HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-08-05 City Council AgendaCITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Monday, August 05, 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. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the
meeting is located at the end of the agenda. 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
General Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to three
minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heard
for 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.
Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to
three minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be taken
until 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. 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
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 ‐ 6:05 PM)
1.Interview Candidates for Vacancies on Historic Resources Board
CLOSED SESSION (6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM)
2.CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS.
Authority: Government Code Section 54956.8.
Property: 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto (Informally known as the Cubberley Site).
Negotiating Party: Palo Alto Unified School District.
City Negotiators: (Ed Shikada, Kiely Nose, Kristen O'Kane, Sunny Tong).
Subject of Negotiations: Purchase, Exchange, and/or Lease, Price and Terms of Payment
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT (7:05 ‐ 7:35 PM)
Members of the public may speak in‐person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes depending on # of
speakers.Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.
COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 ‐ 7:40 PM)
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
CONSENT CALENDAR (7:40 ‐ 7:45 PM)
Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.
3.Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2024 and June 18, 2024 Meetings
4.Authorization to Execute an Amendment to Legal Services Contract S22183520 with
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Amount by $150,000 for Total Not‐to‐Exceed
Amount of $320,000 and to Extend the Term; CEQA Status – Not a Project.
5.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home Park Redevelopment/3980
El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a Vesting Tentative Map to
Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to Approve a Streamlined
Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment Building. The Project
Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State, and Authorization for
the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements. Environmental
Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act in
Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development). Zoning District:
RM‐20. Supplemental Report added
6.Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2025 Property Tax Levy for General
Obligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries); CEQA Status: Not a Project
7.SECOND READING: Adopt an Ordinance and Resolution Extending the Interim Parklet
Program to the Car‐Free Portion of Ramona Street through March 2025; CEQA status ‐
categorically exempt (FIRST READING: June 18, 2024 PASSED 7‐0)
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:45 ‐ 8:00 PM)
BREAK (15 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (Item 8: 8:15 ‐ 8:30 PM, Item 9: 8:30 ‐ 10:00 PM, Item 10: 10:00 ‐ 10:15)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
8.PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Objections for Weed Abatement Assessments; and
Adoption of Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering Abatement
Costs to be a Special Assessment on the Properties Specified in the Report; CEQA status
‐ categorically exempt.
9.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of a Resolution Implementing the North Ventura Coordinated
Area Plan (NVCAP), Amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Certifying the
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, Including a Statement of Overriding
Considerations; and FIRST READING: an Ordinance Adding Chapter 18.29 and Amending
Chapters 18.14, 18.24, and 16.65 in the Palo Alto Municipal Code as well as
Amendments to the Zoning District Map, and Rezoning of Parcels Within the NVCAP
area. CEQA Status ‐‐ Supplemental Environmental Impact Report SCH #2023020691.
10.Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual
2024 Conference, to be held October 16‐18, 2024, in Long Beach, California
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.
11.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)‐ 2024 Quarter 1 Report
12.Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Evaluation Report for the Santa Clara County Multi‐
Jurisdictional Program for Public Information on Flood Preparedness and Awareness,
and the Resulting Community Rating System Flood Insurance Discounts
13.City Council Summer Recess Report
14.Update on Pending State and Federal Legislation, Advocacy and Grant Writing Activities;
CEQA status – not a project
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee August 6, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
5.SUPPLEMENTAL MEMO: PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home
Park Redevelopment/3980 El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a
Vesting Tentative Map to Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to
Approve a Streamlined Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment
Building. The Project Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State,
and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements.
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development).
Zoning District: RM‐20.
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 for agendized items 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 for agendized items 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.
California Government Code §84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits an
elected official of a local government agency from participating in a proceeding involving a
license, permit, or other entitlement for use if the official received a campaign contribution
exceeding $250 from a party or participant, including their agents, to the proceeding within the
last 12 months. A “license, permit, or other entitlement for use” includes most land use and
planning approvals and the approval of contracts that are not subject to lowest responsible bid
procedures. A “party” is a person who files an application for, or is the subject of, a proceeding
involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. A “participant” is a person who actively
supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other
entitlement for use, and has a financial interest in the decision. The Levine Act incorporates the
definition of “financial interest” in the Political Reform Act, which encompasses interests in
business entities, real property, sources of income, sources of gifts, and personal finances that
may be affected by the Council’s actions. If you qualify as a “party” or “participant” to a
proceeding, and you have made a campaign contribution to a Council Member exceeding $250
made within the last 12 months, you must disclose the campaign contribution before making
your comments.
