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City Council to consider Specific Plan amendments June 23

Published on June 15, 2026

Tuesday, June 23, beginning at 6 p.m., the City Council is scheduled to consider adoption of amendments to the El Camino Real/Downtown Specific Plan. Please attend the hearing to learn more about the proposed Specific Plan amendments and share your feedback.

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Affordable housing - waitlist applications open through July 10

Published on June 15, 2026

Applications are now open for affordable rental units at Willow Terrace (1121 Willow Road, Menlo Park). Applications are due July 10 at 5 p.m. Applications are open for one-bedroom units at the 80% Area Median Income Level. Applicants will be placed on a waitlist to fill future vacancies.

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New electric vehicle and e-bike incentives available

Published on June 01, 2026

Ready to make the switch to cleaner transportation? The City of Menlo Park has launched an electric vehicle rebate and e-bike voucher program to help eligible residents save on clean transportation. Qualifying residents may receive a $2,000 rebate for a new or used electric vehicle and/or a $1,000 voucher for an eligible e-bike. Funding is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Electric vehicle charging fees increasing July 1

Published on June 01, 2026

Beginning July 1, fees at City-owned electric vehicle (EV) charging stations will increase following City Council approval of the updated Master Fee Schedule April 28. The updated rates support the City's cost recovery efforts and help offset the ongoing costs of operating and maintaining public charging infrastructure.

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Upcoming waste checks of residential and commercial bins

Published on June 01, 2026

On behalf of the City of Menlo Park, Recology will perform waste checks of residential carts and commercial bin contents. The reviews will take place in the morning prior to Recology's scheduled pickups starting in June and last for 6-8 weeks throughout the summer.

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City Council adopts Menlo Park's first Anti-Displacement Plan

Published on May 26, 2026

At its May 19 meeting, the City Council adopted the City’s first Anti-Displacement Plan, marking a significant step to combat the displacement of its residents. Displacement occurs when people are forced to relocate from their homes or neighborhoods due to factors outside of their control.

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New public seating available at the 600 Block Public Plaza May 31

Published on May 26, 2026

The 600 Block Public Plaza on Santa Cruz Avenue is undergoing a major transformation. Once complete, the plaza will have seating, new landscaping, shade canopies and space for performances and entertainment. The plaza will be a central downtown location for community gatherings. In the meantime, new furnishings are being installed, available to the public as open seating.

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Draft 2025 Urban Water Management Plan available for public review

Published on May 26, 2026

The Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and associated Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) are a critical part of meeting Menlo Park Municipal Water customers’ long-range water supply needs for both normal and dry year weather conditions.

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Attend the Downtown Development Study Session June 2

Published on May 26, 2026

Join us for a study session on the development of the downtown parking lots. The City Council will conduct a special meeting Tuesday, June 2, at 6 p.m. in the City Council Chambers (751 Laurel St.). This is an opportunity to learn more about the development teams and their vision for Parking Plazas 1, 2 and 3.

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Upcoming City tree maintenance

Published on May 11, 2026

Regular tree maintenance is an important component of a healthy urban forest. In May, the City’s tree maintenance contractor, West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA), will have crews working in Belle Haven, Sharon Park and Stanford Hills Park.

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City Council to consider Specific Plan amendments June 23

Affordable housing - waitlist applications open through July 10

New electric vehicle and e-bike incentives available

Electric vehicle charging fees increasing July 1

Upcoming waste checks of residential and commercial bins

City Council adopts Menlo Park's first Anti-Displacement Plan

New public seating available at the 600 Block Public Plaza May 31

Draft 2025 Urban Water Management Plan available for public review

Attend the Downtown Development Study Session June 2

Upcoming City tree maintenance

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