Half Moon Bay public meetings in 2023
28 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission is meeting to confirm the issuance of an Emergency Coastal Development Permit for 880 Stone Pine Road emergency housing. The body will also confirm the pending issuance of an Emergency Coastal Development Permit for Half Moon Bay Landfill repair. Additionally, the commission will receive an informational design development report on the Highway 1 / Terrace Avenue signalization and Eastside Multi-Use Path Project.
- Confirmation of Emergency Coastal Development Permit for 880 Stone Pine Road emergency housing
- Confirmation of pending Emergency Coastal Development Permit for Half Moon Bay Landfill repair
- Receipt of Design Development Report for Highway 1 / Terrace Avenue signalization and Eastside Multi-Use Path Project (CIP Project #538)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss several items, including a potential letter to the County regarding mountain bike trail access at Quarry Park, review of the 2022 workplan and look ahead to 2023, and a resolution to form a subcommittee for Summer's End planning. They will also approve the 2024 meeting schedule and hear updates on Carter Park and upcoming events.
- Consideration of letter to County regarding mountain bike access trail at Quarry Park
- Review of 2022 Workplan and look ahead to 2023 Workplan
- Resolution to form subcommittee for Summer's End implementation and planning
- Approval of 2024 Commission meeting schedule
- Eagle Scout presentation under Friends of Parks and Recreation update
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with several informational reports and regular agenda items. Key discussions include updates on Purissima and Higgins Creek, a permit for the Poplar Beach volleyball court, and a pickleball court at the Ritz Carlton. The commission will also consider future meeting locations and preview upcoming items like the Frenchman's Creek Park update and a joint meeting with BPAC.
- Purissima and Higgins Creek update
- Poplar Beach volleyball court permit
- Ritz Carlton pickleball court
- Discussion of future meeting locations
- Upcoming events: Streetscape Master Plan, Dia de Los Muertos, Night of Lights
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission meets to approve minutes and receive informational reports on park projects. Key discussion items include the Smith Field design workshop, a pickleball update, and a summary of the Summer's End event. The agenda also previews future updates on Frenchman's Creek Park and the East Side Parallel Trail.
- Smith Field Design Workshop update
- Pickleball program update
- Summer's End post-event summary
- Preview of Frenchman's Creek Park update
- Preview of East Side Parallel Trail-Segment 4 update
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee are holding a special joint meeting to receive a presentation on the Downtown Streetscape Master Plan and provide feedback as part of community outreach. The agenda includes public comment and staff announcements, but the primary item is the work session on the plan.
- Downtown Streetscape Master Plan presentation and joint work session
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
- Staff recommendation to receive presentation and provide feedback
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on an appeal regarding modifications to a Coastal Development Permit at 225 Valdez Avenue. Staff recommends denying the appeal of the Community Development Director’s denial of modifications to the permit, which was originally approved in 2021. The meeting also includes a staff report on the process for processing amendments to Coastal Development Permits.
- Public hearing on appeal for PDP-21-010 at 225 Valdez Avenue
- Staff recommendation to deny appeal of CDP modifications for single-family residence remodeling
- Staff report on processing amendments to Coastal Development Permits
- Approval of draft minutes from August 22, September 12, and October 24, 2023
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a stormwater program update and to hold a public hearing on amending a Coastal Development Permit for the Poplar Street Traffic Calming and Safety Project Phase 1. The amendment would allow paved parking lanes between Main Street and Highway 1, replacing previously approved gravel lanes. No action is recommended on the stormwater item, which is informational only.
- Public hearing on major amendment to Coastal Development Permit PDP-21-077 for Poplar Street traffic calming, allowing paved parking lanes between Main Street and Highway 1
- Informational report on stormwater program update, including proposed phased update to Stormwater Master Plan
- Approval of minutes from four prior meetings (08.08.2023, 08.22.2023, 09.12.2023, 10.10.2023)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Coastal Development Permit and Use Permit for the North Wavecrest pedestrian path, beach access, and trailhead staging areas. The commission will also receive an update on the Safety Element preparation and confirm receipt of three emergency coastal development permits. One item, a minor amendment to an existing CDP at 225 Valdez Avenue, is recommended to be continued to November 14, 2023.
- Public hearing on Coastal Development Permit and Use Permit for North Wavecrest pedestrian path, beach access, and trailhead staging areas (PDP-16-032)
- Adoption of Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the North Wavecrest project
- Update on Safety Element preparation (no action requested)
- Confirmation of three Emergency Coastal Development Permits: 2804 Champs Elysee Boulevard, Myrtle Outfall Repair, Seymour Drainage Outfall
- Continuance of minor amendment to existing CDP at 225 Valdez Avenue to November 14, 2023
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a joint study session with the Architectural Advisory Committee to receive a presentation on the Downtown Streetscape Master Plan and provide feedback as part of community outreach. The regular meeting includes an update on the Smith Field Improvements Project at 201 and 203 Wavecrest Road, plus approval of minutes from June and July 2023 meetings.