1 August 05, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 05, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in themeeting is located at the end of the agenda. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TVChannel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed toMidpen 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 COMMENTSGeneral Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to threeminutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heardfor 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up tothree minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be takenuntil 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. Written publiccomments can be submitted in advance to city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be providedto the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate whichagenda item you are referencing in your subject 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
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 ‐ 6:05 PM)
1.Interview Candidates for Vacancies on Historic Resources Board
CLOSED SESSION (6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM)
2.CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS.
Authority: Government Code Section 54956.8.
Property: 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto (Informally known as the Cubberley Site).
Negotiating Party: Palo Alto Unified School District.
City Negotiators: (Ed Shikada, Kiely Nose, Kristen O'Kane, Sunny Tong).
Subject of Negotiations: Purchase, Exchange, and/or Lease, Price and Terms of Payment
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT (7:05 ‐ 7:35 PM)
Members of the public may speak in‐person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes depending on # of
speakers.Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.
COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 ‐ 7:40 PM)
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
CONSENT CALENDAR (7:40 ‐ 7:45 PM)
Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.
3.Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2024 and June 18, 2024 Meetings
4.Authorization to Execute an Amendment to Legal Services Contract S22183520 with
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Amount by $150,000 for Total Not‐to‐Exceed
Amount of $320,000 and to Extend the Term; CEQA Status – Not a Project.
5.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home Park Redevelopment/3980
El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a Vesting Tentative Map to
Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to Approve a Streamlined
Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment Building. The Project
Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State, and Authorization for
the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements. Environmental
Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act in
Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development). Zoning District:
RM‐20. Supplemental Report added
6.Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2025 Property Tax Levy for General
Obligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries); CEQA Status: Not a Project
7.SECOND READING: Adopt an Ordinance and Resolution Extending the Interim Parklet
Program to the Car‐Free Portion of Ramona Street through March 2025; CEQA status ‐
categorically exempt (FIRST READING: June 18, 2024 PASSED 7‐0)
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:45 ‐ 8:00 PM)
BREAK (15 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (Item 8: 8:15 ‐ 8:30 PM, Item 9: 8:30 ‐ 10:00 PM, Item 10: 10:00 ‐ 10:15)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
8.PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Objections for Weed Abatement Assessments; and
Adoption of Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering Abatement
Costs to be a Special Assessment on the Properties Specified in the Report; CEQA status
‐ categorically exempt.
9.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of a Resolution Implementing the North Ventura Coordinated
Area Plan (NVCAP), Amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Certifying the
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, Including a Statement of Overriding
Considerations; and FIRST READING: an Ordinance Adding Chapter 18.29 and Amending
Chapters 18.14, 18.24, and 16.65 in the Palo Alto Municipal Code as well as
Amendments to the Zoning District Map, and Rezoning of Parcels Within the NVCAP
area. CEQA Status ‐‐ Supplemental Environmental Impact Report SCH #2023020691.
10.Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual
2024 Conference, to be held October 16‐18, 2024, in Long Beach, California
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.
11.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)‐ 2024 Quarter 1 Report
12.Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Evaluation Report for the Santa Clara County Multi‐
Jurisdictional Program for Public Information on Flood Preparedness and Awareness,
and the Resulting Community Rating System Flood Insurance Discounts
13.City Council Summer Recess Report
14.Update on Pending State and Federal Legislation, Advocacy and Grant Writing Activities;
CEQA status – not a project
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee August 6, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
5.SUPPLEMENTAL MEMO: PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home
Park Redevelopment/3980 El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a
Vesting Tentative Map to Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to
Approve a Streamlined Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment
Building. The Project Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State,
and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements.
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development).
Zoning District: RM‐20.
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 for agendized items 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 for agendized items 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.
