 | | Make a real difference this year by taking actions that have a positive impact on the environment. Every year we celebrate Earth Day in Palo Alto and the City Council dedicates one meeting in April to highlight the environmental sustainability efforts of the City and community. We invite the community to this year’s meeting on April 16 to learn more about these efforts. Over the past year, the City has launched several new sustainability initiatives to build on City Council and Staff's strong and deep commitment to the environment. - City initiatives are in line with achieving the goals of the Climate Protection Plan, which will be discussed at the Council meeting on April16.
- We've kicked off Palo Alto CLEAN (Clean Local Energy Accessible Now), a program to purchase electricity generated by solar electric systems located within our City limits.
- Bike parking corrals have been installed on University Avenue, Ramona Street, and other locations, with more being planned.
- We have a new energy efficiency award program to recognize Palo Alto's non-residential building owners who are leaders in making building upgrades.
- The City's electric portfolio is being analyzed to see whether it's feasible to establish a carbon neutral (clean energy only) policy for Palo Alto's electricity.
- We have expanded our energy and water efficiency rebate programs for residents and businesses.
While many of the Palo Alto community’s efforts toward sustainability are ongoing, April also provides an opportunity to highlight the local partnerships between the City and our community. In 2012, it will be an important year for community initiatives: Many programs, activities and special events are open to the public to honor Earth Day in Palo Alto. Please join the City Council and the Palo Alto community as we renew our long tradition of environmental sustainability. 
Mayor Yiaway Yeh
|  | Monday, April 2
Palo Alto Little Chefs Cooking Camp: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Now you don’t have to spend your Spring Break with TV and video games.
[ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Tuesday, April 3
Wilkie Way Bicycle/Pedestrian Path: 6:30 PM
Community meeting to solicit input on a proposed path to connect Wilkie Way to Pratt Way in the Redwood Gate community providing access to El Camino Real.
[ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] Community Environmental Action Partnership (CEAP): 7 - 9 PM
Special meeting to discuss the "Cool City Challenge" with author and creator, David Gershon. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Wednesday, April 11
Palo Alto Verde Safe Routes to School Survey: 8:15 AM
The City is hosting a walking survey of Palo Verde School to help identify preferred walking and biking routes to get to school. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] Life Guard Training Class: 5:30 - 9 PM
If you are a teen and want to learn professional life-saving skills in service to others, then Lifeguarding is for you! [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] Draft Housing Element Discussion: 6 PM
The Planning and Transportation Commission will review the Draft 2007-2014 Housing Element. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Saturday, April 14
Smart and Attractive Alternatives to Lawn: 9 AM - Noon
Tired of watering, mowing and fertilizing your lawn? Learn about attractive alternatives available at this FREE workshop. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] Backyard Compost Workshop: 10 AM - Noon
Attend this FREE workshop and learn how easy it is to compost. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] Become A Block Preparedness Coordinator: 10 AM - 1 PM
In a major disaster, Block Preparedness Coordinators (BPCs) serve as the point of contact for your neighborhood and the City's Emergency Operations Center (EOC). [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Monday, April 16
City Council Study Session on Sustainability: 7 PM
Learn more about what the City and community are doing to achieve their sustainability goals. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Tuesday, April 17
Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition Bicycle Summit: 2 - 8 PM
The summit will include a discussion on industry-standard bicycle and pedestrian design standards. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Thursday, April 19
All Library Branches Closed: All Day
Libraries will be closed for staff training. The regular schedule will resume on Saturday, April 21. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] GREENLIGHT Film Festival: 7 PM
Attend this fun event to see inspirational films. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Saturday, April 21
Eco-Home Ribbon Cutting: 2 PM
Come check out this unique demonstration home filled with the latest efficient, sustainable and conserving technologies. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Sunday, April 22
Earth Day Celebration & Waterlilies Reception: 11 AM - 3 PM
Celebrate our environment and community with the Palo Alto Art Center. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Tuesday, April 24
Addison School Safe Routes to School Walk and Roll Map: 6:30 PM
The City hosted a Walking Survey of Addison School on March 20. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Saturday, April 28
Document Shredding Event: 8 AM - NOON
Safely recycle your old financial and personal paperwork. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] Teen Lounge: Movie Night: 4 - 6 PM
Popcorn and movie treats will be provided for munching while watching a film of your choice. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Monday, April 29
Bay-Friendly Garden Tour: 10 AM - 4 PM
Attend this self-guided Bay-Friendly Garden Tour and spend the day exploring private residential gardens, including 10 in Palo Alto. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Monday, April 30
City Council Retreat on Infrastructure: 5 - 9:30 PM
Attend this third Council Retreat as part of the City's "Year of Infrastructure and Renewal." [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/040112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Curious about the City’s Zero Waste efforts? Wondering when your street will get paved? Worried about the city’s disaster readiness?
This Monday, you’ll have a chance to ask Mayor Yiaway Yeh and City Manager James Keene anything you’d like, via a live Twitter Q&A facilitated by the city’s new Chief Information Officer, Jonathan Reichental.
Here’s how it works:
- To submit a question, a registered Twitter user composes a tweet question and appends it with the hashtag #AskMayorYeh. Here is an example tweet: What is it like to be a Mayor of Palo Alto? #AskMayorYeh.
- To follow along with the Q&A session, there are two options (a) Follow @cityofpaloalto and watch the tweet stream or (b) Type #AskMayorYeh into the Search or Discover boxes of the Twitter Web application.
- If you are new to Twitter, go to www.twitter.com and register for free.
