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Staff Report
Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR
Lead Department: City Clerk
Meeting Date: June 12, 2023
Report #:2305-1590
TITLE
Approval of 2023-2024 Boards, Commissions and Committees Work Plans
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Council review and approve the 2023-2024 Board and Commission work
plans for the Architectural Review Board, Historic Resources Board, Parks and Recreation
Commission, Planning and Transportation Commission, Public Art Commission, Stormwater
Management Oversight Committee, and Utilities Advisory Commission.
DISCUSSION
On November 30, 2020, the City Council adopted the Boards, Commissions and Committees
(BCC) Handbook, which implemented an annual review and approval of BCC work plans.
Each BCC is required to prepare an annual work plan for review and approval by the Council by
second quarter of the calendar year. The annual report should include the results of the prior
year’s plan and should consist of up to three priorities. When applicable, the City Council would
like to see metrics of community involvement and participation in meetings and activities
included in the work plan.
Council may refer additional items to the BCCs in response to new developments. BCCs should
work on the items outlined in the approved workplans over the course of the year and should
refrain from expending their time and staff resources on items that have not been approved by
the City Council.
In the event a BCC would like to add an item to the workplan for review after an annual
workplan has been approved by the City Council, a prompt request by the BCC Chair to the City
Council is required and the item will then be addressed by the City Council as a whole.
At this meeting, Council will review the workplans for Architectural Review Board, Historic
Resources Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning and Transportation Commission,
Public Art Commission, Stormwater Management Oversight Committee, and Utilities Advisory
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Commission. The Human Relations Commission work plan will be presented at the June 19,
2023 meeting.
FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with the review and approval of the BCC workplans. Any
fiscal resources that will be necessary for the implementation of these workplans can be
incorporated into the FY 2024 budget discussions at the Council’s discretion.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Architectural Review Board Work Plan
Attachment B: Historic Resources Board Work Plan
Attachment C: Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
Attachment D: Planning and Transportation Commission Work Plan
Attachment E: Public Art Commission Work Plan
Attachment F: Stormwater Management Oversight Committee Work Plan
Attachment G: Utilities Advisory Commission Work Plan
APPROVED BY:
Mahealani Ah Yun, Interim City Clerk
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Architectural Review Board
2023-2024 Workplan
Staff Liaison: Claire Raybould, AICP, Senior Planner
Lead Department: Current Planning, Planning and Development Services Division
About the Board The Architectural Review Board is composed of five members, at least three of whom are architects, landscape architects,
building designers or other design professionals. Terms are for three years. See Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter
2.21. Residency is not required. For the ARB webpage go to bit.ly/paloaltoARB.
Current Boardmembers
•Peter Baltay (Chair)
•Kendra Rosenberg (Vice Chair)
•Osma Thompson
•Yingxi Chen
•David Hirsch
Mission Statement
The Architectural Review Board reviews and makes recommendations to the Planning Director on the building design, site
planning, landscape planning, massing and facades, material selection, lighting, signage and other related issues for most major
new construction including additions and renovations that alter the exterior building face. The type of buildings reviewed include
commercial, industrial, and multiple-family residential. In addition, the ARB is a resource as knowledgeable observers of many
varied urban environments, to assist Palo Alto as it develops area plans to accommodate additional housing.
The ARB Scope of Review is fully noted in Title 18 of the Municipal Code, Chapter 18.76 under Section 18.76.020
Prior Year
Accomplishments
•The ARB takes prides in its collaborative process of review, where members meld their individual opinions and experience into
one democratic summary that improves proposed projects and therefore the quality of the Palo Alto built environment. This past
year, the ARB reviewed over 20 projects including 10 major multi-family housing and commercial projects as well as larger retail
modifications in Stanford Shopping Center, meeting Goal 1 of the annual work plan for 2022-2023.
•The ARB provided valuable feedback to assist Council with respect to the permanent parklet program as well as updates to the
city’s tree protection ordinance. The feedback assisted Council in adopting permanent parklet standards related to a new
ordinance related to a permanent parklet program. This work was consistent with Goal 2 of the fiscal year 2023 work plan.
•The ARB used its expertise in coordination with staff and their consultant to develop Objective Standards from the City’s existing
subjective guidelines and findings that are unique to the City. This will help to ensure that housing development projects
continue to meet the City’s high-quality design standards while also going through the City’s streamlined review process. This
work satisfied Goal 3 of the 2022-2023 work plan.
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Board Work Plan
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•The ARB held an awards ceremony on September 21st to celebrate outstanding projects that have been built in the city between
2015 and 2020, meeting objective 4 of the annual Work Plan for 2022-2023.
•The ARB adopted updates to its by-laws to conform with Council’s new handbook and again more recently to address new
changes to the Brown Act in accordance with Council’s direction, meeting Goal 5 of the 2022-2023 annual work plan.
•The ARB provided feedback for the Homekey project, prioritizing this critical housing project for the homeless. The ARB’s
feedback ensured that the project is well designed to address the residents needs and is appropriate to its location within the
Baylands with respect to colors and massing.
•The ARB reviewed and swiftly approved amendments to the Stanford Medical Center Master Signage program to accommodate
new directional signage, ensuring ease in locating needed medical services.
PROJECT/GOAL 1:Review Planning applications for conformance with ARB Findings and Objective Standards
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
This is the Board's main mission
and serves to ensure the City
develops high quality projects
On-Going Planning staff prepare staff reports,
packets and presentations. They
ensure paper plan sets and
material boards are ready for ARB
review. Other departments, such
as, City Attorney, Urban Forestry,
Transportation, etc., may be
required from time to time.
Consultants, including CEQA
consultants, may also be required.
Issuance of recommendations
on projects and high-quality
architecture throughout the City.
Yes
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Projects that include new housing units that will help with City reach its
regional housing needs allocation (RHNA)
N/A
PROJECT/GOAL 2:
Assist the City as it considers modifications to various Objective Standards; Provide feedback based on research from projects as
they go through the objective standards ministerial processes; Suggest ways to better address different housing typology and
address Objective Standards applicability to Coordinated Area Plans.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Streamline the objective
standard review process and
ensure that projects using the
streamlined review
process/objective standards
conform to the City’s
Comprehensive Plan, Goals and
Policies, including its high-quality
design standards
Provide high level modifications to
objective standards to Council by
Fall 2023; If directed by Council,
work with staff to propose specific
code language for Council
adopted by the end of FY 2024
Additional staff at Planning so that
the quality and completeness of
the work is maintained.
Council Approval No
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
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Board Work Plan
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In order of priority:
•Modifications to address townhome projects
•Modifications to address SB 9
•Modifications to address SOFA I and SOFA II areas
Modifications based on implementation of the objective standards
for projects under review (addition of standards or modifications to
existing standards based on experience implementing the
standards)
No
PROJECT/GOAL 3:
Discuss specific Comprehensive Plan Goals, Policies, Programs or Design Guidelines the ARB would like to further
explore/implement; If the City Council directs outreach to boards and commissions, provide comments on a preliminary schedule
for the development of new Coordinated Area Plans for San Antonio, California Avenue, Downtown, El Camino Real areas.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
This project would enhance
implementation of the City's
Comprehensive Plan
On-going Planning staff to help research
policies and programs;
coordination with long range
planning section staff.
Increased adherence to
Comprehensive Plan policies
No
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
•Provide input on development standards for the GM Zoned
properties between San Antonio and Fabian Way, which will be
required to rezone to allow multi-family housing in accordance
with the proposed Housing Element
•Explore modifications to zoning code and/or land use as
needed to facilitate and encourage mixed-use development of
surface parking lots in the downtown area without loss of
parking and on Stanford lands
•Modifications to the El Camino Real and South El Camino Real
Design Guidelines
•Coordinated Area Plan for the San Antonio Area
•Bird-friendly design guidelines
No
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Board Work Plan
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Historic Resources Board
2023-2024 Workplan
Staff Liaison: Amy French, Chief Planning Official
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services
About the Commission
Palo Alto, a Certified Local Government (CLG), is responsible to identify, evaluate, register, and preserve historic properties
within its jurisdiction and promote the integration of local preservation interests and concerns into local planning and
decision-making processes. Staff prepares an annual CLG report of the activities and submits these to the State Office of
Historic Preservation. This HRB Work Plan covers May 2022 - April 2023. The HRB is 7 members (no vacancies currently)
with terms of 3 years, staggered per Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 2.27.020. Residency is only required for one
member: owner/occupant of a category 1 or 2 historic structure, or of a structure in a historic district. HRB
webpage:https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City-Hall/Boards-Commissions/Historic-Resources-Board. PDS historic preservation
webpages: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Historic-Preservation
Current Commissioners
•Caroline Willis (Chair)
•Christian Pease (Vice Chair)
•David Bower
•Margaret Wimmer
•Gogo Heinrich
•Mike Makinen
•Alisa Eagleston-Cieslewicz
Mission Statement
Per Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 2.27 Historic Resources Board, Section 2.27.040 Duties, HRB purview is:
(a) Render advice and guidance to a property owner upon the owner's application for alteration of any historic single family or
duplex building in the downtown area and any such building designated as significant elsewhere in the city
(b) Inform the ARB of the historical and/or architectural significance of historic commercial and multiple-family structures in the
downtown area and any such buildings designated as significant elsewhere in the City that are under review by the ARB. Submit
recommendations to the ARB regarding proposed exterior alterations of such historic structures
(c) Recommend to the council the designation of additional buildings and districts as historic. Research available information and
add historical information to the inventory sheets of historic structures/sites. This inventory is maintained in the department of
planning and development services.
(d) Perform such other functions as may be delegated from time to time to the HRB by the City Council.
