Foster City public meetings in 2022

City Council Special Meeting

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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

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

Audit Committee Special Meeting

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

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

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

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

Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Special Meeting

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

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

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

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

Youth Advisory Committee Meeting

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

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

Parks and Recreation Committee Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

City Council/Planning Commission Joint Meeting

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

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

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

Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee Meeting

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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

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

Youth Advisory Committee Meeting

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

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

Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting

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

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

Levee Bond Oversight Committee Meeting

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

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

Transportation Subcommittee Meeting

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

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

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

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

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

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

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

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

The City Council voted 4-0 to introduce and pass an ordinance banning the sale of flavored tobacco products and electronic cigarettes, effective January 1, 2023, with an amendment removing an exemption for loose leaf tobacco and premium cigars. Councilmember Hindi recused himself due to a conflict of interest. The council also appointed Sanford Heisler to the Levee Bond Oversight Committee and directed staff to continue preparing a single-year budget for FY 2023-2024. No action was taken on a request to amend the Vintage Park General Development Plan or on additional construction contingency funds for the levee project.

• Approved flavored tobacco and e-cigarette ban, effective Jan 1, 2023 (4-0)
• Appointed Sanford Heisler to Levee Bond Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Directed staff to continue single-year budget preparation (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, emergency proclamations, and master agreements (5-0)
• Received levee improvements project update (5-0)
• Tabled no action on Vintage Park GDP amendment request
• Tabled no action on $900K levee contingency funds

Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee Meeting

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

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

The committee approved the selection of Maxwell Kwan and Siddarth Gogi as data collector and distributor. They also discussed an upcoming community meeting and survey on sustainability, and tabled discussion of a member's document on Foster City's future. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved selection of Maxwell Kwan and Siddarth Gogi as data collector and distributor (8-0)
• Tabled discussion of Committee Member Haupt's 'The Future of Foster City' document

Youth Advisory Committee Meeting

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council voted 4-0 to direct staff to bring back the flavored tobacco sales ordinance with a ban on electronic cigarettes included, and also to prepare a tobacco resale license ordinance within about one month. Councilmember Hindi recused himself due to a conflict of interest. The council also approved the appointment of 15 members to the Youth Advisory Committee, adopted consent calendar items, and introduced updates to building codes.

• Directed staff to bring back flavored tobacco ordinance with e-cigarette ban (4-0)
• Directed staff to bring back tobacco resale license ordinance within one month (4-0)
• Approved appointment of 15 members to Youth Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Adopted consent calendar including zoning amendment, budget increase, and energy code contract (5-0)
• Adopted letter responding to grand jury report on government transparency (5-0)
• Adopted letter responding to grand jury report on water provider preparedness (5-0)
• Directed staff to mail Prop 218 notice for solid waste rate increase up to 5% (5-0)
• Introduced ordinances adopting 2022 California Building Codes and related codes (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council approved a zoning map amendment and development plan to replace an 11,000 sq ft restaurant with a 124,395 sq ft four-story research and development office building at 388 Vintage Park Drive, overturning a prior Planning Commission denial. The council also certified the final Environmental Impact Report and adopted CEQA findings. Additionally, the council adopted a Canada Goose Population Mitigation Plan and directed staff to issue an RFP for a consultant to develop a comprehensive management plan.

• Approved City Resolution No. 2022-111 certifying the Final EIR and adopting CEQA findings for the 124,395 sq ft R&D office at 388 Vintage Park Drive.
• Introduced and passed to second reading an ordinance amending the Foster City Zoning Map to replace the restaurant use with R&D office use at 388 Vintage Park Drive.
• Adopted City Resolution No. 2022-112 granting the appeal and overturning the Planning Commission's denial of the Specific Development Plan/Use Permit for the R&D office.
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1878 receiving the Canada Goose Population Mitigation Plan report and directing staff to issue an RFP for a consultant to develop a comprehensive management plan.
• Appointed Mayor Richa Awasthi as representative and Councilmember Patrick Sullivan as alternate to the Recreation Center Replacement Project Consultant Evaluation Task Force (Minute Order No. 1876).
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-1 updating authorized signatories for investment activities with the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF).
• Approved Consent Calendar items including resolutions for microgrant funding, consulting contract amendment, wastewater treatment plant appropriations, management employee compensation plans, and conflict of interest code updates.
• Adopted City Resolution No. 2022-113 and EMID Resolution No. 3681 approving a $6,939 General Fund augmentation for the Assistant Finance Director salary increase.

