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Hillsborough public meetings in 2023

58 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 20, 2023

City Council

Council to rezone town-owned land and adopt new housing element

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a special meeting to vote on a one-year labor agreement with the Teamsters Local No. 350 union, which includes a 5.0% salary increase for Public Works Supervisors. The primary agenda item is a public hearing to certify an Environmental Impact Report, adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element, and rezone two town-owned properties. The labor agreement carries an estimated fiscal impact of $29,000 for the one-year term.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss Town Bulletin and Q1 2024 Newsletter

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming communication materials. The agenda focuses on topics for the Town Bulletin and updates for the Q1 2024 Newsletter.

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Mon Dec 11, 2023

City Council

Council to select mayor, vote on police drone and radio purchases

The Hillsborough City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 11, 2023, starting with a closed session on labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 350. The open session includes the selection of mayor and vice mayor, recognition of community members, and a Firewise update. The consent calendar includes several routine approvals and notable contracts for public safety equipment.

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Mon Dec 4, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

ADRB to review new homes on La Cuesta and New Place roads

The Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting and study session to review two new residential projects, discuss updates to design guidelines and fire code requirements, and consider raising the square footage threshold for board review. The board will also vote on the 2024 meeting calendar and approve prior meeting minutes.

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Thu Nov 30, 2023

Financial Advisory Committee

Committee to review FY 2022-23 audit and financial report

The Financial Advisory Committee will review and recommend acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the independent auditors' report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. The report shows an unmodified opinion from auditors Eide Bailly, a General Fund net deficit of $0.3 million, and a net pension liability increase of $17.7 million. The committee will also hear about upcoming items including the FY 2024-25 proposed budget and fee studies.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Administrative Hearing Panel

Public hearing regarding municipal code violations at 1905 Forest View Avenue

The Administrative Hearing Panel will conduct a public hearing to address alleged public nuisance violations at 1905 Forest View Avenue. The panel will review staff presentations, property owner testimony, and an oral review of incurred fees.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss Town Bulletin and newsletter topics

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss content for town communications. The group will review updates for the Q4 2023 newsletter and plan topics for the Q1 2024 newsletter.

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Mon Nov 13, 2023

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on housing element EIR, consider gas leaf blower ban

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a public hearing on the draft Environmental Impact Report for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update, a key step in the city's housing plan. The council will also consider adopting an ordinance to ban gas-powered leaf blowers and will vote on a consent calendar that includes contracts for bridge replacement, water and sewer pump maintenance, and other services. Closed session items include litigation and potential claims against the town.

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Mon Nov 6, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

November 6 Architecture & Design Review Board meeting is cancelled

The Architecture & Design Review Board meeting scheduled for November 6, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2023.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss Town Bulletin topics and Q4 2023 newsletter editing

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss new business on Town Bulletin topics and to review editing for the Q4 2023 newsletter. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, minutes, staff updates, and public comment. No major decisions or proposals are listed.

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Mon Oct 2, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Board to review new homes and additions at four Hillsborough properties

The Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review formal design applications for residential projects, including an addition at 15 Joyce Road, new homes at 35 Victor Park Lane and 100 New Place Road, and a withdrawn application at 1390 Buckingham Way. The board will also conduct a preliminary review of a new home at 171 New Place Road and discuss routine items such as meeting minutes and board officer selection.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss town bulletin topics and Q4 newsletter update

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss town bulletin topics and receive a status update on the Q4 2023 newsletter. The agenda includes approval of minutes from July and August, staff and town council updates, and public comment. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major decisions or public hearings.

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Mon Sep 11, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves $2.25M sewer project and gas-powered leaf blower ban timeline

The City Council approved a $2.25M contract for sanitary sewer rehabilitation and a permit for Comcast battery cabinets. Council reached a consensus to adopt a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers by the end of 2023, with enforcement starting July 2024. Several legal claims were settled or rejected in closed session.

