San Carlos public meetings in 2024
71 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider two Minor Use Permit requests. These requests involve the expansion of a brewery and the addition of instructional services at a multitenant building.
- 815 Cherry Lane (Blue Oak Brewery): Request for Minor Use Permit for expansion and outdoor dining
- 1021 Howard Avenue (My Swing Studio): Request for Minor Use Permit for instructional services
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council will receive an introduction to the Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project. The body will also review subcommittee updates regarding sustainability, transportation, and community events.
- Presentation on Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project
- Discussion on Alameda Pathway Proposal
- Review of 2025 Sustainability subcommittee goals
- Planning for Finals and Fries event (December 16-18)
- Updates on Intergenerational Prom
The Youth Advisory Council approved minutes from its October 9, 2024 meeting. Members received a presentation on the City's Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform project, which aims to modernize parking policies and reduce car dependency. The council also heard reports on upcoming youth events, subcommittee activities, and a new intergenerational prom planned for 2025. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting (motion by Cecily Mock, seconded by Eva Greenebaum)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a consent calendar to waive reading of all ordinances and approve the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes. It will adopt a resolution accepting the Certificate of the Chief Elections Officer and the Statement of Votes from the November 5, 2024 general municipal election, declaring the results. The council will also reorganize by seating the newly elected City Treasurer and councilmembers, presenting to retiring Councilmember Ronald Collins, and calling for nominations for a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. No action will be taken on agenda‑setting items.
- Motion to waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar)
- Approve the November 12, 2024 City Council regular meeting minutes
- Adopt resolution accepting the election certificate and vote statement for the November 5, 2024 election
- Seat newly elected City Treasurer
- Call for nominations for new Mayor and Vice Mayor
The City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, adopted Resolution 2024-131, and seated newly elected officials. In reorganization, Sara McDowell was elected Mayor and Pranita Venkatesh as Vice Mayor, both by unanimous votes. The meeting also honored retiring Councilmember Ronald Collins.
- Adopted Resolution 2024-131 accepting election results (5-0)
- Seated Inge Tiegel Doherty as City Treasurer
- Seated Neil Layton as City Councilmember
- Elected Sara McDowell as Mayor (5-0)
- Elected Pranita Venkatesh as Vice Mayor (5-0)
- Approved consent calendar including November 12, 2024 minutes (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will review the Public Art Task Force's recommendation to add selected artists to an artist rotation program. A presentation on athletics will be given by the Recreation Coordinator. The meeting will also approve the minutes from October 2, 2024, and set the next meeting for February 5, 2025.
- Consider recommendation of selected artists for artist rotation program (New Business)
- Approval of minutes from October 2, 2024
- Athletics presentation by Holly Gonzales, Recreation Coordinator
- Reports on Parks & Recreation programs, services, and capital improvement project updates
- Agenda setting items: review proposed 2025 meeting schedule; consider public art recommendation
The San Carlos Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission approved a motion to accept the Public Art Task Force's recommendation of selected artists for the Artist Rotation Program. The motion passed unanimously, 5-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting, with one abstention, and received updates on athletics programs and upcoming community events.
- Approved recommendation of selected artists for Artist Rotation Program (5-0)
- Approved minutes of October 2, 2024 meeting (4-0-1, Lee abstained)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The San Carlos City Council will consider approving childcare grant requests and appropriating additional funds to increase childcare spaces. The Council will also discuss a resolution stating a position of no confidence in San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus.
- Approve Childcare Grant Requests and Appropriation
- Resolution of No Confidence in Sheriff Christina Corpus
- Storm Drain Improvement Project contract ($154,620)
- Landslide repair at 995 Crestview Drive ($20,000)
- Landslide repair at 3144 Brittan Avenue ($50,000)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will consider a request to create four attached townhome units with covered parking. The body will also discuss a local roadway safety plan and hold a study session on parking reform and transportation demand management.
- Public hearing for 782 Elm Street: request for a Vesting Tentative Map for four attached townhome units
- Discussion of the San Carlos Local Roadway Safety Plan
- Study Session for the Transportation Demand Management and Parking Reform Project
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council will approve minutes from its October 9 meeting and receive several reports and presentations, including updates on library events, sustainability, transportation, and community‑engagement projects. The council will also introduce and review the work plan for the Agents of Discovery online application to be used during the Centennial celebrations. No formal decisions beyond discussion and approval of minutes are indicated.
