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Join us for Town Wide Clean Up Day!

Posted on April 20, 2018

Join in the Community Fun and sign up for our Town Wide Clean Up Day. The Town Wide Clean Up Day is your opportunity to take pride in your Town by helping fellow residents and staff in cleaning up the streets of Colma. Participants and staff will walk various locations in Colma picking up trash...

Town Wide Garage Sale — 2018

Posted on April 17, 2018

It's not too late to sign up for the first Town Wide Garage Sale, which will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2018 from 9am - 5pm in the residential areas of Colma. Please contact the Recreation Services Department by April 25, 2018 at the Colma Community Center (650) 985-5678 if you're interested in having a garage sale....

Seeking Vendors for the Colma Community Fair 2018!

Posted on April 13, 2018

The Colma Community Fair is BACK by popular demand! We are preparing for this exciting event and are looking for talented craft vendors! Applications are being accepted on a first come first served basis! Apply today, as spaces are free and will fill up quickly! You may apply online or contact Liz Tapia at liz.tapia@colma.ca.gov for a...

April LiveWire

Posted on April 2, 2018

CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE Brian Dossey, City Manager Protecting our precious natural resources and fragile environment is vital to our sustainability. It is also the law in California. The state mandates greenhouse gas reductions and landfill diversion rates which include recycling and composting. The Town of Colma is well on its way to reaching the conservation...

Crime Bulletin — February 2018

Posted on April 2, 2018

Crimes Investigated Vehicle Burglary During the month of February, there were two (2) reports of vehicles being burglarized. Stolen Vehicle During the month of February, there were no reports of vehicles being stolen. Alcohol/Drugs During the month of February, patrol officers made a total of fourteen (14) arrests for drug and alcohol related charges, which...

Colma Summer Concert Series 2018 Lineup

Posted on March 27, 2018

The Colma Summer Concert Series will be back this summer with an amazing lineup! Be sure to mark your calendars and join us the first three Thursdays is August to enjoy these performances: August 2: Neon Velvet (New and classic Dance Hits) August 9: Native Elements (Reggae/Island Soul) August 16: Caravanserai (Santana Tribute Band) Concerts...

Summer Volunteer Opportunity for Teens

Posted on March 2, 2018

Leaders in Training (Ages 13—17 years of age) Become a Leader in Training (LIT) and learn valuable skills while assisting Recreation staff in our summer day camp. Colma teens who are interested in volunteering for the sumer day camp should contact Liz Tapia at 650-985-5691 or liz.tapia@colma.ca.gov for a volunteer application. Applications are due by May 1, 2018. LIT's...

Crime Bulletin — January 2018

Posted on March 1, 2018

Crimes Investigated Vehicle Burglary During the month of January, there was one (1) report of a vehicle burglary. As always, please ensure that you lock your vehicle doors and hide your valuables from sight, so you don’t encourage a would-be thief to break into your vehicle. Stolen Vehicle During the month of January one (1)...

March LiveWire

Posted on March 1, 2018

CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE Brian Dossey, City Manager The City Council adopted the 2017-2019 Strategic Plan in October 2016, directing staff on the goals and priority programs for the next two years. At the February 14th City Council meeting, staff presented the annual Strategic Plan update. Staff updated the Council on the five Priority Program Areas;...

ColmaWorks — March 2018

Posted on February 28, 2018

Find out what is the latest happening for Colma businesses. March 2018 Business Newsletter

Status Update: 2017-2019 Strategic Plan

Posted on February 16, 2018

The City Council adopted the 2017-2019 Strategic Plan in October 2016, directing staff on the goals and priority programs for the next two years. At the February 14th City Council meeting, staff presented the annual Strategic Plan update. Staff updated the Council on the five Priority Program Areas; Significant Mandates, Town Operations, Economic Development, Financial...

Get Us Moving — San Mateo County

Posted on February 8, 2018

In an effort to understand San Mateo County residents’ priorities about how best to reduce traffic congestion and improve transit and mobility options, the San Mateo County Transit District is partnering with the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors to launch Get Us Moving San Mateo County. Get Us Moving is a public engagement and...

Serramonte Boulevard and Collins Avenue Master Plan

Posted on February 7, 2018

Help improve the Serramonte Boulevard and Collins Avenue Area! The Town of Colma is in the process of preparing a Master Plan for the Serramonte Boulevard and Collins Avenue corridors. The plan will outline a vision for this key commercial district and provide guidance for strategic improvements to how the corridors look and feel, and...

February LiveWire

Posted on January 31, 2018

CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE Brian Dossey, City Manager Have you driven by the Town Hall Renovation Project in the past few weeks? The project continues to move forward and now actually looks like a building, thanks to the concrete slab being poured and the walls starting to go up. You can clearly see the building taking...

Crime Bulletin — December 2017

Posted on January 31, 2018

Crimes Investigated Vehicle Burglary During the month of December, there were two (2) reports of vehicles being burglarized, one within a shopping center parking lot and the other on the 2000 block of Hillside Boulevard. Stolen Vehicle During the month of December two (2) vehicles were reported stolen. Both vehicles were reported stolen from dealerships...

New Employment Opportunity – Administrative Services Director

Posted on January 4, 2018

The Town of Colma is seeking candidates for the Administrative Services Director position who recognize the history and unique character of the Town and will work along side the newly appointed City Manager guiding the policymakers in maintaining the quality of life that residents value and cherish. The ideal candidate is an experienced, well-rounded municipal professional with...

January LiveWire

Posted on January 2, 2018

CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE Brian Dossey, City Manager “It’s Great to be Alive in Colma.” As you can imagine, after serving the Town of Colma for 14 years, primarily as your Recreation Services Director, I am extremely honored to serve as the Town’s new City Manager. Over the past few years, I have been working closely...

Crime Bulletin — November 2017

Posted on January 2, 2018

Crimes Investigated Vehicle Burglary During the month of November, there were five (5) reports of vehicles burglarized. Stolen Vehicle During the month of November, there were no vehicles reported stolen from Colma. Alcohol/Drugs During the month of November, patrol officers made a total of twenty-four (24) arrests for drug and alcohol related charges, which included...

Snap the Tide, See the Future Photo Contest

Posted on December 20, 2017

Start the New Year as a citizen scientist and photograph the flooding impacts in our communities. The king tides will be as high as 9 FT in some locations on January 1 & 2. King tides are higher than normal high tides that occur naturally when the sun and moon align, causing an increased gravitational...

The Spring Recreation Guide is NOW Available

Posted on December 12, 2017

The December - April 2018 Recreation Guide is now available and registration has started. We have a great lineup of activities and programs over the next few months so don't delay, and sign up today! You may also register for programs by viewing our new interactive Recreation Guide. Don't miss out on our Spring Events...