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission held a study session to discuss recent proposals for exterior changes to single-family homes with non-traditional architectural styles and to initiate a citywide effort to update the City's architectural and solar guidelines, codes, and policies. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was preliminary, and commissioners provided feedback for staff. The Commission also approved the minutes from the July 7, 2022 regular meeting.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council voted 4-1 to adopt Minute Order No. 1868, approving an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial and directing staff to prepare a resolution for the proposed four-story research and development office building at 388 Vintage Park Drive. The council also directed the appellant to work with unions to resolve prevailing wage issues. Additionally, the council unanimously approved a $2,809,766.91 contract change order for the levee project, and a motion to introduce a flavored tobacco ordinance failed on a 2-2 vote.

• Approved appeal for 124,395 sq ft R&D office at 388 Vintage Park Drive (4-1)
• Directed staff to bring back resolution approving the appeal and to resolve prevailing wage with unions
• Approved $2,809,766.91 contract change order for levee project (5-0)
• Appointed Fikret Caner Gocmen to Traffic Review Committee (consensus)
• Appointed Mayor Awasthi as voting delegate for League of California Cities conference (5-0)
• Received wastewater treatment plant master plan update (5-0)
• Received levee improvements project update (5-0)
• Received lagoon management plan report (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission denied the rezoning and use permit for a proposed 124,395-square-foot research and development office building at the former El Torito site, while approving the Environmental Impact Report. The denial was based on concerns about traffic, loss of restaurant use, and lack of mixed-use benefits. The commission also reorganized, electing Adams as Chair and Jagtiani as Vice Chair.

• Approved EIR for Vintage Park project (4-0-1, Venkat absent)
• Denied rezoning to allow R&D office use (3-1-1, Haddad no, Venkat absent)
• Denied Specific Development Plan/Use Permit for R&D building (3-1-1, Haddad no, Venkat absent)
• Elected Adams as Chair (4-0-1, Venkat absent)
• Elected Jagtiani as Vice Chair (4-0-1, Venkat absent)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2022 meeting (4-0-1, Venkat absent)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council appointed seven residents and representatives to the Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee, filling two-year and three-year terms. The council also approved a consent calendar including several resolutions for city projects and financial authorizations. Additionally, the council adopted advocacy positions on state legislation and approved issuing a request for proposals for the Recreation Center Replacement Project.

• Appointed Shilpi Goel, Maxwell Kwan, Nilofer Motiwala, Struti Goel, and Siddharth Gogi to two-year terms on the Sustainability Committee
• Appointed Ronald Haupt, Lawrence Staley, Nicole Kho, and Marah Curry to three-year terms on the Sustainability Committee
• Approved consent calendar including resolutions for traffic signage, fuel systems, and consultant services (5-0)
• Adopted advocacy positions on state legislation, including support for SB 1131 and opposition to AB 2011 (5-0)
• Approved issuing RFP for Recreation Center Replacement Project design services (5-0)
• Directed staff to accept EV and Energy Reach Codes report and return for RFP authorization (5-0)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council approved a motion to pursue a federal permit allowing the culling of up to 100 Canada geese, despite public opposition. It also adopted an ordinance regulating temporary non-commercial signs in rights-of-way, and approved the FY 2022-2023 appropriations limit and water shortage fines. A proposed policy for adding items to future agendas failed.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 651 on temporary non-commercial signs (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-89 and EMID Resolution No. 3667 setting FY 2022-2023 appropriations limit (5-0)
• Adopted EMID Resolution No. 3668 establishing fines for water shortage violations (5-0)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1863 to pursue goose depredation permit for culling up to 100 geese (4-0-1)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1862 receiving levee improvements update (5-0)
• Failed to adopt policy for requesting agenda items (2-3)
• Approved consent calendar including impact fees, easement vacation, and various appropriations (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission approved a zoning map amendment and specific development plan for a 5,200 sq ft restaurant/retail pavilion at 1065 East Hillsdale Boulevard (3-1, with one abstention and one absence). The commission also approved a conditional use permit for karaoke at Round Table Pizza (4-0). A proposal for a 124,395 sq ft R&D office building at 388 Vintage Park Drive was continued to a date uncertain for further staff research.

