HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-08-19 City Council AgendaCITY COUNCIL
Regular Meeting
Monday, August 19, 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
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 6:00 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 (6:00 ‐ 6:05 PM)
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
STUDY SESSION (Item 1: 6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM, Item 2: 7:05 ‐ 8:05 PM)
Members of the public may speak inperson ONLY to Study Session Agenda Item Numbers 1 and 2.
1.Study Session: Report from the Human Relations Commission regarding their Research
on the Lived Experience of Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders;
CEQA status – not a project
2.Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the ’Voices of our
Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate and
Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project. Supplemental Report added
CONSENT CALENDAR (8:05 ‐ 8:10 PM)
Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.
3.Approval of Minutes from August 5, 2024 Meeting
4.Approval of the 11th Amendment to the Standard Industrial Lease Agreement for 1005 –
1007 Elwell Court
5.Recommend City Council Adopt a Resolution Amending the Gas Utility Long‐term Plan
(GULP) Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Plan, Amending the Gas Utility
Reserves Management Practices, Amending the FY 2025 Gas Fund Budget Appropriation,
and Amending Rate Schedules G‐1 (Residential Gas Service), G‐2 (Residential Master‐
Metered and Commercial Gas Service), G‐3 (Large Commercial Gas Service), and G‐10
(Compressed Natural Gas Service); CEQA Status: Not a Project Under Public Resources
Code 15378(b)(5) and Exempt Under Public Resources Code 15273(a)
6.CONSENT: Addition of Five Properties to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory Based on
Owner Interest. CEQA Status: Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, the
Historic Designation of Properties is not a Project Subject to Environmental Review.
7.Approval of a Lease Amendment Between Palo Alto Players and the City of Palo Alto for
the Premises at the Lucie Stern Community Center Located at 1305 Middlefield Road for
an Approximate 36‐month Term, at a starting Base Rent of $1,540.75 per Month and
Increasing 3% Annually; CEQA Status – Not a Project
8.Approval of FY 2025 Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and Utilities
Advisory Commission Workplans
9.Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18169712 with OB Sports Golf
Management (Baylands), LLC in the Amount of $10,107,560 and Extend the Contract
Term by Two Years and Nine Months for Management of Golf Course Operations at the
Baylands Golf Links; Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18171872
with OB Sports Golf Management (Baylands), LLC to Extend the Contract Term by Two
Years and Nine Months for a Real Estate License for the Restaurant to Provide Food and
Beverage Services; and Approval of an Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
Appropriation in the General Fund (2/3 vote required); CEQA status – categorically
exempt
10.Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement Between the City of Palo Alto
and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at 2000 Geng Road for Safe
Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by 10 the Number of Safe
Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15061(b)(3) Supplemental Report added
11.Staff recommends the Council adopt the attached ordinance amending Municipal Code
Chapter 2.22 to align Human Relations Commission procedures with previous Council
action.
12.Approval of a Grant Agreement With the California Highway Patrol for a One‐Year
Program to Reduce Impaired Driving and Crashes with $307,000 in State Funds,
Requiring $0 in City Matching Funds; and Approval of a FY 2025 Budget Amendment
(Requires 2/3 approval) in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund; CEQA
Status – Not a Project
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:10 ‐ 8:25 PM)
BREAK (15 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (8:40 ‐ 10:10 PM)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
13.Approval of Castilleja School's Transportation Demand Management Plan Document for
a Previously Approved Redevelopment Project Located at 1310 Bryant Street.
Environmental Analysis: The City Council Previously Certified a Final Environmental
Impact Report for this Project.
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.
14.Investment Activity Report for the Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024
15.2024 Council Priorities and Objectives Q2 Report
16.Informational Report on City Hall Operations
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Rail Committee August 20, 2024
Finance Committee August 20, 2024 CANCELED
Retail Committee August 21, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
2.Supplemental Report: Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the
’Voices of our Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐
Arab Hate and Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
10.SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement
Between the City of Palo Alto and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at
2000 Geng Road for Safe Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by
10 the Number of Safe Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
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 19, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 19, 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
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
PUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 6:00 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 (6:00 ‐ 6:05 PM)
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).
