City CouncilMenlo Park
Vote on building permit fee schedule amendment
Council will consider a resolution to amend the master fee schedule for building permits.
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Council will consider a resolution to amend the master fee schedule for building permits.
The council will approve the draft minutes from the June 23, 2026 meeting.
Staff provides a list of anticipated agenda items for the City Council meetings in August and September 2026.
The police department provided its Q2 2026 staff report (26-129-CC).
What's happening
Why it matters
Keeps the public informed about recent law‑enforcement activities and trends.
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.
Decision update
The City Council voted unanimously to adopt a resolution amending the Master Fee Schedule to correct a clerical error in the building permit fee schedule for community development, revising the “each additional square foot” fee to eliminate a tier discontinuity.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The City Council is asked to receive and file the City’s investment portfolio quarterly reports dated March 31 2026.
The City Council will read a proclamation recognizing The Almanac’s 60-year anniversary.
The Library Commission shared its 2025‑2026 work plan, outlining five goals and recent program statistics.
What's happening
Why it matters
Residents learn about upcoming library programs, services, and leadership, which affect community access to information and resources.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or join via Zoom.
Email: Submit written comments to city.council@menlopark.gov.
Submit comment: Email comments up to one hour before the meeting start time.
Decision update
The Library Commission postponed the annual work plan presentation to a future meeting, so no decision was made at this time.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
City staff will meet with legal counsel to discuss a potential lawsuit.
The staff report provides a list of anticipated agenda items for upcoming council meetings in August and September 2026.
Residents can submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting start time.
The City Council will read a proclamation recognizing the Guild Theatre’s 100-year anniversary.
The regular meeting scheduled for August 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM has been cancelled.
Members will hold an open roundtable to share information on waste‑reduction initiatives.
The subcommittee will provide direction to staff on placing future business matters on upcoming agendas.
Members of the public may address the Committee on any relevant topic.
Supervisor Duong appointed Betty Jew and Amari Sims to the Youth Task Force.
The Procurement Department provided a semi‑monthly report listing upcoming RFPs, RFSQs and RFGAs expected after August 11, 2026.
Supervisor Duong nominated Denis O'Neal for reappointment to the Santa Clara County Housing Authority.
What's happening
Why it matters
These appointments shape policies on affordable housing and early‑education services that affect local residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join the Zoom video conference (link in agenda).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board according to the public‑comment instructions posted on the Board’s website.
Decision update
The item “Approve appointments to Housing Authority and FIRST 5 Commission” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
FIFA donated approximately five pallets of deodorant and body wash valued at $28,953.
The board will receive a report from the Commission on the Status of Women.
Approve retroactive Seventh Amendment to contracts with Pacific Clinics, Star View Children and Family Services, and Rebekah Children's Services, increasing each maximum amount from $18,522,000 to $21,043,000 and extending the agreements through June 30, 2027.
What's happening
Why it matters
The added funding ensures continued delivery of the Wraparound Services program, which provides mental‑health and supportive services to vulnerable residents of the county.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via the Zoom link provided in the agenda.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve amendments to Wraparound Services contracts” was approved with amendments.
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The Board will review updated conflict‑of‑interest codes for six local agencies, including health, wastewater, and several school districts.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approved codes increase transparency and help prevent improper influence in agencies that serve the public.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/85813003261.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the Clerk’s office at (408) 299-5001 before the meeting, following the public comment instructions.
Decision update
The item “Review and approve conflict of interest codes” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
Board will receive a report on the Defined Contribution Plans Investment Policy Statement.
What's happening
Why it matters
The updated plan adds a Roth contribution option and automatic enrollment, affecting county employees' retirement savings.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at 70 West Hedding Street, San Jose, or join via Zoom at https://sccgov-org.zoom.us/j/85813003261.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve restated 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan” was approved unanimously (Ayes: Arenas, Duong, Lee, Ellenberg, Abe-Koga; Noes: None).
Decided Aug 11, 2026.
The Administration provided a monthly status report on outstanding referrals and information requests from Board meetings and Policy Committee meetings.