Foster City Chamber of Commerce

04/20/2026

Hey Foster City,

You may have seen posts about the Real Estate survey currently in progress and wondered what that actually means. I want to expand a bit on what it is, how it affects our city, and most importantly, where you can weigh in in a way that’s easy and actionable.

The City of Foster City is taking a close look at our local economy to understand what’s working, what’s missing, and how we can grow in a way that better supports our community. What they’re finding so far is that we have a strong foundation. Our residents have high incomes, strong education levels, and we have a solid job base. The challenge is that a large portion of that spending is happening outside of Foster City.

Many of us are heading to nearby cities for shopping, dining, and entertainment because we do not have enough variety and destination-style options here, especially when it comes to dining, nightlife, retail, and places to gather and spend time.

At the same time, businesses here are dealing with very real barriers like high rents and limited space, which make it difficult for new businesses to open and for existing ones to expand. On top of that, trends like online shopping and fewer people working in offices full-time are reducing foot traffic for local businesses.

The opportunity here is clear. We do not have a demand problem. We have a chance to better meet that demand locally by creating more destinations, experiences, and a stronger mix of businesses that keep people here.

The City is now moving into the next phase of this study, where it will begin identifying areas for future development and making decisions that will shape the local economy for years to come.

This is the moment for our community to speak up. The City is asking for input on where you shop and dine, what you feel is missing, what is working well, and what could be improved. If you are a business owner or a resident, your perspective matters.

If we want to see more of what we have been asking for in Foster City, this is the time to weigh in and be part of that conversation.

How you can contribute:

First: Come listen and get involved in tonight’s Council meeting.

Residents:

Encourage local business owners to participate in the study
Attend the upcoming In-Person Community Meeting
Date: April 27, 2026
Time: 5:00–6:30 PM
Location: Council Chambers, 620 Foster City Blvd

Business Owners (in Foster City or those who chose to open elsewhere):

Attend the upcoming In-Person Community Meeting
Date: April 27, 2026
Time: 2:00–3:00 PM
Location: Council Chambers, 620 Foster City Blvd
Or join via Zoom on Wednesday, April 29 from 9:00–10:00 AM
(See Foster City Chamber Calendar or flyer below for link and more details)

If there’s something you’ve been wishing Foster City had, this is the time to say it. This study will help shape the next few decades of economic growth in our city.

Best,
Crystal Tilton
President & CEO
Foster City Chamber of Commerce

04/17/2026

15 days until the Foster City 5k Fun Run!

If you joined us last year, you know how fun this event is. If you didn’t, we sold out.

We’ve added more and larger shuttles this year to make things even smoother.

Run, walk, or just come enjoy the energy and stay for the finish line market.

👉 Sign up before it fills again www.fcbiz.org

04/12/2026

Visa, thank you for all you do for the community we live in ❤️
Here's a quick thanks from our Mini Market kids! They loved the comics.

04/11/2026

Attention: update

Foster City has restored access to all critical systems for its employees. Internal operations are proceeding as normal and staff members have the tools needed to serve the community effectively.

Most public services have been successfully restored. However, work is still underway to bring two remaining services back online:
• The Building Permits public website
• The Parks and Recreation class registration public website

We expect both sites to be restored soon. In the meantime, our staff are here and ready to help you. Residents can get assistance in person, by phone, or by email using the following resources:

Building Permits
• Visit City Hall (610 Foster City Blvd.) at the Community Development counter
• Call (650) 286-3227
• Email [email protected]

Parks and Recreation Reservations
• Visit the Vibe (670 Shell Blvd.)
• Call (650) 286-3380
• Email [email protected]

We appreciate the community’s cooperation and apologize for any inconvenience. Please continue to monitor the City’s official social media channels for ongoing updates.

04/03/2026

Come out and see the Easter Bunny enjoying a delicious brunch at Amara

03/30/2026

Valda, we loved having your family at last year’s 5K Fun Run—can’t wait to see you all back again this year! 🎉🏃‍♂️

⏰ Only 2 days left for Early Bird pricing!

Don’t miss out:
Early Bird (ends March 31):
$50 Adult | $20 Youth

Prices go up April 1:
$55 Adult | $25 Youth

Secure your spot now before prices increase‼️

03/27/2026

Huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making this year’s Foster City 5K Fun Run possible — we truly couldn’t do it without you! 🙌

Interested in volunteering or getting involved? We’d love to hear from you — reach out anytime!

We can’t wait to see everyone out there! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

03/26/2026

Check out this amazing group of young entrepreneurs in our Mini Market Youth Program from last week with special guests, the 5Buckets Foundation! Great class and lessons last week.

Thank you Pei-Ling for all the wonderful information.
We hope you will come shop their goods at the upcoming markets for the year!