City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – 5/5/2025 Page 1
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Rob Newsom Jr., Mayor
Adam Loraine, Deputy Mayor
Nicole Fernandez
Danielle Cwirko- Godycki
Lisa Diaz Nash
CITY OF SAN MATEO
Regular Meeting Minutes
City Council Meeting
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www. cityofsanmateo. org
May 5, 2025
City Hall Council Chambers 7: 00 PM
Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER at 7: 00 p. m.
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Newsom, Deputy Mayor Loraine, Council Members: Fernandez, Cwirko- Godycki, and Diaz Nash AB 2449 Requests and Considerations for Meeting Participation by Teleconference due to Just Cause or Emergency Circumstances – there were no requests.
CEREMONIAL
1. Aragon High School – 4. 0 Grade Recognition - Students from Aragon High School were recognized for their scholastic achievements.
2. Asian American Pacific – Islander Heritage Month – Proclamation - Kenneth Szeto ( ZEE toe), Self- Help for the Elderly, San Mateo Program Manager; Wesley Taoka, San Mateo Japanese- American Community Center; and Tolifili Fa – Mosquito & Vector Control District Trustee, received the proclamation.
3. Jewish American Heritage Month – Proclamation - Scott E. Hartley, President at Peninsula Temple Beth El, received the proclamation.
4. National Police Week – Proclamation - Ed Barberini, Chief of Police, received the proclamation.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items, 5 through 12, were considered to be routine by the City Council. After the titles of the items were read by the City Clerk, the public was invited to comment and there were two speakers: Mike Swire commented on his support of the Council’ s letter in opposition to the 101/ 92 direct connector project but wants the Council to consider removing a particular statement from the letter. Giuliano Carlini is also concerned with the language in the letter regarding highway widening. Council discussed the language of the letter and decided to keep it in. Motion passed 5- 0.
Moved: Loraine, Seconded: Fernandez
Ayes: Newsom, Loraine, Fernandez, Cwirko- Godycki, and Diaz Nash Noes: None
5. Citywide Operations Management System – Master Services Agreement Adopt a Resolution to approve an alternative purchasing procedure and approve a Master Services Agreement MSA) with OpenGov for a three- year renewal of software subscription, cloud hosting, and technical support in the amount of $ 403, 057. 37; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement in substantially the form presented.
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Enactment: Resolution No. 39 ( 2025)
6. 2655, 2755 Campus Drive Public Improvements – Adoption Adopt a Resolution to accept public improvements in accordance with the April 27th, 2023, Subdivision Improvement Agreement between the City of San Mateo and 2655 Campus Pop Owner, LLC and 2755 Campus Pop Owner, LLC for 2655 and 2755 Campus Drive.
Enactment: Resolution No. 40 ( 2025)
7. Downtown Business Improvement Area – Approval
Adopt a Resolution of Intent to Levy the Annual Assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement Area for fiscal year 2025- 26; accept the fiscal year 2024- 25 Downtown San Mateo Association Annual Report; and set a public hearing for the May 19, 2025, City Council meeting for the annual levy.
Enactment: Resolution No. 41 ( 2025)
8. Side Letter of Agreement - Police Technical Services Administrator Classification Representation – Adoption Adopt a Resolution to reflect the change in representation of the Police Technical Services Administrator ( PTSA) from the San Mateo Management Employees’ Association ( SMMEA) to the San Mateo Safety Management Association ( SMSMA).
Enactment: Resolution No. 42 ( 2025)
9. Minimum Wage Enforcement – Agreement
Approve an agreement with the County of San Mateo’ s Office of Labor Standards Enforcement ( OLSE) to provide minimum wage enforcement services for the City’ s minimum wage ordinance, in an amount not to exceed $ 60, 000, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement in substantially the form presented.
10. Electric Vehicle Fleet Program Terms and Conditions – Approval Approve the PG& E Program Electric Vehicle Fleet Program Terms and Conditions and authorize the City Manager to execute the documents in substantially the form presented and to negotiate an easement agreement for the deployment of PG& E facilities to serve electric vehicle infrastructure, including relocation as needed, for future Council approval.
11. 385 2nd Avenue Lease Agreement Renewal – Reauthorization Re- approve a lease renewal extending the term to March 31, 2026 with a one- year option for the property located at 385 2nd Avenue in the Main Street Garage with Elmer Vasquez and Anavela Vasquez with an initial base rent of 1, 374. 00 per month; and authorize the City Manager to execute the lease renewal in substantially the form presented.
12. Letter of Opposition to the Current U. S. 101/ SR 92 Interchange Direct Connector Project Proposal – Approval Authorize the Mayor to send a letter on behalf of the City Council to the San Mateo County Transportation Authority ( SMCTA), the City/ County Association of Governments of San Mateo County ( C/ CAG), the California Department of Transportation ( Caltrans), Assemblymember Diane Papan, and State Senator Josh Becker, expressing the City of San Mateo’ s opposition to the current U. S. 101/ SR 92 Interchange Direct Connector Project proposal.
