A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us on Monday for Brisbane’s Annual Veterans Day Flag-Raising Ceremony with former Mayor W. Clarke Conway. We honored Staff Sergeant Yuen Hop, whose relative, Brisbane resident Janice Au-Young was present to share how moved she was by the actions the Defense MOW/PIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) took in locating her uncle, whose remains were found in a cemetery in Germany, 80 years after he went missing during WWII. Thank you to Nancy Lacasmana for sharing Janice’s story with us so that we could pay tribute to Ssgt. Yuen Hop. Kathy Wall then led us in a beautiful rendition of our National Anthem. Missed the event? You can watch the livestream back on the City's YouTube channel.
- November 6th City Council Meeting Highlights
- Artful Bench Program Request for Proposals being accepted through January 9, 2026
- Quarry Project Update
- Upcoming Medi-Cal Changes; Secure your Medical Coverage by January 1, 2026
- How to Build an ADU Webinar with the ADU Center, Nov. 12
- Office Hour Meeting with Mayor Lentz, Nov. 13
- Loneliness to Light Series: The Pet Connection, Nov. 13
- Fall Plant Sale @ Mission Blue Nursery, Nov. 15
- Farmers' Market Shifting to Wednesday on Thanksgiving Week & Extended Old Red Curb on Old County
- Prepare for Gusty Conditions, Rain; More Pre-Filled Sandbags Available at City Hall
November 6th City Council Meeting Highlights
At their November 6, 2025 City Council meeting, the City Council:
- Proclaimed the month of November as Native American Heritage Month. Amanda Parker-Govea, a descendent of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy was joined by Philip Govea, a member of the Lakota Sioux tribe and a staff member of the Native American Health Center. Philip performed a song of forgiveness ahead of them accepting the Proclamation.
- Recognized Hermann Reiss for his volunteer service to the City of Brisbane, naming him the 2025 Volunteer of the Year. Hermann continuously contributes to the City through his work with the Age-Friendly Excellence Task Force, his active membership in the California Highway Patrol, and his role as a chaplain ministering to the incarcerated.
- Recognized Sebastian Bousquet for his outstanding volunteer service to the City of Brisbane as the 2025 Youth Volunteer of the Year. Sebastian has significantly contributed to the community through his dedicated efforts, including his role as President of the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC), organizing initiatives to support local schools, and consistently volunteering with community service organizations addressing food insecurity.
- Adopted a resolution amending the Master Pay Schedule to meet the new minimum wage requirement.
- Approved the introduction of an ordinance adopting the most recent version of the California Building Standards Codes with local amendments, finding this ordinance categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15308.
- Authorized the publication of the Artful Bench Program Request for Proposals to prospective artists, as advised by the Public Art Advisory Committee.
- Received an update on the loss of ratings to some of the municipal bonds in the City’s portfolio. Staff shared their plans to restore ratings to the affected bonds and provide an update on the completion of the FY 23 and 24 audits (anticipated for this calendar year).
- Authorized the submittal of the Quarry Road Recreational Trail Project for a Priority Conservation Area (PCA) grant, as advised by the Open Space and Ecology Committee (OSEC).
- Received an update on the Commissions and Committee applications received from the public. Staff was directed to send a letter to residents who own plots at the Community Gardens inviting them to apply to serve as a Community Garden Steward.
- Council appointed Councilmember Kern to temporarily serve as a member of the Housing Subcommittee for the review of the Visitacion Gardens Management Request for Proposals.
In addition to the staff reports that accompany agenda items, an overview of the Council's Subcommittees are provided as part of the agenda packet.
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Artful Bench Program Request for Proposals being accepted through January 9, 2026
The Public Art Advisory Committee, in collaboration with the Brisbane City Council, seeks to establish an artfully designed bench program that combines public seating with site-specific artwork, enhancing both the functional and aesthetic value of public spaces throughout the community. Such a program would provide opportunities for local, regional, and national artists, increase civic engagement, complement the City’s age-friendly goals, and contribute to a more vibrant and welcoming streetscape.
The City of Brisbane is seeking qualified artists, individuals, or teams with demonstrated experience in developing public art for functional spaces. Artists are invited to submit their proposal outlining their experience in performing work directly related to the services required. Artist selection will be made based on a combination of experience, qualifications, availability, and capacity to perform the scope of services.
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Quarry Project Update
The developers of the Quarry, Orchard Partners, have submitted an updated Project Description and Design Permit Application for the Quarry Innovation Center, formerly known as the Guadalupe Quarry Redevelopment Project, transforming the project into solely advanced manufacturing.
The updated project has been reduced in size by 33% from the original proposal to a single 892,000 sq. ft., two-level building for advanced manufacturing on approximately 61 acres of the quarry site. The remaining 82 acres (about 57%) of the 145-acre quarry site will be permanently set aside for habitat conservation and open space. You can read more about the new project plan from their website, brisbanequarry.com.