STUDY SESSION (Item 1: 6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM, Item 2: 7:05 ‐ 8:05 PM)
Members of the public may speak inperson ONLY to Study Session Agenda Item Numbers 1 and 2.
1.Study Session: Report from the Human Relations Commission regarding their Research
on the Lived Experience of Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders;
CEQA status – not a project
2.Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the ’Voices of our
Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate and
Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project. Supplemental Report added
CONSENT CALENDAR (8:05 ‐ 8:10 PM)
Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.
3.Approval of Minutes from August 5, 2024 Meeting
4.Approval of the 11th Amendment to the Standard Industrial Lease Agreement for 1005 –
1007 Elwell Court
5.Recommend City Council Adopt a Resolution Amending the Gas Utility Long‐term Plan
(GULP) Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Plan, Amending the Gas Utility
Reserves Management Practices, Amending the FY 2025 Gas Fund Budget Appropriation,
and Amending Rate Schedules G‐1 (Residential Gas Service), G‐2 (Residential Master‐
Metered and Commercial Gas Service), G‐3 (Large Commercial Gas Service), and G‐10
(Compressed Natural Gas Service); CEQA Status: Not a Project Under Public Resources
Code 15378(b)(5) and Exempt Under Public Resources Code 15273(a)
6.CONSENT: Addition of Five Properties to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory Based on
Owner Interest. CEQA Status: Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, the
Historic Designation of Properties is not a Project Subject to Environmental Review.
7.Approval of a Lease Amendment Between Palo Alto Players and the City of Palo Alto for
the Premises at the Lucie Stern Community Center Located at 1305 Middlefield Road for
an Approximate 36‐month Term, at a starting Base Rent of $1,540.75 per Month and
Increasing 3% Annually; CEQA Status – Not a Project
8.Approval of FY 2025 Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and Utilities
Advisory Commission Workplans
9.Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18169712 with OB Sports Golf
Management (Baylands), LLC in the Amount of $10,107,560 and Extend the Contract
Term by Two Years and Nine Months for Management of Golf Course Operations at the
Baylands Golf Links; Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18171872
with OB Sports Golf Management (Baylands), LLC to Extend the Contract Term by Two
Years and Nine Months for a Real Estate License for the Restaurant to Provide Food and
Beverage Services; and Approval of an Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
Appropriation in the General Fund (2/3 vote required); CEQA status – categorically
exempt
10.Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement Between the City of Palo Alto
and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at 2000 Geng Road for Safe
Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by 10 the Number of Safe
Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15061(b)(3) Supplemental Report added
11.Staff recommends the Council adopt the attached ordinance amending Municipal Code
Chapter 2.22 to align Human Relations Commission procedures with previous Council
action.
12.Approval of a Grant Agreement With the California Highway Patrol for a One‐Year
Program to Reduce Impaired Driving and Crashes with $307,000 in State Funds,
Requiring $0 in City Matching Funds; and Approval of a FY 2025 Budget Amendment
(Requires 2/3 approval) in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund; CEQA
Status – Not a Project
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:10 ‐ 8:25 PM)
BREAK (15 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (8:40 ‐ 10:10 PM)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
13.Approval of Castilleja School's Transportation Demand Management Plan Document for
a Previously Approved Redevelopment Project Located at 1310 Bryant Street.
Environmental Analysis: The City Council Previously Certified a Final Environmental
Impact Report for this Project.
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.
