HomeMy WebLinkAboutStaff Report 2411-3804CITY OF PALO ALTO
CITY COUNCIL
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Council Chambers & Hybrid
5:30 PM
Agenda Item
A.Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects; CEQA Status
– Not a Project
City Council
Staff Report
From: City Manager
Report Type: INFORMATION REPORTS
Lead Department: Public Works
Meeting Date: June 17, 2025
Report #:2411-3804
TITLE
Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects; CEQA Status – Not
a Project
RECOMMENDATION
This report is provided for information only and requires no Council action.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The City Council and Palo Alto community can be proud of the City’s capital improvement
program (CIP). The CIP represents major investments in infrastructure functionality and
sustainability, funded largely through the transfer of funding from the General Fund, including
dedicated Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) funding, as well as utility rates and various other
sources. The 2025-2029 five-year CIP totaled $1.7 billion for 206 projects as reviewed by the
Council in its adoption of the FY 2025 Capital Budget. Since July 2016, the City of Palo Alto has
completed 110 individual community-serving projects totaling over $434 million in
improvements. A summary of all completed CIP projects is provided at the end of Attachment
A. The CIP also represents a major effort for much of the City workforce. The following table
summarizes the status of all projects for the six-month period of July to December 2024.
One Time ProjectsCIP Workgroup Recurring
Projects Pre-Design Design Procurement Construction Completed
Airport 0 0 4 1 0 1
Buildings and Facilities 12 5 13 0 9 2
Electric 9 2 3 0 6 1
Fiber Optic 2 0 2 0 0 0
Gas 4 0 2 0 1 0
Parks and Open Space 9 2 7 0 7 1
Stormwater Management 2 0 4 0 0 3
Streets and Sidewalks 8 0 3 0 0 0
Traffic and Transportation 5 1 8 1 2 0
Wastewater Collection 4 0 0 0 1 0
Wastewater Treatment 2 2 3 0 2 0
Water 7 1 1 0 1 1
Subtotals 64 13 50 2 29 9
Totals 167
BACKGROUND
This report provides Council with an update on the status of capital improvement program (CIP)
projects, with detailed and useful information for the Council and public regarding general fund
and enterprise fund projects that appear on Council agendas and will be visible throughout the
community. The report does not include Internal Service Funds projects (Information
Technology and Vehicle).
ANALYSIS
Project Update Organization
The City of Palo Alto has a robust capital improvement program, and many individual projects
are in progress at any given time. The 2025-2029 five-year CIP totaled $1.7 billion for 206
projects as reviewed by the Council in the adoption of the FY 2025 Capital Budget. The attached
CIP project tables are intended to provide a quick overview of each project, including budgetary
information, the anticipated completion date, a brief description of the project scope, the
status of the project, and upcoming activities including Council actions. Also included in the
report is a list of all completed projects since the introduction of the Infrastructure
Management System.
Major/Significant Projects Summary
The 2014 Council Infrastructure Plan is a major focus of staff’s capital improvement program
efforts and ties to several 2024 City Council Priorities and related objectives. The following table
details the Total Project Budget and Total Actual Expenses through January 25, 2025, for the
Infrastructure Plan projects.
Council
Infrastructure
Plan Projects
CIP
Number Project Update Total Project
Budget
Total Actual
Expenses*Completion
Date
Fire Station 3
Replacement
PE-15003 Completed $10,600,734 $10,600,734 Summer
2019
New California
Avenue Area
Parking Garage
PE-18000 Completed (final punch list items
in progress)
$50,207,727 $49,454,479 Summer
2020
Highway 101
Pedestrian/Bicycle
Overpass Project
PE-11011 Completed $23,734,218 $23,734,218 Fall 2020
Charleston
Arastradero
Corridor Project
PE-13011 Completed $20,684,799 $20,684,799 Summer
2024
Downtown
Automated
Parking Guidance
Systems
PL-15002 Council approved a design-build
contract in May 2023.
Construction is underway and
expected to be completed in
spring 2025.
$5,197,827 $2,790,599 Spring 2025
New Public Safety
Building
PE-15001 Phased staff move-in is expected
in summer 2025, following May
2025 issuance of a Temporary
Certificate of Occupancy.
$123,500,000 $119,375,833 Spring 2025
Fire Station 4
Replacement
PE-18004 Project is going through building
permit review. Staff completed a
pre-qualification process, with
construction bidding anticipated
in early 2025.
$18,225,946 2,117,901 Spring 2027
Byxbee Park
Completion
PE-18006 On hold pending completion of
the Baylands Comprehensive
Conservation Plan.
$3,699,189 $368,192 Spring 2028
Bicycle and
Pedestrian
Transportation
Implementation
Plan
PL-04010 This project funds the Bicycle and
Pedestrian Transportation Plan
Update, which has kicked off
recently and is slated to take
approximately 18 months to
complete. This project also funds
the implementation of various
bicycle and pedestrian projects.
$14,400,000 $9,912,240 On-Going
New Downtown
Parking Garage
PE-15007 Council directed staff to look at
the feasibility of partnering with a
private entity to develop new
parking using downtown in-lieu
parking fees in conjunction with
housing or other uses, including
the use of City surface lots or
privately held parcels. Council
gave direction to staff in
December 2023 to advance the
project in conjunction with
advancement of affordable
housing in the Downtown area. A
design contract for the garage was
approved on Council’s December
2, 2024 consent agenda.
$17,300,000 $1,469,301 TBD
*Total actual expenses through January 25, 2025
The last phase of the Public Safety Building project is expected to be completed in spring 2025.
Current Infrastructure Plan project schedules can be found at
https://www.infrastructure.cityofpaloalto.org/
•Baylands Boardwalk Piling Repair (PE-24000)
Baylands Boardwalk Piling Repair (PE-24000)
One-Time Projects Under Construction
Water Fund:
Homekey Facilities (PE-24005)
FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
ATTACHMENTS
APPROVED BY:
ATTACHMENT A
Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects
Capital Improvement Fund CIP Projects
•Buildings and Facili�es Projects
Parks and Open Space Projects
Streets and Sidewalks Projects
ffic and Transporta�on Projects
Enterprise Fund CIP Projects
•Airport Projects
Fiber Op�cs Projects
Gas Projects
Stormwater Management Projects
Collec�on Projects
Wastewater Treatment Projects
Water Projects
List of Completed Project
Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Animal Shelter
(PE‐19002)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$2,921,108 $6,181,882
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Fall 2027
Project Status: A new five‐year agreement with Pets in Need (PIN) was approved by Council in March 2024.
with PIN and City staff regarding capital projects started in late 2024, with a scope of work to be finalized
PIN in early 2025. Tentative schedule shows design complete by summer 2026 and for construction to start
Baylands Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$182,854 $1,140,076
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Completed
Project Completion
Fall 2024Boardwalk
Repair
(PE‐24000)
Project Status: This project repaired damage caused by aquatic borers to The Lucy Evans Baylands Interpretive
boardwalk pilings. The project received permits from the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control
Bay Conservation and Development Commission, United States Fish and Wildlife Services, and United States
Corps of Engineers. The project was issued to bid in April 2024 and Council approved a construction contract in
2024. Project construction began in early September and was completed by October 2024. The project will remain
until later fall 2025 after a one‐year monitoring report is submitted to the permitting agencies.
California
Parking $0
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$110,102
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Fall 2025
District Parking
(PF‐25000)
Project Status: This project provides funding for parking improvements in the California Avenue parking district such
parking lot resurfacing, striping and signing; parking structure painting or staining; electrical system upgrades
to support improved lighting security, parking, fountains and/or other systems; and replacement or
of parking lot signs.
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$ 0 $ 137,628
Implementing Department Project Phase
Community Services Pre‐Design
Project Completion
Summer 2025
Buildings and Facilities Projects – Page 1 of 13
Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Children’s Project Status: This project will upgrade and repair the Children’s Theatre Facility, including backstage work and
Theater Facility storage areas, classrooms, performance stages, restrooms and public spaces. Phase 1 will focus on procuring a
consultant to conduct a facility needs assessment and provide cost estimates.
(AC‐28002)
City Facilities
and $288,961
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$333,134
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Completed
Project Completion
Fall 2024
Record Plan Project Status: The Kitchell Report in 2008 summarized the last City‐wide facility condition assessment. A new facility
assessment is warranted per the City’s APWA reaccreditation requirements. All City facilities will be
to bring current the “catch‐up” and “keep up” costs. In addition, an electrification assessment will be
to help the City reach its sustainability goals for 2030. Council awarded the contract in April 2022. All City
have been assessed for the Condition and Electrification assessments. A detailed list of buildings for
is being analyzed to determine prioritization for replacements. The data has been updated into the City’s
Management System to provide long range capital planning based on the results of the FCA. The
Records Management System, originally included in this project, is being implemented through TE‐13004
Laserfiche as the sole repository for Public Works Engineering. The project reached completion in fall 2024.
(PE‐20002)
City Hall Space Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$52,615 $700,343
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Fall 2026
(PE‐19000)Project Status: This project involves space planning to determine future workgroup space needs and programming
the City Hall office building focused on the Police Department areas that will be vacated once the new Public Safety
is complete and the City Hall Office Tower. The city completed solicitations for a qualified architectural firm
perform the space needs assessment for the two city facilities. A contract is anticipated to be awarded in February
with work to begin by spring 2025.
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$0 $2,710,140
Implementing Department Project Phase
Police Department Design
Project Completion
Summer 2029
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
City Radio Project Status: Two‐way commercial radios are used by many Departments in the City of Palo Alto. The City operates
772 radios across 9 workgroups, including Police, Fire, Office of Emergency Services (OES), Community
Park Rangers, Public Works, Utilities, Development Center, and Information Technology. This project will be
to replace the original digital radios.(PD‐25000)
Civic Center Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$656,289 $2,176,935
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Winter 2027
Upgrade & EV
(PE‐17010)
Project Status: This project has installed EV chargers in existing downtown garages and will replace the aging Civic
electrical switchgear and motor control centers. EV charger construction at the Civic Center, Bryant Street
and Webster Street garage was completed in December 2021. A contract was awarded in June 2021 for the
of the Civic Center switchgear replacement and is currently at the 90 percent design stage. Lead times on switch
are now taking 18 months, so the project completion date has been extended. The structural analysis design of
switchgear area and its permit set will be completed in April 2025. Recent plan check comments required a
to accommodate fire code updates and provided some cost savings benefit.
Civic Center Fire Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Construction
Project Completion
Winter 2026Life Safety
(PE‐18016)
$904,269 $1,117,335
Project Status: This project will assess, update, and replace the Civic Center fire alarm system and the emergency
radio communication system (ERRCS). The fire life safety system is approaching the end of its useful life.
fire alarm panel and associated equipment need an upgrade to meet current code requirements. The award of a
design‐build contract was approved by Council in June 2021. Construction in the main tower areas is nearly complete.
ground floor and the garage levels have been completed. The project completion date for the fire alarm
has been extended to winter 2025 due to ongoing testing issues. The ERRCS study will be conducted upon
completion of the planning and design for 275 Forest Avenue.
Civic Center Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Waterproofing $798,460 $1,830,089 Public Works Design Fall 2026
Study and
(PE‐15020)
Project Status: This project includes a condition assessment of the Civic Center Plaza deck structural system. In 2016,
Building Science, Inc. determined that the expansion joint on the plaza could be repaired and that replacing the
coatings on the inside of the plaza perimeter planter boxes was needed. Repair of the waterproofing joint
front of City Hall was completed in winter 2023. Further study of the water intrusion into the garage was performed
a consultant in summer 2024; a design contract for repair of the planter boxes and garage water damage is expected
summer 2025.
Cubberley Gym Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Pre‐Design
Project Completion
Spring 2026HVAC$0 $826,113
Replacement
(CB‐24000)
Project Status: The existing heating system in Cubberley Gyms A & B is original to the building, which was constructed
the mid‐1950s. The system is currently not functioning because multiple leaks have developed in the steel hot water
which is in the walls and under the floor. These leaks contributed (in addition to a domestic water main supply
to significant water damage in the walls, floors, and crawl spaces of the gyms. Asbestos and mold were
from the under‐floor crawl space. All the old heating units and piping were removed from the ceilings in
gyms. The next step is to hire a consultant to create design drawings for a new heating system. This project has
put on hold due to the City’s pending purchase of the remaining Cubberley buildings and then ultimately
a new Cubberley Community Center.
Fire Station 4
(PE‐18004)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$1,860,907 $ 15,434,655
Status: This project will replace Fire Station #4 at the corner of Middlefield Road and East Meadow Drive. The
design consultant completed design development and received Planning approval for the project in November 2023.
A construction management contract was awarded in December 2023. The project has been submitted for building
permit review, and the architect is preparing resubmittal. Pre‐qualification of bidders was completed in November
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Winter 2026
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
2024, and solicitation for construction is anticipated for spring 2025 with construction to follow in summer 2025.
of the temporary station will start in winter 2025.
Fire Training Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$459 $55,293
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Pre‐Design
Project Completion
Summer 2026
Replacement
(FD‐24000)
Project Status: This project will identify an appropriate site and construct a new fire training facility in Palo Alto. This
be the first City‐owned and City‐maintained permanent fire training facility, and it will allow training to be
within City limits and therefore reduce the downtime associated with the need for staff to travel for training
when responding to calls.
Homekey Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$2,218,979 $4,944,710
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Construction
Project Completion
Spring 2025
(PE‐24005)Project Status: This project involves relocating the City of Palo Alto (City) GreenWaste facility from its current site on
portion of 1237 San Antonio Road to the rear portion of the same site as a result of adding the Homekey Palo Alto
housing shelter. Homekey Palo Alto will be operated by LifeMoves who will provide intensive, customized case
for clients including counseling, employment and housing search services with the goal of paving a
path to self‐sufficiency. The project is currently in construction. The site work, utility infrastructure, building
and energization for the incoming modular units has been completed. Setting and finishing of the
units will soon be underway, along with the interior completion of the conventional framed community
and site landscaping. Construction is anticipated to be completed in spring 2025.
JMZ Renovation Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
(AC‐18001) $4,172,284 $5,020,310
Implementing Department Project Phase
Community Services Construction
Project Completion
Summer 2025
Project Status: This project provides for the temporary relocation of the Junior Museum and Zoo and the construction
a new facility and exhibits. The California Dinosaur Garden exhibit, which is partially funded by a reimbursable
grant, was opened with a special ribbon cutting ceremony in October 2023. Funds associated with the grant
Buildings and Facilities Projects – Page 5 of 13
Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
are expended against the project until reimbursements are made. Reimbursement has been submitted and expected
the first quarter of FY 2025. A portion of the project was extended through FY 2025 to complete the list of
and equipment not purchased in FY 2024 due to staffing shortages. Completion is expected in July 2025.
Library Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$205,811 $1,898,292
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Construction
Project Completion
Fall 2028Automated
(LB‐21000)
Project Status: This project will provide the design and construction of three new Automated Material Handling (AMH)
for the Children’s, Mitchell Park and Rinconada Libraries. AMH systems efficiently sort returned library
based on the Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID) on the materials. For the Children’s Library, the
permit has been issued. The construction contract was awarded in November 2024, and construction at
Library will begin in February 2025. Construction is anticipated to be complete by summer 2025.
Lucie Stern Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$28,548 $2,443,408
Status: This project will upgrade and replace the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system at
the Lucie Stern Community Theatre. As a first step, the project will include a detailed feasibility study to determine if
natural gas‐powered equipment in the facility can be electrified per the recommended results of the City‐wide
electrification assessment. An RFP for design services is currently being compiled.
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Pre‐Design
Project Completion
Winter 2027
Mechanical
(PE‐24002)
Stern
Fire
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$0 $241,374
Status: This project will replace the fire curtain and its associated rigging at the Lucie Stern Community Theatre.
The fire curtain work will be coordinated with the Theatrical and House Lighting System Replacement Project (PE‐
24003).
Implementing Department Project Phase
Community Services Pre‐Design
Project Completion
Fall 2026
(AC‐24001)
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Lucie Stern
Stage
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$0 $116,113
Status: This project will refurbish the most heavily used components of the stage rigging system at the Lucie
Implementing Department Project Phase
Community Services Construction
Project Completion
Winter 2025
Rigging System Stern Community Theatre. The construction contract was approved by City Council on June 3, 2024. Work was
scheduled to start in July 2024, but parts needed for the installation were delayed. Anticipated construction is now
(AC‐24000)early 2025.
Lucie Stern
House
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Winter 2027$21,177 $333,210
Project Status: This project will upgrade and replace lighting systems at the Lucie Stern Community Theatre for stage
areas, the performance stage, and audience areas. The bridging documents for the new system are complete
an RFP for a Design Build Entity will be submitted for bidding. The timing of this project will coincide with the
Lighting System Community Theatre Mechanical Equipment Replacement (PE‐24002).
Replacement
Mitchell Park
Repair
(PE‐24006)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$15,083 $266,540
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Fall 2025
Project Status: This project will repair the damage caused by a vehicular accident in January 2023. A vehicle ran into
north wall of the Mitchell Park Library near the center of the building. The car impacted an area of the stone
on cold‐formed steel studs, causing the cladding to fall from the wall and the wall to bulge into the building’s
Architectural and structural surveys and reports were completed. The stone cladding wall will require
but the structural steel frame was not damaged. The design contract was completed in October 2024.
documents are on track to be completed in spring 2025.
