San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Appoint Lisa Rosenberg as Next Poet Laureate

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors appointed Lisa Rosenberg of Menlo Park to the honorary post of Poet Laureate at the Oct. 4, 2016 Board meeting. 

Supervisor Warren Slocum Convenes First-Ever Immigrant Integration Summit

The purpose of the summit is to foster dialogue about the current challenges immigrants face in San Mateo County, look at innovative programs that support immigrant residents and shape an approach for San Mateo County.

County of San Mateo Proposes Improvements to Private Defender Program Contract

San Mateo County’s Private Defender Program is in compliance with state and national standards, but has failed to provide reliable information on costs and cases necessary to effectively oversee and evaluate it as a service provider.

County of San Mateo Releases Final FY 2016-17 Budget Changes

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors to consider $2.7 billion budget after September revisions.

Board of Supervisors Approves Countywide Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

The updated document will help the community prepare and respond to disasters.

San Mateo County Board of Supervisors to Study Drone-Related Legislation

At its upcoming Sept. 6 meeting, the Board of Supervisors will hold a study session to review options for drone use in San Mateo County.

County of San Mateo Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Commission on Disabilities

The San Mateo County Commission on Disabilities celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking more than two decades promoting independence and inclusivity of all people by finding solutions, creating opportunities and coordinating resources.

Board of Supervisors Appoints Carlos Bolanos As Sheriff

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors at its July 12, 2016 meeting appointed Acting Sheriff Carlos Bolanos as Sheriff to finish out the two years remaining in the term of former Sheriff Greg Munks who announced his retirement last month due to health reasons.

County of San Mateo Releases Children’s Budget Reflecting Commitment to Youth

The Board of Supervisors accepts the Children, Youth and Families Budget for Fiscal Year 2015-2017, a document that summarizes budgets from across County departments to provide a holistic view of the County’s financial and philosophical commitment to the more than 160,000 residents under the age 18.

County of San Mateo Releases FY 2016-17 Recommended Budget

The County of San Mateo’s financial footing remains strong but County Manager John Maltbie urges fiscal restraint as reserves draw down to lowest level in 10 years.

San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Approves $5 Million to Aid Critical Nonprofits

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors allocated $5 million in emergency loans from Measure A funds to five nonprofit organizations that provide drug and alcohol treatment.