Candidate Forum: District 4, San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
Tues, January 30, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, In-Person
Thrive Alliance and Leadership Council San Mateo County, are hosting a candidate forum to elevate the most pressing issues of nonprofits and their communities in San Mateo County. The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors oversees county departments, programs, and property, with an annual budget of over $4 billion.
Candidates:
Paul Bocanegra, Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Commissioner - Legislative Coordinator, County of San Mateo
All districts have changed since the 2020 census report and the redistricting process that followed. District 4 includes the cities of Redwood City, East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and North Fair Oaks.
Thrive Alliance and Leadership Council San Mateo County are non-endorsing and nonpartisan organizations.
Se ofrece interpretación en español.
Spanish interpretation is available. Please reach out to Yajaira Ortega if you require additional accommodations or have inquiries about accessibility.
Thrive RISE January Meeting: An Introduction to Cold Impacts on Health and the County's Inclement Weather Program
Wed, January 31, 10:00 - 11:00 am, Virtual
Cold weather can result in poor health outcomes, and even death, for those that are unhoused or who otherwise lack proper heating resources. Individuals most at risk for hypothermia are people experiencing homelessness, older adults with inadequate food and heating resources, infants in cold bedrooms, and substance users. Join our January COAD meeting with Dr. Curtis Chan from County of San Mateo Health and Matthew Hayes from County of San Mateo Human Services Agency to learn more about cold impacts on the human body, how social vulnerability exacerbates risk to cold weather, and how the County’s Inclement Weather Program is working to expand shelter availability for unhoused individuals on cold nights.
All organizations are welcome at this meeting, regardless of sector or experience in responding to community emergencies. Registration is not required for these recurring meetings. Please save this link as a recurring event on your calendar for the last Wednesday of the month.
Citizens’ Climate Lobby: Climate Solutions District 16 Candidate Panels
Thurs, February 1 & Mon, February 5
The San Mateo, Silicon Valley North, and Silicon Valley South chapters of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL), in partnership with Thrive Alliance, Acterra, 350 Silicon Valley, Sustainable San Mateo County, and Sustainable Silicon Valley will host two virtual panels with the 10 candidates (5 on each panel) running for Anna Eshoo’s seat (CA CD16) on Thursday, February 1, and Monday, February 5 from 7:00 - 8:30 PM. Attendees will leave with a new understanding of what the 10 candidates will do on matters pertaining to climate and environmental solutions.
Where: Zoom (see links below) Cost: Free of charge How to participate: Registration required.
Click here to register for the February 1 panel with Joby Bernstein, Evan Low, Julie Lythcott-Haims, Joe Simitian, and Greg Lin Tanaka
Click here to register for the February 5 panel with Peter Dixon, Rishi Kumar, Sam Liccardo, Ahmed Mostafa and Peter Ohtaki
There are two nights due to the large number. Be sure to register for both nights to see all the candidates.
Candidate Conversation on Children: San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Races
Mon, February 5, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, In-Person
Thrive Alliance and Choose Children, a project of Silicon Valley Community Foundation, invite you to attend a county-wide conversation with candidates for County Supervisor as they discuss critical children’s issues and their plans to shape a county where children and families can thrive.
If you are concerned about the issues facing children, including affordable and high-quality child care and learning environments and the mental health of children and families, join this event to learn where the candidates stand on these issues and their plans for addressing them.
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors oversees county departments, programs, and property, with an annual budget of over $4 billion.
Candidates In Attendance:
Paul Bocanegra, Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Commissioner - Legislative Coordinator, County of San Mateo
Thrive Alliance and Choose Children are non-endorsing and nonpartisan organizations.
Se ofrece interpretación en español.
Spanish interpretation is available. Please reach out to Yajaira Ortega if you require additional accommodations or have inquiries about accessibility.
The San Mateo Public Library facilities are being rented for this event. The viewpoints and materials presented at this event are not necessarily endorsed by the City of San Mateo or the San Mateo Public Library.
Summit for Partnerships in Education - Elevating Racial Justice in SMC
Thurs, February 15, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm, In-Person
Join us for an inspiring event focused on elevating racial justice in San Mateo County! The San Mateo County Office of Education, Thrive Alliance, and Stanford Haas Center for Public Service are proud to host The Summit for Partnerships in Education, which aims to bring together educators, community leaders, and advocates to discuss and collaborate on ways to promote equity and inclusivity in our schools and community. This in-person event will be held at the Community Center in Burlingame.
