This General Aggregate limit does not
apply to "property damage" to premises
while rented to you or temporarily
occupied by you with permission of the
owner, arising out of fire, lightning or
explosion.
3. Each Occurrence Limit
Subject to 2.a. or 2.b above, whichever
applies, the most we will pay for the sum of all
damages because of all "bodily injury",
"property damage" and medical expenses
arising out of any one "occurrence" is the
Liability and Medical Expenses Limit shown in
the Declarations.
The most we will pay for all medical expenses
because of "bodily injury" sustained by any
one person is the Medical Expenses Limit
shown in the Declarations.
4. Personal And Advertising Injury Limit
Subject to 2.b. above, the most we will pay for
the sum of all damages because of all
"personal and advertising injury" sustained by
any one person or organization is the Personal
and Advertising Injury Limit shown in the
Declarations.
5. Damage To Premises Rented To You Limit
The Damage To Premises Rented To You
Limit is the most we will pay under Business
Liability Coverage for damages because of
"property damage" to any one premises, while
rented to you, or in the case of damage by fire,
lightning or explosion, while rented to you or
temporarily occupied by you with permission of
the owner.
In the case of damage by fire, lightning or
explosion, the Damage to Premises Rented To
You Limit applies to all damage proximately
caused by the same event, whether such
damage results from fire, lightning or explosion
or any combination of these.
6. How Limits Apply To Additional Insureds
The most we will pay on behalf of a person or
organization who is an additional insured
under this Coverage Part is the lesser of:
a. The limits of insurance specified in a
written contract, written agreement or
permit issued by a state or political
subdivision; or
b. The Limits of Insurance shown in the
Declarations.
Such amount shall be a part of and not in
addition to the Limits of Insurance shown in
the Declarations and described in this Section.
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If more than one limit of insurance under this
policy and any endorsements attached thereto
applies to any claim or "suit", the most we will pay
under this policy and the endorsements is the
single highest limit of liability of all coverages
applicable to such claim or "suit". However, this
paragraph does not apply to the Medical Expenses
limit set forth in Paragraph 3. above.
The Limits of Insurance of this Coverage Part apply
separately to each consecutive annual period and to
any remaining period of less than 12 months, starting
with the beginning of the policy period shown in the
Declarations, unless the policy period is extended
after issuance for an additional period of less than 12 months. In that case, the additional period will be
deemed part of the last preceding period for purposes
of determining the Limits of Insurance.
E. LIABILITY AND MEDICAL EXPENSES
GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy or insolvency of the insured or of
the insured's estate will not relieve us of our
obligations under this Coverage Part.
2. Duties In The Event Of Occurrence,
Offense, Claim Or Suit
a. Notice Of Occurrence Or Offense
You or any additional insured must see to
it that we are notified as soon as
practicable of an "occurrence" or an
offense which may result in a claim. To
the extent possible, notice should include:
(1) How, when and where the "occurrence"
or offense took place;
(2) The names and addresses of any
injured persons and witnesses; and
(3) The nature and location of any injury
or damage arising out of the
"occurrence" or offense.
b. Notice Of Claim
If a claim is made or "suit" is brought
against any insured, you or any additional
insured must:
(1) Immediately record the specifics of the
claim or "suit" and the date received;
and
(2) Notify us as soon as practicable.
You or any additional insured must see to
it that we receive a written notice of the
claim or "suit" as soon as practicable.
c. Assistance And Cooperation Of The
Insured
You and any other involved insured must:
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(1) Immediately send us copies of any
demands, notices, summonses or
legal papers received in connection
with the claim or "suit";
(2) Authorize us to obtain records and
other information;
(3) Cooperate with us in the investigation,
settlement of the claim or defense
against the "suit"; and
(4) Assist us, upon our request, in the
enforcement of any right against any
person or organization that may be
liable to the insured because of injury
or damage to which this insurance
may also apply.
d. Obligations At The lnsured's Own Cost
No insured will, except at that insured's own
cost, voluntarily make a payment, assume
any obligation, or incur any expense, other
than for first aid, without our consent.
e. Additional lnsured's Other Insurance
If we cover a claim or "suit" under this
Coverage Part that may also be covered
by other insurance available to an
additional insured, such additional insured
must submit such claim or "suit" to the
other insurer for defense and indemnity.
However, this provision does not apply to
the extent that you have agreed in a
written contract, written agreement or
permit that this insurance is primary and
non-contributory with the additional
insured's own insurance.
f. Knowledge Of An Occurrence, Offense,
Claim Or Suit
Paragraphs a. and b. apply to you or to
any additional insured only when such
"occurrence", offense, claim or "suit" is
known to:
(1) You or any additional insured that is
an individual;
(2) Any partner, if you or an additional
insured is a partnership;
(3) Any manager, if you or an additional
insured is a limited liability company;
(4) Any "executive officer" or insurance
manager, if you or an additional
insured is a corporation;
(5) Any trustee, if you or an additional
insured is a trust; or
(6) Any elected or appointed official, if you
or an additional insured is a political
subdivision or public entity.
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This Paragraph f. applies separately to
you and any additional insured.
3. Financial Responsibility Laws
a. When this policy is certified as proof of
financial responsibility for the future under
the provisions of any motor vehicle
financial responsibility law, the insurance
provided by the policy for "bodily injury"
liability and "property damage" liability will
comply with the provisions of the law to
the extent of the coverage and limits of
insurance required by that law.
b. With respect to "mobile equipment" to
which this insurance applies, we will
provide any liability, uninsured motorists,
underinsured motorists, no-fault or other
coverage required by any motor vehicle
law. We will provide the required limits for
those coverages.
4. Legal Action Against Us
No person or organization has a right under
this Coverage Form:
a. To join us as a party or otherwise bring us
into a "suit" asking for damages from an
insured; or
b. To sue us on this Coverage Form unless
all of its terms have been fully complied
with.
A person or organization may sue us to recover
on an agreed settlement or on a final judgment
against an insured; but we will not be liable for
damages that are not payable under the terms of
this insurance or that are in excess of the
applicable limit of insurance. An agreed
settlement means a settlement and release of
liability signed by us, the insured and the
claimant or the claimant's legal representative.
5. Separation Of Insureds
Except with respect to the Limits of Insurance,
and any rights or duties specifically assigned
in this policy to the first Named Insured, this
insurance applies:
a. As if each Named Insured were the only
Named Insured; and
b. Separately to each insured against whom
a claim is made or "suit" is brought.
6. Representations
a. When You Accept This Policy
By accepting this policy, you agree:
(1) The statements in the Declarations
are accurate and complete;
(2) Those statements are based upon
representations you made to us; and
(3) We have issued this policy in reliance
upon your representations.
b. Unintentional Failure To Disclose
Hazards
If unintentionally you should fail to disclose
all hazards relating to the conduct of your
business at the inception date of this
Coverage Part, we shall not deny any
coverage under this Coverage Part
because of such failure.
7. Other Insurance
If other valid and collectible insurance is
available for a loss we cover under this
Coverage Part, our obligations are limited as
follows:
a. Primary Insurance
This insurance is primary except when b.
below applies. If other insurance is also
primary, we will share with all that other
insurance by the method described in c.
below.
b. Excesslnsurance
This insurance is excess over any of the
other insurance, whether primary, excess,
contingent or on any other basis:
(1) YourWork
That is Fire, Extended Coverage,
Builder's Risk, Installation Risk or
similar coverage for "your work";
(2) Premises Rented To You
That is fire, lightning or explosion
insurance for premises rented to you
or temporarily occupied by you with
permission of the owner;
(3) Tenant Liability
That is insurance purchased by you to
cover your liability as a tenant for
"property damage" to premises rented
to you or temporarily occupied by you
with permission of the owner;
(4) Aircraft, Auto Or Watercraft
If the loss arises out of the maintenance
or use of aircraft, "autos" or watercraft to
the extent not subject to Exclusion g. of
Section A. - Coverages.
(5) Property Damage To Borrowed
Equipment Or Use Of Elevators
If the loss arises out of "property
damage" to borrowed equipment or
the use of elevators to the extent not
subject to Exclusion k. of Section A. -
Coverages.
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(6) When You Are Added As An
Additional Insured To Other
Insurance
That is other insurance available to
you covering liability for damages
arising out of the premises or
operations, or products and completed
operations, for which you have been
added as an additional insured by that
insurance; or
(7) When You Add Others As An
Additional Insured To This
Insurance
That is other insurance available to an
additional insured.
However, the following provisions
apply to other insurance available to
any person or organization who is an
additional insured under this Coverage
Part:
(a) Primary Insurance When
Required By Contract
This insurance is primary if you
have agreed in a written contract,
written agreement or permit that
this insurance be primary. If other
insurance is also primary, we will
share with all that other insurance
by the method described in c.
below.
(b) Primary And Non-Contributory
To Other Insurance When
Required By Contract
If you have agreed in a written
contract, written agreement or
permit that this insurance is
primary and non-contributory with
the additional insured's own
insurance, this insurance is
primary and we will not seek
contribution from that other
insurance.
Paragraphs (a) and (b) do not apply to
other insurance to which the additional
insured has been added as an
additional insured.
When this insurance is excess, we will
have no duty under this Coverage Part to
defend the insured against any "suit" if any
other insurer has a duty to defend the
insured against that "suit". If no other
insurer defends, we will undertake to do
so, but we will be entitled to the insured's
rights against all those other insurers.
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When this insurance is excess over other
insurance, we will pay only our share of
the amount of the loss, if any, that
exceeds the sum of:
(1) The total amount that all such other
insurance would pay for the loss in the
absence of this insurance; and
(2) The total of all deductible and self
insured amounts under all that other
insurance.
We will share the remaining loss, if any, with
any other insurance that is not described in
this Excess Insurance provision and was not
bought specifically to apply in excess of the
Limits of Insurance shown in the
Declarations of this Coverage Part.
c. Method Of Sharing
If all the other insurance permits
contribution by equal shares, we will follow
this method also. Under this approach,
each insurer contributes equal amounts
until it has paid its applicable limit of
insurance or none of the loss remains,
whichever comes first.
If any of the other insurance does not permit
contribution by equal shares, we will
contribute by limits. Under this method, each
insurer's share is based on the ratio of its
applicable limit of insurance to the total
applicable limits of insurance of all insurers.
8. Transfer Of Rights Of Recovery Against
Others To Us
a. Transfer Of Rights Of Recovery
If the insured has rights to recover all or
part of any payment, including
Supplementary Payments, we have made
under this Coverage Part, those rights are
transferred to us. The insured must do
nothing after loss to impair them. At our
request, the insured will bring "suit" or
transfer those rights to us and help us
enforce them. This condition does not
apply to Medical Expenses Coverage.
b. Waiver Of Rights Of Recovery (Waiver
Of Subrogation)
If the insured has waived any rights of
recovery against any person or
organization for all or part of any payment,
including Supplementary Payments, we
have made under this Coverage Part, we
also waive that right, provided the insured
waived their rights of recovery against
such person or organization in a contract,
agreement or permit that was executed
prior to the injury or damage.
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F. OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL INSURED
COVERAGES
If listed or shown as applicable in the Declarations,
one or more of the following Optional Additional
Insured Coverages also apply. When any of these
Optional Additional Insured Coverages apply,
Paragraph 6. (Additional Insureds When Required
by Written Contract, Written Agreement or Permit)
of Section C., Who Is An Insured, does not apply
to the person or organization shown in the
Declarations. These coverages are subject to the
terms and conditions applicable to Business
Liability Coverage in this policy, except as
provided below:
1. Additional Insured - Designated Person Or
Organization
WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional insured
the person(s) or organization(s) shown in the
Declarations, but only with respect to liability
for "bodily injury", "property damage" or
"personal and advertising injury" caused, in
whole or in part, by your acts or omissions or
the acts or omissions of those acting on your
behalf:
a. In the performance of your ongoing
operations; or
b. In connection with your premises owned
by or rented to you.
2. Additional Insured - Managers Or Lessors
Of Premises
a. WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional insured
the person(s) or organization(s) shown in the
Declarations as an Additional Insured -
Designated Person Or Organization; but only
with respect to liability arising out of the
ownership, maintenance or use of that part of
the premises leased to you and shown in the
Declarations.
b. With respect to the insurance afforded to
these additional insureds, the following
additional exclusions apply:
This insurance does not apply to:
(1) Any "occurrence" which takes place
after you cease to be a tenant in that
premises; or
(2) Structural alterations, new
construction or demolition operations
performed by or on behalf of such
person or organization.
3. Additional Insured - Grantor Of Franchise
WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional insured
the person(s) or organization(s) shown in the
Declarations as an Additional Insured -
Granter Of Franchise, but only with respect to
their liability as granter of franchise to you.
4. Additional Insured - Lessor Of Leased
Equipment
a. WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional
insured the person(s) or organization(s)
shown in the Declarations as an Additional
Insured - Lessor of Leased Equipment,
but only with respect to liability for "bodily
injury", "property damage" or "personal
and advertising injury" caused, in whole or
in part, by your maintenance, operation or
use of equipment leased to you by such
person(s) or organization(s).
b. With respect to the insurance afforded to
these additional insureds, this insurance
does not apply to any "occurrence" which
takes place after you cease to lease that
equipment.
5. Additional Insured - Owners Or Other
Interests From Whom Land Has Been
Leased
a. WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional
insured the person(s) or organization(s)
shown in the Declarations as an Additional
Insured - Owners Or Other Interests From
Whom Land Has Been Leased, but only
with respect to liability arising out of the
ownership, maintenance or use of that part
of the land leased to you and shown in the
Declarations.
b. With respect to the insurance afforded to
these additional insureds, the following
additional exclusions apply:
This insurance does not apply to:
(1) Any "occurrence" that takes place
after you cease to lease that land; or
(2) Structural alterations, new
construction or demolition operations
performed by or on behalf of such
person or organization.
6. Additional Insured - State Or Political
Subdivision - Permits
a. WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional
insured the state or political subdivision
shown in the Declarations as an Additional
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Permits, but only with respect to
operations performed by you or on your
behalf for which the state or political
subdivision has issued a permit.
b. With respect to the insurance afforded to
these additional insureds, the following
additional exclusions apply:
This insurance does not apply to:
(1) "Bodily injury", "property damage" or
"personal and advertising injury"
arising out of operations performed for
the state or municipality; or
(2) "Bodily injury" or "property damage"
included in the "product-completed
operations" hazard.
7. Additional Insured - Vendors
a. WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional
insured the person(s) or organization(s)
(referred to below as vendor) shown in the
Declarations as an Additional Insured -
Vendor, but only with respect to "bodily
injury" or "property damage" arising out of
"your products" which are distributed or
sold in the regular course of the vendor's
business and only if this Coverage Part
provides coverage for "bodily injury" or
"property damage" included within the
"products-completed operations hazard".
b. The insurance afforded to the vendor is
subject to the following additional exclusions:
(1) This insurance does not apply to:
(a) "Bodily injury" or "property
damage" for which the vendor is
obligated to pay damages by
reason of the assumption of
liability in a contract or agreement.
This exclusion does not apply to
liability for damages that the
vendor would have in the absence
of the contract or agreement;
(b) Any express warranty
unauthorized by you;
(c) Any physical or chemical change
in the product made intentionally
by the vendor;
(d) Repackaging, unless unpacked
solely for the purpose of inspection,
demonstration, testing, or the
substitution of parts under
instructions from the manufacturer,
and then repackaged in the original
container;
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(e) Any failure to make such
inspections, adjustments, tests or
servicing as the vendor has agreed
to make or normally undertakes to
make in the usual course of
business, in connection with the
distribution or sale of the products;
(f) Demonstration, installation,
servicing or repair operations,
except such operations performed
at the vendor's premises in
connection with the sale of the
product;
(g) Products which, after distribution
or sale by you, have been labeled
or relabeled or used as a
container, part or ingredient of any
other thing or substance by or for
the vendor; or
(h) "Bodily injury" or "property
damage" arising out of the sole
negligence of the vendor for its
own acts or omissions or those of
its employees or anyone else
acting on its behalf. However, this
exclusion does not apply to:
(i) The exceptions contained in
Subparagraphs (d) or (f); or
(ii) Such inspections,
adjustments, tests or servicing
as the vendor has agreed to
make or normally undertakes
to make in the usual course of
business, in connection with
the distribution or sale of the
products.
(2) This insurance does not apply to any
insured person or organization from
whom you have acquired such
products, or any ingredient, part or
container, entering into,
accompanying or containing such
products.
8. Additional Insured - Controlling Interest
WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional insured
the person(s) or organization(s) shown in the
Declarations as an Additional Insured -
Controlling Interest, but only with respect to
their liability arising out of:
a. Their financial control of you; or
b. Premises they own, maintain or control
while you lease or occupy these premises.
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This insurance does not apply to structural
alterations, new construction and demolition
operations performed by or for that person or
organization.
9. Additional Insured - Owners, Lessees Or
Contractors - Scheduled Person Or
Organization
a. WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional
insured the person(s) or organization(s)
shown in the Declarations as an Additional
Insured - Owner, Lessees Or Contractors,
but only with respect to liability for "bodily
injury", "property damage" or "personal
and advertising injury" caused, in whole or
in part, by your acts or omissions or the
acts or omissions of those acting on your
behalf:
(1) In the performance of your ongoing
operations for the additional
insured(s); or
(2) In connection with "your work"
performed for that additional insured
and included within the "products
completed operations hazard", but
only if this Coverage Part provides
coverage for "bodily injury" or
"property damage" included within the
"products-completed operations
hazard".
b. With respect to the insurance afforded to
these additional insureds, this insurance
does not apply to "bodily injury", "property
damage" or "personal an advertising
injury" arising out of the rendering of, or
the failure to render, any professional
architectural, engineering or surveying
services, including:
(1) The preparing, approving, or failure to
prepare or approve, maps, shop
drawings, opinions, reports, surveys,
field orders, change orders, designs or
drawings and specifications; or
(2) Supervisory, inspection, architectural
or engineering activities.
10. Additional Insured - Co-Owner Of Insured
Premises
WHO IS AN INSURED under Section C. is
amended to include as an additional insured
the person(s) or Organization(s) shown in the
Declarations as an Additional Insured - Co
Owner Of Insured Premises, but only with
respect to their liability as co-owner of the
premises shown in the Declarations.
The limits of insurance that apply to additional
insureds are described in Section D. - Limits Of
Insurance.
How this insurance applies when other insurance
is available to an additional insured is described in
the Other Insurance Condition in Section E. -
Liability And Medical Expenses General
Conditions.
G. LIABILITY AND MEDICAL EXPENSES
DEFINITIONS
1. "Advertisement" means the widespread public
dissemination of information or images that
has the purpose of inducing the sale of goods,
products or services through:
a. (1) Radio;
(2) Television;
(3) Billboard;
(4) Magazine;
(5) Newspaper;
b. The Internet, but only that part of a web
site that is about goods, products or
services for the purposes of inducing the
sale of goods, products or services; or
c. Any other publication that is given
widespread public distribution.
However, "advertisement" does not include:
a. The design, printed material, information
or images contained in, on or upon the
packaging or labeling of any goods or
products; or
b. An interactive conversation between or
among persons through a computer network.
2. "Advertising idea" means any idea for an
"advertisement".
3. "Asbestos hazard" means an exposure or
threat of exposure to the actual or alleged
properties of asbestos and includes the mere
presence of asbestos in any form.
4. "Auto" means a land motor vehicle, trailer or
semi-trailer designed for travel on public
roads, including any attached machinery or
equipment. But "auto" does not include
"mobile equipment".
5. "Bodily injury" means physical:
a. Injury;
b. Sickness; or
c. Disease
sustained by a person and, if arising out of the
above, mental anguish or death at any time.
6. "Coverage territory" means:
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a. The United States of America (including its
territories and possessions), Puerto Rico
and Canada;
b. International waters or airspace, but only if
the injury or damage occurs in the course
of travel or transportation between any
places included in a. above;
c. All other parts of the world if the injury or
damage arises out of:
(1) Goods or products made or sold by you
in the territory described in a. above;
(2) The activities of a person whose home
is in the territory described in a.
above, but is away for a short time on
your business; or
(3) "Personal and advertising injury"
offenses that take place through the
Internet or similar electronic means of
communication
provided the insured's responsibility to pay
damages is determined in the United States of
America (including its territories and
possessions), Puerto Rico or Canada, in a
"suit" on the merits according to the
substantive law in such territory, or in a
settlement we agree to.
7. "Electronic data" means information, facts or
programs:
a. Stored as or on;
b. Created or used on; or
c. Transmitted to or from
computer software, including systems and
applications software, hard or floppy disks,
CD-ROMS, tapes, drives, cells, data
processing devices or any other media which
are used with electronically controlled
equipment.
8. "Employee" includes a "leased worker".
"Employee" does not include a "temporary
worker".
9. "Executive officer" means a person holding
any of the officer positions created by your
charter, constitution, by-laws or any other
similar governing document.
10. "Hostile fire" means one which becomes
uncontrollable or breaks out from where it was
intended to be.
11. "Impaired property" means tangible property,
other than "your product" or "your work", that
cannot be used or is less useful because:
a. It incorporates "your product" or "your work"
that is known or thought to be defective,
deficient, inadequate or dangerous; or
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b. You have failed to fulfill the terms of a
contract or agreement;
if such property can be restored to use by:
a. The repair, replacement, adjustment or
removal of "your product" or "your work";
or
b. Your fulfilling the terms of the contract or
agreement.
12. "Insured contract" means:
a. A contract for a lease of premises.
However, that portion of the contract for a
lease of premises that indemnifies any
person or organization for damage by fire,
lightning or explosion to premises while
rented to you or temporarily occupied by
you with permission of the owner is
subject to the Damage To Premises
Rented To You limit described in Section
D. - Liability and Medical Expenses Limits
of Insurance.
b. A sidetrack agreement;
c. Any easement or license agreement,
including an easement or license
agreement in connection with construction
or demolition operations on or within 50
feet of a railroad;
d. Any obligation, as required by ordinance,
to indemnify a municipality, except in
connection with work for a municipality;
e. An elevator maintenance agreement; or
f. That part of any other contract or
agreement pertaining to your business
(including an indemnification of a
municipality in connection with work
performed for a municipality) under which
you assume the tort liability of another
party to pay for "bodily injury" or "property
damage" to a third person or organization,
provided the "bodily injury" or "property
damage" is caused, in whole or in part, by
you or by those acting on your behalf.
Tort liability means a liability that would be
imposed by law in the absence of any
contract or agreement.
Paragraph f. includes that part of any
contract or agreement that indemnifies a
railroad for "bodily injury" or "property
damage" arising out of construction or
demolition operations within 50 feet of any
railroad property and affecting any railroad
bridge or trestle, tracks, road-beds, tunnel,
underpass or crossing.
However, Paragraph f. does not include
that part of any contract or agreement:
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(1) That indemnifies an architect,
engineer or surveyor for injury or
damage arising out of:
(a) Preparing, approving or failing to
prepare or approve maps, shop
drawings, opinions, reports,
surveys, field orders, change
orders, designs or drawings and
specifications; or
(b) Giving directions or instructions,
or failing to give them, if that is the
primary cause of the injury or
damage; or
(2) Under which the insured, if an
architect, engineer or surveyor,
assumes liability for an injury or
damage arising out of the insured's
rendering or failure to render
professional services, including those
listed in (1) above and supervisory,
inspection, architectural or
engineering activities.
13. "Leased worker" means a person leased to
you by a labor leasing firm under an
agreement between you and the labor leasing
firm, to perform duties related to the conduct of
your business. "Leased worker" does not
include a "temporary worker''.
14. "Loading or unloading" means the handling of
property:
a. After it is moved from the place where it is
accepted for movement into or onto an
aircraft, watercraft or "auto";
b. While it is in or on an aircraft, watercraft or
"auto"; or
c. While it is being moved from an aircraft,
watercraft or "auto" to the place where it is
finally delivered;
but "loading or unloading" does not include the
movement of property by means of a mechanical
device, other than a hand truck, that is not
attached to the aircraft, watercraft or "auto".
15. "Mobile equipment" means any of the following
types of land vehicles, including any attached
machinery or equipment:
a. Bulldozers, farm machinery, forklifts and
other vehicles designed for use principally
off public roads;
b. Vehicles maintained for use solely on or
next to premises you own or rent;
c. Vehicles that travel on crawler treads;
d. Vehicles, whether self-propelled or not, on
which are permanently mounted:
(1) Power cranes, shovels, loaders,
diggers or drills; or
(2) Road construction or resurfacing
equipment such as graders, scrapers
or rollers;
e. Vehicles not described in a., b., c., or d.
above that are not self-propelled and are
maintained primarily to provide mobility to
permanently attached equipment of the
following types:
(1) Air compressors, pumps and
generators, including spraying,
welding, building cleaning,
geophysical exploration, lighting and
well servicing equipment; or
(2) Cherry pickers and similar devices
used to raise or lower workers;
f. Vehicles not described in a., b., c., or d.
above maintained primarily for purposes
other than the transportation of persons or
cargo.
However, self-propelled vehicles with the
following types of permanently attached
equipment are not "mobile equipment" but
will be considered "autos":
(1) Equipment, of at least 1,000 pounds
gross vehicle weight, designed
primarily for:
(a) Snow removal;
(b) Road maintenance, but not
construction or resurfacing; or
(c) Street cleaning;
(2) Cherry pickers and similar devices
mounted on automobile or truck
chassis and used to raise or lower
workers; and
(3) Air compressors, pumps and
generators, including spraying,
welding, building cleaning,
geophysical exploration, lighting and
well servicing equipment.
16. "Occurrence" means an accident, including
continuous or repeated exposure to substantially
the same general harmful conditions.
17. "Personal and advertising injury" means injury,
including consequential "bodily injury", arising
out of one or more of the following offenses:
a. False arrest, detention or imprisonment;
b. Malicious prosecution;
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c. The wrongful eviction from, wrongful entry
into, or invasion of the right of private
occupancy of a room, dwelling or
premises that the person occupies,
committed by or on behalf of its owner,
landlord or lessor;
d. Oral, written or electronic publication of
material that slanders or libels a person or
organization or disparages a person's or
organization's goods, products or services;
e. Oral, written or electronic publication of
material that violates a person's right of
privacy;
f. Copying, in your "advertisement", a
person's or organization's "advertising
idea" or style of "advertisement";
g. Infringement of copyright, slogan, or title of
any literary or artistic work, in your
"advertisement"; or
h. Discrimination or humiliation that results in
injury to the feelings or reputation of a
natural person.
18. "Pollutants" means any solid, liquid, gaseous or
thermal irritant or contaminant, including smoke,
vapor, soot, fumes, acids, alkalis, chemicals and
waste. Waste includes materials to be recycled,
reconditioned or reclaimed.
19. "Products-completed operations hazard";
a. Includes all "bodily injury" and "property
damage" occurring away from premises
you own or rent and arising out of "your
product" or "your work" except:
(1) Products that are still in your physical
possession; or
(2) Work that has not yet been completed
or abandoned. However, "your work"
will be deemed to be completed at the
earliest of the following times:
(a) When all of the work called for in
your contract has been completed.
(b) When all of the work to be done at
the job site has been completed if
your contract calls for work at
more than one job site.
(c) When that part of the work done at
a job site has been put to its
intended use by any person or
organization other than another
contractor or subcontractor
working on the same project.
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BUSINESS LIABILITY COVERAGE FORM
Work that may need service, maintenance,
correction, repair or replacement, but
which is otherwise complete, will be
treated as completed.
The "bodily injury" or "property damage"
must occur away from premises you own
or rent, unless your business includes the
selling, handling or distribution of "your
product" for consumption on premises you
own or rent.
b. Does not include "bodily injury" or
"property damage" arising out of:
(1) The transportation of property, unless
the injury or damage arises out of a
condition in or on a vehicle not owned
or operated by you, and that condition
was created by the "loading or
unloading" of that vehicle by any
insured; or
(2) The existence of tools, uninstalled
equipment or abandoned or unused
materials.
20. "Property damage" means:
a. Physical injury to tangible property,
including all resulting loss of use of that
property. All such loss of use shall be
deemed to occur at the time of the
physical injury that caused it; or
b. Loss of use of tangible property that is not
physically injured. All such loss of use
shall be deemed to occur at the time of
"occurrence" that caused it.
As used in this definition, "electronic data" is
not tangible property.
21. "Suit" means a civil proceeding in which
damages because of "bodily injury", "property
damage" or "personal and advertising injury"
to which this insurance applies are alleged.
"Suit" includes:
a. An arbitration proceeding in which such
damages are claimed and to which the
insured must submit or does submit with
our consent; or
b. Any other alternative dispute resolution
proceeding in which such damages are
claimed and to which the insured submits
with our consent.
22. "Temporary worker" means a person who is
furnished to you to substitute for a permanent
"employee" on leave or to meet seasonal or
short-term workload conditions.
23. "Volunteer worker" means a person who:
a. Is not your "employee";
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b. Donates his or her work;
c. Acts at the direction of and within the
scope of duties determined by you; and
d. Is not paid a fee, salary or other
compensation by you or anyone else for
their work performed for you.
24. "Your product":
a. Means:
(1) Any goods or products, other than real
property, manufactured, sold, handled,
distributed or disposed of by:
(a) You;
(b) Others trading under your name;
or
(c) A person or organization whose
business or assets you have
acquired; and
(2) Containers (other than vehicles),
equipment
with such
materials, parts or
furnished in connection
goods or products.
b. Includes:
(1) Warranties or representations made at
any time with respect to the fitness,
quality, durability, performance or use
of "your product"; and
(2) The providing of or failure to provide
warnings or instructions.
c. Does not include vending machines or
other property rented to or located for the
use of others but not sold.
25. "Your work":
a. Means:
(1) Work or operations performed by you
or on your behalf; and
(2) Materials, parts or equipment
furnished in connection with such work
or operations.
b. Includes:
(1) Warranties or representations made at
any time with respect to the fitness,
quality, durability, performance or use
of "your work"; and
(2) The providing of or failure to provide
warnings or instructions.
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Service Order
2 Mill & Main; Suite 630; Maynard, MA 01754
Created by Ryan Wilson Order Date Oct 17, 2025
Contact Phone (901) 937-9735
Order valid if signed by Nov 30, 2025Contact Email [email protected] Customer Information
Customer City of San Bruno Contact Dan Jacobson Billing Contact Address 567 El Camino Real Title ERP Implementation Consultant Title City, St, Zip San Bruno, CA 94066 Email [email protected] Email Phone 650-616-7058 PO # (If any)
The Services you will receive and the Fees for those Services are...
Customer Annual Budgeted Expenditures - All Funds Total $225,000,000 Set up Services Tier / Rate Service Fees
ClearGov Setup: Includes activation, onboarding and training for ClearGov solutions Tier 4C ($ 8,550.00 ) Total ClearGov Setup Service Fee - Billed ONE-TIME ($ 8,550.00 ) Subscription Services Tier / Rate Service Fees
ClearGov Base Platform - Civic Edition Tier 4C ($ 4,150.00 ) ClearGov Digital Budget Book - Civic Edition Tier 4C ($ 15,100.00 ) Total ClearGov Subscription Service Fee - Billed ANNUALLY IN ADVANCE ($ 19,250.00 ) ClearGov will provide your Services according to this schedule...
Period Start Date End Date Description
Setup Dec 1, 2025 Dec 1, 2025 ClearGov Setup Services
Pro-Rata Dec 1, 2025 Jun 30, 2026 ClearGov Subscription Services Initial Jul 1, 2026 Jun 30, 2029 ClearGov Subscription Services To be clear, you will be billed as follows...
Billing Date(s) Amount(s) Notes
Dec 1, 2025 $8,550.00 One-Time Setup Fee
Dec 1, 2025 $11,229.17 7 Month Pro-Rata Subscription Fee Jul 1, 2026 $19,250.00 Annual Subscription Fee
Additional subscription years and/or renewals will be billed annually in accordance with pricing and terms set forth herein.
Billing Terms and Conditions
Valid Until Nov 30, 2025 Pricing set forth herein is valid only if ClearGov Service Order is executed on or before this date.
Payment Net 30 All invoices are due Net 30 days from the date of invoice.
Initial Period
Rate Increase
3% per
annum During the Initial Service Period, the Annual Subscription Service Fee shall automatically increase by this amount.
Rate Increase 6% per
annum After the Initial Service Period, the Annual Subscription Service Fee shall automatically increase by this amount.
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ATTACHMENT 3
General Terms & Conditions
Customer Satisfaction
Guarantee
During the first thirty (30) days of the Service, Customer shall have the option to terminate the Service, by providing written notice. In the event that Customer exercises this customer satisfaction guarantee option, such termination shall become effective immediately and Customer shall be eligible for a full refund of the applicable Service Fees.
Statement of Work
ClearGov and Customer mutually agree to the ClearGov Service activation and onboarding process set forth in the attached Statement of Work. Please note that ClearGov will not activate and/or implement services for any Customer with outstanding balance past due over 90 days for any previous subscription services.
Taxes
The Service Fees and Billing amounts set forth above in this ClearGov Service Order DO NOT include applicable taxes. In accordance with the laws of the applicable state, in the event that sales, use or other taxes apply to this transaction, ClearGov shall include such taxes on applicable invoices and Customer is solely responsible for such taxes, unless documentation is provided to ClearGov demonstrating Customer's exemption from such taxes.
Term & Termination
Subject to the termination rights and obligations set forth in the ClearGov BCM Service Agreement, this ClearGov Service Order commences upon the Order Date set forth herein and shall continue until the completion of the Service Period(s) for the Service (s) set forth herein. Each Service shall commence upon the Start Date set forth herein and shall continue until the completion of the applicable Service Period. To be clear, Customer shall have the option to Terminate this Service Order on an annual basis by providing notice at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the then current Annual Term.
Auto-Renewal
After the Initial Period, the Service Period for any ClearGov Annual Subscription Services shall automatically renew for successive annual periods (each an "Annual Term”), unless either Party provides written notice of its desire not to renew at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the then current Annual Term.
Agreement
The signature below affirms your commitment to pay for the Service(s) ordered in accordance with the terms set forth in this ClearGov Service Order and also acknowledges that you have read and agree to the terms and conditions set forth in the attached BCM Service Agreement. This Service Order incorporates by reference the terms of such BCM Service Agreement. In event of any conflict between the terms set forth in this ClearGov Service Order and any terms or conditions set forth in the ClearGov BCM Service Agreement, the terms of this ClearGov Service Order shall prevail.
Customer Contract and
Conflicting Terms
This ClearGov Service Order and the BCM Service Agreement shall be subject to the City of San Bruno's General Services Agreement executed by both Parties. In the event that any terms set forth in the ClearGov Service Order or BCM Service Agreement should conflict in any way with the terms set forth in the City of San Bruno's General Services Agreement, the City of San Bruno's General Services Agreement terms shall prevail and take precedence.
Customer ClearGov, Inc.
Signature Signature
Name NameBryan A. Burdick
Title TitlePresident
Please e-mail signed Service Order to [email protected] or Fax to (774) 759-3045 Order Type (ClearGov Internal Use Only)
Select Order Type for this Service Order NL If XS: Original Service Order Date
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Statement of Work
This Statement of Work outlines the roles and responsibilities by both ClearGov and Customer required for the activation and onboarding of the ClearGov Service.
