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Rent, affordable homes, zoning, and decisions that shape where people can live.
The board will recommend appointments of Pam Dorr and Nicholas Erridge to the Housing and Community Development Committee for partial terms ending in 2027 and 2029.
The Board approved allocating $1,300,000 from Measure K reserves to a Capitalized Operating Subsidy Reserve for the 721 Airport permanent supportive housing project.
What's happening
Why it matters
Provides operating funds for the 721 Airport supportive housing project, supporting homeless individuals near the airport.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In‑person at 500 County Center or via Zoom at https://smcgov.zoom.us/j/86130548317
Email: boardfeedback@smcgov.org
Submit comment: Email written comments indicating the agenda item.
Decision update
The Board allocated $1,300,000 of Measure K reserves to a Capitalized Operating Subsidy Reserve for the 721 Airport permanent supportive housing project and authorized the Housing Director to negotiate the related agreement.
Decided Jun 16, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution to approve the site plan and architectural review for a new 232‑unit multifamily building at 220 W. 20th Avenue.
Council approved the site plan and architectural review for a new 232‑unit multi‑family residential building at 220 W. 20th Avenue, finding the project exempt from CEQA under AB 130.
The council will authorize the city manager to sign a second amendment to the 2017 cooperation agreement, continuing participation in federally‑funded housing and community development programs for FY 2027‑2029, with automatic renewal through FY 2032.
Council considered amendments to Chapter 17.78 of the zoning code to ensure accessory dwelling units comply with state requirements.
Council will consider an ordinance to amend Chapter 17.78 of the zoning code to align local ADU rules with state law.
The ordinance changes the fund’s name to the Domestic Violence Shelter-Based Program Fund.
What's happening
Why it matters
The changes affect how domestic‑violence shelters are funded and managed, impacting services for survivors.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Rules Committee meeting on June 15, 2026 at City Hall, Legislative Chamber, Room 250.
Email: victor.young@sfgov.org
Submit comment: No public comment period listed.
Decision update
The committee voted to amend the Administrative Code, renaming the Status of Women Domestic Violence Program Fund to the Domestic Violence Shelter-Based Program Fund, revising its purpose, assigning administration to the Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (or a designated agency), and updating provisions to reflect state law changes on clerk fees. This amendment is a committee action and does not constitute final Board approval.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
The Office of Supportive Housing will present an independent evaluation of the 2016 Measure A Affordable Housing Bond.
The Office of Supportive Housing will present a report on how the 2016 Measure A Affordable Housing Bond is being implemented.
An independent evaluation of the 2016 Measure A affordable‑housing bond will be presented by the Office of Supportive Housing.
The committee will receive a report from the Measure A (2016 Housing Bond) Independent Citizens' Oversight Subcommittee.
The Office of Supportive Housing will present an update on how the 2016 Measure A affordable‑housing bond is being implemented.
The committee announced dates for upcoming housing workshops.
A public hearing is scheduled for 2378 Old Middlefield Way, Atam Sandhu, PL-17025.
The council will present the tentative schedule for upcoming council meetings and the timeline for implementing the city's Housing Element.
What's happening
Why it matters
Knowing the schedule helps residents plan for housing‑related decisions and public input opportunities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the council meeting in person at Los Altos City Hall, 1 N. San Antonio Rd.
Email: publiccomment@losaltosca.gov
Submit comment: Email comments before the meeting or bring written comments to the City Clerk on the day of the meeting.
Decision update
The council voted unanimously to introduce and waive further reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 9.32, “Maintenance and repair of sidewalks,” to the Municipal Code. The ordinance was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The council will waive the second reading and adopt an ordinance that repeals and replaces Chapter 16.79 (Accessory Dwelling Units) to align with state law and add local objective standards.
Staff will present the city’s residential zoning code development standards.
The commission will hear a proposal to merge two lots, demolish existing buildings, and construct an eight‑story mixed‑use building with 94 residential units and ground‑floor commercial space.
Commissioners will discuss whether district designations should be updated or maintained as part of the comprehensive zoning code update.
The council will waive the second reading and adopt a revised ADU ordinance to align with state law.
City Council is asked to adopt a resolution approving a vesting tentative subdivision map that would split the property at 68 Willow Rd into 50 condominium parcels and one common‑area parcel in the C‑1 zoning district.
The council will waive the second reading and adopt a revised ordinance replacing Chapter 16.79 on Accessory Dwelling Units. The changes bring local ADU rules into compliance with recent state housing laws and add objective design standards.
Council will consider a resolution to approve a tentative subdivision map for 50 condo parcels and one common area at 68 Willow Rd.
What's happening
Why it matters
The subdivision adds new housing units and requires a large fee that will fund local park amenities.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom.us/join – ID# 832 1285 7140 or in‑person at City Council Chambers, 751 Laurel St.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Vote on 68 Willow Rd condominium subdivision map” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
