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San Mateo is a dynamic, vibrant city of 100,000 people and 6,000 businesses that provide employment opportunities for residents and those commuting from all points of the Bay Area. With access to public transit, top-ranked schools, walkable neighborhoods, numerous parks and open space as well as re

gional and neighborhood serving commercial areas, San Mateo offers the charm of a small, close-knit community with the amenities found in a major urban environment.

We would like to invite you to the City Council’s Study Session on housing funds on Tuesday, September 8 . Staff will pr...
08/31/2026

We would like to invite you to the City Council’s Study Session on housing funds on Tuesday, September 8 . Staff will provide an overview of the City’s available housing funds and previous expenditures. City Council will provide direction on a funding strategy for the next five years that will help meet the City’s housing goals.

All members of the public are welcome to join the City Council’s Study Session on Tuesday, September 8 at 7:00pm in City Council Chambers of San Mateo City Hall, or virtually via Zoom. An agenda and instructions on how to join the meeting will also be posted in the City’s Public Meeting Portal the week before the meeting.

For any questions regarding the meeting details, contact us at [email protected].

From City updates to community events, here's what's happening in San Mateo.👉 Read the latest eNewsletter updates: https...
08/29/2026

From City updates to community events, here's what's happening in San Mateo.
👉 Read the latest eNewsletter updates: https://conta.cc/4xCWcrW

🔌 WestLight Energy Free EV Charging Webinar for Multifamily Property Owners
🎷 Get Ready for September Nights on B 2026!
✅ Temporary Campaign Sign Enforcement During Elections
🗳️ Nov. 3, 2026, Election Updates
🚶 Downtown Pedestrian Mall: Making Crossings Safer
🌊 Water Safety Reminders With City of San Mateo’s Harbor Patrol
🛠️ Joinville Park Playground Repairs
🎓 The City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation Department is Hiring a Student Intern
🏛️ 1989 Historic Building Survey Update
🏙️ New High-Density Zones: Implementing Strive San Mateo 2040
🎉 Tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 29: Celebrate Main Library's 20th Anniversary and Cafe Grand Opening!
✍️ Writers Helping Writers Series - Book Promotion: 18 Years of Lessons
📚 Author Visit With Vero Perez/Visita de la autora con Vero Pérez
💼 Careers With Impact - Join Our Team Today!

Subscribe for weekly City news & updates at
https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/enews

We know how much our community values the beautiful, mature trees that make Central Park such a special place, and we’re...
08/28/2026

We know how much our community values the beautiful, mature trees that make Central Park such a special place, and we’re saddened to share that one of the park’s oak trees must be removed due to significant damage. 🌳💔

In the early afternoon on Wednesday, Aug. 26, a large branch fell from an oak tree located between the Fallen Heroes Memorial and the San Mateo Arboretum’s native plant garden. Thankfully, no one was injured. 💙

Due to the size of the fallen branch, the severity of the break and its location on the lower trunk, the tree’s overall stability has been compromised, and it must be removed.

Over the next few days, crews will carefully and systematically take down the tree, remove debris and evaluate the surrounding area for any damage. The area has been closed off to pedestrians to provide a safe and secure work site. 🚧

We understand that losing a mature tree in Central Park is difficult, particularly one that has been part of the park’s landscape for many years. 🌿 While preserving our trees is always a priority, the safety of park visitors must come first.

In the coming weeks, staff will meet to discuss next steps and opportunities for replanting in the area. 🌱 We’ll share additional information with the community as it becomes available.

What are your favorite memories of the tree? 🌳✨ Share with us in the comments below.

Join Project Sentinel and the Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo for an informative webinar on federal Fair Ho...
08/28/2026

Join Project Sentinel and the Housing Authority of the County of San Mateo for an informative webinar on federal Fair Housing protections and resources available for small landlords.

There are two webinars scheduled:
1. Tuesday, September 15th, 1:30 p.m., via Zoom
2. Wednesday, September 30th, 1:30 p.m., via Zoom

The training will focus on legal requirements, best practices, and reasonable accommodations. For any questions, please reach out to Project Sentinel ([email protected]) or the Housing Authority of San Mateo County ([email protected]).

🎬 Movies in the Park are back!Join us next Friday, Sept. 4, for a FREE screening of Zootopia 2 at Central Park! 🦊🐰Bring ...
08/28/2026

🎬 Movies in the Park are back!

Join us next Friday, Sept. 4, for a FREE screening of Zootopia 2 at Central Park! 🦊🐰

Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, family and friends for a fun evening in the park. Mobile Rec games and crafts begin at 6 p.m., and Maverick Jack’s and Made Out of Dough will be serving up delicious food and snacks.

