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San Bruno public meetings in 2022

265 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 21, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation & Aquatic Advisory Committee meetings cancelled

This notice announces that the Recreation & Aquatic Center Citizens Advisory Committee meetings scheduled for November 16 and December 21, 2022, are cancelled. The next meeting is set for January 18, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., conducted virtually via Zoom. The agenda contains only this procedural cancellation notice.

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Wed Dec 21, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

San Bruno Parks & Recreation Commission meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled Parks & Recreation Commission meeting for December 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on January 18, 2023.

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Tue Dec 20, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

San Bruno Senior Advisory Board meeting cancelled for Dec. 20

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board's regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 20, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., conducted virtually via Zoom. This notice is procedural only, with no agenda items to discuss.

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Thu Dec 15, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled Culture & Arts Commission meeting for December 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on January 19, 2023.

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Thu Dec 15, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee to appoint 2023 chair and vice-chair

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically on December 15, 2022. The agenda includes routine consent items, public comment, unfinished business on public service announcements, and appointments of Zidane Mili as chair and Janet Lutus as vice-chair for 2023. Staff and member updates cover police, fire, radio club, CERT, and Red Cross activities.

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Thu Dec 15, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno committee to review 3-story addition and 5-story auto dealership

The Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing on two development proposals: a residential addition at 460 Chestnut Avenue that would exceed height limits, and a preliminary review for a five-story automotive dealership at 1010 Admiral Court. The committee will also receive a monthly staff report on approved signs.

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Tue Dec 13, 2022

City Council

City Council to adopt updated policies and procedures manual

The City Council will consider adopting an updated Policies and Procedures Manual. The revisions clarify rules for submitting questions on agenda items, handling consent calendar items, and councilmember recusals. The changes also delete a duplicative section and reorganize related language.

Tue Dec 13, 2022

City Council

Council to certify election results, swear in new members

The San Bruno City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 general municipal election results and administer the oath of office to newly elected Councilmember Sandy Alvarez (District 1), reelected Councilmember Marty P. Medina (District 4), and reelected Mayor Rico E. Medina (At-Large). The council will also consider adopting local campaign contribution limits for city council elections and appointing a vice mayor for a one-year term.

✓ Decided: City Council swears in new members and appoints Vice Mayor for 2023

The City Council administered oaths of office to newly elected and re-elected members and appointed Councilmember Hamilton as Vice Mayor. The Council also approved several administrative contracts, park design services, and a $100,000 appropriation for a facilities needs assessment.

Tue Dec 13, 2022

City Council

Council to review Recreation and Aquatic Center opening plan

The City Council will receive a staff presentation on the Recreation and Aquatic Center Implementation Plan, which covers operations, programs, and finances for the first three years after the facility opens in Fall 2023. The plan projects a general fund subsidy of about $1.5 million annually and a cost recovery target of 66% by FY 2024-25. No formal vote is scheduled; this is a study session item.

✓ Decided: City Council held study session on Recreation and Aquatic Center plan

The City Council conducted a study session featuring a presentation and overview of the Recreation and Aquatic Center Implementation Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this meeting.

Thu Dec 8, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

San Bruno Crime Prevention Committee to vote on new chair, vice chair

The Citizens Crime Prevention Committee will meet via Zoom on Dec. 8, 2022, to vote on nominees for chair (Chad Keele) and vice chair (Rich Wong), discuss Neighborhood Watch updates, and review the 2023 calendar including a possible December meeting cancellation.

✓ Decided: Crime Prevention Committee elects 2023 leadership and approves public safety tips

The committee elected Chad Keele as Chair and Rich Wong as Vice Chair for 2023. Members approved two crime prevention tips for CityNet and social media regarding drunk driving and package theft. An ad-hoc committee was formed to develop future public service announcements.

Thu Dec 8, 2022

City Council

City Council to hold closed session on labor negotiations with Teamsters

The San Bruno City Council is meeting in a special session on December 8, 2022. The only agenda item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the Teamsters union. No other business is scheduled.

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions made during December 8 special meeting

The City Council held a special meeting on December 8, 2022. No reportable action was taken during the closed session with labor negotiators, and no other substantive decisions were recorded.

Wed Dec 7, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Board to award $300,000 in community grants

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board will consider awarding $300,000 in 2022-2023 community grants and receive reports on other programs and the investment committee. The meeting also includes routine consent items such as ratifying 2023 officers and clarifying a strategic grant for the Centennial Plaza Improvement Project.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno Community Foundation awards $300,000 in community grants

The Board approved 23 grants totaling $300,000 for various community projects, including youth services, mental health, and food security. The Board also ratified 2023 officers and extended the teleconferencing emergency resolution. The Foundation reported $8.3 million in recent payments for the Recreation and Aquatic Center (RAC) project.

Tue Dec 6, 2022

City Council

Town hall on development and school projects in San Bruno

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on December 6, 2022, at 6:00 PM at the San Bruno Senior Center. The sole agenda item is a town hall meeting to discuss development and school projects in the city. The meeting will be held in person and virtually via Zoom.

✓ Decided: City Council holds town hall on development and school projects

The City Council conducted a special meeting featuring presentations and public Q&A regarding school district projects and city development. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded.

Wed Nov 30, 2022

City Council

Council to interview candidates for commission vacancies

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on various commissions, boards, and committees. No other business is scheduled. The meeting will not be recorded or livestreamed.

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✓ Decided: City Council conducts interviews for commission and board vacancies

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for vacancies on commissions, boards, and committees. No appointments were made during this session; those decisions are scheduled for the next regular meeting.

Tue Nov 29, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on weekly food truck market at Tanforan

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Planned Development Permit for Off the Grid to operate a recurring food truck market in the Shops at Tanforan parking lot, and an Architectural Review/Use Permit for a residential addition at 1261 Claremont Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from prior meetings and seek volunteers for the Architectural Review Committee.

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Tue Nov 29, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews shadow study for 1261 Claremont design

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed design for 1261 Claremont, focusing on a winter solstice animated shadow study submitted by a neighbor. The study shows that the second story would block sunlight from the neighbor's patio until after 1:11pm in winter, and until after 12:17pm at the fall equinox. The commission will consider this impact when deciding on the project.

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Tue Nov 29, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on food truck market at Tanforan and Claremont Drive home addition

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on November 29, 2022, to decide on two continued items: a Planned Development Permit for Off The Grid to operate a recurring food truck market in the Shops at Tanforan parking lot, and an Architectural Review Permit and Use Permit for a residential addition at 1261 Claremont Drive. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to AB361. Public comments can be emailed before the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves food truck market and residential addition

The Planning Commission approved a permit for a recurring food truck market at the Shops at Tanforan. The commission also approved a use and architectural review permit for a residential home addition on Claremont Drive.

🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve project subject to findings and recommended conditions of approval. Commissioner Madden/Harman VOTE: 5-1-0-0
4 yea · 1 nay
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Durazo nay
Motion to approve project subject to findings and recommended conditions of approval. DocuSign Envelope ID: 2365CD22-EA38-4276-B6FD-96AB98C208A1 3 Commissioner Harman/Madden VOTE: 5-1-0-0
5 yea · 1 nay
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Johnson yea · Durazo nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Nov 22, 2022

City Council

City Council to hold closed session for City Manager performance evaluation

The San Bruno City Council will meet in a special closed session to evaluate the performance of the City Manager. No other business is scheduled. The next regular meeting is December 13, 2022.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council special meeting records no reportable actions

The City Council held a special meeting on November 22, 2022. No substantive decisions were made, and no reportable action was taken during the closed session regarding the City Manager's performance evaluation.

Sat Nov 19, 2022

City Council

Council to review draft policies and procedures manual

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and review a draft City Council Policies and Procedures manual. The meeting will not be recorded or livestreamed. No fiscal or environmental impact is associated with this item.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviewed draft policies and procedures

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss and review Draft City Council Policies and Procedures. No formal actions were taken; the item will be brought to a future meeting for action.

Thu Nov 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider food truck market at Tanforan and Claremont home addition

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a special meeting via Zoom to consider two public hearing items: a Planned Development Permit for Off The Grid to operate a recurring food truck market in the Shops at Tanforan parking lot, and an Architectural Review Permit and Use Permit for a residential addition at 1261 Claremont Drive. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of minutes and a call for volunteers.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission schedules continuing meeting for November 29, 2022

The Planning Commission held a special meeting to set a future date for a hearing. Due to technical difficulties with the city website, the commission voted to continue the meeting to November 29, 2022.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to continue the meeting on November 29th, 2022: Chair Harman/Commissioner Biasotti VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Durazo yea
Thu Nov 17, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

Commission to review accomplishments for annual report to City Council

The Culture and Arts Commission will discuss cancelling its December meeting and review its 2021-2022 accomplishments to prepare a written report for the City Council. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Culture and Arts Commission cancels December meeting

The Commission voted to cancel its December meeting. Members reviewed 2021-2022 accomplishments for a report to City Council and discussed upcoming art projects at the RAC and Winter Windows Wonderland contest.

Thu Nov 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting adjourned to Nov 29; hearings continued

The San Bruno Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 17, 2022, was adjourned to November 29, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. Two public hearings were continued to that date: a request for a Planned Development Permit for a recurring food truck market at the Shops at Tanforan, and requests for an Architectural Review Permit and Use Permit for a residential addition at 1261 Claremont Drive. No decisions were made at this meeting; it was purely procedural.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on recurring food truck market at Tanforan

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a Planned Development Permit for Off The Grid to operate a weekly food truck market at the Shops at Tanforan parking lot, and an Architectural Review Permit for a residential addition at 1261 Claremont Drive. The commission will also approve minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting and consider volunteers for an Architectural Review Committee.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh neighbor's shading complaint on 1261 Claremont design

The San Bruno Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed design for 1261 Claremont after a neighbor at 1251 Claremont submitted a detailed public comment arguing the updated plans fail to adequately minimize shading on their property. The neighbor claims the daylight plane adjustment only reduces the shadow by 3% and requests further design changes, such as scaling back the north wing or adding skylights. The commission will decide whether the design complies with design guideline 3.13.1 to minimize shadow impacts.

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Thu Nov 17, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

San Bruno emergency committee to hear police, fire updates, elect 2023 chair

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to receive routine updates from police and fire departments, nominate a new chair and co-chair for 2023, and discuss an appreciation event for boards and commissions. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Emergency Preparedness Committee approves previous meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting with a correction regarding a $200,000 fire mitigation grant. Staff and members provided updates on the EOC, police wellness programs, and upcoming CERT training. Nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair were held for a December vote.

Wed Nov 16, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Investment Committee to discuss cash flow for Recreation and Aquatic Center project

The San Bruno Community Foundation Investment Committee will receive a report from Sand Hill Global Advisors on investment outlook and portfolio performance, and discuss cash flow strategies for funding the Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The meeting is being held electronically under AB-361 due to COVID-19.

✓ Decided: Investment Committee approves August 2022 meeting minutes

The Investment Committee approved the minutes from its August 17, 2022, meeting. The committee received reports on the Foundation's $52.2 million investment portfolio and discussed cash flow strategies for the Recreation and Aquatics Center project.

Wed Nov 16, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

San Bruno recreation committee cancels Nov and Dec meetings

The Recreation and Aquatic Center Citizens Advisory Committee has cancelled its regularly scheduled meetings for November 16 and December 21, 2022. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2023, at 5:30 p.m., conducted virtually via Zoom. This notice is procedural and contains no agenda items for discussion.

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Wed Nov 16, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks commission to review 2023 meeting schedule and award ad plan

The San Bruno Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to review its 2023 meeting schedule and an advertisement plan for the 2023 Community Recognition Award. The commission will also accept minutes from the October 19 meeting and hear announcements about upcoming holiday events. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

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✓ Decided: Parks and Recreation Commission reviews 2023 meeting schedule and award plans

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 19, 2022. Members discussed the 2023 meeting schedule and the advertisement plan for the Community Services Recognition Award, which will be brought back for further discussion.

Tue Nov 15, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior board to prioritize funding needs and appoint subcommittee

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board will continue discussing funding needs for senior services, review survey results, and appoint a subcommittee to work with staff on budget recommendations. The board will also consider canceling its December 20, 2022 meeting and receive an update on board elections. The agenda includes routine items like accepting minutes and receiving monthly reports.

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✓ Decided: Senior Citizens Advisory Board cancels December 20 meeting

The Board unanimously approved the cancellation of the December 20, 2022 meeting. Members formed a subcommittee to work with staff on funding recommendations for senior services. The Board also accepted the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

Tue Nov 15, 2022

City Council

Council to discuss Tanforan redevelopment plan amid gun buyback program

The City Council is holding a special meeting with public comment on the Tanforan Redevelopment Plan. A letter from the SFO Airport/Community Roundtable warns that proposed housing at the site would fall within the 70 dB CNEL noise contour, exceeding FAA's 65 dB threshold for significant aircraft noise exposure. The council is also promoting an anonymous gun buyback event offering $50 for handguns and $100 for rifles.

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Tue Nov 15, 2022

City Council

Council to discuss anticipated litigation in closed session

The San Bruno City Council is meeting in a special session to hold a closed session regarding anticipated litigation. The council will not discuss or act on any other items during this meeting. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2022.

✓ Decided: No substantive decisions made during Special City Council Meeting

The City Council held a special meeting on November 15, 2022. No reportable action was taken during the closed session, and no other decisions were recorded.

Tue Nov 15, 2022

City Council

Council to consider overriding airport noise policy for housing plan

The San Bruno City Council will hold a public hearing on overriding the Airport Land Use Commission's inconsistency finding regarding noise policies for the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. The Council will also hold a public hearing to approve solid waste collection rates, reappoint members to city commissions, and discuss a report on CityNet Services. The meeting includes consent items to extend teleconferencing rules and waive fees for a holiday party road closure on Glen Avenue.

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Thu Nov 10, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

San Bruno Crime Prevention Committee to discuss neighborhood watch updates, officer reports, and hold elections in December.

The committee will vote on September meeting minutes, receive staff reports, and discuss updates on neighborhood watch groups, crime tips for community outreach, and officer reports. Elections for chair and vice chair are scheduled for the December meeting.

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✓ Decided: Crime Prevention Committee approves continued use of crime tips and PSAs

The Committee approved the continuation of crime tips and public service announcements. Members also established a rotational alphabetical order for the Secretary position. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded.

Thu Nov 10, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno committee to review four property projects, including biotech lab conversion

The Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing on four applications: three residential additions in R-1/R-2 zones and one commercial renovation of a former car dealership into a biotech lab and office. All items are recommended for categorical exemption from environmental review. The committee will also receive a monthly staff report on approved signs.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022

City Council

Council discusses parking enforcement contract and meter plans

This agenda item addresses questions about the LAZ parking enforcement contract, clarifying that Phase 1 covers only enforcement services, while Phase 2 will involve parking meter installation and expansion, including on El Camino Real and other city lots. Staff explains cost discrepancies between the vendor quote and staff report, stating the report's figures are more accurate.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on $3M LAZ Parking contract and $331K parking fund transfer

The San Bruno City Council is meeting to consider routine consent items and several business items, including a first quarter financial update, a resolution to create a parking fund and authorize a 5-year, $3,000,000 contract with LAZ Parking for enforcement, and a proposal to increase solid waste rates at a special meeting on November 15. The agenda also includes honoring two community members with awards and approving various design service contracts for street projects.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple street design contracts and budget amendments

The City Council approved several professional service agreements for traffic engineering and street reconstruction. It also adopted resolutions for extraordinary service awards and approved the first quarter financial update. A proposal to create a parking fund and contract with LAZ Parking was tabled for a future meeting.

Tue Nov 8, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council regular meeting scheduled for November 8, 2022

The City Council will hold a regular meeting at 7:00 PM. The agenda provided contains only procedural information regarding public comment and meeting access.

