City of Foster City, CA

Tonight's Planning Commission Regular Meeting has been cancelled. View the notice: https://rb.gy/relnlf

#FosterCity residents, we want to address all your Levee related questions! Starting this Thursday, 2/25 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. we will be hosting ""Levee Live"" Sessions. You can sign up for a 15 minute Zoom time-slot and speak with a levee project representative to have your questions answered! For more information and to sign up for a Zoom appointment, visit: www.fostercity.org/LeveeLive

Curious about how the City's budget is put together? The City Council will hold a series of public meetings to discuss various aspects of the budget and welcomes input from community members. Join the first meeting scheduled for 2/22 at 6:30p! Learn more: http://ow.ly/fTHu50Dz38b

We want to hear from you! Join us for the 1/19 City Council Meeting to provide your public comment on important items. The City Council will be considering a preliminary review of site and conceptual plans for proposed projects in regards to the vacant El Torito Restaurant (388 Vintage Park Drive) and existing Century Plaza Site (1065 E. Hillsdale Blvd). View the agenda to learn more about these two items: http://ow.ly/bibs50D80GG.

Check out this video explaining the Levee Improvements Project! Thank you for your continued cooperation and patience during this important project #FosterCity! Want more information on the project? We have several resources for you to check out: Levee Improvement Project website: https://fostercitylevee.org/... Informational videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiaKXtb_YNZq2NgYoJ-0-hQ Sign up for the Levee Improvements Project weekly email update: https://fostercitylevee.org/subscribe/ See more

Reminder: As part of the #LeveeProject, the planned closure of the Levee Trail from Shorebird Park to the San Mateo Bridge (Phase 2) is expected to take place on or around 1/19. This closure is in addition to the existing closure of the Levee Trail from Port Royal Ave to Shorebird Park (Phase 1). Thanks for your patience, #FosterCity! The improved levee will protect our homes, schools, businesses, and essential City services and infrastructure during storms and high tides, a...nd from future sea level rise. View the detour map: http://ow.ly/4MAU50D6Vwd Learn more about the project: http://ow.ly/j5gT50D6Vwe

Did you watch #FosterCity’s Holiday Wishes video yet? Watch it now for a recap of the virtual Tree Lighting Ceremony and a special holiday message to our community http://ow.ly/YHcM50CSGty

#SanMateoCounty is offering a drive-through first-dose vaccination opportunity for eligible members of our community who are San Mateo County residents aged 65 and older at the SFO Airport! The vaccine is free and available to any San Mateo County resident aged 65 or older, regardless of health care provider or insurance coverage. Residents must register in advance and bring a photo ID showing date of birth. No walk-up or on-site registration is available, and persons not meeting the eligibility criteria will have their appointments canceled and be turned away. Details below and here: https://bit.ly/2ZoMivU

#FosterCity City Manager Peter Pirnejad announced restructuring changes to the City’s Executive Leadership Team as the City continues to face pressure by the pandemic, the uncertain financial future, and the continuation of the #LeveeProject, the single largest CIP project in the history of Foster City. Read more here: http://ow.ly/mZdc50D6EXn

Tonight's City Council Meeting begins at 6:30p via Zoom! OBSERVE THE MEETING: Online: https://fostercity-org.zoom.us/j/81512635518 Phone: 1-669-900-6833 OR 1-408-638-0968... (Webinar ID: 815 1263 5518) FCTV on Comcast Ch.27 or AT&T Ch.99 View the agenda and instructions on how to participate: www.fostercity.org/agendasandminutes.