By attending, you will have the opportunity to hear from community-based organizations, schools, and districts engage in thought-provoking discussions, attend informative workshops, and network with like-minded individuals who are passionate about fostering a more equitable education system. Together, we can work towards creating a brighter future for all students in San Mateo County.
Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies): Coordinating Staff Roles in Disaster - An Introduction to Incident Command System for Nonprofits
Wed, February 21, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, In-Person
The Incident Command System (ICS) is a framework that emergency workers use to efficiently organize and manage response efforts during disasters. Because the nonprofit sector plays a major role in disaster response, it is essential that San Mateo County nonprofits are trained in and applying ICS principles to their own emergency response efforts.
This two-hour interactive, in-person workshop will provide a brief background on ICS and show you how to adapt ICS principles to your organization’s emergency planning. Participants will practice applying these principles to realistic disaster scenarios and will walk away with templates for creating Emergency Response Plans and Teams. As with all COAD trainings, this will be an opportunity to connect with other San Mateo County nonprofits that are active in emergency preparedness and response. This workshop is designed for nonprofits, but is open to all.
Rafael Avendaño, Executive Director, of Redwood City Together, will lead an interactive workshop with a space for vulnerability and co-learning among nonprofit leaders to reflect on individual management journeys and management styles. You will learn about new methods that can support the organizational culture that you lead and how to become a dream manager. We will also be announcing the HR Affinity Group, which will serve as a way to stay connected and engaged beyond the training sessions.
Nonprofit leaders and HR professionals of all backgrounds and nonprofit sizes are welcome to attend this session. There will be ample time for sharing ideas over lunch.
The first 30 people to register will receive a complementary copy of The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly, which we will be citing during the session. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and come away with valuable resources.
County of San Mateo: Board Approves New Approach to Encourage Unhoused Residents in Illegal Encampments to Accept Shelter and Support
Calling it “inhumane” to leave individuals experiencing homelessness living in illegal and often unsafe encampments on public property when there are available shelter beds, the Board of Supervisors unanimously approved an ordinance aimed at encouraging them to accept assistance. To learn more click here.
County of San Mateo: HMB Airport, County Officials Disappointed Dream Machines Cancelled for 2024
The Half Moon Bay Airport and the County of San Mateo are disappointed the annual Pacific Coast Dream Machines show will not take place this spring due to a combination of factors including increased permitting requirements by the Federal Aviation Administration. Two other major events slated for the County’s two airports in 2024 also remain up in the air: the Emergency Vehicle Operation Course, a safe driving training for local law enforcement hosted by the Sheriff’s Office at the Half Moon Bay Airport; and the Runway Run organized by the Hiller Aviation Museum at the San Carlos Airport. To learn more click here.
County of San Mateo: County Controller Publishes Property Tax Highlights for FY 2022-23
The Property Tax Highlights publication, which shows tax revenues collected and distributed to local governments operating within San Mateo County, is now available for fiscal year (FY) 2022-23. Countywide combined property taxes totaled $3.6 billion for FY 2022-23, an increase of $258 million (or 7.7 percent) compared to the prior year, representing 12 consecutive years of property tax growth. These taxes help fund the operations of local cities, school districts, special districts, and the County which provide services to the county’s residents. To learn more click here.
Community Events
People’s Panel: Our Journey to Leadership
Thurs, February 1, 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Learn about leadership pathways from local nonprofit executive directors and city council members in Redwood City. These leaders will discuss how they organize and advocate for the communities they serve and share their vision for Redwood City.
Note: This event is being held at the Sports Basement in Redwood City.
Riekes Film is excited to host its 2nd annual Spotlight Short Film Showcase. This showcase will feature a selection of short films from local filmmakers, offering a diverse and exciting lineup of work. Whether you are a seasoned film buff or new to independent cinema, you are invited to join this special event.
Community Equity Collaborative: Rainbow Kids en Español
Thurs, February 13, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Please join facilitators Jennifer Ventura (Bilingual Early Childhood Specialist and Consultant) and Tania Cisneros-Ventura (Bilingual Childhood Educator and Family Therapist) for Rainbow Kids en Español. This free 90-minute webinar, offered by Community Equity Collaborative, focuses on why and how to talk with young children about diversity as it relates to gender, families, and love. They will share age-appropriate information and guidance on these topics along with practical strategies for supporting children as they evolve their sense of self and others during these early years.
Note: This event has several dates to choose from (2/13, 3/21, 4/17, and 4/24).
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