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Weekly Digest for April 13, 2026
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| Join the Menlo Park City Council Meeting April 14
Attend Menlo Park's upcoming City Council meeting Tuesday, April 14. The closed session will take place at 5:30 p.m. and the public meeting will begin at 6 p.m.
See the meeting's agenda item highlights below:
- I1. Planning Commission applicant introductions
- K1. Introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance adding Chapter 5.80 (Massage Businesses) of Title 5 (Business Licenses and Regulations) of the City of Menlo Park Municipal Code, relating to the regulation of massage businesses
- K3. Approve fiscal year 2026-27 budget principles
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.
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City advocates for VLF funding owed by the State
On April 7, City of Menlo Park staff and City Councilmembers joined other San Mateo County leaders to advocate that critical Vehicle Licensing Fee (VLF) funding — more than $100 million annually — be released by the State to San Mateo County and its 20 cities. This funding supports public safety and emergency response, health and mental health services and housing and homelessness programs. Read more...
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Planning Commission to review an update to City’s ADU Ordinance
Tonight, April 13, at 7 p.m., the Planning Commission is scheduled to review and consider a recommendation to the City Council to adopt a new ADU Ordinance, which would comprehensively replace and update Chapter 16.79 (Accessory Dwelling Units) for consistency with State ADU law and to incorporate local objective standards. Read more...
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Willow Road/U.S. Highway 101 landscaping project out to bid for construction
In collaboration with the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (SMCTA), the City has issued the construction documents for the Willow Road/U.S. 101 Interchange Landscaping project for bidding. The landscaping project will add about 120 more trees than existed before the interchange reconstruction on property owned by Caltrans and groundcover and mulch will be used to help reduce weeds and reduce maintenance costs. The SMCTA has set aside $3.5 million for construction. Once construction bids are received, the City will award the project later this spring. Construction is planned for the summer and will take approximately one year, followed by a three year plant establishment period. Read more...
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| Affordable Housing and Inclusionary Zoning Study Virtual Meeting tonight at 6 p.m.
The City of Menlo Park is participating in a multi-city initiative to explore updates to affordable housing policies applied to new development projects. Known as a Housing Nexus Study, this initiative will evaluate the impact of new development on the need for affordable housing. In addition to Menlo Park, nine other cities and the County of San Mateo are participating in this study. Join the virtual public meeting Monday, April 13 from 6–7 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting will provide an opportunity for members of the public to ask questions and participants will also be invited to provide feedback on these policies via a follow-up online survey. Read more...
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| Celebrate Heat Pump Week April 11–19
Menlo Park residents are invited to join the first-ever Heat Pump Week, April 11–19, a statewide effort to highlight energy-efficient electric appliances that can heat and cool your home while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The week will feature educational events, product demonstrations and workforce trainings across the Bay Area. Menlo Park residents may also be eligible for no-cost upgrades or rebates through the City's Home Upgrade Services program. Read more...
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| Attend the Water Wise Edible Gardens Workshop this Saturday, April 18
Join us Saturday, April 18, 1 – 2 p.m. for the free Water Wise Edible Gardens Workshop at the Arrillaga Recreation Center, Cypress Room (700 Alma St.) to learn how to design and maintain a productive edible garden that thrives in dry conditions. In this workshop, you will receive instruction on how to design a productive edible garden, soil techniques, irrigation, plant selection and more. Register today. Read more...
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| Submit your poetry for the Youth Poetry Voices exhibition by April 30
April is National Poetry Month and to celebrate, the City of Menlo Park library is holding our annual Youth Poetry Voices exhibition, where aspiring young poets (grades one through 12) are invited to share their original poetry with the Menlo Park community. Poem submissions will be accepted through April 30. The Menlo Park Library Foundation provides funding for Youth Poetry Voices. Read more...
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| MPPD invites you to attend the annual Bike Rodeo May 2!
Kick off National Bicycle Safety Month by joining the Menlo Park Police Department and the Redwood City California Highway Patrol for the Bike Rodeo! This bicycle safety event for the community will take place Saturday, May 2 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. in the parking lot between the Arrillaga Family Gymnasium (600 Alma St.) and the Menlo Park Library (800 Alma St.). Read more...
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| Save the date: Housing and Neighborhood Resource Fair May 16
Your path to housing starts here! Join the City of Menlo Park and local organizations at a Housing and Neighborhood Resource Fair May 16 from 1–4 p.m. at Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.) to learn more about affordable housing and other services. Attendees will gain a better understanding of City and non-profit resources and services regarding affordable housing, tenant protections, legal assistance, health, food assistance and more! Raffle giveaway and snacks will be provided! Read more...
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| Belle Haven Pools are open! Register for summer swim programs
Belle Haven Pool is open and operational! Also, registration for summer swim programs at Belle Haven and Burgess pools is now open. Swim camps, lap swim, open swim, Aqua Fit, and swim lessons for kids and adults are available. View the full schedule online, explore our programs on our website or stop by the pool window for more information at menloswim.com. We look forward to seeing you at one of our pools! Read more...
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| Join us for the Love our Earth Festival April 25
Celebrate and connect with community for #EarthMonth2026 at the fifth annual Love Our Earth Festival, Saturday, April 25 from noon–3 p.m. With more than 50 local exhibitors, there's something for everyone: learn from sustainability experts, access resources from local organizations and partake in some family fun with lots of activities! The first 100 attendees will receive a $10 free food token. The event is sponsored by the City of Menlo Park, 350 Silicon Valley, Acterra, City of East Palo Alto, Menlo Spark and Peninsula Clean Energy. Read more...
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| Submit comments on the 1005 O'Brien Drive and 1320 Willow Road Project Draft EIR by May 18
Wednesday, April 1, the City released the Notice of Availability (NOA) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed 1005 O’Brien Drive and 1320 Willow Road project. The release of the Draft EIR begins a 45-day comment period required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The City is requesting comments on the Draft EIR with the comment period starting Wednesday, April 1, and ending at 5 p.m. Monday, May 18. Written comments should be submitted by email to Senior Planner Chris Turner at CRTurner@menlopark.gov or by letter to Chris Turner, Community Development (701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025). Email correspondence is preferred. Read more...
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| Temporary pedestrian detour at Bedwell Bayfront Park entrance
The pedestrian entry access to Bedwell Bayfront Park will be modified temporarily to allow for construction work as part of the West Bay Sanitary District's Bayfront Recycled Water Project. A detour will be in place, and pedestrians will be routed to an existing nearby path as an alternative point of entry. Read more...
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| Apply now for the Electrification Bundle Program for Belle Haven renters
The City of Menlo Park, in partnership with the Belle Haven Community Development Fund, has launched the Electrification Bundle Program for Belle Haven renters. The program is a new initiative designed to help Belle Haven renters access cleaner, safer and more efficient home appliances at no cost. The program provides electrification items like heat pumps, induction cooktops and air purifiers for no cost. Read more...
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