HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-02-13 Parks & Recreation Commission AgendaPARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Special Meeting
Friday, February 13, 2026
Council Chambers and Hybrid
Mitchell Park Community Center
3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
9:00 AM
Amended Agenda
Parks and Recreation Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by
teleconference/video conference or in person. Information on how the public may observe and
participate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. The meeting will be broadcast live on
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto. Commissioner names, biographies, and archived
agendas and minutes are available at https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Community-
Services/Other-Services/Commissions/Parks-and-Recreation-Commission.
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Meeting ID: 999 3789 9745 Phone: 1(669)900-6833
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an amount of
time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes after the staff’s
presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to
ParkRec.commission@PaloAlto.gov and will be provided to the Commission and available for inspection
on the City’s website three days before the meeting. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are
referencing in your subject line. Multiple individuals who wish to speak on the same item may designate
a spokesperson. Spokespersons must be representing five or more verified individuals who are present
either in person or via zoom. Spokespeople will be allowed up to 15 minutes, at the discretion of the
presiding officer. Speaking time may be reduced if the presiding officer reduces the speaking time for
individual speakers. General public comment will be heard for 30 minutes. Additional public comments,
if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda. Speaking time may be reduced by the Chair to
accommodate a larger number of speakers.
PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only by email
to ParkRec.commission@PaloAlto.gov at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received, the Clerk
will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong cybersecurity
management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not accepted. Signs and
symbolic materials less than 2 feet by 3 feet are permitted provided that: (1) sticks, posts, poles or
similar/other type of handle objects are strictly prohibited; (2) the items do not create a facility, fire, or
safety hazard; and (3) persons with such items remain seated when displaying them and must not raise
the items above shoulder level, obstruct the view or passage of other attendees, or otherwise disturb
the business of the meeting.
TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the meeting is in
progress. The Commission reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, to change the order
of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may be heard before or after the
time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best manage the time at a meeting or to adapt
to the participation of the public.
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CALL TO ORDER
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
CITY OFFICIAL REPORTS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
0.Presentation
1.Introductory Remarks– 10 Minutes
BUSINESS ITEMS
2.Follow Up Discussion of Partnering Norms for Commission/Staff Effectiveness – 30
Minutes
3.Brown Act Refresher – 20 Minutes
4.Annual Review of 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission Accomplishments – 15 Minutes
5.Review and Update Current Priorities – 30 Minutes
6.Break – 10 Minutes
7.Review and Update FY27 Workplan – 45 Minutes
8.Review, Update, and Assign Ad Hoc and Liaison Roles – 15 Minutes
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
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OTHER INFORMATION
The materials below are provided for informational purposes, not for action or discussion during this meeting’s agenda. Written
public comments may be submitted in advance and will be provided to the Commission and available for public inspection on
the City’s website three days before the meeting.
A.Public Comments
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PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1.Written public comments may be submitted by email to
ParkRec.commission@PaloAlto.gov.
2.Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the teleconference
meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom-based meeting.
Please read the following instructions carefully.
◦You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in- browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up-to-date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
◦You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
◦When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
◦When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3.Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, download the Zoom application onto
your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions B-E above.
4.Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the Council.
You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your remarks to
the agenda item and time limit allotted.
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programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
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accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
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