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Daly City Mayor Glenn Sylvester says city is "strong," outlines festivals, infrastructure and expanded youth services
Summary
Mayor Glenn Sylvester told residents Daly City is "strong," highlighting cultural festivals that drew more than 20,000 attendees, an expansion of youth programs from 19 to 47 camps, infrastructure projects including the Vista Grand drainage basin and a $6.5 million seawall repair, and new public-safety tools and services.
Mayor Glenn Sylvester delivered Daly City’s 2026 State of the City address, saying "the state of Daly City is strong" and laying out priorities that include community-building events, infrastructure investments and expanded services for youth and seniors.
Sylvester opened by recognizing city leaders and partners and said the city leaned into its cultural identity in 2025 with expanded flag raisings and celebrations, noting in particular the Top of the Hill Festival, which he said attracted more than 20,000 attendees and helped drive economic activity for local businesses. "These celebrations matter," Sylvester said. "They tell every resident you belong here."
On youth services, Sylvester said Daly City’s after‑school program served more than 800 children across seven school sites in 2025 with roughly $1.3 million in grant funding. He announced the city will more than double its summer camp offerings, from 19 camps to 47 in 2026, aiming to increase access to recreational and educational programs.
The mayor outlined several infrastructure initiatives. He described the Vista Grand Drainage Basin Improvement Project as the city’s largest public‑works project, with construction slated to begin in 2026 and work spanning stormwater, drinking-water and wastewater upgrades. Sylvester also said crews installed more than 1,600 feet of pipeline in 2025 to improve fire flows and that the Muscle Rock emergency seawall and revetment project—budgeted at $6.5 million—is now substantially complete.
Sylvester highlighted utility relief and digital service upgrades: the utility rate assistance program helped 212 households with water, sewer and solid‑waste bills, and the city has rolled out new online permitting tools, zoning maps and how‑to resources aimed at shortening wait times and improving transparency.
On public safety, Sylvester detailed technology and staffing changes at the Police Department, including a Real Time Intelligence Center that uses drones and camera partnerships to improve response and investigations. He announced a new police chaplain position and plans for a crisis‑response K‑9 program to support sensitive incidents. For fire services he cited North County Fire Authority’s average response time of 5 minutes, 27 seconds—under the six‑minute goal—and cited ongoing disaster simulations and public training.
Economic and recreational developments include discussions about a property‑based business improvement district on Mission Street, a Marchbank Park public‑private athletic field backed by Sacred Heart Cathedral, a new dog park at Geller Park, and progress on a Magical Bridge playground designed for all ages and abilities. Sylvester also announced Daly City’s first gaming and collectibles convention, called FoggyCon.
The mayor closed by restating city priorities for 2026—supporting small businesses, expanding youth and senior programming, delivering major infrastructure projects, innovating in public safety and celebrating Daly City’s diversity—and invited attendees to a cake reception marking the city’s 115th anniversary. "Our future is bright," Sylvester said.
What’s next: Sylvester previewed groundbreakings and expanded digital services in 2026 and emphasized continued coordination with regional partners; no formal votes or new ordinances were announced during the address.
