Kudos to both of you for showing up and trying to educate and for keeping it classy. Very well done.

I watched the entire video. I think Robinson and Boyle represented the two sides (for and against M) quite well. I especially appreciate that they were respectful of each other and were willing to agree on many things. So I highly recommend anyone interested in the issues watch this video. And thank you Almanac for sponsoring the video and making it available on the web.

I'm interested in this topic, but 76 minutes? I think the Almanac is being a little optimistic here. Any chance of an abbreviated version of the highlights?

For a short version just compare these two web sites:

http://menloparkdeservesbetter.nationbuilder.com

http://www.savemenlo.org

Compare the endorsements on each and then read the thoughtful citizens' letters on each.

Listened to the entire video this past weekend and it was a good, respectful debate between the two. Wish there was an better summary from Almanac. Here are the main points that I took away from it

1. Zoning is a complicated subject matter, lots of inter-dependent issues. If voters don't have time to watch/listen to this 76 minute video than it'll be a challenge for them to understand zoning. Thus zoning by ballot initiative is not efficient. Measure M (if it passes) will require zoning by ballot initiatives to make changes to the Downtown Specific Plan (DSP).

2. The DSP needs to have a lower trigger point for developers to provide public benefits, i.e. offsetting traffic. Measure M does not lower the threshold or address it. Council can negotiate with developers and change the threshold.

3. [Personal opinion] Best option is to vote for council members you think will represent your interest. Voting for M won't solve the traffic or trigger point for public benefits.