Agenda packet, regular meeting — San Mateo City Council, April 6, 2026 (part 2 of 2)

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11.48.070 Parking in bus zone (curb marked)

17.08.20 Boat or other object parked on public right-of-way

11.44.150 Meter violation

11.44.160

11.44.165 Repeat violations for overtime parking (2nd violation-same day, same place)

11.48.030 Parking in alley

11.40.110 Parked on private property w/o consent

11.44.090 Parked in front of a hooded meter

11.44.130 Parking over lines

11.40.060 Curb wheels/set brake on hill

11.40.070 Parking so as to obstruct traffic

11.40.100 Violation of emergency signs posted

11.40.040(a) Restricted parking on City street (posted) (No residential parking permit)

11.40.040(b) Restricted parking on City lot (posted) i.e., City Hall, Rec Centers, Library, etc.

11.40.055 Street sweeping

11.36.010(1) Parallel parking in angle slot

11.36.020 Angle parking (right front tire not within 18” of curb)

11.40.040(a) Restricted parking on City street (posted)

11.32.070 Red, yellow, etc., curb markings

11.32.100 Commercial vehicle on residential street, 10,000 lbs. GVW

11.32.105 Oversized vehicle/trailer parked on residential street 22523(b) Abandon vehicle-public/private property

11.32.030 Truck parked on City street (may be used for limos, small shuttle buses, and small school buses)

11.32.040 Parked on parkway (Planting strip)
22521 Parking within 7 ½ feet of train tracks
22522 Blocking disabled ramp
22523(a) Abandoned vehicle- any highway
22514 Blocking fire hydrant
22515(a) Parked with engine running and/or parking brake not set 22516 Person locked in vehicle
22500(l) Blocking wheelchair access to sidewalk
22502(a) Not within 18” of the curb
22507.8 Handicapped parking
22500(h) Double parking
22500(i) Parking within bus zone
22500(k) Parking upon any bridge
22500(e) Blocking any driveway
22500(f) Parking on a sidewalk
22500(g) Obstructing traffic by parking near excavation 22500(b) Parking within a crosswalk
22500(c) Parking within a safety zone
22500(d) Parking within 15 ft. of fire station driveway 21113 Parking on public grounds-no permit
22500.1 Fire lane
22500(a) Parking within an intersection

PARKING PENALTY SCHEDULE
Only one violation per citation
4000(a) Expired registration (make sure you check the POC box) 5200 License plates failure to display (make sure you check the POC box) 5204 Tabs (make sure you check the POC box)

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UNIT FEE
I. PARKING FEES
A. TEMPORARY NO PARKING METERS (1)
Up to 7 days Per Day/Per Meter $12.50
8 – 49 days Per Wk./Per Meter $75.00
50 – 98 days Per Wk./Per Meter $150.00
99+ days Per Wk./Per Meter $300.00
Per Installation $77.00
B. TEMPORARY "NO PARKING" SIGNS Each $4.00
C. DOWNTOWN PARKING PERMIT
2nd and El Camino Real Monthly $65.00
Central Parking Monthly $100.00
Tennis Court Garage Monthly $65.00
Main Street Garage Monthly $100.00
Transit Center Monthly $65.00
Kiku Downtown Public Garage Monthly $65.00
Railroad Avenue between 5th to 9th Monthly $40.00
Low-Income Parking Permit Monthly $40.00
D. ON-STREET AND OFF-STREET RATES (per SMMC 11.40.010)
($0.50 minimum for credit cards at pay stations) Time Limit:

Premium On-Street Space 3 Hours/per Hour $1.50
Premium Off-Street Facilities 3 Hours/Per Hour $1.25
Premium Off-Street Facilities No Limit $1.25
(Central Garage – Lots 4, 5, 6), Main Street Garage
Value On-Street Spaces 3 Hours/Per Hour $1.00
Value Off-Street Facilities 3 Hours/Per Hour $0.75
Value Off-Street Facilities No Limit $0.75
No Limit $0.75
E. VALET PARKING PERMIT FEE
Permit Fee Per Permit $500.00
Implementation/Replacement Costs:

Curb Marking Each Location $88.00
Signs Per Sign $145.00
Meter Pole/Bracket Per Pole/Bracket $42.00
F. Annually Per Space Per Day $1.00
G. PUBLIC EV CHARGING STATION Per kW/h $0.34
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I. PARKING FEES
D.

PUBLIC WORKS

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
For each time the City installs and removes a meter bag. (Main Street Garage – Lot 1, Second and ECR Garage – Lot 2, Tennis Court Garage – Lot 3, 5th and B Lot – Lot 7, 4th and Railroad Lot – Lot 8, Transit Center – Lot 9, 5th to 9th Ave on S. Railroad Ave)

USE OF PUBLIC PARKING SPACES FOR VALET STATIONS
The credit card Merchant Service Provider charges an additional credit card transaction fee to all transactions completed with a credit card.

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UNIT FEE
II. ENCROACHMENT PERMITS
A. FLAT FEE ENCROACHMENT PERMITS

1.Minor Encroachment (Driveway/Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter Replacement) Each $729.47 This fee is waived for repair of sidewalk tripping hazards due to a notice from the City.

2. a. Each $874.31
b. Each $483.86

3. Temporary Permits Each
a. Each $578.33
b. Each $240.36
c. Each $387.31
d. Each $172.94

4.Outdoor Dinning Permit
a. Outdoor Furnishings (Sidewalks and Ped Mall)
i. Permit Application Fee Each $440.45
ii. Annual Renewal Fee Each $440.45
b. Parklets (Citywide and Ped Mall)
i. Permit Application Fee Each $571.87
ii. Annual Renewal Fee (Citywide) Per Parking Stall Occupied $285.93 iii.Annual Renewal Fee (Ped Mall) Each $571.87

5.Dock Permit
a. Maintenance or Removal Each $512.20
b. Construction, Alteration, or Replacement Each $4,836.55 c. Annual Fee Per Dock $70.33

6.Banner Permit
a. Central Garage Banner Per Banner $1,000.27
b. Street Light Banner Per Request $388.35

7.Utility Permit
a. Standard Utility Base Fee Each $2,027.83
b. Additional Fee for Excavation (up to 250-sq.ft.) Each $868.02 B. MAJOR ENCROACHMENT PERMITS

1. Plan Review Fees
$0 - $50K ROW Construction Costs Base $907.90
$50K - $100K ROW Construction Costs Base $907.90
Each additional dollar above $50K % of costs above $50K 12.61% $100K - $500K ROW Construction Costs Base $7,212.85
Each additional dollar above $100K % of costs above $100K 3.37% $500K - $1M ROW Construction Costs Base $20,708.61
Each additional dollar above $500K % of costs above $500K 2.31% $1M+ ROW Construction Costs Base $32,266.81
Each additional dollar above $1M % of costs above $1M 1.10% Additional Review Cycles (4th and beyond) or Revisions Per Occurance $1,394.92

2. Permit and Inspection Fees
$0 - $50K ROW Construction Costs Base $2,792.98
$50K - $100K ROW Construction Costs Base $2,792.98
Each additional dollar above $50K % of costs above $50K 9.60% $100K - $500K ROW Construction Costs Base $7,590.71
Each additional dollar above $100K % of costs above $100K 4.26% $500K - $1M ROW Construction Costs Base $24,630.97
Each additional dollar above $500K % of costs above $500K 2.07% $1M+ ROW Construction Costs Base $34,973.72
Each additional dollar above $1M % of costs above $1M 0.99% Additional Inspections over Allotment Per Inspection $370.51 C. PERMIT MODIFCATION

1. Rider / Scope Change Each $240.36

2. Time Extension/Work Hour Waivers Each $47.78
D. SECURITY BOND OR DEPOSIT
Where more than one security applies to a permit, only the larger security amount will be required.

1. Minor Encroachment Permits Deposit $2,500.00

2. Sewer Lateral Permits Deposit $2,000.00

3. Temporary Permits Deposit $1,000.00

4. Dock Permits Deposit $1,000.00

5. Street Light Banner Permits Deposit $500.00

6. Major Encroachment Permits Minimum Deposit $10,000.00

7. Street Moratorium Minimum Deposit $15,000.00
Temporary Encroachment (Dumpsters, scaffolding, potholing, excavation, etc.) Temporary Rental Storage Container (Pods, etc.)
Access/Traffic Control Only
Ped Mall Barrier Access Fee
Connecting to Main in Right-of-Way
Connecting to Main in Rear Easement

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Sewer Lateral Permits
Utility permit scopes that exceed 250 square feet or $50,000 in valuation shall instead apply for a Major Encroachment permit.

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III. GRADING PERMITS
A. SITE DEVELOPMENTS PERMIT FEE
0 - 1,000 cubic yards of earthwork activity Base $2,860.16 Per 25 cubic yards above 0 Per 25 cubic yards $53.50
1,000 - 10,000 cubic yards of earthwork activity Base $5,000.30 Per 25 cubic yards above 1,000 Per 25 cubic yards $11.36 10,000 cubic yards or greater of earthwork activity Base $9,089.54 Per 25 cubic yards above 10,000 Per 25 cubic yards $5.68 B. STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PERMIT (STOPPP)

1. STOPPP Permit Fee
a. STOPPP Type I Projects Each No Fee
b. STOPPP Type II Projects Each $547.89
c. STOPPP Type III Projects Each $1,511.42
d. STOPPP Type IV Projects Each $2,162.18
e. STOPPP Reinspection Fee Each $273.95

2. Erosion Control Compliance Deposit
For STOPPP Type II Projects greater than 50CY or Type III & IV Projects any size. a. Minimum Deposit Minimum Deposit $416.69
b. Additional Deposit Per 100 cubic yards $60.87
C. GRADING SECURITY BOND OR DEPOSIT

1. Minimum Deposit Minimum Deposit $10,496.00

2. Additional Deposit above 250 cubic yards Per cubic yard $41.98 IV. MAPPING AND AGREEMENTS
A. PARCEL MAPS Per Map $8,411.50
B. FINAL MAPS & CONDO CONVERSIONS Per Map $10,630.35
C. LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (CERTIFICATE) Each $4,241.43
D. LOT CONFORMANCE (CERTIFICATE) Each $3,494.12
E. MAP CORRECTION (CERTIFICATE) Each $3,629.51
F. RIGHT-OF-WAY/PUBLIC EASEMENT (NOT PART OF A MAP) Each $6,629.27 G. ADDITIONAL MAPPING REVIEWS (4TH REVIEW AND BEYOND) Each $1,247.98 H. ENGINEERING AGREEMENTS (SIA, E&M, STORMWATER, ETC) Each $4,266.62 I. ADDRESS ASSIGNMENTS FOR SUBDIVISIONS Each $1,286.89

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

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V. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE FEES
A. CLASS A WASTE DISCHARGE PERMIT ANNUAL FEE Each $1,224.89 B. CLASS B WASTE DISCHARGE PERMIT ANNUAL FEE Each $816.59 C. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT ANNUAL FEE Each $742.07 D. POLLUTION PREVENTION INSPECTION FEE Per Hour $256.11 E. INSPECTION/INVESTIGATION FEE Per Hour $265.55
Per Hour OT $308.59
F. SAMPLING FEE Per Hour $272.90
Per Hour OT $320.13
G. ANALYTICAL SERVICES FEE Each $258.20
H. HYDRAULIC LOADING CHARGE Per 100 Cu. Ft. Basic Sewer Service Charge rate
I. DEFICIENCY RESULTING IN “SIGNIFICANT NONCOMPLIANCE” Each $509.06 J. FAILURE TO CONDUCT SELF-MONITORING Per Hour $258.20
K. Each $471.27
L. ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP/ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE

1. Labor Per Hour $269.75
Per Hour OT $314.88

2. Material And Equipment Each Cost

3. Contract Services Each Cost
M. APPEAL - of decision to issue permit, levy fees, or finding of noncompliance Each Appeal $580.00 N. Each Case $5,796.94

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH OFFICIAL NOTICE TO CORRECT VIOLATION

VIOLATIONS REQUIRING INSPECTION WARRANT, OR COMMENCEMENT OF CIVIL

LITIGATION PROCEEDINGS

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V. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE FEES
A.

7.38.480, 7.39.290)
Appeal of Decision to Issue Permit, Levy fees, or Finding of Noncompliance. Any person affected by any decision, action or determination, including administrative remedies, made in interpreting or implementing the provisions of this Chapter may appeal therefrom to the City of San Mateo Sustainability & Infrastructure Commission. (7.39.200). Fee is refunded if appellant prevails.

Environmental Cleanup/Abatement of Public Nuisance. City may impose a charge upon the user to reimburse the City or District for the cost of cleaning and/or repair of City facilities, including mitigation of waste discharge to the storm drainage system; any condition caused or permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter is a threat to the public health, safety and welfare, and is declared and deemed a nuisance., and may be summarily abated and/or restored by the City. The cost of such abatement and restoration shall be borne by the owner of the property. (7.38.180, 7.38.470, 7.39.280).

Class B Discharge Permit. A Class B permit shall be issued, at the discretion of the Director, to any user who is not a significant industrial user, yet requires periodic inspection and/or monitoring to verify compliance with this Chapter. A Class B permit may be required for discharge of industrial waste from stationary sources, trucked wastes, contaminated groundwater, and other industrial wastes approved by the Director for discharge to the sanitary sewer. (7.38.260). Cost based on 1.5 hours admin and inspection time per year at standard labor rate.

Class A Discharge Permit. A Class A permit shall be issued to all significant industrial users (SIU). Class A permit holders are regulated in accordance with the requirements specified in the pretreatment regulations, 40 CFR Part 403 and 40 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter N, Parts 405-471, as amended, and this Chapter. (7.38.260) Cost based on 4 hours admin and inspection time per year at standard labor rate.

Inspection/Investigation Fee. Applies to inspection and investigation activities not covered in D. or K. Cost based on standard labor rate.

Sampling Fee. The Director shall have the right to establish on any property such devices as are necessary to conduct sampling or metering operations. During all inspections as provided herein, the official may take any samples deemed necessary to aid in the pursuit of the inquiry or in the recording of activities on the site. (7.38.350, 7.39.140). Cost based standard labor rate.

Failure to Comply with Official Notice to Correct Violation. When an authorized enforcement official finds that a user has violated or is violating this Chapter, or a permit or order issued hereunder, the official may serve upon said user a Notice of Violation which enumerates the violations found, and orders compliance by a date certain. (7.38.460, 7.39.270); any condition caused or permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter is a threat to the public health, safety and welfare, and is declared and deemed a nuisance. (7.38.470, 7.39.280) Failure to Conduct Self-monitoring. The Director may require that the user conduct a sampling and analysis program of the user’s waste or stormwater discharge of a frequency and type required by the Director to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of this Chapter. (7.38.360, 7.39.160).

The following fees are intended to help recover the cost of implementation and enforcement of SMMC Chapter 7.38 Hydraulic Loading Charge. The Director may impose upon the user a hydraulic loading charge for discharge of groundwater or other waters in cases where conventional sewer service charges applied by the City or District do not account for said flows or uses. User discharges which exceed 10,000 gallons per batch discharge or users undertaking long term discharges of groundwater to the sanitary sewer shall be metered and levied a hydraulic loading charge based upon the basic sewer service charge rate. (7.38.260)
Stormwater Management Permit. A property that is required to install, operate, and maintain stormwater treatment facilities, or maintain parking lots, storm drain inlets, or other facilities for stormwater pollution prevention as specified in project conditions, shall obtain a Stormwater Management (SWM) permit from the Director of Public Works. (7.39.235). Cost based on 2 hours admin and inspection time per year at standard labor rate.

Analytical Services Fee. Cost based in service provider cost of service.

Pollution Prevention Inspection Fee. The Director is authorized to conduct all inspection, surveillance, and monitoring procedures necessary to assure compliance with this Chapter. The Director may enter without unreasonable delay, during facility hours of operation, any premises of any user in which a potential pollutant discharge source exists or in which facility discharge and materials and waste records are kept. Records shall be made available to the Director for inspection and copying. Reasonable times for inspection and sampling may include times that are unannounced. (7.38.350, 7.39.140) Cost based on 0.5- hour admin and inspection time per year at standard labor rate.

Deficiency Resulting in “Significant Noncompliance”. At least annually, the Director shall provide public notice in the largest local daily newspaper a list of those significant industrial users that, during the previous twelve (12) months, were found in significant noncompliance, as defined in the pretreatment regulations and this Chapter. (7.38.420). Cost based on administrative time and cost of publication for 3 days in San Mateo Daily Journal.

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UNIT FEE
VI. DEVELOPMENT FEES
A. WASTEWATER CAPACITY CHARGE
a. Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38
b.

Per Dwelling Unit $5,878.60
Per Dwelling Unit $9,798.46
Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38
c. Per Room/Apartment $5,878.60
d. Per Bedroom $5,878.60
e. Per Square Foot $5.87
a.

Per Meter $11,758.38
Per Meter $12,595.17
Per Meter $13,872.06
b.

Per Meter $19,596.92
Per Meter $20,991.17
Per Meter $23,120.09
c.

Per Meter $39,193.85
Per Meter $41,983.51
Per Meter $46,240.19
d.

Per Meter $62,709.45
Per Meter $67,172.68
Per Meter $73,984.30
e.

Per Meter $117,580.36
Per Meter $125,949.36
Per Meter $138,719.39
f.

Per Meter $195,966.86
Per Meter $209,915.21
Per Meter $231,199.78
g.

Per Meter $391,933.72
Per Meter $419,831.57
Per Meter $462,399.55
h.

Per Meter $627,093.25
Per Meter $671,730.29
Per Meter $739,839.50
a. Per Gallon Per Day $91.01
b. Per Pound Per Day $2,198.78
c. Per Pound Per Day $1,982.60
Multi-family
ii. 2 bedroom
i. Studio & 1 bedroom

2. Commercial/Institutional
The capacity charge for commercial/institutional uses is based on water meter size and wastewater class. *see footnote below for class explanation*
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Meter size of 8 inches
i. Class B
iii. Class D
Flow
i. Class B
ii. Class C
Board or lodging houses
Hotels or motels
iii. 3+ bedroom
Single-family

1. Residential
Class A represents all residential uses, a biological oxygen demand of 200mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200mg/L

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
i. Class B
ii. Class C
iii. Class D
Meter size of up to 3/4 inch
i. Class B
ii. Class C
Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD)
Meter size of 2 inches
iii. Class D
Meter size of 6 inches
Meter size of 1 inch and 1/2 inch
i. Class B
i. Class B
ii. Class C
iii. Class D
iii. Class D
ii. Class C
Meter size of 3 inches
ii. Class C
iii. Class D
Meter size of 4 inches
Suspended Solids (SS)
*Wastewater Class Thresholds
●Class B represents standard strength, a biological oxygen demand of 200 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200 mg/L ●Class C represents moderate strength, a biological oxygen demand of 400 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 400 mg/L ●Class D represents high strength, a biological oxygen demand of 800 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 600 mg/L ii. Class C
iii. Class D

3. Industrial
The capacity charge for industrial uses is based on estimated wastewater flow and strength.

Meter size of 1 inch
i. Class B
ii. Class C
iii. Class D
i. Class B

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UNIT FEE
VI.DEVELOPMENT FEES (continued)
B. TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FEE

1. Residential
a. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $7,339.55
b. Multi-family Per Dwelling Unit $3,706.73

2. Commercial and Industrial
a. Retail Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $29,639.79
b. Office Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $8,941.21
c. Industrial Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $4,904.76
d. Hotel Per Room $4,667.73
e. Institution Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $3,813.51
C. Per Space $61,661.54
VII.NEWSRACK ORDINANCE VIOLATION
A. ABATEMENT FEE

1. Failure to abate violation for Chapter 17.12 of the S.M.M.C. Per Violation $79.54 B. APPEAL OF ABATEMENT ORDER FEE

1. Appeal to the Director of Public Works (Fee refunded if appellant prevails). Each Appeal $154.34 VIII. MISCELLANEOUS FEES
A. TRANSPORTATION PERMIT (ON CITY STREETS)

1. Oversized Load - Annual (subject to CVC 35795) Per Hour $90.00

2. Oversized Load - Singular Trip (subject to CVC 35795) Per Hour $16.00 B. BLOCK PARTY PERMIT Each No Fee
C. CURB PAINTING

1. Review
a. Red Tipping Per Request $690.18
b. Blue Curb (Disabled) Per Request $499.71
c. Yellow Curb (Loading Zone) Per Request $393.22
d. White Curb (Passenger Loading) Per Request $393.22
e. Green Curb (Limited-Time) Per Request $393.22
f. Non-Critical Red Zones Per Request $190.46

2. Installation
a. Red Tipping Per Request $232.45
b. Blue Curb (Disabled) Per Request $672.77
c. Yellow Curb (Loading Zone) Per Request $521.22
d. White Curb (Passenger Loading) Per Request $421.89
e. Green Curb (Limited-Time) Per Request $687.10
f. Non-Critical Red Zones Per Request $365.57
D. SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES PERMITS

1. Small Wireless Facilities Permit Application Fee (Drawdown Deposit) Min Deposit Per Location $4,500.00

2. Master License Agreement or Amendment Fee Min Deposit $2,500.00

3. Annual License Fee for attachment to City-owned Pole (subject to FCC 18-133) Per Location Per Year $270.00

4. Appeal to Public Hearing Officer of a decision by the Director of Public Works Each Appeal $580.00 E. SHARED MOBILITY PERMIT APPLICATION FEE (not subject annual increases) Each $5,300.00 F. SHORING OR TIE-BACKS IN THE PUBLIC ROW FEE By Negotiation By Negotiation G.

1. Review or coordination Per Hour $215.04

2. Inspection Per Hour $187.39

STAFF HOURLY RATES FOR SERVICES NOT LISTED

CENTRAL PARKING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN-LIEU FEE

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Shoring or tie-backs in the right-of-way shall only be allowed with Director of Public Works approval. If approved, a fee for these elements in the ROW is determined along with a Shoring Agreement that is acceptable to the City and recorded against the project property

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IX. SPECIAL COMMUNITY EVENTS PERMITS
A. NO-FEE EVENTS Each No Fee
B. NON-PROFIT, LOW-IMPACT EVENT Each $100.00
C. NON-PROFIT, HIGH-IMPACT EVENT Each $230.00
D. FOR-PROFIT, LOW-IMPACT EVENT Each $500.00
E. FOR-PROFIT, HIGH-IMPACT EVENT Each $1,000.00
F. SERVICE FEES (IF REQUIRED TO SUPPORT THE EVENT)

1. Overtime rates for personnel not regularly on duty who are required to work the event. Per Hour Staff Overtime Rates

2. Fair market value charges for utilization of City equipment and/or vehicles for the event.Per Hour Market Rates

3. Regular rates for personnel who may be required to prepare specialized logistic plans for the event.Per Hour Staff Rates

4. Actual costs for consumable supplies, e.g. parking meter signs, garbage bags, etc., used for the event.Actual Costs Actual Costs

5. Actual cost for specialized services contracted by the City that are required for the event.Actual Costs Actual Costs X.COMMERCIAL FILMING PERMITS
A. USE FEES

1. Public Streets and Right-of Ways
a. Videos/Travel/Documentary/Still Photography/Industrial Commercials Per Day $228.75 b. Television Series/Movies/Pilot and Feature Films Per Day $343.12 c. All other uses Per Day $114.38

2. Civic Facilities, Parks, and Special Use Areas (For all uses) Per Hour $57.18 B. SUPPORT SERVICES FEES
C. DEPOSIT Deposit $1,000.00
For events sponsored by a non-profit organization that is not classified as a high-impact event.

Fees for use of overtime personnel shall be calculated at the top step prevailing overtime rate for the classification(s) utilized plus a 25% administrative overhead fee.

All businesses shall submit a refundable deposit at the time fees are due and payable to cover any unanticipated support services fees, property damage repair, etc.

For events open to the general public, sponsored by a non-profit organization, not for fundraising purposes, where no registration or admission fee is charged, no donations or contributions are solicited, or where no money exchanges hands.

For events sponsored by a non-profit organization that is classified as high-impact event. A high-impact event meets two or more of the following criteria: 1) being held for the first time; 2) expected to draw more than 500 participants; 3) held on a recurring basis; 4) requiring the support of 2 or more City departments; 5) following a route with a different start and finish; 6) requiring a street closure; or 7) requiring interagency coordination.

For events sponsored by a for-profit organization that is not classified as a high-impact event.

For events sponsored by a for-profit organization that is classified as a high-impact event.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Filming fees shall apply to commercial businesses desiring to film on public streets, right of ways or within city owned facilities, including parks, civic facilities and buildings or special use areas, such as Poplar Creek Golf Course. Prior to the granting of a permit, all businesses shall comply with all applicable policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, evidence of insurance, permits and licenses, and appropriate hold harmless language.

Any filming use that requires any of the following, shall be billed in accordance with the guidelines outlined within the Special Community Events Permit Fee section, Category C designation; i.e. for-profit businesses or non-tax exempt organizations:

Fees for use of City equipment, consumable supplies, preparation of specialized logistic plans, specialized contracted services and on-duty personnel will be billed at cost, plus a 25% administrative overhead fee.

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Chapter 3.64
FEES
Sections:

3.64 .010 Fees.

3.64.020 Penalties & Interest

3.64.030 Fees for Code Enforcement

3.64.010 - FEES
.

Prior to submittal of the annual budget, the City Manager shall submit to the City Council the fees proposed for the next fiscal year. The prior year’s fees shall continue if the City Manager does not submit new proposed fees. If the proposed fees do not represent a percentage increase exceeding the percentage increase for the preceding twelve (12) month period as shown by the San Francisco Bay Area Consumer Price Index of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, United States Department of Labor, under the heading All Items, or any index substituted by the Department of Labor therefor, the proposed fees shall become effective on the following July 1, unless a different date is set forth in the submission, provided however that the Council may amend the fees before the effective date. If the proposed fees represent a percentage increase exceeding the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index, they must be approved by the Council before becoming effective. Notwithstanding the above, the Council may amend any fee at any time. (Ord. 1994-12 § 1, 1994; Ord. 1989-8 § 1, 1989; Ord. 1986-26 § 1, 1986).

3.64.020 - PENA
LTIES AND INTEREST.

Any fee imposed by this chapter shall be due and payable within thirty days after the bill is mailed by the City. The fees shall be delinquent if not paid within said thirty days. Any person who fails to remit any fee within the time required shall pay a penalty of ten percent of the amount due, per month to a maximum of three months, plus interest at the rate of 1-1/2 percent per month, or fraction thereof, computed from the delinquent date of the fee until and including the date of payment. (Ord. 1989-8 § 1, 1989).

3.64.030 - FEES F
OR CODE ENFORCEMENT.
(a) Nuisances. The Council is authorized to adopt fees for administrative costs incurred in the enforcement of Title 7. No fee shall be charged if a property owner or agent abates the nuisance or violation within thirty (30) days after first notification of the violation is mailed by the City. (b) Other Violations. The City shall be authorized to adopt fees for costs incurred in the enforcement of Municipal Code violations which result in a requirement for a planning application or building permit, if such application is made or permit applied for more than thirty days after notification of the violation is mailed. (Ord. 1990-5 § 4, 1990; Ord. 1989-8 § 1, 1989).

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UNIT FEE
I.