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Board Work Plan
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Prior Year
Accomplishments
The City submitted the CLG report for the October 2019 through September 2020 reporting period by the deadline in 2021.
During the 20-21 work plan period, from June 2021 through April 14, 2022, the HRB met nine times in public hearings. The
HRB reviewed and provided recommendations for exterior alterations of historic resources. The staff and preservation
consultant continued to implement policy L7.2 as an ongoing activity. In Fall 2021, the HRB learned about recently adopted
state legislation and partnered with staff to propose initiation of Comprehensive Plan program L7.1.1 during several HRB
public hearings including the January 27, 2022 HRB retreat and March 10.
PROJECT/GOAL 1:
Ongoing Goal 1: Review alterations to historic resources. Review and provide recommendations on exterior alterations to historic
resources in the Downtown (including SOFA) and on exterior alterations to Significant buildings (Inventory categories 1 and 2, and
in Historic Districts) outside Downtown; Support owner-initiated inventory nominations and category upgrades; Update Review
Bulletin previously approved by the HRB for use in October 2016, but which now needs adjustment.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
HRB's purview includes review of
exterior alterations, support
inventory category upgrades,
and make nominations to our
local inventory. Review of and
clarifications to update the 2016
Review Bulletin will benefit the
community's understanding of
how the City reviews alterations
to historic resources.
Ongoing - historic reviews and
category upgrades are performed
pursuant to PAMC 16.49;
Consideration of bulletin changes
will be taken up by the HRB
during the first quarter of the
workplan. Bulletin will support
outreach.
Staff, the city's qualified historic
preservation consultant, and the
HRB review alterations and
category upgrades to certain
historic resources. Staff and the
HRB will partner in the Bulletin
update effort.
Listed historic resources
undergoing exterior alterations
subject to HRB review
presented to the HRB. Bulletin
updated and posted to the City's
historic preservation program
webpages so homeowners can
better understand impacts of
being on the Inventory.
Yes. PAMC 16.49 sets
forth which resources
shall be reviewed by the
HRB.
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Review of alteration projects is high priority as primary work of the HRB
per PAMC 16.49.
Bulletin revisions are a medium priority - clarifications would help
staff and the community.
N/A
PROJECT/GOAL 2:
Ongoing Goal 2: Support implementation of Comp Plan Policy 7.2. Continue to support Policy L7.2 implementation (prepare
historic evaluations to determine eligibility for the California Register of Historical Resources and associated tracking).
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
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Continuing Policy L7.2
implementation allows the City to
learn historic status of buildings
prior to major changes or proposed
demolitions.
Policy 7.2 is ongoing activity;
property owners request historic
evaluations.
Policy L7.2: Case by case
evaluations funded by property
owners.
Policy 7.2: City gradually finds
properties previously
unevaluated to be either
ineligible or eligible for California
Register.
Certified Local
Government activities -
evaluate properties for
historic status and
nominate properties for
listing on local inventory
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
High priority for the HRB to implement Comprehensive Plan policies
related to historic resources; G2 Policy 7.2 began implementation in
early 2018.
N/A
PROJECT/GOAL 3:
NEW GOAL 3: Launch implementation of Policy L7.1.1. March 21, 2022, Council directed staff to "work with the HRB to review the
approximately 165 properties deemed eligible previously and make recommendations for listing on the City's local inventory in
accordance with the process set forth in PAMC 16.49 and collaborate with the HRB for community engagement."
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
The impact of a Policy 7.1.1
launch is community
engagement regarding values of
preservation. Previously
prepared forms will assist HRB,
Council to consider nominations
to our local inventory; listed
properties gain access to
existing preservation incentives.
Policy L7.1.1 implementation will
begin with outreach to owners of
historic properties. Staff will begin
following consultant contract
execution (no deadline/no grant
funding has been requested for
this effort to date).
Policy L7.1.1: Qualified historic
preservation consultant needed to
ascertain whether previously
eligible properties remain and
retain integrity. Consultant
assistance needed to help staff
with outreach and reports to the
HRB and Council.
Policy 7.1.1: City makes strides
toward addiing new properties
on its local Inventory, as well as
updating current listings. More
owners have access to existing
incentives for historic resources.
Certified Local
Government activities -
evaluate properties for
historic status and
nominate properties for
listing on local inventory
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Implementation of Policy L7.1.1 has not begun. Local Inventory
placement of properties previously found eligible for the National and
California Registers became a priority followig passage of State
legislation.
N/A
PROJECT/GOAL 4:
ONGOING GOAL 4: Improve outreach, review incentives, and develop work program for the next year. Review and recommend
improvements to outreach materials regarding the program, including incentives for rehabilitation. With work program
development, consider implementing additional historic preservation policies in the Comprehensive Plan, such as L7.1.2:
Reassess Historic Preservation Ordinance
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
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Outreach and incentives review
will help the community
understand benefits to historic
designation. Reviewing and
reassessing PAMC 16.49 (Policy
L7.1.2) could enable Council to
consider/make decisions
regarding the City's program.
Outreach materials improvements
are contemplated for the first half
of the work program year.
Reassessment of the ordinance
could begin during the second half
of the work program year unless
other projects/goals are
unfinished.
Staff is working to fill current
planning vacancies. HRB Staff
Liaison will seek assistance from
on-call preservation consultant.
Outreach materials updated and
posted. Work program
developed for following year.
Ordinance evaluation completed
and presented to City Council.
Comp Plan Policy
L7.1.2
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Outreach materials improvement.Reassessing PAMC 16.49 N/A
PROJECT/GOAL 5:ONGOING GOAL: Tailored Mills Act Program discussion. Finalize outreach approach and bring forward program report to City
Council
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
A tailored program can be a real
incentive to historic preservation
and result in rehabilitation of
significant resources.
This is targeted as a third quarter
activity, unless other
projects/goals are unfinished.
HRB Ad Hoc committee worked
on a draft of a tailored Mills Act
program. Additional work to
consider a pilot program outreach
approach would require staff time
and consultant assistance.
A report is sent to Council
describing a Tailored Mills Act
program.
N/A (many CLGs in
California have Mills Act
Programs)
HIGH PRIORITY PRIORITY DISCUSSION COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Finish the work previously drafted - Ad Hoc Committee effort This project might benefit the Inventory update. Board would like
Council feedback.
N/A
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Parks and Recreation Commission
2023-2024 Workplan
Staff Liaison: Daren Anderson, Assistant Director
Lead Department: Community Services
About the Commission
The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Commission is to advise the City Council on matters pertaining to the activities of
the Open Space & Parks, Golf, and Recreation divisions of the Community Services Department, excluding daily
administrative operations.
Timeframe covered by Work Plan: June 5, 2023 – March 31, 2024. The Commission is composed of seven members. See
Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) 2.25 Sections 2.25.010, 2.25.030, 2.25.040, 2.25.050, and 2.25.060. Residency is
required. Further requirements are that members shall not be Council Members, officers or employees of the City of Palo
Alto. Each member of the Commission shall have a demonstrated interest in parks, open space and recreation matters.
For more information about the Parks and Recreation Commission please visit our webpage.
Current Commissioners
•Jeff Greenfield (Chair)
•Amanda Brown (Vice Chair)
•Anne Warner Cribbs
•Nellis Freeman
•Shani Kleinhaus
•Joy Oche
•Bing Wei
Mission Statement The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Commission is to advise the City Council on policy matters pertaining to the
activities of the Open Space, Parks and Golf Division, and the Recreation Division of the Community Services Department.
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Commission Work Plan
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Prior Year
Accomplishments
•Racquet Court Policy
o Ad Hoc reviewed existing policy and received community feedback through stakeholder meetings and site visits.
o PRC recommended an update to the Racquet Court usage policy, increasing pickleball access, on November 22, 2022.
o Initiated a racquet court stakeholder advisory group with pickleball and tennis users.
o Began research into the cost and feasibility of adding lights to City-owned tennis courts.
•Recreation Projects/Opportunities
Gym/Wellness Center
o Weekly ad hoc meetings (with occasional staff participation) on stakeholder outreach and research on wellness center need,
potential locations, facilities, programs and activities.
o Worked with City staff on stakeholder outreach and research of wellness center facilities, programs and activities.
o Hosted a community meeting on March 7, 2023 to discuss the proposed Recreation Wellness Center and issued a community
survey to collect additional feedback.
o Organized “Friends of Palo Alto Recreation Wellness Center” Board of Directors submitting bylaws and articles of incorporation,
achieving 501.c3 status and constructing a web site www.parwc.org.
o Provided status updates to the PRC during monthly ad hoc updates and at a March 28, 2023 presentation.
Skatepark
o Ad hoc worked with staff and skatepark stakeholders and broader skateboarding community on potential skatepark conceptual
design that incorporates and honors existing historic skate bowl.
o Established a partnership with Friends of Palo Alto Parks to serve as the repository for skatepark donations, following PRC
recommendation on September 1, 2022, and City Council authorization on October 24, 2022.
o First draft conceptual design completed by pro-bono designer and staff is working on parking analysis.
First Tee partnership at Baylands Golf Links
o Encouraged completion of the LOI signed with City of Palo Alto and First Tee to allow First Tee to raise funding for this public
private partnership.
o Feasibility study report provided by First Tee on January 27, 2023.
