Here's a link to the City Council elections page in Menlo Park.
2026 City Council election
On Nov. 3, 2026, the City of Menlo Park will hold a General Municipal Election to fill three City Council seats, one each in Districts 1, 2, and 4.
Eligibility
For 2026, anyone who is 18 years of age and who is a resident and registered voter in Districts 1, 2, and 4 may run for a corresponding district seat on the City Council.
Process
The nomination period opens July 13, 2026, and closes at 5 p.m., Aug. 7, 2026.
If an eligible incumbent does not file nomination documents, the candidate filing period is extended through 5 p.m., Aug. 12, 2026.
Individuals who are eligible and interested in running for City Council should contact the city clerk’s office to make an appointment to receive the nomination paperwork and other official documents. An appointment is required to receive and accept nomination papers. These appointments can be made by directly contacting City Clerk Judi Herren.