California Government Code §84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits an
elected official of a local government agency from participating in a proceeding involving a
license, permit, or other entitlement for use if the official received a campaign contribution
exceeding $250 from a party or participant, including their agents, to the proceeding within the
last 12 months. A “license, permit, or other entitlement for use” includes most land use and
planning approvals and the approval of contracts that are not subject to lowest responsible bid
procedures. A “party” is a person who files an application for, or is the subject of, a proceeding
involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. A “participant” is a person who actively
supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other
entitlement for use, and has a financial interest in the decision. The Levine Act incorporates the
definition of “financial interest” in the Political Reform Act, which encompasses interests in
business entities, real property, sources of income, sources of gifts, and personal finances that
may be affected by the Council’s actions. If you qualify as a “party” or “participant” to a
proceeding, and you have made a campaign contribution to a Council Member exceeding $250
made within the last 12 months, you must disclose the campaign contribution before making
your comments.
2 August 05, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 05, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in themeeting is located at the end of the agenda. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TVChannel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed toMidpen 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 COMMENTSGeneral Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to threeminutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heardfor 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up tothree minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be takenuntil 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. Written publiccomments can be submitted in advance to city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be providedto the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate whichagenda item you are referencing in your subject 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 ORDERSPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 ‐ 6:05 PM)1.Interview Candidates for Vacancies on Historic Resources BoardCLOSED SESSION (6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM)2.CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS.Authority: Government Code Section 54956.8.Property: 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto (Informally known as the Cubberley Site).Negotiating Party: Palo Alto Unified School District.City Negotiators: (Ed Shikada, Kiely Nose, Kristen O'Kane, Sunny Tong).Subject of Negotiations: Purchase, Exchange, and/or Lease, Price and Terms of PaymentAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (7:05 ‐ 7:35 PM)Members of the public may speak in‐person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes depending on # ofspeakers.Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 ‐ 7:40 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).CONSENT CALENDAR (7:40 ‐ 7:45 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2024 and June 18, 2024 Meetings4.Authorization to Execute an Amendment to Legal Services Contract S22183520 withLiebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Amount by $150,000 for Total Not‐to‐ExceedAmount of $320,000 and to Extend the Term; CEQA Status – Not a Project. 5.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home Park Redevelopment/3980El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a Vesting Tentative Map toSubdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to Approve a StreamlinedHousing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment Building. The Project
Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State, and Authorization for
the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements. Environmental
Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act in
Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development). Zoning District:
RM‐20. Supplemental Report added
6.Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2025 Property Tax Levy for General
Obligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries); CEQA Status: Not a Project
7.SECOND READING: Adopt an Ordinance and Resolution Extending the Interim Parklet
Program to the Car‐Free Portion of Ramona Street through March 2025; CEQA status ‐
categorically exempt (FIRST READING: June 18, 2024 PASSED 7‐0)
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:45 ‐ 8:00 PM)
BREAK (15 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (Item 8: 8:15 ‐ 8:30 PM, Item 9: 8:30 ‐ 10:00 PM, Item 10: 10:00 ‐ 10:15)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
8.PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Objections for Weed Abatement Assessments; and
Adoption of Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering Abatement
Costs to be a Special Assessment on the Properties Specified in the Report; CEQA status
‐ categorically exempt.
9.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of a Resolution Implementing the North Ventura Coordinated
Area Plan (NVCAP), Amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Certifying the
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report, Including a Statement of Overriding
Considerations; and FIRST READING: an Ordinance Adding Chapter 18.29 and Amending
Chapters 18.14, 18.24, and 16.65 in the Palo Alto Municipal Code as well as
Amendments to the Zoning District Map, and Rezoning of Parcels Within the NVCAP
area. CEQA Status ‐‐ Supplemental Environmental Impact Report SCH #2023020691.
10.Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual
2024 Conference, to be held October 16‐18, 2024, in Long Beach, California
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.
