Past Events

Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions women have made to our history, culture and society. Each year, the California State Legislature provides members the opportunity to recognize a Woman of the Year for their district. San Mateo County is fortunate to have many women who have made outstanding contributions to their local communities, the county and, in many cases, the region.

Join me for Conversations With Kevin as I welcome a panel comprised of the women I have had the honor to recognize as the AD 22 Woman of the Year throughout my legislative tenure, including my 2022 recipient Kitty Lopez, the Executive Director of First 5 Mateo County. During this virtual event, we will be discussing what motivates and empowers these women to make a difference, barriers and challenges they have encountered and overcome, and how others can become more involved and make a difference.

Tune in for our discussion on my website or via Facebook Live, and submit a question here.

The evening’s panel will be comprised of the following AD22 Woman of the Year honorees.

Kitty Lopez | 2022
Executive Director of First 5 San Mateo County

Do you need Cash for College? It’s not too late to meet the March 2 financial aid deadline. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), California Dream Act Application (CADAA) or the California Chafee Grant Application for Foster Youth now! Join me and the California Student Aid Commission for a Cash for College Webinar. Learn about the FAFSA, CADAA, Cal Grant and Chafee application and get your questions answered via the Cash for College hotline!   

RSVP for this FREE webinar by February 16!*

*You must RSVP by February 16 as we must receive a minimum of twenty RSVPs for the event to take place.

Please have the following documents available during the webinar: 

Access to quality child care has been a persistent challenge in San Mateo County, a challenge made even more evident when COVID protocols and stay at home orders shut down facilities and parents were left scrambling to find alternatives. Lack of child care has an economic impact on families and a child’s early learning skills during an extremely critical time in their development.

I have taken child care issues seriously throughout my career, from my days working for the Child Care Coordinating Council (4C’s) to my position as a member of the State Assembly and a father.

Join me for Conversations with Kevin as I welcome a panel of child care experts to discuss the challenges San Mateo County is facing and the collaboration that is making a difference.

Joining me will be:

• Kitty Lopez, Co-Chair Build Up San Mateo County (Executive Director, First 5 San Mateo County)
• Christopher Maricle, Executive Director, Head Start California
• Sarah Kinahan, Coordinator, Child Care Partnership Council
• Michelle Blakely, Deputy Director, First 5 San Mateo County
• David Fleishman, Executive Director, 4C’s Child Care Coordinating Council of San Mateo County

Food insecurity in San Mateo County is growing. What was already a significant problem has only increased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Organizations like Samaritan House, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and the San Mateo County Human Services Agency have done great work, but as the holiday season approaches, their resources will be stretched even more. If you are in need of assistance or would like to help, join me on Wednesday, November 10th at 6:00 p.m. for Conversations With Kevin to learn more.

 

Or Facebook Live

Joining me for this edition of Conversations With Kevin will be:

• Bart Charlow - CEO, Samaritan House
• Tracy Weatherby - Vice-President, Strategies & Advocacy, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
• Deanna Abrahamian - Director of Economic Self-Sufficiency, San Mateo County Human Services Agency

I hope you tune in for the discussion on my website or via Facebook Live.

The California State Legislature is in recess until January 3, 2022 when we will reconvene for the completion of 2021-22 legislative session.  The 2021 portion of this session was very productive given our ability to make significant investments in California and its residents, including $7.6 billion for individuals and small businesses, and $6.6 billion to safely reopen schools.  

Join me for Conversations With Kevin as I welcome my Assembly colleague, Marc Berman (AD 24) who is Chair of the Assembly Elections Committee. We will discuss this year’s legislative accomplishments and look ahead to 2022 and outline some of our legislative priorities.

You can even submit questions here in advance.

Facebook Link
Conversations with Kevin

The 4.2 million acres burned across California in 2020 are the most in a single year since CalFire began keeping records, and more than the last three years combined. While it’s only May, we have already had red flag warnings and numerous grass fires in San Mateo County and the Bay Area. Are you prepared? Join me for a Virtual Wildfire Preparedness Event and hear from experts on how to prepare yourself and your family!

