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City Council to discuss Coleman Avenue Pilot Project on April 29

At the upcoming April 29 meeting, Menlo Park City Council will take action on the proposed parking removal from the north side of Coleman Avenue to add a bike lane and installation of stop signs on Coleman Avenue at Santa Monica Avenue. Join the City Council meeting at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers (751 Laurel St.) or via Zoom to participate in the discussion and share your feedback on proposed improvements… Click to continue

Apply for the Sustainable San Mateo County Youth Advisory Council by April 25

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a real impact in San Mateo County? Sustainable San Mateo County is launching its inaugural Youth Advisory Council — a unique opportunity for young leaders (ages 15-24) who live, work or attend school in San Mateo County to collaborate on environmental and social sustainability solutions, advise the Board of Directors and amplify youth voices in local decision-making. Apply by Friday, April 25 to use your voice to make a positive impact on the environment in San Mateo County… Click to continue

Menlo Park accepts $3M in sustainability, housing and mobility grants

On April 15, Menlo Park City Council adopted two resolutions accepting over $3 million in competitive funding from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. This funding will help the City of Menlo Park install electric vehicle chargers, advance planning initiatives focused on housing policy development and parking management and enhance collaboration with other cities to advance affordable housing… Click to continue

CERT Academy increases emergency prepared volunteers

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) academy, operated by the Menlo Park Fire Protection District, recently completed training for its latest group of volunteers. The CERT program provides community members with hands-on training in basic disaster preparedness, fire extinguisher usage, disaster medical care, first aid training, search and rescue techniques and neighborhood team building. With the completion of the recent academy, the number of CERT-trained volunteers on the Menlo Park Fire team has increased to over 70… Click to continue

Save on Rachio water efficiency systems through April 24 for Earth Day

To celebrate Earth Day, Rachio is offering additional savings through April 24. Menlo Park Municipal Water (MPMW) partners with Rachio to offer customers a discounted price when purchasing a Rachio Smart Irrigation Controller system. MPMW customers can save up to $170 with controllers starting at $80... Click to continue

Celebrate Earth Day at the Love our Earth Festival - April 26

Did you know Earth Day is on April 22? It’s a time to reflect on our planet, take action and celebrate sustainability! But why stop at just one day? Let’s extend the celebration by coming together for the Love Our Earth Festival, April 26 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Belle Haven Community Campus (BHCC) at 100 Terminal Ave... Click to continue

Be Wildfire Safe & Ready with San Mateo County on April 26

Prepare yourself and your family for wildfire emergencies. Join the County of San Mateo Department of Emergency Management for Be Wildfire Safe & Ready, a free community event Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at San Mateo County Event Center, Fiesta Hall, 1346 Saratoga Dr. Attendees can look forward to informative presentations and useful resources with free parking and admission. See an overview of the event's sessions... Click to continue

MPPD invites you to register for the Bike Rodeo at Flood Park May 4

Join the Menlo Park Police Department and the California Highway Patrol Redwood City for a community bicycle safety event Sunday, May 4, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Flood Park, 215 Bay Road... Click to continue

Join the San Mateo County ADU Resource Center May 10 to learn about building an ADU

Learn more about ADUs at a free event on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. – noon at Twin Pines Senior & Community Center (20 Twin Pines Ln., Belmont), hosted by the ADU Resource Center of San Mateo County. The event will feature Ryan O'Connell from "How to ADU” and will allow homeowners interested in building an ADU to speak directly with industry professionals... Click to continue

Learn how going electric can create a healthier home May 10

Learn about how you can create a healthier home with Stanford University’s Doerr School of Sustainability’s professor Rob Jackson, Ph.D., and Peninsula Clean Energy at a free community event on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Congregational Church of San Mateo (225 Tilton Ave, San Mateo). Learn more and register online... Click to continue

Visit Menlo Park energizer stations during Bike to Work Day

Thursday, May 15 is Bike to Work Day. To celebrate, the City of Menlo Park will be hosting five energizer stations with snacks, water, education and bicycling accessories to promote and encourage people biking. Join us at the Caltrain Northbound Station, Caltrain Southbound Station, Ringwood Avenue Bike Bridge, Willow Place Bike Bridge and San Mateo Bike Bridge from 7 – 10 a.m. on May 15... Click to continue

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