Brisbane public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will meet to certify election results and swear in newly elected members. The session includes the selection of a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, as well as recognition of outgoing officials.

• Certification of votes for three four-year term Council seats
• Administration of Oath of Office for newly elected Councilmembers
• Selection of New Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
• Administration of Oath of Office for new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
• Acceptance of the Annual Report of Development Impact Fees for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024

The council unanimously adopted a resolution certifying the November 5, 2024 election results, declaring Cliff Lentz and Coleen Mackin re-elected and Frank Kern newly elected to four-year terms. The council then unanimously selected Cliff Lentz as Mayor and Coleen Mackin as Mayor Pro Tem, and administered oaths of office. Outgoing Councilmember Karen Cunningham and outgoing Mayor Terry O'Connell were recognized for their service.

• Adopted resolution certifying election results for 3 council seats (unanimous)
• Administered oath of office to re-elected Councilmembers Lentz and Mackin
• Administered oath of office to newly elected Councilmember Kern
• Selected Cliff Lentz as Mayor (unanimous)
• Selected Coleen Mackin as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Administered oaths to new Mayor Lentz and Mayor Pro Tem Mackin
• Recognized outgoing Councilmember Cunningham with proclamation
• Recognized outgoing Mayor O'Connell with proclamation

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will meet with consultants NinedotArts to review draft sections of the Public Art Master Plan, focusing on 1-3, 4-6, and 7-10 year priorities. The committee will also receive updates on the restoration of two art pieces at Firth Park and the Stairway Art Project. Items include approval of prior meeting minutes and consideration of a remote attendance request under AB 2449. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Review of Public Art Master Plan draft sections and priorities with NinedotArts consultants
• Update on restoration of two art pieces at Firth Park
• Update on Stairway Art Project
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2024
• Consideration of remote attendance request under AB 2449

The committee reviewed draft sections of the Public Art Master Plan with consultants NinedotArts, providing comments on 1-3, 4-6, and 7-10 year priorities. They also discussed next steps for the Firth Park art restoration and received updates on the Stairway Art Project. No formal decisions were made; all items were discussion only.

• Approved agenda (6-0-1)
• Approved November 18, 2024 minutes (6-0-1)

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will convene in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding one pending or threatened litigation. The open portion of the meeting consists only of agenda approval and public comment before adjourning into closed session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on pending litigation (one case)

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on December 5, 2024, to discuss one pending or threatened litigation item. No action was taken, and the council provided direction on the matter. The meeting adjourned at 7:28 P.M.

• Approved closed session agenda (unanimous)
• No action taken on pending litigation item

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a zoning text and map amendment to add a residential two-unit overlay district (R-TUO) in single-family and Brisbane Acres districts, potentially increasing housing density. Other actions include authorizing a data-sharing agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office and receiving reports on sea level rise at the Brisbane Marina.

• Adopt ordinance approving Zoning Text and Map Amendment 2024-RZ-1 for R-TUO overlay district
• Authorize Police Department data-sharing MOU with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office for data aggregation platform
• Receive Brisbane Marina Sea Level Rise Memorandums
• Approve final determination of use of remaining State Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Authorize application for Peninsula Clean Energy Member Agency Grant Funds

The Brisbane City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including a zoning text and map amendment adding a residential two-unit overlay district (R-TUO) to the R-1 and part of the R-BA districts. The council also received sea level rise memorandums for the marina and agreed with staff recommendations to develop infrastructure plans and funding strategies. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included presentations and reports.

• Approved consent calendar items E-K unanimously, including zoning amendment 2024-RZ-1 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 regular and special meetings
• Approved final determination of use of remaining State Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Authorized submission of Peninsula Clean Energy grant application
• Approved co-sponsorship for Mothers of Brisbane Shop event
• Authorized police data sharing MOU with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office
• Received sea level rise memorandums and agreed with staff recommendations for marina infrastructure planning

City Council

The Economic Development Subcommittee will meet to discuss an overview of a Business License Fee Study. The body will also receive an economic development update.

• Overview of Business License Fee Study
• Economic Development Update

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will receive public input on converting Mariposa and Monterey streets to one-way between Visitacion and Solano. The meeting also includes adoption of minutes and staff updates, but no new business is on the agenda.

• Receive neighbor input on one-way streets – Mariposa and Monterey between Visitacion and Solano
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024

The committee reviewed a proposal to convert Mariposa and Monterey Streets to one-way traffic to improve emergency vehicle access and evacuation. Residents expressed concerns that one-way conversion on Mariposa Street could increase speeding. The committee decided to keep street parking on the east side of Solano Street between Monterey and Mariposa Streets.

• Approved November 6th meeting minutes
• Decided to maintain street parking on the east side of Solano Street between Monterey and Mariposa Streets

City Council

The Brisbane City Council held a special meeting that was primarily a workshop to discuss the process for selecting the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, which will occur at a special meeting on December 12, 2024. No formal decisions were made during this meeting.

• Discussed process for selecting Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem (no action taken)

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating residential zoning to add a two-unit overlay district. The body is also considering five-year extensions for solid waste franchise agreements and contracts for public art and pool electrification.

• Zoning text and map amendment 2024-RZ-1 to add R-TUO residential two unit overlay district
• Contract for Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Public Art Project: Angelina Duckett ($80,000) and McGrath Arts ($120,150)
• Pool Electrification project with estimated total cost of $1,761,778
• Five-year franchise agreement extensions for Recology (Zone 3) and South San Francisco Scavenger Co., Inc. (Zone 2)
• Creation of an Ad Hoc Quarry Subcommittee

The Brisbane City Council approved consent calendar items D-J (minutes, investment report, public art contracts, event co-sponsorships, and pool electrification contracts) and items K-L (franchise agreement extensions with Recology and South San Francisco Scavenger Co.). Councilmember Davis abstained from the K-L vote. The council also directed staff to create an ad hoc subcommittee to support the Quarry development, with members to be appointed at a future meeting. Item M (zoning text and map amendment) was removed from consent for future discussion.

• Approved consent items D-J including $80,000 contract to Angelina Duckett and $120,150 to McGrath Arts for stairway public art (unanimous)
• Approved franchise agreement extensions with Recology and South San Francisco Scavenger Co. for 5 years (4-0-1, Davis abstained)
• Directed staff to create ad hoc subcommittee for Quarry development (unanimous)
• Removed zoning amendment 2024-RZ-1 from consent for future discussion (unanimous)

IDEA Committee

The Brisbane IDEA Committee will meet to discuss old business items including a work plan review, a proposed joint ad hoc committee, the Park and Recreation Festival of Lights, and an update on the IDEA Survey. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and staff announcements.

• Consider remote attendance requests under AB 2449
• Approve October 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss work plan and proposed joint ad hoc committee
• Review Park and Recreation Festival of Lights event
• Receive update on IDEA Survey

The Brisbane IDEA Committee held a routine meeting with no public comment. Members unanimously approved the agenda, the October 16, 2024 minutes, and Chair Dennis's remote attendance. Staff provided updates on the work plan, Festival of Lights, and survey results, but no substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved Chair Dennis's remote attendance under AB 2449 (unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved the October 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will meet with Nine dot Art consultants to receive a presentation on select elements of the Public Art Master Plan, including art selection processes and location planning. The Committee will provide feedback to the consultant team. Additionally, there will be an update on the Midtown Mural project.

• Presentation from Nine dot Art consultants on Public Art Master Plan elements
• Review of art selection processes for public and private installations
• Discussion of art location planning
• Update regarding the Midtown Mural

City Council

This is a meeting of the Sierra Point Parkway Design Guidelines Subcommittee (Mayor O'Connell and Councilmember Lentz). The only substantive item is receiving an update on the Sierra Point Towers. Public comment is available in person or via Zoom. The meeting includes a roll call and possible consideration of remote attendance under AB 2449.

• Receive an update on the Sierra Point Towers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an interim use permit for an existing billboard at the southwest corner of Highway 101 and Beatty Avenue (2024‑UP‑4), which is classified as categorically exempt from CEQA review. The commission will also conduct a workshop to review proposed revisions to the draft Density Bonus and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance that was previously recommended in 2019. Additionally, the commission will cancel the regular meetings scheduled for November 28, December 12, and December 26, 2024, and set the next regular meeting for January 9, 2025.

• Public hearing: SW corner Hwy 101 & Beatty Ave (2024‑UP‑4), interim 5‑year billboard permit, CEQA exemption
• Workshop: review proposed changes to draft Density Bonus and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (originally 2019)
• Cancellation of regular meetings on Nov 28, Dec 12, Dec 26, 2024; next meeting Jan 9, 2025
• Consent calendar: no items listed (routine items to be adopted collectively)
• Appeals process information: filing deadlines and fees for appeals to City Council

The Brisbane Planning Commission adopted the meeting agenda and approved an interim use permit allowing an existing billboard at the SW Corner of Hwy 101 and Beatty Avenue to remain for 5 years. The Commission also held a workshop on the Density Bonus and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance, and noted that upcoming meetings for November 28, December 12, and December 26, 2024, are canceled.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Closed the public hearing for the billboard application (3-0)
• Approved application 2024-UP-4 via adoption of Resolution 2024-UP-4 for a 5-year interim use permit for an existing billboard at SW Corner Hwy 101 and Beatty Avenue (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the Young Adult Development Series and a community-wide survey, and appoint a commissioner as liaison to an ad hoc Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability (IDEA) subcommittee. The meeting also includes approval of October 9 minutes and reports from subcommittees on public art and the Festival of Lights.

• Discuss Young Adult Development Series and community-wide survey
• Appoint commission representative and alternate as liaison to IDEA ad hoc subcommittee
• Approve minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting
• Receive reports from Public Art Advisory Committee and Festival of Lights Subcommittee
• No meeting in December; next regular meeting January 8, 2025

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission appointed Commissioner Davis as liaison and Commissioner Ocampo as alternate to an ad hoc subcommittee with the IDEA Committee. The commission also adopted the meeting agenda and approved the October 9, 2024 minutes, and discussed a young adult programming survey.

• Approved November 13, 2024 agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 9, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Davis as liaison and Commissioner Ocampo as alternate to the IDEA Committee ad hoc subcommittee

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will consider a discussion item on the potential conversion of Mariposa and Monterey streets between Visitacion and Solano to one-way. No new business is on the agenda.

• Discussion on potential one-way street conversion on Mariposa and Monterey between Visitacion and Solano

The Complete Streets Safety Committee discussed the proposed one-way streets on Mariposa and Monterey Streets, addressing concerns about turning radii, visibility, and schoolchildren crossing. They agreed to hold a public outreach meeting on Tuesday, December 3rd, with mailers and flyers distributed to affected residents. Staff reported that a grant to relocate a bus stop was approved and that the residential parking permit pilot program has started on Thomas Avenue.

• Approved October 2nd meeting minutes
• Scheduled public outreach meeting for December 3rd on one-way street proposal
• Agreed to send mailers and place flyers for outreach
• Noted staff will ensure sufficient turn radius for large vehicles
• Approved ACR/TDM grant for bus stop relocation (reported)
• Commenced residential parking permit pilot on Thomas Avenue (reported)

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Open Space and Ecology Committee will consider a member's request to attend remotely under AB 2449. It will present an OSEC Library Display and STAR Articles. The committee will also discuss additional education and outreach priorities and strategies.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Festival of Lights Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the event scheduled for December 8, 2024. The meeting also includes a period for citizen communications.

• Discussion of 12/8/24 Festival of Lights

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Guadalupe Quarry Redevelopment Project. The proposed project involves the closure and reclamation of the quarry site and the annexation of 104 acres into the City of Brisbane.

