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👋 eNews: Sept. 5, 2025 - Sept. Nights on B Street Sept. 11 & 18, Leaf Blower Rebates, City's 131st Birthday, Library Events & More

Email from City of San Mateo Check out the latest from the City of San Mateo In today's edition: San Mateo Turns 131 — Share Your Story in Our Digital Time Capsule September Nights on B Street Starts Thursday, Sept. 11 Gas Leaf Blowers will Soon Be Prohibited –Make the Switch to Electric and Get Your Rebate Now! Summer of Savings with Cal Water Rebates Support for Our Adopted Unit, the 101st Airborne Company City Council Actions at Sept. 2 Meeting Watch "Despicable Me 4" on Sept. 12 at Movies in the Park Celebrating National Senior Center Month by Saluting Our Volunteers Reminder: Central Park Playground Project Construction Road Work Starts on Monday Reminder: Sunnybrae Park Playground Closure Toddler Storytime @ Hillsdale Branch Writers Helping Writers - Editing Another Person's Memoir for Amazon Publication Robotics Demonstration Teen Craft: Ink Votives and Washer Pendants Thrive San Mateo: Shine a Light on Hope: National Suicide Prevention Week (Sept. 8–14) Job Opportunities with the City Child Care Town Hall Upcoming Special Events Downtown City Manager's Office San Mateo Turns 131 — Share Your Story in Our Digital Time Capsule Yesterday marked the City of San Mateo’s 131st birthday — we were officially incorporated on Sept. 4, 1894! To honor our history, we’ve launched a new Digital Time Capsule that not only celebrates this milestone but also supports the City’s Historic Policy Update. The capsule is a way to gather community stories, photos, videos, and documents that answer the question: “What does San Mateo’s history mean to you?” It also helps fill in historical gaps left after a previous 1989 historic survey was never completed, ensuring that our collective memories are preserved for generations to come. 📌 Contribute today: Learn more and submit online. September Nights Return to B Street – Sept. 11 & 18 Make a night of it on B Street on Sept. 11 and 18 this month, where you can enjoy music, dining, and family fun! The festivities take place on B Street between 1st and 2nd avenues, 6-8 p.m. with the following musical performances: Thursday, Sept. 11 | Live music by Piano Madness Thursday, Sept. 18 | Live music by Bud E. Luv Kids will love the dedicated play area—including Triple Threat Basketball + All Star Football + All Star Baseball--making it the perfect evening out for the whole family. Learn more at cityofsanmateo.org/septembernights. The month concludes with the September Arts & Culture Fest, presented by the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce. On Sunday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy live performances and local art on B Street from Baldwin to 3rd avenues. Gas Leaf Blowers Will Soon Be Prohibited –Make the Switch to Electric and Get Your Rebate Now! Gas-powered leaf blowers are on their way out of San Mateo. To help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and address air quality impacts, the San Mateo City Council is preparing to develop an ordinance prohibiting gas leaf blowers. The Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission will provide feedback on the leaf blower requirements on Sept. 10, and the City Council will provide direction on the ordinance on Oct. 6. Visit the City’s Public Meeting Portal to learn how to participate in the meetings. San Mateo residents can get up to $100 and landscaping businesses with an active San Mateo business license are eligible for up to $500 toward the purchase of an electric leaf blower and batteries. Electric models are quieter, cleaner and the future of landscaping in our city. Share this program with your gardener or neighbor – together, we can make a real impact. Find out more at cityofsanmateo.org/4544/Electric-Leaf-Blower-Rebate. Summer of Savings with Cal Water Rebates Dive into water $avings this summer, both indoors and outdoors. Cal Water rebate programs help customers save when buying water-saving toilets, clothes washers, smart irrigation controllers, sprinklers, and more. Learn more today at: calwater.com/conservation City Clerk's Office Support for Our Adopted Unit, the 101st Airborne Company The City of San Mateo adopted the 101st Airborne Company in 1968 during the Vietnam War. We continue to show our support to our servicemembers and veterans today! Boxes of City, police, and fire department branded gifts are on their way to our soldiers as a gesture of our respect and appreciation for all they do. We look forward to hosting our adopted troops later this fall. Learn more about the City's special relationship with the 101st Airborne Company: https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/1452/101st-Airborne-Adopted-Unit. City Council Actions at Sept. 2 Meeting The following items were discussed by the San Mateo City Council on Sept. 2, 2025. Full meeting Minutes are approved in subsequent Council meetings and can be viewed and are searchable on the Agendas & Minutes Public Portal below. Study Session, 5:30 p.m. City of San Mateo Strategic Plan — Update The City Council provided final direction on the Strategic Plan and process. Council asked for minor