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2026-06-15 City Council Agenda Packet
CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Monday, June 15, 2026 Council Chambers & Hybrid 5:30 PM Amended Agenda Amended Agenda Items Appear Below in RED (Time Estimates Updated) Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by teleconference 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 on Cable TV Channel 76, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org. VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/362027238) Meeting ID: 362 027 238 Phone:1(669)900-6833 PUBLIC COMMENTS General Public Comment for items not on the agenda will be accepted in person for up to three minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. General public comment will be heard for 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda. Public comments for agendized items will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. Requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation or as determined by the Chair. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to city.council@PaloAlto.gov and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. 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 10 minutes, at the discretion of the presiding officer. Speaking time may be reduced if the presiding officer reduces the speaking time for individual speakers. PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only by email to city.clerk@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 Council 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. 1 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. CALL TO ORDER SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY (5:30 - 5:40 PM) 1.Proclamation Expressing Appreciation to Bill Gutoff Upon His Retirement AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS PUBLIC COMMENT (5:40 - 6:10 PM) Members of the public may speak in-person ONLY to any item NOT on the agenda. 1-3 minutes depending on number of speakers. Public Comment is limited to 30 minutes. Additional public comments, if any, will be heard at the end of the agenda. COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS (6:10 - 6:20 PM) Members of the public may not speak to the item(s). ACTION ITEMS (Item 2: 6:20 - 7:05 PM; Item 3: 7:05 - 7:50 PM) Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished Business and Council Matters. 2.PUBLIC HEARING & PROPOSITION 218 HEARING: Finance Committee Recommends Adoption of Seven Resolutions: 1) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Water Utility Financial Forecast, Reserve Management Practices and Reserve Transfer, and Amending Water Rate Schedules W-1, W-2, W-3, W-4, and W-7; 2) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Management Practices, and Amending Wastewater Collection Rate Schedules S-1, S-2, S-6 and S-7; 3) Amending Refuse Utility Rate Schedules R-1 and R-C; 4) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Electric Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Transfer, Amending the Electric Reserve Management Practices and Electric Rate Schedules E-1, E-1 TOU, E-2, E-2-G, E-4, E-4-G, E- 4 TOU, E-7, E-7-G, E-7 TOU, E-14, E-16, E-EEC-1, and E-NSE-1, and Directing the Use of Up To $225,000 in Renewable Energy Certificate Exchange Net Revenues in Fiscal Year 2027 to Reduce Electric Customers’ Photovoltaic Generation and Energy Storage System Installation Costs; 5) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Gas Utility Financial Forecast, Reserve Transfer, and General Fund Transfer, and Amending the Reserve Management Practices and Gas Rate Schedules G-1, G-2, and G-3; 6) Amending Utility Rate Schedules EDF-1, and EDF-2; 7) Amending Storm Water Utility Rate Schedule D-1; CEQA Status: Not a project under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378(b)(4) and (5) and Exempt Under Section 15273(a) 3.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of an Ordinance Adopting the Operating and Capital Budgets, Revised Table of Organization, and Municipal Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2027; Adoption of a Resolution Proposing the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027 - State Law/ City 2 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. Charter; Accept the Bi-Annual Actuarial Valuation Report of Palo Alto's Retiree Healthcare and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) as of June 30, 2025 and Approve Annual Actuarially Determined Contribution for Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028; Authorize the City Manager or their Designee to Negotiate and Execute a Memorandum of Understanding and Funding Agreement (or Lease Agreement Amendment) with the Palo Alto Museum to Provide Cost Sharing for Repairs to the Basement and Waterproofing in the Roth Building and Improvements to Heritage Park Drainage Supplemental Report Added CONSENT CALENDAR (7:50 - 7:55 PM) Items will be voted in one motion unless removed from the calendar by three Council Members. 4.Approval of Minutes from June 1, 2026 Meeting 5.Approve Submittal of the 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report; CEQA status: exempt. 6.Approve Conceptual Design for Alma Street-Charleston Road Railroad Crossing Near- Term Section 130 Safety Improvement Project – Direct Staff to Complete Final Design, Environmental Analysis, Project Specifications, and Engineering Cost Estimates based off of the Conceptual Design as Recommended by Rail Committee; CEQA status: Categorically Exempt under Section 15301-Class 1 minor alternations to existing facilities. 7.Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit the City’s Prohousing Designation Program Application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. CEQA Status: Not a Project. 8.Adoption of Amended Salary Schedules for Service Employees‘ International Union, Utilities Management and Professional Association of Palo Alto, International Association of Fire Fighters, and Unrepresented Management and Professional Employees and Limited Hourly groups; and Adoption of Side letters for the International Association of Fire Fighters, Fire Chiefs‘ Association, and Palo Alto Police Officers‘ Association and Amendments to the FY 2027 Table of Organization to Reclassify 1.0 Economic Development Manager and 1.0 Treasury Manager - CEQA Status - Not A Project. 9.Approval of Construction Contract Number C26197272 with O’Grady Paving, Inc. in the Amount of $3,802,573 for the Fiscal Year 2026 Street Resurfacing Project, Capital Improvement Program Projects PE-86070, PO-12001, PG-06001, PO-11001, and OS- 09001; and Authorization for the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute Change Orders in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $910,258 for Related, Additional but Unforeseen 3 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. Work Which May Develop During the Project; CEQA Status – Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) 10.Approval of Amendment Number 1 to Purchase Order C26195416 with Carahsoft in the Amount of $375,246 for Additional SAP Business Data Cloud Capacity Units and Related Non-Productive Memory Extension; CEQA Status - Not a Project 11.Approval of a First Amendment to Lease With 1900 Embarcadero Property Owner, LP, to Continue Occupying an Approximate 5,469 Square Foot Portion of the Office Building at 1900 Embarcadero Road, Through June 30, 2031, at a Total Base Rent of $1,306,605; CEQA Status – Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 12.Approval of Amendment No. 4 to Contract Number C23184827 with Nomad Transit, LLC (Via) in the Amount of $152,000 for a total not to exceed $5,053,550 to Extend the City of Palo Alto On-Demand Transit Service for Four Months through October 31, 2026; Approval of Amendment No. 3 to extend the Cost Sharing Agreement with Stanford University to Partially Fund Palo Alto Link Service up to $200,000 in FY 2027 through October 31, 2026; and Approval of a three-year Contract with the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), in the Amount of $500,000; CEQA status – not a project. 13.Approval of Contract Amendment Number 5 to Contract S20178065 with OIR Group, in the Amount of $40,000 and for a one-year extension to continue Independent Police Auditing Services in Palo Alto. CEQA Status – Not a Project. 14.Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C26195541 with HDA Architects, Inc. in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $221,650 to Provide Architectural Design Services for the Animal Shelter Renovation – Capital Improvement Program Project PE-19002; CEQA Status – Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(e) 15.Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C26196545 with Michael Baker International (MBI) for $116,000 in FY 2027 and a Not-to Exceed Amount of $464,000 to Provide Administration and Consulting Services for the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for a Term of Four-Years Through June 2030. CEQA Status: Exempt in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). 16.PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 929 Laurel Glenn Dr [25PLN-00005]: Adoption of a Record of Land Use Action Approving a Major Site and Design Application for the Construction of a New 6,581-Square-Foot Single-Family Residence and Associated Site Improvements on a Vacant 4.23-Acre Site. CEQA Status: Exempt Per CEQA Guidelines 4 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. Section 15303. Zoning District: Open Space (OS). 17.QUASI-JUDICIAL. Approval of a Record of Land Use Action to Add the Property Located at 855 Hamilton Avenue to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory as a Category 2 Resource Based on Owner Interest Identified Through the 2023 Reconnaissance Survey. CEQA Status: Not a Project. 18.QUASI-JUDICIAL. 3200 Park/340 Portage: Final Map and Street Naming [26PLN-00009]: Request for a Final Map to Subdivide One Existing 3.92-Acre Parcel for Condominium Purposes, Consistent with the Approved Development Agreement, and to Name the New Private Streets. Zone District: PC 5597. CEQA Status: Council Adopted Resolution 10123 Certifying the EIR for the Project on September 12, 2023 (SCH # 2021120444). Item Removed Off Agenda 19.FIRST READ: Adopt an Ordinance to Amend College Terrace Residential Preferential Parking Program Fixed Permit Terms, Sale and Grace Periods in PAMC 10.46.060; CEQA status: categorically exempt. 20.FIRST READING: Adoption of an Ordinance to Amend Palo Alto Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Section 18.18.120 (Noncomplying Uses and Facilities) to Allow Existing Floor Area to be Replaced in New Buildings Without Increasing the Degree of Existing Non- Compliance as Recommended by the Economic Development Committee. CEQA Status: Exempt from CEQA per Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption). 21.FIRST READING: Adoption of an Ordinance to Amend Various Sections of Title 16 (Building Regulations) and Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Retail Vitality Policies in the Comprehensive Plan, Including Changes to the Zoning Map for Parcels Zoned CN(GF) as Recommended by the Economic Development Committee. CEQA Status: The Ordinance is Consistent with and Represents Implementation of Adopted Policies in the Comprehensive Plan, for Which an Environmental Impact Report (Comprehensive Plan EIR) was Certified on February 5, 2016. 22.SECOND READING: Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to Allow Certain Signs in Conjunction with Parklets (FIRST READING: June 1, 2025; PASSED: 6-1, Lu no) 23.SECOND READING and Adoption of Temporary Ordinances Implementing Senate Bill (SB) 79, and Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Historic Resource Sites and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Eligible Sites from 5 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. Government Code Section 65912.157 and Authorizing Corresponding Zoning Map Updates. CEQA Status: Exempt Under Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2). Supplemental Report Added a. SECOND READING and Adoption of Temporary Ordinances Implementing SB 79 (Staff Recommendations 1 & 2) b. Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Historic Resource Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 (Staff Recommendation 3) c. Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Transit- Oriented Development (TOD) Eligible Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 (Staff Recommendation 4) CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (7:55 - 8:05 PM) BREAK (15 MINUTES) CLOSED SESSION (8:20 - 8:40 PM) AA1.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—POTENTIAL LITIGATION (one case) Subject: Initiation of litigation in one case Authority: Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) New Item Added ACTION ITEMS (8:40 - 10:10 PM) Include: Report of Committees/Commissions, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Hearings, Report of Officials, Unfinished Business and Council Matters. 24.Adopt a Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP); CEQA Status: Exempt Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.20. ADJOURNMENT INFORMATION REPORTS Information reports are provided for informational purposes only to the Council and the public but are not listed for action or discussion during this meeting’s agenda. A.Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Status Report 6 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. B.Independent Police Auditor's (IPA) Report of Review of Investigations as of November 2025 and Police Department Use of Force Report for June 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025 C.Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects; CEQA Status – Not a Project D.City of Palo Alto's Energy Risk Management Report for the first half of Fiscal Year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025) CEQA Status – Not a Project OTHER INFORMATION Standing Committee Meetings this week Finance Committee June 16, 2026 CANCELED Public Comment Letters Schedule of Meetings SUPPLEMENTAL / AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS 3.PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of an Ordinance Adopting the Operating and Capital Budgets, Revised Table of Organization, and Municipal Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2027; Adoption of a Resolution Proposing the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027 - State Law/ City Charter; Accept the Bi-Annual Actuarial Valuation Report of Palo Alto's Retiree Healthcare and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) as of June 30, 2025 and Approve Annual Actuarially Determined Contribution for Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028; Authorize the City Manager or their Designee to Negotiate and Execute a Memorandum of Understanding and Funding Agreement (or Lease Agreement Amendment) with the Palo Alto Museum to Provide Cost Sharing for Repairs to the Basement and Waterproofing in the Roth Building and Improvements to Heritage Park Drainage Supplemental Report Added 18.QUASI-JUDICIAL. 3200 Park/340 Portage: Final Map and Street Naming [26PLN-00009]: Request for a Final Map to Subdivide One Existing 3.92-Acre Parcel for Condominium Purposes, Consistent with the Approved Development Agreement, and to Name the New Private Streets. Zone District: PC 5597. CEQA Status: Council Adopted Resolution 10123 Certifying the EIR for the Project on September 12, 2023 (SCH # 2021120444). 7 June 15, 2026 Materials submitted after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at www.paloalto.gov/agendas. Item Removed Off Agenda 23.SECOND READING and Adoption of Temporary Ordinances Implementing Senate Bill (SB) 79, and Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Historic Resource Sites and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Eligible Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 and Authorizing Corresponding Zoning Map Updates. CEQA Status: Exempt Under Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2). Supplemental Report Added a. SECOND READING and Adoption of Temporary Ordinances Implementing SB 79 (Staff Recommendations 1 & 2) b. Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Historic Resource Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 (Staff Recommendation 3) c. Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Transit- Oriented Development (TOD) Eligible Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 (Staff Recommendation 4) AA1.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—POTENTIAL LITIGATION (one case) Subject: Initiation of litigation in one case Authority: Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) New Item Added 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 city.council@PaloAlto.gov. 2.For in person public comments please complete a speaker request card located on the table at the entrance to the Council Chambers and deliver it to the Clerk prior to discussion of the item. 3.Spoken public comments for agendized items using a computer or smart phone will be accepted through the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom-based meeting. 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City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY Lead Department: Community Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2604-6266 TITLE Proclamation Expressing Appreciation to Bill Gutoff Upon His Retirement ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Proclamation Expressing Appreciation to Bill Gutoff Upon His Retirement APPROVED BY: Kristen O'Kane, Community Services Director Item 1 Item 1 Staff Report Item 1: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 10 of 1165 EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO BILL GUTOFF UPON HIS RETIREMENT WHEREAS, Bill Gutoff joined the Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo in June 2001 to support the summer camp program and has dedicated nearly 25 years to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and a love of science in generations of children and families throughout the Palo Alto community; and WHEREAS, Bill served as a science teacher, educational leader, and beloved community figure, developing and facilitating exceptional school science lessons, summer camps, after-school programs, and open space programs that inspired thousands of local children through his passion for inquiry, extensive knowledge, sense of humor, patience, and kindness; and WHEREAS, Bill designed and constructed innovative teaching tools and hands-on scientific models that made complex scientific concepts engaging, accessible, and memorable for students of all ages, and became widely known for his remarkable ability to repair and improve educational equipment and exhibits; and WHEREAS, Bill played an important role in mentoring and training new Junior Museum educators, generously sharing his expertise and fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and encouragement that earned him the deep admiration and respect of his colleagues; and WHEREAS, Bill contributed significantly to the development of exhibits and educational experiences at the Junior Museum and Zoo, as well as within the Baylands and Foothills Preserves, while also supporting the care and wellbeing of the zoo’s animals and forming meaningful connections with many of them; and WHEREAS, Bill’s work was guided by his deeply held belief that science has the power to transform a child’s understanding of the world into one filled with wonder, discovery, and delight, and that belief was reflected in every lesson, interaction, and experience he created; and WHEREAS, Bill’s impact on the community is reflected in the words of the students and teachers he inspired, including: “Everything Bill touches is magic,” “Bill is a rockstar and a master,” “It is hard to improve on perfection,” “I just wish we could have more Bill time,” and “I don’t care that I’m sick, I have to go to school today because Teacher Bill is coming!”; and WHEREAS, Bill Gutoff is recognized by his colleagues, students, families, and the broader community for his extraordinary dedication, generosity, creativity, and unwavering commitment to education and public service, and his presence at the Junior Museum and Zoo will be greatly missed. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Vicki Veenker, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby recognize Bill Gutoff for his outstanding service to this community. PRESENTED: June 15, 2026 APPROVED: ______________________ Mayor Vicki Veenker ______________________ ______________________ Vice Mayor Greer Stone Councilmember Pat Burt ______________________ ______________________ Councilmember George Lu Councilmember Ed Lauing ______________________ ______________________ Councilmember Julie Lythcott-Haims Councilmember Keith Reckdahl ATTEST: ______________________ City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: ______________________ ______________________ City Manager City Attorney Proclamation Item 1 Attachment A - Proclamation Expressing Appreciation to Bill Gutoff Upon His Retirement Item 1: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 11 of 1165 City Council From: City Manager Report Type: ACTION ITEMS Lead Department: Utilities Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2602-5894 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING & PROPOSITION 218 HEARING: Finance Committee Recommends Adoption of Seven Resolutions: 1) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Water Utility Financial Forecast, Reserve Management Practices and Reserve Transfer, and Amending Water Rate Schedules W-1, W-2, W-3, W-4, and W-7; 2) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Management Practices, and Amending Wastewater Collection Rate Schedules S-1, S-2, S-6 and S-7; 3) Amending Refuse Utility Rate Schedules R- 1 and R-C; 4) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Electric Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Transfer, Amending the Electric Reserve Management Practices and Electric Rate Schedules E-1, E-1 TOU, E-2, E-2-G, E-4, E-4-G, E-4 TOU, E-7, E-7-G, E-7 TOU, E-14, E-16, E-EEC-1, and E- NSE-1, and Directing the Use of Up To $225,000 in Renewable Energy Certificate Exchange Net Revenues in Fiscal Year 2027 to Reduce Electric Customers’ Photovoltaic Generation and Energy Storage System Installation Costs; 5) Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Gas Utility Financial Forecast, Reserve Transfer, and General Fund Transfer, and Amending the Reserve Management Practices and Gas Rate Schedules G-1, G-2, and G-3; 6) Amending Utility Rate Schedules EDF-1, and EDF-2; 7) Amending Storm Water Utility Rate Schedule D-1; CEQA Status: Not a project under CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378(b)(4) and (5) and Exempt Under Section 15273(a) RECOMMENDATION Note: Resolutions are included in the packet as Attachments A – G, Attachment H reflects the Table of URLs for the Exhibits to Attachments A – G. The Finance Committee recommends that the City Council adopt the following: 1. For the Water Utility, a Resolution (Attachment A): a. Approving the FY 2027 Water Utility Financial Forecast and Reserves Management Practices; and b. Approving the transfer of up to $5.5 million from the Operations Reserve to the CIP Reserve in FY 2026; and c. Amending the Water Utility Rate Schedules effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. W-1 (General Residential Water service), ii. W-2 (Water Service from Fire Hydrants), Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 12 of 1165 iii. W-3 (Fire Service Connections), iv. W-4 (Residential Master-Metered and General Non-Residential Water Service), and v. W-7 (Non-Residential Irrigation Water Service); and 2. For the Wastewater Collection Utility, a Resolution (Attachment B): a. Approving the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Forecast and Reserves Management Practices; and b. Amending the Wastewater Collection Utility Rate Schedules effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. S-1 (Residential Wastewater Collection and Disposal), ii. S-2 (Commercial Wastewater Collection and Disposal), iii. S-6 (Restaurant Wastewater Collection and Disposal), and iv.S-7 (Commercial Wastewater Collection and Disposal – Industrial Discharger); and 3. For Refuse, a Resolution (Attachment C): a. Amending the Refuse Rate Schedules effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. R-1 (Domestic Refuse Collection), and ii. R-C (Commercial Refuse Collection); and 4. For the Electric Utility, a Resolution (Attachment D): a. Approving the FY 2027 Electric Utility Financial Forecast, and Amending the Electric Utility Reserves Management Practices; and b. Approving the transfer of up to $5 million from the Electric Utility Distribution Operations Reserve to the Electric Utility Capital Reserve in FY 2026; and c. Amending the Electric Utility Rate Schedules effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. E-1 (Residential Electric Service), ii. E-1 TOU (Residential Time of Use Electric Service) iii. E-2 (Small Non-Residential Electric Service), iv. E-2-G (Residential Master-Metered and Small Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service, v. E-4 (Medium Non-Residential Electric Service), vi. E-4-G (Medium Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service), vii. E-4 TOU (Medium Non-Residential Time of Use Electric Service), viii. E-7 (Large Non-Residential Electric Service), ix. E-7-G (Large Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service), x. E-7 TOU (Large Non-Residential Time of Use Electric Service), xi. E-14 (Street Lights), xii. E-16 (Unmetered Electric Service), xiii. E-EEC-1 (Export Electricity Compensation), xiv. E-NSE-1 (Net Surplus Electricity Compensation); and d. Directing the Use of Up To $225,000 in Renewable Energy Certificate Exchange Net Revenues in Fiscal Year 2027 to Reduce Electric Customers’ Photovoltaic Generation and Energy Storage System Installation Costs, as local decarbonization efforts, via: i. Changing the funding mechanism for the Cap-and-Invest Reserve to allocate up to $225,000 less in Cap-and-Invest auction revenues in FY 2027 to the City’s Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 13 of 1165 Cap-and-Invest Reserve and instead allocate these funds for other local decarbonization efforts; and, as a related matter: 1. Directing staff to review existing HVAC incentive levels including consideration of financial offsets to lower the cost of related work including panel upgrades, electric utility service upgrades, or the cost of building permit fees; and 2. Directing staff to return to City Council within FY 2027 to review the Electric Supply Portfolio Carbon Neutral Plan and use of revenues derived from the REC Exchange program. 5. For the Gas Utility, a Resolution (Attachment E): a. Approving the FY 2027 Gas Utility Financial Forecast, and Amending the Gas Utility Reserves Management Practices; and b. Approving the transfer of up to $1.5 million from the Gas Utility Operations Reserve to the Distribution Rate Stabilization Reserve in FY 2026; and c. Transferring up to 18% of gas utility gross revenues received during FY 2025 to the General Fund in FY 2027; and d. Amending the Gas Utility Rate Schedules effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. G-1 Residential Gas Service, ii. G-2 Residential Master-Metered and Commercial Gas Service, and iii.G-3 Large Commercial Gas Service; and 6. For the Fiber Optics Utility, a Resolution (Attachment F): a. Amending the Dark Fiber Optic Utility Rate Schedules, consistent with the applicable Consumer Price Index, effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. EDF-1 (Dark Fiber Licensing Services), and ii. EDF-2 (Dark Fiber Service Connection Fees); and 7. For Storm Water Management, a Resolution (Attachment G): a. Amending the Storm Water Management Fee Rate Schedule, consistent with the applicable Consumer Price Index, D-1 effective July 1, 2026 (FY 2027): i. D-1 (General Storm and Surface Water Drainage) EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) provides electricity, water, wastewater, natural gas, and fiber optic services to the Palo Alto community. The Public Works Department also provides refuse collection and processing for recycling, compost, and garbage, wastewater treatment and storm water management. The recommended resolutions propose rate schedules for these services in FY 2027, beginning July 1, 2026, and present the financial forecasts, reserve management practices, and additional financial adjustments to support the recommended rates, for Council approval as recommended by a majority of the Finance Committee. The City’s primary goals are to manage these services in a way that ensures continued safe, reliable, environmentally sustainable, and cost-effective operations. The City is proposing rate increases this year for electric, natural gas, refuse, wastewater and water services. Storm water management fees and two Dark Fiber rates will increase per the Consumer Price Index (CPI). These rate adjustments are necessary to: Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 14 of 1165 Cover operating costs: As a municipal utility, CPAU's rates are designed to recover the costs of providing services. Invest in infrastructure: Funds are needed for critical projects like modernizing the electric grid, rebuilding the wastewater treatment plant (Regional Water Quality Control Plant), and maintaining the water distribution system. Replenish reserves: Utility reserves are currently low due to minimal rate increases during the pandemic, rising commodity prices and past droughts, and need to be restored for financial stability and to prepare for unexpected events. The city aims to provide safe, reliable, environmentally sustainable, and cost-effective services, and is committed to transparency in communicating these rate changes to customers. Estimates for retail revenue impacts are included in the FY 2027 budget assumptions. From November 2025 through June 2026, the Utilities Advisory Commission (UAC) and Finance Committee reviewed preliminary and proposed rate changes recommended by staff for Fiscal Year 2027. This report summarizes the meetings and incorporates UAC and Finance Committee recommendations into the recommendations for Council adoption. The expected residential median utility bill changes are listed below, with the expected overall median utility bill for residential services to increase 8% or approximately $35.20/month in FY 2027: • 8% increase for Water, • 16% increase for Wastewater Collection, • 3% increase for Refuse, • 4.5% increase for Electric, • 9% increase for Gas, • 3% increase for Dark Fiber for pre-2006 commercial customers only, and • 3% increase for Storm Water Management Fee ANALYSIS The rate schedules and recommended changes are summarized below, further details for each can be found in the referenced Utilities Advisory Commission and Finance Committee reports. Water Utility Proposal The FY 2027 Water Utility rate proposal reflects an 8% distribution rate increase and a 7% commodity rate increase, which is equivalent to an 8% overall system average increase. The Water Utility’s five-year financial forecast projects annual rate increases ranging from 6% to 9% for fiscal years 2028 through 2031 (see Table 1). Both the FY 2027 proposed rate increase and the projected increases in the five-year forecast are lower than those included in the FY 2026 Financial Forecast presented to Council on June 16, 20251 (see Table 1). The 5-year projected distribution rate increases are primarily driven by capital spending. The capital plan’s largest projects include water main replacement projects and seismic improvements 1 Staff Report 2411-3776: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83992 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 15 of 1165 to two reservoirs. Additionally, rate increases continue to reflect inflationary increases to operating costs, revenue impacts from the most recent drought, long-term decline in demand, and low rate increases in earlier years. 3, Staff updated the Water Utility Financial Forecast based on updated SFPUC wholesale rate information and the Committee’s feedback and adopted rate recommendation, as described below and in the tables in Exhibit 2 to Attachment A, which amend the Financial Forecast presented to the Finance Committee on March 17, 2026: 4, and the Finance Committee on March 17, 2026. This update lowered the operations reserve by $1.2 million for FY 2027 and resulted in lower contributions to the Operations Reserve and CIP reserves in subsequent years (see Exhibit 2 to Attachment A for details). 3 Staff Report 2512-5604: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86855 4 Staff Report 2512-5639: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86697&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 16 of 1165 Moreover, as of June 30, 2025, the Operations Reserve balance was $16.5 million, approximately $10.2 million higher than projected levels, and the Rate Stabilization Reserve had a balance of $4.0 million. The positive variance is primarily attributed to salary and benefits expenses and capital expenses in FY 2025 that were lower than forecasted by $3.8 million and $5.4 million, respectively. This positive fiscal year-end result contributes to higher reserve balances over the five-year planning period compared to the FY 2026 Financial Forecast. These updates also contribute to the City’s updated rate projections that are lower compared to the FY 2026 Financial Forecast’s rate projections (see Table 1). Table 1: 2026 Actual Rate Increases and Projected Water Rate Trajectory from FY 2027 to FY 2031 Figure 1: Water Utility Operations Reserve Adequacy Fiscal Year Ending Balances Fiscal Year 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 FY 2027 Proposal 10% 8% 9% 9% 7% 6% FY 2026 Forecast 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% FY 2027 Proposal 17% 8% 11% 13% 9% 7% FY 2026 Forecast 17% 16% 15% 12% 11% FY 2027 Proposal 2% 7% 8% 3% 2% 4% FY 2026 Forecast 2% 1% 1% 5% 8% Overall System Average Rate Trajectory Distribution Rate Trajectory Commodity Rate Trajectory Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 17 of 1165 construction (W-2). All customers pay a monthly service charge based on the size of their inlet meter. This charge represents metering, billing, and other customer service costs, and also the cost of maintaining the capability to deliver a peak flow for that customer based on their meter size. 7 Table 2: Current and Proposed Water Distribution Charges Current Rates Proposed Rates W-1 (Residential) Volumetric Rates ($/CCF) W-2 (Construction) Volumetric Rates ($/CCF) W-4 (Commercial) Volumetric Rates ($/CCF) W-7 (Irrigation) Volumetric Rates ($/CCF) Table 3: Current and Proposed Water Monthly Service Charges for W-1 Monthly Service Charge Meter Size Current Proposed 29.92 2.29 29.92 2.29 29.92 2.29 96.69 7.41 149.57 11.46 317.04 24.29 563.87 43.21 7 See Resolution 10176 “Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Approving the FY 2025 Water Utility Financial Plan and Reserve Transfers, and Increasing Water Rates by Amending Rate Schedules W-1 (General Residential Water Service), W-2 (Water Service from Fire Hydrants), W-3 (Fire Service Connections), W-4 (Residential Master-Metered and General Non-Residential Water Service), and W-7 (Non-Residential Irrigation Water Service),” June 17, 2024. Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 18 of 1165 6”1,065.97 1,154.44 88.47 8% 8”1,961.28 2,124.06 162.78 8% 10”3,100.74 3,358.10 257.36 8% 12”4,077.45 4,415.87 338.42 8% Table 4: Current and Proposed Water Monthly Service Charges for W-4 and W-7 Monthly Service Charge ($/month based on meter size) Change Meter Size Current (as of 7/1/2024) Proposed (effective 7/1/2025) $% 5/8”24.16 26.16 2.00 8% 3/4”32.31 34.99 2.68 8% 1”48.59 52.62 4.03 8% 1 ½”89.28 96.69 7.41 8% 2”138.11 149.57 11.46 8% 3”292.75 317.04 24.29 8% 4”520.66 563.87 43.21 8% 6”1,065.97 1,154.44 88.47 8% 8”1,961.28 2,124.06 162.78 8% 10”3,100.74 3,358.10 257.36 8% 12”4,077.45 4,415.87 338.42 8% Table 5 shows the current and proposed monthly service charges for fire services rate schedule W-3. Table 5: Current and Proposed Water Monthly Service Charges for W-3 Monthly Service Charge ($/month based on meter size) Change Meter Size Current (as of 7/1/2025) Proposed (effective 7/1/2026) $% 2”5.68 6.15 0.47 8% 4”35.22 38.14 2.92 8% 6”102.32 110.81 8.49 8% 8”218.07 236.16 18.09 8% 10”392.19 424.74 32.55 8% 12”633.50 686.08 52.58 8% Wastewater Collection Utility Proposal The Wastewater Collection Utility financial forecast proposes a 16% rate increase for FY 2027, which is equivalent to approximately $10.70 per residential customer per month. This forecast also projects annual rate increases of 14% in FY 2028, and 6% annually from FY 2029 and FY 2031. The proposed Wastewater Collection rate trajectory is shown in Table 6 below. The additional funding generated by this rate increase is required to pay for ongoing wastewater treatment and Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 19 of 1165 collection operations costs, and collection capital improvement projects (CIP). 9, this forecast assumes deferral of the next sewer main replacement project to FY 2028. This approach limits CIP spending to the highest priority projects, allowing the Wastewater Collection Operations Reserve to recover to within guideline levels and avoid the need for a higher rate increase. Table 6: Projected Wastewater Collection Rate Trajectory from FY 2027 to FY 2031 Figure 2: Operations Reserve Adequacy Fiscal Year Ending Balances Note: Operations Reserve shown with a minimum balance of $0. 9 Staff Report 2412-3871: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=64772 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 20 of 1165 2027, staff anticipates the wastewater utility can resume contributions to the CIP reserve. Table 7: Current and Proposed Sewer Rates Current Proposed Monthly Service Charges ($/Month) Water Quantity Rates ($/CCF) Refuse Rate Proposal Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 21 of 1165 201611, and the current residential rates were effective July 1, 201712. The proposed rate increase is necessary to meet increasing operating expenses, increased expenses related to the cost-of- living adjustments based on multiple indices required in the City’s solid waste contracts, including GreenWaste of Palo Alto and GreenWaste Recovery contracts which account for 76% of fund expenses, increased cost for street sweeping and the post-closure monitoring of the City’s closed landfill, and to reduce reliance on the Refuse Fund’s Rate Stabilization Reserve. Staff reviewed the City’s costs of providing refuse collection services and determined that the 3% increase for Fiscal Year 2027 would not exceed those costs. Staff is conducting a more detailed cost of service analysis and comprehensive review of future financial needs and reserve requirements and will use the results to confirm cost allocation to inform next year’s rate-setting actions. 13 was approved unanimously (3-0). The current and proposed residential rates are reflected in Table 8 and the current and proposed rates for the most common commercial service levels are reflected in Table 9 below. Table 8: Current and Proposed Residential Refuse Monthly Rates ChangeContainer Size Current Rates Proposed Rates (effective 7/1/2026)% Table 9: Current and Proposed Most Common Commercial Refuse Monthly Rates Change Container Size and Service Frequency Current Rates Proposed Rates (effective 7/1/2026) 11 City Council, June 13, 2016; Agenda Item #9; SR #6932 12 City Council, June 19, 2017; Agenda Item 14; SR #8171 13 Finance Committee, March 17, 2026; Agenda Item #3; SR #2601-5866 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 22 of 1165 Electric Utility Proposal The Electric Utility rate forecast proposes a 4.5% overall rate increase for FY 2027. Beyond 2027, the forecast shows additional increases that are slightly lower than the forecasts prepared last year.17 Table 10 shows the proposed rate increases for FY 2027 through FY 2031. FY 2026 Forecast 6%8%8%6%- The drivers for lower rate increases relative to last year’s forecast include a new approach to grid modernization described to the Utilities Advisory Commission on January 7, 2026.18 The new “when and where” approach to grid modernization provides the opportunity to delay costly system upgrades until electric customers are ready to replace gas appliances or install EV chargers. This approach lowers the expected rate increases compared with pre-scheduled upgrades by neighborhood. The rate increases in the outer years of the forecast could change as the Council finalizes plans for debt financing grid modernization costs. In the current year, FY 2026, power supply costs are expected to be slightly lower than forecasted a year ago, mainly due to unexpected extremely high market prices for resource adequacy capacity and renewable energy credits, which have yielded higher wholesale revenues for the City. The City’s load (consumption) for the current year is forecasted to be about 14% higher than previously forecasted but is then expected to be relatively flat over the next several years. Meanwhile, output from the City’s hydroelectric resources is forecasted to be roughly equal to long-term average levels over the next few years. Hydroelectric revenue continues to be a large source of uncertainty in the City’s supply cost forecasts. In the next five years, staff expect steadily increasing electric supply costs due to increasing transmission access charges, rising renewable portfolio standard requirements, and increasing resource adequacy purchase obligations. Capital spending and distribution system maintenance spending is rising due to grid modernization, a dedicated fiber backbone supporting critical City services, and an upgrade to the Hanover Substation which will benefit all electric ratepayers. Staff expect grid modernization and related capital costs to be offset after a series of debt financing with the first bond issuance in FY 2027. The Hydroelectric Rate Stabilization Reserve has a balance of $18.8 million, or approximately equal to the reserve’s target level of $19 million. This reserve is used to manage the supply cost impacts associated with variations in generation from hydroelectric resources. Having sufficient 17 The current year (FY 2026) Financial Forecast for the Electric Utility (approved June 16, 2025) is described in the Finance Committee Staff Report 2412-3870 from April 15, 2025: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=64778 18 Staff Report 2512-5638 Fiscal Year 2026 Mid-Year Electric Grid Modernization Update https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=85181 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 23 of 1165 funds in the reserve allows the City to avoid activating the hydroelectric rate adjuster if an upcoming winter is drier than average. This FY 2027 forecast includes a transfer of an additional $3 million into the Hydroelectric Rate Stabilization Reserve from the Operations Reserve in FY 2027 consistent with guidance from the Finance Committee during its April 21, 2026 meeting. 21 to partially offset the cost of PV and ESS permit fees, and the use of proceeds gained through the sale of freely allocated Cap-and-Invest (C&I) allowances or Public Benefits funds to support HVAC incentives, including costs of related work such as panel replacements, utility service upgrades, or building permit fees. For electric panel replacements less than 400A where there is no direct tie to an action supporting building or transportation electrification, staff is recommending that these building permit fees not be subsidized, to encourage customers to participate in an EV charger or HVAC installation at the time of electric panel replacement, versus some uncertain future date. $225,000 in REC Exchange net revenues in FY 2027 to reduce electric customer costs related to photovoltaic generation and energy storage system installations, as local decarbonization efforts, and direct staff to take the following actions: 21 Reaffirmation of the Carbon Neutral Plan and the Renewable Energy Credit Exchange Program as Recommended by the Utilities Advisory Commission; CEQA Status: Not a project, December 15, 2025 https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/api/compilemeetingattachmenthistory/historyattachment/?historyId=af8b2a 70-d917-4868-baa8-8157048a5cc3 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 24 of 1165 Proposed Rates Table 11: Current and Proposed Electric Rates Rate Schedule Current Rates (as of 7/1/25) Proposed Rates (effective of 7/1/26) Change Change (%) E-1 (Residential) E-2 & E-2-G (Small Non-Residential) E-4 & E-4-G (Medium Non-Residential) E-7 & E-7-G (Large Non-Residential) 23. 23 Staff Report #2512-5603: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87766 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 25 of 1165 Table 12: Current and Proposed Electric NEM Buyback Rates $/kWh $/kWh Net Surplus Electricity (E-NSE-1)$0.1012 $0.1064 Export Electricity (E-EEC-1)$0.1206 $0.0990 The City offers an E-16 rate for unmetered electric service for wireless communication facilities and related equipment on wood utility poles and streetlight poles. The E-16 unmetered service rate aligns closely with the E-2 rate for small commercial electric service, excludes costs related to meter reading and is determined based on the energy requirement of equipment specifications. The E-16 rate also includes miscellaneous electric utility charges such as licensing fees for City-owned spare conduit, usable space for utility pole attachments, and mounting communication equipment on utility poles and streetlight poles. In FY 2026, CPAU engaged the services of EES Consulting (EES) to perform a cost of service analysis of the E-16 rate and update the rate schedule to ensure the City is recovering the actual costs of delivering these services. As part of the final cost of service study, EES recommends increasing the miscellaneous unmetered electric service rates by the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the San Francisco area, to recover capital and maintenance expenses associated with utility pole attachments and telecom conduit. This year’s change in CPI-U was 3%, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Gas Utility financial forecast proposes a 9% overall rate increase for FY 2027, which includes a 14.5% increase to distribution rates, assuming no change in supply costs, effective July 1, 2026. Additionally, this forecast projects overall rate increases of 7% in FY 2028, and 6% annually from FY 2029 through FY 2031. The proposed Gas rate trajectory is shown in Table 13 below. Staff updated cost projections for the FY 2027 to FY 2031 five-year financial planning period using the most recent load forecast, cost data, and escalation assumptions. Lower-than-projected gas usage is driving the need for a 9% overall rate increase in FY 2027. In FY 2025 gas usage was 8% below the forecast. Staff expects usage to continue to drop by approximately 1.1% annually from FY 2027 through 2031. Relative to the FY 2026 financial forecast25, the updated forecast projects total gas usage to be about on average 4% lower in the FY 2027 to FY 2031 period, resulting in 25 FY 2026 Financial Forecast for the Gas utility (approved June 16, 2025) is described in the Finance Committee Staff Report 2412-3868: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=64777 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 26 of 1165 decreased retail sales revenue. Figure 3: Operations Reserve Projection 27 in the City’s Rates website. The calculated monthly gas bill based on current rates for the median Palo Alto residential customer is about 11% lower than that of a PG&E customer with equivalent consumption. The proposed rates reflect the proposed rate increases compared to the current rates, which are based on the Natural Gas Cost of Service and Rate Study and were adopted by 27 City’s Gas Monthly Supply Rates: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/files/assets/public/v/25/utilities/rates-schedules- for-utilities/residential-utility-rates/monthly-gas-volumetric-and-service-charges-residential-3.pdf Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 27 of 1165 City Council at the December 1, 2025 meeting29. Table 14: Current and Proposed Gas Monthly Service Charges ($/Month) Rate Schedule Current Rates Proposed Rates Change ($) Change (%) (Residential) (Small Commercial) G-2 (≤ 220 scfh) G-2 (> 220 and < 4,000 scfh) G-2 (≥ 4,000 scfh) (Large Commercial) Table 15: Current and Proposed Gas Distribution Charges ($/Therm) Rate Schedule Current Rates Proposed Rates Change ($) Change (%) G-1 (Residential) G-2 (Residential Master-Metered and Small Commercial) G-3 (Large Commercial) Fiber Utility Proposal Storm Water and Surface Water Drainage Proposal 29 Staff Report 2506-4908: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=84117 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 28 of 1165 improvement projects listed in the ballot measure, enhanced maintenance of the storm drainage system, and a variety of storm water quality protection programs. The approved ballot measure allows for an annual adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose CSMA or 6%, whichever is less. The Storm Water and Surface Drainage Rate will increase 3%, increasing the monthly charge per Equivalent Residential Unit by $0.53, from $17.61 to $18.14 for Fiscal Year 2027, effective July 1, 2026, to reflect the annual CPI change. See Staff Report 2602-598131 for more information. TIMELINE FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT 31 Staff Report 2602-5981: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87150 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 29 of 1165 expenses (which are paid from the General Fund) are projected to increase by 4.5% or $0.1 million. Table 17: Median Residential Bill Increase and Revenue Impact Utility Median Residential Bill Increase FY 2027 Estimated Overall Revenue Impact 33 33 Not including fluctuations in commodity revenue/cost. Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 30 of 1165 POLICY IMPLICATIONS Policy implications related to the proposed electric, gas, water, wastewater collection, fiber, storm water management fee, and refuse rate actions are detailed fully in the attached Resolutions and associated exhibits. On November 5, 202535, staff presented the preliminary rate proposals at the UAC meeting. The UAC subsequently formed a Subcommittee on December 3, 2025 with a defined scope of reviewing the FY 27 Financial Plan and 5-Year Forecast regarding affordability for the electric and water utilities regarding affordability. On November 18, 202536, staff presented the same preliminary rate proposals to the Finance Committee. Council members emphasized that the absence of rate increases during the pandemic created a catch-up scenario that should be avoided in the future. Water On March 4, 202637, staff presented the Water Utility rate proposal to the UAC, recommending a 12% increase to distribution rates and an 8% increase to commodity rates, for an overall system average increase of 10%. The primary drivers of the proposed distribution rate increase were restoring reserves and funding capital expenses. Commissioners expressed concern that the SFPUC’s FY 2027 wholesale rate increase had risen from the previously projected 1% to 7.4% and noted that wholesale rate projections in subsequent years could increase further. Commissioners also recommended a cost-of-service study, evaluation of rates for different pressure zones, and legal guidance on tiered rates. Commissioners also asked about the proposed $5.5 million transfer from the Operations Reserve to the CIP Reserve and questioned whether reserve guidelines remain appropriate. Some commissioners expressed lack of confidence in the 5-year forecast during the outer years because an updated water master plan was unavailable to inform the capital project forecasts. The UAC then voted 7-0 not to approve the FY 2027 Water Utility Financial Forecast and voted 5-2 to approve both the reserve transfer and an 8% FY 2027 rate increase by decreasing the contribution to the Operations Reserve by $1.2 million from the proposed level. At the March 17, 202638 Finance Committee, Staff presented its recommendation of an overall 10% rate increase. Council members unanimously supported the UAC’s recommendation of an 8% overall rate increase, while emphasizing the need for clearer public communication and additional analysis. They noted the importance of explaining to residents that although unit rates may increase, conservation can help limit bill impacts because customers use fewer units of water. They also encouraged staff to better communicate that investments in technology, such as AMI, are helping reduce labor costs. They emphasized the importance of communicating that 35 Staff Report 2503-4364: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=84164 36 Staff Report 2508-5119: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83887 37 Staff Report 2512-5639: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86697 38 Staff Report 2512-5604: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86855 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 31 of 1165 rates fund needed investments in infrastructure. A council member noted ongoing coordination with regional partners and other elected officials to obtain additional information from SFPUC. One council member expressed support for taking a more conservative approach to reserves, while also noting hesitation pending completion of the reserve study by Baker Tilly and requesting additional information on debt capacity. Council members also asked staff to revisit the water sales forecast to better align with RHNA-related growth assumptions and future housing development, and to coordinate with planning staff to confirm which housing unit projections are reflected in the forecast. 43, staff presented the Wastewater Collection Utility rate proposal to the UAC. The UAC voted 6-1 to recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 16% rate increase. Commissioners asked about wastewater treatment costs including underlying drivers, impact on Wastewater Collection utility rates, and potential cost-saving opportunities at the treatment plant. One Commissioner asked about the assumptions underlying projected capacity fee revenues and the risks associated with those projections. Commissioners also inquired about rainwater infiltration and its potential impact on Collection system costs. In addition, one Commissioner asked about the findings of the sewer master plan and recommended improving the staff report narrative, particularly the discussion of FY 2025 actuals and neighborhood bill comparisons. 44 and unanimously approved the proposal. 45 and the Finance Committee unanimously approved the proposal. 46, the UAC reviewed the Electric rate proposals and financial forecast and voted 6-1 to approve the staff recommendation. 43 Staff Report 2512-5640: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86546 44 Staff Report 2512-5608: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86854 45 Staff Report 2601-5866: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86856 46 Staff Report 2603-6163: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87029 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 32 of 1165 asked questions about time-of-use rates, indexing rate increases to inflation indices, and reserves. 51. As a result of this discussion, the Committee directed Utilities Department Staff to develop a rebate program for building permit fees related to PV and ESS. Further, the Committee directed Utilities Department Staff to develop rebate programs related to HVAC systems and new or replacement service panels less than 400A52. 53, a UAC Commissioner summarized the perspectives of the UAC including that the Commission was generally aligned with the current strategy, expressing support for continued investment in grid modernization while stretching project timelines to mitigate near-term rate pressure. Staff explained the transfer was to hedge against volatility in hydropower costs driven by drought conditions. While hydropower remains a low-cost resource, it is highly sensitive to water availability, creating exposure to sudden cost increases. 54, staff presented the rate proposal to the UAC. Commissioners voted 4-3 to recommend to maintain an overall rate increase of no more than 7% for FY 2027 through a combination of reducing the General Fund Transfer and potentially using other levers such as reserve levels. Commissioners raised concerns about the gas utility's long-term financial sustainability, highlighting the challenge of planning for end-of-life of the gas system while 51 The April 7, 2026, staff report can be viewed through this link. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/viewer/preview?id=0&type=8&uid=3f9162f0-a2c5-4baf-942e-cf17727675e1 52 The April 7, 2026 Finance Committee meeting resulted in actions directing staff to develop a rebate program funded through Utilities non-rate revenues that provides subsidies for all fee categories at an amount that approximates the difference between City costs and state caps, and to develop a rebate program funded through Utilities non-rate revenues that provides subsidies for all fee categories at an amount that approximates the proposed cost in Table 2, excluding “Electric Service – New or Replacement 400 amp and Greater.” 53 Staff Report 2512-5603: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87766 54 Staff Report 2512-5641: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87025 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 33 of 1165 managing rising operating and capital costs. Lastly, Commissioners debated the General Fund Transfer assumption, with some recommending a reduction from 18%. 59, a Committee member recommended that future reports more explicitly acknowledge that reserve balances were drawn down during COVID to support lower rate increases, and that current upward rate pressure is partially a consequence of those prior decisions. A Finance Committee member noted recent news from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) of a potential price spike in FY 2027. Staff responded that they actively monitor market conditions and, based on current trends showing declining prices and high levels of storage staff does not anticipate any spike. 60 and unanimously approved the proposal61. The rate increase was subsequently discussed with the Stormwater Management Oversight Committee on April 13, 2026. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW 59 Staff Report 2512-5607: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87765 60 Finance Committee, April 7, 2026; Agenda Item #1; SR #2602-5981, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87150 61 Finance Committee, April 7, 2026; Agenda Item #1, Action Minutes, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87140 Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 34 of 1165 ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Resolution for the FY 2027 Water Utility Attachment B: Resolution for the FY 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Attachment C: Resolution for the FY 2027 Refuse Rates Attachment D: Resolution for the FY 2027 Electric Utility Attachment E: Resolution for the FY 2027 Gas Utility Attachment F: Resolution for the FY 2027 Fiber Optic Utility Attachment G: Resolution for the FY 2027 Storm Water Management Fee Rates Attachment H: Table of URLs for Exhibits to Attachments A - G APPROVED BY: Alan Kurotori, Director of Utilities Item 2 Item 2 Staff Report Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 35 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment A 1 027060226 Resolution No. Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Approving the FY 2027 Water Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Transfer, and Amending Rate Schedules W-1 (General Residential Water Service), W-2 (Water Service from Fire Hydrants), W-3 (Fire Service Connections), W-4 (Residential Master-Metered and General Non-Residential Water Service), and W-7 (Non-Residential Irrigation Water Service) R E C I T A L S A. Each year the City of Palo Alto (“City”) assesses the financial position of its utilities with the goal of ensuring adequate revenue to fund operations. This includes making long-term projections of market conditions, the physical condition of the system, and other factors that could affect utility costs, and setting rates adequate to recover these costs. The City does this with the goal of providing safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services at competitive rates. The City adopts Financial Plans or Forecasts to summarize these projections. B. The City uses reserves to protect against contingencies and to manage other aspects of its operations, and regularly assesses the adequacy of these reserves and the management practices governing their operation. The status of utility reserves and their management practices are included in Reserves Management Practices (Attachment A, Exhibit 3) and Water Utility Financial Details (Attachment A, Exhibit 2) attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. C. Pursuant to Chapter 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the Council of the City of Palo Alto may by resolution adopt rules and regulations governing utility services, fees and charges. D. On June 15, 2026, the City Council held a full and fair public hearing regarding the proposed rate increase and considered all protests against the proposals. E. As required by Article XIII D, Section 6 of the California Constitution and applicable law, notice of the June 15, 2026 public hearing was mailed to all City of Palo Alto Utilities water customers on April 30, 2026. F. The City Clerk has tabulated the total number of written protests presented by the close of the public hearing, and determined that it was less than fifty percent (50%) of the total number of customers and property owners subject to the proposed water rate amendments, therefore a majority protest does not exist against the proposal. The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: Item 2 Attachment A - Resolution for the FY 2027 Water Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 36 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment A 2 027060226 SECTION 1. The Council hereby approves the Reserves Management Practices (Attachment A, Exhibit 3) and Water Utility Financial Details (Attachment A, Exhibit 2) presented to City Council on June 15, 2026, which are attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. SECTION 2. The Council hereby approves the transfer of up to $5,500,000 from the Operations Reserve to the CIP Reserve in FY 2026, as described in the FY 2027 Water Utility Financial Forecast. SECTION 3. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule W-1 (General Residential Water Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment A, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule W-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 4. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule W-2 (Water Service from Fire Hydrants) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment A, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule W-2, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 5. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule W-3 (Fire Service Connections) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment A, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule W-3, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 6. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule W-4 (Residential Master-Metered and General Non-Residential Water Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment A, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule W-4, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 7. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule W-7 (Non-Residential Irrigation Water Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment A, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule W-7, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 8. The City Council finds as follows: a. Revenues derived from the water rates approved by this resolution do not exceed the funds required to provide water service. b. Revenues derived from the water rates approved by this resolution shall not be used for any purpose other than providing water service, and the purposes set forth in Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. c. The amount of the water rates imposed upon any parcel or person as an incident of property ownership shall not exceed the proportional cost of the water service attributable to the parcel. Item 2 Attachment A - Resolution for the FY 2027 Water Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 37 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment A 3 027060226 SECTION 9. The Council finds that the fees and charges adopted by this resolution are charges imposed for a specific government service or product provided directly to the payor that are not provided to those not charged, and do not exceed the reasonable costs to the City of providing the service or product. SECTION 10. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution approving the FY 2027 Water Financial Forecast and Reserve transfers does not meet the California Environmental Quality Act’s (CEQA) definition of a project under Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), because it is an administrative governmental activity which will not cause a direct or indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore, no environmental review is required. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution changing water rates to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Sec. 15273(a). After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: Assistant City Attorney City Manager Director of Utilities Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment A - Resolution for the FY 2027 Water Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 38 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment B 1 6059756 Resolution No. ______ Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Approving the FY 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Management Practices, and Amending Rate Schedules S-1 (Residential Wastewater Collection and Disposal), S-2 (Commercial Wastewater Collection and Disposal), S-6 (Restaurant Wastewater Collection and Disposal) and S-7 (Commercial Wastewater Collection and Disposal – Industrial Discharger) R E C I T A L S A. Each year the City of Palo Alto (“City”) assesses the financial position of its utilities with the goal of ensuring adequate revenue to fund operations. This includes making long-term projections of market conditions, the physical condition of the system, and other factors that could affect utility costs, and setting rates adequate to recover these costs. The City does this with the goal of providing safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services at competitive rates. The City adopts Financial Forecasts or Plans to summarize these projections. B. The City uses reserves to protect against contingencies and to manage other aspects of its operations, and regularly assesses the adequacy of these reserves and the management practices governing their operation. The status of utility reserves and their management practices are included in Reserves Management Practices (Attachment B, Exhibit 3) and Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Details (Attachment B, Exhibit 2) attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. C. Pursuant to Chapter 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the Council of the City of Palo Alto may by resolution adopt rules and regulations governing utility services, fees and charges. D. On June 15, 2026, the City Council held a full and fair public hearing regarding the proposed rate increase and considered all protests against the proposals. E. As required by Article XIII D, Section 6 of the California Constitution and applicable law, notice of the June 15, 2026 public hearing was mailed to all City of Palo Alto Utilities wastewater customers on April 30, 2026. F. The City Clerk has tabulated the total number of written protests presented by the close of the public hearing, and determined that it was less than fifty percent (50%) of the total number of customers and property owners subject to the proposed wastewater rate amendments, therefore a majority protest does not exist against the proposal. The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: SECTION 1. The Council hereby approves the Reserves Management Practices (Attachment B, Exhibit 3) and Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Details (Attachment B, Exhibit 2) presented to City Council on June 15, 2026, which are attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. Item 2 Attachment B - Resolution for the FY 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 39 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment B 2 6059756 SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule S-1 (Residential Wastewater Collection and Disposal) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment B, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule S-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 3. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule S-2 (Commercial Wastewater Collection and Disposal) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment B, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule S-2, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 4. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule S-6 (Restaurant Wastewater Collection and Disposal) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment B, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule S-6, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 5. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule S-7 (Commercial Wastewater Collection and Disposal – Industrial Discharger) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment B, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule S-7, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 6. The Council finds that the revenue derived from the wastewater rates approved by this resolution do not exceed the funds required to provide wastewater service, and the revenue derived from the adoption of this resolution shall be used only for the purposes set forth in Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. SECTION 7. The Council finds that the fees and charges adopted by this resolution are charges imposed for a specific government service or product provided directly to the payor that are not provided to those not charged, and do not exceed the reasonable costs to the City of providing the service or product. // // // // Item 2 Attachment B - Resolution for the FY 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 40 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment B 3 6059756 SECTION 8. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution approving the FY 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Management Practices does not meet the California Environmental Quality Act’s definition of a project under Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), because it is an administrative governmental activity which will not cause a direct or indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore, no environmental review is required. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution changing Wastewater collection rates to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Sec. 15273(a). After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: Assistant City Attorney City Manager Director of Utilities Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment B - Resolution for the FY 2027 Wastewater Collection Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 41 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0290196_20260604_ms29 Attachment C Resolution No. ______ Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Utility Rate Schedules R-1 and R C to Increase Refuse Rate for Fiscal Year 2027 R E C I T A L S A. Pursuant to Chapter 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the City Council may by resolution adopt rules and regulations governing utility services, fees, and charges; and B. The City has considered the need for an adjustment in refuse collection rates to reconcile the solid waste revenues with the projected costs of providing refuse services and to minimize reliance on the Refuse Fund Rate Stabilization Reserve and has determined that the proposed refuse collection rates will not result in revenues that exceed the funds required to provide refuse service or in fees imposed on any parcel that exceed the proportional cost of service attributable to that parcel; and C. Pursuant to Article XIIID Sec. 6 of the California Constitution and Government Code Section 53755, on June 15, 2026 the Council of the City of Palo Alto held a full and fair public hearing to consider all protests against the proposed refuse rate increases; and D. As required by Article XIII D, Section 6 of the California Constitution and applicable law, notice of the June 15, 2026 public hearing was mailed to all City of Palo Alto Utilities refuse customers and property owners on April 30, 2026; and E. The total number of written protests submitted by parcels receiving refuse collection services, prior to the close of the public hearing, was less than fifty percent (50%) of the total number of parcels subject to the proposed refuse rate increases. The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule R-1 (Domestic Refuse Collection) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment C, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule R-1, as amended, shall become effective on July 1, 2026. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule R-C (Commercial Refuse Collection) is hereby amended to read in as shown in Attachment C, Exhibit 1. The foregoing Utility Rate Schedule R-C, as amended, shall become effective on July 1, 2026. SECTION 3. The Council finds that the revenue derived from the authorized Item 2 Attachment C - Resolution for the FY 2027 Refuse Rates Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 42 of 1165 2 0290196_20260604_ms29 Attachment C adjustments of the refuse collection rates shall be used only for the purpose of providing refuse service and minimizing reliance on the Refuse Fund Rate Stabilization Reserve, the purposes set forth in Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. SECTION 4. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution amending the Utility Rate Schedules R-1 and R-C to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Sec. 15273(a). This action is also not subject to CEQA under 14 CCR Sec. 15378(b)(4), as a fiscal activity that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: __________________________ _____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: __________________________ _____________________________ City Attorney or Designee City Manager _____________________________ Director of Public Works / City Engineer _____________________________ Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment C - Resolution for the FY 2027 Refuse Rates Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 43 of 1165 NOT YET APPROVED Attachment D 1 027060426 Resolution No. _ Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Electric Utility Financial Forecast and Reserve Transfer, Amending the Electric Utility Reserves Management Practices and Utility Rate Schedules E-1 (Residential Electric Service), E-1 TOU (Residential Time of Use Electric Service), E-2 (Residential Master-Metered and Small Non-Residential Electric Service), E-2-G (Residential Master- Metered and Small Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service), E-4 (Medium Non-Residential Electric Service), E-4-G (Medium Non- Residential Green Power Electric Service), E-4 TOU (Medium Non-Residential Electric Time of Use Service), E-7 (Large Non Residential Electric Service), E-7-G (Large Non- Residential Green Power Electric Service), E-7 TOU (Large Non-Residential Electric Time of Use Service), E-14 (Street Lights), E-16 (Unmetered Electric Service), E-EEC-1 (Export Electricity Compensation), and E-NSE-1 (Net Metering Surplus Electricity Compensation), and Directing the Use of Up To $225,000 in Renewable Energy Certificate Exchange Net Revenues in Fiscal Year 2027 to Reduce Electric Customers’ Photovoltaic Generation and Energy Storage System Installation Costs R E C I T A L S A. Each year the City of Palo Alto (“City”) assesses the financial position of its utilities with the goal of ensuring adequate revenue to fund operations. This includes making long-term projections of market conditions, the physical condition of the system, and other factors that could affect utility costs, and setting rates adequate to recover these costs. It does this with the goal of providing safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services at competitive rates. The City adopts Financial Forecasts or Plans to summarize these projections. B. The City uses reserves to protect against contingencies and to manage other aspects of its operations, and regularly assesses the adequacy of these reserves and the management practices governing their operation. The status of utility reserves and their management practices are included in Reserves Management Practices (Attachment D, Exhibit 3) and Electric Utility Financial Details (Attachment D, Exhibit 2) attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. C. On April 7, 2026, the Finance Committee directed staff 1 to develop financial offsets for building permits related to electrification, photovoltaic (PV) generation, energy storage systems (ESS), HVAC systems, and electric panel upgrades less than 400amps. D. After review of possible funding sources, which include revenues from the REC 1 April 7, 2026 Action Minutes for item 2: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=18557&compileOutputType=1 Item 2 Attachment D - Resolution for the FY 2027 Electric Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 44 of 1165 NOT YET APPROVED Attachment D 2 027060426 Exchange Program 2, public benefits funds, and Cap-and-Invest program revenues, staff recommend using REC Exchange Program revenues for PV and ESS building permit fees, and using existing efficiency electrification incentive programs to offset the related costs of HVAC systems, including panel upgrades, service upgrades, and building permit fees. E. The use of REC Exchange Program revenues for local decarbonization requires an offsetting reduction in the allocation of Cap-and-Invest auction revenues to the City’s Cap-and- Invest Reserve. F. Pursuant to Chapter 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the Council of the City of Palo Alto may by resolution adopt rules and regulations governing utility services, fees and charges. G. On June 15, 2026, the City Council heard and approved the proposed rate increase at a noticed public hearing. The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: SECTION 1. The Council hereby approves the fiscal year (“FY”) 2027 Amended Electric Utility Reserve Management Practices (Attachment D, Exhibit 3) and Electric Utility Financial Details (Attachment D, Exhibit 2) presented to the City Council on June 15, 2026, which are attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council; SECTION 2. The Council hereby approves the transfer of up to $5 million from the Electric Utility Distribution Operations Reserve to the Electric Utility Capital Reserve in FY 2026, as described in the FY 2027 Electric Utility Financial Forecast (Attachment D, Exhibit 2); SECTION 3. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-1 (Residential Electric Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 4. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-1 TOU (Residential Time of Use Electric Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-1 TOU, as amended, shall become 2 On August 24, 2020, the City Council adopted Resolution 9913, amending the Electric Utility’s Carbon Neutral Plan to permit the exchange of Bucket 1 RECs for Bucket 3 RECS (the REC Exchange Program); Staff report 11556, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86875&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&cr=1. In 2022 and 2025 Council directed staff via minute order to allocate an amount equivalent to all of the revenues earned from the REC Exchange Program from the City’s Cap and Trade Reserve to local decarbonization efforts. Staff Report 14735, 12/12/2022, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=82045; Staff Report 2510-5281, 12/15/25, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=84126 Item 2 Attachment D - Resolution for the FY 2027 Electric Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 45 of 1165 NOT YET APPROVED Attachment D 3 027060426 effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 5. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-2 (Residential Master-Metered and Small Non-Residential Electric Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-2, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 6. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-2-G (Residential Master-Metered and Small Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-2-G, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 7. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-4 (Medium Non-Residential Electric Service) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-4, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 8. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-4-G (Medium Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-4-G, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 9. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-4 TOU (Medium Non-Residential Time of Use Electric Service) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-4 TOU, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; and SECTION 10. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-7 (Large Non-Residential Electric Service) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-7, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 11. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-7-G (Large Non-Residential Green Power Electric Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-7-G, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 12. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-7 TOU (Large Non-Residential Time of Use Electric Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-7 TOU, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; Item 2 Attachment D - Resolution for the FY 2027 Electric Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 46 of 1165 NOT YET APPROVED Attachment D 4 027060426 SECTION 13. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-14 (Street Lights) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-14, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 14. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-16 (Unmetered Electric Service) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-16, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 15. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-EEC-1 (Export Electricity Compensation) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-EEC-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 16. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule E-NSE-1 (Net Surplus Electricity Compensation Rate) is hereby amended to read shown in Attachment D, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule E-NSE-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026; SECTION 17. The Council finds that the revenue derived from the adoption of this resolution shall be used only for the purpose set forth in Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. SECTION 18. The Council finds that the fees and charges adopted by this resolution are charges imposed for a specific government service or product provided directly to the payor that are not provided to those not charged, and do not exceed the reasonable costs to the City of providing the service or product. SECTION 19. The Council directs the use of up to $225,000 in REC Exchange net revenues in FY 2027 to reduce electric customer costs related to photovoltaic generation and energy storage system installations, as local decarbonization efforts, and directs staff to take the following actions: a. change the funding mechanism for the Cap-and-Invest Reserve to allocate up to $225,000 less in Cap-and-Invest auction revenues in FY 2027 to the City’s Cap- and-Invest Reserve and instead allocate these funds for other local decarbonization efforts; and b. review existing HVAC incentive levels including consideration of financial offsets to lower the cost of related work including panel upgrades, electric utility service upgrades, or the cost of building permit fees; and c. return to Council within Fiscal Year 2027 to review the Electric Supply Portfolio Carbon Neutral Plan and use of revenues derived from the REC Exchange Program. Item 2 Attachment D - Resolution for the FY 2027 Electric Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 47 of 1165 NOT YET APPROVED Attachment D 5 027060426 SECTION 20. The Council finds that approving the Electric Reserves Management Practices, Electric Financial Forecast, Electric Reserve transfer and Directing the Use of Up To $225,000 in Renewable Energy Certificate Exchange Net Revenues in Fiscal Year 2027 to Reduce Electric Customers’ Photovoltaic Generation and Energy Storage System Installation Costs does not meet the California Environmental Quality Act’s (CEQA) definition of a project under Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), because each is an administrative governmental activity which will not cause a direct or indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore, no environmental assessment is required. The Council finds that changing electric rates to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and CEQA Guidelines Sec. 15273(a). After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: Assistant City Attorney City Manager Director of Utilities Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment D - Resolution for the FY 2027 Electric Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 48 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment E 6059758 1 Resolution No. Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Approving the Fiscal Year 2027 Gas Utility Financial Forecast, Reserve Transfer and General Fund Transfer, and Amending the Gas Utility Reserves Management Practices and Rate Schedules G-1 (Residential Gas Service), G-2 (Residential Master-Metered and Commercial Gas Service), and G-3 (Large Commercial Gas Service) R E C I T A L S A. Each year the City of Palo Alto (“City”) regularly assesses the financial position of its utilities with the goal of ensuring adequate revenue to fund operations, including reserves. This includes making long-term projections of market conditions, the physical condition of the system, and other factors that could affect utility costs, and setting rates adequate to recover these costs. It does this with the goal of providing safe, reliable, and sustainable utility services at competitive rates. The City adopts Financial Forecasts or Plans to summarize these projections. B. The City uses reserves to protect against contingencies and to manage other aspects of its operations, and regularly assesses the adequacy of these reserves and the management practices governing their operation. The status of utility reserves and their management practices are included in Reserves Management Practices (Attachment E, Exhibit 3) and Gas Utility Financial Details (Attachment E, Exhibit 2) attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. C. Pursuant to Chapter 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the Council of the City of Palo Alto may by resolution adopt rules and regulations governing utility services, fees and charges. D. On June 15, 2026, the City Council heard and approved the proposed rate increase at a noticed public hearing. The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: SECTION 1. The Council hereby approves the fiscal year (“FY”) 2027 Amended Reserves Management Practices (Attachment E, Exhibit 3) and Gas Utility Financial Details (Attachment E, Exhibit 2) presented to the City Council on June 15, 2026, which are attached to this resolution and made a part of the staff report presented to the City Council. SECTION 2. The Council hereby approves the transfer of up to $1.5 million from the Gas Utility Operations Reserve to the Distribution Rate Stabilization Reserve in FY 2026. SECTION 3. The Council hereby approves the transfer of up to 18% of gas utility gross revenues received during FY 2025 to the general fund in FY 2027. SECTION 4. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule G-1 (Residential Gas Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment E, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule G-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. Item 2 Attachment E - Resolution for the FY 2027 Gas Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 49 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment E 6059758 2 SECTION 5. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule G-2 (Residential Master-Metered and Commercial Gas Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment E, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule G-2, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 6. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule G-3 (Large Commercial Gas Service) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment E, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule G-3, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 7. The City Council finds that revenues derived from the gas rates approved by this resolution do not exceed the funds required to provide gas service and shall not be used for any purpose other than providing gas service, and the purposes set forth in Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. SECTION 8. The Council finds that the fees and charges adopted by this resolution are charges imposed for a specific government service or product provided directly to the payor that are not provided to those not charged, and do not exceed the reasonable costs to the City of providing the service or product. // // // // // // // Item 2 Attachment E - Resolution for the FY 2027 Gas Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 50 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment E 6059758 3 SECTION 9. The Council finds that approving the FY 2027 Gas Utility Financial Forecast does not meet the California Environmental Quality Act’s (CEQA) definition of a project under Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), because it is an administrative governmental activity which will not cause a direct or indirect physical change in the environment, and therefore, no environmental assessment is required. The Council finds that changing gas rates to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Sec. 15273(a). After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: Assistant City Attorney City Manager Director of Utilities Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment E - Resolution for the FY 2027 Gas Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 51 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment F 027060426 1 Resolution No. _________ Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending Rate Schedules EDF-1 (Dark Fiber Licensing Services) and EDF-2 (Dark Fiber Connection Fees) The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule EDF-1 (Dark Fiber Licensing Services) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment F, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule EDF-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule EDF-2 (Dark Fiber Connection Fees) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment F, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule EDF-2, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 3. The Council finds that the revenue derived from the adoption of this resolution shall be used only for the purpose set forth in Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. // // // // // // Item 2 Attachment F - Resolution for the FY 2027 Fiber Optic Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 52 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* Attachment F 027060426 2 SECTION 4. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution amending Dark Fiber utility rates by the Consumer Price Index to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Sec. 15273(a). After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: Assistant City Attorney City Manager Director of Utilities Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment F - Resolution for the FY 2027 Fiber Optic Utility Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 53 of 1165 Attachment G ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0290195_20260604_ms29 Resolution No. ______ Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending Utility Rate Schedule D-1 (Storm and Surface Water Drainage) to Increase Storm Water Management Fee Rates by 3.0% Per Month Per Equivalent Residential Unit for Fiscal Year 2027 R E C I T A L S A. In April 2017, a majority of property owners approved a ballot measure adopting a monthly Storm Water Management Fee to fund storm drain capital improvements projects, enhanced maintenance of the storm drain system, storm water quality protection programs, and related activities. B. The ballot measure allowed for annual increases to the fee based on lesser of the local rate of inflation (based on changes to the Consumer Price Index for the San Francisco- Oakland-San Jose region as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics) or 6%. C. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Consumer Price Index for the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose region increased by 3.0% between December 2024 and December 2025. The Council of the City of Palo Alto RESOLVES as follows: SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section 12.20.010 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, Utility Rate Schedule D-1 (Storm and Surface Water Drainage) is hereby amended to read as shown in Attachment G, Exhibit 1. Utility Rate Schedule D-1, as amended, shall become effective July 1, 2026. SECTION 2. The Council finds that this rate increase is being imposed to offset the effects of inflation on labor and material costs pursuant to the annual inflationary fee escalator provision of the Storm Water Management Fee ballot measure, which was approved by a majority of Palo Alto property owners on April 11, 2017. SECTION 3. The Council finds that the revenue derived from the authorized adoption enumerated herein shall be used only for the purposes set forth in the 2017 Storm Water Management Fee ballot measure, and Article VII, Section 2, of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto, consistent with any limitations imposed by Article XIII C and Article XIII D of the California Constitution. // // Item 2 Attachment G - Resolution for the FY 2027 Storm Water Management Fee Rates Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 54 of 1165 Attachment G ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0290195_20260604_ms29 SECTION 4. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution changing the Storm Water Management Fee to meet operating expenses, purchase supplies and materials, meet financial reserve needs and obtain funds for capital improvements necessary to maintain service is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to California Public Resources Code Sec. 21080(b)(8) and Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations Sec. 15378(b)(4). After reviewing the staff report and all attachments presented to Council, the Council incorporates these documents herein and finds that sufficient evidence has been presented setting forth with specificity the basis for this claim of CEQA exemption. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: City Attorney or Designee City Manager Director of Public Works Director of Administrative Services Item 2 Attachment G - Resolution for the FY 2027 Storm Water Management Fee Rates Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 55 of 1165 Attachment H: Table of URLs for Exhibits to Attachments A - G Attachment Exhibit Title URL A 1 FY27 Water Rate Schedule https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-a-exhibit-1-fy27-water-rate- schedules.pdf A 2 FY27 Water Utility Financial Details https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-a-exhibit-2-fy27-water-utility- financial-details.pdf A 3 FY27 Water Reserve Management Practices https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-a-exhibit-3-fy27-water- reserve-management-practices.pdf A 4 FY27 Water Utility Communications Plan and Samples https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-a-exhibit-4-fy27-water-utility- communications-plan-and-samples.pdf B 1 FY27 Wastewater Collection Rate Schedule https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-b-exhibit-1-fy27-wastewater- collection-rate-schedules.pdf B 2 FY27 Wastewater Collection Utility Financial Details https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-b-exhibit-2-fy27-wastewater- collection-utility-financial-details.pdf B 3 FY27 Water Utility Reserves Management Practices https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-b-exhibit-3-fy27-wastewater- collection-reserve-management-practices.pdf B 4 FY27 Wastewater Collection Utility Communications Plan https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-b-exhibit-4-fy27-wastewater- collection-utility-communications-plan.pdf C 1 FY27 Refuse Rate Schedules https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-c-exhibit-1-fy27-refuse-rate- schedules.pdf D 1 FY27 Electric Rate Schedules https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-d-exhibit-1-fy27-electric-rate- schedules.pdf D 2 FY27 Electric Utility Financial Details https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-d-exhibit-2-fy27-electric- utility-financial-details.pdf Item 2 Attachment H - Table of URLs for Exhibits to Attachments A-G Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 56 of 1165 Attachment H: Table of URLs for Exhibits to Attachments A - G Attachment Exhibit Title URL D 3 FY27 Electric Reserves Management Practices https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-d-exhibit-3-fy27-electric- reserves-management-practices-redline.pdf D 4 FY27 Electric Utility Communications Plan https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-d-exhibit-4-fy27-electric- communications-plan.pdf E 1 FY27 Gas Rate Schedules https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-e-exhibit-1-fy27-gas-rate- schedules.pdf E 2 FY27 Gas Utility Financial Details https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-e-exhibit-2-fy27-gas-utility- financial-details.pdf E 3 FY27 Gas Reserve Management Practices https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-e-exhibit-3-fy27-gas-reserve- management-practices-redline.pdf E 4 FY 27 Gas Utility Communications Plan https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-e-exhibit-4-fy27-gas-utility- communications-plan.pdf F 1 FY27 Fiber Rate Schedules https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-f-exhibit-1-fy27-fiber-rate- schedules.pdf G 1 FY27 Storm and Surface Water Drainage Rate Schedule https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/agendas-minutes- reports/agendas-minutes/city-council-agendas- minutes/2026/june/rates/attachment-g-exhibit-1-fy27-storm-and- surface-water-drainage-rate-schedule.pdf Item 2 Attachment H - Table of URLs for Exhibits to Attachments A-G Item 2: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 57 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: ACTION ITEMS Lead Department: Administrative Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2512-5698 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of an Ordinance Adopting the Operating and Capital Budgets, Revised Table of Organization, and Municipal Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2027; Adoption of a Resolution Proposing the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027 - State Law/ City Charter; Accept the Bi-Annual Actuarial Valuation Report of Palo Alto's Retiree Healthcare and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) as of June 30, 2025 and Approve Annual Actuarially Determined Contribution for Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028; Authorize the City Manager or their Designee to Negotiate and Execute a Memorandum of Understanding and Funding Agreement (or Lease Agreement Amendment) with the Palo Alto Museum to Provide Cost Sharing for Repairs to the Basement and Waterproofing in the Roth Building and Improvements to Heritage Park Drainage RECOMMENDATION The Finance Committee and Staff recommend that the City Council hold a public hearing to: 1. Adopt the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Ordinance (Attachment A), which includes: City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets, previously distributed at the May 4th City Council Meeting (Attachment A, Exhibit 1) Amendments to the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Operating Budget (Attachment A, Exhibit 2) Amendments to the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Capital Budget (Attachment A, Exhibit 3) Fiscal Year 2027 City Table of Organization (Attachment A, Exhibit 4) Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes (Attachment A, Exhibit 5) 2. Accept the Fiscal Year 2027 – 2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) 3. Adopt a Resolution determining the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027 (Attachment B) 4. Accept the June 30, 2025 actuarial valuation of Palo Alto's Retiree Healthcare Plan and fund the annual Actuarially Determine Contribution (ADC) for Fiscal Year 2027 and 2028 5. Authorize the City Manager or their designee to negotiate and execute a Memorandum of Understanding and Funding Agreement (or Lease Agreement Amendment) with the Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 58 of 1165 Palo Alto Museum to provide cost sharing for repairs to the basement and waterproofing in the Roth Building and improvements to Heritage Park drainage. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1) recommended the City Council adopt the FY 2027 budget inclusive of the Final Recommended Changes (and technical changes) section of this memorandum. The Finance Committee voted unanimously (3-0) to recommend adoption of the Operating and Capital Budgets, the Municipal Fee Schedule, and the FY 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program as amended. However, the motion to fund the approved City Council Administrative Assistant pilot program with FY 2026 funds through December 2026 was split for the purposes of voting and passed on a 2-1 vote. All changes to the Proposed Budget recommended by the Finance Committee are detailed for the FY 2027 Operating Budget, by fund and by department, in Attachment A, Exhibits 2 and 3. 1 Finance Committee, May 19 2026; Agenda Item #1; SR #2605-6339 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=88191&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=ab93b1d 7-9fab-454a-afcb-bedc8a387cdc Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 59 of 1165 The City continues to make infrastructure a priority through capital project investments in FY 2027 and through the 2027–2031 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The FY 2027 budget includes projects to maintain current infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, and facilities as well as enterprise funded capital needs such as electric, gas and water distribution networks and substantial improvements at the Regional Water Quality Control Plant. The 2027–2031 CIP also includes projects to upgrade the City’s infrastructure by accelerating design and construction timelines for key rail crossing Quiet Zone improvements, implementing regional transportation and bicycle pathway enhancements, and continuing multi-year investments in grid modernization and public safety facilities. FY 2027 Appropriation Limit Actuarial Report of Retiree Healthcare and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) 3 BACKGROUND 3 Finance Committee, May 19, 2026; Agenda Item #2; SR #2512-5689 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=88190&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=d9f6aacd -de03-4347-9eca-ef790f500ab0 Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 60 of 1165 an overview section with descriptions of each of these fund types and detailed information of the revenues and expenses for each fund as well as for each individual department. 5, will represent the ratification of the amendments that were approved by vote through the budget hearings. These amendments include all changes to the Table of Organization. A comprehensive list of meeting materials issued during Finance Committee budget hearings is available on the City website, www.paloalto.gov/budget. 5 Finance Committee, May 19, 2026; Agenda Item #1; 2605-6339, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=88191&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=cd9f5ca8- 35aa-47ce-9a87-5d6c17516935 Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 61 of 1165 ANALYSIS This report is organized by the following sections: FY 2027 Final Recommended Changes: A summary of final direction given by the Finance Committee on May 19th and additional recommended technical and staff adjustments organized by fund type. Table of Organization: A summary of additional changes to the Table of Organization because of adjustments made to the proposed budget that was presented to City Council on May 4, 2026. Municipal Fee Schedule: A summary of the changes in the review and recommendations to Council for the FY 2026 Municipal Fee Schedule for incorporation in the FY 2027 Proposed Budget (Staff Report #: 2604-6297).7 FY 2027 Utility Rate Changes: A brief overview of the rate changes reviewed by the Utilities Advisory Commission and Finance Committee and the final decision the City Council will make on June 15, 2026; each of these rate changes are included in the FY 2027 budget assumptions. FY 2027 Appropriation Limit Resolution: Review and approval of a resolution based on California Article XIIIB to the State Constitution, as amended by Proposition 98 in 1988 and Proposition 111 in 1990. The provisions of this article place limits on the amount of revenue that can be appropriated by all entities of government. Attachments: Attached to this report are several documents as outlined and referenced throughout the recommendation language and the report. In addition, links to all the materials presented throughout the budget process to the City Council such as staff reports, At Places Memorandums, presentations made during the budget hearings, and transcripts from City Council Budget Hearings are included. Although Council only adopts the budget for the upcoming Fiscal Year, the FY 2027 Proposed Budget continues the practice of outlining a long-range balancing strategy, while investing in priority services, infrastructure, and saving for long-term liabilities. The strategy includes revenue enhancements, limiting or reducing ongoing costs and looking for innovations to mitigate the potential for greater future deficits. While there are continued unknowns and uncertainties ahead, the FY 2027 Budget offers the Council, community, and staff the ability to address community priorities while reducing expenses working toward an ongoing balanced financial strategy. This section reviews amendments to the FY 2027 Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets presented to the City Council on May 4th, including final adjustments recommended by the 7 Finance Committee, May 6, 2026; Agenda Item #4; SR #2604-6297, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87994&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=9902123 d-9a2a-487e-841e-95ad41048777 Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 62 of 1165 Finance Committee and technical adjustments recommended by staff. A comprehensive list of these adjustments by Fund Type, Fund, and Department is included in Attachment A, Exhibit 2 for changes to the FY 2027 Operating Budget, and Attachment A, Exhibit 3 for funding recommended to be reappropriated from FY 2026 to FY 2027 to continue work on capital projects. Changes to the Table of Organization are discussed later in this memorandum, and an updated Table of Organization is included in Attachment A, Exhibit 4. OPERATING BUDGET OPERATING BUDGET – General Fund Budget Stabilization Reserve Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 63 of 1165 Finance Committee Recommended Adjustments Throughout budget hearings in May, the Finance Committee engaged in several meetings to review proposed budget documents and recommend tentative adjustments. Two of these adjustments will leverage FY26 budget funding via reappropriations. They include $30,000 for the City Council Administrative Assistant pilot program and $150,000 to support oversized vehicle compliance and enforcement work performed by the Office of Transportation. Table 1 summarizes the Finance Committee General Fund recommended adjustments to the proposed budget. TABLE 1: FY 2027 General Fund Recommended Budget Adjustments Dept Descriptions FY27 Revenue FY27 Expense FY27 Net Revenue/ (Expense) FY28/ Ongoing (Savings) CSD JMZ Conservation Costs and explore utilizing existing conservation programs to fulfill the AZA requirements to the extent possible | Reduce Hourly Positions - (64,000)64,000 (64,000) POL School Crossing Guards | Contingent upon 50% match from PAUSD 51,250 102,500 (51,250)TBD POL Track Watch | Contingent upon 50% match from PAUSD (March - June)307,715 615,430 (307,715)TBD NON OSV - Geng Road parking site from Sept- June ($200k) and additional towing capacity to include ($184K) for enforcement and street sweeping. - 384,000 (384,000)TBD NON Non-Profit Work Plan - Option C - 124,000 (124,000)TBD PWD Adjust Canopy contract with total reduction of $15,000 instead of the $43,550 and direct staff to communicate with Canopy regarding scope reductions - 28,550 (28,550)28,550 OOT 1.0 FTE Assistant Engineer - Office of Transportation (leveraging $150K OSV Reappropriations from FY26) 38,646 38,646 -TBD OOT Quiet Zone – accelerate design to FY27 and construction to FY28 - 1,000,000 (1,000,000)N/A NON TOT Revenue Increase and Increase of CIP Transfer 542,000 542,000 - N/A NON General Fund Base Transfer to CIP Decrease - (460,059)460,059 N/A NON Use of Measure K | Affordable Housing - (384,000)384,000 N/A NON Use of Measure K | Transportation - (1,000,000)1,000,000 N/A Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 64 of 1165 Dept Descriptions FY27 Revenue FY27 Expense FY27 Net Revenue/ (Expense) FY28/ Ongoing (Savings) NON Technical Adjustments (net aggregated to balance)- 12,544 (12,544) N/A Total 939,611 939,611 - While the City adopts an annual budget, Finance Committee made recommendations for FY 2027 in consideration of our multi-year budget balancing strategy to reduce the City’s multi- year budget deficit. Table 2 reflects the updated forecast: TABLE 2: General Fund Long-Range Financial Plan Summary *FY2029 does not reflect fiscal impact of bi-annual OPEB actuarial fluctuation, which staff roughly estimates an additional $2 million of expense appropriation. While the adjustments in Table 1 above outline the immediate balancing framework for Fiscal Year 2027, there are services and programs not integrated into the City’s formal Long-Range Financial Forecast (LRFF) beyond the upcoming fiscal year within Table 2, as the formal LRFF is published annually in December. In the interim, a preliminary LRFF is published and shown as Table 2. However starting in FY 2028, these programs present an ongoing deficit risk to the General Fund that varies based on the status of Palo Alto Unified School District matching funds. With the 50% cost-share maintained, the ongoing deficit exposure to the General Fund increases by approximately $1.41 million annually, which includes $51,250 for crossing guards and current $854,156 share of the full $1.70 million full fiscal year cost for the Track Watch contract, alongside the fully absorbed $384,000 oversized vehicle program and $124,000 non- profit allocation. Without the school district cost-share, the deficit exposure increases by approximately $2.31 million annually. These costs will be considered during the next update of the LRFF and especially FY 2028 budget development. OPERATING BUDGET – Other Funds Actuarial Report of Retiree Healthcare and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) The City of Palo Alto provides a Retiree Healthcare benefit plan administered by CalPERS. Every two years, staff contracts with an independent actuary to evaluate the plan's status. This actuarial report establishes baseline assumptions to calculate the annual Actuarially Determined Contribution (ADC) and guide trust pre-funding in accordance with Council policy. Line Item FY 2027 Forecast FY 2028 Forecast FY 2029* Forecast Revenue $312.0 $318.7 $329.2 Expenses $311.8 $322.7 $331.1 Transfers (Measure K)$0.2 $(2.3)$1.3 Projected Net Surplus / (Deficit)-$(1.7)$(3.2) Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 65 of 1165 On May 19, 2026 the Finance Committee reviewed and accepted the June 30, 2025 actuarial valuation of Palo Alto’s Retiree Healthcare Plan and recommended funding the annual ADC for Fiscal Year 2027 and 2028 (Staff Report #: 2512-5689).9 The FY 2027 Budget includes an ADC of $26.1 million, an increase of $3.5 million from FY 2026 Adopted levels of $22.6 million. These costs were included in the FY 2027 Proposed Budget so this action does not require additional appropriation. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fund Gas Tax Fund – Gas Tax Revenue Adjustment CAPITAL BUDGET Capital Reappropriations 9 Finance Committee, May 19, 2026; Agenda Item #2; 2512-5689, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=88190&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=e07b77d 1-bb65-4a9f-9abc-790ee978c553&cr=1 Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 66 of 1165 Other Capital Project Adjustments In addition to the reappropriations from FY 2026 to FY 2027, several capital projects need to be adjusted based on updated information that became available after the release of the FY 2027 Proposed Capital Budget or as a result of actions recommended in this memorandum. These adjustments are discussed below and summarized in Attachment A, Exhibit 2. -Art in Public Spaces (AC-86017): Ordinance no. 5301 stipulates that one percent (1%) of the CIP budget be set aside for public art, with certain exceptions. Annual adjustments to allocated amounts are made as the CIP budget changes, and the recommended action does so based on the 2027-31 CIP, reducing the previously programmed FY 2027 budget by $5,100. -Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Implementation (PL-04010): Consistent with Finance Committee action on May 5, 2026, the recommended action reallocates $240,000 of previously programmed FY 2027 expenditure and Measure B LSR revenue to the new Chimalus Shared Use Path (TR-28000) project for use in FY 2028. -Embarcadero Road Improvements (TR-26000): Consistent with Report #2604-6269, the recommended action adds $260,000 of expenditure and Measure B LSR revenue as the second year of funding for the project. -Quiet Zone Improvements (TR-27000): Consistent with Finance Committee recommendation on May 5, 2026, the recommended action moves $1.0 million of design costs and Measure K revenue from FY 2028 to FY 2027. -Roth Building Rehabilitation Phase 1 (PF-23001): Consistent with Finance Committee recommendation on May 19, 2026, transfer $250,000 from the Mitchell Park Library (PE- 24006) to Roth Building Rehabilitation (PF-23001) in case needed. -Heritage Parks Site Amenities Replacement (PG-21000): Consistent with Finance Committee recommendation on May 19, 2026, the recommended action prioritizes evaluating and utilizing the remaining funding in the project for Heritage Park drainage improvements related to Roth Building water intrusion. -Foothills Rebuild Fire Mitigation (EL-21001): The recommended action increases the budget by $1.8 million in order to complete the project in December 2026, supporting substructure work, installation of 10,000 feet of underground wire, and removal of 92 wood poles. TABLE OF ORGANIZATION During the budget process, changes to the City Table of Organization were processed through both Finance Committee policy recommendations and staff technical adjustments. The Finance Committee recommended adding a 1.00 FTE Assistant Engineer to the Office of Transportation to support the implementation of street safety and oversized vehicle programs. Separately, a adjustment was processed to reduce the addition of a part-time temporary 0.48 FTE Zoological Assistant in the Community Services Department. These specific actions, detailed in Attachment A, Exhibit 2, modify the baseline to establish a citywide staffing level of 1,089.10 FTE in FY 2027, Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 67 of 1165 which represents a net increase of 1.00 full-time FTE and a reduction of 0.48 part-time FTE from the previously proposed budget numbers. An updated Table of Organization is included in Attachment A, Exhibit 4. MUNICIPAL FEE SCHEDULE 11, included in Attachment A, Exhibit 5. FISCAL YEAR 2027 RATE CHANGES 4.5% rate change for Electric (Finance Committee unanimous vote of 4.5% instead of proposed 6% rate increase change) 3.0% CPI increase for pre-2006 Dark Fiber customers 9.0% rate increase for Gas 3.0% rate change for Refuse 3.0% CPI increase for Stormwater 16.0% rate change for Wastewater 8.0% rate change for Water STAFF REFERRALS 11 Finance Committee, May 6, 2026; Agenda Item #4; SR #2604-6297, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87994&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=9902123 d-9a2a-487e-841e-95ad41048777 Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 68 of 1165 Council consideration. Staff will take into consideration their feedback as a part of FY 2028 budget development and/or work that may already be underway. APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 69 of 1165 TABLE 3: Resource Impact of Amendments to Proposed Budget (Non-General Funds with Fund Balance Change) Fund Type Fund Name Fund Balance Change Capital Capital Improvement Fund ($373.8k) Capital Infrastructure Fund $1.2k Airport Fund $10.6k Electric Funds $9,976.9k Fiber Fund $13.9k Gas Fund $2,413.5k Refuse Fund $12.1k Stormwater Management Fund $13.8k Wastewater Collection Fund ($2,871.7k) Wastewater Treatment Fund $178.3k Enterprise Water Fund $1,009.6k Internal Service General Benefits Fund ($6,183.3k) Liability Insurance Fund $0.7k Printing & Mailing Fund $0.6k Technology Fund $30.0k Vehicle Replacement & Maintenance Fund $235.4k Worker’s Compensation Fund $1.2k Community Development Block Grant Fund ($565.0k) Gas Tax Fund $132.k Public Art Fund $1.0k Housing In-Lieu/Residential Fund $0.1k Housing In-Lieu/Commercial Fund $0.1k Residential Preferential Parking Permits Fund $1.4k University Avenue Parking Permits $12.8k Special Revenue California Avenue Parking Permits $6.5k STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 70 of 1165 The budget process is structured around public hearings conducted before City Council adoption to complete a detailed review of the budget documents and incorporate opportunities for community input in the decision-making process. The community was encouraged to engage with the budget process through scheduled public meetings with the Finance Committee and City Council, a community informational session with City staff, and direct emails to the City Manager and City Council. Additionally, the City maintains a dedicated webpage for meeting materials and other budget information13 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Adoption of the City budget and associated actions is not a project under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines because it is a government fiscal activity which does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4). ATTACHMENTS Attachment A - FY 2027 Budget Adoption Ordinance Attachment A, Exhibit 1 - Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets & Municipal Fee Schedule Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Attachment B - FY 2027 City Appropriations Limit Resolution Attachment B, Exhibit 1 - Appropriations Limit Calculation Attachment C - FY 2027 Summary of Stanford Investments APPROVED BY: Lauren Lai, Administrative Services Director 13 City’s Budget Website: www.cityofpaloalto.org/budget Item 3 Item 3 Staff Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 71 of 1165 1 ATTACHMENT A ORDINANCE NO. XXXX ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALO ALTO ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 SECTION 1. The Council of the City of Palo Alto finds and determines as follows: A. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 6(g) of Article IV of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto and Chapter 2.28 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the City Manager has prepared and submitted to the City Council, by letter of transmittal, a budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2027; and B. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 12 of Article III of the Charter, the Council did, on June 15, 2026, hold public hearings on the budget after publication of notice in accordance with Section 2.28.070 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code; and C.In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 8 of Division 1, of Title 7, commencing with Section 66016 of the Government Code, as applicable, the Council did on June 15, 2026, hold a public hearing on the proposed amendments to the Municipal Fee Schedule, after publication of notice and after availability of the data supporting the amendments was made available to the public at least 10 days prior to the hearing. