Schedule of Certified Election Results - San Mateo County
The results of the March 5th election results from San Mateo County Elections Office have processed around 129,000 ballots, with around 44,000 more ballots left to go. The schedule of certified election results will be updated next on:
- Wednesday, March 13th
- Friday, March 15th
- Monday, March 18th
- Wednesday, March 20th
- Friday, March 22nd
The results will be certified on April 4, 2024. View semi-official election results and more San Mateo County Election information.
A Great Way to Get Involved & Serve Your Community: Apply to Serve on a City Committee or Board of Trustees
The City of Brisbane is currently recruiting community members interested in serving on the Open Space and Ecology Committee, the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accountability Committee, and the San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District. The deadline to apply is 5 PM on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, and the applications are available at brisbaneca.org/open-seats or by contacting the City Clerk at (415) 508-2113 or at cityclerk@brisbaneca.org.
Apply now for the following Committee and Trustee seats (click on the links below for more informationabout each Committee or Trustee):
- Open Space & Ecology Committee (1 seat)
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability (IDEA) Committee* (3 seats)
- San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District (1 seat)
(*Note: Brisbane residents, as well as those who work but don't live in town, are welcome to apply for the IDEA Committee)
To apply for any of these positions and to have an opportunity to make a contribution to your community, fill out the application form and return it to the City Clerk’s Office via email at cityclerk@brisbaneca.org or by mail: Attention: City Clerk, 50 Park Place, Brisbane, CA 94005
Applications must be received no later than 5 PM on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. An electronic copy of the application is acceptable to meet the deadline.
CPUC Public Participation Hearings for AT&T's Application to Withdraw its Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Designation, 3/19
AT&T currently has submitted two applications to the CPUC - one to withdraw its Eligible Telecommunications Carrier (ETC) Designation and the other to eliminate their Carrier of Last Resort (COLR) obligation.
AT&T’s role as the default landline phone service provider (also known as the Carrier of Last Resort or COLR) means that they must provide traditional landline phone service to any potential customer in their service territory. AT&T submitted this application because they do not want to be the default COLR in service territory that has other voice service alternatives. AT&T has a map on their website that shows the impacted areas -- http://pub.att.com/COLRmap.
AT&T submitted an application to relinquish its eligible telecommunications carrier designation (ETC) because it does not want to provide universal service (also known as California Lifeline Program) in the area that is served by more than one other ETC carrier.
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) holds Public Forums (also called Public Participation Hearings or PPHs) to give the public a chance to learn about and express their opinions on issues before the CPUC. Each Public Forum is about a specific issue that is pending resolution at the CPUC, such as a utility’s request to change the rates that customers pay. The public forums will begin with a brief overview of AT&T’s proposals, then parties to the proceeding may provide brief overviews, and then public comments will be heard. At least one representative from AT&T will be available to answer questions about individual customer bills or service. Attend the March 19 Virtual Public Forum at 2 and 6 PM.
If you can't make it, you can voice your concerns about the impact of AT&T’s application using the public comment links below:
- apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/A2303002 for Application of AT&T California to Withdraw its Eligible Telecommunications Carrier Designation
- apps.cpuc.ca.gov/c/A2303003 for Application of AT&T California for Relief from its Carrier of Last Resort Obligation.
At yesterday's County Board of Supervisors Meeting, the Board moved to come back on 3/26 with a resolution opposing AT&T's application. The City of Brisbane will also be sending in its own letter opposing AT&T applications.
Dark Sky Ordinance Video
On January 18, 2024, the Brisbane City Council adopted an ordinance adding Chapter 15.88 Outdoor Lighting Standards to the Brisbane Municipal Code to protect and enhance the local environment and public health by reducing light pollution at night through reasonable restrictions on outdoor lighting. Matt Bigler from KCBS interviewed Assistant to the City Manager Caroline Cheung about this new Dark Sky Ordinance. For more information, visit Brisbane's Dark Sky Ordinance webpage.
San Mateo County Sustainability Dept. Hosting Feedback Session March 21 at Brisbane Library, 5:30 PM
San Mateo County's Sustainability Dept. and BayREN (Bay Area Regional Energy Network) are coming to the Brisbane Library on Thursday, March 21 at 5:30 PM to host a discussion group interested in hearing your feedback on a local home energy efficiency program. Free dinner and a gift card for your time! If interested, contact Alero Moju.
