HMB Airport, County Officials Disappointed Dream Machines Cancelled for 2024

Redwood City – The Half Moon Bay Airport and County of San Mateo are disappointed the annual Pacific Coast Dream Machines show will not take place this spring due to a combination of factors including increased permitting requirements by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Recruitment Begins for New Independent Civilian Advisory Commission on the Sheriff’s Office

Redwood City — The County of San Mateo is currently recruiting for its new Independent Civilian Advisory Commission on the Sheriff’s Office and is encouraging a diverse array of residents to apply. The new commission will advise the Board of Supervisors about community-police relations, accountability, transparency and public engagement. The Board created the commission in December.

New Approach Proposed to Encourage Those Experiencing Homelessness to Accept Shelter Offers

Redwood City — The Board of Supervisors, on Tuesday, Jan. 23, will consider a new approach to encourage individuals experiencing homelessness to accept offers of shelter and support. The proposed ordinance regulating encampments on public property in unincorporated San Mateo County is intended to help the County achieve its goal of making homelessness brief and rare.

Controller Releases Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Redwood City – San Mateo County Controller Juan Raigoza recently released the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023. The report includes audited financial statements, analysis and other details about the County’s finances.

Pitch It or Fix It?

With a broken toaster oven in hand, Courtenay Owens of San Mateo had come to the right place. "It has completely died," she explained. "No heat at all."

Request for Proposals (RFP) for Accela Implementation and Maintenance Support Services

The County of San Mateo Planning and Building Department's Request for Proposals (RFP) No. PLN24-0109 seeks an experienced provider who is adept at designing and delivering online Accela permitting systems; supporting staff in their use of these and other integrated systems; and implementing upgrades to these systems that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of electronic permitting procedures.

County Now Evaluating Measure K Funding Proposals

Redwood City – San Mateo County staff are now evaluating 315 applications requesting Measure K sales tax funds as part of a community process to match Board of Supervisors’ priorities in three critical areas: children, families and seniors; emergency preparedness; and, housing and homelessness.

Six to be Inducted into 35th San Mateo County Women’s Hall of Fame

Redwood City — The Commission on the Status of Women is proud to announce four Honorees and two Young Women of Excellence will be inducted into the 2024 San Mateo County Women’s Hall of Fame on March 8, 2024. A leader in economic development, a long-time public servant and community advocate, a co-founder of CoastPride, an advocate for mental health equity and two teen leaders will be inducted into the 2024 San Mateo County Women's Hall of Fame, the county's premier showcase for women who make a difference every day in our community.

With Disparities in COVID-19 Vaccination for Some Groups, County Health Urges Everyone to be Up to Date

Redwood City – As peak winter travel season approaches, San Mateo County Health officials continue to urge vaccination as the best protection against the worst effects of COVID-19, including hospitalization and death.

Toy Drive Brings Smiles to Coastside Children

Pescadero – The holiday season is in full swing in Pescadero as dozens of children have received gifts from the Children’s Fund Holiday Gift Program. Games, dolls, puzzles, stuffed animals, toy trucks and balls of all sizes were among the gifts handed to children this weekend.