Menlo Park City Council
April 2, 2024

City of Menlo Park 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 tel 650-330-6600 menlopark.gov City Council

SPECIAL AND REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Date: 4/2/2024
Time: Special City Council Meeting 5:00 p.m.

Regular City Council Meeting 6:00 p.m.

Locations: Teleconference and
City Council Chambers
751 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025
Special Session
A. Call To Order
Mayor Taylor called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m.

B. Roll Call

Present: Combs, Doerr, Nash, Taylor, Wolosin

Absent: None
Staff: City Manager Justin I. C. Murphy, City Attorney Nira F. Doherty, Assistant to the City Manager/City Clerk Judi A. Herren, Deputy City Clerk Sarah Sandoval C. Closed Session
C1. Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation (Paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Gov. Code § 54956.9) Significant exposure to litigation: One case
Regular Business
D. Call To Order
Mayor Taylor re-called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.

E. Roll Call

Present: Combs, Doerr, Nash, Taylor, Wolosin

Absent: None
Staff: City Manager Justin I. C. Murphy, City Attorney Nira F. Doherty, Assistant to the City Manager/City Clerk Judi A. Herren, Deputy City Clerk Sarah Sandoval Report from Closed Session
No reportable actions.

F. Agenda Review
None.

City of Menlo Park 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 tel 650-330-6600 menlopark.gov G. Public Comment
 Job Train representative Larry Moody invited the City Council and City staff to attend the upcoming Breakfast of Champions event.

H. Presentations and Proclamations
H1. Proclamation: Autism Acceptance month (Attachment)
Mayor Taylor introduced the proclamation (Attachment).

H2. Proclamation: National Poetry month (Attachment)
Mayor Taylor introduced the proclamation (Attachment).

Menlo Park Library Foundation President Elyse Stein accepted the proclamation.

H3. Proclamation: National Library week (Attachment)
Mayor Taylor introduced the proclamation (Attachment).

Friends of Menlo Park Library president Steve Haas and Library Commissioner Jennifer Wise accepted the proclamation.

H4. Proclamation: National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (Attachment) Mayor Taylor introduced the proclamation (Attachment).

Police Chief David Norris accepted the proclamation.

H5. Proclamation: Earth Day (Attachment)
Mayor Taylor introduced the proclamation (Attachment).

Environmental Quality Commission Chair Nancy Hedley, Vice Chair Jeff Schmidt and Commissioner Eduardo Pelegri-Llopart accepted the proclamation.

I. Special Business
I1. Planning Commission applicant introductions (Attachment) Deputy City Clerk Sandoval introduced the item.

Planning Commission applicants Katie Behroozi and Misha Silin introduced themselves to the City Council.

J. Study Session
J1. Review of the 2023 aquatics operator annual report and survey results (Staff Report #24-055-CC) Library and Community Services Director Sean Reinhart, Library and Community Services City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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City of Menlo Park 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 tel 650-330-6600 menlopark.gov Supervisor Tricia Mullan and Team Sheeper, Inc. CEO Tim Sheeper made the presentation (Attachment).

The City Council received clarification on procedures for addressing survey comments, additional lap swim lanes, Belle Haven Pool staffing and safety expectations, age group representation in the survey, locker room access and placement at Belle Haven Pool and updates to the Burgess Pool locker room and lobby.

The City Council directed staff to:
 Involve the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) in future survey efforts; and  Explore additional avenues for marketing pool hours and availability to residents; and  Explore potential fee revisions to prioritize resident use; and  Assess future needs for locker room and bathroom maintenance; and  Consider conducting additional outreach to community groups; and  Prioritize consistency in outreach between Belle Haven Pool and Burgess Pool users; and  Structure informal focus group to include representation across ages, accessibility needs and user groups.

K. Consent Calendar
K1. Accept the City Council meeting minutes for March 12, 2024 (Attachment) ACTION: Motion and second (Doerr/ Nash), to approve the consent calendar, passed unanimously.

L. Regular Business
L1. Adopt a resolution to authorize the city manager to execute a funding agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy in the amount of $2,110,000 to implement a state funded home electrification program, allocate funds for marketing, and provide direction on workforce development Sustainability Manager Rachael Londer and Management Analyst Ori Paz made the presentation (Attachment).
 Menlo Spark Executive Director Brian Schmidt spoke in support of the program.  JobTrain representative Larry Moody spoke in support of the program.  Pam Jones requested clarification on program contractors and subcontractors and spoke on concerns related to income requirements for participants, permits, protections for residents, and community outreach.
 Adina Levin spoke in support of a community advisory group for the program and on concerns related to workforce development.

