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Weekly Digest for Oct. 6, 2025
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Join the Menlo Park City Council meeting Oct. 7
Attend Menlo Park's upcoming City Council meeting Tuesday, Oct. 7. The meeting will begin with a closed session at 5:30 p.m. The public meeting will begin at 6 p.m.
See the meeting's agenda item highlights below:
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I2. Waive the second reading and adopt an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance, Zoning Map and adopt the development agreement (DA) for the Parkline Master Plan Project located at 201, 301 and 333 Ravenswood Avenue and 555 and 565 Middlefield Road.
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J1. Consider and adopt a resolution approving a variance to reduce the subdivision ordinance front setback requirement for a new one-story, single-family residence at 8 Hermosa Pl.
This is a hybrid meeting and members of the public can listen to the meeting and participate in person at City Council Chambers (751 Laurel St.), by telephone at 669-900-6833, via Zoom or stream live.
Learn more
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| Nighttime work on I-280 between Alpine Road and Sand Hill Road Oct. 6–11
Caltrans will perform overnight work to restore the eroded Los Trancos Creek banks below the bridge on I-280 near Alpine Road starting tonight, Monday, Oct. 6. The three right lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions of I-280 will be closed near Alpine Road between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. starting tonight, Oct. 6, and ending Saturday morning, Oct. 11. In addition, the on- and off-ramps at Alpine Road will be closed. Read more...
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| Adoption of Parkline ordinances at Oct. 7 City Council meeting
At the Sept. 30 meeting, City Council unanimously approved resolutions and introduced ordinances for the certification of the final Environmental Impact Report and the approval of the 64-acre Parkline mixed-use master plan located at 201, 301 and 333 Ravenswood Ave. and 555 and 565 Middlefield Road, with several modifications. The second reading to adopt the ordinances is scheduled to take place at the Oct. 7 City Council meeting at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers and via Zoom. This is the City Council’s final action on the project. Read more...
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| Share your feedback: Public plaza on the 600 block
The initial, high-level design concept is available for a public plaza in the closed portion of Santa Cruz Avenue between Curtis Street and Doyle Street in the eastbound direction (“the 600 block”). The design allows multiple uses, enhances safety, creates a welcoming environment with aesthetic appeal and activates the space. Share your feedback on the design elements and how you would like to use the space by visiting us in person at upcoming events in October or filling out the online form. Participants in the survey can choose to enter a raffle to win one of eight $25 gift cards to local businesses! Read more...
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| October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about domestic violence. Every October, people unite across the country to uplift the needs, voices and experiences of survivors. This month reminds us that domestic violence affects people of all backgrounds and that support and education are vital to prevention and healing. Read more...
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| Take the Downtown Parking Management Study Survey by Oct. 19
The City of Menlo Park is working on a parking management strategy based on data and community input to evaluate potential tools to improve access and the overall parking experience in downtown Menlo Park. Please participate and share your insights by taking the City’s five-minute survey by Oct. 19. Read more...
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| Menlo Park receives ASCE awards for Public Works projects
Public Works Director Azaela Mitch and Public Works Internal Services Manager Eren Romero attended the Oct. 3 American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) San Francisco Section to receive awards for the Belle Haven Community Campus in Outstanding Architecture Project, Outstanding Sustainable Engineering Project and Outstanding Energy Project. They also accepted the Outstanding Small Project award for the new Burgess Playground. Read more...
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| Learn about energy-efficient upgrades at the Home Electrification Workshop
Join our Home Electrification Workshop to learn the basics of home electrification, the benefits for your comfort, health and energy bills and how you may qualify for free heating and cooling upgrades and energy efficient appliances. The workshop will be held on Oct. 27 in English and Oct. 28 in Spanish at the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.). Read more...
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| San Mateo County Community Survey seeks your feedback through end of November
Help identify vulnerabilities, evaluate preparedness levels and develop targeted strategies for improving emergency response in San Mateo County. The Department of Emergency Management is conducting a critical community assessment to better understand residents' emergency preparedness needs, barriers they face and how we can enhance support before, during and after disasters. The data collected will directly inform resource allocation, policy updates and emergency planning decisions. The survey only takes 10-15 minutes to complete and is available in English, Spanish and Simplified Chinese. Share your feedback now through the end of November. Read more...
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| Menlo Park to increase street sweeping in October
Beginning in October, Menlo Park will increase street sweeping to a bi-weekly schedule to reduce debris, protect water quality and prevent flooding during the wet season. Residents can help by moving vehicles on sweep days, avoiding leaf piles in the street and keeping sticks, branches and palm fronds out of gutters. Read more...
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| Go all-electric at home: Free webinars for Menlo Park residents Oct. 16 and Nov. 7
Ready to make your home more efficient, comfortable and climate-friendly? PG&E invites California homeowners to join a free two-part webinar series to learn how to transition from gas to electric appliances. From 9 – 10:30 a.m. Oct. 16 and Nov. 7, discover how to avoid costly panel upgrades, size heat pump systems correctly, debunk common electrification myths and create a step-by-step plan to make your home more efficient, comfortable and climate-friendly. Read more... | |
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| Earthquake Brace + Bolt Program application period extended through Oct. 17
The California Department of Insurance is proud to partner with the California Earthquake Authority to raise awareness about the Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) Program, which is once again offering grants to help Californians strengthen older homes against earthquake damage. Homeowners across more than 1,100 eligible ZIP codes can apply for grants of up to $3,000 to complete a seismic retrofit. The application period has now been extended through Oct. 17. Read more...
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| Join Menlo Park for Halloweek Oct. 25-28
Mark your calendar and get ready to celebrate with three Halloween-themed and family-friendly community events hosted by the City of Menlo Park: the Halloween parade and carnival, Saturday, Oct. 25; Pumpkin Splash, Sunday, Oct. 26 and Trunk-or-Treat, Tuesday, Oct. 28. Read more...
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| Submit artwork for a library card art exhibition by Oct. 31
Bring us along on your library adventure! The City of Menlo Park is refreshing our library cards and inviting community members of all ages to submit original artwork inspired by the theme “My Library Adventure in Menlo Park.” Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of staff and stakeholders, and select designs will be printed on new library cards and made available to the public. Any artist whose work is selected for printing will be notified prior to printing. Submit your design by Oct. 31 for the opportunity to be displayed in the gallery Nov. 18, 2025–Jan. 15, 2026. Read more...
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