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Buildings and Facilities Projects – Page 7 of 13
Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Municipal $1,195,776 $8,850,720 Public Works Design Winter 2027
Service Center
Electrical
(PF‐16006)
Project Status: This project replaces original mechanical, electrical, and lighting systems installed in 1966. It also
design and construction for office renovations for the Zero Waste group. The electrical design is complete
the planning permit was approved in spring 2024. However, additional stakeholder review is needed to ensure
scope aligns with anticipated future capacity requirements.
New Downtown Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
Parking Garage $1,440,311 $17,300,000
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Summer 2027
(PE‐15007)Project Status: In December 2021, Council directed staff to look at the feasibility of partnering with a private entity to
new parking using downtown in‐lieu parking fees in conjunction with housing or other uses, including the use
City surface lots or privately held parcels. A Request for Information was issued in December 2022 and staff
proposals and held interviews in May 2023. Council gave directions to staff in December 2023 to advance
project in conjunction with advancement of affordable housing in the Downtown area. In December 2024, the City
a contract with Watry Design, Inc. to provide for design, environmental review, and construction
services for the New Downtown Parking Garage. Concept designs will be presented to City Council in
2025.
New Public
Building $113,275,793
(PE‐15001)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$ 123,500,000
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Construction
Project Completion
Spring 2025
Project Status: This project will provide a new, modern Public Safety Building (PSB) that will meet essential services
and the current and future needs of the public safety departments. The PSB and new garage in the California
business district are now an integrated project and both are part of the 2014 Council Infrastructure Plan.
on the PSB started in March 2021 and will continue into spring 2025. The Tier 4 emergency generator
completed source testing. Punch list and department inspections are in progress. The project is expected to obtain
certificate of occupancy in early 2025.
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Palo Alto Art Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$0 $181,367
Implementing Department Project Phase
Community Services Design
Project Completion
Summer 2026
Ceramics
(AC‐28003)
Project Status: This project renews and replaces ceramics program equipment, upgrades facility Wi‐Fi and electrical
and waterproofs outdoor kiln sheds. The majority of the Art Center’s existing ceramics equipment was
during the renovation of the Art Center in 2011 and 2012. These pieces of equipment are showing signs of
necessitating facility updates.
Performing Arts Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Construction
Project Completion
Summer 2025Venues Seat
(AC‐18000)
$663,022 $1,281,909
Project Status: This project will replace all the seats in the Community and Children’s Theatres. Staff hired a consultant
design the seat replacements and ADA upgrades for the Children’s Theatre portion of the project. The Children’s
seats replacement was completed in November 2022. A contract for the design of the Community Theatre
issued in June 2023. Council approved a construction contract on April 22, 2024, with project completion expected
fall 2024. The installation of the ADA upgrades and auditorium seats are complete with additional companion seats
in February. Painting of the auditorium will be completed in the summer 2025.
Rinconada Pool Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
Family $34,922 $1,397,698
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Design
Project Completion
Winter 2026
Changing Room Project Status: The project will construct a gender‐neutral restroom and family changing facility that is compliant with
(PE‐24004)the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) at the Rinconada Pool. The facility will include two separate rooms, each
of a toilet, sink, shower, and child/adult changing station. The facility will provide community members who
special needs, and individuals who require privacy, an accessible space for changing and personal hygiene. Design
the family changing rooms started in December 2024.
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$6,927,119 $11,367,366
Implementing Department Project Phase
Public Works Construction
Project Completion
Winter 2024
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Roth Building
1
Project Status: This project provides funding for Phase 1 of the rehabilitation and build‐out of the Roth Building facility.
I will make the building suitable for occupancy, also known as a “warm shell. Phase II of the rehabilitation
the interior build‐out of the museum and exhibits, readying the facility to welcome visitors, and will be funded
the Palo Alto History Museum (PAHM). A Tenant Work Letter was approved by Council in April 2023 and
is underway including underground utilities, roof, demolition, and abatement. Phase I of this project will
substantially completed in February 2025.
(PF‐23001)
Recurring Projects
Americans
With
Prior Year Actuals
$0
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$880,820 Public Works N/A Recurring
Disabilities Act Project Status: This project provides accessibility upgrades to City facilities and equipment. It includes continued
Compliance
(PF‐93009)
funding for improvements such as path of travel, restrooms, drinking fountains, and counters. An updated ADA
Plan was adopted by Council in June 2021. Staff is waiting to solicit new software that will allow staff to
and log new barriers, track grievances from the public, and update the ADA Transition Plan Report.
Building Prior Year Actuals
$77,759
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,366,177 Public Works N/A Recurring
Improvements Project Status: This project provides electrical, mechanical, plumbing, structural, and security upgrades for City
(PF‐01003)facilities. The UCC Emergency Generator Replacement project is currently in permitting. Once permitting is approved,
project will be go out to bid in spring 2025. The City Hall Cooling Tower Overhaul project contract was signed in
2024. The material lead time is 12 to 14 weeks, pushing back construction until spring 2025.
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
City Facility
Lot
(PE‐09003)
Prior Year Actuals
$0
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$567,564 Public Works N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project repairs, resurfaces, or reconstructs parking lots and walkways at various City facilities,
restriping and signage. The Cubberley Community Center restriping and base‐failure repair work was
in fall 2024.
Cubberley Prior Year Actuals
$309,506
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$746,556 Public Works N/A Recurring
(CB‐17001)Project Status: This project is for general maintenance needs of the Cubberley campus. Gym B completed floor sanding,
line repainting, and refinishing in July 2024. One third of the hardwood flooring and subflooring has been restored
Gym A due to water damage. All repair work on Gyms A & B have been completed and the facilities are ready to rent
Cubberley Prior Year Actuals
$27,039
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,224,164 Public Works N/A Recurring
Replacements Project Status: This project replaces existing roofs at Cubberley Community Center. The Pavilion Roofing project was
(CB‐16002)canceled due to the City’s pending purchase of the remaining Cubberley buildings and then ultimately rebuilding a new
Community Center.
Electric Prior Year Actuals
$63,243
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$ 122,453 Public Works N/A Recurring
Infrastructure Project Status: This project designs and installs electric vehicle chargers at various City facilities. The primary use of the
Installation
(PF‐23000)
electric vehicle chargers will be for City fleet vehicles. The City Hall Level C EV Charger project to install six new chargers
Level C of the parking garage is complete.
Buildings and Facilities Projects – Page 11 of 13
Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Electrification Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
of City $ 204,162 $1,358,531 Public Works Pre‐Design Fall 2030
Facilities
(PE‐24001)
Project Status: This project will evaluate feasibility, prepare designs, and implement construction for the electrification
fossil fuel consuming building systems in coordination with the Building Systems Improvements project (PF‐01003).
City Facility Electrification assessment report will act as a workplan to implement the electrification of City facilities.
RFP for an on‐call task order consultant for all City facilities requiring electrification will be issued in summer 2025.
will be electrified in order by priorities set by the Electrification Assessment to facilitate reaching the S/CAP
Funding is also included for the HVAC electrification upgrade at the 445 Bryant Street property. Mechanical
for the replacement of seven package units and one exhaust fan is 90% complete. Expect 100% design by early
2025.
Facility Prior Year Actuals
$83,323
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$615,564 Public Works N/A Recurring
Finishes
(PF‐02022)
Project Status: This project improves the interior finishes of City facilities, including flooring, walls, cabinets, paint,
ceiling tiles, soundproofing, and fixed office furniture, doors, windows, and associated fire/life safety,
electrical and plumbing code compliance requirements. New carpet has been selected for the Children’s
with work scheduled for spring 2025.
Fire Prior Year Actuals
$0
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$113,405 Fire Department N/A RecurringEquipment
(FD‐25000)
Project Status: This project funds ongoing replacement of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) equipment used
training, medical response, and technical rescue in all emergency situations.
Police Video Prior Year Actuals
$ 10,751
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$ 203,503 Police Department N/A Recurring
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Buildings and Facilities Projects Status as of December 2024
Systems
(PD‐20000)
Project Status: This project maintains the Palo Alto Police Department video recording systems used to record events
the field with up to five in‐car cameras as well as body‐worn cameras (BWC). In FY 2024, the City solicited for a new
to include the in‐car and BWC systems and newly added fixed interrogation systems in the PSB. A vendor was
and City Council approved a Purchase Order. Materials have been shipped, and the transition is in process.
implementation is expected to be completed on or around the end of FY 2025. The CIP will remain open to
with the vehicle replacement cycle.
Roofing
(PF‐00006)
Prior Year Actuals
$447,681
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,316,825 Public Works N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project replaces existing roofs at City facilities that have outlived their useful lifespans. The Animal
roof recoat has been delayed due to roof modifications required for the proposed kennel remodel. Permits for
Phase 2 of the Lucie Stern Community Center roof replacement project have been completed. This project will go
to bid in early 2025 with construction to start in summer 2025.
University Prior Year Actuals
$0
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$171,116 Public Works N/A Recurring
Parking Project Status: This project maintains parking lots and parking structures within the University Avenue Downtown
Improvements Business Parking District. There is no work planned for parking improvements in the first half of FY 2025.
(PF‐14003)
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Baylands Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Comprehensive $386,401 $438,413 Community Services Design Summer 2026
Conservation
(PG‐17000)
Project Status: This project provides funding for a conservation plan that will examine native vegetation, wildlife
resources, and wildlife‐appropriate public access for the entire Baylands, including Byxbee Park. This plan will
information to successfully manage wildlife habitat and provide trails or other recreation amenities; provide
design overlay for appropriate types and locations of public art in the Baylands; and design interpretive messaging
the Baylands. The plan seeks to optimize opportunities for low‐impact recreation ensuring that these are
with the Baylands Master Plan direction for passive use of the nature preserve. The Conservation Plan will
provide input for the Byxbee Park Completion project. The Parks and Recreation Commission has created an Ad
Committee to work with staff on this project. Staff and the Ad Hoc Committee have been reviewing the draft plan
identifying gaps and highlighting where updates are required.
Baylands
(OS‐24001)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$178,366 Community Services
Status: This project was originally planned for 2018‐2021 but was delayed due to project priorities involved
with the moving of the Junior Museum & Zoo to Cubberley Community Center and construction of the newly rebuilt
Junior Museum & Zoo. The project will install interpretive signage and exhibits on two miles of trails and on the
boardwalk at the Palo Alto Baylands. Construction is anticipated to be complete by spring 2025.
Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Spring 2025$
Boulware Park
(PE‐17005)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$2,937,729 $5,782,383 Public Works
Status: This park renovation project was initially planned in FY 2018 but was postponed due to project priorities
and potential purchase of the adjacent AT&T lot located at 3350 Birch Street. In fall 2019, the lot was purchased by the
City. A Park Improvement Ordinance for the improvements was adopted by the City Council in October 2021. A
Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Spring 2025
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
construction contract was awarded in June 2023, and the project construction began in August 2023. Current site work
85% complete. The project is anticipated to be completed by spring 2025
Byxbee Park
(PE‐18006)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$368,192 $3,699,189 Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Pre‐Design Summer 2028
Project Status: This project allows for the remaining improvements to Byxbee Park that follow the completion of the
capping work. The Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan (BCCP), which is currently undergoing CEQA
will include recommendations on the scope of the Byxbee Park project. The BCCP and the conceptual plan for
Park need additional outreach and review which is anticipated to continue through fiscal year 2026. The project
been moved to FY 2027 pending completion of the BCCP.
Cameron Park
(PG‐14002)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$205,627 $538,898 Community Services
Project Phase Project Completion
Completed Fall 2024
Project Status: This project upgraded and renovated safety and accessibility features at Cameron Park with a primary
focus on the park playground improvements. The Cameron Park Improvements Project was completed in November
Cubberley Field Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Spring 2025Restroom$776,349 $1,452,876 Public Works
(CB‐17002)Project Status: This project will install a new restroom in the sports field area of the Cubberley Community Center. In
June 2023, Council approved a purchase order with the Public Restroom Company for a four‐stall prefabricated
restroom building. Council awarded a construction contract for site work in September 2024. The prefabricated
restroom building was installed in December 2024. The sewer pump station and remaining site utilities work are
anticipated to be completed by spring 2025.
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
El Camino Park Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$ 40,000 $931,121 Community Services
Project Phase Project Completion
Design Summer 2026
Replacement
(PG‐24000)
Project Status: This project has been paused and City Council has provided direction to use a portion of this CIP funding
complete a comprehensive study comparing synthetic turf fields to natural grass fields. The study will assess
and health impacts, field utilization capacity, and capital and operating costs required for both types of
Once complete, the study will enable staff to provide recommendations to City Council for replacement.
Eucalyptus Tree Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Removal $$110,102 Community Services Construction Fall 2025
(PG‐25002)Project Status: This Hazardous Fuel Abatement project identified eucalyptus trees from the City of Palo Alto’s open
preserves for removal. During Phase 1 of this CIP, 36 Eucalyptus trees were removed within Esther Clark Park to
hazardous fuels adjacent to homes in the Palo Alto Wildland Urban Interface. Foothills Nature Preserve and
Preserve are to be evaluated for further Eucalyptus tree removals pending available resources.
Foothills Nature Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Design Summer 2026Preserve$0 $278,470 Public Works
Boronda Lake
(OS‐18000)
Project Status: This project is a refurbishment of the existing dock. The dock was originally built in 1965 and was last
in 2010 with repairs to the wood decking. The current condition of the dock has declined and now requires
complete replacement with new decking, ramp, floats, and pilings. Design for the Foothills Nature Preserve Boronda
Dock renovation is currently in progress.
Foothills Nature Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Design Spring 2025Preserve Dam $42,170 $112,716 Public Works
Project Status: This project will study the location of historic seepage from the Foothills Nature Preserve Dam at the
bend in the road on the face of the dam and will locate and investigate the pipe and trench backfill material. The
of the seepage is suspected to be the trench backfill around the pipe that returns shallow groundwater to
Investigation
Repairs
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
(PE‐20000)Boronda Lake. Staff continue to monitor and investigate the seepage per the Department of Water Resources Division
Safety of Dams (DSOD) inspections and recommendations. Staff completed camera inspections of the underdrain
to identify potential obstructions and leakage issues. Per the DSOD recommendations, the City’s consultant
a field assessment in fall 2024 identifying location of a seepage weir on the downstream side of the Foothill
Preserve Dam. The weir is anticipated to be installed by early 2025 which will allow the City to collect
measurements of the seepage flow and inform the seepage trends and needs for a long‐term solution as
Foothills Nature Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Design Summer 2028Preserve$246,859 $3,710,577 Public Works
Improvements
(PE‐21000)
Project Status: This project has repaired the bridge to Sunfish Island, and will complete the design and permitting to
the footbridge in Los Trancos Valley, replace the grade control structures along Buckeye Creek, provide new
rail fencing to protect sensitive areas, new pedestrian pathways to keep park visitors safe while walking along the
road, and improvements to some of the existing parking areas to make them safer and more efficient. Council
a professional services contract for additional outreach, detailed design and bid package preparation for
fencing and parking improvements in spring 2024. Preliminary renderings have been prepared, and staff
outreach and preliminary design in early 2025. The replacement of the footbridge in Los Trancos Valley and
grade control structures along Buckeye Creek have been moved to FY 2027 and FY 2028 due to staffing constraints.
Golf Course Net Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Pre‐Design Summer 2027and Artificial $0 $925,056 Community Services
Project Status: This project will remove and replace the golf course driving range netting and synthetic turf. This project
been delayed due to the assessment of additional ball retention needs throughout the golf course and the ongoing
of a potential long‐term partnership with the First Tee of Silicon Valley for driving range and practice
improvements.
Replacement
(PG‐18000)
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
Heritage Park
Amenities
(PG‐21000)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$0 $143,134 Community Services
Status: The project will replace select walkways and all of the site amenities in Heritage Park including benches,
picnic tables, trash receptacles, playground arbor, bicycle racks and drinking fountain. In the first half of FY 2025, staff
conducted a site assessment to ascertain the full extent of site furnishings to be replaced, with replacement targeted
in summer 2025.
Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Summer 2025
Ramos Park
(PG‐14000)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$279,354 $682,057 Community Services
Status: This project replaces the playground equipment at Ramos Park. Council awarded a cooperative
agreement with Ross Recreation in June 2024 to replace and install the playground equipment for Ramos Park. Work
is anticipated to be completed by spring 2025.
Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Spring 2025
Rinconada Park Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Fall 2027Improvements$5,447,216 $10,176,310 Public Works
(PE‐08001)Project Status: This project provides upgrades to safety, site amenities, playground facilities, a new restroom, irrigation,
and ADA accessibility improvements at Rinconada Park. These improvements were identified in the
Long Range Plan (LRP). Phase 1 park improvements to the western half of the park were completed in spring
A new park restroom was installed and opened to the public in summer 2024. Funding was approved by Council
FY 2025 for City to complete structural and electric design for replacement of a storage unit (purchased by Palo Alto
Club (PATC) at Rinconada Park. The design and a Memorandum of Understanding between City and PATC are in
Staff anticipate submitting a building permit application for the storage unit upon completion of design work
early 2025. According to the LRP, future improvement phases will include improvements to the eastern half of the
by FY 2028 including pathway improvements, ADA upgrades, planting, irrigation, lighting, and site furnishings.
