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Regular Meeting
August 11, 2025
The City Council of the City of Palo Alto met on this date in the Council Chambers and by virtual
teleconference at 5:30 PM.
Present In Person: Burt, Lauing, Lu, Reckdahl, Stone, Veenker
Present Remotely: None
Absent: Lythcott-Haims
Call To Order
Mayor Lauing called the meeting to order. The clerk took roll and declared six present.
Agenda Changes, Additions and Deletions
No changes.
Public Comment
1. Jeffrey F., Palo Alto Family YMCA, gave a report about the 8th Annual Health Fair being
held on September 21.
2. Michael K., resident of 1467 Hamilton, addressed two articles in the New York Times
that referred to the Zuckerberg-Chan compound, illegal operation of a private school
and abuse of police power. The neighborhood is in need of Council’s help resisting
pressure from the very wealthy regarding real estate.
3. Raymond G., member of Afro-UPRIS, spoke about inequality of wealth in the City
compared to Santa Clara County and asked the residents and City Council to consider
ways to help the less fortunate residents in the county and to support the youth voting
structure to be 16 and over.
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4. Prys H., Middlefield Road resident, discussed traffic issues in the area between Loma
Verde and East Meadow and a bus stop by Ashton hoping for some calming measures to
be installed by the City.
5. Liz G. asked the Council to move forward quickly with development of suitable housing
in Palo Alto and make the billionaires who live in the town accountable.
6. Monica M., resident of Menlo Park, spoke about positive experiences at the pickleball
courts at Mitchell Park and requested having the number of courts expanded.
7. Sven T., chemical engineer, requested Council ask Utility to send out a notice about the
benefits of using an induction stove. A flyer was passed around regarding an event
about an ADU being built at Project Green Home with advanced framing technology.
8. Star T., Barron Park resident, thanked the City and Council for supporting community
activities that aid in attaining and maintaining positive mental health and suggested
creating and managing more kiosks around town including on high school campuses.
9. Julia Z., director of Cool Cities Coalition, invited the City and City Council to an upcoming
extreme heat summit being hosted by the Cool Cities Coalition on August 17.
Council Member Questions, Comments and Announcements
Councilmember Burt reported MTC awarded a quarter million dollar grant for advancement of
the design and environmental work on the Quarry Road extension at the University Avenue
train station. Caltrain, San Mateo County and VTA have opted to participate in the regional
transportation tax intended for the November 2026 ballot. Caltrain’s ridership has gone up
almost 50 percent since last October. It is about 60+ percent of the pre-COVID numbers.
Commuter ridership remains stuck at around 40 percent.
Vice Mayor Veenker described a bus tour that was put on the past week bringing legislative
staff from Washington, DC and Sacramento to see how the City generates and uses electric
power obtained through Northern California Power Agency with publicly operated utilities. Vice
Mayor Veenker along with Councilmembers Lu and Burt attended the Silicon Valley Youth
Climate Action Climate Summit.
Councilmember Reckdahl spoke about attending the Ventura Ice Cream Social at the new
Boulware Park the day before and the importance of ensuring residents have access to parks
when adding housing. A lot of residents voiced concerns about RV parking. The issue will be
discussed in a couple weeks at a Policy and Services meeting.
Councilmember Lu appreciated the removal of the orange barriers on Cal Ave.
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Mayor Lauing mentioned a talk given by the new Utilities Director on what has been
accomplished so far and planned future accomplishments, the National Night Out community
event and a ribbon cutting and check presentation for the installation of EV charging stations at
Alta Housing’s Colorado Park Apartments.
Study Session
1. 4256 El Camino Real [25PLN-00095]. Request for Council Prescreening to Rezone the
Subject Property from Commercial Services to Planned Community/Planned Home
Zoning and to Allow Construction of a Multi-Family Apartment Complex with 120 Units
in a Six-Story Structure on a 25,950-Square-Foot (0.6 Acre) Site. CEQA Status: Not a
Project.
NO ACTION
Emily Kallas, Senior Planner, provided a slide presentation including Council pre-screening
process, conceptual project, project location, site plan, proposed elevation drawings, key
considerations for Council, neighbor comments, CEQA status and recommended motion.
Mircea Voskerician, Applicant, discussed parking for the project.
Jeff Potts, Architect, provided a slide presentation including a map of the site, affordable
housing requirement options, a site plan and parking plans, roof and floor plan and elevations
of the project.