- Approve minutes from the October 9, 2024 Youth Advisory Council meeting
- Receive presentation from the San Carlos Library Youth Center on upcoming events
- Update on the sustainability video project from the Sustainability subcommittee
- Review agenda and registration for the December 16‑18 Finals & Fries event
- Introduce and review the Agents of Discovery work plan and timeline
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss funding the San Carlos School District’s crossing guard program and establishing official city flags. The body is also reviewing several contracts for citywide banners and transportation services.
- Proposed funding of $296,917.65 for the San Carlos School District’s Crossing Guard Program (FY 2024-25)
- Contract with Sierra Display, Inc. for decorative banners not to exceed $206,000
- Contract with Sierra Installations, Inc. for banner storage and installation not to exceed $161,269
- Amendment to Kimley-Horn Associates, Inc. agreement increasing annual not-to-exceed amount to $2,000,000
- Approval of specifications for Illuminated Street Name Sign Replacement Project C1712
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider two resolutions: one to approve a pilot program designating short‑term parking locations in downtown San Carlos for food‑delivery and rideshare services, and another to authorize the City Manager to amend the professional services agreement with WRT, Inc. for additional consulting on the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan Phase 1 design drawings. The meeting also includes a consent calendar to waive reading of all ordinances and approve the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes, as well as agenda‑setting for a future study on downtown parking enforcement.
- Motion to waive reading of all ordinances (consent calendar).
- Approve the September 23, 2024 City Council regular meeting minutes.
- Resolution to adopt a pilot program for short‑term parking locations in downtown for food‑delivery and rideshare services.
- Resolution authorizing amendment to the professional services agreement with WRT, Inc. for additional consulting on the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan Phase 1 design engineering drawings.
- Agenda‑setting to consider a study session on downtown parking enforcement and potential.
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Economic Development Advisory Commission will approve the September 24, 2024 meeting minutes. The commission will hear a high‑level presentation on the General Plan reset. Commissioners will review the draft timeline and action‑ranking exercise for the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan. They will discuss selecting ten small businesses for the 2024 Business Spotlight.
- Approval of the September 24, 2024 EDAC meeting minutes
- General Plan Reset Presentation – high‑level overview
- Review of the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan timeline and draft action ranking
- Discussion on selecting 10 small businesses for the 2024 Business Spotlight
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss several administrative items, including a professional services agreement amendment and a property-related promissory note. The body will also receive reports on traffic signal projects and a presentation on CalWater's rate setting process.
- Amendment to professional services agreement with Perkins & Will for the Northeast Area Specific Plan in the amount of $50,000
- Resolution forgiving a promissory note and executing a deed of reconveyance for 1244 Cherry Street
- Report on the status of City of San Carlos Traffic Signal Master Plan Projects
- Presentation from CalWater on their rate setting process
- Discussion on potentially agendizing a study session for downtown parking enforcement
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Special Meeting
The San Carlos City Council will hold a study session to discuss various issues and topics affecting the city, but no decisions or actions will be taken. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as a call to order, pledge of allegiance, public comment limited to two minutes per speaker, and adjournment.
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Public Comment (max 2 minutes per speaker)
- Study Session – discussion of issues and topics, no action
- Adjournment
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to coordinate upcoming community events and review subcommittee progress. The body will discuss the use of the Agents of Discovery application to engage youth with local nature and history.
- Introduction of Agents of Discovery application for Centennial celebrations
- Planning and volunteer roles for the Halloween Haunted House at the Youth Center
- Scheduling for climate interview video project filming
- Review of youth-related items from City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning and Transportation Commission meetings
- Laurel Street Cleanup at Harrington Park on October 16
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will approve minutes from August 5 and August 13, 2024, and elect a chair and vice‑chair. A public hearing will consider a Conditional Use Permit request for veterinary services in an existing multi‑tenant building at 360 Industrial Road (APNs 046‑054‑440, 046‑054‑450). The commission will also receive reports on recent City Council actions and staff updates, followed by a public comment period.
