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www.PaloAlto.gov/CelebrateCharlestonArastradero
CHARLESTON ARASTRADERO CORRIDOR
COMPLETION & BIKE TO WORK THIS WEEK
Charleston Arastradero Corridor Completion Celebration
• Thanks to everyone who joined us on Saturday, May 10 recognizing the completion of the Charleston/Arastradero Corridor project during a 1-mile community ride.
The $20.7 million multi-year infrastructure project has transformed the roadway with new crosswalks, wider sidewalks, upgraded traffic signals, and improved bike lanes. Details at www.PaloAlto.gov/celebrateCharlestonArastradero • Also, noting that Council will hear from staff on progress updating the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan on June 2.
Bike to Work Day and Bike to Wherever Days run from Thursday May 15 to Saturday May 17.
• Join fellow commuters for Bike to Work Day on May 15 and stop by a Palo Alto Energizer Station. Continue the fun and pedal with a purpose anywhere on Bike to Wherever Days, May 15–17.
Details at www.PaloAlto.gov/biketowork
www.PaloAlto.gov/PoliceMemorial
POLICE MEMORIAL
• In honor of National Police Week, join Palo Alto Police Department staff in a ceremony to honor the sacrifice
of the three officers in Palo Alto history who have
been killed in the line of duty on Wednesday, May
14, 9-9:30 a.m. at Memorial Grove (at Cogswell Plaza). • Memorial Grove was dedicated to our three fallen
officers by the City of Palo Alto in 2014.
• The trees, originally planted at the site in 1955, are nearby the location of the City's first police station at 450 Bryant Street.
Learn more at www.PaloAlto.gov/PoliceMemorial
www.PaloAlto.gov/Housing
HOUSING UPDATES
We recently published a summary of housing updates:
• Recruitment for San Antonio Road Area Plan Community Advisory Group
• Recent affordable housing investments
• ADU resources
• And more.
Learn more at www.PaloAlto.gov/Housing
The City is hosting a free Affordable Housing & Housing Resources Fair to help residents explore options, access support, and connect with local organizations on Saturday, May 17, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m., at King Plaza (in front of City Hall). • Learn how to get on affordable housing waitlists
• Speak directly with local nonprofits and County agencies • Ask questions about eligibility, applications, and housing rehab
www.paloalto.gov/CouncilAgendas
NOTABLE TENTATIVE UPCOMING COUNCIL ITEMS
May 19
• 788 and 800 San Antonio Prescreening
• Advanced Water Purification System
Construction Contract
• Wireless Communications
May 27
• El Camino Real Housing Focus Area
• Downtown Housing Plan
June 2
• Study Session: Bicycle and Pedestrian
Transportation Plan
• SB 1123 Single Family Zone Urgency Ordinance
• 4075 El Camino Real
June 9
• Cubberley Study Session
• CDGB Annual Action Plan
• Cal Ave. Outdoor Activation Guidelines
June 16
• Weed Abatement Actions
• FY 2025-2026 Budget Adoption
• Newell Road Bridge Replacement
Construction Actions
June 17 Placeholder Meeting
(If Needed)
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