Public Comment:
1. Kevin C. on behalf of 7 (Jean K., Jeanne V., Marshall B., Marie B., Marta P., Haya R.)
expressed concerns about how the project was being considered relative to existing
plans including property values, designated growth areas and near complete lot
coverage.
2. Stephanie T. had concern that the current application piggybacked off the prior hotel
application that had been contested, the proposed height of the property and no
allowable space for emergency vehicles.
3. Anne M., engineer, discussed concerns about the vertical aspect of the project stating
the building will appear too tall and narrow. The proposal calls for a zone change from
CS to PHZ. Without the PHZ zone, the height and floor area will be cut in half back to
what the CS zone and existing hotel permit allows.
4. Jeff L. indicated the project will create problems for the community and does not
comply with the 50-foot PC height rules and parking rules and fails to deliver adequately
on affordable housing.
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5. Sharlene C. summarized how the proposal will impact the health of the canopy heritage
trees.
6. Gayle C. expressed concern about parking, traffic and safety issues around the proposed
project.
7. Julie B. objected to the height of the structure and had concerns about the
environmental impact and the project aligning to the community’s needs along with
enhancing the character of the neighborhood.
8. Nikolay M. had concerns about unsafe biking on Middlefield Road due to the project
and the precedent being set.
9. Jeffrey H. (Zoom) advised downsizing the project and allowing the Palo Alto Redwoods
Board joint the design process in order to preserve the redwood trees.
10. Liz G. (Zoom) supported the City and City Council to stop punishing working folk in the
town for earning lower wages by providing better quality multifamily housing for
families of all sizes and incomes.
Councilmember Burt raised a question on whether there are redwoods on the current site that
would be removed. Mr. Potts responded there would be no change in what was going to be
removed from the hotel site. Having no underground garage being dug next to the trees puts
them in a better position to maintain their health.
Councilmember Burt asked for clarification on whether the project is proposing a stepdown or
not. Ms. Kallas explained the elevations with the stepdown is the entitled hotel project.
Councilmember Burt thought having a stepdown similar to what was on the hotel project was
an important concern.
Councilmember Burt queried if the assertions made by the developer about lower traffic impact
than the hotel project and previous retail use were supported statements. Ms. Kallas indicated
the project would be analyzed based on the standard ITE trip generation rates and did not
know if multifamily is less than hotel or restaurant.
Councilmember Burt inquired how the proposal stands up against the standard parking
requirements. Ms. Kallas responded the project is proposing 100 parking spaces and 130 or 125
would be required depending on looking at the standard or the housing incentive program
development standards. Councilmember Burt wanted to know if the agreement with an
adjacent property for offsite parking is included in the analysis. Ms. Kallas replied that
information was new to Staff and there are 100 spaces shown in the garage.
Councilmember Burt had questions about the affordability threshold. Director Lait answered it
is based on number of bedrooms. The project at Page Mill and El Camino was at 120 percent
AMI and this would have to average out at 80 percent AMI. Staff understood the concern about
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whether the market rate is equal to the deed restricted rate. Staff would look into that
information. Councilmember Burt questioned if there was ability to change the formula for
deed restricted affordable housing to incorporate the size of the unit rather than just the
number of bedrooms. Director Lait thought the City established inclusionary requirement and
could look into what authorities exist to make refinements to that. The planned home zoning
application pre-negotiated the inclusionary requirements for these types of projects but
outside of the zoning code changes, Council could consider whether some refinement could be
considered as a public benefit.
Vice Mayor Veenker queried if any arborist had been consulted regarding the redwood trees.
Director Lait summarized that level of analysis has not been done. Ms. Kallas added it was
analyzed as a part of the hotel project but would need to be reanalyzed to study this project.
Mr. Voskerician indicated there is an arborist’s report on the hotel impact. None had been done
for the current project and would be done if moving forward. The idea is to completely
preserve the redwoods.
Vice Mayor Veenker asked if there had been thought or discussion around having a green roof
as opposed to a terrace. Mr. Potts responded the intention for the roof deck was to be a usable
outdoor space that would incorporate greenery as well things like seating that had not been
designed yet. Ms. Kallas added that would be included in the 130 square foot per unit of open
space.
Councilmember Stone expressed concern about the lack of loading space and wondered if that
also included no space for ride share. Ms. Kallas confirmed that. Code would treat the loading
zone as able to serve both purposes. Councilmember Stone stated that concern needed to be
addressed.