• Approved Resolution P-08-22 for zoning amendment RZ2021-0002 (3-1, Bronitsky no)
• Approved Resolution P-09-22 for specific development plan UP2021-0015 (3-1, Bronitsky no)
• Approved Resolution P-10-22 for karaoke conditional use permit UP2021-0041 (4-0)
• Continued R&D office project UP2021-0023 to date uncertain (4-0)
• Approved April 7, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0-1-1, Haddad abstain)

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council/EMID Board met in a special teleconference session on June 27, 2022. The only substantive item was a closed session on anticipated litigation, from which no action was reported. The meeting adjourned without any formal decisions or votes.

• No action taken in closed session on anticipated litigation
• Meeting adjourned without substantive decisions

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council approved new development impact fees for parks, transportation, and public safety, and updated the commercial linkage fee, with the latter passing 3-1. The council also hired Stefan Chatwin as the new City/District Manager effective June 21, 2022, and approved the FY 2022-2023 city/district budget. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Adopted new development impact fees (parks, transportation, public safety) via Resolution 2022-75 (4-0)
• Adopted updated commercial linkage fee via Resolution 2022-76 (3-1, Froomin no)
• Approved employment agreement with Stefan Chatwin as City/District Manager (4-0)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 City/District Budget (4-0)
• Approved pay plan effective July 1, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $1,337,300 pavement contract and zoning amendment for 1065 East Hillsdale Blvd (4-0)
• Adopted resolution urging Sutter Health to reopen Mack E. Mickelson Therapy Pool (3-1, Froomin no)
• Introduced ordinance amending sign control for temporary non-commercial signs (3-1, Froomin no)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved $75,000 in nonprofit agency funding for FY 2022-2023, shifting funds from the Sister City Association to Foster City Village. It also adopted new water rates for FY 2022-2023, declared a water shortage emergency, and introduced an ordinance to allow a 5,200 sq ft restaurant/retail pavilion at 1065 East Hillsdale Blvd. The preliminary budget was approved for final adoption on June 20, and a business license tax measure was directed to a subcommittee.

• Approved $75,000 nonprofit funding allocation (3-2)
• Adopted new water rates for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Declared water shortage emergency and authorized conservation measures (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance for 5,200 sq ft restaurant/retail at 1065 E. Hillsdale Blvd (5-0)
• Adopted preliminary budget for FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved $45,000 agreement with San Jose for minimum wage enforcement (4-1)
• Continued state legislative advocacy positions to June 20 meeting (5-0)
• Directed business license tax subcommittee to report by July 18 (4-0-1)

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council and EMID Board met in special session, recessing into closed session to discuss the appointment of a City/District Manager. No action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Recessed into closed session for public employee appointment discussion (unanimous)
• Reported no action taken in closed session

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council and EMID Board met in special session and immediately recessed into closed session to discuss the appointment of a City/District Manager. No action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Recessed into closed session for public employee appointment discussion (unanimous)
• Reported no action taken in closed session

City Council and Planning Commission Special Joint Meeting

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session to discuss the Public Review Draft of the Housing Element Update for 2023-2031. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. Public comments were received, including a detailed letter from the Housing Leadership Council and resident feedback.