14.Investment Activity Report for the Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024
15.2024 Council Priorities and Objectives Q2 Report
16.Informational Report on City Hall Operations
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Rail Committee August 20, 2024
Finance Committee August 20, 2024 CANCELED
Retail Committee August 21, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
2.Supplemental Report: Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the
’Voices of our Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐
Arab Hate and Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
10.SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement
Between the City of Palo Alto and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at
2000 Geng Road for Safe Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by
10 the Number of Safe Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
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 19, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 19, 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 ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 6:00 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 (6:00 ‐ 6:05 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).STUDY SESSION (Item 1: 6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM, Item 2: 7:05 ‐ 8:05 PM)Members of the public may speak inperson ONLY to Study Session Agenda Item Numbers 1 and 2.1.Study Session: Report from the Human Relations Commission regarding their Researchon the Lived Experience of Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders;CEQA status – not a project2.Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the ’Voices of ourCommunity’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate andAnti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project. Supplemental Report addedCONSENT CALENDAR (8:05 ‐ 8:10 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from August 5, 2024 Meeting4.Approval of the 11th Amendment to the Standard Industrial Lease Agreement for 1005 –1007 Elwell Court5.Recommend City Council Adopt a Resolution Amending the Gas Utility Long‐term Plan(GULP) Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Plan, Amending the Gas UtilityReserves Management Practices, Amending the FY 2025 Gas Fund Budget Appropriation,and Amending Rate Schedules G‐1 (Residential Gas Service), G‐2 (Residential Master‐Metered and Commercial Gas Service), G‐3 (Large Commercial Gas Service), and G‐10(Compressed Natural Gas Service); CEQA Status: Not a Project Under Public ResourcesCode 15378(b)(5) and Exempt Under Public Resources Code 15273(a)6.CONSENT: Addition of Five Properties to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory Based on
Owner Interest. CEQA Status: Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, the
Historic Designation of Properties is not a Project Subject to Environmental Review.
7.Approval of a Lease Amendment Between Palo Alto Players and the City of Palo Alto for
the Premises at the Lucie Stern Community Center Located at 1305 Middlefield Road for
an Approximate 36‐month Term, at a starting Base Rent of $1,540.75 per Month and
Increasing 3% Annually; CEQA Status – Not a Project
8.Approval of FY 2025 Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and Utilities
Advisory Commission Workplans
9.Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18169712 with OB Sports Golf
Management (Baylands), LLC in the Amount of $10,107,560 and Extend the Contract
Term by Two Years and Nine Months for Management of Golf Course Operations at the
Baylands Golf Links; Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18171872
with OB Sports Golf Management (Baylands), LLC to Extend the Contract Term by Two
Years and Nine Months for a Real Estate License for the Restaurant to Provide Food and
Beverage Services; and Approval of an Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
Appropriation in the General Fund (2/3 vote required); CEQA status – categorically
exempt
10.Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement Between the City of Palo Alto
and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at 2000 Geng Road for Safe
Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by 10 the Number of Safe
Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15061(b)(3) Supplemental Report added
11.Staff recommends the Council adopt the attached ordinance amending Municipal Code
Chapter 2.22 to align Human Relations Commission procedures with previous Council
action.
12.Approval of a Grant Agreement With the California Highway Patrol for a One‐Year
Program to Reduce Impaired Driving and Crashes with $307,000 in State Funds,
Requiring $0 in City Matching Funds; and Approval of a FY 2025 Budget Amendment
(Requires 2/3 approval) in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund; CEQA
Status – Not a Project
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:10 ‐ 8:25 PM)
BREAK (15 MINUTES)
ACTION ITEMS (8:40 ‐ 10:10 PM)
Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
13.Approval of Castilleja School's Transportation Demand Management Plan Document for
a Previously Approved Redevelopment Project Located at 1310 Bryant Street.
Environmental Analysis: The City Council Previously Certified a Final Environmental
Impact Report for this Project.
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.