• Public hearing for Guadalupe Quarry Redevelopment Project at 1 Quarry Road
• Proposed construction of a 1.3 million sf warehouse facility
• Proposed 698-space parking garage and 692 uncovered passenger parking spaces
• Proposed dedication of 46 acres of unannexed land to San Mateo County as open space
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from September 12 and September 26, 2024

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Open Space and Ecology Committee will receive a vegetation management presentation from RECON Environmental, Inc. It will also discuss comments on the Quarry Environmental Impact Report. No formal decisions are noted; the meeting includes routine agenda adoption and minutes approval.

• Vegetation Management Presentation by RECON Environmental, Inc.
• Discussion of OSEC comments on the Quarry Environmental Impact Report (EIR)
• Adoption of the agenda
• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2024 and September 25, 2024

The Open Space and Ecology Committee discussed the Quarry EIR and assigned members to review specific chapters, with comments due by Nov 21. They also heard a vegetation management presentation from RECON Environmental and approved minutes from previous meetings, though the August minutes were found to be from July and will be brought back.

• Adopted agenda unanimously
• Approved September 25, 2024 minutes unanimously
• August 28, 2024 minutes tabled due to posting error; will be re-presented
• Assigned Quarry EIR chapter reviews to committee members; comments due Nov 21
• Received vegetation management presentation from RECON Environmental

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning text and map amendments, including a residential two unit overlay district and city-wide multifamily standards. The body will also discuss the R-BA Zoning District and a trial residential parking permit program for Thomas Ave.

• Zoning Text and Map Amendment 2024-RZ-1 for R-1 and R-BA districts
• Zoning Text Amendment 2024-RZ-2 for city-wide multifamily and residential mixed use standards
• Trial Residential Parking Permit Program on Thomas Ave starting November 1, 2025
• Amended and Restated Emergency Intertie Agreement for water service
• Amendment to the General Plan to incorporate the 2021 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City Council introduced an ordinance approving zoning text and map amendment 2024-RZ-1, adding a Residential Two Unit Overlay (R-TUO) district to R-1 and R-BA districts, with an amended map to protect city-owned properties. The council also adopted a resolution amending the General Plan's Community Health and Safety Element to incorporate the 2021 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. A separate citywide zoning amendment (2024-RZ-2) was continued to a future meeting for more information. Consent items were approved, including an emergency intertie agreement and a revised parking permit program start date.

• Introduced ordinance 2024-RZ-1 adding R-TUO overlay district (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution amending General Plan to include 2021 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Continued 2024-RZ-2 citywide zoning amendment to future meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent items E-G, I-J (unanimous)
• Approved consent item H with corrected start date of Nov 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to explore restrictions and zoning for city-owned open space in Brisbane Acres
• Directed staff to explore solar shading protection options

IDEA Committee

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability (IDEA) Committee will meet to discuss a survey overview for Day in the Park. The committee will also receive a presentation regarding an inclusion statement.

• Day in the Park Survey Overview
• Inclusion Statement Presentation
• Recruitment Update
• Park and Rec’s Festival of Lights Subcommittee

The Brisbane IDEA Committee held a routine meeting, approving the agenda and the minutes from September 18, 2024, with unanimous votes. No public comment was made. The committee received updates on the Day in the Park Survey and discussed drafting an Inclusion Statement, but no formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 18, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will consider a remote‑attendance request under AB 2449, approve the meeting agenda, and approve minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting. The main discussion will focus on finalizing the scope, lighting, and handrail integration for the Stairway Public Art Project with McGrath Arts before a recommendation to City Council on November 7. The meeting will also include a public comment period and set a date for the next meeting.

• Consider remote‑attendance request under AB 2449
• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from October 8, 2024
• Discuss and finalize scope of Stairway Public Art Project with McGrath Arts, including lighting and handrails
• Public comment period

The Public Art Advisory Committee reviewed public art proposals for the Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project and recommended that McGrath Arts, proposed for the lighting and railing installation, coordinate with mosaic artist Angela Duckett. The committee approved the agenda and the minutes from the October 8th meeting. No public comment was received.

• Approved agenda (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved minutes from October 8, 2024 (5-0, 1 abstain, 1 absent)
• Recommended McGrath Arts for stairway lighting and railing, with coordination with mosaic artist Angela Duckett

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 10, 2024 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, October 24, 2024. No agenda items were presented for the cancelled meeting.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission will adopt the agenda, approve the September 11, 2024 minutes, and hear citizen communications. Old business includes debriefs of the Coastal Clean up and the Day in the Park & Derby events, followed by a discussion of next steps for the P&R Foundation. The meeting also includes reports from the chairperson, subcommittees, commissioners, and staff before adjourning.

• Adoption of agenda (deletions, additions, changes)
• Approval of September 11, 2024 minutes
• Event debrief: Coastal Clean up
• Event debrief: Day in the Park & Derby
• Discussion regarding next steps for P&R Foundation

The Parks and Recreation Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions beyond routine approvals. The agenda and September 11 minutes were approved unanimously. Discussions covered event debriefs, a potential parks foundation, and subcommittee reports, including a recommendation to Council for artists on a stairway project.

• Approved October 9, 2024 agenda (6-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 minutes (6-0)

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will consider a remote‑attendance request under AB 2449, approve the meeting agenda, and approve minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting. The committee will then review the received public art proposals for the Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project.

• Consider remote‑attendance request under AB 2449
• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from August 26, 2024
• Review public art proposals for Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will hold a special meeting to approve the agenda and discuss a draft code of conduct. The meeting will be hybrid, held at 50 Park Place.

• Approval of the Special Meeting Agenda
• Discussion of Draft Code of Conduct

The City Council held a special workshop meeting and unanimously approved the agenda. Councilmembers discussed a draft Code of Conduct based on the Town of Colma's document, and directed staff to compile proposals from the Best Practices Subcommittee, Council input, and FPPC mandates into a draft for future discussion. No formal ordinance was adopted.

• Approved special meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft Code of Conduct compiling subcommittee proposals, Council input, and FPPC mandates

City Council

The City Council will review recommendations for the use of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF). The body will also consider an ordinance regarding the collection of transient occupancy taxes from hosting platforms.

• Recommendations for the use of State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF)
• Ordinance amending Chapter 3.24 of the Municipal Code regarding transient occupancy tax collection from hosting platforms
• Presentation of Public Art Master Plan Survey results
• Declaration of October 6-11, 2024 as Fire Prevention Week
• Cosponsorship of the Brisbane Lions Club Worldwide Candle Lighting

The Council recommended using $150,000 of SLFRF funds for the Crocker Trail CEQA plan and $45,000 for Mission Blue Center renovation designs, with the remainder used as revenue replacement for FY2025. The motion passed 3-2. Consent calendar items D-F and H-K were approved; item G was pulled for future consideration.

• Recommended $150,000 for Crocker Trail CEQA plan (3-2)
• Recommended $45,000 for Mission Blue Center renovation designs (3-2)
• Approved consent calendar items D-F and H-K (5-0)
• Pulled consent item G (Sept 5 minutes) for future meeting

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will hold its October 2 meeting at Brisbane City Hall to review minutes from September 17, discuss potential one-way street changes on Mariposa and Monterey between Visitacion and Solano, and elect a vice chair. The meeting is open to in-person and remote public participation.

• Discussion of potential one-way streets on Mariposa and Monterey between Visitacion and Solano
• Election of CSSC Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024

The Complete Streets Safety Committee discussed a proposal to convert portions of Mariposa and Monterey Streets to one-way streets to improve emergency access and evacuation, but took no formal action. The committee also approved the September 17th minutes, elected Wirowek as Vice Chair, and finalized preparations for the Day in the Park booth.

• Approved September 17th meeting minutes
• Elected Wirowek as Vice Chair
• Finalized Day in the Park booth materials and shift schedule
• Discussed one-way street conversion for Mariposa and Monterey (no action)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review possible changes to the draft Density Bonus and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance that was previously recommended in 2019. No other new business or old business is listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes routine items such as adoption of the agenda and a consent calendar, but no consent items were identified.

• Workshop to review proposed changes to the draft Density Bonus and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance
• Adoption of agenda
• Consent calendar (no items listed)
• Oral communications limited to 15 minutes
• Adjournment to the regular meeting on October 10, 2024

The Commission held a workshop to review proposed changes to a draft Density Bonus and Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. No formal votes were taken on the ordinance, but the Commission directed staff to provide more analysis on alternatives to on-site inclusionary housing.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission Seniors Subcommittee will meet on September 25, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Community Center. No specific items, contracts, or ordinances are listed on the agenda. The meeting is primarily procedural.

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Open Space and Ecology Committee will consider a member's request to attend remotely under AB 2449, adopt the agenda, approve the August 28 minutes, and hear the SSF Scavenger Annual Presentation on waste diversion. The meeting will also include staff updates, subcommittee reports, calendar items, and other committee business.

• Member request to attend remotely under AB 2449 emergency circumstances
• Approval of minutes from August 28, 2024
• SSF Scavenger Annual Presentation on waste diversion
• Staff updates
• Calendar items and subcommittee reports

The Open Space and Ecology Committee unanimously approved disbanding the Dark Skies and Invasive Species subcommittees, as their work is complete. The committee also received a presentation from South San Francisco Scavenger Company on waste diversion, reporting that approximately 63% of Brisbane's waste was diverted from landfill in 2023. No other substantive decisions were made; the minutes from August 28, 2024, were postponed.

• Disbanded Dark Skies and Invasive Species subcommittees (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of August 28, 2024 minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to discuss the upcoming Derby and Day in the Park event scheduled for October 5, 2024.

• Discussion of 10/5/24 Derby and Day in the Park

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission Foundation Feasibility Ad Hoc Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the feasibility of a Parks and Recreation Foundation.

• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Foundation Feasibility

City Council

The City Council is meeting in closed session to discuss a liability claim and pending litigation. The body will also meet with a real property negotiator regarding a lease for Parcel Number 007-271-050.

• Liability claim: Sylvester
• Lease negotiations for Parcel Number 007-271-050 with Carl Lam and Daniel Lam
• Litigation: City of Brisbane v. County of San Mateo, Case No. 23-CIV-06075

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on September 19, 2024, and approved the closed session agenda unanimously. No public comment was received. The council took action on a liability claim and provided direction to staff on real property negotiations and pending litigation, but no substantive public decisions were made.

• Approved closed session agenda (unanimous)
• Took action on liability claim (Sylvester)
• Provided direction on real property lease negotiations (Parcel 007-271-050)
• Provided direction on pending litigation (City of Brisbane v. County of San Mateo)

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will meet to decide on several contracts, a property sale, and proclamations at its September 19, 2024 meeting. Items include a transient occupancy tax ordinance amendment, a $150,000 planning program agreement, a $439,762.64 construction management contract, and the sale of a vacant city property in Crocker Park. The council will also discuss proclamations for Suicide Prevention Month and National Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month.

• Amend transient occupancy tax ordinance for hosting platforms
• Approve $150,000 professional services agreement with Good City Co. for 70 Old County Road Planning Program
• Authorize $439,762.64 construction management contract with MNS Engineers, Inc. for Smart Corridors Northern Cities project
• Approve sale of vacant city property in Crocker Park (28,000 sq ft, near West Hill Road and South Hill Place)
• Adopt resolutions for Suicide Prevention Month and National Hispanic Latinx Heritage Month

The Council approved the sale of vacant city property in Crocker Park (28,000+/- sq ft) and authorized the City Manager to sign the agreement, with a 3-1 vote. Staff was directed to return after the sale with a plan for allocating funds toward Brisbane Acres property purchases, restoration, or maintenance. The Council also approved consent items, including a $439,762.64 construction management agreement for Smart Corridors, and supported a bus stop relocation design project with a $150,000 General Fund match.

