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Attend the Smart Tree Planting Workshop April 1

Published on March 24, 2025

Join the City’s Arborist for an informative workshop on tree planting. We’ll cover essential topics such as selecting the right species for your area, choosing a healthy tree from the nursery, and finding the ideal planting location. You’ll also learn proper planting techniques and water-efficient irrigation strategies to ensure long-term success.

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Capturing Rainwater for Reuse Workshop March 21

Published on March 17, 2025

Menlo Park Municipal Water customers are eligible for a rebate of up to $200 for the purchase and installation of a rain barrel. If you would like to participate in this program but are not sure where to get started, the City is hosting a Capturing Rainwater for Reuse Workshop March 21 from 5 to 6 p.m. via Zoom to assist and educate residents on how to get started.

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Zero Emission Landscape Equipment (ZELE) ordinance update

Published on March 17, 2025

The Environmental Quality Commission (EQC) will receive a ZELE ordinance update at their upcoming regular meeting on March 19 at 6 p.m. at City Hall or via Zoom. Attend the meeting to learn more about community engagement and enforcement of the ordinance that began July 1, 2024 banning the use of gas leaf blowers and string trimmers in Menlo Park.

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Menlo Park's electricity is now more affordable

Published on March 10, 2025

Did you know that Menlo Park residents and businesses receive their electricity through Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE)? PCE is lowering electric generation charges for customers in San Mateo County and the City of Los Banos.

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Recology offers two free bulky item collection services

Published on March 10, 2025

Did you know that Recology residential customers receive two curbside Bulky Item Collection (BIC) appointments per calendar year at no additional charge? Appointments are available Monday through Friday, on your regular collection day and can be scheduled Feb. 1 through Dec. 31 each year. Schedule your free curbside Bulky Item Collection with Recology.

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RethinkWaste announces 2025 Trash to Art contest

Published on March 10, 2025

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.

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Belle Haven Community Campus wins Green Building Award

Published on February 10, 2025

The Belle Haven Community Campus has earned the 2025 Green Building Honorable Mention from Sustainable San Mateo County and the American Institute of Architects' San Mateo County Chapter, celebrating its achievements in clean energy, efficiency and community-focused design.

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Upcoming free sustainability and water conservation events

Published on January 27, 2025

Residents have the opportunity to participate in upcoming free sustainability and water conservation events to reduce waste and water and properly dispose hard to recycle items. For more information about these events, please email sustainability@menlopark.gov or visit the Citywide calendar.

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Join the Electric Vehicle Financial Incentives virtual workshop

Published on January 21, 2025

Join us for a free webinar to learn about how you may qualify for up to $10,000 in EV incentives from federal and local programs.

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Water conservation programs and incentives breakdown

Published on January 13, 2025

Reducing water usage at home is essential for preserving environmental sustainability, reducing water bills and minimizing the harmful effects of drought. The City appreciates all water conservation efforts made by Menlo Park residents.

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Attend the Smart Tree Planting Workshop April 1

Capturing Rainwater for Reuse Workshop March 21

Zero Emission Landscape Equipment (ZELE) ordinance update

Menlo Park's electricity is now more affordable

Recology offers two free bulky item collection services

RethinkWaste announces 2025 Trash to Art contest

Belle Haven Community Campus wins Green Building Award

Upcoming free sustainability and water conservation events

Join the Electric Vehicle Financial Incentives virtual workshop

Water conservation programs and incentives breakdown

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