San Carlos City Council Meeting Summaries

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Special Meeting met on 2026-03-09. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings, but no formal motion/action block was detected in the extracted minutes text. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor Sara McDowell, Councilmember John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Staff Present: Nil Blackburn, Interim City Manager Crystal Mui, City Clerk Amy Newby, Parks and Recr - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT None. 3. CLOSED SESSION a. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Blackburn, Newby, Rubens, Savay, and Simon to Discuss Price and Terms of Payment Concerning the Real Property Located at 535 Old County Road, San Carlos, CA 94070 (APN: 046-112-530). (Government Code Section 54956.8). b. Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation (Closed Session Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9(D)(2)-( - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. March 9, 2026 2 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Key decisions - No confirmed public vote or motion outcome was detected in the extracted minutes text. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text. It is safer than an agenda preview, but it should not be read as confirming votes when the minutes do not expose a motion/result block. - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Blackburn, Newby, Rubens, Savay, and Simon to Discuss Price and Terms of Payment Concerning the Real Property Located at 535 Old County Road, San Carlos, CA 94070 (APN: 046-112-530). (Government Code Section 54956.8). b. Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation (Closed Session Pursuant t Topics covered - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Blackburn, Newby, Rubens, Savay, and Simon to Discuss Price and Terms of Payment Concerning the Real Property Located at 535 Old County Road, San Carlos, CA 94070 (APN: 046-112-530). (Government Code Section 54956.8). b. Conference with Legal Counsel Anticipated Litigation (Closed Session Pursuant t Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Special Meeting met on 2026-03-07. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings, but no formal motion/action block was detected in the extracted minutes text. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Staff Present: Rebecca Mendenhall, Administrative Services Director Angie Rodriguez, Human Resources - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT None. 3. CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. b. Closed Session Conference with Labor Negotiators Black, Mendenhall, Rodriquez, and Rubens Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957.6 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 4 - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Key decisions - No confirmed public vote or motion outcome was detected in the extracted minutes text. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text. It is safer than an agenda preview, but it should not be read as confirming votes when the minutes do not expose a motion/result block. - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. b. Closed Session Conference with Labor Negotiators Black, Mendenhall, Rodriquez, and Rubens Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957.6 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. AD Topics covered - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. b. Closed Session Conference with Labor Negotiators Black, Mendenhall, Rodriquez, and Rubens Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957.6 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. AD Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 4:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Special Meeting met on 2026-03-06. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings, but no formal motion/action block was detected in the extracted minutes text. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Staff Present: Rebecca Mendenhall, Administrative Services Director Angie Rodriguez, Human Resources - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT None. 3. CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Key decisions - No confirmed public vote or motion outcome was detected in the extracted minutes text. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text. It is safer than an agenda preview, but it should not be read as confirming votes when the minutes do not expose a motion/result block. - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Topics covered - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Regular Meeting met on 2026-02-23. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings and recorded actions, including 2 detected motion/action entries. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: City Council Absent: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Adam Rak, Vice Mayor Staff Present: Nil Blackburn, Interim City Manager Shon Buford, Deputy Fire Chi - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT Peter, a resident, spoke regarding the Crestview Drive improvement project and urged the Council to prioritize safety for all residents. Ben Mangiafico, a resident, expressed support for the Crestview Drive and Brittan Avenue projects. Mariam Cortic, a resident, expressed support for the Crestview Drive and Brittan Avenue projects. Eliana, a resident, expressed support for the Crestview Drive and Britt Key decisions - Consent calendar: motion by Dugan, seconded by Layton, Motion Passed 4-0-1; ayes: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Venkatesh; nays: None; absent: Rak; Adopt City Council Consent Calendar Items ‘a’ through ‘l’. - Recorded meeting action: motion by Dugan, seconded by Layton, Motion Passed 4-0-1; ayes: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Venkatesh; nays: None; absent: Rak; Adopt Resolution 2026-019 Authorizing the Creation of the City of San Carlos Electric Leaf Blower Pilot Rebate Program for Residents and Commercial Landscapers with an amendment to publish a list of landscapers who use the Program. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text, so the listed decisions reflect confirmed action language where the minutes expose motions, seconds, vote counts, and adopted or accepted items. Topics covered - The minutes-backed record centered on meeting proceedings and council business. Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m. Crystal Mui, City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Special Meeting met on 2026-02-21. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings, but no formal motion/action block was detected in the extracted minutes text. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Staff Present: Rebecca Mendenhall, Administrative Services Director Angie Rodriguez, Human Resources - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT None. 3. CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Key decisions - No confirmed public vote or motion outcome was detected in the extracted minutes text. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text. It is safer than an agenda preview, but it should not be read as confirming votes when the minutes do not expose a motion/result block. - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Topics covered - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Closed Session Regarding the Appointment of a Public Employee Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (b) of Government Code §54957 for City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Regular Meeting met on 2026-02-09. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings and recorded actions, including 1 detected motion/action entry. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: City Council Absent: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember John Dugan, Councilmember Staff Present: Nil Blackburn, Interim City Manager Shon Buford, Deputy Fire Chi Key decisions - Consent calendar: motion by Rak, seconded by Layton, Motion Passed 4-0-1; ayes: Layton, McDowell, Rak, Venkatesh; nays: None; absent: Dugan; Adopt City Council Consent Calendar items ‘a’ through ‘g’. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text, so the listed decisions reflect confirmed action language where the minutes expose motions, seconds, vote counts, and adopted or accepted items. Topics covered - The minutes-backed record centered on consent actions, reports, resolutions, and council/EMID business. Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m. Crystal Mui, City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Regular Meeting met on 2026-01-26. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings and recorded actions, including 3 detected motion/action entries. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Staff Present: Nil Blackburn, Interim City Manager Rendell Bustos, Attendee William Hoch, IT Manager - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT A member of the public spoke about free speech issues. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR Vice Mayor Rak stated that he would recuse himself from voting on Item 9f - Plans and Specifications for the Upgrade at Burton and Highlands Parks Project, out of an abundance of caution, as he lives close to one of the parks. MOTION: Adopt City Council Consent Calendar Items ‘a’ through ‘e’ and ‘g’ – ‘j’ and Item ‘k’ – adopt Or - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 6. PRESENTATIONS a. Present City Coins to Sean and Gino Bonetti for their Heroic Actions on November 21, 2025. January 26, 2026 2 Mayor Venkatesh presented City Coins to Sean and Gino Bonetti for their life-saving actions on November 21, 2025, at Key decisions - Consent calendar: motion by Dugan, seconded by Rak, Motion Passed 5-0; ayes: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Rak, Venkatesh; nays: None; Adopt City Council Consent Calendar Items ‘a’ through ‘e’ and ‘g’ – ‘j’ and Item ‘k’ – adopt Ordinance No. 1632 Amending San Carlos Municipal Code, Title 18 – Zoning Ordinance to Codify the Downtown Specific Plan; and Adopt Ordinance No.1633 Adopting the Downtown Specific Plan. - Recorded meeting action: motion by Dugan, seconded by Rak, Motion Passed 4-0-1; ayes: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Venkatesh; nays: None RECUSE: Rak; Adopt City Council Consent Calendar Item ‘f’. - NEW BUSINESS: motion by Dugan, seconded by Rak, Motion Passed 5-0; ayes: Rak, Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Venkatesh; nays: None; Approve Appointments to the City Council Regional Joint Powers Authorities, Boards and Committee and Ad Hoc Subcommittees for 2026 subcommittees and include a new subcommittee for the Sheriff's Office connection with the community, nominating Vice Mayor Rak and Council Member Layton. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text, so the listed decisions reflect confirmed action language where the minutes expose motions, seconds, vote counts, and adopted or accepted items. - Zoning/design standards: Zoning Ordinance to Codify the Downtown Specific Plan; and Adopt Ordinance No.1633 Adopting the Downtown Specific Plan. MOVER: Dugan SECONDER: Rak AYES: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Rak, Venkatesh NAYS: None RESULT: Motion Passed 5 – 0 a. Motion to Waive Reading of All Ordinances. b. Approve the City Council November 24, 2 - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION None. 6. PRESENTATIONS a. Present City Coins to Sean and Gino Bonetti for their Heroic Actions on November 21, 2025. January 26, 2026 2 Mayor Venkatesh presented City Coins to Sean and Gino Bonetti for their life-saving actions on November 21, 2025, at IGuey Taqueria, where they administered CPR to Ryan Connolly during a cardiac arrest. Sean B Topics covered - Zoning/design standards: Zoning Ordinance to Codify the Downtown Specific Plan; and Adopt Ordinance No.1633 Adopting the Downtown Specific Plan. MOVER: Dugan SECONDER: Rak AYES: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Rak, Venkatesh NAYS: None RESULT: Motion Passed 5 – 0 a. Motion to Waive Reading of All Ordinances. b. Approve the City Council November 24, 2 - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION None. 6. PRESENTATIONS a. Present City Coins to Sean and Gino Bonetti for their Heroic Actions on November 21, 2025. January 26, 2026 2 Mayor Venkatesh presented City Coins to Sean and Gino Bonetti for their life-saving actions on November 21, 2025, at IGuey Taqueria, where they administered CPR to Ryan Connolly during a cardiac arrest. Sean B Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT Mayor Venkatesh adjourned the meeting at 7:39 p.m. Crystal Mui, City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Special Meeting met on 2026-01-26. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings, but no formal motion/action block was detected in the extracted minutes text. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Staff Present: Rebecca Mendenhall, Administrative Services Director Crystal Mui, City Clerk Angie Ro - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT None. 3. CLOSED SESSION a. Public Employee Appointment - Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code 54957 (City Manager). b. Conference with Labor Negotiators Black, Mason, Mendenhall, Rodriquez, and Rubens - (Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6) – City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk Key decisions - No confirmed public vote or motion outcome was detected in the extracted minutes text. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text. It is safer than an agenda preview, but it should not be read as confirming votes when the minutes do not expose a motion/result block. - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Public Employee Appointment - Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code 54957 (City Manager). b. Conference with Labor Negotiators Black, Mason, Mendenhall, Rodriquez, and Rubens - (Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6) – City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p. Topics covered - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION a. Public Employee Appointment - Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code 54957 (City Manager). b. Conference with Labor Negotiators Black, Mason, Mendenhall, Rodriquez, and Rubens - (Closed Session Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6) – City Manager. 4. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. 5. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p. Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Special Meeting met on 2026-01-14. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings, but no formal motion/action block was detected in the extracted minutes text. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: City Council Absent: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Adam Rak, Vice Mayor Staff Present: Nil Blackburn, Assistant City Manager Baraka Carter, Fire Chief - Public comment: PUBLIC COMMENT Ron Collins, resident and former San Carlos Mayor, requested Council prioritize an aquatic center and noted that he would support a tax measure campaign. 3. STUDY SESSION a. Strategic Planning Retreat January 14, 2026 2 Mayor Venkatesh welcomed the group, thanked staff for their efforts, noted that significant changes are anticipated this year, and encouraged everyone to trust the process. City Manager Key decisions - No confirmed public vote or motion outcome was detected in the extracted minutes text. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text. It is safer than an agenda preview, but it should not be read as confirming votes when the minutes do not expose a motion/result block. Topics covered - The minutes-backed record centered on meeting proceedings and council business. Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 2:45 p.m. Crystal Mui City Clerk

What happened - San Carlos City Council - Regular Meeting met on 2026-01-12. The minutes confirm meeting proceedings and recorded actions, including 4 detected motion/action entries. - Roll call/proceedings: ROLL CALL City Council Present: Pranita Venkatesh, Mayor Adam Rak, Vice Mayor John Dugan, Councilmember Neil Layton, Councilmember Sara McDowell, Councilmember Staff Present: Nil Blackburn, Assistant City Manager Baraka Carter, Fire Chief Lisa Costa Sanders, P - Public comment: Public Comment - David Burruto from Assemblymember Diane Papan’s Office and Senator Josh Becker’s Office thanked Mr. Maltbie for his service to the City of San Carlos and San Mateo County. - Jennifer Frentres, San Carlos School District Superintendent, congratulated Mr. Maltbie on his retirement. - Mark Olbert and Ron Collins, former San Carlos Mayors, presented personal gifts to Mr. Maltbie and shared testimonials. - Closed-session report: REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION None. January 12, 2026 2 6. PRESENTATIONS a. Recognize City Manager Jeff Maltbie Upon His Retirement From the City of San Carlos. Nicholas Lochrie, representing Congressman Kevin Mullin, and Supervisor Ray Mueller presented Resolutions to City Manager J Key decisions - Consent calendar: motion by Dugan, seconded by McDowell, Motion Passed 5-0; ayes: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Rak, Venkatesh; nays: None; Adopt City Council Consent Calendar items ‘a’ through ‘k’ and ‘m’. - Consent calendar: motion by Dugan, seconded by McDowell, Motion Passed 5-0; ayes: McDowell, Rak, Dugan, Layton, Venkatesh; nays: None; Adopt Resolution 2026-005 Approving the Specifications for the Library Makerspace Project. - NEW BUSINESS: motion by McDowell, seconded by Layton, Motion Passed 3-1-1; ayes: Layton, McDowell, Dugan; nays: Rak; recused: Venkatesh; Adopt Resolution 2026-006 Awarding the Recipients of the 2025 Childcare Grant Program and Authorizing the Execution of Agreements for Receipt of Grant Funds with Shu Academy Preschool ($35,654), TBD/Curious Beans by Shu Academy ($100,000), and Bright Horizons ($100,000), with an amendment that the $100,000 grant awarded to Curious Beans shall not be issued until its building construction has commenced. - Recorded meeting action: motion by Dugan, seconded by Rak, Motion Passed 4-0-1; ayes: Dugan, Layton, McDowell, Rak; nays: None; recused: Venkatesh; Adopt Resolution 2026-007 Approving the Interim City Manager Agreement, Including a 5% Base Pay Increase. What matters to the public - This summary is based on minutes text, so the listed decisions reflect confirmed action language where the minutes expose motions, seconds, vote counts, and adopted or accepted items. - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION None. January 12, 2026 2 6. PRESENTATIONS a. Recognize City Manager Jeff Maltbie Upon His Retirement From the City of San Carlos. Nicholas Lochrie, representing Congressman Kevin Mullin, and Supervisor Ray Mueller presented Resolutions to City Manager Jeff Maltbie and spoke about his service and the transformation of the City of San Carlos und Topics covered - Closed session: CLOSED SESSION None. January 12, 2026 2 6. PRESENTATIONS a. Recognize City Manager Jeff Maltbie Upon His Retirement From the City of San Carlos. Nicholas Lochrie, representing Congressman Kevin Mullin, and Supervisor Ray Mueller presented Resolutions to City Manager Jeff Maltbie and spoke about his service and the transformation of the City of San Carlos und Notable people / organizations - The minutes identify councilmembers/EMID directors, city staff, public commenters, and presenters where relevant in the official meeting record. Next steps - ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Crystal Mui, City Clerk