A.WASTEWATER CAPACITY CHARGE

1. Residential
Class A represents all residential uses, a biological oxygen demand of 200mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200mg/L
a. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38
b. Multi-family
i. Studio & 1 bedroom Per Dwelling Unit $5,878.60
ii. 2 bedroom Per Dwelling Unit $9,798.46
iii. 3+ bedroom Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38
c. Hotels or motels Per Room/Apartment $5,878.60
d. Board or lodging houses Per Bedroom $5,878.60
e. Accessory Dwelling Unit Per Square Foot $5.87

2. Commercial/Institutional
The capacity charge for commercial/institutional uses is based on water meter size and wastewater class. *see footnote below for class explanation*
a. Meter size of up to 3/4 inch
i. Class B Per Meter $11,758.38
ii. Class C Per Meter $12,595.17
iii. Class D Per Meter $13,872.06
b. Meter size of 1 inch
i. Class B Per Meter $19,596.92
ii. Class C Per Meter $20,991.17
iii. Class D Per Meter $23,120.09
c. Meter size of 1 and 1/2 inch
i. Class B Per Meter $39,193.85
ii. Class C Per Meter $41,983.51
iii. Class D Per Meter $46,240.19
d. Meter size of 2 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $62,709.45
ii. Class C Per Meter $67,172.68
iii. Class D Per Meter $73,984.30
e. Meter size of 3 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $117,580.36
ii. Class C Per Meter $125,949.36
iii. Class D Per Meter $138,719.39
f. Meter size of 4 inches
i. Class B $195,966.86
ii. Class C Per Meter $209,915.21
iii. Class D Per Meter $231,199.78
g. Meter size of 6 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $391,933.72
ii. Class C Per Meter $419,831.57
iii. Class D Per Meter $462,399.55
h. Meter size of 8 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $627,093.25
ii. Class C Per Meter $671,730.29
iii. Class D Per Meter $739,839.50

3. Industrial
The capacity charge for industrial uses is based on estimated wastewater flow and strength. a. Flow Per Gallon Per Day $91.01
b. Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) Per Pound Per Day $2,198.78 c. Suspended Solids (SS) Per Pound Per Day $1,982.60

IMPACT, IN-LIEU, AND LINKAGE FEES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

DEVELOPMENT FEES
*Wastewater Class Thresholds
●Class B represents standard strength, a biological oxygen demand of 200 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200 mg/L ●Class C represents moderate strength, a biological oxygen demand of 400 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 400 mg/L ●Class D represents high strength, a biological oxygen demand of 800 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 600 mg/L

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UNIT FEE

IMPACT, IN-LIEU, AND LINKAGE FEES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT FEESI.

B.TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FEE

1. Residential
a. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $7,339.55
b. Multi-family Per Dwelling Unit $3,706.73

Per Tree $845.00
A. Single Family $29,971.00
Multi-family 2-4 Units $29,461.00
Multi-family 5+ Units $21,408.00
IV. CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT FEE
A. Residential

1. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $4,677.29

2. Multi-family Per Dwelling Unit $3,373.46
B. Commercial

1. Retail Per Sq. Ft. $0.39

2. Office Per Sq. Ft. $0.67

3. Industrial Per Sq. Ft. $0.22

4. Hotel Per Sq. Ft. $0.14
V. COMMERCIAL LINKAGE FEE
(City Council adopted September 16, 2016 - effective November 16, 2016) New commercial construction in excess of 5,000 sq. ft.

Exempts public uses such as hospitals, nonprofit and government facilities, churches, schools and child care centers. Developers who enter written agreements to pay area standard wages to all construction workers on the project are entitled to a 25% reduction of the fee. Additionally, developers may provide construction of affordable housing units in lieu of the fee payment.

A. HOTELS Per Sq. Ft. $13.11
B. RETAIL, RESTAURANTS, AND SERVICES Per Sq. Ft. $6.55
C.OFFICE, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT USES, AND MEDICAL OFFICES Per Sq. Ft. $32.76 VI.

A. In Lieu Fees for Fractional Units

1. Rental

0.1 Housing Unit $34,255.00

0.2 Housing Unit $68,509.00

0.3 Housing Unit $102,764.00

0.4 Housing Unit $137,018.00

2. Owner

0.1 Housing Unit $31,438.00

0.2 Housing Unit $62,875.00

0.3 Housing Unit $94,312.00

0.4 Housing Unit $125,749.00
B. In Lieu Fee for Projects Less than 11 Units

1. Rental
5 Unit Project $171,273.00
6 Unit Project $205,527.00
7 Unit Project $239,782.00
8 Unit Project $274,037.00
9 Unit Project $308,291.00
10 Unit Project $342,545.00

2. Owner
5 Unit Project $157,187.00
6 Unit Project $188,624.00
7 Unit Project $220,062.00
8 Unit Project $251,498.00
9 Unit Project $282,936.00
10 Unit Project $314,373.00

PARK AND LANDSCAPE RESOURCES

PARK IN-LIEU FEE / PARK IMPACT FEE FOR RESIDENTIAL PLANNING APPLICATION

PROJECTS INVOLVING PARCEL MAPS, SUBDIVISION AND OTHER MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS.

Tree Replacement Cost (24" Box Tree)

BELOW MARKET RATE HOUSING FEE
A fee in lieu of constructing affordable housing units onsite per Below Market Rate program:

ART IN PUBLIC PLACE FEE
The fee is applicable to commercial and multi-family residential projects exceeding three (3) million dollars in total building valuation, excluding land acquisition and off-site improvement costs.

CENTRAL PARKING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT IN-LIEU FEE
DEVELOPMENT FEES (continued)

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Proposed
Comprehensive Fee Schedule
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

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Finance…………………………………………...………………………...……....….5.1
Information Technology………………………………………………………….....…6.1
Customers using credit/debit cards to pay for services will be charged a service fee payable to the City's merchant service provider at the rate of 2.6%+ in addition to the cost of services. The credit card service fee will be reflected as a separate transaction on your credit card statement. As an alternative, checks and money orders are acceptable by mail or cash, check, e-check and money orders in person at City facilities.

Public Works……………………………………………………………………...........9.1
Penalties & Interest……………………………………………………………...…....10.1 Impact, In-lieu, and Linkage Fees…………………………………………....…...…..11.1

CITY OF SAN MATEO

COMPREHENSIVE FEE SCHEDULE
Table of Contents
Parks & Recreation…………………………………………………………….........…7.1
Police……………………………………………………………………….…….....…8.1
Library……………………………………………………………………………........6.1
City Clerk's……………………………………………………………………….....1.1
Community Development
Building…………………...…………..……..…...………………..…....2.1
Code Enforcement………………………………………...………….....3.1
Planning………………...…………..………..…...……………...….…..4.1

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UNIT FEE
I. ELECTION DOCUMENT COPIES Per Page $0.10
II. PHOTOCOPIES Per Page $0.15
III. OUTSIDE SERVICES
Reproductions not performed by City (maps, photos, etc.). Per Reproduction Actual Costs IV. CERTIFICATIONS Each $1.50
V. APPEALS to the City Council of a decision by the Planning Commission, Community Relations Commission, Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission, or Hearing Officer. Each Appeal $580.00 $565.00 VI.CAMPAIGN SIGN COLLECTION FEE Per Pickup $60.00
VII. INITIATIVE FILING FEE Each $200.00

CITY CLERK

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

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UNIT FEE
I.

A. % of Building Permit Fee 70%
B. % of Building Permit Fee 75%
C. % of Building Permit Fee 65%
D. 50% of New Construction
ADU permit fee.
$1,455.43
II.

Valuation $288.95
Valuation $288.95
(for 1st $500) $12.84 for each add'l $100 or fraction
thereof
Valuation $500.86
(for 1st $2,000) $22.33 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $1,065.98
(for 1st $25,000) $28.48 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $1,849.38
(for 1st $50,000) $21.94 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $3,056.64
(for 1st $100,000) $14.16 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $5,394.10
(for 1st $250,000) $7.75 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $7,526.03
(for 1st $500,000) $6.96 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $11,353.31
(for 1st $1,000,000) $3.48 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$500,001 to $1,000,000
$250,001.00 - $500,000
$1,000,001 and Over

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEES
$1.00 - $500.00
$2,001.00 - $25,000.00
$50,001.00 - $100,000.00
$100,001.00 - $250,000.00

BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION FEES
$25,001.00 - $50,000.00

SINGLE FAMILY/DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL PLAN
REVIEW

COMMERCIAL BUILDING PLAN REVIEW

MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PLAN
REVIEW

SINGLE FAMILY/DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL PERMIT

AND INSPECTION
$501.00 - $2,000.00
AB-1332 Plan review to add ADU Plans to Pre-Approved
ADU Gallery

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEESII.

Valuation $288.95
Valuation $288.95
(for 1st $500) $12.84 for each add'l $100 or fraction
thereof
Valuation $500.86
(for 1st $2,000) $30.96 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $1,284.27
(for 1st $25,000) $25.68 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $1,990.66
(for 1st $50,000) $29.65 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $3,621.74
(for 1st $100,000) $8.87 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $7,526.03
(for 1st $500,000) $10.55 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $13,331.17
(for 1st $1,00,000) $1.64 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $20,549.09
(for 1st $5,000,000) $2.60 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $34,830.84
(for 1st $10,000,000) $1.39 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $57,743.26
(for 1st $25,000,000) $1.04 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $86,306.76
(for 1st $50,000,000) $1.04 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $114,870.26
(for 1st $75,000,000) $0.52 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
$50,000.01 - $100,000.00
$100,000.01 - $500,000.00
$500,000.01 - $1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.01 - $5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.01 - $10,000,000.00

COMMERCIAL BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION
$501.00 - $2,000.00
$2,001.00 - $25,000.00
$1.00 - $500.00
$25,000.01 - $50,000.00
BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION FEES (continued)
$10,000,000.01 - $25,000,000.00
$25,000,000.01 - $50,000,000.00
$50,000,000.01 - $75,000,000.00
$75,000,000.01 and Over

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UNIT FEE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEESII.

Valuation $288.95
Valuation $288.95
(for 1st $500) $12.84 for each add'l $100 or fraction
thereof
Valuation $500.86
(for 1st $2,000) $30.96 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $1,284.27
(for 1st $25,000) $25.68 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $1,990.66
(for 1st $50,000) $29.65 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $3,621.74
(for 1st $100,000) $8.87 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $7,526.03
(for 1st $500,000) $10.55 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $13,331.17
(for 1st $1,00,000) $3.57 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $29,025.69
(for 1st $5,000,000) $5.16 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $57,435.12
(for 1st $10,000,000) $1.73 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $85,998.63
(for 1st $25,000,000) $1.55 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $128,689.81
(for 1st $50,000,000) $1.04 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
Valuation $157,253.30
(for 1st $75,000,000) $0.52 for each add'l $1,000 or
fraction thereof
NOTE: Valuation shall be determined based upon the International Code Council's most recently published Building Valuation Table with a regional cost modifier of 2.93. The project valuation will be inclusive of all trades - Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing. Prior to permit issuance, the Building Official may adjust the plan checking/permit fee for an individual project when costs to the City are not congruent with this fee schedule.

BUILDING PERMIT AND INSPECTION FEES (continued)

MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMT

AND INSPECTION
$1.00 - $500.00
$501.00 - $2,000.00
$2,001.00 - $25,000.00
$25,000.01 - $50,000.00
$50,000.01 - $100,000.00
$100,000.01 - $500,000.00
$500,000.01 - $1,000,000.00
$1,000,000.01 - $5,000,000.00
$5,000,000.01 - $10,000,000.00
$10,000,000.01 - $25,000,000.00
$25,000,000.01 - $50,000,000.00
$50,000,000.01 - $75,000,000.00
$75,000,000.01 and Over

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UNIT FEE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEESIII.

1. Commercial and Multi-Residential
0 -10,000 Square FeetPer Occurrence *See Note Below
10,001-35,000 Square FeetPer Occurrence *See Note Below 35,001-75,000 Square FeetPer Occurrence *See Note Below 75,001-120,000 Square FeetPer Occurrence *See Note Below Over 120,000 Square Feet Per Hour *See Note Below

2. Single Family and Duplex Plan Review
0-10,000 Square Feet Per Occurrence *See Note Below
B. Fee 10% of Building Permit Fee, with a minimum fee of $210
C. Fee 25% of Building Permit Fee, with a minimum fee of $215

1. Commercial % of Building Permit Fee 25%

2. Multifamily Residential % of Building Permit Fee 25%

3. Mixed-Use % of Building Permit Fee 25%
D. Hourly Rate Please refer to Building, Fire , Public Works, and Planning Hourly Rate
E. Fee / Actual Cost Actual Cost for all City Departments for additional identical and mirror image plan checks where
applicable codes have not changed.

F.
a. Park and Recreation Tax on Residential Building
Permits
Per $100 Valuation on
Building Permit App.
$0.30
a. Consultants for specialized plan checking and
inspection services or to expedite plan checking and
inspection services
Fee is per Consultant's rate
b. Reimburse cost of staff or consultant time spent in
plan check or inspection services. Park Plan Check and Inspection Services on Building Permits. Fee to be
collected at time of Building Permit application. After payment of fees, Permittee may apply for an exemption
for projects having no Park Plan Check or Inspection
Requirements.

Building Valuation on Those
Building Permits Whose
Valuation is Over $5,000

0.05%
G. Construction Valuation of
All Projects

0.59% of valuation
H. Fee 13 mills/$1,000 valuation
Residential (Minimum $0.50)
28 mills/$1,000 valuation
Non-Residential. (Minimum $0.50)
I. Fee $1/$25,000 valuation
J. Percentage 0.15% of valuation
K All Required Permits Minimum of 100% of all *applicable building permit fees
L. Per Occurance $ 282.78

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED PLAN REVIEW & BUILDING

PERMIT FEES

FIRE PLAN CHECK
*These fees are collected on behalf of the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department. The current fee charged may be higher than those listed. Please see the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department's fee schedule for current fees that will be collected by the City of San Mateo on behalf of San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department at: smcfire.org/i-want-to

PLANNING SUPPORT FEE (PLAN

CHECK/INSPECTION)
(Fee covers initial review and 2 resubmittals) The fee will be charged for all projects which require a planning application, for new single-family homes and duplexes, and for any other permit application that requires review by the Planning Division.

ADDITIONAL PLAN REVIEW FEES FOR PROJECTS
REVIEWED 4TH REVIEW AND BEYOND

PLAN CHECK FEES FOR IDENTICAL AND MIRROR

IMAGE PLANS

PARKS AND RECREATION FEES

1. Park and Landscape Resources

2. Development Project Review Fee

PUBLIC WORKS SUPPORT FEE
(Fee covers initial review and two resubmittals)
The fee will be charged for all projects related to approved commercial, multifamily, residential, or mixed-use Planning Applications.

GENERAL PLAN MAINTENANCE FEE

STATE TAX
Strong motion instrumentation and seismic hazard mapping (Fee set by State of California).

BUILDING STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION SPECIAL

REVOLVING FUND

TECHNOLOGY FEE

VIOLATION OF STOP WORK ORDER

CONSTRUCTION WITHOUT A PERMIT
Penalty incurred when any construction is performed without a permit.
*NOTE: The Building Official may adjust the construction valuation related to the scope of work performed without a permit.

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEESIV.

A. Per Hr (Min. 2 Hours) $282.78
B. Per Hr (Min. 1 Hour) $282.78
C. Per Hr
(Min. 1/2 Hour)
$294.87
D. Per Reactivation $176.04
E. Per Hour $244.27
F. Each $644.77
G. Each $907.73
H. $217.85
I. Per Permit $100.00*
J. Each $905.00
K.

1. Single Family Dwellings/Duplex's Flat Fee $539.14

2. Multi-Family, Mixed Use/Commercial
0-5,000 Sq Ft Flat Fee $539.14
Over 5,000 Sq Ft Flat Fee $962.75
L.

1. Bathroom or Kitchen Remodels - Per RemodelEach Combination Permit $719.58 M. Flat Fee $430.21
N. Flat Fee $642.56
O. Each $648.06
P.

Each $2,831.57
Each $2,031.12
Each $1,455.43
Q. Each $1,454.02
MISC. INSPECTIONS AND FEES
Applicable to building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits.

INSPECTIONS OUTSIDE OF NORMAL BUINESS
HOURS

REINSPECTION FEE

PLAN REVIEW REQUIRED BY CHANGES, ADDITIONS

OR REVISIONS TO APPROVED PLANS, OR MORE

THAN TWO RECHECKS
REACTIVIATION FEE FOR EXPIRED PERMITS (Use
50% of original permit fee if permit fee is less than the reactivation fee)

APPLICATION FOR DEMOLITION OF RESIDENTIAL

UNITS WHICH HAVE BEEN DECLARED A PUBLIC

NUISANCE OR WHICH ARE BEING DEMOLISHED ON

APPROVAL OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL UNDER
SECTION 23.06.100.

APPLICATION FOR ALTERNATE MATERIALS AND

CODE INTERPRETATIONS

PERMITS FOR SMALL ANIMAL & FOWL

RE-ROOF'S

COMBINATION BUILDING, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL,

AND MECHANICAL PERMITS FOR MINOR
RESIDENTIAL REMODELS:

HARDSHIP WAIVER FOR DISABLED ACCESS

REQUIREMENTS

WINDOW REPLACEMENTS FOR SINGLE FAMILY
AND DUPLEX (same location, same size, 5 maximum)

WINDOW REPLACEMENTS FOR SINGLE FAMILY
AND DUPLEX (same location, same size, more than 5)

PROTECTED TREE REMOVAL PERMIT
ADDRESS ASSIGNMENT FEE to be charged when
assignment is not required as a conditioin of construction; charge for non-essential address changes only
See Parks & rec section page 8 for other costs VII. PARK

AND LANDSCAPE RESOURCES

CALIFORNIA'S EARTHQUAKE BRACE AND BOLT

RETROFIT PROGRAM

ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS

JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Remodel
New Construction
Eligible Manufacture, Pre-Fab, or Pre-Approved

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEESIV.

R. Flat Fee $450.00
S.

1. Single Family Dwellings Each Combination Permit $450.00

2. Multi-family Buildings
Up to 15 kW Each $450.00
16 kW and up Each $465.00
+ $15.00 for each additional kW

3. Commercial Buildings
Up to 50 kW Each $1,000.00
51 kW to 250 kW Each $1,007.00
+ $7.00 for each additional kW up to 250 kW
251 kW and up Each $2,405.00
+ $5.00 for each additional kW over 250 kW
T.

1. Single Family Dwellings Each Combination Permit $450.00

2. Multi-family Buildings
Up to 15 kWth Each $450.00
16 kWth and up Each $450.00
+ $15.00 for each additional kW

3. Commercial Buildings
Up to 30 kWth Each $1,000.00
31 kWth to 260 kWth Each $1,007.00
+ $7.00 for each additional kWth up to 260 kWth
261 kWth and up Each $2,615.00
+ $5.00 for each additional kWth over 260 kWth
U.

1. Single Family Dwellings & Duplexes Each $213.45

2. Multi-Family/Commercial (Level I/II)
1-6 Stations Flat Fee $600.76
7+ Stations Flat Fee $1,129.99
Multi-Family/Commercial (Level III)
1-6 Stations Each $981.45
7+ Stations Each $1,464.47
V. Each $481.92
W. Each $240.96
V. ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEES
A. RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEE Each $289.37
B. COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL PERMIT FEE Each $1,245.52
C. Sq Ft. $0.24
D. Sq Ft. $924.24
E. Each $289.37

TEMPORARY CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY

CREATE A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY WHEN

ONE DOES NOT EXIST OR IS NOT REQUIRED BY
CODE = 50% OF TCO FEE
COMMERCIAL TENANT IMPROVEMENTS:

ELECTRICAL WORK ONLY

TEMPORARY ELECTRICAL POWER POLE
MISC. INSPECTIONS AND FEES (continued)
Applicable to building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits.

SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS (Fee set by State of California
AB-1124; sunsets 1/1/2025)
SOLAR THERMAL SYSTEMS (Fee set by State of
California AB-1124; sunsets 1/1/2025)

ELECTRICAL VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
NEW ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS ONLY (Fee set by
State of California AB-1124; sunsets 1/1/2025)

ELECTRICAL REWIRING FOR SFR AND DUPLEX

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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILDING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW FEESVI. MECHANICAL PERMIT FEES
A. RESIDENTIAL MECHANICAL PERMIT FEE Each $289.37
B. COMMERCIAL MECHANICAL PERMIT FEE Each $962.75
C. Sq Ft. $0.24
D. Each $828.51
VII. PLUMBING PERMIT FEES
A. RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING PERMIT FEE Each $289.37
B. COMMERCIAL PLUMBING PERMIT FEE Each $962.75
C. Sq Ft. $0.24
D. TANKLESS WATER HEATER Each $507.23
E. Each $924.24
F. Each $145.00
VIII. SIGN PERMIT FEES**
Permit fee determined by Commercial Valuation Table
Each $217.85
IX. CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT FEE Per Sq. Ft.

Per Dwelling Unit $4,677.29
Per Dwelling Unit $3,373.46
B.

Per Sq. Ft. $0.39
Per Sq. Ft. $0.67
Per Sq. Ft. $0.22
Per Sq. Ft. $0.14
X.

A. Per Sq. Ft. $13.11
B. Per Sq. Ft. $6.55
C. Per Sq. Ft. $32.76
XI. Each 1.19% of valuation

HVAC INSTALLATIONS (RELOCATIONS AND NEW

INSTALLATIONS FOR SFR AND DUPLEX)
COMMERCIAL TENANT IMPROVEMENTS:

PLUMBING WORK ONLY
COMMERCIAL TENANT IMPROVEMENTS:

MECHANICAL WORK ONLY

RETAIL, RESTAURANTS, AND SERVICES

OFFICE, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT USES, AND

MEDICAL OFFICES

2. Multi-family

3. Industrial

4. Hotel

COMMERCIAL LINKAGE FEE
(City Council adopted September 16, 2016 - effective November 16, 2016)
New commercial construction in excess of 5,000
Exempts public uses such as hospitals, nonprofit and government facilities, churches, schools and child care centers. Developers who enter written agreements to pay area standard wages to all construction workers on the project are entitled to a 25% reduction of the fee. Additionally, developers may provide construction of affordable housing units in lieu of the fee payment.

REPIPE FOR WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS FOR SFR

AND DUPLEX

RESIDENTIAL HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER
Residential

1. Single-family

2. Office

1. Retail
Commercial
All permanent signs
Temporary Banner (30-day)
**PENALTY: When a sign permit is required and a sign is installed prior to obtaining a permit, a double fee shall be charged.

HOTELS

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UNIT
I.

1. First Citation $100.00
If not Abated, Second Citation $200.00
If not Abated, Third Citation $500.00
II. First Citation $200.00
If not Abated, Second Citation $300.00
If not Abated, Third Citation $500.00
III. Each Case Actual Cost *
IV. Each Appeal $580.00 $565.00
V. Each Inspection $100.00ABATEMENT ORDER VIOLATION CORRECTION RE-INSPECTION FEE

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

CODE ENFORCEMENT

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES FEE

NUISANCE ABATEMENT FEES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE SMMC

WHICH ARE SUBJECT TO ADMINISTRATIVE CITATION PER
SMMC 1.10.

Violations of the SMMC Administrative Citation Ordinance which have been abated within 10 days of service and verified by the Code Enforcement Division have a reduced fee.

NUISANCE ABATEMENT FEES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE SAME
SMMC SECTION WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF INITIAL CITATION
VIOLATIONS OF THE SMMC REQUIRING 1) ORDER OF
ABATEMENT, 2) AN INSPECTION OF SEIZURE WARRANT, 3) A

POSTING OF AN ORDER DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY AS
UNSAGE TO OCCUPY, 4) THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE CIVIL
LITIGATION PROCEEDINGS OR 5) SUMMARY ABATEMENT OF
HAZARDS.*Actual Cost includes all costs of abatement, including, but not limited to: code enforcement staff, and associated indirect costs, such as labor, equipment, private contractor, materials, materials storage, and all other costs reasonable and necessary to abate the nuisance.

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CHARGE TYPE FEE OR INITIAL DEPOSIT
I. PLANNING APPLICATIONS
A. PLANNING APPLICATION(S)- ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

DECISION (SINGLE FAMILY ONLY OR CERTIFICATE OF

PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY - ALCOHOLIC

BEVERAGES)
Initial Deposit $4,000.00
B. PLANNING APPLICATION(S)- ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
DECISION (OTHER THAN SINGLE FAMILY OR PCNs,
INCLUDES SB330 PRELIMINARY APPLICATIONS)
Initial Deposit $6,000.00
C. PLANNING APPLICATION(S)- PLANNING COMMISSION

DECISION - IF NO PRE-APPLICATION REQUIRED
Initial Deposit $10,000.00
D. PLANNING APPLICATION(S)- PLANNING COMMISSION

DECISION - IF PRE-APPLICATION REQUIRED
Initial Deposit $50,000.00
E. PLANNING APPLICATION(S)- PLANNING COMMISSION &

CITY COUNCIL DECISION
Initial Deposit $100,000.00
F. FENCE EXCEPTION SPAR PLANNING APPLICATIONInitial Deposit $2,000.00 G. SPECIAL USE PERMIT - DAY CARE FACILITIES Flat fee $2,000.00 H. ANNUAL REVIEW OF DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTInitial Deposit $4,500.00 I. DESIGN REVIEW BY CONSULTING ARCHITECT (required for
projects with 6+ units, 10,000+ SF non-residential; or other projects as determined by City Resolution)
Initial Deposit $5,000.00
J. LARGE PROJECT PRE-APPLICATION Initial Deposit $25,000.00 K. INFORMATIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING (PRE-

APPLICATION) PUBLIC NOTICE LIST PREPARATION
Flat Fee $500.00
L. MODIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PLANNING APPLICATIONS-

ZONING ADMINISTRATOR DECISION
Initial Deposit $3,000.00
M.MODIFICATIONS OF APPROVED PLANNING APPLICATIONS-

PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION
Initial Deposit $10,000.00
N. ZONING VERIFICATION REQUESTS Flat fee $825.00
O. GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE REQUESTS Flat fee $1,650.00 II. ENVIRONMENTAL CLEARANCE (CEQA) PROCESSING
A. CATEGORICAL OR STATUTORY EXEMPTION (Excluding
Single Family and PCNs)
Initial Deposit $500.00
B. INITIAL STUDY/NEGATIVE DECLARATION Initial Deposit $5,000.00 C. INITIAL STUDY/EIR Initial Deposit $10,000.00
D. MANDATED FEDERAL, STATE OR COUNTY FEES (e.g., Fish
& Game CEQA Fee; Fish & Game Code §711.4; Negative
Declaration; EIR)
As Mandated by State N/A
III. CITY STAFF TIME
Planning Staff Hourly Rate $275.00
All City departments reviewing a planning application. Hourly Rate Actual Cost if no rate specified IV. MONITORING OF REQUIRED MITIGATION MEASUREInitial Deposit for Staff time
Determined for each project.

V. INVESTIGATION
FEE for properties with code violations before or after planning approval.

Hourly Rate $275.00
VI. RESEARCH FEE
A. RETRIEVAL OF OFF-SITE PLANNING APPLICATION

RECORDS
Flat Fee $180.20
B. RESEARCH REQUIRING EXTENSIVE STAFF TIMEHourly Rate $275.00 C. POST PLANNING APPLICATION PROJECT CONSULTATIONHourly Rate $275.00 VII.APPEALS
A. APPEAL FEE - ALL PLANNING APPLICATIONS Flat Fee $580.00 $565.00 VIII.LANDSCAPE UNIT IN-LIEU FEES Per Landscape Unit $357.07

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

PLANNING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

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CHARGE TYPE FEE OR INITIAL DEPOSIT

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

PLANNING DIVISION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
IX. SUBORDINATION PROCESSING FEE
Applies to requests to allow City Housing Program loans to subordinate to new mortgage lenders in conjunction with refinances.Per Loan $250.00 X.

A. Below Market Rate Unit Annual Monitoring Fee
Applies to BMR units in market rate housing developmentsPer Unit $100.00 B. Below Market Rate Research Fee
Applies to research requiring extensive housing staff timePer Hour $275.00 XI.

A. In Lieu Fees for Fractional Units

1. Rental

0.1 Housing Unit $34,255.00

0.2 Housing Unit $68,509.00

0.3 Housing Unit $102,764.00

0.4 Housing Unit $137,018.00

2. Owner

0.1 Housing Unit $31,438.00

0.2 Housing Unit $62,875.00

0.3 Housing Unit $94,312.00

0.4 Housing Unit $125,749.00
B. In Lieu Fee for Projects Less than 11 Units

1. Rental
5 Unit Project $171,273.00
6 Unit Project $205,527.00
7 Unit Project $239,782.00
8 Unit Project $274,037.00
9 Unit Project $308,291.00
10 Unit Project $342,545.00

2. Owner
5 Unit Project $157,187.00
6 Unit Project $188,624.00
7 Unit Project $220,062.00
8 Unit Project $251,498.00
9 Unit Project $282,936.00
10 Unit Project $314,373.00
XI. POLICIES RE: PLANNING FEES
A.

