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Email from City of San Mateo Check out the latest from the City of San Mateo In today's edition: Save the Date for the 2026 State of the City on March 30! March 16 City Council Meeting Preview "I Voted" Youth Sticker Competition Coming Monday, March 9! Reminder: U.S. 101 and SR-92 Interchange Nighttime Ramp Closures March 9-14 Free ADU Event - Build Your ADU Seminar SMPD's 1st Annual Report is Here! Summer Camp and Aquatics Registration Starts Next Week Los Prados Playground Repairs Registration for the 2026-2027 Building Blocks Preschool Program School Year is Now Open! WindSync Nova Works: Create a Resume that Gets Results! For Young Adults ages 17-24 Parenting Neurodiverse Kids: Speaking Up for Your Child's Needs (Knowing When and How to Step In) Careers with Impact - Join Our Team Today! City Manager's Office Save the Date for the 2026 State of the City on March 30! Join City of San Mateo Mayor Adam Loraine for an engaging presentation at our annual State of the City event. Mayor Loraine will deliver the State of the City live, in person, on Monday, March 30, 2026, highlighting how San Mateo is building momentum and what’s next for our community. He’ll review the accomplishments we’ve achieved over the past year, outline the projects planned for 2026 that make San Mateo a better place, and share ways you can help shape a more resilient city. "Investing Now in a Sustainable Future" Oak Room, San Mateo Main Library 55 West 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94402 6:30 p.m. – Doors open for light bites & refreshments 7:00 p.m. – State of the City presentation  Tickets are free! Secure your spot—RSVP today! pre-registration is highly encouraged. 👉 Register here: tinyurl.com/sanmateo2026soc City Clerk's Office March 16 City Council Meeting Preview The following items will be discussed by the San Mateo City Council on Monday, March 16, 2026. Special Meeting, 6 p.m. Study Session City Council SMART Activities Priority List – Adoption Council will review and provide final direction on the draft SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound) Activities Priority List. This list provides intentional, achievable actions that can be completed within Fiscal Year 2026/27. The item marks the next step in implementing the City’s recently adopted Strategic Plan and will be complete upon adoption of the City’s annual budget in June. Regular Meeting, 7 p.m. Ceremonial The City Council will recognize the At-Risk Youth Foundation - Presentation The City Council will receive a presentation from The At Risk Youth Foundation (TARYF), a volunteer-led foundation which supports nationwide drinking and driving educational programs, and provides teddy bears to children affected by tragic incidents. The San Francisco Peninsula 2025–2028 Strategic Plan – Presentation The City Council will receive a presentation from the San Francisco Peninsula - the region’s official convention and visitors’ bureau - on their priorities, goals, and community impact for the coming years. Public Hearing 2026 Solid Waste Collection Rates — Rate Increase The City Council will conduct a Prop 218 protest hearing before considering whether to adopt a resolution to establish maximum rates for solid waste, recycling, and organics collection for 2026. The rate increase is due to increased collection, transportation, and disposal costs. The City Clerk will report the number of qualifying written protests received, and the Council will certify whether the 50% +1 majority protest threshold has been met before consideration of the increase. New Business 2025 Annual Progress Reports – Housing Element, General Plan and Housing Successor Agency – Approval The City Council will review and consider approving the 2025 annual progress reports for the General Plan, Housing Element, and Housing Successor Agency and direct staff to submit these reports to their respective State agencies. Charter Amendments – Study Session The City Attorney will present proposed amendments to the City Charter to reflect the transition to district elections and update outdated provisions. The City Council will provide feedback and direction. This study session will be followed by two public hearings, after which the Council will consider whether to submit a ballot measure to the voters. Under state law, the Council may place charter amendments on the ballot for voter consideration at the next statewide general election. "I Voted" Youth Sticker Competition Is Now Open! We’re partnering with our Youth Activities Council (YAC) to host an "I Voted" Sticker Competition! Three winning designs from different age groups will become stickers for voters at San Mateo Vote Centers during the June 2, 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election. Competition Details: Must be 18 or under, living or studying in San Mateo Design must include "I Voted" or "Future Voter" Use the template to create a hand drawn or digital design Submit your designs by Friday, April 10 online, by email, by mail or drop off at City Hall. The competition begins Monday, March 9. Learn more: cityofsanmateo.org/4758/I-Voted-Sticker-Competition Ongoing Road Closures from Caltrans Reminder: U.S. 101 and SR-92 Interchange Nighttime Ramp Closures March 9-14 Caltrans will close off-ramps from southbound U.S. 101 to State Route (SR) 92 in San Mateo in order to construct a concrete barrier rail and to install overhead signage. The off-ramps will be closed nightly through Saturday morning, March 14. The southbound U.S. 101 to westbound SR-92 will be closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. nightly. The Fashion Island off-ramp will be closed from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. nightly. Detour: Take the off-ramp to eastbound East Hillsdale Blvd, loop onto northbound U.S. 101, and take SR-92 in either direction.  