Town Meetings & News

The City Council will hold its next Regular City Council Meeting on Wednesday, November 19 at 6 PM. That agenda has not been published. When it is published you can view it here.

This Week in Atherton Online

Atherton Safety Element Workshop - Tuesday, November 11
ADU Mixer - Thursday, November 13
Celebrating Our Veterans Events
Active Transportation Outreach
Early Flood Warning System

Safety Element Workshop

Join us to share feedback on the draft plan and help guide the Town's long-term approach to hazard preparedness and resilience.

In-person attendance and participation is encouraged.

If joining virtually, please submit public comments in advance to tford@ci.atherton.ca.us

The Safety Element is a required component of the Town's General Plan that focuses on protecting the community from natural and human-made hazards such as earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, and climate change. It establishes a long-term framework for preparedness, mitigation, and resilience - distinct from the Town's Emergency Response Plan, which guides real-time response actions.

This update plays a crucial role in strengthening Atherton's ability to precent, respond to, and recover from disasters. Community input is essential to ensure the Safety Element reflects local priorities and supports the well-being of all residents.

We encourage you to participate in the upcoming Community Workshop and share your perspective as we work together to enhance Atherton's safety measures. Following the workshop, staff will incorporate community feedback and present the updated draft for review and consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.

When: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 6 PM - 8 PM

Where: Atherton Town Center - Council Chambers | 80 Fair Oaks Lane

Virtual Meeting Information:

https://ci-atherton-ca.zoom.us/j/84150249099

Meeting ID: 841 5024 9099

Atherton ADU Mixer

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community! This event brings together home providers, home seekers, and residents.

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community!

This event brings together home providers, home seekers, and residents interested in Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to learn, share, and explore how ADUs and home sharing can create more housing opportunities in our community.

Enjoy light refreshments, inspiring success stories, and interactive discussion activities designed to help participants connect and exchange ideas in a welcoming environment.

To close out the evening, we’re planning a speed-mingling session where interested home providers and home seekers will have the opportunity to meet and chat with 3–4 individuals to explore potential matches and build connections. Participation in this activity is completely

When: November, 13, 2025 at 6PM - 8PM

Where: Town of Atherton - Council Chambers - 80 Fair Oaks Lane, Atherton, CA

RSVP - Click Here

Celebrating Our Veterans

Friday, November 14 - 6PM - 9PM (Ticketed Event)

Beyond the Uniform & Art Reception

An evening with Tobias Wolff, Tom House (Salesforce), and Dr. Dean Winslow. Includes wine, hors d’oeuvres, and first viewing of the Veteran Art Show.

Tickets available online or at the door. To purchase tickets in advance visit: https://iava.org/events/beyond-the-uniform-speaker-series

Cost: $250

Questions? Contact Atherton Arts Foundation at dlhunterart@gmail.com

Saturday, November 15 - 10 AM

Morning "Vet Together" at 10:00 AM

Veterans of all ages and service branches are invited to join this free reception with coffee, donuts, and conversation.

Family Day & Art Show at 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Kids are welcome to come paint rocks or tote bags, explore antique military vehicles, and meet veteran artists. This is open to all and entirely free.

Evening Paint & Sip at 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Ticketed Event)

Come paint alongside artist Mark Stapleton, enjoy wine, food, laughter, and creativity. Reserve your spot today by visiting: https://donate.iava.org/event/art-show-and-family-days/e729592

Cost: $100

Questions? Contact Dorothy Hunter at dlhunter@gmaio.com

Sunday, November 16 5 PM - 7:30 PM

Family Day & Art Show at 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Kids are welcome to come paint rocks or tote bags, explore antique military vehicles, and meet veteran artists. This is open to all and entirely free.

Art & Tea at 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM (Ticketed Event)

Join Caroline Mustard to slow down, sip tea, and paint alongside Caroline for an afternoon of creativity with new friends. Reserve your spot now by visiting: https://donate.iava.org/event/art-show-and-family-days/e729592

Cost: $100

Questions? Contact Dorothy Hunter at dlhunter@gmaio.com

You an enjoy both Paint and Sip + Art and Tea for a cost of $175.00.

Active Transportation Plan

Share your ideas for improving walking, biking, and rolling throughout Atherton.

View the plan: Click Here or go to ci.atherton.ca.us/701/Active-Transportation-Plan

Upcoming Outreach:

November 12 and 20: Neighborhood Meetings– There will be neighborhood meetings on November 12 and 20, where community members will have the opportunity to provide targeted input on recommendations in specific areas. All meetings will be at Atherton City Hall (80 Fair Oaks Lane) and be one hour long. These areas are

Selby/Stockbridge: Wednesday, November 12, at 6: 00 P.M.
Atherton Avenue: Wednesday, November 12, at 7:15 P.M.
East of El Camino Real: Thursday, November 20, at 6:00 P.M.

OneShoreline - Flood Warning

The rainy season is upon us, and one important part of OneShoreline's storm preparation work is the Flood Early Warning System network of more than 30 stream, precipitation, and tide gauges across San Mateo County that provides real-time flood alerts as well as important data for our projects.

The Flood Early Warning System website features an interactive map with the locations and status of active gauges, dashboards displaying alert thresholds with creek depth and tide graphs for four flood-prone waterways:

Atherton Channel, Belmont Creek, Colma Creek, and San Bruno Creek, and sends automated alerts to emergency contacts at 75% (flood watch) and 100% (flood warning) of a creek’s downstream capacity.

Stay informed and subscribe to the OneShoreline newsletters here.

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The Town’s quarterly newsletter, The Athertonian, is packed with updates on local projects, council decisions, and community events.

View the latest edition: https://atherton.news/Athertonian-Summer-2025

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