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Feb 20, 2025
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Community Connections Series: Housing & Human ServicesA monthly series celebrates our partners who are helping us build community and foster connectedness through the work they do on behalf of…
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Palo Alto Fire Department Staffing at Fire Station 4: Details & Next StepsThis community update addresses concerns raised by some community members about Fire Department response capabilities, staffing levels, and…
Feb 5
Feb 5
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A Message from Police Chief Andrew Binder: January 2025 EditionA belated Happy New Year and, now, Lunar New Year! In this community update, I will discuss the Department’s uses of grant funding to…
Jan 30
Jan 30
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A New Rental Registry Launches Soon, Extending the City’s Focus on Renter ProtectionsLearn about the City’s Rental Registry, why it is important and more
Sep 27, 2024
Sep 27, 2024
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National Preparedness Month: Are You Ready?September is National Preparedness Month and an important reminder that preparing for emergencies and disasters in advance — rather than…
Sep 13, 2024
Sep 13, 2024
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Palo Alto Airport Long-Range Plan Update: September Council Session & Addressing Community CommentsLast year, the Palo Alto Airport launched a long-range planning effort to accommodate existing and future needs over the next 20 years…
Aug 30, 2024
Aug 30, 2024
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Palo Alto Race & Equity Priorities: Progress UpdateAs part of the City Council’s continued commitment to fostering inclusion, equity, and a sense of belonging, gain the latest race and…
Aug 22, 2024
Aug 22, 2024
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Get Tips on Wildfire Preparedness from the Palo Alto Fire Department“Palo Alto Fire Department is prepared for fire season, and you should be too. Preparing for fire season is a community commitment…
Jun 27, 2024
Jun 27, 2024
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Stay On Track: The Latest Rail NewsLearn about rail grade separation discussions underway, meetings set & next steps
May 15, 2024
May 15, 2024
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Climate Action Blog: Clean Up With a New Water HeaterA heat pump water heater is safer, cheaper to operate, and better for the planet. Through the City’s new program, it’s easier than ever to…
Oct 13, 2023
Oct 13, 2023
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Two City Efforts Advancing Safer and More Accessible StreetsHelp inform the City’s Bike & Ped Plan update and Safe Streets for All Action Plan process
Oct 24, 2023
Oct 24, 2023
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Be Prepared & Stay Fire Safe This SeasonThe Palo Alto Fire Department is asking the community to plan ahead of the upcoming fire season. Whether you live in the Foothills or the…
Jul 6, 2023
Jul 6, 2023
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New study released detailing health risks of natural gas use in homes & ways to switch to electric…As you plan out 2023, commit to taking climate action and consider going electric in your home.
Feb 23, 2023
Feb 23, 2023
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In the Public InterestHigh Gas Utility Bills
Feb 8, 2023
Feb 8, 2023
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Progress on Palo Alto’s Community and Economic Recovery and a Look AheadIn this fourth progress report, the City of Palo Alto highlights its continued efforts to fuel economic recovery from the COVID-19…
Feb 4, 2022
Feb 4, 2022