City CouncilMenlo Park
Update on municipal water rate study
Staff will provide an update on the municipal water rate study, outlining current findings and possible rate adjustments.
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Staff will provide an update on the municipal water rate study, outlining current findings and possible rate adjustments.
Staff will present the 2025 aquatics program annual report, an independent financial analysis, and the results of a community survey.
Council will consider and adopt a resolution to amend the city’s fiscal year 2025‑26 budget. The amendment may reallocate funds among city programs.
What's happening
Why it matters
Budget changes affect how city services are funded, impacting taxpayers and program availability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom as listed.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Amend fiscal year 2025‑26 city budget” was approved with amendments unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Feb 24, 2026.
Council will review applicants and select a member to fill an unexpired vacancy on the East Palo Alto Sanitary District Advisory Committee. The decision will be made during the meeting.
Council will receive direction on a lease agreement for the city-owned property at 555 Ravenswood Avenue and discuss a framework for a longer‑term lease.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leasing the property could generate revenue for the city and affect future land use in the area.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom as listed.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Lease direction for city property at 555 Ravenswood Ave” was direction provided.
Decided Feb 24, 2026.
Staff will present an update on the solid waste rate study, reviewing findings and potential rate changes.
City staff will meet with representatives from AFSCME Local 829, Menlo Park Officers’ Association, Police Sergeants’ Association, and SEIU Local 521 to discuss labor agreements. The discussion will be held in a closed session.
Staff will report on the spenddown progress of the communitywide electrification project grant.
Council will consider a resolution to amend the operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2025‑26, adding additional appropriations. The amendment updates spending plans based on recent revenue and staffing changes.
Council will consider applicants and appoint a resident to fill the vacant seat on the East Palo Alto Sanitary District Advisory Committee. The seat must be filled by a Menlo Park resident within the EPASD service area.
Staff recommends the Council continue the stipend program that pays up to $200 per month to each Planning Commissioner. The program costs $16,800 for fiscal year 2026‑27.
What's happening
Why it matters
Stipends help compensate commissioners for their time, supporting the planning process that affects land use and development.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment to city.council@menlopark.gov up to one hour before meeting.
Decision update
The item “Review and continue Planning Commission stipend program” was approved.
Decided Feb 24, 2026.
Council will adopt a resolution to install a no‑stopping zone on the south side of Pierce Road between Carlton Avenue and Del Norte Avenue. The measure follows the Transportation Master Plan and Vision Zero goals.
What's happening
Why it matters
Restricting stopping improves traffic flow and safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians along this residential street.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment to city.council@menlopark.gov up to one hour before meeting.
Decision update
The item “Create no‑stopping zone on Pierce Road” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Feb 24, 2026.
Council will provide direction on a lease for the historic Gatehouse at 555 Ravenswood Ave and consider a framework for a longer‑term lease. Staff is weighing whether to negotiate exclusively with the current lessee or issue an RFP.
Residents can send written comments to city.council@menlopark.gov up to one hour before the meeting start time. They may also speak for up to three minutes during the public comment period.
Staff provides a list of anticipated agenda items for the March 10 and 24 City Council meetings. No action is required by the Council.