•E-Bike and Electric Conveyance Device Policy
o PRC ad hoc met throughout the year reviewing policy and regulations regarding the use of e-bikes and electric conveyances in
parks and open space areas. This included Palo Alto and neighboring cities, regional, state, and national jurisdictions.
o Discussed policy considerations including parks vs. open spaces, types of e-bikes, and state policy implications with CSD,
Transportation and Safe Routes staff, and PABAC, including their E-Bike subcommittee.
o PRC discussed balancing competing interests and priorities including wildlife and ecosystem protection, recreation, bicycle
transportation corridors, public access, equity, safety, enforceability, ADA requirements, and clarity and communication of rules on
October 25, 2022.
o After considerable public comment and discussion, PRC unanimously recommended an e-bike and electric conveyances policy
and regulations for parks and open space on November 22, 2022
•Fundraising
o Developed process for recreation, open space, and community service advertisements to be placed on a regular basis in Enjoy!
catalog.
o Increased regular communication between Friends of Palo Alto Parks, Palo Alto Recreation Foundation, and the PRC.
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o Created a webpage for City of Palo Alto Community Services Department, increasing awareness of how to donate to various
programs within Community Services.
o Encouraged City staff and partners to pursue grants, which may be available to Community Services, Parks, and Open Space
agencies.
•Urban Forestry
o Annual State of the Urban Forest report presented to PRC on December 15, 2022.
o Reviewed implementation status of significant changes associated with the Title 8 Tree Ordinance update including new tree
protections, tree removal and maintenance processes, public communication, and new staffing.
o Provided periodic updates on the roll-out of new Tree Ordinance processes, communication, and staffing.
o PRC feedback centered on clarification, communication, timing, and transparency of the associated changes. City web pages
continue to evolve. Roll-out is proceeding despite staffing challenges.
•Parkland Dedication
o The PRC ad hoc reviewed the 10-acre Measure E site at the Baylands Nature Preserve / Byxbee Park for potential rededication as
parkland, and consulted with Public Works, Utilities, and City Attorney departments, and Utilities Advisory Commission leadership.
o PRC discussed permitted development under the ballot measure, absence of current project proposals, and potential benefits of a
recreational connector trail, wildlife corridor, and support for the ecological integrity of the Baylands on September 27, 2022.
o PRC voted 4-2 to recommended dedication of the Baylands Measure E site as park land on October 25, 2022.
o The ad hoc reviewed other potential sites for Parkland Dedication and is working with staff to move forward with dedicating a small
area at Greer Park where a sewer easement is being released (February 28, 2023).
•Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Review
o The ad hoc met with staff on November 7, 2022 to review the FY 2024 - 2028 CSD Capital Plan for Parks, Open Space, and Golf
projects.
o The ad hoc recommended updates to the CIP project list, including providing more specific details of "On-going CIPs" and adding
Foothills Comprehensive Conservation Plan and Cubberley synthetic turf replacement projects, and perhaps the Roth Building
restroom.
o The PRC reviewed and provided feedback on the CIP plan on November 22, 2022.
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Commission Work Plan
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PROJECT/GOAL 1:
Parks Master Plan Process Review
Review the process for planning and implementation of the Parks, Trails, Natural Open Space, and Recreation Master Plan
(Parks Master Plan) for consistency and coordination with the annual CIP process. Identify scope of work and high-level process
for a comprehensive Parks Master Plan review.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Optimize implementation of the
Parks Master Plan
FY24-Q1&Q2 Low to moderate staff time •Report on the planning
and implementation
process since adoption
of the Master Plan
•Optimize FY25 CIP
process for consistency
with the Parks Master
Plan
•New work plan item
created for
comprehensive Parks
Master Plan review
(lower priority items)
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Policy 2.G,
6.A)
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Phase 1
•High level review of Parks Master Plan – understand and
clarify best practices for utilization, implementation, etc.
•Evaluate the potential use of the Action Plan to optimize
annual CIP processes moving forward
•Establish scope, details, and timeline of a comprehensive
Parks Master Plan review
Phase 2: A new work plan item will outline a comprehensive Parks
Master Plan review, which will likely include:
•Detailed status review of projects and programs
•Engage community feedback to understand community
priorities and needs
•Quantitative evaluation of demand and capacity of major
recreation facilities (Policy 2.G)
•Review demographic trends and interests by segment for
and adjust programs and plans accordingly (Policy 6.A)
•Establish annual and periodic review best practices
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Chapter 5:
Progress
Reporting)
PROJECT/GOAL 2:
Recreation Program Review
Review existing recreation programs, categorize offerings (age group, program type, capacity and availability, fee reduction use,
etc.), and review program offerings of neighboring agencies.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Compile data to understand the
needs, challenges, and gaps in
existing programming for our
diverse community.
FY24-Q1&Q2 Moderate staff time •Report on successes and
challenges of existing
program offerings.
•Identify potential new
program offerings.
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Program
1.H.1)
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
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Work with the community and staff to assess the current program
offerings and current City program offerings and
Identify programing gaps and potential solutions, including new
Enjoy Catalog offerings.
Yes: Parks, Master
Plan (Chapter 5:
Progress
Reporting)
PROJECT/GOAL 3:
Recreation Wellness Center
Work with staff to facilitate progress on a new Palo Alto Recreation Wellness Center.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED /
LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-
APPROVED
Recreation and wellness facilities
provide active and healthy
recreation opportunities for
current and future generations.
Increase social engagement and
well-being.
FY24 Moderate staff time
Utilize professional expertise in our
community, working with the
Friends of Palo Alto Recreation
Wellness Center.
•Providing feedback to City
Council on a new
Recreation Wellness Center
as directed by City Council.
•Recommendation for a
Letter of Intent.
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Policy 5.G;
and major project
Chapter 5)
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
As directed by City Council:
•Conduct public outreach on a new gym, including and location,
siting, gym features, cost estimates, funding timeline, demand
assessment, and prioritization of projects
•Investigate fundraising.
Recommend approval of a Letter of Intent for a new Recreation
Wellness Center.
Yes. Council
Motion)
PROJECT/GOAL 4:
er
Bicycle/E-Bike Policy and Access
Proceed with City Council direction from 2/27/23 to: Review policy and access for all bikes, electric bikes and other electronic
coasting devices in the Baylands and Pearson-Arastradero preserves to consider 1. Reduction of speed limit; 2. Whether and
where to restrict bicycle and horse access; 3. Adding bike racks at trail heads to the open space where lacking.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES
NEEDED
MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
The project implements City
Council direction from 2/27/23 with
the benefit of providing access to
nature while protecting habitat and
wildlife, with consideration of
community interests, staff and
infrastructure resources and
ensuring safe use of trails.
FY24 Low to moderate staff time
Funding for signage and
bike racks.
•Develop signage
•Identify bike rack locations
•Consider whether and on
what trails to restrict bicycle
and horse access and make
recommendations
•Consider speed limit and
make recommendations
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Program
1.G.2, and 2.A.7)
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HIGH PRIORITY LOWER
PRIORITY
COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Implement Council direction from 2/27/23, including:
For all bikes in the Baylands and Arastradero Preserves consider and
recommend policy to address:
•Reduction of speed limit
•Whether and where to restrict bicycle and horse access
•Adding bike racks at trail heads in open space, where lacking
r all bikes in Baylands and Arastradero Preserves consider and recommend policy to address:1. Reduction of speed limit2. Whether and where to restrict bicycle and horse access3. Adding bike racks at trail heads to the open space where lackingdr all bikes in Baylands and Arastradero Preserves consider and recommend policy to address:1. Reduction of speed limit2. Whether and where to restrict bicycle and horse access3. Adding bike racks at trail heads to the open space
Continue monitoring of evolving bicycle/e-bike issues,
including: technology, impacts, and state and local policies.
Assess how the current e-bike policy is working.
Yes
PROJECT/GOAL 5:
Playing Fields Policy and Programs Review
Review and recommend updates to playing fields policy and programs including synthetic turf replacement strategy and field
reservation policy
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Efficient and successful
replacement of end-of-life
synthetic turf fields.
Optimized access to City playing
fields.
Proactive field management.
FY24-Q1&Q2: Complete synthetic
turf replacement strategy review.
FY24-Q3&Q4: Complete review of
field reservation policy.
Low to moderate staff time •Meet with playing field
stakeholders
•Successful replacement of
end-of-life synthetic turf field,
contingent upon CIP funding
•Field reservation policy
update recommendation if
warranted
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Programs
1.F.1; 2.A.3; 2.C.3)
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Work with staff to review and recommend optimum synthetic turf
replacement strategy including materials, process, and timing.
Meet with stakeholders periodically for feedback.
Meet with stakeholders for feedback and review field reservation
and use policy and recommend an update as appropriate.
No
PROJECT/GOAL 6:
Park Dedication FY24
Conduct a broad review and assessment of potential sites within our community to recommend dedicating as parkland.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Increase dedicated parkland to
provide recreational opportunities,
promote the health and well-being
of the community, and support
biodiversity. Advance goals of 4
acres of parkland per 1,000
residents, and within 1/2 mile of
homes.
FY24 Low staff time (CSD, CAO,
Planning, PWE, Real Estate)
Recommendation of one or
more sites for dedication as
parkland.
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Goals and
Policies 1.B, 1.C,
4,D, 5.C) and
Comprehensive
Plan (Policy L-8.1).
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HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Work with staff to assess the suitability of potential sites for parkland
dedication, including a review of existing list of previously identified
locations. Pursue dedication of Greer Park sewer easement associated
with the 2850 W. Bayshore Road development project.
Establish best practices for future review and assessment of
potential sites to be dedicated as parkland.
Yes
PROJECT/GOAL 7:
Grant Opportunities
Consider how to increase funding for Parks, Open Space, and Recreation programs and projects through grants.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES
NEEDED
MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Obtaining new grants increases
funding for programs and
projects.