The City also wants your feedback on the Q&A itself. Do you think it’s a good way to communicate your government leaders? Email your thoughts to city.manager@cityofpaloalto.org.
| | Energy efficiency makes sense for your wallet and the environment - it's a win-win choice Last year, the Mayor began publishing a monthly message to reach out to the community, highlight important issues and share upcoming community events. As your new Mayor, it's a new tradition I look forward to continuing throughout 2012! February's focus is on energy efficiency, a timely topic for this time of year when cold weather can lead to higher energy bills. In Fiscal Year 2010-11, the cost to meet the City of Palo Alto's (City) energy demand by helping customers achieve improved efficiency was on average 5.5¢ per kilowatt hour (kWh), compared to the cost of purchasing future electric supply on average 11¢ per kWh. It's a win-win for the City to help our customers meet their energy efficiency goals. For Residents - Most households receive monthly home energy reports that provide personalized energy usage information. There are easy no cost or low cost tips on cutting down on energy use, like adjusting your thermostat before leaving home. You may be eligible to apply for rebates of up to $300 for new qualifying appliances ranging from dishwashers and refrigerators to clothes washers, water heaters and power strips. Rebates of up to $1,500 are available if you install a solar water heating system in your home. Residents may also be eligible for rebates on a large-scale project like installing a solar photovoltaic system (PV) on your roof through the City's PV Partners Program. For Businesses - The City partners with businesses through the Right Lights+ program, which provides free energy surveys, recommendations for tailored strategies to reduce electric and natural gas usage, and connections to rebates and local, trusted contractors. Annual rebates of up to $100,000 are available to help businesses save money for installing energy efficient attic/roof insulation, window films, commercial dishwashers, laundry systems, heat pump water heaters, water boilers, commercial pool heaters, HVAC systems, refrigeration and lighting. Rebates are also available for specific and customized energy uses, so it pays to check it out. Next up for Energy Efficiency - Two new initiatives in 2012 will expand energy efficiency opportunities for the City's utilities customers. First, for electric vehicle (EV) owners, the City has established EV charging stations in several locations, and in July will be rolling out Time of Use rates so people can charge their vehicles when overall community energy use is down (like the middle of the night) and rates may be lower. These rates can encourage EV purchasers to shift their extra electric demand to off-peak times. Second, the City is tapping innovation here in Palo Alto through a partnership to test cloud-based energy management software focused on energy efficiency with People Power so residents will be able to access that information easily through mobile apps. Take the first step toward an energy efficient 2012 by calling the City's Utility Marketing Services staff at (650) 329-2241 for assistance. Mayor Yiaway Yeh
| | Thursday, February 2
"Tell Me Everything" Parenting Program: 7 PM
This free program is for parents who want to learn communication strategies to bridge the information gap between themselves and their child. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Friday, February 3
See "Go Dog Go" at the Children's Theatre: 2 & 7 PM
This show thrills audiences with its chaotic carnival of music and physical comedy about the joys and challenges of life and friendship. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | | | | Tuesday, February 7
Public Meeting on Pardee Park Renovations: 6:30 PM
Attend this meeting at the Lucie Stern Center Community Room, 1305 Middlefield Road, to review the proposed park renovations and provide your input. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Friday, February 10
Drop by the Mayor's Office Hours: 2 - 4 PM
Come by during office hours in the Mayor's office on the 7th floor of City Hall at 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Wednesday, February 15
Teen Volunteer Book Buddy Training: 4:15 - 5:15 PM
Teens! Learn the art of reading to young children. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Wednesday, February 22
Lytton Gateway Planned Community Discussion: 6 PM
The project would allow a new mixed use, five story building on the 21,713 square foot former Shell station location. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Monday, February 27
State of the City Address: 7 PM
Join the Mayor, City Council, City staff and community at this annual event to learn more about what the year ahead will bring. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Tuesday, February 28
eBooks for iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch & Android: 5:30 - 7 PM
Learn how to get free eBooks from the library on your favorite mobile device.
[ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | Wednesday, February 29
Edgewood Plaza Shopping Center Discussion: 6 PM
Plans for this site include renovating the center's three existing Eichler retail structures, relocating one retail structure, constructing 10 new single-family homes and creating a 0.22 acre park. [ http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/mgr/message_from_the_mayor_2012/020112.as..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | 
| New Mayor and Vice Mayor Selected
At a special City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 3, outgoing Mayor Sid Espinosa was publicly recognized for his leadership and collaboration as well as for active participation in community events during his tenure as Mayor in 2011. Council also selected Yiaway Yeh as Mayor and Greg Scharff as Vice Mayor for 2012. | | City's Top Five Priorities for 2012
To kick off the year, the City Council held its annual retreat on Saturday, January 21, to determine this year's priorities. After some discussion, the Council decided to carry over the five major priorities for the 2012 priorities: City Finances, Land Use and Transportation, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Sustainability and Community Collaboration for Youth Well Being. The Council, City staff and the public also kicked off an upcoming series of more in-depth discussions about the Infrastructure Blue Ribbon Task Force's detailed report about the City's long term infrastructure needs and ways to fund those needs. As a result, 2012 will be the "Year of Infrastructure" as the Council, City staff, and the community tackle these complicated issues. | | | | | | | | | |
Palo Alto has a new mayor.
Yiaway Yeh, 33, is the first Gunn High School graduate to become mayor, and is the second-youngest mayor after Byrl L. Salsman, who was elected in 1937.
Yeh has served as Vice Mayor alongside Mayor Sid Espinosa for the past year. His election came after a unanimous vote by fellow council members.
Yeh said the city’s infrastructure will take a top priority this year.
“I do see 2012 as the year of infrastructure investment and renewal in our community,” he said.
Yeh also highlighted youth wellbeing, sustainability, and reworking city services as central to his mayoral focus this year.