It’s up to all of us to continue to fight the spread of COVID-19! We are in the middle of a third wave and must stay vigilant to protect our loved ones. Stay home. Wear a mask. Stop the surge. Please celebrate safely this holiday season More information and resources at: www.smcgov.org. #MaskUpSMC

FYI, #FosterCity: Starting 1/19, PG&E will be upgrading approximately 2,780 feet of 2-inch gas main and services to homes on Hatteras Court, Crystal Court, Cumberland Court, and Laguna Circle off Port Royal Ave. Work and activities will be limited to the hours between 8a-5p, M-F (non-holidays). Please note that PG&E will contact homeowners prior to the start of work. Details here: http://ow.ly/3t7t50D5GyL

Please note that City Hall will be closed this Thursday, 12/24 - Friday, 12/25 in observance of the Christmas holiday. City Hall services will resume on Monday, 12/28. As a reminder, there is NO collection service by Recology on Friday, 12/25 & New Year’s Day, 1/1/21. If you are a Friday customer and your service falls on these two holidays, your collection will be moved to the next day (Saturday, 12/26 and 1/2/21).

Tonight's City Council Meeting, originally scheduled for 6:30p, has been cancelled. View the notice: http://ow.ly/yPeu50COESN

Join RethinkWaste VIRTUALLY on 12/11 at 5p for a fun and festive hour of kid-friendly holiday cheer! This Holiday Special will include an eco-friendly guide to gift-giving and wrapping, a new twist on classic holiday carols, and a chance to test your waste knowledge in a special trivia challenge! All ages welcome and registration is required: https://bit.ly/rethinkgifting

Today and everyday, we are grateful for the dedication and service of Foster City Police Department #NationalLawEnforcementAppreciationDay

#SanMateoCounty Health Officer Dr. Scott Morrow released a new statement to the community today. Read it here: http://ow.ly/OQjP50CFdfU Thanks for continuing to do your part to stop the spread of COVID-19!

Although the holidays may not be the same this year, that doesn’t mean it should stop you from starting some new traditions!

Reminder: If you haven't taken down your holiday tree yet, you have until 1/31 to leave it on the curb or in your cart for Recology to collect on your regular trash pick-up day! After 1/31, you'll have to break the tree down to fit in your composting bin. Learn more: http://ow.ly/DW8X50D3sFJ

Ensure you and your family are better prepared in the event of a disaster, be it an earthquake, wildfire, or evacuation! SMCFD is offering a FREE 2-hour basic preparedness class called Get Ready! Class will be held 12/9 at 6:30p via Zoom. Register now: smcfire.eventbrite.com

Skip the lines on Election Day and visit a Vote Center early, starting TODAY! Additional Vote Centers are now open to #SanMateoCounty voters and you can cast your vote at any Vote Center in the County! Stop by now through Election Day. #FosterCity has TWO Vote Centers open from TODAY, 10/31-Election Day, 11/3: Recreation Center: 650 Shell Blvd Community Center: 1000 E. Hillsdale Blvd... Hours are 9a-5p from 10/3111/2 and 7a-8p on 11/3. Remember, you can also return your completed ballot to a secure Ballot Dropbox Location that gets picked up directly by San Mateo County staff. A drive-up Dropbox is located OUTSIDE of City Hall (610 Foster City Blvd). Learn more: smcvote.org

We look forward to 'seeing' you TONIGHT at #FosterCity's virtual City Council Reorganization Ceremony, where we'll thank Mayor Mahanpour for her service to our community and welcome our new councilmembers. A new Mayor and Vice Mayor will also be selected. We hope you'll join us tonight at 6:30p via Zoom for our special event: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81292469720

Halloween is almost here and we want to remind everyone to have a fun and safe celebration! Check out these safer Halloween and Día de los Muertos celebration guidelines: http://ow.ly/hGfV50C1nnk. However you decide to celebrate, remember to wear face coverings, maintain physical distance, and only congregate with people in your households.

