Joanne F. del Rosario

The regular meeting commenced following the Pledge of Allegiance and agenda adoption. Presentations included a recognition of the Colma Historical Association President's 80th Birthday and an announcement of the Holiday House Decorating Contest winners. A presentation was also given by the San Mateo County Transportation Authority regarding the countywide transportation plan. The Consent Calendar included motions to adopt a resolution regarding flying commemorative flags, approve bid documents for the Sterling Park Residential Streetlight Replacement Project, and approve the Annual Development Impact Fee Report. The Public Hearing involved the adoption of an ordinance amending the Town of Colma Municipal Code to adopt the 2025 Edition of the California Building Standards Code, along with other related codes. Another item involved introducing an ordinance to amend regulations concerning Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to align with recent California Government Code amendments. During the Study Session, Council provided input on LED Reader Board Signs and directed staff to return the item for future consideration. Council Reports noted holiday cheer spreading efforts at the Veterans Village, and City Manager Reports covered ongoing solar installation projects, review of the Home Depot parking structure permit submittal, and scheduling of upcoming community events.

The agenda includes public comments, a consent calendar covering items such as approval of minutes, acceptance of the Lawndale Blvd RRFB Mid-Block Crosswalk and Bike Lane Improvement Project, approval of bid documents for the 2025-26 Street Pavement Maintenance Project, and introduction of an ordinance amending Subchapter 5.04 of the Town of Colma Municipal Code. New business involves confirming the designation of the Mayor as the voting member for the Council of Cities and approving City Council committee assignments for 2026. Old business includes the formation and appointment of two council members to a City Council Culture and Arts Standing Subcommittee. The meeting also features reports from the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager.

The agenda included a closed session for a conference with legal counsel regarding the initiation of litigation, followed by presentations such as a proclamation in recognition of Arboretum Day, Veterans Day, the Halloween House Decorating Contest Award Recipients, and an annual employee appreciation presentation. The council also discussed the creation of a Culture and Arts Commission, considering options for either a City Council standing subcommittee or a larger committee comprised of community residents.

The agenda includes the introduction of Associate Planner II Savannah Dukes and a proclamation recognizing Native American Heritage Month. The council will discuss approving minutes from previous meetings, a report of checks paid, adjusting salaries for part-time staff to meet minimum wage requirements, and a funding agreement for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Planning and Demonstration Grant. Additionally, they will consider an amendment to the agreement with Design Services for the Colma Creek Trash Capture Project and hold a study session on LED reader board signs.

The meeting included a presentation recognizing November as Native American Heritage Month. The council discussed and approved items on the consent calendar, including adjusting salaries for part-time staff to meet the minimum wage requirement, executing a funding agreement for the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Planning and Demonstration Grant, and executing an amendment to the agreement with Black and Veatch Corporation for the Colma Creek Trash Capture Project. A study session was held regarding LED reader board signs, and staff was directed to provide renderings of proposed signs for the Colma Community Center and the Police Department. Upcoming community events were announced, including Trunk or Treat, a Family Pumpkin Party, and a Halloween Movie Night.