committees to evaluate city staffing and golf facility fees.
- Approval of $50,856 professional services agreement with Caselle, Inc. for ERP software through June 30, 2026
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2025-26 Sewer Service Assessments and charges
- Authorization of $500,000 grant application to California Coastal Commission for Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan update
- Purchase of 2025 all-electric Ford Transit Van from Towne Ford for $57,935.89
- Creation of temporary Ad Hoc Committees for city staffing structure and expiring Golf Facilities Fee
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will review and likely adopt the FY 2025-26 operating and capital budget, set the GANN appropriation limit, and approve the investment policy. They will also receive a report on Council priorities for FY 2025-27 and consider several consent calendar items including contracts and salary schedules. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Adopt FY 2025-26 operating and capital budget
- Approve 3% salary increase for represented and non-represented employees
- Renew community development agreements: 4LEAF ($365,250) and M-Group ($145,000)
- Renew public works contracts: American Debris Box ($90,000), Loral Landscaping ($52,493), West Coast Arborists ($150,000)
- Approve new coastal cleanup agreement with Abundant Grace ($78,160)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on five items, including a coastal development permit for the Ritz-Carlton Hotel to use an existing parking lot for off-site employee parking. The body will also vote on a permit for AT&T to replace a utility pole with a taller one containing 5G facilities at 766 Main Street. Additionally, the commission will review the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for consistency with the city's General Plan and approve two sign permits.
- Coastal Development Permit for Ritz-Carlton Hotel off-site employee parking at 2251 Cabrillo Highway South (File PDP-23-070)
- 10-year permit for AT&T to install 5G wireless facilities on a taller utility pole at 766 Main Street (File PDP-25-011)
- Adoption of Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2025-2026 through FY 2029-2030) for General Plan consistency
- Sign permit for a permanent freestanding sign for Stone Pine Cove Residential Area (File PDP-25-021)
- Retroactive sign permit for a permanent mural at 735 Main Street (File PDP-25-024)
City Council Special Meeting
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt several fiscal items, including the FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule and the recommended budget. They will also consider a coastal development permit for a new residence, a resolution opposing offshore drilling, and a report on workforce vacancies. Public hearings are scheduled for the fee schedule and business improvement district levy.
- Coastal Development Permit and Architectural Review for a new two-story residence at 2800 Champs Elysee Blvd (File No. PDP-17-055)
- Resolution assessing the levy for the Half Moon Bay Business Improvement District for FY 2025-26
- Public hearing on workforce vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts (AB 2561)
- Adoption of the FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule
- Presentation of the FY 2025-26 Recommended Budget, with final adoption scheduled for June 17, 2025
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold public hearings on the FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule and the Business Improvement District levy, and will receive a presentation on the recommended budget. They will also consider a resolution opposing offshore drilling, a coastal development permit for a new home, and hear a report on workforce vacancies.
- Resolution opposing offshore drilling in the Pacific Ocean
- Coastal Development Permit for new residence at 2800 Champs Elysee Blvd
- Public hearing on FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule
- Public hearing on Business Improvement District levy for FY 2025-26
- Presentation on FY 2025-26 Recommended Budget
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an update on a fee study, planning for Carter Park, and continuing priority setting. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff reports on city council updates, programming, and upcoming events.
- Fee study update
- Carter Park planning
- Continuation of commission priority setting
- Approval of April 23, 2025 minutes
- Public comments on non-agenda items
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session to confer with legal counsel about existing litigation in the case Huynh v. City of Half Moon Bay et al., pending in San Mateo Superior Court. No public decisions are expected, as the session is closed and limited to this legal matter.
- Closed session discussion of Huynh v. City of Half Moon Bay, Case No. 20-CIV-02921
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including accepting the Poplar Street traffic calming project, reviewing the hotel business improvement district's annual report and proposing to continue its assessment, and receiving the quarterly financial report. The council will also discuss the Community Services Financial Assistance grant program and hold a workshop on a comprehensive user fee study to guide the FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule.
- Final acceptance of Poplar Street Traffic Calming and Safety Project – Phase 1 (CIP Project No. 0593), including filing Notice of Completion and releasing bonds
- Resolution of intention to continue levying assessments for the Half Moon Bay Hotel Business Improvement District for FY 2025-26, with a public hearing scheduled for June 3, 2025
- Financial Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2025
- Community Services Financial Assistance (CSFA) grant program update and guidance on FY 2025-26 awards
- User Fee Study workshop to provide direction on FY 2025-26 Master Fee Schedule
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a special meeting starting at 6:30 PM to recognize former commissioners, then begin the regular meeting at 7:00 PM. The main business includes a public hearing to review and potentially approve modifications to the city's vegetation management (goat grazing) program and the Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside fire fuel and invasive weed reduction program, both involving Coastal Development Permit condition changes. The agenda also includes a notification of the director's intent to approve a temporary use at 2 Miramontes Point Road.
