HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-03-04 City Council AgendaCITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Monday, March 04, 2024
Council Chambers & Hybrid
5:30 PM
Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by
teleconference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency and
public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person.
Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the end
of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will be
broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto,
and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org.
VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/362027238)
Meeting ID: 362 027 238 Phone:1(669)900‐6833
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an
amount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes
after the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to
city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection
on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your
subject line.
PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only
by email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,
the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong
cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not
accepted.
Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,
posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do not
create a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated when
displaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or
passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.
TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the
meeting is in progress. The Council reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, to
change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may be
heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best manage
the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 5:45 PM)
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes deending on # of speakers. Council reserves
the right to limit the duration of Oral Communications period to 30 minutes.
COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (5:45 ‐ 5:50 PM)
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
STUDY SESSION (5:50 ‐ 6:50 PM)
1.Study Session to provide early feedback about the proposed redevelopment of Buena
Vista Mobile Home Park at 3980 El Camino Real.
CONSENT CALENDAR (6:50 ‐ 6:55 PM)
Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.
2.Approval of a Purchase Order with Mobile Modular Management Corporation in the
Amount of $244,850, including $222,591 for Basic Services and $22,259 for Contingency,
to Provide and Install a Modular Building at 4000 Middlefield Road to Serve as a
Temporary Fire Station During Construction of the Fire Station 4 Replacement Capital
Project (PE‐18004); CEQA Status ‐ Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303
3.Approval of Office of the City Auditor FY2024 Task 4 Task Orders (CEQA Status ‐ Not a
Project)
4.Acceptance of the Office of the City Auditor's Quarterly Status Report for the Period of
October ‐ December 2023
5.Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C24189371 with Kimley Horn and
Associates in an Amount Not to Exceed $178,559 for the Quiet Zone Study Services for
railroad crossings at Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road for a term
ending December 31, 2025; CEQA – not a project.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (6:55 ‐ 7:10 PM)
BREAK (5‐10 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (Item 6: 7:20 ‐ 7:40 PM, Item 7: 7:40 ‐ 8:25 PM, Item 8: 8:25 ‐ 10:25 PM)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
6.Adopt a Park Dedication Ordinance for the Tower Well site, 0.19 acres of land (8,437
square feet) at 201 Alma Street and approve the proposed name “Tower Well Park” as
Recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
7.Public Hearing: Second Reading Planned Community Ordinances for 2901 Middlefield
Road and 702 Ellsworth Place. CEQA Status – Categorically Exempt
8.Approval of the 2024 City Council Priority Objectives and Finance Committee and Policy
& Services Committee Workplans
ADJOURNMENT
INFORMATION REPORTS
Information reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for action
during this meeting’s agenda.
9.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Year End Report (Quarter 1 through 4 of CY 2023)
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee March 5, 2024 CANCELED
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to city.council@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. For in person public comments please complete a speaker request card located on the
table at the entrance to the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Clerk prior to
discussion of the item.
3. Spoken public comments using a computer or smart phone will be accepted through
the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer. Or download the Zoom application onto
your smart phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter in the
Meeting ID below.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 362‐027‐238 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
1 March 04, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, March 04, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency andpublic access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person.Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the endof the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will bebroadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto,and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/362027238) Meeting ID: 362 027 238 Phone:1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance tocity.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspectionon the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in yoursubject line.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do notcreate a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated whendisplaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view orpassage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the
meeting is in progress. The Council reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, to
change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may be
heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best manage
the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 5:45 PM)
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes deending on # of speakers. Council reserves
the right to limit the duration of Oral Communications period to 30 minutes.
COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (5:45 ‐ 5:50 PM)
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
STUDY SESSION (5:50 ‐ 6:50 PM)
1.Study Session to provide early feedback about the proposed redevelopment of Buena
Vista Mobile Home Park at 3980 El Camino Real.
CONSENT CALENDAR (6:50 ‐ 6:55 PM)
Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.
