Agenda packet — Colma City Council, September 24, 2025 (part 3 of 3)

Town of Colma
Non-Profit Funding Request Form
(Exempt Organizations Only)
FY 2025-26
Name of Organization:

Contact Person:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code
Phone Number: Email Address: _______________________

1. Mission Statement:

2. Amount of Request: $________________
a. Total Agency Annual Budget: $_______________
b. Number of Agency Employees: _______________
c. Payroll is ________% of the A Annual Budget.

3. Please identify a public purpose for the requested funding by identifying one of the following categories:

A. Provide shelter, food, or clothing to persons in need of the Necessities of Life; B. Provide physical or mental health services to persons with special needs, or Integrated Care Services;
C. Educate and engage residents;
D. Promote Economic Development or support businesses located or doing business in the Town; or Provide, support, or enhance a Complementary Service, e.g., a service that the Town could provide to its residents or businesses.

Please do NOT write ''see attached" as a response to any of the questions. You must submit all answers on this form. You may submit additional attachments, but they will not replace any of the responses.

County of San Mateo Jobs for Youth
Jordy Pascual
500 County Center, 4th Floor, Redwood City, CA 94063
650-363-4386 [email protected]
Jobs for Youth (JFY) is a County of San Mateo program that takes a holistic approach to supporting local youth. By encouraging young people to pursue careers and higher education aligned with their passions-and providing individualized coaching and mentoring-JFY helps guide them toward meaningful futures. The JFY program empowers all youth ages 14 to 21 in San Mateo County to pursue their career and higher education goals through four key services: job training workshops, a free job board page, access to the JFY Summer Internship Program, and an annual scholarship opportunity. □
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3a. Describe how the funding will support the selected category:

4. Describe reason for request and how funds will be used:

The JFY Al Teglia Scholarship program provides 20 youth with $2,000 each. Scholars are selected based on financial and personal need and demonstrate a clear desire to pursue their higher education dreams. The program is open to JFY Members ages 16-21 who reside in San Mateo County. Applicants must be at least a junior in high school and have a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. The Al Teglia Scholarship program can help youth on their journey toward earning an Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, vocational training certificate, and more. Our goal is to help underserved youth achieve their higher education goals and empower them to take charge of their economic future. When we help a youth reach their full potential, there is an incredible positive ripple effect in our community and society.

In addition, Jobs for Youth promotes economic development by connecting youth to employment opportunities in Colma. Jobs for Youth members have access to an exclusive JFY job board page where new jobs are posted daily to help youth find work in their local communities. Youth have gained access to employment opportunities at a range of Colma businesses, such as SPAR Group, Bath & Body Works, Old Navy, and Carter's.

The purpose and major goal of this project is to raise $4,000 to directly fund two $2,000 higher education scholarships for marginalized youth. Improving access to higher education is a project of considerable importance and increasing urgency. The budget for this 2025 JFY Scholarship program is $4,000. With the support of the Town of Colma, a grant award of $4,000 will fully fund two higher education scholarships ($2,000 each) for youth in need. 100% of this grant award goes directly to the youth.

Higher education accessibility issues for low-income youth have been well documented, with cost frequently cited as a primary barrier. Students from low-income backgrounds face significant challenges and disparities in educational opportunities. These students rely more heavily on financial assistance to reach their full potential in higher education. With the current economic climate, financial challenges will make it difficult for an increasing number of young people to pursue higher education. That is why all our scholarships are targeted to youth who are currently overcoming these barriers. 75% of the selected 2025 JFY scholars, including two Town of Colma-sponsored scholars, are first-generation students. JFY will continue to focus on youth who need the most support in achieving their higher education dreams.

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5. If the amount of the request is higher than the previous year, provide a detailed explanation of the need for the increase:

6. Describe the benefit to the Town derived from funding your organization:

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As outlined in the Town of Colma's 2025-2027 Strategic Plan, community engagement-particularly with residents and youth-is a key priority. Jobs for Youth (JFY) is proud to support the Town in advancing this objective through targeted outreach and programming that equips young people with the tools they need for future success.

JFY offers a series of workshops that focus on teaching youth how to align their values, passions, talents, and goals to pursue a career meaningful and fulfilling to them. Participation in a JFY workshop not only builds confidence and career readiness, but also makes Colma youth eligible for the JFY Scholarship and a suite of additional resources, including:
• One-on-one mentoring with trained professionals
• Access to a youth-centered job board with current employment opportunities • A monthly youth development-focused newsletter
• Eligibility for the JFY Summer Internship Program across various departments within the County of San Mateo
• Lifetime membership in the Jobs for Youth Alumni Association, fostering long-term support and connection
JFY has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the Colma community by actively participating in Town events such as the Colma Community Fair and, most recently, the Town's National Night Out celebration . These engagements deepen our connection with local youth and families while reinforcing our shared mission with the Town.

Through continued partnership, JFY is dedicated to supporting the Town of Colma in building a stronger, more engaged, and better-prepared youth population.

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7. Describe the following:

A. Number of Colma residents or businesses (or both) served by the organization in the years prior to the grant application;
B. The location(s) where Colma residents or businesses may receive the recipient

C. The nature and extent of the efforts of the recipient organization to reach out to Colma residents and businesses.

8. Provide a detailed account of how the FY 2024-25 contribution was used:

organization's services or programs; and
A. During the 2024-25 fiscal year, 373 students from the Jefferson Union High School District and South San Francisco Unified School District participated in Jobs for Youth (JFY) workshops and became J FY members. Of these students, 17 4 reside in the Town of Colma's ZIP codes: 94014 and 94080.

B. Most youth attend JFY workshops on their school campuses during the regular school day. JFY facilitated workshops at all high schools in the Jefferson Union and South San Francisco Unified School Districts. Additionally, some youth participated in virtual public workshops or sessions hosted at local libraries and community-based organizations across San Mateo County, ensuring accessibility for all interested youth.

C. JFY maintains strong partnerships with schools and community organizations, working closely with teachers, counselors, and administrators to coordinate workshop scheduling and promote our Scholarship Program to Colma students, families, and school staff. JFY also engages with youth beyond the classroom by sending a monthly newsletter to all members, which includes scholarship announcements, upcoming workshop schedules, job and volunteer opportunities, career development resources, and community news and events. To further connect with Colma youth and families, JFY actively participates in the Colma Community Fair and the Colma Police Department's National Night Out events.

The generous $5,000 contribution from the Town of Colma funded two and a half scholarships for local youth pursuing higher education. These funds were awarded directly to each student.

Three outstanding scholars-Alston Ho, Mariela Haro, and Chloe Chou-received scholarships to support their academic journeys.

Alston Ho, a graduating senior from Summit Shasta High School, was awarded $2,000. He will attend the University of Southern California (USC) this fall to study Business Administration and hopes to become an entrepreneur. Alston is passionate about helping others and is a first-generation college student.

Mariela Haro, a graduate of El Camino High School, also received $2,000. She recently completed her studies at City College of San Francisco and will be transferring to a University of California (UC) campus this fall. Mariela is pursuing a career in Urban Planning, combining her interests in STEM and the social sciences. She is also a first-generation college student.

Chloe Chou, a graduating senior from Westmoor High School, was awarded $1,000. She will attend Stanford University this fall to study Computer Science and aspires to become a software engineer. Chloe is also a talented poet, valuing creativity alongside technical expertise.

All three scholars have two years to fully claim their scholarship awards, which are provided directly to them. Jobs for Youth is grateful for the Town of Colma's continued investment in the future of its youth.

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9. List contributions requested and received from other cities in FY 2024-25 and requested or expected in FY 2025-26:

10. Did the organization participate in or intervene in any political campaign (including the publication or distribution of statements) on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidate for public office within the past 36 months (please select one)?

Yes __________ No ______________

If yes, please provide details.

In the 2024-2025 fiscal year, Jobs for Youth received the following contributions from San Mateo County cities:
• $5,000 - Town of Colma
• $940 - City of Burlingame
For the current fiscal year (2025-2026), Jobs for Youth is respectfully requesting the following contributions:
• $4,000 - Town of Colma
• $4,000 - City of Burlingame
• $4,000 - City of San Mateo
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11. Charitable Trust # or EIN #

Please attach a copy of the following:

Roster of current governing board
Current Year Annual Operating Budget

Optional Attachments

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□ Proof of organization's tax exempt status

COUNTY OF SAN MATEO JOBS FOR YOUTH
2025 26 GRANT APPLICATION ATTACHMENTS
2025 Board of Supervisors
Jobs for Youth has a number of stakeholders who provide direct and indirect oversight of our program . These stakeholders include the County of San Mateo Board of Superv isors, the HR Director of the County of San Mateo Human Resources Department, and a core group of dedicated volunteers who make up our Jobs for Youth Workgroup. 2025 Board of Supervisors

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT LEADERSHIP TEAM
Jobs for Youth is part of the Organizational Development division of the County of San Mateo Human Resources Department. The Manager of the Organizational Development division is Gabe Aponte . Jobs for Youth also rece ives oversight from Acting Deputy Conrad Fernandes and Director Rocio Kiryczun .

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2025 26 GRANT APPLICATION ATTACHMENTS
JFY Workgroup

JOBS FOR YOUTH WORKGROUP
Jobs for Youth has a special core group of dedicated
volunteers who make up our Jobs for Youth Workgroup .

Cherie Colin Erika Dugay Hal Kataoka
Molly Lai Les.lie Lowe Rubie Macaraeg
Dana Reynolds Faataui Sylvia Yeh- Kataoka

JOBS FOR YOUTH WORKGROUP MEMBERS
Name
Cherie Colin
Erika Dugay
Hal Kataoka
Molly Lai
Leslie Lowe
Rubie Macaraeg
Dana R Faataui
Sylvia Yeh Kataoka
Affiliation Title
Skyline College Dir. of Community Relations
Youth Leadership Institute Program Manager
Career Valor Founder 6 Director
Genentech Inc. Research Associate
County of San Mateo EDD Retired
San Mateo County Office of Education Community Partnerships Coord.

Roblox Sr. LSD Business Partner
Career Valor Assistant Director

COUNTY OF SAN MATEO JOBS FOR YOUTH
2025 26 GRANT APPLICATION ATTACHMENTS

CURRENT YEAR ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET
Jobs for Youth has two financial accounts. an Operating Budget account and a Scholarship Trust Fund account. The monies in these two accounts remain completely separate, with 100% of the Scholarship Trust Fund account being used exclusively for Scholarships.

Please see the 2025-26 JFY Operating Budget below:

JFY OPERATING BUDGET
Co1.1nty of San Mateo - H1.1man Resourc11s Dept.

JobsforY01.1th Program
FY 202S-26 Budget
Sa.laries 216,123 .00
Benefits 103,872.00
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Salaries & Benefits 319,995.00
Outside Printing & Copy Svc 550.0 0
General Office Supplies 100.00
Advertis ing & Publicity Expense (Marketjng Initiative s) 100.00 Software License/Maint. Expense (JFY App & Database) 12,000.00 JFY Database implementation/Support -
Office Furniture & Equipment -
Employee Mileage Reimburse ment 1,500.00
Meetings & Conference Expense 50.00
County -Held Events (catering) 500.00
Dept Employee Training Expense -
Fingerp.rint ing & Crimino logy 92.00
Special Dept Exps 3,108.00
Program Activities Expense 20,000.00
STARS green award for JFY related services and supplies 4,099.00 Services & Su_p,plles 42,099.00
Automation Services-ISO .

Other Charges .

Total E>Cpenditures 362,094.00
c~o JOBS FOR YOUTH Jobs for Youth Al Teglia Scholarship Town of Colma Grant Report
2024-25 Final Report
2024-25 Town of Colma Community Grant Report Requirements (i) Describes the results of the program or project funded by the grant;
In the 2024-25 fiscal year, the Jobs for Youth program traveled all throughout the county to provide career development workshops to youth. At the end of the fiscal year, we have hosted 95 workshops and served over 1,765 youth. All youth who registered and attended one of the JFY job preparedness workshops became eligible to apply for the JFY Al Teglia Scholarship.

The JFY Al Teglia Scholarship Program is dedicated to helping youth in San Mateo County pursue their educational and career goals. The program aims to increase postsecondary attainment among low-income students, recognizing that higher levels of education and training lead to greater opportunities and long-term success. This year, our goal was to fully fund 20 scholars with $2,000 scholarships-and thanks to the generous support of the Town of Colma, we achieved that milestone. The Town of Colma's $5,000 grant directly supported three of these deserving scholars, enabling them to take meaningful steps toward their higher education dreams.
(ii) Evaluates the results of the program or project funded by the grant; and
We measure the success of our Scholarship program using a mix of quantitative and qualitative data. Our Scholars are required to submit proof of enrollment to receive the first half of their scholarship funds and proof of course completion to receive the second half. This allows us to monitor the achievement of short and intermediate outcome goals-specifically, Scholar enrollment in postsecondary courses and Scholar completion of those courses. Additionally, we collect longitudinal qualitative data from our Scholars in the form of mandatory progress updates. The content of these updates allows us to better understand the impact of our scholarship on student motivation, as well as longer-term impacts on Scholar progress toward graduation and career goals. Other metrics of success for the scholarship center on quantitative operational goals for fund raising, scholarship marketing, and internal process improvements.

Our shared success is measured in the lives we enrich through higher education and economic growth for a brighter future. To date, 365 scholarships have been awarded, providing a total of $508,000 to deserving youth.
(iii) Provides an accounting of the use of the grant funds.

The JFY Al Teglia Scholarship Program is made possible through a combination of grants and annual fund raising efforts led by JFY staff and a dedicated volunteer workgroup . All scholarship funds are held in a separate trust account, entirely independent from the JFY operating budget, ensuring transparency and accountability. The Town of Colma's generous $5,000 grant funded two and a half higher education scholarships, directly supporting three marginalized youth in their pursuit of college and career goals. Please see the attached financial documentation for the 2024-2025 scholarship budget, detailing how each fund was allocated.

Applicant Organization:

Project/Program Name:

Funding Period:

Grant Amount:

Category
Amount
Budgeted for
Entire Project
Budgeted
Specifically for
Town of Colma Description/Explanation
Project Staff $0 $0
Rent/Utilities $0 $0
Supplies/Materials $0 $0
Technology/Equipment $0 $0
Publicity/Outreach $0 $0
Travel $0 $0
Events $0 $0
Other: $40,000 $5,000 Two in a half higher education scholarships TOTAL 40,000.00$ $5,000
Source of Income
Amount
Budgeted
The Town of Colma 5,000.00$
The City of Burlingame 940.00$
Woodlawn Foundation 10,000.00$
Sares Regis Foundation 4,000.00$
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. 8,000.00$
Lex Livengood 6,000.00$
In Honor of Congresswoman Eshoo 2,000.00$
Roblox 1,000.00$
Annual Breakfast Fundraiser 3,837.95$
Individual and business donations 4,222.05$
TOTAL 40,000.00$
Name:

Title:

Date:

In the form below, please provide Expenditure and Revenue Source information for the proposed program.

Explanatory Notes (use the Description/Explanation column above to provide any explanations for a particular Expenditure Category or Revenue Source. Use this space, if needed, to provide any explanation related to the overall financial health of the program seeking funding) Town of Colma

PROGRAM BUDGET
County of San Mateo Jobs for Youth
Revenues
Please list the anticipated Revenue Sources for the program, including the requested the Town of Colma Grant . Other possible Revenue Sources include other grants, donations from individuals, business support, events, fees for service, etc.

Expenditures
Provide budget information for all Expenditure Categories. You may add additional lines as needed. Please provide by category both the amount budgeted for the entire program as well as the amount budgeted for the Town of Colma.

Jobs for Youth Al Teglia Scholarship
2024-25
$5,000
The Jobs for Youth Operating Budget is fully sustained
by the County of San Mateo; this budget fully covers all administrative costs for the Scholarship program. The
Scholarship funds are kept in a separate trust fund
account and 100% of all donations received go directly
to Scholarships.

Jordy Pascual
Program Manager
Prepared By:
6/12/2025
Our annual budget for the Scholarship totals $40,000. All grant money received directly fund Scholarships for the year in which they were received.

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c~o JOBS FOR YOUTH Jobs for Youth Al Teglia Scholarship Town of Colma Grant Report
2024-25 Final Report
2025 JFV Al Teglia Scholars Overview ------------------~ $40,000
in Scholarship funds awarded
The 2025 Town of Colma Sponsored Scholars
The Jobs for Youth Scholarship Committee, composed of staff and volunteers, selected 20 inspiring youth to receive the 2025 JFY Al Teglia Scholarships. Shining bright with purpose, the 2025 Jobs for Youth Al Teglia Scholars are lighting the way toward their higher education dreams! They are beacons of inspiration-illuminating the path not only for themselves, but for others who follow. The Town of Colma's $5,000 grant sponsors three of these Scholars:

Alston Ho, Chloe Chou & Mariela Haro. We are pleased to share the bios and thank you notes from each Scholar.

Dear Town of Colma,
Alston is a graduating senior from Summit Shasta High School. He dreams of becoming an entrepreneur and will be going to USC to study Business Administration in the fall. He is passionate about helping others and will be the first in his family to attend college.

I hope this message finds you well. I want to first express my sincere gratitude for your support through the Jobs for Youth Scholarship and for selecting me as a recipient for the scholarship.

As a first-generation student, attending college is breaking the cycle of generational poverty in my family. To me, attending university is also a means of being the first to have economic and social mobility. However, I have also worried about whether my family could help with my dream of attending university and help pay for the continuing rise in college tuition every year. However, with the JFY scholarship, it will lighten the financial burden on my family. Without the financial stress, I will be able to focus on my academic studies, maintain an active social life, and pursue extracurricular activities that I'm passionate about in college. Finding ways to afford my college tuition has been a daunting process for my parents as they navigate the college tuition process. The support from you (Town of Colma) and the JFY Scholarship will continue to serve as a motivation for me to stay committed to my goals and passions.

Thank you once again for your generosity, support, and belief in my potential. This opportunity has empowered me to continue to work my hardest and strive to make the most impact in my community, and I hope to one day also be in a spot where I can help pay it forward to students like me one day.

Gratefully yours,
Alston H
c~o JOBS FOR YOUTH Jobs for Youth Al Teglia Scholarship Town of Colma Grant Report
2024-25 Final Report
Chloe is a graduating senior from Westmoor High School. She dreams of becoming a software engineer and will be going to Stanford University to study computer science in the fall. She is passionate about poetry and values creativity alongside technical expertise.