Council members were particularly impressed with Yeh’s role as an auditor with extensive experience analyzing large city departments, including in Oakland and San Francisco.
“Experience auditing government agencies gives him experience far beyond his 33 years,” said Council Member Larry Klein.
Former Mayor Pat Burt said that Yeh’s philosophy of government was also a major positive attribute.
“Yiaway is someone who truly believes that government is here to serve the community,” said Burt, “and that government can be conducted in a way that is open, fair, deliberate, and efficient.
“I think that each leader has his own style,” he continued, “and Yiaway’s is one where he will continue to have that quiet and yet strong leadership that we’ve seen from him throughout his four years on council to date.”
Youth wellbeing is central to Yeh’s 2012 mayoral strategy. He said Palo Alto needs to continue promoting a “culture of resiliency” as well as developmental assets.
Yeh also said he intends to focus on helping the city meet its sustainability goals by furthering the urban forestry plan, bolstering the city’s carbon-neutral portfolio, and moving forward the proposed compost facility at the former landfill site.
Finally, Yeh said 2012 will continue being a time of austerity, and that council will need to continue reviewing how it provides services.
“We need to look at how to provide the most cost-effective service but in a way that the quality of those services are positively impacted,” said Yeh.
Following the election of Yeh as Mayor, Council Member Greg Scharff was elected Vice Mayor in a unanimous vote.
 |  | December is always a time of reflection. As we look back on 2011, I am overwhelmed with how much Palo Alto accomplished. At the beginning of the year, the City Council set an aggressive agenda and the year-end results are remarkable. To be sure, this is an abbreviated list - and I definitely acknowledge that we still have a lot of work to do - but here are a few highlights related to our council priorities: City Finances - Labor Negotiations - Successfully negotiated new contracts with the City's labor unions to readjust the City's long-term employee benefit costs.
- Infrastructure Blue Ribbon Commission (IBRC) - Completed a major study to address how to prioritize and fund needed renovation or replacement of many aging City facilities.
Land Use and Transportation Planning - Stanford Hospital Projects - Approved the largest development project in the City's history after eight years of negotiations.
- Bike & Pedestrian Master Plan - Overhauled the City's bike and walking master plan to make it easier and safer for people to get around town without using their cars.
Emergency Preparedness - Emergency Water Supply - Broke ground on a 2.5 million gallon reservoir in El Camino Park to supplement our existing water supply during a natural disaster.
- Community-based exercises – Worked with our neighborhood leaders to build a stronger partnership through a variety of programs such as the safety fair, training activities, Quakeville overnight exercise and production of educational videos.
Environmental Sustainability - Renewable Energy - Received the Environmental Protection Agency's award for Exemplary Green Power Procurement as well as kept PaloAltoGreen's ranking as the number one Renewable Energy Program in the nation for participation levels.
- Efficiency Improvements - Installed 600 High-Efficiency LED Streetlights along Alma Street and El Camino Real and installed five new electric vehicle charging stations in three downtown garages to encourage more people to try these clean and green vehicles.
Community Collaboration for Youth Well-being - Project Safety Net - Received a Helen Putnam Award for Excellence from the League of California Cities for community suicide prevention efforts and supporting youth well-being.
- Developmental Assets Program - Continued to work closely with mental health professionals, the school district, parents and teens to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all our youth.
We could easily list at least four or five more "major accomplishments" under each category this year. Construction. Additionally, we saw exciting City construction projects across town including the Arts Center renovation, the opening of the new Downtown Library, building of the Mitchell Park Library and Community Center, completion of a major Storm Drain project along Channing Avenue, work begun on the new Emergency Water Supply Reservoir and installation of a water-efficient demonstration garden at the Lucie Stern Community Center. Innovation. To ensure Palo Alto retains its place as a center of innovation and technology, we re-energized our Economic Development efforts, collaborated on initiatives with local businesses such as OPower and IDEO to test out new ideas, and initiated a Development Center Blueprint project to ensure customers with complex building, major remodel or simple appliance installation projects can navigate the process efficiently. Community-building. We also hosted or cosponsored a myriad of community-wide events, including the Parade of Champions (for state champions Paly football and girls volleyball), a Martin Luther King Day of community service, Earth Day activities, May Fete Parade, World Music Day, the Twilight Concert Series, the Chili Cook-off, the Gran Fondo bike race, United Nations Association Film Festival and the upcoming holiday tree lighting, just to name a few. We set aggressive goals and we exceeded them. Thank you to the City of Palo Alto staff for their hard work throughout the year. And thank you to our community partners, activists, commissioners and volunteers for their contributions to these accomplishments. Congratulations on your many successes in 2011. We appreciate your dedication to the Palo Alto community, and we look forward to another year of major accomplishments in 2012.  Mayor Sid Espinosa | | | |
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| | recent HAPPENINGS | | PG&E Pipeline Testing Successfully Completed After months of preparation and testing, PG&E was finally able to put their #132 gas transmission pipeline back into service on November 19th. All of us in Palo Alto benefitted from this important project and we extend special thanks to the residents and commuters around the Alma Street and Page Mill Road test and repair sites, who bore the burden of the noise and traffic impacts from the pipeline testing process. For more details and to learn what we know about future plans for PG&E's other transmission pipelines in Palo Alto, http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/utl/news/details.asp?NewsID=1827&Targ..." rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here. | | | | |
| | VALUING youth | | December's Asset of the Month is Family Support Family provides high levels of love and support. Family support refers to the ways that parents, siblings, and extended family show love, encouragement, and comfort to each other—families are the cornerstone of the social support system for youth. A 2004 survey of Santa Clara County youth reveals that while younger youth generally experience and are aware of family support, teenagers do so much less often: 89% of 4th-6th graders reported family support, while only 66% of middle- and high school students reported the asset. Because adolescents require greater autonomy and independence than younger children, effective family support for older youth takes a different form than in earlier years; however, their need for their families is still strong. Adults are challenged to find a balance between giving youth the support they need to navigate their adolescence and the independence they need to develop as individuals. | | | |