ClearGov will begin this onboarding process upon execution of this Service Order. All onboarding services and communications will be provided through remote methods - email, phone, and web conferencing.
ClearGov Responsibilities
- ClearGov will activate ClearGov Service subscription(s) as of the applicable Start Date(s). ClearGov will create the initial Admin User account, and the Customer Admin User will be responsible for creating additional User accounts. - ClearGov will assign an Implementation Manager (IM) responsible for managing the activation and onboarding process. ClearGov IM will coordinate with other ClearGov resources, as necessary.
- ClearGov IM will provide a Kickoff Call scheduling link to the Customer’s Primary Contact. Customer should schedule Kickoff Call within two weeks after the Service Order has been executed.
- If Customer is subscribing to any products that require data onboarding:
- ClearGov IM will provide a Data Discovery Call scheduling link to the Customer’s Primary Contact. Customer should schedule Data Discovery Call based on the availability of Customer’s staff.
- ClearGov will provide Customer with financial data requirements and instructions, based on the ClearGov Service subscription(s). - ClearGov will review financial data files and confirm that data is complete, or request additional information, if necessary. Once complete financial data files have been received, ClearGov will format the data, upload it to the ClearGov platform and complete an initial mapping of the data. - After initial mapping, ClearGov will schedule a Data Review call with a ClearGov Data Onboarding Consultant (DOC), who will present how the data was mapped, ask for feedback, and address open questions. Depending upon Customer feedback and the complexity of data mapping requests, there may be additional follow-up calls or emails required to complete the data onboarding process. - ClearGov will inform Customer of all training, learning, and support options. ClearGov recommends all Users attend ClearGov Academy training sessions and/or read Support Center articles before using the ClearGov Service to ensure a quick ramp and success. As needed, ClearGov will design and deliver customized remote training and configuration workshops for Admins and one for End Users - via video conference - and these sessions will be recorded for future reference. - ClearGov will make commercially reasonable efforts to complete the onboarding/activation process in a timely fashion, provided Customer submits financial data files and responds to review and approval requests by ClearGov in a similarly timely fashion. Any delay by Customer in meeting these deliverable requirements may result in a delayed data onboarding process. Any such delay shall not affect or change the Service Period(s) as set forth in the applicable Service Order.
Customer Responsibilities
- Customer's Primary Contact will coordinate the necessary personnel to attend the Kickoff and Data Discovery Calls within two weeks after the Service Order has been executed. If Customer needs to change the date/time of either of these calls, the Primary Contact will notify the ClearGov IM at least one business day in advance.
- If Customer is subscribing to any products that require data onboarding:
- Customer will provide a complete set of requested financial data files (revenue, expense, chart of accounts, etc.) to ClearGov in accordance with the requirements provided by ClearGov.
- Customer's Primary Contact will coordinate the necessary personnel to attend the Data Discovery and Data Review calls. It is recommended that all stakeholders with input on how data should be mapped should attend. Based on these calls and any subsequent internal review, Customer shall provide a detailed list of data mapping requirements and requested changes to data mapping drafts in a timely manner, and Customer will approve the final data mapping, once completed to Customer’s satisfaction.
- Customer will complete recommended on-demand training modules in advance of customized training & configuration workshops. - Customer shall be solely responsible for importing and/or inputting applicable text narrative, custom graphics, performance metrics, capital requests, personnel data, and other such information for capital budget, personnel budget, budget books, projects, dashboards, etc.
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City Council Agenda Item
Staff Report
CITY OF SAN BRUNO
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Alex D. McIntyre, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Matthew Lee, P.E., Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Consider Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Waive the Encroachment Permit Fees and Staff Labor Reimbursement Fees; and Appropriating $786.21 from General Fund Reserve for a Community Holiday Party Road Closure on Glen Avenue on December 14, 2025 BACKGROUND:
The City has received a request to close the entrance to the Glen Avenue cul-de-sac (the 1900 block) at Glen Avenue, on the night of December 14, 2025, for a Holiday Santa Event (Holiday Party). This Holiday Party has been occurring yearly over the past 16 years aside from 2020 and 2021. While this event is open to the community, the City is not involved in the event, as it is hosted and organized by the residents on this block. The City is processing an Encroachment Permit application as the means by which the City will permit the short-term road closure.
As part of the process for issuing the Encroachment Permit, the City, based on the adopted Master Fee Schedule, requires the Applicant to pay an application fee and reimburse the City for the labor costs the City incurs while providing the barricades for the road closure, and obtain an insurance policy for the road closure. The Applicant has requested that the City waive the Encroachment Permit Application filing fee and the cost of staff time to drop off and pick up the barricades for the road closure. The purpose of this staff report is to seek City Council’s action to waive these fees. The applicant has obtained a one-day certificate of insurance naming the City as an additional insured for this event, as required by the City for Encroachment Permits.
DISCUSSION:
The following is a breakdown of the various amounts the Applicant has been required to pay for the requested road closure based on the adopted Master Fee Schedule. These fees are being requested by the applicant to be waived for the community event.
The description of the fees are as follow:
The Encroachment Permit Application filing fee is the standard fee from the City’s Master Fee Schedule.
The reimbursement for labor is the cost for City Public Works staff to drop off and pick up the barricades that the City provides for the road closure. 127 of 392
Item 6g.
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
November 12, 2025
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9 5
Costs for each follow:
Encroachment Permit Application Filing Fee $577.00 Reimbursement for labor for dropping off and picking up barricades $209.21 TOTAL ESTIMATED FEES: $786.21 Waiving the requested payments by the Applicant means those costs will be paid by the City’s General Fund.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City will incur the cost of $786.21 for the Encroachment Permit fee and labor to drop off and pick up the barricades. Adequate funding is available in the General Fund.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
This action does not include approval of any activity that has a potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and is excluded from the definition of a “project” under Section 15378(a) of the State CEQA Guidelines. In addition, Section 15378(b)(4) provides that the definition of “project” does not include the creation of government funding mechanisms or other government fiscal activities, which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Adoption of a Resolution:
Authorizing the City Manager to Waive the Encroachment Permit Fees and Staff Labor Reimbursement Fees; and
Appropriating $786.21 from General Fund Reserve for a Community Holiday Party Road Closure on Glen Avenue on December 14, 2025.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Do not approve the resolution.
2. Modify the resolution and approve a partial waiver of fees.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution
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1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ___
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO WAIVE THE ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FEES AND STAFF LABOR REIMBURSEMENT FEES, AND APPROPRIATING $786.21 FROM GENERAL FUND
RESERVE FOR A COMMUNITY HOLIDAY PARTY ROAD CLOSURE ON GLEN AVENUE ON DECEMBER 14, 2025
WHEREAS, a resident of San Bruno (the Applicant) has requested the closure of the entrance to the Glen Avenue cul-de-sac (the 1900 block) at Glen Avenue on the night of December 14, 2025, for a community holiday party; and
WHEREAS, this holiday party has been a yearly event for over 16 years except 2020 and 2021; and
WHEREAS, the City is processing an Encroachment Permit as the means by which the City will permit the short-term road closure; and
WHEREAS, the City has requested the Applicant pay a filing fee for the Encroachment Permit application; and
WHEREAS, the City has requested the Applicant reimburse the City for the cost for City Public Works staff to drop off and pick up the barricades that the City provides for the road closure; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant has requested that all the permit fee payments by the City be waived; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Department requests that additional General Funds, from the General Fund reserves, be appropriated to pay the waived amounts in the Department’s operating budget; and
WHEREAS, the Applicant’s holiday party serves a valid public purpose by promoting a sense of community and improving the well-being of the City’s residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby:
1. Authorizes the City Manager to Waive the Encroachment Permit Fees and Staff Labor Reimbursement Fees, and
2. Appropriates $786.21 from General Fund Reserve for a Community Holiday Party Road Closure on Glen Avenue on December 14, 2025.
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I hereby certify that foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - __ was introduced and adopted by the San Bruno City Council at a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
_________________________________
Lupita Huerta, City Clerk
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City Council Agenda Item
Staff Report
CITY OF SAN BRUNO
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Alex D. McIntyre, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Matthew Lethin, Police Chief
SUBJECT: Consider Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between the United States Capitol Police and the City of San Bruno Police Department to Provide Law Enforcement Support and Receive Reimbursement for Services
BACKGROUND:
The San Bruno Police Department was recently approached by the United States Capitol Police (USCP) to participate in a partnership that supports the USCP’s statutory responsibility under 2 U.S.C. § 1966 to protect Members of Congress when security considerations so require. The USCP coordinates with local law enforcement agencies nationwide to assist with protective operations and Congressional events occurring within local jurisdictions.
To formalize this partnership, the USCP has provided a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that enables local agencies to provide staffing and support services as requested, while ensuring that all associated staff time and resources are fully reimbursed by the USCP.
DISCUSSION:
Under this MOU, the Police Department may - on a voluntary, as-needed basis - provide personnel to assist the USCP with protective missions or Congressional events occurring within San Bruno or surrounding jurisdictions. These assignments may include traffic control, security support, or event management, and could require the use of overtime staffing.
The MOU ensures that the City will be reimbursed for all costs incurred, including wages, overtime, and equipment used during such assignments. The agreement further stipulates that SBPD is under no obligation to provide personnel unless resources are available, and that the USCP will promptly process all reimbursement requests upon receipt of supporting documentation.
The MOU is standardized by the USCP and used with multiple local agencies nationwide.
However, because it does not conform to the City of San Bruno’s standard contract template, Council approval is required before execution.
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Item 6h.
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
November 12, 2025
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with approving this MOU. Any staff time or resources provided under this agreement will be fully reimbursed by the United States Capitol Police, and participation will occur only when adequate staffing and operational capacity exist. No General Fund subsidy is anticipated.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
Approval of this MOU is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and is therefore exempt from further environmental review.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the United States Capitol Police and the City of San Bruno Police Department to allow for participation in USCP protective operations with reimbursement for services provided.
ALTERNATIVES:
Decline to authorize execution of the MOU, thereby precluding the Department from participating in reimbursable protective operations with the USCP.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the MOU
2. Memorandum of Understanding with the United States Capitol Police
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1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - __
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
THE UNITED STATES CAPITOL POLICE AND THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO POLICE
DEPARTMENT TO PROVIDE LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT AND RECEIVE
REIMBURSEMENT FOR SERVICES
WHEREAS, the United States Capitol Police (USCP) has statutory responsibility under 2 U.S.C. § 1966 to protect Members of Congress when security considerations so require; and WHEREAS, to fulfill this mission, the USCP partners with local law enforcement agencies to provide support and assistance during protective operations and Congressional events that occur outside the District of Columbia; and WHEREAS, the USCP has provided a standard Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish the terms and conditions for reimbursement to local agencies for personnel and resources provided in support of such operations; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Bruno Police Department may, on a voluntary and as- needed basis, provide such support within its jurisdiction or in neighboring jurisdictions, subject to available staffing and operational needs; and
WHEREAS, the MOU ensures that the City of San Bruno will be fully reimbursed for all staff time, equipment, and related expenses incurred in connection with participation in such operations; and
WHEREAS, while the MOU is used nationally by the USCP, it does not conform to the City’s standard agreement format and therefore requires City Council authorization before execution;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Bruno hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the United States Capitol Police and the City of San Bruno Police Department to allow for participation in protective operations and events, with reimbursement for services provided under the terms of the agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager, or designee, is authorized to take all necessary actions to carry out the intent of this Resolution. ---oOo---
I hereby certify that foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - __ was introduced and adopted by the San Bruno City Council at a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
_________________________________
Lupita Huerta, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE
UNITED STATES CAPITOL POLICE
Date :
1. Parties 1a. ______________________________
Herein “Partner Agency ”
1b. United States Capitol Police
2. Jurisdiction
• City
• County
• State
• Institution
2a. 2b.
The USCP is a federal law enforcement
agency under the Legislative Branch of
Government. It is the mission of the
USCP to protect the Congress – its
Members, employees, visitors, and
facilities – so it can fulfill its
constitutional and legislative
responsibilities in a safe, secure and
open environment.
3. Point of Contact (POC)
• Name
• Title
• Address
• Email
• Phone Number
3a. 3b.
Jeanita Mitchell
Acting Assistant Chief of Police for
Protective and Intelligence Operations
United States Capitol Police
119 D Street, NE
Washington, DC 20510
[email protected]
(C) 202-384-8720
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this MOU as follows
4. Authorizing Official
• Name
• Title
4a. 4b.
Michael G. Sullivan
Chief of Police
United States Capitol Police
5. Authorizing Official ’s
Signature
5a. 5b.
6. Date of Authorizing
Officials’ Signature
6a. 6b.
Terms & Conditions
I. INTRODUCTION
This Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") is entered into by and between the United States Capitol Police ("USCP") and the Partner Agency, collectively referred to as the "Parties," for the purpose of reimbursing the Partner Agency for agreed upon law enforcement services.
II. BACKGROUND
The USCP Office of Protective and Intelligence Operations (P&IO) has the statutory requirement pursuant to 2 U.S.C. §1966 to protect the Members of Congress when security considerations so require. In order to fulfill this responsibility, P&IO requires augmentation of its capabilities in the form of law enforcement support within the Partner Agency’s jurisdiction.
San Bruno Police Department
The San Bruno Police Department is a
full-service municipal law enforcement
agency with primary jurisdiction within
the City of San Bruno, California,
responsible for the protection of life and
property, enforcement of state and local
laws, and maintenance of public safety
within the city's boundaries.
Jeremy Brandenburg
Police Captain
1177 Huntington Ave
San Bruno, CA 94066
[email protected]
(650)616-7100
Alex McIntyre
City Manager
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III. PURPOSE
A. The purpose of this MOU is to set forth the terms by which the USCP will reimburse the Partner Agency for the protective services specified in Section IV(A), such services to commence on the date the MOU is fully executed. In instances in which Partner Agency services must be provided prior to full execution of this MOU, USCP will consider the return of this form with fields 1a, 2a, and 3a completed as a good faith effort to proceed towards full execution such that those services will be eligible for reimbu rsement once the MOU is finalized.
B. This MOU does not obligate the Partner Agency to provide resources at USCP’s request.
C. This MOU does not obligate USCP to reimburse the Partner Agenc y for protective services provided without direct coordination with USCP.
D. This MOU is an agreement between the Parties and is not intended and should not be construed, to create or c
onfer any other person or entity any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or otherwise against the Partner Agency , USCP, or any state, locality, or other entity.
IV. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PARTNER AGENCY UNDER THIS MOU A. Upon request from USCP, and agreement by the Partner Agency, based on available resources, the Partner Agency shall provide support and enhancements to the USCP protective mission for Congressional events and/or USCP protective operations occurring in the Partner Agency’s jurisdiction. Services may involve the expenditure of overtime by the Partner Agency. During the events and/or protective operations, the Partner Agency shall maintain routine communications with USCP leadership as necessary.
B. The Partner Agency agrees to provide the USCP with a summary of expenses incurred in connection with the Partner Agency’s provision of services requested by the USCP. This summary will be consistent with the format for record keeping provided by the USCP. Upon request, the Partner Agency agrees to make available to USCP accounting records related to services provided under this MOU and that such records may be subject to audit and examination. The Partner Agency will direct correspondence related to reimbu rsement to USCP and no other party.
C. The Partner Agency will secure prior, explicit approval for any expenditure on equipment used to support USCP requests where reimbursement will be sought.
D. The Partner Agency will submit invoices within 60 days of having provided the relevant services /support to ensure payment.
V. RESPONSIBILITIES OF USCP UNDER THIS MOU
A. The USCP agrees to provide the necessary funds due to the Partner Agency as part of this MOU between bot h parties. The USCP shall promptly pay all invoices submitted by the Partner Agency regarding services provided pursuant to this MOU.
B. The USCP agrees to bear its own costs in relation to this MOU.
VI. DURATION OF THIS MOU
This MOU will continue in force until it is terminated by either party. Either party may terminate this MOU after giving 30 days’ written notice to the other Party.
VII: FUNDING
No provision of this MOU shall b e interpreted to require obligation or payment of funds in violation of the Anti - Deficiency Act, 31 U.S.C. § 1341. Reimbursements and expenditures under this MOU shall be subject to the USCP’s budgetary processes and to the availability of funds.
VIII: SEVERABILITY
Nothing in this MOU shall be construed to conflict with current law. If a term of this MOU is inconsistent with such authority, that term shall be invalid to the extent of the inconsistency. The remainder of that term and all other terms of this MOU shall remain in effect.
IX: MODIFICATIONS
The terms and conditions of this MOU may be modified only upon prior written agreement by the Parties.
X: MISCELLANEOUS
The Parties shall comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
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City Council Agenda Item
Staff Report
CITY OF SAN BRUNO
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Alex D. McIntyre, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Lupita Huerta, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Consider Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Three Year Agreement with Granicus for Continued Use of its Agenda Management Services Software
BACKGROUND:
On November 30, 2020, the City entered into a five-year agreement with PrimeGov Services for the use of its agenda management software. These services are used to streamline and compile City Council agenda packets. PrimeGov was acquired by Rock Solid Technologies on March 25, 2021, and Rock Solid was subsequently acquired by Granicus on October 12, 2022.
DISCUSSION:
The current contract is set to expire on November 29, 2025. Granicus has submitted a proposal to amend the original agreement and extend the term for an additional three years, from November 30, 2025, through November 29, 2028. The amendment must be signed and returned by November 14, 2025, to ensure there is no lapse in service.
Proposed Pricing Summary:
Pricing Period Annual Fee
11/30/2025 - 11/29/2026 $19,313.73
11/30/2026 - 11/29/2027 $21,245.10
11/30/2027 - 11/29/2028 $23,369.61
The Adopted Fiscal Year 2025–26 Operating Budget includes $39,900 for licensing fees, which covers the annual amount of $19,313.73 for FY 2025–26. Future year costs will be included in subsequent annual operating budgets.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Sufficient funds are available in the Adopted FY 2025–26 Operating Budget to cover the current year’s expenditure. Appropriations for subsequent years will be included in future operating budgets. No additional appropriations are required at this time.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
The action is not a project subject to CEQA. City Council’s action is not considered a “Project” per CEQA Guidelines and therefore no further environmental analysis is required.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a three-year agreement with Granicus for the continued use of its agenda management software.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution
2. PrimeGov Agreement dated November 30, 2020
3. Granicus Three Year Proposal
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1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - __
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO AUTHORIING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A THREE YEAR AGREEMENT WITH GRANICUS, INC. FOR
CONTINUED USE OF ITS AGENDA MANAGEMENT SERVICES SOFTWARE WHEREAS, on November 30, 2020, the City entered into a five-year agreement with PrimeGov Services for the use of its agenda management software to streamline and compile City Council agenda packets; and
WHEREAS, PrimeGov Services was subsequently acquired by Rock Solid Technologies on March 25, 2021, and Rock Solid Technologies was later acquired by Granicus, Inc. on October 12, 2022; and
WHEREAS, Granicus, Inc. has continued to honor the existing agreement, which is set to expire on November 29, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Granicus has provided a proposal to amend and extend the agreement for an additional three years, from November 30, 2025, through November 29, 2028, to ensure the continuation of agenda management services; and
WHEREAS, the proposed annual fees under the amended agreement are as follows:
Pricing Period Annual Fee
11/30/2025 - 11/29/2026 $19,313.73
11/30/2026 - 11/29/2027 $21,245.10
11/30/2027 - 11/29/2028 $23,369.61
WHEREAS, sufficient funds have been appropriated in the Adopted Fiscal Year 2025–26 Operating Budget to cover the first year’s expenditure, and future years will be included in subsequent annual operating budgets; and
WHEREAS, this action is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15378(b)(5) of the CEQA Guidelines, as it is an administrative activity that will not result in a direct or indirect physical change in the environment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the San Bruno City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute a three-year agreement with Granicus, Inc. for continued use of its agenda management software, in an amount not to exceed the fees outlined above, and to execute any necessary documents to carry out the intent of this resolution. ---oOo---
I hereby certify that foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - __ was introduced and adopted by the San Bruno City Council at a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
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Lupita Huerta, City Clerk
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THIS IS NOT AN INVOICE
Order Form
Prepared for
San Bruno, CA
Order #: Q-484611
Prepared:
26 Sep 2025
Granicus Proposal for San Bruno, CA
ORDER DETAILS
Prepared By: Pedro Arguedas
Phone:
Email: [email protected]
Order #: Q-484611
Prepared On: 26 Sep 2025
Expires On: 29 Nov 2025
Currency: USD
Payment Terms: Net 30 (Payments for subscriptions are due at the beginning of the period of performance.)
Period of Performance: 30 Nov 2025 - 29 Nov 2026
ORDER TERMS
Current Subscription
End
Date:
Initial Order Term End
Date:
29 Nov 2025
29 Nov 2028
AMENDMENT NO. 1
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Order Form
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PRICING SUMMARY
The pricing and terms within this Proposal are specific to the products and volumes contained within this Proposal.
Renewing Subscription Fees
Solution Billing
Frequency Quantity/Unit Annual Fee
Legacy SKU for PrimeGov Agenda Suite Annual 1 Each $19,313.73 SUBTOTAL: $19,313.73
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FUTURE YEAR PRICING
Period of Performance
Solution(s)
30 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2027 30 Nov 2027 - 29 Nov 2028
Legacy SKU for PrimeGov Agenda Suite $21,245.10 $23,369.61 SUBTOTAL: $21,245.10 $23,369.61
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PRODUCT UPDATES
FOR INFORMATION ON RECENT AND UPCOMING PRODUCT ENHANCEMENTS ACROSS THE GRANICUS PORTFOLIO, PLEASE REFER TO THE SEMIANNUAL UPDATE INFORMATION ON THIS WEBPAGE:
: HTTPS://GRANICUS.COM/SEMIANNUAL-UPDATES/
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Solution Description
Legacy SKU for PrimeGov
Agenda Suite
Legacy SKU for PrimeGov Agenda Suite Bundle
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
• This quote, and all products and services delivered hereunder are governed by the terms located at https://granicus.com/legal/licensing, including any product-specific terms included therein (the “License Agreement”). If your organization and Granicus has entered into a separate agreement or is utilizing a contract vehicle for this transaction, the terms of the License Agreement are incorporated into such separate agreement or contract vehicle by reference, with any directly conflicting terms and conditions being resolved in favor of the separate agreement or contract vehicle to the extent applicable. • If submitting a Purchase Order, please include the following language: The pricing, terms and conditions of quote Q-484611 dated 26 Sep 2025 are incorporated into this Purchase Order by reference and shall take precedence over any terms and conditions included in this Purchase Order. • This quote is exclusive of applicable state, local, and federal taxes, which, if any, will be included in the invoice.
It is the responsibility of San Bruno, CA to provide applicable exemption certificate(s). • Any lapse in payment may result in suspension of service and will require the payment of a setup fee to reinstate the subscription.
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BILLING INFORMATION
Billing Contact: Purchase Order
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[ ] - No
[ ] - Yes
Billing Address: PO Number:
If PO required
Billing Email: Billing Phone:
If submitting a Purchase Order, please include the following language:
The pricing, terms, and conditions of quote Q-484611 dated 26 Sep 2025 are incorporated into this Purchase Order by reference and shall take precedence over any terms and conditions included in this Purchase Order.
AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE
By signing this document, the undersigned certifies they have authority to enter the agreement. The undersigned also understands the services and terms.
San Bruno, CA
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City Council Agenda Item
Staff Report
CITY OF SAN BRUNO
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Alex D. McIntyre, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Peter Gilli, Community Development Director Kelly Beggs, Assistant Community Development Director
Darcy Axiaq, Chief Building Official
Jessica Power, Fire Marshal
SUBJECT: Hold a Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of an Ordinance Entitled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Bruno Amending Title 11 (Building, Construction and Fire Protection) of the San Bruno Municipal Code and Adopting by Reference the 2025 California Referenced Standards Code and the 2025 Administrative Code” and Adoption of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Bruno Adopting Findings to Support Local Amendments, Deletions, and Additions to the 2025 Fire and Building Codes
BACKGROUND:
The State of California Building Standards Commission (CSBC) prepares California Building Standards Code updates every three years with mid-cycle adjustments that apply minimum construction standards for all construction in the State. The CSBC recently adopted the 2025 California Building Standards Codes (the State Codes), which take effect on January 1, 2026. The City is required by State law to apply the State Codes to projects in San Bruno that obtain building permits. The City typically adopts these codes by reference.
The State Codes consist of 12 parts as follows:
Part 1 Administrative Code Part 7 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code Part 2 California Building Code (CBC) Part 8 California Historical Building Code Part 2.5 California Residential Code (CRC) Part 9 California Fire Code (CFC) Part 3 California Electrical Code (CEC) Part 10 California Existing Building Code Part 4 California Mechanical Code (CMC) Part 11 California Green Building Standards Part 5 California Plumbing Code (CPC) Part 12 California Reference Standards Code Part 6 California Energy Code
Local Amendments and Assembly Bill 130 (Health and Safety Code section 17958.7(c)) Local jurisdictions may adopt amendments to the State Codes to address unique local climatic, geographical and topographical conditions. To adopt local amendments, the City must make findings that the amendments are necessary due to local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions, and any such local amendments must be filed with the CBSC and the State Department of Housing and Community Development.
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As of this year, Health and Safety Code section 17958.7(c) prohibits local amendments affecting residential units unless the amendment satisfies one of a list of exceptions. Such exceptions include: (1) amendments previously filed with the CBSC and in effect as of September 30, 2025; (2) amendments deemed necessary as emergency standards to protect health or safety; (3) amendments related to home hardening; (4) amendments necessary to implement a local code amendment that is adopted to align with a general plan approved on or before June 10, 2025, and that permits mixed-fuel residential construction consistent with federal law while also incentivizing all-electric construction as part of an adopted greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategy; and (5) amendments intended to streamline administrative practices. The CBSC, in making its determination regarding whether a local amendment meets any of these exceptions, is allowed to rely on a finding by the local agency to that effect.
DISCUSSION:
The Ordinance adopted by reference by the 2025 California Referenced Standards Code and the 2025 Administrative Code and making local amendments is presented in Attachment 1. 2025 Key Building Code Changes: Residential and Commercial Key changes between the 2022 and 2025 State Codes include new requirements that address life and safety issues, often resulting in some added cost to the applicant. Key changes to the State Codes include:
Wildfire zone requirements: New fire safety rules for buildings in wildfire zones require special ventilation and materials designed to block fire and embers. Stricter energy standards: New homes must be more energy efficient, use more electric appliances, and have better insulation and windows increased indoor air quality requirements
Accessibility: New and updated requirements for accessible features in multifamily housing are mandated.
Electric vehicle (EV) charging: Builders must now install more EV charging outlets instead of just providing wiring for them.
Findings for Local Amendments
As described above, State law requires the City to make findings that certain amendments to the state-adopted codes are necessary due to local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions.
The basis for the adoption of local amendments is described below, and a resolution making the necessary findings for the amendments is included in Attachment 2.
Local conditions have an adverse effect on the prevention of (1) major loss fires, (2) major earthquake damage, and (3) the potential for life and property loss, making necessary changes or modifications to the state building standards in order to provide a reasonable and appropriate degree of proper security and fire and life safety in this jurisdiction, as described in greater detail below:
1. Climactic: San Bruno’s geography creates distinct microclimates. The City lies within the San Bruno Gap, a low-elevation break in the Santa Cruz Mountains that channels marine air from the Pacific Ocean to San Francisco Bay. This wind corridor results in frequent strong winds,
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which, when combined with periods of low humidity and high temperatures, elevate fire risk.
Areas with eucalyptus groves and canyon-adjacent developments containing dense brush are especially vulnerable.
2. Geological: San Bruno faces multiple geologic and seismic hazards. The active San Andreas Fault runs through the City, with parts of San Bruno located in state-designated Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones, where development must follow special regulations due to rupture risks.
Liquefaction hazards are also present in areas with sandy soils and high groundwater. Additional hazards include landslides, mudslides, and erosion, which may be triggered by earthquakes, heavy rainfall, or construction activity. The City’s water system, which combines local groundwater with Hetch Hetchy supplies, is vulnerable to earthquake damage. Given the aging infrastructure, seismic events could compromise fire suppression capacity and increase hazardous materials risks. Low-lying areas of San Bruno are also subject to periodic flooding during heavy rains and high tides.
3. Topographic: The greatest fire hazards occur in areas close to natural vegetation, primarily in and above Crestmoor Canyon, and in the western foothills. Heavily wooded, chaparral and grass- covered slopes are highly flammable during dry months, particularly if there is accumulated undergrowth. Access for firefighters and equipment is difficult due to the terrain and lack of streets in undeveloped areas. Other fire hazards occur in urbanized areas including those associated with the transmission of jet fuel to the San Francisco International Airport and industrial chemicals processed in and near the City.
New Local Amendments
As of this year, Health and Safety Code section 17958.7(c) limits a city’s authority to adopt new local amendments affecting residential units. Staff proposes only two new local amendments that directly relate to hardening residential homes from fire, which is supported by State law:
Roof Rating Requirement. A local amendment is recommended to 2025 California Building Code and 2025 California Residential Code to prohibit wood shingles and shake materials and establish a minimum roof covering classification of Class A fire-retardant rating for construction regulated by the code. This is stricter than required by the State but given the high winds and new fire hazard areas within the City limits, this is an appropriate amendment. Class A rating for roof materials is very common now therefore this amendment is not a significant cost impact to homeowners. This amendment is related to home hardening for wildfire mitigation.
Addition of the 2025 Wildland-Urban Interface Code. CalFire released modified Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps earlier this year, which the City adopted June 10, 2025. The new maps now designate significant portions of the City of San Bruno as moderate, high, and very high Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ). The new presence of these FHSZ in the City’s Local Responsibility Area requires the City to regulate ignition sources in these areas through the Wildland-Urban Interface Code, which has requirements on vegetation management, defensible space, and access for emergency responders.
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Additionally, the presence of moderate, high, and very high FHSZ also triggers the applicability code of Section 7 of the California Building Code. These provisions are intended to reduce a structure's vulnerability to wildfire by regulating materials and construction methods for:
Exterior walls
Roof coverings
Vents and eaves
Windows and doors
Decking and projections
These requirements are intended to minimize structural ignition from direct flame contact or airborne embers during wildfire events but will add cost and complexity to both small and large construction projects in the western portions of the City. Staff plans to conduct further educational outreach to property owners in the FHSZ later this year.
Previous Local Amendments to be Deleted
Two previously approved local amendments are proposed to be deleted as they are no longer applicable:
Deletion of Electric Vehicle Charging Local Amendment. Local amendments to the Green Building Code were adopted in 2022 related to electric vehicle charging requirements. These amendments exceeded the 2022 state code. Now, the 2025 Green Building Code requirements regulating electrical vehicle charging exceed the City’s local amendments, so it is recommended to delete the superseded amendment. Deletion of the Code for Building Conservation. SBMC Chapter 11.14 is recommended to be rescinded as the referenced State Code no longer exists. The Code for Building Conservation was repealed and replaced in 2014 because its purpose was absorbed into the California Existing Building Code (CEBC) and California Historical Building Code (CHBC) for consistency, modernization, and clarity within Title 24.
Minor Amendments
The following Codes are recommended to be re-adopted with previous local amendments with minor refinements and updated references:
2025 California Administrative Code and 2025 Referenced Standards Code (SBMC Chapter 11.02)
2025 California Energy Code (SBMC Chapter 11.06)
2025 California Mechanical Code (SBMC Chapter 11.08)
2025 California Electrical Code (SBMC Chapter 11.16)
2025 California Plumbing Code (SBMC Chapter 11.20)
2025 California Existing Building Code (SBMC Chapter 11.22) 2025 California Fire Code (SBMC Chapter 11.24)
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Next Steps:
If the ordinance and resolution are adopted by City Council, staff will file copies of the ordinance and resolution with the CBSC and State Department of Housing and Community Development, and the codes will be effective on January 1, 2026.
In preparation for this code adoption cycle, in late 2025 staff will prepare and post an announcement on the City’s website, including links to resources, for the public to review and obtain information regarding the new codes.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with this item.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
The proposed ordinances qualify for an exemption from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 15061(b)(3) and 15378 (b)(5), because the ordinance is not a Project that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt an Ordinance Entitled “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Bruno Amending Title 11 (Building, Construction and Fire Protection) of the San Bruno Municipal Code and Adopting by Reference the 2025 California Referenced Standards Code and the 2025 Administrative Code” and Adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Bruno Adopting Findings to Support Local Amendments, Deletions, and Additions to the 2025 Fire and Building Codes.” ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance adopting by reference the 2025 Administrative and the 2025 California Reference Standards Code
2. Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Bruno Adopting Findings to Support Local Amendments, Deletions, and Additions to the 2025 Fire and Building Codes.
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6 ORDINANCE NO. ____
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO AMENDING TITLE 11 (BUILDINGS, CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE
PROTECTION) OF THE SAN BRUNO MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS
CODE AND THE 2025 ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City Council of San Bruno to formally adopt the 2025 California Referenced Standards Code and the 2025 Administrative Code at its regular meeting of November 4, 2025 for that purpose; and
WHEREAS, the proposed San Bruno Municipal Code Amendments will be consistent with the General Plan and Specific Plans of the City of San Bruno; and WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code seeks to have uniform building standards in substantially the same format throughout the state; and WHEREAS, the City of San Bruno is authorized by Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 to impose modifications on the California Building Standards, providing such modifications are more stringent than state standards and the modifications “are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions”; and WHEREAS, the City Council of San Bruno has determined and finds that the attached changes and modifications are needed and reasonably necessary because of local climactic, geological or topographical conditions in San Bruno; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of San Bruno adopted Resolution No. 2025-____ on November 12, 2025, finding the attached changes and modifications are needed and reasonably necessary because of local climactic, geological, or topographical conditions in San Bruno; and WHEREAS, on October 14, 2025, the City Council introduced the ordinance amendments and scheduled a public hearing. On November 12, 2025, the City Council held a duly-noticed public hearing on the proposed Municipal Code amendment and on said date the public hearing was opened, held, and closed and the Ordinance was adopted; and
WHEREAS, the City shall file a copy of this Ordinance and Resolution No. 2025-____ with the California Building Standards Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of San Bruno does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are incorporated as though set forth in this section.
SECTION 2. Editorial guidance.
The following non-substantive editorial style is used. Words that are underlined are additions; words with a line through are deleted; and words in [brackets] are instructions for the Code publisher and which instructions are not to be published in the City’s Code unless worded as an “editor’s note.” 171 of 392
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6 Numbers in [brackets] within and following tables are footnotes, and are not Code publisher instructions.
In addition, the Code publisher will arrange definitions and other changes alphabetically to conform to the Code’s current style and will, as needed, re-order numbering and lettering changes caused by these amendments. The City Clerk and the City Attorney are authorized to work with the Code publisher to effectuate non-substantive amendments to ensure consistency as to form and style of the Code.
Further, the Code publisher is directed to substitute the name of an office and/or position wherever possible rather than use a gender pronoun without further or formal amendments.