Mon Aug 28, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

ADRB to review four new home and remodel proposals

The Architecture and Design Review Board will conduct formal design reviews of four residential projects: new homes at 320 Ranelagh Rd, 2415 Butternut Drive, and 2320 Skyfarm Drive, and an addition/remodel at 45 Braemar Drive. The board will also consider approval of the August 7, 2023 meeting minutes. No consent or preliminary review items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: ADRB conditionally approves four residential design reviews

The Architecture and Design Review Board conditionally approved four separate requests for new home constructions, additions, or remodels. Each approval included specific conditions regarding landscaping, privacy screening, or grading plans.

Mon Aug 28, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

ADRB to review four new home and remodel proposals

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to consider formal design review for four residential projects: new homes at 320 Ranelagh Rd, 2415 Butternut Drive, and 2320 Skyfarm Drive, and an addition/remodel at 45 Braemar Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the August 7 meeting and receive board and staff updates. No consent calendar or preliminary review items are scheduled.

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Tue Aug 15, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss 2024 'I Voted' sticker contest and Q4 newsletter topics

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss town bulletin topics, a communications update including the 'I Voted' sticker contest for the 2024 election, and Q4 2023 newsletter topics such as home electrification, disaster preparedness, and tree maintenance. The agenda is largely procedural with public comment periods and routine updates.

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✓ Decided: Committee discusses Town Bulletin topics and potential voter sticker contest

The committee discussed topics for the Town Bulletin, including road paving and school openings. Members also discussed the possibility of implementing an 'I VOTED' sticker contest similar to Burlingame.

Mon Aug 14, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Hillsborough Council approves multiple engineering contracts and waste facility purchase

The City Council approved a series of professional service agreements for municipal engineering and project management. They also authorized the South Bayside Waste Management Authority to acquire real property in San Carlos and approved the purchase of three electric vehicles for Public Works.

Mon Aug 7, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Hillsborough design board to review 7 home projects, including 2 large new builds

The Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting on August 7, 2023, to review and vote on several residential design proposals. The agenda includes formal review of two remodel/addition projects, preliminary review of five new single-family homes, and approval of prior meeting minutes. All items are subject to the board's design review and approval process.

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✓ Decided: ADRB approves design revisions and residential additions

The Architecture and Design Review Board approved design revisions for two properties and conditionally approved a residential addition and style change for a third. Four additional new residence projects underwent preliminary design review.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss town bulletin topics and Q3 newsletter editing

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss town bulletin topics and edit the Q3 newsletter. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving staff updates, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Citizens Communication Advisory Committee approves June minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the June meeting. Members discussed topics for the Town Bulletin and edited newsletter articles.

Mon Jul 10, 2023

City Council

Council to appoint Doug Davis as city manager and approve contracts

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a closed session on anticipated litigation and labor negotiations, then a regular meeting to approve routine items, hear a public hearing on placing sewer, storm drainage, police and fire special taxes, and garbage fees on the 2023-24 tax roll, and consider appointing Doug Davis as city manager with an employment agreement. The agenda also includes recognition of Jess E. Benton for service on BAWSCA and RFA, and presentations on fire risk assessment and PG&E.

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✓ Decided: Hillsborough City Council appoints Doug Davis as City Manager

The City Council appointed Doug Davis as City Manager with an annual salary of $273,182.00. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and authorized the placement of various service charges and taxes on the 2023-24 county tax roll.

Mon Jun 26, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Hillsborough design board to review four home projects, including roof change and additions

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to consider design review requests for four residential projects, including a roof material change, two home additions, and a new single-family residence. The board will also approve minutes from the May 22 meeting and receive staff updates. Public comments are invited via Zoom or email.

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✓ Decided: ADRB approves design reviews for three residential projects

The Architecture and Design Review Board unanimously approved three consent calendar items involving residential additions and material changes. The board also conducted a preliminary review for a new single-family residence on Skyfarm Drive.

Wed Jun 21, 2023

City Council

Council holds scoping meeting for Housing Element EIR

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a public scoping meeting to receive comments on the scope and content of a Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2023-2031) and focused General Plan and Municipal Code update. The EIR will assess environmental impacts of the housing element and related plan updates. The council will receive a staff presentation and take public comment. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Manager and potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Hillsborough City Council appoints Doug Davis as permanent City Manager

The City Council unanimously decided to appoint Doug Davis as the Town's permanent City Manager, pending final contract negotiations. The Council also held a public scoping meeting regarding the 6th Cycle Housing Element and General Plan update.

