City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – 6/1/2026 Page 1
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Adam Loraine, Mayor
Nicole Fernandez, Deputy Mayor
Danielle Cwirko-Godycki
Lisa Diaz Nash
Rob Newsom Jr.
CITY OF SAN MATEO
Regular Meeting Minutes
City Council
City Hall
330 W. 20th Avenue
San Mateo CA 94403
www.cityofsanmateo.org
June 1, 2026
City Hall, Council Chambers 7:00 PM
Regular Meeting
CALL TO ORDER at 7:15 p.m.
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Loraine, Deputy Mayor Fernandez, and Council Members Cwirko-Godycki, Diaz Nash, and Newsom.
Requests and Considerations for Meeting Participation by Teleconference due to Just Cause or Emergency Circumstances: there were no requests.
CEREMONIAL
1. Pride Month – Proclamation David Crafts, San Mateo County LGBTQIA+ Commissioner, accepted the proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Pride Month and shared remarks regarding dignity, belonging, inclusion, and continued support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
2. Older American’s Month – Proclamation Tom Lease, representing the Age Friendly Coalition, and Senior Advisory Commission representatives Anna Cwirko-Godycki and Ellen Wang accepted the proclamation recognizing May 2026 as Older Americans Month and the contributions, resilience, and achievements of older adults in the community.
3. San Mateo – Foster City School District Community Access & School Facilities Update – Presentation San Mateo- Foster City School District Board President Maggie Trinh and Superintendent Diego Ochoa provided an update on community access to school facilities and recent facility improvements throughout the District, including opportunities for expanded community use.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items, 4 through 16, were considered routine by the City Council. After the titles were read by the City Clerk, the Mayor invited public comment; there were 17 requests to speak.
Public Comment: There were no speakers.
Moved: Newsom, Seconded: Diaz Nash
Ayes: Fernandez, Newsom, Loraine, Cwirko-Godycki, and Diaz Nash Noes: None
Motion passed 5-0.
Following approval of the Consent Calendar, newly appointed and reappointed commissioners in attendance received the Oath of Office from the City Clerk. The Council then took a brief recess.
4. Downtown Cleaning Service — Amendment
Approve Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with Frank & Grossman Landscape Contractors, Inc. to increase the Docusign Envelope ID: 518E5B58-BC72-8C60-807F-24768B8DAC6B City Council Regular Meeting Minutes – 6/1/2026 Page 2
agreement amount by $101,400 for the current fiscal year; execute the second of two optional, one-year extensions to extend the term of the agreement through June 30, 2027; increase the agreement by an additional $500,000 for the 2026-26 fiscal year term, for a revised total agreement amount of $2,101,400; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the amendment in substantially the form presented and issue amendments within the agreement amount.
5. Citywide Street Rehabilitation Package 7B – Agreement Approve an agreement with Nichols Consulting Engineers, Inc. for design services for the Citywide Street Rehabilitation Package 7B project in an amount not to exceed $753,500; establish a contingency reserve of $76,000; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the agreement in substantially the form presented and approve amendments, including no-cost time extensions, within the contingency amount.
6. Annual Sewer Basin Rehabilitation On-Call Design Services — Amendments Approve an amendment to an agreement with CSG Consultants for on-call professional services to increase the agreement amount by $350,000, for a new total agreement amount of $1,850,000, and extend the term of the agreement to February 2029; approve an amendment to the agreement with Wilsey Ham dba WHB Engineers, Inc. for on-call professional services to increase the agreement amount by $1,250,000, for a revised total agreement amount of $2,750,000, and extend the term of the Agreement to February 2029; approve an amendment to the agreement with Freyer & Laureta, Inc. for on-call professional services to extend the agreement term to February 2029; and authorize the Public Works Director to execute the amendments in substantially the form presented and issue project-specific task orders under these agreements.
7. Local Streets and Roads Maintenance and Rehabilitation, Project List Fiscal Year 2026-27 — Adoption Adopt a Resolution to submit a list of projects proposed to be funded with the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account, Senate Bill 1 funding, to the California Transportation Commission for Fiscal Year 2026-27.
Enactment: Resolution No. 53 (2026)
8. Community Flood and Storm Protection Fee Increase for Fiscal Year 2026-27 — Adoption Adopt a Resolution to increase the Community Flood and Storm Protection Fee by 3.0 percent to account for the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase.