Councilmember Stone questioned why PTC did not recommend this site in the ECR retail node
map. Director Lait guessed it was an entitled project and it was believed that it would develop
as a hotel and not likely to turn over. Councilmember Stone asked if there was discussion of it
at the PTC meeting. Director Lait agreed to obtain that information.
Councilmember Stone inquired the exact height of the hotel. Ms. Kallas agreed to obtain that
information.
Councilmember Stone asked the applicant to speak to the estimated rent would be for a one
bedroom. Mr. Potts did not have that information as of yet but indicated typically a smaller
apartment of the same bedroom count is less expensive to rent.
Councilmember Stone shared the concerns for the protection of the redwood trees, the size
and mass of the building, under parking, no retail use and the lack of step backs and façade
modulation.
Councilmember Lu commented 3.57 FAR is fine and questioned the applicant if there are any
thoughts and trade-offs on why the setback are the way they are or if there was consideration
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to put more massing closer to El Camino. Mr. Potts indicated a lot of consideration went into
laying things out. The lot coverage is already high. There are requirements for some setbacks
around the building for things like fire and safety. The way to achieve the FAR, more privacy
and more setbacks is taller on the El Camino side. It is a trade-off of getting the number of units
that makes a viable project versus trying to work with the neighbors and various requests for
more space, light and buffer. Those things can be further explored if the applicant chooses to
move forward after Council’s feedback.
Councilmember Lu wanted to see if any additional setback would make a difference in the
viability of the redwood trees at the border of the lot and wanted assurance that offsite parking
would be durable. The lack of retail is regrettable.
Councilmember Lu queried if the intention was to abandon the hotel entitlement. Mr. Potts
answered this is the key moment for that decision to be made.
Councilmember Reckdahl opined this proposal did not give enough attention to the impact to
the nearby neighbors. Assurance is needed that the setback is enough to prevent damage to
the redwoods during construction. Privacy measures are needed. Councilmember Reckdahl was
skeptical that external parking would be durable and needed to be addressed. Ample loading
zones will be required. There was concern about the value of the micro units. Retail could be
waived if the design was modified to have less impact on the neighbors.
Mayor Lauing inquired about the plan if housing is not done. Mr. Voskerician replied that would
have to be discussed internally and an evaluation would be done. Every step Council presented
would be taken into consideration to make something feasible. Depending on the outcome of
the analysis and Council decision on direction, the hotel might be paused.
Mayor Lauing thought zoning could require that parking be permanent for the life of the
ownership of the building. Director Lait confirmed that information stating if there was any
offsite parking associated with the development, zoning code would have requirements for that
and it would be required to run for the life of the project or some other long term use.
Mayor Lauing asked if BMR would be negotiated. Director Lait answered defaulting to the code
would be the starting place. Mayor Lauing suggested if the applicant wanted to make moves
then continue it.
Councilmember Burt was open to waiving the retail component in exchange for addressing
some of the other issues. There were concerns expressed regarding the setback for the top
floor on El Camino, the position of the mechanical and loading space.
2. 332 Forest Avenue [25PLN-00130]. Request for Council Prescreening to Rezone the
Subject Property from Multifamily Residential (RM-40) to Planned Home Zoning (PHZ)
and to Allow Construction of a New Multi-Family Apartment Complex with 82 units in an
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Eight-Story Structure on a 25,000 Square Foot (0.57 Acre) Site. CEQA Status: Not a
Project.
NO ACTION
Steven Switzer, Planner, provided a slide presentation including Council pre-screening process,
conceptual project, project location, site plan, elevations, key considerations, CEQA status and
recommended motion.
Peter Giovannotto, Applicant, provided a slide presentation including an introduction of the
property owner, architect and development advisors; the location; current layout of the site;
vision: transit-oriented, walkable, bikeable development; vision: the joys of downtown Palo
Alto residency; the project: creating the Forest Commons; shared outdoor space; reasons for
the PHZ process; and community benefits.
Rob Steinberg, Applicant, provided a slide presentation including The Fourth Corner – unique
opportunity, vision for the site, shared garden, respect the past and celebrate the future,
sculpting the massing of the building, details from Casa Real and Forest Avenue streetscape.
Public Comments:
1. Ignacio d.M. had concerns about the size of the building and requested building more
housing in Palo Alto in a way that does not affect the surrounding buildings.