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Tue Nov 8, 2022

City Council

Council to review fire department risk assessment and station replacement options

The San Bruno City Council will hold a special meeting with a closed session on potential litigation and a study session to receive an update on the Fire Department's Community Risk Assessment: Standards of Cover and Deployment Analysis Report. The report evaluates fire service delivery and includes 17 recommendations, such as replacing or relocating Fire Station 52, which is in poor condition and located above the San Andreas fault. No formal decisions are scheduled; the council will receive the report and address questions or comments.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting for Fire Department update

The City Council held a special meeting consisting of a study session and a closed session. No substantive decisions or reportable actions were taken during the meeting.

Wed Nov 2, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Board to vote on $500,000 grant for Centennial Plaza and $30,000 for Community Day

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board will consider approving a $500,000 strategic grant for the Centennial Plaza Improvement Project and a $30,000 grant for the 2023 Community Day. The board will also receive the audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2022, and elect officers for 2023. Other items include a presentation on the 'Heart of San Bruno' pin and approval of the September 2022 treasurer's report.

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✓ Decided: Foundation approves $500,000 grant for Centennial Plaza Improvement Project

The Board approved a $500,000 strategic grant for the Centennial Plaza Improvement Project, contingent on the City Council funding the remaining balance. The Board also approved a $30,000 grant for the 2023 Community Day and adopted the audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2022.

Tue Nov 1, 2022

City Council

Council to evaluate interim city attorney in closed session

This is a special meeting held remotely via Zoom/telephone. The only substantive item is a closed-session performance evaluation of the Interim City Attorney. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for November 8, 2022.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council took no reportable action at special meeting

The City Council held a special meeting on November 1, 2022. No substantive decisions were made, and there was no reportable action taken during the closed session.

Wed Oct 26, 2022

City Council

City Council interviews candidates for commission vacancies

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on commissions, boards, and committees. No other substantive business is on the agenda; the meeting is limited to these interviews and procedural items.

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✓ Decided: City Council conducted interviews for commission and board vacancies

The City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates for vacancies on commissions, boards, and committees. No appointments were made during this session; they will be made at a future meeting.

Tue Oct 25, 2022

City Council

Council to discuss road repair funding, YouTube impact fees, pavement plan

The City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 25, 2022. Two agenda items were pulled from the consent calendar for discussion: one concerns whether road damage from construction projects like YouTube's is covered by impact fees, and the other seeks clarity on the criteria for selecting streets for pavement evaluation. The council will also consider a staff report on Bayhill Area Development Impact Fees.

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Tue Oct 25, 2022

City Council

Council to hear Tanforan redevelopment update, set Bayhill impact fee

The San Bruno City Council will hear a presentation on the Tanforan preliminary project application and the city's community engagement process, and hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance establishing a Bayhill Specific Plan Area Development Impact Fee. The agenda also includes routine consent items like payroll approval, a pavement evaluation contract, and a COVID-19 update.

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✓ Decided: City Council sets Bayhill Specific Plan Area Development Impact Fee

The City Council adopted a resolution setting the rate for the Bayhill Specific Plan Area Development Impact Fee and amended the municipal code to add the corresponding chapter. The Council also approved several administrative items, including a pavement evaluation contract and various commission appointments.

Tue Oct 25, 2022

City Council

City Council to interview candidates for commission vacancies

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on commissions, boards, and committees. The agenda includes public comments for items not on the agenda, but the main business is the interviews. No other substantive items are listed.

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Tue Oct 25, 2022

City Council

Council hears public comment urging affordable housing at Tanforan redevelopment

This agenda item is a public comment letter from Housing Choices, submitted for the City Council meeting, urging the city to include deeply affordable housing for people with developmental disabilities in the Tanforan redevelopment project. The letter requests set-aside units with supportive services funded by the Golden Gate Regional Center, citing a local need. No council action is scheduled on this item; it is part of public comments.

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✓ Decided: City Council conducts interviews for commission and board vacancies

The City Council held a special meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on commissions, boards, and committees. No appointments were made during this session; they will be decided at a future meeting.

Sat Oct 22, 2022

City Council

Council interviews commission applicants, reviews draft policies

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on city commissions, boards, and committees, and to discuss and review draft City Council policies and procedures. Public comments are accepted by email before the meeting start time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Council interviews commission applicants, defers appointments

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting to conduct interviews for vacancies on various commissions, boards, and committees. No appointments were made; they will be decided at the next regular meeting. A discussion of draft City Council policies and procedures was held with no reportable action taken.

Thu Oct 20, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission October meeting cancelled

The Culture & Arts Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for October 20, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. This notice is procedural only; no items were discussed or decided.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee to hear police, fire updates

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to receive updates from the police and fire departments, as well as reports from the Radio Club, CERT, and Red Cross. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno EPC hears EOC update, CERT class set for March

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee (EPC) met on October 20, 2022. The committee approved the September 2022 minutes. Fire staff reported that the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) rebuild is nearly complete, with new carpeting and a dual-pane sliding window installed. A $200,000 grant from Congresswoman Jackie Speier's office was received for fire mitigation and tree removal along the Sneath Lane corridor. The EPC may return to in-person meetings in February 2023. Police reported ongoing theft suppression efforts near Target and BART, and that one new lateral officer has been hired. The San Bruno Amateur Radio Club applied for a Community Foundation grant to update the radio room. A new CERT class (max 30 people) is scheduled for March 2023. Chair and Vice Chair nominations will occur at the November meeting.

Wed Oct 19, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

✓ Decided: Parks Commission cancels December 2022 meeting, discusses annual accomplishments

The San Bruno Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to cancel the December 21, 2022 meeting. Commissioners also discussed the annual accomplishments presentation and received updates on Movies in the Park, the student scholarship, and upcoming fall events including Jinxed Joyride.

Wed Oct 19, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center construction update and look ahead

The Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center, including progress, budget, and upcoming work. The agenda includes acceptance of the September 21, 2022 minutes and a presentation on the construction update and look ahead. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.

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✓ Decided: Recreation and Aquatic Center construction 44.65% complete, on budget

The committee accepted the September 21 minutes (7-0) and received a construction update. The project is 44.65% complete with $27,031,779.69 spent, and is expected to finish on budget. No votes were taken on new business items.

Tue Oct 18, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to review trust fund and discuss budget needs

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board will receive a report on the Senior Center Trust Fund, which has a cash balance of $196,057.42 as of June 30, 2022, and will discuss potential funding needs and appoint a subcommittee for budget recommendations. The board will also receive and file monthly attendance and nutrition reports, and hear oral updates on the parking lot/trash enclosure construction, fall events, and the Senior Center trip program.

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✓ Decided: Senior Board discusses funding needs, tables subcommittee appointment

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board reviewed reports on class attendance, nutrition sites, and the Senior Center Trust Fund. They discussed potential funding needs for items like chairs, tables, floor cleaning, and kitchen upgrades, but tabled the appointment of a subcommittee for budget recommendations to the next meeting. No formal votes were taken.

Tue Oct 18, 2022

Planning Commission

San Bruno Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for October 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. No agenda items are listed for this meeting.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Audit committee to review draft financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022

The San Bruno Community Foundation Audit Committee will hold a special meeting to receive a report from Novogradac & Company LLP and discuss draft audited financial statements for the year ended June 30, 2022. The meeting will be conducted electronically via Zoom due to COVID-19. Public comment is allowed via email or oral participation during the meeting.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Crime Prevention Committee to hear presentation from La Casa De Las Madres

The San Bruno Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee will meet via Zoom to hear a presentation from La Casa De Las Madres, discuss committee elections and vacancies, and receive updates on Neighborhood Watch groups. The meeting is held remotely due to COVID-19.

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Thu Oct 13, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

Architectural Review Committee to consider Claremont Drive home addition

The San Bruno Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed residential addition at 1261 Claremont Drive, which would increase the home's floor area by more than 1,000 square feet and exceed 3,000 square feet total, requiring an Architectural Review Permit and a Use Permit. The committee will also receive a monthly staff report on sign approvals and other projects. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022

City Council

Council to decide cannabis permit authority, appointments, fees

The San Bruno City Council will hold a special meeting for commission, board, and committee appointments, followed by a regular meeting. Key items include adopting ordinances to allow commercial cannabis retailers and distribution facilities, lowering the cannabis business tax, and establishing permit procedures and fees. The council will also decide whether to change the approval authority for cannabis operator permits from the City Council to the City Manager, which would require amending the proposed ordinances and delaying their adoption.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022

City Council

Council to consider cannabis zoning buffer and all-electric building code

The San Bruno City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially decide on two notable items: zoning rules for cannabis businesses, including a proposed minimum distance from residential properties, and an ordinance for an all-electric new construction Reach Code. Public comments on both items were submitted for the meeting.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022

City Council

Council to hear public comment on cannabis zoning rules

This is a special City Council meeting agenda with no listed action items; the only content is a submitted public comment from a resident urging the council to set minimum distances between cannabis businesses and residential properties. The meeting appears to be procedural, with public comment for items not on the agenda.

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Tue Oct 11, 2022

City Council

Council to adopt ordinances allowing commercial cannabis retail in San Bruno

The San Bruno City Council will consider adopting ordinances that permit commercial cannabis retailers (storefront sales) in specific zoning districts, including the Transit Corridors Plan Area and the Shops at Tanforan, and cannabis distribution facilities in the M-1 zone. The council will also hold public hearings on related fees and application procedures, and adopt the 2022 California building codes. Other items include a $1,093,865 tree maintenance contract and a COVID-19 update.

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✓ Decided: Council approves cannabis retail ordinances and new building codes

The City Council voted 3-2 to adopt two ordinances authorizing commercial cannabis retailers (storefront sales) in specific zones and lowering the cannabis business tax, and also approved a separate ordinance rescinding an old rate-setting ordinance. Unanimously adopted were new 2022 building, fire, plumbing, electrical, and other construction codes, plus a reach code for electrification. A $1.09 million tree pruning contract with West Coast Arborist was approved as part of the consent calendar.

Tue Oct 11, 2022

City Council

Council to decide how to fill 23 expiring advisory board seats

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on the interview and appointment process for vacant and expiring positions on the city's advisory commissions, boards, and committees (CBCs). With 23 seats expiring on October 31, 2022, and an upcoming council election on November 8, 2022, staff seeks direction on whether to appoint new members before or after the new council is seated. The council will also consider limited-term reappointments to maintain quorum on certain bodies if appointments are delayed.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to schedule interviews for expiring commission terms

The City Council held a special meeting to discuss the interview and appointment process for advisory commission, board, and committee members. They voted unanimously to direct staff to schedule interviews first for those commissions that would lose a quorum when terms expire at the end of October, with other interviews to be scheduled in November.

Wed Oct 5, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Foundation to consider $35,000 grant for school field trips and transportation

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board of Directors will discuss grants for education and community projects. The board is also reviewing reports on the San Bruno Recreation and Aquatic Center and the Tanforan Memorial.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $35,000 school field trip grant

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board unanimously approved a $35,000 grant to the San Bruno Park School District for field trips and assemblies at six schools. The board also received updates on the Recreation and Aquatic Center construction, the Tanforan Memorial completion, and the upcoming Community Grants cycle. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

Wed Oct 5, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Southline project presentation; parking restrictions on Fleetwood and Huntington

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will hear an informational presentation on the Southline project, a large office/R&D development in South San Francisco near San Bruno, including a $10.6 million payment for traffic improvements. The committee will also consider installing signs restricting parking for vehicles over six feet high on Fleetwood Drive near St. Cloud Drive and on Huntington Avenue near Florida Avenue to improve visibility and safety. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

Tue Oct 4, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on red curb zones on Darby Place and Oxford Lane

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on October 4, 2022, to consider two resolutions: approving new red 'no parking' zones on Darby Place and Oxford Lane to improve traffic, pedestrian safety, and fire access, and waiving fees and appropriating $568.06 from General Funds for a Halloween road closure on Park Avenue. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association and the Assistant City Manager.

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✓ Decided: Council tables vote on parking changes on Oxford Lane and Darby Place

The City Council heard public testimony on a proposed resolution to change curb markings on Darby Place and Oxford Lane, but took no action and directed staff to bring the item back at a later date. Councilmember Hamilton recused himself due to a potential conflict of interest. Separately, the Council unanimously approved a resolution waiving fees and appropriating $568.06 from General Funds for a road closure on Park Avenue on October 31, 2022.

Tue Oct 4, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on red curb markings for fire access on Darby Place and Oxford Lane

The City Council will consider a resolution approving red curb markings on Darby Place and Oxford Lane to improve fire access and parking enforcement, following resident complaints and a Traffic Safety and Parking Committee review. The council will also consider waiving $568.06 in fees for a road closure on Park Avenue on October 31, 2022.

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Tue Oct 4, 2022

City Council

Council to hear public comment on parking changes for Darby Place and Oxford Lane

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to receive public comment on proposed parking changes for Darby Place and Oxford Lane. Residents and property owners submitted letters and a petition opposing the Traffic and Parking Safety Commission's recommendation to alter parking, including creating fire lanes and changing curb parking rules. The council will consider these comments as part of its decision-making process.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022

City Council

Council to decide on allowing up to 3 cannabis dispensaries and 1 distribution center in San Bruno

The City Council is holding a public hearing on a proposed ordinance (Chapter 12.300) that would allow up to three cannabis dispensaries and one distribution center in certain commercial zones, including downtown along El Camino Real, San Bruno Avenue, and the Shops at Tanforan. The agenda includes extensive public comments both in support and opposition, with concerns about parking, proximity to schools and homes, crime, and the process. The council will decide whether to adopt the ordinance.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022

City Council

Council to consider new Recology waste agreement and cannabis ordinances

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a new solid waste collection agreement with Recology, followed by a regular meeting to consider ordinances regulating commercial cannabis businesses. The agenda includes detailed responses to council questions about the Recology contract's overflow enforcement and cannabis security requirements.

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Tue Sep 27, 2022

City Council

Council to consider new solid waste agreement with Recology San Bruno

The San Bruno City Council will consider approving an amended solid waste collection services agreement with Recology San Bruno, which includes a 5.45% rate increase and new services to comply with SB 1383. The council will also introduce an ordinance to change how rates are set, moving from a fixed ordinance to allowing rates to be set by resolution or ordinance. This is a special meeting held electronically due to AB361.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces cannabis retail ordinances, approves consent calendar

The City Council introduced two ordinances to allow commercial cannabis retailers and distribution facilities in specific zones, with an added 600-foot sensitive-use zone around the public library. The Council also approved a consent calendar including accounts payable, payroll, a slurry seal design contract, floodplain management and construction debris diversion ordinances, a development agreement amendment, a continued local emergency resolution, and agreements with Airbnb and HomeAway for transient occupancy tax. A motion to approve a solid waste agreement with Recology San Bruno failed, and a subsequent motion to reconsider and introduce the item passed.

Tue Sep 27, 2022

City Council

Council to consider allowing cannabis retailers in transit corridors and lowering cannabis tax

The San Bruno City Council will hold a public hearing on ordinances to permit commercial cannabis retailers in specific zoning districts and lower the cannabis business tax, alongside consent items including a $130,785 slurry seal design contract and floodplain management requirements. The meeting is conducted electronically under AB361 due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces cannabis retail ordinance, 3-2

The council introduced two ordinances to allow commercial cannabis retailers and distribution facilities in specific zones, and to lower the cannabis business tax. After a public hearing, the ordinances were introduced on a 3-2 vote, with an added 600-foot sensitive-use buffer around the San Bruno Public Library. The consent calendar was approved unanimously, excluding one item due to a recusal.

Wed Sep 21, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation center construction update and look ahead on agenda

The Recreation and Aquatic Center Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a construction update and look ahead for the Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The agenda includes acceptance of August minutes and public comments. The prior meeting reported the project at 35.88% expenses of a $60,540,228 budget.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center construction on budget at 40.8% spent

The committee received a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center, reporting that the project remains within its $60,540,228 budget with 40.8% spent to date. Approved change orders total $1,579,904.18 (3.67%). The committee accepted the August 17, 2022 minutes (7-0) and discussed future items like sound panels and pickleball court lines.

