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Local holiday shopping online. Made on the Coast Virtual Art Fair runs from today through December 31st. Local coastal artists from Montara to Pescadero are showcasing their locally made work. […]
Midcoast Community Council Meeting 2020-12-16: DPW publishes Notice of Availability and Notice of Intent to Adopt an Initial Study / Mitigated Negative Declaration (project CEQA review). 5 alternatives. Public Comment period is 12/16/20 - 1/15/21 Alex Zhang azhang@smcgov.org 650-363-4100 Wency Ng wng@smcgov.org 650-363-4100 San Mateo County Public Works, Jim Porter, Presents to MCC Dec. 9th, 2020 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YmtoV82bPI?start=2482] […]
City of Half Moon Bay Commissions and Committees Interested in serving on a City commission or committee? Terms vary, and there are not always seats available for appointment, but you may fill out a Willing to Serve Form at any time and submit it to the City Clerk’s office. Please apply here by January 8, 2020 to serve […]
Join the Planning Commission at its first meeting of 2021 on Tuesday, January 12 at 7:00 p.m. via zoom for an update on the status of the City’s first Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP). The CAAP will outline the City’s climate-related concerns and priorities for reducing pollution sources contributing to climate change to move […]
Live Fire Training & Helicopter Film Crew at Half Moon Bay Airport. It's that time of year again. The County Airports staff and SFO Fire Department will again be conducting live-fire training at Half Moon Bay Airport (HAF) on January 18-20, 2021. The north transient ramp at HAF will be closed January 15-21, 2021. Fire […]
Watch remotely. Comments and questions by email. Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) consists of 10 appointed members who advise the City Council, Planning Commission, and Parks and Recreation Commission regarding development, maintenance, and implementation of the City’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan and Bicycle and Pedestrian Design Guidelines. As part of implementation of […]
Thanks to the Coastside Mountain Bikers for stayed tuned to the Quarry Park Conversation with San Mateo County Parks and Recs Director, Nicholas Calderon Thursday, 1/21/2021 at 7:30pm. Join the 1/21/2021 Granada Community Services District (GCSD) at 7:30pm Join Zoom Meeting Phone one-tap: US: +16699006833,,98306671779# or +19292056099,,98306671779# Meeting URL: https://dudek.zoom.us/j/98306671779 Zoom Link to 1/21/2021 […]
The Midcoast Community Council (MCC) Retreat will take place January 23, 2021 from 9am until 12:30pm. The Agenda is available here. The meeting will be conducted remotely as a telephone and video conference via Zoom (link). There will be no public meeting room for the meeting. Instructions for accessing the meeting and for making comments are […]
FREE. The endangered Monarch Butterfly is the Zoom Webinar offered this month on Jan 23 at 10:00AM by Coastside Land Trust. The webinar explores their perilous overland migration journey. Register […]
San Mateo County Harbor District will host a Public Workshop on Tuesday, January 26th, 2021 starting at 5:30 pm via Zoom meeting, to get input from the public on the Pillar Point Harbor Retail Center ADA Restroom Project. Access instructions and meeting link available at: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86501847082?pwd=NDB4aisvUXJCT3JtZ0NWQVl0STdaQT09 Meeting ID: 865 0184 7082 […]
Thursday 28 January 2021 at 10am – 11:30am PT REGISTER Please join the Clean Coalition for this free 90-minute webinar. Former California Public Utilities Commission President Loretta Lynch and a panel of experts will present. The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) called rolling blackouts throughout California on 14 and 15 August and threatened blackouts over Labor Day […]
Destruction of Abandoned Sinking 60’ Commercial Fishing Vessel (Moren). Emergency Expenditure for the Disposal of an Abandoned Sinking Vessel Located at Pillar Point Harbor Recommendation: Approve the General Manager’s decision to authorize an emergency expenditure to enter into an agreement with San Diego Boat Movers for an amount not to exceed $49,800, with a 10% […]
Featuring Yoga Streetwear, Boho Style Hat Collection, Vintage Kantha Quilts, Upcycled Totes and more.... Sunari Lifestyle is Popping Up Outdoor Market Style! Come shop the line of Sunari Yoga Streetwear, […]
Presentation by Kathleen Pender, the Net Worth Columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle. Zoom Link Children Inheriting Parents’ Property Will Be Impacted Financially ~ Thanks […]
Please join us for a discussion on February 3, 2021 at 11:00 with Kellyx Nelson and Jim Robins about the Cutting Green Tape initiative and why it is needed to protect our natural resources. Ms. Nelson and Mr. Robins are two of the lead authors of the Cutting Green Tape: Regulatory Efficiencies for a Resilient Environment report […]