2. Fred K. explained how there were daylight plane issues that needed to be resolved and
more zoning analysis was needed before coming to conclusions on the project.
3. Judith S. expressed concerns about the height of the proposed project.
4. David S. discussed the concerns about the height of the building impacting the property
values and noise from construction.
5. Rob L. spoke about a tree on the property of 332 that disappeared one weekend in
2020.
6. Liz G. (Zoom) expressed that 16 units at 80 percent AMI was not enough. The City needs
homes that are about 120 AMI.
7. Amie A. (Zoom) supported the project and hoped it moved forward quickly and
provided a list of buildings with a quarter mile that are as tall or taller.
8. Lisa L. (Zoom) shared concerns about the parking entrance and the massiveness of the
building.
Councilmember Lu inquired if the project is CEQA exempt. Mr. Switzer replied it is not a project
as detailed in the staff report. Director Lait said the project itself would be subject to CEQA.
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Councilmember Lu was confused why an option to connect to Homer would be related to the
project. Mr. Switzer responded it was noted in some internal conversations with transportation
that there could be a potential for a through lot connection to Homer.
Councilmember Lu was curious about thoughts on the absence of bicycle parking. Mr.
Giovannotto replied the plan was to fully comply with bicycle parking.
Councilmember Lu wanted explanation about the massing. Mr. Steinberg explained a vertical
element was being looked at to break a solid block into two blocks. There was plan to
horizontally pick up the height from the building on the corner of Bryant and Forest. The part of
the building closest to Forest would match the height of their building. Horizontal datum lines
would be taken from both adjacent buildings to break the scale of the building down into
smaller pieces to feel more in context with the Professorville area in order to make that feel like
it is a transition building. Councilmember Lu had questions about the west elevation. Mr.
Steinberg stated there are ins and outs. It will be broken down into smaller increments so it
begins to be finer grain at Bryant Street. It builds up as it comes to the middle of the block. The
middle of the block is the densest and then terraces back down to the single family on the other
side of Casa Real.
Councilmember Stone asked if loading space and ride share spots would be included in the final
design. Mr. Steinberg confirmed it would be included in the final design.
Councilmember Stone asked for a review of key provisions of how the Housing Crisis Act of
2019 or additional protections in Palo Alto would be able to help displaced residents. Mr.
Switzer stated at a local level, there is relocation assistance offered for a just cause eviction. At
the state level, there is Right to Return and some comparable amenities and benefits afforded.
Specifics would require more attention.
Councilmember Stone had concern about the potential historic significance of the current
building and asked if the possibility of being able to build something new within the existing
footprint had been looked into. Mr. Giovannotto answered between the backlot and 332 Forest
was the only thing that allowed the density to make the project feasible.
Mayor Lauing opined the project is exactly what is needed downtown and the location is ideal.
Vice Mayor Veenker asked if the project still exceeds the open space requirement. Mr.
Giovannotto explained the two campuses are being envisioned together. This will be the open
space requirement for the new building. Mr. Switzer added it needs further evaluation. Some
different zoning and building code standards applied to the structure at the time of
construction. What was presented is a shared open space that would require some alternative.
An easement might need to be required for that shared space. The two properties are under
common ownership. Vice Mayor Veenker suggested bringing more detail on that upon
returning.
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Vice Mayor Veenker wanted clarification about bike parking. Mr. Giovannotto provided
assurance that there would be compliant bike parking sufficient to the requirement.
Councilmember Burt encouraged the applicant to explore whatever number of parking slots
would work economically to serve all four buildings.
Councilmember Reckdahl had concern about the impact to the next door neighbors and asked
if the right hand wall on slide six was going to change. Mr. Steinberg indicated it was not
finished. Moves would have to be made on Forest and adjacent to the existing residents on
Bryant to find the right balance. Councilmember Reckdahl wanted to see a step back on the
right side or scooting the whole thing left to provide more buffer. Mr. Steinberg explained it will
be tough to shift the whole building because the property has a dog leg in the back that
requires the building width to keep the required setbacks on both sides. There are
opportunities to push the building in and step it down a little bit to articulate that side so it is
reasonable to existing residents.
Consent Calendar
Public Comment:
1. Carol S. (Item 7) (Zoom) discussed concerns about Item Number 7 and requested it be
taken off the consent calendar.
