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Menlo Park, with the cooperation of Atherton, San Mateo County, and Menlo Park City School District, was awarded this Federal grant to implement the conceptual design initially funded by Menlo Park.  Included are many improvements like lighted crosswalks on Ringwood, stop signs, striping, and additional asphalt pathways. Background.  Read Press Release.

 

Improvements to Coleman Avenue are not included.

 

All of us on your City Council continue to make safety for our children and community a top priority.  More Safe-Routes-To-Schools projects and improvements are currently underway for Encinal, Hillview, and Oak Knoll.

 

A warm welcome also to family owned and operated

GC's Tasting Cafe, now open next to the downtown post office.  Mouth-watering menu, deli selections, cheese, wine, and open late, too!

 

Studio Cake is now located at Gilbert and Menalto in the Willows neighborhood. 

Designer / baker BethAnn Goldberg creates exquisite

custom cakes. By appointment, 650-575-5700.

 

Menlo Park welcomes reknowned computer file encryption innovator PGP Software to our industrial district.  PGP has approximately 200 employees relocates to Menlo Park from Palo Alto. 

Almanac photo and article.  PGP website.

 

 

This summer's Downtown Block Parties were a terrific success.  We closed Santa Cruz Avenue to through traffic, restaurants seated diners at their tables in the street, and the downtown merchants displayed their wares.  Music, food, and fun were enjoyed by thousands of friends and neighbors.

 

Many non-profits displayed their services and were able to connect with community members. City of Menlo Park departments also had tables, so the public could ask questions and get information without even visiting City Hall.

 

Thank you to my colleagues on the city council for being so supportive of this idea.  Thank you to Brian Flegel and all the volunteers, to the Chamber of Commerce, and to all the sponsors for making these such a success!

 

Next Chamber of Commerce Mixer 

Wednesday, November 5th, Time TBD 

Trellis Restaurant, El Camino Real

Menlo Park

 

Hometown Peninsula Independent Business Alliance helps our local economy thrive.  The group meets monthly on the first Monday 5:30 PM - 7 PM at the Menlo Park Presbyterian Church Social Hall (behind Ace Hardware) 700 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park.  Next meeting November 3rd.

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Campaign Corner: Challenger Fabricates Oak Knoll Permit Issue
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Shocking those who actully participated in the October 7 city council meeting, Rich Ciardella issued an email on October 9 fabricating issues and accusing councilmembers of a lack of support for an Oak Knoll School encroachment permit. 

 

As a parent with kids in Menlo Park public schools, I endorsed the 2006 school construction bond measure (Measure U), assisted with its election campaign, phone banked, and corrected issues in-person at polling stations when distraught voters called me because of some ballots missing Measure U. My husband and I have personally contributed thousands of dollars to the Menlo Park Atherton Education Foundation (MPAEF) as long-time supporters and local schools parents.

 

This accusation is particularly preposterous considering the School District will not even apply for such a permit until November at the earliest because the State Architect must approve the Oak Knoll plans first.  Menlo Park staff has been working in a highly pro-active manner with the School District to ensure all conditions are agreed upon and all plans and paperwork are filed well in advance of the permit application. 

 

The local schools superintendent updated our community after my opponent had issued his political attack.  Our superintendent instead stated: "The Board of Education and I are pleased with the outcome of the meeting and would like to express our appreciation to those of you who attended as well as to everyone who has participated in the facilities planning process at Oak Knoll and our other Distrist Schools."  As voters and often as parents, you decide which is political spin, and which is constructive and cooperative local government in action.

 

I ask all in Menlo Park to leave behind the petty politics and divisive tactics of the past and focus on what's best for our kids and the future of Menlo Park.

 

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I am really enjoying meeting and re-connecting with all constituents at the Farmers' Market, local grocery stores, and in the neighborhoods.  From what I'm hearing and seeing so far, voters perceive the city council is "on track" tackling big projects and meeting the needs and expectations of the community. 

 

 

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Email me to allow me to use your name on my campaign materials.

 

Be a visible supporter: Display a yard or window sign

 

 

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Upcoming Campaign Events:

Bill Branner is hosting a houseparty BBQ for 

Re-election Candidates Councilwoman Kelly Fergusson and Mayor Andy Cohen

Ravenswood City School District Candidate Court Skinner

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Sunday, October 19, Belle Haven Neighborhood 3:30 to 5pm
Carolyn Clarke is hosting an event at Mi Taqueria, Hamilton Ave Shopping Center,

for  Re-election Candidates Councilwoman Kelly Fergusson and Mayor Andy Cohen

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Wednesday, October 22, League of Women Voters All Candidates Forum 7:30pm
Menlo Park City Council Chambers, 701 Laurel Street

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TBD: Rescheduled West Menlo Houseparty

Stay tuned to www.ReElectKelly.Org for dates and times.
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TBD: Sharon Heights Houseparty
Stay tuned to www.ReElectKelly.Org for dates and times.

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Sunday, October 26, All Candidates Forum

3:00pm, Onetta Harris Community Center

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Tuesday, November 4, Vote at Polls | OK to turn in mail-in ballots at polls.

 

 

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Completed Campaign Events:
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September 1 Kelly's Campaign Kick-off

Home of Valerie Fredrickson & Adam Bernstein, Seminary neighborhood

 

September 21 Houseparty for Kelly and Andy

Home of Don & Nancy Barnby, Spruce / El Camino North / Stone Pine neighborhood

 

September 27 Houseparty for Kelly

Home of Valerie Fredrickson & Adam Bernstein, Seminary neighborhood

 

October 1 All Candidates Forum

Menlo Commons Condos, Santa Cruz Avenue

 

October 4 Houseparty for Kelly

Home of Angela and Ralph Castro, Suburban Park Neighborhood

 

October 5 Houseparty for Kelly

Home of Ben & Rosemary Eiref, West Menlo Park / Santa Cruz Ave Neighborhood

 

October 11 Meet & Greet for Kelly and Andy

Cafe Zoe, 1929 Menalto Avenue, Willows Neighborhood

 

October 12 Houseparty for Kelly and Andy

Home of Sarah Granger and Chuck Pletcher, Allied Arts Neighborhood

 

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Menlo Park Direct Connect puts you in direct communication with the right city staff member to report pot holes, clogged storm drains, graffiti, and other conditions that need city attention.  The fastest way to get things done - try it today!

 

Sign up for Menlo Park's Emergency Notification System: more information.

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I'd love to hear from you!  For best results, contact me at my city council email address:  kfergusson@menlopark.org

 

For re-election campaign matters, use my personal email account kj@fergusson.com

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