Arrest made in armed robbery and assault with a deadly weapon case Published on December 06, 2022 On Tuesday, December 6, 2022, Menlo Park Police Detectives made an arrest in the armed robbery and assault with a deadly weapon incident that occurred on Nov. 18 on the 3600 block of Haven Avenue in Menlo Park. Tagged as: , News release, Public safety
Parkline master plan project at SRI enters environmental review phase Published on December 05, 2022 On Dec. 2, 2022, the City released the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the proposed Parkline masterplan project on the SRI International campus, located at 301 and 333 Ravenswood Avenue and 555 and 565 Middlefield Road. A paper copy is available for review in the Menlo Park Library at 800 Alma St., and at the Belle Haven Branch Library at 413 Ivy Drive. Tagged as: , Announcements
123 Independence Drive Draft Environmental Impact Report released Published on December 05, 2022 On Nov. 28, 2022, the City released the draft environmental impact report for the proposed 123 Independence Drive development project. A paper copy is available for review in the Menlo Park Library at 800 Alma St., and at the Belle Haven Branch Library at 413 Ivy Drive. Interested parties should request the report at the library information desk. Tagged as: , Announcements
Join us for the City Council reorganization Published on December 05, 2022 The City Council annual reorganization meeting is Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, starting at 6 p.m. At this meeting, the City Council will select the new mayor and vice mayor for 2022. Menlo Park’s City Council is the city's governing body. In general municipal elections occurring in even numbered years, its members are elected by district to four-year staggered terms. Tagged as: , Announcements
Register your security camera now for the camera registry program Published on December 05, 2022 The City of Menlo Park has created a video surveillance registration program for residents and businesses located in the City of Menlo Park to voluntarily register locations of their video surveillance systems. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public safety
Adjust irrigation watering needs for the cold season Published on December 05, 2022 As the seasons change, so do the watering needs in your yard. Menlo Park Municipal Water wants to remind its customers to get ready for the cold season by reducing your outdoor watering and adjust your sprinkler systems. In the fall, your plants need less than half the water compared to the summer months. In the winter, you can turn off your irrigation altogether and your plants will survive. Tagged as: , Announcements, Sustainability news
MPPD holding DUI and driver's license checkpoint December 17, 2022 Published on December 02, 2022 Menlo Park Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s license checkpoint on December 17, 2022 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits. Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Tagged as: , News release, Public safety
Seeking candidate for City Council vacancy – District 5 Published on December 01, 2022 Have you ever considered running for City Council? At the Nov. 30, 2022, meeting, the City Council directed staff to begin the process to fill the vacancy for the District 5 City Council seat for the unexpired term ending December 2024 by appointment. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public notices
Caltrain grade crossing work planned Dec. 4–22 Published on November 28, 2022 From December 4 to December 22, Caltrain will be performing signal installation and testing at the Encinal, Glenwood, Oak Grove, and Ravenswood avenues railroad crossings in Menlo Park. During testing, flaggers will be present to stop vehicular and pedestrian traffic as trains approach the crossing. Tagged as: , Announcements, Transportation news
Winter/Spring class registration opens soon! Published on November 28, 2022 Now is a great time to try new things! From sports and fitness, gymnastics, arts and cultural events, there’s an opportunity for every interest. Menlo Park is excited to offer a variety of in person and virtual classes. Tagged as: , Announcements