Mandy Brown

The meeting convened after a closed session where three items were considered, including discussions on existing litigation regarding water service charges and potential new litigation, with no reportable action taken. The regular session featured a presentation on the 2026 HIP Housing Calendar, acknowledging the student contest winner, Meline Woo. Updates were provided on ADU match collaboration activities, showing progress toward the goal of 50 units per year, and outreach efforts in Hillsboro and surrounding communities. City staff provided updates on the ADU initiative, noting the goal of 50 units per year was met for 2025. Other announcements included a Senior Scam Stopper seminar, tree pickup schedule, and an update on the Tartan Trail emergency road repair, for which a contract was awarded prioritizing public safety. Attendees were informed about upcoming events, including the C Basic class and the H&N first-quarter information session featuring a speaker on lessons learned from the Palisades fire. Discussions also touched upon the El Camino Real renewal project and the importance of using various notification systems like SMC alert and the city mobile app.

The meeting included a Study Session focusing on preliminary cost-of-service study analyses for both Water Rates and Sewer Rates, with no action required, only feedback sought for subsequent final reviews and rate adoption processes. The Closed Session addressed existing and potential litigation concerning the water service charges resolution, consideration of an appeal, evaluation of the City Manager's performance, and anticipated litigation. The Regular City Council Meeting included proclamations for Black History Month (February 2026) and National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month (January 2026). The Consent Calendar involved routine approvals, including monthly claims and resolutions regarding compensation adjustments for unrepresented employees, the 2026 Salary Schedule, and the 2026 Legislative Platform. Public Hearings were scheduled to address accepting a public utility easement and contingently vacating an existing one at 1200 Jackling Drive. Discussions covered an informational update on E-bikes and Old Business included direction on the scope of projects related to telecommunications, focusing on fiber connectivity, cellular service deficiencies, power backup solutions, and the balance between town aesthetics and wireless facility installation.

The special city council meeting commenced with roll call, followed by inquiries regarding potential conflicts of interest for closed session items. The council then adjourned to a closed session to discuss public employee performance evaluation concerning the city manager, and anticipated litigation. Upon reconvening in open session, the Vice Mayor reported that the council met on two closed session items, but there was no reportable action under the Brown Act.

This Countywide Transportation Plan Update for San Mateo County establishes a vision for the future of transportation, outlines priorities, and guides decision-making for C/CAG and SMCTA. The plan focuses on key outcomes including providing a practical planning tool, anticipating and adapting to evolving policies and technologies, advancing equity in funding decisions, strategically leveraging local, regional, state, and federal funding, and transparently measuring transportation system progress. The plan's long-term outlook extends to 2050.

This Urban Water Management Plan for the Town of Hillsborough outlines the organization's long-term strategy for water management. The plan provides an understanding of past, current, and future water conditions, detailing the town's 100% reliance on the San Francisco Regional Water System. Key focus areas include managing demand through water conservation measures, addressing projected water use, ensuring supply reliability under various hydrological conditions, and outlining responses to potential water shortages via a Water Shortage Contingency Plan. The plan projects an increase in water demand until 2030, followed by a slight decrease by 2045, and confirms compliance with the 2020 water reduction targets.