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Chapter 2.28 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the following documents, collectively referred to as “the budget” are hereby approved and adopted for Fiscal Year 2026: (a) The budget document (Exhibit “1”) containing the proposed operating and capital budgets submitted on May 4, 2026, by the City Manager for Fiscal Year 2027, entitled “City of Palo Alto - City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget” covering General Government Funds, Enterprise Funds, Special Revenue Funds, and Internal Service Funds, a copy of which is on file in the Department of Administrative Services, to which copy reference is hereby made concerning the full particulars thereof, and by such reference is made a part hereof; and (b) The Amendments to the City Manager’s Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budget, attached hereto as Exhibit “2” and Exhibit “3” and made a part hereof; and (c) Changes and revised pages in the Table of Organization, as displayed on pages 515 Item 3 Attachment A - FY 2027 Budget Adoption Ordinance Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 72 of 1165 2 ATTACHMENT A through 536 in “Exhibit 1,” and amended in Exhibit “4” made a part hereof; and (d) Fee changes of the Municipal Fee Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit “5” including changes recommended in the Planning and Municipal Cost of Services Study attached hereto as Exhibit “6” and the Citywide Cost of Services Study attached hereto as Exhibit “7 SECTION 3. The sums set forth in the budget for the various departments of the City, as herein amended, are hereby appropriated to the uses and purposes set forth therein. SECTION 4. All expenditures made on behalf of the City, directly or through any agency, except those required by state law, shall be made in accordance with the authorization contained in this ordinance and the budget as herein amended. SECTION 5. Appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2026 that are encumbered by approved purchase orders and contracts for which goods or services have not been received or contract completed, and/or for which all payments have not been made, by the last day of the Fiscal Year 2026 shall be carried forward and added to the fund or department appropriations for Fiscal Year 2027. SECTION 6. The City Manager is authorized and directed to make changes in the department and fund totals and summary pages of the budget necessary to reflect the amendments enumerated and aggregated in the budget as shown in Exhibit “2” and Exhibit “3” and the Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations carried forward as provided in Section 5. SECTION 7. As specified in Section 2.04.320 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, a majority vote of the City Council is required to adopt this ordinance. SECTION 8. As specified in Section 2.28.140(b) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the Council of the City of Palo Alto hereby delegates the authority to invest the City’s funds to the Director of Administrative Services, as Treasurer, in accordance with the City’s Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2027. SECTION 9. The Council of the City of Palo Alto adopts the changes to the Municipal Fee Schedule as set forth in Exhibit “5” including changes to Impact and In-Lieu Fees in Exhibit “6”.The amount of the new or increased fees and charges is no more than necessary to cover the reasonable costs of the governmental activity, and the manner in which those costs are allocated to a payer bears a fair and reasonable relationship to the payer’s burden on, or benefits received from, the governmental activity. All new and increased fees shall go into effect immediately; provided that pursuant to Government Code Section 66017, all Planning & Community Environment Department fees relating to a “development project” as defined in Government Code Section 66000 shall become effective sixty (60) days from the date of adoption. Item 3 Attachment A - FY 2027 Budget Adoption Ordinance Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 73 of 1165 3 ATTACHMENT A SECTION 10. Fees in the Municipal Fee Schedule are for government services provided directly to the payor that are not provided to those not charged. The amount of this fee does not exceed the reasonable costs to the City of providing the services. Consequently, pursuant to Art. XIII C, Section 1(e)(2), such fees are not a tax. SECTION 11. As provided in Section 2.04.330 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, this ordinance shall become effective upon adoption. SECTION 12. The Council of the City of Palo Alto hereby finds that this is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act and, therefore, no environmental impact assessment is necessary. INTRODUCED AND PASSED:Enter Date Here AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: NOT PARTICIPATING: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: City Attorney City Manager Director of Administrative Services Item 3 Attachment A - FY 2027 Budget Adoption Ordinance Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 74 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 1 Fiscal Year 2027 City Manager’s Proposed Operating & Capital Budgets and Municipal Fees These documents were originally distributed on May 4, 2026. Printed copies of the Proposed Budgets are available upon request for $52 per book (FY 2027 fee). Printed copies of the Municipal Fees are available upon request for $10 per book. These documents may be viewed at any City of Palo Alto Library or the City’s website: www.paloalto.gov/budget Changes to the Municipal Fee Schedule were distributed in the Finance Committee Packet on May 6, 2026. The City Manager’s Staff Report (#2604-6297) can be viewed on the City’s website: CoPA Laserfiche WebLink: Staff Report 2604-6297 In addition, various at places memorandum and presentations were presented throughout the Finance Committee Hearings in May 2026 to provide additional information. These documents can be found on the City’s budget website under “FY 2027 Budget Process”: www.paloalto.gov/budget Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 1 - Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets & Municipal Fee Schedule Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 75 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment GENERAL FUND (102 & 103) Administrative Services Staffing Adjustment This action reclasses the Senior Management Analyst in the Real Estate Division to a Management Analyst to redistribute workload within the department with partial offset capacity for remaining grant-related tasks; on-going savings begin in FY 28. Non-Departmental Oversized Vehicle Initiative (OSV) Consistent with Finance Committee's direction, this action allocates funding to the Oversized Vehicle Initiative. Finance Committee recommends City Council to consider potential alternative funding methods for the Geng Road parking site from September through June ($200k) and additional towing capacity to include ($184K) for enforcement and street sweeping. (One-time cost: $384,000) -$ 384,000$ Non-Departmental Use of Measure K Reserve for Housing Affordability This action utilizes funding from the Reserve for Business Tax Housing Affordability to support additional funding needs for the Oversized Vehicle Program (OSV). -$ (384,000)$ Non-Departmental Use of Measure K Reserve for Transportation This action utilizes funding from the Reserve for Business Tax Transportation to support the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). -$ (1,000,000)$ Non-Departmental Use of Measure K Reserve for Transportation This transfers funds to the Capital Improvement Program to support advancing of the Quiet Zone Improvements (TR-27000) Project. 1,000,000$ Non-Departmental Major Tax Updates Revenue Adjustment (TOT) This action increases Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenue estimates, reflecting a ~2.5% increase on projected receipts, and increases transfers to the Capital Improvement Fund. 542,000$ 542,000$ Non-Departmental Major Tax Updates Revenue Adjustment (UUT) This action adjusts Utility Users Ta x (UUT) revenue estimates based on updated model tracking files. This technical correction decreases the City utility tax baseline by $340,000, partially offset by a $292,000 increase in telephone tax projected receipts. (48,000)$ -$ Non-Departmental Non-Profit Workplan Option C Funding Increase Finance Committee recommended for FY 2027 Adopted to a dd a budget adjustment to approve "Option C" of the N on-Profit Workplan. This a djustment provides a direct a llocation of to t hree specific initiatives: Magical Bridge ($150,000), California Avenue special events ($40,000), and the United Nations Association Film Festival ($45,000). -$ 124,000$ Non-Departmental Reduction in General Fund Base Transfer to CIP Consistent with the direction from the Finance Committee, this action reduced the General Fund base transfer to the Capital Improvement Program in Fiscal Year 2027. -$ (460,059)$ CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 76 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment GENERAL FUND (102 & 103) Non-Departmental Consistent with Finance Committee's direction, this action approves an early reappropriation of unspent prior-year operating balances to support a City Council Executive Assistant position. Non-Departmental Early Reappropriation: Engineering Services for Oversized Vehicle (OSV) Program Consistent with Finance Committee's direction, this action approves an e arly reappropriation of $150,000 in unspent prior- year operating balances to support engineering services for the Oversized Vehicle (OSV) program. -$ 150,000$ Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for General Fund operating lines. (Ongoing savings: $499,658) (499,658)$ Multiple Departments Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing costs: $145,818) -$ 118,891$ Multiple Departments Citywide Allocated Interfund Charges True-Up This technical correction realigns interfund transfers for citywide building facility rentals and municipal utilities. (63)$ Utilities (140,000)$ -$ Multiple Departments -$ 141,379$ Planning and Development Services This technical action updates budgeted transfers to reflect the revised electric utility equity transfer forecast. Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This technical action updates budgeted transfers to reflect the revised electric utility equity transfer forecast (Ongoing costs: $141,379) Solar and Energy Storage Permit Fee Subsidy Program This action recognizes $225,000 in additional General Fund revenue from increasing photovoltaic (solar) and energy storage system permit fees to full cost recovery and $275,000 in Electric Utility Fund expenditures for rebate programs that offset permit costs and support broader electrification goals. Funding will be provided from available non-rate utility resources. 225,000$ -$ Community Services JMZ Conservation Costs and Program Reduction -$ (64,000)$ Public Works Consistent with Finance Committee's direction, this action eliminates proposed part-time staffing and associated contract & supplies and materials funding to explore utilizing existing conservation programs to fulfill the AZA. (On-going savings: $64,000) Canopy Contract Reduction Adjustment As Directed by the Finance Committee, this action adjusts the reduction to the Canopy contract for a total reduction of $15,000 instead of the $43,550 originally proposed. Staff is directed to communicate with Canopy regarding scope reductions. (Ongoing costs: $28,550). -$ 28,550$ Equity Transfer Adjustment Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 77 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment GENERAL FUND (102 & 103) Public Works 0.03 4,077$ Multiple (PDS & OOT) 1.40 -$ 255,701$ Transportation 1.00 38,646$ 38,646$ 29,216$ Police Police 51,250$ 102,500$ Police This action corrects a clerical error ma de during budget development that reduced position #5219 in conflict with a separate action that eliminated that sa me position. Citywide 2.0 FTE Planner Restoration This action restores the operating fund allocations for PCN 790 and 7544 that should not have been e liminated, preserving advanced planning and development safety compliance baselines. (Ongoing costs: $255,701) 1.0 FTE Assistant Engineer Staffing Addition This funds the addition of 1.0 FTE Assistant Engineer to the Office of Transportation to address oversized vehicle (OSV) and recreational vehicle (RV) impacts, and provide essential technical engineering support and field verification to support the design and delivery of bicycle, pedestrian, and street safety projects. Salary and Benefit Technical Adjustment This action corrects a clerical error made during budget development. This technical correction is necessary to cleanly align salary and benefit baseline appropriations within the Fire Department. (Ongoing costs: $29,216) 1.0 FTE Police Sergeant Restoration This action restores 1.0 FTE Police Sergeant. The position is de- funded in FY 2027 but will remain in the Table of Organization. School Crossing Guards Contract Service Restoration Consistent with Finance Committee's direction, this action restores half of the proposed reduction for crossing guard services, provided that the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) matches the contribution. This decision aims to maintain critical intersection coverage while targeting a collaborative funding commitment from PAUSD. (Ongoing costs: $51,250) Track Watch Guard Service Extension Consistent with Finance Committee's direction, this action extends funding for the rail crossing monitor program (March-June 2027), representing the City's 50% share of the projected total cost for the four-month extension, provided that the Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) matches the contribution. Committee members emphasized that maintaining these safety measures is a vital priority. 307,715$ 615,430$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance (Budget Stabilization Reserve) This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ (180,000)$ GENERAL FUND (102 & 103) SUBTOTAL 3.43 976,611$ 976,611$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 78 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND (471) Capital Capital Improvement Project Amendments to Proposed Reappropriations This action reflects the impact from adjustments to capital projects as a result of funds recommended to be reappropriated from FY 2026 to FY 2027, as outlined in Attachment A, Exhibit 3. Projects with other recommended adjustments are detailed below. -$ 130,586$ OOT Citywide 2.0 FTE Planner Restoration This action restores the capital fund allocations for PCN 7544 that should not have been eliminated, preserving advanced planning and development safety compliance baselines. (Ongoing costs: $108,234) 0.60 -$ 108,234$ Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Capital Improvement Fund. (Ongoing savings: $28,003) -$ (28,003)$ Non-Departmental Major Tax Updates Revenue Adjustment (TOT) This action increases Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) revenue estimates, reflecting a ~2.5% increase on projected receipts, and increases transfers to the Capital Improvement Fund. 542,000$ -$ Non-Departmental Transfer to the Capital Improvement Fund Reduction Consistent with Finance Committee direction on May 19, 2026, this action reduces the base transfer from the General Fund to the Capital Improvement Fund in order to accommodate operating adjustments in the General Fund. (460,059)$ -$ Capital Art in Public Spaces (AC-86017) This action reduces the previously programmed FY 2027 budget by $5,100. Ordinance no. 5301 stipulates that one percent (1%) and annual adjustments to allocated amounts are made in accordance with changes to the proposed CIP budget. -$ (5,100)$ Capital Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Implementation (PL- 04010) Consistent with Finance Committee direction on May 5, 2026, t action reallocates $240,000 of previously programmed FY 2027 expenditure and Measure B LSR revenue to the new Chimalus Shared Use Path (TR-28000) project for use in FY 2028. (240,000)$ (240,000)$ Capital Embarcadero Road Improvements (TR-26000) Consistent with Report #2604-6269, this action adds $260,000 of expenditure and Measure B LSR revenue as the second year of 260,000$ 260,000$ CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 79 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS Capital (TR-27000) Consistent with Finance Committee direction on May 5, 2026, this action moves $1.0 million of design costs and Measure K revenue Capital Roth Building Rehabilitation Phase 1 (PF-23001) Consistent with Finance Committee direction on May 19, 2026, this action increases the budget by $250,000 for potential needs in FY 2027 utilizing anticipated FY 2026 savings from the Mitchell Park Library Repair (PE-24006) project. -$ 250,000$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance (Infrastructure Reserve) This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ (373,776)$ CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND (471) SUBTOTAL 0.60 1,101,941$ 1,101,941$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 80 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS CUBBERLEY INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (472) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Cubberley Property Infrastructure Fund. (Ongoing savings: $1,157) (1,157)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 1,157$ CUBBERLEY INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (472) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 81 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment ENTERPRISE FUNDS AIRPORT FUND (530) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Airport Enterprise Fund. (Ongoing savings: $5,138) -$ (5,138)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $7,971) -$ (5,313)$ Capital Capital Improvement Project Amendments to Proposed Reappropriations This action reflects the impact from adjustments to capital projects as a result of funds recommended to be reappropriated from FY 2026 to FY 2027, as outlined in Attachment A, Exhibit 3. Projects with other recommended adjustments are detailed below. -$ -$ Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $12) -$ (198)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments -$ 10,649$ AIRPORT FUND (530) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ UTILITIES ADMINISTRATION FUND (521) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Utilities Administration Fund. (Ongoing savings: $18,950) -$ (18,950)$ Utilities Utilities Administration Cost Allocation This action updates Utilities enterprise fund budgets to reflect the allocation of Utilities Administration Fund costs based on headcount. (Ongoing savings: $184,000) (195,876)$ -$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ (176,926)$ UTILITIES ADMINISTRATION FUND (521) SUBTOTAL 0.00 (195,876)$ (195,876)$ ELECTRIC FUND (513 & 523) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Electric Fund and Electric Supply Fund. (Ongoing savings: $109,167) -$ (109,167)$ CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 82 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment ENTERPRISE FUNDS Planning and Development Services -$ 275,000$ -$ (140,000)$ Utilities (195,584)$ (4,537)$ Utilities -$ (127)$ Utilities -$ 100,000$ Utilities -$ (12,124,009)$ Utilities Solar and Energy Storage Permit Fee Subsidy Program This action recognizes $225,000 in additional General Fund revenue from increasing photovoltaic (solar) and energy storage system permit fees to full cost recovery and $275,000 in Electric Utility Fund expenditures for rebate programs that offset permit costs and support broader electrification goals. Funding will be provided from available non-rate utility resources. (Ongoing costs: $0) Equity Transfer Adjustment This technical action updates budgeted transfers to reflect the revised electric utility equity transfer forecast. (Ongoing savings: $0) Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing costs: $3,469,098) Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing costs: $145,818) Reliability and Resiliency Program Support This one-time action funds hourly staffing support for outreach, education, and program development activit ies that promote distributed energy resources and support implementa tion of the Reliability and Resiliency Strategic Plan. (Ongoing costs: $0) Clerical Error Budget Correction This technical action corrects a duplicate expense entry and does not represent a change in service levels or progra m funding. (Ongoing savings: $0) Tree Contract True Up This action corrects a clerical error made during budget development that reduced position #5219 in conflict with a separate action that eliminated that same position. (0.03)-$ (4,077)$ Multiple Departments Citywide Allocated Interfund Charges True-Up This technical correction realigns interfund transfers for citywide building facility rentals and municipal utilities. (Ongoing savings: $86,880) -$ (92,486)$ Capital Foothills Rebuild Fire Mitigation (EL-21001) -$ 1,750,000$ Fund Balance This action increases the budget by $1.8 million in order to complete the project in December 2026, supporting substructure work, installation of 10,000 feet of underground wire, and removal of 92 wood poles. Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 10,153,820$ ELECTRIC FUND (513 & 523) SUBTOTAL (0.03)(195,584)$ (195,584)$ FIBER FUND (533) Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 83 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment ENTERPRISE FUNDS Human Resources This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Fiber Optics Fund. Utilities Utilities Administration Cost Allocation This action updates Utilities enterprise fund budgets to reflect the allocation of Utilities Administration Fund costs based on headcount. (Ongoing savings: $5,490) -$ (5,844)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 13,859$ FIBER FUND (533) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ GAS FUND (514 & 524) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Gas Fund and Gas Supply Fund. (Ongoing savings: $41,690) -$ (41,690)$ Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $9) -$ (21)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $7,971) -$ (22)$ Utilities Clerical Error Budget Correction This technical action corrects a duplicate expense entry and does not represent a change in service levels or program funding. -$ (2,379,750)$ Public Works Street Cut Fees and Water Treatment Charges This technical action updates charges to reflect the latest forecasted assumptions. -$ 50,000$ Utilities Utilities Administration Cost Allocation This action updates Utilities enterprise fund budgets to reflect the allocation of Utilities Administration Fund costs based on -$ (42,025)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 2,413,508$ GAS FUND (514 & 524) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 84 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment ENTERPRISE FUNDS REFUSE FUND (525) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Refuse Fund. (Ongoing savings: $11,194) -$ (11,194)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $1,252) -$ (840)$ Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $49) -$ (110)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 12,144$ REFUSE FUND (525) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FUND (528) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Stormwater Management Fund. (Ongoing savings: $10,721) -$ (10,721)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $4,483) -$ (2,988)$ Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $12) -$ (104)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 13,813$ STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FUND (528) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ WASTEWATER COLLECTION FUND (527) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Wastewater Collection Fund. (Ongoing savings: $21,261) -$ (21,261)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $71) -$ (41)$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 85 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment ENTERPRISE FUNDS Public Works -$ 2,914,640$ Utilities -$ (21,605)$ Fund Balance Street Cut Fees and Water Treatment Charges This technical action updates charges to reflect the latest forecasted assumptions. (Ongoing costs: $2,914,640) Utilities Administration Cost Allocation This action updates Utilities enterprise fund budgets to reflect the allocation of Utilities Administration Fund costs based on headcount. (Ongoing savings: $20,296) Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ (2,871,733)$ WASTEWATER COLLECTION FUND (527) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ -$ WASTEWATER TREATMENT FUND (526) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Wastewater Treatment Fund. (Ongoing savings: $60,650) -$ (60,650)$ Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $12) -$ (348)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $4,483) -$ (117,332)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments -$ 178,330$ WASTEWATER TREATMENT FUND (526) SUBTOTAL 0.00 -$ 178,330$ -$ 356,661$ WATER FUND (522) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Water Fund. (Ongoing savings: $36,560) -$ (36,560)$ Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing savings: $12) (38,016)$ (231)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing -$ (26,909)$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 86 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 FTE Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment Adjustment ENTERPRISE FUNDS Utilities -$ (1,000,000)$ Public Works -$ 50,000$ Utilities -$ (33,914)$ Fund Balance Water Financial Forecast Update This technical action updates the Water Operating budget to align with the latest Water Financial Forecast. Emergency generator purchases previously budgeted in operations are now being funded through the Water System Improvements capital project WS-11004. (Ongoing savings: $1,000,000) Street Cut Fees and Water Treatment Charges This technical action updates charges to reflect the latest forecasted assumptions. (Ongoing costs: $50,0000) Utilities Administration Cost Allocation This action updates Utilities enterprise fund budgets to reflect the allocation of Utilities Administration Fund costs based on headcount. (Ongoing savings: $31,858) Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 1,009,599$ WATER FUND (522) SUBTOTAL 0.00 (38,016)$ (38,016)$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 87 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUND (232) Planning and Development Services CDBG FY26-27 Allocation This action updates the CDBG budget to reflect finalized funding sources and FY 2026-27 Annual Action Plan expenditures. 47,139$ 612,139$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ (565,000)$ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUND (232) SUBTOTAL 47,139$ 47,139$ GAS TAX FUND (231) Non- Departmental Gas Tax Revenue Increase This action increases Gas Tax revenue estimates based on the California Department of Finance's May 2026 updates for estimated 2025-26 HUTA and RMRA-SB1 taxes. 131,999$ -$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ 131,999$ GAS TAX FUND (231) SUBTOTAL 131,999$ 131,999$ PUBLIC ART FUND (207) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Public Art Fund. -$ (1,026)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ 1,026$ PUBLIC ART FUND (207) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ HOUSING IN-LIEU/RESIDENTIAL FUND (233) Human Resources -$ (140)$ Fund Balance Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Housing In- Lieu Residential Fund. (Ong oing savings: $140) This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ 140$ HOUSING IN-LIEU/RESIDENTIAL FUND (233) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 88 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS HOUSING IN-LIEU/COMMERCIAL FUND (234) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Housing In-Lieu -$ (140)$ Fund Balance j This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ 140$ HOUSING IN-LIEU/COMMERCIAL FUND (234) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ RESIDENTIAL PREFERENTIAL PARKING PERMITS FUND (239) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Residential Parking Permit Programs Fund. (Ongoing savings: $1,411) -$ (1,411)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ 1,411$ RESIDENTIAL PREFERENTIAL PARKING PERMITS FUND (239) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ UNIVERSITY AVENUE PARKING PERMITS FUND (236) -Utilities $ (203)$ Office of Transportation -$ (9,684)$ Human Resources Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the University Avenue Parking Permits Fund. (Ongoing savings: $2,870) -$ (2,870)$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 89 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions UNIVERSITY AVENUE PARKING PERMITS FUND (236) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ CALIFORNIA AVENUE PARKING PERMITS FUND (237) Utilities Water Sales to City True-Up -$ (159)$ Office of Transportation Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing costs: $141,379) -$ (5,562)$ Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the California Avenue Parking Permits Fund. (Ongoing savings: $745) -$ (745)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset the actions -$ 6,466$ CALIFORNIA AVENUE PARKING PERMITS FUND (237) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 90 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS GENERAL BENEFITS FUND (687) Non- Departmental -$ (900,658)$ Non- Departmental (10,932,048)$ (3,848,113)$ Fund Balance Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the General Benefits Fund. This brings the total estimated savings in FY 2027 to $2.2 million. (Ongoing savings: $900,658) General Benefits Fund Alignment This technical action aligns the revenue and expenses within the General Benefits Fund in to budgetary actions for FY 2027. The General Benefits Fund acts as a pass-through for benefit costs like pension and healthcare costs; therefore this action aligns expenditures and anticipated revenues correspondingly. (Ongoing cost: $0) Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ (6,183,277)$ GENERAL BENEFITS FUND (687) SUBTOTAL (10,932,048)$ (10,932,048)$ WORKER'S COMPENSATION FUND (688) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Worker's Compensation Fund. (Ongoing savings: $1,189) -$ (1,189)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments -$ 1,189$ WORKER'S COMPENSATION FUND (688) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ LIABILITY INSURANCE FUND (689) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Fund. (Ongoing savings: $678) -$ (678)$ Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments -$ 678$ LIABILITY INSURANCE FUND (689) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ PRINTING & MAILING FUND (683) CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 91 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS Human Resources This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Services Fund. (Ongoing savings: $642) Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments -$ 642$ PRINTING & MAILING FUND (683) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ TECHNOLOGY FUND (682) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction -$ (29,652)$ Utilities -$ (127)$ Utilities -$ (270)$ Fund Balance This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Technology Fund. (Ongoing savings: $29,652) Water Sales to City True-Up This technical action adjusts City expenditures to reflect the finalized customer cost allocations. (Ongoing costs: $145,818) Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing costs: $141,379) Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 30,050$ TECHNOLOGY FUND (682) SUBTOTAL -$ -$ VEHICLE REPLACEMENT & MAINTENANCE FUND (681) Human Resources Section 115 ADP UAL Savings Correction This technical action recognizes the outstanding Unfunded Actuarial Liability (UAL) savings anticipated from the FY 2027 Additional Discretionary Payment (ADP) for the Vehicle Replacement & Maintenance Fund. (Ongoing savings: $10,004) -$ (10,004)$ Utilities Electric Retail Revenue Alignment This action updates support funding to reflect the finalized 4.5% electric retail rate increase and revised cost allocations. (Ongoing -$ (419)$ Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 92 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 2 Revenues Expenses Department Adjustment Adjustment INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS Public Works This action reflects a technical adjustment associated with lowered allocated vehicle maintenance charges to departments and the corresponding revenue in the Vehicle Replacement and Maintenance Fund. (Ongoing savings: $225,000) Fund Balance Adjustment to Fund Balance This action adjusts the fund balance to offset adjustments recommended in this report. -$ 235,422$ -$ -$ VEHICLE REPLACEMENT & MAINTENANCE FUND (681) SUBTOTAL Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and 3 - Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2027 Proposed Budgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 93 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 3 Capital Improvement Plan FY 2026 Reappropriations to FY 2027 Fund Number and Name Project Title Project Number Expense Reappropriation Adjustment (Proposed) Expense Reappropriation Adjustment (A2P) Expense Reappropriation Adjustment TOTAL Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment (Proposed) Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment (A2P) Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment TOTAL 471 ‐ Capital Improvement Fund Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance PF‐93009 450,000 450,000 Animal Shelter Renovation PE‐19002 2,145,239 2,145,239 Art In Public Spaces AC‐86017 1,745,398 1,745,398 Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan PG‐17000 43,000 43,000 Baylands Levee Repair for Public Safety Access OS‐09002 29,210 29,210 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Implementation PL‐04010 435,000 435,000 86,300 86,300 Building Systems Improvements PF‐01003 246,030 246,030 California Avenue Streetscape Update PL‐23000 241,000 241,000 Churchill Avenue Enhanced Bikeway PL‐14000 256,000 256,000 1,878,328 1,878,328 Civic Center Electrical Upgrade & EV Charger Installation PE‐17010 1,351,085 1,351,085 174,000 174,000 Civic Center Fire Life Safety Upgrades PE‐18016 324,997 324,997 Civic Center Waterproofing Study and Repairs PE‐15020 941,037 941,037 Downtown Automated Parking Guidance Systems, Access Controls & RPL‐15002 32,898 32,898 Electric Charger Infrastructure Installation PF‐23000 436,857 436,857 Electrification of City Facilities PE‐24001 626,179 626,179 Fire Station 4 Replacement PE‐18004 2,349,248 2,349,248 Fire Training Facility Replacement FD‐24000 49,988 49,988 Foothills Nature Preserve Dam Seepage Investigation and Repairs PE‐20000 100,144 100,144 Foothills Nature Preserve Improvements PE‐21000 494,646 494,646 Heritage Park Site Amenities Replacement PG‐21000 77,586 77,586 JMZ Renovation AC‐18001 185,000 185,000 Johnson Park Renovation PE‐21002 25,000 25,000 Library Automated Material Handling LB‐21000 329,248 329,248 Lucie Stern Community Theater Mechanical Equipment Replacement PE‐24002 1,949,713 1,949,713 Lucie Stern Community Theatre Fire Curtain AC‐24001 200,000 200,000 Mitchell Park Community Center Audio Visual Equipment AC‐26000 340,000 340,000 Municipal Service Center Lighting, Mechanical, and Electrical Improve PF‐16006 6,165,504 6,165,504 New California Avenue Area Parking Garage PE‐18000 997,012 997,012 New Downtown Parking Garage PE‐15007 12,896,981 12,896,981 12,896,981 12,896,981 New Public Safety Building PE‐15001 978,087 978,087 Newell Road/San Francisquito Creek Bridge Replacement PE‐12011 976,810 976,810 10,268,732 10,268,732 Off‐Road Pathway Resurfacing And Repair OS‐09001 170,000 (132,000) 38,000 Park and Open Space Emergency Repairs PG‐09002 43,779 43,779 Park Restroom Installation PG‐19000 319,704 319,704 319,704 319,704 Parking District Implementation PL‐15003 193,900 193,900 Performing Arts Venues Seat Replacement AC‐18000 108,023 108,023 Railroad Grade Separation and Safety Improvements PL‐17001 1,999,819 1,999,819 2,093,843 2,093,843 Rinconada Park Improvements PE‐08001 101,150 101,150 Rinconada Pool Family Changing Room PE‐24004 1,158,326 1,158,326 Robles Park Improvements PE‐18015 891,958 891,958 Roofing Replacement PF‐00006 300,000 300,000 San Francisquito Creek Joint Powers Authority Ongoing Creek Projects PE‐22000 54,521 54,521 Traffic Signal and Intelligent Transportation Systems PL‐05030 1,350,000 1,350,000 800,000 800,000 University Avenue Parking Improvements PF‐14003 103,527 103,527 University Avenue Streetscape Update PE‐21004 1,946,000 1,946,000 Mitchell Park Library Repair PE‐24006 50,000 50,000 Palo Alto Art Center Ceramics Equipment AC‐28003 68,527 68,527 Fire Equipment Replacement FD‐25000 279,908 279,908 262,557 262,557 California Avenue Parking District Parking Improvements PF‐25000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET Item 3Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and3 - Amendments to theFiscal Year 2027 ProposedBudgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 94 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 3 Capital Improvement Plan FY 2026 Reappropriations to FY 2027 Fund Number and Name Project Title Project Number Expense Reappropriation Adjustment (Proposed) Expense Reappropriation Adjustment (A2P) Expense Reappropriation Adjustment TOTAL Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment (Proposed) Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment (A2P) Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment TOTAL CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET Baylands Interpretive Signage Program OS‐24001 34,163 34,163 34,163 34,163 Meadow Drive and Charleston Road Rail Grade Separation and Safety PL‐24000 1,593,463 1,593,463 1,197,619 1,197,619 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements PL‐25002 682,400 682,400 713,248 713,248 Churchill Avenue Rail Grade Separation and Safety Improvements PL‐24001 658,835 658,835 2,000,000 2,000,000 Children's Theatre Facility Upgrade/Repair AC‐28002 125,000 125,000 Charging Stations Repair and Maintenance PF‐26001 92,349 92,349 Ramona Street Streetscape Update PE‐26002 139,328 139,328 PAAC Auditorium Audio Visual Equipment and Facility Public Announc AC‐26001 165,506 165,506 Parking Infrastructure Improvements PL‐12000 200,000 200,000 Congestion Relief Projects PL‐25001 400,000 400,000 400,000 400,000 Emergency Gate at Foothill and Miranda PE‐26003 50,000 50,000 471 ‐ Capital Improvement Fund Total 50,486,497 130,586 50,617,083 33,175,475 ‐ 33,175,475 472 ‐ Cubberley Property Infrastructure Fund Cubberley Community Center Redevelopment CB‐26000 305,061 305,061 Cubberley Repairs CB‐17001 100,000 100,000 472 ‐ Cubberley Property Infrastructure Fund Total 405,061 ‐ 405,061 ‐ ‐ ‐ 523 ‐ Electric Fund Inter‐substation Line Protection Relay EL‐17005 645,333 645,333 Smart Grid Technology Installation EL‐11014 268,098 268,098 Substation Facility Improvements EL‐89044 974,866 974,866 Underground System Rebuild EL‐16001 612,910 612,910 Hanover Substation Upgrade Project EL‐24001 2,957,140 2,957,140 Colorado 60kV Bus Rebuild EL‐17002 3,498,849 3,498,849 Colorado Transformer #3 Replacement EL‐19001 3,780,000 3,780,000 Grid Modernization 12kV Distribution Residential Rebuild EL‐24000 12,762,653 12,762,653 39,240,000 39,240,000 523 ‐ Electric Fund Total 25,499,849 ‐ 25,499,849 39,240,000 ‐ 39,240,000 533 ‐ Fiber Optics Fund Fiber Optics Network ‐ System Improvements FO‐10001 43,310 43,310 Fiber Optics Network ‐ System Rebuild FO‐16000 2,948,211 2,948,211 Fiber‐to‐the‐Premises (FTTP)FO‐24000 7,501,748 7,501,748 533 ‐ Fiber Optics Fund Total 10,493,269 ‐ 10,493,269 ‐ ‐ ‐ 524 ‐ Gas Fund Gas Distribution System Improvements GS‐11002 758,910 758,910 Gas Main Replacement ‐ Project 25 GS‐15000 5,138,088 5,138,088 7,500,000 7,500,000 Gas Main Replacement ‐ Project 26 GS‐16000 2,002,190 2,002,190 Gas Meters and Regulators GS‐80019 198,910 198,910 Gas Line Repair at Arastradero Creek GS‐25001 143,916 143,916 524 ‐ Gas Fund Total 8,242,014 ‐ 8,242,014 7,500,000 ‐ 7,500,000 528 ‐ Stormwater Management Fund Corporation Way System Upgrades and Pump Station SD‐21000 201,333 201,333 Green Stormwater Infrastructure SD‐22001 1,030,250 1,030,250 1,030,250 1,030,250 Storm Drainage System Replacement And Rehabilitation SD‐06101 882,265 882,265 West Bayshore Road Trunk Line Improvements SD‐23000 19,236 19,236 Center Drive Capacity Upgrades SD‐26001 65,200 65,200 Hamilton Avenue System Upgrades SD‐25000 98,292 98,292 528 ‐ Stormwater Management Fund Total 2,296,576 ‐ 2,296,576 1,030,250 ‐ 1,030,250 527 ‐ Wastewater Collection Fund Sewer Lateral/Manhole Rehabilitation and Replacement WC‐99013 927,852 927,852 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation/Augmentation Project 3 WC‐20000 334,530 334,530 527 ‐ Wastewater Collection Fund Total 1,262,382 ‐ 1,262,382 ‐ ‐ ‐ 526 ‐ Wastewater Treatment Fund Headworks Facility Replacement WQ‐16002 2,988,974 2,988,974 2,988,974 2,988,974 New Laboratory And Environmental Services Building WQ‐14002 15,166,602 15,166,602 15,166,602 15,166,602 Outfall Line Construction WQ‐19000 10,593,300 10,593,300 10,582,800 10,582,800 Secondary Treatment Upgrades WQ‐19001 1,112,320 1,112,320 1,112,320 1,112,320 Local Advanced Water Purification System WQ‐19003 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Item 3Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and3 - Amendments to theFiscal Year 2027 ProposedBudgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 95 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A, EXHIBIT 3 Capital Improvement Plan FY 2026 Reappropriations to FY 2027 Fund Number and Name Project Title Project Number Expense Reappropriation Adjustment (Proposed) Expense Reappropriation Adjustment (A2P) Expense Reappropriation Adjustment TOTAL Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment (Proposed) Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment (A2P) Revenue Reappropriation Adjustment TOTAL CITY OF PALO ALTO RECOMMENDED AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY MANAGER'S FY 2027 PROPOSED BUDGET 526 ‐ Wastewater Treatment Fund Total 30,861,196 ‐ 30,861,196 30,850,696 ‐ 30,850,696 522 ‐ Water Fund Water Distribution System Improvements WS‐11003 96,300 96,300 Water Main Replacement ‐ Project 30 WS‐16001 4,366,839 4,366,839 Water Meters WS‐80015 154,630 154,630 Water Service and Hydrant Replacement WS‐80014 50,000 50,000 Water System Supply Improvements WS‐11004 1,061,540 1,061,540 Water Tank Seismic Upgrade and Rehabilitation WS‐09000 100,000 100,000 522 ‐ Water Fund Total 5,829,309 ‐ 5,829,309 ‐ ‐ ‐ 682 ‐ Technology Fund City Council Chambers Upgrade TE‐19001 1,641,440 1,641,440 Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) Upgrade TE‐23000 126,841 126,841 Enterprise Resource Planning Upgrade TE‐19000 894,907 894,907 Infrastructure Management System TE‐13004 365,281 365,281 IT Data Center Upgrade TE‐25000 980,000 980,000 682 ‐ Technology Fund Total 4,008,469 ‐ 4,008,469 ‐ ‐ ‐ 681 ‐ Vehicle Replacement & Maintenance Fun Scheduled Vehicle and Equipment Replacement ‐ Fiscal Year 2024 VR‐24000 1,987,783 1,987,783 Scheduled Vehicle and Equipment Replacement ‐ Fiscal Year 2025 VR‐25000 625,812 625,812 681 ‐ Vehicle Replacement & Maintenance Fund Total 2,613,595 ‐ 2,613,595 ‐ ‐ ‐ All Funds Total 141,998,217 130,586 142,128,803 111,796,421 ‐ 111,796,421 Item 3Attachment A, Exhibit 2 and3 - Amendments to theFiscal Year 2027 ProposedBudgets Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 96 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Table of Organization FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % General Fund Administrative Services Account Specialist 4.13 4.13 4.13 4.13 ——% Account Specialist-Lead 3.45 3.45 3.45 3.45 ——% Accountant 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Administrative Associate II 1.00 1.00 1.00 —(1.00)(100.0)% Administrative Associate III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Assistant Director Administrative Services 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 ——% Buyer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Chief Procurement Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Contracts Administrator 3.70 3.70 2.70 2.70 ——% Director Administrative Services/CFO 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Director Office of Management and Budget 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Management Analyst**2.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Manager Budget 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Manager Real Property 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Revenue Collections 0.62 0.62 0.62 —(0.62)(100.0)% Manager Treasury, Debt & Investments 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 ——% Manager, Finance 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Payroll Analyst 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Senior Accountant 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Senior Buyer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst**2.30 2.30 3.40 2.40 (1.00)(29.4)% Storekeeper 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Storekeeper-Lead 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 1 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 97 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Warehouse Supervisor 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Total Administrative Services 40.65 41.65 40.75 38.13 (2.62)(6.4)% City Attorney Assistant City Attorney 4.00 4.00 4.00 3.75 (0.25)(6.3)% Chief Assistant City Attorney 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% City Attorney 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Claims Investigator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Deputy City Attorney 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Legal Fellow 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.75 (0.25)(25.0)% Secretary to City Attorney 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total City Attorney 10.50 10.50 10.50 10.00 (0.50)(4.8)% City Clerk Administrative Associate III 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.75 (0.25)(12.5)% Assistant City Clerk 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% City Clerk 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total City Clerk 5.00 5.00 5.00 4.75 (0.25)(5.0)% City Manager Administrative Assistant 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Assistant City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.80 (0.20)(20.0)% Assistant to the City Manager 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Chief Communications Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Deputy City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Executive Assistant to the City Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Management Fellow ——0.20 0.20 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 2 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 98 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Management Specialist —1.00 ————% Manager Communications 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total City Manager 13.00 14.00 13.20 13.00 (0.20)(1.5)% Community Services Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Animal Caretaker —4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Assistant Director Community Services 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Building Serviceperson 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Building Serviceperson-Lead 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Coordinator Recreation Programs 5.75 5.75 6.00 6.00 ——% Director Community Services 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Division Manager Open Space, Parks & Golf 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Inspector, Field Services 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Junior Museum & Zoo Educator 4.85 4.85 5.85 5.85 ——% Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Management Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Community Services 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Manager Community Services Senior Program 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Manager Human Services 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Park Maintenance Person 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.40 (0.60)(10.0)% Park Maintenance-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 —(1.00)(100.0)% Park Ranger 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 ——% Parks/Golf Crew-Lead 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Producer Arts/Science Program 9.50 9.50 9.50 7.50 (2.00)(21.1)% Program Assistant I 3.75 4.75 5.75 6.75 1.00 17.4% Program Assistant II 4.00 4.00 4.00 3.00 (1.00)(25.0)% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 3 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 99 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Project Manager 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Sprinkler System Representative 4.00 4.00 4.00 3.60 (0.40)(10.0)% Superintendent Community Services 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Theater Specialist 5.00 5.00 5.00 7.00 2.00 40.0% WGW Heavy Equipment Operator 0.07 0.07 0.07 0.07 ——% Total Community Services 78.02 83.02 85.27 83.27 (2.00)(2.3)% Fire 40-Hour Captain 0.20 —————% 40-Hour Training Battalion Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% 40-Hour Training Captain 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Administrative Associate II 2.20 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Administrative Associate III 0.20 1.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Assistant Fire Marshal —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Battalion Chief 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Business Analyst 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Deputy Director Technical Services Division 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Deputy Fire Chief 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Emergency Medical Service Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Emergency Medical Services Data Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Fire Apparatus Operator 26.00 26.00 26.00 26.00 ——% Fire Captain 20.00 20.00 23.00 23.00 ——% Fire Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Fire Fighter 34.00 37.00 37.00 37.00 ——% Fire Fighter Trainee*3.00 3.00 3.00 1.00 (2.00)(66.7)% Fire Inspector 2.40 3.20 3.20 3.20 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 4 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 100 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Fire Marshal 0.05 0.75 0.75 0.75 ——% Geographic Information System Specialist 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Hazardous Materials Inspector 0.70 3.93 3.93 3.93 ——% Manager, EMS*——1.00 1.00 ——% Plans Check Engineer —0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Single Role EMT ——2.00 2.00 ——% Single Role Paramedic ——2.00 2.00 ——% Total Fire 102.25 112.88 121.88 119.88 (2.00)(1.6)% Human Resources Administrative Assistant 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.50 (0.25)(33.3)% Assistant Director Human Resources 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Director Human Resources/CPO 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Human Resources Representative 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Human Resources Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 (1.00)(50.0)% Management Fellow ——0.30 0.30 ——% Manager Employee Benefits 1.00 1.00 ————% Manager Employee Relations 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Recruitment Division Manager —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Human Resources Administrator 4.00 4.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Total Human Resources 16.75 17.75 16.05 14.80 (1.25)(7.8)% Library Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.50 (0.50)(50.0)% Coordinator Library Programs 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Director Libraries 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Division Head Library Services 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 5 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 101 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Librarian 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Library Associate 10.00 10.00 10.00 8.00 (2.00)(20.0)% Library Specialist 8.00 8.00 8.00 7.50 (0.50)(6.3)% Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Library Services 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Senior Business Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Librarian 8.00 8.00 8.00 7.00 (1.00)(12.5)% Supervising Librarian 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Total Library 49.00 49.00 49.00 45.00 (4.00)(8.2)% Office of Emergency Services Director Office of Emergency Services 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Office of Emergency Services Coordinator 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Total Office of Emergency Services 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Office of Transportation Administrative Assistant 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.50 (0.10)(16.7)% Assistant Engineer**———1.00 1.00 —% Associate Engineer 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 ——% Associate Planner 0.40 1.40 1.40 1.40 ——% Chief Transportation Official 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.50 (0.20)(28.6)% Coordinator Transportation Systems Management 0.65 —————% Parking Operations-Lead 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 ——% Planner**—0.40 0.40 0.40 ——% Principal Transportation Engineer ——0.20 0.20 ——% Project Engineer 0.25 0.25 0.35 0.35 ——% Senior Engineer 0.55 0.55 0.35 0.35 ——% Senior Management Analyst 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.40 (0.10)(20.0)% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 6 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 102 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Senior Planner 1.40 1.65 1.65 1.65 ——% Transportation Planning Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total Office of Transportation 6.45 7.45 7.55 8.15 0.60 7.9% Planning and Development Services 40-Hour Captain 0.80 —————% Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Administrative Associate II 0.80 —————% Administrative Associate III 7.80 6.00 6.00 4.00 (2.00)(33.3)% Assistant Chief Building Official 2.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Assistant Director PCE 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Associate Engineer 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Associate Planner 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25 ——% Building/Planning Technician 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 ——% Chief Building Official 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Chief Planning Official 1.00 —————% Code Enforcement Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Code Enforcement-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Development Project Coordinator I ———2.00 2.00 —% Development Project Coordinator II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Development Project Coordinator III 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Director Planning/Community Environment 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Division Manager Planning —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Engineer 0.52 0.52 0.52 0.52 ——% Engineering Technician III 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Fire Inspector 1.60 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Fire Marshal 0.80 0.25 0.25 0.25 ——% Hazardous Materials Inspector 3.20 0.07 0.07 0.07 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 7 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 103 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Industrial Waste Investigator 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 ——% Inspector, Field Services 0.68 0.68 0.68 0.68 ——% Landscape Architect Park Planner 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Manager Planning 4.00 4.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Plan Review Manager —1.00 ————% Planner**5.00 5.00 5.00 3.00 (2.00)(40.0)% Plans Check Engineer 1.00 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Principal Planner 2.00 3.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Project Manager 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Senior Building Inspector 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 ——% Senior Business Analyst 1.00 —————% Senior Engineer 0.45 0.45 0.45 0.45 ——% Senior Management Analyst 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Senior Plan Check Engineer 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Senior Planner 7.65 8.75 8.75 7.75 (1.00)(11.4)% Senior Program Manager —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Technologist —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Supervisor Inspection and Surveying 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 ——% Supervisor of Code Enforcement 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Technologist —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Transportation Planning Manager 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 ——% Total Planning and Development Services 71.20 67.92 68.92 65.92 (3.00)(4.4)% Police Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Administrative Associate II 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Animal Control Officer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Animal Control Officer-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 8 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 104 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Assistant Police Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Business Analyst 2.20 2.20 2.20 2.20 ——% Code Enforcement Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Community Service Officer 5.63 4.69 4.69 3.69 (1.00)(21.3)% Court Liaison Officer 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Crime Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Deputy Director Technical Services Division 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Forensic Coordinator —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Forensic Specialist —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Geographic Information System Specialist 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Police Agent 19.00 19.00 19.00 19.00 ——% Police Captain 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Police Chief 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Police Lieutenant 4.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Police Officer 45.00 45.00 45.00 45.00 ——% Police Records Specialist II 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 ——% Police Records Specialist-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Police Sergeant*,**14.00 14.00 14.00 14.00 ——% Program Assistant II 1.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 1.00 100.0% Property Evidence Technician 2.00 —————% Public Safety Communications Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Public Safety Dispatcher 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 ——% Public Safety Dispatcher-Lead 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Public Safety Program Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total Police 139.13 139.19 139.19 139.19 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 9 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 105 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Public Works Administrative Assistant 0.50 0.50 0.75 0.55 (0.20)(26.7)% Administrative Associate II 2.65 2.65 2.65 1.62 (1.03)(38.9)% Assistant Director Public Works 0.73 0.73 0.73 0.73 ——% Associate Engineer 0.45 0.45 0.45 0.45 ——% Building Serviceperson-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Building/Planning Technician 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Cement Finisher 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Cement Finisher-Lead 0.26 0.26 0.26 0.26 ——% Coordinator Public Works Projects 1.50 1.50 0.70 0.70 ——% Director Public Works/City Engineer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Electrician 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Engineer 0.48 0.48 0.48 0.48 ——% Engineering Technician III 1.80 1.80 1.80 1.80 ——% Environmental Specialist 0.33 0.33 0.33 0.33 ——% Equipment Operator 2.46 2.46 2.46 2.46 ——% Facilities Carpenter 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Facilities Maintenance-Lead 1.85 1.85 1.85 1.85 ——% Facilities Painter 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 ——% Facilities Technician 5.05 5.05 5.05 5.05 ——% Heavy Equipment Operator 2.10 2.10 2.10 2.10 ——% Heavy Equipment Operator-Lead 0.85 0.85 0.85 0.85 ——% Inspector, Field Services 0.11 0.11 0.11 0.11 ——% Landscape Architect Park Planner 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 ——% Management Analyst 0.70 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Manager Environmental Control Program 0.33 0.33 0.33 0.33 ——% Manager Facilities 0.90 0.90 0.90 0.50 (0.40)(44.4)% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 10 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 106 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Manager Maintenance Operations 1.20 1.20 1.20 0.50 (0.70)(58.3)% Manager Urban Forestry 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.96 (0.04)(4.0)% Manager Watershed Protection 0.05 0.05 0.05 0.05 ——% Project Manager 2.85 2.85 2.85 2.78 (0.07)(2.5)% Senior Engineer 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.11 1.11 1.11 1.11 ——% Supervisor Inspection and Surveying 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10 ——% Surveyor, Public Works 0.33 0.33 0.33 —(0.33)(100.0)% Traffic Controller Maintainer I 1.94 1.94 1.94 1.94 ——% Traffic Controller Maintainer II 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Tree Maintenance Person 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.02 0.02 2.0% Tree Trim/Line Clear 7.00 7.00 7.00 5.88 (1.12)(16.0)% Tree Trim/Line Clear-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.98 (0.02)(2.0)% WGW Heavy Equipment Operator 0.23 0.23 0.23 0.23 ——% Total Public Works 51.11 51.21 51.66 47.77 (3.89)(7.5)% Total General Fund 586.06 602.57 611.97 592.86 (19.11)(3.1)% Enterprise Fund Public Works Accountant 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 ——% Administrative Assistant ———0.30 0.30 —% Administrative Associate I 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Administrative Associate II 2.15 2.15 2.15 2.15 ——% Administrative Associate III 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Airport Specialist II 2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 ——% Assistant Director Public Works 1.30 1.30 1.30 1.30 ——% Assistant Manager WQCP 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Associate Engineer 3.05 3.05 3.05 3.05 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 11 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 107 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Chemist 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Electrician 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Electrician-Lead 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Engineer 1.90 1.90 1.90 1.90 ——% Engineering Technician III 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Environmental Specialist 2.33 2.33 3.33 3.33 ——% Equipment Operator 0.54 0.54 0.54 0.54 ——% Facilities Maintenance Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Fire Marshal 0.07 —————% Hazardous Materials Inspector 0.04 —————% Heavy Equipment Operator 0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90 ——% Heavy Equipment Operator-Lead 1.15 1.15 1.15 1.15 ——% Industrial Waste Inspector 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Industrial Waste Investigator 1.15 1.15 1.15 1.15 ——% Instrumentation Electrician ——1.00 1.00 ——% Laboratory Technician WQC 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Landfill Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Management Analyst 2.30 2.90 2.90 2.90 ——% Manager Airport 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Environmental Control Program 5.33 5.33 5.33 5.33 ——% Manager Information Technology ———1.00 1.00 —% Manager Laboratory Services 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Maintenance Operations 1.96 1.96 1.96 2.96 1.00 51.0% Manager Solid Waste 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Water Quality Control Plant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Watershed Protection 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95 ——% Plant Mechanic 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 12 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 108 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Program Assistant I 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Program Assistant II 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Project Engineer 2.83 2.83 2.83 2.83 ——% Project Manager 1.35 1.35 1.35 1.35 ——% Senior Accountant 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 ——% Senior Buyer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Chemist 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Senior Engineer 3.76 3.76 3.76 3.76 ——% Senior Industrial Waste Investigator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 0.21 0.21 0.61 0.61 ——% Senior Mechanic 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Operator WQC 6.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 1.00 14.3% Senior Technologist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Storekeeper 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Street Sweeper Operator 1.63 1.63 1.63 1.63 ——% Supervisor WQCP Operations 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Surveyor, Public Works 0.12 0.12 0.12 —(0.12)(100.0)% Technologist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Traffic Controller Maintainer I 0.06 0.06 0.06 0.06 ——% WQC Plant Operator II 16.00 16.00 16.00 16.00 ——% Zero Waste Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total Public Works 106.98 107.47 110.87 114.05 3.18 2.9% Utilities Account Specialist 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Accountant 1.30 1.30 1.30 1.30 ——% Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.75 1.75 ——% Administrative Associate II 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.03 0.03 0.5% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 13 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 52 Packet Pg. 109 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Administrative Associate III ———0.25 0.25 —% Assistant City Attorney 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.25 0.25 12.5% Assistant City Manager ———0.20 0.20 —% Assistant Director Administrative Services 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 ——% Assistant Director Sustainability and Climate Action 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Assistant Director Utilities Customer Support Services* 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Assistant Director Utilities Engineering 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Assistant Director Utilities Operations 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Assistant Director Utilities/Resource Management 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Associate Sustainability Program Administrator 1.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Business Analyst 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 ——% Cathodic Protection Technician Assistant 1.00 1.00 ————% Cathodic Technician 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Cement Finisher 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Contracts Administrator 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 ——% Coordinator Utilities Projects 8.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 ——% Customer Service Representative 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 ——% Customer Service Specialist 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Customer Service Specialist-Lead 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Deputy City Attorney 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Director Administrative Services/CFO 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Electric Heavy Equipment Operator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Electric Project Engineer 8.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 ——% Electric Underground Inspector 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Electric Underground Inspector-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Electrical Equipment Technician 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 14 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 53 Packet Pg. 110 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Electrician Assistant I 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Electrician-Lead —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Engineer 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Engineering Manager - Electric 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Engineering Manager - WGW 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Engineering Technician III 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Environmental Specialist 0.34 0.34 0.34 0.34 ——% Equipment Operator 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Fire Marshal 0.08 —————% Gas and Water Meter Measurement and Control Technician 4.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Gas and Water Meter Measurement and Control Technician - Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Hazardous Materials Inspector 0.06 —————% Heavy Equipment Operator - Install/Repair 4.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Human Resources Representative 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Industrial Waste Investigator 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Inspector, WGW Utilities Field Svc 5.00 5.00 6.00 6.00 ——% Legal Fellow ———0.25 0.25 —% Lineperson/Cable Specialist 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 ——% Lineperson/Cable Specialist-Lead 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Maintenance Mechanic-Welding 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Management Fellow ——0.50 0.50 ——% Manager Communications 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Customer Service 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Electric Operations 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Environmental Control Program 0.34 0.34 0.34 0.34 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 15 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 54 Packet Pg. 111 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Manager Information Technology*1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Treasury, Debt & Investments 0.40 0.40 0.40 0.40 ——% Manager Urban Forestry ———0.04 0.04 —% Manager Utilities Compliance 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Utilities Credit & Collection 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Utilities Operations WGW 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Utilities Program Services 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Manager Utilities Strategic Business 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Utilities Telecommunications*3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Meter Reader 5.00 5.00 5.00 1.00 (4.00)(80.0)% Meter Reader-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 —(1.00)(100.0)% Metering Technician 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Metering Technician-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Offset Equipment Operator 0.48 0.98 0.48 0.48 ——% Overhead Underground Troubleman 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Principal Business Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Program Assistant I 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Project Engineer 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Project Manager 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.82 0.07 9.3% Resource Planner 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Restoration Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Accountant 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 ——% Senior Business Analyst 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Senior Buyer ——1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Electrical Engineer 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Senior Engineer 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 0.70 0.70 1.00 1.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 16 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 55 Packet Pg. 112 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Senior Marketing Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Mechanic 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Resource Planner 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 ——% Senior Utilities Field Service Representative 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Utilities System Operator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Water Systems Operator 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Storekeeper 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Storekeeper-Lead 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Street Light, Traffic Signal & Fiber Technician 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Street Light, Traffic Signal & Fiber-Lead 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Substation Electrician 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 ——% Substation Electrician-Lead 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Sustainability Programs Administrator 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Tree Maintenance Person 1.00 1.00 1.00 0.98 (0.02)(2.0)% Tree Trim/Line Clear ———0.12 0.12 —% Tree Trim/Line Clear-Lead ———0.02 0.02 —% Utilities Chief Operating Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Utilities Compliance Technician 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Utilities Compliance Technician-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Utilities Credit/Collection Specialist 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Utilities Director 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Utilities Engineer Estimator 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Utilities Field Services Representative 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Utilities Install Repair-Lead-Welding Certified 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Utilities Install Repair-Welding Certified 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Utilities Install/Repair 10.00 11.00 11.00 11.00 ——% Utilities Install/Repair Assistant 1.00 1.00 ————% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 17 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 56 Packet Pg. 113 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Utilities Install/Repair-Lead 4.00 4.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Utilities Key Account Representative 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Utilities Locator 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 ——% Utilities Safety Officer 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Utilities Supervisor 12.00 12.00 12.00 12.00 ——% Utilities System Analyst 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Utilities System Operator 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Utility Engineering Estimator - Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Warehouse Supervisor 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Water System Operator II 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% WGW Heavy Equipment Operator 4.70 4.70 4.70 4.70 ——% Total Utilities 273.60 283.96 286.01 282.22 (3.79)(1.3)% Total Enterprise Fund 380.58 391.43 396.88 396.27 (0.61)(0.2)% Other Funds Capital Project Fund Administrative Assistant 0.65 0.65 0.65 0.55 (0.10)(15.4)% Administrative Associate III 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80 ——% Assistant Director Public Works 0.72 0.72 0.72 0.72 ——% Associate Engineer 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65 ——% Associate Planner 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 ——% Cement Finisher-Lead 0.74 0.74 0.74 0.74 ——% Chief Transportation Official 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.50 0.20 66.7% Contracts Administrator 0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 ——% Coordinator Public Works Projects 1.30 1.30 1.30 1.30 ——% Coordinator Transportation Systems Management 1.35 —————% Engineer 3.10 3.10 3.10 2.10 (1.00)(32.3)% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 18 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 57 Packet Pg. 114 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Engineering Technician III 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Facilities Technician 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 ——% Inspector, Field Services 1.21 1.21 1.21 1.21 ——% Landscape Architect Park Planner 0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90 ——% Management Analyst 0.80 0.90 0.90 0.90 ——% Manager Facilities 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.50 0.40 400.0% Manager Maintenance Operations 0.65 0.65 0.65 0.50 (0.15)(23.1)% Park Maintenance Person ———0.60 0.60 —% Parking Operations-Lead 0.30 0.30 0.30 0.30 ——% Planner**—0.60 0.60 0.60 0.60 —% Principal Transportation Engineer ——0.80 0.80 ——% Project Engineer 7.92 7.92 8.82 8.82 ——% Project Manager 1.45 1.45 1.45 1.45 ——% Senior Engineer 4.64 4.64 3.84 3.84 ——% Senior Management Analyst 0.75 0.75 0.75 0.85 0.10 13.3% Senior Planner 1.55 2.30 2.30 2.30 ——% Sprinkler System Representative ———0.40 0.40 —% Supervisor Inspection and Surveying 0.65 0.65 0.65 0.65 ——% Surveyor, Public Works 0.55 0.55 0.55 —(0.55)(100.0)% Transportation Planning Manager 0.45 0.45 0.45 0.45 ——% Total Capital Project Fund 35.48 35.58 36.48 36.38 (0.10)(0.3)% General Benefits Fund Human Resources Technician ——0.50 0.50 ——% Manager Employee Benefits ——0.75 0.75 ——% Senior Human Resources Administrator ——0.75 0.75 ——% Total General Benefits Fund ——2.00 2.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 19 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 58 Packet Pg. 115 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION General Liabilities Insurance Program Fund Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Total General Liabilities Insurance Program Fund 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Printing and Mailing Services Manager Revenue Collections 0.10 0.10 0.10 —(0.10)(100.0)% Offset Equipment Operator 1.52 2.02 1.52 1.52 ——% Total Printing and Mailing Services 1.62 2.12 1.62 1.52 (0.10)(6.2)% Special Revenue Funds Account Specialist 1.37 1.37 1.37 1.37 ——% Account Specialist-Lead 0.55 0.55 0.55 0.55 ——% Administrative Assistant 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 ——% Administrative Associate II 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Community Service Officer 0.37 0.31 0.31 0.31 ——% Coordinator Public Works Projects 0.20 0.20 ————% Electrician 0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20 ——% Facilities Maintenance-Lead 0.15 0.15 0.15 0.15 ——% Facilities Painter 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 ——% Facilities Technician 0.45 0.45 0.45 0.45 ——% Manager Community Services Senior Program 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Maintenance Operations 0.19 0.19 0.19 0.04 (0.15)(78.9)% Manager Revenue Collections 0.28 0.28 0.28 —(0.28)(100.0)% Parking Operations-Lead 0.65 0.65 0.65 0.65 ——% Senior Management Analyst 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 ——% Senior Planner 0.40 0.30 0.30 0.30 ——% Street Maintenance Assistant 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Street Sweeper Operator 0.37 0.37 0.37 0.37 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 20 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 59 Packet Pg. 116 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION Transportation Planning Manager 0.50 0.50 0.50 0.50 ——% Total Special Revenue Funds 9.73 9.57 9.37 8.94 (0.43)(4.6)% Technology Fund Administrative Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Assistant Director Administrative Services 0.10 0.10 0.10 0.10 ——% Assistant Director Information Technology —1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Business Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Desktop Technician 6.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 ——% Director Information Technology/CIO 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Information Technology 3.00 3.00 4.00 3.00 (1.00)(25.0)% Senior Business Analyst 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Technologist 17.00 17.00 16.00 16.00 ——% Technologist —2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Total Technology Fund 33.10 34.10 34.10 33.10 (1.00)(2.9)% Vehicle Replacement and Maintenance Fund Administrative Assistant ———0.10 0.10 —% Assistant Director Public Works 0.25 0.25 0.25 0.25 ——% Assistant Fleet Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Equipment Maintenance Service Person 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Fleet Services Coordinator 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Management Analyst 0.20 0.40 0.40 0.40 ——% Management Assistant 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Manager Fleet 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Motor Equipment Mechanic II 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 ——% Motor Equipment Mechanic-Lead 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 21 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 60 Packet Pg. 117 of 1165 TABLE OF ORGANIZATION *The Table of Organization includes positions that have been frozen. These positions have been defunded. The affected classifications are denoted by a single asterisk (*) following the job classification title. **Position adjustments recommended by Finance Committee and technical corrections made subsequent to the presentation of the FY 2027 Proposed Budget. The technical corrections include: •1.00 Planner, OOT •1.00 Planner, PDS •1.00 Police Sergeant, POL The Finance Committee recommended adjustment is to add 1.00 Assistant Engineer, OOT. ***The prior year adopted budget does not include City Council actions to amend staffing levels approved subsequent to the adoption of the budget. If applicable, these positions appear as a base adjustment in the current year budget. Project Manager 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 ——% Senior Management Analyst 0.08 0.08 0.28 0.28 ——% Total Vehicle Replacement and Maintenance Fund 14.53 14.73 14.93 15.03 0.10 0.7% Workers' Compensation Program Fund Human Resources Technician ——0.50 0.50 ——% Manager Employee Benefits ——0.25 0.25 ——% Senior Human Resources Administrator 1.00 1.00 1.25 1.25 ——% Total Workers' Compensation Program Fund 1.00 1.00 2.00 2.00 ——% Total Other Funds 96.46 98.10 101.50 99.97 (1.53)(1.5)% Total Citywide Positions**1,063.10 1,092.10 1,110.35 1,089.10 (21.25)(1.9)% FY 2024 Actuals FY 2025 Actuals FY 2026 Adopted Budget FY 2027 Proposed Budget FY 2027 Change FTE FY 2027 Change % Attachment A, Exhibit 4 Page 22 of 22Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 4 - Table of Organization Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 61 Packet Pg. 118 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 1 of 7 Finance Committee Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Administrative Services Meeting Date: May 6, 2026 Report #:2604-6297 TITLE FY 2027 Proposed Municipal Fee Schedule RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the Finance Committee review amendments to the Municipal Free schedule for FY 2027 and make recommendations to Council for incorporation into the FY 2027 budget. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report presents the annual update to over 950 fees as part of the budget process and highlights proposed changes to the FY 2027 Municipal Fee Schedule. The proposed changes include 13 new fees, the deletion of 62 fees, and adjustments to existing fees. Most fees are adjusted annually by the General Rate Increase (GRI) of 4.59% or applicable cost indices to reflect changes in the cost of service. This year’s adjustments also include the implementation of a credit card processing fee to recover merchant service costs and the incorporation of select Utility fees1 and all Airport fees into the Citywide Municipal Fee Schedule. Upon Council approval, the recommended Municipal Fees included here will be incorporated into the FY 2027 Adopted Budget and take effect July 1, 2026. BACKGROUND The City charges fees for a variety of services, including parking permits, building inspection services, and facility rentals, to ensure that the cost of service is borne by the users receiving the benefit. As part of the annual budget process, departments review and propose updates to 1 Council previously approved these connection and capacity fees on October 20, 2025, and the accompanying staff report explained how these fees would be incorporated into the Municipal Fe Schedule starting in FY 2027; Agenda Item #1, #2505-4736: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/viewer/preview?id=0&type=8&uid=f6825375- 8aac-44fd-bc66-1fde8593eeb3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 1 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 62 Packet Pg. 119 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 2 of 7 the Municipal Fee Schedule, which are presented for Finance Committee review and subsequently adopted by the City Council. To ensure fees reflect the cost of service, the City periodically conducts cost of services studies in addition to making annual adjustments. Last year, the City completed a citywide Cost of Services Study and a focused Planning and Development Services fee study. Since their adoption, departments have continued to evaluate fees and, where appropriate, adjust them to better align with the full cost of providing services or move closer to established cost recovery targets, including through efforts such as the Palo Alto Airport Rates and Charges Study.3 In addition, the City is implementing a credit card processing fee to align transaction costs with users who elect to pay by credit card, applied where costs are not otherwise recovered. At the same time, the City recognizes that not all fees are intended to achieve full cost recovery. Recent discussions related to Planning and Development Services fees4 highlighted that, while fees can be established at full cost recovery based on cost of service analysis, the City Council retains discretion to subsidize certain fees based on policy objectives. In such cases, fees may be set below full cost to support policy objectives, improve accessibility, or incentivize desired outcomes. These policy-driven decisions are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and are reflected in the proposed fee adjustments. Utilities Department connection and capacity rate schedules (Utility Rate Schedule E-15 (Electric Service Connection Charges), G-5 (Gas Service Connection Charges), S-5 (Wastewater Service Connection Charges), W-5 (Water Service Connection Charges), and portions of C-1 (Miscellaneous Charges) will be incorporated into the Municipal Fee Schedule as part of this update, with no changes in the fee amounts. The connection and capacity fee rate schedules will be repealed as part of Council’s adoption of the Municipal Fee Schedule. Approved by Council on October 20, 2025, beginning in FY 2027, utility connection and service-related fee adjustments will follow the California Construction Cost Index (CCCI) as published by the California Department of General Services (DGS). Two new service call fees for unscheduled disconnection of gas services and removal of the meters have also been added. These fees reflect the Utility’s cost to disconnect gas service prior to construction to discourage unsafe or hazardous construction activities within 10 feet of a live gas service or meter. The responsible party will be responsible for the disconnection and/or removal fees and penalties. 3 Finance Committee recommended that Council approve the FY 2027 Airport Rates and Charges Schedule, accept the Palo Alto Airport Rates and Charges Study, and authorize annual fee adjustments based on the Airport Benchmark Index (ABI) on April 21, 2026; Agenda Item #3, #2602-5923 4 Finance Committee discussed Planning and Development Services fee structures and cost recovery considerations on April 7, 2026; Agenda Item #2, #2511-5562: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87767&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 2 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 63 Packet Pg. 120 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 3 of 7 Additionally, the Staff recommended Airport Fees updates that were reviewed and recommended by Finance Committee on April 21, 2026 will be incorporated into the Municipal Fee Schedule as a part of this update, repealing previously separate rate schedules. These updates are guided by the City’s User Fee Cost Recovery Level Policy, which was last updated by Council in FY 2019 and establishes the framework for aligning fees with the cost of service. Table 1: Summary of Municipal Fee Cost Recovery Policy This annual report brings forward amendments to the Municipal Fee Schedule organized into three categories (1) New fees, (2) Deletion of existing fees, and (3) Changed fees to attain a cost recovery level consistent with other fees or based on a market study for similar services. Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 3 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 64 Packet Pg. 121 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 4 of 7 ANALYSIS The development of the Municipal Fee Schedule for FY 2027 reflects some department service realignments as most fees across the City have been updated to maintain cost recovery levels. The General Rate Increase (GRI) for FY 2027 is 4.59% and reflects a combination of increases in salaries and benefits as well as inflationary factors. This rate is applied to most fees to maintain current cost recovery levels, consistent with City policy. Fees that were updated by a factor greater or less than 4.59% to achieve a different cost recovery level or based on staff recommendation are further detailed in Attachment A. New Fees As identified in Table 2 below, thirteen (13) new fees are recommended to be added to the FY 2027 Municipal Fee Schedule. For Airport and Utilities, this table includes only newly established fees; other fees are incorporated into the Municipal Fee Schedule as part of this update. Table 2. New Fees for FY 2027 Department Fee Title FY 2027 Proposed Fee Cost Recovery Level Administrative Services Credit Card Service Fee 2-3% of transaction; actual amount will be based on percentage charged to City High Community Services Leptospirosis Vaccine $45.00 per pet High Community Services FeLV Vaccine $45.00 per pet High Community Services Fluid Therapy - SQ $50.00 - 75.00 each High Community Services Medication $15.00 - $250.00 each High Community Services Sedation/Anesthesia $150.00 - $350.00 High Community Services Surgery, Preparation and Recovery $550.00 - $1,650.00 per hour High Utilities Unscheduled Gas Disconnection Service Call - After Hours $9,798 per mobilization High Utilities Unscheduled Gas Disconnection Service Call - Weekend $13,065 per mobilization High Airport Transient Aircraft Landing Fee $3/1000lbs MTOW per landing High Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 4 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 65 Packet Pg. 122 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 5 of 7 Department Fee Title FY 2027 Proposed Fee Cost Recovery Level Airport Automobile Parking Citation Fee $57 per occurance High Airport Hangar Ground Lease Origination / Transfer Fee 2% of sale of assessed value per agreement High Airport Expired Certification of Insurance Fee $50 per month High Deleted Fees A total of 62 fees are proposed for deletion as part of this update. These fees are no longer applicable, have been consolidated, or are administered by external entities. Examples include the veterinary and massage establishment fees. A complete list of deleted fees and associated justifications is provided at the end of Attachment A. Changed Fees 241 fees are recommended to be adjusted by a factors other than the General Rate of Increase or applicable cost indices, including, but not limited to: (1)Attain a cost recovery level consistent with other fees; (2)Align with a market study; (3)Modify the fee structure to align with current service delivery; or (4)Hold the fee flat to avoid discouraging use of the service of activity Consistent with ongoing cost-of-service efforts, departments have continued to evaluate service costs and revenues and, where appropriate, adjust fees to better align with cost recovery targets; as a result, some fees in this section reflect increases. Each fee is listed by name along with the Adopted FY 2026 rate, the Proposed FY 2027 rate, and the fee change justification in Attachment A. Parking In-Lieu fees Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.57.030 requires that the Parking In-Lieu Fee be recalculated in the event the City Council approved the construction of a public parking structure. Per the Municipal Code, the fee shall be adjusted at the time the construction contract is awarded to include actual costs to date, plus the projected construction cost, and authorized contingency. A second recalculation must occur after the project is completed, based on actual design and construction costs incurred. The recalculated fee may be higher or lower than the initial fee. In December 2018, Council awarded a construction contract to Swinerton Builders (CMR 9688) for the California Avenue Area Parking Garage. The total project cost was calculated per PAMC 16.57.030 and includes design costs plus additional services, the construction bid with authorized Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 5 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 66 Packet Pg. 123 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 6 of 7 contingency, and all other staff and administrative costs incurred. This calculation was done and approved as part of the Fiscal Year 2020 budget development process (CMR 10225). The cost per parking space was calculated at $106,171 for the Fiscal Year 2020 Adopted Municipal Fee Schedule. The California Avenue Parking Garage was completed and opened in December 2020. Staff has completed all project close-out documents and recalculated the Parking In-Lieu Fee at $105,811. After adding the appropriate construction cost indexes for the San Francisco Bay Area for Fiscal Year 2021 through Fiscal Year 2026, the revised fee was set at $130,823. Adding the respective construction cost index for FY 2027 brings the fee to $131,634. Development Impact and In-Lieu Fees In the Planning and Development Services Department, impact fees (i.e., community center, park, library, and citywide transportation impact fees) and in-lieu fees were increased by 0.62% percent to reflect the most recently published Construction Cost Index (CCI) for the San Francisco Bay Area, as calculated by the Engineering News Record. This is in accordance with Municipal Code 16.64.110, as amended on November 28, 2016 (CMR 7518), to standardize when these fees are paid, bring uniformity to the calculation in effect, bring uniformity to the annual adjustment rate, and other updates. Since these fees are governed by the applicable Municipal Code section, they are not discussed in Attachment A. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT This action aligns fees with expense increases associated with these services. It works to ensure the City can maintain cost recovery levels, and is part of the FY 2027 Proposed Operating Budget. POLICY IMPLICATIONS These recommendations are consistent with existing City policies. Where a fee or charge is subject to Proposition 26, voter approval is required to adopt the fee, unless the amount of the new or increased fee is no more than necessary to cover the reasonable cost of the City service, and the fee represents a reasonable relationship to the payer’s burden on, or benefits received from, the City service funded by the fee. Certain types of fees, such as fines, penalties and/or late charges, or charges imposed for entrance to or use of, as well as the purchase, rental, or lease of local government property, are generally not limited to the actual costs of providing service. Instead, these types of fees are more typically governed by local market rates, reasonableness, and policy factors. These types of fees may have rates that are higher than the full cost recovery level. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 6 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 67 Packet Pg. 124 of 1165 Item No. 4. Page 7 of 7 Staff has coordinated internally with budget and management staff in each department citywide to develop the recommendations in this report. Conversations with the City Council throughout May and June prior to the adoption of the FY 2027 Operating and Capital Budgets and Municipal Fee Schedule allow for public participation in this annual process. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Adjustment to the Municipal Fee Schedule is a governmental fiscal activity that does not involve any commitment to any specific project, and therefore does not constitute a “project” pursuant to CEQA regulation 15378(b)(4). ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Municipal Fee Schedule Amendments for FY 2027 Changed and Deleted Fees Attachment B: List of all Utility Fees Moved to Citywide Municipal Fee Schedule Attachment C: Palo Alto Airport Rates and Charges Study Summary of Fee Changes to be Incorporated into the Municipal Fee Schedule APPROVED BY: Lauren Lai, Administrative Services Director Attachment A, Exhibit 5 Page 7 of 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 68 Packet Pg. 125 of 1165 At t a c h m e n t A, E x h i b i t 5 Pa g e 8 o f 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 69 Packet Pg. 126 of 1165 At t a c h m e n t A, E x h i b i t 5 Pa g e 9 o f 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 70 Packet Pg. 127 of 1165 At t a c h m e n t A, E x h i b i t 5 Pa g e 1 0 o f 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - Fiscal Year 2027 Municipal Fee Changes Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 71 Packet Pg. 128 of 1165 At t a c h m e n t A, E x h i b i t 5 Pa g e 1 1 o f 76 Item 3 Attachment A, Exhibit 5 - 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NOW, THEREFORE, the Council of the City of Palo Alto does RESOLVE as follows: SECTION 1. The Council of the City of Palo Alto hereby finds that, for Fiscal Year 2027, the final calculation of the appropriations limit of the City of Palo Alto has been determined in accordance with the adjustment factors referred to above, the documentation used in the determination of the calculation has been made available to the general public for the period of fifteen days as required by law, and the City’s appropriations are under the appropriations limit by approximately $78.59 million. SECTION 2. The Council hereby adopts the final calculation of the appropriations limit of the City for Fiscal Year 2027, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit 1. Item 3 Attachment B - FY 2027 City Appropriations Limit Resolution Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 138 Packet Pg. 195 of 1165 ATTACHMENT B 2 SECTION 3. The Council finds that the adoption of this resolution does not constitute a project under the Section 15378(b)(4) of California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines because establishing the annual appropriations limit is a fiscal activity, and, therefore, no environmental assessment is necessary. INTRODUCED AND PASSED: Enter Date Here AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: NOT PARTICIPATING: ATTEST: APPROVED: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Manager City Attorney Director of Administrative Services Item 3 Attachment B - FY 2027 City Appropriations Limit Resolution Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 139 Packet Pg. 196 of 1165 Attachment B, Exhibit 1 FY 2027 Adopted Budget 311.83$ 107.85$ 30.43$ 11.91$ 462.02$ Less: Interfund Transfers (41.26)$ (7.40)$ (22.47)$ -$ (71.13)$ Allocated Charges (31.93)$ (0.69)$ (0.69)$ -$ (33.31)$ Non-Proceeds (63.92)$ (102.20)$ (11.42)$ (11.84)$ (189.37)$ Net Appropriations Subject to Limit 174.71$ (2.43)$ (4.15)$ 0.07$ 168.21$ FY 2026 Per Capita Income Change (CA Department of Finance)4.95% Factor A 1.0495 FY 2026 Population Change (County of Santa Clara)0.23% Factor B 1.0023 234.62$ 1.0519 $246.80 Net Appropriations Subject to Limit $168.21 2026 1.0644 1.0031 1.0677 234.62$ 178.01$ 56.61$ 2025 1.0362 1.0002 1.0364 219.74$ 173.10$ 46.64$ 2024*1.0444 0.9975 1.0418 212.02$ 157.94$ 54.08$ 2023*1.0755 1.0007 1.0763 203.52$ 138.39$ 65.13$ 2022*1.0573 0.9944 1.0514 189.10$ 127.09$ 62.01$ 2021 1.0373 1.0037 1.0411 179.86$ 113.06$ 66.80$ 2020 1.0385 1.0033 1.0419 172.75$ 127.42$ 45.33$ 2019 1.0367 1.0099 1.0470 165.80$ 114.94$ 50.86$ 2018 1.0369 1.0082 1.0454 158.36$ 131.49$ 26.87$ 2017 1.0537 1.0130 1.0674 151.48$ 109.51$ 41.97$ 2016 1.0382 1.0113 1.0499 141.92$ 100.60$ 41.32$ * FY 2022-2024 Appropriation Limits restated to correct for Total Adjustment Factor calculation error in those fiscal years. ** Excludes the $0.2m in General Fund transfers. ($ IN MILLIONS) Total Budgeted Appropriations General Fund **Projects Funds Revenue Funds Fund Funds On November 6, 1979, California voters approved Proposition 4, an initiative that added Article XIIIB to the state Constitution. The provisions of this article place limits on the amount of revenue that can be appropriated by all entities of government. The Appropriations Limit is based on actual appropriations during the 1978-1979 fiscal year, as increased each year using specified population and inflationary growth factors. Factor A x Factor B FY 2027 Adopted Appropriations Limit The City of Palo Alto remains well within its appropriations limit in FY 2027. Future year limit trends can be made based on the average change in regional population and income growth. The appropriations subject to limitation includes proceeds of taxes from the General Fund, Capital Projects Fund, and Special Revenue Funds. Fiscal Year Per Capita Income Factor Population Change Factor Adjustment Appropriations Limit Appropriations Subject to Limit Amount Under the Limit Item 3 Attachment B, Exhibit 1 - Appropriations Limit Calculation Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 140 Packet Pg. 197 of 1165 Attachment C: FY 2027 Summary of Stanford Related Programs and Services Fund Dept. or Project Description Operating Fire Fire Services Contract with Stanford University Stanford reimburses the City for providing Fire services to the University based on an agreement between the City and the University. Operating Office of Transp. Palo Alto Link (PAL) On Demand Transit Services Palo Alto Link services provide on-demand transit services, and Stanford provides funding for a portion of this service. Operating Police Dispatch Communication Services Contract with Stanford University Stanford reimburses the City for providing dispatcher communication services to the University based on an agreement between the City and the University. Capital PL- 16000 Quarry Road Improvements and Transit Center Access Stanford is the lead on this project, and in order to continue with it, Palo Alto voters must undedicate a portion of El Camino Park (which is owned by Stanford and leased to the City) so that the land can be used for transit center access. A ballot measure proposing this action is expected in 2024. Capital FD-24000 Fire Training Facility Replacement This project will identify an appropriate site and construct a new fire training facility in Palo Alto. The current training facility is located on the Stanford University campus and is not owned by the City. A feasibility study will be conducted to determine the facility needs as well as an appropriate and available location for the new facility. Capital FD-25000 Fire Equipment Replacement This project will replace variety of equipment required for different types of emergency response and training, a portion of which is funded by Stanford and used to provide services to the University. The Fire Department completed a comprehensive assessment of all current primary equipment categories, as well as estimated costs and replacement schedules. Item 3 Attachment C - FY 2027 Summary of Stanford Investments Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 141 Packet Pg. 198 of 1165 City Council Staff Report Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: City Clerk Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2606-6450 TITLE Approval of Minutes from June 1, 2026 Meeting RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council review and approve the minutes. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes APPROVED BY: Mahealani Ah Yun, City Clerk Item 4 Item 4 Staff Report Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 199 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 1 of 7 Regular Meeting June 01, 2026 The City Council of the City of Palo Alto met on this date in the Council Chambers and by virtual teleconference at 5:30 P.M. Present In Person: Burt, Lauing, Lu, Lythcott-Haims, Reckdahl, Stone, Veenker Present Remotely: Absent: Special Orders of the Day 1. Proclamation Honoring June 2026 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Late Packet Report added NO ACTION Agenda Changes, Additions and Deletions Public Comment Council Member Questions, Comments and Announcements Study Session 2. Study Session on Flock Automated License Plate Recognition Technology; CEQA status – categorically exempt. NO ACTION Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 200 of 1165 DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 2 of 7 City Council Meeting Draft Action Minutes: 06/01/2026 Consent Calendar Councilmembers Veenker, Stone, Lu, Burt, and Lythcott-Haims requested to pull Agenda Item Number 4. MOTION: Vice Mayor Stone moved, seconded by Councilmember Reckdahl to approve Agenda Item Numbers 3, 5-14 and to pull off the Consent Calendar Agenda Item Number 4. MOTION PASSED ITEMS 3, 5-14: 7-0 3. Approval of Minutes from May 11 and May 18, 2026 Meeting 4. Recommendation from Policy and Services Committee to City Council to Indefinitely Defer Both Expansion of the Rental Registry Program to Properties with Two or Fewer Units and Further Consideration of a Possible Rent Stabilization Ordinance. CEQA: Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Removed off Consent Calendar and Heard June 1, 2026. 5. Approval of and Authorization to execute Purchase Orders with Jensen Precast and Oldcastle Infrastructure for the Purchase of Electric Utility Underground Boxes Not to Exceed $800,000 per year, for a Total Aggregate Not-to-Exceed Amount of $4,000,000 for Five Years; CEQA Status – Not a Project. 6. Approval of Purchase Order C27197327 with Carahsoft Technology Corporation to Procure DocuSign eSignature Software, Utilizing OMNIA cooperative contract no. R240303 for a One-Year Term for a Total Not-To-Exceed Amount of $145,180; CEQA Status - Not a Project 7. Approval of an Extension to Building Permit 18000-00536 for 429 University Ave; CEQA status – Mitigated Negative Declaration (ENV20718). 8. Approval of Professional Services Contracts with Concourse Tech Inc., Contract No. C26195689, and Prospect Silicon Valley, Contract No. C26195690, to Support Commercial Efficiency and Electrification Programs for a Term of Three (3) Years for a Total Combined Not to Exceed Amount of $898,500; CEQA Status – Not a Project 9. Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C27197243 with Euna Solutions, Utilizing a TIPS Cooperative Contract, to Modernize the City’s Budget Development and Publishing Software for a Five-Year Term, with Two One-Year Optional Extensions for a Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $1,322,230. CEQA Status - Not a project. 10. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Contract C21180768 with Public Safety Innovation, Inc. to Extend Term by One Year and Update the Schedule of Rates at No Additional Not-to- Exceed Financial Authority; CEQA Status - Not a project Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 201 of 1165 DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 3 of 7 City Council Meeting Draft Action Minutes: 06/01/2026 11. Approval of Contract Amendment No. 3 to Contract Number C20176367 with LAZ Karp Associates, LLC to Increase the Compensation by $713,311 for a revised total not-to- exceed $3,035,596 and Extend the Term by 18 Months for the Parking Enforcement Program for Residential Preferential Parking Districts; CEQA Status - Not a Project. 12. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to 14 Professional Services Contracts for GIS On-Call Services: C26193271A with Lynx Technologies Inc, C26193271B with Seven Tablets Inc, C26193271C with iSpatial Techno Solutions Inc, C26193271D with Geodesy, C26193271E with UDC, C26193271F with NV5 Geospatial Inc, C26193271G with SSP Innovations, C26193271H with Timmons Group, C26193271I with Infojini Inc, C26193271J with Sybyte Technologies Inc, C26193271K with 360S2G, C26193271L with Enterprise Maps, C26193271M with Farallon Geographics, C26193271N with Arini Geographics, to increase the Not-to-Exceed Compensation by $2,000,000 and Extend the Term for One Year; CEQA Status – Not a Project. 13. Approval of Contract Change Order No. 2 in the Amount of $1,000,000 to Contract No. C23186274 with Monterey Mechanical Company for On-Call Emergency and Critical Construction Services at the Regional Water Quality Control Plant, for a Revised Not-To- Exceed Amount of $4,000,000, and Approval of Contract Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. S24190553 with Carollo Engineers Inc. for On-call Engineering Services at the Regional Water Quality Control Plant to Increase Compensation by $995,000 for a Revised Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $1,250,000, and to Extend the Contract Term Through December 31, 2028; CEQA Status – Exempt Under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 14. Adoption of a Resolution Amending Utilities Rules and Regulations Numbers 02 (Definitions and Abbreviations), 03 (Description of Utility Services), 04 (Application for Service), 05 (Service Contracts), 09 (Disconnection, Termination and Restoration of Service), 10 (Meter Reading), 11 (Billing, Adjustments and Payment of Bills), 18 (Utility Service and Facilities on Customer Premises, 20 (Special Electric Utility Regulations), 21 (Special Water Utility Regulations), 22 (Special Gas Utility Regulations), 23 (Special Wastewater Utility Regulations), and Utility Rate Schedule C-4 (Residential Rate Assistance Program), and Repealing Rule 15 (Metering Equipment); CEQA Status – Not a Project Consent Calendar Item Pulled for Discussion 4. Recommendation from Policy and Services Committee to City Council to Indefinitely Defer Both Expansion of the Rental Registry Program to Properties with Two or Fewer Units and Further Consideration of a Possible Rent Stabilization Ordinance. CEQA: Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 202 of 1165 DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 4 of 7 City Council Meeting Draft Action Minutes: 06/01/2026 MOTION: Vice Mayor Stone moved, seconded by Councilmember Lauing to approve the staff recommendation, as amended, by deferring for one year the expansion of the Rental Registry Program and consideration of a local rent stabilization policy, and directing staff to return to the Policy and Services Committee within one year for discussion of further analysis, policy development, or preparation of a draft ordinance related to a local rent stabilization policy, as well as consideration of a Rental Registry Dashboard to enhance transparency and public access to rental housing data. MOTION PASSED: 7-0 City Manager Comments Ed Shikada, City Manager Action Items 15. Adoption of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fiscal Year (FY) 2026- 2027 Annual Action Plan; and Approving Use of CDBG Funds for FY 2026-2027 as Recommended by the Human Relations Commission. CEQA Status: Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(4). MOTION: Vice Mayor Stone moved, seconded by Councilmember Burt to: 1. Adopt the draft Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan (Attachment A) and the associated resolution (Attachment B) allocating Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for FY 2026-2027; 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the FY 2026-2027 CDBG application to fund the FY 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and any other necessary documents concerning the application, and to otherwise bind the City with respect to the applications and commitment of funds; 3. Authorize staff to submit the FY 2026-2027 AAP to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by the extended deadline of August 16, 2026. MOTION PASSED: 7-0 16. Outdoor Activation Standards, Pre-Approved Parklet Plans and Public Space Design Concept for the Car-Free Portion of California Avenue; and FIRST READ: Adopt an Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 203 of 1165 DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 5 of 7 City Council Meeting Draft Action Minutes: 06/01/2026 Ordinance Amending the Sign Code to Streamline Permitting of Signs in Conjunction with a Parklet; CEQA Status - Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303. MOTION: Vice Mayor Stone moved, seconded by Council Member Lauing to: 1. Approve the Outdoor Activation Standards and encroachment permit requirements for the car-free portion of California Avenue as documented in Attachment A. 2. Approve the Pre-approved Parklet Plans with standardized parklet designs for California Avenue summarized in Attachment B. 3. FIRST READ: An ordinance amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to allow parklet permittees to post certain types of parklet signs in compliance with the Outdoor Activation permit standards in lieu of the Sign Code’s default review process; see Attachment C. 4. Approve the proposed public space design concept outlined in Attachment D and direct staff to modify the design to be a bike-free design. MOTION PASSED: 6-1, Lu no 17. Receive Update and Provide Direction to Staff on the Implementation of Senate Bill 79 (SB 79) and the Work Related to the Downtown Housing Plan. Adoption of Two Temporary Ordinances Implementing SB 79, Adopting a Transit Oriented Development Combining District, Excluding Certain Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157, and Authorizing the Planning and Development Services Director to Make Corresponding Updates to the Zone Map. CEQA Status: Exempt Under Government Code section 65912.161(c)(2). Councilmembers Reckdahl and Lu recused from Agenda Item Number 17. MOTION: Councilmember Burt moved, seconded by Councilmember Lauing to: 1. Receive an update on the approaches for the implementation of Senate Bill (SB) 79 (2025) and work related to the Downtown Housing Plan; 2. Introduce a temporary ordinance (Attachment B) excluding historic resources designated on the City’s local register as of January 1, 2025, from the development standards otherwise applicable under SB 79, through one year following adoption of the City’s 7th Housing Element; 3. Introduce a temporary ordinance (Attachment C) establishing development standards for all transit-oriented development (TOD) eligible parcels subject to SB 79 at 50 percent of the otherwise allowable development capacity authorized under State law, and Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 204 of 1165 DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 6 of 7 City Council Meeting Draft Action Minutes: 06/01/2026 simultaneously exempting those properties from default SB 79 standards through one year following adoption of the City’s 7th Cycle Housing Element; a. Amend Attachment C, Section 1 Findings & Declarations, Section I: “The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones that the City has not already identified as being suitable locations for higher-density development, allow at densities that would create unanticipated strain on public infrastructure and cause additional points of conflict between vehicles and bicycles or pedestrians in the effected areas. The rezoning and exclusion actions set forth in this ordinance would reduce these impacts for a temporary period, during which the City may plan for increased demands on infrastructure and transportation resources. Accordingly, this ordinance is necessary as an emergency measure pursuant to PAMC section 2.04.270 to preserve the public peace, health, or safety.” 4. Direct staff to return with interim urgency versions of the above ordinances to be introduced and adopted on June 15, 2026, when the above ordinances are agendized for second reading. 5. Direct staff to prepare permanent ordinances to be presented to the Planning and Transportation Commission, incorporating the provisions of the interim ordinances and any additional provisions necessary and beneficial in implementation of SB 79. 6. Direct staff to continue work to advance and complete the Downtown Housing Plan and amend the scope of work as appropriate to take into consideration implementation of SB 79. 7. Direct staff to consider the recommendations outlined in the Palo Alto Forward Letter with particular focus to the California Avenue area including El Camino Real vicinity of California Avenue that Council has identified as suitable for higher-density development, when developing the permanent ordinance for review by the Planning & Transportation Commission, and to return to Council within 6 to 12 months. MOTION PASSED: 5-0-2, Lu, Reckdahl Recused AMENDMENTS INCORPORATED INTO THE MOTION WITH THE CONSENT OF THE MAKER AND SECONDER Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 12:19 A.M. Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 205 of 1165 DRAFT ACTION MINUTES Page 7 of 7 City Council Meeting Draft Action Minutes: 06/01/2026 ATTEST: APPROVED: ____________________ ____________________ City Clerk Mayor NOTE: Action minutes are prepared in accordance with Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) 2.04.160(a) and (b). Summary minutes (sense) are prepared in accordance with PAMC Section 2.04.160(c). Beginning in January 2018, in accordance with Ordinance No. 5423, the City Council found action minutes and the video/audio recordings of Council proceedings to be the official records of both Council and committee proceedings. These recordings are available on the City’s website. Item 4 Attachment A - June 1, 2026 Draft Action Minutes Item 4: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 206 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Utilities Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2605-6415 TITLE Approve Submittal of the 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report; CEQA status: exempt. RECOMMENDATION Utilities Advisory Commission (UAC) and staff recommend City Council approve submittal of the 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Beginning in 2022, every urban water supplier in California must conduct an Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment as required by California Water Code Section 10632 (a). Each urban water supplier must also submit an Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report to the Department of Water Resources (DWR) on or before July 1, as required by California Water Code Section 10632.1. The City’s Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report (Attachment A, Tables 1-5) show that there is no water shortage anticipated for Fiscal Year 2027. On April 14, 2026, the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), Palo Alto’s water supplier, provided Palo Alto with the Water Supply Availability Update for the current year. Although precipitation at Hetch Hetchy has been near median, snowpack in the upper watersheds is only 25% of the April 1 median. Even with these historic conditions, the entire water system is expected to be filled by the end of May 2026. SFPUC’s Water Bank is full and will continue to support deliveries throughout the year, while reservoir storage as of April 13, 2026 remained well above typical levels for the time of year. The City of Palo Alto encourages continued water conservation efforts and the City’s website contains more information about available water conservation programs.1 BACKGROUND 1 Water Conservation Programs https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Utilities/Ways-to-Save Item 5 Item 5 Staff Report Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 207 of 1165 To prepare the 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report, staff followed the procedures outlined in its Water Shortage Contingency Plan, contained in Section 7 of the City’s 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP). Palo Alto’s 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report uses the DWR-developed Optional Annual Assessment Tool format. This format includes the five tables shown in Attachment A. Staff will submit the standard tables to DWR by July 1, 2026. “Table 1: Annual Assessment Information” (Table 1) provides required overview information. The remaining tables project water supply and demand for FY 2027 under dry conditions, as required, and find that there is no projected water shortage. ANALYSIS Potable Water Non-Potable Water Item 5 Item 5 Staff Report Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 208 of 1165 For that reason, the supply is set to equal demand and there is no shortage of non-potable water projected in Table 4(NP), “Non Potable Water Shortage Assessment”. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 3, staff presented the 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report to the UAC. One commissioner asked how early runoff of snowpack affects SFPUC’s water rights. Staff was not prepared to give a detailed response but stated that it was an anomalous year given most of the snowmelt occurred in March. Two commissioners encouraged more discussion about the City’s non-potable water supply and use, particularly with respect to the associated costs to the wastewater system, and asked to revisit consideration for expansion of recycled water within the City. Another commissioner asked about the projected demand figures, and staff clarified that the projected demand used for this analysis refers to the demand study projections for the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP). Staff also noted that the 2025 UWMP update has revised the process for the Annual Water Shortage Assessment so that best available data can be used for future assessments. The UAC approved staff’s proposal, which passed on a 6-0 vote. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: 3 Staff Report 2601-5794: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/viewer/preview?id=0&type=8&uid=863f198e- 1594-4f3c-937f-f8849a2b671e Item 5 Item 5 Staff Report Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 209 of 1165 Attachment A: 2026 Annual Water Shortage Assessment Report Tables Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 210 of 1165 Table 1. Annual Assessment Information Annual Assessment Information Year Covered By This Shortage Report (Required) Start: July 1, 2026 End: June 30, 2027 Volume Unit for Reported Supply and Demand: (Must use the same unit throughout)AF Supplier's Annual Assessment Planning Cycle (Required) Start Month: July End Month: June Data Interval: Monthly (12 data points per year) Water Supplier's Contact Information (Required) Water Supplier's Name:City of Palo Alto Contact Name:Lisa Bilir Contact Title:Assistant Director of Utilities, Resource Management Street Address:250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto ZIP Code:94301 Phone Number: (650)329-2543 Email Address:lisa.bilir@paloalto.gov Report Preparer's Contact Information (if different from above) Preparer's Organization Name: Preparer's Contact Name: Phone Number: Email Address: Supplier's Water Shortage Contingency Plan WSCP Title 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan of the City of Palo Alto WSCP Adoption Date 6/7/2021 Other Annual Assessment Related Activities Activity Timeline/ Outcomes / Links / Notes Annual Assessment/ Shortage Report Title: Optional Annual Assessment / Shortage Report Approval Date:6/15/2026 Other Annual Assessment Related Activities: The 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan of the City of Palo Alto states that Palo Alto will utilize the BAWSCA Regional Reliability Model to evaluate water supply availability, however, the plan also permits the City to use SFPUC data since SFPUC is the City's sole supplier. Specifically, the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan states: "Because Palo Alto relies on only one potable water supply source, SFPUC RWS water, the Annual Assessment will rely on key data inputs from the SFPUC." Palo Alto used the SFPUC's April 14, 2026 Final Water Supply Availability Estimate to determine water supply. (Add rows as needed) Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 211 of 1165 = From prior tables = Auto calculated Use Type Start Year: 2026 Volumetric Unit Used2:AF Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total by Water Demand Type All Demands 1313 1287 1309 1090 931 687 655 576 661 699 971 1137 11316 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1313 1287 1309 1090 931 687 655 576 661 699 971 1137 11316 All Demands Tertiary 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 0 0 0 0 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total 0 0 0 0 Table 2: Water Demands1 Projected Water Demands - Volume3 Total by Month (Non-Potable) 1Projections are based on best available data at time of submitting the report and actual demand volumes could be different due to many factors. 