Published inPaloAltoConnect·3 days agoA Message from Police Chief Andrew Binder: September EditionA quarterly update on Department activities — I hope you had a wonderful summer! In this community update, I will discuss a notable improvement in how we are reporting crime statistics, provide an update on the successful implementation of our new automated license plate recognition system, discuss the importance of traffic safety awareness, and mention the Palo…Police7 min readPolice7 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·3 days agoWeekly City Manager Updates: September 18, 2023City Manager Ed Shikada continues to share brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, City Council discussions planned, and actions taken at the meeting. His comments are summarized through our Palo Alto Connect blog series to catch up on City issues and gain the…Community5 min readCommunity5 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Sep 14Weekly City Manager Updates: September 11, 2023City Manager Ed Shikada continues to share brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, City Council discussions planned, and actions taken at the meeting. …Community4 min readCommunity4 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Sep 12National Preparedness Month: Take Control in 1, 2, 3In today’s unpredictable world, it is critical to plan for natural and man-made disasters. Emergency management is a shared responsibility of the entire community and supports the City Council’s 2023 Priority of ‘Community Health and Safety.’ The first line of safety begins at home, and our Office of Emergency Services…Emergency Preparedness5 min readEmergency Preparedness5 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Sep 7Progress Update on the 2023 City Council Priority Objectives + Related Community EventsThe City Council and City staff are continuing to make progress on 2023 Council Priorities including Economic Recovery and Transition, Climate Change and the Natural Environment: Protection and Adaptation, Housing for Social and Economic Balance, and Community Health and Safety. This community update shares advances made this year and opportunities…Housing10 min readHousing10 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Sep 7National Wellness Month Resource RoundupAugust is National Wellness Month, and we shared a series of wellness tips, tricks, and resources in our weekly Uplift Local newsletter. In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to take a step back and focus on our own well-being. From healthy eating to social connection, we explore some…Wellness5 min readWellness5 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Sep 7Weekly City Manager Updates: September 5, 2023City Manager Ed Shikada continues to share brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, City Council discussions planned, and actions taken at the meeting. His comments are summarized through our Palo Alto Connect blog series to catch up on City issues and gain the…Community Engagement5 min readCommunity Engagement5 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Aug 31Tips and Savings to Beat the HeatAlthough the summer season may only last a few more weeks, we are likely to continue experiencing some hotter than usual days. We are sharing tips and events to help you save money and conserve energy and water so you can keep cool despite the hot weather. In addition to…5 min read5 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Aug 23Weekly City Manager Updates: August 21, 2023City Manager Ed Shikada continues to share brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, City Council discussions planned, and actions taken at the meeting. His comments are summarized through our Palo Alto Connect blog series to catch up on City issues and gain the…Community4 min readCommunity4 min read
Published inPaloAltoConnect·Aug 16Weekly City Manager Updates: August 14, 2023City Manager Ed Shikada continues to share brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, City Council discussions planned, and actions taken at the meeting. His comments are summarized through our Palo Alto Connect blog series to catch up on City issues and gain the…Community5 min readCommunity5 min read