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Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
The council will consider adopting a resolution that rescinds a previous resolution and adopts a new purchasing policy (Procedure CC-26-024).
The applicant asks for a BMR guideline incentive to allow smaller units and waive impact fees.
The council will adopt a resolution listing projects that can receive SB1 funds for FY 2026-27.
Council will consider and adopt a series of resolutions that include the FY 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan, set an appropriations limit, amend the salary schedule, extend rate assistance programs, and accept award authority for bids through June 2027.
The council adopted a resolution to hold a general municipal election for three City Council seats and to consolidate the election with the statewide election on Nov. 3. The city manager is authorized to execute an agreement with the county elections office.
Council will consider and adopt a resolution adopting the fiscal year 2026-27 budget and capital improvement plan.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget funds city services and projects for the next fiscal year; adopting it ensures municipal operations continue and sets spending limits.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or join via Zoom (Meeting ID 832 1285 7140)
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time
Decision update
The City Council directed staff to use Fund 111 to fund specified reductions in library and community services and to prepare a proposal for a possible gymnastics‑fee increase of up to 20% for future consideration.
Decided Jun 23, 2026.
Council members will vote on a resolution to hold the next municipal election for three council seats on the same day as the statewide election (Nov. 3). The resolution also authorizes the city manager to sign an agreement with the county elections office for election services.
Staff will provide an update on the city’s FY 2026-27 budget process and timeline.
Council will conduct a public hearing and consider adoption of a resolution approving maximum rate increases for waste, recycling, and compost collection for commercial, multi‑family, and single‑family customers.
What's happening
Why it matters
The rate changes determine how much customers pay for trash, recycling, and compost services, ensuring costs cover full service as required by Proposition 218.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or join via Zoom (ID 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time to city.council@menlopark.gov
Decision update
The item “Adopt solid waste rate increases for FY 2026‑27” passed (4–1).
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan.
What's happening
Why it matters
The budget decisions affect city services, taxes, and how the city addresses staffing shortages.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Zoom.us/join – ID# 832 1285 7140 or in‑person at City Council Chambers, 751 Laurel St.
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on FY 2026‑27 budget and adopt FY 2025‑26 budget amendment” was approved with amendments unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan.
Council is asked to adopt a resolution overruling protests, confirming the assessment area, and ordering the levy and collection of assessments for the Landscaping Assessment District for FY 2026‑27.
Council is asked to approve a three‑year maintenance agreement up to $600,000 for on‑call vehicle upfitting services.
City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan.
The council will conduct a public hearing, receive rate protest comments, and consider adopting a resolution that approves maximum increases in rates for collection, processing, and disposal of waste, recycling, and compost for commercial, multi‑family, and single‑family customers.
What's happening
Why it matters
Rate changes affect how much households and businesses pay for trash and recycling services, impacting household budgets and city revenue.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting on June 9, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Consider solid waste rate increase for all customers” was approved.
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The council is asked to authorize a three‑year maintenance agreement with Priority 1 Public Safety Equipment Installation, Inc. for on‑call vehicle upfitting services, up to $600,000, with options to extend for two additional one‑year terms.
The City Council is asked to authorize the city manager to sign a contract with Tripepi Smith for communications support services for fiscal year 2026‑27. The contract would allow up to $255,000 in spending and can be extended yearly for up to three additional one‑year terms.
The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan, discuss workforce vacancies, recruitment and retention, and consider a resolution to amend the FY 2025‑26 budget.
The council will adopt a resolution that overrules any protests, orders improvements, confirms the assessment area, and authorizes the levy and collection of assessments for the Landscaping Assessment District for FY 2026‑27.
The council will conduct a public hearing, consider any rate protests, and adopt a resolution approving maximum rate increases for waste, recycling, and compost collection for commercial, multi‑family, and single‑family customers, effective July 1, 2026.
The council will consider a resolution that raises the tree assessment to $104.68 and the sidewalk assessment to $62.44 per single‑family equivalent for FY 2026‑27.
The council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve maximum rate increases for waste, recycling, and compost collection, effective July 1, 2026, with annual adjustments through 2030.
Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan, discuss staffing vacancies, and consider a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2025‑26 budget.
What's happening
Why it matters
Determines how city funds are allocated for services, projects, and staffing, directly impacting taxpayers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or join via Zoom (ID 832 1285 7140).
Email: jaherren@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Public hearing on FY 2026‑27 budget and capital plan” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve maximum rate increases for collection, processing, and disposal of waste, recycling, and compost for commercial, multi‑family, and single‑family customers.
