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Menlo Park Library is now energized by rooftop solar!

Published on March 16, 2026

The Menlo Park Library is now powered by solar energy! As of March 1, the library's new rooftop solar system is fully operational and generating clean electricity for the community. This is a major step toward the City's goal of eliminating fossil fuel use in municipal operations by 2030 and reducing costs for Menlo Park taxpayers for decades to come.

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Heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Friday, March 20

Published on March 16, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory impacting Menlo Park and the Bay Area through 8 p.m. Friday, March 20. Expect high temperatures in the low to mid 90s across the interior and 80s along the coastline. Take precautions now to avoid heat illness. Menlo Park has air-conditioned facilities where you can escape the heat.

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Spot leaks, save water during National Fix a Leak week!

Published on March 16, 2026

It's National Fix a Leak week! During this time, it's a good reminder to check your home to find and repair water leaks on your property. Minor leaks account for more than a trillion gallons of water wasted each year in U.S. Homes.

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Be prepared for rainy season!

Published on March 10, 2026

Don’t let rain interfere with your confidence in biking to your destinations! With the wet season coming soon, review these tips to be prepared and confident for rainy days.

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Free bike tune-up at the Belle Haven Community Resource Fair March 28

Published on March 10, 2026

The City of Menlo Park will host a Community Resource Fair at the Belle Haven Community Campus (100 Terminal Ave.) from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday, March 28. Bay Area BikeMobile will join the Safe Routes to School program booth to offer free bike tune-ups and repairs.

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Menlo Park selected for School Travel Fellowship

Published on March 10, 2026

The City is excited to share that Menlo Park has been selected to participate in Cycle 5 of the San Mateo County Office of Education School Travel Fellowship. Over the next year, the City will partner with Menlo Park schools to advance active transportation and enhance traffic safety.

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RethinkWaste announces 2026 Trash to Art contest — submit by March 30

Published on March 09, 2026

To celebrate Earth Month, RethinkWaste is excited to announce its annual Trash to Art contest, which is open to students in grades three-five within its service area. The contest encourages children to collect recyclable or trash materials and create a piece of art in any medium. Individual and class submissions are due by Monday, March 30, at 4 p.m. to the RethinkWaste Office.

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San Mateo County 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

Published on February 23, 2026

In 2026, San Mateo County is updating its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) — a critical roadmap that identifies natural disaster risks and outlines strategies to reduce damage before emergencies happen. The LHMP is a federally required plan that helps communities prepare for hazards such as floods, wildfires, earthquakes and severe weather.

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Learn more and join Commute.org’s Employer Recognition Program

Published on February 23, 2026

Commute.org hosts an Employer Recognition Program that acknowledges and celebrates employers in San Mateo County who actively engage with Commute.org. These employers partner with Commute.org to promote free transportation programs and services to their employees to encourage sustainable commuting.

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Completion of the 2026 Community Police Academy

Published on February 23, 2026

After six weeks of presentations, demonstrations and interactive exercises, community members completed the Menlo Park Community Police Academy on Feb. 18. The participants are commended for their commitment and active involvement in this program, learning about the various aspects of public safety.

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Menlo Park Library is now energized by rooftop solar!

Heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Friday, March 20

Spot leaks, save water during National Fix a Leak week!

Be prepared for rainy season!

Free bike tune-up at the Belle Haven Community Resource Fair March 28

Menlo Park selected for School Travel Fellowship

RethinkWaste announces 2026 Trash to Art contest — submit by March 30

San Mateo County 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

Learn more and join Commute.org’s Employer Recognition Program

Completion of the 2026 Community Police Academy

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