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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Daly City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Boards and Commissions Overhaul
A new ordinance would standardize how all city boards and commissions work — $50 per meeting, attendance rules, and a clear process for removing members who miss three meetings or 20% of meetings — after quorum problems sidelined a commission.
Temporary License — Vacant Mission and Hillside Property
The city manager was to be authorized to sign a temporary license agreement with Daly City Mitsubishi for the vacant city property at Mission and Hillside — a short-term use of public land.
Business License Renewals and Tax Deadlines
Every Daly City business owes its license tax by October 1, calculated on prior-year gross income — not net profit. IRS extensions don't help; late filers face accruing penalties. Commissioners are being enlisted to remind businesses in their networks.
Account Clerk III Promotional Hiring List
The board received eligibility lists for five job classifications, including roles tied to the sewer, water, fire, and building-permit operations residents rely on. These lists are the pool of qualified candidates the city can hire from.
Library parcel tax not pursued for November ballot
The board is trying to get a library funding measure onto a ballot, but can't get the key players — the two appointed council members, city staff, and DCPLA's Clayton Koo — in one room. A June 5 meeting fell through, and they admit they'll probably miss the November 2026 election window.
Zip Books grant discontinued
The state discontinued the Zip Books grant program for budget reasons, so the library's popular purchase-on-demand service ends. Purchase suggestions are still accepted and fulfilled under the collection policy.
Commission's advisory relationship with the City Council
Commissioners noted the commission has never been consulted on major city policy and debated what a consultative role should look like — without slowing city decisions. The mayor reportedly texted support for forwarding items to the commission, and a formal proposal will come to a future meeting.
Senior services funding from San Mateo County
Two county grants — congregate nutrition and senior center activities — were accepted, keeping senior meal and activity programs funded for FY 2026-27.
Utility users tax and streaming services
Daly City will start collecting its existing 5% utility users tax on Netflix, Disney+ and other streaming platforms, which could add $750,000 to $1 million a year to the general fund. It's not a new tax — a court case involving Disney cleared the way, and staff will send compliance notices to providers.
FY 2027 mid-cycle budget adjustments
Mid-year operating and capital budget adjustments for fiscal year 2027 were on the consent agenda, affecting how city funds are allocated for the year.
Vehicle License Fee Reimbursement
Councilmember Manalo reported on Sacramento advocacy to win back vehicle license fee dollars owed to the city — money that flows straight to the general fund.