June 10, 2026 - Complete Streets Commission

The City of Menlo Park Complete Streets Commission held a hybrid meeting on June 10, 2026, focusing primarily on transportation infrastructure improvements and program planning. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the El Camino Real Rail Bike Lane Ad Hoc Subcommittee's findings, which proposed the installation of protected bike lanes along El Camino Real to enhance safety and connectivity for cyclists. The Commission reviewed the potential impacts, including the removal of up to 15 parking spaces, and expressed strong support for advancing the project, recommending that it be prioritized for inclusion in the upcoming City Council budget discussions. Public comments largely favored the bike lane improvements, citing benefits for safety, local businesses, and sustainable transportation. The Commission also deliberated extensively on adopting the 2026-2027 Complete Streets Commission Work Plan, emphasizing ongoing support for Safe Routes to School, prioritization of safety improvements on high-crash corridors, and alignment with the City's Climate Action Plan. Budget constraints were acknowledged, with the Commission seeking to balance program continuity and infrastructure investments. The meeting concluded with consensus to forward recommendations to the City Council liaison for further action and to continue exploring funding opportunities, including recent grant programs.