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CITY COUNCIL
Monday, June 09, 2025
Council Chambers & Hybrid
5:30 PM
Agenda Item
1.Proclamation Honoring James Moss for his Years of Service to the City of Palo Alto
City Council
Staff Report
From: City Manager
Report Type: SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Lead Department: Community Services
Meeting Date: June 9, 2025
Report #:2504-4467
TITLE
Proclamation Honoring James Moss for his 42 Years of Service to the City of Palo Alto
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Proclamation Honoring James Moss for his Years of Service to the City of Palo
Alto
APPROVED BY:
Kristen O'Kane, Community Services Director
HONORING JAMES MOSS FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF PALO ALTO
WHEREAS, James Moss began his career with the City of Palo Alto in 1982, serving for eight years as a Recreation Leader in the
Recreation Department, where he organized special events and managed team sports; and
WHEREAS, in 1990, he transitioned to the Community Services Department, Parks Division, beginning as a Parks Maintenance
Assistant, where he demonstrated a strong work ethic and a commitment to the community; and
WHEREAS, James was promoted multiple times throughout his career: to Parks Maintenance Person in 1992, Sprinkler Repair Person
in 1998, Parks Crew Lead in 2000, and Field Service Inspector in 2004; and
WHEREAS, James went above and beyond his required duties by seeking and obtaining his Certified Playground Safety Inspector
(CPSI) license in 2003, a certification he has maintained by testing every three years, setting a standard that has since become a requirement
for the position; and
WHEREAS, his efforts significantly improved the quality of the city’s playing fields, where he collaborated with local sports leagues to
ensure fields were game-ready, making a lasting impact on youth sports in the community; and
WHEREAS, he has dedicated an extraordinary 42 years of service to improving the city’s parks, fields, and recreational facilities,
contributing his expertise and leadership in various roles, from recreation leader to park maintenance and inspection; and
WHEREAS, he has served as a mentor to his colleagues, encouraging and guiding crew members to advance their careers with the City,
leaving a legacy of knowledge and encouragement; and
WHEREAS, James is deeply proud of the opportunity to give back to the community, reflecting his lifelong dedication to making Palo
Alto a better place for future generations.
NOW, THEREFORE I, Ed Lauing, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby extend our deepest
appreciation to James Moss for his 42 years of exceptional service, his unwavering commitment to improving our community, and the
indelible impact he has made on the City of Palo Alto.
Presented: June 9, 2025
APPROVED:
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Mayor Ed Lauing
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Vice Mayor Vicki Veenker Councilmember Pat Burt
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Councilmember George Lu Councilmember Julie Lythcott-Haims
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Councilmember Keith Reckdahl Councilmember Greer Stone
ATTEST:
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City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Manager City Attorney
Proclamation