Dear Town of Colma,
I hope this message finds you well! My name is Chloe, and I'm incredibly honored to have been selected as a Jobs for Youth Scholar. I wanted to express my gratitude to you for sponsoring my scholarship and for investing in the futures of students like me.

This fall, I plan to study Computer Science at Stanford University, where I hope to continue bridging the gap between technology and civic engagement. There, I also hope to continue the work I've started in San Mateo County, such as serving as the California State Youth Poet Laureate and working as the editor-in-chief of Cloudy Magazine. As a student from an immigrant family, this scholarship will directly support my ability to pursue higher education without placing additional financial strain on my family - and I'm so grateful to have this opportunity.

Thank you again for your generosity and support. I can't wait for this next chapter of my life, and I'll carry this honor of being a JFY Scholar with me throughout my academic journey.

Warmly,
Chloe C
To the Town of Colma:

Mariela is an El Camino High School graduate, and just completed her term at the City College of San Francisco. She dreams of a career in Urban Planning and will be transferring to a UC in the fall. She is passionate about combining stem with social sciences and will be the first in her family to attend college.

I'm writing to express my deepest gratitude for your contributions, which have allowed me to be a recipient of the Jobs for Youth Al Teglia Award. Your contributions will undoubtedly help me through my educational journey and achieve my academic aspirations.

I'm a third-year student at City College of San Francisco studying data science, passionate about learning its applications in urban studies. I grew up in the small town of Colma during my early childhood, so knowing that my hometown sponsors my award makes the event and sentiment all the more meaningful. My connection to the town and its rich history was a factor in my interest in concentrating my degree in urban studies.

As a first-generation college student, born to immigrant parents from Mexico and El Salvador, navigating college has been a lonely journey. Being the first in my family to pursue higher education, I've met the financial barriers that college carries. As a community college student, that decision helped me alleviate the costs by staying close to home. However, as I prepare to transfer to a 4-year university, I face impending costs that will burden my family.

This award will significantly reduce my financial burdens as I transfer to the University of California. Not only will it lessen my financial need, but it will also help me concentrate more on my studies rather than work to sustain myself.

I'd like to once again give my deepest thanks for your contributions, which helped me be awarded this scholarship and honor. It will help me pursue my degree and enable me to be the first in my family to earn a college degree from the school of my choice, which has yet to be decided between UCLA and UCSD! Through my degree, I hope to discover work in the public sector that allows me to give back to my community.

Sincerely,
Mariela H
Thank you!

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Town of Colma
Non-Profit Funding Request Form
FY 2025-26
Name of Organization:

Contact Person:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code
Phone Number: Email Address: __________________

1. Mission Statement:

2. Amount of Request: $________________
a. Total Agency Annual Budget: $_______________
b. Number of Agency Employees: _______________
c. Payroll is ________% of the A Annual Budget.

3. Please identify a public purpose for the requested funding by identifying one of the following categories:

Sitike Counseling Center
Keri Kirby
306 Spruce Ave, South San Francisco CA 94080
6505899305 [email protected]
Our mission is to provide community-based counseling and education in a safe and healing environment that embraces the cultural and emotional needs of every client and to help people find hope, resiliency and life-affirming change.

Our vision is a community where diversity, compassion, healing and growth are encouraged, valued and celebrated. The devastating effects of substance abuse, mental illness and violence are diminished. Relationships, families and children thrive. □
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3a. Describe how the funding will support the selected category:

4. Describe reason for request and how funds will be used:

Sitike Counseling Center provides integrated, trauma-informed care at the critical intersection of mental health, substance use, and violence prevention. Using evidence-based interventions and cross-trained staff, we address the underlying behavioral health challenges that drive cycles of addiction, trauma, and community harm.

Our model blends clinical counseling, recovery support, and violence interruption strategies, with coordinated linkages to medical, housing, and social services. This whole-person approach reduces relapse, improves emotional regulation, and builds protective factors that lower the risk of future violence. By centering culturally responsive practices and measurable outcomes-such as increased treatment retention, reduced emergency service utilization, and improved safety and stability-we create sustainable pathways to recovery and healthier communities .

Our multi-disciplinary staff team provides a wide array of services (provided in English and Spanish) including:
• Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Program;
• Batterer Intervention Programs;
• Women's Intensive Perinatal Program;
• Driving Under the Influence Programs;
• Drug & Alcohol Testing and Assessment Program;
• Deferred Entry of Judgement Program.

San Mateo County continues to face significant public health challenges stemming from untreated mental illness, substance misuse, and trauma. Local data show that roughly 15.8% of adults experience a mental health condition each year, while more than half of adults report alcohol use and 16% report binge drinking.

Many of those most affected face financial, cultural, and systemic barriers that prevent them from accessing timely, effective care-leading to repeated crises, preventable hospitalizations, and cycles of instability that impact families and communities. Funding will be utilized to provide no-cost or low-cost, integrated mental health, substance abuse, and trauma-informed services to individuals who would otherwise go without treatment. Based in north county, Sitike Counseling Center proudly welcomes neighbors from across the county to benefit from our services-addressing root causes, fostering recovery, and building a healthier, more resilient San Mateo County.

Many of the clients served by Sitike Counseling Center live with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. These complex conditions have significant physical, emotional, functional, social, and economic consequences for affected individuals and their families , and they also impact society at large. Co-occurring disorders are associated with increased morbidity and mortality, including cardiovascular disease, injuries, motor vehicle crashes , sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis Band C), pregnancy complications, neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), and drug overdoses.

Over the past two decades , the behavioral health field has gained a deeper understanding of the outcomes , service needs, and effective treatment approaches for individuals with co-occurring disorders . These disorders are complex , bidirectional, and can fluctuate over time, requiring flexible , integrated care strategies . Recovery is often challenged by socioeconomic and health factors such as unemployment, homelessness, criminal justice involvement , and suicide . According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) :
-1 .29% of people with co-occurring disorders were unemployed, and 50% were not in the labor force . -Among people aged 12 and older with co-occurring disorders, 8% experience homelessness . -In U.S. state prisons , 48% of individuals have a history of mental illness, 26% have a history of substance use disorder, and 49% have a history of co-occurring disorders. -Of individuals who died by suicide in the United States, 46% had a known mental condition, and 28% misused substances .

Grant funds would ensure that all clients needing Sitike's services can access them, regardless of ability to pay.

This support would provide equitable care for the uninsured and underinsured , ensuring integrated, trauma-informed, and evidence-based treatment reaches those most in need.

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5. If the amount of the request is higher than the previous year, provide a detailed explanation of the need for the increase:

6. Describe the benefit to the Town derived from funding your organization:

After reviewing program costs and anticipated demand, Sitike Counseling Center has determined that an additional $1,500 in funding is needed to fully support our clients. Many of the individuals we serve are at risk of losing access to health care due to financial barriers, lack of insurance, or underinsurance, making it critical to scale up our services.

This increase would allow us to expand access to integrated mental health, substance abuse, and trauma-informed services for those most in need, ensuring that no one is turned away. The additional funds would be used to cover staff time, clinical materials, and client support services, directly enhancing our capacity to serve the growing number of individuals experiencing co-occurring disorders in San Mateo County. By securing this additional funding, we can strengthen program reach, improve client outcomes, and maximize the impact of the grant on the community.

Substance use, mental illness, and domestic violence have wide-reaching effects on communities, contributing to injuries, health complications, disrupted families, and reduced overall well-being. Many individuals experience co-occurring disorders, which require integrated, trauma-informed, and evidence-based treatment to support lasting recovery. By providing these services, Sitike Counseling Center helps reduce the overall burden on healthcare systems, improves access to care, and strengthens the resilience of the broader community.

For the Town of Colma specifically, Sitike's programs can directly benefit residents by serving all Medi-Cal recipients as well as others in need, reducing strain on emergency services, lowering rates of theft and other criminal incidents, and decreasing the prevalence of substance use and intimate partner violence. Confidential services for employees through EAP benefits or private-pay sliding scale options further ensure equitable access to care. By addressing root causes and supporting recovery, Sitike's services improve safety, well-being, and quality of life throughout the Town of Colma and the surrounding areas.

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7. Describe the following:

A. Number of Colma residents or businesses (or both) served by the organization in the years prior to the grant application;
services or programs; and
C. The nature and extent of the efforts of the recipient organization to reach out to Colma residents and businesses.

8. Provide a detailed account of how the FY 2024-25 contribution was used:

B. The location(s) where Colma residents or businesses may receive the recipient organization's Grant funds ($6,500.00) provided by the Town of Colma were primarily used to support staff salaries, including licensed and licensed eligible clinicians, counselors, case managers, and outreach personnel. This strategic use of funds was essential to maintaining consistent, high-quality service delivery and ensuring that our co-occurring mental health, substance use, and violence prevention services remained accessible and free of charge to all clients -regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

By investing in qualified, culturally competent staff, the Town of Colma helped Sitike:
• Maintain stable program capacity to meet community needs. • Eliminate waitlists for high-demand services.
• Ensure continuity of care and strong client-provider relationships. • Sustain outreach efforts to reach under-resourced and high-risk populations.

This staffing support directly aligned with our shared goal of advancing community wellness and reducing reliance on emergency and public safety systems. In total, Sitike provided ~30,000 hours of counseling and education to 1,254 unduplicated clients in FY24-25. Of those, eight clients listed themselves as Town of Colma residents, and around 10% in total report being under or unhoused.

During the grant period, Sitike Counseling Center ("Sitike") delivered vital co-occurring services to residents of San Mateo County and the Town of Colma, with a focus on mental health, substance use, and violence prevention . These services were provided through a trauma-informed, culturally responsive outpatient model designed to meet the needs of our most vulnerable community members .

With the support of the Town of Colma, 1,254 individuals received care during this period. Many were navigating significant behavioral health challenges, substance dependency, and exposure to community or interpersonal violence .

By prioritizing early intervention, community-based outreach, and coordinated care, Sitike helped reduce pressure on emergency services , supported public safety, and contributed to long-term health and stability across the region. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering a healthier, more resilient community for all Town of Colma residents .

The overarching goal of this program was to ensure that all individuals-regardless of their ability to pay-had access to high-quality, co-occurring behavioral health and violence prevention services, free of charge and without barriers to care.

Our key objectives included:
• Eliminate financial and systemic barriers by providing no-cost access to outpatient services for mental health, substance use, and violence prevention .
• Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care tailored to the diverse needs of San Mateo County and Town of Colma residents .
• Promote individual and community wellness by addressing the root causes of behavioral health issues and violence . • Reduce strain on public health and emergency response systems by decreasing avoidable emergency room visits, hospitalizations , and interactions with law enforcement. • Support long-term safety and stability by offering early intervention, ongoing support, and coordinated care that empowers individuals and families .

By expanding access and reducing the burden on public systems, the program contributed to a healthier, more resilient community and supported the Town of Colma's commitment to public well-being .

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9. List contributions requested and received from other cities in FY 2024-25 and requested or expected in FY 2025-26:

Yes __________ No ______________

If yes, please provide details.

Received in FY24-25
Measure K Fund - District 2 Fund ~$50,000.00
MHSA (Staff Training Grant) ~$8K
Sares Regis Foundation ~2.SK
Matthew Perry Foundation ~25K
Requested or Planned Requests for FY25-26
Measure K Fund - District 2 Fund - $75,000
MHSA~8K
Sares Regis Foundation ~SK
Matthew Perry Foundation ~25K
CQIIP Incentive Program ~30K
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11. Charitable Trust # or EIN #

Please attach a copy of the following:

Roster of current governing board
Current Year Annual Operating Budget

Completed IRS 990 form (filed for 2024 or 2023)

Optional Attachments

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94-3065810
□ Proof of organization's tax exempt status
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Sitike Board of Directors FV25-26
Name Contact Information
PO Box 608
Kristin Santa Cruz, CA 95061
Ditlevsen (650) 888-0067
[email protected]
115 Marietta Drive
Kevin San Francisco, CA 94127
Reamy (650) 248-3870
[email protected]
3960 Chatham Court
Elizabeth SSF, CA 94080
Fricke (650) -784-9003
E fricke@msn .com
102 Canada Street
Shalom Tzvi Hamilton, ON L8P 1P3
Shore (443) 467-5130
[email protected]
3158 Cardenas Terrace
Sevanne Fremont , CA
Calle (714) 673-4777
[email protected]
115 Marietta Drive
South San Francisco, CA 94127 Jason Neary (650) 270-5435 [email protected]
138 S B St. Apt. 2
Susan San Mateo, CA 94401
Joyner (864) 561-7039
[email protected]
Occupation
Senior Vice President,
Relationship Manager,
Beacon Business Bank
Retired, Formerly at
NerdWallet, Linkedln
Commercial Underwriter,
Beazley Insurance
Services
Chief of Staff - Product
Manager & UX Strategist,
Jewish Content Network
Founder - Navya
Hypnosis
Sr. Product Manager
Lucid Motors
Senior Manager, Resident
Services, The Kelsey
Psychotherapist and Yoga
Instructor
Board Position Committee
Assignment
President Executive
Vice President Executive
Treasurer Finance
Secretary Advancement
Member
Member
Member
Elected
10/29/2024
10/29/2024
10/29/2024
5/19/2022
2/25/25
8/27/24
7/30/2024
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11/29/25
7/28/2026
10/1/2024
5/19/2025
7/28/2028
8/27/2026
7/30/2027
5333 Park Highlands Blvd. #27
Anil Awasti Concord, Ca 94521
(415) 846-7129
[email protected]
5118 164th St. SW, Unit D4
Rod Walton Edmonds, WA 98199
Sir.roderic@googlema il.com
Chief Human Resources
Officer, Global Fund for
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Payroll Tax
Workers Comp
Total Personnel

BUILDING
Rent--306 Spruce
Rent-Parking & Meetings
Utilities
Website
Maintenance
OFFICE
Postage
Equipment Purchase
Printing & Photocopying
Telephone

PROGRAM
Supplies
Food
Medical Doctor
Drug Testing other
Drug test contracts

TRANSPORTATION
Mileage reimbursement
Client transportation

ADMINISTRATIVE
Accounting/audit
Contractors: Counseling
Contractors: Admin
Legal
Board Expense
Staff Recognition
State License
License & fees
Staff Training
PR Expense
Monitoring Fee--County
Insurance
Monitoring Fee--State
Total Operating
Total Expense
Contracts BH RS
Contracts Other
Client Fees
Fundraising
Misc Income
Reserve
Total Income

SURPLUS/DEFICIT
I
Agency DMCODS Total
990,044 206,737
166,224 26,972
78,938 16,483
7,425 1,550
1,242,631 251,742
74,585 31,325
4,080 816
800 400
300 150
6,600 3,300
1,300 533
1,000 410
5,500 2,255
12,000 4,920
10,000 3,800
3,000 1,500
9,000 9,000
5,000 2,750
9,333 0
0 0
1,000 400
0 0
35,000 14,000
3,900 3,198
3,300 1,320
1,000 500
1,000 400
5,000 2,000
4,000 2,000
12,000 4,440
3,000 1,410
0 0
0 0
16,000 6,400
0 0
227,698 97,227
1,470,329 348,969 i
300,000 300,000
27,200 0
1,105,140 0
60,000 0
7,000 0
1,499,340 300,000
29,011 -48,969 1
Perinatal Anger Domestic
Management Violcence
35,391 7,865 59,643
3,214 1,052 10,946
2,821 627 4,756
265 59 447
41,691 9,603 75,792
5,966 1,491 3,729
0 81 81
0 16 40
0 6 15
0 132 330
0 13 65
0 10 50
0 55 275
0 120 600
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0 0 0
9,875 4,458 7,749
14,061 i 83,541 i
0 0 0
0 0 0
50,140 15,000 90,000
0 0 0
0 0 0
50,140 15,000 90,000
La Casa DEJ DUI CPS Private Fund Admin
50,484 3,599 586,422 11,442 5,574 15,741 7,146
6,411 478 96,850 1,827 814 1,660 16,000
4,025 287 46,756 912 444 1,255 572
379 27 4,398 86 42 118 54
61,299 4,391 734,426 14,267 6,874 18,774 23,772
1,491 1,491 26,104 1,491 1,491 0 6
81 81 2,856 40 40 0 4
16 16 280 16 16 0 0
6 6 105 6 6 0 0
132 132 2,310 132 132 0 0
13 13 533 26 13 65 26
10 10 410 20 10 50 20
55 55 2,255 110 55 275 110
120 120 4,920 240 120 600 240
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0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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78 195 78 78 78 0 0
66 66 1,485 66 66 33 66
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10 180 200 5 5 150 10
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0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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2s,ooo i 26,564
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SITIKE

COUNSELING CENTER
Our mission is to provide community-based counseling and education in a safe and healing environment that embraces the cultural and emotional needs of every client and to help people find hope, resiliency and life-affirming change . •
Evidence Based Treatment Supportive Environment
Since 1988, our
counselors have provided
an array of evidence
based, research
supported interventions.

Our agency is a true place
of hope and healing
where you will be
respected and supported
like a member of your own
family.

Successful Outcomes
For over three decades,
we have proudly and
passionately helped
thousands of individuals
recover and heal.
306 Spruce Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080

WHATOUR

CLIENTS SAY
"I was very scared about being
judged and that did not happen. I
was scared about being treated
badly and that did not happen. I
expected to not be understood and
that did not happen. What
happened is that I got my life and
my family back.11 - George, Pacifica
111'm a recovering addict. A miracle of
Sitike. Recovery gave me myself
back ... gave me integrity, dignity and
courage ... taught me how to be a
mother, a woman, a friend ... and how
to live life clean and sober, one day at
atime.11 -Lisa, San Mateo County
Resident

OUR PROGRAMS
Discover Recovery
A co-ed outpatient substance use treatment
program designed to help participants achieve
lasting sobriety.

EmpowHER
A gender-responsive, intensive outpatient
substance use program designed to meet the
unique needs of women in recovery.

Break the Cycle
Teaches participants the skills they need to work
through their anger and end their violence. Our
program examines belief systems, gender roles,
socialization, the nature of violence, the dynamics of
power and control and the effects of abuse on
children and others. 16-weeks or 52-weeks in
duration.

Driving Under-the-Influence Program
A DUI program that complies with local court, state
system, and DMV mandates. Services include
individual and group counseling and education.

