August 10, 2026 www.PaloAlto.gov
CITY MANAGER
COMMENTS
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• Last week the Public Safety Building received the Temporary Certificate of Occupancy for full move-in.
• With this critical step reached, Phase 2 move-in for all workgroups except Dispatch, is planned for August.
• Dispatch transition will occur as the last phase, and then the building will be fully activated.
• Police counter and record service at the new Public Safety Building will be announced following full staff move-in.
PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING PROGRESS
Existing customer support continues at Police headquarters at City Hall/ 275 Forest Ave.
For hours go to www.paloalto.gov/lobbyservices
www.PaloAlto.gov/ConstructionUpdates
• There are several active roadway construction projects happening throughout the community, use alternative
route, if possible:
• East and West Bayshore Road Storm Drainage
Infrastructure construction
• Embarcadero Road improvements continue including
Saturday work – Phase 1 to be complete by
Wednesday, August 12
• PG&E El Camino / Arastradero construction through
September
• Alma St. utility work continues between Colorado
Ave. and El Carmelo Ave. through October.
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AROUND TOWN
It’s the first week back for many including those attending Palo Alto Unified School District schools; encourage everyone to add in extra time getting around town, and slow down near schools. www.PaloAlto.gov/AugustEvents
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS AT LOCAL EVENTS
August is Wellness Month: Consider slowing down, recharging, and connecting to support well-being:
• Self-Care Social for Teens – August 12
• Family Move Night – August 14
• Chill Out with Mindfulness Meditation – August 15
• Tour the Regional Water Quality Control Plant – August 20 • Palo Alto Festival of the Arts – August 22-23
• Thursday Live on Cal Ave – August 27
• Wild Color: Community Mural Workshop – August 29
Jed Foundation community conversations this week:
Community Response to Suicide – Help shape Palo Alto’s Postvention Guide on Tuesday, August 11 at 6 p.m.
It’s OK to Say Suicide – Build a common understanding of key terms and how to identify and support someone in crisis on Wednesday, August 12 at 6 p.m. More at www.PaloAlto.gov/JED www.PaloAlto.gov/StateOfTheCity
2026 STATE OF THE CITY
• Join the Mayor of Palo Alto for the 2026 State of the City on Wednesday, August 19 at the Palo Alto High School
Performing Arts Center; doors open and public comment
at 5:30 p.m.
• Learn about updates on the implementation of the City Council Priorities, highlight achievements advancing the Council's Values and celebrate community successes with a reception to follow.
• Watch live on YouTube or attend in person.
Bike and complimentary vehicle parking available. RSVP requested, not required. www.PaloAlto.gov/Transportation
TRANSPORTATION WORKSHOPS & BIKE RIDES
Grade Separation Project Community Meetings: Join in-person only community meetings on Tuesday, August 25 or Wednesday, August 26 to provide input on refined 15% grade separation designs for Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road. Both meetings from 6-8 p.m. at Mitchell Park Community Center El Palo Alto Room, will present information on all three crossings.
South Palo Alto Bike and Ped Rail Crossing In-person Only Workshop:
On Thursday, August 27, share feedback on proposed El Dorado Avenue design alternatives at Rinconada Library, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
The City and Palo Alto Transportation Management Association Community Bicycle Rides: Familiarizing the community with the El Camino Real bike lanes, each Tuesday in August.
www.PaloAlto.gov/CouncilAgendas
AUGUST 17
• Public Hearing: 762 San Antonio Road
• ADU and JADU Ordinance Amendments
AUGUST 24
• Study Session: Semi-Annual Independent Police
Auditor Discussion
• Oversized Vehicle Parking Update
• Buena Vista Regulatory Agreement
SEPTEMBER 9, WEDNESDAY
• CAO Evaluation Closed Session
• Study Session: Consultant Contract Management
• Grand Jury Report on VTA
• Public Hearing: 470 Olive Avenue
NOTABLE TENTATIVE COUNCIL ITEMS
Council meeting on September 9 in
recognition of Labor Day, September 7.
SEPTEMBER 14 & BEYOND
• Public Hearing: 375 Hamilton Avenue
• Water Revenue Bonds
• Stream Corridor Protection Actions
• Prescreening: 760 Cowper
• Grade Separation Direction to
Advance to 35% Design and
Environmental Documentation
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