Policies and Administrative Memoranda

The County of San Mateo has implemented a number of sustainability policies and procedures to ensure that government operations align with the Board of Supervisors’ commitment to sustainability.

Examples include:

Donations of Surplus Property to Non-Profit Organizations and Public Schools (November, 24, 2014)
Establishes policies and procedures for the donation of County-owned surplus property other than vehicles, including electronic equipment, to nonprofit organizations and public schools.

State-Mandated Procurement Requirements Under California Senate Bill 1383 for Paper Products, Compost, Mulch, and Renewable Natural Gas
Establishes policy to comply with the state-mandated requirements for recycled organic-material procurement establishes under California Senate Bill 1383, also known as SB 1383.

Operation and Maintenance of County Storm Water Control Measures (February 10, 2021)
Assigns responsibility to the County of San Mateo for operation and maintenance of County-constructed and/or maintained Stormwater Control Measures.

Electric Vehicle Charging Station Operation Policy
Updates policies and procedures for the use of public, County employee, and County fleet electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) at County owned facilities.

Foodware Policy (June 2, 2024)
Establishes the County Foodware Policy, which reduces disposable foodware waste by: 1) prohibiting the procurement of single-use plastics, 2) requiring the procurement of natural, fiber-based compostables (when utilizing single-use foodware), 3) managing the distribution of foodware accessories and standard condiments, and 3) requiring catering services hired by the County to utilize reusable foodware for large County-hosted events (i.e., any event where County funds are used to procure food and foodware for the event).