2Units of measure (AF, CCF, MG) must remain consistent. 3When opting to provide other than monthly volumes (bi-monthly, quarterly, or annual), please see directions on entering data for Projected Water Demand in the Table Instructions. Notes: Potable unconstrained customer demand determined using the end-use model described in the 2020 UWMP Section 4. Non-potable unconstrained customer demand determined based on 2020 UWMP projection. Total by Month (Potable) Additional Description (as needed) Level of Treatment for Non- Potable Supplies Drop-down list Drop-down list May select each use multiple times These are the only Use Types that will be recognized by the WUEdata online submittal tool (Add additional rows as needed) Demands Served by Potable Supplies Demands Served by Non-Potable Supplies Three years ago total demand Four years ago total demand Optional (for comparison purposes) Last year's total demand Two years ago total demand Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 212 of 1165 = From prior tables = Auto calculated Use Type Start Year: 2025 Volumetric Unit Used2:AF Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total by Water Demand Type All Demands 1310 1285 1307 1088 929 686 654 575 660 697 969 1135 11295 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1310 1285 1307 1088 929 686 654 575 660 697 969 1135 11295 All Demands Tertiary 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 0 0 0 0 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total 0 0 0 0 Table 2: Water Demands1 Projected Water Demands - Volume3 Total by Month (Non-Potable) 1Projections are based on best available data at time of submitting the report and actual demand volumes could be different due to many factors. 2Units of measure (AF, CCF, MG) must remain consistent. 3When opting to provide other than monthly volumes (bi-monthly, quarterly, or annual), please see directions on entering data for Projected Water Demand in the Table Instructions. Notes: Potable unconstrained customer demand determined using the end-use model described in the 2020 UWMP Section 4. Non-potable unconstrained customer demand determined based on 2020 UWMP projection. Total by Month (Potable) Additional Description (as needed) Level of Treatment for Non- Potable Supplies Drop-down list Drop-down list May select each use multiple times These are the only Use Types that will be recognized by the WUEdata online submittal tool (Add additional rows as needed) Demands Served by Potable Supplies Demands Served by Non-Potable Supplies Three years ago total demand Four years ago total demand Optional (for comparison purposes) Last year's total demand Two years ago total demand Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 213 of 1165 = From prior tables = Auto calculated Water Supply Start Year: 2026 Volumetric Unit Used2:AF Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total by Water Supply Type Purchased/Imported Water San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Regional Water Supply System 1313 1287 1309 1090 931 687 655 576 661 699 971 1137 11316 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1313 1287 1309 1090 931 687 655 576 661 699 971 1137 11316 0 Recycled Water Recycled Water from the Regional Water Quality Control Plant 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 0 0 0 0 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 0 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total 0 Table 3: Water Supplies1 Projected Water Supplies - Volume3 Water Quality Drop-down List Total Right or Safe Yield* (optional) Additional Detail on Water Supply Drop-down List May use each category multiple times.These are the only water supply categories that will be recognized by the WUEdata online submittal tool (Add additional rows as needed) Potable Supplies Non-Potable Supplies eAR Reported Total Water Supplies Optional (for comparison purposes) 1Projections are based on best available data at time of submitting the report and actual supply volumes could be different due to many factors. 2Units of measure (AF, CCF, MG) must remain consistent. 3When opting to provide other than monthly volumes (bi-monthly, quarterly, or annual), please see directions on entering data for Projected Water Supplies in the Table Instructions. Notes: Palo Alto purchases 100% of its potable water from SFPUC; Palo Alto used the SFPUC's March 1, 2024 Water Supply Availability Update to determine water supply. Palo Alto supplies recycled water for irrigation of the municipal golf course, a park and some other minor applications. There is sufficient supply of both potable and recycled water to meet demand. Total by Month (Potable) Total by Month (Non-Potable) Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 214 of 1165 = From prior tables = Auto calculated Water Supply Start Year: 2025 Volumetric Unit Used2:AF Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total by Water Supply Type Purchased/Imported Water San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Regional Water Supply System 1310 1285 1307 1088 929 686 654 575 660 697 969 1135 11295 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1310 1285 1307 1088 929 686 654 575 660 697 969 1135 11295 0 Recycled Water Recycled Water from the Regional Water Quality Control Plant 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 0 0 0 0 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 0 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Total 0 Table 3: Water Supplies1 Projected Water Supplies - Volume3 Water Quality Drop-down List Total Right or Safe Yield* (optional) Additional Detail on Water Supply Drop-down List May use each category multiple times.These are the only water supply categories that will be recognized by the WUEdata online submittal tool (Add additional rows as needed) Potable Supplies Non-Potable Supplies eAR Reported Total Water Supplies Optional (for comparison purposes) 1Projections are based on best available data at time of submitting the report and actual supply volumes could be different due to many factors. 2Units of measure (AF, CCF, MG) must remain consistent. 3When opting to provide other than monthly volumes (bi-monthly, quarterly, or annual), please see directions on entering data for Projected Water Supplies in the Table Instructions. Notes: Palo Alto purchases 100% of its potable water from SFPUC; Palo Alto used the SFPUC's March 1, 2024 Water Supply Availability Update to determine water supply. Palo Alto supplies recycled water for irrigation of the municipal golf course, a park and some other minor applications. There is sufficient supply of both potable and recycled water to meet demand. Total by Month (Potable) Total by Month (Non-Potable) Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 215 of 1165 = Auto calculated = For manual input Table 4(P): Potable Water Shortage Assessment1 Start Year: 2026 Volumetric Unit Used2:AF Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun3 Total Anticipated Unconstrained Demand 1313 1287 1309 1090 931 687 655 576 661 699 971 1137 11316 Anticipated Total Water Supply 1313 1287 1309 1090 931 687 655 576 661 699 971 1137 11316 Surplus/Shortage w/o WSCP Action 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 % Surplus/Shortage w/o WSCP Action 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% State Standard Shortage Level 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Benefit from WSCP: Supply Augmentation 0.0 Benefit from WSCP: Demand Reduction 0.0 Revised Surplus/Shortage with WSCP 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 % Revised Surplus/Shortage with WSCP 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% = From prior tables Planned WSCP Actions4 1Assessments are based on best available data at time of submitting the report and actual volumes could be different due to many factors. 2Units of measure (AF, CCF, MG) must remain consistent. 3When optional monthly volumes aren't provided, verify Tables 2 and 3 use the same columns for data entry and are reflected properly in Table 4 and make sure to use those same columns to enter the benefits from Planned WSCP Actions. Please see directions on the shortage balancing exercise in the Table Instructions. If a shortage is projected, the supplier is highly recommended to perform a monthly analysis to more accurately identify the time of shortage. 4If you enter any WSCP Benefits, then you must enter the corresponding planned Actions into Table 5. = Auto calculated = For manual input Table 4(NP): Non-Potable Water Shortage Assessment1 Start Year: 2026 Volumetric Unit Used2:AF Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun3 Total Anticipated Unconstrained Demand: Non-Potable 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 Anticipated Total Water Supply: Non-Potable 54 53 35 22 11 2 2 11 9 24 42 50 315 Surplus/Shortage w/o WSCP Action: Non-Potable 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 % Surplus/Shortage w/o WSCP Action: Non-Potable 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% Benefit from WSCP: Supply Augmentation 0.0 Benefit from WSCP: Demand Reduction 0.0 Revised Surplus/Shortage with WSCP 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 % Revised Surplus/Shortage with WSCP 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 1Assessments are based on best available data at time of submitting the report and actual volumes could be different due to many factors. 2Units of measure (AF, CCF, MG) must remain consistent. 3When optional monthly volumes aren't provided, verify Tables 2 and 3 use the same columns for data entry and are reflected properly in Table 4 and make sure to use those same columns to enter the benefits from Planned WSCP Actions. Please see directions on the shortage balancing exercise in the Table Instructions. If a shortage is projected, the supplier is highly recommended to perform a monthly analysis to more accurately identify the time of shortage. 4If you enter any WSCP Benefits, then you must enter the corresponding planned Actions into Table 5. = From prior tables Planned WSCP Actions4 Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 216 of 1165 July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 Enter Amount (Drop-down List) Select % or Volume Unit Start Month End Month NOTES: Notes Section to be used only for clarifying details, and not for listing specific actions. Actions must be entred into table rows 1If you plan Supply Augmentation Actions then you must enter WSCP Benefits from Supply Augmentation Actions into Table 4. If you plan Demand Reduction Actions then you must enter WSCP Benefits from Demand Reduction Actions into Table 4. 2If an Action is planned to be implemented in multiple non-contiguous periods of the year, please make separate entries on multiple rows for the same action spanning the different implementation periods. Table 5: Planned Water Shortage Response Actions Add additional rows as needed How much is action going to reduce the shortage gap? (Optional) When is shortage response action anticipated to be implemented2?Is action already being implemented? (Y/N) ACTIONS1: Demand Reduction, Supply Augmentation, and Other Actions. (Drop-down List) These are the only categories that will be accepted by the WUEdata online submittal tool. Select those that apply. Anticipated Shortage Level Drop-down List of State Standard Levels (1 - 6) and Level 0 (No Shortage) Palo Alto currently inplements permanent water use restrictions according to the Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 12.32.010 https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/paloalto/latest/paloalto_ca/0-0-0-69362#JD_Chapter12.32. There is currently no water shortage projected for FY 2027 in Table 4(P). Item 5 Attachment A - 2026 Water Supply and Demand Assessment Tables Item 5: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 217 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Transportation Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2605-6367 TITLE Approve Conceptual Design for Alma Street-Charleston Road Railroad Crossing Near-Term Section 130 Safety Improvement Project – Direct Staff to Complete Final Design, Environmental Analysis, Project Specifications, and Engineering Cost Estimates based off of the Conceptual Design as Recommended by Rail Committee; CEQA status: Categorically Exempt under Section 15301-Class 1 minor alternations to existing facilities. RECOMMENDATION Rail Committee and staff recommend that the Council approves the conceptual design and directs staff to move forward with the proposed near-term safety improvements to the Alma Street and Charleston Road Railroad Crossing, including direction to complete final design plans, environmental analysis, project specifications, and engineering cost estimates for construction. The Rail Committee unanimously voted to recommend approval of the conceptual design to the City Council. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Division of Rail, in cooperation with the Peninsula Corridor Joint Power Board (also known as Caltrain or JPB) and the City of Palo Alto, proposed a railroad crossing improvement project at Charleston Road in Palo Alto. This intersection was identified by California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) for safety improvements as part of Section 130 federal funding for hazard elimination at railroad crossings. In December 2024, City Council authorized a contract with BKF Engineers to prepare plan line concepts, final design plans, permit applications, and construction documents for improvements to the intersection of Alma Street and Charleston Road. The project objectives are to improve the safety, efficiency, and experience of the intersection and rail crossing for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists. Based on the scope of improvements listed in the Service Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 218 of 1165 Contract with Caltrans, the project team collaboratively developed concept plans that include the following described below: Installation of a pre-track traffic signal (pre-signal), Relocation of select traffic signal equipment at Alma Street, Replacement of the existing pedestrian crossing markings, Reconstruction of pedestrian curb ramps, Reconfiguring pedestrian sidewalks at the northwest and southwest corners of the intersection, Addition of bike lane markings, and Modification of railroad emergency pedestrian gates and gate arms. 1 BACKGROUND 1 Rail Committee , May 12, 2026; Item 1, Action Item, SR# 2604-6222 Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 219 of 1165 In November 2023, Caltrans’ Division of Rail and Mass Transportation executed Service Contract No. 50LP298, with the City of Palo Alto; and on December 2, 2024, Palo Alto City Council authorized a contract with BKF Engineers for Charleston Road and Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvement Plan. Scope elements include preparation of concept plans, final design plans, and construction documents, for intersection improvements at Charleston Road and Alma Road. Improvements include, but are not limited to, traffic signal modifications, sidewalk and crosswalk improvements, signing and striping updates, and pedestrian railroad crossing improvements. The project team includes BKF Engineers, along with subconsultants, Hexagon Transportation Consultants and Callander Associates, in consultation with City staff. ANALYSIS Collision data Required scope of work Proposed project improvements Traffic analysis Community outreach and engagement Next steps Collision Data Required Scope of Work Installation of pre-signal for eastbound motorists, interconnected to the railroad signal system and the existing traffic signal at Alma Street and Charleston Road, Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 220 of 1165 Modification of the existing traffic signal operations at the nearby intersection of Alma Street / Charleston Road, including the addition of advance traffic signal preemption, Installation of channelizing delineators on the northeast bound approach, and Installation and update of signage and striping in compliance with the CA MUTCD. Based on this scope of improvements, which is outlined in the City’s contract with Caltrans, the project team developed a conceptual plan. The conceptual plan encompasses: Installation of a traffic signal pre-signal, Relocation of traffic signal equipment, Updates to the existing pedestrian crossing markings, Reconstruction of pedestrian curb ramps, and Expansion of pedestrian areas at the northeast and northwest corners of the intersection. Proposed safety improvements include a pre-track signal on eastbound Charleston Road. The pre-signal would add a traffic signal pole with multiple signal heads west of Alma Street, for vehicles to stop at the existing stop line west of the railway tracks. It would also add regulatory restrictions for motorists from queuing within the train crossing area. A pre-track signal would also restrict vehicles from crossing the tracks against a red signal and would restrict right-turns on red at Alma Street. Traffic Analysis The Project team prepared a traffic analysis memo for the Charleston Road and Alma Street intersection in January 2026 (Attachment B), which evaluated the operational performance of the intersection under existing condition, and with proposed improvements including a pre- signal. As part of the project concept development, the project team observed existing traffic conditions and utilized existing (January 2025, with school in-session) data at the project study location, during AM, after school, and PM peak periods. Details of these observations are outlined in the traffic analysis. Key findings are listed below: The railroad crossing is approximately 25 feet southwest of the Charleston Road/Alma Street intersection, with a stop line and “Stop here on Red” sign for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks and a hatched area between the tracks and Alma Street to indicate that this is not a queuing area. Field observations showed that eastbound motorists and bicyclists frequently passed the stop line and railway tracks to wait in the hatched area to the east of the tracks. Eastbound motorists were also frequently observed making right-turns on red. Vehicular queues were observed on Alma Street and eastbound Charleston Road that sometimes required one or two cycles to clear. Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 221 of 1165 Analysis of traffic effects of the proposed project was conducted. Table 1 summarizes AM, after school, and PM peak hour intersection delays and levels of service at Alma/Charleston intersection under existing conditions and with the proposed safety improvement. Community Outreach and Engagement Whether proposed improvements sufficiently address motorist, cyclist and pedestrian safety in advance of the long-term railroad grade separation project. Potential property impacts (there are no property impacts to adjacent residences). Safety and visibility for bicyclists including bike lane striping suggestions that will be evaluated and incorporated where possible. Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 222 of 1165 On March 3, 2026, the project team also presented this project to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PABAC) for review and discussion. A summary of the PABAC meeting is included in Attachment D. In addition to the questions shared during the meeting, the committee was encouraged to submit any follow-up questions or comments via e-mail to staff. Attendees expressed gratitude that the proposed project is moving forward given the high volume of pedestrian and bicyclists that use this intersection. Some attendees noted bike marking improvements, and signal timing improvements at other Palo Alto locations as potential examples for providing safer movements for bicyclists and pedestrians through the intersection. Next Steps FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 223 of 1165 The preliminary construction cost estimate for this project is $2.2 million. Upon final approval of the construction documents and engineer’s estimate, the City will request additional Section 130 funds for the construction phase to be allocated to the City through an amendment to the existing agreement with Caltrans. The project will be competitively bid for procurement of the construction contract, and actual project cost will depend upon the bid proposals received for construction. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 6 Item 6 Staff Report Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 224 of 1165 Item 6 Attachment A - Conceptual Plan Exhibit - November 2025 Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 225 of 1165 Item 6 Attachment A - Conceptual Plan Exhibit - November 2025 Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 226 of 1165 Memorandum Date: January 2, 2026 To: City of Palo Alto CC: Mr. Jason Yee, BKF Engineers From: Trisha Dudala, Katie Riutta Subject: Transportation Analysis for the Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements in Palo Alto, California Summary The City of Palo Alto is proposing safety improvements at the signalized intersection of Alma Street/ Charleston Road, the adjacent railroad crossing, and the unsignalized intersection of Ruthelma Avenue/Charleston Road. The Charleston Road at-grade crossing was identified for funding of hazard elimination and safety improvements through a federally funded program. The proposed railroad crossing improvement project at Charleston Road in Palo Alto is a joint project between the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (JPB), the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), and the City of Palo Alto. The railroad crossing is located approximately 25 feet southwest of the signalized intersection of Charleston Road and Alma Street. The intersection traffic signals are interconnected with the railroad track circuitry system for simultaneous preemption. There is enough space for one vehicle between the intersection and the railroad tracks. Eastbound motorists sometimes queue on the tracks due to the lack of storage space. The proposed railroad crossing safety improvement includes the installation of a pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road to better keep motorists from queuing on the railroad tracks. The pre- signal would restrict vehicles from turning right on red and would potentially affect vehicular capacity at the Charleston/Alma intersection. This study looked at traffic operations during three time periods: the weekday morning commute (7-9 AM), the after school time period (2-4 PM), and the evening commute (4-6 PM). It is during these hours that the intersection experiences the most traffic congestion. The analysis was conducted using the simulation software VISSIM by PTV Vision, which has the ability to analyze signal preemption. The traffic analysis was conducted under existing conditions and with increased Caltrain frequency, which would happen when ridership increases. The analysis of the installation of a pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road showed that the average vehicular queues on eastbound Charleston Road would increase from existing conditions during all three peak periods because the pre-signal would restrict right-turns on red. Under existing conditions without a pre-signal, the stop line for eastbound Charleston Road is located to the west of the train tracks, along with a “Stop here on Red” sign that informs motorists to stop before the tracks. However, field observations showed that some motorists would pull forward across the train tracks and wait in the area on the east side of the tracks, and right-turning vehicles were observed to turn onto southbound Alma Street. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 227 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 2 Alma Street and Charleston Road Railroad Crossing Existing Conditions Analysis The existing conditions analysis was conducted based on existing peak hour traffic volumes, existing lane geometries, existing signal timings, and the number of trains during the peak hours as described below. An aerial image of the existing striping at the Alma Street and Charleston Road Railroad Crossing is shown on Figure 1. Existing Lane Geometry Separate left-turn lanes are provided on Alma Street in both the northbound and southbound directions to Charleston Road, including two northbound left-turn lanes and one southbound left- turn lane (see Figure 1). In addition, there is a separate southbound right-turn lane on Alma Street to westbound Charleston Road. Charleston Road is striped with a shared left/through lane and a shared through/right lane in both directions at Alma Street. The stop line for eastbound Charleston Road is located to the west of the train tracks, along with a “Stop here on Red” sign that informs motorists to stop at the stop line. The area between the tracks and Alma Street is striped out to suggest no stopping in that area. Bike lanes are present in both directions on Charleston Road and on-street parking is not permitted. On Alma Street, bike facilities are not provided and on-street parking is not permitted. Traffic Volumes AM, after school, and PM peak-hour turning movement counts for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles were conducted at the Alma/Charleston intersection in January 2025, when schools were in session. As shown on Figure 2, a total of 3,103 vehicles, 89 bicycles, and 12 pedestrians were counted during the AM peak hour, 2,980 vehicles, 30 bicycles, and 9 pedestrians were counted during the after school peak hour, and a total of 3,509 vehicles, 30 bicycles, and 5 pedestrians were counted during the PM peak hour. Signal Timing and Phasing The existing signal timing data at the Alma Street and Charleston Road intersection were obtained from the city and verified in the field. The Alma/Charleston intersection signal currently operates at approximately 175-second cycle lengths during the AM, after school, and PM peak hours. The existing traffic signal operates with protected phasing for the northbound and southbound left-turns on Alma Street, with leading southbound left-turns and lagging northbound left-turns. Charleston Road operates with split phase signal timing, with the westbound approach being served before the eastbound approach. Signal Preemption As the Charleston Road railroad crossing is located approximately 25 feet southwest of Alma Street, the intersection of Alma Street and Charleston Road is equipped to receive a traffic preemption signal when there is a train detection. This is a special control mode in the traffic signal controller designed to start up and clear any vehicular traffic on the roadway approach crossing the railroad tracks. Before the train approaches the intersection, eastbound vehicular queues on Charleston Road between the railroad gate and Alma Street are cleared. After that, southbound left and through vehicles receive a green light, followed by southbound through and northbound through vehicles, for the duration of the train movement. A total preemption time of 45 seconds was observed from the start of the railroad crossing warning to after the train has passed the crossing and the gates were raised. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 228 of 1165 Park B l v d W C h a r l e s t o n R d E Ch a r l e s t o n R d Alma S t Alma S t Park B l v d W C h a r l e s t o n R d E Ch a r l e s t o n R d Alma S t Alma S t Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements Figure 1 Alma Street and Charleston Road Railroad Crossing – Existing Striping Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 229 of 1165 Palo Alto Mountain View El C a m i n o R e a l Ruth e l m a A v e El C a m i n o R e a l Ruth e l m a A v e Alma S t Alma S t Park B l v d Ely P l Wilki e W a y Wilk i e W a y E Ch a r l e s t o n R d Ne l s o n D r W C h a r l e s t o n R d Middl e f i e l d R d W M e a d o w D r Whit c l e m D r San A n t o n i o R d Carlson Ct Mum f o r d P l E M e a d o w D r Lindero Dr Cha r l e s t o n Rd Alm aSt 61580 41 40 232 65 1 21 5 351,12 3310 99 339 177 1 5 1572 17 2 Cha r l e s t o n Rd Alm aSt 98960 33 68 220 35 2 3 30795199 79 277 186 5 1 15 16 1 Cha r l e s t o n Rd Alm aSt 79991 41 61 262 40 3 491,12 2294 81 293 196 1 2 8 21 AM Peak Hour - 8 AM - 9 AM PM Peak Hour - 5 PM - 6 PM After School Peak Hour - 3 PM - 4 PM = Pedestrian = Bicycles on Roadway = Bicycles on Crosswalk LEGEND Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements Figure 2 Alma Street and Charleston Road Existing Lane Geometry and Traffic Volumes Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 230 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 5 Number of Trains Based on the current Caltrain schedule, there are a total of 8 trains (4 northbound and 4 southbound) during the AM and PM peak hours. Although the actual train spacing varies daily, the analysis assumed a constant time interval between consecutive trains, which calculates to one train every 7 ½ minutes. This represents average conditions. Occasionally trains arrive closer together, which creates longer delays, or more spread out, which creates shorter delays. Analysis of the after-school peak hour assumed the operation of 6 trains (3 trains in each direction) based on the Caltrain schedule. The spacing of the trains during the after-school peak hour was assumed to be every 10 minutes. Field Observations AM Peak Hour During the AM peak hour, long vehicular queues were observed on northbound Alma Street and eastbound Charleston Road that required one to two cycles to clear. Eastbound queues sometimes extended nearly to Wilkie Way, with or without train preemption. Eastbound vehicles were frequently observed to make right-turns on red and would sometimes drive forward from the stop bar west of the tracks to queue within the hashed area between the tracks and the intersection during a red light. Typically, only one vehicle per lane would be stopped within the hashed area and vehicles would not be stopped on the tracks themselves. Eastbound bicycles were also observed to stop within the hashed area during a red light. After School Peak Hour During the after school peak hour, long vehicular queues were observed on southbound Alma Street and eastbound Charleston Road that sometimes required more than one cycle to clear. It was observed that the railroad warning light and the intersection traffic control device preemption mode were activated at the same time, in simultaneous preemption operation. It was also observed that eastbound vehicles and northbound left turn vehicles commonly rush through the yellow light and even run the red light. As such, two northbound left-turning vehicles were stopped east of the gate when the gate lowered and blocked southbound traffic until one vehicle changed to the outer lane. It was also observed once during the observation period that the gate lowered and lifted shortly after, without any train having crossed. Eastbound vehicles and bicycles were frequently observed to drive forward into the hashed area during a red light. Some eastbound vehicles were observed to stop just past the stop bar west of the tracks and needed to back up when the gates lowered. Another eastbound vehicle was observed to stop within the hashed area with the rear of the vehicle touching the train tracks. PM Peak Hour During the PM peak hour, long vehicular queues were observed on southbound Alma Street and eastbound Charleston Road. Vehicular queues on all approaches sometimes required more than one cycle to clear due to signal preemption. Eastbound and northbound left turning vehicles were again observed to sometimes run a red light at the end of the signal phase. It was observed once during the field visit that a northbound left-turning vehicle at the end of the signal phase was abruptly stopped by the warning gate east of the tracks and resulted in a rearend collision with the vehicle behind. Eastbound vehicles were sometimes observed to stack two vehicles within the hashed area east of the tracks. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 231 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 6 Railroad Crossing The railroad crossing is located approximately 25 feet southwest of the Charleston Road/Alma Street intersection (see Figure 2). Under existing conditions, the stop line for eastbound Charleston Road is located to the west of the train tracks, along with a “Stop here on Red” sign that informs motorists to stop at the stop line. The area between the tracks and Alma Street is striped out to suggest no stopping in that area. However, field observations showed that some motorists would pull forward across the train tracks and wait in the area on the east side of the tracks, and right- turning vehicles were observed to turn on red. This could be because the striped-out area is not highly visible as it is located on a downslope from the higher elevation of the train tracks. Therefore, the existing conditions simulation model was coded with the eastbound stop line located to the east of the train tracks. Proposed Safety Improvement The Alma Street and Charleston Road intersection is located immediately east of the railroad crossing, and there is enough storage space for only one vehicle between the intersection and the railroad tracks (see Figure 1). The proposed safety improvement includes installing a pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road. The pre-signal would add a signal head at the existing stop line for eastbound Charleston Road traffic to the west of the tracks and would restrict motorists from queuing within the train crossing area. The pre-signal would restrict right-turns on red for eastbound Charleston Road traffic. Analysis of the effect of the proposed railroad crossing improvements on existing traffic conditions at Alma Street and Charleston Road was conducted. Table 1 summarizes AM, after school, and PM peak hour intersection delays and levels of service at the Alma/Charleston intersection under existing conditions and with the proposed safety improvement. Table 1 Alma and Charleston Intersection Delay and Levels of Service – Existing Conditions Peak Hour Avg. Delay LOS Avg. Delay LOS Delay Increase Alma Street and Charleston Road AM 75.3 E 81.4 F 6.1 After School 54.1 D 56.4 E 2.3 PM 73.1 E 78.5 E 5.4 Notes: Avg Delay = Average Delay in seconds; LOS = Level of Service; 1 Existing traffic conditions were analyzed based on traffic counts collected in January 2025. A total of 8 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 6 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvement consists of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red. Intersection Existing 1 Existing + Safety Improvement 2 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 232 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 7 As shown in Table 1, under existing conditions, the Alma Street and Charleston Road intersection operates at LOS E during the AM and PM peak hours and LOS D during the after school peak hour. With the proposed railroad crossing improvement, the results show that the average intersection delay would increase by about two to six seconds. This is due to the restriction of right turns on red. Traffic counts during all three time periods show a relatively high volume of right-turning traffic from eastbound Charleston Road to southbound Alma Street. Tables 2, 3 and 4 show the queue lengths for all approaches at the Alma/Charleston intersection during the AM, after school, and PM peak hours. As shown in these tables, the proposed pre-signal would result in an increase in average queue lengths of more than 25% for eastbound Charleston traffic during all three time periods. However, it should be noted that since the existing conditions model was coded with the stop line to the east of the tracks, and field observations showed that some vehicles were observed to stop at the existing stop line located to the west of the tracks, the actual increase in vehicular delays and queues between the existing and existing + pre-signal scenarios would be less than what is shown in the tables. Recommendations In addition to the pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road, Hexagon recommends that the City consider implementing advance signal preemption operation. With advance preemption operation, the traffic signal controller would allow vehicles to clear the intersection before the gates came down. Table 2 Alma and Charleston Intersection Queue Length – Existing Conditions (AM Peak) Intersection Approach Average Queue Maximum Queue Average Queue Maximum Queue Alma Street and Charleston Road Alma - NB 253 1,001 236 969 Charleston - WB 100 338 95 325 Alma - SB 91 389 92 393 Charleston - EB 337 870 484 1,046 Notes: XXX - Bold indicates movements where the queue length under Existing + Safety Improvement exceeds 25% of the queue length under Existing conditions. 1 Existing traffic conditions were analyzed based on traffic counts collected in January 2025. A total of 8 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 6 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvements consist of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red with the pre-signal. Existing 1 Existing + Safety Improvement 2 AM Peak Hour - Queue Length (feet) Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 233 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 8 Table 3 Alma and Charleston Intersection Queue Length – Existing Conditions (After School) Table 4 Alma and Charleston Intersection Queue Length – Existing Conditions (PM Peak) Intersection Approach Average Queue Maximum Queue Average Queue Maximum Queue Alma Street and Charleston Road Alma - NB 100 480 104 456 Charleston - WB 77 285 76 268 Alma - SB 176 695 196 753 Charleston - EB 135 505 178 574 Notes: After School Peak Hour - Queue Length (feet) Existing 1 Existing + Safety Improvement 2 XXX - Bold indicates movements where the queue length under Existing + Safety Improvement exceeds 25% of the queue length under Existing conditions. 1 Existing traffic conditions were analyzed based on traffic counts collected in January 2025. A total of 8 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 6 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvements consist of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red with the pre-signal. Intersection Approach Average Queue Maximum Queue Average Queue Maximum Queue Alma Street and Charleston Road Alma - NB 242 978 237 964 Charleston - WB 99 352 100 358 Alma - SB 225 800 224 759 Charleston - EB 335 877 455 983 Notes: PM Peak Hour - Queue Length (feet) Existing 1 Existing + Safety Improvement 2 XXX - Bold indicates movements where the queue length under Existing + Safety Improvement exceeds 25% of the queue length under Existing conditions. 1 Existing traffic conditions were analyzed based on traffic counts collected in January 2025. A total of 8 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 6 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvements consist of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red with the pre-signal. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 234 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 9 Alternative Phasing Considerations In addition to the pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road, Hexagon considered other potential improvements, including lane reassignments for an overlap phase for the eastbound right-turn movement on Charleston Road with the northbound left-turn movement on Alma Road and for an eight-phase signal configuration with protected left-turn phasing on all approaches. An overlap phase for the eastbound right-turn movement would require the outer eastbound shared through- right lane on Charleston Road to be converted to an exclusive right-turn lane, which would reduce the throughput capacity from two lanes to one lane in the eastbound direction. An eight-phase signal configuration would require the inner eastbound and westbound shared left-through lanes to be converted to exclusive left-turn turn lanes, which would reduce the throughput capacity from two lanes to one lane for both the eastbound and westbound directions on Charleston Road. Analysis of the effect of the alternative phasing improvements on existing traffic conditions at Alma Street and Charleston Road was conducted using SimTraffic simulation software. Tables 5 and 6 summarize AM, after school, and PM peak hour intersection delays and levels of service at the Alma/Charleston intersection under existing conditions and with the alternative phasing improvements. As shown in Table 5, an overlap phase for the eastbound right-turn movement would result in an increase in average intersection delay by about seven minutes compared to existing conditions during the PM peak hour. This configuration would require left-turning and through traffic on eastbound Charleston Road to share a single lane, resulting in uneven lane utilization of the two eastbound lanes. As shown in Table 6, an eight-phase signal configuration would result in an increase in average intersection delay by about four minutes compared to existing conditions during the PM peak hour. This configuration would require through and right- turning traffic on eastbound and westbound Charleston Road to share a single lane, resulting in uneven lane utilization. The analysis shows that vehicular delays on Charleston Road would increase for both alternative phasing improvements due to the decrease in throughput capacity on Charleston Road. Therefore, alternative phasing is not recommended. Table 5 Alma and Charleston Intersection Delay and Levels of Service – EBR Overlap Peak Hour Avg. Delay LOS Avg. Delay LOS Delay Increase Alma Street and Charleston Road AM 75.3 E 207.6 F 132.3 After School 54.1 D 56.0 E 1.9 PM 73.1 E 495.8 F 422.7 Notes: Intersection Existing 1 Existing + EBR Overlap 2 Avg Delay = Average Delay in seconds; LOS = Level of Service 1 Existing traffic conditions were analyzed based on traffic counts collected in January 2025. A total of 8 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 6 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 The eastbound right-turn movement would overlap with the northbound left-turn movement. The outer eastbound shared through-right lane would be converted to an exclusive right-turn lane. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 235 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 10 Table 6 Alma and Charleston Intersection Delay and Levels of Service – 8-Phase Signal Increased Caltrain Frequency This analysis scenario describes the effect of increased Caltrain frequency on existing traffic conditions and with the proposed railroad safety improvement at Alma Street and Charleston Road. When Caltrain ridership increases, it is expected that the number of trains could increase from 8 trains to 12 trains during both the AM and PM peak hours (based on the Caltrain Electrification EIR). This calculates to one train every five minutes. During the after school peak hour, it is assumed that the number of trains will increase from 6 trains under existing conditions to 10 trains (5 trains in each direction). Table 7 below summarizes commute AM, after school, and commute PM peak hour intersection delays and levels of service at the Alma Street and Charleston Road intersection with increased train frequency and with the proposed railroad safety improvement. Peak Hour Avg. Delay LOS Avg. Delay LOS Delay Increase Alma Street and Charleston Road AM 75.3 E 149.6 F 74.3 After School 54.1 D 161.8 F 107.7 PM 73.1 E 312.9 F 239.8 Notes: Intersection Existing 1 Existing + 8-Phase Signal 2 Avg Delay = Average Delay in seconds; LOS = Level of Service 1 Existing traffic conditions were analyzed based on traffic counts collected in January 2025. A total of 8 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 6 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 The 8-phase signal configuration would have protected phasing on all approaches. The inner eastbound and westbound shared left-through lanes would be converted to exclusive left-turn turn lanes. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 236 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 11 Table 7 Alma and Charleston Intersection Delay and Levels of Service – Increased Caltrain Frequency Conditions As shown in Table 7, the average intersection delay would increase with increased Caltrain frequency, and the intersection would operate at LOS F during the AM and PM peak hours, and LOS E during the after school peak hour. With the proposed safety improvement that includes a pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road (restricting right turns on red) the results show that the average intersection delay would increase by about 3 to 21 seconds. Tables 8, 9, and 10 show that the proposed pre-signal would result in an increase in average queue lengths of more than 25% for eastbound Charleston traffic during all three time periods. As noted before, since the model without the pre-signal was coded with the stop line to the east of the tracks, and field observations showed that some vehicles were observed to stop at the existing stop line located to the west of the tracks, the actual increase in vehicular delays and queues between the existing and existing + pre-signal scenarios with increased trains would be less than what is shown in the tables. The analysis showed that the maximum queue would not extend up to El Camino Real. Peak Hour Avg. Delay LOS Avg. Delay LOS Delay Increase Alma Street and Charleston Road AM 96.3 F 111.5 F 15.2 After School 58.1 E 61.4 E 3.3 PM 83.3 F 103.9 F 20.6 Notes: Avg Delay = Average Delay in seconds; LOS = Level of Service; 1 A total of 12 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 10 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvement consists of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red. Increased Trains + Safety Improvement 2 Intersection Increased Trains 1 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 237 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 12 Table 8 Alma and Charleston Intersection Queue Length – Increased Caltrain Frequency Conditions (AM Peak) Table 9 Alma and Charleston Intersection Queue Length – Increased Caltrain Frequency Conditions (After School) Intersection Approach Average Queue Maximum Queue Average Queue Maximum Queue Alma Street and Charleston Road Alma - NB 223 945 240 954 Charleston - WB 126 387 102 329 Alma - SB 86 404 91 403 Charleston - EB 688 1,259 910 1,499 Notes: 1 A total of 12 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 10 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. AM Peak Hour - Queue Length (feet) Increased Trains 1 Increased Trains + Safety Improvement 2 2 Safety improvements consist of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red. XXX - Bold indicates movements where the queue length under Increased Trains + Safety Improvement exceeds 25% of the queue length under Increased Trains conditions. Intersection Approach Average Queue Maximum Queue Average Queue Maximum Queue Alma Street and Charleston Road Alma - NB 97 477 100 494 Charleston - WB 81 295 82 297 Alma - SB 168 703 178 703 Charleston - EB 186 662 252 726 Notes: After School Peak Hour - Queue Length (feet) Increased Trains 1 Increased Trains + Safety Improvement 2 XXX - Bold indicates movements where the queue length under Increased Trains + Safety Improvement exceeds 25% of the queue length under Increased Trains conditions. 1 A total of 12 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 10 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvements consist of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 238 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 13 Table 10 Alma and Charleston Intersection Queue Length – Increased Caltrain Frequency Conditions (PM Peak) Ruthelma Avenue and Charleston Road – Crosswalk Analysis The existing pedestrian crosswalk at the Ruthelma Avenue and Charleston Road intersection was evaluated for enhanced/active improvements. The goal of this analysis was to determine whether any special additional pedestrian crossing treatments would be justified at this location that would make pedestrian crossing safer by decreasing pedestrian and vehicular conflicts. The analysis was based on the NCHRP Report 562 – Improving Pedestrian Safety at Unsignalized Crossings. Two- day 24-hour directional speed and volume counts were conducted on Charleston Road near Ruthelma Avenue. The pedestrian crossing volume was counted for six hours (including AM, school PM and PM peak hours) on two separate days. Motorist compliance was observed in the field. Existing Lane Geometry and Traffic Volumes The Ruthelma Avenue crosswalk is located approximately 570 feet to the west of the railroad crossing on Charleston Road. At the T-intersection of Ruthelma Avenue/Charleston Road, Charleston Road has two lanes in each direction, no raised median, and is uncontrolled. There are dedicated bike lanes in each direction. The northbound approach on Ruthelma Avenue has a shared left-right lane that is controlled with a stop sign. A traditional parallel line crosswalk is present across Ruthelma Avenue, and a high-visibility crosswalk with a ladder design and static pedestrian signage is present across Charleston Road to the east of Ruthelma Avenue. Sidewalks are present on all approaches. On-street parking is permitted on Ruthelma Avenue, but not on Charleston Road. Intersection Approach Average Queue Maximum Queue Average Queue Maximum Queue Alma Street and Charleston Road Alma - NB 238 954 239 979 Charleston - WB 107 345 104 351 Alma - SB 221 830 222 799 Charleston - EB 505 1,073 885 1,435 Notes: Increased Trains 1 Increased Trains + Safety Improvement 2 XXX - Bold indicates movements where the queue length under Increased Trains + Safety Improvement exceeds 25% of the queue length under Increased Trains conditions. 1 A total of 12 trains were assumed to operate during the weekday AM and PM commute peak hours and a total of 10 trains were assumed to operate during the after school PM peak hour. 2 Safety improvements consist of a pre-signal for eastbound Charleston Road located west of the train tracks. The eastbound right-turn traffic would not be allowed to turn on red. PM Peak Hour - Queue Length (feet) Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 239 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 14 AM, after-school, and PM peak-hour turning movement counts for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles were conducted at the Ruthelma/Charleston intersection for two days in January 2025, when schools were in session. As shown on Figure 3, a total of 1,184 vehicles, 76 bicycles, and 5 pedestrians were counted during the AM peak hour, 1,028 vehicles, 19 bicycles, and 10 pedestrians were counted during the after-school peak hour, and a total of 1,093 vehicles, 60 bicycles, and 8 pedestrians were counted during the PM peak hour. Hourly speed and volume data were also collected along Charleston Road near Ruthelma Avenue for 48 hours in January 2025. The average daily traffic (ADT) was found to be 13,071 total vehicles, including an average of 6,704 eastbound vehicles and 6,367 westbound vehicles. The 85th percentile speed was found to be 32.1 miles per hour (mph) in the eastbound direction and 30.6 mph in the westbound direction. Field Observations AM Peak Hour During the AM peak hour, eastbound vehicular queues on Charleston Road were sometimes observed to extend past Ruthelma Avenue nearly to Wilkie Way from the downstream signal at Alma Street and the railroad crossing. On eastbound Charleston Road, vehicles typically complied with the “Keep Clear” signage upstream of the Ruthelma Avenue crosswalk. However, vehicles would often be stopped within the crosswalk across Charleston Road due to the downstream queue. During the observation period, one northbound pedestrian crossed Charleston Road, and an eastbound vehicle was observed to slow within the “Keep Clear” area but did not come to a stop as the pedestrian crossed. After School Peak Hour During the after-school peak hour, eastbound vehicular queues from Alma Street were sometimes observed to extend past Ruthelma Avenue. PM Peak Hour During the PM peak hour, eastbound vehicular queues from Alma Street were sometimes observed to extend past Wilkie Way after train crossings had occurred. Vehicles typically complied with the “Keep Clear” signage but would often stop within the crosswalk. Westbound vehicular queues from Wilkie Way were sometimes observed to extend past Ruthelma Avenue. Since there is no “Keep Clear” signage in the westbound direction, vehicles were observed to queue within the intersection. Safety Analysis The Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) Report 112/ National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 562, Improving Pedestrian Safety at Unsignalized Crossings, provides guidelines and general recommendations on pedestrian crossing treatments to consider at unsignalized intersections. The report provides a procedure for evaluation of the pedestrian crossing that includes the posted speed limit or 85th percentile speed on the major street, peak-hour pedestrian volumes, traffic signal warrant, and pedestrian delay. Based on Appendix A, Step 2 of the report, the minimum pedestrian volume for a peak-hour evaluation is 20 pedestrians per hour for both directions. If fewer pedestrians are crossing the street, then geometric improvements (rather than signs, signals, or markings) such as traffic calming, median refuge islands, and curb extensions, are alternatives that can be considered. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 240 of 1165 Palo Alto Mountain View Ruth e l m a A v e Ruth e l m a A v e Alma S t Alma S t Park B l v d Ely P l Wilki e W a y Wilk i e W a y E Ch a r l e s t o n R d Ne l s o n D r W C h a r l e s t o n R d Middl e f i e l d R d W M e a d o w D r Whit c l e m D r San A n t o n i o R d Carlson Ct Mum f o r d P l E M e a d o w D r Lindero Dr El C a m i n o R e a l El C a m i n o R e a l Cha r l e s t o n Rd Ruth e l m a Ave 575 7 1 8 2 1 5982 67 8 1 1 Cha r l e s t o n Rd Ruthe l m a Ave 473 91 4 3 1 5401 92 8 1 1 Cha r l e ston Rd Ruth e l m a Ave 473 2 4 3 1 6122 8 511 7 4 3 4 3 AM Peak Hour - 8 AM - 9 AM PM Peak Hour - 4 PM - 5 PM STOP = Pedestrian = Bicycles on Roadway = Bicycles on Crosswalk LEGEND After School Peak Hour - 3 PM - 4 PM Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements Figure 3 Ruthelma Avenue and Charleston Road Existing Lane Geometry and Traffic Volumes Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 241 of 1165 Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements January 2, 2026 Page | 16 Based on intersection counts conducted in January 2025, the pedestrian volume utilizing the crosswalk on Charleston Road at Ruthelma Avenue is between 5 and 10 pedestrians during peak commute hours. Since the pedestrian volume is below the minimum threshold described in the TCRP/NCHRP report, geometric improvements should be considered. However, it is not possible to accommodate a median refuge island or curb extensions at the crosswalk within the existing right- of-way. Since vehicles were observed to stop within the crosswalk when queues extended past Ruthelma Avenue, the existing “Keep Clear” zone could be extended past the crosswalk. However, installing an additional “Keep Clear” space on eastbound Charleston Road would extend the eastbound queue longer than it already is during the peak hours. To enhance pedestrian visibility and increase driver awareness at the uncontrolled, marked crosswalk across Charleston Road at Ruthelma Avenue, a pedestrian actuated Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) to accompany the pedestrian warning sign on both sides of the crosswalk is recommended. RRFBs consist of two rectangular- shaped yellow indications, each with a light-emitting diode (LED)-array- based light source. RRFBs flash with an alternating high frequency when activated to enhance visibility of pedestrians at the crossing to drivers. Conclusions The proposed railroad crossing safety improvement includes the installation of a pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road, which would restrict eastbound right-turns on red. Although the stop line for eastbound Charleston Road is located to the west of the train tracks, along with a “Stop here on Red” sign that informs motorists to stop at the stop line, field observations showed that some motorists would pull forward across the train tracks and wait in the area on the east side of the tracks, and right-turning vehicles were observed to turn during the red phase of the traffic signal. Although the results show that the average delay and queue length would increase for eastbound Charleston Road during the AM, school PM and commute PM peak hours, the pre-signal would discourage motorists from queuing within the train crossing area, thus improving motorist safety. In addition to the pre-signal on eastbound Charleston Road, Hexagon recommends that the City consider advance preemption operation for the Alma Street/Charleston Road intersection to improve safety for the northbound left-turn and westbound through motorists. With advance preemption operation, the traffic signal controller would begin the preemption sequence for a period before the railroad warning devices are activated, which would allow vehicles to clear the tracks before the gate lowers and would decrease the potential for rearend collisions. Alternative phasing, including an overlap phase for the eastbound right-turn movement on Charleston Road and an eight-phase signal configuration, would result in an increase in average intersection delays due to the decrease in throughput capacity. Therefore, alternative phasing is not recommended. Based on intersection counts conducted in January 2025, the pedestrian volume utilizing the crosswalk on Charleston Road at Ruthelma Avenue is below the minimum threshold described in the TCRP/NCHRP report. Since it is not possible to accommodate a median refuge island or curb extensions at the crosswalk within the existing right-of-way, Hexagon recommends that the City consider installing pedestrian actuated Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) to accompany the pedestrian warning signs on both sides of the crosswalk. Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 242 of 1165 Appendix A Volume and Speed Data Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 243 of 1165 ALMA ST ALMA STCHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:1 ALMA ST & CHARLESTON RD AM Tuesday, January 28, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:08:00 AM - 09:00 AM Peak 15-Minutes:08:30 AM - 08:45 AM 682 1,262 338 436 1,468822 615 583 0.95 N S EW 0.84 0.78 0.90 0.88 (2,332)(1,012) (526) (687) (1,048) (944) (2,772)(1,187) 41 061 40 232 65 177 339 99 1 0 58 0 31 0 1, 1 2 3 350 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD ALMA ST ALMA ST 5 2 5 0 N S EW 1 1 32 2 3 0 0 21 0 0 0 15 0 72 0 000 1 0 16 1 0 N S EW 21 0 1 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 7:00 AM 0 54 155 0 8 400 7 25 0 2 23 335 0 0 1 22,15112 3 4 2 7:15 AM 0 67 213 0 6 420 22 37 0 1 38 468 0 0 0 02,53421 9 6 6 7:30 AM 0 63 298 0 10 1020 13 60 0 5 32 626 0 0 0 12,87520 12 4 7 7:45 AM 0 119 314 0 13 860 14 71 0 7 46 722 0 0 0 03,06727 10 7 8 8:00 AM 0 70 278 0 12 1080 23 100 0 5 54 718 0 0 1 13,10341 13 10 4 8:15 AM 0 96 307 0 16 1610 17 64 0 15 60 809 0 0 1 443 10 9 11 8:30 AM 0 69 293 0 19 1660 30 92 0 17 51 818 0 2 0 052 4 7 18 8:45 AM 0 75 245 0 14 1450 29 83 1 28 67 758 0 0 3 041 13 9 8 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 1 0 0 3 10 0 0 0 0 0 50 0 0 0 Lights 308 1,114 34 60 570 4097 334 175 64 222 37 3,0560 1 0 0 Mediums 2 8 1 1 7 02 5 2 1 10 3 420 0 0 0 Total 99 339 177 65 232 40 310 1,123 35 61 580 41 3,1030 1 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 244 of 1165 RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVECHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:2 RUTHELMA AVE & CHARLESTON RD AM Tuesday, January 28, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:07:45 AM - 08:45 AM Peak 15-Minutes:08:15 AM - 08:30 AM 0 0 577 551 104 545 577 0.93 N S EW 0.00 0.89 0.92 0.92 ()() (1,009) (908) (1,009) (898) (17)(7) 0 00 0 576 1 3 542 0 0 0 0 1 0 90 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVE 2 1 2 0 N S EW 0 1 11 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 40 0 000 0 0 14 0 0 N S EW 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 7:00 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 45 0 0 80 125 0 0 2 17930 0 0 0 7:15 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 69 0 1 108 180 0 1 0 19240 0 2 0 7:30 AM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 85 0 0 101 189 0 0 0 01,0490 0 2 0 7:45 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 134 0 0 162 299 0 0 1 01,1321 0 2 0 8:00 AM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 126 0 0 126 256 0 0 0 01,1311 0 2 0 8:15 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 146 0 1 155 305 0 1 1 20 0 3 0 8:30 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 136 0 0 133 272 0 0 0 01 0 2 0 8:45 AM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 153 0 1 141 298 0 0 2 01 0 1 0 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 Lights 1 0 9 0 0 00 534 3 1 564 0 1,1120 0 0 0 Mediums 0 0 0 0 0 00 8 0 0 12 0 200 0 0 0 Total 0 542 3 1 576 0 1 0 9 0 0 0 1,1320 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 245 of 1165 ALMA ST ALMA STCHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:1 ALMA ST & CHARLESTON RD PM Tuesday, January 28, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:03:00 PM - 04:00 PM Peak 15-Minutes:03:15 PM - 03:30 PM 1,091 942 323 405 1,0241,181 542 452 0.97 N S EW 0.96 0.77 0.93 0.91 (1,710)(1,996) (625) (765) (884) (996) (1,829)(2,087) 33 098 68 220 35 186 277 79 0 0 96 0 19 9 79 5 300 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD ALMA ST ALMA ST 3 1 5 0 N S EW 1 0 41 1 2 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 14 0 000 0 0 16 0 0 N S EW 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 2:00 PM 0 29 135 0 19 1600 19 52 0 3 54 535 0 0 0 12,46629 17 6 12 2:15 PM 0 37 198 0 23 1810 12 51 1 6 60 626 0 0 1 02,64120 10 10 17 2:30 PM 0 40 161 0 24 2080 26 64 0 3 49 648 0 0 1 02,78040 13 5 15 2:45 PM 0 48 132 0 19 2110 20 82 0 6 55 657 0 1 4 02,89539 25 4 16 3:00 PM 0 41 188 0 36 2200 23 78 0 9 35 710 0 1 4 22,98048 16 7 9 3:15 PM 0 61 198 0 22 2540 20 61 0 8 58 765 0 0 0 043 22 9 9 3:30 PM 0 51 184 0 16 2590 14 64 0 12 78 763 0 0 0 047 22 9 7 3:45 PM 0 46 225 0 24 2270 22 74 0 6 49 742 0 0 1 148 8 5 8 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 2 0 0 0 00 1 0 0 0 0 30 0 0 0 Lights 197 791 29 97 953 3379 273 185 35 218 68 2,9580 0 0 0 Mediums 2 2 1 1 7 00 3 1 0 2 0 190 0 0 0 Total 79 277 186 35 220 68 199 795 30 98 960 33 2,9800 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 246 of 1165 RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVECHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:2 RUTHELMA AVE & CHARLESTON RD PM Tuesday, January 28, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:02:45 PM - 03:45 PM Peak 15-Minutes:03:30 PM - 03:45 PM 0 0 442 537 1711 523 434 0.90 N S EW 0.00 0.91 0.43 0.92 ()() (827) (999) (816) (987) (21)(20) 0 00 0 431 11 0 523 0 0 0 0 3 0 140 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVE 3 1 7 0 N S EW 0 1 34 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 1 000 0 0 15 0 0 N S EW 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 2:00 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 100 0 2 87 190 0 2 1 18600 0 1 0 2:15 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 94 0 2 101 199 0 0 0 09012 0 0 0 2:30 PM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 124 0 1 97 224 0 0 1 09330 0 1 0 2:45 PM 0 2 0 0 0 00 0 117 0 3 117 247 0 0 2 19820 0 8 0 3:00 PM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 148 0 1 78 231 0 0 3 29750 0 3 0 3:15 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 108 0 2 120 231 0 0 2 00 0 1 0 3:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 150 0 5 116 273 0 1 0 00 0 2 0 3:45 PM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 142 0 0 95 240 0 1 2 22 0 0 0 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 0 00 1 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 Lights 1 0 14 0 0 00 516 0 11 426 0 9680 0 0 0 Mediums 2 0 0 0 0 00 6 0 0 5 0 130 0 0 0 Total 0 523 0 11 431 0 3 0 14 0 0 0 9820 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 247 of 1165 ALMA ST ALMA STCHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:1 ALMA ST & CHARLESTON RD PM Tuesday, January 28, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:05:00 PM - 06:00 PM Peak 15-Minutes:05:45 PM - 06:00 PM 1,111 1,264 363 421 1,4651,227 570 597 0.98 N S EW 0.84 0.89 0.91 0.98 (2,409)(2,198) (680) (813) (1,097) (1,169) (2,721)(2,449) 41 079 61 262 40 196 293 81 0 0 99 1 29 4 1, 1 2 2 490 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD ALMA ST ALMA ST 3 0 2 0 N S EW 0 0 11 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 001 1 0 21 0 0 N S EW 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 4:00 PM 0 69 220 0 16 2870 29 62 0 4 65 848 0 1 5 13,25962 14 9 11 4:15 PM 0 53 245 0 10 2710 16 72 0 10 63 828 0 2 1 13,28757 11 12 8 4:30 PM 0 50 265 0 24 1970 22 88 0 5 46 768 0 0 1 13,34743 12 5 11 4:45 PM 0 47 274 0 13 2350 27 74 0 4 73 815 0 0 4 03,42647 10 7 4 5:00 PM 0 59 269 0 23 2990 18 69 0 12 52 876 0 0 1 23,50943 11 11 10 5:15 PM 0 65 268 0 10 2580 22 79 0 12 69 888 0 0 1 064 21 11 9 5:30 PM 0 84 310 0 27 1690 26 76 0 6 73 847 0 0 0 142 14 10 10 5:45 PM 0 86 275 0 19 2650 15 69 0 10 68 898 0 0 0 047 15 17 12 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 1 00 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 Lights 293 1,120 49 76 985 4181 290 196 40 261 61 3,4930 0 0 0 Mediums 1 2 0 3 5 00 3 0 0 1 0 150 0 0 0 Total 81 293 196 40 262 61 294 1,122 49 79 991 41 3,5090 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 248 of 1165 RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVECHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:2 RUTHELMA AVE & CHARLESTON RD PM Tuesday, January 28, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:05:00 PM - 06:00 PM Peak 15-Minutes:05:30 PM - 05:45 PM 0 0 541 579 36 579 538 0.99 N S EW 0.00 0.88 0.50 0.94 ()() (1,021) (1,141) (1,010) (1,139) (8)(17) 0 00 0 537 4 2 577 0 0 0 0 1 0 20 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVE 3 0 5 0 N S EW 0 0 14 2 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 000 0 0 20 0 0 N S EW 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 4:00 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 129 0 4 142 276 0 0 1 01,0451 0 0 0 4:15 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 138 0 2 112 254 0 0 2 11,0402 0 0 0 4:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 160 0 1 101 265 0 0 4 01,0690 0 3 0 4:45 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 129 1 0 117 250 0 0 3 01,0891 0 2 0 5:00 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 159 0 2 110 271 0 0 4 11,1230 0 0 0 5:15 PM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 151 0 0 129 283 0 0 1 12 0 0 0 5:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 131 0 1 152 285 0 0 0 00 0 1 0 5:45 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 136 0 1 146 284 0 0 0 10 0 1 0 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 Lights 1 0 2 0 0 00 573 2 4 534 0 1,1160 0 0 0 Mediums 0 0 0 0 0 00 4 0 0 3 0 70 0 0 0 Total 0 577 2 4 537 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 1,1230 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 249 of 1165 RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVECHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:2 RUTHELMA AVE & CHARLESTON RD AM Thursday, January 30, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:08:00 AM - 09:00 AM Peak 15-Minutes:08:15 AM - 08:30 AM 0 0 582 597 109 592 578 0.91 N S EW 0.00 0.92 0.81 0.89 ()() (992) (917) (983) (907) (17)(16) 0 00 0 575 7 2 589 0 0 1 0 2 0 80 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVE 1 1 3 0 N S EW 0 1 21 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 67 0 001 0 0 8 0 0 N S EW 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 7:00 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 54 0 2 65 121 0 0 0 17320 0 0 0 7:15 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 63 0 1 102 167 0 0 2 28740 0 1 0 7:30 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 84 0 3 109 200 0 0 0 01,0311 0 3 0 7:45 AM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 113 0 0 128 244 0 0 0 01,1220 0 2 0 8:00 AM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 136 0 3 120 263 0 0 2 01,1840 0 3 0 8:15 AM 0 1 0 0 0 01 0 165 0 1 153 324 0 1 0 11 0 2 0 8:30 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 142 0 1 145 291 0 0 0 01 0 2 0 8:45 AM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 146 0 2 157 306 0 0 1 00 0 1 0 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 Lights 2 0 8 0 0 00 578 2 7 565 0 1,1631 0 0 0 Mediums 0 0 0 0 0 00 11 0 0 10 0 210 0 0 0 Total 0 589 2 7 575 0 2 0 8 0 0 0 1,1841 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 250 of 1165 RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVECHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:2 RUTHELMA AVE & CHARLESTON RD PM Thursday, January 30, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:03:00 PM - 04:00 PM Peak 15-Minutes:03:45 PM - 04:00 PM 0 0 483 544 410 541 474 0.94 N S EW 0.00 0.88 0.75 0.91 ()() (872) (1,015) (858) (1,008) (8)(15) 0 00 0 473 9 1 540 0 1 0 0 1 0 30 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVE 4 1 4 1 N S EW 0 1 31 3 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 2 000 3 0 8 0 0 N S EW 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 2:00 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 106 0 2 94 203 0 0 0 18600 0 1 0 2:15 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 108 0 2 74 186 0 2 2 08851 0 1 0 2:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 139 1 0 96 238 0 0 0 09580 0 2 0 2:45 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 113 0 0 120 233 0 0 0 09890 0 0 0 3:00 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 128 0 3 95 228 0 0 2 11,0280 0 2 0 3:15 PM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 119 1 1 135 259 0 0 0 01 0 1 0 3:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 148 0 2 119 269 0 0 1 00 0 0 0 3:45 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 145 0 3 124 272 1 1 1 30 0 0 0 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 0 00 1 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 Lights 1 0 3 0 0 00 535 1 9 470 0 1,0200 1 0 0 Mediums 0 0 0 0 0 00 4 0 0 3 0 70 0 0 0 Total 0 540 1 9 473 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 1,0280 1 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 251 of 1165 RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVECHARLESTON RDCHARLESTON RD (303) 216-2439 www.alltrafficdata.net Location:2 RUTHELMA AVE & CHARLESTON RD PM Thursday, January 30, 2025Date: Peak Rolling Hour Flow Rates Peak Hour - Motorized Vehicles Peak Hour - Bicycles Peak Hour - Pedestrians Traffic Counts - Motorized Vehicles Note: Total study counts contained in parentheses. Peak Hour:04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Peak 15-Minutes:04:45 PM - 05:00 PM 0 0 475 615 44 614 474 0.96 N S EW 0.00 0.89 0.69 0.92 ()() (1,006) (1,127) (999) (1,121) (14)(15) 0 00 0 473 2 2 612 0 0 0 0 1 0 30 CHARLESTON RD CHARLESTON RD RUTHELMA AVE RUTHELMA AVE 4 0 4 0 N S EW 0 0 31 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 000 7 0 51 1 0 N S EW 0 0 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Left Thru Right Total EastboundInterval Start Time Rolling Hour West East South North Pedestrian Crossings U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-Turn 4:00 PM 0 1 0 0 0 00 0 154 0 1 125 282 0 0 2 01,0931 0 0 0 4:15 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 142 0 1 104 247 0 0 0 01,0680 0 0 0 4:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 167 0 0 110 278 0 0 1 31,0740 0 1 0 4:45 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 149 0 0 134 286 0 0 1 11,0761 0 2 0 5:00 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 143 0 3 110 257 0 0 0 31,0480 0 1 0 5:15 PM 0 2 0 0 0 00 0 111 0 0 137 253 0 4 2 31 0 2 0 5:30 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 127 0 4 145 280 0 0 2 30 0 4 0 5:45 PM 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 123 0 1 131 258 0 0 0 12 0 1 0 Vehicle Type Left Thru Right Eastbound U-Turn Westbound Northbound Southbound TotalLeftThruRightU-Turn Left Thru RightU-TurnLeftThruRightU-Turn Articulated Trucks 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0 1 0 10 0 0 0 Lights 1 0 3 0 0 00 610 2 2 467 0 1,0850 0 0 0 Mediums 0 0 0 0 0 00 2 0 0 5 0 70 0 0 0 Total 0 612 2 2 473 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 1,0930 0 0 0 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 252 of 1165 Site Description:Charleston Rd E.O Ruthelma Ave Site Number:3 Start Date: End Date: 1 EB WB Total EB WB Total EB WB Total EB WB Total EB WB Total EB WB Total EB WB Total EB WB EB WB EB WB 12:00 AM - - - 42 19 61 37 21 58 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1:00 AM - - - 18 14 32 16 9 25 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2:00 AM - - - 10 12 22 13 8 21 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3:00 AM - - - 13 15 28 13 15 28 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4:00 AM - - - 18 26 44 22 32 54 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5:00 AM - - - 56 80 136 47 93 140 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6:00 AM - - - 96 152 248 117 188 305 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7:00 AM - - - 344 398 742 327 403 730 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8:00 AM - - - 564 564 1128 609 601 1210 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 9:00 AM - - - 413 448 861 418 448 866 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 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Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 253 of 1165 Site Description: Site Number:3 1 1 Start Date: End Date: Average Speed 24.7 mph 25.8 mph 50th Percentile 25.8 mph 26.1 mph 85th Percentile 32.1 mph 30.6 mph 95th Percentile 35.7 mph 33.7 mph Total 0-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30 30-35 35-40 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75 75-80 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100+ Eastbound 13407 423 1363 1727 2635 4009 2405 683 128 27 0 5 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 100.0% 3.2% 10.2% 12.9% 19.7% 29.9% 17.9% 5.1% 1.0% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Westbound 12734 101 278 1041 3763 5266 1897 327 46 12 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 100.0% 0.8% 2.2% 8.2% 29.6% 41.4% 14.9% 2.6% 0.4% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Total 26141 524 1641 2768 6398 9275 4302 1010 174 39 1 6 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 100.0% 2.0% 6.3% 10.6% 24.5% 35.5% 16.5% 3.9% 0.7% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Eastbound Westbound Speed Range (MPH) - Total Study Vehicle Speed Report - Hourly Charleston Rd E.O Ruthelma Ave 1/28/2025 1/29/2025 Total Study Speed Summary Page 2 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 254 of 1165 Site Description: Site Number:3 1 1 Start Date: End Date: Charleston Rd E.O Ruthelma Ave 1/28/2025 1/29/2025 Tuesday 1/28/25 0-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30 30-35 35-40 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75 75-80 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100+ 12:00 AM 42 0 0 0 2 9 19 9 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 AM 18 0 0 0 0 3 8 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 AM 10 0 0 0 0 1 3 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 AM 13 0 0 0 0 0 9 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 AM 18 0 0 0 1 5 5 6 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 AM 56 0 0 0 2 12 27 12 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM 96 0 0 1 5 18 49 20 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 AM 344 11 30 31 61 103 80 18 6 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 AM 564 26 116 122 115 118 54 12 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 AM 413 5 74 73 78 116 52 12 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 AM 423 2 9 38 119 152 89 11 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 AM 393 1 6 31 96 172 66 18 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 PM 422 1 5 26 94 160 117 16 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 PM 399 7 11 31 68 156 100 20 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 PM 466 8 29 73 135 152 61 6 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM 520 25 61 61 140 161 54 17 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 PM 523 31 118 125 130 79 30 9 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 PM 565 76 144 104 99 98 36 4 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 PM 446 20 61 103 111 96 40 10 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 PM 348 1 1 8 60 164 85 23 3 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 PM 256 0 0 3 23 100 93 31 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 PM 156 0 1 1 11 47 56 36 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 PM 91 0 0 0 5 31 33 18 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 PM 68 0 0 0 1 18 28 17 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 37 146 154 181 239 183 50 10 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 132 323 290 369 338 120 30 4 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM 213 664 819 1251 1581 828 173 34 8 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM 214 666 831 1356 1971 1194 340 59 15 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 3.2% 10.0% 12.5% 20.4% 29.6% 18.0% 5.1% 0.9% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 50th Percentile 25.7 mph 85th Percentile 32.1 mph 95th Percentile 35.7 mph Total 1004 1608 5574 6650 100% Vehicle Speed Report (Eastbound - 01/28/2025) Eastbound Page 3 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 255 of 1165 Site Description: Site Number:3 1 1 Start Date: End Date: Charleston Rd E.O Ruthelma Ave 1/28/2025 1/29/2025 Tuesday 1/28/25 0-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30 30-35 35-40 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75 75-80 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100+ 12:00 AM 19 0 0 1 3 9 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 AM 14 0 0 0 1 8 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 AM 12 0 0 0 0 7 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 AM 15 0 0 0 1 7 5 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 AM 26 0 0 0 1 9 11 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 AM 80 0 0 0 4 24 36 15 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM 152 0 1 2 9 49 70 17 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 AM 398 3 7 21 60 181 94 26 4 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 AM 564 13 26 83 133 219 82 7 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 AM 448 5 6 35 116 211 62 11 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 AM 455 3 6 17 136 225 59 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 AM 352 3 3 9 100 168 59 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 PM 377 1 8 14 126 168 53 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 PM 348 0 4 13 114 148 62 6 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 PM 390 4 3 30 134 165 50 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM 416 2 9 24 166 165 48 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 PM 460 15 20 69 161 153 40 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 PM 543 5 25 99 225 162 26 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 PM 398 2 15 46 136 151 41 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 PM 252 0 1 9 67 128 41 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 PM 215 0 4 5 35 118 45 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 PM 156 1 0 2 30 79 35 5 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 PM 112 0 0 3 13 53 33 9 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 PM 64 0 0 2 3 24 28 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 16 34 106 202 449 246 50 9 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 22 54 192 552 480 114 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM 56 133 462 1616 2165 746 107 13 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM 57 138 484 1774 2631 994 164 18 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 0.9% 2.2% 7.7% 28.3% 42.0% 15.9% 2.6% 0.3% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 50th Percentile 26.3 mph 85th Percentile 30.7 mph 95th Percentile 33.7 mph 6266 100% Vehicle Speed Report (Westbound - 01/28/2025) Westbound Total 1114 1419 5301 Page 4 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 256 of 1165 Site Description: Site Number:3 1 1 Start Date: End Date: Charleston Rd E.O Ruthelma Ave 1/28/2025 1/29/2025 Wednesday 1/29/25 0-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30 30-35 35-40 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75 75-80 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100+ 12:00 AM 37 0 0 0 1 4 17 14 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 AM 16 0 0 0 0 5 8 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 AM 13 0 0 0 0 4 4 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 AM 13 0 0 0 1 1 6 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 AM 22 0 0 0 0 6 11 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 AM 47 0 0 0 4 10 17 8 6 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM 117 0 0 2 5 28 52 26 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 AM 327 0 24 29 48 138 61 21 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 AM 609 21 96 131 142 151 47 17 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 AM 418 28 103 83 61 82 49 11 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 AM 407 1 24 40 106 140 72 20 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 AM 424 2 23 34 74 162 103 20 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 PM 479 2 20 45 87 198 100 23 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 PM 429 3 12 52 95 164 85 13 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 PM 480 11 37 46 95 174 97 18 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM 524 39 89 85 103 131 60 11 5 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 PM 574 39 99 153 144 94 40 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 PM 463 13 84 107 113 94 38 9 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 PM 426 49 80 71 87 83 42 10 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 PM 323 1 2 10 53 141 92 21 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 PM 277 0 4 7 27 99 109 28 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 PM 178 0 0 0 21 77 51 23 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 PM 86 0 0 1 10 32 27 13 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 PM 68 0 0 0 2 20 23 17 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 21 120 162 195 317 160 64 11 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 91 272 345 360 319 138 24 9 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM 208 691 878 1160 1639 846 203 44 6 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM 209 697 896 1279 2038 1211 343 69 12 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 3.1% 10.3% 13.3% 18.9% 30.2% 17.9% 5.1% 1.0% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 50th Percentile 25.8 mph 85th Percentile 32.0 mph 95th Percentile 35.8 mph 1561 5677 6757 100% Vehicle Speed Report (Eastbound - 01/29/2025) Eastbound Total 1053 Page 5 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 257 of 1165 Site Description: Site Number:3 1 1 Start Date: End Date: Charleston Rd E.O Ruthelma Ave 1/28/2025 1/29/2025 Wednesday 1/29/25 0-10 10-15 15-20 20-25 25-30 30-35 35-40 40-45 45-50 50-55 55-60 60-65 65-70 70-75 75-80 80-85 85-90 90-95 95-100 100+ 12:00 AM 21 0 0 0 6 10 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 AM 9 0 0 0 0 6 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 AM 8 0 0 0 0 3 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 AM 15 0 0 0 0 10 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 AM 32 0 0 0 0 12 16 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 AM 93 1 0 0 6 21 43 21 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM 188 1 1 3 12 67 81 16 5 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 AM 403 0 3 35 97 172 67 20 7 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 AM 601 6 26 83 211 212 50 12 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 AM 448 11 10 45 157 175 44 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 AM 421 3 5 33 114 191 62 9 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 AM 359 1 8 20 94 174 54 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 PM 391 1 4 18 111 190 59 7 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1:00 PM 360 0 1 12 120 175 48 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2:00 PM 389 1 1 14 119 168 76 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM 470 3 13 57 198 148 45 5 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4:00 PM 460 8 30 83 201 117 21 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5:00 PM 491 4 16 78 203 159 26 2 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 PM 416 4 18 57 163 142 26 5 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7:00 PM 279 0 1 6 68 151 43 9 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8:00 PM 252 0 1 6 51 144 44 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9:00 PM 177 0 1 3 38 96 31 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10:00 PM 108 0 0 1 14 56 30 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11:00 PM 77 0 1 3 6 36 25 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM 7 30 121 320 451 198 48 12 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 15 59 218 602 424 92 7 1 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM 43 136 538 1800 2090 659 103 19 8 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM 44 140 557 1989 2635 903 163 28 8 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Percent 0.7% 2.2% 8.6% 30.8% 40.7% 14.0% 2.5% 0.4% 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 50th Percentile 26.0 mph 85th Percentile 30.4 mph 95th Percentile 33.6 mph Total 1192 1421 5397 6468 100% Vehicle Speed Report (Westbound - 01/29/2025) Westbound Page 6 Item 6 Attachment B - Traffic Analysis Memo by Hexagon Transportation Consultants Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 258 of 1165 www.callanderassociates.com BURLINGAME GOLD RIVER RENO SAN JOSE 1633 Bayshore Highway, Suite 133 12150 Tributary Point Drive, Suite 140 275 Hill St, Suite 260 2025 Gateway Place, Suite 285 Burlingame, CA 94010 Gold River, CA 95670 Reno, NV 89501 San Jose, CA 95110 650.375.1313 916.985.4366 775.787.2828 408.275.0565 Recreate Educate Live+Work Connect Sustain October 29, 2025 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Community Meeting #1 Date: October 28, 2025 Time: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Attendees: City of Palo Alto (City): Ruchika Aggarwal ruchika.aggarwal@paloalto.gov Rafael Rius rafael.rius@paloalto.gov Ria Lo ria.lo@paloalto.gov BKF Engineers (BKF): Jason Mansfield jmansfield@bkf.com Jason Yee jyee@bkf.com Callander Associates (CA): Marie Mai mmai@callanderassociates.com Melinda Wang mwang@callanderassociates.com Community Members: 8 total The purpose of this meeting was to introduce the project, present existing conditions, and receive feedback from the community on the preliminary concept. This project provides near-term improvements to address immediate safety concerns. Proposed improvements include the installation of a pre-signal to stop motorists before the railroad tracks when a train is approaching, as well as a new “No Right Turn on Red” sign. A formal presentation was followed by time for attendees to ask questions and provide comments. Summary The community’s primary concerns were 1) whether the improvements sufficiently improve safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians, 2) potential property impacts to neighbors, and 3) how the project can improve safety and visibility of bicyclists crossing through this intersection. It was generally agreed that 1) the proposed design concept will improve safety, but more immediate improvements like ‘quick-build’ changes should be evaluated, and more extensive safety improvements could be accommodated in the proposed future railroad grade separation project. 2) There are no property impacts to adjacent residences, except for a location where the City has an existing easement in place. 3) Additional bike lane striping suggestions will be evaluated and incorporated where possible. Item 6 Attachment C - Community Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 259 of 1165 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Community Meeting #1 October 28, 2025 Page 2 of 6 24054_SUM_ComMtg#1 © copyrighted 2025 Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. Questions and Comments Received (responses are in non-italicized text) • (After project implementation) Can motorists who intend to turn right and are stopped behind the tracks proceed forward on a red light after the gate arms go up? o No. This will be clarified with a new “No Right Turn on Red” sign. • What is the cost of this project? o Design is approximately $400K to $500K, and construction is currently estimated at $4M to $5M. The project is located within both City right-of-way (ROW) and Joint Powers Board (JPB)/Caltrain ROW and will be jointly implemented by the two agencies, with funding provided through Caltrans. • Why or how does this project qualify for Section 130 Funding? What is the purpose of this project? o The Section 130 program provides funding for elimination of hazards at highway-rail at-grade crossings. JPB evaluated train and vehicle volumes, geometric factors, pedestrians, buses and hazmat vehicles, and incident history and identified this intersection as a location that could benefit from hazard reduction. This project was not initiated by the City. However, through this program, the City would be able to address immediate safety concerns and bring the project up to current standards. • The pre-signal will be an improvement, but can there be an additional physical barrier to prevent people from circumventing the railroad gate arms? o Caltrain has a separate, but related, effort in evaluating changes to the gate arms. The gate arms are in JPB/Caltrain ROW, so the City does not have jurisdictional authority to specify the gate arm design. • Can traffic markings be added to designate a queueing area for eastbound bicyclists between the tracks and Alma Street? o This would need to be coordinated with and approved by Caltrain, but Caltrain may have concerns with bicyclists overflowing into the tracks if this queue space is formalized with traffic markings. • Can a bike box be added for westbound Charleston Road to allow motorists to have better visibility of bicyclists who are continuing along Charleston Road? o Bike boxes are typically used at through-left lanes to allow bicyclists turning left to queue in front of cars and connect to bicycle lanes on the receiving roadway. At Charleston Road, the outer lane is a through-right lane, not a through-left lane, and Alma Street does not have bicycle lanes. A bike box at this location is not recommended. • Is there bicyclist detection at this intersection? o Yes, there is video detection on the east side and a detection loop on the west side. • Can bike lane markings extend through the train track area? o This would need to be coordinated with and approved by Caltrain, as it is within Caltrain ROW. • Was changing the eastbound through-right lane to a right turn-only lane considered? o This was evaluated, but there is a lower right turn demand here than at Churchill Avenue. Based on the traffic volumes, striping the eastbound approach with a shared left-through and a right-turn only lane would likely result in longer queues and unbalanced lane utilization, especially during the AM and PM commute hours and is not recommended. • Electronic “No Right Turn on Red” signs are more visible. Can they be installed here? Item 6 Attachment C - Community Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 260 of 1165 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Community Meeting #1 October 28, 2025 Page 3 of 6 24054_SUM_ComMtg#1 © copyrighted 2025 Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. o There are prescribed uses for these electronic signs, but this can be further evaluated. There are currently electronic signs installed in both directions on Alma Street. • Are there any potential quick-build projects for the intersection that could be completed prior to these proposed improvements? o Caltrain has a quick build trial project at another location that involves the installation of glue-down posts. Caltrain has installed sentry posts at Churchill Avenue, which has been effective in detecting if someone is on the tracks and informing the train operator in advance. Caltrain has also evaluated the installation of anti-trespass panels, which are mats with 6” tall protrusions to deter pedestrian encroachment into the tracks. Quick-build options would need to be coordinated with and approved by Caltrain. • Can bike striping be extended along Charleston Road on the north side of the intersection of Park Boulevard? The roadway alignment shifts at this location, so this would be helpful for visibility of bicyclists. o This will be evaluated. • Why is the B-C crosswalk not parallel to the Y-Z? o The crosswalk is aligned with the curb ramp, and the curb ramp location was shifted to allow for a longer, less steep pedestrian path of travel. The improvements will make this location ADA-compliant. • Can there be stop bars? o Stop bars are proposed, as shown on the plans. • Charleston Road residents are concerned about potential road widening impacting their homes. The project would benefit from additional clarification about the project limits, about the lack of right-of-way encroachment on neighbors, and how the project will improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians. Attendee was glad to learn that the project will not impact residential properties. Attendee recommends the project team connect with Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD). o The project will be presented to the City/School Safety Committee in early 2026. • Please keep the B-C stop bar alignment as shown and do not stagger the stop bars. Staggering the stop bars obstructs visibility of oncoming Charleston Road through traffic for right-turn motorists. o Noted. Item 6 Attachment C - Community Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 261 of 1165 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Community Meeting #1 October 28, 2025 Page 4 of 6 24054_SUM_ComMtg#1 © copyrighted 2025 Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. Project Limits Preliminary Concept Enlargement Item 6 Attachment C - Community Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 262 of 1165 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Community Meeting #1 October 28, 2025 Page 5 of 6 24054_SUM_ComMtg#1 © copyrighted 2025 Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. Q&A Session Notes Item 6 Attachment C - Community Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 263 of 1165 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Community Meeting #1 October 28, 2025 Page 6 of 6 24054_SUM_ComMtg#1 © copyrighted 2025 Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. The information above is Callander Associates’ understanding of items discussed at the meeting. Callander Associates is proceeding with the project based on this understanding. Submitted by: Melinda Wang Melinda Wang Callander Associates cc: All attendees Item 6 Attachment C - Community Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 264 of 1165 www.callanderassociates.com BURLINGAME GOLD RIVER RENO SAN JOSE 1633 Bayshore Highway, Suite 133 12150 Tributary Point Drive, Suite 140 275 Hill St, Suite 260 2025 Gateway Place, Suite 285 Burlingame, CA 94010 Gold River, CA 95670 Reno, NV 89501 San Jose, CA 95110 650.375.1313 916.985.4366 775.787.2828 408.275.0565 Recreate Educate Live+Work Connect Sustain March 24, 2026 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PABAC) Meeting Date: March 3, 2026 Time: 6:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Attendees: City of Palo Alto (City): Ruchika Aggarwal ruchika.aggarwal@paloalto.gov Rafael Rius rafael.rius@paloalto.gov Ria Lo ria.lo@paloalto.gov City of Palo Alto Committee Members (PABAC): (attendance not noted) Alan Wachtel Art Liberman Bill Zaumen Bruce Arthur (Chair) Cedric le la Beaujardiere Eric Nordman Jane Rosten Ken Joye (Vice Chair) Nicole Rodia Paul Goldstein Penny Ellson Robert Neff BKF Engineers (BKF): Jason Mansfield jmansfield@bkf.com Jason Yee jyee@bkf.com Callander Associates (CA): Marie Mai mmai@callanderassociates.com Melinda Wang mwang@callanderassociates.com The purpose of this virtual meeting was to present the project and receive feedback on the concept plan by the Committee. Summary The Committee’s primary concerns were whether bike lane striping or other demarcation could be carried through the rail crossing to separate vehicles from bicyclists and if there was sufficient visibility to the pre-signal and traffic lanes. It was noted that CPUC design guidelines do not support demarcation of space for cyclists separate from vehicles. The change in Item 6 Attachment D - PABAC Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 265 of 1165 Meeting Summary Charleston Road/ Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements RE: PABAC Meeting March 3, 2026 Page 2 of 2 24054_SUM_CCMtg.docx © copyrighted 2026 Callander Associates Landscape Architecture, Inc. geometry between the stop line and crosswalk, addition of the pre-signal, and inclusion of high-visibility crosswalk markings should improve overall visibility. Questions and Comments Received from Committee members (staff/consultant responses are in non-italicized text) Does the change in geometry between the stop line and crosswalk improve sight lines? A west-bound cyclist may not see vehicles in the Alma south-bound right-turn only lane until very late. Yes, the increased distance should help improve visibility. Is the omission of green bike lanes around the rail tracks intentional? They could help vehicles maintain their distance from cyclists. Yes, including bike lanes around the tracks would not be consistent with CPUC design guidelines. How easy will it be for cyclists to follow the pre-signal? It will be easier; there will be a new, more visible signal arm. Will right-turn-on-red be restricted in both directions? Yes. What is the material in the raised islands adjacent to the curb ramps – is it dirt? No, it’s a paved surface. Will the crosswalks be high visibility? Yes, this change has been made to the design. Can the edge of the vehicular lane be marked to help define space for cyclists? No, this would not be consistent with CPUC design guidelines. Does the cross-hatched area (at Churchill) help deter people from waiting in there? Yes, CPUC has data that supports the conclusion that the cross-hatching helps deter people. Consider improvements at E. Meadow as a potential future project. E. Meadow is not included in this project. The information above is Callander Associates’ understanding of items discussed at the meeting. Submitted by: Marie Mai Callander Associates Item 6 Attachment D - PABAC Meeting Summary Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 266 of 1165 NEW ROADWAY STRIPING AND MARKINGS BY CITY Item 6 Attachment E - City and JPB Limits of Work Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 267 of 1165 SLURRY SEAL BY CITY AREA STRIPING AND MARKINGS BY JPB CONCRETE BY CITY JPB LIMIT OF STRIPING AND TRAFFIC MARKING WORK SLURRY SEAL CONCRETE SIDEWALK AND CURB RAMPS NEW ROADWAY STRIPING AND MARKINGS BY CITY Item 6 Attachment E - City and JPB Limits of Work Item 6: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 268 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2604-6272 TITLE Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit the City’s Prohousing Designation Program Application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. CEQA Status: Not a Project. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that City Council adopt a resolution (Attachment A) authorizing the City Manager to submit the City’s Prohousing Designation Program application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) upon completion of the required 30-day public comment period and after making any necessary adjustments to the application materials in response to public comments received. BACKGROUND The City of Palo Alto is applying for a Prohousing Designation from the HCD through the Prohousing Designation Program (PDP), established under Government Code section 65589.9. The Program recognizes and rewards jurisdictions that go above and beyond State housing law by enacting prohousing local policies in areas such as favorable zoning and land use, streamlined permitting, cost reduction, and financial subsidies for affordable housing. Designated jurisdictions receive meaningful benefits, including: Additional scoring points or preferences in competitive HCD grant programs, including the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) program, the Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) program, and the Local Housing Trust Fund program; Eligibility to apply for the Prohousing Incentive Program (PIP), which has issued Notices of Funding Availability totaling approximately $56 million since 2022; and Public recognition as a State partner in addressing California's housing crisis. As of March 2026, 74 California jurisdictions had earned a Prohousing Designation, including several of Palo Alto's closest Peninsula neighbors — Mountain View, Los Altos, Redwood City, Item 7 Item 7 Staff Report Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 269 of 1165 and Sunnyvale. Pursuing designation now is consistent with regional momentum and positions Palo Alto to compete more effectively for State housing funding alongside peer jurisdictions. ANALYSIS Item 7 Item 7 Staff Report Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 270 of 1165 Once the application is received, HCD has 60 calendar days to complete its review and provide preliminary feedback on the application. Most reviews continue through an iterative process, in which HCD works with City staff to make additional revisions to the application. The length of time to receive final HCD approvals will depend on the scope, quality, and timeliness of any recommended revisions. The program is not competitive and any jurisdiction that meets the threshold requirements outlined in the application and earn 30 or more points on the Self- Scoring Sheet may expect to receive the Designation. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Notice of the PTC public hearing was published in the local newspaper (Daily Post) on May 15, 2026 Draft application materials posted online and available in person at the Development Center for a minimum 30-day public comment period beginning May 18, 2026 Online submission form for public comments available for at least 30 days starting on May 18, 2026 Community info and listening session held on May 20, 2026 (hybrid, translation available) Planning and Transportation Commission study session held on May 27, 2026, at which public comment was received (hybrid, translation available) Comments received through the online submission form, community meeting and PTC study session will be documented and included with the final application Item 7 Item 7 Staff Report Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 271 of 1165 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 7 Item 7 Staff Report Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 272 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 0290011_20260513 Resolution No. _____ A Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Authorizing Application to and Participation in the Prohousing Designation Program WHEREAS, Government Code section 65589.9 established the Prohousing Designation Program (“Program”), which creates incentives for jurisdictions that are compliant with state housing element requirements and that have enacted Prohousing local policies; and WHEREAS, such jurisdictions will be designated Prohousing, and, as such, will receive additional points or other preference during the scoring of their competitive Applications for specified housing and infrastructure funding; and WHEREAS, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) has adopted regulations (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) to implement the Program (“Program Regulations”), as authorized by Government Code section 65589.9, subdivision (d); and WHEREAS, the City of Palo Alto (“Applicant”) desires to submit an Application for a Prohousing Designation (“Application”). NOW, THEREFORE, the Council of the City of Palo Alto does hereby RESOLVE as follows: 1. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department. 2. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it is currently in compliance with applicable state housing law. 3. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it will continue to comply with applicable housing laws and to refrain from enacting laws, developing policies, or taking other local governmental actions that may or do inhibit or constrain housing production. Examples of such local laws, policies, and actions include moratoriums on development; local voter approval requirements related to housing production; downzoning; and unduly restrictive or onerous zoning regulations, development standards, or permit procedures. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that the Prohousing Policies in its Application comply with its duty to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing pursuant to Government Code sections 8899.50 and 65583. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its general plan is in alignment with an adopted sustainable communities strategy pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21155- 21155.4. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its policies for the treatment of homeless encampments on public property comply with and will continue to comply with the Constitution and that it has enacted best practices in its jurisdiction that are consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments” (June 17, 2022, update). Item 7 Attachment A - Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit the Prohousing Designation Program Application Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 273 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 0290011_20260513 4. If the Application is approved, Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to participate in the Program, and all amendments thereto (the “Program Documents”). 5. Applicant acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the Application; the terms and conditions specified in the Program Documents; the Program Regulations; and any and all other applicable law. 6. The City Manager is authorized to execute and deliver the Application and the Program Documents on behalf of the Applicant for participation in the Program. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager Item 7 Attachment A - Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Submit the Prohousing Designation Program Application Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 274 of 1165 1 City of Palo Alto Prohousing Designation Application Materials for Public Review Posted on May 18, 2026 Online: PaloAlto.gov/ProhousingApplication In-Person: Palo Alto Development Center at 285 Hamilton Ave. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 275 of 1165 2 Program Information, Application Overview & Guidelines for Public Review and Comments About the Prohousing Designation Program The Prohousing Designation Program (PDP) is a State program administered by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The Prohousing Designation Program (PDP) seeks to acknowledge and support jurisdictions that go above-and-beyond state housing law to help accelerate housing production. Jurisdictions are required to complete an application that documents that the jurisdiction meets the programs requirements, and specifically that it has housing policies in place that meet scoring criteria across four key categories. These categories are: • Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use • Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes • Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs • Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies HCD has allocated 1 to 3 points for various types of policies and programs in each of these categories. Jurisdictions may also earn additional points for certain Enhancement Factors. Jurisdictions must earn at least 30 points to receive the Designation. For scoring criteria and enhancement factor details please see pages 8-15 in this document or see pages 7-13 in the following document: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/sites/default/files/docs/planning-and- community/prohousing-designation-program-application.docx A jurisdiction with a Prohousing Designation may receive priority processing or funding points when applying for several funding programs, including Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC), Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG), Transformative Climate Communities (TCC), Solutions for Congested Corridors (SCCP), Local Partnership Program (LPP), Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP), and Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Program (STPG). Receiving a Prohousing Designation also allows jurisdictions to apply to the Prohousing Incentive Program. PIP is designed to reward local governments with additional funding to accelerate affordable housing production and preservation. Learn more about the program at https://www.hcd.ca.gov/planning-and-research/prohousing. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 276 of 1165 3 Application Overview The Prohousing Designation application consists of 7 appendices. City staff recommend that public review and comments focus on Appendices 2, 3, 5 and 7. These appendices contain the majority of the City’s unique application information. Information that will be added later has been noted by Staff in red/yellow. • Appendix 1: Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program • Appendix 2: Proposed Policy Completion Schedule • Appendix 3: Self-Scoring Sheet • Appendix 4: Examples of Prohousing Policies with Enhancement Factors • Appendix 5: Homeless Encampment Response • Appendix 6: Diligent Public Participation Checklist • Appendix 7: Additional Information and Supporting Documentation Appendix 1 will be completed using HCD’s resolution template. This may be viewed here: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/sites/default/files/docs/planning-and-community/prohousing- designation-program-formal-resolution.pdf. City Council is expected to consider this resolution, which authorizes the City Manager to finalize and submit the City’s application materials, in June 2026. Appendices 2 and 3 provide details on the City’s prohousing policies, both enacted and proposed, to support HCD in their evaluation on Palo Alto’s eligibility for the program. City staff has removed the sample scoring sheet included in HCD’s application materials from this public review draft to avoid potential confusion. Appendix 4 is a reference document for applicant use and does not require public review. For those interested in viewing this appendix, please see pages 22-23 in the following document: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/sites/default/files/docs/planning-and-community/prohousing- designation-program-application.docx Appendix 5 is a structured template that applicants are required to complete in order to confirm that the treatment of homeless encampments within the jurisdiction is consistent with USICH’s “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments.” Appendix 6 provides a checklist to confirm that a Diligent Public Participation Process was conducted. City staff will complete this following the conclusion of the public review and comment period. For those interested in viewing this appendix, please see page 26 in the following document: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/sites/default/files/docs/planning-and- community/prohousing-designation-program-application.docx Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 277 of 1165 4 Appendix 7 includes additional information and supporting documentation for the application, particularly for appendices 2 and 3. In addition to the above appendices, staff will also complete and include the following forms as part of the required application materials: • Application Checklist • Application Information • Certificate and Acknowledgement • Legislative Information • Threshold Requirements Checklist Drafts of these forms are included in this document for public review and comment. Guidelines for Public Review and Comment The draft application materials included in this document should be reviewed within 30 days of Monday May 18, 2026. If substantial edits are made to the application materials on or before June 17, 2026, the comment period will be extended by 7-days. Community members are encourage to provide written comments on these materials using the online comment form at PaloAlto.gov/ProhousingApplication. Community members are also encouraged to provide oral comments at one of the following public meetings, both located at Palo Alto City Hall (250 Hamilton Avenue): • Community Info and Listening Session Wednesday May 20, 2026 in the Community Meeting Room from 4:00 to 5:00 PM • Planning and Transportation Commission Study Session Wednesday May 27, 2026 in Council Chambers starting at 6:00 PM Oral or written comments related to the Appendix 1 resolution may be provided in writing in advance of the June 15, 2026 City Council meeting or during the public comment period for this meeting which will begin at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall. Written comments may be sent via email to City.Council@PaloAlto.gov or mailed to the following address: Office of the City Clerk: City Hall, 7th Floor, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Thank you for your interest in the City’s application materials. Draft application materials and key reference information begin on the next page of this document! Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 278 of 1165 Application Checklist Yes No Application Information ☒ ☐ Certification and Acknowledgement (to be completed by City Manager before ☐ ☐ ☒☐☒☐ Designation Program is included in the application package. (See Appendix 1 for the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing (to be added after June 15 Council meeting) ☐ ☐ Appendix 2 ☒☐ Appendix 3 ☒ ☐ Addressing Encampments is completed. (See Appendix 5 for a ☒ ☐ was conducted. (See Appendix 6 for the template.) (to be checked off once ☐ ☐ Additional information and supporting documentation (Applicant to provide as Appendix 7.) ☒ ☐ Application Information Applicant (Jurisdiction): City of Palo Alto Applicant Mailing Address: 250 Hamilton Ave City: Palo Alto ZIP Code: 94301 Website: PaloAlto.gov Authorized Representative Name Jonathan Lait Authorized Representative Title: Planning and Development Services Director Phone: (650) 329-2679 Email: jonathan.lait@paloalto.gov Contact Person Name: Julia Knight Contact Person Title: Senior Program Manager Phone: (650) 838-2839 Email: Julia.Knight@PaloAlto.gov 41 5 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 279 of 1165 CERTIFICATION AND ACKNOWLEDGMENT As authorized by the Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program (Resolution No. ), which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference as if set forth in full, I hereby submit this full and complete application on behalf of the applicant. I certify that all information and representations set forth in this application are true and correct. I further certify that any proposed Prohousing Policy identified herein will be enacted within two (2) years of the date of this application submittal. I acknowledge that this application constitutes a public record under the California Public Records Act (Gov. Code, § 6250 et seq.) and is therefore subject to public disclosure by the Department. Signature: __________________________________________ (to be completed by City Manager before submission) Name and Title: ______________________________________ (to be completed by City Manager before submission) Date: _______________________________________________ (to be completed by City Manager before submission) Legislative Information State Assembly District State Senate District 6 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 280 of 1165 Threshold Requirements Checklist The applicant meets the following threshold requirements in accordance with Section 6604 of the Regulations: The applicant is a Jurisdiction. ☒☐ The applicant has adopted a Compliant Housing Element. ☒☐ The applicant has submitted or will submit a legally sufficient Annual ☒ ☐ The applicant has completed or agrees to complete, on or before the relevant statutory deadlines, any rezone program or zoning that is necessary to remain in compliance with Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(1), and 65584.09, subdivision (a), and with ☒ ☐ The applicant is in compliance, at the time of the application, with applicable state housing law, including, but not limited to those included in Government Code section 65585, subdivision (j); laws relating to the imposition of school facilities fees or other requirements (Gov. Code, § 65995 et seq.); Least Cost Zoning Law (Gov. Code, § 65913.1); Permit Streamlining Act (Gov. Code, § 65920 et seq.); and provisions relating to timeliness of CEQA processing by local governments in Public Resources ☒ ☐ The applicant further acknowledges and confirms that its treatment of homeless encampments on public property complies with and will continue to comply with the constitutional rights of persons experiencing homelessness and that it has submitted a one-page summary to the Department demonstrating how the applicant has enacted best practices in their jurisdiction related to the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments,” ☒ ☐ The applicant has duly adopted and certified, by the applicant’s governing body, a Formal Resolution for the Prohousing Designation Program, which is hereby incorporated by reference. (A true and correct copy of the resolution is included in this application package.) (to be completed after June 15 ☐ ☐ 7 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 281 of 1165 Scoring Criteria Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use greater of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with fourplexes) by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 162, of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total and income category. These points shall not be awarded if the applicant earns three points pursuant to Category (1)(A) above. These additional sites must be identified in the Jurisdiction’s housing element adequate sites inventory, consistent with Government Code section 65583, subdivisions (a)(3) affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements (Gov. Code, § areas beyond the requirements of state Accessory Dwelling Unit Law, (Gov. Code, §§ 65852.2, 65852.22) (e.g., permitting more than one converted ADU; one detached, new construction ADU; and one JADU per single-family lot), and in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 192, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). These policies shall be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B). as authorized by Government Code section 65852.2; adopting vehicular parking ratios that are less than the relevant ratio thresholds at subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of Gov. Code section 65915, subdivision (p)(1); or adopting maximum parking requirements at or less than ratios development in a range of types, including, but not limited to, large family units, Supportive Housing, housing for transition age foster youth, and deep affordability targeted for Extremely Low-Income Households in all parts of the Jurisdiction, with at least some of the zoning, other 8 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 282 of 1165 affordable housing development in higher resource areas shown in the TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, and with the Jurisdiction having confirmed that it considered and addressed potential environmental justice issues in adopting and implementing this policy, especially in areas with mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial). Qualifying non-residential zones do not include open space provisions or land use designation methods to promote greater development intensity. Potential areas of focus include floor area ratio, height limits, minimum lot or unit sizes, setbacks, and allowable dwelling units per acre. These policies must be separate from any Government Code section 65620, or a Housing Sustainability District, as developments to include housing affordable to and reserved for low- and very low-income households, consistent with the requirements of this section that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing 9 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 283 of 1165 Scoring Criteria Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes types, including, for example, single-family, multifamily and mixed-use streamlined, program-level CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents. project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions as authorized by applicable law, (e.g., Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21155.1, 21155.4, 21159.24, 21159.25; Gov. Code, § 65457; Cal Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 15303, 15332; Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21094.5, 21099, 21155.2, complete. Policies under this category must address all approvals affordable to Lower-Income Households. minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that design standards with objective development and design standards that contact where entitlements are coordinated across city approval functions (e.g., planning, public works, building) from entitlement application to certificate of occupancy. 10 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 284 of 1165 2M Limitation on the total number of hearings for any project to three or fewer. Applicants that accrue points pursuant to category (2)(E) are not quantifiably decrease production timeframes or promote the Scoring Criteria Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs 3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower-Income Households. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable housing impact fees, and commercial linkage fees). 3 3B Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved ADU/JADU 2 3C Adoption of other fee reduction strategies separate from Category (3)(A), including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable impact fees and commercial 1 3D Accelerating innovative housing production through innovative housing types (e.g., manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, park models, community ownership, and other forms of social housing) that reduce 1 3E Measures that reduce costs for transportation-related infrastructure or programs that encourage active modes of transportation or other alternatives to automobiles. Qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, publicly funded programs to expand sidewalks or protect bike/micro-mobility lanes, creation of on-street parking for bikes, transit-related improvements, or establishment of carshare programs. 