FY24 Low to moderate staff time • Report on recommendations to
increase grant funding
• Recommend new grants to
pursue
Yes: Parks Master
Plan (Program
5.G.4)
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER
PRIORITY
COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Work with staff to assess how to use grants more effectively to increase funding
for programs and projects. Review current grant application process,
associated resources, and recent grant applications.
Consider what new resources and partnerships may be
effective to increase grant funding.
No
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Planning and Transportation Commission
2023-2024 Workplan
Staff Liaison: Amy French, Chief Planning Official
Lead Department: Planning and Development Services (PDS), Office of Transportation (OOT)
About the Commission The Planning & Transportation Commission's work plan covered April 2022 - April 2023. The members and chairs are listed
below. Members serve 4-year terms. The PTC has 7 members. For more information about Planning & Transportation
Commission (PTC) please visit our webpage, go to http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/boards/ptc/default.asp
Current Commissioners
• Doria Summa (Chair)
• Bryna Chang (Vice Chair)
• Bart Hechtman
• Keith Reckdahl
• Carolyn Templeton
• Allen Akin
• George Lu
Mission Statement
The Planning & Transportation Commission advises the City Council, Planning Director, and Transportation Director on land use
and transportation matters, including the Comprehensive Plan, zoning, transportation programs, and related matters. The
Commission's primary responsibilities include:
• Preparing and making recommendations to the City Council on the City's Comprehensive Plan and applying the Comprehensive
Plan to proposed development, public facilities, and transportation in Palo Alto
• Considering and making recommendations to the City Council on zoning map and zoning ordinance changes; any changes to
Title 18 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code must be reviewed by the PTC and the City Council
• Reviewing and making recommendations to the City Council on subdivisions and Site and Design Reviews, on appeals on
variances and use permits
• Considering other policies and programs affecting development and land use in Palo Alto for final City Council action
• Reviewing and making recommendations on individual projects as described in the Municipal Code, and Open Space
development;
• Reviewing and making recommendations to the City Council on transportation, parking, and other related mobility issues
• Ensuring robust community engagement and dialogue regarding planning, land use, and transportation and providing
recommendations to the City Council regarding these matters and incorporating the public discussion. The PTC hearings provide a
forum for public comment and public interaction
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Prior Year
Accomplishments
The PTC addressed many items on the 2022-2023 PTC work plan including considering ordinances, providing feedback during
study sessions, and recommending policy direction on a variety of topics. That plan can be found here:
https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/files/assets/public/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/planning-and-transportation-
commission/planning-and-transportation-commission-2022-work-plan.pdf. Accomplishments the PTC contributed to include
Housing Element draft and EIR addendum, completing Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance Amendment, NVCAP preferred
plan Council endorsement, Admin draft NVCAP, ADU ordinance update to align with SB897 and AB2221, SB9 ordinance,
electrification ordinance, retail interim ordinance extension (CUP thresholds), Project Homekey Comp Plan amendment, 3200 Park
Boulevard, 1700 Embarcadero, 660 University Comp Plan and PHZ, traffic safety, annual reports.
PROJECT/GOAL 1:
Road Safety
Several safety-related reports will come to PTC, specifically the Crescent Park Traffic Calming pilot, the Caltrain Corridor Quiet
Zone Project, the Lincoln Avenue and Middlefield project, a study of collision issues, and a Federally-funded Safe Streets for All
Safety Action Plan.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Opportunity to investigate an
area of considerable public
concern.
Reports will be shared as they are
drafted or completed.
The Police Department may need
to provide additional
data/information.
Substantive and informative
discussion.
No
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists is important. Reducing
and/or eliminating injury and death resulting from collisions is an
important priority for many residents. A public dialogue at the PTC is
welcomed by those concerned members of the public.
The challenges in this area are addressed through existing
committees and active projects. The work continues regardless.
No
PROJECT/GOAL 2:
Retail Recovery
Retail Recovery, the Future of Retail, and Retail Preservation: This project consists of several interrelated and overlapping topics
and council assignments. The high-level study contract PDS is overseeing has an expanded scope for 2023 to consider state
legislation AB2097 and include further outreach beyond the efforts in 2022. The PTC will eventually resume discussion of a
permanent ordinance regarding conditional use permit thresholds and may take up the Council referral to evaluate the retail
preservation ordinance. The City’s economic development staff oversaw a contract to develop an economic development
strategy which was presented to City Council in March 2023. Efforts are aligned and done in coordination with broader
economic development efforts. The PTC is slated to discuss the changes to Title 18 this summer, to implement the
permanent parklet program for recommendation to City Council.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
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Overall, this project aims to
ensure a strong climate for
retail businesses in Palo Alto
that can allow Palo Altans to
meet their daily needs and
have a high quality of life.
The high-level reviews of trends
and best practices in retail are
underway; In March, Council
reviewed a retail strategy
document and parklet
standards. The PTC review of
CUP thresholds in 2022 resulted
in the extension of the interim
ordinance.
Consultant work, staff oversight
and meetings preparation, and
participation from the local retail
community.
These interrelated projects
may result in the development
of new ordinances and/or
broader policy
recommendations to the City
Council.
Yes - Council assigned.
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
The recovery from the pandemic as well as any shifts in retail trends
that will endure beyond the pandemic are occurring and can benefit
from further and refined action by the City.
While this is an impactful body of work, the need to get it right and
coordinate with existing and new resources outweighs the need
to quickly pursue the work.
Yes
PROJECT/GOAL 3:
CAP Planning
Coordinated Area Plan Planning – This updated goal carries forward the prior year goal regarding neighborhood planning
approaches and overall effectiveness of various approaches to neighborhood planning. The staff and PTC will consider new
neighborhoods that may result from the 6th cycle Housing Element sites and demand for public facilities/services. Council directed
staff to construct a preliminary for starting new coordinated area plans for San Antonio Road; California Ave; Downtown; and El
Camino Real. This macro discussion will likely involve study sessions with the Architectural Review Board jointly with the PTC
about the scope of work. This w will include process analysis – to study how a CAP process can be different (more efficient) than
the NVCAP process.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Development of preliminary
schedule for new CAPs will
enable City Council to provide
direction
By December 2023 Staff time to research and prepare
a staff report to PTC and ARB
Successful conversation and
possible identification of an
approach (or approaches) to
guide the City's future.
No
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Council directed work on a preliminary schedule by the end of 2023 It would be timely to hold study sessions after the Housing Element
has been certified
Yes
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PROJECT/GOAL 4:
NVCAP
North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan - Finalizing the plan to return to the PTC and City Council for adoption
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Transit oriented neighborhood June 2023 is targeted for return to
PTC
Consultant resources to complete
the project
An adopted area plan.Yes
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Per grant requirements, the project must be completed by June 2025.
However the goal is still to complete the plan in 2023 in part to keep
within budget.
N/A Yes
PROJECT/GOAL 5:
Housing Element
Housing Element Adoption and Implementation - The PTC reviewed the draft Housing Element the city submitted to HCD on
March 8. Council and PTC will jointly review and potentially adopt the 6th cycle HE incorporating responses to HCD comments on
May 8, 2023. Then staff begins preparing the required zone changes and Comp Plan amendments to achieve the RHNA housing
yields. Housing Incentive Program expansion & adjustments The next step is the phased implementation of the Housing Element
programs that include implementing ordinances - Citywide rezoning, by-right housing, allowing/increasing residential density in
GM/ROLM, Housing Incentive Program ordinance – expansion to other zones, Objective Standards in SOFA ordinance.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Compliant housing element and
programs to encourage housing
development
PTC and Council review May 8th,
submittal of final draft for HCD
certification
Staff and consultant resources
employed
Compliant Housing Element
that meets the needs of current
and future Palo Altans
Yes - State Mandated
Policy Development
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
City subject to Builder’s Remedy - Compliance with state law is
necessary to prevent invalidation of the local ordinance.
N/A Yes
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PROJECT/GOAL 6A:
State Law Implementation
2021-2023 Laws
SB9 and AB2097 Implementation and related policy considerations. SB9 standards - Standards will be further studied in 2023 with
PTC assistance and SB9 adjustment legislation at state level in process may be acted upon and further adjustments to standards
or the ordinance may be needed. AB2097 policy related discussions and including development of map, handout, and
amendment to Title 18 parking regulations. Development of policy considerations related to TDRs in Downtown and SOFA,
parking district policies and in lieu parking fees, alternative parking facilities, loading zone and ride-share passenger loading;
AB2097 went into effect January 2023.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Provide clarity to property
owners and potential
developers.
Spring 2023 through November
2023
Staff resources have been
assigned.
Adoption of ordinance
amendments
Yes - State
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
N/A Possibly - direction in
April
PROJECT/GOAL 6B:
State Law Implementation
2023-2024 Laws
AB2011/SB6 Implementation: July 2023 effective, Ordinances implementing affordable/mixed-income housing by-right in
commercial zones, other state legislation to pass in fall 2023 becoming effective in 2024
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Meet state law regarding
housing development.
Draft ordinance AB2011-SB6
should be considered by the
PTC in summer 2023
Need to assign resources (staff) Adopted ordinance Yes
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Prior to July 1, 2023 effective date for state laws AB2011 and SB6 Laws adopted fall 2023 that may have a July 2024 effectiveness
date
No
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PROJECT/GOAL 7:
Parking Programs
The PTC will receive an update regarding options for improving the City’s parking programs. This includes a Roadmap for
Residential Parking Permit Program improvements and commercial parking improvements. Parking Data Portal - PTC will
receive an update regarding parking availability data. The new license plate reader technology allows for regular collection
and reporting of parking availability.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Improved parking operations.Ongoing.Ongoing.Feedback from PTC and
continued engagement from
the public.
Yes
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
The staff work behind the project continues; proposed updates help
advance the work. Additionally, the public welcomes opportunities to
engage w/the PTC on this topic.