• Approved Crocker Park vacant property sale agreement (3-1)
• Approved consent items E-H, including $439,762.64 Smart Corridors CM agreement
• Adopted resolution supporting Bayshore Blvd bus stop relocation grant application with $150,000 local match
• Directed staff to return with plan for allocating sale funds to Brisbane Acres properties

IDEA Committee

The IDEA Committee will consider two old‑business items: a plan for a Day in the Park event and the 2024 United Against Hate campaign. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, public comment, and staff and member announcements.

• Day in the Park Planning – discussion of event details
• United Against Hate Campaign 2024 – discussion of campaign activities
• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Staff and member announcements (schedule, upcoming events, Age‑Friendly update, Festival of Lights subcommittee)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 21, 2024, meeting. Members also discussed planning for the upcoming Day in the Park festival and the United Against Hate campaign.

• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved August 21, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee approved the July 3rd minutes and welcomed two new members. Staff reported that the AB413 data collection is complete, with striping changes needed mainly in Central Brisbane and enforcement starting February 2025. The committee discussed plans for the Day in the Park event and reviewed the 2024 work plan, identifying the next assignment as investigating one-way streets on Mariposa and Monterey Streets.

• Approved July 3rd meeting minutes
• Welcomed new members Emily Wirowek and Paul Bouscal
• Completed AB413 data collection; striping changes to be made in Central Brisbane
• Scheduled Day in the Park tabling for October 5th, 10AM-3PM
• Identified next work plan item: one-way street investigation on Mariposa and Monterey Streets

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission's Festival of Lights Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the event scheduled for December 8, 2024.

• Discussion of 12/8/24 Festival of Lights

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a citywide General Plan amendment and a specific use permit for a preschool. The body is also reviewing draft minutes from the July 25, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing for Use Permit 2024-UP-2 to allow an 1,838 square foot Montessori preschool at 277 San Francisco Ave
• Public hearing for General Plan Amendment 2024-GPA-1 to update the Health and Safety Element's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan date
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from July 25, 2024

The Brisbane Planning Commission approved a use permit for a 1,838-square-foot Montessori preschool at 277 San Francisco Ave, with added conditions restricting student access to a shared lobby and requiring an acoustic ceiling. The commission also approved a General Plan amendment updating the Health and Safety Element's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan date. Both items passed 3-0.

• Approved General Plan Amendment 2024-GPA-1 updating Local Hazard Mitigation Plan date (3-0)
• Approved Use Permit 2024-UP-2 for Montessori preschool at 277 San Francisco Ave via Resolution 2024-UP-4 (3-0)
• Added conditions to preschool permit: restrict student access to shared lobby on San Bruno Ave side
• Added condition for acoustic ceiling to reduce sound impacts to upstairs neighbors

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss youth and adult sports programs, and review public art advisory committee meetings. The meeting will be held at 50 Park Place.

• Approval of July 10, 2024 minutes
• Youth & Adult Sports Programs presentation
• Concerts in the Park debrief
• City Council liaison meeting summary
• Public Art Advisory Committee meetings

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the agenda and July minutes, and created the Foundation Feasibility Ad Hoc Subcommittee to explore a non-profit arm. They discussed the Concerts in the Park series, noting donations fell short, and received updates on various programs and subcommittees. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 11, 2024 agenda (7-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 minutes (7-0)
• Created Foundation Feasibility Ad Hoc Subcommittee

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will meet in closed session to discuss two liability claims (Duffy and Mazza) under Government Code section 54956.95. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the public agenda beyond procedural items.

• Closed session to address two liability claims (Duffy, Mazza)
• Public comment allowed before closed session

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on September 5, 2024, and approved the agenda unanimously. No public comment was received. The council took action on two liability claims (Duffy and Mazza) under Government Code section 54956.95, but no details were disclosed. The meeting adjourned at 7:22 P.M.

• Approved closed session agenda (unanimous)
• Took action on liability claim: Duffy
• Took action on liability claim: Mazza

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will consider several actions, including approving minutes from recent meetings, adopting resolutions for a CDOT lagoon and Highway 101 adaptation study, and awarding a $2,915,935 construction contract (Project No. 924D) to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. The council will also hear public comments and discuss two zoning text and map amendment ordinances, 2024‑RZ‑1 and 2024‑RZ‑2, that modify residential district regulations. Additional items include updates on committee vacancies and the upcoming meeting schedule.

• Award Smart Corridors Northern Cities – Brisbane construction contract (Project No. 924D) to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. for $2,915,935
• Adopt resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works/City Engineer to execute agreements with Caltrans for a Brisbane Lagoon and U.S. Highway 101 adaptation study (grant $259,920, local match $34,000)
• Consider ordinance approving Zoning Text and Map Amendment 2024‑RZ‑1 (overlay to R‑1 Residential District and R‑BA Brisbane Acres Residential District)
• Consider ordinance approving Zoning Text Amendment 2024‑RZ‑2 (city‑wide multifamily and residential mixed‑use development standards per SB 478)
• Approve minutes of City Council meetings held on July 15, July 18, and July 18 (closed session)

The Brisbane City Council awarded a $2,915,935 construction contract for the Smart Corridors Northern Cities project to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc. and approved multiple consent calendar items including committee appointments and cosponsored events. The Council continued a public hearing regarding zoning text and map amendments for the R-1 and R-BA Brisbane Acres residential districts to a future meeting for more staff information. Due to the late hour, another public hearing on city-wide omnibus zoning amendments was also continued.

• Awarded $2,915,935 Smart Corridors construction contract to Bear Electrical Solutions, Inc.
• Approved Brisbane Lagoon and U.S. Highway 101 Adaptation Planning Study grant agreements ($259,920 grant, $34,000 local match)
• Approved multiple committee appointments and swore in new members
• Approved Excelsior Running Club's 6th Annual Star City San Bruno Mountain Half Marathon and 5K as a cosponsored event (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Approved Sierra Point Yacht Club's 2024 Regatta as a cosponsored event (4-0, 1 recusal)
• Continued public hearing on zoning text and map amendment 2024-RZ-1 for residential districts to a future meeting
• Continued public hearing on city-wide zoning text amendment 2024-RZ-2 to a future meeting due to the late hour
• Approved remaining 2024 City Council meeting schedule

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Open Space and Ecology Committee Subcommittee will meet on September 4, 2024 at 4:30 p.m., in a hybrid format at 50 Park Place, Brisbane. Members will discuss plans for the OSEC Day in the Park booth. They will also consider additional events scheduled for 2024. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• OSEC Day in the Park booth plans
• Additional 2024 events

City Council

The City Council is meeting in closed session to confer with legal counsel. The discussion focuses on one pending litigation case.

• City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority (Superior Court of Sacramento County, Case No. 80004010)

The Brisbane City Council held a closed session meeting on August 28, 2024, to discuss pending litigation against the California High-Speed Rail Authority. No public decisions were made; the council approved the closed session agenda and received an update on the lawsuit, providing direction to staff.

• Approved closed session agenda (unanimous)
• Received update on City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority litigation and directed staff

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Open Space and Ecology Committee will review a presentation on 2019 and 2021 community emissions inventories. The body will also consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the re-zoning of Brisbane Acres.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding Brisbane Acres re-zoning
• Presentation on 2019 & 2021 Community Emissions Inventories

The committee unanimously approved a letter to the City Council regarding the Brisbane Acres re-zoning, incorporating edits about biodiversity and traffic impacts. Staff presented updated greenhouse gas emissions data, showing a revised baseline and lower estimated reductions than previously reported. The committee also reviewed various environmental programs, including solar incentives and composting initiatives, but took no further formal votes.

• Agenda adopted unanimously
• July 24 minutes approved (Fieldman abstained)
• Letter to City Council on Brisbane Acres re-zoning approved unanimously
• Presentation on 2019 & 2021 Community Emissions Inventories received

City Council

The Park & Recreation Subcommittee will consider a councilmember's request to attend remotely under AB 2449 emergency provisions. It will discuss the Commission's goals for the upcoming year. Public comment will be taken, and the subcommittee will select the 2024 Volunteer of the Year.

• Consider remote attendance request under AB 2449
• Discussion of Park & Recreation Commission goals
• Public comment period
• Selection of 2024 Volunteer of the Year

City Council

The Infrastructure, Franchise, Utilities Subcommittee will consider a councilmember’s request to attend remotely under AB 2449 emergency circumstances. It will also meet with Silverspot Co‑operative Nursery School to discuss the school’s request to the City of Brisbane. No decisions are indicated; the items are for discussion.

• Consider any request of a City Councilmember to attend the meeting remotely under AB 2449 emergency circumstances
• Meet with Silverspot Co‑operative Nursery School regarding their request to the City of Brisbane

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will first approve the minutes from its July 29 meeting. It will receive an update on the public art fund balance and discuss outreach survey results with the Nine Dot Art consultants. The committee will then review the draft Request for Proposals for the Alvarado to San Benito Stairway public‑art project.

• Approve minutes from July 29, 2024 Public Art Advisory Committee meeting
• Public Art Fund Balance Report update
• Meet with Nine Dot Art consultants to discuss public outreach survey results
• Review draft Public Art Request for Proposals for Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project
• Consider City Councilmember request to attend remotely under AB 2449 emergency circumstances

The Public Art Advisory Committee reviewed the draft RFP for the Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project and recommended it go to the City Council for approval, with minor tweaks and a request to contact Deborah Monk. They also discussed public outreach survey results with consultants Nine dot Art for the Public Art Master Plan, emphasizing budget mechanisms and continued check-ins. No formal decisions were made beyond the RFP recommendation.

• Recommended draft RFP for Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved July 29, 2024 minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)

IDEA Committee

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability Committee will convene a hybrid meeting to approve the May 15, 2024 minutes and receive a cultural grant proposal update. No formal decisions are listed beyond routine approvals and public comment.

• Approve IDEA Committee Meeting Minutes of May 15, 2024
• Cultural Grant Proposal Update

The Brisbane IDEA Committee met on August 21, 2024, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 15, 2024, both unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the Cultural Grant Proposal remains unfunded and will be discussed later, and planning for Day in the Park and a United Against Hate Campaign was only discussed. Member Miyoko Nida announced her resignation, requiring a replacement for Age-Friendly meetings.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved remote attendance for Member Nida under AB 2449 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for August 8, 2024 was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2024.

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Brisbane Public Art Advisory Committee will meet to discuss how public art can be integrated into the Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project. They will also explore options for a Gateway Welcome Sign. The meeting includes procedural items like approving minutes and roll call.

• Discuss public art integration into Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project
• Explore options for a Gateway Welcome Sign

The Public Art Advisory Committee discussed integrating public art into the Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project and directed staff to draft two Requests for Proposal: one for art integrated during construction (with a November 1st deadline for drawings) and one for art added after project completion. The Committee also agreed to postpone a gateway welcome sign at Old County Road and Bayshore Boulevard until the Public Art Master Plan is completed, revisiting in spring. Minutes from June 17th were approved, and staff was asked to send thank-you letters to two residents who presented welcome sign ideas.

• Directed staff to draft two RFPs for stairway public art (6-0)
• Approved June 17, 2024 minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Agreed to postpone gateway welcome sign until Public Art Master Plan completion
• Requested thank-you letters to two residents for welcome sign ideas

Planning Commission

The Brisbane Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a fence height exception request at 100 Lake Street. The applicant seeks to build a six-foot-tall, 124-foot-long fence at street level above a 10-foot downslope retaining wall in the R-1 Residential District. The commission will also consider approving the draft minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and oral communications.

