Airplane Noise Palo Alto is impacted by three arrival routes into San Francisco International Airport (SFO). These routes have had an ongoing negative health impact on our community. The City is committed to working with our residents, Congress, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), SFO, and other stakeholders to find solutions.
California Eviction Moratorium & Utilities Relief Updated information on California Eviction Moratorium & Utilities Relief Program.
Castilleja School In 2000, Castilleja received a Conditional Use Permit from the City of Palo Alto for a maximum enrollment cap of 415 students. Castilleja’s student enrollment has exceeded this cap for years and upon learning this in 2013, the City began enforcement actions that included imposing a significant financial penalty and requiring the school to reduce its enrollment and apply for a new use permit.
Charleston / Arastradero Corridor Project Published on August 31, 2022 The 2.3-mile Charleston-Arastradero Corridor is a heavily used, residential- arterial road, serving as an east-west connector for the southern section of Palo Alto.
City Council Priorities for 2022 Each year, Palo Alto City Council reviews its priorities. A Council priority is defined as a topic that will receive significant attention during the year. Typically, priorities have a three-year time limit, although some may continue beyond that time period.
College Terrace Market The recent closure of Khoury’s Market at College Terrace Centre has prompted a number of questions from the community, most particularly about the requirement of the property owner to ensure that a grocery store continues to occupy the site.
Connecting Palo Alto Connecting Palo Alto is a community-based process to address the increased traffic congestion expected when Caltrain electrifies the tracks and runs more trains through the corridor. Community feedback and collaboration are a vital part of this decision-making process that will affect future generations to come.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Learn about the City’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response. The City encourages the community to stay informed, practice good hygiene, be aware, and be prepared.
Creek Monitor & Camera The Creek Monitor and other systems are monitored by City of Palo Alto staff when conditions warrant and staffing permits. These creek levels and other data are provided for information purposes only. Because of complex factors, including tides and soil saturation, the creek depth readings may reach high levels with little or no danger to the public.
Fireworks are Illegal in Palo Alto All types of fireworks, even those labeled "safe and sane," are illegal in Palo Alto, and most of Santa Clara County, including large bottle rockets, Roman candles, firecrackers, and even sparklers.
Fiscal Sustainability: A Community Conversation Join the conversation on the City’s fiscal sustainability and annual budget process including upcoming discussions on potential revenue measures.
Matadero Creek/VA Palo Alto Health Care Diesel Spill On May 6, 2021, VA Palo Alto Health Care System (VAPAHCS) experienced a diesel fuel spill at its Palo Alto Division during a required generator test. VAPAHCS Engineering and Safety and Emergency Management Services took action to address the situation. The Palo Alto Fire Department considers the incident as stable at this time.
Palo Alto Fiber Learn more about the Palo Alto Fiber citywide initiative. The project includes expanding the current fiber backbone and exploring the option to provide fiber to the home and business.
Palo Alto Police Chief Selection The City Manager has begun the selection process for the next Palo Alto Police Chief. Community engagement completed has helped to inform the process. Check back for updates.
Parking The Office of Transportation is responsible for developing and implementing parking policies and programs that serve the needs of residents, employees, and visitors, while also supporting City transportation and sustainability goals.
Race & Equity An evolving effort to comprehensively address systemic racism and bias in Palo Alto to create more inclusion and belonging.
Sustainability and Climate Action Plan Ad Hoc Committee The S/CAP Ad Hoc Committee was formed by the City Council on April 19, 2021 to guide the development, implementation, communication. and future community engagement of the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S/CAP).
Uplift Local Uplift Local is a Council-supported effort enabling outdoor dining, retail, personal services, and outdoor gyms and fitness options in business districts such as California Avenue and the downtown core and other business areas throughout Palo Alto.
What you need to know about Palo Alto’s Leaf Blower Ordinance While it’s been a city law since 2005, the City is reminding the public to go with an electric or battery-powered blower, or grab a rake or broom, for landscaping and garden clean ups in our residential areas. Gas-powered leaf blowers not only pollute our air but make a lot of noise that disturb our neighborhoods.