The cost for staff time expended by all city staff pursuant to a planning application shall be billed to the project account at the hourly rate in section III.

Under extenuating circumstances, the Community Development Director has the authority to set a deposit amount below the amount indicated in the fee schedule.
"Planning applications" include: site plan and architectural review; special use permit; temporary use permit; variance; site development permit; subdivision and parcel maps; reclassification; planned development; general plan amendment; specific plan amendment; code amendments regarding land use regulation; development agreements, downtown economic development permit; planned signing districts and freestanding signs over 8 feet in commercial districts, single family dwelling design review (SFDDR), mills act contract, historic building survey amendment, historic building demolition permit and other planning applications as set forth in Chapter 27 of the San Mateo Municipal Code.

BELOW MARKET RATE HOUSING FEE
A fee in lieu of constructing affordable housing units onsite per Below Market Rate program:

If the cost of the staff time spent on the application(s) is less than the amount of the deposit, the balance shall be refunded to the applicant.

If at any time before action is taken on an application, more than 70% of the deposit has been expended on the application, the applicant shall be required to pay an additional deposit.

No public hearing on a planning application shall be held unless all deposits requested have been fully paid. No application by an applicant shall be accepted as complete pursuant to title 27 of the San Mateo Municipal Code if that applicant has failed to pay amounts due and payable for another planning application.

The applicant is responsible for paying the costs of staff and consultant time incurred pursuant to any appeal.

The applicant shall pay the actual cost of any consultant services required to process a planning application including the environmental (CEQA) clearance processing.

BELOW MARKET RATE ADMIN FEES

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UNIT FEE
I.BUSINESS LICENSE LISTING Each Qtr. $32.00
I.RETURNED CHECK PROCESSING CHARGE
(Non-sufficient fund checks and other issues) Each $25.00 II.STATE MANDATED DISABILITY ACCESS FEE (SB 1186)
On each Business Tax application and renewal Each $4.00 III. COLLECTION REFERRAL CHARGE Each $25.00

FINANCE

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

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UNIT FEE
I.

A.GIS SERVICES Hour $91.00
Additional Time (Hourly) $91.00
B.HARDCOPY PLOTS OF CITY MAPS Each $16.75

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

GIS MAPPING / ELECTRONIC DATA FEES

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UNIT FEE
I. FINES
A. OVERDUE MATERIAL

1. Adult Materials Per Day & Per Item N/A

2. Juvenile Materials Per Day & Per Item N/A
No overdue fines for borrowers ages 19 & under

3. Technology Lending Devices Per Day & Per Item $1.00
a. Cleaning Fee for Devices Per Item $10.00
B. OVERDUE MAXIMUM FINE

1. Adult Per Item N/A

2. Juvenile Per Item N/A
C. LINK + SERVICE

1. Overdue materials Per Day & Per Item N/A

2. Overdue maximum fine Per Item N/A

3. Replacement charges Per Item $115.00
II.FEES
A. Per Item Price of material
+ processing fee of $5.00
B. COPY CHARGES

1. Photocopy machine
a. Black/white copies Per Copy $0.15

2. Computer printer copy
a. Black/white copies Per Page After 3 Pages $0.15
b. Microform reader-printer Per Copy $0.15
c. Color computer printer copy Per Copy $0.30
C. COMMUNITY MEETING ROOMS, MAIN LIBRARY

1. Oak Room and courtyard
a. Non profit/not for profit (business hours) $215.00 $210.00 for 1st 4 hours + $30 each additional hour
b. Non profit/not for profit (after hours) Per Hour $185.00 $180.00 c. Resident (business hours) Per Hour $150.00 $145.00
Resident (after hours) Per Hour $220.00 $215.00
d. Non-Resident (business hours) Per Hour $220.00 $215.00 Non-Resident (after hours) Per Hour $285.00 $280.00
e. San Mateo Business (business hours) Per Hour $220.00 $215.00 San Mateo Business (after hours) Per Hour $335.00 $325.00 f. Non San Mateo Business (business hours) Per Hour $335.00 $325.00 Non San Mateo Business (after hours) Per Hour $440.00 $430.00 g. Music recitals Per Use (Up to 3 Hours) $170.00 $165.00 h. Security/damage deposit Per Use $350.00

2. Laurel and Cedar Rooms
a. Non profit/not for profit (business hours) $120.00 $115.00 for 1st 4 hours + $20 each additional hour
b. Non profit/not for profit (after hours) Per Hour $110.00 c. Resident (business hours) Per Hour $110.00
Resident (after hours) Per Hour $220.00 $215.00
d. Non-Resident (business hours) Per Hour $150.00 $145.00 Non-Resident (after hours) Per Hour $255.00 $250.00
e. San Mateo Business (business hours) Per Hour $220.00 $215.00 San Mateo Business (after hours) Per Hour $335.00 $325.00 f. Non San Mateo Business (business hours) Per Hour $335.00 $325.00 Non San Mateo Business (after hours) Per Hour $440.00 $430.00 g. Security/damage deposit Per Use $255.00 $250.00

REPLACEMENT CHARGE FOR EACH ITEM LOST OR

DAMAGED

LIBRARY

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

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UNIT FEE

LIBRARY

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
II.FEES (continued)

3. Library computer training room
a. Non profit/not for profit Use of:
1 -10 computers 4 Hours (Minimum) $170.00 $215.00 per every 4 hrs 11 - 20 computers 4 Hours (Minimum) $210.00 $285.00 per every 4 hrs 21 – 26 computers 4 Hours (Minimum) $265.00 $365.00 per every 4 hrs b. Resident or Non-Resident Use of:
1 -10 computers 4 Hours (Minimum) $220.00 $215.00 per every 4 hrs 11 - 20 computers 4 Hours (Minimum) $290.00 $285.00 per every 4 hrs 21 – 26 computers 4 Hours (Minimum) $375.00 $365.00 per every 4 hrs c. Security/damage deposit Per Use $500.00
d. A/V Technician Use of:
1 - 10 computers Per Use $40.00
11 - 20 computers Per Use $80.00
21 – 26 computers Per Use $140.00 $135.00

4. Library – Other Areas
a. Other Library areas – fees to be determined on a case-by-case basis by City Librarian or designee
Per Hour/Per Area Up to $430.00 $420.00
b. Security/damage deposit Per Use Up to $500.00

5. Miscellaneous Meeting Room Fees
a. A/V Technician Per Use $40.00
A/V Technician – special projects Per Hour $60.00
b. Portable Stage rental:

Single stage (8’x6’x16”) Per Use $185.00 $180.00
Double stage (16’x6’x16”) Per Use $255.00 $250.00
c. Conference Phone rental Per Use $40.00
d. Piano tuning (special request) Each $215.00 $210.00
D. COMPUTER FILES STORAGE DEVICES

1. USB flash drive Each $15.00
E. MATERIAL RECOVERY FEE Per Account $10.00
F. LIBRARY LOGO REUSABLE BAGS Each $2.50
G.

1. One-time use fee per digital file for any medium
a. Personal/non profit use Each $20.00
b. For profit/commercial use Each $40.00
III.RESEARCH SERVICE
A. OBITUARY SEARCH SERVICE Each $20.00
Search for Non-San
Mateo County residents

USE FEES FOR PHOTOGRAPHS FROM DIGITAL ARCHIVES

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The following shall serve as the policy guidance for establishing a Recreation Activities Cost Recovery Plan, developing annual activity budgets, and establishing fees to be charged for recreation activities.

Policy Statement
The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department Financial Sustainability Strategy intends to create organizational resilience by way of logical, intentional, and thoughtful guidelines for investment and spending decisions. The strategy encourages revenue generation strategies and practices that are fair, equitable, and responsible.

In alignment with the City of San Mateo’s Strive San Mateo General Plan 2040 Parks and Recreation Department goal COS-9 - Provide stable and adequate operational and capital funding for the parks and recreation system, the Department’s financial sustainability plan seeks to balance community investment with financial discipline to insure long-term sustainability of the Department. This policy guides the allocation of City resources to allow for the most equitable benefit to the community.

Subsidy/Cost Recovery
Cost recovery refers to offsetting the costs (expenses) of delivering services by way of revenues generated from fees and charges, sponsorships, donations, grants, and other alternative revenue streams. Alternatively, subsidy represent a tax source into the City. It is granted by a governmental entity; typically to remove some type of burden and often considered to be in the overall interest of the public. It is also given to promote a social good or an economic policy.

For example, a cost recovery level of 75% simply means that for each dollar spent on a service, 75-cents are generated from a revenue source (i.e., fees) with the remaining 25-cents covered by subsidies (i.e., taxes).

Service Categories
The development of categories which include like services are important when it comes to justifiable and equitable allocation of subsidy, cost recovery levels, and assignment of budget and general ledger lines to account for a category’s fiscal performance.

The benefits of this type of approach are two-fold. First, it is inefficient for the Department to determine cost recovery expectations by each individual service including facility, activity, or event. Secondly, categorizing by “type of service” or “likeness of service” discourages attempts to determine fees and charges (and therefore cost recovery decisions) based upon special interests, age-based services, or individual values.

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San Mateo Parks and Recreation provides many services annually to the community. The following Service Categories represent the Department’s service menu and include Service Category definitions as well as example services.

Upon completion of a 12-month fiscal period, the City identified subsidy levels for each of the service categories.

Those subsidy percentages, or investment choices, are listed next to each of the service categories.)

1. Parks and Facilities - Access to parks, park amenities, and recreation facilities for all community members.

Examples: City of San Mateo Parks such as Casanova, Beresford Park, and Trinta.(95-100%)

2. Human Services - Services designed to support independence and community connection by providing or linking resources for those in need. Examples: Senior Transportation Services, Senior Lunch Services, Community Lectures. (90-100%)

3. City-Wide Events - Large-scale events appealing to a broad community segment regardless of age, ability, or family composition. These intensive events typically occur annually. Examples: Summer Concert Series, Fourth of July, Movies in the Park, Winter Wonderland. (75-100%)

4. Child Care - In-house childcare facilitated by City staff. Examples: Summer Camps, Afterschool Care, Care on No-School Days. (40-70%)

5. Beginner Activities - Classes, clinics, workshops, and other led/instructed activities aimed at acquiring or learning a new skill. Examples: Beginning Dance, Fitness, Swim Lessons. (25-50%)

6. Drop-In Activities - Self-directed activities that do not require registration or instruction but include supervision or oversight by staff and/or volunteers. Examples: Rec Lap Swim, Open Gym, Games, Crafts, Senior Movies.(25-50%)

7. Camps Contracted - Camps operated by third parties during school breaks, providing specialized enrichment for children. Examples: Science/Tech Camps, Musical Theater Camps, Dance Camps, Athletic Camps, Art Camps. (0-20%)

8. Competitive Activities - Organized competitive leagues without guided instruction. Examples: Adult Softball, Adult Volleyball.(0-20%)

9. Advanced Activities - Classes, clinics, workshops, and other led/instructed activities designed to advance or master a skill. Examples: Advanced Athletic Classes, Advanced Martial Art, Advanced Art. (0-20%)

10. Rentals - Reservable outdoor/indoor spaces and facilities available for exclusive use by individuals or groups.

Examples: Recreation/Community Center Rooms, Sports Fields, Picnic Areas. (0-20%)

11. Private/Semi-Private Activities - Individualized classes, clinics, workshops, and other led/instructed activities offered in a private or semi-private setting to meet specific needs, interests or skill sets. Examples: Private Music Lessons, Tech Tutoring, Private Swim Lessons. (0-20%) Note: Service Categories listed above are in order from those perceived to be Common Good Services (#1) to those seen as providing a more Exclusive Benefit Services (#11) as ranked by Department staff as well as San Mateo Parks and Recreation Commission representatives.

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Appendix: Financial Sustainability Model

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UNIT FEES EFFECTIVE
THROUGH 12/31/26 25

FEES EFFECTIVE
1/1/27 26
I. FACILITY RENTAL FEES
A.

Small Picnic Area (up to 30)
Beresford Park
Areas 1 or 3 Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Bocce Court Tables Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Indian Springs Park Per Use $75.00 $77.00
King Park Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Lakeshore Park Area 1, 2 or 3 Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Laurelwood Park Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Laurie Meadows Park Area 1 or 2 Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Paddock Park Per Use $75.00 $77.00
Medium Picnic Area (31-60)
Beresford Park Area 2 Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Casanova Park Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Central Park Area 2, 3, or 4 Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Joinville Park Area 1, 2 or 3 Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Los Prados Park Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Parkside Aquatic Park Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Ryder Park Area 1, or 2 Per Use $98.00 $100.00
Large Picnic Area (61+)
Central Park Area 1 Per Use $205.00 $210.00
Shoreview Park Per Use $205.00 $210.00
Beresford Park Shelter Per Use $246.00 $210.00
Picnic Cancellation Fee
At least 10 working days prior to the permit date Per Use $20.00 $20.00 Less than 10 working days prior to the permit date Per Use Total Fees Charged Become Non-refundable
Total Fees Charged
Become Non-
refundable
Picnic Re-scheduling Fee Per Use $20.00 $20.00
Picnic Jumper Fee Per Use $29.00 $30.00
Picnic Catering Services Vendor Fee Per Use $29.00 $30.00 Non-resident picnic reservation surcharge Per Use $20.00 $20.00 Discount Per Use -25% -25%
B. RECREATION CENTER FACILTIES
Category 1 Per Hour $0.00 $0.00
Category 2 Per Hour $0.00 $0.00
Category 3 Per Hour $0.00 $0.00
Category 4 Per Hour $0.00 $0.00
Category 1 Per Use $41.00 $42.00
Category 2 Per Use $31.00 $32.00
Category 3 Per Use $26.00 $27.00
Category 4 Per Use $15.00 $16.00
Category 1 Per Hour $123.00 $126.00
Category 2 Per Hour $97.00 $100.00
Category 3 Per Hour $77.00 $79.00
Category 4 Per Hour $41.00 $42.00
Category 1 Per Hour $154.00 $158.00
Category 2 Per Hour $123.00 $126.00
Category 3 Per Hour $97.00 $100.00
Category 4 Per Hour $51.00 $52.00
Weekend/Non-operating Hours Surcharge Per Hour $51.00 $52.00 Rental Officer Per Hour $24.00 $25.00
Custodial Staff Per Hour $33.00 $34.00
Refundable Application Fee
Per Reservation $100.00 $103.00
Refundable Alcohol Security Deposit Per Reservation $250.00 $256.00 C. MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Alcohol Permit Fee (Private) Per Use $56.00 $58.00

PARKS AND RECREATION

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Non-Profit groups Picnic Site Discount (Classification B) are eligible for 25% discount)
Classification A: City of San Mateo internal or sponsored meetings, activities or events approved by the Parks and Recreation Director or approved delegate.

Classification B: Non-Profit or Not-For-Profit groups serving the majority of City of San Mateo residents and whose membership is open to the general public. Non - Profit as defined as 501c through the IRS. Not-For-Profit as approved by the Parks and Recreation Director or approved delegate.

Classification C: Residents of the City of San Mateo
Non-resident, Business, and Schools (other than San Mateo Union High School District and San Mateo-Foster City School District per Section IV).

Additional Facility Fees
(Application Fee is charged to hold the reservation date. It will be applied towards remaining balance unless reservation is cancelled.) (All or part of this security deposit will be withheld if event goes past end time on contract or if there are damages to the property.)

PICNIC AREAS
Harborview Park

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UNIT FEES EFFECTIVE
THROUGH 12/31/26 25

FEES EFFECTIVE
1/1/27 26
D. FACILITY USE/CLEANUP FEE
All areas if needed Per Use $285.00 $292.00
E. SPECIAL PARK PERMITS
Filming for commercial purposes Hour $55.00 $56.00
P er Hour $57.00 $58.00
P er Hour $26.00 $27.00
Central outdoor stage
Special Event Fee (minimum two hours)
Special Event Alcohol Fee (Public) Per Use $281.00 $288.00 F. JAPANESE GARDEN OR ROSE GARDEN FEES
Resident First 2 hours $225.00 $231.00
Non-Resident First 2 hours $284.00 $291.00
Resident Extra Hours Per Additional Hour $110.00 $113.00 Non Resident Extra Hours Per Additional Hour $138.00 $142.00 Non-Profit Rate Per Booking (2 HOURS) $32.00 $33.00
Chair Set-up Per Use $30.00 $31.00
Per Use $158.00 $162.00
II.

Field Reservations
Priority 1 No fee No fee
Priority 2
Youth Field Player Fee (Per season) Per Player $8.00 $9.00 Weekday and Half Day Per Use $8.00 $9.00
Weekend/Holiday/Full Day Per Use $15.00 $16.00
Tournament Per Hour/Field $13.00 $14.00
Tournament Refundable Deposit Per Use/Field $280.00 $280.00 Priority 3-4
Youth Field Player Fee (Per season) Per Player $22.00 $23.00 Weekday and Half Day Per Use $32.00 $33.00
Weekend/Holiday/Full Day Per Use $55.00 $57.00
Tournament Per Hour/Field $28.00 $29.00
Tournament Refundable Deposit Per Use/Field $280.00 $280.00 Priority 5
Resident Adult Field Reservation (Per season) Per Hour $27.00 $28.00 Priority 6
NR Adult Reservation Field Per Hour $34.00 $35.00
Camp or Clinic Fee
Soccer (Grass) Per Hour $55.00 $56.00
Soccer (Turf) Per Hour $65.00 $67.00
Baseball/Softball (Grass) Per Hour $44.00 $45.00
Baseball/Softball (Turf) Per Hour $55.00 $56.00
Non-Athletic based NP Field Reservation Per Hour $16.00 $17.00 Private Tournament Per Hour/Field $29.00 $30.00
Refundable Deposit Per Use/Field $280.00 $280.00
Light Charges Per Hour $30.00 $31.00
Fields - Unlocked Soccer Goal Fee Per Request $32.00 $33.00 Field Attendant Per Hour $23.00 $24.00
Tennis Court Rental for Organizations Per Hour $12.50 $13.00 Tennis Court Reservation Per Hour $9.50 $10.00
Bocce Courts (4 hours or less) Per Booking $11.50 $12.00 Bocce Courts (4+ hours) Per Booking $26.00 $27.00
Outdoor Fitness Fee Per Hour $27.00 $28.00
San Mateo High School Gymnasium Rentals
Gym Per Hour $108.00 $111.00
Lobby Per Hour $32.00 $33.00
Dance Studio Per Hour $44.00 $45.00
Multi-Purpose Room Per Hour $44.00 $45.00
Facility Specialist Per Hour $23.00 $24.00
Custodian Per Hour $32.00 $33.00
Tournament Refundable Deposit Per Use $280.00 $280.00
The approved applicant and/or organization will be responsible for any damage or loss sustained to the grounds, building, furnishings, and equipment (or unusual clean-up required), as a result of the applicant's an/or organization's occupancy of the facility.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Fee to rent Japanese or Rose Garden when renting in conjunction with Central Center
ATHLETICS (Priority Levels defined on page 8.9)

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UNIT FEES EFFECTIVE
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III. AQUATICS - (See Classification Categories on page 8.9) A. CENTER RENTALS - (See pages 8.8 - 8.9)

JOINVILLE
Large Pool (includes Dressing Room)
Classification A No Charge No Charge
Classification B $26.00 $27.00
Classification C $37.00 $38.00
Non-Resident $45.00 $46.00
Small Pool (includes Dressing Room)
Classification A No Charge No Charge
Classification B $12.00 $13.00
Classification C $18.00 $19.00
Non-Resident $23.00 $24.00
Multi-Purpose Room See Community Centers
Category 4 (pg 8.11)
See Community Centers
Category 4 (pg 8.11)
Off Season Closure Period By negotiation - full cost
recovery
By negotiation - full cost
recovery

BIRTHDAY PARTY FEE
Reservation Fee/Deposit Includes 15 Guests $97.00 $99.00 Additional Guests Up to 20 Guests $6.00 $7.00

KING POOL
Both Pools (includes Dressing Room)
Classification A No Charge No Charge
Classification B $20.00 $21.00
Classification C $31.00 $32.00
Non-Resident $38.00 $39.00
Off Season Closure Period By negotiation - full cost
recovery
By negotiation - full cost
recovery
FACILITY PERS. RATES
Custodian Per Hour $33.00 $33.00
Facility Specialist Per Hour $24.00 $24.00

LIFEGUARDS
1st Guard - Senior Guard Per Hour Staff Rate Staff Rate 2nd & each additional Guard Per Hour Staff Rate Staff Rate IV. MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Volleyball net and standards rental Per Weekend $31.00 $32.00 Bocce Set Per Set $31.00 $32.00
Equipment Refundable Deposit $100.00 $100.00
Photocopies Per Page $0.15 $0.15
V. SCHOOL DISTRICT FEES
A.

VI.

Fees shall be applied to the district and affiliated organizations (e.g. PTA, Boosters, Foundation) as follows:

SAN MATEO HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Unless otherwise specified in an adopted facility use agreement, indoor, swimming pool and athletic facility fees shall be calculated administratively to be comparable to the SMUHSD fee schedule as it pertains to City use of similar SMUHSD facilities.

Picnic and special park facility fees, and staffing fees charged to SMUHSD shall be at the rates described in other sections of the fee schedule.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

SAN MATEO FOSTER CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT (SMFCSD)
Unless otherwise specified in an adopted facility use agreement, indoor and athletic facility fees shall be calculated administratively to be comparable to the SMFCSD fee schedule as it pertains to City use of similar SMFCSD facilities. Picnic and special park facility fees, and staffing fees charged to SMFCSD shall be at the rates described in other sections of the fee schedule. Pool fees for SMFCSD use shall be charged at the non-profit rate.

SPONSORSHIPS
The Parks and Recreation Director may adjust sponsorship, community booth and food vendor opportunities and fees available for certain events or programs, subject to factors including, but not limited to, event size, scope, location, and objectives. The availability and structure of sponsorship packages may vary by event or program, and not all sponsorship levels will necessarily be offered for every event. The fees shall not exceed the estimated and reasonable cost of conducting the event or program.

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VII. GOLF COURSE
A. GENERAL
Weekdays Per Round $45.00 $47.00
Weekday Twilight Per Round $34.00 $35.00
Weekday Super Twilight Per Round $24.00 $25.00
Weekends (Fri., Sat., Sun., Holiday) Per Round $62.00 $64.00 Weekend Twilight Per Round $42.00 $43.00
Weekend Super Twilight Per Round $32.00 $33.00
Weekday-back 9 Per Round $27.00 $29.00
Weekend-back 9 Per Round $31.00 $33.00
Sr. 10 Play Card Each $340.00 $360.00
B. RESIDENT
Weekdays Per Round $40.00 $42.00
Weekday Twilight Per Round $34.00 $36.00
Weekday Super Twilight Per Round $24.00 $25.00
Weekends (Fri., Sat., Sun., Holiday) Per Round $54.00 $56.00 Weekend Twilight Per Round $42.00 $43.00
Weekend Super Twilight Per Round $32.00 $33.00
Weekday-back 9 Per Round $27.00 $29.00
Weekend-back 9 Per Round $31.00 $33.00
Senior Weekdays Per Round $34.00 $36.00
Sr. 10 Play Card Each $290.00 $310.00
C. JUNIOR
Jr. Weekdays Per Round $17.00 $18.00
Jr. Weekend Per Round $22.00 $23.00
D. RESIDENT GOLF I.D. CARD Per Annual Fee $20.00 $20.00 E. RANGE BALLS (BUCKET) Size: Warm-up $5.00 $5.00
Small $8.00 $9.00
Medium $11.00 $12.00
Large $14.00 $15.00
F. MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION Per Month $29.99 $29.99

UNIT FEES EFFECTIVE
THROUGH 12/31/26 25

FEES EFFECTIVE
1/1/27 26
VIII. PARK AND LANDSCAPE RESOURCES
A. MEMORIAL BENCH Per Bench $2,714.00 $2,714.00
B. COMMUNITY GARDENS - Community Garden Plots Per Square Ft. $0.30 $0.30 C. Each $565.00 $580.00
D. MARINA LAGOON
Boating pass (power boats 5 hp and up) Annual $461.00 $473.00 Daily $41.00 $42.00
Boating pass (under 5 hp and sail over 8 ft.) Annual $256.00 $262.00 Daily $26.00 $26.00
E. Each $102.00 $102.00

UNIT FEES EFFECTIVE
THROUGH 6/30/26 25

FEES EFFECTIVE
7/1/26 25
Per Residential Unit Type: Per Unit* Per Unit*
Single Family $28,627.00 $29,971.00
Multi-family 2-4 Units $28,140.00 $29,461.00
Multi-family 5+ Units $20,448.00 $21,408.00
Single Family 2.94 persons per unit
Multi-family 2-4 units 2.89 persons per unit
Multi-family 5+ units 2.10 persons per unit
G. HERITAGE TREE PERMIT Per Permit $110.00 $113.00
Tree Replacement Cost (24" Box Tree) Per Tree $824.00 $845.00 Right of Way Tree Removal Per Hour Actual cost charged by a city designated private tree
care company
Actual cost charged by
a city designated private
tree care company
H. TREE REPLACEMENT COST (15 gallon) Each $515.00 $528.00 I. TREE REPLACEMENT COST (36 inch box) Each $1,631.00 $1,671.00 J. TREE REPLACEMENT COST (48 inch box) Each $3,294.00 $3,376.00 K. COMMEMORATIVE TREE Per Tree $1,115.00 $1,115.00

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

HERITAGE TREE APPEAL TO PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
(Applicant Exempt from Fee)TEMPORARY PARK ACCESS PERMIT F.
* Fee = Land Dedication Requirement x Median Land Value of $5,097,083.00 4,868,953.84 per acre adopted by City Council Resolution, where Land Dedication Requirement = [(Quantity of proposed dwelling units x population factor per dwelling unit type) less (quantity of existing dwelling units x population factor per dwelling unit type)] x (2 acres/ 1000 population) per Muni Code Section 26.64. The population factors per dwelling unit type are as follows:

PARK IN-LIEU FEE / PARK IMPACT FEE FOR RESIDENTIAL PLANNING

APPLICATION PROJECTS INVOLVING PARCEL MAPS, SUBDIVISION AND OTHER MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Access for construction right of way
Golf Fees - The Parks and Recreation Director may adjust green fee amounts for marketing and promotional activities as is necessary to encourage optimum play at the municipal golf courses.

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IX.

Fee is per Consultant's rate Fee is per Consultant's
rate
B. Building Valuation on Those
Building Permits Whose
Valuation is Over $5,000 0.05% 0.05%
Standing Theatre Banquet Facility Room Category
Beresford Assembly 1
614 439 205 Beresford Social 3
359 256 120 Beresford Activity 3
540 385 180 Beresford Conference 4
Beresford Studio 4
333 238 111 Beresford Club 4
342 244 114 Central Activity A/B 2
265 189 88 Central Activity A 4
Central Stage 4
307 219 102 Central Lounge 4
254 181 85 Central Activity B 4
211 150 70 King Assembly 1
235 168 75 King Social A/B 2
King Studio 4
250 178 83 King Social A 4
125 89 42 King Conference 4
125 89 42 King Social B 4
84 60 28 King Gym 4
26 Joinville Pool Multipurpose 4
Shoreview Assembly 3
Shoreview Social 4
162 116 54 Sr. Center Assem/MP 1
170 122 57 Sr. Center Activity 3
Sr. Center Assem/MP A 4
101 72 34 Sr. Center Conference 4
158 113 53 Sr. Center Game Room 4
125 89 42 Sr. Center Library Room 4
158 113 53
182 130 61
150 107 50
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT REVIEW FEE1

CONSULTANTS FOR SPECIALIZED PLAN CHECKING AND INSPECTION

SERVICES OR TO EXPEDITE PLAN CHECKING AND INSPECTION SERVICES 1These fees are collected by Community Development's Building Division - see page 2.4 Beresford Assembly

REIMBURSE COST OF STAFF OR CONSULTANT TIME SPENT IN PLAN CHECK OR INSPECTION SERVICES. PARK PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION SERVICES ON BUILDING PERMITS. FEE TO BE COLLECTED AT TIME OF BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION. AFTER PAYMENT OF FEES, PERMITTEE MAY APPLY

FOR AN EXEMPTION FOR PROJECTS HAVING NO PARK PLAN CHECK OR INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
King Assembly

FACILITY CATEGORY TABLES
Facility Room
Category 1
Activity
Shoreview Assembly
Beresford Studio B
Beresford Club
Beresford Studio A
Studio
Category 4
Shoreview Social
Joinville Pool Multipurpose
Activity A/B
Sr. Center Assembly
Central
King Social A/B
Beresford
Category 2
Category 3
Beresford Social
Sr. Center Activity
Beresford
Central Assembly
Beresford Conference
Studio
King Social A
King
King Social B
Central Lounge
Central Stage
Central Activity A
Central Activity B
Note - Capacities are fire safety maximums. Rental capacities may vary and are established by each center consistent with use needs.

