Wow! Saturday's turnout of 95 volunteers for Coastal Cleanup was the largest yet! A total of 460 pounds of garbage was picked up - 131 pounds of recyclables - for a grand total 591 total pounds! Brisbane truly does punch above the belt when it comes to volunteerism. Thank you to Jeff Franco from Parks and Rec, Dolores De La Cruz from Sustainability, and Michele Salmon from OSEC for organizing and helping the volunteers do their thing!
- Council Meeting Highlights from 9/18 & 9/22
- Maziar "Maz" Bozorginia Appointed Public Works Director
- Volunteer Cleanup Underway on Quarry Rd. Trail
- Now Taking Sign-Ups for Volunteer Pathways 101, Oct. 18
- Derby Practice Day, Sept. 27 & Adult Big Wheel Race Signup
- The Flows to Bay 2025 Rain Barrel Bulk Sale is Here!
- Stand Down Offers One-Stop Services for San Mateo County Veterans
- County Emergency Management Seeks Input on Community Needs
- Track Your Heart Health: Blood Pressure Monitor Kits Available at San Mateo County Libraries
Council Meeting Highlights from 9/18 & 9/22
At their September 18, 2025 meeting, the City Council:
- Discussed the potential installation of a camera at the Community Park as requested by Councilmember Kern. Staff provided information on the use cases from local municipalities, costs of various camera systems, and best practices. Council directed staff to provide additional information with feedback from the Police Department and to publicize the item prior to placing it on a future Council agenda.
- Received a request from Councilmember Davis to agendize the review of the Sign Ordinance as it relates to Real Estate Open House signage and a request from Mayor Lentz to agendize the process of Agenda Setting at a future City Council meeting.
During a Special City Council meeting on September 22, 2025, the Council directed staff to develop a "Best Practices/Code of Conduct" document. This discussion was based on a document provided by Councilmember O’Connell at the City Council meeting on May 15, 2025, which addressed Best Practices. The City Council articulated its objectives, emphasizing the creation of a document that serves the best interests of the City. Staff will return to Council with a draft incorporating these goals.
Maziar "Maz" Bozorginia Appointed Public Works Director
The City of Brisbane has announced the appointment of Maziar "Maz" Bozorginia as its new Public Works Director, effective October 20, 2025. Bozorginia will succeed Randy Breault, who has served in the role for the past 24 years.
Bozorginia brings nearly 20 years of municipal engineering and public works leadership experience to Brisbane. He currently serves as Public Works Director/City Engineer for the City of Half Moon Bay, where he is responsible for the divisions of Engineering, Maintenance, Sustainability, and the Wastewater Collection System. His accomplishments there include securing significant grant funding, advancing sustainability initiatives, overseeing major capital improvement projects, and restructuring departmental operations to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
In accepting the position, Bozorginia stated, “It’s a privilege to step into this role with Brisbane. I’m eager to help address important infrastructure and environmental challenges while supporting the City’s long-term resilience. I look forward to collaborating with the dedicated team across the City and with a community that clearly takes pride in its future.”
The City extends its appreciation to Randy for his more than two decades of dedicated service, and welcomes Maz as he assumes this key leadership position.
Volunteer Cleanup Underway on Quarry Rd. Trail
In late August, a Trails Development Subcommittee Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission took place, where Commissioner Renee Commerford stated that the entryway to Quarry Rd. Trail could use some attention. At their September Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, Chair Trudi Davis brought up her colleague's comment and offered her help. When Parks and Recreation Director Noreen Leek confirmed that this area of Quarry Rd. was located in the City's right-of-way, it wasn't long before Renee and Trudi got to work. The following sets of Before & After photos show what they were able to accomplish over a period of a few hours on a Saturday afternoon:
They're not done yet, but one can already start to see what a difference their work has already made at the foot of this oft-visited trail in town!
Thank you, Renee and Trudi - we are inspired by your initiative and know others reading this are too, as they consider ways they can pitch in to offer help, for the betterment of their community!
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Now Taking Sign-Ups for Volunteer Pathways 101, Oct. 18
Looking to give back to your community but not sure where to start? Join us for an informative session on different volunteer opportunities available here in Brisbane. Discover various paths you can take to make a difference, whether you're interested in environmental causes, social justice, or parks and trails. This in-person event will provide you with a roadmap to kickstart your volunteering journey. Come to City Hall on Oct. 18th from 10 AM - noon and we'll explore the various options together!
Light refreshments will be provided. Please reserve your spot so we can appropriately plan.
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Derby Practice Day, Sept. 27 & Adult Big Wheel Race Signup
Derby Practice Day is coming right up, this Saturday, Sept. 27th, from 10 AM - noon; join us on the Derby track, aka San Francisco Ave.
And if you're a big kid, we have a great option - the Adult Big Wheel Race will be held once again...who will win this year? We'll find out together on Oct. 4th immediately following the Derby!
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The 2025 Flows to Bay Rain Barrel Bulk Sale is Here!
By popular demand, the Rain Barrel Bulk Program is back for the fifth consecutive year!
The Flows to Bay 2025 Rain Barrel program offers you the opportunity to purchase up to two high-quality 50-gallon rain barrels for just $85 each. This is a significant discount from the barrel's $160 retail value. The sale is now open and available to all San Mateo County residents and businesses until October 26—while supplies last.
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Stand Down Offers One-Stop Services for San Mateo County Veterans
In the military, a “Stand Down” means a pause to rest and re-equip. San Mateo County is using the term for a one-day event that offers veterans a similar break - this time by bringing VA, legal, health, and social support services together in one place.
The event takes place Thursday, Sept. 25, from 10 AM - 3 PM in the courtyard at 500 County Center, Redwood City. No appointments are necessary; walk-ins are welcome.
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County Emergency Management Seeks Input on Community Needs
San Mateo County Emergency Management is conducting a critical community assessment to better understand residents' emergency preparedness needs, barriers they face, and how we can enhance support before, during, and after disasters.
The data collected will directly inform resource allocation, policy updates, and emergency planning decisions. Take the survey (available in English, Spanish, and Chinese).
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Track Your Heart Health: Blood Pressure Monitor Kits Available at San Mateo County Libraries
San Mateo County Libraries now offers blood pressure monitor kits through the Library of Things, a curated collection of interactive items beyond books that community members can borrow for free.
The blood pressure monitor kits are available for checkout at all 13 San Mateo County Libraries. Each kit includes a battery-operated blood pressure monitor, a personal log for tracking readings and multilingual educational materials in English, Spanish, Chinese, Russian and Tagalog. These tools help users understand their blood pressure readings and take proactive steps toward better heart health.
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