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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 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 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.
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution stating Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement for April 2025‑March 2026.
Planning Commission approves 12 waivers from development standards for a multifamily housing project.
Staff recommends the Planning Commission adopt a resolution confirming Presidio Bay Ventures complied with the Springline Development Agreement.
The resolution would modify land uses in the Main Street Overlay, allowing uses such as animal clinics, banks, and business services under new conditions.
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.
Staff recommends the Commission adopt a resolution stating Stanford University complied with the Middle Plaza at 500 El Camino Real Development Agreement from April 2025 through March 2026.
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.
