Redwood City – Today, the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors received a verbal report on existing and emerging initiatives to support the local immigrant community — one-third of the county population —  in response to heightened concerns over potential changes in federal policy and enforcement.

Redwood City – San Mateo County supervisors today directed $18 million in federal funds to local affordable housing needs.

To finish construction of the multi-use sports field and sports courts, crews are scheduled to continue work on Saturdays, Oct 19 through Nov 16. On Nov 4 –22, the entire park will be closed, including the pump track.

Redwood City – At his 90th birthday party, microphone in hand, Bob Hoover stood in front of an audience that came to celebrate his many accomplishments.

The area south and west of the park, which was burned by the CZU Lightning Complex Fire, remains closed. Other trails remain closed due to storm damage.

Redwood City – Survivors of domestic abuse have a new ally.

Redwood City – A lack of affordable child care is one of the top issues driving women’s lifelong inequity, according to a report presented today to the Board of Supervisors that recommends making child care more affordable and accessible.

Among the three concepts presented, the most popular with the community was boulder canyon, which reflects a natural aesthetic and will incorporate rocks of varying sizes to serve as play and relaxation areas.

Work is scheduled to occur on Saturday, Oct.5 and possibly Oct. 12 as construction crews strive to maintain the project schedule and complete key projects before wet weather begins. Construction activity will not begin before 9 a.m. and will conclude no later than 5 p.m.