January 21, 2025 www.cityofpaloalto.org
CITY MANAGER
COMMENTS
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• Thank you to the Palo Alto Fire Department personnel and all first responders who are actively deployed in the Los Angeles area supporting those in need.
• Palo Alto Fire's deployment to the Palisades fire via mutual aid continues. Relieve crew being sent to replace initial PAFD Engine 65.
Thanks to the PAFD staff working overtime to cover the staffing deployed.
• We’ve compiled a list of resources available should the community be interested in helping through donations, volunteering and more.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT LA FIRE VICTIMS
www.cityofpaloalto.org/CreekCorridorOrdinance
• The City is updating its creek/stream corridor ordinance to preserve natural vegetation and habitats, protect creek’s bank integrity, and manage public access while providing opportunities for future development.
• Attend a community meeting on February 6, 6-8 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room at City Hall with a hybrid
option available.
• Gain an overview of the project and learn about
regulations under consideration.
Learn more at www.cityofpaloalto.org/CreekCorridorOrdinance
CREEK-STREAM CORRIDOR COMMUNITY MEETING
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Children’s Library Closure
• Children's Library will be closed Sunday, February 16 through May 2025 for renovations including new
carpet and paint, plus a new Automated Materials
Handling system to enhance customer experience.
Rinconada Library 10
th Anniversary Celebration
• On February 8, 3 – 5 p.m. celebrate the 10-year
anniversary of Rinconada Library through festivities
planned including speeches, architectural tours,
performances, and more. Plus, get a commemorative
library card while supplies last.
UPCOMING LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
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• The City is recruiting community members to participate on a board, commission, or committee.
• There are openings on the following:
• Architectural Review Board (3)
• Human Relations Commission (2)
• Utilities Advisory Commission (1)
• Volunteer and make a difference.
• Deadline to apply is February 26.
Learn more and apply at www.cityofpaloalto.org/BCRecruit
JOIN A CITY BOARD, COMMISSION, COMMITTEE
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NOTABLE TENTATIVE UPCOMING COUNCIL ITEMS
Saturday, January 25, 9 a.m.,
Mitchell Park Community Center: Council
Retreat
February 3
• Study Session: Cal Ave.
• Study Session: Plan for 2025 Special Events
• AB 2097 Parking Requirements for New
Development
February 10
• Study Session: Homelessness in Palo Alto
• Weed Abatement
• 3265 El Camino Real
February 24
• Mid-Year Budget Review
• Council Priority Objectives Workplans
March
• Housing Element Actions
• 4075 El Camino Way
• Dark Sky Ordinance
• Study Session: Youth Council
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