- Downtown Streetscape Master Plan presentation and feedback
- Smith Field Improvements Project update (PDP-23-054, APN 065-011-040/050, 201 and 203 Wavecrest Road)
- Approval of draft minutes from 06/13/2023 and 07/11/2023
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on the Streetscape Master Plan, Main Street resurfacing, Carter Park, and Summer's End, and will discuss future agenda items. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments.
- Streetscape Master Plan update
- Main Street resurfacing update
- Carter Park update
- Summer's End update
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission meets to conduct a public hearing on the Caltrans Highway 1 / Pilarcitos Creek Bridge Structure and Scour Project. The agenda includes a staff report, director's report, and review of environmental and hydraulic studies. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approval of July 11, 2023 minutes and public comment.
- Public hearing on Caltrans Highway 1 / Pilarcitos Creek Bridge Structure and Scour Project (File PDP-23-005)
- Review of Supplemental Information for CDP Application and 95% Draft Plans
- Consideration of Draft MMP (Mitigation Monitoring Plan)
- Approval of July 11, 2023 Draft Minutes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on a Use Permit and Parking Exception. The proposal allows the College of San Mateo to establish its Coastside Education Center at 650 Mill Street. Staff recommends approving the permit by resolution.
- Public hearing on Use Permit and Parking Exception for 650 Mill Street
- Project involves College of San Mateo Coastside Education Center
- Applicant is Professional Peninsula Properties, LLC. / College of San Mateo
- Staff recommends approval by resolution
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission held a public hearing on three items: extending a use permit for BK Motors, approving a new single-family residence with an accessory dwelling unit at 2800 Champs Elysee Boulevard, and determining general plan conformance for a city easement acquisition. Staff recommended approval for the BK Motors extension and the residential project, which includes site improvements on a 30,300-square-foot lot. The commission also reviewed correspondence regarding the Champs Elysee project submitted after the packet was published.
- Public hearing on Use Permit extension for BK Motors at 108 Cabrillo Highway
- Public hearing on Coastal Development Permit and Architectural Review for new residence at 2800 Champs Elysee Boulevard
- General Plan Conformance Determination for City easement acquisition at 20 Stone Pine Road
- Approval of draft minutes from June 13, 2023 meeting
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal year 2023-24, including a resolution on General Plan conformance, and a Coastal Development Permit for the Pacific Coast Bicycle Connectivity North Project, which includes a 0.3-mile bike trail and bridge over Roosevelt Creek. The commission will also approve minutes from May 23, 2023, and take public comments.
- Review and adopt resolution for FY 2023-24 Capital Improvement Program projects
- Adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration for Pacific Coast Bicycle Connectivity North Project
- Approve Coastal Development Permit for 0.3-mile Class I bike trail and bridge over Roosevelt Creek
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda (3-minute limit)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to consider a foundation agreement for the Johnston House and finalize the creation of an Art Subcommittee. Staff will provide informational updates on the City Council, recreation programs, and the Friends of Parks and Recreation. The agenda also includes a preview of future items related to the Mavericks.
- Consideration of the Johnston House Foundation Agreement
- Finalization of the Art Subcommittee
- Discussion of the Thousand Cranes Art Project
- Preview of future items regarding the Mavericks
- Staff informational reports on City Council and Recreation updates
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission meets to review the refined concept layout for the 1.5-acre Magnolia Park improvement project. Staff will provide updates on the Miramar and Seymour bridge progress, water quality events, and the Johnston MOU. The body will also discuss the creation of an Art Subcommittee and receive informational reports on North Poplar Beach volleyball and City Council activities.
- Review of Magnolia Park concept layout and master plan inspiration images
- Progress updates on Miramar bridge and Seymour bridge
- Discussion on creating an Art Subcommittee
- Update on Johnston MOU
- North Poplar Beach Volleyball operational update
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from December and February and to finalize its annual priorities. Staff will provide informational updates on the City Council, Recreation Department, and Friends of Parks and Recreation. The commission will also hold discussions regarding the Summer's End subcommittee and special event volunteers.
- Approval of December and February minutes
- Finalize Recreation Commission Priorities
- Summer’s End Subcommittee Discussion
- Special Event Volunteer Discussion
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission meets to decide on a Coastal Development Permit, height variance, and architectural review for a new two-story single-family residence and detached accessory dwelling unit at 8 Jenna Lane. The body also reviews a notification of the Director's intent to approve a temporary use in the PUD zoning district at 2 Miramontes Point Road. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment.
