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Topics getting the most attention in San Mateo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
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Emergency Rental Assistance Program
The city's Emergency Rental Assistance Program helps residents at risk of losing housing. The commission is getting an overview so it can understand — and potentially advocate for — how the program serves older adults.
2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 9, 2026
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Single-family permit streamlining
The council backed ideas to make home permits faster: instant online permits for simple jobs, fewer notification requirements, and setback flexibility on small lots. Changes will be folded into the zoning code update due in 2027.
5 mentions (4 this month)Last discussed Oct 19, 2026