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A former mayor once told me, "Don't ever use the word infrastructure. People don't understand it. Their eyes glaze over." Well, we can no longer ignore this topic because our infrastructure backlog is in a state of crisis. The good news is that we're tackling this problem head-on.When we talk about infrastructure, we mean public buildings, streets, levees, dams, sidewalks, parks and open spaces, bridges, traffic lights, trees, parking garages, and gas pumps -- nearly everything that the City owns besides vehicles, furniture and equipment. The problem is that years ago the City stopped investing enough money to keep our infrastructure maintained, let alone make improvements or cover new needs. We now have an infrastructure backlog that totals hundreds of millions of dollars.To address this backlog, the City Council appointed a 17-member Infrastructure Blue Ribbon Commission (IBRC). The IBRC has been assessing our assets in terms of catch-up (overdue maintenance), keep-up (planned maintenance), and new and replacement (deteriorated assets). The IBRC has held over 200 meetings, visited nearby cities, read thousands of pages of reports, worked closely with staff, and have become citizen-experts across the sprawling expanse of this issue. In the coming month, the IBRC will report to the Council a series of recommendations that include overall assessments, funding options, organizational requirements, project recommendations, and mechanisms to ensure that we don't end up in this predicament again. We look forward to their report.With that said, I am pleased that we already have several major projects underway like the renovation of the Palo Alto Art Center and the Mitchell Park Community Center and Library. We also just broke ground on a much-needed 2.5 million gallon underground reservoir in El Camino Park to shore up our emergency water supply. Furthermore, our newly renovated Downtown Library opened this summer, as did a major segment of the Channing Avenue Storm Drain Replacement Project. The Stanford Avenue/El Camino Real intersection has just been significantly enhanced to improve pedestrian and vehicle safety, and five new electric vehicle charging stations were recently installed in three City parking lots in downtown Palo Alto.While we can be proud of this recent progress, we still have a tremendous amount of work to do. Rest assured that we will develop a comprehensive plan to address Palo Alto's infrastructure backlog and plan for our future. This may not be the most exciting topic, but when it comes to the long-term health and vitality of our city, few issues are more important.
Mayor Sid Espinosa
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Watch it now... Investing in Palo Alto's Public Facilities. Rates Help Fund Seismic Improvements to Hetch Hetchy Water System. Cross Bore Safety Efforts.
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Recycling Center Closure Discussion: 5 PMLearn more about plans to close the Recycling Center during the Finance Committee meeting in the Council Conference Room, 1st floor at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Avenue. [ more ]
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Creative Writing Workshop: Writing the Perfect A+ Essay: 3:30 - 4:30 PMIf you have children in grades 2-5 who have trouble writing the perfect A+ essay, join us. [ more ]
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2011 Citizen Corps Council Recognition and Keynote: 7 - 9 PMHelp recognize six local individuals who have made outstanding contributions to our community emergency preparedness activities at this event in the Palo Alto Council Chambers, 1st floor at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Avenue. [ more ]
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Children's Theatre Presents Pinocchio: 7 PMJoin us for the traditional Italian story of a wooden puppet yearning to be a real boy springs to life on the theatre's main stage beginning November 3. [ more ]
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Breaking Dawn Party: 3:30 - 5:30 PMAttention Twi-hard Fans! Join us for the wedding reception of Edward and Bella Cullen. Come in costume or wedding attire (prizes for best dressed). [ more ]
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan: 7 PMAttend the City Council meeting as members consider the updated plan in the Council Chambers, 1st floor at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Avenue. [ more ]
Road Closures Planned as Work Begins on Stanford University Medical Center ProjectNorth Pasteur Drive closes and South Pasteur Drive becomes one lane each way as this major project gets underway. [ more ]
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Election Day Voting: 7 AM - 8 PMHave your vote counted on two important Palo Alto Ballot Measures. [ more ]
Knack for Knitting for Teens and Adults: 4 - 6 PMIf you have always wanted to learn, here's a great opportunity to knit with us. [ more ]
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Infrastructure Blue Ribbon Commission (IBRC) Meeting: 5 PMLearn more about what this commission has been working on all year at their meeting held at the Lucie Stern Community Room, 1305 Middlefield Road. [ more ]
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Tree Planting at Veterans Administration: 10 AM - 1 PMCelebrate Veteran's Day by joining veterans, students, Canopy volunteers and the Mayor in planting eleven trees at the Palo Alto Veterans facility on 11/11/11. [ more ]
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Creative Writing for Teens, with Author Terri Farley: 4 - 5:30 PMIn this fast-paced, energetic workshop, "Writing Your Wildest Dreams, Part 1," you will discover how your own senses, memories and creativity can jump-start your imagination. [ more ]
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Finance Committee Reviews Proposed New Solar "Feed-in-Tariff" Program: 6 PMOn the agenda tonight is a new program to be offered to customers in 2012. [ more ]
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Thanksgiving Holiday Collection Schedule for Garbage/RecyclingThere will be no collection on Thursday, November 24. Thursday's collection will be on Friday and Friday's collection will be on Saturday. [ more ]
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Edgewood Plaza Shopping Center Proposal: 6 PMPlanned development zoning for Edgewood Plaza will be considered by the Planning and Transportation Commission in the Council Chambers, 1st floor at City Hall, 250 Hamilton Avenue. [ more ]
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| | | If you can't view this email, click here to view in a browser. | | | | | | | September is National Preparedness Month, with thousands of activities across the country to promote emergency preparedness. The recent storms on the east coast and the earthquakes in Virginia, Colorado, Peru and Japan remind us that another earthquake will hit Palo Alto, and that it is critically important for every Palo Altan to be ready. While it is easy to put-off making an emergency preparedness kit, or preparing a family plan, or familiarizing yourself with city's resources and protocols, I implore you not to procrastinate. Get prepared today.To the right, you will find three instructional emergency preparedness videos. The first video describes our city government's plans and protocols. The second video follows a Palo Alto family as they make a household plan, which is a must-do for every home. The third video explains how to make an emergency preparedness kit, which FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) advises that all Californians should have in order to survive on their own for up to 7 days. Please watch all three videos.In addition to home kits and household plans, it is critical that you work with your neighbors to ensure a solid neighborhood plan. Because many of our police officers and firefighters live outside of the city, we must be prepared and organized amongst ourselves in case downed bridges and highways make Palo Alto inaccessible. Several Palo Alto neighborhood associations have already organized, creating detailed street-by-street plans with block captains and alternative modes of communication. Other neighborhoods have not yet begun. To learn more about how to get involved, visit www.paneighborhoods.org/ep.The goal of this message is not be overly gloomy or alarmist, but we know that a lot of people in town have procrastinated when it comes to being prepared. National Preparedness Month is a good reminder that an earthquake will hit Palo Alto and that advance planning and preparation are critically important. This could be a life-or-death situation. Please be prepared. Don't delay. Get started today.