• Held study session on draft Housing Element Update (no vote)
• Received public comment from Housing Leadership Council and residents

City Council Regular Meeting

The Foster City Council adopted Ordinance No. 648 adding Chapter 5.73 (Minimum Wage) to the Municipal Code, with a 3-0-1 vote (Vice Mayor Froomin abstained, Councilmember Gehani recused). The Council also appointed Phoebe Venkat to the Planning Commission for a full term from June 1, 2022 through May 31, 2026, and approved several resolutions including a sidewalk repair contract, Fourth of July street closures, and a trackless train concession. Additionally, the Council directed staff to lower Development Impact Fees on retail and office development and adjust Commercial Linkage Fees, with specific waivers for affordable housing.

• Adopted minimum wage ordinance (Ordinance No. 648) (3-0-1, Froomin abstained, Gehani recused)
• Appointed Phoebe Venkat to Planning Commission (Resolution No. 2022-54) (5-0)
• Approved sidewalk repair contract with Spencon Construction, Inc., up to $100,000/year (Consent Calendar) (5-0)
• Approved Fourth of July street closures on Shell Blvd, Balclutha Dr, E. Hillsdale Blvd (Resolution No. 2022-49) (5-0)
• Approved trackless train concession with Kiddos ChuChu LLC (Resolution No. 2022-50) (5-0)
• Approved master agreement with Bartos Architecture for on-call architectural services (Resolution No. 2022-53) (5-0)
• Directed staff to lower Development Impact Fees on retail/office and adjust Commercial Linkage Fees (Minute Order No. 1857) (5-0)
• Received wastewater treatment plant and levee protection project updates (Minute Orders No. 1855, 1856) (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council unanimously adopted Minute Order No. 1854, accepting the Preliminary Budget for FY 2022-2023 and the Five-Year Financial Plan, directing staff to incorporate items into a revised budget for the June 6, 2022 public hearing. The Council also introduced an ordinance adding Chapter 5.73 (Minimum Wage) to the Foster City Municipal Code, with a 3-0-1 vote (Councilmember Gehani recused, Froomin abstained). The budget projects a $3.94 million General Fund deficit before applying $4.05 million in ARPA relief, resulting in a projected $114,010 surplus for FY 2022-2023.

• Adopted preliminary FY 2022-23 budget and 5-year financial plan (5-0)
• Introduced minimum wage ordinance (Chapter 5.73) to first reading (3-0-1, Froomin abstained)
• Introduced minimum wage ordinance to second reading (3-0-1, Froomin abstained)
• Councilmember Gehani recused from minimum wage vote due to business ownership

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission approved the proposed Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2022-2023 as consistent with the General Plan, and approved a use permit modification for Phase 2 of the Lincoln Centre Campus with site improvements and a water conservation condition. Two items—a restaurant/retail pavilion at 1065 East Hillsdale Boulevard and a research and development office at 388 Vintage Park Drive—were continued to the May 5, 2022 meeting. The meeting was held as a hybrid meeting with three commissioners present and two absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. P-06-22 recommending CIP consistency with General Plan (3-0-0-2)
• Approved UP2022-0004 for Lincoln Centre Phase 2 with Option B and water conservation condition (3-0-0-2)
• Continued RZ2021-0002/UP2021-0015 for 1065 East Hillsdale Boulevard to May 5, 2022 (3-0-0-2)
• Continued RZ2021-0003/EA2021-0001/UP2021-0023 for 388 Vintage Park Drive to May 5, 2022 (3-0-0-2)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2022-46 establishing the Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee, with amendments making all members voting members and staggering terms. Councilmember Hindi was appointed as liaison. The Council also adopted a Proclamations and Certificates Policy by a 3-2 vote, with Vice Mayor Froomin and Councilmember Gehani voting no. No action was taken in closed session regarding the City Manager appointment.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-46 establishing Citizens Sustainability Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Hindi as liaison to Sustainability Committee (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-47 Proclamations and Certificates Policy (3-2)
• Approved consent calendar including $2,831,134.25 traffic signal contract (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 647 on police military equipment use (5-0)
• Approved school crossing guard agreement for 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Committee meeting location change (5-0)
• No action taken in closed session on City Manager appointment