Wed Sep 21, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

San Bruno Parks & Recreation Commission meeting cancelled

The Parks & Recreation Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for September 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2022, at 6:30 p.m., conducted virtually via Zoom.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to hear Senior Services budget presentation

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to receive an oral presentation on the Senior Services General Fund budget, continuing a discussion from the August meeting about funding sources and the budget process. The board will also receive and file monthly reports on class attendance, nutrition site meals, and front desk sign-in data, and get an update on the senior parking lot and trash enclosure construction project. The agenda is largely routine, with the budget presentation being the main substantive item.

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✓ Decided: Senior Board reviews budget, discusses lunch program and center operations

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board received a presentation on the Senior Services General Fund budget and discussed various operational issues at the Senior Center, including the lunch program, volunteer needs, and facility concerns. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

Tue Sep 20, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh auto use permit at 1153-1155 San Mateo Ave

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a use permit to convert 1153-1155 San Mateo Avenue to an auto-related use, conditionally permitted in the industrial district. The commission will also conduct a scoping meeting for an Environmental Impact Report on the Engvall Subdivision at 2101 Sneath Lane. The meeting is held via Zoom under AB361 due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions made; meeting page returned error

The minutes for the San Bruno Planning Commission meeting of September 20, 2022, are unavailable. The page displays an application error and no record of any decisions, proposals, or discussions.

Tue Sep 20, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on auto repair use permit at 1153-1155 San Mateo Ave

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a use permit (UP22-002) for converting the building at 1153-1155 San Mateo Avenue to an auto repair shop, a conditionally permitted use in the industrial district. The commission will also hold a scoping meeting for the Environmental Impact Report on the Engvall Subdivision at 2101 Sneath Lane. The agenda includes approval of the August 16, 2022 minutes and selection of Architectural Review Committee members.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission September meeting cancelled

The Culture & Arts Commission's regular meeting scheduled for September 15, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of business. The next meeting is set for October 20, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

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Thu Sep 15, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

Committee to discuss CERT funding options and Fire Department open house

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to discuss routine business and several action items. They will consider recommendations for public service announcements, plan their participation in the upcoming Fire Department open house, and explore funding options for expanding the CERT program, possibly through a grant from the San Bruno Foundation. The agenda also includes updates from police, fire, and community groups.

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✓ Decided: Committee prepares for Fire Dept Open House on Oct 15

The Emergency Preparedness Committee approved the August 18, 2022 minutes and discussed preparations for the Fire Department Open House on October 15, where members will distribute disaster preparedness materials. Staff provided updates on fire and police activities, including a new engine technology and a memorial service. No substantive decisions were made beyond consent calendar approval.

Thu Sep 15, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on September 15, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session for labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: City Council met in closed session, no reportable action taken

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on September 15, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. The only substantive item was a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 5:38 p.m.

Thu Sep 15, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno Architectural Review Committee meeting cancelled for Sept. 15

The Architectural Review Committee's regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held virtually via Zoom on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. This notice is purely procedural; no agenda items were discussed or decided.

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Wed Sep 14, 2022

City Council

City Council retreat to review and revise its own policies and procedures

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting retreat to discuss and review a draft of its own policies and procedures manual. The council will identify areas of consensus and topics for further discussion, with detailed revisions planned for a later in-person retreat. The agenda includes a list of 41 suggested edits and discussion items from council members and staff.

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✓ Decided: Council held study session on policies, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met for a special meeting on September 14, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. The only agenda item was a study session to discuss and review draft City Council policies and procedures, which was for discussion only. No votes or actions were recorded.

Wed Sep 14, 2022

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Staff presentations on Safe Routes to School and Southline Project

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review staff presentations regarding Safe Routes to School and the Southline Project at Huntington Ave, Sneath Lane, and Tanforan Ave. The meeting also includes updates from various sub-committees.

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✓ Decided: Committee heard Safe Routes to School and cycle track updates

The committee received presentations on the Safe Routes to School study and the Southline development/Huntington Avenue Cycle Track project, but took no votes on either. Minutes from July 13, 2022, were approved unanimously.

Tue Sep 13, 2022

City Council

Council to consider Recology contract renewal and White Way access amendment

The City Council is meeting to consider a proposed amendment to an agreement affecting White Way between Kains Ave and San Bruno Ave, with public comment requesting confirmation that the street remains publicly accessible. The Council is also discussing the renewal of the Recology contract, with a public comment noting that the existing 24-year contract includes school fundraising and support provisions that have not been fulfilled.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council to adopt 2022 California building and fire codes

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to introduce and waive reading of ordinances adopting the 2022 California Building, Fire, and related codes, and to set a public hearing for October 11, 2022. The council will also consider a resolution finding local necessity for amendments to these codes. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council introduced 2022 building code updates, set public hearing

The City Council introduced a series of ordinances adopting the 2022 California building, fire, energy, green, mechanical, residential, electrical, plumbing, and existing codes, along with a resolution of necessity. A public hearing for adoption was set for October 11, 2022. All motions passed unanimously.

Tue Sep 13, 2022

City Council

Council to consider Mills Park Center development agreement amendment

The San Bruno City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed first amendment to the development agreement for the Mills Park Center residential and commercial project at 601-799 El Camino Real. The council will also consider consent items including an $80,000 traffic safety grant, payroll acceptance, and a report on the Crystal Springs Road and Oak Avenue/City Park Way intersection study. Councilmember Linda Mason will discuss directing staff to schedule a town hall on development projects and other topics.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Mills Park Center development agreement amendment

The City Council approved a first amendment to the development agreement with Williams Portfolio 16 for the Mills Park Center residential and commercial project at 601-799 El Camino Real. The vote was 4-0 with Councilmember Salazar recused. The consent calendar was also approved unanimously, including acceptance of grant funds and approval of the pay schedule.

Thu Sep 8, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Crime Prevention Committee discusses Neighborhood Watch and outreach

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee is meeting to review Neighborhood Watch updates and plan community outreach. The body is discussing the status of 14 active groups and coordinating crime tip topics for CityNet and social media.

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✓ Decided: Crime Prevention Committee approves August minutes and crime tips

The San Bruno Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee met remotely on September 8, 2022, and approved the August meeting minutes and two crime tips for CityNet and social media. The committee also discussed ongoing items like remote meetings, Neighborhood Watch updates, and the secretary position, but made no other substantive decisions.

Wed Sep 7, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation discusses strategic grants and Centennial Plaza

The Board of Directors will review investment portfolio reports and updates on various community programs. Discussion items include a music education initiative and the Centennial Plaza project.

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✓ Decided: Board creates ad hoc committee for Centennial Plaza project

The Board unanimously approved a resolution creating an Ad Hoc Committee on the Centennial Plaza Project to review the City's plans and consider recommending a funding proposal. The Board also approved the consent calendar, including a resolution to continue teleconferencing under AB 361 and the July 2022 financial statements. Reports were received on the investment portfolio, music education initiatives, and other programs.

Wed Sep 7, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Committee to consider red curb installation on Linden Avenue near school and city buildings

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will discuss and potentially approve installing red curbs on Linden Avenue south of Angus Avenue, along the Decima Allen Elementary School property and the east side near the City Library, Fire Station, and City Hall. The meeting also includes a Safe Routes to School item and approval of the August 3, 2022 minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email due to the remote meeting format.

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Wed Aug 31, 2022

City Council

City Council holds closed session on two property negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting that consists primarily of a closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties: 618 San Mateo Avenue with Artichoke Joe's and 201 Balboa Way with the San Bruno Park School District. The agenda includes public comment for non-agenda items, but no other substantive open-session business is listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno council holds closed session on two properties, no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council met in special session on August 31, 2022, and immediately went into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties: 618 San Mateo Avenue (Artichoke Joe's) and 201 Balboa Way (San Bruno Park School District). No reportable action was taken on either item. The meeting adjourned at 5:30 p.m. with no public comments or other business.

Tue Aug 30, 2022

City Council

Council retreat to review draft policies and procedures

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting retreat to discuss and review draft City Council policies and procedures. This is a study session, so no final decisions are expected; the council will review the draft document. Public comments are limited to items not on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council held study session on policies, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met for a special meeting on August 30, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. The only substantive item was a study session to discuss and review draft City Council policies and procedures, which was for discussion only and resulted in no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m.

Wed Aug 24, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council special meeting: closed labor negotiations with city manager

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council held via Zoom. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the city manager, who is an unrepresented employee. No other decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds special meeting, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in special session on August 24, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. The only agenda item was a closed session on labor negotiations with the city manager, from which no reportable action was reported. The meeting adjourned after about 76 minutes.

Tue Aug 23, 2022

City Council

Council to discuss Centennial Plaza renovation and Recology franchise agreement

The San Bruno City Council is meeting to discuss the proposed conceptual plan and potential funding sources for the Centennial Plaza Renovation Project, and to conduct a study session on the city's franchise agreement with Recology San Bruno. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, accounts payable, payroll, and resolutions related to the Bayhill Specific Plan and a joint use agreement with the school district.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, receives budget study session

The City Council approved the consent calendar unanimously, which included minutes, accounts payable, payroll, investment report, COVID-19 response update, emergency declaration, joint use agreement with school district, subdivision map, COLAs, and delegate appointments. The council also held a study session on the proposed FY 2022-23 budget and Capital Improvement Program, receiving presentations from department heads. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent calendar approvals.

Tue Aug 23, 2022

City Council

Council to consider outsourcing street sweeping; union opposes

The City Council is deciding whether to outsource street sweeping to Recology, a move opposed by Teamsters Local 856. The union's public comment asks the council to keep the work in-house, citing cost concerns and the current worker's service quality. The agenda item is a public comment on this potential contract change.

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Tue Aug 23, 2022

City Council

Council to discuss Centennial Plaza renovation plan and funding

The City Council will hold a study session to give direction on a proposed conceptual plan and potential funding sources for the Centennial Plaza Renovation Project. A resident submitted comments questioning the projected total project cost of $842,806.00 and whether these funds could be better used for other City needs, and also raised concerns about wind effects on the plaza.

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Tue Aug 23, 2022

City Council

City Council to hold closed session on labor negotiations with management employees

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on August 23, 2022, at 5:00 PM. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association. The meeting is conducted electronically due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions made at special meeting

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on August 23, 2022, that included only a closed session for labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association. No reportable action was taken, and no substantive decisions were made.

Thu Aug 18, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission meeting cancelled

The regularly scheduled Culture & Arts Commission meeting for August 18, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. and will be held virtually via Zoom.

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Thu Aug 18, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

Emergency Preparedness Committee meets via Zoom for updates and PSA recommendations

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is holding its regular meeting electronically due to COVID-19 orders. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, unfinished business on Public Service Announcement recommendations, and updates from police, fire, Radio Club, CERT, and Red Cross. No major decisions or new proposals are listed; the meeting is primarily for routine updates and discussion.

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✓ Decided: Committee discusses PSAs, fire safety, and upcoming events

The meeting was largely informational and procedural, with no substantive decisions made. The committee approved the July 2022 minutes and discussed potential PSAs on bike safety and stranger danger, as well as upcoming events like the Fire Department Open House on October 15. Staff provided updates on fire mitigation, police activities, and community outreach.

Wed Aug 17, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Investment Committee to discuss cash flow for Recreation and Aquatic Center

The Investment Committee will receive a portfolio performance report from Sand Hill Global Advisors, LLC. The body will also discuss and provide direction on cash flow strategies to fund the Recreation and Aquatic Center project.

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✓ Decided: Committee advises transferring $20.7M from Strategic Pool for RAC grants

The Investment Committee advised transferring the entire $20.7 million needed for remaining Recreation and Aquatic Center (RAC) grant payments from the Strategic Pool to the Liquidity Pool in September 2022. The Committee also approved the May 18, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. No public comment was received.

Wed Aug 17, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to review Centennial Plaza concept plan and tour completed park projects

The San Bruno Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting that begins with a tour of completed community partnership projects at Tom Lara Field and Greenberg Field, followed by a review of the conceptual plan for Centennial Plaza. The commission will provide input on the plan, which is scheduled for final City Council review on August 23, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Parks commission reviews Centennial Plaza plan, hears project updates

The commission reviewed a conceptual plan for Centennial Plaza ahead of a City Council meeting, discussed costs and features, and heard presentations on partnership projects at San Bruno City Park and Commodore Park. No formal votes were taken on new business items; the meeting was largely informational.

Wed Aug 17, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center construction update and look ahead

The Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center project and to approve the minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes only this update and no other substantive items.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center construction 35.9% complete, on budget

The committee received a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center project. As of July 2022, total expenses were $21.7 million (35.88% of the $60.5 million budget). Approved change orders totaled $1.24 million. A traffic signal was approved for the Crystal Springs and Oak Street intersection, and tempered glass will be installed on the south wall to mitigate softball impacts.

Wed Aug 17, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed session on City Manager's labor contract

The San Bruno City Council is meeting in a special session, with the only substantive item being a closed-session discussion about labor negotiations with the unrepresented City Manager. The council will also take public comments on non-agenda items. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions under AB361.

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✓ Decided: Council held closed session on labor negotiations, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in special session and held a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the unrepresented City Manager position. No reportable action was taken during the closed session. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

Tue Aug 16, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh cannabis retail zoning and Mills Park extension

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a proposed ordinance to allow up to three commercial cannabis operations (retailers and distribution) in specific zones, and will consider a two-year extension of the Mills Park Center development agreement. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on the cannabis ordinance. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and selection of members for an Architectural Review Committee meeting.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Center funding sources reviewed; $1.35M General Fund budget for FY 2022-23

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will receive a report on Senior Center funding sources, including the $1,347,954 General Fund budget and other revenue streams. The board will also review monthly attendance and nutrition reports, and get an oral update on the Senior Parking Lot and Trash Enclosure Construction Project. The agenda is largely informational with no major decisions expected.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board discusses new annual budget process

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board accepted the July 19, 2022 minutes and received reports on class attendance, nutrition sites, and funding sources. Staff recommended creating an annual process starting in October or November to evaluate short- and long-term needs, with a sub-committee review in December/January and recommendations brought back in February. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

Tue Aug 16, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh cannabis zoning rules and Mills Park extension

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a proposed zoning amendment to allow commercial cannabis operations in certain zones, and a request to extend the Mills Park development agreement by two years. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on the cannabis ordinance and consider the extension for the property at 601-799 El Camino Real. The meeting is held via Zoom due to AB361.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends cannabis ordinance with expanded zones

The Planning Commission voted 4-2 to recommend the City Council adopt a commercial cannabis ordinance, with additional recommendations to allow retail cannabis in Bayhill Shopping Center and Towne Center and to remove a mosquito requirement. The Commission also voted 5-0 (with one recusal) to recommend a two-year extension of the Mills Park development agreement. Both items were public hearings and will go to the City Council for final decisions.

🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] Commissioner Harman/Morgan VOTE: 4-2-0-0
4 yea · 2 nay
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea · Madden nay · Johnson nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 16, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed session on potential litigation

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on August 16, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation involving significant exposure to litigation in one case. No other substantive items are listed for public discussion or action.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting; no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on August 16, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive item was a closed session on anticipated litigation, from which no reportable action was taken. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned without any decisions or votes.

Mon Aug 15, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on August 15, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session for labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on August 15, 2022, but took no substantive action. The only item was a closed session on labor negotiations, with no reportable action. The meeting adjourned after 37 minutes.

Thu Aug 11, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Citizens’ Crime Prevention Committee meeting on August 11, 2022

The committee will review Neighborhood Watch updates and upcoming crime tip topics. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Secretary position and a recap of National Night Out.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves crime tips, continues Zoom meetings

The San Bruno Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee approved two crime tips for public outreach, continued meeting via Zoom, and discussed Neighborhood Watch updates. Linda Boscono resigned from the committee, and no one volunteered to fill the secretary position, so the task will likely be shared.