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
Robles Park
(PE‐18015)
$161,765 $742,055 Public Works Design Fall 2025
Project Status: This project will replace playground equipment. Community meetings were held in September 2023
March 2024 to obtain community input. An online community survey regarding the play equipment is currently
and will end in January of 2025. If the proposed playground equipment is supported by the community, a
agreement with Ross Recreation will be processed. Due to fabrication lead times, it is anticipated the new
equipment will be installed in fall 2025.
Stanford Palo
Community $
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$2,707,547 Community Services
Project Phase Project Completion
Design Summer 2025
Playing Project Status: The project provides funding for the replacement of synthetic turf at the Stanford Palo Alto Community
Fields. The Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields accommodate year‐round play, including additional
play with some temporary lighting. Since the turf was installed in 2016, it has been in high demand and is used
youth and adult leagues as well as walk‐on play. Synthetic turf has a typical lifespan of approximately eight to ten
with each year of use contributing to gradual wear and tear resulting in loss of pile height, turf fiber, and infill.
design was completed in fall 2024, and construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2025 through an approved sole
contract.
Fields Turf
(PG‐26000)
Recurring Projects
Art in Public
Spaces
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$189,175 $1,823,508 Community Services N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
(AC‐86017)Project Status: This project provides the ongoing temporary and permanent artworks throughout the City of Palo
Two new artworks were installed at the Public Safety Building, and one more will be installed in early 2025, a
mural was painted at Cubberley, artwork was installed at Boulware Park, and artwork is under development for
Stations 4 and 5, and for three murals downtown. Twenty utility box projects were painted throughout the City
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
during fall 2024. Other projects in process include the ongoing King Artist‐in‐Residence with artist Alma Landeta,
the development of temporary artwork for King Plaza, and preparations for the 2025 Code: ART festival.
Athletic Courts
(PG‐06001)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$22,294 $194,499 Community Services N/A
Status: This project repairs and resurfaces athletic courts in various Palo Alto parks. The reconfiguration and
Project Completion
Recurring
resurfacing of the Greer Park basketball courts is scheduled to begin construction in spring 2025.
Benches, Signage, Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Walkways,
(PG‐06003)
$513,204 $325,544 Community Services N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project restores and replaces existing benches, signage, fencing, walkways, and landscaping at
City facilities. The refurbishing of the wooden picnic tables at Rinconada Park was completed in summer
In November 2024 a design consultant was hired for the design of the Lytton Plaza fountain grate. Lytton Plaza
is scheduled for completion in winter 2024 and construction of the fountain grate is estimated for spring
Dog Park Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$30,278 $0 Community Services N/A
Project Completion
RecurringInstallation and
(PG‐18001)
Project Status: This project enables the construction of dog parks at various City parks and facilities for constructing
or renovating existing dog parks. A new dog park will be added with the Boulware Park expansion project for
construction started in summer 2023. Council approved a Park Improvement Ordinance in September 2022
the expansion of the Mitchell Park Dog Park. Mitchell Dog Park installation and expansion began in fall 2024 and
completed in April2025.
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$22,075 $269,457 Public Works N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
Off‐Road Pathway Project Status: This project repairs, resurfaces, or replaces pathways as needed within the City of Palo Alto.
Resurfacing and Pathways are chosen based on safety inspections, condition, and usage. Open Space pathways are currently under
for repair.
(OS‐09001)
Open Space Lakes Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
and Pond $27,900 $78,037 Community Services N/A Recurring
Maintenance
(OS‐00002)
Project Status: This project rehabilitates lakes and ponds in open space nature preserves to protect wildlife habitat
recreational safety and to meet State Division of Safety of Dams requirements. A new three‐year contract was
in July 2024 for the removal of aquatic vegetation in Boronda Lake.
Open Space Trails Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
and Amenities $360,820 $296,701 Community Services N/A Recurring
(OS‐00001)Project Status: This project restores unpaved trails, fences, picnic areas, and campgrounds at Foothills, Baylands,
Pearson‐Arastradero Nature Preserves. Work performed in summer 2024 included approximately 60 acres of
maintenance and fire road mowing. A new five‐year maintenance contract was awarded in November
Work performed in December 2024 included the reconstruction of a degraded levee in the Baylands Nature
and maintenance of 25 miles of trailside vegetation in the Foothills Nature Preserve.
Parks and Open
Emergency
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$192,025 $335,109 Community Services N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Project Status: This project replaces or repairs playgrounds, play yard surfaces, wooden structures, park amenities,
play equipment in the event of storms, fire, vandalism, or structural failure. In fall 2024, GMAX impact safety
was conducted on four artificial turf sports fields located at Cubberley Community Center, El Camino Park,
Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields to ensure safety compliance and evaluate surface performance. In
2024, replacement of two water meters on California Avenue were completed. In December 2024, fencing
(PG‐09002)
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Parks and Open Space Projects Status as of December 2024
repairs were completed at El Camino Park and repairs to the permeable parking lot pavers are scheduled for
in January 2025.
Park Restroom Prior Years Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$485,995 $693,359 Community Services N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
(PG‐19000)Project Status: This project installs new restrooms at City parks that currently do not have restroom facilities. City
approved a Park Improvement Ordinance for Ramos Park. In April 2023, Council approved a purchase order
the Public Restroom Company for a two‐stall prefabricated restroom building at Ramos Park. Staff completed
and obtained a building permit for site work and restroom. On December 18, 2023, Council awarded a
contract for the restroom site work. In summer 2024 the Ramos Park restroom construction was
and opened to the public.
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Streets and Sidewalks Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
California Avenue Prior Years Actuals
District Gateway $26,943
Total Project Budget
$162,783
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Public Works Design Fall 2025
Signs
(PE‐17004)
Project Status: This project includes the design and replacement of two existing gateway signs for the California
business district. Initial public outreach was completed in winter 2021. The California Avenue District Gateway
project is in the next phase of improvements following the California Avenue Streetscape update and near‐term
The signage plan, including district gateway signs, will be discussed with the Architectural Review
in Spring 2025 and presented to City Council for approval later in 2025.
Newell Road Prior Years Actuals
$3,957,812
Total Project Budget
$23,456,670
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Public Works Design Fall 2026
Francisquito
Bridge
(PE‐12011)
Project Status: This project removes and replaces the Newell Road bridge over San Francisquito Creek with a clear
to allow the channel to convey up to the natural capacity of the San Francisquito Creek, approximately 7,500
feet per second, and to improve safety for vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic. The project is being closely
with the City of East Palo Alto, Valley Water, and San Francisquito Creek Joint Powers Authority (SFCJPA).
the second half of FY 2024, staff acquired the eight easements needed to complete the project, obtain a permit
Regional Water Quality Control Board and a draft permit from California Department of Fish and Wildlife along
encroachment permits from East Palo Alto and Santa Clara Valley Water District. Staff and consultants worked
PG&E, Comcast, AT&T, City of East Palo Alto Water and City of Palo Alto Utilities on the Utility Relocation letters
for Caltrans’ review and approval. The right‐of‐way acquisition and permitting was completed in September
The request for Caltrans to authorize the start of the construction phase with the construction funding that was
approved is still under review. Once approval is received from Caltrans staff will solicit bids for construction
spring 2025.
Prior Years Actuals
$8,799
Total Project Budget
$274,309
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Public Works Design Fall 2025
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Streets and Sidewalks Projects Status as of December 2024
Streetlights
(PE‐13014)
Project Status: This project will assess the condition of the City’s streetlight system. The assessment will include an
of the entire lighting system, including age and condition of conduit, wiring, streetlight poles, foundations,
and lighting coverage. The project will also determine the inspection, maintenance, repair, and
necessary to prolong the life of the City’s streetlight system. This project has not started due to staffing
Recurring Projects
City Bridge
Improvements
(PE‐20001)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$200,258 $1,704,161
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Public Works N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project includes bridge inspections, maintenance, repair, and an improvement program over the
five years. This program will include on‐going inspections to report physical changes to the structures,
for work to be done, and additional information to meet functional and structural standards in
with industry standards. Staff hired an on‐call structural engineering firm to assist with the bridge
and repair program. Staff completed design and bidding for repairs of seven bridges identified for repairs
winter 2023. A construction contract was awarded by the Council in March 2024. Bridge construction repair work
in September 2024 and was completed in December 2024. Staff will continue recurring inspections and repairs
City bridge structures as needed.
Curb and Gutter Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$1,519 $114,506
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
(PO‐12001)Project Status: This project repairs curbs and gutters uplifted by tree roots. Funding for FY 2023 was carried over into
FY 2024 for a larger curb and gutter repairs project focusing on the City’s Sidewalk Districts 1 & 2 that includes
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Streets and Sidewalks Projects Status as of December 2024
Downtown North and University South neighborhoods (Palo Alto Avenue to Embarcadero Road and Alma Street to
Road) in addition to addressing hot spot locations from 311 requests. Approximately 2,136 linear feet of
and gutters are included in the FY 2024 Sidewalk Repair ADA Improvement Project. Council approved the
contract on June 10, 2024. Construction of curb and gutter repairs began in September 2024, prioritizing
with CDBG funding, with the construction work estimated to be completed by February 2025.
San Francisquito
Joint
Creek
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$108,514 $220,205
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project provides funding for studies and completion of the design for the San Francisquito Creek
Powers Authority (JPA) upstream project including channel widening and Continuing Authority Program Section
(CAP 205) study. In FY 2024, the JPA awarded a contract with WRA Environmental Consultants to analyze the
hydraulics and the improvement alternatives that could reduce flooding. The Master Service Agreement
the design and implementation of Reach 2 project elements. WRA completed their initial field survey,
a preliminary list of improvement alternatives and provided the initial presentation to the public in
Their efforts will be driven based on public feedback and direction from the SFCJPA Board. A preferred
will be determined in 2025.
(PE‐22000)
Sidewalk Repairs Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
(PO‐89003) $1,265,080 $ 1,445,415
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project repairs and replaces broken and uplifted sidewalks. The program completed all twenty‐
three sidewalk districts in 2017, a 30‐year (1986–2017) sidewalk repair district cycle. Council approved a sidewalk
assessment contract in November 2017 to evaluate the sidewalk program and assess potential improvements to the
current district‐based program. Funding for FY 2023 has been carried over into FY 2024 for a larger sidewalk project.
The FY 2024 Sidewalk Repair ADA Improvement Project will focus on sidewalk repairs (PO‐89003) and curb and gutter
repairs (PO‐12001) in the Downtown Professorville neighborhoods (Palo Alto Avenue to Embarcadero Road and Alma
Street to Middlefield Road). Council approved the construction contract on June 10, 2024. The project aims to replace
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Streets and Sidewalks Projects Status as of December 2024
approximately 23,199 square feet of concrete sidewalk, 4,309 square feet of driveways, install 86 new curb ramps,
retrofit 33 existing curb ramps with truncated domes to conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
repairs included in this project are estimated for completion in February 2025.
Sign Reflectivity Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$6,692 $ 55,052
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
(PO‐11000)Project Status: This project includes the annual inventorying, upgrading and maintaining of all traffic signs. A list of
not meeting the minimum requirement is derived from MUTCD approved Nighttime Visual Inspection surveys.
will continue to work on replacing the 405 signs identified for replacement from the FY 2024 survey. Due to
staffing constraints, nighttime reflectivity surveys are not planned for FY 2025.
Streetlight
(PO‐05054)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$210,264 $399,481
Status: This project replaces streetlights, including poles, pole foundations, luminaires and wiring as needed
to restore or improve street lighting. In the second half of FY 2024, there were four knockdown locations with six
completed repairs and eleven are still in progress to be completed in FY 2025.
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
Street
(PE‐86070)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$3,892,921 $5,531,353
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
Project Status: Street Maintenance Projects include the annual resurfacing, micro‐seal, crack seal, and reconstruction
various city streets in support of the Council’s goal of achieving a citywide average pavement condition index (PCI)
of 85, representing very good or excellent conditions. The FY 2024 Street Resurfacing Project will replace 10,149
feet of sidewalk, 3,371 square feet of driveway, 2,280 linear feet of curb and gutter, construct 37 new ADA
ramps, and will place 9,844 tons of asphalt concrete overlay, 36 blue markers, 384 thermoplastic legends, and
LF of thermoplastic striping on the streets of Palo Alto. The FY 2024 Street Resurfacing Project is completed
for the resurfacing of University Avenue due to an existing Gas Main Replacement Project still under
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Streets and Sidewalks Projects Status as of December 2024
construction. University Avenue will be resurfaced in spring 2025 once the Gas Main Replacement Project is
The FY 2024 Street Preventive Maintenance Project was completed in October 2024. The FY 2024
Maintenance Project micro‐surfaced 14.23 lane‐miles of streets, replaced 19,200 LF of thermoplastic
installed 85 thermoplastic legends, and updated 77 blue markers. Together, both the Street Resurfacing and
Maintenance Projects will maintain and improve the City’s Pavement Condition Index (PCI) beyond its
of 84 and will address many streets whose PCI scores fall below the City’s minimum goal of 60.
Thermoplastic
Marking
Striping
(PO‐11001)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$0 137,628
Status: This project maintains thermoplastic markings on roadways. Thermoplastic lane marking and striping
are incorporated into annual Pavement Preventive Maintenance Projects. The FY 2024 Streets Preventive
Maintenance Project (PE‐86070) was completed in October 2024 and installed 12,400 LF of thermoplastic striping
and 33 thermoplastic legends.
Implementing Department
Public Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
California Avenue Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Streetscape
(PL‐23000)
$84,054 $560,583 City Manager’s Office Design Spring 2025
Project Status: The project provides funding for interim changes to the street and for necessary CEQA analysis
the future configuration of the street. Interim changes to the street will take place in early 2025. CEQA
will be brought forward to the Planning and Transportation Commission and City Council in spring 2025.
Charleston Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Road/Alma Street $0 $1,298,512 Office of Transportation Design Fall 2027
Railroad Crossing Project Status: The California Department of Transportation, in cooperation with the Peninsula Corridor Joint
Safety
(PL‐25002)
Power Board (JPB) and the City of Palo Alto, proposed a railroad crossing improvement project at Charleston Road
Alma Street to enhance traffic safety. This crossing was identified for possible funding of hazard elimination
safety improvements through Section 130 funds. The Section 130 program is a federal‐funded program,
at the state level, for the elimination of hazards at at‐grade highway‐rail crossings. Section 130
will reimburse the actual and direct costs of the design and construction of the improvements. This project
separate and independent from the on‐going rail grade separation projects and addresses more immediate
concerns at this crossing. The railroad crossing at Alma Street and Charleston Road experiences a large
of pedestrian and bicycle traffic during the morning and afternoon school commute hours. JPB and the
will be responsible for the construction of the improvements within each respective agency’s right of way.
Churchill Avenue Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Enhanced
(PL‐14000)
$418,211 $4,914,801 Public Works Design Winter 2026
Project Status: This project includes planning, design and construction of a shared‐use path along the north side
Churchill Avenue between the existing shared‐use path at Castilleja Avenue and the Stanford Perimeter Trail. It
includes intersection improvements at Churchill Avenue and El Camino Real, which will include a new
westbound right‐turn lane. PAUSD approved the easements required for the project in August 2023.
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
Staff has worked with Caltrans for re‐issuance of the encroachment permit and received approval in June 2024.
construction contract was approved by Council on December 9, 2024. The project is anticipated to be
by winter 2026.
Churchill Avenue Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Rail Grade
and
$21,018 $198,542,138 Office of Transportation Design Spring 2029
Project Status: This project provides for the planning, design, and construction of the grade separation at the
at‐grade crossing on Churchill Avenue in the Caltrain Rail Corridor. The project will provide improvements
accommodate bicycles, pedestrians, and vehicular movement at the crossing. After reviewing various studies
refinements to the alternatives, the Rail Committee recommended proceeding with a Partial Underpass
with Bicycle and Pedestrian crossing at Seale Avenue. On June 10, 2024, the City Council selected the
Underpass with Ped/bike crossing at Seale Avenue. The funding agreement with the Federal Railroad
was approved by City Council on June 17, 2024. Staff collaborated with Caltrain and the Valley
Agency to develop a cooperative agreement for the Preliminary Engineering and Environmental
phase and funding from Measure B Grade Separation funds. This cooperative agreement between
City, Caltrain, and VTA was approved by the City Council on December 9, 2024. The City is also working with
representatives to preserve the CalSTA, Transit, and Intercity Capital Program funding awarded for the
which is currently being reconsidered for reduction in the Governor’s budget.
(PL‐24001)
Churchill Avenue Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Alma Street
Crossing
(PL‐20000)
$1,804,194 $9,243,271 Public Works Construction Spring 2025
Project Status: This project is a railroad crossing improvement project to enhance safety at the intersection of
Avenue and Alma Street. The design includes traffic signal modifications, street lighting improvements,
resurfacing, sidewalk realignment, drainage improvements, utility relocations, signage, and striping. Staff
coordinating with Caltrain, Caltrans, and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). CPUC approved General
88‐B for the project in November 2022 and authorized the City to move forward with construction. Council
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
approved the construction contract in June 2023 and construction started in summer 2023. Procurement issues
construction constraints from Caltrain will push out project completion through spring 2025.