Trash Talk: Green = Compost
California Senate Bill 1383 aims to keep organic waste out of landfills. The goal is to recycle or compost everything possible and avoid landfilling. To make organic waste bins easy to locate, the Bill requires bins to be green in color. The Bill also requires that all waste collection bins bear labels showing common items that belong inside, as well as those that are prohibited.
As you travel across our community and any other in California, green bins should be more and more common. Look for them in parks, cafeterias, airports, fast food restaurants, hotels, classrooms, special events and venues, and anywhere else you might go. If you run across organic/compostable waste bins at your school, apartment complex, or workplace that are not green or well-labeled, see what you can do to make changes. Please do not dispose of any old collection bins that are in good shape. Until January 1, 2036, it’s acceptable to use an old bin that isn’t the right color; just make sure it’s labeled correctly. If buying new collection bins, be sure to go green for organics, blue for recycling, and grey or black for garbage.
Please visit brisbaneca.org/publicworks/page/waste-and-recycling and calrecycle.ca.gov/organics for more information about SB 1383 and why it’s so important to keep organic waste out of our landfill.
Registration Now Open for Sustainable San Mateo County's 25th Annual Awards Celebration and Auction
Registration is now open for Sustainable San Mateo County's 25th Annual Awards Celebration and Auction on April 10th, which will honor five local sustainability champions and two green building projects with a hosted reception, dinner, live auction and awards program filled with inspiring stories about local sustainability heroes. It will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 PM on Wednesday, April 10, at the Embassy Suites in Burlingame. Tickets are available. For more details, visit sustainablesanmateo.org/awards2024.
Got Wheels! Registration Reopened
Keep those Brisbane registrations coming!
Registration has reopened for Got Wheels! Are you 70 years or older and looking for a regular alternative to driving? Are you looking for an affordable transportation service that is available when you need it, any day – any time?
Got Wheels! provides up to 6 one-way rides a month for $5 per one-way ride in the service area, which includes SFO and 12 cities. Members may take up to 2 companions free of charge regardless of age and town of residence (provided they get on and off the cab at the same address as the member). To register, please contact the Got Wheels! Program Manager, Cherie Querol Moreno, at (650) 403-4300, ext. 4329 or email her at cqmoreno@pfso.org.
Now Accepting Applications for the 2024-25 San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury
Apply now for a one-year term on the 2024-25 San Mateo County Civil Grand Jury. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years or old and a San Mateo County resident. The deadline to apply is March 27, 2024. More information, including the application form to apply, can be found here.
Join an Online Community Workshop for the Peninsula Resilience Planning (PREP) Project, March 13th or April 3rd
The County of San Mateo, Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, East Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, Pacifica and San Bruno are working collaboratively on the Peninsula Resilience Planning (PREP) project to study how natural hazards and climate change will harm our communities and plan for a safer and more resilient future. Learn more.
Workshop #1
- Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2024
- Time: 6 – 7:30 PM
- Register here
Workshop #2
- Date: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
- Time: 6 – 7:30 pm
- Register here
Rent Assistance Available for Brisbane Residents
At their February 15th City Council Meeting, the City Council voted unanimously to update the eligibility requirements for Brisbane's Rental Assistance Program to support additional low-income households in Brisbane who may be experiencing financial hardship. The program is being administered by Samaritan House, with Brisbane's Core Service Agency, the YMCA Community Resource Center, processing the applications. View the eligibility criteria and guidelines of the program below:
- Live in Brisbane
- Income at 80% or lower of Annual Median Income (Family of 4 = $149,100, 3 people = $134,200, 2 people = $119,300, 1 person = $104,400)
- Not related to Landlord
- Have a signed rental agreement
- Savings not available to cover past-due rent
The maximum grant amount is $4,000 per household, which will be paid to the Landlord by Samaritan House.
Contact the YMCA Community Resource Center today at (650) 276-4101 ext. 4 or email them at crc@ymcasf.org to get started. If you need assistance, the staff from the YMCA Community Resource Center are available to meet with you in person or over the phone every Monday at the Library from 1 - 4 PM. An appointment is preferred.