Thu Aug 11, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

Architectural Review Committee to consider large home addition at 2590 Catalpa Way

The San Bruno Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing to consider an Architectural Review Permit for a residential addition at 2590 Catalpa Way. The project would expand the single-family home to over 3,000 square feet, including a kitchen remodel, new bedrooms, and a rear deck. The meeting will be held via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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Wed Aug 10, 2022

City Council

City Council special meeting with closed session on City Manager evaluation and labor negotiations

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council held via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance and to confer with labor negotiators regarding the City Manager as an unrepresented employee. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no public action

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on August 10, 2022, but took no substantive public decisions. The agenda included only closed-session items for a city manager performance evaluation and labor negotiations, with no reportable actions. The meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.

Tue Aug 9, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council meeting cancelled for August 9, 2022

The San Bruno City Council's regular meeting scheduled for August 9, 2022 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on August 23, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., conducted virtually via Zoom and livestreamed to YouTube and Channel 1.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council meeting cancelled for August 9, 2022

The August 9, 2022 City Council meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 23, 2022 and will be held virtually. No decisions were made at this meeting.

Wed Aug 3, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to discuss strategic grantmaking priorities

The Board of Directors will meet to provide direction on strategic grantmaking priorities and receive reports on foundation programs. The board is also considering a resolution to continue teleconferencing meetings under AB 361.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on charter city status and commercial transfer tax

The City Council is deciding whether to adopt a City Charter and impose a Commercial Real Property Transfer Tax. A local realtor and property owner submitted a letter opposing the measures, arguing they could hurt property values and that the transfer tax would yield little revenue. The council will vote on the proposed charter and tax this evening.

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Wed Aug 3, 2022

City Council

Council to consider placing charter city and term limit measures on Nov. 8 ballot

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several items, including placing measures on the November 8, 2022 ballot to adopt a city charter and establish term limits. The council will also vote on consent items such as displaying the Ukrainian flag, approving a labor agreement, and purchasing vehicles.

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✓ Decided: Charter City and transfer tax measure fails to get 4/5 vote

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including a resolution to display the Ukrainian flag, a labor agreement, and vehicle purchases. It also approved a $110,000 stormwater repair budget amendment for 2850 Sneath Lane. The proposed ballot measure to make San Bruno a charter city and impose a commercial real property transfer tax failed to pass, as it required a 4/5 vote and only received 3 yes votes. The council unanimously approved placing a term limits measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot and set priorities for ballot arguments.

Wed Aug 3, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Proposed parking restrictions for Darby Place and Oxford Lane

The committee is reviewing a proposal to implement red curb and fire lane striping on Darby Place and Oxford Lane. This follows research confirming these are public streets and aims to address resident complaints regarding blocked driveways and emergency access.

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Wed Jul 27, 2022

City Council

Council to hold closed session on City Manager performance evaluation

This is a special meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance, per Government Code Section 54957. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, public comments, adjournment). The meeting is held electronically due to AB361 COVID-19 provisions.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds special meeting, no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on July 27, 2022, with all members present. No public comments were made, and the only agenda item was a closed session for the City Manager's performance evaluation, with no reportable action taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:23 p.m.

Tue Jul 26, 2022

City Council

Council to consider Glenview Terrace subdivision rezoning and development agreement

The San Bruno City Council is meeting to consider routine consent items and hold a study session. Key actions include approving payroll and accounts payable, extending the COVID-19 teleconferencing resolution, and rezoning land for the Glenview Terrace residential subdivision. The study session will discuss development services staffing and a potential ballot measure on term limits.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, reclassifies police officer to corporal

The San Bruno City Council approved the consent calendar, including rezoning for the Glenview Terrace subdivision and a police officer reclassification, with amendments. The reclassification was approved with a quarterly overtime savings report requirement. No substantive decisions were made on study session items, which were deferred.

Tue Jul 26, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations session

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on July 26, 2022, at 5:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association, Mid-Management Bargaining Unit. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on July 26, 2022, with all members present. No public comments were made, and the closed session on labor negotiations resulted in no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 6:48 p.m., and no substantive decisions were made.

Thu Jul 21, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

Commission to hear Movies in the Park vote results, holiday contest review

The Culture and Arts Commission will receive reports on the public voting results for Movies in the Park and discuss the San Mateo Avenue holiday window decorating contest. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and a reminder about the August meeting cancellation.

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✓ Decided: Commission selects five movies for Movies in the Park series

The Culture and Arts Commission received reports on the Movies in the Park voting results and the San Mateo Avenue Holiday Decorating Contest. No formal decisions were made; the movie lineup was presented as a report, and the holiday contest discussion included suggestions but no votes.

Thu Jul 21, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

Emergency Preparedness Committee to discuss PSA recommendations and event prep

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to discuss routine business, including approval of June minutes, recommendations for public service announcements, and preparation for upcoming public events. Staff will provide police and fire updates, and members will report on Radio Club, CERT, and Red Cross activities. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Committee prepares for Disaster Preparedness Day July 30

The Emergency Preparedness Committee approved the June minutes and discussed upcoming public outreach, including staffing a table at Disaster Preparedness Day on July 30 at the San Mateo Event Center. Staff reported on July 4th fireworks enforcement (270 calls, 27 tickets) and fire mitigation work at Sneath Lane. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy items.

Wed Jul 20, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center construction update and look ahead

The Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee will receive a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center project, including progress, budget, and upcoming work. The agenda includes acceptance of June 15, 2022 minutes and public comments. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center construction 24% complete; $1.02M change orders approved

The committee received a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center. The project is 24% complete with $1,021,936.23 in approved change orders. The committee accepted the June 15, 2022 minutes (8-0). No formal decisions were made on the intersection options or solar timeline, which are pending further review.

Wed Jul 20, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks & Recreation Commission July 20 meeting cancelled

The Parks & Recreation Commission's regular July 20, 2022 meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting will be a special meeting on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at Lara Field and Greenberg Field. This notice is procedural only, with no agenda items for discussion.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews rules for commercial cannabis operations

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review proposed provisions, guidelines, and procedures for establishing commercial cannabis operations, including storefront sales and distribution. The Commission will make recommendations to the City Council on amending the Zoning code to add Chapter 12.300. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and selecting members for an ARC meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission continues cannabis ordinance hearing to August 16

The Planning Commission held a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to allow commercial cannabis storefront sales and distribution in the Transit Corridors Area. After hearing a staff presentation, the commission voted unanimously to close the public hearing and continue the item to the August 16, 2022 meeting for further review and recommendations to the City Council. No final decision was made on the ordinance itself.

🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve July 19, 2022, minutes Commissioner Biasotti/Harman VOTE: 0-6-0-0
6 nay
Harman nay · Madden nay · Biasotti nay · Durazo nay · Lethin nay · Morgan nay
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Durazo/Biasotti VOTE: 6-0-0-0
6 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Biasotti yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to continue the Cannabis Ordinance public hearing on August 16th Planning Commission Meeting. Commissioner Harman/Lethin VOTE: 6-0-0-0
6 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Biasotti yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Tue Jul 19, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review draft rules for up to 3 cannabis retailers and distributors

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and make recommendations to the City Council on amending the Municipal Code to allow commercial cannabis operations. The draft ordinance would permit up to three cannabis retailers (storefront sales) and distribution facilities in specific zones, including downtown, along San Bruno Avenue and El Camino Real, and at The Shops at Tanforan. The Commission will also select members for an upcoming ARC meeting and approve the June 21, 2022 minutes.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior board to review lunch fees and trust fund revenue

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will discuss and possibly adjust the suggested donation and under-60 guest fee for the congregate lunch program, and receive a report on the Senior Advisory Board Trust Fund revenue. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board raises party fee to $7

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board voted to increase the congregate nutrition party fee to $7, with the change to be included in the August newsletter. The board also received and filed monthly attendance and nutrition reports, and discussed trust fund revenue reporting, requesting more itemized monthly reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

Mon Jul 18, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Special meeting held; no reportable action taken

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on July 18, 2022, with four members present and Vice Mayor Mason absent. No public comments were made, and the closed session on labor negotiations resulted in no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. with no substantive decisions made.

Thu Jul 14, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

San Bruno Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee meeting on July 14, 2022

The committee will review Flock camera impacts and discuss Neighborhood Watch programs. Discussion topics include signage, community outreach, and upcoming calendar events.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves crime tips for CityNet and social media

The San Bruno Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee met remotely and approved two crime tips for CityNet and social media. They also approved the June meeting minutes and discussed Flock camera results, fireworks citations, and neighborhood watch updates. No major policy decisions were made.

Thu Jul 14, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno Architectural Review Committee July 14 meeting cancelled

The Architectural Review Committee's regularly scheduled meeting for July 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for August 11, 2022, at 6:00 p.m., to be held virtually via Zoom. This notice is procedural only, with no agenda items for discussion.

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Wed Jul 13, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on $2.1M in service enhancements, contracts

The San Bruno City Council will decide on approving $2.1 million in service level enhancements for FY 2022-23, including new positions and equipment. They will also consider two contracts: one for building inspection services and another for environmental review related to the Housing Element Update.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY2022-23 service enhancements, building inspection contract

The City Council approved multiple resolutions for FY2022-23 service level enhancements, including one-time and ongoing General Fund items, with some split votes. It also authorized a $250,000 agreement with West Coast Code Consultants for building inspection services and a $138,850 contract amendment with David J. Powers & Associates for environmental review related to the Housing Element Update.

Wed Jul 13, 2022

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Millbrae Bike Share Program presentation scheduled for July meeting

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to review a presentation on the Millbrae Bike Share Program. The committee will also receive updates from sub-committees regarding events, safety outreach, and public service announcements.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno bike committee hears Millbrae bike share update, no votes

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee met July 13, 2022, and approved the May 12 meeting minutes unanimously (6 ayes, 1 abstention). No other substantive decisions were made; the agenda included only announcements, a presentation on the Millbrae Bike Share Program, and discussion of future outreach ideas. The meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

Wed Jul 13, 2022

City Council

Council reviews $1M off-site plan review contracts with WC3 and CSG

The City Council is reviewing information about two $1M contracts with West Coast Code Consultants (WC3) and CSG Consultants for off-site building plan review services. These contracts cover plan checks for mid-sized and large projects, with consultants retaining 60-65% of city-collected revenue, making the services fully cost-recoverable from applicants. The CSG contract is currently being amended and extended.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022

City Council

Council to consider allowing interim auto sales at former Sears in Tanforan Mall

The San Bruno City Council is meeting electronically due to the COVID-19 state of emergency. The main business is a public hearing on allowing interim automobile sales and inventory storage at the former Sears building in the Tanforan Mall, along with a second hearing on a proposed city charter and commercial property transfer tax. The council will also consider a police services agreement with Artichoke Joe's and routine consent items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves interim auto sales at former Sears, Tanforan Mall

The City Council unanimously approved a municipal services agreement with Artichoke Joe's for reimbursable police services, and unanimously approved an ordinance and resolution allowing interim automobile sales and inventory storage at the former Sears building at Tanforan Mall. The Council also directed staff to bring an alternate city charter with a commercial real property transfer tax to the August 3 special meeting. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

Tue Jul 12, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations session

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council, held electronically due to COVID-19. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association, Mid-Management Unit. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds closed session, no action taken

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with two employee organizations. No reportable action was taken during the session. The meeting was procedural only, with no substantive decisions made.

Tue Jul 12, 2022

City Council

Council to receive final report on San Bruno police review

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to receive and accept the final report from Impact Justice titled 'San Bruno Safe and Equitable Policing Review.' The report, which concludes a two-phase review of the police department, includes findings and 16 recommendations on topics like complaint handling, mental health resources, and data reporting. The council is expected to accept the report for informational purposes, with no immediate action required.

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Wed Jul 6, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to review recreation center and memorial projects

The Board of Directors will receive reports on the San Bruno Recreation and Aquatic Center and the Tanforan Memorial Project. The body will also consider appointments to the Investment Committee and approve May 2022 financial statements.

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✓ Decided: Board approves consent calendar, hears reports on budget, projects

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board approved the consent calendar, including resolutions on teleconferencing and Investment Committee appointments, and the Treasurer's Report. The Board also heard reports on the Recreation and Aquatic Center, Tanforan Memorial, and other programs, but took no other formal votes.

Wed Jul 6, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Committee to weigh crosswalks, stop signs, yield signs at 3 San Bruno spots

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will discuss and vote on three traffic safety items: a new marked crosswalk on Susan Drive, a crosswalk and stop sign at St. Cloud and Fleetwood Drives, and yield signs plus curve warnings on Park Avenue near Hazel and Oak. The agenda also includes approval of May minutes and public comment. No final decisions are made at this meeting; recommendations go to the City Council.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on 29-home Glenview Terrace subdivision, charter tax study

The San Bruno City Council will hold a public hearing to approve the Glenview Terrace Residential Subdivision Project, which includes rezoning, a development plan, and construction of 29 single-family homes at San Bruno and Glenview Drive. The council will also conduct a study session on a proposed City Charter and commercial real property transfer tax, and vote on a labor agreement with the Miscellaneous Bargaining Unit.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 29-home Glenview Terrace subdivision project

The City Council unanimously approved the Glenview Terrace Residential Subdivision Project, which includes rezoning, a vesting tentative tract map, development permits, and an affordable housing plan for 29 single-family homes at San Bruno and Glenview Drive. The affordable housing plan was amended to correct the number of units from five to four. The council also adopted a resolution authorizing a power purchase agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy for a solar system at the Recreation and Aquatics Center, and approved the consent calendar, including a four-year contract with the Miscellaneous Bargaining Unit.

Tue Jun 28, 2022

City Council

Council hears resident concerns on Glenview Terrace construction traffic and wildlife

This is a forwarded email from Councilman Marty Medina to Vicky Hasha, relaying comments from a Glenview Drive resident about the Glenview Terrace housing project. The resident raises concerns about construction traffic, wildlife corridors, and speeding on Glenview Drive. The agenda appears to be a communication item rather than a formal decision item.

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Tue Jun 28, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations session

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on June 28, 2022, at 4:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes a closed session for labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association, Mid-Management Unit. The meeting is conducted electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

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✓ Decided: Special meeting held; no reportable action taken

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on June 28, 2022, at 4:00 p.m. All councilmembers were present. No public comments were made, and the closed session on labor negotiations resulted in no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 4:56 p.m., with no substantive decisions made.

Tue Jun 28, 2022

City Council

Council to approve San Bruno Community Foundation FY2022-23 budget

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: approving the San Bruno Community Foundation (SBCF) budget for fiscal year 2022-23, and adopting the city's operating and capital improvement budgets along with the Gann appropriations limit. The SBCF budget includes $5.5 million for strategic grants and a $5 million possible major grant, funded by PG&E restitution funds. The meeting is conducted electronically due to AB361 COVID-19 provisions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves FY2022-23 budget and Gann limit

The City Council approved the FY2022-23 operating and FY2023-27 capital improvement program budget, and the FY2022-23 appropriations (Gann) limit. The budget resolution passed 4-1, with Councilmember M. Medina voting no. The Gann limit resolution passed unanimously. The council also approved the San Bruno Community Foundation FY2022-23 budget on a 4-1 vote, with Vice Mayor Mason voting no.

Tue Jun 21, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to review construction update, monthly reports

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board is meeting to receive monthly class attendance, nutrition site reports, and front desk sign-in data, and to hear an oral update on the Senior Parking Lot and Trash Enclosure Construction Project. The agenda is largely routine, with no new business or public hearings scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board accepts May minutes, hears updates

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board met on June 21, 2022, and accepted the minutes from the May 17 meeting. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of reports and discussions on attendance, nutrition site data, the parking lot construction project, and upcoming events.

Tue Jun 21, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh interim auto sales at former Sears, COVID testing extension

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a request to extend a temporary COVID-19 testing site at 660 El Camino Real for one more year, and a proposal to allow interim automobile sales and inventory storage at the former Sears building at the Shops at Tanforan (1150 El Camino Real). The commission will also discuss a draft Housing Element for 2023-2031 and consider a subcommittee appointment.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves interim auto sales at former Sears building

The Planning Commission approved a Temporary Use Permit for the COVID-19 testing site at 660 El Camino Real for up to one additional year. It also approved two resolutions recommending the City Council amend the Planned Development and approve a Planned Development Permit for interim automobile sales and inventory storage at the former Sears building at the Shops at Tanforan. Both items were approved unanimously (5-0).