• Public hearing: Fence Height Exception 2024-FD-1, 100 Lake Street, R-1 Residential District
• Proposed fence: six-foot tall, 124-foot long, at street level above a 10-foot downslope retaining wall
• CEQA exemption finding under Section 15303(e)
• Approval of draft meeting minutes of June 27, 2024

The Brisbane Planning Commission approved a fence height exception for a six-foot-tall, 124-foot-long fence at 100 Lake Street, which will be built above a 10-foot retaining wall. The approval was unanimous (3-0) via Resolution 2024-FD-1. The commission also appointed an acting chair for the meeting and adopted the agenda and consent calendar. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved fence height exception 2024-FD-1 at 100 Lake Street (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Funke as acting chair (3-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Adopted the consent calendar (3-0)

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Brisbane Open Space and Ecology Committee is meeting to hear a presentation on Reach Codes, which are local building energy standards that can exceed state requirements, and to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also approve minutes from May 22, 2024, and receive staff updates and subcommittee reports.

• Presentation on Reach Codes
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from May 22, 2024
• Staff updates and subcommittee reports

The Open Space and Ecology Committee unanimously elected Nunan as Chair and Salmon as Vice Chair. The committee heard a staff report that the City Council had unanimously passed a three-part reach code on July 18, which repeals unenforceable all-electric requirements, replaces them with a performance-based code allowing natural gas with higher efficiency standards, and updates electric vehicle requirements. The committee also discussed future agenda items, including a potential recommendation to Council opposing rezoning of Brisbane Acres parcels and using surplus property sale funds for open space acquisition.

• Elected Nunan as Chair and Salmon as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Noted reach codes passed unanimously by City Council on July 18
• Agreed to agendize discussion on Brisbane Acres rezoning and surplus property sale funds for August meeting
• Moved Building Decarbonization subcommittee to inactive status after PCA grant rejection

City Council

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on July 18, 2024, to discuss a liability claim and pending litigation. No substantive decisions were made; the liability claim was not discussed due to lack of information, and the council received an update on the lawsuit against the California High-Speed Rail Authority, providing direction to staff.

• Approved closed session agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session
• Received update on City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority litigation; direction provided to staff
• Liability claim (Duffy) not discussed due to lack of information

City Council

The Brisbane City Council held its July 18, 2024 meeting, covering routine approvals, public hearings, and election-related discussions. A motion to place a term-limits ordinance on the November ballot failed 2-3, while a discussion on mayoral appointment was deferred to a workshop. Two zoning text amendments were continued to future meetings due to the late hour.

• Adopted resolution for Countywide and City of Brisbane Local Roadway Safety Plan with Vision Zero goal
• Adopted urgency ordinance amending EV infrastructure and adding Energy Performance Reach Code (Chapter 15.83)
• Authorized City Manager to negotiate sole-source contract with Good City Co. for 70 Old County Road community engagement
• Authorized construction agreement for Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project
• Imposed stormwater program fees and confirmed Sierra Point Landscaping and Lighting District assessments for FY 24/25

The Brisbane City Council voted 2-3 against placing a term limits ordinance for City Council members on the November 5, 2024 ballot. The council also directed staff to hold an October workshop on best practices and code of conduct regarding the possible appointment of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore. Several items were continued to future meetings due to the late hour, including zoning amendments and the sale of city property in Crocker Park.

• Rejected placing term limits ordinance on Nov 5 ballot (2-3)
• Directed staff to hold October workshop on Mayor/Mayor Pro Tem appointment practices
• Approved consent items D-G: minutes, investment report, military equipment report (5-0)
• Approved Local Roadway Safety Plan and Vision Zero Goal (5-0)
• Approved urgency ordinance on EV infrastructure and energy performance reach code (5-0)
• Authorized sole-source contract with Good City Co. for 70 Old County Road project (5-0)
• Approved construction agreement for Alvarado to San Benito Stairway Project (5-0)
• Adopted stormwater program fees and Sierra Point assessments (5-0)

IDEA Committee

The Brisbane IDEA Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including approving minutes from May 15, 2024, reviewing a notable dates calendar with an update on the Diwali event, considering a cultural grant proposal, and discussing the United Against Hate Campaign 2024. The committee will also receive an update on recruitment.

• Approve minutes of May 15, 2024
• Update on Diwali event
• Cultural grant proposal
• United Against Hate Campaign 2024
• Update on IDEA Committee recruitment

City Council

The Brisbane City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants and consider appointments to four committees: Open Space & Ecology, San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District, Complete Streets Safety, and Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability (IDEA). The agenda is primarily procedural, focused on filling committee vacancies.

• Interview and possible appointment for 1 Open Space & Ecology Committee term through 2026 (applicant: Anthony Walker)
• Interview and possible appointment for 1 San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District Board of Trustee term through 2028 (applicants: Paul Bouscal, Michael Goldman)
• Interview and possible appointments for Complete Streets Safety Committee terms through 2025, 2026, and up to 2 terms through 2028 (applicants: Laron McNally, Emily Wirowek)
• Interview and possible appointments for 3 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability (IDEA) Committee terms through 2026 (applicants: Chaya Bella David, Dawn David, Quita Highsmith, Lailah Khalil, Tiffany Meyers, Carol Zoltowski)

The City Council interviewed applicants and directed the Clerk to draft resolutions for appointments to the Open Space & Ecology Committee, the San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District Board of Trustee, and the Complete Streets Safety Committee. The Council also interviewed applicants for the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability (IDEA) Committee.

• Directed appointment of Anthony Walker to Open Space & Ecology Committee through 2026
• Directed appointment of Michael Goldman to San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District Board of Trustee through 2028
• Directed appointment of Emily Wirowek and Paul Bouscal to Complete Streets Safety Committee through 2028
• Directed appointment of Emily Wirowek and Paul Bouscal to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability (IDEA) Committee through 2026

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, July 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will host an introduction for new City Manager Jeremy Dennis. Discussion items include National Parks & Recreation Month, a report on the June offsite facilities tour, and the availability of benches for Crocker Trail.

• Introduction to new City Manager, Jeremy Dennis
• National Parks & Recreation Month event calendar and video
• Report out from June offsite facilities tour
• Discussion regarding existing and future benches for Crocker Trail

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission approved the July 10 agenda and previous meeting minutes with unanimous 6-0 votes. The meeting focused on updates regarding park facilities, foundations, and upcoming events, including a discussion on adding benches to Crocker Trail. No new ordinances or budget allocations were voted on; the Commission decided to take August off for summer recess.

• Approved July 10, 2024 agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 8, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Elected to take August off for summer recess

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will meet to review a letter of support for the 2024 Cycle 7 Pedestrian and Bicycle Program Call for Projects. The group will also approve minutes from June 6, 2024, and discuss outreach for AB 413. The remainder of the agenda covers standard procedural items, remote participation guidelines, and staff updates.

• CSSC Letter of Support – 2024 Cycle 7 Pedestrian and Bicycle Program Call For Projects
• Approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• AB 413 Assignment and Review Outreach discussion
• Remote attendance request under AB 2449
• Next meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024

The committee expressed support for a grant application to relocate a Samtrans bus stop on Bayshore Blvd. Members also discussed public outreach and parking impacts related to the ongoing AB413 assignment.

• Approved June meeting minutes
• Supported project to relocate Samtrans bus stop on Bayshore Blvd. to northside of Van Waters and Roger Road

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a General Plan conformity review regarding the City of Brisbane's disposition of real property. The item involves approximately 28,000 square feet of land located at the western edge of the Crocker Park subarea.

• General Plan conformity review for property disposition at APN 005-300-999 near 151 West Hill Place
• Review of approximately 28,000 square feet of real property in the Crocker Park Trade Commercial Subarea
• Finding of categorical exemption from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15312

The Brisbane Planning Commission approved General Plan Conformity Resolution 2024-GPC-1 for the proposed city disposition of about 28,000 square feet of land at APN 005-300-999, at the western edge of the Crocker Park Trade Commercial Subarea generally behind 151 West Hill Place. The Commission also found the project categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15312. Staff reported that the City Council continued two recommended zoning text amendments to its July 18, 2024 meeting for more public outreach. The July 11, 2024 meeting was cancelled; the next regular meeting is July 25, 2024.

• Approved General Plan Conformity Resolution 2024-GPC-1 for city disposition of ~28,000 sq ft at APN 005-300-999 (5-0)
• Found the project categorically exempt from CEQA review under Guidelines Section 15312 (part of the 5-0 action)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Adopted the consent calendar (5-0)
• Noted City Council continued two Planning Commission-recommended zoning text amendments to July 18, 2024
• Cancelled the July 11, 2024 meeting; adjourned to July 25, 2024

City Council

This agenda contains only closed-session items and standard meeting logistics. The City Council will convene to discuss a pending lawsuit against the California High-Speed Rail Authority and review a liability claim. No public hearings, rezonings, or budget votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority (Case No. 80004010)
• Review of a liability claim filed by Towle and Towle
• Standard closed-session public comment and adjournment procedures
• Remote and in-person public comment logistics

The City Council met in closed session to discuss a liability claim and pending litigation. The Council took action on the liability claim from Towle and Towle and provided staff with direction regarding the City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority case.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting agenda (4-0)
• Took action on Liability Claim: Claimant Towle and Towle

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a resolution for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding tobacco retailer inspection requirements and a recognition of City Manager Clay Holstine.

• Recognition of City Manager Clay Holstine for more than 25 years of service
• Resolution authorizing San Mateo County Controller to place NPDES compliance fees on commercial property tax rolls
• Resolution calling for a General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
• Ordinance amending Brisbane Municipal Code Section 8.44.180 regarding tobacco retailer inspections

The Brisbane City Council unanimously approved a consent calendar including election procedures for November 2024 and new tobacco retailer inspection rules. The Council directed staff to revise ballot language for term limits to specify full three-year terms and to link mayoral rotation discussions to a future code of ethics. The meeting also included a recognition of retiring City Manager Clay Holstine and updates on closed-session liability claims.

• Approved minutes from June 6, 2024 meetings
• Approved resolution for San Mateo County to place NPDES fees on commercial property tax rolls
• Adopted resolution calling General Municipal Election for November 5, 2024
• Adopted ordinance requiring tobacco retailers be inspected at least twice every 12 months
• Directed staff to amend term limits ballot language to specify full three-year terms
• Directed staff to bring mayoral rotation issue back in context of code of ethics
• Directed staff to hold future workshop on Councilmember best practices and code of conduct
• Extended meeting time until 11:00 p.m. (4-0 vote)

IDEA Committee

The regular meeting of the Brisbane IDEA Committee scheduled for June 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2024.

Public Art Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss reorganizing its leadership by electing a new Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also prioritize locations for the Plug Preserve Relocation Project and discuss the Firth Park Project.

• Election of a new Chair and Vice Chair
• Prioritization of location for the next Plug Preserve Relocation Project hydrant restoration event in August
• Update on the Public Art Master Plan Survey and upcoming consultant visit in late July
• Discussion of the Firth Park Project and potential Request for Proposals (RFP)

The Committee nominated new leadership roles and selected Brisbane Community Park for the next Plug Preserve installation. Staff were directed to prepare separate requests for proposals for the repair of two sculptures at Firth Park.