Sitike offers the full continuum of DUI services,
including First Offender and Multiple Offender
programs.

Deferred Entry of Judgment
Is designed for participants who enter a please of
guilty or nolo contenders ("no contest") to legally
specified drug-related charges. Those who
successful complete this program benefit from
having their plea withdrawn and case dismissed.

Drug & Alcohol Testing and Assessment
We offer alcohol and other drug assessments for
individuals seeking addiction treatment as well as
random drug screening to help participants meet
their recovery goals.

We accept Medi-cal and offer sliding scale fees.

Our programs serve all genders and are offered in
English and Spanish.

Town of Colma – Grant Report FY24-25
Results of the Program:

During the grant period, Sitike Counseling Center (“Sitike”) delivered vital co-occurring services to residents of San Mateo County and the Town of Colma, with a focus on mental health, substance use, and violence prevention. These services were provided through a trauma- informed, culturally responsive outpatient model designed to meet the needs of our most vulnerable community members.

With the support of the Town of Colma, 1,207 individuals received care during this period.

Many were navigating significant behavioral health challenges, substance dependency, and exposure to community or interpersonal violence.

By prioritizing early intervention, community-based outreach, and coordinated care, Sitike helped reduce pressure on emergency services, supported public safety, and contributed to long-term health and stability across the region. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering a healthier, more resilient community for all Colma residents.

Program Goals and Outcomes:

The overarching goal of this program was to ensure that all individuals—regardless of their ability to pay—had access to high-quality, co-occurring behavioral health and violence prevention services, free of charge and without barriers to care.

Our key objectives included:

Eliminate financial and systemic barriers by providing no-cost access to outpatient services for mental health, substance use, and violence prevention.

Deliver trauma-informed, culturally responsive care tailored to the diverse needs of San Mateo County and Town of Colma residents.

Promote individual and community wellness by addressing the root causes of behavioral health issues and violence.

Reduce strain on public health and emergency response systems by decreasing avoidable emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and interactions with law enforcement.

Support long-term safety and stability by offering early intervention, ongoing support, and coordinated care that empowers individuals and families.

By expanding access and reducing the burden on public systems, the program contributed to a healthier, more resilient community and supported the Town of Colma’s commitment to public well-being.

Use of Grant Funds:

Grant funds ($6,500.00) provided by the Town of Colma were primarily used to support staff salaries, including licensed and licensed eligible clinicians, counselors, case managers, and outreach personnel. This strategic use of funds was essential to maintaining consistent, high- quality service delivery and ensuring that our co-occurring mental health, substance use, and •
•
•
•
•
violence prevention services remained accessible and free of charge to all clients—regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.

By investing in qualified, culturally competent staff, the Town helped Sitike:

Maintain stable program capacity to meet community needs.

Eliminate waitlists for high-demand services.

Ensure continuity of care and strong client-provider relationships.

Sustain outreach efforts to reach under-resourced and high-risk populations.

This staffing support directly aligned with our shared goal of advancing community wellness and reducing reliance on emergency and public safety systems.

We deeply appreciate Town of Colma for recognizing the importance of addressing co-occurring challenges through a public health and violence prevention lens. Your support enabled life- changing outcomes for some of the county’s most vulnerable residents.

For more information, please contact:

Keri Kirby
Executive Director
Sitike Counseling Center
[email protected] | (650) 589-9305
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Town of Colma
Non-Profit Funding Request Form
FY 2025-26
Name of Organization:

Contact Person:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code
Phone Number: Email Address: __________________

1. Mission Statement:

2. Amount of Request: $________________
a. Total Agency Annual Budget: $_______________
b. Number of Agency Employees: _______________
c. Payroll is ________% of the A Annual Budget.

3. Please identify a public purpose for the requested funding by identifying one of the following categories:

South San Francisco Education Foundation
Lauren Kitchen
P.O. Box 5418, South San Francisco, CA 94080
(650) [email protected]
Our mission is to support and enhance public education in the South San Francisco Unified School District in a way that prioritizes students, equity and transparency. Our goal is for all students to receive the education and resources they need to achieve their highest potential.
[l]
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4%
10000
116750
1 - 25% time consultant
gency's total

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3a. Describe how the funding will support the selected category:

4. Describe reason for request and how funds will be used:

We work in partnership with parents, teachers, PTA's, advocacy groups and school administrators to determine what initiatives and areas of funding are most needed. Our funding request will support the following two categories:

Category A: Providing shelter, food, or clothing to persons in need of the necessities of life:
our programs provide funding to children who are newcomers(recent immigrants) or extremely low income so that they can thrive in the school system. This funding is provided directly to address student's specific needs and also through supporting a new school district sponsored resource room.

Category C: Educating and engaging residents through a variety of programs described in the next section that help students and families understand the school system and develop a sense of belonging in our community.

We request $10,000 for our program budget to fund the following :

Resource Fund - to provide newcomers with basic necessities such as shoes, coats, and household items directly to families in need. Students cannot learn when they sleep in the same clothes they wear to school day in and day out. We also purchased bedding, pillows, deodorant and more. SSFUSD School community liaisons work directly with the students and are able to use these funds to purchase items that will support each individual student's needs.

SSFUSD Family Resource Center - SSFUSD has opened a family resource center at South San Francisco High School. We will support the FRC by donating bulk basic necessities for students and warm winter coats for students of all grades . The resource center will help students come to school prepared to learn and help them feel a sense of belonging and community at school.

Public purpose category C: Educate and engage residents Initiatives to increase a sense of belonging and community for underrepresented students English language development (ELD) student soccer club - district co-ed soccer club team for English Language learners.

The funding provided uniforms , cleats, equipment and a coaching stipend and transportation to the games for fall and spring seasons. The purpose of this program was to provide opportunities for newcomer students to strengthen their community ties, improve attendance , and feel a sense of accomplishment at school.

Address Literacy needs
Inclusive reading materials/Spanish language library books for school libraries, we are also giving away early reader books at our community engagement events and at Parent Cafe support groups . Parents are able to take books home to grow their home library.

Grant support for YEEE! (Youth Empowerment , Early education and Employment) program through SMCOE, to train high school students and recent graduates in community engagement , personal empowerment and career success. Students are placed in 5 week internships in community health, culinary , early childhood ed, or construction fields.

Family Education:

Middle School Transitions Event: keynote speaker , parent panels, and counselor presentations educate parents and students about middle and high school curriculum, school culture and graduation requirements .

Kinder Readiness: Family info day to help families prepare their children for kindergarten and answer questions about the school system .

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5. If the amount of the request is higher than the previous year, provide a detailed explanation of the need for the increase:

6. Describe the benefit to the Town derived from funding your organization:

The amount requested is higher than the previous amount granted but less than requested last year. As we have become more established in the school system, we are able to reach more students and families with our programs thus increasing our costs.

Colma students attend SSFUSD. They and their loved ones will benefit from having their basic needs met, improved inclusiveness, sense of belongingness, literacy, engagement, and love for learning that our programs aim to foster. Quality of schools is a top priority for residents and potential future residents.

The SSF Education Foundation has the ability to reach all families in SSFUSD and many local residents without students in the district. We will publicize the Town's support for our programs in our communications, presentations and on our website. We also included the Town's support in our annual report which is distributed to thousands of people.

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7. Describe the following:

8. Provide a detailed account of how the FY 2024-25 contribution was used:

B. The location(s) where Colma residents or businesses may receive the recipient organization's Our organization supports students who attend schools in the South San Francisco Unified School District. SSFUSD includes 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools, 1 adult school and several preschool programs. 4 of those schools are Colma schools because their boundaries include parts of the Town of Colma: Buri Buri Elementary, Sunshine Gardens Elementary, Alta Loma Middle School and El Camino High School. Also, the new housing developments on McClellan and Mission Road fall within the boundaries of SSFUSD. In 2024-2025 school year there were 5 students from 5 households from Colma attending SSFUSD schools. Colma residents are also employed by the school district including one school principal.

B. The location(s) where Colma residents or businesses may receive the recipient organization's services or programs; and
Colma residents can receive services at SSFUSD schools.

C. The nature and extent of the efforts of the recipient organization to reach out to Colma residents and businesses.

Our organization connects with all families with students in the school district through emails, flyers, presentations and tabling at school and community events. We have participated in several community resource fairs held at school sites and local community centers.

Newcomer Resource Fund: $10532
Expenses included: individual purchases based on student needs like: pajamas, socks, uniform clothing, shoes, toiletries , blankets, pillows, etc. Many of these students are living in very difficult circumstances, have limited possessions and do not speak English. This school year 88 newcomer students were supported by this fund.

Resource Room: $3265
Expenses included: 410 Winter coats, 200 warm hats, clothing racks, 2 loveseats Assisted the school district in building up a new Family Resource Room available to all families in need in the district boundaries , including Colma. At the FRC students and families can access things like donated clothing, toiletries , food and more. They also learn about community resources and connect with service providers .

Middle School Transitions : $3994
Expenses included: food, keynote speaker, panelist stipends, janitorial expenses We held a conference for families of students going into middle school and into high school. This event consisted of a keynote speaker about student executive functioning and parenting, followed by presentations in English and Spanish fromschool counselors and a parent panel discussion. This event had over 300 attendees . 97% of attendees rated their experience at the event with 4 or 5 stars.

School Library Project: $5521
The books were selected by school librarians and volunteers to represent the school community in language, character types and relevant stories. Books were purchased by all 9 elementary schools and Parkway Middle School. Libraries received between $250 and $500 depending on school size and school demographics.

Total: $23312 = $6500 (Town of Colma)+ $16812 (donations and unrestricted grants) Note: The Town's grant to our general fund was allocated evenly across the four programs described here. The South San Francisco Education Foundation also funded other programs not listed here with restricted grant funding received from other organizations .

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9. List contributions requested and received from other cities in FY 2024-25 and requested or expected in FY 2025-26:

Yes __________ No ______________

If yes, please provide details.

As a new organization we are striving to show the community and local funders that we can meet our goals and make a positive impact for students. We hope that as we continue to have success in meeting our goals and program priorities other cities will provide opportunities for collaboration and financial support.

This year we will be holding a Read-a-thon fundraiser with a community book fair at the SSF Main Library the first weekend in October. In the spring we will hold an auction fundraiser and will solicit auction item donations from local businesses.

We are also working to establish partnerships with other local nonprofit organizations through the SSF CCCS (Community Collaborative for Children's Success). As the collaborative grows, we hope to write grants for funding from local governments and large private foundations.
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11. Charitable Trust # or EIN #

Please attach a copy of the following:

Roster of current governing board
Current Year Annual Operating Budget

Completed IRS 990 form (filed for 2024 or 2023)

Optional Attachments

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Charitable Trust #CT0282282 EIN # 88-1191386
□ Proof of organization's tax exempt status
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SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO

EDUCATION FOUNDATION
2025-2026 Board Roster
Juanita Flores, Board President
[email protected]
Kayla Powers, Secretary
[email protected]
Lauren Kitchen, Treasurer
lauren@ssfedfoundation .org
Alma Soto Ruiz, Board Director
alma@ssfedfoundation .org
Natalie Wheatfall-Lum, Board Director
[email protected]
John Baker, Board Director
[email protected]
Fatima Maldonado Ruiz, Board Director
[email protected]
SSF Education Foundation
.39·8 B, St, SSF, CA 94080
ssfedfou ndatiion.org1
[email protected] 1
EIN : 88-119,1386

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO

EDUCATION FOUNDATION
2025-2026
Projected
Description I Budget
Revenue
Individual Donations I $5,000.00
Fundraising Event: Fall Read-a-thon , Spring Auction I $30 ,000.00 Individual: Corporate Matching I $1 ,500 .00
Business Donations I $50 ,000.00
Foundation Grants I $30,000 .00
Other Income $250 .00
Total Revenue $116,750.00
Expenses
I
Fundraising Expenses I
Fundraising Event $2,200 .00
Total Fundraising Expense I $2,200 .00
Admin Expenses
Technology I
General Admin Expenses/PO Box I
Insurance I
Tax and Government Fees I
Professional Services (non employees) I
Memberships and Dues I
Staff Training I
Miscellaneous
Board Retreat/admin hospitality
Total Administrative Expenses I $2,265.00
Compensation
Contract Employees $5,000.00
Total Compensation Expenses I $5,000.00
Marketing I
Total Marketing Expenses $1,120.00
I
Total Non-Program Expenses I $10,585.00
I
Program Expenses I
Newcomer Resource Fund $10 ,000.00
Community Engagement I $7,000.00
ELD Soccer League I $14 ,000.00
Books for SSFUSD Schools/lndusive Library I $5,000.00
Family and Community Education-Middle School & Kinder Readiness Event $5,000.00 Genentech Parent Cafe Grant $10,000 .00
Grant Program Expenses (Baden High School/SMC Parks Foundation) $4,000.00 Family Resource Center Funding $5,000.00
Wellness Programs Funding $2,000.00
Other Initiatives- $2,000.00
YEEE! Grant - SMCOE Program $2,100.00
Total Program Expenses $66,100.00
Total Expenses $76,685.00
Total Revenue (from line 11) I $116 ,750.00

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO

EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Town of Colma
1198 El Camino Real
Colma, CA 94014
RE: SSF Education Foundation Grant Report
Dear Abigail Dometita,
398 6 St, SS F, CA 94080
ssfedfou ndation.org
contac @ssfef.org
EIN: 88·11913.86
June 21, 2025
The South San Francisco Education Foundation is pleased to provide this grant report for the Town of Colma. We thank the Town for their generosity in providing this opportunity to benefit children and families in our shared community.

Grant Report Requirements
(a) By June 27, 2025, or within 90 days after completion of the program or project, whichever is earlier, Grantee will present a final report to the Town that:
(i) Describes the results of the program or project funded by the grant The heart of our work at the South San Francisco Education Foundation is a commitment to equity and inclusion, providing opportunities where students connect, build community, and thrive. We also believe that families are the key to learning. We know that student success is a team effort, and that's why we prioritize building strong connections between families, schools, and the community. We promote understanding of school systems in ways that are accessible to all families in the district boundaries. We thank the Town of Colma for their generous grant of $6500. With these funds combined with $16812 in individual donations and unrestricted grants, we funded the following programs:

Newcomer Resource Fund: This fund was established to purchase needed personal and clothing items for students who are extremely low income, experiencing homelessness and new to the country. The purpose of this fund is to help students come to school ready to learn and so that they feel part of the school community. We worked with the school site liaisons to purchase items that the students specifically needed like pajamas, shoes, socks, school supplies, school spiritwear, dishes, blankets, and more. Many of these students are living in very difficult circumstances, have limited possessions and do not speak English. This school year 88 newcomer students were supported by this fund.

Family Resource Room: Assisted the school district in building up a new Family Resource Room available to all families in need in the district boundaries, including Colma. This resource center is currently located at South San Francisco High School but there are plans to move to a more central location in the coming years. At the Family Resource Center students and families can access things like donated clothing, toiletries, food and more. They also learn about community resources and connect with service providers.

With funds provided we were able to purchase winter coats for 410 students in need. Most were elementary age. Principals, teachers and school liaisons were able to request coats for individual students in their schools and classrooms who did not have a coat. Coats were purchased by school liaisons to the teacher's specific size and style request. Also, 200 warm hats were purchased to give away to high school students. We were also able to purchase clothing racks and 2 love seat couches to use in the space.

Here are some quotes from families who were helped by the Family Resource Room and Newcomer fund:

As a parent, it means so much to know there's a place like the Family Resource Center.

Getting clothes, food, and support for my kids has helped take a huge weight off my shoulders. It's more than just help-it makes us feel seen, cared for, and hopeful Como madre, significa mucho saber que existe un lugar como el Centro de Recurses Familiares . Recibir ropa, comida y apoyo para mis hijos me ha quitado un gran peso de encima. Es mas que ayuda; nos hace sentir vistos, valorados y con esperanza .

El Centro de Recurses Familiares ha sido un salvavidas para nuestra familia . No sabfamos por d6nde empezar, y ellos nos ayudaron en cada paso del camino." "The Family Resource Center has been a lifeline for our family. We didn't know where to start, and they helped us every step of the way.

Middle School Transitions Event: We held a conference for families of students going into middle school and into high school. This event consisted of a keynote speaker about student executive functioning and parenting, followed by presentations in English and Spanish from middle and high school counselors and panel discussions with parents, teachers and students answering questions about the middle school and high school experience. Overall this event helped prepare students and families as they move up to understand curriculum, expectations, school culture and resources available.

This event had over 300 attendees . 97% of attendees rated their experience at the event with 4 or 5 stars.

Comments from attendees :

I am an ECHS alumni and appreciate the advancements that have been made for getting kids into college with AVID and the pathways too. The opening keynote was great as it hit on many things that are worries for kids transitioning into middle / high school.

Thank you! This was a wonderful event that covered helpful topics for families with students transitioning to middle and high school. It was beneficial to em hear from counselors, teachers, parents, students, and expert keynote speakers to give a wide range of perspectives. I have a better understanding now of what we can expect going into high school, the many different opportunities available at the SSFUSD schools, and how I can best support my student.

I loved this day! The presentation at the beginning was so insightful. I wish I got the book. lol. The counselor section was amazing and enjoyed the questions and answer This seminar has been very extraordinarily helpful to all parents, and we are very grateful that you all have put this together to help all parents understand how we can transition our kids to middle school.

School Library Book Project: Continued previous year's program to purchase new library books for school libraries. The books were selected by school librarians and volunteers to represent the school community in language, character types and relevant stories. Books were purchased by all 9 elementary schools and Parkway Middle School. Libraries received between $250 and $500 depending on school size and school demographics .

Comments from students and librarians :
"Thank you for helping us get books for our Pinto students that show everyone matters and belongs. This will make a big difference in how they learn and feel about themselves . We appreciate it."
"Thank you to your foundation for your heartfelt generosity. Having a mixed representation of books for our students is valuable and helps them to expand their understanding of others. These books bring smiles to our students' faces!" This is the best book I've ever read in my life! - Kindergarten student The SSF Education Foundation is making a huge difference to our school community.

