News

PD Press Release C21-0111-01

Posted on January 12, 2021

MEDIA INFORMATION – PRESS RELEASE Today’s Date: 01/11/2021                                                     Case Number: C21-0111-01 Type of Incident: Assault on an Officer Arrest          Location of Incident: 400 blk Serramonte Boulevard Authored By: Sergeant...

LiveWire – January 2021

Posted on January 4, 2021

City Manager’s Update Brian Dossey, City Manager As we reflect back on 2020, I think it’s fair to say Good Riddance!  Looking forward to 2021 there appears to be some light at the end of the tunnel. With a promise of the new Corona Virus Vaccine distribution, we hope the future begins to brighten in...

Letter to Community from Mayor Colvin 12.21.20

Posted on December 21, 2020

December 21, 2020   Colma Community, As you are aware, COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations surge and ICU capacity continues to decline. Therefore, San Mateo and 10 other Bay Area counties are now under a mandatory 'Regional Stay at Home Order' for the next three weeks. I know this is going to be difficult due to the...

Colma PD Press Release – C20-1212-01

Posted on December 18, 2020

MEDIA INFORMATION – PRESS RELEASE Today’s Date: 12/17/2020                                               Case Number: C20-1212-01 Type of Incident: Identity Theft Arrest                     Location of Incident: 600 blk Serramonte Blvd, Colma Authored By: Detective A. McKenna #C39   ...

Firearm Safe Storage Ordinance

Posted on December 11, 2020

At the December 9th City Council Meeting, the Council adopted a Firearm Safe Storage Ordinance, requiring all owners of firearms within the Town of Colma to safely store their firearm per the new ordinance. According to a 2008 report published in the New England Journal of Medicine, living in a home where guns are kept...

LiveWire – December 2020

Posted on December 1, 2020

City Manager’s Update Brian Dossey, City Manager Happy Holidays!  I know this has been a difficult year and will be especially difficult during the Holiday Season.  I ask that you please be careful when observing the Holidays by avoiding large family gatherings, and celebrating with just your immediate loved ones this year.  Hopefully 2021 will...

Letter to Community from Mayor 11.17.20

Posted on November 17, 2020

November 17, 2020 Colma Community, I would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and safe Holiday Season. I know it will be difficult to celebrate with family and friends this year, but it is important to remember that we need to remain vigilant in stopping the spread of COVID-19. With the Holidays right around...

John Munsey selected as Colma’s Chief of Police

Posted on November 13, 2020

The Town of Colma is pleased to announce the hiring of John Munsey as the new Chief of Police for the Town of Colma. John was selected after a very competitive recruitment process, which included three panel interviews with representatives from our resident community, business community and Town department heads, as well as an extensive...

LiveWire – November 2020

Posted on November 2, 2020

City Manager’s Update Brian Dossey, City Manager With the Holidays right around the corner, it’s important to beat the crowds and get your shopping done early.  As you know Colma has some great opportunities for gifts for families, friends and loved ones.  Please remember to be safe and wear your mask when visiting Auto Row,...

A Night of Community Recognition

Posted on October 15, 2020

At the Wednesday, October 14, 2020 City Council Meeting, the Council was able to recognize several significant events. Mayor Goodwin presented a proclamation in recognition of Italian Heritage and Culture Month. On Tuesday, October 13, 2020, the Town raised the Italian Flag at the Colma Community Center.  Mayor Goodwin and Council Member Fisicaro were present,...

LiveWire – October 2020

Posted on October 1, 2020

City Manager’s Update Brian Dossey, City Manager I’d like to start my article this month by thanking the Colma community for managing through the Covid-19 pandemic, wearing your mask and continuing to practice social distancing. Our hard work is beginning to pay off.  Just last week, San Mateo County was able to move from the Governor’s...

El Camino Real Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan

Posted on October 1, 2020

The Town of Colma is preparing a Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Plan for El Camino Real. The plan includes concepts to improve comfort, safety, access, and convenience for people who walk or bike along El Camino Real and increase access to public transportation. Town staff have been working with consultants and a Technical Advisory Committee...