Town Meetings & News

The City Council does not have any scheduled meetings for the month of August. The next scheduled City Council meeting will be September 1, 2021 at 4 PM. To view the prior City Council meetings visit the Atherton YouTube Channel.

The Park and Recreation Committee will hold their next meeting To view the agenda visit: Park and Rec Agenda

Atherton Tree Event

Celebrate Atherton Trees - August 21st & 22nd

The Atherton Tree Committee will host an event on Saturday August 21st and Sunday August 22nd to celebrate Atherton Trees at Holbrook-Palmer Park.

When: August 21st & 22nd

Where: 150 Watkins Avenue, Atherton | Holbrook-Palmer Park

Saturday, Aug 21st: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM & Sunday, Aug 22nd: 12:00 PM - 2:00PM

Art Show in Jennings Pavilion
Botanical Art Drawing
Meet & Greet with Artists
Botanical Art for Children

Sunday, Aug 22nd : 2:00 PM - 4:00PM

Docent led ‘Tree Walks’
Tree Walk Pamphlet available
Garden Information Tables
Children’s Nature Activities

For more information, please email ParkSsupervisor, Sally Bentz-Dalton at sbentz@ci.atherton.ca.us or call 650-752-0500.

COVID-19 Vaccinations Encouraged

The Town of Atherton strongly encourages every resident in Town, as well as all of our Town staff, to GET VACCINATED for the COVID-19 virus, if health and personal religious beliefs permit it. The Town is in alignment with the County and State in requiring that all non-vaccinated individuals wear a face covering when inside public facilities. That policy is subject to becoming more strict as we deal with the different variants of COVID-19.

Want to know how to obtain vaccination records?

• The state of California has provided an online portal to display an electronic vaccination record. The state says individuals who lose their original paper vaccine card can print the digital record from the state’s website.

• If participants discover an error in their vaccine record, they should contact the provider where they received the vaccine to make the correction.

• The state of California has established its official vaccine records website to verify a resident's vaccination status, since it is more secure than a paper document and cannot be lost or forged.

We must do all that we can as a community to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Atherton Police Department News

Police Department Citizens Academy - October 30th

What is a "Citizens' Police Academy?"
The Citizens' Police Academy is a one-day citizen engagement program that is designed to provide Atherton residents with first-hand information about how their Police Department works.

Participation in the Academy requires a commitment of one full day and early evening (7:00 am – 6:00 pm). The Academy will occur on October 30, 2021 at the Holbrook Palmer Park Main House (150 Watkins Avenue).

The instruction will be provided primarily by both sworn and non-sworn staff from the Atherton Police Department’s Patrol detail, Dispatch, Property and Evidence, K9, and Investigations.

What Subjects are Included:
• Dispatch and the patrol call
• Investigations
• DA and the Criminal Justice System
• Crisis Intervention Training
• Taser – Use of Force – Less Lethal
• Traffic - Impaired Driving
• Canine history and demonstration
• Police Technology Tools
• Security Systems and Cameras
• Force options Simulator

Attendance at the October 30, 2021 Academy is limited. We will accept the first 25 applications so that class size allows for better interaction and hands-on training. If there is a high level of interest, other dates will be identified in 2022. To attend, you must be at least 21 years old, be an Atherton resident, and not have any felony convictions.

How to Apply: Jennifer Frew @ 650-752-0503 or via email at jfrew@ci.atherton.ca.us. The deadline is September 10, 2021.

Menlo Fire Protection District

To follow news and information shared by the Menlo Park Fire Protection District (MPFPD) you can visit the website and follow for upcoming meetings.

MPFPD website - click here

San Mateo County and State Election News

On September 14, 2021 the California Gubernatorial Recall Election will be held. The Town will have a vote-by-mail ballot drop box located at the temporary Town Hall at 150 Watkins Avenue - Holbrook Palmer Park beginning on August 16th at 8:00 AM.

Please note that staff and Town Hall will be transitioning to the new Town Center in mid-to-late August and the drop box will be relocated there at that time, more details will follow.

For additional information on the California Gubernatorial Recall Election regarding candidates, please click here

Basic Election Calendar:

8/16 - Vote-by-Mail Ballots will go out, Drop Boxes and select Vote Centers will be open to the public
8/24 - State Voter Information Pamphlets will begin to mail
9/14 - Election Day

For more information about the election including key dates visit the County Election website by clicking here.

www.getreadyatherton.org

A.D.A.P.T Emergency Preparedness Tips

case of a fire, keep a portable fire kit near your bed. Include: sneakers, portable oxygen (ie: Boost Oxygen), a headlamp with extra batteries, and a kit like the GoTime Gear Fire Escape Kit. Stay safe during a fire--as they spread quickly, especially in a town filled with beautiful overhanging trees.

A.D.A.P.T 5th Annual Community Emergency Drill.
When: Saturday, September 11th at 8:00 AM
Where: Holbrook-Palmer Park, 150 Watkins Ave, Atherton
**There will be PIZZA

To learn more visit: www.getreadyatherton.org

Caltrain

Caltrain Construction Updates - August 14 to August 20, 2021

On August 14 to August 20, Caltrain will be working during the night to install foundations and install equipment on poles. Night work hours will be from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Caltrain Electrification

Caltrain Electrification is a key component of the Caltrain Modernization program which will electrify the Caltrain Corridor from San Francisco's 4th and King Caltrain Station to approximately the Tamien Caltrain Station.

The primary purpose of Caltrain Electrification is to improve Caltrain system performance, reduce long-term environmental impact by reducing noise, improving regional air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. An electrified Caltrain system would better address Peninsula commuters' vision of increased service and improved travel times in an environmentally friendly and reliable way.

To learn more visit: www.CalMod.org/Events.

Weekly Atherton "Did You Know?"

Did you know..... The Atherton Police Department produces statistics related to crime activity in Town? To learn how to sign up for alerts via the CitizenRIMS click here.

City Clerk Anthony Suber
asuber@ci.atherton.ca.us

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