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved the FY 2022-2023 Master Fees and Services Charges Schedule, introduced and passed to second reading a military equipment use policy, and approved a resolution for a Climate Action Plan RFP. It also approved a workforce housing budget amendment with a 4-0-1 vote, directing net income to repay the CAARF fund. The council received the levee project update and approved consent items including street rehabilitation plans.

• Adopted FY 2022-2023 Master Fees and Services Charges Schedule (5-0)
• Introduced military equipment use ordinance and passed to second reading (5-0)
• Approved Climate Action Plan outreach and CEQA review RFP (5-0)
• Approved workforce housing budget amendment with CAARF repayment direction (4-0-1)
• Received levee protection project monthly update (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including street rehabilitation plans and SB 1 project list (5-0)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission approved a use permit for a 1,090 sq. ft. second-story addition to a single-family waterfront home at 914 Aruba Lane, with one commissioner abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The commission also recommended City Council acceptance of the 2021 General Plan Annual Report and discussed the scope of an EIR for the Housing Element update, but took no formal action on the EIR. The meeting was held via teleconference due to the state of emergency.

• Approved use permit UP2021-0034 for 2nd-story addition at 914 Aruba Lane (3-0-1-1, Haddad abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. P-05-22 recommending City Council acceptance of 2021 General Plan Annual Report (4-0-0-1)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2022 regular meeting (4-0-0-1)

Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council approved a $55 million budget transfer for the Recreation Center Replacement Project, funded by $36 million from the Capital Asset Acquisition and Replacement Fund and $19 million from General Fund reserves. The council also adopted ordinances establishing an inclusionary housing program and an affordable housing overlay district, and approved a $35,000 annual contract with Pen Media for video technician services. A motion to waive fees for cultural displays and holiday events at city venues passed 3-1, with Councilmember Gehani dissenting.

• Approved $55M transfer for Recreation Center Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 644 establishing Below Market Rate Inclusionary Housing Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 645 creating Affordable Housing Overlay Combining District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 646 amending zoning map for Affordable Housing Overlay (3-1, Gehani no)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-29 with Pen Media for video services, up to $35K/year (3-0, Sullivan recused)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1845 for non-profit funding, $75K placeholder, adjusted percentages (unanimous)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1846 for cultural displays and holiday events at no cost (3-1, Gehani no)
• Received Levee Protection and General Plan annual reports (unanimous)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council introduced and passed to second reading three ordinances establishing a Below Market Rate Inclusionary Housing Program, an Affordable Housing Overlay Combining District, and rezoning seven apartment properties, with amendments. The Council also adopted a resolution setting in-lieu fees for below market rate housing and approved a budget for the Workforce Housing Fund with changes to unit designations.

• Introduced inclusionary housing ordinance (Chapter 17.90) with amendments (4-1, Gehani no)
• Introduced Affordable Housing Overlay ordinance (Chapter 17.92) with amendments (5-0)
• Introduced zoning map amendment for seven apartment properties (4-1, Gehani no)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-21 setting BMR in-lieu fees (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-22 for Workforce Housing Fund budget with amendments (4-0-1, Sullivan abstained)
• Adopted Minute Order 1842 accepting Youth Advisory Committee report (5-0)
• Adopted Minute Order 1843 directing staff on Recreation Center project next steps (5-0)
• Adopted Minute Order 1844 accepting General Fund revenue ballot measures report (5-0)

Youth Advisory Committee Regular Meeting

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

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

City Council & Planning Commission Joint Special Meeting

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session on the Housing Element Update for 2023-2031, discussing potential sites for up to 1,896 new housing units and policy options. By consensus, they adopted Minute Order No. 1841, receiving and accepting the staff report. No final decisions on specific sites or policies were made; the session was for discussion and direction.