Mayor Sid Espinosa | | | | Watch it now... Be Informed - Know How to Prepare for Emergencies
 Make a Plan Now So Your Family Knows What to Do in an Emergency  Build an Emergency Kit - Here's How! | | | | | | | | | | | | step into SEPTEMBER | | | | | | | | | | | Special Hours for Household Hazardous Waste Event - 3 - 5 PMThis afternoon event is for Palo Alto residents only so bring your items (and proof of residency) to the Water Quality Control Plant. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Gardening in Containers: Ornamentals and Vegetables - 10 - 11 AMEnjoy this free workshop held by the Master Gardeners held at their demonstration garden at Eleanor Pardee Park [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Children's Library Old Skool Birthday Bash - 3:30 PMHelp us celebrate Children's Library's 71st birthday with an afternoon of old-fashioned party games. [ more ]
Community Meeting on Installation of a Restroom at Juana Briones Park - 6:30 PMAttend the meeting and provide your input on whether to install a restroom, and if so, what location and amenities are preferred. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Creating a Habitat Garden with Native Plants - 6 - 9 PMDiscover how to create a beautiful, natural habitat garden by using water-efficient native plants. [ more ]
Meeting on New California Avenue Transit Hub Corridor Project Design Team - 7PMMeet the City's new design team for the California Avenue Streetscape project between El Camino Real and Park Boulevard. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 27th Annual Moonlight Run & Walk - 7 PMPre-register by September 2 to participate in Palo Alto's ever popular 5k and 10k run under the full harvest moon at the Palo Alto Baylands Athletic Center. [ more ]
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | Airport Day in Palo Alto - 10 AM - 4 PMBring your family and friends to enjoy this FREE and fun event at 1925 Embarcadero Road in Palo Alto. [ more ]
Quakeville Event 2011 - 2 PMIf you missed last year's Quakeville event, here's an opportunity for you and your family to participate in this community drill. [ more ]
Clear Story by Mildred Howard, Lecture and Reception - 3 - 6 PMBerkeley artist Mildred Howard has received international recognition for her bottle houses, which she creates as small-scale sculptures and large-scale installations. [ more ]
Road to College Along a Path of Purpose - 4 - 5:30 PMMarci Reichelstein, College Admissions Advisor will explain what to do in high school that will increase your chances of getting into the college of your choice. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 9/11 Memorial Event - 9 AMJoin the Mayor and City Council at a special 10th anniversary memorial event to recognize those who lost their lives from the terrorist attack. [ more ]
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | City Council Parking Study - 6 PMBe a part of the discussion about parking strategies for the Downtown and California Avenue Business Districts. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | PTC Bicycle & Pedestrian Transportation Plan 2011 - 6 PMThe Planning & Transportation Commission will discuss the Draft Final Bicycle & Pedestrian Transportation Plan 2011 and consider a recommendation to the City Council for adoption. [ more ]
"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" at the Children's Theatre - 6:30 PMPerformed on the Magic Castle Stage, join us for an encore of our successful production. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Homeless in Vehicles Community Forum - 7 - 8:30 PMJoin City of Palo Alto staff and the Community Cooperation Team in a discussion of issues regarding homeless persons living in vehicles. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Palo Alto Gran Fondo, Echelon Challenge and Taste of Palo Alto - 8 AM - 6 PMCelebrate biking and walking as well as the benefits of exercise and food sampling at three events; first starts at 8 AM with activities throughout the day. [ more ]
Middle School Bike Skills - 1- 5:30 PMInstructors teach youth how to be responsible, safe and legal bicyclists on neighborhood streets at Cubberley Community Center in Room H-6. [ more ]
Paws to Read - 2:30 - 3:30 PMPractice your reading skills by reading to a therapy dog at the library. [ more ] | | | | | | | | |
City of Palo Alto Message from the Mayor - August 2011
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Palo Alto's history, culture, citizens and future are inextricably linked to Stanford University -- and we are better for it. First, a little history. In 1886, then-U.S. Senator Leland Stanford (who was a railroad and banking tycoon, former California governor and major land owner here) approached the small community of Mayfield in hopes of founding a university to honor his recently deceased teenage son and only child. This was ranch country and Mayfield was primarily one rowdy downtown street with 13 saloons, which we now call California Avenue. Stanford had one requirement of Mayfield: that alcohol be banned within the city limits. That proposal was resoundingly rejected by Mayfield, leading Stanford to form a dry town further north -- hence University Avenue, Leland Stanford Jr. University and the City of Palo Alto. By the way, Mayfield was annexed into Palo Alto in 1925, and no liquor was sold within a mile and a half of the campus until 1971. Through the decades, the university and city have grown in tandem. Sometimes our "town-gown" relationship has had hiccups but the mutual benefits have been innumerable, from Stanford professors forming of our city?s municipal utility to our shared fire and paramedic services to the numerous start-ups created annually by Stanford grads/engineers, helping to drive our local economy. Of course, Palo Alto residents annually attend hundreds of sporting and arts events on campus, student volunteers work across the city, and Stanford and the city are currently coordinating various emergency preparedness programs. Today, both Stanford and Palo Alto are globally recognized centers of innovation and our partnerships reflect this. We are working together to test new technologies in several city departments, and the city recently approved the rebuilding and expansions of the Stanford Hospital and the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital -- two world-class facilities that will bring the latest health care technologies and service models to our community. To keep up with the multitude of public goings-on at Stanford, you can subscribe to a monthly calendar at http://foryou.stanford.edu or look for events at http://www.stanford.edu/. Here you can learn about sporting events, theatre performances, symphony concerts, lecture series, continuing education classes, etc. Palo Alto and Stanford are entering a new era of collaboration. Join us as we work together to address social problems and build a stronger sense of community.
