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Email from City of San Mateo Check out the latest from the City of San Mateo In today's edition: City Council Hosts "Blue Sky" Goal Setting Workshop City Council Meeting Preview for March 3 Meeting Introducing the 25th Avenue Collective: Uniting Local Businesses & Energizing the Community Join San Mateo Police Department's Business Watch Join San Mateo Police Department's Business Watch Enjoy Coffee with a Cop on March 5 at Lolita Get Your Tickets While They Last for Casino & Crab Feed Fundraiser Electrify San Mateo Community Feedback Meeting eBook Appointments at the Library San Mateo Parks and Recreation is Hiring for Summer! HEAD WEST Marketplace Help Shape the Future of Walking, Biking, and Rolling in San Mateo County! City Clerk's Office Updates City Council Hosts "Blue Sky" Goal Setting Workshop On Feb. 22, the San Mateo City Council convened a Special Meeting for the City's annual Blue Sky Goal Setting Workshop at the College of San Mateo. During this session, Council members reviewed the current City Council Priority list for fiscal year 2024-2025 and identified new priorities for fiscal year 2025-2026. The City Council will review draft revisions to the FY 2024-2025 priorities and be presented with the agreed upon list of proposed FY 2025-2026 priorities, along with their associated estimated projected resource investment, at a Study Session on March 17. At the Study Session the City Council will hear public comments and provide further direction to staff before officially adopting these priorities with the City’s budgeting process at a future meeting in April or May, 2025. See the proposed Council Priorities for Fiscal Year 2025 - 2025 below. See the Proposed Council Priorities City Council Meeting Preview for March 3 Meeting The following items will be discussed by the San Mateo City Council on Monday, March 3, 2025. Click the button below for the full City Council Agenda and Packet: Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Study Session 2025 Community Survey Results Receive an informational report about the results of the City's Community Survey, conducted in February 2025 by True North Research. Regular Meeting, 7 p.m. Ceremonial Mayor’s Quarterly Hero Award Women’s History Month – Proclamation Public Hearing 2025 Solid Waste Collection Rates - Rate Increase and Appropriation Old Business Central Park Playground Improvements Project – Appropriation and Award of Contract The City Council will consider adopting a resolution accepting a $10,000 donation from the San Mateo City Parks and Recreation Foundation and authorize an appropriation of the donation to the Central Park Fund for the Central Park Playground Improvements Project; and awarding a construction contract to Suarez and Munoz Construction, Inc. Boards and Commissions – 2025 Demography Study The City Council will review the 2025 Commissioner Demography Study results and provide direction for ongoing surveying and outreach. Learn more via the Public Meeting Portal below. Public Meeting Portal City Manager's Office Updates Introducing the 25th Avenue Collective: Uniting Local Businesses & Energizing the Community The 25th Avenue Collective, a new coalition of local businesses, is launching a series of community events in 2025 to bring energy, connection, and attention to the businesses on 25th Avenue. With support from the City of San Mateo, the San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce, and Krave the Experience, the Collective will host six exciting events, including Wellness Wednesdays, a Summer Send-Off Party, and a festive Winter Wonder Walk. Local businesses can get involved by hosting vendor tables and engaging with the community. Want to get involved? Email us at 25thavenuecollective@gmail.com or follow us @the25thavenuecollective on Instagram or Facebook. Save the Date for the 2025 State of the City on March 10 Want to hear what the City is doing to move San Mateo forward and continue making it a great place to live and work? Join us for the annual San Mateo State of the City on Monday, March 10, 2025, where Mayor Rob Newsom Jr. will share insights into our achievements in 2024 and plans for 2025. Be a part of shaping the future and join the conversation at the event, which takes place in the San Mateo Main Library's Oak Room, located at 55 West 3rd Ave. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation begins at 7 p.m. Seating is limited so RSVP to secure your spot today. Registration Required Police News Join San Mateo Police Department's Business Watch The San Mateo Police Department (SMPD) s proud to present a new crime prevention program aimed at local commerce. In a similar fashion to Neighborhood Watch, Business Watch aims to create a safer business environment, reduce crime, and foster strong partnerships between law enforcement, the businesses, and all patrons visiting San Mateo. The program is designed to highlight partnerships, education & training, information sharing, and community engagement. Some benefits include increased security, a direct line of communication with the police department, obtaining crime prevention resources, and enhanced community relationships. Through regular communication, businesses and police can quickly share information about potential threats, crime, or suspicious activity. SMPD can provide businesses with training on crime prevention techniques, how to protect assets, and how to handle emergencies and report crime. The program facilitates the exchange of