Downtown Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,658,417 $5,197,827 Public Works Construction Spring 2025
Project Status: This project includes design and installation of new downtown parking guidance systems, access
and revenue collection equipment that will be coordinated with both the Downtown Parking Wayfinding,
PL‐15004 project and the 2016 Downtown Parking Management. Staff contracted with Dixon Resources for
management support in design and procurement for the system installation in the Downtown garages
University Avenue. Building permits for the garage interior work were approved in June 2024 for all four
The High Street Parking Garage (Lot R) and Bryant Street Parking Garage (Lot S/L) passed final inspections
early December 2024. The Webster/Cowper Parking Garage (Lot J) interior work is in progress and expected to
complete in February 2025. Construction will then move the Civic Center Garage. Plans for the exterior digital
signs are under review with Planning.
Guidance
Systems, Access
&
(PL‐15002)
Meadow Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Drive/Charleston $42,055 $401,639,254 Office of Transportation Design Spring 2028
Road Rail Grade
and
(PL‐24000)
Project Status: This project provides for the planning, design, and construction of the grade separations at the
at grade crossings on Meadow Drive and Charleston Road in the Caltrain Rail Corridor. The project will
improvements to accommodate bicycles, pedestrians, and vehicular movement at the crossings. After
various studies and refinements to the alternatives, the Rail Committee recommended proceeding to
two alternatives, the Hybrid and Underpass Alternatives, into the early phase of Preliminary Engineering
Environmental Documentation. The committee also recommended refining these alternatives to reduce right‐
of‐way impacts and improve bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The City Council after reviewing directed staff to
these alternatives into Preliminary Engineering and Environmental phase at Council Meetings in June
The funding agreement with the Federal Railroad Administration was approved by City Council on June 17,
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
2024. Staff collaborated with Caltrain and the Valley Transportation Agency to develop a cooperative agreement
the Preliminary Engineering and Environmental Documentation phase and funding from Measure B Grade
funds. This cooperative agreement between the City, Caltrain, and VTA was approved by the City
on December 9, 2024. The City is also working with State representatives to preserve the CalSTA, Transit,
Intercity Capital Program funding awarded for the project, which is currently being reconsidered for reduction
the Governor’s budget.
Parking Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Management and
(PL‐16002)
$292,811 $627,247 Office of Transportation Procurement Spring 2025
Project Status: This project provides funding for the design and installation of the Comprehensive Parking Permit
Citation Management System. The all‐inclusive system is a tool staff will utilize in the management of parking
for eight parking permit programs and associated on and off‐street parking citations. An RFP to solicit
vendor was issued the last week of June 2024. Interviews for the final three candidates were completed
December 2024.
Quarry Road
Transit
Access
(PL‐16000)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,282,050 $1,682,068 Office of Transportation Design Fall 2026
Project Status: This project provides funding for the planning, design, and construction of bicycle and pedestrian
along Quarry Road between El Camino Real and Welch Road, including, but not limited to, upgraded
lanes and crosswalks, innovative intersection treatments for bicyclists, and improved access to transit
Railroad Grade
and
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$4,501,430 $11,735,179 Office of Transportation Pre‐Design Fall 2025
Project Status: This project is a community‐based process to advance the railroad grade crossing circulation study
Improvements and context sensitive solutions study envisioned by the City Council for the Palo Alto Avenue crossing. It will also
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
(PL‐17001)fund the preparation of a Project Study Report and environmental analysis that will be required for the City to
its goals of advancing grade separations. The project will perform preliminary engineering design, conduct
related studies, and prepare environmental documents for the improvements. This project is currently on
while the City is considering quiet zone implementation for interim conditions, and staff will initiate the
plan development for grade separation at this crossing in 2025.
Traffic Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Intersection $$550,512 Office of Transportation Design Summer 2025
Project Status: This project will provide traffic intersection accessibility improvements at four identified locations
the City to enhance traffic congestion relief efforts. These modifications may include the addition of new
and curb ramps; accessible pedestrian system (APS) push buttons; updating existing 8” traffic signal
heads to 12”; video detection for improved operations; and implementation of Automated Traffic
Performance Measures (ATSPM) for ongoing data collection and operational/safety analysis. Funding for
project will be provided by 2016 Measure B Local Streets and Roads (LSR) grant funds. Since the City’s
condition index (PCI) is above 70, the City is eligible to use this funding for traffic congestion relief
(PL‐25001)
University Ave Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$461,353 $1,625,909 Public Works Design Summer 2027
Project Status: This project includes a study to reconfigure University Avenue between Alma Street and Middlefield
to adapt the public realm to maximize pedestrian and bicycle use, reduce congestion, and enhance the retail
activity, while maintaining two‐way vehicular access, parking opportunities, delivery and
zones, ride share spaces, and other amenities including performance space. Council awarded a professional
contract for CSW/Stuber‐Stroeh Engineering in February 2022. The project uses a phased approach with
1 consisting of public outreach, conceptual design, preliminary environmental studies, and financial
Staff presented an alternatives analysis and a preferred streetscape concept plan to Council on
(PE‐21004)
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
December 18, 2023. Council did not approve the plan and directed staff to identify additional concept alternatives
Council discussion. Staff conducted additional outreach to the Retail Committee, Stakeholder Working Group,
received input from Council on June 3, 2024. On December 9, 2024, Council approved staff’s recommended
concept plan. Staff will seek Council approval for a consultant contract amendment in early 2025 for
2 services, including preliminary design, environmental review, and Engineer’s Report for an Assessment
Recurring Projects
and Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$14,400,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
of Transportation N/A Recurring
Transportation
(PL‐04010)
Project Status: This project funds the Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Update effort, which kicked off
fall 2023 and is scheduled to be completed by fall 2025. This project also includes the implementation of various
bicycle and pedestrian projects, such as the design and construction of bicycle boulevards, enhanced
shared‐paths, bicycle parking, pedestrian improvements, and quick‐build implementation of the City’s
2012 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan.
Parking District
(PL‐15003)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$180,457
Status: This project introduces additional parking permit programs throughout the City. One aspect of this
is to update City Council‐approved Residential Preferential Parking (RPP) ordinance language to establish
and streamlined procedures and processes to implement RPP districts through the process outlined in
Code 10.50.
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
of Transportation N/A Recurring
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
Safe Routes
School
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$610,103
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Office of Transportation N/A Recurring
(PL‐00026)Project Status: This project enables the City’s Safe Routes to School program, including school commute planning,
activities, and capital improvements along local and collector streets that may be impacted by
commute activities. The capital improvements include traffic calming devices, enhanced crosswalks, and
signage along suggested safe routes to school. The community engagement and planning process for
construction of the South Palo Alto Bikeways project began in FY 2021. The project will implement buffered
protected bike lanes on East Meadow Drive from Alma Way to Fabian Way, Fabian Way from East Meadow
to East Charleston Road, and widen and repave the Waverley Avenue Bike Path between East Meadow Drive
Charleston Road. Staff was notified of the award of a “Safe Streets for All” grant in spring 2024 to pilot the
Palo Alto Bikeways concept plans on East Meadow Drive and Fabian Way. In FY 2024, this project funded
to improve school access and safety. In addition, this project supported a secondary school needs
to identify middle and high school education and encouragement programs and to query the Safe
Partnership for the resources to support these programs. This project will support the demonstration
local match and pre‐grant activities in FY 2025.
Traffic Signal
Intelligent
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$994,336
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
of Transportation N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project includes design and construction of traffic signals, traffic signal communications
detection, and data projects for transportation use, and maintenance of the City’s traffic signal central
system. The project includes the replacement of traffic signal controllers and cabinets, video
systems, accessible pedestrian buttons, and related field equipment. Design for traffic signal safety and
improvements at the intersection of San Antonio Road and Charleston Road is nearing 100%
Staff is finalizing the plans and will be preparing bid documents for construction to be released in fall
with construction anticipated to begin in spring 2025. Staff is in the process of updating the Centralized
Management system servers to improve operational functions and system security. An IFB for the Quarry
(PL‐05030)
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Traffic and Transportation Projects Status as of December 2024
Road Traffic Signal and Intelligent Transportation System upgrade project is anticipated for spring/summer
Staff continually provide traffic signal modifications, installations, and upgrades throughout the City.
Transportation
Parking
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$442,611
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
of Transportation N/A Recurring
Improvements
(PL‐12000)
Project Status: This project implements miscellaneous parking and transportation related improvements
neighborhood traffic calming, neighborhood traffic studies, minor striping and signs installation, and
improvements. This project also funds the development of grant proposals used to procure funding for
projects. For the traffic calming project in the Crescent Park neighborhood, City Council approved
with the design of permanent improvements in November 2023. Staff has procured the services of
consultant to design improvements and conduct community outreach. In addition, staff initiated an
and Traffic Survey to select roadway segments to study prevailing speeds and review traffic conditions
order to establish and/or certify posted speed limits. Staff is also working on the quiet zone project for all
crossings along the Caltrain corridor. A quiet zone study was performed for the Palo Alto Avenue and
Street crossing in collaboration with City of Menlo Park in 2022. Staff has retained the services of the
to design final improvements at this crossing. The design plans are currently at 70% and are being
by CPUC, Caltrain and FRA for feedback and comments that will be incorporated to develop final PS&E
procure necessary permits. In addition, staff procured the services of the consultant to conduct a study for
of quiet zones at the other three crossings of Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road.
$200K Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan is funded via this project but will be reimbursed up to
by a federal grant. The plan will target eliminating traffic deaths and life‐changing injuries on local streets.
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Airport Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Airfield Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Electrical $0 $5,789,450 Public Works Design Summer 2030
Improvements
(AP‐19001)
Project Status: This project is for the design and construction of electrical improvements and installation of LED
at the airport runway and taxiway. This project has not received FAA funding and is currently on hold.
Airport Access Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Road $0 $3,700,002 Public Works Design Summer 2027
Reconstruction
(AP‐24000)
Project Status: This project is for the design and reconstruction of the pavement on Embarcadero Way, which is
main access road for airport businesses and the Air Traffic Control Tower at the Airport. The Airport did not
FAA funding for this project and the project is currently on hold.
Airport Layout Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Plan $1,179,551 $ 967,100 Public Works Construction Summer 2025
(AP‐21000)Project Status: This project provides updates to the Airport Layout Plan, also known as the Long‐Range Facilities
Sustainability Plan, including a narrative report and environmental study. The Airport received funding for a
I portion of this project in fall 2020. The airport conducted five public meetings for the project, and additional
are currently being planned for this project. Phase I is approximately 95% complete, and Phase II is
75% complete. This project is currently on hold, and the completion date is unknown.
Airport Parking Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Lot Electric
(AP‐24001)
$0 $28,993 Public Works Design Summer 2026
Project Status: This project will install electric vehicle charging stations in the Airport customer parking lot. The
is currently unable to offer electric vehicle charging to its customers, but there is increasing demand for
charging capability from Airport tenants. This project has been delayed as the Airport explores further
options.
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Airport Projects Status as of December 2024
Airport Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Temporary
Buildings
(AP‐22001)
$947 $431,005 Public Works Procurement Winter 2025
Project Status: This project provides funding for the installation and Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E) of
temporary modular buildings at the airport to provide adequate office space for airport staff as well as
space for the public. This project has been delayed while the Airport explores further funding options.
Airport Zero Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$192,546 $377,696 Public Works Completed Summer 2024
Vehicle Fleet Project Status: The Airport vehicle fleet will be replaced by three zero emissions vehicles (ZEV), to be supported
three electric charging stations. The van is used for the transportation of airport guests and passengers and
safety by minimizing foot traffic on the airport apron. The truck is used as a maintenance, first response,
operations vehicle. The ZEV fleet will include one passenger vehicle and two trucks. FAA funding was received
fall 2023, for the fleet replacement. The Airport received delivery of a new electric truck in fall 2024 which
both airport vehicles with electric vehicles.
(AP‐23000)
Automated
AP‐19000
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$43,677 $1,588,533 Public Works Design Summer 2025
Project Status: This project provides a new weather information system to be installed at the Palo Alto Airport.
Airport has applied for FAA funding and is waiting for the grant agreement to start design. The Airport received
bid for the project and is submitting a grant application to the FAA. It is anticipated that funding for the project
be received in spring 2025.
Recurring Projects
2024‐2028 – Airport Capital Improvements Program Projects: There are no recurring projects scheduled at this time.
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
115 kV Electric Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$742,639 $ 1,364,625 Utilities Pre‐Design Summer 2027
(EL‐06001)Project Status: This project will perform a technical feasibility study to determine the general project requirements
establish a 115 kV electric intertie line and construct a 115/60 kV substation to connect the City's electric system
to the 115 kV transmission line at an additional location. Staff did not receive California Independent
Operator’s (CAISO) commitment to support this interconnection. Staff has retained the services of a
to evaluate the options available to the City. Staff submitted CPAU electric load forecast and proposal
an additional 115 kV transmission line in October 2024 to CAISO for review and acceptance. Staff expects a
from CAISO by June 2025.
Colorado Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Distribution
Outlet
(EL‐22002)
$10,576 $400,000 Utilities Construction Fall 2025
Project Status: This project is for the installation of a new underground duct bank and cable at Colorado Substation.
installation will improve reliability for all Colorado circuits. The design was completed in spring 2024 and
will begin by summer 2025. Council approved the contract in April 2024 and an order for the material
been issued. The construction is delayed due to the procurement of the 12 kV pad‐mount switches. In
construction is being coordinated with the fiber hut installation which is expected to be installed by June
Colorado Power Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$4,468,548 $11,293,873 Utilities Design Fall 2027
Equipment
(EL‐19001)
Project Status: This project is for the upgrades to equipment at the Colorado Power substation. In FY 2022 staff
the evaluation of existing equipment and will proceed with replacing the COP‐3 115 kV/60 kV
bank and the 115 kV breaker. Engineering is continuing to work on the design RFPs and construction
for contract services to complete substation projects. The station’s service voltage transformers (SSVT1) was
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
purchased and installed. The 60 kV Bus 1 & 2 Potential Transformers (PT) have been purchased for their eventual
Colorado Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Substation Site
(EL‐19002)
$275,777 $1,416,912 Utilities Design Fall 2025
Project Status: This project will make modifications to the substation driveways and fence to provide adequate
and egress for utility vehicles used for maintenance and repair. Staff has prepared an overall master plan
Colorado Substation to include all proposed improvements. Detailed designs for lighting, driveway, fences,
and an improvement of oil containment have been prepared. The Planning Department approved the Utility
design in May 2024. Engineering staff are currently preparing the IFB for construction. Bid opening
been delayed until spring 2025 due to recent staff changes.
Foothills Rebuild Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
(Fire Mitigation)$8,503,110 $14,999,581 Utilities Construction Fall 2025
(EL‐21001)Project Status: This project will rebuild the approximately 11 miles of overhead line in Foothills Park, as necessary
mitigate the possibility of wildfire due to overhead electric lines. This could include the utilization of more robust
or construction practices, rerouting to avoid vegetation and improve access for inspection and
or converting the overhead lines to underground where feasible. Two proposals were received for
project and both proposals were rejected because they did not provide an option to underground existing
electric lines. Substructure for Phases 1 and 2 are completed while Phase 3 substructure installation is
in progress. Phase 4 construction is currently paused for an easement relocation from Mid‐Peninsula
Space. Construction will resume in early 2025 when the easement paperwork is completed. Phase 5
installation along Arastradero Road is currently in progress.
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$350,153 $300,000,000 Utilities Construction Winter 2030
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Grid Project Status: This project will provide the City with an electric infrastructure adequate to support the City’s goal
Modernization of 100% electrification and 80% carbon emissions reduction by the year 2030. To attain the 100% electrification
for Electrification scenario, the City must maximize use of electric energy and phase out carbon‐based end uses such as natural gas
(EL‐24000)appliances and internal combustion vehicles. The electric system must be updated to meet the needs of
and older components in the distribution infrastructure must be replaced to mitigate chances of
the system. Examples of assets to be replaced are distribution and substation transformers,
distribution circuits. A Pilot area was designated and engineering staff in conjunction with a
have completed the distribution system design for the Pilot area, with a handful of power poles replaced
installed as initial construction efforts start to take shape. Starting in FY 2025, this project will incorporate and
the scope of work from the following projects into one CIP: Coleridge Cowper Tennyson 4/12kV
(EL‐14000), Hopkins Substation 4/12 kV Conversion (EL‐20000), Rebuild Underground District 15 (EL‐
and Rebuild Underground District 16 (EL‐13003). Engineering design in the Pilot area is complete and
is in progress. Fifty‐five (73%) poles out of the seventy‐five targeted for replacement have been
in the Grid Modernization Pilot area, with the remaining twenty poles slated for replacement by
2025. Additionally, 428 (47%) of the 908 homes in the Pilot area are ready for electrification, with another
homes in line to be connected to the upgraded infrastructure by the end of April 2025.