1 11 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 285 of 1165 3F Adoption of universal design ordinances pursuant to Health and Safety 1 3G Establishment of pre-approved or prototype plans for missing middle housing types (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) in low-density, 1 3H Adoption of ordinances that reduce barriers, beyond existing law, for 1 3I Other policies not described in Categories (3)(A)-(H) of this section that 1 12 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 286 of 1165 Scoring Criteria Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies 4A Establishment of a housing fund or contribution of funds towards 2 4B Establishment of local housing trust funds or collaboration on a regional housing trust fund, which include the Jurisdiction’s own funding contributions. The Jurisdiction must contribute to the local or regional housing trust fund regularly and significantly. For the purposes of this Category, “regularly” shall be defined as at least annually, and “significant” contributions shall be determined based on the impact the contributions have in accelerating the production of affordable 2 4C Demonstration of regular use or planned regular use of funding (e.g., federal, state, or local) for preserving assisted units at-risk of conversion to market rate uses and conversion of market rate uses to units with affordability restrictions (e.g., acquisition/rehabilitation). For the purposes of this category, “regular use” can be demonstrated through the number of units preserved annually by utilizing this funding source. 2 4D Provide grants or low-interest loans for ADU/JADU construction 2 4E A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, § 54220 et seq.) and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to Lower Income Households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write-downs, or 2 4F Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool that, to the extent feasible, directly supports housing developments in an area where at least 20 percent of 2 4G Prioritization of local general funds to accelerate the production of 2 4H Directed residual redevelopment funds to accelerate the production of 1 13 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 287 of 1165 4I Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source sufficient to facilitate and support the development of housing 1 4J Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. This point shall not be awarded if the applicant earns two points pursuant to 1 4L Providing subsidies for housing affordable to Extremely Low-Income Households. 1 4M Other policies not described in Categories (4)(A)-(L) of this section that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial resources for 1 14 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 288 of 1165 Scoring Criteria: Enhancement Factors The Department shall utilize enhancement factors to increase the point scores of Prohousing Policies. An individual Prohousing Policy may not use more than one enhancement factor. Each Prohousing Policy will receive extra points for enhancement factors in accordance with the chart below. 1 The policy represents one element of a unified, multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use, access to public transportation, housing affordable to Lower-Income 2 2 Policies that promote development consistent with the state planning priorities pursuant to Government Code section 65041.1. 1 3 Policies that diversify planning and target community and economic development investments (housing and non-housing) toward place- based strategies for community revitalization and equitable quality of life in lower opportunity areas. Such areas include, but are not limited to, Low Resource and High Segregation & Poverty areas designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps, and disadvantaged communities pursuant to Health and Safety Code 1 4 Policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of Lower-Income Households and conserving existing 1 5 Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities. 1 6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development impacts on or from 1 7 Zoning policies, including inclusionary housing policies, that increase housing choices and affordability, particularly for Lower-Income Households, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas, as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity 1 8 Other policies that involve meaningful actions towards Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing outside of those required pursuant to Government Code sections 65583, subdivision (c)(10), and 8899.50, including, but not limited to, outreach campaigns, updated zoning 1 15 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 289 of 1165 Appendix 2: Proposed Policy Completion Schedule City of Palo Alto Proposed Policy Completion Schedule Category Number Proposed Policy Dates Completion 1B The City proposes increasing FAR from 0.45 to 1.75, reducing setbacks, and relaxing daylight plane requirements for several R-1 neighborhoods near transit starting July 1, 2026. These standards are most likely to yield smaller housing projects of 4-6 units to serve as on June 1, 2026 and is likely to move forward with an ordinance to upzone these low-density residential areas at that time. related to innovative housing solutions, staff, based on the direction from the Planning and Transportation Commission, has begun evaluation of micro-housing and senior housing. These housing types differ in physical form, operational characteristics, and target populations, but share common policy goals related to affordability, efficient land use, and housing diversity. ordinance to Council for consideration by the end of 2026. 275.3-acre San Antonio Road Corridor that measurably supports the acceleration of housing in Palo Alto. Council on March 10, 2025 and is anticipated to be completed by June 2028. adopt objective development standards for the South of Forest Area Coordinated Area Plan (SOFA CAP), an approximately 50-acre area near the downtown. The Council priority also includes presenting plan amendment options to replace existing subjective standards with these new objective standards. This priority is consistent with Housing Element Program 3.7 which seeks to develop objective standards for the SOFA. consideration of SOFA CAP and/or municipal code amendments by the end of 2026. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 290 of 1165 Appendix 3: Self-Scoring Sheet City of Palo Alto Self-Scoring Sheet Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points Permitting missing middle housing uses (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones in a manner that exceeds the requirements of SB 9 (Chapter 162, Statutes of 2021, Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21, 66411.7). The City proposes increasing FAR from 0.45 to 1.75, reducing setbacks, and relaxing daylight plane requirements for several R-1 neighborhoods near transit starting July 1, 2026. These standards are most likely to yield smaller housing projects of 4-6 units to serve as missing middle housing. City Council will discuss this item on June 1, 2026 and is likely to move forward with an ordinance to upzone these low-density residential areas at that time. This policy focuses on upzoning in neighborhoods with existing transit, parks, office spaces, neighborhood services, retail and dining options, promoting residential development in Location Efficient Communities. This Enhancement Factor 5 2026 Staff Report 3 Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities. 1 4 1D Density bonus programs that allow additional density for additional affordability beyond minimum statutory requirements (Gov. Code, § 65915 et seq.). Palo Alto has local alternatives to the State Density Bonus program that offer increases in density far exceeding what is achievable with State Density Bonus. Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.14.020 establishes an El Camino Real Housing Focus Area with enhanced development standards. Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.14.040 establishes the City’s Affordable Housing Incentive Program, or AHIP. The El Camino Real Housing Focus Area designates a stretch of El Camino Real for particularly high density. A residential FAR of 4.0 is permitted, representing a more than 500% density bonus over the base commercial service (CS) zoning for many sites. In exchange for this generous allowance, developers must provide 20% of total units at rates affordable to lower income households. The AHIP extends similar benefits to numerous zoning Affordable Housing Incentive Program 18.14.020 Housing Element Opportunit y Sites and Focus Areas 2 Zoning policies, including inclusionary housing policies, that increase housing choices and affordability, particularly for Lower- Income Households, in High Resource and Highest Resource 1 3 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 291 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points CD(C) zone, the North Ventura NV zones, the California Avenue CC(2) zone, the CN and CS zones along El Camino Real, various residential RM zones, the CS zone along San Antonio Road and in the GM/ROLM Focus Area in West Bayshore. AHIP also applies to all Housing Element Opportunity Sites and to properties (other than shopping centers) zoned CD, CN, CS and CC within a ½ mile of a ¼ mile of a high-quality transit corridor. The AHIP increases the maximum FAR for 100% affordable projects to 2.4 FAR. This represents 140% increase for higher density zones like the RM-40 and Downtown Commercial (CD-C) districts and a 380% increase for lower density RM-20 and Neighborhood Commercial (CN) districts. These incentives are already being utilized by housing developers. For example, the City approved a housing project with 368 units at 3150 El Camino Real in July 2025. This project utilized the Focus Area zoning incentives and benefits to achieve a 4.0 FAR. The base zoning for this site would have allowed a 0.6 FAR. The City anticipates receiving another application utilizing Focus Area zoning for 3400 El Camino Real in Summer 2026. The above policies qualify under Enhancement Factor 7 because they increase housing choices and affordability in high and highest resource areas. Palo Alto consists almost entirely of high or highest resource areas with only one census tract that is considered a moderate- resource area—Census Tract 5046.01. See attached designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps. 1G Zoning or incentives that are designed to increase affordable housing development in a range of types, including, but not limited to, large family units, Supportive Palo Alto has developed several policies enacted or proposed to increase affordable housing development in a range of types, including large family units, micro- housing and senior housing solutions. Housing Element Program 6.2A provided direction to staff to research and implement incentives to encourage larger units, such as FAR exemptions for three or more bedroom units, and creation of family-friendly design and Proposed City Council Staff Report on PHZ Affordability Requirements; Staff reports for 44 Encina Avenue and 800 Footnote 1 in Table 6 of Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.14.030: See Table 2 in PHZ staff 2 7 Zoning policies, including inclusionary housing policies, that increase housing 1 3 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 292 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points transition age foster youth, and deep affordability targeted for Extremely Low- Income Households in all parts of the Jurisdiction, with at least some of the zoning, other land use designation methods, or incentives being designed to increase affordable housing development in higher resource areas shown in the TCAC/HCD Opportunity Map, and with the Jurisdiction having confirmed that it considered and addressed potential environmental justice issues in adopting and implementing this policy, especially in areas with existing industrial and polluting uses. analysis and Planning and Transportation Commission public hearing and feedback, the City Council approved modifications to the Housing Incentive Program (HIP) ordinance, including a provision incentivizing larger units that can accommodate families by allowing density/floor area ratio increases for "family-friendly units" consisting of three or more bedrooms. As a result, the Housing Incentive Program as codified in Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.14.030 offers a 0.5 FAR increase for projects which include at least 10% of units with three or more bedrooms. The HIP program is available in numerous zoning districts and locations citywide, including: Downtown – CD(C) zone, North Ventura - NV zones, California Avenue – CC(2) zone, El Camino Real – CN or CS zones, various residential areas – RM zones, San Antonio Road (Middlefield to East Charleston) – CS zone and the GM/ROLM Focus Area in West Bayshore. Many of the areas eligible for the HIP are high or highest resource areas. Additionally, the City’s Planned Home Zone (PHZ) generally requires 20% of units to be affordable but offers weighted value calculations for units with deeper levels of affordability to incentivize the provision of very- low and low income units. PHZ projects may be proposed citywide, including in the City’s many high and highest resource areas. Recent projects have utilized these incentives, such as 800 San Antonio Road which provided fewer overall affordable units but at more deeply affordable levels. 44 Encina Avenue has also proposed a 158 unit project, including 20% affordable units, through the PHZ process. In order to implement Housing Element Program 6.5 B related to innovative housing solutions, staff, based on the direction from the Planning and Transportation Commission has begun evaluation of micro-housing and senior housing. These housing types differ in physical form, operational characteristics, and target populations, but share common policy goals related to affordability, Road Antonio Road staff report; 44 Encina Avenue staff report; Alternate Housing Solutions Staff Report; Ordinance 5650; Opportunit y Map attached affordability, particularly for Lower- Income Households, in High Resource and Highest Resource areas, as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 293 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points bring a draft ordinance to Council for consideration by the end of 2026. The City is committed to considering and addressing potential environmental justice issues in adopting and implementing this policy. The above enacted and proposed citywide programs and policies qualify under Enhancement Factor 7 because they increase housing choices and affordability in high and highest resource areas. Palo Alto consists almost entirely of high or highest resource areas with only one census tract that is considered a moderate-resource area—Census Tract 5046.01. See attached opportunity 1H Zoning or other land use designation methods to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial). Qualifying non-residential zones do not include open space or substantially similar zones. Housing Element Program 3.4A-D committed the City to extending the Housing Incentive Program to additional zoning districts to facilitate housing production. In March 2025, City Council adopted Ordinance 5650 to meet this specific objective. Today, all of the City’s commercial zones allow mixed- use housing at minimum and allow exclusively residential in many cases, such as on housing inventory sites or in housing focus areas. The GM/ROLM zone districts in areas of planned growth have also been rezoned to encourage housing by providing additional residential density and improved development standards. There are numerous examples of the City working with housing developers to deliver housing in non-residential zones. In 2026, the City approved a fully residential development with 145 units in the ROLM district at 2100 Geng Road. In 2025, the City approved a 368 unit multi- family apartment at 3150El Camino Real in the Commercial Service (CS) zoning district. In April 2026 City approved a 335-unit project at 3606 El Camino that would be delivered across 7 parcels with spanning multiple zoning areas, including CS (Service Commercial), CN (Neighborhood Commercial), RM-30 & RM-40 (Multifamily Residential) zoning. In 2025, the City Municipal Code 18.14.030; Ordinance 5650 1 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 294 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points project at 3265 El Camino Real as a PHZ on a site that had been zoned CS. 1I Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions or land use designation methods to promote greater development intensity. Potential areas of focus include floor area ratio, height limits, minimum lot or unit sizes, setbacks, and allowable dwelling units per acre. These policies must be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B) above. Palo Alto has modified development standards and other applicable zoning provisions to promote greater development intensity through several different housing policies. The Housing Incentive Program upzones numerous residential and mixed use/commercial areas throughout the city, with significant increases in FAR up to 3.5, far in excess of what is available under State Density Bonus. These standards are found in PAMC section 18.14.030. The El Camino Real Focus Area and GM/ROLM Focus Area provide additional upzoning options for housing along key growth corridors for the City. The planned community rezoning process also allows for increased density and relaxed development standards in exchange for public benefits, such as more BMR and/or reduced income levels (deeper affordability). Specifically, On February 3, 2020, Council unanimously endorsed using Planned Housing Zoning (PHZ) for housing and mixed-use housing projects to help spur housing production. In exchange for deviation from certain standards as allowed under the rezoning, if approved by Council, the project must include at least 20% of the housing units as deed restricted for lower income households. Additionally, Palo Alto's SB 9 implementation, enacted through Ordinance 5645, exceeds state law by eliminating the per-unit floor area maximum that would otherwise constrain SB 9 projects. Housing Element Program 6.3 committed the City to raising the per-unit floor area cap from 800 to 1,200 square feet for SB 9 projects yielding three or more detached units on a single-family lot. Council exceeded that commitment by deleting the per unit square footage maximum altogether (former PAMC 18.42.180(e)(6)). Unit size limitations are one of the most significant practical Action Minutes; ordinances Municipal Code 18.14.030; Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.14.020; Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.38.060; February 3 2020 Actio n Minutes; Ordinance 5645 1 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 295 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points to develop family-sized homes or units that pencil financially. Removing the cap entirely directly promotes increased development intensity and makes SB 9 projects more financially feasible and attractive to homeowners. Program 6.3 further commits the City to refining objective design and development standards based on real-world application experience. 1L Other zoning and land use actions not described in Categories (A)-(K) of this section that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing Production. The City is undertaking a major area plan effort for the 275.3-acre San Antonio Road Corridor that measurably supports the acceleration of housing in Palo Alto. Initiated by City Council on March 10, 2025 and anticipated to be completed by June 2028, the San Antonio Road Area Plan will establish an integrated land use and transportation strategy to guide development in the corridor. Key objectives include expanding housing, improving mobility, providing open space, strengthening commercial nodes, upgrading infrastructure, and advancing sustainability. The plan will set policies, standards, and guidelines implementing the City's Comprehensive Plan and Housing Element, building on related efforts including the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan, Safe Streets for All Action Plan, and Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan. The plan area includes 53 Housing Element Opportunity Sites with capacity for 1,559 units, including 614 designated for lower-income households. Staff is also studying broader land use scenarios that could significantly exceed this baseline — as of March 2026, the area plan policies and associated zoning changes are estimated to support between 3,800 and 7,400 units at full buildout. This category meets the Enhancement Factor 5 requirements by supporting residential land use intensification through rezoning in a location efficient Website, Staff Reports and Memos 2025 Project Update Staff Report; March 2026 Plan Alternative s Memo; Project Webpage 1 Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities. 1 2 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 296 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points proximity to public transit, parks, employment centers and more. Acceleration of Housing Production through the establishment of streamlined, program- level CEQA analysis and certification of general plans, community plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents. Palo Alto supports accelerated housing production through stream-lined, program-level CEQA analyses and comprehensive (general) plan and specific plan certifications. In compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was prepared for the North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan, supplementing the 2030 Comprehensive Plan EIR. When new projects in the plan area undergo discretionary review by the City, the Supplemental EIR may be used for their environmental analysis. The San Antonio Area Plan is currently under development and is expected to have a similar programmatic EIR that future projects may tier off of. The Draft Environmental Impact Report is expected to be developed during Phase 4, which is expected to run from November 2026 to June of 2027. The final environmental impact report is expected to be adopted in January of 2028. The City also currently has a programmatic EIR for the San Antonio Housing Incentive Program area that covers 18 parcels. A mixed-use project with 167 housing units that spans two of these parcels (788 and 796 San Antonio Road) is currently under review and may tier off this programmatic EIR. A 197-unit project proposed at 762 San Antonio also falls within the programmatic EIR area. The City is preparing an addendum to the 788 San Antonio Mixed Use Project and Housing Incentive Program EIR to evaluate this proposed project’s potential impacts. The City is also reviewing a third housing project (175 units) within this programmatic EIR area at 800-808 San Antonio Road. The CEQA status for this project is pending but it may utilize the programmatic EIR. The City also regularly utilizes the City’s adopted Comprehensive Plan and associated Housing Element Addendum to support streamlining under CEQA Guidelines Section 15183. A recent example of this is the Element Ventura Coordinate d Area Plan; Housing Incentive Program Expansion EIR 2 2 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 297 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points to the enactment of AB 130, the City was relying on its Housing Element addendum to streamline many other housing projects including 3606 and 3781 El Camino 2C Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions as authorized by applicable law, (e.g., Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21155.1, 21155.4, 21159.24, 21159.25; Gov. Code, § 65457; Cal Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 15303, 15332; Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21094.5, 21099, 21155.2, 21159.28). The City utilizes categorical and statutory exemptions to streamline housing development. Recent examples include the following: 4345 El Camino Real (Class 32 Categorical Exemption); 2850 West Bayshore (Class 32 Categorical Exemption); 420 Acacia (Class 32 Categorical Exemption); 3150 El Camino Real (Section 15183 Exemption); 3980 El Camino Real (Class 32 Categorical Exemption), 3781 El Camino Real (AB 130 Exemption); 3606 El Camino Real (AB 130 Exemption). Exemption Reports; Zoning Code El Camino Real Categorical Exemption Report ; 2850 W. Bayshore Road Residential Project Class 32 Categorical Exemption Report; 420 Acacia Avenue Residential Project Class 32 Categorical Exemption Report ; 3150 El Camino Real CEQA Checklist; 3980 El Camino Real Categorical Exemption Qualificatio n Memorand 2 2 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 298 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points Absence, elimination, or replacement of subjective development and design standards with objective development and design standards that simplify zoning clearance and improve approval certainty and timing. On June 1, 2022, the City Council adopted a new Chapter 18.24 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code establishing Contextual Design Criteria and Objective Design Standards, replacing prior subjective design standards. This was a locally-initiated policy choice — not required by state law — rooted in years of analysis dating back to the 2018 Housing Work Plan, with the goal of reducing application processing times and development costs. The new standards work in tandem with the City's streamlined housing review processes under Chapter 18.77: projects that meet them benefit from more efficient and focused reviews, and those that cannot meet a given standard may utilize available waivers. Additionally, City Council has adopted a 2026 priority to develop and adopt objective development standards for the South of Forest Area Coordinated Area Plan (SOFA CAP), an approximately 50 acre area near the downtown. The Council priority also includes presenting plan amendment options to replace existing subjective standards with these new objective standards. This priority is consistent with Housing Element Program 3.7 which seeks to develop objective standards for the SOFA. The City is targeting City Council consideration of SOFA CAP and/or municipal code amendments by the end of / Proposed Municipal Code 18.24 ; Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.77.073 ; See line 10 in 2026 Council Priorities for details 1 1 2I Establishment of one- stop-shop permitting processes or a single point of contact where entitlements are coordinated across city approval functions (e.g., planning, public works, building) from entitlement application to certificate of occupancy. The City coordinates entitlements across all approval functions through a single point of contact and a unified permitting system from application through certificate of occupancy. The Development Center serves as the City's one-stop- shop, staffed by representatives from Planning, Building, Fire, Urban Forestry, and Utilities (Monday through Thursday in person, with virtual appointments available daily, typically within two business days). Single points of contact span the full project lifecycle: • Entitlements: The Current Planning team coordinates cross-department review and nt Center Homepage and Hours; Appointme nt Booking System.; Accela Citizen Portal 1 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 299 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points meetings so applicants can address questions with all departments in one setting. • Building permit through certificate of occupancy: A Building project coordinator manages cross-department coordination. All permits are processed in Accela, a single central permitting system integrated with Digeplan for electronic plan review. Reviewers from every department comment directly in the system, and the public portal lets applicants track status, view plans, pay fees, and schedule inspections. 2J Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs or multifamily housing. Palo Alto prioritizes standalone J/ADU applications with a shortened initial review period of 14 days for standalone projects instead of the standard 30 day review period. Additionally, any resubmittals have a one week review until they are approved. When an ADU/JADU is combined with a project for a new home, the initial review is 30 days for both, then 14 days for resubmittals until they are approved. Palo Alto also offers a Master ADU permit program which serves to expedite future project reviews for homeowners that select a pre-approved ADU plan. The City approved its first master permit for a 434 square foot ADU with loft in April 2026 and is actively soliciting additional master permit applications from local Checklist and Online Dashboard U Permit Checklist; Housing Dashboard 1 1 2K Establishment of a standardized application form for all entitlement All entitlement applications use the same form completed and submitted via an online portal. Application Instructions and Link Instruction s 1 1 2L Documented practice of publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals on the Palo Alto has a documented practice of publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals online. Palo Alto Permit View is a web application that makes looking up and researching permit activity within the City of Palo Alto simple. All public users can search building, w 1 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 300 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points planning, and code enforcement activity by property address, date, or application type. 3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development with units affordable to Lower- Income Households. This provision does not include fees associated with the provision of housing affordable to Lower-Income Households (e.g., inclusionary in lieu fees, affordable housing impact fees, and commercial linkage fees). While not required by state law, Palo Alto has proactively codified development impact fee exemptions for 100% affordable housing projects in Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 16.58.030. Several recent 100% affordable housing projects have benefited from this exemption, including: 3001 El Camino Real (130 units), 3265 El Camino Real (55 units) and 525 East Charleston (50 units). Ordinance 5645 was passed in January 2025 to realign development impact fees for ADUs larger than 750 sq. ft. to utilize a per-square-foot methodology with the goal of reducing the fee applied to larger ADUs. ADUs and JADUs represent a critical form of naturally occurring affordable housing in our community due to their compact size (570 square feet on average as of 2025). ADU fee adjustments and waivers incentivize their continued production (currently over 100 units per year). The Palo Alto Municipal Fee Schedule also enables a Planning Application Fee Waiver for 100% Affordable Housing Projects. While the current language in the fee schedule suggests some level of discretion, this waiver is granted to all 100% affordable housing projects in practice. The City is updating the language in the fee schedule that will be published in August 2026 to make this clearer. This policy is consistent with Housing Element Program 3.1A: “Amend the City’s municipal fee schedule to waive City staff costs associated with the processing of an affordable housing planning application, except for directly related consultant supported costs.” As noted in the certified Housing Element, this policy reduces application processing costs by approximately $20,000 per affordable housing application. This is a relatively new policy but it has been used. Most municipal fee schedule, ordinances Municipal Code 16.58.030; 2025 ADU Report; Ordinance 5645; 2026 Municipal Fee Schedule (see page 77); Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.14.020; Certified Housing Element 3 3 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 301 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points waiver of $27,250 for Alta Housing’s proposed 72-unit project on Lot T in April 2026. Additionally, for projects that utilize the El Camino Housing Focus Area standards, the City offers waiver of development impact fees for all Below Market Rate (BMR) units. 3150 El Camino Real (368 units total) recently benefited from this waiver for its BMR units, resulting in an approximately 20% reduction in overall 3B Adoption of policies that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 to reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs. Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff, technical assistance programs, and pre-approved ADU/JADU design packages. Palo Alto has been on the leading edge of ADU reform since 2018 and has consistently authorized greater floor area incentives. Currently, the City provides a bonus square footage allowance for ADU/JADUs that provides greater flexibility than the state in how these structure can be built in conjunction with additions to homes. The City allows for the bonus square footage to be shared between the two ADUs and JADU that is built on site, incentivizing multiple units without limiting the primary home’s development potential. The City also provides reduced front and street-side setbacks for the primary home when building an ADU at greater setbacks than what state law provides. The City allows non-conforming structures converted into an ADU/JADU to expand further into the setback than is permitted by state law. The City allows new homes to not provide covered parking to satisfy the primary home parking requirements if they build an ADU/JADU at the same time. The City provides bonus square footage to the primary home when building a JADU. The City also works hard to reduce barriers for property owners to creating ADUs by providing planning resources and priority permit reviews. Specifically, the City published an ADU handbook to assist homeowners in the design and planning process for ADUs in 2024 and updated it in 2025. Staff have prioritized standalone ADU permit reviews by reducing the review time on the initial review to 14 days and cutting that subsequent review time in half (at best reviewing a resubmittal the ADU handbook Handbook Palo Alto ; Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 18.09 2 2 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 302 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points Accelerating innovative housing production through innovative housing types (e.g., manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, park models, community ownership, and other forms of social housing) that reduce development costs. The City of Palo Alto has proactively invested in alternative housing types that reduce development costs and broaden access to shelter and stable housing for all residents. Here are three examples: 1. Homekey Palo Alto (Modular Interim Housing Shelter): Homekey Palo Alto is a first-of-its-kind modular interim housing shelter co-developed by the City of Palo Alto and LifeMoves, located at 1237 San Antonio Road. Entirely self-initiated by the City and not required by state law, the project demonstrates Palo Alto's commitment to deploying innovative construction methods to deliver shelter capacity quickly and cost- effectively. The facility features 88 modular rooms with ensuite bathrooms, on-site services, and spaces for counseling and vocational training. With a total project cost of approximately $37.2 million leveraged from state, county, local and philanthropic sources, Homekey Palo Alto is expected to serve 200 to 300 individuals annually, with LifeMoves providing intensive case management and housing search services on-site. 2. Safe Parking Program (Vehicle-Based Interim Housing): Palo Alto operates one of the most robust safe parking programs in the region. This initiative - also self- initiated and not required by state law - recognizes recreational vehicles and passenger vehicles as a legitimate form of interim housing. The program provides unhoused individuals with safe, legal places to park while connecting them with services and a pathway to permanent housing. The City supports a County- operated RV site at City-owned property at 2000 Geng Road and four congregation-based overnight sites for passenger vehicles. In January 2024, City Council adopted a Permanent Safe Parking Ordinance (ORD 5609), making the program a lasting part of the City's housing infrastructure with non-expiring permits and the ability to scale site capacity over time. On March 10, 2025, the Council approve a revenue agreement with Santa Clara County through September 2026 for documents, zoning code Project Overview;; Safe Parking Program Informatio n; March 2025 City Council Staff Report ; Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.14.060 1 1 2 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 303 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points Geng Road site; the City funds the additional spaces at approximately $266,162 annually. The Geng Road site serves an estimated 25 to 30 households each year. 3. Group Homes in All Residential Zones (Social Housing and Community Infrastructure): Palo Alto has amended its zoning code to allow group homes in all residential zones citywide. Group homes represent an important form of social housing. Group homes offer a cost- effective housing model where shared common areas, communal kitchens, and reduced per occupant space requirements meaningfully lower per-bed construction and development costs relative to conventional housing units. Eliminating parking minimums and reducing the land area required per occupant further compresses costs. By permitting group homes throughout all residential zones, the City ensures this lower-cost model is available across all neighborhoods, expanding access to affordable housing for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those in recovery without relying on conventional development economics. The City’s Safe Parking Program qualifies for Enhancement Factor 4 by providing a direct, community- driven solution that helps low-income households bridge the gap between housing instability and permanent housing. The City’s Safe Parking Program is locally initiated and was not developed in response to a particular State mandate. 3E Measures that reduce costs for transportation-related infrastructure or programs that encourage active modes of transportation or other alternatives to The City of Palo Alto's 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP), currently in its final adoption phase, is a comprehensive active transportation policy that directly supports the City's housing goals by reducing transportation infrastructure costs and providing viable non-automobile alternatives for residents of new and existing housing. The 2026 BPTP explicitly incorporates land use changes from Palo Alto's 2023–2031 Housing Element into its demand analysis, planning bicycle and pedestrian and Proposed Transportation Program Details; Draft Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan; Sustainability and Climate Action Plan; Municipal Code 18.52.045 Palo Alto Municipal Code 18.52.40; Final Draft of Bicycle 1 The policy represents one element of a unified, multi-faceted strategy to promote multiple planning 2 3 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 304 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points policies include, but are not limited to, publicly funded programs to expand sidewalks or protect bike/micro- mobility lanes, creation of on-street parking for bikes, transit-related improvements, or establishment of carshare programs. corridors. For example, the Plan identifies the San Antonio Road corridor—where the City is planning thousands of new housing units—as a priority area, calling for separated bikeways and sidewalk widening to serve future residents. Similarly, near-term projects include improvements to the University Avenue/Palo Alto Transit Center intersection specifically to enhance bicycle and pedestrian access to transit for new and existing downtown residents. A total of 25 bicycle projects (covering approximately 19 miles of the recommend bicycle network) and 24 intersection and crossing projects have been identified to initiate in the near-term (within 10 years). This includes separated bike lanes, bicycle boulevards, expanded on-street bike parking, enhanced crossings, and sidewalk & crossing improvements. These investments reduce future residents' dependence on automobiles, lowering household transportation costs and reducing the need for costly automobile infrastructure such as parking structures. By making walking, cycling, and transit connections safe and comfortable, the 2026 BPTP enables the City to support higher-density housing without proportional increases in automobile traffic or parking demand. The City also engages community members in the expansion of bicycle infrastructure through a public facing request system. Residents and businesses submit bicycle parking requests via the City's 311 program, directing installations to areas of demonstrated need. This approach increases on-street bicycle parking in commercial and residential areas citywide, improving active transportation infrastructure while supporting the City's sustainability and climate action goals Additionally, Palo Alto requires a 1:1 ratio of bike parking spaces to unit for residential developments of two or more units and allows existing parking facilities to replace up to 10% of automobile parking spaces with bike parking under certain circumstances. The City also partners with transit providers and others in the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) PATMA (see attached electronic document) Transportat ion Plan; 2022 Sustainabili ty and Climate Action Plan such as efficient land use, access to public transportatio n, housing affordable to Lower-Income Households, climate change solutions, and/or hazard mitigation. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 305 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points among those with financial need. PATMA offers free transit passes, pays solo car commuters to switch to more sustainable forms of transit and is currently piloting a program that gives free bikes/scooters to commuters who switch from solo car commutes to more sustainable forms of transportation. As of December 2024, the transit pass program served 300 commuters. These policies achieve Enhancement Factor 1 as key components of larger City efforts to promote compact, walkable, sustainable and transit-oriented communities. Together with the policies and programs in the City’s Sustainability and Climate Action Plan, these policies aim to make smart, sustainable transportation choices easy, 4E A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, § 54220 et seq.) and that makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible percentage of units affordable to Lower Income Households. A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write-downs, or below- market land leases. The City has a comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (SLA) and makes publicly owned land available for affordable housing development. The City owns several surface parking lots (mostly in the downtown area) that can be redeveloped to replace and add parking while creating new housing opportunities, including affordable housing. Housing Element Program 1.4 commits the City to redeveloping these parking lots to provide approximately 290 units of affordable or workforce housing, using a phased approach. The first phase of this work began with a Request for Interest in 2023 and result in the City entering into an exclusive negotiating agreement with Alta Housing to develop affordable housing on City owned parking Lot T in the downtown area in June 2025. The Council also passed a resolution declaring Lot T Exempt Surplus Land in June 2025. Under Government Code Section 54221(f)(1), an Exempt Surplus designation is itself a Surplus Land Act compliance pathway when, as here, the use of the land is restricted to affordable housing development. By designating Lot T as Exempt Surplus for the express purpose of developing deed-restricted affordable units with Alta Housing, the City satisfied its SLA obligations while ensuring the land remains 9 in Certified Housing Element for Program details; Resolution No. 10238; June 2025 Staff Report ; October 2025 staff report 2 Rezoning and other policies that support intensification of residential development in Location Efficient Communities. 1 3 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 306 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points feedback to Alta on project design options in October 2025 during a public Study Session and Alta submitted a planning application for the project in January 2026. The design is scheduled for review by the Architectural Review Board in May 2026. The City expects to entitle approximately 72 affordable units on this site by August 2026. Lot T is intended to serve as a “proof of concept” project for similar future projects. The City plans to issue a Request For Proposals for additional affordable housing (up to 218 units) on one or more City-owned sites before the end of 2026 to advance the next phase of this comprehensive Housing Element program. This program qualifies under Enhancement Factor 5 by supporting high-density residential development in a Location Efficient Community. Lot T, like several of the other parking lots being considered for redevelopment, is situated within one-half mile of the Palo Alto Caltrain station, placing future residents within walking distance of one of the Peninsula's most active commuter rail stops and at the heart of a vibrant downtown that integrates housing, employment, retail, and neighborhood services. The surrounding area also offers convenient pedestrian and bicycle access to parks, schools, and cultural destinations. Palo Alto has invested significantly in active transportation infrastructure — including an extensive network of bike lanes, off-street paths, and pedestrian improvements — making it one of 4I Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source sufficient to facilitate and support the The City periodically issues Notices of Funding Availability (NOFAs) to deploy the funds in the Affordable Housing Fund. The most recent NOFA was issued in fall 2024 and resulted in a $5M award to the Charities Housing Project (approx. 130 affordable units) in January 2025. Budgets and fund balances were updated to reflect this award in November 2025. As of December 2025, the project was entitled and as of April 2026 the project had broken ground and was under construction. Funding Availability, Action Minutes Notice of Funding Availability, January 21, 2025 Actio n Minutes, November 3, 2025 Actio 1 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 307 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points affordable to Lower- Income Households. Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. This point shall not be awarded if the applicant earns two points pursuant to Category (4)(G). Palo Alto prioritizes general funds and similar funds to advance affordable housing solutions. In FY 2025, the City committed $4,944,710 in General Funds and Capital Improvement Funds to support the Homekey Project, an innovative interim housing project that is expected to open in 2026. The Capital Improvement Fund is equivalent to the General Fund Operating Budget, however, it is focused on capital investments, in particular general capital investments in Palo Alto that are not funded through enterprise or internal service fund activities. Homekey Palo Alto will be operated by LifeMoves who will provide intensive, customized case management for clients including counseling, employment and housing search services with the goal of paving a dignified path to self-sufficiency. The shelter is expected to serve over 200 individuals annually. Such interim housing solutions often provide critical support and stability to unhoused individuals and households as they search for permanent affordable housing solutions. Palo Alto and LifeMoves are proud to have received a $26.6M award from the State to support the delivery of 132-133 in the FY 2025 Budget Book for details 1 1 4K Providing operating subsidies for permanent Supportive Housing. Palo Alto consistently provides operating subsidies for permanent affordable housing and related support services through its local Community Development and Block Grant (CDBG) Program. This commitment is reflected in the CDBG Program’s Annual Action Plans. Due to CDBG program requirements, the City is restricted to allocating no more than 15% of its total annual allocation to these types of services. In FY 25, the City allocated $11,575 to Alta Housing for SRO resident support services for 131 residents, $28,247 to LifeMoves for case management at the Opportunity Center for 32 homeless or very low-income individuals, and $14,075 to the Silicon Valley Independent Living Center for case management for 21 very low income residents with 34-36 in FY 25 Annual Action Plan for project summaries; See pages 24-26 in FY 24 Annual Action Plan for project summaries See pages 132-133 in 1 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 308 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points Housing for SRO Resident Supportive Services for 131 residents, $23,636 to LifeMoves for case management for 350 homeless or very low-income individuals at the Opportunity Center and $16,500 to Silicon Valley Independent Living Center for case management services for 115 individuals with disabilities. Palo Alto made similar allocation commitments to these organization in FY 23 and FY 22. The City has also committed to provide $7,000,000 over 7 years in operating cost to support the Homekey project, an innovative interim housing project that is expected to serve over 200 individuals annually. This funding commitment will begin once the shelter opens, likely later this year. Operational funding is expected to support the provision of on-site case management, physical and behavioral healthcare, employment support, educational development, legal services, pet care and connections to permanent housing opportunities. This operational funding support is in addition to the $4,944,710 in General Funds and Capital Improvement Funds the City has also committed to the Book for operating cost details 4M Other policies not described in Categories (4)(A)-(L) of this section that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial resources for housing affordable to Lower- Income Households. The City has regularly allocated local Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to rehabilitate affordable housing over the years; therefore leveraging financial resources for housing affordable to lower- income households. In FY 22, FY 23 and FY 24, the City allocated $65,340, $73,135 and $73,585 respectively to Rebuilding Together Peninsula to preserve affordable housing by transforming homes through critical repairs and accessibility modifications, at no cost to the service recipient. This funding provides support to approximately 5 households each year. The majority of the low-income homeowners served are elderly/seniors and/or people with disabilities, who are physically and financially unable to maintain safe living conditions for themselves and their families. In 2025, the City allocated $404,800 in CDBG funds to rehabilitate 10 rental housing units at Alma Gardens, an 29 in FY 24 Annual Action Plan; See page 31 in FY 23 Annual Action Plan; See page 33 in FY 22 Annual Action Plan 1 4 Policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of Lower- Income Households and conserving existing housing stock that is affordable to Lower-Income 1 2 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 309 of 1165 Category Number & Policy Description or Proposed Type (e.g., resolution, Links to Documents Category Number & Points Points low-income households. The rehabilitation efforts funded focused on addressing existing health and safety concerns. This category qualifies for Enhancement Factor 4 in two ways. First, by allowing lower-income households to repair and remain in their homes within the City, therefore reducing the risk of displacement. Second, by rehabilitating affordable units to ensure they remain available housing resources for low-income households that might otherwise be displaced. The decision to allocate CDBG funds to these types of projects are city- driven. The City is not required by state law to spend Totals 32 9 41 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 310 of 1165 Appendix 5: City of Palo Alto Homeless Encampment Response Staff Note: HCD has advised staff that the 350 character limit does not apply. The Program requires applicants to confirm that its treatment of encampments on public property complies with and will continue to comply with the constitutional rights of persons experiencing homelessness. An application must include a one-page summary demonstrating how the applicant has enacted best practices in their jurisdiction related to the treatment of unhoused individuals camping on public property, consistent with the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness’ “7 Principles for Addressing Encampments (June 17, 2022). The following template and certification are included to help jurisdictions meet this threshold. • Principle 1: Establish a Cross-Agency, Multi-Sector Response to Encampments – Describe how system partners (name partners) work together to prioritize health and safety both for residents and unsheltered individuals. (350 characters max) Palo Alto and its partners, including Santa Clara County Office of Supportive Housing (Continuum of Care, contractual for safe parking and interim shelter operations), LifeMoves (contractual, outreach/case management), and other service providers, are committed to prioritizing the health and safety of both residents and unsheltered individuals. Palo Alto’s homeless population is largely unsheltered, living in vehicles. Encampments are unusual. Per the 2025 Point in Time (PIT) Count, there were 399 unsheltered and 19 sheltered in Palo Alto, with 73 percent of the unsheltered living in vehicles. As a result, the City’s homelessness support efforts focus on prevention and the creation of pathways to permanent housing. The City of Palo Alto’s homelessness support staff work in partnership with the County’s Office of Supportive Housing to try to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring, as described in Palo Alto’s recent gap analysis of housing and services for the unhoused. The City’s commitment to this issue is longstanding. On August 9, 2021, the City Council adopted a resolution endorsing the 2020-2025 Community Plan to End Homelessness. The 2020-2025 Santa Clara County Community Plan to End Homelessness, was jointly developed by representatives of community- based service organizations, local government, philanthropy, business, healthcare, and people with lived experience. The 2020–2025 Community Plan to End Homelessness serves as the roadmap for ending homelessness across Santa Clara County, including in Palo Alto, and is organized around three core strategies: o Strategy 1: Address the root causes of homelessness through system and policy change o Strategy 2: Expand homelessness prevention and housing programs to meet the need o Strategy 3: Improve quality of life for unsheltered individuals and create healthy neighborhoods for all. The City works continuously with its partners to address homelessness through these strategies. City staff meets monthly with the County Office of Supportive Housing, bimonthly with an Inter-City Unhoused Response Collaborative, and convenes a bimonthly homeless service providers group including Continuum of Care (CoC) representation. The City also Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 311 of 1165 funds safe parking through a revenue agreement with the County, and holds grant agreements with Move Mountain View ) Karat School.Project, Peninsula Healthcare Connection, and other providers serving unhoused Palo Altans. Additionally, the City funds a partnership for a County mental health clinician through the Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) to respond with City police officers to acute mental health calls to divert people to services instead of involuntary holds, when appropriate. When the City has encountered people sleeping on public property, it has almost always been limited to a single individual or household and the City has worked quickly with its established non-profit service partners to provide the necessary support and services to these unsheltered households or individuals. In such cases, the City of Palo Alto coordinates its encampment response across multiple departments and regional partners. Outreach through contracted provider LifeMoves is activated prior to any abatement action. The City's Assistant to the City Manager for Housing and Services for the Unhoused leads any additional coordination needed, working with Police, Public Works, and Human Services staff. This structure ensures that health, safety, and service needs of unsheltered individuals are addressed through coordinated, multi-sector response rather than enforcement alone. • Principle 2: Engage Encampment Residents to Develop Solutions – Describe street outreach efforts to engage with encampment residents to find alternative shelter, housing, and service options using the housing first approach before an existing encampment is closed. (350 characters max) The County, City of Palo Alto, and the local CoC coordinate efforts with other public agencies, nonprofits, grassroots community organizations, and community stakeholders to connect unsheltered households, including those living in encampments, to interim and permanent housing. However, the vast majority of unsheltered Palo Altans (73% in the 2025 PIT count) are living in vehicles on public streets around the City, not in situations that meet the Department of Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) definition of encampment. According to HCD, an encampment is any location where multiple individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness have established a place of residence, and where the ongoing presence and conditions of the site result in sustained or significant impacts to health, safety, public access, or infrastructure. On occasion, a small number of people are sheltering in tents, but these are often solo tents and very infrequently grouped in pairs. In practice, outreach is led by LifeMoves staff under contract with the City, using a trauma-informed, Housing First approach to proactively and regularly engage unsheltered individuals, assess their needs, and connect them to shelter, services, and housing pathways. Any future encampment closure would be preceded by sustained outreach engagement to ensure residents have been offered meaningful alternatives before abatement occurs. This effort and partnership are directly aligned with the Community Plan to End Homelessness to decrease the number of individuals living unsheltered in the region, through a coordinated effort to assess unsheltered individuals to determine their housing intervention, provide the offering of interim housing, and connecting people to pathways to permanent housing. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 312 of 1165 Santa Clara County Office of Supportive Housing has protocols in place to ensure providers meaningfully incorporate people with lived experience into the work. This approach means that even with the development of the new Community Plan to End Homelessness, the County has worked with cities, including Palo Alto, to ensure people with lived experience are on the Steering Committee and part of focus groups shaping the Plan, as well as employed by service providers operating within the CoC. In terms of outcomes associated with outreach and other related efforts, please see this report which includes relevant data: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/meetings/ItemWithTemplateType?id=11044&meetingTemplateT ype=2&compiledMeetingDocumentId=19053 • Principle 3: Conduct Comprehensive and Coordinated Outreach – Describe multidisciplinary connection strategies and linkages to resources and permanent housing solutions that is customized to individual needs. If applicable, describe how the jurisdiction uses the coordinated entry system to connect individuals to resources and permanent housing. (350 characters max) The City, our CoC, and other partners use a multidisciplinary approach to outreach to and connect individuals and families experiencing homelessness to resources and housing solutions. They use the Coordinated Entry system for referrals as well as data entry and reporting, focusing on housing problem solving to help connect people to resources and stable housing. Palo Alto uses a multidisciplinary, trauma-informed approach to connect unsheltered individuals and families to resources and permanent housing solutions tailored to individual needs. Key access points include outreach efforts by LifeMoves, Peninsula Healthcare Clinic , Karat School Project, and Move Mountain View , with both mobile/street outreach and at known locations where individuals can engage with services and begin the referral process. Outreach and engagement are grounded in trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing, with an emphasis on treating each person with dignity and respect, building trust over time, and supporting client choice and self-determination. Through this approach, providers assess each household’s needs and connect individuals to a range of services, including shelter, health care, food, hygiene services, benefits enrollment, case management, and housing problem-solving. The City and its partners also coordinate across multiple systems to address barriers to stability, including connections to Stanford University Medical Center for health-related needs, Social Security for income and benefits, and Second Harvest for food assistance, as needed. Palo Alto and its partners use Santa Clara County’s Coordinated Entry System as the primary pathway for assessment, referral, prioritization, and connection to interim and permanent housing opportunities. Through coordinated outreach, referrals, and case conferencing, providers help individuals and families access the services and housing resources most appropriate to their circumstances, with the goal of achieving stable, long-term housing outcomes. • Principle 4: Address Basic Needs and Provide Storage – Describe efforts to meet basic needs, health, safety, and access to storage (timeframes) for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness while creating clear pathways to permanent housing. (350 characters max) Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 313 of 1165 Through its contracted providers, Palo Alto uses a low-barrier, person-centered, and housing-focused approach to meet the basic needs, health, safety, and property access needs of people experiencing unsheltered homelessness while creating clear pathways to permanent housing. The City of Palo Alto supports the County and the local Continuum of Care (CoC) in helping to meet the basic needs of people experiencing homelessness, ensuring they meet the Santa Clara Countywide Quality Assurance Standards for Homeless Housing & Service Programs (QAS) The City funds a competitive grant program of over $900,000 per year for organizations that provide human services, and current grantees provide basic needs services including counseling, shelter, food assistance, case management, and community-based health services. The City also helps fund services at the Opportunity Services Center, located in Palo Alto, which serves as a key access point for showers, laundry, mail, case management, health services, and storage for personal belongings. These investments reduce immediate health and safety risks, support stabilization, and create regular opportunities for engagement and housing navigation. The Opportunity Services Center and partner providers deliver coordinated, trauma-informed services that connect individuals to shelter, benefits, medical care, food assistance, case management, housing problem-solving, and permanent housing resources. This multidisciplinary approach supports individualized service planning and creates clear linkages to Santa Clara County’s Coordinated Entry System for assessment, prioritization, referral, and connection to interim and permanent housing opportunities. To support health, safety, and accessibility, unhoused individuals may store personal belongings in lockers at the Opportunity Services Center. Lockers are available to clients on a low-barrier basis, and clients are encouraged to participate in case management services as part of ongoing engagement and stabilization. Recent locker improvements were supported through the City’s Emerging Needs Grant. Clients are assisted in obtaining a lock, locker access may be renewed every six months, and belongings may be retrieved during operating hours. Property is retained for 6 months to a year, and lower-level lockers are available for clients with ADA-related needs. Flyers and posted notices are used to communicate service access information and provide notice when cleanings occur. Overall, Palo Alto’s approach aligns immediate basic needs support with dignified, trauma-informed engagement and coordinated pathways to permanent housing. • Principle 5: Ensure Access to Shelter or Housing Options – Describe how low barrier resources to housing and supportive services are communicated to encampment residents. Include how strategies involve alternative measures to criminalization, focusing on service engagement and harm reduction. (350 characters max) Unhoused residents in Palo Alto have access to a variety of resources, including an overnight warming location; safe parking program, Opportunity Center support services and Homekey Palo Alto at 1237 San Antonio Road, an interim shelter for single adults and families. These local options are complemented by the broader Santa Clara County shelter network, operated in partnership with the County Office of Supportive Housing and accessible through the Here4You Hotline at (408) 385-2400. Local shelters, interim housing, and/or permanent affordable and/or supportive housing options Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 314 of 1165 include those in the table below, as well as comprehensive lists available in the City’s Housing Element. See Tables 2-21, 2-32, and 2-33, for lists of 12 affordable housing with senior units in Palo Alto and over 12 emergency shelters and 13 transitional housing facilities in Santa Clara County. Name Address Hotel de Zink Emergency Shelter (recently sunset in coordination with 2026 Homekey opening) (rotates monthly at congregation- based sites throughout Palo Alto) different times funded by Santa Clara County, City of Palo Alto, and private funders) Home Collaborative weather (rotates throughout Alto, private funders Alto (new in 2026) Antonio Road, Palo Alto and Families Homekey grant, Santa Clara County, City of Palo Alto, Private Center housing Palo Alto extremely low income residents Clara County, City of Palo Alto, grants, loans, and private Housing housing Palo Alto income families County, City of Palo Alto, Community Working Group, Enterprise Community Investment, JP Morgan Chase, Federal Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 315 of 1165 Bank, Housing Trust Silicon Valley, Opportunity Fund, Sobrato Apartments housing Alma St, Palo Alto income residents County, City of Palo Alto, tax credits, Santa Clara County Housing Trust, Sobrato Foundation, private Multifamily Project (pre- construction, housing and Rapid rehousing Camino Real, Palo Alto income residents and families County, City of Palo Alto, various other Place housing Charleston Road, Palo intellectual or developmental County, City of Palo Alto, tax Workforce Housing housing Avenue, Palo Alto classified staff from Santa Clara County and southern San Mateo County schools County, Meta, City of Palo Alto, San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund, Century Housing Corp, School Districts of Palo Alto, Los Altos, Mountain View and Foothill DeAnza Community Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 316 of 1165 Wilton Court Affordable housing Camino Real, Palo Alto intellectual or developmental County, City of Palo Alto, tax housing Camino Real, Palo Alto moderate income of Palo Alto Palo Alto communicates low-barrier housing and supportive service resources to unhoused neighbors through coordinated, field-based outreach, publicly available resource information, flyers, and direct referrals to community-based providers. The City maintains a public resource page at PaloAlto.gov/unhoused and connects individuals to hotline resources for mental health crisis response, domestic violence services, shelter referral, and food assistance. In addition, the City’s homeless outreach team maintains a consistent presence in public spaces and areas where unsheltered residents are present, allowing for repeated engagement, trust-building, and direct communication about available services and housing pathways. The City’s outreach and communication strategy is designed to support low-barrier access to shelter and supportive services. Staff and partner providers share information through in-person engagement, printed materials, and referrals to trusted service providers. Where available, referrals prioritize low- barrier options that may accommodate partners, pets, and personal belongings. Residents are also connected to hygiene services, food assistance, health care, case management, housing problem- solving, and Santa Clara County’s Coordinated Entry System for assessment, referral, and connection to interim and permanent housing opportunities. Palo Alto’s approach emphasizes alternative measures to criminalization by prioritizing trauma- informed outreach, voluntary service engagement, harm reduction, and connection to care over punitive responses. Outreach efforts focus on reducing immediate risks to health and safety, preserving dignity and self-determination, and creating practical, accessible pathways to shelter, supportive services, and permanent housing. This strategy helps ensure that encampment residents receive clear and repeated information about available resources and are offered meaningful opportunities to engage in services without unnecessary barriers. • Principle 6: Develop Pathways to Permanent Housing and Supports – Describe Housing First strategies emphasizing low barriers, a harm-reduction model, and services to support people obtaining permanent housing more efficiently. Identify efforts to align federal, state, and local funding/programs to provide clear pathways to permanent housing. (350 characters max) Palo Alto’s homelessness response is grounded in a Housing First, low-barrier, and harm-reduction framework that prioritizes rapid connection to permanent housing with the fewest possible preconditions. Consistent with countywide standards, programs work to reduce barriers related to sobriety, income, credit, rental history, prior justice involvement, behavioral health conditions, and participation in services. Participation in supportive services is encouraged but is not generally required Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 317 of 1165 as a condition of housing, and providers use ongoing engagement strategies to help people move from crisis to housing as quickly and safely as possible. The City aligns local, county, state, and nonprofit resources to create clearer pathways to permanent housing. At the local level, Palo Alto supports outreach, supportive services, and interim housing resources that connect people to Santa Clara County’s coordinated system of care. At the county level, coordinated entry, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, homelessness prevention, and other housing interventions help ensure that individuals can move from outreach and crisis response into longer-term housing opportunities. At the state and regional level, capital and operating investments expand the housing inventory and service capacity needed to make Housing First pathways functional. A strong example of this alignment is Homekey Palo Alto at 1237 San Antonio Road. This project is built on City land and funded by public, nonprofit and private partners. The City has also committed to providing $1 million in operating cost support for seven years, starting this year. The project demonstrates how multiple funding streams can be braided to expand low-barrier housing options and improve access to services, stabilization, and housing navigation. Measure A further strengthens these pathways by financing the development and preservation of affordable and supportive housing across Santa Clara County. This countywide housing production is a critical complement to local outreach, interim housing, safe parking, and service programs because it expands the permanent housing inventory needed for successful exits from homelessness. In this way, local engagement strategies and interim interventions are linked to a broader pipeline of permanent housing opportunities supported by county and state investments. There are demonstrable outcomes associated with this approach. Countywide data show substantial housing placements under the Community Plan to End Homelessness, including strong rates of exit from rapid rehousing and emergency shelter to permanent housing destinations. These outcomes indicate that Housing First-aligned programs, when paired with coordinated funding and systemwide performance management, can produce measurable progress toward permanent housing. At the same time, ongoing demand for services and limited affordable housing supply underscore the need for continued investment to reduce time-to-housing and expand permanent housing opportunities. • Principle 7: Create a Plan for What Will Happen to Encampment Sites After Closure – Describe plans for former encampment spaces (long-term solutions to prevent encampments from reoccurring). Include efforts to emphasize safety, accessibility, and inclusivity that improve infrastructure. Example: Communities can include curb cuts to increase mobility access and enhanced lighting to encourage safety. (350 characters max) Although the City of Palo Alto does not currently have encampments as defined by HCD, the City is prepared to respond to any encampment situation in a manner that prioritizes health, safety, and dignified transition. In the event of an encampment closure, the City would conduct a post-abatement site assessment to Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 318 of 1165 identify appropriate improvements and prevent re-establishment. Depending on the location, this may include coordinated conversations between departments regarding recommended site safety improvements, restored landscaping and regular maintenance, and ensuring proactive outreach directing community members to available public services and resources. The City would coordinate across Public Works, Parks, and community service providers to monitor former sites and ensure continued public access and usability. In general, the City strives to engage with neighbors to activate, share, and enjoy public spaces in a safe and inclusive manner that serves all community members. The City's investment in permanent affordable housing, interim shelter, and preventive services — including the Homekey Palo Alto facility — reflects a long-term strategy to reduce unsheltered homelessness and minimize the conditions that give rise to encampments in the first place. Certification and Authorization: Signature of Authorized Representative Date City manager to sign prior to application submittal. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 319 of 1165 Appendix 7: Additional Information and Supporting Documentation Please see following pages for supporting documentation. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 52 Packet Pg. 320 of 1165 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 53 Packet Pg. 321 of 1165 2024 Annual Report Three-Year Strategic Plan (FY 2026 - FY 2028) 2024 Commute Survey Submitted to the Palo Alto City Council and Finance Committee March 4, 2025 Prepared by: Palo Alto Transportation Management Association 855 El Camino Real #13A-200, Palo Alto, CA 94301 www.paloaltotma.org Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 54 Packet Pg. 322 of 1165 2024 Annual Report January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024 Submitted to the Palo Alto City Council Prepared by: Palo Alto Transportation Management Association 855 El Camino Real #13A-200, Palo Alto, CA 94301 www.paloaltotma.org March 2025 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 55 Packet Pg. 323 of 1165 Table of Contents Executive Summary .....................................................................................................................1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................2 About PATMA .............................................................................................................................2 PATMA’s Top Five Accomplishments in 2024 ..............................................................................3 PATMA Programs ........................................................................................................................5 Benefits of PATMA Programs ....................................................................................................10 Program Results ........................................................................................................................11 Testimonials ..............................................................................................................................14 Budget ......................................................................................................................................15 Conclusion ................................................................................................................................18 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 56 Packet Pg. 324 of 1165 Palo Alto Transportation Management Association 2024 Annual Report Executive Summary With leadership and financial support from the City of Palo Alto, as well as collaborative partnerships with regional transit agencies, local community -based organizations, and grantmaking organizations, in 2024, the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) delivered mode shift results efficiently and cost-effectively. PATMA’s sustainable transportation programs for workers – free train and bus passes, $5/day Bike Love bicycle commute incentive rewards, free refurbished bicycles, after-hour Lyft rides, and a new e-bike e-scooter pilot – in 2024, resulted in a reduction in demand for 312 parking spaces around town, 1,542,441 fewer vehicle miles traveled, and 603 fewer tons of greenhouse gas emissions. With these accomplishments, PATMA supported three of the 2024 Palo Alto City Council’s four priorities: economic development, climate change, and community health. Highlights of PATMA’s work in 2024 included: • Increased funding o Stability - City of Palo Alto restored PATMA’s budget which allowed expansion beyond University Ave Downtown and California Ave o Grant awards – PATMA won funding from VTA’s Transit Oriented Communities program, City of Palo Alto Utilities, Palo Alto Community Foundation, and the Starbucks Neighborhood Grant program o Fair market value of transit passes – Securing free Caltrain GoPasses (worth $4,200/year each) and reduced cost $169/year VTA passes (worth $1,080/year each) allowed PATMA to help more workers at a lower cost/user • Expanded geographic reach o Performed outreach at the Stanford Mall, along El Camino Real, at Midtown, and in South Palo Alto o In these areas, PATMA offered sustainable transportation programs, conducted the annual commute survey, and presented an e-bike and e-scooter pilot program • Small business support o Ahead of Caltrans’ El Camino Real repaving project where bike lanes will be replacing 220 on-street parking spaces, PATMA offered train and bus passes and refurbished bikes to workers who park on El Camino • Leveraged partnerships • A dramatic reduction in cost/user/month from $77 in Dec 2023 to $51 in Dec 2024 These developments lay a strong foundation for PATMA’s future mode shift work . Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 57 Packet Pg. 325 of 1165 2 | P a g e Introduction The Palo Alto TMA is a non -profit working to reduce single-occupancy vehicle (SOV) trips, traffic congestion, demand for parking and greenhouse gas emissions by delivering targeted transportation solutions that serve Palo Alto’s diverse range of employers, employees, visitors, and residents. Financial support for this work comes primarily from the City of Palo Alto’s University Avenue and California Avenue parking fund, and, starting in 2024, from the City’s General Fund. This funding allows PATMA to provide free transit passes, $5/day Bike Love rewards, refurbished bicycles, and late-night Lyft rides chiefly to low wage service sector workers in the commercial districts of Palo Alto. About PATMA Staff PATMA is a non-profit, staffed by ALTRANS TMA Inc., a firm specializing in transportation demand management (TDM). Staff providing on-going support for PATMA include: ● Justine Burt, Executive Director ● Sana Ahmed, Program Coordinator ● Stephen Blaylock, President, ALTRANS TMA Inc. ● Andrew Ridley, Chief Operating Officer, ALTRANS TMA Inc. Board of Directors In 2024, two long-serving board members (Philip Kamhi, the City’s Chief Transportation Official, and Brad Ehikian) stepped down and one new member (Steven Lee) joined. The City’s seat on the board will be filled by Interim Chief Transportation Official Lily Lim-Tsao until a permanent replacement is identified. A representative from the tech sector helped diversify our board whose members at the end of the year included: ● Cedric de la Beaujardiere, resident (Board Chair) ● Rob George, Philz Coffee (Treasurer and a founding board member) ● Shannon Rose McEntee, resident (Secretary) ● Lily Lim-Tsao, City of Palo Alto ● Sebastian Mafla, Sheraton ● Nathaniel Duncan, Patagonia ● Alejandra Mier, Coupa Café ● Steven Lee, Meta The PATMA board meets monthly on the third Thursday at 9:00am and efficiently works through one hour of agenda items. Nearly all board members regularly attend. The public is encouraged to join these virtual meetings . Meeting details and zoom links can be found on our Meetings page at https://www.paloaltotma.org/meetings-reports. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 58 Packet Pg. 326 of 1165 3 | P a g e New Mission and Core Values In 2024, PATMA staff and Board members updated PATMA’s mission and core values to be more aspirational and memorable. The new mission statement reads “Better commutes for everyone.” PATMA’s core values describe how our non -profit improves life for the workers and residents of Palo Alto: • Traffic and parking – reduce traffic congestion and demand for parking • Climate change – transition to a zero-emission transportation system • Equity – fair outcomes, treatment and opportunities for all • Local businesses – help local businesses attract and retain employees • Health – encourage community health Incorporating City of Palo Alto Priorities While the original motivation for the Palo Alto City Council to create PATMA w as to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce demand for parking downtown, each year, PATMA overlays the City Council’s stated priorities to guide its work. In January 2024, the City Council announced its priorities for the year: 1. Climate Change & Natural Environment - Protection & Adaptation 2. Community Health, Safety, Wellness & Belonging 3. Economic Development & Transition 4. Housing for Social & Economic Balance PATMA’s work supports three of these priorities: climate change, community health, and economic development. Regarding City Council’s priority of addressing climate change, PATMA helps reduce greenhouse gases from on-road transportation sources which are 51.7% of Palo Alto’s emissions, according to the City’s 2022 Greenhouse Gas Emissions inventory. Supporting City of Palo Alto’s Sustainability/Climate Action Plan (S/CAP) The City of Palo Alto set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2030 and to become carbon neutral by 2030. One S/CAP mobility goal relevant to PATMA regarding reducing greenhouse gas emissions is “increasing the mode share for active transportation (walking, biking) and transit from 19% to 40% of local work trips by 2030 .” The S/CAP focuses on launching effective programs for emissions reductions with the highest impact and lowest cost. PATMA’s programs help accomplish this goal as noted in the following section. PATMA’s Top Five Accomplishments The following were highlights of PATMA’s work in 2024. 1. Rebuilt the transit pass program from a Covid-induced low of 28 people served in May 2020 to a high of 300 in December 2024, exceeding pre-pandemic numbers. Figure 1 shows the number of PATMA-granted transit passes in circulation among Palo Alto workers over the past six years. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 59 Packet Pg. 327 of 1165 4 | P a g e Figure 1: Transit passes activated 2019 – 20241 2. Activated and distributed 197 Caltrain GoPasses from the Caltrain GoPass Donation Program. Likewise, 67 VTA Smartpasses were distributed to low wage service sector workers in 2024. 3. Received approval from transit agencies to continue distributing Caltrain GoPasses and VTA Smartpasses in 2025 to low wage service sector workers to help grow transit ridership. 4. Reduced 605 tons of greenhouse gas emissions 5. Started an e-bike and e-scooter pilot program with City of Palo Alto Utilities funding to develop case studies that will inspire other low wage service sector workers to consider active commutes. These activities demonstrate the power of partnerships with local and regional organizations as well as the trust PATMA has established with local business managers. 1 Note the drop of transit passes between Dec 2023 and Jan 2024. This is due to the fact that in 2023, PATMA started distribuing free annual Caltrain GoPasses instead of renewing and paying for Caltrain passes each month. In December 2023, about 100 workers had moved to different jobs outside of Palo Alto and did not renew their GoPasses for January 2024. 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 Ja n ' 1 9 Ma r ' 1 9 Ma y ' 1 9 Ju l ' 1 9 Se p ' 1 9 No v ' 1 9 Ja n ' 2 0 Ma r ' 2 0 Ma y ' 2 0 Ju l ' 2 0 Se p ' 2 0 No v ' 2 0 Ja n ' 2 1 Ma r ' 2 1 Ma y ' 2 1 Ju l ' 2 1 Se p ' 2 1 No v ' 2 1 Ja n ' 2 2 Ma r ' 2 2 Ma y ' 2 2 Ju l ' 2 2 Se p ' 2 2 No v ' 2 2 Ja n ' 2 3 Ma r ' 2 3 Ma y ' 2 3 Ju l ' 2 3 Se p t ' 2 3 No v ' 2 3 Ja n ' 2 4 Ma r ' 2 4 Ma y ' 2 4 Ju l ' 2 4 Se p ' 2 4 No v ' 2 4 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 60 Packet Pg. 328 of 1165 5 | P a g e Programs With funding from the City’s University Avenue Parking Fund, California Avenue Parking Fund, and General Fund, PATMA provides free Clipper Cards loaded with monthly or annual passes for Caltrain, VTA buses, SamTrans buses , and Dumbarton Transbay buses. PATMA also offers $10 credits for after-hours Lyft rides of less than five miles, refurbished bicycles at no cost to the recipient, and $5/day Bike Love rewards. During 2024, PATMA expanded outreach efforts to the Stanford Mall, throughout the length of El Camino Real, at Midtown, and in South Palo Alto. Service sector workers who receive transit passes work primarily in food service establishments, retail, and accommodation. Light office workers who receive transit passes or accrue Bike Love rewards include staff at Palo Alto’s banks, dental and medical offices, and professional firms such as accounting and law offices. Programs with income thresholds Train and bus passes Transit pass benefits are provided to employees earning less than $70,000 per year who work in the commercial areas of Palo Alto and who do not already receive employer-supported TDM benefits. Workers at the Stanford Research Park and Stanford University are ineligible for PATMA’s programs as these organizations have their own TDM programs. Pilot: E-bicycles and e-scooters With funding from the City of Palo Alto Utilities Department, in 2024 PATMA ran a pilot program to study e-bikes and e-scooters for active mobility commutes. Four pilot participants making less than $70,000/year received either an e-bike and safety equipment, or a 12-month e-scooter lease. The intent was to study how many times a week they used the e -bike or e- scooter, how many device miles they traveled, and understand supports and barriers to device use. The four participants in the 12-month pilot have realized the following benefits. Figure 2: E-scooter and e-bike pilot case studies Katrina uses an Unagi e-scooter to travel the first mile to the Santa Clara Caltrain station, folds it up and brings it onboard, then rides the last mile to work. During the week she often scooters to restaurants Downtown to grab lunch. But the big time savings comes when she leaves work. The e-scooter allows her to catch the train and get home in time to pick up her kids from school. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 61 Packet Pg. 329 of 1165 6 | P a g e Rickaya’s kids have scooters. Now that she also has an e-scooter she can keep up with them. After dropping them off at school, she rides off to meet either the Caltrain or a VTA bus. She folds up the Unagi e-scooter and brings it on, then scooters the last half-mile to work. Rickaya finds this a faster way to commute from Santa Clara given rush hour traffic or accidents on Highway 101 or 280. Antonio works at Patagonia and lives in Mountain View. Each morning, once he’s ready to leave for work, he looks at the time of the next Caltrain and the weather to figure out if he wants to bike to Caltrain or bike five miles to work. One handy feature of his Lectric folding e-bike is that it does not take up much space when folded, which makes it easier to store safely inside at home and at work. The benefits of the e- bike to Antonio are getting exercise and fresh air, relaxing on Caltrain, saving money on gas, and helping the environment. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 62 Packet Pg. 330 of 1165 7 | P a g e Dorothee teaches cooking classes at Taste Buds Kitchen in Midtown. She loves commuting to work from Menlo Park on her Lectric e-bike among the beautiful, tree-lined streets of Palo Alto. The fresh air and exercise energize her on the way to work. Refurbished bicycles In 2024, PATMA continued working with local non-profit Bike Exchange for a pilot program to provide seven refurbished bicycles and safety gear to essential workers. This pilot is open to workers making less than $70,000/year. Figure 3 shows several Palo Alto-based essential workers receiving their refurbished bicycles. Figure 3: Essential workers taking delivery of their “new” refurbished bikes Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 63 Packet Pg. 331 of 1165 8 | P a g e Lyft after-hours rides The Lyft after-hours program provides rides home to workers commuting less than five miles after transit stops running. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 64 Packet Pg. 332 of 1165 9 | P a g e PATMA programs without an income threshold Bike Love rewards The Bike Love smartphone app provides daily incentives for active mode first-mile commute trips to transit and active mode commutes between home and work, of $5/day up to $599 per year per commuter. Automated travel mode detection identifies eligible bike, e-bike, e-scooter, and e-skateboard trips. Eligibility is determined by trips that stop or start within geofences around 30 Caltrain stations and five commercial areas (Downtown, California Ave., Stanford Mall, El Camino Real, and Midtown). Incentive dollars are instantly redeemable at local merchants via reloadable Apple/Google Wallet Virtual Visa cards. Figure 4 shows the current geofences that mark commute destinations that earn workers rewards. This map includes all Caltrain stations, for workers who use a bike or e -scooter for first/last mile, as well as expanded commercial areas. Figure 4: Bike Love Geofence Boundaries In 2024, 35% of the transaction values of redeemed rewards happened in Palo Alto, in support of the City Council’s 2024 priority for economic development. The ability of Bike Love users to Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 65 Packet Pg. 333 of 1165 10 | P a g e redeem incentives at Palo Alto businesses helps keep dollars in the local economy. Figure 5 provides detail about where Bike Love users spend their reward funds. Figure 5: Where Bike Love Rewards Were Spent in 2024 All Palo Alto Mountain View Redwood City San Francisco San Carlos Sunny- vale Menlo Park Amazon or online Other cities Transactions value ($) 17,503 4,944 596 195 1344 110 231 2,570 3,586 3,927 Number of transactions 877 308 20 12 55 22 8 114 172 166 Source: Motion This information is gathered from merchant identification numbers where rewards are redeemed. For a quick overview video explaining the app, please visit Bike Love in 80 seconds (video). Benefits of PATMA Programs While PATMA programs save service workers money on their commutes, many other benefits of these programs accrue to local businesses, workers, City government, and Palo Alto residents. Businesses For business owners and managers, PATMA participation gives them a competitive advantage over similar businesses in nearby cities. Being able to provide transit passes to their employees helps shops, restaurants, and hotels attract and retain workers in competitive industries with high rates of staff turnover. Workers Workers who stop driving not only save money on variable vehicle costs such as gasoline, maintenance, and repairs, they also escape the stress of having to drive in traffic congestion. The workers who commute by active modes enjoy the benefits of exercise that allow them to arrive at work energized and refreshed. City of Palo Alto Municipal governments impact the wellbeing of residents and workers within the city’s boundaries, and PATMA’s programs on the City’s behalf reduce traffic congestion, free up parking spaces in commercial areas, and enhance the quality of life for residents by reducing the number of cars parked in neighborhoods. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 66 Packet Pg. 334 of 1165 11 | P a g e Program Results Results of the TMA’s program management, outreach, and program operation labor in Figures 6 – 12 depict the number of transit passes distributed, the cost per freed up parking space (cost/user), vehicle miles traveled avoided, and greenhouse gases reduced. Among all businesses served, Figure 6 gives a breakdown by business with the number of their employees in descending order who had an active train or bus pass from PATMA in December 2024. Figure 6: Number of Transit Passes Distributed by Employer in December 2024 Employer Transit Pass Count Sheraton/Westin 33 Nobu Hotel 16 Ettan 12 Whole Foods 10 Patagonia 9 Neiman Marcus 8 Walgreens 7 Coupa Cafe 7 Apple 7 Watercourse Way 6 Rangoon Ruby 6 Philz Coffee 6 Macy's 6 Crepevine 6 West Elm 5 The Palo Alto Inn 5 SkinSpirit 5 The Melt 4 Sephora 4 Peloton 4 Lytton Gardens (Front Porch) 4 Christine Hansen DDS 4 VIP Vein Treatment Clinic 3 True Foods Kitchen 3 Employer Transit Pass Count San Agus 3 Oren's Hummus 3 Lima Ruby Peruvian Restaurant 3 Hobee's 3 Glass Slipper Inn 3 Buca di Beppo 3 Avenidas 3 Yayoi 2 Wells Fargo 2 Webster House 2 Vizavoo Salon 2 Starbucks 2 Spring Spa 2 School of Rock 2 Restoration Hardware (RH) 2 Palo Alto Orthodontics 2 Palo Alto Oral and Maxillofacial surgery 2 Palo Alto Bicycles 2 Mollie Stone’s Market 2 McDonald’s 2 L&P Aesthetics 2 Kowa Ramen 2 Kindercare Day Care Center 2 Equinox 2 Curry Up Now 2 Employer Transit Pass Count Creamery 2 Coach 2 City of Palo Alto (interns) 2 Cardinal Hotel 2 Bright Horizons 2 Blue Bottle 2 Bloomingdales 2 Arya Steakhouse 2 Zola + Zola Bar 1 Zareen's 1 Xfinity 1 Wu Orthodontics 1 Williams Sonoma 1 Wetzel Pretzel 1 Victra 1 Trader Joes 1 The Real Real 1 TAVERNA 1 Tamarine 1 Tacolicious 1 Summit Bicycles 1 Sprinkles 1 Somi Somi 1 Smiles By Pai 1 Security Industry Specialists 1 Rooh 1 PIP Printing 1 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 67 Packet Pg. 335 of 1165 12 | P a g e Employer Transit Pass Count Palo Alto Bilingual Montessori Academy 1 Pacific catch 1 Nola Restaurant & Bar 1 Matroid 1 Lush Cosmetics 1 La Bodeguita del Medio 1 Kris Hamamoto DDS, Inc. 1 Khazana Palo Alto 1 Keen Garage 1 K. Minamoto 1 Employer Transit Pass Count Immersion Spa 1 Imaginemos Oruguitas 1 Guckenheimer: Palo Alto Club 1 Gott's Roadside 1 Gong Cha 1 Gardening 1 Fast Repair 1 Everything but Water 1 Everlane 1 Embarcadero Media Foundation 1 Dr. William Tseng 1 Employer Transit Pass Count Downtown Streets Team 1 Da Sichuan 1 Comfort Inn 1 Clement Hotel 1 City National Bank 1 Channing House 1 Caretaker (home in Palo Alto) 1 Cafe 220 1 Block Advisors 1 Bike Connection 1 Beyond Explorations 1 Grand Total 304 Figure 7 provides the number of transit passes PATMA distributed to businesses along El Camino Real (between Park Blvd and San Antonio Rd) by month. PATMA’s proactive transit pass outreach efforts were conducted along with Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition volunteers to help reduce demand for parking ahead of the Caltrans repaving and bike lane project in fall 2024. Figure 7: Transit Passes Distributed Along El Camino Real by Month in 2024 Month Caltrain VTA SamTrans Dumbarton Express Jan Feb Mar 12 Apr 1 1 May 1 Jun Jul Aug 2 Sep 3 1 1 1 Oct 3 10 1 Nov 6 2 1 Dec Total 14 26 4 2 PATMA’s marketing and outreach efforts throughout Palo Alto in 2024 resulted in the following impacts. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 68 Packet Pg. 336 of 1165 13 | P a g e Figure 8: Number of Commuters Diverted from Single-Occupancy Vehicles (average of three months) Program Q1 2024 Q2 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Transit passes 153 182 216.67 286.67 Bike Love (>12 rides/month) 13.33 15.33 14.67 10 Lyft 3.33 2.67 3.33 4 Total 169.67 200.0 234.67 300.67 Figures 9 and 10 show the average cost per month that PATMA paid to mode shift workers out of single-occupancy vehicles and into a sustainable transportation commute. The drop in monthly cost between December 2023 and December 2024 is partially attributable to the increased number of GoPasses Caltrain donated to PATMA and the highly discounted Smartpasses VTA sold to PATMA. Figure 9: Cost per User in 2023 Cost per user Jan '23 Feb '23 Mar '23 Q1 '23 Apr '23 May '23 Jun '23 Q2 '23 Jul '23 Aug '23 Sep '23 Q3 '23 Oct '23 Nov '23 Dec '23 Q4 '23 ANNUAL TOTALS Transit Pass Program $39.45 $50.29 $44.49 $44.74 $45.98 $39.87 $38.30 $41.38 $36.29 $39.10 $36.97 $37.45 $45.54 $49.40 $31.92 $42.29 $493.97 Bike Love $54.93 $69.97 $46.02 $56.98 $49.15 $53.16 $61.95 $54.75 $49.78 $72.12 $62.43 $61.44 $65.90 $74.84 $85.02 $75.25 $741.64 Lyft Program $106.99 $63.31 $86.42 $85.57 $86.89 $100.09 $116.25 $101.08 $107.95 $93.98 $79.12 $93.68 $63.62 $78.78 $112.74 $85.05 $1,099.67 Average cost/user $67.12 $61.19 $58.98 $62.43 $60.67 $64.37 $72.17 $65.74 $64.67 $68.40 $59.51 $64.19 $58.35 $67.67 $76.56 $67.53 $778.43 Figure 10: Cost per User in 2024 Cost per user Jan '24 Feb '24 Mar '24 Q1 '24 Apr '24 May '24 June '24 Q2 '24 July '24 Aug '24 Sept '24 Q3 '24 Oct '24 Nov '24 Dec '24 Q4 '24 ANNUAL TOTALS Transit pass subsidy $58.63 $56.07 $56.76 $57.15 $46.33 $50.77 $46.79 $47.97 $40.75 $38.86 $40.27 $39.96 $49.54 $19.69 $15.47 $28.23 $486.55 Bike Love $52.47 $0.00 $99.46 $50.64 $47.49 $0.00 $69.60 $39.03 $80.36 $65.73 $54.30 $66.80 $54.20 $67.84 $83.84 $68.63 $659.46 Lyft Program $86.54 $86.65 $69.47 $80.89 $85.35 $124.37 $78.04 $95.92 $94.98 $70.91 $70.00 $78.63 $42.17 $49.94 $54.67 $48.93 $870.62 Average cost/user $65.88 $47.57 $75.23 $62.89 $59.72 $58.38 $64.81 $60.97 $72.03 $58.50 $54.86 $61.80 $48.63 $45.82 $51.33 $48.60 $672.21 Figure 11 shows the number of avoided vehicle miles traveled as a result of PATMA’s programs. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 69 Packet Pg. 337 of 1165 14 | P a g e Figure 11: Avoided Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Program Q1 2024 Q2 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Transit pass subsidy 247,473.7 320,103.0 403,728.4 561,593.4 Lyft 250.4 211.9 239.1 195.8 Bike Love 2,179.4 2,408.2 2,205.9 1,852.1 Total 249,903.5 322,723.1 406,173.4 563,641.3 Adding up the four quarters, PATMA programs reduced vehicle miles traveled by 1,542,441. And finally, Figure 12 shows greenhouse gas emissions reduced as a result of programs. Figure 12: Greenhouse Gases Reduced (tons) Program Q1 2024 Q2 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Transit passes, Lyft and Bike Love 98.5 126.0 158.7 220.2 In 2024, PATMA’s work resulted in a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions of 603.4 tons. Testimonials Beyond the quantitative effect, PATMA also has a qualitative impact on workers in Palo Alto. The following feedback from employees of local businesses shows how much PATMA’s programs mean to the community. Here are some testimonials we received from retail, accommodations, and personal services establishments. • “I was able to ride the bus to work this morning and it was a lot of fun! Very efficient and saving me lots of gas money! I appreciate your efforts and this awesome program!” - DéBorah S. • “I love the ability to combine bicycling and Cal train and not rely at all on an automobile. And I am impressed by how the City of Palo Alto encourages and supports that.” - Dennis W. • “Estoy muy contenta con el servicio de PATMA. Gracias .” (I am very happy with PATMA’s service.) - Yuliana A. • “Being a part of the program really reduces my stress of commuting to work . I don’t drive because it will cost me too much money to drive back and forth versus taking the train. It really saves me stress and money.” – Ernestine T. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 70 Packet Pg. 338 of 1165 15 | P a g e • “Me gusta viajar en el Caltrain porque es comodo, llego a tiempo a mi trabajo, etc.” (I like to travel on Caltrain because it’s comfortable, I arrive to work on time, etc.) – Juana A. • “Es seguro y siempre llego temprano a mi trabajo.” (It’s safe and I always arrive on time for work.) - Nancy R. • “No issues! Happy with Caltrain.” – Spencer S. Budget The non-profit demonstrated program results which helped to grow its City funding allocation until 2020 when the pandemic altered commuting habits and parking fund revenues fell dramatically. Figure 13 shows the history of PATMA’s funding allotments since FY 2016. Figure 13: PATMA Funding Since Inception Since 2020, PATMA has worked hard to do more with less and build back the number of workers it supports with mode shift. Grant funding In 2024, PATMA applied for and received grants from four organizations to use for various purposes. • VTA Transit Oriented Communities - $24,550 for outreach and marketing along El Camino Real to encourage mode shift to VTA buses Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 71 Packet Pg. 339 of 1165 16 | P a g e • City of Palo Alto Utilities - $10,000 grant for e-bike and e-scooter pilot • Palo Alto Community Foundation - $5,000 unrestricted grant • Starbucks Neighborhood Grant - $1,000 used to purchase Starbucks gift cards to incentivize filling out PATMA’s commute survey These grants complemented City of Palo Alto funding. Figure 14 provides specific information about income sources and expenses by month. Figure 14: PATMA Income and Expenses in 2024 In Figure 14, the Executive Director’s tasks include program oversight, communications with stakeholders, finance and accounting activities, managing board meetings, maintaining 501c3 non-profit status, tax filing, and pursuing grant opportunities to diversify funding sources. The Program Coordinator’s labor involves updating the website, processing new transit pass requests, communicating about pass renewals, purchasing new passes, replacing lost passes, troubleshooting, and monitoring accounts. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 72 Packet Pg. 340 of 1165 17 | P a g e Figures 15 and 16 show relative income sources and expenditures. Note that the fair market value of Caltrain GoPasses ($827,400) and VTA Smartpasses ($50,105) in 2024 that PATMA received for free or at a fully discounted price respectively are not included in the income chart. Figure 15: Overview of 2024 Income Figure 16: Overview of 2024 Expenses Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 73 Packet Pg. 341 of 1165 18 | P a g e Conclusion In 2024, PATMA made great strides in mode shift and program cost effectiveness by working in close collaboration with a number of partners. Thanks to our colleagues at Caltrain and VTA, additional free Caltrain GoPasses and highly discounted VTA Smartpasses helped bring down PATMA’s cost/user. Grant providers supported PATMA with specific aspects of our mode shift work along El Camino Real and during the annual commute survey. Local and regional non-profits such as Bike Exchange, Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, Seamless Bay Area, and Palo Alto Forward either provided services, volunteers, or introduced PATMA to potential funders to grow our work. In addition, PATMA’s Board members provided valuable advice and conducted advocacy on PATMA’s behalf. All together, these collaborations have helped position PATMA to have an even larger impact reducing traffic, demand for parking, and greenhouse gas emissions in 2025. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 74 Packet Pg. 342 of 1165 Three-Year Strategic Plan July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028 Submitted to the Palo Alto City Council Prepared by: Palo Alto Transportation Management Association 855 El Camino Real #13A-200, Palo Alto, CA 94301 www.paloaltotma.org March 2025 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 75 Packet Pg. 343 of 1165 Table of Contents Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................. 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 1 Context ................................................................................................................................................... 2 PATMA Programs .................................................................................................................................... 5 Accomplishments .................................................................................................................................... 6 Three-Year Strategic Planning .................................................................................................................. 7 Workplan .............................................................................................................................................. 10 Budget .................................................................................................................................................. 10 Conclusion ............................................................................................................................................. 12 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 76 Packet Pg. 344 of 1165 1 PATMA’s Three Year Strategic Plan July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028 Executive Summary Each year, the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) conducts a Three-Year Strategic Plan with input from its Board of Directors. This plan provides a roadmap of goals, strategies, tactics, and objectives that ensure the non-profit will be able to help an increasing number of workers shift from driving single-occupancy vehicles to sustainable transportation modes. PATMA’s work supports local businesses with transportation demand management programs that help companies attract and retain workers: free transit passes, refurbished bicycles, rewards for active mobility commutes, and after-hours Lyft rides less than five miles. For the past five years, PATMA has been rebuilding from a pandemic-induced 90% drop in transit pass requests in early 2020 and in 2024 exceeded pre-pandemic numbers. In December 2024, PATMA’s programs resulted in a reduction of demand for 312 parking spaces which yields benefits every day, all year. Building on this success, this Strategic Plan details the following goals for the next three years. • Year 1: Scale up the number of transit passes; scale up the number of active mobility commuters traveling <3 miles • Year 2: Make it easier for commuters to access multiple sustainable commute modes; support active commutes <5 miles • Year 3: Leverage new technologies and programs to enable workers to commute without a personal vehicle In the next year, PATMA expects dramatic growth in the number of workers served by our mode shift work for several reasons. Contractually, PATMA is now able to offer programs beyond just Downtown and California Ave to most businesses throughout the commercial areas of Palo Alto. New findings from the 2024 Commute Survey provide insights about which sectors offer mode shift opportunities. PATMA has the ability to provide programs to workers at a higher income threshold. Caltrain and VTA have made a large number of free or highly discounted transit passes available. Starting in FY2025, the City restored PATMA’s baseline $400,000 budget which provided more resources to accomplish mode shift. These conditions enable growth in the number of workers served in the next year. Introduction The Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) is a non-profit leading efforts to reshape commute behaviors around town. Abundant mass transit, active mobility (bicycle, electric scooter, walking), on-demand ride hailing options, as well as trip planning and real time arrival apps are available to enable workers who live and work near major transit pipelines (Caltrain, VTA 22/522, SamTrans ECR, and the Dumbarton Express) to commute quickly and efficiently without Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 77 Packet Pg. 345 of 1165 2 needing to own a personal vehicle. In this spirit, PATMA provides information and incentives that encourage workers to shift out of their single-occupancy vehicles (SOVs) and into low-carbon transportation options. For the 12-month period ending December 31, 2024, PATMA programs resulted in a reduction in demand for 312 parking spaces around town, 1,542,441 fewer vehicle miles traveled, and 603 fewer tons of greenhouse gas emissions by providing free transit passes, $5/day Bike Love rewards, refurbished bicycles, and after-hour Lyft rides. There is potential for PATMA to free up more parking spaces and reduce more greenhouse gas emissions. The following Three-Year Strategic Plan, which is compiled each year for the next three years, lays out goals, strategies, tactics, and objectives for PATMA’s work supporting Palo Alto businesses and workers over the next three years. Context Several contextual elements inform this strategic plan, including the City of Palo Alto’s ambitious greenhouse gas emission reduction goals, the fact that on-road transportation contributes more than half of Palo Alto’s greenhouse gases emissions, the priorities the Palo Alto City Council sets each January, PATMA’s contract with the City of Palo Alto, and PATMA’s bylaws, among other considerations. Sustainability Climate Action Plan (S/CAP) The City of Palo Alto set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2030 and to become carbon neutral by 2030. One S/CAP mobility goal relevant to PATMA regarding reducing greenhouse gas emissions is “increasing the mode share for active transportation (walking, biking) and transit from 19% to 40% of local work trips by 2030.” Two sectors in Palo Alto already exceed the 40% metric. Data from PATMA’s 2024 commute survey found the following percentages of workers in four different work sectors in Palo Alto who were commuting by a mode other than driving a single- occupancy vehicle: • Service – 45% • Light office – 23% • Tech – 45% • Government – 28% To help realize the City’s S/CAP goal that 40% of work trips by 2030 be by transit or active mobility, PATMA plans to support each sector in different ways. The service sector - in retail, food service, and accommodation - has a high sustainable commute rate already but also high turnover. This is a sector whose employees served as frontline workers during the pandemic, that are price sensitive and have elastic demand for driving to work, and as a result is most open to PATMA’s sustainable commute mode shift programs. PATMA will continue offering programs to new service sector employees. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 78 Packet Pg. 346 of 1165 3 With PATMA’s new higher income threshold, PATMA will be able to serve more members of front office staff in the light office sector who have been just above PATMA’s old income threshold of $70,000/year. Finally, PATMA will support mode shift efforts at large tech companies and the City of Palo Alto by sharing annual commute survey findings, and in the case of tech companies, table at commuter fairs when requested. All of these efforts will help realize the City’s S/CAP goals. City Council Priorities Each year, the Palo Alto City Council sets their strategic priorities for the year. In January 2025, the new set of goals included: 1. Climate Change & Natural Environment – Protection & Adaptation 2. Community Health, Safety, Wellness & Belonging 3. Economic Development & Transition 4. Housing for Social & Economic Balance PATMA’s programs help address three of these four priorities: economic recovery, climate change, and community health by providing low wage workers with commute counseling, access to free transit passes, rewards for bicycling to work, and late night ride hailing services. PATMA’s Contract with the City of Palo Alto The contract between the City of Palo Alto and PATMA provides guidance about how public funds should be used to ensure the public good as well as planning, reporting, and surveying requirements. • Use of City funds – “PATMA shall use the City Funds for “pilot projects” intended to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips by Downtown and California Avenue Business District workers, as mutually agreed upon by the City Manager and PATMA. For FY24 and FY25, $200,000 of City Funds may be used to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips anywhere in Palo Alto. Pilot projects may include purchase and distribution of transit passes, active commute rewards, support for carpooling, and other measures to address first mile and last mile connections. If PATMA uses City Funds to purchase transit passes to give away free-of-charge, the free transit passes shall be provided solely to low income workers.” • Planning – “PATMA shall: (a) conduct an annual strategic planning session producing 3-year goals and objectives and funding requirements, and prepare an annual budget with projected metrics (cost per mode shift, ROI, etc.), and (b) annually provide to the City a detailed, updated strategic plan and budget. The strategic plan may utilize scenarios to illustrate the return on investment associated with different funding levels. The strategic plan shall identify the projects proposed to be funded with the City Funds for the City Manager’s review and approval.” • Reporting – “PATMA shall provide the City with quarterly written reports on the implementation and effectiveness of pilot programs funded by the City, including quantitative measures of SOV trip reduction and mode shift achieved, metrics used, cost Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 79 Packet Pg. 347 of 1165 4 per employee mode shift, and how the City Funds were expended. PATMA shall submit the reports at the same time that PATMA submits the quarterly invoice to the City.” • Surveying – “PATMA shall conduct a robust survey of Downtown and California Avenue Business District employee commute patterns on an annual basis. Additional areas of Palo Alto where the TMA has been active may be included in the survey.” PATMA’s Bylaws PATMA’s bylaws provide operating instructions for the non-profit. One way it does this is by ensuring PATMA’s board members represent a range of interests among the Palo Alto community as well as the number of board members PATMA should have. • Qualifications of Directors. “The Board shall in good faith strive to include as Directors, representatives from major stakeholder groups serving PATMA’s current or planned/proposed service areas, including representatives of the following industries: technology, real estate development, retail and/or hospitality, philanthropy, and traditional office (e.g., finance, accounting, legal) and including representatives representing residential interests.” • Number of Directors. “The authorized number of Directors shall consist of at least five but no more than thirteen Directors.” New Mission and Core Values In 2024, PATMA staff and their board rewrote PATMA’s mission statement to make it more memorable and rewrote its core values to provide clarity on what the non-profit seeks to accomplish. Mission Better commutes for everyone Core values • Traffic – lighten traffic congestion • Parking – reduce demand for parking in commercial areas • Climate change – transition to a zero-emission transportation system • Equity – fair outcomes, treatment and opportunities for all • Local businesses – help local businesses attract and retain employees • Health – encourage community health Higher Income Threshold In 2018, PATMA raised its income threshold for program participation from $50,000 to $70,000/year. Since then, the cost of living in the Bay Area has increased substantially. In January 2025, PATMA’s board decided to raise the threshold to 80% of Area Median Income in Santa Clara County which in 2024 was $103,200/year for a household of one. All together, this context provides guidance to PATMA about how to structure our programs to best serve the public’s interest. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 80 Packet Pg. 348 of 1165 5 PATMA Programs Programs with a $100,000/year income threshold Transit Passes Currently, PATMA focuses on supporting essential workers in the commercial districts of Downtown and California Ave, at the Stanford Mall, along El Camino Real, at Midtown, and along San Antonio Rd. If these workers are driving to work and make less than $100,000/year1, they can receive free Caltrain, SamTrans, or Dumbarton Transbay bus passes.2 Refurbished Bicycles In 2022, PATMA piloted a refurbished bicycle program with the local non-profit Bike Exchange. This refurbished bicycle program is for essential workers in Palo Alto making less than PATMA’s income threshold who would like to bike to work but do not own a bicycle. If they also need any safety equipment – helmet, lock, lights – Bike Exchange provides these to each essential worker receiving a refurbished bike. E-bike e-scooter pilot This pilot studied two mode shift scenarios: active commutes via e-bike and first/last mile solutions via e-scooter. Four pilot participants making less than $70,000/year received either an e- bike and safety equipment, or a 12-month e-scooter lease. The intent was to study how many times a week they used the e-bike or e-scooter, how many device miles they traveled, and understand supports and barriers to device use. In addition, based on what is learned in the pilot, PATMA will create case studies with photos to inspire other workers in similar situations who drive alone to work. After hours Lyft rides Workers who live less than five miles from work and who need to travel home from work late at night when mass transit is not running can receive a $10 Lyft credit per ride. Program without an income threshold Bike Love PATMA’s Bike Love app provides $5/day up to $599/year to workers in Palo Alto’s commercial districts to encourage commuters to leave their cars at home and bike or e-scooter to work. Unlike the transit pass program, there are no income restrictions for the Bike Love program. The app was designed to provide attractive financial rewards to build active mobility habits. See Figure 1 for a map of Bike Love program boundaries within which workers earn rewards. The Bike Love app also 1 PATMA’s new income threshold is currently 80% of Santa Clara County’s Area Median Income, which in 2024 was $103,200 for a household of one person. For the sake of memorability to PATMA’s target audience, marketing materials will say $100,000/year. 2 VTA is currently working on a contract amendment to allow PATMA to raise the income limit for access to Smartpasses to workers making less than 80% of Area Median Income. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 81 Packet Pg. 349 of 1165 6 rewards travel to all 30 Caltrain stations for commuters who would be incentivized to bike or scooter to Caltrain and take the train to work. In 2024, 35% of Bike Love reward transactions were redeemed at Palo Alto-based businesses which is another way that PATMA supports local businesses and multiplies program impact to benefit the local economy. Accomplishments PATMA’s sustainable transportation programs in 2024, resulted in a reduction in demand for 312 parking spaces around town, 1,542,441 fewer vehicle miles traveled, and 603 fewer tons of greenhouse gas emissions. The majority of these results were due to the transit pass program. See Figure 2 for the number of transit passes activated over the past five years. Figure 2: Transit passes activated 2019-20243 3 Note the drop in the number of transit passes activated in January 2024. This was due to a switch from monthly pass purchases to annual free passes. High turnover in the service sector means about 100 workers no longer needed transit passes for 2025 which PATMA found out about after asking if they wanted to re-register in December 2024 for 2025. 