Parks and Recreation CommissionMenlo Park
2025-26 Aquatics user survey results
Staff shared findings from the 2025‑26 aquatics user survey, covering pool usage and satisfaction.
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Staff shared findings from the 2025‑26 aquatics user survey, covering pool usage and satisfaction.
The staff report proposes a new title and reorganizes the racquet sport court policy. It adds headings for hours, rental guidelines, contact info, and corrects typographical errors.
What's happening
Why it matters
The changes will clarify how residents can reserve tennis and pickleball courts, set rental fees, and outline user responsibilities, affecting court availability and fees.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the next commission meeting to share your view.
Email: Email the City Clerk at jaherren@menlopark.gov.
Submit comment: Submit written comments to the City Clerk before the next public hearing.
Decision update
The item “Recommend updates to racquet sport court policy” passed (6–0–1).
Decided Mar 25, 2026.
Staff presented updates and statistics from the Library and Community Services department, including program attendance.
Staff presented recent updates on the city’s gymnastics programs, including class schedules and enrollment information.
The council will adopt a resolution accepting the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report, which includes the Housing Element and Environmental Justice Element.
What's happening
Why it matters
Shows the city is tracking progress on housing and environmental equity, informing future planning.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the meeting or watch via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Adopt 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Mar 24, 2026.
The council will discuss and provide direction on possible programming options for the Belle Haven Pool. This study session seeks input on recreational offerings.
What's happening
Why it matters
Decisions will shape recreational opportunities for families and youth 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 item “Provide direction for Belle Haven Pool programming” was direction provided.
Decided Mar 24, 2026.
The Commission will consider a resolution recommending the City Council accept the 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Report, which updates progress on the Housing Element and Environmental Justice Element.
Staff presented a recommendation that the commission endorse ending the pilot with the current back‑in angled parking configuration. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.
What's happening
Why it matters
If adopted, the permanent parking layout will keep the safer back‑in angled design, improve driver visibility, and maintain parking capacity for park users.
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 item “Recommend conclusion of Nealon Park Parking Pilot Project to City Council” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Mar 11, 2026.
Council authorized the city manager to amend the existing agreement with Knorr Systems Inc. for aquatics systems maintenance up to $130,114.38 for fiscal year 2025‑26.
The meeting was held on Feb. 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom (ID# 879 3070 9093) and in the City Hall Downtown Conference Room, 1st Floor, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park. The agenda included discussion of Senate Bill 1383 waste‑reduction efforts, a food‑systems subcommittee report, an electric‑vehicle charging rate study update, and the 2025‑26 work plan.
Residents can speak for up to three minutes on any subject not on the agenda. No name required, but helpful. Comments are limited to one per person.
Staff provided a summary of recent projects supporting pickleball facilities.
Staff presented the 2025 aquatics program report, covering usage statistics, fees, and operational challenges for Belle Haven and Burgess pools.
Staff will provide an update on the municipal water rate study, outlining current findings and possible rate adjustments.
Staff will present an update on the solid waste rate study, reviewing findings and potential rate changes.
Staff will report on the spenddown progress of the communitywide electrification project grant.
Staff will present the 2025 aquatics program annual report, an independent financial analysis, and the results of a community survey.
The meeting scheduled for February 18, 2026 at 6 p.m. was cancelled. The next special meeting is set for February 26, 2026.
The City Council will consider a resolution to begin the Menlo Park Landscaping Assessment District for fiscal year 2026‑27. The resolution would direct the city to prepare an engineer’s report and set up the annual assessment.
Staff recommends updates to the picnic rental policy, including reformatting, new timeframes, additional guidelines, updated contact information, and typographical corrections.
What's happening
Why it matters
Changes affect how residents and non‑residents reserve picnic areas, fees, rules, and insurance requirements, impacting community events.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on Jan. 28, 2026 at Arrillaga Family Recreation Center or via Zoom.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comment is allowed on agenda items during the meeting; speak up during the designated time.
Decision update
The item “Update to Menlo Park picnic rental policy” passed (5–0–2).
Decided Jan 28, 2026.
Staff report provides an update on the planning of a community fun run scheduled for April 25, 2026, including route, sponsorship efforts, and upcoming subcommittee meetings.
Staff presented three options for the Middle Avenue undercrossing of the Caltrain tracks and asked the council to provide direction. Options include finalizing a shovel‑ready design, phasing the project, or discontinuing it.
What's happening
Why it matters
A safe undercrossing will give pedestrians and cyclists a protected way to cross the tracks, improving mobility and reducing accidents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Watch the study session live on Zoom or in person at City Council Chambers.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Direction on Middle Avenue pedestrian and bicycle rail crossing” was direction provided.
Decided Jan 27, 2026.
The Council will approve a construction contract to Medallion Landscape Maintenance for the Smart Irrigation Infrastructure project. The action is deemed categorically exempt under CEQA guidelines.
What's happening
Why it matters
The project will improve water efficiency for city landscaping and reduce long‑term maintenance costs.
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 “Award contract for Smart Irrigation Infrastructure” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided Jan 27, 2026.
Staff presented a briefing on the ongoing solar photovoltaic projects at several city buildings, including the library, city hall, and community centers. The projects are being installed under a 20‑year power purchase agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy.