Supervisor Noelia Corzo

My staff had a great time meeting with constituents at the King Center during our August office hours today! Missed our office hours? Stay tuned and sign up for our newsletter to find out when the next one is! 📅

Come to my District 2 office hours tomorrow, Tuesday August 20th! Share your needs, concerns, hopes, and experiences. Or stop by to say hello. My staff will be at the King Community Center, 725
Monte Diablo, San Mateo from 4:30-6:30pm to connect you with resources and answer questions!

Did you know older adults are among the fastest-growing segments of the homeless population? Four in 10 slide into homelessness for the first time past the age of 55.

At the County’s Navigation Center, Older Adults Share Struggles, Hopes Older adults are among the fastest-growing segments of the homeless population; four in 10 slide into homelessness for the first time past the age of 55 August 14, 2024 “I’m looking forward to my future. I got two little dogs I take care of all the time. I do the best I can,” said Barbara McFa...

Thanks to all the folks who joined San Mateo Deputy Mayor Rob Newsom and me today for Cafecito con Noelia at the iconic Heidi's Pies in San Mateo. On peoples' minds were housing, public safety, emergency preparedness for the Los Prados neighborhood in San Mateo, oversight of biotech companies, and much more.

Always great to hear directly from our residents on what matters to them and share what we are working on. Many ideas have come out of these Cafecitos. Sign up for my newsletter at smcgov.org/district-2 to find out when and where to join me for the September Cafecito.

Come out to Summer Days in Foster City and stop by our table to say hello and pick up some resources. Food trucks! Music! Booths! Fun the whole weekend!

We got the privilege of neighboring the Foster City Historical Society booth and learned more about the amazing Foster City, including why the fire hydrants have such a unique shape. Do you know?

Foster City’s Summer Days is this weekend! ☀️
Come celebrate Foster City’s birthday at this fun-filled event, featuring delicious food, carnival rides and games, live music, craft vendors, and in inflatable raft race (Rubber Ducky Races)! Stop by my office’s table on Saturday! See you there! 🎡🎶🎟️

Today the Board proclaimed August 2024 as Child Support Awareness Month to elevate the key role child support plays in creating stable and nurturing homes and to raise awareness of the incredible resource our Department of Child Support Services provides to our community.

From replacing its application process with a new simplified online form to holding Friday afternoon appointments with the Family Law Facilitator office specifically for Child Support Services clients, the Department is helping parents and guardians navigate the process. Make an appointment through a caseworker at 866-901-2312 or [email protected]. For more information about the programs available through California Child Support Services, visit https://www.smcgov.org/dcss.

Thank you to Rita Cortes, Administrative Division Manager of Child Support Services, and the rest of the team for sharing information and accepting the proclamation.

Join me and San Mateo Deputy Mayor Rob Newsom for conversation and community on Saturday, August 17 from 10-11:30am. We're meeting at Heidi's Pies, 1941 S El Camino Real, San Mateo. Come hear our priorities and share yours. Space limited. Please RSVP! bit.ly/cafecito-con-noelia-aug2024

Great night at the COPE banquet where was honored with the Community Award!

Tomorrow is : Celebration at ! At this free event, look forward to:

🪁 GIANT Kites with the Kite Man of Martinez
🥁 Tatsumaki Taiko
🎷 fun’SQ
🚂 Rides on Kiddos Chu Chu
🚲 Bike rides hosted by REI
👩‍🎤 Face painting
🎪 Community resource booths
😋 5 food trucks (food/drink for sale by vendors)

And stop by my office’s table! See you tomorrow! ☀️

8.7.2024 All five homicides in San Mateo to date in 2024 have been domestic violence murders of mothers and their children. I’m devastated to hear about the pregnant mother of four children who was killed with her full-term, unborn baby in an apparent domestic violence incident in my district. My heart goes out to her precious children and family as they navigate this unimaginable trauma. After over a year of working urgently with the Domestic Violence Council to make San Mateo County safer for families, we are faced with this glaring reminder of the immediate need. I commit to holding this mother and her family in my heart as we carry on the work with even more rigor, knowing that this tragedy and the many others that have impacted our community should have been prevented.

