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ACTION MINUTES
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Regular Meeting
February 10, 2026
The Policy & Services Committee of the City of Palo Alto met on this date in Council Chambers
and by virtual teleconference at 6:00 P.M.
Present In-Person: Lythcott-Haims (Chair), Reckdahl, Stone
Absent:
Call to Order
Public Comment
Action Items
1. Update and Feedback to Staff Regarding Progress and Direction for the Seismic Hazards
Identification and Risk Mitigation Ordinance Update. CEQA Determination: Not a
Project.
NO ACTION
2. Receive an update on changes to the Brown Act and provide recommendations on the
implementation of provisions related to teleconferencing, remote public participation,
translation and interpretation assistance, and expanded outreach; CEQA Status – Not a
Project.
MOTION: Councilmember Reckdahl moved, seconded by Vice Mayor Stone, to recommend the
City Council:
1. Decline the use of expanded alternative teleconferencing for Boards, Commissions, and
Committees (BCCs) as recommended by the Policy & Services Committee,
2. Explore legality of having in-person general public comment at the start of the meeting
and remote public comment at the end of the meeting, in light of remote public
participation requirements dictated by SB707,
ACTION MINUTES
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Policy & Services Committee Meeting
Action Minutes: 02/10/2026
3. Approve the Two-Way Remote Public Access Disruption Policy (Attachment A),
4. Approve staff recommendation regarding reasonable assistance for third party
translation and interpretation services, and
5. Approve staff recommendation regarding outreach efforts.
MOTION PASSED: 3-0
3. City Council Referral: Review and Recommend Updates to the City Council Values
MOTION: Vice Mayor Stone moved, seconded by Councilmember Reckdahl, to recommend the
City Council adopt the below values:
1. Vibrant Community: Cultivate a dynamic community by fostering retail vibrancy,
economic development, engaging public spaces, and a high quality of life for all.
2. Fiscal Responsibility: Exercise disciplined financial management to ensure city revenues
and expenses remain balanced and sustainable, and are fiscally strategic and
responsible.
3. Accountable Governance: Earn public trust through transparent leadership, inclusive
engagement, and open communication.
4. Strategic Innovation: As the birthplace of Silicon Valley, embrace innovation in the
public and private sectors to optimize efficiency and outcomes.
5. Equity & Shared Prosperity: Center equity in every decision, and advance housing,
workforce, and social policies that promote inclusion, socioeconomic diversity, and
opportunity.
6. Climate Leadership & Environmental Stewardship: Lead with urgency on climate action
and adaptation, sustainability, and environmental protection for current and future
generations.
7. Community Well-being & Belonging: Foster a safe, healthy, and welcoming community
where everyone belongs and can thrive physically, mentally, and socially.
MOTION PASSED: 3-0
Future Meetings and Agendas
Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 8:44 P.M.