Regional Water Quality Control Board San Francisco Bay Region February 10, 2021 **VIDEO/TELECONFERENCE** 9:00 a.m. LINK to Virtual Meeting and Agenda Proposed Amendment to the Water Quality Control Plan (Basin Plan) to Establish a Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) and Implementation Plan for Bacteria at the Beaches in Pillar Point Harbor and […]
Join Krystlyn Giedt, the Chamber CEO and representatives from the San Mateo County Harbor District Midcoast Community Council City of Half Moon Bay Pescadero Municipal Advisory Council State of the […]
Join Us for the Launch of the Coastside Recovery Initiative. The City of Half Moon Bay, County of San Mateo, and the HMB Coastside Chamber are hosting a virtual open house event on Thursday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. We invite you to come and learn about the Coastside Recovery Initiative (CRI), and to contribute […]
Two Strategic Discussions on: 1. Sewer: Treatment & Environmental Protection. Wednesday, February 17th, 2021 at 6:30pm to 7:30pm 2. Water Supply & Watershed Protection. Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 6:30pm to 7:30pm Strategic Discussions: How we shape the future of our critical water and sewer systems in step with our community. What does […]
February 23, 2021 Short Term Rental Study Session Planning Commission Meeting RECOMMENDATION In study session continued from the February 9, 2021, receive a presentation featuring a preliminary draft short-term vacation rental ordinance (Attachment 1), an update to the home occupation ordinance (Attachment 2), and related code sections (Attachment 3); provide for public comment; and hold […]
Plus Mid-year Budget Adjustments of Fiscal Year 2020-2021. Public Forum provides an opportunity for members of the public to speak on any item within the jurisdiction of the Committee that is not on the agenda. In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order No-29-20, this will be a teleconference meeting without a physical location to help […]
Dear Community, Please join us as we present the 8th COVID-19 Virtual Community Town Hall on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm PST to address the impact of […]
Big Creek Lumber would like to help today’s youth gain valuable skills that will help them be self-sufficient and provide the opportunity to build sustainable, enjoyable careers. We are […]
Each year as part of its budgeting process, the City Council hosts listening sessions to hear directly from the people who live and work in Half Moon Bay and gain a broad range of community input on what people feel are the critical priorities the City should be focusing on. We will be hosting this year's […]
Two Strategic Discussions on: 1. Sewer: Treatment & Environmental Protection. Wednesday, February 17th, 2021 at 6:30pm to 7:30pm 2. Water Supply & Watershed Protection. <<<<<< Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 6:30pm to 7:30pm Strategic Discussions: How we shape the future of our critical water and sewer systems in step with our community. What […]
The Committee includes: Elizabeth Brown Michelle Dragony Paulette Eisen Adrienne Etherton (Vice Chair) Carlene Foldenauer (Cabrillo Unified School District Representative) Paul Gater David Gorn (Planning Commission) Anna McMillan (Youth Representative) […]
Building on the momentum of the climate change programming that was completed in 2020 through partnerships with the Office of Sustainability of San Mateo County and the City of Half […]
Buy Tickets Featuring a special clip of this year's monstrous rides from Powerlines Production by Eric W. Nelson and Curt Meyers, big wave documentarian and videographers who co-produce all […]
The second Sunday in March is when Daylight Saving Time begins in most areas of the U.S., so in 2021 we’ll “spring forward” one hour and on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at 2 […]
Press release from CalTrans March 23rd, 2021. Please submit your comments by April 20, 2021 April 8, 2021 Public Meeting Presentation Slides History Caltrans has decided to recirculate a Draft Initial Study with Proposed Negative Declaration in response to comments and consultation with location communities. We consider public participation, review, and coordination crucial, and we […]
Please click here for the agenda and zoom link for the March 24, 2021 Special City Council Priority Setting Workshop. In accordance with Governor Newsom's Executive Order No-29-20, this will be a teleconference meeting without a physical location to help stop the spread of COVID-19. This meeting will be conducted entirely by remote participation, in […]
From 4/07/2021 through Wednesday, 04/14/2021, not including the weekend. Wed. April 7th from 8:00 to 5:00pm Thur. April 8th from 8:00 to 5:00pm Fri. April 9th from 8:00 to 5:00pm\Wed. April 7th from 8:00 to 5:00pm Sat. April 10th OPEN Sun. April 11th OPEN Mon. April 12th from 8:00 to 5:00pm Tues. April 13th from […]
