Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Mateo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues with low priority
Central Park improvements: scoreboard and ice rink
IBEW Local 617 is donating a new ~$30,000 scoreboard for Fitzgerald Field, and the On Ice ice rink license got a one-year extension — keeping Central Park's family amenities going.
Self-Guided Art Walks
The commission is considering creating one or more self-guided art walks — possibly three mini-walks given how spread out the city's art is — and even a scavenger-hunt style format to draw families and visitors downtown. Staff hope it will support downtown businesses and tie into Chamber of Commerce and downtown events.
Downtown B Street Mural Maintenance
The beloved downtown pedestrian mural cost $200,000–$300,000, is the city's most popular public art piece, and was just resealed in July by the original artist. The city missed its original two-year resealing window and now has an ongoing maintenance plan including power washing.
Fourth of July Fireworks Enforcement Success
Reports of illegal fireworks dropped 77% this July 4th thanks to police planning, drones, and outreach — a big quality-of-life win after two miserable prior years.
Authority administrative structure and officers
A proposed resolution would set who leads the Authority, how meetings are scheduled, and how much contracting authority staff have — up to $25,000 without board approval. It also names Urban Futures Incorporated as the Authority's municipal advisor.