Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pacifica public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in development with high priority
Affordable housing at the Sanchez Library site
The city's biggest affordable housing opportunity is the land around the Sanchez Library at 1111 Terra Nova Boulevard. Three concepts were shown: 48 to 68 units depending on whether the library stays, a 54-inch storm drain is moved (costing $1.2–$1.9 million), or the library is rebuilt into the project. Council and commissioners leaned toward family housing but want more community input before choosing.
Proposed sale of 2212 Beach Boulevard for hotel development
The council approved rezoning and a development agreement for the Crespi housing project — including selling 55 feet of city-owned land at 540 Crespi to the developer. Critics say the city missed a chance to secure more below-market-rate housing under the Surplus Land Act.