Hanover Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Substation
(EL‐24001)
$220,986 $15,000,000 Utilities Completed Fall 2024
Project Status: This project installed two 12 kV 50 MVA transformers to replace two 4kV transformers that served
Page Mill Road and make all substation improvements necessary to accommodate the installations.
three to four years are spent on a substation upgrade. Project construction is 100% complete and new
substation transformers and switchgear have been successfully tested and commissioned and released
the Utility Operations group. Final project close out and settlement of the Public‐Private Partnership Contract
the City and Tesla remain.
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Inter‐Substation
Line Protection
Relay
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$371,146 $1,805,866 Utilities Construction Summer 2027
Project Status: This project replaces the existing HCB pilot wire relays with a new microprocessor line differential
relay to protect the city’s 60 kV sub‐transmission line sections and equipment from damage due to
(i.e. short circuits) on the 60 kV line sections. This project is being done in phases, with design and
happening concurrently on the different phases. Construction of these improvements relies on work
by other projects to install fiber optic connections. Engineering design for segments Colorado
to Adobe Creek substation, Park Boulevard substation to Quarry substation, and Maybell substation to
Boulevard substation is in progress. A test plan is being written to prove the equipment will work as designed.
Quarry to Park substation segment is delayed due to resources and is expected to be completed fall 2025. Park
Maybell segment is still in progress, fiber installation is complete, and completion is expected winter 2026. Staff
completed the testing and verification of a fiber optic transfer switch proof of concept project required to
with replacement of HCB relays at COP.
(EL‐17005)
Rebuild Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Underground
24
(EL‐10006)
$1,949,767 $2,240,451 Utilities Design Fall 2025
Project Status: This project rebuilds and replaces the underground electric system in Underground District 24, the
bounded by Lytton Avenue; Bryant Street; Forest Avenue; and Alma Street. The engineering design will be
in spring 2025. Construction will follow in fall 2025.
Smart Grid
(EL‐11014)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$12,387,759 $19,430,985 Utilities Construction Spring 2025
Project Status: Council approved the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) with Sensus on October 18, 2021.
project includes replacement of 30,000 electric meters and retrofit of 20,800 water and 24,200 gas meters
radio endpoints to transmit meter data to the AMI network. The proof‐of‐concept phase including AMI
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
network installation, meter testing, and system integration will occur between January 2022 and August 2023. Full
is anticipated to run from September 2023 through April 2025.
Substation Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,568,954 $7,312,009 Utilities Pre‐Design Summer 2028
Replacement
(EL‐17002)
Project Status: This project replaces high voltage circuit breakers that interconnect the nine electric substations
two power switching stations that are reaching the end of their useful life and are now underrated for their
This project is being done in phases, with design and construction happening concurrently on the different
Staff completed the construction on the first phase and is working to procure a multi‐year contract with
contractor to complete the design and replacement of the remaining breakers. Staff is working on the design RFP
the construction IFB for contract services to complete substation projects. Lead times for circuit breakers are
at around 18 months.
Substation Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Physical Security $3,093,299
(EL‐16003)
$7,397,072 Utilities Construction Winter 2025
Project Status: This project installs facilities providing physical protection for nine electric substations from
and intrusion. The installation for the first phase was completed for seven of the nine substations in
2024. The bid package for the 2 nd phase and final two substations is being prepared for
Construction is to be completed by summer 2026.
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Recurring Projects
Communications Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
System $45,733 $100,000 Utilities N/A Recurring
Improvements
(EL‐89031)
Project Status: This project installs high frequency coaxial cable, fiber optic cable, and related equipment to
communications services for traffic signal coordination, telephone links, computer data transmission, and
Electric Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. This project is funding a portion of the
phase of an expanded Utilities fiber optic network. The contract for design of this network was approved
Council in June 2020. Staff installed 48F FO Cable between Maybell MB and PBS Park Boulevard substations in
Aerial Innerduct for pilot wire relay protection.
Electric Customer Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A RecurringConnections$2,202,541 $2,700,000
(EL‐89028)Project Status: This project installs services, transformers, and meters for new customers; upgrading of existing
temporary service connections; and overhead and underground extensions for new or existing
Projects are in many stages of design and construction to provide temporary and permanent power
residential and commercial customers in Palo Alto.
Electric System
(EL‐98003)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$1,567,547 $2,980,070
Status: This project consists of various projects that replace deteriorated facilities or install protective
devices that improve the Electric Distribution System. Projects are in many stages of development to replace
transformers, replace poles, replace overhead wires, and install protective devices to improve service reliability.
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
Electric Utility Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$68,397 $165,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Information
(EL‐02011)
Project Status: This project enhances the citywide Geographical Information System (GIS). The project scope
on‐going maintenance/technical support of the existing GIS system and implementation of the new GIS
ESRI.
SCADA System Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$136,591 $225,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
(EL‐02010)Project Status: This project upgrades the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system hardware.
completed the upgrade of the servers used for monitoring the utility substations and equipment for 2024.
next hardware and software upgrade is currently in progress at the factory and work will occur in winter 2025.
Substation Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$29,240 $400,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
Improvements
(EL‐89044)
Project Status: This project makes improvements to facilities at the electric substations in Palo Alto. Staff is
on the replacement of Remote Terminal Units (RTU) at various substations, upgrading gravel and
60 kV air switches, and reconfiguring steel trusses and associated devices. Engineering is working on
and construction for contract services to complete substation projects. Staff has completed the
of capacitor cans and fuses at Adobe Creek, the procurement and replacement of 12kV Alllis
circuit breakers at Hansen Way (7ea) and Hanover (9ea) as well as completed the installation of new
meters at Hansen Way (22/23) and Colorado (20/21). The design of new Nexus meters at Hansen Way
is in progress.
Substation Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$262,000 $300,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
Improvements
(EL‐89038)
Project Status: This project makes improvements to equipment used at electric substations to protect the
equipment and circuits emanating from the substation from damage due to faults (i.e. short circuits)
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Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
on the electric system. Staff issued a task order with Soudi Consultants to review and revise protection settings
training on the commissioning of Park Boulevard relay.
Underground
Rebuild
(EL‐16001)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$0 $350,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project replaces underground electric equipment in areas that were originally installed
that are not part of an Underground District. Staff is working to identify areas where the age of the
cables is a high priority for cable replacement. To date, this includes areas in the Stanford Research Park,
Road, and along East Bayshore Road. New areas have been identified, and progress has been made
the development of the project. Projects are in many stages of development to replace underground
cables, vaults, and to install protective devices to improve service reliability.
Wood Pole
(EL‐19004)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget
$533,613 $750,000
Status: This project will fund the annual replacement of deteriorated wood power poles. CPAU staff and
contract consultants are continuously working on pole replacement designs for construction. Replacement of
poles in the Grid Modernization Pilot area is the top priority.
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
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Fiber Optics Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Fiber Optic
(FO‐16000)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$29,789,313
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities Design December 2026
Project Status: This project is for the System Capacity Improvement that rebuilds portions of the "dark" fiber optic
around Palo Alto. In September 2022, Council approved the City’s fiber expansion plan including
of a new fiber backbone and a phased buildout of a fiber‐to‐the‐premises network. The Fiber Optic
System Rebuild CIP will be replaced with new Fiber Backbone and Fiber‐to‐the‐Premises (FTTP) CIPs in FY
Staff has hired a consultant to complete the Fiber Backbone and FTTP conceptual design. The conceptual
has been completed the contract has been amended to complete the design and all provide documentation
for procurement of a construction contract. Staff is updating fiber databases and reviewing the current
of fiber strands in order to determine what sections of the Fiber Backbone should be upgraded first. Due
the Fiber to the Premises pilot and Wildfire Mitigation project in the Foothills, materials and resources have been
from this project. Staff anticipates restarting this review phase of the new fiber backbone in July 2025
the Foothills undergrounding, grid modernization pilot, and FTTP pilot are completed. As the FTTP pilot expands
Phase I, staff will be designing and constructing the new Fiber Backbone in phases and in alignment with Grid
with a tentative completion of the phase 1 Fiber Backbone by end of December 2026.
Fiber to the Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Design Winter 2030Premises$53,550 $ 20,000,000
Project Status: This project will build Fiber‐to‐the‐Premises (FTTP) to deliver broadband (high‐speed internet) for
and businesses in the City of Palo Alto. As the City builds the FO‐16000 ‐ Fiber Optics Network ‐ System Rebuild
has divided up the City into smaller sections for a phased approach of the Fiber‐to‐the‐Premises project.
Staff has proceeded to combine the Phase 1 Fiber‐to‐the‐Premise design with a Grid Modernization
covering the same area. Staff is capitalizing on inherent synergies between the two projects, as well as taking
of economies of scale deployment that can be realized as a result of combining the two projects. Staff has
with an Engineering firm to produce design drawings and specifications. The City is implementing a pilot
(FO‐24000)
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Fiber Optics Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
during Phase 1 of the FTTP project to evaluate various new technologies and to assess various construction
to closely align with Grid Modernization and inform on future phases of deployment. In conjunction
the grid modernization pilot, FTTP make‐ready work such as pole replacements and installation of messenger
is being performed. The remaining FTTP pilot construction including fiber lashing and fiber distribution
is scheduled to begin in February 2025 and customers in the pilot area are tentatively scheduled to be
in July 2025.
Recurring Projects
Fiber Optics Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
Connections
(FO‐10000)
Project Status: This project enables the installation of fiber optic infrastructure for new service connections.
are developed as needed to meet customer requests for leasing of fibers on the Dark Fiber system. There
been seven new customer inquiries in the first half of FY 2025. The City is partnering with a non‐profit agency
a dark fiber licensing agreement to provide fiber broadband service to customers in the foothills area.
Fiber Optics Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project improves the reliability within the fiber optic network system. As part of the City’s
Improvements wildfire mitigation plan, this project will add new fiber conduit and substructure in the foothills to support city
(FO‐10001)infrastructure and improve telecommunication and connectivity in the open space. This project will rebuild
11 miles of overhead electric and fiber lines in Foothills Nature Preserve. Staff have completed the
of 7,000 feet of fiber. Staff will also be extending the fiber backbone from Dahl reservoir to
reservoir. The foothills project is scheduled to be completed by summer 2025.
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Gas Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Gas Line Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$ 0 $1,000,000 Utilities Design
Status: This project is for the design of the Arastradero Creek to address a creek bed erosion project that exposed
an 8” natural gas pipeline and threatened the integrity of a 16” potable water pipeline and 16” sanitary sewer pipeline.
The project will address requirements outlined by the Water Board in the City emergency work permit to re‐bury the
exposed 8” gas pipeline. The design is expected to finish by winter 2026, with construction beginning in summer 2026.
Project Completion
Fall 2026Repair at
(GS‐25001)
Gas Main
$3,929,943
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$11,409,309 Utilities Construction
Project Completion
Spring 2025
Project 24
(GS‐14003)
Project Status: This project enables the design and construction to replace approximately 20,100 linear feet (which
1.9% of the City's Gas distribution main system) of distribution main and 260 gas services constructed mainly
PVC on various streets within the University Park and Crescent Park neighborhoods. Release of the project for bidding
been delayed, to include the Town & Country Village scope. This project was split into GMR24A and GMR24B.
(Stanford Shopping Center) was completed in spring 2023. GMR24B construction started in winter 2024, is
80% complete, and is anticipated to be complete in spring 2025.
Gas Main
$15,525
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase
$8,743,849 Utilities Design
Project Completion
Fall 2026
Project 25
(GS‐15000)
Project Status: This Gas Main Replacement (GMR) project replaces approximately 26,000 linear feet (which represents
of the City’s Gas Distribution System) of leaking, inadequate sized, and structurally deficient gas mains and services
on various streets in the neighborhoods of Community Center, Leland Manor, Midtown, and Palo Verde
Staff identified problematic mains and services by researching maintenance and leak histories, analyzing
of the entire Gas Distribution System, and considering risk ratings of the Distribution Integrity Management
A federal grant application was submitted in August 2023, and the City was awarded $16.5 million in grant funding
this project. Staff is currently completing the Tier 2 Environmental documentation to meet federal grant requirements
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Gas Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
before it can be released through purchasing for construction bids. The Grant Agreement is anticipated to go before
in January 2025. The project is on track for construction to begin in summer 2025.
Recurring Projects
Gas Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$484,530 $1,166,723 Utilities
Status: This project enables Gas Distribution System improvements that include increasing distribution system
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Improvements capacity for load growth, replacing deteriorated capital facilities, reconfiguring and adding and improving service
(GS‐11002)reliability, and conducting research related to performance of the gas distribution system or its various components
general improvements to the system. The City must continuously evaluate service reliability needs and make
to the system to maintain top level service to City customers and to minimize potential economic losses
to service interruptions. In the first half of FY 2025, City crews completed the replacement of various gas services
valves throughout the system and replaced leaking ten inch steel gas valves on the Waverley Street bridge crossing
Matadero Creek.
Gas Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$80,226 $100,000 Utilities
Status: This project purchases polyethylene (PE) fusion equipment and tools, directional boring/locating
equipment and tools, and general shop equipment and tools. The equipment needs to be upgraded on an annual basis
to safely operate and maintain a natural gas distribution system and to ensure operators’ safety and productivity. In the
first half of FY 2025, no new equipment purchases were completed.
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
RecurringEquipment
Tools
(GS‐13002)
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Gas Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Gas Meters Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$365,663 $688,545 Utilities
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Regulators
(GS‐80019)
Project Status: This project provides replacement of the existing gas meters and regulators annually. The coordination
gas meters and regulator replacements with gas meters identified to be replaced under the AMI contract, which is
gas meters that are twenty‐five years or older. The gas meter replacement program ensures the accuracy of
consumption measurement, reduces possible revenue loss due to under‐registered gas, and provides customers with
monthly bills. Replacement of aged gas meters and regulators is on‐going. The next major replacement of
and regulators will be coordinated with Gas Main Replacement Project 25 (GS‐15000) and the Advanced Metering
project.
Gas System,Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$584,034 $700,000 Utilities
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Connections
(GS‐80017)
Project Status: This project enables the Gas Distribution System to be extended to provide gas service to new customers
augment service to customers with increased natural gas demands. Improvements include new mains, services,
regulators, meters, and accessories in order to meet changes in existing customer service demands and respond
changes in gas service requirements due to new development or redevelopment. This project is funded partially from
by customers. City crews completed 22 gas service installations, 4 gas service relocations and 65 gas
demolitions in the first half of FY 2025.
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Stormwater Management Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Corporation
System
and
Station
(SD‐21000)
Prior Years Actuals
$340,827
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$4,146,554 Public Works Design Spring 2026
Project Status: This project incorporates a design of a new small pump station with a 25 cubic feet per second
and upgrades 700 linear feet of pipe to 30‐inch diameter High Density Polyethylene pipe. The existing
does not have the force needed to discharge storm flows into the Adobe Creek. Adding a pump station in
of the outfall and upsizing the storm pipe will eliminate the routine flooding along East Bayshore Road and
runoff from a 10‐year storm event. Staff secured an easement for the pump station from adjacent property
The consultant completed the design of the project in June 2024. Due to poor bid results combined with
construction costs, a third IFB is scheduled to be advertised in December 2024.
East Meadow
System
Prior Years Actuals
$440,133
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$663,551 Public Works Completed Summer 2024
Project Status: This project added approximately 404 linear feet of new 24‐inch high density polyethylene (HDPE)
be parallel to the existing 36‐inch pipe within East Meadow Drive to increase the capacity of the storm drain
This project includes upsizing manholes based on new pipes and reconnecting laterals from private
and catch basins. A construction contract was awarded in October 2023, and construction began in
2023. The project was completed in September 2024, after additional storm drain‐pipe replacement
as part of the Storm Drain Rehab project (SD‐06101) were completed.
(SD‐22000)
East Meadow Prior Years Actuals
$333,087
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$634,016 Public Works Completed Summer 2024
Connection to
Creek
Station
(SD‐26000)
Project Status: This project installed approximately 506 linear feet of 15‐inch pipe and manholes along East
Circle. The upgraded line will eliminate flooding that occurs within East Meadow Circle when the water
within Barron Creek is higher than the flap‐gate, and flows are not able to drain into the creek. The new 15‐
HDPE line extension allows flows to drain away from Barron Creek and into Adobe Creek, where they can be
The project also includes a small bioretention area to treat low flow runoff within East Meadow Circle
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Stormwater Management Projects Status as of December 2024
before discharging into either creek. A construction contract was awarded in October 2023, and construction began
November 2023. The project was completed in September 2024 following additional storm drain‐pipe
locations as part of the Storm Drain Rehab project (SD‐06101).
Hamilton
System
Prior Years Actuals
$
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$6,152,539 Public Works Design Summer 2026
Project Status: This project adds approximately 3,700 linear feet of new 48‐inch high‐density polyethylene (HDPE)
and manholes on Hamilton Avenue to increase the capacity of the storm drain system. This project proposes
upsize the pipes to divert some flows away from Newell Road System and toward the 96‐inch line near Greer
that would have otherwise drained towards Channing Avenue by adding storm pipe on a section of the 1500
of Hamilton. As a result of the December 31, 2022, flood event, the project includes upsizing the existing 12‐
line on Alester Drive for additional storage capacity. The design and project documents are underway. The
design is approximately 70% complete.
