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Home My WebLink AboutStaff Report 2512-5594CITY OF PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL Special Meeting Monday, April 06, 2026 Council Chambers & Hybrid 5:30 PM Agenda Item 14.Approval of FY 2026-2027 Human Relations Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Public Art Commission, and Stormwater Management Oversight Committee Work Plans; CEQA Status - not a project Staff Presentation City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: ACTION ITEMS Lead Department: City Clerk Meeting Date: April 6, 2026 Report #:2512-5594 TITLE Approval of FY 2026-2027 Human Relations Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Public Art Commission, and Stormwater Management Oversight Committee Work Plans; CEQA Status - not a project RECOMMENDATION The Human Relations Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Public Art Commission, and Stormwater Management Oversight Committee recommend approval of their respective Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Work Plans. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On November 30, 2020, the City Council adopted the Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCC) Handbook1, which implemented an annual review and approval of BCC work plans. Each BCC is required to prepare an annual work plan for Council’s review and approval. The annual report should include the results of the prior year’s work plan and should consist of up to three priorities. When applicable, the City Council would like to see metrics of community involvement and participation in meetings and activities included in the work plan. Council may refer additional items to the BCC in response to new developments. If the BCC would like to add an issue for review after an annual work plan has been approved, a prompt request by the BCC Chair to the City Council is required and the item will then be addressed by the City Council as a whole. 1 Boards, Commissions, Committees Handbook: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/5/city-clerk/bcc-handbook.pdf At its December 2, 2024 meeting3, the City Council approved dividing BCC recruitments and work plan approvals into fall and spring cycles. Per the adopted schedule, work plans for the Human Relations Commission, Public Art Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Storm Water Management Oversight Committee are being brought to the City Council for consideration. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: 3 City Council, December 2, 2024; Agenda Item #14; SR # 2409-3480 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83110&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto Human Relations Commission DRAFT – For City Council Review and Approval FY2026-27 Workplan Staff Liaison: Sophie Pigman, Human Services Manager Lead Department: City Manager About the Commission This updated workplan covers the calendar year 2026 (fiscal years 2026 -27) for the Human Relations Commission (HRC). The Commission is composed of 7 members who are residents of Palo Alto. Terms are for 3 years and commence on November 1. See Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Sections 2.16 and 2.22. Current Commissioners • Michelle Kraus (Chair) • Katie Causey (Vice Chair) • Salwa Ansari • Don Barr • Amy Hsieh • Sridhar Karnam • Mary Kate Stimmler Mission Statement HRC Mission: To promote the just and fair treatment of all people in Palo Alto, particularly our most vulnerable populations. By promoting awareness of issues and enabling conversations that enhance inclusion, the HRC strives to create a community where ci vility, respect and responsible actions are the norm. HRC Jurisdiction: Municipal Code 2.22.050 (a) The Human Relations Commission has the discretion to act with respect to any human relations matter when the commission finds that any person or group does not benefit fully from public or private opportunities or resources in the community or is unfai rly or differently treated due to factors of concern to the commission. (1) Public or private opportunities or resources in the community include, but are not limited to, those associated with ownership and rental of housing, employment, education and governmental services and benefits. (2) Factors of concern to the commission include, but are not limited to, socioeconomic class or status, physical condition or handicap, married or unmarried state, emotional condition, intellectual ability, age, sex, sexual preference, gender identity, race, cultural characteristics, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship, and religious, conscientious or philosophical belief. (b) The commission shall conduct such studies and undertake such responsibilities as the council may direct. Prior Year Accomplishments April 2024-December 2025 Goal #1 – Core Responsibilities : Discussed the findings of the Human Services Needs Assessment and determined the Priority of Needs for the FY2026 -27 Human Services Resource Allocation Process (HSRAP), (October 2024). Reviewed and made funding recommendations to Council for 21 two -year HSRAP grants totaling $941,735 to fund critical needs in the community for FY 2026-27 (March and April 2025). A subcommittee of HRC commissioners and city staff served as the review committee for the Emerging Needs Fund. In Fiscal Year 2025 (July 2024 -June 2025), a total of 6 grants totaling $50,000 was approved. Reviewed and made funding recommendations to the Finance Committee for 8 grants totaling $480,000 as part of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding program for Fiscal Year 2025 -26 (May 2025). Hosted the Planning and Development Department’s