- Approve minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting
- Approve minutes from the August 13, 2024 special meeting
- Elect Planning and Transportation Commission Chair
- Elect Planning and Transportation Commission Vice‑Chair
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for veterinary services at 360 Industrial Road (APNs 046‑054‑440, 046‑054‑450)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Two Plus Two Joint City/School Committee Meeting
The San Carlos Joint City/School Committee will meet to discuss several coordination items. The agenda includes updates on school-related measures and infrastructure projects.
- Measure H
- Safe Routes to School
- Alameda de las Pulgas Corridor Improvement Project update
- Centennial Celebration
Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will approve minutes from June 5 and August 7, 2024. It will hear presentations on personal and family development and on watershed management and maintenance. The commission will vote to appoint a commissioner to the Downtown Advisory Committee (DTAC). It will also receive a report on the Parks & Recreation program and set the date for the next meeting.
- Approve Updated Meeting Minutes of June 5, 2024
- Approve Meeting Minutes of August 7, 2024
- Presentation: Personal & Family Development by Janet Guerry
- Presentation: Watershed Management & Maintenance
- Appointment of a Parks, Recreation & Culture Commissioner to the Downtown Advisory Committee (DTAC)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Commission Special Meeting
The Economic Development Advisory Commission will approve the August 27 2024 meeting minutes, hear public comments on non‑agenda topics, and present the actions and timeline for the 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan, reviewing the 2021‑2024 plan and discussing objectives and focus areas.
- Approval of the August 27 2024 EDAC meeting minutes
- Public comment on items not on the agenda (up to 10 minutes total)
- Presentation of 2025‑2028 Economic Development Plan actions and timeline
- General updates including community anecdotes (“Heard on the Street”)
- Future meeting agenda for Oct 22 2024: Economic Development Plan, General Plan Reset presentation, Small Business Spotlight Program
City Council Regular Meeting
The San Carlos City Council will consider approving multiple contracts for public works projects and professional services, as well as extending the temporary downtown parklet program. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an ordinance expanding the definition of firearms.
- Award $665,299.60 contract for Highlands Park Path Project
- Award $164,000 contract for 2024 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project
- Extend temporary Downtown Parklet Program to September 15, 2025
- Adopt ordinance expanding definition of firearm to include air rifles
- Extend on-call legal services agreement with Burke, Williams & Sorensen LLP for $300,000
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council will review subcommittee reports and discuss upcoming youth events. The council is scheduled to consider appointments for the 2024-2025 Social Media Subcommittee.
- Appointment of the 2024-2025 Social Media Subcommittee
- Discussion of 2024 Haunted House theme
- Review of Fall 2024 donation drive
- Youth Center events: Teen Movie Night (Sept 13) and YC Palooza Dance (Sept 20)
- Youth Liaison assignments for Fall and Winter 2024
The San Carlos Youth Advisory Council approved the minutes from its August 28, 2024 meeting. The council also received reports on upcoming youth events, including a teen movie night and a dance, and discussed subcommittee activities such as a sustainability video and a Halloween haunted house. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting (motion by Eva Greenebaum, seconded by Zuri Kadiwar)
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a closed session. The primary purpose is to discuss the price and terms for specific properties on El Camino Real.
- Closed session regarding property at 676 and 680 El Camino Real (APNs 050-133-340 and 050-133-350)
The City Council met in special session and immediately entered closed session to discuss price and terms for properties at 676 and 680 El Camino Real. No public comment was heard, and no report was given after the closed session. The meeting adjourned without any public decisions.
- Held closed session to discuss property negotiations for 676 and 680 El Camino Real
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will decide on several funding approvals, including library upgrades and facility maintenance. The body will also consider zoning changes for childcare facilities and an ordinance expanding the definition of firearms.
- Appropriating $1,250,000 for library bathroom/kitchen upgrades, solar panel roof upgrades, and parking garage cameras
- Professional services agreement with Comfort International, Inc. for HVAC maintenance at $200,000 annually
- Agreement with Northern Landscape Management, Inc. for Burton Park Infield Renovation not to exceed $150,000
- Ordinance 1619 to allow childcare facilities in RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zoning districts
- Proposed ordinance to expand the definition of firearms to include air rifles and BB guns
The City Council unanimously introduced Ordinance 1620, which expands the definition of firearm to include air rifles, BB guns, and other specified weapons, and amends discharge prohibitions. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including a zoning amendment allowing childcare facilities in certain residential districts, and directed staff to explore safe storage of BB guns and air rifles.