Illuminate #FosterCity this holiday season with lights galore! If you plan on decorating your front yard, sign up to be placed on Foster City's Holiday Lights Map or enter the Home Decorating Contest. For more info and to register your home, visit: www.fostercity.org/holidaylights

The City Council discussed the Levee Improvements Project/Levee Trail Closures at a Special Meeting on Thursday, December 17, 2020, which was attended by over 80 community members. The Council gave City staff direction on proceeding with the project, noting the upcoming additional closure of the Levee Trail from Shorebird Park to the San Mateo Bridge, which is anticipated to begin on or around January 7, 2021. There was also clarification of the expected length of the closu...res of Levee Trail sections, and that the period during which the entire trail will be closed will be an estimated 19 months. Read the full update here: http://ow.ly/i3tP50CPP7W Subscribe for construction updates: http://ow.ly/PAhC50CPP7X Visit Project website: http://ow.ly/JmnW50CPP7V Email: [email protected]

12/18 PG&E Outage in #FosterCity - Please note there is currently a power outage in the South East portion of Foster City, which is affecting approximately 4,000 customers. PG&E crews are investigating the outage and are estimating full restoration by approximately 12:45p today. Please DO NOT call FCPD dispatch for outage info PG&E Power Outage Line: 800-743-5002 Thank you for your patience!

Heads, up, #FosterCity! Beginning 11/3, the City will be removing 33 trees from the median area of Edgewater Blvd, between Antares and Ram Lanes, which may cause traffic delays while construction is in progress. The trees are being removed and replaced as part of the City’s continued efforts to keep our roadways safe and pristine. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to complete this project in a timely manner. ... Learn more at: http://ow.ly/rBu450C1myC

On behalf of the #FosterCity City Council and staff, we want to wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday celebration. Though we could not gather in person for the annual holiday Tree Lighting event, we hope you take some enjoyment in watching the virtual ceremony from home. We miss you, Foster City, and we’re still here for you http://ow.ly/xXnU50CPv66

It’s Thursday, which means a new issue of the #FosterCity Weekly Update is out now! Read it for the latest City news and updates: http://ow.ly/IS7450C6Je7 This week’s issue includes important info on: How to vote in the 11/3 Election New State of the City video and Community Annual Report ... Levee Project update How to submit contactless building or planning permits Reminder on recreation rules and restrictions Age Friendly Cities Webinar 11/12 Recent San Mateo County updates and more Subscribe to receive all City Updates here: http://ow.ly/oCzD50C6Je8

Did you read the #FosterCity Weekly Update yet? Read it now for the latest City news and information: http://ow.ly/82Lp50COtpj This week’s issue includes important info on: City Council Special Meeting on the Levee Project - today, 12/17 at 2p San Mateo County under Regional Stay at Home Order ... COVID-19 vaccination update Holiday celebration safety reminders Free Sandbag Station at City Hall And more Subscribe to receive all City Updates here: http://ow.ly/MXt750COt6q

We want to hear from you! Please join us for today’s public discussion regarding the Levee Improvements Project. The City Council Special Meeting starts at 2p today, 12/17. Participation instructions below.

Have you entered our Lagoon Safety Boater Drawing?! Tomorrow, 10/30 is the last day to enter. It takes just 5 minutes, and you could win prizes valued at $75! Drawing open to #FosterCity residents. Enter today: http://ow.ly/Rzfy50C6tA8

Today's Traffic Review Committee Meeting, originally scheduled for 1p, has been cancelled. View the notice here: http://ow.ly/UjdR50C1mwm

Vice Mayor Richa Awasthi has released a letter to the community addressing the incident she and her family experienced on 12/15. Her statement can be read in full here: http://ow.ly/kP7o50CNGW4.

Though the past year has been unprecedented, the #FosterCity City Council and City staff are proud to present a high-level summary of our key accomplishments for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. Thanks to collaboration, flexibility, innovation, and resiliency, we were able to ensure the continuity of essential services, while continuing to improve our quality of life in Foster City. To learn more about this past fiscal year’s accomplishments: Watch the State of the City: http://ow.ly/MFPK50C5s2d Read the Community Annual Report: http://ow.ly/zlL650C5rZm

Did you know? #FosterCity offers residents & businesses FREE sandbags during the rainy season! Come to the City Hall parking lot (610 Foster City Blvd) and fill up to 10 sand bags per household or business now through the end of winter. Shovels, sand, and bags available on site.... More info at: https://www.fostercity.org/publicworks/page/sandbags

