Ratatouille (rat-tat-too-wee) isn't just an animated film, it's an amazing vegetable stew that is full of flavor (and fiber!). Ratatouille is a dish that originated from the Provence region of France and is quite a popular way to use extra vegetables. It's easy to prepare and consists of seasonal summer vegetables, garlic, and olive oil. It's definitely a great dish to make with your farmers' market veggie surplus or veggie leftovers! There are a few ways to prepare it, all leading to the same end product:
I was so honored to be selected by Assembly Speaker pro Tem Kevin Mullin as the Veteran of the Year for 2016 from District 22! There are many deserving veterans in our County and I was humbled to be this year's honoree.
It was a pleasure to join the MidPeninsula Regional Open Space District for their annual Legislative Picnic on the patio of the recently opened Cooley Landing Facility at the Ravenswood Open Space Preserve in East Palo Alto. It's such a beautiful place!
On July 12, 2016, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors appointed Carlos Bolanos Acting Sheriff of San Mateo County to finish out the two years remaining in the term of former Sheriff Greg Munks who stepped down for health reasons. The Board of Supervisors is grateful to have seasoned leadership in the ranks of our law enforcement and the department is fortunate to have a team of professionals that have worked closely together for several years. The County and its cities are in good hands.
Recently the State of California Health and Human Services Agency, Department of Social Services issued a Request for Applications and they have announced their Awardees!
Interested in becoming San Mateo County’s next Poet Laureate? If you are a published poet, 18 years old or older, a resident of San Mateo County for at least three years and have a desire to act as an ambassador and advocate for poetry within this County – consider applying!
"It's high time for California to start thinking about moving beyond a paper-based system and finding ways to adapt to the Internet era." Catapult has launched Allpoint Technology to help voters and candidates use their civic rights with everyday smartphones and iPads.
Congratulations to @KaiserPermanente - Redwood City for being Joint Commission certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center! They are a healthcare leader in the country!
Parking in North Fair Oaks has been a problem for businesses and residents alike. There is good news to report. A 50-60 space parking lot on 2nd and Middlefield Road is on the horizon!
To celebrate the progress of the Sequoia Belle Haven Affordable Senior Housing Project in Menlo Park, MidPen Housing, the project developer, held a "Wall Raising" with all the partners and the neighbors. This beautiful new complex will open in the summer of 2017!
As San Mateo County voters and election observes will recall, last year San Mateo County conducted its first All-Mailed Ballot Election through legislation carried by Assembly Member Kevin Mullin known as Assembly Bill 2028. The legislation required a follow-up analysis and report to determine voter participation levels, turnout by demographic groups, operational costs, etc. Here are the findings from this historic election.
Beginning on May 31st, the Town of Atherton plans to close Marsh Road for eight to twelve weeks to repair the Marsh Road Canal that is eroding the road bed. A series of community meetings have been scheduled to share the project plans and give people the chance to ask questions and register their concerns. Please take the time to learn about this project. http://www.ci.atherton.ca.us/marshroad