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 Figure 1: Geofenced areas for Bike Love rewards Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 82 Packet Pg. 350 of 1165 7 Three-Year Strategic Planning With this context in mind, PATMA staff and board members met in person in December 2024 to discuss strategic planning for the next three years. Input gathered informs PATMA’s path forward with goals (targets to achieve), strategies (plan of action), tactics (specific actions), and objectives (measurable outcomes) for FY2026-FY2028. Year 1 (Jul 2025-Jun 2026) Assumptions: Free Caltrain GoPasses and highly discounted VTA Smartpasses will continue to be available for PATMA to distribute to low wage workers Goals • Scale up number of transit passes activated • Scale up number of workers commuting <3 miles by active mobility • Support S/CAP goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions • Support local businesses to attract and retain workers Strategies • Develop or deepen relationships with managers at light office and service sector businesses • Develop or deepen relationships with community-based organizations that work on transportation, housing and/or climate issues • Raise awareness about PATMA’s programs • Develop new pilot programs Tactics • Update and expand marketing collateral for transit passes and active mobility o Update one page flyer with $100,000 income threshold for English, Spanish, and Mandarin. Translate into Vietnamese. o Develop window clings (non-adhesive decal) for windows of businesses that receive PATMA incentives • Deploy 8 minute 1:1 manager training on mode shift programs and tools beneficial to workers (transit passes, refurbished bikes, $5/day Bike Love, after-hours Lyft, Transit app) o 40% transit or active mobility commutes by 2030 S/CAP goal o One page flyer o Real time arrival information: Transit app and Caltrain live system map o Window clings – membership and ask them to post • Refer a co-worker outreach wherein workers receive a free coffeehouse gift card if the coworker they refer receives a transit pass • Refine application process for refurbished bicycle program (apply, download Bike Love app, and pass bike safety quiz) before workers can receive a refurbished bicycle • Conduct annual commute survey Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 83 Packet Pg. 351 of 1165 8 • Develop pilot programs that encourage active mobility – e-bike financing, bike safety quiz and classes • Hold a promotional event around active mobility • Organize interactive information sharing event with other Bay Area TMA and TDM professionals • Deepen relationships with non-profit organizations that have similar missions and goals (Friends of Caltrain, Seamless Bay Area, Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, Bike Exchange, Alta Housing) • Develop and share short, relevant content regularly with local CBOs and the Chamber of Commerce to distribute to their membership • Develop and offer short content regularly to local online news outlets Objectives • # freed up parking spaces • # workers using transit passes • # workers commuting by active mobility • # vehicle miles traveled reduced • # tons greenhouse gas emissions reduced • # survey respondents Year 2 (Jul 2026-Jun 2027) Assumptions: Availability of Tap to Pay, expanded Bay Pass program, and/or Mobility Wallet pilot Goals • Scale up number of transit passes • Enable workers who live outside Santa Clara County to access multiple sustainable commute modes and make transit connections seamlessly • Scale up number of active mobility commutes <5 miles • Find creative solutions to challenges of workers interested in active mobility commutes <5 miles Strategies • Raise awareness about PATMA’s programs by strengthening relationships with local business managers and community-based organizations • Update printed and digital promotional materials • Leverage new technologies for trip planning and payment • Develop new pilot programs Tactics • Develop e-bike financing pilot program Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 84 Packet Pg. 352 of 1165 9 • Update printed and digital materials to address gaps in knowledge and mode shift friction points • Train managers on new apps that help workers plan and pay for sustainable commute modes • Update branding materials – PATMA as a fun, trusted, and valued brand • Further streamline application process • Conduct commute survey • Hold a promotional event • Develop and share content with inspiring new case studies about local workers commuting by transit or active mobility Objectives • # freed up parking spaces • # workers using transit passes • # workers commuting by active mobility • # vehicle miles traveled reduced • # tons greenhouse gas emissions reduced • # survey respondents Year 3 (Jul 2027-Jun 2028) Assumptions: 2026 Bay Area ballot initiative passed providing more funding for transit agencies which allows them to increase service frequency, Mobility Hubs are available around town Goals • Workers can easily commute without a personal vehicle • Study and leverage new technologies (ex., Mobility as a Service to plan and pay for commute trips, commute management platform) • Support the evolution of our region’s commuting systems • Determine what is missing to help workers get where they need to go without owning a personal vehicle Strategies • Expand PATMA’s toolkit of information and incentives to encourage mode shift • Help expand clean transportation options available to workers in Palo Alto Tactics • Develop new case studies of workers who commute by transit or active mobility • Test new technology Mobility-as-a-Service planning and payment options as they become available • Promote Mobility Hubs that are available Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 85 Packet Pg. 353 of 1165 10 Objectives • # parking spaces freed up • # vehicle miles traveled reduced • # tons greenhouse gas emissions reduced • # survey respondents Workplan Year 1 The flow of work over the course of FY2026 is shown in Figure 3. Figure 3: Year 1 workplan Jul ‘25 Aug ‘25 Sep ‘25 Oct ‘25 Nov ‘25 Dec ‘25 Jan ‘26 Feb ‘26 Mar ‘26 Apr ‘26 May ‘26 Jun ‘26 Events X X X Market transit passes X X X X Develop pilot X X Translate materials into additional language X Commute survey X X X Apply for grant funding X X Deliver Commute Survey, Annual Report, and Strategic Plan Budget Looking back at funding levels since PATMA’s inception in 2016, PATMA grew over several years and demonstrated cost-effective successes freeing up parking spaces, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and reducing vehicle miles traveled until the pandemic. Figure 4 shows historic budget trends. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 86 Packet Pg. 354 of 1165 11 Figure 4: PATMA funding since inception The PATMA baseline budget is $400,000. This level allows PATMA to continue with 2 part-time staff and pull in additional contractors on an ad hoc basis to support seasonal activities such as active mobility marketing in the spring and Commute Survey distribution in the fall. A status quo budget for FY2026 will allow PATMA to: • Perform marketing and outreach to target sectors • Develop or deepen relationships with business managers who are the gatekeepers to workers who could use PATMA’s programs and services • Conduct the annual commute survey • Free up additional parking spaces, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and ease traffic congestion In 2024, the cost/user/year or cost to free up a parking space was $672 while in 2023 the cost/user/year was $780. This includes the cost to purchase transit passes, Lyft rides, refurbished bicycles, and $5/day Bike Love rewards. Figure 5 provides three budget scenarios for PATMA’s projected expenses in FY2026. The $400,000 scenario represents a continuation of the restored budget PATMA realized in FY2025, closer to a pre-pandemic level which would allow PATMA to grow the program’s impact to 500 parking spaces freed up. The $350,000 budget would allow us to grow the program to 400 parking spaces freed up. A smaller $300,000 budget would maintain our impact at 312 parking spaces freed up. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 87 Packet Pg. 355 of 1165 12 Figure 5: Three budget scenarios for FY2026 Expenses Expenses $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 Total In the $350,000 budget scenario, PATMA would cut staff hours and expenditures on transit passes. In the $300,000 budget scenario, PATMA would cut back further on staff hours, cut the Lyft afterhours program, and cut the BikeLove $5/day rewards program. As circumstances change, PATMA has the ability to adjust income and expenses through various financial levers. • Reducing labor costs • Reducing program expenses • Requesting additional GoPasses from Caltrain and large employers in the area • Increasing grant writing and philanthropic fundraising PATMA will continue to operate leanly and use our budget effectively to maximize impact. Conclusion Many public and private organizations in the Bay Area are working hard to facilitate a future seamless, integrated low-carbon transportation system that will lower personal transportation costs and reduce GHG emissions. PATMA will continue to monitor developments in these areas and adjust our programs accordingly to best serve Palo Alto businesses. In support of the local economy, over the next three years PATMA will look for opportunities to help more workers shift to a sustainable commute as we raise awareness about the benefits of transit and active mobility commutes, offer information about sustainable transportation options, and provide programs and incentives for mode shift. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 88 Packet Pg. 356 of 1165 2024 COMMUTE SURVEY REPORT for and PATMA Board Members Cedric de la Beaujardiere, resident (Chair) Rob George, Philz Coffee (Treasurer) Shannon McEntee, resident (Secretary) Philip Kamhi, City of Palo Alto Sebastian Mafla, Sheraton Alejandra Mier, Coupa Cafe Nathan Duncan, Patagonia Steven Lee, Meta December 2024 Prepared by: Justine Burt Sana Ahmed ALTRANS TMA Inc 302 Toyon Ave, F, 410 San Jose, CA 95127 www.altrans.net Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 89 Packet Pg. 357 of 1165 Table of Contents Executive Summary .............................................................................................................................. 1 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 3 Survey Population ................................................................................................................................ 3 Survey Methodology ............................................................................................................................ 6 Results ................................................................................................................................................. 6 Key Insights ........................................................................................................................................ 17 Conclusions ........................................................................................................................................ 18 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 90 Packet Pg. 358 of 1165 1 Executive Summary In August and September 2024, the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) team surveyed workers in commercial areas of Palo Alto to learn about their commute habits and preferences. The team conducted online and in-person surveys in English, Spanish, and Mandarin beginning with emailing and texting then following up with door-to-door canvassing. This document provides highlights from the survey findings. The two main objectives of the commute survey were to 1) determine which workers were open to shifting their commute from single-occupancy vehicles to mass transit or active mobility options and 2) raise awareness of PATMA’s programs. Based on the 885 completed surveys, Figure 1 shows the percentage of respondents from the four main sectors into which PATMA classifies workers: service, government, technology, and light office. Figure 1: Survey Respondents by Sector Figure 2 below provides the primary mode workers use to commute each week. The survey found that overall 62% of workers surveyed used a single-occupancy vehicle (SOV) as their primary commute mode in 2024. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 91 Packet Pg. 359 of 1165 2 Figure 2: Primary Commute Mode of Survey Respondents By separating out commute mode by work sector, Figure 3 illustrates the sectors with the highest drive alone rates: light office and government. Figure 3: Commute Mode by Work Sector With respect to PATMA’s mission, data collected in the 2024 commute survey provides opportunities to reach more workers and expand PATMA’s program offerings that will help realize PATMA’s goals to reduce traffic congestion, reduce demand for parking, support small businesses, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and address social equity issues. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 92 Packet Pg. 360 of 1165 3 Introduction In 2024, the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) conducted its ninth annual employee commute survey as required by the funding agreement between PATMA and the City of Palo Alto (COPA). PATMA contracted with ALTRANS TMA Inc. to conduct the survey and performed outreach in August and September 2024. The survey was designed to identify how Palo Alto employees working in the commercial areas of Palo Alto - University Avenue (Downtown), California Avenue (Cal Ave), El Camino Real, the Stanford Mall, the Charleston Middlefield shopping center, and along San Antonio Rd - commute to work, identify individuals currently driving alone who are open to shifting to a sustainable commute mode, and raise awareness of PATMA’s program offerings. Survey Population According to U.S. Census data, the total worker population in Palo Alto was 109,011 in 2022. The darker shaded areas of Figure 4 show where work centers are clustered Downtown, along El Camino Real, and along San Antonio close to Highway 101. Figure 4: Density of Workers in Palo Alto Source: U.S. Census OnTheMap, 2022 Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 93 Packet Pg. 361 of 1165 4 The U.S. Census organizes sectors using the North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) categories. Figure 5 shows the number of workers by NAICS codes. Figure 5: Palo Alto Workers by Sector NAICS Sector Number of Employees Percentage Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting 5 0.0% Mining, Quarrying, Oil and Gas Extraction 1 0.0% Utilities 282 0.3% Construction 881 0.8% Manufacturing 5,152 4.7% Wholesale Trade 971 0.9% Retail Trade 3,991 3.7% Transportation and Warehousing 2,217 2.0% Information 18,860 17.3% Finance and Insurance 4,283 3.9% Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 1,389 1.3% Professional, Scientific, and Information 23,575 21.6% Management of Companies and Enterprises 3,049 2.8% Administration & Support, Waste Management and Remediation 1,915 1.8% Educational Services 3,420 3.1% Healthcare and Social Assistance 30,187 27.7% Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation 831 0.8% Accommodation and Food Services 4,931 4.5% Other Services (excluding Public Administration) 2,315 2.1% Public Administration 756 0.7% PATMA organizes NAICS sectors into four employer categories – service, light office, technology, and government – and offers programs to workers in the first two categories. Figure 6 shows which NAICS code sectors PATMA includes in service, light office, technology, and government categories. Figure 6: NAICS Codes and PATMA Classification NAICS Code NAICS Sector Name PATMA Classification 11 21 22 23 31-33 42 44-45 48-49 51 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction Utilities Construction Manufacturing Wholesale Trade Retail Trade Transportation and Warehousing Information Service Service Government Service Service Service Service Service Technology Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 94 Packet Pg. 362 of 1165 5 NAICS Code NAICS Sector Name PATMA Classification 52 53 54 55 56 61 62 71 72 81 92 Finance and Insurance Real Estate and Rental and Leasing Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Management of Companies and Enterprises Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services Educational Services Health Care and Social Assistance Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation Accommodation and Food Services Other Services (except Public Administration) Public Administration Light Office Light Office Technology Light Office Light Office Light Office Service Light Office Service Service Government Source: NAICS Association After sorting Census data for the number of workers in the four categories for statistical purposes, Figure 7 shows the number of workers in each category and the total worker population in Palo Alto. Figure 7: Number of Workers in Four Sectors PATMA Organization Category Number of Employees % Share Service 50,651 46% Light Office 14,887 14% Technology 42,435 39% Government 1,038 1% Total 109,011 Subtracting the 29,000 worker population at the Stanford Research Park, which has its own Transportation Management Association, leaves us with a worker population of 80,011. After cleaning the survey data of duplicate responses and incomplete surveys, there were a total of 885 complete surveys of which: • 399 respondents were service sector workers • 280 were government staff • 47 were light office workers • 142 were tech workers • 17 chose not to share their employer’s name This year’s response rate was higher than the t hree previous years the survey was conducted. The response rate for each of the nine survey years is shown in Figure 8. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 95 Packet Pg. 363 of 1165 6 Figure 8: Number of PATMA Commute Survey Responses by Year Year Number of Respondents 2024 885 2023 738 2022 511 2021 551 2019 1,471 2018 496 2017 892 2016 829 2015 1,173 Compared to 2023, stronger working relationships with managers in the technology and government sectors in 2024 helped boost response numbers. Survey Methodology In August and September 2024, the PATMA team reached out to businesses and organizations to administer the survey. The survey asked questions about the primary travel mode workers used to commute, their home city, employer, income level, and openness to sustainable commute options. The survey was administered through the SurveyMonkey platform which respondents accessed via personal smartphones through a QR code or PATMA’s electronic tablets. The electronic survey tool offers skip logic and survey branching to optimize question relevance to different respondents. Paper copies of the surveys in English and Spanish were distributed to managers at downtown hotels who collected responses from their staff. Electronic surveys in Mandarin were administered at restaurants and spas. Block-by-block, door-to-door canvassing resulted in a dataset representing businesses and organizations in commercial areas. Door-to-door outreach was bolstered by mass texting and email follow -up to business contacts. As noted above, the PATMA team secured 885 responses from a citywide worker population of 80,011. With a 95% confidence level and a sample size representing 1.1% of the population, the margin of error for this data is ±3%. Results Data collected in this survey shed light on several topics: • how people commute to work • where they are coming from • which workers could commute using one main transit or active mobility option Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 96 Packet Pg. 364 of 1165 7 • which workers are open to a different commute mode, and • what information, equipment, or incentives could encourage them to make the shift from driving alone. The following figures show results for each question. Q1. In which city and zip code do you live? Among survey respondents this year, the top 10 home cities are shown in Figure 9. Figure 9: Top 10 Cities of Survey Respondents Home City Number Survey Respondents 1 San Jose 152 2 Redwood City 83 3 Palo Alto 80 4 Mountain View 74 5 Sunnyvale 57 6 East Palo Alto 56 7 Santa Clara 36 8 Fremont 33 9 San Francisco 32 10 San Mateo 23 Note that 70% of respondents live in cities served by a train or bus that runs to Palo Alto. Figure 10 maps the home zip codes of survey respondents in San Francisco Bay Area1 counties. 1 The Bay Area refers to the nine counties that touch the San Francisco Bay plus Santa Cruz County. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 97 Packet Pg. 365 of 1165 8 Figure 10: Number of Respondents by Zip Code Some survey respondents live beyond the nine county Bay Area near Sacramento, in the Central Valley, and even one in Southern California. Q2. What is the name of your employer? (This information will help us analyze commuting patterns for the four main types of employers [service, technology, light office, and government] in Palo Alto.) Employer names were organized into four main sectors of employers in Palo Alto, as seen in Figure 11. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 98 Packet Pg. 366 of 1165 9 Figure 11: Survey Respondents by Sector Note that the number of survey respondents from technology companies located in Downtown, Amazon and Salesforce, is higher this year than last. With Return to Office encouragement from management and corporate concern about greenhouse gas emission reductions, employees at both companies were encouraged to fill out PATMA’s commute survey. Q3. How do you usually travel to work? If you use more than one type of transportation, choose the one used for the longest distance of your trip. Many commuters use more than one type of transportation for commuting. To be able to compare this year’s data with previous years ’, we asked people about the main commute mode they used for the longest segment of their trip. Figure 12 provides information about the primary commute mode. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 99 Packet Pg. 367 of 1165 10 Figure 12: Primary Commute Mode Figure 13 divides this data by sector for 2024 to allow comparisons between government, light office, service, and tech sectors. Figure 13: Commute Mode by Sector, 2024 A comparison of commute modes over the past several years is shown in Figure 14. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 100 Packet Pg. 368 of 1165 11 Figure 14: Changes in Commute Mode, 2015-2024 Q4 If you drive alone to work, which of the following sustainable commute modes are you open to taking? Note that respondents could choose more than one option, and only respondents who said their main commute mode was by single-occupancy vehicle were given this question. Figure 15: Sustainable Commute Options Drivers Considering Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 101 Packet Pg. 369 of 1165 12 Many respondents were open to transit (46%), carpooling (22%), bicycling (17%), vanpooling (9%), and walking (4%). Q5. If you drive alone to work, is your home located less than one mile from a Caltrain station, VTA 22/522 bus stop, SamTrans ECR bus stop, or Dumbarton Express bus stop? Figure 16: Live <1 Mile from Sustainable Transit Option This question was included to determine the proximity of a transit option that runs directly to Palo Alto. Q6. If you live less than 5 miles from work, are you open to switching to an active mobility mode (bicycle, electric bicycle, scooter, electric scooter, or other personal mobility device) for commuting? Figure 17: Live <5 Miles from Work and Open to Active Commute Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 102 Packet Pg. 370 of 1165 13 Thirty percent of respondents are open to an active commute. Q7. What is most important to you when choosing how to commute to work? (select up to 3) Figure 18: Most Important Considerations When Choosing How to Commute Travel time and schedule predominates the list of factors workers consider when deciding how to commute. Q8. Does your workplace need additional bike racks outside? Figure 19: Need Additional Bike Racks Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 103 Packet Pg. 371 of 1165 14 This information provides an opportunity for follow-up with organizations surveyed. Q9. What is your annual salary? Figure 20: Is Your Annual Salary Less Than $70,000 or More? Figure 20 shows the percentage of respondents making less than $70,000/year who are eligible for PATMA’s free transit passes, refurbished bicycles, and after hour Lyft credits. Q10. Are there any issues or concerns you would like to share about your commute? The answers to this open-ended question provide PATMA with insights to improve our programs, accomplish more mode shift, or share questions and concerns with our contacts at tech companies and City government. Compliments and positive statements included: • I am excited about new Caltrain trains. • Very hard to get my bike on old trains. Like the new schedule too!! • I love the ability to combine bicycling and Caltrain and not rely at all on an automobile. And I am impressed by how the City of Palo Alto encourages and supports that. • Being a part of the program really reduces my stress of commuting to work. I don’t drive because it will cost me too much money to drive back and forth versus taking the train. • This has saved me money and time in traffic. • It has saved my job and life. I’m so thankful for this service. I would love more stops at my Caltrain station. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 104 Packet Pg. 372 of 1165 15 • No issues! Happy with Caltrain. • Estoy muy contenta con el servicio de PATMA. Gracias. (I’m very happy with PATMA’s service. Thank you.) • Es seguro y siempre llego temprano a mi trabajo. (It’s safe and I always arrive early to work.) • Me gusta viajar en el Caltrain porque es comodo, llego a tiempo a mi trabajo, etc. (I like to travel on Caltrain because it’s comfortable, I arrive on time to work, etc.) • I like the VTA and Caltrain options. • Bike lanes have improved throughout the Peninsula. Thank you!!! • Biking to Downtown is the best! • I love the train and really appreciate the Caltrain GoPass. Concerns raised multiple times by respondents were grouped by topic in Figure 2 1. Figure 21: Respondent Concerns About Their Commute Topic # of Workers Mentioning Topic Example Comment Difficulties while driving: traffic, parking, cost of gas and tolls, road surface quality 73 “The afternoon commute has doubled in time in the last 1-2 years from 1 hour 10 min to 2 hours 15-20 mins.” Timeliness of trains and buses: late, infrequent service, not reliable 31 “Just buses being on time, especially in the morning hours.” Limited or no transit options near home (East Bay, Tri-Valley, Los Gatos, Gilroy) or work 20 “I wish there were a reliable, quick public transit option from the East Bay” and “Caltrain stops infrequently in South Counties.” Caltrain passes for City workers who don’t work Downtown 12 “I would take the train if it was offered since I can bike easily to and from the train.” Connectivity too difficult: to and from transit, making connections between transit options 11 “The first 5 miles and the last 5 miles are the biggest barrier for public transportation.” Safety and cleanliness of transit and stations 9 “The station needs to be only for people that use it to commute to take the bus or train.” Want more transit service: earlier, later, weekends 8 “Wish Caltrain stopped at the Blossom Hill station in San Jose more frequently in general, but on weekends specifically.” Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 105 Packet Pg. 373 of 1165 16 Topic # of Workers Mentioning Topic Example Comment Feel can do their job from home most of the time 7 “I can do my job well from home and would use the extra 2 hours a day to do more work if could work from home every day.” Would like electric vehicle charging for City workers - MSC and Elwell 6 “There are no charging stations at our yard (MSC) and I believe I have the only all electric vanpool running for the City.” Wish could afford a home closer to work 4 “My commute is very long but my husband is a disabled veteran. The city we live in is the only place we can live for accessibility reasons and afford.” Would like showers to wash up after biking 3 “There are no showers for staff at my workplace so biking isn't an option.” Other concerns mentioned: • I can’t be late for work: “I work as a dental hygienist and have patients” or “my manager expects a timely arrival for my shift.” • Public transit is difficult to navigate, so I drive. Nobody is at the train stations to help when you are new to it. I worry about problems at the last minute. Like funds not applied to Clipper card etc. • Clipper cards should cover Caltrain and buses in case one is running late I can take the other. • As a single parent working an hour away from home, I have to be able to get to my kiddo fast in case of an emergency. • Better lights for nighttime commuters. • Neighborhoods should be zoned for multi-use so there would be less sprawl and more housing. Comments about bicycling: • Would like more visible and separated bike lanes. (3) • Unsafe drivers o Palo Alto really needs to ban Right Turn on Red in Downtown Palo Alto. Drivers accelerate to red lights - it's terrible for pedestrians. At least do this for a 2 block radius around the Caltrain Station. o Cars that run the red lights at the intersection of Lytton and High Street in Palo Alto in particular but all along University and Lytton is an issue. o Cars run red lights which is dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians. o I almost get right hooked every day I ride my bike in to work. It’s terrifying sometimes. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 106 Packet Pg. 374 of 1165 17 • The nearest train station is very far away and there is no secondary transit to close the gap. No buses, no bike or scooter rental etc. (Midtown) • There is one bike rack, but it is blocking a convenient access point for handicapped people getting out of their cars. • Bike theft (4) o There are people who will steal bikes in downtown Palo Alto. o Lots of bike theft in Palo Alto, so outdoor bike rack not optimal. (Downtown) o Need bike boxes. We have racks but I won't use. Had locked bike stolen from racks. I bring my bike inside. (retail on University Ave) o Bikes are still getting stolen and I would like greater protection for bike racks. Key Insights The following insights gleaned from data and comments lead PATMA to believe that additional mode shift opportunities exist among workers in Palo Alto. • PATMA conducted the 2024 commute survey in an expanded geographic area this year with a larger worker population compared to previous years. • The survey had more participation from workers in the government and technology sectors this year than last. • This year, the average drive alone commute rate is higher (62%) than last year (56%). • Light office (77%) and government sector (72%) sectors have higher drive alone rates than service (55%) and tech (55%) sectors. • Gathering responses from service sector workers in restaurants, retail and accommodations was more time-consuming than government and tech sectors where managers took a more active role encouraging staff to participate. Service sector businesses required multiple visits to realize results. • Seventy percent (70%) of survey respondents live in a city served by Caltrain or a bus that runs directly to Palo Alto. • Two percent (2%) of respondents are super commuters coming from outside of the Bay Area (17 out of 885 responses). • Among people who drive alone to work: o 46% are open to taking transit o 22% are open to carpool o 17% are open to active mobility (bicycle or e-scooter) o 9% are open to vanpool o 4% are open to walking • Sixteen percent (16%) live less than 5 miles from work and are open to an active commute (bike or e-scooter). • When deciding how to travel to work, 72% of respondents cite travel time or schedule as the most important consideration. These insights point to potential for workers to switch from driving alone to transit, carpooling, active mobility, vanpool, or walking, particularly among light office and government workers. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 107 Packet Pg. 375 of 1165 18 Conclusions Given the openness of respondents to sustainable commute modes and the proximity of their home or workplace to transit options, survey results point to opportunities to mode shift more workers who commute to Palo Alto by providing information, equipment, and rewards. Some people would benefit from more availability of refurbished bikes, electric bikes, and electric scooters to connect to transit or for commutes of less than five miles. Others just need information about real time train and bus arrivals, Guaranteed Ride Home availability, rapid bus schedules and routes, and safer bicycle routes between home and work. And finally, any incentives, such as Bike Love rewards, would provide an additional nudge toward a more sustainable commute. Item 7 Attachment B - Draft Prohousing Designation Program Application Materials Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 108 Packet Pg. 376 of 1165 A Prohousing Designation would unlock new affordable housing funding sources for Palo Alto and give the City a competitive edge in State grant programs. HOW TO LEARN MORE & GET INVOLVED Community Info & Listening Session Wednesday May 20, 2026 | 250 Hamilton Ave. | 4-5 PM Planning & Transportation Commission Study Session Wednesday May 27, 2026 | 250 Hamilton Ave. | 6-9 PM Online Review & Public Comment Form May 18 - June 17, 2026 | PaloAlto.Gov/Prohousing PROHOUSING DESIGNATION APPLICATION PUBLIC REVIEW & COMMENT PERIOD 如需申请翻译服务，请在公开会议前24⼩时联系书记官办公室。电⼦邮件：city.clerk@paloalto.gov。电 话：(650)-329-2571。 Comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal en city.clerk@paloalto.gov o al (650) 329-2571 al menos 24 horas antes del inicio de la reunión para solicitar servicios de traducción. 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Item 7 Attachment C - Community Flyer Item 7: Staff Report Pg. 109 Packet Pg. 377 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Human Resources Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2604-6203 TITLE Adoption of Amended Salary Schedules for Service Employees‘ International Union, Utilities Management and Professional Association of Palo Alto, International Association of Fire Fighters, and Unrepresented Management and Professional Employees and Limited Hourly groups; and Adoption of Side letters for the International Association of Fire Fighters, Fire Chiefs‘ Association, and Palo Alto Police Officers‘ Association and Amendments to the FY 2027 Table of Organization to Reclassify 1.0 Economic Development Manager and 1.0 Treasury Manager - CEQA Status - Not A Project. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends City Council: 1. Adopt the Amended Salary Schedule for Service Employees‘ International Union (SEIU) 2. Adopt the Amended Salary Schedule for Utilities Management and Professional Association of Palo Alto (UMPAPA) 3. Adopt the Amended Salary Schedule for the Unrepresented Management and Professional Employees and amendments to the FY 2027 Table of Organization to: a. Reclassification: Add 1.0 Economic Development Manager and delete 1.0 Assistant to the City Manager b. Reclassification: Add 1.0 Treasury Manager and delete 1.0 Treasury, Debt, and Investments Manager 4. and Adopt the Amended Salary Schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and corresponding Side Letters 5. Adopt the Side Letter for Palo Alto Fire Chiefs‘ Association (FCA) 6.Adopt the Amended Salary Schedule for the Unrepresented Limited Hourly group 7. Adopt the Side Letter for Palo Alto Police Officers‘ Association (PAPOA) Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 378 of 1165 BACKGROUND ANALYSIS Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 379 of 1165 SEIU: Senior Utility Field Service Representative, Senior Utility Systems Operator, Customer Service Representative, Senior Maintenance Mechanic and Utility Field Service Representative IAFF: Single Role classifications: EMT and Paramedic UMPAPA: Senior Business Analyst MGMT: Senior Business Analyst, Economic Development Manager, Laboratory Manager, Treasury and Revenue Collections Manager SEIU: Senior Utility Systems Operator: Adopting the staff recommendation and revised salary schedules is an administrative step related to the Council’s previous approval of the SEIU Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) and direction through the budget process to create the Senior level of the Utility Systems Operator. In alignment with the SEIU MOA, this classification will be paid 7% above the journey level classification. Customer Service Representative: Per the SEIU MOA, the incumbents in this classification filed for a Reclassification in the fall of 2022. After extensive review of the classification by the Utilities Department management and HR staff, there was a finding of an increased expectation of technical understanding and depth of knowledge in order to provide the necessary level of service to the community. These classifications not only provide Palo Alto customers with answers to billing related questions, but also analyzes and provides education various energy efficiency, water conservation, solar and citywide climate objectives. This first line support allows for efficient delivery of accurate and up to date information on the City’s energy efficiency and sustainability programs. Those currently in the classification will receive a three percent (3%) increase in compensation for these additional expectations and certification in Water and/or Energy Efficiency trainings. This will result in additional salary costs that are anticipated to be limited and absorbed within the existing operating budget of the Utilities Department. Senior Mechanic and Utility Field Service Representative (FSR): As required by the SEIU MOA Article 7 Section 6 – Assignment to a Lead or Senior Position, the pay range for the lead position shall be a minimum of seven percent (7%) above the pay step of the highest paid employee on the crew. The salary adjustment of 3% to the step range satisfies the contractual requirement of lead pay over Maintenance Mechanic Welders. The FSR pay scale was incorrectly marked in the salary schedule based on contractual negotiations and the Council adopted MOA. This amended salary schedule fixes this error. This will result in additional salary costs that are anticipated to be limited and absorbed within the existing operating budget of the impacted departments. Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 380 of 1165 UMPAPA/MGMT: Senior Business Analyst: As part of the July 2025 contract negotiations, HR staff and UMPAPA agreed to continue to review this classification as a post-negotiations meet and confer. After extensive review of the classification by Utilities department management and HR staff, it was determined that there was a compaction issue between the Business Analyst classification (SEIU) and the Senior Business Analyst classification (UMPAPA and Management and Professional). Inclusive of 2026 cost of living adjustments, the classifications are paid within $0.30 per hour of each other. This is an adjustment to the salary range maximum of seven percent (7%), but does not automatically adjust any of the incumbents in the classifications and therefore has low to no estimated impact to salary costs. Individual adjustments would be subject to Department and City Manager approval. Economic Development Manager: In order to bring in specialized and highly desirable talent, the City Manager’s office, in coordination with Human Resources, conducted an expedited recruitment process and direct appointment of one of the City’s budgeted Assistant to the City Manager positions. This position has been temporarily overfilled as an Economic Development Manager/Assistant to the City Manager while Human Resources conducted the needed market study of the economic development landscape and could recommend a proper salary range in alignment with city practices. This update restores the Economic Development Manager classification and accordingly a revised salary, aligning with the City’s compensation methodology and addresses the funding needed to maintain this critical role. To align this change, this item also reclassifies 1.0 Assistant to the City Manager to the Economic Development Manager classification in the Table of Organization in the City Manager’s Officer. Treasury Manager: In the FY 2027 Proposed Budget, the classifications of Manager Treasury, Debt and Investments will merge with the Manager Revenue Collections position if adopted by City Council. This action updates the salary schedule so recruitment can begin following action taken by City Council in the FY 2027 budget to approve this Administrative Services Department restructuring and operational efficiency. To align this change, this item also reclassifies 1.0 Manager Treasury, Debt and Investments to 1.0 Treasury Manager in the Table of Organization in the Administrative Services Department. Water Quality Control Plant Lab Manager: An initial review identified strong indicators that this specialized classification had fallen out of alignment with the market and warranted an individual compensation analysis. Based on the review of comparable positions in agencies with Water Treatment Plants, staff determined the classification was positioned below market supporting the recommended adjustment to the salary range. This is an adjustment to the salary range maximum of eight percent (8%) but does not automatically adjust any of the Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 381 of 1165 incumbents in the classifications and therefore has low to no estimated impact to salary costs. Individual adjustments would be subject to Department and City Manager approval. Single Role EMT and Paramedics: Adopting the staff recommendation and revised salary schedules is an administrative step related to the Council’s previous direction through the Fiscal Year 2026 budget process to create the EMT and Paramedic classifications. Staff and IAFF successfully met and conferred over wages and benefits and have tentatively agreed to the attached Side Letter and Salary Schedule pending Council Adoption. Recruitments will quickly get underway promptly following the adoption of the Side Letter and Salary Schedule. Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 382 of 1165 PAPOA: FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 383 of 1165 ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 8 Item 8 Staff Report Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 384 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual 1 $ 33.94 1 $ 34.23 1 $ 35.09 1 $ 36.11 2 $ 35.68 2 $ 35.97 2 $ 36.88 2 $ 37.95 3 $ 37.51 3 $ 37.80 3 $ 38.76 3 $ 39.89 4 $ 39.44 4 $ 39.73 4 $ 40.74 4 $ 41.93 5 $ 41.47 $ 7,187.79 $ 86,253.44 5 $ 41.76 $ 7,238.05 $ 86,856.64 5 $ 42.83 $ 7,423.05 $ 89,076.62 5 $ 44.08 $ 7,640.53 $ 91,686.40 1 $ 39.50 1 $ 39.79 1 $ 40.80 1 $ 42.00 2 $ 41.53 2 $ 41.82 2 $ 42.89 2 $ 44.15 3 $ 43.67 3 $ 43.96 3 $ 45.09 3 $ 46.41 4 $ 45.92 4 $ 46.21 4 $ 47.40 4 $ 48.79 5 $ 48.29 $ 8,371.03 $100,452.35 5 $ 48.58 $ 8,421.30 $101,055.55 5 $ 49.83 $ 8,637.40 $103,648.81 5 $ 51.30 $ 8,892.00 $106,704.00 1 $ 42.24 1 $ 42.53 1 $ 43.61 1 $ 44.90 2 $ 44.42 2 $ 44.71 2 $ 45.84 2 $ 47.20 3 $ 46.71 3 $ 47.00 3 $ 48.19 3 $ 49.62 4 $ 49.12 4 $ 49.41 4 $ 50.67 4 $ 52.17 5 $ 51.65 $ 8,953.46 $107,441.57 5 $ 51.94 $ 9,003.73 $108,044.77 5 $ 53.28 $ 9,235.15 $110,821.77 5 $ 54.85 $ 9,507.33 $114,088.00 1 $ 35.13 1 $ 35.42 1 $ 36.27 1 $ 37.34 2 $ 36.93 2 $ 37.22 2 $ 38.12 2 $ 39.24 3 $ 38.83 3 $ 39.12 3 $ 40.07 3 $ 41.24 4 $ 40.83 4 $ 41.12 4 $ 42.12 4 $ 43.35 5 $ 42.93 $ 7,441.77 $ 89,301.20 5 $ 43.22 $ 7,492.03 $ 89,904.40 5 $ 44.27 $ 7,674.31 $ 92,091.69 5 $ 45.57 $ 7,898.80 $ 94,785.60 1 $ 38.10 1 $ 38.39 1 $ 39.32 1 $ 40.46 2 $ 40.06 2 $ 40.35 2 $ 41.33 2 $ 42.53 3 $ 42.12 3 $ 42.41 3 $ 43.44 3 $ 44.71 4 $ 44.29 4 $ 44.58 4 $ 45.66 4 $ 47.00 5 $ 46.57 $ 8,072.26 $ 96,867.10 5 $ 46.86 $ 8,122.52 $ 97,470.30 5 $ 48.00 $ 8,320.56 $ 99,846.73 5 $ 49.41 $ 8,564.40 $102,772.80 1 $ 40.77 1 $ 41.06 1 $ 42.06 1 $ 43.29 2 $ 42.87 2 $ 43.16 2 $ 44.21 2 $ 45.51 3 $ 45.08 3 $ 45.37 3 $ 46.48 3 $ 47.84 4 $ 47.41 4 $ 47.70 4 $ 48.86 4 $ 50.30 5 $ 49.86 $ 8,642.27 $103,707.19 5 $ 50.15 $ 8,692.53 $104,310.39 5 $ 51.37 $ 8,904.82 $106,857.83 5 $ 52.89 $ 9,167.60 $110,011.20 1 $ 42.24 1 $ 42.53 1 $ 43.57 1 $ 44.84 2 $ 44.42 2 $ 44.71 2 $ 45.80 2 $ 47.14 3 $ 46.71 3 $ 47.00 3 $ 48.15 3 $ 49.56 4 $ 49.12 4 $ 49.41 4 $ 50.62 4 $ 52.11 5 $ 51.66 $ 8,954.18 $107,450.14 5 $ 51.95 $ 9,004.44 $108,053.34 5 $ 53.22 $ 9,224.53 $110,694.35 5 $ 54.79 $ 9,496.93 $113,963.20 1 $ 46.70 1 $ 46.99 1 $ 48.14 1 $ 49.55 2 $ 49.11 2 $ 49.40 2 $ 50.61 2 $ 52.10 3 $ 51.65 3 $ 51.94 3 $ 53.21 3 $ 54.78 4 $ 54.32 4 $ 54.61 4 $ 55.95 4 $ 57.60 5 $ 57.13 $ 9,903.38 $118,840.60 5 $ 57.42 $ 9,953.65 $119,443.80 5 $ 58.83 $10,197.46 $122,369.58 5 $ 60.57 $10,498.80 $125,985.60 1 $ 35.30 1 $ 35.59 1 $ 36.45 1 $ 37.53 2 $ 37.11 2 $ 37.40 2 $ 38.31 2 $ 39.44 3 $ 39.02 3 $ 39.31 3 $ 40.27 3 $ 41.45 4 $ 41.03 4 $ 41.32 4 $ 42.33 4 $ 43.57 5 $ 43.15 $ 7,478.97 $ 89,747.69 5 $ 43.44 $ 7,529.24 $ 90,350.89 5 $ 44.49 $ 7,712.44 $ 92,549.34 5 $ 45.80 $ 7,938.67 $ 95,264.00 1 $ 35.30 1 $ 35.59 1 $ 36.45 1 $ 37.53 2 $ 37.11 2 $ 37.40 2 $ 38.31 2 $ 39.44 3 $ 39.02 3 $ 39.31 3 $ 40.27 3 $ 41.45 4 $ 41.03 4 $ 41.32 4 $ 42.33 4 $ 43.57 5 $ 43.15 $ 7,478.97 $ 89,747.69 5 $ 43.44 $ 7,529.24 $ 90,350.89 5 $ 44.49 $ 7,712.44 $ 92,549.34 5 $ 45.80 $ 7,938.67 $ 95,264.00 1 $ 37.71 1 $ 38.00 1 $ 38.92 1 $ 40.06 2 $ 39.65 2 $ 39.94 2 $ 40.91 2 $ 42.11 3 $ 41.69 3 $ 41.98 3 $ 43.00 3 $ 44.26 4 $ 43.84 4 $ 44.13 4 $ 45.20 4 $ 46.53 5 $ 46.10 $ 7,990.95 $ 95,891.45 5 $ 46.39 $ 8,041.22 $ 96,494.65 5 $ 47.52 $ 8,237.23 $ 98,846.70 5 $ 48.92 $ 8,479.47 $101,753.60 Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 206 Non‐Exempt Acct Assistant 294 Non‐Exempt Administrative Associate I 207 Non‐Exempt Acct Spec-Lead 204 Non‐Exempt Acct Spec 579 Non‐Exempt Airport Specialist II 578 Non‐Exempt Airport Specialist I 296 Non‐Exempt Administrative Associate III 295 Non‐Exempt Administrative Associate II 312 Non‐Exempt Animal Control Off - L 276 Non‐Exempt Animal Control Off 331 Non‐Exempt Animal Care Specialist Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 385 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 47.84 1 $ 48.13 1 $ 49.30 1 $ 50.75 2 $ 50.31 2 $ 50.60 2 $ 51.83 2 $ 53.36 3 $ 52.91 3 $ 53.20 3 $ 54.50 3 $ 56.11 4 $ 55.65 4 $ 55.94 4 $ 57.31 4 $ 59.00 5 $ 58.53 $10,145.80 $121,749.64 5 $ 58.82 $ 10,196.07 $122,352.84 5 $ 60.27 $10,445.95 $125,351.34 5 $ 62.04 $10,753.60 $129,043.20 1 $ 63.79 1 $ 64.08 1 $ 65.66 1 $ 67.59 2 $ 67.10 2 $ 67.39 2 $ 69.05 2 $ 71.09 3 $ 70.59 3 $ 70.88 3 $ 72.62 3 $ 74.77 4 $ 74.26 4 $ 74.55 4 $ 76.38 4 $ 78.64 5 $ 78.12 $13,540.98 $162,491.72 5 $ 78.41 $ 13,591.24 $163,094.92 5 $ 80.34 $13,926.00 $167,111.97 5 $ 82.72 $14,338.13 $172,057.60 1 $ 52.05 1 $ 52.34 1 $ 53.99 1 $ 55.59 2 $ 54.74 2 $ 55.03 2 $ 56.77 2 $ 58.45 3 $ 57.57 3 $ 57.86 3 $ 59.70 3 $ 61.46 4 $ 60.55 4 $ 60.84 4 $ 62.78 4 $ 64.63 5 $ 63.70 $11,040.67 $132,488.10 5 $ 63.99 $ 11,090.94 $133,091.30 5 $ 66.02 $11,443.98 $137,327.77 5 $ 67.97 $11,781.47 $141,377.60 1 $ 67.86 1 $ 68.15 1 $ 69.84 1 $ 71.90 2 $ 71.39 2 $ 71.68 2 $ 73.45 2 $ 75.62 3 $ 75.10 3 $ 75.39 3 $ 77.25 3 $ 79.54 4 $ 79.01 4 $ 79.30 4 $ 81.25 4 $ 83.66 5 $ 83.12 $14,407.20 $172,886.36 5 $ 83.41 $ 14,457.46 $173,489.56 5 $ 85.46 $14,813.87 $177,766.48 5 $ 88.00 $15,253.33 $183,040.00 1 $ 58.42 1 $ 58.71 1 $ 60.15 1 $ 61.92 2 $ 61.45 2 $ 61.74 2 $ 63.25 2 $ 65.12 3 $ 64.64 3 $ 64.93 3 $ 66.52 3 $ 68.49 4 $ 68.00 4 $ 68.29 4 $ 69.96 4 $ 72.03 5 $ 71.53 $12,398.19 $148,778.24 5 $ 71.82 $ 12,448.45 $149,381.44 5 $ 73.58 $12,754.64 $153,055.66 5 $ 75.76 $13,131.73 $157,580.80 1 $ 57.88 1 $ 58.17 1 $ 59.59 1 $ 61.35 2 $ 60.88 2 $ 61.17 2 $ 62.66 2 $ 64.52 3 $ 64.04 3 $ 64.33 3 $ 65.90 3 $ 67.85 4 $ 67.36 4 $ 67.65 4 $ 69.31 4 $ 71.36 5 $ 70.85 $12,281.51 $147,378.16 5 $ 71.14 $ 12,331.78 $147,981.36 5 $ 72.89 $12,635.05 $151,620.57 5 $ 75.05 $13,008.67 $156,104.00 1 $ 61.37 1 $ 61.66 1 $ 63.17 1 $ 65.04 2 $ 64.55 2 $ 64.84 2 $ 66.43 2 $ 68.40 3 $ 67.90 3 $ 68.19 3 $ 69.86 3 $ 71.94 4 $ 71.43 4 $ 71.72 4 $ 73.48 4 $ 75.66 5 $ 75.14 $13,024.51 $156,294.07 5 $ 75.43 $ 13,074.77 $156,897.27 5 $ 77.29 $13,396.62 $160,759.38 5 $ 79.58 $13,793.87 $165,526.40 1 $ 52.84 1 $ 53.13 1 $ 54.43 1 $ 56.03 2 $ 55.58 2 $ 55.87 2 $ 57.23 2 $ 58.92 3 $ 58.46 3 $ 58.75 3 $ 60.18 3 $ 61.96 4 $ 61.49 4 $ 61.78 4 $ 63.29 4 $ 65.16 5 $ 64.68 $11,210.94 $134,531.28 5 $ 64.97 $ 11,261.21 $135,134.48 5 $ 66.56 $11,537.71 $138,452.52 5 $ 68.53 $11,878.53 $142,542.40 1 $ 49.78 1 $ 50.07 1 $ 52.65 1 $ 54.19 2 $ 52.35 2 $ 52.64 2 $ 55.36 2 $ 56.98 3 $ 55.06 3 $ 55.35 3 $ 58.21 3 $ 59.92 4 $ 57.91 4 $ 58.20 4 $ 61.21 4 $ 63.01 5 $ 60.91 $10,557.46 $126,689.47 5 $ 61.20 $ 10,607.72 $127,292.67 5 $ 64.37 $11,157.35 $133,888.22 5 $ 66.27 $11,486.80 $137,841.60 1 $ 54.40 1 $ 54.69 1 $ 56.83 1 $ 58.50 2 $ 57.22 2 $ 57.51 2 $ 59.76 2 $ 61.52 3 $ 60.19 3 $ 60.48 3 $ 62.84 3 $ 64.70 4 $ 63.31 4 $ 63.60 4 $ 66.09 4 $ 68.04 5 $ 66.60 $11,544.10 $138,529.25 5 $ 66.89 $ 11,594.37 $139,132.45 5 $ 69.50 $12,047.44 $144,569.27 5 $ 71.56 $12,403.73 $148,844.80 1 $ 58.02 1 $ 58.31 1 $ 60.58 1 $ 62.38 2 $ 61.03 2 $ 61.32 2 $ 63.71 2 $ 65.60 3 $ 64.20 3 $ 64.49 3 $ 67.00 3 $ 68.99 4 $ 67.53 4 $ 67.82 4 $ 70.47 4 $ 72.56 5 $ 71.04 $12,313.95 $147,767.36 5 $ 71.33 $ 12,364.21 $148,370.56 5 $ 74.12 $12,847.90 $154,174.75 5 $ 76.32 $13,228.80 $158,745.60 244 Non‐Exempt Assoc Buyer 269 Non‐Exempt Assoc Res Planner 247 Non‐Exempt Assoc Power Engr 353 Non‐Exempt Assoc Planner 333 Non‐Exempt Assoc Engineer 555 Non‐Exempt Assoc. Sustainability Program Admin 268 Non‐Exempt Asst Res Planner 256 Non‐Exempt Asst Power Engr 330 Non‐Exempt Asst Engineer 300 Non‐Exempt Bldg Inspector Spec 299 Non‐Exempt Bldg Inspector Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 386 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 31.68 1 $ 31.97 1 $ 34.49 1 $ 35.49 2 $ 33.30 2 $ 33.59 2 $ 36.24 2 $ 37.30 3 $ 35.01 3 $ 35.30 3 $ 38.09 3 $ 39.20 4 $ 36.81 4 $ 37.10 4 $ 40.03 4 $ 41.20 5 $ 38.70 $ 6,708.24 $ 80,498.91 5 $ 38.99 $ 6,758.51 $ 81,102.11 5 $ 42.08 $ 7,293.63 $ 87,523.56 5 $ 43.31 $ 7,507.07 $ 90,084.80 1 $ 33.84 1 $ 34.13 1 $ 36.82 1 $ 37.90 2 $ 35.58 2 $ 35.87 2 $ 38.70 2 $ 39.83 3 $ 37.41 3 $ 37.70 3 $ 40.68 3 $ 41.87 4 $ 39.33 4 $ 39.62 4 $ 42.76 4 $ 44.01 5 $ 41.35 $ 7,167.58 $ 86,010.91 5 $ 41.64 $ 7,217.84 $ 86,614.11 5 $ 44.94 $ 7,790.45 $ 93,485.37 5 $ 46.26 $ 8,018.40 $ 96,220.80 1 $ 42.38 1 $ 42.67 1 $ 44.01 1 $ 45.30 2 $ 44.56 2 $ 44.85 2 $ 46.27 2 $ 47.62 3 $ 46.86 3 $ 47.15 3 $ 48.64 3 $ 50.07 4 $ 49.28 4 $ 49.57 4 $ 51.14 4 $ 52.64 5 $ 51.82 $ 8,982.86 $107,794.34 5 $ 52.11 $ 9,033.13 $108,397.54 5 $ 53.77 $ 9,319.46 $111,833.46 5 $ 55.35 $ 9,594.00 $115,128.00 1 $ 73.85 1 $ 74.14 1 $ 75.97 1 $ 78.21 2 $ 77.69 2 $ 77.98 2 $ 79.91 2 $ 82.27 3 $ 81.73 3 $ 82.02 3 $ 84.05 3 $ 86.54 4 $ 85.99 4 $ 86.28 4 $ 88.41 4 $ 91.03 5 $ 90.47 $15,681.05 $188,172.59 5 $ 90.76 $ 15,731.32 $188,775.79 5 $ 93.00 $16,119.57 $193,434.87 5 $ 95.76 $16,598.40 $199,180.80 1 $ 73.85 1 $ 74.14 1 $ 75.97 1 $ 78.21 2 $ 77.69 2 $ 77.98 2 $ 79.91 2 $ 82.27 3 $ 81.73 3 $ 82.02 3 $ 84.05 3 $ 86.54 4 $ 85.99 4 $ 86.28 4 $ 88.41 4 $ 91.03 5 $ 90.47 $15,681.05 $188,172.59 5 $ 90.76 $ 15,731.32 $188,775.79 5 $ 93.00 $16,119.57 $193,434.87 5 $ 95.76 $16,598.40 $199,180.80 1 $ 52.58 1 $ 52.87 1 $ 54.16 1 $ 55.77 2 $ 55.30 2 $ 55.59 2 $ 56.95 2 $ 58.64 3 $ 58.16 3 $ 58.45 3 $ 59.89 3 $ 61.66 4 $ 61.18 4 $ 61.47 4 $ 62.98 4 $ 64.84 5 $ 64.36 $11,155.59 $133,867.02 5 $ 64.65 $ 11,205.85 $134,470.22 5 $ 66.24 $11,480.97 $137,771.66 5 $ 68.19 $11,819.60 $141,835.20 1 $ 53.22 1 $ 53.51 1 $ 56.49 1 $ 58.15 2 $ 55.98 2 $ 56.27 2 $ 59.40 2 $ 61.15 3 $ 58.88 3 $ 59.17 3 $ 62.46 3 $ 64.31 4 $ 61.93 4 $ 62.22 4 $ 65.69 4 $ 67.63 5 $ 65.15 $11,292.39 $135,508.67 5 $ 65.44 $ 11,342.66 $136,111.87 5 $ 69.09 $11,975.44 $143,705.30 5 $ 71.13 $12,329.20 $147,950.40 1 $ 65.11 1 $ 65.40 1 $ 69.06 1 $ 71.10 2 $ 68.49 2 $ 68.78 2 $ 72.63 2 $ 74.78 3 $ 72.05 3 $ 72.34 3 $ 76.39 3 $ 78.65 4 $ 75.80 4 $ 76.09 4 $ 80.35 4 $ 82.73 5 $ 79.74 $13,822.40 $165,868.77 5 $ 80.03 $ 13,872.66 $166,471.97 5 $ 84.51 $14,649.14 $175,789.69 5 $ 87.02 $15,083.47 $181,001.60 1 $ 55.56 1 $ 55.85 1 $ 57.63 1 $ 59.33 2 $ 58.44 2 $ 58.73 2 $ 60.60 2 $ 62.39 3 $ 61.47 3 $ 61.76 3 $ 63.73 3 $ 65.61 4 $ 64.66 4 $ 64.95 4 $ 67.02 4 $ 69.00 5 $ 68.02 $11,790.31 $141,483.68 5 $ 68.31 $ 11,840.57 $142,086.88 5 $ 70.49 $12,217.92 $146,614.99 5 $ 72.57 $12,578.80 $150,945.60 1 $ 45.35 1 $ 45.64 1 $ 47.68 1 $ 49.09 2 $ 47.69 2 $ 47.98 2 $ 50.13 2 $ 51.61 3 $ 50.15 3 $ 50.44 3 $ 52.71 3 $ 54.26 4 $ 52.74 4 $ 53.03 4 $ 55.42 4 $ 57.05 5 $ 55.47 $ 9,614.90 $115,378.85 5 $ 55.76 $ 9,665.17 $115,982.05 5 $ 58.27 $10,100.86 $121,210.34 5 $ 59.99 $10,398.27 $124,779.20 1 $ 48.46 1 $ 48.75 1 $ 50.93 1 $ 52.43 2 $ 50.96 2 $ 51.25 2 $ 53.55 2 $ 55.13 3 $ 53.60 3 $ 53.89 3 $ 56.31 3 $ 57.97 4 $ 56.37 4 $ 56.66 4 $ 59.21 4 $ 60.96 5 $ 59.29 $10,276.93 $123,323.20 5 $ 59.58 $ 10,327.20 $123,926.40 5 $ 62.27 $10,793.47 $129,521.60 5 $ 64.11 $11,112.40 $133,348.80 371 Non‐Exempt Bldg Serviceperson-L 370 Non‐Exempt Bldg Serviceperson 212 Non‐Exempt Buyer 3400 Non‐Exempt Business Analyst - S 340 Non‐Exempt Business Analyst 355 Non‐Exempt Bldg/Plg Technician 408 Non‐Exempt Cement Finisher 208 Non‐Exempt CDBG Coordinator 536 Non‐Exempt Cathodic Tech 464 Non‐Exempt Cathodic Protection Tech Assistant 409 Non‐Exempt Cement Finisher Lead Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 387 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 52.42 1 $ 52.71 1 $ 54.00 1 $ 55.59 2 $ 55.13 2 $ 55.42 2 $ 56.78 2 $ 58.45 3 $ 57.99 3 $ 58.28 3 $ 59.71 3 $ 61.47 4 $ 61.00 4 $ 61.29 4 $ 62.79 4 $ 64.64 5 $ 64.16 $11,121.07 $133,452.80 5 $ 64.45 $ 11,171.33 $134,056.00 5 $ 66.03 $11,445.59 $137,347.08 5 $ 67.98 $11,783.20 $141,398.40 1 $ 58.15 1 $ 58.44 1 $ 60.72 1 $ 62.50 2 $ 61.16 2 $ 61.45 2 $ 63.85 2 $ 65.73 3 $ 64.33 3 $ 64.62 3 $ 67.15 3 $ 69.13 4 $ 67.67 4 $ 67.96 4 $ 70.62 4 $ 72.71 5 $ 71.19 $12,339.67 $148,076.03 5 $ 71.48 $ 12,389.94 $148,679.23 5 $ 74.28 $12,874.64 $154,495.70 5 $ 76.48 $13,256.53 $159,078.40 1 $ 52.31 1 $ 52.60 1 $ 54.65 1 $ 56.26 2 $ 55.02 2 $ 55.31 2 $ 57.46 2 $ 59.16 3 $ 57.87 3 $ 58.16 3 $ 60.42 3 $ 62.21 4 $ 60.87 4 $ 61.16 4 $ 63.54 4 $ 65.42 5 $ 64.02 $11,097.63 $133,171.58 5 $ 64.31 $ 11,147.90 $133,774.78 5 $ 66.83 $11,583.21 $138,998.56 5 $ 68.80 $11,925.33 $143,104.00 1 $ 55.91 1 $ 56.20 1 $ 58.40 1 $ 60.11 2 $ 58.81 2 $ 59.10 2 $ 61.41 2 $ 63.21 3 $ 61.86 3 $ 62.15 3 $ 64.58 3 $ 66.48 4 $ 65.07 4 $ 65.36 4 $ 67.92 4 $ 69.92 5 $ 68.45 $11,864.67 $142,376.00 5 $ 68.74 $ 11,914.93 $142,979.20 5 $ 71.43 $12,381.20 $148,574.40 5 $ 73.54 $12,746.93 $152,963.20 1 $ 51.77 1 $ 52.06 1 $ 53.33 1 $ 54.90 2 $ 54.45 2 $ 54.74 2 $ 56.08 2 $ 57.73 3 $ 57.27 3 $ 57.56 3 $ 58.97 3 $ 60.71 4 $ 60.24 4 $ 60.53 4 $ 62.01 4 $ 63.84 5 $ 63.36 $10,983.18 $131,798.12 5 $ 63.65 $ 11,033.44 $132,401.32 5 $ 65.22 $11,304.25 $135,651.03 5 $ 67.14 $11,637.60 $139,651.20 1 $ 39.63 1 $ 39.92 1 $ 41.41 1 $ 42.62 2 $ 41.67 2 $ 41.96 2 $ 43.53 2 $ 44.80 3 $ 43.82 3 $ 44.11 3 $ 45.76 3 $ 47.10 4 $ 46.08 4 $ 46.37 4 $ 48.11 4 $ 49.52 5 $ 48.46 $ 8,400.43 $100,805.12 5 $ 48.75 $ 8,450.69 $101,408.32 5 $ 50.58 $ 8,767.40 $105,208.79 5 $ 52.07 $ 9,025.47 $108,305.60 1 $ 42.35 1 $ 42.64 1 $ 44.23 1 $ 45.53 2 $ 44.53 2 $ 44.82 2 $ 46.50 2 $ 47.86 3 $ 46.83 3 $ 47.12 3 $ 48.89 3 $ 50.32 4 $ 49.25 4 $ 49.54 4 $ 51.40 4 $ 52.91 5 $ 51.80 $ 8,978.67 $107,744.00 5 $ 52.09 $ 9,028.93 $108,347.20 5 $ 54.04 $ 9,366.93 $112,403.20 5 $ 55.63 $ 9,642.53 $115,710.40 1 $ 53.75 1 $ 54.04 1 $ 55.36 1 $ 56.98 2 $ 56.53 2 $ 56.82 2 $ 58.21 2 $ 59.92 3 $ 59.46 3 $ 59.75 3 $ 61.21 3 $ 63.01 4 $ 62.54 4 $ 62.83 4 $ 64.37 4 $ 66.27 5 $ 65.78 $11,402.44 $136,829.30 5 $ 66.07 $ 11,452.71 $137,432.50 5 $ 67.70 $11,734.00 $140,808.00 5 $ 69.70 $12,081.33 $144,976.00 1 $ 51.98 1 $ 52.27 1 $ 53.92 1 $ 55.51 2 $ 54.67 2 $ 54.96 2 $ 56.70 2 $ 58.37 3 $ 57.50 3 $ 57.79 3 $ 59.62 3 $ 61.38 4 $ 60.48 4 $ 60.77 4 $ 62.70 4 $ 64.55 5 $ 63.62 $11,027.81 $132,333.76 5 $ 63.91 $ 11,078.08 $132,936.96 5 $ 65.94 $11,430.23 $137,162.75 5 $ 67.89 $11,767.60 $141,211.20 1 $ 51.12 1 $ 51.41 1 $ 52.66 1 $ 54.20 2 $ 53.76 2 $ 54.05 2 $ 55.37 2 $ 56.99 3 $ 56.54 3 $ 56.83 3 $ 58.22 3 $ 59.93 4 $ 59.47 4 $ 59.76 4 $ 61.22 4 $ 63.02 5 $ 62.55 $10,841.95 $130,103.43 5 $ 62.84 $ 10,892.22 $130,706.63 5 $ 64.38 $11,159.50 $133,913.98 5 $ 66.28 $11,488.53 $137,862.40 1 $ 44.03 1 $ 44.32 1 $ 45.40 1 $ 46.73 2 $ 46.30 2 $ 46.59 2 $ 47.73 2 $ 49.13 3 $ 48.69 3 $ 48.98 3 $ 50.18 3 $ 51.65 4 $ 51.21 4 $ 51.50 4 $ 52.76 4 $ 54.31 5 $ 53.86 $ 9,335.18 $112,022.19 5 $ 54.15 $ 9,385.45 $112,625.39 5 $ 55.47 $ 9,615.06 $115,380.70 5 $ 57.11 $ 9,899.07 $118,788.80 301 Non‐Exempt Code Enforcement Off 239 Non‐Exempt Chf Inspec WGW 502 Non‐Exempt Chemist 320 Non‐Exempt Community Service Officer - Lead 702 Non‐Exempt Community Serv Offcr 306 Non‐Exempt Comm Tech 560 Non‐Exempt Code Enforcement Off - L 317 Non‐Exempt Coord Rec Prog 342 Non‐Exempt Coord Pub Wks Proj 255 Non‐Exempt Coord Library Prog 341 Non‐Exempt Coor Trans Sys Mgmt Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 388 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 55.12 1 $ 55.41 1 $ 56.77 1 $ 58.44 2 $ 57.97 2 $ 58.26 2 $ 59.70 2 $ 61.45 3 $ 60.98 3 $ 61.27 3 $ 62.78 3 $ 64.62 4 $ 64.14 4 $ 64.43 4 $ 66.02 4 $ 67.96 5 $ 67.47 $11,695.42 $140,345.10 5 $ 67.76 $ 11,745.69 $140,948.30 5 $ 69.43 $12,034.31 $144,411.69 5 $ 71.48 $12,389.87 $148,678.40 1 $ 49.09 1 $ 49.38 1 $ 50.59 1 $ 52.07 2 $ 51.63 2 $ 51.92 2 $ 53.19 2 $ 54.75 3 $ 54.30 3 $ 54.59 3 $ 55.93 3 $ 57.57 4 $ 57.11 4 $ 57.40 4 $ 58.81 4 $ 60.54 5 $ 60.07 $10,412.49 $124,949.84 5 $ 60.36 $ 10,462.75 $125,553.04 5 $ 61.84 $10,719.30 $128,631.55 5 $ 63.67 $11,036.13 $132,433.60 1 $ 51.32 1 $ 51.61 1 $ 53.55 1 $ 55.12 2 $ 53.98 2 $ 54.27 2 $ 56.31 2 $ 57.96 3 $ 56.77 3 $ 57.06 3 $ 59.21 3 $ 60.95 4 $ 59.71 4 $ 60.00 4 $ 62.26 4 $ 64.10 5 $ 62.81 $10,886.34 $130,636.06 5 $ 63.10 $ 10,936.61 $131,239.26 5 $ 65.47 $11,348.75 $136,184.95 5 $ 67.41 $11,684.40 $140,212.80 1 $ 51.32 1 $ 51.61 1 $ 53.55 1 $ 55.12 2 $ 53.98 2 $ 54.27 2 $ 56.31 2 $ 57.96 3 $ 56.77 3 $ 57.06 3 $ 59.21 3 $ 60.95 4 $ 59.71 4 $ 60.00 4 $ 62.26 4 $ 64.10 5 $ 62.81 $10,886.34 $130,636.06 5 $ 63.10 $ 10,936.61 $131,239.26 5 $ 65.47 $11,348.75 $136,184.95 5 $ 67.41 $11,684.40 $140,212.80 1 $ 43.56 1 $ 43.85 1 $ 46.10 1 $ 47.46 2 $ 45.81 2 $ 46.10 2 $ 48.47 2 $ 49.90 3 $ 48.17 3 $ 48.46 3 $ 50.96 3 $ 52.46 4 $ 50.66 4 $ 50.95 4 $ 53.58 4 $ 55.16 5 $ 53.28 $ 9,235.20 $110,822.40 5 $ 53.57 $ 9,285.47 $111,425.60 5 $ 56.34 $ 9,765.60 $117,187.20 5 $ 58.00 $10,053.33 $120,640.00 1 $ 38.25 1 $ 38.54 1 $ 40.52 1 $ 41.71 2 $ 40.22 2 $ 40.51 2 $ 42.59 2 $ 43.84 3 $ 42.29 3 $ 42.58 3 $ 44.77 3 $ 46.09 4 $ 44.47 4 $ 44.76 4 $ 47.07 4 $ 48.45 5 $ 46.77 $8,106.45 $97,277.44 5 $ 47.06 $8,156.72 $97,880.64 5 $ 49.48 $8,576.90 $102,922.78 5 $ 50.94 $8,829.60 $105,955.20 1 $ 40.76 1 $ 41.05 1 $ 43.16 1 $ 44.42 2 $ 42.86 2 $ 43.15 2 $ 45.37 2 $ 46.70 3 $ 45.07 3 $ 45.36 3 $ 47.70 3 $ 49.10 4 $ 47.40 4 $ 47.69 4 $ 50.15 4 $ 51.62 5 $ 49.85 $ 8,641.12 $103,693.41 5 $ 50.14 $ 8,691.38 $104,296.61 5 $ 52.73 $ 9,139.80 $109,677.61 5 $ 54.28 $ 9,408.53 $112,902.40 1 $ 50.34 1 $ 50.63 1 $ 52.94 1 $ 54.50 2 $ 52.94 2 $ 53.23 2 $ 55.67 2 $ 57.31 3 $ 55.68 3 $ 55.97 3 $ 58.54 3 $ 60.27 4 $ 58.56 4 $ 58.85 4 $ 61.56 4 $ 63.38 5 $ 61.60 $10,676.88 $128,122.59 5 $ 61.89 $ 10,727.15 $128,725.79 5 $ 64.74 $11,220.81 $134,649.74 5 $ 66.65 $11,552.67 $138,632.00 1 $ 42.01 1 $ 42.30 1 $ 43.94 1 $ 45.23 2 $ 44.17 2 $ 44.46 2 $ 46.19 2 $ 47.55 3 $ 46.45 3 $ 46.74 3 $ 48.56 3 $ 49.99 4 $ 48.85 4 $ 49.14 4 $ 51.05 4 $ 52.56 5 $ 51.38 $ 8,905.69 $106,868.32 5 $ 51.67 $ 8,955.96 $107,471.52 5 $ 53.68 $ 9,304.11 $111,649.31 5 $ 55.26 $ 9,578.40 $114,940.80 1 $ 47.60 1 $ 47.89 1 $ 49.76 1 $ 51.22 2 $ 50.06 2 $ 50.35 2 $ 52.32 2 $ 53.85 3 $ 52.65 3 $ 52.94 3 $ 55.01 3 $ 56.62 4 $ 55.38 4 $ 55.67 4 $ 57.84 4 $ 59.54 5 $ 58.25 $10,096.29 $121,155.42 5 $ 58.54 $ 10,146.55 $121,758.62 5 $ 60.82 $10,542.05 $126,504.56 5 $ 62.61 $10,852.40 $130,228.80 1 $ 52.41 1 $ 52.70 1 $ 54.75 1 $ 56.36 2 $ 55.12 2 $ 55.41 2 $ 57.57 2 $ 59.27 3 $ 57.98 3 $ 58.27 3 $ 60.54 3 $ 62.33 4 $ 60.99 4 $ 61.28 4 $ 63.67 4 $ 65.55 5 $ 64.15 $11,119.68 $133,436.16 5 $ 64.44 $ 11,169.95 $134,039.36 5 $ 66.96 $11,606.14 $139,273.65 5 $ 68.94 $11,949.60 $143,395.20 214 Non‐Exempt Crime Analyst 205 Non‐Exempt Court Liaison Officer 242 Non‐Exempt Coord Zero Waste 344 Non‐Exempt Coord Utility Proj 260 Non‐Exempt Desktop Technician 217 Non‐Exempt Cust Svc Spec 218 Non‐Exempt Cust Svc Represent 415 Non‐Exempt Cust Srv Specialist-L 516 Non‐Exempt Development Project Coordinator III 515 Non‐Exempt Development Project Coordinator II 514 Non‐Exempt Development Project Coordinator I Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 389 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 39.47 1 $ 39.76 1 $ 40.73 1 $ 41.92 2 $ 41.50 2 $ 41.79 2 $ 42.81 2 $ 44.06 3 $ 43.64 3 $ 43.93 3 $ 45.00 3 $ 46.32 4 $ 45.89 4 $ 46.18 4 $ 47.31 4 $ 48.70 5 $ 48.26 $ 8,365.24 $100,382.94 5 $ 48.55 $ 8,415.51 $100,986.14 5 $ 49.74 $ 8,620.87 $103,450.47 5 $ 51.20 $ 8,874.67 $106,496.00 1 $ 46.18 1 $ 46.47 1 $ 47.60 1 $ 48.99 2 $ 48.56 2 $ 48.85 2 $ 50.04 2 $ 51.51 3 $ 51.07 3 $ 51.36 3 $ 52.61 3 $ 54.16 4 $ 53.71 4 $ 54.00 4 $ 55.32 4 $ 56.95 5 $ 56.49 $ 9,791.71 $117,500.52 5 $ 56.78 $ 9,841.98 $118,103.72 5 $ 58.17 $10,083.00 $120,995.99 5 $ 59.89 $10,380.93 $124,571.20 1 $ 57.94 1 $ 58.23 1 $ 59.65 1 $ 61.41 2 $ 60.94 2 $ 61.23 2 $ 62.73 2 $ 64.58 3 $ 64.10 3 $ 64.39 3 $ 65.97 3 $ 67.92 4 $ 67.43 4 $ 67.72 4 $ 69.38 4 $ 71.43 5 $ 70.93 $12,294.86 $147,538.36 5 $ 71.22 $ 12,345.13 $148,141.56 5 $ 72.97 $12,648.73 $151,784.78 5 $ 75.13 $13,022.53 $156,270.40 1 $ 81.12 1 $ 81.41 1 $ 83.41 1 $ 85.89 2 $ 85.34 2 $ 85.63 2 $ 87.74 2 $ 90.35 3 $ 89.79 3 $ 90.08 3 $ 92.30 3 $ 95.04 4 $ 94.47 4 $ 94.76 4 $ 97.10 4 $ 99.98 5 $ 99.40 $17,228.76 $206,745.08 5 $ 99.69 $ 17,279.02 $207,348.28 5 $ 102.15 $17,705.97 $212,471.67 5 $ 105.18 $18,231.20 $218,774.40 1 $ 61.94 1 $ 62.23 1 $ 63.75 1 $ 65.63 2 $ 65.15 2 $ 65.44 2 $ 67.04 2 $ 69.02 3 $ 68.53 3 $ 68.82 3 $ 70.51 3 $ 72.59 4 $ 72.09 4 $ 72.38 4 $ 74.16 4 $ 76.35 5 $ 75.84 $13,145.60 $157,747.20 5 $ 76.13 $ 13,195.87 $158,350.40 5 $ 78.00 $13,520.00 $162,240.00 5 $ 80.31 $13,920.40 $167,044.80 1 $ 59.18 1 $ 59.47 1 $ 60.92 1 $ 62.72 2 $ 62.25 2 $ 62.54 2 $ 64.07 2 $ 65.96 3 $ 65.48 3 $ 65.77 3 $ 67.38 3 $ 69.37 4 $ 68.88 4 $ 69.17 4 $ 70.87 4 $ 72.96 5 $ 72.45 $12,558.83 $150,705.91 5 $ 72.74 $ 12,609.09 $151,309.11 5 $ 74.53 $12,919.29 $155,031.51 5 $ 76.74 $13,301.60 $159,619.20 1 $ 56.00 1 $ 56.29 1 $ 57.67 1 $ 59.37 2 $ 58.90 2 $ 59.19 2 $ 60.64 2 $ 62.43 3 $ 61.95 3 $ 62.24 3 $ 63.77 3 $ 65.65 4 $ 65.16 4 $ 65.45 4 $ 67.06 4 $ 69.04 5 $ 68.54 $11,881.05 $142,572.56 5 $ 68.83 $ 11,931.31 $143,175.76 5 $ 70.53 $12,224.57 $146,694.84 5 $ 72.61 $12,585.73 $151,028.80 1 $ 53.06 1 $ 53.35 1 $ 54.65 1 $ 56.27 2 $ 55.81 2 $ 56.10 2 $ 57.47 2 $ 59.17 3 $ 58.70 3 $ 58.99 3 $ 60.43 3 $ 62.22 4 $ 61.74 4 $ 62.03 4 $ 63.55 4 $ 65.43 5 $ 64.94 $11,256.13 $135,073.51 5 $ 65.23 $ 11,306.39 $135,676.71 5 $ 66.83 $11,584.03 $139,008.31 5 $ 68.81 $11,927.07 $143,124.80 1 $ 59.89 1 $ 60.18 1 $ 61.67 1 $ 63.48 2 $ 63.00 2 $ 63.29 2 $ 64.85 2 $ 66.76 3 $ 66.27 3 $ 66.56 3 $ 68.20 3 $ 70.21 4 $ 69.71 4 $ 70.00 4 $ 71.73 4 $ 73.84 5 $ 73.34 $12,711.89 $152,542.65 5 $ 73.63 $ 12,762.15 $153,145.85 5 $ 75.44 $13,076.18 $156,914.17 5 $ 77.67 $13,462.80 $161,553.60 1 $ 40.77 1 $ 41.06 1 $ 42.06 1 $ 43.29 2 $ 42.87 2 $ 43.16 2 $ 44.21 2 $ 45.51 3 $ 45.08 3 $ 45.37 3 $ 46.48 3 $ 47.84 4 $ 47.41 4 $ 47.70 4 $ 48.86 4 $ 50.30 5 $ 49.86 $ 8,642.27 $103,707.19 5 $ 50.15 $ 8,692.53 $104,310.39 5 $ 51.37 $ 8,904.82 $106,857.83 5 $ 52.89 $ 9,167.60 $110,011.20 1 $ 40.73 1 $ 41.02 1 $ 42.41 1 $ 43.65 2 $ 42.83 2 $ 43.12 2 $ 44.58 2 $ 45.89 3 $ 45.04 3 $ 45.33 3 $ 46.86 3 $ 48.24 4 $ 47.36 4 $ 47.65 4 $ 49.27 4 $ 50.72 5 $ 49.81 $ 8,633.77 $103,605.22 5 $ 50.10 $ 8,684.03 $104,208.42 5 $ 51.81 $ 8,979.92 $107,759.09 5 $ 53.33 $ 9,243.87 $110,926.40 293 Non‐Exempt Educator 292 Non‐Exempt Electric Underground Inspector - Lead 345 Non‐Exempt Electric Project Engineer 267 Non‐Exempt Elec Undgd Inspec 533 Non‐Exempt Elec Asst I 535 Non‐Exempt Electrician-Lead 529 Non‐Exempt Electrician-Appren 530 Non‐Exempt Electrician 527 Non‐Exempt Electrical Equipment Tech 311 Non‐Exempt Eng Tech I 399 Non‐Exempt Emergency Med Svs Data Specialist Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 390 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 71.75 1 $ 72.04 1 $ 73.81 1 $ 75.99 2 $ 75.48 2 $ 75.77 2 $ 77.63 2 $ 79.93 3 $ 79.41 3 $ 79.70 3 $ 81.65 3 $ 84.08 4 $ 83.54 4 $ 83.83 4 $ 85.89 4 $ 88.44 5 $ 87.89 $15,233.55 $182,802.60 5 $ 88.18 $ 15,283.82 $183,405.80 5 $ 90.35 $15,660.89 $187,930.62 5 $ 93.03 $16,125.20 $193,502.40 1 $ 44.00 1 $ 44.29 1 $ 45.79 1 $ 47.13 2 $ 46.27 2 $ 46.56 2 $ 48.14 2 $ 49.55 3 $ 48.66 3 $ 48.95 3 $ 50.61 3 $ 52.10 4 $ 51.17 4 $ 51.46 4 $ 53.21 4 $ 54.78 5 $ 53.82 $ 9,328.28 $111,939.36 5 $ 54.11 $ 9,378.55 $112,542.56 5 $ 55.95 $ 9,698.66 $116,383.94 5 $ 57.60 $ 9,984.00 $119,808.00 1 $ 49.03 1 $ 49.32 1 $ 51.00 1 $ 52.51 2 $ 51.56 2 $ 51.85 2 $ 53.62 2 $ 55.21 3 $ 54.23 3 $ 54.52 3 $ 56.38 3 $ 58.05 4 $ 57.04 4 $ 57.33 4 $ 59.29 4 $ 61.04 5 $ 60.00 $10,399.45 $124,793.34 5 $ 60.29 $ 10,449.71 $125,396.54 5 $ 62.35 $10,807.19 $129,686.27 5 $ 64.19 $11,126.27 $133,515.20 1 $ 59.08 1 $ 59.37 1 $ 60.81 1 $ 62.62 2 $ 62.14 2 $ 62.43 2 $ 63.95 2 $ 65.85 3 $ 65.36 3 $ 65.65 3 $ 67.25 3 $ 69.25 4 $ 68.75 4 $ 69.04 4 $ 70.73 4 $ 72.83 5 $ 72.32 $12,535.38 $150,424.61 5 $ 72.61 $ 12,585.65 $151,027.81 5 $ 74.40 $12,895.27 $154,743.18 5 $ 76.60 $13,277.33 $159,328.00 1 $ 34.68 1 $ 34.97 1 $ 37.73 1 $ 38.83 2 $ 36.46 2 $ 36.75 2 $ 39.65 2 $ 40.81 3 $ 38.33 3 $ 38.62 3 $ 41.68 3 $ 42.90 4 $ 40.30 4 $ 40.59 4 $ 43.81 4 $ 45.10 5 $ 42.38 $ 7,345.80 $ 88,149.57 5 $ 42.67 $ 7,396.06 $ 88,752.77 5 $ 46.06 $ 7,983.21 $ 95,798.55 5 $ 47.41 $ 8,217.73 $ 98,612.80 1 $ 44.48 1 $ 44.77 1 $ 46.78 1 $ 48.16 2 $ 46.77 2 $ 47.06 2 $ 49.18 2 $ 50.63 3 $ 49.19 3 $ 49.48 3 $ 51.71 3 $ 53.23 4 $ 51.73 4 $ 52.02 4 $ 54.37 4 $ 55.97 5 $ 54.41 $ 9,431.17 $113,174.05 5 $ 54.70 $ 9,481.44 $113,777.25 5 $ 57.17 $ 9,908.67 $118,904.04 5 $ 58.85 $10,200.67 $122,408.00 1 $ 47.53 1 $ 47.82 1 $ 49.97 1 $ 51.43 2 $ 49.99 2 $ 50.28 2 $ 52.54 2 $ 54.08 3 $ 52.58 3 $ 52.87 3 $ 55.24 3 $ 56.87 4 $ 55.30 4 $ 55.59 4 $ 58.09 4 $ 59.80 5 $ 58.16 $10,081.07 $120,972.80 5 $ 58.45 $ 10,131.33 $121,576.00 5 $ 61.09 $10,588.93 $127,067.20 5 $ 62.89 $10,900.93 $130,811.20 1 $ 39.05 1 $ 39.34 1 $ 40.99 1 $ 42.19 2 $ 41.06 2 $ 41.35 2 $ 43.09 2 $ 44.35 3 $ 43.18 3 $ 43.47 3 $ 45.30 3 $ 46.62 4 $ 45.41 4 $ 45.70 4 $ 47.62 4 $ 49.01 5 $ 47.75 $ 8,277.33 $ 99,327.90 5 $ 48.04 $ 8,327.59 $ 99,931.10 5 $ 50.06 $ 8,677.19 $104,126.33 5 $ 51.53 $ 8,931.87 $107,182.40 1 $ 34.71 1 $ 35.00 1 $ 35.84 1 $ 36.89 2 $ 36.49 2 $ 36.78 2 $ 37.67 2 $ 38.77 3 $ 38.36 3 $ 38.65 3 $ 39.59 3 $ 40.75 4 $ 40.33 4 $ 40.62 4 $ 41.61 4 $ 42.83 5 $ 42.41 $ 7,350.91 $ 88,210.97 5 $ 42.70 $ 7,401.18 $ 88,814.17 5 $ 43.74 $ 7,581.18 $ 90,974.20 5 $ 45.02 $ 7,803.47 $ 93,641.60 1 $ 46.70 1 $ 46.99 1 $ 48.14 1 $ 49.55 2 $ 49.11 2 $ 49.40 2 $ 50.61 2 $ 52.10 3 $ 51.65 3 $ 51.94 3 $ 53.21 3 $ 54.78 4 $ 54.32 4 $ 54.61 4 $ 55.95 4 $ 57.60 5 $ 57.13 $ 9,903.38 $118,840.60 5 $ 57.42 $ 9,953.65 $119,443.80 5 $ 58.83 $10,197.46 $122,369.58 5 $ 60.57 $10,498.80 $125,985.60 1 $ 46.57 1 $ 46.86 1 $ 48.00 1 $ 49.41 2 $ 48.97 2 $ 49.26 2 $ 50.46 2 $ 51.95 3 $ 51.50 3 $ 51.79 3 $ 53.05 3 $ 54.62 4 $ 54.16 4 $ 54.45 4 $ 55.78 4 $ 57.43 5 $ 56.96 $ 9,873.78 $118,485.36 5 $ 57.25 $ 9,924.05 $119,088.56 5 $ 58.66 $10,167.12 $122,005.45 5 $ 60.39 $10,467.60 $125,611.20 323 Non‐Exempt Engr Tech II 332 Non‐Exempt Engineer 396 Non‐Exempt Equip Operator 211 Non‐Exempt Equip Maint Serv Per 257 Non‐Exempt Environmental Spec 319 Non‐Exempt Engr Tech III 374 Non‐Exempt Facilities Carpenter 203 Non‐Exempt Facilities Asst 250 Non‐Exempt Equip Parts Tech 397 Non‐Exempt Equip Operator - Lead 375 Non‐Exempt Facilities Elect Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 391 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 60.89 1 $ 61.18 1 $ 62.67 1 $ 64.53 2 $ 64.05 2 $ 64.34 2 $ 65.91 2 $ 67.86 3 $ 67.37 3 $ 67.66 3 $ 69.32 3 $ 71.37 4 $ 70.87 4 $ 71.16 4 $ 72.91 4 $ 75.06 5 $ 74.55 $12,922.26 $155,067.09 5 $ 74.84 $ 12,972.52 $155,670.29 5 $ 76.68 $13,291.81 $159,501.72 5 $ 78.95 $13,684.67 $164,216.00 1 $ 44.97 1 $ 45.26 1 $ 46.36 1 $ 47.72 2 $ 47.29 2 $ 47.58 2 $ 48.74 2 $ 50.17 3 $ 49.73 3 $ 50.02 3 $ 51.24 3 $ 52.75 4 $ 52.30 4 $ 52.59 4 $ 53.88 4 $ 55.47 5 $ 55.01 $ 9,535.36 $114,424.34 5 $ 55.30 $ 9,585.63 $115,027.54 5 $ 56.66 $ 9,820.24 $117,842.91 5 $ 58.33 $10,110.53 $121,326.40 1 $ 46.70 1 $ 46.99 1 $ 48.14 1 $ 49.55 2 $ 49.11 2 $ 49.40 2 $ 50.61 2 $ 52.10 3 $ 51.65 3 $ 51.94 3 $ 53.21 3 $ 54.78 4 $ 54.32 4 $ 54.61 4 $ 55.95 4 $ 57.60 5 $ 57.13 $ 9,903.38 $118,840.60 5 $ 57.42 $ 9,953.65 $119,443.80 5 $ 58.83 $10,197.46 $122,369.58 5 $ 60.57 $10,498.80 $125,985.60 1 $ 44.38 1 $ 44.67 1 $ 47.15 1 $ 48.54 2 $ 46.67 2 $ 46.96 2 $ 49.57 2 $ 51.03 3 $ 49.08 3 $ 49.37 3 $ 52.12 3 $ 53.65 4 $ 51.62 4 $ 51.91 4 $ 54.80 4 $ 56.41 5 $ 54.29 $ 9,410.96 $112,931.52 5 $ 54.58 $ 9,461.23 $113,534.72 5 $ 57.62 $ 9,987.16 $119,845.88 5 $ 59.32 $10,282.13 $123,385.60 1 $ 46.33 1 $ 46.62 1 $ 48.57 1 $ 49.99 2 $ 48.72 2 $ 49.01 2 $ 51.07 2 $ 52.56 3 $ 51.24 3 $ 51.53 3 $ 53.70 3 $ 55.27 4 $ 53.89 4 $ 54.18 4 $ 56.46 4 $ 58.12 5 $ 56.68 $ 9,824.36 $117,892.32 5 $ 56.97 $ 9,874.63 $118,495.52 5 $ 59.37 $10,290.78 $123,489.39 5 $ 61.12 $10,594.13 $127,129.60 1 $ 54.86 1 $ 55.15 1 $ 57.22 1 $ 58.91 2 $ 57.70 2 $ 57.99 2 $ 60.17 2 $ 61.95 3 $ 60.69 3 $ 60.98 3 $ 63.28 3 $ 65.15 4 $ 63.84 4 $ 64.13 4 $ 66.55 4 $ 68.52 5 $ 67.15 $11,639.65 $139,675.74 5 $ 67.44 $ 11,689.91 $140,278.94 5 $ 69.99 $12,130.97 $145,571.67 5 $ 72.06 $12,490.40 $149,884.80 1 $ 51.32 1 $ 51.61 1 $ 53.55 1 $ 55.12 2 $ 53.98 2 $ 54.27 2 $ 56.31 2 $ 57.96 3 $ 56.77 3 $ 57.06 3 $ 59.21 3 $ 60.95 4 $ 59.71 4 $ 60.00 4 $ 62.26 4 $ 64.10 5 $ 62.81 $10,886.34 $130,636.06 5 $ 63.10 $ 10,936.61 $131,239.26 5 $ 65.47 $11,348.75 $136,184.95 5 $ 67.41 $11,684.40 $140,212.80 1 $ 50.39 1 $ 50.68 1 $ 53.50 1 $ 55.07 2 $ 53.00 2 $ 53.29 2 $ 56.25 2 $ 57.91 3 $ 55.74 3 $ 56.03 3 $ 59.15 3 $ 60.90 4 $ 58.63 4 $ 58.92 4 $ 62.20 4 $ 64.04 5 $ 61.67 $10,689.74 $128,276.93 5 $ 61.96 $ 10,740.01 $128,880.13 5 $ 65.41 $11,338.57 $136,062.83 5 $ 67.35 $11,674.00 $140,088.00 1 $ 52.87 1 $ 53.16 1 $ 56.13 1 $ 57.77 2 $ 55.61 2 $ 55.90 2 $ 59.02 2 $ 60.75 3 $ 58.49 3 $ 58.78 3 $ 62.06 3 $ 63.89 4 $ 61.52 4 $ 61.81 4 $ 65.26 4 $ 67.19 5 $ 64.71 $11,217.06 $134,604.70 5 $ 65.00 $ 11,267.33 $135,207.90 5 $ 68.63 $11,895.83 $142,749.99 5 $ 70.66 $12,247.73 $146,972.80 1 $ 52.88 1 $ 53.17 1 $ 56.13 1 $ 57.77 2 $ 55.62 2 $ 55.91 2 $ 59.02 2 $ 60.75 3 $ 58.50 3 $ 58.79 3 $ 62.06 3 $ 63.89 4 $ 61.53 4 $ 61.82 4 $ 65.27 4 $ 67.19 5 $ 64.72 $11,218.90 $134,626.75 5 $ 65.01 $ 11,269.16 $135,229.95 5 $ 68.64 $11,897.77 $142,773.29 5 $ 70.67 $12,249.47 $146,993.60 1 $ 55.49 1 $ 55.78 1 $ 58.87 1 $ 60.61 2 $ 58.36 2 $ 58.65 2 $ 61.91 2 $ 63.74 3 $ 61.39 3 $ 61.68 3 $ 65.11 3 $ 67.03 4 $ 64.57 4 $ 64.86 4 $ 68.48 4 $ 70.50 5 $ 67.93 $11,773.77 $141,285.25 5 $ 68.22 $ 11,824.04 $141,888.45 5 $ 72.02 $12,484.16 $149,809.95 5 $ 74.15 $12,852.67 $154,232.00 376 Non‐Exempt Facilities Tech 377 Non‐Exempt Facilities Painter 373 Non‐Exempt Facilities Maint-L 328 Non‐Exempt Forensic Specialist 329 Non‐Exempt Forensic Coordinator 383 Non‐Exempt Fleet Svcs Coord 462 Non‐Exempt Field Service Pers WGW 416 Non‐Exempt Gas and Water Measurement and Control Technician 417 Non‐Exempt Assistant Gas and Water Measurement and Control Technician 418 Non‐Exempt Gas Measurement and Control Technician 419 Non‐Exempt Assistant Gas Measurement and Control Technician Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 392 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 62.14 1 $ 62.43 1 $ 63.95 1 $ 65.84 2 $ 65.36 2 $ 65.65 2 $ 67.25 2 $ 69.24 3 $ 68.75 3 $ 69.04 3 $ 70.73 3 $ 72.82 4 $ 72.32 4 $ 72.61 4 $ 74.39 4 $ 76.59 5 $ 76.08 $13,186.62 $158,239.44 5 $ 76.37 $ 13,236.89 $158,842.64 5 $ 78.25 $13,562.78 $162,753.38 5 $ 80.56 $13,963.73 $167,564.80 1 $ 53.06 1 $ 53.35 1 $ 55.77 1 $ 57.39 2 $ 55.81 2 $ 56.10 2 $ 58.64 2 $ 60.35 3 $ 58.70 3 $ 58.99 3 $ 61.66 3 $ 63.47 4 $ 61.74 4 $ 62.03 4 $ 64.84 4 $ 66.75 5 $ 64.95 $11,257.48 $135,089.76 5 $ 65.24 $ 11,307.75 $135,692.96 5 $ 68.19 $11,819.06 $141,828.67 5 $ 70.20 $12,168.00 $146,016.00 1 $ 56.71 1 $ 57.00 1 $ 59.57 1 $ 61.34 2 $ 59.65 2 $ 59.94 2 $ 62.64 2 $ 64.51 3 $ 62.74 3 $ 63.03 3 $ 65.88 3 $ 67.84 4 $ 66.00 4 $ 66.29 4 $ 69.29 4 $ 71.35 5 $ 69.43 $12,034.53 $144,414.40 5 $ 69.72 $ 12,084.80 $145,017.60 5 $ 72.88 $12,632.53 $151,590.40 5 $ 75.04 $13,006.93 $156,083.20 1 $ 55.04 1 $ 55.33 1 $ 56.68 1 $ 58.35 2 $ 57.89 2 $ 58.18 2 $ 59.60 2 $ 61.36 3 $ 60.89 3 $ 61.18 3 $ 62.68 3 $ 64.53 4 $ 64.05 4 $ 64.34 4 $ 65.92 4 $ 67.87 5 $ 67.38 $11,678.95 $140,147.41 5 $ 67.67 $ 11,729.22 $140,750.61 5 $ 69.33 $12,017.42 $144,209.06 5 $ 71.38 $12,372.53 $148,470.40 1 $ 52.61 1 $ 52.90 1 $ 55.84 1 $ 57.49 2 $ 55.33 2 $ 55.62 2 $ 58.72 2 $ 60.45 3 $ 58.20 3 $ 58.49 3 $ 61.75 3 $ 63.57 4 $ 61.22 4 $ 61.51 4 $ 64.94 4 $ 66.85 5 $ 64.40 $11,161.94 $133,943.26 5 $ 64.69 $ 11,212.21 $134,546.46 5 $ 68.29 $11,837.58 $142,050.98 5 $ 70.31 $12,187.07 $146,244.80 1 $ 49.78 1 $ 50.07 1 $ 51.28 1 $ 52.79 2 $ 52.35 2 $ 52.64 2 $ 53.92 2 $ 55.51 3 $ 55.06 3 $ 55.35 3 $ 56.70 3 $ 58.37 4 $ 57.91 4 $ 58.20 4 $ 59.62 4 $ 61.38 5 $ 60.91 $10,557.48 $126,689.76 5 $ 61.20 $ 10,607.75 $127,292.96 5 $ 62.70 $10,867.91 $130,414.96 5 $ 64.55 $11,188.67 $134,264.00 1 $ 55.82 1 $ 56.11 1 $ 57.48 1 $ 59.18 2 $ 58.71 2 $ 59.00 2 $ 60.44 2 $ 62.23 3 $ 61.75 3 $ 62.04 3 $ 63.56 3 $ 65.44 4 $ 64.95 4 $ 65.24 4 $ 66.84 4 $ 68.82 5 $ 68.32 $11,842.21 $142,106.52 5 $ 68.61 $ 11,892.48 $142,709.72 5 $ 70.30 $12,184.76 $146,217.15 5 $ 72.38 $12,545.87 $150,550.40 1 $ 45.03 1 $ 45.32 1 $ 46.42 1 $ 47.80 2 $ 47.35 2 $ 47.64 2 $ 48.80 2 $ 50.25 3 $ 49.80 3 $ 50.09 3 $ 51.31 3 $ 52.83 4 $ 52.38 4 $ 52.67 4 $ 53.95 4 $ 55.55 5 $ 55.09 $ 9,548.57 $114,582.81 5 $ 55.38 $ 9,598.83 $115,186.01 5 $ 56.73 $ 9,833.78 $118,005.34 5 $ 58.41 $10,124.40 $121,492.80 1 $ 52.58 1 $ 52.87 1 $ 54.92 1 $ 56.54 2 $ 55.30 2 $ 55.59 2 $ 57.75 2 $ 59.45 3 $ 58.16 3 $ 58.45 3 $ 60.73 3 $ 62.52 4 $ 61.18 4 $ 61.47 4 $ 63.87 4 $ 65.75 5 $ 64.35 $11,154.59 $133,855.07 5 $ 64.64 $ 11,204.86 $134,458.27 5 $ 67.17 $11,642.44 $139,709.22 5 $ 69.15 $11,986.00 $143,832.00 1 $ 58.31 1 $ 58.60 1 $ 61.86 1 $ 63.68 2 $ 61.33 2 $ 61.62 2 $ 65.05 2 $ 66.97 3 $ 64.51 3 $ 64.80 3 $ 68.41 3 $ 70.43 4 $ 67.86 4 $ 68.15 4 $ 71.95 4 $ 74.08 5 $ 71.38 $12,372.74 $148,472.90 5 $ 71.67 $ 12,423.01 $149,076.10 5 $ 75.68 $13,117.15 $157,405.82 5 $ 77.92 $13,506.13 $162,073.60 1 $ 52.85 1 $ 53.14 1 $ 54.45 1 $ 56.04 2 $ 55.59 2 $ 55.88 2 $ 57.25 2 $ 58.93 3 $ 58.47 3 $ 58.76 3 $ 60.20 3 $ 61.97 4 $ 61.50 4 $ 61.79 4 $ 63.31 4 $ 65.17 5 $ 64.69 $11,213.15 $134,557.82 5 $ 64.98 $ 11,263.42 $135,161.02 5 $ 66.58 $11,539.98 $138,479.73 5 $ 68.54 $11,880.27 $142,563.20 571 Non‐Exempt Electric Heavy Equip Oper 391 Non‐Exempt Heavy Equip Oper-L 390 Non‐Exempt Heavy Equip Oper 398 Non‐Exempt Geographic Inform Syst Specialist 365 Non‐Exempt Industrial Waste Technician 258 Non‐Exempt Ind Waste Invtgtr 508 Non‐Exempt Ind Waste Inspec 572 Non‐Exempt WGW Heavy Equip Oper 308 Non‐Exempt Instrum Elec 576 Non‐Exempt Inspector, WGW Utilities Field 227 Non‐Exempt Inspector, Field Svc Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 393 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 39.47 1 $ 39.76 1 $ 40.73 1 $ 41.92 2 $ 41.50 2 $ 41.79 2 $ 42.81 2 $ 44.06 3 $ 43.64 3 $ 43.93 3 $ 45.00 3 $ 46.32 4 $ 45.89 4 $ 46.18 4 $ 47.31 4 $ 48.70 5 $ 48.26 $ 8,365.24 $100,382.94 5 $ 48.55 $ 8,415.51 $100,986.14 5 $ 49.74 $ 8,620.87 $103,450.47 5 $ 51.20 $ 8,874.67 $106,496.00 1 $ 46.99 1 $ 47.28 1 $ 48.43 1 $ 49.86 2 $ 49.42 2 $ 49.71 2 $ 50.92 2 $ 52.42 3 $ 51.98 3 $ 52.27 3 $ 53.54 3 $ 55.12 4 $ 54.67 4 $ 54.96 4 $ 56.30 4 $ 57.96 5 $ 57.50 $ 9,966.11 $119,593.37 5 $ 57.79 $ 10,016.38 $120,196.57 5 $ 59.20 $10,261.76 $123,141.16 5 $ 60.95 $10,564.67 $126,776.00 1 $ 53.38 1 $ 53.67 1 $ 55.49 1 $ 57.12 2 $ 56.14 2 $ 56.43 2 $ 58.35 2 $ 60.07 3 $ 59.05 3 $ 59.34 3 $ 61.36 3 $ 63.17 4 $ 62.11 4 $ 62.40 4 $ 64.53 4 $ 66.43 5 $ 65.33 $11,323.62 $135,883.49 5 $ 65.62 $ 11,373.89 $136,486.69 5 $ 67.87 $11,763.60 $141,163.25 5 $ 69.87 $12,110.80 $145,329.60 1 $ 42.13 1 $ 42.42 1 $ 43.77 1 $ 45.05 2 $ 44.30 2 $ 44.59 2 $ 46.01 2 $ 47.36 3 $ 46.59 3 $ 46.88 3 $ 48.37 3 $ 49.79 4 $ 49.00 4 $ 49.29 4 $ 50.85 4 $ 52.35 5 $ 51.54 $ 8,933.25 $107,199.04 5 $ 51.83 $ 8,983.52 $107,802.24 5 $ 53.47 $ 9,267.86 $111,214.28 5 $ 55.04 $ 9,540.27 $114,483.20 1 $ 38.72 1 $ 39.01 1 $ 41.01 1 $ 42.22 2 $ 40.71 2 $ 41.00 2 $ 43.11 2 $ 44.38 3 $ 42.81 3 $ 43.10 3 $ 45.32 3 $ 46.65 4 $ 45.02 4 $ 45.31 4 $ 47.64 4 $ 49.04 5 $ 47.34 $ 8,205.67 $ 98,468.03 5 $ 47.63 $ 8,255.94 $ 99,071.23 5 $ 50.09 $ 8,681.94 $104,183.23 5 $ 51.56 $ 8,937.07 $107,244.80 1 $ 36.69 1 $ 36.98 1 $ 38.87 1 $ 40.01 2 $ 38.57 2 $ 38.86 2 $ 40.85 2 $ 42.05 3 $ 40.55 3 $ 40.84 3 $ 42.94 3 $ 44.20 4 $ 42.64 4 $ 42.93 4 $ 45.14 4 $ 46.47 5 $ 44.84 $ 7,772.06 $ 93,264.70 5 $ 45.13 $ 7,822.33 $ 93,867.90 5 $ 47.45 $ 8,225.39 $ 98,704.71 5 $ 48.85 $ 8,467.33 $101,608.00 1 $ 79.36 1 $ 79.65 1 $ 81.62 1 $ 84.03 2 $ 83.49 2 $ 83.78 2 $ 85.85 2 $ 88.39 3 $ 87.84 3 $ 88.13 3 $ 90.31 3 $ 92.98 4 $ 92.42 4 $ 92.71 4 $ 95.00 4 $ 97.81 5 $ 97.23 $16,854.05 $202,248.59 5 $ 97.52 $ 16,904.32 $202,851.79 5 $ 99.93 $17,321.90 $207,862.77 5 $ 102.90 $17,836.00 $214,032.00 1 $ 84.85 1 $ 85.14 1 $ 87.24 1 $ 89.83 2 $ 89.27 2 $ 89.56 2 $ 91.77 2 $ 94.50 3 $ 93.92 3 $ 94.21 3 $ 96.54 3 $ 99.41 4 $ 98.82 4 $ 99.11 4 $ 101.56 4 $ 104.58 5 $ 103.98 $18,023.03 $216,276.31 5 $ 104.27 $ 18,073.29 $216,879.51 5 $ 106.85 $18,520.10 $222,241.17 5 $ 110.02 $19,070.13 $228,841.60 1 $ 75.64 1 $ 75.93 1 $ 77.79 1 $ 80.10 2 $ 79.57 2 $ 79.86 2 $ 81.82 2 $ 84.25 3 $ 83.71 3 $ 84.00 3 $ 86.07 3 $ 88.62 4 $ 88.07 4 $ 88.36 4 $ 90.54 4 $ 93.22 5 $ 92.66 $16,060.37 $192,724.40 5 $ 92.95 $ 16,110.63 $193,327.60 5 $ 95.24 $16,508.37 $198,100.47 5 $ 98.07 $16,998.80 $203,985.60 1 $ 80.87 1 $ 81.16 1 $ 83.16 1 $ 85.62 2 $ 85.08 2 $ 85.37 2 $ 87.48 2 $ 90.07 3 $ 89.51 3 $ 89.80 3 $ 92.02 3 $ 94.75 4 $ 94.17 4 $ 94.46 4 $ 96.80 4 $ 99.68 5 $ 99.08 $17,173.87 $206,086.40 5 $ 99.37 $ 17,224.13 $206,689.60 5 $ 101.83 $17,650.53 $211,806.40 5 $ 104.86 $18,175.73 $218,108.80 1 $ 68.30 1 $ 68.59 1 $ 70.28 1 $ 72.36 2 $ 71.85 2 $ 72.14 2 $ 73.92 2 $ 76.11 3 $ 75.59 3 $ 75.88 3 $ 77.75 3 $ 80.05 4 $ 79.52 4 $ 79.81 4 $ 81.78 4 $ 84.20 5 $ 83.66 $14,501.73 $174,020.78 5 $ 83.95 $ 14,552.00 $174,623.98 5 $ 86.02 $14,910.77 $178,929.26 5 $ 88.57 $15,352.13 $184,225.60 293 Non‐Exempt Educator 252 Non‐Exempt Library Associate 254 Non‐Exempt Librarian 413 Non‐Exempt Landfill Technician 503 Non‐Exempt Laboratory Tech Wqc 531 Non‐Exempt Lineperson/Cable Spl-T 542 Non‐Exempt Lineper/Cable Spl-L 541 Non‐Exempt Lineper/Cable Spl 253 Non‐Exempt Library Specialist 528 Non‐Exempt Lnper/Cbl Spl-Appren 532 Non‐Exempt Lineperson/Cable Spl-TL Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 394 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 30.03 1 $ 30.32 1 $ 31.05 1 $ 31.94 2 $ 31.56 2 $ 31.85 2 $ 32.62 2 $ 33.56 3 $ 33.18 3 $ 33.47 3 $ 34.28 3 $ 35.27 4 $ 34.88 4 $ 35.17 4 $ 36.02 4 $ 37.07 5 $ 36.67 $ 6,356.74 $ 76,280.84 5 $ 36.96 $ 6,407.00 $ 76,884.04 5 $ 37.86 $ 6,562.15 $ 78,745.82 5 $ 38.96 $ 6,753.07 $ 81,036.80 1 $ 53.16 1 $ 53.45 1 $ 56.43 1 $ 58.09 2 $ 55.91 2 $ 56.20 2 $ 59.34 2 $ 61.09 3 $ 58.81 3 $ 59.10 3 $ 62.40 3 $ 64.24 4 $ 61.86 4 $ 62.15 4 $ 65.62 4 $ 67.56 5 $ 65.07 $11,279.53 $135,354.34 5 $ 65.36 $ 11,329.79 $135,957.54 5 $ 69.01 $11,961.85 $143,542.19 5 $ 71.05 $12,315.33 $147,784.00 1 $ 44.22 1 $ 44.51 1 $ 45.59 1 $ 46.92 2 $ 46.50 2 $ 46.79 2 $ 47.93 2 $ 49.33 3 $ 48.90 3 $ 49.19 3 $ 50.39 3 $ 51.87 4 $ 51.43 4 $ 51.72 4 $ 52.98 4 $ 54.54 5 $ 54.09 $ 9,375.39 $112,504.73 5 $ 54.38 $ 9,425.66 $113,107.93 5 $ 55.71 $ 9,656.28 $115,875.31 5 $ 57.35 $ 9,940.67 $119,288.00 1 $ 71.75 1 $ 72.04 1 $ 73.81 1 $ 75.99 2 $ 75.48 2 $ 75.77 2 $ 77.63 2 $ 79.93 3 $ 79.41 3 $ 79.70 3 $ 81.65 3 $ 84.08 4 $ 83.54 4 $ 83.83 4 $ 85.89 4 $ 88.44 5 $ 87.89 $15,233.55 $182,802.60 5 $ 88.18 $ 15,283.82 $183,405.80 5 $ 90.35 $15,660.89 $187,930.62 5 $ 93.03 $16,125.20 $193,502.40 1 $ 38.33 1 $ 38.62 1 $ 41.37 1 $ 42.59 2 $ 40.30 2 $ 40.59 2 $ 43.49 2 $ 44.77 3 $ 42.38 3 $ 42.67 3 $ 45.72 3 $ 47.06 4 $ 44.56 4 $ 44.85 4 $ 48.07 4 $ 49.48 5 $ 46.86 $ 8,122.99 $ 97,475.87 5 $ 47.15 $ 8,173.26 $ 98,079.07 5 $ 50.54 $ 8,759.63 $105,115.59 5 $ 52.02 $ 9,016.80 $108,201.60 1 $ 40.96 1 $ 41.25 1 $ 44.20 1 $ 45.49 2 $ 43.07 2 $ 43.36 2 $ 46.46 2 $ 47.82 3 $ 45.29 3 $ 45.58 3 $ 48.84 3 $ 50.28 4 $ 47.63 4 $ 47.92 4 $ 51.35 4 $ 52.87 5 $ 50.09 $ 8,681.54 $104,178.46 5 $ 50.38 $ 8,731.81 $104,781.66 5 $ 54.00 $ 9,359.26 $112,311.18 5 $ 55.59 $ 9,635.60 $115,627.20 1 $ 68.86 1 $ 69.15 1 $ 70.87 1 $ 72.95 2 $ 72.44 2 $ 72.73 2 $ 74.54 2 $ 76.73 3 $ 76.21 3 $ 76.50 3 $ 78.40 3 $ 80.71 4 $ 80.18 4 $ 80.47 4 $ 82.46 4 $ 84.90 5 $ 84.36 $14,622.04 $175,464.50 5 $ 84.65 $ 14,672.31 $176,067.70 5 $ 86.74 $15,034.09 $180,409.07 5 $ 89.31 $15,480.40 $185,764.80 1 $ 73.65 1 $ 73.94 1 $ 75.76 1 $ 78.00 2 $ 77.48 2 $ 77.77 2 $ 79.69 2 $ 82.04 3 $ 81.51 3 $ 81.80 3 $ 83.82 3 $ 86.30 4 $ 85.75 4 $ 86.04 4 $ 88.17 4 $ 90.78 5 $ 90.22 $15,638.39 $187,660.63 5 $ 90.51 $ 15,688.65 $188,263.83 5 $ 92.75 $16,075.84 $192,910.11 5 $ 95.50 $16,553.33 $198,640.00 1 $ 51.29 1 $ 51.58 1 $ 53.04 1 $ 54.59 2 $ 53.94 2 $ 54.23 2 $ 55.77 2 $ 57.40 3 $ 56.73 3 $ 57.02 3 $ 58.64 3 $ 60.36 4 $ 59.67 4 $ 59.96 4 $ 61.66 4 $ 63.48 5 $ 62.76 $10,878.99 $130,547.87 5 $ 63.05 $ 10,929.26 $131,151.07 5 $ 64.84 $11,239.66 $134,875.88 5 $ 66.76 $11,571.73 $138,860.80 1 $ 52.27 1 $ 52.56 1 $ 54.04 1 $ 55.62 2 $ 54.97 2 $ 55.26 2 $ 56.82 2 $ 58.49 3 $ 57.82 3 $ 58.11 3 $ 59.75 3 $ 61.51 4 $ 60.82 4 $ 61.11 4 $ 62.83 4 $ 64.69 5 $ 63.97 $11,088.13 $133,057.60 5 $ 64.26 $ 11,138.40 $133,660.80 5 $ 66.08 $11,453.87 $137,446.40 5 $ 68.03 $11,791.87 $141,502.40 1 $ 45.36 1 $ 45.65 1 $ 46.92 1 $ 48.31 2 $ 47.70 2 $ 47.99 2 $ 49.33 2 $ 50.79 3 $ 50.16 3 $ 50.45 3 $ 51.87 3 $ 53.40 4 $ 52.75 4 $ 53.04 4 $ 54.54 4 $ 56.15 5 $ 55.48 $ 9,616.74 $115,400.90 5 $ 55.77 $ 9,667.01 $116,004.10 5 $ 57.35 $ 9,940.89 $119,290.65 5 $ 59.04 $10,233.60 $122,803.20 291 Non‐Exempt Maintenance Mechanic-Welding 213 Non‐Exempt Mailing Svcs Spec 240 Non‐Exempt Meter Reader-Lead 241 Non‐Exempt Meter Reader 216 Non‐Exempt Marketing Eng 346 Non‐Exempt Management Assistant 381 Non‐Exempt Motor Equip Mech-L 384 Non‐Exempt Mobile Service Tech 553 Non‐Exempt Metering Technician – Lead 552 Non‐Exempt Metering Technician 286 Non‐Exempt Motor Equipment Mechanic I Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 395 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 48.90 1 $ 49.19 1 $ 50.58 1 $ 52.07 2 $ 51.43 2 $ 51.72 2 $ 53.18 2 $ 54.75 3 $ 54.09 3 $ 54.38 3 $ 55.92 3 $ 57.57 4 $ 56.89 4 $ 57.18 4 $ 58.80 4 $ 60.54 5 $ 59.84 $10,371.89 $124,462.62 5 $ 60.13 $ 10,422.15 $125,065.82 5 $ 61.83 $10,717.88 $128,614.57 5 $ 63.66 $11,034.40 $132,412.80 1 $ 33.93 1 $ 34.22 1 $ 35.05 1 $ 36.07 2 $ 35.67 2 $ 35.96 2 $ 36.83 2 $ 37.91 3 $ 37.50 3 $ 37.79 3 $ 38.71 3 $ 39.84 4 $ 39.43 4 $ 39.72 4 $ 40.69 4 $ 41.88 5 $ 41.46 $ 7,187.00 $ 86,244.06 5 $ 41.75 $ 7,237.27 $ 86,847.26 5 $ 42.77 $ 7,413.18 $ 88,958.12 5 $ 44.02 $ 7,630.13 $ 91,561.60 1 $ 83.30 1 $ 83.59 1 $ 85.66 1 $ 88.20 2 $ 87.64 2 $ 87.93 2 $ 90.11 2 $ 92.78 3 $ 92.21 3 $ 92.50 3 $ 94.79 3 $ 97.60 4 $ 97.02 4 $ 97.31 4 $ 99.72 4 $ 102.68 5 $ 102.08 $17,694.42 $212,333.03 5 $ 102.37 $ 17,744.69 $212,936.23 5 $ 104.90 $18,183.28 $218,199.32 5 $ 108.02 $18,723.47 $224,681.60 1 $ 45.50 1 $ 45.79 1 $ 47.64 1 $ 49.04 2 $ 47.85 2 $ 48.14 2 $ 50.09 2 $ 51.56 3 $ 50.32 3 $ 50.61 3 $ 52.66 3 $ 54.21 4 $ 52.92 4 $ 53.21 4 $ 55.37 4 $ 57.00 5 $ 55.66 $ 9,647.98 $115,775.71 5 $ 55.95 $ 9,698.24 $116,378.91 5 $ 58.22 $10,091.75 $121,101.03 5 $ 59.94 $10,389.60 $124,675.20 1 $ 39.37 1 $ 39.66 1 $ 41.26 1 $ 42.47 2 $ 41.40 2 $ 41.69 2 $ 43.37 2 $ 44.64 3 $ 43.53 3 $ 43.82 3 $ 45.59 3 $ 46.93 4 $ 45.78 4 $ 46.07 4 $ 47.93 4 $ 49.34 5 $ 48.15 $ 8,345.31 $100,143.68 5 $ 48.44 $ 8,395.57 $100,746.88 5 $ 50.39 $ 8,735.11 $104,821.29 5 $ 51.88 $ 8,992.53 $107,910.40 1 $ 41.72 1 $ 42.01 1 $ 43.03 1 $ 44.29 2 $ 43.87 2 $ 44.16 2 $ 45.23 2 $ 46.56 3 $ 46.13 3 $ 46.42 3 $ 47.55 3 $ 48.95 4 $ 48.51 4 $ 48.80 4 $ 49.99 4 $ 51.46 5 $ 51.02 $ 8,842.87 $106,114.39 5 $ 51.31 $ 8,893.13 $106,717.59 5 $ 52.56 $ 9,110.43 $109,325.21 5 $ 54.11 $ 9,379.07 $112,548.80 1 $ 66.52 1 $ 66.81 1 $ 69.32 1 $ 71.38 2 $ 69.97 2 $ 70.26 2 $ 72.91 2 $ 75.08 3 $ 73.61 3 $ 73.90 3 $ 76.69 3 $ 78.97 4 $ 77.44 4 $ 77.73 4 $ 80.67 4 $ 83.06 5 $ 81.47 $14,121.88 $169,462.59 5 $ 81.76 $ 14,172.15 $170,065.79 5 $ 84.86 $14,708.50 $176,502.04 5 $ 87.37 $15,144.13 $181,729.60 1 $ 42.77 1 $ 43.06 1 $ 44.79 1 $ 46.10 2 $ 44.98 2 $ 45.27 2 $ 47.09 2 $ 48.47 3 $ 47.30 3 $ 47.59 3 $ 49.51 3 $ 50.96 4 $ 49.74 4 $ 50.03 4 $ 52.05 4 $ 53.58 5 $ 52.31 $ 9,067.07 $108,804.80 5 $ 52.60 $ 9,117.33 $109,408.00 5 $ 54.73 $ 9,486.53 $113,838.40 5 $ 56.34 $ 9,765.60 $117,187.20 1 $ 46.93 1 $ 47.22 1 $ 48.43 1 $ 49.85 2 $ 49.35 2 $ 49.64 2 $ 50.92 2 $ 52.41 3 $ 51.90 3 $ 52.19 3 $ 53.54 3 $ 55.11 4 $ 54.59 4 $ 54.88 4 $ 56.30 4 $ 57.95 5 $ 57.42 $ 9,952.97 $119,435.68 5 $ 57.71 $ 10,003.24 $120,038.88 5 $ 59.20 $10,260.93 $123,131.20 5 $ 60.94 $10,562.93 $126,755.20 1 $ 55.56 1 $ 55.85 1 $ 57.63 1 $ 59.33 2 $ 58.44 2 $ 58.73 2 $ 60.60 2 $ 62.39 3 $ 61.47 3 $ 61.76 3 $ 63.73 3 $ 65.61 4 $ 64.66 4 $ 64.95 4 $ 67.02 4 $ 69.00 5 $ 68.02 $11,790.31 $141,483.68 5 $ 68.31 $ 11,840.57 $142,086.88 5 $ 70.49 $12,217.92 $146,614.99 5 $ 72.57 $12,578.80 $150,945.60 1 $ 63.50 1 $ 63.79 1 $ 66.27 1 $ 68.23 2 $ 66.80 2 $ 67.09 2 $ 69.70 2 $ 71.76 3 $ 70.27 3 $ 70.56 3 $ 73.31 3 $ 75.48 4 $ 73.92 4 $ 74.21 4 $ 77.11 4 $ 79.39 5 $ 77.76 $13,478.82 $161,745.79 5 $ 78.05 $ 13,529.08 $162,348.99 5 $ 81.11 $14,059.09 $168,709.05 5 $ 83.51 $14,475.07 $173,700.80 543 Non‐Exempt Overhead Underground Troubleman 230 Non‐Exempt Offset Equip Op 287 Non‐Exempt Motor Equipment Mechanic II 570 Non‐Exempt Parking Operations Lead 281 Non‐Exempt Park Ranger 451 Non‐Exempt Park Maint Person 452 Non‐Exempt Park Maint - Lead 347 Non‐Exempt Planning Arborist 352 Non‐Exempt Planner 348 Non‐Exempt Payroll Analyst 460 Non‐Exempt Parks/Golf Crew-Lead Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 396 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 69.71 1 $ 70.00 1 $ 71.72 1 $ 73.83 2 $ 73.33 2 $ 73.62 2 $ 75.43 2 $ 77.65 3 $ 77.14 3 $ 77.43 3 $ 79.34 3 $ 81.68 4 $ 81.15 4 $ 81.44 4 $ 83.45 4 $ 85.92 5 $ 85.38 $14,798.63 $177,583.53 5 $ 85.67 $ 14,848.89 $178,186.73 5 $ 87.78 $15,215.09 $182,581.07 5 $ 90.38 $15,665.87 $187,990.40 1 $ 55.21 1 $ 55.50 1 $ 57.67 1 $ 59.38 2 $ 58.07 2 $ 58.36 2 $ 60.64 2 $ 62.44 3 $ 61.08 3 $ 61.37 3 $ 63.77 3 $ 65.66 4 $ 64.25 4 $ 64.54 4 $ 67.06 4 $ 69.05 5 $ 67.59 $11,714.98 $140,579.71 5 $ 67.88 $ 11,765.24 $141,182.91 5 $ 70.53 $12,225.11 $146,701.28 5 $ 72.62 $12,587.47 $151,049.60 1 $ 50.22 1 $ 50.51 1 $ 53.35 1 $ 54.92 2 $ 52.82 2 $ 53.11 2 $ 56.10 2 $ 57.75 3 $ 55.55 3 $ 55.84 3 $ 58.99 3 $ 60.73 4 $ 58.43 4 $ 58.72 4 $ 62.03 4 $ 63.86 5 $ 61.46 $10,653.00 $127,835.97 5 $ 61.75 $ 10,703.26 $128,439.17 5 $ 65.23 $11,306.51 $135,678.13 5 $ 67.16 $11,641.07 $139,692.80 1 $ 41.02 1 $ 41.31 1 $ 42.84 1 $ 44.09 2 $ 43.13 2 $ 43.42 2 $ 45.03 2 $ 46.35 3 $ 45.35 3 $ 45.64 3 $ 47.34 3 $ 48.73 4 $ 47.69 4 $ 47.98 4 $ 49.77 4 $ 51.23 5 $ 50.15 $ 8,692.67 $104,312.00 5 $ 50.44 $ 8,742.93 $104,915.20 5 $ 52.33 $ 9,070.53 $108,846.40 5 $ 53.87 $ 9,337.47 $112,049.60 1 $ 36.52 1 $ 36.81 1 $ 38.18 1 $ 39.30 2 $ 38.40 2 $ 38.69 2 $ 40.13 2 $ 41.31 3 $ 40.37 3 $ 40.66 3 $ 42.18 3 $ 43.42 4 $ 42.45 4 $ 42.74 4 $ 44.34 4 $ 45.64 5 $ 44.64 $ 7,737.15 $ 92,845.79 5 $ 44.93 $ 7,787.42 $ 93,448.99 5 $ 46.61 $ 8,078.66 $ 96,943.90 5 $ 47.98 $ 8,316.53 $ 99,798.40 1 $ 38.38 1 $ 38.67 1 $ 40.11 1 $ 41.29 2 $ 40.35 2 $ 40.64 2 $ 42.16 2 $ 43.40 3 $ 42.43 3 $ 42.72 3 $ 44.32 3 $ 45.62 4 $ 44.62 4 $ 44.91 4 $ 46.59 4 $ 47.96 5 $ 46.93 $ 8,134.01 $ 97,608.16 5 $ 47.22 $ 8,184.28 $ 98,211.36 5 $ 48.99 $ 8,490.76 $101,889.10 5 $ 50.42 $ 8,739.47 $104,873.60 1 $ 76.55 1 $ 76.84 1 $ 78.72 1 $ 81.06 2 $ 80.53 2 $ 80.82 2 $ 82.80 2 $ 85.26 3 $ 84.72 3 $ 85.01 3 $ 87.10 3 $ 89.69 4 $ 89.13 4 $ 89.42 4 $ 91.62 4 $ 94.35 5 $ 93.77 $16,253.81 $195,045.66 5 $ 94.06 $ 16,304.07 $195,648.86 5 $ 96.38 $16,706.65 $200,479.77 5 $ 99.25 $17,203.33 $206,440.00 1 $ 47.67 1 $ 47.96 1 $ 49.12 1 $ 50.57 2 $ 50.13 2 $ 50.42 2 $ 51.64 2 $ 53.17 3 $ 52.72 3 $ 53.01 3 $ 54.30 3 $ 55.91 4 $ 55.45 4 $ 55.74 4 $ 57.10 4 $ 58.79 5 $ 58.32 $10,108.58 $121,303.02 5 $ 58.61 $ 10,158.85 $121,906.22 5 $ 60.04 $10,407.80 $124,893.56 5 $ 61.82 $10,715.47 $128,585.60 1 $ 59.83 1 $ 60.12 1 $ 61.60 1 $ 63.41 2 $ 62.93 2 $ 63.22 2 $ 64.78 2 $ 66.69 3 $ 66.20 3 $ 66.49 3 $ 68.13 3 $ 70.14 4 $ 69.64 4 $ 69.93 4 $ 71.65 4 $ 73.77 5 $ 73.26 $12,697.98 $152,375.79 5 $ 73.55 $ 12,748.25 $152,978.99 5 $ 75.36 $13,061.93 $156,743.14 5 $ 77.59 $13,448.93 $161,387.20 1 $ 36.50 1 $ 36.79 1 $ 37.69 1 $ 38.79 2 $ 38.38 2 $ 38.67 2 $ 39.61 2 $ 40.77 3 $ 40.35 3 $ 40.64 3 $ 41.63 3 $ 42.85 4 $ 42.43 4 $ 42.72 4 $ 43.76 4 $ 45.04 5 $ 44.61 $ 7,733.19 $ 92,798.23 5 $ 44.90 $ 7,783.45 $ 93,401.43 5 $ 46.00 $ 7,973.01 $ 95,676.15 5 $ 47.35 $ 8,207.33 $ 98,488.00 1 $ 38.64 1 $ 38.93 1 $ 39.87 1 $ 41.03 2 $ 40.63 2 $ 40.92 2 $ 41.91 2 $ 43.13 3 $ 42.72 3 $ 43.01 3 $ 44.05 3 $ 45.34 4 $ 44.92 4 $ 45.21 4 $ 46.31 4 $ 47.67 5 $ 47.24 $ 8,187.73 $ 98,252.71 5 $ 47.53 $ 8,237.99 $ 98,855.91 5 $ 48.69 $ 8,438.92 $101,266.99 5 $ 50.12 $ 8,687.47 $104,249.60 321 Non‐Exempt Police Records Specialist - Lead 517 Non‐Exempt Plant Mechanic 513 Non‐Exempt Plans Examiner 304 Non‐Exempt Plans Check Engr 270 Non‐Exempt Prod Arts/Sci Prog 246 Non‐Exempt Power Engr 314 Non‐Exempt Police Records Specialist II 313 Non‐Exempt Police Records Specialist I 302 Non‐Exempt Program Assistant I 265 Non‐Exempt Program Assistant 232 Non‐Exempt Prog-Analyst Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 397 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 41.45 1 $ 41.74 1 $ 42.77 1 $ 44.02 2 $ 43.59 2 $ 43.88 2 $ 44.96 2 $ 46.28 3 $ 45.84 3 $ 46.13 3 $ 47.26 3 $ 48.65 4 $ 48.21 4 $ 48.50 4 $ 49.69 4 $ 51.15 5 $ 50.71 $ 8,788.89 $105,466.70 5 $ 51.00 $ 8,839.16 $106,069.90 5 $ 52.24 $ 9,055.11 $108,661.32 5 $ 53.78 $ 9,321.87 $111,862.40 1 $ 41.25 1 $ 41.54 1 $ 42.56 1 $ 43.80 2 $ 43.38 2 $ 43.67 2 $ 44.74 2 $ 46.04 3 $ 45.62 3 $ 45.91 3 $ 47.03 3 $ 48.40 4 $ 47.98 4 $ 48.27 4 $ 49.44 4 $ 50.89 5 $ 50.46 $ 8,745.58 $104,946.92 5 $ 50.75 $ 8,795.84 $105,550.12 5 $ 51.98 $ 9,010.71 $108,128.55 5 $ 53.51 $ 9,275.07 $111,300.80 1 $ 77.14 1 $ 77.43 1 $ 79.34 1 $ 81.68 2 $ 81.15 2 $ 81.44 2 $ 83.45 2 $ 85.92 3 $ 85.37 3 $ 85.66 3 $ 87.78 3 $ 90.38 4 $ 89.82 4 $ 90.11 4 $ 92.34 4 $ 95.08 5 $ 94.50 $16,380.66 $196,567.89 5 $ 94.79 $ 16,430.92 $197,171.09 5 $ 97.13 $16,836.67 $202,040.05 5 $ 100.02 $17,336.80 $208,041.60 1 $ 39.66 1 $ 39.95 1 $ 41.44 1 $ 42.65 2 $ 41.70 2 $ 41.99 2 $ 43.56 2 $ 44.83 3 $ 43.85 3 $ 44.14 3 $ 45.79 3 $ 47.13 4 $ 46.11 4 $ 46.40 4 $ 48.14 4 $ 49.55 5 $ 48.50 $ 8,405.94 $100,871.26 5 $ 48.79 $ 8,456.21 $101,474.46 5 $ 50.61 $ 8,773.12 $105,277.47 5 $ 52.10 $ 9,030.67 $108,368.00 1 $ 62.20 1 $ 62.49 1 $ 64.03 1 $ 65.91 2 $ 65.43 2 $ 65.72 2 $ 67.34 2 $ 69.32 3 $ 68.83 3 $ 69.12 3 $ 70.82 3 $ 72.91 4 $ 72.41 4 $ 72.70 4 $ 74.49 4 $ 76.69 5 $ 76.17 $13,203.36 $158,440.37 5 $ 76.46 $ 13,253.63 $159,043.57 5 $ 78.35 $13,579.95 $162,959.34 5 $ 80.67 $13,982.80 $167,793.60 6 $ 78.06 6 $ 78.35 6 $ 80.28 6 $ 82.66 7 $ 79.99 7 $ 80.28 7 $ 82.26 7 $ 84.70 1 $ 52.77 1 $ 53.06 1 $ 54.36 1 $ 55.96 2 $ 55.50 2 $ 55.79 2 $ 57.16 2 $ 58.84 3 $ 58.38 3 $ 58.67 3 $ 60.11 3 $ 61.88 4 $ 61.41 4 $ 61.70 4 $ 63.21 4 $ 65.08 5 $ 64.59 $11,196.11 $134,353.35 5 $ 64.88 $ 11,246.38 $134,956.55 5 $ 66.48 $11,522.51 $138,270.14 5 $ 68.44 $11,862.93 $142,355.20 6 $ 66.19 6 $ 66.48 6 $ 68.11 6 $ 70.12 7 $ 67.82 7 $ 68.11 7 $ 69.78 7 $ 71.84 1 $ 55.53 1 $ 55.82 1 $ 57.19 1 $ 58.87 2 $ 58.41 2 $ 58.70 2 $ 60.14 2 $ 61.91 3 $ 61.44 3 $ 61.73 3 $ 63.24 3 $ 65.11 4 $ 64.63 4 $ 64.92 4 $ 66.51 4 $ 68.48 5 $ 67.98 $11,783.82 $141,405.85 5 $ 68.27 $ 11,834.09 $142,009.05 5 $ 69.95 $12,124.91 $145,498.96 5 $ 72.02 $12,483.47 $149,801.60 6 $ 69.66 6 $ 69.95 6 $ 71.67 6 $ 73.79 7 $ 71.38 7 $ 71.67 7 $ 73.43 7 $ 75.61 1 $ 69.15 1 $ 69.44 1 $ 71.14 1 $ 73.26 2 $ 72.74 2 $ 73.03 2 $ 74.82 2 $ 77.05 3 $ 76.52 3 $ 76.81 3 $ 78.70 3 $ 81.04 4 $ 80.50 4 $ 80.79 4 $ 82.78 4 $ 85.24 5 $ 84.69 $14,679.84 $176,158.11 5 $ 84.98 $ 14,730.11 $176,761.31 5 $ 87.08 $15,093.34 $181,120.02 5 $ 89.66 $15,541.07 $186,492.80 1 $ 56.28 1 $ 56.57 1 $ 59.73 1 $ 61.49 2 $ 59.20 2 $ 59.49 2 $ 62.81 2 $ 64.66 3 $ 62.27 3 $ 62.56 3 $ 66.05 3 $ 68.00 4 $ 65.50 4 $ 65.79 4 $ 69.46 4 $ 71.52 5 $ 68.90 $11,942.81 $143,313.66 5 $ 69.19 $ 11,993.07 $143,916.86 5 $ 73.05 $12,662.80 $151,953.57 5 $ 75.22 $13,038.13 $156,457.60 303 Non‐Exempt Program Assistant II 315 Non‐Exempt Public Safety Dispatcher - Lead 209 Non‐Exempt Property Evid Tech 349 Non‐Exempt Project Engineer 368 Non‐Exempt Program Coordinator 316 Non‐Exempt Public Safety Dispatcher II 298 Non‐Exempt Public Safety Dispatcher I 366 Non‐Exempt Restoration Lead 262 Non‐Exempt Resource Planner Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 398 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 67.03 1 $ 67.32 1 $ 69.96 1 $ 72.02 2 $ 70.51 2 $ 70.80 2 $ 73.58 2 $ 75.75 3 $ 74.18 3 $ 74.47 3 $ 77.39 3 $ 79.68 4 $ 78.04 4 $ 78.33 4 $ 81.40 4 $ 83.81 5 $ 82.10 $14,230.29 $170,763.42 5 $ 82.39 $ 14,280.55 $171,366.62 5 $ 85.62 $14,840.44 $178,085.28 5 $ 88.16 $15,281.07 $183,372.80 1 $ 71.18 1 $ 71.47 1 $ 73.23 1 $ 75.38 2 $ 74.88 2 $ 75.17 2 $ 77.02 2 $ 79.29 3 $ 78.77 3 $ 79.06 3 $ 81.01 3 $ 83.40 4 $ 82.87 4 $ 83.16 4 $ 85.21 4 $ 87.73 5 $ 87.19 $15,112.26 $181,347.09 5 $ 87.48 $ 15,162.52 $181,950.29 5 $ 89.63 $15,536.56 $186,438.72 5 $ 92.29 $15,996.93 $191,963.20 1 $ 79.36 1 $ 79.65 1 $ 81.62 1 $ 84.03 2 $ 83.49 2 $ 83.78 2 $ 85.85 2 $ 88.39 3 $ 87.84 3 $ 88.13 3 $ 90.31 3 $ 92.98 4 $ 92.42 4 $ 92.71 4 $ 95.00 4 $ 97.81 5 $ 97.23 $16,854.05 $202,248.59 5 $ 97.52 $ 16,904.32 $202,851.79 5 $ 99.93 $17,321.90 $207,862.77 5 $ 102.90 $17,836.00 $214,032.00 1 $ 53.10 1 $ 53.39 1 $ 55.63 1 $ 57.29 2 $ 55.85 2 $ 56.14 2 $ 58.50 2 $ 60.24 3 $ 58.74 3 $ 59.03 3 $ 61.52 3 $ 63.35 4 $ 61.79 4 $ 62.08 4 $ 64.70 4 $ 66.62 5 $ 65.00 $11,266.67 $135,200.00 5 $ 65.29 $ 11,316.93 $135,803.20 5 $ 68.05 $11,795.14 $141,541.64 5 $ 70.06 $12,143.73 $145,724.80 1 $ 40.03 1 $ 40.32 1 $ 41.93 1 $ 43.16 2 $ 42.09 2 $ 42.38 2 $ 44.08 2 $ 45.37 3 $ 44.26 3 $ 44.55 3 $ 46.34 3 $ 47.70 4 $ 46.54 4 $ 46.83 4 $ 48.72 4 $ 50.15 5 $ 48.94 $ 8,483.11 $101,797.28 5 $ 49.23 $ 8,533.37 $102,400.48 5 $ 51.22 $ 8,878.62 $106,543.41 5 $ 52.73 $ 9,139.87 $109,678.40 1 $ 56.20 1 $ 56.49 1 $ 57.88 1 $ 59.57 2 $ 59.11 2 $ 59.40 2 $ 60.86 2 $ 62.64 3 $ 62.17 3 $ 62.46 3 $ 64.00 3 $ 65.88 4 $ 65.40 4 $ 65.69 4 $ 67.31 4 $ 69.29 5 $ 68.80 $11,925.33 $143,104.00 5 $ 69.09 $ 11,975.60 $143,707.20 5 $ 70.79 $12,270.27 $147,243.20 5 $ 72.88 $12,632.53 $151,590.40 1 $ 58.15 1 $ 58.44 1 $ 59.87 1 $ 61.63 2 $ 61.16 2 $ 61.45 2 $ 62.96 2 $ 64.81 3 $ 64.33 3 $ 64.62 3 $ 66.21 3 $ 68.16 4 $ 67.67 4 $ 67.96 4 $ 69.63 4 $ 71.69 5 $ 71.18 $12,338.59 $148,063.14 5 $ 71.47 $ 12,388.86 $148,666.34 5 $ 73.23 $12,693.56 $152,322.68 5 $ 75.40 $13,069.33 $156,832.00 1 $ 63.72 1 $ 64.01 1 $ 65.57 1 $ 67.51 2 $ 67.03 2 $ 67.32 2 $ 68.96 2 $ 71.00 3 $ 70.51 3 $ 70.80 3 $ 72.53 3 $ 74.68 4 $ 74.17 4 $ 74.46 4 $ 76.29 4 $ 78.55 5 $ 78.03 $13,524.34 $162,292.03 5 $ 78.32 $ 13,574.60 $162,895.23 5 $ 80.24 $13,908.94 $166,907.30 5 $ 82.62 $14,320.80 $171,849.60 1 $ 57.64 1 $ 57.93 1 $ 59.36 1 $ 61.10 2 $ 60.63 2 $ 60.92 2 $ 62.42 2 $ 64.25 3 $ 63.77 3 $ 64.06 3 $ 65.64 3 $ 67.57 4 $ 67.08 4 $ 67.37 4 $ 69.03 4 $ 71.07 5 $ 70.57 $12,232.01 $146,784.06 5 $ 70.86 $ 12,282.27 $147,387.26 5 $ 72.60 $12,584.30 $151,011.63 5 $ 74.75 $12,956.67 $155,480.00 1 $ 47.73 1 $ 48.02 1 $ 49.54 1 $ 51.00 2 $ 50.20 2 $ 50.49 2 $ 52.09 2 $ 53.62 3 $ 52.80 3 $ 53.09 3 $ 54.77 3 $ 56.38 4 $ 55.53 4 $ 55.82 4 $ 57.59 4 $ 59.29 5 $ 58.41 $10,123.85 $121,486.14 5 $ 58.70 $ 10,174.11 $122,089.34 5 $ 60.56 $10,496.99 $125,963.94 5 $ 62.35 $10,807.33 $129,688.00 1 56.83$ 1 57.12$ 1 60.29$ 1 62.07$ 2 59.78$ 2 60.07$ 2 63.40$ 2 65.28$ 3 62.88$ 3 63.17$ 3 66.68$ 3 68.65$ 4 66.14$ 4 66.43$ 4 70.13$ 4 72.20$ 5 69.57$ 12,058.80$ 144,705.60$ 5 69.86$ 12,109.07$ 145,308.80$ 5 73.76$ 12,785.07$ 153,420.80$ 5 75.94$ 13,162.93$ 157,955.20$ 554 Non‐Exempt Utility System Technician 580 Non‐Exempt Senior Building Inspector 360 Non‐Exempt Sr Buyer 461 Non‐Exempt Sprinkler Sys Repr 385 Non‐Exempt Senior Fleet Services Coordinator 556 Non‐Exempt Sr Utility System Technician 251 Non‐Exempt Sr Librarian 512 Non‐Exempt Sr Instrum Elect 544 Non‐Exempt Sr Industrial Waste Investigator 224 Non‐Exempt Sr Chemist 504 Non‐Exempt Sr. Mech Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 399 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 63.53 1 $ 63.82 1 $ 65.38 1 $ 67.32 2 $ 66.83 2 $ 67.12 2 $ 68.76 2 $ 70.80 3 $ 70.30 3 $ 70.59 3 $ 72.32 3 $ 74.46 4 $ 73.95 4 $ 74.24 4 $ 76.07 4 $ 78.32 5 $ 77.80 $13,485.45 $161,825.46 5 $ 78.09 $ 13,535.72 $162,428.66 5 $ 80.01 $13,869.09 $166,429.05 5 $ 82.38 $14,279.20 $171,350.40 1 $ 57.18 1 $ 57.47 1 $ 60.70 1 $ 62.48 2 $ 60.14 2 $ 60.43 2 $ 63.83 2 $ 65.71 3 $ 63.26 3 $ 63.55 3 $ 67.13 3 $ 69.11 4 $ 66.54 4 $ 66.83 4 $ 70.60 4 $ 72.69 5 $ 69.99 $12,132.05 $145,584.61 5 $ 70.28 $ 12,182.32 $146,187.81 5 $ 74.25 $12,870.52 $154,446.26 5 $ 76.45 $13,251.33 $159,016.00 1 $ 64.05 1 $ 64.34 1 $ 66.39 1 $ 68.34 2 $ 67.37 2 $ 67.66 2 $ 69.82 2 $ 71.88 3 $ 70.87 3 $ 71.16 3 $ 73.43 3 $ 75.60 4 $ 74.55 4 $ 74.84 4 $ 77.23 4 $ 79.52 5 $ 78.43 $13,594.57 $163,134.82 5 $ 78.72 $ 13,644.83 $163,738.02 5 $ 81.23 $14,080.67 $168,968.03 5 $ 83.64 $14,497.60 $173,971.20 1 $ 76.77 1 $ 77.06 1 $ 78.95 1 $ 81.28 2 $ 80.76 2 $ 81.05 2 $ 83.04 2 $ 85.50 3 $ 84.96 3 $ 85.25 3 $ 87.35 3 $ 89.94 4 $ 89.39 4 $ 89.68 4 $ 91.89 4 $ 94.61 5 $ 94.04 $16,300.92 $195,611.06 5 $ 94.33 $ 16,351.19 $196,214.26 5 $ 96.66 $16,754.94 $201,059.30 5 $ 99.53 $17,251.87 $207,022.40 1 $ 45.60 1 $ 45.89 1 $ 47.01 1 $ 48.38 2 $ 47.95 2 $ 48.24 2 $ 49.42 2 $ 50.87 3 $ 50.43 3 $ 50.72 3 $ 51.96 3 $ 53.49 4 $ 53.04 4 $ 53.33 4 $ 54.63 4 $ 56.24 5 $ 55.78 $ 9,669.30 $116,031.61 5 $ 56.07 $ 9,719.57 $116,634.81 5 $ 57.45 $ 9,957.53 $119,490.36 5 $ 59.14 $10,250.93 $123,011.20 1 $ 57.80 1 $ 58.09 1 $ 61.33 1 $ 63.15 2 $ 60.80 2 $ 61.09 2 $ 64.50 2 $ 66.41 3 $ 63.95 3 $ 64.24 3 $ 67.83 3 $ 69.84 4 $ 67.27 4 $ 67.56 4 $ 71.34 4 $ 73.45 5 $ 70.76 $12,265.07 $147,180.80 5 $ 71.05 $ 12,315.33 $147,784.00 5 $ 75.03 $13,005.20 $156,062.40 5 $ 77.25 $13,390.00 $160,680.00 1 1 1 $ 97.54 1 $ 100.44 2 2 2 $ 102.61 2 $ 105.66 3 3 3 $ 107.95 3 $ 111.16 4 4 4 $ 113.57 4 $ 116.95 5 5 5 $ 119.49 $20,711.60 $248,539.20 5 $ 123.04 $21,326.93 $255,923.20 1 $ 54.55 1 $ 54.84 1 $ 57.88 1 $ 59.59 2 $ 57.38 2 $ 57.67 2 $ 60.87 2 $ 62.66 3 $ 60.35 3 $ 60.64 3 $ 64.01 3 $ 65.90 4 $ 63.48 4 $ 63.77 4 $ 67.32 4 $ 69.31 5 $ 66.77 $11,573.50 $138,882.02 5 $ 67.06 $ 11,623.77 $139,485.22 5 $ 70.80 $12,272.52 $147,270.23 5 $ 72.90 $12,636.00 $151,632.00 1 $ 36.63 1 $ 36.92 1 $ 38.13 1 $ 39.26 2 $ 38.51 2 $ 38.80 2 $ 40.08 2 $ 41.26 3 $ 40.49 3 $ 40.78 3 $ 42.13 3 $ 43.37 4 $ 42.57 4 $ 42.86 4 $ 44.29 4 $ 45.59 5 $ 44.76 $ 7,759.20 $ 93,110.37 5 $ 45.05 $ 7,809.46 $ 93,713.57 5 $ 46.56 $ 8,070.69 $ 96,848.22 5 $ 47.93 $ 8,307.87 $ 99,694.40 1 $ 44.38 1 $ 44.67 1 $ 46.68 1 $ 48.04 2 $ 46.67 2 $ 46.96 2 $ 49.08 2 $ 50.51 3 $ 49.08 3 $ 49.37 3 $ 51.60 3 $ 53.11 4 $ 51.62 4 $ 51.91 4 $ 54.25 4 $ 55.84 5 $ 54.29 $ 9,410.96 $112,931.52 5 $ 54.58 $ 9,461.23 $113,534.72 5 $ 57.04 $ 9,887.53 $118,650.35 5 $ 58.72 $10,178.13 $122,137.60 1 $ 40.82 1 $ 41.11 1 $ 42.83 1 $ 44.09 2 $ 42.92 2 $ 43.21 2 $ 45.02 2 $ 46.35 3 $ 45.13 3 $ 45.42 3 $ 47.33 3 $ 48.73 4 $ 47.46 4 $ 47.75 4 $ 49.76 4 $ 51.23 5 $ 49.92 $ 8,652.14 $103,825.70 5 $ 50.21 $ 8,702.41 $104,428.90 5 $ 52.32 $ 9,068.13 $108,817.62 5 $ 53.86 $ 9,335.73 $112,028.80 506 Non‐Exempt Sr Operator Wqc 361 Non‐Exempt Sr Mkt Analyst 280 Non‐Exempt Sr Ranger 337 Non‐Exempt Sr. Plan Check Engineer 318 Non‐Exempt Sr Planner 405 Non‐Exempt St Maint Asst TBD Non‐Exempt Sr Util Syst Oper 501 Non‐Exempt Sr Water Sys Oper 261 Non‐Exempt Sr Util Field Svc Rep 248 Non‐Exempt Storekeeper 392 Non‐Exempt St Sweeper Op Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 400 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 43.65 1 $ 43.94 1 $ 45.77 1 $ 47.11 2 $ 45.90 2 $ 46.19 2 $ 48.12 2 $ 49.53 3 $ 48.27 3 $ 48.56 3 $ 50.59 3 $ 52.08 4 $ 50.76 4 $ 51.05 4 $ 53.19 4 $ 54.76 5 $ 53.38 $ 9,252.95 $111,035.39 5 $ 53.67 $ 9,303.22 $111,638.59 5 $ 55.93 $ 9,694.79 $116,337.47 5 $ 57.58 $ 9,980.53 $119,766.40 1 $ 62.42 1 $ 62.71 1 $ 64.25 1 $ 66.15 2 $ 65.66 2 $ 65.95 2 $ 67.57 2 $ 69.57 3 $ 69.07 3 $ 69.36 3 $ 71.07 3 $ 73.17 4 $ 72.66 4 $ 72.95 4 $ 74.75 4 $ 76.96 5 $ 76.44 $13,250.16 $159,001.87 5 $ 76.73 $ 13,300.42 $159,605.07 5 $ 78.62 $13,627.91 $163,534.87 5 $ 80.95 $14,031.33 $168,376.00 1 $ 70.48 1 $ 70.77 1 $ 72.51 1 $ 74.66 2 $ 74.14 2 $ 74.43 2 $ 76.27 2 $ 78.53 3 $ 78.00 3 $ 78.29 3 $ 80.22 3 $ 82.60 4 $ 82.06 4 $ 82.35 4 $ 84.38 4 $ 86.89 5 $ 86.34 $14,965.01 $179,580.15 5 $ 86.63 $ 15,015.28 $180,183.35 5 $ 88.76 $15,385.63 $184,627.62 5 $ 91.40 $15,842.67 $190,112.00 1 $ 65.91 1 $ 66.20 1 $ 67.82 1 $ 69.84 2 $ 69.33 2 $ 69.62 2 $ 71.33 2 $ 73.45 3 $ 72.93 3 $ 73.22 3 $ 75.02 3 $ 77.25 4 $ 76.72 4 $ 77.01 4 $ 78.91 4 $ 81.25 5 $ 80.71 $13,989.97 $167,879.62 5 $ 81.00 $ 14,040.23 $168,482.82 5 $ 83.00 $14,386.21 $172,634.57 5 $ 85.46 $14,813.07 $177,756.80 1 $ 71.84 1 $ 72.13 1 $ 73.90 1 $ 76.09 2 $ 75.57 2 $ 75.86 2 $ 77.73 2 $ 80.03 3 $ 79.50 3 $ 79.79 3 $ 81.76 3 $ 84.18 4 $ 83.64 4 $ 83.93 4 $ 86.00 4 $ 88.55 5 $ 87.99 $15,252.32 $183,027.83 5 $ 88.28 $ 15,302.59 $183,631.03 5 $ 90.46 $15,680.12 $188,161.48 5 $ 93.15 $16,146.00 $193,752.00 1 $ 68.04 1 $ 68.33 1 $ 70.02 1 $ 72.09 2 $ 71.58 2 $ 71.87 2 $ 73.64 2 $ 75.82 3 $ 75.30 3 $ 75.59 3 $ 77.45 3 $ 79.75 4 $ 79.22 4 $ 79.51 4 $ 81.47 4 $ 83.89 5 $ 83.34 $14,446.07 $173,352.80 5 $ 83.63 $ 14,496.33 $173,956.00 5 $ 85.69 $14,853.71 $178,244.58 5 $ 88.24 $15,294.93 $183,539.20 1 $ 76.79 1 $ 77.08 1 $ 78.99 1 $ 81.33 2 $ 80.79 2 $ 81.08 2 $ 83.09 2 $ 85.55 3 $ 85.00 3 $ 85.29 3 $ 87.40 3 $ 89.99 4 $ 89.43 4 $ 89.72 4 $ 91.94 4 $ 94.67 5 $ 94.10 $16,309.96 $195,719.57 5 $ 94.39 $ 16,360.23 $196,322.77 5 $ 96.72 $16,764.21 $201,170.51 5 $ 99.59 $17,262.27 $207,147.20 1 $ 48.98 1 $ 49.27 1 $ 51.19 1 $ 52.70 2 $ 51.51 2 $ 51.80 2 $ 53.82 2 $ 55.41 3 $ 54.18 3 $ 54.47 3 $ 56.59 3 $ 58.26 4 $ 56.99 4 $ 57.28 4 $ 59.51 4 $ 61.27 5 $ 59.94 $10,390.26 $124,683.10 5 $ 60.23 $ 10,440.53 $125,286.30 5 $ 62.58 $10,847.71 $130,172.52 5 $ 64.43 $11,167.87 $134,014.40 1 $ 53.21 1 $ 53.50 1 $ 55.59 1 $ 57.21 2 $ 55.96 2 $ 56.25 2 $ 58.45 2 $ 60.16 3 $ 58.86 3 $ 59.15 3 $ 61.46 3 $ 63.27 4 $ 61.91 4 $ 62.20 4 $ 64.63 4 $ 66.54 5 $ 65.13 $11,288.71 $135,464.58 5 $ 65.42 $ 11,338.98 $136,067.78 5 $ 67.97 $11,781.89 $141,382.73 5 $ 69.98 $12,129.87 $145,558.40 1 $ 73.85 1 $ 74.14 1 $ 75.97 1 $ 78.21 2 $ 77.69 2 $ 77.98 2 $ 79.91 2 $ 82.27 3 $ 81.73 3 $ 82.02 3 $ 84.05 3 $ 86.54 4 $ 85.99 4 $ 86.28 4 $ 88.41 4 $ 91.03 5 $ 90.47 $15,681.05 $188,172.59 5 $ 90.76 $ 15,731.32 $188,775.79 5 $ 93.00 $16,119.57 $193,434.87 5 $ 95.76 $16,598.40 $199,180.80 1 $ 50.90 1 $ 51.19 1 $ 52.44 1 $ 53.98 2 $ 53.53 2 $ 53.82 2 $ 55.14 2 $ 56.76 3 $ 56.30 3 $ 56.59 3 $ 57.98 3 $ 59.69 4 $ 59.22 4 $ 59.51 4 $ 60.97 4 $ 62.77 5 $ 62.29 $10,796.46 $129,557.50 5 $ 62.58 $ 10,846.72 $130,160.70 5 $ 64.11 $11,112.87 $133,354.40 5 $ 66.01 $11,441.73 $137,300.80 288 Non‐Exempt Storekeeper-L 549 Non‐Exempt Substation Electrician 546 Non‐Exempt Street Light, Traffic Signal and Fiber Technician 547 Non‐Exempt Street Light, Traffic Signal and Fiber – Lead 545 Non‐Exempt Street Light, Traffic Signal and Fiber – Apprentice 325 Non‐Exempt Surveyor, Public Wks 326 Non‐Exempt Surveying Asst 550 Non‐Exempt Substation Electrician - Lead 548 Non‐Exempt Substation Electrician - Apprentice 229 Non‐Exempt Theater Specialist 362 Non‐Exempt Technologist Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 401 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 42.71 1 $ 43.00 1 $ 44.43 1 $ 45.73 2 $ 44.91 2 $ 45.20 2 $ 46.71 2 $ 48.08 3 $ 47.23 3 $ 47.52 3 $ 49.11 3 $ 50.55 4 $ 49.67 4 $ 49.96 4 $ 51.63 4 $ 53.15 5 $ 52.24 $ 9,054.52 $108,654.21 5 $ 52.53 $ 9,104.78 $109,257.41 5 $ 54.29 $ 9,410.48 $112,925.74 5 $ 55.89 $ 9,687.60 $116,251.20 1 $ 39.60 1 $ 39.89 1 $ 41.23 1 $ 42.44 2 $ 41.64 2 $ 41.93 2 $ 43.34 2 $ 44.61 3 $ 43.79 3 $ 44.08 3 $ 45.56 3 $ 46.90 4 $ 46.05 4 $ 46.34 4 $ 47.90 4 $ 49.31 5 $ 48.43 $ 8,394.91 $100,738.98 5 $ 48.72 $ 8,445.18 $101,342.18 5 $ 50.36 $ 8,728.23 $104,738.75 5 $ 51.84 $ 8,985.60 $107,827.20 1 $ 45.64 1 $ 45.93 1 $ 47.47 1 $ 48.87 2 $ 48.00 2 $ 48.29 2 $ 49.91 2 $ 51.38 3 $ 50.48 3 $ 50.77 3 $ 52.48 3 $ 54.02 4 $ 53.09 4 $ 53.38 4 $ 55.18 4 $ 56.80 5 $ 55.84 $ 9,679.21 $116,150.53 5 $ 56.13 $ 9,729.48 $116,753.73 5 $ 58.02 $10,056.62 $120,679.43 5 $ 59.73 $10,353.20 $124,238.40 1 $ 81.12 1 $ 81.41 1 $ 83.41 1 $ 85.89 2 $ 85.34 2 $ 85.63 2 $ 87.74 2 $ 90.35 3 $ 89.79 3 $ 90.08 3 $ 92.30 3 $ 95.04 4 $ 94.47 4 $ 94.76 4 $ 97.10 4 $ 99.98 5 $ 99.40 $17,228.76 $206,745.08 5 $ 99.69 $ 17,279.02 $207,348.28 5 $ 102.15 $17,705.97 $212,471.67 5 $ 105.18 $18,231.20 $218,774.40 1 $ 38.27 1 $ 38.56 1 $ 41.03 1 $ 42.23 2 $ 40.24 2 $ 40.53 2 $ 43.13 2 $ 44.39 3 $ 42.31 3 $ 42.60 3 $ 45.34 3 $ 46.67 4 $ 44.49 4 $ 44.78 4 $ 47.67 4 $ 49.07 5 $ 46.79 $ 8,110.13 $ 97,321.54 5 $ 47.08 $ 8,160.39 $ 97,924.74 5 $ 50.12 $ 8,687.22 $104,246.68 5 $ 51.59 $ 8,942.27 $107,307.20 1 $ 44.50 1 $ 44.79 1 $ 47.68 1 $ 49.09 2 $ 46.80 2 $ 47.09 2 $ 50.13 2 $ 51.61 3 $ 49.22 3 $ 49.51 3 $ 52.71 3 $ 54.27 4 $ 51.76 4 $ 52.05 4 $ 55.42 4 $ 57.06 5 $ 54.44 $ 9,436.68 $113,240.19 5 $ 54.73 $ 9,486.95 $113,843.39 5 $ 58.28 $10,101.58 $121,218.99 5 $ 60.00 $10,400.00 $124,800.00 1 $ 43.83 1 $ 44.12 1 $ 46.95 1 $ 48.34 2 $ 46.09 2 $ 46.38 2 $ 49.36 2 $ 50.82 3 $ 48.47 3 $ 48.76 3 $ 51.90 3 $ 53.43 4 $ 50.97 4 $ 51.26 4 $ 54.57 4 $ 56.18 5 $ 53.61 $ 9,291.53 $111,498.40 5 $ 53.90 $ 9,341.80 $112,101.60 5 $ 57.39 $ 9,946.83 $119,361.91 5 $ 59.08 $10,240.53 $122,886.40 1 $ 46.83 1 $ 47.12 1 $ 50.17 1 $ 51.64 2 $ 49.25 2 $ 49.54 2 $ 52.75 2 $ 54.30 3 $ 51.80 3 $ 52.09 3 $ 55.46 3 $ 57.10 4 $ 54.48 4 $ 54.77 4 $ 58.32 4 $ 60.04 5 $ 57.30 $ 9,932.00 $119,184.00 5 $ 57.59 $ 9,982.27 $119,787.20 5 $ 61.33 $10,630.53 $127,566.40 5 $ 63.14 $10,944.27 $131,331.20 1 $ 41.37 1 $ 41.66 1 $ 44.33 1 $ 45.64 2 $ 43.50 2 $ 43.79 2 $ 46.60 2 $ 47.98 3 $ 45.74 3 $ 46.03 3 $ 48.99 3 $ 50.44 4 $ 48.10 4 $ 48.39 4 $ 51.51 4 $ 53.03 5 $ 50.58 $ 8,767.89 $105,214.72 5 $ 50.87 $ 8,818.16 $105,817.92 5 $ 54.16 $ 9,388.53 $112,662.31 5 $ 55.76 $ 9,665.07 $115,980.80 1 $ 42.61 1 $ 42.90 1 $ 44.00 1 $ 45.29 2 $ 44.81 2 $ 45.10 2 $ 46.25 2 $ 47.61 3 $ 47.12 3 $ 47.41 3 $ 48.62 3 $ 50.05 4 $ 49.55 4 $ 49.84 4 $ 51.12 4 $ 52.62 5 $ 52.11 $ 9,032.47 $108,389.63 5 $ 52.40 $ 9,082.74 $108,992.83 5 $ 53.75 $ 9,316.23 $111,794.75 5 $ 55.33 $ 9,590.53 $115,086.40 1 $ 79.36 1 $ 79.65 1 $ 81.62 1 $ 84.03 2 $ 83.49 2 $ 83.78 2 $ 85.85 2 $ 88.39 3 $ 87.84 3 $ 88.13 3 $ 90.31 3 $ 92.98 4 $ 92.42 4 $ 92.71 4 $ 95.00 4 $ 97.81 5 $ 97.23 $16,854.05 $202,248.59 5 $ 97.52 $ 16,904.32 $202,851.79 5 $ 99.93 $17,321.90 $207,862.77 5 $ 102.90 $17,836.00 $214,032.00 412 Non‐Exempt Traf Cont Maint Ii 406 Non‐Exempt Traf Cont Maint I 434 Non‐Exempt Tree Maintenance Specialist 435 Non‐Exempt Tree Maint Asst 575 Non‐Exempt Traffic Engineering Lead 407 Non‐Exempt Traf Cont Maint-L 223 Non‐Exempt Util Acctg Tech 432 Non‐Exempt Tree Trm/Ln Clr Asst 431 Non‐Exempt Tree Trim/Ln Clr-L 430 Non‐Exempt Tree Trim/Ln Clr 272 Non‐Exempt Util Comp Tech Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 402 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 84.85 1 $ 85.14 1 $ 87.24 1 $ 89.83 2 $ 89.27 2 $ 89.56 2 $ 91.77 2 $ 94.50 3 $ 93.92 3 $ 94.21 3 $ 96.54 3 $ 99.41 4 $ 98.82 4 $ 99.11 4 $ 101.56 4 $ 104.58 5 $ 103.98 $18,023.03 $216,276.31 5 $ 104.27 $ 18,073.29 $216,879.51 5 $ 106.85 $18,520.10 $222,241.17 5 $ 110.02 $19,070.13 $228,841.60 1 $ 50.57 1 $ 50.86 1 $ 52.18 1 $ 53.70 2 $ 53.19 2 $ 53.48 2 $ 54.86 2 $ 56.47 3 $ 55.94 3 $ 56.23 3 $ 57.69 3 $ 59.38 4 $ 58.84 4 $ 59.13 4 $ 60.66 4 $ 62.44 5 $ 61.89 $10,728.33 $128,739.94 5 $ 62.18 $ 10,778.59 $129,343.14 5 $ 63.79 $11,056.67 $132,680.05 5 $ 65.67 $11,382.80 $136,593.60 1 $ 67.50 1 $ 67.79 1 $ 69.47 1 $ 71.52 2 $ 71.01 2 $ 71.30 2 $ 73.06 2 $ 75.22 3 $ 74.70 3 $ 74.99 3 $ 76.84 3 $ 79.12 4 $ 78.59 4 $ 78.88 4 $ 80.82 4 $ 83.22 5 $ 82.68 $14,331.09 $171,973.03 5 $ 82.97 $ 14,381.35 $172,576.23 5 $ 85.01 $14,735.86 $176,830.31 5 $ 87.54 $15,173.60 $182,083.20 1 $ 54.07 1 $ 54.36 1 $ 57.39 1 $ 59.08 2 $ 56.87 2 $ 57.16 2 $ 60.35 2 $ 62.13 3 $ 59.82 3 $ 60.11 3 $ 63.47 3 $ 65.34 4 $ 62.92 4 $ 63.21 4 $ 66.75 4 $ 68.72 5 $ 66.19 $11,472.93 $137,675.20 5 $ 66.48 $ 11,523.20 $138,278.40 5 $ 70.20 $12,168.00 $146,016.00 5 $ 72.28 $12,528.53 $150,342.40 1 $ 52.75 1 $ 53.04 1 $ 55.98 1 $ 57.64 2 $ 55.48 2 $ 55.77 2 $ 58.87 2 $ 60.61 3 $ 58.35 3 $ 58.64 3 $ 61.91 3 $ 63.74 4 $ 61.38 4 $ 61.67 4 $ 65.11 4 $ 67.03 5 $ 64.57 $11,191.34 $134,296.03 5 $ 64.86 $ 11,241.60 $134,899.23 5 $ 68.47 $11,868.65 $142,423.78 5 $ 70.50 $12,220.00 $146,640.00 1 $ 44.86 1 $ 45.15 1 $ 47.65 1 $ 49.06 2 $ 47.18 2 $ 47.47 2 $ 50.10 2 $ 51.58 3 $ 49.62 3 $ 49.91 3 $ 52.68 3 $ 54.23 4 $ 52.19 4 $ 52.48 4 $ 55.39 4 $ 57.02 5 $ 54.89 $ 9,513.85 $114,166.21 5 $ 55.18 $ 9,564.12 $114,769.41 5 $ 58.25 $10,095.89 $121,150.69 5 $ 59.96 $10,393.07 $124,716.80 1 $ 57.47 1 $ 57.76 1 $ 60.98 1 $ 62.79 2 $ 60.45 2 $ 60.74 2 $ 64.13 2 $ 66.03 3 $ 63.59 3 $ 63.88 3 $ 67.44 3 $ 69.44 4 $ 66.89 4 $ 67.18 4 $ 70.93 4 $ 73.03 5 $ 70.36 $12,196.36 $146,356.29 5 $ 70.65 $ 12,246.62 $146,959.49 5 $ 74.60 $12,930.75 $155,169.00 5 $ 76.81 $13,313.73 $159,764.80 1 $ 56.94 1 $ 57.23 1 $ 60.20 1 $ 61.97 2 $ 59.89 2 $ 60.18 2 $ 63.31 2 $ 65.17 3 $ 63.00 3 $ 63.29 3 $ 66.58 3 $ 68.54 4 $ 66.27 4 $ 66.56 4 $ 70.02 4 $ 72.09 5 $ 69.72 $12,084.28 $145,011.36 5 $ 70.01 $ 12,134.55 $145,614.56 5 $ 73.64 $12,764.81 $153,177.78 5 $ 75.82 $13,142.13 $157,705.60 1 $ 37.68 1 $ 37.97 1 $ 38.89 1 $ 40.02 2 $ 39.62 2 $ 39.91 2 $ 40.88 2 $ 42.07 3 $ 41.66 3 $ 41.95 3 $ 42.97 3 $ 44.22 4 $ 43.81 4 $ 44.10 4 $ 45.17 4 $ 46.49 5 $ 46.07 $ 7,984.84 $ 95,818.11 5 $ 46.36 $ 8,035.11 $ 96,421.31 5 $ 47.49 $ 8,230.96 $ 98,771.52 5 $ 48.88 $ 8,472.53 $101,670.40 1 $ 52.15 1 $ 52.44 1 $ 55.35 1 $ 56.98 2 $ 54.85 2 $ 55.14 2 $ 58.20 2 $ 59.92 3 $ 57.69 3 $ 57.98 3 $ 61.20 3 $ 63.01 4 $ 60.68 4 $ 60.97 4 $ 64.36 4 $ 66.26 5 $ 63.82 $11,062.72 $132,752.67 5 $ 64.11 $ 11,112.99 $133,355.87 5 $ 67.69 $11,732.73 $140,792.77 5 $ 69.69 $12,079.60 $144,955.20 1 $ 55.07 1 $ 55.36 1 $ 58.22 1 $ 59.93 2 $ 57.92 2 $ 58.21 2 $ 61.22 2 $ 63.02 3 $ 60.92 3 $ 61.21 3 $ 64.38 3 $ 66.28 4 $ 64.08 4 $ 64.37 4 $ 67.71 4 $ 69.71 5 $ 67.41 $11,683.74 $140,204.90 5 $ 67.70 $ 11,734.01 $140,808.10 5 $ 71.21 $12,343.12 $148,117.46 5 $ 73.32 $12,708.80 $152,505.60 310 Non‐Exempt Util Engr Estimator 219 Non‐Exempt Util Credit/Col Spec 273 Non‐Exempt Util Comp Tech-L 479 Non‐Exempt Util Install/Rep-L 481 Non‐Exempt Util Install/Rep Ast 480 Non‐Exempt Util Install/Rep 486 Non‐Exempt Util Fld Svcs Rep 215 Non‐Exempt Sustainability Programs Administrator 271 Non‐Exempt Util Locator 364 Non‐Exempt Util Mkt Analyst 363 Non‐Exempt Util Key Acct Rep Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 403 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 54.10 1 $ 54.39 1 $ 55.72 1 $ 57.35 2 $ 56.90 2 $ 57.19 2 $ 58.59 2 $ 60.31 3 $ 59.85 3 $ 60.14 3 $ 61.61 3 $ 63.42 4 $ 62.95 4 $ 63.24 4 $ 64.79 4 $ 66.70 5 $ 66.21 $11,476.95 $137,723.46 5 $ 66.50 $ 11,527.22 $138,326.66 5 $ 68.14 $11,810.38 $141,724.50 5 $ 70.15 $12,159.33 $145,912.00 1 $ 88.75 1 $ 89.04 1 $ 91.24 1 $ 93.95 2 $ 93.38 2 $ 93.67 2 $ 95.98 2 $ 98.83 3 $ 98.25 3 $ 98.54 3 $ 100.97 3 $ 103.97 4 $ 103.37 4 $ 103.66 4 $ 106.22 4 $ 109.38 5 $ 108.77 $18,852.62 $226,231.46 5 $ 109.06 $ 18,902.89 $226,834.66 5 $ 111.75 $19,370.43 $232,445.20 5 $ 115.08 $19,947.20 $239,366.40 1 $ 84.36 1 $ 84.65 1 $ 86.75 1 $ 89.32 2 $ 88.75 2 $ 89.04 2 $ 91.25 2 $ 93.96 3 $ 93.38 3 $ 93.67 3 $ 95.99 3 $ 98.84 4 $ 98.25 4 $ 98.54 4 $ 100.98 4 $ 103.98 5 $ 103.38 $17,918.88 $215,026.52 5 $ 103.67 $ 17,969.14 $215,629.72 5 $ 106.23 $18,413.35 $220,960.15 5 $ 109.39 $18,960.93 $227,531.20 1 $ 72.17 1 $ 72.46 1 $ 74.23 1 $ 76.44 2 $ 75.92 2 $ 76.21 2 $ 78.08 2 $ 80.40 3 $ 79.87 3 $ 80.16 3 $ 82.13 3 $ 84.57 4 $ 84.03 4 $ 84.32 4 $ 86.39 4 $ 88.96 5 $ 88.41 $15,324.40 $183,892.80 5 $ 88.70 $ 15,374.67 $184,496.00 5 $ 90.88 $15,752.53 $189,030.40 5 $ 93.58 $16,220.53 $194,646.40 1 $ 59.75 1 $ 60.04 1 $ 63.38 1 $ 65.25 2 $ 62.85 2 $ 63.14 2 $ 66.65 2 $ 68.62 3 $ 66.11 3 $ 66.40 3 $ 70.10 3 $ 72.17 4 $ 69.54 4 $ 69.83 4 $ 73.73 4 $ 75.91 5 $ 73.15 $12,679.58 $152,154.91 5 $ 73.44 $ 12,729.84 $152,758.11 5 $ 77.55 $13,441.41 $161,296.96 5 $ 79.84 $13,838.93 $166,067.20 1 $ 54.82 1 $ 55.11 1 $ 58.18 1 $ 59.90 2 $ 57.66 2 $ 57.95 2 $ 61.18 2 $ 62.99 3 $ 60.65 3 $ 60.94 3 $ 64.34 3 $ 66.24 4 $ 63.80 4 $ 64.09 4 $ 67.67 4 $ 69.67 5 $ 67.11 $11,632.40 $139,588.80 5 $ 67.40 $ 11,682.67 $140,192.00 5 $ 71.17 $12,336.13 $148,033.60 5 $ 73.28 $12,701.87 $152,422.40 1 $ 43.35 1 $ 43.64 1 $ 44.71 1 $ 46.02 2 $ 45.59 2 $ 45.88 2 $ 47.00 2 $ 48.38 3 $ 47.94 3 $ 48.23 3 $ 49.41 3 $ 50.86 4 $ 50.42 4 $ 50.71 4 $ 51.95 4 $ 53.48 5 $ 53.03 $ 9,191.42 $110,297.05 5 $ 53.32 $ 9,241.69 $110,900.25 5 $ 54.62 $ 9,467.70 $113,612.43 5 $ 56.23 $ 9,746.53 $116,958.40 1 $ 42.30 1 $ 42.59 1 $ 44.94 1 $ 46.25 2 $ 44.48 2 $ 44.77 2 $ 47.24 2 $ 48.62 3 $ 46.77 3 $ 47.06 3 $ 49.67 3 $ 51.12 4 $ 49.19 4 $ 49.48 4 $ 52.22 4 $ 53.75 5 $ 51.73 $ 8,966.33 $107,595.90 5 $ 52.02 $ 9,016.59 $108,199.10 5 $ 54.91 $ 9,517.27 $114,207.22 5 $ 56.52 $ 9,796.80 $117,561.60 1 $ 48.18 1 $ 48.47 1 $ 51.16 1 $ 52.67 2 $ 50.67 2 $ 50.96 2 $ 53.79 2 $ 55.38 3 $ 53.29 3 $ 53.58 3 $ 56.56 3 $ 58.23 4 $ 56.05 4 $ 56.34 4 $ 59.48 4 $ 61.23 5 $ 58.96 $10,219.39 $122,632.64 5 $ 59.25 $ 10,269.65 $123,235.84 5 $ 62.55 $10,841.50 $130,097.97 5 $ 64.39 $11,160.93 $133,931.20 1 $ 44.32 1 $ 44.61 1 $ 47.10 1 $ 48.49 2 $ 46.61 2 $ 46.90 2 $ 49.52 2 $ 50.98 3 $ 49.02 3 $ 49.31 3 $ 52.07 3 $ 53.60 4 $ 51.55 4 $ 51.84 4 $ 54.75 4 $ 56.36 5 $ 54.22 $ 9,398.10 $112,777.18 5 $ 54.51 $ 9,448.37 $113,380.38 5 $ 57.57 $ 9,979.53 $119,754.37 5 $ 59.27 $10,273.47 $123,281.60 1 $ 50.52 1 $ 50.81 1 $ 53.66 1 $ 55.23 2 $ 53.13 2 $ 53.42 2 $ 56.42 2 $ 58.08 3 $ 55.88 3 $ 56.17 3 $ 59.33 3 $ 61.08 4 $ 58.77 4 $ 59.06 4 $ 62.39 4 $ 64.23 5 $ 61.82 $10,715.47 $128,585.60 5 $ 62.11 $ 10,765.73 $129,188.80 5 $ 65.61 $11,372.57 $136,470.82 5 $ 67.55 $11,708.67 $140,504.00 284 Non‐Exempt Utilities Engineer Estimator Lead 322 Non‐Exempt Util Syst Oper in Training 307 Non‐Exempt Util Syst Oper 233 Non‐Exempt Util Rate Analyst 499 Non‐Exempt Water Sys Oper I 274 Non‐Exempt Volunteer Coord 289 Non‐Exempt Utl Install Repair-Welding Cert 290 Non‐Exempt Utl Install Repair Lead-Welding Cert 509 Non‐Exempt WQC Plt Oper II 500 Non‐Exempt WQC Plt Oper I 507 Non‐Exempt Water Sys Oper II Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 404 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Salary Schedule Effective 3/22/2025 (MKT + 3% + Med Ben) Effective 12/27/2025 (Med Ben) Effective 1/10/2026 (MKT + 2.5% + Med Ben) Effective 1/9/2027 (3% + Med Ben) 1 $ 39.15 1 $ 39.44 1 $ 41.63 1 $ 42.85 2 $ 41.16 2 $ 41.45 2 $ 43.76 2 $ 45.04 3 $ 43.28 3 $ 43.57 3 $ 46.00 3 $ 47.35 4 $ 45.51 4 $ 45.80 4 $ 48.36 4 $ 49.78 5 $ 47.86 $ 8,295.70 $ 99,548.38 5 $ 48.15 $ 8,345.97 $100,151.58 5 $ 50.85 $ 8,813.81 $105,765.71 5 $ 52.34 $ 9,072.27 $108,867.20 510 Non‐Exempt WQC Plt Oper Trn Item 8Attachment A - AmendedSalary Schedule for ServiceEmployee’s InternationalUnion (SEIU) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 405 of 1165 JobCode Classifications GradeCodes MinHourlyRate MaxHourlyRate ApproxMaxMonthlySalary Approx.MaxAnnualSalary 2076 Utilities Administrative Assistant 0700 $41.46 $55.28 $9,582 $114,983 1002 Assistant Director, Utilites Customer Support Services 0230 $108.13 $144.17 $24,990 $299,874 6 Assistant Director, Electric and Fiber Utilities Utilities 0190 $117.94 $157.24 $27,255 $327,060 1003 Assistant Director, WGW Utilities 0190 $113.89 $151.85 $26,321 $315,848 65 Assistant Director, Utilities Resource Management 0200 $111.21 $148.28 $25,702 $308,423 84 Manager, Utilities Public Communications 0380 $72.36 $96.47 $16,722 $200,658 129 Engineering Manager, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0231 $109.67 $146.22 $25,345 $304,138 120 Engineering Manager, Water, Gas & Wastewater (WGW) Utilities 0231 $103.99 $138.64 $24,031 $288,372 2025 Manager, Utilities Strategic Business Services 0240 $98.35 $131.13 $22,730 $272,751 179 Manager, Utilities Customer Service 0360 $82.76 $110.34 $19,126 $229,508 185 Operations Manager, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0270 $99.05 $132.06 $22,891 $274,685 1114 Manager, Utilities Credit & Collection 0360 $82.76 $110.34 $19,126 $229,508 156 Operations Manager, WGW Utilities 0270 $92.91 $123.87 $21,471 $257,650 150 Manager, Utilities Program Services 0350 $76.72 $102.28 $17,729 $212,743 48 Manager, Fiber Optic Utility 0350 $79.42 $105.89 $18,355 $220,252 2020 Utilities Principal Business Analyst 0330 $77.96 $103.93 $18,015 $216,175 13 Utilities Senior Business Analyst 0340 $72.70 $96.93 $16,802 $201,615 188 Principal Engineer, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0291 $95.52 $127.36 $22,076 $264,909 2187 Principal Engineer, WGW Utilities 0291 $90.58 $120.77 $20,934 $251,202 2014 Utilities Senior Management Analyst 0350 $66.18 $88.23 $15,294 $183,519 25 Senior Planner, Utilities Resources 0271 $85.12 $113.49 $19,672 $236,060 27 Supervising Project Engineer, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0341 $81.33 $108.43 $18,795 $225,535 28 Supervising Project Engineer, WGW Utilities 0341 $78.55 $104.74 $18,155 $217,860 1011 Manager, Utilities Compliance 0291 $90.26 $120.35 $20,861 $250,328 114 Operations Supervisor, WGW Utilities 0680 $80.92 $107.89 $18,701 $224,412 1113 Operations Supervisor, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0680 $89.03 $118.69 $20,573 $246,876 2017 Utilities Safety Officer 0390 $70.27 $93.69 $16,240 $194,876 City of Palo Alto Utilities Management and Professional Association of Palo Alto (UMPAPA) Salary Schedule Effective 7/12/2025 Item 8Attachment B - AmendedSalary Schedule for UtilitiesManagement andProfessional Association ofPalo Alto (UMPAPA) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 406 of 1165 JobCode Classifications Grade Codes MinHourlyRate MaxHourlyRate ApproxMaxMonthlySalary Approx.MaxAnnualSalary 2076 Utilities Administrative Assistant 0700 $42.71 $56.94 $9,870 $118,436 1002 Assistant Director, Utilites Customer Support Services 0230 $111.38 $148.50 $25,740 $308,880 6 Assistant Director, Electric and Fiber Utilities Utilities 0190 $121.48 $161.96 $28,074 $336,877 1003 Assistant Director, WGW Utilities 0190 $117.31 $156.41 $27,112 $325,333 65 Assistant Director, Utilities Resource Management 0200 $114.55 $152.73 $26,474 $317,679 84 Manager, Utilities Public Communications 0380 $74.54 $99.37 $17,225 $206,690 129 Engineering Manager, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0231 $112.97 $150.61 $26,106 $313,269 120 Engineering Manager, Water, Gas & Wastewater (WGW) Utilities 0231 $107.11 $142.80 $24,752 $297,024 2025 Manager, Utilities Strategic Business Services 0240 $101.31 $135.07 $23,413 $280,946 179 Manager, Utilities Customer Service 0360 $85.25 $113.66 $19,702 $236,413 185 Operations Manager, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0270 $102.03 $136.03 $23,579 $282,943 1114 Manager, Utilities Credit & Collection 0360 $85.25 $113.66 $19,702 $236,413 156 Operations Manager, WGW Utilities 0270 $95.70 $127.59 $22,116 $265,388 150 Manager, Utilities Program Services 0350 $79.03 $105.35 $18,261 $219,128 48 Manager, Fiber Optic Utility 0350 $81.81 $109.07 $18,906 $226,866 2020 Utilities Principal Business Analyst 0330 $80.30 $107.05 $18,556 $222,664 13 Utilities Senior Business Analyst 0340 $74.89 $99.84 $17,306 $207,668 188 Principal Engineer, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0291 $98.39 $131.19 $22,740 $272,876 2187 Principal Engineer, WGW Utilities 0291 $93.30 $124.40 $21,563 $258,752 2014 Utilities Senior Management Analyst 0350 $68.17 $90.88 $15,753 $189,031 25 Senior Planner, Utilities Resources 0271 $87.68 $116.90 $20,263 $243,152 27 Supervising Project Engineer, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0341 $83.77 $111.69 $19,360 $232,316 28 Supervising Project Engineer, WGW Utilities 0341 $80.91 $107.89 $18,701 $224,412 1011 Manager, Utilities Compliance 0291 $92.97 $123.97 $21,489 $257,858 114 Operations Supervisor, WGW Utilities 0680 $83.35 $111.13 $19,263 $231,151 1113 Operations Supervisor, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0680 $91.71 $122.26 $21,192 $254,301 2017 Utilities Safety Officer 0390 $72.38 $96.51 $16,729 $200,741 City of Palo Alto Utilities Management and Professional Association of Palo Alto (UMPAPA) Salary Schedule Effective 7/11/2026 (3% Increase) Item 8Attachment B - AmendedSalary Schedule for UtilitiesManagement andProfessional Association ofPalo Alto (UMPAPA) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 407 of 1165 JobCode Classifications Grade Codes MinHourlyRate MaxHourlyRate ApproxMaxMonthlySalary Approx.MaxAnnualSalary 2076 Utilities Administrative Assistant 0700 $44.00 $58.65 $10,166 $121,992 1002 Assistant Director, Utilites Customer Support Services 0230 $114.73 $152.96 $26,514 $318,157 6 Assistant Director, Electric and Fiber Utilities Utilities 0190 $125.13 $166.82 $28,916 $346,986 1003 Assistant Director, WGW Utilities 0190 $120.83 $161.11 $27,926 $335,109 65 Assistant Director, Utilities Resource Management 0200 $117.99 $157.32 $27,269 $327,226 84 Manager, Utilities Public Communications 0380 $76.78 $102.36 $17,743 $212,909 129 Engineering Manager, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0231 $116.36 $155.13 $26,890 $322,671 120 Engineering Manager, Water, Gas & Wastewater (WGW) Utilities 0231 $110.33 $147.09 $25,496 $305,948 2025 Manager, Utilities Strategic Business Services 0240 $104.35 $139.13 $24,116 $289,391 179 Manager, Utilities Customer Service 0360 $87.81 $117.07 $20,293 $243,506 185 Operations Manager, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0270 $105.10 $140.12 $24,288 $291,450 1114 Manager, Utilities Credit & Collection 0360 $87.81 $117.07 $20,293 $243,506 156 Operations Manager, WGW Utilities 0270 $98.58 $131.42 $22,780 $273,354 150 Manager, Utilities Program Services 0350 $81.41 $108.52 $18,811 $225,722 48 Manager, Fiber Optic Utility 0350 $84.27 $112.35 $19,474 $233,688 2020 Utilities Principal Business Analyst 0330 $82.71 $110.27 $19,114 $229,362 13 Utilities Senior Business Analyst 0340 $77.14 $102.84 $17,826 $213,908 188 Principal Engineer, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0291 $101.35 $135.13 $23,423 $281,071 2187 Principal Engineer, WGW Utilities 0291 $96.10 $128.14 $22,211 $266,532 2014 Utilities Senior Management Analyst 0350 $70.22 $93.61 $16,226 $194,709 25 Senior Planner, Utilities Resources 0271 $90.32 $120.41 $20,872 $250,453 27 Supervising Project Engineer, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0341 $86.29 $115.05 $19,942 $239,304 28 Supervising Project Engineer, WGW Utilities 0341 $83.34 $111.13 $19,263 $231,151 1011 Manager, Utilities Compliance 0291 $95.76 $127.69 $22,133 $265,596 114 Operations Supervisor, WGW Utilities 0680 $85.86 $114.47 $19,842 $238,098 1113 Operations Supervisor, Electric and Fiber Utilities 0680 $94.47 $125.93 $21,828 $261,935 2017 Utilities Safety Officer 0390 $74.56 $99.41 $17,232 $206,773 City of Palo Alto Utilities Management and Professional Association of Palo Alto (UMPAPA) Salary Schedule Effective 7/10/2027 (3% Increase) Item 8Attachment B - AmendedSalary Schedule for UtilitiesManagement andProfessional Association ofPalo Alto (UMPAPA) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 408 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max 190 Non-Exempt Accountant 690P $45.65 $57.06 $68.48 $94,952 $118,689 $142,439 76 Exempt Administrative Assistant 750P $36.60 $45.75 $54.90 $76,128 $95,160 $114,192 115 Exempt Assistant Chief Building Official 405M $66.04 $82.55 $99.06 $137,364 $171,704 $206,045 132 Exempt Assistant Chief of Police 100A $107.89 $134.86 $161.84 $224,412 $280,509 $336,628 108 Exempt Assistant City Attorney 165A $82.92 $103.64 $124.37 $172,474 $215,572 $258,690 109 Exempt Assistant City Clerk 630M $50.40 $63.00 $75.60 $104,832 $131,040 $157,248 107 Exempt Assistant City Manager 20E $107.62 $134.52 $161.43 $223,850 $279,802 $335,775 73 Exempt Assistant Director Administrative Services 120A $89.40 $111.75 $134.10 $185,952 $232,440 $278,928 126 Exempt Assistant Director Community Services 150A $85.62 $107.02 $128.43 $178,090 $222,602 $267,135 1007 Exempt Assistant Director Human Resources 155A $82.81 $103.51 $124.22 $172,245 $215,301 $258,378 2032 Exampt Assistant Director Information Technology 150A $85.62 $107.02 $128.43 $178,090 $222,602 $267,135 2001 Exempt Assistant Director Library Services 160A $77.36 $96.70 $116.04 $160,909 $201,136 $241,364 10 Exempt Assistant Director Planning & Community Environment 130A $87.07 $108.83 $130.60 $181,106 $226,367 $271,648 143 Exempt Assistant Director Public Works 140A $86.07 $107.58 $129.10 $179,026 $223,767 $268,528 2034 Exempt Assistant Director Sustainability & Climate Action TBD $94.93 $118.66 $142.40 $197,455 $246,813 $296,192 2035 Exempt Assistant Fire Marshal TBD $80.84 $101.04 $121.25 $168,148 $210,164 $252,200 168 Exempt Assistant Fleet Manager 585M $50.08 $62.60 $75.12 $104,167 $130,208 $156,250 102 Exempt Assistant Manager WQCP 240D $71.28 $89.09 $106.91 $148,263 $185,308 $222,373 30 Exempt Assistant to the City Manager 390M $69.91 $87.38 $104.86 $145,413 $181,751 $218,109 118 Exempt Chief Building Official 290M $84.45 $105.56 $126.68 $175,656 $219,565 $263,495 2008 Exempt Chief Communications Officer 135A $82.36 $102.94 $123.53 $171,309 $214,116 $256,943 112 Exempt Chief Planning Official 220D $75.58 $94.47 $113.37 $157,207 $196,498 $235,810 95 Exempt Chief Procurement Officer 235D $64.63 $80.78 $96.94 $134,431 $168,023 $201,636 82 Exempt Chief Transportation Official 140A $87.41 $109.26 $131.12 $181,813 $227,261 $272,730 96 Exempt Claims Investigator 660P $44.36 $55.44 $66.53 $92,269 $115,316 $138,383 24 Exempt Communication Specialist 615M $47.96 $59.94 $71.93 $99,757 $124,676 $149,615 89 Exempt Contracts Administrator 585P $56.21 $70.26 $84.32 $116,917 $146,141 $175,386 186 