RWS Alert: Construction to Affect Shores Roadways

This is a notification to Redwood Shores residents that major roadways through the Shores will be affected by an extensive construction project.

RSCA has been communicating with the construction team and will be providing regular updates on which roadways will be affected so that you can make plans to avoid or deal with traffic as need be.

  • UPDATE NOV 8: Crew will be working on Twin Dolphin Drive and Redwood Shores Parkway.

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Halloween Walk 2023

Bring your kids in their Halloween costumes to Marlin Park on Saturday October 21th, at 2pm sharp for a spooky good time in the park.  

Trick Or Treat

RSCA will be giving out treats for the little ones, so bring a goodie bag/bucket!

And PARENTS, don’t forget your cameras for photo opportunities with the Good Witch.

** This event begins on time and does not repeat, so be sure to be on time to participate and receive treats **

RSCA holds this event each year for Shores children elementary school age and under.

Redwood Shores Levee Cleanup

At the end of each August, your Redwood Shores Community Association has sponsored our Annual Levee Cleanup. To benefit the environment, the community bonds together to help beautify the nearly seven miles (yes, 7 miles!) of levee surrounding the Shores. And we need all the help we can get to cover those seven miles.

Date: Saturday, August 26
Time: 8:00 am until noon
Place: Mariner Park, Redwood Shores, CA 94065
(click here for a MAP)
Fuel up breakfast bars and water before starting,
Return between 10:30-11:30 to relax and meet with neighbors

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Sounds of the Shores 2023

Sundays this Summer, Marlin Park is the place to party! Join your friends and neighbors for the Redwood Shores summer concert series.

Hosted by RSCA, the Sounds of the Shores summer concert series takes place once a month throughout the summer on Sunday afternoons for three great nights in Marlin Park.

Final Show of the Season:
August
20th, 5PM @ RWS Marlin Park
THE COCKTAIL MONKEYS!

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National Night Out

Come meet your neighbors and learn about the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) at this year’s National Night Out!

Stop by the Redwood Shores Library (399 Marine Parkway) to socialize with neighbors, chat about matters pertaining to Redwood Shores, meet your local law enforcement representatives, review for emergency supply options with CERT, and just have a fun Summer night out with those who live in your neighborhood. Our local Girl Scouts will also be at the event to talk about coyote awareness.

Tuesday, August 1st, 6:00–7:30 PM
Redwood Shores Branch Library

Additional events of National Night Out may be held even closer to your home than the Redwood Shores Branch Library. Be sure to check with your local homeowners association to find out if a National Night Out event is also being held in your vicinity.

(The Sandpiper Lagoon HOA has scheduled a National Night Out get-together, which is being held between Waterside Circle and Avocet Drive.)  

National Night Out is an annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement, and fosters Redwood City’s sense of community.

*Note: The meeting space is provided as a community service by the City of Redwood City. The City neither sponsors nor endorses this event nor the presenting individual or organizations.

For more information about National Night Out in Redwood City and nationally, visit the  Redwood City National Night Out link or the official National Night Out website.

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

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.