Supervisors to Vote on New Social Services Director

Redwood City – San Mateo County Supervisors will consider confirming Claire Cunningham as the next director of the Human Services Agency, the department at the center of the County’s efforts to achieve functional zero homelessness.

Board of Supervisors to Study Tenant Protections in the Unincorporated Areas

Redwood City – The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting July 10 to learn about tenant issues in the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County and potential new protections to help prevent homelessness, sanction harassment of tenants and aid those with criminal records in finding housing.

Annual Analysis of Memorial Park Drinking Water Posted

View the report on drinking water at Memorial Park during 2022.

Artists Wanted to Create San Mateo County Parks Posters

In celebration of the San Mateo County Park Foundation’s 25th anniversary and San Mateo County Parks’ centennial, the Parks Foundation is seeking three artists to design a poster for Memorial Park, Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, and Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve.

San Mateo County Supervisors Approve Recommended Budget

Redwood City – San Mateo County supervisors today voted 5-0 to approve a budget for the next two fiscal years that invests in ending homelessness and other key priorities while sounding the need for fiscal caution.

County Budget Hearings Begin Monday, June 26

Redwood City – The Board of Supervisors will host the first public hearing on the $7.7 billion Recommended Budget for the next two fiscal years at 9 a.m. Monday, June 26, 2023. Public hearings are also scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 27, and Wednesday, June 28.

County Warns of Crackdown on Illegal Fireworks, Higher Fines for Violators

Redwood City – In an effort to crack down on illegal fireworks this Fourth of July, County of San Mateo officials are emphasizing the harm the booms, bangs and sparks can cause to pets, young children and entire neighborhoods.

Work Starts on New Affordable Housing Project in North Fair Oaks

Redwood City – After years of planning, construction is now under way on a 179-unit affordable housing project known as Middlefield Junction in North Fair Oaks, the unincorporated neighborhood south of Redwood City. 

Celebrate Fatherhood Week with These Low- or No-Cost Things to Do in San Mateo County

Redwood City – Why celebrate just Father’s Day when there’s Fatherhood Week? Fatherhood Week is for those eager to honor a father, a father figure, paternal bonds or anyone who’s been a positive influence. It’s a way to celebrate all that fathers do for their children. Here are seven ideas to spend time with little or no cost with someone important to you during the week of June 19-25.

Board of Supervisors Approves Tunitas Creek Beach Construction Contract

On June 13, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors approved a $11,593,710 contract to construct parking, pathways, rest rooms, picnic tables, and more visitor services at Tunitas Creek Beach.

Tunitas Creek Beach Update: Supervisors to Vote on Awarding Construction Contract

Redwood City — The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday will consider awarding a construction contract that would transform the 58-acre Tunitas Creek Beach into the County’s new regional coastal park.

Join in Raising Juneteenth Flag at County Center

Redwood City — County and community leaders invite residents to join in raising the Juneteenth Flag at County Center on Tuesday, June 6, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and a time to reflect on the ongoing obstacles faced by the Black community.