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Planning Commission – Interviews The Appointment Subcommittee for the Planning Commission, comprised of Mayor Adam Loraine, Deputy Mayor Nicole Fernandez, and Council Members Danielle Cwirko-Godycki and Robert Newsom, with Community
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Development Director Zach Dahl advising. The Subcommittee will interview the following applicants to fill one seat on the Commission and will establish an eligibility list for future vacancies: Thomas Sanfilippo Thomas O’Connor Thomas Braham James Horsman Step...
As California faces the current housing crisis, local land use control over how and where new housing is created has been limited, San Mateans have a great interest and many different views on this topic.
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When reviewing development proposals, how would you balance the interests of the community with the requirements of the state to promote new housing, and plan for future housing needs? How would your personal view factor into your decision? My personal opinion...
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2027
Amidst this transition, coupled with natural staff turnover, retaining institutional memory is critical.
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I want to continue serving to provide stability, preserve the historical context and legislative intent behind our recent policy decisions as we embark on significant projects like the comprehensive zoning code update, and ensure a seamless transition as newer...
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2040
I have read the General Plan and understand it well, including the 10 Study Areas, the priority community designations and the relationship between the Land Use Map and Zoning Code.
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I am well prepared to use the General Plan as the primary analytical tool through my seat on the Planning Commission.
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Emphasize mixed-income and affordable housing — Strong support for projects that include significant below-market-rate units, leveraging state density bonus incentives.
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Preservation of existing affordable stock and anti-displacement measures are equally important. Infrastructure (traffic, parking, schools, parks, and public safety) must be planned concurrently — not as a barrier, but as a necessary companion to growth.
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Community engagement and transparency — Early, meaningful public input helps identify legitimate concerns (e.g., traffic, shadow, or compatibility) that can often be addressed through design adjustments or conditions of approval. However,
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the Commission’s role is to make decisions grounded in adopted policy and evidence, not to act as a referendum on every project. My personal view is that San Mateo benefits from being a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive city with good jobs, schools, and access t...