Conference
Sr. Center Assem/MP A
King

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B. Resident private rentals.

Classification B:

Non-profit and/or not-for-profit groups serving majority of City of San Mateo residents and whose membership is open to the Classification C:

FACILITY PERMIT CLASSIFICATION DEFINITIONS
Classification A:

City of San Mateo internal or sponsored meetings, activities or events as approved by the Parks and Recreation Director or Youth or Adult non-resident groups, teams, or individuals. Nonresident is defined as having an organization address outside of Programs conducted by Elementary Schools (K-8) within the City of San Mateo. Also programs conducted by organizations that

ATHLETICS FIELD PRIORITIES
Priority 1:

Programs and activities conducted or sponsored by the City of San Mateo. This includes the San Mateo Police Activities League Priority 6:

Priority 3:

Programs conducted by private high schools within the City of San Mateo. Also, programs conducted by organizations in which Priority 4:

Programs conducted by organizations in which participants must "tryout" or be selected based on skill level. Organizations may Resident of the City of San Mateo (Simplified Definition) Priority 2:

Non-Resident:

Non-Resident, Businesses, and schools (other than San Mateo Union High School District and San Mateo-Foster City School Priority 5:

A. Adult resident sports groups or teams.

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UNIT
I. PERMITS
A. MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT:

1. Establishment Certificate for Non-Practitioner Owners Base Fee for Processing $669.00 $653.00
+ Actual Time Spent x Rate Per
Hour as Appropriate

2. Establishment Certificate for Owner/Practitioners
Verification/Processing/Safety Inspection Base Fee for Processing $332.00 $324.00 + Actual Time Spent x Rate Per
Hour as Appropriate
B. MASSAGE PRACTITIONER OFF- PREMISE
Verification/Processing Each $61.00 $60.00
C. TANNING SALON

1. Tanning Facility Application Fee Each $566.00 $553.00

2. Tanning Facility Biyearly Renewal Fee Each Facility $92.00 $90.00 D. TAXI CAB DRIVER Investigation/Processing
New/Renewal $126.00 $123.00 1
E. TAXI CAB INSPECTION $152.00 $149.00 2
F. ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT Each $363.00 $355.00
G. TOW SERVICE

1. Tow Truck Application Fee $331.00 $323.00 1

2. Tow Truck Rotation List $50.00 $49.00

3. Tow Truck Licensing Fee $3.00
H. Fee/Per Hour $181.00 $177.00
I. Each $67.00 $66.00
II. COPIES OF REPORTS
A. ACCIDENT REPORTS Per Page $0.15
B. CAD REPORTS Per Page $0.15
C. ARREST REPORTS Per Page $0.15
D. CLEARANCE LETTER Each $10.00
E. PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST Per Page $0.15
III. VIDEO/AUDIO TAPE RECORDS AND PHOTOS
A. VIDEO RECORDINGS

1. Each $12.00
B. PHOTOS Each $5.00
IV. Each $15.00
V.

A. Per 1/4 Hour $6.00
B. Per Page $0.10
C. Each Actual Cost
DVD / CD / Flash drive Recording

FILING OF REPORT OF REPOSSESSION
(State Law GC 41612)

SUBPOENA DUCES TECUM
(State Law CEC 1563)
CLERICAL COSTS (Charged on a 1/4 hr basis w/the hrly rate set at $24.00) STANDARD REPRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS OF A SIZE OF 8 1/2 X 14 INCHES OR LESS

REPRODUCTION OF OVERSIZE DOCUMENTS, DOCUMENTS

REQUIRING SPECIAL PROCESSING, POSTAGE, RETRIEVAL/RETURN

OF RECORDS HELD OFF-SITE
POLICE

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES FEE
Background Investigation/Verification/ Processing/Safety Inspection

PROJECT PLAN CHECKING FEE ON BUILDING PERMITS

SECONDHAND DEALER/PAWNBROKER PERMIT

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POLICE
UNIT
VI. FALSE ALARMS
First alarm starting each fiscal year (7/1/21) One Free 2nd & over Each $121.00 $119.00
VII. Each As determined by the County
VIII. OFFICER RESPONSE
A. Per Hour $101.00 $99.00
B. Per Hour $101.00 $99.00
Per Officer (one (1) hour min.)
C.

See “SPECIAL COMMUNITY EVENTS PERMIT” Section
D. Each $275.00
(per CA Government Code
68097.2)
IX. VEHICLE RELEASES
A. IMPOUNDED/STORED VEHICLE Each $82.00 $80.00
X. One $125.00 $122.00
Additional $80.00 $79.00
XI. OUTSIDE DETAIL RATES 3, 4
Police Officer Per Hour $132.11 $125.73
Police Sergeant Per Hour $158.51 $150.85
Community Service Officer Per Hour $79.93 $76.08
Dispatcher Per Hour $95.22 $89.38
Senior Dispatcher Per Hour $104.67 $98.16
Police Vehicle Abatement Officer Per Hour $64.17 $61.69 Contracted Parking Enforcement Officer Per Hour $50.09 $48.16 Police Officer Per Hour $165.14 $157.16
Police Sergeant Per Hour $198.14 $188.56
Community Service Officer Per Hour $99.91 $95.10
Dispatcher Per Hour $119.02 $111.66
Senior Dispatcher Per Hour $130.84 $122.70
Police Vehicle Abatement Officer Per Hour $80.21 $77.11 Contracted Parking Enforcement Officer Per Hour $62.61 $60.20 Police Department Footnotes:
1 Plus prevailing State, Federal and County Fees for fingerprinting of applicants that are at the following costs:

DOJ Prevailing Fee $32.00
FBI Prevailing Fee $17.00
County Prevailing Fee $5.00
$54.00
2 3
4 In the event the Police Department must augment staffing of an outside detail with personnel from an allied agency, the outside detail rate charged shall be commensurate to the actual rate which is charged by that agency, which may be higher/lower than the rate listed.

The rates charged for Outside Detail may be updated during the Fiscal Year to reflect negotiated salary increases and ensure full cost recovery.

Category B: Fund raising events organized, conducted and sponsored by registered non- profit organizations.

Category C: Events sponsored by for-profit business or non-tax-exempt organizations.

The fee will include up to two re-inspections at no additional cost. Additional inspections will be billed at 50% of the original cost.

OUTSIDE DETAIL
CIVIL SUBPOENA WITNESS FEE DEPOSIT (Governed by State Law).

Actual costs will be charged
(excluding vehicles towed exclusively under the authority of VC 22651(c), (g), (k), (o), (i.)(l), or VC 226.55.5).

Category A: City organized, conducted, sponsored, or co-sponsored events, or non- profit sponsored events that benefit city programs.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES FEE
BOOKING FEE (UPON CONVICTION) STATE LAW SECTION 29550.1.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE TO DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) upon conviction (Gov't Code Section 53150-58)

DISTURBANCE SERVICE FEE
(loud parties, barking dogs, etc.)

STORAGE OF FIREARM
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11.48.070 Parking in bus zone (curb marked)

17.08.20 Boat or other object parked on public right-of-way

11.44.150 Meter violation

11.44.160

11.44.165 Repeat violations for overtime parking (2nd violation-same day, same place)

11.48.030 Parking in alley

11.40.110 Parked on private property w/o consent

11.44.090 Parked in front of a hooded meter

11.44.130 Parking over lines

11.40.060 Curb wheels/set brake on hill

11.40.070 Parking so as to obstruct traffic

11.40.100 Violation of emergency signs posted

11.40.040(a) Restricted parking on City street (posted) (No residential parking permit)

11.40.040(b) Restricted parking on City lot (posted) i.e., City Hall, Rec Centers, Library, etc.

11.40.055 Street sweeping

11.36.010(1) Parallel parking in angle slot

11.36.020 Angle parking (right front tire not within 18” of curb)

11.40.040(a) Restricted parking on City street (posted)

11.32.070 Red, yellow, etc., curb markings

11.32.100 Commercial vehicle on residential street, 10,000 lbs. GVW

11.32.105 Oversized vehicle/trailer parked on residential street 22523(b) Abandon vehicle-public/private property

11.32.030 Truck parked on City street (may be used for limos, small shuttle buses, and small school buses)

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Curb Marking Each Location $88.00
Signs Per Sign $145.00
Meter Pole/Bracket Per Pole/Bracket $42.00
F. Annually Per Space Per Day $1.00
G. PUBLIC EV CHARGING STATION Per kW/h $0.34 $0.33
NOTES:

I. PARKING FEES
D.

PUBLIC WORKS

USE OF PUBLIC PARKING SPACES FOR VALET STATIONS
Beginning 7/1/2023, t The credit card Merchant Service Provider will begin charging a charges an additional credit card transaction fee. This fee applies to all transactions completed with a credit card.

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UNIT FEE
II. ENCROACHMENT PERMITS
A. FLAT FEE ENCROACHMENT PERMITS

1.Minor Encroachment (Driveway/Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter Replacement) Each $729.47 $711.68 This fee is waived for repair of sidewalk tripping hazards due to a notice from the City.

2. a. Each $874.31 $852.99
b. Each $483.86 $472.06

3. Temporary Permits Each
a. Each $578.33 $564.22
b. Each $240.36 $234.50
c. Each $387.31 $377.86
d. Each $172.94

4.Outdoor Dinning Permit
a. Outdoor Furnishings (Sidewalks and Ped Mall)
i. Permit Application Fee Each $440.56 $429.71
ii. Annual Renewal Fee Each $440.56 $429.71
b. Parklets (Citywide and Ped Mall)
i. Permit Application Fee Each $571.87 $557.92
ii. Annual Renewal Fee (Citywide) Per Parking Stall Occupied $285.93 $278.96 iii. Annual Renewal Fee (Ped Mall) Each $571.87 $557.92

5.Dock Permit
a. Maintenance or Removal Each $512.00 $499.71
b. Construction, Alteration, or Replacement Each $4,836.55 $4,718.59 c. Annual Fee Per Dock $70.33 $68.61

6.Banner Permit
a. Central Garage Banner Per Banner $1,000.27 $975.87
b. Street Light Banner Per Request $388.35 $378.88

7.Utility Permit
a. Standard Utility Base Fee Each $2,027.83 $1,978.37
b. Additional Fee for Excavation (up to 250-sq.ft.) Each $868.02 $846.85 B. MAJOR ENCROACHMENT PERMITS

1. Plan Review Fees
$0 - $50K ROW Construction Costs Base $907.90 $885.76
$50K - $100K ROW Construction Costs Base $907.90 $885.76 Each additional dollar above $50K % of costs above $50K 12.61% 12.30% $100K - $500K ROW Construction Costs Base $7,212.85 $7,036.93 Each additional dollar above $100K % of costs above $100K 3.37 % 3.29% $500K - $1M ROW Construction Costs Base $20,708.61 $20,203.52 Each additional dollar above $500K % of costs above $500K 2.31% 2.26% $1M+ ROW Construction Costs Base $32,266.81 $31,479.81 Each additional dollar above $1M % of costs above $1M 1.10% Additional Review Cycles (4th and beyond) or Revisions Per Occurance $1,394.92 $1,360.90

2. Permit and Inspection Fees
$0 - $50K ROW Construction Costs Base $2,792.98 $2,724.86 $50K - $100K ROW Construction Costs Base $2,792.98 $2,724.86 Each additional dollar above $50K % of costs above $50K 9.60% 9.36% $100K - $500K ROW Construction Costs Base $7,590.71 $7,405.57 Each additional dollar above $100K % of costs above $100K 4.26% 4.16% $500K - $1M ROW Construction Costs Base $24,630.97 $24,030.21 Each additional dollar above $500K % of costs above $500K 2.07% 2.02% $1M+ ROW Construction Costs Base $34,973.72 $34,120.70 Each additional dollar above $1M % of costs above $1M 0.99% Additional Inspections over Allotment Per Inspection $370.51 $361.47 C. PERMIT MODIFCATION

1. Rider / Scope Change Each $240.36 $234.50

2. Time Extension/Work Hour Waivers Each $47.78 $46.61
D. SECURITY BOND OR DEPOSIT
Where more than one security applies to a permit, only the larger security amount will be required.

1. Minor Encroachment Permits Deposit $2,500.00

2. Sewer Lateral Permits (excludes rear laterals) Deposit $2,000.00

3. Temporary Permits Deposit $1,000.00

4. Dock Permits Deposit $1,000.00

5. Street Light Banner Permits Deposit $500.00

6. Major Encroachment Permits Minimum Deposit $10,000.00

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Sewer Lateral Permits
Utility permit scopes that exceeding 250 square feet or $50,000 in valuation shall instead apply for a Major Encroachment permit.

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UNIT FEE
III. GRADING PERMITS
A. SITE DEVELOPMENTS PERMIT FEE
0 - 1,000 cubic yards of earthwork activity Base $2,860.16 $2,790.40 Per 25 cubic yards above 0 Per 25 cubic yards $53.50 $52.20 1,000 - 10,000 cubic yards of earthwork activity Base $5,000.30 $4,878.34 Per 25 cubic yards above 1,000 Per 25 cubic yards $11.36 $11.08 10,000 cubic yards or greater of earthwork activity Base $9,089.54 $8,867.84 Per 25 cubic yards above 10,000 Per 25 cubic yards $5.68 $5.54 B. STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PERMIT (STOPPP)

1. STOPPP Permit & Inspection Fee
a. STOPPP Type I Projects Each No Fee
b. STOPPP Type II Projects Each $547.89 $534.53
c. STOPPP Type III Projects Each $1,511.42 $1,474.56
d. STOPPP Type IV Projects Each $2,162.18 $2,109.44
e. STOPPP Reinspection Fee Each $273.95

2. Erosion Control Compliance Deposit
For STOPPP Type II Projects greater than 50CY or Type III & IV Projects any size. a. Minimum Deposit Minimum Deposit $416.69 $406.53
b. Additional Deposit Per 100 cubic yards $60.87 $59.39 C. GRADING SECURITY BOND OR DEPOSIT

1. Minimum Deposit Minimum Deposit $10,496.00 $10,240.00

2. Additional Deposit above 250 cubic yards Per cubic yard $41.98 $40.96 IV. MAPPING AND AGREEMENTS
A. PARCEL MAPS Per Map $8,411.50 $8,206.34
B. FINAL MAPS & CONDO CONVERSIONS Per Map $10,630.35 $10,371.07 C. LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT (CERTIFICATE) Each $4,241.43 $4,137.98 D. LOT CONFORMANCE (CERTIFICATE) Each $3,494.12 $3,408.90 E. MAP CORRECTION (CERTIFICATE) Each $3,629.51 $3,540.99 F. RIGHT-OF-WAY/PUBLIC EASEMENT (NOT PART OF A MAP) Each $6,629.27 $6,467.58 G. ADDITIONAL MAPPING REVIEWS (4TH REVIEW AND BEYOND) Each $1,247.98 $1,217.54 H. ENGINEERING AGREEMENTS (SIA, E&M, STORMWATER, ETC) Each $4,266.62 $4,162.56 I. ADDRESS ASSIGNMENTS FOR SUBDIVISIONS Each $1,286.89

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

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V. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE FEES
A. CLASS A WASTE DISCHARGE PERMIT ANNUAL FEE Each $1,224.89 $1,195.01 B. CLASS B WASTE DISCHARGE PERMIT ANNUAL FEE Each $816.59 $796.67 C. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT ANNUAL FEE Each $742.07 $723.97 D. POLLUTION PREVENTION INSPECTION FEE Per Hour $256.11 $249.86 E. INSPECTION/INVESTIGATION FEE Per Hour $265.55 $259.07 Per Hour OT $308.59 $301.06
F. SAMPLING FEE Per Hour $272.90 $266.24
Per Hour OT $320.13 $312.32
G. ANALYTICAL SERVICES FEE Each $258.20 $251.90
H. HYDRAULIC LOADING CHARGE Per 100 Cu. Ft. Basic Sewer Service Charge rate
I. DEFICIENCY RESULTING IN “SIGNIFICANT NONCOMPLIANCE” Each $509.06 $496.64 J. FAILURE TO CONDUCT SELF-MONITORING Per Hour $258.20 $251.90 K. Each $471.27 $459.78
L. ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP/ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCE

1. Labor Per Hour $269.75 $263.17
Per Hour OT $314.88 $307.20

2. Material And Equipment Each Cost

3. Contract Services Each Cost
M. APPEAL - of decision to issue permit, levy fees, or finding of noncompliance Each Appeal $580.00 $565.00 N. Each Case $5,796.94 $5,655.55

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH OFFICIAL NOTICE TO CORRECT VIOLATION

VIOLATIONS REQUIRING INSPECTION WARRANT, OR COMMENCEMENT OF CIVIL

LITIGATION PROCEEDINGS

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V. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE FEES
A.

N. Violations Requiring Inspection Warrant or Commencement of Civil Litigation Proceedings. In the event that the user refuses the Director entry to the premises, inspection may be made only upon the issuance of a search warrant by a duly authorized magistrate. In the event that the user refuses entry after the request has been made, the Director is hereby empowered to seek assistance from the court in obtaining such entry; Any person who has violated or continues to violate the provisions of this Chapter or any order or permit issued hereunder, shall be subject to the imposition of civil penalties pursuant to Chapter 1.11 of this Code. (7.38.350, 7.39.140, 7.38.410, 7.39.200, 7.38.480, 7.39.290) Appeal of Decision to Issue Permit, Levy fees, or Finding of Noncompliance. Any person affected by any decision, action or determination, including administrative remedies, made in interpreting or implementing the provisions of this Chapter may appeal therefrom to the City of San Mateo Sustainability & Infrastructure Commission. (7.39.200). Fee is refunded if appellant prevails.

Inspection/Investigation Fee. Applies to inspection and investigation activities not covered in D. or K. Cost based on standard labor rate.

7.39.270); any condition caused or permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions of this Chapter is a threat to the public health, safety and welfare, and is declared and deemed a nuisance. (7.38.470, 7.39.280)
Failure to Conduct Self-monitoring. The Director may require that the user conduct a sampling and analysis program of the user’s waste or stormwater discharge of a frequency and type required by the Director to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of this Chapter. (7.38.360, 7.39.160).

The following fees are intended to help recover the cost of implementation and enforcement of SMMC Chapter 7.38 Hydraulic Loading Charge. The Director may impose upon the user a hydraulic loading charge for discharge of groundwater or other waters in cases where conventional sewer service charges applied by the City or District do not account for said flows or uses. User discharges which exceed 10,000 gallons per batch discharge or users undertaking long term discharges of groundwater to the sanitary sewer shall be metered and levied a hydraulic loading charge based upon the basic sewer service charge rate. (7.38.260) Stormwater Management Permit. A property that is required to install, operate, and maintain stormwater treatment facilities, or maintain parking lots, storm drain inlets, or other facilities for stormwater pollution prevention as specified in project conditions, shall obtain a Stormwater Management (SWM) permit from the Director of Public Works. (7.39.235). Cost based on 2 hours admin and inspection time per year at standard labor rate.

Analytical Services Fee. Cost based in service provider cost of service.

Cost based on administrative time and cost of publication for 3 days in San Mateo Daily Journal.

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UNIT FEE
VI. DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (subject to annual review)
A. WASTEWATER CAPACITY CHARGE
a. Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38 $11,772.66
b.

Per Dwelling Unit $5,878.60 $5,885.74
Per Dwelling Unit $9,798.46 $9,810.36
Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38 $11,772.66
c. Per Room/Apartment $5,878.60 $5,885.74
d. Per Bedroom $5,878.60 $5,885.74
e. Per Square Foot $5.87 $5.88
a.

Per Meter $11,758.38 $11,772.66
Per Meter $12,595.17 $12,610.46
Per Meter $13,872.06 $13,888.90
b.

Per Meter $19,596.92 $19,620.71
Per Meter $20,991.17 $21,016.65
Per Meter $23,120.09 $23,148.16
c.

Per Meter $39,193.85 $39,241.43
Per Meter $41,983.51 $42,034.48
Per Meter $46,240.19 $46,296.33
d.

Per Meter $62,709.45 $62,785.58
Per Meter $67,172.68 $67,254.23
Per Meter $73,984.30 $74,074.12
e.

Per Meter $117,580.36 $117,723.11
Per Meter $125,949.36 $126,102.27
Per Meter $138,719.39 $138,887.81
f.

Per Meter $195,966.86 $196,204.78
Per Meter $209,915.21 $210,170.06
Per Meter $231,199.78 $231,480.47
g.

Per Meter $391,933.72 $392,409.56
Per Meter $419,831.57 $420,341.28
Per Meter $462,399.55 $462,960.94
h.

Per Meter $627,093.25 $627,854.59
Per Meter $671,730.29 $672,545.82
Per Meter $739,839.50 $740,737.72
a. Per Gallon Per Day $91.01 $91.12
b. Per Pound Per Day $2,198.78 $2,201.45
c. Per Pound Per Day $1,982.60 $1,985.01
Multi-family
ii. 2 bedroom
i. Studio & 1 bedroom

2. Commercial/Institutional
The capacity charge for commercial/institutional uses is based on water meter size and wastewater class. *see footnote below for class explanation*
Accessory Dwelling Unit
Meter size of 8 inches
i. Class B
iii. Class D
Flow
i. Class B
ii. Class C
Board or lodging houses
Hotels or motels
iii. 3+ bedroom
Single-family

1. Residential
Class A represents all residential uses, a biological oxygen demand of 200mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200mg/L

3. Industrial
The capacity charge for industrial uses is based on estimated wastewater flow and strength.

Meter size of 1 inch
i. Class B
ii. Class C
iii. Class D
i. Class B

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UNIT FEE
VI. DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (subject to annual review) (continued) B. TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FEE

1. Residential
a. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $7,339.55 $7,348.46
b. Multi-family Per Dwelling Unit $3,706.73 $3,711.23

2. Commercial and Industrial
a. Retail Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $29,639.79 $29,675.77
b. Office Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $8,941.21 $8,952.07
c. Industrial Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $4,904.76 $4,910.71
d. Hotel Per Room $4,667.73 $4,673.40
e. Institution Per 1,000 Sq. Ft. $3,813.51 $3,818.14
C. Per Space $61,661.54 $61,736.40
VII. NEWSRACK ORDINANCE VIOLATION
A. ABATEMENT FEE

1. Failure to abate violation for Chapter 17.12 of the S.M.M.C. Per Violation $79.54 $77.60 B. APPEAL OF ABATEMENT ORDER FEE

1. Appeal to the Director of Public Works (Fee refunded if appellant prevails). Each Appeal $154.34 $150.58 VIII. MISCELLANEOUS FEES
A. TRANSPORTATION PERMIT (ON CITY STREETS)

1. Oversized Load - Annual (subject to CVC 35795) Per Hour $90.00

2. Oversized Load - Singular Trip (subject to CVC 35795) Per Hour $16.00 B. BLOCK PARTY PERMIT Each No Fee
C. CURB PAINTING

1. Review
a. Red Tipping Per Request $707.43 $690.18
b. Blue Curb (Disabled) Per Request $512.20 $499.71
c. Yellow Curb (Loading Zone) Per Request $403.05 $393.22 d. White Curb (Passenger Loading) Per Request $403.05 $393.22 e. Green Curb (Limited-Time) Per Request $403.05 $393.22 f. Non-Critical Red Zones Per Request $195.22 $190.46

2. Installation
a. Red Tipping Per Request $238.26 $232.45
b. Blue Curb (Disabled) Per Request $689.59 $672.77
c. Yellow Curb (Loading Zone) Per Request $534.25 $521.22 d. White Curb (Passenger Loading) Per Request $432.44 $421.89 e. Green Curb (Limited-Time) Per Request $704.28 $687.10 f. Non-Critical Red Zones Per Request $374.71 $365.57
D. SMALL WIRELESS FACILITIES PERMITS

1. Small Wireless Facilities Permit Application Fee (Drawdown Deposit) Min Deposit Per Location $4,500.00

2. Master License Agreement or Amendment Fee Min Deposit $2,500.00

3. Annual License Fee for attachment to City-owned Pole (subject to FCC 18-133) Per Location Per Year $270.00

4. Appeal to Public Hearing Officer of a decision by the Director of Public Works Each Appeal $580.00 $565.00 E. SHARED MOBILITY PERMIT APPLICATION FEE (not subject annual increases) Each $5,300.00 F. SHORING OR TIE-BACKS IN THE PUBLIC ROW FEE By Negotiation By Negotiation G.

1. Review or coordination Per Hour $220.42 $215.04

2. Inspection Per Hour $192.07 $187.39

STAFF HOURLY RATES FOR SERVICES NOT LISTED

CENTRAL PARKING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT PER SPACE IN-LIEU FEE

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1. Overtime rates for personnel not regularly on duty who are required to work the event. Per Hour Staff Overtime Rates

2. Fair market value charges for utilization of City equipment and/or vehicles for the event. Per Hour Market Rates

3. Regular rates for personnel who may be required to prepare specialized logistic plans for the event. Per Hour Staff Rates

4. Actual costs for consumable supplies, e.g. parking meter signs, garbage bags, etc., used for the event. Actual Costs Actual Costs

5. Actual cost for specialized services contracted by the City that are required for the event. Actual Costs Actual Costs X.COMMERCIAL FILMING PERMITS
A. USE FEES

1. Public Streets and Right-of Ways
a. Videos/Travel/Documentary/Still Photography/Industrial Commercials Per Day $228.75 $223.17 b. Television Series/Movies/Pilot and Feature Films Per Day $343.12 $334.75 c. All other uses Per Day $114.38 $111.59

2. Civic Facilities, Parks, and Special Use Areas (For all uses) Per Hour $57.18 $55.79 B. SUPPORT SERVICES FEES
C. DEPOSIT Deposit $1,000.00
For events sponsored by a non-profit organization that is not classified as a high-impact event.

Fees for use of overtime personnel shall be calculated at the top step prevailing overtime rate for the classification(s) utilized plus a 25% administrative overhead fee.

All businesses shall submit a refundable deposit at the time fees are due and payable to cover any unanticipated support services fees, property damage repair, etc.

For events sponsored by a for-profit organization that is not classified as a high-impact event.

For events sponsored by a for-profit organization that is classified as a high-impact event.

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FEES
Sections:

3.64 .010 Fees.

3.64.020 Penalties & Interest

3.64.030 Fees for Code Enforcement

3.64.010 - FEES
.

3.64.020 - PENA
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UNIT FEE
I.

