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Residents can submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting start time. Comments are emailed to city.council@menlopark.gov.
Council members will discuss a possible waiver of development fees for the annexation of the West Menlo Triangle area.
What's happening
Why it matters
A fee waiver could reduce costs for developers and impact the city’s revenue for infrastructure.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting to hear the discussion.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Consider fee waiver for West Menlo Triangle annexation” passed (3–1–1).
Decided Jan 13, 2026.
Staff will provide an update on the progress of the Middle Avenue pedestrian and bicycle rail crossing improvement.
Staff will give an update on the city’s shuttle service, including any changes or performance information.
What's happening
Why it matters
Shuttle service affects daily commuters and residents who rely on public transit.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting to hear the update.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Update on city shuttle operations” passed (3–1–1).
Decided Jan 13, 2026.
The City Council will receive the annual report summarizing fees collected for transportation, storm drainage, construction, water capacity, recreation, and housing in‑lie fees as of June 30, 2025. The report shows revenue amounts and how fees are used for public improvements.
What's happening
Why it matters
Shows how fee revenues fund infrastructure and affordable housing, affecting taxpayers and developers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting to hear the report.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The City Council voted 4‑0‑1 to approve the consent calendar that includes the annual report on development impact and in‑lie fees collected through June 30 2025, finalizing its adoption.
Decided Jan 13, 2026.
Members of the public may submit written comments up to one hour before the meeting start time and can also speak in person or via Zoom.
The Council will appoint liaisons to represent the city on the San Mateo County Transit District and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority boards.
What's happening
Why it matters
These positions help ensure the city’s transportation needs are considered in regional planning.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person or via Zoom.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Appointment of City Council liaisons to transit agencies” passed (4–0–1).
Decided Jan 13, 2026.