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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Redwood City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Federal Changes to Section 106 Historic Preservation Review
A resident asked the council to oppose proposed federal changes that would make local input on federal projects affecting the downtown historic district discretionary.
Bear Island parcel rezoning controversy
Two lots under high-tension power lines were rezoned to mixed-use waterfront in 2023 — largely by accident during the mass housing element rezonings — which blocked the owner's vehicle storage use. Four neighbors asked the council to slow down; the council agreed, splitting the rezone out of the ordinance for a fresh planning commission process with broader community engagement.