Tue Jun 13, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Hillsborough Citizens Communication Advisory Committee cancels June 13 meeting

The Town of Hillsborough has cancelled the regular meeting of the Citizens Communication Advisory Committee scheduled for Tuesday, June 13, 2023. No decisions or discussions are taking place at this session. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

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Mon Jun 12, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Hillsborough adopts FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget

The City Council adopted the proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and a five-year agreement for automated license plate reader cameras.

Mon Jun 12, 2023

Hillsborough Public Improvement Corporation

HPIC annual board meeting to confirm directors and approve minutes

The Hillsborough Public Improvement Corporation (HPIC) is holding its annual board meeting to approve the prior year's minutes and confirm its board of directors, who are the members of the City Council. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

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Fri May 26, 2023

City Council

City Council to hold closed session on City Manager employment

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss the employment of the City Manager, a public employment matter under Government Code Section 54957. The meeting includes public comment on the closed-session item, conflict-of-interest disclosures, and a report after reconvening. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council schedules City Manager candidate interviews

The City Council held a special meeting and closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager position. Mayor Krolik reported that candidate interviews are scheduled for June 21, 2023.

Mon May 22, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Board to revisit 420 Roblar Ave. new home design after May 1 tie vote

The Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting with formal review of four residential projects, including a continued item for a new 7,352-square-foot Modern home at 420 Roblar Ave. that was continued from May 1 after a tied vote. The board will also review a major addition at 1295 La Cumbre Rd, a new residence at 950 Hillsborough Blvd, and a second-floor addition at 7 Windsor Drive. One preliminary review item at 2115 Oaks Ave. is postponed to June 26, 2023.

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Mon May 22, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Board to review four new-home and addition design proposals

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting on May 22, 2023, to review formal design applications for new homes and major additions at four properties, and to conduct a preliminary review of one additional project. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its May 1 meeting and hear public comments. One item, a preliminary review at 2115 Oaks Ave., has been postponed to June 26.

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✓ Decided: Board approves residential projects at 420 Roblar Ave. and 1295 La Cumbre Rd.

The Architecture and Design Review Board approved a new home at 420 Roblar Ave. and a major addition at 1295 La Cumbre Rd. Requests for projects at 950 Hillsborough Blvd. and 7 Windsor Drive were continued. One preliminary review for 1390 Buckingham Way was discussed.

Wed May 17, 2023

City Council

City Council to discuss City Manager employment in closed session

This is a special meeting with a single closed-session item regarding the employment of the City Manager. The council will meet privately to discuss this personnel matter, then reconvene in open session to report any action taken. No other business is on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: City Council held special closed session meeting

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss public employment regarding the City Manager. No substantive decisions or actions were reported during the open session.

Thu May 11, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss HCD comments on draft Housing Element update

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a study session to discuss the California Department of Housing and Community Development's (HCD) comments on the draft 6th Cycle Housing Element and provide direction. The agenda also includes a closed session on anticipated litigation regarding a resident's claim about a permit for neighboring property. The meeting is primarily a discussion, with no final decisions scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Council directs staff to revise draft housing element

The City Council held a study session to discuss comments from the Department of Housing and Community Development regarding the draft housing element update. Following public comment and discussion, the Council directed staff to work with the Subcommittee on necessary revisions.

Tue May 9, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss Q3 newsletter topics and town bulletin items

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine communication matters, including town bulletin topics, an Age-Friendly Cities handout, and Q3 newsletter topics. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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Mon May 8, 2023

City Council

Council to review FY 2023-24 budget, fees, and water/sewer rate increases

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a study session on the proposed FY 2023-24 budget and fee schedule, then a regular meeting with public hearings and decisions on contracts, fees, and appointments. Key actions include setting water and sewer rates, approving a police building remodel contract, and appointing an interim city manager.

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✓ Decided: Council approved Comcast battery cabinets at 1040 Crystal Springs, denied 1025 Vista Road

The City Council approved Comcast's permit for two battery cabinets at 1040 Crystal Springs Road with landscaping and painting conditions, but denied the application for 1025 Vista Road due to safety and visual concerns. The council also adopted resolutions for interim business license tax modifications, police and fire special tax rates, Pride flag display, Town Hall lighting schedule, and contracts for police department water damage repairs and on-call electrical services. The unclaimed funds policy was continued to the next meeting for further review.