SECTION 3. Chapter 11.02 (Administrative and Referenced Standards Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.02 ADMINISTRATIVE AND REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE
11.02.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Administrative Code and the 2022 2025 California Referenced Standards Code.
11.02.020 Violations.
11.02.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Administrative Code and the 2022 2025 California Referenced Standards Code.
A. Certain documents are marked the “2022 2025 California Referenced Standards Code” and the “2022 2025 California Administrative Code.” One copy of these documents is on file in the office of the building official. The documents are published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents, together with any additions, deletions, amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the administrative and referenced standards code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of this chapter shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.02.020 Violations.
Any person, firm or corporation violating any provisions of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
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6 SECTION 4. Chapter 11.04 (Building Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.04
BUILDING CODE
11.04.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2, the 2022 2025 California Historical Code, and the 1997 Uniform Housing Code.
11.04.020 Amendments.
11.04.030 Most restrictive code provision.
11.04.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Building Code, Volumes 1 & 2, the 2022 2025 California Historical Code, and the 1997 Uniform Housing Code.
A. Certain documents are marked 2022 2025 California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2, the 2022 2025 California Historical Code, and the 1997 Uniform Housing Code. A copy of these documents is on file in the office of the building official. The documents are published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents with additions, deletions and amendments set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the state of California, are adopted as the building code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the city's building code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.04.020 Amendments.
Amendments to the 2022 2025 California Building Code are as follows:
A. Section 107.6 is added to the 2022 2025 California Building Code to read as follows:
Protection from Airport Noise. Any residential structure located within the 65 CNEL as determined by the 2020 Noise Forecast adopted by the Comprehensive Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (SFO CLUP) which is either newly constructed or renovated at a cost equal to or greater than 25% of the valuation shall meet noise insulation standards set by the Federal Aviation Administration.
Any section or table in any of the codes adopted by this chapter that allows any structure dimension to be unlimited must be approved by the building official and the fire code official.
B. Section 113.1 of the 2022 2025 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
Appeal and Review. The building official shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of administrating the provisions of this chapter.
Whenever it is provided herein that certain things shall be done in accordance with the order, opinion, or approval of the building official, such order, opinion or approval shall be complied with;
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6 provided, any person aggrieved thereby, or believing that such order, opinion or approval is erroneous or faulty, may appeal except as otherwise provided in this chapter, to the city manager in writing within seventy-two hours after such order, opinion or approval has been given, and the city manager shall affirm, modify or reverse the same within seventy-two (72) hours thereafter The decision of the city manager shall be final and conclusive. In the meantime, except in the case of immediate hazard, the order, opinion, or approval shall be deemed suspended until such person has exhausted his or her right of appeal as herein provided.
C. Section 114.4 of the 2022 2025 California Building Code shall be amended to read as follows:
114.4 Violation Penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with any of the requirements of thereof or who erects, constructs, alters or repairs a building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the building official, or of a permit of certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
D. Section 502.1 of the 2022 2025 California Building Code shall be amended with the addition of the following to read as follows:
502.1.1 Address Identification. When the structure is thirty-six (36) to fifty (50) feet from the street or fire apparatus access, a minimum of one-half inch (1/2”) stroke by six inches (6”) high is required. Newly constructed site address identification of R Occupancies shall be illuminated. 502.1.2 Multi-Tenant Buildings. Numbers or letters shall be designated on all occupancies within a building. Size shall be one-half inch (1/2”) stroke by four inches (4”) high and on a contrasting background. Directional address numbers or letters shall be provided. Said addresses or numbers shall be posted at a height no greater than 5 feet, 6 inches (5' 6") above the finished floor and shall be either internally or externally illuminated in all new construction. 502.1.3 Rear Addressing. When required by the fire code official, approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the fire apparatus road at the back of a property or where rear parking lots or alleys provide and acceptable vehicular access.
E. Section 1505.1 Table 1505.1 of the 2022 2025 California Building Code is amended to read as follows:
The minimum roof covering classification for all types of construction regulated by this code in San Bruno shall be Class B A fire-retardant rating. Wood shingles and shakes are prohibited.
11.04.030 Most restrictive code provision.
If a discrepancy occurs between the municipal code and the state building codes, the municipal code shall apply. If a discrepancy occurs between the state codes adopted pursuant to this chapter, the most restrictive code shall prevail as interpreted by the building official.
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6 SECTION 5. Chapter 11.06 (Energy Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.06
ENERGY CODE
Sections:
11.06.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Energy Code.
11.06.020 Violations.
11.06.030 Reserved.
11.06.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Energy Code.
A. Certain documents are marked “2022 2025 California Energy Code”. One copy of this document is on file in the office of the City Building Official. The documents are published by the International Conference of Building Officials, International Code Council, and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents and appendix 1 A, printed therein, together with any additions, deletions, amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the energy code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the City’s Energy Code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof.
Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.06.020 Violations.
Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provisions of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm, or corporation, shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
11.06.030 Reserved.
SECTION 6. Chapter 11.07 (Green Building Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.07
GREEN BUILDING CODE
11.07.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Green Building Code.
11.07.020 Violations.
11.07.030 Amendments.
11.07.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Green Building Code.
A. Certain documents are marked “2022 2025 California Green Building Code”. One copy of this document is on file in the office of the City Building Official. The documents are
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6 published by the International Conference of Building Officials, International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents and Appendix 1A, printed therein, together with any additions, deletions, amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the energy code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the City’s Green Building Code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.07.020 Violations.
Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provisions of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm, or corporation, shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
11.07.030. Amendments.
A. Section 202 of the Green Building Standards Code Amended.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING: Residential buildings that consist entirely of housing that costs no more than 30% of gross household income. Housing costs include rent or mortgage payments, utilities, taxes, insurance, homeowner association fees, and other related costs.
AUTOMATIC LOAD MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (ALMS): A control system which allows multiple electric vehicle chargers or electric vehicle ready chargers to share a circuit or panel and automatically reduce power at each charger, providing the opportunity to reduce electrical infrastructure costs and/or provide demand response capability. ALMS is only allowed for Level 2 Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS), Level 2 EV Ready Spaces, and Level 1 EV Ready Spaces. ALMS systems must be designed to deliver at least 1.4kW to each EVCS, Level 2 EV Ready Spaces, and Level 1 EV Ready Spaces. The connected amperage on site shall not be lower than the required connected amperage per Part 11, 2022 California Green Building Code for the relevant building types.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION (EVCS): A parking space that includes installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) with a minimum output of 30 amperes connected to a Level 2 EV Ready Space. EVCS installation may be used to satisfy a Level 2 EV Ready Space requirement.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) CAPABLE: A parking space linked to a listed electrical panel with sufficient capacity to provide at least one hundred ten/110/120 volts and 20 amperes to the parking space. Raceways linking the electrical panel and parking space only need to be installed in spaces that will be inaccessible in the future, either trenched underground or where penetrations to walls, floors, or other partitions would otherwise be required for future installation of branch circuits. Raceways must be at least one inch in diameter and may be sized for multiple circuits as allowed by the California Electrical Code. The panel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for EV charging as "EV CAPABLE." Construction documents shall indicate future completion of raceway from the panel to the parking space, via the installed inaccessible raceways.
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6 LEVEL 1 EV READY SPACE: A parking space served by a complete electric circuit with a minimum of 110/120 volt, 20 ampere capacity including electrical panel capacity, overprotection device, a minimum one inch diameter raceway that may include multiple circuits as allowed by the California Electrical Code, wiring, and either a) a receptacle labeled "Electric Vehicle Outlet" with at least a 1/2 inch font adjacent to the parking space, or b) electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE).
LEVEL 2 EV READY SPACE: A parking space served by a complete electric circuit with 208/240 volt, 40 ampere capacity including electrical panel capacity, overprotection device, a minimum one inch diameter raceway that may include multiple circuits as allowed by the California Electrical Code, wiring, and either a) a receptacle labeled "Electric Vehicle Outlet" with at least a 1/2 inch font adjacent to the parking space, or b) electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) with a minimum output of 30 amperes.
B. Section 4.106.4 of the Green Building Standards Code Amended.
4.106.4 Electric vehicle (EV) charging for new construction. New construction shall comply with Section 4.106.4.1 or 4.106.4.2 to facilitate future installation and use of EV chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625.
EXCEPTION 1: If an applicant maintains that circumstances exist that make it, the applicant may request an exception in writing. The Building Official or their designee shall determine compliance with this section is infeasible upon one of the following conditions:
1.1 Where there is no local utility power supply or the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
1.2 Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcing agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section
4.106.4, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
EXCEPTION 2: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) without additional parking facilities.
C. Section 4.106.4.1 of the Green Building Standards Code Amended.
4.106.4.1 New one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses with attached private garages. For each dwelling unit, install a Level two EV Ready Space and Level 1 EV Ready Space.
Exception: For each dwelling unit with only one parking space, install a Level 2 EV Ready Space.
4.106.4.1.1 Identification. The raceway termination location shall be permanently and visibly marked as "Electric Vehicle Outlet."
D. Section 4.106.4.2 of the Green Building Standards Code Amended.
4.106.4.2 New multifamily dwellings, hotels and motels and new residential parking facilities.
When parking is provided, parking spaces for new multifamily dwellings, hotels and motels shall meet the requirements of Sections 4.106.4.2.1 and 4.106.4.2.2. Calculations for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. A parking space served by electric vehicle supply equipment or designed as a future EV charging space shall count as at least one standard automobile parking space only for the purpose of complying with any applicable minimum parking space requirements established by a local jurisdiction. See Vehicle Code Section 22511.2 for further details.
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6 4.106.4.2.1 Multifamily development projects with less than 20 dwelling units, and hotels and motels with less than 20 sleeping units or guest rooms. The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.
1. EV Capable. Thirty percent of the total number of parking spaces on a building site, provided for all types of parking facilities, shall be electric vehicle charging spaces (EV spaces) capable of supporting future Level 2 EVSE. Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging purposes as "EV CAPABLE" in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
EXCEPTION 1: When Level two EVSE EV chargers are installed in a number equal to or greater than the required number of EV capable spaces.
EXCEPTION 2: When EV chargers (Level 2 EVSE) are installed in a number less than the required number of EV capable spaces, the number of EV capable spaces required may be reduced by a number equal to the number of EV chargers installed.
EXCEPTION 3: For all multifamily Affordable Housing, 10% of dwelling units with parking space(s) shall be provided with at least one Level 2 EV Ready Space. Calculations for the required minimum number of Level 2 EV Ready Spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. The remaining dwelling units with parking space(s) shall each be provided with at least a Level 1 EV Ready Space.
Notes:
1. Construction documents are intended to demonstrate the project's capability and capacity for facilitating future EV charging.
2. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until receptacles for EV charging or EV chargers are installed for use.
3. ALMS may be installed to decrease electrical service and transformer costs associated with EV Charging Equipment subject to review of the City.
4. Installation of Level two EV Ready Spaces above the minimum number required level may offset the minimum number Level one EV Ready spaces required on a 1:1 basis.
5. The requirements apply to multifamily buildings, hotels, and motels with parking spaces including: a) assigned or leased to individual dwelling units, and b) unassigned residential parking.
6. In order to adhere to accessibility requirements in accordance with California Building Code Chapters 11A and/or 11B, it is recommended that all accessible parking spaces for newly constructed multifamily dwellings, hotels, and motels are provided with Level 1 or Level 2 EV Ready Spaces.
2. EV Ready. Twenty-five percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with low power Level two EV charging receptacles. For multifamily parking facilities, no more than one receptacle is required per dwelling unit when more than one parking space is provided for use by a single dwelling unit.
EXCEPTION: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.
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6 3. EV Chargers. Ten percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with Level 2 EVSE. Where common use parking is provided, at least one EV charger shall be located in the common use parking area and shall be available for use by all residents or guests.
When low power Level two EV charging receptacles or Level 2 EVSE are installed beyond the minimum required, an automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to reduce the maximum required electrical capacity to each space served by the ALMS. The electrical system and any on-site distribution transformers shall have sufficient capacity to deliver at least 3.3 kW simultaneously to each EV charging station (EVCS) served by the ALMS. The branch circuit shall have a minimum capacity of 40 amperes, and installed EVSE shall have a capacity of not less than 30 amperes. ALMS shall not be used to reduce the minimum required electrical capacity to the required EV capable spaces.
4.106.4.2.2 Multifamily development projects with 20 or more dwelling units, hotels and motels with 20 or more sleeping units or guest rooms. The number of dwelling units, sleeping units or guest rooms shall be based on all buildings on a project site subject to this section.
1. EV Capable. Thirty percent of the total number of parking spaces on a building site, provided for all types of parking facilities, shall be electric vehicle charging spaces (EV spaces) capable of supporting future Level two EVSE. Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
The service panel or subpanel circuit directory shall identify the overcurrent protective device space(s) reserved for future EV charging purposes as "EV CAPABLE" in accordance with the California Electrical Code.
EXCEPTION: When Level two EVSE EV chargers are installed in a number greater than 5% of parking spaces required by Section 4.106.4.2.2, Item 3, the number of EV capable spaces required may be reduced by a number equal to the number of EV chargers installed over the 5% required.
Notes:
1. Construction documents shall show locations of future EV spaces.
2. There is no requirement for EV spaces to be constructed or available until receptacles for EV charging or EV chargers are installed for use.
3. ALMS may be installed to decrease electrical service and transformer costs associated with EV Charging Equipment subject to review of the City.
4. The requirements apply to multifamily buildings, hotels, and motels with parking spaces including: a) assigned or leased to individual dwelling units, and b) unassigned residential parking.
5. In order to adhere to accessibility requirements in accordance with California Building Code Chapters 11A and/or 11B, it is recommended that all accessible parking spaces for newly constructed multifamily dwellings, hotels, and motels are provided with Level 1 or Level 2 EV Ready Spaces.
2. EV Ready. Twenty-five percent of the total number of parking spaces shall have low power Level two EV charging receptacles. For multifamily parking facilities, no more than one receptacle is required per dwelling unit when more than one parking space is provided for use by a single dwelling unit.
EXCEPTION: Areas of parking facilities served by parking lifts.
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6 3. EV Chargers. Ten percent of the total number of parking spaces shall be equipped with Level two EVSE. Where common use parking is provided, at least one EV charger shall be located in the common use parking area and shall be available for use by all residents or guests.
When low power Level two EV charging receptacles or Level two EVSE are installed beyond the minimum required, an automatic load management system (ALMS) may be used to reduce the maximum required electrical capacity to each space served by the ALMS. The electrical system and any on-site distribution transformers shall have sufficient capacity to deliver at least 3.3 kW simultaneously to each EV charging station (EVCS) served by the ALMS. The branch circuit shall have a minimum capacity of 40 amperes, and installed EVSE shall have a capacity of not less than 30 amperes. ALMS shall not be used to reduce the minimum required electrical capacity to the required EV capable spaces.
E. Section 5.106.5.3 of the Green Building Standards Code Amended.
Electric vehicle (EV) charging. Construction to provide electric vehicle infrastructure and facilitate electric vehicle charging shall comply with Section 5.106.5.3.1 and shall be provided in accordance with regulations in the California Building Code, the California Electrical Code and as follows:
EXCEPTION 1: If an applicant maintains that circumstances exist that make it, the applicant may request an exception in writing. The Building Official or their designee shall determine compliance with this section is infeasible upon one of the following conditions:
a. Where there is no local utility power supply.
b. Where the local utility is unable to supply adequate power. c. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcement agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 5.106.5.3, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
EXCEPTION 2: Parking spaces accessible only by automated mechanical car parking systems are not required to comply with this code section.
F. Section 5.106.5.4 of the Green Building Standards Code Amended.
5.106.5.4 Electric vehicle (EV) charging: medium-duty and heavy-duty. Construction shall comply with Section 5.106.5.4.1 to facilitate future installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). Construction for warehouses, grocery stores and retail stores with planned off-street loading spaces shall also comply with Section 5.106.5.4.1 for future installation of medium- and heavy-duty EVSE.
EXCEPTION 1: If an applicant maintains that circumstances exist that make it, the applicant may request an exception in writing. The Building Official or their designee shall determine compliance with this section is infeasible upon one of the following conditions:
a. Where there is no local utility power supply.
b. Where the local utility is unable to supply adequate power. c. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcement agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 5.106.5.3, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
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6 SECTION 7. Chapter 11.08 (Mechanical Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.08
MECHANICAL CODE
11.08.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Mechanical Code.
11.08.020 Amendments.
11.08.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Mechanical Code.
A. Certain documents are marked “2022 2025 California Mechanical Code.” One copy of this document is on file in the office of the building official. The documents are published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents (and any appendices printed therein, if any) with additions, deletions and amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the mechanical code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the City’s Mechanical Code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.08.020 Amendments.
Amendments, additions, and deletions to the 2022 2025 California Mechanical Section are as follows:
A. Section 107.0 of the 2022 2025 California Mechanical Code, is amended to read as follows:
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a) The building official shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of administrating the provisions of this chapter.
b) Whenever it is provided herein that certain things shall be done in accordance with the order, opinion, or approval of the building official, such order, opinion or approval shall be complied with; provided, any person aggrieved thereby, or believing that such order, opinion or approval is erroneous or faulty, may appeal except as otherwise provided in this chapter, to the city manager in writing within seventy-two hours after such order, opinion or approval has been given, and the city manager shall affirm, modify or reverse the same within seventy-two (72) hours thereafter The decision of the city manager shall be final and conclusive. In the meantime, except in the case of immediate hazard, the order, opinion, or approval shall be deemed suspended until such person has exhausted his or her right of appeal as herein provided.
SECTION 8. Chapter 11.10 (Residential Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.10
RESIDENTIAL CODE
11.10.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Residential Code.
11.10.020 Amendments.
11.10.030 Violations.
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A. Certain documents are marked “2022 2025 California Residential Code”. One copy of this document is on file in the office of the City Building Official. The documents are published by the International Conference of Building Officials International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents and Appendix 1A, printed therein, together with any additions, deletions, amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the energy code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the City’s Residential Code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.10.020 Amendments.
Amendments to the 2022 2025 California Residential Codes are as follows:
A. Section R319.1 R308.1 is amended as follows:
R319.1 R308.1 Address identification. Buildings shall be provided with approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Directional address numbers or letters shall be provided. Said addresses or numbers shall be posted at a height no greater than five (5) feet, six (6) inches above the finished floor and shall be either internally or externally illuminated in all new construction. Address identification characters shall contrast with their background. Address numbers shall be Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Each character shall be not less than 4 inches (102 mm) in height with a stroke width of not less than 0.5 inch (12.7 mm). Where required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a private road and the building address cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other sign or means shall be used to identify the structure.
Address identification shall be maintained.
R319.1.1 R308.1.1: Rear Addressing. When required by the fire code official, approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the fire apparatus road behind a property or where rear parking lots or alleys provide acceptable vehicular access.
B. Section R319.7.1 is amended as follows:
R319.7.1 Existing emergency escape and rescue openings. Where a change of occupancy would require an emergency escape and rescue opening in accordance with Section R319.1, operable windows serving as the emergency escape and rescue opening shall comply with Section R319.2.
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6 BC. Section R341 is added as follows:
R341 Construction Fencing. For projects completing substantial construction where the structure does not meet the minimum habitable requirements in the Health and Safety code, protection shall be provided for adjoining public and private property to protect from damage and theft during construction, remodeling, and demolition work.
R341.1 Protection shall be maintained in place and kept in good order for the entire length of construction
R341.2 The construction site shall be secured by temporary chain-linked fencing, with a minimum height of seventy-two (72) inches; the chain-link fence is to be made of galvanized steel and must include a top and bottom rail. The fencing must be adequately anchored to prevent movement and the effects of wind. No visible gaps in the fencing are allowed, including in between or underneath panels.. Gates must be sliding or in-swinging and close tightly with no gaps in or around them.
R341.3 When the construction site is adjacent to any public right-of-way, the fence adjacent to the right-of-way shall have a visual/dust barrier or screening. The screen is to be constructed of green knitted polyethylene or canvas securely fixed to the inside face of the fencing and shall be maintained in a taut condition throughout the project. No twisted wire is to protrude on the exterior side of the fence. No tears or rips greater than two (2) inches in any dimension are permitted.
Any screening that is torn or ripped or fencing or barricades that have been defaced will be replaced at the contractor’s expense within 48 hours.
R341.4 In addition to the required screening, the temporary chain-link fencing facing a public right-of-way shall be set back two (2) feet from any property line or sidewalk, if site conditions allow. All areas visible from the public right-of-way shall be maintained free of weeds and litter.
R341.5 Construction projects shall include the following language in their project specifications, conditions of approval, and/or building permit:
1. Any construction site or staging area fencing facing a public right-of-way shall include a sign, securely installed on the fence that is made of durable and waterproof materials that provide the following information: the name and emergency contact telephone number of the general contractor and the City of San Bruno Building Division contact information. The sign lettering shall be large enough to be read from ten feet away and the sign shall not extend above the top of the fence.
D. Section R902.1.2 is amended as follows:
R902.1.2 Roof coverings in all other areas other than Fire Hazard Severity Zones or a Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI area). The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within any one- year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be a fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A fire classification. Treated wood shake or shingles are prohibited.
11.10.030 Violations.
Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provisions of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm, or corporation, shall be deemed guilty of a separate
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SECTION 9. Chapter 11.14 (Code for Building Conservation) is hereby rescinded in its entirety.
SECTION 10. Chapter 11.16 (Electrical Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.16
ELECTRICAL CODE
11.16.010 2022 2025 Adoption of the California Electrical Code.
11.16.020 Amendments, additions and deletions to the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code.
11.16.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code.
A. The code of rules and regulations known and designated as the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code as published by the California Building Standards Commission as adopted and amended by the State of California is adopted. The documents (and the appendices printed with additions, deletions and amendments, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the electrical code for the building standards of the City of San Bruno, and may be cited as such. A copy of the code shall be kept in the office of the building official.
B. No section of the California Electrical Code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.16.020 Amendments, additions and deletions to the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code.
The amendments, additions and deletions to the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code are as follows:
A. Section 90.4 of the 2022 2025 Electrical Code is amended by the addition of the following:
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a. The building official shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of administrating the provisions of this chapter.
b. Whenever it is provided herein that certain things shall be done in accordance with the order, opinion, or approval of the building official, such order, opinion or approval shall be complied with; provided, any person aggrieved thereby, or believing that such order,
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B. Section 90.4(B) of the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code is amended by the addition of the following:
The authority having jurisdiction for enforcing this Code is the building official.
C. Section 90.4 of the 2022 2025 California Electrical Code is amended by the addition of the following:
Violation Penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provision of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter
1.28. SECTION 11. Chapter 11.20 (Plumbing Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.20
PLUMBING CODE
11.20.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Plumbing Code.
11.20.020 Amendments, additions and deletions to the California Plumbing Code.
11.20.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Plumbing Code.
A. Certain documents are marked “2022 2025 California Plumbing Code.” One copy of this document is on file in the office of the building official. The documents are published by California Building Standards Commission and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials. The documents (and any appendices printed therein) together with additions, deletions and amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the plumbing code for the building standards of the City of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the City’s Plumbing Code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.20.020 Amendments, additions and deletions to the California Plumbing Code.
The amendments, additions and deletions to the 2022 2025 California Plumbing Code are as follows:
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6 A. Section 107.0 of the California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
Appeal and Review. The building official shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of administrating the provisions of this chapter.
Whenever it is provided herein that certain things shall be done in accordance with the order, opinion, or approval of the building official, such order, opinion or approval shall be complied with; provided, any person aggrieved thereby, or believing that such order, opinion or approval is erroneous or faulty, may appeal except as otherwise provided in this chapter, to the city manager in writing within seventy-two hours after such order, opinion or approval has been given, and the city manager shall affirm, modify or reverse the same within seventy-two (72) hours thereafter. The decision of the City Manager shall be final and conclusive. In the meantime, except in the case of immediate hazard, the order, opinion, or approval shall be deemed suspended until such person has exhausted his or her right of appeal as herein provided.
B. Section 106.3 of the California Plumbing Code, is amended to read as follows:
Violation Penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provision of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
C. Section 103.0 of the 2022 California Plumbing Code is amended to read as follows:
Authority Having Jurisdiction. The administrative authority is the official authorized by the city to administer and enforce the provisions of the plumbing code as adopted or amended. The administrative authority shall be the building official.
A. Section 103.0 of the 2025 California Plumbing Code is amended with the addition of the following:
Authority Having Jurisdiction. The administrative authority is the official authorized by the city to administer and enforce the provisions of the plumbing code as adopted or amended. The administrative authority shall be the building official.
B. Section 106.3 of the 2025 California Plumbing Code is amended to read as follows:
Violation Penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provision of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
C. Section 107.0 of the 2025 California Plumbing Code is amended to read:
Appeal and Review. The building official shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of administrating the provisions of this chapter.
Whenever it is provided herein that certain things shall be done in accordance with the order, opinion, or approval of the building official, such order, opinion or approval shall be complied with; provided, any person aggrieved thereby, or believing that such order, opinion or approval is erroneous or faulty, may appeal except as otherwise provided in this chapter, to the city manager in writing within seventy-two hours after such order, opinion or approval has been
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6 given, and the city manager shall affirm, modify or reverse the same within seventy-two (72) hours thereafter. The decision of the City Manager shall be final and conclusive. In the meantime, except in the case of immediate hazard, the order, opinion, or approval shall be deemed suspended until such person has exhausted his or her right of appeal as herein provided.
SECTION 12. Chapter 11.22 (Existing Building Code) is hereby amended as follows:
Chapter 11.22
EXISTING BUILDING CODE
Sections:
11.22.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Existing Building Code.
11.22.020 Amendments.
11.22.030 Violations.
11.22.010 Adoption of the 2022 2025 California Existing Building Code.
A. Certain documents are marked “2022 2025 California Building Existing Building Code”.
One copy of this document is on file in the office of the City Building Official. The documents are published by the International Conference of Building Officials International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents and Appendix 1A, printed therein, together with any additions, deletions, amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the energy code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the city’s existing code shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof.
Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.22.020 Amendments.
Amendments to the 2022 2025 California Existing Building Code is as follows:
A. Section 506A.4 is amended as follows:
Existing emergency escape and rescue openings. Where a change of occupancy would require an emergency escape and rescue opening in accordance with Section 1031.1 of the California Building Code, operable windows serving as the emergency escape and rescue opening shall comply with the following: requirements of California Building Code 1031.3.
1. A replacement window where such window complies with the following:
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6 1.1. The replacement window is the manufacturer's largest standard size window that will fit within the existing frame or existing rough opening. The replacement window shall be permitted to be of the same operating style as the existing window or a style that provides for an equal or greater window opening area than the existing window.
11.22.030 Violations.
Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provisions of this code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm, or corporation, shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
SECTION 13. Chapter 11.23 (Wildland-Urban Interface) is hereby added as follows:
Chapter 11.23
WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE CODE
11.23.010 Adoption of the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
11.23.020 Violations.
11.23.010 Adoption of the 2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code A. Certain documents are marked the “2025 California Wildland-Urban Interface Code)” and the “2025 California A Wildland-Urban Interface) Code.” One copy of these documents is on file in the office of the building official. The documents are published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission. The documents, together with any additions, deletions, amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the State of California, are adopted as the administrative and referenced standards code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno, and may be cited as such.
B. No section of this chapter shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council, or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, such section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with the discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
11.02.020 Violations.
Any person, firm or corporation violating any provisions of this Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm or corporation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
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6 SECTION 14. Chapter 11.24 (San Bruno Fire Code) of Title 11 (Buildings, Construction and Fire Protection) is hereby amended as follows:
CHAPTER 11.24
SAN BRUNO FIRE CODE
11.24.010 Adoption of the California Fire Code and International Fire Code.
11.24.020 Establishment and duties of the Fire Prevention Division.
11.24.030 Amendments to the California Fire Code and International Fire Code.
11.24.010. Adoption of the California Fire Code and International Fire Code.
A. There is adopted by the city for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from fire, explosion, or wildfire, those certain codes which building standards known as the 20222025 California Fire Code, together with Appendices B, D, and those adopted from the state. One copy of these documents is on file in the office of the building official. The documents are published by the California Building Standards Commission. The documents (and appendices printed therein,) together with additions, deletions, and amendments as set forth herein, and any future addenda or errata published by the state of California, are adopted as the fire code for the city of San Bruno and may be cited as such.
B. No section of the fire code for the building standards of the city of San Bruno shall impose a mandatory duty of enforcement on the city, or on any officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof. Instead, if any section purports to impose a mandatory duty of enforcement, said section shall be deemed to invest the city, and the appropriate officer, official, agent, employee, board, council or commission thereof with discretion to enforce the section, or not to enforce it.
C. The San Bruno fire department has determined that modifications to the 2021 2024 International Fire Code with the 20222025 California amendments are needed and reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, and topographical conditions, which are incorporated fully herein.
11.24.020. Establishment and duties of the fire prevention division.
The California Fire Code as adopted and amended herein shall be enforced by the city fire prevention division, which is hereby established, and which shall be operated under the supervision of the fire code official.
11.24.030. Amendments to the California Fire Code and International Fire Code.
Amendments, additions, and deletions to the 2025 California Fire Code are as follows:
A. Chapter 1, Division II is amended as follows: , Section 102.2, CFC is amended—Administrative, operational and maintenance provisions.
1. Section 102.2 is amended to delete item #2 of this section.
2. Section 102.14 is added to read:
102.14 The fire code official will maintain a set of design and installation standards that include but are not limited to: Address posting, Special Suppression Systems, Fire
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6 Apparatus Turnarounds, Turnouts, Knox Key Safe Installations, Emergency Responder Radio Coverage Systems, and Fire Sprinkler Systems. These standards are necessary for the City of San Bruno to provide a reasonable degree of fire and life safety for the community.
3. Section 103.2, CFC is amended—Appointment. Section 103.2 is deleted in its entirety.
4. Section 105.5 is adopted in its entirety.
5. 4. 105.5.17 Fire Hydrants and Valves valves is amended by adding:
105.5.17.1 Where the duty of maintaining fire hydrants is not specified in any legal document, fire hydrants that are adjacent to public streets, or streets accepted with public easements, or streets with water mains maintained by the City, are to be maintained by the City. Fire hydrants that are adjacent to privately controlled or owned streets, or streets with water mains maintained by the property owner(s), are to be maintained by the private property owner(s) in accordance with the City Water Division and Fire Department adopted standards.
6.5. Section 105.5.55 105.5.60 Mobile food Preparation preparation vehicles is added:
105.5.55 105.5.60 A permit is required for mobile food preparation vehicles equipped with appliances that produce smoke or grease-laden vapors.
7.6. Section 107108 Fees is amended to add the following:
107.1.1 108.4.1 Investigation—Work without a Permit. Whenever construction or work for which a permit is required by this code, or any other code adopted or incorporated by reference as part of this code, has been commenced without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation shall be made before a permit may be issued for the work. Demolition of all or part of a structure or system without a required permit shall be subject to the investigation and fees imposed by this section.
107.1.2 108.4.2 Fee—Work without a Permit. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, shall be collected as a civil penalty, whether or not a permit is then or subsequently issued. The investigation feel shall be up to 10 times the fire permit fee. The investigation fee shall be determined by the Fire Chief and shall be based on the staff time reasonably required to resolve all of the issues relegate to the work that has been performed without a permit. No construction work shall be issued until the investigation fee has been paid in full.
Any person assessed such a fee may file an appeal with the City Clerk within 10 days after written notice to such person of the assessment. A hearing upon such appeal shall thereafter be held by the City Council; its decisions thereon shall be final.
Nothing in this section shall relieve any persons from fully complying with the requirements of this code, or any codes incorporated by reference and made a part of this code in the execution of the work, or from any other fees or penalties prescribed by law.
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6 107.7 108.7 The fees for the permits and other services shall be as established by resolution of the San Bruno City Council. The fees shall be set to cover the cost of the Fire Department to review and inspect the intended activities, operations or functions.
Exceptions:
(1) The applicant for a given permit shall be exempt from the payment when the work to be conducted is for the City of San Bruno under written contract to the City or for events sponsored or cosponsored by the City.
(2) Where processes or materials are inherent with a permit justifiable item, subsequent fees may be waived at the discretion of the Fire Chief. (3) All fire permits and fire construction permits shall have a set number of inspections per permit as set forth by the San Bruno Fee Schedule. Additional inspections and additional re-inspections may be billed at an hourly rate consistent with the San Bruno Fee Schedule.
(4) Application for "event" type permits (i.e., Assembly, Tents, etc.) shall be submitted 14 days prior to the event date. Applications submitted within 13 days prior to the event date may be charged double the regular permit rate as established by the San Bruno Fee Schedule.
(5) "After Hours" inspections shall be invoiced at a rate of one and one-half time the normal hourly rate. "After Hours" inspections will be billed at a rate of two hours minimum. "After Hours" inspections are defined as follows: Inspections conducted outside of normal business hours for the Fire Prevention Division.
8.7. Section 111.1 112.1 is deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
111.1 112.1 Appeals. The fire code official shall be charged with the duty and responsibility of administrating the provisions of this chapter. Whenever it is provided herein that certain things shall be done in accordance with the order, opinion, or approval of the fire code official, such order, opinion or approval shall be complied with; provided, any person aggrieved thereby, or believing that such order, opinion or approval is erroneous or faulty, may appeal except as otherwise provided in this chapter, to the city manager in writing within seventy-two hours after such order, opinion or approval has been given, and the city manager shall affirm, modify or reverse the same within 72 hours thereafter. The decision of the city manager shall be final and conclusive. In the meantime, except in the case of immediate hazard, the order, opinion, or approval shall be deemed suspended until such person has exhausted his or her right of appeal as herein provided.
9.8. Section 111.2 112.2 Limitations on Authority is deleted in its entirety.
10.9.Section 111.3 112.3 Qualifications is deleted in its entirety.
11.10.Section 112.4 113.4 is amended to read as follows:
112.4 113.4 Violation Penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation violating any provision of this Code shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and each such person, firm, or corporation, shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day or portion thereof during which such violation exists and shall be punished as set forth in San Bruno Municipal Code Chapter 1.28.
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6 B. Section 202, General Definitions, is amended to read as follows add the following definitions:
City Council. The governing body of the City.
Combination Alarm System. Combination fire and burglar alarm system.
Fire Control Room. A separate room of fire-resistant construction that provides an area from which fire-fighting operations or other emergency procedures can be directed or controlled. It cannot be used for any other purpose. It contains controls, panels, telephones associated with a buildings fire services.
Mobile Food Preparation Vehicles. Vehicles that contain cooking equipment that produces smoke or grease-laden vapors for the purpose of preparing and serving food to the public.
Vehicles intended for private recreation shall not be considered mobile food preparation vehicles.
C. Section 202, General Definitions, Nuisance Alarm is amended to read as follows:
Nuisance Alarm. An unwarranted and preventable alarm caused by mechanical failure, malfunction, improper installation or lack of proper maintenance, system servicing testing, construction activities, ordinary household activities, false alarm, other cause when no such danger exists, or an alarm activated by a cause that cannot be determined.