A.WASTEWATER CAPACITY CHARGE

1. Residential
Class A represents all residential uses, a biological oxygen demand of 200mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200mg/L
a. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38 $11,772.66 b. Multi-family
i. Studio & 1 bedroom Per Dwelling Unit $5,878.60 $5,885.74 ii. 2 bedroom Per Dwelling Unit $9,798.46 $9,810.36
iii. 3+ bedroom Per Dwelling Unit $11,758.38 $11,772.66 c. Hotels or motels Per Room/Apartment $5,878.60 $5,885.74 d. Board or lodging houses Per Bedroom $5,878.60 $5,885.74 e. Accessory Dwelling Unit Per Square Foot $5.87 $5.88

2. Commercial/Institutional
The capacity charge for commercial/institutional uses is based on water meter size and wastewater class. *see footnote below for class explanation*
a. Meter size of up to 3/4 inch
i. Class B Per Meter $11,758.38 $11,772.66
ii. Class C Per Meter $12,595.17 $12,610.46
iii. Class D Per Meter $13,872.06 $13,888.90
b. Meter size of 1 inch
i. Class B Per Meter $19,596.92 $19,620.71
ii. Class C Per Meter $20,991.17 $21,016.65
iii. Class D Per Meter $23,120.09 $23,148.16
c. Meter size of 1 and 1/2 inch
i. Class B Per Meter $39,193.85 $39,241.43
ii. Class C Per Meter $41,983.51 $42,034.48
iii. Class D Per Meter $46,240.19 $46,296.33
d. Meter size of 2 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $62,709.45 $62,785.58
ii. Class C Per Meter $67,172.68 $67,254.23
iii. Class D Per Meter $73,984.30 $74,074.12
e. Meter size of 3 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $117,580.36 $117,723.11
ii. Class C Per Meter $125,949.36 $126,102.27
iii. Class D Per Meter $138,719.39 $138,887.81
f. Meter size of 4 inches
i. Class B $195,966.86 $196,204.78
ii. Class C Per Meter $209,915.21 $210,170.06
iii. Class D Per Meter $231,199.78 $231,480.47
g. Meter size of 6 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $391,933.72 $392,409.56
ii. Class C Per Meter $419,831.57 $420,341.28
iii. Class D Per Meter $462,399.55 $462,960.94
h. Meter size of 8 inches
i. Class B Per Meter $627,093.25 $627,854.59
ii. Class C Per Meter $671,730.29 $672,545.82
iii. Class D Per Meter $739,839.50 $740,737.72

3. Industrial
The capacity charge for industrial uses is based on estimated wastewater flow and strength. a. Flow Per Gallon Per Day $91.01 $91.12
b. Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD) Per Pound Per Day $2,198.78 $2,201.45 c. Suspended Solids (SS) Per Pound Per Day $1,982.60 $1,985.01

IMPACT, IN-LIEU, AND LINKAGE FEES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (subject to annual review)
*Wastewater Class Thresholds
●Class B represents standard strength, a biological oxygen demand of 200 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 200 mg/L ●Class C represents moderate strength, a biological oxygen demand of 400 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 400 mg/L ●Class D represents high strength, a biological oxygen demand of 800 mg/L, and a suspended solids measurement of 600 mg/L

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IMPACT, IN-LIEU, AND LINKAGE FEES

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (subject to annual review)I.

B.TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FEE

1. Residential
a. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $7,339.55 $7,348.46 b. Multi-family Per Dwelling Unit $3,706.73 $3,711.23

Per Tree $845.00 $824.00
A. Single Family $29,971.00 $28,627.00
Multi-family 2-4 Units$29,461.00 $28,140.00
Multi-family 5+ Units$21,408.00 $20,448.00
IV. CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT FEE
A. Residential

1. Single-family Per Dwelling Unit $4,677.29

2. Multi-family Per Dwelling Unit $3,373.46
B. Commercial

1. Retail Per Sq. Ft. $0.39

2. Office Per Sq. Ft. $0.67

3. Industrial Per Sq. Ft. $0.22

4. Hotel Per Sq. Ft. $0.14
V. COMMERCIAL LINKAGE FEE
(City Council adopted September 16, 2016 - effective November 16, 2016) New commercial construction in excess of 5,000 sq. ft.

A. HOTELS Per Sq. Ft. $13.11
B. RETAIL, RESTAURANTS, AND SERVICES Per Sq. Ft. $6.55
C.OFFICE, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT USES, AND MEDICAL OFFICES Per Sq. Ft. $32.76 VI.

A. In Lieu Fees for Fractional Units

1. Rental

0.1 Housing Unit $34,255.00

0.2 Housing Unit $68,509.00

0.3 Housing Unit $102,764.00

0.4 Housing Unit $137,018.00

2. Owner

0.1 Housing Unit $31,438.00

0.2 Housing Unit $62,875.00

0.3 Housing Unit $94,312.00

0.4 Housing Unit $125,749.00
B. In Lieu Fee for Projects Less than 11 Units

1. Rental
5 Unit Project $171,273.00
6 Unit Project $205,527.00
7 Unit Project $239,782.00
8 Unit Project $274,037.00
9 Unit Project $308,291.00
10 Unit Project $342,545.00

2. Owner
5 Unit Project $157,187.00
6 Unit Project $188,624.00
7 Unit Project $220,062.00
8 Unit Project $251,498.00
9 Unit Project $282,936.00
10 Unit Project $314,373.00

PARK AND LANDSCAPE RESOURCES

PARK IN-LIEU FEE / PARK IMPACT FEE FOR RESIDENTIAL PLANNING APPLICATION

PROJECTS INVOLVING PARCEL MAPS, SUBDIVISION AND OTHER MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS.

Tree Replacement Cost (24" Box Tree)

BELOW MARKET RATE HOUSING FEE
A fee in lieu of constructing affordable housing units onsite per Below Market Rate program:

CENTRAL PARKING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT PER SPACE IN-LIEU FEE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES (subject to annual review) (continued)

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Att - 4
I II

ANNUAL GENERAL FUND ANNUAL OTHER FUNDS
New Fees New Fees
Parks & Recreation - Sponsorships 10,000.00$
Public Works - Ped Mall Barrier Access Fee 345.88$
Public Works - STOPPP Reinspection Fee 1,369.73$
Public Works - Address Assignments for Subdivisions 3,860.67$ -$
-$
Increase in Excess of CPI Increase in Excess of CPI
Parks & Recreation - Various Golf Fees 4,000.00$
-$
General Fund Total: 4,000.00$ Other Funds Total: -$

SUMMARY OF FISCAL IMPACTS

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Proposed Fee
or Deposit Cost Methodology Annual Revenue
Estimate
City Clerk

60.00$
This is to capture the cost of staff time involved in the collection, storage and release of campaign signs placed in prohibited locations. -$ Community Development - Planning
289.37$
This was added to include both residential and commercial temporary electrical power poles as a minimum electrical permit fee. -$ 145.00$
This was added as a reduction of the current fee charged by 50% to incentivize the conversion of residential gas water heaters to heat pump water heaters. -$
100.00$
The housing specialist position is responsible for BMR program monitoring. The new fee is for cost recovery in order to complete this work. -$ 275.00$ Applies to research requiring extensive housing staff time. -$ Parks & Recreation
Variable This is being added to increase and diversify funding for community events. 10,000.00$ Public Works
172.94$ New Ped Mall Barriers require PW O&M Staff to move the barrier if non-City users need them moved for access. 345.88$ 273.95$ STOPPP permitees have been calling for reinspection which is included in the main fee. This allows for cost recovery. 1,369.73$ 1,286.89$
This was removed in FY24 but PW still provides this service for subdivisions. Time estimate increased based on level of effort for subdivisions 3,860.67$ Estimated Annual Revenue: 15,576.28$
SUMMARY OF NEW FEES: 2026-27
Below market rate unit annual monitoring fee
Below market rate research fee
Sponsorships
Temporary Electrical Power Pole
Residential Heat Pump Water Heater
Address Assignments for Subdivisions
STOPPP Reinspection Fee
Ped Mall Barrier Access Fee
Campaign Sign Collection Fee
Item

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Item Current Fee
Proposed Fee
or Deposit Cost Methodology
Annual Revenue
Estimate
Parks & Recreation
Golf - Various Fees Vari ous Various Market Research was done and proposed increases were determined based on comparable rates from other golf courses in the area. $ 4,000.00 Park I
n-Lieu Fee/Park Impact Fee Various Various
Per Municipal Code Section 26.64, these fees are calculated based on the median value of residences in San Mateo, so they do not track with CPI. Instead, they are calculated annually based on housing market data.
$
-
Po
lice
Outside Detail Rates Vari ous Various An increase in excess of CPI is needed in order to align with the salary schedule. $ - E
stimated Revenues: 4,000.00$
SUMMARY OF FEES IN EXCESS OF CPI: 2026-27

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Department Fee Reason for Elimination/Reduction
Eliminated Fees
Finance Business License Listing This service has been made obsolete using the online portal.

IT All Fees They have not been charged in many years.

Reduced Fees
Library Library Computer training room - Non profit/not for profit Use of: 1-26 Computers
Correction to reflect lower rate for non profit/not for profit.

CDD - Building Residential Heat Pump Water Heater Reduction of the current fee charged by 50% is to incentivize the conversion of residential gas water heaters to heat pump water heaters.

CDD - Building Temporary Electrical Power Pole Addition of this fee is to include both residential and commercial temporary electrical power poles as a minimum electrical permit fee.

SUMMARY OF ELIMINATED/REDUCED: 2026-27

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1 Martin McTaggart
From: Thomas Morgan II
Sent: Monday, April 6, 2026 11:54 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo)
Subject: Agenda item 12 fee schedule update
Dear Council

If I am reading the fee schedule correctly, it appears the multi-family permit is more expensive than office/commercial permits. This is troubling as we are having a housing shortage and keep asking why developers are building office instead of housing this is part of the problem.

I also wanted to clarify application of the commercial linkage fee. Do these include tenant improvements to office (initial build out)? Comparing housing and office there is still a lot of work to be done when an office is turned over to the tenant that is potentially not being adequately captured and charged/allocated.

I also want to confirm the commercial linkage fee does not have a CPI cap annually. If so, we should revisit the commercial linkage fee as inflation and costs have increased substantially and may not be keeping up with current costs.

Commerical is also a broad category. I can appreciate trying to keep the schedule simple. But there are different flavors of commercial retail, office , lab, etc. I would think there is differing complexity with each. Perhaps charging more to office and lab space and less to retail to attract small businesses downtown and smaller business districts.

Thomas Morgan

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Proposed
Comprehensive
Fee Schedule
Karley Toffey
Senior Management Analyst
Finance Department
July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027

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2026-27 Comprehensive Fee Schedule
• Public Notice: March 21, 2026 March 27, 2026 • Fees are cost recovery
• San Francisco Bay Area CPI: 2.5%
• Highlights:
• New Fees
• Fees increased in excess of CPI
• Reduced Fees
• Removed Fees

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Highlights
• City Clerk
§ Campaign Sign Collection Fee
• Community Development
§ BMR Unit Annual Monitoring Fee
§ BMR Research Fee
§ Residential Heat Pump Water
Heater
• IT
§ Removal of Fees
• Parks and Recreation
§ Various Golf Fees

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Thank You
Karley Toffey
Senior Management Analyst
Finance Department
[email protected]
650-522-7106

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CITY OF SAN MATEO

CITY OF SAN MATEO
Agenda Report
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www.cityofsanmateo.org
Agenda Number: 13 Section Name: PUBLIC HEARING Account Number: 10-1711 File ID: 26-11047 TO: City Council
FROM: Prasanna W. Rasiah, City Attorney
PREPARED BY: City Attorney's Office
MEETING DATE: April 06, 2026
SUBJECT:

Charter Amendments – Public Hearing No. 1
RECOMMENDATION:

Hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the City Charter to reflect the change to district elections, address other outdated provisions, and provide direction to staff.

BACKGROUND:

During the “Blue Sky” Goal Setting Workshop on February 7, 2026, the City Council chose to include City Charter amendments as a priority for FY 2026/27. As directed by the Council, the amendments are to address non-controversial matters, such as reflecting the change to district elections, in an effort to “clean up” outdated provisions in the Charter.

The City Council also held a study session on March 16, 2026.

There are three additional proposed changes since that presentation. The first change would eliminate specifying both the day (first and third Monday) and the time of regular Council meetings in the Charter, in favor of specifying the same by resolution. Second, the amendments would completely eliminate the process for selecting a newspaper in which public hearing notices are published from the Charter, and staff would instead plan on delineating the selection process by ordinance. Third, the process of selecting a finance director would be clarified to state that such an appointment is not subject to City Council approval. This staff report is otherwise the same as the content presented on March 16, 2026.

District Elections
Existing Charter Language (Sec. 2.01(a)) Proposed Charter Language There shall be a city council of five members elected by the voters of the city at large.

There shall be a city council of five members elected by the voters of the city at large by districts. Any recall election or special election or appointment to fill a
vacancy shall also be by district.

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any change in the boundaries of the district from
which the councilmember was elected.

The members of the Council are of course now elected by district rather than at large, following a 2021 demand letter claiming a violation of the California Voting Rights Act and demanding a change in City electoral practices. The district election process is also codified in the San Mateo Municipal Code. The additional proposed language clarifies that a redistricting process will occur every ten years, consistent with state and federal law, and that an appointee to fill a vacancy must live in the same district as the Councilmember who vacated the seat at issue. Additionally, where the boundaries of a district are changed, the proposed language clarifies that the terms of then current Councilmembers will not be affected.

Councilmembers Elected in 2017
Existing Charter Language (Sec. 2.01(d).) Proposed Charter Language Provisions applicable to the councilmembers
elected at the general municipal election held in
2015 and the councilmembers elected at the
general municipal election held in 2017.

1. The incumbent councilmembers elected at
the general municipal election held in 2015
shall have their term extended by one year,
until the general municipal election held in
2020.

2. The three councilmembers elected at the
general municipal election held in 2017 shall
hold office for a term of five years,
commencing on the first regular council
meeting in December 2017 until the general
municipal election held in 2022.

Reserved. Provisions applicable to the
councilmembers elected at the general municipal
election held in 2015 and the councilmembers
elected at the general municipal election held in
2017.

1. The incumbent councilmembers elected at
the general municipal election held in 2015
shall have their term extended by one year,
until the general municipal election held in
2020.

This Charter provision was added by the voters in 2017 in order to comply with Senate Bill 415 (SB 415) (2015). SB 415 required cities to realign their elections to even numbered years if prior odd-year elections had resulted in a significant decrease in voter turnout. The City’s 2017 ballot measure did so, also extending the terms of Council members elected in 2015 and 2017 by one year to facilitate this goal. It passed by a vote of 81.4% to 18.6%. However, the terms of office for Council members elected in 2015 and 2017 have now ended (as of 2022 for the latter), and this language is no longer needed. Charter Section 2.01(c) provides for the staggered election of Councilmembers in 2020 (two seats) and 2022 (three seats), and even-numbered years thereafter, for a term of four years.

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Forfeiture of Office for Absence from the City
Existing Charter Language (Sec. 2.07) Proposed Charter Language

Any councilmember shall forfeit his/her office who (1) fails to qualify within 10 days after appointment or certification of election, or (2) is absent from the city continuously for more than 30 days without permission of a majority of the remaining councilmembers, or (3) fails to attend three
consecutive regular meetings of the council without being excused by a majority of the remaining councilmembers,
and the excuse entered in the minutes, or (4) fails to
attend at least two-thirds of all regular meetings of the council during any 12-month period, or (5) is convicted of a violation of any express provision of this Charter or of a crime involving moral turpitude, or (6) attempts to
influence the city manager or city attorney in the making of any appointment or in the purchase of supplies, or (7) lacks at any time during his/her term of office any
qualification for the office prescribed by this Charter or by law.

Any councilmember shall forfeit his/her their office who (1) fails to qualify within 10 days after appointment or certification of election, or (2) is absent from the city continuously for more than 30 60 days without permission of a majority of the remaining councilmembers, or (3) fails to attend three consecutive regular meetings of the
council without being excused by a majority of the
remaining councilmembers, and the excuse entered in the minutes, or (4) fails to attend at least two-thirds of all regular meetings of the council during any 12-month
period, or (5) is convicted of a violation of any express provision of this Charter or of a crime involving moral turpitude, or (6) attempts to influence the city manager or city attorney in the making of any appointment or in the purchase of supplies, or (7) lacks at any time during
his/her their term of office any qualification for the office prescribed by this Charter or by law.

This proposed change would align the Charter with state law applicable to general law cities, specifically Government Code section 36513. That statute provides for a vacancy where a Councilmember is absent without permission from regular Council meetings for 60 days consecutively from the last regular meeting they attended. This revision would also offer more flexibility for Councilmembers who may be out of town for extended periods for personal or work-related reasons.

Time to Fill Council Vacancies
Existing Charter Language (Sec. 2.08) Proposed Charter Language

A vacancy on the city council from whatever cause arising shall be filled by appointment by the council provided, that if the council fails to agree or for any other reason does not fill such vacancy within 30 days after the same occurs, then such vacancy shall be filled by the mayor. The appointee shall hold office until the next general election, when a successor shall be chosen by the electors for the unexpired term. If for any reason the seats of a majority of the council become vacant, then the city clerk shall call a special election at once to fill the vacancies for the
unexpired terms, and the same shall be conducted
substantially in the manner provided for general municipal elections. The candidates receiving the most votes shall serve the longer, if any, of the unexpired terms, and in case of ties the terms shall be fixed by lot.

A vacancy on the city council from whatever cause arising shall be filled by appointment by the council provided, that if the council fails to agree or for any other reason does not fill such vacancy within 30 60 days after the same occurs, then such vacancy shall be filled by the mayor. The appointee shall hold office until the next general election, when a successor shall be chosen by the electors for the unexpired term. If for any reason the seats of a majority of the council become vacant, then the city clerk shall call a special election at once to fill the vacancies for the
unexpired terms, and the same shall be conducted
substantially in the manner provided for general municipal elections. The candidates receiving the most votes shall serve the longer, if any, of the unexpired terms, and in case of ties the terms shall be fixed by lot.

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The time for the Council to decide on filling a vacancy would be increased from 30 to 60 days. This is important because if a vacancy occurs due to a Councilmember being elected to another office, that will likely occur in November. The existing 30-day period would then expire in December during the holiday season. Extending the period to 60 days would allow for increased outreach to the community and a more deliberate application, interview, and selection process.

The draft language also eliminates text allowing candidates receiving the most votes to serve the longer of unexpired terms (and addressing tie votes) where a majority of the Council seats become vacant. Following the shift to district elections, candidates would no longer run for one of several at-large seats and would instead run for a single seat in their district. Thus, the current language is no longer necessary.

Start Time for Council Meetings (Revised Changes)

Existing Charter Language (Sec. 2.09) Proposed Charter Language

The council shall meet at the first regular council meeting in December following a general municipal election and
canvass the returns thereof. The new members shall then be inducted into office, whereupon the council shall elect the mayor and deputy mayor. The regular meetings of the council shall be held on the first and third Monday of each month not earlier than 6:30 p.m., but any regular meeting may be adjourned to a date and time certain, which
adjourned meeting shall be a regular meeting for all
purposes. The council may, in its discretion, change the date of any regularly scheduled Monday council meeting
which would fall on a holiday or other inconvenient day to the nearest convenient day subsequent to the regularly
scheduled Monday council meeting.

The council shall meet at the first regular council meeting in December following a general municipal election and
canvass the returns thereof. The new members shall then be inducted into office, whereupon the council shall elect the mayor and deputy mayor. The regular meetings of the council shall be held on the first and third Monday of each month not earlier than 6:30 p.m. at a day and time
specified by resolution, but any regular meeting may be adjourned to a date and time certain, which adjourned
meeting shall be a regular meeting for all purposes. The council may, in its discretion, change the date of any
regularly scheduled Monday council meeting which would
fall on a holiday or other inconvenient day to the nearest convenient day subsequent to the regularly scheduled
Monday council meeting.

The proposed language would remove 6:30 p.m. as the start time for Council meetings and simply allow the time to be determined by resolution, which will provide the Council with more flexibility. An additional change since the March 16, 2026 study session would be to eliminate the language specifying the first and third Monday of the month as regular meeting days, in favor of specifying both the day and the time by resolution, which will provide more flexibility.

Publication and Expiration of Emergency (Urgency) Ordinances Existing Charter Language (Sec. 2.16) Proposed Charter Language Any ordinance declared by the council to be
necessary as an emergency measure for preserving
the public peace, health, safety, or welfare and
containing the reasons for its urgency, may be
introduced and passed at one and the same
meeting and, if passed by a majority of the council
plus one, shall become effective immediately. As
soon as practicable after its passage an emergency
ordinance shall be published in the official city
newspaper, but the validity of the ordinance shall
Any ordinance declared by the council to be
necessary as an emergency measure for preserving
the public peace, health, safety, or welfare and
containing the reasons for its urgency, may be
introduced and passed at one and the same
meeting and, if passed by a majority of the council
plus one, shall become effective immediately. As
soon as practicable after its passage an emergency
ordinance shall be published in the official city
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not depend upon such publication. Every such
ordinance, except one for emergency
appropriations or calling an election, shall
automatically stand repealed as of the ninety-first
day following the date on which it was adopted, but
this shall not prevent reenactment of the ordinance
if the emergency still exists.
not depend upon such publication. In lieu of
publishing the full text of an emergency ordinance,
a summary thereof may be published in the same
manner as other ordinances. Every such ordinance,
except one for emergency appropriations or calling
an election, shall automatically stand repealed as of
the ninety-first day following the date on which it
was adopted, but this shall not prevent
reenactment of the ordinance if the emergency still
exists.

The draft language would allow for the publication of a summary of an emergency ordinance (more commonly known as an urgency ordinance). Currently, the Charter does not allow publication of a summary, and therefore the entire urgency ordinance must be published in the newspaper. This change would result in modest cost savings, but more importantly would allow for the same flexibility in publishing urgency ordinances that exists for standard ordinances under Charter Section 2.15(d).

Furthermore, this proposal would eliminate language requiring the automatic repeal of urgency ordinances on the 91st day after adoption. This language was not part of the original 1922 Charter and was added in 1970. The circumstances requiring the urgency ordinance would not necessarily have been resolved approximately three months after adoption.

Eliminating this text would not prevent the Council from affirmatively repealing an urgency ordinance as appropriate.

Selection of a Finance Director (New Changes)
Existing Charter Language (Sec. 4.10) Proposed Charter Language There shall be a city treasurer/fiscal director who
shall be appointed by the city manager, subject to
approval by the city council, and who shall serve at
the pleasure of the city manager as the head of the
finance department. The treasurer/fiscal director
shall have the power and shall be required to
receive and safely keep all money and securities
belonging to the city, and pay out the same only on
written authority of the city manager or other
officer or officers designated by the city manager or
as otherwise authorized by law, this Charter or
ordinances adopted pursuant thereto, and not
otherwise. He/she shall also serve as ex officio tax
and license collector for the city with the duties
thereof as provided by ordinance or the general law
of the state, unless the council by ordinance
provides otherwise. The council may contract for
the performance of the functions and duties of the
treasurer/fiscal director.

Responsibility for the accounting system, accounts
and controls, receipts and expenditures, and deposit
and investment may be delegated by the city
manager to the fiscal director. The fiscal director
There shall be a city treasurer/fiscal finance director who shall be appointed by the city manager, subject
to approval by the city council, and who shall serve
at the pleasure of the city manager as the head of
the finance department. The treasurer/fiscal finance
director shall have the power and shall be required
to receive and safely keep all money and securities
belonging to the city, and pay out the same only on
written authority of the city manager or other
officer or officers designated by the city manager or
as otherwise authorized by law, this Charter or
ordinances adopted pursuant thereto, and not
otherwise. The finance director He/she shall also
serve as ex officio tax and license collector for the
city with the duties thereof as provided by
ordinance or the general law of the state, unless the
council by ordinance provides otherwise. The
council may contract for the performance of the
functions and duties of the treasurer/fiscal finance
director.

Responsibility for the accounting system, accounts
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shall also have the power and be required to
perform such other duties as are consistent with
this Charter.
manager to the fiscal finance director. The fiscal
finance director shall also have the power and be
required to perform such other duties as are
consistent with this Charter.

These newly proposed changes would clarify that the appointment of a Finance Director is not subject to approval by the City Council, and would refer to the current title of that position.

Verified Statement of Candidates
Existing Charter Language (Sec. 7.04) Proposed Charter Language (a) No earlier than the first day, and no later than
the last day, specified or provided under state
law for the filing of nomination papers by any
candidate for elective municipal office in
general law cities, as such law shall be in effect
on the first day of January next preceding the
municipal election, each candidate for an
elective office shall file with the city clerk a
statement containing the following information
in the order herein set forth:

1. His/her name;

2. The office for which he/she is a candidate;

3. His/her present residence and occupation;

4. The various kinds of business or employment
he/she has been engaged in during the past five
years and where, also the positions of
importance and trust which he/she may have
held in connection therewith;

5. The civic, improvement or other organizations
which he/she has been a member of within the
past five years and the positions of honor or
trust, which he/she may have held therein;

6. The public offices he/she ever held, if any, as
principal, deputy or employee;

7. The experience, training or education he/she
has received which, in his/her opinion, would
qualify him to fill the office for which he/she is a
candidate;

8. The length of time he/she has been a resident
in the city;
(a)Reserved. No earlier than the first day, and no
later than the last day, specified or provided
under state law for the filing of nomination
papers by any candidate for elective municipal
office in general law cities, as such law shall be
in effect on the first day of January next
preceding the municipal election, each
candidate for an elective office shall file with the
city clerk a statement containing the following
information in the order herein set forth:

1. His/her name;

2. The office for which he/she is a candidate;

3. His/her present residence and occupation;

5. The civic, improvement or other organizations
which he/she has been a member of within the
past five years and the positions of honor or
trust, which he/she may have held therein;

6. The public offices he/she ever held, if any, as
principal, deputy or employee;

7. The experience, training or education he/she
has received which, in his/her opinion, would
qualify him to fill the office for which he/she is a
candidate;

8. The length of time he/she has been a resident
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9. The principal public improvements or
betterments which he/she would urge the
accomplishment of if elected;

10. The names of not more than 15 residents
who know something of his/her character and
abilities;

11. Any other information which, in his/her
opinion, would enable the electors to determine
his/her qualifications for said office.
(b) Said statement shall be verified, and be
accompanied by a photograph of the candidate
taken within the past two years.
(c) The city clerk shall cause the publication of the
statements of each candidate so filed, with the
candidate's photo engraving annexed thereto,
in the official city newspaper by two insertions
therein prior to the day of election. No response
to any one of the various requirements above-
mentioned shall exceed 100 words in length.
(d) The failure to submit the statement or other
information shall not disqualify the candidate.

9. The principal public improvements or
betterments which he/she would urge the
accomplishment of if elected;

10. The names of not more than 15 residents
who know something of his/her character and
abilities;

The language proposed for elimination originally appeared in the 1922 Charter and has only undergone minor changes over the years. As the Council is well aware, the manner in which election campaigns are conducted has vastly changed over the last century. Instead of a statement with the prescribed information constituting a significant source of information for the voters, other sources of information are much more commonly used during an election campaign, such as Internet websites with written material and videos, and social media. Candidates may also submit a statement to be included in a voter information guide that is distributed to voters. This existing provision is thus outdated and is appropriate for removal.

Selection of Newspaper – Publication of Notices (Revised Changes) Existing Charter Language (Sec. 9.07) Proposed Charter Language The council periodically shall advertise for or call for the submission of sealed proposals or bids from all
newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general
circulation within the city, or if none, then from
newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general
circulation with in the County of San Mateo, for the
publication of all ordinances and other legal notices
required to be published. The council may designate the requirements for award of contract. The contract therefor Reserved. The council periodically shall advertise for or call for the submission of sealed proposals or bids from all newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general
circulation within the city, or if none, then from
newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general
circulation with in the County of San Mateo, for the
publication of all ordinances and other legal notices
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shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder,
provided the rates for such publication shall not exceed the customary rate charged for publishing legal notices of a private character. The newspaper to whom such contract is awarded shall be known and designated as the official city newspaper.

In the event no such newspaper will contract with the city as herein provided, or if the official city newspaper is not published, then notice of the matters required to be
published in the official city newspaper shall be given by posting copies thereof at three or more public places in the city as designated by the council, and such posting shall be equivalent to legal publication.

shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder,
provided the rates for such publication shall not exceed the customary rate charged for publishing legal notices of a private character. The newspaper to whom such contract is awarded shall be known and designated as the official city newspaper.

