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Information on June-July 2026 agenda topics
Staff provides a list of anticipated agenda items for upcoming council meetings.
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Staff provides a list of anticipated agenda items for upcoming council meetings.
The City Council will proclaim June 2026 as Pride Month in Menlo Park.
The council will formally accept the draft minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting.
Council will adopt a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth.
Council will approve the draft minutes from the May 12 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approved minutes become the official record of decisions and discussions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. on June 9, 2026.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Accept City Council meeting minutes for May 12, 2026” was approved with amendments unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jun 9, 2026.
The council is asked to approve a contract up to $255,000 for communications support services for FY 2026‑27.
The council will proclaim June 2026 as Pride Month.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation designating June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth. The proclamation commemorates the end of slavery and highlights cultural events at the Belle Haven Community Campus.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation declaring June 2026 as Pride Month. The proclamation affirms the city’s commitment to LGBTQIA+ visibility, dignity, and equality.
The City Council will adopt a proclamation recognizing Juneteenth on June 19, 2026. The proclamation commemorates the end of slavery and highlights the contributions of Black Americans.
The City Council will authorize the city manager to sign a contract with Tripepi Smith for communications support services for FY 2026‑27, with a maximum value of $255,000.
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.
The city manager will execute an agreement with Tripepi Smith for communications support services for fiscal year 2026‑27.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures the city can effectively communicate information about services and emergencies to residents.
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 “Authorize communications support services contract” was approved with amendments 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.
Residents could submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting, attend in person or via Zoom, and call a phone line to speak. The city clerk will field technical issues and email inquiries.
The agenda lists upcoming Planning Commission meeting dates: June 22 2026 and July 13 2026.
The commission will approve the court reporter transcript and minutes from the May 4, 2026 Planning Commission meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the record ensures the meeting’s decisions are officially documented.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: In-person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 846 9472 6242)
Email: planning.commission@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to 1 hour before the meeting start time, referencing agenda item E2.
Decision update
The Commission approved the court reporter transcript and minutes from the May 4, 2026 Planning Commission meeting.
Decided Jun 8, 2026.
Public hearing on installation of inch‑diameter galvanized posts driven into the ground.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:38 p.m.
The item concerns retaining non‑heritage trees on the project site.
The item concerns retaining non‑heritage trees on the project site.
The item concerns retaining non‑heritage trees on the project site.
The item proposes removing non‑heritage trees on the project site.
Chair Ehrich formally closed the meeting at 11:38 p.m.