City Council Special Meeting Minutes – 11/18/2024 Page 1
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Lisa Diaz Nash, Mayor
Rob Newsom Jr., Deputy Mayor
Rich Hedges
Amourence Lee
Adam Loraine
CITY OF SAN MATEO
Special Meeting Minutes
City Council
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www. cityofsanmateo. org
November 18, 2024
City Hall Council Chambers 5: 30 PM
Special Meeting
CALL TO ORDER at 5: 30 p. m.
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Diaz Nash, Deputy Mayor Newsom, Council Members: Hedges, Lee, and Loraine AB 2449 Requests and Considerations for Meeting Participation by Teleconference due to Just Cause or Emergency Circumstances – there were no requests.
CLOSED SESSION
Following the opportunity for public comment, there were no speakers, the City Council convened into Closed Session at 5: 31 p. m. to consider:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph ( 2) of subdivision ( d) of Section 54956. 9: ( one case) Existing facts and circumstances: IRS proposed administrative penalty re: filing of information returns Council reconvened at 5: 42 p. m.
STUDY SESSION
2. Review of City Pools: Current Status, Assessments, and Future Plans Joanne Magrini, Director, Parks and Recreation, and Matt Fabry, Director, Public Works, gave the presentation.
Public Comment – Lisa Tealer emphasized the need for a comprehensive investment in the MLK Center, not just the pool. Advocated for a revitalized community hub for North Central San Mateo. Dr. Charles Hanson highlighted the King Center' s potential to become a vibrant hub for families and seniors. Urged investment in broader upgrades to align with community needs.
Questions and Comments from Council.
Council consensus was provided in support of: Emergency Repairs: authorization of $ 500, 000 allocation from reserves for repairs to Joinville and MLK pools; Scoping Study: approval of $ 200, 000 for scoping upgrades to Joinville Pool for continued operation until 2040; and 3. Community Engagement: Approval of $ 200, 000 to initiate the visioning process for MLK Pool and its development.
ADJOURNMENT – The meeting adjourned at 6: 40 p. m.
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