C.D.Chapter 307.4.2 is amended to read as follows:
307.4.2 Recreational Fires. When approved by the fire code official, recreational fires shall not be conducted within 25 feet (7,620 mm) of a structure or combustible material. Conditions that could cause a fire to spread within 25 feet (7,620 mm) of the structure shall be eliminated prior to ignition. If allowed, all such fires shall require a fire code permit.
D.E. Section 319 324 Mobile Food Preparation Vehicles is added to read: as amended below:
319.1 324.1 General. Mobile food preparation vehicles that are equipped with appliances that produce smoke or grease-laden vapors shall comply with this section. 319.1.1 324.1.1 Health department approval. Mobile food preparation vehicles shall display a San Mateo County health department sticker as prescribed by county health. 319.2 324.2 Permit required. Permits shall be required as set forth in Section 105.5.60. 105.5.55.
319.3 324.3 Exhaust hood. Cooking equipment that produces grease-laden vapors shall be provided with a kitchen exhaust hood in accordance with Section 606. 319.4 324.4 Fire protection. Fire protection shall be provided in accordance with Sections 319.4.1 324.4.1 and 319.4.2 324.4.2.
319.4.1 324.4.1 Fire protection for cooking equipment. Cooking equipment shall be protected by automatic fire extinguishing systems in accordance with Section 904.13.
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6 319.4.2 324.4.2 Fire extinguisher. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided in accordance with Section 906.4.
319.5 324.5 Appliance connection to fuel supply piping. Gas cooking appliances shall be secured in place and connected to fuel-supply piping with an appliance connector complying with ANSI Z21.69/CSA 6.16. The connector installation shall be configured in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Movement of appliances shall be limited by restraining devices installed in accordance with the connector and appliance manufacturer's instructions.
319.6 324.6 Cooking oil storage containers. Cooking oil storage containers within mobile food preparation vehicles shall have a maximum aggregate volume not more than 120 gallons (454 L), and shall be stored in such a way as to not be toppled or damaged during transport. 319.7 324.7 Cooking oil storage tanks. Cooking oil storage tanks within mobile food preparation vehicles shall comply with Sections 319.7.2 324.7.1 through 319.7.5.2 324.7.5.2. 319.7.1 324.7.1 Metallic storage tanks. Metallic cooking oil storage tanks shall be listed in accordance with UL 80 or UL 142, and shall be installed in accordance with the tank manufacturer's instructions.
319.7.2 324.7.2 Nonmetallic storage tanks. Nonmetallic cooking oil storage tanks shall be installed in accordance with the tank manufacturer's instructions and shall comply with both of the following:
1. Tanks shall be listed for use with cooking oil, including maximum temperature to which the tank will be exposed during use.
2. Tank capacity shall not exceed 200 gallons (757 L) per tank. 319.7.3 324.7.3 Cooking oil storage system components. Metallic and nonmetallic cooking oil storage system components shall include, but are not limited to, piping, connections, fittings, valves, tubing, hose, pumps, vents and other related components used for the transfer of cooking oil.
319.7.4 324.7.4 Design criteria. The design, fabrication and assembly of system components shall be suitable for the working pressures, temperatures and structural stresses to be encountered by the components.
319.7.5 324.7.5 Tank venting. Normal and emergency venting shall be provided for cooking oil storage tanks.
319.7.5.1 324.7.5.1 Normal vents. Normal vents shall be located above the maximum normal liquid line and shall have a minimum effective area not smaller than the largest filling or withdrawal connection. Normal vents are not required to vent to the exterior. 319.7.5.2 324.7.5.2 Emergency vents. Emergency relief vents shall be located above the maximum normal liquid line and shall be in the form of a device or devices that will relieve
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6 excessive internal pressure caused by an exposure fire. For nonmetallic tanks, the emergency relief vent shall be allowed to be in the form of construction. Emergency vents are not required to discharge to the exterior.
319.8 324.8 LP-gas systems. Where LP-gas systems provide fuel for cooking appliances, such systems shall comply with Chapter 61 and Sections 319.8.1 324.8.1 through 319.8.5 324.8.5.
319.8.1 324.8.1 Maximum aggregate volume. The maximum aggregate capacity of LP gas containers transported on the vehicle and used to fuel cooking appliances only shall not exceed 200 pounds (91 kg) propane capacity.
319.8.2 324.8.2 Protection of container. LP-gas containers installed on the vehicle shall be securely mounted and restrained to prevent movement.
319.8.3 324.8.3 LP-gas container construction. LP-gas containers shall be manufactured in compliance with the requirements of NFPA 58.
319.8.4 324.8.4 Protection of system piping. LP-gas system piping, including valves and fittings, shall be adequately protected to prevent tampering, impact damage, and damage from vibration.
319.8.5 324.8.5 LP-gas alarms. A listed LP-gas alarm shall be installed within the vehicle in the vicinity of LP-gas system components, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 319.9 324.9 CNG systems. Where CNG systems provide fuel for cooking appliances, such systems shall comply with Sections 319.9.1 324.9.1 through 319.9.4 324.9.4. 319.9.1 324.9.1 CNG containers supplying only cooking fuel. CNG containers installed solely to provide fuel for cooking purposes shall be in accordance with Sections 319.9.1.1 324.9.1.1 through 319.9.1.3 324.9.1.3.
319.9.1.1 324.9.1.1 Maximum aggregate volume. The maximum aggregate capacity of CNG containers transported on the vehicle shall not exceed 1,300 pounds (590 kg) water capacity. 319.9.1.2 324.9.1.2 Protection of container. CNG containers shall be securely mounted and restrained to prevent movement. Containers shall not be installed in locations subject to a direct vehicle impact.
319.9.1.3 324.9.1.3 CNG container construction. CNG containers shall be an NGV-2 cylinder.
319.9.2 324.9.2 CNG containers supplying transportation and cooking fuel. Where CNG containers and systems are used to supply fuel for cooking purposes in addition to being used for transportation fuel, the installation shall be in accordance with NFPA 52. 319.9.3 324.9.3 Protection of system piping. CNG system piping, including valves and fittings, shall be adequately protected to prevent tampering, impact damage and damage from vibration.
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6 319.9.4 324.9.4 Methane alarms. A listed methane gas alarm shall be installed within the vehicle in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. 319.10 324.10 Maintenance. Maintenance of systems on mobile food preparation vehicles shall be in accordance with Sections 319.10.1 324.10.1 through 319.10.3 324.10.3. 319.10.1 324.10.1 Exhaust system. The exhaust system, including hood, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts and other appurtenances, shall be inspected and cleaned in accordance with Section 606.3.
319.10.2 324.10.2 Fire protection systems and devices. Fire protection systems and devices shall be maintained in accordance with Section 901.6. 319.10.3 324.10.3 Fuel gas systems. LP-gas containers installed on the vehicle and fuel gas piping systems shall be inspected annually by an approved inspection agency or a company that is registered with the US Department of Transportation to requalify LP-gas cylinders, to ensure that system components are free from damage, suitable for the intended service and not subject to leaking. CNG containers shall be inspected every 3 years in a qualified service facility. CNG containers shall not be used past their expiration date as listed on the manufacturer's container label. Upon satisfactory inspection, the approved inspection agency shall affix a tag on the fuel gas system or within the vehicle indicating the name of the inspection agency and the date of satisfactory inspection.
E.F. Section 401.3.2.1 is added to read as follows:
401.3.2.1 Nuisance alarm notification. Notification of emergency responders based on a nuisance alarm may be punishable by a fine in accordance with the adopted fee schedule or ordinance. In addition, the responsible party may be liable for the operational and administrative costs, incurred from the emergency response or mitigation procedures resulting from a nuisance alarm notification.
F.G. Section 401.3.2.2 is added to read as follows:
401.3.2.2 Multiple nuisance alarm activations. Any occupancy that has more than three nuisance alarms, causing emergency response within a 12-month fiscal calendar year period (July 1 through June 30) may be required to modify, repair, upgrade or replace their system and/or monitoring station as determined by the fire code official.
G.H. Section 503, Fire Apparatus Access Roads. Section 503.3 is amended by adding Section 503.3.1 to read as follows:
503.3.1 Fire lane designation. Designation of fire lanes shall be by one of the following means:
1. By white signs measuring at least 12 inches by 18 (12" x 18") inches posted immediately adjacent thereto and clearly visible. It should clearly state, in red letters not less than one inch (1") in height, that the space is a fire lane and parking is prohibited.
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6 2. By outlining and hash marking the area in contrasting colors clearly marking it with the words "Fire Lane - No Parking."
3. By identifying the space with a red curb upon which the words "Fire Lane - No Parking" are stenciled every 15 feet.
(a) Both sides of fire lanes shall be red curbed when the fire lane is 20 to 28 feet in width. (b) At least one side of a fire lane shall be red curbed and stenciled when the fire lane is over 28 and up to 36 feet in width.
(c) Curbs need not be painted red nor stenciled when the fire lane is more than 36 feet in width.
H.I. Section 505, Premises Identification. Section 505.1.1 through 505.1.3 are added to read as follows:
505.1.1 Address identification. When the structure is 36 to 50 feet from the street or fire apparatus access, a minimum of one-half inch (1/2") stroke by six inches (6") high is required. 505.1.2 Multi-tenant buildings. Numbers or letters shall be designated on all occupancies within a building. Size shall be one-half inch (1/2") stroke by four inches (4") high and on a contrasting background. Directional address numbers or letters shall be provided. Said addresses or numbers shall be posted at a height no greater than 5 feet, 6 inches (5' 6") above the finished floor and shall be either internally or externally illuminated in all new construction. 505.1.3 Rear addressing. When required by the fire code official, approved numbers or addresses shall be placed on all new and existing buildings in such a position as to be plainly visible and legible from the fire apparatus road at the back of a property or where rear parking lots or alleys provide and acceptable vehicular access. Number stroke and size shall comply with Section 505.1.1.
I.J. Section 506, Key Boxes. Sections 506.1.1.1 and 506.1.1.2 are added to read as follows:
506.1.1.1 Key boxes. The key box shall be of an approved type and shall contain contents as established in Section 506.1.1.2.
506.1.1.2 Key box contents requirements. The keys provided shall be two master keys to all spaces including multi-tenant spaces. Additional keys shall be included for elevator control, fire alarm control panels, and fire sprinkler control valve access. If the business/ operation is required to have a Hazardous Material Inventory Statement (HMIS), the HMIS shall be included in the key box.
J.K. Section 507, Fire Protection Water Supplies.
1. Section 507.5.1.1 is amended to read as follows:
507.5.1.1 Hydrant for fire department connections. Buildings equipped with a water- based fire protection system installed in accordance with Sections 903 through 905 shall
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2. Section 507.5.2 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance is amended by adding Sections 507.5.2.1 and 507.5.4.1:
507.5.2.1 Where the duty of maintaining fire hydrants is not specified in any legal document, fire hydrants that are adjacent to public streets, or streets accepted with public easements, or streets with water mains maintained by the City, are to be maintained by the City. Fire hydrants that are adjacent to privately controlled or owned streets, or streets with water mains maintained by the property owner(s), are to be maintained by the private property owner(s) in accordance with the City Water Division and Fire Department adopted standards.
507.5.4.1 Vehicle parking restrictions. Whenever any on-site fire protection equipment or access ways have been installed and provided in this section, the following provisions shall be applicable: Hydrants: Parking prohibited, with respect to hydrants located along private access ways where curbs exist, said curbs shall be painted red or otherwise appropriately marked by the owner, lessee or another person in charge of the premises, to prohibit parking for a distance of 10 feet in either direction from such hydrant.
3. Section 507.5.4 Obstruction is amended by adding section 507.5.4.1:
507.5.4.1 Vehicle parking restrictions. Whenever any on-site fire protection equipment or access ways have been installed and provided in this section, the following provisions shall be applicable: Hydrants: Parking prohibited, with respect to hydrants located along private access ways where curbs exist, said curbs shall be painted red or otherwise appropriately marked by the owner, lessee or another person in charge of the premises, to prohibit parking for a distance of 10 feet in either direction from such hydrant.
K.L. Section 508, Fire Command Center. Section 508.1.1.1 is added to read as follows:
508.1.1.1. Requirements. The fire command center shall be equipped with an exterior door and be located at the exterior of the building at a location approved by the fire code official.
M. Section 508.2 is added to read as follows:
508.2 Fire control room. An approved fire control room shall be provided for all new buildings or occupancies with a change of use, requiring protection by an automatic fire sprinkler system. The room shall only contain all main system control valves, fire alarm control panels ERRCS equipment, and other fire equipment required by the Code Official. Fire control rooms shall be located within the building at a location approved by the Code Official and shall be provided at grade with a means to access the room directly from the exterior. Durable signage shall be provided on the exterior side of the access door to identify the fire control room. Fire Control Rooms shall not be less than 35 square feet. Storage of materials in fire control rooms is prohibited.
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6 Exceptions:
1. Group R, Division 3 Occupancies.
2. Occupancies with a fire pump shall have a fire control room that is a minimum of 200 square feet.
3. In high-rise buildings, the fire control room shall not be less than 200 square feet.
L.N. Section 510.4.2 is amended to read as follows:
510.4.2 System design. The in-building, two-way emergency responder communication coverage system shall be designed in accordance with Sections 510.4.2.1 through 510.4.2.8, NFPA 12211225, NFPA 72, and San Mateo County ERCCS (P-500) and any San Bruno Fire Department Policies and Procedures developed in accordance with 102.14.
M.O. Section 510.5 is amended to read as follows:
510.5 Installation requirements. The installation of the in-building, two-way emergency responder communication coverage system shall be in accordance with San Mateo County ERCCS (P-500), NFPA 72, NFPA 12211225, and Sections 510.5.2 through 510.5, and any San Bruno Fire Department Policies and Procedures developed in accordance with 102.14.
N.P. Section 606 Elevator Operation, Maintenance, and Fire Service Keys. Section 604.6.3 is deleted in its entirety and replaced in its entirety with the following:
604.6.3 Shunt trip prohibited. Where elevator hoistway and/or elevator machine rooms containing elevator control equipment are located within buildings equipped with automatic fire sprinklers, the following is required in lieu of a shunt trip:
1. The elevator machine room shall be constructed with the minimum fire rating as the hoistway. For non-rated hoistways, the minimum rating shall be one hour throughout in accordance with Section 707 of the California Building Code for fire barriers.
2. Fire sprinklers at the top of the hoistway and inside the elevator machine room shall not be installed.
3. Means for elevator shutdown shall not be installed.
O.Q. Section 901.6.3.2 is added to read as follows:
901.6.3.2 Records reporting. Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems, and other fire protection systems such as Emergency Responder Communicating Systems, shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times, and shall be replaced or repaired where defective. Non-required fire protection systems and equipment shall be inspected, tested, and maintained or removed. All inspection, testing and maintenance reports shall be forwarded to the Fire Department using electronic media to the designated third party as assigned in the Policy Manual. Paper (hard copy) reports are not permitted.
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6 P.R. Section 903.2 Where Required, shall be deleted and replaced as follows:
903.2 Where required. Approved automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be installed in all new occupiable and/or habitable buildings and structures. In addition, approved automatic fire sprinkler systems shall be provided in locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.220.
Exceptions:
1.When approved by the fire code official, canopy structures used solely for vehicular parking which has photovoltaic systems attached are not required to be equipped with a fire sprinkler system as long as the structure meets distance requirements to other structures and property lines.
2.Group U occupancies less than 1,200 square feet.
Q.S. Section 903.2.8.5 903.2.8.4 is added to read as follows:
903.2.8.5 903.2.8.4 Additional residential sprinkler locations. The installation of a residential fire sprinkler system shall conform to the following:
1. Sprinklers shall be required throughout carports and garages.
Exception: Detached carports and garages less than 2,000 square feet in area.
2. Sprinkler coverage shall be provided in the following locations:
a.Attic access openings.
b.Areas of attics and crawl spaces containing storage, mechanical and/or electrical equipment.
R.T. Section 903.2.10.3 is added to read as follows:
903.2.10.3 Lithium-ion batteries in vehicles. An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout buildings having Group S-2 occupancies, having lithium-ion batteries in vehicles, and shall be designed for the square footage area of the lithium-ion batteries in vehicles, based on an area of sprinkler operation of 2,500 square feet and design density of 0.40 gpm/sf.
In Group S-2 occupancies, with portions of floors without lithium-ion batteries in vehicles, a sprinkler protection system shall be provided per NFPA 13.
S.U. Section 903.2.22 is added to read as follows:
903.2.22 An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided in all accessible combustible and noncombustible sub-floors, attic space, or areas above ceilings, which are greater than 6 inches (152.4 mm) in height and contain electrical or mechanical components, in a fire sprinklered structure.
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1. NFPA 13D systems shall comply with California Residential Code R313 and local standards.
2. The fire code official may permit the use of smoke detection in lieu of fire sprinklers in noncombustible and non-accessible floor spaces and when construction materials do not exceed a flame spread rating of 25.
T.V. Section 903.4.2 903.4.3 Alarms is amended as follows:
903.4.2 903.4.3 An approved exterior rated horn/strobe audible and visual notification device shall be connected to every automatic sprinkler system. The alarm device shall be provided on the exterior of the building in an approved location. Where a fire alarm system is installed, the actuation of the automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.
U.W. Section 903.4.3 903.3.10 Floor control valves is amended as follows:
903.4.3 903.3.10 Approved supervised indicating control valves shall be provided at the point of connection to the riser on each floor in all buildings.
Exception: Group R-3 Occupancies.
V.X. Section 903.6, Where required in existing buildings and structures, is amended to read as follows:
903.6 Where required in existing buildings or structures. An automatic fire extinguishing system shall be installed throughout when an addition, alteration, modification, remodel or modernization occurs to an existing building or structure over 7,500 square feet in gross floor area, which would require a building permit for construction valued in excess of $30,000 in any twelve-month period.
Exceptions:
1. When an addition is less than 250 square feet.
2. For additions larger than 250 square feet in an existing structure less than 7,500 square feet, only the portion of the structure added will be required to be protected by an approved automatic fire sprinkler system.
3. Existing one- or two-family dwelling.
W.Y. Section 905 Standpipe systems is amended as follows:
905.3 Required installations. Standpipe systems shall be installed where required by Sections 905.3.1 through 905.3.11.1 Standpipe systems shall be combined with automatic sprinkler systems.
Exception: Standpipe systems are not required in Group R-3 occupancies.
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6 X.Z. Section 905.3.5 905.3.4 Underground buildings is amended as follows:
905.3.5 905.3.4 Underground buildings shall be equipped throughout with a Class I automatic wet standpipe system.
Y.AA. Section 905.3.12 905.3.12 is added to read as follows:
905.3.12 905.3.12 Lithium-ion batteries in vehicles. Buildings with lithium-ion battery vehicles shall be equipped with Class I standpipe systems extended to have hose connections located within 100 feet of lithium-ion battery vehicle parking.
Z.BB. Section 905.4 Location of Class I standpipe hose connections is amended as follows:
905.4 Class I standpipe hose connections shall be provided in all of the following locations:
1. In every required stairway, a hose connection shall be provided for each floor level. Hose connections on combined standpipe systems are allowed at floor level. Hose connections shall be located at an intermediate floor level landing between floors unless otherwise approved by the fire code official. See Section 909.20 of the California Building Code for additional provisions in smokeproof enclosures.
2. (unchanged)
3. (unchanged)
4. (unchanged)
5. (unchanged)
6. (unchanged)
AA.CC. Section 907.2.11.2.5 is amended as follows:
907.2.11.2.5 Existing Group R occupancies. All existing Group R Division 3 Occupancies shall be provided with an approved smoke detection system meeting the requirements of 907.2.11.2 throughout the structure when any of the following occurs:
1. When alteration, repairs, structural changes or additions occur, within a 12 month period and the value of such work is in excess of $1,000.00.
2. When property is occupied by other than the property owner and rental or lease income is derived.
3. When existing property is sold an inspection of the installed smoke detection system for compliance with the Fire Code shall be completed by the San Bruno Fire Department prior to close of escrow. Installation of the smoke detection system shall be reviewed and approved by the San Bruno Fire Department prior to installation and inspected prior to final sign-off on occupancy.
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6 BB.DD. Section 907.1.6 is added to read as follows:
907.1.6 Certification. New fire alarm systems shall be UL-Certified. A certificate of Completion and other documentation as listed in NFPA 72 shall be provided for all new fire alarm system installation. It is the responsibility of the building owner or owner's representative to obtain and maintain a current and valid Certificate. The protected premises shall be issued a UUFX type certification from Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
CC.EE. Section 907.1.6.1 is added to read as follows:
907.1.6.1 Posting of certification. The UL certificate required in Section 907.1.6 shall be posted in a durable transparent cover within three feet of the fire alarm control panel within 45 days of the final acceptance test/inspection.
DD.FF. Section 907.6.6 is amended to read as follows:
907.6.6 Monitoring. New and upgraded fire alarm systems required by this chapter or by the California Building Code shall be monitored by an approved Central Station in accordance with NFPA 72 and this section.
Exception: Monitoring by a central station is not required for:
1.No change.
2.No change.
3.No change.
EE.GG. Section 907.11 is added to read as follows:
907.11 Combination Alarm Systems. Combination fire and burglar alarm systems are not permitted.
Exception: Group R-3 and R-3.1.
FF.HH. Section 5003.5 is amended—Hazard Identification Signs. Section 5003.5.2 is added to read as follows:
5003.5.2 Sign size and location. Two NFPA 704 diamonds shall be placed on buildings so that they are clearly visible from at least two directions of travel.
1. The signs shall be at least fifteen inches by fifteen inches (15" x 15"). The signs shall not be placed on windows.
2. When NFPA 704 diamonds are required for interior doors, the signs shall be applied to the doors at a level no higher than the doorknob. The sign for the interior doors shall be at least six inches by six inches (6" x 6").
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6 3. The Fire Code Official may require fewer or more NFPA diamonds if the building configuration or size makes it reasonably necessary.
GG.II. Chapter 56 Explosives and Fireworks. Section 5601 Scope is amended by adding Section 5601.1.1.1; and amending Sections 5601.1.3, 5601.2.2; and adding Sections 5601.2.5, 5601.2.6 and 5601.2.7 to read as follows:
5601.1.1.1 Established limits. Storage of explosive materials is prohibited with the limits established by law as the limits in which such storage is prohibited.
Exception: Approved storage of "safe and sane" fireworks as defined by the State Fire Marshal and regulated by the City Municipal Code Chapter 6.50. 5601.1.3. Fireworks. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling, and use of fireworks are prohibited. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of fireworks or pyrotechnic materials within the jurisdiction of the City are prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Firework storage within the jurisdiction of the City is limited to aerial fireworks in conjunction with an approved and permitted aerial display, see also Section 5601.4.
2. Safe and Sane fireworks as defined by the State Fire Marshal shall be allowed as regulated by the City Municipal Code Chapter 6.50.
3. Snap Caps and Party Poppers as classified by the State Fire Marshal as pyrotechnic devices.
5601.2.2. Sale and retail display. The possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of fireworks or pyrotechnic materials within the jurisdiction of the City are prohibited.
Exceptions:
1. Safe and sane fireworks as defined by the State Fire Marshal and regulated by the City Municipal Code Chapter 6.50.
2. Snap Caps and Party Poppers as classified by the State Fire Marshal as pyrotechnic devices.
5601.2.5 Permit required. Permits to conduct an aerial display shall be required as set forth in Section 105.6.15 105.5.44 and regulated in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 19 and this section.
Exception: Snap Caps and Party Poppers as classified by the State Fire Marshal as pyrotechnic devices.
5601.2.6 Prohibited and limited acts. Storage of explosive materials is prohibited with the limits established by law as the limits of districts in which such storage is prohibited. Where the storage of explosive materials is permitted, the quantities of explosives and distances shall be in accordance with the San Bruno Fire Code.
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6 5601.2.7 Financial responsibility. Before a permit is issued, as required by Section 5601.2.5, the applicant shall provide a hold harmless agreement agreeing to indemnify the city and shall provide a liability insurance policy in an amount and form to be set by the city attorney for payment of all damages to persons or property which arise from the activity. The city attorney is authorized to specify a greater or lesser amount when, in his or her opinion, conditions at the location of use indicate a greater or lesser amount is required.
HH. Chapter 57 is adopted in its entirety.
SECTION 15. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15378 (b)(5), consideration of this Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of CEQA in that it is not a Project that has the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 16. Severability. If any provision, clause, sentence or paragraph of this chapter or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this chapter which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this chapter are declared to be severable.
SECTION 17. Effective Date. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause a summary thereof to be published in a newspaper of general circulation at least five (5) days prior to the meeting at which the proposed ordinance is to be adopted and shall post a certified copy of the proposed ordinance in the office of the City Clerk, and within fifteen (15) days of its adoption, shall cause a summary of it to be published, including the vote for and against the same, and shall post a certified copy of the adopted ordinance in the office of the City Clerk, in accordance with California Government Code Section 36933. This ordinance shall become operative the later of thirty (30) days after adoption or January 1, 2026.
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Rico E. Medina, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Lupita Huerta, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Trisha A. Ortiz, City Attorney
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I hereby certify that foregoing Ordinance No. ____
was introduced at a regular meeting of the San Bruno City Council on October 14, 2025 and adopted by the San Bruno City Council at a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
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1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - __
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO ADOPTING
FINDINGS TO SUPPORT LOCAL AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS, AND ADDITIONS TO THE 2025 FIRE AND BUILDING CODES
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Bruno intends to adopt the California Building Standards Code which consists of the 2025 editions of the California Building Code, Volumes 1 & 2, the 2025 California Historical Building Code, the 2025 California Existing Building Code, the 2025 Residential Code, the 2025 California Energy Code, 2025 Green Building Standards Code, the 2025 California Plumbing Code, the 2025 Mechanical Code, the 2025 Electrical Code, the 2025 Fire Code, the 2025 Wildland Urban Interface Code and readopt the 1997 Uniform Housing Code (collectively herein “the Fire and Building Codes.”); WHEREAS, it is the intent of the City Council of San Bruno to formally adopt the 2025 Fire and Building Codes at its regular meeting of November 4, 2025, for that purpose; WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code seeks to have uniform building standards in substantially the same format throughout the state;
WHEREAS, the City of San Bruno is authorized by Health and Safety Code Sections 17958.5 and 17958.7 to impose modifications on the California Building Standards, providing such modifications are more stringent than state standards and the modifications “are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological or topographical conditions”; and WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code section 17958.7(c) prohibits local amendments affecting residential units unless the amendment satisfies one of a list of exceptions. Such exceptions include amendments previously filed with the California Building Standards Commission and in effect as of September 30, 2025 and amendments related to home hardening; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of San Bruno has determined and finds that the attached changes and modifications are reasonably necessary because of local climactic, geological or topographical conditions in San Bruno; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of San Bruno has determined and finds that all local amendments affecting residential units were either previously filed with the California Building Standards Commission and in effect as of September 30, 2025, or amendments related to home hardening.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of San Bruno that the following findings are made in support of modifications, amendments, additions and deletions to the Fire and Building Codes.
Local Conditions generally: Local conditions have an adverse effect on the prevention of (1) major loss fires, (2) major earthquake damage, and (3) the potential for life and property loss, making changes or modifications to the state building standards necessary to provide a reasonable and appropriate degree of security and fire and life safety in this jurisdiction. Below are listed adverse local climactic, geographical, and topographic conditions largely articulated in the City’s General Plan and associated environmental impact report. Modifications which are necessitated by particular local conditions are delineated below. 206 of 392
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2 1. Climactic
San Bruno has several microclimates caused by its particular geography. San Bruno lies in the northern portion of the San Francisco Bay Area’s peninsula climatological subregion. The Santa Cruz Mountains extend up the center of the San Francisco Peninsula, with elevations ranging from 500 feet to 2,000 feet. The largest gap in the Santa Cruz Mountains is the San Bruno Gap, which extends from Fort Funston on the Pacific Ocean to SFO Airport on San Francisco Bay. Because the gap is oriented in the same northwest-to-southwest direction as the prevailing winds, and because elevations in the gap are below 200 feet, marine air is easily able to flow through the gap in the direction of the Bay. Atmospheric conditions such as wind speed, wind direction, and air temperature interact with the physical features of the landscape to determine the movement and dispersal of air and air pollutants. Accordingly, San Bruno’s microclimate is such that it is often windy. The winds create a significant fire threat to life and property when they occur during periods of low humidity and high temperature. Sections of the City with large eucalyptus groves, as well as developments that border canyons with large quantities of flammable brush and undergrowth, present a significant fire threat.
2. Geological
San Bruno has an active fault and two inactive faults running through it. The San Andreas Fault is considered active and passes through San Bruno running in a northwestern-southeasterly direction. Because of its active status, surface rupture potential is considered moderate to high, especially in western San Bruno. Further, state law governs development within designated areas along active fault lines pursuant to the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone Act enacted in 1972. It requires cities and counties to regulate certain types of development within state delineated special study zones. Parts of San Bruno are located in Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones thus signifying that an active fault may pose a risk of surface fault rupture to structures and therefore those areas warrant special planning and disclosures. Liquefaction is also a seismically induced hazard, which is more likely in areas underlain by clean sand lenses saturated by high groundwater. These conditions are found near the freeway, interstate interchanges, airport lands, and some schools and parks.
There are also other geologic hazards including landslides, mudslides, and erosion that may be related to seismic activity or may occur independently. Slope instability may be induced by a number of factors including heavy rainfall, grading and construction that disrupt natural drainage courses and undermine burdened hillsides. San Bruno has been adversely affected by a number of landslides.
In addition, San Bruno’s particular geological situation allows it to provide ground water in addition to receiving surface supply from Hetch Hetchy in order to service the community.
However, both systems are susceptible to damage in an earthquake thereby impacting the city’s ability to deliver water during a catastrophic event. Due to the aged water infrastructure, an earthquake could present a fire potential and hazardous materials risk that would overwhelm the City’s capability to suppress fires and respond to hazardous material incidents.
Because of low elevations and other factors, flooding periodically occurs during heavy rains and simultaneous high tides. Some low-lying areas are also subject to potential flood hazards, such as City Park, some schools, and the central business district.
3. Topographic
The greatest fire hazards occur in areas close to natural vegetation, primarily in and above Crestmoor Canyon, and in the western foothills. Heavily wooded, chaparral and grass-covered slopes are highly flammable during dry months, particularly if there is accumulated undergrowth.
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3 Access for firefighters and equipment is difficult due to the terrain and lack of streets in undeveloped areas. Other fire hazards occur in urbanized areas including those associated with the transmission of jet fuel to the San Francisco International Airport and industrial chemicals processed in and near the City, which contribute to fire hazards and may be compounded by crowded conditions where there is not much separation between buildings.
Conclusion:Local climactic, geographical and topographical conditions impact fire prevention efforts relating to the spread, acceleration, intensity, and size of fire involving buildings and vegetative areas in this City. Further, they impact potential damage to all structures, from earthquake and subsequent fire. The City Council finds it necessary to modify the building standards set forth in the state codes in order to mitigate the effects of the above conditions.
The following table provides code sections that have been modified along with the associated local condition that necessitates the modification:
Code Section Local Condition
Building Code 107.6, 113.1, 114.4, 501.2, 1505.1 1, 2, 3 Mechanical
Code 107.0 admin
Residential
Code
R308.1, R308.1.1, R319.7.1, R341, R341.1, R341.2,
R341.2, R341.3, R341.4, R341.5, R902.1.2, 1, 2, 3
Electrical
Code 90.4 admin
Plumbing
Code 103.0, 106.3. 107.0, admin
Existing
Building Code 506A.4 1, 2, 3
Fire Code
102.2, 102.14, 103.2, 105.5, , 108, 112.1, 112.2, 112.3, 113.4, 202, 307.4.2, 324, 401.3.2, 503.1, 505, 506, 507, 508, 510, 606, 901, 903.2, 903.4, 903.6, 905, 907, 5003, 5601 1, 2, 3
The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution, and shall forward a certified copy of the same and Ordinance No. ____ to the California Building Standards Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby adopts the findings to support local amendments, deletions, and additions to the 2025 Fire and Building Code for the City of San Bruno.
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I hereby certify that foregoing Resolution No. 2025 - __ was introduced and adopted by the San Bruno City Council at a regular meeting on November 12, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
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ABSENT: Councilmembers:
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City Council Agenda Item
Staff Report
CITY OF SAN BRUNO
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Alex D. McIntyre, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Travis M. Karlen, Community Services Director SUBJECT: Consider Adoption of a Resolution Approving the San Bruno Parks Assessment Final Report
BACKGROUND:
In the summer of 2024, the Community Services Department partnered with MIG consultants to conduct a comprehensive Park Assessment. The primary objectives of the assessment were to perform an inventory of the City’s existing park system to determine current condition and functionality, understand park needs through demographic analysis, gather community input, assess the effectiveness of existing parks, develop a strategy to address deferred maintenance, and assess site capacity for system improvements.
The recommendations developed will be refined, through community engagement, into an action plan that identifies short-term capital projects for San Bruno parks.
The park initial assessment process was broken into tasks including:
Project Kick off and session with staff
Tour of parks system
Public Outreach and Engagement Activities
Parks Assessment and Analysis
The engagement activities included use of materials at pop up events in conjunction with City events. The City also performed an online prioritization activity to allow members of the public to engage in the project.
On November 20, 2024, MIG presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission where they provided an overview and conditions assessment of the parks system. This was publicized to ensure maximum participation by the public. The Commission had an opportunity to provide feedback to staff and ask questions.
Commissioners were very interested in ensuring a look at future development and wanted to see more focused surveying of the residents. As a result, staff enhanced the scope of services to include additional surveying of the community. The surveys were distributed through various means including social media and signage at each park with a QR code. The community survey had a good response with approximately 1,113 total respondents. 209 of 392
Item 8a.
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
November 12, 2025
On March 25, 2025, the Community Services Director introduced the Park Assessment item to the City Council for review and feedback. The presentation was delivered by Lauren Ivey- Thomas of MIG. One member of the public provided comments, and City Council members asked only a few clarifying questions. Staff then outlined the next steps, which include prioritizing playground replacements and developing cost estimates for key projects identified in the assessment report.
The report was presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission on October 15, 2025, and the Commission made a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the park assessment. By presenting the findings to the Parks and Recreation Commission prior to the presentation to City Council, MIG provided an opportunity for thoughtful review, discussion, and feedback before the assessment is formally adopted.
This process ensures that community voices and local priorities are reflected in the plan, and that the Commission has a clear framework to guide its decision-making. With a comprehensive picture of both current conditions and future needs, San Bruno will be better positioned to prioritize capital improvement projects and maintenance efforts in a way that is both strategic and sustainable.
DISCUSSION:
The completion of the Park Assessment represents an important step forward in ensuring the long-term health, sustainability, and vibrancy of San Bruno’s park system. Conducted by MIG and finalized in September 2025, this assessment not only documents current conditions and needs but also provides a comprehensive cost estimate for the improvements identified. Having this information in one place allows the City to make more informed decisions about where resources should be allocated and how to best invest in the community’s outdoor spaces.
