City of Menlo Park

Study session on project to redevelop former USGS campus set for August 24

The Menlo Park Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a study session on Monday, Aug. 24 for a proposed project that would comprehensively redevelop the

by Contributed Content
on August 21, 2026

Vehicle License Fee (VLF) projected shortfall has increased — the impact on Menlo Park

The County of San Mateo recently learned that the ongoing Vehicle License Fee (VLF) revenue shortfall has become dramatically worse for this fiscal year with

by Contributed Content
on August 19, 2026

Use these guidelines for tree care during the summer

During hot summer months, trees play an important role in shading our neighborhoods and reducing cooling costs. However, when the soil dries out, even healthy

by Contributed Content
on August 18, 2026

How you can help protect Menlo Park’s heritage trees

Did you know that Menlo Park has thousands of trees — and that many are protected? You can help preserve Menlo Park's urban canopy by

by Contributed Content
on August 16, 2026

Get details about Measure P — the downtown parking lot ballot measure

Menlo Park Mayor Betsy Nash posted this information in her weekly newsletter: Measure P – the downtown ballot measure – has been posted online. Here is

by Linda Hubbard
on August 15, 2026

Menlo Park Scout Troop 222 completes epic 50-mile wilderness trek

After nearly 10 years, Menlo Park’s Troop 222 brought back one of its most challenging Scouting traditions this summer: the 50-Miler. Thirteen Scouts — ages

by Contributed Content
on August 14, 2026

Register for City of Menlo Park classes: here’s the schedule

Fall activity enrollment is open today, Thursday , Aug. 13, for hyperlocal (Belle Haven Community Campus only); Saturday, Aug. 15, for Menlo Park residents, and

by Contributed Content
on August 13, 2026