City Council Meeting April 20, 2026

The City Council of Foster City held a regular meeting on April 20, 2026, which included several proclamations recognizing Parkinson's Awareness Month, National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, and Volunteer Appreciation Week. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed report on the city's real estate market analysis presented by Cosmont Companies, covering demographics, retail and office market conditions, vacancy rates, and economic trends. Council members discussed challenges related to retail vacancies, high rents in shopping centers like Edgewater, and the impact of online shopping on local sales tax revenue. The council also addressed the city's wastewater and water rates, confirming previously adopted rates with scheduled annual adjustments through 2029. Additionally, the council adopted a resolution reaffirming the city's commitment to enforcing state law and city policies limiting federal immigration enforcement activities on city property, emphasizing community safety and transparency. The meeting concluded with various council member reports and community updates. No new contracts or procurement actions were reported during this session.