At the March 16, 2026 study session, staff proposed limited revisions to this Charter section that were designed to provide more flexibility in selecting an official newspaper in which public hearing notices and other announcements are required to be published, while allowing consideration of other factors such as local circulation.

Staff is now proposing to eliminate this section entirely, and to instead specify how a newspaper would be selected by ordinance, most likely in Chapter 3.60 (Purchasing), through a flexible process such as a request for proposals.

Miscellaneous Charter Revisions
Staff also plans to propose miscellaneous “clean-up” revisions to the Charter, namely adding gender neutral language where needed.

CHARTER AMENDMENT PROCESS
Under state law, the City Council may propose a charter amendment and submit it to the voters at the next statewide general election, at least 88 days before the election. Govt. §34458(a). The charter amendment will not be adopted until it is approved by a majority vote. Before approving the submittal of a charter amendment to the voters, the City Council must hold at least two public hearings, with published and posted notice, at least 21 calendar days prior to the date of each public hearing. Govt. §34458(b). The second public hearing must be held at least 30 days after the first public hearing, and at least one of the two hearings must be held outside of normal business hours to facilitate public participation. Govt. §34458(b). In this case, both public hearings will take place in the evening during a regular Council meeting. The Council cannot vote on whether to approve submitting the proposal to the voters until 21 days after the second public hearing. Govt. §34458(b). Also, while a public hearing notice is not legally required for the Council action to place a measure on the ballot, staff has built such a notice into the process below for increased transparency.

The Charter amendment must also be filed with the California Secretary of State and the County Recorder, and must be published in the official state statutes. Govt. §§34459 - 34461.

Below is the schedule that builds in a buffer between the projected date of submittal to the voters and the statutory deadline of 88 days before the election. This will allow for better coordination with the County Elections office and an additional Council meeting, if necessary.

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Council Meeting Schedule – Charter Amendments
Dates Purpose
March 13, 2026 Publish/Post legal notice for 1st PH on 4/6 - completed
March 16, 2026 Council Study Session – completed
April 6, 2026 First Public Hearing – tonight
April 24, 2026 Publish/Post legal notice for 2nd PH on 5/18 May 18, 2026 Second Public Hearing
May 22, 2026 Publish/Post legal notice for Council action on 6/15 (not required)
June 15, 2026 Council submits measure to voters
August 7, 2026 88 days before election
November 3, 2026 Election Day
BUDGET IMPACT:

There is no budget impact associated with this public hearing. Enlisting the help of a ballot measure consultant and polling consultant will result in limited additional costs. Also note that consistent with state law, no public funds can be used to advocate for or against a ballot measure. Instead, these funds would be used for polling and education and information to determine how each measure should be formulated. Finally, placing the measure on the ballot at the consolidated November 3, 2026 election will also cost approximately $20,400, which represents the incremental additional cost of including a second measure on the ballot on top of a potential local revenue measure. This represents a rough early estimate and is subject to change.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:

This public hearing 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
A public hearing notice was published in the San Mateo Daily Journal on March 13 and March 27, 2026.

ATTACHMENTS
Att 1 – Proposed Charter Amendments – Tracked Changes

STAFF CONTACT
Prasanna W. Rasiah, City Attorney
[email protected]
(650) 522-7020

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5 San Mateo City Charter

ARTICLE I NAME, BOUNDARIES, AND POWERS OF THE CITY

1.01 Name of The City.

The municipal corporation now existing and known as the City of San Mateo shall remain and continue to be a body politic and corporate as at present, in name, in fact and in law.

1.02 Boundaries.

The boundaries of said city shall be the same as now established, with power and authority to change the same as provided by law.

1.03 Powers.

Said city, by and through its council and other officials, shall have, and may exercise, all powers necessary or appropriate to a municipal corporation and the general welfare of its inhabitants which are not prohibited by the constitution and which it would be competent for this Charter to set forth particularly or specifically, including all powers now or hereafter granted, and the specification herein of any particular powers shall not be held to be exclusive or any limitation of this general grant of powers.

ARTICLE II LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT

2.01 Composition, Eligibility, Election and Terms.
(a) There shall be a city council of five members elected by the voters of the city at large by districts. Any recall election or special election or appointment to fill a vacancy shall also be by district.

Following each decennial federal census, and at other such times as provided by law, the city council shall, by resolution or ordinance, adopt boundaries for all council districts so that all of the districts shall comply with state and federal law. The term of office of any councilmember who has been elected and whose term of office has not expired shall not be affected by any change in the boundaries of the district from which the councilmember was elected. (b) No person shall be eligible to hold office as a member of the city council or for election thereto unless he or she isthey are, and shall have been continuously for at least 30 days immediately preceding the appointment or final filing date for nomination papers for such office, a qualified elector and resident of the city, or of territory annexed to or consolidated with the city.

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5 (c) The members of the city council shall be elected by the voters of the city at a general municipal election to be held in the year 2020 and every even-numbered year as follows:

1. Two councilmembers shall be elected at the general municipal election held in the year 2020.

They shall hold office for a term of four years, commencing on the first regular council meeting in the December immediately following the general municipal election until the general municipal election the fourth year thereafter.

2. Three councilmembers shall be elected at the general municipal election held in the year 2022. They shall hold office for a term of four years, commencing on the first regular council meeting in the December immediately following the general municipal election until the general municipal election the fourth year thereafter.

3. In the event two or more candidates receive the same number of votes and it is necessary for any reason to break the tie, the tie shall be broken by drawing lots under the supervision of the city attorney at the earliest meeting of the council after such a tie has been determined. (d) Reserved. Provisions applicable to the councilmembers elected at the general municipal election held in 2015 and the councilmembers elected at the general municipal election held in 2017.

1. The incumbent councilmembers elected at the general municipal election held in 2015 shall have their term extended by one year, until the general municipal election held in 2020.

2. The three councilmembers elected at the general municipal election held in 2017 shall hold office for a term of five years, commencing on the first regular council meeting in December 2017 until the general municipal election held in 2022.

3. These provisions are necessary to effectuate the change in timing of general municipal elections from odd-numbered years to even-numbered years, as approved by the voters of city in the general municipal election held in 2017.
(e) Councilmembers shall not be eligible for election to nor serve more than three consecutive terms in office provided that no partial term of office shall be counted as any portion of the consecutive terms. (Res. No. 65 § 2, eff. 11-7-17)

2.02 Mayor.

The Council shall elect from among its members officers of the city who shall have the titles of mayor and deputy mayor, each of whom shall serve at the pleasure of the council. The mayor shall preside at meetings of the council, shall be recognized as head of the city government for all ceremonial purposes and by the governor for purposes of military law, but shall have no administrative duties. The deputy mayor shall act as mayor during the absence or disability of the mayor.

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5 2.03 Compensation.

The mayor and other members of the city council shall each receive $600.00 per month compensation for their services as council. Compensation may be adjusted in the manner authorized by the general laws of the State for general law cities of the same population as San Mateo.

2.04 Benefits and Expenses.

Retirement, health and welfare, and social security benefits shall be in addition to, and not be included in, the amount of compensation authorized by this Charter. The mayor and other members of the city council shall receive their actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties of office upon presentation of verified claims therefor on uniform forms to be prescribed by resolution of the city council.

2.05 General Powers and Duties.

All powers of the city shall be vested in the council, except as otherwise provided by law or this Charter, and the council shall provide for the exercise thereof and for the performance of all duties and obligations imposed on the city by law.

2.06 Prohibitions.
(a) Holding Other Office: Except where authorized by law, no councilmember shall hold any other city office or city employment during the term for which they were he/she was elected or appointed by the council, and no former councilmember shall hold any compensated appointed city office or employment until one year after the expiration of the term for which they were he/she was elected or appointed to the council.
(b) Appointments and Removals: Neither the council nor any of its members shall in any manner dictate the appointment or removal of any city administrative or legal officers or employees whom the city manager, city attorney, or any of the city manager's subordinates are empowered to appoint, but the council may express its views and fully and freely discuss with the city manager or city attorney anything pertaining to appointment and removal of such officers and employees. Where council approval of a proposed appointment is required a refusal to approve shall not be construed as a violation of this provision. (c) Interference with Administration: Except for the purpose of inquiries and investigations specifically authorized by this Charter or by law, the council or its members shall deal with city

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5 officers and employees who are subject to the direction and supervision of the manager or city attorney solely through the city manager or city attorney, respectively, and neither the council nor its members shall give orders to any such officer or employee, either publicly or privately.

2.07 Forfeiture of Office.

Any councilmember shall forfeit theirhis/her office who (1) fails to qualify within 10 days after appointment or certification of election, or (2) is absent from the city continuously for more than 3060 days without permission of a majority of the remaining councilmembers, or (3) fails to attend three consecutive regular meetings of the council without being excused by a majority of the remaining councilmembers, and the excuse entered in the minutes, or (4) fails to attend at least two-thirds of all regular meetings of the council during any 12-month period, or (5) is convicted of a violation of any express provision of this Charter or of a crime involving moral turpitude, or (6) attempts to influence the city manager or city attorney in the making of any appointment or in the purchase of supplies, or (7) lacks at any time during theirhis/her term of office any qualification for the office prescribed by this Charter or by law.

2.08 Vacancies in Office.

The appointee shall hold office until the next general election, when a successor shall be chosen by the electors for the unexpired term. If for any reason the seats of a majority of the council become vacant, then the city clerk shall call a special election at once to fill the vacancies for the unexpired terms, and the same shall be conducted substantially in the manner provided for general municipal elections. The candidates receiving the most votes shall serve the longer, if any, of the unexpired terms, and in case of ties the terms shall be fixed by lot.

2.09 Meetings. Generally.

The council shall meet at the first regular council meeting in December following a general municipal election and canvass the returns thereof. The new members shall then be inducted into office, whereupon the council shall elect the mayor and deputy mayor. The regular meetings of the council shall be held on the first and third Monday of each month not earlier than 6:30 p.m. at a day and time specified by resolution, but any regular meeting may be adjourned to a date and time certain, which adjourned meeting shall be a regular meeting for all purposes. The council may, in its discretion, change the date of any regularly scheduled

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5 Monday council meeting which would fall on a holiday or other inconvenient day to the nearest convenient day subsequent to the regularly scheduled Monday council meeting.

Except as otherwise provided by state law, all meetings shall be open to the public.

2.10 Place of Meetings.

All regular and adjourned regular meetings of the council shall be held in the City Hall, unless, by reason of fire, flood or other disaster, the City Hall cannot be used for that purpose, or the council determines that another location in the city would be more suitable due to the capacity or condition of the City Hall. (Res. No. 66 § 3, eff. 11-7-17)

2.11 Special Meetings.

Special meetings may be called and held in the manner and as provided from time to time by the general law of the state.

2.12 Rules and Journal.

The council shall adopt rules for conducting its proceedings, and shall provide for keeping a journal of its proceedings, which shall be a public record. A reasonable number of copies of such rules shall be made available in the office of the city clerk for inspection by members of the public, and copies shall be furnished by the clerk upon payment of a reasonable charge for same.

2.13 Quorum.

A majority of the council shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of any business, but a less number may adjourn from time to time and compel the attendance of absent members in such manner and under such penalties as may be prescribed by ordinance.

2.14 Voting.

The affirmative vote of at least a majority of the council shall be necessary to adopt any resolutions, and the affirmative vote of a majority of the council shall be sufficient for adoption of ordinances except where a larger vote shall be required by law or other provisions of this Charter. Such votes shall be taken by "ayes" and "noes" and entered upon the record.

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5 2.15 Ordinances, Generally.
(a) All proposed ordinances introduced in the council shall be in printed or typewritten form.

The enacting clause of all ordinances passed by the council shall read as follows: "The Council of the City of San Mateo ordains as follows:". The enacting clause of all ordinances initiated by the people shall read as follows: "The People of the City of San Mateo ordain as follows:". (b) No ordinance other than an emergency ordinance shall be passed by the council on the day of its introduction, nor within five days thereafter, nor at any time other than a regular or adjourned regular meeting.
(c) A notice of the general nature of the proposed ordinance or a copy thereof, and of the time and place for its consideration by the council shall be given to those news media to whom notice of special meetings of the council would be required under the general law of the state.

A reasonable number of copies of the proposed ordinance shall be made available for public inspection at reasonable times in the clerk's office and at each of the city libraries, and such notice shall be given by the city clerk as soon as practicable following introduction of the ordinance. Failure to comply with this subsection shall not invalidate the ordinance, but a willful violation shall constitute a misdemeanor and malfeasance in office. (d) A proposed ordinance may be amended or modified between the time of its introduction and the time of its final passage, provided its general scope and original purpose are retained.

All ordinances shall be signed by the mayor and attested by the city clerk. Ordinances shall be published at least once in the official city newspaper before becoming effective; in lieu of publishing the full text of an ordinance, the city clerk may publish a summary of the scope and general purpose of the ordinance in the official city newspaper and post the full text of the ordinance in the office of the city clerk as well as publish the full text of an ordinance on the official city website.

2.16 Emergency Ordinances.

Any ordinance declared by the council to be necessary as an emergency measure for preserving the public peace, health, safety, or welfare and containing the reasons for its urgency, may be introduced and passed at one and the same meeting and, if passed by a majority of the council plus one, shall become effective immediately. As soon as practicable after its passage an emergency ordinance shall be published in the official city newspaper, but the validity of the ordinance shall not depend upon such publication. In lieu of publishing the full text of an emergency ordinance, a summary thereof may be published in the same manner as other ordinances. Every such ordinance, except one for emergency appropriations or calling an election, shall automatically stand repealed as of the ninety-first day following the date on which it was adopted, but this shall not prevent reenactment of the ordinance if the emergency still exists.

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5 2.17 Investigations.

The council may make investigations into the affairs of the city and the conduct of any city department, office or agency, and for this purpose may subpoena witnesses, administer oaths and affirmations, take testimony and require the production of evidence. Any person who fails or refuses to obey a lawful order issued in the exercise of these powers by the council shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

2.18 City Attorney. Powers and Duties.

There shall be a city attorney who shall be appointed by and who shall serve at the pleasure of the council. The city attorney shall be an attorney at law licensed as such under the laws of this state, a specialist in municipal law, and must have been engaged in the practice of law for three years or have served in the capacity of municipal attorney or assistant municipal attorney for at least three years prior to appointment. The city attorney shall have the power and be required to:
(a) Serve as chief legal advisor to the council, the manager, and all city departments, offices and agencies.
(b) Prepare proposed ordinances and resolutions and advise the council as to their compliance with law and the provisions of this Charter, and draft contracts and other legal documents required by the council or other officials except as may be otherwise provided. (c) Prior to the general municipal election each two years to review all city ordinances and the Charter, and at the first regular meeting of the council after such election make recommendations to the council for amendments to or repeal of ordinances and enactment of new ordinances in the city attorney's opinion required to improve the ordinance code, and for any Charter amendments the city attorney may deem advisable. (d) Attend all meetings of the council unless excused by the council or the mayor. (e) Perform any other duties prescribed by law, this Charter, or ordinance, or as the council may from time to time require not inconsistent with law or this Charter.

The city council may authorize the city attorney to hire additional attorneys and personnel for the city attorney's legal staff. Except as may otherwise be provided in this Charter or in ordinances relating to personnel approved by vote of the people, the city attorney's staff shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the city attorney.

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When the city attorney is an in-house employee of the city, the city council may remove the city attorney at any time by the affirmative vote of a majority of the council plus one.

2.19 Control of Legal Proceedings.

Acting through the city attorney, the city council shall have control of all legal business and may employ additional attorneys to take charge of any litigation or matter or to assist the city attorney therein.

ARTICLE III CITY MANAGER

3.01 Appointment. Qualifications. Compensation.

There shall be a city manager who shall be appointed by and who shall serve at the pleasure of the city council. The city manager shall be appointed solely on the basis of the city manager's executive and administrative qualifications. The city manager shall receive such compensation for services as the council shall determine.

3.02 Removal.

The council may remove the city manager from office in accordance with the following procedures:
(a) The council shall adopt by affirmative vote of a majority of the council plus one a preliminary resolution which must state the reasons for removal and may suspend the city manager from duty for a period not to exceed forty-five days. A copy of the resolution shall be delivered promptly to the city manager.
(b) Within five days after a copy of the resolution is delivered to the city manager, he they may file with the council a written request for a public hearing. This hearing shall be held at a council meeting not earlier than fifteen days nor later than thirty days after the request is filed. The city manager may file with the council a written reply not later than five days before the hearing. (c) The council may adopt a final resolution of removal, which may be made effective immediately, by affirmative vote of a majority of the council plus one at any time after five days from the date when a copy of the preliminary resolution was delivered to the city manager, if the city manager he has not requested a public hearing, or at any time after the public hearing if he the city manager has requested one.

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5 (d) The city manager shall continue to receive his their salary until the effective date of a final resolution of removal. The action of the council in suspending or removing the manager shall be final.
(e) During the period of suspension and after the effective date of a final resolution of removal the powers of the city manager shall be exercised by an acting city manager until a new city manager is appointed and qualifies.

3.03 Acting City Manager.

By letter filed with the city clerk, the city manager shall designate a qualified city administrative officer to exercise the powers and perform the duties of the city manager during a temporary absence or disability. During such absence or disability, the council may revoke such designation at any time and appoint another officer of the city to serve until the city manager shall return.

3.04 Powers and Duties of the City Manager.

The city manager shall be the chief administrative officer of the city. The city manager shall be responsible to the council for the administration of all city affairs placed in theirhis/her charge by or under this Charter. The city manager shall have the following powers and duties:
(a) To direct and supervise the administration of all departments, offices and agencies of the city, except as otherwise provided by this Charter or by law. (b) To attend all council meetings, unless excused by the council or the mayor, and shall have the right to take part in discussion but may not vote.
(c) To see that all laws, provisions of this Charter and acts of the council, subject to enforcement by the city managerhim/her or by officers subject to the city manager’shis/her direction and supervision, are faithfully executed.
(d) To prepare and submit the annual budget and capital program to the council. (e) To submit to the council and make available to the public a report on the finances and administrative activities of the city as of the end of each fiscal year. (f) To make such other reports as the council may require concerning the operations of city departments, offices and agencies subject to the city manager’shis/her direction and supervision.

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5 (g) To keep the council fully advised as to the financial condition and future needs of the city and make such recommendations to the council concerning the affairs of the city as the city manager he/she deems desirable.
(h) To appoint such advisory boards as the city manager he/she may deem desirable to advise and assist him in theirhis/her work, provided such boards shall not receive any compensation. (i) At any time in the city manager’shis/her discretion, and with or without notice, examine or cause to be examined the conduct of any administrative officer or employee of the city. (j) To perform such other duties as are specified in this Charter or may be required by the council.

ARTICLE IV GENERAL ADMINISTRATION

4.01 Officers and Employees. Generally.

In addition to members of the city council, the mayor, city manager, and city attorney, the officers and employees of the City of San Mateo shall consist of those provided for in this Charter, and such other officers and employees as the council may provide by ordinance or resolution or as may be required by law from time to time.

4.02 Administrative Departments. Generally.

The city council may provide by ordinance for the organization, conduct, creation, and operation of the departments of the city, and for their consolidation, alteration, or abolition.

When the positions are not incompatible the city council may combine in one person the powers and duties of two or more officers. There shall be a separate Police Department and Free Public Library, each of which shall remain as a separate department with its own department head, provided, however, that the city council may enter into agreements with other agencies for the joint provision of police or library services.

The city council may assign additional functions or duties to offices, departments or agencies.

No office provided by this Charter to be filled by appointment by the city manager may be consolidated with an office to be filled by appointment by the city council.

Subject to the provisions of this Charter, the city council shall provide for the number, titles, qualifications, powers, duties, compensation, benefits, and other conditions of employment of all officers and employees. Salaries shall be fixed by resolution. (Res. No. 75 § 2, eff. 12-5-16)

4.03 New Department.

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4.04 City Manager As Ex Officio Department Head.

Except as inconsistent with law or this Charter, with the consent of the city council the city manager may serve as the head of one or more of the administrative departments or may appoint one person as the head of two or more of them.

4.05 General Duties of Officers.

All officers who serve at the pleasure of the city manager shall have such duties as may be required of them by the city manager in addition to duties prescribed by law, by ordinance, or by this Charter.

4.06 Administrative Employees. Appointment and Removal.

Except as may otherwise be provided in this Charter or in ordinances relating to personnel approved by vote of the people, all administrative officers and employees shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the city manager. With the consent of the city council the city manager may authorize any administrative officer to exercise these powers with respect to subordinates in that officer's department.

4.07 Administering Oaths.

Each department head and deputies shall have the power to administer oaths and affirmations in connection with any official business pertaining to the department head's department.

4.08 Delivery of Properties to Successors.

All officers, boards, and commissions and members thereof shall surrender and deliver to their successors all official papers, books, documents, records, archives and other properties pertaining to their respective offices or departments in their possession or under their control.

4.09 City Clerk. Powers and Duties.

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4.10 Treasurer/Fiscal Director. Powers and Duties.

There shall be a city treasurer/fiscal finance director who shall be appointed by the city manager, subject to approval by the city council, and who shall serve at the pleasure of the city manager as the head of the finance department. The treasurer/fiscalfinance director shall have the power and shall be required to receive and safely keep all money and securities belonging to the city, and pay out the same only on written authority of the city manager or other officer or officers designated by the city manager or as otherwise authorized by law, this Charter or ordinances adopted pursuant thereto, and not otherwise. The finance directorHe/she shall also serve as ex officio tax and license collector for the city with the duties thereof as provided by ordinance or the general law of the state, unless the council by ordinance provides otherwise.

The council may contract for the performance of the functions and duties of the treasurer/fiscal finance director.

Responsibility for the accounting system, accounts and controls, receipts and expenditures, and deposit and investment may be delegated by the city manager to the fiscal finance director. The fiscal finance director shall also have the power and be required to perform such other duties as are consistent with this Charter.

4.11 Librarian. Powers and Duties.

There shall be a librarian who shall be appointed by the city manager with the approval of the library board of trustees. The librarian shall serve at the pleasure of the manager, subject, however, to the power of the library board of trustees by the affirmative vote of a majority plus one to disapprove the suspension or removal of the librarian. The librarian shall be the department head, and subject to other provisions of this Charter, shall have charge of administration of the city libraries.

4.12 Human Resources Director. Powers and Duties.

There shall be a human resources director who shall be appointed by and who shall serve at the pleasure of the city manager. The human resources director shall have the responsibility of

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5 attending all meetings of any board or commission established to advise or deal with personnel matters, and shall administer laws, rules and ordinances affecting employees in the classified service not specifically reserved to the city manager or other officer or board or commission, by law, ordinance or this Charter, and shall establish and keep records of all officials and employees in the classified service. The human resources director shall have had at least three years progressively responsible experience in human resources administration and such other qualifications as may be required by ordinance. (Res. No. 66 § 3, eff. 11-7-17)

4.13 Oath of Office.

Every officer, whether appointed or elected, shall take the constitutional oath of office and subscribe thereto before entering upon the performance of the officer’shis/her official duties.

ARTICLE V FISCAL ADMINISTRATION

5.01 Fiscal Year.

Unless changed by ordinance adopted by the affirmative vote of a majority of the council plus one, the fiscal year shall begin on the first day of July and shall end on the last day of June of the following year.

5.02 Budget.

Each department of the city shall provide, in the form and at the time directed by the city manager, all information required by the city manager to develop a budget, including capital accounts, conforming to modern budget practices and procedures as well as specific information which may be prescribed by the council. At least 30 days before the commencement of a fiscal year, the city manager shall prepare and present to the council in such form and manner as it may prescribe budget recommendations for the next succeeding fiscal year. Following a public budget hearing, the council shall adopt by resolution a budget of proposed expenditures and appropriations necessary therefor for the ensuing year, failing which the appropriations and budget for the fiscal year shall be deemed effective in the new fiscal year until the new budget and appropriation measures are adopted.

5.03 Budget Limitation.

The total proposed budget requirements shall not exceed total available resources. (Res. No. 66 § 3, eff. 11-7-17)

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Unexpended and unobligated funds shall be held in reserve for contingencies or other purposes as determined by council. Funds held in reserve may be appropriated by resolution of the council, including, but not limited to, the annual budget resolution. (Res. No. 66 § 3, eff. 11-7- 17)

5.05 Limitation on Reserves for Contingencies.

The council shall establish reserves which in its discretion are proper.

5.06 Budget Notices to Public.

On the first Monday and first Thursday in the last month of each fiscal year, the city manager shall cause to be published in the official city newspaper notice of the time for holding a public hearing on the budget. Copies of the proposed budget shall be made available for inspection by the public in the office of the city clerk at least 10 days prior to said hearing, and copies of the proposed budget shall be furnished at a reasonable charge to persons requesting same upon payment therefor.

5.07 Capital Program.
(a) The city manager shall annually prepare and submit to the council a five-year capital program at the same time budget recommendations for the next succeeding fiscal year are submitted to the council by the city manager.
(b) The capital program shall include:

1. A clear, general summary of its contents.

2. A list of all capital improvements which are proposed to be undertaken during the five fiscal years next ensuing, with appropriate supporting information as to the necessity for such improvements.

3. Cost estimates, method of financing, and time schedules for each such improvement.

4. The estimated annual cost of operating and maintaining facilities to be constructed or acquired.
(c) The above information may be revised and extended each year with regard to capital improvements still pending or in process of construction or acquisition.

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5 5.08 Capital Improvement Funds.

The council shall create a capital improvement fund with such capital improvement accounts as may be required to finance the improvements specified in the creation of such accounts, and each such account shall remain inviolate except for the purposes for which it was created, whether general or specific unless the use of any such account for some other capital improvement purpose is authorized by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of the council plus one. When the purpose of any capital improvement account has been accomplished, the council may transfer any unexpended or unencumbered surplus remaining in such account to any other general or specific capital improvement account.

5.09 Council Action on Capital Program.

On or before the last day of the first month of a current fiscal year the council, after due notice and public hearing, shall by resolution, adopt the capital program, with or without amendment thereto.

5.10 Other Funds.

The council shall create such other special funds as are required for proper accounting and fiscal management, or required as a condition of receiving funds from any other government or to fulfill any bonded or other contractual obligation of the city.

5.11 Levy of Property Tax. Procedure for Assessment and Collection.

To the extent that the Constitution does not limit the setting of the ad valorem property tax rate, the city council shall: Not later than the date set by state law for this purpose, the council shall by resolution fix the rate of property tax to be levied and levy the tax upon all taxable property in the city. Such rate shall be adequate to meet all obligations of the city for the fiscal year, taking into account estimated revenue from all other sources. Should the council fail to fix the rate and levy taxes within the time prescribed, the rate for the next preceding fiscal year shall thereupon be automatically effective, and a tax at such rate shall be levied upon all taxable property in the city for the current fiscal year. The procedure for the assessment and collection of taxes upon property, taxable for municipal purposes, shall be prescribed by ordinance of the city council.

5.12 Dollar Limit.

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5.13 Supplemental, Emergency, and Lapsed Appropriations. (a) Supplemental Appropriations: If during the fiscal year there are funds available for appropriation, the council by resolution may make supplemental appropriations. At any time during the fiscal year the city manager may transfer part or all of any unencumbered appropriation balance among programs within a department and, upon written request of the city manager, the council may by resolution transfer part or all of any unencumbered appropriation balance from one department to another; provided that no appropriation for debt service may be reduced or transferred, and no appropriation may be reduced below any amount required by law to be appropriated or by more than the amount of the unencumbered balance thereof.
(b) Lapsed Appropriations: Every appropriation, except an appropriation for a capital expenditure, grant funds, or other funds not within the budgeting authority of the city council, shall lapse at the close of the fiscal year to the extent that it has not been expended or encumbered. (Res. No. 66 § 3, eff. 11-7-17)

5.14 Accounting System.

The city manager shall establish and maintain a system of financial procedures, accounts and controls for the city government and each of its departments, which shall conform to generally accepted principles of accounting which shall be adequate to account for all money on hand and for all income and expenditures in such detail as will provide complete and informative data concerning the financial affairs of the city and in such manner as the council may prescribe and as will be readily susceptible to audit and review.

