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July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

July is National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month, and the Menlo Park Police Department encourages everyone to stay vigilant and use good judgment to protect their vehicles from this costly crime, which is on the rise across the nation. Read more...

Summer Concert Series kicks off this Wednesday July 9

Get ready for an incredible summer of music and fun at Fremont Park and Karl E. Clark Park with the City of Menlo Park Summer Concert Series! Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and pack all your favorite picnic essentials as you enjoy music at twilight with your family and friends. All concerts start at 6 p.m. The series begins July 9 and runs weekly through Aug. 13. See specific dates, locations and bands. Read more...

MTC-ABAG Community Advisory Council seeking applicants through July 14                                                                  

Do you or someone you know care deeply about the future of the Bay Area? The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) are now accepting applications for the Community Advisory Council, seeking passionate community members like you to get involved. Apply by July 14. Read more...

Community Funding Program applications open through July 18

Each year, the City of Menlo Park provides monetary support to eligible community organizations and non-profit agencies whose programs respond to the human service needs of our community in three categories: basic services, community enrichment and community health. Complete the online application by Friday, July 18. Requests are for consideration only and in no way guarantee funding for a particular agency. Read more...

Parkline final EIR released and Planning Commission hearing scheduled

The Final Environmental Impact Report (Final EIR) for the proposed Parkline master plan project is now available. The report includes a response to all substantive comments received on the Draft EIR as well as edits to the text of the Draft EIR. Review the Final EIR and participate in the July 28 Planning Commission meeting. The Planning Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council on whether to certify the Final EIR and approve the proposed project. Submit written comments on the Final EIR by 5:30 p.m. Monday, July 28. Read more...

Apply for a seat on the Housing Commission by July 31

The City is actively seeking applicants for a vacancy on the Housing Commission. The Housing Commission is an advisory body charged primarily with advising the City Council on housing matters, including housing supply and housing-related problems. Interested candidates age 18 and older are encouraged to apply by Thursday, July 31. Read more...

Join Menlo Park's free shredding event Aug. 2 

Prevent identity theft by shredding sensitive documents at the City’s popular free shredding event, Saturday, Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. – noon at City Corporation Yard (333 Burgess Dr.)! Confidential document destruction includes items such as receipts, checks, pre-approved credit applications, credit card statements, outdated tax returns, pre-printed envelopes, return address labels and business cards. Participants are limited to three boxes (10" x 12" x 15") per vehicle. Please do not bring e-waste or household hazardous waste. Read more...

Register your block party for National Night Out 2025

National Night Out is coming up on Tuesday, Aug. 5, and we want you to participate! Celebrations generally happen anywhere from 5–10 p.m. National Night Out is a national community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships, neighborhood camaraderie and crime prevention. Visit the National Night Out page for more information on how to participate or host a block party. Read more...

Help understand emissions from outdoor appliances in Menlo Park homes

Do you have a gas-powered outdoor grill, spa or pool heater, fireplace or tankless water heater at your Menlo Park home? You may be eligible to participate in a new study focused on measuring methane emissions from gas appliances and systems in California homes. Read more...

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