language revisions and an executive summary to provide context for all readers. The City Council emphasized the importance of innovation and fiscal responsibility, and expressed support for aligning Council agenda reports with the Strategic Plan and maintaining flexibility within the Blue Sky process. New Business Youth Commissioners to the Senior Advisory Commission — Ordinance Introduction An Ordinance was introduced to correct an administrative error, amending San Mateo Municipal Code Section 2.29.10 “Senior Advisory Commission” to provide for Council appointment of two non-voting youth advisory members. The Ordinance will be adopted at a future City Council meeting. Regular Meeting, 7 p.m. Ceremonial: Toyonaka – San Mateo Youth Baseball and International Exchange Program – Presentation The City Council celebrated a successful Sister Cities visit to Japan for the Osaka Expo and the Youth Baseball Exchange that welcomed guests from Japan to San Mateo. The Council received a recorded greeting from Toyonaka Mayor Shigeki Osanai. The baseball players, host families, translators, and youth ambassadors also received certificates of recognition for their participation. Emergency Preparedness Month – Proclamation The City Council invited representatives from San Mateo Consolidated Fire to receive a proclamation recognizing September as National Emergency Preparedness Month. Old Business Delaware Street Safe Routes to School Corridor Bike Lane Improvements — Update The City Council received an update and provided direction to staff on the Delaware Street Safe Routes to School Corridor Bike Lane Improvements project. Based on community feedback, staff presented on a revised design that retained the existing southbound travel lanes between Bermuda Dr to Saratoga Dr and enhanced bike safety near the 28th Avenue & Delaware intersection. The City Council supported the recommendation to move forward with the revised design and proceed with the bid process. The contract will be brought before Council for approval at a later date. New Business Postponed - San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce: 2025-26 Work Plan — Presentation This item was postponed. It will be rescheduled to a future meeting. The City Council will receive a presentation from the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce on the 2025-26 Work Plan. Adjournment: The Council adjourned the meeting in memory of the victims of the attack on Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Agendas & Minutes Public Meeting Portal Parks and Recreation Watch "Despicable Me 4" on Sept. 12 at Movies in the Park Join us for Movies in the Park on Friday, Sept. 12 at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Park for a FREE screening of Despicable Me 4 (PG). Cozy up with your blankets and friends and family for a movie night under the stars! Family friendly activities and classic movie concession sales from Fletch's Catering begin at 6 p.m.. The movie starts around dusk (~7:30 p.m.). Check out our website for the full schedule at www.cityofsanmateo.org/1663/Special-Events. Celebrating National Senior Center Month by Saluting Our Volunteers In celebration of National Senior Center Month, we wanted to give you a glimpse into the amazing things we have going on in our Senior Center and community every day! We’re kicking off the month highlighting the over 45 volunteers, many of whom are also older adults, who make it possible for us to offer free and low-cost classes, serve healthy lunches, provide essential tech support, and improve the lives of older adults in our community. Our volunteers are the glue that keeps our community together! They fill our senior center with a vibrancy and valuable social connection opportunities that combat loneliness and isolation. Communities truly thrive when everyone is supported across their lifespan. Join us in thanking our senior center volunteers! Interested in making a difference by volunteering? Visit our website for active programs and available opportunities. Reminder: Central Park Playground Project Construction Road Work Starts on Monday The City’s contractor, Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. will be installing a new underground sewer line for the playground’s new restroom between East 5th Avenue and 9th Avenue on El Camino Real, causing temporary road closures starting Monday, Sept. 8. Work may occur during daytime or nighttime hours, please use caution while in the area, stay focused and abide by all posted signage. Possible Closure Dates: Monday, Sept. 8 through Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025 Tuesday, Oct. 7 through Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 Impacts of El Camino Real northbound lane closure between East 5th Avenue to 9th Avenue: Road closure between East 5th Avenue and 9th Avenue May cause temporary traffic congestion for northbound and southbound motorists Steel plates will be placed over roadwork. Please drive with caution. Pedestrian detours Sidewalk access adjacent to Central Park may be temporarily closed Some on-street parking will be unavailable Dust and noise from construction vehicles and equipment We appreciate everyone's patience as we improve the playground at Central Park. Be