The City Council received clarification on workforce development, request for proposals process, program contractors and subcontractors, funding timelines, funding caps per household, complementary programs and the number of anticipated participants.

The City Council discussed wait and see options for workforce development, a citizens advisory committee, referrals, program accessibility, options for supporting renters, code enforcement and resident protections for resolving safety issues.

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City of Menlo Park 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 tel 650-330-6600 menlopark.gov The City Council directed staff to assign $100,000 in funding initially considered for workforce development to the Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) program (increasing the program total to $2,210,000), provide additional information on area median income (AMI) and a draft application for the program, conduct outreach in English and Spanish, explore working with local community organizations and to provide monthly project updates once implementation of the program begins ACTION: Motion and second (Doerr/ Nash), to adopt a resolution to authorize the city manager to execute a funding agreement with PCE in the amount not to exceed $2,210,000 through June 30, 2026 to implement a state funded home electrification program, and to allocate $40,000 for enhanced outreach and marketing, passed unanimously.

M. Informational Items
M1. City Council agenda topics: April – May 7, 2024 (Staff Report #24-058-CC) M2. Update on city-run childcare programs (Staff Report #24-056-CC)  Heather Hopkins spoke in support of infant and toddler care.

The City Council discussed assessing critical needs for childcare in Menlo Park, the importance of synchronizing any future program updates with the school year and teacher compensation.

M3. Updates on Belle Haven Community Campus startup activities (Staff Report #24-057-CC)  Pam Jones requested that more current pictures of the facility be made available on the City website.

N. City Manager Report
None.

O. City Councilmember Reports
City Councilmember Wolosin reported out on the Caltrain Menlo Park Station Rehabilitation Project.

City Councilmember Doerr reported out on a recent Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) meeting.

Vice Mayor Combs reported out on the egg hunt event.

City Councilmember Nash reported out on the South Bayside Waste Management Authority (SBWMA) partners retreat.

P. Adjournment
Mayor Taylor adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m.

Deputy City Clerk Sarah Sandoval
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City of Menlo Park 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park, CA 94025 tel 650-330-6600 menlopark.gov These minutes were approved at the City Council meeting of May 7, 2024.

