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New buildings, local businesses, economic development, permits, and major projects.
The city manager is asked to execute a second amendment to the agreement with The Pun Group LLP, raising the not‑to‑exceed amount to $305,276.
The city manager is asked to set up a citywide blanket purchase order with Amazon Business for up to $145,000 per fiscal year through Jan. 18, 2028.
The commission is asked to hold a study session to consider revisions that would increase housing units from 800 to 1,082 and modify office, retail, and design standards.
The commission will receive a resubmitted set of design plans for 345 Middlefield Road dated June 5 2026.
The commission will consider a resolution to approve a use permit for a private fitness studio in a 6,134‑sq‑ft space at 550 Ravenswood Ave.
The commission will hold a study session to discuss a master‑plan redevelopment of the former USGS campus at 345 Middlefield Road.
The commission will review the reimagined project plans for 345 Middlefield Road.
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 City Council is asked to support the urban canopy and adopt a new Urban Forestry Management Plan in the budget.
The commission will consider a grant from BayREN to fund electrification at the Belle Haven Child Development Center. The staff recommends moving forward with the funding agreement.
The City Council will consider adopting a resolution that authorizes the city manager to execute the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement with San Mateo County for the Community Development Block Grant program.
The council will approve a construction contract with SCC Electric, Inc. to electrify the Belle Haven Child Development Center and appropriate funds from the General Capital fund.
The commission is asked to adopt a resolution that determines Presidio Bay Ventures demonstrated good‑faith compliance with the Development Agreement for the period April 2025 to March 2026 for the Springline project at 1300 El Camino Real.
What's happening
Why it matters
Confirming compliance ensures the developer meets agreed‑upon obligations, affecting project progress and city oversight.
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 “Adopt resolution confirming Presidio Bay Ventures compliance for Springline project” passed (6–0).
Decided Jul 13, 2026.
The agenda includes a location map for the Pierce Road project.
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution stating Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement for April 2025‑March 2026.
Specifies property insurance covering all risks, including earthquake and flood, for 100% of the replacement value.
Owner must obtain and maintain the listed insurance policies throughout the affordability period.
Planning Commission approves 12 waivers from development standards for a multifamily housing project.
Principal Planner Sandmeier reported that the City Council will consider Specific Plan updates.
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution confirming Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement.
The council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to amend the El Camino Real/Downtown Specific Plan.
The resolution would modify land uses in the Main Street Overlay, allowing uses such as animal clinics, banks, and business services under new conditions.
City Council is asked to adopt a resolution amending the El Camino Real/Downtown Specific Plan to change land‑use rules in the Main Street Overlay, including allowing animal clinics, banks, and additional office‑use floor area.
What's happening
Why it matters
The amendments could shape future development, business opportunities, and the character of the downtown area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (Meeting ID 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The City Council voted to amend the El Camino Real/Downtown Specific Plan by modifying the land uses allowed on Santa Cruz Avenue within the Main Street Overlay, including changing banks and financial institutions from not allowed to conditional with a 5,000‑square‑foot limit.
Decided Jun 23, 2026.
Council will consider a resolution to change land‑use rules in the Main Street Overlay, allowing existing buildings extra office floor‑area ratio under specific conditions.
