Connecting Residents with Services

Redwood City – The County’s Human Services Agency today highlighted key accomplishments that demonstrate how the agency delivers services to vulnerable San Mateo County residents. These range from providing 66,997 clients with safety-net services to assisting with 20 adoptions.

Junipero Serra Park Closures

See trail and area closures including Big Slides in the Meadow View playground.

Bicycle Sunday Canceled For Holiday Weekends 2024

For holiday weekends in 2024, Bicycle Sunday, the weekly event that allows for non-motorized use of Cañada Road along Crystal Springs Regional Trail, will be canceled to meet the increased holiday needs for staffing at other parks in the area. Bicyclists and motorists, please be mindful to share the road.

Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Beach Access Blocked Off for Pupping Season

It’s crucial that you stay out of areas marked by cones and give the moms and pups the space they need to feel safe.

Bay Area Health Officials Urge Vigilance as Measles Cases Rise in the US

Redwood City —  With measles on the rise nationally, and recent cases locally, San Mateo County Health joins Bay Area health officials in urging everyone to be up to date on measles vaccinations and to watch for symptoms after travel or exposure. The best protection against measles is two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, which protects you for life. This is particularly important for anyone travelling internationally in the upcoming months.

Groundbreaking for New Veterans Housing

Burlingame – Homeless veterans will soon have a place to call home. The muddy site of a shuttered carwash will ultimately provide 18 apartments for veterans experiencing homelessness or who are at-risk of homelessness, along with 50 apartments for individuals and families with low incomes.

Help Us Create Flood Park's New Playground

Let us know the types of play and equipment you and your children want at Flood Park's new playground. 

Supervisors, Raising Concerns about Public Safety, Oppose Move by AT&T to Drop Landlines

Redwood City – San Mateo County Supervisors today voted 5-0 to oppose a move by AT&T they say could threaten the county’s most vulnerable residents during wildfires and other emergencies.

Supervisors Allocate $110 Million in Local Funds to Address Local Needs

Redwood City – San Mateo County Supervisors voted unanimously today to allocate $110 million for the upcoming fiscal year to expand services for the most vulnerable residents, tackle the causes of homelessness, improve parks and more.

Exercise Caution in the Presence of Wildlife

Remember that some of our parks' creatures warrant extra caution if encountered.

Expect Quarry Park Pump Track Closure During Wet Weather

The pump track is open, but will close during rain and until the track surface thoroughly dries out.

Supervisors Move Toward Boosting the Local Social Safety Net

Redwood City — The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors received staff recommendations today for a $34.5 million aid package aimed at bolstering support in three vital areas identified by the community as priorities.