14.Investment Activity Report for the Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024
15.2024 Council Priorities and Objectives Q2 Report
16.Informational Report on City Hall Operations
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Rail Committee August 20, 2024
Finance Committee August 20, 2024 CANCELED
Retail Committee August 21, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
2.Supplemental Report: Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the
’Voices of our Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐
Arab Hate and Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
10.SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement
Between the City of Palo Alto and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at
2000 Geng Road for Safe Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by
10 the Number of Safe Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
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 19, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 19, 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 ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 6:00 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 (6:00 ‐ 6:05 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).STUDY SESSION (Item 1: 6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM, Item 2: 7:05 ‐ 8:05 PM)Members of the public may speak inperson ONLY to Study Session Agenda Item Numbers 1 and 2.1.Study Session: Report from the Human Relations Commission regarding their Researchon the Lived Experience of Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders;CEQA status – not a project2.Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the ’Voices of ourCommunity’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate andAnti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project. Supplemental Report addedCONSENT CALENDAR (8:05 ‐ 8:10 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from August 5, 2024 Meeting4.Approval of the 11th Amendment to the Standard Industrial Lease Agreement for 1005 –1007 Elwell Court5.Recommend City Council Adopt a Resolution Amending the Gas Utility Long‐term Plan(GULP) Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Plan, Amending the Gas UtilityReserves Management Practices, Amending the FY 2025 Gas Fund Budget Appropriation,and Amending Rate Schedules G‐1 (Residential Gas Service), G‐2 (Residential Master‐Metered and Commercial Gas Service), G‐3 (Large Commercial Gas Service), and G‐10(Compressed Natural Gas Service); CEQA Status: Not a Project Under Public ResourcesCode 15378(b)(5) and Exempt Under Public Resources Code 15273(a)6.CONSENT: Addition of Five Properties to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory Based onOwner Interest. CEQA Status: Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, theHistoric Designation of Properties is not a Project Subject to Environmental Review.7.Approval of a Lease Amendment Between Palo Alto Players and the City of Palo Alto forthe Premises at the Lucie Stern Community Center Located at 1305 Middlefield Road foran Approximate 36‐month Term, at a starting Base Rent of $1,540.75 per Month andIncreasing 3% Annually; CEQA Status – Not a Project8.Approval of FY 2025 Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and UtilitiesAdvisory Commission Workplans9.Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18169712 with OB Sports GolfManagement (Baylands), LLC in the Amount of $10,107,560 and Extend the ContractTerm by Two Years and Nine Months for Management of Golf Course Operations at theBaylands Golf Links; Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18171872with OB Sports Golf Management (Baylands), LLC to Extend the Contract Term by TwoYears and Nine Months for a Real Estate License for the Restaurant to Provide Food andBeverage Services; and Approval of an Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 BudgetAppropriation in the General Fund (2/3 vote required); CEQA status – categoricallyexempt10.Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement Between the City of Palo Altoand the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at 2000 Geng Road for SafeParking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by 10 the Number of SafeParking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section15061(b)(3) Supplemental Report added11.Staff recommends the Council adopt the attached ordinance amending Municipal CodeChapter 2.22 to align Human Relations Commission procedures with previous Councilaction.12.Approval of a Grant Agreement With the California Highway Patrol for a One‐YearProgram to Reduce Impaired Driving and Crashes with $307,000 in State Funds,Requiring $0 in City Matching Funds; and Approval of a FY 2025 Budget Amendment(Requires 2/3 approval) in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund; CEQAStatus – Not a ProjectCITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:10 ‐ 8:25 PM)BREAK (15 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (8:40 ‐ 10:10 PM)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished
Business and Council Matters.
13.Approval of Castilleja School's Transportation Demand Management Plan Document for
a Previously Approved Redevelopment Project Located at 1310 Bryant Street.
Environmental Analysis: The City Council Previously Certified a Final Environmental
Impact Report for this Project.
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.
14.Investment Activity Report for the Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 2024
15.2024 Council Priorities and Objectives Q2 Report
16.Informational Report on City Hall Operations
OTHER INFORMATION
Standing Committee Meetings this week
Rail Committee August 20, 2024
Finance Committee August 20, 2024 CANCELED
Retail Committee August 21, 2024
Public Comment Letters
Schedule of Meetings
SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
2.Supplemental Report: Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the
’Voices of our Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐
Arab Hate and Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project.