(SD‐25000)
Trash Capture Prior Years Actuals
$762,720
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$818,837 Public Works Completed Summer 2024
Installation
(SD‐22002)
Project Status: This project involved the design and construction of a large trash capture device (TCD) to be
in the planting strip along Embarcadero Road located in front of the Palo Alto Baylands Golf Links parking
The TCD will be integrated into a 36‐inch storm pipe to capture trash as small as five millimeters from a section
the storm drain system prior to discharging to the San Francisco Bay. The 189‐acre drainage area treated by the
consists of 169 acres of commercial and office land use in the City’s jurisdiction and 20 acres in the California
of Transportation (Caltrans) right‐of‐way. Caltrans provided funding for the project construction, while
City will take on the maintenance per an interagency agreement. Construction began in summer 2023 and was
October 1, 2024.
Prior Years Actuals
$424,398
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$2,881,017 Public Works Design Spring 2026
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Stormwater Management Projects Status as of December 2024
West Bayshore Project Status: This project incorporates the design and construction of a new small pump station with 15 cubic
Road Pump
(SD‐20000)
feet per second capacity. Installing a new pump station will allow storm flows to be pumped into the Adobe Barron
confluence while adding a pump station in advance of the outfall would eliminate the routine flooding along
Bayshore Road and allow the system to convey runoff from a 10‐year storm event. Staff secured an easement
the pump station from adjacent property owners. The consultant completed the design of the project in June
Due to poor bid results combined with high construction costs, a third IFB is scheduled to be advertised in
2024.
West Bayshore Prior Years Actuals
Road Trunk Line $44,554
Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$2,424,006 Public Works Design Spring 2026
Improvements
(SD‐23000)
Project Status: This project replaces approximately 1,400 linear feet of existing 15‐inch diameter pipe with 36‐inch
High Density Polyethylene pipe. These improvements along with the new West Bayshore Road Pump Station (SD‐
20000) will eliminate the routine flooding along West Bayshore Road and allow the system to convey runoff from
a 10‐year storm event. Staff secured an easement for the pump station from adjacent property owners. The
consultant completed the design of the project in June 2024. Due to poor bid results combined with high
construction costs, a third IFB for the project is scheduled to be advertised in December 2024.
Recurring Projects
Green
Stormwater
Infrastructure
(SD‐22001)
Prior Year Actuals
$77,092
Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,819,870 Public Works N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project provides funding for Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) projects and the integration
GSI features in the design and implementation of planned CIP projects supported by other funds. GSI mimics the
environment to slow, spread, infiltrate, and filter pollutants from stormwater runoff through native or
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Stormwater Management Projects Status as of December 2024
engineered soils or other pervious material rather than discharging it directly into the storm drain system, creeks,
the Bay. Types of GSI include bioretention areas, flow‐through planters, tree wells, and pervious pavement to
stormwater runoff. The FY 2024 budget is allocated as a match to fund the balance of a GSI project partially
by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and for constructing a bioretention area as part of the
Meadow Circle Connection to Adobe Creek pump station project (SD‐26000) in spring 2024. SD‐26000 has
completed, while a request for proposals for the EPA‐funded project will be released in spring 2025.
Storm Drainage Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,650,239 Public Works N/A RecurringSystem$598,188
Replacement
(SD‐06101)
Project Status: This project provides for annual replacement and rehabilitation to maintain the integrity of the
drain system, including deteriorated storm drain piping, manholes, and storm drain inlets. The rehabilitation
replacement of broken corrugated metal pipe with High Density Polyethylene pipe. Based on recent pipe
that occurred in early 2023, storm drain pipes at seven locations (Forest Avenue, Embarcadero Road,
Drive, Middlefield Road, Newell Road, and Alexis Drive) were replaced as part of CIP projects SD‐22000 and
SD‐26000. A construction contract was awarded in October 2023 and construction was completed in September
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Wastewater Collection Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Wastewater Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$0 $3,000,000 Utilities Construction Summer 2026
Rehabilitation
32
Project Status: This project designs and constructs high priority main and lateral replacements, which reduces inflow
rainfall and infiltration of groundwater into the collection system. The project will replace approximately 5,200
feet (which represents 0.5 percent of the City’s Wastewater Collection System) for streets in the Middlefield
Webster Street, Santa Rita Avenue, and N. California Avenue neighborhoods. The project will be comprised of
identified in video inspection work or through maintenance records as deficient and in need of replacement.
will be given to areas identified by Public Works as targeted work zones ensuring coordination between
(WC‐20000)
Recurring Projects
Sewer
Lateral/Manhole
Rehabilitation
and
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$875,500 Utilities
Project Phase Project Completion
$688,486 N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project replaces defective sewer laterals, cleanouts, manholes, backwater devices, and equipment
support these activities to maintain the Wastewater Collection System, as well as to comply with the Sanitary Sewer
Plan (SMP). Information collected during routine annual maintenance activities is used to prioritize work. The
work performed will also help to reduce both sewage blockage and the City's treatment expenses to treat
or groundwater infiltration. A new three‐year construction contract was approved in FY 2023 to replace
sewer laterals. In the first half of FY 2025, two sewer lateral replacements were completed under this
Replacement
(WC‐99013)
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Wastewater Collection Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Sewer System,Prior Year Actuals
$386,388
Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$450,000 Utilities
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Connections
(WC‐80020)
Project Status: This project installs sewer lateral connections and additions or extensions of existing mains to serve
customers and to respond to changes in sewer requirements due to redevelopment. Old existing non‐plastic
laterals with condition deficiencies per Utilities Operations’ criteria are required to be replaced in accordance
the latest 2022 WGW Standards. In the first half of FY 2025, eleven new lateral connections were performed.
Wastewater Prior Year Actuals
$44,679
Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$90,000 Utilities
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Equipment and Project Status: This project provides funds to procure new general equipment and new tools. In the first half of FY
no new general equipment or tools was procured.
(WC‐13002)
Wastewater
System
Prior Year Actuals
$133,144
Current Year Budget Implementing Department
$200,000 Utilities
Project Phase
N/A
Project Completion
Recurring
Improvements
(WC‐15002)
Project Status: This project implements improvements to the Wastewater Collection System by increasing system
for growth, flow monitoring, hydraulic modeling and system analysis, load simulations, asset management
and assessment, system infiltration analysis, and sanitary sewer overflow monitoring and reduction. Part of
project funds the Sewer Master Plan Study, which is evaluating the City’s existing wastewater collection system,
and flow patterns to determine system capacity to meet current and future flows and recommend and prioritize
improvement projects where needed. The consultant contract was approved in November 2023 and work
in December 2023. The project completed calibrating the collection system model in fall 2024 and is beginning
run the model to quantify existing system flows and buildout system flows. Project completion is anticipated in
2025.
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Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Local
(WQ‐19003)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$ $67,138,041
Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Design Winter 2027
Project Status: This project enables the design and construction of an Advanced Water Purification Facility to further
the quality of the tertiary‐treated recycled water by ultrafiltration followed by reverse osmosis to reduce the
of total dissolved solids. The water reuse partnership agreement with Valley Water and Mountain View provides
million in funding from Valley Water grant funding for a portion of the project costs and a State low‐interest loan
the design and construction phases. Mountain View agreed to pay the remainder of the capital costs associated
this project. The design is completed and staff issued an IFB in fall 2024. The project is in the process of receiving
building permit while financial agreements with funding agencies are being finalized. Construction is expected to
in spring 2025.
Headworks Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$55,820,790
Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Pre‐Design Fall 2032
Replacement
(WQ‐16002)
Project Status: This project replaces the existing two outdated influent pump stations and their associated equipment
ancillary systems, including the suction and discharge piping manifolds, valves, electrical and controls system,
equipment, grit handling equipment, pumps, flow meters and yard piping. The consultant is currently
the preliminary design to finalize the design criteria. At the preliminary design conclusion, either the same
a different consultant will be selected to perform detailed design.
Horizontal
Pilot
(WQ‐22001)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department
$754,625 Public Works
Status: This project consists of the design, permitting, and construction of a horizontal levee pilot system. The
will utilize treated wastewater to create a transitional brackish habitat on the Bayside of a future flood control
located in the Palo Alto Baylands, adjacent to the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP). Information
data collected by this pilot system could support broader implementation of horizontal levees as green
Project Phase Project Completion
Fall 2029
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Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
infrastructure components in larger flood control levee improvement projects within Palo Alto and beyond. The project
design, CEQA review, conducted several stakeholder outreach events, created a project webpage, obtained
construction permits from resource agencies, received a recommendation from the Parks and Recreation
and obtained Council approval of the Park Improvement Ordinance as well as a Cooperative Agreement
project partners. The project is currently onboarding a construction management firm, preparing for required
and coordinating future community engagement activities including BioBlitz and King Tide Walks. The San
Estuary Partnership/Association of Bay Area Governments will be posting the project for solicitation in early
Joint Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$12,590,181
Status: This project will rehabilitate 2,364 linear feet of the 60‐inch and 72‐inch diameter Joint Intercepting
Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Summer 2025
Rehabilitation Sewer (JIS) trunk line leading to the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP). The entire trunk sewer line,
(Phase 1)
(WQ‐24000)
constructed in 1972, is approximately 9,000 feet long consisting of thirteen manholes and three junction structures.
JIS conveys raw wastewater mainly from the City of Mountain View, City of Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and a portion
Palo Alto, which accounts for more than half of the RWQCP’s influent flows. A construction contract was awarded
winter 2024. Construction is 23% complete and is scheduled to be completed by summer 2025.
New Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$17,051,434
Status: This project was originally envisioned to replace the existing plant laboratory and environmental
Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Pre‐Design Fall 2030
Environmental services offices. Staff is currently revising space planning assumptions as the City and RWQCP are investigating the
Services
(WQ‐14002)
potential acquisition of a property adjoining the RWQCP and have put further design efforts on hold. The original design
was terminated in March 2021. Solicitation for engaging a new consultant for detailed design will begin after
planning and siting analysis are completed as part of the Long‐Range Facilities Plan Update.
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Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Recommendations from the Long Range Facilities Plan Update, anticipated to be completed in winter 2027, will help
the direction the RWQCP will pursue to address this item.
Outfall Line
(WQ‐19000)
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$18,237,754
Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Summer 2027
Project Status: This project consists of the construction of a new parallel outfall pipe to convey final plant effluent to
Francisco Bay. A re‐design of the pipeline is needed to accommodate a potential future runway shift at Palo Alto
Staff is currently working with the Airport staff and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to gain FAA
for the pipeline construction and permanent easements on Airport property. The re‐design is anticipated
begin in 2025, moving immediately to construction upon design completion.
Secondary Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$193,322,311
Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Summer 2028
Project Status: This project upgrades the Secondary Treatment process at the RWQCP. The existing Secondary
process has two main components, the Fixed Film Reactors (FFR) and the Activated Sludge (AS) Process.
project includes the reconstruction of the AS process, rehabilitation and reconfiguration of the AS Aeration Basins,
elimination of the FFRs, addition of denitrification capabilities, and replacement of equipment beyond its useful
Construction began in winter 2023 with the completion of new nitrification denitrification treatment and
of the FFR’s is expected in 2028. Construction is still in progress with much of the underground support
in place. Reconfiguration of the first AS Aeration Basin is completed with the basin and is anticipated to
online in winter 2025.
(WQ‐19001)
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Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Recurring Projects
Plant Master Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
N/A Recurring
(WQ‐10001)Project Status: This project enables the ongoing program management support for major capital projects. Current tasks
developing scopes of work, evaluating consultant proposals, coordinating project management activities,
State low‐interest loans for multiple projects, and updating partner agreements. The consultant provides
for the projects associated with the Long‐Range Facilities Plan (LRFP) update.
Plant Repair,
and
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department
Works
Project Phase Project Completion
Recurring
Project Status: This project enables the assessment, repair, and retrofit of the RWQCP’s concrete and metal structures;
Replacement the replacement of necessary equipment and ancillary facilities, including electrical equipment/systems, to maintain
(WQ‐19002)treatment reliability and existing infrastructure; and the replacement of large diameter flow meters built into the
treatment system on sewers, pipes, and water lines. Design of the 12 kV Electrical Loop Upgrade Project
completed in spring 2022. A construction contract for phase 1 was executed in winter 2023 and completed in fall
A construction contract for Phase 2 was executed in fall 2024 and is scheduled to be completed by fall 2026.
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Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
One‐Time Projects
Water Main
29
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$9,307,828
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Utilities Completed Summer 2024
Project Status: This project funded the design and replacement of structurally deficient water mains and
Mains are selected by researching the maintenance history of the system and identifying those
are undersized, corroded, and/or subject to breaks. The project scope includes approximately 7,500 linear feet
represents 0.6 percent of the City’s Water Distribution System) of mains and services on various streets
the City, including areas in the Evergreen Park and Ventura neighborhoods. Construction started in
2023 and was completed in September 2024.
(WS‐15002)
Water Main
30
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget
$9,809,000
Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Design Spring 2026
Project Status: This project will fund the replacement of structurally deficient water mains and appurtenances in
Year 2026. Mains are selected by researching the maintenance history of the system and identifying those
are undersized, corroded, and subject to breaks. The project scope includes approximately 10,000 linear feet
represents 0.8 percent of the City’s Water Distribution System) of mains and services on various streets
the City, including areas in Midtown/Midtown West, Palo Verde, and Green Meadow neighborhoods. The
is approximately 50% complete at the midpoint of FY 2025.
(WS‐16001)
Water Recycling Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Pre‐Design Fall 2027Facilities$710,106 $852,674
(WS‐07001)Project Status: This project allows the City to hire a consultant to prepare a business plan, prepare preliminary
and secure funding options for an expansion of the existing recycled water delivery system in the City. The
pipeline is one of several water reuse projects being considered in the Northwest County Recycled Water
Plan. One Water Plan development is underway to evaluate alternative water supplies, define existing
future uncertainties and supply risks, and identify community needs and priorities. Funding contribution from
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Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
the Water Fund to the Recycled Water project has ended and funding for Operations and Maintenance will be
for budget cycle FY 2027.
Water Tank
Upgrade $9,944,241
Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Construction Fall 2028
and
(WS‐09000)
Project Status: This project for Seismic Water System Upgrades includes seismic upgrades at the Montebello,
Corte Madera, Park, Boronda, and Dahl Reservoirs in compliance with the American Society of Civil
(ASCE 7) seismic codes. Mayfield Reservoir was seismically retrofitted in 2011. Seismic upgrades of
and Montebello Reservoirs were completed in 2016 and 2018. The new concrete Corte Madera Reservoir
completed in April 2022. The Park Reservoir and Dahl Reservoir Tanks are scheduled next for retrofit or
An Engineering and structural assessment of Park Reservoir was completed in spring 2023, and Dahl
will be assessed in 2025.
Recurring Projects
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Distribution
(WS‐11003)
$161,813 $975,388 Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project enables improvements to water distribution system deliverability and reliability. Typical
include installing restraining joints at critical pipelines and bridge crossings, increasing the size of
facilities, system leakage surveys, network modeling, and fire flow studies or other system
as required. Continuous evaluation of system needs and making required improvements is
to maintain adequate quantities of quality water, meeting local, state, and federal safe drinking water
The Pump Station Painting project to paint the five foothill pump stations was completed in May 2024.
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Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Services for a full system leakage survey of the water distribution system will be solicited in 2025 and the work is
to be completed by 2026.
Water, Gas,
GIS Data
(WS‐02014)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$249,154 $578,800 Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project enables contracts related to Utilities GIS (Geographic Information System) needs. AME
is heavily utilized by Utilities Engineering staff to update the utility information in GIS. The updated
is used by various City staff, such as marking/locating underground utilities to comply with USA
Service Alert) requirements; developing design drawings for pipeline replacement projects; verifying
underground utilities during construction activities; creating customized utility map books for field crews
on‐call personnel to meet their specific needs. Annual surveying contracts collect GPS points of existing above‐
utility features within CIP project areas. The data being collected continues to be used to correct the GIS
Accurate utility data helps the design to select new pipe alignment to minimize construction conflicts
provides data for additional road feature linework to be corrected in the older GIS/AVEC database via ESRI.
Water General Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
Equipment/Tools $0.00 $100,000 Utilities N/A Recurring
(WS‐13002)Project Status: This project acquires new equipment and tools, the replacement of existing fusion equipment, and
associated tools. The fusion equipment is used to fuse together pipe joints in the City's water distribution
Equipment and tools are required to be upgraded on an annual basis to maintain high quality standards
the installation of the City's water distribution mains, along with the associated service standards and worker
and productivity measures. There were no purchases of equipment or tools in the first half of FY 2025.
Water Meters Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
(WS‐80015)$2,801,577 $367,440 Utilities N/A Recurring
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Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Project Status: This project enables the purchasing of meters for new customers, upgrading meters for current
installing meter bypasses, and replacing obsolete meters that are no longer repairable. This funding
allows for annual testing and calibration of selected meters to maintain meter accuracy and reliability. During
AMI implementation process, approximately 50% of the meters will be replaced, with a focus on meters more
twenty years old. Staff is currently testing large diameter meter sets. Staff continues to test additional larger
meters.
