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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in San Carlos public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Winter Storm and Flood Preparedness
With a strong El Niño expected, the Council agreed to a public presentation on the city's storm preparations, including a joint appearance with OneShoreline.
2025 Sewer Rehabilitation Project Completion
The city's sewer repair program finished $1.18 million under budget — a win for ratepayers who fund sewer improvements. The work fixes the most serious pipe defects basin by basin.
Cal Water Rate Increases
Council Member McDowell flagged that water rates are rising again and pointed residents to the city's water conservation resources after a year of public engagement in the CPUC rate-setting process.
PCE rebrand to WestLight Energy
Peninsula Clean Energy is changing its name to WestLight Energy; your bill line item will change but nothing else. The Council approved the JPA amendment on consent.
Beverly Drive storm drain flooding
A resident since 1972 reported flooding on Beverly Drive — construction changes above the street have homeowners sandbagging their properties — but was told there's no budget for storm drain improvements. Staff will help her find a funding path.
PG&E utility notification and permit backlog
PG&E spent nearly a year refusing to mail notices of its work, leaving about 86 city permits unissued and residents waiting months for solar and electrical hookups. A new compromise creates tiered notification rules, and the council wants the backlog cleared within 30 to 60 days.
2025 Storm Drain Improvements
Four flood-prone spots around town — Clifton, Kenton, Manzanita/Cedar, and Shoreway — are getting storm drain fixes. Plans approved; bids open March 3.
Recycled water and purple pipe requirements
Layton flagged that the Peninsula Pure Water Program could change how the city thinks about requiring purple pipe in new construction.