City CouncilMenlo Park
Presentation: Youth Poetry Voices celebration
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Official agenda text
Consider and adopt a resolution approving the preliminary engineer’s report for the Menlo Park Landscaping Assessment District and adopt a resolution intending to order the levy and collection of assessments for the Landscaping Assessment District for fisc al year 2026-27
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Decision update
The City Council unanimously approved the preliminary engineer’s report for the Landscaping Assessment District and authorized the levy and collection of assessments for FY 2026‑27.
Decided May 12, 2026.
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Provide direction on public safety priority for fiscal year 2026 -27
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Decision update
The item “Provide direction on public safety priority for fiscal year 2026 -27” was direction provided.
Decided May 12, 2026.
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Accept the City Council meeting minutes for April 14 , 2026
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Decision update
The City Council approved the April 14, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously.
Decided May 12, 2026.
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Consider and adopt a resolution renewing Chapter 2.70 of the Menlo Park Municipal Code entitled military equipment use ordinance, renewing the Menlo Park Military Equipment Use Policy, and finding that, based on the 2025 Menlo Park Police Department annual military equipment report, each type of military equipment identified in that report complies with the standards of approval set forth in Menlo Park Police Department policy 708.7 and Government Code Section 7071(d)
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Decision update
The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution renewing the military equipment use ordinance and confirming compliance with policy standards.
Decided May 12, 2026.
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Provide direction on the five-year capital improvement plan
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Decision update
The item “Provide direction on the five-year capital improvement plan” was direction provided.
Decided May 12, 2026.
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Conduct a public hearing, rate protest hearing, and consider adoption of a resolution approving maximum rate increases for Menlo Park Municipal Water, with annual adjustments including pass - throughs of any increases in the costs of wholesale water from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, and establishing and setting water capacity charges
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Decision update
The item “Conduct a public hearing, rate protest hearing, and consider adoption of a resolution approving maximum rate increases for Menlo Park Municipal Water, with annual adjustments including pass - throughs of any increases in the costs of wholesale water from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, and establishing and setting water capacity charges” was continued to june 9.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Residents can submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting start time by emailing city.council@menlopark.gov. They may also attend in person or join via Zoom or telephone.
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Authorize the city manager to execute an amendment to the Animal Control agreement between the County of San Mateo and cities for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026
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Decision update
The item “Authorize the city manager to execute an amendment to the Animal Control agreement between the County of San Mateo and cities for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2026” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided May 12, 2026.
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Conduct a public hearing, rate protest hearing, and consider adoption of a resolution approving maximum increases in rates for the collection, processing, and disposal of waste, recycling, and compost materials for commercial, multi -family, and single-family customers, with annual adjustments
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Decision update
The item “Conduct a public hearing, rate protest hearing, and consider adoption of a resolution approving maximum increases in rates for the collection, processing, and disposal of waste, recycling, and compost materials for commercial, multi -family, and single-family customers, with annual adjustments” was continued to june 9.
Decided May 12, 2026.
The Youth Advisory Committee gave a presentation about its work plan, recent activities, and upcoming projects. Council members heard about volunteer events and community outreach.
What's happening
Why it matters
It informs officials about youth perspectives and encourages city support for youth‑led initiatives.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person or via Zoom to watch the presentation.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
No action was taken on “Youth Advisory Committee presentation to City Council”.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Staff asked the council for direction on developing the 2026‑2031 capital improvement plan, including project priorities and funding options. Input will shape which infrastructure projects move forward.
Residents can submit written comments up to one hour before the meeting start time and may also speak in person or via Zoom during the public comment period. Comments are sent to city.council@menlopark.gov.
The council considered a resolution to approve the engineer’s report and levy assessments for the Landscaping Assessment District for fiscal year 2026‑27. The proposal raises the tree maintenance assessment from $96.94 to $104.68 and sidewalk assessment from $57.82 to $62.44 per single‑family equivalent.
What's happening
Why it matters
Funding supports tree maintenance and sidewalk upkeep, directly affecting neighborhood appearance and safety.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting in person or via Zoom to hear the discussion.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve landscaping assessment levy for FY 2026‑27” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided May 12, 2026.
Staff presented an overview of public safety conditions and asked the council to set priorities for the 2026‑27 fiscal year. The discussion covered staffing, recruitment, training, data‑driven crime prevention, and technology investments.
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Introduce and waive the reading of an ordinance amending the Menlo Park Zoning Map and Title 16, Zoning, of the Menlo Park Municipal Code to add Chapter 16.57 temporarily excluding eligible sites within the El Camino Real/Downtown Specific Plan subdistricts of D (Downtown), SA -W (Station Area West), SA -E (Station Area East), ECR -SE (El Camino Real South-East), and ECR - NE -R (El Camino Real North-East Residential Emphasis) that are within 0.25 miles of the Menlo Park Caltrain Station, from Senate Bill (SB ) 79, the Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act
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Decision update
No action was taken on “Introduce and waive the reading of an ordinance amending the Menlo Park Zoning Map and Title 16, Zoning, of the Menlo Park Municipal Code to add Chapter 16.57 temporarily excluding eligible sites within the El Camino Real/Downtown Specific Plan subdistricts of D (Downtown), SA -W (Station Area West), SA -E (Station Area East), ECR -SE (El Camino Real South-East), and ECR - NE -R (El Camino Real North-East Residential Emphasis) that are within 0.25 miles of the Menlo Park Caltrain Station, from Senate Bill (SB ) 79, the Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act”.
Decided May 12, 2026.