vital information regarding crime trends, scams, and other security concerns that could impact the business. They are also encouraged to register any security cameras with our Neighborhood Eyes Security Team (NEST) program: For more information on the program, email businesswatch@cityofsanmateo.org. Sign Up Here Enjoy Coffee with a Cop on March 5 at Lolita Join SMPD for a casual conversation over your favorite cup of joe this Wednesday, March 5 for Coffee with a Cop! It's a great opportunity to ask questions, share concerns, and learn more about the police department's work. The program takes place 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Lolita Artisanal Bakery, located at 3790 S. El Camino Real in San Mateo. Get Your Tickets While They Last for Casino & Crab Feed Fundraiser There's still a chance to get your tickets before we're sold out! The San Mateo Police Officers' and Sergeants' Associations are hosting a Crab Feed & Casino Night on Friday, March 21, 2025. This fundraiser is open to the public and is a great way to mingle with our officers off-duty while enjoying a delicious crab dinner; followed by dancing or enjoying yourself in our casino. The schedule is as follows: No-host Bar at 6 p.m. Dinner at 7 p.m. Raffles at 8 p.m. Casino/Dancing at 8:30 p.m. This event is always a popular one and has been known to sell-out all of the year's we've hosted a Casino Night, so get your tickets ASAP. It will be held at the San Mateo Elks Lodge, 229 W. 20th Ave., San Mateo. No tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets are $85/person or $800 for a table of (10). Tickets can be purchased by emailing Jeanine Luna at jluna@cityofsanmateo.org. If you are interested in sponsoring this event or making a raffle donation, we can feature your business prior to and at the event. Just contact Jeanine to learn more. The San Mateo Police Officers' Association is a 501(C)(5) non-profit organization. Library Updates Electrify San Mateo Community Feedback Meeting Wednesday, March 5 | 7-8 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor, Oak Room The City of San Mateo seeks your feedback in shaping the Electrify San Mateo:Sustainable Building Strategy and the specific building decarbonization policies the City should pursue. At this in-person community feedback meeting, the project team will share a presentation with the goal of gathering community opinions on the specific existing building decarbonization policies. Learn More eBook Appointments at the Library Wednesday, March 5 | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. | Main Library, 3rd Floor, Computer Lab Learn how to checkout and download free eBooks from the San Mateo Public Library during a one-on-one 30 minute appointment. Have your library card number and e-device with you. Registration required. Learn more and register below. Learn More Parks and Recreation News San Mateo Parks and Recreation is Hiring for Summer! We are looking for fun, dedicated, and responsible staff this summer! Check out all of our open positions online at www.cityofsanmateo.org/summerjobs and apply directly on CalOpps! All positions start at over $18 per hour. Some of the openings include: RECREATION SPECIALIST I Age 16 or 17 yrs. with little to some experience. RECREATION SPECIALIST II Age 18+ yrs. with little to some experience. RECREATION SPECIALIST III Age 18+ yrs. Previous experience in leadership role preferred. FIELD ATTENDANT Age 18+ yrs. with driver’s license and insurance. Good people/communication skills needed. GYM ATTENDANT Good people and communication skills needed. SCOREKEEPER Age 16+ yrs. No experience needed. LIFEGUARD/SWIM INSTRUCTOR Age 15+ yrs. and Current Lifesaving Certification required by 6/1/25. SENIOR LIFEGUARDS Age 18+ yrs., Current Lifesaving Certification and 2 years of lifeguarding experience. Call (650)522-7400 for more information. Apply Here Community News & Events HEAD WEST Marketplace March 16 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Visit Downtown San Mateo’s B Street for HEAD WEST Marketplace on the third Sunday of every month in 2025! The next event in the series takes place March 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., offering a great chance to browse unique gifts or find a treat for yourself from 50 local makers, merchants, crafters, designers, and artists. While you’re at the event, which is at South B Street between Baldwin Avenue & 2nd Avenue, explore downtown’s retail offerings, and enjoy delicious food from our local hotspots. See More Downtown Events Help Shape the Future of Walking, Biking, and Rolling in San Mateo County! The San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) is working to make it safer and easier for people to walk, bike, and roll near and across US 101 through the US 101 San Mateo County Crossing Improvement Plan (Active 101)—part of the larger 101 Corridor Connect program. Last fall, we heard from community members about their active transportation needs and concerns. Now, we’re using that input to shape a proposed countywide mobility corridor and identify key crossings—but we need your feedback! Does the plan reflect your priorities? Let us know! Visit here to learn more, share your thoughts, and enter for a chance to win a $250 gift card! Don’t wait—feedback is open through March 7!   Follow us on social media & stay engaged Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email City of San Mateo | 330 West 20th Avenue | San Mateo, CA 94403 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice