Town Meetings & News

The City Council will have a Study Session on Wednesday, September 3 at 4 PM. The agenda is published you can view it here.

The Park and Recreation Committee will have a meeting on Wednesday, September 3 at 6:30 PM. The agenda is published you can view it here.

The City Council Charter City Subcommittee will have a meeting on Monday, September 15 at 1:30 PM. The agenda is published you can view it here.

This Week in Atherton Online

A.D.A.P.T.
PD Communications
SMC Yellowjacket alert
SMC Civics 101 2025
EV Deals
Caltrain News
Back to School Safety Reminders

A.D.A.P.T Community Meeting:

Meet our new Fire Marshal, Gage Schlice

Meet Menlo Park Fire District's New Fire Marshal, Gage Schlice!

A.D.A.P.T. is hosting a special community talk with Menlo Park Fire District Fire Marshal Schlice, who will discuss fire risk, response plans, and how Atherton is preparing for increased wildfire threats and emergencies.

Join your neighbors to explore a new day and time for community meetings, being Wednesday, September 10, from 5:30 - 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at Town Hall.

Pizza will be served. That we have the right amount of food, please RSVP here.

For those of you who'd like to attend online, the meeting is available via Zoom.
Zoom details are:

https://ci-atherton-ca.zoom.us/j/82689771566?pwd=9B62uxpuudUIrKsuat4NYzR6ayAWDG.1

Meeting ID: 826 8977 1566

Passcode: 892461

Police News & Information

The Police Department released a NewsFlash on Tuesday, August 26 to notify residents and neighbors about a residential burglary.

Summary:

On August 26, 2025, at approximately 12:41 pm, a residential burglary occurred in the 100 block of El Camino Real in Atherton. The suspect(s) entered the detached garage through an unlocked door and stole a bicycle. At this time we do not have any suspect(s) or suspect vehicle information.

This incident is under investigation and no other information is available at this time.

If you live in the area of El Camino Real, please check your surveillance video and report any possible leads to the Atherton Police Department at 650-688-6500.

To learn more click here.

San Mateo County News & Information

Yellowjacket Awareness - Do's & Don'ts

San Mateo County wants to help you understand *where* and *how* to hang a yellowjacket trap.

Don't:

Hang the traps near where you are eating outdoors. The traps *attract* more yellowjackets to the immediate area.

Do:

Hang the traps on the edge of your property, or (in a large area) at least 200 feet away from where people are eating. Space them every 150 feet around the edge of the area.

Remember to change the lure/bait according to the package instructions - usually they have to be changed every few weeks to continue to work.

If you can't find a nest on your property, don't forget to tell your neighbors about our NO-COST yellowjacket treatment service! They can check their property for nests as well and reach out.

If you know where the nest is (usually in a hole in the ground), call us for NO-COST treatment. We usually visit the next business day! Call 650-344-8592 or submit a request online at https://www.smcmvcd.org/request-service

SMC Civics 101 - Now Enrolling the 2025 Class

Civics 101 Now Enrolling the 2025 Class

Registration is now open for the San Mateo County Civics 101 Academy, a free, hands-on introduction to county government.

Participants go behind the scenes of County departments — from public safety and health to elections and parks — and meet department heads and ask questions.

9-week program, one evening per week starting in September, is free to attend.

Application link: https://tinyurl.com/3cfjnrh8
More info: www.smcgov.org/ceo/civics-101-academy

PCE News & Information

Exclusive EV Deals for a Limited Time

Peninsula Clean Energy is partnering with Ride and Drive Clean to offer exclusive discounts on select new electric vehicles. To maximize your savings, including up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, purchase or lease your new EV by September 30, 2025.

Sign up now and join a free webinar to learn how to get your EV discounts: RideandDriveClean.org/EVsavings

Caltrain News

June's monthly ridership increase of 76% was beaten by July's, which was a record high 78% higher than it was in July 2024. To learn more about Ridership click here.

To learn more about the Summer of Caltrain click here.

Did You Know?

SMC Sheriff's Office Offers Back to School Safety Reminders

With many schools back in session, the Sheriff’s Office and law enforcement agencies

across San Mateo County are sharing important safety reminders for students, families and faculty.

For drivers:

•Slow down in school zones and near bus stops

•Expect more foot traffic in neighborhoods and around schools

•For parents and guardians:

•Establish a safe pick-up and drop-off routine with your child

•Remind kids to avoid talking to strangers on their way to and from school

•Teach kids to keep phones and earbuds away while crossing streets

•Pedestrian and bike safety:

•Walk on sidewalks whenever possible

•Always look left, right and left again before crossing

•Wear bright clothing or reflective gear if traveling early in the morning or evening

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