Government

SMC Supervisors introduce ordinance to ban sales of kratom

San Mateo County supervisors on Tuesday (4/21) introduced an ordinance that would ban the sale of kratom, a substance made from a tropical tree that

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on April 22, 2026

Senator Becker launches “Good News Climate” blog

In a time of global uncertainty and volatility in energy markets, Senator Josh Becker (D-Menlo Park) announced the launch of his “Good News Climate” blog—an

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on April 14, 2026

Portola Valley community coffee with Assembly Member Mark Berman on April 10

On Friday, April 10, from 8:30 to 10:00 am, join Assembly Member Mark Berman and Portola Valley Mayor Craig Taylor to share your thoughts on

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on April 6, 2026

Draft Environmental Impact Report (Draft EIR) for the 1005 O’Brien Drive and 1320 Willow Road project now available

On Wednesday, April 1, 2026, the City of Menlo Park released the Notice of Availability (NOA) and Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed 1005 O’Brien

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on April 4, 2026

Menlo Park City Council selects top priorities for fiscal year 2026-27

The Menlo Park City Council held its annual priority-setting workshop on Saturday, March 21. City Council members reviewed accomplishments from the past year and challenges

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on March 24, 2026

Menlo Park City Council priority setting workshop scheduled for March 21

On Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, the Menlo Park City Council will hold its annual priority setting workshop and what

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on March 17, 2026

Meet and Great with new SMC sheriff Ken Binder on March 5

Join San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller and State Senator Josh Becker on Thursday evening, March 5, for a special Meet and Greet with the

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on March 4, 2026

Atherton Charter City Community Workshop set for February 26

Atherton is exploring whether becoming a Charter City would provide greater local control over municipal affairs such as governance, elections, contracting, land use, and public

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on February 23, 2026

Share input ahead of the Menlo Park City Council Priority Setting Workshop

The City Council is seeking community input on what Menlo Park should prioritize for fiscal year 2026-27. Your feedback will be presented for City Council

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on February 23, 2026

Calling Menlo Park residents interested in local leadership

The City of Menlo Park is actively seeking applicants for vacant seats on a number of advisory bodies. Current vacancies include: Complete Streets Commission -

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on February 21, 2026