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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Mateo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City Authority Over Public Property
A companion resolution spells out that the city controls its own buildings, parks and lots, and unauthorized use must stop on notice. It functions as a housekeeping measure tied to the immigration debate.
Technology disruption procedures under SB 707
New state rules mean city meetings now need tech-failure procedures, Spanish agenda translations, and outreach to underrepresented communities starting July 1 — plus hybrid Zoom participation for the Senior Advisory Commission.
Performance evaluations of City Manager and City Attorney
Council approved raises for both top appointed officials after positive evaluations: 3 percent for the City Attorney and 6 percent for the City Manager to fix salary compaction.