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AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH APRIL 2024
WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a complex, lifelong developmental condition is the fastestgrowing developmental disability in the United States and this prevalence means that autism likely touches a vast majority of Americans either through relationships or direct experience; and WHEREAS, the support needs across the autism spectrum are vastly diverse and each individual with autism experiences it differently, but together, autistic people make industries, communities, and our nation stronger; and
WHEREAS, despite this, autistic people continue to face obstacles when seeking employment, health care, education, and housing, and the immense contributions of people with autism are often overlooked; and
WHEREAS, Autism Acceptance Month not only honors the contributions of people on the autism spectrum and the autism community to our nation and the world, but also calls on all of us to work together toward fostering greater awareness, understanding, and inclusion, thus creating a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it; and WHEREAS, Autism acceptance means respecting the rights and humanity of all autistic people, centering the perspectives and needs of autistic people with intellectual disabilities, nonspeaking autistic people, and autistic people with the highest support needs - not by speaking over them, but by listening and looking to them as leaders; and
WHEREAS, Autism acceptance also means recognizing the ways ableism and racism interact in our society, following the leadership of autistic people of color, and making anti-racism a core part of the work that we all must do to promote safety and acceptance for every member of our community; and WHEREAS, we must move beyond acceptance - to representation, celebration, and liberation, learning more about the experiences of autistic people from autistic people, and building more welcoming and inclusive communities to support people with autism; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, I, Cecilia Taylor, Mayor of the City of Menlo Park, on behalf of the City Council and City, hereby recognize April 2024 as Autism Acceptance Month to celebrate the achievements of neurodiverse people everywhere and champion the equal rights and dignity of all those living on the autism spectrum.
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Cecilia Taylor, Mayor
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NATIONAL POETRY MONTH APRIL 2024
WHEREAS, National Poetry Month highlights the legacy and ongoing achievement of American poets; celebrates the pleasures and benefits of reading poetry; and calls attention to the important role poetry plays in our children's literacy and education; and WHEREAS, poetry takes many forms, from traditional rhymed stanzas to spoken word performances; from folk song lyrics to hip-hop verses, and many other modes; and WHEREAS, poetry has produced some of our nation's leading creative artists and has inspired other artists in fields such as music, theater, film, dance and the visual arts; and WHEREAS, poetry is an essential part of arts and humanities education, literary and creative expression, community pride and development; and
WHEREAS, National Poetry Month is among the largest literary celebrations in the world; and WHEREAS, the City Council will celebrate Menlo Park youth poets on May 21 in this chamber at the Youth Poetry Voices presentation, co-hosted by the City of Menlo Park and the Menlo Park Library Foundat,ion; and
WHEREAS, the City of Menlo Park celebrates youth creative expression and recognizes the important role poetry plays in inspiring our youth and creating a vibrant community; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED I, Cecilia Taylor, Mayor of the City of Menlo Park, hereby proclaim and celebrate April 2024 as National Poetry Month in Menlo Park.
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NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK APRIL 7 - 13, 2024
WHEREAS, libraries are treasured institutions that preserve our collective heritage and knowledge, and safeguard physical and digital resources for present and future generations; and WHEREAS, libraries are fundamental institutions in free and democratic societies, and protect the right to education and literacy, and promote the free exchange of information and ideas for all; and WHEREAS, libraries are trusted institutions that strive to ensure equal access to information and services for the entire community and all of persons who live in it; and WHEREAS, libraries adapt to the evolving needs of the community, and provide books and media, educational programs and services that are as diverse as the populations they serve; and WHEREAS, libraries empower connections with each other, advances education, opportunities to learn new skills, and pursue their passions, regardless of where we are on life's journey; and WHEREAS, the City of Menlo Park Library receives generous support from local residents though volunteering, the Friends of Menlo Park Library and Menlo Park Library Foundation, and through the work of the City Council appointed Library Commission; and WHEREAS, the City of Menlo Park, its partners, and the community at large are eagerly looking forward to a new and improved library opening as a part of the Belle Haven Community Campus; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED I, Cecilia Taylor, Mayor of the City of Menlo Park, hereby proclaim and celebrate April 7-13 2024 as National Library Week in Menlo Park.
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NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMMUNICATORS
WEEK, APRIL 14 - 20, 2024
WHEREAS, National Public Safety Telecommunications Week (NPSTW) is held annually during the second week of April to honor public safety telecommunicators for their commitment, service and sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, all 911 centers, including emergency communications centers (ECCs), public safety answering points (PSAPs ), public safety communications centers (PSCCs ), emergency operations centers (EOCs ), and other public safety command centers, are a critical component of emergency communications and provide critical, life-saving emergency services to the public; and WHEREAS, telecommunicators are the first voice you hear when you dial for help, often keeping callers calm and providing life-saving guidance-from how to administer CPR to how to assist someone giving birth-when emergency personnel are on the way; and
WHEREAS, behind the scenes, highly trained telecommunicators interpret an ever-increasing array of information transmitted with 911 calls, which enables emergency personnel to better locate and assist those who are in distress, and also actively plan, coordinate, and direct the response activities of these personnel, especially when multiple agencies are involved; and WHEREAS, as part of National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, communities are encourage to review best practices for making emergency calls, such as directing non-emergency phone calls to nonemergency phone numbers, providing accurate details and location information, staying calm, speaking clearly, and not hanging up when calling by mistake; and WHEREAS, This week is a time to celebrate and thank telecommunications personnel across the nation who serve our communities, citizens, and public safety personnel 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, I, Cecilia Taylor, Mayor of the City of Menlo Park, on behalf of the City Council and City, hereby recognize April 14 - 20, 2024 as National Public Safety Telecommunications Week to celebrate the vital contributions of public safety telecommunicators. .... • ~(.t --~
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RECOGNIZING APRIL 22, 2024 AS EARTH DAY
WHEREAS, Earth Day has been celebrated globally since 1970 to unite communities around protecting our common environment to ensure future generations will have a safe and sustainable future; and WHEREAS, all people of this Earth, no matter their country, gender, income, race, sexual orientation, gender identity or abilities, have a right to live in a healthy environment; and WHEREAS, Menlo Park's location on the San Francisco Bay places residents and approximately $1 .3 billion of property in our Belle Haven neighborhood at risk of flooding from climate change as early as 2070; and WHEREAS, in 2019, the Menlo Park City Council adopted a resolution recognizing the threat of climate change, and in 2020 adopted a climate action plan with the goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2030; and WHEREAS, the 2022 United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change reported that nations are far off track from meeting commitments to reduce catastrophic climate change; and WHEREAS, local cities, including Menlo Park, are working together to address the climate crisis including the creation of Peninsula Clean Energy, which supplies 100% carbon-free electricity for all customers in Menlo Park; and WHEREAS, Menlo Park's notable accomplishments in protecting the environment include:
• preparing a new Environmental Justice Element and updating the Safety Element • preserving, maintaining and expanding our urban forest • receiving $4.5 million in grant funding from the state for whole home electrification retrofits for 40 - 60 homes in the Belle Haven neighborhood to start in May 2024; and
• installing a solar-battery microgrid for the Belle Haven Community Campus; and • adopting a zero-emission landscape equipment requirement prohibiting the use of gas powered landscaping equipment in the city starting in July 2024; and
WHEREAS, the City of Menlo Park is a co-sponsor of the upcoming "Love Our Earth Festival," to be held April 13 at Bloomhouse in East Palo Alto and encourages all community members to attend to celebr~te Earth Day; and WHEREAS, Menlo Park's success in reducing the greenhouse gas emissions responsible for climate change and presence in Silicon Valley gives it a unique opportunity to demonstrate leadership and set an example for other cities to take climate action with innovative, comprehensive and expeditious approaches; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Cecilia Taylor, Mayor of the City of Menlo Park, on behalf of the City Council and City, encourage our community to celebrate the Earth and deepen their understanding of the urgency of climate change, and the need to create a healthier, safer, more equitable future for all people.
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H5-PRESENTATION
City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes April 2, 2024 Page 10 of 40 REVIEW OF THE 2023 AQUATICS OPERATOR ANNUAL REPORT