- Public hearing on Natural Vegetation Management (goat grazing) program review and modifications (PDP-19-033)
- Public hearing on Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside Fire Fuel and Invasive Weed Reduction Program review (PDP-010-14)
- Notification of director's intent to approve a temporary use in PUD zoning district at 2 Miramontes Point Road (PDP-23-024)
- Recognition of former planning commissioners from 2021-2024
- Approval of draft minutes from March 25 and April 8, 2025
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel about existing litigation in the case Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay. No public decisions are expected, as the agenda is limited to the closed session item.
- Closed session discussion of Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court Case No. 24-CIV-08216)
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt a resolution incorporating the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the Safety Element of the General Plan. They will also receive updates on the Rent Stabilization and Rental Registry programs, the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, the Capital Improvement Program, and set priorities for FY 2025-26. The agenda includes several consent items and proclamations.
- Adoption of Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into Safety Element
- Update on Rent Stabilization and Rental Registry programs
- Sanitary Sewer Master Plan and Hydraulic Model Update
- Capital Improvement Program update
- Community Services Financial Assistance grant program guidance
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel about two existing lawsuits: Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay and City of Half Moon Bay v. Granada CSD and Montara WSD. No public decisions will be made; the agenda is limited to closed-session legal discussions.
- Closed session on Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court Case No. 24-CIV-08216)
- Closed session on City of Half Moon Bay v. Granada CSD and Montara WSD (Santa Clara Superior Court Civil No. 17-CIV-316927)
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a contract amendment for biological monitoring at the Stone Pine Cove housing project, appointing a youth member to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and receiving updates on summer beach management. The council will also discuss the Capital Improvement Program and vote on sewer-related budgets for FY 2025-26.
- Amendment No. 1 to agreement with Sunset Ecological Solutions for $29,900 (total $59,800) for biological monitoring at Stone Pine Cove
- Appointment of youth member to Parks and Recreation Commission
- 2025 Summer Beach Update on City and Sheriff's Office enforcement efforts
- Capital Improvement Program workshop for direction on modifications
- FY 2025-26 SAM Collections Budget at $233,665 and Amendment No. 8 to sewer maintenance agreement
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to approve a coastal development permit for building improvements at 334 Purissima Street, including a new tenant space and conversion of an autobody repair use to industrial storage. The body will also adopt a resolution recommending the City Council incorporate the 2021 San Mateo County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the General Plan. Additionally, the Commission will determine that the conveyance of 21 parcels in the North Wavecrest area to the Coastside Land Trust conforms to the General Plan.
- Approve Coastal Development Permit, Architectural Review, and Use Permit for 334 Purissima Street (File PDP-24-066)
- Adopt resolution to incorporate 2021 San Mateo County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into General Plan Safety Element
- Find General Plan conformance for conveyance of 21 parcels in North Wavecrest Planned Development to Coastside Land Trust
- Public hearing on AB 2140 correspondence submitted after agenda posting
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will consider amending the Exclusive Negotiations Agreement with Mercy Housing California for a senior affordable housing development at 555 Kelly Avenue, adding a 65-year ground lease term and $1 per year payment. They will also receive updates on the Residential Rental Registration Program and Telecommute/Alternative Work Schedule policies, and consider awarding a construction contract for Frenchman's Creek Park improvements. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Amendment to Exclusive Negotiations Agreement with Mercy Housing for 555 Kelly Avenue senior affordable housing, adding 65-year lease term and $1/year payment
- Update on Residential Rental Registration Program
- Award construction contract to Half Moon Bay Grading and Paving, Inc. for $351,076.49 (Frenchman's Creek Park Improvements Phase II, CIP 1013), with contingency, total $403,737.96
- Update on Telecommute and Alternative Work Schedule Policies
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on Carter Park and the Remembrance Memorial Project. Staff will present informational reports on recreation programming, upcoming events like Earth Day festivities, and a City Council update. The agenda also includes a discussion on commission priorities and fundraising.
- Carter Park update
- Remembrance Memorial Project
- Commission priority & fundraising discussion
- Earth Day festivities recreation involvement
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a study session on CEQA laws and process, consider a Coastal Development Permit for a gate on Redondo Beach Road, and ratify the 2025 Measure D ranking. A previously continued item on stormwater repairs at the closed landfill has been postponed to an uncertain date.