Water Service
Hydrant
(WS‐80014)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$152,163 $412,000 Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project replaces system control valves, deteriorated galvanized service lines, lead goosenecks,
fire hydrant valves and assemblies per the Fire Department’s flow testing, upgrades fire hydrants in main line
project areas, replaces damaged fire hydrants, and replaces existing undersized or deteriorated
water services on an as needed basis. Staff has been working on an extensive valve audit and to date have
and evaluated approximately 74% of the City’s 6,500 water valves. This project will be increasing work to
inoperative and leaking valves identified during this audit process. This project will be increasing work to
inoperative and leaking valves identified during this audit process. In addition, the City will be doing
work to look for possible lead whips in our distribution system as we continue to comply with the new
and copper rule revisions (LCRR).
Water System
(WS‐80013)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$1,187,207 $960,500 Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project allows for improvements that include new main extensions, valves, domestic services,
on upgraded services, backflow devices, fire services, and fire hydrants. System extensions are required to
service to new large developments and to serve existing customers requesting expanded service on
Services projects. A total of 70 water services were installed in the first half of FY 2025.
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Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2024
Water System
(WS‐11004)
Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion
$4,133,706 Utilities N/A Recurring
Project Status: This project evaluates and improves the City’s water distribution system on an as‐needed basis. This
includes piping modifications, equipment replacements associated with water delivery, supervisory control
upgrades, system modifications for water system quality compliance, conditional assessment of the
of transmission mains, and security system installations. The water system includes the connection
between the City’s and the San Francisco Public Utility Commission’s pipelines, emergency water wells
the City’s pumping stations, water reservoirs, and pipelines. Security cameras will also be added to various
pump stations, and turnouts as part of the Security Cameras project. Two new generators have been
and will be deployed in FY 2025.
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List of Completed Projects
Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
Airport Zero Emission
AP‐23000 Vehicle Fleet Replacement
This project provided the funding to replace existing support vehicles used by Airport staff with
emission vehicles. The Airport received delivery of the final new electric truck in fall 2024
replaced both airport vehicles with electric vehicles.
Procurement Airport Airport Summer 2024 $377,696.00
276,461.00
205,627.00
Program
This project provided funding for the identification and implementation of a long‐term repair
to damage caused by aquatic borers to the Lucy Evans Baylands Interpretive Center’s
pilings. The project received permits from the San Francisco Bay Regional Water
Control Board, Bay Conservation and Development Commission, United States Fish and
Services, and United States Army Corps of Engineers. Project construction was
in October 2024.
Baylands Boardwalk Piling Buildings andPE‐24000 Construction Public Works
This project upgraded and renovated safety and accessibility features at Cameron Park with a
PG‐14002 Cameron Park Improvements primary focus on the park playground improvements. The Cameron Park Improvements Project Parks and Open Community Fall
were completed in November 2024.
This project provided a complete Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) to renew cost estimates of
deferred maintenance, planned maintenance, capital renewal and electrification costs of city
City Facilities Assessment
PE‐20002 and Record Plan
facilities over the next 30 years.ꢀ A detailed list of buildings for electrification has been analyzed
determine prioritization to help meet SCAP goals. The data has been updated into the City of
Alto’s newly customized Infrastructure Management System to provide long range capital
based on the results of the FCA. The Record Plan Management System is being
through TE‐13004. The project reached completion in fall 2024.
Buildings andConstruction Public Works Fall 2024 $333,134.00
Management Systemꢀꢀꢀꢀ
This project added 407 linear feet of new twenty‐four inch high density polyethylene (HDPE) to
parallel to the existing thirty‐six inch pipe within East Meadow Drive to increase the capacity
the storm drain system. This project included upsizing manholes based on new pipes and
laterals from private property and catch basins. Project was completed in
2024.
East Meadow Drive System Stormwater
ManagementSD‐22000 Construction Public Works
Works
Summer 2024 $636,405.00
This project installed 506 linear feet of fifteen‐inch pipe and manholes along East Meadow Circle.
upgraded line will eliminate flooding that occurs within East Meadow Circle when the water
within Barron Creek is higher than the flap‐gate, and flows are not able to drain into theEast Meadow Circle Stormwater
ManagementSD‐26000 Connection to Adobe Creek creek. The new fifteen‐inch HDPE line extension allows flows to drain away from Barron Creek
Pump Station and into Adobe Creek, where they can be pumped. The project also included a small bioretention
to treat low flow runoff within East Meadow Circle before discharging into either creek. The
was completed in September 2024.
This project included both the design and construction of a large trash capture device (TCD)
in the planting strip along Embarcadero Road located in front of the Palo Alto Baylands
Links parking lot. The TCD was integrated into a thirty‐six inch storm pipe to capture trash as
as five millimeters from a section of the storm drain system prior to discharging to the San
Bay. The 189‐acre drainage area treated by the TCD consists of 169 acres of
and office land use in the City’s jurisdiction and twenty acres in the California
of Transportation (Caltrans) right‐of‐way. Construction was completed October 1,
Trash Capture Device Stormwater
ManagementSD‐22002 Construction Public Works Fall 2024 $818,837.00
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
This project installed two 12 kV 50 MVA transformers to replace two 4kV transformers that
1501 Page Mill Road and make all substation improvements necessary to accommodate
installations. Project construction is 100% complete and new Hanover substation
and switchgear have been successfully tested and commissioned and released to
Utility Operations group. Final project close out and settlement of Public‐Private Partnership
between the City and Tesla still remain.
Hanover SubstationEL‐24001 Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2024 $15,000,000.00
This project funded the design and replacement of structurally deficient water mains and
Mains are selected by researching the maintenance history of the system and
those that are undersized, corroded, and/or subject to breaks. The project scope
approximately 7,500 linear feet (which represents 0.6 percent of the City’s Water
System) of mains and services on various streets within the City, including areas in
Evergreen Park and Ventura neighborhoods. The project was completed in September 2024.
Water Main Replacement
29WS‐15002
‐24000
Construction Water Utilities Fall 2024 $9,307,828.00
This project installed a new automated gate at the Baylands Nature Preserve main entrance. The
gate was manually opened and closed by staff each day for public access. The scope of
included an electrical transformer, trenching, wiring, and gate automation equipment. The
started June 24, 2024 and reached substantial completion on June 30, 2024.
Baylands Nature Preserve
Gate
Parks and Open Community Spring 2024
The Charleston Arastradero Corridor was reconfigured to provide new landscaped median
bulb outs, enhanced bike lanes, traffic signal improvements, and new street trees to
the new lane configurations that were approved for permanent retention. Phase 1
Road between Foothill Expressway to Clemo Avenue), Phase 2 (Charleston Road
Alma Street to Middlefield Road) and Phase 3 (Arastradero Road from Los Palos Avenue to
Camino Real, Charleston Road from El Camino Real to Alma Street and from Middlefield Road
San Antonio Road) have all been completed as of spring 2024.
Charleston Arastradero
Project
Traffic and
TransportationPE‐13011 Construction Public Works Spring 2024 $20,788,951.00
This project funded the design and construction of high priority main replacement work, which
inflow of rainfall and groundwater into the collection system. The project replaced
11,000 linear feet (which represents 1.0 percent of the City's Wastewater
System) for El Camino Real from Page Mill Road to Cesano Court, and Page Mill Road
Ramos Way to Ash Street. The project wais comprised of mains identified in video
work or through maintenance records as structurally deficient and in need of
The work was in Caltrans (El Camino Real) and the County of Santa Clara (Page Mill
right‐of‐way. Construction was completed May 5, 2024.
Wastewater Collection
WC‐19001 System Rehabilitation Wastewater Utilities $8,635,244.00
Augmentation Project 31
This project enabled the design and construction for new protective coatings on each of the four
primary sedimentation tanks, with replacement of worn rotating parts and mechanical
electrical equipment. These tanks were installed in 1972 and the recoating project will will
the concrete life for another thirty years. Substantial completion was achieved on June 1,
Primary Sedimentation Tank WastewaterWQ‐14003
‐07000
Construction Public Works Spring 2024 $20,449,644.00
This project for Water Regulation Station Improvements included seismic upgrades, piping
and other various upgrades to increase the structural reliability of two of the
turnouts with SFPUC. Work under this project includes Seismic Upgrades of California
and Page Mill Road Turnouts. Structural evaluation for restraining the Page Mill turnout
piping was included in the design. The construction was completed in May 2024.
Water Regulation Station Water Utilities
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
This project incorporated renovations to the Utilities Water Gas Wastewater (WGW) office space
the Municipal Service Center (MSC). The new work area includes a small reception area, a
kitchen and printer area, additional offices and cubicles, upgrades to the HVAC
lighting improvements and fire life safety systems upgrade. Construction was completed
April 2023.
Water, Gas, Wastewater
Remodel
Buildings andPE‐19001 Construction Public Works Spring 2023 $1,234,354.00
This project provided funding for the replacement of all extrication tools for the Fire
Extrication tools, also known as "Jaws of Life", are used to rescue victims of car
and other emergencies where the victims are trapped in confined spaces. Equipment
purchased in winter 2023 and the project is complete.
Buildings and Fire
DepartmentFD‐22000 Extrication Tool Replacement Procurement
This project has replaced approximately 18,600 linear feet (which represents 1.6% of the City's
distribution system) of mains and 265 services on various streets in the City, including
in the Duveneck, St. Francis, Barron Park and Charleston Meadows neighborhoods.
started in April 2022 and the project was substantially completed in spring 2023.
Water Main Replacement
28WS‐14001 Water Utilities 10,305,619.00
This project included the design and construction of high priority mains with structural defects
could not be addressed with routine maintenance. The wastewater mains on various streets
the City were replaced with approximately 10,000 linear feet of HDPE sanitary sewer mains
associated laterals in the Ventura, Charleston Meadows, Fair Meadow, and Palo Verde
The project achieved substantial completion in April 2023.
Wastewater Collection
WC‐17001 System Rehabilitation Wastewater
Augmentation Project 30
This project included the design and reconstruction of the Palo Alto Airport apron. The need to
the aircraft parking apron is critical to airport safety. Construction Phase I was
in November 2017. Construction Phase II was completed in winter 2020.
on Phase III reached substantial completion in June 2023
Airport ApronAP‐16000 Construction Airport Airport Spring 2023 $41,563,570.00
This project replace rubberized and synthetic turf surfacing in the playground and replace play
Magical Bridge Playground equipment including swings, climbing net, and playhouse. An IFB was issued in November 2021 Parks and OpenPE‐21003 Rubber and Synthetic Turf and Council awarded a construction contract in spring 2022. Installation of rubberized and
surfacing, replacement of climbing nets and renovation of the playhouse took place in
2022. Project was completed in December 2022.
Public Works Fall
Resurfacing
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
This project designed and constructed approximately 21,700 linear feet (which represents 1.9%
the City's Gas distribution main system) of distribution main and 320 gas services constructed
of PVC material on various streets within the Midtown, Evergreen Park, Ventura, College
Charleston Terrace, and Research Park neighborhoods. Construction began in winter
was completed in summer 2022
Gas Main Replacement
23GS‐13001 Construction Gas Utilities Summer 2022 $7,951,858.00
This project replaced the entire complement of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs)
City facilities and emergency response vehicles, which currently totals 93 AEDs. The
process was completed in fall 2021. The new AEDs were purchased and deployed in summer
Automated External
Replacement
Buildings and Fire
DepartmentFD‐21000
‐17000
Procurement Summer 2022 $237,500.00
This project replaced the existing MSC roofs. The existing asphalt and gravel roofs have reached
end of their useful life and needed to be replaced. The new roofs will meet current cool
codes to optimize energy efficiency. Construction was completed in November 2022.
Municipal Service Center A,
& C Roof Replacement
Buildings and Public Works 2,013,475.00
This project installed capacitor banks at electric substations and on distribution lines to ensure
Northern California Power Association Power Factor requirements are met. Capacitor banks
EL‐16002 Capacitor Bank Installation were installed at Hanover Avenue, Hansen Way, Maybell Avenue, and Park Boulevard
Substations. The project was substantially completed in June 2022 and will be commissioned
and energized in summer 2022.
Construction Electric Spring 2022 $1,050,443
Facility Relocation for
EL‐17007 Caltrain Modernization
Project
The Utilities Department removed the overhead lines allowing for the installation of the
Catenary System above the rails for the Caltrain Modernization. This project was
in spring 2022
Construction Utilities Spring 2022 $3,055,472
This project upgraded safety, site amenities, playground facilities, a new restroom, irrigation,
and ADA accessibility improvements at Rinconada Park. These improvements were
in the Rinconada Long Range Plan (LRP). Phase 1 of construction started in August
and construction was completed in spring 2022.
Rinconada Park Parks and OpenPE‐08001 Public Works
This project reconfigured the distribution circuits to the substation transformer at Quarry
EL‐14005 Reconfigure Quarry Feeders Substation. Design of QR 27 feeder replacement was completed in spring 2021. Construction Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2021 $792,034
was completed in December 2021 .
This project provided for the relocation of the Junior Museum and Zoo to Cubberley for two
while a new JMZ was being built, tenant improvements to the Cubberley Auditorium and Buildings and CommunityAC‐18001 JMZ Renovation then removal of tenant improvements post‐construction. Construction of the new Junior
and Zoo started in June 2018 and was completed in late 2021. The new Junior Museum
Zoo was opened to the public on November 12, 2021.
2,927,870.00
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
This project included a systems analysis and repaired the water proofing system in the High
and Bryant Street parking garages. Water proofing repairs were completed in the High
parking garage. Additional funding was added and the contractor completed
repairs in the subterranean stairwells in the Bryant Street garage in fall 2021.
High and Bryant Street
PE‐18002 Garages Waterproofing and Buildings andConstruction Public Works Fall 2021 $264,235.00
Repairs
As part of the 2014 Council Infrastructure Plan, this project designed and constructed a new
bridge across Highway 101 at Adobe Creek. Council approved a contract with Granite
in November 2019. Construction began in January 2020. The project construction
on November 20, 2021, with a ribbon‐cutting ceremony and a community
Highway 101 Pedestrian
Overpass Project
Traffic and
TransportationPE‐11011
‐12001
Construction Public Works Fall 2021 $22,889,453
This project undergrounded the existing overhead utility systems in the area along the 400 block
West Charleston and El Camino Real. Staff completed cable, equipment installation and
of customer service conversions. The construction for the final phase of the project to
two 60 foot tall steel poles and to reconductor the 60 kV sub‐transmission lines was
in the fall 2021.
Underground District 46 Electric Utilities
This project improved the Pearson Arastradero Preserve parking lot by improving the base rock
adding drainage, widening the entrance for safety, and new fencing. This new
will allow the overflow parking area to be open year round. The work was
in May 2021.
Pearson Arastradero
OS‐18001 Preserve Parking lot Parks and Open CommunityConstruction Spring 2021 $170,300
Improvement
Cubberley Community
Master Plan
This project developed the master plan for future use of the Cubberley Community Center site
the City and Palo Alto Unified School District.
Buildings and CommunityCB‐16001
‐19001
This project replaced the Building management System(BMS) controls for the pavilion, Theater,
I, and Gyms A and B boiler rooms at the Cubberley Community Center. The project
the installation of control points for each building along with controllers, valve and
actuators.
Cubberley Building
Systems
Buildings andConstruction Public Works
Fire Ringdown System This project replaced the current ring down system that provides an audible alert of calls in the
stations. Ongoing installations started in 2018 and were completed with Fire Station #3.
Buildings andFD‐14002
‐14000
Construction Fire Departent Spring
Winter
Spring
2021 $400,144
Internal Alarm System The project replaced the citywide internal alarm system. The alarms at City Hall migrated to this
system in FY 2019, but was completed in early 2021.
Buildings and Police
Department
Self Contained Breathing
FD‐20001 Apparatus (SCBA) Air
This project replaced the central air compressor that provides air for the self‐contained breathing
(SCBA) tanks to ensure firefighter safety when entering environments with hazardous Construction
quality.
Buildings and Fire
DepartmentCompressor Replacement
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
Airport Electrical This project replaced the outdated electrical panels for the Palo Alto Airport office rental spaces.
was completed in January 2021.AP‐20000 Construction Airport Public Works Winter 2021 $146,466
This project built the California Avenue Area Parking Garage, as part of the 2014 Council
Plan. The parking garage has 627 parking spaces with 2 basement levels and 4
grade floors. The garage features an automated parking space guidance system, EV
stations, bicycle parking, and motorcycle parking. The garage was opened to the public
December 8, 2020.
New California Avenue Area
Garage
Buildings andPE‐18000 Construction Public Works
Works
50,119,976
This project updated the individual sleeping quarters in the firehouse to address gender issues
privacy concerns. Fire Station #1 was the only fire station in the City that did not have
bedrooms to accommodate male and female firefighters. This project was completed
fall 2020.
Buildings andPF‐14002 Fire Station 1 Improvements Fall 2020 $187,064
This project replaced gas services laterals constructed of Acrylonitrile‐butadiene‐styrene (ABS) or
material on various streets. Council approved funding in June 2019. The project replaced
ABS and Tenite gas services. The WQCP ABS gas service is assigned to Utility Operations for
and the remaining five ABS gas services will be scheduled for replacement once the
‐year moratorium ends on those streets. As of November 2020, this project is complete.