sure to check out our project webpage for the most up-to-date information: https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/4142/Central-Park-Playground-Renovation. Reminder: Sunnybrae Park Playground Closure The playground at Sunnybrae Park will be closed starting Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, for repair and replacement of the wooden play structure. Repairs are expected to take two weeks. Please check our park webpage for updates: https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/3318/Parks-and-Picnic-Areas Library Updates Toddler Storytime @ Hillsdale Branch Mondays | 10:30 - 11a.m. | Hillsdale Library Programming Space Toddler Storytime returns to Hillsdale! Get moving with books, songs, and tons of fun designed to help develop your child's language and motor skills. In observance of capacity limits, only one adult per child may attend. Learn more. Writers Helping Writers - Editing Another Person's Memoir for Amazon Publication Thursday, Sept. 11 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor | Oak Room Laurel Anne Hill leads a workshop on editing and self-publishing on Amazon, with a focus on partnering with another author on their memoir. Registration is required. Learn more. Robotics Demonstration Saturday, Sept. 6 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor | Book Bubble Vortex Robotics showcases their amazing robots, sharing their journey and inspiring you to start a team of your own. This program is geared for children from 4th to 8th grade.  Learn more Teen Craft: Ink Votives and Washer Pendants  Monday, Sept. 8 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor | Oak Room Create your own tea light or make a personalized washer pendant using alcohol ink. Registration is required. Learn more Thrive San Mateo Shine a Light on Hope: National Suicide Prevention Week (Sept. 8–14) Next week is about embracing connection, spreading hope, and uplifting emotional wellness—a powerful opportunity for our Thrive San Mateo community to show that asking for help is a sign of strength. Here are some community resources to help someone struggling in your community: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Available 24/7 by phone, text, or chat, the 988 Lifeline connects those in crisis with free, confidential support. It’s immediate, reliable, and always there. SAMHSA's Suicide Prevention Month Toolkit A rich toolkit offering graphics, social media shareables, virtual backgrounds, email signature banners, and key messaging that you can download and adapt for your newsletter, social posts, and website. NAMI’s Crisis Resources NAMI provides templates to start conversations, recognize warning signs, and connect to the Lifeline via call, text, or chat. Their messaging—“Start a Conversation. Be the Difference.”—perfectly aligns with a positive, inclusive campaign. Crisis Text Line For those who find texting less daunting than calling, simply text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained, supportive counselor at any hour. Peer-to-Peer Programs: Active Minds & Hope Squad Active Minds engages youth and young adults in peer-led mental health advocacy through chapters across schools and workplaces—offering programs like “Send Silence Packing,” speaker events, and workplace wellness initiatives. Hope Squad Hope Squad trains students to become trusted peers who can notice distress, offer empathy, and connect classmates to help—building supportive school cultures from within. HeadsUpGuys (for men’s mental health) A strengths-based online platform offering self-check tools, stress assessments, personal stories, and a therapist directory designed specifically to support men’s wellness and reduce stigma. Cope Notes A heartfelt daily subscription that delivers positive affirmations, journaling prompts, and psychology tips via text—helping subscribers build resilience and feel supported, one message at a time. City Resources San Mateo Public Library The Library offers a variety of books about suicide prevention. They also offer a variety of clubs and events where people of all ages can connect with others on topics of mutual interest, which can help uplift someone struggling with isolation. Parks and Recreation Another way to form uplifting connections is to take part in parks and recreation activities, from art and fitness classes to music, dancing and games.Those ages 50+ can improve their wellbeing and make new friends by joining our Senior Center, which offers a variety of programs, from yoga classes and health lectures to bingo, billiards or mahjong, and group lunches. If someone you know needs support, you don’t have to have all the answers—just being present and holding space for them is powerful. This week, let’s lean into community, and remind each other: you matter, and help is here. Thrive San Mateo is here for you—and so is the community. Job Opportunities with the City Your Weekly Window into City Service and Job Opportunities Apply Now:  Wastewater Treatment Plant Mechanic I/II Senior Instrument Control Technician Field Attendant Facility Specialist - Per Diem Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III Police Officer - Lateral ...and more! 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