• Adopted Minute Order No. 1841, receiving and accepting the Housing Element report (consensus)

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council/EMID Board met in special session and immediately recessed into closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Manager. No action was taken in closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Recessed into closed session for City Manager appointment discussion
• Reported no action taken in closed session

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council/EMID Board unanimously accepted the 2nd Quarter FY 2021-2022 financial update and the organizational assessment preliminary proposals. They also approved a $71,131 budget appropriation for a Parks & Recreation Director position. By consensus, they adopted Minute Order No. 1840, directing staff on FY 2022-2023 budget preparation, including a 5% wage increase placeholder and maintaining reserve levels.

• Adopted Minute Order No. 1838, accepting 2nd Quarter FY 2021-2022 Financial Update (5-0)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1839, accepting Organizational Assessment preliminary proposals (5-0)
• Adopted City Resolution No. 2022-19 and EMID Resolution No. 3635, appropriating $71,131 for Parks & Recreation Director position (5-0)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1840 by consensus, directing FY 2022-2023 budget preparation with 5% wage increase placeholder

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2022-17, establishing interim guidance rules and regulations to implement Senate Bill 9 (the California Home Act) and directing staff to prepare an implementing ordinance. The Council also received an informational report on Senate Bill 10 via Minute Order No. 1835. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including a $156,000 contract amendment for legislative advocacy and grant services, and a $347,422.78 change order for levee drainage work.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-17: interim SB 9 rules and direction to prepare an implementing ordinance (5-0).
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1835: received SB 10 informational report (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-16: $156,000 amendment with Renne Public Law Group for advocacy and grant services (5-0).
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-18: $347,422.78 change order with Shimmick Construction for levee drainage revisions (5-0).
• Approved Consent Calendar items including resolutions on parking zone, lagoon plan, event funding, and teleconference extensions (5-0).
• Received reports on Wastewater Treatment Plant Master Plan and Levee Improvements projects (5-0).
• Noted removal of 'Our Neighborhood Voices' initiative from agenda at staff request.
• No action taken on warrants; in-person meetings to resume March 7.

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission voted 4-1 to recommend City Council adoption of three ordinances: a Below Market Rate Inclusionary Housing Program (Chapter 17.90), an Affordable Housing Overlay Combining District (Chapter 17.92), and a zoning map amendment applying the overlay to seven apartment complexes. The inclusionary ordinance requires 20% affordable units in new housing developments, with edits tying rebuild timelines to state law. The overlay district aims to facilitate affordable housing on specific sites, including Beach Cove, Franciscan, Sand Cove, Shadow Cove, The Lagoons, Lantern Cove, and Schooner Bay Apartments. Chairman Wykoff voted no on all three items.

• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 regular meeting (5-0-0-0).
• Approved minutes of January 25, 2022 special meeting (4-0-1-0, Bronitsky abstained).
• Adopted Resolution P-01-22 recommending inclusionary housing ordinance (4-1-0-0, Wykoff no).
• Adopted Resolution P-02-22 recommending affordable housing overlay district (4-1-0-0, Wykoff no).
• Adopted Resolution P-03-22 recommending zoning map amendment for overlay on seven apartment sites (4-1-0-0, Wykoff no).

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council unanimously approved a $380,912 agreement with Urban Planning Partners Inc. to prepare an Environmental Impact Report for updating the Housing and Safety Elements of the General Plan. The council also approved plans and authorized bids for the Sport Court Resurfacing Project (CIP 301-701) with a 4-0 vote after Councilmember Gehani recused himself. Several consent calendar items were approved, including traffic signal pole purchases and compensation study agreements. No action was taken in closed session regarding the City Manager appointment.

