City of Menlo Park

Almanac News recently shared coverage of Menlo Park’s new GIS Hub, a Geographic Information System that can create, analyze and manage geographical or spatial data. “GIS has this preconceived notion of it being a map, but it’s really more of a spatial intelligence tool that allows us to make better decisions based on data,” said Enterprise Application Administrator Whit Loy. “People are thinking, ‘how can I use this public data of what’s around me to help make better decisions in our daily lives? How are my kids going to bike to school? What’s the safest route for them?,’ etcetera.” The GIS Hub supports City operations and includes status updates on capital improvement projects, information on development projects, water service and more. “Anyone with an internet connection can access the data,” said GIS analyst Patrick Palmer, “If we have something online and you’re interested in it, go for it. We implore you to use it.” Read the full article to learn more about the Menlo Park GIS Hub: https://lnkd.in/gMpyt5Kr To access the GIS Hub: https://lnkd.in/gpjtc6Zs

"The city’s Climate Action Plan establishes a target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 in order to limit the harmful impacts of climate change, such as sea level rise and high heat, and to support a healthy community," said Rachael Londer, Menlo Park’s sustainability manager, in an email to this news organization. "This requires reducing greenhouse gas emissions that are produced by the burning of fossil fuels, including gasoline, by at least 90%."   Learn more about how the City of Menlo Park is addressing Climate Action here: https://lnkd.in/gG74MwCs #ClimateAction #MenloPark #Sustainability

The City is seeking a forward-thinking leader with a passion for public service to promote technological growth, innovation and cybersecurity in Menlo Park. Join our team as an Information Technology Manager and become a key part of our City’s management. If you are highly skilled in information technology services, model humility, excel in customer service and have  an adaptive mindset, this is the position for you! You will manage the City’s information technology activities while delivering excellent customer service and administering comprehensive information technology initiatives to accomplish City goals and technological needs. Information Technology Manager projects include implementing Microsoft 365 across the City, working with the Menlo Park Police Department to ensure they have the tools needed to operate 24/7 and continuing the development of a five-year Information Technology Master Plan. Learn more and apply by June 17: https://lnkd.in/gBkQSSfH #MenloParkJobs #JobPosting #Hiring #CityJobs #InformationTechnologyManager #InformationTechnology #PublicService 

⭐️ The Belle Haven Community Campus(BHCC) Grand Opening is tomorrow! Over the last few weeks, we have shared some of the wonderful staff that you will meet. There are many more that you will meet soon. Heading up the operations of BHCC is Library and Community Services Supervisor Rondell Howard! Rondell began working for the City of Menlo Park in 2016. He is excited about the positive impact that the Belle Haven Community Campus will bring. He will be working on developing programs, activities, camps and more to enrich the lives of the Belle Haven neighborhood. In his spare time, Rondell enjoys spending time with his son, taking trips with his wife, working out and playing basketball. He is eagerly anticipating being able to welcome the community into the new building. Learn more about the Belle Haven Community Campus, menlopark.gov/bhcc #menlopark #teamimpact #communitycenter #seniorcenter #library #youthcenter #multigenerational #allelectric #fullysustainable #climateaction

As excitement grows for the Belle Haven Community Campus Grand Opening May 18, our amazing Belle Haven Community Campus staff feature series continues with Raul Ponce! Raul Ponce is the Program Assistant for the Belle Haven Youth Center located in the Belle Haven Community Campus. He has been working for the City of Menlo Park for six years and has worked with the Senior Center, community events and the after school program. Raul is excited to be in a building where all of the LCS programs can come together under one roof. He says this will be a great opportunity for sharing ideas and coming together to create awesome activities, programs and resources for the community. Raul grew up in Menlo Park and also attended Beechwood School with his four siblings. He has an identical twin brother so you may see double versions of Raul walking around the new campus. In his spare time, Raul enjoys watching sports including Nascar. Learn more about the Belle Haven Community Campus, menlopark.gov/bhcc #menlopark #teamimpact #communitycenter #seniorcenter #library #youthcenter #multigenerational #allelectric #fullysustainable #climateaction

The City of Menlo Park recently held an Employee Excellence event to acknowledge team members that illustrate the core values of teamwork, innovation, customer service and leadership/mentorship as well as achievements in advancing our City's goals. Team members from across the City of Menlo Park were in attendance including Administrative Services, City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Library and Community Services, Police and Public Works. Teams at the City of Menlo Park work hard to make Menlo Park a wonderful place to live, work and play! 📸 Photo credit: Phu Nguyen, City of Menlo Park Senior Engineering Technician

Meet Mayra Monje, the Recreation Coordinator at the Belle Haven Youth Center that is part of the new multigenerational, all-electric Belle Haven Community Campus! Mayra recently reached her five-year mark with the City and is excited about the new after school space for the children in the community. She is excited about the new connections she will make and the life-enriching programs the community campus will bring to the Belle Haven community. In her spare time, Mayra loves spending time with her husband and three children. Mayra’s hobby is making creative hand-made crafts. Learn more about the Belle Haven Community Campus, menlopark.gov/bhcc #menlopark #teamimpact #communitycenter #seniorcenter #library #youthcenter #multigenerational #allelectric #fullysustainable #climateaction

We’re excited to highlight another Belle Haven native you may meet at the Senior Center of the new multigenerational and fully sustainable Belle Haven Community Campus: Program Driver, Manuel Melgar! Manuel began working for the City of Menlo Park in 2014. He loves to play all types of sports, including bowling, chess and billiards. Manuel is looking forward to the BHCC team growing, collaborating and working together to support the community. He says the new building will bring great opportunities for the staff and the community. Learn more at menlopark.gov/bhcc. #menlopark #teamimpact #communitycenter #seniorcenter #library #youthcenter #multigenerational #allelectric #fullysustainable #climateaction

🏡 Did you know that some of our team members at the new fully sustainable Belle Haven Community Campus (BHCC) are residents of Belle Haven? Meet Juan Quinonez, our Library Assistant III for the Library and Community Services Department (LCS). Juan grew up in Belle Haven and began working for the Library in 1999. 🤝 Juan is looking forward to showing off the new Belle Haven Community Campus to the community and continuing to provide a high standard of service alongside his LCS colleagues. He enjoys giving back to his community and looks forward to seeing regular visitors and meeting new ones!   🎶 In his spare time, Juan likes to listen to music of all genres, discovering new artists by selecting random channels on streaming platforms. One of his most recent hobbies is to collect Hot Wheels and other memorabilia from his childhood. #menlopark #teamimpact #communitycenter #seniorcenter #library #youthcenter #multigenerational #allelectric #fullysustainable #climateaction

Calling all creative problem solvers interested in facilitating safe and efficient transportation in #MenloPark! The City is seeking an Assistant Public Works Director of Transportation to promote the safe movement of people and goods throughout the city by maintaining and enhancing a functional and efficient transportation network. Projects on the horizon for the Assistant Director include driving strategic quick-build projects and large infrastructure changes like a pedestrian/bicycle undercrossing at Caltrain. The Assistant Public Works Director of Transportation will support the City’s Public Works team and report to the Public Works Director, coordinating division service for large and complex transportation projects, organizing safety education and neighborhood traffic calming programs, and responding to emergency situations such as traffic signal outages, traffic safety emergencies and natural disasters. Learn more and apply by May 21: https://lnkd.in/gPwMXRiz #MenloParkJobs #JobPosting #Hiring #CityJobs #PublicWorks #Transportation #PublicTransit   #AssistantPublicWorksDirector