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Report regarding Resolutions authorizing two applications to the San Mateo County Transportation Authority for Cycle 4 Alternative Congestion Relief and Transportation Demand Management Program funding (John Wilson, Senior Civil Engineer)
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Adopt two resolutions authorizing applications to the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (SMCTA) for the Transit and Emergency Vehicle Signal Priority Timing Plans and SAFE-T South San Francisco Expansion projects; committing the required local matching funds; and authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute project supplements if funding is awarded.
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BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 140-2026 on October 14, 2026, authorizing staff to submit qualifying competitive transportation grant applications consistent with adopted City plans and priorities, subject to specified local matching requirements. Pursuant to this authorization, staff submitted the applications by the applicable grant deadlines. These staff reports and accompanying resolutions were prepared before those deadlines but were subsequently scheduled for Council consideration after the application periods closed. The resolutions are therefore being presented to document Council support for the submitted applications, satisfy applicable grant program requirements, and authorize any additional actions specified therein. Any grant awards will return to Council for acceptance and necessary budget appropriations.
Community outreach and engagement will be an important component of project development. As projects advance, staff will seek input from residents, businesses, schools, and other stakeholders, as appropriate, to better understand local conditions, identify community concerns, and inform the development and refinement of proposed improvements. Opportunities for participation will be tailored to the scope and circumstances of each project, with community feedback co...
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