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The Board approved Amendment No. 2 to the contract with Sid Tool Co./MSC Industrial Supply, raising the not‑to‑exceed amount by $7,600,000 to a total of $17,100,000.
The Board adopted a resolution supporting Assembly Bill 1857, which voids restrictive covenants that block grocery stores or supermarkets on a property where one previously operated.
What's happening
Why it matters
Removing those covenants can help bring grocery stores to neighborhoods that lack easy access to fresh food.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Support for California Bill 1857 on Grocery Store Covenants” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution to transfer a Type-20 off‑sale liquor license to Hello Mart at 2135 Buchanan Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
Allows the new owners to sell beer and wine, affecting local access to alcohol and generating tax revenue.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit comments remotely according to the Board’s public‑comment instructions.
Decision update
The item “Adopt liquor license transfer for Hello Mart” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board adopted a resolution to transfer a Type-21 off‑sale liquor license to College Market at 995 Ellis Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
Allows the new owners to sell beer, wine, and spirits, affecting local access to alcohol and generating tax revenue.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board of Supervisors meeting at City Hall, Room 250.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit comments remotely according to the Board’s public‑comment instructions.
Decision update
The item “Adopt liquor license transfer for College Market” was adopted.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The Board passed an ordinance that doubles the allowed hotel guest rooms from five to ten in several residential districts.
What's happening
Why it matters
Allows more small hotels, potentially boosting tourism and revenue, but may affect neighborhood density and character.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Increase hotel guest rooms in residential districts” passed.
Decided Jul 28, 2026.
The commission will consider and adopt a resolution to approve exterior improvements, including a walk‑up ATM, new cladding, lighting, and concrete access at 1540 El Camino Real.
What's happening
Why it matters
The changes will affect the building’s appearance and provide banking services, impacting pedestrians and nearby businesses.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242).
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comments up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, referencing the agenda item number.
Decision update
The Planning Commission voted 6‑1, with one opposition, to adopt a resolution approving the architectural control permit revision for 1540 El Camino Real, granting final approval for the exterior improvements described.
Decided Jul 27, 2026.
The commission will adopt a resolution approving the design review, vesting tentative parcel map, and tree removal permits for the mixed‑use project at 2120‑2160 Euclid Avenue.
Council will consider an agreement for on‑call services with VSCE, Inc. for up to $250,000 over three years, with possible extensions.
The Board approved the Mayoral nomination of Mike Chen to the Planning Commission, term ending June 30, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The Planning Commission influences land‑use policies that affect housing availability, commercial development, and community design.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee amended the item and passed a motion approving the mayor’s nomination of Mike Chen to the Planning Commission, term ending June 30, 2030.
Decided Jul 27, 2026.
The Board approved the President’s nomination of Joel Koppel to the Planning Commission, term ending July 1, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The Planning Commission guides land‑use decisions that affect housing, development, and neighborhood character for all city residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee amended the item and passed a motion approving the President of the Board of Supervisors Rafael Mandelman’s nomination of Joel Koppel to the Planning Commission, term ending July 1, 2030.
Decided Jul 27, 2026.
The Board approved the President’s nomination of Elizabeth Macdonald to the Planning Commission, term ending July 1, 2030.
What's happening
Why it matters
The Planning Commission’s decisions shape city growth, housing options, and neighborhood planning for residents and businesses.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee amended the item and passed a motion approving the President of the Board of Supervisors Rafael Mandelman’s nomination of Elizabeth Macdonald to the Planning Commission, term ending July 1, 2030.
Decided Jul 27, 2026.
The committee prepared and passed a resolution transferring a Type-20 off‑sale beer and wine license to HJMW Enterprise LLC, doing business as Hello Mart, at 2135 Buchanan Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The license lets Hello Mart sell beer and wine, affecting shoppers and the surrounding neighborhood’s alcohol environment.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Email: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Submit comment: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution to transfer a Type‑20 off‑sale beer and wine liquor license to HJMW Enterprise LLC, doing business as Hello Mart, at 2135 Buchanan Street. This is a committee action and not final approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
The committee prepared and passed a resolution transferring a Type-21 off‑sale liquor license to Ms Singh Liquor Inc., doing business as College Market, at 995 Ellis Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The transfer allows the neighborhood market to sell beer, wine, and spirits, influencing local shoppers and community safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Email: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Submit comment: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution to transfer a Type‑21 off‑sale general beer, wine, and distilled spirits liquor license to Ms Singh Liquor Inc., doing business as College Market, at 995 Ellis Street. This is a committee action and not final approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
The committee prepared and passed a resolution transferring a Type-48 on‑sale liquor license to OUTTA SIGHT PRODUCTIONS LLC, doing business as Reggie and Maude’s, at 456‑460 Larkin Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The license allows the restaurant to sell beer, wine, and distilled spirits, affecting patrons, nearby residents, and city oversight of alcohol sales.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Email: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Submit comment: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution to transfer a Type‑48 on‑sale general public premises liquor license to OUTTA SIGHT PRODUCTIONS LLC, doing business as Reggie and Maude’s, at 456‑460 Larkin Street. This is a committee action and not final approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
The committee prepared and passed a resolution issuing a Type-64 on‑sale theater liquor license to Uptown Tenderloin Inc., doing business as Tenderloin Museum, at 835 Larkin Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The license enables the museum’s theater to serve alcohol, impacting visitors, surrounding neighborhoods, and public safety oversight.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Email: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Submit comment: No indicado en el documento fuente.
Decision update
The committee passed a resolution to issue a Type‑64 on‑sale general theater liquor license to Uptown Tenderloin Inc., doing business as Tenderloin Museum, at 835 Larkin Street. This is a committee action and not final approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Decided Jul 23, 2026.
The committee received a report on recent activities of the Department of Planning and Development, the Planning Commission, and the Board of Supervisors.
The committee will decide whether to forward a favorable or unfavorable recommendation to the Planning Commission on several zoning ordinance amendments.
The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a proposed project at 2479 Leghorn Street.
What's happening
Why it matters
The outcome could change how the property is used, affecting nearby residents and the neighborhood.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the virtual hearing at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/85261011237 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 852 6101 1237.
Email: mep@mountainview.gov (for interpretation requests)
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved the 2479 Leghorn Street project during the July 22, 2026 administrative zoning hearing.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The Zoning Administrator is being asked to approve a Conditional Use Permit to convert a single‑family home into a contractor’s office.
The Zoning Administrator is recommended to approve a Conditional Use Permit to convert the existing single‑family home into a contractor’s office.
Board will approve a service agreement with Andrew S. Espino DBA Milagro Holdings, LLC for family‑oriented art gallery performances.
What's happening
Why it matters
Brings cultural programming to the fairgrounds, benefiting families and community.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve art gallery performances contract” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
Board will approve a service agreement with Rolamix, Inc. for stages, audio‑visual and lighting systems.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides equipment for fairgrounds events, enhancing visitor experience.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting at 2:00 PM on July 22, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve stages and lighting systems contract” was approved (Ayes: Bosworth, Cohen, Mahoney, Ucovich; Noes: None).
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
The City approves a second amendment to the contract with Resource Design Interiors for system furniture.
What's happening
Why it matters
It secures additional funding for office furnishings needed across city departments.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Budget and Finance Committee meeting at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250, on July 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Email: brent.jalipa@sfgov.org
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of the third amendment to the contract with Resource Design Interiors, increasing the not‑to‑exceed amount to $17,750,000, extending the term to December 31 2029, and authorizing limited non‑material changes. This recommendation is not a final Board approval.
Decided Jul 22, 2026.