Non-Exempt Coordinator Library Circulation 675M $45.80 $57.25 $68.70 $95,264 $119,080 $142,896 191 Exempt Fire Marshal 125A $98.24 $122.79 $147.35 $204,340 $255,404 $306,488 11 Exempt Deputy City Attorney 375M $65.16 $81.44 $97.73 $135,533 $169,396 $203,279 71 Exempt Deputy City Clerk 720M $39.60 $49.49 $59.39 $82,368 $102,940 $123,532 55 Exempt Deputy City Manager 115A $85.48 $106.85 $128.22 $177,799 $222,248 $266,698 195 Exempt Deputy Director Technical Services Division 200D $80.68 $100.84 $121.01 $167,815 $209,748 $251,701 20 Exempt Deputy Fire Chief 110A $102.31 $127.88 $153.46 $212,805 $265,991 $319,197 81 Exempt Director Administrative Services/Chief Financial Officer 50E $103.98 $129.97 $155.97 $216,279 $270,338 $324,418 72 Exempt Director Community Services 45E $98.90 $123.62 $148.35 $205,712 $257,130 $308,568 1012 Exempt Director Development Services 145A $86.94 $108.67 $130.41 $180,836 $226,034 $271,253 133 Exempt Director Human Resources/Chief People Officer 55E $99.15 $123.93 $148.72 $206,232 $257,775 $309,338 128 Exempt Director Information Technology/Chief Information Officer 25E $108.25 $135.31 $162.38 $225,160 $281,445 $337,751 131 Exempt Director Libraries 60E $92.64 $115.79 $138.95 $192,692 $240,844 $289,016 2028 Exempt Director of Emergency Medical Services 215D $78.08 $97.60 $117.12 $162,407 $203,008 $243,610 2005 Exempt Director Office of Emergency Services 215D $78.08 $97.60 $117.12 $162,407 $203,008 $243,610 49 Exempt Director Office of Management and Budget 120A $89.40 $111.75 $134.10 $185,952 $232,440 $278,928 134 Exempt Director Planning & Community Environment 40E $104.24 $130.30 $156.36 $216,820 $271,024 $325,229 135 Exempt Director Public Works/City Engineer 30E $105.57 $131.96 $158.36 $219,586 $274,477 $329,389 City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/12/2025 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 409 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/12/2025 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary 121 Exempt Director Utilities 10E $130.72 $163.39 $196.07 $271,898 $339,852 $407,826 2002 Exempt Division Head Library Services 260D $67.66 $84.57 $101.49 $140,733 $175,906 $211,100 172 Exempt Division Manager Open Space, Parks & Golf 245D $70.32 $87.89 $105.47 $146,266 $182,812 $219,378 2031 Exempt Division Manager Planning 220D $75.58 $94.47 $113.37 $157,207 $196,498 $235,810 1005 Exempt Executive Assistant to the City Manager 705M $41.28 $51.59 $61.91 $85,863 $107,308 $128,773 139 Exempt Fire Chief 35E $117.60 $147.00 $176.40 $244,608 $305,760 $366,912 163 Exempt Hearing Officer 480M $57.89 $72.36 $86.84 $120,412 $150,509 $180,628 101 Exempt Human Resources Representative 735P $38.65 $48.31 $57.98 $80,392 $100,485 $120,599 90 Exempt Landscape Architect Park Planner 510M $55.16 $68.94 $82.73 $114,733 $143,396 $172,079 2015 Exempt Legal Fellow 755P $48.56 $60.70 $72.84 $101,005 $126,256 $151,508 171 Exempt Management Analyst 585M $50.08 $62.60 $75.12 $104,167 $130,208 $156,250 401 Exempt Management Fellow 750P $36.60 $45.75 $54.90 $76,128 $95,160 $114,192 79 Exempt Manager Accounting 235D $68.31 $85.38 $102.46 $142,085 $177,591 $213,117 2007 Exempt Manager Airport 210D $78.34 $97.92 $117.51 $162,948 $203,674 $244,421 2023 Exempt Manager Budget 360M $72.45 $90.56 $108.68 $150,696 $188,365 $226,055 38 Exempt Manager Communications 525M $55.48 $69.34 $83.21 $115,399 $144,228 $173,077 154 Exempt Manager Community Services 630M $51.61 $64.51 $77.42 $107,349 $134,181 $161,034 169 Exempt Manager Community Services Sr Program 585M $55.41 $69.26 $83.12 $115,253 $144,061 $172,890 1013 Exempt Manager Development Center 495M $62.55 $78.18 $93.82 $130,104 $162,615 $195,146 63 Exempt Manager Economic Development 220D $79.36 $99.20 $119.04 $165,069 $206,336 $247,604 44 Exempt Manager Employee Benefits 450M $61.80 $77.25 $92.70 $128,544 $160,680 $192,816 45 Exempt Manager Employee Relations & Training 235D $68.31 $85.38 $102.46 $142,085 $177,591 $213,117 93 Exempt Manager Environmental Control Program 419M $67.20 $83.99 $100.79 $139,776 $174,700 $209,644 1116 Exempt Manager Facilities 445M $59.35 $74.18 $89.02 $123,448 $154,295 $185,162 2030 Exempt Manager Finance 223D $71.67 $89.58 $107.50 $149,074 $186,327 $223,600 127 Exempt Manager Fleet 255D $59.94 $74.92 $89.91 $124,676 $155,834 $187,013 2018 Exempt Manager Human Services 540M $58.15 $72.68 $87.22 $120,952 $151,175 $181,418 32 Exempt Manager Information Technology 230D $69.83 $87.28 $104.74 $145,247 $181,543 $217,860 2006 Exempt Manager Information Technology Security 230D $66.07 $82.58 $99.10 $137,426 $171,767 $206,128 158 Exempt Manager Laboratory Services 495M $61.04 $76.29 $91.55 $126,964 $158,684 $190,424 78 Exempt Manager Library Services 565M $54.72 $68.40 $82.08 $113,818 $142,272 $170,727 92 Exempt Manager Maintenance Operations 469M $55.37 $69.21 $83.06 $115,170 $143,957 $172,765 26 Exempt Manager Transportation Planning 345M $72.56 $90.70 $108.84 $150,925 $188,656 $226,388 51 Exempt Manager Planning 415M $66.35 $82.93 $99.52 $138,008 $172,495 $207,002 103 Exempt Manager Real Property 235D $64.63 $80.78 $96.94 $134,431 $168,023 $201,636 454 Exempt Manager Recruitment Division 235D $68.31 $85.38 $102.46 $142,085 $177,591 $213,117 2011 Exempt Manager Revenue Collections 250D $60.77 $75.96 $91.16 $126,402 $157,997 $189,613 160 Exempt Manager Solid Waste 330M $72.37 $90.46 $108.56 $150,530 $188,157 $225,805 57 Exempt Manager Treasury, Debt & Investments 235D $66.62 $83.27 $99.93 $138,570 $173,202 $207,855 86 Exempt Manager Urban Forestry 436M $61.64 $77.04 $92.45 $128,212 $160,244 $192,296 178 Exempt Manager Water Quality Control Plant 205D $80.39 $100.48 $120.58 $167,212 $208,999 $250,807 39 Exempt Manager Watershed Protection 330M $72.37 $90.46 $108.56 $150,530 $188,157 $225,805 1008 Exempt Office of Emergency Services Coordinator 525M $53.83 $67.28 $80.74 $111,967 $139,943 $167,940 2024 Exempt Performance Auditor I 750P $36.60 $45.75 $54.90 $76,128 $95,160 $114,192 100 Exempt Performance Auditor II 585M $50.08 $62.60 $75.12 $104,167 $130,208 $156,250 Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 410 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/12/2025 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary 148 Exempt Police Chief 15E $121.39 $151.73 $182.08 $252,492 $315,599 $378,727 2021 Exempt Chief Assistant City Attorney 101A $107.07 $133.83 $160.60 $222,706 $278,367 $334,048 2016 Exempt Principal Business Analyst 310M $68.82 $86.02 $103.23 $143,146 $178,922 $214,719 9038 Exempt Principal Transportation Engineer TBD $80.06 $100.07 $120.08 $166,525 $208,146 $249,760 2029 Exempt Principal Planner 469M $55.81 $69.76 $83.72 $116,085 $145,101 $174,138 2003 Exempt Principal Management Analyst 360M $68.55 $85.68 $102.82 $142,584 $178,215 $213,866 2009 Exempt Project Manager 570M $56.56 $70.70 $84.84 $117,645 $147,056 $176,468 2012 Exempt Public Safety Communications Manager 495M $58.65 $73.31 $87.98 $121,992 $152,485 $182,999 166 Exempt Public Safety Program Manager 585M $50.08 $62.60 $75.12 $104,167 $130,208 $156,250 117 Exempt Senior Accountant 525M $60.41 $75.51 $90.62 $125,653 $157,061 $188,490 2013 Exempt Senior Business Analyst - M 420M $64.18 $80.22 $96.27 $133,495 $166,858 $200,242 187 Exempt Senior Engineer 300M $77.06 $96.32 $115.59 $160,285 $200,346 $240,428 106 Exempt Senior Executive Assistant 450M $58.48 $73.09 $87.71 $121,639 $152,028 $182,437 157 Exempt Senior Human Resources Administrator 545M $52.68 $65.85 $79.02 $109,575 $136,968 $164,362 14 Exempt Senior Management Analyst 465M $58.43 $73.03 $87.64 $121,535 $151,903 $182,292 130 Exempt Senior Performance Auditor 510M $55.16 $68.94 $82.73 $114,733 $143,396 $172,079 444 Exempt Senior Program Manager TBD $66.35 $82.93 $99.52 $138,008 $172,495 $207,002 53 Exempt Senior Project Manager 300M $77.06 $96.32 $115.59 $160,285 $200,346 $240,428 33 Exempt Senior Technologist 420M $66.35 $82.93 $99.52 $138,008 $172,495 $207,002 155 Exempt Superintendent Animal Services 540M $52.56 $65.69 $78.83 $109,325 $136,636 $163,967 83 Exempt Superintendent Community Services 480M $62.65 $78.31 $93.98 $130,312 $162,885 $195,479 1117 Exempt Superintendent Recreation 480M $62.65 $78.31 $93.98 $130,312 $162,885 $195,479 2022 Exempt Supervising Librarian 675M $45.98 $57.47 $68.97 $95,639 $119,538 $143,458 161 Exempt Supervisor Facilities Management 600M $48.98 $61.22 $73.47 $101,879 $127,338 $152,818 113 Exempt Supervisor Inspection and Surveying 540M $52.56 $65.69 $78.83 $109,325 $136,636 $163,967 327 Exempt Supervisor of Code Enforcement TBD $55.44 $69.30 $83.16 $115,316 $144,144 $172,973 146 Exempt Supervisor Warehouse 660M $44.36 $55.44 $66.53 $92,269 $115,316 $138,383 181 Exempt Supervisor Water Quality Control Operations 525M $53.83 $67.28 $80.74 $111,967 $139,943 $167,940 2027 Exempt Utilities Chief Operating Officer 60E $114.46 $143.07 $171.69 $238,077 $297,586 $357,116 Confidential Classifications 905 Non-Exempt Human Resources Technician 830C $32.48 $40.60 $48.72 $67,559 $84,448 $101,338 903 Non-Exempt Legal Secretary-Confidential 820C $33.28 $41.60 $49.92 $69,223 $86,528 $103,834 67 Exempt Secretary to City Attorney 800C $39.35 $49.18 $59.02 $81,848 $102,295 $122,762 1004 Exempt Senior Legal Secretary - Confidential 810C $36.60 $45.75 $54.90 $76,128 $95,160 $114,192 Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 411 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max 190 Non-Exempt Accountant 690P $47.03 $58.78 $70.54 $97,823 $122,263 $146,724 76 Exempt Administrative Assistant 750P $37.71 $47.13 $56.56 $78,437 $98,031 $117,645 115 Exempt Assistant Chief Building Official 405M $68.03 $85.03 $102.04 $141,503 $176,863 $212,244 132 Exempt Assistant Chief of Police 100A $111.13 $138.91 $166.70 $231,151 $288,933 $346,736 108 Exempt Assistant City Attorney 165A $85.40 $106.75 $128.10 $177,632 $222,040 $266,448 109 Exempt Assistant City Clerk 630M $51.92 $64.89 $77.87 $107,994 $134,972 $161,970 107 Exempt Assistant City Manager 20E $110.85 $138.56 $166.28 $230,568 $288,205 $345,863 73 Exempt Assistant Director Administrative Services 120A $92.09 $115.11 $138.14 $191,548 $239,429 $287,332 126 Exempt Assistant Director Community Services 150A $88.20 $110.24 $132.29 $183,456 $229,300 $275,164 1007 Exempt Assistant Director Human Resources 155A $85.30 $106.62 $127.95 $177,424 $221,770 $266,136 2032 Exampt Assistant Director Information Technology 150A $88.20 $110.24 $132.29 $183,456 $229,300 $275,164 2001 Exempt Assistant Director Library Services 160A $79.69 $99.61 $119.54 $165,756 $207,189 $248,644 10 Exempt Assistant Director Planning & Community Environment 130A $89.68 $112.10 $134.52 $186,535 $233,168 $279,802 143 Exempt Assistant Director Public Works 140A $88.65 $110.81 $132.98 $184,392 $230,485 $276,599 2034 Exempt Assistant Director Sustainability & Climate Action TBD $97.78 $122.22 $146.67 $203,383 $254,218 $305,074 2035 Exempt Assistant Fire Marshal TBD $83.27 $104.08 $124.90 $173,202 $216,487 $259,792 168 Exempt Assistant Fleet Manager 585M $51.59 $64.48 $77.38 $107,308 $134,119 $160,951 102 Exempt Assistant Manager WQCP 240D $73.42 $91.77 $110.13 $152,714 $190,882 $229,071 30 Exempt Assistant to the City Manager 390M $72.01 $90.01 $108.02 $149,781 $187,221 $224,682 118 Exempt Chief Building Official 290M $86.99 $108.73 $130.48 $180,940 $226,159 $271,399 2008 Exempt Chief Communications Officer 135A $84.83 $106.03 $127.24 $176,447 $220,543 $264,660 112 Exempt Chief Planning Official 220D $77.85 $97.31 $116.78 $161,928 $202,405 $242,903 95 Exempt Chief Procurement Officer 235D $66.57 $83.21 $99.86 $138,466 $173,077 $207,709 82 Exempt Chief Transportation Official 140A $90.04 $112.54 $135.05 $187,284 $234,084 $280,904 96 Exempt Claims Investigator 660P $45.69 $57.11 $68.54 $95,036 $118,789 $142,564 24 Exempt Communication Specialist 615M $49.40 $61.74 $74.09 $102,752 $128,420 $154,108 89 Exempt Contracts Administrator 585P $57.90 $72.37 $86.85 $120,432 $150,530 $180,648 186 Non-Exempt Coordinator Library Circulation 675M $47.18 $58.97 $70.77 $98,135 $122,658 $147,202 191 Exempt Fire Marshal 125A $101.19 $126.48 $151.78 $210,476 $263,079 $315,703 11 Exempt Deputy City Attorney 375M $67.12 $83.89 $100.67 $139,610 $174,492 $209,394 71 Exempt Deputy City Clerk 720M $40.79 $50.98 $61.18 $84,844 $106,039 $127,255 55 Exempt Deputy City Manager 115A $88.05 $110.06 $132.08 $183,144 $228,925 $274,727 195 Exempt Deputy Director Technical Services Division 200D $83.10 $103.87 $124.65 $172,848 $216,050 $259,272 20 Exempt Deputy Fire Chief 110A $105.38 $131.72 $158.07 $219,191 $273,978 $328,786 81 Exempt Director Administrative Services/Chief Financial Officer 50E $107.10 $133.87 $160.65 $222,768 $278,450 $334,152 72 Exempt Director Community Services 45E $101.87 $127.33 $152.80 $211,890 $264,847 $317,824 1012 Exempt Director Development Services 145A $89.56 $111.94 $134.33 $186,285 $232,836 $279,407 133 Exempt Director Human Resources/Chief People Officer 55E $102.12 $127.65 $153.18 $212,410 $265,512 $318,615 128 Exempt Director Information Technology/Chief Information Officer 25E $111.50 $139.37 $167.25 $231,920 $289,890 $347,880 131 Exempt Director Libraries 60E $95.42 $119.27 $143.13 $198,474 $248,082 $297,711 2028 Exempt Director of Emergency Medical Services 215D $80.43 $100.53 $120.64 $167,295 $209,103 $250,932 2005 Exempt Director Office of Emergency Services 215D $80.43 $100.53 $120.64 $167,295 $209,103 $250,932 49 Exempt Director Office of Management and Budget 120A $92.09 $115.11 $138.14 $191,548 $239,429 $287,332 134 Exempt Director Planning & Community Environment 40E $107.37 $134.21 $161.06 $223,330 $279,157 $335,005 City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/11/2026 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 412 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/11/2026 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary 135 Exempt Director Public Works/City Engineer 30E $108.74 $135.92 $163.11 $226,180 $282,714 $339,269 121 Exempt Director Utilities 10E $134.64 $168.30 $201.96 $280,052 $350,064 $420,077 2002 Exempt Division Head Library Services 260D $69.69 $87.11 $104.54 $144,956 $181,189 $217,444 172 Exempt Division Manager Open Space, Parks & Golf 245D $72.43 $90.53 $108.64 $150,655 $188,303 $225,972 2031 Exempt Division Manager Planning 220D $77.85 $97.31 $116.78 $161,928 $202,405 $242,903 1005 Exempt Executive Assistant to the City Manager 705M $42.52 $53.14 $63.77 $88,442 $110,532 $132,642 139 Exempt Fire Chief 35E $121.13 $151.41 $181.70 $251,951 $314,933 $377,936 163 Exempt Hearing Officer 480M $59.64 $74.54 $89.45 $124,052 $155,044 $186,056 101 Exempt Human Resources Representative 735P $39.81 $49.76 $59.72 $82,805 $103,501 $124,218 90 Exempt Landscape Architect Park Planner 510M $56.81 $71.01 $85.22 $118,165 $147,701 $177,258 2015 Exempt Legal Fellow 755P $50.03 $62.53 $75.04 $104,063 $130,063 $156,084 171 Exempt Management Analyst 585M $51.59 $64.48 $77.38 $107,308 $134,119 $160,951 401 Exempt Management Fellow 750P $37.71 $47.13 $56.56 $78,437 $98,031 $117,645 79 Exempt Manager Accounting 235D $70.36 $87.95 $105.54 $146,349 $182,936 $219,524 2007 Exempt Manager Airport 210D $80.69 $100.86 $121.04 $167,836 $209,789 $251,764 2023 Exempt Manager Budget 360M $74.63 $93.28 $111.94 $155,231 $194,023 $232,836 38 Exempt Manager Communications 525M $57.15 $71.43 $85.72 $118,872 $148,575 $178,298 154 Exempt Manager Community Services 630M $53.16 $66.45 $79.74 $110,573 $138,216 $165,860 169 Exempt Manager Community Services Sr Program 585M $57.08 $71.34 $85.61 $118,727 $148,388 $178,069 1013 Exempt Manager Development Center 495M $64.43 $80.53 $96.64 $134,015 $167,503 $201,012 63 Exempt Manager Economic Development 220D $81.75 $102.18 $122.62 $170,040 $212,535 $255,050 44 Exempt Manager Employee Benefits 450M $63.66 $79.57 $95.49 $132,413 $165,506 $198,620 45 Exempt Manager Employee Relations & Training 235D $70.36 $87.95 $105.54 $146,349 $182,936 $219,524 93 Exempt Manager Environmental Control Program 419M $69.21 $86.51 $103.82 $143,957 $179,941 $215,946 1116 Exempt Manager Facilities 445M $61.13 $76.41 $91.70 $127,151 $158,933 $190,736 2030 Exempt Manager Finance 223D $73.82 $92.27 $110.73 $153,546 $191,922 $230,319 127 Exempt Manager Fleet 255D $61.74 $77.17 $92.61 $128,420 $160,514 $192,629 2018 Exempt Manager Human Services 540M $59.90 $74.87 $89.85 $124,592 $155,730 $186,888 32 Exempt Manager Information Technology 230D $71.92 $89.90 $107.88 $149,594 $186,992 $224,391 2006 Exempt Manager Information Technology Security 230D $68.05 $85.06 $102.08 $141,544 $176,925 $212,327 158 Exempt Manager Laboratory Services 495M $62.87 $78.58 $94.30 $130,770 $163,447 $196,144 78 Exempt Manager Library Services 565M $56.37 $70.46 $84.56 $117,250 $146,557 $175,885 92 Exempt Manager Maintenance Operations 469M $57.04 $71.29 $85.55 $118,644 $148,284 $177,944 26 Exempt Manager Transportation Planning 345M $74.75 $93.43 $112.12 $155,480 $194,335 $233,210 51 Exempt Manager Planning 415M $68.34 $85.42 $102.51 $142,148 $177,674 $213,221 103 Exempt Manager Real Property 235D $66.57 $83.21 $99.86 $138,466 $173,077 $207,709 454 Exempt Manager Recruitment Division 235D $70.36 $87.95 $105.54 $146,349 $182,936 $219,524 2011 Exempt Manager Revenue Collections 250D $62.60 $78.24 $93.89 $130,208 $162,740 $195,292 160 Exempt Manager Solid Waste 330M $74.55 $93.18 $111.82 $155,064 $193,815 $232,586 57 Exempt Manager Treasury 235D $72.05 $90.06 $108.08 $149,864 $187,325 $224,807 86 Exempt Manager Urban Forestry 436M $63.49 $79.36 $95.24 $132,060 $165,069 $198,100 178 Exempt Manager Water Quality Control Plant 205D $82.80 $103.50 $124.20 $172,224 $215,280 $258,336 39 Exempt Manager Watershed Protection 330M $74.55 $93.18 $111.82 $155,064 $193,815 $232,586 1008 Exempt Office of Emergency Services Coordinator 525M $55.44 $69.30 $83.16 $115,316 $144,144 $172,973 Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 413 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/11/2026 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary 2024 Exempt Performance Auditor I 750P $37.71 $47.13 $56.56 $78,437 $98,031 $117,645 100 Exempt Performance Auditor II 585M $51.59 $64.48 $77.38 $107,308 $134,119 $160,951 148 Exempt Police Chief 15E $125.04 $156.29 $187.55 $260,084 $325,084 $390,104 2021 Exempt Chief Assistant City Attorney 101A $110.28 $137.85 $165.42 $229,383 $286,728 $344,074 2016 Exempt Principal Business Analyst 310M $70.89 $88.61 $106.34 $147,452 $184,309 $221,188 9038 Exempt Principal Transportation Engineer TBD $82.47 $103.08 $123.70 $171,538 $214,407 $257,296 2029 Exempt Principal Planner 469M $57.49 $71.86 $86.24 $119,580 $149,469 $179,380 2003 Exempt Principal Management Analyst 360M $70.61 $88.26 $105.92 $146,869 $183,581 $220,314 2009 Exempt Project Manager 570M $58.27 $72.83 $87.40 $121,202 $151,487 $181,792 2012 Exempt Public Safety Communications Manager 495M $60.41 $75.51 $90.62 $125,653 $157,061 $188,490 166 Exempt Public Safety Program Manager 585M $51.59 $64.48 $77.38 $107,308 $134,119 $160,951 117 Exempt Senior Accountant 525M $62.23 $77.78 $93.34 $129,439 $161,783 $194,148 2013 Exempt Senior Business Analyst - M 420M $66.11 $82.63 $99.16 $137,509 $171,871 $206,253 187 Exempt Senior Engineer 300M $79.37 $99.21 $119.06 $165,090 $206,357 $247,645 106 Exempt Senior Executive Assistant 450M $60.24 $75.29 $90.35 $125,300 $156,604 $187,928 157 Exempt Senior Human Resources Administrator 545M $54.27 $67.83 $81.40 $112,882 $141,087 $169,312 14 Exempt Senior Management Analyst 465M $60.19 $75.23 $90.28 $125,196 $156,479 $187,783 130 Exempt Senior Performance Auditor 510M $56.81 $71.01 $85.22 $118,165 $147,701 $177,258 444 Exempt Senior Program Manager TBD $68.34 $85.42 $102.51 $142,148 $177,674 $213,221 53 Exempt Senior Project Manager 300M $79.37 $99.21 $119.06 $165,090 $206,357 $247,645 33 Exempt Senior Technologist 420M $68.34 $85.42 $102.51 $142,148 $177,674 $213,221 155 Exempt Superintendent Animal Services 540M $54.14 $67.67 $81.21 $112,612 $140,754 $168,917 83 Exempt Superintendent Community Services 480M $64.53 $80.66 $96.80 $134,223 $167,773 $201,344 1117 Exempt Superintendent Recreation 480M $64.53 $80.66 $96.80 $134,223 $167,773 $201,344 2022 Exempt Supervising Librarian 675M $47.36 $59.20 $71.04 $98,509 $123,136 $147,764 161 Exempt Supervisor Facilities Management 600M $50.45 $63.06 $75.68 $104,936 $131,165 $157,415 113 Exempt Supervisor Inspection and Surveying 540M $54.14 $67.67 $81.21 $112,612 $140,754 $168,917 327 Exempt Supervisor of Code Enforcement TBD $57.11 $71.38 $85.66 $118,789 $148,471 $178,173 146 Exempt Supervisor Warehouse 660M $45.69 $57.11 $68.54 $95,036 $118,789 $142,564 181 Exempt Supervisor Water Quality Control Operations 525M $55.44 $69.30 $83.16 $115,316 $144,144 $172,973 2027 Exempt Utilities Chief Operating Officer 60E $117.90 $147.37 $176.85 $245,232 $306,530 $367,848 Confidential Classifications 905 Non-Exempt Human Resources Technician 830C $33.46 $41.82 $50.19 $69,597 $86,986 $104,396 903 Non-Exempt Legal Secretary-Confidential 820C $34.28 $42.85 $51.42 $71,303 $89,128 $106,954 67 Exempt Secretary to City Attorney 800C $40.53 $50.66 $60.80 $84,303 $105,373 $126,464 1004 Exempt Senior Legal Secretary - Confidential 810C $37.71 $47.13 $56.56 $78,437 $98,031 $117,645 Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 414 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max 190 Non-Exempt Accountant 690P $48.44 $60.55 $72.66 $100,756 $125,944 $151,133 76 Exempt Administrative Assistant 750P $38.84 $48.55 $58.26 $80,788 $100,984 $121,181 115 Exempt Assistant Chief Building Official 405M $70.08 $87.59 $105.11 $145,767 $182,188 $218,629 132 Exempt Assistant Chief of Police 100A $114.47 $143.08 $171.70 $238,098 $297,607 $357,136 108 Exempt Assistant City Attorney 165A $87.97 $109.96 $131.96 $182,978 $228,717 $274,477 109 Exempt Assistant City Clerk 630M $53.48 $66.84 $80.21 $111,239 $139,028 $166,837 107 Exempt Assistant City Manager 20E $114.18 $142.72 $171.27 $237,495 $296,858 $356,242 73 Exempt Assistant Director Administrative Services 120A $94.86 $118.57 $142.29 $197,309 $246,626 $295,964 126 Exempt Assistant Director Community Services 150A $90.84 $113.55 $136.26 $188,948 $236,184 $283,421 1007 Exempt Assistant Director Human Resources 155A $87.86 $109.82 $131.79 $182,749 $228,426 $274,124 2032 Exampt Assistant Director Information Technology 150A $90.84 $113.55 $136.26 $188,948 $236,184 $283,421 2001 Exempt Assistant Director Library Services 160A $82.08 $102.60 $123.12 $170,727 $213,408 $256,090 10 Exempt Assistant Director Planning & Community Environment 130A $92.38 $115.47 $138.57 $192,151 $240,178 $288,226 143 Exempt Assistant Director Public Works 140A $91.32 $114.14 $136.97 $189,946 $237,412 $284,898 2034 Exempt Assistant Director Sustainability & Climate Action TBD $100.72 $125.89 $151.07 $209,498 $261,852 $314,226 2035 Exempt Assistant Fire Marshal TBD $85.77 $107.21 $128.66 $178,402 $222,997 $267,613 168 Exempt Assistant Fleet Manager 585M $53.14 $66.42 $79.71 $110,532 $138,154 $165,797 102 Exempt Assistant Manager WQCP 240D $75.63 $94.53 $113.44 $157,311 $196,623 $235,956 30 Exempt Assistant to the City Manager 390M $74.18 $92.72 $111.27 $154,295 $192,858 $231,442 118 Exempt Chief Building Official 290M $89.60 $112.00 $134.40 $186,368 $232,960 $279,552 2008 Exempt Chief Communications Officer 135A $87.38 $109.22 $131.07 $181,751 $227,178 $272,626 112 Exempt Chief Planning Official 220D $80.19 $100.23 $120.28 $166,796 $208,479 $250,183 95 Exempt Chief Procurement Officer 235D $68.57 $85.71 $102.86 $142,626 $178,277 $213,949 82 Exempt Chief Transportation Official 140A $92.74 $115.92 $139.11 $192,900 $241,114 $289,349 96 Exempt Claims Investigator 660P $47.07 $58.83 $70.60 $97,906 $122,367 $146,848 24 Exempt Communication Specialist 615M $50.88 $63.60 $76.32 $105,831 $132,288 $158,746 89 Exempt Contracts Administrator 585P $59.64 $74.55 $89.46 $124,052 $155,064 $186,077 186 Non-Exempt Coordinator Library Circulation 675M $48.60 $60.74 $72.89 $101,088 $126,340 $151,612 191 Exempt Fire Marshal 125A $104.23 $130.28 $156.34 $216,799 $270,983 $325,188 11 Exempt Deputy City Attorney 375M $69.13 $86.41 $103.70 $143,791 $179,733 $215,696 71 Exempt Deputy City Clerk 720M $42.01 $52.51 $63.02 $87,381 $109,221 $131,082 55 Exempt Deputy City Manager 115A $90.70 $113.37 $136.05 $188,656 $235,810 $282,984 195 Exempt Deputy Director Technical Services Division 200D $85.60 $106.99 $128.39 $178,048 $222,540 $267,052 20 Exempt Deputy Fire Chief 110A $108.55 $135.68 $162.82 $225,784 $282,215 $338,666 81 Exempt Director Administrative Services/Chief Financial Officer 50E $110.32 $137.89 $165.47 $229,466 $286,812 $344,178 72 Exempt Director Community Services 45E $104.92 $131.15 $157.38 $218,234 $272,792 $327,351 1012 Exempt Director Development Services 145A $92.24 $115.30 $138.36 $191,860 $239,824 $287,789 133 Exempt Director Human Resources/Chief People Officer 55E $105.19 $131.48 $157.78 $218,796 $273,479 $328,183 128 Exempt Director Information Technology/Chief Information Officer 25E $114.85 $143.56 $172.28 $238,888 $298,605 $358,343 131 Exempt Director Libraries 60E $98.28 $122.85 $147.42 $204,423 $255,528 $306,634 2028 Exempt Director of Emergency Medical Services 215D $82.84 $103.55 $124.26 $172,308 $215,384 $258,461 2005 Exempt Director Office of Emergency Services 215D $82.84 $103.55 $124.26 $172,308 $215,384 $258,461 49 Exempt Director Office of Management and Budget 120A $94.86 $118.57 $142.29 $197,309 $246,626 $295,964 134 Exempt Director Planning & Community Environment 40E $110.60 $138.24 $165.89 $230,048 $287,540 $345,052 City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/10/2027 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 415 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/10/2027 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary 135 Exempt Director Public Works/City Engineer 30E $112.00 $140.00 $168.00 $232,960 $291,200 $349,440 121 Exempt Director Utilities 10E $138.68 $173.35 $208.02 $288,455 $360,568 $432,682 2002 Exempt Division Head Library Services 260D $71.79 $89.73 $107.68 $149,324 $186,639 $223,975 172 Exempt Division Manager Open Space, Parks & Golf 245D $74.60 $93.25 $111.90 $155,168 $193,960 $232,752 2031 Exempt Division Manager Planning 220D $80.19 $100.23 $120.28 $166,796 $208,479 $250,183 1005 Exempt Executive Assistant to the City Manager 705M $43.80 $54.74 $65.69 $91,104 $113,860 $136,636 139 Exempt Fire Chief 35E $124.77 $155.96 $187.16 $259,522 $324,397 $389,293 163 Exempt Hearing Officer 480M $61.43 $76.78 $92.14 $127,775 $159,703 $191,652 101 Exempt Human Resources Representative 735P $41.01 $51.26 $61.52 $85,301 $106,621 $127,962 90 Exempt Landscape Architect Park Planner 510M $58.52 $73.15 $87.78 $121,722 $152,152 $182,583 2015 Exempt Legal Fellow 755P $51.53 $64.41 $77.30 $107,183 $133,973 $160,784 171 Exempt Management Analyst 585M $53.14 $66.42 $79.71 $110,532 $138,154 $165,797 401 Exempt Management Fellow 750P $38.84 $48.55 $58.26 $80,788 $100,984 $121,181 79 Exempt Manager Accounting 235D $72.48 $90.59 $108.71 $150,759 $188,428 $226,117 2007 Exempt Manager Airport 210D $83.12 $103.89 $124.67 $172,890 $216,092 $259,314 2023 Exempt Manager Budget 360M $76.87 $96.08 $115.30 $159,890 $199,847 $239,824 38 Exempt Manager Communications 525M $58.87 $73.58 $88.30 $122,450 $153,047 $183,664 154 Exempt Manager Community Services 630M $54.76 $68.45 $82.14 $113,901 $142,376 $170,852 169 Exempt Manager Community Services Sr Program 585M $58.80 $73.49 $88.19 $122,304 $152,860 $183,436 1013 Exempt Manager Development Center 495M $66.36 $82.95 $99.54 $138,029 $172,536 $207,044 63 Exempt Manager Economic Development 220D $84.20 $105.25 $126.30 $175,136 $218,920 $262,704 44 Exempt Manager Employee Benefits 450M $65.57 $81.96 $98.36 $136,386 $170,477 $204,589 45 Exempt Manager Employee Relations & Training 235D $72.48 $90.59 $108.71 $150,759 $188,428 $226,117 93 Exempt Manager Environmental Control Program 419M $71.29 $89.11 $106.94 $148,284 $185,349 $222,436 1116 Exempt Manager Facilities 445M $62.97 $78.71 $94.46 $130,978 $163,717 $196,477 2030 Exempt Manager Finance 223D $76.04 $95.04 $114.05 $158,164 $197,684 $237,224 127 Exempt Manager Fleet 255D $63.60 $79.49 $95.39 $132,288 $165,340 $198,412 2018 Exempt Manager Human Services 540M $61.70 $77.12 $92.55 $128,336 $160,410 $192,504 32 Exempt Manager Information Technology 230D $74.08 $92.60 $111.12 $154,087 $192,608 $231,130 2006 Exempt Manager Information Technology Security 230D $70.10 $87.62 $105.15 $145,808 $182,250 $218,712 158 Exempt Manager Laboratory Services 495M $64.76 $80.94 $97.13 $134,701 $168,356 $202,031 78 Exempt Manager Library Services 565M $58.07 $72.58 $87.10 $120,786 $150,967 $181,168 92 Exempt Manager Maintenance Operations 469M $58.75 $73.43 $88.12 $122,200 $152,735 $183,290 26 Exempt Manager Transportation Planning 345M $77.00 $96.24 $115.49 $160,160 $200,180 $240,220 51 Exempt Manager Planning 415M $70.40 $87.99 $105.59 $146,432 $183,020 $219,628 103 Exempt Manager Real Property 235D $68.57 $85.71 $102.86 $142,626 $178,277 $213,949 454 Exempt Manager Recruitment Division 235D $72.48 $90.59 $108.71 $150,759 $188,428 $226,117 2011 Exempt Manager Revenue Collections 250D $62.60 $78.24 $93.89 $130,208 $162,740 $195,292 160 Exempt Manager Solid Waste 330M $76.79 $95.98 $115.18 $159,724 $199,639 $239,575 57 Exempt Manager Treasury 235D $74.22 $92.77 $111.33 $154,378 $192,962 $231,567 86 Exempt Manager Urban Forestry 436M $65.40 $81.75 $98.10 $136,032 $170,040 $204,048 178 Exempt Manager Water Quality Control Plant 205D $85.29 $106.61 $127.94 $177,404 $221,749 $266,116 39 Exempt Manager Watershed Protection 330M $76.79 $95.98 $115.18 $159,724 $199,639 $239,575 1008 Exempt Office of Emergency Services Coordinator 525M $57.11 $71.38 $85.66 $118,789 $148,471 $178,173 Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 416 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Status Classifications Grade Codes Min Mid Max Min Mid Max City of Palo Alto Management, Professional and Confidential Salary Schedule Effective 7/10/2027 (3% Increase) Hourly Rate Approx. Annual Salary 2024 Exempt Performance Auditor I 750P $38.84 $48.55 $58.26 $80,788 $100,984 $121,181 100 Exempt Performance Auditor II 585M $53.14 $66.42 $79.71 $110,532 $138,154 $165,797 148 Exempt Police Chief 15E $128.79 $160.98 $193.18 $267,884 $334,839 $401,815 2021 Exempt Chief Assistant City Attorney 101A $113.60 $141.99 $170.39 $236,288 $295,340 $354,412 2016 Exempt Principal Business Analyst 310M $73.02 $91.27 $109.53 $151,882 $189,842 $227,823 9038 Exempt Principal Transportation Engineer TBD $84.95 $106.18 $127.42 $176,696 $220,855 $265,034 2029 Exempt Principal Planner 469M $59.22 $74.02 $88.83 $123,178 $153,962 $184,767 2003 Exempt Principal Management Analyst 360M $72.73 $90.91 $109.10 $151,279 $189,093 $226,928 2009 Exempt Project Manager 570M $60.02 $75.02 $90.03 $124,842 $156,042 $187,263 2012 Exempt Public Safety Communications Manager 495M $62.23 $77.78 $93.34 $129,439 $161,783 $194,148 166 Exempt Public Safety Program Manager 585M $53.14 $66.42 $79.71 $110,532 $138,154 $165,797 117 Exempt Senior Accountant 525M $64.10 $80.12 $96.15 $133,328 $166,650 $199,992 2013 Exempt Senior Business Analyst - M 420M $68.09 $85.11 $102.14 $141,628 $177,029 $212,452 187 Exempt Senior Engineer 300M $81.76 $102.19 $122.63 $170,061 $212,556 $255,071 106 Exempt Senior Executive Assistant 450M $62.04 $77.55 $93.06 $129,044 $161,304 $193,565 157 Exempt Senior Human Resources Administrator 545M $55.90 $69.87 $83.85 $116,272 $145,330 $174,408 14 Exempt Senior Management Analyst 465M $62.00 $77.49 $92.99 $128,960 $161,180 $193,420 130 Exempt Senior Performance Auditor 510M $58.52 $73.15 $87.78 $121,722 $152,152 $182,583 444 Exempt Senior Program Manager TBD $70.40 $87.99 $105.59 $146,432 $183,020 $219,628 53 Exempt Senior Project Manager 300M $81.76 $102.19 $122.63 $170,061 $212,556 $255,071 33 Exempt Senior Technologist 420M $70.40 $87.99 $105.59 $146,432 $183,020 $219,628 155 Exempt Superintendent Animal Services 540M $55.77 $69.71 $83.66 $116,002 $144,997 $174,013 83 Exempt Superintendent Community Services 480M $66.47 $83.08 $99.70 $138,258 $172,807 $207,376 1117 Exempt Superintendent Recreation 480M $66.47 $83.08 $99.70 $138,258 $172,807 $207,376 2022 Exempt Supervising Librarian 675M $48.79 $60.98 $73.18 $101,484 $126,839 $152,215 161 Exempt Supervisor Facilities Management 600M $51.97 $64.96 $77.96 $108,098 $135,117 $162,157 113 Exempt Supervisor Inspection and Surveying 540M $55.77 $69.71 $83.66 $116,002 $144,997 $174,013 327 Exempt Supervisor of Code Enforcement TBD $58.83 $73.53 $88.24 $122,367 $152,943 $183,540 146 Exempt Supervisor Warehouse 660M $47.07 $58.83 $70.60 $97,906 $122,367 $146,848 181 Exempt Supervisor Water Quality Control Operations 525M $57.11 $71.38 $85.66 $118,789 $148,471 $178,173 2027 Exempt Utilities Chief Operating Officer 60E $121.44 $151.80 $182.16 $252,596 $315,744 $378,893 Confidential Classifications 905 Non-Exempt Human Resources Technician 830C $34.47 $43.08 $51.70 $71,698 $89,607 $107,536 903 Non-Exempt Legal Secretary-Confidential 820C $35.32 $44.14 $52.97 $73,466 $91,812 $110,178 67 Exempt Secretary to City Attorney 800C $41.75 $52.18 $62.62 $86,840 $108,535 $130,250 1004 Exempt Senior Legal Secretary - Confidential 810C $38.84 $48.55 $58.26 $80,788 $100,984 $121,181 Item 8Attachment C - AmendedSalary Schedule for theUnrepresentedManagement andProfessional Employees Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 417 of 1165 Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual 1 43.49$ 1 45.13$ 1 46.83$ 2 45.78$ 2 47.50$ 2 49.29$ 3 48.19$ 3 50.00$ 3 51.88$ 4 50.73$ 4 52.63$ 4 54.61$ 5 53.40$ 5 55.40$ 5 57.48$ 6 56.21$ 13,640.29$ 163,683.52$ 6 58.32$ 14,152.32$ 169,827.84$ 6 60.51$ 14,683.76$ 176,205.12$ 1 46.46$ 1 48.21$ 1 50.02$ 2 48.91$ 2 50.75$ 2 52.65$ 3 51.48$ 3 53.42$ 3 55.42$ 4 54.19$ 4 56.23$ 4 58.34$ 5 57.04$ 5 59.19$ 5 61.41$ 6 60.04$ 14,569.71$ 174,836.48$ 6 62.30$ 15,118.13$ 181,417.60$ 6 64.64$ 15,685.97$ 188,231.68$ 1 55.51$ 1 57.60$ 1 59.76$ 2 58.43$ 2 60.63$ 2 62.91$ 3 61.50$ 3 63.82$ 3 66.22$ 4 64.74$ 4 67.18$ 4 69.71$ 5 68.15$ 5 70.72$ 5 73.38$ 6 71.74$ 17,408.91$ 208,906.88$ 6 74.44$ 18,064.11$ 216,769.28$ 6 77.24$ 18,743.57$ 224,922.88$ 1 58.26$ 1 60.45$ 1 62.73$ 2 61.33$ 2 63.63$ 2 66.03$ 3 64.56$ 3 66.98$ 3 69.50$ 4 67.96$ 4 70.51$ 4 73.16$ 5 71.54$ 5 74.22$ 5 77.01$ 6 75.30$ 18,272.80$ 219,273.60$ 6 78.13$ 18,959.55$ 227,514.56$ 6 81.06$ 19,670.56$ 236,046.72$ 1 60.88$ 1 63.17$ 1 65.55$ 2 64.08$ 2 66.49$ 2 69.00$ 3 67.45$ 3 69.99$ 3 72.63$ 4 71.00$ 4 73.67$ 4 76.45$ 5 74.74$ 5 77.55$ 5 80.47$ 6 78.67$ 13,636.13$ 163,633.60$ 6 81.63$ 14,149.20$ 169,790.40$ 6 84.70$ 14,681.33$ 176,176.00$ 1 65.02$ 1 67.46$ 1 69.99$ 2 68.44$ 2 71.01$ 2 73.67$ 3 72.04$ 3 74.75$ 3 77.55$ 4 75.83$ 4 78.68$ 4 81.63$ 5 79.82$ 5 82.82$ 5 85.93$ 6 84.02$ 14,563.47$ 174,761.60$ 6 87.18$ 15,111.20$ 181,334.40$ 6 90.45$ 15,678.00$ 188,136.00$ 1 77.72$ 1 80.64$ 1 83.66$ 2 81.81$ 2 84.88$ 2 88.06$ 3 86.12$ 3 89.35$ 3 92.69$ 4 90.65$ 4 94.05$ 4 97.57$ 5 95.42$ 5 99.00$ 5 102.71$ 6 100.44$ 17,409.60$ 208,915.20$ 6 104.21$ 18,063.07$ 216,756.80$ 6 108.12$ 18,740.80$ 224,889.60$ 1 81.61$ 1 84.67$ 1 87.86$ 2 85.91$ 2 89.13$ 2 92.48$ 3 90.43$ 3 93.82$ 3 97.35$ 4 95.19$ 4 98.76$ 4 102.47$ 5 100.20$ 5 103.96$ 5 107.86$ 6 105.47$ 18,281.47$ 219,377.60$ 6 109.43$ 18,967.87$ 227,614.40$ 6 113.54$ 19,680.27$ 236,163.20$ International Association of Fire Fighters Salary Schedule 642 Non‐exempt NS 40‐HR TRAINING CAPTAIN 635 Non‐exempt NS FIRE CAPTAIN 634 Non‐exempt NS FIRE APPARATUS OP 637 Non‐exempt NS FIRE FIGHTER 603 Non‐exempt SH FIRE INSPECTOR 602 Non‐exempt SH FIRE CAPTAIN 601 Non‐exempt SH FIRE APPARATUS OP 604 Non‐exempt SH FIRE FIGHTER Job Code FLSA SH/NS Job Title Effective 7/12/2025 3% Increase Effective First Full Pay Period Following July 1, 2026 (7/11/2026) 3.75% Increase Effective First Full Pay Period Following July 1, 2027 (7/10/2027) 3.75% Increase Item 8Attachment D - AmendedSalary Schedule forInternational Association ofFire Fighters (IAFF) andcorresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 418 of 1165 Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual International Association of Fire Fighters Salary Schedule Job Code FLSA SH/NS Job Title Effective 7/12/2025 3% Increase Effective First Full Pay Period Following July 1, 2026 (7/11/2026) 3.75% Increase Effective First Full Pay Period Following July 1, 2027 (7/10/2027) 3.75% Increase 1 81.61$ 1 84.67$ 1 87.86$ 2 85.91$ 2 89.13$ 2 92.48$ 3 90.43$ 3 93.82$ 3 97.35$ 4 95.19$ 4 98.76$ 4 102.47$ 5 100.20$ 5 103.96$ 5 107.86$ 6 105.47$ 18,281.47$ 219,377.60$ 6 109.43$ 18,967.87$ 227,614.40$ 6 113.54$ 19,680.27$ 236,163.20$ 1 69.18$ 1 71.76$ 1 74.47$ 2 72.82$ 2 75.54$ 2 78.39$ 3 76.65$ 3 79.52$ 3 82.52$ 4 80.68$ 4 83.71$ 4 86.86$ 5 84.93$ 14,721.20$ 176,654.40$ 5 88.12$ 15,274.13$ 183,289.60$ 5 91.43$ 15,847.87$ 190,174.40$ 1 81.61$ 1 84.67$ 1 87.86$ 2 85.91$ 2 89.13$ 2 92.48$ 3 90.43$ 3 93.82$ 3 97.35$ 4 95.19$ 4 98.76$ 4 102.47$ 5 100.20$ 5 103.96$ 5 107.86$ 6 105.47$ 18,281.47$ 219,377.60$ 6 109.43$ 18,967.87$ 227,614.40$ 6 113.54$ 19,680.27$ 236,163.20$ Step Rate Monthly Annual Step Rate Monthly Annual 1 30.40$ 1 31.53$ 2 32.00$ 2 33.19$ 3 33.68$ 3 34.94$ 4 35.45$ 4 36.78$ 5 37.32$ 6,468.80$ 77,625.60$ 5 38.72$ 6,711.47$ 80,537.60$ 1 35.76$ 1 37.10$ 2 37.64$ 2 39.05$ 3 39.62$ 3 41.11$ 4 41.71$ 4 43.27$ 5 43.90$ 7,609.33$ 91,312.00$ 5 45.55$ 7,895.33$ 94,744.00$ 609 Non‐exempt NS SINGLE ROLE PARAMEDIC (Non‐Sworn) Effective 6/15/2026 607 Non‐exempt NS SINGLE ROLE EMT (Non‐Sworn) Effective First Full Pay Period Following July 1, 2027 (7/10/2027) 3.75% Increase Job Code FLSA SH/NS Job Title 663 Non‐exempt NS Fire Inspector (Non‐Sworn) 646 Non‐exempt NS HAZ MAT INSPECTOR 636 Non‐exempt NS FIRE INSPECTOR Item 8Attachment D - AmendedSalary Schedule forInternational Association ofFire Fighters (IAFF) andcorresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 419 of 1165 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND LOCAL 1319, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS The City of Palo Alto and Local 1319 have met and conferred in good faith and hereby agree to modify their existing Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to add the non-sworn classification of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic to the bargaining unit represented by IAFF Local 1319. The parties further agree that, during the term of this MOA, they will meet at the request of either party to discuss or address any unintended consequences resulting from the inclusion of the Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedic classifications, including but not limited to impacts on operations, work and vacation schedules, staffing, or other effects on sworn positions within the bargaining unit. If City Council takes action to increase the size of the Single Role program, one impact the parties may discuss is whether a standalone agreement outlining separate wages, hours, and working conditions is appropriate. Through mutual agreement, the City of Palo Alto (City) and Local 1319, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) (collectively known as “the parties”) hereby agree to amend the following articles of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the parties to include the Non-Sworn classifications of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic as recognized positions within IAFF Local 1319: Article I - Recognition Section 1. Recognition. The City recognizes the Union as the exclusive representative of an employee group consisting solely of the classifications of Fire Apparatus Operator, Fire Fighter, Fire Captain, Fire Captain (forty-hour assignment), Fire Inspector Sworn and Non-Sworn, and Hazmat Inspector and Non- Sworn Emergency Medical Technician and Non-Sworn Paramedic, who are regularly employed by the City and others as amended into the representation unit from time to time under existing law and the Merit System Rules and Regulations. Article VI – Probationary Period Section 1. Tentative and Subject to Probationary Period. All original appointments to regular or part- time municipal service positions shall be tentative and subject to a probationary period. With the exception of the Inspectors and Non-Sworn EMT and Paramedic classifications, this probationary period shall include the fire training academies and an additional fourteen (14) to sixteen (16) months after completion of the academies (including inhouse academy), excluding time off for extended leaves of absence. The probationary period will end at the sooner of 16 months or the completion of all probationary testing, inclusive of driver II certification. All original appointments to Fire Inspector (Sworn or Non-Sworn), Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedic classifications shall serve a twelve (12) month probationary period, commencing with the first day of employment in the classification. Promotion from a non-sworn to a sworn position will be subject to the applicable Probationary Period as an original appointment. Item 8 Attachment D - Amended Salary Schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and corresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 420 of 1165 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND LOCAL 1319, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS ARTICLE VII - SALARY PROVISIONS Section 1. Base Wage Rates. The top step base wage for the Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedic classification will be as follows and have a 5-step series with approximately 5% between each step. Non-Sworn EMT: Top Step: $37.32 Non-Sworn Paramedic: Top Step: $43.90 During the term of the MOA, these classifications will only be eligible to receive the salary increases scheduled for the first full pay period following July 1, 2027 (3.75%). Total Compensation and Survey Database Management and the Union have agreed to a compensation survey database structure. Survey Cities include: Alameda, Berkeley, Fremont, Hayward, Menlo Park Fire District, Milpitas, Mountain View, Redwood City, Pleasanton, San Jose, San Mateo, San Ramon Fire District, Santa Clara, Santa Clara County and South San Francisco. Compensation Criteria includes: top step salary, maximum longevity, maximum education, uniform allowance, EMT differential, Hazmat differential, deferred compensation, employee pick up of employer pension costs (Negative EPMC), and maximum City paid benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, and EAP). The database is intended to provide one source of information concerning how the compensation paid to employees in bargaining unit job classifications compares to that paid by other employees. With the addition of the Non-Sworn EMT and Paramedic classifications, the parties acknowledge that the above agreed upon survey database may have limited applicability to the new established classifications. Neither Management nor IAFF is obligated to conduct a separate compensation survey unless mutually agreed. The consideration of compensation comparability for these classifications may be addressed in future negotiations for a successor agreement. Section 3. Salary Steps … Employees in the Fire Inspector (Non-Sworn) classifications shall be entitled to a merit increase in the pay range upon successful completion of twelve (12) months of service, so long as they receive a satisfactory performance evaluation. The date of such increase shall be the first full day of the pay period in which the time requirements have been met. following the evaluation date. … Item 8 Attachment D - Amended Salary Schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and corresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 421 of 1165 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND LOCAL 1319, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS ARTICLE VIII - PAY DIFFERENTIALS Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedic classifications will only be eligible to receive Section 3. Bilingual Pay. Article IX – HOLIDAYS Section 2. Conditions a. Personnel assigned to a 40-hour work schedule, and Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedic classifications will receive paid holiday in accordance with Sections 517 and 518 of the Merit System Rules and Regulations. b. Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedics required to work on a fixed holiday shall be paid time and one-half for such work in addition to their regular holiday pay. Article X –OVERTIME COMPENSATION Section 2. Work Period and Scheduling for Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedic. Employees shall be assigned to one of two rotating shifts, each consisting of twelve-(12)_hour shifts. Employees shall receive overtime compensation in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and applicable state law. Additional overtime procedures and operational guidelines including the regular work week, shift scheduling shall be addressed in department policy. Article XX – Retirement Benefits Section 2 Miscellaneous Employee Share: Employees in Miscellaneous Pension Group A shall pay the full eight percent (8%) employee contribution. Employees in Miscellaneous Pension Group B shall pay the full seven percent (7%) employee contribution. Employees in Miscellaneous Pension Group C shall pay the employee contribution required by the Public Employees Pension Reform Act, calculated at fifty percent (50%) of the normal cost. Section 3. Miscellaneous Employer Share: Item 8 Attachment D - Amended Salary Schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and corresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 422 of 1165 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND LOCAL 1319, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS Miscellaneous employees in Groups A-C shall pay an additional two (2) percent of the employer share toward the employer cost of retirement in accordance with Section 20516 of the California Government Code. Article XXII - VACATION ACCRUAL Section 1. Accrual Rate. All eligible fire suppression persons shall accrue vacation at the following rate for continuous service performed in a pay status. Non-shift representation unit employees and Non- Sworn EMTs and Non-Sworn Paramedics, shall accrue the 40-hour equivalent--one shift equals sixteen hours. ARTICLE XXIV – USE OF VACATION For Non-Sworn EMT and Non-Sworn Paramedics, the rule of vacation scheduling and approvals (Section 1. and Section 2) shall be determined by the Fire Department’s Internal Policies. ARTICLE XXVII – WORKERS' COMPENSATION Section 1. ... Additional information on Workers’ Compensation Benefits can be found in the City’s Policy and Procedure 3-03 Section 2. Industrial Temporary Disability For Non-Sworn Employees a) While temporarily disabled, non-sworn employees shall be entitled to use accrued sick leave for the first three (3) days following the date of injury and thereafter shall be paid full base salary for a period of not to exceed fifty-seven (57) calendar days, unless hospitalized, in which case employees shall be paid full base salary for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days from date of injury. b) For any temporary disability continuing beyond the time limits set forth in (a) above, employees shall be paid two-thirds (66 2/3%) of their full base salary at the time of injury for the duration of such temporary disability in conformance with the State law. c) During the period of temporary disability, an employee's eligibility for health, dental, life, LTD, or other insured program will continue with City contributions at the same rate as for active employees. In case of Subsection (a) above, the employee will continue to accrue vacation and sick leave benefits. In the case of Subsection (b), sick leave and vacation benefits shall not be accrued. Item 8 Attachment D - Amended Salary Schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and corresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 423 of 1165 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND LOCAL 1319, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS For the Association: For the City: Date Date Item 8 Attachment D - Amended Salary Schedule for International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and corresponding Side Letters Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 424 of 1165 Proposed Side Letter of Agreement City of Palo Alto and Palo Alto Fire Chiefs’ Association Effective July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028 Item 8 Attachment E - Side letter for Palo Alto Fire Chief’s Association (FCA) and International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) re Holidays Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 425 of 1165 City of Palo Alto and Palo Alto Fire Chiefs’ Association Proposed Side Letter of Agreement: July 1, 2025 – July 30, 2028 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND PALO ALTO FIRE CHIEFS’ ASSOCIATION In order to comply with CalPERS reporting requirements and ensure the intent of the parties that compensation provided to employees constitutes pensionable compensation/compensation earnable, the City of Palo Alto (City) and the City of Palo Alto Fire Chiefs’ Association (FCA) hereby agree to amend Article VI of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the parties, titled “Holidays” of the MOA between the parties as follows: ARTICLE VI – HOLIDAY PAY Section 3. 56-Hour Work Week Assignments. Shift personnel shall receive pay in lieu of taking paid leave for accrued holidays. One hundred sixty one and one half (161.5) hours are paid annually to an employee at a rate of 6.21 hours of straight time pay, inclusive of EMT differential, each pay period. Such paid hours will be paid 6.21 hours of in lieu of holiday pay each pay period. Hours are prorated and accrue based on hours worked. For the Association For the City ________________________________ BC Ryan Stoddard, President Date ________________________________ Tori Post, Manager Employee & Labor Relations Date ________________________________ Chief Steven Lindsey Date ________________________________ Sandra Blanch, HR Director Date ________________________________ Jennifer Fine, Deputy City Attorney Date ________________________________ Item 8 Attachment E - Side letter for Palo Alto Fire Chief’s Association (FCA) and International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) re Holidays Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 426 of 1165 Proposed Side Letter of Agreement City of Palo Alto and Local 1319, International Association of Fire Fighters Effective July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028 Item 8 Attachment E - Side letter for Palo Alto Fire Chief’s Association (FCA) and International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) re Holidays Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 427 of 1165 City of Palo Alto and Local 1319, International Association of Fire Fighters Proposed Side Letter of Agreement: July 1, 2025 – July 30, 2028 SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND LOCAL 1319, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS In order to comply with CalPERS reporting requirements and ensure the intent of the parties that compensation provided to employees constitutes pensionable compensation/compensation earnable, the City of Palo Alto (City) and the Local 1319, International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) hereby agree to amend Article IX of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the parties, titled “Holidays” as follows: ARTICLE IX – HOLIDAYS … 161.5 hours are paid annually to an employee at a rate of 6.21 hours of straight time pay, inclusive of Pay Differentials Article VIII, each pay period. Shift personnel shall receive pay in lieu of taking paid leave for accrued holidays. Such paid hours are in addition to the normal biweekly base pay. Shift personnel will be paid 6.21 hours of in lieu of holiday pay each pay period. Hours are prorated and accrued based on hours actually worked. For the Association For the City ________________________________ Captain Joe Penko, President Date ________________________________ Tori Post, Manager Employee & Labor Relations Date ________________________________ Chief Steven Lindsey Date ________________________________ Sandra Blanch, HR Director Date ________________________________ Jennifer Fine, Deputy City Attorney Date ________________________________ Item 8 Attachment E - Side letter for Palo Alto Fire Chief’s Association (FCA) and International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) re Holidays Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 428 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step 3% Increase Effective 01/24/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/11/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/10/2027 1 28.76$ 29.61$ 30.51$ 2 30.27$ 31.17$ 32.12$ 910 4 33.54$ 34.54$ 35.59$ 5 35.30$ 36.36$ 37.46$ 1 34.31$ 35.35$ 36.41$ 2 36.12$ 37.21$ 38.33$ 913 4 40.02$ 41.23$ 42.47$ 5 42.13$ 43.40$ 44.71$ 1 19.70$ 20.30$ 20.91$ 2 20.74$ 21.37$ 22.01$ 954 4 22.98$ 23.67$ 24.39$ 5 24.19$ 24.92$ 25.67$ 1 27.57$ 28.41$ 29.25$ 2 29.02$ 29.90$ 30.79$ 951 4 32.16$ 33.13$ 34.12$ 5 33.85$ 34.87$ 35.92$ 1 33.54$ 34.56$ 35.60$ 2 35.31$ 36.38$ 37.47$ 952 4 39.13$ 40.31$ 41.52$ 5 41.19$ 42.43$ 43.71$ 1 38.64$ 39.81$ 40.99$ 2 40.67$ 41.90$ 43.15$ 983 4 45.06$ 46.42$ 47.81$ 5 47.43$ 48.86$ 50.33$ 1 19.77$ 20.36$ 20.98$ 2 20.81$ 21.43$ 22.08$ 953 4 23.06$ 23.75$ 24.46$ 5 24.27$ 25.00$ 25.75$ 1 29.86$ 30.75$ 31.68$ 2 31.43$ 32.37$ 33.35$ 915 4 34.82$ 35.86$ 36.95$ 5 36.65$ 37.75$ 38.89$ 1 26.54$ 27.35$ 28.17$ 2 27.94$ 28.79$ 29.65$ 916 4 30.96$ 31.89$ 32.85$ 5 32.59$ 33.57$ 34.58$ 1 23.29$ 24.00$ 24.72$ 2 24.52$ 25.26$ 26.02$ 917 4 27.17$ 27.99$ 28.83$ 5 28.60$ 29.46$ 30.35$ Limited Hourly Salary Schedule Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Item 8 Attachment F - Amended Salary Schedule for the Unrepresented Limited Hourly group Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 52 Packet Pg. 429 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step 3% Increase Effective 01/24/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/11/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/10/2027 Limited Hourly Salary Schedule 1 19.70$ 20.30$ 20.91$ 2 20.74$ 21.37$ 22.01$ 918 4 22.98$ 23.67$ 24.39$ 5 24.19$ 24.92$ 25.67$ 1 22.33$ 23.02$ 23.71$ 2 23.51$ 24.23$ 24.96$ 919 4 26.05$ 26.84$ 27.65$ 5 27.42$ 28.25$ 29.10$ 1 2 TBD 4 5 1 21.95$ 22.62$ 23.30$ 2 23.11$ 23.81$ 24.53$ 920 4 25.61$ 26.38$ 27.18$ 5 26.96$ 27.77$ 28.61$ 1 19.70$ 20.30$ 20.91$ 2 20.74$ 21.37$ 22.01$ 921 4 22.98$ 23.67$ 24.39$ 5 24.19$ 24.92$ 25.67$ 1 27.57$ 28.41$ 29.25$ 2 29.02$ 29.90$ 30.79$ 922 4 32.16$ 33.13$ 34.12$ 5 33.85$ 34.87$ 35.92$ 1 33.54$ 34.56$ 35.60$ 2 35.31$ 36.38$ 37.47$ 923 4 39.13$ 40.31$ 41.52$ 5 41.19$ 42.43$ 43.71$ 1 38.64$ 39.81$ 40.99$ 2 40.67$ 41.90$ 43.15$ 982 4 45.06$ 46.42$ 47.81$ 5 47.43$ 48.86$ 50.33$ 1 34.93$ 35.99$ 37.07$ 2 36.77$ 37.88$ 39.02$ 924 4 40.75$ 41.97$ 43.23$ 5 42.89$ 44.18$ 45.51$ 1 27.01$ 27.84$ 28.67$ 2 28.43$ 29.30$ 30.18$ 925 4 31.51$ 32.46$ 33.44$ 5 33.17$ 34.17$ 35.20$ 1 20.16$ 20.78$ 21.40$ Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Item 8 Attachment F - Amended Salary Schedule for the Unrepresented Limited Hourly group Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 53 Packet Pg. 430 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step 3% Increase Effective 01/24/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/11/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/10/2027 Limited Hourly Salary Schedule 2 21.22$ 21.87$ 22.53$ 930 4 23.52$ 24.23$ 24.97$ 5 24.76$ 25.51$ 26.28$ 1 21.24$ 21.89$ 22.55$ 2 22.36$ 23.04$ 23.74$ 935 4 24.78$ 25.53$ 26.30$ 5 26.08$ 26.87$ 27.68$ 1 21.75$ 22.40$ 23.07$ 2 22.89$ 23.58$ 24.28$ 936 4 25.36$ 26.13$ 26.91$ 5 26.69$ 27.50$ 28.33$ 1 2 TBD 4 5 1 26.03$ 26.81$ 27.62$ 2 27.40$ 28.22$ 29.07$ 937 4 30.36$ 31.27$ 32.21$ 5 31.96$ 32.92$ 33.91$ 1 37.64$ 38.77$ 39.94$ 2 39.62$ 40.81$ 42.04$ 938 4 43.90$ 45.22$ 46.58$ 5 46.21$ 47.60$ 49.03$ 1 28.76$ 29.61$ 30.51$ 2 30.27$ 31.17$ 32.12$ 939 4 33.54$ 34.54$ 35.59$ 5 35.30$ 36.36$ 37.46$ 1 19.70$ 20.30$ 20.91$ 2 20.74$ 21.37$ 22.01$ 941 4 22.98$ 23.67$ 24.39$ 5 24.19$ 24.92$ 25.67$ 1 21.84$ 22.50$ 23.18$ 2 22.99$ 23.68$ 24.40$ 942 4 25.47$ 26.24$ 27.03$ 5 26.81$ 27.62$ 28.45$ 1 24.20$ 24.93$ 25.67$ 2 25.47$ 26.24$ 27.02$ 943 4 28.22$ 29.07$ 29.94$ 5 29.70$ 30.60$ 31.52$ Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Item 8 Attachment F - Amended Salary Schedule for the Unrepresented Limited Hourly group Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 54 Packet Pg. 431 of 1165 Job Code FLSA Job Title Step 3% Increase Effective 01/24/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/11/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/10/2027 Limited Hourly Salary Schedule 1 21.12$ 21.76$ 22.41$ 2 22.23$ 22.90$ 23.59$ 948 4 24.63$ 25.37$ 26.14$ 5 25.93$ 26.71$ 27.52$ 1 23.29$ 24.00$ 24.72$ 2 24.52$ 25.26$ 26.02$ 950 4 27.17$ 27.99$ 28.83$ 5 28.60$ 29.46$ 30.35$ 1 20.76$ 21.38$ 22.03$ 2 21.85$ 22.51$ 23.19$ 962 4 24.21$ 24.94$ 25.69$ 5 25.48$ 26.25$ 27.04$ 1 29.17$ 30.06$ 30.96$ 2 30.70$ 31.64$ 32.59$ 955 4 34.02$ 35.05$ 36.10$ 5 35.81$ 36.89$ 38.00$ Job Code FLSA Job Title TBD Non-Exempt General Laborer 18.70$ 74.51$ 19.08$ 76.75$ 19.66$ 79.06$ 20.25$ 81.44$ TBD Non-Exempt lnspector 18.70$ 74.51$ 19.08$ 76.75$ 19.66$ 79.06$ 20.25$ 81.44$ TBD Non-Exempt Journey Level Laborer 18.70$ 74.51$ 19.08$ 76.75$ 19.66$ 79.06$ 20.25$ 81.44$ TBD Non-exempt Police Reserve I 59.61$ 62.43$ 61.40$ 64.61$ 63.25$ 66.88$ TBD Non-exempt Police Reserve II 53.43$ 59.76$ 55.04$ 61.86$ 56.70$ 64.03$ 972 Non-Exempt Management Specialist 18.70$ 200.00$ 19.08$ 206.00$ 19.66$ 212.18$ 20.25$ 218.55$ 976 Non-Exempt Staff Specialist 18.70$ 74.51$ 19.08$ 76.75$ 19.66$ 79.06$ 20.25$ 81.44$ In the event of a minimum wage increase that exceeds the City's rates, the salary schedule will be adjusted as appropriate. Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Non-exempt Minimum Wage Increase Effective 01/01/2026 3% Increase Effective 01/24/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/11/2026 3% Increase Effective 07/10/2027 Item 8 Attachment F - Amended Salary Schedule for the Unrepresented Limited Hourly group Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 55 Packet Pg. 432 of 1165 Proposed Side Letter of Agreement City of Palo Alto and Palo Alto Peace Officers’ Association Effective July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028 Item 8 Attachment G - Side letter for Palo Alto Police Officer’s Association (PAPOA) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 56 Packet Pg. 433 of 1165 City of Palo Alto and Palo Alto Peace Officers’ Association The City of Palo Alto and the Palo Alto Peace Officers’ Association (PAPOA) mutually agree to amend the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) effective July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028 to incorporate the following changes to Section 45. Hiring Incentives: Section 45. Hiring Incentives Qualified lateral Officers, who have a current basic or higher POST certificate, hired during the term of this agreement may upon City Manager approval: (a) Accrue vacation leave at a beginning rate equal to the rate they were earning at their previous employer, subject to a maximum of one hundred sixty (160) hours per year with progression to higher accrual rates as provided in Section 27, Vacation Accrual; and (b) Begin their employment with the City with a sick leave balance not to exceed ninety-six (96) hours. (c) Receive a hiring incentive. Any future hiring incentive program will be discussed with the Association prior to implementation and the Department will reasonably consider any recommendations from the Association regarding internal referral programs to be utilized in conjunction with that program.From July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028 or the adoption of the successor MOA whichever is later, the City Manager may authorize a hiring incentive for qualified lateral officers including but not limited to: a cash incentive, a bank of vacation hours, a bank of deferred compensation, or relocation expenses. Hiring incentives must be funded through department salary savings. (d) Lateral Officers returning to the Palo Alto Police Department must have been separated from the City for a minimum of two (2) years to be eligible for this incentive program (e) Based on years of service, level of experience, and educational achievement, experienced lateral Officers may receive a starting salary at any appropriate level within the “Police Officer” classification as deemed appropriate by the City Manager on recommendation of the Chief of Police. Palo Alto Peace Officers’ Association City of Palo Alto ________________________________ Sgt. Chris Correira Date ________________________________ Sgt. Joshua Waldorph Date ________________________________ Tori Post, Manager Employee & Labor Relations Date ________________________________ Chief James Reifschneider Date Item 8 Attachment G - Side letter for Palo Alto Police Officer’s Association (PAPOA) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 57 Packet Pg. 434 of 1165 City of Palo Alto and Palo Alto Peace Officers’ Association ________________________________ Sandra Blanch, HR Director Date ________________________________ Jennifer Fine, Deputy City Attorney Date ________________________________ Ed Shikada, City Manager Date Item 8 Attachment G - Side letter for Palo Alto Police Officer’s Association (PAPOA) Item 8: Staff Report Pg. 58 Packet Pg. 435 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Public Works Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2602-5982 TITLE Approval of Construction Contract Number C26197272 with O’Grady Paving, Inc. in the Amount of $3,802,573 for the Fiscal Year 2026 Street Resurfacing Project, Capital Improvement Program Projects PE-86070, PO-12001, PG-06001, PO-11001, and OS-09001; and Authorization for the City Manager or Their Designee to Execute Change Orders in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $910,258 for Related, Additional but Unforeseen Work Which May Develop During the Project; CEQA Status – Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute construction contract C26197272 with O’Grady Paving, Inc. in the amount of $3,802,573 for the Palo Alto Fiscal Year 2026 Street Resurfacing Project (Capital Improvement Program Projects PE-86070, PO-12001, PG-06001, PO-11001, and OS-09001); and 2. Authorize the City Manager or their designee to negotiate and execute change orders for related, additional, and unforeseen work that may develop during the project, the total value of which shall not exceed $910,258. BACKGROUND The Public Works Engineering Services Division manages construction contracts for concrete repair, preventive maintenance, resurfacing, and reconstruction of various City streets annually. In more recent years, additional Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects are being built through annualized resurfacing contracts due to the complexity of construction and benefit of being included in a larger project. The City uses StreetSaver, The Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s (MTC) pavement management system which is used by almost all Bay Area jurisdictions. The Pavement Condition Index (PCI) is calculated by evaluating a sample pavement section on each block for different rating variables from mild to severe – including raveling, potholes, amount of trenches, and base failures. These factors are entered into the StreetSaver program and a PCI is calculated. All staff who evaluate street conditions and pavement distresses have multiple years of experience and have been trained by MTC. Item 9 Item 9 Staff Report Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 436 of 1165 While staff uses the PCI scores to prioritize streets, staff also takes into consideration additional information including coordination with Utilities projects and Office of Transportation planned striping improvements, and whether the street has bike lanes or is a bicycle boulevard. Staff also tries to group multiple streets in a neighborhood whenever possible, so that construction is not occurring over multiple years if it can be avoided. Additionally, each block has its own estimated repair cost, which impacts how many streets can be in each project given the annual funding amounts. The streets included in this year’s resurfacing contract were selected previously with the Senate Bill 1 Resolution approved by Council in June 2025.1 ANALYSIS Staff recommends approval of Contract No. C26197272 as part of the program to maintain and improve the condition of Palo Alto’s streets.2 The $3,802,573 expenditure for this contract will be used to repave 6.92 lane-miles of arterial and residential streets with PCI scores averaging 48. This will help maintain and improve the City’s Pavement Condition Index (PCI) beyond its average of 83 and will address many streets whose PCI scores fall below the City’s minimum goal of 60. The scope of work includes the replacement of approximately 2,966 linear feet (0.56 miles) of curbs and gutters, 2,852 square feet of driveways, and 7,654 square feet of sidewalks. Additionally, 33 new curb ramps will be installed to conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The add alternate scope of work includes the repaving and restriping of 58,170 square feet of pavement along the Adobe Creek Trail Loop. The streets being resurfaced in this contract are shown in Attachment A. On June 1, 2026, the City Council directed staff to proceed with California Avenue Outdoor Activation Standards and associated encroachment permit requirements, approved the Pre- approved Parklet Plans with standardized parklet designs, approved an Ordinance amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160; first reading), and directed staff to return to the City Council with an amendment to modify a conceptual design for a bike-free environment on the closed portion of the street.3 At the meeting, questions were raised about the potential of utilizing the estimated $300,000 for repaving the car-free portion of California Avenue for other improvements and whether the repaving project is required at this time. Staff shared that the street was last repaved in 2015. Typically, streets have preventive maintenance done 1 City Council, June 2, 2025, Agenda Item #11; SR #2503-4447 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83430&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=ad530f3e -e21c-4667-9161-bcd9e546c2df 2 O’Grady Paving, Inc. Construction Contract for FY 2026 Resurfacing Project C26197272 3 City Council, June 1, 2026, Agenda Item #16; SR #2602-6010 Item 9 Item 9 Staff Report Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 437 of 1165 approximately every 10-15 years to extend the life of the pavement. Public Works estimated the costs for slurry sealing and for repaving the car-free portion of California Avenue. It was determined that the repaving option was more economical compared to slurry sealing. In order to effectively remove the existing street markings, grinding and paving the road would be necessary. This resurfacing work does not implement the bike/pedestrian conceptual drawing that was presented, it is only repaving of the street on which future outdoor activations will be built. Table 1: Summary of Invitation for Bids Project Bid Name/Number Proposed Length of Project Number of Bid Packages Downloaded by Contractors Number of Bid Packages Downloaded by Builder’s Exchanges Total Days to Respond to Bid Number of Bids Received Bid Price Range Public Link to Solicitation Item 9 Item 9 Staff Report Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 438 of 1165 Item 9 Item 9 Staff Report Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 439 of 1165 California Avenue and for related, additional, but unforeseen work which may develop during the project, implemented via City-approved Change Order. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Table 2: Funding Allocation Funding Source Contract Contingency Total Funding Street Maintenance PE-86070 $3,256,846 $655,685 $3,912,531 Curb & Gutter Repair PO-12001 $75,270 $7,527 $82,797 Athletic Court Resurfacing PG-06001 $68,150 $6,815 $74,965 Thermoplastic Striping PO-11001 $123,457 $12,346 $135,803 Off-Road Pathway Resurfacing and Repair OS-09001 $278,850 $27,885 $306,735 Unassigned Allowance $200,000 $200,000 Total $3,802,573 $910,258 $4,712,831 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT Item 9 Item 9 Staff Report Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 440 of 1165 All streets have been coordinated with the City’s Utilities Department and the Office of Transportation to minimize the cutting of newly resurfaced streets. Additionally, recognizing the importance of bicycle safety as a factor in selecting streets for the annual repaving project, staff reviews the proposed five-year paving plan streets annually with the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PABAC) Resurfacing Subcommittee, with an emphasis on the streets included in the first year of the plan. Extensive public outreach will be conducted before and during the construction phase to keep the community informed throughout the process, including flyers sent to adjacent residences and businesses, and notices posted online on the City’s website. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 9 Item 9 Staff Report Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 441 of 1165 STREET FROM TO Ben Lomond Drive Scripps Avenue Scripps Avenue Byron Street Hawthorne Avenue Palo Alto Avenue Cowper Street Churchill Avenue Embarcadero Road ey Street Santa Rita Avenue Washington Avenue ey Street Washington Avenue N. California Avenue Pitman Avenue Center Drive Newell Road Miranda Avenue Hillview Avenue Foothill Expressway East Bayshore Road City Limit Laura Lane East Bayshore Road Laura Lane Embarcadero Road FY2026 STREET RESURFACING PROJECT ATTACHMENT A - PROJECT MAP Item 9 Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 442 of 1165 SON STREET RAMONA STREETLYTTON AVENUE BRYAN UE WAVERLEY STREET BRYANT STREET FLORENCE STREET KIPLING STREET LYTTON AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET WAVERLEY STREET EVERETT AVENUE EVERETT AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET VENUE RAMONA STREET BRYANT STREET LYTTON AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE COWPER STREET KIPLING STREET UNIVERSITY AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE COWPER STREET WAVERLEY STREET HAMILTON AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD RUTHVEN AVENUE COWPER STREET TASSO STREETRUTHVEN AVENUE WEBSTER STREET BYRON STREET HAWTHORNE AVENUE COWPER STREET COWPER STREET HAWTHORNE AVENUE HAWTHORNE AVENUE KIPLING STREET EVERETT AVENUE COWPER STREET WEBSTER STREET BYRON STREET FULTON STREET EVERETT AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD MIDDLEFIELD ROAD EVERETT AVENUE WEBSTER STREET WEBSTER STREET LYTTON AVENUE BYRON STREET TASSO STREET HAMILTON AVENUE COWPER STREET FOREST AVENUE FOREST AVENUE WEBSTER STREET WEBSTER STREET COWPER STREET AVENUE HOMER AVENUE C FULTON STREET LYTTON AVENUE GUINDA STREET LYTTON AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE BYRON STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD FULTON STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD LYTTON AVENUE WEBSTER STREET LYTTON AVENUE GUINDA STREET SENECA STREET UNIVERSITY AVENUE GUINDA STREET FULTON STREET FULTON STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD HAMILTON AVENUE HAM ILTON AVENUE FOREST AVENUE ADDISON AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD CHANNING AVENUE GUINDA STREET HOMER AVENUE BOYC E AVE NU E BOYCE AVENUE FOREST AVENUE SENECA STREET WEBSTER STREET SENECA STREET HAMILTON AVENUE HAMILTON AVENUE GUINDA STREET FOREST AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD HOMER AVENUE HOMER AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD WEBSTER STREET ANNING AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE SENECA STREET FOREST AVENUE BO YCE AVENUE CHAUCER S TREET CHAUCER STREET HALE STREET UNIVERSITY AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE HALE STREET HAMILTON AVENUE HALE STREET KINGSLEY AVENUE E MELVIL MELVILLE AVENUEGUINDA STREET GREENWOOD AVENUE MELVILLE AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE LINCOLN AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE REGENT PLACE LINCOLN AVENUE FULTON STREET FULTON STREET MIDDL MIDDLEFIELD ROAD ADDISON AVENUE GUINDA STREET ADDISON AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE GUINDA STREET MARTIN AVENUE SOMERSET PLACE LINCOL N AV ENU E LINCOLN AVENUE FIFE AVENUE LINCO LN AVENUE FOREST AVENUE ADDISON AVENUE FIFE AVENUE MARLOWE MAP HAMILTON AVENUE HA MILTON COURT FOREST COURT FOREST AVENUE PALM STREET UNIVERSITY AVENUE LINCOLN AVENUE LINCOLN AVEN UE HAMILTON AVENUE HARKER AVENUE KIRBY PLACE PITMAN AVENUE DANA AVENUE FOREST AVENUE HAMILTON AVENUE GUINDA STREET EVERETT COURT LANE 39 LANE 20 EAST LANE 30 LANE 20 WEST LANE 21 LANE 33 BRYANT COURT PAULSEN LANE DOWNING LANE LANE 56 LINCOLN AVENUE P A L O A L T O A V ENUE P A L O A LTO A V E N U E PALO ALTO A V E N U E P A L O ALT O A V E N U E P A L O A L TO AVENUE PALO ALTO AVENUE UNIVERS I T Y AVENUE PALO ALTO AVENUE HARRIET STREET HARRIET STREET HARRIET STREET This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 08:40:05 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Personal\ehochst.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t ATTACHMENT A - PROJECT MAPItem 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 443 of 1165 EMBARCADERO ROAD ST FRANCIS DRIVE CHANNING AVENUE EMBARCADERO ROAD WEST BAYSHORE ROAD SAND AL WOO D COU RT EDGEWOOD DRIVE EMBARCADERO ROAD FABER PLACE EMBARCADERO ROAD EMBARCADERO WAY EMBARCADERO ROAD EMBARCADERO WAY SIERRA COUR EAST BAYSHORE ROAD BAYSHORE FREEWAY EMBARCADERO ROAD EAST BAYSHORE ROAD WATSON COURT EDGEWOOD DRIVE BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE ROAD EAST LAURA LANE EDGEWOOD DRIVE GENG R OAD WILDWOOD LANE WILDWOOD LANE LANE BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY O'BRINE LANE WEST BAYSHORE ROAD WEST BAYSHORE ROAD This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 09:02:23 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 444 of 1165 NUE KINGSLEY AVENUE ALMA STREET HIGH STREET RAMONA STREET LINCOLN AVENUE LINCOLN AVENUE RAMONA STREET EMERSON STREET HIGH STREET EMBARCADERO ROAD EMERSON STREET EMERSON STREET HOMER AVENUE HAWTHORNE AVENUE RAMONA STREET EMERSON STREET EVERETT AVENUE EVERETT AVENUE HIGH STREET ALMA STREET LYTTON AVENUE ALMA STREET EMERSON STREET RAMONA STREET LYTTON AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE RAMONA STREET BRYANT STREET HIGH STREET EMERSON STREET ALMA STREET EMERSON STREET HIGH STREET HIGH STREETHAMILTON AVENUE HAMILTON AVENUE EMERSON STREET HAMILTON AVENUE GILMAN STREET WAVERLEY STREET BRYANT STREET FOREST AVENUE FOREST AVENUE BRYANT STREET RAMONA STREET RAMONA STREET BRYANT STREET FLORENCE STREET LYTTON AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET WAVERLEY STREET EVERETT AVENUEBRYANT STREET HAWTHOR RAMONA STREET BRYANT STREET LYTTON AVENUE UNIVERSITY AVENUE WPER STREET KIPLING STREET UNIVERSITY AVENUE UNIV COWPER STREET WAVERLEY STREET HAMILTON AVENUE EMERSON S KELLOGG AVENUE BRYANT STREET CHURCHILL AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET CHURCHILL AV CHURCHILL AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET KELLOGG AVENUE BRYANT STREET EMBARCADERO ROAD EMBARCADERO ROAD WAVERLEY STREET MELVILLE AVENUE EMBARCADERO ROAD EMERSON STREET KINGSLEY AVENUE BRYANT STREET BRYANT STREET CO SCOTT STREET ADDISON AVENUEBRYANT STREET BRYANT STREET ADDISON AVENUE LINCOLN AVENUE HAMILTON AVENUE COWPER STREET FOREST AVENUE FOREST AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET BRYANT STREET HOMER AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET CHANNING AVENUE RAMONA STREET RAMONA STREET WEBSTER STREET WEBSTER STREET COWPER STREET HOMER AVENUE HOMER AVENUE COWPER STREET KIPLING STREET CHANNING AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET ADDISON AVENUE FOREST AVENUE WEBSTER STREET KELLOGG AVENUE TASSO STREET EMBARCADERO ROAD TASSO STREET MELVILLE AVENUE MELVILLE AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET COWPER STREET COWPER STREET KINGSLEY AVENUE KINGSLEY AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET LINCOLN AVENUE COWPER STREET LINCOLN AVENUE ADDISON AVENUE WEBSTER STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD CHANNING AVENUE ADDISON AVENUE COWPER STREET WEBSTER STREET FIELD ROAD HOME HOMER AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD WEBSTER STREET CHANNING AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE M BYRON STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD MELVILLE AVENU FULTON STREET KINGSLEY AVENUE KINGSLEY AVENUE GUINDA STREET LINCOLN AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE MELVILLE AVENUEWEBSTER STREET KINGSLEY AVENUE KINGSLEY AVENUE BYRON STREET BYRON STREET WEBSTER STREET LINCOLN AVENUE LINCOLN AVENUE FULTON STREET FULTON STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD MIDDLEFIELD ROAD ADDISON AVENUE GUINDA STREET ADDISON AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE GUINDA STREET COWPER STREET U N I V E R S I T Y C I R C L E LANE 39 LANE B EAST LANE 7 EAST LANE 5 EAST LANE 6 EAST LANE 20 EAST LANE 30 LANE 20 WEST LANE 21 MITCHELL LANE LANE 15 EAST BRYANT COURT PAULSEN LANE LANE 12 WEST LANE 11 WEST CENTENNIAL WALK LANE D EAST LANE D WEST LANE 59 EAST WHITMAN COURT DOWNING LANE LANE 56 LI PENINSUL PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PALM DRIVE DR IVE EMERSON STREET EMERSON STREET HIGH STREET HIGH STREET HIGH STREET ALMA STREET ALMA STREET ALMA STREET ALMA STREET ALMA STREET FOREST AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE HOMER AVENUE ADDISON AVENUE EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO EL CA WELLS AVENUE URBAN LANE URBAN LANE ENCINA AVENUE ENCINA AVENUE M E D I C A L FOU N D ATION WAY LANE 7 WEST LANE 8 WEST LANE A WEST LANE B WEST CHANNING AVENUE This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALIFORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRIL 1 6 1894 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-18 13:59:17 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 445 of 1165 SECOND STRE MA CLANE WILKIE WAY WEST MEADOW DRI EL CAMINO WAY ALMA ST PARK BOULEVARD MACLANE EMERSON STREET EL VERANO AVENUE EY S HANOVER STREET HANSEN WAY HANSEN WAY EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL PAGE MILL ROA D ILL ROAD HANSEN WAY CHIMALUS DRIVE JO S I N A A V E N U E MATADERO AVENUE JULIE COURT MATADERO AVENUE CHIMALUS DRIVE KENDALL AVENUE JOSINA AVENUE JOSINA AVENUE CHIMALUS DRIVE O AVENUE BARRO N AVENUE WHITSELL AVENUE KENDALL AVENUE LA DONNA AVENUE BARRO N AVENUE BA RRON AVENUE CA MAGNOLIA DRIVE NORTH MAGNOLIA DRIVE MILITA RY W AY LA DONNA AVENUE LA DONNA AVENUE AV ENUE VENTURA A VENUE EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL LA SELVA DRIVE MAGNOLIA DRIVE SOUTH VILLA VERA VILLA REAL (PRIVATE) VILLA VISTA (PRIVATE) S AV E NUE AVENUE VILLA VISTA (PRIVATE) ORINDA STREET MATADERO AVENUE MARGARITA AVENUE WILTON AVENUE EL CAMINO REAL MATADERO AVENUE FERNANDO AVENUE BARRON AVENUE CURTNER AVENUE WILTON AVENUE KENDALL AVENUE MATADERO AVENUE EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL LAMBERT AVENUE EL CAMINO REAL HANSEN WAY EL CAMINO REAL CHIMALUS DRIVE MATADERO AVENUE WHITSELL AVENUE HANSEN WAY HANSEN WAY ALMA STREET ALMA STREET VENTURA COURT VENTURA AVENUE CURTNER AVENUE SHERIDA EL CARMELO AVENUE EMERSON STREET EMERSON STREET RAMONA STREET LOMA VERDE AVENUE LOMA VERDE AVE EL VERANO AVENUE RAMONA STREET MARGARITA AVENUE FERNANDO AVENUE LAMBERT AVENUE CHESTNUT AVENUE ASH STREET BIRCH STREET BIRCH STREET PARK BOULEVARD ALMA STREET PARK BOULEVARD PARK BOULEVARD PARK BOULEVARD ACACIA AVENUE PORTAGE AVENUE OLIVE AVENUE PEPPER AVENUE ASH STREET BRYANT STREET PAGE MILL ROAD PAGE MILL ROAD EL CAMINO REAL MADELINE COURT SOUTH COURT ORINDA STREET CAMPESINO AVEN CYPRESS LANE JACOBS COURT (PRIVATE) LANE 66 LANE 66 LA SELVA DRIVE TIPPAWINGO STREE T Ramos Way (Private) CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD EMMA COURT EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL E EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL EL CAMINO REAL This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 08:55:18 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 446 of 1165 AMARANTA AVENUE AMARANTA AVENUE GEORGIA AVE GEORGIA AVENUE FRANDON COURT MAYBELL WAY MAYBELL AVENUE DONALD DRIVE WILLMAR DRIVE ARASTRADERO ROAD YNIGO WAY HUBBARTT DRIVE GEORGIA AVENUE MAYBEABEL AVENUE MAYBELL AVENUE MAYBELL AVENUE CLEMO AVE COULOMBE DRIVE ARASTRADERO ROAD ARASTRADERO ROAD POMONA AVENUE HILLVIEW AVENUE VIEW AVENUE HILLVIEW AVENUE HILLVIEW AVENUE MIRANDA AVENUE MIRANDA AVENUE ARASTRADERO ROAD MIRANDA AVENUE ILIMA WAY PARADISE WAY PARADISE WAY MCGREGOR WAY LAGUNA AVENUE LOS ROBLES AV LOS ROBLES AVENUE CERRITO WAY EL CERRITO ROAD GEORGIA AVENUE DONALD DRIVE WILLMAR DRIVE GEORGIA AVENUE HUBBARTT DRIVE CROSBY PLACE GEORGIA AVENUE ARASTRADERO ROAD ORME STREET LAGUNA WAY MANZANA LANE DRISCOLL CT WALLIS COURT CHERRY OAKS PLACE K I NG ARTHURS CT TERMA N D R I V E GE O R G I A A V E N U E DONALD DRIVE ARASTRADERO ROAD OAD Y F O O T H I L L E X P R E S SWAY FOOTH I LL EXPRESSWAY M I R A N DA A V ENU E FOOTHI LL EXPRESSWAY FOOTH I L L E X P R E S S WA Y R INCON C I RCLE LOS ROBLES AVENUE EL CERRITO RO A D S H A U NA L AN E AMARANTA COURT O This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 09:20:54 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 447 of 1165 HILLVIEW AVENUE HANOVER STREET HILLVIEW AVENUE HILLVIEW AVENUE PORTER DRIVEPORTER DRIVE PORTER DRIVE MIRANDA AVENUE PAGE MILL RO PORTER DRIVE FOOTHILL EXPRESSWAY HILLVIEW AVE MIRANDA AVENUE ILIMA COURT BARRON AVELAGUNA AVENUE LAGUNA AVENUE LAGUNA OAKS PLACE ILIMA WAY PARADISE WAY PARADISE WAY MCGREGOR WAY PAGE MILL ROAD PAGE MILL ROAD FOOTHILL EXPRESSWAY RIDGE C O Y O T E H I L L R OAD C O YO T E H I LL ROAD COYO T E H I L L ROAD F O O T H I L L E X P R E S S WA Y F O O T H I L L E X P R E S SWAY FOOTH I LL EXPRESSWAY M I R A N DA A V ENU E M I R A N D A A V E N U E FOOTHI LL EXPRESSWAY TO RO A D A L L A R D I C E W A Y RA I M U N D O W A Y This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-04-02 08:32:47 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 448 of 1165 PRIMROSE WAY MORTON STREET NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE GREER ROAD SANTA ANA STR EMBARCADERO ROAD ST FRANCIS DRIVE CHANNING AVENUE WEST BAYSHOR SAND AL WOO D COU RT PARKINSON AVENUE GREENWOOD AVENUE HANNING AVENUE RTIN AVENUE HOPKINS AVENUEHOPKINS AVENUE PARKINSON AVENUE VENUE KIRBY PLACE PITMAN AVENUE DANA AVENUE FOREST AVENUE CEDAR STR EET DANA AVENUE ASHBY DRIVE CENTER DRIVE CENTER DRIV E PITMAN AVENUE TEVIS PLACE KENT PLACE CENTER DRIVE CHANNING AVENUE CHANNING AVENUE GREENWOOD AVENUE HUTCHINSON AVENUE HARKER AVENUE CEDAR STREET WILSON STREET HAMILTON AVENUE SOUTHWOOD DRIVE HAMILTON AVENUE PINE STREET ARCADIA PLACE SHARON COURT GREENWOOD AVENUE NEWELL ROAD HARKER AVENUE PARKINSON AVENUE NEWELL ROAD NEWELL ROAD LOUISA COURT NEWELL PLACE WALTER HAYS DRIVE WALTER HAYS DRIVE WALNUT DRIVE HOPKINS AVENUE NEWELL ROAD MORT ON STRE ET EMBARCADERO ROADWALTER HAYS DRIVE WALTER HAYS DRIVE LOIS LANE LOIS LANE IRIS WAY PRIMR OSE WAY LOIS LANE STANLEY WAY JORDAN PLACE ERSTWILD COURT O ROAD IRIS WAY EMBARCADERO ROAD GREER ROAD TULIP LANE HEATHER LANE IRIS WAYWALTER HAYS DRIVE CHANNING AVENUE ALESTER AVENUE DANA AVENUE STANLEY WAY CHANNING AVENUE DE SOTO DRIVE DE SOTO D RIVE DE SOTO DRIVE GREER ROAD CHANNING AVENUE IRIS WAY GREER ROAD TULIP LANE IVY LANE ISLAND DRIV E KINGS LANE HAMILTON AVENUE DANA AVENUE NEWELL R OAD NEWELL R OAD NEWELL ROAD PITMAN AVENUE NEWELL ROAD DANA AVENUE MADISON WAY ALESTER AVENUE RHODES DRIVE ED GEWOOD DRIVE WEST BAYSHORE ROAD RHODES D RIVE HILBAR LANE ALANNAH COURT EDGEWOOD DRIVE EDGEWOOD DRIV AD WILDWOOD LANE WILDWOOD LANE WILDWOOD LANE CHANNING AVENUE COMMUNITY LANE PRIMROSE WAYCOMMUNITY LANE COMMUNITY LANE RE FREEW AY BAYSHORE FREEW AY N T D R I V E VE E D G E W O O D D R I V E EDGEWOOD DR I V E E D G E W O O D D R I V E E D G E W O O D D R I V EMADISON W A Y HAMILTON AVENUE HAM I LTON AVENUE H A M I L T O N A V E N U E J E F F ERSON DR I VE P A T R I C I A L A N E JACKS O N D R I V E J ACKSON DR I V E R H O D E S D R I V E WALNUT DRIVE W A L N U T D P H I LLIPS ROAD HARRIET STREET HARRIET STREET HARRIET STREET HARRIET STREET This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 09:00:49 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 449 of 1165 MIDDLEFIELD ROAD MORENO AVENUE MARION AVENUE COASTLAND DRIVE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD WEBSTER STREET BRYSON AVENUE COLORADO AVENUE BYRO COLORADO AVENUE COWPER STREET ELDORADO AVENUE KIPLING STREET COWP ER STREET E PARK BOULEVARD STANFORD AVENUE BIRCH STREET OXFORD AVENUE BIRCH STREET STANFORD AVENUE EMERSON STREET LOWELL AVENUE ALMA STREET EET LELAND AVENUE AVENUE EET LOWELL AVENUE EMERSON STREET TENNYSON AVENUE ALMA STREET COLERIDGE AVENUE BRYANT STREET LD LANE E AVENUE BIRCH STREET COLLEGE AVENUE PARK BOULEVARD UE ALMA STREET ALMA STREETPARK BOULEVARD PARK BOULEVARD OXFORD AVENUE TENNYSON AVENUE TENNYSON AVENUE BRYANT STREET BRYANT STREET EMERSON STREET SEALE AVENUE SEALE AVENUE EMERSON STREET RINCONADA AVENUE ALMA STREET SEALE AVENUE BRYANT STREET WAVERLEY STREET RINCONADA AVENUE EMERSON STREET SANTA RITA AVENUE SANTA RITA AVENUE ALMA STREET HIGH STREET HIGH STREET EMERSON STREET LOWELL AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET LOWELL AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET TENNYSON AVENUE COWPER STREET SEALE AVENUE COLORADO AVENUE EMERSON STREETHIGH S ALMA STREET SWAY BRYANT STRE SOUTH COURT UE OREGON AVENUE SANTA RITA AVENUE COWPER STREET SANTA RITA AVENUE WASHINGTON AVENUE BRYANT STREET WAVERLEY OAKS (PVT) EMERSON STREET WASHINGTON AVENUE NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE NEVADA AVENUE OREGON AVENUE HIGH STREET WASHINGTON AVENUE NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET SOUTH COURT RAMONA STREET OREGON AVENUE BRYANT STREET SEALE AVENUE WEBSTER STREET TASSO STREET SANTA RITA AVENUE BYRON STREET RAMONA STREET WAVERLEY STREET OREGON EXPRESSWAY BRYANT STREET SOUTH COURT WAVERLEY STREET MARION AVENUE COLORADO AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET COWPER STREET KIPLING STREET COLORADO AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET COWPER STREET COWPER STREET NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE WEBSTER STREET WEBSTER STREET WASHINGTON AVENUE NEVADA AVENUE TASSO STREET TASSO STREET OREGON EXPRESSWAY OREGON AVENUE ANTON COURT COWPER STREET NEVADA AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD MIDDLEFIELD ROAD BYRON STREET OREGON AVENUE OREGON EXPRESSWAY OREGON EXPRESSWAY OREGON AVENUE OREGON EXPRESSWAY GREEN MANOR COWPER STREET MARION AVENUE MARION AVENUE MARION PLACE TASSO STREET SANTA RITA AVENUE BYRON STREET MIDDLEFIELD ROAD NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD OREGON AVENUEGARLAND DRIVE GARLAND DRIVE ROSS ROAD OREGON AVENUE ROSS ROAD COASTLAND DRIVE OREGON EXPRESSWAY WARREN WAY GA BRYANT STREET COLERIDGE AVENUE WAVERLEY STREET CHURCHILL AVENUE PORTAL PLACE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD SEALE AVENUE WEBSTER STREET LOWELL WPER STREET SOUTHAMPTON DRI COWPER STREET WAVERLEY STREET NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE TENNYSON AVENUE GASPAR COURT NOGAL LANE COASTLAND DRIVE ROSEWO RRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT P OREGON AVENUE This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 08:48:32 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 450 of 1165 AY SILVA AVENUE ALMA STREET WHITCLEM CT WHITCLEM WAY MONROE DRIVE MONROE DRIVE SILVA AVENUE BEN LOMOND DRIVE FERNE AVENUE FERNE AVENUE ALMA STREET BRIARWOOD WAY PONCE DRIVE SAN ANTONIO AVENUE FAIRFIELD CT SAN ANT ONIO ROAD SAN ANTONIO ROAD EAST CHARLESTON ROAD LUNDY LANE PARK BOULEVARDNEWBERRY COURT EDLEE AVENUE WRIGHT PLACE CREEKSIDE DRIVE TIOGA COURT WHITCLEM DRIVE ALMA STREET GREENMEADOW WAY ELY PLACE ALMA STREET ELY PLACE GREENMEADOW WAY PARKSIDE DRIVE SCRIPPS AVENUE SCRIPPS COURT BEN LOMOND DRIVE DIABLO COURT NELSON DRIVE SHASTA DRIVE MACKAY DRIVE FERNE AVENUE MACKAY DRIVE DAKE AVENUE SAN ANTONIO ROAD FERNE AVENUE SAN ANTONIO AVENUE MIDDLEFIELD ROAD EAST CHARLESTON ROAD MUMFORD PLACE ELY PLACE DIXON PLACE DUNCAN PLACE NELSON COURT DUNCAN PL ACE NELSON DRIVE ADOBE PLACE CREEKSIDE DRIVE PARKSIDE DRIVE SUTHERLAND DRIVE SAN ANTONIO ROAD KEATS COURT MIDDLEFIELD ROAD SAN ANTONIO ROAD BYRON STREET ON DRIVE EL CAPITAN PLACE ELY PLACE EAST CHARLESTON ROAD PARKSIDE DRIVE CREEKSIDE DRIVE URT WHITCLEM PLACE ALMA STREET ALMA STREET ALMA STREET MILLER AVENUE RIVE VICTORIA AVENUE (Mt. View) SAN ANTONIO COURT (Pvt.) FERNE COURT MACKAY DRIVE CLE CARL SON C I RCL E CALCATERRA PLACE BRIARWOOD WAYHEMLOCK COURT NIT A AVE NUE CHRISTOPHER COURT S I L V A C OUR T VE PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD PENINSULA CORRIDOR JOINT POWERS BOARD SAN ANTONIO AVENUE SAN ANTONIO AVENUE This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 08:33:53 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Personal\ehochst.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 451 of 1165 AMES COURT LOUIS ROAD EAST MEADOW CIRCLE EAST BAYSHORE ROADFABIAN WAY TONIO ROAD IS ROAD KENNETH DRIVE KENNETH DRIVE STOCKTON PLACE VERNON TERRACE THOMAS DRIVE JANICE WAY GREER ROAD KENNETH DRIVE BAYSHORE FREEWAY EAST BAYSHORE ROAD BAYSHORE FREEWAY WEST BAYSHORE ROAD KE NNE TH DRIVE BAYSHORE FRE EWAY WEST BAYSHORE ROAD BAYSHORE FREEWAY ELWELL COURT RIVE GREER ROAD LOMA VERDE AVENUE GREER ROAD LOMA VERDE AVENUE KENNETH DRIVE MORRIS DRIVE BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY EAST BAYSHORE ROADBAYSHORE FREEWAY WEST BAYSHORE ROAD MADDUX DRIVE EAST BAYSHORE ROAD WEST BAYSHORE ROAD RT IVE WEST BAYSHORE ROAD THOMAS DRIVE VERNON TERRACE MADDUX DRIVE EAST BAYSHORE ROAD WEST BAYSHORE ROAD BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY EAST BAYSHORE ROAD BAYSHORE FREEWAY BAYSHORE FREEWAY GREER R OA D G R E E R R O A D Fallen Leaf Street Berryessa Street Boronda Lane Tahoe Lane Lake Avenue Donner Lane Almanor Lane This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. 0'400' CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto ehochst, 2026-03-05 13:07:44 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) FY 2 0 2 6 O v e r l a y P r o j e c t Item 9Attachment A - Project Map Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 452 of 1165 FY2026 Street Resurfacing Project Attachment B Bid Summary UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST BID ITEMS FOR STREET RESURFACING 1 AC Overlay 1/2":8,955 TON $ 150.00 1,343,250.00$ $ 145.00 1,298,475.00$ $ 130.00 1,164,150.00$ $ 145.00 1,298,475.00$ 157.05$ 1,406,382.75$ 132.00$ 1,182,060.00$ 2 PCC Base Repairs:7,809 SF $30.00 234,270.00$ $ 28.00 218,652.00$ $35.00 273,315.00$ $30.00 234,270.00$ 25.07$ 195,771.63$ 30.00$ 234,270.00$ 3 AC Milling: 459,052 SF $0.85 390,194.20$ $0.50 229,526.00$ $1.00 459,052.00$ $0.80 367,241.60$ 0.98$ 449,870.96$ 0.75$ 344,289.00$ 4 Crack Sealing:13,000 LF $2.00 26,000.00$ $1.00 13,000.00$ $0.74 9,620.00$ $1.00 13,000.00$ 0.78$ 10,140.00$ 1.75$ 22,750.00$ 5 Interlayer Membrane:3,000 LF $8.00 24,000.00$ $6.00 18,000.00$ $3.50 10,500.00$ $5.00 15,000.00$ 10.90$ 32,700.00$ 20.00$ 60,000.00$ 6 Reset Utility Box:77 EA $ 900.00 69,300.00$ $ 1,080.00 83,160.00$ $ 1,100.00 84,700.00$ $ 400.00 30,800.00$ 1,308.00$ 100,716.00$ 1,200.00$ 92,400.00$ 7 Reset Manhole:29 EA $ 1,200.00 34,800.00$ $ 1,300.00 37,700.00$ $ 1,300.00 37,700.00$ $ 400.00 11,600.00$ 1,308.00$ 37,932.00$ 1,400.00$ 40,600.00$ 8 Recycling of Inert Solid Materials:14,000 TON $4.00 56,000.00$ $1.00 14,000.00$ $1.00 14,000.00$ $0.50 7,000.00$ 4.36$ 61,040.00$ 7.50$ 105,000.00$ 9 Inert recycling containing petromat:4,000 TON $18.00 72,000.00$ $1.00 4,000.00$ $4.00 16,000.00$ $1.00 4,000.00$ 11.99$ 47,960.00$ 10.00$ 40,000.00$ 10 Reset Catch Basin:10 EA $ 400.00 4,000.00$ $ 3,000.00 30,000.00$ $ 3,100.00 31,000.00$ $ 3,100.00 31,000.00$ 3,150.00$ 31,500.00$ 3,500.00$ 35,000.00$ 11 Type B curb with 3' exposed gutter pan:1,073 LF $ 160.00 171,680.00$ $ 160.00 171,680.00$ $ 160.00 171,680.00$ $ 170.00 182,410.00$ 168.00$ 180,264.00$ 185.00$ 198,505.00$ 12 Type A vertical curb with 1' buried gutter pan:87 LF $ 130.00 11,310.00$ $ 120.00 10,440.00$ $ 120.00 10,440.00$ $ 126.00 10,962.00$ 126.00$ 10,962.00$ 140.00$ 12,180.00$ 13 Type A vertical curb with 1' exposed gutter pan:38 LF $ 130.00 4,940.00$ $ 120.00 4,560.00$ $ 120.00 4,560.00$ $ 126.00 4,788.00$ 126.00$ 4,788.00$ 140.00$ 5,320.00$ 14 Type A vertical curb with 2' exposed gutter pan:401 LF $ 150.00 60,150.00$ $ 140.00 56,140.00$ $ 140.00 56,140.00$ $ 147.00 58,947.00$ 147.00$ 58,947.00$ 160.00$ 64,160.00$ 15 Type A vertical curb with 3' exposed gutter pan:876 LF $ 170.00 148,920.00$ $ 160.00 140,160.00$ $ 160.00 140,160.00$ $ 170.00 148,920.00$ 168.00$ 147,168.00$ 185.00$ 162,060.00$ 16 Type A vertical curb with 6' exposed gutter pan:491 LF $ 210.00 103,110.00$ $ 190.00 93,290.00$ $ 190.00 93,290.00$ $ 200.00 98,200.00$ 199.50$ 97,954.50$ 220.00$ 108,020.00$ 17 Brickwork/Pavers Specialty Finishes:205 SF $35.00 7,175.00$ $ 25.00 5,125.00$ $25.00 5,125.00$ $27.00 5,535.00$ 27.25$ 5,586.25$ 28.00$ 5,740.00$ 18 Concrete Sidewalk:7,654 SF $26.00 199,004.00$ $ 24.00 183,696.00$ $24.00 183,696.00$ $26.00 199,004.00$ 25.20$ 192,880.80$ 28.00$ 214,312.00$ 19 Concrete Driveway:2,402 SF $28.00 67,256.00$ $ 27.00 64,854.00$ $27.00 64,854.00$ $28.00 67,256.00$ 28.35$ 68,096.70$ 32.00$ 76,864.00$ 20 Valley gutter 4' wide:53 LF $ 200.00 10,600.00$ $ 180.00 9,540.00$ $ 180.00 9,540.00$ $ 190.00 10,070.00$ 189.00$ 10,017.00$ 210.00$ 11,130.00$ 21 Type A Curb Ramp:1 EA $ 7,000.00 7,000.00$ $ 5,800.00 5,800.00$ $ 6,000.00 6,000.00$ $ 6,100.00 6,100.00$ 6,090.00$ 6,090.00$ 8,000.00$ 8,000.00$ 22 Type C Curb Ramp:31 EA $ 6,000.00 186,000.00$ $ 5,800.00 179,800.00$ $ 6,000.00 186,000.00$ $ 6,100.00 189,100.00$ 6,090.00$ 188,790.00$ 8,000.00$ 248,000.00$ 23 Thermoplastic Paving Legends:130 EA $90.00 11,700.00$ $ 120.00 15,600.00$ $ 120.00 15,600.00$ $ 130.00 16,900.00$ 126.00$ 16,380.00$ 130.00$ 16,900.00$ 24 Green Thermoplastic:130 SF $25.00 3,250.00$ $ 45.00 5,850.00$ $45.00 5,850.00$ $50.00 6,500.00$ 47.25$ 6,142.50$ 50.00$ 6,500.00$ 25 Thermo Striping, 4" White:856 LF $4.00 3,424.00$ $5.00 4,280.00$ $5.00 4,280.00$ $5.00 4,280.00$ 4.88$ 4,177.28$ 5.00$ 4,280.00$ 26 Thermo Striping, 6" White:350 LF $6.00 2,100.00$ $7.00 2,450.00$ $7.00 2,450.00$ $8.00 2,800.00$ 7.35$ 2,572.50$ 8.00$ 2,800.00$ 27 Thermo Striping, 8" White:585 LF $8.00 4,680.00$ $ 10.00 5,850.00$ $9.00 5,265.00$ $10.00 5,850.00$ 9.82$ 5,744.70$ 10.00$ 5,850.00$ 28 Thermo Striping, 12" White:2,621 LF $12.00 31,452.00$ $ 10.00 26,210.00$ $10.00 26,210.00$ $11.00 28,831.00$ 10.50$ 27,520.50$ 11.00$ 28,831.00$ 29 Thermo Striping, 24" White:770 LF $20.00 15,400.00$ $ 20.00 15,400.00$ $20.00 15,400.00$ $22.00 16,940.00$ 21.00$ 16,170.00$ 22.00$ 16,940.00$ 30 Thermo Striping, 4" Yellow:40 LF $4.00 160.00$ $5.00 200.00$ $5.00 200.00$ $5.00 200.00$ 4.88$ 195.20$ 5.00$ 200.00$ 31 Thermo Striping, 8" Yellow:72 LF $8.00 576.00$ $ 10.00 720.00$ $10.00 720.00$ $10.00 720.00$ 9.82$ 707.04$ 10.00$ 720.00$ 32 Thermo Striping, 12" Yellow:733 LF $12.00 8,796.00$ $ 10.00 7,330.00$ $10.00 7,330.00$ $11.00 8,063.00$ 10.50$ 7,696.50$ 11.00$ 8,063.00$ 33 Thermo Striping, 24" Yellow:500 LF $20.00 10,000.00$ $ 20.00 10,000.00$ $20.00 10,000.00$ $22.00 11,000.00$ 21.00$ 10,500.00$ 22.00$ 11,000.00$ 34 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 1:355 LF $5.00 1,775.00$ $4.00 1,420.00$ $4.00 1,420.00$ $4.00 1,420.00$ 3.83$ 1,359.65$ 4.00$ 1,420.00$ 35 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 2:2,300 LF $5.00 11,500.00$ $4.50 10,350.00$ $4.00 9,200.00$ $5.00 11,500.00$ 4.62$ 10,626.00$ 5.00$ 11,500.00$ 36 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 8:150 LF $5.00 750.00$ $4.00 600.00$ $4.00 600.00$ $4.00 600.00$ 3.83$ 574.50$ 4.00$ 600.00$ 37 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 9:4,620 LF $5.00 23,100.00$ $4.40 20,328.00$ $4.00 18,480.00$ $5.00 23,100.00$ 4.62$ 21,344.40$ 5.00$ 23,100.00$ 38 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 16:850 LF $8.00 6,800.00$ $8.80 7,480.00$ $9.00 7,650.00$ $9.00 7,650.00$ 9.24$ 7,854.00$ 10.00$ 8,500.00$ 39 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 21:864 LF $5.00 4,320.00$ $7.50 6,480.00$ $7.00 6,048.00$ $8.00 6,912.00$ 7.67$ 6,626.88$ 8.00$ 6,912.00$ 40 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 22:3,695 LF $6.00 22,170.00$ $9.00 33,255.00$ $9.00 33,255.00$ $9.00 33,255.00$ 9.24$ 34,141.80$ 10.00$ 36,950.00$ 41 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 23:1,840 LF $10.00 18,400.00$ $9.00 16,560.00$ $9.00 16,560.00$ $10.00 18,400.00$ 9.45$ 17,388.00$ 10.00$ 18,400.00$ 42 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 27B:245 LF $6.00 1,470.00$ $4.00 980.00$ $4.00 980.00$ $4.00 980.00$ 3.83$ 938.35$ 4.00$ 980.00$ 43 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 31:60 LF $8.00 480.00$ $ 15.00 900.00$ $15.00 900.00$ $15.00 900.00$ 15.38$ 922.80$ 16.00$ 960.00$ 44 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 36:300 LF $8.00 2,400.00$ $5.50 1,650.00$ $5.00 1,500.00$ $6.00 1,800.00$ 5.78$ 1,734.00$ 6.00$ 1,800.00$ 45 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 37:120 LF $8.00 960.00$ $5.00 600.00$ $5.00 600.00$ $6.00 720.00$ 5.41$ 649.20$ 5.80$ 696.00$ 46 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 38:245 LF $5.00 1,225.00$ $6.00 1,470.00$ $5.00 1,225.00$ $6.00 1,470.00$ 5.78$ 1,416.10$ 6.00$ 1,470.00$ 47 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 39/39A:2,040 LF $2.50 5,100.00$ $4.00 8,160.00$ $4.00 8,160.00$ $4.00 8,160.00$ 3.83$ 7,813.20$ 4.00$ 8,160.00$ 48 Thermo Striping, Caltrans Detail 40:160 LF $8.00 1,280.00$ $4.00 640.00$ $4.00 640.00$ $4.00 640.00$ 3.83$ 612.80$ 4.00$ 640.00$ 49 Thermo Striping, White Curb:18 LF $10.00 180.00$ $6.00 108.00$ $6.00 108.00$ $7.00 126.00$ 6.30$ 113.40$ 6.50$ 117.00$ 50 Thermo Striping, Red Curb:131 LF $10.00 1,310.00$ $6.00 786.00$ $6.00 786.00$ $7.00 917.00$ 6.30$ 825.30$ 6.50$ 851.50$ 51 Blue Pavement Markers:22 EA $35.00 770.00$ $ 25.00 550.00$ $25.00 550.00$ $30.00 660.00$ 26.25$ 577.50$ 28.00$ 616.00$ 52 Remove and Reinstall Bollard:6 EA $ 1,000.00 6,000.00$ $ 1,150.00 6,900.00$ $ 1,150.00 6,900.00$ $ 1,300.00 7,800.00$ 1,207.50$ 7,245.00$ 1,250.00$ 7,500.00$ 53 Traffic loops:14 EA $ 6,500.00 91,000.00$ $ 550.00 7,700.00$ $ 500.00 7,000.00$ $ 600.00 8,400.00$ 577.50$ 8,085.00$ 600.00$ 8,400.00$ 54 Traffic Control:1 LS $ 50,000.00 50,000.00$ $ 502,497.00 502,497.00$ $ 373,627.00 373,627.00$ $ 190,000.00 190,000.00$ 259,747.00$ 259,747.00$ 219,950.00$ 219,950.00$ 55 Notices: 1 LS $ 2,000.00 2,000.00$ $ 20,386.00 20,386.00$ $ 8,000.00 8,000.00$ $ 21,000.00 21,000.00$ 21,800.00$ 21,800.00$ 20,000.00$ 20,000.00$ 56 Utility Tie Out Drawings:1 LS $ 1,000.00 1,000.00$ $ 3,000.00 3,000.00$ $ 10,000.00 10,000.00$ $ 5,000.00 5,000.00$ 5,450.00$ 5,450.00$ 1,800.00$ 1,800.00$ 57 Tree Trimming:21 HRS $ 500.00 10,500.00$ $ 400.00 8,400.00$ $ 380.00 7,980.00$ $ 400.00 8,400.00$ 545.00$ 11,445.00$ 550.00$ 11,550.00$ 58 Misc. Transportation Improvements:1 LS $ 50,000.00 50,000.00$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,636,987.20$ 3,626,688.00$ 3,646,996.00$ 3,455,572.60$ 3,872,653.69$ 3,765,616.50$ UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST UNIT COST TOTAL COST BID ITEMS FOR ADOBE CREEK TRAIL 1 Add Alt 1. Bid Total 1 LS $ 290,115.00 290,115.00$ $ 399,091.00 399,091.00$ $ 350,000.00 350,000.00$ $ 347,000.00 347,000.00$ 290,000.00$ 290,000.00$ 330,197.00$ 330,197.00$ 290,115.00$ 399,091.00$ 350,000.00$ 347,000.00$ 290,000.00$ 330,197.00$ BID ITEM DESCRIPTION APPROX. QTY UNIT RADIUSDeSILVA GATES CONSTRUCTIONA TEICHERT & SONS INTERSTATE GRADING & PAVINGO'GRADY PAVING -5%6%4% 14% Under Over Over Under Over ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE Under Base Bid Total (Items 001 through 049) -0.28%0.28% Over ALT 1 BID ITEM DESCRIPTION APPROX. QTY UNIT ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE ALT 1 Bid Total (Item 001) 38%21%20%-0.04% Over Over Over Item 9Attachment B - BidSummary Item 9: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 453 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: IT Department Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2605-6393 TITLE Approval of Amendment Number 1 to Purchase Order C26195416 with Carahsoft in the Amount of $375,246 for Additional SAP Business Data Cloud Capacity Units and Related Non- Productive Memory Extension; CEQA Status - Not a Project RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to Purchase Order C26195416 with Carahsoft for additional SAP Business Data Cloud capacity and related non-productive memory extension in an amount not to exceed $375,246 for the Enterprise Resource Planning Upgrade 2026 Project, Capital Improvement Program Project TE-19000. This amendment results in a revised total purchase order not-to-exceed amount of $7,011,075 over a five-year term. BACKGROUND On September 16, 2025, the Finance Committee reviewed staff’s recommendation to approve Purchase Order C26195416 with Carahsoft, using GSA Blanket Purchase Agreement Contract No. 47QSWA18D008F1, for SAP S/4HANA software and hosting services for a 5-year term in an amount not to exceed $6,640,429, together with a $1,660,000 FY 2026 Technology Fund appropriation for the Enterprise Resource Planning Upgrade 2026 Project (TE-19000). The Finance Committee unanimously recommended City Council approval, acknowledging the importance of remaining on a fully supported platform and acting before the end of September to secure a transformation incentive credit to support City’s migration to SAP Cloud Services2. On September 29, 2025, the City Council approved Purchase Order C26195416 for the 5-year term ending December 31, 2030. City has used SAP as its core ERP system since 2003 to support 1 GSA Contract 47QSWA18D008F: https://www.gsaadvantage.gov/ref_text/47QSWA18D008F/100V5C.3VR800_47QSWA18D008F_47QSWA18D008F 11-24-2024-565316.PDF 2 September 16, 2025 Finance Committee Staff Report: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=64844&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&cr=1 Item 10 Item 10 Staff Report Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 454 of 1165 Finance, Human Resources, Payroll, Procurement, Budgeting, and Utilities, and previously upgraded the platform in 2021. Because SAP support for the City’s current ERP platform ends on January 1, 2028, City initiated this modernization effort to transition to SAP S/4HANA and related cloud services5. ANALYSIS Table #1: Cost Summary (December 31, 2025 – December 30, 2030) Year Annual Cost Previously Approved by City Council Annual Cost of Additional SAP Cloud Services From August 1, 2026 Subtotal 1 $1,643,281 $35,314 $1,678,595 2 $1,643,899 $84,983 $1,728,882 3 $1,643,899 $84,983 $1,728,882 4 $1,643,899 $84,983 $1,728,882 5 $1,643,899 $84,983 $1,728,882 5-Yr Total $8,218,878 $375,245 $8,594,124 Cloud Credit/Transformation Incentive $1,583,053 $1,583,053 Total After Cloud Credit $6,635,825 $7,011,070 5 September 29, 2025 City Council Staff Report: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/administrative- services/budget-adjustments-and-monitoring/fy26-budget-adjustments/cmr-2509-5240-aa1-9.29.25.pdf Item 10 Item 10 Staff Report Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 455 of 1165 current SAP platform before vendor support ends on January 1, 2028 and to maintain a secure, supported, modern enterprise platform. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 10 Item 10 Staff Report Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 456 of 1165 GOVERNMENT - PRICE QUOTATION SAP GOVERNMENT AT CARAHSOFT 11493 SUNSET HILLS ROAD | SUITE 100 | RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 PHONE (703) 871-8500 | FAX (703) 871-8505 | TOLL FREE (888) 66CARAH WWW.CARAHSOFT.COM | SAP@CARAHSOFT.COM TO:Sherrie Wong Senior Management Analyst City of Palo Alto 250 Hamilton Avenue 2nd Floor Palo Alto, CA 94301 USA EMAIL:sherrie.wong@cityofpaloalto.org PHONE: (650) 617-3152 FROM:Martin Tamula Carahsoft Technology Corp. 11493 Sunset Hills Road Suite 100 Reston, Virginia 20190 EMAIL:Martin.Tamula@carahsoft.com PHONE: (571) 662-4389 TERMS:GSA Schedule No: 47QSWA18D008F Term: August 22, 2018 - August 21, 2028 FTIN: 52-2189693 Shipping Point: FOB Destination Credit Cards: VISA/MasterCard/AMEX Remit To: Same as Above Payment Terms: Net 30 (On Approved Credit) Cage Code: 1P3C5 DUNS No: 088365767 UEI: DT8KJHZXVJH5 Business Size: Other than Small Sales Tax May Apply QUOTE NO:64694612 QUOTE DATE:05/28/2026 QUOTE EXPIRES:06/30/2026 RFQ NO: SHIPPING:ESD TOTAL PRICE:$35,313.56 TOTAL QUOTE:$35,313.56 LINE NO.PART NO.DESCRIPTION -QUOTE PRICE QTY EXTENDED PRICE PRORATED BASE YEAR 1 8019271-1-infinite-611 SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 1 Capacity Unit; Minimum of 640 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8019271-1-infinite Start Date: 08/01/2026 End Date: 12/30/2026 Reference ID: 3063590188 $4.1335 GSA 6,956 $28,752.63 2 8011727-1-Infinite-611 SAP Cloud, memory extension for non-productive tiers, private edition (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 256 Gigabyte; Minimum of 1 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8011727-1-Infinite Start Date: 08/01/2026 End Date: 12/30/2026 Reference ID: 3063590188 $6,560.93 GSA 1 $6,560.93 PRORATED BASE YEAR SUBTOTAL:$35,313.56 SUBTOTAL:$35,313.56 TOTAL PRICE:$35,313.56 TOTAL QUOTE:$35,313.56 SUGGESTED OPTIONS LINE NO.PART NO.DESCRIPTION -QUOTE PRICE QTY EXTENDED PRICE OPTION YEAR 1 3 8019271-1-infinite-611 SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 1 Capacity Unit; Minimum of 640 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8019271-1-infinite Start Date: 12/31/2026 End Date: 12/30/2027 Reference ID: 3063590188 $9.9473 GSA 6,956 $69,193.42 CONFIDENTIAL PAGE 1 of 3 QUOTE DATE:05/28/2026 QUOTE NO:64694612 Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 457 of 1165 GOVERNMENT - PRICE QUOTATION SAP GOVERNMENT AT CARAHSOFT 11493 SUNSET HILLS ROAD | SUITE 100 | RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 PHONE (703) 871-8500 | FAX (703) 871-8505 | TOLL FREE (888) 66CARAH WWW.CARAHSOFT.COM | SAP@CARAHSOFT.COM SUGGESTED OPTIONS LINE NO.PART NO.DESCRIPTION -QUOTE PRICE QTY EXTENDED PRICE 4 8011727-1-Infinite-611 SAP Cloud, memory extension for non-productive tiers, private edition (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 256 Gigabyte; Minimum of 1 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8011727-1-Infinite Start Date: 12/31/2026 End Date: 12/30/2027 $15,789.47 GSA 1 $15,789.47 OPTION YEAR 1 SUBTOTAL:$84,982.89 OPTION YEAR 2 5 8019271-1-infinite-611 SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 1 Capacity Unit; Minimum of 640 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8019271-1-infinite Start Date: 12/31/2027 End Date: 12/30/2028 Reference ID: 3063590188 $9.9473 GSA 6,956 $69,193.42 6 8011727-1-Infinite-611 SAP Cloud, memory extension for non-productive tiers, private edition (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 256 Gigabyte; Minimum of 1 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8011727-1-Infinite Start Date: 12/31/2027 End Date: 12/30/2028 $15,789.47 GSA 1 $15,789.47 OPTION YEAR 2 SUBTOTAL:$84,982.89 OPTION YEAR 3 7 8019271-1-infinite-611 SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 1 Capacity Unit; Minimum of 640 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8019271-1-infinite Start Date: 12/31/2028 End Date: 12/30/2029 Reference ID: 3063590188 $9.9473 GSA 6,956 $69,193.42 8 8011727-1-Infinite-611 SAP Cloud, memory extension for non-productive tiers, private edition (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 256 Gigabyte; Minimum of 1 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8011727-1-Infinite Start Date: 12/31/2028 End Date: 12/30/2029 $15,789.47 GSA 1 $15,789.47 OPTION YEAR 3 SUBTOTAL:$84,982.89 OPTION YEAR 4 9 8019271-1-infinite-611 SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 1 Capacity Unit; Minimum of 640 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8019271-1-infinite Start Date: 12/31/2029 End Date: 12/30/2030 Reference ID: 3063590188 $9.9473 GSA 6,956 $69,193.42 10 8011727-1-Infinite-611 SAP Cloud, memory extension for non-productive tiers, private edition (1-Infinite Tier; Block Of 256 Gigabyte; Minimum of 1 Block; Per Year) SAP Industries, Inc. - 8011727-1-Infinite Start Date: 12/31/2029 End Date: 12/30/2030 $15,789.47 GSA 1 $15,789.47 OPTION YEAR 4 SUBTOTAL:$84,982.89 SUGGESTED OPTIONS SUBTOTAL:$339,931.56 CONFIDENTIAL PAGE 2 of 3 QUOTE DATE:05/28/2026 QUOTE NO:64694612 Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 458 of 1165 GOVERNMENT - PRICE QUOTATION SAP GOVERNMENT AT CARAHSOFT 11493 SUNSET HILLS ROAD | SUITE 100 | RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 PHONE (703) 871-8500 | FAX (703) 871-8505 | TOLL FREE (888) 66CARAH WWW.CARAHSOFT.COM | SAP@CARAHSOFT.COM Quote Terms: By issuing a Purchase Order that references Carahsoft Quote Number 64694612 and GSA MAS 8F: 47QSWA18D008F, The City of Palo Alto agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined below. The City of Palo Alto's access to and use of the SAP Cloud Services, and SAP's obligations thereto, are subject to the following, which are collectively referred to as the "Customer Cloud Agreement", and which are given priority in the order listed: 1) Appendix A - Additional Terms 2) Exhibit 1 - End User Selected SAP BW Capacity Services 3) Exhibit 2 - End User Selected SAP MDG Capacity Services 4) SAP Cloud Supplement http://www.sap.com/agreements-cloud-supplement 5) Support Schedule for Cloud Services http://www.sap.com/agreements-cloud-support 6) Service Level Agreement for Cloud Services http://www.sap.com/agreements-cloud-service-level-agreement 7) Data Processing Agreement for Cloud Services https://static.carahsoft.com/concrete/files/5517/0293/2214/SAP_GTC_Cloud_DPA_and_DPA_GSA_Approved_10.3.23.pdf 8) General Terms and Conditions for SAP Cloud Services (for GSA Indirect Sales) https://static.carahsoft.com/concrete/files/5517/0293/2214/SAP_GTC_Cloud_DPA_and_DPA_GSA_Approved_10.3.23.pdf CONFIDENTIAL PAGE 3 of 3 QUOTE DATE:05/28/2026 QUOTE NO:64694612 Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 459 of 1165 Appendix A - Additional Terms 1. Subscription Cloud Services 1.1 Application This Section applies only to Subscription Cloud Services as defined below. 1.2 Specific Definitions 1.2.1 “Subscription Cloud Services” means all Cloud Services subscribed to under this Carahsoft Quote, except for CPEA Cloud Services, Cloud Platform Voucher, BTPEA Cloud Services and AI Units, if any. 1.2.2 “Excess Use” means any use of a Subscription Cloud Service that exceeds the Usage Metrics and Usage Metric Limitation/Volume stated in this Carahsoft Quote. 1.3. Excess Use In case of Excess Use, Customer shall execute an additional Carahsoft Quote to document subscriptions for such additional Usage Metric, Usage Metric Limitation/Volume. Customer shall pay for Excess Use based on Carahsoft’s prices effective on the date the Excess Use began. Fees for Excess Use accrue from the date the Excess Use began. 1.4 Fee Changes 1.4.1 Carahsoft may increase fees for the Cloud Services at the beginning of each Renewal Term. This increase will not exceed 3.3%. Not raising fees is not a waiver of Carahsoft’s right to do so. 2. Cloud Credit 2.1 Provided Carahsoft is not in default on any payments to SAP relating to the End User, SAP grants Carahsoft for the benefit of the End User a credit in the amount set out in Carahsoft Quote under “Customer Credit” subject to the following conditions: 2.2 Carahsoft may apply the credit, for the benefit of the End User, to satisfy payment obligations for the fees invoiced by the Expiration Date of the Carahsoft Quote. 2.3 Customer must apply the credit before the Expiration Date (identified in Carahsoft Quote); 2.4 if the credit is not fully applied before the Expiration Date, no refund or other remuneration will be provided; 2.5 if the fees exceed the amount of the credit, Customer will pay the excess fees in accordance with the payment terms of the respective Carahsoft Quote; 2.6 The credit cannot be applied towards the purchase of development services, development support services, attach services, SAP learning nor can it be used to off-set any travel expenses; 2.7 SAP reserves the right to reject the Carahsoft Quote, if the Carahsoft has not provided the End User acknowledgement letter duly signed. 2.8 Carahsoft must extend this credit to End User in full and at no charge, SAP may have the right to Audit Partner to verify. Customer Credit Credit Title Expiration Date Amount in USD Credit this Order Form - CCCL 07/31/2028 58,470.12 3. Additional Terms Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 460 of 1165 The Agreement is subject to the following modifications: 3.1 Product Development Schedule The Product Development Schedule published at http://sap.com/agreements-cloud-product-development-schedule is incorporated into and becomes an integral part of the Carahsoft Quote. 3.2 Publicity SAP may include Customer's name and subscribed Cloud Services in SAP customer lists and earnings communications. 3.3 Additional Terms for SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity 3.3.1 Management of End User Capacity Service Selection and SAP Provisioning and Delivery End User’s selection of specific Capacity Services from those available with the SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity Cloud Service (as set forth in the SAP Business Data Cloud Supplement) and SAP’s provisioning and delivery thereof (all subject to the Usage Metric Limitation and Subscription Term for the SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity Cloud Service) will be documented and managed using: (a) for Capacity Services (other than SAP BW Capacity Services and SAP MDG Capacity Services), the customer portal found at https://me.sap.com/home (inclusive of any successor site(s) made available by SAP, “SAP for Me”) will be used; (b) for SAP BW Capacity Services, “Exhibit 1, End User Selected SAP BW Capacity Services”, which is incorporated herein and made a part hereof as “Exhibit 1” to the Carahsoft Quote; and (c) for SAP MDG Capacity Services, “Exhibit 2, End User Selected SAP MDG Capacity Services”, which is incorporated herein and made a part hereof as “Exhibit 2” to the Carahsoft Quote. For purposes of clarity, if End User does not select any SAP BW Capacity Services and/or SAP MDG Capacity Services as of the effective date of the Carahsoft Quote: (i) only a “shell” (i.e., blank other than header detail) Exhibit 1 and/or Exhibit 2 (as applicable) will be included as of the effective date of this Carahsoft Quote; (ii) should End User subsequently (i.e., during the Subscription Term) desire any SAP BW Capacity Services and/or SAP MDG Capacity Services, Customer will notify SAP of the same and the parties will work in good faith to complete the Exhibit 1 and/or Exhibit 2 shell(s) (as applicable) and contractually implement the same; and (iii) no SAP BW Capacity Services or SAP MDG Capacity Services will be provisioned or delivered until the requirements in (ii) are complete. 3.3.2. Regarding SAP BW Capacity Services and SAP MDG Capacity Services Provisioning and availability of SAP BW Capacity Services and SAP MDG Capacity Services may be delayed beyond the Product Start Date for SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity. Applicable product start dates for SAP BW Capacity Services and SAP MDG Capacity Services, if any, will be as set forth in the applicable Exhibit(s). 3.3.3. Regarding SAP Databricks Capacity Services (all of which are non-SAP developed cloud services) 3.3.3.1. Special Terms Applicable to SAP Databricks Capacity Services Notwithstanding anything in the Agreement to the contrary, the following special terms apply to all SAP Databricks Capacity Services in the SAP Business Data Cloud Supplement (excluding the SAP4ME administrative and support services): 3.3.3.1.1. End User has the option to consume SAP Databricks Capacity Services, provided that End User first accepts a separate agreement with Databricks (“Databricks Agreement”), which is provided for acceptance during Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 461 of 1165 provisioning of the SAP Databricks Capacity Services. A reference copy of the Databricks Agreement is available for preview at https://www.databricks.com/legal/sap-databricks-tos. End User has no entitlement to and cannot use the SAP Databricks Capacity Services if it does not enter into a Databricks Agreement. 3.3.3.1.2. SAP is not a party to the Databricks Agreement and has no control over the Databricks Agreement. 3.3.3.1.3 The following subject matter is governed exclusively by the Databricks Agreement: (a) all data protection obligations applicable to processing of Personal Data by or within SAP Databricks Capacity Services; and (b) all administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect the security and confidentiality of SAP Databricks Capacity Services and the Databricks Customer Data. “Databricks Customer Data” means any Customer Data processed by or within SAP Databricks Capacity Services. 3.3.3.1.4. For clarity, the DPA and SAP Product Development Schedule in the Agreement with Carahsoft do not apply to SAP Databricks Capacity Services. 3.3.3.1.5. Carahsoft is not a processor or subprocessor of any Personal Data by or within SAP Databricks Capacity Services, and Carahsoft is not responsible for any processing of Personal Data by Databricks, or for Databricks complying with any data protection or privacy laws applicable to Personal Data. 3.3.3.1.6. The Security Measures of the SAP Cloud Services apply to SAP Cloud Services independently processing Customer Data outside of SAP Databricks Capacity Services, and do not apply to SAP Databricks Capacity Services. Carahsoft is not responsible for providing or maintaining any security or technical and organizational measures of any kind for SAP Databricks Capacity Services or Databricks Customer Data in SAP Databricks Capacity Services. The security and data protection commitments for SAP Databricks Capacity Services and Databricks Customer Data are made solely between End User and Databricks pursuant to the Databricks Agreement. References to SAP Cloud Services in this section do not include SAP Databricks Capacity Services. 3.3.3.1.7. All responsibility, liability, any regulatory requirements, and allocation of risk for Databricks Customer Data in SAP Databricks Capacity Services are exclusively between End User and Databricks pursuant to the Databricks Agreement, and Carahsoft has no responsibility or liability for damages of any kind relating to Databricks Customer Data in SAP Databricks Capacity Services except to the extent caused by Carahsoft. 3.3.3.1.8. Electing to use SAP Databricks Capacity Services is an option for customers with a subscription for the SAP Business Data Cloud, core capacity Cloud Service; Customer does not have any right of refund on the basis that End User has elected not to enter into the Databricks Agreement to use SAP Databricks Capacity Services. 3.3.3.1.9. If Databricks notifies SAP that it is terminating the Databricks Agreement due to a material uncured breach by End User, End User’s subscription to all SAP Databricks Capacity Services will automatically terminate upon the termination effective date of the Databricks Agreement and Databricks will de-activate End User’s access to all SAP Databricks Capacity Services. End User will not be entitled to a refund or reduction of the Capacity Units as a result of an SAP Databricks Capacity Services termination, but End User may instead allocate the remaining balance of the Capacity Units to consume other eligible non-SAP Databricks Capacity Services as set forth in the SAP Business Data Cloud Supplemental Terms. 3.3.3.1.10. Without limiting the foregoing, no term in the Databricks Agreement will be deemed to modify the Agreement or any other agreement between Customer and Carahsoft, unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing by Carahsoft. 4. Export Restrictions Further information on SAP's Export Control and Sanctions Compliance can be found at: https://www.sap.com/about/agreements/export-statements.html. 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DEFINITIONS 1.1. “Credit” means 2% of the Monthly Subscription Fees for the affected subscription-based Cloud Service or the monthly Cloud Credits (as defined in the Order Form) consumed for the affected consumption-based Cloud Service, for each 1% below the System Availability SLA, not to exceed 100% of the fees paid or Cloud Credit consumed by the Customer for the relevant Month for the affected Cloud Service. 1.2. “Downtime” means the Total Minutes in the Month during which the production version of the Cloud Service is not available, except for Excluded Downtimes. 1.3. “Excluded Downtime” means the Total Minutes in the Month attributable to a Maintenance Window; or any Major Upgrade Window for which the Customer has been notified at least 5 business days in advance; or unavailability caused by factors outside of SAP’s reasonable control, such as unpredictable and unforeseeable events that could not have been avoided even if reasonable care had been exercised. 1.4. “Maintenance Window” means the weekly maintenance windows for the Cloud Service identified on https://support.sap.com/maintenance-windows. SAP may update the Maintenance Window from time to time in accordance with the Agreement. 1.5. “Major Upgrade Window” means the extended upgrade maintenance windows for the Cloud Service identified on https://support.sap.com/maintenance-windows. SAP may update the Major Upgrade Window from time to time in accordance with the Agreement. 1.6. “Month” means a calendar month. 1.7. “Monthly Subscription Fees” means the monthly (or 1/12 of the annual fee) subscription fees paid for the applicable Cloud Service which did not meet the System Availability SLA. 1.8. “System Availability Percentage” is calculated and defined as follows: � Total Minutes in the Month−Excluded Downtime − Downtime Total Minutes in the Month−Excluded Downtime �∗100 1.9. “System Availability SLA” means a 99.7% System Availability Percentage during each Month for the production version of the Cloud Service. 1.10. “Total Minutes in the Month” are measured 24 hours at 7 days per week during a Month. 1.11. “UTC” means Coordinated Universal Time standard is the start time for the applicable Maintenance Window and Major Upgrade Window. 2. SYSTEM AVAILABILITY SLA AND CREDITS 2.1. Credit If SAP fails to meet the System Availability SLA for a particular Month, Customer may claim a Credit, which Customer may apply to a future invoice for the Cloud Service that did not meet the System Availability SLA (subject to Sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 below). 2.1.1. Claims for a Credit must be made in good faith and through a documented submission of a support case within 30 business days after the end of the relevant Month in which SAP did not meet the System Availability SLA for the Cloud Service. 2.1.2. Customers who have not subscribed to the Cloud Service directly from SAP must claim the Credit from their applicable SAP partner. 2.2. System Availability Report SAP will provide Customer with a monthly report describing the System Availability Percentage for the Cloud Service either by email following a request to Customer’s assigned SAP account manager; through the Cloud Service; or through an online portal made available to Customer, if and when such online portal is available. 3. CHANGES TO WINDOWS 3.1. SAP shall provide Customer 1 month’s advance notice before changing its Maintenance and Major Upgrade Windows (unless such change is a reduction in the duration of the applicable Maintenance or Major Upgrade Windows). If Customer wishes to be notified of changes to Maintenance Windows and Major Upgrade Windows via email, it must subscribe to receive notifications at https://support.sap.com/maintenance-windows. Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 478 of 1165 Support Schedule for Cloud Services enGLOBAL.v.07-2025 Page 1 of 6 SUPPORT SCHEDULE FOR CLOUD SERVICES This Support Schedule is part of the Agreement for Cloud Services between SAP and Customer. 1. DEFINITIONS 1.1. "Go-Live" marks the point in time from when, after set-up of the Cloud Services for Customer, the Cloud Services can be used by Customer for processing real data in live operation mode and for running Customer's internal business operations in accordance with its agreement for such Cloud Services. 