- Coastal Development Permit, height variance, and architectural review for new residence and ADU at 8 Jenna Lane (File PDP-21-062)
- Notification of Director's intent to approve temporary use at 2 Miramontes Point Road (File PDP-23-024)
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from April 25, 2023
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission meets to discuss a staff presentation on Senate Bill 743 transportation updates. The primary decision item is a request for a Coastal Development Permit, height variance, and architectural review for a new two-story single-family residence and detached accessory dwelling unit at 8 Jenna Lane. Staff recommends approving the project as categorically exempt from environmental review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303.
- Public hearing on Senate Bill 743 CEQA transportation updates
- Request for Coastal Development Permit and height variance at 8 Jenna Lane
- Proposed construction of a two-story single-family residence and detached ADU
- Staff recommendation to approve project as Categorically Exempt under CEQA Section 15303
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a new single-family residence at 575 Seymour Street. The body will also vote to ratify the January 2023 Measure D allocations for residential units outside of downtown based on established scoring criteria. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as the approval of draft minutes from February 28, 2023, and a public comment period.
- Public hearing for a new single-family residence at 575 Seymour Street (File PDP-22-004)
- Ratification of 2023 Measure D residential unit allocations outside downtown
- Approval of draft Planning Commission minutes from February 28, 2023
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission held a remote meeting to confirm receipt of the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report. The body also conducted a study session on Planning Commission fundamentals, including Brown Act compliance and conflicts of interest. No new development projects or rezonings were decided at this meeting.
- Confirmation of receipt of the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
- Study session on Planning Commission fundamentals, Brown Act, and conflicts of interest
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a remote regular meeting. They will finalize their priorities for the year and receive updates on the Spirit of the Bell program and Earth Day/sustainability projects. The meeting is held via Zoom due to the COVID-19 state of emergency.
- Finalize Recreation Commission Priorities
- Spirit of the Bell update
- Earth Day and other sustainability projects update
- City Council update (informational)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to decide on an AT&T wireless cellular antenna project located at the Lewis Foster Drive/High School site. Staff recommends approving the Coastal Development Permit, Use Permit, Design Review, and Height Variance, finding the project categorically exempt from environmental review. This item was continued from a cancelled January 24 meeting due to the farmworker shooting tragedy.
- Public hearing for AT&T Wireless Cellular Antenna at Half Moon Bay High School (File PDP-22-068)
- Staff recommendation to approve Coastal Development Permit, Use Permit, Design Review, and Height Variance
- Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Welcome of new Planning Commissioner Hazel Joanes
Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Parks and Recreation Commission meets remotely via Zoom to conduct a Chair and Vice Chair election. The body also holds a Priority Setting Workshop and receives a staff informational report on City Council updates. No specific ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are listed on the agenda.
- Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Priority Setting Workshop
- Staff informational report on City Council updates
CANCELLED - Planning Commission Meeting
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 24, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on February 14, 2023, at 7:00 pm. One item, regarding an AT&T wireless cellular antenna at the Half Moon Bay High School site, has been continued to the February 14 meeting.
- Cancellation of the January 24, 2023, Planning Commission meeting
- Continuation of Project PDP-22-068 (AT&T Wireless Cellular Antenna) to February 14, 2023
- Project location identified as Lewis Foster Drive/Half Moon Bay High School Site
Parks and Recreation Commission - CANCELLED
The regular Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 6:00 pm. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed because the meeting was cancelled.
- Meeting cancellation notice for January 25, 2023
- Next meeting scheduled for February 22, 2023, at 6:00 pm
Planning Commission Meeting
The Half Moon Bay Planning Commission met remotely to conduct a public hearing on a use permit for the sale of distilled spirits for on-site consumption at 724 Main Street. The body also reviewed a status update regarding an AT&T wireless cellular antenna at the Half Moon Bay High School site. Additionally, the commission approved revised minutes from previous meetings and received public comment.
- Public hearing on Use Permit PDP-22-029 for sale of distilled spirits at 724 Main Street
- Status update on AT&T wireless cellular antenna permit PDP-22-068 at Lewis Foster Drive/High School site
- Approval of revised Planning Commission minutes from October 25, 2022, and November 22, 2022
Parks and Recreation Commission Special Meeting
The Parks and Recreation Commission held a special remote meeting to discuss park updates and project designs. The primary decision item was a request for a recommendation on the conceptual design for Frenchman's Creek Park Phase 2. The body also reviewed updates on the City Hall Public Space Project and the Parks Master Plan.
- Request for recommendation on Frenchman’s Creek Park Phase 2 conceptual design
- Update on City Hall Public Space Project
- Update on Parks Master Plan
- Discussion on Summers’s End Ad-Hoc Subcommittee appointment