Dear District 4 Neighbors,

December is a time to gather with loved ones, celebrate our accomplishments, and look forward to the opportunities ahead. From twinkling lights along our streets to the warmth of community events, this season reminds us of the strength and unity that make District 4 such a special place to call home.

This month, we celebrate not only the joy of the holidays but also the milestones within our community. I am proud to reflect on my first year serving on the SMC Board of Supervisors. It has been a year of listening, learning, and working together to ensure District 4 continues to thrive.

Whether you joined a local event, volunteered your time, or shared a smile with a neighbor, you’ve helped build a spirit of connection that carries us forward.

We know that ongoing uncertainty at the federal level can sometimes feel unsettling. Yet here in District 4, we remain steadfast in our commitment to one another. By working together, neighbors, families, and local leaders, we can build a brighter tomorrow rooted in resilience, equity, and hope.

From festive traditions to new opportunities, District 4 continues to thrive because of you. As we step into the new year, let’s carry this momentum with us, celebrating our diversity, supporting one another, and working together to make District 4 even stronger.



From all of us in District 4, we wish you and your loved ones a Happy Holiday Season filled with peace, laughter, and joy. Here’s to a bright and hopeful 2026!

Happy Holidays,

Lisa Gauthier

San Mateo County Supervisor, District 4

COMMUNITY IN ACTION: CELEBRATING THE SPIRIT OF GIVING

Giving back has always been at the heart of who we are as a community. And at this time of the year, it is so important that as neighbors, we are able to help families in need. 

I’m often reminded that life can be unpredictable, and when challenges arise, too many families are finding it increasingly difficult to access the assistance they need. Seniors in our community are being forced into impossible choices, between buying medicine or putting food on the table. No one should ever have to make that decision.

Thank you to all the volunteers across District 4 who have shown up for your neighbors this holiday season. Thank you for leading with compassion, a smile on your face, and working towards a more just future. When neighbors give back, we create something far greater than any one of us could build alone. 

COMMUNITY VOICES AND LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS DRIVING CHANGE

This holiday season, my team and I had the joy of visiting communities across the district to share in some holiday cheer. We stopped by Belle Haven’s holiday celebration, East Palo Alto’s Winterfest, the Silver Bells Gala, and spent time with residents in Redwood Shores and Redwood City. I ended my day at the Deputy Sheriff's Association Holiday Party. Each gathering was a reminder of the warmth, generosity, and sense of connection that make our district so special.

I’d also like to thank the East Palo Alto Community Archive for highlighting the sports teams that have shaped our community, and Senator Josh Becker, StreetCode Academy, and AT&T for giving back by providing laptops to residents and expanding access to opportunity.

We wrapped up our Measure K listening sessions in North Fair Oaks and East Palo Alto and heard directly from community members. I’m looking forward to launching District 4’s Measure K application process on my website in the new year. 

DISTRICT 4 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

GOODBYES & NEW BEGINNINGS

It’s bittersweet to share that Iliana Rodriguez is stepping down from her role as Assistant County Executive and stepping into retirement. Iliana has been a true champion for women’s advancement and a mentor whose guidance has touched so many lives. Her 38 years of public service have been invaluable to San Mateo County, from her leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic to her work on homelessness and housing. We will miss her deeply, and we wish her plenty of joy and travel in her well-earned retirement.

EMPOWERING LEADERSHIP, STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY HEALTH 

I had the honor of speaking at the 35th Annual Women in County Government Recognition and Charity Luncheon. It was inspiring to see so many remarkable women uplifting one another and celebrating their impact. Having Supervisor Speier there, one of the founding members, made the moment feel full-circle.

I’m committed to creating pathways for women to grow in their careers, because we all stand on the shoulders of those who came before us. I am grateful to former Supervisor Rose Jacobs Gibson for her leadership, mentorship, and example.

San Mateo County proudly celebrated the grand opening of the newly rebuilt San Mateo Medical Center. The modern, state-of-the-art campus replaces aging buildings with safer, seismically compliant facilities and expands care areas with updated equipment and welcoming spaces for patients and families. The new Medical Center represents resilience, progress, and a renewed promise to care for every resident with dignity and compassion.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

As we gear up for a new year of events and community building, please find upcoming events our office is participating in:

• January 19 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Train Event

Save the date and hosted by District 2 and District 4 in San Mateo.

• January 21 – Arts Listening Session in Redwood City, 6-7PM

Hosted by the Office of Arts and Culture and District at the Economic and Employment Center.

• January 27 – Stanford and District 4’s Blood Drive at County Center

Save the date and help support our local blood drive.  

COMMUNITY FLYERS

If you want to get more insight into what my staff and I are working on, please connect with us on social media. It’s also a great way to interact with our office and to get notifications for upcoming events. Click the icons and like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram. 

Supervisor Lisa Gauthier

San Mateo County, District 4