Adopting the Park Assessment as a guiding document will help City staff and the Parks and Recreation Commission manage deferred maintenance, ensure proper upkeep, and align improvement projects with best practices. This forward-looking approach not only safeguards existing amenities but also enhances the overall park experience for residents and visitors alike.
By embracing the assessment as a tool for planning and accountability, San Bruno demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a vibrant, accessible, and well-cared-for parks system that will continue to enrich the community for years to come.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with this item. However, any future projects arising from the implementation of this plan will be considered and addressed through the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process and during the City’s annual budget deliberations.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
The Project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
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November 12, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution approving the San Bruno Parks Assessment Final Report ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution
2. Final San Bruno Parks Assessment
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1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - __
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BRUNO APPROVING THE SAN
BRUNO PARKS ASSESSMENT FINAL REPORT
WHEREAS, the City of San Bruno recognizes the importance of maintaining a high-quality, safe, and accessible park system that meets the recreational needs of the community; and WHEREAS, in the summer of 2024, the Community Services Department partnered with MIG, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive Park Assessment to evaluate the current condition and functionality of the City’s park system; and
WHEREAS, the assessment included an inventory of existing park assets, demographic analysis, community engagement, and evaluation of deferred maintenance needs, resulting in a data- driven framework for future park system improvements; and WHEREAS, extensive community engagement was conducted through pop-up events, online surveys, and outreach activities, resulting in valuable input from over 1,100 participants; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission received presentations from MIG in November 2024 and October 2025, providing opportunities for review, discussion, and recommendations, ensuring the inclusion of community feedback in the final assessment; and WHEREAS, the City Council received an overview of the draft Park Assessment on March 25, 2025, and provided direction regarding next steps, including prioritization of playground replacements and development of cost estimates for key improvement projects; and WHEREAS, the final Park Assessment Report, completed in September 2025, provides a comprehensive understanding of existing park conditions, identifies opportunities for enhancement, and establishes a foundation for future capital improvement planning; and WHEREAS, adopting the San Bruno Parks Assessment Final Report will guide the City in prioritizing maintenance, improvement projects, and investments in alignment with community needs and fiscal sustainability; and
WHEREAS, there is no immediate fiscal impact associated with the adoption of this Resolution, and any future projects identified in the report will be considered during the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and annual budget processes; and WHEREAS, the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the San Bruno City Council hereby approves the San Bruno Parks Assessment Final Report as a guiding document for future planning, maintenance, and improvement of the City’s park system.
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AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
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Lupita Huerta, City Clerk
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CITY OF
SAN BRUNO
PARK ASSESSMENT NOVEMBER 2025
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PREPARED BY
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CITY OF
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PARK ASSESSMENT
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City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT III
MESSAGE FROM THE
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY
SERVICES
The City of San Bruno is committed to ensuring that
our parks remain safe, welcoming, and vibrant spaces
for our community. In keeping with this commitment,
the City engaged Moore, Iacofano, Goltsman (MIG),
Inc. to conduct a comprehensive Parks Assessment
for our Park System. This initiative represents
more than just a review of facilities; it is a strategic investment in the long-term health of our parks.
Municipal best practices call for proactive
management of public spaces to maximize their value
for residents. By thoroughly assessing our system, we
are able to identify deferred maintenance, address
existing deficiencies, and prioritize playground
replacements. This approach allows us to direct
resources efficiently, extend the life of our assets,
and ensure that our facilities meet evolving safety
and accessibility standards.
Just as importantly, the Parks Assessment gives
us a roadmap for the future. With clear data and
professional analysis, we can align our investments
with community needs, ensuring that every dollar
spent delivers the highest impact. This proactive
strategy reflects the best practices of municipal park
stewardship: identifying immediate needs while
planning for sustainable growth and excellence.
Ultimately, this work is about more than
infrastructure; it is about preserving and enhancing
spaces where families gather, children play, and
neighbors connect. Our parks are at the heart of
community life in San Bruno, and this assessment
helps ensure they will continue to serve with
distinction for generations to come.
Travis M. Karlen, CPRP
Community Services Director
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The City of San Bruno is grateful to everyone who participated in the Park Assessment. In addition to those listed below, numerous individuals provided their time, insight, and expertise to inform and shape the recommendations the Assessment proposes.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
CITY COUNCIL
Rico E. Medina, Mayor
Mary Medina, Vice Mayor, Councilmember, District 4
Sandy Alvarez, Councilmember, District 1
Tom Hamilton, Councilmember, District 2
Michael Salazar, Councilmember, District 3
CITY STAFF
Alex D. McIntyre, City Manager
Travis M. Karlen, Community Services Director
Dan Venezia, Parks Services Manager
CONSULTANT TEAM
www.migcom.com
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
Mike Palmer, Chair
Kris Gonzales, Vice Chair
Lorry Greenberg
Jessica Martinucci
Dave Nigel
Lucy Zamattia
Michael Zastrow
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY X 1 INTRODUCTION
Introduction ................................................................................................................. 3 Purpose ........................................................................................................................ 3 Assessmen
t Process Overview ..................................................................................... 4 Assessmen
t Organization ............................................................................................. 6 2 EXISTING SYSTEM
Setting and Context ...................................................................................................... 9 Park
s and Facilities ..................................................................................................... 12 Condition Assessmen
t ................................................................................................ 13 3 SYSTEM NEEDS
Community Profile ..................................................................................................... 23 Engag
ement Findings ................................................................................................ 33 N
eeds and Opportunities ........................................................................................... 35 Main
tenance and Operations Needs .......................................................................... 38 4 RECOMMENDATIONS
Overview and Organization ............................................................................. 41 Site Recommendations .................................................................................... 43 5 IMPLEMENTATION
Costs for Park System Improvements ......................................................................... 71 Priority Projects .......................................................................................................... 77 Main
tenance and Operations Impacts ....................................................................... 80 N
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APPENDICES
A. Park System Inventory ........................................................................................... A- 1 B. Condition Assessment ........................................................................................... B-1 C. Demogr
aphic and Land Use Mapping .................................................................... C-1 D
. Capital Improvement Plan ..................................................................................... D-1
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1: The Planning Process ................................................................................. 4 Figure
1-2: Engagement by the Numbers ..................................................................... 5 Figur
e 2-1: Context Map ............................................................................................... 9 Figur
e 2-2: Existing Park System Map ......................................................................... 11 Figur
e 2-3: Park Condition Map .................................................................................. 13 Figur
e 2-4: Excellent Lawn at Earl-Glenview Park ....................................................... 14 Figur
e 2-5: Good Playground at Earl-Glenview Par ..................................................... 14 Figur
e 2-6: Fair Playground at City Park ...................................................................... 14 Figur
e 2-7: Poor Playground at Fleetwood Park ......................................................... 14 Figur
e 2-8: Non-Functional Drinking Fountain at Ponderosa Park .............................. 14 Figur
e 2-9: Condition Summary by Asset Type ........................................................... 15 Figur
e 2-10: Assets in Parks by Condition ................................................................... 15 Figur
e 2-11: Asset Condition Summary ...................................................................... 16 Figur
e 2-12: Total Asset Score by Park ........................................................................ 16 Figur
e 2-13: Park Experience Score by Park and Park Type ........................................ 18 Figur
e 3-1: Pollution Prevalence ................................................................................. 25 Figur
e 3-2: Healthy Places Index ................................................................................. 26 Figur
e 3-3: Chronic Disease Prevalence ...................................................................... 27 Figur
e 3-4: Disability by Census Tract ......................................................................... 28 Figur
e 3-5: Mental Health by Census Tract ................................................................. 29 Figur
e 3-6: Physical Inactivity by Census Tract ............................................................ 30 Figur
e 3-7: Average Noise Level by Park ..................................................................... 31 Figur
e 3-8: Census Tract 6081604101 ......................................................................... 32 Figure
3-9: Census Tract 6081604200 ......................................................................... 32 Figure
5-1: Maintenance Cost Increases Related to Facility Lifecycles ....................... 81 Figur
e 5-2: Facility Functionality in Relation to Age .................................................... 81 City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT vII
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1: Parkland Inventory ..................................................................................... 11 Table
5-1: Park Renovation Cost Ranges and Assumptions ......................................... 74 T
able 5-2: Playground Replacement Cost Ranges and Assumptions ........................... 75 T
able 5-3: Summary Planning-Level Capital Cost Assumptions by Classification ........ 76 T
able 5-4: Priority Projects ......................................................................................... 77 T
able 5-5: Priorities for Playground Replacement ...................................................... 78 Table
5-6: Five-Year Action Plan .................................................................................. 79 Table
5-7: Tiered Maintenance Approach................................................................... 83 vIII City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
PURPOSE
San Bruno’s park system adds value to community
members’ quality of life, offering space for
exercise, gathering, and enjoyment of the natural
environment. The Park Assessment reflects the
City’s commitment to enhancing quality of life and
supporting San Bruno’s identity through the provision
of well-maintained, vibrant, attractive, and accessible parks. The Assessment provides a framework for
the next 10+ years and identifies priority projects
to complete in the short term to guide annual
budgeting and work plans in the next 5 years.
The Park Assessment:
» Inv
entories the City’s existing park system;
» Identifies s
ystemwide needs;
» Addresses health equity challeng
es;
» Rec
ommends site-specific improvements and
enhancements to recreation facilities and
amenities; and
» Serv
es as a guide for future decision making for
San Bruno’s park system.
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COMMUNITY VOICES
In developing the Assessment, San Bruno’s
community was engaged through a variety of
activities. Community engagement ranged from in-
person pop-up events to an online survey to solicit a
diversity of input. As a result, the Assessment builds
from an understanding of the voices, needs, and
aspirations of San Bruno’s community
MAJOR OUTREACH THEMES
Through the project process, common engagement
themes emerged. These themes are topics that were
mentioned most frequently across the difference
engagement opportunities.
» Park
s are valuable community spaces;
» City Park is a city
wide asset;
» Park
s should be relevant;
» Citywide park r
enovation and improvements,
including repairing and replacing park amenities,
is a priority; and
» Dogs need grea
t recreation opportunities, too.
PARK SYSTEM NEEDS
Based on the San Bruno community profile, public
engagement, and the physical assessment of the
City’s park system, specific needs and opportunities
were identified.
HEALTH EQUITY NEEDS
To understand community needs for parks and
recreation opportunities, the Park Assessment
completed a demographic and health analysis to
understand economic, environmental, and social
conditions affecting City residents. The following
health equity needs are noted:
» Eas
t San Bruno is disproportionally burdened
by social, economic, environmental, and
health challenges. Parks, as a vital respite
from the urban environment, play a crucial
role in supporting healthy behaviors, mental
well-being, and social connection. Identifying
vulnerable regions of the city underscores the
need for targeted improvements in areas with
elevated rates of chronic disease, mental health
challenges, disability, and physical inactivity.
RECREATION FACILITY NEEDS
San Bruno’s recreation facilities support a wide
variety of activities, from community gathering
to competitive sports, and require continued
investment. The following facility needs are noted:
» Most of San Bruno’
s outdoor recreation facilities
(playgrounds, picnic areas, etc.) and support
amenities (seating, restrooms, trash receptacles,
etc.) are reaching, or have reached, the end of
their functional life and require maintenance,
replacement, or renewal. Community members
expressed a strong interest in repairing and/
or replaceing park amenities. In enhancing and
replacing these facilities, community members
want to see a diversity of recreation elements,
beyond traditional play structures, that support
opportunities to exercise and improve site
identity.
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» San Bruno sports fields and courts ar e well-
used but declining in quality. Through enhanced
maintenance of fields and sport court resurfacing,
improved athletic and sport facilities will support
community health and enjoyment of the City’s
park system.
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT NEEDS
Parks offer a respite from the City’s urban context,
while also providing functional support for natural
processes and buffering noise and particle pollution.
» Community engag
ement findings emphasize the
importance of natural environments in the City.
Natural elements provide functional support for
natural processes and can play a powerful role in
buffering noise and particle pollution. Formalizing
trails and access to natural areas, daylighting
water routes and using landscape design
techniques to improve natural processes can
improve both safety and aesthetics throughout
the park system
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS
NEEDS
The routine and preventative maintenance of
parks and facilities is important in sustaining these
through the end of their normal lifespan. The Parks
Maintenance Division will need additional resources
for maintenance, as noted below.
» Community feedback r
eveals opportunities
to improve the maintenance of baseball and
softballs fields, landscape, and litter removal.
» In addition to r
outine and preventative
maintenance, all City parks in the recreation
system require continued repair and/or
replacement as assets move through their
lifecycles. As San Bruno’s park system ages the
City will need to maintain and replace assets in a
timely, cost-effective manner. Greater investment
in maintenance and staffing will help ensure a
vibrant and sustainable park system that can
adapt to changing operational demands.
RECOMMENDATIONS
The San Bruno Park Assessment provides capital
project recommendations for 17 of the City’s 20
parks in a Capital Improvement Plan. Since funding
has not been identified for these improvements, they
will likely take more than 10 years to implement.
For each site, the Assessment identifies cost
ranges based on park size and type, intended for
planning purposes only. The costs factor in a general
understanding of the level of site development
and use across the entire park system, as well as
expectations for ongoing maintenance to sustain
facility use according to their intended lifecycles.
The cost ranges in the Capital Improvement Plan
represent the following:
» Low
shows the minimum budget that should be
used to plan for improvements. It reflects a basic
level of improvements, anticipates integrating
cost efficiencies wherever feasible, and may
not fully account for obstacles and challenges
encountered during the planning process.
» Medium r
eflects a more standard level of
improvements. This cost level typically provides
a better estimate to use in long-range budgeting;
and
» High re
flects the potential needs for projects with
a greater order of magnitude, sites with more
unique features, and specialized enhancements
requiring a higher investment.
Using this methodology, the cost to implement all
proposed recommendations is approximately $49.1
million (or a range from $35.3 million to $63.0
million).
PRIORITIZATION
The Capital Improvement Plan recommends more
projects than the City of San Bruno can reasonably
afford in the next 10 years. Findings from community
engagement, insights of City staff, the park condition
assessment, and demographic and health analysis
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were combined to identify the highest priority
projects to complete in the next 5 to 10 years.
Forest Lane Park, Bayshore Circle Park, and Belle
Air/Lion’s Park are identified as priority sites
for implementation based on their location in
underserved areas, and their ability to provide
valuable recreation in neighborhoods of need.
Additionally, playground replacement costs were
identified to support the City in future budgeting and
capital improvement planning.
Table 1: Five-Year Action Plan
Site Name Size Project Elements Low Range Medium
Range
High
Range
Priority Site Projects
Forest Lane
Park
1.2 acres Site master planning and renovation to enhance or add play areas, picnic areas, basketball court,
outdoor fitness equipment, accessibility, and use
(sound wall, bike rack, and drinking fountain).
$2,400,000 $3,420,000 $4,440,000
Bayshore
Circle Park
0.5 acres Site master planning and renovation to enhance play areas, basketball court, hardscape/pathways,
landscaping, and use (benches, drinking fountain,
bike rack, pet waste station).
$2,250,000 $3,000,000 $3,750,000
Belle Air
Park/Lion's
Park
3 acres Site master planning and renovation to expand
and replace the artificial turf multi-use sports field
(adding stadium seating), update the picnic area
and restroom, and add a playground, benches,
shade structure, and drinking fountains.
$6,000,000 $8,550,000 $11,100,000
Additional High Priority Playground Replacements
Herman Park < 5,000 sf Replace the existing play equipment in this pocket park with a playground or small play amenities
serving ages 2 to 12, with seating and observation
areas for accompanying adults.
$350,000 $500,000 $650,000
City Park –
North
20,000 –
25,000 sf
Remove existing equipment and sand play area and
provide a destination playground with thematic and
customized elements for ages 2-5 and 5-12, or a
universal, all-inclusive play area. Consider a nature
play theme with bioretention areas and plantings.
$2,250,000 $4,500,000 $6,750,000
Lomita Park < 5,000 sf Replace the existing play equipment in this pocket park with a playground or small play amenities
serving ages 2 to 12, with seating and observation
areas for accompanying adults.
$350,000 $500,000 $650,000
Totals $13.6
million
$20.5
million
$27.3
million
ACTION PLAN
To focus investment efforts and funding, the
Assessment summarizes priority projects in an action
plan to complete as funding is available. Because
these improvements are currently needed, this
Assessment advises completing these projects in the
next five years. Together they represent a total cost
of approximately $20.5 million (a range of $13.6
million to $27.3 million).
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INTRODUCTION
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This chapter introduces the San Bruno Park Assessment by defining its purpose, outlining the assessment process, highlighting community involvement, and describing the document’s organization
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Even with holding major tech companies and its
proximity to the international travel hub of San
Francisco International Airport, the City of San Bruno
keeps a relaxed suburban quality attracting a wide
range of community members. The City’s park system
adds value to community members’ quality of life,
offering space for exercise, gathering, and enjoyment
of the natural environment. As many park systems
age in place, so too has San Bruno’s, leading to
deferred maintenance and recreation facilities and
assets at the end of their life cycle. To improve park
assets in a manner that is relevant to San Bruno’s
evolving community, the City has pursued the
development of a Park Assessment to inventory the
City’s existing park system, understand community
need, and propose capital project recommendations
for City parks. This Park Assessment reflects the City’s commitment to enhancing quality of life, supporting
San Bruno’s identity, and ensuring access to well-
maintained, vibrant parks.
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PURPOSE
The San Bruno Park Assessment (Assessment)
inventories the City’s existing park system to
determine the current condition and functionality
of existing park sites and their recreation assets,
understand park needs through community
engagement and demographic analysis, and
assess park site needs and physical capacity for
improvements. The Assessment is limited to the
City’s parks with active recreation, excluding an
assessment of and recommendations for the City’s
Open Space resources.
This Assessment results in capital project
recommendations for 17 out of 20 San Bruno
parks and the identification of short-term capital
projects to be prioritized for implementation. These
recommendations are dedicated to physical site
improvements for the City’s parks based on current
amenity and facility conditions.
The Assessment provides the City with an
understanding of the existing condition of its physical park system, community interests in recreation
improvements, and site-specific recommendations
to align park site needs with community desires.
This Assessment provides capital project
recommendations for the City to pursue as funds are
available, which may take 10 years or more. For this
reason, the Assessment also identifies the highest
priority projects to complete in the short term to
guide annual budgeting and work plans in the next 5
years.
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Figure 1-1: The Planning Process
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ASSESSMENT PROCESS
OVERVIEW
The Park Assessment process commenced in Summer
2024 and was developed to identify community
desires for park improvements, align these with
technical analysis, and develop recommendations
and priorities for implementation (Figure 1-1).
In the first phase of the Assessment, the Project
Team reviewed existing information on San Bruno’s
park system, including the City of San Bruno
Comprehensive Parks & Recreational Facilities
Master Plan (2018) and San Bruno General Plan
(2009), to ensure the Assessment builds on previous
planning. Community engagement materials were
also developed to collect initial input on community
needs at City-led pop-up events.
The second phase of the Park Assessment
inventoried the San Bruno park system using GIS
data and compiled information regarding the City’s
parks, their recreation amenities, and recreation
facilities. This included details on park acreage
and recreation support amenities and facilities
throughout the system. Following the inventory,
an assessment of park condition and capacity was
conducted. This included the physical evaluation of
park amenities and the identification of initial needs
and opportunities to improve San Bruno parks. The
second phase of the Assessment also included a
demographic analysis of the San Bruno community
to understand how community needs for park
improvement vary and should be prioritized using
demographic, density, and socioeconomic data.
This analysis informs the Park Assessment on the
characteristics of neighborhoods served by each City
park.
The third and final phase of the project identified
capital project recommendations and associated
cost assumptions for each City park. Building on
the condition assessment, demographic analysis,
and community engagement findings, these
recommendations were further refined into a list of
short-term priority projects.
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Figure 1-2: Engagement by the Numbers
2 Parks and
Recreation
Commission
Meetings
2 City Council
Meetings
1,113
Responses to the
Online Community
Survey
2 Pop-Up Events
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ENGAGEMENT BY THE NUMBERS
Throughout the Assessment, the San Bruno
community was involved through engagement
activities and advisory direction. These included
detailed tours of the City’s parks with the Project
Team, meetings with the Parks & Recreation
Commission and San Bruno City Council, pop-up
activities at several City events, and an online survey.
The Project Management Team included staff from
the Community Services Department, the Parks
Maintenance Division, and MIG.
The Assessment employed a variety of engagement
activities to understand the voices, needs, and
aspirations of San Bruno. Community engagement is
further discussed in Chapter 3 of this report.
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1 2
3 CHAPTERS
4 5
A
B
C
D
APPENDICES
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ASSESSMENT ORGANIZATION
The Assessment is organized into five chapters, with supporting documentation in four appendices:
INTRODUCTION introduces the San Bruno
Park Assessment by defining its purpose,
outlining the assessment process, highlighting
community involvement, and describing the
document’s organization.
EXISTING SYSTEM provides an overview
of San Bruno’s setting, park classifications,
inventory, and condition assessment results.
SYSTEM NEEDS describes the San Bruno
community, documents major community
outreach themes, and identifies park system
improvement opportunities to address
community needs.
RECOMMENDATIONS presents
recommendations for existing parks by
classification. These recommendations are
comprised of capital improvement projects to
improve each park site.
IMPLEMENTATION identifies capital cost
assumptions for park renovations and
playground replacements, highlights priority
projects, identifies long-term maintenance
and operations impacts, and summarizes next
steps for implementation.
PARK SYSTEM INVENTORY summarizes
recreation assets within City parks.
CONDITION ASSESSMENT details the analysis
and findings from the 2024 assessment of
parks and recreation facilities.
DEMOGRAPHIC AND LAND USE MAPPING
documents population density, existing land
uses, population forecasts, population under
12 years of age, and population 12 to 18 years
of age.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN provides
planning-level capital cost assumptions for
site enhancements and improvements.
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CHAPTER 2
EXISTING SYSTEM
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This chapter provides an overview of San Bruno’s setting, park classifications, inventory, and condition assessment results.
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Figure 2-1: Context Map
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This chapter outlines San Bruno’s setting and
context, existing parks and facilities, their condition and functionality. The City’s parks show physical
wear impacting their usability and attractiveness.
Aging infrastructure, minimal diversity of
recreation options, insufficient amenities, and user
experience on site affect how parks are perceived
and used throughout the city. Understanding
existing challenges enables the development of
recommendations to address them.
SETTING AND CONTEXT
The City of San Bruno, also known as the Airport
City due to its adjacency to the San Francisco
International Airport (SFO), is a suburb of San
Francisco offering diversity in housing, business, and
leisure. Though home to tech companies and a direct
neighbor of the international travel hub, the city has
maintained a relaxed suburban character attracting
diverse community members. Comprised of 5.5
square miles of land in San Mateo County, San Bruno
is a bayside city on the San Francisco Peninsula. The
City is east of Pacifica, south of South San Francisco, north of Millbrae with SFO along its eastern border
(Figure 2-1).
PARK TYPES
A park’s type, or classification, considers the
purpose or function of a site, factoring in qualities
such as size, use, service area, and available
recreation amenities and facilities. In planning for
park sites and systems, parks are categorized to be
able to easily evaluate whether City parks provide
the right types and mix of amenities and facilities.
San Bruno parks are classified in four categories
according to the City of San Bruno Comprehensive
Parks & Recreational Facilities Master Plan (2018)
and San Bruno General Plan (2009). These park
types are defined here.
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COMMUNITY PARKS
28.9 Acres Total | 1 Site
Example: City Park
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
31.3 Acres Total | 13 Sites
Example: Bayshore Circle Park, Buckeye Park, Pacific Heights Park
OPEN SPACE
76.4 Acres Total | 1 Site
Example: Crestmoor Canyon Open Space
POCKET PARKS
0.9 Acres Total | 5 Sites
Example: Catalpa Tot Lot, Herman Park, Lomita Park
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Neighborhood Parks accommodate a variety of recreation features including playgrounds, picnic tables, and grass lawn. They are designed to serve neighbors within walking or biking distance and support small group gathering and active and passive uses such as play, sports, and walking or biking. Most park sites in San Bruno are Neighborhood Parks.
Pocket Parks are small sites of less than half an acre. They provide basic outdoor recreation and gathering space such as seating and play areas for nearby neighbors.
Community Parks are San Bruno’s largest park type, designed to serve the entire city and provide a large combination of diverse amenities concentrated at one site. They have designated parking and restroom facilities to accommodate larger groups of users and provide athletic facilities as well as major facilities such as a swimming pool, community center, and concession stand. City Park is San Bruno’s only Community Park.
Open Space is a type of parkland dedicated to natural area protection (e.g., woodlands and native habitat) and passive recreation, such as hiking.
The focus of the Park Assessment is on the City’s developed park sites, including its Community Park, Neighborhood Parks, and Pocket Parks.
Crestmoor Canyon Open Space was not evaluated as part of the San Bruno Park Assessment.
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Park Type Acreage
Community Parks 28.9 acres
Neighborhood Parks 31.3 acres
Pocket Parks 0.9 acres
Open Space* 76.4 acres
Total 137.5 acres
Figure 2-2: Existing Park System Map
Table 2-1: Parkland Inventory
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*While Open Space is included in the San Bruno park
inventory, City Open Space was not evaluated as part
of the Park Assessment.
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Recreation Facilities Snapshot
» 17 Parks with Open Grass Lawn
» 12 Park
s with Playgrounds for Ages 5-12
» 9 Park
s with Playground for Ages 2-5
» 9 Park
s with Picnic Areas
» 8 Baske
tball Courts
» 4 Park
s with Baseball and/or Softball Fields
» 4 Park
s with Soccer Fields
» 3 Park
s with Public Art
» 1 Dog Park
» 1 Volle
yball Court
» 1 Tennis F
acility
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PARKS AND FACILITIES
San Bruno residents have access to a variety of
parks, recreation amenities and facilities within the
city limits. The City of San Bruno provides nearly
138 acres of parkland across 20 sites (Table 2-1).
A complete Park and Facility Inventory is found in
Appendix A.
RECREATION FACILITIES
San Bruno parks provide a range of facilities for
play, gathering, athletics, outdoor recreation, and
connection to nature. The City’s parks also include
amenities such as picnic tables, restrooms, benches,
bike racks, and other features to support user
experience and comfort. San Bruno’s assets are
defined in the following categories.
» Athle
tics/Sports include spaces devoted to active
recreation, often associated with organized
or drop-in sports. In San Bruno these include
baseball, softball, and soccer fields as well as
sport courts for basketball, tennis, and volleyball.
» Outdoor R
ecreation Facilities include
elements that support other (non-sport)
types of recreation, play, fitness, leisure, and
group gatherings in parks. Examples include
playgrounds, picnic areas, open grass lawn areas,
and a dog park.
» Major/Specialized
assets include community
facilities that require staffing and operations,
typically with higher capital and maintenance
costs. San Bruno’s major/specialized assets
include the Recreation and Community Center,
swimming pool, and concession stand, all located
at City Park.
» Tr
ails/Natural Features include outdoor assets
that contribute to San Bruno’s natural processes
and/or provide the experience of nature in the
City. These include hard and soft-surface trails
and native planting areas.
» Park Amenities include support amenities, sa
fety
and sanitation amenities, and character and
aesthetic amenities. In San Bruno these include
assets such as picnic tables, barbecues, drinking
fountains, restrooms, benches, trash receptacles,
pet waste stations and dedicated off-street
parking.
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Figure 2-3: Park Condition Map
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CONDITION ASSESSMENT
A field assessment to evaluate the condition and
functionality of physical recreation assets and
amenities was conducted in September 2024. The
Condition Assessment reviewed:
» 190 individual recr
eation assets;
» Grouped asse
t types including barbeque grills,
benches, bike racks, trash/recycling receptacles,
internal park pathways, and pet waste stations;
» Experiential f
actors of maintenance, vandalism/
graffiti, shade, recreation variety and character;
» Park accessibility; and
» Park c
apacity for new or different recreation.
For a detailed look at the Condition Assessment refer
to Appendix B. The methodology and key findings
from the assessment are noted below.
ASSET CONDITION
Overall, many of San Bruno’s parks are old and
worn with the majority of recreation assets needing
renovation or replacement soon to support
continued use. Compared to the City’s Community
Park and Pocket Parks, San Bruno’s Neighborhood
Parks are in the poorest condition with many assets
in fair, poor, or non-functional condition. The assets
at 7th Avenue Park are in the worst condition
citywide (Figure 2-12). San Bruno’s dog park, sand
play areas, drinking fountains, playgrounds, and sport
fields are among the poorest ranking elements.
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How is Condition
Assigned?
Excellent: Asset is currently
fully functional and in excellent
working condition. It likely is a
newer asset that will not require
repair in the near future.
Good: Asset is currently fully
functional and in good working
condition. Minor cosmetic defects
may exist, but the asset is not in
need of repair at the moment. As
long as the asset receives routine
maintenance, replacement should
not be needed until the end of the
asset’s anticipated lifecycle.
Fair: Asset is currently functional
but is old, worn, or in need of
repairs or renovation in the
short term. Surfaces, equipment,
fixtures, and safety features
are operational and allow play,
although moderate damage is
evident. The asset should be
considered for future repair and/
or replacement.
Poor: Asset has significant
damage or has parts that are
unusable. Significant repairs
or short-term replacement
are needed to continue to be
functional and/or safe.
Non-Functional: The entire asset
is unusable. Immediate repair or
replacement is necessary.
Figure 2-4: Excellent Lawn at Earl-Glenview Park
Figure 2-5: Good Playground at Earl-Glenview Park
Figure 2-6: Fair Playground at City Park
Figure 2-7: Poor Playground at Fleetwood Park
Figure 2-8: Non-Functional Drinking Fountain
at Ponderosa Park
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Figure 2-10: Assets in Parks by Condition
Figure 2-9: Condition Summary by Asset Type
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Figure 2-12: Total Asset Score by Park
Figure 2-11: Asset Condition Summary
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AMENITY SUFFICIENCY
Park amenities such as drinking fountains, benches,
and bike racks encourage longer stays and support
visitor comfort at parks. A sufficient supply of
these amenities enhances user experience and
can encourage more frequent use and visitation.
Throughout City parks, BBQs, picnic tables, trash
receptacles, and parking areas are sufficient, while
the supply of bike racks, benches, drinking fountains,
and pet waste stations in City parks is not. As park
improvements take place, providing additional bike
racks, benches, drinking fountains, and pet waste
stations should be considered.
PARK EXPERIENCE
Beyond physical assets in parks, additional factors
impact a user’s experience. The level of site
maintenance, presence of vandalism or graffiti,
shade, variety of recreation opportunities, and site
character shape how San Bruno’s parks are perceived
– making them attractive or unattractive for visits.
Most San Bruno’s parks receive basic to enhanced
maintenance with evidence of frequent upkeep such
as mowing, landscaping, and trash removal. These
activities keep parks safe and attractive, additionally indicated by the minimal presence of vandalism and
graffiti at park sites.
Recreation opportunities and site character
additionally support a user’s park experience.
Parks with more than one recreation activity
provide diversity in things to do. A site that offers
a playground, athletic courts, and picnic areas
lets users select from a mix of recreation and
can satisfy multiple users, ages, and interests at
one time. Currently, City parks provide a limited
variety of recreation facilities, focusing on sports,
play, and picnicking. Many other park systems
provide a greater diversity of park experiences and
opportunities.
Similarly, the unique character of a park makes
it both memorable and attractive. San Bruno’s
Commodore Park, for example, showcases a nautical
theme while Buckeye Park’s grove of redwood
trees sets it apart as a natural retreat. Just over half of City parks provide both a variety of recreation
opportunities and a unique character. As parks
are improved and recreation assets replaced or
renovated, consideration should be made to provide
a variety of recreation types, as feasible for the park classification and size. Thematic and identity-creating recreation elements should also be considered to
develop parks with unique character in San Bruno.
Shade availability also impacts park experience.
Shade resources cool down the environment and
can even shelter wind and noise. Shade availability
is minimal in San Bruno parks with 17 parks having
limited or no coverage. Providing shade through
planting or shade structures will enhance park visitor
comfort.
Figure 2-13 shows a tabulation of park experience
scores by park sites revealing that Catalpa Tot Lot,
Fleetwood Park, and 7th Avenue offer the least
favorable park experience, while City Park offers the
best park experience.
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PARK CAPACITY
A component of understanding existing park
functionality is understanding the physical capacity
for a park to hold additional or new recreation
features. As recreation assets age, they should be
replaced with newer elements that are relevant
to community needs, or with different recreation
amenities that will serve users better. The condition
assessment finds that most San Bruno parks have
the physical space to support additional recreation
elements, where feasible for park classification
and size. The condition assessment also finds that
some parks may be underutilized as the recreation
amenities provided are not relevant, or not of
interest, to surrounding users. Parks can be activated
by providing recreation elements that community
members want to use.
ACCESSIBILITY
Parks accessible for all cognitive and physical abilities are critical for healthy and inclusive communities.
Using a visual assessment of accessibility barriers,
the majority of San Bruno’s parks appear to have
accessibility challenges not compliant with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
These predominately include lack of inclusive
play elements, non-accessible picnic areas, and
insufficient accessible routes or pathway paving.
Construction regulations for public projects require
that new development comply with ADA standards.
As parks are improved many accessibility challenges
will be mitigated, however the City should continue
to pursue accessible recreation opportunities by
supporting inclusive and adaptive design for all
abilities.
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San Bruno’s Playgrounds
The typical lifespan of a public playground can last
anywhere from 8-20 years with a range impacted by
environmental, product quality, and maintenance
variabilities.
San Bruno’s playgrounds range in condition, with
most rating poor to fair (Figure 2-5, 2-6, 2-7) and
reaching their 20-year time cap in the very near
future.
To keep playgrounds safe, attractive, and inclusive the City will need to prioritize investment in these play
assets.
Playground Condition Year
Installed
Bayshore Circle Park, Ages 2-5 Poor 2007
Forest Lane Park, Ages 5-12 Poor 2007
Herman Park, Ages 2-5 Poor 2008
7th & Walnut Park, Ages 5-12 Poor 2008
7th Avenue Park, Ages 5-12 Poor 2008
Ponderosa Tot Lot, Ages 2-5 Poor 2008
Catalpa Tot Lot, Ages 2-5 Poor 2000
Pacific Heights Park, Ages 2-5 Poor 2007
Fleetwood Park, Ages 5-12 Poor 2008
City Park, North Ages 2-5 Fair 2008
City Park, North Ages 5-12 Fair 2008
Lomita Park, Ages 5-12 Fair 2008
Buckeye Park, Ages 5-12 Fair 2007
City Park, Central Ages 2-5 Fair 2007
Grundy Park, West Ages 2-5 Fair 2007
Commodore Park, South Ages 2-5 Fair NA
Belle Air Park/Lions Field, Ages 5-12 Fair 2007
Pacific Heights Park, Ages 5-12 Fair 2007
Grundy Park, Central Ages 5-12 Good 2007
Commodore Park, North Ages 5-12 Good 2016
Earl-Glenview Park, Ages 2-5 Good 2018
Earl-Glenview Park, Ages 5-12 Good 2018
Florida Avenue Park, Ages 2-12 Excellent 2025
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CHAPTER 3
SYSTEM NEEDS
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This chapter describes the San Bruno community, documents major community outreach themes, and identifies park system improvement opportunities to address community needs.
