Community Conversations: Cannabis in North Fair Oaks

One of the aspects I enjoy the most as District 4 Supervisor is engaging with the community and listening to the voices of all residents. A few months ago, I had the idea of creating a series of several different informal “Community Conversations” on hot topics that impact District 4 residents.

Expanded offshore drilling terrible for state

Drilling for oil off the coast of California has been something most people thought had been forbidden for decades. When the issue was recently revived as a possibility by the current federal government administration, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors decided to join almost every other California jurisdiction in fighting back against the idea. A resolution was approved unanimously at the Jan. 23 board meeting supporting a continuing ban on new offshore oil and gas drilling, fracking and other well stimulation in federal and state waters.

Getting to know Broadmoor from the office of Supervisor David J. Canepa

We have had a blast making the videos this year showcasing our district.  Please enjoy the latest episode which focuses on Broadmoor:

Stop killer robots by San Mateo County Supervisor, David J. Canepa

David J. Canepa represents District 5 on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.   Last month, I picked up a copy of the Daily Journal and came across a headline on the opinion page that read: “Robots, drones and bots too — potentially the end of us?”

Transgender Military Personnel: County and National Resources

The reversal of U.S. military policy impacts more than 6000 active-duty transgender military personnel and their loved ones.

RFP: Program Evaluation Services

This Request for Proposals is for the evaluation of services for programs that promote resiliency, pro-social behavior, and emotional wellbeing and youth and family programs that increase developmental assets and decrease youth involvement in the juvenile justice system. These services are funded by the YOBG, JJCPA, and JPCF. 

San Francisquito Creek Bridge Replacement

Soon to be underway! Caltrans will begin construction on the San Francisquito Creek Bridge Replacement Project!

RFP: Youth Activities and Mental Health Services 2017

RFP Number 2017-001 County of San Mateo Probation Department Release Date: January 3, 2017 Responses must be Received by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on February 14, 2017

RFP: Youth and Family Programs

RFP Number – 2017-002 County of San Mateo Probation Department Release Date: January 3, 2017 Responses must be Received by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on February 14, 2017

RFQ: Gang Prevention and Intervention

The County of San Mateo seeks by way of this RFQ to obtain quotes from all qualified providers who have knowledge and expertise with providing gang intervention and prevention services, or similar services. The tentative target start date and term for the proposed services is December 2016 through December 2018, subject to negotiation of a final agreement.