If you or someone you know is experiencing intimate partner abuse, find support at (Communities Overcoming Relationship Abuse) at 800.300.1080. The odds of homicide increase 750% for people who have been previously strangled or choked by their partner. If you or a neighbor are in danger, don't hesitate to call 911.

Tonight is ! Check out neighborhood block events all across District 2, including at Leo Ryan Park in , O’Donnell Park in , and the King Center in where my staff are tabling!

BIG NEWS: at HEART, we just acquired a small apartment building in Redwood City to keep it affordable and off the speculative market! 🏡 ❤️

HEART, or the Housing Endowment and Regional Trust of San Mateo County, is exploring innovative models to keep tenants housed. I'm proud to serve on the board and help projects like this move forward.

Disaster Preparedness Day is happening now at the San Mateo Event Center! Stop by between now and 3pm and come by my table in Cypress Hall for county resources 🦺

See you tomorrow, Sat. 8/3, 11-3p at Disaster Preparedness Day, a fun FREE event for the whole family! Take free classes in everything from Stop-the-Bleed to How to Pack a Go Bag, to how to be financially prepared by making sure you know how to deal with your insurance company after a disaster, to how to use a fire extinguisher.

Kids can explore fire engines and other emergency vehicles, take a class called “Prepare with Pedro the Penguin,” and enjoy “Storytime with a Firefighter” – which will be offered in English, Spanish, and Chinese (either Cantonese or Mandarin, depending on the book provided by the San Mateo County Library).

Stop by my table and say hello! San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Dr., San Mateo.

Job fair happening today until 1pm! Work with purpose with County of San Mateo.

🌟 Get Ready for our 20th Annual Disaster Prep Day! 🌟

Join us Saturday, Aug. 3, at the San Mateo County Event Center 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day packed with excitement, learning and family fun.

Whether you're an emergency preparedness pro or just getting started, there's something for everyone:

✔️ Free Hot Dogs 🌭
✔️ Hands-on Stop the Bleed and CPR classes
✔️ Tips on packing a go bag and pet safety 🐶
✔️ Expert advice on creating your own emergency plans
✔️ And more ...

Bring the whole family — kids will love the fun activities and the chance to explore fire trucks and other cool equipment.

Plus, you’ll get to meet amazing first responders from San Mateo County as well as the brilliant and beautiful minds of Emergency Management.

This is your chance to learn vital skills in a fun and engaging environment. Let’s make our community safer, together!

DETAILS HERE: https://www.smcgov.org/ceo/news/save-date-learn-readiness-tips-20th-annual-disaster-preparedness-day-saturday-august-3

Join HLC and me for an informational forum on the Bay Area Affordable Housing Bond in half an hour on Zoom. Join the Zoom at bit.ly/AffordableD2

My team had a great time tabling today at the 5th annual Inclusion Festival in Redwood City! ☀️

Meet our intern, Matthew Lau, who has joined our team for the summer! Matt tabled yesterday during our district office hours at the King Center. We are so excited to have Matt on board!

To learn more about when future office hours will be and to have the opportunity to talk to one of my staff, join the newsletter via the link in my bio to stay in the loop!

Join me for an informational forum on July 31st with the Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County to learn about the Bay Area Affordable Housing Bond you will see on your ballot in November. Come ask questions and give your input on projects you would want the $2 billion dollars to fund. Join the Zoom forum on July 31 at 5:30pm at bit.ly/AffordableD2

In November, San Mateo County voters will have the opportunity to vote on the Bay Area Affordable Housing Bond, which could bring $2.1 billion to San Mateo County to address our affordable housing and homelessness crisis. The bond would fund approximately 143,000 new affordable housing units across the region, as well as fund efforts to preserve existing affordable housing and increase tenant protections.