Description Wednesday, April 7th from 12:00 - 1:30 PM Pacific/3:00 - 4:30 PM Eastern REGISTER The concept of herd immunity has been applied for decades in epidemiology and public health, yet the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted new debate about the role of herd immunity in the pandemic response and confusion about what herd immunity entails. […]
Thursday April 8th, 2021, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. The Public Virtual Open House Information link: https://deavpm.wixsite.com/sr-1tos Zoom meeting information including the link, password, and dial in number will be provided shortly before the meeting. Please check back here for this information. Caltrans has decided to recirculate a Draft Initial Study with Proposed […]
SAVE THE DATE! The Story of Plastics in San Mateo County; From Human Health to Ocean Protection Across San Mateo County From Human Health to Ocean Protection Across San Mateo […]
Coastside CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is an emergency preparedness volunteer organization focused on creating a ready and resilient community along the San Francisco Bay Area coast from the southern […]
San Mateo County Planning Meeting 9:00am April 14th, 2021 by Zoom. Owners: Terwey, Brady, Jordan, Oliphant, and Lockwood Register for meeting San Mateo County Planning Agendas The April 14, 2021 Planning Commission meeting may be accessed through Zoom online at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/98716492374 . The meeting ID is: 987 1649 2374. The April 14, 2021 Planning Commission […]
Once in a decade chance to shape the future of housing in our communities. Join the Zoom discussion on Wednesday, April 14th, 2021, 6:00-7:00pm. This year, all the jurisdictions in San Mateo County – cities, towns, and the county – are updating their Housing Elements, or housing plans. This update is part of our General […]
Wildfire Preparedness Questions for Governance Agencies April 14, 2021 WILDFIRE ON MIDCOAST Wed April 14 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm (agenda item at 7:30pm) Wildfire Preparedness on the Midcoast – A forum discussion with: - San Mateo County Supervisor Don Horsley - Kellyx Nelson (Resource Conservation District) - Nicholas Calderon (SMC Parks) - Chief […]
Saturday, April 17th 2021 starting at Long Branch Saloon & Farms, 321 Verde Road, South of Half Moon Bay Sign up ~ $40.00 ~ Dinner Included! Upon completing all five […]
WILDFIRE AWARENESS WEBINAR: Defensible Space & Home Hardening. Sign-up now for Part II in our series, featuring presentations on "Defensible Space" & "Home Hardening!" There will be time for Q & A. Please click the link to register. Please join us for Part II in our series of III, Wildfire Awareness Webinars via Zoom. We […]
Earth Day Community Recycling Day Saturday, April 24, 2021 from 9AM to 12PM Smith Field Parking Lot (end of Wavecrest Road) In honor of Earth Day, Republic Services is teaming up with the City of Half Moon Bay to hold a Community Recycling Event for Half Moon Bay residents. Visit us on April 24 at Smith Field for free […]
Installation Thurs. April 29th, 2021 Opening Reception Sat. May 1st Noon to 4 pm April 29 to May 23, 2021 Open daily except Tuesday and Wednesday. Artist and inventor Dick […]
What Goes Where? A Waste-Sorting Workshop April 29, 6pm via Zoom Come with questions, leave with answers! Join the City of Half Moon Bay and Republic Services to learn about your curbside collection service and get all your questions answered by industry experts. Stay until the end for your chance to win one of four […]
Date/Time Wednesday, May 5th, 2021 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Focus on Service on the Coastside (Pacifica, Montara, Moss Beach, Half Moon Bay, Pescadero) Meeting Link: http://bit.ly/reimaginecoast Call in Option: […]
The SamTrans Planning department is working on a comprehensive operational analysis of the SamTrans bus routes called Reimagine SamTrans. The goal is to develop a transportation system that best meets […]
Join us tomorrow 10-4, at the Harvard Market, 117 Harvard Ave, Half Moon Bay – just around the corner from the Big Wave Farm! Pick up your last-minute Mother's Day […]
Midpen’s newly developed Wildland Fire Resiliency program will proactively expand our environmentally sensitive vegetation management to: Promote healthy, resilient, fire-adapted ecosystems Reduce wildland fire risk Facilitate the response of fire […]
MWSD and CalFire staff will be testing fire hydrants in our community between May 5th and 13th. Testing will occur between 9AM-3PM daily for a period of 3-6 days. These […]
Attend by Zoom, Friday, May 14th, 2021 at 9:00am the California Coastal Commission meeting. Email Staff. It matters. CCC responds to public input. NorthCentralCoast@coastal.ca.gov "Staff believes that the project, as […]
Last year, in 2020, the community chipping program was yet another tremendous success due to the support of the community, San Mateo County Fire Safe Council, The Resource Conservation District […]
We have the Stan Erhart Trio from 5:00-7:00pm this Friday, May 28th, 2021! If you’re a blues lover like us, you’ll want to check this show out. Stan and his […]