This project represents a large body of ongoing work to manage
parking supply and parking policy.
Yes
PROJECT/GOAL 8:
On-Demand Transit
Program
Staff expects to bring a one-year evaluation of the Palo Alto Link on-demand transit service to PTC in Spring of 2024.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
On-demand transit program to
provide service, understanding,
and insight into future transit
programs.
Spring 2024 Grant money has been awarded
for the project. Additional funding
is needed to extend the service
and is being pursued.
Feedback, knowledge, and
insight.
Council accepted
grant award.
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Grant project to be executed w/in prescribed timeline.Must unfold as resources are procured.No
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PROJECT/GOAL 9:
Bike and Ped
Transportation Plan
Update
A citywide evaluation of the bicycle network and pedestrian network. The plan will identify opportunities to enhance and
connect the network.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Updated bike and ped
transportation plan
Study sessions on visioning, needs
and concerns in 2023. Final plan
update in 2024
Consultant resources are being
procured.
Updated bike and ped plan.Yes -
Council
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
N/A Update is timely, but not mandated by any state laws.No
PROJECT/GOAL 10:
Car Free Streets
California Avenue and Ramona Street. Planning and design of alternatives for permanent closures.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Evaluate alternatives for street
closures to improve
placemaking and provide
economic benefit to local
businesses.
2023-2024. Funds for consultant resources
must be appropriated and a
consultant procured.
Recommendation made to
Council.
Yes - Council
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
The study and subsequent recommendation/decision needed for local
businesses to plan effectively.
The temporary closure can continue while the study takes place. Yes - Council
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PROJECT/GOAL 11:RPP Rental Registry Program
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
The ordinance enables the city
to establish a rental registry to
learn about the Palo Alto rental
landscape; make data-informed
policy decisions that protect
public health, safety and
welfare of residents and
support stability, certainty, and
fairness in the rental market for
renters and landlords. In
addition, the program would
provide awareness to the public
of renter protections.
PTC to review in late May 2023 Staff time to draft reports to the
PTC, HRC, Policy & Services
Committee and City Council
Will need budget for
implementation of registry
software and ongoing
maintenance of program.
Adopted ordinance enabling
registry program. Procurement
of vendor to establish registry
software and launch of registry
by end of year.
Yes - Council
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Adoption of an ordinance.Other aspects of the project are occurring concurrently, such as the
request for proposals.
Yes - Council
PROJECT/GOAL 12:Bird Safe Glass/Construction and Dark Skies Ordinance
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
A Council objective is to protect
birds in Palo Alto; set new
standards for development,
rather than rely on general
policies or subjective guidelines
TBD Staff is reaching out to consultant
to perform this work
Ordinance adoption No
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Meet with a consultant and identify budget, prepare draft ordinance for
PTC review and recommendation to City Council
Complete the work with Council adoption of ordinance Yes -
Council
PROJECT/GOAL 13:
Comprehensive Plan Policy Implementation. This includes Streamside Corridor changes in Title 18 and other Comp Plan policies
that lead to Title 18 revisions.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Work through the relevant
remaining Comprehensive Plan
policies and programs to
completion
TBD – need to work through the
list and identify priorities; Staff
identifies these tasks in annual
reports
Staff and consultant assistance –
during a year when staff resources
will be focused on implementation
of the Housing Element
Adopted ordinances to amend
Title 18
No
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Some of the programs and policies are higher priority Some of the programs and policies are lower priority Yes – Comprehensive
Plan
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Public Art Commission
2023-2024 Workplan
Staff Liaison: Elise DeMarzo, Public Art Program Director, Nadya Chuprina, Program Coordinator
Lead Department: Community Services / Arts & Sciences
About the Commission
Public Art Commission is composed of five (5) members. The terms are three (3) years in length and commence
on April 1. Residency is not required. There are no vacancies as of April 1, 2023. The Public Art Commission
oversees Palo Alto's temporary and permanent public art programs. The Commission's primary duties are:
● To advise the city in matters pertaining to the quality, quantity, scope, and style of art in public places
● To periodically review the capital improvement program with the staff for inclusion of works of art in various
projects
● To devise methods of selecting and commissioning artists with respect to the design, execution, and
placement of art in public places and to advise staff on the selection and commissioning of artists, and the
amounts to be expended on art in public places
● To advise and assist staff in obtaining financial assistance for art in public places from private, corporate, and
governmental sources
● To review plans for the installation of art in public places and review the inventory of art in public spaces
Current Commissioners
Hsinya Shen (Chair)
Loren Gordon (Vice Chair)
Ben Miyaji
Nia Taylor
Lisa Waltuch
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Mission Statement
The Palo Alto Public Art Program promotes the highest caliber of artwork, commissioning memorable public artworks
and experiences that stimulate discussion and thoughtful reflection, celebrating Palo Alto’s character and enhancing
civic pride and sense of place.
PAC’s 2023 Adopted Priorities are:
Building Community Priority: Develop public art that encourages playing, belonging, community participation and
that promotes shared experiences in and around Palo Alto Neighborhoods and commercial corridors.
Social Justice Priority: Develop public art projects that will continue to advance ethnic and cultural inclusion and
social, racial, and gender equity.
Public Art Education Priority: Widen and strengthen education and advocacy for public art, including through the
roll-out and implementation of the California Avenue District Master Plan and the Baylands Art Plan, and PAMP long-
term goals, while responding to current issues and supporting a wider network of artists.
Prior Year
Accomplishments
1. Artlift Microgrants 2022: fulfilling the PAC’s first goal of 2022, ten microgrants of $4,000 each were given.
The projects were selected and commissioned in the summer / fall of 2022. All projects were completed
throughout 2022. The projects created a sense of community and connection. Examples: Pets of Palo Alto
A Family Portrait Project showcased community pets and their people; Small Gestures – postcards featuring
original images by artist Victoria Heilweil and PA Camera Club; and Factronauts, a series of four pop-up
events where artists asked the public questions and providing answers by a “computer” created by the
Factronauts.
2. King Artist Residency Pilot: artist Rayos Magos completed his community engagement and created a
beautiful seven-foot-tall yellow, three-sided structure titled I See You, I Hear You, I Honor You. The artwork
remains on display through October 2023 in King Plaza.
3. California Avenue Public Art Master Plan: activating the Cal Ave corridor with public art. Four murals were
installed on the walls of the Public Safety Building Site. Public art staff offered public tours of the murals.
4. Five sculptures by artist Susan Zoccola have been installed along the Charleston-Arastradero Corridor.
Zoccola's colorful compositions are highlighting the pedestrian and bicycle traffic at key places along the
corridor.
5. Each year the Public Art Program receives funding from the City to maintain and care for the City’s growing
permanent art collection. The staff is diligent about maintenance, examples include repairing Joyce Hsu’s
Birdie and Beth Nybeck’s Wild, the conservation treatment of Nathan Oliveira’s Universal Woman and the
midtown community’s Poetry Wall mural.
PROJECT/GOAL 1:
Code:ART 2023 (October 12-14, 2023, 5 - 10 p.m.)
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The City of Palo Alto Public Art Program will launch its third interactive media art festival, Code:ART, a three-evening event that
re-imagines Palo Alto’s underutilized plazas, alleys, and public spaces through interactive light, sound, and motion. The festival
will feature a major interactive media artwork anchoring the festival and six Urban Interventions activating or reimagining
downtown storefronts, alleys, parking lots or blank walls in new and inventive ways. The artworks will invite play and participation,
engaging area locals in an event that outwardly reflects the creative community and culture that thrives here.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
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This project promotes two of the
PAC 2023 priorities: Building
Community Priority and Public Art
Education Priority.
This event requires extensive
planning and execution beforehand.
Actual event: October 12-14, 2023, 5 -
10 p.m.
Municipal Percent for Art, Public Art
Fund, collaboration with multiple city
departments and community
stakeholders.
Community and stakeholder
feedback
N/A
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PROJECT/GOAL 2: The 2023 King Artist Residency: Artist Kirti Bassendine
Artist Kirti Bassendine has begun her role as the next Artist-in-Residence with the City of Palo Alto Public Art Program
in February 2023. The Artist’s Residency project focuses on diverse underserved communities residing and/or working
in Palo Alto and experiencing socio-economic or housing instability. The project goal is to spark conversations about
inclusion, equity, and a sense of belonging, and will result in a final temporary artwork displayed on King Plaza.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Racial Justice Priority: Develop
public art projects that will continue
to advance cultural inclusion and
social and racial equity. Stimulating
important conversation in the
community about equity and
belonging in Palo Alto. Ongoing
collaboration with HRC. Racial
justice, community building and
public art education priorities.
Funds are available through percent
for art Municipal funds. Staff resources
and time will be used for artist call and
the selection processes. Staff will work
with the artist during the design
development and implementation.
Artist will use a studio at the
Cubberley Campus.
The Public Art Commission is
committed to a platform for ongoing
conversations about equity,
inclusion, and belonging in Palo Alto
through the arts. As a result, the
King Artist Residency Program was
established. Community
participation will be measured.
Council referral to the Public
Art Commission
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High priority for racial justice, building community and public art education.Yes
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PROJECT/GOAL 3:
California Avenue Murals Festival 2023
PAC approved the initiation of a murals festival to increase new mural opportunities in Palo Alto. Staff launched a call
for muralists to create a roster of qualified artists. This Muralists Roster will be used for the festival as well as made
publicly available. Staff secured 2 wall sites on California Ave for this festival. Artists Olivia Losee-Unger, Paz de la
Calzada, and Nicole Ponsler have been selected to paint vibrant temporary murals in the California Avenue District in
June 2023.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
This project promotes two of the
PAC 2023 priorities: Building
Community Priority and Public Art
Education Priority.