- Introduced Ordinance 1620 expanding firearm definition to include air rifles and BB guns (5-0)
- Adopted consent calendar including Ordinance 1619 allowing childcare facilities in certain residential zones (5-0)
- Approved $200,000 annual HVAC maintenance agreement with Comfort International (consent)
- Approved $150,000 Burton Park infield renovation contract with Northern Landscape Management (consent)
- Denied claims of Rebecca Huerta and Shakuntala Agarwal (consent)
- Appointed Summer Bundy to Planning and Transportation Commission (consent)
- Approved $1,250,000 in library excess funds for capital projects (consent)
- Agendized future discussion on downtown pick-up/drop-off zones and Chamber report
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Special Joint Meeting with DTAC, EDAC, PRCC, PTC and YAC
Five city advisory bodies are meeting for a study session. They will receive a presentation on refined street designs, traffic and parking findings, and tradeoffs for the Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan project.
- Presentation on Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan street designs
- Review of traffic and parking key findings and tradeoffs
The San Carlos City Council and advisory bodies held a study session to receive a presentation on refined street designs, traffic and parking findings, and tradeoffs for the Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and feedback. Commissioners and committee members raised questions about parking, pedestrian safety, solar panels, and construction impacts.
- Received presentation on Downtown Specific Plan street designs and traffic findings (no vote)
- No formal actions taken; study session only
City Council Special Meeting
The San Carlos City Council will interview candidates and appoint two new members to the Planning and Transportation Commission, with terms ending June 30, 2027. The council will also consider appointing alternate members and adding applicants to the commission’s eligibility list. The meeting includes standard items such as call to order, public comment, and adjournment.
- Interview and appoint two applicants to the Planning and Transportation Commission (term ends June 30, 2027)
- Consider appointing alternate members to the Planning and Transportation Commission
- Add applicants to the Planning and Transportation Commission’s eligibility list
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council is meeting to appoint its Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Public Relations Chair for the 2024-2025 term. The council will also review reports on upcoming Youth Center events.
- Appointment of 2024-2025 Chair
- Appointment of 2024-2025 Vice Chair
- Appointment of 2024-2025 Secretary
- Appointment of 2024-2025 Public Relations Chair
- Approval of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes
Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Economic Development Advisory Commission is meeting to begin the production of the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan. The body will discuss the plan's timeline, strategic priorities, and focus areas. The meeting also includes a review of community anecdotes and updates.
- Kickoff of the 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan
- Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of community anecdotes ('Heard on the Street')
Planning and Transportation Commission Special Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing on the Alexandria Center for Life Science Project at 987 Commercial Street. The meeting will be conducted in person at City Hall and virtually via Zoom.
- Public hearing on Alexandria Center for Life Science Project
- Remote participation via Zoom
- In-person meeting at City Hall, 600 Elm Street
- Commissioners: Jim Iacoponi, Janet Castaneda, Kristen Clements, Ellen Garvey, David Roof
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider items on the consent calendar, including waiving readings, approving recent meeting minutes, and authorizing several contracts and expenditures. Major contracts include a $467,222 library remodel with up to $163,528 contingency (total $630,750), a $125,000 addendum for public records services, and $71,263 change orders for pavement repair, as well as acceptance of the Dartmouth Avenue landslide repair and a zoning map amendment for 244 Club Drive. The council will also hold a public hearing on a zoning amendment to permit childcare facilities and consider a resolution to create a childcare grant program funded by impact fees.
- Adopt Resolution awarding Second Floor Library Remodel (Suite 202) Phase II Project #C2316 – authorize $467,222 contract with Dynasel USA and up to $163,528 contingency (total $630,750).
- Adopt Resolution authorizing addendum to Professional Services Agreement with Best Best and Krieger LLP for $125,000 and additional $125,000 budget appropriation.
- Adopt Resolution ratifying $71,263 change orders for 2023 Pavement Crack Seal Project #C9416.
- Adopt Resolution accepting Dartmouth Avenue Landslide Repair Project #C2321.
- Adopt Ordinance 1618 amending zoning district boundary map to pre‑zone 244 Club Drive (APN 049‑050‑070) to RS3 single‑family low density.