CoastPride is proud to announce the CoastPride LGBTQ Pride Center will officially open on Tuesday, June 1 st, 2021. The ceremony will begin at 12 noon with a ribbon cutting […]
HMB high school seniors are invited to this year’s Grad Night: An Evening Under the Stars. Watch a great movie at an outdoor venue, hang out with your friends, eat […]
When: Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. Where: Virtual Meeting – Please find a direct link on the agenda posted on the District’s website. The meeting ID and passcode […]
The San Mateo County Harbor District is preparing a Master Plan to provide a comprehensive guide that will focus District activities in a relevant, responsive, and realistic manner for decades […]
Within lower Pescadero Creek and its floodplain are homes, businesses, roads, agriculture, and threatened and endangered species that are impacted by flooding, bank erosion and degraded habitat. In response to […]
Beach Break Entertainment Brings you a major Emotion Picture: Inside Out Purchase Tickets Here We're changing it up! Come Out and join us On June 18th This month we're celebrating LGBTQ Pride Month with […]
Dear Friends: Here in the Bay Area, there are countless efforts underway to develop technology driven solutions to better respond to and reduce the risk of devastating wildfires. Representing […]
Planning Commission and Architectural Advisory Committee 7:00 PM via Zoom Virtual meeting information will be posted on the Planning Commission Agenda Page at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Community […]
NEWS RELEASE Media Contact: Tim Beeman 415-999-2428 Coastside Rising "So Happy Together” An Expanded Scope and Theme Featuring a Music-Driven Festival Held As Part of Ol’ Fashioned 4th Of July […]
Climb from the Bike Hut to Skyline while supporting Abundant Grace Coastside Worker in addressing the homeless crisis! This gorgeous and challenging ride begins by rolling through a couple miles of […]
Beach Cleanup and Sea Hugger Support. June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, 1:00pm. Help clean our local park and support Sea Hugger’s mission to protect our seas […]
Join the 1st Pillar Point Harbor Public Workshop over Zoom. These workshops provide a forum for constructive exchange of ideas and information to align with the goals, objectives, and targets […]
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA. Public workshop #1 by Zoom. Discuss and gain public input on the development of the San Mateo County Harbor District Master Plan. ONLINE VIEWING AND PARTICIPATION: […]
MISSION STATEMENT Provide the Community with a more effective means to express its views to the County of San Mateo and other governmental agencies on matters of concern to the […]
Zoom July 14th, 2021. Meeting starts at 9:00am. This item is number two on the agenda. You can listen and comment by phone. Click to Zoom Owner: San Mateo […]
Special City Council Meeting July 14, 2021 – Policing and Hybrid Policing Models. The City Council will hold a special meeting next Wednesday, July 14 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss […]
From the Agenda for Special Meeting for Granada Community Services District (GCSD) to be held on Thursday, July 22nd, 2021 at 6:00pm by Zoom. "Consideration of Resolution Authorizing the General […]
The shortage of homes impacts all of us. That’s why now is the time to participate in conversations and plan together for current and future housing needs for all in […]
Register today. Learn how MWSD is funded and how to run for the MWSD Board of Directors. Register today/Regístrese hoy: Session #1 – July 28, 2021 @ 6:30pm by Zoom […]
Join the City on Saturday, July 31 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. for a Listening Session on Community Public Safety. This is an opportunity to have an open discussion […]
City of HMB Jump Starts National Night Out Parties with $100 Gift Card for Food, etc. JULY 9, 2021 BY MICHELLE LEAVE A COMMENT (EDIT) PRESS RELEASE. National Night out is the annual nationwide […]
Granada Community Service District (GCSD) calls a special meeting for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 3rd, 2021 at 6:30pm by Zoom regarding the Process Upsets and B.O.D. (Biologic Oxygen Demand) at the […]
You're invited to join the Coastside Recovery Initiative's Recovery Task Force for a special in-person meeting: TONIGHT Thursday, August 5 4:00 - 5:30 pm Half Moon Bay Library 620 Correas Street […]
Coastside Hope will be hosting next Friday, August 6, 2021, from 1 pm to 6 pm. With the new surge of the virus variants, the best protection we have at […]
Join the 2nd Pillar Point Harbor Public Workshop over Zoom. Register for Tues. Aug.10th, 2021 @ 6:00pm meeting Please join us in developing the San Mateo County Harbor District Master […]
You’re invited to join City staff along with The Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce and Peninsula Clean Energy on August 12 at 2 p.m. to learn more about Half […]
Press Release Aug. 5, 2021. Public Asked to Comment on Draft Multijurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan County of San Mateo progressing on update of plan to prepare for natural hazards […]