2. Aram J. (Item 5, 9, 12) (Zoom) felt the pay scale for public safety employees to be
excessive. He wanted Items Number 9 and 5 removed from the calendar as both needed
discussion. He advised Council to look at the Spotlight article he sent.
3. Liz G. (Items 7, 12, 13) (Zoom) expressed concerns over parking.
Councilmember Lu Recused from Agenda Item Number 7 and 13.
Vice Mayor Veenker Recused from Agenda Item Number 13.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Veenker moved, seconded by Mayor Lauing to approve Agenda Item
Numbers 3-15.
MOTION PASSED ITEMS 3-6, 8-12, 14-15: 6-0-1, Lythcott-Haims Absent
MOTION PASSED ITEM 7: 5-0-1-1, Lythcott-Haims Absent, Lu Recused
MOTION PASSED ITEM 13: 4-0-1-2, Lythcott-Haims Absent, Lu, Veenker Recused
3. Approval of Minutes from June 9, June 16, and June 17, 2025 Meetings
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4. Ordinance Adopting the 2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map Issued by the State Fire
Marshal
5. Adoption of Memorandums of Agreement with the Palo Alto Police Officers’ Association
(PAPOA) and the Palo Alto Police Managers Association (PMA) for Terms Ending June 30,
2028, and Corresponding Salary Schedules; CEQA Status – Not a Project
6. Adoption of a Resolution Establishing Fiscal Year 2026 Property Tax Levy for General
Obligation Bonds (Measure N Libraries)
7. Adopt a Resolution to Modify Evergreen Park-Mayfield Residential Preferential Parking
Program Employee Permit Allotment and Zone Revisions and Create New Two-Hour
Parking Areas Adjacent to El Camino Real; CEQA Status: Exempt pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) and 15301.
8. Adopt a Council Chambers Use Policy as recommended by the Policy and Services
Committee and Adopt an Ordinance Adding Use of Council Chambers Fees to the FY
2026 Municipal Fee Schedule; CEQA status: Not a project
9. Approval of Five (5) On-Call Consulting Contracts to Provide Long Term Planning Policy
Development support for the Planning and Development Services over a Five-Year Term,
as needed: 1) Aaron Welch Planning, 2) Ascent Environmental, Inc. 3) Lexington
Planning LLC, 4) PlaceWorks, Inc., 5) Raimi & Associates Inc. in an amount not to exceed
$2,000,000; CEQA Status: Not a Project.
10. Approval of Increase of Construction Contingency for Contract No. C24189237 with SAK
Construction, LCC in the amount of $1,800,000, Funded by the Wastewater Treatment
Enterprise Fund for the Joint Intercepting Sewer Rehabilitation (Phase 1) Project (WQ
24000), and Approval of a Budget Amendment in the Wastewater Treatment Fund;
CEQA Status - Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Repairs to Existing
Facilities)
11. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. C22182051 with EPI-USE Labs LLC to
Increase the Compensation by $939,675 for the City’s AWS Cloud and SAP Basis Support
Services and Extending the Term by 12 months to December 31, 2026; CEQA status -
exempt under 15061(b)(3).
12. Approval of Amendment #1 to Contract C23184669A With LifeMoves to Extend the
Contract by Two Years Through July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2027 in the Amount of $512,377
for a Total Contract Value Not To Exceed $972,377 for the Provision of Homeless
Outreach Service; and Amend the FY 2026 Budget in the General Fund and the
Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant Fund; CEQA Status – Not A Project.
13. QUASI-JUDICIAL. 3150 El Camino Real [24PLN-00231]: Approval of a Vesting Tentative
Map to Merge Five Parcels Together to Create One 111,030-Square-Foot Parcel to
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Facilitate Construction of 368 New Residential Rental Units. CEQA Status: Streamlined
CEQA Review in Accordance with Section 15183. Zoning District: CS (Service
Commercial).
14. FIRST READING: Adoption of an Ordinance to align chair and vice chair selection
language for the Parks and Recreation Commission (Palo Alto Municipal Code Ch. 2.25)
and the Architectural Review Board (Palo Alto Municipal Code Ch. 2.21) with the City’s
other Boards, Commissions, and Committees (BCCs); and Adoption of a Resolution doing
the same for the Storm Water Management Oversight Committee – CEQA Status: Not a
Project
15. FIRST READING: Adoption of an Ordinance Adding PAMC Chapter 16.15 to Restate
Procedures for Expedited Permitting of Electric Vehicle Charging Systems to Comply
with State Law. CEQA Status: Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).