Mon May 1, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Board to review home additions, new residence, and school library expansion

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review several residential and school projects. They will consider formal design reviews for a home addition at 323 Darrell Road, a library expansion at Nueva Day School, and a new home at 420 Roblar Ave., plus a preliminary review for a new residence at 320 Ranelagh Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the April 3 meeting and hear public comments.

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Mon May 1, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Board reviews design for new home at 420 Roblar Ave and library addition at Nueva Day School

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will conduct formal design reviews for three projects and a preliminary review for one new residence. The agenda includes a renovation of a Ranch-style home, an addition to the Nueva Day School library, and a new single-family home with an attached garage. One item is on the consent calendar for routine approval, while the others require specific board discussion and vote.

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✓ Decided: ADRB approves library addition at Nueva Day School

The Architecture and Design Review Board approved a residential addition at 323 Darrell Road and a library expansion at Nueva Day School. A proposal for a new home at 420 Roblar Ave was continued to a later date after an initial motion to approve failed.

Wed Apr 26, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss hiring interim or permanent city manager

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to consider employment matters for an interim city manager and a city manager, and to confer with legal counsel on existing litigation over water service charges. Following the closed session, the council will reconvene publicly to report on actions taken and discuss and provide direction on recruiting an interim or permanent city manager. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive public business listed.

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✓ Decided: City Council agrees to internal recruitment for City Manager

The City Council unanimously agreed to proceed with an internal recruitment for a City Manager using It’s Personnel Consulting. Acting City Manager Jan Cooke will remain in the role until May 8, 2023.

Mon Apr 17, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Hillsborough City Council appoints Jan Cooke as Acting City Manager

The City Council held a special meeting to appoint an Acting City Manager. The council voted unanimously among present members to appoint Jan Cooke to the role.

Mon Apr 10, 2023

City Council

Council to consider $4.2M street resurfacing contract and housing element review

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a closed session on litigation, then a regular meeting to approve routine consent items, a public hearing on a subdivision at 85 Fagan Drive, and new business including a contract for environmental review of the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The most consequential items are the $4.2 million street resurfacing contract and the housing element update.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves $4.2M street resurfacing project

The City Council approved a contract for the 2023 Street Resurfacing Project and several public works vehicle purchases. The Council also authorized environmental review services for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. A proposed subdivision at 85 Fagan Drive was continued to a future meeting for further review.

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Mon Apr 10, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council held special closed session for City Manager evaluation

The City Council convened in a special closed session to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager. No substantive decisions were reported during the open session.

Mon Apr 3, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Hillsborough design board to review six residential projects, including new homes and additions

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a formal review of several residential projects, including new single-family homes, additions, and a subdivision. The board will also consider approval of the March 6, 2023 meeting minutes and handle routine consent calendar items. Public comment is invited.

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✓ Decided: ADRB approves four residential projects and one accessory structure

The Architecture and Design Review Board unanimously approved a new garage at 1380 Lakeview Dr. and four residential projects including a new home at 3205 Ralston Ave. The board also conducted a conceptual review of a subdivision at 85 Fagan Dr., which required no formal action.

Thu Mar 30, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: City Council held special closed session meeting

The City Council convened a special meeting to conduct a closed session. No substantive decisions or reports were made public during the open session.

Wed Mar 22, 2023

Administrative Hearing Panel

Public hearing regarding municipal code violations at 2175 Carmelita Avenue

The Administrative Hearing Panel will conduct a public hearing concerning Steven and Marlo Stroud of 2175 Carmelita Avenue. The matter involves alleged violations of Hillsborough Municipal Code sections 8.16.035 (A), (D), (M3) & (O).

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✓ Decided: Panel hears dispute over failed retaining wall at 2175 Carmelita Ave

The Administrative Hearing Panel reviewed a code enforcement citation regarding a failed concrete retaining wall and fence between 2165 and 2175 Carmelita Ave. The Panel suspended a $200 citation fee, which will be waived if required work is completed within the specified timeframe.