11.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)‐ 2024 Quarter 1 Report
12.Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Evaluation Report for the Santa Clara County Multi‐
Jurisdictional Program for Public Information on Flood Preparedness and Awareness,
and the Resulting Community Rating System Flood Insurance Discounts
13.City Council Summer Recess Report
14.Update on Pending State and Federal Legislation, Advocacy and Grant Writing Activities;
CEQA status – not a project
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee August 6, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
5.SUPPLEMENTAL MEMO: PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home
Park Redevelopment/3980 El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a
Vesting Tentative Map to Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to
Approve a Streamlined Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment
Building. The Project Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State,
and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements.
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development).
Zoning District: RM‐20.
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 for agendized items 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 for agendized items 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.
California Government Code §84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits an
elected official of a local government agency from participating in a proceeding involving a
license, permit, or other entitlement for use if the official received a campaign contribution
exceeding $250 from a party or participant, including their agents, to the proceeding within the
last 12 months. A “license, permit, or other entitlement for use” includes most land use and
planning approvals and the approval of contracts that are not subject to lowest responsible bid
procedures. A “party” is a person who files an application for, or is the subject of, a proceeding
involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. A “participant” is a person who actively
supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other
entitlement for use, and has a financial interest in the decision. The Levine Act incorporates the
definition of “financial interest” in the Political Reform Act, which encompasses interests in
business entities, real property, sources of income, sources of gifts, and personal finances that
may be affected by the Council’s actions. If you qualify as a “party” or “participant” to a
proceeding, and you have made a campaign contribution to a Council Member exceeding $250
made within the last 12 months, you must disclose the campaign contribution before making
your comments.
3 August 05, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 05, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in themeeting is located at the end of the agenda. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TVChannel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed toMidpen 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 COMMENTSGeneral Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to threeminutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heardfor 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up tothree minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be takenuntil 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. Written publiccomments can be submitted in advance to city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be providedto the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate whichagenda item you are referencing in your subject 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 ORDERSPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 ‐ 6:05 PM)1.Interview Candidates for Vacancies on Historic Resources BoardCLOSED SESSION (6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM)2.CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS.Authority: Government Code Section 54956.8.Property: 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto (Informally known as the Cubberley Site).Negotiating Party: Palo Alto Unified School District.City Negotiators: (Ed Shikada, Kiely Nose, Kristen O'Kane, Sunny Tong).Subject of Negotiations: Purchase, Exchange, and/or Lease, Price and Terms of PaymentAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (7:05 ‐ 7:35 PM)Members of the public may speak in‐person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes depending on # ofspeakers.Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 ‐ 7:40 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).CONSENT CALENDAR (7:40 ‐ 7:45 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2024 and June 18, 2024 Meetings4.Authorization to Execute an Amendment to Legal Services Contract S22183520 withLiebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Amount by $150,000 for Total Not‐to‐ExceedAmount of $320,000 and to Extend the Term; CEQA Status – Not a Project. 5.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home Park Redevelopment/3980El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a Vesting Tentative Map toSubdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to Approve a StreamlinedHousing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment Building. The ProjectAlso Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State, and Authorization forthe City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements. EnvironmentalAssessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act inAccordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development). Zoning District:RM‐20. Supplemental Report added6.Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2025 Property Tax Levy for GeneralObligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries); CEQA Status: Not a Project7.SECOND READING: Adopt an Ordinance and Resolution Extending the Interim ParkletProgram to the Car‐Free Portion of Ramona Street through March 2025; CEQA status ‐categorically exempt (FIRST READING: June 18, 2024 PASSED 7‐0)CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:45 ‐ 8:00 PM)BREAK (15 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (Item 8: 8:15 ‐ 8:30 PM, Item 9: 8:30 ‐ 10:00 PM, Item 10: 10:00 ‐ 10:15)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, UnfinishedBusiness and Council Matters.8.PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Objections for Weed Abatement Assessments; andAdoption of Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering AbatementCosts to be a Special Assessment on the Properties Specified in the Report; CEQA status‐ categorically exempt.9.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of a Resolution Implementing the North Ventura CoordinatedArea Plan (NVCAP), Amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Certifying theSupplemental Environmental Impact Report, Including a Statement of OverridingConsiderations; and FIRST READING: an Ordinance Adding Chapter 18.29 and AmendingChapters 18.14, 18.24, and 16.65 in the Palo Alto Municipal Code as well asAmendments to the Zoning District Map, and Rezoning of Parcels Within the NVCAParea. CEQA Status ‐‐ Supplemental Environmental Impact Report SCH #2023020691.10.Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual2024 Conference, to be held October 16‐18, 2024, in Long Beach, CaliforniaADJOURNMENTINFORMATION REPORTSInformation reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for actionduring this meeting’s agenda.