10.SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement
Between the City of Palo Alto and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at
2000 Geng Road for Safe Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by
10 the Number of Safe Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
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 19, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 19, 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 ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 6:00 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 (6:00 ‐ 6:05 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).STUDY SESSION (Item 1: 6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM, Item 2: 7:05 ‐ 8:05 PM)Members of the public may speak inperson ONLY to Study Session Agenda Item Numbers 1 and 2.1.Study Session: Report from the Human Relations Commission regarding their Researchon the Lived Experience of Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders;CEQA status – not a project2.Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the ’Voices of ourCommunity’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate andAnti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project. Supplemental Report addedCONSENT CALENDAR (8:05 ‐ 8:10 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from August 5, 2024 Meeting4.Approval of the 11th Amendment to the Standard Industrial Lease Agreement for 1005 –1007 Elwell Court5.Recommend City Council Adopt a Resolution Amending the Gas Utility Long‐term Plan(GULP) Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Plan, Amending the Gas UtilityReserves Management Practices, Amending the FY 2025 Gas Fund Budget Appropriation,and Amending Rate Schedules G‐1 (Residential Gas Service), G‐2 (Residential Master‐Metered and Commercial Gas Service), G‐3 (Large Commercial Gas Service), and G‐10(Compressed Natural Gas Service); CEQA Status: Not a Project Under Public ResourcesCode 15378(b)(5) and Exempt Under Public Resources Code 15273(a)6.CONSENT: Addition of Five Properties to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory Based onOwner Interest. CEQA Status: Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, theHistoric Designation of Properties is not a Project Subject to Environmental Review.7.Approval of a Lease Amendment Between Palo Alto Players and the City of Palo Alto forthe Premises at the Lucie Stern Community Center Located at 1305 Middlefield Road foran Approximate 36‐month Term, at a starting Base Rent of $1,540.75 per Month andIncreasing 3% Annually; CEQA Status – Not a Project8.Approval of FY 2025 Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and UtilitiesAdvisory Commission Workplans9.Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18169712 with OB Sports GolfManagement (Baylands), LLC in the Amount of $10,107,560 and Extend the ContractTerm by Two Years and Nine Months for Management of Golf Course Operations at theBaylands Golf Links; Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18171872with OB Sports Golf Management (Baylands), LLC to Extend the Contract Term by TwoYears and Nine Months for a Real Estate License for the Restaurant to Provide Food andBeverage Services; and Approval of an Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 BudgetAppropriation in the General Fund (2/3 vote required); CEQA status – categoricallyexempt10.Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement Between the City of Palo Altoand the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at 2000 Geng Road for SafeParking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by 10 the Number of SafeParking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section15061(b)(3) Supplemental Report added11.Staff recommends the Council adopt the attached ordinance amending Municipal CodeChapter 2.22 to align Human Relations Commission procedures with previous Councilaction.12.Approval of a Grant Agreement With the California Highway Patrol for a One‐YearProgram to Reduce Impaired Driving and Crashes with $307,000 in State Funds,Requiring $0 in City Matching Funds; and Approval of a FY 2025 Budget Amendment(Requires 2/3 approval) in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund; CEQAStatus – Not a ProjectCITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:10 ‐ 8:25 PM)BREAK (15 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (8:40 ‐ 10:10 PM)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, UnfinishedBusiness and Council Matters.13.Approval of Castilleja School's Transportation Demand Management Plan Document fora Previously Approved Redevelopment Project Located at 1310 Bryant Street.Environmental Analysis: The City Council Previously Certified a Final EnvironmentalImpact Report for this Project.ADJOURNMENTINFORMATION REPORTSInformation reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for actionduring this meeting’s agenda.14.Investment Activity Report for the Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 202415.2024 Council Priorities and Objectives Q2 Report16.Informational Report on City Hall OperationsOTHER INFORMATIONStanding Committee Meetings this week Rail Committee August 20, 2024 Finance Committee August 20, 2024 CANCELED Retail Committee August 21, 2024Public Comment LettersSchedule of MeetingsSUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS2.Supplemental Report: Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the’Voices of our Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate and Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project.10.SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease AgreementBetween the City of Palo Alto and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at2000 Geng Road for Safe Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by
10 the Number of Safe Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3)
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 19, 2024
Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/agendas.
