San Bruno City Council Special and Regular Meetings, January 13, 2026.

The San Bruno City Council held special and regular meetings on January 13, 2026, focusing on community priorities, public safety, and financial matters. A key presentation reviewed the 2025 community priorities survey, highlighting residents' satisfaction with city services, especially emergency response and infrastructure maintenance. Discussions included potential parcel tax measures to fund public safety and infrastructure improvements, with survey data indicating moderate support. Public comments emphasized concerns over unresolved first responder contract negotiations, staffing shortages, and the need for competitive salaries to maintain effective police and fire services. The council received the city's comprehensive annual financial report for fiscal year 2024-25, noting a stable financial position bolstered by a tax revenue sharing agreement with Walmart, but also highlighting ongoing deficits in certain enterprise funds such as the Recreation Aquatic Center and parking. The report outlined plans to address these deficits through budget adjustments and fund restructuring. Additionally, the council recognized efforts to combat illegal dumping and acknowledged contributions to affordable housing initiatives. No reportable actions resulted from closed sessions on litigation and property negotiations. Overall, the meeting underscored the council's focus on balancing fiscal responsibility with community safety and infrastructure needs.