public hearing on the summary of fiscal year 2024 -25 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Accomplishments and review of the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (C APER), (September 2025). Commission members served as liaison to the following organizations and committees: Palo Alto Police Department, Avenidas, Palo Alto Mediation Program, Project Safety Net, and the R.V. Dweller Collaborative. Goal #2 – Inclusion & Belonging: Conducted a Listening Session with local faith leaders to better understand their needs and the communities they serve (June 2024). Approved HRC support of the Solidarity Celebration Picnic to Commemorate Juneteenth and Eid -Ul-Adha (June 2024). Made reco mmendations for actions stemming from the 2023 Older Adults Learning Series (September 2024). Reviewed and discussed the City Clerk’s Office proposed 2025 City Council Regular Meeting Schedule and the draft citywide list of h olidays and dates of significance (October 2024). Approved support for the Palo Alto Annual Community Ramadan Iftar dinner (February 2025). Adopted a policy on public requests for HRC support (June 2025). Reviewed the training overview for the religious to lerance training to be offered to City staff, boards/commissions, and the City Council (July 2025). Reviewed and discussed the City Clerk’s Office proposed 2026 City Council Regular Meeting Schedule and the citywide dates of significance list (October 2025 ). Approved support for the Mitchell Park Library “Know Your Rights: Information for the Immigrant Community” program (November 2025). Approved a procedure for city staff to request HRC support for internal city events (November 2025). Goal #3 - Public Safety: Conducted the “Creating a Safer Community: Understanding and Defining Hate Crimes” event for the public (October 2024). Approved a resolution stating that the HRC condemns all hate crimes and hate incidents (November 2024). Conducted a “Fraud Prevention” event for the public (April 2025). Conducted a luncheon for local faith leaders to discuss safety concerns and ask questions to the Palo Alto Police Department Chief and Assistant Chief (May 2025). Goal #4 – Public Health: Provided feedback on the draft Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan from the Office of Transportation (January 2025). Goal #5 – Housing, Economic Justice and Development : Hosted the Planning and Development Department’s public hearing for the initial public discussion of Fair Change Housing Policy approaches regarding use of criminal history information in Palo Alto rental housing decisions (October 2024). Conducted the “Know Your Rights: Information for Palo Alto’s Immigrant Community” event for the public (February 2025). Conducted a learning session to hear from Early Childhood Education (ECE) providers and professional s on the current childcare landscape locally and regionally (May 2025). Presentation by the City Manager’s Office on the Local Housing and Homelessness Services Gap Analysis Report. Provided input relating to housing and services for the unhoused as feedba ck to the City Council (June 2025). Conducted a Learning Session on alternative pathways to home ownership (September 2025). Presentation by the Utilities Department on City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) residential programs and service offerings (October 2025). Presentation by Amy Everitt, President of the Golden State Opportunity and Sally Lieber, Vice Chair of the California State Board of Equalization on the Federal and California Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and how it may provide cash support to qu alifying unhoused, low -income, or seniors (November 2025). Presentation by the Palo Alto Mediation Program staff and Mediation Board co -chairs on their programs and services (November 2025). Goal #6 – Climate Change : Presentation by Heart and Home Collaborative and City staff on City services and resources for the unhoused during periods of inclement and cold weather, including warming centers (November 2024). Goal #7 – Learning Sessions (items are also listed under the goals above): Conducted a learning session to hear from Early Childhood Education (ECE) providers and professionals on the current childcare landscape locally and regionally (HEJD, May 2025). Conducted a learning session o n alternative pathways to home ownership (HEJD, September 2025). Goal #8 – Emerging Issues : Received an update on the Public Art Program King Artist Residency (May 2025). Presentation by the Palo Alto Library staff on library services for the community (September 2025). Presentation from local providers on programs and services addressing food insecurity in Palo Alto (December 2025) GOAL 1: Core Responsibilities Funding Programs - Human Services Resource Allocation Process (HSRAP), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emerging Needs Fund. Continue to review and give input to funding decisions. Priority during this workplan cycle includes assisting staff with the HSRAP application process for the FY28 funding cycle. Liaison with partner agencies. Each commissioner is assigned to at least one agency to promote learning and engagement. The partner agencies are Avenidas, Palo Alto Police Department, Project Safety Net, Project Sentinel (Palo Alto Mediation Program), and the R.V. Dweller Service Provider Meeting. Rapid Response – Commission will identify emerging issues in the community, prioritize those that need further attention and elevate any major initiatives, including those that involve significant staff time to the Council for approval. The Commission will also be responsive to future referrals by the Council. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED The funding programs provide human services organizations with essential monetary support to serve vulnerable and underserved residents of Palo Alto. The HRC has the discretion to act with respect to any human relations matter when the commission finds that any person or group does not benefit fully from public or private opportunities or resources in the community or is unfairly or differently treated due to factors of concern to the commission. Ongoing Ad hoc HRC subcommittee and staff time for the funding decisions. Moderate level of staff and ad hoc subcommittee time. During each applicable funding cycle, HRC produces funding recommendations to City Council for HSRAP, CDBG, and the Emerging Needs Fund. Liaisons to a partner agency provide at least one update quarterly to the Commission summarizing engagement with the assigned agency, including identified needs, challenges, and opportunities relevant to the Commission’s work. When emergent human relations concerns arise, HRC leadership initiates timely outreach, as appropriate, to impacted community leaders or organizations for the purpose of listening, expressing support, and understanding community- identified concerns. Information gathered is used to inform Commission awareness and, when appropriate, future agenda items or referrals. N/A HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Provide funding recommendations for HSRAP, CDBG and the Emerging Needs Fund as needed. Meet with partner agencies on a regular and ongoing basis. Respond to emerging issues. Review and provide feedback on the HSRAP application, award process, and metrics of success. N/A GOAL 2: Community Mental Health Support current efforts to address mental health issues in the community with a focus on youth, LGBTQ+, veterans and unhoused individuals. • Learning session on youth mental health and suicide prevention by Project Safety Net, allcove Palo Alto, and other pertinent agencies. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED Increase community awareness of the mental health challenges faced by youth, adults and veterans; and the services available to them and their families. Foster an ongoing community dialogue on how to prevent suicides and overdoses. Spring-Summer 2026 Ad hoc HRC subcommittee and staff time Moderate level of staff and ad hoc subcommittee time. Coordinate with city stakeholders and other non- government organizations to amplify their workshops, outreach, and messaging. N/A HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Conduct the learning session with Project Safety Net, allcove Palo Alto, and other youth mental health service providers. Identify objectives to address mental health issues for LGBTQ+, veterans, and unhoused individuals. N/A GOAL 3: Community Safety Explore and implement avenues to decrease incidences of crimes in the community. • Continue to convene community presentations on fraud prevention. • Continue to convene faith leader meetings on community safety. Provide a space for residents to voice their concerns about the safety conditions in their neighborhood, with an emphasis on areas around schools, and identify ways the HRC can address those concerns. Explore ways in which climate change may disproportionately affect specific populations in the community. • Learning session from the Palo Alto Fire Department, and other relevant city departments, about current environmental disaster mitigation workshops. • Identify ways to mitigate the impacts of environmental disasters on vulnerable populations. AI for Belonging - a ‘transparency baseline’ for city-used algorithms, and a ‘Procurement Guardrail’ policy to ensure city vendors meet our equity standards. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED All individuals who live, work or worship in Palo Alto have the right to do so without fear of verbal or physical abuse or attack. Climate awareness and changes in habits help everyone thrive and special attention should be paid to vulnerable populations. Summer-Fall 2026 Ad hoc subcommittee and staff time. Space, marketing, and event budget for educational programming. High level of staff and ad hoc subcommittee time. Measures may include how many people attend educational programming, specific actions taken by members of the public to combat hate crimes, and the increased reporting of hate crimes. N/A HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Convene community presentations on fraud prevention. Convene faith leader meetings on community safety. Learning session about current environmental disaster mitigation workshops. Providing a space for residents to voice concerns about safety conditions in their neighborhoods. AI for Belonging N/A GOAL 4: Community Engagement Foster a sense of inclusion, belonging, and civic engagement in the community. ● Invite Palo Alto youth advocates to present to the Human Relations Commission regarding their proposed initiative to lower the voting age to 16 in City of Palo Alto elections. ● Host an LGBTQ+ youth and allies leadership day at City Hall showing LGBTQ+ youth and allies not only different resources, but different paths in public service they can take. ● Convene one public input/brainstorming session with local LGBTQ+ nonprofits and advocates to assess what type of pride event the community is interested in, what nonprofits would have capacity to support, what would be needed to make that a reality. ● Implement an annual community nonprofit service provider convening. ● Identify ways to increase community engagement with the HRC, both during and between meetings. ● Respond to the referral from the Policy and Services Committee (12/9/25) to the HRC for consideration of strategies and policies to implement the City’s CEDAW (Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women) ordinance, contingent upon Council’s adoption of the ordinance. The Policy and Services Committee requests both immediate and long-term recommendations. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED All individuals who live, work or worship in Palo Alto have the right to feel included and valued as members of the community. By adopting a CEDAW ordinance, the City provides a legal framework for the protection and support of women in the community. Summer-Fall CEDAW: Spring-Summer 2026. Present recommendations by November 2026. Ad hoc subcommittee and staff time. Space and marketing for programming. Moderate level of staff and ad hoc subcommittee time. Increased community awareness and communications, both online and offline; increased workshops, and learning sessions. CEDAW: Forward recommendations to the City Council. N/A HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE CEDAW: Develop strategies and policies to present to Council. Invite Palo Alto youth advocates to present to the Human Relations Commission regarding their proposed initiative to lower the voting age to 16 in City of Palo Alto elections. Host an LGBTQ+ youth and allies leadership day at City Hall showing LGBTQ+ youth and allies not only different resources, but different paths in public service they can take. Convene one public input/brainstorming session with local LGBTQ+ nonprofits and advocates to assess what type of pride event the community is interested in, what nonprofits would have capacity to support, what would be needed to make that a reality. Implement an annual community nonprofit service provider convening. Identify ways to increase community engagement with the HRC, both during and between meetings. CEDAW: Council- Directed GOAL 5: Housing, Economic Recovery and Development (HERD) Housing, Economic Recovery and Development • Continue to identify roles the HRC can play to provide an equity perspective in ongoing housing initiatives such as meeting housing element goals, Stanford GUP, and the potential shift from the downtown housing advisory group to an SB79 advisory group. • Hold a joint meeting with the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) if ADU “condoization” comes forward. • Continue to support efforts for increased renter protections and access to affordable housing, with a particular focus on seniors. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED Providing active HRC participation in actions to positively affect the lives of unhoused members of the community. During the term covered by this workplan Staff and HRC commissioner time Lower level of staff and adhoc subcommittee time. HRC gives input on relevant housing initiatives that arise. N/A HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Research and identify housing programs that could best address equity and access needs in the community (cross sectional senior, families, low income.). Continue to support efforts for increase renter protections and access to affordable housing, with a focus on seniors. Joint meeting with the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) N/A Parks and Recreation Commission Draft FY2027 Workplan Staff Liaison: Sarah Robustelli, Division Manager Lead Department: Community Services About the Commission The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Commission is to advise the City Council on matters pertaining to the activities of the Open Space & Parks, Golf, and Recreation divisions of the Community Services Department, ns. isFY27 July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027. The Commission is composed of seven officers, or space, and recreation matters. webpage. Current Commissioners • Nellis Freeman (Chair) • Bing Wei (Vice Chair) • Vadim Axelrod • Amanda Brown • Yudy Deng • Shani Kleinhaus • Roger Smith Mission Statement The purpose of the Parks and Recreation Commission is to advise the City Council on policy matters pertaining to the activities of the Open Space, Parks and Golf Division, and the Recreation Division of the Community Services Prior Year Accomplishments • Based on feedback during the December 18, 2024 Special Meeting, the CIP plan was brought back for review and discussion again during January 28, 2025 and feedback was provided on the proposed plan for FY 2026-2030. Park Dedication FY26 • On June 18, 2025, a ribbon-cutting event was held for Fred Eyerly Tower Well Park. Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan (BCCP) Update • Reviewed the draft 2022 BCCP including scope, and next steps • Highlighted gaps, grammatical and technical errors and the need for strengthening conversation actions including monitoring • Evaluated opportunities to strengthen wildlife conversation • Recommended focusing on the action plan Nature Preserve Access Policy • Reviewed whether to restrict or expand access within parks and open space preserves, balancing environmental protection, safety, and recreational use as part of the Nature Preserve Access Policy follow-up. • Evaluated trail conditions and habitat impacts at Pearson-Arastradero Preserve, supported a seasonal, data- informed management approach, and reviewed public input gathered through a 30-day on-site outreach and comment period. • Provided final recommendations on trail management and habitat protection priorities and formally concluded the Ad Hoc Committee’s work following completion of Council- 28, 2025, meeting. Recreation Wellness Center • Collaborated with City staff on stakeholder and community outreach initiatives. • Co-hosted a community meeting with