2.Approval of a Purchase Order with Mobile Modular Management Corporation in the
Amount of $244,850, including $222,591 for Basic Services and $22,259 for Contingency,
to Provide and Install a Modular Building at 4000 Middlefield Road to Serve as a
Temporary Fire Station During Construction of the Fire Station 4 Replacement Capital
Project (PE‐18004); CEQA Status ‐ Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15303
3.Approval of Office of the City Auditor FY2024 Task 4 Task Orders (CEQA Status ‐ Not a
Project)
4.Acceptance of the Office of the City Auditor's Quarterly Status Report for the Period of
October ‐ December 2023
5.Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C24189371 with Kimley Horn and
Associates in an Amount Not to Exceed $178,559 for the Quiet Zone Study Services for
railroad crossings at Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road for a term
ending December 31, 2025; CEQA – not a project.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (6:55 ‐ 7:10 PM)
BREAK (5‐10 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (Item 6: 7:20 ‐ 7:40 PM, Item 7: 7:40 ‐ 8:25 PM, Item 8: 8:25 ‐ 10:25 PM)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
6.Adopt a Park Dedication Ordinance for the Tower Well site, 0.19 acres of land (8,437
square feet) at 201 Alma Street and approve the proposed name “Tower Well Park” as
Recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
7.Public Hearing: Second Reading Planned Community Ordinances for 2901 Middlefield
Road and 702 Ellsworth Place. CEQA Status – Categorically Exempt
8.Approval of the 2024 City Council Priority Objectives and Finance Committee and Policy
& Services Committee Workplans
ADJOURNMENT
INFORMATION REPORTS
Information reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for action
during this meeting’s agenda.
9.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Year End Report (Quarter 1 through 4 of CY 2023)
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee March 5, 2024 CANCELED
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to city.council@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. For in person public comments please complete a speaker request card located on the
table at the entrance to the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Clerk prior to
discussion of the item.
3. Spoken public comments using a computer or smart phone will be accepted through
the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer. Or download the Zoom application onto
your smart phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter in the
Meeting ID below.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 362‐027‐238 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
2 March 04, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, March 04, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency andpublic access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person.Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the endof the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will bebroadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto,and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/362027238) Meeting ID: 362 027 238 Phone:1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance tocity.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspectionon the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in yoursubject line.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do notcreate a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated whendisplaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view orpassage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.TIME ESTIMATESListed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while themeeting is in progress. The Council reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, tochange the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may beheard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best managethe time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.CALL TO ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 5:45 PM)Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes deending on # of speakers. Council reservesthe right to limit the duration of Oral Communications period to 30 minutes.COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (5:45 ‐ 5:50 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).STUDY SESSION (5:50 ‐ 6:50 PM)1.Study Session to provide early feedback about the proposed redevelopment of BuenaVista Mobile Home Park at 3980 El Camino Real.CONSENT CALENDAR (6:50 ‐ 6:55 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.2.Approval of a Purchase Order with Mobile Modular Management Corporation in theAmount of $244,850, including $222,591 for Basic Services and $22,259 for Contingency,to Provide and Install a Modular Building at 4000 Middlefield Road to Serve as aTemporary Fire Station During Construction of the Fire Station 4 Replacement CapitalProject (PE‐18004); CEQA Status ‐ Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 153033.Approval of Office of the City Auditor FY2024 Task 4 Task Orders (CEQA Status ‐ Not aProject)4.Acceptance of the Office of the City Auditor's Quarterly Status Report for the Period ofOctober ‐ December 20235.Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C24189371 with Kimley Horn andAssociates in an Amount Not to Exceed $178,559 for the Quiet Zone Study Services forrailroad crossings at Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road for a termending December 31, 2025; CEQA – not a project.CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (6:55 ‐ 7:10 PM)
BREAK (5‐10 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (Item 6: 7:20 ‐ 7:40 PM, Item 7: 7:40 ‐ 8:25 PM, Item 8: 8:25 ‐ 10:25 PM)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
6.Adopt a Park Dedication Ordinance for the Tower Well site, 0.19 acres of land (8,437
square feet) at 201 Alma Street and approve the proposed name “Tower Well Park” as
Recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
7.Public Hearing: Second Reading Planned Community Ordinances for 2901 Middlefield
Road and 702 Ellsworth Place. CEQA Status – Categorically Exempt
8.Approval of the 2024 City Council Priority Objectives and Finance Committee and Policy
& Services Committee Workplans
ADJOURNMENT
INFORMATION REPORTS
Information reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for action
during this meeting’s agenda.
