Boards & Commissions

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Boards and Commissions are appointed by the Council to seek and hear input from San Mateo's residents and businesses. Members make recommendations to the Council based upon public input. 

All meeting dates are subject to change or cancellation. Meeting agendas are posted at least 72 hours in advance so please check the Public Meeting Portal to confirm if a meeting is being held at the regularly scheduled time. 

Board or Commission Name
Meeting Time
Meeting Location
Community Relations Commission Monthly on each 3rd Wed. at 7:00pm @ City Hall - Room C
Library Board Monthly on each 4th Mon. at 5:30pm @ Main Library - Cedar Room
Park & Recreation Commission Monthly on each 1st Wed. at 7:00pm @ City Hall - Room C
Personnel Board Monthly on each 3rd Tues. at 7:00pm @ City Hall - Room C
Planning Commission Monthly on each 2nd & 4th Tues. at 7:00pm @ City Hall - Council Chambers
Senior Advisory Commission Every other Month on each 2nd Mon. at 4:00pm @ San Mateo Senior Center
(2645 Alameda de las Pulgas)
Sustainability and Infrastructure Commission Monthly on each 2nd Wed. at 7:00pm @ City Hall - Council Chambers
Civic Arts Commission Every other Month on each 2nd Mon. at 4:00pm @City Hall - Room C

Interested in Serving on a Commission?

Commissioners are appointed by the City Council and serve, without pay, for a four-year term. Learn more.

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