5.15 Receipts and Expenditures.

All money received by the city shall be deposited in the city treasury and in institutions and investments authorized for cities by law, and no money shall be disbursed without the approval of the city manager or of another officer duly authorized by themhim/her. No expenditure of city funds shall be made except for the purposes and in the manner specified by an appropriation of the council; nor shall any disbursement be made unless obligations are properly supported by accounting evidence and sufficient funds are available. The city manager or other officer authorized by themhim/her to make disbursements shall be represented by the city attorney in all legal matters in connection therewith. (Res. No. 66 § 3, eff. 11-7-17)

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The city manager shall arrange for the deposit in the city treasury and in institutions and investments authorized for cities by law of all funds collected by the city, according to a schedule prescribed by him/her. After taking into account the amounts necessary to meet the current and pending requirements of the city, the city manager may arrange for the term deposit in financial institutions authorized by law and investment in securities authorized by law of any balances available for such purpose and the yield therefrom shall be credited as revenue to the general fund unless otherwise provided by law or directed by the council.

5.17 Cash Pool Operations. Check System.

The council may by ordinance provide for financing of municipal obligations by cash pool operations, and for utilization of a check system, or other system equivalent or comparable thereto, including credit and debit cards, rather than the warrant system. Except for those funds restricted by bond indentures, state or federal law, other sections of this Charter or specific conditions of the legislation creating them, temporary transfers between funds are permitted.

The council shall from time to time by ordinance provide for methods for issuance of checks, drafts and/or other orders for payment of money in the name of the city, and for authorized signatures to negotiable instruments drawn in the name of the city, and may authorize facsimile as well as actual signatures to be valid and binding on the city, and shall prescribe such system as it shall deem advisable to protect against unauthorized issuance of checks, drafts or other orders for payment of money in the name of the city.

5.18 Payment of Salaries.

All demands for salaries which are fixed by law, resolution, or this Charter, shall be allowed and paid regularly without the necessity of any specific approval for each payment.

5.19 Surplus Bond Money.

All money derived from the sale of bonds, including premiums and accrued interest, shall be applied only to the purposes for which the bonds were issued. After such purposes have been fully completed and paid for, any remaining surplus shall be transferred to the fund established for meeting the interest and redemption of such bonds.

5.20 Purchases and Contracts.

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5.21 Bids and Awards.

The council shall establish by ordinance the conditions and procedures for any purchase or contract, and establish advertising and bidding requirements, and may provide that all bids may be rejected. The ordinance may provide that under specified conditions which the awarding authority must find and determine to exist in each applicable instance, advertising and bidding may be dispensed with, except the ordinance may provide that where the expenditure required for a purchase or contract does not exceed a sum fixed by the ordinance advertising and bidding shall be dispensed with unless the council shall for a particular purchase or contract order advertising and bidding.

5.22 Official Bonds.

The council shall determine which officers and employees shall give bonds for the faithful performance of their official duties, and fix the amount of said bonds and provide for payment of the premium of such bonds by the city. Such officers and employees, before entering upon their official duties, shall execute a bond to the city in the penal sum required, which bond shall include any other offices of which they may be ex officio incumbent. Said bonds shall be approved by the council and filed with the city clerk.

5.23 Revenue Bonds.

The council may issue revenue bonds for any lawful purpose in such manner and upon such terms and conditions as it may fix and establish by the provisions of a procedural ordinance.

5.24 Public Improvements and Street Work.

All public improvements, including improving, widening or opening of streets or highways, may be done under and in pursuance of the general law of the state or procedural ordinances adopted by the council or the electors, and the whole or any portion of the cost thereof paid by the city or assessed on the property benefitted; provided that, except in a case of actual emergency the nature and existence of which is found and determined by resolution adopted by unanimous vote of the council, no public improvements to be financed by a bonded indebtedness of a city-wide district to be created under ordinances heretofore or hereafter

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5.25 Franchises.

Every franchise, contract, or privilege for a public utility to construct, maintain, or operate any railroad or other means of transportation in or over any street or highway, or to lay pipes or conduits, or erect poles or wires or other structures in or across any street or highway for the transmission of gas, electricity, or other commodity or utility, or for the use of public property or places now or hereafter belonging to the city, shall be granted by the city council pursuant to ordinance or the general laws of the State upon such terms and conditions as the city council deems proper.

No franchise, privilege, or contract shall be construed to impair or affect the right of the city to acquire the property of the grantee either by purchase or through the exercise of the right of eminent domain.

5.26 Auditing.

The council shall employ, by majority vote, a certified public accountant, or a firm of certified public accountants as independent auditor to conduct an annual audit and examination of the fiscal administration of the city. Copies of the annual audit and report shall, within a reasonable time after receipt thereof by the council, be furnished at a reasonable charge to persons requesting same upon payment therefor.

Unless the council shall by ordinance make other provision for the performance of the following functions, the independent auditor shall by contract also be required:
(a) To make such periodic examinations of the systems and procedures of the city for the receipt, disbursement, and accounting for funds of all types as are necessary to satisfy the auditor that such systems and procedures are efficient and give adequate protection for safeguarding city assets, protect against improper disbursements and assure reasonable protection against irregularity or defalcation.
(b) To make such sample tests, observations, inquiries and independent substantiations as are necessary to satisfy the auditor, within reason, that there is proper compliance with prescribed systems and procedures or in the operation thereof.
(c) To report the results thereof periodically to the city manager and the council, and report to the council instances of non-compliance with prescribed or recommended fiscal or accounting procedures where recommendations for compliance have not been implemented after reasonable time and opportunity.

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ARTICLE VI BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

6.01 Library Board of Trustees. Powers and Duties.

There shall be a library board of trustees consisting of five members which shall have the power and duty to:
(a) Exercise the sole responsibility for establishment from time to time of library department policy in selection of books, reading, visual, auditory and like material to be acquired or purchased and the classification thereof, subject, however, to limitations of the budget for such purposes.
(b) Make and enforce such bylaws, rules and regulations as may be necessary or appropriate in the maintenance and operation of public libraries free to the permanent inhabitants and non- resident taxpayers of the city, including fines, penalties, and provision for collection of obligations to the library.
(c) Accept in the name of the city, money, personal property, or real property donated to the city for library purposes, subject to approval of the council, except that unless the council by ordinance provides otherwise, the board shall have the power to accept gifts other than real property in an amount or value of Five Hundred Dollars or less for library purposes or use without specific consent of the council where no obligation attaches to the city other than use for benefit of the libraries, and to hold, convert to cash, invest in insured savings, or expend same for the use and benefit of the libraries.

Funds received by way of gift or bequest for the benefit of the city libraries shall not be subject to appropriation for other purposes, nor other than as provided by the donors except as may be authorized by a court of competent jurisdiction.
(d) Hold in trust and provide for the proper application and use to the library of any gift, devise, or bequest in accordance with the terms and conditions thereof where payment into the city treasury is inconsistent with such terms and conditions, provided the council shall first have approved acceptance of such terms and conditions.
(e) Approve or disapprove the appointment of the librarian, and disapprove of the suspension or removal of the librarian by the affirmative vote of a majority plus one of the board. (f) Sell or otherwise dispose of surplus books and other excess materials peculiar to a public library under such procedures and upon such conditions as the council shall by ordinance prescribe.

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The council may by ordinance from time to time prescribe appropriate procedures for the purchase of books and other materials peculiar to the libraries.

6.02 Library Fund.

At such times that the council sets the tax rate, the council shall provide for maintaining the libraries and the operation thereof, and apportion the revenue thus provided to a fund designated in the budget as the library fund. Such tax shall be in addition to other taxes permitted in the municipality, but shall not exceed Thirty Cents per One Hundred Dollars assessed valuation. Payments from the library fund shall be made for all claims properly chargeable against the same.

6.03 Library Board of Trustees. Appointment, Removal, Terms.

Members of the library board of trustees shall be appointed in the same manner and for the same terms, and subject to the same limitations, as in this Charter provided for city commissions in general, except that a member of the library board of trustees shall be subject to removal from office by action of the council only after being furnished on demand a written statement of the cause and being afforded an opportunity for a public hearing.

The incumbent members of the library board of trustees at the time this Charter takes effect, and any successor by appointment to fill any vacancy then existing, shall constitute the first library board of trustees under this Charter.

6.04 Planning Commission. Other Boards and Commissions.

In addition to the library board of trustees there shall be a planning commission which shall have the powers and duties from time to time provided by law or by ordinance.

There shall also be such other boards and commissions as may from time to time be established by ordinance adopted by the council or approved by the people. Except as may otherwise be provided by this Charter, or ordinance of the council or ordinance approved by the people, all such other boards and commissions now or hereafter established shall be for advisory purposes only to the council, the city manager, or to departments within the city. A board or commission

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6.05 Composition. Qualifications. Terms and Limits of Terms.

The members of all boards and commissions created by ordinance or by this Charter shall be appointed by the council, and shall at the time of appointment and while serving possess the same qualifications as required by this Charter for election or appointment to the council.

The number of members of such a board or commission shall not exceed the authorized number of members of the city council unless the ordinance establishing such additional number be approved by vote of the people or by unanimous vote of the council.

The members of such boards and commissions shall be appointed for terms of four years, except that if the ordinance provides, initial terms may be pared by lot as necessary so that each year one or more terms will expire.

The terms of office of existing boards or commissions having regular terms of more or less than four years shall be pared or extended as to incumbents in such manner as the city council shall determine so as to establish four-year terms in conformity with this section within two years after this Charter goes into effect.

No member of a board or commission shall be eligible for reappointment to the same board or commission after serving two consecutive four-year terms provided that no partial term of office shall be counted as any portion of the consecutive terms.

6.06 Payment of Expenses. Prohibition of Compensation.

The members of such boards and commissions shall receive no compensation for their services as such, but may receive reimbursement for their actual and necessary expenses authorized by the city council and incurred in performance of their duties of office upon presentation of verified claims therefor on uniform forms to be prescribed by resolution of the city council.

6.07 Appropriations for Boards and Commissions.

The city council shall include in its annual budget such appropriations of funds as in its opinion shall be sufficient for the efficient and proper functioning of such boards and commissions.

6.08 Removal from Office. Vacancies.

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Any vacancies shall be filled by appointment by the city council for the remainder of the unexpired term.

6.09 Special Committees. Limitations.

The city council may from time to time establish citizens or taxpayers' committees for specific advisory purposes only, and for periods not exceeding two years. Such a committee may be renewed or extended by action of the council anew for a period not exceeding the original term of the committee. The city council may include in its annual budget, or in interim appropriations, such funds as in its opinion shall be sufficient to accomplish the purpose of such committees.

6.10 Ex Officio Members.

The city manager and the city attorney, or their representatives, and a representative from the city council, shall be ex officio members of all boards, commissions, and committees. The council may in the ordinance establishing any advisory board, commission, or committee provide for additional ex officio members who shall be appointed by the council for such terms as may be prescribed but who need not possess the qualifications required of regular members.

Ex officio members shall have the same rights as official members including the right to attend meetings and participate in discussions, but shall not be entitled to vote.

6.11 Power of Subpoena. Limitations.

No board, commission, or committee shall have the power of subpoena to compel attendance of witnesses, to examine them under oath, to compel production of evidence before it and to administer oaths and affirmations, unless such power shall be granted by ordinance approved by a majority of the city council plus one. The power of subpoena being so granted, the same may be exercised by issuance of subpoena by the city clerk upon application in writing by the city attorney, by the chairperson of the board, commission, or committee, or by a majority of the board, commission, or committee. Disobedience of a lawful order issued in exercise of such powers shall be a misdemeanor.

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5 6.12 Declaration of Policy. Citizen Participation.

It is and shall be the policy of the City of San Mateo to foster a climate of human relations favorable to the full acceptance and participation of all citizens in the community in the economic, educational, political and cultural aspects of the community and opportunity to share in the benefits thereof without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, or other factors which are prohibited from discrimination in appointments to local government boards, commissions, and committees by federal or state law.

To that end, and to secure for the city the benefit of the talents, skills and counsel of public- spirited and dedicated citizens in all areas of local government, it is the policy of the city that advisory boards, commissions and committees be established from time to time as the council deems appropriate in furtherance of community progress and harmony, and the solution of community problems.

ARTICLE VII ELECTIONS

7.01 General Municipal Elections.

General municipal elections shall be held in the city on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each even-numbered year, in the manner provided by state law governing elections in general law cities; provided, that in the event any other election shall be held in the city in the month of November of the same year, the council may consolidate the general municipal election with such other election whenever practicable, and shall in any event call and schedule the general municipal election for the same date as any such other election. (Res.

No. 65 § 3, eff. 11-7-17)

7.02 Special Municipal Elections.

Special municipal elections may be called and held in accordance with and in the manner provided by state law governing elections in general law cities.

7.03 Initiative, Referendum and Recall.

The people of the city reserve to themselves the powers of initiative, referendum, and the recall of elected officials, to be exercised in accordance with and in the manner provided by state law governing general law cities.

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5 7.04 ReservedVerified Statement of Candidates.
(a) No earlier than the first day, and no later than the last day, specified or provided under state law for the filing of nomination papers by any candidate for elective municipal office in general law cities, as such law shall be in effect on the first day of January next preceding the municipal election, each candidate for an elective office shall file with the city clerk a statement containing the following information in the order herein set forth:

1. His/her name;

2. The office for which he/she is a candidate;

3. His/her present residence and occupation;

4. The various kinds of business or employment he/she has been engaged in during the past five years and where, also the positions of importance and trust which he/she may have held in connection therewith;

5. The civic, improvement or other organizations which he/she has been a member of within the past five years and the positions of honor or trust, which he/she may have held therein;

6. The public offices he/she ever held, if any, as principal, deputy or employee;

7. The experience, training or education he/she has received which, in his/her opinion, would qualify him to fill the office for which he/she is a candidate;

8. The length of time he/she has been a resident in the city;

9. The principal public improvements or betterments which he/she would urge the accomplishment of if elected;

10. The names of not more than 15 residents who know something of his/her character and abilities;

11. Any other information which, in his/her opinion, would enable the electors to determine his/her qualifications for said office.
(b) Said statement shall be verified, and be accompanied by a photograph of the candidate taken within the past two years.
(c) The city clerk shall cause the publication of the statements of each candidate so filed, with the candidate's photo engraving annexed thereto, in the official city newspaper by two insertions therein prior to the day of election. No response to any one of the various requirements above-mentioned shall exceed 100 words in length. (d) The failure to submit the statement or other information shall not disqualify the candidate.

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5 ARTICLE VIII PARKS

8.01 Dedication for Park Purposes.

Lands owned by the City which are more than four acres in size and which are dedicated by ordinance of the City Council for park, playground, recreation, or open space purposes shall not thereafter be sold or otherwise disposed of, nor converted to different purposes, except pursuant to majority vote of the electorate. The City Council may lease such dedicated lands for park, playground, recreation, or open space purposes. "Majority vote of the electorate" shall mean majority of the persons voting on the measure.

8.02 Conveyance of Minor Portion.

Without an election, the City Council may convey a minor portion of such dedicated lands after (a) notice and public hearing, (b) determination that the conveyance is in the public interest, and (c) adoption of a resolution authorizing the conveyance.

ARTICLE IX MISCELLANEOUS

9.01 Personal Financial Interest.

City officers and employees shall comply with the general law regarding disclosure of and disqualification on account of personal financial interests.

9.02 Prohibitions.
(a) Activities Prohibited:

1. No person shall be appointed to or removed from, or in any way favored or discriminated against with respect to any city position or appointive city administrative office on account of any matter that constitutes employment discrimination in state or federal law.

2. No person shall willfully make any false statement, certificate, mark, rating or report in regard to any test, certification, or appointment under the personnel provisions of this Charter, or ordinances relating to personnel, or rules and regulations made thereunder, or in any manner commit or attempt to commit any fraud preventing the impartial execution of such provisions, rules and regulations.

3. No person who seeks appointment or promotion with respect to any city appointive position or appointive city office shall directly or indirectly give, render or pay any money, service or other valuable thing to any person for or in connection with theirhis/her test, appointment, proposed appointment, promotion or proposed promotion.

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5 4. No city officer or employee shall grant special consideration, treatment, advantages, or use of city-owned property to himself/herself or any citizen beyond that which is available to every other citizen, nor shall any city officer or employee charge or collect any fee, commission or percentage by way of compensation to himself/herself.
(b) Penalties: Any person who alone or with others willfully violates any of the foregoing provisions of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. Any person convicted under this section shall be ineligible for a period of five years thereafter to hold any office or position with the city, and, if an officer or employee of the city, shall immediately forfeit theirhis office or position.
(c) The council may by ordinance define, prohibit, and provide penalties for substantial conflicts of personal interest of city officers and employees.

9.03 Nepotism.

The city council shall not appoint to a salaried position under the city government, or to any board or commission, any person who is a relative by blood or marriage within the third degree of any one or more of the members of such city council, nor shall any department head or other officer having appointive power appoint any relative of theirshis/her or of one or more of the members of such city council within such degree to any such position.

9.04 Dual Offices.

Any elective officer of the city who shall accept or retain any other incompatible elective public office shall be deemed thereby to have vacated theirhis/her office under the city government.

9.05 Violations of Charter and Ordinances.

The violation of any express provision of this Charter shall be deemed to be a misdemeanor as well as any violation specifically declared herein to be a misdemeanor. Such violations shall be punishable by fine not exceeding One Thousand Dollars or by imprisonment for not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. The violation of an ordinance shall be punishable as in the ordinance. The city council by ordinance may establish civil penalty provisions.

9.06 Municipal Affairs.

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5 The city may adopt and enforce all ordinances, resolutions, and regulations in respect to municipal affairs, subject only to restrictions and limitations provided in this Charter and the Constitution of the State of California. It shall also have the power to exercise any and all rights, powers, and privileges, including proprietary powers, heretofore or hereafter established, granted, or prescribed by any law of the State, by this Charter, or by any other lawful authority, or which a municipal corporation might or could exercise under the Constitution of the State of California, including all powers not in conflict with the provisions of this Charter now or hereafter granted to cities organized under the general law of the State of California. The enumeration in this Charter of any power shall not be held to be exclusive of or a limitation upon this general grant of power. To the extent permissible by law, general laws of the State, even in the absence of council action, shall not be of any force or effect insofar as they attempt to regulate municipal affairs.

9.07 Official City NewspaperReserved.

The council periodically shall advertise for or call for the submission of sealed proposals or bids from all newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general circulation within the city, or if none, then from newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general circulation with in the County of San Mateo, for the publication of all ordinances and other legal notices required to be published. The council may designate the requirements for award of contract. The contract therefor shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, provided the rates for such publication shall not exceed the customary rate charged for publishing legal notices of a private character. The newspaper to whom such contract is awarded shall be known and designated as the official city newspaper.

In the event no such newspaper will contract with the city as herein provided, or if the official city newspaper is not published, then notice of the matters required to be published in the official city newspaper shall be given by posting copies thereof at three or more public places in the city as designated by the council, and such posting shall be equivalent to legal publication.

9.08 Definitions.

Unless the provision or the context requires otherwise, as used in this Charter: "shall" is mandatory and "may" is permissive; "law", "state law", "general law", and similar terms, mean the law as it now exists or may hereafter be enacted applicable to general law cities in this state; "state" means the State of California; "county" means the County of San Mateo; "city" means the City of San Mateo; nouns or pronouns includes the masculine, feminine, and the neuter, and the singular includes the plural.

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5 9.09 Severability.

If any section or subsection of this Charter, or the application thereof, is held invalid, that invalidity shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any other section or subsection and this Charter shall continue in full force and effect as if the invalid section or subsection were not a part of the Charter.

ARTICLE X TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS

10.01 Continuing Officers and Employees.

Until the election or appointment and induction into office of the officers and employees in this Charter provided for, the present officers and employees shall without interruption, continue to perform the duties of their respective offices and employments, and until otherwise provided by ordinance or resolution adopted pursuant to this Charter.

10.02 Continuing Ordinances in Force.

All lawful ordinances, resolutions, and regulations in force at the time this Charter takes effect, and not inconsistent with its provisions, are hereby continued in force so far as not inconsistent until the same shall have been duly amended, repealed, or superseded. To the extent the same are inconsistent or interfere with the effective operation of this Charter or of ordinances or resolutions adopted pursuant thereto they are repealed as of the effective date of this Charter.

10.03 Continuing Contracts in Force.

All vested rights of the city shall continue and shall not in any manner be affected by the adoption of this Charter; nor shall any right, liability, pending suit or prosecution, either in behalf of or against the city, be affected by the adoption of this Charter. All contracts entered into by the city prior to the taking effect of this Charter shall continue in full force and effect. All public work begun prior to the taking effect of this Charter shall be continued and perfected hereunder.

10.04 When Charter Effective. Temporary Ordinances.

This Charter shall go into effect for all purposes at the first regular meeting of the city council following approval of this Charter by the legislature. At that meeting or at any meeting held within sixty days thereafter the council may adopt temporary ordinances, plainly labeled as such, to deal with cases of urgent need for prompt action in connection with transition of

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5 government in which delay incident to appropriate ordinance procedures would probably cause serious hardship or impair effective city government. Such a temporary ordinance may be adopted with or without amendment at the meeting at which it is introduced and may be made effective immediately, and shall not be subject to the referendum, but it shall stand repealed on the ninety-first day following its adoption and shall not be renewed or otherwise extended as a temporary or emergency ordinance. It shall be published in the same manner as an emergency ordinance.

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1 Martin McTaggart
From: Thomas Morgan II
Sent: Monday, April 6, 2026 11:21 AM
To: City Council (San Mateo)
Subject: agenda item 13 City Charter Amendments
Dear Council

If appropriate to do here, I would like the Council to add language to allocate interest to General Fund Sub Funds. Currently this would impact Measure S, but should apply to all future revenue measure.

The reasoning behind this is a number of initiatives are multi- year commitments and funds are sitting idle
and related interest is going to the general fund.

In my opinion the general fund is annually over spending by the amount of interest earned on Measure S fund balance. Since the measure is to sunset and the city will not be able to replace these funds. In addition, pension obligations will continue and outlast this volatile revenue source.

In addition, I would like to request no funds from sales tax or other voter approved revenue measures be used to pay for overtime or vacaction buydowns. Voters are voting to tax themselves to make the City better not to be misled due to not knowing the internal workings of the City to funding item they would be against.

Thomas Morgan

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Charter Amendments
Public Hearing No. 1
April 6, 2026
Prasanna W. Rasiah
City Attorney

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District Elections There shall be a city council of five members elected by the voters of the city at large at large by districts. Any recall election or special election or appointment to fill a vacancy shall also be by district.

Following each decennial federal census, and at other
such times as provided by law, the city council shall, by ordinance, adopt boundaries for all council districts so that all of the districts shall comply with state and
federal law.

The term of office of any councilmember who has been
elected and whose term of office has not expired shall
not be affected by any change in the boundaries of the
district from which the councilmember was elected.
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Councilmembers Elected in 2017
Provisions applicable to the councilmembers elected at the general municipal election held in 2015 and the councilmembers elected at the general municipal election held in 2017…. • Would remove language extending Council member terms by one year for those elected in 2015 & 2017
• Five-year terms are complete. No longer needed.
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Councilmember Absence from the City
Any councilmember shall forfeit
his/her office who…(2) is absent
from the city continuously for
more than 30 60 days without
permission of a majority of the
remaining councilmembers….
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Filling Council Vacancies – Pt. 1
A vacancy on the city council from
whatever cause arising shall be filled by
appointment by the council provided,
that if the council fails to agree or for
any other reason does not fill such
vacancy within 30 60 days after the
same occurs, then such vacancy shall
be filled by the mayor.
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Filling Council Vacancies – Pt. 2
The appointee shall hold office until the next general election, when a successor shall be chosen by the electors for the unexpired term. If for any reason the seats of a majority of the council become vacant, then the city clerk shall call a special election at once to fill the vacancies for the unexpired terms, and the same shall be conducted substantially in the manner provided for general municipal elections.

The candidates receiving the most votes shall serve the longer, if any, of the unexpired terms, and in case of ties the terms shall be fixed by lot.
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Council Meeting Start Time
…The regular meetings of the council shall be held on the first and third Monday of each month at a time specified by resolution not earlier than 6:30 p.m., but any regular meeting may be adjourned to a date and time certain, which adjourned meeting shall be a regular meeting for all purposes. The council may, in its discretion, change the date of any regularly scheduled Monday council meeting which would fall on a holiday or other inconvenient day to the nearest convenient day subsequent to the regularly scheduled Monday council meeting. 7 of 15

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Emergency (Urgency) Ordinances
…In lieu of publishing the full text of an
emergency ordinance, a summary thereof
may be published in the same manner as
other ordinances. Every such ordinance,
except one for emergency appropriations
or calling an election, shall automatically
stand repealed as of the ninety-first day
following the date on which it was
adopted, but this shall not prevent
reenactment of the ordinance if the
emergency still exists.
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Selection of Finance Director - Process
There shall be a city treasurer/fiscal finance
director who shall be appointed by the city
manager, subject to approval by the city
council, and who shall serve at the pleasure of
the city manager as the head of the finance
department. The treasurer/fiscal finance
director shall…
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Verified Statement of Candidates
Amendment would remove
1922-era language requiring
certain information to be
filed with the Clerk
Specified biographical information,
business/ civic group involvement,
experience, photograph, etc.

Candidates would instead rely on
mailings, Internet, social media; can also
submit statement in voter information
guide.
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Selection of Newspaper for Publication of Notices –
Delete In Its Entirety
The council periodically shall advertise for or call for the submission of sealed proposals or bids from all newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general circulation with in the city, or if none, then from newspapers adjudicated to be newspapers of general circulation within with in the County of San Mateo, for the publication of all ordinances and other legal notices required to be published. The council may designate the requirements for award of contract.

The contract therefor shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, provided the rates for such publication shall not exceed the customary rate charged for publishing legal notices of a private character. The newspaper to whom such contract is awarded shall be known and designated as the official city newspaper. 11 of 15

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Dates Purpose
March 16, 2026 Council Study Session – Completed
April 6, 2026 First Public Hearing – Tonight
May 18, 2026 Second Public Hearing
June 15, 2026 Council submits measure to voters
August 7, 2026 88 days before election
November 3, 2026 Election Day
Current Schedule
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Agenda Report

City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www.cityofsanmateo.org

Agenda Number: 14 Section Name: NEW BUSINESS - CITY OF SAN MATEO AND JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY Account Number: 10-2021 File ID: 26-11024

TO: City Council
FROM: Alex Khojikian, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Finance Department
MEETING DATE: April 06, 2026
SUBJECT:

City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority Variable Rate Demand Revenue Bonds (Public Safety Project) Series 2007A — Letter of Credit Renewal

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution as the San Mateo City Council and a Resolution as the Governing Board of the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority, each ratifying City Manager approval of the Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement and the Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement for the renewal of an irrevocable letter of credit with Wells Fargo Bank according to the terms specified in the agreements.

BACKGROUND:

The above-referenced bonds ("Series 2007A") were issued in the initial par amount of $17,400,000 on 4/19/07 for a final maturity of 4/1/39 to complete the financing for the police administration building. Current par amount is $11,500,000.

Series 2007A was issued as variable rate to save money during the construction period and has been kept as the City's only variable rate debt because the average debt service has been favorable compared to fixed rate debt alternatives. Variable rate bonds require a bank letter of credit ("LOC") that will be drawn upon if the bonds cannot be remarketed at the weekly variable rate. Wells Fargo Bank has been the LOC provider since 2009. This LOC has been subsequently renewed in 2012, 2015, 2018 and in 2021 for a five-year term. The current LOC has an annual premium of 0.75% and expires on 4/5/29.