• Approved $380,912 EIR consulting agreement with Urban Planning Partners Inc. (5-0)
• Approved plans and authorized call for bids for Sport Court Resurfacing Project (4-0, Gehani recused)
• Approved $244,320.78 purchase of traffic signal poles from Azco Supply Inc. (consent)
• Approved $60,390 compensation study agreement with Koff & Associates (consent)
• Approved $60,390 EMID compensation study agreement with Koff & Associates (consent)
• Cancelled July 5 and September 6, 2022 regular meetings (consent)
• Approved Council Liaisons List (consent)
• Appointed Caroline Grafft to Levee Bond Oversight Committee (consent)

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission held study sessions on two projects but took no formal votes. For the 914 Aruba Lane second-story addition, commissioners provided feedback that the design was consistent with guidelines and no design changes were needed, though opinions varied on requiring a structural analysis. For the Parkside Towers R&D conversion, commissioners discussed concerns about traffic, water use, and retail activation, with staff directed to work with the applicant on water neutrality and hazardous materials. The commission also approved the November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0-1).

• Approved November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0-1, Jagtiani abstained)
• Held study session on 914 Aruba Lane addition; no decision made
• Held study session on Parkside Towers R&D use; no decision made
• Commissioners agreed no design changes needed for Aruba Lane addition
• Commissioners requested staff work with applicant on water neutrality for Parkside Towers
• Commissioners requested hazardous materials management plan for Parkside Towers

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council held a special meeting on January 31, 2022. Two motions to introduce a minimum wage ordinance failed: the first, with an amendment to set the wage at $18.71, failed 2-2-0, and the second, without the amendment, failed 2-1-1. The council unanimously approved a study session report and directed staff to proceed with a 'build-to-budget' option for the Recreation Center, with a total budget not to exceed $55 million, funded by $36 million from the Capital Asset Acquisition and Replacement Fund and $19 million from General Fund Reserves.

• Motion to introduce minimum wage ordinance with $18.71 wage failed (2-2-0)
• Motion to introduce minimum wage ordinance without amendment failed (2-1-1)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1831 to receive and accept the 2022 Vision and Policy Summit report (5-0)
• Adopted Minute Order No. 1832 to proceed with Recreation Center 'build-to-budget' option (5-0)
• Directed staff to use $36M from Capital Asset Acquisition and Replacement Fund and $19M from General Fund Reserves for Recreation Center

Planning Commission Regular Meeting

The Foster City Planning Commission held a study session to continue reviewing a proposal to redevelop the vacant El Torito restaurant building into a 95,931-square-foot life sciences office building at 388 Vintage Park Drive. Commissioners provided feedback on the feasibility analysis, parking reduction with stackers, and the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) plan. No formal decisions were made; the project is expected to return for further review.

• Approved minutes of November 4, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• No public hearings or new business items were conducted
• Study session held on 388 Vintage Park Drive life sciences project; no vote taken

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council and EMID Board approved the audited FY 2020-21 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and warrant registers, along with a consent calendar of 11 items including the Sea Cloud Snack Shack agreement and a COVID-19 emergency extension. They also accepted year-end reports from the Parks and Recreation and Audit Committees, and updates on strategic communications, levee improvements, and geese mitigation. No action was taken in closed session.

• Approved FY 2020-21 ACFR and warrant registers (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar with 11 resolutions (4-0)
• Adopted Parks and Recreation Committee 2021 report and 2022 goals (4-0)
• Adopted Audit Committee 2021 report and 2022 goals (4-0)
• Accepted strategic communications update (4-0)
• Accepted levee improvements monthly update (4-0)
• Accepted geese population mitigation update (4-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Foster City Council and EMID Board held a special meeting on January 12, 2022, approving two consent calendar items unanimously (5-0). The meeting then recessed into a study session for the City Council Vision and Policy Summit, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved Council Liaisons List via Minute Order No. 1824 (5-0)
• Reconfirmed and adopted Mission & Vision and Strategic Priorities for 2022 via Minute Order No. 1825 (5-0)