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve May 17, 2022, minutes Commissioner Harman/Morgan VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Morgan/Lethin VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve project subject to findings and recommended conditions of approval. Commissioner Morgan/Harman VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Lethin/Morgan VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2022-0808 recommending approval of amendments to ordinance 1087 subject to findings. Commissioner Harman/Morgan VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve Resolution 2022-09 recommending a PDP permit for temporary auto sales subject to findings and recommended conditions of approval. Commissioner Morgan/Madden VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Tue Jun 21, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to weigh COVID testing site extension and interim auto sales at Tanforan

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a temporary use permit to keep the COVID-19 testing site at 660 El Camino Real operating for up to one more year, and a request to allow interim automobile sales and inventory storage at the former Sears building at the Shops at Tanforan. The commission will also discuss appointments and a study session on the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element.

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Fri Jun 17, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations session

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on June 17, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session for labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association and Mid-Management Bargaining Unit. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on June 17, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. The only item was a closed session on labor negotiations, with no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

Thu Jun 16, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission to appoint subcommittee members

The Commission will consider appointing two members to the Memorial Recognition Subcommittee. The meeting also includes updates on community art gallery artists and reports on recent community events.

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✓ Decided: Commission cancels August meeting, names gallery artists

The Culture and Arts Commission voted 4-0 to cancel its August 2022 meeting. It also appointed Chair Madden and Commissioner George to a Memorial Recognition Subcommittee and announced the artists selected for the Community Art Gallery 2022-23: Matt Wills, Lynette Cook, and Stephanie Getzler. The commission accepted the May 19, 2022 minutes 4-0.

Thu Jun 16, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee meeting scheduled for June 16, 2022

The committee will review the minutes from the May 19, 2022, meeting and discuss recommendations for public service announcements. The agenda also includes updates from police and fire staff, as well as monthly reports from the Radio Club, CERT, and Red Cross.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes; plans Field Day and Disaster Prep Day

The Emergency Preparedness Committee approved the prior meeting's minutes as read. Members discussed preparations for upcoming events, including Field Day at Narita Plaza and Disaster Prep Day at the San Mateo Event Center. Staff reported that two new fire engines have arrived and are being prepared for service, and the Emergency Operations Center is being rebuilt with upgrades. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters.

Wed Jun 15, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center construction update and look ahead

The committee is reviewing the progress of the Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The meeting includes a construction update regarding completed work, budget expenditures, and upcoming utility and road work.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center construction on track, within budget

The committee received a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center. The project is 26.66% complete with $16,141,124.15 spent, and work is progressing on the pool and building. The project remains within budget, though contingency may rise to 10% for expected change orders. The committee accepted the May 18, 2022 minutes (7-0).

Wed Jun 15, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to vote on relocating August meeting and cancelling July meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider two staff recommendations: relocating the August 17, 2022 meeting to tour park projects at San Bruno City Park, Lions Field, and Greenberg Field, and cancelling the July 20, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of May minutes, and updates from commissioners and staff.

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✓ Decided: Commission cancels July meeting, relocates August meeting to park tour

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to cancel its July 20, 2022 meeting and to relocate its August 17, 2022 meeting to a park tour. The commission also accepted the May 18, 2022 minutes and heard commissioner comments on recent community events.

Tue Jun 14, 2022

City Council

Council reviews S Linden Ave & Scott St grade separation funding memo

The City Council is reviewing a memo of understanding for the S Linden Ave. & Scott St. Grade Separation Project. The memo contains a typo in a funding figure, which the discussion corrects to $18,953,000. The item is part of the council's responses to agenda questions.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022

City Council

Council to review proposed FY 2022-23 budget and capital projects

The San Bruno City Council will hold a study session on the City Manager's proposed budget for fiscal year 2022-23, including capital improvement projects. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving financial reports, authorizing fireworks stand permits, and adopting resolutions for a November election and a grade separation project. The meeting will be conducted electronically via Zoom due to AB 361.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, sets solar hearing for June 28

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included routine financial reports, a continued local emergency resolution, a grade separation project agreement, and a water conservation ordinance amendment. They also set a public hearing for June 28 to consider a solar power purchase agreement for the Recreation and Aquatics Center. The meeting included a budget study session with no formal decisions.

Tue Jun 14, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed session on litigation and labor

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council, held electronically due to COVID-19. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations with the San Bruno Management Employees Association. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds closed session, no action taken

The special meeting was procedural, consisting only of a closed session for legal and labor negotiations. No reportable action was taken, and no public comments were made. The meeting adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

Tue Jun 14, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on $10.6M developer agreement for Southline project

The San Bruno City Council will hold a study session to consider adopting a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Transportation and Infrastructure/Municipal Services Agreement with Lane Partners for the Southline development project in South San Francisco. The agreement would provide $10.6 million in developer contributions to San Bruno for transportation improvements, in exchange for the city not opposing the project. The council previously discussed this item on May 24, 2022, and this meeting includes responses to their questions. Approval is needed before South San Francisco's project approvals in July 2022.

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✓ Decided: Council hears Southline project study, no vote taken

The City Council held a study session on a resolution to authorize the City Manager to execute a Transportation and Infrastructure/Municipal Services Agreement for the Southline Project. No formal action was taken; the item was presented and discussed, with public comments both supporting and raising concerns. The meeting was procedural, and the item was not voted on.

Thu Jun 9, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Crime Prevention Committee to discuss Neighborhood Watch and outreach

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee is meeting to review Neighborhood Watch updates and community outreach. The body will discuss the replacement of faded signs and the 2022 event calendar.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves July 4th safety and vacation watch crime tips

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee approved two crime tips for July 4th safety and vacation watch, and continued remote meetings. They also discussed neighborhood watch updates, including a new Crestmoor group, and addressed a resident's concern about parked cars.

Tue Jun 7, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council to activate mandatory Level 2 water restrictions

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting a resolution activating Level 2 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, which would impose mandatory water conservation measures in response to state drought regulations. The council will also receive a presentation on a revenue measure feasibility survey, hold a public hearing on a proposed city charter and commercial property transfer tax, and discuss potential November 2022 ballot measures including an elected mayor system, term limits, and an infrastructure bond.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to pursue term limits, drop mayor rotation and bond

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution activating Level 2 of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan. During the study session, the Council directed staff to bring back a ballot measure on term limits (12 consecutive years for council and mayor) and to stop work on changing the mayor's seat to annual rotation. The Council also directed staff not to pursue an infrastructure bond for the November 2022 ballot. No action was taken on the revenue measure presentation or the property transfer tax public hearing.

Wed Jun 1, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to approve FY 2022-2023 budget

The Board of Directors is meeting to adopt the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget and set the quasi-endowment payout rate. The body will also recognize 12 scholarship recipients and receive reports on community grants and education initiatives.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts $6.4M FY2022-23 budget, sets 1.41% endowment payout

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board unanimously approved the fiscal year 2022-2023 budget totaling $6,418,163, set the Quasi-Endowment payout rate at 1.41% ($285,937), and authorized transfers from investment accounts to cover remaining Recreation and Aquatic Center grant payments. The board also unanimously approved the May 4, 2022 minutes, the consent calendar (including a resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 and the April 2022 Treasurer's Report), and recognized 12 Crestmoor Neighborhood Memorial Scholarship recipients. No other substantive decisions were made; reports were received on Community Day 2022, education initiatives, other programs, and investments.

Wed Jun 1, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

June Traffic Safety & Parking Committee meeting cancelled

The June 1, 2022 Traffic Safety and Parking Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 7:00 PM. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion.

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Tue May 31, 2022

City Council

Council to approve interim city attorney contract and fire truck lease

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two main items: authorizing a lease-purchase agreement for two fire pumpers with Western Alliance Bank, and approving a contract with Richards Watson Gershon for interim city attorney services. The council will also hold a study session on the proposed FY 2022-23 budget and receive a report on the Community Foundation's budget.

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✓ Decided: Council approves lease for two fire trucks and interim city attorney

The City Council unanimously approved a lease purchase arrangement for two pumper/fire trucks with Western Alliance Bank and authorized the Mayor to execute an agreement with Richards Watson Gershon for contract interim city attorney services. The council also held a study session on the proposed FY2022-23 budget and received a report on the San Bruno Community Foundation budget, but no decisions were made on those items.

Tue May 24, 2022

City Council

Council reviews $10.6 million agreement for Southline Project traffic mitigation

The City Council held a study session to review the Southline Project, a 2.8 million square foot office development in South San Francisco. The session focused on a Municipal Services Agreement that would provide $10.6 million to San Bruno to mitigate traffic impacts and fund local transportation improvements.

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✓ Decided: Council holds study session on Southline project, no decisions made

The City Council held a study session to review the Southline Project and a proposed Transportation/Infrastructure Municipal Services Agreement. Presentations were given by staff and consultants, and public comment was received. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session.

Tue May 24, 2022

City Council

Council to review draft Housing Element and water conservation ordinance

The San Bruno City Council is holding a regular meeting with a study session on the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element, a first reading of a water conservation ordinance amendment, and appointments to a fireworks review subcommittee. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as minutes, payroll, and a $130,000 traffic engineering contract amendment.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, introduces water conservation ordinance

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included approving meeting minutes, accounts payable, payroll, and several resolutions, including a $130,000 traffic engineering contract amendment and accepting the Avenues 1-3 sewer and water main replacement project as complete. The council also unanimously introduced an ordinance amending Chapter 10.16 (Water Conservation) of the Municipal Code. A study session on the Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element was held, and the council decided not to appoint a fireworks application review subcommittee.

Tue May 24, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council special meeting: closed session on City Attorney appointment, property negotiations, litigation

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council held electronically. The agenda consists entirely of a closed session with four items: appointing a City Attorney, negotiating property terms with two parties, and discussing potential litigation. No public action or discussion items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Council joins Monsanto PCB litigation; no other action

The City Council held a special meeting with no public comments and entered closed session. No reportable action was taken on the City Attorney appointment or two real property negotiations. The Council unanimously voted to join litigation filed by San Mateo County and other cities against Monsanto over PCB contamination and cleanup costs.

Thu May 19, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council special meeting regarding City Attorney appointment

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council held electronically. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Attorney.

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✓ Decided: Special meeting held; no reportable action taken

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on May 19, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive item was a closed session regarding the appointment of a City Attorney, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned to the next regular meeting on May 24, 2022.

Thu May 19, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

Emergency Preparedness Committee meeting scheduled for May 19, 2022

The committee will review the April 21, 2022, meeting minutes and discuss preparations for upcoming public events. Staff and members will also provide updates on police, fire, and community organizations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Radio Field Day use of Narita Plaza

The committee approved the use of Narita Plaza for Radio Field Day on June 25 and discussed participation in the Posy Parade. The Fire Department reported that the City Council approved $150,000 for fire mitigation, and the Disaster Worker program is returning. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was largely informational.

Thu May 19, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

Commission to pick artists, adopt film selection process for Movies in the Park

The Culture and Arts Commission will review 30 artist submissions for the Community Art Gallery Program 2022-23 and select three artists, each receiving a $250 stipend. They will also adopt a Movies in the Park film selection process and choose films for public voting, following a 2021 season where all screened films were animated. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Commission adopts Movies in the Park film selection process

The Culture and Arts Commission reviewed 31 art submissions for the Community Art Gallery Program and will tally scores to notify artists. They adopted the Movies in the Park Film Selection Process document and selected five films per category for public voting. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

Wed May 18, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

San Bruno discusses summer scholarships and subcommittee appointments

The Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing the appointment of members to the Memorial Recognition Subcommittee. The Commission is also receiving information regarding a $75,000 grant for summer camp scholarships.

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✓ Decided: Parks commission appoints memorial subcommittee, hears summer scholarship update

The Parks and Recreation Commission appointed Chair Palmer and Commissioner Kuhn to a Memorial Recognition Subcommittee. Staff reported that a county grant has funded 20-25 summer program scholarships of $1,000 each for qualifying children, with applications still open. The commission also discussed a park scavenger hunt idea and received updates on staffing and the RAC opening.

Wed May 18, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Construction update for the Recreation and Aquatic Center

The committee is reviewing progress on the Recreation and Aquatic Center construction project. The meeting includes an update on completed work, upcoming foundation installation, and planned road realignments.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center construction 13.83% complete; change order rises to $407K

The committee accepted the April 20, 2022 minutes (5-0-1) and received a construction update. The project is 13.83% complete as of April 2022, with the change order report increasing from $343,000 to $407,058.34 for sidewalk and crosswalk additions. Road work on City Park Way is scheduled from June 15 through February next year, with closures shorter than that period. No formal decisions were made beyond accepting the minutes.

Wed May 18, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Investment Committee to review portfolio and set endowment payout rate

The San Bruno Community Foundation Investment Committee is meeting to review portfolio performance and investment policies. The committee will discuss cash flow strategies for the Recreation and Aquatic Center Project and recommend a payout rate for the 2022-2023 fiscal year.

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✓ Decided: Investment Committee recommends 1.41% Quasi-Endowment payout rate for FY 2022-2023

The San Bruno Community Foundation Investment Committee met on May 18, 2022, and recommended a Quasi-Endowment payout rate of 1.41% for fiscal year 2022-2023, resulting in a payout of $285,937, to fund Crestmoor Scholarship and Community Grants Fund cash needs. The committee also recommended transferring $10 million from Strategic to Liquidity-RAC in the first month of the new fiscal year to cover RAC grant payments, with remaining funds transferred later. They reviewed the Investment Policy Statement and Investment Operating Plan, making no amendments. The minutes of the February 16, 2022 meeting were approved with one abstention.

Tue May 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on 2022-27 Capital Improvement Program conformance

The San Bruno Planning Commission will consider adopting Resolution 2022-07, which finds that the proposed 2022-27 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and the Fiscal Year 2022-23 CIP Budget conform to the City's General Plan, as required by California Government Code Section 65401. The CIP includes projects for water, wastewater, facilities, and streets. The Commission's decision is not subject to CEQA, but each project will undergo separate environmental review. After the vote, the CIP and budget go to the City Council for adoption in June 2022.

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Tue May 17, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review residential addition at 234 Santa Inez Ave

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a large residential addition and a resolution regarding the 2022-27 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission meeting minutes contain no substantive decisions

The provided minutes for the San Bruno Planning Commission meeting of 2022-05-17 are largely illegible or contain only procedural content. No specific motions, approvals, denials, or other substantive actions can be identified from the text. The document appears to be a corrupted or incomplete record, with no clear decisions recorded.

Tue May 17, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: Special meeting held; no reportable action taken

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on May 17, 2022, with all members present. No public comments were made, and the closed session on a City Attorney appointment resulted in no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 3:12 p.m. with no substantive decisions made.

Tue May 17, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to review nutrition fees, construction update

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet to discuss unfinished business, including monthly class attendance and nutrition site reports, and receive an oral update on the Senior Parking Lot and Trash Enclosure Construction Project. The board will also consider revisiting the congregate nutrition suggested donation and under-60 fee, a topic previously discussed in April. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 health orders.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board accepts April minutes, hears project updates

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board accepted the April 19, 2022 meeting minutes. No new business or public comment was presented. Staff provided updates on the Senior Parking Lot and Trash Enclosure Construction Project, noting the trash enclosure was moved to the fourth phase pending permits, and announced CommUNITY Day on June 5th. Board members discussed sidewalk and signage issues at the Senior Center.

Thu May 12, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Crime Prevention Committee discusses Neighborhood Watch and community outreach

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee is meeting to review Neighborhood Watch updates and plan community outreach. The body will discuss the replacement of faded signs and the 2022 event calendar.

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Thu May 12, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

6-story mixed-use building with 42 units proposed at 170 San Bruno Ave W

The Architectural Review Committee will review a preapplication for a 6-story, 69-foot-tall mixed-use building at 170 San Bruno Avenue West, with 42 residential units, 970 square feet of ground-floor commercial space, and 36 parking spaces. The review is part of the Transit Corridors Plan pre-submittal process. Staff will also give a monthly report on sign approvals and other projects.