Project commenced in November
2022 when Staff launched call for
artists. New murals scheduled for
summer 2023.
Funds are available through percent
for art Municipal funds. Staff resources
and time will be used for artist calls
and the selection processes. Staff will
work with the artists during the design
development and implementation.
Community and stakeholder
feedback
N/A
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Implementing the California Avenue District Master Plan.Enhancing the “closed street,” art that invites Palo Altans and visitors to gather on Cal Ave. The artists that create the murals often use Cal Ave history as inspiration.
Building community in the Cal District neighborhood, way finding, enliveningthe space Yes
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PROJECT/GOAL 4 :
Integrate Public Art in capital improvement projects (CIP) citywide, such as:
●Fire Station 4: PAC approved the project budget in September 2022. The selection panel recommended
Stephen Galloway for the commission. The PAC approved Galloway as the project artist March 16, 2023.
●Public Safety Building: Artist Peter Wegner has completed fabrication and has the artworks in storage to be
installed when the building is ready.
●Boulware Park Public Art Project: The PAC has approved the Los Angeles-based award-winning art and
design studio UrbanRock Design for the Boulware Park Public Art Project. The artist team has visited Palo Alto
and conducted meetings with the community to inform their design development.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Enhancing new buildings, and public
parks with art. Collaborating with the
public on the location, interactivity of
the projects and inspiration for the
art.
Ongoing Municipal Percent for Art,
collaboration with Public Works,
architects, and key stakeholders.
Community and stakeholder
feedback
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Building Community - the artists have engaged the public for their input on Boulware Park. Social Justice Priority and Public Art Education Priority. N/A
PROJECT/GOAL 5:
Ongoing Maintenance and Care of the Collection. With a collection of more than 300 artworks, preventative
maintenance and restoration of these valuable City assets are an essential part of a public art program, including the
comprehensive restoration of the historically significant Arnautoff frescoes at the Roth Building will begin this year.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
This project promotes two of the
PAC 2023 priorities: Building
Community Priority and Public Art
Education Priority. Ensuring that
these valuable assets are
maintained properly and reflect well
on the City.
Ongoing The annual maintenance allocation of
$30,000 is spent down each year.
Staff oversees the contractors and
work being performed
Additional funding was committed by
the County for the restoration of the
Arnautoff frescoes. A conservator has
been hired for this project.
A collection of artworks that reflect
well on Palo Alto and have not
fallen into such disrepair that more
costly repairs are necessary or the
artwork cannot be saved.
Having
artworks fall
into disrepair
may leave the
City open to
legal action by
the artists
under the
Visual Artists
Rights Act.
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King Artist Residency Program
Artist Rayos Magos was approved by the PAC is the first artist-in-residence with the City of Palo Alto Public Art Program. His
residency, Rituals of Resilience, included a six-month community engagement process sparking conversations about culture, identity,
belonging, and resilience, with a special focus on amplifying voices of Latinx and BIPOC community members and mental health service
providers.
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Magos Rayos'
documentation of personal
stories and learned
experiences has resulted in
a final temporary sculptural
artwork called Te Veo, Te
Escucho, Te Honro (I see
you, I hear you, I honor you)
and will temporarily remain
on view on King Plaza for
approximately nine months
through October 2023.
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Public Art in Municipal Development
Passage, 2022 by artist Susan Zoccola, a series of sculptures installed along Charleston-Arastradero corridor in Palo Alto, is inspired by diatoms, a single-celled
algae forming a silica-based cell wall, also resembling a bike wheel.
Informed by the intent of the project – a heavily trafficked corridor in which the streetscape project is intended to enhance bike and pedestrian safety, Zoccola
created colorful wheel-based compositions marking entrances and key places along the corridor that would be dynamic for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists alike.
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Mapping Palo Alto Together by Palo Alto-based artist Perry Meigs
Public Workshops: July - August 2022 Mural on Display: October 22 - November 19, 2022
Mapping Palo Alto Together by artist Perry Meigs included a series of free public workshops for youth and adults. Participants used vellum paper
over a neighborhood map to draw their most common everyday routes of travel during the pandemic and post-pandemic. Each participant's
drawing was scanned and overlapped onto one map that reflected the community as a whole. This drawing process offered participants the chance
to visualize how their daily patterns changed during the pandemic. The workshops concluded in two outdoor murals showcasing the participants'
work on display at the Rinconada Library.
2022 Microgrant Projects - The program funded ten Microgrant projects and encouraged play, belonging, community participation, and shared
experiences taking advantage of unique locations across Palo Alto. Through funding temporary art projects and experiences in our commercial
corridors and our residential neighborhoods, ArtLift Microgrants fostered safe and creative ways to remain engaged in the arts, reconnect with
each other, and come together as a resilient community. ArtLift was presented in support of the city-wide Uplift Local efforts with the purpose of
connecting the community.
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The Factronauts
Artists: Peter Foucault, Bryan Hewitt,
Vita Hewitt, Chris Treggiari
Four Pop-up performances September
- November 2022
The Factronauts are intrepid explorers
sent by their parent agency, Nor-Cal
Artists Seeking America (NASA) into
the unknown and unfamiliar world of
the contemporary United States. Their
mission is to collect, analyze and
interpret the facts they encounter
while maintaining their good humor
and belief in the effectiveness of their
process. A nation they no longer
recognize as a familiar and safe
landscape becomes other-worldly, a
surreal and at times a hostile place.
The Microgrant project included four
pop-up performances across Palo Alto
including in Lytton Plaza, University
Avenue, Cubberley Community Center,
and California Avenue.
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Pets of Palo Alto – A Family Portrait Project
On Display: October 2022 outside Mitchell Park Community Center
Arts professional Harriet Stern in collaboration with photographer Federica Armstrong held a series of community photo sessions across various outdoor
locations in Palo Alto to photograph families with their pets. This Microgrant project concluded with an exhibition of the photographs at the Mitchell Park
Community Center Basketball Court displayed during October 2022.
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Universal Woman, by Nathan Oliveira, 2008
Before and after conservation treatment, March 2023
The City collection of public art is comprised of
approximately 100 permanently sited works and
over 200 portable works of art in a diverse range
of media.
The City of Palo Alto Public Art Program is
committed to ongoing maintenance and
restoration projects for the City’s fast-growing
permanent art collection. Supported through an
annual allocation of fund designated for the
collection care and maintenance, permanent and
temporary artworks are regularly cleaned and
receive preventative treatments to protect them
from the elements. Occasionally, artworks
receive more extensive conservation and repair
treatments.
Here, a six-foot tall bronze sculpture by acclaimed
artist Nathan Oliveira and permanently installed
at the Palo Alto Art Center sculpture garden is
shown before and after its cyclical conservation
treatment it received in March 2023.
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California Avenue District Temporary Murals
A series of four site-specific murals by California-based artists, commissioned for the construction safety barriers at 250 Sherman Ave, got installed in
August 2022. Artists Alice Lee, Deborah Aschheim, Eva Struble, and Judy Lew Loose draw their inspiration from the unique character of Palo Alto’s
California Avenue District, its diverse community, rich history, and iconic landmarks that make this neighborhood distinct. The murals, that together equal
to over 900 linear feet of art, will remain on display through September 2023.
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Artist Deborah Aschheim spent two days on California Ave and met with local community members, including many people who live, work in the
California District, or come visit its local restaurants, cafes, and shop. The artist created original artworks depicting over 60 people from the community.
Digitized images printed on vinyl remain on display along Jacaranda Lane through September 2023, while all the participants received copied of their
portraits signed by the artist.
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4/6/2023
Prior Year Accomplishments The Stormwater Oversight Committee reviews the budget and status of capital projects and that they are in line with the ballot initiative.
About the Commission
The Stormwater Oversight Committee's workplan is included for FY 23; the current Chair is Hal Mickelson and the Vice Chair is Dena Mossar; the
committee members include David Bower, Marilyn Keller, Catherine Perman, Ron Owes, and Bob Wenzlau. The terms for David Bower, Marilyn
Keller, Catherine Perman and Ron Owes end on May 31, 2023. The Commission was established by Resolution 8573 and amended by Resolution
9677 and is composed of 7 members, who serve terms of 4 years. Each Committee member shall be a resident, employee, or property owner within
the City of Palo Alto. For more information about The Stormwater Oversight Committee please visit our webpage, go to
https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City-Hall/Boards-Commissions/Storm-Water-Management-Oversight-Committee.
Stormwater Management Oversight Committee
2023-2024 Workplan Overview
Staff Liaison: Karin North, Assistant Director
Lead Department: Public Works
Mission Statement The Stormwater Oversight Committee reviews the projects, programs and expenditures that are funded by the Stormater Management Fees including
proposed stormwater management capital improvement and confirms their conformity to the 2017 ballot measure.
Current Commissioners
Please list the names of the members that were appointed at the time this workplan was created:
• Hal Mickelson (Chair)
• Dena Mossar (Vice Chair)
• David Bower, Marilyn Keller, Catherine Perman, Ron Owes, and Bob Wenzlau
Date approved by Stormwater Oversight Committee
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TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL
LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED
Workplan over the next 2 years Need contractor support to install the
upgraded pipeline and pump stations
Reduction in the amount of ponding and
flooding in the future; confirm that
expenditures are in conformity
provisions of ballot meausure.
YES
COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
No
Stormwater Oversight Committee
PROJECT/GOAL 1 :
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS
Track and monitor 2017 Ballot Measure, which covers 13 Capital Projects. This workplan focuses on 3 projects and 1 completed project.
