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Councilwoman Lee

Nov 27, 2023

Oppose Baywood Historic District

This unwanted Baywood historic district not only infringes on property rights but also creates unnecessary obstacles.

Celebrating 60 Years with our Sister City Toyonaka, Japan

Councilwoman Lee

Oct 30, 2023

Celebrating 60 Years with our Sister City Toyonaka, Japan

I am profoundly changed by my experience in Toyonaka, thanks to the visionaries who united to restore peace and join in friendship 60 yrs...

Councilwoman Lee

Oct 24, 2023

Public Art Downtown Mural

I am so proud to have carried this magnificent public art initiative forward to create a two-block street mural Downtown.

Honoring our Cultural History: Ching Lee Laundry

Councilwoman Lee

Sep 7, 2023

Honoring our Cultural History: Ching Lee Laundry

San Mateo is a gem for many reasons including our Chinese history. Our City was home to the oldest Chinese laundry business in the Country.

2023 State of the City: Our Resilient Future

Councilwoman Lee

May 1, 2023

2023 State of the City: Our Resilient Future

Year in review building a resilient community by creating prosperity, empowering people, and investing in placemaking.

Councilwoman Lee

Jul 23, 2022

Infrastructure Investments on B St

It's time to invest and keep up the momentum of economic recovery in our downtown.

Councilwoman Lee

Apr 12, 2022

Neighborhood Listening Session

Discuss how we should move forward after the Bike Lane Project, identify our priorities & come together to speak up for our neighborhood!

Ground Breaking for the largest affordable housing project in our history!

Councilwoman Lee

Mar 18, 2022

Ground Breaking for the largest affordable housing project in our history!

Kiku Crossing creates 225 new affordable homes for families and is set for completion in 2024.

Councilwoman Lee

Mar 6, 2022

North Central Bike Lane Project

The council voted 3-2 to approve the bicycle lanes, why I dissented.

Councilwoman Lee

Sep 24, 2021

Giving our Streets Back to People

This decision is an investment in a shared vision to make our downtown a lively and vibrant destination for all.

Councilwoman Lee

Aug 19, 2021

General Plan 2040 Moving Forward

Our Council unanimously approved three land use and circulation alternatives, emphasizing studying options for building around transit.

Councilwoman Lee

Jul 17, 2021

Volunteer Safety Patrol

This month, United Peace Collaborative launched a volunteer patrol training session in San Mateo, joined by a coalition of leaders.

Outdoor dining continues with Citywide parklet program & downtown street closure

Councilwoman Lee

Feb 4, 2021

Outdoor dining continues with Citywide parklet program & downtown street closure

Extension of city-wide parklets & downtown street closures for outdoor dining.

Councilwoman Lee

Jan 22, 2021

2021 State of the City

Mayor Eric Rodriguez hosted the virtual State of the City, "We are going through a pivotal time in our history...

San Mateo $$$ Update: Revenue Opportunity

Councilwoman Lee

Nov 24, 2020

San Mateo $$$ Update: Revenue Opportunity

Billboard advertisements are possible, as long as the city protects the historic downtown and residential areas.

Planning for Post-Pandemic Recovery & Growth

Councilwoman Lee

Oct 30, 2020

Planning for Post-Pandemic Recovery & Growth

Let's talk post-pandemic growth trajectory and workforce housing with one of San Mateo's foremost women tech leaders Adrienne Down Coulson

Virtual Event: Dismantling Segregation in San Mateo

Councilwoman Lee

Oct 2, 2020

Virtual Event: Dismantling Segregation in San Mateo

You are invited to join an important follow-up conversation to the New York Times Rothstein article on racism and segregation in San Mateo.

MidPen Project: Affordable & Inclusive Housing

Councilwoman Lee

Sep 19, 2020

MidPen Project: Affordable & Inclusive Housing

The MidPen Project could be the greatest achievement of our City in 2020. It is the largest 100% affordable housing project in San Mateo...

30+ Years Putting Faith Into Action: Homeless Help Center Downtown San Mateo

Councilwoman Lee

Aug 28, 2020

30+ Years Putting Faith Into Action: Homeless Help Center Downtown San Mateo

Since COVID-19 and the fires, Saint Vincent de Paul has served thousands of people in need, called to serve and motivated by faith.

Workers Resource Center finds new location in North Central

Councilwoman Lee

Aug 21, 2020

Workers Resource Center finds new location in North Central

On Monday, our council approved a contract for a new location for the Workers Resource Center - a program run through the Samaritan House.