• Nominated Diane Glazman as Chair and Greenlee as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Selected Brisbane Community Park for the next Plug Preserve installation
• Directed staff to prepare two separate RFPs for the turtle and helix sculptures at Firth Park
• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 6th, 2024 minutes (4-0-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2024.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will conduct an offsite tour of several community centers. The tour includes visits to the South San Francisco Community Center and Library, Millbrae Community Center, and Burlingame Community Center.

• Offsite facilities tour: South San Francisco Community Center and Library
• Offsite facilities tour: Millbrae Community Center
• Offsite facilities tour: Burlingame Community Center

City Council

The Charter City & Election Issues Subcommittee will meet to discuss the Mayoral Rotation. The meeting includes a roll call and consideration of remote attendance requests for councilmembers.

• Discussion regarding Mayoral Rotation

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss legal matters. This includes a liability claim involving St. Cin and a conference with legal counsel regarding pending litigation against the CA High-Speed Rail Authority.

• Liability Claim: Claimant St. Cin
• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority (Case No. 80004010)

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on June 6, 2024, and approved the closed session agenda unanimously (5-0). In closed session, councilmembers rejected the liability claim filed by claimant St. Cin under Government Code section 54956.95. They also received an update on pending litigation, City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority, and gave direction to staff. No other substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved closed session agenda (5-0)
• Rejected liability claim by claimant St. Cin
• Received litigation update and gave staff direction in City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 annual budget and various appropriations. The meeting includes discussions on new zoning ordinances, a residential parking permit test program, and several municipal resolutions.

• Construction contract for 2023 Slurry Seal to Graham Contractors, Inc. for $249,500
• Ordinance to require tobacco retailers be inspected at least twice every 12 months
• Budget adoption for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for the City, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority
• Zoning text and map amendment 2024-RZ-1 regarding a residential two unit overlay district
• Zoning text amendment 2024-RZ-2 to modify multifamily and residential mixed use standards

The City Council unanimously approved the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and a new master fee schedule. The council also approved a 6% pay increase across several employee classifications and established new compliance fees for commercial property owners.

• Adopted FY 2024-2025 annual budget for the City, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-2025 budget for Guadalupe Valley Municipal Improvement District (5-0)
• Approved Master Fee Schedule with general fee increases of 2.5% (5-0)
• Approved NPDES Compliance Fees for commercial property owners in a study area (5-0)
• Approved 6% pay increase for various management and bargaining groups (5-0)
• Approved 6-month test Residential Parking Permit Program on Thomas Avenue (5-0)
• Awarded $249,500 slurry seal construction contract to Graham Contractors, Inc. (5-0)
• Continued public hearings on zoning amendments 2024-RZ-1 and 2024-RZ-2 to July 18, 2024 (5-0)

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting. Discussion includes AB 413 and various staff updates.

• Approval of May 1, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of AB 413

The committee discussed the progress of the AB413 assignment, focusing on data collection for residential streets in Central Brisbane. Staff clarified the process for identifying bulb-outs and incorporating striping changes into upcoming paving projects. The committee also reviewed a revised 2024 Work Plan.

• Approved May meeting minutes

City Council

The Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss updates regarding city-owned property. The meeting includes discussions on the community planning process and an economic development update.

• Update on Community Planning Process for City Owned Property at Bayshore Boulevard and Old County Road
• Economic Development Update
• 2024 Progress Seminar Report

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop featuring presentations from various city departments. The session includes an introduction to the 2024/25 budget and overviews from the City Manager and Finance Director.

• Presentation on Audit
• City Manager Introduction to the 2024/25 Budget
• Finance Director Overview of the 2024/25 Budget
• Department presentations including Public Works, Police, Fire, and Parks & Recreation

The City Council accepted the draft of the Fiscal 2022/2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. During a budget workshop for Fiscal Year 2024/25, Council directed staff to identify $500,000 in non-critical expenditures to put on hold to address a projected budget gap.

• Accepted draft of the Fiscal 2022/2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Directed staff to provide a list of $500,000 in expenditures to be placed on hold or pushed to the next fiscal year

City Council

The Fiscal and Administrative Policies Subcommittee will meet to discuss city finances. The primary agenda item is a review of the 2024 Budget presentation.

• Review of 2024 Budget Presentation

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the upcoming Derby and Day in the Park scheduled for October 5, 2024. This meeting is held by the Derby and Day in the Park Subcommittee.

• Discussion of 10/5/24 Derby and Day in the Park

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The committee will review the Vegetation Management Plan during this meeting. The agenda also includes approval of the April 24, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Vegetation Management Plan

The Open Space and Ecology Committee approved a contract with Recon for annual vegetation management. Staff provided updates on solar installations, EV charger funding, and various subcommittee efforts regarding decarbonization and habitat restoration.

• Approved $25,000 annual vegetation management contract with Recon (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (approved with one abstention)

City Council

The City Council will meet in closed session to address liability claims for claimants Robertson and Flores. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation against the CA High-Speed Rail Authority and one case of anticipated litigation.

• Liability claim: Claimant Robertson
• Liability claim: Claimant Flores
• Pending litigation: City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority
• Conference regarding anticipated litigation

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on May 16, 2024, and approved the closed session agenda unanimously (5-0). According to the report out of closed session, councilmembers rejected the liability claims from claimants Robertson and Flores. The council received updates on a pending litigation matter (City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority) and an anticipated litigation matter, but took no action on either. The meeting adjourned at 7:13 P.M.

• Approved closed session agenda (5-0)
• Rejected liability claim from claimant Robertson
• Rejected liability claim from claimant Flores
• No action taken on pending litigation update (City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority)
• No action taken on anticipated litigation update

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution for a road overlay project on Monterey Street between Visitacion Avenue and San Bruno Avenue. The agenda also includes proclamations for various awareness months and approval of community co-sponsored events.

• Monterey Street mill-and-overlay project with an estimated $124,200 in funding
• Proclamation of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Proclamation of Mental Health Awareness Month
• Proclamation of Public Works Week (May 19-25)
• Approval of co-sponsored Library Yard Sale and CPR/First Aid Training

The Brisbane City Council unanimously approved a $124,200 road repair project for Monterey Street using state funds. They also directed staff to spend up to $11,500 on a demographic study related to potential election reforms. The council adopted three heritage month proclamations and approved several consent calendar items, including library and CPR event sponsorships.

• Approved $124,200 Monterey Street mill-and-overlay project (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager to authorize up to $11,500 for demographic study (unanimous)
• Approved Minutes of April 18 and May 2 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved Friends of the Brisbane Library Yard Sale as co-sponsored event (unanimous)
• Approved Mothers of Brisbane CPR/First Aid Training as co-sponsored event (unanimous)
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month
• Proclaimed May 19-25, 2024 as Public Works Week

IDEA Committee

The committee will review an update on a Cultural Grant Proposal. Members will also discuss planning for the Day in the Park and the United Against Hate Campaign 2024.

• Cultural Grant Proposal Update
• Day in the Park Planning
• United Against Hate Campaign 2024

The Brisbane Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability Committee met on May 15, 2024 and approved using $400 from BETSY funds to pay for food at a 2024 Diwali event and to help with outreach. The committee also directed staff to draft a policy setting criteria and a process for the City's notable dates calendar and to add Jewish American Heritage Month in May and Arab American Heritage in April. On the Housing Element Implementation Program, staff said a work plan will return at a future meeting, and on a cultural grant proposal staff were directed to draft a grant proposal identifying funding sources, selection criteria and evaluation tracking. The agenda and the March 20, 2024 minutes were also approved.

• Approved $400 from BETSY funds for food at a 2024 Diwali event and outreach (4-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda as it stands (3-0; Horton absent for the vote)
• Approved the IDEA Committee minutes of March 20, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved Committee Member Miyoko Nida to attend remotely under AB 2449 emergency circumstances
• Directed staff to draft a policy with official criteria and a process/flowchart for the City's notable dates calendar, and to add Jewish American Heritage Month in May and Arab American Heritage in April
• Directed staff to draft a cultural grant proposal identifying funding sources, selection criteria and evaluation tracking
• Housing Element Implementation Program: staff to bring back a work plan at a future meeting; committee asked staff to outline light, medium or heavy involvement

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The joint subcommittee will discuss efforts to reduce litter throughout Brisbane. The meeting includes consideration of a trash grabber check-out or give-away program and identifying locations for new signage. Members will also explore education and outreach opportunities related to litter prevention.

• Discussion of litter reduction efforts in Brisbane
• Consideration of a trash grabber check-out or give-away program
• Identification of 3-5 hotspots for new litter signage
• Review of litter prevention education and outreach opportunities

City Council

The Charter City & Election Issues Subcommittee will hold a follow-up discussion regarding Brisbane election options. The meeting also includes a presentation from National Demographics Corporation President Douglas Johnson.

• Meeting with National Demographics Corporation (NDC) President Douglas Johnson
• Follow up discussion on Brisbane Election Options

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two zoning amendments proposed by the City of Brisbane. These include a new residential two-unit overlay district and updates to multifamily development standards.

• Public hearing for Zoning Text and Map Amendment 2024-RZ-1 (R-TUO residential overlay)
• Public hearing for Zoning Text Amendment 2024-RZ-2 (city-wide multifamily standards)
• Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved two zoning amendments to be recommended to the City Council. These include the creation of a residential two-unit overlay district and updated development standards for multifamily and residential mixed-use districts.

• Approved Resolution 2024-RZ-1 to add the R-TUO residential two unit overlay district (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-RZ-2 to modify multifamily and residential mixed use development standards (4-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Adopted the consent calendar (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review a presentation regarding Club Rec, summer previews, and preschool programs. Members will also discuss ideas for National Parks & Recreation Month and select locations for a June offsite facilities tour.

• Club Rec/Summer Preview/Preschool Program presentation
• Discussion of National Parks & Recreation Month ideas
• Determination of locations for the June offsite facilities tour
• Discussion of research regarding Parks & Recreation Foundations

The Commission selected South San Francisco, Millbrae, and Burlingame community centers and libraries for a June offsite tour. Members also brainstormed activities for National Parks & Recreation Month in July and discussed research on Parks & Recreation Foundations.

• Approved May 8, 2024 agenda (4-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Selected South San Francisco, Millbrae, and Burlingame facilities for June offsite tour

City Council

The Planning Issues Subcommittee will meet to discuss planning issues. The agenda contains no specific project names or detailed discussion topics.

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Committee will meet with Nine dot Art, consultants for the Public Art Master Plan, to discuss public outreach. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the April 15, 2024, meeting.

• Meeting with Nine dot Art consultants regarding Public Art Master Plan public outreach
• Approval of April 15th, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss specific legal and personnel matters. The agenda includes discussions regarding a liability claim, city manager personnel matters, and potential litigation.

• Liability Claim: Claimant Lundeberg
• Personnel Matters: City Manager
• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding anticipated litigation

The City Council met in closed session to discuss a liability claim, personnel matters, and anticipated litigation. The Council rejected the claim filed by Claimant Lundeberg. No action was taken regarding the City Manager personnel matter or the potential litigation case.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting Agenda (5-0)
• Rejected liability claim from Claimant Lundeberg

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several municipal matters, including the appointment of a new City Manager. The agenda includes decisions on park sculpture repairs, residential parking ordinances, and a water main rehabilitation project.

• Authorize $5,128 for repairs to art sculptures in Firth Park
• Adopt an ordinance revising Chapter 10.26 of the Brisbane Municipal Code regarding the Residential Parking Permit Program
• Award $225,270.00 construction contract to Golden Bay Construction, Inc. for the Alvarado Stairway Water Main Rehabilitation Project
• Adopt a resolution to appoint Jeremy Dennis as City Manager
• Receive Recology Brisbane’s 2024 Rate Increase and South San Francisco Scavenger’s 2024 Rate Increase

The City Council appointed Jeremy Dennis as City Manager with an annual salary of $315,000. The Council also approved a water main rehabilitation contract and authorized repairs to sculptures in Firth Park.