9.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Year End Report (Quarter 1 through 4 of CY 2023)
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee March 5, 2024 CANCELED
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to city.council@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. For in person public comments please complete a speaker request card located on the
table at the entrance to the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Clerk prior to
discussion of the item.
3. Spoken public comments using a computer or smart phone will be accepted through
the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer. Or download the Zoom application onto
your smart phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter in the
Meeting ID below.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 362‐027‐238 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
3 March 04, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, March 04, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency andpublic access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person.Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the endof the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will bebroadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto,and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/362027238) Meeting ID: 362 027 238 Phone:1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance tocity.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspectionon the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in yoursubject line.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.Signs and symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks,posts, poles or similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do notcreate a facility, fire, or safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated whendisplaying them and must not raise the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view orpassage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb the business of the meeting.TIME ESTIMATESListed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while themeeting is in progress. The Council reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, tochange the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may beheard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best managethe time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.CALL TO ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 5:45 PM)Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes deending on # of speakers. Council reservesthe right to limit the duration of Oral Communications period to 30 minutes.COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (5:45 ‐ 5:50 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).STUDY SESSION (5:50 ‐ 6:50 PM)1.Study Session to provide early feedback about the proposed redevelopment of BuenaVista Mobile Home Park at 3980 El Camino Real.CONSENT CALENDAR (6:50 ‐ 6:55 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.2.Approval of a Purchase Order with Mobile Modular Management Corporation in theAmount of $244,850, including $222,591 for Basic Services and $22,259 for Contingency,to Provide and Install a Modular Building at 4000 Middlefield Road to Serve as aTemporary Fire Station During Construction of the Fire Station 4 Replacement CapitalProject (PE‐18004); CEQA Status ‐ Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 153033.Approval of Office of the City Auditor FY2024 Task 4 Task Orders (CEQA Status ‐ Not aProject)4.Acceptance of the Office of the City Auditor's Quarterly Status Report for the Period ofOctober ‐ December 20235.Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C24189371 with Kimley Horn andAssociates in an Amount Not to Exceed $178,559 for the Quiet Zone Study Services forrailroad crossings at Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road for a termending December 31, 2025; CEQA – not a project.CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (6:55 ‐ 7:10 PM)BREAK (5‐10 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (Item 6: 7:20 ‐ 7:40 PM, Item 7: 7:40 ‐ 8:25 PM, Item 8: 8:25 ‐ 10:25 PM)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, UnfinishedBusiness and Council Matters.6.Adopt a Park Dedication Ordinance for the Tower Well site, 0.19 acres of land (8,437square feet) at 201 Alma Street and approve the proposed name “Tower Well Park” asRecommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. CEQA status ‐ not a project.7.Public Hearing: Second Reading Planned Community Ordinances for 2901 MiddlefieldRoad and 702 Ellsworth Place. CEQA Status – Categorically Exempt8.Approval of the 2024 City Council Priority Objectives and Finance Committee and Policy& Services Committee WorkplansADJOURNMENTINFORMATION REPORTSInformation reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for actionduring this meeting’s agenda.9.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Year End Report (Quarter 1 through 4 of CY 2023)OTHER INFORMATIONStanding Committee Meetings this week Finance Committee March 5, 2024 CANCELEDPublic Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to city.council@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. For in person public comments please complete a speaker request card located on the
table at the entrance to the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Clerk prior to
discussion of the item.
3. Spoken public comments using a computer or smart phone will be accepted through
the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a
Zoom‐based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer. Or download the Zoom application onto
your smart phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter in the
Meeting ID below.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
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