Mayor Sid Espinosa
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Watch it now... Get a "Backstage Tour" of the emerging Bing Concert Hall with Stanford officials.
 Join the Mayor and Library Director on a "Hard Hat" tour of Mitchell Park Library, currently under construction.
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active AUGUST
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Council Review of Arastradero Road Trial Restriping Project ? 7 PMAttend this meeting in the Council Chambers to provide your feedback on the Trial Arastradero Road Restriping project between El Camino Real and Gunn High School. [ more ]
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Bloom Exhibit Opens at Palo Alto City Hall"Bloom" is an art exhibition of 12 Cubberley artists that reflects the bold colors of summer. [ more ]
City Council Summer Break BeginsFrom August 2 through September 2, the Palo Alto City Council will officially be on break. [ more ]
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Children's Theatre Hot Dog Suppertime ShowsEnjoy an evening performance of "Once Upon a Mattress" based on the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale at the outdoor Magic Castle. [ more ]
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FREE Household Hazardous Waste disposal day ? 9 AM - NoonThis event is for Palo Alto residents only so bring your items (and proof of residency) to the Water Quality Control Plant at 2501 Embarcadero Way in Palo Alto. [ more ]
Twilight Concert at Mitchell Park ? 6:30 PMEnjoy the modern folk rock sounds of Tempest durig this evening concert. [ more ]
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Irrigation Basics for the Homeowner ? 9 AM - 1 PMThis class is the first of three FREE landscape workshops for Palo Alto residents being offered during August. Pre-registration required because space is limited. [ more ]
Twilight Concert at Mitchell Park ? 6:30 PMBring the family with a picnic dinner to enjoy the lively music of the Sun Kings, a Beatles cover band. [ more ]
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Back to School Swap - 3:30 PMSwap your gently-used clothes, toys, books, backpacks and notebooks with other families in Palo Alto. [ more ]
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Author Event ? 3 - 5 PMEllen Sussan, author of French Lessons, will appear at Downtown Library in the new Program Room. [ more ]
Twilight Concert at Mitchell Park ? 6:30 PMCome watch local youth bands showcase their talent at this "Battle of the Bands" event! [ more ]
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Free Concert by the Peninsula Symphonic Band ? 3 PMEnjoy a concert at the Spangenberg Auditorium at Gunn High School. [ more ]
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Parking Program Study Session at Planning and Transportation Commission ? 6 PMHear about options under consideration for parking strategies and solutions in the downtown and California Avenue areas and surrounding neighborhoods. [ more ]
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Palo Alto Festival of the Arts ? 10 AM - 6 PMThis community-friendly event on University Avenue offers arts and crafts exhibits, micro-brews and fine wines, and live music and dancing. [ more ]
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recent HAPPENINGS
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Downtown Library Has Opened!
Over 1,000 excited customers visited the newly renovated Downtown Library on July 16 to enjoy a full day of family-friendly festivities! Happy customers watched Mayor Sid Espinosa cut the ribbon, then explored the redesigned facility, signed up for library cards, checked out materials, went online, and were entertained by a series of professional performers in the beautiful new Program Room. Downtown Library, the first project to be completed as a result of the passage of Bond Measure N, is lighter and brighter, has a dedicated new Children's Room sponsored by the Friends of Palo Alto Library, all new furnishings provided by the Palo Alto Library Foundation, a group study room, and 7,000 more items in its collection. The Library is now open Tuesday 10-6, Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 12-6 and Saturday 10-6.
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Palo Alto Art Center to Undergo a Transformation.
On Saturday, July 16, the Palo Alto Art Center celebrated the groundbreaking for its transformed facility. More than 200 community members enjoyed hands-on art activities, music, and fun. Comments about the importance of the Palo Alto Art Center in the community by Mayor Sid Espinosa, Councilmember Gail Price, School Board President Melissa Caswell, and other community members concluded the ceremony. The Palo Alto Art Center renovation represents a public/private partnership between the City of Palo Alto and the Palo Alto Art Center Foundation. Undertaken by the firm of Mark Cavagnero and Associates, the transformation will include: a special wing dedicated to children and youth; transformed exhibitions spaces; upgraded mechanicals, electrical, and ventilation/climate systems. With a projected re-opening in summer 2012, the Palo Alto Art Center is going On the Road with its programs during the building closure. Visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/artcenter for more information. |
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VALUING youth
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Developmental Asset of the Month ? Caring Neighborhood.
