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Redwood LIFE To Be Discussed at City Council Meeting

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The Redwood LIFE campus redevelopment project and the Westport Specific Plan repeal proposal continue to be a major topic of discussion for Redwood Shores residents.

At the upcoming Redwood City Council Meeting, the Redwood LIFE project proposals will be on the agenda. RSCA encourages Redwood Shores residents to attend the meeting, either in person or virtually by streaming it live.

Redwood City Council Meeting

Monday, April 14th, 6 PM
City Council Chambers, 1017 Middlefield Road
Or Virtual via Zoom:
redwoodcity.zoom.us
Meeting ID: 994 8182 5639

The Redwood LIFE segment is currently scheduled for early in the meeting, but unlike the March 4th meeting, it is one of several topics to be discussed at the regular City Council meeting. Be sure to tune in on time if you wish to participate.

Redwood City residents may submit written comments on the topic by email to until 5:00 p.m. on the 14th. Attendees of the meeting may also speak in person during Public Comment on the Consent Calendar section of the agenda.

More information about the Redwood LIFE project can be found at PlanRedwoodLife.com

Public Events and Learning Opportunities About Redwood Life Site

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Development plans for the Redwood Life campus continues to be be a topic of local discussion for Redwood Shores residents. The City of Redwood City and the Plan Redwood Life organization have scheduled several meetings and learning services to inform the public about the Redwood Life Precise Plan and EIR analysis.
 
These events are hosted by the City of Redwood City.
 

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Community Conversation About Redwood LIFE Site

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Development plans for the Redwood LIFE campus have been a topic of local discussion for some time now. Those who would like to know more about the proposed plans for the Redwood Life development are invited to community-led conversation, hosted by RSCA and led by members of our own Redwood Shores community. 
 
Neighbors and Locals Talk about Biolabs in Your Backyard:
Understanding the Redwood Life Project
Sunday, October 13 @ 12:30 PM
Redwood Shores Branch Library
 

Additionally, a community-led meeting will be held on the following Sunday, October 13th. This will provide a chance to follow up on topics which may have come into discussion during the tour. All residents are invited, regardless of attending the tour.

We also appreciate everybody who came out on Oct 6th (despite the incredible heat!) to attend our Neighborhood Tour & Talk event. The best way to understand the scope of this project has proven to be to visit the site first-hand. This guided trip gave attendees a detailed view of the campus as it is today, and highlighted areas where plans propose to expand or redevelop the property. We hope to host this event again, so please reach out if you are interested in a future opportunity to take this tour.

Neighborhood-Led Tour of Planned Redwood LIFE Site

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Development plans for the Redwood LIFE campus have been a topic of local discussion for some time now. While many in the Shores have begun to form opinions of the project as a concept, it is difficult to have a clear picture of exactly what has been proposed just from pictures and conversations. The best way to understand the scope of this project is, we believe, to visit the site first-hand.  
 
Those who would like to know more about the proposed plans for the Redwood Life development are invited to a tour of the Redwood LIFE campus, hosted by RSCA and led by members of our own Redwood Shores community. 
 
Neighborhood Tour & Talk of Redwood LIFE Development Site
Sunday, October 6 @ 1:00 PM
 

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Redwood LIFE Project September Meeting

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Proposals for the Redwood LIFE office complex campus in Redwood Shores continue to develop, and the City of Redwood City and the project management team at Longfellow are continuing to gain insight from the community for this project. If you would like to voice your opinions on the project, there is an upcoming opportunity to provide feedback.

Redwood Life Community Workshop
September 5th at 5:30-7:30pm
Redwood Shores Branch Public Library

A number of local community events have previously been held over the course of the proposal project, and this will be the first of these to be able to address results from the recent Community Survey, as well as build off of discussion and feedback of the most prior Community Workshop, which was held on May 15th. Attendees will be able to collaboratively brainstorm about the proposal and proposed alternatives to the Longfellow development project. 

