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Utilities, public works, permits, libraries, maintenance, and everyday local government operations.
The City Council invites residents to submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting starts. Comments can be sent to city.council@menlopark.gov.
The council approved a maintenance agreement with Significant Cleaning Services to provide janitorial and day porter services at various city facilities.
City Council is asked to authorize the city manager to sign a three‑year janitorial and day‑porter services agreement with Significant Cleaning Services for up to $2,004,067.
What's happening
Why it matters
It funds cleaning of city facilities, keeping public buildings and parks clean and supporting the city’s waste‑diversion goals.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In person at City Council Chambers or 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 item “Authorize janitorial services contract with Significant Cleaning Services” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jun 23, 2026.
The agenda provides instructions for members of the public to submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting start time, attend in person, or join via Zoom or telephone.
The agenda lists upcoming Planning Commission meeting dates: July 13, 2026 and July 27, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
It informs residents of future meeting dates so they can plan to attend or submit comments on upcoming agenda items.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in person at the City Council Chambers or online via Zoom (Meeting ID #846 9472 6242).
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit a written comment online up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, referencing the agenda item number.
Decision update
The Planning Commission voted to continue the item to a future meeting, and provided the upcoming Planning Commission meeting schedule.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.
Provide typical plumbing notes and mechanical notes for review.
Specify locations and heights for project elements.
Coordinate with other trades and provide submittals for review.
A resolution was presented that summarizes the public hearing and its findings.
What's happening
Why it matters
The resolution formalizes the commission’s review and may guide future actions on the project.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Planning Commission approved the section resolution, granting the applicant waivers from development standards and concessions to the BMR Guidelines for the affordable housing project. This approval is final for the use permit, architectural control, and BMR agreement.
Decided Jun 22, 2026.
Members of the public may submit written comments up to one hour before the meeting start time by emailing planning.commission@menlopark.gov and must include the agenda item number they are commenting on.
Commission will review and discuss the EQC 2025‑2026 work plan, including transportation and climate actions.
What's happening
Why it matters
Sets priorities for environmental projects and policies that affect trees, climate, and transportation in the community.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Environmental Quality Commission voted to advance the funding agreement with BayREN for the Decarbonization Showcase program to electrify the Belle Haven Child Development Center, and the motion passed unanimously, providing final approval of the agreement.
Decided Jun 17, 2026.
The subcommittee presented its report to the Environmental Quality Commission. No specific action was requested.
Staff will present the tentative agenda calendar for future commission meetings.
What's happening
Why it matters
Knowing the future meeting schedule helps residents plan to attend or comment.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Library Commission continued meeting with staff at the Belle Haven and Main Library branches to address identified needs and added several items to the tentative agenda calendar, including reviews and recommendations of upcoming work plans.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Commissioners will give their individual reports.
Staff will share updates and statistics from the Library and Community Services Department.
Staff will prepare a report on the 2025-26 Library Commission work plan.
Commissioners selected Crockett as Vice Chair and Westcott as Chair.
The commission approved the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving minutes documents past actions and maintains transparency for the community.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Library Commission voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes of its May 18, 2026 meeting; the minutes are now officially adopted.
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Staff will prepare the Library Commission’s 2026-27 work plan.
Residents may address the Library Commission on any subject not listed on the agenda. Each speaker is allowed up to three minutes and does not have to give a name or address.
The ad‑hoc subcommittee reported on its recent activities and recommendations for improving library outreach in District 1.
What's happening
Why it matters
The recommendations could expand services, programs, and access for residents of District 1.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the Library Commission meeting in person or via Zoom (Meeting ID 882 0971 1131).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Report from District 1 library outreach subcommittee” passed (5–0–2).
Decided Jun 15, 2026.
Commission members will nominate and vote to choose a Chair and a Vice Chair.
What's happening
Why it matters
Leadership positions guide the Commission’s work and set meeting agendas.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The commission approved the selection of a Chair and Vice Chair for the commission. This action is final.
Decided Jun 10, 2026.
Commission will receive an update on a major streets project.
The council will adopt a proclamation recognizing June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth.