Caring neighbors lead to connected youth and connected youth are healthier, happier youth. What can you do? Learn the names and interests of the kids in your neighborhood, and find areas that you have in common. "Check in" with children and youth who are playing outside. Attend a game, play, or event in which a neighborhood youth is participating. Support local youth in their fundraisers. Even if you don't care for candy or the other items that the children are selling, your support of their activities shows that you value their goals and efforts. To learn more, visit http://www.projectcornerstone.org/pdfs/August_CaringNeighborhood_ResourceKit.pdf To get involved in the Palo Alto Developmental Assets Initiative of Project Safety Net contact us at devassetspaloalto@gmail.com. |
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| | When people ask what issue I've been most passionate about in recent years, the answer is simple: libraries. And I'm thrilled that this month (on July 16th), Palo Alto will reopen our renovated downtown library. Please join the celebration! Palo Alto is a community that loves reading and learning, but many are still surprised that our small town has five robust libraries. For many years the city debated whether we should save money by consolidating to one library or maintain our more expensive but neighborhood-focused, multi-branch library system. Eventually, we decided to keep all of our libraries, and because most were severely dilapidated, in 2007, Palo Altans passed a bond measure to finance the rebuilding of these treasured community assets. The renovated Children's Library (which is the oldest free standing children's library in the nation) reopened in 2007. Last year, the renovated College Terrace Library reopened. On the 16th, the Downtown Library will open its doors again, followed by the Mitchell Park Library and Community Center in 2012 and the Main Library in 2013. These new facilities are state-of-the-art, engaging and welcoming. They are not just buildings to check-out books and materials, but rather are true community gathering places. There are so many exciting activities at our libraries; it's hard to know where to start. Every year we host a myriad of programs like speaker series, citywide book club and children's programs. Also, we offer e-books, laptop loaners, as well as movie, "books on tape" and music check-out opportunities. Special thanks to the Palo Alto Library Foundation that, in recent years, has raised millions of dollars to support our libraries as well as to the Friends of the Library for their financial help with our collection and sponsorship of programs. Please support them. We rely on the generosity of Palo Altans to maintain our great community resources. Please join the whole community as we celebrate the opening of our downtown library on the 16th. We hope to see you there. Mayor Sid Espinosa | | | | Watch it now... Learn how to make your home efficient through the FREE Green@Home energy audit from Acterra and City of Palo Alto.  Get a "sneak peek" at the Downtown Library as finishing touches are getting done and before it reopens on July 16! | | | | | | | | | | | | enjoy JULY | | | | | | | | | | | Hike the new section of Byxbee ParkThirty-six additional acres of the Palo Alto Landfill will open to the public for hiking on July 1. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | FREE Household Hazardous Waste disposal day - 9 AM - NoonThis event is for Palo Alto residents only so bring your items (and proof of residency) to the Water Quality Control Plant at 2501 Embarcadero Way in Palo Alto. [ more ]
Twilight Concert in Rinconada Park - 6:30 PMJoin the 40-person Travis Air Force Base Band for a patriotic pre-fourth of July concert. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 30th Annual Summer Festival and Chili Cook-off - Noon - 5 PMThe tradition at Mitchell Park continues as we celebrate Independence Day at the Palo Alto Summer Festival & Chili Cook-off. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Annual Palo Alto Clay & Glass Festival at Rinconada Park - 10 AM - 5 PMThis prestigious and popular festival hosts a free, fabulous and fun-filled two-day celebration on July 9-10, 2011. [ more ]
Twilight Concert on California Avenue - 6:30 PMBring the family with a picnic dinner to enjoy the lively music of Steve Lucky and the Rhumba Bums. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Rail Corridor Study Session - 6 PMYou are invited to a City Council study session in the City Council Chambers to discuss progress on the Rail Corridor Study. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Planning and Transportation Commission to Discuss Arastradero Road Trial - 6 PMAttend this meeting to provide your feedback about the Trial Arastradero Road Restriping project between El Camino Real and Gunn High School completed in April. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Bastille Day at Ramos Park - 4:30 PMCome celebrate Bastille Day with members of the French sister-city committee of Neighbors Abroad. [ more ] Solar Water Heating Workshop - 6 - 9 PMLearn about why this technology may make sense for your home. [ more ] Community Environmental Action Partnership (CEAP) Meeting - 7 PMCEAP will host a meeting to learn about and discuss the Refuse Fund challenges we face. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Rediscover Downtown Library - 9:30 AM - 6 PMBe among the first to rediscover the Downtown Library at the grand reopening celebration! [ more ] Palo Alto Art Center Groundbreaking Family Day - 1 - 3 PMThe public is invited to join the City Manager and Council in celebrating the official groundbreaking for a revitalized Art Center at 1313 Newell Road. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Palo Alto Shuttle Community Meeting - 6 PMAttend this important meeting to provide your input on requests for new service stops along existing routes, modifications to the existing service routes and shuttle operator performance. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Middle School Bike Skills - 1 - 5:30 PMInstructors teach youth how to be responsible, safe and legal bicyclists on neighborhood streets at Cubberley Community Center in Room H-6. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Downtown Parking Study - 6:30 PMInterested residents and businesses are invited to hear about and discuss options to address downtown parking concerns. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | FREE Document Shredding Event - 8 AM - NoonShredding events will be held at the Sunnyvale Materials Recovery and Transfer (SMaRT) Station at 301 Carl Road in Sunnyvale for residents from its partner cities: Mountain View, Palo Alto and Sunnyvale.[ more ] Twilight Concert in Rinconada Park - 6:30 PMDrop by to enjoy the interesting sounds of Pellejo Seco. [ more ] | | | | | | | |