Tue Mar 21, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss potential lawsuit over failed retaining wall at 2095 Ralston Ave

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a special closed-session meeting to discuss anticipated litigation. The sole agenda item is a conference with legal counsel regarding a potential lawsuit filed by property owners Joseph Pfeister and Maricar Pacquing, who claim the Town is responsible for a failed retaining wall that supports their bridge access at 2095 Ralston Ave. The meeting is closed to the public, but the council will reconvene to report any action taken.

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✓ Decided: City Council directs attorney to contact legal counsel for Joseph Pfeister and Maricar Pacquing

The City Council held a special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation where the Town is a defendant. Following the session, the Council directed the City Attorney to contact the attorneys for Joseph Pfeister and Maricar Pacquing.

Tue Mar 14, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to review Q2 2023 newsletter articles and town bulletin topics

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and update the Q2 2023 newsletter article list and town bulletin topics. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes, receiving staff updates, and public comment periods. No major decisions or financial actions are scheduled.

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Mon Mar 13, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Council approves installation of 5 Comcast battery cabinets

The City Council approved the installation of five Comcast battery cabinets in the public right-of-way with specific requirements for dark green paint and landscaping. The Council also approved February monthly claims and terminated a local emergency related to winter storms.

Mon Mar 6, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Board to review six residential projects, including new homes and additions

The Hillsborough Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review and potentially approve several residential design proposals, including new homes, additions, and remodels. The agenda includes formal review of projects at 55 Del Monte Drive, 2135 Geri Lane, 3205 Ralston Ave., 550 Remillard Dr., and 2298 Forest View Ave., plus a preliminary review for 420 Roblar Ave. and a conceptual subdivision review for 85 Fagan Dr. The board will also consider adopting its bylaws and approving the January 23, 2023 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: ADRB approves multiple residential design reviews and adopts board bylaws

The Architecture and Design Review Board unanimously approved the adoption of its bylaws and three residential construction projects. One residential project was continued to April, and a subdivision conceptual review was deferred for further discussion.

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Mon Feb 27, 2023

City Council

Council to finalize housing element, direct HCD submittal and CEQA consultant RFP

The Hillsborough City Council will review revisions to the draft Housing Element, which were made per its January 30 direction, and provide final direction on submitting it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and on issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a CEQA consultant. The revised draft reflects a strategy to meet the town's Cycle 6 Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of 554 net new units, including approaches such as ADUs, pipeline projects, vacant sites, subdivisions, and multifamily sites. The council will also take public comment and discuss the item before providing direction.

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✓ Decided: City Council directs submittal of draft Housing Element to state agency

The City Council directed staff to submit the draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) after making specific typographical and priority edits. The Council also authorized the issuance of a Request for Proposals for a CEQA consultant.

Fri Feb 24, 2023

Administrative Hearing Panel

Panel to discuss code enforcement update on 680 Fairway Circle

The Administrative Hearing Panel will receive a staff update on code enforcement at 680 Fairway Circle. The meeting also includes introductions of panel and code enforcement team members, and a presentation on the role of the panel. No new enforcement hearings or decisions are scheduled.

Tue Feb 14, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss town bulletin and Q2 newsletter topics

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss topics for the town bulletin and the Q2 2023 newsletter. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, staff updates, and public comment periods. No decisions on specific content are listed.

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Mon Feb 13, 2023

City Council

Council to review 2023 work plan, tree ordinance, and subdivision at 85 Fagan Drive

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a study session to continue setting its 2023 work plan, followed by a closed session on pending litigation, and a regular meeting with public hearings on a subdivision at 85 Fagan Drive and a tree protection ordinance. The council will also consider several consent items, including contracts for landscaping and sewer repair, and receive updates on remote meeting options and police station storm damage.

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✓ Decided: City Council settles RV parking lawsuit and adopts 2023 salary schedule

The City Council approved a settlement allowing limited RV parking for loading and unloading at One Fern Court. The Council also adopted the 2023 salary schedule and introduced an ordinance for tree protection and preservation. Several infrastructure contracts and a legislative platform were approved.