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Wed May 11, 2022

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

San Bruno BPAC to plan Bike-to-Work Day, hear safety project updates

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to coordinate 2022 Bike-to-Work Day and Posy Parade/Community Day in the Park, and to hear a presentation from the Silicon Valley Bike Coalition. Staff will provide updates on Safe Routes to School, the Local Roadway Safety Plan, the Huntington Avenue Cycle track, and Glenview Terrace intersection improvements. The committee will also discuss recruiting a new member and receive sub-committee reports.

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✓ Decided: BPAC approves January minutes; plans Bike to Work Day

The San Bruno Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the January 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0, with one abstention). The committee also discussed upcoming events, including Bike to Work Day on May 20 and Bike to Wherever Days on May 21-22, and coordinated volunteer assignments for energizer stations. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed May 11, 2022

Revenue Measure Oversight Committee

Committee to review Measure G fund allocation for FY2022-23

The Citizens Revenue Measure Oversight Committee is holding a special meeting to approve minutes from January 2022 and to review its bylaws while providing feedback on staff's proposed allocation of Measure G sales tax funds for the FY2022-23 budget. The meeting is being held remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19 health orders, with public comments accepted by email.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $6.11M Measure G fund allocation for FY2022-23

The Citizens Revenue Measure Oversight Committee approved the proposed FY2022-23 allocation of Measure G district sales tax funds totaling $6,110,000, including $5.4M for street rehabilitation, $500,000 for pavement management, $60,000 for an emergency response vehicle, and $150,000 for wildfire mitigation. The motion carried unanimously by roll call vote, with member Jim Evangelist opposing the $60,000 emergency response vehicle purchase. The committee also approved the minutes from the January 12, 2022 meeting. The item was a discussion and action item; no other substantive decisions were made.

Tue May 10, 2022

City Council

City Council addresses agenda corrections and business consultant proposal

The City Council met to address requested corrections to previous meeting minutes and discuss a new strategic initiative. A proposal was noted to fund a consultant to assist in relaunching the San Bruno Chamber of Commerce.

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Tue May 10, 2022

City Council

Council to consider $99,839 landscaping contract and $26,112 design services

The San Bruno City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 10, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes consent items, two contracts for approval, a study session on strategic initiatives, and public comments. The meeting is conducted electronically under AB 361 due to COVID-19.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, tables Centennial Plaza design contract

The City Council approved the consent calendar, excluding the April 26 special meeting minutes which will be corrected and brought back. They directed staff to bring back the Centennial Plaza design contract with amended options, and approved the College Drive median renovation contract. The council also prioritized new strategic initiatives for FY 2022-23.

Tue May 10, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on road closures for 80th Posy Parade on San Mateo Ave

The City Council is deciding whether to adopt a resolution authorizing temporary road closures for the 80th Annual Posy Parade and CommUNITY Day event on San Mateo Avenue. A resident submitted questions about parade details, parking, and advertising, which are included in the agenda but not answered in the document.

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Tue May 10, 2022

City Council

City Council special meeting: closed session on City Attorney appointment and labor negotiations

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council held electronically. The only substantive items are closed-session discussions about appointing a City Attorney and conferring with labor negotiators for several employee organizations. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda, and no other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Council holds closed session on City Attorney appointment and labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council met in a special closed session to discuss the appointment of a City Attorney and labor negotiations with employee organizations. No reportable action was taken during the closed session. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made in open session.

Wed May 4, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation discusses recreation center and music grants

The Board of Directors met to discuss progress on the San Bruno Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The meeting included discussions regarding a $30,000 grant for Community Day and $290,000 in strategic grants for music education initiatives.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno Community Foundation honors retiring City Attorney Zafferano

The board recognized City Attorney Marc Zafferano for his 11 years of service with a proclamation. It also unanimously approved the April 4 special meeting minutes and the consent calendar, which included a resolution to continue teleconferencing under AB 361 and the March 2022 treasurer's report. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed May 4, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Committee to weigh yield signs at Hickory/Pepper & Cedar and downtown loading zones

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will discuss two items: installing yield signs and markings at the uncontrolled Hickory Avenue/Pepper Drive and Cedar Avenue intersection, and reviewing existing yellow, white, and green curb markings along San Mateo Avenue in downtown. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting and take public comment on traffic, parking, and transportation matters.

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Tue Apr 26, 2022

City Council

Council to approve $9M in on-call project management contracts

The San Bruno City Council is meeting to consider several routine and substantive items, including approving up to $9 million in on-call project management services, a new banking agreement with Wells Fargo, and an ordinance on police military equipment. The agenda also includes adopting a disposable food service ware ordinance and receiving updates on COVID-19 response.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $9M on-call project management agreements

The City Council approved three on-call project management agreements totaling up to $9 million over three years, with a requirement to return after the first year for authorization of optional years. It also approved a police military equipment ordinance, a Wells Fargo banking agreement, and a disposable food service ware ordinance, all on the consent calendar or as separate items. Councilmember Hamilton was absent; all votes were 4-0-1.

Tue Apr 26, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council holds special meeting regarding litigation and negotiations

This special meeting consists of procedural items and closed sessions. The Council will meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and engage in labor negotiations with several employee organizations.

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✓ Decided: Council holds closed session; no reportable action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in a special closed session on April 26, 2022, to discuss anticipated litigation, labor negotiations, and real property negotiations for 201 Balboa Way. No reportable action was taken during the closed session. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive public decisions made.

Thu Apr 21, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission April 21 meeting cancelled

The April 21, 2022 meeting of the Culture & Arts Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. This notice is procedural only; no agenda items are listed.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

Committee to decide on Field Day, Posy Parade participation

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business and discuss upcoming events. The main decisions are whether to participate in the June 25th Field Day and the Posy Parade, plus how to coordinate activities with the Emergency Director. The agenda also includes updates from police, fire, Radio Club, CERT, and Red Cross.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee tables key items to May meeting

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee met on April 21, 2022, and approved the minutes as read. All substantive agenda items—carbon monoxide PSA, June 25 Field Day and Posy Parade, and Emergency Director coordination—were tabled until the May meeting. Staff updates covered fire mitigation, new fire engines, and police activities, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

Wed Apr 20, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Committee to receive construction update for Recreation and Aquatic Center

The Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee will discuss a construction progress update for the new center. The meeting also includes the acceptance of minutes from the March 21, 2022, meeting.

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Wed Apr 20, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to present 2022 Community Recognition Award to Helen Kiefer

The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to present the 2022 Community Recognition Award to Helen Kiefer, a longtime 4H Club volunteer. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the award presentation as the main substantive item.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review 29-home Glenview Terrace subdivision proposal

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to demolish a church and parsonage at 850 Glenview Drive and redevelop a 3.28-acre site into a 29-home residential subdivision. The commission will consider recommending approval of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and related approvals to the City Council. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and appointing volunteers.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends 29-home Glenview Terrace project to City Council

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of the Glenview Terrace Subdivision at 850 Glenview Drive and 2880/2890 West San Bruno Avenue, including a Mitigated Negative Declaration, General Plan and zoning amendments, a Vesting Tentative Tract Map, Planned Development and Architectural Review permits, and a Development Agreement with an Affordable Housing Plan. The project proposes 29 single-family homes. All votes were unanimous with no recusals or abstentions.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve March 15, 2022, minutes Commissioner Morgan / Biasotti VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Lethin / Johnson VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve resolution 2022-02, recommending to City Council adoption of the MND and MMRP in accordance with CEQA. Commissioner Morgan / Biasotti VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve resolution 2022-03, recommending to City Council to approve a General Plan Amendment and Zoning Change for the project. Commissioner Harman / Morgan VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve resolution 2022-04, recommending the City Council to approve the Vesting Tentative Map for the project. Commissioner Johnson / Morgan VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve resolution 2022-05 which recommends the City Council approve a Planned Development Permit and Architectural Review Permit. Commissioner Lethin / Harman VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Motion to approve resolution 2022-06, which recommends the City Council approve the Development Agreement and Affordable Housing Plan. Commissioner Lethin / Morgan VOTE: 5-0-0-0
5 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Morgan yea
Tue Apr 19, 2022

Planning Commission

Commission to consider 29-home subdivision at Glenview Drive and San Bruno Avenue West

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to City Council regarding the redevelopment of a 3.28-acre site into a residential subdivision. The project involves demolishing an existing church and parsonage to build 29 single-family homes, including four deed-restricted affordable units.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

San Bruno Senior Advisory Board elects chair, reviews trust funds

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board is meeting to elect officers and receive updates on Senior Center funding and projects. The board unanimously elected Bunny Epperson as chair and Priscilla Martinez as vice chair. Staff reported on the Senior Advisory Board Trust Fund balance of $175,771 and the Bequest Fund, which will fund parking lot and trash enclosure projects.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board discusses fees, defers decision to fall

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board accepted the March 15, 2022 minutes and received reports on class attendance and nutrition site data. A discussion on congregate nutrition suggested donations and under-60 fees was held, but no changes were made; the item will be brought back at a future meeting, possibly in October or November. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Apr 14, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

San Bruno crime prevention committee to review Neighborhood Watch groups and outreach

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee is meeting via Zoom to handle routine business: approving minutes, hearing public comment, and receiving updates from the police department. The main substantive items are follow-ups on open tasks, updates on Neighborhood Watch groups (including new groups in Crestmoor and Shelter Creek), and planning for outreach and the 2022 calendar, including National Night Out.

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Thu Apr 14, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno architectural panel to review two residential additions

The Architectural Review Committee will hold a public hearing on two residential addition permit requests, one on Valleywood Drive and one on Santa Inez Avenue. The committee will also receive a monthly staff report on approved signs and other projects. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting, conducted electronically due to COVID-19, with the primary purpose of entering a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. Public comments are accepted via email only, and the meeting is not recorded or livestreamed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no public action

The San Bruno City Council met in special session on April 12, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive item was a closed session on labor negotiations, from which no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m., and no public decisions were made.

Tue Apr 12, 2022

City Council

Council to vote on disposable food ware ordinance and fee schedule

The San Bruno City Council will consider introducing an ordinance regulating disposable food service ware, receive a report on 15 MPH school zone speed limit signs, and appoint members to a subcommittee for public opinion poll research on potential November 2022 ballot measures. The council will also hold a public hearing to adjust the Master Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2022, and act on several consent items including contracts, payroll, and an emergency chiller replacement.

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✓ Decided: Council approves consent calendar, fee schedule update

The San Bruno City Council approved the consent calendar, excluding the March 29 meeting minutes, and including a first-reading ordinance on disposable food service ware. They also adopted a resolution adjusting the Master Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2022, with a 4-1 vote, directing staff to provide benchmarking information before new fees take effect. An ad hoc subcommittee for public opinion poll research on potential ballot measures was created, with Councilmember Marty Medina and Vice Mayor Linda Mason volunteering to serve.

Fri Apr 8, 2022

Disaster Council

San Bruno Disaster Council to discuss volunteer and warning systems

The San Bruno Disaster Council will hold a special meeting to review emergency preparedness programs. The council is scheduled to receive presentations regarding the Disaster Service Worker Volunteer Program and the CERT program, as well as a report on the Community Warning System SMC Alert.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

The April 6, 2022, San Bruno Community Foundation meeting is cancelled

The regularly scheduled meeting of the San Bruno Community Foundation for April 6, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.

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Wed Apr 6, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

San Bruno traffic committee April meeting cancelled

The Traffic Safety & Parking Committee's regularly scheduled meeting for April 6, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for May 4, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., to be held virtually via Zoom. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

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Mon Apr 4, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to consider $370,000 in strategic grants

The Board of Directors will discuss and vote on several strategic grants for education, community events, and a memorial project. The body will also review reports on the San Bruno Recreation and Aquatic Center and the Tanforan Memorial Project.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $370,000 in strategic grants for community programs

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board unanimously approved three strategic grants totaling $370,000: $30,000 for the 2022 Community Day, $290,000 for music education initiatives, and an additional $50,000 for the Tanforan Memorial. The board also approved the consent calendar, including a resolution to continue teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 and a contract for audit services. No public comment was received.

Tue Mar 29, 2022

City Council

San Bruno Council discusses process to become a charter city

The City Council held a study session to discuss the steps required to transition from a general law city to a charter city. The discussion included potential features of a new charter, such as implementing a real property transfer tax on commercial properties and establishing term limits.

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✓ Decided: Council split on charter city; moves forward on mayor repeal, term limits

The San Bruno City Council held a study session and gave direction on four items. A divided council directed staff to work on becoming a charter city, with some members opposed. The council also directed staff to prepare ballot measures for the November 2022 election to repeal the elected mayor office and to re-establish term limits for councilmembers. Additionally, the council expressed interest in drafting an ordinance for local campaign finance limits of $500/$1,000, though no formal votes were taken.

Tue Mar 22, 2022

City Council

Council to consider letter urging faster renewable energy development

The San Bruno City Council is reviewing a public comment letter from Jeremy Sarnecky, a City Council candidate, urging Peninsula Clean Energy to accelerate grid-scale renewable energy projects and incorporate offshore wind. The letter also criticizes US-101 toll lanes as climate mitigation and calls for expanded BART connections. No formal action is proposed; the item is for discussion or acknowledgment.

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Tue Mar 22, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting, conducted electronically due to COVID-19, with the primary purpose of entering a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The meeting will not be recorded or livestreamed, and public comments are limited to items not on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting; no public action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on March 22, 2022, but took no substantive public decisions. The only agenda item was a closed session on labor negotiations with several employee organizations, and no reportable action resulted. The meeting adjourned at 4:42 p.m.

Tue Mar 22, 2022

City Council

Council to hear presentation on ranked choice voting reform

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to receive a presentation from Fair Vote and The Center for Election Science on ranked choice voting and voting method reform. This is a study session with no formal decisions expected. Public comments are accepted via email only.

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✓ Decided: Council hears ranked-choice voting and voting-method reform presentations

The City Council held a study session to receive presentations from FairVote and The Center for Election Science on ranked-choice voting and voting-method reform. No action was taken; the item was for discussion only. The meeting adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

Tue Mar 22, 2022

City Council

Council to adopt district-based election map, ending at-large voting

The San Bruno City Council will hold its sixth public hearing and vote on an ordinance to adopt a four-district election map (Map #104) and amend the municipal code, transitioning from at-large to by-district council elections starting November 2022. The council will also consider two construction contracts for bicycle and storm drain projects, and approve routine consent items including accounts payable and COVID-19 updates.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts district map for elections in 3-2 vote

The City Council held a public hearing and voted 3-2 to adopt a district map and amend the municipal code for general municipal elections, with Councilmember Hamilton and Vice Mayor Mason opposed. The council also approved several consent calendar items and two construction contracts for the Huntington/San Antonio Bicycle Corridor and Spyglass Drive Storm Drain projects, all unanimously.

Mon Mar 21, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center Advisory Committee to review project budget and construction updates

The Recreation and Aquatic Center Advisory Committee will meet to accept minutes from January 31, 2022, and receive updates on the project budget and construction progress for the Recreation and Aquatic Center. The agenda includes only these items, with no public hearings or decisions on new policies.

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Thu Mar 17, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

Commission to discuss new film selection process for Movies in the Park

The Culture and Arts Commission is considering how to categorize films for public voting to ensure variety in the Movies in the Park program. Staff recommends developing categories such as animation or MPAA rating to avoid a repeat of previous years where only animated films were selected.

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Thu Mar 17, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee meeting scheduled for March 17, 2022

This meeting agenda contains procedural items and updates rather than specific new legislative actions. The committee will review previous minutes and receive monthly updates from various community organizations.

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✓ Decided: Committee tables coordination discussion until April 21 meeting

The Emergency Preparedness Committee approved the February minutes and tabled a discussion on coordinating activities with the City Manager until the April 21 meeting. Members also discussed adding carbon monoxide poisoning dangers to Fire Department PSAs, with Chief Delay noting the department carries CO detectors. Staff updates covered a successful blood drive, an upcoming CERT refresher course, and a recent train wreck under NTSB investigation.