Enactment: Resolution No. 54 (2026)
9. Parks and Recreation Bulk Printing and Mailing Services – Agreement Receive the quarterly investment report for the period ending March 31, 2026.
10. Edward Byrne 2025 Justice Assistance Grant Program — Approval Adopt a Resolution to approve the submittal of an application to the United States Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance, for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program for the 2025 local solicitation in the amount of $22,261; and if awarded, appropriate funds to the Police Grants Budget Program and authorize the Chief of Police to execute all required documents.
Enactment: Resolution No. 55 (2026)
11. Recreation Special Event Support Services — Agreement Approve a one-year agreement for special event support services with Perry Thorwaldson, Sole Proprietor of Thor Audio Solutions for an amount not to exceed $108,940; authorize the Parks and Recreation Director to exercise up to two one-year extensions for up to $120,000 each year, for a total not to exceed amount of $348,940 over three years; establish a contingency reserve of $34,894 and authorize the Park and Recreation Director to execute the agreement, extensions and amendments in substantially the form presented.
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12. Downtown Landscape Maintenance Services — Agreement Approve an agreement for a total of $415,260 over five years with Brightview Landscaping Services, Inc. for Downtown Landscaping Maintenance Services in the amount of $166,104 per year for two years, with up to three one-year extensions; and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement substantially the form presented.
Authorize a five-percent contingency amount of up to $4,153 per year for a total contingency not to exceed $20,765. Authorize the City Manager to execute all change orders, amendments, and extensions within the contingency amount.
13. City of San Mateo Opposing State Ballot Initiative No. 1983 25-0006A1 — Adoption Adopt a Resolution opposing proposed statewide Initiative No. 1983 25-0006A1, submitted by the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association (HJTA) and qualified for the November 2026 statewide ballot, and authorize the City Manager to communicate the City’s opposition to the California Legislature, the Governor’s Office, the League of California Cities, and other appropriate stakeholders.
Enactment: Resolution No. 56 (2026)
14. LGBTQIA+ Progress Pride Flag Display at City Hall – Adoption Adopt a Resolution to direct that the LGBTQIA+ Progress Pride Flag be flown in recognition of Pride Month Pursuant to the City's Flag Policy beginning June 2, 2026, and continuing through June 30, 2026.
Enactment: Resolution No. 57 (2026)
15. 445 S. B Street (Bespoke) - New Mixed-Use Development — Ordinance Adoption Adopt an Ordinance to approve Development Agreement (DA) associated with the construction a new mixed-use development totaling 239,628 square feet and consisting of one seven-story, 76,072 square-foot affordable housing building and one six-story, 162,926 square-foot office/commercial building located at 445 South B Street (“Project”).
Enactment: Ordinance No. 2026-08
16. Boards and Commission Appointment Subcommittee — Appointment Recommendations
1. Appoint Jennifer Kim and Charles Hansen to the Community Relations Commission for a full term from June 10, 2026, through June 10, 2030, and place Lucianne Latu and Wendy McCall on a six-month eligibility list, should a vacancy occur.
2. Appoint Alison Joly to the Library Board for a full term.
3. Appoint James Horsman to the Planning Commission for a full term, and place Seema Patel and Thomas Braham on a six-month eligibility list.
4. Appoint Carol Rael to the Senior Advisory Commission for a full term, place Dale Ritzo and Michael McCutchin on a six-month eligibility list.
5. Appoint Sigalle Michael and Kenyon "Mark" Lee to the Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission for a full term, and place Albert Wetter on a six-month eligibility list.
6. Appoint Peter Wicher to the Park and Recreation Commission for a full term and Mike Etheridge to the Park and Recreation Commission for a partial term from June 10, 2026 through June 10, 2029, and place Tammie Pereira and Ben Pahulu on a six-month eligibility list.
7. Appoint Alison Ho, Linda Druell, Clarke Robinson, Michael Chrien, and Stephen Tabler to the Civic Arts Commission for terms to be determined by lot at their first meeting, and place Sue Ping Shyy on a six-month eligibility list.
8. Appoint Shreyans J. and Elise H. as Youth Commissioners to the Library Board for a one-year term, and place and Aravind A. on a six-month eligibility list.
9. Appoint Jackson K. as a Youth Commissioner to the Park and Recreation Commission for a one-year term, and place Advika S., Zach S. and Katelyn L. on a six-month eligibility list.