🍿 FREE Movie Schedule
📍 Sept. 4 – Zootopia 2 at Central Park
📍 Sept. 11 – How to Train Your Dragon at Shoreview Park
📍 Sept. 18 – Lilo & Stitch at Laurie Meadows Park
📍 Sept. 25 – Wicked: For Good at Beresford Park

Learn more: www.cityofsanmateo.org/1663/Special-Events

Election at a glance:⭐What's on the ballot?San Mateo voters will weigh in on two ballot measures:🔹Measure H: ¼-Cent Tran...
08/28/2026

Election at a glance:
⭐What's on the ballot?
San Mateo voters will weigh in on two ballot measures:

🔹Measure H: ¼-Cent Transactions and Use Sales Tax
🔹Measure F: Charter Amendments Measure
Primary Arguments, Rebuttals and the Impartial Analysis documents are now available online during the public examination period.

👉Who's running for City Council?
San Mateo voters living in Districts 1, 2 and 3 will consider these candidates:

🔹District 1: Taso Zografos, Lisa Diaz Nash
🔹District 3: Seema Patel, Robert G. Newsom Jr.
🔹District 5: Dave Johnson, Adam Loraine, Dana Yates Sahae

The League of Women Voters will host a live San Mateo City Council Candidate Forum on Thursday, Oct. 1 at 6 p.m. at City Hall, with the option to watch online via Zoom. This is a great opportunity for voters to get to know the candidates for Districts 1, 3 and 5.

👉When can I vote?
Drop box and vote center location information will also be available on the county's website. Ballots will be mailed out to registered voters on Oct. 5, and ballot drop boxes will open on Oct. 5. An early voting Vote Center will be open at the County Elections Office in San Mateo on Oct. 5. 11-day and 4-day Vote Centers will open at several locations in San Mateo. More information will be available as we approach the election date.

👉How do I register to vote or check my voter status?
It's always a good time to register to vote! Register or verify your registration on the San Mateo County Elections Division website.

⭐More elections information is available on the city's website at: https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/2326/Elections

🏛️ Interested in San Mateo’s history? Apply to serve on the City's new Historic Resources Commission! We’re seeking 5 ad...
08/28/2026

🏛️ Interested in San Mateo’s history? Apply to serve on the City's new Historic Resources Commission! We’re seeking 5 adult and 2 Youth Commissioners to help advise on historic preservation.

📅 Apply by 9/16 at 5 p.m. on the City’s Boards & Commissions page.

https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/61/Becoming-a-Commissioner

🗳️ Design San Mateo’s next “I Voted” sticker!Calling artists of all ages! 🎨 San Mateo is teaming up with Burlingame, Fos...
08/27/2026

🗳️ Design San Mateo’s next “I Voted” sticker!

Calling artists of all ages! 🎨 San Mateo is teaming up with Burlingame, Foster City, Hillsborough, and Millbrae for the Fall 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest.

Create an original “I Voted” or “Future Voter” design for a chance to see your artwork turned into an official sticker for the Nov. 3, 2026 Statewide General Election!

🏆 Winners will be selected from multiple age groups and receive a custom sweatshirt featuring their design.

📅 Submit by Sept. 30

San Mateo residents: Download the template and find submission details at:
https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/4758/I-Voted-Sticker-Competition

Not a San Mateo resident? Check with your City Clerk’s Office to participate!

September Nights on B Street is back Thursday, Sept. 10, and Thursday, Sept. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m.! 🎶💃 Enjoy live music, ...
08/23/2026

September Nights on B Street is back Thursday, Sept. 10, and Thursday, Sept. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m.! 🎶💃

Enjoy live music, dancing and family-friendly fun in the pedestrian mall of Downtown San Mateo, plus takeout from local restaurants 🍽️, a kids' play area, and beer and wine for purchase on-site 🍻.
➡️ Thursday, Sept. 10: B Street between First and Third Avenues, with live music by Pure Ecstasy
➡️ Thursday, Sept. 17: B Street between Second and Third Avenues, live music by Neon Velvet

➡️ Join the San Mateo Area Chamber's September Arts & Culture Fest Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Baldwin and B Street between First and Third avenues.

Learn more: cityofsanmateo.org/SeptemberNights
Many thanks to our sponsors and partners: San Mateo Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown San Mateo , San Mateo Daily Journal , City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation

From City updates to community events, here's what's happening in San Mateo.👉 Read the latest eNewsletter updates: https...
08/21/2026

From City updates to community events, here's what's happening in San Mateo.
👉 Read the latest eNewsletter updates: https://conta.cc/4wHTzUy

🏊 Tell Us Your Favorite Pool Design by Aug. 27!
🎉 Mark Your Calendar for September Nights on B
🏛️ Aug. 17 City Council Meeting Summary
🗳️ Nov. 3, 2026 Election Info & Updates
📋 Candidate Briefing for 2026 Election
🏛️ Historic Resources Commission - Apply Today!
🚧 Humboldt Street Improvements: Project Update
🎬 The Votes Are In: Announcing Your 2026 Movies in the Park Lineup
🧘 Kids Yoga Series
👨‍🍳 New Senior Chef Stars Cooking Classes
📚 Celebrate Main Library's 20th Anniversary and Café Grand Opening!
✍️ College Essay Workshop
🎷 Woodwind Madness with the Four Woods
💼 Careers With Impact - Join Our Team Today!

⭐ Subscribe for weekly City news & updates at
https://www.cityofsanmateo.org/enews

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