Public spending, fees, taxes, bonds, contracts, and the tradeoffs behind public money.
The commission will review updates to the fiscal year 2026-27 investment policy for the City and the Successor Agency.
Insight Investment reviews the policy each fiscal year to ensure compliance with state law.
EQC will consider a request for City Council to fund the Urban Forest Management Plan through the annual budget.
The commission will consider a request for the City Council to fund the urban canopy program and adopt an ordinance requiring sellers to disclose tree and heritage‑tree information to buyers. The staff report also recommends denying an appeal to remove a heritage tree at 2174 Clayton Dr.
City Council will consider a resolution to amend the master fee schedule, increasing gymnastics program fees by up to 20% for resident participants.
The council is asked to adopt a resolution amending the master fee schedule to increase gymnastics program fees by up to 20% for the Fall 2026 session.
Council will consider a resolution to update the master fee schedule for gymnastic programs in the library and community services.
The council will rescind the old purchasing resolution and adopt a new City Council Procedure that updates award authority and bid requirements for city purchases.
City Council will consider and adopt a resolution to amend the master fee schedule, changing the fees for gymnastic programs offered by the library and community services.
The City Council is asked to approve a construction contract with SCC Electric, Inc. for electrifying the Belle Haven Child Development Center.
The council will consider adopting a resolution that rescinds a previous resolution and adopts a new purchasing policy (Procedure CC-26-024).
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.
Council will consider and adopt resolutions to approve the city’s fiscal year 2026‑27 budget, capital improvement plan, salary schedule changes, and other financial measures.
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.
The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026‑27 budget and capital improvement plan.
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 City Council approved a resolution setting maximum solid‑waste rates for collection, processing, and disposal for all customers effective July 1 2026, with annual adjustments through 2030.
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 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 City Council unanimously adopted the resolution approving the preliminary engineer’s report and ordering the levy and collection of assessments for the Landscaping Assessment District for FY 2026‑27.
Decided May 12, 2026.
The Council will vote on a resolution to lower the Utility Users Tax to zero percent. This item is listed on the consent calendar.
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.
The City Council will consider a resolution to begin the Menlo Park Landscaping Assessment District for fiscal year 2026‑27. The resolution would direct the city to prepare an engineer’s report and set up the annual assessment.
Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the October 16, 2025 Finance and Audit Commission meeting.