When students have a variety of books to choose from, they are able to connect better with what they are reading. I've had students surprised and excited to find out that their culture is in a book. Other students have enjoyed reading a book that has both Spanish and English text, so they can continue to build reading skills in both languages. Thank you so much for your generosity and for helping us make the school library a place where everyone belongs!
(ii) Evaluates the results of the program or project funded by the grant; and As outlined above, our program year was incredibly successful. We met and exceeded program goals and expanded the number of students and families we reached. In the future we hope to allocate more resources and funding to the Family Resource Center, expand the Middle School Transitions Event to include Transition into Kindergarten/TK and increase the number of books we are able to purchase for school libraries.
(iii) Provides an accounting of the use of the grant funds:

Newcomer Resource Fund: $10532
Expenses included: individual purchases based on student needs like: pajamas, socks, uniform clothing, shoes, toiletries, blankets, pillows, etc.

Resource Room: $3265
Expenses included: 410 Winter coats, 200 warm hats, clothing racks, 2 loveseats Middle School Transitions: $3994
Expenses included: food, keynote speaker, panelist stipends, janitorial expenses School Library Project: $5521
Expenses included: library books
Total: $23312 = $6500 (Town of Colma)+ $16812 (donations and unrestricted grants) Note: The Town's grant to our general fund was allocated evenly across the four programs described here. The South San Francisco Education Foundation also funded other programs not listed here with restricted grant funding received from other organizations. (b) If the program or project is not completed by June 27, 2025, Grantee shall present an interim report by then describing the status of the program or project and its expected completion date.

All programs are complete.

Thank you,
~9<i&lw,
Lauren Kitchen
SSF Education Foundation Board Member, Treasurer
lauren@ssfedfoundation .org

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Town of Colma
Non-Profit Funding Request Form
FY 2025-26
Name of Organization:

Contact Person:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code
Phone Number: Email Address: __________________

1. Mission Statement:

2. Amount of Request: $________________
a. Total Agency Annual Budget: $_______________
b. Number of Agency Employees: _______________
c. Payroll is ________% of the A Annual Budget.

3. Please identify a public purpose for the requested funding by identifying one of the following categories:

Sustainable San Mateo County
Jill Reed
3182 Campus Drive #153, San Mateo, CA 94403
6509181992 jill@sustainblesanmateo .org
Our mission is to stimulate action to make San Mateo County more sustainable on economic, environmental, and social equity issues through empowering information and advocacy . □
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3a. Describe how the funding will support the selected category:

4. Describe reason for request and how funds will be used:

Funding from the Town of Colma will directly support Sustainable San Mateo County's efforts to educate and engage residents through our four core programs: the Indicators Report, Sustainability Dashboard, Sustainability Ideas Bank and community engagement events. These programs provide trusted, locally relevant data, tools and opportunities that help Colma residents, staff and decision-makers take meaningful action on sustainability and climate goals.

SSMC's Indicators Report offers clear, data-driven insights on critical regional issues such as climate resilience, clean transportation, food systems and equity . These insights inform local planning and policy . For example, our 2024 report on EV readiness spotlighted infrastructure gaps and spurred collaboration across cities-knowledge Colma can draw on as it advances its own transportation goals.

Our Sustainability Dashboard and Ideas Bank give Colma access to over 90 metrics and numerous replicable program ideas, supporting staff and elected officials in tracking progress, identifying innovative solutions and staying connected to best practices across the county.

We also foster community engagement through public Roundtables, webinars and our annual Sustainability Awards Celebration.

These events invite participation from Colma residents and leaders, highlight success stories and inspire action-strengthening civic pride and building a culture of sustainability.

Colma further benefits from our bi-monthly newsletter and our new City Sustainability Newsletter, which deliver timely updates, resources and funding opportunities tailored to cities and towns . Additionally, our in-person outreach through community events, tabling and social media helps raise public awareness and support for local initiatives .

SSMC's work complements and amplifies Colma's own environmental efforts, helping Colma make informed decisions, engage its community and move forward with climate and sustainability priorities. Funding will offset staff time, research, outreach and event coordination , ensuring that Colma continues to benefit from high-quality, regionally tailored tools and a trusted nonprofit partner.

Funding from Colma would be used to support:
- Research, writing and production of the 2025 Indicators Report. - Maintenance and updates to our Sustainability Dashboard and Ideas Bank. - Outreach and accessibility efforts to ensure Colma residents and staff can fully engage with and benefit from our resources.
- Planning and execution of public events such as webinars, educational forums and the Sustainability Awards event.

This support would help us continue delivering high-impact, locally relevant programming that supports Colma's environmental goals while contributing to broader regional sustainability.

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5. If the amount of the request is higher than the previous year, provide a detailed explanation of the need for the increase:

6. Describe the benefit to the Town derived from funding your organization:

This year, we're requesting $3,000 to reflect the expanded and more tailored support Sustainable San Mateo County is providing to cities, including in-depth data analysis, outreach tools, and actionable sustainability recommendations. In past years, we requested $3,000, and Colma generously contributed $1,000. Last year, cities contributed an average of $3,216 each. While we understand each city's capacity is different, Colma's revenue per capita is higher than any other city, and equitable contributions help ensure that all communities benefit from our regional sustainability programs.

Funding Sustainable San Mateo County supports a wide range of benefits for the Town of Colma by ensuring access to trusted, countywide sustainability tools, events and resources specifically designed to assist small communities in meeting environmental and community goals.

Colma benefits from inclusion in SSMC's Indicators Report, which provides data-driven insights on local trends in environment, economy and social equity. This report raises awareness, informs local policy decisions and supports long-term planning that benefits current and future residents.

Colma is also represented on SSMC's Sustainability Dashboard, which tracks 90 metrics across 13 sustainability focus areas for all 20 cities and unincorporated areas in San Mateo County. This tool enables Colma officials and residents to measure progress toward sustainability goals and compare strategies with peer cities. To support implementation, SSMC shares proven solutions through its Sustainability Ideas Bank, including policies and programs adopted by other cities-complete with guidance and contacts to ease replication.

Colma leaders and community members are regularly invited to participate in free webinars and Roundtables, which provide timely education on emerging issues and facilitate collaboration with sustainability professionals, government staff and community advocates.

Additionally, Colma residents and organizations are eligible for recognition through SSMC's annual Sustainability Awards Event, which uplifts inspiring contributions and fosters regional visibility. This event draws civic leaders, businesses, youth and advocates from across the county, helping to strengthen connections and motivation for sustainability action.

Finally, the Town of Colma will benefit from SSMC's newly launched City Sustainability Newsletter, which highlights local best practices, program updates and tools curated specifically for municipal governments-supporting informed decision-making and regional alignment.

Through continued support, Colma ensures its voice and needs are included in countywide sustainability conversations while gaining practical resources and visibility that help advance local impact.

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7. Describe the following:

8. Provide a detailed account of how the FY 2024-25 contribution was used:

B. The location(s) where Colma residents or businesses may receive the recipient organization's Our programs are intended to support the 725,00 residents of San Mateo County, including the residents and businesses of the Town of Colma. Our Indicators Report, Sustainability Ideas Bank and Sustainability Dashboard are publicly accessible on our website, and our events and resources, including recorded sessions, are available on ourYouTube channel. We share sustainability insights through newsletters, social media, our annual Sustainability Awards event and local events. Our Indicators Report is released annually at a public event in October. In Colma, we primarily engage the community through email updates to the City Council and Sustainability Managers.

With support from San Mateo County cities, SSMC achieved the following:

Launched the Sustainability Dashboard, providing key metrics for tracking local progress on sustainability goals, through more than 90 metrics.

Expanded the Sustainability Ideas Bank, offering cities and community members innovative policy and program ideas for climate and other sustainability-related action.

Released the 2024 Indicators Report, which spotlighted regional readiness for EV charging with an emphasis on equitable and multifamily housing access. This prompted collaboration among agencies and informed local decision-making.

Hosted the 2025 Awards Celebration, honoring local sustainability leaders and drawing nearly 250 attendees .

The event received media coverage before and after the event, increasing public engagement.

Regularly published two newsletters: a bi-monthly general newsletter and a new monthly Sustainable Cities newsletter created specifically for elected officials and city staff to foster communication and share solutions.

Led community engagement through outreach, webinars and tabling at public events to ensure broader understanding and participation in sustainability initiatives and foster public support of city actions.

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9. List contributions requested and received from other cities in FY 2024-25 and requested or expected in FY 2025-26:

Yes __________ No ______________

If yes, please provide details.

In 2024, the majority of cities provided SSMC with funding of between $1,000 and $6,500, with the average amount of $3,216. Colma's $1,000 contribution in FY 2024-25 represented about 2.6% of our city-derived program funding and under 0.5% of SSMC's overall revenue. We truly appreciate the Town's continued support .

For FY 2025-26, we respectfully request that Colma consider increasing its contribution to the full requested amount of $3,000. This would help cover the cost of providing our programs and ensure continued access to tailored data, resources and regional collaboration opportunities. 0

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11. Charitable Trust # or EIN #
Please attach a copy of the following:

Roster of current governing board
Current Year Annual Operating Budget
Completed IRS 990 form (filed for 2024 or 2023)
Optional Attachments
48-1265207
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□ Proof of organization's tax exempt status
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lfi Roster of governing board
■ Operating budget
lfi Proof of tax exemption
• Completed IRS 990

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ROSTER
SUSTAINABLE SAN MATEO COUNTY I 3182 Campus Drive, #153, San Mateo, CA 94403 I p.650-918-1992

CONTACT START DATE TERM EXPIRATION COMMITTEE PROFESSION AFFILIATIONS

SSMC BOARD
Bo Baney
57 Ashbury St., Apt .6, Feb.2025 Oct. 2027 Principal Sustainability San Francisco, CA 94117 Planner,San Mateo
C (415) 847-5624 County Transit District
bQba □ e¥13@gmail,cQm
Veronica Escamez
28 Claremont Ave. Oct. 2020 Oct. 2026 Former Teacher
Redwood City, CA 94062 Paralegal
C (650) 346-8468 Founder/Director :
ir:ecQ □ ica@ca~acicculQcultucal Qcg Casa Circulo Cultural Valerie Fox Carlos
930 Peninsula Ave. #212 Jan. 2021 Oct. 2025 • Awards Former Director of San Mateo, CA 94401 • Fund Development Marketing and
C (650) 303-4242 Membership : The
ir:alecie@~u~taiaable~aamaleQ,Qcg Peninsula Regent

VICE CHAIR
Kirsten Keith Feb. 2019 Oct. 2025 • Executive Lawyer
322 Oak Ct. Former Mayor of Menlo
Menlo Park, CA 94025 Park
C (650) 796-1009
kic~tea keitb@gmail CQm
George Kreitem
531 Trinidad Lane Oct. 2024 Oct. 2026 • Fund Development Foster City, CA 944404
(650) 863-8310
georgekreitem@gmail .s;om
Board Roster 07/14/2025 Page 1 of4

CONTACT START DATE TERM EXPIRATION COMMITTEE PROFESSION AFFILIATIONS Georgi LaBerge Board Member, City
1637 Carleton Court May 2018 Oct. 2026 • Fund Development Former Mayor of Trees, Redwood City Redwood City, CA 94061 • Awards Redwood City Social Actions C (650) 465-3330 Committee,
glaberge@aol com Congregational Church,
Belmont

TREASURER
Laura Larkin Oct. 2024 Oct. 2026 • Executive
469 Clifton Ave. • Fund Development
San Carlos, CA 94070 • Awards
C (650) 787-4727
Ljlarkin~gmail .com

SECRETARY
Gail Lee Oct. 2024 Oct. 2026 • Executive
2791 Crestmoor Drive • Fund Development
San Bruno, CA 94066
C (650) 636-6009
gaillee@roiad~gciag i;oro
Kai Martin June 2025 June 2027 Vice President Strategic 1519 Terra Nova Blvd Programs, Chief
Pacifica, CA 94044 Sustainability Officer
kai~roactia@groail i;om
Barbara McHugh
286 Chestnut Street May 2015 Oct. 2026 • Fund Development Former Revenue San Carlos, CA 94070 Manager, Mellon
C (415) 298-2373 Capital Management
barbara@aa;;abama i;;om
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CONTACT START DATE TERM EXPIRATION COMMITTEE PROFESSION AFFILIATIONS Russell H. Miller
1435 Bellevue Ave. #301 Jan.2022 Oct. 2026 • Governance Attorney for Campaign, Board Member of Burlingame, CA 94010 • Fund Development Election, Lobby and Protect Our Defenders 0 (650) 401-8735 x301 Nonprofit Law Foundation and Jack C (650) 787-2365 McGovern Coats'
russ.miller@milleri;ioliticallaw .com Disease Foundation BOARD CHAIR Communications
Terry Nagel Mar. 2017 Oct. 2025 • Executive professional at Stanford Boards of Citizens 2337 Poppy Drive • Fund Development Woods Institute for the Environmental Council Burlingame, CA 94010 • Awards Environment, Stanford of Burlingame, H (650) 347-3576 Law School & others Burlingame
C (650) 678-7082 Neighborhood Network
terrJlnagel@gmail .com Former Mayor of
t~rrlr'.@~ugaina!;!l~~anmat~o.org Burlingame
Melissa Rohlfs
1760 Claremont Drive Oct. 2024 Oct. 2026 • Fund Development San Bruno, CA 94066 • Awards
C (253) 227-8833
melissarohlfs@gmail .com
William Schulte Retired head of Board Member for:
849 Vista Drive Oct. 2006 Oct. 2026 • Governance Consumer Services Self Help for the Elderly, Redwood City, CA 94062 Division of California Pine View Low Income C (650) 346-5361 Public Utilities Housing
[email protected] Commission Board Chair for:

Autumn Glow Alzheimer
facilitv
Board Roster 07/14/2025 Page 3 of4

SSMC STAFF

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Sarah Hubbard May 1, 2023
1745 Lake Street
San Mateo, CA 94403
C (650) 743-9776
sbubbacd@sustaiaablesaamateQ ,QCg

PROGRAM MANAGER
Simona Vallone July 24, 2023
488 Winslow Street Apt 407
Redwood City, CA 94063
C (530) 400-7377
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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Jill Reed Aug. 1,2022
468 W. 25th Ave.

San Mateo, CA 94403
C (650) 678-0454
iill@sustainablesanmateo .ore:

COMMUNICATIONS & OUTREACH LEAD
Mollie Carter Dec. 18,2023
1716 Lexington Ave.

San Mateo, CA 94402
C (415) 871-5514
[email protected]
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Sustainable San Mateo County
January - December 2025
Monday, July 14, 2025 02:48 PM GMT-07:00 1/1
2025 Budget Overview
TOTAL
Revenue
4100 Contributions 230,000
4200 Gov't Funding/Grants 60,000
4300 Grants 15,000
4500 Awards, Net 133,400
4700 Programs 15,000
4800 Earned Income 0
4900 Misc. Income 2,000
Total Revenue $455,400
GROSS PROFIT $455,400
Expenditures
6000 Salaries & related expenses 376,360
6300 Independent Contractors 10,000
6400 Professional Fees 30,300
7000 Fundraising Expenses 1,200
7100 Publicity Advertising 6,000
8100 Non personnel expenses 25,140
8200 Insurance 4,350
8300 Rent 1,764
8400 Other business Expenses 100
8500 Travel & Meeting Expenses 1,000
Unapplied Cash Bill Payment Expense 0
Total Expenditures $456,214
NET OPERATING REVENUE $-814
NET REVENUE $-814

TOWN OF COLMA GRANT REPORT
Sustainable San Mateo County
FY 2024-25

Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been engaging local residents and leaders in advancing sustainability since 1992. We are not affiliated with or funded by San Mateo County’s Office of Sustainability, and we rely on support from Colma and our 19 other local cities and towns, as well as County funding. (i) Results of the Programs Funded by the Grant:

The Town of Colma’s $1,000 grant supported Sustainable San Mateo County’s (SSMC) core programs and general operations, enabling us to continue serving as a regional resource and connector for sustainability efforts. With your support, SSMC achieved the following:
● Launched the Sustainability Dashboard, providing key metrics for tracking local progress on sustainability goals, through more than 90 metrics. ● Expanded the Sustainability Ideas Bank, offering cities and community members innovative policy and program ideas for climate and other sustainability-related action. ● Released the 2024 Indicators Report, which spotlighted regional readiness for EV charging with an emphasis on equitable and multifamily housing access. This prompted collaboration among agencies and informed local decision-making. ● Hosted the 2025 Awards Celebration, honoring local sustainability leaders and drawing nearly 250 attendees. The event received media coverage before and after the event, increasing public engagement.
● Regularly published two newsletters: a bi-monthly general newsletter and a new monthly Sustainable Cities newsletter created specifically for elected officials and city staff to foster communication and share solutions.
● Led community engagement through outreach, webinars and tabling at public events to ensure broader understanding and participation in sustainability initiatives and foster public support of city actions.

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(ii) Evaluation of Program Results:

These activities contributed to greater regional alignment on sustainability priorities. The Indicators Report and Dashboard are being used by multiple jurisdictions to guide policy, and our new Sustainable Cities newsletter has improved awareness and connectivity between city leaders. Feedback from event attendees and city partners underscores the value of our role in surfacing data, sharing solutions and building cross-sector partnerships. We are seeing increased inquiries from city staff and nonprofits seeking support and collaboration, reflecting our growing impact.
(iii) Accounting of the Use of Grant Funds:

The $1,000 general support grant from the Town of Colma was used to help fund staff time and operational expenses associated with the development and promotion of SSMC’s core programs. This includes costs for program management, research, content development, communications, outreach and event coordination. These efforts directly contributed to the outcomes described above. Our 2024 budget was approximately $385,000. Our 2025 budget is approximately $450,000.

Continued Collaboration
We appreciate the Town of Colma’s investment in regional sustainability and are proud to serve as a partner in fulfilling our vision of a sustainable future for everyone in San Mateo County.

Your support enables us to expand the reach and depth of our programs—connecting communities, informing policy and elevating the most pressing issues across housing, transportation, climate, economic sustainability and more. As the challenges facing our region grow more complex and interconnected, timely access to data, solutions and collaborative spaces becomes increasingly vital. For FY 2025–26, we respectfully ask the Town of Colma to consider supporting SSMC at the full requested amount of $3,000. This level of support helps ensure we can continue delivering meaningful value to the Town of Colma and its residents through data-driven insights, regional collaboration and community education.

We look forward to your renewed, important support for the next fiscal year and to partnering with Colma on future events.