City staff in January 2025 to discuss the proposed center and explore potential locations. • Continued collaboration with the Friends of Palo Alto Recreation Wellness Center Board of Directors, providing updates to the PRC based on relevant input received. • Transitioned to the liaison role as the work is ongoing. Playing Fields • • Advanced a formal recommendation to City Council through the Parks and Recreation Commission at its October 28, 2025, meeting. Racquet Courts Policy Update • Staff and the PRC ad hoc committee completed a comprehensive review racquet sports policies, including field reservations, tennis, and pickleball. • The work included a best-practices policy review of tennis court reservation practices to support resident access, and implementation of pickleball improvements such as striping at Fletcher School/Terman Park and evaluation of multi-use court opportunities. • March 2026 following a twelve-month effort that included two PRC presentations and extensive engagement with tennis and pickleball stakeholders. Middle School Athletics • alternative models would create better programing for the community. • Evaluated contracting out both individual sports and the entire athletics program • in programming to meet the needs of the community. Cubberley Project • Worked with staff on community engagement and activation to increase community awareness and involvement. PROJECT/GOAL 1: CIP Review , Natural Open Space, and y in project selection, and implement best practices -term capital planning and inter-departmental coordination. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- Optimize implementation of the Parks Master Plan 2026-January 2027 Moderate staff time HIGH PRIORITY LOWER COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Review CIP and to ensure alignment with the Master Plan PROJECT/GOAL 2: Park Dedication our community BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- Increase dedicated parkland to provide recreational opportunities, promote the health and well-being of the community, and Moderate staff time (CSD, CAO, Planning, PWE, Real Estate) Recommendation of one or more sites for dedication as parkland .D, -8.1) HIGH PRIORITY LOWER COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Work with staff to assess the suitability of Ventura Community Center (PACCC) for parkland Work with staff to assess the suitability of Rinconada Gardens, San Antonio Avenue at Ponce Drive, Los Altos Treatment Plant Site (wetland area), and Baylands Measure E Site (landfill slope portion). Pursue dedication of Greer Park sewer easement associated with the 2850 W. Bayshore Road development project Review previously identified locations and consider new potential sites for park PROJECT/GOAL 3: Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan (BCCP) BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- Work towards releasing the Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan which was previously developed but not completed guideline, for for environmental infrastructure 2027-FY2028 Moderate to high staff time Continue review of 2022 BCCP and consultant deliverables. PRC recommendation and City Council adoption of the updated BCCP. (Parks Master HIGH PRIORITY LOWER COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE • Continue review of Draft 2022 BCCP as needed • Identify work needed to move forward with BCCP updates as possible and appropriate • implementation. Identify topics appropriate for future amendments or related planning efforts beyond the current BCCP update. Provide additional advisory input as requested by staff or PRC. PROJECT/GOAL 4: Natural Grass Pilot unities to transition from synthetic turf BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- Moderate staff time Natural Grass Pilot City Council for evaluation Engage with stakeholders for feedback HIGH PRIORITY LOWER POLICY UPDATE Work with staff to review and recommend and propose a rubric of success measures for the Meet with stakeholders periodically for feedback PROJECT/GOAL 5: Courts Policy Update BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- Proactive Pickleball and Tennis court management 7 Court reservation policy update recommendation to City Council and tennis courts. HIGH PRIORITY LOWER COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE Meet with stakeholders periodically/monthly if necessary for feedback -residents -day utilization report with hourly breakdowns (tennis and pickleball) - Meet with stakeholders for feedback and review court reservation systems and use policy and recommend an update as appropriate PROJECT/GOAL 6: Cubberley Project Cubberley Project. BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- ecreation and Park facilities for the High level of staff time CSD, ASD, CMO community engagement. 2026 ballot measure. Master Plan recommendation forwarded to City Council for approval HIGH PRIORITY LOWER COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE • Provide input on policy questions related to future use of space. • Advise on near-term site activation strategies. • Support completion of the Cubberley Community Center Master Plan. • Support ongoing community engagement efforts • Work with community stakeholder, like friends of palo alto parks, recreation wellness center, etc. • redevelopment. PROJECT/GOAL 7: Nature Connectivity an and Parks & Recreation BENEFICIAL IMPACTS TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL- ● City Policy analysis and synthesis ● Summary of policy gaps and opportunities ● Best-practice reference summary ● Set of PRC policy recommendations Low staff time raft of policy recommendations to 4.C HIGH PRIORITY LOWER COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE ● Review existing City policies and plans (Comprehensive Plan, Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan, Urban Forest Master Plan, Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S/CAP), and stormwater / green infrastructure guidance and other relevant plans) to assess how biodiversity and pollinator connectivity are addressed. ● Evaluate regional best practices, including Mountain View’s Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan and San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department biodiversity frameworks, to identify applicable policy approaches and available resources for Palo Alto. ● Develop program-level policy recommendations for integration into park planning and capital projects, with emphasis on: ○ Locally native and pollinator-supportive plant standards ○ Habitat continuity across parks, trails, and civic landscapes ○ • Identify opportunities for alignment with related City efforts (e.g., climate, sustainability, urban forestry) to reinforce consistent implementation. 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projection artworks by three world-renowned 3D projection mapping artists on Code:ART also showcased five site-specific installations Beyond the art, Code:ART 2025 offered a Public Art Commissioners played a crucial Three site-specific artworks by artist Peter Wegner Featured image: Space, Time & Palo Alto, 2024 by Peter Wegner Images above: Chance Impression and 100,000 Decisions by Peter Wegner. Both artworks are on permanent display at the Public Safety Building lobby. Wegner’s artworks bring a bold and meaningful artistic presence to the new civic building, reflecting the community it serves. Settlement, by LA-based award winning art and design studio UrbanRock Design, permanently installed in Boulware Park in 2025, is an interactive sculpture that provides casual seating within its wrapped shape. A continuous ribbon-like strip forms itself loosely into a house shape that presents different profiles from various view angles. This sense of forming, becoming, and building references the Ventura Neighborhood as a dynamic place of openness and change. In 2025, artist Aleo Landeta completed their King Residency project centered on the lived experiences of the LGBTQAI+ Informed by their engagement with the LGBTQ+ Community in Palo Alto and beyond Landeta created a site-specific Toward the Then and There. The sculpture is made of hand-etched stainless steel, LED light, and Approved by the PAC as the King Artist Resident in 2025, Honarmand is focusing her project on the lived experiences and stories of BIPOC and immigrant members of the Palo Alto community. Through collaborative workshops centered on cultural identity and shared human experiences, she aims to foster connection, healing, and mutual understanding by creating spaces for community members to share their narratives. These collective stories will directly inform the creation of a public art installation, serving as an inclusive beacon that symbolizes resilience, celebrates belonging, and ultimately brings Palo Alto's diverse communities closer together through the power of shared experience and representation. The temporary artwork is expected to be on view starting Summer 2026. Nineteen Palo Alto and Bay Area-based artists Taking advantage of unique locations throughout Palo Alto, the artists brought themes A series of monumental glass mosaic panels designed by artist Kyungmi Shin of Shin Gray Studio at 3200 Park Boulevard development project (former Fry’s site) in south Palo Alto were installed in 2025. The artwork is inspired by the multi-layered history associated with the site, centering on the life of Thomas Foon Chew and his Bayside Cannery, and represented by historical photographs of Thomas Foon, the workers, school children including some of his own family, product labels, and the drawing of the asparagus sorting machine that was patented by the cannery. Apricot flowers and thefields show the Santa Clara valley growing the fruit for canning. The second inspiration is the former Fry’s store which for decades helped innovators of the Silicon Valley with necessary parts to build the new technological innovations including the personal computer. Artists Mona Caron and Nigel Caron, painted a mural at the region’s natural ecology. Nigel Sussman’s mural at the residents, and PAL staff, and Image above: View of completed mural by Nigel Sussman, Palo Alto Discoveries, completed in January 2026. The new downtown murals were commissioned as part of the pilot Public Murals on Private Walls program. Dirca Occidentalis, 2026 by artist Mona Caron. The mural is located on the alleyway wall of Mac’s Smoke Shop at 534 Emerson Street in downtown Palo Alto. Each year the Public Art Program receives funding from the City to maintain and care for the City’s growing permanent art collection. Permanent and temporary artworks are regularly cleaned and receive preventative treatments to protect them from the elements. Some of the works receive more extensive conservation and repair treatments. Featured images: A monumental sculpture Albuquerque, 1982 by Gale Wagner after its complete restoration treatment in 2025. Right: artist Gale Wagner onsite with staff and art conservators confirming the paint color for the sculpture. Stormwater Management Oversight Committee TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED Workplan over the next 2 years Need contractor support to install the upgraded pipeline and pump stations flooding in the future; confirm that expenditures are in conformity provisions of ballot measure. YES COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE No HIGH PRIORITY Reduce ponding and flooding LOWER PRIORITY Track and monitor construction progress on W Bayshore Road Pump Station (SD- 20000). Track and monitor construction progress on W Bayshore Road Trunk Line Improvements (SD- 23000). DRAFT PROJECT/GOAL 1 : BENEFICIAL IMPACTS FY2026-2027 Workplan Track and monitor 2017 Ballot Measure, which covers 13 Capital Projects. This workplan focuses on 3 projects and 3 completed project (SD 19000, Loma Verde; SD 22000, East Meadow Drive; SD 26000; East Meadow Circle). Staff Liaison: Karin North, Assistant Director Lead Department: Public Works PURPOSE STATEMENT:The Stormwater Oversight Committee reviews the projects, programs and expenditures that are funded by the Stormater Management Fees including goals and purposes are to provide fiscal oversight for the projects funded by the 2017 ballot measure. High priority to complete the upgrades listed in the Stormwater Fee which will reduce the amount of flooding and ponding of stormwater; track and monitor contruction progress on Corporation Way system upgrades and pump station (SD-21000) TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED 5-year Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit effective July 1, 2022. Utilize staff and consultant support to meet requirements listed in the stormwater permit. City is in compliance with stormwater permit; reduction of trash and an increase of installation of GSI features throughout the City Yes COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE N/A TIMELINE RESOURCES NEEDED MEASURE OF SUCCESS STATE MANDATED / LOCAL LAW / COUNCIL-APPROVED Ongoing Leverage money allocated for GSI through the Stormwater Management Fund Increased acreage of watershed treated through GSI Yes COUNCIL-DIRECTED POLICY UPDATE N/A Leverage the work to improve water quality entering the Bay. PROJECT/GOAL 3: BENEFICIAL IMPACTS Environmental protection and sustainability including regulatory and compliance goals.PROJECT/GOAL 2: HIGH PRIORITY LOWER PRIORITY Regulatory compliance in alignment with the City's policy on sustainablity High priority for the City to stay in compliance with State mandates on stormwater compliance, which benefits the environment. Improved water quality and environmental enhancement HIGH PRIORITY BENEFICIAL IMPACTS LOWER PRIORITY 1. Finalize and implement GSI Design Guidance and Specifications for City projects. 2. Establish new design process and start implementing designs for City projects. 3. Implement EPA-funded GSI project. 4. Finalize the GSI Maintenance and Monitoring Manual Review and identify a tool to measure impervious surface throughout City. Track and monitor implementation of Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Plan. FY26/27 Work PlanHuman Relations Commission City Council Michelle Kraus, HRC Chair Sophie Pigman, Office of Human Services Manager April 6, 2026 www.paloalto.gov 1 •Conducted the “Creating a Safer Community: Understanding and Defining Hate Crimes” event for the public (October 2024) •Discussed the findings of the Human Services Needs Assessment and determined the Priority of Needs for the FY2026-27 Human Services Resource Allocation Process (HSRAP), (October 2024) •Approved a resolution stating that the HRC condemns all hate crimes and hate incidents (November 2024) •Conducted the “Know Your Rights: Information for Palo Alto’s Immigrant Community” event for the public (February 2025) Key Accomplishments FY24/25 2 •Reviewed and made funding recommendations to Council for 21 two-year HSRAP grants totaling $941,735 to fund critical needs in the community for FY 2026-27 (March and April 2025) •Conducted the "Fraud Prevention" event with PAPD, the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office, and the FBI (April 2025) •Hosted a discussion between Interfaith Community Leaders and the PAPD Chief and Assistant Chief (September 2025) Key Accomplishments FY24/25 (continued) 3 Work Plan Highlights FY26/27 Goal #1 Core Responsibilities – Funding Programs, Liaison with Partner Agencies, Rapid Response Goal #2 Community Mental Health – Support current efforts to address mental health issues in the community with a focus on youth, LGBTQ+, veterans and unhoused individuals Goal #3 Community Safety –Decreasing incidences of hate crimes, environmental disaster mitigation, provide a space for community members to voice their concerns about safety conditions in their neighborhoods Goal #4 Community Engagement –Foster a sense of inclusion, belonging, and civic engagement in the community Goal #5 Housing, Economic Justice & Development –Continue to identify roles the HRC can play to provide an equity perspective in ongoing housing initiatives Sophie Pigman Office of Human Services Manager sophie.pigman@paloalto.gov (650) 463-4953 FY27 Work Plan Parks and Recreation Commission City Council Nellis Freeman, PRC Chair Sarah Robustelli, CSD Division Manager April 6, 2025 www.PaloAlto.gov PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION PURPOSE •Advise Council on parks, open space, golf, and recreation •Aligned with Parks, Trails, Natural Open Space, and Recreation Master Plan •Advising on planning and policy matters relating to the construction and renovation of capital facilities. •Focus: transparency, equity, sustainability KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS Nature Access Policy: Finalized trail management and habitat protection recommendations; Ad Hoc Committee work completed (Oct 28, 2025). Turf Study: Forwarded formal recommendation to City Council (Oct 28, 2025). Tennis and Pickleball: Updated tennis policies; continued evaluation of court use and demand. Middle School Athletics: Evaluated contracting out both individual sports and the entire athletics program. Cubberley Project: Expanded community engagement and activation efforts. Fred Eyerly Tower Well Park: Held ribbon-cutting event for new dedicated parkland (June 2025). Work Plan Priorities FY27 1.CIP Review 2.Park Dedication 3.Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan 4.Natural Grass Pilot 5.Courts Policy Update 6.Cubberley Project 7.Nature Connectivity SARAH ROBUSTELLI Division Manager Open Space, Parks, and Golf Staff Liaison Parks and Recreation Commission sarah.robustelli@paloalto.gov (650)617-3518 NELLIS FREEMAN Chair Parks and Recreation Commission APRIL 6, 2026 www.paloalto.gov/publicart PUBLIC ART COMMISSION FY27 WORKPLAN PRESENTATION TO CITY COUNCIL TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font Code:ART 2025 www.paloalto.gov/publicart Tempest by Jeff Dobrow, projection mapping for Code:ART 2025 Public Art Commissioners led public art tours TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font Code:ART 2025 www.paloalto.gov/publicart Code:ART 2025 interactive art installations and activations TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font Public Art in Muni CIP www.paloalto.gov/publicart Images left to right: Chance Impression, 2024 and Space, Time & Palo Alto, 2024 by Peter Wegner for PSB TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font Public Art in Muni CIP www.paloalto.gov/publicart Settlement, by UrbanRock Design, Boulware Park TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font King Artist-in-Residency Program www.paloalto.gov/publicart Toward the Then and There, 2025 by Aleo Landeta Conceptual Design for art installation by Kiana Honarmand TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font ArtLift Grants www.paloalto.gov/publicart Images of utility boxes painted by various artists as part of ArtLift Grants TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font Public Art in Private Development www.paloalto.gov/publicart Thomas Foon Chew and the Epic Story of Innovation at the Bayside Cannery Site, 2025 by Kyungmi Shin. Downtown Murals www.paloalto.gov/publicart Images: Palo Alto Discoveries, 2026 by Nigel Sussman Dirca Occidentalis, 2026 by artist Mona Caron Fire Station #5 Mural www.paloalto.gov/publicart Waking Up Under the Redwoods, 2026 by Bodeck Luna Collection Maintenance & Care www.paloalto.gov/publicart Albuquerque, 1982 by Gale Wagner after its complete restoration treatment in 2025. Restoration of Victor Arnautoff’s frescoes on site of the Roth Building. TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font Public Art Commission FY27 Adopted Priorities 1. Community & Economic Development Priority 2. Social Justice & Inclusion Priority 3. Public Art Education Priority 4. Responsible Stewardship & Government Efficiency Priority FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart TITLE 40 FONT BOLD Subtitle 32 font FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: King Artist Residency Completion of 2026 Residency by Artist Kiana Honarmand FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart Approved by PAC conceptual design for temporary artwork by Kiana Honarmand FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: Completion of a Downtown Mural and 10 ArtLift Grant projects focused on Cubberley, Downtown, and California Avenue FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart Approved by PAC Conceptual Design (rendering) for a mural by Harumo Sato for 555 Waverley Ave FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: A New Temporary Mural Pilot Program for the Sherman Ave Parking Garage FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart Wall façade designated for placement of temporary large-scale rotating murals FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: Public Art integrated into CIP projects including Fire Station #4 and Downtown Parking Garage FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart Approved conceptual design for permanent public art by Stephen Galloway for FS4 FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: Integration of Public Art in Private Development including Castilleja School, 660 University Ave, and several significant in size projects along El Camino Real and San Antonio corridors. FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart Approved by PAC public art plan for Castilleja School featuring public art by Kylie White, Ellen Harvey, and Masako Miki FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: Code:ART 2027 - Interactive Media Festival FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart FY27 Adopted Priority Projects: Ongoing Maintenance and Care for Public Art Collection FY 27 PAC Workplan www.paloalto.gov/publicart Conservation treatment of Homage to Silence, 1980 by Jerome Kirk by art conservators Public tour of Roth building frescoes by public art staff April 6, 2026 www.paloalto.gov BOARDS & COMMISSION WORK PLANS Public Works Department Presenters:Karin North, Assistant Director Available for Questions: Catherine Perman, SWOC Chair Michel Jeremias, Senior Engineer 1 5 SWMOC 2025-2026 Accomplishments 3 1 5GSI along East Meadow Circle 5 SWMOC 25-26 Workplan (SWMOC Approved April 22, 2025) 1.Track and Monitor 2017 Ballot Measure, which covers 13 Capital Improvement Projects. Four projects are currently under construction. 2.Environmental Protection and Sustainability including Regulatory and Compliance Goals. 3.Track and Monitor Implementation of Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) Plan Trash Capture Device inside DI KARIN NORTH Assistant Director SWMOC Staff Liaison Karin.North@paloalto.gov 650-329-2104