SMC Probation joins the Lip Sync Challenge!

Better late than never, the San Mateo County Probation Department proudly presents its lip sync challenge video

Seton needs new heroes

Whether you are an orphan, a prisoner, sick, a refugee, homeless or mentally ill, the Daughters of Charity for nearly 400 years provided charitable health care for the most vulnerable among us. They’ve been the heroes of the poor for centuries all around the world.

DUI Court Celebrates One Year Anniversary

Launched in September 18, 2017, the San Mateo County DUI Court has made a difference in our community in just one year.

Providing services to immigrants facing challenges in San Mateo County

Silicon Valley Community Foundation's Philanthropy Now podcast series, highlights the Immigrant Support and Coordination services

Board of Supervisors Names New San Mateo County Manager

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors today named current Assistant County Manager Mike Callagy to succeed John L. Maltbie in the top post overseeing a $2.75 billion budget and a workforce of more than 5,500 who deliver vital services and programs to a county of more than 760,000 residents.

San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Approves FY18-19 Budget

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors at its June 26, 2018,  meeting approved a $2.75 billion Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2018-19 after including $764,000 to create an immigrant defense fund.

County of San Mateo Releases FY18-19 Recommended Budget

The County of San Mateo released its Fiscal Year 2018-19 Recommended Budget which the Board of Supervisors will consider at the end of June along with advice from outgoing County Manager John Maltbie to prepare for future economic uncertainty.

County of San Mateo Board of Supervisors Bans Flavored Tobacco Sales

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 in favor of banning the sale of flavored tobacco products at pharmacies and retailers in the unincorporated areas of the county as a way to promote community health, particularly among youth.

Board of Supervisors Will Place Regional Bridge Toll Increase on June Ballot

The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors today voted to place on the June ballot a measure that would raise Bay Area bridge tolls up to three dollars to fund key regional transportation projects aimed at easing congestion.

Mid-Year Budget Review Shows County Finances Remain Strong

 The County of San Mateo’s finances remain strong but budget leaders yesterday cautioned the Board of Supervisors to remain fiscally prudent as a buffer against future unknowns and to stay focused on providing critical programs and services despite the growing noise of discontent on the national level.