Sincerely,

Sarah Hubbard
Executive Director, Sustainable San Mateo County

Who We Are
Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting sustainability progress and environmental stewardship in San Mateo County, Calif. Founded in 1992, the organization has been a driving force in raising awareness and implementing initiatives that address critical issues related to the environment, social equity and economic resilience (the Sustainable
San Mateo County
Economy. Equity. Environment.
"three E's" of sustainability). SSMC fosters a sustainable and thriving community by engaging local government, residents and businesses in collaborative efforts to create a resilient and environmentally sustainable region.

One of the key strengths of Sustainable San Mateo County is its multifaceted approach to sustainability.

The organization conducts research, provides educational resources and facilitates community partnerships to drive positive change. By serving as a valuable resource hub and advocating for sustainable practices, SSMC plays a vital role in shaping the future of the region and inspiring a collective commitment to more sustainable and resilient communities.

Our Vision & Mission
A sustainable future for everyone in San Mateo County
To stimulate action to make San Mateo County more sustainable on economic, environmental and social equity issues through empowering information and advocacy Letter from the Executive Director
Dear Supporters, Partners and Friends,
As we look back on 2024, I'm proud to share what we've accomplished together and where we're headed. It was my first full year as Executive Director of Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC), and the progress we made has positioned us to tackle new challenges in the year ahead. With shifting national priorities making local action even more critical, SSMC remains deeply committed to driving sustainability where it matters most: right here in our local communities . 2024 was a big year for SSMC. We launched new, interactive versions of two tools, our Sustainability Dashboard and Sustainability Ideas Bank, that put key data and practical solutions right at your fingertips. These tools are designed to help local leaders, residents and organizations take action faster. We're not just talking about sustainability ; we're providing clear pathways to achieve it.

At SSMC, we believe that data is more than just numbers . It represents real people, their experiences and their needs. Our commitment to providing accurate , accessible data is about prioritizing these needs in decision-making. It empowers community leaders and policy makers with the insights they need to create a more equitable , sustainable San Mateo County. Even as access to public data is challenged at other government levels, we will continue to prioritize transparency and accountability.

But our impact goes beyond providing data and information. We bring people together, spark important conversations and push for real change . Our work is rooted in recognizing that each city in San Mateo County has unique characteristics and needs, and our programs and communications reflect this understanding . Whether it's helping cities meet ambitious climate goals or giving residents the tools they need to advocate for change, we continue to collaborate with, convene and celebrate sustainability champions across the county.

As you read this report, I hope you'll see the impact of your support and the potential we have to do even more. Our work is made possible by our dedicated team, passionate volunteers and generous supporters like you. But we can't stop here. To keep driving local solutions, we need ongoing support from people who care about the future of our community.

Sustainable
San Mateo County
Economy. Equity. Environment.

Thank you for standing with us. I look forward to achieving these goals together.

With gratitude,
Sarah Hubbard
Executive Director
Sustainable San Mateo County
2024 Annual Report Page 2 ofl
Catalyst for Action
In the pursuit of fostering a sustainable future , Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) remains dedicated to collaborating with government and nonprofit partners and providing the research, data and insights to drive action within local communities. With new interactive tools, including the Sustainability Dashboard and Ideas Bank, along with engaging events , educational initiatives and thought-provoking campaigns, SSMC encourages government leaders and individuals to adopt environmentally conscious practices and contribute to the overall well-being of the county.

Training
SSMC places a strong emphasis
on cultivating the next
generation of sustainability
leaders through its Internship
Program. In 2024, we provided
hands-on experience and
mentorship to eight interns,
equipping them with research
and leadership skills as well as a
deeper understanding of
sustainable practices and
empowering them to become
advocates for positive change
within their respective fields.

Since 2019, SSMC has trained
more than 80 interns and introduced them to how policy works in local government. Many have reported that they've changed their career plans to focus on sustainability because of this experience .

In 2024, we also convened and celebrated youth with our very popular second annual Youth for Climate Policy training session and presented our first Youth Sustainability Award. 2024

INDICATORS
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Reporting
SSMC made significant strides in 2024 to help local governments become more sustainable. We launched a new interactive
Sustainability Dashboard for governments to monitor progress and identify opportunities for improvement across more than 90 metrics. The Dashboard can also be used to identify the needs of equity-priority and low-income communities. We also released our 2024 Indicators Report offering comprehensive research on "Equitable Paths to EV Charging." As a result of this report, SSMC initiated a whole new campaign, "Charge Forward San Mateo County," and multiple cities have since sought and received grants for multi-family dwelling chargers. By sharing this data and information with local communities , SSMC ensures that stakeholders are well informed about ongoing sustainability initiatives and can take effective action.
2024 Annual Report Page 3 ofl
Informing
SSMC also released a new version of our Sustainability Ideas Bank. This valued resource that we continue to add to is now searchable so cities can easily find and adopt innovative and practical solutions that have proven successful. It gives community members and policy makers access to a wealth of proven ideas and strategies that can be implemented quickly to address local sustainability challenges. Most solutions include contact information for someone who has implemented the policy and can answer questions about it. SSMC also tabled or gave presentations at nine events, educating the public and specific groups on sustainability and actions to take.

Collaborating
SSMC actively fosters collaboration among local community groups and government leaders , bridging the gap between grassroots initiatives and policy implementation , with a focus on addressing social-equity disparities . By facilitating dialogue and understanding , the organization promotes a holistic approach to sustainability that takes into account the diverse needs and perspectives of community members. For example , we hosted a webinar on electric bikes and the incentives available to income-qualified individuals , and we hosted a webinar on alternatives to freeway widening to address the significant pollution and other impacts that affect largely equity-priority communities. By collaborating with eight other local nonprofits , we reached a broader audience for our Youth for Climate Policy event, which trained youth in how to influence local government policy decisions.

Convening
We increased opportunities for networking, collaboration and the exchange of ideas this year through two new launch events for the Ideas Bank and Sustainability Dashboard. These gatherings , along with our annual Indicators Report launch event, annual Awards Celebration, multiple webinars and roundtable policy discussions , provided a way for community members, business leaders and policymakers to come together , encouraging a sense of unity and shared commitment to sustainable practices .

Championing
SSMC continues to recognize and celebrate outstanding
contributions to sustainability through its annual Awards Celebration, which attracted 280 attendees in 2024,
including many city and county elected leaders. These
popular events honor individuals, businesses and
organizations that have demonstrated exemplary
commitment and leadership in advancing sustainable
practices . By shining a spotlight on these champions,
SSMC inspires others to follow suit and contributes to the creation of a more environmentally conscious community.

Sustainable
San Mateo County
Economy. Equity. Environment. 2024 Annual Report Page 4 ofl 2024 Timeline of Major Activities
4/10: SSMC's 25th Annual
Sustainability Awards and Auction
celebrating local, inspiring
champions
May-Jun: Meetings with 13 cities
to review sustainability progress and
solutions
Jun-Sept: Summer internships
and three roundtables with experts
discussing the interns ' work on
affordable housing, energy and the
built environment and climate
change and finance
9/5: Sustainable Dashboard
Launch focused how data can be
leveraged for county health
programs, affordable housing and
city sustainability
10/24: Indicators Report Launch
"Equitable Paths to EV Charging"
Sustainable
San Mateo County
Economy. Equity. Environmen t. 2024 Annual Report
2/23: Sustainable Ideas Bank
Launch . State Senator Josh Becker
was keynote speaker
4/30: 2nd Annual Youth for
Climate Policy webinar with four
former mayors and three student
activists that coached youth on how
to influence local government
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Eternal Home Parkway & El Camino Real APN: 011-341-450 – Minor Subdivision Page 1 of 5

STAFF REPORT
TO: M
ayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Farhad Mortazavi, City Planner
VIA: Dan Barros, City Manager
MEETING DATE: September 24, 2025
SUBJECT: Eternal Home Parkway and El Camino Real Minor Subdivision RECOMM

ENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the following resolution:

RESOLUTION APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP TO DIVIDE AN EXISTING

SINGLE PARCEL LOCATED AT ETERNAL HOME PARKWAY AND EL CAMINO REAL APN 011-341-450 INTO TWO LOTS PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINE SECTION 15315

COUNCIL ADOPTED VALUES
The recommendation is consistent with the Council value of fairness because the recommended decisions are consistent with how similar subdivision requests have been processed, and with the Council value of responsibility because the proposed application has been carefully reviewed and conditioned so that it will be consistent with the Town’s General Plan and Municipal Code requirements.

BACKGROUND
The site is a vacant lot identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 011-341-450. The applicant is seeking approval of a tentative map, with conditions, to subdivide the property into two (2) new parcels. The existing site totals 15,694 square feet and is zoned “E” - Administrative, Executive.

New Parcel “A” would be 12,019 square feet and have a lot width of 108.9 feet. Parcel “A” would have a lot length of 111.84’ at its longest and 95.47’ at its shortest. New Parcel “B” would be 3,675 square feet with dimensions of 108.62’ by 33.33’.

The project does not include any proposed improvements. Future development on the parcels will be subject to a separate application and entitlement process. The City Council should limit its discussion of this item to the applicant’s sole request at this time which is to subdivide the existing parcel into two parcels.

AGENDA ITEM #6
Eternal Home Parkway & El Camino Real APN: 011-341-450 – Minor Subdivision Page 2 of 5

ANALYSIS

The project applicant, Frank Fung, is seeking approval to subdivide the existing property into two new conforming lots. The proposed subdivision layout of two lots complies with current zoning standards and the minimum required lot width of 33.33’ with 100’ of depth. Project conditions of approval will ensure compliance with all State Subdivision Map Act requirements and local requirements.

Reasons For the Recommended Action

Subchapter 5.02 of the Colma Municipal Code outlines the process for filing, reviewing and approval of a tentative subdivision map. The application materials submitted by the applicant demonstrate that the property can be subdivided into 2 lots and would be in complete compliance with the requirements of the Colma Subdivision Ordinance.

Staff recommends approval of the subdivision application based on the following findings based on Colma Municipal Code Section 5.02.150:

(a) Prior to approval of any tentative map the City Council shall make the following findings per Colma Municipal Code Section 5.02.150:
(1) That the subdivision, including its provisions for design and improvements, is consistent with the applicable general and specific plan. No tentative map shall be approved without such a finding. The subdivision’s design conforms to and is in consistent with the Town of Colma General Plan and Zoning Ordinance as no variance or exceptions are required for the approval of the tentative map. The parcel’s steepest slope is on its south side where it slopes from 113.6’ above sea level (ASL) to 98’ ASL or at 8.5 percent – less than the allowed 20 percent; as required by the Categorical Exemption for the environmental review. In addition, the map’s design is in compliance with the Zoning Regulation specifically Section 5.03.172(1) – Area: Each lot shall have a minimum average width of 33-1/3 feet and a depth not less than 100 feet. Project is also in compliance with the Town’s General Plan Land Use Element - El Camino Real Corridor (LU-29 and LU-30)
(2) That waste discharged from the proposed subdivision into an existing community sewer system will not result in a violation of existing requirements prescribed by a California Regional Water Quality Control Board. If the City Council does find that the discharge of waste from the subdivision will result in, or add to, a violation of the requirements of such a board, the City Council may disapprove the tentative map or maps of the subdivision. As part of project’s referral to different public agencies, the project was referred to South San Francisco Water Quality Control Plant Division (WQCPD) which provides for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno, and Colma, and the WQCPD’s Environmental Compliance Supervisor confirmed that from Water Eternal Home Parkway & El Camino Real APN: 011-341-450 – Minor Subdivision Page 3 of 5

Quality standpoint, the sewer discharge form the site will not cause any Regional Water Quality Control Board violation for this project.
(b) The City Council shall disapprove a map if it makes any of the following findings:
(1) That the map fails to meet or perform any of the requirements or conditions imposed by the Subdivision Map Act or this subchapter. The project complies with the requirements of the State Subdivision Map Act.
(2) That the proposed map is not consistent with the applicable general and specific plans. The proposed map is consistent with the Town of Colma General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
(3) That the design or improvement of the proposed subdivision is not consistent with the applicable general and specific plans. The proposed subdivision is consistent with Town’s General Plan.
(4) That the site is not physically suitable for the type of development. The proposed map does not include any development proposal. The site is located in an urban area zoned “E” or Executive, Administrative, which allows for a range of uses including commercial.
(5) That the site is not physically suitable for the proposed density of development. The site is located within the El Camino Real Corridor in Town’s General Plan, specifying that low impact offices and other executive/administrative uses are encouraged to provide a buffer between existing cemetery uses and El Camino Real (Colma General Plan, Land Use Section, pages 29 and 30).
(6) That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements are likely to cause substantial environmental damage or substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. There are no improvements proposed as part of the subdivision and as stated above, the design complies with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The site is within an urban setting and will not cause substantial environmental damage or sustainability including injure fish or wildlife or their habitat. (7) That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements is likely to cause serious public health problems. The proposed map is in compliance with the Town’s adopted planning documents adopted so there will not be any cause for serious public health problems.
(8) That the design of the subdivision or the type of improvements will conflict with easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or use of, property within the proposed subdivision. In this connection, the governing body may approve a map if it finds that alternate easements, for access or for use, will be provided, and that these will be substantially equivalent to ones previously acquired by the public. This subsection shall apply only to easements of record or to easements established by judgment of a Eternal Home Parkway & El Camino Real APN: 011-341-450 – Minor Subdivision Page 4 of 5

court of competent jurisdiction, and no authority is hereby granted to a legislative body to determine that the public at large has acquired easements for access through, or use of, property within the proposed subdivision. There are no improvements proposed as part of the subdivision and the map’s design complies with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. There is no conflict with easements for access through the use of the property within the proposed subdivision.
(c) The City Council may disapprove of a map if it finds that the discharge of waste from a proposed subdivision would result in or add to a violation of the requirements of the Bay Area Air Quality Control Board. As stated in Finding (a)(2), The project was referred to South San Francisco Water Quality Control Plant Division (WQCPD) and its Environmental Compliance Supervisor confirmed that the sewer discharge from the site will not cause any Regional Water Quality Control Board violation for this project.
(d) Notwithstanding (a) and (b) above, the City Council shall not deny approval of a final map or a parcel map if it has previously approved a tentative map for the proposed subdivision and it finds that the final map or parcel map is in substantial compliance with the previously adopted tentative map. There was no previous proposal for a tentative map for the subject parcel. (e) The Council shall not disapprove a map for failure to comply with any provision of the Subdivision Map Act (Government Code Sections 66410-66499.58) or for failure to comply with any ordinance of the Town of Colma if the failure is due to a technical error. The proposed map is in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and with Town of Colma’s adopted land use policies and plans.

Sustainability Impact

The approval of the minor subdivision supports sustainability by allowing for increased in- fill development in proximity to transit.

FISCAL IMPACT

The adoption of the resolution to approve of the minor subdivision does not have an impact on the Town’s adopted budget.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Planning staff found the project to be Categorically Exempt based on the following CEQA Guideline, Section 15315 – Minor Land Divisions

Alternatives

An alternative would be to direct staff to return with a resolution to deny (with findings) the tentative subdivision of the property . This action would result in the continued contiguity of the Eternal Home Parkway & El Camino Real APN: 011-341-450 – Minor Subdivision Page 5 of 5

parcel located at APN: 011 -341-450 and would not create two new conforming parcels , as proposed.

CONCLUSION

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the Resolution approving the tentative subdivision of the property.

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment A: Resolution 2025-_______, approving Tentative Subdivision Map.

Attachment B: Tentative Subdivision Map

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF COLMA

RESOLUTION APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP TO DIVIDE AN

EXISTING PARCEL LOCATED AT ETERNAL HOME PARKWAY AND EL CAMINO REAL APN 011-341-450 INTO TWO LOTS PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINE 15315 The City Council of the Town of Colma hereby resolves:

1. Background
(a) On June 30, 2025 the Colma Planning Department received an application for a Minor Subdivision by the applicant, Frank Fung, for a parcel identified by Assessor Parcel Number 011-341-450.
(b) The project includes a tentative parcel map which proposes the subdivision of one (1) existing parcel into two new parcels.
(c) The existing site totals 15,694 square feet and is zoned “E” Administrative, Executive. New Parcel “A” would be 12,019 square feet and have a lot width of about 108.9 feet. Parcel “A” would have a length of 111.84’ at its longest and 95.47’ at its shortest. New Parcel “B” would be 3,675 square feet with dimensions of 108.62’ by 33.33’.
(d) The project does not include any proposed improvements. Future development on the parcels to be created shall be submitted by separate application. (e) The project was circulated for multiple rounds of review by several City departments. (f) On August 26, 2025, the Colma Planning Department found the project to be complete.

2. Findings
The City Council finds as follows:
(a)
The subdivision’s design conforms to and is in consistent with the Town of Colma General Plan and Zoning Ordinance as no variance or exceptions are required for the approval of the tentative map. The parcel’s steepest slope is on its south side where it slopes from 113.6’ above sea level (ASL) to 98’ ASL or at 8.5 percent – less than the allowed 20 percent; as required by the Categorical Exemption for the environmental review.
(b) The map’s design is in compliance with the Zoning Regulation specifically Section

5.03.172(1) as the proposal has a minimum average width of 33-1/3 feet and a depth not less than 100 feet. Project is also in compliance with the Town’s General Plan Land Use Element - El Camino Real Corridor (LU-29 and LU-30). (c) As part of project’s referral to different public agencies, the project was referred to South San Francisco Water Quality Control Plant Division (WQCPD) which provides for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno, and Colma, and the WQCPD’s Environmental Compliance Supervisor confirmed that from Water Quality standpoint, the sewer discharge form the site will not cause any Regional Water Quality Control Board violation for this project.
(d) The project complies with the requirements of the State Subdivision Map Act and is consistent with the Town of Colma General Plan and Zoning Ordinance and Town’s General Plan. The site is located in an urban area zoned “E” or Executive,

ATTACHMENT A
Administrative, which allows for a range of uses including commercial. In addition, the site is located within the El Camino Real Corridor in Town’s General Plan, specifying that low impact offices and other executive/administrative uses are encouraged to provide a buffer between existing cemetery uses and El Camino Real Corridor - General Plan, Land Use Section, pages 29 and 30. Based on this, is physically suitable for development consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, even though no development of the site is planned at this time.

(e) There are no improvements proposed as part of the subdivision and the parcel map design complies with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The site is within an urban setting and will not cause substantial environmental damage or sustainability including injure fish or wildlife or their habitat.