AND SURVEY RESULTS
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Staff recommends that the City Council review:

1. 2023 annual aquatics report (Attachment A)

2. Results of a citywide survey of Menlo Park residents about aquatics programs (Attachment B)

STUDY SESSION
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Staff seeks City Council feedback and direction related to the information in the annual report and user survey including:
 Burgess Pool program performance and user feedback
 Proposed 2024 pool schedules and programs at Burgess Pool and Belle Haven Pool
 Desired focus areas for a proposed "working group" of Menlo Park residents to informally meet with Operator and City staff and provide feedback about aquatics operations.

REQUESTED CITY COUNCIL FEEDBACK
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5 The report emphasizes two overarching themes: sharing performance data; and comparing to other aquatics programs in the region.

1. Volume of hours open

2. Spectrum of program offerings year-round

3. Quality of programs led by trained, certified, evaluated, safe and experienced team members.

4. History of being a sustainable, productive organization with high retention rates.

5. Value of low-cost programming, rentals and daily usage.

6. Care and effort devoted to safety and user satisfaction.

7. Facilities that can accommodate and serve families, people of all ages and abilities, competitive and recreational swimmers alike. 2023 ANNUAL REPORT THEMES
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6  Aqua fit
 Aqua wellness (Revolutions in Fitness)
 Bridge large group youth swim lessons
 Family recreational / open swim
 Lap swim
 Lifeguard certification courses
 Menlo Masters
 Small group / individual swim lessons – water safety
 Women’s water polo (Menlo Mavens)
 Youth swim teams (SOLO Aquatics and PASA Menlo Park)
2023 COMMUNITY AQUATICS PROGRAMS
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7 RESIDENT AND NON-RESIDENT VISITS
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8 SWIM LESSONS AND CAMPS
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9 USER FEES AND FEE COMPARISON
Prices as of July 2023
* By appointment only
** Pool(s) closed indefinitely
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10  Some unknowns about the projected number of visitors at Belle Haven Pool after it opens
 Planning an initial operating schedule of 6am-8pm, seven days per week in summer 2024
 Durable foundational schedule to expand into fall
 Focus on local schools (Beechwood, Belle Haven), Menlo Park hyperlocal residents and youth
 User data will help drive decisions around programing with the goal of increasing program hours and usage
 Adjust to the needs of the community, specifically the Belle Haven neighborhood.

PROJECTED 2024 SCHEDULES
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11  Safety is the Operator’s top priority
 Coordinates with the County of San Mateo Environmental Health Department and the City of Menlo Park to ensure a wellmaintained facility and safe environment  Complies with all applicable safety regulations and requirements  Subject to regular inspections and independent safety reviews  Two to six certified lifeguards and one lifeguard certified manager at the facility at all times
 In-service trainings on water rescues, alertness, first aid, CPR, pool rules, missing child protocols, safe housekeeping practices.

SAFETY TRAINING EMERGENCY PLAN
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13  English/Spanish, electronic/print from Jan. 31 to March 24  Direct mailed to every household in District 1
 1,285 electronic responses and 11 printed responses
 81% of the responses were submitted by residents
 57% reported living in Menlo Park 10 or more years.
 35% of respondents reported that they visit Burgess Pool frequently (once per week or more often)
 22% reported that they never visit Burgess Pool.

RESIDENT SURVEY
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14 How satisfied are you with the services and programs at BURGESS POOL overall?

RESIDENT SURVEY
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15 How likely are you to visit the aquatics center in the new BELLE HAVEN POOL facility?