| | recent HAPPENINGS | | Recreation Staff Gears Up for Summer! The Recreation Services Division completed their week long Summer Staff In-Service Training. Approximately 200 camp counselors, swim instructors, lifeguards, junior counselors and junior lifeguards completed the week-long event. Staff received training in first aid, CPR, customer service, leadership, decision making, problem solving, program development | | | |
| | In addition to several major policy accomplishments (like approval of the Stanford hospital projects and another balanced city budget), this month, Palo Alto is gearing up for several exciting bicycle-related initiatives. Palo Alto is already recognized as a bike-friendly city, but we can do better—much better. The City Council held a study session recently about updating our Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Master Plan, which calls for doubling the number of trails and paths in the city, an improved way-finding system, more bike parking and addressing numerous other infrastructure needs. There is other great biking news around town: the Safe Routes to Schools program continues to expand, with thousands of students now biking to school; several bike sharing programs are launching this year, including a partnership with the Valley Transportation Agency at train stations and another for city staff; Traffic Skills 101 for adult cyclists is now being offered in partnership with the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition; and this year's Bike to Work event was the most successful ever. We will also host several major cycle-centric events later this year. On September 17, the City will sponsor Palo Alto Gran Fondo, a premier gathering of 500+ elite cyclists who will bike from downtown Palo Alto to the coast and back—all for charity. On the same day, we will host the Echelon Challenge relay, a fundraising ride, for more casual bike enthusiasts (that's you), as well as pedestrians. On October 9, Palo Alto Neighborhood Green Teams will host the second annual "Bike Palo Alto!" event, featuring fun rides throughout town, along with local biking and safety information, helmet fitting and bike maintenance tips. It's "The Year of the Bike" in our city, and I invite you to participate in the upcoming cycling events, join your neighbors who are increasingly biking around town, and most important, engage in our comprehensive planning to make Palo Alto an even better place to bike.  | | | | Watch it now... Why YOU Can Do It, Too Stories from the Bike Path Meet Patrick Dougherty. Artist of Stick Sculpture at Art Center | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Summer Reading Programs Begin at the LibraryThis summer readers of all ages can relax with great books and win rewards at the Palo Alto City Library! [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Community Meeting on Arastradero Road Re-Striping Trial – 6:30 PMAttend this important meeting at the Juana Briones School, Cafetorium Room, 4100 Orme Street in Palo Alto to provide your feedback. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Palo Alto Citywide Yard Sale – 8 AM - 2 PMPart citywide block party, part scavenger hunt and part flea market - come hunt for bargains on vintage fashions, antiques, treasures for your projects and other goodies in the over 290 different sales going on all over town. [ more ] Bike to Buzzzz a New Exhibit about Bugs at the Junior Museum – 10 AM Bring the family along to enjoy this fun, hands-on exhibit about bugs at the Junior Museum. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Stanford University Medical Center Final Hearing – 6 PMYou're invited to the Council's final public hearing on this project to rehabilitate, rebuild and expand the Stanford Hospital and Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, as well as to upgrade and add medical clinic space at the Hoover Pavilion. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | From Graywater to Green Gardens – 8 AM - NoonLearn how to keep your garden green and reduce your water use at Cubberley Community Center in Room H-6. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Budget Approval for 2012 - 7:30 PMPublic Hearing on Municipal Fee Schedule; Public Hearing on Budget Approval & Public Hearing for Water and Wastewater rate changes – Proposition 218 Hearing. [ more ] City Council Reviews Urban Water Management Plan - 7:30 PMThe City of Palo Alto Utilities 2010-2011 Urban Water Management Plan will be reviewed by City Council at its June 13 meeting. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Celebrate Solar Day at Solar Electric 101 – A Solar Electric (Photovotaic) Introduction – 9 AM - NoonHow they work, the financial and environment impacts, how to pursue a solar project for your home. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Third Annual Palo Alto World Music Day – 3 - 7:30 PMCelebrate Father's Day listening to great live music in downtown Palo Alto. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Bus Rapid Transit Study Session (VTA) – 6 PMYou're invited to a City Council study session to hear about the Valley Transportation Authority's (VTA's) plans for a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor along El Camino Real from San Jose to Palo Alto. [ more ] Budget Approval for 2012 - 7 PM Public Hearing on Municipal Fee Schedule; Public Hearing on Budget Approval. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Middle School Bike Skills – 1 - 5:30 PMInstructors teach youth how to be responsible, safe and legal bicyclists on neighborhood streets at Cubberley Community Center in Room H-6. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | 20th Birthday Party for Lucille Packard Childrens Hospital – 10 AM - 4 PMYou are invited to the party at the intersection of Quarry and Welch Roads on the Stanford University campus. This free event is open to everyone. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Rail Corridor Study Session – 6 PMYou are invited to a City Council study session to discuss progress on the Rail Corridor Study in the City Council Chambers. [ more ] Draft Energy/Compost Study Council Discussion – 7 PMCity Council will review a draft Feasibility Study for an Energy/Compost Facility adjacent to Palo Alto's Wastewater Treatment Plant at its meeting. [ more ] | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Palo Alto Landfill ClosingThe Palo Alto Landfill is just about full and the gates are expected to close to the general public by July 1.[ more ] | | | | | | | | |
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