NEWS: #SanMateoCounty is now under the mandatory regional stay at home order as virus cases, hospitalizations rise. The new order will go into effect Thursday, 12/17, at 11:59p for at least 3 weeks. Please continue to practice COVID-19 safety precautions to slow the spread. It’s up to all of us More here: http://ow.ly/9UJX50CNzHr

Vote early! Mail in your Vote-by-Mail ballot OR visit a secure Dropbox Location, including one OUTSIDE of City Hall! Don't forget, you can also track your ballot here: http://ow.ly/7t4b50C1joC Learn about your voting options: http://ow.ly/sbB150C1joz.

Heads-up, #FosterCity! Construction work along the Levee Trail from approximately Port Royal Ave. to Shorebird Park/Halibut St. is expected to start tomorrow, 10/28. The 2.5 miles of the trail in this area will be closed to public use. Trail users are encouraged to use the detour routing in place. See the full map here: http://ow.ly/d33P50C4scN. Thank you for your patience and understanding as this work gets underway! Visit Project website: http://ow.ly/X5Jl50C4scM... Subscribe for construction updates: http://ow.ly/vemY50C4scL See more

The City Council will hold a Special Meeting on 12/17 at 2p! Join us for a public discussion regarding the Levee Improvements Project. TO OBSERVE THE MEETING: To access the meeting by computer / smartphone, go to: http://ow.ly/YHPk50CMyRC To dial-in via phone: 1-669-900-6833 OR 1-408-638-0968... And enter Webinar ID: 871 8315 4376 Or stream the meeting on FCTV on Comcast Channel 27 and AT&T Channel 99 or online at: http://ow.ly/juBW50CMyRB. TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING BY PROVIDING PUBLIC COMMENT: During the Meeting: Live verbal public comments may be made by members of the public joining the meeting via Zoom. Zoom access information is provided above. Use the raise hand feature (for those joining by phone, press *9 to raise hand) during the public comment period for the agenda item you wish to address. The Zoom Host will call on people to speak by name provided or last 4 digits of phone number for dial-in attendees. Please clearly state your full name for the record at the start of your public comment. Before the Meeting: Written public comments for the record may still be submitted in advance by 12p on the meeting date by email to: [email protected] and will be made part of the written record and provided to the City Council but will NOT be read verbally at the meeting. When sending the email, please include name, agenda item, and public comment. Written public comments will be posted to the City’s website for review prior to the meeting (emails received during the meeting will be added after the meeting).

Great news! The state of CA announced today that, effective immediately, #SanMateoCounty can move on to Stage 3 (Orange) of the state's 4-level colored reopening system. Thank you, #FosterCity, for doing your part to help make this happen! It’s up to all of us to continue to practice safety precautions to protect ourselves and others Learn more about the newly eased restrictions: http://ow.ly/gGPN50C4ltE

The #SanMateoCounty Strong Fund has a new grant program for small-scale residential rental property owners who've lost income due to COVID-19. The Small Property Owner Assistance Program is accepting applications from 10/15-10/28. Learn more about eligibility and the application process: http://ow.ly/Sria50C1iCX

Join a workshop on 10/30 on home health and energy efficiency, hosted by the Bay Area Regional Energy Network! Local experts will share information and resources to help improve indoor air quality, energy use, and the comfort of your home. Register now: http://ow.ly/N7Hi50C1i32

Playgrounds in #FosterCity are open! We're asking everyone to review and follow the new visitor guidelines. Thank you for recreating responsibly! Learn more: http://ow.ly/ioP850BY5Qs.

Eat delicious food, get rewarded! When you order food through #FosterCity's Stamp Me app, you're choosing to support local businesses that feed our community. Better yet, you'll earn rewards toward more food every time you use the app! Get started today with a FREE $10 voucher toward food from one of our participating restaurants!... More info at: local.fostercity.org