• Appointed Jeremy Dennis as City Manager effective June 24, 2024 (5-0)
• Awarded $225,270 Alvarado Stairway Water Main Rehabilitation contract to Golden Bay Construction, Inc. (5-0)
• Authorized $5,128 for repairs to art sculptures in Firth Park (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance revising Residential Parking Permit Program in Municipal Code Chapter 10.26 (5-0)
• Approved Lyrical Opposition’s Lyrical Festival and Fundraiser as a cosponsored event (5-0)
• Directed staff to hire a consulting firm for community engagement regarding land use at 70 Old County Road
• Directed City Clerk to extend recruitment for committee vacancies by one month

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The committee will review and receive direction on the Draft CSSC Workplan from Mayor Pro-tempore Cunningham and Councilmember Mackin. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding AB 413.

• Review of Draft CSSC Workplan
• Discussion and assignment of AB 413
• Approval of March 6, 2024 minutes

The committee prioritized the AB413 assignment, with research expected to be complete by Fall 2024. They reviewed the 2024 Draft Work Plan, removing completed or out-of-scope items and combining several speeding-related items. Staff presented an AB413 data collection template, and the committee noted a member resignation.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Prioritized AB413 assignment; research due Fall 2024
• Removed completed parking study from 2024 Work Plan
• Removed emergency vehicle access item from Work Plan (staff task)
• Removed Baylands development item from Work Plan (too early)
• Combined speeding and traffic calming items (5, 6, 10) into one item
• Modified Bayshore Blvd. pedestrian path item to request CSSC design input
• Noted committee member Tainter's resignation

City Council

The Charter City & Election Issues Subcommittee will meet to discuss Brisbane election options. The meeting includes a roll call and the consideration of remote attendance requests by Councilmembers.

• Discussion of Brisbane Election Options

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a grading review and use permit for a lot merger at 3708 Bayshore Boulevard. The project involves the expansion of an existing contractor's storage yard owned by MK Yard LLC.

• Public Hearing: 3708 Bayshore Boulevard; Grading Review 2024-EX-4
• Use Permit 2024-UP-3 for expansion of current contractor's storage yard
• Lot Merger 2024-LLA-2
• Habitat Conservation Plan Compliance 2024-HCP-1

The Brisbane Planning Commission unanimously approved a project to expand a contractor's storage yard at 3708 Bayshore Boulevard. The approval included grading review, use permit, lot merger, and habitat conservation compliance, with the project found exempt from environmental review. Commissioners also discussed city noise ordinance requirements in response to written correspondence about construction noise.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar (4-0)
• Closed public hearing for 3708 Bayshore Blvd project (4-0)
• Approved project application via Resolutions 2024-EX-4, 2024-UP-3, 2024-LLA-2, 2024-HCP-1 (4-0)

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The committee will review items regarding invasive species regulation and a Priority Conservation Area grant application. The meeting includes approval of the March 27, 2024 minutes.

• Invasive Species Regulation
• Priority Conservation Area grant application
• Approval of March 27, 2024 minutes

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and approved the March 27, 2024, minutes. Members discussed outreach for a new invasive species regulation and a grant application to acquire property in the Brisbane Acres.

• Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 27, 2024, minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider introducing an ordinance regarding the Residential Parking Permit Program and review results from a parking pilot program. The agenda also includes adopting a business license tax resolution for liquid storage facilities.

• Introduction of a new Residential Parking Permit Program ordinance
• Review of Parking Pilot Program Letter (Tulare and Thomas)
• 2024 Business License Tax resolution for Kinder Morgan/SFPP
• Cosponsorship of Brisbane Dance Workshop’s Annual Spring Performance
• Cosponsorship of 'A Night in Little Reno' event

The City Council approved a parking pilot program for Thomas street and introduced an ordinance to revise the Residential Parking Permit Program. The council also approved two cosponsored community events.

• Approved Parking Pilot Program in Thomas (3-1)
• Introduced Parking Ordinance revising Municipal Code 10.26 (5-0)
• Approved Brisbane Dance Workshop’s Annual Spring Performance as cosponsored event (5-0)
• Approved 'A Night in Little Reno' as cosponsored event (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled 2024 Business License Tax for Liquid Storage Facilities (Kinder Morgan/SFPP)

IDEA Committee

The regular meeting of the Brisbane IDEA Committee scheduled for April 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on May 15, 2024.

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will discuss updates regarding art restoration at Firth Park and the Public Art Master Planning Process. The committee will also hold a discussion and vote to reorganize leadership by selecting a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Election of a new Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on existing art restoration at Firth Park
• Update regarding the Public Art Master Planning Process
• Approval of March 18, 2024, meeting minutes

The Public Art Advisory Committee recommended that the City Council approve $5,128 to repair the turtle and helix sculptures at Firth Park. The committee also received an update on public outreach dates for the Public Art Master Planning process.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 18, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended $5,128 Firth Park art restoration to City Council (5-0)

City Council

The Affordable Housing Subcommittee is meeting to discuss Rebuilding Together grant funding. The subcommittee may also consider requests for councilmembers to attend the meeting remotely under AB 2449.

• Discussion of Rebuilding Together Grant Funding
• Consideration of remote attendance requests under AB 2449

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will reorganize its leadership by voting for a new Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting also includes a review of Master Fee Schedule recommendations and subcommittee reassignments.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of Master Fee Schedule recommendations
• Reassignment of subcommittee seats
• Debrief from March 19 strategic planning workshop
• Report on the Public Art Advisory Committee meeting

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission voted 6-0 to approve the April 10, 2024 agenda and 4-0 to approve the March 13, 2024 minutes, with two abstentions. The Commission recommended a master fee schedule with increases to City Council, including a 6% facility rental increase, 10% resident and 25% nonresident increases for Community Park rentals, aquatics, and preschool/youth activities, adult softball at $1000 per team per season, and adult open gym at $5 per person per class. The Commission also unanimously elected Commissioner Sims as Chair, Commissioner Davis as Vice Chair, and Commissioner Seawell as Secretary. The meeting adjourned at 8:13pm.

• Approved April 10, 2024 agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 13, 2024 minutes (4-0, two abstentions)
• Recommended master fee schedule changes to City Council, including 6% facility rental increase, 10% resident/25% nonresident increases for Community Park rentals, aquatics, and preschool/youth activities, adult softball at $1000/team per season, and adult open gym at $5/person per class
• Elected Commissioner Sims as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Davis as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Seawell as Secretary (unanimous)
• Decided to research/pursue feasibility of a Parks & Recreation foundation (to return at future meeting)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss legal matters. The session includes a conference with legal counsel regarding one pending litigation case.

• Conference with Legal Counsel—Pending Litigation: City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority (Case No. 80004010)

The City Council met in closed session to receive an update on a legal case between the City of Brisbane and the CA High-Speed Rail Authority. No action was taken on the matter.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting Agenda (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the mid-year budget report and consider a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2023-24 annual budget. The council will also address the fundraising plan for the 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park Series.

• Adoption of resolution amending the FY 2023-24 annual budget and appropriations
• Approval of fundraising plan for the 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park Series
• Reappointment of Alex Horton and Mangesh Kolhatkar to the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee
• Acceptance of the February 2024 Investment Report

The City Council adopted a resolution to amend the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The amendment accounts for anticipated additional revenues of approximately $2,195,000 and expected net savings of $812,584.

• Adopted resolution amending FY 2023-24 annual budget (5-0)
• Approved Fundraising Plan for 2024 Summer Concerts in the Park Series (5-0)
• Reappointed Alex Horton and Mangesh Kolhatkar to the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee until January 2026 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Closed Session meetings of March 16 and 17, 2024 (5-0)
• Accepted February 2024 Investment Report (5-0)

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The regular meeting of the Complete Streets Safety Committee scheduled for April 03, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 1, 2024.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a tentative parcel map at 100 Harold Road. The proposal seeks to establish a 56,230 square foot buildable parcel within the R-BA Brisbane Acres Residential District. Additionally, the Commission will select its officers.

• Public Hearing: 100 Harold Road; Tentative Parcel Map 2023-TPM-1 to establish a 56,230 square foot buildable parcel
• Selection of Planning Commission Officers

The Brisbane Planning Commission approved a tentative parcel map for 100 Harold Road, establishing a 56,230 square foot buildable parcel. The project was found categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA. The Commission also voted to appoint new officers, with Commissioner Lau as Chairperson and Commissioner Sayasane as Vice-Chair.

• Agenda adopted (4-0)
• Consent calendar adopted (4-0)
• Public hearing for 100 Harold Road closed (3-0)
• Tentative Parcel Map 2023-TPM-1 approved via Resolution 2023-TPM-1 (3-0)
• Commissioner Lau nominated as new Chairperson (4-0)
• Commissioner Sayasane nominated as new Vice-Chair (4-0)

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The committee will discuss a Priority Conservation Area grant application and its subcommittee. Members will also discuss an upcoming San Bruno Mountain celebration event scheduled for May.

• Priority Conservation Area grant application and subcommittee
• San Bruno Mountain celebration event in May
• Approval of February 28, 2024 minutes

The Open Space and Ecology Committee discussed a Priority Conservation Area grant application, with a Letter of Interest due May 8, and voted to select a native seed bank as its second-choice project idea. The committee's greatest interest was property acquisition, including the Peking Handicraft or Levinson property or land in the Brisbane Acres, which would require a willing seller. A subcommittee of Ebel and Becker was formed, with Calmes stepping in if Nunan is not interested. The committee also approved its February 28, 2024 minutes and adopted the agenda; most other items were staff updates and subcommittee reports with no formal decisions.

• Adopted the agenda unanimously
• Approved the February 28, 2024 minutes unanimously
• Selected native seed bank by vote as the second-choice project idea for the PCA grant application
• Formed a PCA grant subcommittee of Ebel and Becker, with Calmes stepping in if Nunan is not interested
• Agreed to try April 24 for a Dark Skies night hike to the water tank, with a possible fall repeat

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will discuss the city's economic position between 2013 and 2023. The council will also consider authorizing the submission of the 2023 Annual Housing Element Progress Report. Additionally, a subcommittee report on election issues is scheduled to be received.

• Presentation of a report detailing Brisbane's economic position from 2013-2023
• Authorization of the 2023 Annual Housing Element Progress Report submission
• Approval of BEST/PTO’s Spring Thing Event as a cosponsored event
• Receipt of a subcommittee report evaluating various election issues

The Brisbane City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes from previous meetings and the submission of the 2023 Housing Element Progress Report to state agencies. Regarding potential election reforms, Council members directed staff to conduct further research on term limits, district elections, and a directly elected mayor, but decided to wait before hiring a demographer consultant. The Council also received a ten-year economic development report from 2013 to 2023.

• Approved minutes from Feb 15, Feb 27, and Mar 7 meetings
• Approved BEST/PTO’s Spring Thing Event as a Cosponsored Event
• Authorized submission of 2023 Annual Housing Element Progress Report
• Directed staff to research election issues (term limits, district elections, elected mayor)
• Decided to wait on hiring consultants for election issue analysis
• Received Economic Development Action Plan update report (2013-2023)

IDEA Committee

The IDEA Committee will discuss the Housing Element Program Implementation. No other specific business items are listed on the agenda for this meeting.