Many of you were interested and involved in creating the original boundaries for the City Council's districts in 2018. Now, the once-a-decade redrawing of those boundaries, using information from the […]
Join us to learn about the past, present and future of Tunitas Creek Beach, soon to be the newest publicly accessible beach on the San Mateo Coast! Register Between Half […]
The Half Moon Bay City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, August 17, at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom for a first reading of the Short-Term Rental (STR) Ordinance. […]
Tsunami Presentation for 8/18/2021 Full Harbor District Agenda for 8/18/2021 San Mateo County Harbor District Board Meetings ~ 3rd Wednesday @ 1:00pm Watch remotely. Comments and questions by email. Please […]
The Architectural Advisory Committee (AAC) is a three-member committee. The AAC was formed to assist the City Council, Planning Commission, and City staff with design review of public projects and […]
PRESS RELEASE from City of Half Moon Bay. Curious how to get involved in this year’s Redistricting process? Have thoughts on the City’s mayoral process? Join us this Thursday evening […]
The reception for the 2021 South Coast Artists' Alliance Art show is now SOLD OUT, but you can visit the exhibit over the weekend, August 21 and 22, 2021 from […]
Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 831 3537 6484 Passcode: 631849 Zoom Link: 9/9/2021 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Agenda for 9/9/2021 Infrastructure Workshop Public Workshop Powerpoint Pillar […]
Each year PCT celebrates the accomplishments of our esteemed honorees in service to our community. As the nation's longest-running Community TV station we are deeply gratified to provide this community […]
Coastal Cleanup Day 2021 Is Happening this Weekend! Join us and the volunteers for the 37th Annual Coastal Cleanup Day set to happen on: Saturday, September 18th from 9am to […]
PRESS RELEASE. From HIP Housing. HIP Housing 2022 Calendar Contest Entry Form About the HIP Housing Calendar Project Filled with local children’s artwork and information about HIP Housing, since 2001 […]
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I'm writing to ask for your help to increase awareness of the upcoming vaccine clinic Coastside Hope will be hosting. With the new surge of the virus variants, the best protection we have […]
More Sunflowers & A Brand New Class We just released another week of sunflower reservations, as we have opened the second section of the sunflower field! We have 2 full sections of the field which have yet to bloom, so provided we can successfully control foot traffic away from the non-blooming sections, we are cautiously […]
Agenda Highlights a. Adoption of Resolution No. 14-21 to Make Findings Allowing Continued Remote Meetings Under AB361 b. Approval of Reimbursement Agreement Between the San Mateo County Office of Education and Cabrillo Unified School District for Covid-19 Testing and Contact Tracing Services c. Approval of Resolution No. 15-21 Urging the Governor and Legislature to Require […]
Commercial Activity Permits and Associated Issues - Wholesale Fish Offloads Topic: There are four separate, but related, issues being presented: 1. Commercial Activity Permits for visiting fishing vessels conducting commercial offloads in Pillar Point Harbor, 2. Commercial Activity Permits for non-tenant wholesale fish buyers, 3. Authorized uses of the public hoist at Pillar Point Harbor, […]
MAHALO FOR YOUR SUPPORT! WE'RE MAKING SOME CHANGES AUGUST 10th UPDATE NEW DATE Saturday October 2, 2021 6th Annual Time: 9am - 2:00 pm PST Multi-Location Livestreamed Championships SET […]
Safeway World Championship Gargantuan Gourds (Pumpkins) Weigh-Off This year is Half Moon Bay’s 48th Annual Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off. 1st place prize money has been increased to $9/pound, plus the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off is offering a special $30,000 mega-prize for the world record breaking pumpkin at the prestigious Half Moon Bay event. Wow! An Even […]
South Gate of HMB and Highway 1 Construction Alert: Road Closures to Remove K-Rails AUGUST 25, 2021 BY MICHELLE 1 COMMENT (EDIT) Starting Monday, August 23 lane one (the inside, or “fast” lane) in both the northbound and southbound directions on Highway 1 will be temporarily closed from Seymour Street to Wavecrest Road. This closure is necessary in order […]
OneShoreline is partnering with League of Women Voters chapters throughout San Mateo County, for a program of public online forums on climate change risk and resilience. Each forum will focus on a specific region of the Bay shoreline, Pacific Coast, or on wildfires, and includes brief presentations by panelists from the specific region, followed by […]
Thank you for running with us! The Pumpkin Run has been a tradition in Half Moon Bay for many years and takes participants along the beautiful Coastal Trail overlooking the […]