HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESO 9874Resolution No. 9874
Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Expressing Appreciation and
Gratitude to Eric Filseth as 2019 Mayor
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WHEREAS, Eric Filseth served as Mayor of the City of Palo Alto from January 7, 2019 through
January 6, 2020; and
WHEREAS, during his time as Mayor, Eric served as the Chair of the Council Appointed Officers
Committee; and
WHEREAS, Eric provided effective regional and city-wide leadership on issues facing the City of
Palo Alto, focusing on the City’s land use and environmental policies through regional groups as
well as improved outreach to businesses and neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, Eric coordinated work with City Staff and represented the City on countless
occasions throughout the year including the Manzanita Forums and ribbon cutting ceremonies
for both the HP Solar Array and Baylands Boardwalk renovation; and
WHEREAS, Eric encouraged citizen input to City governance in a variety of formats throughout
the year, spent time with community leaders and citizens to understand their positions and
include such views in Council deliberations including tenant protections, vaping sales, and
small-cell transmitters; and
WHEREAS, with the City prioritizing Sustainability in 2019, Eric has been a leader in the
advancement of Palo Alto’s environmental sustainability through support of the Sustainability
and Climate Action Plan (S/CAP), renewable energy and zero waste plans including actions to
reduce use of natural gas and disposable plastics; and the de-commissioning of Palo Alto’s
waste incinerator, the city’s single largest source of greenhouse gases; and
WHEREAS, Eric was a champion for the public-private partnership between the City and Pets In
Need to operate the city’s animal shelter, ensuring that Palo Altans will have a safe and
effective pet shelter in their community; and
WHEREAS, with Eric’s passion for finance, he led efforts to structurally improve the city’s
budgeting process to better account for and fund its pension liabilities now and in the future;
and
WHEREAS, Eric advocated and worked with the entire city council to purchase a parcel of land
in the Ventura neighborhood which will be dedicated as an expansion of Boulware Park; and
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WHEREAS, during his tenure as Mayor, Eric successfully led the City of Palo Alto during a
landmark year that included many important accomplishments such as groundbreaking on the
California Avenue Garage and Public Safety Building project, expanding parking relief to Old
Palo Alto, and new multi-year contracts with most City bargaining groups; and
WHEREAS, 2019 was the 125th anniversary of Palo Alto’s incorporation, Eric led public
celebrations to mark the occasion; and
WHEREAS, as Mayor, Eric chaired efficient and productive meetings, allowing everyone an
equal opportunity to participate while encouraging timely action, and his service on the Council
exemplified his integrity, passion and commitment toward the betterment of Palo Alto.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of Palo Alto hereby commends
the outstanding public service of Eric Filseth and gratefully records both its appreciation, and
the appreciation of the citizens of this community, for his meritorious service and commitment
during his term as Mayor.
INTRODUCED AND PASSED: January 6, 2020
AYES: CORMACK, DUBOIS, FILSETH, FINE, KNISS, KOU, TANAKA
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