The southbound U.S. 101 off-ramp to eastbound SR-92 will be closed from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. Detour: Take westbound SR-92 to the South Delaware exit, turn right on Concar, right on South Delaware, and left on eastbound SR-92. This work is part of the $45-million U.S. 101- SR-92 Short-term Improvements Project that is co-sponsored by the San Mateo County Transportation Authority and City/County Association of Governments. The project will bring operational improvements, enhancement to local access and promotion of economic vitality to the region. All work is weather dependent. Please drive with caution. Caltrans thanks you for your patience in its work to maintain the state’s highways, bridges and tunnels. For real-time traffic, use the Caltrans QuickMap: quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ Community Development Free ADU Event - Build Your ADU Seminar The ADU Resource Center of San Mateo County is hosting a free public seminar designed for homeowners in San Mateo County that are curious about building an ADU on their property. Saturday, March 21 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. San Mateo Senior Center, 2645 Alameda de las Pulgas ​ Space is limited - please register here to reserve your spot.  You'll learn about: Current ADU rules How City permitting works Typical costs and timelines Design options How to choose the right team Financing basics Hear from local ADU design and construction experts, a finance professional, and staff from the City of San Mateo about the permitting process. No technical background needed, just bring your questions! Register here: smcadu.org/event-listings/build-your-adu-seminar/ The City of San Mateo is a partner jurisdiction to the ADU Resource Center of San Mateo County. Police SMPD's First Annual Report is Here! We’re excited to share something special with you — our very first SMPD publication, capturing 2025! This isn’t just pages of numbers (although yes, we’ve got the stats). It’s a snapshot of the people, partnerships, and moments that shaped this past year. From community events and outreach to major cases and everyday calls for service, it’s all in there. Inside you’ll find: Highlights of programs Crime stats and data Who we are Community engagement efforts What our focus has been and more… Public safety works best when we do it together. This report is one more way we’re staying transparent, accountable, and connected with you. Take a look, learn something new, and see how your involvement makes a difference. To view the full report, visit cityofsanmateo.org/DocumentCenter/View/102082/2025-SMPD-Annual-Report-Final. Parks and Recreation Summer Camp and Aquatics Registration Starts Next Week Get ready and mark your calendars for a sun-sational summer! Registration for Summer Camps & Aquatics programs will begin: Wednesday, March 18, at 9 a.m. for City of San Mateo Residents Friday, March 20, at 9 a.m. for non-residents. Kiddos can discover a new passion through unique arts and crafts, musical theater and performing camps as well as sports, science, chess, filmmaking and coding camps. This summer there’s something for every child! Dive into our seasonal swim lessons for all ages and levels! Register online at sanmateorec.org Still deciding which programs are best for your family? Check out the Summer Camps & Aquatics Activity Guide at cityofsanmateo.org/1430/Activity-Guide Los Prados Playground Repairs The play structure at Los Prados Park is closed for repairs the week of March 16-20, 2026. Staff will be replacing the upper body component with a new unit that matches the original design, supported by new posts for enhanced stability. This improvement will allow users to fully enjoy both sides of the play structure through creative physical play. Registration for the 2026-2027 Building Blocks Preschool Program School Year is Now Open! We’re thrilled to welcome little scholars to our Building Blocks Preschool Program this fall! Your child deserves a head start in a nurturing, play-based environment where curiosity, creativity and friendships grow. Spaces are limited—register today! Programs begin August 17, 2026 Shoreview Center – 950 Ocean Ave. Visit our website to learn more: cityofsanmateo.org/preschool or contact Beresford Recreation Center (650) 522-7440. Library Updates   WindSync March 21 | 3-4 p.m. | Main Library - 1st Floor | Oak Room The wind quintet WindSync embraces the classics and growing contemporary repertoire with a fresh sensibility. This event is sponsored by Music at Kohl Mansion and the San Mateo Public Library Foundation. Find more information on the WindSync event webpage.   Nova Works: Create a Resume that Gets Results! For Young Adults ages 17-24 March 19 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. | San Mateo Main Library, 1st Floor | Laurel Room This free resume workshop covers essential details to include, how to format your document, and how to highlight your skills. Registration is required.  Find more information on the Nova Works event webpage. Parenting Neurodiverse Kids: Speaking Up for Your Child's Needs (Knowing When and How to Step In) March 23 | 6-7 p.m. | Main Library, 1st Floor | Oak Room Advocating for your child can feel emotional, complicated, and sometimes overwhelming. Neurodivergent neurodiversity activist, Amanda Morin, shares strategies to help parents in building confidence around when to step in, how to communicate concerns effectively, and how to partner with schools in ways that center your child’s strengths, needs, and lived experience. Find more information on the Speaking Up for Your Child's Needs event webpage.   Job Opportunities with the City Careers with Impact - Join Our Team Today! Your weekly window into City service and job opportunities Apply Now: Public Works Intern - Per Diem Summer Camp Recreation Specialist I/II/III - Per Diem Associate Engineer Real Time Information Coordinator Senior Human Resources Analyst and more! A great way to make a positive impact with opportunities for growth and development. Check out the latest openings here and apply at www.calopps.org/city-of-san-mateo. Want Even More City Updates? You can also sign up for additional City of San Mateo updates and alerts on topics that matter to you! 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