# September 23, 2026 - Parks and Recreation Commission

The City of Menlo Park Parks and Recreation Commission held a special meeting on September 23, 2026, primarily focused on community program feedback, facility updates, and policy discussions. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public comments regarding the Dance Expressions program, highlighting concerns about class cancellations, inappropriate room assignments, and the need for suitable flooring to ensure safety and program quality. The commission also reviewed a draft user survey for aquatic facilities aimed at improving community engagement and service offerings. Additionally, the commission discussed updates to the event sponsorship policy to allow for higher sponsorship levels and more flexible benefits, with plans to revisit the policy for final approval. Facility master plan updates were presented, with plans to form a subcommittee for further review in the new year. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but discussions around sponsorship funding and facility improvements could influence future procurement activities.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Sources
- [September 23, 2026 - Parks and Recreation Commission](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89OBRXha7pI) - CityofMenloPark