Provide direction on Willow Road bike and pedestrian safety project
Staff presented three options: continue the current design and seek grant funding; pause design pending grant decisions; or revise the project for a lower‑cost alternative.
Roads, bike lanes, parking, transit, traffic safety, and how people move around town.
Staff presented three options: continue the current design and seek grant funding; pause design pending grant decisions; or revise the project for a lower‑cost alternative.
The council is asked to provide direction on the Willow Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Improvements Project.
Council will vote on a resolution to make back‑in angled parking permanent along Nealon Park frontage.
The City Council is considering authorizing the city manager to execute an amended memorandum of understanding with Caltrain, increasing the agreement amount to $8,020,384 to complete design and environmental clearance for the Middle Avenue Caltrain crossing project.
What's happening
Why it matters
It advances a safer pedestrian and bicycle undercrossing over Caltrain tracks, improving mobility and reducing traffic stress near Middle Avenue and Burgess Park.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the City Council meeting on July 14, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Authorize amended Caltrain MOU for Middle Avenue crossing design” was amended.
Decided Jul 14, 2026.
The council will adopt a resolution approving projects eligible for SB1 funding in FY 2026-27.
City council is asked to authorize the city manager to sign a three‑year maintenance agreement with Cal‑West for traffic signals and street lighting.
The council will adopt a resolution listing projects that can receive SB1 funds for FY 2026-27.
The council will adopt a resolution approving the list of projects eligible for fiscal year 2026‑27 funds from Senate Bill 1.
The Council will adopt a resolution approving projects eligible for FY 2026‑27 SB 1 funding.
The city proposes a three‑year agreement with Cal‑West Lighting & Signal Maintenance Inc. for traffic signal and street‑light upkeep, costing up to $209,748 per fiscal year.
The council will adopt a resolution approving the projects that will receive the FY 2026‑27 funds from Senate Bill 1.
The City Council is asked to approve a three‑year agreement with Cal‑West Lighting & Signal Maintenance Inc. to maintain traffic signals and streetlights. The contract could cost up to $629,244 over three years, with a 20% contingency held by the City.
Council will approve a maintenance contract with Cal‑West Lighting & Signal Maintenance Inc. for ongoing upkeep of traffic signals and street lighting.
Council will vote to adopt a list of projects that qualify for funding under Senate Bill 1 (Road Repair and Accountability Act) for the 2026‑27 fiscal year.
The commission will consider adopting the 2026‑2027 work plan for the Complete Streets Commission.
The council will authorize the city manager to execute an amended memorandum of understanding with Caltrain to advance design and environmental clearance for the Middle Avenue Caltrain crossing project.
What's happening
Why it matters
Advancing the project will improve rail crossing safety and reduce traffic delays for commuters.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Amend Caltrain MOU for Middle Avenue crossing design” was approved with amendments (3–1–1).
Decided Apr 28, 2026.
The council will adopt a resolution creating the Slow Streets Program, replacing the Neighborhood Traffic Management program, and authorizing traffic control devices per the California Vehicle Code.
What's happening
Why it matters
The program aims to calm traffic, improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and enhance neighborhood livability.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend in person at City Council Chambers or via Zoom (ID# 832 1285 7140).
Email: city.council@menlopark.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comment online up to one hour before meeting start time.
Decision update
The item “Establish Slow Streets Program and traffic devices” passed (3–1–1).
Decided Apr 28, 2026.
The council will approve an amendment to the agreement with AECOM Technical Services for supplemental work on the Downtown Parking Management Study. Funding will come from the Transportation 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.
Commission will set a work assignment for an ad hoc subcommittee to study El Camino Real street improvements. The charge defines the scope and tasks for the subcommittee.
What's happening
Why it matters
The subcommittee’s work will guide future projects that affect traffic safety, pedestrian access, and local business operations.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in‑person at City Council Chambers, via Zoom ID 845 2506 8381, or call (669) 900‑6833
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
No action was taken on “Establish charge for El Camino Real ad hoc subcommittee”.
Decided Feb 11, 2026.
The commission will vote to designate a timed loading‑zone parking restriction on El Camino Real and create no‑parking zones at the garage entrances on El Camino Real and Garwood Way. The changes aim to improve safety for delivery trucks and driver visibility.
What's happening
Why it matters
The changes reduce double‑parking, improve traffic flow, and enhance safety for drivers, businesses, and nearby residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join in‑person at City Council Chambers, via Zoom ID 845 2506 8381, or call (669) 900‑6833
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve timed parking restriction and no‑parking zones at 1300‑1302 El Camino Real and Garwood Way” passed (5–0–2).
Decided Feb 11, 2026.