Authorize the Mayor to transmit a letter to the Mayor of the City of Foster City requesting consideration for co- signing the opposition letter.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
An organized presentation by Farzaneh Yountehi and Melissa Toboni on behalf of the Parkside neighborhood regarding the disruption to their lives caused by the noise and damage from the Parkside Montessori Construction. Kevin Simpson urged for traffic calming and better safety measures on Humboldt and Second. Michael Sevillia stated he has a petition with over 113 signatures to end the 14- day reservation window for VIP members at Poplar Creek Golf Course. Allison McQueen commented on keeping the Humboldt Street bike lanes. Tony Paul announced a new material cellular concrete to protect houses from fire and wants it to be an agenda item. Mike Swire concerned about bike lanes. Andrew Ryan expressed concerns regarding the historic district in Glazenwood’ s lack of formal adoption as a historic district, costing residents thousands of dollars to remodel their homes. Trina Pierce wants the parking restored on Humboldt. Anna Lieb encouraged keeping the Humboldt bike lanes and increase safety. Robert Whitehair and John McKenna asked the Council to formally take a position against Assembly Bill 306 and oppose it. Giuliano Carlini encouraged Council to improve bike lanes and not remove them. Lynna is concerned with the large moving trucks parked on El Camino day and night which blocks the views of the businesses on the street and would like something done about that.
City Manager Khojikian stated that the Montessori construction matter can be discussed at the May 29th meeting with San Mateo/ Foster City School District. He also noted that staff would look into the noise issue raised by the public.
Council recessed from 8: 14 p. m. to 8: 24 p. m.
NEW BUSINESS
13. Delaware Street Safe Routes to School Corridor Bike Lane Improvements – Update Sang Hee Cho, Associate Engineer, gave an update on the Delaware Street Safe Routes to School Corridor Bike Lane Improvements project.
Public Comment:
Kevin Simpson urged support for the bike lane project, highlighting its alignment with 2040 goals, youth benefits, and strong usage even without perfect outreach. Dana Stoer expressed concern that narrowing Delaware could hinder emergency and event access, suggesting Pacific Boulevard as an alternate route. Allison McQueen supported the protected bike lane for its safety, climate, and connectivity benefits, encouraging San Mateo to keep pace with peer cities. Mike Swire praised project outreach, emphasized student safety, and opposed rerouting via Pacific due to access challenges. Kai shared that his family bikes Delaware but avoids parts due to traffic, and voiced strong support for protected lanes. Karvin Dassanayake described Delaware as unsafe for cyclists and said protected lanes would significantly improve safety. Phil King, with his daughter, urged the City to keep the Delaware route to ensure safe school commutes for students. Anna Lieb supported the project, citing safety concerns during pregnancy and the need for more accessible infrastructure. Leo Stoll endorsed the project as a complement to parking restrictions and a means to reduce speeding and car dependency. Debra Rosenfeld opposed the lane reduction, citing inadequate outreach, safety concerns, and poor road conditions near the Arco station. Giuliano Carlini strongly supported the project, urged prioritizing cyclist safety, and requested flex posts near 28th Street. Sschochet supported the project for safety and environmental reasons, advocating for buffered bike lanes and improved connections. Seema Patel, speaking personally, supported the bike lanes and suggested enhancements near Bermuda and Sunnybrae Elementary to close safety gaps. Max Mautner praised the plan’ s cost- effectiveness and appeal to cautious riders, while raising concerns about emergency access. Maria opposed the project, arguing it would worsen congestion, limit mobility for working- class residents, and pose safety risks. David Hunt supported the project for improving school bike routes and urged extending protected lanes to 19th Avenue.
Council asked questions and made comments.
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City Council expressed general support for the proposed improvements, acknowledging the need to enhance safety for bicyclists along the corridor. Councilmembers emphasized the importance of hearing and incorporating concerns from residents on the west side of Delaware, where appropriate. As part of the next steps, staff will coordinate with the event center and the Fire Department to identify and address any potential issues related to the proposed southbound lane reduction before finalizing the project.
City Manager, Khojikian, received direction to return with a comprehensive overview of upcoming projects, categorized by priority levels, low, medium, and high. This overview should include details on the source of funding for each project, highlighting which are locally funded and which rely on grants or other external funding sources. No changes to existing policy were made at this time.
Council recessed from 10: 20 p. m. to 10: 25 p. m.
14. City Council Priority List – Adoption
Christina Horrisberger, Assistant City Manager, gave the presentation.
Public Comment
Kevin Simpson strongly supported prioritizing item # 6, a traffic survey necessary for radar- based speed enforcement, emphasizing its urgency due to increasing traffic- related deaths. He also urged attention to item 12, citing safety and quality- of- life concerns caused by mobile food trucks operating late and creating hazards in residential neighborhoods. Mark voiced strong support for item # 9, the regulation of gas- powered leaf blowers, citing their negative impact on neighborhood quality of life and the environment. He urged the city to keep the item at least a medium priority, ideally moving it to high.
Council asked questions and made comments.
Council gave direction at 11: 00 p. m. to continue the meeting through 11: 40 p. m.
City Council reviewed the Priority List and provided additional direction to staff. The next step in the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025- 26 Priority List will be through the Budget in June.
REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Manager, City Attorney and Council Members reported on their various assignments and liaison roles and noted past and future events, along with updates. Council Member Fernandez requested agendizing a study session to investigate implementing speed limits for electronic bikes. City Manager Khojikian offered that this item could be brought forward at a future Council goal setting session. Chief of Police Ed Barberini provided some clarification on current regulations. Deputy Mayor Loraine requested Council action on Assembly Bill 306, City Manager Alex Khojikian shared that this bill will be included within the Council’ s upcoming legislative briefing. Assistant City Manager Horrisberger reported on a staff coordinated community meeting on April 22, 2025 on the resumption of parking enforcement in Bay Meadows. Following Assistant City Manager Horrisberger’ s report, the Council acknowledged community input.
ADJOURNMENT – The meeting adjourned at 11: 50 p. m.
APPROVED BY: SUBMITTED BY:
Rob Newsom Jr., Mayor Martin McTaggart, City Clerk
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