City of Menlo Park Government

06/19/2026

⭐️ Happy Juneteenth, ! Today we commemorate African American freedom and celebrate the abolishment of slavery as we are reminded of the significant contributions of African Americans to our society. Join us in recognizing the power and resilience of Black Americans and rededicating ourselves to rooting out systemic racism in our community.

🏛️At the June 9 City Council meeting, Program Assistant Anasia Juniel-Rufus accepted an official proclamation recognizing June 19 as Juneteenth in Menlo Park. The City also raises the Juneteenth flag throughout June as a symbol of freedom and the end of slavery, created in 1977 by activist Ben Haith.

Join us today from 5–8 p.m. at Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.) to celebrate the holiday. Attendees will enjoy resources and vendors, activities for the family, food for purchase and free treats, plus cultural entertainment including storytelling and Caribbean music performance by Asheba, Myke tha Kidd and a Menlo Park Soul Line Dancer.

📸 Pictured, from left to right: City Councilmember Drew Combs, Mayor Betsy Nash, Anasia Juniel-Rufus, Vice Mayor Jennifer Wise and City Councilmember Cecilia Taylor.

Read the full proclamation in the City Council meeting agenda: https://docaccess.com/docviewer.html?url_hash=9e74a15a57e031478f0be3b21f15fc11&domain=menlopark.gov

06/18/2026

Attention northern and central ! Cal Water is upgrading the local water system in Menlo Park — installing 9,300 feet of new water pipe across two projects to improve water flow, supply reliability and fire protection for the community.

📍 Northern Menlo Park: work is being done Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. along Bay Road, from Peggy Lane to Greenwood Drive, just west of Flood Park. Construction is expected to be completed in July.

📍 Central Menlo Park: work is being done Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the following three phases with the exception of University Drive, which will require road closures from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and customers will be notified. Construction is expected to be completed by January 2027.
1️⃣ Phase one: Along University Drive and El Camino Real, from Harvard Avenue to Partridge Avenue.
2️⃣ Phase two: Along University Drive, from Partridge Avenue to Creek Drive.
3️⃣ Phase three: Along University Drive, from Middle Avenue to Patridge Avenue.

Crews will work to minimize any disruption to traffic. Temporary asphalt will be applied until permanent paving is completed, which can be up to 30 days after project completion.

Find your water service provider: menlopark.gov/waterproviders

Learn more: https://www.calwater.com/latest-news/2026-0602-two-water-infrastructure-upgrades-in-menlo-park/

06/18/2026

⚡️Menlo Park's new EV rebate and e-bike voucher program has been so popular that e-bike vouchers are fully subscribed. The good news: the $2,000 EV rebate is still open and accepting applications. Funding is limited, so now is the time to check your eligibility.

Learn more: https://www.menlopark.gov/News-articles/City-news/20260615E-Bike-vouchers-fully-subscribed-EV-rebates-still-available?transfer=52569165-afdf-43ca-950f-0491bc78edbc

06/18/2026

🏡 Applications are now open for affordable rental units at Willow Terrace (1121 Willow Road, Menlo Park). Applications are due July 10 at 5 p.m.

Applications are open for one-bedroom units at the 80% Area Median Income Level. Applicants will be placed on a waitlist to fill future vacancies. Applications can be submitted electronically (preferred) and by mail or in person at the property management office located at 2358 University Ave., East Palo Alto, CA 94303.

Learn more about the property and income eligibility requirements: https://www.menlopark.gov/News-articles/City-news/20260615Affordable-housing-waitlist-applications-open-through-July-10?transfer=9a5fca6c-17a7-4e6e-b3a1-b8ef6085f11d

06/17/2026

🐐 The goats are back! They will be grazing in Sharon Hills Park for the next two weeks, eliminating the fire hazard of dry weeds and grass. Stop by for a visit and say hello.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4uGytow

06/17/2026

🚧 SAN MATEO COUNTY — Caltrans will continue intermittent ramp & lane closures on U.S. 101 through July 3 for striping, guardrail, and electrical work.

Night closures (9 p.m.–5 a.m.):
• June 17–18
• June 23–24, 26
• June 29, July 2–3

Daytime ramp closures (7 a.m.–5 p.m.):
Ongoing between South San Francisco and East Palo Alto for curb ramp upgrades.

Plan ahead and follow posted detours. Thank you for your patience! 🚗⚠️

Learn more: https://dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-4/d4-projects/d4-us101-multi-asset-rehabilitation-project

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

💧 The City of Menlo Park is proud to celebrate California Water Service’s 100th Anniversary! At its June 9 City Council meeting Menlo Park honored the business’ history of unwavering commitment to serving our community with an official proclamation accepted by Cal Water Bear Gulch District Manager Dawn Smithson.

Over the past century, Cal Water has maintained its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for customers and communities, creating jobs, supporting the local economy and engaging with community organizations in Menlo Park and throughout California. Join us in showing our appreciation for Cal Water!

📸 Pictured, from left to right: City Councilmember Drew Combs, Vice Mayor Jennifer Wise, Mayor Betsy Nash, Cal Water Bear Gulch District Manager Dawn Smithson and City Councilmember Cecilia Taylor.

Learn more in the official proclamation: https://docaccess.com/docviewer.html?url_hash=8503e8667c4a6fc9fe5e30f13245c500&domain=menlopark.gov

06/16/2026

View this week’s :

🎉 Join Menlo Park’s Juneteenth Celebration June 19
🏛️ City Council to consider Specific Plan amendments June 23
🏡 Affordable housing - waitlist applications open through July 10
✅ Register your block party for National Night Out 2026!
💧 Cal Water begins two projects to strengthen Menlo Park's water system
🎭 Summer Puppetry Festival begins tonight
⚡️ E-bike vouchers fully subscribed, EV rebates still available
☀️ City Hall solar project now generating clean energy
🐐 Grazing goats return to Menlo Park

Read more: https://publicinput.com/Email/j461853 and subscribe: publicinput.com/weeklydigest

06/15/2026

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