(f) The proposed map is in compliance with the Town’s adopted planning documents adopted so there will not be any cause for serious public health problems.

(g) There is no conflict with easements for access through the use of property within the proposed subdivision.
(h) The project was referred to South San Francisco Water Quality Control Plant Division (WQCPD) and its Environmental Compliance Supervisor confirmed that the sewer discharge from the site will not cause any Regional Water Quality Control Board violation for this project.
(i) There was no previous proposal for a tentative map for the subject parcel. (j) The proposed map is in compliance with the State Subdivision Map Act and with Town of Colma’s adopted land use policies and plans.

3. Conditions of Approval

The City Council does hereby grant a Minor Subdivision for Frank Fung, ED2 International, subject to each of the following conditions:

1. Indemnification. Permittee and its heirs, successors, and permitted assigns shall, at its sole cost and expense, indemnify, defend, protect, release, and hold harmless the Town and any agency or instrumentality thereof, including any of its officers, employees, commissions, and agents (collectively, “Indemnitees”), from and against any and all claims, actions, or proceedings (collectively, “Claims”) arising out of or in any way relating to the processing and/or approval of this Project, the purpose of which is to attack, set aside, void, or annul the approval of this Project and any environmental determination that accompanies it. This indemnification shall include, but not be limited to, suits, damages, judgments, costs, expenses, liens, levies, attorney fees or expert witness fees that may be asserted or incurred by any person or entity, including the Permittee, third parties and the Indemnitees, arising out of or in connection with the approval of this Project and/or any environmental determination that accompanies it, except in the event and to the extent any such Claim(s) arise out of the Indemnitees’ gross negligence or willful misconduct. Permittee agrees to pay directly, or timely reimburse on a monthly basis, the Town for all such costs of defense, including but not limited to, court costs, attorney fees, and time referenced herein. The Town, in its sole and absolute discretion may elect, and the Applicant hereby agrees, to have the Applicant provide the defense of the Indemnitees subject to the Town’s approval of defense council. Nothing herein shall prohibit the Town from participating in the defense of any claim, action, or proceeding. Permittee’s defense and indemnification of the Indemnitees as set forth herein shall remain in full force and effect throughout all stages of any litigation challenging the Project, including any and all appeals of any lower court judgments rendered in the preceding.

2. Tentative Parcel Map. A Final Parcel Map shall be prepared substantially in accord with the Tentative Parcel Map as approved. Any substantial change to the Tentative Parcel Map may require additional review. All proposed changes to the Tentative Parcel Map must be submitted in writing with plans showing the changes, including a clouded set of plans highlighting the changes.

3. Stormwater. Future development projects on the site shall retain and/or detain any increase in design flow from the site created by their construction and grading, such that adjacent down slope properties will not be negatively impacted by an increase in s tormwater runoff. Future projects will be subject to, and reviewed for conformance with, with the most current NPDES Standards jointly administered by City Planner and City Engineer. Disposition and treatment of stormwater shall comply with the applicable requirements of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System ("NPDES") Permit issued to the Town of Colma and the implementation standards established by the County of San Mateo.

4. Prior to submittal of the F inal Parcel Map to the City Engineer for examination, the owner (applicant) shall cause the property to be surveyed by a Licensed Land Surveyor or an authorized Civil Engineer. The submitted map shall show all monuments found or set and shall certify on the face of the map that such monuments are, or will be, sufficient to enable the survey to be retraced in conformity with the Subdivision Map Act and the Professional Land Surveyors’ Act.

5. Interior monuments shall be set at each new lot corner location, angle point, or as directed by the City Engineer, either prior to recordation of the Final Parcel Map, or some later date to be specified on the face of the map.

6. If the owner (applicant) chooses to defer the setting of any monument to a specified later date, then sufficient security as determined by the City Engineer shall be furnished prior to Final Parcel Map approval, to guarantee the setting of monuments.

7. The owner (applicant) shall submit four (3) copies of a final Parcel Map in substantial conformance with the approved Tentative Parcel Map, along with the additional documents required by Section 5.02.110 of the Colma Municipal Code, to the City Engineer for examination. The F inal Parcel Map shall contain all the information required in Section 5.02 of the Colma Municipal Code and shall be accompanied by the following items:
a. Two copies of closure calculations.
b. Two copies of a Preliminary Title Report for the property dated within ninety (90) days of the date of submittal for the Final Parcel Map. c. Two copies of each record map referenced on the Final Parcel Map. d. Two copies of each record document/deed referenced on the Final Parcel Map. e. Two copies of any other map, document, deed, easement or other resource that will facilitate the examination process as requested by the City Engineer.

An electronic copy of the above documents shall also be furnished to the City Engineer.

8. The owner (applicant) shall pay a Map Checking fee, as determined by the City Engineer, at the time of submittal of the Final Parcel Map for examination.

9. Prior to approval of the Final Parcel Map, the owner (applicant) shall pay all fees and deposits in accordance with the Colma Municipal Code.

10. The owner (applicant) shall cause to be recorded Irrevocable Offers of Dedication for any and all public easements for the provision of public service and facilities, and for storm water drainage and treatment facilities, as may be required to accommodate future development at the site.

11. The owner (applicant) shall secure all necessary permits from the City and any other public agency, including utility providers, prior to commencement of construction of any future project. Copies of permits other than those issued by the City shall be provided to the City Engineer.

12. The owner (applicant) shall pay the applicable Park Development fee prior to Final Parcel Map approval.

13. Prior to Final Parcel Map approval, the owner (applicant) shall furnish the City Engineer with satisfactory written commitments from all public and private utility providers serving the subdivision guaranteeing the completion of all required utility improvements to serve the subdivision.

14. All future building and construction related activities shall adhere to New Development and Construction – Best Management Practices as adopted by the City for the purpose of preventing storm water pollution.

15. The owner (applicant) shall enter into an Agreement holding the Town of Colma harmless from any claims or liabilities caused by or arising out of soil or slope instability, slides, slope failure or other soil related and/or erosion related conditions.

16. Conditions Requested by Other Agencies or Utilities. Applicant shall comply with all conditions regarding on-site or off-site improvements as may be requested by other Agencies or Utility Companies having jurisdiction over the Project site in conjunction with any future development. Prior to issuance of City permits, the applicant must present evidence of permit approval by any such agencies, as required for any activities within jurisdictional areas of said agencies.

Certification of Adoption

I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 202 5- was duly adopted at a regular meeting of said City Council held on September 24, 2025, 2025, by the following vote:

Name Voting Present, Not Voting Absent
Aye No Abstain Not Participating
Ken Gonzales, Mayor
Carrie Slaughter
Helen Fisicaro
Joanne F. del Rosario
Thomas Walsh
Voting Tally

Dated ______________________ ___________________________________ Ken Gonzalez, Mayor

Attest: ____________________________
Michelle Estabillo, City Clerk

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ATTACHMENT B

PROJECT DATA
EXISTlNG ZONING:
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PROJECT DESCRIPTlON:

MAP REFERENCES
(A) CORNER RECORD DOCUMENT NO. 768, ALEO JULY 10, 2002 SAN MATEO COUNTY. (B) GRANT DEED DOCUMENT NO. 2024-016205 RECORDED MARCH 28, 2024,

RECORDED IN OFACIAL RECORDS COUNTY OF SAN MA TEO
SUBDIVISION OF EXISTlNG PARCEL IN TO NEW PARCEL »A» AND NEW PARCEL »B» FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF NEW PARCELS 'NILL BE BY SEPARATE APPL/CA 110N (C) PARCEL MAP LAND OF THE CYPRESS ABBEY COMPANY RECORDED IN VOLUME 55 PAGE 74, SAN MA TEO COUNTY
UTll/TY PURVEYORS:

GAS: PGM
ELECTRICITY: PGM
WATER: CA WATER SERVICE COMPANY
SEWAGE: CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
TELEPHONE: AT&T
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GENERAL NOTES

1.) EASEMENT GRANTED TO PAC/AC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY RECORDED ON SEPTEMBER 1, 1914 IN BOOK 240, PAGE 188 -
EXACT LOCA 110N AND EXTENT OF SAID EASEMENT IS NOT DEANED OF RECORD.

2.) EASEMENT GRANTED TO OLIVET MEMORIAL PARK, A CALIFORNIA NONPROAT CORPORA 110N RECORDED ON JULY 2, 1982 IN
DOCUMENT NO. 82055880 - SAID EASEMENT DOES NOT AFFECT

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STAFF REPORT
TO: M
ayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Farhad Mortazavi, APA, City Planner
Lorraine Weiss, APA, Principal Planner
VIA: Dan Barros, City Manager
MEETING DATE: September 24, 2025
SUBJECT: Ordinance Amending Subchapter 5.11 Related to Water Efficient Landscaping

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
(1) Introduce the following:

ORDINANCE AMENDING SUBCHAPTER 5.11 OF THE COLMA MUNICIPAL CODE REL ATING

TO THE WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE REGULATIONS PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES 15378 AND 15308 AND WAIVE FURTHER READING
(2) Adopt the following resolution:

SOLUTION ADOPTING GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WATER

EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE REGULATIONS

COUNCIL ADOPTED VALUES
The City Council introduction of the ordinance and adoption of the resolution is consistent with responsibility and vision as it furthers the Town’s efforts to reduce water use, ensures regulations are consistent with state law, and streamlines compliance requirements for development projects.

BACKGROUND
The State of California regulates the water efficiency of proposed landscaping projects under the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) codified under Title 22, Division 2, Chapter

2.7 of the California Code of Regulations . Under MWELO, local jurisdictions have the option of adopting the model state ordinance or adopting their own local Water Efficient Ordinance (WELO) ordinances. However, a local WELO must be as effective the state model ordinance in limiting water use in landscapes.

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Since 2009, the Town of Colma has chosen to adopt its own ordinance in order to add water credits that can be applied to new landscape areas proposed by local cemeteries. Since the model state ordinance includes no incentives or credits that can be applied for unique land uses such as cemeteries, the Town developed two special credits, 1) a ground water recharge credit, and 2) retrofit credit, for the cemetery uses.

In January of 2025, the State updated the existing Model WELO Ordinance to clarify the implementation of the state law. As a result of these changes, staff began reviewing the local WELO Ordinance.

ANALYSIS
The current ordinance has resulted in redundancy and difficulty in implementation. Since the adoption of the Colma Municipal Code (CMC) 5.11 in 2015, few landscaping projects utilize the incentives and credits permitted under the Town’s Local WELO code. In 2024, two cemetery projects were evaluated under the WELO Regulations. Therefore, staff is recommending that the City Council adopt a Guidebook by resolution for some of these regulations which will allow staff to more easily make changes without having to go through two readings for an ordinance.

In addition to the Guidebook, staff is also asking Council to adopt an updated ordinance. A revision of the existing Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance to remove the credits will reduce staff processing time and streamline much of the documentation associated with compliance. In addition, staff will bring the Ordinance in line with the current Model WELO Ordinance and the changes that occurred in 2025. The changes are broken into two primary areas:
• Removal of Cemetery Credits: To continue to r ecognize the special nature of cemeteries, the proposed ordinance will consider cemeteries as “Special Landscape Areas”, in lieu of the existing credits. With this consideration, cemeteries will be permitted additional water within their budgets given their higher water needs. Staff communicated with the State WELO Re source Center in January 2025 who confirmed that cemeteries can be listed as Special Landscaped Areas.
• Handouts and Submittal Documents: Staff has worked to decouple much of the submittal documentation from the ordinance and consolidate them into a separate guidebook, ‘Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations’.

This will enable staff to update the content as needed without requiring Council approval for minor changes. This approach enhances administrative efficiency and ensures ongoing compliance with state law.

The table below identifies the primary changes to the WELO Ordinance. The Ordinance in Attachment B contains all the proposed changes with strikethrough for sections to be deleted and underline for proposed additions.

Table 1: Changes to the Water Efficient Landscape (WELO) Ordinance Section Primary Revision

5.11.040 The code will be updated to reflect internal
procedures. Planning Department will
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conduct reviews of water efficiency instead of
the Public Works Department.

5.11.050, 5.11.060 5.11.080, 5.11.090,

5.11.100, 5.11.110, 5.11.120, 5.11.130,

5.11.140, 5.11.150, 5.11.220, 5.11.230
Removed codification of submittal
documents. Instead, staff created a set of
handouts that will be required upon
submittal. This allows submittal
documentation to updated regularly in
tandem with state law.

5.11.075 Removed credits for cemeteries in lieu of
considering them special landscape areas.

5.11.175, 5.11.190,5.11.200 Removed sections repealed under state law.

FISCAL IMPACT
Minimal fiscal impact is anticipated with the Water Efficient Ordinance Update. Minimal staff time was spent on updating the ordinance. Applicants will incur the cost of application processing and site inspections in accordance with the Town’s fee schedule as adopted by the City Council. It is anticipated that the Ordinance will streamline review of landscape plans and reduce staff time on project review.

ENVIRONMENTAL
The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15378 as it is more akin to general policy and procedure making not directly related to any specific activity or project. It is also exempt on a separate and independent basis under CEQA Guideline 15308 as a regulation authorized by state law and local ordinance for the protection of water resources.

NEXT STEPS
The second reading and adoption for Subchapter 5.11 is scheduled for October 8, 2025. Under this timeline, the Update would be effective 30 days later, on November 8, 2025. The resolution and Guidebook won’t be implemented until such time that the updated ordinance is effective.

CONCLUSION
Staff recommends that the City Council introduce and waive the first reading of the Ordinance , entitled “Ordinance amending Subchapter 5.11 of the Colma Municipal Code related to Water Efficient Landscape Regulations pursuant to CEQA Guideline 15378 and 15308, and adopt the resolution.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Resolution
B. Ordinance
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025---

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF COLMA

RESOLUTION ADOPTING GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WATER

EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE REGULATIONS
The City Council of the Town of Colma hereby resolves:

1. Re
citals and Background
(a) The State of California regulates the water efficiency of proposed landscaping projects under the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO) codified under Title 22, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 of the California Code of Regulations; and (b) In January of 2025, the State updated the existing Model WELO Ordinance to clarify the implementation of the state law. As a result of these changes, staff began reviewing the local WELO Ordinance; and
(c) The current ordinance has resulted i n difficulty in implementation.

Much of the
procedural handouts and instructional materials are codified within the ordinance, which limited staff’s ability to update the handouts in compliance with the changes under state law in early 2025. Because these materials require regular updates to reflect changes in practice, policy, or state law, maintaining them within the code is inefficient; and (d) Therefore, staff has prepared a Guidebook entitled ‘Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations’ and is asking the Council to adopt th is Guidebook in adopting the resolution.

2. Order.

The City Council of the Town of Colma hereby adopts the Guidebook, ‘Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations’, as attached hereto as Exhibit A. //
Certification of Adoption
I certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025--- was duly adopted at a special meeting of the City Council of the Town of Colma held on October 8, 2025, by the following vote:

Name Counted toward Quorum Not Counted toward Quorum
Aye No Abstain Present, Recused Absent
Ken Gonzalez, Mayor X
Carrie Slaughter, Vice Mayor X
Thomas Walsh X

ATTACHMENT A
Reso 2025---_ Adopting Guidebook Page 2 of 2
Helen Fisicaro X
Joanne F. del Rosario X
Voting Tally 5 0
Dat
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Ken Gonzalez, Mayor
___________________________
Michelle Estabillo, City Clerk

EXHIBIT
A. Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations I I I
Town of Colma
Guidelines for Implementation of the
Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
Exhibit A
Town of Colma
Wate
r Efficient Landscape Ordinance
1198 El Camino Real, Colma, CA 94014
Phone: 650.757.8888
https://www.colma.ca.gov/
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Purpose
The Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (WELO) (Title 22, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 of the California Code of Regulations) is a statewide landscape water conservation law codified under Colma Municipal Code Section (CMC) 5.11. The purpose of WELO is to promote the design, installation, and maintenance of landscaping in a manner that conserves water resources, by ensuring that landscape projects are not unduly water -needy and that irrigation systems are appropriately implemented to minimize water waste . These Guidelines serve as the procedural guidance for project applicants proposing landscape installation or a rehabilitated landscape that are subject to the requirements of WELO.

Applicability
Under CMC 5.11, new landscaping projects that require WELO review fall into two categories:
• New Construction: new building with a landscape area or other new landscape project equal to or greater than 500 square feet, such as a park, playground, or greenbelt without an associated building.
• Rehabilitated Landscape: landscape renovation project that requires a permit, plan check, or design review where the modified landscape area is equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet.

Performance Pathway and Review Thresholds
To determine if a project complies with WELO, applicants must chose one of two compliance pathways, “prescriptive” or “performance”. Larger projects must comply with the “performance” requirements which require a higher level of review and more detailed documentation. Smaller projects may opt to comply with “prescriptive ” requirements which is a checklist approach that primarily focuses on meeting water budgets. The required performance pathway is determined by the size and type of landscaping proposed. The thresholds for the performance pathways are as follows.
• Less than 500 sq. ft. of landscaping: MWELO compliance is not required • 500 – 2,499 sq. ft. of landscaping: Prescriptive or Performance Compliance required (new construction projects only)
• More than 2,500 sq. ft. of landscaping : Performance Compliance required (new construction and/or rehabilitated projects)
Submittal Documentation
Projects must either comply with the Prescriptive or Performance requirements, not both. The following sections identify the standards and requirements for both prescriptive and performance compliance pathways. The WELO submittal checklist (page 2) shall be completed upon project submittal and identifies the required submittal documents.

Town of Colma
Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance
1198 El Camino Real, Colma, CA 94014
Phone: 650.757.8888
https://www.colma.ca.gov/
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WELO Submittal Checklist
Prescriptive Compliance (500-2,499 sq.ft. of new construction landscaping) • Prior to Permit Issuance
□ WELO Project Data Table (page 3)
□ Planting Plan with the following elements:
□ Total Landscape Area (in sq.ft.)
□ Location and Identification of landscaping and landscaping materials □ Plant Legend (identifies all plant materials, number and sizes of all proposed plants, and WUCOL factors)
• Prior to Permit Closeout
□ Certificate of Completion Package (page 7)
□ Project Information
□ Certificate of Installation
□ Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule
Performance Compliance (2,500+ sq.ft. of landscaping)
• Prior to Permit Issuance
□ WELO Project Data Table (page 3)
□ Performance Compliance WELO Worksheet (page 4)
□ Soil Management Report
□ Landscape Design Plan
□ Irrigation Design Plan
□ Grading Plan
• Prior to Permit Closeout
□ Certificate of Completion Package (page 7)
□ Project Information
□ Certification of Installation
□ Soil Management Report
□ Irrigation Schedule
□ Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule
□ Irrigation Audit Report
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Wat
er Efficient Landscape Ordinance
1198 El Camino Real, Colma, CA 94014
Phone: 650.757.8888
https://www.colma.ca.gov/
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WELO Project Data Table
Pro
ject Information
Date:___________________ Property Address: _____________________________________ APN(s): _______________ Total Landscape Area (in sq.ft.): ___________________________ Project Type (Cemetery, institutional, private, home owner):____________________________ Water Purveyor: _______________________________________________________________ Water Supply Type (Circle One): Potable / Recycled / Well / Other: ______________________ Project is Prescriptive or Performance ______________________________________________ Property Owner Information
Name:________________________________________________________________________ Address:_________________________City:________________State:_____Zip Code:________ Email:___________________________Phone:__________________________ Applicant Information (if different than owner)
Name:________________________________________________________________________ Address:_________________________City:________________State:_____Zip Code:________ Email:___________________________Phone:__________________________ Design Professional Information (if different than applicant) Landscape Architect or Designer Name: _____________________________________________ Address:_________________________City:________________State:_____Zip Code:________ Email:___________________________Phone:__________________________ Signature
In the following statement, circle the compliance path option designated above and sign and date this sheet: “The information provided herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I agree to comply with the requirements of the PRESCRIPTIVE / PERFORMANCE compliance option of the MWELO and submit a complete landscape documentation package.” ______________________________________ ___________________ Applicant Signature Date
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Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance
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https://www.colma.ca.gov/
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Performance Compliance WELO Worksheet
Instructions to fill out the Performance Compliance Worksheet can be found on page 5.

ETOa (in/year): _______________
MAWA = EToa x 0.62 x [ETAF x RLA + 1.0 x SLA] =
____________________________________________________________________________ The maximum ETAF allowed in the MAWA equation must be equal to 0.55 -- for residential regular landscape areas (RLA); 0.45 -- for non-residential regular landscape areas (RLA); 1.0 -- for special landscape areas (SLA)

A B C D E F
Hydrozone
(Number, letter,
or other
designation)
Plant
Factor b
“PF”
Irrigation
Efficiency
c “IE”
Evapotranspiration
Adjustment Factor ETAF
= PF / IE
Hydrozone
Area
(sq.ft.)
Estimated Water Use
“EWU” = D x E x ETOa x
.62 (gallons/year)
SLA NA NA 1.0
SLA NA NA 1.0
SLA NA NA 1.0
ETWU Total NA NA NA

MAWA NA NA NA
a Annual ETo for the nearest City
From Appendix C (Title 23
California Code of Regulations,
Division 2, Chapter 2.7)
b Plant Factor (PF) from WUCOLS:

Very Low = less than 0.1; Low = 0.1 -

0.3; Moderate = 0.4 - 0.6; High = 0.7 -

1.0 c Average Irrigation System
Overhead Irrigation = 0.75; Drip Irrigation =

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Water
Efficient Landscape Ordinance
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Phone: 650.757.8888
https://www.colma.ca.gov/
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Performance Compliance MWELO Worksheet
Instructions
When the performance compliance option is selected, the project applicant or designee must complete the worksheet on page 4 . This form is required for submittal with the Landscape Documentation Package. Additional rows or multiple sheets should be used if there are more than 12 hydrozones. The ETWU (gallons per year) must be equal to or less than the MAWA (annual gallons allowed) to comply with MWELO.

Step 1: Reference Evapotranspiration.

Look up the Annual EToa value for the nearest City using the Reference Evapotranspiration (ETo) Table provided in Appendix C of Title 23 California Code of Regulations, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 and use this value in the EWU and MAWA calculations.

Step 2: Calculate the Maximum Applied Water Allowance (MAWA).

1. RLA is the total regular landscape area in square feet.

2. SLA is the total special landscape area in square feet.

3. MAWA is calculated based on the maximum ETAF allowed for the type of landscape areas for the landscape project and is expressed as annual gallons allowed.

4. Effective Precipitation. Per Section 493.3(b)(5), a local agency may consider Effective Precipitation (Eppt), (25% of annual precipitation) in tracking water use and may use the following equation to calculate MAWA:
i. Residential landscapes: MAWA = (ETo - Eppt) x (0.62) x [0.55 x RLA + 1.0 x SLA]
ii. Non-residential landscapes: MAWA = (ETo - Eppt) x (0.62) x [0.45 x RLA + 1.0 x SLA]
Step 3: Calculate the Estimated Total Water Use (ETWU). (a) Column A -- List each hydrozone using the label corresponding to the Landscape Design Plan.
(b) Columns B and C -- Complete the ETWU table for each hydrozone based on the plant factor (PF) and the average irrigation system efficiency (IE). The plant factor is found in Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOLS). (c) Column D -- calculate the ETAF for each hydrozone by dividing the PF (Column B) by the IE (column C); write the result in column D.
(d) Column E -- for each hydrozone measure and report:
i. Regular landscape area (RLA) as defined in Section 490.2(a)(72). i. Special landscape areas (SLA), as defined in Section 490.2(a)(79), are not included in RLA measurements.

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(e) Column F -- calculate the Estimated Water Use (EWU) for each hydrozone by multiplying columns D, E, EToa and 0.62 (conversion factor) and write the result in column F.
(f) ETWU -- is the sum of EWU for each hydrozone and is expressed as gallons per year.

Step 4: Compare ETWU with MAWA.

The ETWU (gallons per year) must be equal to or less than the MAWA (annual gallows allowed) to comply with MWELO.

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Wate
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Certificate of Completion Package
This form must be completed and submitted to the Building Department prior to permit close- out. This certificate must be filled out by the project applicant or their landscape professional designee to certify that the landscape project has been installed in accordance with the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.

1. Prescriptive compliance option:: complete Element(s) 1,2,4, and 5

2. Performance compliance option: complete all 6 elements.

Element 1
Project Information
Applicant Name: _______________________________ Company:________________________ Property Owner Name (if different):______________________________ Project Name:______________________________________
Address:_________________________City:________________State:_____Zip Code:________ Email:___________________________Phone:__________________________ Water Purveyor: _____________________________________________________________ Water Supply Type (Circle One): Potable / Recycled / Well / Other: ____________________ Project Information
Address:_________________________City:________________State:_____Zip Code:________ APN(s): _______________ Meter Number(s) (if available): _____________________________ Element 2
Certification of Installation According to the Landscape Documentation Package Certification by the designer of record that the landscape project has been installed per the approved Landscape Documentation Package per Section 491.4 and the applicable documents:

1. Where there have been significant changes made in the field during construction, these “as-built” or record drawings shall be included.

2. A diagram of the irrigation plan showing hydrozones shall be kept with the automatic irrigation controller for subsequent management processes “I/we certify that based upon periodic site observations, the work has been completed in accordance with the model ordinance and that the landscape planting and irrigation installation Town of Colma
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conform with the criteria and specifications of the approved Landscape Documentation Package.”
______________________________________ ___________________ Primary Designer of Record Signature Date
______________________________________
Primary Designer of Record Name (print)
______________________________________ ___________________ Secondary Designer of Record Signature Date
______________________________________
Secondary Designer Name (print)
Element 3
Soil Management Report
Attach soil management report, if not previously submitted with the Landscape Documentation Package per model ordinance Section 491.4(b).

Attach documentation verifying implementation of recommendations from soil analysis management report per model ordinance Section 493.1.

Element 4
Irrigation Scheduling Parameters
Attach irrigation scheduling parameters used to set the automatic irrigation controller per model ordinance Section 493.4.

Element 5
Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule
Attach landscape and irrigation maintenance schedule per model ordinance Section 493.5.

Element 6
Irrigation Audit and Report
Attach Irrigation Audit Report per model ordinance Section 493.6.

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Project Applicant Signature
“I/w
e certify that I/we have received copies of all the documents within the Certificate of Completion Package and that it is our responsibility to see that the project is maintained in accordance with the Landscape and Irrigation Maintenance Schedule.” ______________________________________ ___________________ Project Applicant (or designee) Signature Date
Please answer the questions below:

1. Date the Landscape Documentation Package was submitted to the local agency __________

2. Date the Landscape Documentation Package was approved by the local agency __________

3. Date that a copy of the Water Efficient Landscape Worksheet (including the Water Budget Calculation) was submitted to the local water purveyor __________ Ord. --, Amending Subchapter 5 - Zoning Page 1 of 4
ORDINANCE NO. ---

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF COLMA
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SUBCHAPTER 5.11 TOF THE COLMA MUNICIPAL

CODE IN FURTHERANCE OF THE MODEL WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE, PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINE 15378 & 15308
The City Council of the Town of Colma does hereby ordain as follows:

ARTICLE 1. RECITALS.

The City Council of the Town of Colma finds:
(a) Pursuant to the Town’s police power, as granted broadly under Article XI, Section 7 of the California Constitution, the City Council has the authority to enact and enforce ordinances and regulations for the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the Town and its residents; and
(b) The City Council wishes to amend and update the Town’s planning, zoning, and land use regulations codified at Subchapters 5. 11 of Chapter 5 ( Planning, Zoning, Use & Development of Land & Improvements ) of the Colma Municipal Code to ensure compatibility with the State of California Model Water Efficient Landscaping Ordinance codified under Title 22, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 of the California Code of Regulations; and (d) The Zoning Code Amendment is necessary to ensure consistency with state law; and (e) The City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing on September 10, 2025, at which time the City Council fully considered all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered at the aforesaid public hearing; and
(f) It is expected that the ordinance will be exempt from further CEQA review pursuant to Section 15378 as it is more akin to general policy and procedure making not directly related to any specific activity or project. It is also exempt on a separate and independent basis under CEQA Guideline 15308 as a regulation authorized by state law and local ordinance for the protection of water resources.
(g) The requested amendments are desirable for the development of the community because it is consistent with and/or implements the General Plan goals and policies, including:

1. Goal LU -1: New development should complement existing development to create a distinctive community.

2. Policy LU-1-5: Clear and Predictable Development Standards. Strive to adopt and communicate clear and predictable development standards to ensure new development meets the expectations of the Town.

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3. Polic
y LU -2-2: Water Efficient Landscape. Apply the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance to new development and projects that include a qualifying amount of replacement or new landscaping
(h) This Ordinance is a matter of citywide importance and necessary for the preservation and protection of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare of the community and is a valid exercise of the local police power and in accord with State law; and (i) All legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

ARTICLE 2. INCORPORATION OF RECITALS.

The City Council hereby finds that all of the foregoing recitals and the staff report presented herewith are true and correct and are hereby incorporated and adopted as findings of the City Council as if fully set forth herein.

ARTICLE 3. AMENDMENT.

The Colma Municipal Code Subchapter 5.11 is hereby amended as set forth in the attached Exhibit “A,” incorporated by this reference.

ARTICLE 4. SEVERABILITY. Each of the provisions of this Ordinance is severable from all other provisions. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

ARTICLE 5. CEQA. It is expected that the ordinance will be exempt from further CEQA review for pursuant to Section 15378 as it is more akin to general policy and procedure making not directly related to any specific activity or project. It is also exempt on a separate and independent basis under CEQA Guideline 15308 as a regulation authorized by state law and local ordinance for the protection of water resources.

ARTICLE 6. NOTICE OF DETERMINATION . Town staff is hereby authorized and directed to prepare, file, and post a Notice of Determination pursuant to CEQA with respect to the adoption of this Ordinance.

ARTICLE 7. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance, or a summary thereof prepared by the City Attorney, shall be posted on the three (3) official bulletin boards of the Town of Colma within 15 days of its passage and is to take force and effect thirty (30) days after its passage.

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I cer
tify that the foregoing Ordinance No. --- was duly introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the Town of Colma held on September 24, 2025 and duly adopted at a regular meeting of said City Council held on October 8, 2025
Name Voting Present, Not Voting Absent
Aye No Abstain Not Participating
Ken Gonzalez, Mayor
Carrie Slaughter, Vice Mayor
Helen Fisicaro
Joanne F. del Rosario
Thomas Walsh
Voting Tally
Date
d ______________________ ____________________________________ Ken Gonzalez, Mayor
Attest: _____________________________
Michelle Estabillo, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT “A”
Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
October 2025
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CHAPTER FIVE: PLANNING, ZONING, USE, AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND AND

IMPROVEMENTS
Subchapter 5.11: Water Efficient Landscape Regulations

5.11.010 Fi ndings and Purpose
(a) The City Council hereby finds:
(
1) that the waters of the state are of limited supply and are subject to ever increasing d
emands;
(2) that the continuation of California’s economic prosperity is dependent on the av
ailability of adequate supplies of water for future uses; (3) that it is the policy of the State to promote the conservation and efficient use of wat
er and to prevent the waste of this valuable resource;
(4) that landscapes are essential to the quality of life in California by providing areas fo
r active and passive recreation and as an enhancement to the environment by cleaning air and water, preventing erosion, offering fire protection, and replacing ecosystems lost to development;
(5) that landscape design, installation, maintenance and management can and should b
e water efficient;
(6) that Section 2 of Article X of the California Constitution specifies that the right to u
se water is limited to the amount reasonably required for the beneficial use to be served and the right does not and shall not extend to waste or unreasonable method of use;
(7) this ordinance is as effective in conserving water as the Model Ordinance. For the most part, the Town has only made minor changes to the Model Ordinance to better recognize the unique topography of the Town where cemeteries, which comprise approximately 76% of the Town's land area These changes do not impact or otherwise change the water efficient landscape regulations contained in the Model Ordinance;
(b) Consistent with these findings, the purposes of this ordinance are to:
(1) Promote the values and benefits of landscapes, including cemetery landscapes, wh
ile supporting landscape practices that integrate and go beyond the conservation and efficient use of water;
(2) establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining and managing wat
er efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated projects by encouraging the use of a watershed approach that requires cross- sector collaboration of industry, government and property owners to achieve the many benefits possible, while recognizing the special landscape management needs of and public benefits provided by cemeteries;
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(3) establish provisions for water management practices and water waste prevention for existing landscapes;
(4) encourage local agencies to designate the necessary authority that implements an
d enforces the provisions of the Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance or its local landscape ordinance.
(c) Landscapes that are planned, designed, installed, managed and maintained with the wat
ershed based approach can improve California’s environmental conditions and provide benefits and realize sustainability goals. Such landscapes will make the urban environment resilient in the face of climatic extremes. Consistent with the legislative findings and purpose of the Ordinance, conditions in the urban setting will be improved by:
(1) Creating the conditions to support life in the soil by reducing compaction, incorporating organic matter that increases water retention, and promoting productive plant growth that leads to more carbon storage, oxygen production, shade, habitat and esthetic benefits.
(2) Minimizing energy use by reducing irrigation water requirements, reducing reliance o
n petroleum based fertilizers and pesticides, and planting climate appropriate shade trees in urban areas.
(3) Conserving water by capturing and reusing rainwater and graywater wherever p
ossible and selecting climate appropriate plants that need minimal supplemental water after establishment.
(4) Protecting air and water quality by reducing power equipment use and landfill d
isposal trips, selecting recycled and locally sourced materials, and using compost, mulch and efficient irrigation equipment to prevent erosion. (5) Protecting existing habitat and creating new habitat by choosing local native p
lants, climate adapted non -natives and avoiding invasive plants. Utilizing integrated pest management with least toxic methods as the first course of action. [History: formerly § 5.1101; ORD. 448, 12/9/92; ORD. 458, 12/9/92; ORD. 456, 8/1/93; ORD. 638, 12/14/05; ORD. 684, 12/9/09; ORD. 686, 1/13/10; ORD. 697, 6/8/11; ORD. 753, 12/9/15; ORD. ___ 9/24/25]]

5.11.020 Ap plicability
(a) This ordinance shall apply to all of the following landscape p rojects:
(1) new co nstruction projects with landscape area equal to or greater than 500 square feet requiring a building or landscape permit, plan check or design review; (2) rehabilitated landscape projects with area equal to or greater than 2,500 square f
eet requiring a building or landscape permit , plan check, or design review; (3) Cemeteries; and
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(4) Special Landscaped Areas.
(b) This ordinance does not apply to:
(1) Registered local, state or federal historical s ites; (2) Ecological restoration projects that do not require a permanent irrigation s ystem; (3) Mined-l and reclamation projects that do not require a permanent irrigation system; or
(4) Existing plant collections, as part of botanical gardens and arboretums open to the p
ublic.
[History: formerly § 5.1102; ORD. 448, 12/9/92; ORD. 638, 12/14/05; ORD. 684, 12/9/09; ORD. 686, 1/13/10; ORD. 697, 6/8/11; ORD. 753, 12/9/15; ORD. ___ 9/24/25]]

5.11.030 Guidelines for Implementation Of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
The City Council has adopted a separate guidebook titled “Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations” to implement all the terms of this ordinance. The Town shall have the ability to enforce the terms of the guidebook under any enforcement authority authorized by this Subchapter.

