County of San Mateo - Government

06/15/2026

The Unincorporated San Mateo County Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) is meeting Thursday, June 18, at a new earlier start time. Members of the public can join in-person or by video conference via Zoom with the link in the agenda.

When: Thursday, June 18 at 6:00 p.m. (previously 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Manzanita Hall, 500 County Center, 1st Floor, Redwood City

BPAC reviews policies, projects, and funding to improve pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure in unincorporated areas and makes recommendations to the County Board of Supervisors. Meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of even-numbered months at County Center in Redwood City at 6:00 p.m. For more information, including the Agenda, please visit https://www.smcgov.org/publicworks/unincorporated-san-mateo-county-bicycle-and-pedestrian-advisory-committee

06/13/2026

Better protection is on the way for the South Coast. The County of San Mateo is breaking ground on a new fire station designed to strengthen emergency response for the community.

Key details:
• Replaces the current Pescadero Creek Road station, built in 1957 and prone to repeated flooding
• New location: 340 Butano Cutoff, next to Pescadero Middle/High School
• Designed for: wildfires, winter storms, medical emergencies, and coastal incidents along Highway 1
• Resilience features: solar-powered microgrid and backup power system for extended outages
• Funding: approximately $34 million through Measure K
• Construction begins Monday, June 15, with substantial completion expected by late summer 2027

Residents may notice increased construction activity near the project site starting June 15. Read more in the County's Newsroom: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/construction-begins-new-pescadero-fire-station

06/12/2026

Check out the events happening this month across San Mateo County!

This month features the San Mateo County Fair, a Community Health Worker Convening, a Zine-Making workshop, the East Palo Alto Juneteenth Celebration, and the San Mateo County Pride Celebration. See flyers for more event information.

06/11/2026

What's the biggest hazard risk where you live?

San Mateo County's draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is open for public comment.

The LHMP identifies our risks from wildfires, flooding, earthquakes, severe weather, other natural hazards, and outlines actions to reduce damage before disasters happen. It also keeps San Mateo County’s 20 cities, unincorporated communities, and special districts eligible for federal hazard mitigation funding.

We want input from residents, businesses, and community organizations. Tell us where the plan is strong, what it misses, and what you would add.

📅 May 15 to June 15
📝 Draft and comment form: https://tinyurl.com/SMCLHMP
📚 Print copies at Participating Libraries

06/10/2026

Today the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors honored Albert J. Horn on his 100th birthday. A lifelong attorney, philanthropist, and community servant, Albert has dedicated decades to the people of San Mateo County, supporting organizations including Legal Aid of San Mateo County and the Peninsula Community Foundation. The County of San Mateo is proud to honor his legacy and continued spirit of service.

Happy 100th, Albert!

06/01/2026

The County of San Mateo’s 2026 One Day Homeless Count identified 2,240 people experiencing homelessness in the early morning hours of January 29, 2026.

Of those counted:

1,095 people were staying in shelter, up from the prior Count

1,145 people were unsheltered, essentially unchanged

This federally required Count provides an important snapshot, but it does not capture everyone’s path into or out of homelessness.

Since the last Count, the County’s network of services has helped 1,772 unhoused people move into permanent housing. The County continues to invest in:

Shelter and supportive services

Outreach to people experiencing unsheltered homelessness

Encampment response services

Financial help to prevent homelessness

Affordable permanent housing

Since 2013, the County has committed approximately $365 million in Measure K and other County dollars to create more than 5,100 affordable permanent homes.

An executive summary of preliminary findings will be available soon, and the full report is expected this fall.

Read more: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/2026-homelessness-totals

If you didn’t see the wrap up video from our One Day Count, check it out: https://youtu.be/9LmdJVKkcjw?si=NvcXwzknZf6ggckW

05/31/2026

Consumer Alert: The invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter has been detected on grapevine plants sold at Bay Area Costco stores on or after April 21.

If you purchased one of these plants, do not return, move, or dispose of it. Here is what to do:

• Place two garbage bags over the plant and secure them tightly
• Call your local County Agricultural Commissioner’s office:https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/exec/county/documents/countycommissionersealercontactinfo.pdf .For San Mateo County residents, call 650-363-4700 to schedule an inspection
• Do not place the plant in trash, compost, or transport it anywhere

The pest spreads Pierce’s disease, a bacterial infection fatal to grapevines that can also harm almond, citrus, and ornamental plants. Early action is critical. Read more in the County’s Newsroom: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/consumer-alert-invasive-glassy-winged-sharpshooter-detected-grapevines-sold-bay-area

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

“Housing is not just shelter. It is dignity. It is belonging. It is the difference between surviving and being able to dream.” In recognition of Affordable Housing Month, the County of San Mateo is celebrating a major milestone: nearly 180 affordable apartments are now welcoming residents at Middlefield Junction in North Fair Oaks, part of a broader wave of 529 affordable homes coming online.

Since 2013, the County of San Mateo has invested $364 million through its Affordable Housing Fund to create more than 5,100 affordable homes. This is what that investment looks like. Read more in the County’s Newsroom: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/unprecedented-affordable-housing-investments-open-doors-peninsula