• Housing Element Program Implementation

IDEA Committee

The committee will review the IDEA Annual Work Plan and subcommittee work for 2024. Members will also consider expiration of appointments and requests for term renewals.

• Approval of February 21, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of IDEA Annual Work Plan
• Review of 2024 subcommittee work
• Expiration of appointments and term renewal requests

The Brisbane IDEA Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed the annual work plan, including updates on business development and housing engagement efforts. No substantive policy decisions or votes on ordinances were made during this session.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous among present members)
• Approved minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting (unanimous among present members)
• Approved Miyoko Nida to attend remotely under AB 2449
• Reviewed IDEA Work Plan and subcommittee activities (discussion only)

Public Art Advisory Committee

The committee will meet with Public Master Plan Consultant Nine dot Art to discuss community engagement activities and a visual preference survey. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the February 5, 2024 meeting.

• Meeting with Public Master Plan Consultant Nine dot Art
• Approval of February 5, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session meeting on March 17, 2024. The agenda includes discussion of personnel matters regarding the City Manager position. No other substantive items are listed for this session.

• Personnel matters regarding the City Manager

The City Council met in closed session to discuss personnel matters regarding the City Manager. City Manager Holstine reported that the Council provided direction on the matter.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting Agenda (5-0)
• Provided direction on Personnel Matters: City Manager (outcome not specified)

City Council

The City Council will convene a closed session meeting. The discussion includes approval of the closed session agenda and personnel matters related to the City Manager.

• Personnel Matters: Public Employment (City Manager)

The Brisbane City Council held a closed session to discuss personnel matters regarding the City Manager. The agenda was approved unanimously, and no public comment was received. Councilmembers provided direction on the matter, but no specific decisions or appointments were recorded in the minutes.

• Closed Session Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
• Direction provided on City Manager personnel matters

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2024.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review the Master Fee Schedule and discuss the role of Commissioners in advocacy. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding Youth Advisory Committee/Teen Programs.

• Master Fee Schedule Review
• Youth Advisory Committee/Teen Programs presentation
• Discussion on the role of Commissioners in Parks & Recreation advocacy

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from February 14, 2024. Members discussed the master fee schedule and the role of Commissioners in advocacy, but no further actions were taken on those items.

• Approved March 13, 2024 agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 14, 2024 minutes (4-0)

City Council

This is a closed session meeting for the Brisbane City Council. The council will approve the closed session agenda and confer with legal counsel regarding one case of pending litigation.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding pending litigation: City of Camden, et al., v. 3M Company

The Brisbane City Council held a closed session on March 7, 2024, to discuss one pending litigation case, City of Camden, et al., v. 3M Company, in federal court in South Carolina. The council approved the closed session agenda unanimously and received direction from staff, but the City Attorney reported that no decision was made. No member of the public was present, and the meeting adjourned at 7:20 PM.

• Approved the closed session agenda as it stands (unanimous; Ayes: Cunningham, Davis, Mackin, O'Connell)
• No decision made in closed session on pending litigation (City of Camden, et al., v. 3M Company); staff given direction

City Council

The City Council will consider a letter to residents regarding a trial residential parking permit program on Tulare Street and Thomas Avenue. Additionally, the council may authorize a $10,000 grant for home rehabilitation for a low-income household.

• Trial Residential Parking Permit Program for Tulare Street and Thomas Avenue
• $5,000 cost for program setup and web services via IPS Group
• $20 fee per residential parking permit
• $5,000 estimated cost for street signage
• $10,000 grant to Rebuilding Together Peninsula for home rehabilitation

The Brisbane City Council unanimously approved a letter inviting residents on Tulare Street and Thomas Avenue to participate in a trial residential parking permit program. The council also unanimously tabled a request for a $10,000 grant to help repair a low-income resident's home, pending legal review of funding sources. Additionally, the council directed staff to begin recruiting for vacancies on several city committees and a county district board.

• Approved trial residential parking permit program for Tulare St. and Thomas Ave. (4-0)
• Tabled $10,000 grant for home repairs pending legal review (4-0)
• Directed recruitment for vacancies on OSEC, IDEA, and Mosquito Control Board
• Reappointed IDEA Committee members Kolhatkar and Horton to 2026
• Approved consent calendar items including investment reports and minutes (4-0)
• Proclaimed March 2024 as Women's History Month

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will meet to conduct elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a discussion and assignment regarding AB 413. Additionally, the committee will review the minutes from the February 3, 2024, meeting.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion and assignment regarding AB 413
• Approval of February 3, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee elected a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members agreed to collect data in specific zones of Central Brisbane to help implement AB413, a state law restricting parking near crosswalks.

• Elected Wodziak as Chairperson
• Elected Strecker as Vice Chairperson
• Approved February meeting minutes
• Agreed to collect AB413 parking restriction data in Central Brisbane zones

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will review a minor modification for a project at 80 Lily Court. The proposal involves enclosing a rear deck to add approximately 215 square feet of living space. The hearing includes a finding that the project is exempt from CEQA.

• Minor modification at 80 Lily Court to enclose a rear deck and add approximately 215 square feet of living space

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Open Space and Ecology Committee will receive input on the BayREN Single Family Program redesign from a County of San Mateo specialist. The committee will also review invasive species letters to local nurseries and discuss a celebration event for San Bruno Mountain in May.

• Input on BayREN Single Family Program redesign
• Invasive Species letters to local nurseries
• San Bruno Mountain celebration event in May
• Approval of January 24, 2024 minutes

The Open Space and Ecology Committee adopted its agenda and the January 24, 2024 minutes, then discussed a possible San Bruno Mountain celebration event in May, referring it to the events subcommittee for a recommendation next month. The committee heard a BayREN Single Family Program redesign presentation and gave feedback, with members split on whether the program details were developed enough. It also reviewed a draft invasive species letter to local nurseries and formed an ad hoc subcommittee (Calmes, Becker, Fieldman) to revise it for certified mailing. No formal approvals or denials beyond the agenda and minutes were recorded.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted January 24, 2024 minutes (unanimous, Nunan abstained due to absence)
• Referred San Bruno Mountain May celebration event to events subcommittee for recommendation next month
• Formed ad hoc subcommittee of Calmes, Becker and Fieldman to revise invasive species nursery letter for certified mailing
• Directed Etherton to send nursery list with in-person visit column; members to suggest edits and volunteer for visits

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will hold a closed session meeting on February 27, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding personnel matters related to the City Manager.

• Personnel matters regarding the City Manager

The City Council met in closed session to discuss personnel matters related to the City Manager. The City Attorney reported that no decisions were made during the session, though staff received direction.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting Agenda (5-0)

City Council

The Charter City & Election Issues Subcommittee will discuss Brisbane election options and a charter city review. The committee may also consider requests for remote attendance under AB 2449.

• Discussion of Brisbane Election Options & Charter City Review
• Consideration of remote attendance requests under AB 2449

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a workshop regarding proposed changes to the city's zoning ordinance. These amendments are intended to ensure compliance with State Senate Bills SB 9 and SB 478.

• Workshop: Discussion of Preliminary Zoning Ordinance Amendments for compliance with SB 9 (2021) and SB 478 (2021)

The Commission held a workshop to discuss proposed zoning ordinance amendments for compliance with State Senate Bills SB 9 and SB 478. No formal votes were taken on the amendments, as the next step is a public hearing for a recommendation to the City Council.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Adopted the consent calendar (5-0)

IDEA Committee

The IDEA Committee will review the annual work plan and subcommittee work for 2024. The agenda also includes presentations regarding community based organizations serving Brisbane.

• Presentation: Community Based Organizations Serving Brisbane
• Workshop: Annual Work Plan including Parks and Recreation report back
• Review of IDEA Work Plan
• Review of 2024 Subcommittee Work
• Approval of January 17, 2024 and November 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the meeting minutes from November 15, 2023, and January 17, 2024. Members discussed the Parks and Recreation Resume and Interview Workshop, suggesting increased outreach and incentives to attract more teens. A policy subcommittee meeting was scheduled for March 20, 2024.

• Approved February 21, 2024 agenda (4-0)
• Approved January 17, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 15, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Scheduled policy subcommittee meeting for March 20, 2024

City Council

The City Council will meet in a closed session to address specific legal and real estate matters. This includes discussing a liability claim involving claimant Bernardo and negotiating terms for a real property sale.

• Liability Claim: Claimant Bernardo
• Real Property Negotiation: Approximately 28,000 square feet west of South Hill Drive (Adjacent to 151 West Hill Property)
• Negotiation between City of Brisbane and BLT Enterprises regarding price and sale terms

The Brisbane City Council met in closed session on February 15, 2024. The council denied a liability claim from claimant Bernardo, according to City Manager Holstine's report. On the real property negotiation item involving a roughly 28,000-square-foot parcel west of South Hill Drive and BLT Enterprises, City Attorney McMorrow reported the council made no decision and gave staff direction. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Denied liability claim (Claimant Bernardo) — reported by City Manager Holstine
• No decision on real property negotiation with BLT Enterprises; staff given direction — reported by City Attorney McMorrow
• Approved closed session agenda (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider revising eligibility requirements for the Brisbane Rental Assistance Program. The agenda also includes authorizing a funding agreement for the Smart Corridor Project and discussing the potential sale of city parcel APN 005-300-999.

• Revision of Brisbane Rental Assistance Program eligibility requirements
• Funding agreement for the Smart Corridor Project construction phase
• Short Term Rental Ordinance implementation update
• Potential sale of City Parcel APN 005-300-999 and surplus land declaration
• Acknowledgment of completed 2023 North County Fire Authority inspections

The City Council declared a landlocked property in Crocker Park as surplus land, requiring any future purchase agreement to be approved in an open meeting. Council also expanded eligibility for the city's rental assistance program and authorized a funding agreement for a traffic signal system.

• Declared City Parcel APN 005-300-999 as surplus land (4-1)
• Revised Rental Assistance Program eligibility by removing COVID-19 income impact requirements (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign funding agreement for Smart Corridor Project traffic signal system (5-0)
• Directed staff to explore automatic Transient Occupancy Tax collection agreements with Airbnb and other platforms
• Denied Liability Claim Item D in closed session
• Approved January 18 and January 30, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Acknowledged completion of 2023 annual fire and life safety inspections by North County Fire Authority (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss planning and brainstorming for Mental Health Awareness Month in May. The meeting also includes reports from several subcommittees, including Concerts in the Park and Public Art Advisory.

• Mental Health Awareness Month planning
• Concerts in the Park Subcommittee report
• Public Art Advisory Committee report
• Community Park Improvements Subcommittee report
• Events Subcommittee report

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission met on February 14, 2024, with five commissioners present and two absent. The commission approved the meeting agenda and the January 10, 2024 minutes, both by 5-0 votes. The only new business was a discussion about planning for Mental Health Awareness Month in May, with no decision recorded. Subcommittees reported on concerts, public art, park improvements, and events, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved February 14, 2024 agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 10, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:23pm (moved by Chairperson Kern)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Events Subcommittee will meet to discuss upcoming events for the year 2024. The meeting includes a session for citizen communications.

• Discussion of 2024 Events

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a sign program at 150 North Hill Drive. The proposal seeks to allow 70.5 square feet of advertising signage along the secondary frontage, where a maximum of 50 square feet is currently permitted.

• Public hearing for sign program 2023-SR-4 at 150 North Hill Drive
• Proposal to increase secondary frontage advertising signage from 50 sq ft to 70.5 sq ft
• Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a sign program for 150 North Hill Drive. The approval allows for 70.5 sq ft of advertising signage along the secondary frontage, exceeding the standard 50 sq ft maximum.