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San Bruno is a diverse community with unique needs
and priorities for the park system. With limited
resources, the City will not be able to meet all system aspirations. In this, it is important to understand the community’s desires for park improvements while
identifying the areas of the City with the highest need so that future investments are appropriately targeted
in the right places.
This chapter shares an overview of demographics
in San Bruno, highlights areas of socioeconomic
vulnerability, and identifies park needs and
opportunities for the future.
COMMUNITY PROFILE
San Bruno’s parks and recreation facilities are
intended to serve residents of all ages, race and
ethnicity, and interest. Demographic changes affect
the community’s recreation needs and, therefore,
impact park planning for the future. The City’s
recently adopted 2023-2031 Housing Element reveals
that the City’s population has declined, aged, and
become more diverse over the last two decades.
Socioeconomic analysis additionally highlights health,
economic, environmental, and social vulnerabilities
among San Bruno neighborhoods.
POPULATION DECLINE
According to the American Community Survey 5-Year
Estimates, the 2023 population of San Bruno was
42,612, an approximate 5% decrease from 2020.
While the population of San Bruno, San Mateo
County, and Bay Area has generally increased
through the last two decades, the growth rate has
been cyclical with recent decline before and during
the COVID-19 pandemic. With an increase in remote
working opportunities and the high cost of living, San
Bruno and the surrounding region have seen slow
but gradual population decline. Generally speaking,
this suggests that residential demands for parks and
facilities will stay somewhat constant, but park use,
wear, and tear will not increase due to increasing
residential growth. This allows the City to focus on
stewarding existing parks rather than investing in
the expansion of parks and facilities to meet growing
needs.
AGE
In alignment with regional and nationwide trends,
San Brun’s population is aging. From 2000 to 2019,
the population of those under 14 decreased by 11%
while the 65- and-over population increased by 36%.
This emphasizes that parks and recreation facilities
should accommodate a range of user age, beyond
traditional play elements dedicated to children and
families, creating multigenerational opportunities to
recreate as well as opportunities for older adults and
seniors.
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Demographics and Health Analysis
The social determinants of health—factors like economic stability, education, and neighborhood environment—are powerful influences on people’s well-being, often impacting health outcomes even more than genetics. Parks, as a vital part of the neighborhood environment, play a crucial role in supporting healthy behaviors, mental well-being, and social connection. This Assessment included an evaluation of community demographics and a mapping analysis of the health, economic, and social needs of neighborhoods across San Bruno to guide park system decisions with a focus on equity.
This analysis helps answer the questions:
» What ar
e anticipated needs and opportunities for each City park, based on community demographics? » What en
vironmental factors might encourage or discourage people to visit City parks? » From a public health per
spective, what are the implications of adding various amenities at each City park?
» Where ar
e park needs stronger due to increased community health and socio-economic challenges, which may constrain some residents’ ability to travel to parks or pay for private recreation opportunities.
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RACE AND ETHNIC DIVERSITY
Like the Bay Area, San Bruno is an incredibly diverse
community. From 2000 to 2019, the fastest growing
race/ethnic group in San Bruno was among Asian
residents. San Bruno also has a large Hispanic
population which has remained stable over the
same period. The White population has steadily
decreased from nearly 50% in 2000 to 33% in
2019. Interestingly, people of color (non-White
racial groups) comprise nearly 40% of the senior
population and 60% of youth under age 18. Diverse,
inclusive, and culturally relevant recreation should be considered to support a stronger, more connected,
San Bruno.
SOCIOECONOMIC HEALTH
To dive deeper into San Bruno community needs
for recreation the Park Assessment completed a
demographic and health analysis to understand the
economic, environmental, and social conditions
affecting City residents. Using data from California
Health Places Index, CalEnviroScreen, CDC Places,
and US Small Area Life Expectancy Estimates, this
analysis provides findings that identify San Bruno’s
highest-need communities. Though the City ranks
in the 89th percentile of the Healthy Places Index,
indicating that it has healthier neighborhood
conditions than 89% of California cities and towns,
it is below the San Mateo County average (96th
percentile) with geographics areas of health
vulnerability.
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OvERALL ENvIRONMENTAL HEALTH
According to CalEnviroScreen 4.0, communities on the City’s east side are disproportionately burdened by multiple sources of pollution due to freeways, major roadways, and the SFO airport. These communities also have population characteristics that make them more sensitive to pollution (Figure 3-1).
While San Bruno scores relatively high on the Healthy Places Index compared to most California cities and towns, communities on the east side have less healthy conditions. This includes higher rates of people facing poverty and housing insecurity, higher levels of environmental pollution, and lower tree canopy, among other factors (Figure 3-2).
Figure 3-1: Pollution Prevalence
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Figure 3-2: Healthy Places Index
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CHRONIC DISEASE
Figure 3-3 shows a composite of adults who self-report their health as “fair” or “poor” and/or have been diagnosed with asthma or Type 2 diabetes. The data indicates that chronic disease rates are highest in neighborhoods just east of El Camino Real, with relatively high rates also found further east and just east of Skyline Blvd. Prioritizing park amenities and programs that promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle behaviors could be especially beneficial in these areas.
Figure 3-3: Chronic Disease Prevalence
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Figure 3-4: Disability by Census Tract
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DISABILITY
Figure 3-4 shows a composite of adults with one or more of the following: any disability, hearing, vision, cognitive, mobility, self-care, or independent living disabilities. While several communities across San Bruno have an elevated prevalence of disabilities, the highest rates are on the east side. Prioritizing park amenities and programs that support adults with disabilities, as well as their caregivers, may be particularly important in these areas.
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MENTAL HEALTH
Studies show that parks support mental health in multiple ways, helping to reduce anxiety, depression, and loneliness. On San Bruno’s east side, residents report higher levels of social isolation, lack of social and emotional support, depression, and frequent mental distress. While access to parks is only one factor that can help address these conditions, prioritizing investments and programs that foster social connections and mental well-being could be especially valuable in the neighborhoods noted in Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-5: Mental Health by Census Tract
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Figure 3-6: Physical Inactivity by Census Tract
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PHYSICAL ACTIvITY
Park access is closely linked to physical activity, which is essential for health at every age. Figure 3-6 shows the prevalence of adults who report no leisure-time physical activity. Investing in park amenities and programs that promote active lifestyles will benefit the entire San Bruno community, especially residents on the City’s east side.
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NOISE
Parks in the City’s most socially and environmentally vulnerable areas tend to have higher levels of ambient noise and air pollution. To address this, it may be beneficial to prioritize plantings that buffer noise and filter pollutants in these parks (Figure 3-7).
Figure 3-7: Average Noise Level by Park
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HIGHEST NEED COMMUNITIES
The demographic and health analysis highlights two
census tracts as designated geographic areas that
have the highest need. Census tracts 6081604101
and 6081604200 in east San Bruno face particularly
high social, economic, environmental, and health
challenges.
U.S. CENSUS TRACT 6081604101
With 8,000 residents, U.S. Census tract 6081604101
faces significant socioeconomic and environmental
challenges, qualifying as a disadvantaged community
under State Senate Bill 535 (SB 535), due to its
high pollution burden and population vulnerability.
A quarter of residents live below the poverty
line, and three-quarters lack a bachelor’s degree,
reflecting limited economic mobility and educational
opportunities. Health outcomes reveal high rates of
asthma, diabetes, depression, and physical inactivity.
The average life expectancy is 79.1 years—over
two years shorter than the County average. The
community struggles with severe housing costs, low
homeownership rates, and transportation barriers.
Additionally, low tree canopy coverage and high air
pollution levels indicate a need for improved green
infrastructure and targeted environmental health
interventions. Parks in this area additionally have
“elevated” to “very high” noise pollution levels given
their proximity to major transportation and energy
infrastructure.
U.S. CENSUS TRACT 6081604200
U.S. Census tract 6081604200 is home to about 4,000
residents, with nearly one in seven people living in
poverty. Here, too, the average life expectancy is
79.1 years—over two years shorter than the County
average. Roughly a quarter of residents here do
not have a bachelor’s degree, and the majority
of children are not enrolled in preschool. Around
three in ten households struggle with high housing
costs, and one in six people commute by walking,
biking, or public transit. This area has fewer trees
and faces higher pollution levels, contributing to
Figure 3-8: Census Tract 6081604101
Figure 3-9: Census Tract 6081604200
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increased health risks like diabetes and physical
inactivity. Compared to other areas of the City, a
higher proportion of people report always, usually, or
sometimes feeling socially isolated.
DEMOGRAPHIC MAPPING
To additionally understand the social and
environmental dynamics impacting San Bruno’s
Park system, a series of demographic maps were
developed. These maps document population
density, existing land uses, projected population
increase or decrease for 2024 through 2029, average
noise level by park, population under 12 years of age,
and population 12 to 18 years of age. These maps
can be found in Appendix C.
ENGAGEMENT FINDINGS
The Park Assessment included community outreach,
engagement, and meetings to integrate community
input into the evaluation of San Bruno parks and
ensure that recommendations are in alignment with
community interests. Engagement activities provided
materials in both English and Spanish for an inclusive
process.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR
PARTICIPATION
Public participation in the Park Assessment included
pop-up events, an online survey, and meetings with
both the Parks & Recreation Commission and City
Council.
City staff held two pop-up events at different
locations in the fall and early winter of 2024. At the
grand opening of Centennial Plaza and the City’s
annual Tree Lighting ceremony, City staff presented
the Park Assessment project and collected initial
ideas on recreation improvements for San Bruno
parks.
A community-wide online survey was conducted
from January to February 2025 to solicit community
input on needs and priorities for the City’s park
system. This survey collected 1,113 responses
and asked respondents about their park visitation
frequency, improvement needs, and perceptions of
the San Bruno park system.
Four different briefings and meetings were held with
the Parks & Recreation Commission and City Council
at key points of the Assessment to present draft
findings and receive direction.
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Parks are Valuable Community Spaces.
City Park is Citywide Asset.
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MAJOR THEMES
The following community engagement themes were identified based on recurring feedback gathered through the Park Assessment’s engagement opportunities. Community input highlights deep appreciation for the City’s park system along with a shared desire to diversify and enhance it.
Community members see San Bruno parks as important places to exercise, play, connect with the natural environment, and gather with family and friends. The City’s parks are highly frequented and perceived as safe and abundant for all community members.
City Park is the most frequently visited park in San Bruno, with many community members identifying it as their favorite park. Popular reasons to visit this park are to walk, exercise, and visit the playgrounds. Though this is a favorite park for many, interestingly community members understand the value of, and want, recreation improvements for all City parks throughout the system.
Parks Should be Relevant.
Though City parks are very well visited, the number one reason that community members do not visit parks is a perception that they lack interesting things to do. San Bruno residents want to have parks that offer a variety of activities for all ages, interests, and abilities.
Citywide Park Renovation and Improvement is a Priority.
Community members want to see increased investment in repairing and enhancing existing park amenities, particularly playgrounds, drinking fountains, seating, and facilities for sports and fitness. Community members do not want to see their recreation assets removed as they become unfunctional but rather want amenities to be replaced and improved throughout San Bruno to create a better park system for all community members.
Dogs Need Great Recreation Opportunities, Too.
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Survey Highlights - Funding Priorities
The City makes choices every year about how
to invest funding in renovating, enhancing,
maintaining, or activating the parks and
recreation system. Which of the following are
most important?
Value %
Repair or replace old and worn park
amenities
73%
Add a greater variety of features in parks 40%
Increase routine maintenance (cleanliness,
mowing, litter pickup)
37%
Improve trails and paths in parks 32%
Improve or build more sports fields and
courts
29%
Host more community events 22%
Other, please specify: 11%
None of the above 2%
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NEEDS AND
OPPORTUNITIES
Based on the San Bruno community profile, public
engagement, and the physical assessment of the
City’s park system, specific needs and opportunities
have been identified.
RECREATION FACILITY NEEDS
San Bruno’s park system holds recreation facilities
that support a variety of activities, from competitive
athletics to passive play. As the parks age and
community expectations evolve, the City must
prioritize maintaining quality facilities while
considering expanding and diversifying recreation
provided.
OUTDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES
Most San Bruno recreation assets fall into the
category of outdoor recreation facilities, including
playgrounds, picnic areas, and the City’s dog park.
The Condition Assessment (Appendix B) finds that
the majority of these assets need renovation and
replacement soon to avoid failure. Playgrounds,
picnic areas, and features at the dog park are
reaching, or have already reached, the end of
their functional lifespan. Community members
prioritize maintenance and renewal and desire a
diversity in recreation facilities beyond traditional
play structures. As assets are repaired or replaced,
residents are interested in seeing the inclusion of
natural elements, challenge features, and public
art. Community members additionally want to see
new opportunities for outdoor exercise, such as
outdoor fitness stations. As improvements are made,
accessibility must be considered for enjoyment of,
and access to, the City’s recreation features.
ATHLETICS AND SPORTS
San Bruno sports fields and courts are well-used
but declining in quality. Basketball and tennis sport
courts require resurfacing and support element
(hoops and nets) replacement. The City’s baseball
and softball fields also need improvements through
backstop, fencing, and dugout replacements along
with improved maintenance to prevent outfield
weeds. Bell Aire/Lion’s Park, the City’s only multi-use athletic field, needs artificial turf replacement and
restriping. Enhancing athletic and sport facilities will support community health and enjoyment of the
City’s park system.
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Survey Highlights - Desired Activities
What activities are most likely to encourage you
to visit a park in San Bruno?
Value %
Getting exercise 58%
Being surrounded by trees, plants, and
wildlife
52%
Taking children to play 49%
Walking or playing with my dog (or another
pet)
32%
Getting together with friends, family,
neighbors, etc.
20%
Competing in or watching sports 19%
Community events 17%
Enjoying a picnic 16%
Enjoying art, music, culture 14%
Other - Describe 4%
I don't use parks 1%
Thinking of the entire park system in San Bruno,
what activities would you like to see most?
Value %
Walking and biking 51%
Playing (sliding, climbing, etc.) 48%
Relaxing (sitting on a bench, or lawn, etc.) 42%
Social gathering (community events, picnics,
etc.)
37%
Team or individual sports (organized or
casual, including pick-up games)
26%
Nature observation and interpretation 23%
Running 11%
Skateboarding 5%
Other, please specify: 11%
Nothing is needed 3%
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PARK AMENITIES
Support amenities such as seating, shade, and
drinking fountains directly affect the usability
and comfort of parks. Community members have
expressed strong interest in repairing and enhancing
park amenities while the Condition Assessment notes
that amenities such as bike racks, pet waste stations,
and benches are lacking and should be added to
the system for visitor comfort. Providing additional
shade, through planting or physical structures, will
also improve user comfort.
NATURAL ENVIRONMENT NEEDS
Parks offer a respite from the City’s urban context,
with many holding unique natural features such as
the redwood grove in Buckeye Park and the coastal
oak natural area in City Park. Beyond the experiential
factors, natural elements also provide functional
support for natural processes and can play a powerful
role in buffering noise and particle pollution.
TRAILS AND NATURAL ELEMENTS AND
PROCESSES
Desire lines, informal and unplanned paths, through
natural areas are evident at several sites showing
opportunity to formalize trails and access to nature.
This is affirmed in the community engagement
findings that emphasize the importance of natural
environments in the City. To manage storm water
runoff, decades-old concrete culverts and drainage
channels are present in many parks and present
potential physical hazards for visitors. Daylighting
water routes and using landscape design techniques
to improve natural processes can improve both safety
and aesthetics throughout the park system.
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Survey Highlights - Desired Improvements and/or Additions What would you like to see improved or added to
the park closest to your home?
Value %
Better play structures for kids 44%
Added or improved comfort amenities
(restrooms, drinking fountains, seating)
35%
More frequent maintenance, cleaning,
mowing, etc.
34%
A greater variety of things to do 31%
Added or improved facilities to support
sports and fitness
29%
More social gathering space (shelters,
seating areas)
27%
More greenspace, trees, natural areas, and
landscaping
19%
Additional elements to reflect
neighborhood and community identity (art,
unique features, interpretive elements)
13%
More parking 11%
Improved access for cyclists and pedestrians 10%
Free Wi-Fi 9%
Better ADA accessibility/universal design to
ensure access for all ages and abilities
8%
Other, please specify: 26%
No improvements needed 6%
What would you like to see improved at the park
you visit most frequently?
Value %
Better play structures for kids 34%
Added or improved comfort amenities
(restrooms, drinking fountains, seating)
29%
Added or improved facilities to support
sports and fitness
27%
More frequent maintenance, cleaning,
mowing, etc.
26%
A greater variety of things to do 24%
More social gathering space (shelters,
seating areas)
23%
More greenspace, trees, natural areas, and
landscaping
18%
More parking 17%
Free Wi-Fi 12%
Improved access for cyclists and pedestrians 11%
Additional elements to reflect
neighborhood and community identity (art,
unique features, interpretive elements)
11%
Better ADA accessibility/universal design to
ensure access for all ages and abilities
7%
Other, please specify: 23%
No improvements needed 7%
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MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATIONS NEEDS
The Parks Maintenance Division of the Community
Services Department plays a central role in keeping
San Bruno’s park system welcoming, safe, and
sustainable. In addition to maintaining parks, the
team is also responsible for the upkeep of street
trees, City facilities, and street medians. Separate
from the regular repair and replacement of facilities,
routine and preventative maintenance—such as
mowing, weeding, tree pruning, irrigation, trash
removal, litter pickup, restroom cleaning, etc.—needs
to be conducted on an ongoing basis to sustain the
lifespan of assets and health of landscaping.
While the Condition Assessment found the
routine maintenance of City parks to be sufficient,
community feedback notes some opportunities to
improve maintenance throughout San Bruno parks.
Improving the maintenance of baseball and softballs
fields, landscape, and more frequent litter removal
were among requested maintenance improvements.
In addition to routine and preventative maintenance,
all City parks in the recreation system require
continued repair and/or replacement as assets move
through their lifecycles. As the City’s park system
continues to age, maintaining and replacing assets
in a timely, cost-effective manner will remain a key
challenge. Resource allocation for maintenance and
staffing can help ensure a vibrant and sustainable
park system while adapting to changing operational
demands.
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CHAPTER 4
RECOMMENDATIONS
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This chapter presents recommendations for existing parks by classification to address community park and recreation needs and site needs to renovate or replace worn our outdated assets.
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San Bruno’s park system requires improvements
to replace old, outdated, and worn amenities and
facilities. It also has opportunity to enhance park
sites to better reflect the community’s interests.
This chapter summarizes the recommended capital
projects for each site in San Bruno’s park system,
building off the needs and opportunities previously
presented. These recommendations inform the
development of a Capital Improvement Project (CIP)
List that City staff can integrate into annual work
plans to guide the enhancement of the park system.
OVERVIEW AND
ORGANIZATION
This chapter identifies recommended capital projects
for each site in San Bruno’ park system, organized
by park type. These recommendations incorporate
findings from the 2024 Condition Assessment,
which identified deteriorating amenities in need of
reinvestment as well as opportunities to replace or
add recreation amenities through a physical capacity
assessment. These recommendations also reflect
community input regarding upgrades that enhance
everyday recreation experiences for residents across
the system.
Throughout the planning process, community
members prioritized taking care of what San
Bruno already has through investments in existing
sites. In response to this, the recommendations
identify specific capital improvements needed
at existing sites, including the replacement of
facilities at the end of their lifecycles (see sidebar) These recommendations also propose new and/
or additional recreation facilities to make parks
relevant to community members improving their
utilization. While implementation may take ten
years or more depending on funding availability,
these recommendations are based on current
circumstances and do not forecast needs over time.
Recommendations are informed by the
Condition Assessment (Appendix B), community
engagement, and health and demographic analysis.
Recommendations are additionally informed by
the Demographic and Land Use Mapping found in
Appendix C.
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APPROXIMATE LIFECYCLE OF
TYPICAL PARK AMENITIES AND
FACILITIES
» Picnic or Shade Shelter s - 20 years
» Bike Rack
s – 20 years
» Backs
tops – 20 years
» Play
ground Equipment – 15 years
» Outdoor Fitness E
quipment – 15 years
» Benches and Picnic Tables – 15 y
ears
» Tr
ash Receptacles – 15 years
» Ska
tepark – 15 years
» Asphalt Parking Lot – 15 y
ears
» Irriga
tion Equipment – 12 years
» Drinking Foun
tain – 10 years
» Sports Court Surfacing – 10 y
ears
» Splashpad – 10 year
s
» Decomposed Gr
anite Path – 10 years
» Barbecues – 10 year
s
» Int
erpretive Signage – 5 years
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City Park is San Bruno’s only Community Park,
offering a wide range of recreation opportunities
from playgrounds to tennis courts that are highly
utilized by the community. Improvements at City Park
are intended to enhance community use, particularly
for play, social gathering, and athletic facilities that serve the greater community. The site’s unique
natural elements provide opportunities to better
support natural processes on site while allowing
users to experience natural space within the City’s
urban environment.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Design and Replace Pla ygrounds: Design and
replace (3) playground structures for safety,
modernization, and accessibility, through
complete renovation, at the 3 playground
locations. Consider a nature play theme to tie
in with new bioretention facilities and planting
areas. Replacing the playground for children
2-5, located at the northeast corner of City Park,
includes removal of existing sand play area.
» Inst
all Fitness Equipment Stations: Install (8)
fitness equipment stations along walking/running
loop through park to create a fitness par course
for users.
» Updat
e Picnic Areas: Update (12) picnic areas by
replacing picnic tables and picnic area surfacing
(concrete pads, compacted decomposed granite,
etc.). Select unifying picnic table product for
future replacement. Ensure that there are
accessible picnic areas options.
» Updat
e the South Group Picnic Area: Modernize
and enhance the south group picnic area through
complete renovation. Replace the picnic shelter
structure (1), picnic tables (10), and barbeques
(2) for safety and accessibility.
» Impro
ve Central Baseball Field: Replace the
backstop and fencing. Correct the grade change/
divot in batter’s box landing area.
» Enhance Drainag
e Channel: Enhance natural
processes on site by extending the newly
implemented bioretention planting design south
to replace the remaining length of drainage
channel.
» Formaliz
e Trail Route: Formalize trail route
through natural area at the south for trail use
and visitor experience. Resurface existing trail
with accessible material (concrete, asphalt,
decomposed granite, etc.) and provide signage to,
and along, trail. Provide (2) interpretive panels for
environmental education.
» Pro
vide Bike Racks: Provide bike racks at (2) park
entry locations.
» Pro
vide Accessible Entry to Tennis Courts:
Provide ADA accessible entrance to tennis courts.
» Replace Fr
ee-Standing Drinking Fountains:
Replace (4) free-standing drinking fountains with
ADA accessible product.
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BAYSHORE CIRCLE PARK
Bayshore Circle Park is a neighborhood park
offering play areas and a basketball court. The park
is located in one of the City’s geographic areas of
need, identified in the demographic and health
analysis for the Park Assessment. Additionally,
the neighborhoods surrounding the park have the
highest ratio of youth aged 12-18 throughout the
City. Improvements at this site are oriented towards
providing attractive, and relevant, recreation
amenities for a variety of ages, especially teens, as
well as interventions to increase user comfort due to
elevated noise levels and surrounding land uses.
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Accessible play features
Bike racks
Landscape planting
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Develop Site Master Plan: Develop a master
plan, in
volving adjacent community members, to
holistically guide site improvements at Bayshore
Circle Park.
» Design and Reno
vate Playground (Ages 2-12):
Redesign and replace playground structures for
safety, modernization, and accessibility, through
complete renovation. Design play area to attract
a mix of age groups, allowing multigenerational
recreation and/or leisure. Play elements should
be oriented towards youth ages 2-12 with rest,
seating, and observation areas for accompanying
adults.
» Repa
ve Site Hardscape: Repave all existing
hardscape paving for continuous, accessible entry
into and around site.
» Impro
ve Basketball Court: Reconfigure and
repave basketball court to accommodate
standard half-court size. The court location
should remain away from the street in the
northeast corner of the park.
» Pro
vide Landscape: Provide landscape for shade
and screening. Prioritize landscape along south
edge, to buffer circulation on Bayshore Circle, and
landscape around the playground.
» Pro
vide Benches: Provide (4) benches.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) drinking
fountain.
» Pro
vide Pet Waste Station: Provide (1) pet waste
station.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide (1) bike rack.
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BELLE AIR PARK/LION’S PARK
Bell Air Park/Lion’s Park is a neighborhood park
holding the City’s only multi-use athletic sports
field. It also has a picnic area, restrooms, and
playground. The park is located in one of the City’s
geographic areas of need and is surrounded by
neighborhoods that have a higher ratio of youth
ages 12-18 than much of the City. Bell Air Park/Lion’s
recommendations prioritize improving the site for
citywide athletic use, improving its usability as the
City’s dedicated multi-use athletic facility for teens
and adults.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Develop Site Master Plan: Develop a master plan
t
o guide improvements, allowing for increased
usability, of the City’s only dedicated multi-use
sports field.
» Expand and Impro
ve Multi-Use Field: Remove
existing playground to expand the footprint of the
sport field to create a greater area of play. Replace
and restripe artificial turf. Reorient, or relocate
existing batting cage to accommodate larger field.
Install energy-efficient field/stadium lighting for
extended use.
» Pro
vide Playground: Design and provide a
new playground for youth ages 2-12. The new
playground will include accessible elements and be
designed to attract a mix of age groups, allowing
multigenerational play and leisure. Play elements
should be oriented towards youth ages 2-12 with
rest and observation areas for accompanying
adults.
» Updat
e Picnic Area: Modernize and enhance the
group picnic area through complete renovation.
Pave with hard surfacing and provide (1) picnic
shelter and (5) picnic tables. Picnic area should be
designed for larger gatherings and connect to food
truck or vendor events from adjacent parking lot.
» Pro
vide Benches: Provide (4) benches.
» Pro
vide Shade Structures: Provide (2) shade
structures.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountains: Provide (4) drinking
fountains.
» Pro
vide Stadium Seating: Provide stadium seating
at field(s).
» Reno
vate Restroom: Renovate restroom building.
» Pursue P
artnership with Belle Aire Elementary
School: If feasible, the City should pursue a
partnership with the adjacent Bell Aire Elementary
School to create a holistic, sport complex.
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BUCKEYE PARK
Buckeye Park offers a play and picnic area
surrounded by grass lawn and a grove of redwood
trees. The neighborhoods surrounding Buckeye Park
have a larger presence of kids than much of the City.
With a higher prevalence of youth, a comfortable
setting, and unique identity with large growth
redwoods, Buckeye Park recommendations aim to
enhance multi-generational recreation, play, and
small gathering.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Provide Accessible Entry Into and Through
P
ark: Provide accessible pathway into park and
additional internal park pathways to facilities to
allow visitor use.
» Design and Reno
vate Playground: Redesign play
area through complete renovation to attract a
mix of age groups, allowing multigenerational
recreation and/or leisure - consider a nature play
theme to celebrate the site’s unique Redwood
tree grove. Play elements should be oriented
towards youth ages 2-12 with rest, seating, and
observation areas for accompanying adults.
» Reloc
ate and Enhance Picnic Area: Relocate
existing picnic area to lawn at park entry,
adjacent to Rosewood Drive. Include (2) picnic
tables and select unifying picnic table product for
future replacement. Provide accessible entry path
to picnic area from Rosewood Drive.
» Pro
vide Pet Waste Station: Provide (1) pet waste
station at entry point.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide (1) bike rack at park
entry point.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) ADA
accessible drinking fountain.
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COMMODORE PARK
Commodore Park provides play areas, a baseball
field, restrooms, picnic areas, and the City’s only
dedicated dog park. With recent renovations to
the play area at the northeast edge of the site,
recommendations to Commodore Park prioritize
enhancements at the dog park and propose
new recreation amenities more relevant to the
surrounding community.
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Outdoor fitness equipment
Dog park
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Renovate and Redesign Dog Park: Enhance
dog park f
or community use through complete
renovation. Remove paved surfacing and replace
with porous, well-draining surface material(s)
such as lawn, artificial turf, or decomposed
granite. Remove or relocate picnic tables to
the periphery to prioritize open space for dogs.
Replace (2) free-standing water fountains with
pet-friendly water stations.
» Replace Sand V
olleyball Court with Outdoor
Fitness Area: Replace existing sand volleyball
court with paved (poured-in-place resilient
matting) outdoor fitness area including (4)
outdoor fitness equipment stations.
» Design and Reno
vate Southwest Play Area:
Redesign play area through complete renovation
to attract a mix of age groups, allowing
multigenerational recreation and/or leisure -
consider a nautical theme to relate to northwest
play area. Play elements should be oriented
towards youth ages 2-12 with rest, seating, and
observation areas for accompanying adults
» Pro
vide Bike Racks: Provide bike racks at (2) park
entry points.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) ADA
accessible drinking fountain.
» Replace Curr
ent Infield Mix: Replace the
aggregate surfacing used at the baseball field
with non-staining alternative.
» Replace Fr
ee-Standing Drinking Fountains:
Replace (3) free-standing drinking fountains, not
located in dog park, with ADA accessible product.
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FLEETWOOD PARK
Fleetwood Park provides a play area, open grass
lawn, and a basketball court. The park is currently
underutilized and has very high noise levels due
to its adjacency to Skyline Boulevard. Surrounding
environmental conditions are not ideal for user
comfort and adjacent demographics do not indicate a
strong need for youth-oriented recreation amenities.
To best serve this park’s users, the recommendation
for Fleetwood Park is to develop a site master plan.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Develop Site Master Plan: Develop a master
plan, in
volving adjacent community members, to
holistically guide site improvements at Fleetwood
Park. This master plan should consider designing
and developing an outdoor fitness circuit or
similar active recreation feature for youth and
adults
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FLORIDA AVENUE PARK
Florida Avenue was recently reconstructed with a
grand re-opening in 2025. The Park Assessment does
not provide recommendations for this site.
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FOREST LANE PARK
Forest Lane Park provides lawn, play areas, and a
basketball court. It is in one of the City’s geographic areas of need with neighborhoods surrounding
the site additionally having the highest prevalence
of mental health challenges and chronic disease
in the City. Importantly, compared to other areas
of the City, the neighborhoods surrounding Forest
Lane Park have the greatest presence of kids and
youth (18 and under). The site is underutilized in
its current configuration. Low visitation rates invite
undesirable activities such as camping and dumping
by local unhoused community members with
recent removal of recreation assets exacerbating
this trend. Recommendations at this site are
oriented towards providing attractive, and relevant,
recreation amenities for a variety of ages as well
as interventions to increase user comfort due to
surrounding land uses and high noise levels.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Develop Site Master Plan: Develop a master
plan, in
volving adjacent community members,
to holistically guide site improvements at Forest
Lane Park. Site improvement in this master plan
will include:
» Pro
vide Accessible Sidewalk, Pathways, and
Entry: Provide accessible pathway into park and
additional internal park pathways to facilities to
allow visitor use. Provide accessible entry.
» Design and Reno
vate Playground (age 2-5):
Redesign play area for safety, modernization,
and accessibility, through complete renovation.
Salvage the mid-century play sculptures on site
for site identity and thematic play. Remove sand.
Play elements should be oriented towards youth
ages 2-5 with rest, seating, and observation areas
for accompanying adults.
» Design and Reno
vate Playground (age 5-12):
Redesign and replace playground structures for
safety, modernization, and accessibility, through
complete renovation. Remove existing concrete
pad (former picnic area west of playground) to
allow for expanded area of play. Design play
area to attract a mix of age groups, allowing
multigenerational recreation and/or leisure. Play
elements should be oriented towards youth ages
5-12 with rest, seating, and observation areas for
accompanying adults.
» Reno
vate Former Picnic Area: Renovate former
eastern-most picnic area for small gathering use.
Provide (2) picnic tables and resurface for level
changes.
» Pro
vide Outdoor Fitness Area: Replace former
horseshoe court with paved (poured-in-place
resilient matting) outdoor fitness area including
(6) outdoor fitness equipment stations.
» Conv
ert Basketball Court to Picnic Area: Remove
basketball net post, resurface to address cracking
and level changes. Provide (2) picnic tables and
(1) shade structure.
» Pro
vide Basketball Court: Locate a half-court
basketball court towards the interior of the site in
the northeast area of Forest Lane Park.
» Apply Sound Barrier Stra
tegies: Prioritize
development of a sound wall along the north
edge of the park to reduce nose levels from
Highway 380. Alternate approaches include
additional vegetation screening.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide (1) bike rack at park
entry point.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) ADA
accessible drinking fountain.
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GRUNDY PARK
Grundy Park is a neighborhood park providing play
areas, open grass lawn, a restroom, picnic tables, and
a basketball court. The neighborhoods surrounding it
have a larger presence of kids than much of the City.
With a higher prevalence of youth and a comfortable
setting, Grundy Park recommendations aim to
enhance multi-generational recreation, exercise, play,
and small gathering.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
» Replace the Playgrounds (2): R eplace playground
structures for safety, modernization, and
accessibility at the 2 playground locations.
Redesign play areas to attract a mix of age
groups, allowing multigenerational recreation
and/or leisure. Play elements should be oriented
towards youth ages 2-12 with rest, seating, and
observation areas for accompanying adults.
» Expand and Enhance the Baske
tball Court:
Repave basketball court to accommodate
standard half court. Include (2) benches to
observe play.
» Pro
vide Multi-Use Sport Court: At the central
lawn, develop a multi-use, paved, sport court for
tennis, pickleball, and wallball.
» Inst
all Fitness Equipment Stations: Install (3)
fitness equipment stations along walking/running
loop through park to create a fitness par course
for users.
» Pro
vide Bike Racks: Provide bike racks at (2) park
entry points.
» Pro
vide Pet Waste Stations: Provide pet waste
station at (2) entry points.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) ADA
accessible drinking fountain.
» Repa
ve Park Pathway: Correct changes in grade
along pathway, that runs between Oak Avenue
and Cherry Avenue allowing for continuous,
accessible route through outdoor recreation
facilities.
» Pro
vide Trash Cans: Provide trash cans at (2)
entry points.
Multi-use sport court
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MONTE VERDE PARK
Monte Verde Park is underutilized with its current
configuration. The site has a soccer field along with
defunct facilities, including a former parking lot and
play area, whose physical footprints remain and
limit site use. Recommendations at this park aim to
define a specialized use, through creation of a site
master plan, due to its non-centralized location and
adjacency to Monte Verde Elementary School.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Develop Site Master Plan: Develop a master
plan, in
volving adjacent community members,
to holistically guide site improvements at Monte
Verde Park. This master plan will explore options
for the site as a recreation amenity in San Bruno
and should consider a dedicated dog park,
accessible play equipment for ages 2-12, or a
formalized soccer field. The master plan will also
address accessibility into the site as well as the
existing drainage channels.
» Replace Fr
ee-Standing Drinking Fountain:
Replace (1) free-standing drinking fountain with
ADA accessible product.
