January 16, 2024 www.cityofpaloalto.org
CITY MANAGER
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www.cityofpaloalto.org/engage
JOIN THE CONVERSATIONS: JANUARY 2024
Join the conversation about community topics of interest, share your feedback, and connect with neighbors.
• Wednesday, January 17 – Recreation Wellness Center Proposal at Mitchell Park Community Center, (hybrid) 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, January 24 – San Antonio Road Corridor Visioning Workshop at Mitchell Park Community Center (in person only), 6 – 8 p.m. • Monday, January 29 – Annual City Council Retreat: Council Priority Setting Session at Mitchell Park Community Center, 5:30 p.m. start time • Wednesday, January 31 – Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Workshop (virtual only), 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/Engage for these and more ways to be involved. www.cityofpaloalto.org/Switch
HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER PROGRAM UPDATE
• The City's Heat Pump Water Heater pilot program is
running smoothly after recent program improvements.
• Sign up now and expect a project estimate within a few days after your home site assessment.
• New state incentives are creating very low prices to
upgrade, as little as $1,350 and even less up front if you’re signed up for the on-bill financing program.
• Take advantage of this limited-time state incentive pricing and sign up today. One call does it all –(650) 713-3411.
Learn more and sign up to upgrade your water heater at www.cityofpaloalto.org/Switch
www.cityofpaloalto.org/StormUpdate
WINTER STORM READINESS REMINDERS
• Before the 2023–2024 storm season began, the City hosted an interactive workshop for residents to gain tips about storm preparedness.
• The latest community update answers three top questions from the workshop, and offers storm readiness reminders, such as:
• Monitor creek levels, weather impacts and more
• Learn about what to expect before, during and after a flood • Get storm ready at home
• Report community impacts and stay informed
• Gain tree help and support
Visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/StormUpdate to find these resources and read the update. www.cityofpaloalto.org/CouncilAgendas
NOTABLE TENTATIVE UPCOMING COUNCIL ITEMS
January 22
• Approval of the City Clerk Appointment
• Easement Relocation Agreement at Castilleja
School
• 2025-2033 Long-Range Financial Forecast
• Annual Legislative Guidelines & Legislative
Platform
January 29
(Located at Mitchell Park Community Center, El
Palo Alto Room)
• 2024 Annual Council Retreat: Council Priority
Setting Session, start time 5:30 p.m.
February
• FYI 2024 Mid-Year Budget Review
• Council Procedures & Protocols
Handbook
• Objectives Standards for SB9 Projects
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City Calendar of Events and Meetings:
CityofPaloAlto.org/Calendar
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