City of Foster City
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
The City of Foster City operates as a full-service municipal government on the San Francisco Peninsula in California, delivering parks and recreation, police and fire protection, and water and sewer services. It also maintains roadways and flood defenses via lagoons and levees to support daily life and flood protection. Located at the intersection of US-101 and SR-92, the city is home to over 30,000 residents and hosts a diverse commercial base spanning biotech, financial services, software development and research, clean energy, and various retail and personal services. As an employer, Foster City maintains a workforce of full-time and part-time staff, reflecting its status as a mid-sized local government. The city emphasizes sustainable development across economic, environmental, and social dimensions to sustain growth while protecting natural resources and quality of life. A recent development includes the promotion of Sofia Mangalam to Deputy City Manager in May 2026.