The City's municipal advisors ("MAs") have in the past, and prior to this renewal, analyzed keeping this debt as variable rate with different credit enhancement and refunding to a fixed rate. The current variable rate structure continues to be the lowest average cost of funds and their recommendation is to keep the variable rate structure with the current LOC bank to save on processing costs. The City and Wells Fargo Bank have agreed to a three-year term for this LOC for an annual premium of 0.75% with minimal renewal fees.

Although there are marketing, credit bank, and interest rate risks associated with variable rate debt, the benefits can be significant. The City's FY 24-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) discusses on page 93 the history of Series 2007A. The interest rate on this debt resets weekly and can be volatile. Since the City‘s last renewal of the LOC, the average weekly interest rate has been 1.71%, with a high of 4.00% and a low of 0.03%. Considering interest rates over either the fiscal or calendar year, the City continues to save money on variable rate debt service over fixed rate alternatives. However, the City will continue to work with our MA to analyze the market and determine if and when a change may be more cost effective.

The weekly variable rate is paid to bondholders. In addition, the City pays the LOC fee to Wells Fargo Bank and an annual remarketing fee of 0.90 per $1,000 to the remarketing agent. The new amended fee for the LOC with Wells Fargo Bank will be 0.75% instead of the previous 0.45%. However, even with the sum of all of these costs, the cost of the total variable rate debt is still lower than debt with a fixed rate alternative. As part of the ongoing analysis, staff and the City’s current

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MA will continue to consider the fixed rate alternative. If the City decides in the future to replace the variable rate structure with a fixed rate, the LOC can be terminated and the variable rate bonds prepaid with no penalty.

The previous LOC for the variable rate bond expired on April 5, 2026, and a new authorized LOC needed to be in place before that date. Since City staff was not able to prepare these agreements for a City Council meeting in time to meet this deadline, the City Manager signed the agreements prior to City Council approval in order to maintain financing for the bonds. Staff is now recommending for City Council to approve a resolution (Attachment 1) and the Authority to approve a similar resolution (Attachment 2) that each ratify and authorize the City Manager to execute the Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement (Attachment 3) with Wells Fargo Bank for renewal of an existing irrevocable LOC according to terms specified in the agreement and the Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement (Attachment 4) with Wells Fargo Bank regarding the amended fee.

BUDGET IMPACT:

The new LOC annual fee is 0.75% and is guaranteed for the next three years. If the City finds that a fixed rate or other alternative is more cost effective, the City can refund the debt and terminate the LOC at any time in the next three years with no prepayment penalty.

Certain one-time costs associated with the financial analysis and legal review for this LOC renewal are expected to total approximately $5,000-10,000 and can be paid from the fiscal year 2025-26 budget of the 2% Hotel Tax Fund (Fund 560).

These costs are routinely required for LOC renewal and are much lower than for LOC replacement with a new bank or refunding to a fixed rate. The fiscal year 2025-26 budget assumed interest expense of $280,000 for Series 2007A and due to the low interest rates for the fiscal year to date, actual interest expense is projected to be under $200,000.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION:

This authorizing resolution for a letter of credit renewal is not a project subject to CEQA, because it is a government funding mechanism or government fiscal activity which does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. (CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4).)

NOTICE PROVIDED
All meeting noticing requirements were met.

ATTACHMENTS
Att 1 – Proposed Resolution - City Authorizing
Att 2 – Proposed Resolution - Authority Authorizing
Att 3 – Fifth Amendment to the Reimbursement Agreement
Att 4 – Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement

STAFF CONTACT
Karley Toffey, Senior Management Analyst
[email protected]
(650) 522-7106

Abby Veeser, Finance Director
[email protected]
(650) 522-7102

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2 CITY OF SAN MATEO
RESOLUTION NO. (2026)

A RESOLUTION (I) APPROVING THE FORM OF, RATIFYING THE EXECUTION OF, AND DIRECTING THE DELIVERY

OF A FIFTH AMENDMENT TO REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT RELATING TO CERTAIN BONDS, (II) APPROVING

THE FORM OF, RATIFYING THE EXECUTION OF, AND DIRECTING THE DELIVERY OF A SECOND AMENDED AND

RESTATED FEE AGREEMENT, AND (III) AUTHORIZING TAKING OF NECESSARY ACTIONS AND EXECUTION OF

NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND CERTIFICATES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH WHEREAS, the City of San Mateo (the “City”), the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority (the “Authority”), and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, a national banking association (the “Bank”) have entered into that certain Reimbursement Agreement dated as of February 1, 2009 (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, the “Reimbursement Agreement”) and that certain Amended and Restated Fee Agreement dated as of March 20, 2018 (as amended, modified, or restated from time to time, the “Original Fee Agreement”), in connection with the issuance by the Bank of its Letter of Credit No. NZS634139 to support the Authority’s Variable Rate Demand Lease Revenue Bonds (Public Safety Project) Series 2007A (the “Bonds”); and
WHEREAS, the parties to the Reimbursement Agreement propose to enter into a Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement (the “Fifth Amendment”) for the purpose of extending the expiration date of the Reimbursement Agreement and to make certain other amendments to the Reimbursement Agreement; and WHEREAS, the parties to the Original Fee Agreement propose to enter into a Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement (the “Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement”) for the purpose of updating the fees in the Original Fee Agreement and to make certain other amendments to the Original Fee Agreement; and WHEREAS, there has been submitted to this Council (the “Council”) a form of the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement, and the Council has examined the form of the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement and desires to approve such Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement and to ratify the City Manager’s execution of such Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN MATEO, CALIFORNIA, HEREBY RESOLVES that:

Section 1. The form of Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement, on file with the Council, is hereby approved, and their execution by the City Manager (the “City Manager”) is hereby ratified. The Mayor of the City (the “Mayor”), or in his absence the Deputy Mayor (the “Deputy Mayor”), the City Manager, or the Finance Director (the “Finance Director”) of the City, or a designee of any of them (each, an “Authorized Officer”) are directed to execute and deliver the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement in substantially said form, with such changes therein as such Authorized Officer may require or approve, such approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof.

Section 2. The Authorized Officers of the City are hereby authorized and directed, jointly and severally,

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2 to do any and all things which they may deem necessary or advisable in order to consummate the transactions herein authorized and otherwise to carry out, give effect to and comply with the terms and intent of this Resolution. The Authorized Officers are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all certificates and representations necessary or desirable to accomplish the transactions set forth above.

Section 3. All consents, approvals, notices, orders, requests, and other actions permitted or required by any of the documents authorized by this Resolution, including any of the foregoing which may be necessary or desirable in connection with administering the documents or any default under or amendment of such documents or additional confirmations, settlements, or revisions, may be taken or given by the Authorized Officers, without further authorization by the Council, and the Authorized Officers are hereby authorized and directed to give such consent, approval, notice, order, or request and to take any such action which such officer may deem necessary or desirable to further the purposes of this Resolution and the transactions contemplated hereby.

Section 4. In accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines section 15378(b)(4), the Council has determined that the actions authorized by this Resolution are exempt from CEQA, because it consists of a government funding mechanism or government fiscal activity which do not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment.

Section 5. All actions heretofore taken by the officers and agents of the City with respect to the transactions contemplated hereby are hereby approved and confirmed.

Section 6. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its date of adoption.

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3 CITY OF SAN MATEO JOINT POWERS FINANCING AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION NO. (2026)

A RESOLUTION (I) APPROVING THE FORM OF, RATIFYING THE EXECUTION OF, AND DIRECTING THE DELIVERY

OF A FIFTH AMENDMENT TO REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT RELATING TO CERTAIN BONDS, (II) APPROVING

THE FORM OF, RATIFYING THE EXECUTION OF, AND DIRECTING THE DELIVERY OF A SECOND AMENDED AND

RESTATED FEE AGREEMENT, AND (III) AUTHORIZING TAKING OF NECESSARY ACTIONS AND EXECUTION OF

NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND CERTIFICATES IN CONNECTION THEREWITH WHEREAS, the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority (the “Authority”), the City of San Mateo (the “City”) and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, a national banking association (the “Bank”) have entered into that certain Reimbursement Agreement dated as of February 1, 2009 (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, the “Reimbursement Agreement”) and that certain Amended and Restated Fee Agreement dated as of March 20, 2018 (as amended, modified, or restated from time to time, the “Original Fee Agreement”), in connection with the issuance by the Bank of its Letter of Credit No. NZS634139 to support the Authority’s Variable Rate Demand Lease Revenue Bonds (Public Safety Project) Series 2007A (the “Bonds”); and
WHEREAS, the parties to the Reimbursement Agreement propose to enter into a Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement (the “Fifth Amendment”) for the purpose of extending the expiration date of the Reimbursement Agreement and to make certain other amendments to the Reimbursement Agreement; and WHEREAS, the parties to the Original Fee Agreement propose to enter into a Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement (the “Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement”) for the purpose of updating the fees in the Original Fee Agreement and to make certain other amendments to the Original Fee Agreement; and WHEREAS, there has been submitted to this Governing Board (the “Board”) a form of the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement, and the Board has examined the form of the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement and desires to approve the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement and to ratify the execution of the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Governing Board of the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority as follows:

Section 1. The Authority hereby finds and determines that the foregoing recitals are true and correct.

Section 2. The form of the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement, on file with the Board, is hereby approved, and their execution by the Executive Director of the Authority (the “Executive Director”) is hereby ratified. The Chair of the Authority (the “Chair”), the Vice Chair of the Authority (the “Vice Chair”), the Executive Director or the Controller of the Authority (the “Controller”), or a designee of any of them (each, an “Authorized Officer”) are directed to execute and deliver the Fifth Amendment and Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement in substantially said form, with such changes therein as such Authorized Officer may require or approve, such approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and

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Section 3. The Authorized Officers of the Authority are hereby authorized and directed, jointly and severally, to do any and all things which they may deem necessary or advisable in order to consummate the transactions herein authorized and otherwise to carry out, give effect to and comply with the terms and intent of this Resolution. The Authorized Officers are hereby authorized and directed to execute and deliver any and all certificates and representations necessary or desirable to accomplish the transactions set forth above.

Section 4. All consents, approvals, notices, orders, requests, and other actions permitted or required by any of the documents authorized by this Resolution, including any of the foregoing which may be necessary or desirable in connection with administering the documents or any default under or amendment of such documents or additional confirmations, settlements or revisions, may be taken or given by the Authorized Officers, without further authorization by the Board, and the Authorized Officers are hereby authorized and directed to give such consent, approval, notice, order, or request and to take any such action which such officer may deem necessary or desirable to further the purposes of this Resolution and the transactions contemplated hereby.

Section 5. All actions heretofore taken by the officers and agents of the Authority with respect to the transactions contemplated hereby are hereby approved and confirmed.

Section 6. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its date of adoption.

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FIFTH AMENDMENT TO REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
This Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement dated March 31, 2026 (this “Amendment”), among Wells Fargo Bank, National Association , a national banking association (the “ Bank”), the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority (the “Authority”) and the City of San Mateo (the “City”).

W I T N E S S E T H
WHEREAS, the Authority, the City and the Bank have heretofore entered into that certain Reimbursement Agreement dated as of February 1, 2009 (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, the “ Agreement”), in connection with the issuance by the Bank of its Letter of Credit No. NZS634139 to support the Authority’s Variable Rate Demand Lease Revenue Bonds (Public Safety Project) Series 2007A (the “Bonds”); and
WHEREAS, in connection with the Agreement, the Authority, the City and the Bank have entered into that certain Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement dated March 31, 2026 , with respect to certain fees payable by the City to the Bank; and
WHEREAS, the City has requested that the Bank agree to extend the Expiration Date and to make certain other amendments to the Agreement , and the Bank has agreed to such extension and such other amendments on the terms more fully described herein; and NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, the parties hereto hereby agree as follows:

SECTION 1. AMENDMENTS.

Upon satisfaction of the conditions precedent set forth in Section 3 hereof, the Agreement is hereby amended as follows:

1.01. Section 7 of the Agreement is hereby amended by the addition of a new Section 7(v) thereto to read as follows:
(v) Resolutions of the City and the Authority. Not later than April 30, 2026, the City shall deliver to the Bank (i) a true, correct and complete copy of the resolution duly adopted by the City Council of the City ratifying the execution, delivery and performance of the Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement, the Fee Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereby and (ii) a true, correct and complete copy of the resolution duly adopted by the governing board of the Authority ratifying the execution, delivery and performance of the Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement, the Fee Agreement and the transactions contemplated thereby.

1.02. Section 17 of the Agreement is hereby amended by the addition of the following defined terms to be inserted in the appropriate alphabetical order to read as follows:
“Fee Agreement” means that certain Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement dated March 31, 2026, among the Authority, the City and the Bank, as amended, modified or supplemented from time to time in accordance with the terms hereof and thereof. “Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement” means that certain Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement dated March 31, 2026, among the Authority, the City and the Bank.

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1.03. The Agreement is hereby amended by the addition of a new Section 33 thereto to read as follows:

Section 33. US QFC Stay Rules.
(a) Recognition of U.S. Resolution Regimes. In the event that any party that is a Covered Entity becomes subject to a proceeding under a U.S. Special Resolution Regime, the transfer of this Agreement (and any interest and obligation in or under this Agreement and any property securing this Agreement ) from such Covered Entity will be effective to the same extent as the transfer would be effective under the U.S. Special Resolution Regime if this Agreement (and any such interest, obligation and property) were governed by the laws of the United States or a state of the United States. In the event that any party that is a Covered Entity or a BHC Act Affiliate of such party becomes subject to a proceeding under a U.S. Special Resolution Regime, Default Rights agai nst such party with respect to this Agreement are permitted to be exercised to no greater extent than such Default Rights could be exercised under the U.S. Special Resolution Regime if this Agreement were governed by the laws of the United States or a state of the United States. The requirements of this paragraph (a) apply notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (b).
(b) Limitation on the Exercise of Certain Rights Related to Affiliate Insolvency Proceedings. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this Agreement or any related agreement, but subject to the requirements of paragraph (a), no party to this Agreement shall be permitted to exercise any Default Right against a party that is a Covered Entity wit h respect to this Agreement that is related, directly or indirectly, to a BHC Act Affiliate of such Covered Entity becoming subject to Insolvency Proceedings, except to the extent the exercise of such Default Right would be permitted under 12 C.F.R. § 252. 84, 12 C.F.R. § 47.5, or 12 C.F.R. § 382.4, as applicable. After a BHC Act Affiliate of a party that is a Covered Entity has become subject to Insolvency Proceedings, any party that seeks to exercise a Default Right against such Covered Entity with respect to this Agreement shall have the burden of proof, by clear and convincing evidence, that the exercise of such Default Right is permitted hereunder.
(c) For purposes hereof, the following terms have the following meanings:
“BHC Act Affiliate” of a party means an “affiliate” (as such term is defined under, and interpreted in accordance with, 12 U.S.C. 1841(k)) of such party.
“Covered Entity” means any of the following:
(i) a “covered entity” as that term is defined in, and interpreted in accordance with, 12 C.F.R. § 252.82(b);
(ii) a “covered bank” as that term is defined in, and interpreted in accordance with, 12 C.F.R. § 47.3(b); or
(iii) a “covered FSI” as that term is defined in, and interpreted in accordance with, 12 C.F.R. § 382.2(b).

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“Default Right” has the meaning assigned to that term in, and shall be interpreted in accordance with, 12 C.F.R. §§ 252.81, 47.2 or 382.1, as applicable.
“Insolvency Proceeding” means a receivership, insolvency, liquidation, resolution, or similar proceeding.
“U.S. Special Resolution Regime” means each of (i) the Federal Deposit Insurance Act and the regulations promulgated thereunder and (ii) Title II of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and the regulations promulgated thereunder.

1.04. The Agreement is hereby amended by amending and restating the Bank’s notice information appearing on the signature page thereto to read as follows:

Address for Notices:

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association
Government & Institutional Banking
1655 Grant Street 3rd Floor
Concord, California 94520
Attention: Zina Monroe
Telephone: (925) 852-1061
Fax: (877) 357-2406
Email: [email protected]

With copy to:

Wells Fargo Bank, National Association
Government Banking
1700 Lincoln St., Floor 9
Denver, Colorado 80203
Attention: Mike R. Cook
Telephone: (303) 358-3042
Email: [email protected]
SECTION 2. REQUEST TO EXTEND THE EXPIRATION DATE.

The City hereby requests that the Bank extend the Expiration Date to April 5, 2029, and the Bank agrees to such request and will deliver to the Trustee an amendment to the letter of credit substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A to effectuate such extension.

SECTION 3. CONDITIONS PRECEDENT.

The effectiveness of this Amendment is subject to the satisfaction of or waiver by the Bank in its sole discretion of all of the following conditions precedent (such satisfaction to be evidenced by the Bank’s execution and delivery of this Amendment):

3.01. Delivery by each of the City and the Authority of an executed counterpart of this Amendment.

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3.02. Delivery by the Bank of the executed Amendment to Irrevocable Letter Credit, as set forth on Exhibit A.

3.03. Delivery by each of the City and the Authority of (i) an authorizing resolution related to this transaction and (ii) certificate of incumbency evidencing the authority of the respective signatory to this Amendment.

3.04. Payment by the City of all fees and expenses of counsel to the Bank relating to this Amendment.

3.05. Payment by the City of an amendment fee equal to $2,500.

3.06. Delivery by the City of such other documents, certificates and opinions as the Bank or the Bank’s counsel shall reasonably request.

SECTION 4. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES.

The City hereby represents and warrants as follows:

4.01. It is a municipal corporation and charter city, validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California.

4.02. The execution, delivery and performance by the City of this Amendment and the Agreement, as amended hereby, are within its corporate powers, have been duly authorized by all necessary corporate action and do not contravene (i) the City’s organizational documents, or (ii) any applicable law or any applicable material contractual restriction binding on or affecting the City.

4.03. The following statements are true and correct as of the date hereof: (a) the representations and warranties of the City contained in Section 6 of the Agreement are true and correct on and as of the date hereof as though made on and as of such date (except to the extent the same expressly relate to an earlier date); and (b) no Default or Event of Default has occurred and is continuing as of the date hereof.

4.04. No authorization, approval or other action by, and no notice to or filing with, any governmental authority or regulatory body not otherwise obtained is required for the due execution, delivery and performance by the City of this Amendment or the Agreement, as amended hereby.

4.05. This Amendment and the Agreement, as amended hereby, constitute legal, valid and binding obligations of the City enforceable against the City in accordance with their respective terms.

SECTION 5. MISCELLANEOUS.

Except as specifically amended or waived herein, the Agreement shall continue in full force and effect in accordance with its terms. Reference to this Amendment need not be made in any note, document, agreement, letter, certificate, the Agreement itself, or any communication issued or made subsequent to or with respect to the Agreement, it being hereby agreed that any reference to the Agreement shall be sufficient to refer to the Agreement as hereby amended. In case any one or more of the provisions contain ed herein should be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions contained herein shall not in any way be affected or impaired hereby. All capitalized terms used herein without definition shall have the same meanings herein as they have in the Agreement.

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THIS AMENDMENT SHALL BE GOVERNED BY, AND CONSTRUED AND INTERPRETED IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE INTERNAL LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, WITHOUT GIVING EFFECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW PRINCIPLES.

This Amendment may be simultaneously executed in several counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument. This Amendment may be delivered by the exchange of signed signature pages by facsimile transmission or by e-mail with a pdf copy or other replicating image attached, and any printed or copied version of any signature page so delivered shall have the same force and effect as an originally signed version of such signature page. [Signature Page Follows]

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EXHIBIT A

AMENDMENT TO

IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT

Number: NZS634139
Amendment Number: 6
Amend Date: March 31, 2026

BENEFICIARY APPLICANT

The Bank of New York Mellon Trust
Company, N.A.
550 Kearny Street, 6th Floor
Attn: Corporate Trust Dept.

San Francisco, California 94108

City of San Mateo
330 W. 20th Ave
San Mateo, California 94403

Ladies and Gentlemen:

At the request and for the account of the above referenced applicant, we hereby amend our Irrevocable Letter of Credit (the “Wells Credit”) in your favor as follows:

The date of expiry is amended to April 5, 2029.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

This Amendment is to be attached to the original Wells Credit and is an integral part thereof.

Very Truly Yours,

WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
By: ______________________________________
Authorized Signature

The original of the Letter of Credit contains an embossed seal over the Authorized Signature.

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Please direct any written correspondence or inquiries regarding this Letter of Credit, always quoting our reference number, to Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, Attn: U.S. Standby Trade Services, 1525 W W.T. HARRIS BLVD., MAC D1116-026, CHARLOTTE, NC 28262.

Phone inquires regarding this credit should be directed to our Standby Customer Connection Professionals

1-800-798-2815 Option 1
(Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. PT to 5:00 p.m. PT)
1-800-776-3862 Option 2
(Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. EST to 5:00 p.m. EST)

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SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED FEE AGREEMENT
This SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED FEE AGREEMENT dated March 31, 2026 (as amended, modified or restated from time to time, this “Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement”), is by and among WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, a national banking association (the “Bank”), the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority (the “ Authority”) and the City of San Mateo (the “City”).

Reference is hereby made to that certain (i) Reimbursement Agreement dated as of February 1, 2009 (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time, the “Agreement”), and (ii) that certain Amended and Restated Fee Agreement dated March 20, 2018 (as amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time , the “Original Fee Letter Agreement ”), by and among the Bank, Authority and City, each in connection with the issuance by the Bank of its letter of credit to support the Authority’s Var iable Rate Demand Lease Revenue Bonds (Public Safety Project) Series 2007A (the “Bonds”). Capitalized terms not otherwise defined herein shall have the meanings set forth in the Agreement.

The purpose of this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement is to confirm the agreement among the Authority, the City and the Bank with respect to certain fees payable by the City to the Bank.

This Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement is the Fee Agreement referenced in the Agreement, and the terms hereof are incorporated by reference into the Agreement.

ARTICLE I. FEES.

Section 1.1. Continuing Letter of Credit Fees. The City hereby agrees to pay to the Bank on April 1, 2026, for the period commencing on the date hereof and ending on March 31, 2026, and in arrears on the first Business Day of each April, July, October and January occurring thereafter to the Expiration Date, and on the Expiration Date, a non-refundable facility fee in an amount equal to the rate per annum corresponding to the Rating, as specified below (the “Continuing Fee Rate”), on the Stated Amount of the Letter of Credit (without regard to any reduction of the Stated Amount of the Letter of Credit subject to reinstatement) from time to time in effect (the “Continuing Fees”) for each day during each related period:
(i) For the period from and including January 2, 2026 to but excluding March 31, 2026 , the Continuing Fee Rate shall be determined in accordance with the pricing matrix set forth below:

LEVEL MOODY’S RATING S&P RATING

CONTINUING FEE
RATE
Level 1 Aa1 or above AA+ or above 0.45%
Level 2 Aa2 AA 0.50%
Level 3 Aa3 AA- 0.55%
Level 4 A1 A+ 0.65%
Level 5 A2 A 0.75%
Level 6 A3 A- 0.85%
Level 7 Baa1 BBB+ 1.10%
Level 8 Baa2 BBB 1.45%

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Level 9 Baa3 BBB- 1.95%

(ii) For the period from and including March 31, 2026 and at all times thereafter, the Continuing Fee Rate shall be determined in accordance with the pricing matrix set forth below:

LEVEL MOODY’S RATING S&P RATING

CONTINUING FEE
RATE
Level 1 Aa1 or above AA+ or above 0.75%
Level 2 Aa2 AA 0.80%
Level 3 Aa3 AA- 0.85%
Level 4 A1 A+ 0.95%
Level 5 A2 A 1.05%
Level 6 A3 A- 1.15%
Level 7 Baa1 BBB+ 1.40%
Level 8 Baa2 BBB 1.75%
Level 9 Baa3 BBB- 2.25%

The term “Rating” as used herein shall mean the long -term unenhanced debt rating assigned by Moody’s and S&P to general obligation debt of the City. In the event of a split rating (i.e., the Rating of one of the rating agencies is different than the Rating of the other rating agency), the Continuing Fee Rate shall be based upon the Level in which the lower Rating appears. Any change in the Continuing Fee Rate resulting from a change in a Rating shall be and become effective as of and on the date of the announcement of the change in such Rating. References to ratings levels above are references to rating categories as presently determined by the rating agencies and in the event of adoption of any new or changed rating system, including, without limitation, an y recalibration or realignment of Rating in connection with the adoption of a “global” rating scale, the rating from the rating agency in question referred to above shall be deemed to refer to the rating category under the new rating system that most close ly approximates the applicable rating category as currently in effect. In the event that a Rating is suspended or withdrawn from any rating agency or falls below investment grade or upon the occurrence of and during the continuance of an Event of Default, the Continuing Fee Rate shall increase to the sum of the Continuing Fee Rate specified above for Level 9 of the applicable pricing matrix plus 1.00% per annum. The City may elect, for business reasons but not due to declining creditworthiness, to drop one of its ratings and only have one rating agency (either S&P or Moody’s) rate its long term, unenhanced general obligation debt. In such event, the withdrawal of the rating of the dropped rating agency shall not trigger the downgrade pricing described above or cause an Event of Default under the Reimbursement Agreement. The Continuing Fees shall be payable as set forth above, together with interest on the Continuing Fees from the date payment is due until payment in full at the Default Rate.

Section 1.2. Amendment Fee . The City hereby agrees to pay to the Bank on the date of any amendment, modification or supplement to the Agreement, the Letter of Credit or this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement or in connection with any amendment to any Related Document which requires a waiver from, or the consent of, the Bank, a non -refundable amendment fee in an amount equal

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to $2,500, plus out of pocket costs and expenses and the reasonable fees of any legal counsel retained by the Bank in connection therewith.

Section 1.3. Drawing Fee. The City will pay to the Bank a non -refundable drawing fee of $300 for each drawing under the Letter of Credit, payable on the date such drawing is made.

Section 1.4. No Termination Fee. The City may terminate or reduce the Letter of Credit without the payment of a termination or reduction fee in accordance with the terms and provisions of Section 2(e) of the Agreement and the Letter of Credit.

ARTICLE II. MISCELLANEOUS.

Section 2.1. Amendments. No amendment to this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement shall become effective without the prior written consent of the Authority, the City and the Bank.

Section 2.2. Counterparts. This Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement may be executed simultaneously in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

Section 2.3. Severability. The invalidity or unenforceability of any one or more phrases, sentences, clauses or sections contained in this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining portions of this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement, or any part thereof.

Section 2.4. Governing Law . This Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without regard to conflict of law principles.

Section 2.5. Amendment and Restatement . This Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement shall become effective on the date hereof and shall supersede, amend and restate all provisions of the Original Fee Agreement as of such date. From and after the date hereof, all references made to the Original Fee Agreement in any instrument or document shall, without more, be deemed to refer to this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement. Without limiting the foregoing, the parties to this Agreement hereby acknowledge and agree that the “Fee Agreement” referred to in the Agreement shall from and after the date hereof be deemed a reference to this Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement. [SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW]

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Letter of Credit
Renewal
Abby Veeser
Finance Director

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Background on 2007 Variable Rate Bonds
Fourth LOC
Renewal
2021
Third LOC
Renewal
2018
Second LOC
Renewal
2015
First LOC
Renewal
2012
Wells Fargo
Initial Letter of
Credit (LOC)
2009
Bond Issuance
2007

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Variable Rate Demand Revenue Bonds – Costs
Remarketing Fees
– 9 basis points
(0.09%)
Wells Fargo Letter
of Credit fees – 75
basis points (.75%)
Variable interest
rates (resets
weekly)

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Recommendation
Adopt a Resolution as the San Mateo City Council and a Resolution as the Governing Board of the City of San Mateo Joint Powers Financing Authority, each ratifying City Manager approval of the Fifth Amendment to Reimbursement Agreement and the Second Amended and Restated Fee Agreement for the renewal of an irrevocable letter of credit with Wells Fargo Bank according to the terms specified in the agreements.

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Questions?
Abby Veeser
Finance
[email protected]

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