Local city services decisions

Apr14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Update on Capital Improvement Plan

City Council will receive an update on the city's FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Plan.

Info onlyComment period has passedApr 14Public Services

What's happening

City Council will receive an update on the city's FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Plan.

Why it matters

The plan outlines upcoming infrastructure projects that affect community facilities and services.

Who is affected

residentsbusinessestaxpayers

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.

Apr 14, 2026, 5:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 11, 2026, 7:37 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Adopted

The item “Update on Capital Improvement Plan” was adopted.

Decided Apr 14, 2026.

Apr14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Conference with labor negotiators

City Council will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with SEIU Local 829, SEIU Local 521, and Service Employees International Union Local 521 – Temporary Employees Unit.

Info onlyApr 14Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Apr14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Vote on March 10 City Council meeting minutes

The Council will accept the official record of the March 10, 2026 meeting minutes.

Info onlyComment period has passedApr 14Public Services

Apr14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Award Radius Earthwork contract for Bay and Pierce Road Improvement

The Council will vote to approve a construction contract with Radius Earthwork, Inc. for the Bay and Pierce Road Improvement project. This is a consent calendar item.

Vote scheduled Apr 14Comment period has passedApr 14Transportation

What's happening

The Council will vote to approve a construction contract with Radius Earthwork, Inc. for the Bay and Pierce Road Improvement project. This is a consent calendar item.

Why it matters

The project will repair and upgrade a key local road, improving traffic flow and safety for drivers and nearby residents.

Who is affected

driversnearby residentslocal businesses

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.

Apr 14, 2026, 5:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 3, 2026, 10:46 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The item “Award Radius Earthwork contract for Bay and Pierce Road Improvement” passed unanimously (Unanimous).

Decided Apr 14, 2026.

Apr14Tue

City CouncilMenlo Park

Public input on upcoming labor negotiations

The Council will receive a staff report and public comments about upcoming collective bargaining with SEIU Local 521 and AFSCME Local 829.

Under discussionComment period has passedApr 14Public Safety

What's happening

The Council will receive a staff report and public comments about upcoming collective bargaining with SEIU Local 521 and AFSCME Local 829.

Why it matters

Public feedback can shape the city’s negotiating position, affecting employee wages, benefits, and ultimately city services.

Who is affected

city employeestaxpayersgeneral public

How to act

Attend: Attend the public comment portion of the 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.

Apr 14, 2026, 5:30 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 3, 2026, 10:46 PM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Passed unanimously

The item “Public input on upcoming labor negotiations” passed unanimously (Unanimous).

Decided Apr 14, 2026.

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Recommend City Council accept 2025 General Plan progress report

Commission adopted a resolution recommending the City Council accept the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report, which reviews housing and environmental justice progress.

PassedApr 13Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on architectural changes and sign review for 1215 El Camino Real

Commission reviewed a request to replace exterior materials, remove a roof tower, reconfigure storefronts, and add illuminated signs at 1215 El Camino Real.

Under discussionApr 13Business & DevelopmentNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Rules for accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Commission will consider recommending to the City Council to repeal old ADU regulations and adopt updated rules that align with state law.

Under discussionApr 13HousingNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Approve minutes from March 9, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Commission voted to adopt the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting.

PassedApr 13Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on use permit for 2031 Santa Cruz Ave residential project

Commission considered and adopted a resolution to allow demolition of an existing single‑family home and construction of a new two‑story home with an accessory dwelling unit on a substandard lot in the R‑1‑U zone.

PassedApr 13HousingNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Vote on use permit for new two-story home at 2031 Santa Cruz Ave

The Commission considered and adopted a resolution to allow demolition of an existing single‑family house and construction of a new two‑story residence with an attached ADU on a substandard lot in the R‑1‑U zone. The project is CEQA Class 3 exempt.

PassedComment period has passedApr 13Housing

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Approve minutes from March 23, 2026 Planning Commission meeting

The Commission voted to adopt the March 23, 2026 meeting minutes with minor language changes. The item was part of the consent calendar.

PassedComment period has passedApr 13Public Services

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Zoning ordinance amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units

The Commission considered a recommendation to the City Council to repeal existing ADU regulations and adopt updated rules that align with state law and local objectives.

Under discussionComment period has passedApr 13Housing

What's happening

The Commission considered a recommendation to the City Council to repeal existing ADU regulations and adopt updated rules that align with state law and local objectives.

Why it matters

Changing ADU rules could make it easier for homeowners to add secondary units, increasing affordable housing options.

Who is affected

HomeownersRentersNeighborhoods

How to act

Attend: Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242) or in‑person at City Council Chambers, 751 Laurel St.

Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov

Submit comment: Send written comments to planning.commission@menlopark.gov up to 1 hour before the meeting, referencing the agenda item number.

Apr 13, 2026, 7:00 PMMeeting page SourceSummary confidence: medium

Posted Jul 4, 2026, 8:09 AM PTUpdated Aug 29, 2026, 1:24 PM PT

Decision update

Approved

The item “Zoning ordinance amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units” was approved.

Decided Apr 13, 2026.

Apr13Mon

Planning CommissionMenlo Park

Architectural control revision for 1215 El Camino Real

The Commission reviewed a request to change exterior materials, remove a roof tower, reconfigure storefronts, and add two illuminated signs at 1215 El Camino Real. Staff found no updates; the Commission chose to continue the item for a revised proposal.

Under discussionComment period has passedApr 13Business & Development

Apr13Mon

City CouncilFoster City

Public comment period for special meeting

The public may address the Council on topics listed in the special meeting notice.

Info onlyComment period has passedApr 13Public Services

Apr13Mon

City CouncilFoster City

Closed session: Threat to public services consultation

Council members will discuss a potential threat to public services with the police chief and legal counsel.

Info onlyApr 13Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

City CouncilFoster City

Closed session: Report out from closed session

Council will provide a report on matters discussed in the closed session.

Info onlyApr 13Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Apr13Mon

City CouncilFoster City

Closed session: Anticipated litigation consultation

Council will meet with legal counsel to discuss a potential lawsuit and exposure.

Info onlyApr 13Public ServicesNo comment option listed

Apr9Thu

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