October events you don’t want to miss Published on October 05, 2022 Join us this month for two new exiting events to learn more about the role of a Safe Routes to School champion and participate in webinar series on the introduction to Safe Routes to School for your community. Tagged as: , Announcements, Transportation news
Halloween tips for a safe trick-or-treating Published on October 05, 2022 As children are excited for the big day, they may easily be distracted. Keep your little ghosts and goblins safe while walking in the neighborhood by following these simple tips. Tagged as: , Announcements, Transportation news
International Walk and Roll to School Day Published on October 05, 2022 Join us Wednesday, Oct. 12, for International Walk and Roll to School Day. International Walk and Roll to School Day is a worldwide event connecting more than 40 countries under one mission, walking and rolling to school! The celebration launched in 1997 and grows in popularity every year! Today the celebration continues across the globe. Tagged as: , Announcements, Transportation news
Caltrain construction in Menlo Park Published on October 03, 2022 From Oct. 3–7, Caltrain will be working during the day to install equipment on poles, install conduit and perform signal work as part of the ongoing Caltrain Electrification project. Day work hours will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Night work hours will be from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Tagged as: , Announcements, Transportation news
Free compost giveaway Oct. 15-16 Published on October 03, 2022 Does your soil need more nutrients to create a lavish garden? You’re in luck! Residents can pick up free compost at the Burgess Park parking lot at the corner of Alma Street and Burgess Drive. Tagged as: , Announcements, Sustainability news
Faith and Blue weekend is coming to Menlo Park Published on October 03, 2022 The Police Department will be participating in the National Faith and Blue Weekend campaign for the first time. Law enforcement entities and faith-based groups are key pillars of a local community, and when we all work together, neighborhoods thrive. Tagged as: , Announcements, Public safety
Applications open for 2022 San Mateo County Poet Laureate Published on October 03, 2022 San Mateo County is recruiting for the next Poet Laureate to elevate poetry into the consciousness of local residents and to help celebrate the literary arts. The Poet Laureate will be a two-year position which includes a $5,000 yearly stipend. Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts and culture
Solid waste and water discount program extended Published on October 03, 2022 The City Council extended the rate assistance program that provides assist for those suffering financial hardship. The extended program runs through June 30, 2023. Qualified households may receive a 20% monthly discount on solid waste service from Recology San Mateo County and a fixed monthly discount equivalent to 50% of the 5/8 meter service charge on water service. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business and economy
What is happening with the trees along El Camino Real? Published on October 03, 2022 Work is currently underway to replace the trees and irrigation in the median on El Camino Real between Encinal Avenue and Glenwood Avenue. The median landscaping is being updated in conjunction with construction of the 1540 El Camino Real project. Tagged as: , Announcements, Transportation news
“What’s your 2040?” climate movie and community conversation Published on September 26, 2022 As eloquently expressed by Amanda Gorman in her poem Earthrise, the challenge of climate change is daunting but not insurmountable. How can we, individually and collectively, make a difference? What future can we envision, and how can we achieve it? Tagged as: , Announcements, Sustainability news