10. Appoint Nektarios D. and Pranav S. as Youth Commissioners to the Senior Advisory Commission for a one-year term, and place Olivia Y. and Reed C. on a six-month eligibility list.
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11. Appoint Advika S. and Zachary S. as Youth Commissioners to the Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission for a one-year term, and place Margaux T. and Oscar C. on a six-month eligibility list.
12. Appoint Talia F. and Taryn A. as Youth Commissions to the Civic Arts Commission for a one-year term, and place Naisha O. on a six-month eligibility list.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Rich Hedges thanked the City for safety improvements at 17th Avenue and El Camino Real following the death of Veronica Vasquez and urged additional attention to pedestrian safety at 28th Avenue and El Camino Real. Kevin Simpson opposed a proposal to remove trees and planter strips along Humboldt Street to restore parking and urged respectful treatment of residents who participated in the bicycle improvement process. Anna Cwirko-Godycki discussed growing waitlists for the Senior Congregate Meal Program and requested additional funding to expand meal availability. Doug D'Anna opposed a potential quarter-cent sales tax increase and encouraged the City to pursue corporate sponsorships and partnerships with major local employers as alternative revenue sources. Rick Bonilla opposed removal of trees and planter strips on Humboldt Street and expressed support for the proposed Horizon Recovery Center and for treatment services in the community. Karyl Eldridge, speaking as a member of One San Mateo, supported the Horizon Recovery Center at its originally proposed location and expressed concern that relocation costs and site constraints could jeopardize the project. Reverend Alvaro Duran, Minister of Community Life at Congregational Church of San Mateo and speaking on behalf of the Peninsula Solidarity Cohort, supported the Horizon Recovery Center and emphasized dignity, evidence-based decision-making, and inclusive community engagement. John Ebneter supported the Horizon project at 101 North El Camino Real, encouraged formation of a public working group, and requested clarification of the Council's role and position during the review process. Taso Zografos supported restoring parking on Humboldt Street, questioned the current bicycle lane configuration, expressed opposition to the Horizon site as proposed, and commented on recusal-related concerns. Mike Swire praised the City's quick response to recent pedestrian safety incidents at 17th Avenue/El Camino Real and Delaware Street, supported the Horizon project, and opposed removal of trees on Humboldt Street. Trina Pierce supported restoring on-street parking on Humboldt Street while maintaining bicycle access and emphasized the parking needs of neighborhood residents. Vikash supported further consideration of a Humboldt Street concept intended to balance pedestrian and bicycle safety with restoration of parking and discussed the social-access impacts experienced by neighborhood residents. Lisa Tealer, Executive Director of the Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council (BACHAC), thanked the City for its support and sponsorship of the 2026 Soul Stroll for Health and highlighted the health education and screening services provided at the event. Connie Weiss suggested considering San Mateo Drive as an alternative bicycle route to Humboldt Street and restoring parking on Humboldt Street, and expressed concerns regarding the proposed location of the Horizon Recovery Center near senior housing and schools. Rick Sakuda expressed appreciation for the work of the City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk, department heads, and City staff.
OLD BUSINESS
17. 2026 Transportation Program Annual Review — Progress Update Engineering Manager Jay Yu presented the 2026 Transportation Program Annual Review, highlighting roadway safety, active transportation, congestion management, parking operations, and transportation staffing and workload. Staff reported that 22 active safety projects were underway, seven of the City's 10 Local Roadway Safety Plan priority projects were funded, 11 active transportation Capital Improvement Program projects were in progress, and approximately 24 percent of the City's high- and medium-high-priority bicycle network had been completed. Staff also reported that 84 percent of transportation CIP projects were grant funded, major corridor travel times remained relatively stable, downtown parking demand remained strong, and demand for residential parking permit programs was increasing.
Public Comment: Kevin Simpson praised the report and recent quick-build safety improvements, urged disciplined prioritization of transportation work, and encouraged staff to use community-identified safety concerns and incomplete Safe Streets studies to identify dangerous locations before serious collisions occur.
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automobile trips, more market-based parking management, and continued consideration of speed reduction and roadway safety opportunities. Michael Reagan, President of the Beresford-Hillsdale Neighborhood Association, expressed concerns regarding future traffic and parking impacts associated with Hillsdale development, delays in planned safety improvements, the effectiveness of traffic calming on 31st Avenue, and community involvement in bicycle facility planning.
The Council expressed support for the City's transportation work and asked questions regarding safety data and near-miss reporting, project prioritization, active transportation and Safe Routes to School, traffic calming, parking management, residential parking permit demand, construction impacts, and future transportation planning. No action was taken.