July 9 is Black Women’s Equal Pay Day. Based on Census data from 2022, the wage gap for Black women compared to non-Hispanic white men is 69 cents for full time, year-round workers and 66 cents for all workers (including part time). Join the Commission in conversation with Melody S. Hudson and Monica Simmons to discuss actionable insights and strategies for addressing the pay disparity faced by Black women, empowering them to advocate for themselves and navigate the complexities of achieving financial equity in the workplace. Register: women.ca.gov/equalpayca

I am excited to announce that our District 2 Measure K grant application for 2024 is open for submissions!

I take the responsibility of allocating these taxpayer dollars very seriously, which is why my team and I created a transparent, equitable, data-driven application process. Instead of relying on prior relationships or connections, applicants will demonstrate how their projects are the best use of public funds to meet the District 2 Strategic Plan goals.

For some background: Measure K is a half-cent sales tax renewed by San Mateo County voters in 2016 to address the county’s most critical needs such as affordable housing and emergency preparedness. A small portion of these funds are allocated for district discretionary needs, which the Board of Supervisors must approve.

Thanks to all the 2023 awardees for their feedback, which informed improvements in the process for this year. I’m looking forward to partnering with amazing organizations in advancing our District 2 strategic plan and mission to interrupt inequity, promote representation and belonging, and create lasting change that serves us ALL.

Find more information and the full grant application at https://bit.ly/D2MeasureK2024

Applications close on August 2nd at 11:59pm.

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! May peace and freedom ring for all peoples everywhere.

While County offices and cooling centers like the San Mateo County libraries are closed on the 4th of July, you can find relief from the heat at the Adult Community Center (ACC), located at 601 Chestnut Street, San Carlos, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm or Hillsdale Mall. Drink plenty of fluids, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and elderly neighbors. Never leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Don’t forget to leave plenty of water for your pets while keeping them indoors, safe from the loud sounds of fireworks.

Remember that fireworks—even sparklers—are illegal in most of San Mateo County. This heat wave in the middle of fire season makes them extremely dangerous. Possessing fireworks carries a $1,000 fine. Report any illegal firework activity at 650-363-4911 or to the Sheriff’s Office Anonymous tip line at 800-547-2700. Wishing you a safe, cool Independence Day!

“Los defensores van a responder a cualquiera de las llamadas que están bajo los 10 códigos de violencia doméstica cuando el despachador del 911 usa esos códigos. También cualquier oficial de la policía en las ciudades que son parte del programa piloto van a poder llamar a los defensores pidiendo apoyo”, afirmó Noelia Corzo, supervisora del Distrito 2 del condado.

Condado San Mateo pondrá a disposición más recursos para víctimas de violencia doméstica Civiles especializados ahora acudirán junto a la policía a las llamadas de emergencias relacionadas con violencia doméstica para asistir a la o las víctimas.

Share Your Ideas for Enhancing Coyote Point Recreation Area Help us enhance Coyote Point Recreation Area by taking this online survey about your preferences for new playground features, park activities, and more.

Join Supervisor Ray Mueller, , and me for conversation and community on Saturday, June 29 from 10-11:30am. We’re meeting at Doc’s Bagels, 1027 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont. Come hear our priorities and share yours. Space limited. Please RSVP! bit.ly/cafecito-con-noelia-june2024

Today marks the second anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, a ruling that reversed Roe v. Wade and the protection of a women’s right to an abortion. Since then, 21 states passed abortion bans. At the May 21st board meeting, the board committed to Measure K funding to . I was proud to attend today’s Rally for Reproductive Rights to show our county’s continued commitment to reproductive rights.

Today is — because Asking Saves Kids.

Always ask: "Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays?"

This is a life-saving question. In the U.S.:
-4.6 million kids live in a home with an unlocked, loaded gun
-8 kids a day are unintentionally injured or killed by family fire
Asking if there are unlocked guns where kids play saves lives.

Learn more about safe firearm storage at endfamilyfire.org.