Wed Mar 16, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to vote on 2022 Community Recognition Award nominee

The Parks and Recreation Commission will vote on accepting the subcommittee's nomination of Helen Kiefer for the 2022 Community Recognition Award. They will also receive an oral update on Florida Park and a report on upcoming spring events, including a pancake breakfast and egg hunt, and CommUNITY Day.

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Wed Mar 16, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council holds special meeting for labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is convening a special meeting to conduct a closed session conference with labor negotiators. The discussion involves representatives from several employee organizations, including police and fire bargaining units.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting; no public actions taken

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on March 16, 2022, but took no substantive public decisions. The only item was a closed-session conference with labor negotiators, with no reportable actions. The meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m.

Tue Mar 15, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on three residential additions in San Bruno

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three residential addition projects, all continued from the February 15, 2022 meeting. The commission will decide on architectural review and use permits for additions at 1261 Claremont Drive, 642 Pepper Drive, and 119 Acacia Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine items.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves three residential additions in San Bruno

The San Bruno Planning Commission approved three residential addition projects at its March 15, 2022 meeting. The commission approved a use permit and architectural review for a 1,460 sq ft addition at 642 Pepper Drive (6-0, Commissioner Morgan recused), and a use permit for a 249 sq ft addition at 119 Acacia Avenue (7-0). For 1261 Claremont Drive, the commission allowed the applicant to resubmit revised plans for Architectural Review Committee consideration before further review. All projects were found categorically exempt from CEQA.

🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to approve February 15, 2022 minutes Commissioner Lethin / Morgan VOTE: 7-0-0-0
7 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Morgan yea · Durazo yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Lethin / Johnson VOTE: 7-0-0-0
7 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Morgan yea · Durazo yea
Motion to allow the applicant to resubmit revised plans for Architectural Review Committee consideration prior to Planning Commission review Commissioner Madden / Biasotti VOTE: 7-0-0-0
7 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Morgan yea · Durazo yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Durazo / Lethin VOTE: 6-0-0-0
6 yea · 1 recused
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Morgan recused
Motion to approve project subject to findings and conditions. Commissioner Johnson / Durazo VOTE: 6-0-0
6 yea · 1 recused
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Durazo yea · Morgan recused
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Johnson / Lethin VOTE: 7-0-0-0
7 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Morgan yea · Durazo yea
Motion to approve subject to findings and conditions of approval. Commissioner Lethin / Durazo VOTE: 7-0-0-0
7 yea
Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Morgan yea · Durazo yea
Tue Mar 15, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide three home additions in San Bruno

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three residential addition projects, all continued from the February 15 meeting. Each requires an Architectural Review Permit and/or Use Permit due to size or lot coverage limits. The commission will also approve minutes and discuss volunteer needs for an upcoming ARC meeting.

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Tue Mar 15, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to hear parking lot and trash enclosure update

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to review the February 2022 meeting minutes, receive monthly class attendance and nutrition site reports, and hear a presentation from the City Attorney on the Brown Act and Robert's Rules of Order. The board will also receive an update from Principal Civil Engineer David Wong on the parking lot and trash enclosure projects, which are funded by the Bequest Fund. Public comments are accepted via email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Senior Board hears parking lot and trash enclosure construction plans

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board accepted the February 15, 2022 minutes and received a report on monthly class attendance and nutrition site data. The board heard presentations from the City Attorney on Brown Act and Robert's Rules, and from city staff on upcoming parking lot and trash enclosure construction at the Senior Center. No formal votes or decisions were taken on these items.

Thu Mar 10, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Crime Prevention Committee to discuss Neighborhood Watch and community outreach

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee is meeting to review Neighborhood Watch group activity and engagement. The body will also discuss city website updates, the 2022 calendar, and the role of City Council liaisons.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves leaving Neighborhood Watch signs in inactive areas

The Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee approved keeping Neighborhood Watch signs in areas without active groups, deciding there is no harm in leaving them up. They also approved two crime tips for next month's CityNet and social media posts, and declined to pay $60 for Dog Walker Watch tips, opting to create their own flyer instead.

Thu Mar 10, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

Committee to review 168 sq ft addition at 111 Estates Drive

The Architectural Review Committee will consider an Architectural Review Permit for a 168 square foot addition to a single-family home at 111 Estates Drive, which would increase the total floor area to over 3,000 square feet. Staff recommends approval, finding the project consistent with neighborhood design. The meeting also includes a monthly staff report on approved signs and other projects.

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Wed Mar 9, 2022

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

San Bruno bike/ped committee to discuss Bike to Work Day, safety plans

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss routine business and receive updates from staff on active projects. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, nominations for Bike Champion of the Year, and upcoming Bike to Work Day events. Staff will provide status updates on Safe Routes to School, the Local Roadway Safety Plan, and the Huntington Avenue Cycle Track.

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✓ Decided: BPAC approves November 2021 minutes; no new business

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the November 10, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on the Crestmoor Canyon debris clearing, Safe Routes to School program, and Huntington Avenue Cycle Track, with two members volunteering for the Safe Routes stakeholder group.

Tue Mar 8, 2022

City Council

Council to adopt district-based election map for City Council seats

The San Bruno City Council will hold the fifth public hearing on transitioning from at-large to by-district elections for City Council members, and is expected to introduce an ordinance adopting a four-district map (Map #104). The mayor will continue to be elected at-large. The council will also consider several routine consent items, including a major sewer and water main replacement project contract, and a study session on sustainability projects.

✓ Decided: Council introduces district-based election ordinance, 4-0-1

The City Council held a public hearing and voted to introduce an ordinance adopting a district map and amending election procedures, with a 4-0-1 vote (Mason abstaining). The consent calendar was approved unanimously, including a $8.99M sewer and water main replacement contract. A study session on sustainability was held with no action taken. Council directed staff to fly the Ukrainian flag for 30 days.

Tue Mar 8, 2022

City Council

Special meeting: closed session on labor negotiations and city attorney appointment

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on March 8, 2022, at 5:00 PM via Zoom (audio only, not livestreamed or recorded). The agenda includes public comments for items not on the agenda, followed by a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations and to consider the appointment of the City Attorney. The meeting is conducted electronically under AB361 due to COVID-19, with no in-person attendance.

✓ Decided: Special meeting held; no reportable actions from closed session

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on March 8, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. All councilmembers were present, and no public comments were made. The council convened in closed session for labor negotiations and public employment discussions, but no reportable actions resulted from either item. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m., with the closed-session item on the City Attorney continued to after the regular meeting later that evening.

Wed Mar 2, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation Board discusses insurance, compensation, and programs

The Board of Directors will review several routine items including insurance renewals and executive compensation. The meeting also includes reports on the Tanforan Memorial Project, community grants, and education initiatives.

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Wed Mar 2, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

San Bruno committee to pick traffic calming options for Cherry Ave and Commodore Dr

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will discuss and select traffic calming tools for Cherry Avenue (Jenevein to Park) and Commodore Drive (Cherry to 700 feet east) to put on resident postcard votes. They will also review concept plans for Cunningham Way traffic calming. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council holds special meeting regarding public employment

This special meeting of the San Bruno City Council consists of procedural items and a closed session. The council will conduct a roll call and allow public comments on items not listed on the agenda.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022

City Council

Council to consider downtown parking meters, police equipment policy, and drug program report

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting to receive reports and take action on several items: a downtown parking meter and enhanced enforcement project, an ordinance on police military equipment use, a report on the Reducing the Impact of Drugs on Families (RIDOF) pilot program, and a report on police radio encryption. The meeting is conducted electronically due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces military equipment ordinance and approves use policy

The City Council held a study session and took action on police-related items. It waived the first reading and introduced an ordinance regarding police acquisition and use of military equipment, and approved the Military Equipment Use Policy with a 4-0-1 vote (Mason abstaining). Other items were discussion only, with no motions taken.

Wed Feb 23, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council holds special meeting for closed session evaluation

The San Bruno City Council is convening a special meeting to conduct a closed session performance evaluation of the City Attorney. The meeting will be held electronically via Zoom and does not include any items for public discussion or action on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting; no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council met in special session on February 23, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive item was a closed session on the City Attorney's performance evaluation, with no reportable action taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.; no decisions were made.

Tue Feb 22, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to evaluate Executive Director performance

The Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The primary purpose of the meeting is a public employee performance evaluation for the Executive Director.

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✓ Decided: Board holds special meeting, no reportable action taken

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board of Directors met via Zoom on February 22, 2022. The board held a closed session to evaluate the Executive Director's performance, but reported no action. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 6:28 p.m.

Tue Feb 22, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council to consider district elections and public noticing rules

The San Bruno City Council is holding a public hearing on district-based council elections, with multiple residents submitting comments both supporting and opposing the change. The council will also consider an ordinance on temporary construction uses and a resolution on public noticing requirements for development projects.

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Tue Feb 22, 2022

City Council

Council to pick preferred district map for November 2022 election

The City Council will hold its fourth public hearing on transitioning from at-large to district-based council elections, receiving comments on proposed maps and identifying a preferred map. They will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment for temporary uses, approve routine consent items, and receive a mid-year financial update. Councilmembers will discuss requests to archive meetings and to consider a ballot measure on banning safe-and-sane fireworks.

✓ Decided: Council recommends district map No. 104 for ordinance introduction

The City Council held a public hearing on council district maps and a majority recommended Map No. 104 to be brought back for ordinance introduction at the next hearing. They also waived the first reading and introduced an ordinance amending zoning rules for temporary uses regarding off-site construction staging. The consent calendar was approved except for the February 8 special meeting minutes, which were pulled for clarification. A proposal to study a fireworks ban repeal did not receive majority support.

Tue Feb 22, 2022

City Council

Council holds special meeting with closed labor negotiations session

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on February 22, 2022 at 5:00 PM via Zoom, with no in-person attendance. The agenda includes public comments for items not on the agenda, followed by a closed session for labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The meeting will not be recorded or livestreamed.

✓ Decided: Council holds closed labor session, no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on February 22, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. All councilmembers were present. The only substantive item was a closed session with labor negotiators covering several employee bargaining units; there was no reportable action from that session. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m., with the regular meeting scheduled for later that evening at 7:00 p.m.

Thu Feb 17, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council to hold special retreat meeting

The San Bruno City Council is convening a special meeting and retreat on February 17, 2022. The session includes a study session focused on strategic initiatives and organizational priorities.

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Thu Feb 17, 2022

City Council

Council to hear public comment on senior center meatless lunches

This is a special City Council meeting agenda that includes a public comment email from a resident urging the council to reinstate meatless Friday lunches at the senior center to combat climate change. The agenda itself contains no other items, so the meeting appears to be focused on receiving this public input.

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Thu Feb 17, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

San Bruno Culture & Arts Commission reviews gallery scoring and Tanforan updates

The Commission is reviewing the scoring process for Community Gallery art submissions. The meeting also includes a presentation from the SFO Museum and an update regarding the Tanforan Memorial.

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✓ Decided: Commission reviews community gallery scoring process, no decisions made

The Culture and Arts Commission met and accepted the January minutes. The main agenda item was a review of the Community Gallery scoring process, with discussion about using Google forms and expanding artist outreach, but no formal action was taken. A presentation from the SFO Museum was postponed due to technical issues. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions.

Thu Feb 17, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

Committee to review revised bylaws and PSA recommendations

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business, including approving January minutes, and will discuss unfinished items such as Public Service Announcement recommendations and a revised set of committee bylaws. Staff will provide police and fire updates, and members will report on Radio Club, CERT, and Red Cross activities. The meeting is conducted via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves minutes, tables coordination discussion to March 17

The Emergency Preparedness Committee approved the meeting minutes as read. Discussion on coordinating preparedness activities with the City Manager was tabled until the March 17 meeting. Staff updates covered fire and police operations, including a standards of coverage study and catalytic converter theft prevention tips.

Wed Feb 16, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council holds special retreat on strategic initiatives

The San Bruno City Council is convening a special meeting and retreat to conduct a study session regarding strategic initiatives and organizational priorities. This meeting is being held electronically via Zoom and will not be recorded or livestreamed.

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✓ Decided: Council hears strategic initiatives study session, no action taken

The City Council held a study session on strategic initiatives and organizational priorities, receiving presentations from the Community Services Director, Fire Chief, and Finance Director. The item was for discussion only, and no motion was taken. Remaining department directors are scheduled to present at the special meeting on February 17, 2022.

Wed Feb 16, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Commission to elect 2022 officers and set award review subcommittee

The San Bruno Parks and Recreation Commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022 and establish a subcommittee meeting to review Community Recognition Award nominations. The commission will also accept minutes from November 17, 2021, and hear a staff recap of fall and winter programming. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Wed Feb 16, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

San Bruno RAC Advisory Committee meeting cancelled for Feb 16, 2022

The Recreation & Aquatic Center (RAC) Advisory Committee's regularly scheduled meeting for Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 16, 2022 at 5:30 p.m., conducted virtually via Zoom. This notice is dated February 10, 2022 and issued by City Clerk Melissa Thurman.

Wed Feb 16, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

Investment Committee discusses cash flow for Recreation and Aquatics Center

The Investment Committee met to review investment portfolio performance and discuss funding strategies. The discussion focused on future cash flow needs for the Recreation and Aquatics Center project.

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Wed Feb 16, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council holds retreat to review strategic initiatives and operations

The City Council and senior leadership held a special two-day retreat on February 16 and 17, 2022. The meeting focused on providing updates on adopted strategic initiatives from late 2021 and discussing priority setting for the 2022-23 fiscal year.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to elect chair, hear fund balances

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022, and to receive reports on the Senior Advisory Board Trust Fund and Senior Center Bequest Fund balances. The board will also receive and file monthly class attendance and nutrition site reports, and get a verbal update on the parking lot and trash enclosure project. Public comments are accepted via email due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board elects new chair and vice chair

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board unanimously elected Bunny Epperson as chair and Priscilla Martinez as vice chair. The board also accepted the January 18, 2022 minutes and received reports on class attendance, nutrition site data, and fund balances. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

Tue Feb 15, 2022

Planning Commission

San Bruno Planning Commission to review residential additions

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding two residential addition projects on Claremont Drive and Pepper Drive. The meeting also includes a report on the preparation of the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.

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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Biasotti / Lethin VOTE: 5-0-0 AYES: Harman, Biasotti, Johnson, Lethin, Madden NOES: 0 RECUSED: Morgan ABSTAIN: 0 Motion for continuance to the March 15…
4 yea · 1 nay · 1 recused
Biasotti yea · Johnson yea · Lethin yea · Madden yea · Harman nay · Morgan recused
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 10, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

Crime Prevention Committee to discuss Neighborhood Watch and outreach

The Citizens’ Crime Prevention Committee is meeting to review Neighborhood Watch updates and community outreach strategies. The body will also discuss the role of City Council liaisons and update its activity calendar.

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Thu Feb 10, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno committee reviews 249 sq ft home addition exceeding lot coverage limit

The Architectural Review Committee is considering a Use Permit for a 249-square-foot residential addition at 119 Acacia Avenue that would exceed the maximum allowed lot coverage. Staff recommends forwarding the permit to the Planning Commission for approval, finding the project compatible with the neighborhood. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022

City Council

Council to weigh allowing up to 4 cannabis stores or lounges in San Bruno

The City Council will hold a study session to discuss possible changes to its cannabis ordinances, including whether to allow commercial cannabis businesses such as storefront sales, consumption lounges, and delivery services. Staff proposes allowing up to four storefront sales or consumption lounges in designated downtown zones, plus one delivery service in an industrial area, all requiring conditional use permits and 600-foot buffers from schools, daycares, youth centers, and parks. The Council will provide direction to staff on which types and locations to pursue.

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✓ Decided: Council directs staff to expand cannabis sites to Tanforan Mall

The City Council held a study session on possible changes to cannabis ordinances and provided direction to staff, though no formal motion was taken. They directed staff to expand approved sites to include Tanforan Mall, allowing mall owners to decide on cannabis sales, and to initially allow two businesses with potential future increases. Public comments were heard, with speakers both for and against the item.

