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CITY OF SAN MATEO
Agenda Report
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www.cityofsanmateo.org
Agenda Number: 10 Section Name: NEW BUSINESS Account Number: 10-1311 File ID: 25-10312 TO: City Council
FROM: Alex Khojikian, City Manager
PREPARED BY: City Manager's Office
MEETING DATE: September 2, 2025
SUBJECT:
San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce: 2025-26 Work Plan — Presentation RECOMMENDATION:
Receive a presentation from the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce on the 2025-26 Work Plan.
BACKGROUND:
Each year, the City of San Mateo contributes $90,000 to the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce in support of programs and initiatives that benefit local businesses and the broader community. The first $70,000 supports the primary Work Plan, which includes:
1. Business Attraction and Retention
2. Targeted Business District Activation
3. Civic Engagement and Workforce Development
4. Convening, Informing, and Policy Advocacy
These focus areas are generally longstanding but were further developed this year by the Chamber, in partnership with City staff, to foster a vibrant business community that supports the needs of its users, engages the community, and attracts visitors to the area. The work plan is included as Attachment 1.
The other $20,000 supports the Chamber’s LeadForward Program, which was retooled this past year to provide a forum for cross-sector relationship-building, partnerships, and mentorship for leaders throughout the area. As part of the City’s contribution, the program provides four slots and twelve executive coaching sessions to City leadership staff.
At the September 2 meeting, Council will also hear highlights from 2024/25, including the Best of San Mateo Area, the September Arts & Culture Fest, and feedback on the changes to LeadForward, which were well received by participants.
BUDGET IMPACT:
No impact – the annual contribution has already been budgeted and issued.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:
This item is not a project subject to CEQA, because it is an organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5).)
NOTICE PROVIDED
All meeting noticing requirements were met.
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ATTACHMENTS
Att 1 – FY 2025-26 Chamber Work Plan
STAFF CONTACT
Christina Horrisberger, Assistant City Manager
[email protected]
650-522-7210