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Home My WebLink About2020-01-06 City Council Agenda Packet City Council 1 MATERIALS RELATED TO AN ITEM ON THIS AGENDA SUBMITTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL AFTER DISTRIBUTION OF THE AGENDA PACKET ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT PALO ALTO CITY HALL, 250 HAMILTON AVE. DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS. Monday, January 6, 2020 Regular Meeting Council Chambers 6:00 PM Agenda posted according to PAMC Section 2.04.070. Supporting materials are available in the Council Chambers on the Thursday 11 days preceding the meeting. PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to agendized items; up to three minutes per speaker, to be determined by the presiding officer. If you wish to address the Council on any issue that is on this agenda, please complete a speaker request card located on the table at the entrance to the Council Chambers, and deliver it to the City Clerk prior to discussion of the item. You are not required to give your name on the speaker card in order to speak to the Council, but it is very helpful. Public comment may be addressed to the full City Council via email at City.Council@cityofpaloalto.org. Call to Order Special Orders of the Day 1. Election of the 2020 Mayor 2. Election of the 2020 Vice Mayor 3. Adoption of a Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Expressing Appreciation for Outstanding Public Service to Eric Filseth as 2019 Mayor Oral Communications Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. Council reserves the right to limit the duration of Oral Communications period to 30 minutes. Adjournment AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT (ADA) Persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services in using City facilities, services or programs or who would like information on the City’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact (650) 329-2550 (Voice) 24 hours in advance. 2 January 6, 2020 MATERIALS RELATED TO AN ITEM ON THIS AGENDA SUBMITTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL AFTER DISTRIBUTION OF THE AGENDA PACKET ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION IN THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE AT PALO ALTO CITY HALL, 250 HAMILTON AVE. DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS. Additional Information Schedule of Meetings Schedule of Meetings Tentative Agenda Tentative Agenda Public Letters to Council Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 City of Palo Alto (ID # 10973) City Council Staff Report Report Type: Special Orders of the Day Meeting Date: 1/6/2020 City of Palo Alto Page 1 Summary Title: Adoption of a Resolution for Mayor Filseth Title: Adoption of a Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Expressing Appreciation for Outstanding Public Service to Eric Filseth as 2019 Mayor From: City Manager Lead Department: City Clerk Attachments: • Attachment A: Eric Filseth Resolution 2019 Resolution EXPRESSING APPRECIATION AND GRATITUDE TO ERIC FILSETH AS 2019 MAYOR WHEREAS, Eric Filseth served as Mayor of the City of Palo Alto from January 7, 2019 through January 6, 2020; and WHEREAS, during his time as Mayor, Eric served as the Chair of the Council Appointed Officers Committee; and WHEREAS, Eric provided effective regional and city-wide leadership on issues facing the City of Palo Alto, focusing on the City’s land use and environmental policies through regional groups as well as improved outreach to businesses and neighborhoods; and WHEREAS, Eric coordinated work with City Staff and represented the City on countless occasions throughout the year including the Manzanita Forums and ribbon cutting ceremonies for both the HP Solar Array and Baylands Boardwalk renovation; and WHEREAS, Eric encouraged citizen input to City governance in a variety of formats throughout the year, spent time with community leaders and citizens to understand their positions and include such views in Council deliberations including tenant protections, vaping sales, and small-cell transmitters; and WHEREAS, with the City prioritizing Sustainability in 2019, Eric has been a leader in the advancement of Palo Alto’s environmental sustainability through support of the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S/CAP), renewable energy and zero waste plans including actions to reduce use of natural gas and disposable plastics; and the de- commissioning of Palo Alto’s waste incinerator, the city’s single largest source of greenhouse gases; and WHEREAS, Eric was a champion for the public-private partnership between the City and Pets In Need to operate the city’s animal shelter, ensuring that Palo Altans will have a safe and effective pet shelter in their community; and WHEREAS, with Eric’s passion for finance, he led efforts to structurally improve the city’s budgeting process to better account for and fund its pension liabilities now and in the future; and WHEREAS, Eric advocated and worked with the entire city council to purchase a parcel of land in the Ventura neighborhood which will be dedicated as an expansion of Boulware Park; and WHEREAS, during his tenure as Mayor, Eric successfully led the City of Palo Alto during a landmark year that included many important accomplishments such as groundbreaking on the California Avenue Garage and Public Safety Building project, expanding parking relief to Old Palo Alto, and new multi-year contracts with most City bargaining groups; and WHEREAS, 2019 was the 125th anniversary of Palo Alto’s incorporation, Eric led public celebrations to mark the occasion; and WHEREAS, as Mayor, Eric chaired efficient and productive meetings, allowing everyone an equal opportunity to participate while encouraging timely action, and his service on the Council exemplified his integrity, passion and commitment toward the betterment of Palo Alto. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Palo Alto hereby commends the outstanding public service of Eric Filseth and gratefully records both its appreciation, and the appreciation of the citizens of this community, for his meritorious service and commitment during his term as Mayor. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: January 6, 2020 ATTEST: APPROVED: ________________________ ________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________ ________________________ City Manager City Attorney SCHEDULE of MEETINGS THIS IS A COURTESY NOTICE ONLY. MEETING DATES, TIMES, AND LOCATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK THE POSTED AGENDA ON-LINE OR AT KING PLAZA IN FRONT OF CITY HALL FOR THE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION. Almost all Palo Alto Council and some Standing Committee meetings are cablecast live on Channel 26. If there happens to be concurrent meetings, one meeting will be broadcast on Channel 29. Palo Alto will not have live meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. The agendas for most meetings can be accessed by clicking on “Agendas/Minutes/Reports” on the home web page. Persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services in using City facilities or programs, or who would like information on the City’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact: ADA Coordinator, City of Palo Alto, 650-329-2550 (voice) or 329-1199 (TDD), ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Listening assistive devices are available in the Council Chambers. Sign language interpreters will be provided upon request with 72 hours advance notice. Please advise the City Clerk's Office (650-329-2571) of meetings or changes by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays for inclusion in the following week’s schedule. 12/11/2019 MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 2020 City Council Meeting, Chambers, 6:00 PM – Reorganization Meeting THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2020 Human Relations Commission Meeting, CMR, 7:00 PM MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2020 City Council Meeting, Chambers, 6:00 PM THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 2020 Architectural Review Board Meeting, Chambers, 8:30 AM Public Art Commission Meeting, CMR, 7:00 PM TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020 Sp. City Council Meeting, Chambers, 6:00 PM THURSDAY, JANUARY 23, 2020 Historic Resources Board Meeting, Chambers, 8:30 PM MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2020 Sp. City Council Meeting, Chambers, 6:00 PM TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2020 Sp. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, Chambers, 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2020 Planning and Transportation Commission Meeting, Chambers 6:00 PM MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2020 City Council Meeting, Chambers, 6:00 PM TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2020 Finance Committee Meeting, CMR, 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2020 Utilities Advisory Commission Meeting, Chambers, 7:00 PM THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2020 Architectural Review Board Meeting, Chambers 8:30 AM JANUARY 2, 2020 OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK Tentative Agendas 1 MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2020 CITY COUNCIL MEETING @ 6:00 PM ACTION PUBLIC HEARING: on Objections to Weed Abatement and Adoption of Resolution Ordering Weed Nuisance Abated PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of an Interim Urgency Ordinance to Implement State Legislation Effective January 2020 Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) Amending Palo Alto Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Section 18.04.030 of Chapter 18.04 (Definitions) and Section 18.42.040 (Accessory and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units) of Chapter 18.42 (Standards for Special Uses). Environmental Assessment: Exempt from Review Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3), 15282(h), 15301, 15302 and 15305 PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of an Ordinance Allowing Legal Churches and Religious Institutions to Host Safe Parking Programs on Their Premises Provided That Such Programs Serve a Maximum of 4 Vehicles per Night, Amending Palo Alto Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) and Section 18.42 (Standards for Special Uses) of Title 18 (Zoning) to add a new Section 18.42.160 (Safe Parking) PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of Resolutions to Establish a New Priority Development Area in Downtown/University Avenue and New Priority Conservation Areas in Baylands and Foothills with Proposed or Modified Boundaries, and Consideration of Planning and Transportation Commission's Recommendation for a PDA Designation Along El Camino Real and Other Eligible Areas Citywide TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020 SP. CITY COUNCIL MEETING @ 6:00 PM STUDY SESSION Presentation and Review of Utilities Wildfire Mitigation Plan RAIL COMMUNICATIONS UPDATE ACTION Housing Workplan Auditor’s Office Audit OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK Tentative Agendas for 2 MONDAY, JANUARY 27, 2020 SP. CITY COUNCIL MEETING @ 6:00 PM CLOSED SESSION Potential Litigation ACTION Staff Update and Council Consideration Regarding Polling Results, Analysis, and Public Outreach Regarding a Possible Tax Measure for 2020 Election Discuss the Preferred Alternative for Improvements to San Antonio Road and East Charleston Road Intersection and Direct Staff to Complete Final Design Plans, Environmental Analysis, Specifications and Estimates for Construction Policy and Services Committee and Staff Recommend the City Council Accept the Status Updates of the Audits of; 1) Citywide Cash Handling and Travel Expense; 2) Cable Franchise and PEG Fees; 3) Continuous Monitoring: Overtime; 4) Continuous Monitoring: Payments Request for Approval of: 1) Agreement Between the City of Palo Alto Representing the Cable Joint Powers and Midpeninsula Community Media Center, Inc. for Public, Education, and Government Access (PEG) Channel Support Services; 2) Memo of Agreement Between the Cable Joint Powers Covering the Use of Public, Education, and Government Support Fees; 3) Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Grant Agreement with Midpeninsula Community Media Center, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $511,536; and 4) Amend the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Appropriation Ordinance in the Technology Fund to Recognize $511,536 in Revenue and Expense MONDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2020 CITY COUNCIL MEETING @ 6:00 PM ACTION Review and Acceptance of the Report on the Palo Alto History Museum (Roth Building, 300 Homer Avenue) Fundraising Goal and Extension of Validation Period and to Complete the Option and Lease Agreements FY 2021-2030 Long Range Financial Forecast Adoption of a Resolution Scheduling the City Council Summer Break and Winter Closure for 2020