Weekly Message ~ November 2019
Business News
Chamber Board Election Ballot is Open
A ballot that needs your vote is the Chamber Board Election Ballot. Please vote!

The Board Ballot will close on Monday, November 18 at 5 pm .

Getting Downtowns Moving with Convenient and Sustainable Access
Many downtowns in the Bay Area are facing some version of this challenge: Customers and workers, residents and visitors all need to be able to get downtown, and parking can be a barrier. In this session, experts will discuss a variety of strategies to improve access to downtown that also help reduce congestion and improve the environment, including:

  • Managing parking
  • Providing transit access for low-income workers and small businesses
  • Improving access for cycling, walking, and micro-mobility
  • Building affordable homes downtown

Wednesday, November 6, 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Arrillaga Family Recreation Center
700 Alma Street, Menlo Park

Draft TA Strategic Plan Seeking Feedback
The San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA) released its Draft Strategic Plan for public comment. This Draft Plan outlines how the TA will make investment decisions over the next five years for the funds from Measures A and W that it is responsible for administering, including the process for how projects will be evaluated and prioritized. These decisions will have a major impact on transportation funding in this County. 
We hope you will take some time to review and comment. The Draft Plan and comment form are available here . Public comment closes on Friday, November 15 .
Around Menlo Park
West Bay Model Railroad Association Open House
Watch trains run on our scenic two-level layout while club members answer your questions.

Admission is free! Donations are greatly appreciated.

Saturday, November 9, 1 to 4 pm
1090 Merrill Street, Menlo Park

Members at Work
"Memories of My Travels" Art Exhibit at Marcela's Village Gallery
"Memories of My Travels" is an Art Exhibit by artists Claudio Talavera-Ballon and Miquel Aymerich

Enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by art and friendly people this Friday! Appetizers will be served.
 
Reception:  
Friday, November 8, 5 to 8 pm
Marcela's Village Gallery
883-1 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park

Mark Your Calendar
November 5-7
Tuesday to Thursday, 3601 Lyon St., San Francisco

November 6
6:30 to 8:30 pm, 700 Alma St., Menlo Park

November 8
5 to 8 pm, Marcela's Village Gallery, Menlo Park

November 8
7 to 8 pm, Hotel Nia, Menlo Park

November 9
1 to 4 pm, 1090 Merrill Street, Menlo Park

November 11
Chamber Closed in observance of Veteran's Day

November 14
8 to 9:30 am, Chamber Conference Room

November 15-16
Friday to Saturday, 748 Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park
Menlo Park Chamber of Commerce | (650) 325-2818 |  menloparkchamber.com