Summary
Councilmember Flores highlighted state data showing his district's census tracts rank worst in San Mateo County for pollution burden, with the highest asthma hospitalization rates. The council agreed to make air quality the top new priority in the 2026 action plan and to pursue an AB 617 disadvantaged community designation.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown — staff will scope the air quality work plan and report back.
Residents of Old Town and east of 101, especially families dealing with asthma and allergies.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (3)
South San Francisco Air Quality Index (AQI) and USA Air Pollution
South San Francisco Air Quality Index (AQI) and USA Air Pollution IQAir
South San Francisco to probe air quality: East Side at top of priority list | Local News
South San Francisco to probe air quality: East Side at top of priority list | Local News San Mateo Daily Journal
City Council — April 8, 2026
Councilmember Flores highlighted state data showing his district's census tracts rank worst in San Mateo County for pollution burden, with the highest asthma hospitalization rates. The council agreed to make air quality the top new priority in the 2026 action plan and to pursue an AB 617 disadvantaged community designation.
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