CITY COUNCILRegular MeetingMonday, August 19, 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 ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSPUBLIC COMMENT (5:30 ‐ 6:00 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 (6:00 ‐ 6:05 PM)Members of the public may not speak to the item(s).STUDY SESSION (Item 1: 6:05 ‐ 7:05 PM, Item 2: 7:05 ‐ 8:05 PM)Members of the public may speak inperson ONLY to Study Session Agenda Item Numbers 1 and 2.1.Study Session: Report from the Human Relations Commission regarding their Researchon the Lived Experience of Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders;CEQA status – not a project2.Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the ’Voices of ourCommunity’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate andAnti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project. Supplemental Report addedCONSENT CALENDAR (8:05 ‐ 8:10 PM)Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members.3.Approval of Minutes from August 5, 2024 Meeting4.Approval of the 11th Amendment to the Standard Industrial Lease Agreement for 1005 –1007 Elwell Court5.Recommend City Council Adopt a Resolution Amending the Gas Utility Long‐term Plan(GULP) Objectives, Strategies and Implementation Plan, Amending the Gas UtilityReserves Management Practices, Amending the FY 2025 Gas Fund Budget Appropriation,and Amending Rate Schedules G‐1 (Residential Gas Service), G‐2 (Residential Master‐Metered and Commercial Gas Service), G‐3 (Large Commercial Gas Service), and G‐10(Compressed Natural Gas Service); CEQA Status: Not a Project Under Public ResourcesCode 15378(b)(5) and Exempt Under Public Resources Code 15273(a)6.CONSENT: Addition of Five Properties to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory Based onOwner Interest. CEQA Status: Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065, theHistoric Designation of Properties is not a Project Subject to Environmental Review.7.Approval of a Lease Amendment Between Palo Alto Players and the City of Palo Alto forthe Premises at the Lucie Stern Community Center Located at 1305 Middlefield Road foran Approximate 36‐month Term, at a starting Base Rent of $1,540.75 per Month andIncreasing 3% Annually; CEQA Status – Not a Project8.Approval of FY 2025 Stormwater Management Oversight Committee and UtilitiesAdvisory Commission Workplans9.Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18169712 with OB Sports GolfManagement (Baylands), LLC in the Amount of $10,107,560 and Extend the ContractTerm by Two Years and Nine Months for Management of Golf Course Operations at theBaylands Golf Links; Approval of Amendment Number 3 to Contract Number C18171872with OB Sports Golf Management (Baylands), LLC to Extend the Contract Term by TwoYears and Nine Months for a Real Estate License for the Restaurant to Provide Food andBeverage Services; and Approval of an Amendment to Fiscal Year 2025 BudgetAppropriation in the General Fund (2/3 vote required); CEQA status – categoricallyexempt10.Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease Agreement Between the City of Palo Altoand the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at 2000 Geng Road for SafeParking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by 10 the Number of SafeParking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section15061(b)(3) Supplemental Report added11.Staff recommends the Council adopt the attached ordinance amending Municipal CodeChapter 2.22 to align Human Relations Commission procedures with previous Councilaction.12.Approval of a Grant Agreement With the California Highway Patrol for a One‐YearProgram to Reduce Impaired Driving and Crashes with $307,000 in State Funds,Requiring $0 in City Matching Funds; and Approval of a FY 2025 Budget Amendment(Requires 2/3 approval) in the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund; CEQAStatus – Not a ProjectCITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:10 ‐ 8:25 PM)BREAK (15 MINUTES)ACTION ITEMS (8:40 ‐ 10:10 PM)Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, UnfinishedBusiness and Council Matters.13.Approval of Castilleja School's Transportation Demand Management Plan Document fora Previously Approved Redevelopment Project Located at 1310 Bryant Street.Environmental Analysis: The City Council Previously Certified a Final EnvironmentalImpact Report for this Project.ADJOURNMENTINFORMATION REPORTSInformation reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for actionduring this meeting’s agenda.14.Investment Activity Report for the Fourth Quarter, Fiscal Year 202415.2024 Council Priorities and Objectives Q2 Report16.Informational Report on City Hall OperationsOTHER INFORMATIONStanding Committee Meetings this week Rail Committee August 20, 2024 Finance Committee August 20, 2024 CANCELED Retail Committee August 21, 2024Public Comment LettersSchedule of MeetingsSUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS2.Supplemental Report: Report from the Human Relations Commission Resulting from the’Voices of our Community’ Listening Sessions on Local Experiences of Islamophobia/Anti‐Arab Hate and Anti‐Semitism. CEQA status ‐ not a project.10.SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT: Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the Lease AgreementBetween the City of Palo Alto and the County of Santa Clara (Contract No. 1557819) at2000 Geng Road for Safe Parking to Expand the Premises of the Lease and Increase by10 the Number of Safe Parking Spaces Permitted; CEQA – Exempt pursuant to CEQAGuidelines Section 15061(b)(3)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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