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission will discuss new business items, including a proposal to extend pickleball hours at Highlands Park, the rotation and appointment of officers, and appointing two commissioners to the Public Art Task Force. The meeting also includes approval of June 5 minutes, presentations by the Parks & Recreation Foundation and Parks Maintenance, and setting the next meeting date.
- Consider extending pickleball hours at Highlands Park
- Rotate officers and appoint Chair and Vice Chair/Secretary
- Appoint two commissioners to the Public Art Task Force
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a scoping meeting for the San Carlos Northeast Area Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report. The body will also consider recommending that the City Council approve an amendment to the General Plan's Circulation and Scenic Highways Element and adopt Transportation Study Guidelines.
- Scoping Meeting for the San Carlos Northeast Area Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report
- Proposed amendment to the Circulation and Scenic Highways Element of the General Plan
- Proposed adoption of Transportation Study Guidelines
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a master plan concept for North Crestview Park and a public hearing regarding the annexation of 244 Club Drive. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items involving city service agreements and professional services contracts.
- Master Plan Concept for North Crestview Park
- Annexation of property at 244 Club Drive
- Fire and Emergency Services agreement with Redwood City ($492,026)
- Transportation Demand Management and Parking updates via W-Trans ($622,280 total)
- Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan survey services ($207,529 total)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator will consider a Minor Use Permit for an instructional service use. The proposed business is a gymnastics studio located in the MU-DC-100 district.
- Minor Use Permit for a Gymnastics Studio at 745 Laurel Street
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission will consider a design review modification for life science research and development buildings at 642 Quarry Road. The agenda also includes a scoping meeting for the 2045 General Plan Reset Environmental Impact Report.
- Design Review Modification for 642 Quarry Road (APN:046-041-038)
- 2045 General Plan Reset Environmental Impact Report scoping meeting
- Summer recess and cancellation of July 1 and July 15 regular meetings
- Study session on Objective Design Standards for Multi-family (RM) and Mixed-use (MU) development
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Zoning Administrator Hearing
The Zoning Administrator will consider a Minor Use Permit for the Happy Campers childcare center. The request involves the proposed pick-up and drop-off plan for the facility located at 1776 Laurel Street.
- Minor Use Permit for Happy Campers pick-up and drop-off plan at 1776 Laurel Street
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing regarding increasing wastewater rates for the next three fiscal years. The agenda also includes discussions on downtown street designs and preparations for the November 2024 municipal election. Additionally, several items related to police services and infrastructure projects are up for approval.
- Public hearing on increasing residential and commercial wastewater rates through 2026-27
- Law Enforcement Services Agreement with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office ($12,677,007)
- Early payoff of Library Project bonds to reduce taxpayer rates by 10% in FY 2024-25
- Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School project award ($564,475)
- Notice for the General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Commission will review a report and make recommendations regarding the North Crestview Park Master Plan. Members will also discuss Automated External Defibrillator (AED) locations in parks and an artist for the Utility Box Mural Project. The agenda includes announcements for upcoming summer events at Burton Park and Harrington Park.
- Recommendation of a North Crestview Park Master Plan
- Recommendation of Automated External Defibrillator (AED) locations at parks
- Artist recommendation for the Utility Box Mural Project Student Box
- Request to designate July as Parks & Recreation Month
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to land use regulations for the RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zoning districts. The proposed changes would allow childcare facilities in certain existing buildings. Staff will also present a 6-month evaluation report on single-family design standards.
- Resolution recommending ordinance amendments to allow childcare facilities in RS-3, RS-6, and RM-20 zones
- Single-Family Objective Design Standards 6-Month Evaluation Report
- Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Economic Development Advisory Commission will review the current 2021-2024 Economic Development Plan. This discussion serves as preparation for developing the next iteration of the plan ahead of an anticipated request for proposals.
- Review of San Carlos 2021-2024 Economic Development Plan
- Preparation for 2025-2028 Economic Development Plan
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission will receive a presentation regarding street designs endorsed by the Downtown Advisory Committee. This is part of the Downtown Specific Plan and Streetscape Master Plan project. The meeting also includes reports on recent City Council actions and staff updates.
