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VIDEO and APPLICATION. Application from the City of Half Moon Bay Enews on June 11th, 2026.
Video from the Half Moon Bay City Council regular meeting on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 at 7:00pm, as a hybrid meeting, with remote comment. Agenda. Staff Report for Item #3B: “Honoring Youth Parks and Recreation Commissioners: Frankie DeRosa, Youth Recreation Commissioner and Aiden Des Tombe, Youth Recreation Commissioner (absent).
The City of Half Moon Bay is now accepting applications for two Youth seats on the Parks and Recreation Commission.
This is a great opportunity for local youth to get involved in city government, represent the interests of their peers, and help shape the future of parks, recreation programs, and community spaces in Half Moon Bay.
Interested applicants must submit a Willing to Serve Form by August 10, 2026. Youth Commissioners serve a one-year term and are appointed by the City Council.
For eligibility requirements, application materials, and additional information, visit the City’s website or contact the City Clerk’s Office at (650) 726-8270.
About the Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is a seven-member advisory body that provides recommendations to City staff and the City Council on matters related to parks, recreation, and community services. Commissioners play an important role in helping guide decisions that benefit the community.
The Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m., with a few exceptions throughout the year.
Help make a difference in your community and ensure youth voices are represented in decisions that impact Half Moon Bay’s parks and recreation programs.
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Half Moon Bay City Council Meetings ~ 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 7:00pm
The City Council of Half Moon Bay is the City’s governing body, and consists of five elected members. The Council sets priorities and policies, makes final decisions on all major City matters, adopts ordinances and resolutions, appoints the City Manager and City Attorney, and approves the annual budget.
The Half Moon Bay City Council typically meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month starting at 7:00pm at the Ted Adcock Community Center, 535 Kelly Avenue.
HMB City Council Agendas and Zoom Links
Regular meeting agendas are posted 72 hours in advance.
Special meeting agendas are posted 24 hours in advance.
– Streamed live on Comcast Channel 27 and Pacific Coast TV website
– Facebook Live in English: City of Half Moon Bay FB Page
– Facebook Live in Spanish: City of Half Moon Bay Recreation FB Page
Comments in accordance with the three-minute per speaker limit. The City Clerk will read all comments into the record. Please visit our “Commenting at a City Council Meeting” information page.
– Email the City Clerk, Jessica Blair, at jblair@hmbcity.com prior to or during the meeting
– Facebook live during the meeting
– Phone during the meeting: (650) 477-4963 (English) and (650) 445-3090 (Spanish)
Archived HMB City Council meeting videos on PCTv
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You can also learn about City Council Procedures and Decorum.
The City Council develops Strategic Elements to help focus the City’s actions and work plans on its key priorities.
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2026 City Council Contact
Phone: (650) 726-8250 (leave message with Clerk’s office)
Mayor Debbie Ruddock, District 4; Term ends 2026
DRuddock@hmbcity.com
Vice Mayor Deborah Penrose, District 5, Term ends 2026
DPenrose@hmbcity.com
Councilmember Patric Bo Jonsson, District 2, Term Ends 2028
PJonsson@hmbcity.com
Councilmember Paul Nagengast, District 3; Term Ends 2028
PNagengast@hmbcity.com
Councilmember Robert Brownstone, District 1; Term ends 2026
RBrownstone@hmbcity.com
The City of Half Moon Bay holds district-based elections for its five city council seats. Each Councilmember is elected to a 4 year term. There are no term limits in Half Moon Bay. The City Council selects one of its members to serve as Mayor and one to serve as Vice Mayor, on an annual basis.
- November 2024 Election – Districts 2 and 3 will elect a representative to a four-year term.
- November 2026 Election – Districts 1, 4, and 5 will elect a representative to a four-year term.
Click here to figure out which district you are in. Type your address into the interactive map and it will show you which district you are in.
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