Gas ABS/Tenite ReplacementGS‐18000
‐19000
‐19000
Construction Gas Utilities 2,615,100
This project replaced 1,750 linear feet of storm drain with 48‐inch diameter High Density
(HDPE) pipe and associated catch basins, laterals and manholes. In addition to
work, additional street restoration and concrete work was completed. Work
resurfacing one full lane on Loma Verde from the beginning to the end of the project
replacement of driveways, sidewalk, and 718 linear feet of curb and gutter. The contract
awarded in June 2020, construction work began in August 2020, and was completed in
2020.
Loma Verde Avenue Trunk
Improvements Storm Drain Fall 2020 $2,976,813
This project is part of the City’s recent Seismic Upgrade and Emergency Water Supply and
Projects. The reservoir was drained in 2012 for approximately two years to allow
seismic rehabilitation work to be performed and construction of a new pump station.
hairline cracks were sealed in the reservoir. A geotechnical consultant was hired to Construction
the tank foundation. This study was completed and there were several options
Staff has completed the design and construction of the vent screen replacement and
sealing.
Mayfield Reservoir Subgrade
Venting Repair Water Utilities Fall 2020 $600,000
This project undergrounded the existing overhead distribution system in the area bounded by
Road, Homer Avenue, Webster Street, and Addison Avenue. Installation of
and utility electric system is completed. Where possible, the overhead electric
were removed and poles cut down to the level of the communication lines.
Underground District 47
EL‐11010 Middlefield, Homer,Construction Electric 3,649,356
Webster, Addison
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
This project replaced of 8,972 linear feet of wastewater mains. The sanitary sewer mains,
and manholes to be rehabilitated or replaced in this project are located in the
Meadows neighborhood. Construction started in February 2020 and was suspended
almost 3 months due to COVID‐19 County’s Shelter‐in‐Place Order. The project is complete as
December 2020.
Wastewater Collection
WC‐16001 System Rehabilitation WastewaterConstruction Utilities Fall 2020 $4,434,839
Augmentation Project 29
This project modernized the existing elevators at parking Lot J. The project involves upgrading
interior of the elevators, elevator control interface, call buttons, and meeting current ADA
Construction started in April 2019. Project is complete except for the State final
on the second car. State is behind because of COVID, but the inspection should be
by the end of July 2020.
Parking Lot J Elevator Buildings andPF‐18000 Construction Public Works
Works
Spring 2020 $781,324
This project replaced the existing Fire Station at Embarcadero Road and Newell Road with a new
PE‐15003 Fire Station 3 Replacement structure that meets essential services standards and current program needs. Construction Buildings and 10,080,258
completed in March 2020.
This project included the recoating of four steel tanks. Work under this project was included in
Seismic Upgrade of four Steel Tanks and the three Turnout Projects. Once construction
it was found that the Montebello Reservoir was in very poor condition. Due to escalating Construction
associated with roof replacement, staff decided to complete construction of the
Reservoir and re‐evaluate the remaining three tanks for replacement.
Water Reservoir CoatingWS‐08001
‐13001
Water Utilities Spring 2020 $2,141,172
This project replaced approximately 9,600 linear feet of structurally deficient, aging, or corroded
mains and services along the mains on Sand Hill Road, Oak Creek Drive (5%) and FultonWater Main Replacement ‐
Project 27 Construction Utilities Spring 2020 $7,786,998
This project enabled the design and construction of a high priority wastewater main and lateral
work to reduce inflow of rainfall and ground water into the collection system. The
replaced or rehabbed a total of 7,655 linear feet of wastewater mains located in the
Manor/Garland, Midtown West, and Lower Page Mill/Los Altos Hills areas of the City.
Wastewater Collection WastewaterWC‐15001 System Rehabilitation
Augmentation Project 28
This project met the growing electric needs of the VA Hospital. Staff has had numerous
with VA Hospital on electric load growth at the hospital and anticipated needs from
utility. Much of the cost is reimbursed to the City by the VA Hospital. Staff has prepared
designs for interim solutions and is awaiting additional information from VA to
long range plans to meet their future needs.
VA Hospital ‐ Customer LoadEL‐17003 Design Electric Utilities Spring 2020 $84,984
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Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
This project added electronic security systems at utility sites to protect equipment at electric
water pumping plants, reservoirs, and gas stations from intrusion and vandalism.
and detection systems have been installed at nine electric substations, three water
and one natural gas station to monitor facilities.
Utility Site SecurityEL‐04012 Construction Electric Utilities Spring 2020 $1,644,681
Rebuild Underground District This project rebuilt and replaced the underground electric system in Underground District 19, theEL‐11008
‐18000
Construction Electric Utilities19area bounded by Forest Avenue, Waverley Street, Addison Avenue, and Alma Street.
This project replaced Self Contained Breathing Apparatus equipment (SCBA) used by firefighters
entering hazardous conditions when responding to fire and hazardous materials incidents.
SCBA provides breathable air for firefighters when entering environments where the
is immediately dangerous to life or health. The expected service life for SCBAs is 15
Self Contained Breathing
Replacement
Buildings and Fire
Department Spring 2020 $799,999
This project replaced the entire complement of twenty cardiac monitors in the Department.
with other tools needed for patient assessment and airway verification, cardiac monitors
cardiac activity in patients and provide defibrillation and pacing.
Cardiac Monitor Buildings and Fire
DepartmentFD‐20000
‐16001
Purchase Spring 2020 $850,000
Downtown Mobility and
Improvements
This project included the construction of curb extensions and the installation of new pedestrian
heads and traffic signal modifications in 2019 as part of the Upgrade Downtown project.
Traffic and
Transportation Transportation
Office ofConstruction 1,819,847
This project replaced the Thermal Imaging Cameras (TICs) on all fire and response vehicles used
help identify the location of victims; assess the source of fires, smoke, and heat; to assist in
a plan of action.
Thermal Imaging Cameras Buildings and Fire
DepartmentFD‐20002 Purchase Fall 2019 $99,000
Wastewater Collection
WC‐11000 System Rehabilitation
This project addressed areas that were identified in Wastewater Capital Improvement Project 17
and Video Inspection of the Collection System) as needing rehabilitation. This project
combined with Project 25 and 26(WC‐12001; WC‐13001).
WastewaterConstruction Utilities Fall 2019 $3,131,595
Augmentation Project 24
Wastewater Collection
WC‐13001 System Rehabilitation
Augmentation Project 26
This project was combined with Project 24 and 25(WC‐11001; WC‐12001). All new service
were installed from the new sewer main to the new sewer cleanouts located in the City’s Construction
‐of‐way.
Wastewater
Cubberley Track and Field Parks and OpenCB‐19000
‐14018
This project replaced the synthetic turf field, installed an all‐weather track and a fitness area.Construction Public Works
Baylands Boardwalk Buildings andThis project replaced the existing boardwalk with similar alignment and configuration.Construction Public Works
Works
Winter 2019 $2,123,681
This project improved the Administrative Services Department offices on the fourth floor of City Buildings andPE‐17009 City Hall Floor 4 Remodel
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List of Completed Projects
Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
Lucie Stern Buildings
PE‐14015 Mechanical and Electrical
This project replaced and upgraded the mechanical, electrical, and fire/life safety systems at
Stern Children’s Theater, Lucie Stern Community Theater, and Lucie Stern Community Buildings andConstruction Public Works Spring 2019 $6,142,607
Upgrades
Planning andQuarry Road Improvements This project included planning, design and construction of bicycle and pedestrian improvements Traffic and
TransportationPL‐16000
‐17008
Construction Spring
Winter
2019 $5,148,378and Transit Center Access along Quarry Road.
Utility Control Center This project upgraded the Utility Control Center working environment.Electric Utilities
Gas Main Replacement
22
This project replaced approximately 23,700 linear feet of gas mains and services along University
and other streets in the Downtown North nieghborhood.GS‐12001 Construction Utilities Spring
Spring
Spring
Spring
Summer
2019 $11,658,997
Wastewater Collection
WC‐12001 System Rehabilitation /This project was combined with Project 24 and 26 (WC‐11001; WC‐13001) replacing 45,294 linear
of sanitary sewer mains in university South, Professorville and Old palo Alto neigborhoods.
Wastewater Utilities
Public Works
Utilities
Augmentation Project 25
Dewatering and Loadout This project provides funding for the design and construction of the sludge dewatering facility
truck loadout to retire existing dewatering and sewage sludge incinerators.
WastewaterWQ‐14001
‐12001 Water Main Replacement – This project replaced approximately 11,000 linear feet of aging water mains and services which WaterProject 26 included water main replacement as part of the Upgrade Downtown Project.
This project improved the Planning and Community Environment (PCE) Department offices on
fifth floor of City Hall.
Buildings andPE‐17009 City Hall Floor 5 Remodel Public Works
Baylands Nature Interpretive This project replaced worn out or non‐functioning exhibits at the Baylands Nature Interpretive
Exhibit Improvements Center.
Buildings and CommunityAC‐14001
‐17000
‐14000
Construction Summer 2018 $56,000
250,000
78,000
Mitchell Park Adobe Creek
Replacement
Parks and OpenThis project replaced the existing bridge over Adobe Creek in Mitchell Park.Public Works
Internal Alarm System This project replaced the citywide system of panic alarms from various departments and the
chambers.
Buildings and
Maybell 1&2 4/12kVEL‐14004
‐15001
This project converted circuits 1 & 2 at Maybell substation from 4kV to 12kV.Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2018 $364,796
Security at City Gas Receiving This project equiped the City’s four Gas Receiving Stations with video surveillance systems.Summer
Matadero Creek Storm
SD‐13003 Water Pump Station and This project upgraded the capacity to the Matadero Creek Storm Water Pump Station, which
a low‐lying 1200‐acre area of southeastern Palo Alto.Construction Storm Drain Public Works Summer 2018 $6,685,317
Trunk Line Improvements
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List of Completed Projects
Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department CMR Date
Wildlife Hazard Management The Wildlife hazard Management Plan identified the specific actions the airport will take toAP‐16002 Study
Construction
Study
Airport Public Works Summer 2018 $63,415
4,022,455
167,741
Plan mitigate the risk of wildlife strikes on or near the airport.
Wastewater Collection
WC‐14001 System Rehabilitation This project replaced 16,859 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes on various Wastewater
Augmentation Project 27
Buckeye Creek Hydrology This project analyzed flooding conditions and recommended flood control structures and
and erosion control solutions for the creek located within Foothills Park.
Parks and OpenPG‐15000 Public Works
CalTrain Corridor Video
PE‐17004 Management System This project replaced two existing gateway signs in the right‐of‐way for the California Avenue
district.
Streets andConstruction Public Works
Works
Spring 2018 $1,550,000
Installation
Parking Lot Q Elevator Buildings andPF‐16003
‐13003
This project modernized the existing elevator at Parking Lot Q.
Parks, Trails, Open Space,
Recreation Master Plan parks, trails, open space and recreational programs.
This master plan provided guidance on the recreation and improvement needs for Palo Alto’s Parks and Open Community Fall 627,057
This project developed a plan for short, medium and long range improvements to the regional
PE‐12003 Rinconada Park Master Plan park including the consideration of pathways, new restrooms and playgrounds, new landscaping,Parks and Open CommunityStudy Fall 541,355
and revitalization of underutilized areas within the park.
The project developed an inventory of all City‐owned bridges and culvert structures, condition
cost estimate for rehabilitation, and recommendation for future inspection
assessment and improvements.
Structural Assessment of City Buildings andPE‐13012 Study Public Works Fall 198,529
Wastewater Collection
WC‐11000 System Rehabilitation /
Combined with Project 25 and 26 (WC‐12001; WC‐13001), this project replaced and/or
approximately 42,398 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes, 779
laterals, and 121 sewer manholes.
WastewaterConstruction Fall 3,119,806
Augmentation Project 24
Wastewater Collection
WC‐13001 System Rehabilitation /
Augmentation Project 26
Combined with Project 25 and 26 (WC‐12001; WC‐13001), this project replaced and/or
approximately 42,398 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes, 779
laterals, and 121 sewer manholes.
Wastewater Utilities Fall
Golf Reconfiguration and
PG‐13003 Baylands Athletic Center
Improvements
This project completed the rehabilitation of the Palo Alto Municipal Golf Course, including a new
for the course, new prefabricated restroom, new water‐saving turf and irrigation system,
rebranded the course as the Baylands Golf Links.
Parks and OpenConstruction Public Works Fall 2017 $13,675,177
Gas Main Replacement –GS‐11000 This project combined with GWR 19B & GMR 20 and replaced ABS gas mains and services.Gas WinterProject 21
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List of Completed Projects
Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source
Water
Department
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities
Utilities
CMR Date
This project provided installation of approximately 11,869 linear feet of new High Density
(HDPE) water mains, 232 new HDPE water services, and 15 new fire hydrants within Construction
City limits.
Water Main Replacement –
25WS‐11000 Winter 2017 $5,445,069
The 2015 Water System Master Plan identified present capital improvements and replacement
required to ensure optimal reliability levels of service to the existing distribution and
systems.
WS‐15004 Water System Master Plan Study Water
Wastewater Collection
WC‐10002 System Rehabilitation /
Augmentation Project 23
Combined with Project 22 (WC‐09001). This project replaced and/or rehabilitated approximately
linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes, 554 sewer laterals, and 102 sewer WastewaterConstruction
Street Light System Street
EL‐10009 Light System Conversion
Project
This project converted HPS streetlights to LED and the conversion of approximately 4500
streetlight fixtures.Electric
Sand Hill / Quarry 12kVEL‐13006
‐15001
This project installed new wire to connect circuits QR‐24 and QR‐27 in the Sand Hill/Quarry area. Construction
Electric Substation Battery This project replaced the batteries in all nine of the City's electric substations.
project replaced the synthetic turf at the Stanford/Palo Alto Playing Fields.
Construction
Stanford/Palo Alto Playing Parks and Open CommunityPG‐13001 Fields Soccer Turf
Replacement
Park Maintenance Shop This project renovated and remodeled the Parks maintenance shop for safety and efficienciency Parks and Open CommunityPG‐09003
‐12017
Summer
City Hall First Floor This project installed new elevator control panels and replaced the gray‐painted panels inside the Buildings and Public Works
Works
Works
3,974,963
This project created a temporary main Library to be used while the new one was being Buildings andPE‐11012 Temporary Main Library
The project replaced decking, railings, structural framing members, exterior wood flooring, and
restroom reconfiguration, and provided Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Baylands Nature Interpretive
Facility Improvement
Buildings andPE‐15029 Spring 2017
This project improved the children’s playground and included park amenity upgrades such as
playground equipment, a new retaining wall, surfacing and pathway upgrades, planting
and irrigation renovations, and replaced of damaged wood benches and the
perimeter fence.
Parks and Open CommunityPE‐13008 Bowden Park Improvements Summer
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List of Completed Projects
Season
Completed Completed
Year Total Project BudgetCIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type
Construction
Construction
Construction
Construction
Fund Source Department
Public Works
Public Works
Public Works
CMR Date
Parks and OpenPE‐13020 Byxbee Park Trails This project provided trail and site amenities over the remaining area of the landfill cap.Fall 2016 $334,607
440,000
3,247,248
65,000
This project improved the Utilities Department administrative offices on the third floor of City
It included new carpet, wall reconfiguration, a kitchenette, cabinets, paint, soundproofing,
furniture, doors, and associated building systems.
Buildings andPE‐17002 City Hall Floor 3 Remodel Spring
Lucie Stern Buildings
PE‐14015 Mechanical and Electrical
Upgrades – Phase 1
This project replaced and upgraded the mechanical, electrical, and fire/life safety systems at
Stern Children’s Theater, Lucie Stern Community Theater, and Lucie Stern Community Buildings and Summer
Sarah Wallis Park This project improved site amenities with new concrete pathways, replaced old furnishings, and
landscape with drought tolerant species.
Parks and Open CommunityPG‐12004
This project replaced the perimeter fencing and gates surrounding the Palo Alto Airport
to prevent unauthorized access to the airport runway in accordance with Federal and Construction
standards.
AP‐16003 Airport Perimeter Fence Airport
Storm Drain
Gas
Public Works
Works
2,003,540
Channing Avenue/Lincoln
SD‐11101 Avenue Storm Drain
Improvements
This project installed of 5,800 linear feet of 36‐inch to 60‐inch diameter storm drain along
and Lincoln Avenues over three project phases to increase drainage system capacity.Construction Winter
Summer
Winter
Winter
Gas Distribution System This project included the development, model installation, testing, documentation, and staff
of a natural gas distribution system model.GS‐14004
‐14000 Art Center Auditorium Audio, This project replaced outdated audio visual equipment and furnishings following the
and Furnishings
Buildings and CommunityConstructionauditorium’s use as a temporary library.
This project renovated the Rinconada Pool locker room including the changing area, restrooms,
showers in the women's and men's locker rooms.
Buildings andPF‐15000 Rinconada Pool Locker Room Public Works
This project installed new athletic fields, synthetic turf, field lighting, fencing, a new restroom,Parks and Open CommunityPE‐13016 El Camino Park Restoration scorekeeper booth and storage buildings, an expanded parking lot, new bike and pedestrian Fall $5,611,122
pathways, landscaping, benches, and other amenities.
Notes: ** Final Project Actuals may be different from Total Project Budget amounts Grand Total $434,107,677
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