- Presentation on Downtown Advisory Committee Endorsed Street Design
- Downtown Specific Plan + Streetscape Master Plan project update
- Approval of May 6, 2024, meeting minutes
- Report on recent City Council actions
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council Special Meeting
The San Carlos City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several items in closed session. This includes the price and terms for the potential sale of 676 and 680 El Camino Real. The council will also discuss property at 731 Cordilleras Avenue and anticipated litigation.
- Potential sale of property at 676 and 680 El Camino Real
- Discussion regarding property located at 731 Cordilleras Avenue
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding underground utility requirements for certain single-family home projects. The council also plans to adopt the San Carlos Age-Friendly Action Plan. Several infrastructure and service contracts are scheduled for approval.
- Proposed zoning ordinance change regarding underground utility service drops
- Environmental Impact Report amendment for Alexandria Life Sciences & Technology Project ($72,098)
- Sewer Lateral Replacement Project contract with Smelly Mel’s Plumbing (up to $280,000)
- Funding for Parks Master Plan and Community Center Project ($774,469 total)
- Fire equipment maintenance agreement with Redwood City (up to $75,000 per year)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council will review minutes from the April 3, 2024 meeting and consider a proposed monthly program with the Adult Community Center. The agenda also includes announcements for several community events at the Youth Center and Burton Park.
- Proposed intergenerational monthly program with the Adult Community Center
- Pop-Up Thrift Laundry on May 9
- Blood Drive on May 11
- YAC Pop-Up Thrift Shop at Burton Park on May 18 and 19
- Teen Movie Night on May 31
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding General Plan conformity for proposed Capital Improvement Program updates for fiscal years 2024-2025. The meeting also includes reports on recent City Council actions and planning staff project updates.
- Public hearing: General Plan Conformity Determination for Capital Improvement Program Updates (FY 2024-2025)
- Approval of April 15, 2024 meeting minutes
- Report on recent City Council actions
- Planning staff updates on current projects
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects and fee adjustments. Items include approving street improvements and a pedestrian safety project, as well as reviewing potential changes to user fees and impact fees.
- Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School Improvements Project C2201
- San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III C1806 ($2,067,617.50 contract)
- Adjustments to User Fees, Park Facility Development Fee, Sewer Capacity Charge, and Impact Fees
- Traffic Signal Master Plan approval
- Project Elevate financial literacy presentation
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The City Centennial Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss centennial planning. The agenda includes a vote on recommended logo ideas and a discussion regarding marketing strategies.
- Vote on recommendation of Centennial logo ideas
- Discussion of marketing strategies
- Approval of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the San Carlos Municipal Code. The proposed changes involve regulations for underground utilities and accessory dwelling units (ADUs/JADUs). The Commission will consider a resolution recommending these updates to the City Council.
- Amendments to Section 18.15.120 regarding underground utilities
- Amendments to Section 18.23.210 regarding accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units
- Approval of April 1, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider a resolution to set a public hearing regarding three years of annual wastewater rate increases. The agenda also includes several professional service agreements and a pavement rehabilitation project award.
- Wastewater rate increases and sewer service charge amendments
- 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project C9416: $4,847,767.85 with $969,600 contingency
- Planning staffing consulting services with Good City Company up to $6,000,000
- On-call printing and mailing services with AMS Printing up to $1,000,000
- Building permit plan review services amendment with CSG Consultants, Inc. up to $140,000
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Regular Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Culture Commission will review a recommendation for public art at Sister Cities Lane. The meeting also includes updates on CIP projects, the Utility Box Mural Project, and upcoming community events.
- Public Art at Sister Cities Lane recommendation
- CIP Projects and Utility Box Mural Project update
- North Crestview Park Master Plan Updates (agenda setting)
- Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) locations at parks (agenda setting)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council will review upcoming community events and subcommittee reports. The council is also addressing unfinished business regarding a library makers space focus group and a teen wellness retreat.
- Call for San Carlos Library Makers Space youth focus group representatives
- Review of proposed Teen Wellness Retreat Session presentation
- Call for nominations for Social Media Subcommittee Chair
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will hold public hearings for two property applications. The commission will review a zoning amendment for the annexation of 244 Club Drive. It will also consider permits for a three-story, four-unit multifamily building at 1524 Cherry Street.