Motion was made to extend the meeting to 11:30 p.m.
Moved: Cwirko-Godycki, Seconded: Newsom
Ayes: Newsom, Loraine, Fernandez, Cwirko-Godycki, and Diaz Nash Noes: None
Motion passed 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARING
18. Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget and 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program — Review Finance Director Abby Veeser presented the first public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget and 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program. The proposed citywide budget totals approximately $356.5 million and includes General Fund operations, enterprise funds, public safety, parks and recreation, transportation, and facility and infrastructure capital improvements. Staff reviewed the City's financial outlook, including General Fund revenues and expenditures, the Sewer and Storm Enterprise Funds, the five-year Capital Improvement Program, unfunded capital needs, and long-term financial sustainability challenges.
Public Comment: There were no speakers.
The Council discussed long-term fiscal sustainability, potential revenue and sponsorship opportunities, economic development, City-owned property, visitor and hotel revenue, pension and Vehicle License Fee obligations, staffing, and other opportunities to reduce the projected structural deficit. The Council provided consensus direction to include $15,000 in one-time General Fund support for the Senior Congregate Meal Program to add capacity and help reduce existing waitlists, with the understanding that pending grant funding may offset the need for City funds.
No formal action was taken on the proposed budget. The budget and Capital Improvement Program are scheduled to return to the City Council on June 15, 2026, for a second public hearing and adoption.
Enactment: Resolution No. 52 (2026)
A motion was to extend the meeting to 11:45 p.m.
Moved: Cwirko-Godycki, Seconded: Newsom
Ayes: Newsom, Loraine, Fernandez, Cwirko-Godycki, and Diaz Nash Noes: None
Motion passed 5-0.
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OLD BUSINESS
19. Senate Bill 707 (Brown Act Amendments): Technology Disruption Policy and Public Outreach and Interpretation Policy — Adoption
City Clerk Martin McTaggart presented an overview of Senate Bill 707 and the City's implementation requirements, including remote public participation, technology disruption procedures, language access and interpretation assistance, agenda translation, and outreach to historically underrepresented and non-English- speaking communities.
Public Comment: There were no speakers.
Public Comment: Kevin Simpson strongly supported the project, citing the proposed safety and connectivity improvements and urging the City to move forward. Mike Swire supported the project and its focus on bicycle and pedestrian safety, praised the public outreach and outside funding secured, and suggested clearer tracking of design changes during future outreach processes.
The Council discussed implementation requirements, including hybrid participation options for City boards and commissions, procedures during technology disruptions, and the statutory threshold for agenda translations.
The Council provided direction for future Senior Advisory Commission meetings to be held in the City Council Chambers with hybrid participation available through Zoom, without MCTV production services, to improve accessibility and remote participation opportunities.
The City Council adopted the staff recommendation, including the City's Technology Disruption Policy and a Resolution approving the City's Public Outreach and Public Interpretation Assistance Practices.
Moved: Fernandez, Seconded: Cwirko-Godycki
Ayes: Newsom, Loraine, Fernandez, Cwirko-Godycki, and Diaz Nash Noes: None
Motion passed 5-0.
REPORTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS, AND COMMITTEE UPDATES
Deputy Mayor Fernandez recognized staff and partner agencies for the City's Memorial Day ceremony and raised questions regarding future community engagement for the proposed Horizon Recovery Center. The Council expressed consensus that, if the Horizon project returns to San Mateo, an additional public meeting should be held after an application is submitted so that updated project information and potential impacts can be discussed. The City Manager also agreed to follow up with Horizon regarding its community engagement approach.
Council Member Diaz Nash proposed a limited-term ad hoc Council committee focused on construction management and helping residents understand and navigate the cumulative impacts of major development projects. The Council provided consensus direction to establish the ad hoc committee, with Council Members Diaz Nash and Newsom expressing interest in participating.
Council Member Newsom recognized the Police Activities League's 10th Annual Mental Health Matters event, encouraged residents to vote in the June 2 election, and requested a moment of silence for a Hillsdale High School student who died following a recent automobile collision and for another student who remained critically injured.
The City Council voted 5-0 to extend the meeting to 11:59 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT –The meeting adjourned at 11:57 p.m.
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APPROVED BY: SUBMITTED BY:
Adam Loraine, Mayor Martin McTaggart, City Clerk
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