Silverspot Open House March 16th
NEW DATES: Artist Studio in City Hall with Beth Grossman
The Artist Studio in City Hall with Beth Grossman bi-weekly sessions have been popular, so here are two newly-added dates and times.
- Wednesday, March 20th
- Wednesday, April 3rd (last session before the show closes mid April).
Drop in between 2:30 and 4:30 PM; City Hall (50 Park Place, Brisbane)
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Spring Camp 2024 Registration Now Open!
Brisbane Parks and Recreation is looking forward to their two-week Spring Break Camp in April. It will be a "preview" of Summer Camp as campers will be going on field trips and swimming at the Community Pool!
North County Fire Authority's Latest Safety Tip
If You're 45 or Older, Make Your Voice Heard!
You likely have heard that the City of Brisbane was designated as an Age-Friendly City last June, with the next step being a community-wide AARP survey for Brisbane residents ages 45 and older. Results of this survey are being tabulated and will be further reviewed with the Center for Age-Friendly Excellence this coming spring. This is your chance to effect meaningful change in Brisbane!
Hard copies of the survey are available at City Hall, the Sunrise Room, and the Library (where completed ones can also be dropped off). For more information on how to get involved, contact Nicole Houghton at 415-508-2144 or nhoughton@brisbaneca.org.
Westmoor’s Production of Grease!
Watch Westmoor High School's production of Grease! at the WHS theater at 131 Westmoor Ave in Daly City for March 15-16, 22-24. Get your tickets at gofan.co/app/school/CA23090.
New Adult Oil Painting Session Starts Thursday, March 14
Did you know that anyone who works or lives in Brisbane gets the resident rate when they sign up for our programs and classes? Such as, Michael Rodman's Adult Oil Painting Class, taking place Thursdays at Mission Blue Center starting March 14th, from 6 - 8:30 PM. Talk about a great way to decompress.
Teen Comedy Movie Night March 15th
Parents Night Out, March 16th - FULL
Next Play Gym Offerings, March 23rd
Playgym is a great way to meet other parents of Brisbane's youngest residents. The Community Center is transformed into a safe and lively indoor gym so that the kids are well-entertained while the adults get to socialize. If you haven't checked it out yet, consider doing so when the next event is offered on Saturday, March 23rd from 9:30 AM - 11 AM at the Community Center!
Mermaid & Pirate Pool Party, March 23rd
Come to the Community Pool on Saturday, March 23rd from 1 - 3 PM to experience an unforgettable aquatic adventure including photo opportunities, crafts, snacks, and more! Please note: swim tails can be brought from home and worn for photos by the pool, on the side of the pool only. Participants are not allowed to swim with their swim tails. Thank you for understanding!
Upcoming Easter Egg Hunts End of March
The Mothers of Brisbane will be holding their Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30th at the Community Park. Stay tuned for more information; in the meantime, consider signing up for a volunteer slot here.
The Lions Annual Easter Egg Hunt is on Sunday, March 31st at 1 PM at Lipman Middle School. Children 5 years old and under will meet at the grass field by the tennis courts; 6 years old and up will meet at the Lipman playground. Visit the Brisbane Lions' website for more info.
Lifeguard Training Class, April 12 - 14th
Are you or someone you know interested in becoming a lifeguard? Now is the time to be trained by the best!
Participants must be at least 15 years of age, have the ability to swim 300 yards non-stop, tread water for 2 minutes with no hands, and be able to retrieve a 10-pound object from 8 feet deep and swim 20 yards with the object. Sign up now for the next Lifeguard Training Class, taking place Friday - Sunday, April 12-14.
Brisbane Farmers' Market: Thursdays in the Park, 2-6 PM
- Mountain Fresh
- Villanueva Fruits
- James Healey Confections (he's back)
- Mango Blossom Apiary
- California Bakeshop
- Hummus Heaven
- Medina Berry Farms
- Amelia's Mexipino Cuisine
- Pasta Rey Artisanal Foods
- Roadside Rotisserie
- The Daisy Refillery (returns March 14th)
Upcoming Public Meetings
Archived Meeting Videos
Complete Streets Safety Committee Meeting - Wednesday, March 6, 6:30 PM
City Council Meeting - Thursday, March 7, 7:30 PM
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