Vice Mayor· 2022-11-01 - 2026-12-01
Adam Rak
San Carlos
About
Adam Rak's campaign platform focuses on fiscal conservatism, specifically opposing increases to local sales taxes. Based on available headlines, his platform addresses key city issues including taxation and local development.
Campaign promises (1)
- taxesOpposes a proposed sales tax increase.Related votes
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 16
- Total speaking time
- 2:21:23
- Avg per meeting
- 8:50
- Segments
- 1938
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Top issues during term (15)(Public Safety)
Restricting oversize vehicle parking on city streets
The city has twice paid a $3,500 tow release fee after 30 days, and the current $50 fine is widely unpaid.
Community mediation services partnership
The proposed contract was $20,000 annually; council members signaled a $5,000 pilot is more appropriate.
Flock ALPR Camera Contract and Privacy
It's totally free to download and use, though city resources benefit from faster emergency response times.
BP I SPE, LLC vs. City of San Carlos
Unknown — litigation costs and exposure were not disclosed.
Regulation of E-Bikes and Electric Conveyances
No immediate cost; future enforcement and education programs could carry costs.
Sidewalk Vending Regulation Update
Limited enforcement tools — fines are capped and must be waivable under state law.
County Emergency Preparedness and Hazmat Funding
About $4,000 per year for five years in additional county assessment.
Sheriff's Services Contract and Overtime Priorities
FY 2026-27 payment of $14,455,499, offset by a $2,059,325 CalPERS credit and $700,000 in prior-year savings.
Pedestrian Safety at Arundel Elementary
Police services annual report
Technology Disruption Policy for Public Meetings
None — no additional funding needed.
El Sereno Drive Street Safety
Residents estimate roughly 100-150 feet of repaving per side is needed; Public Works says it can't act without allocated funds.
Crestview-Hallmark Emergency Access Gate
San Carlos will pay about $22,500 of the estimated $45,000 project cost.
AED access and CPR awareness
New Chief of Police Services
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Rak was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (0)(Public Safety)
No votes found matching Public Safety.