News ImageCall for Applicants - Interim Council Member
The San Carlos City Council is accepting applications to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of former Mayor Andy Klein. The term of the interim Council Member will be from the date of appointment until the position is refilled by election and the election results are certified. This could be in December 2012 or December 2013.

Completed applications must be received by the City by Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.

Tentative date and time for interviews is Tuesday, May 29, 2012 with interviews starting at 5:00 p.m.

Click the link below for more information & the application form.
( Notice & Application - Interim City Council Member - May 15, 2012 )
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News ImageSplash Pads On - Burton & Laureola Parks
With the arrival of warm weather in San Carlos, the Parks & Recreation Department has announced that they have turned on the Water Splash Pads at Burton Park and Laureola Park. The pads will remain on until October.

The City invites residents to drop by and enjoy the parks in San Carlos during this excellent weather!

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News ImagePolystyrene Foodware Ban in San Carlos - Effective July 1, 2012
On March 12, 2012, the San Carlos City Council adopted Ordinance 1442 which adopts the County Model Ordinance that bans Polystyrene ("Styrofoam") Foodware in Restaurants. The Ordinance takes effect in San Carlos on July 1, 2012.

The County has sent out letters to San Carlos Restaurants that reminds them of this new ordinance. Enforcement of the Ordinance will occur during the County's routine health inspections of restaurants or upon receipt of complaints.


( Letter to San Carlos Restaurants - Polystyrene Ban - Starts 7/1/2012 (Acrobat, 884 KB) )
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News Image2012 Hot Harvest Nights Farmer's Market

When: Every Thursday night, May 3rd through September 13th
From: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: 700 Block of Laurel Street. Downtown San Carlos

Sponsored by the San Carlos Chamber of Commerce, Hot Harvest Nights features certified produce and specialty foods, musical entertainment and walk-away food. Stores throughout San Carlos' acclaimed downtown will be open for your exploration and enjoyment. A different City Department and City Council Member will attend the 1st Thursday of each month (see schedule below). Bring the entire family to enjoy this popular annual event.


( Schedule of City Departments & Council Members - 2012 Hot Harvest Nights (Acrobat File, 71.5 kb) )
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News ImageFire Season is Approaching - Residents Urged to Clear Brush
With meteorological indicators suggesting abnormally hot and dry summer weather patterns, the fire danger this year is very worrisome. Even with the cooler weather, fires have already been reported in open space lands in the San Francisco Bay Area.

As we do each year, the San Carlos Fire Department is urging city residents to clear brush and grasses to a minimum of 30-ft to 100-ft from their homes to create a defensible space.


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News ImageShop San Carlos - Local Business Can Meet Most of Your Shopping Needs

Do You Live or Work in San Carlos?
Shop San Carlos

Just minutes from your door, local businesses can help you meet most of your shopping needs right here in town. Whatever you need, you can find it in San Carlos!

Check the City’s Business Listings online to find San Carlos merchants, the City's Facebook and Twitter Lists of San Carlos Businesses or the Chamber of Commerce online directory


( Shop San Carlos Brochure )
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San Carlos Hometown Days
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Adult Softball - Highlands Park
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San Carlos Hometown Days
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Fridge Magic
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Hot Harvest Nights - Farmers Market - Thursdays 4pm to 8pm
May 17, 2012
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