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PACIFIC HEIGHTS PARK
Offering a baseball field, open grass lawn, walking
loop, and play areas, Pacific Heights Park is
underutilized with its current recreation amenities.
Adjacent demographics do not indicate a strong
need for play-oriented recreation amenities.
Recommendations here prioritize baseball field
and walking loop improvements, and alternative
recreation uses reflective of neighborhood interests
and needs.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Enhance Walking Loop: R epave the walking loop
for accessibility and safety. Provide new mile
marker signage.
» Pro
vide Outdoor Fitness Area: Remove existing
play structures to develop a paved (poured-in-
place), outdoor fitness area for youth and adults.
» Expand Bask
etball Court: Repave basketball court
to accommodate standard full court or half court
and replace basketball nets. Provide (2) benches
to observe play.
» Pro
vide Restroom: Provide permanent restroom.
» Impro
ve Baseball Field: Replace mound and
backstop wood. Replace dugout benches.
» Replace Fr
ee-Standing Drinking Fountain:
Replace (1) free-standing drinking fountain with
ADA accessible product.
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PONDEROSA TOT LOT
Ponderosa Tot Lot provides a playground, picnic
table, and open grass lawn. With a higher prevalence
of youth in its surrounding neighborhoods, a
comfortable setting, and projected population
growth in the surrounding area, Ponderosa Tot Lot
recommendations aim to enhance multi-generational
recreation, play, and small gathering.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Renovate and Relocate Playground: R edesign
play area through complete renovation to attract
a mix of age groups, allowing multigenerational
recreation and/or leisure. Play elements should
be oriented towards youth ages 2-12 with rest,
seating, and observation areas for accompanying
adults. Relocate play area away from Pacific
Heights Boulevard, toward the interior of the site.
» Reloc
ate and Enhance Picnic Area: Relocate
existing picnic area towards Pacific Heights
Boulevard. Include (2) picnic tables and
select unifying picnic table product for future
replacement.
» Pro
vide Accessible Entry Into and Through
Park: Provide accessible pathway into park and
additional internal park pathways to facilities to
allow visitor use.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide bike rack at (1) park
entry point.
» Replace Fr
ee-Standing Drinking Fountain:
Replace (1) free-standing drinking fountain with
ADA accessible product.
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7TH AND WALNUT PARK
7th and Walnut Park offers a play area, open grass
lawn, and basketball court and is in one of the City’s
geographic areas of need. Recommendations here
prioritize improving user comfort, due to surrounding
land uses, while enhancing recreation amenities for
local users and a variety of ages and abilities.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Replace the Playground: R eplace playground
structures for safety, modernization, and
accessibility. Redesign play area to attract a mix of
age groups, allowing multigenerational recreation
and/or leisure. Play elements should be oriented
towards youth ages 2-12 with rest, seating, and
observation areas for accompanying adults.
» Impro
ve Basketball Court: Repave basketball
court to accommodate standard half court and
replace basketball nets. Provide (2) benches to
observe play.
» Pro
vide Additional Pathway: Provide a paved
pathway from the basketball court to the play
area.
» Apply Sound Barrier Stra
tegies: Prioritize
development of a sound wall along the east edge
of the park to reduce noise levels from Highway
380, the San Francisco International Airport,
and power lines. Alternate approaches include
additional vegetation screening.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide bike rack at (1) park
entry point.
» Pro
vide Pet Waste Station: Provide pet waste
station at (1) entry point.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) ADA
accessible drinking fountain.
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7TH AVENUE PARK
Similar to 7th and Walnut Park, 7th Avenue Park
is in one of the City’s geographic areas of need
and provides a play area and open grass lawn. The
neighborhoods surrounding the site have a higher
ratio of youth ages 12-18 than much of the City.
Recommendations prioritize improving user comfort,
due to surrounding land uses, while enhancing
recreation amenities for local users and a variety of
ages and abilities.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Replace the Playground: R eplace playground
structures for safety, modernization, and
accessibility. Redesign play area to attract a
mix of age groups, allowing multigenerational
recreation and/or leisure. Play elements should
be oriented towards youth ages 2-12 with rest,
seating, and observation areas or accompanying
adults. Consider airport theme to celebrate the
site’s identity
» Pro
vide Picnic Area: Remove sand play area for
safety and develop a paved picnic area with (1)
picnic table.
» Apply Sound Barrier Stra
tegies: Prioritize
development of a sound wall along the east edge
of the park to reduce noise levels from Highway
380, the San Francisco International Airport,
and power lines. Alternate approaches include
additional vegetation screening.
» Replace P
ark Entry Sign: Replace park entry sign
with durable sign product.
» Pro
vide Additional Pathway: Provide a paved
pathway from play area to new, paved picnic
area.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide bike rack at (1) park
entry point.
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CATALPA TOT LOT
Catalpa Tot Lot is a pocket park offering a play
area and basketball court. The site appears
underutilized with its current configuration. Adjacent
demographics do not indicate a strong need for
youth-oriented recreation amenities. To best serve
this park’s users, the recommendation for Catalpa Tot
Lot is to develop a site master plan.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Develop Site Master Plan: Develop a master
plan, in
volving adjacent community members,
to holistically guide site improvements at
Catalpa Tot Lot. This master plan should consider
designing and developing an outdoor fitness
circuit or similar active recreation feature for
youth and adults
» Pro
vide Pet Waste Station: Provide pet waste
station at (1) entry point.
» Pro
vide Drinking Fountain: Provide (1) ADA
accessible drinking fountain.
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EARL-GLENVIEW PARK
Earl-Glenview Park was renovated in 2018 with play
areas, picnic tables, and a basketball court. The Park
Assessment does not provide recommendations for
this site. However, given the age of amenities and
facilities, the City may expect that some minor assets
may need repair or replacement over the next ten
years.
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HERMAN PARK
Herman Park is a pocket park located in one of the
City’s geographic areas of need, and like Bayshore
Circle Park, neighborhoods surrounding the site have
the highest ratio of youth ages 12-18 throughout
the City. The site currently offers a playground
and open grass lawn. Recommendations here are
oriented towards providing attractive, and relevant,
recreation amenities for a variety of ages as well
as interventions to increase user comfort due to
surrounding land uses.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Provide Vegetation Screening: Provide vegetation
scr
eening along Herman Street through trees
and shrubs, prioritizing the play area, to buffer
adjacent land uses and traffic.
» Replace the Pla
yground: Replace playground
structures for safety, modernization, and
accessibility. Redesign play area to attract a mix of
age groups, allowing multigenerational recreation
and/or leisure. Play elements should be oriented
towards youth ages 2-12 with rest, seating, and
observation areas for accompanying adults.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide bike rack at (1) park
entry point.
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LOMITA PARK
This tot lot provides a playground, picnic table, and
open grass lawn. It is located in one of the City’s
geographic areas of need, and neighborhoods
surrounding it have a higher ratio of youth ages
12-18 than the rest of San Bruno. Significantly, the
census tract associated with this site has the highest
prevalence of disability, the highest prevalence of
physical inactivity, the highest prevalence of mental
health challenges, and the highest prevalence of
chronic disease burden. Recommendations here are
oriented towards providing attractive, and relevant,
recreation amenities for a variety of ages as well
as interventions to increase user comfort due to
surrounding land uses.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Replace the Playground: R eplace playground
structures for safety, modernization, and
accessibility. Redesign play area to attract a mix of
age groups, allowing multigenerational recreation
and/or leisure. Play elements should be oriented
towards youth ages 2-12 with rest, seating, and
observation areas for accompanying adults.
» Enhance Picnic Area:
Develop paved picnic area
with (2) picnic tables and (1) shade structure.
» Pro
vide Bike Rack: Provide bike rack at (1) park
entry point Provide one additional internal park
pathway to allow visitor use
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POSY PARK
Posy Park is a unique site functioning somewhat
like an urban plaza and gateway to Downtown San
Bruno. The site currently has a fountain and public
art. Recommendations for Posy Park aim to improve
visitor experiences, enhance connects to Downtown
San Bruno, and support the City’s identity.
RECOMMENDATIONS
» Install Public Art: Ins tall an art element to signify community identity and connection to Downtown
San Bruno
» Inst
all Directional Signage: Provide directional
signage and wayfinding for Downtown San Bruno.
Public art
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Implementation
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San Bruno residents desire a well-maintained
park and recreation system that provides quality
parks, amenities and facilities in good condition,
and a variety of recreation experiences. In the last
several years, the City has made significant strides
to improve park conditions and add exciting new
facilities, as seen in the renovation of Florida Avenue Park and the recent opening of the new Recreation
and Aquatic Center (RAC). Still, there is a lot to do.
As noted in the last chapter, nearly every City park
needs updates, enhancements, or improvements –
with the exception of Florida Avenue Park and Earl-
Glenview Park because of their recent renovations.
However, costs have climbed dramatically over the
last few years. As the City looks forward, it will be
critical to have a clearer understanding of what
projected costs are to address the recommendations
in this Assessment. These costs are likely greater than the funds that are available to improve and enhance
the park system.
This chapter identifies capital cost assumptions
for all recommendations by site, identifies costs
for playground replacements, highlights priority
projects, identifies long-term maintenance and
operations impacts, and summarizes next steps for
implementation.
COSTS FOR PARK SYSTEM
IMPROVEMENTS
To guide the City’s capital investment in parks and
recreation facilities, this Assessment identifies
general planning-level capital costs for site
enhancements and improvements. Capital costs are
often tracked separately from operations costs as
they frequently are funded through different funding
sources.
» Capital c
osts are those needed for any
acquisitions and construction, including park
expansion, added amenities and facilities,
renovation and replacement, and any major
repairs, updates, or landscape restoration and
replanting. These one-time costs are associated
with specific projects.
» Opera
tions costs address the ongoing services
provided when managing, maintaining,
programming, and operating parks. These costs
include staffing and materials for services such as
park and facility utilities; landscape maintenance,
litter pickup, trash removal, and restroom
cleaning; camps, classes, sports, events, and
activities; and recreation center operations.
Both types of funding are needed to provide a quality
park system.
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METHODOLOGY
This Assessment identifies planning-level capital
cost assumptions in 2025 dollars not accounting for
inflation. Planning-level costs are based on general
assumptions about systemwide costs associated
with park classifications. The costs factor in a general understanding of the level of site development
and use across the entire park system, as well as
expectations for ongoing maintenance to sustain
facility use according to their intended lifecycles.
For each site, the Assessment identifies cost
ranges intended for planning purposes only.
Costs are not itemized to account for individual
or separate projects at each site. Because actual
prices fluctuate and will vary, the range is aimed at
capturing differences based on factors such as site
size, location, topography, constraints, and setting;
the quality, density, and scale of site and facility
development; the level of detail and customization
desired; the fluctuating availability of labor and
materials; and similar factors. Generally speaking, the ranges in the Capital Improvement Plan represent the
following:
» Low
shows the minimum budget that should be
used to plan for improvements. It reflects a basic
level of improvements, anticipates integrating
cost efficiencies wherever feasible, and may
not fully account for obstacles and challenges
encountered during the planning process.
» Medium r
eflects a more standard level of
improvements. This cost level typically provides
a better estimate to use in long-range budgeting;
and
» High re
flects the potential needs for projects with
a greater order of magnitude, sites with more
unique features, and specialized enhancements
requiring a higher investment.
These ranges assume that costs may vary
approximately 25 percent above or below the
medium cost noted. Actual cost may vary more.
The costs presented are intended to address
site renovations and development only. These
numbers do not include environmental compliance
documentation, community engagement, design,
permitting, installation, or staff hours to manage site planning, design, construction, and implementation.
Those elements could escalate park development
costs by another 20-25 percent.
These cost assumptions are useful for grant
applications and the development of annual
work plans. However, actual cost estimates and
construction costs will be needed and should be
determined through site master planning and design
at the time of development. Actual costs will vary
depending on site realities, the scale and quality of
facilities, and changing market prices for materials
and labor.
Renovations of existing parks may be less expensive
than redevelopment if the same infrastructure and
associated features such as site drainage, grading,
access paths, utilities, plumbing, and irrigation
are in good condition at the time of project
implementation, can continue to be used (does not
need replacing), and accommodate the additional
capacity (electric loads, stormwater capacity in
pipes, pressure in irrigation systems, etc.). If the
infrastructure is old, in poor condition, or operating
at capacity, then more extensive redevelopment may
be needed.
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COST ASSUMPTIONS
The planning-level cost assumptions that were used
to identify site costs in the capital project list are
summarized in two tables:
» Table 5-1
presents cost ranges and assumptions
for renovation per acre by classification. As
noted in the table, smaller parks tend to have
higher costs per acre because of the density
and intensity of development. Neighborhood
Park costs are divided into two levels to account
for this variation and the extensiveness of
improvements at some sites, while other costs
are generalized by classification. In addition,
general costs for site master planning are noted
where these reflect individual projects and
are not a component of full site renovation or
redevelopment. Other itemized costs are based
on MIG’s experience with park construction
projects.
» Table 5-2
presents cost assumptions for replacing
City playgrounds or adding new ones. These are
presented at five different cost levels associated
both with the City’s park classifications and level/
scale of customization and development.
Notes for Table 5-1
1 These estimates reflect planning level construction cost assumptions in 2025 dollars not accounting for inflation. Cost ranges are intended for planning purposes only. Support and access amenities (if included) are noted. Actual costs will vary depending on site realities, the scale and quality of facilities, and changing market prices for materials and labor. Actual cost estimates should be determined through site master planning and design at the time of development. Because actual prices fluctuate and will vary by site, the cost estimates are presented as a range of costs. The range is aimed at capturing differences based on site size, location, topography and setting, facility quality and detail, supply and demand for labor and materials, etc. The costs do not include environmental compliance documentation, community engagement, design, permitting, installation, or staff hours to manage site planning, design, construction, and implementation. Those elements could escalate park development costs by 20-25 percent. 2 In most cases, the renovation area is the same as the size of the park. In selected cases where noted on the CIP , only part of the site is anticipated to be renovated. 3 While the quality and level of site development increases at larger parks, the costs decrease because smaller sites are more intensely developed. These assumptions take into account that pocket parks and low-use neighborhood parks will have more basic features than high-use neighborhood parks and community parks. 4 These costs do not account for renovations of major facilities (e.g., pool, recreation center, etc.) 300 of 392
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Table 5-1: Park Renovation Cost Ranges and Assumptions 1 Planning-Level Cost Assumptions
(Range)
Project Type Renovation
Area2 Project Description3 Low Medium High Sample Sites Pocket Park
Renovation
- 0.2 acres Renovation of an intensely
developed small park
intended for leisure and
drop-in play. Costs are
higher due to amount of
development in a small
area.
$4,500,000 $6,000,000 $7,500,000 Herman Park,
Lomita Park
Neighborhood
Park
Renovation
(Less
Extensive)
0.5 - 2 acres Less extensive renovations
at a moderately developed
neighborhood park with
basic features designed
to attract residents
within walking and biking
distance.
$2,000,000 $2,850,000 $3,700,000 Commodore
Park, Grundy
Park
Neighborhood
Park
Renovation
(More
Extensive)
2.0 -3.0 acres More extensive
renovations at a
moderately developed
neighborhood park
designed to support
sports, play, small group
gatherings.
$4,500,000 $6,000,000 $7,500,000 Bayshore
Circle Park,
7th & Walnut
Park
Community
Park
Renovation
7.0-10.0 acres Renovation of a well-
developed, high-use park
that provides specialized
facilities and unique
features to support sports,
play, large and small
group gatherings, and
programming to attract
residents from across the
entire city.4
$1,050,000 $1,400,000 $1,750,000 City Park
Site Master
Plan
N/A Site concept and
planning to guide site
renovations where no
park improvements are
planned.
$125,000 $250,000 $375,000 Fleetwood
Park
Renovation of
Individualized
Elements
N/A Renovation or addition of
recommended features.
Cost is based on numbers
and types of amenities/
facilities, not acreage.
Dependent on improvements
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Notes for Table 5-2
1 These estimates reflect planning level construction cost assumptions in 2025 dollars not accounting for inflation. Cost ranges are intended for planning purposes only. Support and access amenities (if included) are noted. Actual costs will vary depending on site realities, the scale and quality of facilities, and changing market prices for materials and labor. Actual cost estimates should be determined through site master planning and design at the time of development. Because actual prices fluctuate and will vary by site, the cost estimates are presented as a range of costs. The range is aimed at capturing differences based on site size, location, topography and setting, facility quality and detail, supply and demand for labor and materials, etc. The costs do not include environmental compliance documentation, community engagement, design, permitting, installation, or staff hours to manage site planning, design, construction, and implementation. Those elements could escalate park development costs by 20-25 percent. 2 All play areas include generalized costs for play equipment (individual play pieces, comprehensive play structures, or a combination), safety surfacing, playground border/edging, ramps, benches, etc.
Table 5-2: Playground Replacement Cost Ranges and Assumptions 1 Planning-Level Cost Assumptions
(Range)
Facility Type Size Project Elements 2 Low Medium High Sample Sites Pocket Park
Playground
- 5,000 sf Small play amenities
suitable for tot lots or
pocket parks. Individual
play pieces for ages 2-5
and 5-12 are preferable.
$350,000 $500,000 $650,000 Herman Park,
Lomita Park
Neighborhood
Park
Playground
(Basic)
5,000- 10,000
sf
Play amenities for ages
2-5 and 5-12, with
standard off-the-shelf
equipment.
$600,000 $850,000 $1,125,000 Ponderosa Tot
Lot, Buckeye
Park
Neighborhood
Park
Playground
(Thematic)
15,000 -
20,000 sf
Play amenities for ages
2-5 and 5-12, with more
thematic or varied
elements.
$1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 Belle Air Park/
Lion's Park,
Bayshore Circle
Park
Community
Park
Playground
(Destination)
25,000sf+ Play amenities for ages
2-5 and 5-12, with
thematic and customized
elements, structures and
individual play pieces.
$2,000,000 $4,000,000 $6,000,000 City Park
All-Inclusive
Playground
+/- 20,000 sf Play amenities for
ages 2-5 and 5-12,
that have specialized
features targeted to
diverse physical needs
with highly customized
elements
$3,500,000 $5,000,000 $7,000,000 TBD, but would
be appropriate
at City Park
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COST SUMMARY
Appendix D presents the Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP) and all associated costs, which incorporate
the cost assumptions described above. As noted
in that appendix, the cost to implement all
recommendations noted in this plan is approximately
$49.1 million (or a range from $35.3 million to $63.0
million). Table 5-3 summarizes costs by park type.
Key findings include:
» 41.6% of all dev
eloped City park acreage need
renovations.
» At the medium c
ost estimate, 73.8% of the
investment is needed in neighborhood parks that
serve cities within walking and biking distance.
» 20 sites need pla
yground replacements.
» Altog
ether, this reflects a greater investment that
the City can support with existing funds.
Table 5-3: Summary Planning-Level Capital Cost Assumptions by Classification Planning-Level Cost Assumptions
Park Type
# of Sites
To Be
Renovated
Site Size
(Acres)
Approximate
Renovation Area
(Acres)
Low Medium High
Community Parks 1 28.9 8.0 $8,400,000 $11,200,000 $14,000,000 Neighborhood Parks 12 31.3 16.9 $25,755,000 $36,270,000 $46,785,000 Pocket Parks 4 0.9 0.5 $1,125,000 $1,650,000 $2,175,000 Total 17 61.1 25.4 $35,280,000 $49,120,000 $62,960,000
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PRIORITY PROJECTS
The total costs to complete all recommended
projects are more than the City of San Bruno can
reasonably afford over the next 10 years. Findings
from community engagement, insights of City staff,
the park condition assessment, and demographic
and health analysis were combined to identify the
highest priority projects to complete in the next 5 to
10 years. This document identifies recommendations
for these priority sites, plus playground replacement,
and summarizes planning-level cost assumptions for
these projects to guide future budgeting and capital
improvement planning. Actual projects costs will be
determined at time of project implementation.
Table 5-4: Priority Projects
Site Name Overview of Improvements
Forest Lane Park Site Master Plan
Renovate playgrounds (age 2-5 and 5-12)
Renovate former picnic area
Provide outdoor fitness area and basketball court
Convert basketball court to picnic area
Provide accessible sidewalk, pathways, and entry
Bayshore Circle Park Site Master Plan
Renovate playgrounds (age 2-5 and 5-12)
Renovate former picnic area
Provide outdoor fitness area and basketball court
Convert basketball court to picnic area
Provide accessible sidewalk, pathways, and entry
Belle Air/Lion’s Park Site Master Plan
Improve multi-use field
Provide playground (ages 2-12) and add shade structures Update picnic area and renovate restroom
Add benches, shade structures, drinking fountains, stadium seating
PRIORITY SITES
Forest Lane Park, Bayshore Circle Park, and Belle
Air/Lion’s Park are identified as priority sites for
recommendation implementation. Their priority
is based off their condition, their location in
underserved areas, and their ability to provide
valuable recreation in neighborhoods of need.
PRIORITIES FOR PLAYGROUND
REPLACEMENT
Based off assessed playground condition, year of
installation, and location in underserved areas,
Table 5-5 lists the priority order of playground
replacements.
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Notes for Table 5-5
1The condition ratings are based on the park and playground assessments completed in September 2024. 2 Underserved areas were prioritized based on health and demographic assessment findings noted in Chapter 3. 3 Though the Catalpa Tot Lot is in poor condition, it is in the low priority category as the recommendation for this site is to reevaluate what is has and pursue a Master Plan to guide that change. Playgrounds might not be relevant to this neighborhood.
Table 5-5: Priorities for Playground Replacement
Name Condition1 Year Installed Underserved Area2
Medium Priority
Forest Lane Park - 5-12 Poor 2007 High Priority Area
Bayshore Circle Park - 2-5 Poor 2007 High Priority Area Herman Park 2-5 Poor 2008 High Priority Area
City Park - North 5-12 Fair 2008 High Priority Area
City Park - North 2-5 Fair 2008 High Priority Area
Lomita Park - 5-12 Fair 2008 High Priority Area
Medium Priority
7th Avenue Park - 5-12 Poor 2008 Priority Area
Ponderosa Tot Lot - 2-5 Poor 2008 Priority Area
7th & Walnut Park - 5-12 Poor 2008 Priority Area
City Park - Central 2-5 Fair 2007 Priority Area
Buckeye Park - 5-12 Fair 2007 Priority Area
Commodore Park - South 2-5 Fair Unknown Priority Area
Grundy Park - West 2-5 Fair 2007 Priority Area
Grundy Park - Central 5-12 Good 2007 Priority Area
Belle Air Park/Lions Field - 5-12 Fair 2007 Priority Area Low Priority
Fleetwood Park - 5-12 Poor 2008 Low Priority Area
Pacific Heights Park - 2-5 Poor 2007 Low Priority Area
Catalpa Tot Lot - 2-5
3 Poor 2000 Low Priority Area
Pacific Heights Park - 5-12 Fair 2007 Low Priority Area Commodore Park - North 5-12 Good 2016 Low Priority Area Other Play Areas
Earl-Glenview Park - 5-12 Good 2018 Low Priority Area
Earl-Glenview Park - 2-5 Good 2018 Low Priority Area
Florida Avenue Park – 2-12 New (Not Rated) 2025 High Priority Area 305 of 392
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ACTION PLAN
To focus investment efforts and funding, the
Assessment summarizes priority projects in an action
plan to complete as funding is available. Because
these improvements are currently needed, this
Assessment advises completing these projects –
if feasible – in the next five years. Together they
represent a total cost of approximately $20.5 million
(a range of $13.6 million to $27.3 million).
Table 5-6: Five-Year Action Plan
Site Name Size Project Elements Low Range Medium
Range
High
Range
Priority Site Projects
Forest Lane
Park
1.2 acres Site master planning and renovation to enhance or add play areas, picnic areas, basketball court,
outdoor fitness equipment, accessibility, and use
(sound wall, bike rack, and drinking fountain).
$2,400,000 $3,420,000 $4,440,000
Bayshore
Circle Park
0.5 acres Site master planning and renovation to enhance play areas, basketball court, hardscape/pathways,
landscaping, and use (benches, drinking fountain,
bike rack, pet waste station).
$2,250,000 $3,000,000 $3,750,000
Belle Air
Park/Lion's
Park
3 acres Site master planning and renovation to expand
and replace the artificial turf multi-use sports field
(adding stadium seating), update the picnic area
and restroom, and add a playground, benches,
shade structure, and drinking fountains.
$6,000,000 $8,550,000 $11,100,000
Additional High Priority Playground Replacements
Herman Park < 5,000 sf Replace the existing play equipment in this pocket park with a playground or small play amenities
serving ages 2 to 12, with seating and observation
areas for accompanying adults.
$350,000 $500,000 $650,000
City Park –
North
20,000 –
25,000 sf
Remove existing equipment and sand play area and
provide a destination playground with thematic and
customized elements for ages 2-5 and 5-12, or a
universal, all-inclusive play area. Consider a nature
play theme with bioretention areas and plantings.
$2,250,000 $4,500,000 $6,750,000
Lomita Park < 5,000 sf Replace the existing play equipment in this pocket park with a playground or small play amenities
serving ages 2 to 12, with seating and observation
areas for accompanying adults.
$350,000 $500,000 $650,000
Totals $13.6
million
$20.5
million
$27.3
million
However, it is important to note that these
improvements reflect the replacement of only 7 of 20
playgrounds that are anticipated to be 22 or 23 years
old by the year 2030 (in five years). The Assessment
advises replacing additional play areas using Table
5-5 as a playground replacement schedule.
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MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATIONS IMPACTS
This Assessment is primarily focused on asset
management. An asset management process
includes evaluating the condition of existing
amenities, facilities, and landscaping, as well
as identifying needs for park improvement and
enhancements, to identify a capital improvement
plan for site renovation and facility replacement.
However, the City of San Bruno has many amenities
and facilities nearing the end of their useful lifespan.
The City, in fact, has more of these older assets than
it has funding for replacements. This raises additional questions about the City’s level of investment in park
and facility maintenance.
Park maintenance is sometimes discussed to mean
two separate things:
» Maint
enance and operations include the
regular day-to-day care known as “routine”
maintenance, such as mowing, weeding, trash
removal, litter pickup, and janitorial care or
cleaning of restrooms and indoor spaces. It
includes “preventative” maintenance tasks such
as monitoring and inspections. It includes less
frequent or intermittent maintenance tasks such
as graffiti removal, small repairs, arbor care,
lawn fertilization, or aeration. Finally, it includes
site operations which provides the tasks and
resources to keep parks and facilities operational
and functional, such as irrigation, building
utilities, and equipment management.
» Def
erred maintenance is the intentional delay of
necessary and scheduled maintenance or repairs,
usually due to budget limitations or competing
priorities. This results in the accumulation of
larger repairs and renovations needed for park
infrastructure such as amenities, facilities, roads,
buildings, trails, and utility systems. Deferred
maintenance creates a maintenance backlog that
leads to deteriorating conditions, safety hazards,
diminished visitor experiences, and more costly
repairs in the future. These larger repairs and
renovations must be addressed as capital projects
as part of a city’s asset management program.
A deficiency in routine, preventative, and
intermittent maintenance tasks will accelerate facility aging, wear, and tear to the point where a major
repair or facility replacement is needed. For this
reason, while the City of San Bruno considers the
timeline for park renovations and asset replacement,
it also must continue to invest in park maintenance
and operations. City staff must be able to effectively
maintain assets and landscaping to sustain its
park investments and provide a safe, clean, well-
functioning, and attractive park and recreation
system.
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ADDRESSING MAINTENANCE IMPACTS
The City of San Bruno must keep four key issues in
mind as it allocates funding for facility repair and
replacement.
1. An appropria
te investment in park maintenance
is essential to sustaining the life of amenities
and facilities, so they last their full anticipated
lifespan.
2. Because the City has so man
y aging amenities
and facilities – such as playgrounds – near or
beyond the end of their typical lifecycle, routine
maintenance costs will likely increase until
these can be replaced (Figure 5-1). The City
will need to increase its budgeted maintenance
funding to keep older amenities and facilities
functional and safe until the City can afford to
replace them.
3. The functionality or performance of a f
acility
typically continues to decline as it ages (Figure
5-2). The City can postpone replacement past
the end of a facility’s lifecycle, but the value
and performance of the facility will continue to
decline as maintenance costs increase. City staff
will determine what the acceptable threshold is
for facility deterioration (in relation to funding
availability) before replacing a facility.
4. Adding new f
acilities to parks will increase
maintenance impacts and costs. Prior to adding
new facilities, the City of San Bruno will want
to ensure that sufficient resources—including
staffing, funding, and equipment—are available
to maintain, operate, activate, and program
these facilities.
5. It may be t
empting to focus on existing facility
replacement only. However, if the goal is to
update parks to address evolving community
needs, it may be more cost effective in the long
term to make all updates to a single site in one
renovation process, rather than in multiple
separate projects over time.
Figure 5-1: Maintenance Cost Increases
Related to Facility Lifecycles
Figure 5-2: Facility Functionality in
Relation to Age
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MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATONS
While respondents to the outreach activities noted
that most existing parks tend to be well-maintained,
City staff are stretched thin to take care of existing
assets, especially since the addition of the Recreation and Aquatic Center (RAC) and recent re-opening of
Florida Avenue Park. To address maintenance needs,
recommendations include:
» Increase r
outine maintenance funding and
staffing as facilities continue to age and as new
facilities are added to the park system.
» Continue t
o identify long-term funding sources
for the repair and replacement of old, worn, or
damaged amenities and facilities at the end of
their lifecycles.
» Apply a tiered main
tenance approach to ensure
the sustainable routine and preventative
maintenance of all parks and facilities and apply
resources where needed most. Parks with greater
use, programmed sports and activities, more
visibility, and more extensive (higher density)
development and/or specialized facilities will
require more maintenance resources.
•
Standar
d Maintenance: A standard level of
maintenance includes routine monitoring,
inspection and care of infrastructure,
recreation facilities, and landscaping. It
applies to most sites that do not provide
organized activities and events, or
specialized and major facilities, such as
pocket parks and many neighborhood
parks.
•
Enhanced Maint
enance: Enhanced
maintenance is needed at highly
visible, heavily used sites that include
programmed sports facilities specialized
assets, such as community parks and
high-use neighborhood parks. It includes
greater maintenance frequencies and
specialized tasks. All major recreation
facilities require enhanced maintenance.
» Identif
y sites with special circumstances that
require additional care and stewardship. These
may include:
•
Natur
al Resource Maintenance: Additional
maintenance funding may be needed for
natural resources within parks to address
their stewardship, protection, or ecological
function. Typically, natural resources
such as creeks, stormwater detention
basins, bioswales, native planting areas, or
undeveloped areas left in a mostly natural
state require less frequent maintenance.
However, some of these areas require
more specialized tasks, such as tree canopy
care, invasives removal, water channel
debris removal (to prevent flooding), bank
stabilization pond dredging or restoration.
•
Facility and Landsc
aping Repairs/Refresh:
Additional maintenance funding will be
needed for parks sites with facilities past
the end of their typical lifecycles to provide
more frequent inspections (for broken
or damaged equipment) and repairs to
ensure their safety.
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Table 5-7: Tiered Maintenance Approach
Maintenance
Actions
Sites and Areas Where
Applicable Preventative and Routine Tasks Intermittent Tasks Standard
Maintenance
Sites with regular use and traffic
that do not require specialized
care.
Examples: Buckeye Park, Lomita
Park, Ponderosa Tot Lot
» Basic landscaping care for
safety and aesthetics
» Monitoring and inspection
» Litter pick-up and trash
removal
» Restroom cleaning (where
applicable)
» Routine and preventative
care for site furnishings and
facilities
» Irrigation
» Graffiti and vandalism
removal
» Amenity and facility repair
» Removal of natural debris /
leaves from pathways
Enhanced
Maintenance
Sites with heavy use and traffic,
often with specialized assets,
public events, and programs.
Examples: City Park, Belle Air
Park/Lions Field, Pacific Heights
Park
» All “standard maintenance”
tasks but with greater
frequency
» Specialized facility
maintenance
» Sports field turf irrigation
and management; field
preparation
» Janitorial care of buildings
and equipment
» Greater landscaping care for
beautification and aesthetics
» Repair of major facilities
» Setup and cleanup of public
events, programs, and
reservable spaces
» Removal of natural debris /
leaves from pathways
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NEXT STEPS
The Park Assessment reflects the City of San Bruno’s
dedication to enhance the City’s quality of life and
provide a park system that supports community
identity through ensured access to vibrant, well-
maintained parks. Developed over 14 months
through a collaborative process involving City staff,
elected officials, the Parks & Recreation Commission,
and residents, the Assessment delivers focused
and much-needed direction enhancement and
management of San Bruno’s parks.
The San Bruno community values the City’s parks
as vital to their quality of life. Throughout the
Assessment process, community members provided
thoughtful input that helped identify clear priorities
for the future of parks in San Bruno.
Successful implementation of the Assessment’s
recommendations will require continued leadership,
investment, and collaboration among the City
and residents. As the City continues to evolve this
Assessment provides a strategic foundation to ensure
that parks remain a strong and inclusive part of civic
life. The Assessment is a living document, intended
to be flexible and responsive as community needs,
funding opportunities, and City priorities evolve.
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PARK SYSTEM INVENTORY
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Table A-1: City of San Bruno Parks and Facilities Inventory Name Acres1
Baseball or Softball Field
Soccer Field
Football Field
Basketball Court
Bleachers
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Open Lawn Area
Playground (5-12)
Playground (2-5)
Sand Play Area
Picnic Area (Group)
Picnic Area (Single)
Horseshoe Pit
Dog Park
Concession Stand
Recreation/ Community Center
Senior Center
Water Feature
Swimming Pool
Hard-Surface Trail
Soft-Surface Trail
Bridge
Natural Area/Landscaping
Public Art
2 Restroom (permanent)
Shelter or Pavilion
Picnic Tables
Barbeque Grills
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Water Fountains
Trash / Recycling Receptacles
Pet Waste Stations
Parking (off-street)
Rentable Facilities
Storage or Equipment Shed
Outdoor Programming
Historic Resource
Long-Term Lease
School Adjacencies
COMMUNITY PARKS
City Park 28.9 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ Subtotal 28.9
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
Bayshore Circle Park 0.5 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Belle Air Park/Lions Field 3.0 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ Buckeye Park 7.3 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Commodore Park 4.0 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ Fleetwood Park 0.3 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Florida Avenue Park 0.4 √√
Forest Lane Park 1.2 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Grundy Park 2.4 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ Monte Verde Park 5.6 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Pacific Heights Park 5.0 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ Ponderosa Tot Lot 0.7 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
7th Avenue Park 0.5 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
7th & Walnut Park 0.4 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Subtotal 31.3
POCKET PARKS
Catalpa Tot Lot 0.2 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Earl-Glenview Park 0.4 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ Herman Park 0.1 √√ √√ √√ √√
Lomita Park 0.1 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Posy Park 0.1 √√ √√ √√ √√ √√ √√
Subtotal 0.9
OPEN SPACE
Crestmoor Canyon Open Space 76.4
Subtotal 76.4
Parks Subtotal 137.5 4 4 1 8 3 1 1 17 12 9 1 4 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 3 1 4 3 4 1 9 3 18 4 8 18 14 2 3 2 1 1 0 1 CITY-OWNED TOTAL 137.5 4 4 1 8 3 1 1 17 12 9 1 4 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 3 1 4 3 4 1 9 3 18 4 8 18 14 2 3 2 1 1 0 1 Notes:
1. Acreage is compiled from earlier City inventories, Google Earth, parcel data, and/or info from the LLAD map.
2. Art includes plaques, murals, monuments, and sculptures.
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CONDITION ASSESSMENT
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Condition Assessment
To guide future allocation of resources, a
comprehensive field assessment process was
developed to evaluate the condition of facilities and
amenities within the City of San Bruno’s parks and
recreation system. In September 2024, 190 individual
assets located in the City’s parks were assessed, along with grouped asset types (barbeque grills, benches,
bike racks, trash/recycling receptacles, internal park
pathways, and pet waste stations), and experiential
factors of maintenance, vandalism/graffiti, shade,
recreation variety and character. Additionally,
observations were made regarding park accessibility
and park capacity for new or different recreation.