Staff Liaison: Karin North, Assistant Director
Lead Department: Public Works
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
The Stormwater Oversight Committee reviews the projects, programs and expenditures that are funded by the Stormater Management Fees including
proposed stormwater management capital improvement and confirms their conformity to the 2017 ballot measure. The Stormwater Oversight
Committee's goals and purposes are to provide fiscal oversight for the projects funded by the 2017 ballot measure.
HIGH PRIORITY
2024-2025 Workplan
Reduce ponding and flooding
High priority to complete the upgrades listed in the Stormwater Fee which will reduce the
amount of flooding and ponding of stormwater; track and monitor contruction progress
on corporation way system upgrades and pump station (SD-21000)
LOWER PRIORITY
Track and monitor construction progress on W Bayshore Road Pump Station (SD-
20000). Track and monitor construction
progress on W Bayshore Road Trunk Line Improvements (SD- 23000).
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TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL
LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED
New 5 year Municipal Regional Stormater
Permit effective July 1, 2022.
Utilize staff and consultant support to meet
requirements listed in the stormwater
permit.
City is in compliance with stormwater
permit; reduction of trash and an
increase installation of GSI features
throughout the City
Yes
COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
N/A
TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL
LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED
Ongoing Leverage money allocated for GSI through
the Stormwater Management Fund
Increased acreage of watershed treated
through GSI Yes
COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
PROJECT/GOAL 2:
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS
Environmental protection and sustainability including regulatory and compliance goals.
Track and monitor implementation of Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Plan.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS
PROJECT/GOAL 3:
Regulatory compliance in the alignment with
the City's policy on sustainablity
High priority for the City to stay in compliance with State mandates on stormwater
compliance; which benefits the environment
Improved water quality and environmental
enhancement
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY
Leverage the work to improve water quality entering the Bay.
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TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL
LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED
FY23-FY24
Project lead by Utilities Staff; resources
shared throughout the City; the Stormwater
Management Fund will contribute
resources for this project
Receive Updates N/A
COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Yes
PROJECT/GOAL 4:Review One Water Plan
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS
One water plan will analyze using the right
water for the correct purpose and how to
leverage existing water supplies
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY
The City should analyze all water resources within the City.Implementation of the One Water Plan will be the next step in the process.
1.Review GSI feature at Hopkins near Rinconada Park 2. Review EPA grant -funded
Greening Parking Lots Project with staff.
1) Review and comment on tool to measure impervious surface throughout City.
2) Review and comment on GSI specifications for the GSI Maintenance and
Monitoring Manual.
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Utilities Advisory Commission
2023-2024 Workplan
Staff Liaison: Dean Batchelor, Director of Utilities
Lead Department: Utilities
About the Commission
The Utilities Advisory Commission (UAC) is charged with providing advice and making recommendations on planning and
policy matters, acquisition, development, rate-setting, operating budgets and related reserves, Capital Improvement Projects
and financial review of electric, gas and water resources; joint action projects with other public or private entities which
impact electric, gas or water resources; environmental implications of proposed electric, gas or water utility projects; and
conservation and demand management. Additionally, the UAC is charged with providing advice on the acquisition,
development and financial review of the dark fiber network and wastewater collection utilities. As a highly regulated industry,
there may be matters not listed below that will be presented to the UAC in accordance with current or future (local, state or
federal) legislative requirements.
The Commission is composed of 7 members.
Terms are for 3 years and commence on the first meeting in April.
See Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Sections 2.23.010 (Membership), 2.23.030 (Term of Office), 2.23.040
(Officers), 2.23.050 (Purpose and Duties), and 2.23.060 (Meetings).
Current Commissioners
•Lauren Segal (Chair) – may change once the Commission is full
•Greg Scharff (Vice Chair) – set to select at the next fully seated Commission meeting
•Lisa Forssell
•Phil Metz
•Rachel Croft
•Meagan Mauter
•Bob Phillips
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Utilities Advisory Commission shall be to advise the City Council on present and prospective
long-range planning, policy, major program, and project matters relating to the electric, gas, water, wastewater
collection, fiber optics utilities, and recycled water matters, and environmental implications of electric, gas or water utility
projects, and conservation and demand management.
The Utilities Advisory Commission shall have the following duties:
•Advise the City Council on long-range planning and policy matters pertaining to:
Joint action projects with other public or private entities which involve, affect or impact the utilities;
Environmental aspects and attributes of the utilities;
Water and energy conservation, energy efficiency, and demand side management; and
Recycled water matters not otherwise addressed in the preceding subparagraphs;
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•Review and make recommendations to the City Council on the consistency with adopted and approved plans,
policies, and programs of any major utility;
•Formulate and review legislative proposals regarding the utilities, to which the city is a party, in which the city
has an interest, or by which the city may be affected;
•Review the utilities’ capital improvement programs, operating budgets and related reserves and rates, and the
recycled water program, budget, rate, and thereafter forward any comments and recommendations to the
finance committee or its successor or to City Council;
•Provide advice upon such other matters as the City Council may from time-to-time assign.
The Utilities Advisory Commission shall not have the power or authority to cause the expenditure of city funds or to
bind the city to any written, oral or implied contract.
Metrics of Community Involvement and Participation
Between January 2022 and December 2022, the UAC held Twelve (12) hybrid meetings via In-Person/Zoom.
The average community attendance was 2 (in-person) and 3 (zoom).
Prior Year
Accomplishments
Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Pilot:
400 customers have been signed up to participate
5 customers have had completed installs
Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) Beta and Electrification
353 gas customers have completed installs
359 water customers have completed installs
440 electric customers have completed installs
Outage Management System (OMS)
RFP issued on 3/2/2022
Contract approved by City Council on 9/27/2022
Anticipate install/integration complete by the end of Q2 FY24
CA Renewable Energy Credits (REC's)
Yielded $1.75 million in net revenue in calendar year 2022
Approved by Council on 12/12/2022 to continue the program and return to the UAC and Council in 2025
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
Completed engineering design of the FTTP network which includes construction cost estimates and the number of
customers by route
Defined financial models of the new ISP business in order to make it sustainable
Contract amendment 4 with Magellan is to assist with construction management; vendor selections, IT network support,
and an engineering make-ready analysis
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STANDING TOPIC 1:
Annual Budget - Rate changes to Water, Gas, Electric, Wastewater collection, and Fiber services.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
The community will have an
understanding of the rates and
why they are set at the levels
they are being charged.
compliance of laws and
regulation with equitable rate.
Rates are reviewed annually and
each rate change is determined
by the COSA reports. UAC review
is in February, FCM review is in
April and CCM approval is in June
Staff time, Legal team review time,
Consultant time to create the
COSA reports, UAC budget
subcommitttee.
Council approval of rate
changes, Utilities budget., and
cpau financial solvency.
Maintain rate ranges consistent
with historical differences to
other public agencies.
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Rates are always a high priority. The change has an impact on the
community and economy.
N/A N/A
STANDING TOPIC 2:
Water Supply: Water infrastructure and potential future sources of water supply. This includes recycled water, demand management
programs, grey water, treatment efforts, and use of effluent.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
The benefit to the community is
to have ample water sources and
supply for basic uses and when
needed in the event of a drought
or other water reduction events
or population shifts
This is not a single effort or
project; however, a year-round
and multi-year effort
Staff time, Legal team review time,
Consultant time for development
of the One Water Plan which is a
holistic 20-year water portfolio
Council approval of the One
Water Plan which includes
adaptable, dynamic, water
supply portfolios. Safe and
hygienic water supply under
normal circumstances and
sufficient resources in an
emergency situation.
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Understanding the sources of the City's water supply and how we
maintain that supply is a maintained priority.
N/A N/A
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STANDING TOPIC 3:
Electric Supply: Consider updates to the electric supply portfolio, environmental impacts of the electric supply portfolio, electric
infrastructure, electrification, and issues relating thereto.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Reliability for customers, health
benefits, and clean energy
responsible for the vast carbon
reduction the City has achieved
over the past decade
This is an ongoing regularly
monitored effort and does not
have a start or completion time
Approved budget, staff time, legal
review time, consultants as
needed, and technology
Release of RFP for more
renewable energy supply
options in the Integrated
Resource Plan (IRP). Have the
IRP near completion to present
to the UAC for review and
approval. Maintaining the zero
emissions portion of the portfolio
and carbon neutral plan.
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
The health and well being of the community is a high priority for Council
and Utilities
N/A N/A
STANDING TOPIC 4:
Gas Supply: Consider aspects of the gas infrastructure and supply portfolio; environmental impacts of the gas portfolio such as
the carbon offset program.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Gas is a type of energy used to
provide some residence and
businesses in Palo Alto with heat
for their facilities and some
cooking appliances.
This is not a single effort or
project; however, a year-round
effort
Staff time, Legal team review time,
Consultant time when necessary
Utilities on average are 10%
below local comparison rates
year round
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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The health and well being of the community is a high priority for Council
and Utilities
N/A N/A
STANDING TOPIC 5:
Utilities Capital Improvement Programs (CIP): Discuss and advise on CIP projects.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
There are multiple CIP's
throughout the Utilities, each with
their own benefits to the City and
the community from rebuilding
the water reservoirs, repairing
and replacing sewer lines or
water mains, maintaining street
lights, building out the fiber
backbone, upgrading and
replacing the electric and gas
systems, upgrading the meter
system, and installing a new
outage management system(*)
Utilities has multiple projects in
their Council approved CIP
budget. Most of these projects are
multiyear.
•Anticipate install/integration
complete by the end of Q2
FY23
Staff time, Legal review time,
Procurement time for setting up
contracts, contractors for work
completion
•IT time
•Staff time
Utilities CIP success is
completion of the project within
the timeline and budget that was
approved by Council.