A reminder that the project team has been holding Virtual Office Hours on Zoom to hear from members of the community, with their next one being Wednesday, November 12th, from 4-5 PM. They're keeping track of any questions received during this time via a live Frequently Asked Questions document.
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Upcoming Medi-Cal Changes; Secure your Medical Coverage by January 1, 2026
Brisbane Parks and Recreation Commissioner Julie Sims chairs the Advisory Board of the Daly City Youth Health Center and shared with us the following Medi-Cal information, of special importance to undocumented young adults ages 19 or older.
Upcoming changes include:
- New enrollments for full-scope Medi-Cal will no longer be available for undocumented adults ages 19 and older. Those enrolled by December 31, 2025, can keep their coverage as long as they complete their annual renewal paperwork.
- Young adults ages 19 or older who are enrolled under their caregivers may be insured as individuals. This is recommended if it serves to increase the likelihood of maintaining current documents.
- Children under the age of 19 will continue to be eligible for Medi-Cal coverage regardless of immigration status.
- If you are seeking primary care or mental health services and need assistance establishing Medi-Cal insurance coverage, please reach out to DCYHC at 650-877-5700.
How to stay covered:
- Keep your contact information updated in benefitscal.com so you don’t miss important notices.
- Watch your mail and respond to renewal packets or letters from your health plan or local county office.
- Know your renewal date so you can go online or work with your local county Medi-Cal office to renew your Medi-Cal if you do not receive notifications.
- Keep going to the doctor and other medical appointments.
- Visit dhcs.ca.gov for updates
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How to Build an ADU Webinar with the ADU Center, Nov. 12
While California laws have made it easier than ever to build an ADU, it can still be a complicated process with lots of variables. Homeowners become developers for the first and often only time and it’s common to run into obstacles along the way.
If you’re thinking about building an ADU, beginning the process, or feeling a bit stuck, please join The ADU Center for a free webinar on Wednesday, November 12, 6-7 PM. You'll learn about the six main steps of any ADU project, what current laws allow, potential resources, and how to set your project up for success. You’ll also hear from homeowners who recently completed an ADU.
Have a question now that you want to make sure is discussed? Submit it here under Contact Us.
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Office Hour Meeting with Mayor Lentz, Nov. 13
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Loneliness to Light Series: The Pet Connection, Nov. 13
Supervisor Canepa's office is pleased to welcome Dr. Gretchen Reevy as a guest speaker at their upcoming Pet Adoption Event. Dr. Reevy is a dedicated researcher and Lecturer of Psychology at California State University, East Bay, whose work explores the powerful bond between humans and companion animals, including how pets can ease loneliness. Discover your new best friend and learn how pets can help combat loneliness.
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Fall Plant Sale @ Mission Blue Nursery, Nov. 15
San Bruno Mountain Watch is excited to welcome you to Mission Blue Nursery this Saturday, November 15th, for their Fall Plant Sale. They'll be open from 10 AM - 3 PM; bring home beautiful mountain natives!
They will also host "Mission Blue Makerspace" activities from 10 AM - 3 PM! Tables will be set up around the nursery grounds with various self-guided environmental art activities - botanical watercoloring, origami butterflies, clay caterpillars, painting of terracotta pots (then take it home with you!), mountain masks, and more. Fun for families, friends, kids, and adults - all are welcome and these materials and activities are free to do!
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Farmers' Market Shifting to Wednesday on Thanksgiving Week & Extended Old Red Curb on Old County
The Market Manager at the Farmers' Market let us know that similar to year's past, they will be shifting the day of the market to Wednesday on Thanksgiving week. So the Farmers' Market will be Wednesday, Nov. 26th for that week, from 2-6 PM!
Note: with recent striping on Old County, the contractor was also asked to bring the red curb down Old County to the crosswalk at Park Lane. The farmers’ market manager has been informed of this so he can ensure vendors’ trucks aren’t parked on Old County after unloading. Thank you to the Complete Streets Safety Committee for working on making our streets safer for all!
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Prepare for Gusty Conditions, Rain; More Pre-Filled Sandbags Available at City Hall
The National Weather Service is forecasting gusty winds as well as rain after 4 PM Wednesday afternoon, with showers lingering into Friday before tapering off. The temperature will also dip, and it won't feel like a summer's day anymore come Thursday! Stay tuned for the latest forecast updates at weather.gov/bayarea.
Our Public Works Department recently went by the County's corporation yard to pick up additional pre-filled sandbags, provided to agencies by the Department of Emergency Management. You'll find them in the parking lot at City Hall. Remember it's a 10-bag limit, Residents only. Thank you and stay safe!
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