CONDITION ASSESSMENT SCORES
During the park assessment, assets were evaluated
for condition and assigned a rating score: Excellent,
Good, Fair, Poor, and Non-Functional. Assigning
scores based on the current condition of park
facilities and amenities gives the City and the public a better overall picture of the scale of improvements
needed, as well as where assets with immediate need
for replacement or repair are concentrated. Asset
scoring also allows for a comparison of amenity
conditions within and across City parks.
DETERMINING ASSET CONDITIONS
Excellent: Asset is currently fully functional
and in excellent working condition. It likely
is a newer asset that will not require repair
in the near future.
Good: Asset is currently fully functional and
in good working condition. Minor cosmetic
defects may exist, but the asset is not in
need of repair at the moment. As long as
the asset receives routine maintenance,
replacement should not be needed until the
end of the asset's anticipated lifecycle.
Fair: Asset is currently functional but is old,
worn, or in need of repairs or renovation in
the short term. Surfaces, equipment,
fixtures, and safety features are operational
and allow play, although moderate damage
is evident. The asset should be considered
for future repair and/or replacement.
Poor: Asset has significant damage or has
parts that are unusable. Significant repairs
or short-term replacement are needed to
continue to be functional and/or safe.
Non-Functional: The entire asset is
unusable. Immediate repair or replacement
is necessary.
Figure 1 - Non-Functional Water Fountain
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-2
ASSET CONDITION SUMMARY
Based on the provided scores, the condition of 190 individual park and recreation amenities vary (see Figure 2). Approximately 6% are in excellent condition, representing 15 facilities that are exceptionally well-maintained. 24% of the amenities, or 45, are in good condition indicating a satisfactory state of upkeep. 36% of the amenities, totaling 69, are in fair condition, suggesting they may require some attention or minor repairs. Meanwhile, 30% of the amenities, totaling 55, are categorized as poor, indicating a need for significant improvements or renovations. Finally, a minimal portion comprising 6%, or 6 amenities, are non-functional, highlighting the necessity for urgent attention or complete refurbishment.
Figure 2 - Individual Asset Condition Summary
Figure 3 - Condition Summary by Asset Type
B-1 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-2 315 of 392
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-3 The Outdoor Recreation category includes not only
the majority of assets assessed, but also the assets in the poorest condition throughout San Bruno’s parks.
In Outdoor Recreation, sand play areas, the City’s dog
park, playgrounds, and picnic areas or tables are in
the poorest condition. The Outdoor Recreation assets
in the best condition are the City’s open lawn areas.
This is followed by the category of Other, which is
predominately park entry signs, and storage or
equipment facilities. The Other category also includes
drainage channels in City parks, information kiosks,
the batting cage at Lion’s Park, and closed facilities at Monte Verde Park (former parking lot and play area).
In Other assets, the closed facilities and drainage
channel at Monte Verde Park are in the poorest
condition. Park entry signs are generally in good
condition.
Park Amenities hold the third largest number of
assessed assets. Drinking fountains are in the poorest
condition throughout City parks, with 3 out of 18
non-functional in condition. Public art and restrooms
are generally in fair to good condition, while shelter
or pavilions and parking lots are in good to excellent
condition.
In Athletics/Sports the City’s tennis courts (located at City Park) are in the poorest condition. The City’s
soccer fields, located at Pacific Heights Park and
Monte Verda Park, are in fair and poor condition,
respectively, and half of the City’s 6 baseball fields are in poor condition. Assessed basketball courts are
generally in poor to fair condition; however bleachers are generally fair to good in condition.
Nearly two thirds of assets categorized as Trails/Natural Features are in poor to fair condition. Hard and soft-surface trails are generally in poor to fair condition; however the new native planting and bridges at City Park are in good to excellent condition.
Major/Specialized assets include the concession stand, in good condition, at City Park and the water feature, in non-functional condition, at Posy Park.
The average asset score for all individual assessed assets is shown in Figure 4.
ASSET TYPES
Asset types are divided in the following the
following categories, the conditions of
which are shown in Figure 3:
Athletics/Sports includes spaces devoted to
active recreation, often associated with
organized or drop-in sports. Cities typically
wish to maintain a standard level of service
for these facilities.
Outdoor Recreation includes active
recreation (e.g., playgrounds) and passive
recreation (e.g., community gardens, picnic
areas, dog park).
Major/Specialized include community
facilities that require staffing and
operations, typically with higher capital and
maintenance costs.
Trails/Natural Features include outdoor
assets that contribute to San Bruno’s natural
processes and/or provide the experience of
nature in the City.
Park Amenities include support amenities
(e.g., storage), safety and sanitation
amenities (e.g. trash/recycling receptacles),
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-4 Figure 4 - Average Score by Individual Asset
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City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-5 For efficiency, certain assets were scored per site rather than individually. These assets include barbeque grills, benches, bike racks, trash/recycling receptacles, internal park pathways, and pet waste stations. BBQs, benches, and trash receptacles throughout City parks are generally in poor to fair condition, while bike racks and pet waste stations are in good condition.
Figure 5 - Average Score by Grouped Asset
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-6 The following assets were assessed for sufficiency
throughout San Bruno’s 19 parks:
• BBQs
• Benches
• Bike Racks
• Drinking Fountains
• Internal Park Paths
• Parking
• Pet Waste Stations
• Picnic Tables
• Trash Receptacles
Overall, the provision of BBQs, picnic tables, trash receptacles, and parking is sufficient throughout San Bruno Parks. The supply of bike racks, benches, drinking fountains, and pet waste stations is insufficient.
DETERMINING ASSET SUFFICIENCY
More Than Enough: The supply of this asset
exceeds the necessary amount for
comfortable use of the site, potentially
requiring excessive maintenance.
Adequate: The supply of this asset is
adequate for comfortable use of the site.
Not Enough: The supply of this asset is
insufficient for comfortable use of the site
and requires additional supply.
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City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-7
PARK CONDITION SUMMARY
Taking into account asset scores throughout the park system, the overall condition of assets by park site can be determined. This highlights the park sites that are most in need of intervention. Figure 6 shows the breadth and condition of assets by park site, while Figure 7 shows the average asset condition score by park. 7th Avenue Park receives the lowest score for overall asset conditions, while Earl-Glenview Park receives the highest overall asset score. Neighborhood Parks receive the lowest overall asset conditions scores.
Figure 6 - Assets in Park by Condition Score
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-8 Figure 7 - Average Asset Condition Score by Park
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City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-9
PARK EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
In addition to an assessment of physical assets and
amenities in San Bruno parks, the experiential factors
of maintenance, vandalism/graffiti, shade, recreation
variety and character were also considered.
Additionally, observations were made regarding park
accessibility and park capacity for new or different
recreation.
10 out of the City’s 19 parks receive enhanced
maintenance with evidence of daily cleaning, trash
removal, upkeep, and scheduled landscaping. 5 parks
receive basic maintenance, and 4 parks receive poor
maintenance. Park types with the least evidence of
regular maintenance include Neighborhood Parks and
Pocket Parks. Monte Verde Park, Fleetwood Park, and
Pacific Heights Park appear to receive the lowest level
of maintenance.
Figure 8 - General Maintenance by Park Type
DETERMINING MAINTENANCE
CONDITIONS
Enhanced: Site is maintained at the highest
level. It shows evidence of more frequent
maintenance activities, such as mowing,
litter pickup, restroom cleaning, and trash
removal to support greater use, programs
and events, or other large group activities.
Quality specialized facility maintenance
(e.g., at pools, splashpads, etc.), sports field
turf irrigation and management, and
janitorial care of buildings is noted.
Landscape stewardship is given added
attention, as demonstrated in the amount of
weeding and pruning for floral and botanical
plantings, edging, and arbor care. Landscape
debris is removed from the site.
Basic: Site shows a basic level of
maintenance for safety and aesthetics.
Litter, vandalism, and graffiti may be
present, but are minimal. Grass is mowed
and somewhat green; trees and bushes
present no safety hazards. No major
irrigation issues are noted.
Poor: Site is poorly maintained and exhibits
safety, health, aesthetic, or infrastructure
issues. Trash receptacles may be
overflowing; dumping is present; and litter,
vandalism, or graffiti may be noted in
multiple places across the park. Restrooms
are not clean/sanitary. Irrigation issues may
be noted, along with barren patches or
dead or missing plantings. Site may show
deferred maintenance issues.
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-10 Overall, San Bruno parks have minimal evidence of
vandalism or graffiti. Only 2 parks, 7th Avenue Park
and Fleetwood Park, show the severest evidence of
these. The City’s only Community Park, City Park, and
Pocket Parks do not show significant evidence of
vandalism or graffiti.
Figure 9 - Vandalism/Graffiti by Park Type
Shade availability is minimal in San Bruno parks with
17 parks having poor to fair shade coverage.
Neighborhood Parks and Pocket parks have the least
shade coverage. However, 2 Neighborhood Parks,
Buckey and Ponderosa Parks, have good shade
coverage.
Figure 10 - Shade Availability by Park Type
0 5 10 15
Community Park
Neighborhood Park
Pocket Park
1 - Good 2 - Fair 3 - Poor
DETERMINING VANDALISM/GRAFFITI
CONDITIONS
Good: Site has minor evidence of vandalism
or graffiti. Improved maintenance would
alleviate this problem.
Fair: Site has moderate evidence of
vandalism or graffiti. Some resources are
needed to restore/repair.
Poor: Site has significant vandalism or
graffiti. Significant resources are needed to
restore/repair, and the site should undergo
review to deter future actions.
DETERMINING SHADE CONDITIONS
Good: Site has good shade coverage in areas
of recreation.
Fair: Site lacks adequate shade coverage in
some areas of recreation.
Poor: Site has little to no shade coverage in
areas of recreation, impacting site comfort
and usability.
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City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-11 Adding to the experiential condition, parks were assessed on their ability to provide a variety of recreation opportunity as well as whether they have a unique character or identity that set it apart from other parks in the system. Just over half of the City’s parks provide both a variety of recreation opportunities and have unique character.
Figure 11 - Variety of Recreation Opportunity by Park Site
Figure 12 - Unique Character by Park Type
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-12 Through visual assessment of accessibility barriers, the majority of San Bruno’s parks appear to have accessibility challenges. Prominent challenges include a lack of inclusive play elements, non-accessible picnic areas, and insufficient accessible routes or paving.
Figure 13 - Accessibility Issues Identified by Park Type
Finally, a capacity assessment was made for San Bruno parks. This assessment considered whether a park site has capacity to accommodate additional site use. The majority of the City’s parks do have capacity to accommodate more or different recreation use.
Figure 14 - Capacity Opportunity by Park Type
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City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Condition Assessment B-13 Figure 15 shows a tabulation of park experience scores by park sites, revealing that Catalpa Tot Lot, Fleetwood Park, and 7th Avenue offer the least favorable park experience, while City Park offers the best park experience.
Figure 15 - Park Experience Score by Park Type
B-13 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-14 321 of 392
7th & Walnut Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.4 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Asset Condition (2024)
• Sign
• Basketball Court
• Open Lawn Area
• Playground
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Internal Park Paths
• Pet Waste Stations
• Trash Receptacles
• Benches
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, but may be limited by adjacent power station and residential area. The basketball court can be expanded.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Parking
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• No inclusive play
elements
• Playground entry
many not be
accessible
7th & Walnut Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.4 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Basketball Court
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sign
B-15 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-16 322 of 392
7th Avenue Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.5 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sand Play
Sign
• Open Lawn Area
• Playground
• Sand Play Area
• Sign
Asset Condition (2024)
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
• Internal Park Paths
• Pet Waste Stations
• Trash Receptacles
• Benches
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, update and activate sand play area with gathering or picnic/recreation space. Adjacent active power lines are loud.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Parking
Pet Waste Stations
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Picnic Tables
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• No inclusive play
elements
• Playground entry
many not be
accessible
7th Avenue Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.5 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sand Play
Sign
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sand Play
Sign
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Bayshore Circle Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.5 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sand Play
Sign
Basketball Court
Hard-Surface Trail
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sand Play Area
Sign
• Open Lawn Area
• Basketball Court
• Sign
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Playground
• Sand Play Area
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• Benches
• Trash Receptacles
• Internal Park Paths
N/A Bike Racks
N/A BBQs
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Possible space for enhanced sport (basketball) court or new recreation activity. Parking along one way road is inadequate.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Internal Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Parking
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Pathways are not
accessible
• No inclusive play
elements
• Playground entry
many not be
accessible
Bayshore Circle Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.5 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sand Play
Sign
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Belle Air Park / Lion's Field
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 3.3 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Bleachers
Drinking Fountain
Open Law n Area
Oth er
Parking (off -street)
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Restrooms
Sign
Baseball or Softball Field
Bleachers
Drinking Fountain
Open Lawn Area
Other
Parking (off-street)
Picnic Area or Table
Playground
Restrooms
Sign
Belle Air Park / Lion's Field
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 3.3 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Bleachers
Drinking Fountain
Open Law n Area
Oth er
Parking (off -street)
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Restrooms
Sign
• Open Lawn Area
• Parking (off-street)
• Sign
• Bleachers
• Drinking Fountain
• Other - Batting Cage
• Parking (off-street)
• Playground
• Baseball or Softball Field
• Picnic Area or Table
• Restrooms
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Bike Racks
• Pet Waste Stations
• Benches
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
N/A Internal Park Paths
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Improve and enhance multi-use field.
Consider removing playground because it is not close to residential areas.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Picnic Tables
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Pet Waste Stations
Trash Receptacles
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Picnic area is not
accessible
• No inclusive play
elements
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B u ckeye Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 7.3 Acres
Park Assets
Natural Area/ Landscape
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Sof t-Surf ace Trail
• Sign
• Natural Area/Landscape
• Open Lawn Area
• Playground
• Soft-Surface Trail
• Picnic Area or Table
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Ample amount of open lawn space.
The small elevated lawn at the park entrance may be considered for another recreation purpose.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Parking
Pet Waste Stations
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Picnic Tables
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Uneven walking
surface, entry
pathway is cracking
B u ckeye Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 7.3 Acres
Park Assets
Natural Area/ Landscape
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Sof t-Surf ace Trail
Natural Area/Landscape
Open Lawn Area
Picnic Area or Table
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Catalpa Tot Lot
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.3 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Basketball Court
Playground
Sign
• Basketball Court
• Playground
• Sign
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
• Benches
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Pet Waste Stations
Catalpa Tot Lot
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.3 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, but opportunity will be dependent on surrounding land use, which is residential. Consider improving basketball court and replacing playgound.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Playground is
inaccessible
• No ramp or
accessible ramp
to basketball
court
• No inclusive play
elements
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City Park
Park Classification: Community Park
Park Size: 28.9 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Bleachers
Bridge
Concession Stand
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Horseshoe Pit
Natural Area/ Landscape
Open Law n Area
Oth er
Parking (off -street)
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Publ ic Art
Restrooms
Sand Play
Shelter or Pavilion
Sign
S o ft-S u r fa ce Tr a i l
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
T ennis Court
City Park
Park Classification: Community Park
Park Size: 28.9 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Bleachers
Bridge
Concession Stand
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Horseshoe Pit
Natural Area/ Landscape
Open Law n Area
Oth er
Parking (off -street)
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Publ ic Art
Restrooms
Sand Play
Shelter or Pavilion
Sign
S o ft-S u r fa ce Tr a i l
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
T ennis Court
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
• Sign
• Baseball or Softball Field
• Bridge
• Bridge
• Drinking Fountain
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Horseshoe Pit
• Other - Drainage Channel
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Playground
• Playground
• Playground
• Public Art
• Sand Play Area
• Shelter or Pavilion
• Baseball or Softball Field
• Bleachers
• Bridge
• Drinking Fountain
• Drinking Fountain
• Drinking Fountain
• Natural Area/Landscape
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Soft-Surface Trail
• Storage or Equipment Building
• Tennis Court
• Tennis Court
• Tennis Court
• Tennis Court
• Bridge
• Bridge
• Drinking Fountain
• Drinking Fountain
• Natural Area/Landscape
• Parking (Off-Street)
• Parking (Off-Street)
• Parking (Off-Street)
• Shelter or Pavilion
• Storage or Equipment Building
• Storage or Equipment Building
• Baseball or Softball Field
• Bridge
• Concession Stand
• Open Lawn Area
• Other - Mulch Pile
• Restrooms
• Restrooms
• Sign
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Non-Functional
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
• Bike Racks
• Internal Park Paths
• Benches
• Pet Waste Stations
• Trash Receptacles
• BBQs
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – Yes
Baseball or Softball Field
Bleachers
Bridge
Concession Stand
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surface Trail
Horseshoe Pit
Natural Area/Landscape
Open Lawn Area
Other
Parking (off-street)
Picnic Area or Table
Playground
Public Art
Restrooms
Sand Play Area
Shelter or Pavilion
Sign
Soft Surface Trail
Storage or Equipment Building
(exterior only)
Tennis Court
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Open lawn areas can be better utilized.
Upper lawn area may have opportunity for new or different type of recreation.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Trash Receptacles
Bike Racks
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• No accessible
picnic tables
• Some level
changes with
walking surfaces
• No unique
accessible play
elements
B-27 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-28 328 of 392
Commodore Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 4 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Bleachers
Dog Park or Leash-Free Area
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
Oth er
Parking (off -street)
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Restrooms
Sign
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
V olley ball Court
Baseball or Softball Field
Bleachers
Dog Park or Leash-Free Area
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surface Trail
Commodore Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 4 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Bleachers
Dog Park or Leash-Free Area
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
Oth er
Parking (off -street)
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Restrooms
Sign
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
V olley ball Court
• Playground
• Restrooms
• Volleyball Court
• Sign
• Storage or Equipment Building
• Dog Park or Leash-Free Area
• Drinking Fountain
• Drinking Fountain
• Drinking Fountain
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Parking (off-street)
• Picnic Area or Table
• Picnic Area or Table
• Playground
• Sign
• Baseball or Softball Field
• Bleachers
• Drinking Fountain
• Drinking Fountain
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Open Lawn Area
• Other - Information Kiosk
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• BBQs
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
• Benches
N/A Bike Racks
Open Lawn Area
Other
Parking (off-street)
Picnic Area or Table
Playground
Restrooms
Sign
Storage or Equipment Building
(exterior only)
Volleyball Court
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – No, site appears to be at capacity for recreation opportunities. Dog park improvements should be a consideration.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Inaccessible
picnic area and
pathway heaving/
cracks
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Earl-Glenview Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.5 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
Oth er
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sign
• Open Lawn Area
• Other - Information Kiosk
• Sign
• Sign
• Basketball Court
• Drinking Fountain
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Picnic Area or Table
• Playground
• Playground
• Open Lawn Area
• Other - Game Table
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Benches
• Bike Racks
• Internal Park Paths
• Pet Waste Stations
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
Earl-Glenview Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.5 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
Oth er
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Asset Condition (2024)
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – No
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Bike Racks
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Drinking Fountains
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• None
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Fleetwood Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.3 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Fleetwood Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.3 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sign
• Sign
• Basketball Court
• Open Lawn Area
• Playground
• Drinking Fountain
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sign
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, consider replacing basketball court or play area with another amenity.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Table
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Playground is not
accessible
B-33 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-34 331 of 392
Florida Avenue Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.4 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
Open Lawn Area
Florida Avenue Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.4 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
Asset Condition (2024)
• Open Lawn Area
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
N/A BBQs
N/A Benches
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Internal Park Paths
N/A Pet Waste Stations
N/A Trash Receptacles
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – No, playground construction to start soon.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Parking
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• None
B-35 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-36 332 of 392
Basketball Court
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sand Play Area
Sign
• Open Lawn Area
•
Sign
•
Basketball Court
•
Playground
•
Sand Play Area
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
•
Pet Waste Stations
•
Trash Receptacles
•
Benches
N/A
BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Internal Park Paths
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – No, park is loud because adjacency to freeway and amenities have been removed (picnic areas, grills, horseshoe pit) due to unhoused population.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Drinking Fountains
Parking
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Internal Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Tables
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• No pathway
through the park,
requires visitors
to walk through
the street or
sidewalk along
street for paved
access
•
Accessibility
challenges at
playground
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Grundy Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 2.4 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Restrooms
Sign
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surface Trail
Open Lawn Area
Picnic Area or Table
Playground
Restrooms
Sign
Storage or Equipment Building (exterior only)
Grundy Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 2.4 Acres
Park Assets
Basketball Court
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Restrooms
Sign
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
• Sign
• Basketball Court
• Picnic Area or Table
• Playground
• Restrooms
• Storage or Equipment
• Drinking Fountain
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Open Lawn Area
• Playground
• Sign
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• BBQs
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
N/A Bike Racks
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, lawn space offers opportunity for additional sport court or field.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Parking
Picnic Tables
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountain
Internal Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Trash Receptacles
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Uneven park
pathway due to
cracking
B-39 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-40 334 of 392
Herman Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.1 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Open Lawn Area
Playground
Sign
Herman Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.1 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
P l aygrou n d
Sign
• Open Lawn Area
• Sign
• Playground
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Trash Receptacles
• Internal Park Paths
N/A BBQs
N/A Benches
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Petwaste Stations
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – No, site is right next to railroad and compact neighborhood.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• No inclusive play
elements
• Playground entry
many not be
accessible
B-41 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-42 335 of 392
Lomita Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.1 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Open Lawn Area
Picnic Area or Table
Playground
Sign
Lomita Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.1 Acres
Park Assets
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
• Sign
• Playground
• Picnic Area
• Open Lawn Area
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Benches
• Trash Receptacles
N/A Internal Park Paths
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Petwaste Stations
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, but location is in residential area which can limit more recreation opportunities.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Picnic table is not
accessible
B-43 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-44 336 of 392
Monte Verde Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 5.6 Acres
Park Assets
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Natural Area/ Landscape
Oth er
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
Sign
Soccer Field
Sof t-Surf ace Trail
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surface Trail
Natural Area/Landscape
Other
Picnic Area or Table
Monte Verde Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 5.6 Acres
Park Assets
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Natural Area/ Landscape
Oth er
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
Sign
Soccer Field
Sof t-Surf ace Trail
Sign
Soccer Field
Soft-Surface Trail
• Sign
• Natural Area/Landscape
• Soft-Surface Trail
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Other - Drainage Channel
• Other - Former Playground
• Other - Paved Area/Former Parking Lot
• Picnic Area or Table
• Soccer Field
• Drinking Fountain
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• Trash Receptacles
• Internal Park Paths
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Benches
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, could potentially be a dedicated dog park. Lots of dogs off leash present during park evaluation.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Internal Park Paths
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Parking
Pet Waste Stations
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Park entry is not
accessible
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Pacific Heights Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 5 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Basketball Court
Bleachers
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
Oth er
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Soccer Field
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
Baseball or Softball Field
Basketball Court
Bleachers
Drinking Fountain
Hard Surface Trail
Pacific Heights Park
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 5 Acres
Park Assets
Baseball or Sof t ball Field
Basketball Court
Bleachers
Drinking Fountain
Hard-Surf ace Trail
Open Law n Area
Oth er
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Soccer Field
Storage or Equipment Buliding
(exterior only)
Open Lawn Area
Other
Playground
• Sign
• Bleachers
• Open Lawn Area
• Other - Portable Restroom
• Playground
• Soccer Field
• Baseball or Softball Field
• Basketball Court
• Drinking Fountain
• Hard-Surface Trail
• Playground
• Storage or Equipment Building
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Pet Waste Stations
• Trash Receptacles
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – Yes
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, can be a site for an enhanced sport or recreation use.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Picnic Tables
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Pet Waste Stations
Trash Receptacles
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Park pathways
are not
accessible due to
uneven surfaces
and cracks
• Play areas are
not accessible
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Ponderosa Tot Lot
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.7 Acres
Park Assets
Drinking Fountain
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Ponderosa Tot Lot
Park Classification: Neighborhood Park
Park Size: 0.7 Acres
Park Assets
Drinking Fountain
Open Law n Area
P ic nic A r e a o r T a b le
P l aygrou n d
Sign
Drinking Fountain
Open Lawn Area
Picnic Area or Table
Playground
Sign
• Sign
• Open Lawn Area
• Picnic Area or Table
• Playground
• Drinking Fountain
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
N/A Bike Racks
N/A Petwaste Stations
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – No
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, additional play feature may be consid- ered where picnic area is.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Drinking Fountains
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Bike Racks Internal
Park Paths
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• Play area is not
accessible
• Picnic area is not
accessible
• Park walking path
maybe more
than 5% in grade
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Posey Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.6 Acres
Park Assets
Publ ic Art
Water Feature
Posey Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.6 Acres
Park Assets
Publ ic Art
Water Feature
Public Art
Water Feature
• Public Art
• Water Feature
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Bike Racks
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
N/A Pet Waste Station
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, site is at the edge of downtown. Can include additional gathering or play element.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• None
B-51 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-52 340 of 392
Posey Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.6 Acres
Park Assets
Publ ic Art
Water Feature
Posey Park
Park Classification: Pocket Park
Park Size: 0.6 Acres
Park Assets
Publ ic Art
Water Feature
Public Art
Water Feature
• Public Art
• Water Feature
Asset Condition (2024)
Individual Assets
Grouped Assets
Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
Non-Functional
• Bike Racks
• Benches
• Internal Park Paths
• Trash Receptacles
N/A BBQs
N/A Pet Waste Station
Overall Condition (2024)
User Experience and Capacity
Grouped Asset Sufficiency
Variety of Recreation Opportunities? – No
Unique Character? – Yes
Enhanced
Basic
Poor
General Maintenance
Vandalism/Graffiti Shade Availability
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
Capacity Opportunities? – Yes, site is at the edge of downtown. Can include additional gathering or play element.
Adequate Not Enough
BBQs
Benches
Bike Racks
Drinking Fountains
Internal Park Paths
Parking
Picnic Tables
Trash Receptacles
Pet Waste Stations
Accessibility
Issues Identified
• None
B-53 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT B-54 341 of 392
APPENDIx C
DEMOGRAPHIC AND LAND USE MAPPING
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City of San Bruno
Park Assessment
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Demographic and Land Use Mapping C -1 Appendix C
Demographic and Land Use Mapping
To understand the social and environmental dynamics impacting San Bruno’s Park system, a series of demographic maps were developed. These maps document population density, existing land uses, projected population change for 2024 through 2029, average noise levels by park, population under 12 years of age, and population 12 to 18 years of age.
Figure C-1: Population Density
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Demographic and Land Use Mapping C -2 Figure C-2: Existing Land Uses
Figure C-3: Projected Population Change 2024-2029
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City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Demographic and Land Use Mapping C -3 Figure C-4: Average Noise Level by Park
Figure C-5: Population Under 12 Years Old
City of San Bruno Park Assessment | Demographic and Land Use Mapping C -4 Figure C-6: Population 12-18 Years Old
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APPENDIx D
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
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Site Name Site Size
(Acres)
Approximate
Size of
Renovation
Area (Acres)
Low Medium High Overview of Improvements
COMMUNITY PARK
$8,400,000 $11,200,000 $14,000,000 Design and renovate playgrounds (age 2-5 and 5-12) Install fitness equipment
Update picnic tables and South Group picnic area
Improve central baseball field
Enhance drainage channel
Formalize trail route
Provide accessible entry to tennis courts
Add bike racks and replace drinking fountains
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
$2,250,000 $3,000,000 $3,750,000 Site Master Plan
Renovate playground (ages 2-12)
Repave hardscape
Improve basketball court
Add landscaping, benches, drinking fountain, pet waste station, and bike rack
$6,000,000 $8,550,000 $11,100,000 Site Master Plan
Improve multi-use field
Provide playground (ages 2-12) and add shade structures Update picnic area and renovate restroom
Add benches, shade structures, drinking fountains, stadium seating $2,000,000 $2,850,000 $3,700,000 Provide accessible entry and pathways Renovate playground (age 2-12)
Relocate and enhance picnic area
Provide pet waste station, bike rack, and drinking fountain $2,800,000 $3,990,000 $5,180,000 Renovate and redesign dog park Provide outdoor fitness area
Renovate Southwest Play Area (age 2-12)
Add bike racks and drinking fountain
Replace drinking fountains
Replace infield mix
Fleetwood Park 0.3 0.3 $125,000 $250,000 $375,000 Site Master Plan $2,400,000 $3,420,000 $4,440,000 Site Master Plan
Renovate playgrounds (age 2-5 and 5-12)
Renovate former picnic area
Provide outdoor fitness area and basketball court
Convert basketball court to picnic area
Provide accessible sidewalk, pathways, and entry
Sound wall
Add bike rack and drinking fountain
28.9 0.5
3.0 7.3
4.0 1.2
Planning-Level Cost Assumptions (Range)Appendix D: Capital Improvement Plan1 City Park 8.0
Bayshore Circle Park
(Priority Project, with
More Extensive
Renovation)
0.5 Belle Air Park/Lion's
Park (Priority Project,
with Less Extensive
Renovation)
3.0 1.0
Commodore Park
(Less Extensive
Renovation)
1.4 Forest Lane Park
(Priority Project, with
Less Extensive
Renovation)
1.2 Buckeye Park
(Less Extensive
Renovation)
Appendix D D-1
Site Name Site Size
(Acres)
Approximate
Size of
Renovation
Area (Acres)
Low Medium High Overview of Improvements
Planning-Level Cost Assumptions (Range)Appendix D: Capital Improvement Plan1 $2,000,000 $2,850,000 $3,700,000 Renovate playgrounds (age 2-5 and 5-12) Expand basketball court, provide multi-sport court, and install fitness equipment
Repave pathway
Provide bike racks, pet waste stations, drinking fountain, and trash cans $130,000 $260,000 $390,000 Site Master Plan
Replace drinking fountains
$3,000,000 $4,275,000 $5,550,000 Enhance walking poop
Provide outdoor fitness area
Expand Basketball Court
Provide restroom and replace drinking fountain (to be ADA accessible) Improve Baseball Field
$1,000,000 $1,425,000 $1,850,000 Renovate playground (age 2-12) Relocate and Enhance Picnic Area
Provide Accessible Entry and Pathways
Add bike rack and replace drinking fountain
$1,800,000 $2,400,000 $3,000,000 Renovate playground (age 2-12) Improve basketball court
Add bike rack, pet waste satiation, drinking fountain, and pathway Sound Wall
$2,250,000 $3,000,000 $3,750,000 Renovate playground (age 2-12) Add picnic area, additional park pathway, and bike rack Replace Park Entry Sign
Sound Wall
POCKET PARKS
Catalpa Tot Lot 0.2 0.2 $125,000 $250,000 $375,000 Site Master Plan $450,000 $600,000 $750,000 Renovate playground (age 2-12) Provide vegetation screening and bike rack
$450,000 $600,000 $750,000 Renovate playground (age 2-12) Enhance picnic area
Provide bike rack
Posey Park 0.1 0.1 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 Provide public art and directional signage Low Medium High
TOTALS 60.3 25.4 $35,280,000 $49,120,000 $62,960,000
Notes:
2.4 5.6
Lomita Park 0.1
1. This table presents planning-level capital cost assumptions in 2025 dollars not accounting for inflation. Cost ranges are intended for planning purpos es only. Actual costs will vary depending on site realities, the scale and quality of facilities, and changing market prices for materials and labor. Actual cost estimates should be determined through site master planning and design at the time of development. Because actual prices fluctuate and will vary by site, the cost estimates are presented as a range of costs. The range is aimed at capturing differences based on site size, location, topography and setting, facility quality and detail, supply and demand for labor and materials, etc. The costs do not include environmental compliance documentation, community engagement, design, permitting, installation, or staff hours to manage site planning, design, construction, and implementation. Those elements could escalate park development costs by 20-25 percent.
0.1 2. These ranges factor in costs assumptions provided in Chapter 5, Tables 5-1 and 5-2. 7th & Walnut Park
(More Extensive
Renovation)
0.4 7th Avenue Park
(More Extensive
Renovation)
0.5 Herman Park 0.1
0.4 0.5
0.1 Monte Verde Park 5.6
Pacific Heights Park
(Less Extensive
Renovation)
1.5 Ponderosa Tot Lot
(Less Extensive
Renovation)
0.5 5.0
0.7 Grundy Park
(Less Extensive
Renovation)
1.0 Appendix D D-2
D-1 City of San Bruno PARK ASSESSMENT City of San Bruno | PARK ASSESSMENT D-2 346 of 392
City Council Agenda Item
Staff Report
CITY OF SAN BRUNO
DATE: November 12, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Alex D. McIntyre
PREPARED BY: Brian Adam
SUBJECT: Receive Update on FY26 and Carried Over Council Strategic Initiatives BACKGROUND:
As part of the annual budget process, the City Council adopts priority initiatives each year.
These initiatives range from targeted efforts on specific issues, such as downtown beautification, to broad, ongoing programs like wildfire mitigation and education. For the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26), the Council approved a total allocation of $3.8 million, substantially funded by Measure G, for six projects. In addition to FY26 priorities, five top priorities were approved in FY25, along with an additional four projects approved prior to FY25.
DISCUSSION:
FY25 Top Priority Initiatives
As part of the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25) budget, the City Council strategically narrowed its priorities to five key initiatives, thereby channeling staff resources towards the most impactful and essential projects. This focused approach ensures that efforts are concentrated on critical areas that will significantly benefit the community, aligning with long-term goals and addressing both immediate and future needs. The FY25 top priority initiatives are:
Florida Park improvements
Finalize improvement
plans for Florida Park Completed 100%
complete Approved FY25 Lead: Community
Services
Florida Park has been completed. The entire project is chronicled on the Department's Park Project Updates web page. City Council accepted the project as completed and authorized the filing of Notice of Completion with the San Mateo County Record's Office.
Downtown beautification
Downtown
beautification
In progress;
scheduled for
completion in
January 2026
Approved FY25 Lead: Community Services
The City installed banners all throughout downtown earlier this calendar year in February. It completed the Request For Proposal process this summer to identify a quality contractor to perform landscaping work. The work is tentatively planned for completion in January 2026. 347 of 392
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Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
November 12, 2025