11.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)‐ 2024 Quarter 1 Report
12.Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Evaluation Report for the Santa Clara County Multi‐
Jurisdictional Program for Public Information on Flood Preparedness and Awareness,
and the Resulting Community Rating System Flood Insurance Discounts
13.City Council Summer Recess Report
14.Update on Pending State and Federal Legislation, Advocacy and Grant Writing Activities;
CEQA status – not a project
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Finance Committee August 6, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
5.SUPPLEMENTAL MEMO: PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home
Park Redevelopment/3980 El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a
Vesting Tentative Map to Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to
Approve a Streamlined Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment
Building. The Project Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State,
and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements.
Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental
Quality Act in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development).
Zoning District: RM‐20.
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 for agendized items 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 for agendized items 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.
California Government Code §84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits an
elected official of a local government agency from participating in a proceeding involving a
license, permit, or other entitlement for use if the official received a campaign contribution
exceeding $250 from a party or participant, including their agents, to the proceeding within the
last 12 months. A “license, permit, or other entitlement for use” includes most land use and
planning approvals and the approval of contracts that are not subject to lowest responsible bid
procedures. A “party” is a person who files an application for, or is the subject of, a proceeding
involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. A “participant” is a person who actively
supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other
entitlement for use, and has a financial interest in the decision. The Levine Act incorporates the
definition of “financial interest” in the Political Reform Act, which encompasses interests in
business entities, real property, sources of income, sources of gifts, and personal finances that
may be affected by the Council’s actions. If you qualify as a “party” or “participant” to a
proceeding, and you have made a campaign contribution to a Council Member exceeding $250
made within the last 12 months, you must disclose the campaign contribution before making
your comments.
4 August 05, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 05, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in themeeting is located at the end of the agenda. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TVChannel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed toMidpen 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 COMMENTSGeneral Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to threeminutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heardfor 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up tothree minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be takenuntil 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. Written publiccomments can be submitted in advance to city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be providedto the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate whichagenda item you are referencing in your subject 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 ORDERSPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 ‐ 6:05 PM)1.Interview Candidates for Vacancies on Historic Resources BoardCLOSED SESSION (6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM)2.CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS.Authority: Government Code Section 54956.8.Property: 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto (Informally known as the Cubberley Site).Negotiating Party: Palo Alto Unified School District.City Negotiators: (Ed Shikada, Kiely Nose, Kristen O'Kane, Sunny Tong).Subject of Negotiations: Purchase, Exchange, and/or Lease, Price and Terms of PaymentAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (7:05 ‐ 7:35 PM)Members of the public may speak in‐person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes depending on # ofspeakers.Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 ‐ 7:40 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).CONSENT CALENDAR (7:40 ‐ 7:45 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2024 and June 18, 2024 Meetings4.Authorization to Execute an Amendment to Legal Services Contract S22183520 withLiebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Amount by $150,000 for Total Not‐to‐ExceedAmount of $320,000 and to Extend the Term; CEQA Status – Not a Project. 5.