- Design review and permits for a three-story, four-unit multifamily building at 1524 Cherry Street
- Zoning District Boundary Map and General Plan Amendment for the annexation of 244 Club Drive
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The commission will review a status update on commercial and residential development projects. Members will also consider adopting a resolution to establish the commission's meeting schedule.
- 2024 Community Development Department Work Program overview
- Resolution to establish the EDAC meeting schedule
- Review of the Business Spotlight Program
- Status update on Housing Element, Downtown Specific Plan, and Northeast Area Specific Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including landslide repair awards, a new traffic signal project, and rezoning for single-family homes. The meeting also includes presentations regarding community services and local soccer achievements.
- Rezoning of 308-310 Phelps Road for nine single-family homes
- Awarding landslide repair projects at Crestview Drive, Brittan Avenue, Melendy Drive, and Dartmouth Avenue
- Funding $200,000 for the Kadence Adaptive Traffic Signal Project
- Authorizing a sound services agreement with Thor Audio up to $322,038
- Considering $100,000 for eight automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in parks and the Wheeler Plaza parking garage
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The City Centennial Advisory Committee will meet to vote on recommendations for the city's upcoming centennial. This includes selecting a date for a community event celebration and recommending historical projects. The committee will also consider naming the downtown redevelopment "Centennial Plaza."
- Vote on recommendation of date for Community Event Celebration
- Vote on recommendation of San Carlos Historical Projects
- Vote on naming Downtown Redevelopment to “Centennial Plaza”
- Review of San Carlos History Museum Video
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Downtown Advisory Committee Regular Meeting
The committee will review design concepts for the downtown specific plan area. Discussion focuses on public space design, event day use, and circulation for the 600, 700, and 800 blocks of Laurel Street.
- Public Realm Design and Programming Plan presentation
- Discussion of design concepts for 600, 700, and 800 blocks of Laurel Street
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning and Transportation Commission will review several land use and infrastructure items. Discussion includes a city traffic signal masterplan, street improvements for schools, and a property acquisition by the County of San Mateo for housing.
- Traffic Signal Masterplan resolution
- Arroyo Avenue and Chestnut Street Safe Routes to School Improvements Project C2201
- County of San Mateo acquisition of 626, 640 & 642 Walnut Street for housing
- 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report presentation
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The Youth Advisory Council will hold a study session regarding the Downtown Specific Plan's public realm design and programming. The council will also consider a proposed youth focus group for the San Carlos Library Makers Space.
- Study Session on the Downtown Specific Plan: Public Realm Design Concept and Programming
- Proposed San Carlos Library Makers Space youth focus group
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review a proposal to rezone the site at 308-310 Phelps Road for the construction of nine single-family homes. The agenda also includes consideration of the 2024 Strategic Plan and several administrative resolutions.
- Rezoning of 308-310 Phelps Road for nine single-family homes
- $197,950 contract for the 2023 Midblock Crossing Project at 1650 Industrial Road
- Adoption of the City of San Carlos 2024 Strategic Plan
- Up to $35,000 amendment to professional services agreement with Robert Half International, Inc.
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider an ordinance to amend industrial district and use permit chapters, including a new Northeast Area Overlay District. The agenda also includes approving plans for the San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III.
- San Carlos Avenue Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project Phase III C1806 plans
- Ordinance amending Title 18 regarding Industrial Districts and Use Permits
- New Chapter 18.14A: Northeast Area Overlay District
- Omnibus Ordinance for San Carlos Municipal Code clean-up amendments
- Fiscal Year 2023-24 Second Quarter Financial and Investment Reports
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The City Centennial Advisory Committee is meeting to brainstorm celebration ideas and discuss the Centennial logo. The committee will also introduce two new alternate members.
- Brainstorm Centennial event and celebration ideas
- Discuss Centennial logo with Brian Cary, Communications Manager
- Introduction of Rosie Jimenez (Kiwanis) and Kim Norgaard (San Carlos School District)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission - Special Meeting
The Commission will review a recommendation for a public art mural at Cedar Park. They will also hold a study session regarding the Downtown Specific Plan's public realm design and programming.
- Public Art Mural at Cedar Park recommendation
- Downtown Specific Plan: Public Realm Design Concept and Programming study session
- North Crestview Park Master Plan updates (agenda setting)
- Sister Cities Mural Proposal at Sister Cities Lane (agenda setting)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the lease of property located at 1800 El Camino Real. This discussion will take place in a closed session with real property negotiators to review price and terms. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.
