Whether a child is a few months old or on the way to the fifth grade, a new online tool can help families build a foundation for literacy. That tool is Let’s Read San Mateo County, a website designed to support young readers and their families.
The fund allows the County to disperse 50% matching funding for projects that provide maximum public benefit through the protection, conservation and preservation of fish and wildlife in the County. Applications are to be submitted by August 22, 2024.
Redwood City — The community is invited to celebrate the county’s disabled community this week during the 5th Annual Inclusion Festival, a free day of food, fun and music aimed at connecting attendees with vital resources and vendors and
Redwood City – Residents eager to find a career that not only fulfills their job aspirations but also lets them give back are invited to explore available opportunities on Friday, August 2 at the 2024 Summer Public Service Career Fair hosted by the County of San Mateo.
July 19, 2024 Re: Pacifica Police Department Officer Involved Shooting Of Michelle Arrais On March 27, 2024 The District Attorney’s Office has completed its investigation into the fatal shooting of Michelle Arrais on March 27, 2024 by Pacifica Police Corporal Hayden Fry and Officer Kevin Contreras during a confrontation at 2562 Francisco Boulevard in Pacifica. After a thorough investigation by Inspector Jamie Draper and other inspectors with the San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office, District Attorney Stephen M. Wagstaffe has concluded that there is no legal basis for filing criminal charges against either of the two Pacifica Police Officers involved in the death of Ms. Arrais. District Attorney Wagstaffe has concluded that the use of lethal force by Corporal Hayden Fry and Officer Kevin Contreras was legally justifiable self-defense and defense of others pursuant to California Penal Code section 835a and section 196. Therefore, this case is now deemed closed by this office.
Contractors have excavated concrete and grass areas, tennis courts and picnic sites in preparation for construction of new sports facilities and picnic areas. Work is planned for Saturdays in late July/early August.
On Thursday, July 11, about 250 people gathered in Memorial Park to celebrate the park’s 100th anniversary. Read about the ceremony and learn more about Memorial Park's history.
View the report on drinking water at Memorial Park during 2022.
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Barbara Hammerman Award, an annual recognition sponsored by the San Mateo County Domestic Violence Council. In 2005, the Domestic Violence Council established the Hammerman Award, ratified by the Board of Supervisors of San Mateo County, for the purpose of recognizing outstanding law enforcement officers for their contribution and service to survivors of domestic violence and their children. In 2009 the award was expanded to include professionals who provide services to victims of domestic violence.
After a months-long study of a coastside former greenhouse site once eyed for affordable housing and other amenities, the County of San Mateo today publicly announced that it will not move forward with acquisition of the property.