•To increase outward
communication to
community
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Maintaining quality of life for the community creates the priority for
Utilities projects
N/A N/A
STANDING TOPIC 6:
Reliability and Resiliency: Ongoing evaluations and discussions regarding the reliability and resiliency of the utilities.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
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This matter encompasses a
number of situations including
but not limited to the S/CAP
program and power outages.
The benefit of any of the
reliability or resiliency projects is
to support the City and
community now and into the
future with reliable, resilient and
safe connections and
provisioning of water, electricity,
fiber and natural gas
These programs and projects are
year-round and do not have a
beginning or an end. For example,
the S/CAP is projected to
accomplish its goal by 2030
Budget approval, staff time,
additional staff, and some use of
consultants
Maintaining a high level of
efficient, safe, and reliable
services with an emphasis on
moving forward with a pilot
program of converting homes to
electric.
YES
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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This is a Council priority and therefore a High priority for the Utilities
Advisory Commission
N/A N/A
STANDING TOPIC 7:
Legislative Initiatives: The Utility tracks many local, state and federal bills that touch on utilities. Should any new laws, regulations,
ordinances, or funding opportunities be proposed or passed during the year, the UAC may need to discuss the implications.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Staff tracks the possible changes
in laws and regulations and
presents the proposed changes
to the UAC for review and
consideration to the Council.
Legislature meets throughout the
year and possible changes can
occur at any point that affect
utilities
Staff time, travel, and legal review
time
Measurable by the bills being in
favor of the CPAU and CPAU
not getting caught off-guard by
an initiative
State
Mandated
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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N/A The level of priority is based on the legislation being proposed and
how it affects the regulated utilities
N/A
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STANDING TOPIC 8:
Council Driven Initiatives: The UAC will address any matter assigned to it by the City Council.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
The UAC is made up of a diverse
group with insight of the
innerworkings of and vast
knowledge in the utilities arena.
Timeline will be addressed once
assigned
UAC, Staff and legal review time Council approval of completed
task
YES
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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Typically, when Council requests a review of an item it is considered a
priority
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 1:
S/CAP Support: Discuss community engagement, technology (current & emerging), financing/funding, and community scaling of
S/CAP plans to meet the City’s
goals for sustainability and climate action. This includes electrification efforts, energy efficiency, demand management, and grid
modernization, possible code modifications, potential full or partial retirement of the gas distribution system, and electrification of
gas appliances. It also includes permitting and inspection processes for customers wishing to upgrade panels, electrify
appliances, or install solar PV, energy storage, and/or EV charging systems, and future technology for sustainability, resilience,
and reliability
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
UAC expertise will help the
Council S/CAP Committee make
progress on achieving S/CAP
goals with benefits to reducing
the impacts of climate change.
Ongoing support to the S/CAP
Committee
Staff time The development of clear plans
for building electrification,
including concrete
improvements to the utility or
permitting processes resulting
from UAC actions.
Enhance reliability of cpau grid
transmission that supplies for
future local renewables,
progress toward achieving the
goals
YES
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Support S/CAP Committee goals to develop plans and improve
processes for building electrification
Discussions of other forms of emissions reduction beyond building
electrification
YES
FY2024 Topic 2:
Advanced Metering Infrastructure Project: Launch and deployment of the utility’s AMI project.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Empower customers to more
efficiently utilize utility supplies,
facilitate customer adoption of
distributed energy resources
(DER) such as solar
photovoltaics, energy storage,
and electric vehicles, and enable
the timely detection of water
leaks
The initial small-scale testing of
meters will take place over 12
months between CYQ3- 2022 to
CYQ2-2024. The full rollout is
scheduled to commence during
CYQ3-2023 and expected to be
completed by CYQ4-2024,
according to the current timeline
Staff, Legal, and Contractor time
and budget,
Implementing the fully deployed
AMI system
YES
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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Having a fully implemented system provides time of use rates, identifies
gas and water leaks, restores outages quicker and more efficiently,
enables energy efficiency for residents
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 3:
Electric Integrated Resource Plan
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Long term supply planning A report is required every 5 yrs.,
the most recent due date is
December 31, 2023
Staff and legal review time and
budget
State approved report YES
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N/A Mandated by the state energy commission N/A
FY2024 Topic 4:
One Water Plan
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Community will have a 20 – year
adaptable roadmap for
implementation of prioritized
water supply and conservation
portfolio alternatives that can be
used as a water supply plan.
For Council approval in Fall 2023 Staff time, budget for consultant
time, Legal team review time
Council approval of the One
Water Plan which includes an
adaptable, dynamic water
supply portfolio.
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
The One Water Plan will serve as a long-term guide to prepare the
City’s water supply for future uncertainties like changes in population,
multi-year drought, and climate change.
N/A N/A
FY2024 TOPIC 5:
Undergrounding: Discuss the progress and potential acceleration of undergrounding electric infrastructure.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Reduces the impact to visual
nuisances, increased reliability,
especially during severe
weather, safer for staff and the
public
Districts are designated for
undergrounding and have been
selected based on the age of the
system in place
Staff time, contractor time, and
budget, outreach to the community
Removal of overhead lines in
the designated districts
YES
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Because of the impact on safety, reliability, and the continuity between
utilities as with grid modernization
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 6:
Security: Discuss issues related to the physical and cybersecurity of utility operations.
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Protect and secure Utility data at
risk and in transit. Utilities
created a SCADA cybersecurity
team to set a policy to prevent
outside attempts to infiltrate our
systems.
Ongoing IT staff, Utility staff, budget Zero data loss, zero
infrastructure damage
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Due to the sensitive nature of the Utilities, cybersecurity protects against
theft, destruction, economic impacts, public health risks, financial loss
(ransomware), and data (community, commercial and residential)
information available in our systems, protecting it from attacks is critical
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 7:
Water Quality: Discuss community concerns with water quality of suspended solvents, additional testing
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
CPAU regularly collects and
tests water samples from
reservoirs and designated
sample points throughout the
city.
Ongoing Staff time CPAU customers will have
access to high quality water
flowing from the faucet - the
pristine snowmelt from Hetch
Hetchy
State Water Resource
Control Board
regulated
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N/A Palo Alto maintains high quality control with frequent testing of its
water to maintain a higher than state standard
N/A
FY2024 Topic 8:
Tesla Project - $10M Upgrade to Hanover Substation
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Upgraded substation increases
capacity to facilitate
electrification process.
Start October 2023, completion
anticipated end of 2nd quarter
2024
CPAU design review (1 FTE),
construction resource manager
(FTE), engineering support and
inspection (1FTE each)
2 Fully upgraded 50 mva
transformers
N/A
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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Electrification and an increase of load by 30-50 mva.N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 9:
Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project 31
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Replacement of aging
infrastructure to prevent sewer
back ups, sink holes, and lessen
the need to take up newly paved
streets
Construction start July 2023,
anticipated duration is 9 months
Utility staff, budget Changed out 11,000 linear feet
of sewer main
YES
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Due to the timing of collaboration with Caltrans repaving work on El
Camino Real
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 10:
Heat Pump Water Heater customer installation program
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Reduces the use of natural gas
thereby reducing carbon
emissions and improving indoor
air quality
December 31, 2023 Staff, Consultant, and Contractor
time, budget, and S/CAP
Committee time
1,000 HPWH’s installed by the
end of 2023
YES
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
This is the 1st program for the community to start on the achievement to
electrification by eliminating most gas appliances in CPA which is
needed to reach the S/CAP 80/30 goals
N/A S/CAP policy
FY2024 Topic 11:
Electric Rate Design Review including the hydro adjuster
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Evaluate cost of service and set
rates accordingly and in
alignment with policy objectives
wherever possible.
Anticipated completion December
31, 2023
Staff time, budget, legal review.
And possible additional resources
completion of study and
adoption of any rate changes.
N/A
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Because rate design can impact customer investment choices related to
electrification
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 12:
Evaluate the Gas Supply Hedging for the Winter months
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Lowers the risk to the city by
decreasing the volatility of
extreme high market pricing that
would be passed on to the
customer
UAC approval in August
Council approval in September
Completion by October
Staff and Consultant time, and
budget
Execution of hedges for the
appropriate winter months, if it
makes sense
Council approval
needed
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
POLICY UPDATE
Due to the need to have this implemented in order to execute the
transactions in October for the winter months
N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 13:
Gas Rate Design Review
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
Gas rates that are cost-based,
constitutionally compliant and
with an eye toward
competitiveness with gas rates in
neighboring communities.
Council approval in September
2023
Staff time, budget for consultant
time, legal review time.
Gas rates that are competitive
with neighboring communities
across customer classes.
N/A
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Rate impacts on Palo Alto residents and businesses.N/A N/A
FY2024 Topic 14:
Fiber to the Premises (FTTP)
BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW /
COUNCIL-APPROVED
FTTP brings City-owned high
speed broadband internet,
reliable connection, and
competitive pricing in Palo Alto.
Public investment in broadband
infrastructure will create
competition, improve services,
and keep internet rates
affordable.
Phase one construction will make
Palo Alto Fiber accessible to
approximately 25%-30% of
residents and businesses.
Construction and provision of
services will take about 18 months
to begin offering Palo Alto Fiber
service (Dec 2024). Total
construction will take between 18
– 36 months depending on
construction coordination with
other capital projects such as
electric grid modernization.
Staff and Consultant time, and
budget
Attaining a take rate or the
percentage of Palo Alto Fiber
subscribers of 27%-30% to
break even for FTTP.
Council
Approved
HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED
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N/A N/A
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