Tue Feb 8, 2022

City Council

Council to discuss cannabis ordinance and public noticing changes

The San Bruno City Council is holding a study session on cannabis regulations, with public comments urging the council to maintain the current ban on non-medical cannabis sales. The regular meeting also includes a discussion on proposed amendments to public noticing procedures for development projects, specifically regarding notification radius for TCP projects.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022

City Council

Council to approve $60.5M Recreation and Aquatic Center budget increase

The San Bruno City Council will consider a series of routine consent items and a major budget increase for the Recreation and Aquatic Center Project, raising its total budget to $60,540,228. The council will also discuss proposed amendments to public noticing procedures for development projects and receive updates on COVID-19 response and other routine matters.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council to hold closed session for labor negotiations

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct business via electronic means. The agenda includes a closed session for conferences with various labor negotiators.

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✓ Decided: Council holds closed session on labor negotiations, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in special session on February 8, 2022, and immediately entered closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding multiple employee bargaining units. No reportable action was taken during the closed session, and the meeting adjourned at 5:28 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

Wed Feb 2, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to consider continuing remote board meetings

The Board of Directors is meeting to approve the January 5, 2022, minutes and review a consent calendar. The board will consider a resolution to continue holding meetings via teleconference due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.

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✓ Decided: Foundation board approves emergency teleconference resolution and December financials

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board of Directors met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the January 5, 2022 meeting. They also unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included a resolution to continue the local state of emergency allowing teleconferenced meetings under AB 361, and the Treasurer's Report for December 2021. No public comment or board member comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

Wed Feb 2, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to evaluate Executive Director performance

The Board of Directors is holding a special meeting. The primary purpose of the meeting is to conduct a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation.

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✓ Decided: Board holds special meeting, no reportable action

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board of Directors met via Zoom on February 2, 2022. The only substantive item was a closed session to evaluate the Executive Director's performance, with no reportable action taken. The meeting was adjourned after about 46 minutes.

Wed Feb 2, 2022

City Council

✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no action taken

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on February 2, 2022, with all members present. The meeting included a closed session on labor negotiations with several employee organizations, but no reportable action was taken. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.

Wed Feb 2, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Traffic calming requests for four San Bruno streets to be reviewed

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will review staff findings on traffic calming requests for Commodore Drive, Cherry Avenue, Taylor Avenue, and Florida Avenue. Staff recommends that Commodore Drive and one section of Cherry Avenue qualify for traffic calming, while other sections and streets do not. The committee will decide whether to approve these findings and proceed with the traffic calming process.

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Mon Jan 31, 2022

City Council

San Bruno City Council to hold closed session for labor negotiations

The January 31, 2022, special meeting includes a closed session for the City Manager to confer with various employee organizations. No other agenda items are listed for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no reportable action

The San Bruno City Council held a special meeting on January 31, 2022, with all members present. No public comments were made, and the closed session on labor negotiations resulted in no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 6:34 p.m., with the next regular meeting scheduled for February 2, 2022.

Mon Jan 31, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center construction update

The committee will review a construction update and look-ahead schedule for the Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The discussion includes project information, completed work, schedule updates, and a report on change orders.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center project 6.5% complete; $560K budget adjustment planned

The committee received a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center, noting 6.5% completion as of end of January. Staff announced plans to request a $560,000 budget adjustment from City Council on February 8 for water, sewer, and sidewalk work. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

Tue Jan 25, 2022

City Council

Council hears resident complaint about SB 9 housing subdivision refusal

The City Council is meeting on January 25, 2022. The agenda includes a public comment from a resident about a housing matter, specifically a request to subdivide property under California State Bill 9 & 10. The resident alleges the senior planner refused to cooperate, and the council is expected to address or acknowledge this issue.

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Tue Jan 25, 2022

City Council

Council to hold third hearing on district-based election maps

The San Bruno City Council is holding its third public hearing to receive community input on the boundaries and composition of districts for district-based elections, and to provide direction to staff and the demographer on draft maps. The council will also discuss the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update in a study session and consider routine consent items, including a contract for professional services.

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✓ Decided: Council keeps all district maps for further review

The City Council held a public hearing on district-based election maps and unanimously chose not to eliminate any submitted maps, deferring all eliminations to the fourth public hearing on February 22, 2022. The council also approved the consent calendar, excluding the December 14, 2021 meeting minutes, which were pulled for future consideration. A study session on the 2023-2031 Housing Element was discussion only, with no motion taken.

Tue Jan 25, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting with closed session on property and labor negotiations

The San Bruno City Council is holding a special meeting on January 25, 2022, at 5:00 PM via Zoom. The agenda includes public comments and a closed session to discuss real property negotiations for APN 020-142-140 with Karl Hansen, and labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The meeting is conducted electronically due to AB361 and COVID-19 guidelines, with no in-person attendance.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds special meeting, no reportable actions

The San Bruno City Council met in a special session on January 25, 2022, but took no reportable actions. The agenda included closed-session discussions on real property negotiations and labor negotiations, but no decisions were announced. The meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

Thu Jan 20, 2022

Culture & Arts Commission

Commission to recommend $50,000 for Tanforan Memorial

The Culture and Arts Commission will consider recommending $50,000 from the City Art Fund for the Tanforan Assembly Center Memorial at the San Bruno BART station, and up to $2,600 for a Juneteenth event. They will also approve the 2022 meeting schedule and elect officers. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends $50K for Tanforan memorial at BART

The Culture and Arts Commission voted 4-1 to recommend the City Council fund a $50,000 appropriation from the City Art Fund for the Tanforan Assembly Center Memorial at the San Bruno BART Station. It also approved a $2,600 sponsorship for a Juneteenth event, adopted the 2022 meeting schedule, and elected new officers. The memorial honors 8,000 Japanese Americans detained at Tanforan during WWII.

Thu Jan 20, 2022

Emergency Preparedness Committee

San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee to review bylaws and PSA recommendations

The San Bruno Emergency Preparedness Committee is meeting electronically to discuss unfinished business, including Public Service Announcement recommendations and a revised set of committee bylaws. The agenda also includes updates from police, fire, and community groups like CERT and the Radio Club, plus upcoming events like a blood drive and disaster preparedness day.

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✓ Decided: Committee forms sub-committee to study bylaw changes

The Emergency Preparedness Committee approved a motion to form a sub-committee to study changes to the committee bylaws per Municipal Code 2.48130. Malcolm Robinson and George Peponis were appointed to the sub-committee. The meeting also included updates on COVID testing, CERT refresher courses, and public safety issues.

Wed Jan 19, 2022

Parks & Recreation Commission

Parks & Recreation Commission meeting cancelled

The January 19, 2022 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2022 at 6:30 p.m., held virtually via Zoom.

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Wed Jan 19, 2022

Recreation and Aquatic Advisory Committee

Recreation and Aquatic Center construction update and schedule review

The Recreation and Aquatic Center Advisory Committee is meeting to receive a construction update and look-ahead schedule for the Recreation and Aquatic Center project. The agenda includes a change orders report and a review of what's happening in the next 30 days. The meeting is being held via Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions.

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✓ Decided: Recreation center project 5% complete, on track for fall 2023

The committee received a construction update on the Recreation and Aquatic Center, noting 5% completion as of end of December 2021, with a fall 2023 completion target. The committee accepted the December 15, 2021 minutes (6-0-1). No formal votes were taken on new business; the update was informational only.

Tue Jan 18, 2022

Senior Advisory Board

Senior Advisory Board to elect members, review donations and reports

The San Bruno Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet via Zoom to conduct its annual election for five open board seats, receive an update on recent bequest fund donations, and review monthly class attendance and nutrition site reports. The board will also hear a verbal update on the parking lot and trash enclosure project. The meeting is largely routine, with the election being the main actionable item.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Board accepts minutes, discusses attendance and elections

The Senior Citizens Advisory Board accepted the November 16, 2021 minutes and received reports on class attendance, nutrition site data, and front desk sign-ins. No formal votes were taken; the meeting focused on updates and discussions, including the upcoming board election and a request for a cost analysis of meal and party pricing.

Tue Jan 18, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to decide on new home at 326 Hazel Avenue and construction staging rules

The San Bruno Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a Use Permit for a new two-story home at 326 Hazel Avenue, which exceeds floor area limits, and on a proposed ordinance amendment to remove Planning Commission review for off-site construction staging permits. The Hazel Avenue project is recommended for approval, and the ordinance amendment was continued from the November 16, 2021 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves infill home use permit and recommends TUP ordinance change

The San Bruno Planning Commission approved a Use Permit for a new single-family home at 326 Hazel Avenue with a two-car tandem garage that exceeds floor area limits. It also voted to recommend that the City Council approve an amendment to the Temporary Use Permit ordinance to eliminate commission review for off-site construction staging on private property, replacing it with new standards. Both decisions passed unanimously (6-0).

🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
to approve November 16, 2021 minutes with correction. Commissioner Morgan / Biasotti VOTE: 6-0-0
6 yea
Morgan yea · Madden yea · Lethin yea · Harman yea · Biasotti yea · Johnson yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Johnson/Madden VOTE: 6-0-0
6 yea
Morgan yea · Madden yea · Lethin yea · Johnson yea · Harman yea · Biasotti yea
Motion to approve Use Permit UP21-007 based on Findings and Conditions of Approval. Commissioner Lethin/Morgan VOTE: 6-0-0
6 yea
Morgan yea · Madden yea · Lethin yea · Johnson yea · Harman yea · Biasotti yea
Motion to close public hearing: Commissioner Harman / Lethin VOTE: 6-0-0
6 yea
Morgan yea · Madden yea · Lethin yea · Johnson yea · Harman yea · Biasotti yea
Motion to adopt resolution to recommend to the City Council approval of the amendment to the TUP ordinance. Commissioner Harman / Morgan VOTE: 6-0-0
6 yea
Morgan yea · Madden yea · Lethin yea · Johnson yea · Harman yea · Biasotti yea
Thu Jan 13, 2022

Crime Prevention Committee

San Bruno Crime Prevention Committee discusses Neighborhood Watch and outreach

The Citizens Crime Prevention Committee is meeting to review Neighborhood Watch updates and committee outreach strategies. The body will also discuss the necessity of a City Council liaison for committees and review the 2020-2021 calendar.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves crime tips, sponsors new Neighborhood Watch group

The San Bruno Citizens' Crime Prevention Committee approved the December meeting minutes and two crime prevention tips for CityNet and social media. They also sponsored a new Neighborhood Watch group for the Crestmoor neighborhood, with 26 residents interested. The SBPD reported a 60% reduction in crime near the mall due to a partnership with BART Police targeting fare evaders.

Thu Jan 13, 2022

Architectural Review Committee

San Bruno committee to review 5 residential projects, including El Camino Real triplex conversion

The San Bruno Architectural Review Committee will hold a regular meeting on January 13, 2022, to review and decide on several residential development applications. The agenda includes a major façade alteration to convert a duplex into a triplex at 820 El Camino Real, a large addition at 642 Pepper Drive, and other modifications. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

San Bruno Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting agenda

The committee will review updates regarding Crestmoor Canyon debris clearing and the Huntington Avenue cycle track. The meeting also includes discussions on forming a Safe Routes to School stakeholder group.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022

Revenue Measure Oversight Committee

Committee to review Measure G sales tax audit and project updates

The Citizens Revenue Measure Oversight Committee will receive the audited financial statements for the Measure G District Sales Tax Fund for fiscal year 2020-21 and updates on projects funded in FY 2021-22. The committee will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings. This is a routine oversight meeting with no votes scheduled on new allocations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves prior meeting minutes, receives Measure G audit report

The committee received the audited financial statements for the Measure G District Sales Tax Fund for FY2020-21 and updates on appropriated projects, but took no action on this item. It unanimously approved the minutes from the June 18, 2021 and September 8, 2021 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Jan 12, 2022

Revenue Measure Oversight Committee

Committee to review Measure G sales tax audit and project updates

The Citizens Revenue Measure Oversight Committee will meet via Zoom to receive the audited financial statements for the Measure G District Sales Tax Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021, and updates on projects funded in FY 2021-22. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from June 18 and September 8, 2021, and public comments. The meeting is held under AB361, allowing electronic participation due to COVID-19.

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Wed Jan 12, 2022

Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC to discuss Crestmoor Canyon debris clearing and Safe Routes to School group

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss updates on Crestmoor Canyon debris clearing and the formation of a Safe Routes to School stakeholder group. Staff will also report on the Huntington Avenue cycle track and a recent SVBC bike ride. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment opportunities.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022

City Council

Council to act on Brown Act cure letter, Crestmoor site policy

The San Bruno City Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent items and business items. Key actions include approving a letter to cure alleged Brown Act violations regarding a December 14, 2021 agenda item, adopting a resolution confirming General Plan policy OSR-8 requires dedication of about 12 acres of playing fields at the former Crestmoor High School site, and accepting the annual financial report. The council will also consider contract amendments and budget appropriations.

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Tue Jan 11, 2022

City Council

Council to decide on Crestmoor site open space dedication and Brown Act cure letter

The San Bruno City Council will consider approving a letter to cure alleged Brown Act violations related to the December 14, 2021 meeting agenda item on General Plan Policy OSR-8, and adopt a resolution confirming that OSR-8 requires dedication of approximately 12 acres of playing fields at the former Crestmoor High School site at 300 Piedmont Avenue. The council will also accept the annual comprehensive financial report, approve several contracts and budget appropriations, and receive reports on the Planning Commission and new city website.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts resolution on Crestmoor site playing fields (4-0-1)

The City Council approved a letter to cure alleged Brown Act violations and adopted a resolution confirming that General Plan Policy OSR-8 requires dedication of approximately 12 acres of playing fields at the former Crestmoor High School site. Both items passed 4-0 with Councilmember Tom Hamilton abstaining due to a potential conflict of interest. The council also accepted the annual financial report, approved funding for library hours and recreation staffing, and confirmed subcommittee appointments.

Tue Jan 11, 2022

City Council

City Council holds special meeting for closed session on evaluations and labor negotiations

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council held electronically due to COVID-19. The agenda consists solely of a closed session to evaluate the City Attorney and City Manager and to confer with labor negotiators regarding multiple employee bargaining units. No public business will be discussed or decided in open session.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds procedural meeting, no decisions

The San Bruno City Council met on January 11, 2022, with all members present (Vice Mayor Mason arrived at 5:04 p.m.). The meeting included a closed session for public employee performance evaluations and labor negotiations, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:11 p.m., and the minutes are scheduled for approval at the January 25, 2022 meeting.

Wed Jan 5, 2022

San Bruno Community Foundation

San Bruno Community Foundation to appoint committee members and discuss board norms

The Board of Directors will meet to appoint members to several ad hoc committees and designate bank account signatories. The meeting includes a study session to discuss the roles, responsibilities, and operating norms of the Board.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno Community Foundation approves consent calendar and board norms

The San Bruno Community Foundation Board approved the consent calendar, including resolutions on teleconferencing, bank and investment signatories, and committee appointments, plus the November 2021 Treasurer's Report. The board also discussed and agreed to maintain the current officer election process and to have new members participate in DEI training with annual discussions.

Wed Jan 5, 2022

City Council

City Council to hold closed session on labor negotiations with multiple employee groups

This is a special meeting of the San Bruno City Council, held electronically due to COVID-19. The only substantive item is a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee organizations, including police, firefighters, and management units. The meeting will not be recorded or livestreamed.

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✓ Decided: San Bruno City Council holds procedural meeting, no substantive decisions

The San Bruno City Council met on January 5, 2022, but took no substantive actions. The meeting included roll call, no public comments, and a closed session on labor negotiations with no reportable action. The meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

Wed Jan 5, 2022

Traffic Safety & Parking Committee

Committee to weigh lowering traffic calming speed threshold near schools and parks

The Traffic Safety and Parking Committee will discuss lowering the speed threshold for traffic calming on residential streets near schools and parks, and adding a volume threshold. They will also select two members for a Safe Routes to School Plan Technical Advisory Committee, review the 2022 meeting calendar, and elect officers.

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