- Study session on CEQA laws and process
- Coastal Development Permit for gate across Redondo Beach Road (retroactive approval, closing sunrise to sunset)
- 2025 Measure D ranking ratification
- Postponed item: Coastal Development Permit for landfill stormwater repairs (PDP-23-083)
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a closed session to discuss two lawsuits and three real estate negotiations. The council will confer with legal counsel on existing litigation and discuss potential property sales and a lease agreement. No public decisions are expected during this session.
- Litigation: Merry Railsback v. City of Half Moon Bay (Case No. 24-CIV-05683)
- Litigation: City of Half Moon Bay v. Thomas J. Gearing (Case No. 21-CIV-01560)
- Potential sale of portion of 880 Stone Pine to County of San Mateo
- Potential lease of 555 Kelly Avenue to Mercy Housing
- Potential sale of 21 parcels to Coastside Land Trust
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a public hearing to evaluate revisions to the Draft Housing Element responding to state feedback, and may direct staff to submit it to HCD. The council will also consider several consent items and resolutions, including a construction contract for Frenchman's Creek Park and funding for emergency housing for displaced farmworkers.
- Public hearing on revised Draft Housing Element (2.A)
- Construction contract award to Half Moon Bay Grading and Paving, Inc. for $351,076.49 for Frenchman's Creek Park Improvements (3.B)
- Up to $300,000 from Affordable Housing Fund for emergency housing for displaced farmworkers (3.C)
- Second amendment with El Centro de Libertad for CARES Community Responder program, additional cost not-to-exceed $111,796 (1.F)
- Appointment of youth member to Parks and Recreation Commission (3.A)
City Council Closed Session
This is a closed session meeting where the City Council will discuss two items: existing litigation in the case Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay and negotiations for a potential lease agreement for the property at 555 Kelly Avenue. No public decisions are expected, as the session is closed.
- Closed session discussion of Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay (San Mateo Superior Court Case No. 24-CIV-08216)
- Closed session negotiation for lease of 555 Kelly Avenue with Kelly Hollywood and Mercy Housing
- City negotiators: City Manager Matthew Chidester and City Attorney Catherine Engberg
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to approve a resolution confirming receipt of the 2024 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports, and recommend City Council adoption. The agenda also includes a study session on Planning Commission fundamentals and routine items like minutes approval and public comment.
- Public hearing on 2024 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports
- Resolution to confirm receipt of APRs and recommend City Council adoption
- Study session on 2025 Planning Commission fundamentals refresh
- Approval of draft minutes from 11/12/2024 and 02/11/2025
City Council Priority Setting Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special priority-setting session to review the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) list and discuss core services, followed by a fiscal year 2025-26 priority-setting discussion. Public comments are scheduled. The meeting is a working session, not a decision-making meeting, and no formal votes are listed.
- Capital Improvement Project (CIP) review
- Core services discussion
- Fiscal Year 2025-26 priority setting
- Public comment periods
- Listening session summary and priority work plan update
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will consider a mid-year budget amendment for FY 2024-25, appoint a youth member to the Parks and Recreation Commission, and receive an update on the CARES mental health program. They will also vote on resolutions for the John L. Carter Park improvements, the sale of 830 Stone Pine Road to San Mateo County, and the transfer of Wavecrest parcels to Coastside Land Trust.
- Mid-year operating budget review and resolution to amend FY 2024-25 budget
- Appointment of youth member to Parks and Recreation Commission
- Budget amendment transferring $1,435,000 to John L. Carter Park Improvements Project (CIP No. 0611)
- Sale of 6.87 acres at 830 Stone Pine Road to San Mateo County for $1,234,000
- Sale/transfer of Wavecrest parcels to Coastside Land Trust for trail and habitat
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss several items, including an update on the fire pit pilot project, potential license agreements for volleyball, options for a fundraising and partnership arm for the city's parks and recreation program, and a follow-up on a possible 4th of July evening event. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comments.
- Fire pit pilot project update
- Discussion of license agreements for volleyball
- Options for fundraising and partnership arm of the city's parks and recreation program
- Follow-up discussion on potential 4th of July evening event
- Remembrance Memorial Project update (Julissa Acosta)
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss initiating litigation, with two potential cases under consideration. The agenda includes public comment on the closed session items before the Council convenes privately with legal counsel.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (2 potential cases)
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will consider consent items including warrants for January 2025 and a grant agreement with the San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Measures A and W funds. They will also review the quarterly financial report, discuss the Community Services Financial Assistance program, and vote on a budget amendment for the Poplar Street Traffic Calming and Safety Project.