- Lease negotiations for 1800 El Camino Real including price and terms
- Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss the Northeast Area Specific Plan and its revised land use options. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding pavement rehabilitation, landslide repairs, and solar energy agreements.
- Northeast Area Specific Plan study session
- 2023 Pavement Rehabilitation Project C9416 bids
- Landslide repairs at 995 Crestview Drive, 3144 Brittan Avenue, 3141-61 Melendy Drive and 270 Dartmouth Avenue
- Solar photovoltaic systems power purchase agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy Authority
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council Regular Meeting
The council will discuss updates regarding summer camp applications and upcoming community events. Members will also receive reports from various subcommittees and recent liaison meetings. A motion to reschedule the April 10 meeting to April 3 is on the agenda.
- Summer Camp L.I.T.E application for ages 13-17
- Spring Dance for grades 5 and 6 on March 1
- Motion to move the April 10 meeting to April 3
- Call for high school artists for the Art Utility Box Project
Planning and Transportation Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a development project at 308 and 310 Phelps Road involving nine single-family homes. The meeting also includes consideration of amendments to the San Carlos Municipal Code regarding industrial districts, use permits, and a new overlay district.
- Development of nine single-family homes at 308 and 310 Phelps Road
- Rezoning of project site from RS-3 to RS-6
- Amendments to Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning)
- Creation of a new Northeast Area Overlay District
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Economic Development Advisory Commission Regular Meeting
The Economic Development Advisory Commission will receive a progress report and presentation regarding the Downtown Specific Plan. The commission will also review the City's Business Spotlight Program and 2023 small business initiatives.
- Downtown Specific Plan progress report and presentation
- Review of the Business Spotlight Program
- Review of 2023 Small Business Initiatives
- Approval of October 24, 2023 meeting minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will review several resolutions, including an amendment to the law enforcement services agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes updates to animal control regulations and a $10,000 appropriation for the Parks and Recreation Fee Assistance Program.
- Amendment to Law Enforcement Services Agreement with San Mateo County Sheriff's Office ($12,030,880)
- Ordinance 1609 regarding animal control definitions and fee revisions
- $10,000 appropriation for the Parks and Recreation Fee Assistance Program
- Professional services agreement with Teri Black and Company, LLC up to $100,000
- Ordinance 1610 to increase City Council salary
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Special Meeting
The San Carlos City Council has scheduled a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. This session will address one case of anticipated litigation. No other items are listed for public discussion or decision.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will conduct a study session for a Strategic Planning Retreat. The session includes reviewing the 2023 Strategic Plan and providing direction on goals for 2024.
- Review and update 2023 Strategic Plan
- Provide direction on 2024 goals
- Review mission, vision, and values
City Centennial Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
The City Centennial Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting to establish organizational structure. The committee plans to elect a chair and vice chair, define committee goals, and brainstorm event ideas.
- Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of Committee Goals
- Brainstorming of Event Ideas
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning and Transportation Committee Regular Meeting
The Commission will hold a study session to consider a revised draft land use option for the Northeast Area Specific Plan. This includes reviewing proposed modifications to streets and open space concepts. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November and December 2023.
- Study session for the Northeast Area Specific Plan regarding land use, streets, and open space
- Approval of November 20, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of December 4, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Youth Advisory Council - Regular Meeting
The council will review subcommittee reports and approve minutes from the December 2023 meeting. Discussion items include a timeline for a pop-up thrift shop and a social media launch. Announcements will also be made regarding summer camp recruitment and upcoming community events.
- Approval of December 13, 2023, meeting minutes
- Social media launch discussion
- Pop-up thrift shop timeline discussion
- Summer camp recruitment announcement
- February 3 blood drive announcement
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will consider introducing ordinances regarding animal control fees and City Council salaries. The agenda also includes a proposal to transfer $3 million from the Unfunded Liability Reserve to pay down CalPERS pension liabilities.
- Transfer of $3 million from the Unfunded Liability Reserve to pay down CalPERS pension liability
- Introduction of an ordinance to amend animal control definitions and fees
- Introduction of an ordinance to increase City Council salaries
- Presentation from HIP Housing on community services
- Adoption of amended salary and benefit resolution for part-time employees