NEWS

San Mateo Historic Resources Program Thank you to the many D1 residents who have shared their support of or opposition to the Historic Resources Program that was before City Council on January 21.  Council reached a compromise that I hope you’ll support. We agreed to move forward with the two major elements of the Program with important caveats: a) Develop A Historic Context Statement. This is a high-level informational statement that will be created with research and communi

City Council Study Sessions typically begin on Mondays at 5:30pm. Regular Meetings begin at 7pm.  All meetings are held at City Hall, 330 W. 20th Avenue, and via zoom. The public is encouraged to attend and make public comment or ask questions about any agenda item or any issue not on the agenda. Check here for the latest information on Council meeting agendas, zoom links and background materials. Recordings are available on the City’s YouTube channel. February 3, Regular Me

January 25th Lunar New Year Celebration Following up on last year’s successful event, there will be Lion Dancers performing and posing for photos with the community on B Street (@ 1st Ave) between noon-1pm.  Then the dancers will walk around Downtown and visit 10 businesses from 1-2pm. There will also be community booths on B Street with family-friendly activities, red envelopes, and giveaways for kids from noon to 2pm. More Details> Join in the fun and celebrate Lunar New Ye

Draeger’s Update As many of you know, Draeger’s has decided to close its San Mateo branch by the end of February. This is a great disappointment to City Council, City staff and our entire community.  There were approved plans to redevelop the building that would call for Draeger’s to vacate in 1+ years and return when the construction of a new building was complete. The Draeger’s Board, however, judged the economics of the business such that they should shut down and not come

As usual, I will be at 3 Bees Coffee, 224 3rd Avenue, on Sunday, January 26, 2025, 11am-12:30pm, to share coffee, treats and ideas with anyone who wants to stop by.  Or reach out to come walking with me!