- Warrants for January 2025
- Primary grant agreement with San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Measures A and W grants
- Financial report for quarter ended December 31, 2024
- Community Services Financial Assistance program update
- Budget amendment for Poplar Street Traffic Calming and Safety Project: $50,000 transfer and $350,000 contingency, new total $2,013,000
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss revisions to the Draft Housing Element responding to state feedback, and may recommend the City Council submit it to HCD. They will also continue a public hearing on a Coastal Development Permit for the closed landfill to March 25, 2025. The meeting includes routine items like election of chair and vice chair, approval of minutes, and public comment.
- Work session on 2025 HCD Draft Housing Element revisions (non-Measure D)
- Possible resolution recommending City Council submit revised Housing Element to HCD
- Continued public hearing: Coastal Development Permit for Half Moon Bay Landfill (PDP-23-083)
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of minutes from 11/12/2024 and 11/26/2024
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a regular meeting with several routine items, including a treasurer's report, traffic regulation amendments, and a transportation demand management plan. The most significant item is a public hearing on the sale of a 6.87-acre portion of 880 Stone Pine Road for a 47-unit affordable farmworker housing project, which the council will continue to March 4, 2025.
- Continue public hearing for sale of 6.87-acre portion of 880 Stone Pine Road (APN 056-260-180) for 47-unit affordable farmworker housing
- Adopt resolution amending citywide traffic regulations to add red curb lengths at Court of San Marco, Kelly Ave, Valdez Ave, Poplar St, Main St, and Wavecrest Rd
- Approve Transportation Demand Management Plan 'Get There Together' for Half Moon Bay and Midcoast
- Approve Treasurer's Report for quarter ending December 31, 2024
- Appoint James Carniglia to Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss the potential sale of vacant parcels in the Wavecrest area to the Coastside Land Trust and a portion of 880 Stone Pine to San Mateo County. The session includes real property negotiations, with no public decisions expected.
- Negotiations with Coastside Land Trust for sale of vacant parcels in Wavecrest area (multiple APNs)
- Negotiations with San Mateo County for sale of portion of 880 Stone Pine (APN 056-260-180)
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of the Hyatt Place hotel project. The council may either deny the appeal (upholding the denial) or grant it, which would certify the Environmental Impact Report and approve the project. The project includes a 102-room hotel and a four-lot subdivision for up to 16 residential units.
- Appeal of Planning Commission denial for Hyatt Place hotel project (File No. PDP-072-13)
- 102-room, 66,268 sq ft hotel with Coastal Development Permit, Site and Architectural Review, Parking Exception
- Tentative Parcel Map to adjust lot line with James Ford auto dealership and create four residential parcels on Seymour Street
- Certification of Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and CEQA findings
- Public hearing with options to deny or approve the project
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, and to discuss several items including the fire pit pilot project, a license agreement with HMB Pirates for Smith Field, and options for fundraising. The agenda also includes approval of the 2025 calendar and a discussion on a potential 4th of July evening event.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Fire Pit Pilot Project Update
- HMB Pirates License Agreement for Smith Field (travel baseball team)
- Overview of State Proposition 68 Grant Process
- Discussion on options for fundraising and partnership arm
City Council Closed Session
The Half Moon Bay City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations and existing litigation. The council will consider the potential sale of a portion of 880 Stone Pine to San Mateo County and a potential lease agreement for 555 Kelly Avenue with Mercy Housing. They will also confer with legal counsel regarding the ongoing case Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay. No public decisions are expected during this session.
- Potential sale of portion of 880 Stone Pine (APN 056-260-180) to County of San Mateo
- Potential lease agreement for 555 Kelly Avenue with Mercy Housing
- Legal discussion on Vidovich v. City of Half Moon Bay (Case No. 24-CIV-08216)
City Council
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a public hearing on selling land for a 47-unit affordable farmworker housing project (continued to Feb 4), a proposed exclusive negotiations agreement with Mercy Housing for senior affordable housing at 555 Kelly Avenue, and an amendment to the law enforcement services agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. The council will also consider consent items such as a fire pit pilot project on Poplar Beach, a parcel map for 880 Stone Pine Road, and a contract amendment for environmental services.
- Public hearing on sale of 6.87-acre portion of 880 Stone Pine Road for 47-unit affordable farmworker housing (continued to Feb 4)
- Exclusive Negotiations Agreement with Mercy Housing for senior affordable housing at 555 Kelly Avenue
- Amendment Seventeen to law enforcement services agreement with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office
- Fire pit pilot project on Poplar Beach (up to 4 pits, Jan 22–Mar 31, 2025)
- Contract amendment with SWCA for $22,700 (total $104,600) for Smith Field Park and Wavecrest Water Main projects