Wednesday, May 26, 2021
5:00 p.m.

Streamed here or Facebook Live
You can submit questions here in advance.

Joining me for this edition of Conversations With Kevin will be:

• Chief Jonathan Cox – Deputy Chief, CAL FIRE - San Mateo Division
• Dena Gunning, Community Risk and Resiliency Specialist with Central County Fire
• Dan Belville, Director - San Mateo County Office of Emergency Services

I hope you tune in for the discussion on my website or via Facebook Live.

Whether it’s our stewardship of San Francisco Bay, sea level rise, air quality or creating a more sustainable county, all of our San Mateo communities are impacted by the effects of climate change. As Earth Month draws to a close, join Assemblymember Kevin Mullin for a Conversation with Kevin when he talks with key individuals in the Bay Area who are working and collaborating to address the challenges of climate change.

Wednesday, April 28, 2021
6:00 p.m.

Streamed here or Facebook Live

I hope you tune in for the discussion on my website or via Facebook Live. You can even submit questions here in advance. 

My guests will be:

• Warner Chabot, Executive Director – San Francisco Estuary Institute
• Len Materman – CEO San Mateo County Flood and Sea Level Rise Resiliency District
• Davina Hurt – Belmont City Council and Member of CA Air Resources Board (CARB) and Bay Area Air Quality Management District
• Hilary Papendick, Climate Change/Adaptation Program Manager, San Mateo County Office of Sustainability

The annual deadline for the legislature to pass a balanced budget is June 15^th. This year’s process has gotten off to an earlier start than usual as a result of COVID-19. Join me for another Conversation with Kevin when my guest will be my colleague Assemblymember Phil Ting (AD 19) who is Chair of the Assembly Budget Committee as we discuss this year’s process and the challenges we are facing. We’ll also discuss the negotiations and hours of detailed preparation between the Assembly, the Senate and the Governor’s office.

Wednesday, March 24, 2021
6:00 p.m.

Streamed here or Facebook Live

I hope you tune in for the discussion on my website or via Facebook Live. You can even submit questions here in advance. 

Whether it’s Grand Avenue, B Street, Broadway, Laurel, Palmetto Avenue or Main Street, preserving and protecting local San Mateo County businesses matters. Our communities are built on the foundation of small, local businesses and they are the fabric that weaves us together. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses and while programs have been established to provide financial assistance, there is more to be done. Join Assemblymember Kevin Mullin for a Conversation with Kevin when he talks with some of the people who are in the trenches and are providing support for reopening and engagement along with tips for training and connections for displaced workers.

Wednesday, February 17, 2021
6:00 p.m.

Facebook Live
Facebook account is not needed

Topics and Panelists:

Recovery, Re-Opening and Partnerships
Rosanne Foust, CEO, SAMCEDA 

A View From the Trenches
Amy Buckmaster, President & CEO Chamber San Mateo County
Liza Normandy, CEO, South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce

Small Business Support & Engagement
Sharon Miller, CEO, Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center

Assisting Displaced Workers (Training and Connections)
Kris Stadelman, Executive Director, NOVAworks

How Can We Help? What Do You Need?

The California State Legislature has convened for the 2021-22 legislative session and for the first time in eight years I have a new Senate colleague, Josh Becker representing the 13^th Senate District. Since an in person Open House isn’t an option right now, I’d like to invite you to join me virtually for a “Full Circle” conversation with Senator Becker as I launch “Conversations with Kevin”.

Wednesday, January 27, 2021
5:30 - 6:30

Streamed via Facebook Live and YouTube

I will be talking with Josh about his background, what led him to run for the State Senate and what goals he has for his first term. An RSVP is not necessary and the event can be viewed on Facebook without an account. I hope you’ll join us.