I am a long-time resident and homeowner in Menlo Park. I have owned a home on Buckthorn Way for four years. Previously, I owned a
home in West Menlo Park for 17 years.
As a current owner of a home on Buckthorn Way, I am concerned about the crowding, noise and overall negative impact of the planned
Hampton Inn Hotel which is adjacent to the Park Forest homes on Stone Pine Lane, Forest Lane and Buckthorn Way.
The City Council and the Planning Commission need to partner with our existing community and neighborhood to force the hotel
developer to preserve the character, privacy, safety and value of our homes. I have signed the petition that opposes the Hampton
Inn development. I plan to attend the Planning Commission meeting on Monday at a 7 pm to voice my concerns and opposition. With
all of the growth, including increased traffic, in Menlo Park, I hope the City Council and Planning Commission can take a serious,
and longer-term view of the compromises that are within your power to make to accommodate our needs. The compromises that our
community supports and that we have recommended to the City should be supported.
Sincerely,
Carol Broadbent174 Buckthorn Way
