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Home upgrade services now available citywide

Published on December 08, 2025

Menlo Park is now offering no-cost home electrification upgrades to all income-eligible single-family households citywide. Nov. 18, the City Council expanded the Home Upgrade Services program to include more residents. For example, a family of four with an annual income at or below $223,900 (120%of the San Mateo County area median income) now qualifies.

Tagged as: , Housing news, Sustainability news

Scout Troop 109 plants trees with Menlo Park staff Dec. 4

Published on December 08, 2025

On Dec. 4, Menlo Park’s Scout Troop 109 joined the City’s Public Works Trees Team and a few members of the Police Department to plant two Red Ruby Horsechestnut trees near the Gymnastics Center and the back entrance of the Recreation Center.

Tagged as: , Proclamations and commendations, Sustainability news

Air District offers up to $12,000 in Clean Cars for All program

Published on November 17, 2025

The Bay Area Air District’s Clean Cars for All program recently relaunched with $10 million in new funding, which provides up to $12,000 for eligible residents to retire their old vehicle and replace it with a new or used electric, plug-in hybrid or fuel cell electric vehicle. Alternatively, participants can also choose to get a pre-paid public transit card or an e-bike and bike accessories.

Tagged as: , Business and economy, Sustainability news

Ready to boost your biking confidence?

Published on November 10, 2025

The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition is offering free classes to help residents build biking confidence and learn basic repair skills. A class for adults and teens ages 14 and older will be held Saturday, Nov. 15, making it a great opportunity for high school students to practice cycling safely. Additional sessions cover topics such as bike repair, urban cycling and biking basics.

Tagged as: , Sustainability news, Transportation news

Encouraging carpooling – a key climate action strategy

Published on November 10, 2025

The San Mateo County Office of Education and the Office of Sustainability have created a Carpool Toolkit to help families and school staff promote sustainable travel. Carpooling reduces greenhouse gas emissions, eases traffic and builds community connections. The toolkit includes template letters, social media posts, fact sheets and app recommendations to make it easier to organize carpools.

Tagged as: , Sustainability news, Transportation news

Join us for the Compost, Mulch and Soil Health Landscape Class Nov. 1

Published on October 20, 2025

Learn how to improve soil health, save water and grow thriving plants! Join the free Water-Wise Soil: Compost, Mulch and Soil Health workshop Saturday, Nov. 1, from 1–2 p.m. at the Arrillaga Recreation Center, Juniper Room (700 Alma St.). Attendees will receive a complimentary compost bag.

Tagged as: , Sustainability news

The 2025 Rain Barrel Bulk Sale is here until Oct. 26

Published on October 13, 2025

With the rainy season approaching, now is a better time than ever to invest in a rain barrel. Flows to Bay’s Rain Barrel Bulk Sale offers 50-gallon barrels at a discounted price of $85. Menlo Park Municipal Water customers may qualify for rebates up to $200 which can make rain barrels free. The sale runs through Oct. 26 or when stock runs out.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Sustainability news

Adoption of Parkline ordinances at Oct. 7 City Council meeting

Published on October 06, 2025

At the Sept. 30 meeting, City Council unanimously approved resolutions and introduced ordinances for the certification of the final Environmental Impact Report and the approval of the 64-acre Parkline mixed-use master plan located at 201, 301 and 333 Ravenswood Ave. and 555 and 565 Middlefield Road, with several modifications.

Tagged as: , News release, Sustainability news

Go all-electric at home: Free webinars for Menlo Park residents

Published on September 29, 2025

PG&E invites California homeowners to join a free two-part webinar series to learn how to transition from gas to electric appliances. Discover how to avoid costly panel upgrades, size heat pump systems correctly, debunk common electrification myths and create a step-by-step plan to make your home more efficient, comfortable and climate-friendly.

Tagged as: , Building news, Sustainability news

Help plan free bike workshops in San Mateo County