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Hello San Mateo! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will San Mateo County's new robot rules affect local businesses?
  • What changes will San Mateo County parks see under a new director?
  • How did flowers and squid boost San Mateo County's farm economy?

Also on today's calendar: Friday Happy Hour: Blue House in the AutoVino Wine Garden and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 75 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Friday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 77, low: 59.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 75 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. AI robots will now be on San Mateo County's radar (mercurynews.com) — San Mateo County is rolling out a first-of-its-kind permit system for AI-powered workplace robots in unincorporated areas, aiming to protect safety and local jobs. Businesses using autonomous, camera-equipped, lithium-battery robots must meet strict safety, privacy, and employment-impact rules, including redeploying or compensating any displaced workers.
   

2. Hannah Ormshaw Appointed Parks Director for San Mateo County for Her Leadership Style Grounded in Engagement, Collaboration and Innovation (coastsidebuzz.com) — San Mateo County has appointed longtime parks leader Hannah Ormshaw as the new Parks Director, a move that will shape how local parks are restored, maintained, and improved. Her experience with wildfire recovery, climate resilience, and habitat restoration means residents can expect continued focus on safe, accessible, and environmentally healthy open spaces across the county.
   

3. Potted Plants Lead San Mateo County Agriculture to Strongest Year Since 2019 (smcgov.org) — San Mateo County's agriculture sector just logged its strongest year since 2019, with flowers and potted plants leading production to an estimated $116 million in value. From Brussels sprouts and pumpkins to organic crops and squid landings, the report highlights a resilient coastal economy that supports thousands of jobs across the county.
   

4. As ICE crackdown fears rise, San Jose becomes first Bay Area city to halt new private detention facilities (mercurynews.com) — San Mateo County has extended its moratorium on new private detention facilities through August 24, 2027, putting local land‑use brakes on potential immigration detention projects. The move parallels San Jose's new 45‑day ban and gives county leaders time to study impacts on infrastructure, public safety, and the environment that could affect residents countywide.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Let's stop making blanket judgments and attacking our neighbors' character based on circumstances we know nothing about.
    We can advocate for responsible pet ownership without assuming the worst of people. Compassion should extend to our human neighbors, too. There is… (Nextdoor The Village)
  • These are some of the things that gave me much joy!
    I encourage everyone to get outside it is beautiful especially in the morning hours. One thing that captured my attention this week was the planets… (Nextdoor North Central)
  • Chevron posted a job opening for Customer Service Representative in San Mateo. Apply here.
  • Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Customer Service/Sales in San Mateo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Mateo here.

Ok San Mateo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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