RESIDENT SURVEY
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17 Over 1,100 individual comments were received, with a wide range of perspectives and opinions expressed, including:
 Condition of the Burgess Pool facility
 Support and confidence in the current aquatics operator  Advocacy for and against specific programs and/or scheduling  Safety and accessibility at the pools
 Support for youth water safety instruction
 Non-residents using city pools.

OPEN-ENDED COMMENTS
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18 The survey asked respondents if they would be interested in participating in community focus groups about the aquatics programs  26% of respondents indicated that they would be interested.  The community working group will review the Operator's annual performance report, and community survey results.
 The community working group may, with the support of City staff, annually prepare a written assessment of the information presented in Operator’s annual reports, and City’s survey results  Composition of the community working group would rotate occasionally in order to include and reach more participants  Staff is preparing to follow up with interested survey respondents in preparation for convening a focus group in summer.

FOCUS GROUP
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Staff seeks City Council feedback and direction related to the information in the annual report and user survey including:
 Burgess Pool program performance and user feedback
 Proposed 2024 pool schedules and programs at Burgess Pool and Belle Haven Pool
 Desired focus areas for a proposed "working group" of Menlo Park residents to informally meet with Operator and City staff and provide feedback about aquatics operations.

REQUESTED CITY COUNCIL FEEDBACK
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THANK YOU
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MENLO PARK HOME ELECTRIFICATION

PROGRAM
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RECOMMENDATION
 Adopt a resolution to authorize the city manager to execute a funding agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) in the amount not to exceed $2,110,000 through June 30, 2026 to implement a state funded home electrification program;
 Allocate $40,000 for enhanced outreach and marketing; and  Provide direction on a potential workforce development program. 2 City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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BACKGROUND
3  June 2023 – EQC recommends partnering with PCE for a home electrification program funded by a $4.5 million state grant requested by Menlo Spark through Senator Becker’s office
 September 2023 – City receives first half ($2.25 million) of state funds  October 2023 – City Council directs staff to enter into an agreement with PCE to implement the home electrification program
 June 2026 – State deadline to spend the full $4.5 million City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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 Existing PCE Home Upgrade program
– For low-income single-family homeowners
– Offers no-cost whole-home electrification and minor home repairs – New cycle implemented by Franklin Energy starting May 2024  The PCE program is anticipated to electrify 40 homes in Menlo Park  The Menlo Park program would enable electrification of 40 to 60 additional homes in Menlo Park
4 PCE PARTNERSHIP
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MENLO PARK PROGRAM DESIGN
Staff recommend moving forward with the following program elements:
 Concurrent funding: PCE’s funds will be spent in Menlo Park, outside of Belle Haven, until state grant funds are exhausted in Belle Haven. Once exhausted, PCE funds will be used to upgrade Belle Haven homes.
 Age qualification: PCE’s program requires homeowners to meet the income eligibility regardless of age. Menlo Park’s program would align and all participants would need to meet income requirements.
 Income qualification: Begin with PCE’s income eligibility of 80% of area median income (AMI), and expand to 120% of AMI after first six months of the program. 5 City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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MENLO PARK PROGRAM DESIGN

CONTINUED
 Rental participation: PCE’s program does not currently include rental properties.

Pause inclusion of rental properties until rental protections are established.  Extensive projects: Develop implementation guidelines that establish a higher limit for costs per home for Menlo Park home owners.  Case study: PCE would publish one to two case studies per year. 6 City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY

ENGAGEMENT
 PCE Belle-Haven-neighborhood-focused activities ($60,000):
– Email, direct mail, social media, and digital ads
– Marketing materials including flyers and case studies – Contract with Climate Resilient Communities for canvassing and grassroots outreach
 City-led community engagement and outreach plan ($40,000):
– Contract with strategic communications consultant to create and deliver a bilingual campaign with messages that resonate with Belle Haven residents – Development and printing of marketing materials
– Potential to expand to referral bonuses to incentivize program participants to refer neighbors, incentive given once neighbor’s upgrades are completed 7 City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
 Options include:
– Competitive grant program for community-based organizations; – Re-evaluate need for workforce development program at the grant’s mid-way point; or
– Reallocate funds to support additional home upgrades. 8 City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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RECOMMENDATION
 Adopt a resolution to authorize the city manager to execute a funding agreement with Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) in the amount not to exceed $2,110,000 through June 30, 2026 to implement a state funded home electrification program;
 Allocate $40,000 for enhanced outreach and marketing; and  Provide direction on a potential workforce development program. 9 City Council Special and Regular Meeting Minutes
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THANK YOU
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