City Manager Comments
City Manager Shikada provided a slide presentation including public safety building milestones,
upcoming community engagement opportunities, local Energy Reach code updates, summer
events and family fun continue and notable tentative upcoming Council items.
Councilmember Burt asked if the upcoming Reach Code update was exempt from AB 130. City
Manager Shikada replied that the item being brought forward was to meet a deadline stated in
that legislation. It exempts changes made effective in September. There is an exemption the
City is believed to qualify for that is being pursued.
Councilmember Burt asked if the agenda item on RVs in the community was planned to get to
Council after the Policy and Services meeting. City Manager Shikada indicated space and
flexibility was being provided to the P&S Committee and their recommendations. Adjustments
would be made as needed to ensure it was brought forward in a timely manner.
Action Items
16. 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.
Tami Jasso, Fire Mashall summarized that Council would approve the list of property owners
that had been put on the Weed Abatement List and hear any objections to being on the list.
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Councilmember Burt queried if the weed abatement requirement applies to properties of
public agencies. Garik Losilevsky, Santa Clara County Representative replied the program only
focuses on privately owned properties. Any issues regarding publicly owned properties are
communicated to that agency to be addressed internally.
MOTION: Councilmember Reckdahl moved, seconded by Councilmember Stone to adopt a
resolution confirming the report and ordering abatement costs to be a special assessment on
the properties specified in the report (Attachment A).
MOTION PASSED: 6-0-1, Lythcott-Haims Absent
17. Approval of Resolutions Amending the Amended and Restated Water Supply Agreement
Between the City and County of San Francisco and Wholesale Customers in Alameda
County, San Mateo County and Santa Clara County and the Updated Tier 2 Drought
Response Implementation Plan; CEQA Status: Not a Project and Categorically Exempt
under CEQA Guidelines Sec. 15307, 15308
Karla Daily, Assistant Director provided a slide presentation including an agenda, key elements
of the water supply agreement between San Francisco and the wholesale customers, minimum
purchase requirement, 3 elements of the minimum purchase agreement, minimum purchase
requirement amendment impacts, shortages on the regional water system plans, tier 1 family
plan, update to the tier 2 drought allocation plan, tier 2 methodology, tier 2 policy principles,
Palo Alto water use restrictions with new tier 2 plan and recommended motion.
Public Comment:
1. Pat S., Mountain View City Council member, summarized the benefits of the water
supply agreement and asked the Council to support it.
2. Tom S. spoke in support of the water supply agreement and hoped Council would
approve it.
3. Chris T. (Zoom) opined that there was not sufficient data from SFPUC to make these
decisions emphasizing the connection between this contract amendment and the alt-
water decisions and asked for more collaboration from the Commission.
4. Utsav G. (Zoom) discussed how approving these water agreement amendments would
be a fiscally irresponsible decision made without essential data and advised sending the
item back to the UAC to be properly reviewed after critical drought forecast data is
received from the SFPUC and there is better cost modeling for impacts on Palo Altoans.
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5. Peter D. (Zoom), Tuolumne River Trust policy director, spoke in opposition to the water
supply agreement because of inaccurate data from the SFPUC.
6. Patti R. (Zoom) read a statement from Steven Rosenblum indicating disappointment in
the policies of BOSCA. The commenter wanted City Council to pursue a study session
and listen to the stakeholders.
Councilmember Stone wanted to clarify that the SFPUC would not receive additional funds or
money from the revised agreement. Director Daily confirmed that information. Councilmember
Stone summarized his support for the amendment and encouraged colleagues to vote yes.
Councilmember Burt agreed with Councilmember Stone’s comments and discussed support for
the recommendations and the efforts the mayor and Councilmember Stone has been pursuing
with BOSCA.
Vice Mayor Veenker agreed with approving the amendment but wanted to continue to push for
an analysis on the need for alt-water.
MOTION: Councilmember Stone moved, seconded by Councilmember Lu to approve two
resolutions:
1. Amending the Amended and Restated Water Supply Agreement between the City and
County of San Francisco and Wholesale Customers in Alameda County, San Mateo
County and Santa Clara County (Attachment A) and;
2. Approve the updated Tier 2 Drought Response Implementation Plan (Attachment B).
MOTION PASSED: 6-0-1, Lythcott-Haims Absent
Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 10:02 PM