5.11.040 Definitions.

T
he following definitions shall apply for the purposes of this chapter:
(a) “applied water” means the portion of water supplied by the irrigation system to the l
andscape.
(b) automatic irrigation controller” means a timing device used to remotely control valves that operate an irrigation system. Automatic irrigation controllers are able to self-adjust and schedule irrigation events using either evapotranspiration (weather-based) or soil moisture data. (c) “backflow p revention device” means a safety device used to prevent pollution or contamination of the water supply due to the reverse flow of water from the irrigation system. (d) “Certificate of Completion” means the certificate required to be completed and submitted t
o the Town certifying that the landscape project has complied with the provisions of the water efficient landscape regulations contained in this ordinance. (e) “certified irrigation designer” means a person certified to design irrigation systems by an ac
credited academic institution, a professional trade organization, or other program such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense irrigation designer certification program and Irrigation Association’s Certified Irrigation Designer program. (f) “certified landscape irrigation auditor” means a person certified to perform landscape i
rrigation audits by an accredited academic institution, a professional trade organization or other Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
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program such as the US Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense irrigation auditor certification program and Irrigation Association’s Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor program. (g) “check valve” or “anti-d rain valve” means a valve located under a sprinkler head, or other location in the irrigation system, to hold water in the system to prevent drainage from sprinkler heads when the sprinkler is off. “common interest developments” means community apartment projects, condominium projects, planned developments, and stock cooperatives pursuant to California Civil Code Section 1351.
(h) “compost” means the safe and stable product of controlled biologic decomposition of o
rganic materials that is beneficial to plant growth.
(i) “conversion factor (0.62)” means the number that converts acre-i nches per acre per year to gallons per square foot per year.
(j) “distribution uniformity” means the measure of the uniformity of irrigation water over a d
efined area.
(k) “drip ir rigation” means any non -spray low volume irrigation system utilizing emission devices with a flow rate measured in gallons per hour. Low volume irrigation systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants. (l) “ecological restoration project” means a project where the site is intentionally altered to e
stablish a defined, indigenous, historic ecosystem.
(m) “effective precipitation” or “usable rainfall” or “Eppt” means the portion of total p
recipitation which becomes available for plant growth.
(n) “emitter” means a drip irrigation emission device that delivers water slowly from the system to the soil.
(o) “established landscape” means the point at which plants in the landscape have developed s
ignificant root growth into the soil. Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of growth.
(p) “establishment p eriod of the plants” means the first year after installing the plant in the landscape or the first two years if irrigation will be terminated after establishment. Typically, most plants are established after one or two years of growth. Native habitat mitigation areas and trees may need three to five years for establishment.
(q) “Estimated Total Water Use” or “ETWU” means the total water used for the landscape as d
escribed in Section 5.11.070.
(r) “ET adjustment factor” (ETAF) means a factor of 0.55 for residential areas and 0.45 for n
on-residential areas, that, when applied to reference evapotranspiration, adjusts for plant factors and irrigation efficiency, two major influences upon the amount of water that needs to be applied to the landscape. The ETAF for a new and existing (non -rehabilitated) Special Landscape Areas shall not exceed 1.0. The ETAF for existing non-rehabilitated landscapes is 0.8. (s) “evapotranspiration r ate” means the quantity of water evaporated from adjacent soil and Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
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other surfaces and transpired by plants during a specified time. (t) “flow rate” means the rate at which water flows through pipes, valves and emission d
evices, measured in gallons per minute, gallons per hour, or cubic feet per second. (u) “flow sensor” means an inline device installed at the supply point of the irrigation system that produces a repeatable signal proportional to flow rate. Flow sensors must be connected to an automatic irrigation controller, or flow monitor capable of receiving flow signals and operating master valves. This combination flow sensor/controller may also function as a landscape water meter or submeter.
(v) “friable” means a soil condition that is easily crumbled or loosely compacted down to a mi
nimum depth per planting material requirements, whereby the root structure of newly planted material will be allowed to spread unimpeded.
(w) “Fuel Modification Plan Guideline” means guidelines from a local fire authority to assist r
esidents and businesses that are developing land or building structures in a fire hazard severity zone.
(x) “graywater" me ans untreated wastewater that has not been contaminated by any toilet discharge, has not been affected by infectious, contaminated, or unhealthy bodily wastes, and does not present a threat from contamination by unhealthful processing, manufacturing, or operating wastes. “Gray water” includes wastewater from bathtubs, showers, bathroom washbasins, clothes washing machines, and laundry tubs, but does not include wastewater from kitchen sinks or dishwashers per Health and Safety Code section 17922.12 (z) “hardscapes” means any durable material (pervious and non-pervious). (aa) “hydrozone”
means a portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar water Needs and rooting depth. A hydrozone may be irrigated or non-irrigated. (bb) “infiltration rate” means the rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a depth of wat
er per unit of time (e.g., inches per hour).
(cc) “invasive plant species” means species of plants not historically found in California that s
pread outside cultivated areas and can damage environmental or economic resources. Invasive species may be regulated by county agricultural agencies as noxious spec ies. Lists of invasive plants are maintained at the California Invasive Plant Inventory and USDA invasive and noxious weeds database.
(dd) “irrigation audit” means an in-d epth evaluation of the performance of an irrigation system conducted by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor. An irrigation audit includes, but is not limited to: inspection, system tune -up, system test with distribution uniformity or emission uniformity, reporting overspray or runoff that causes overland flow, and preparation of an irrigation schedule. The audit must be conducted in a manner consistent with the Irrigation Association’s Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certification program or other U.S. Environmental Protection Agency “Watersense” labeled auditing program. (ee) “irrigation efficiency” or “IE” means the measurement of the amount of water beneficially
used divided by the amount of water applied. Irrigation efficiency is derived from measurements and estimates of irrigation system characteristics and management practices. The irrigation Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
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efficiency for purposes of this ordinance are 0.75 for overhead spray devices and

0.81 for drip systems.
(ff) “irrigation survey” means an evaluation of an irrigation system that is less detailed than an irrigation audit. An irrigation survey includes, but is not limited to: inspection, system test, and written recommendations to improve performance of the irrigation system. (gg) “irrigation water use analysis” means an analysis of water use data based on meter r
eadings and billing data.
(hh) “landscape architect” means a person who holds a license to practice landscape ar
chitecture in the state of California Business and Professions Code, Section 5615. (ii) “landscape area” means all the i rrigated planting areas, turf grass areas, and water features in a landscape design plan subject to the Maximum Applied Water Allowance calculation.

The landscape area does not include footprints of buildings or structures, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, decks, patios, gravel or stone walks, other pervious or non-pervious hardscapes, and other non-irrigated areas designated for non-development (e.g., open spaces and existing native vegetation).
(jj) “landscape contractor” means a person licensed by the state of California to construct, mai
ntain, repair, install, or subcontract the development of landscape systems. (kk) “Landscape Documentation Package” means the documents required under Section

5.11.050.
(ll) “landscape project” means the total area of landscape in a project as defined in “
landscape area” for the purposes of this ordinance, meeting requirements under Section

5.11.020.
(mm) “landscape water meter” means an inline device installed at the irrigation supply point th
at measures the flow of water into the irrigation system and is connected to a totalizer to record water use.
(nn) “lateral line” means the water delivery pipeline that supplies water to the emitters or s
prinklers from the valve.
(oo) “local agency” means a city or county, including a charter city or charter county, that is responsible for adopting and implementing the ordinance. The local agency is also responsible for the enforcement of this ordinance, including but not limited to, approval of a permit and plan check or design review of a project.
(pp) “local water purveyor” means any entity, including a public agency, city, county, or p
rivate water company that provides retail water service. (qq) “low volume irrigation” means the application of irrigation water at low pressure through a
system of tubing or lateral lines and low-volume emitters such as drip, drip lines, and bubblers.

Low volume irrigation systems are specifically designed to apply small volumes of water slowly at or near the root zone of plants.
(rr) “main line” means the pressurized pipeline that delivers water from the water source to Water Efficient Landscape Regulations
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the valve or outlet.

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(ss) “master shut-off valve” is an automatic valve installed at the irrigation supply point which controls water flow into the irrigation system. When this valve is closed water will not be supplied to the irrigation system. A master valve will greatly reduce any water loss due to a leaky station valve.
(tt) “Maximum Applied Water Allowance” or “MAWA” means the upper limit of annual ap
plied water for the established landscaped area as specified in Section 5.11.070. It is based upon the area’s reference evapotranspiration, the ET Adjustment Factor, and the size of the landscape area. The Estimated Total Water Use shall not exceed the Maximum Applied Water Allowance. Special Landscape Areas are subject to the MAWA with an ETAF not to exceed 1.0.

MAWA = (ETo) (0.62) [(ETAF x LA) + ((1-ETAF) x SLA)].
(uu) “median” is an area between opposing lanes of traffic that may be unplanted or planted wi
th trees, shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses.
(vv) “microclimate” means the climate of a small, specific area that may contrast with the c
limate of the overall landscape area due to factors such as wind, sun exposure, plant density, or proximity to reflective surfaces.
(ww) “mined -land reclamation projects” means any surface mining operation with a reclamation plan approved in accordance with the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975. (xx) “mulch” means any organic material such as leaves, bark, straw, compost, or inorganic mi
neral materials such as rocks, gravel or decomposed granite left loose and applied to the soil surface for the beneficial purposes of reducing evaporation, suppressing weeds, moderating soil temperature, and preventing soil erosion.
(yy) “new construction” means, for the purposes of this ordinance, a new building with a landscape area or other new landscape project, such as a cemetery, park, playground, or greenbelt without an associated building.
(zz) “non-r esidential landscape” means landscapes in commercial, institutional, industrial and public settings that may have areas designated for recreation or public assembly. It also includes portions of common areas of common interest developments with designated recreational areas. (aaa) “operating pressure” means the pressure at which the parts of an irrigation system are d
esigned by the manufacturer to operate.
(bbb) “overhead sprinkler irrigation systems” or “overhead spray irrigation systems” means s
ystems that deliver water through the air(e.g., spray heads and rotors). (ccc) “overspray” means the irrigation water which is delivered beyond the target area. (
ddd) “parkway” means the area between a sidewalk and the curb or traffic lane. It may be p
lanted or unplanted, and with or without pedestrian egress. (eee) “ performance requirements” or “performance compliance option” are the compliance requirements for landscaping projects. The performance requirements are contained within the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations.

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(fff) “permit” means an authorizing document issued by local agencies for new construction or rehabilitated landscapes.
(ggg) “prescriptive requirements” or “prescriptive compliance option” is an alternative set of compliance requirements that can be utilized for new construction projects less than 2,500 sq.ft.

The prescriptive requirements are contained within the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations. (hhh) “pervious” means any surface or material that allows the passage of water through the material and into the underlying soil.
(iii) “plant factor” or “plant water use factor” is a factor, when multiplied by ETo, estimates t
he amount of water needed by plants. For purposes of this ordinance, the plant factor range for very low water use plants is 0 to 0.1, the plant factor range for low water use plants is 0.1 to 0.3, the plant factor range for moderate water use plants is 0.4 to 0.6, and the plant factor range for high water use plants is 0.7 to 1.0. Plant factors cited in this ordinance are derived from the publication “Water Use Classification of Landscape Species”. Plant factors may also be obtained from horticultural researchers from academic institutions or professional associations as approved by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR).
(jjj)
“project applicant” means the individual or entity submitting a Landscape Documentation Package required under Section 5.11.060, to request a permit, plan check, or design review from the local agency. A project applicant may be the property owner or his or her designee. (kkk)
“r
ain sensor” or “rain sensing shutoff device” means a component which automatically suspends an irrigation event when it rains.
(lll) “record drawing” or “as- b uilts” means a set of reproducible drawings which show significant changes in the work made during construction and which are usually based on drawings marked up in the field and other data furnished by the contractor. (mmm) “recreational area” means areas, excluding private single family residential areas, designated for active play, recreation or public assembly in parks, sports fields, picnic grounds, amphitheaters and/or golf courses, tees, fairways, roughs, surrounds and greens. Private single- family residential landscapes are not recreational areas. (nnn) “recycled water”, “reclaimed water”, or “treated sewage effluent water” means treated or recycled waste water of a quality suitable for non -potable uses such as landscape irrigation and water features. This water is not intended for human consumption. (ooo) “reference evapotranspiration” or “ETo” means a standard measurement of environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. ETo is expressed in inches per day, month, or year, and is an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large field of four- to seven- inch tall, cool-season grass that is well watered. Reference evapotranspiration is used as the basis of determining the Maximum Applied Water Allowance so that regional differences in climate can be accommodated.

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(ppp) “Regional Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance” means a local Ordinance adopted by two or more local agencies, water suppliers and other stakeholders for implementing a consistent set of landscape provisions throughout a geographical region. Regional ordinances are strongly encouraged to provide a consistent framework for the landscape industry and applicants to adhere to.

(qqq) “Regular Landscaped Area” is the portion of the irrigated landscape area that is not a special landscape area.

(rrr) “ rehabilitated landscape” means any re-landscaping project that requires a permit, plan check, or design review, meets the requirements of Section 5.11.020, and the modified landscape area is equal to or greater than 2,500 square feet.

(sss) “residential landscape” means landscapes surrounding single or multifamily homes.

(ttt) “runoff” means water which is not absorbed by the soil or landscape to which it is applied and flows from the landscape area. For example, runoff may result from water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate exceeds infiltration rate) or when there is a slope.

(uuu) “soil moisture sensing device” or “soil moisture sensor” means a device that measures the amount of water in the soil. The device may also suspend or initiate an irrigation event.

(vvv) “soil texture” means the classification of soil based on its percentage of sand, silt, and clay.

(www) “Special Landscape Area” (SLA) means an area of the landscape dedicated solely to edible plants, recreational areas, areas irrigated with recycled water, or water features using recycled water.

(xxx) “state model water ordinance” are the statewide regulations for landscaping projects pursuant to Title 23, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 of the California Code of Regulations.

(yyy) “Water Efficient Landscape Documentation Package” means the required submittal documents required per the compliance option chosen by the applicant, as described in CMC

5.11.040. The required documents are contained within the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations.

(zzz) “sprinkler head” means a device which delivers water through a nozzle.

(i) “static water pressure” means the pipeline or municipal water supply pressure when water is not flowing.

(ii) “station” means an area served by one valve or by a set of valves that operate simultaneously.

(iii) “swing joint” means an irrigation component that provides a flexible, leak-free connection between the emission device and lateral pipeline to allow movement in any direction and to prevent equipment damage.

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(iv) “submeter” means a metering device to measure water applied to the landscape that is installed after the primary utility water meter.
(v) “turf” means a ground cover surface of mowed grass. Annual bluegrass, Kentucky b
luegrass, Perennial ryegrass, Red fescue, and Tall fescue are cool -season grasses.

Bermudagrass, Kikuyugrass, Seashore Paspalum, St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, and Buffalo grass are warm-season grasses.
(vi) “valve” means a device used to control the flow of water in the irrigation system. (
vii) “water conserving plant species” means a plant species identified as having a very low o
r low plant factor.
(viii) “water feature” means a design element where open water performs an aesthetic or r
ecreational function. Water features include ponds, lakes, waterfalls, fountains, artificial streams, spas, and swimming pools (where water is artificially supplied). The surface area of water features is included in the high water use hydrozone of the landscape area. Constructed wetlands used for on-site wastewater treatment or stormwater best management practices that are not irrigated and used solely for water treatment or stormwater retention are not water features and, therefore, are not subject to the water budget calculation. (viv) “watering window” means the time of day irrigation is allowed. (vv) “
WUCOLS” means the Water Use Classification of Landscape Species published by the University of California Cooperative Extension, and the Department of Water Resources 2014. [History: ORD. 684, 12/9/09; ORD. 686, 1/13/10; ORD. 753, 12/9/15; ORD. ___ 9/24/25]]

5.11.040 Water Efficient Landscape Documentation Package. (a) Any proposed landscaping, as defined in CMC 5.11.020, shall comply with the State Model Water Ordinance as set forth herein and pursuant to Title 23, Division 2, Chapter 2.7. of the California Code of Regulations.
(b) Landscape projects shall be subject to the following requirements:
a. Any landscaping project with an aggregate landscape area greater than 2,500 sq.ft. shall comply with the performance requirements contained in the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations. b. New construction projects with an aggregate landscape area of 2,500 square feet or less shall either comply with the performance requirements or the prescriptive requirements contained in the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations.
(c) A project applicant shall complete the Water Efficient Landscape Documentation Package, as set forth in the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations.

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(d) Landscaping shall comply with the Landscape Design, Grading Design, and Irrigation Design Principles, as set forth in the Town of Colma Guidelines for Implementation of the Water Efficient Landscape Regulations.

5.11.050 Cemeteries

Recognizing the special landscape management needs of cemeteries, new and rehabilitated cemeteries shall be defined as “Special Landscaped Areas”.

5.11.060 Enforcement and Administration.

(a) The City Planner or designee is authorized to administer and enforce the provisions of this ordinance for the Town.

(b) The Town may delegate to, or enter into a contract with, a local agency, local water purveyor, or other person to implement and administer any or all of the requirements contained in this ordinance on behalf of the Town.

(c) All departments, officials, or public employees, vested with the duty or authority to issue licenses, permits, or certificates of occupancy where required by law, shall conform to the provisions of this ordinance. No such permit or license for buildings, uses, or purposes where the same would be in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall be issued. Any such permit or license, if issued in conflict with the provisions hereof, shall be null and void.

[History: Ord. 684, 12/9/09; ORD. 686, 1/13/10; ORD. ___ 9/24/25] ]

5.11.070 Water-Waste Prevention – Runoff Prohibited.

(a) No property owner or person responsible for overseeing a landscape irrigation plan shall allow runoff caused by inefficient landscape irrigation to occur on any parcel within the Town of Colma. Impermissible runoff, for purposes of this section, shall include, without limitation, runoff leaving the target landscape due to low head drainage; overspray; or other similar conditions where water flows onto adjacent property, non-irrigated areas, walks, roadways, parking lots, or structures.

(b) The City Engineer may modify restrictions regarding overspray and runoff if:

(1) the landscape area is adjacent to permeable surfacing and no runoff occurs; or

(2) the adjacent non -permeable surfaces are designed and constructed to drain entirely to landscaping.

[History: ORD. 684, 12/9/09; ORD. 686, 1/13/10; ORD. ___ 9/24/25]]

5.11.080 Reporting.

The Town shall be required to report on the implementation and enforcement of this subchapter in accordance with the Department of Water Resources’ requirements.

[History: ORD. 753, 12/9/15; ORD. ___ 9/24/25]]
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5.11.100 Violations.
(a) Any person violating any of the provisions of this subchapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, which shall be punishable as set forth in section 1.05.010 et seq. of the Colma Municipal Code.
(b) Any action or inaction that violates this ordinance is declared to be a public nuisance, wh
ich may be abated pursuant to the procedures set forth in the Property Maintenance and Nuisance Abatement Ordinance of the Town of Colma (Colma Municipal Code, Chapt er 2.01).

This Property Maintenance and Nuisance Abatement Ordinance also authorizes the imposition of administrative citations for any public nuisance and/or violation of the Colma Municipal Code. (c) The remedies for enforcement of a permit set forth in this ordinance are cumulative and i
n addition to all other remedies provided by law.
[History: ORD. 684, 12/9/09; ORD. 686, 1/13/10; ORD. ___ 9/24/25] I
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