• Adopted the agenda (3-0)
• Adopted the consent calendar (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-SR-4 for signage at 150 North Hill Drive (3-0)

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will review a staff presentation regarding a pedestrian path on the west side of Bayshore Blvd. from San Bruno Ave to Old County Rd. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 3, 2024 meeting.

• Staff presentation: Pedestrian path on west side of Bayshore Blvd. from San Bruno Ave to Old County Rd
• Approval of January 3, 2024 meeting minutes

The committee reviewed a 2022 Complete Streets Safety Assessment focusing on five locations along Bayshore Boulevard. Members discussed proposed road diets and multi-use paths, and noted that the report helps the city secure grants.

• Approved January meeting minutes
• Supported recommendation for a multi-use path on Bayshore Boulevard between Van Waters and Rogers Road and San Bruno Avenue
• Took no exception to moving the Samtrans bus stop at Van Waters and Rogers Road and Bayshore Boulevard

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Community Park Improvements Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential upgrades for Community Park. The agenda also includes a period for citizen communications.

• Discussion of improvements for the Community Park

Public Art Advisory Committee

The committee will meet with Public Master Plan Consultant Nine dot Art to discuss community engagement activities and a visual preference survey. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the January 8, 2024, meeting.

• Meeting with Public Master Plan Consultant Nine dot Art
• Approval of January 8, 2024, meeting minutes

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 8, 2024. The scheduled meeting with the Public Art Master Plan Consultant, Nine dot Art, was postponed due to severe weather.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 8, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Postponed meeting with Nine dot Art consultant to March 18, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to update animal control regulations and service fees. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding options for a residential permit parking program.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 6.04 of the Brisbane Municipal Code concerning animal control regulations and service fees
• Study of a Residential Permit Parking Program
• Update on potential new development impact fees, NPDES fees, and Master Fee Schedule update
• Update on Sierra Point Sea Level Rise Analysis
• Creation of the City Charter Review/Election Options Subcommittee

The City Council approved a pilot residential parking permit program for Tulare St and Thomas Ave. The Council also updated animal control regulations and created a subcommittee to review the City Charter and election options.

• Approved updated animal control regulations in Municipal Code Chapter 6.04 (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft pilot program letters for Tulare St and Thomas Ave residents (5-0)
• Directed staff to revise Municipal Code Section 10.26 to require a simple majority for parking programs
• Created City Charter Review/Election Options Subcommittee with Councilmembers Lentz and Davis (5-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 4, Jan 18, and Jan 18 closed session meetings (5-0)
• Approved co-sponsorship for Mothers of Brisbane Egg Hunt (5-0)

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The Brisbane Open Space and Ecology Subcommittee will discuss education and outreach initiatives for 2024, including a library display, targeted litter reduction efforts, and STAR articles. Members may also consider remote attendance requests under state emergency rules. The agenda does not list any binding votes, contracts, or fee changes.

• Review of the OSEC library display
• Planning targeted outreach on litter reduction
• Discussion of other 2024 education and outreach priorities
• Updates on STAR Articles

City Council

This is a closed session agenda for the Brisbane City Council. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding pending litigation involving the CA High-Speed Rail Authority.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority

The City Council held a closed session meeting to confer with legal counsel regarding one pending litigation case. The City Attorney reported that staff received direction on the matter.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting Agenda (5-0)
• Provided staff direction on City of Brisbane v. CA High-Speed Rail Authority litigation

City Council

The Economic Development Subcommittee will discuss eligibility for the Brisbane Rental Assistance Program. The meeting also includes an update on the Building Efficiency Program and a review of the draft 10-year Economic Development Review.

• Discussion of Brisbane Rental Assistance Program eligibility
• Update on the Building Efficiency Program
• Economic Development Update
• Review of the draft 10-year Economic Development Review

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2024.

Open Space and Ecology Committee

The committee will review its annual work plan and a letter to the City Council regarding City Manager recruitment. Members will also consider a request to host a San Bruno Mountain Celebration event in May.

• Annual work plan
• Letter to City Council regarding City Manager recruitment
• Request to host San Bruno Mountain Celebration event in May

The Open Space and Ecology Committee accepted its annual work plan with an added focus on trash outreach. The committee also approved sending a letter to the City Council regarding City Manager recruitment, including language on quality of life issues.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 13, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted annual work plan as amended to include targeted trash outreach (unanimous)
• Approved sending amended letter to City Council regarding City Manager recruitment (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Concerts in the Park Subcommittee will meet to discuss details and logistics for the upcoming 2024 concert series. The meeting includes a period for citizen communications.

• Discussion of 2024 Concert Series details and logistics

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session to conduct a conference with a real property negotiator. The discussion involves negotiating terms of payment between the City of Brisbane and BLT Enterprises regarding a specific land parcel.

• Negotiation regarding approximately 29,000 square feet west of South Hill Drive
• Conference with City Manager Clay Holstine acting as real property negotiator
• Discussion of terms of payment between the City of Brisbane and BLT Enterprises

The City Council met in closed session to discuss payment terms for a property negotiation between the City of Brisbane and BLT Enterprises. No decisions were made during the session, though staff received direction on the matter.

• Approved Closed Session Meeting Agenda (5-0)
• No decision made regarding Real Property Negotiation

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review the Ralph Brown Act. The Council will also discuss and approve county and subcommittee assignments.

• Review of the Ralph Brown Act
• Approval of County Assignments
• Approval of Subcommittee Assignments

The City Council established assignments for a new subcommittee and dissolved two existing subcommittees. A scheduled review of the Ralph Brown Act was postponed.

• Assigned Councilmembers Lentz and Davis to the Best Practices Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Dissolved the Lunafest Subcommittee
• Dissolved the Ordinance 5 28 Ad Hoc Subcommittee

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a Dark Sky Ordinance regarding outdoor lighting standards. The agenda also includes an introduction to updated animal control regulations and service fees.

• Adoption of Dark Sky Ordinance with estimated costs upwards of $1M for streetlights and public facilities
• Introduction of ordinance to revise animal control regulations and service fees
• Update to the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Capital Improvement Plan
• City Manager's report on Q1 2024 development projects status

The Brisbane City Council approved Consent Calendar items B-F, which included new animal control regulations and the Dark Sky Ordinance adding outdoor lighting standards, with an estimated cost of upwards of $1M over 15 years. The council also approved funding the DPW-94 Wastewater Infiltration and Inflow Study and DPW-95 Guadalupe Canyon Parkway Flushing Unit using Enterprise Funds. On the Capital Improvement Plan, the council directed staff to return at mid-year to review funding sources for priority projects, and recommended removing completed projects from the CIP list after five years. The meeting adjourned in memory of Debbie Canfield.

• Approved Consent Calendar items B-F, including animal control ordinance and Dark Sky Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved DPW-94 and DPW-95 projects funded by Enterprise Funds (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return at mid-year to review funding sources for CIP priority projects
• Recommended removing completed projects from CIP list after five years
• Directed staff to schedule creation of a City Council Subcommittee on election issues
• Amended agenda to adjourn in memory of Debbie Canfield (unanimous)

IDEA Committee

The committee will hold elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also address expiring appointments and requests for term renewals. Additionally, a workshop is scheduled to review the annual work plan and subcommittee work for 2024.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Expiration of appointments and requests for term renewals
• Workshop on the IDEA Annual Work Plan
• Review of subcommittee work for 2024

The Brisbane Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) Committee elected Anna Davis as Chair and Mangesh Kolhatkar as Vice Chair, both by unanimous votes. The committee also approved the agenda, received a resignation letter from Committee Member Oseto, and discussed appointment expirations and the 2024 work plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as it stands (5-0)
• Elected Anna Davis as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Mangesh Kolhatkar as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Received resignation letter from Committee Member Oseto
• Discussed appointment expirations and term renewal requests; no action taken
• Held workshop on annual work plan; no action taken

City Council

The Affordable Housing Subcommittee will meet to discuss Rebuilding Together. The meeting also includes an update on the Visitacion Garden Senior Apartments ground lease renewal.

• Discussion of Rebuilding Together
• Update on Visitacion Garden Senior Apartments ground lease renewal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an interim use permit for 15 Industrial Way. The request involves using a quarter-acre gravel storage yard to park construction vehicles and equipment for a five-year term.

• Public Hearing: Interim Use Permit 2023-UP-9 for a gravel storage yard at 15 Industrial Way
• Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved a five-year interim use permit for a gravel storage yard at 15 Industrial Way. The site will be used for parking construction vehicles and equipment.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Adopted the consent calendar (4-0)
• Approved Interim Use Permit 2023-UP-9 for 15 Industrial Way via Resolution 2023-UP-9 (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will finalize discussion topics for a strategic planning workshop scheduled for February 3. Members will also review the draft 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission calendar for potential edits.

• Finalize topics for the 2/3 strategic planning workshop
• Review the draft 2024 P&R Commission Calendar
• Event debrief: Festival of Lights
• Subcommittee reports regarding Public Art and Community Park Improvements

The Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commission approved its January 10, 2024 agenda and the minutes of its November 8, 2023 meeting, both by 7-0 votes. The rest of the meeting was discussion and reports: a debrief on the 2023 Festival of Lights, topics for a 2024 strategic planning workshop, and a draft 2024 commission calendar. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved January 10, 2024 agenda (7-0)
• Approved November 8, 2023 minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:27pm

City Council

The subcommittee will review proposed projects on the City’s Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a roll call and consideration of remote attendance requests for Councilmembers.

• Review of Proposed Projects on the City’s Capital Improvement Plan

Public Art Advisory Committee

The Public Art Advisory Committee will discuss the Community Park Donor Star Wall and prioritize upcoming 2024 projects. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Public Art Master Plan and Phase 3 art installations.

• Discussion of Community Park Donor Star Wall
• Review and prioritization of 2024 projects
• Update regarding the Public Art Master Plan
• Update regarding Phase 3 art installation

The committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes from November 20, 2023. Members discussed the Community Park Donor Star Wall but decided to delay funding due to potential park redesigns. The committee also prioritized the fire hydrant project and the restoration of the helix and turtle at Firth Park for 2024.

• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 20, 2023 minutes (4-0, 2 abstentions)
• Tabled funding for Community Park Donor Star Wall

City Council

The Brisbane City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss its internal protocol for handling development and zoning applications. The agenda lists only a public comment period and an adjournment, with no formal votes scheduled. Residents may provide input in person at 50 Park Place or remotely via Zoom, email, and text.

• Workshop on City Council protocol for development and zoning applications
• Public comment period with remote options via Zoom, email, and text
• Meeting location at 50 Park Place, Brisbane, CA 94005

The City Council directed staff to form a Best Practices subcommittee to establish a code of conduct for members reviewing development and zoning applications. Staff was also directed to host a Brown Act Training Retreat Session for all City Committee Members and Commissioners.

• Directed staff to establish a Best Practices subcommittee for a Councilmember code of conduct regarding Development and/or Zoning Applications
• Directed staff to host a Brown Act Training Retreat Session for all City Committee Members and Commissioners

Complete Streets Safety Committee

The Complete Streets Safety Committee will discuss the investigation of a Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane. The committee is also scheduled to review the Bike/Pedestrian Master Plan.

• Investigation of Residential Parking Permit program for Central Brisbane
• Review of Bike/Pedestrian Master Plan

The committee reviewed the residential parking permit program (RPPP) report and requested several edits regarding enforcement, costs, and eligibility. Staff presented the 2017 Bike/Ped Master Plan for committee familiarity.

• Approved December 2023 meeting minutes