Planning CommissionMenlo Park
Future Planning Commission meeting schedule
The agenda lists upcoming Planning Commission meetings on August 10 and August 24, 2026.
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The agenda lists upcoming Planning Commission meetings on August 10 and August 24, 2026.
The commission will select a chair and a vice chair.
City Council will consider a resolution rescinding an old resolution and adopting Procedure CC-26-024 to modernize the city's purchasing policy.
The council will vote to adopt a resolution that changes the city’s Public Meeting Accessibility policy.
The council will adopt a resolution that lets the city manager sign the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement with San Mateo County for the Community Development Block Grant program.
The council will rescind Resolution No. 6704 and adopt Procedure CC‑26‑024, updating the city’s purchasing policy.
The City Council is considering authorizing the city manager to sign the second amendment to the Urban County Cooperation Agreement with San Mateo County for the Community Development Block Grant program.
The City Council is considering rescinding Resolution No. 6704 and adopting a new purchasing policy (Procedure CC‑26‑024) that updates award authority and bid requirements.
The City Council is asked to adopt a resolution that updates Policy #CC-26-030 to improve meeting accessibility.
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 adopt a resolution dedicating a public utility easement adjacent to 100 Terminal Avenue.
The council will vote on a resolution to update City Council Policy #CC-26-030, improving accessibility for public meetings.
Commission will vote to adopt the minutes from the June 22, 2026 meeting.
The City Council is considering a new agreement with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local 829.
The council will adopt a resolution to schedule the election for three council seats on Nov. 3.
The City will adopt a resolution approving a new memorandum of understanding with AFSCME Local 829.
The council will adopt a resolution to hold a General Municipal Election for Districts 1, 2, and 4 on Nov. 3, consolidating with the statewide election.
The Council will call a General Municipal Election for three City Council seats in Districts 1, 2 and 4 on Nov 3.
The city proposes a three‑year agreement with Significant Cleaning Services for janitorial and day‑porter work at city facilities, up to $642,000 in FY 2026‑27.
The council will adopt a resolution to schedule the election for three council seats on Nov. 3, aligning it with the statewide general election.
The Council will adopt a resolution calling a General Municipal Election for three City Council seats in Districts 1, 2 and 4.
The council will adopt a resolution calling a General Municipal Election for Districts 1, 2, and 4 and will request that the election be consolidated with the statewide election on Nov 3. The resolution also authorizes the city manager to sign an agreement with San Mateo County for election services.
Council will adopt a maintenance agreement with Significant Cleaning Services to provide janitorial and day‑porter services at various city facilities.
The Commission will vote to approve the meeting minutes from the April 27, May 4, and May 18, 2026 Planning Commission meetings.
What's happening
Why it matters
Approving the minutes makes the past discussions and decisions part of the public record.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at City Council Chambers or join via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Commission approved the consent calendar, thereby adopting the minutes from the April 27, May 4, and May 18, 2026 Planning Commission meetings.
Decided Jun 8, 2026.
Staff recommended that the commission select a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026‑27 fiscal year, following City Council policy CC‑24‑004. The recommendation explains the rotation process based on length of service.
What's happening
Why it matters
The Chair leads meetings and represents the commission to the City Council, influencing how park policies are set and communicated.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting in person at Belle Haven Community Campus or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Select new Parks and Recreation Commission Chair and Vice Chair” passed (4–0–3).
Decided May 27, 2026.
The Library Commission will choose a new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2026‑27 fiscal year. Staff recommends following the existing rotation rule, where the longest‑serving member who hasn’t been Chair becomes Chair, and the next longest‑serving becomes Vice Chair.
What's happening
Why it matters
The Chair leads meetings, sets agendas, and represents the Commission, while the Vice Chair steps in when needed. New leadership affects how library policies and programs are guided.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at Arrillaga Family Recreation Center or online via Zoom (Meeting ID 885 4389 1290).
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Select new Library Commission Chair and Vice Chair” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided May 18, 2026.
The city manager is authorized to buy books and media from Ingram Content Group, up to $141,785 for fiscal year 2025-26.
The council will approve a contract with Cratus, Inc. to replace the Sand Hill water main. The contract is limited to $6,157,530 and will draw funds from the water capital fund.
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.
What's happening
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
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.
Decision update
The item “Award Radius Earthwork contract for Bay and Pierce Road Improvement” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Apr 14, 2026.
Council members will consider and adopt a resolution establishing a policy to improve accessibility at public meetings.
What's happening
Why it matters
The policy ensures that people with disabilities can fully participate in city government processes.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the council meeting in person or via Zoom (ID# 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Adopt policy for public meeting accessibility” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jan 27, 2026.