Tue Feb 7, 2023

City Council

City Council holds goal-setting session and closed session on potential litigation

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a special meeting to set goals for 2023, including reviewing a proposed work plan and receiving department presentations. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, potential initiation of litigation, and a performance evaluation of the City Manager. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no specific policy decisions or public hearings listed.

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Mon Jan 30, 2023

City Council

Council to direct final housing element sites before state submission

The Hillsborough City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and provide final direction on properties for the Housing Element before submitting the plan to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The agenda includes a closed session to evaluate the City Manager and discuss anticipated litigation. The consent calendar includes reconfirming findings under Resolution No. 21-87 regarding remote meeting procedures.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves allocation of 605 housing units for Housing Element

The City Council approved a housing unit allocation of 605 units to be submitted to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. This includes specific unit counts for the Callan property, Strawberry Hill, and Burlingame Country Club, as well as other town sites.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss housing element update sites including Tobin Clark and Town Hall

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a special meeting to further discuss and provide direction on the Housing Element Update, focusing on specific sites: Tobin Clark Property, 50 Brooke Court, Town Hall at 1600 Floribunda Avenue, and Hayne Property. The meeting includes public comment and council discussion, with no final decisions expected.

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✓ Decided: City Council sets unit counts for Housing Element update

The City Council provided direction on the number of housing units to be included in the draft Housing Element. The council specified unit counts for ADUs, the Tobin Clark site, and the Town Hall site.

Mon Jan 23, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Hillsborough design board to review 8 home projects, including new French Chateau

The Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review and approve residential design projects, including formal reviews of additions, remodels, and new homes, plus one preliminary review. The board will also consider minutes from prior meetings and a resolution to continue virtual meetings under AB 361. Several projects involve replacing existing homes with larger structures, and some include accessory dwelling units (ADUs) under separate permits.

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Mon Jan 23, 2023

Architecture and Design Review Board

Hillsborough design board to review 8 home projects, including new builds

The Architecture and Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting to review and approve design proposals for residential projects, including new homes, additions, and remodels. The board will also consider minutes from previous meetings and a resolution to continue virtual meetings under AB 361. Public comments are invited via Zoom or email.

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✓ Decided: ADRB approves four residential design projects and one virtual meeting resolution

The Architecture and Design Review Board approved several home renovations and new constructions, including a new residence at 2550 Summit Drive and a French Chateau style home at 1520 Wedgewood Drive. The Board also approved a resolution to continue virtual meetings under Assembly Bill 361. One project at 168 Tobin Clark Drive was continued to April 2023.

Thu Jan 12, 2023

City Council

Council to discuss state comments on draft housing element update

The Hillsborough City Council is holding a study session to discuss comments from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on the town's draft 6th Cycle (2023-2031) Housing Element and to provide direction. The HCD letter outlines required revisions for state compliance, including fair housing analysis, sites inventory, and affordable housing strategies. The council will receive a staff presentation, take public comment, and discuss next steps.

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✓ Decided: City Council reaches consensus on 554-unit housing element breakdown

The City Council held a study session to discuss Department of Housing and Community Development comments on the draft Housing Element Update. The Council reached a consensus on a housing breakdown totaling 554 units, primarily relying on ADUs and specific opportunity sites.

Wed Jan 11, 2023

City Council

Council holds team-building workshop, no decisions expected

This is a special study session where the City Council and town staff participate in a facilitated management workshop on building strength-based teams. No formal decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are on the agenda; the only public input is a single comment period limited to the workshop topic.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds management workshop on strength-based teams

The City Council and town staff participated in a management workshop facilitated by Alicia Santamaria of Adelante Coaching and Consulting. The session focused on discussions and exercises regarding building strength-based teams. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Jan 10, 2023

Citizens Communication Advisory Committee

Committee to discuss town bulletin topics and Q1 2023 newsletter editing

The Citizens Communication Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including town bulletin topics, and to discuss editing the Q1 2023 newsletter. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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Mon Jan 9, 2023

City Council

✓ Decided: Hillsborough adopts 2022 California Building Standards Code

The City Council adopted the 2022 California Building Standards Code and ratified a local emergency proclamation. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, employee compensation adjustments, and the 2023 salary schedule.