Dear City Council Members,
As an employee of the Ravenswood City School District, I urge you to approve the 320 Sheridan Drive Affordable Housing Project. Our educators and school staff are essential to shaping Menlo Parks future, yet many of us struggle to afford housing in the community we serve. Approving this project would provide much-needed affordable homes, allowing more district employees to live closer to their workplace. This would reduce commute times and strengthen the connection between our schools and the families we support. Strong schools are the foundation of a thriving community; when educators and staff can live where they work, student outcomes improve, and neighborhoods become more connected.
The housing crisis in Menlo Park cannot be ignored. The high cost of living forces many essential workers, including teachers, administrators, and support staff, to seek housing far from their jobs. This contributes to traffic congestion and reduces the quality of life for those who make our schools successful. The proposed 320 Sheridan Drive project directly addresses this issue by providing 88 affordable housing units, ensuring that more members of our school district can remain part of the community they serve.
I respectfully ask the City Council to uphold the Planning Commission’s approval and move this project forward without delay.
Sincerely,
Jessica Cox
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