Redwood LIFE Project July Update

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Proposals for the Redwood LIFE office complex campus in Redwood Shores continue to develop, and the City of Redwood City and the project management team at Longfellow are continuing to gain insight from the community for this project. If you would like to voice your opinions on the project, there are two opportunities to provide feedback.

The Community Survey for the Redwood Life Precise Plan and EIR has extended its closure date to August 30th. This is the easiest and most direct way to provide feedback online about the project and draft development principles. Simply click the link above and follow the process through to submit your thoughts (in text and in topical checkboxes, whichever you feel most comfortable providing in the anonymous survey form) on issues and benefits of the proposal.

Additionally, an additional Community Workshop has been scheduled for in-person discussion about the project.

Redwood Life Community Workshop
September 5th at 5:30-7:30pm
Redwood Shores Branch Public Library

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Redwood Life Precise Plan Meeting

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The City of Redwood City has shared with RSCA the following invitation for an upcoming meeting on the Redwood Life Precise Plan. Many Shores residents have asked RSCA about this project, and we encourage residents to attend this meeting in May to listen to proposals and provide feedback on the new plans in consideration for this area.

Redwood Life Community Workshop
May 15, 5:30 – 7:15 pm
Redwood Shores Branch Library (Community Room) – 399 Marine Pkwy

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City Council to Discuss Redwood Life – July 24th @ 6PM

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At the July 24th City Council of Redwood City meeting, the Council will include a Public Hearing for matters pertaining to the Redwood LIFE office project at 800-3400 Bridge Parkway. The council will be initiating a review to consider the repeal of the Westport Specific Plan in favor of a different Precise Plan Study, which would allow redevelopment of the area. 

Those who have taken interest in this matter or would like more information are encourage to attend or remotely stream this hearing.

REDWOOD CITY COUNCIL MEETING
July 24, 6:00 p.m. 
https://redwoodcity.zoom.us/j/99481825639
Meeting ID: 994 8182 5639
Dial-in audio: (669) 900-6833

More information about the Redwood LIFE proposal can be found on the Redwood City website:

https://www.redwoodcity.org/city-hall/current-projects/development-projects?id=113

Many in Redwood Shores have expressed concern with RSCA about this project, given that land developer Longfellow does not, at this time, have an approved plan for these changes to be considered.

Some may ask, what is a “Specific Plan,” and why is this topic important to Redwood Shores residents?

A Specific Plan acts as a detailed zoning and design code that regulates land use and development within that area. This Westport Specific Plan defines codes for the area known as Redwood LIFE, which is on Marine Parkway and connects to the Belmont Slough here in Redwood Shores. Originally drafted in 1995, the Westport Specific Plan included safety protocols restricting building and construction methods on this property, since the area includes 45acres of capped old landfill. Toxic materials are known to be sealed inside the barrier over this landfill. This material has been safely sealed with a clay cap, and the Westport Specific Plan regulates building designs and construction to make sure any developments on this property meet building standards to keep this cap intact. Changes to the Specific Plan would change how this carefully-regulated property is used.

There is concern about whether the City should approve moving forward with change consideration of the Westport Specific Plan without a concrete proposal plan to consider. The Council needs to understand the severity of problems which would occur if the Specific Plan were changed.

If you share these concerns over changing the Westport Specific Plan, please plan to attend the meeting on July 24th and voice your concerns.

Redwood City Planning Commission Hearing

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The following information was shared by the City of Redwood City regarding a Planning Commission Hearing to be held on June 20, 2023 at 6PM. Chief among topics relevant to Redwood Shores residents will be discussion of the Redwood LIFE office project at 800-3400 Bridge Parkway. The council will discuss proposals to replace the existing Westport Specific Plan in favor of a new Precise Plan Study. which would allow redevelopment of the area.

More information about this proposal can be found on the Redwood City website:

https://www.redwoodcity.org/city-hall/current-projects/development-projects?id=113

Those who have taken interest in this City Planning project or would like more information are encourage to attend or remotely stream this hearing. Continue reading →