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Staff proposes amendments to the Redwood City Zoning Code to improve clarity and align with the General Plan Housing Element.
The Board will consider an ordinance amending Section 8.106.150 of the Zoning Regulations to change procedural criteria for planned agricultural permits, and a resolution directing the County Executive to submit a Local Coastal Program amendment to the California Coastal Commission.
What's happening
Why it matters
Updates land‑use rules for agricultural districts and ensures coastal planning compliance.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person or via Zoom to hear the discussion.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board adopted a multi‑item recommendation: it approved an ordinance amending the procedural criteria for Planned Agricultural Permits and waived a full reading, and it adopted a resolution directing the County Executive to submit a corresponding amendment to the Local Coastal Program to the California Coastal Commission. This adoption is final.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Supervisors will adopt a resolution reinstating and amending the agreement with Belle Haven Action, keeping the grant amount at $15,000 and expanding the scope to support a Farmers’ Market pilot program.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides local families with direct access to fresh food through a new market program.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person or via Zoom to hear the vote.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution reinstating and amending the agreement with Belle Haven Action, keeping the $15,000 Measure K grant, changing the scope to a Farmers’ Market Pilot Program, adjusting the term, and authorizing the County Executive to execute the amendment. This adoption is final.
Decided May 5, 2026.
Supervisors will adopt a resolution to amend Paragraph 2.2 of the Peninsula Clean Energy Joint Powers Agreement, updating the name to WestLight Energy and authorizing the CEO to execute necessary documents.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures legal documents match the utility’s new branding, affecting energy service contracts and ratepayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom or in‑person attendance as above.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comment referencing this agenda item.
Decision update
The Board adopted a resolution approving an amendment to Paragraph 2.2 of the Peninsula Clean Energy Joint Powers Agreement to reflect the name change to WestLight Energy and authorizing the County CEO to execute the amendment. This adoption is final.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The Board will adopt a resolution to buy parcels at 1501‑1521 Bayshore Highway, 1533‑1545 Bayshore Highway, and 818‑826 Mahler Road in Burlingame for $13,000,000. The President will be authorized to sign the purchase agreement.
What's happening
Why it matters
Acquiring the land gives the county control over future development or public use, affecting nearby residents and taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom or in‑person attendance as above.
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Submit written comment referencing this agenda item.
Decision update
The Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution declaring its intent to purchase the property at 1501‑1521 Bayshore Highway, 1533‑1545 Bayshore Highway, and 818‑826 Mahler Road in Burlingame for $13,000,000, and authorizing the President to sign the purchase agreement and the County Executive to sign the Certificate of Acceptance once escrow conditions are met. This adoption is a final action on the resolution.
Decided May 5, 2026.
The council will adopt a resolution to levy annual assessments for the Downtown Business Improvement Area for fiscal year 2026‑27.
Council will consider a resolution to reinstate the Deputy City Manager position responsible for economic development and oversight of the Community Development Department.
Staff will give a presentation about local volunteer programs and part‑time positions available to teens in Los Altos. No formal action is taken on this item.
City Council will consider an ordinance to create an Entertainment Zone on the 2000 block of Broadway and the adjacent Redwood Creek area.
The city will approve a professional services agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services for a classification and compensation study, not to exceed $300,000.
The council will adopt a resolution amending the Peninsula Clean Energy Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement to reflect the agency’s new name, WestLight Energy.
The council will consider and adopt a resolution amending the master fee schedule for general administration, administrative services, community development, library and community services, police, public works, and municipal water.
What's happening
Why it matters
Adjusting fees helps the city recover costs of services, reducing reliance on general taxes and ensuring fair charges for users.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Amend city master fee schedule for multiple departments” passed (4–0–1).
Decided Apr 28, 2026.
The council will adopt an ordinance adding Chapter 5.80 to the municipal code, which sets rules for massage businesses. The ordinance waives the second reading.
The commission held a public hearing on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance and map to temporarily exclude certain downtown parcels within 0.25 mile of the Caltrain station from SB 79 requirements. The commission will recommend the changes to the City Council.
What's happening
Why it matters
Exempting these sites could limit the density and height of new housing near transit, affecting neighborhood character and housing supply.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the hearing in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing: Exempt downtown sites from SB 79” was outcome recorded (5–1).
Decided Apr 27, 2026.
Commission staff presented an update on Senate Bill 9 and related zoning and subdivision ordinance changes. The session gathered feedback on possible amendments to align city regulations with state law.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changes could affect how single‑family zones handle lot splits and two‑unit developments, impacting homeowners and new housing projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the study session in person or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Study session on SB 9 zoning and subdivision updates” was outcome recorded (6–0).
Decided Apr 27, 2026.
Commission staff presented potential amendments to the city’s rules for lot splits and two‑unit developments to align with SB 9 and SB 450.
The Board approved a one‑time Measure K grant of up to $35,000 to Community Initiatives, the fiscal sponsor for the Bay Area Community Health Advisory Council.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding will support youth leadership development and culturally responsive evaluation of community health programs.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Measure K Grant to Community Initiatives for Youth Leadership” was adopted.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
The Governing Board approved a $3,116,611 agreement with Ghilotti Construction for County Service Area 7 water system pipeline improvements, with authority for change orders up to $311,661.
What's happening
Why it matters
Improved water infrastructure enhances reliability and service for affected communities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Board meeting in person at 500 County Center or via Zoom (https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/97923927133).
Email: Send written comments to boardfeedback@smcgov.org by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting, referencing this agenda item.
Submit comment: Submit written comments via email as above.
Decision update
The item “Measure K Grant to Ghilotti Construction for Water System Pipeline Improvements” was approved.
Decided Apr 21, 2026.
The Commission will review the approved 2025‑26 work plan and the status of its active subcommittees, as outlined in Staff Report #26‑004‑FAC.
City Council will introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance that adds Chapter 5.80 (Massage Businesses) to the Municipal Code.
What's happening
Why it matters
The ordinance sets licensing and safety rules for massage businesses, affecting operators and customers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Ordinance adding Chapter 5.80 for Massage Businesses” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
The Board will vote to increase the contract maximum from $200,000 to $1,075,000.
The Board will approve a $7,500,000 increase to the contract, raising the total to $22,942,346.
The Board will increase the contract limit from $200,000 to $600,000.
What's happening
Why it matters
Additional funding secures expert testimony that can affect county legal outcomes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at 70 West Hedding Street or via Zoom link provided.
Email: BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org
Submit comment: Written comments may be submitted at the meeting or by email to BoardOperations@cob.sccgov.org.
Decision update
The item “Approve $400,000 amendment to Berkeley Research Group expert witness contract” was approved with amendments.
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
Commission reviewed a request to replace exterior materials, remove a roof tower, reconfigure storefronts, and add illuminated signs at 1215 El Camino Real.