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home Park Redevelopment/3980El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a Vesting Tentative Map toSubdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to Approve a StreamlinedHousing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment Building. The ProjectAlso Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State, and Authorization forthe City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements. EnvironmentalAssessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act inAccordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development). Zoning District:RM‐20. Supplemental Report added6.Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2025 Property Tax Levy for GeneralObligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries); CEQA Status: Not a Project7.SECOND READING: Adopt an Ordinance and Resolution Extending the Interim ParkletProgram to the Car‐Free Portion of Ramona Street through March 2025; CEQA status ‐categorically exempt (FIRST READING: June 18, 2024 PASSED 7‐0)CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:45 ‐ 8:00 PM)BREAK (15 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (Item 8: 8:15 ‐ 8:30 PM, Item 9: 8:30 ‐ 10:00 PM, Item 10: 10:00 ‐ 10:15)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, UnfinishedBusiness and Council Matters.8.PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Objections for Weed Abatement Assessments; andAdoption of Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering AbatementCosts to be a Special Assessment on the Properties Specified in the Report; CEQA status‐ categorically exempt.9.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of a Resolution Implementing the North Ventura CoordinatedArea Plan (NVCAP), Amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Certifying theSupplemental Environmental Impact Report, Including a Statement of OverridingConsiderations; and FIRST READING: an Ordinance Adding Chapter 18.29 and AmendingChapters 18.14, 18.24, and 16.65 in the Palo Alto Municipal Code as well asAmendments to the Zoning District Map, and Rezoning of Parcels Within the NVCAParea. CEQA Status ‐‐ Supplemental Environmental Impact Report SCH #2023020691.10.Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual2024 Conference, to be held October 16‐18, 2024, in Long Beach, CaliforniaADJOURNMENTINFORMATION REPORTSInformation reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for actionduring this meeting’s agenda.11.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)‐ 2024 Quarter 1 Report12.Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Evaluation Report for the Santa Clara County Multi‐Jurisdictional Program for Public Information on Flood Preparedness and Awareness,and the Resulting Community Rating System Flood Insurance Discounts13.City Council Summer Recess Report14.Update on Pending State and Federal Legislation, Advocacy and Grant Writing Activities;CEQA status – not a projectOTHER INFORMATIONStanding Committee Meetings this week Finance Committee August 6, 2024Public Comment LettersSchedule of MeetingsSUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS5.SUPPLEMENTAL MEMO: PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile HomePark Redevelopment/3980 El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of aVesting Tentative Map to Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and toApprove a Streamlined Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit ApartmentBuilding. The Project Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State,and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements.Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California EnvironmentalQuality Act in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development).Zoning District: RM‐20.
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 for agendized items 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 for agendized items 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.
California Government Code §84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits an
elected official of a local government agency from participating in a proceeding involving a
license, permit, or other entitlement for use if the official received a campaign contribution
exceeding $250 from a party or participant, including their agents, to the proceeding within the
last 12 months. A “license, permit, or other entitlement for use” includes most land use and
planning approvals and the approval of contracts that are not subject to lowest responsible bid
procedures. A “party” is a person who files an application for, or is the subject of, a proceeding
involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use. A “participant” is a person who actively
supports or opposes a particular decision in a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other
entitlement for use, and has a financial interest in the decision. The Levine Act incorporates the
definition of “financial interest” in the Political Reform Act, which encompasses interests in
business entities, real property, sources of income, sources of gifts, and personal finances that
may be affected by the Council’s actions. If you qualify as a “party” or “participant” to a
proceeding, and you have made a campaign contribution to a Council Member exceeding $250
made within the last 12 months, you must disclose the campaign contribution before making
your comments.
5 August 05, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 05, 2024Council Chambers & Hybrid5:30 PMPalo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference or in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in themeeting is located at the end of the agenda. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TVChannel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed toMidpen 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 COMMENTSGeneral Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to threeminutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heardfor 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up tothree minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be takenuntil 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. Written publiccomments can be submitted in advance to city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be providedto the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate whichagenda item you are referencing in your subject 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 ORDERSPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 ‐ 6:05 PM)1.Interview Candidates for Vacancies on Historic Resources BoardCLOSED SESSION (6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM)2.CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS.Authority: Government Code Section 54956.8.Property: 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto (Informally known as the Cubberley Site).Negotiating Party: Palo Alto Unified School District.City Negotiators: (Ed Shikada, Kiely Nose, Kristen O'Kane, Sunny Tong).Subject of Negotiations: Purchase, Exchange, and/or Lease, Price and Terms of PaymentAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (7:05 ‐ 7:35 PM)Members of the public may speak in‐person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1‐3 minutes depending on # ofspeakers.Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda.COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (7:35 ‐ 7:40 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).CONSENT CALENDAR (7:40 ‐ 7:45 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from June 17, 2024 and June 18, 2024 Meetings4.Authorization to Execute an Amendment to Legal Services Contract S22183520 withLiebert Cassidy Whitmore to Increase Amount by $150,000 for Total Not‐to‐ExceedAmount of $320,000 and to Extend the Term; CEQA Status – Not a Project. 5.PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile Home Park Redevelopment/3980El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of a Vesting Tentative Map toSubdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and to Approve a StreamlinedHousing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit Apartment Building. The ProjectAlso Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State, and Authorization forthe City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements. EnvironmentalAssessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act inAccordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development). Zoning District:RM‐20. Supplemental Report added6.Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2025 Property Tax Levy for GeneralObligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries); CEQA Status: Not a Project7.SECOND READING: Adopt an Ordinance and Resolution Extending the Interim ParkletProgram to the Car‐Free Portion of Ramona Street through March 2025; CEQA status ‐categorically exempt (FIRST READING: June 18, 2024 PASSED 7‐0)CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:45 ‐ 8:00 PM)BREAK (15 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (Item 8: 8:15 ‐ 8:30 PM, Item 9: 8:30 ‐ 10:00 PM, Item 10: 10:00 ‐ 10:15)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, UnfinishedBusiness and Council Matters.8.PUBLIC HEARING: Consideration of Objections for Weed Abatement Assessments; andAdoption of Resolution Confirming the Weed Abatement Report and Ordering AbatementCosts to be a Special Assessment on the Properties Specified in the Report; CEQA status‐ categorically exempt.9.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of a Resolution Implementing the North Ventura CoordinatedArea Plan (NVCAP), Amending the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Certifying theSupplemental Environmental Impact Report, Including a Statement of OverridingConsiderations; and FIRST READING: an Ordinance Adding Chapter 18.29 and AmendingChapters 18.14, 18.24, and 16.65 in the Palo Alto Municipal Code as well asAmendments to the Zoning District Map, and Rezoning of Parcels Within the NVCAParea. CEQA Status ‐‐ Supplemental Environmental Impact Report SCH #2023020691.10.Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for the League of California Cities Annual2024 Conference, to be held October 16‐18, 2024, in Long Beach, CaliforniaADJOURNMENTINFORMATION REPORTSInformation reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for actionduring this meeting’s agenda.11.Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)‐ 2024 Quarter 1 Report12.Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Evaluation Report for the Santa Clara County Multi‐Jurisdictional Program for Public Information on Flood Preparedness and Awareness,and the Resulting Community Rating System Flood Insurance Discounts13.City Council Summer Recess Report14.Update on Pending State and Federal Legislation, Advocacy and Grant Writing Activities;CEQA status – not a projectOTHER INFORMATIONStanding Committee Meetings this week Finance Committee August 6, 2024Public Comment LettersSchedule of MeetingsSUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS5.SUPPLEMENTAL MEMO: PUBLIC HEARING/QUASI‐JUDICIAL. Buena Vista Mobile HomePark Redevelopment/3980 El Camino Real [24PLN‐00041; 24PLN‐00129] Approval of aVesting Tentative Map to Subdivide One Existing 4.5‐acre Parcel into Two Parcels and toApprove a Streamlined Housing Development Review Application for a 61‐unit ApartmentBuilding. The Project Also Includes 44 Mobile Homes, which are Regulated by the State,and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute Amended Regulatory Agreements.Environmental Assessment: Exempt from the Provisions of the California EnvironmentalQuality Act in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (In‐fill Development).Zoning District: RM‐20.PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONSMembers 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 thetable at the entrance to the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Clerk prior todiscussion of the item.3. Spoken public comments for agendized items using a computer or smart phone willbe accepted through the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the linkbelow 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 usingyour 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 inolder browsers including Internet Explorer. Or download the Zoom application ontoyour smart phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter in theMeeting ID below.You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that youidentify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify youthat it is your turn to speak.When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk willactivate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before theyare called to speak.When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will beshown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.4. Spoken public comments for agendized items using a phone use the telephone numberlisted below. When you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so weknow that you wish to speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name beforeaddressing the Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When calledplease limit your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 362‐027‐238 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its publicprograms, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons withdisabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
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