1.2. "Local Business Hours" means 8 a.m. (08:00) to 6 p.m. (18:00) Monday to Friday excluding local holidays, in accordance with local time zone applicable to the Customer's address. 1.3. "SAP's Customer Support Website" means SAP's customer facing support website (see: https://support.sap.com unless a different support website is listed in the Agreement or https://support.sap.com/contactus). In selected Cloud Services, support can also be accessed via the application itself. 2. SCOPE OF SUPPORT AND SUCCESS OFFERINGS 2.1. General 2.1.1. SAP offers the following: a) SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions: Foundational engagement support as part of the Cloud Service with focus on customer interaction and case resolution. b) SAP Preferred Success: An add-on to SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions that includes strategic guidance, solution-specific best practices and success programs to help drive consumption and value realization. c) SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions is included in the subscription fees for the Cloud Services stated in the Order Form unless alternative support terms are agreed. SAP Preferred Success may be purchased for eligible Cloud Services for an additional fee, as an add-on to SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions. SAP Preferred Success is not available, and not provided, for any third-party cloud services purchased through SAP. 2.1.2. Beginning on the effective date of Customer's agreement for Cloud Services, Customer may contact SAP's support organization as the primary point of contact for support services. 2.1.3. Customer Interaction Center languages: SAP provides initial telephone contact for Customer Contacts through the SAP one support phone number "CALL-1-SAP" (see CALL-1-SAP page: https://support.sap.com/contactus) or via other solution specific hotlines in the following languages: English (24x7) and, depending on local office hours and availability, in German, French, Italian, Spanish, Polish, Russian (during European office hours); Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Baha sa (during Asia/Pacific office hours); Portuguese and Spanish (during Latin America office hours). Issues which lead to a support case which is processed by specialized technical or third party support engineers worldwide are handled in English only. 2.2. Mission Critical Support Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success 24x7 mission critical support for P1 and P2 cases (English only) Global case handling by SAP for issues related to support, including Service Level Agreements for Initial Response, Ongoing Communications and Corrective Action Targets (as set forth in Section 3 below). 24x7 prioritized case handling and enhanced Initial Response and Corrective Action Targets (as set forth in Section 3 below). Non-mission critical support for P3 and P4 cases (English only) Available during Local Business Hours(as set forth in Section 3 below). Enhanced Initial Response Targets (as set forth in Section 3 below). Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 479 of 1165 Support Schedule for Cloud Services enGLOBAL.v.07-2025 Page 2 of 6 Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success 24x7 Customer interaction center Support center that customers may contact for general support related inquiries through the contact channels described in Section 2.1.3. Delivered as part of SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions. Global support backbone SAP's knowledge database and extranet where SAP makes available content and services to customers and partners of SAP only. This includes SAP's Customer Support Website. End-to-end supportability Support for cases that occur in integrated business scenarios consisting of SAP Cloud Services or both SAP Cloud Services and SAP Software with a valid SAP support agreement. 2.3. Learning and Empowerment Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success Remote SAP support content and services Remote support content and services (e.g., Meet-the-Expert sessions) in various formats which may include live and recorded webinars, tutorials, best practices, self-paced learning materials and workshop-style interactive remote sessions. Content and session schedules are stated on SAP's Customer Support Website in the SAP Enterprise Support Academy section. Scheduling, availability and delivery methodology is at SAP's discretion. Access to demo systems, live sessions with instructors, examinations and certifications specific to the Cloud Service for up to 5 Customer Contacts. SAP Preferred Success exclusive learning content related to the Cloud Service in various formats which may include live and recorded webinars, best practices, and workshop-style interactive remote sessions. Scheduling, availability and delivery methodology is at SAP's discretion. Release update information Generally available documented summaries, webinars and videos provided by SAP to inform and instruct customers on new product release changes. Self-service through web and community. Release guidance specific to the Cloud Service. 2.4. Collaboration Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success SAP support advisory services Access to experts who help customers with support-related requests and advise on the appropriate SAP Enterprise Support content and services for their needs. Delivered as part of SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions. Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 480 of 1165 Support Schedule for Cloud Services enGLOBAL.v.07-2025 Page 3 of 6 Support via chat Available during business hours in English language for non-Mission Critical Support issues, where available for the Cloud Service. Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success Support via web and platform for social business collaboration Access to SAP's Customer Support Website, including social media-based empowerment and collaboration, with peers and SAP experts. Access to exclusive SAP Preferred Success collaboration platform. Support and success reporting SAP Enterprise Support reporting: A report or dashboard analyzing and documenting the status of support services and achievements hereunder. Reports, dashboards, or other reporting components and capabilities regarding the overall engagement, full customer lifecycle, and productive use of the solution, including relevant feature adoption, technical and product usage and status of support services and achievements hereunder, specific to the Cloud Service. Preferred Success resources and guidance Access to success resources to provide guidance on onboarding, product adoption and usage, best practices and operational excellence. This may include a customer success partner as the primary contact for ongoing success management, success planning, technical guidance and mentorship, and support case oversight throughout the Customer lifecycle. Assignment of a customer success partner is at SAP's discretion. Regular checkpoint Periodic review of Cloud Service, success plan, critical issues, reporting and best practices. May include in-person delivery, at SAP's discretion. Success Plan A success plan outlines steps towards achieving key business milestones and objectives throughout the customer lifecycle. Focus topics include challenges, consumption, adoption and cycle planning. 2.5. Innovation and Value Realization Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success Proactive checks proposed by SAP Support services, providing recommendations for the specific customer situation. Such services are delivered remotely upon Customer request. Expert-led checks, providing recommendations based on SAP best practices or recommended configuration(s). Product roadmaps Self-service through web. Delivered as part of SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions. Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 481 of 1165 Support Schedule for Cloud Services enGLOBAL.v.07-2025 Page 4 of 6 Refresh of test instance Self-service or request through web for initiating the refresh as offered and required by respective solution. Delivered as part of SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions. 2.6. Application Lifecycle Management Feature SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions SAP Preferred Success Application lifecycle management ("ALM") Software or online services for application lifecycle management made available by SAP. Feature scope and availability details are set forth on SAP's Customer Support Website (see: https://support.sap.com/en/alm) and usage rights (see: https://support.sap.com/en/alm/usage-rights). Delivered as part of SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions. 3. CUSTOMER RESPONSE LEVELS 3.1. SAP responds to submitted support cases as described in the table below. Priority Definition Response Level P1 Very High A case should be categorized with the priority "very high" if the problem has very serious consequences for normal business processes or IT processes related to core business processes. Urgent work cannot be performed. This is generally caused by the following circumstances: a) a productive service is completely down; b) the imminent system Go-Live or upgrade of a production system cannot be completed; c) the customer's core business processes are seriously affected A workaround is not available for each circumstance. The case requires immediate processing because the malfunction may cause serious losses. Initial Response: Within 1 hour of case submission. Ongoing Communication: Unless otherwise communicated by SAP, once every hour. Corrective Action Target: SAP to provide for cases either a resolution; or workaround; or action plan within 4 hours. P2 High A case should be categorized with the priority "high" if normal business processes are seriously affected. Necessary tasks cannot be performed. This is caused by incorrect or inoperable functions in the SAP service that are required immediately. The case is to be processed as quickly as possible because a continuing malfunction can seriously disrupt the entire productive business flow. Initial Response: Within 4 hours of case submission for SAP Enterprise Support, cloud edition customers and within 2 hours of case submission for SAP Preferred Success customers. Ongoing Communication: Unless otherwise communicated by SAP, once every 6 hours. Corrective Action Target: SAP to provide for cases either a resolution; or workaround; or action plan within 3 business days for SAP Preferred Success customers only. P3 Medium A case should be categorized with the priority "medium" if normal business processes are Initial Response: Within 1 business day of case submission for SAP Enterprise Support, cloud edition customers, and within 4 business hours of case Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 482 of 1165 Support Schedule for Cloud Services enGLOBAL.v.07-2025 Page 5 of 6 Priority Definition Response Level affected. The problem is caused by incorrect or inoperable functions in the SAP service. being received for SAP Preferred Success customers. Ongoing Communication: Unless otherwise communicated by SAP, once every 3 business days for non-defect Issues and 10 business days for product defect issues. A non-defect issue is a reported support case that does not involve a defect in the applicable Cloud Service and does not require engineering, development or operations personnel to resolve. P4 Low A case should be categorized with the priority "low" if the problem has little or no effect on normal business processes. The problem is caused by incorrect or inoperable functions in the SAP service that are not required daily or are rarely used. Initial Response: Within 2 business days of case submission for SAP Enterprise Support, cloud editions customers and within 1 business day of case submission for SAP Preferred Success customers. Ongoing Communication: Unless otherwise communicated by SAP, once every week. 3.2. The following types of cases are excluded from customer response levels as described above: a) cases regarding a release, version or functionalities of Cloud Services developed specially for Customer (including those developed by SAP Custom Development or by SAP subsidiaries or individual content services); b) the root cause behind the case is not a malfunction but missing functionality (development request); c) the case is a consulting or how-to request. 4. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1. Customer Contact 4.1.1. Customer shall designate at least 2 and up to 5 qualified English-speaking contact persons per Cloud Service (each a "Customer Contact"). Customer Contacts include designated support contact, authorized support contact, key user, application administrator or system administrators whose roles within specific Cloud Services are authorized to contact or access the Customer Interaction Center, SAP Support Advisory Services and Mission Critical Support services. 4.1.2. The Customer Contact is responsible for managing all business -related tasks of the Cloud Service related to Customer's business, such as: a) support end users and manage their cases. This includes searching for known solutions in available documentation and liaising with SAP in the event of new problems; b) manage background jobs and the distribution of business tasks across users (if available); c) manage and monitor connections to Customer's third-party systems (if available); d) support the adoption of the Cloud Service. 4.2. Contact Details Customer will provide contact details (in particular, e -mail address and telephone number) by which the Customer Contact or the authorized representative of the Customer Contact can be contacted at any time. SAP will use these contact details of the Customer Contact or the authorized representative of the Customer Contact and the contact details of any other senders of support cases in accordance with the SAP For Me privacy statement (https://me.sap.com/assets/legal/privacy.html) or the Built-In Support privacy statement (https://help.sap.com/docs/built-in-support/privacy-statement) if support cases are submitted via Built-In Support. Customer will update its Customer Contacts for a Cloud Service through SAP's Customer Support Website. Only authorized Customer Contacts may contact SAP's support organization. Item 10 Attachment A - SAP Cloud Capacity via Carahsoft Quote no. 64694612 Item 10: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 483 of 1165 Support Schedule for Cloud Services enGLOBAL.v.07-2025 Page 6 of 6 4.3. Cooperation Customer Contact shall reasonably cooperate with SAP to resolve support cases, and will have adequate technical expertise and knowledge of its configuration of the Cloud Services to provide relevant information to enable SAP to reproduce, troubleshoot and resolve the experienced error. 5. UPDATES SAP may update the Support Schedule as long as it maintains a comparable or better level of support. SAP will publish the updated version of the Support Schedule on My Trust Center. Customer may subscribe to receive automated notification of any updates vi a My Trust Center accessible at https://support.sap.com/en/my-support/trust-center.html. 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BACKGROUND On June 22, 2021, the City Council approved the current lease with 1900 Embarcadero Property Owner, LP, for approximately 5,469 square feet of office space at 1900 Embarcadero Road, Suites 110, 201, 205, and 207, for use by the Regional Water Quality Control Plant staff (CMR 115431). The lease commenced on July 1, 2021, and will expire on June 30, 2026. The City has an option to extend the term for an additional five years with rent adjusted to 95% of the prevailing market rental. The current base rent is $32,623.66 per month and the City also reimburses the landlord for increases in operating expenses over the 2021 base year amount. The City’s share of the 2026 calendar year expense is estimated at $4,920.68 per month, which brings the City’s total rent to $37,544.34 per month. On August 21, 2023, the City Council authorized staff to explore the purchase of one or more properties adjacent to the RWQCP and to pursue long-term lease options as an alternative to new construction on-site. Aligned with City Council’s direction, staff pursued the option of extending the term for an additional five years while concurrently exploring the possibility of purchasing the property, which is currently on the market, to maintain long-term flexibility and control over this strategically located asset. 1 City Council, June 22, 2021; Agenda Item # 2, CMR 11543, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=2276&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=a5bf666f- f986-41b8-9e70-4a81da2716b1 Item 11 Item 11 Staff Report Item 11: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 505 of 1165 ANALYSIS Staff and the landlord have agreed to adjust the base rent to $20,508.75 (compared to $32,623.66 currently or 95% of the prevailing market rental) for the first year of the extension term, commencing on July 1, 2026 and increasing 3% annually. The City will continue to reimburse the landlord for increases in operating expenses over the 2021 base year amount which will bring the City’s total rent to $25,429.43 per month. All other terms in the original agreement remain unchanged. Table 1: Lease Key Terms Extension Term July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2031 Premises Leased Suites 110, 201, 205 and 207 Rentable Area of Premises 5,469 square feet Rentable Area of Building 25,303 square feet Base Rent Months of Extension Term Base Rent per Rentable Square Foot Monthly Base Rent 7/1/2026 – 6/30/2027 $3.75 $20,508.75 7/1/2027 – 6/30/2028 $3.86 $21,124.01 7/1/2028 – 6/30/2029 $3.98 $21,757.73 7/1/2029 – 6/30/2030 $4.10 $22,410.46 7/1/2030 – 6/30/2031 $4.22 $23,082.77 City’s Share 21.6% of Rentable space in the Building Base Year Calendar year 2021 Parking Spaces Sixteen (16) unreserved spaces The amended rental costs and estimated operating expenses are within the budget levels in the FY2027 Operating Budget adopted by City Council. No additional funding is required at this time. The Real Estate Division met with Public Works and it was determined that the most optimal option to provide functionality and continuity in service was to extend their current lease at 1900 Embarcadero Road while continuing to explore the possibility of purchasing the property. Real Estate Division staff engaged with the landlord regarding the extension option. Approval of this First Amendment to Lease is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guideline Section 15301, Existing Facilities, because it involves negligible or no expansion of existing use. Attachment A: First Amendment to Lease : Lauren Lai, Administrative Services Director Item 11 Item 11 Staff Report Item 11: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 506 of 1165 1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO LEASE This FIRST AMENDMENT TO LEASE (“Amendment”) is entered into as of the Effective Date (as defined below), by and between 1900 EMBARCADERO PROPERTY OWNER, LP, a Delaware limited partnership (“Landlord”), and CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation (“Tenant”), with reference to the facts set forth in the Recitals below. RECITALS A. Landlord and Tenant are parties to that certain Lease Agreement dated as of July 1, 2021 (“Lease”), for certain premises consisting of approximately 5,469 rentable square feet, commonly referred to as Suites 110, 201, 205 and 207 in the Building located at 1900 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, California (“Premises”), as more specifically described in the Lease. Except as otherwise defined herein, all capitalized terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them in the Lease. B. Pursuant to Addendum I of the Lease, Tenant has exercised its Extension Option to extend the Term of the Lease (which is currently scheduled to expire on June 30, 2026) for an additional period of five (5) years. C. Landlord and Tenant have agreed to make certain modifications to the Lease in connection therewith, as more fully set forth below. AMENDMENT NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the Recitals above, the mutual covenants and conditions below, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows: 1. Extension of Term. The Term of the Lease is hereby extended for an additional period of five (5) years (“Extension Term”) beginning July 1, 2026, and expiring June 30, 2031 (the “Expiration Date”), upon all of the same terms and conditions of the Lease, except as specifically modified by this Amendment. As of the Effective Date, the “Term”, as that term is used in the Lease, shall mean the Term as extended by the Extension Term. 2. Extension Term Base Rent. Notwithstanding any provision of the Lease to the contrary, during the Extension Term, Tenant shall pay monthly Base Rent pursuant to the following schedule: Months of Extension Term Base Rent per Rentable Square Foot Monthly Base Rent 7/1/2026 – 6/30/2027 $3.75 $20,508.75 7/1/2027 – 6/30/2028 $3.86 $21,124.01 7/1/2028 – 6/30/2029 $3.98 $21,757.73 7/1/2029 – 6/30/2030 $4.10 $22,410.46 7/1/2030 – 6/30/2031 $4.22 $23,082.77 Docusign Envelope ID: 5FFF8200-10D3-8C4A-814D-C707E0FF5502 Item 11 Attachment A - First Amendment to Lease Item 11: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 507 of 1165 2 3. Additional Charges. Notwithstanding any provision of the Lease to the contrary, during the Extension Term, Tenant shall continue to pay Tenant’s Share of Excess Taxes and Excess Expenses in accordance with Article 5 of the Lease. For clarification and the avoidance of doubt, the Base Year during the Extension Term shall remain as calendar year 2021. 4. Condition of Premises. Tenant is in possession of the Premises and accepts the same “as is” without any agreements, representations, understandings or obligations on the part of Landlord to perform any alterations, repairs or improvements, except as expressly set forth in the Lease. Tenant also acknowledges that Landlord has made no representation or warranty regarding the condition of the Premises. 5. Security Deposit. Landlord currently holds a Security Deposit in the amount of $32,623.66, which Security Deposit shall continue to be held by Landlord during the Extension Term in accordance with the Lease. 6. No Options. Tenant acknowledges and agrees that it has no options to extend the Term of the Lease beyond the Extension Term. 7. Non-Appropriation. For clarification and the avoidance of doubt, the Lease shall remain subject to the terms of Section 28.1 thereof during the Extension Term. 8. Brokers. Landlord and Tenant each represents and warrants to the other that no party is entitled to a commission or fee by or through such party in connection with this Amendment. Each party shall hold the other party free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, losses, liabilities, lawsuits, judgments, costs and expenses (including, without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees) with respect to any leasing commission or equivalent compensation alleged to be owing on account of any dealings with any party claiming by or through such party. 9. No Construction Against Party Drafting Amendment. Landlord and Tenant acknowledge and agree that each of them, and their respective professional advisors, have reviewed this Amendment and that the provisions of this Amendment shall not be construed against either party. The rule of construction that ambiguities are to be construed against the party drafting the agreement shall not apply to the interpretation of this Amendment and is waived. 10. Counterpart Execution. This Amendment may be electronically or manually executed in multiple counterparts, each of which when so executed and delivered shall be deemed to be an original and all of which together shall constitute one instrument. 11. Continued Effect. Except as specifically modified by this Amendment, all of the terms, conditions and provisions of the Lease shall remain in full force and effect. [signatures on following page] Docusign Envelope ID: 5FFF8200-10D3-8C4A-814D-C707E0FF5502 Item 11 Attachment A - First Amendment to Lease Item 11: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 508 of 1165 3 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this First Amendment to Lease as of the last date written below or July 1, 2026, whichever occurs earlier (“Effective Date”). “LANDLORD” 1900 EMBARCADERO PROPERTY OWNER, LP, a Delaware limited partnership By: HSRE-BPI II GP, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, its general partner By: _________________________________ Name: Steve Bollert Title: Authorized Signatory Date: ________________________________ “TENANT” THE CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation By: _________________________________ Name: _______________________________ Title: City Manager Date: ________________________________ Approved as to Form: By: _________________________________ Name: _______________________________ Title: Assistant City Attorney Date: ________________________________ Docusign Envelope ID: 5FFF8200-10D3-8C4A-814D-C707E0FF5502 6/1/2026 Amy Bartell Ed Shikada Item 11 Attachment A - First Amendment to Lease Item 11: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 509 of 1165 9 9 5 9 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Transportation Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2605-6344 TITLE Approval of Amendment No. 4 to Contract Number C23184827 with Nomad Transit, LLC (Via) in the Amount of $152,000 for a total not to exceed $5,053,550 to Extend the City of Palo Alto On- Demand Transit Service for Four Months through October 31, 2026; Approval of Amendment No. 3 to extend the Cost Sharing Agreement with Stanford University to Partially Fund Palo Alto Link Service up to $200,000 in FY 2027 through October 31, 2026; and Approval of a three-year Contract with the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), in the Amount of $500,000; CEQA status – not a project. RECOMMENDATION Finance Committee and staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute Amendment No. 4 to Contract C23184827 with Nomad Transit, LLC (Via) (Attachment A) to provide Palo Alto Link Services, extending the contract term to October 31, 2026, and increasing the not to exceed amount by $152,000, which results in revised not-to exceed amount of $5,053,550 during a total term of approximately 3.5 years. 2. Approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to amend the Cost Sharing Agreement to receive up to $200,000 addition funding from Stanford University to fund Palo Alto Link Services through October 31, 2026 (Attachment B). 3. Approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute a three-year contract with the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), with an initial outlay of $500,000 total in FY 2027 (Attachment C). BACKGROUND On March 7, 2023, the City initiated a contract for Palo Alto Link as an 18-month pilot supported by a VTA Measure B Innovative Transit grant and a cost sharing agreement with Item 12 Item 12 Staff Report Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 510 of 1165 9 9 5 9 Stanford University.1 This on-demand service was extended on October 21, 2024,2 and again on June 17, 2025 when Council direct staff “to consider and present termination implications and alternative service options by end of 2025.”3 On March 2, 2026, City Council reviewed service performance and funding options for Palo Alto Link, which has been provided at an average cost of $26 per ride. Councilmembers asked staff to explore voucher-type programs by the budget timeline to continue to support the most vulnerable Link users, such as seniors, low- income residents, and people with special needs when the service winds down.4 In response to this request, on May 6, 2026, staff explored various options and presented the Office of Transportation’s proposal to Finance Committee in the context of budget discussions. Finance Committee supported the proposal (with one member recused) with the expectation that staff return to Council to execute or amend agreements with Stanford University, Nomad Transit and PATMA in order to provide 90-day transition. ANALYSIS Transit passes (Caltrain GoPasses and VTA/Samtrans/AC Transit bus passes) Bike subsidies (Bike Love and BikeX free refurbished bikes) Senior rides (Boosting Avenidas' program) Transportation Network Company (TNC) vouchers for specific purposes (such as late night Lyft service) Transportation information 1City Council, December 12, 2022, Item #8, Staff Report (SR) 14959 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=82138&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=31cef842 -f53f-40a7-9527-3ebbac07ccbd 2 City Council, October 28, 2024, Item #10, SR 2408-3387 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83059&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=c3b926f9 -6e23-482b-8da1-751b909c99d3 3 City Council, June 17, 2026, Item #18, SR 2506-4761 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83482&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=6be824c7 -fe2a-400d-91bb-b1b4f8010524 and June 16, 2026, Item #17, SR 2506-4864 https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=83513&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=f82ba016 -d545-499c-90ff-199f842b42af 4 City Council meeting March 2, 2026, Item #3 SR #2511-5431: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=18673 Item 12 Item 12 Staff Report Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 511 of 1165 9 9 5 9 This action also recommends approval of a new contract agreement with PATMA to continue to provide existing services totaling $400,000 and to expand those services to residents by and additional $100,000 for a total not to exceed of $500,000. The last agreement with PATMA was approved by the City Council on September 11, 2023 for a term of three years9. The Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PTMA) implements programs to reduce single- occupancy vehicle (SOV) trips to and from Palo Alto. The funding agreement between the Palo Alto TMA outlines use of City funds to trip reduction programs in the Downtown and California Avenue areas and requires the TMA to report on the use of these funds in an annual report. Services as noted above were expanded to citywide support in FY 2025. Increasing FY 2027 General Fund program services by $100,000seeks to mitigate some of the loss in services for vulnerable Palo Alto Link users, specifically, senior, disabled, and families of disabled riders. The most recent PATMA Annual report was transmitted to the City Council on May 11, 202610. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Funding for the first year of the proposed agreement with the TMA was appropriated in the University Avenue Parking Fund ($200,000) and General Fund ($300,000) as part of the FY2027 Adopted Operating Budget. Funding for future fiscal years is subject to City Council approval through the annual budget process. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 9 City Council, September 11, 2023, Item #7, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=82523&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=36c2df33 -eb02-45c4-b0e8-8084c610accc&cr=1 10 City Council, May 11, 2026, Item B, https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=88049&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=c44206d5 -cc9a-4f64-8322-dc69fbe167eb Item 12 Item 12 Staff Report Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 512 of 1165 9 9 5 9 as support for services for youth access and vulnerable users, including disabled, low-income, and senior riders. Other engagement has highlighted a potential community preference for fixed route options. PATMA has long engaged with the local business community and will expand their engagement to eligible resident stakeholders to expand their suite of services. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 12 Item 12 Staff Report Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 513 of 1165 AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO CONTRACT NO. C23184827 BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND NOMAD TRANSIT, LLC This Amendment No. 4 (this “Amendment”) to Contract No. C23184827 (the “Contract”) is entered into as of June 15, 2026, by and between the CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation (“CITY”), and NOMAD TRANSIT, LLC, a Delaware limited liability corporation, located at 114 5th Avenue, 17th Floor New York, NY 10011 (“CONSULTANT”). CITY and CONSULTANT are referred to collectively as the “Parties” in this Amendment. RECITALS A. The Contract was entered into by and between the Parties for the provision of transit and shuttle services, including equipment, transportation planning, customer engagement, marketing services, labor, vendor services, and the technology to support services, as detailed therein. B. The Parties now wish to amend the Contract to extend the term by four months from June 30, 2026 to October 30, 2026, and to increase the compensation by One Hundred Fifty- Two Thousand Dollars ($152,000.00) from Four Million, Nine Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($4,901,550.00) to a new total not-to-exceed compensation amount of Five Million, Fifty-Three Thousand, Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($5,053,550.00), as detailed herein. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, terms, conditions, and provisions of this Amendment, the Parties agree: SECTION 1. Definitions. The following definitions shall apply to this Amendment: a. Contract. The term “Contract” refers to Contract No. C23184827 between CONSULTANT and CITY, dated December 12, 2022, as amended by: Amendment No. 1, dated April 10, 2023 Amendment No. 2, dated September 23, 2024 Amendment No. 3, dated June 30, 2025 b. Other Terms. Capitalized terms used but not defined in this Amendment shall have the meanings assigned to such terms in the Contract. SECTION 2. Section 2, "TERM", of the Contract is hereby amended to read as follows: "The term of this Agreement shall be from the date of its full execution through October 30, 2026, unless terminated earlier pursuant to Section 19 (Termination) of this Agreement." Docusign Envelope ID: 79625EA5-0F0A-8FA8-804A-D9D70CA21D26 Item 12 Attachment A - Nomad Transit, LLC (Via), Contract C23184827 Amendment No. 4 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 514 of 1165 SECTION 3. Section 4, "NOT TO EXCEED COMPENSATION", of the Contract is amended to read as follows: "The compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT for performance of the Services shall be based on the compensation structure detailed in Exhibit C, including any reimbursable expenses specified therein, and the maximum total compensation shall not exceed Five Million, Fifty- Three Thousand, Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($5,053,550.00). The hourly schedule of rates, if applicable, is set out in Exhibit C-1. Any work performed or expenses incurred beyond this maximum compensation shall be at no cost to the CITY." SECTION 4. The following exhibit(s) to the Contract is/are hereby amended or added, as indicated below, to read as set forth in the attachment(s) to this Amendment, which is/are hereby incorporated in full into this Amendment and into the Contract by this reference: a. Exhibit "C" entitled "COMPENSATION, AMENDMENT NO. 4", AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. b. Exhibit “C-1” entitled “SCHEDULE OF RATES, AMENDMENT NO. 4”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. SECTION 5. Legal Effect. Except as modified by this Amendment, all other provisions of the Contract, including any exhibits thereto, shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 6. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals set forth above are terms of this Amendment and are fully incorporated herein by this reference. (SIGNATURE BLOCK FOLLOWS ON THE NEXT PAGE.) Docusign Envelope ID: 79625EA5-0F0A-8FA8-804A-D9D70CA21D26 Item 12 Attachment A - Nomad Transit, LLC (Via), Contract C23184827 Amendment No. 4 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 515 of 1165 SIGNATURES OF THE PARTIES IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have by their duly authorized representatives executed this Amendment effective as of the date first above written. CITY OF PALO ALTO NOMAD TRANSIT, LLC City Manager: Officer 1 APPROVED AS TO FORM: By: Name: City Attorney or designee Title: Officer 2 By: Name: Title: Attachments EXHIBIT “C”: “Compensation, Amendment No. 4”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. EXHIBIT “C-1”: “Schedule of Rates, Amendment No. 4”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. Docusign Envelope ID: 79625EA5-0F0A-8FA8-804A-D9D70CA21D26 Manager Alex Lavoie Erin Abrams Chief Legal Officer Item 12 Attachment A - Nomad Transit, LLC (Via), Contract C23184827 Amendment No. 4 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 516 of 1165 EXHIBIT C COMPENSATION, AMENDMENT NO. 4 (AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS) CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT for Services performed in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and as set forth in the budget schedule below. Compensation shall be calculated based on the rate schedule attached as Exhibit C-1 up to the not to exceed budget amount for each task set forth below. CITY’s Project Manager may approve in writing the transfer of budget amounts between any of the tasks or categories listed below, provided that the total compensation for the Services, including any specified reimbursable expenses, and the total compensation for Additional Services (if any, per Section 4 of the Agreement) do not exceed the amounts set forth in Section 4 of this Agreement. CONSULTANT agrees to complete all Services, any specified reimbursable expenses, and Additional Services (if any, per Section 4), within this/these amount(s). Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum amount of compensation set forth in this Agreement shall be at no cost to the CITY. BUDGET SCHEDULE Task 1 (Upfront Costs) $92,500.00 + $13,500.00* Task 2 (Vehicle Hours compensated at the rate specified in Exhibit C-1. + $1,100,000.00***+ $152,000**** (Estimated Electricity Cost (To be Treated as a Pass- Through)) $5,053,550 0.00 Total for Services and Reimbursable Expenses $5,053,550 Docusign Envelope ID: 79625EA5-0F0A-8FA8-804A-D9D70CA21D26 Item 12 Attachment A - Nomad Transit, LLC (Via), Contract C23184827 Amendment No. 4 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 517 of 1165 Maximum Total Compensation $5,053,550 Should Customer require additional WAV retrofits or vehicle wraps, CONSULTANT will bill CITY as incurred as a pass-through, so long as the amount stays within the not-to-exceed amount. * The $13,500 is added by Amendment 2 for the cost of moving from hybrid vans to fully electric vans per TFCA requirements. ** The $1,186,500 is added by Amendment 2. ***The $1,100,000 is added by Amendment 3. ****The $152,000 is added by Amendment 4. Note: Pricing assumes that the Services provided hereunder are tax exempt and assumes service hours of 8am-6pm M-F. Pricing assumes launch within 4 months of contract signing. Estimated Electricity Cost assumes 2 active EVs with 171 Wh/km efficiency and electricity cost at $0.23 / kWh. Electricity costs will be treated as a pass-through. In the event that the Services cease to be tax exempt, such taxes will be treated as pass-through and charged to the City. REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES CONSULTANT’S ordinary business expenses, such as administrative, overhead, administrative support time/overtime, information systems, software and hardware, photocopying, telecommunications (telephone, internet), in-house printing, insurance and other ordinary business expenses, are included within the scope of payment for Services and are not reimbursable expenses hereunder. Reimbursable expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, will be reimbursed at actual cost. The expenses (by type, e.g. travel) for which CONSULTANT will be reimbursed are: NONE up to the not-to-exceed amount of: $0.00. All requests for reimbursement of expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, shall be accompanied by appropriate backup documentation and information. Docusign Envelope ID: 79625EA5-0F0A-8FA8-804A-D9D70CA21D26 Item 12 Attachment A - Nomad Transit, LLC (Via), Contract C23184827 Amendment No. 4 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 518 of 1165 EXHIBIT C-1 AMENDMENT NO. 4 SCHEDULE OF RATES (AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS) CONSULTANT’s schedule of rates is as follows: Cost per Driver Hour, $89.00. A Driver Hour is defined as each hour during which a driver is paid on the Via platform. Docusign Envelope ID: 79625EA5-0F0A-8FA8-804A-D9D70CA21D26 Item 12 Attachment A - Nomad Transit, LLC (Via), Contract C23184827 Amendment No. 4 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 519 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 1 of 3 AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO CONTRACT NO. (STANFORD NO. 63080569) BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND STANFORD UNIVERSITY FOR COST SHARING OF ON-DEMAND TRANSIT This Amendment No. 3 (this “Amendment”) to Contract No. 63080569 (the “Contract” as defined below) is entered into as of June 15, 2026, by and between the CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation (“CITY”), and THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE LELAND STANFORD JUNIOR UNIVERSITY, located at 3215 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1286 (“STANFORD”). CITY and STANFORD are referred to collectively as the “Parties” in this Amendment. R E C I T A L S A. The Contract (as defined below) was entered into by and between the Parties hereto for the provision of cost-sharing for the City’s on-demand transit services, as detailed therein. B. The Parties now wish to amend the Contract in order to increase the total amount of contribution by STANFORD by $100,000; from $600,000 to $700,000 and extend the term through October 2026. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, terms, conditions, and provisions of this Amendment, the Parties agree: SECTION 1. Definitions. The following definitions shall apply to this Amendment: a. Contract. The term “Contract” shall mean Stanford Contract No. 63080569 between STANFORD and CITY, dated October 2025, as amended by: Amendment No.1, dated October 7, 2024 Amendment No.2, dated September 1. 2025 b. Other Terms. Capitalized terms used and not defined in this Amendment shall have the meanings assigned to such terms in the Contract. SECTION 2. Section “TERM” of the Contract is hereby amended to read as follows: TERM THE SERVICES AND/OR MATERIALS FURNISHED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL COMMENCE ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 AND SHALL BE COMPLETED NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 31, 2026. Item 12 Attachment B - Cost-Sharing Agreement between the City of Palo Alto andwith Stanford University for On- Demand Transit Services, Amendment No. 3 (Stanford No. 63080569) Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 520 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 2 of 3 SECTION 3. Section “COMPENSTION” of the Contract is hereby amended to read as follows: COMPENSATION FOR THE FULL PERFORMANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT: STANFORD SHALL PAY CITY AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $700,000 IN ACCORDANCE WITH EXHIBIT B. SECTION 4. The following exhibit(s) to the Contract is/are hereby amended or added, as indicated below, to read as set forth in the attachment(s) to this Amendment, which is/are hereby incorporated in full into this Amendment and into the Contract by this reference: Exhibit “B” entitled “PAYMENT PLAN”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. Stanford shall pay City a pro-rata amount based upon the total monthly cost of the service and the percentage of trips to and from the Stanford Research Park (SRP), with a not-to-exceed amount of $700,000. For each month, the formula shall be the total monthly cost invoiced, multiplied by the total percentage of completed trips to and from the SRP with the trip data being provided by Nomad Transit LLC. SECTION 5. Legal Effect. Except as modified by this Amendment, all other provisions of the Contract, including any exhibits thereto, shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 6. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals set forth above are terms of this Amendment and are fully incorporated herein by this reference. (SIGNATURE BLOCK FOLLOWS ON THE NEXT PAGE.) Item 12 Attachment B - Cost-Sharing Agreement between the City of Palo Alto andwith Stanford University for On- Demand Transit Services, Amendment No. 3 (Stanford No. 63080569) Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 521 of 1165 City of Palo Alto Contract No. XXXXXXX Form Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Amendment No. X Page 2 of 2 SECTION 4. The first paragraph of “EXHIBIT B – PAYMENT PLAN” of the Contract is hereby amended to read as follows: Stanford shall pay City a pro-rata amount based upon the total monthly cost of the service and the percentage of trips to and from the Stanford Research Park (SRP), with a not-to-exceed amount of $700,000. For each month, the formula shall be the total monthly cost invoiced, multiplied by the total percentage of completed trips to and from the SRP with the trip data being provided by Nomad Transit LLC. SECTION 5. Legal Effect. Except as modified by this Amendment, all other provisions of the Contract, including any exhibits thereto, shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 6. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals set forth above are terms of this Amendment and are fully incorporated herein by this reference. SIGNATURES OF THE PARTIES IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have by their duly authorized representatives executed this Amendment effective as of the date first above written. CITY OF PALO ALTO City Manager or designee Approved as to form: City Attorney or designee Stanford Agreement #63080569 Item 12 Attachment B - Cost-Sharing Agreement between the City of Palo Alto andwith Stanford University for On- Demand Transit Services, Amendment No. 3 (Stanford No. 63080569) Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 522 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 1 FUNDING AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND THE PALO ALTO TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION FOR TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES This Agreement to provide funding for transportation demand management services (this "Agreement") is made and entered as of June 15, 2026, by and between the City of Palo Alto, a California chartered municipal corporation (“City”), and the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association, a California nonprofit public benefit corporation (“PATMA”), on the following terms and conditions. RECITALS 1. Since 2013, the City has been actively engaged in developing Transportation Demand Management (TDM) strategies to encourage alternatives to solo driving to address Palo Alto’s growing traffic and parking concerns. 2. The City engaged a consultant group with significant experience designing Bay Area Transportation Management Associations (TMAs), to assist in forming a TMA, and the result of that effort was the incorporation of the Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA) on January 1, 2016. 3. The City has an interest in the success of PATMA and made funding available for technical support during the start-up phase of the organization. In the initial years, the City also provided funding for an annual survey of Downtown employee commute patterns. 4. In addition to the support of the City, PATMA has sought and intends to continue seeking funding from public and private foundations, private businesses, public agencies and other financial supporters. 5. PATMA’s mission statement is “better commutes for everyone” and its core values describe how the non-profit improves life for the workers and residents of Palo Alto: • Traffic and parking – reduce traffic congestion and demand for parking • Climate change – transition to a zero-emission transportation system • Equity – fair outcomes, treatment and opportunities for all • Local businesses – help local businesses attract and retain employees • Health – encourage community health PATMA also serves as a one-stop transportation information resource and is an active voice in local and regional transportation issues. While the initial primary focus of PATMA was the Downtown population whose travel choices have the highest impacts, PATMA’s programs and services have now expanded to include commercial areas along California Avenue, El Camino Real, the Stanford Mall, Midtown, San Antonio, and along Highway 101. Council may also allocate funds to the TMA for transportation programs that target resident travel behavior. Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 523 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 2 6. On June 20, 2016, the City entered into an agreement with PATMA and PATMA’s then-fiscal agent Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) to provide $100,000 in funding for pilot programs of PATMA aimed at testing the effectiveness of PATMA incentives and programs to reduce commuting to Downtown by SOVs. On February 13, 2017, this initial funding agreement was amended to provide for an additional $200,000 in funding from the City to PATMA over two years, with half paid in FY 2017 and the balance paid in FY 2018. 7. In September 2017, the City, PATMA and SVCF entered into an amended and restated agreement for continued funding and services through Fiscal Year 2020 (ending June 30, 2020), as funds were appropriated by the City Council through the annual budget process. The agreement was several times amended to reflect additional funding appropriated by the City Council in subsequent years of the agreement. 8. Prior to the 2020 pandemic, PATMA pilot programs were successful, providing transit passes to 180 - 240 low-income workers per month and encouraging carpool use by other workers, for an estimated reduction of over 300 vehicles per day, lowering SOV commute trips Downtown to 52% of all trips by any mode of travel. During and after the pandemic, PATMA programs supported essential workers in the Downtown and California Avenue areas. As employees continue to return to work in Palo Alto, PATMA is now serving over 200 workers per month by subsidizing transit use and afterhours Lyft rides and providing a bicycle incentive program, for an estimated reduction of 220 vehicles per day, lowering SOV commute trips to 55% for Downtown and California Ave of all trips by any mode of travel. 9. After focusing on the Downtown in the first years of its existence, from March through October 2019, PATMA implemented a pilot program in the California Avenue Business District with $100,000 in private funding. The successful program quickly surpassed its goal of distributing 50 transit passes per month, demonstrating demand for TMA programs in this area. 10. The City and PATMA wish to extend the reach of PATMA and expand its programs to achieve a greater reduction in SOV commute trips. To this end, the City Council appropriated additional funds for FY 2021 and allowed expenditure of City funds by PATMA in the California Avenue Business District as well as the Downtown. For FY 2024, in addition to the funds appropriated for Downtown and the California Avenue Business District, Council allowed expenditure of a limited amount of City funds to be used citywide to further reduce SOV commute trips. 11. In FY 2027, PATMA will expand its target audience to include low-income residents, senior residents, and residents with disabilities. With $200,000 of parking funds set aside for its current program goals in the commercial parking districts, and $200,000 of General Funds designated for citywide efforts, an additional $100,000 of funding in FY 27 (totaling $500,000), PATMA will offer to these additional groups transit passes (Caltrain GoPasses, and VTA, SamTrans or AC Transit bus passes), bike subsidies (Bike Love rewards and refurbished bikes), Transportation Network Company vouchers for specific purposes, and transportation information for the purpose of reducing the number of single-occupancy vehicles in traffic and seeking parking spaces. Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 524 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 3 12. Through this Agreement the City will continue funding PATMA, and PATMA will continue the programs that it undertook under the prior funding agreements. The Parties agree to enter into this Agreement to provide additional funding to support the development and facilitate the effectiveness of PATMA, through the expansion of pilot programs to reduce SOV trips by workers in Palo Alto, and to establish terms and conditions for the use of these funds. AGREEMENT NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, the Parties hereby agree as follows: 1.Recitals. The recitals set forth above are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into this Agreement in their entirety. 2.Term and Termination. The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029. This Agreement may be terminated by the City or PATMA by providing at least thirty (30) days’ written notice to the other party. Within three (3) months of termination, PATMA shall return to the City any funds paid by the City that remain unexpended as of the date of termination. 3. City Funds. In City Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27), the City shall transfer the sum of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars $500,000 (“City Funds”) to PATMA for use for the purposes described in this Agreement. For FY27, the City shall transfer the City Funds on a quarterly basis in equal amounts of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars $125,000, upon receipt of an invoice submitted quarterly by PATMA. City may transfer additional funds for the final two years of the Agreement subject to the appropriation of funds by the City Council through City’s annual budget process. Should additional funds be appropriated, the parties will amend this Agreement prior to any transfer of funds to PATMA. The City Manager is authorized to execute such an amendment for City. 4. Use of City Funds. PATMA shall use the City Funds for “pilot projects” intended to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips by commercial business district area workers and residents, as mutually agreed upon by the City Manager and PATMA. For each FY27, FY 28, FY 29, $200,000 of parking funds will be utilized to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips in the appropriate commercial parking districts, and $300,000 of City Funds may be used to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips anywhere in Palo Alto. Pilot projects may include purchase and distribution of transit passes, active commute rewards, support for carpooling and vanpooling, Green Lyft credits, and other measures to address first mile and last mile connections. If PATMA uses City Funds to purchase transit passes to give away free-of-charge, the free transit passes shall be provided to residents and low-income workers. Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 525 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 4 5. Strategic Planning Session, Strategic Plan and Budget. PATMA shall: (a) conduct an annual strategic planning session producing 3-year goals and objectives and funding requirements, and prepare an annual budget with projected metrics (cost per mode shift, ROI, etc.), and (b) annually provide to the City a detailed, updated strategic plan and budget. The strategic plan may utilize scenarios to illustrate the return on investment associated with different funding levels. The strategic plan shall identify the projects proposed to be funded with the City Funds for the City Manager’s review and approval. 6. Reporting Requirement. PATMA shall provide the City with quarterly written reports on the implementation and effectiveness of pilot programs funded by the City, including quantitative measures of SOV trip reduction and mode shift achieved, metrics used, cost per employee mode shift, and how the City Funds were expended. PATMA shall submit the reports at the same time that PATMA submits the quarterly invoice to the City. 7. Survey. PATMA shall conduct a robust survey of commercial area employee commute patterns on an annual basis. Additional areas of Palo Alto where the TMA has been active may be included in the survey. PATMA shall submit the survey results and report to the City by December 15th of each year or on another date upon mutual agreement of the parties. 8. Public Meeting Requirement. The funding is expressly contingent on PATMA’s agreement to provide 72 hours written advance notice to the public of all Board of Director meetings and to allow members of the public to attend all such Board of Director meetings. 9. Work Product. PATMA shall ensure any written document or other work product developed with funds received through this Agreement is made available to the public to the extent not otherwise prohibited by law. 10. Audits. PATMA will make available all financial records related to the City Funds and the use of the City Funds during the term of this Agreement and for three (3) years thereafter. PATMA further agrees to maintain and retain such records for at least three (3) years after the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement. 11. Indemnity. To the fullest extent permitted by law, PATMA shall protect, indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY and each of CITY’s elected and appointed officials, officers, employees and agents (each an “Indemnified Party”) from and against any and all demands, claims, or liability of any nature, including death or injury to any person, property damage or any other loss, including all costs and expenses of whatever nature including attorney’s fees, experts fees, court costs and disbursements (“Claims”) resulting from, arising out of or in any manner related to performance or nonperformance by PATMA, its officers, employees, agents or contractors under this Agreement, regardless of whether or not it is caused in part by an Indemnified Party. Notwithstanding the above, nothing in this section shall be construed to require PATMA to indemnify an Indemnified Party from Claims arising from the active negligence, sole negligence or willful misconduct of an Indemnified Party. The provisions of this section shall survive the expiration or early termination of this Agreement. Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 526 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 5 12. Insurance. PATMA, at its sole cost and expense, shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, the insurance coverage described in Exhibit "A". PATMA and its contractors, if any, shall obtain a policy endorsement naming CITY as an additional insured under any general liability or automobile policy or policies. All insurance coverage required hereunder shall be provided through carriers with AM Best’s Key Rating Guide ratings of A-:VII or higher which are licensed or authorized to transact insurance business in the State of California. Any and all contractors of PATMA retained to perform Services under this Agreement will obtain and maintain, in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, identical insurance coverage, naming CITY as an additional insured under such policies as required above. 13. Other Provisions: (a) Performance Monitoring. The City may implement its own performance monitoring of City funded programs to determine effectiveness of provided funds. (b) Additional Use Restrictions. The City Funds will not be used for anything other than project management and program costs of the agreed-to projects until the funds are expired. Up to thirty percent (30%) of City Funds provided may be used for administration costs and purposes: reports, meetings, and finances. (c) Board Members. The City may request that the PATMA Board be expanded to include additional members, possibly including residents and additional City representation. (d) Fundraising. PATMA shall undertake significant efforts to raise funds from sources other than the City, including but not limited to membership fees, grants and donations, to implement programs to achieve reductions in SOV commute trips by workers in Palo Alto’s commercial areas and among its residents. The Parties expect that, assuming City funding remains constant over the term of the Agreement (which it may not), the amounts raised from other funding sources will represent a proportionately greater share of PATMA’s total funding in the final two years of this Agreement. 14. Notices. All notices hereunder will be given in writing and mailed, postage prepaid, by certified mail, addressed as follows: To CITY: Office of the City Clerk City of Palo Alto Post Office Box 10250 Palo Alto, CA 94303 With a copy to the Chief Transportation Official Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 527 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 6 Ria Hutabarat Lo Chief Transportation Official Office of Transportation City of Palo Alto 250 Hamilton Ave Palo Alto, CA 94301 To PATMA: Justine Burt Executive Director Palo Alto Transportation Management Association 855 El Camino Real, #13A-200 Palo Alto, CA 94301 15. Authority to Bind. The individuals executing this Agreement represent and warrant that they have the legal capacity and authority to do so on behalf of their respective legal entities. 16. Counterpart Signatures. This Agreement may be signed in multiple counterparts, which shall, when executed by all the parties, constitute a single binding agreement. 17. Waiver. No delay or omission by either party to exercise any right occurring upon any noncompliance or default by the other party with respect to any of the terms of this Agreement shall impair any such right or power or be construed as a waiver thereof. A waiver by either of the parties of any of the covenants, conditions or agreements to be performed by the other party shall not be construed to be a waiver of any succeeding breach thereof or of any covenant, condition or agreement herein contained. 18. Applicable Law. This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of California. 19. Venue. In the event that an action is brought, the parties agree that trial of such action will be vested exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of Santa Clara, State of California. 20. Amendments. This document represents the entire and integrated agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and contracts, either written or oral. This document may be amended only by a written instrument, which is signed by the parties. 21. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this Agreement or any amendment thereto is void or unenforceable, the unaffected provisions of this Agreement and any amendments thereto will remain in full force and effect. Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 528 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 7 [Signatures appear on the following page] Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 529 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 8 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement the day and year first written above. PALO ALTO TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION: ________________________________ Rob George President, Board of Directors CITY OF PALO ALTO: ________________________________ Ed Shikada City Manager APPROVED: ________________________________ Chief Transportation Official APPROVED AS TO FORM: ________________________________ City Attorney or designee Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 530 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 9 EXHIBIT “A” INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS CONTRACTORS TO THE CITY OF PALO ALTO (CITY), AT THEIR SOLE EXPENSE, SHALL FOR THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN INSURANCE IN THE AMOUNTS FOR THE COVERAGE SPECIFIED BELOW, AFFORDED BY COMPANIES WITH AM BEST’S KEY RATING OF A-:VII, OR HIGHER, LICENSED OR AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT INSURANCE BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. AWARD IS CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH CITY’S INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS, AS SPECIFIED, BELOW: REQUIRED TYPE OF COVERAGE REQUIREMENT MINIMUM LIMITS AGGREGATE YES WORKER’S COMPENSATION EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY STATUTORY YES GENERAL LIABILITY, INCLUDING PERSONAL INJURY, BROAD FORM PROPERTY DAMAGE BLANKET CONTRACTUAL, AND FIRE LEGAL LIABILITY PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY & PROPERTY DAMAGE COMBINED. $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 YES AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY, INCLUDING ALL OWNED, HIRED, NON-OWNED - EACH PERSON - EACH OCCURRENCE PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 YES PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY, INCLUDING, ERRORS AND OMISSIONS, MALPRACTICE (WHEN APPLICABLE), AND NEGLIGENT PERFORMANCE YES THE CITY OF PALO ALTO IS TO BE NAMED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED: CONTRACTOR, AT ITS SOLE COST AND EXPENSE, SUBCONSULTANTS, IF ANY, BUT ALSO, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION, EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY AND PROFESSIONAL INSURANCE, NAMING AS ADDITIONAL INSUREDS CITY, ITS COUNCIL MEMBERS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES. I. INSURANCE COVERAGE MUST INCLUDE: A. A PROVISION FOR A WRITTEN THIRTY (30) DAY ADVANCE NOTICE TO CITY OF CHANGE IN COVERAGE OR OF COVERAGE CANCELLATION; AND B. A CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT PROVIDING INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CONTRACTOR’S AGREEMENT TO INDEMNIFY CITY. C. DEDUCTIBLE AMOUNTS IN EXCESS OF $5,000 REQUIRE CITY’S PRIOR APPROVAL. II. CONTACTOR MUST SUBMIT CERTIFICATES(S) OF INSURANCE EVIDENCING REQUIRED COVERAGE. III. ENDORSEMENT PROVISIONS, WITH RESPECT TO THE INSURANCE AFFORDED TO “ADDITIONAL INSUREDS” A. PRIMARY COVERAGE WITH RESPECT TO CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF THE OPERATIONS OF THE NAMED INSURED, INSURANCE AS AFFORDED BY THIS POLICY IS PRIMARY AND IS NOT ADDITIONAL TO OR CONTRIBUTING WITH ANY OTHER INSURANCE CARRIED BY OR FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ADDITIONAL INSUREDS. Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 531 of 1165 TMA Funding Agreement September 2023 10 B. CROSS LIABILITY THE NAMING OF MORE THAN ONE PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION AS INSUREDS UNDER THE POLICY SHALL NOT, FOR THAT REASON ALONE, EXTINGUISH ANY RIGHTS OF THE INSURED AGAINST ANOTHER, BUT THIS ENDORSEMENT, AND THE NAMING OF MULTIPLE INSUREDS, SHALL NOT INCREASE THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY UNDER THIS POLICY. C. NOTICE OF CANCELLATION 1. IF THE POLICY IS CANCELED BEFORE ITS EXPIRATION DATE FOR ANY REASON OTHER THAN THE NON-PAYMENT OF PREMIUM, THE ISSUING COMPANY SHALL PROVIDE CITY AT LEAST A THIRTY (30) DAY WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF CANCELLATION. 2. IF THE POLICY IS CANCELED BEFORE ITS EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE NON-PAYMENT OF PREMIUM, THE ISSUING COMPANY SHALL PROVIDE CITY AT LEAST A TEN (10) DAY WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF CANCELLATION. NOTICES SHALL BE MAILED TO: PURCHASING AND CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION CITY OF PALO ALTO P.O. BOX 10250 PALO ALTO, CA 94303 Docusign Envelope ID: 206225DD-F478-89F4-83FA-34FB1D5FC8C2 Item 12 Attachment C - Palo Alto Transportation Management Association (PATMA), Contract No. 20260602 Item 12: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 532 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: City Manager Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2604-6317 TITLE Approval of Contract Amendment Number 5 to Contract S20178065 with OIR Group, in the Amount of $40,000 and for a one-year extension to continue Independent Police Auditing Services in Palo Alto. CEQA Status – Not a Project. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 5 to Contract S20178065 with OIR Group (Attachment A) to extend the contract through June 30, 2027, and add $40,000 for the continuation of independent police auditing services in Palo Alto. This amendment results in a revised total contract not-to- exceed amount of $312,500. This contract also includes additional services funding for a study report related to Flock cameras. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS Since 2006, Palo Alto has utilized an Independent Police Auditor (IPA) to conduct secondary review of defined investigations of uniformed Police Department personnel and provide related services. Since the inception of the IPA program, the City has contracted with the Office of Independent Review (OIR Group), to provide these services. Michael Gennaco and Stephen Connolly, the principals of OIR Group, are the OIR staff who provide these services to Palo Alto. The City last issued a Request for Proposals for IPA services in 2014. At that time, three firms submitted proposals and the City again selected OIR Group as the most qualified to perform the services. The City and OIR entered into a new contract for IPA services that 1through October 2019. When the contract expired in 2019, the City and OIR entered into the current contract 1 City Council, May 27, 2025; SR# 2503-4328, Item 13 Item 13 Staff Report Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 533 of 1165 which was set to expire in 2023 but was amended in 2021 with an updated scope and contract term and through additional amendments is set to expire June 30, 2026. In November 2020, as part of a series of discussions regarding Police Department procedures, police accountability, and race and equity matters, the Council directed that the IPA’s scope of review be expanded to include a review of: Incidents where an office uses a baton, chemical agent, less-lethal projectile, canine or firearm (in addition to TASER uses, which have been and will continue to be reviewed by the IPA) Incidents resulting in an injury requiring treatment beyond minor medical care in the field The Police Department’s handling of Supervisory Inquiry Reports (formally called Informal Inquiry Reports) (complaints that are sufficiently investigated and resolved through expedited review) In addition, Council directed that changes be made to the schedule of reporting to improve timeliness and accountability and indicated that it will meet publicly with the IPA two times each year. In November 2020 3 the City Council referred to the Policy and Services Committee consideration of whether IPA’s scope should be further revised to include review of City investigations or uniformed officers arising from internal complaints regarding employee harassment, discrimination, and retaliation in the workplace. Policy and Services Committee considered the City Council referral at its meeting on April 13, 20214. The Committee voted unanimously to recommend the City Council direct staff to amend the IPA contract to include employee harassment, retaliation and discrimination claims within the IPA scope, and to research best practices to balance the needs of transparency and public oversight while preserving the anonymity of complaints, witnesses and the subject. OIR Group had some cost savings in this contract year with the most recent reports needing less time to produce. The recommendation from staff is for the unused funding from the current year contract to be used for an additional service study report related to Flock cameras(City Council will be discussing Flock at a June 1 study session). These funds will allow OIR group to work with the Police Department and City Manager’s Office to conduct an operational assessment of Flock’s policies and procedures around security, transparency, sharing compliance, and reporting of system features and changes as well as the Police Department’s 3 City Council, November 16, 2020; SR# 11754, 4 Policy and Services, April 13, 2021 SR# 12177, Item 13 Item 13 Staff Report Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 534 of 1165 internal policies and procedures. The study is estimated to be $15,000 for the report and there is funding in the existing contract to support this effort and agreement from OIR Group to conduct this study. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 7 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW City Council action on this item is not a project as defined by CEQA because approval of this amendment is an organization or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5). ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: 7 Independent Police Auditor webpage, Item 13 Item 13 Staff Report Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 535 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 1 of 6 AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO CONTRACT NO. S20178065 BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND MICHAEL GENNACO DBA OIR GROUP This Amendment No. 5 (this “Amendment”) to Contract No. S20178065 (the “Contract” as defined below) is entered into as of May 18, 2026, by and between the CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation (“CITY”), and MICHAEL GENNACO DBA OIR GROUP, a sole proprietor, located at 7142 Trask Avenue, Playa Del Rey, CA, 90293 (“CONSULTANT”). CITY and CONSULTANT are referred to collectively as the “Parties” in this Amendment. R E C I T A L S A. The Contract (as defined below) was entered into by and between the Parties hereto for the provision of independent police auditor services, as detailed therein. B. The Parties now wish to amend the Contract in order to (1) increase the compensation by Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000) from Two Hundred Seventy-Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($272,500) to a new not to exceed amount of Three Hundred Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($312,500), (2) extend the contract term date from June 30, 2026 by an additional twelve months to June 30, 2027, as detailed herein. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, terms, conditions, and provisions of this Amendment, the Parties agree: SECTION 1. Definitions. The following definitions shall apply to this Amendment: a. Contract. The term “Contract” shall mean Contract No. S20178065 between CONSULTANT and CITY, dated December 16, 2019, as amended by: Amendment No.1, dated July 20, 2021 Amendment No.2, dated January 1, 2023 Amendment No.3, dated December 9, 2024 Amendment No.4, dated May 12, 2025 b. Other Terms. Capitalized terms used and not defined in this Amendment shall have the meanings assigned to such terms in the Contract. SECTION 2. Section 2 “TERM” of the Contract is hereby amended to read as follows: “The term of this Agreement shall be from the date of its full execution through June 30, 2027, unless terminated earlier pursuant to Section 19 of this Agreement.” Docusign Envelope ID: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 536 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 2 of 6 SECTION 3. Section 4 “NOT TO EXCEED COMPENSATION” of the Contract is hereby amended to read as follows: “The compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT for performance of the Services described in Exhibit “A” (also referred to herein as the “Basic Services”), and reimbursable expenses (if specified in Exhibit “C”), shall not exceed Two Hundred Ninety-Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($292,500). In addition to the not-to-exceed compensation specified above, CITY has set aside the not-to- exceed compensation amount of Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) for the performance of Additional Services. CONSULTANT agrees to complete all Basic Services, including specified reimbursable expenses, within this amount. In the event Additional Services (defined below) are authorized, the total compensation for Basic Services, Additional Services and specified reimbursable expenses shall not exceed Three Hundred Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($312,500). The applicable rate schedule is set out at Exhibit “C-1”, entitled “SCHEDULE OF RATES.” Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum amounts of compensation set forth herein shall be at no cost to the CITY. Additional Services, if any, shall be authorized in accordance with and subject to the provisions of Exhibit “C”. CONSULTANT shall not receive any compensation for Additional Services performed without the prior written authorization of CITY. Additional Services shall mean any work that is determined by CITY to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which is not included within the Scope of Services described at Exhibit “A”.” SECTION 4. The following exhibit(s) to the Contract is/are hereby amended or added, as indicated below, to read as set forth in the attachment(s) to this Amendment, which is/are hereby incorporated in full into this Amendment and into the Contract by this reference: a. Exhibit “B” entitled “SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE, AMENDMENT NO. 5”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. b. Exhibit “C” entitled “COMPENSATION, AMENDMENT NO. 5”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. SECTION 5. Legal Effect. Except as modified by this Amendment, all other provisions of the Contract, including any exhibits thereto, shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 6. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals set forth above are terms of this Amendment and are fully incorporated herein by this reference. (SIGNATURE BLOCK FOLLOWS ON THE NEXT PAGE.) Docusign Envelope ID: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 537 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 3 of 6 SIGNATURES OF THE PARTIES IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have by their duly authorized representatives executed this Amendment effective as of the date first above written. CITY OF PALO ALTO City Manager APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney or designee MICHAEL GENNACO DBA OIR GROUP Officer 1 By: Name: Title: Attachments: EXHIBIT “B” ENTITLED “SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE, AMENDMENT NO. 5”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. EXHIBIT “C” ENTITLED “COMPENSATION, AMENDMENT NO. 5”, AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS. Docusign Envelope ID: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Stephen Connolly Co-owner Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 538 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 4 of 6 EXHIBIT B SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE, AMENDMENT NO. 5 (AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS) Consultant shall complete reports for calendar years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 and 2027. Beginning in calendar year 2023, the following additional specific schedule shall apply: In calendar year 2023, CONSULTANT shall complete two reports, for publication in approximately February/March and August 2023, containing all matters completed since the last published report. In calendar year 2024, CONSULTANT shall complete two reports, for publication in approximately February/March and August 2024, containing all matters completed since the last published report. In calendar year 2025, CONSULTANT shall complete two reports, for publication in approximately February/March and August 2025, containing all matters completed since the last published report. In calendar year 2026, CONSULTANT shall complete two reports, for publication in approximately February/March, and August 2026 containing all matters completed since the last published report. In calendar year 2027, CONSULTANT shall complete one report, for publication in approximately February/March, containing all matters completed since the last published report. Docusign Envelope ID: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 539 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 5 of 6 EXHIBIT C COMPENSATION, AMENDMENT NO. 5 (AMENDED, REPLACES PREVIOUS) CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT for the Services performed in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including Services, any specified reimbursable expenses, and Additional Services (if any, per Section 4 of the Agreement), based on the hourly rate schedule attached as Exhibit C-1. The compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT under this Agreement for all Services, any specified reimbursable expenses, and Additional Services (if any, per Section 4), shall not exceed the amount(s) stated in Section 4 of this Agreement. CONSULTANT agrees to complete all Services, any specified reimbursable expenses, and Additional Services (if any, per Section 4), within this/these amount(s). Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum amount of compensation set forth in this Agreement shall be at no cost to the CITY. REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES CONSULTANT’S ordinary business expenses, such as administrative, overhead, administrative support time/overtime, information systems, software and hardware, photocopying, telecommunications (telephone, internet), in-house printing, insurance and other ordinary business expenses, are included within the scope of payment for Services and are not reimbursable expenses hereunder. Reimbursable expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, will be reimbursed at actual cost. The expenses (by type, e.g. travel) for which CONSULTANT will be reimbursed up to the not-to-exceed amount of: Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000). A. Travel from CONSULTANT’S office to Palo Alto City Hall, including transportation and meals, if specified as reimbursable, will be reimbursed at actual cost subject to the City of Palo Alto’s policy for reimbursement of travel and meal expenses. All requests for reimbursement of expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, shall be accompanied by appropriate backup documentation and information. ADDITIONAL SERVICES The CONSULTANT shall provide additional services only by advanced, written authorization from the CITY. The CONSULTANT, at the CITY’s project manager’s request, shall submit a detailed written proposal including a description of the scope of services, schedule, level of effort, and CONSULTANT’s proposed maximum compensation, including reimbursable expenses, for such services based on the rates set forth in Exhibit C-1. The additional services scope, schedule and maximum compensation shall be negotiated and agreed to in writing by the CITY’s Project Manager Docusign Envelope ID: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 540 of 1165 Vers.: Aug. 5, 2019 Page 6 of 6 and CONSULTANT prior to commencement of the services. Payment for additional services is subject to all requirements and restrictions in this Agreement. Docusign Envelope ID: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 541 of 1165 Certificate Of Completion Envelope Id: 997AC0B1-5AD0-8D0C-8021-DA4780708524 Status: Completed Subject: Complete with Docusign: Final S20178065 Amend No. 5.pdf Source Envelope: Document Pages: 6 Signatures: 1 Envelope Originator: Certificate Pages: 2 Initials: 0 Alice Harrison AutoNav: Enabled EnvelopeId Stamping: Enabled Time Zone: (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) 250 Hamilton Ave Palo Alto , CA 94301 alice.harrison@paloalto.gov IP Address: 170.85.54.113 Record Tracking Status: Original 5/12/2026 10:50:03 AM Holder: Alice Harrison alice.harrison@paloalto.gov Location: DocuSign Security Appliance Status: Connected Pool: StateLocal Signer Events Signature Timestamp Stephen Connolly stephen.connolly@oirgroup.com Co-owner Security Level: Email, Account Authentication (None)Signature Adoption: Drawn on Device Using IP Address: 47.149.212.46 Sent: 5/12/2026 10:55:42 AM Resent: 5/12/2026 10:58:08 AM Resent: 5/14/2026 4:57:47 PM Viewed: 5/14/2026 6:35:07 PM Signed: 5/14/2026 6:42:02 PM Electronic Record and Signature Disclosure: Not Offered via Docusign In Person Signer Events Signature Timestamp Editor Delivery Events Status Timestamp Agent Delivery Events Status Timestamp Intermediary Delivery Events Status Timestamp Certified Delivery Events Status Timestamp Carbon Copy Events Status Timestamp Chantal Gaines chantal.gaines@paloalto.gov Assistant to City Manager City of Palo Alto Security Level: Email, Account Authentication (None) Sent: 5/14/2026 6:42:03 PM Electronic Record and Signature Disclosure: Not Offered via Docusign Ingrid Velasquez ingrid.velasquez@paloalto.gov Administrative Assistant City of Palo Alto Security Level: Email, Account Authentication (None) Sent: 5/14/2026 6:42:03 PM Viewed: 5/15/2026 8:36:37 AM Electronic Record and Signature Disclosure: Not Offered via Docusign Witness Events Signature Timestamp Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 542 of 1165 Notary Events Signature Timestamp Envelope Summary Events Status Timestamps Envelope Sent Hashed/Encrypted 5/12/2026 10:55:42 AM Envelope Updated Security Checked 5/12/2026 10:58:07 AM Envelope Updated Security Checked 5/12/2026 10:58:07 AM Certified Delivered Security Checked 5/14/2026 6:35:07 PM Signing Complete Security Checked 5/14/2026 6:42:02 PM Completed Security Checked 5/14/2026 6:42:03 PM Payment Events Status Timestamps Item 13 Attachment A - OIR Group Contract Amendment No. 5 - Contract S20178065 Item 13: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 543 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Public Works Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2603-6118 TITLE Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C26195541 with HDA Architects, Inc. in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $221,650 to Provide Architectural Design Services for the Animal Shelter Renovation – Capital Improvement Program Project PE-19002; CEQA Status – Exempt under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(e) RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute Contract No. C26195541 with HDA Architects, Inc. to provide architectural design services for the Animal Shelter Renovation capital improvement program project (PE- 19002) for a total not-to-exceed amount of $221,650, including $201,500 for basic services and $20,150 for additional services. BACKGROUND Item 14 Item 14 Staff Report Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 544 of 1165 For the last 40 years, the City has operated a full-service animal shelter located at 3281 East Bayshore Road. Animal services include a spay and neuter clinic, vaccine clinic, and adoption services for various types of animals. In November 2018, Council approved an operating agreement with Pets In Need (PIN)1 to provide full-service shelter operations at the Palo Alto Animal Shelter. Under the agreement, the City was responsible for remodeling the medical suite and installing a modular office/building, with those projects completed in September 20202 and December 20203, respectively. A new partnership agreement with PIN was established in March 20244 for five years with the ability to mutually extend for an additional five years. The current agreement identifies facility improvements to the shelter’s premises, for which the City has a lump sum budget of $2.5 million for design and construction. The improvement areas are prioritized in the following order and evaluate the following needs: ANALYSIS 1 City Council, November 26, 2018; Agenda Item #13; SR 9822; https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=76122&page=1&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto 2 City Council, October 7, 2019; Agenda Item #15; SR 10605; https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=87963&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto 3 City Council, February 25, 2019; Agenda Item #11A; SR 10057; 4 City Council, March 18, 2024; Agenda Item #8; SR 2402-2596; https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=6447&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto Item 14 Item 14 Staff Report Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 545 of 1165 vendors attended the meeting. The solicitation period was posted for 35 days and 6 proposals were received. The solicitation closed on March 11, 2026. Table 1: Summary of Request for Proposal Proposal Description Design and Consultant Services for the Animal Shelter Renovations/RFP 195541 Proposed Length of Project February 4 – March 11, 2026 Number of Vendors Notified 3,804 Number of Proposal Packages Downloaded 72 Total Days to Respond to Bid 35 Pre-Proposal Meeting Yes, Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting Date February 18, 2026 Number of Proposals Received 6 Proposal Price Range $201,500 to $779,500 Public Link to Solicitation https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/palo- alto-ca/projects/197093 Item 14 Item 14 Staff Report Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 546 of 1165 reviewed each firm’s qualifications related to its experience in animal facility design and qualifications of specific staff to be assigned to the project. HDA Architects was selected due to their proposed project approach, past performance on new animal service facilities and remodels of existing shelters, and understanding of the project goals. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 14 Item 14 Staff Report Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 547 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 1 of 28 CITY OF PALO ALTO CONTRACT NO. C26195541 AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND HDA ARCHITECTS, INC. This Agreement for Professional Services (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of the 15th day of June, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation (“CITY”), and HDA ARCHITECTS, INC., a Georgia Corporation, located at 401 Broad Street, Ste. 201, Rome, GA 30161 (“CONSULTANT”). The following recitals are a substantive portion of this Agreement and are fully incorporated herein by this reference: RECITALS A. CITY intends to renovate the animal shelter (the “Project”) and desires to engage a consultant to provide design services for renovations to the animal shelter located at 3281 E. Bayshore Road, Palo Alto, CA in connection with the Project (the “Services”, as detailed more fully in Exhibit A). B. CONSULTANT represents that it, its employees and subconsultants, if any, possess the necessary professional expertise, qualifications, and capability, and all required licenses and/or certifications to provide the Services. C. CITY, in reliance on these representations, desires to engage CONSULTANT to provide the Services as more fully described in Exhibit A, entitled “SCOPE OF SERVICES”. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the recitals, covenants, terms, and conditions, in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: SECTION 1. SCOPE OF SERVICES. CONSULTANT shall perform the Services described in Exhibit A in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. The performance of all Services shall be to the reasonable satisfaction of CITY. Optional On-Call Provision (This provision only applies if checked and only applies to on-call agreements.) CITY may elect to, but is not required to, authorize on-call Services up to the maximum compensation amount set forth in Section 4 (Not to Exceed Compensation). CONSULTANT shall provide on-call Services only by advanced, written authorization from CITY as detailed in this Section. On-call Services, if any, shall be authorized by CITY, as needed, with a Task Order assigned and approved by CITY’s Project Manager, as identified in Section 13 (Project Management). Each Task Order shall be in substantially the same form as Exhibit A-1 entitled “PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TASK ORDER”. Each Task Order shall contain a specific scope of services, schedule of performance and maximum compensation amount, in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 548 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 2 of 28 Compensation for on-call Services shall be specified by CITY in the Task Order, based on whichever is lowest: the compensation structure set forth in Exhibit C, the hourly rates set forth in Exhibit C-1, or a negotiated lump sum. To accept a Task Order, CONSULTANT shall sign the Task Order and return it to CITY’s Project Manager within the time specified by the Project Manager, and upon authorization by CITY (defined as counter-signature by the CITY Project Manager), the fully executed Task Order shall become part of this Agreement. The cumulative total compensation due to CONSULTANT for all Task Orders issued under this Agreement shall not exceed the amount of compensation set forth in Section 4. CONSULTANT shall only be compensated for on-call Services performed under an authorized Task Order and only up to the maximum compensation amount set forth in Section 4. Performance of and payment for any on-call Services are subject to all requirements and restrictions in this Agreement. SECTION 2. TERM. The term of this Agreement shall be from the effective date of this agreement through December 31, 2028 unless terminated earlier pursuant to Section 19 (Termination) of this Agreement. SECTION 3. SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE. Time is of the essence in the performance of Services under this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement and in accordance with the schedule set forth in Exhibit B, entitled “SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE”. Any Services for which times for performance are not specified in this Agreement shall be commenced and completed by CONSULTANT in a reasonably prompt and timely manner based upon the circumstances and direction communicated to the CONSULTANT. CITY’s agreement to extend the term or the schedule for performance shall not preclude recovery of damages for delay if the extension is required due to the fault of CONSULTANT. SECTION 4. NOT TO EXCEED COMPENSATION. The compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT for performance of the Services shall be based on the compensation structure detailed in Exhibit C, entitled “COMPENSATION,” including any reimbursable expenses specified therein, and the maximum total compensation shall not exceed Two Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars ($201,500). The hourly schedule of rates, if applicable, is set out in Exhibit C-1, entitled “SCHEDULE OF RATES.” Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum compensation set forth in this Section 4 shall be at no cost to the CITY. Optional Additional Services Provision (This provision applies only if checked and a not-to-exceed compensation amount for Additional Services is allocated below under this Section 4.) In addition to the not-to-exceed compensation specified above, CITY has set aside the not- to-exceed compensation amount of Twenty Thousand One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($20,150) for the performance of Additional Services (as defined below). The total compensation for performance of the Services, Additional Services and any reimbursable expenses specified in Exhibit C, shall not exceed Two Hundred Twenty-One Thousand Six Hundred Fifty Dollars ($221,650), as detailed in Exhibit C. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 549 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 3 of 28 “Additional Services” means any work that is determined by CITY to be necessary for the proper completion of the Project, but which is not included within the Scope of Services described at Exhibit A. CITY may elect to, but is not required to, authorize Additional Services up to the maximum amount of compensation set forth for Additional Services in this Section 4. CONSULTANT shall provide Additional Services only by advanced, written authorization from CITY as detailed in this Section. Additional Services, if any, shall be authorized by CITY with a Task Order assigned and authorized by CITY’s Project Manager, as identified in Section 13 (Project Management). Each Task Order shall be in substantially the same form as Exhibit A-1, entitled “PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TASK ORDER”. Each Task Order shall contain a specific scope of services, schedule of performance and maximum compensation amount, in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement. Compensation for Additional Services shall be specified by CITY in the Task Order, based on whichever is lowest: the compensation structure set forth in Exhibit C, the hourly rates set forth in Exhibit C-1, or a negotiated lump sum. To accept a Task Order, CONSULTANT shall sign the Task Order and return it to CITY’s Project Manager within the time specified by the Project Manager, and upon authorization by CITY (defined as counter-signature by the CITY Project Manager), the fully executed Task Order shall become part of this Agreement. The cumulative total compensation to CONSULTANT for all Task Orders authorized under this Agreement shall not exceed the amount of compensation set forth for Additional Services in this Section 4. CONSULTANT shall only be compensated for Additional Services performed under an authorized Task Order and only up to the maximum amount of compensation set forth for Additional Services in this Section 4. Performance of and payment for any Additional Services are subject to all requirements and restrictions in this Agreement. SECTION 5. INVOICES. In order to request payment, CONSULTANT shall submit monthly invoices to the CITY describing the Services performed and the applicable charges (including, if applicable, an identification of personnel who performed the Services, hours worked, hourly rates, and reimbursable expenses), based upon Exhibit C or, as applicable, CONSULTANT’s schedule of rates set forth in Exhibit C-1. If applicable, the invoice shall also describe the percentage of completion of each task. The information in CONSULTANT’s invoices shall be subject to verification by CITY. CONSULTANT shall send all invoices to CITY’s Project Manager at the address specified in Section 13 (Project Management) below. CITY will generally process and pay invoices within thirty (30) days of receipt of an acceptable invoice. SECTION 6. QUALIFICATIONS/STANDARD OF CARE. All Services shall be performed by CONSULTANT or under CONSULTANT’s supervision. CONSULTANT represents that it, its employees and subcontractors, if any, possess the professional and technical personnel necessary to perform the Services required by this Agreement and that the personnel have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. CONSULTANT represents that it, its employees and subcontractors, if any, have and shall maintain during the term of this Agreement all licenses, permits, qualifications, insurance and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services. All Services to be furnished by CONSULTANT under this Agreement shall meet the professional standard and quality that prevail among professionals in the same discipline and of similar knowledge and skill engaged in related work throughout California under the same or similar circumstances. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 550 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 4 of 28 SECTION 7. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. CONSULTANT shall keep itself informed of and in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and orders that may affect in any manner the Project or the performance of the Services or those engaged to perform Services under this Agreement, as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall procure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees, and give all notices required by law in the performance of the Services. SECTION 8. ERRORS/OMISSIONS. CONSULTANT is solely responsible for costs, including, but not limited to, increases in the cost of Services, arising from or caused by CONSULTANT’s errors and omissions, including, but not limited to, the costs of corrections such errors and omissions, any change order markup costs, or costs arising from delay caused by the errors and omissions or unreasonable delay in correcting the errors and omissions. SECTION 9. COST ESTIMATES. If this Agreement pertains to the design of a public works project, CONSULTANT shall submit estimates of probable construction costs at each phase of design submittal. If the total estimated construction cost at any submittal exceeds the CITY’s stated construction budget by ten percent (10%) or more, CONSULTANT shall make recommendations to CITY for aligning the Project design with the budget, incorporate CITY approved recommendations, and revise the design to meet the Project budget, at no additional cost to CITY. SECTION 10. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that CONSULTANT and any agent or employee of CONSULTANT will act as and shall be deemed at all times to be an independent contractor and shall be wholly responsible for the manner in which CONSULTANT performs the Services requested by CITY under this Agreement. CONSULTANT and any agent or employee of CONSULTANT will not have employee status with CITY, nor be entitled to participate in any plans, arrangements, or distributions by CITY pertaining to or in connection with any retirement, health or other benefits that CITY may offer its employees. CONSULTANT will be responsible for all obligations and payments, whether imposed by federal, state or local law, including, but not limited to, FICA, income tax withholdings, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, insurance, and other similar responsibilities related to CONSULTANT’s performance of the Services, or any agent or employee of CONSULTANT providing same. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating an employment or agency relationship between CITY and CONSULTANT or any agent or employee of CONSULTANT. Any terms in this Agreement referring to direction from CITY shall be construed as providing for direction as to policy and the result of CONSULTANT’s provision of the Services only, and not as to the means by which such a result is obtained. SECTION 11. ASSIGNMENT. The parties agree that the expertise and experience of CONSULTANT are material considerations for this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall not assign or transfer any interest in this Agreement nor the performance of any of CONSULTANT’s obligations hereunder without the prior written approval of the City Manager. Any purported assignment made without the prior written approval of the City Manager will be void and without effect. Subject to the foregoing, the covenants, terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement will apply to, and will bind, the heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assignees of the parties. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 551 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 5 of 28 SECTION 12. SUBCONTRACTING. Option A: No Subcontractor: CONSULTANT shall not subcontract any portion of the Services to be performed under this Agreement without the prior written authorization of the City Manager or designee. In the event CONSULTANT does subcontract any portion of the work to be performed under this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall be fully responsible for all acts and omissions of subcontractors. Option B: Subcontracts Authorized: Notwithstanding Section 11 (Assignment) above, CITY agrees that subcontractors may be used to complete the Services. The subcontractors authorized by CITY to perform work on this Project are: Siegfried Engineering Spencer Engineering CONSULTANT shall be responsible for directing the work of any subcontractors and for any compensation due to subcontractors. CITY assumes no responsibility whatsoever concerning compensation of subcontractors. CONSULTANT shall be fully responsible to CITY for all acts and omissions of subcontractors. CONSULTANT shall change or add subcontractors only with the prior written approval of the City Manager or designee. SECTION 13. PROJECT MANAGEMENT. CONSULTANT will assign Susan Wade as the CONSULTANT’s Project Manager to have supervisory responsibility for the performance, progress, and execution of the Services and represent CONSULTANT during the day -to-day performance of the Services. If circumstances cause the substitution of the CONSULTANT’s Project Manager or any other of CONSULTANT’s key personnel for any reason, the appointment of a substitute Project Manager and the assignment of any key new or replacement personnel will be subject to the prior written approval of the CITY’s Project Manager. CONSULTANT, at CITY’s request, shall promptly remove CONSULTANT personnel who CITY finds do not perform the Services in an acceptable manner, are uncooperative, or present a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Services or a threat to the safety of persons or property. CITY’s Project Manager is Brittany Leung, Public Works Department, Engineering Division, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, 94301, Telephone: 650-329-2197. CITY’s Project Manager will be CONSULTANT’s point of contact with respect to performance, progress and execution of the Services. CITY may designate an alternate Project Manager from time to time. SECTION 14. OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS. All work product, including without limitation, all writings, drawings, studies, sketches, photographs, plans, reports, specifications, computations, models, recordings, data, documents, and other materials and copyright interests developed under this Agreement, in any form or media, shall be and remain the exclusive property of CITY without restriction or limitation upon their use. CONSULTANT agrees that all copyrights which arise from creation of the work product pursuant to this Agreement are vested in CITY, and CONSULTANT hereby waives and relinquishes all claims to copyright or other intellectual property rights in favor of CITY. Neither CONSULTANT nor its subcontractors, if any, shall make any of such work product available to any individual or organization without the prior written approval of the City Manager or designee. CONSULTANT makes no representation of the suitability of the work product for use in or application to circumstances not contemplated by the Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 552 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 6 of 28 Scope of Services. SECTION 15. AUDITS. CONSULTANT agrees to permit CITY and its authorized representatives to audit, at any reasonable time during the term of this Agreement and for four (4) years from the date of final payment, CONSULTANT’s records pertaining to matters covered by this Agreement, including without limitation records demonstrating compliance with the requirements of Section 10 (Independent Contractor). CONSULTANT further agrees to maintain and retain accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for at least four (4) years after the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement or the completion of any audit hereunder, whichever is later. SECTION 16. INDEMNITY. [Option A applies to the following design professionals pursuant to Civil Code Section 2782.8: architects; landscape architects; registered professional engineers and licensed professional land surveyors.] 16.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY, its Council members, officers, employees and agents (each an “Indemnified Party”) from and against any and all third party demands, claims, or liability of any nature, including death or injury to any person, property damage or any other loss, including all costs and expenses of whatever nature including attorney’s fees, experts fees, court costs and disbursements (“Claims”) to the extent that such Claims arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents or contractors under this Agreement, regardless of whether or not it is caused in part by an Indemnified Party. CITY will reimburse CONSULTANT for the proportionate percentage of defense costs exceeding CONSULTANT’s proportionate percentage of fault as determined by the final judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction. [Option B applies to any consultant who does not qualify as a design professional as defined in Civil Code Section 2782.8.] 16.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY, its Council members, officers, employees and agents (each an “Indemnified Party”) from and against any and all demands, claims, or liability of any nature, including death or injury to any person, property damage or any other loss, including all costs and expenses of whatever nature including attorney’s fees, experts fees, court costs and disbursements (“Claims”) resulting from, arising out of or in any manner related to performance or nonperformance by CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents or contractors under this Agreement, regardless of whether or not it is caused in part by an Indemnified Party. 16.2. Notwithstanding the above, nothing in this Section 16 shall be construed to require CONSULTANT to indemnify an Indemnified Party from a Claim arising from the active negligence or willful misconduct of an Indemnified Party that is not contributed to by any act of, or by any omission to perform a duty imposed by law or agreement by, CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents or contractors under this Agreement. 16.3. The acceptance of CONSULTANT’s Services and duties by CITY shall not operate as a waiver of the right of indemnification. The provisions of this Section 16 shall survive the expiration or early termination of this Agreement. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 553 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 7 of 28 SECTION 17. WAIVERS. No waiver of a condition or nonperformance of an obligation under this Agreement is effective unless it is in writing in accordance with Section 29.4 of this Agreement. No delay or failure to require performance of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of that provision as to that or any other instance. Any waiver granted shall apply solely to the specific instance expressly stated. No single or partial exercise of any right or remedy will preclude any other or further exercise of any right or remedy. SECTION 18. INSURANCE. 18.1. CONSULTANT, at its sole cost and expense, shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, the insurance coverage described in Exhibit D, entitled “INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS”. CONSULTANT and its contractors, if any, shall obtain a policy endorsement naming CITY as an additional insured under any general liability or automobile policy or policies. 18.2. All insurance coverage required hereunder shall be provided through carriers with AM Best’s Key Rating Guide ratings of A-:VII or higher which are licensed or authorized to transact insurance business in the State of California. Any and all contractors of CONSULTANT retained to perform Services under this Agreement will obtain and maintain, in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, identical insurance coverage, naming CITY as an additional insured under such policies as required above. 18.3. Certificates evidencing such insurance shall be filed with CITY concurrently with the execution of this Agreement. The certificates will be subject to the approval of CITY’s Risk Manager and will contain an endorsement stating that the insurance is primary coverage and will not be canceled, or materially reduced in coverage or limits, by the insurer except after filing with the Purchasing Manager thirty (30) days’ prior written notice of the cancellation or modification. If the insurer cancels or modifies the insurance and provides less than thirty (30) days’ notice to CONSULTANT, CONSULTANT shall provide the Purchasing Manager written notice of the cancellation or modification within two (2) business days of the CONSULTANT’s receipt of such notice. CONSULTANT shall be responsible for ensuring that current certificates evidencing the insurance are provided to CITY’s Chief Procurement Officer during the entire term of this Agreement. 18.4. The procuring of such required policy or policies of insurance will not be construed to limit CONSULTANT’s liability hereunder nor to fulfill the indemnification provisions of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the policy or policies of insurance, CONSULTANT will be obligated for the full and total amount of any damage, injury, or loss caused by or directly arising as a result of the Services performed under this Agreement, including such damage, injury, or loss arising after the Agreement is terminated or the term has expired. SECTION 19. TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION OF AGREEMENT OR SERVICES. 19.1. The City Manager may suspend the performance of the Services, in whole or in part, or terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, by giving ten (10) days prior written notice thereof to CONSULTANT. If CONSULTANT fails to perform any of its material obligations under this Agreement, in addition to all other remedies provided under this Agreement or at law, the City Manager may terminate this Agreement sooner upon written notice of Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 554 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 8 of 28 termination. Upon receipt of any notice of suspension or termination, CONSULTANT will discontinue its performance of the Services on the effective date in the notice of suspension or termination. 19.2. In event of suspension or termination, CONSULTANT will deliver to the City Manager on or before the effective date in the notice of suspension or termination, any and all work product, as detailed in Section 14 (Ownership of Materials), whether or not completed, prepared by CONSULTANT or its contractors, if any, in the performance of this Agreement. Such work product is the property of CITY, as detailed in Section 14 (Ownership of Materials). 19.3. In event of suspension or termination, CONSULTANT will be paid for the Services rendered and work products delivered to CITY in accordance with the Scope of Services up to the effective date in the notice of suspension or termination; provided, however, if this Agreement is suspended or terminated on account of a default by CONSULTANT, CITY will be obligated to compensate CONSULTANT only for that portion of CONSULTANT’s Services provided in material conformity with this Agreement as such determination is made by the City Manager acting in the reasonable exercise of his/her discretion. The following Sections will survive any expiration or termination of this Agreement: 14, 15, 16, 17, 19.2, 19.3, 19.4, 20, 25, 27, 28, 29 and 30. 19.4. No payment, partial payment, acceptance, or partial acceptance by CITY will operate as a waiver on the part of CITY of any of its rights under this Agreement, unless made in accordance with Section 17 (Waivers). SECTION 20. NOTICES. All notices hereunder will be given in writing and mailed, postage prepaid, by certified mail, addressed as follows: To CITY: Office of the City Clerk City of Palo Alto Post Office Box 10250 Palo Alto, CA 94303 With a copy to the Purchasing Manager To CONSULTANT: Attention of the Project Manager at the address of CONSULTANT recited on the first page of this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall provide written notice to CITY of any change of address. SECTION 21. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 21.1. In executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT covenants that it presently has no interest, and will not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, financial or otherwise, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of the Services. 21.2. CONSULTANT further covenants that, in the performance of this Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 555 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 9 of 28 Agreement, it will not employ subcontractors or other persons or parties having such an interest. CONSULTANT certifies that no person who has or will have any financial interest under this Agreement is an officer or employee of CITY; this provision will be interpreted in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and the Government Code of the State of California, as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT agrees to notify CITY if any conflict arises. 21.3. If the CONSULTANT meets the definition of a “Consultant” as defined by the Regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission, CONSULTANT will file the appropriate financial disclosure documents required by the Palo Alto Municipal Code and the Political Reform Act of 1974, as amended from time to time. SECTION 22. NONDISCRIMINATION; COMPLIANCE WITH ADA. 22.1. As set forth in Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 2.30.510, as amended from time to time, CONSULTANT certifies that in the performance of this Agreement, it shall not discriminate in the employment of any person due to that person’s race, skin color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information or condition, housing status, marital status, familial status, weight or height of such person. CONSULTANT acknowledges that it has read and understands the provisions of Section 2.30.510 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code relating to Nondiscrimination Requirements and the penalties for violation thereof, and agrees to meet all requirements of Section 2.30.510 pertaining to nondiscrimination in employment. 22.2. CONSULTANT understands and agrees that pursuant to the Americans Disabilities Act (“ADA”), programs, services and other activities provided by a public entity to the public, whether directly or through a contractor or subcontractor, are required to be accessible to the disabled public. CONSULTANT will provide the Services specified in this Agreement in a manner that complies with the ADA and any other applicable federal, state and local disability rights laws and regulations, as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT will not discriminate against persons with disabilities in the provision of services, benefits or activities provided under this Agreement. SECTION 23. ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERRED PURCHASING AND ZERO WASTE REQUIREMENTS. CONSULTANT shall comply with the CITY’s Environmentally Preferred Purchasing policies which are available at CITY’s Purchasing Department, hereby incorporated by reference and as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall comply with waste reduction, reuse, recycling and disposal requirements of CITY’s Zero Waste Program. Zero Waste best practices include, first, minimizing and reducing waste; second, reusing waste; and, third, recycling or composting waste. In particular, CONSULTANT shall comply with the following Zero Waste requirements: (a) All printed materials provided by CONSULTANT to CITY generated from a personal computer and printer including but not limited to, proposals, quotes, invoices, reports, and public education materials, shall be double-sided and printed on a minimum of 30% or greater post-consumer content paper, unless otherwise approved by CITY’s Project Manager. Any submitted materials printed by a professional printing company shall be a minimum of 30% or greater post-consumer material and printed with vegetable-based inks. (b) Goods purchased by CONSULTANT on behalf of CITY shall be purchased in Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 556 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 10 of 28 accordance with CITY’s Environmental Purchasing Policy including but not limited to Extended Producer Responsibility requirements for products and packaging. A copy of this policy is on file at the Purchasing Department’s office. (c) Reusable/returnable pallets shall be taken back by CONSULTANT, at no additional cost to CITY, for reuse or recycling. CONSULTANT shall provide documentation from the facility accepting the pallets to verify that pallets are not being disposed. SECTION 24. COMPLIANCE WITH PALO ALTO MINIMUM WAGE ORDINANCE. CONSULTANT shall comply with all requirements of the Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 4.62 (Citywide Minimum Wage), as amended from time to time. In particular, for any employee otherwise entitled to the State minimum wage, who performs at least two (2) hours of work in a calendar week within the geographic boundaries of the City, CONSULTANT shall pay such employees no less than the minimum wage set forth in Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 4.62.030 for each hour worked within the geographic boundaries of the City of Palo Alto. In addition, CONSULTANT shall post notices regarding the Palo Alto Minimum Wage Ordinance in accordance with Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 4.62.060. SECTION 25. NON-APPROPRIATION. This Agreement is subject to the fiscal provisions of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto and the Palo Alto Municipal Code, as amended from time to time. This Agreement will terminate without any penalty (a) at the end of any fiscal year in the event that funds are not appropriated for the following fiscal year, or (b) at any time within a fiscal year in the event that funds are only appropriated for a portion of the fiscal year and funds for this Agreement are no longer available. This Section shall take precedence in the event of a conflict with any other covenant, term, condition, or provision of this Agreement. SECTION 26. PREVAILING WAGES AND DIR REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS. 26.1. This Project is not subject to prevailing wages and related requirements. CONSULTANT is not required to pay prevailing wages and meet related requirements under the California Labor Code and California Code of Regulations in the performance and implementation of the Project if the contract: (1) is not a public works contract; (2) is for a public works construction project of $25,000 or less, per California Labor Code Sections 1782(d)(1), 1725.5(f) and 1773.3(j); or (3) is for a public works alteration, demolition, repair, or maintenance project of $15,000 or less, per California Labor Code Sections 1782(d)(1), 1725.5(f) and 1773.3(j). OR 26.1. This Project is subject to prevailing wages and related requirements as a “public works” under California Labor Code Sections 1720 et seq. and related regulations. CONSULTANT is required to pay general prevailing wages as defined in California Labor Code Section 1773.1 and Subchapter 3, Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations Section 16000 et seq., as amended from time to time. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1773, the CITY has obtained the general prevailing rate of per diem wages and the general rate for holiday and overtime work in this locality for each craft, classification, or type of worker needed to execute Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 557 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 11 of 28 the contract for this Project from the State of California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”). Copies of these rates may be obtained at the CITY’s Purchasing Department office. The general prevailing wage rates are also available at the DIR, Division of Labor Statistics and Research, web site (see e.g. http://www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR/PWD/index.htm) as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall post a copy of the general prevailing wage rates at all Project job sites and shall pay the adopted prevailing wage rates as a minimum. CONSULTANT shall comply with all applicable provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 of the California Labor Code (Labor Code Section 1720 et seq.), including but not limited to Sections 1725.5, 1771, 1771.1, 1771.4, 1773.2, 1774, 1775, 1776, 1777.5, 1782, 1810, 1813 and 1815, and all applicable implementing regulations, including but not limited to Subchapter 3, Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations Section 16000 et seq. (8 CCR Section 16000 et seq.), as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall comply with the requirements of Exhibit E, entitled “DIR REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS”, for any contract for public works construction, alteration, demolition, repair or maintenance, including but not limited to the obligations to register with, and furnish certified payroll records directly to, DIR. SECTION 27. CLAIMS PROCEDURE FOR “9204 PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS”. For purposes of this Section 27, a “9204 Public Works Project” means the erection, construction, alteration, repair, or improvement of any public structure, building, road, or other public improvement of any kind. (Cal. Pub. Cont. Code § 9204.) Per California Public Contract Code Section 9204, for Public Works Projects, certain claims procedures shall apply, as set forth in Exhibit F, entitled “Claims for Public Contract Code Section 9204 Public Works Projects”. This Project is a 9204 Public Works Project and is required to comply with the claims procedures set forth in Exhibit F, entitled “Claims for Public Contract Code Section 9204 Public Works Projects”. OR This Project is not a 9204 Public Works Project. SECTION 28. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. 28.1. In the performance of this Agreement, CONSULTANT may have access to CITY’s Confidential Information (defined below). CONSULTANT will hold Confidential Information in strict confidence, not disclose it to any third party, and will use it only for the performance of its obligations to CITY under this Agreement and for no other purpose. CONSULTANT will maintain reasonable and appropriate administrative, technical and physical safeguards to ensure the security, confidentiality and integrity of the Confidential Information. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CONSULTANT may disclose Confidential Information to its employees, agents and subcontractors, if any, to the extent they have a need to know in order to perform CONSULTANT’s obligations to CITY under this Agreement and for no other purpose, provided that the CONSULTANT informs them of, and requires them to follow, the confidentiality and security obligations of this Agreement. 28.2. “Confidential Information” means all data, information (including without limitation “Personal Information” about a California resident as defined in Civil Code Section 1798 et seq., as amended from time to time) and materials, in any form or media, tangible or Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 558 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 12 of 28 intangible, provided or otherwise made available to CONSULTANT by CITY, directly or indirectly, pursuant to this Agreement. Confidential Information excludes information that CONSULTANT can show by appropriate documentation: (i) was publicly known at the time it was provided or has subsequently become publicly known other than by a breach of this Agreement; (ii) was rightfully in CONSULTANT’s possession free of any obligation of confidence prior to receipt of Confidential Information; (iii) is rightfully obtained by CONSULTANT from a third party without breach of any confidentiality obligation; (iv) is independently developed by employees of CONSULTANT without any use of or access to the Confidential Information; or (v) CONSULTANT has written consent to disclose signed by an authorized representative of CITY. 28.3. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CONSULTANT may disclose Confidential Information to the extent required by order of a court of competent jurisdiction or governmental body, provided that CONSULTANT will notify CITY in writing of such order immediately upon receipt and prior to any such disclosure (unless CONSULTANT is prohibited by law from doing so), to give CITY an opportunity to oppose or otherwise respond to such order. 28.4. CONSULTANT will notify City promptly upon learning of any breach in the security of its systems or unauthorized disclosure of, or access to, Confidential Information in its possession or control, and if such Confidential Information consists of Personal Information, CONSULTANT will provide information to CITY sufficient to meet the notice requirements of Civil Code Section 1798 et seq., as applicable, as amended from time to time. 28.5. Prior to or upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, CONSULTANT will honor any request from the CITY to return or securely destroy all copies of Confidential Information. All Confidential Information is and will remain the property of the CITY and nothing contained in this Agreement grants or confers any rights to such Confidential Information on CONSULTANT. 28.6. If selected in Section 30 (Exhibits), this Agreement is also subject to the terms and conditions of the Information Privacy Policy and Cybersecurity Terms and Conditions. SECTION 29. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. 29.1. This Agreement will be governed by California law, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. 29.2. In the event that an action is brought, the parties agree that trial of such action will be vested exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of Santa Clara, State of California. 29.3. The prevailing party in any action brought to enforce the provisions of this Agreement may recover its reasonable costs and attorneys’ fees expended in connection with that action. The prevailing party shall be entitled to recover an amount equal to the fair market value of legal services provided by attorneys employed by it as well as any attorneys’ fees paid to third parties. 29.4. This Agreement, including all exhibits, constitutes the entire and integrated Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 559 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 13 of 28 agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement, and supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, representations, statements and undertakings, either oral or written. This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument, which is signed by the authorized representatives of the parties and approved as required under Palo Alto Municipal Code, as amended from time to time. 29.5. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this Agreement is void or unenforceable, the unaffected provisions of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect. 29.6. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the exhibits hereto (per Section 30) or CONSULTANT’s proposal (if any), the Agreement shall control. In the event of a conflict between the exhibits hereto and CONSULTANT’s proposal (if any), the exhibits shall control. 29.7. The provisions of all checked boxes in this Agreement shall apply to this Agreement; the provisions of any unchecked boxes shall not apply to this Agreement. 29.8. All section headings contained in this Agreement are for convenience and reference only and are not intended to define or limit the scope of any provision of this Agreement. 29.9. This Agreement may be signed in multiple counterparts, which, when executed by the authorized representatives of the parties, shall together constitute a single binding agreement. SECTION 30. EXHIBITS. Each of the following exhibits, if the check box for such exhibit is selected below, is hereby attached and incorporated into this Agreement by reference as though fully set forth herein: EXHIBIT A: SCOPE OF SERVICES EXHIBIT A-1 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TASK ORDER EXHIBIT B: SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE EXHIBIT C: COMPENSATION EXHIBIT D: INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS THIS AGREEMENT IS NOT COMPLETE UNLESS ALL SELECTED EXHIBITS ARE ATTACHED. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 560 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 14 of 28 CONTRACT No. C26195541 SIGNATURE PAGE IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have by their duly authorized representatives executed this Agreement as of the date first above written. CITY OF PALO ALTO ____________________________ City Manager APPROVED AS TO FORM: __________________________ City Attorney or designee HDA ARCHITECTS, INC. Officer 1 By: ________________________________ Name: Peter J. Hill, Sr., AIA, NCARB Title: Founder | President | Principal Architect Officer 2 By: ________________________________ Name: Blake Brown Title: Director of Business Development Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 561 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 15 of 28 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES CONSULTANT shall provide the Services detailed in this Exhibit A, entitled “SCOPE OF SERVICES”. Notwithstanding any provision herein to the contrary, CONSULTANT’s duties and services described in this Scope of Services shall not include preparing or assisting CITY with any portion of CITY’s preparation of a request for proposals, request for qualifications, or any other solicitation regarding a subsequent or additional contract with CITY. CITY shall at all times retain responsibility for public contracting, including with respect to any subsequent phase of this project. CONSULTANT’s participation in the planning, discussions, or drawing of project plans or specifications shall be limited to conceptual, preliminary, or initial plans or specifications. CONSULTANT shall cooperate with CITY to ensure that all bidders for a subsequent contract on any subsequent phase of this project have access to the same information, including all conceptual, preliminary, or initial plans or specifications prepared by CONSULTANT pursuant to this Scope of Services. Introduction For the last fifty years, the City of Palo Alto has operated a full-service animal shelter located at 3281 E. Bayshore Road. The animal services include a spay and neuter clinic, vaccine clinic, and adoption services for all types of animals. In 2024, the City entered into a new private-public partnership with Pets In Need (PIN), which calls for renovations to the existing animal shelter building. The City met with PIN in October 2024 and May 2025 to identify PIN’s renovation priorities in three main areas. The priorities are as follows: Cat Wing (Small Animal Rooms) ▪ Reconfigure cat rooms ▪ Addition of flexible multi-purpose space for medical assessment and treatments ▪ Addition of dedicated space for small animals ▪ Provide dedicated meet and greet/socialization space Dog Kennel ▪ Improve air circulation for kennel house ▪ Addition of guillotine doors between side-by-side kennels Medical Suite ▪ Adjustments to accommodate larger dogs The animal shelter is located in FEMA Flood Zone AE so any design considerations and improvements must also meet flood zone regulations. The City is looking to include re-roofing which would need to be coordinated with the remodel and project phasing as needed. The Consultant’s basic services for the Animal Shelter Renovations Project consists of five tasks separated for each priority area: Task 1, Site Assessment and Schematic Design; Task 2, Design Development (DD); Task 3, Construction Documents (CD); Task 4, Permitting; and Task 5, Construction Administration. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 562 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 16 of 28 Each identified priority area includes specific objectives which are listed under the tasks below. Scope of Services The total budget allocated for both design and construction is $2.5 million. This Agreement with the Consultant is to provide design services for the renovation of the existing building, specifically, for the Consultant to determine the scale of the improvements needed to address the stated priorities. The Consultant’s Basic Services for animal shelter renovation consists of five tasks: Task 1, Site Assessment and Schematic Design; Task 2, Design Development; Task 3, Construction Documents; Task 4, Permitting; and Task 5, Construction Administration. Each identified priority area includes specific objectives which are listed under the tasks below. OBJECTIVES FOR THE CAT WING (SMALL ANIMAL ROOMS) Task 1: Site Assessment & Schematic Design 1.1 Kickoff and Alignment • Confirm City/PIN operational goals for intake/holding/isolation/meet-and-greet and staff workflow • Establish decision log: required decisions at schematic vs DD vs CD • Define operational constraints and phasing needs (keep service continuity; define any temporary measures) 1.2 Existing Conditions Verification • Field verify room dimensions, wall types, door swings, floor drains, slope conditions, ceiling heights, and MEP constraints • Document cleaning workflow, waste flow, storage needs, and infection-control pinch points • Identify stress/noise issues and opportunities for improved visibility/control 1.3 Accessibility and Path-of Travel Early Screening • Use the ADA Transition Plan Report for the Palo Alto Animal Shelter prepared by SZS Consulting Group as a baseline to anticipate exterior/interior accessibility impacts and coordinate with proposed alterations. • Identify which cat wing alterations may trigger exterior path-of-travel improvements • Flag conflicts early (clearances at doors/corridors, approach slopes, routes to entrances) 1.4 Programming and Adjacencies • Validate functional needs for: o Flexible assessment/treatment space o Dedicated small animal spaces o Meet-and-greet/socialization o Staff work/support/storage • Create adjacency diagrams and workflow map (clean/dirty separation, public/staff/animal circulation) 1.5 Schematic Options • Develop 2-3 options showing: o Reconfiguration approach Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 563 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 17 of 28 o Flexibility/surge capacity o Cleanability and durability strategy o Staff and public supervision/safety • Consultant shall propose four options for locations of the modular building(s) • Identify structural and MEP implications by option 1.6 Schematic Deliverables • Schematic plans, key room layouts, and finish approach narrative (cleanability/durability) • Preliminary phasing narrative (how cat wing stays functional or how continuity is maintained) • Early constraints memo (permit drivers, accessibility triggers, floodplain implications if site work is triggered) Task 2: Design Development 2.1 Preferred Option Advancement • Confirm selected schematic direction with City/PIN • Lock “basis of design” decisions that drive MEP And structural scope 2.2 Detailed Room Planning and Equipment Coordination • Room-by-room layouts, casework/fixtures, storage, and operational support spaces • Equipment/specialty coordination 2.3 MEP Coordination • Confirm ventilation and odor-control approach appropriate for small animal health • Coordinate power/data/controls impacts as needed 2.4 Structural Review • Evaluate impacts of wall modifications/openings and equipment supports 2.5 Accessibility Coordination • Integrate ADA requirements across disciplines using the Transition Plan baseline as a reference for known barriers/routes • Confirm interior clearances/turning spaces and any triggered exterior path-of-travel scope 2.6 DD Deliverables • DD drawings sufficient to define scope, phasing, and permit path • Updated milestone schedule and decision log closure Task 3: Construction Documents 3.1 CD Plan and Milestone Reviews • Set CD schedule and City review checkpoints • Confirm which items are base bid vs alternates (if needed) 3.2 Coordinated Permit/Bid Documents • Architectural drawings/details/schedules/specs • MEO sheets • Structural documents • Civil/landscape sheets only if triggered by path-of-travel or site impacts 3.3 QA/QC and Constructability • Multi-discipline coordination checks and internal QA/WC review prior to issue • Phasing detail review for reduction of RFIs/change orders Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 564 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 18 of 28 Task 4: Permitting 4.1 Submittal Coordination and Comment Resolution • Prepare and coordinate responses to plan check • Track comment log and closeout 4.2 Accessibility Documentation • Document compliant routes, entrances, and accessible elements impacted by alterations (coordinate across disciplines) Task 5: Construction Administration 5.1 Preconstruction and Kickoff • Participate in kickoff/site verification and phasing confirmation 5.2 Submittals/RFIs/Field Coordination • Review submittals, answer RFIs, coordinate discipline responses 5.3 Observations and Punchlist/Closeout • Periodic observations aligned to the City’s expectations; punchlist and verification • Closeout documentation and record drawing coordination OBJECTIVES FOR THE DOG KENNEL Task 1: Site Assessment & Schematic Design • Confirm performance objectives: air circulation, odor control, temperature control, staff safety • Document existing ventilation, airflow constraints, controls, and maintenance issues • Identify physical hazards and circulation limitations that may align with known accessibility route issues (breezeway/exterior circulation) • Develop schematic options for ventilation improvements and any kennel modifications Task 2: Design Development • Advance preferred ventilation strategy: equipment selection concepts, duct routing approach, controls integration • Confirm phasing plan to keep kennel operations functional where required • Coordinate structural needs for rooftop or wall-mounted equipment supports Task 3: Construction Documents • Produce coordinated architectural/MEP/structural documents • Detail penetrations, equipment supports, and waterproofing interfaces Task 4: Permitting • Coordinate permit submittals and resolve review comments Task 5: Construction Administration • Kickoff and sequencing verification • Field observation and closeout, focusing on performance verification and commissioning- related coordination as applicable Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 565 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 19 of 28 OBJECTIVES FOR THE MEDICAL SUITE Task 1: Site Assessment & Schematic Design • Confirm clinical workflow needs and specific constraints for larger dogs • Document existing plumbing, ventilation, electrical, lighting, and infection-control limitations • Create schematic options improving workflow, durability, cleanability, and staff safety Task 2: Design Development • Finalize room layout and clinical support requirements • Coordinate MEP impacts and any structural modifications • Confirm phasing and continuity requirements Task 3: Construction Documents • Detailed permit-ready drawings/specs and full coordination • Finish/detail strategy appropriate for clinical cleaning protocols Task 4: Permitting • Support plan check responses and approvals Task 5: Construction Administration • Field coordination, observations, and closeout support SCOPE OF WORK APPLICABLE TO ALL OBJECTIVES/TASKS The following five tasks detailed below are applicable to all identified prioritized areas listed above. Tasks 1 and 2 will be pursued simultaneously for all identified prioritized areas to minimize fieldwork redundancies and reduce conflicts between disciplines and areas. Task 1. Site Assessment and Schematic Design 1. Project start-up and programming a. Consultant to perform assessment of existing conditions of the cat wing, dog kennels, medical suite, and current lobby space to determine size of the improvements needed to meet the above priorities. b. Consultant shall review record drawings, reports, and studies provided by the City. c. Consultant shall verify information provided by the City to ensure it is updated with current codes. d. Consultant to consider the use of a modular building(s) for additional square footage to address PIN’s priorities. e. Consultant and Design Team shall meet with City and PIN representatives (2 meetings at 1 hour each). 2. Prepare schematic design a. Consultant shall review the Geotechnical Report and site survey provided by the City. b. Consultant shall conduct code analysis and ADA assessment. City of Palo Alto Municipal Code is available online for review at: Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 566 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 20 of 28 https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/paloalto/latest/paloalto_ca/0-0-0-59235 c. Consultant shall take into account flood zone regulations. d. Consultant shall coordinate design with City and PIN representatives. e. Consultant shall meet with City and PIN (2 meetings at 2 hours each). f. Consultant shall prepare outline specifications and schedule for project. g. Consultant shall submit an electronic schematic design package to the City for review which shall be compromised of the site (plan), architectural (architectural plans, elevations, and sections), structural (basic structural systems), and any relevant supporting material, including material boards. h. Consultant shall propose four options for locations of the modular building(s). 3. The Consultant shall design and determine a way to keep the cat wing operational throughout the duration of construction. a. Consultant shall meet with City and PIN to determine specific impacts and needs (1 meeting @ 2 hours) b. This could be through the following but is not limited to: i. Construction phasing to maximize the existing cat wing ii. Temporary facilities iii. Develop and submit a building permit application and all required documents, if needed, for temporary space/facilities. 4. Upon completion of schematic design, Consultant shall provide a schematic-level construction cost estimate for the Project including the temporary space/facilities, if needed. Consultant shall meet with the City and PIN to review the cost estimate and compare it to the construction budget to identify opportunities for enhancement or necessity for value engineering. 5. Consultant shall coordinate and meet with the project team and City Departments, as needed, including Public Works, Fire, Planning, Building, and Utilities. 6. Begin planning Entitlement process and present schematic designs to the City. a. Consultant shall prepare a complete submittal and presentation materials (architectural plans, elevations, and sections as appropriate for the presentation) for a Preliminary Architectural Review Board (ARB) study session and present the schematic design to ARB in-person. 7. Consultant shall assist the City in obtaining ARB approval required for implementation of the work, including reasonable revisions required by ARB and/or Planning. The Consultant shall prepare and procure presentation materials, required drawing sets, material board, and present the schematic design to the City Boards and Commissions. Consultant shall attend all meetings until approval is achieved. 8. Consultant must become familiar with the ARB process and be prepared to provide all materials for both formal and informal submissions, and revise documents as necessary to secure ARB approval. Task 2. Design Development 1. Prepare design development package Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 567 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 21 of 28 a. Consultant shall refine and update schematic design drawings in response to comments from ARB and City representatives. b. Consultant shall develop interior, building, and site details. c. Consultant shall prepare in-progress specifications for projects. d. Consultant shall develop interior/exterior design. e. Consultant shall prepare interior/exterior product/finish boards. f. Consultant shall develop modular building site plans which include foundation details and utility connections including but not limited to plumbing and electrical. 2. Consultant shall submit an electronic design development package to City for review which shall include the architectural, structural, and building systems drawings, and any relevant drawings and materials. 3. Consultant shall coordinate and meet with project team, as needed, including Public Works, Fire, Planning, Building, and Utilities (fiber optic network, electric, water, gas, and wastewater). 4. Upon completion of design development, Consultant shall provide a design development -level construction cost estimate and a project schedule including time for permits required. 5. Apply for Major ARB approval and present design development packages to the City. a. Consultant shall prepare presentation materials and apply for ARB review (see Major ARB submittal checklist here: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/2/planning-amp- development-services/file-migration/bc/development-services/development-services- forms/major-arb-submittal-checklist-10-26-10.pdf). b. Consultant shall submit a PDF version, 10 full-size sets, and 10 half-size sets of the design development packages to the City for ARB review which shall include the architectural, structural, and building systems drawings, and any relevant drawings and materials. c. Consultant shall present the design in-person and obtain approval from City Boards and Commissions. Consultant shall expect 3 meetings at 4 hours each with the staff Design Review Committee (DRC) and 3 meetings at 4 hours each with the ARB. Task 3. Construction Documents 1. Consultant shall prepare construction documents a. Consultant shall refine and update design development drawings. b. Consultant shall prepare technical specifications for project in CSI format. c. Consultant shall coordinate and integrate the technical specifications with the City’s General Conditions, Public Works Engineering Standard Drawings and Specifications, and Construction Contract template. d. Consultant shall refine interior design. e. Consultant shall develop final interior product/finish/furnishing boards. f. Consultant shall coordinate with the City’s project team. 2. Consultant shall submit electronic sets of the 65% and 95% construction documents package to City for review which shall include the architectural, structural, and building systems drawings, and any relevant drawings, and materials and specifications. Anticipated plan sheets for submittal to the City shall include but not be limited to the following: a. Title sheet b. Stage construction plan and notes Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 568 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 22 of 28 c. Architectural exterior and interior plans, elevation, and finish schedule d. Structural plans and details e. MEPF plans f. Typical cross sections g. Cabinetry, doors, and miscellaneous details 3. Consultant shall provide a 65% and 95% construction document cost estimate and updated project schedules. Task 4. Permitting 1. Consultant shall assist City in obtaining all building permits, and other permits as applicable, required for implementation of the work. 2. Consultant shall provide final 100% construction documents, estimated timeline, and cost estimate to the City. All drawings shall be delivered to the City in AutoCAD 2013 or later version and PDF formats. 3. Upon completion of construction documents, Consultant shall provide a final construction cost estimate and a final estimated construction timeline for the Project. Task 5. Construction Administration 1. The Consultant shall provide assistance to City staff (e.g. pre -bid meeting with prospective bidders, issuance of addenda, etc.) during the bidding phase of the project as well as construction phase services to be provided (e.g. attendance to the on-site kick-off meeting, on-site weekly progress meetings, assistance with Requests for Information, review of contractor submittals, review of change order request, periodic construction observation to ensure compliance with design, preparation of record drawings, coordination with City departments and utilities, etc.). 2. The Consultant shall assist the City including but not limited to the following: a. Review and respond to ASIs, RFIs, COs and other construction documentation and issue required documents within five (5) calendar days upon receiving such document. b. Review and respond to reports as required. c. Prepare change order documents. d. Prepare close-out documents including punch lists. e. Coordinate deferred submittals from other design consultants or contractors. f. Prepare and submit a submittal request list noting specification reference, submittal type, responsible parties, status, and if additional City department review is needed (Utilities, Facilities, etc.). 3. Consultant shall start to prepare as-built plans for the project at construction commencement. Contractor will complete and deliver to the City all fire-related as-built items within seven (7) calendar days of any Fire Department inspection approval. Consultant shall complete the as-built plans for the project within thirty (30) calendar days from the day the Notice of Completion is sent to the Contractor. As-built plans shall be delivered to the City in both AutoCAD 2013 or later version and PDF formats. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 569 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 23 of 28 EXHIBIT A-1 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TASK ORDER CONSULTANT shall perform the Services detailed below in accordance with all the terms and conditions of the Agreement referenced in Item 1A below. All exhibits referenced in Item 8 are incorporated into this Task Order by this reference. CONSULTANT shall furnish the necessary facilities, professional, technical and supporting personnel required by this Task Order as described below. CONTRACT NO. OR PURCHASE ORDER REQUISITION NO. (AS APPLICABLE) 1A. MASTER AGREEMENT NO. (MAY BE SAME AS CONTRACT / P.O. NO. ABOVE): 1B. TASK ORDER NO.: 2. CONSULTANT NAME: 3. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: START: COMPLETION: 4 TOTAL TASK ORDER PRICE: $__________________ BALANCE REMAINING IN MASTER AGREEMENT/CONTRACT $_______________ 5. BUDGET CODE_______________ COST CENTER________________ COST ELEMENT______________ WBS/CIP__________ PHASE__________ 6. CITY PROJECT MANAGER’S NAME & DEPARTMENT:_____________________________________ 7. DESCRIPTION OF SCOPE OF SERVICES (Attachment A) MUST INCLUDE: SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES TO BE PROVIDED SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE MAXIMUM COMPENSATION AMOUNT AND RATE SCHEDULE (as applicable) REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES, if any (with “not to exceed” amount) 8. ATTACHMENTS: A: Task Order Scope of Services B (if any): _____________________________ I hereby authorize the performance of the work described in this Task Order. APPROVED: CITY OF PALO ALTO BY:____________________________________ Name __________________________________ Title___________________________________ Date ___________________________________ I hereby acknowledge receipt and acceptance of this Task Order and warrant that I have authority to sign on behalf of Consultant. APPROVED: COMPANY NAME: ______________________ BY:____________________________________ Name __________________________________ Title___________________________________ Date ___________________________________ Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 570 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 24 of 28 EXHIBIT B SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE CONSULTANT shall perform the Services so as to complete each milestone within the number of days/weeks specified below. The time to complete each milestone may be increased or decreased by mutual written agreement of the Project Managers for CONSULTANT and CITY so long as all work is completed within the term of the Agreement. CONSULTANT shall provide a detailed schedule of work consistent with the schedule below within 2 weeks of receipt of the notice to proceed (“NTP”) from the CITY. Milestones Completion Number of Days/Weeks (as specified below) from NTP 1. Task 1: Site Assessment & Schematic Design 3 weeks 2. ARB Study Session Summer/Fall 2026 per ARB calendar 3. Task 2: Design Development 7 weeks 4. Task 3: Construction Documents 15 weeks 5. ARB Major Submittal Winter 2027 6. Task 4: Permitting 19 weeks 7. Invitation for Bid 25 weeks 8. Task 5: Construction Administration 165 weeks Optional Schedule of Performance Provision for On-Call or Additional Services Agreements. (This provision only applies if checked and only applies to on-call agreements per Section 1 or agreements with Additional Services per Section 4.) The schedule of performance shall be as provided in the approved Task Order, as detailed in Section 1 (Scope of Services) in the case of on-call Services, or as detailed in Section 4 in the case of Additional Services, provided in all cases that the schedule of performance shall fall within the term as provided in Section 2 (Term) of this Agreement. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 571 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 25 of 28 EXHIBIT C COMPENSATION CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT for Services performed in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and as set forth in the budget schedule below. Compensation shall be calculated based on the rate schedule attached as Exhibit C-1 up to the not to exceed budget amount for each task set forth below. CITY’s Project Manager may approve in writing the transfer of budget amounts between any of the tasks or categories listed below, provided that the total compensation for the Services, including any specified reimbursable expenses, and the total compensation for Additional Services (if any, per Section 4 of the Agreement) do not exceed the amounts set forth in Section 4 of this Agreement. CONSULTANT agrees to complete all Services, any specified reimbursable expenses, and Additional Services (if any, per Section 4), within this/these amount(s). Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum amount of compensation set forth in this Agreement shall be at no cost to the CITY. BUDGET SCHEDULE TASK NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT CAT WING IMPROVEMENTS Task 1 (Site Assessment and Schematic Design) $26,000 Task 2 (Design Development) $33,600 Task 3 (Construction Documents) $84,600 Task 4 (Permitting) $12,000 Task 5 (Construction Administration) $14,400 Subtotal for Cat Wing Improvements $170,600 DOG KENNEL IMPROVEMENTS Task 1 (Site Assessment and Schematic Design) $3,250 Task 2 (Design Development) $4,200 Task 3 (Construction Documents) $4,700 Task 4 (Permitting) $1,500 Task 5 (Construction Administration) $1,800 Subtotal for Dog Kennel Improvements $15,450 MEDICAL SUITE IMPROVEMENTS Task 1 $3,250 Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 572 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 26 of 28 (Site Assessment and Schematic Design) Task 2 (Design Development) $4,200 Task 3 (Construction Documents) $4,700 Task 4 (Permitting) $1,500 Task 5 (Construction Administration) $1,800 Sub-total for Medical Suite Improvements $15,450 Reimbursable Expenses (if any) $0 Total for Services and Reimbursable Expenses $201,500 Additional Services (if any, per Section 4) $20,150 Maximum Total Compensation $221,650 REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES CONSULTANT’S ordinary business expenses, such as administrative, overhead, administrative support time/overtime, information systems, software and hardware, photocopying, telecommunications (telephone, internet), in-house printing, insurance and other ordinary business expenses, are included within the scope of payment for Services and are not reimbursable expenses hereunder. Reimbursable expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, will be reimbursed at actual cost. The expenses (by type, e.g. travel) for which CONSULTANT will be reimbursed are: NONE up to the not-to-exceed amount of: $0.00. A. Travel outside the San Francisco Bay Area, including transportation and meals, if specified as reimbursable, will be reimbursed at actual cost subject to the City of Palo Alto’s policy for reimbursement of travel and meal expenses. B. Long distance telephone service charges, cellular phone service charges, facsimile transmission and postage charges, if specified as reimbursable, will be reimbursed at actual cost. All requests for reimbursement of expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, shall be accompanied by appropriate backup documentation and information. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 573 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 27 of 28 EXHIBIT D INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS CONSULTANTS TO THE CITY OF PALO ALTO (CITY), AT THEIR SOLE EXPENSE, SHALL FOR THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN INSURANCE IN THE AMOUNTS FOR THE COVERAGE SPECIFIED BELOW, AFFORDED BY COMPANIES WITH AM BEST’S KEY RATING OF A-:VII, OR HIGHER, LICENSED OR AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT INSURANCE BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. AWARD IS CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH CITY’S INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED HEREIN. REQUIRED TYPE OF COVERAGE REQUIREMENT MINIMUM LIMITS EACH OCCURRENCE AGGREGATE YES YES WORKER’S COMPENSATION EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY STATUTORY STATUTORY STATUTORY STATUTORY YES GENERAL LIABILITY, INCLUDING PERSONAL INJURY, BROAD FORM PROPERTY DAMAGE BLANKET CONTRACTUAL, AND FIRE LEGAL LIABILITY BODILY INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY & PROPERTY DAMAGE COMBINED. $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 YES AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY, INCLUDING ALL OWNED, HIRED, NON-OWNED BODILY INJURY - EACH PERSON - EACH OCCURRENCE PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, COMBINED $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 YES PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY, INCLUDING, ERRORS AND OMISSIONS, MALPRACTICE (WHEN APPLICABLE), AND NEGLIGENT PERFORMANCE ALL DAMAGES $1,000,000 YES THE CITY OF PALO ALTO IS TO BE NAMED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED: CONSULTANT, AT ITS SOLE COST AND EXPENSE, SHALL OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN, IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE TERM OF ANY RESULTANT AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COVERAGE HEREIN DESCRIBED, INSURING NOT ONLY CONSULTANT AND ITS SUBCONSULTANTS, IF ANY, BUT ALSO, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION, EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY AND PROFESSIONAL INSURANCE, NAMING AS ADDITIONAL INSUREDS CITY, ITS COUNCIL MEMBERS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES. I. INSURANCE COVERAGE MUST INCLUDE: A. A CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT PROVIDING INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CONSULTANT’S AGREEMENT TO INDEMNIFY CITY. II. THE CONSULTANT MUST SUBMIT CERTIFICATES(S) OF INSURANCE EVIDENCING REQUIRED COVERAGE AT THE FOLLOWING EMAIL: PURCHASINGSUPPORT@PALOALTO.GOV III. ENDORSEMENT PROVISIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE INSURANCE AFFORDED TO ADDITIONAL INSUREDS: A. PRIMARY COVERAGE WITH RESPECT TO CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF THE OPERATIONS OF THE NAMED INSURED, INSURANCE AS AFFORDED BY THIS POLICY IS PRIMARY AND IS NOT ADDITIONAL TO OR CONTRIBUTING WITH ANY OTHER INSURANCE CARRIED BY OR FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ADDITIONAL INSUREDS. Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 574 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 28 of 28 B. CROSS LIABILITY THE NAMING OF MORE THAN ONE PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION AS INSUREDS UNDER THE POLICY SHALL NOT, FOR THAT REASON ALONE, EXTINGUISH ANY RIGHTS OF THE INSURED AGAINST ANOTHER, BUT THIS ENDORSEMENT, AND THE NAMING OF MULTIPLE INSUREDS, SHALL NOT INCREASE THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY UNDER THIS POLICY. C. NOTICE OF CANCELLATION 1. IF THE POLICY IS CANCELED BEFORE ITS EXPIRATION DATE FOR ANY REASON OTHER THAN THE NON-PAYMENT OF PREMIUM, THE CONSULTANT SHALL PROVIDE CITY AT LEAST A THIRTY (30) DAY WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF CANCELLATION. 2. IF THE POLICY IS CANCELED BEFORE ITS EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE NON-PAYMENT OF PREMIUM, THE CONSULTANT SHALL PROVIDE CITY AT LEAST A TEN (10) DAY WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF CANCELLATION. EVIDENCE OF INSURANCE AND OTHER RELATED NOTICES ARE REQUIRED TO BE FILED WITH THE CITY OF PALO ALTO SENT TO THE FOLLOWING EMAIL: PURCHASINGSUPPORT@PALOALTO.GOV Docusign Envelope ID: DF4B440C-D7BA-82A1-80B8-DDF835FCBB07 Item 14 Attachment A - HDA Architects, Inc., Contract C26195541 Item 14: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 575 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2603-6139 TITLE Approval of Professional Services Contract Number C26196545 with Michael Baker International (MBI) for $116,000 in FY 2027 and a Not-to Exceed Amount of $464,000 to Provide Administration and Consulting Services for the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for a Term of Four-Years Through June 2030. CEQA Status: Exempt in Accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute Contract No. C26196545 with Michael Baker International (MBI) to provide administration and consulting services for the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for a term of four-years and a total amount-not-to-exceed $464,000. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On January 13, 2026, a Request for Proposals (RFP) was posted on the OpenGov Portal for administration and consulting services for the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The solicitation period was held for 38 days, with proposals due on February 20, 2026. The City received proposals from three firms: 1) Michael Baker International (MBI) 2), MVN, LLC, and 3) RFM Consulting. After a thorough review of the proposals, MBI was selected based on their extensive CDBG- specific experience and overall quality of their proposal. MBI addressed all the requirements outlined in the RFP. BACKGROUND The CDBG program is a federal program that provides funding to local and state governments for community development activities. The program was created by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and is administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The primary objective of the CDBG program is to provide affordable Item 15 Item 15 Staff Report Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 576 of 1165 housing, improve living conditions, and create economic opportunities for low- and moderate- income households. The program provides grants to eligible communities to support a wide range of activities, including infrastructure development, public facilities and services, and job creation. ANALYSIS Item 15 Item 15 Staff Report Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 577 of 1165 Table 1: Summary of Request for Proposal Proposal Description RFP 196545 CDBG Administration Services Proposed Length of Project 2 Years* Number of Vendors Notified 3,744 Number of Proposal Packages Downloaded 42 Total Days to Respond to Proposal 38 Pre-Proposal Meeting No Pre-Proposal Meeting Date NA Number of Proposals Received 3 Proposal Price Range $6,100 - 240,000 Public Link to Solicitation https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/palo- alto-ca/projects/228204 *The RFP listed the anticipated contract term as two years but staff is recommending a four year term. During the consultant selection process, a heavy emphasis was placed on expertise with CDBG program administration. As noted above, the City relies on a consultant to handle the complex federal regulations and requirements, program guidelines, and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with annual funding allocations and grants. MBI’s proposal met the evaluation criteria identified in the RFP and, following interviews with the top-ranked firms (MBI and MVN, LLC), MBI was identified as the best candidate to assist the City based on its experience with CDBG procedures, consultant team member capacity, and technical expertise in CDBG program administration. MBI has established experience with CDBG administration and submitted a comprehensive proposal that fully addresses service requirements. A four-year CDBG Administration and Consulting contract provides more continuity and reduces the administrative burden on staff compared to a two-year agreement. With a longer contract term, staff avoid frequent procurement cycles, contract negotiations, and onboarding, allowing more time to focus on program compliance. The CDBG Administration and Consulting contract is funded entirely through CDBG administrative funds and does not impact the City’s General Fund or other local resources. City staff continues to closely manage the contract through regular coordination, work product reviews, and expenditure monitoring to ensure alignment with federal requirements and local priorities. For additional details on the services to be provided by MBI, please see Attachment A. Item 15 Item 15 Staff Report Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 578 of 1165 FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 15 Item 15 Staff Report Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 579 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 1 of 22 CITY OF PALO ALTO CONTRACT NO. C26196545 AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL This Agreement for Professional Services (this “Agreement”) is entered into as of the 1st day of July, 2026 (the “Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF PALO ALTO, a California chartered municipal corporation (“CITY”), and MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL, a Pennsylvania Corporation, located at 100 Airside Drive, Moon Township, PA 15108 (“CONSULTANT”). The following recitals are a substantive portion of this Agreement and are fully incorporated herein by this reference: RECITALS A. CITY intends to award a contract for administrative services (the “Project”) and desires to engage a consultant to administer services of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program in connection with the Project (the “Services”, as detailed more fully in Exhibit A). B. CONSULTANT represents that it, its employees and subconsultants, if any, possess the necessary professional expertise, qualifications, and capability, and all required licenses and/or certifications to provide the Services. C. CITY, in reliance on these representations, desires to engage CONSULTANT to provide the Services as more fully described in Exhibit A, entitled “SCOPE OF SERVICES”. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the recitals, covenants, terms, and conditions, in this Agreement, the parties agree as follows: SECTION 1. SCOPE OF SERVICES. CONSULTANT shall perform the Services described in Exhibit A in accordance with the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement. The performance of all Services shall be to the reasonable satisfaction of CITY. SECTION 2. TERM. The term of this Agreement shall be from the effective date of this agreement through June 30, 2029, with a fourth year renewal option, unless terminated earlier pursuant to Section 19 (Termination) of this Agreement. SECTION 3. SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE. Time is of the essence in the performance of Services under this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall complete the Services within the term of this Agreement and in accordance with the schedule set forth in Exhibit B, entitled “SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE”. Any Services for which times for performance are not specified in this Agreement shall be commenced and completed by CONSULTANT in a reasonably prompt and timely manner based upon the circumstances and direction communicated to the CONSULTANT. CITY’s agreement to extend the term or the schedule for performance shall not preclude recovery of damages for delay if the extension is required due to the fault of CONSULTANT. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 580 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 2 of 22 Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform or any impairment to its performance to the extent such failure or impairment is caused by (i) any act of God, fire, flood, natural catastrophe, labor dispute or strike or shortage, national or state emergency, epidemic or pandemic, insurrection, riot, act of terrorism, war, or act of government, and/or (iii) any other event, occurrence or circumstance beyond the reasonable control of either party (each, a “Force Majeure Event”). SECTION 4. NOT TO EXCEED COMPENSATION. The compensation to be paid to CONSULTANT for performance of the Services shall be based on the compensation structure detailed in Exhibit C, entitled “COMPENSATION,” including any reimbursable expenses specified therein, and the maximum total compensation shall not exceed Four Hundred Sixty Four Thousand Dollars ($464,000). The hourly schedule of rates, if applicable, is set out in Exhibit C-1, entitled “SCHEDULE OF RATES.” Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum compensation set forth in this Section 4 shall be at no cost to the CITY. SECTION 5. INVOICES. In order to request payment, CONSULTANT shall submit monthly invoices to the CITY describing the Services performed and the applicable charges (including, if applicable, an identification of personnel who performed the Services, hours worked, hourly rates, and reimbursable expenses), based upon Exhibit C or, as applicable, CONSULTANT’s schedule of rates set forth in Exhibit C-1. If applicable, the invoice shall also describe the percentage of completion of each task. The information in CONSULTANT’s invoices shall be subject to verification by CITY. CONSULTANT shall send all invoices to CITY’s Project Manager at the following electronic mail address: PCEContracts@paloalto.gov. CITY will generally process and pay invoices within thirty (30) days of receipt of an acceptable invoice. SECTION 6. QUALIFICATIONS/STANDARD OF CARE. All Services shall be performed by CONSULTANT or under CONSULTANT’s supervision. CONSULTANT represents that it, its employees and subcontractors, if any, possess the professional and technical personnel necessary to perform the Services required by this Agreement and that the personnel have sufficient skill and experience to perform the Services assigned to them. CONSULTANT represents that it, its employees and subcontractors, if any, have and shall maintain during the term of this Agreement all licenses, permits, qualifications, insurance and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the Services. All Services to be furnished by CONSULTANT under this Agreement shall meet the professional standard and quality that prevail among professionals in the same discipline and of similar knowledge and skill engaged in related work throughout California under the same or similar circumstances. SECTION 7. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS. CONSULTANT shall keep itself informed of and in compliance with all federal, state and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and orders that may affect in any manner the Project or the performance of the Services or those engaged to perform Services under this Agreement, as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall procure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees, and give all notices required by law in the performance of the Services. SECTION 8. ERRORS/OMISSIONS. CONSULTANT is solely responsible for costs, including, but not limited to, increases in the cost of Services, arising from or caused by Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 581 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 3 of 22 CONSULTANT’s errors and omissions, including, but not limited to, the costs of corrections such errors and omissions, any change order markup costs, or costs arising from delay caused by the errors and omissions or unreasonable delay in correcting the errors and omissions. SECTION 9. COST ESTIMATES. If this Agreement pertains to the design of a public works project, CONSULTANT shall submit estimates of probable construction costs at each phase of design submittal. If the total estimated construction cost at any submittal exceeds the CITY’s stated construction budget by ten percent (10%) or more, CONSULTANT shall make recommendations to CITY for aligning the Project design with the budget, incorporate CITY approved recommendations, and revise the design to meet the Project budget, at no additional cost to CITY. SECTION 10. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that CONSULTANT and any agent or employee of CONSULTANT will act as and shall be deemed at all times to be an independent contractor and shall be wholly responsible for the manner in which CONSULTANT performs the Services requested by CITY under this Agreement. CONSULTANT and any agent or employee of CONSULTANT will not have employee status with CITY, nor be entitled to participate in any plans, arrangements, or distributions by CITY pertaining to or in connection with any retirement, health or other benefits that CITY may offer its employees. CONSULTANT will be responsible for all obligations and payments, whether imposed by federal, state or local law, including, but not limited to, FICA, income tax withholdings, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, insurance, and other similar responsibilities related to CONSULTANT’s performance of the Services, or any agent or employee of CONSULTANT providing same. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as creating an employment or agency relationship between CITY and CONSULTANT or any agent or employee of CONSULTANT. Any terms in this Agreement referring to direction from CITY shall be construed as providing for direction as to policy and the result of CONSULTANT’s provision of the Services only, and not as to the means by which such a result is obtained. SECTION 11. ASSIGNMENT. The parties agree that the expertise and experience of CONSULTANT are material considerations for this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall not assign or transfer any interest in this Agreement nor the performance of any of CONSULTANT’s obligations hereunder without the prior written approval of the City Manager. Any purported assignment made without the prior written approval of the City Manager will be void and without effect. Subject to the foregoing, the covenants, terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement will apply to, and will bind, the heirs, successors, executors, administrators and assignees of the parties. SECTION 12. SUBCONTRACTING. Subcontracts Authorized: Notwithstanding Section 11 (Assignment) above, CITY agrees that subcontractors may be used to complete the Services only with prior approval, in writing, including scope of services, cost and performance to be completed within term pursuant to Section 4 of the Agreement. CONSULTANT shall be responsible for directing the work of any subcontractors and for any compensation due to subcontractors. CITY assumes no responsibility whatsoever concerning compensation of subcontractors. CONSULTANT shall be fully responsible to CITY for all acts and omissions of subcontractors. CONSULTANT shall change or add subcontractors only with Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 582 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 4 of 22 the prior written approval of the City Manager or designee. SECTION 13. PROJECT MANAGEMENT. CONSULTANT will assign Lisa Baker, Project Director, Electronic Mail: Lisa.Baker@mbakerintl.com as the CONSULTANT’s Project Manager to have supervisory responsibility for the performance, progress, and execution of the Services and represent CONSULTANT during the day-to-day performance of the Services. If circumstances cause the substitution of the CONSULTANT’s Project Manager or any other of CONSULTANT’s key personnel for any reason, the appointment of a substitute Project Manager and the assignment of any key new or replacement personnel will be subject to the prior written approval of the CITY’s Project Manager. CONSULTANT, at CITY’s request, shall promptly remove CONSULTANT personnel who CITY finds do not perform the Services in an acceptable manner, are uncooperative, or present a threat to the adequate or timely completion of the Services or a threat to the safety of persons or property. CITY’s Project Manager is Coleman Frick, Planning & Development Services Department, 250 Hamilton Ave. Palo Alto, CA, 94301, Telephone: (650) 838-2821, Electronic Mail: coleman.frick@paloalto.gov. CITY’s Project Manager will be CONSULTANT’s point of contact with respect to performance, progress and execution of the Services. CITY may designate an alternate Project Manager from time to time. SECTION 14. OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS. All work product, including without limitation, all writings, drawings, studies, sketches, photographs, plans, reports, specifications, computations, models, recordings, data, documents, and other materials and copyright interests developed under this Agreement, in any form or media, shall be and remain the exclusive property of CITY without restriction or limitation upon their use. CONSULTANT agrees that all copyrights which arise from creation of the work product pursuant to this Agreement are vested in CITY, and CONSULTANT hereby waives and relinquishes all claims to copyright or other intellectual property rights in favor of CITY. Neither CONSULTANT nor its subcontractors, if any, shall make any of such work product available to any individual or organization without the prior written approval of the City Manager or designee. CONSULTANT makes no representation of the suitability of the work product for use in or application to circumstances not contemplated by the Scope of Services. SECTION 15. AUDITS. CONSULTANT agrees to permit CITY and its authorized representatives to audit, at any reasonable time during the term of this Agreement and for four (4) years from the date of final payment, CONSULTANT’s records pertaining to matters covered by this Agreement, including without limitation records demonstrating compliance with the requirements of Section 10 (Independent Contractor). CONSULTANT further agrees to maintain and retain accurate books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for at least four (4) years after the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement or the completion of any audit hereunder, whichever is later. SECTION 16. INDEMNITY. 16.1. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY, its Council members, officers, employees and agents (each an “Indemnified Party”) from and against any and all demands, claims, or liability of any nature, including death or injury to any person, property damage or any other loss, including all costs and Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 583 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 5 of 22 expenses of whatever nature including attorney’s fees, experts fees, court costs and disbursements (“Claims”) resulting from, arising out of or in any manner related to performance or nonperformance by CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents or contractors under this Agreement, regardless of whether or not it is caused in part by an Indemnified Party. 16.2. Notwithstanding the above, nothing in this Section 16 shall be construed to require CONSULTANT to indemnify an Indemnified Party from a Claim arising from the active negligence or willful misconduct of an Indemnified Party that is not contributed to by any act of, or by any omission to perform a duty imposed by law or agreement by, CONSULTANT, its officers, employees, agents or contractors under this Agreement. 16.3. The acceptance of CONSULTANT’s Services and duties by CITY shall not operate as a waiver of the right of indemnification. The provisions of this Section 16 shall survive the expiration or early termination of this Agreement. SECTION 17. WAIVERS. No waiver of a condition or nonperformance of an obligation under this Agreement is effective unless it is in writing in accordance with Section 29.4 of this Agreement. No delay or failure to require performance of any provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of that provision as to that or any other instance. Any waiver granted shall apply solely to the specific instance expressly stated. No single or partial exercise of any right or remedy will preclude any other or further exercise of any right or remedy. SECTION 18. INSURANCE. 18.1. CONSULTANT, at its sole cost and expense, shall obtain and maintain, in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, the insurance coverage described in Exhibit D, entitled “INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS”. CONSULTANT and its contractors, if any, shall obtain a policy endorsement naming CITY as an additional insured under any general liability or automobile policy or policies. 18.2. All insurance coverage required hereunder shall be provided through carriers with AM Best’s Key Rating Guide ratings of A-:VII or higher which are licensed or authorized to transact insurance business in the State of California. Any and all contractors of CONSULTANT retained to perform Services under this Agreement will obtain and maintain, in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement, identical insurance coverage, naming CITY as an additional insured under such policies as required above. 18.3. Certificates evidencing such insurance shall be filed with CITY concurrently with the execution of this Agreement. The certificates will be subject to the approval of CITY’s Risk Manager and will contain an endorsement stating that the insurance is primary coverage and will not be canceled, or materially reduced in coverage or limits, by the insurer except after filing with the Purchasing Manager thirty (30) days’ prior written notice of the cancellation or modification. If the insurer cancels or modifies the insurance and provides less than thirty (30) days’ notice to CONSULTANT, CONSULTANT shall provide the Purchasing Manager written notice of the cancellation or modification within two (2) business days of the CONSULTANT’s receipt of such notice. CONSULTANT shall be responsible for ensuring that current certificates evidencing the insurance are provided to CITY’s Chief Procurement Officer during the entire term of this Agreement. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 584 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 6 of 22 18.4. The procuring of such required policy or policies of insurance will not be construed to limit CONSULTANT’s liability hereunder nor to fulfill the indemnification provisions of this Agreement. Notwithstanding the policy or policies of insurance, CONSULTANT will be obligated for the full and total amount of any damage, injury, or loss caused by or directly arising as a result of the Services performed under this Agreement, including such damage, injury, or loss arising after the Agreement is terminated or the term has expired. SECTION 19. TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION OF AGREEMENT OR SERVICES. 19.1. The City Manager may suspend the performance of the Services, in whole or in part, or terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, by giving ten (10) days prior written notice thereof to CONSULTANT. If CONSULTANT fails to perform any of its material obligations under this Agreement, in addition to all other remedies provided under this Agreement or at law, the City Manager may terminate this Agreement sooner upon written notice of termination. Upon receipt of any notice of suspension or termination, CONSULTANT will discontinue its performance of the Services on the effective date in the notice of suspension or termination. 19.2. In event of suspension or termination, CONSULTANT will deliver to the City Manager on or before the effective date in the notice of suspension or termination, any and all work product, as detailed in Section 14 (Ownership of Materials), whether or not completed, prepared by CONSULTANT or its contractors, if any, in the performance of this Agreement. Such work product is the property of CITY, as detailed in Section 14 (Ownership of Materials). 19.3. In event of suspension or termination, CONSULTANT will be paid for the Services rendered and work products delivered to CITY in accordance with the Scope of Services up to the effective date in the notice of suspension or termination; provided, however, if this Agreement is suspended or terminated on account of a default by CONSULTANT, CITY will be obligated to compensate CONSULTANT only for that portion of CONSULTANT’s Services provided in material conformity with this Agreement as such determination is made by the City Manager acting in the reasonable exercise of his/her discretion. The following Sections will survive any expiration or termination of this Agreement: 14, 15, 16, 17, 19.2, 19.3, 19.4, 20, 25, 27, 28, 29 and 30. 19.4. No payment, partial payment, acceptance, or partial acceptance by CITY will operate as a waiver on the part of CITY of any of its rights under this Agreement, unless made in accordance with Section 17 (Waivers). SECTION 20. NOTICES. All notices hereunder will be given in writing and mailed, postage prepaid, by certified mail, addressed as follows: To CITY: Office of the City Clerk City of Palo Alto Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 585 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 7 of 22 Post Office Box 10250 Palo Alto, CA 94303 With a copy to the Purchasing Manager To CONSULTANT: Attention of the Project Manager at the address of CONSULTANT recited on the first page of this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall provide written notice to CITY of any change of address. SECTION 21. CONFLICT OF INTEREST. 21.1. In executing this Agreement, CONSULTANT covenants that it presently has no interest, and will not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, financial or otherwise, which would conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of the Services. 21.2. CONSULTANT further covenants that, in the performance of this Agreement, it will not employ subcontractors or other persons or parties having such an interest. CONSULTANT certifies that no person who has or will have any financial interest under this Agreement is an officer or employee of CITY; this provision will be interpreted in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Palo Alto Municipal Code and the Government Code of the State of California, as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT agrees to notify CITY if any conflict arises. 21.3. If the CONSULTANT meets the definition of a “Consultant” as defined by the Regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission, CONSULTANT will file the appropriate financial disclosure documents required by the Palo Alto Municipal Code and the Political Reform Act of 1974, as amended from time to time. SECTION 22. NONDISCRIMINATION; COMPLIANCE WITH ADA. 22.1. As set forth in Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 2.30.510, as amended from time to time, CONSULTANT certifies that in the performance of this Agreement, it shall not discriminate in the employment of any person due to that person’s race, skin color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information or condition, housing status, marital status, familial status, weight or height of such person. CONSULTANT acknowledges that it has read and understands the provisions of Section 2.30.510 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code relating to Nondiscrimination Requirements and the penalties for violation thereof, and agrees to meet all requirements of Section 2.30.510 pertaining to nondiscrimination in employment. 22.2. CONSULTANT understands and agrees that pursuant to the Americans Disabilities Act (“ADA”), programs, services and other activities provided by a public entity to the public, whether directly or through a contractor or subcontractor, are required to be accessible to the disabled public. CONSULTANT will provide the Services specified in this Agreement in a manner that complies with the ADA and any other applicable federal, state and local disability rights laws and regulations, as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT will not discriminate against persons with disabilities in the provision of services, benefits or activities provided under Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 586 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 8 of 22 this Agreement. SECTION 23. ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERRED PURCHASING AND ZERO WASTE REQUIREMENTS. CONSULTANT shall comply with the CITY’s Environmentally Preferred Purchasing policies which are available at CITY’s Purchasing Department, hereby incorporated by reference and as amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall comply with waste reduction, reuse, recycling and disposal requirements of CITY’s Zero Waste Program. Zero Waste best practices include, first, minimizing and reducing waste; second, reusing waste; and, third, recycling or composting waste. In particular, CONSULTANT shall comply with the following Zero Waste requirements: (a) All printed materials provided by CONSULTANT to CITY generated from a personal computer and printer including but not limited to, proposals, quotes, invoices, reports, and public education materials, shall be double-sided and printed on a minimum of 30% or greater post-consumer content paper, unless otherwise approved by CITY’s Project Manager. Any submitted materials printed by a professional printing company shall be a minimum of 30% or greater post-consumer material and printed with vegetable-based inks. (b) Goods purchased by CONSULTANT on behalf of CITY shall be purchased in accordance with CITY’s Environmental Purchasing Policy including but not limited to Extended Producer Responsibility requirements for products and packaging. A copy of this policy is on file at the Purchasing Department’s office. (c) Reusable/returnable pallets shall be taken back by CONSULTANT, at no additional cost to CITY, for reuse or recycling. CONSULTANT shall provide documentation from the facility accepting the pallets to verify that pallets are not being disposed. SECTION 24. COMPLIANCE WITH PALO ALTO MINIMUM WAGE ORDINANCE. CONSULTANT shall comply with all requirements of the Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 4.62 (Citywide Minimum Wage), as amended from time to time. In particular, for any employee otherwise entitled to the State minimum wage, who performs at least two (2) hours of work in a calendar week within the geographic boundaries of the City, CONSULTANT shall pay such employees no less than the minimum wage set forth in Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 4.62.030 for each hour worked within the geographic boundaries of the City of Palo Alto. In addition, CONSULTANT shall post notices regarding the Palo Alto Minimum Wage Ordinance in accordance with Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 4.62.060. SECTION 25. NON-APPROPRIATION. This Agreement is subject to the fiscal provisions of the Charter of the City of Palo Alto and the Palo Alto Municipal Code, as amended from time to time. This Agreement will terminate without any penalty (a) at the end of any fiscal year in the event that funds are not appropriated for the following fiscal year, or (b) at any time within a fiscal year in the event that funds are only appropriated for a portion of the fiscal year and funds for this Agreement are no longer available. This Section shall take precedence in the event of a conflict with any other covenant, term, condition, or provision of this Agreement. SECTION 26. PREVAILING WAGES AND DIR REGISTRATION FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS. 26.1. This Project is not subject to prevailing wages and related requirements. CONSULTANT is not required to pay prevailing wages and meet related requirements under the California Labor Code and California Code of Regulations in the Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 587 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 9 of 22 performance and implementation of the Project if the contract: (1) is not a public works contract; (2) is for a public works construction project of $25,000 or less, per California Labor Code Sections 1782(d)(1), 1725.5(f) and 1773.3(j); or (3) is for a public works alteration, demolition, repair, or maintenance project of $15,000 or less, per California Labor Code Sections 1782(d)(1), 1725.5(f) and 1773.3(j). SECTION 27. CLAIMS PROCEDURE FOR “9204 PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS”. For purposes of this Section 27, a “9204 Public Works Project” means the erection, construction, alteration, repair, or improvement of any public structure, building, road, or other public improvement of any kind. (Cal. Pub. Cont. Code § 9204.) Per California Public Contract Code Section 9204, for Public Works Projects, certain claims procedures shall apply, as set forth in Exhibit F, entitled “Claims for Public Contract Code Section 9204 Public Works Projects”. This Project is not a 9204 Public Works Project. SECTION 28. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION. 28.1. In the performance of this Agreement, CONSULTANT may have access to CITY’s Confidential Information (defined below). CONSULTANT will hold Confidential Information in strict confidence, not disclose it to any third party, and will use it only for the performance of its obligations to CITY under this Agreement and for no other purpose. CONSULTANT will maintain reasonable and appropriate administrative, technical and physical safeguards to ensure the security, confidentiality and integrity of the Confidential Information. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CONSULTANT may disclose Confidential Information to its employees, agents and subcontractors, if any, to the extent they have a need to know in order to perform CONSULTANT’s obligations to CITY under this Agreement and for no other purpose, provided that the CONSULTANT informs them of, and requires them to follow, the confidentiality and security obligations of this Agreement. 28.2. “Confidential Information” means all data, information (including without limitation “Personal Information” about a California resident as defined in Civil Code Section 1798 et seq., as amended from time to time) and materials, in any form or media, tangible or intangible, provided or otherwise made available to CONSULTANT by CITY, directly or indirectly, pursuant to this Agreement. Confidential Information excludes information that CONSULTANT can show by appropriate documentation: (i) was publicly known at the time it was provided or has subsequently become publicly known other than by a breach of this Agreement; (ii) was rightfully in CONSULTANT’s possession free of any obligation of confidence prior to receipt of Confidential Information; (iii) is rightfully obtained by CONSULTANT from a third party without breach of any confidentiality obligation; (iv) is independently developed by employees of CONSULTANT without any use of or access to the Confidential Information; or (v) CONSULTANT has written consent to disclose signed by an authorized representative of CITY. 28.3. Notwithstanding the foregoing, CONSULTANT may disclose Confidential Information to the extent required by order of a court of competent jurisdiction or governmental body, provided that CONSULTANT will notify CITY in writing of such order immediately upon Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 588 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 10 of 22 receipt and prior to any such disclosure (unless CONSULTANT is prohibited by law from doing so), to give CITY an opportunity to oppose or otherwise respond to such order. 28.4. CONSULTANT will notify City promptly upon learning of any breach in the security of its systems or unauthorized disclosure of, or access to, Confidential Information in its possession or control, and if such Confidential Information consists of Personal Information, CONSULTANT will provide information to CITY sufficient to meet the notice requirements of Civil Code Section 1798 et seq., as applicable, as amended from time to time. 28.5. Prior to or upon termination or expiration of this Agreement, CONSULTANT will honor any request from the CITY to return or securely destroy all copies of Confidential Information. All Confidential Information is and will remain the property of the CITY and nothing contained in this Agreement grants or confers any rights to such Confidential Information on CONSULTANT. 28.6. If selected in Section 30 (Exhibits), this Agreement is also subject to the terms and conditions of the Information Privacy Policy and Cybersecurity Terms and Conditions. SECTION 29. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS. 29.1. This Agreement will be governed by California law, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. 29.2. In the event that an action is brought, the parties agree that trial of such action will be vested exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of Santa Clara, State of California. 29.3. The prevailing party in any action brought to enforce the provisions of this Agreement may recover its reasonable costs and attorneys’ fees expended in connection with that action. The prevailing party shall be entitled to recover an amount equal to the fair market value of legal services provided by attorneys employed by it as well as any attorneys’ fees paid to third parties. 29.4. This Agreement, including all exhibits, constitutes the entire and integrated agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement, and supersedes all prior agreements, negotiations, representations, statements and undertakings, either oral or written. This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument, which is signed by the authorized representatives of the parties and approved as required under Palo Alto Municipal Code, as amended from time to time. 29.5. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this Agreement is void or unenforceable, the unaffected provisions of this Agreement will remain in full force and effect. 29.6. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement and the exhibits hereto (per Section 30) or CONSULTANT’s proposal (if any), the Agreement shall control. In the event of a conflict between the exhibits hereto and CONSULTANT’s proposal (if any), the exhibits shall control. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 589 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 11 of 22 29.7. The provisions of all checked boxes in this Agreement shall apply to this Agreement; the provisions of any unchecked boxes shall not apply to this Agreement. 29.8. All section headings contained in this Agreement are for convenience and reference only and are not intended to define or limit the scope of any provision of this Agreement. 29.9. This Agreement may be signed in multiple counterparts, which, when executed by the authorized representatives of the parties, shall together constitute a single binding agreement. SECTION 30. EXHIBITS. Each of the following exhibits, if the check box for such exhibit is selected below, is hereby attached and incorporated into this Agreement by reference as though fully set forth herein: EXHIBIT A: SCOPE OF SERVICES EXHIBIT A-1 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TASK ORDER EXHIBIT B: SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE EXHIBIT C: COMPENSATION EXHIBIT C-1: SCHEDULE OF RATES EXHIBIT D: INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS THIS AGREEMENT IS NOT COMPLETE UNLESS ALL SELECTED EXHIBITS ARE ATTACHED. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 590 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 12 of 22 CONTRACT No. C26196545 SIGNATURE PAGE IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have by their duly authorized representatives executed this Agreement as of the date first above written. CITY OF PALO ALTO ____________________________ City Manager APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Attorney CONSULTANT MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL Officer 1 By: ________________________________ Name: Fareeha Kibriya Title: Vice President fareeha.kibriya@mbakerintl.com Officer 2 (Required for Corp. or LLC) By: ________________________________ Name: Richard Beck Title: Assistant Secretary rbeck@mbakerintl.com Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 591 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 13 of 22 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES CONSULTANT shall provide the Services detailed in this Exhibit A, entitled “SCOPE OF SERVICES”. Notwithstanding any provision herein to the contrary, CONSULTANT’s duties and services described in this Scope of Services shall not include preparing or assisting CITY with any portion of CITY’s preparation of a request for proposals, request for qualifications, or any other solicitation regarding a subsequent or additional contract with CITY. CITY shall at all times retain responsibility for public contracting, including with respect to any subsequent phase of this project. CONSULTANT’s participation in the planning, discussions, or drawing of project plans or specifications shall be limited to conceptual, preliminary, or initial plans or specifications. CONSULTANT shall cooperate with CITY to ensure that all bidders for a subsequent contract on any subsequent phase of this project have access to the same information, including all conceptual, preliminary, or initial plans or specifications prepared by CONSULTANT pursuant to this Scope of Services. CONSULTANT shall provide professional services for the City’s administration services for the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Task 1 - Reporting 1. Prepare and submit the required program plans and certifications to HUD: a. Annual Action Plan (including FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28 plan preparation, Human Relations Commission compliance, IDIS submission). b. CAPER (Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report-FY 25-26; FY 26-27). c. Substantial Amendments, as needed, limited to one per program year. 2. Develop, implement, and administer eligible CDBG programs and activities. 3. Prepare and implement all public outreach programs and public participation (including public notice) under the CDBG program consistent with the City’s Citizen Participation Plan (CPP). 4. Ensure compliance with the national objectives as required by HUD. 5. Prepare reports in a timely manner to meet HUD/CDBG mandated report submittal dates. Task 2 - Environmental Review Record (ERR) 1. Review applications and projects for compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)/CDBG Environmental Review Requirements 2. ERR completion for activities approved for Program Years using HUD Environmental Review Online System (HEROS): FY 2026-27 and FY 2027-28 a. Prepare documentation for environmental clearance as required for CDBG projects, including support documents such as completed checklist, technical studies, reference maps, letters from State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO), and mailing receipts for categorical exemptions. b. Prepare Categorical Exclusion Subject To (CEST) and Environmental Assessments (EA). c. Prepare all documents required by the CDBG Program for the City to receive the Authority to Use Grant Funds (AUGF) from HUD. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 592 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 14 of 22 Task 3 - Monitoring 1. Fully administer CDBG Entitlement Program. 2. Ensure labor compliance by ensuring public works/improvement projects using CDBG funds comply with CDBG regulations and Section 3 requirements. 3. Ensure labor compliance through project schedule, bid process, pre & post award, employee interviews, and reviewing certified payrolls for compliance with labor standards and prevailing wages for various projects. 4. Coordination and outreach to internal staff to facilitate public improvement programs with Public Works and other City staff. 5. Conduct annual subrecipient programmatic and financial monitoring including: prepare monitoring letters, client file review, monitoring work sessions, technical assistance, follow-up monitoring needs and final monitoring report. 6. Ensure City file management by retaining and organizing City files and providing quarterly file management and annual record transfers. 7. Review bid documents and check for compliance with Section 3, Minority Business Enterprise/ Small Business Enterprise/Women Business Enterprise (MBE/SBE/WBE), Davis-Bacon, Form 4710, and other applicable HUD regulations for Capital Improvement Projects. 8. Consultant shall establish and maintain administrative files that shall be transmitted to the City at the end of the program year or upon request (i.e., fully executed funding agreements, quarterly reimbursement requests/reports, end of year reports, etc.). 9. Update the City’s CDBG policies and procedures as needed. Task 4 - Financial 1. Complete Subrecipient-Quarterly Reports and Invoice Review to ensure contract and HUD compliance, Annual Subrecipient-Contracts, Manuals/Policies Updates, Monthly Budget, CDBG Drawdown Requests, Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) Management activity setup and accomplishments. 2. Assist City staff in maintaining information in IDIS. 3. Prepare monthly budgets and provide updates at weekly status meetings. 4. Review and input subrecipient accomplishments based on quarterly reports into IDIS. 5. Assist with the preparation of drawdowns. 6. Provide general CDBG administrative services and subrecipient technical support. 7. Review and process invoices from program subrecipients. 8. Facilitate communication between the City and HUD. 9. Update federal regulations policy/procedure manuals, as necessary. 10. Provide the City with technical assistance regarding regulatory, program, financial compliance to federal laws. 11. Completion and submission of all financial and performance reports required by the program (e.g., monthly, quarterly, annual, close- out, etc.). 12. Prepare all CDBG drawdown requests and will ensure that the City receives participating expenditure reimbursements as expeditiously as possible. Task 5 - Other Services 1. Complete Unplanned/Substantial Amendment ERR(s) 2. Act as the primary point of contact for the public and City staff for all CDBG program questions. 3. Maintain regular communications with the City’s HUD representative and attend check- Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 593 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 15 of 22 in meetings as needed. 4. Prepare staff reports and presentations for public meetings related to the CDBG Program. 5. Attend all CDBG public meetings and provide presentations and respond to program questions at those public meetings. 6. Prepare all CDBG related ad language and submit to the newspaper; City will cover cost of advertising. 7. Assign one primary point-of-contact to work with City staff. 8. Respond to or acknowledge written and verbal inquiries from City staff or members of the public within 24 hours. This includes responses to regulatory, program compliance, and financial questions from City staff and subrecipients. 9. Provide regular updates to the CDBG web page in coordination with City staff. 10. Maintain a shared document for an on-going task list for program management that includes weekly status updates. 11. Meet with City staff for a weekly status check-in as needed. 12. Proactively provide streamlining and process improvement suggestions for administering the CDBG program. 13. Provide detailed monthly invoices noting which staff members are charging time and the associated tasks and respective hours. Note: The parties acknowledge that the following tasks are not included in the regular Scope of Work and shall not be performed as part of the administrative services under this Agreement: • Public improvement or other construction projects not included in the Annual Action Plans that require labor standards compliance and monitoring. • Substantial amendments beyond the single substantial amendment identified in Task 1 - Reporting. • Environmental review services for projects requiring an Environmental Assessment level of review, or categorical exclusions requiring detailed technical studies (i.e., historic preservation evaluations, floodplain reports, etc.) or reviews for activities not included in the Annual Action Plans. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 594 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 16 of 22 EXHIBIT B SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE CONSULTANT shall perform the Services so as to complete each milestone within the number of days/weeks specified below. The time to complete each milestone may be increased or decreased by mutual written agreement of the Project Managers for CONSULTANT and CITY so long as all work is completed within the term of the Agreement. TASKS SCHEDULE CONSULTANT and CITY’s Project Manager CONSULTANT and CITY’s Project Manager CONSULTANT and CITY’s Project Manager CONSULTANT and CITY’s Project Manager CONSULTANT and CITY’s Project Manager General Annual Calendar/Activity: Month Activity July Subrecipient management – Review/assist with other HUD-funded programs as August and uploaded to IDIS – Subrecipient management – Draft CAPER – Review/assist September Staff assistance with CDBG Program compliance – Subrecipient management – Final CAPER – Review/assist with other HUD-funded programs as needed October Program compliance – CDBG program guidelines – Review/assist with other November Staff assistance with CDBG Program compliance – CDBG program guidelines – Review/assist with other HUD-funded programs as needed December Review of construction projects for HUD compliance – Review/assist with other Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 595 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 17 of 22 Month Activity January assistance with CDBG Program compliance – CDBG program guidelines – of construction projects for HUD compliance – Review/assist with other HUD- February compliance – Review of construction projects for HUD compliance – March April preparation – Staff assistance with CDBG Program compliance – Review/assist May June Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 596 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 18 of 22 EXHIBIT C COMPENSATION CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT for Services performed in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, and as set forth in the budget schedule below. Compensation shall be calculated based on the rate schedule attached as Exhibit C-1 up to the not to exceed budget amount for each task set forth below. CITY’s Project Manager may approve in writing the transfer of budget amounts between any of the tasks or categories listed below, provided that the total compensation for the Services, including any specified reimbursable expenses, and the total compensation for Additional Services (if any, per Section 4 of the Agreement) do not exceed the amounts set forth in Section 4 of this Agreement. CONSULTANT agrees to complete all Services, any specified reimbursable expenses, and Additional Services (if any, per Section 4), within this/these amount(s). Any work performed or expenses incurred for which payment would result in a total exceeding the maximum amount of compensation set forth in this Agreement shall be at no cost to the CITY. BUDGET SCHEDULE TASK NOT TO EXCEED AMOUNT 113,800.00 / Year 2,200.00 / Year Total for Services and Reimbursable Expenses $116,000.00 / Year Maximum Compensation per Year $116,000.00 / Year Total Maximum Compensation (4 Years) $464,000.00 REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES CONSULTANT’S ordinary business expenses, such as administrative, overhead, administrative support time/overtime, information systems, software and hardware, photocopying, telecommunications (telephone, internet), in-house printing, insurance and other ordinary business expenses, are included within the scope of payment for Services and are not reimbursable expenses hereunder. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 597 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 19 of 22 Reimbursable expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, will be reimbursed at actual cost. The expenses (by type, e.g. travel) for which CONSULTANT will be reimbursed are: mileage and others administrative expenses up to the not-to-exceed amount of: $8,800.00 ($2,200/year). A. Travel outside the San Francisco Bay Area, including transportation and meals, if specified as reimbursable, will be reimbursed at actual cost subject to the City of Palo Alto’s policy for reimbursement of travel and meal expenses. B. Long distance telephone service charges, cellular phone service charges, facsimile transmission and postage charges, if specified as reimbursable, will be reimbursed at actual cost. All requests for reimbursement of expenses, if any are specified as reimbursable under this section, shall be accompanied by appropriate backup documentation and information. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 598 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 20 of 22 EXHIBIT C-1 SCHEDULE OF RATES CITY and CONSULTANT may at any time mutually agree to add new position titles, rates, and adjust listed rates so long as the changes do not increase the Not to Exceed compensation amount as specified in Section 4 of the Agreement. CONSULTANT’s schedule of rates is as follows: Position / Role Hourly Rate Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 599 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 21 of 22 EXHIBIT D INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS CONSULTANTS TO THE CITY OF PALO ALTO (CITY), AT THEIR SOLE EXPENSE, SHALL FOR THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN INSURANCE IN THE AMOUNTS FOR THE COVERAGE SPECIFIED BELOW, AFFORDED BY COMPANIES WITH AM BEST’S KEY RATING OF A-:VII, OR HIGHER, LICENSED OR AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT INSURANCE BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. AWARD IS CONTINGENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH CITY’S INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED HEREIN. REQUIRED TYPE OF COVERAGE REQUIREMENT MINIMUM LIMITS EACH OCCURRENCE AGGREGATE YES YES WORKER’S COMPENSATION EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY STATUTORY STATUTORY STATUTORY STATUTORY YES GENERAL LIABILITY, INCLUDING PERSONAL INJURY, BROAD FORM PROPERTY DAMAGE BLANKET CONTRACTUAL, AND FIRE LEGAL LIABILITY BODILY INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY & PROPERTY DAMAGE COMBINED. $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 YES AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY, INCLUDING ALL OWNED, HIRED, NON-OWNED BODILY INJURY - EACH PERSON - EACH OCCURRENCE PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, COMBINED $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000 YES PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY, INCLUDING, ERRORS AND OMISSIONS, MALPRACTICE (WHEN APPLICABLE), AND NEGLIGENT PERFORMANCE ALL DAMAGES $1,000,000 YES THE CITY OF PALO ALTO IS TO BE NAMED AS AN ADDITIONAL INSURED: CONSULTANT, AT ITS SOLE COST AND EXPENSE, SHALL OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN, IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE TERM OF ANY RESULTANT AGREEMENT, THE INSURANCE COVERAGE HEREIN DESCRIBED, INSURING NOT ONLY CONSULTANT COMPENSATION, EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY AND PROFESSIONAL INSURANCE, NAMING AS ADDITIONAL INSUREDS CITY, ITS COUNCIL MEMBERS, OFFICERS, AGENTS, AND EMPLOYEES. I. INSURANCE COVERAGE MUST INCLUDE: A. A CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY ENDORSEMENT PROVIDING INSURANCE COVERAGE FOR CONSULTANT’S AGREEMENT TO INDEMNIFY CITY. II. THE CONSULTANT MUST SUBMIT CERTIFICATES(S) OF INSURANCE EVIDENCING REQUIRED COVERAGE AT THE FOLLOWING EMAIL: PURCHASINGSUPPORT@CITYOFPALOALTO.ORG III. ENDORSEMENT PROVISIONS WITH RESPECT TO THE INSURANCE AFFORDED TO ADDITIONAL INSUREDS: A. PRIMARY COVERAGE WITH RESPECT TO CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF THE OPERATIONS OF THE NAMED INSURED, INSURANCE AS AFFORDED BY THIS POLICY IS PRIMARY AND IS NOT ADDITIONAL TO OR CONTRIBUTING WITH ANY OTHER INSURANCE CARRIED BY OR FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ADDITIONAL INSUREDS. Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 600 of 1165 Professional Services Rev. Oct 16,2024 Page 22 of 22 B. CROSS LIABILITY THE NAMING OF MORE THAN ONE PERSON, FIRM, OR CORPORATION AS INSUREDS UNDER THE POLICY SHALL NOT, FOR THAT REASON ALONE, EXTINGUISH ANY RIGHTS OF THE INSURED AGAINST ANOTHER, BUT THIS ENDORSEMENT, AND THE NAMING OF MULTIPLE INSUREDS, SHALL NOT INCREASE THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY UNDER THIS POLICY. C. NOTICE OF CANCELLATION 1. IF THE POLICY IS CANCELED BEFORE ITS EXPIRATION DATE FOR ANY REASON OTHER THAN THE NON-PAYMENT OF PREMIUM, THE CONSULTANT SHALL PROVIDE CITY AT LEAST A THIRTY (30) DAY WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF CANCELLATION. 2. IF THE POLICY IS CANCELED BEFORE ITS EXPIRATION DATE FOR THE NON-PAYMENT OF PREMIUM, THE CONSULTANT SHALL PROVIDE CITY AT LEAST A TEN (10) DAY WRITTEN NOTICE BEFORE THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF CANCELLATION. EVIDENCE OF INSURANCE AND OTHER RELATED NOTICES ARE REQUIRED TO BE FILED WITH THE CITY OF PALO ALTO SENT TO THE FOLLOWING EMAIL: PURCHASINGSUPPORT@CITYOFPALOALTO.ORG Docusign Envelope ID: BABA8F04-904D-4DC2-8538-B00A420A4AB0 Item 15 Attachment A - Michael Baker International, Contract C26196545 Item 15: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 601 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2512-5620 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING / QUASI-JUDICIAL. 929 Laurel Glenn Dr [25PLN-00005]: Adoption of a Record of Land Use Action Approving a Major Site and Design Application for the Construction of a New 6,581-Square-Foot Single-Family Residence and Associated Site Improvements on a Vacant 4.23-Acre Site. CEQA Status: Exempt Per CEQA Guidelines Section 15303. Zoning District: Open Space (OS). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend the City Council: 1. Consider the project exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303; and 2. Adopt the Record of Land Use Action approving the Major Site and Design Review application for a New Single-Family Residence and Associated Site Improvements on a Vacant lot (Attachment B). EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The applicant requests approval of a Major Site and Design Review application for a new two- story residence on a vacant 4.23-acre site in the Open Space (OS) zoning district. Site and Design Review1 provides a process to evaluate development in environmentally and ecologically sensitive areas, ensuring that projects are harmonious with surrounding uses, compatible with environmental objectives, and consistent with the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan. Single-family residences in the OS district are reviewed by the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC), which forwards a recommendation to the City Council. On February 11, 2026, the PTC recommended approval of the project, with conditions, as detailed further in this report. The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303. 1 More information about Site and Design reviews is available online from the City’s published zoning code regulations: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/paloalto/latest/paloalto_ca/0-0-0-79449 Item 16 Item 16 Staff Report Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 602 of 1165 BACKGROUND 3,4 The PTC’S motion included the following recommendations: 5 (Note: The Bird-Friendly Design Ordinance was approved by Council on March 16, 2026, and, following the second reading, became effective May 7, 2026). DISCUSSION 3 Link to February 11, 2026 PTC meeting staff report: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=85394&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto 4 Link to February 11, 2026 PTC meeting summary minutes: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=19282&compileOutputType=1 5 Bird-Friendly Design Ordinance: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Current- Planning/Ordinances-Maps-Guidelines-Standards/Bird-Friendly-Design-Ordinance Item 16 Item 16 Staff Report Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 603 of 1165 guidelines for this area. Overall staff finds that the project is consistent with these requirements, as detailed further below. The project is consistent with Policies N-1.1, N-1.2, and N-1.3 because development is clustered on the flattest portion of the site, substantial areas of private open space are retained, and removed trees are replaced with native oak species in accordance with the City’s Tree Technical Manual, supporting habitat value, ecological continuity and wildlife habitat. The project is consistent with Policies N-1.4, N-1.5, and N-1.6, the residence is sited more than 500 feet from Arastradero Creek, outside riparian corridors, and avoids direct disturbance to creek resources and special-status habitats. Project review ensures construction and operation would not adversely affect sensitive biological resources. The project aligns with Policies N-1.8 and N-1.9 addressing the natural character of the foothills. The residence is located away from ridgelines and hilltops, oriented parallel to Laurel Glen Drive, and set back approximately 74 feet from the roadway. Building massing follows natural topography, grading is minimized, and access is provided via a rural-style permeable concrete and concrete driveway, reducing visual prominence and impervious surface area. Exterior materials and colors are subdued, exterior lighting is low-intensity and shielded, and existing vegetation, including protected trees, is retained to the extent feasible to ensure the project visually blends with its surroundings. Item 16 Item 16 Staff Report Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 604 of 1165 development is designed to minimize environmental impacts and maintain compatibility with the surrounding natural setting. As detailed in Attachment C, staff finds the proposed project consistent with the applicable development standards of the OS zoning district, including allowable land use, site design, and environmental performance criteria. Exterior Colors and Visual Camouflage: The PTC recommended that the applicant work with neighboring property owners to ensure that exterior colors are sufficiently subdued to reduce the building’s visual prominence. Following further coordinate and feedback from the neighbor in response to the PTC’s recommendation, the applicant revised the proposed stucco palette to incorporate muted earth-tone colors designed to blend with the surrounding topography and vegetation. Item 16 Item 16 Staff Report Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 605 of 1165 Lighting Ordinance Compliance: The PTC recommended compliance with the recently adopted Ordinance No. 5692 and consideration of interior light spillage. The applicant has revised the lighting plan to include fully shielded, downward-directed fixtures and reduced lumen outputs consistent with the new lighting ordinance requirements. Bird-Safe Design Measures: The PTC recommended incorporation of bird-safe design measures consistent with the intent of the draft Bird-Friendly Building Ordinance. In particular, the PTC identified large, uninterrupted glass surfaces (e.g., windows W15 and W10, and doors D1, D5, and D6) as potential bird hazards and recommended treatment to reduce reflectivity and transparency. The Commission also emphasized avoiding “fly- through” conditions, particularly at building corners and guardrail locations. Glass guardrails were noted as a higher-risk feature, and the PTC encouraged consideration of alternative materials or bird-friendly treatments, such as cable railings or patterned glazing. In response, the applicant has revised the project to incorporate bird-safe glazing treatments at identified hazard locations (corners) and provided details for guardrail materials that are consistent with bird-safe design principles. Staff finds that the proposed modifications to the plan to revise the color scheme address the PTC’s recommendation. Though adherence to the lighting and bird safe design ordinances is not required by code as the project was deemed complete prior to adoption, the applicant has modified the lighting in compliance with the City’s recently adopted lighting ordinance9 and incorporated bird-safe treatments on identified hazard areas in response to the PTC’s recommendations. Because these changes were incorporated into the revised plan sets, staff has not incorporated these as conditions of approval. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Processing of this application has no fiscal impact on the City, as the applicant is responsible for all staff and consultant costs through the deposit-based cost recovery program. The project would be required to pay applicable Development Impact Fees, which are currently estimated at $148,650.61. Public art fees and housing impacts fees do not apply as single-family residences are exempt from these fees. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT The Palo Alto Municipal Code requires notice of this public hearing be published in a local paper and mailed to owners and occupants of property within 600 feet of the subject property at least ten days in advance. Notice of a public hearing for this project was published in the Daily Post and postcard mailing occurred on June 5, 2026, which is 10 days in advance of the meeting. Public Comments As of the date of this report, no additional public comments on the proposed project have been received beyond those submitted prior to the PTC’s February 11, 2026 hearing (Attachment D). 9 Ordinance 5692 is available online at: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=85311&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto Item 16 Item 16 Staff Report Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 606 of 1165 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The project has been evaluated in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and City environmental regulations. The project qualifies for a Class 3 Categorical Exemption (CEQA Guidelines Section 15303). None of the exceptions listed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 apply. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Location Map Attachment B: Draft Record of Land Use Action Attachment C: Zoning Comparison Table Attachment D: Public Comments Attachment E: Applicant’s Project Description and Supporting Documents Attachment F: Project Plans and CEQA APPROVED BY: Jonathan Lait, Planning and Development Services Director Item 16 Item 16 Staff Report Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 607 of 1165 L A U R E L GLEN DR I V E920 928 925 950 954 936 945 930 937 933 931 920 1691 938 928 928 925 925 950 950 954 936 936 930 930 945 937 937 933 933 931 931 3000 920 928 925 950 954 936 929 945 930 937 933 931 920 1691 938 928 928 925 925 950 950 954 936 936 930 930 945 937 937 933 933 931 931 3000 This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. Legend abc Easement (CG) abc Address Label (AP) 0'114' ATTACHMENT A LOCATION MAP 929 LAUREL GLEN DRIVE CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALI FORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. ©1989 to 2016 City of Palo Alto kpaulau, 2026-01-05 10:12:26 (\\cc-maps\Encompass\Admin\Meta\View.mdb) Parcel 99 1199 11 OS RE Item 16 Attachment A - Location Map Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 608 of 1165 Page 1 ATTACHMENT B DRAFT APPROVAL NO. ____-2026 RECORD OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALO ALTO LAND USE ACTION FOR 929 LAUREL GLEN DRIVE: SITE & DESIGN [FILE NO. 25PLN-00005] On __________, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing and, after considering all of the evidence presented, approved the Site and Design Application to allow construction of 6,581-square-foot single-family residence and associated site improvements on a vacant 4.23-acre site located at 929 Laurel Glen Drive, making the following findings, determination, and declarations: SECTION 1. BACKGROUND. The City Council of the City of Palo Alto (“City Council”) finds,determines, and declares as follows: A. On January 8, 2025, Daniel Hruby, on behalf of VRchitects, Inc, applied for a Site and Design application to allow construction of a new 6,581-square-foot single-family residence and associated site improvements on a vacant 4.23-acre site. (“The Project”). B. Staff has determined that the proposed project is in compliance with the applicable Open Space development standards per Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 18.28.050. C. Following staff review, the Planning and Transportation Commission (Commission) reviewed the project design on February 11, 2026, and recommended approval with recommendations. D. On June 15, 2026, the City Council reviewed the project design. After hearing public testimony, the Council voted to ____________ the project subject to the conditions set forth in Section 4 of this Record of Land Use Action. SECTION 2. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW. In conformance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Class 3 Categorical Exemption Pursuant to Section 15303, the Project is exempt from CEQA and none of the Exceptions to the Categorical Exemption Listed in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 apply to the proposed project. SECTION 3. SITE AND DESIGN OBJECTIVES. The design and architecture of the proposed improvements, as conditioned, complies with the Site and Design Objectives, as required per PAMC Section 18.30(G).060. A. Objective (a): To ensure construction and operation of the use in a manner that will be orderly, harmonious, and compatible with existing or potential uses of adjoining or nearby sites. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 609 of 1165 Page 2 The proposed use is a single-family house in the Open Space (OS) zoning district, on a vacant lot adjacent to other existing single-family residential uses. The proposed construction, as conditioned, complies with the development standards of the OS District in addition to all Municipal Code requirements that help to maintain order and compatibility with surrounding uses, including, but not limited to, noise, parking, and fire safety regulations. Therefore, construction and operation of the use will be orderly, harmonious, and compatible with existing or potential uses of adjoining or nearby sites. B. Objective (b): To ensure the desirability of investment, or the conduct of business, research, or educational activities, or other authorized occupations, in the same or adjacent areas. The proposed single-family residential use is a permitted use in the OS zoning district that complies with all applicable development standards of the district, similar to the surrounding residential uses. Therefore, the project will not affect the desirability of adjacent areas. C. Objective (c): To ensure that sound principles of environmental design and ecological balance shall be observed. The Open Space (OS) zoning district requires that development observe sound principles of environmental design and ecological balance. The proposed project is consistent with these objectives by preserving existing vegetation and landforms to the maximum extent feasible, minimizing grading through the use of natural site contours, limiting development to less densely vegetated areas, and employing earth-toned colors and materials that are compatible with the surrounding natural environment. The residence is sited to reduce visual prominence, with views from public areas largely screened by existing mature vegetation, and the residence is designed to avoid adverse privacy impacts. Architectural materials include wood siding, wood-clad openings, and subdued finishes that blend with the landscape. In addition, the building location and retention of slopes and mature vegetation provide natural buffers that help protect wildlife habitat, particularly in proximity to the nearby creek corridor. D. Objective (d): To ensure that the use will be in accord with the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan. This property is located within the Open Space/Controlled Development land use designation which allows single-family uses at the proposed density. The intention of this designation in this location is to protect, preserve, and permit the reasonable use of open space land. The new residence is located on a vacant parcel on an existing cul-de-sac with full paved street access and existing utilities. Although the site is located near a creek, the creek corridor is located a substantial distance from the proposed residence. The house is situated on a relatively flat portion of the site. The project proposes no changes in use that would affect its conformance with the Comprehensive Plan. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 610 of 1165 Page 3 SECTION 4. OPEN SPACE REVIEW CRITERIA. The following criteria shall be considered in the Site and Design review of all development of land in the OS district, as outlined in the Natural Environment Element of the Comprehensive Plan: 1. The development should not be visually intrusive from public roadways and public parklands. As much as possible, development should be sited so it is hidden from view. The proposed structure is located in a naturally low, flatter portion of the property. The development will be hidden from view of Laurel Glen Drive, which has a higher elevation, due to the grade differential and substantial setback from the roadway. The house is also hidden from Arastradero Creek Trail by both elevation and mature trees. 2. Development should be located away from hilltops and designed to not extend above the nearest ridgeline. The residence is located on a lower portion of the property, away from hilltops, and does not extend above the nearest ridgeline. The design follows the natural slope and, together with existing trees, ensures the building remains visually subordinate to the surrounding topography. 3. Site and structure design should take into consideration impacts on privacy and views of neighboring properties. The residence is designed and sited to minimize impacts on neighboring privacy and preserve views. Upper-level windows and decks are oriented away from adjacent homes, and existing trees and landscaping provide additional screening to reduce potential privacy or view impacts. 4. Development should be clustered, or closely grouped, in relation to the area surrounding it to make it less conspicuous, minimize access roads, and reduce fragmentation of natural habitats. The proposed development is proposed for a small section of the overall 4.23-acre site. One driveway/access road will provide access to the residence and is located near existing development on neighboring residential properties. The project does not propose multiple buildings and is concentrated to a single area on the site, avoiding densely vegetated areas. 5. Built forms and landscape forms should mimic the natural topography. Building lines should follow the lines of the terrain, and trees and bushes should appear natural from a distance. The residence and hardscape are designed to follow the natural slope of the site, with building lines stepped to align with existing contours. Retained and new trees and landscaping are placed to appear natural from a distance, integrating the development with the surrounding topography. 6. Existing trees with a circumference of 37.5 inches, measured 4.5 feet above the ground Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 611 of 1165 Page 4 level, should be preserved and integrated into the site design. Existing vegetation should be retained as much as possible. The project preserves existing trees wherever feasible, including all trees with a circumference of 37.5 inches or greater that are not proposed for removal to allow for construction on the most suitable development area of the site. The arborist report surveyed 63 trees within the project vicinity. A total of 15 trees are proposed for removal, including 14 protected Coast Live Oaks and Blue Oaks. To offset these removals, 30 replacement Coast Live Oak and Blue Oak trees will be planted on site, and the remaining 30 replacement trees will be satisfied through payment of in-lieu fees in accordance with the City’s Tree Technical Manual. All remaining trees within the project area will be protected during construction with tree protection fencing in accordance with City standards, maintaining the natural character of the property. 7. Cut is encouraged when it is necessary for geotechnical stability and to enable the development to blend into the natural topography. Fill is generally discouraged and should never be distributed within the driplines of existing trees. Locate development to minimize the need for grading. The project minimizes grading by following the site’s natural slope and avoiding unnecessary cut or fill. Limited grading is proposed only where needed for geotechnical stability, and no fill will be placed within the driplines of existing trees, allowing the development to blend with the natural topography. 8. To reduce the need for cut and fill and to reduce potential runoff, large, flat expanses of impervious surfaces should be avoided. The project minimizes impervious surfaces by limiting hardscape to essential areas and retaining natural site contours. The design avoids large, flat expanses, reducing grading and potential stormwater runoff while preserving the site’s natural drainage patterns. 9. Buildings should use natural materials and earth tone or subdued colors. The residence uses natural materials, including wood siding and decking, and incorporates earth-toned, subdued colors. These design choices ensure the building blends with the surrounding landscape and minimizes visual impact. 10. Landscaping should be native species that require little or no irrigation. Immediately adjacent to structures, fire retardant plants should be used as a fire prevention technique. Landscaping immediately adjacent to the residence will consist of fire-resistant species consistent with wildfire protection requirements. 11. Exterior lighting should be low-intensity and shielded from view so it is not directly visible from off-site. All exterior lighting will be low-intensity, directed downward, and shielded to prevent visibility from off-site. This approach minimizes light spill and preserves the natural character of the surrounding open space area. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 612 of 1165 Page 5 12. Access roads should be of a rural rather than urban character. (Standard curb, gutter, and concrete sidewalk are usually inconsistent with the foothills environment). The new access driveway is designed to follow the natural topography and minimize grading. Permeable concrete is used to maintain a rural character, reduce runoff, and blend the driveway with the surrounding foothills environment. 13. For development in unincorporated areas, ground coverage should be in general conformance with Palo Alto's Open Space District regulations. The project is within Palo Alto City limits, not in an unincorporated area. SECTION 5. Conditions of Approval. PLANNING DIVISION 1. CONFORMANCE WITH PLANS. Construction and development shall conform to the approved plans entitled, "929 Laurel Glen Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94304” uploaded to the Palo Alto Online Permitting Services Citizen Portal on May 21, 2026, as modified by these conditions of approval. 2. BUILDING PERMIT. Apply for a building permit and meet any and all conditions of the Planning, Fire, Public Works, and Building Departments. 3. BUILDING PERMIT PLAN SET. A copy of this Record of Land Use Action and conditions of approval shall be printed on the second page of the plans submitted for building permit. 4. PROJECT MODIFICATIONS. All modifications to the approved project shall be submitted for review and approval prior to construction. If during the Building Permit review and construction phase, the project is modified by the applicant, it is the responsibility of the applicant to contact the Planning Division/project planner directly to obtain approval of the project modification. It is the applicant’s responsibility to highlight any proposed changes to the project and to bring it to the project planner’s attention. 5. UTILITY LOCATIONS. In no case shall utilities be placed in a location that requires equipment and/or bollards to encroach into a required parking space. In no case shall a pipeline be placed within 10 feet of a proposed tree and/or tree designated to remain. 6. NOISE PRODUCING EQUIPMENT. All noise producing equipment shall be located in accordance with PAMC Section 9.10.030. No person shall produce, suffer or allow to be produced by any machine, animal or device, or any combination of same, on residential property, a noise level more than six dB above the local ambient at any point outside of the property plane. 7. LIGHT AND GLARE. Exterior lighting shall be low-intensity and shielded from view, so it is not directly visible from off-site. The light emitted from skylights shall be minimal during the Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 613 of 1165 Page 6 night hours. Utilizing treatments such as translucent glass, shading systems, and interior light placement can reduce the night glare. Skylights shall not use white glass. a. To reduce interference with wildlife, outdoor lighting shall be limited to Correlated Color Temperature of 2700 Kelvin or less. b. No outdoor lighting shall be on after 11pm, except to the minimum required for safety. 8. PROJECT ARBORIST. The property owner shall hire a certified arborist to ensure the project conforms to all Planning and Urban Forestry conditions related to landscaping/trees. 9. LANDSCAPE PLAN. Plantings shall be installed in accordance with the approved plan set and shall be permanently maintained and replaced as necessary. 10. ARBORIST FOLLOW UP. A follow-up arborist and/or landscape report shall be required five years after the final sign-off of the project completion. This report shall evaluate the health of trees and significant landscape that were required for screen planting or and/or were designated as protected plantings on the approved plans for the project. Any subsequent owner(s) shall also be obligated to replace any trees that die with trees of the same size and species stated on the approved planning and building permit plans. 11. TREE PROTECTION FENCING. Tree protection fencing shall be required for all trees and shrubs proposed to be maintained as identified in the Arborist Report. 12. FENCES. Fences and walls shall comply with the applicable provisions of Chapter 16.24, Fences, of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC). Heights of all new and existing fencing must be shown on the Building Permit plans. a. Where the existing fence is located off the subject property and/or where the existing fence is failing, a new Code compliant fence shall be constructed. 13. ESTIMATED IMPACT FEE. Development Impact Fees, currently estimated in the amount of $148,650.51, shall be paid prior to the issuance of the related building permit or may be deferred in accordance with PAMC Section 16.64.030 with a lien on the property. 14. IMPACT FEE 90-DAY PROTEST PERIOD. California Government Code Section 66020 provides that a project applicant who desires to protest the fees, dedications, reservations, or other exactions imposed on a development project must initiate the protest at the time the development project is approved or conditionally approved or within ninety (90) days after the date that fees, dedications, reservations or exactions are imposed on the Project. Additionally, procedural requirements for protesting these development fees, dedications, reservations and exactions are set forth in Government Code Section 66020. IF YOU FAIL TO INITIATE A PROTEST WITHIN THE 90-DAY PERIOD OR FOLLOW THE PROTEST PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 66020, YOU WILL BE BARRED FROM CHALLENGING THE VALIDITY OR REASONABLENESS OF THE FEES, DEDICATIONS, RESERVATIONS, AND EXACTIONS. If these requirements constitute fees, taxes, Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 614 of 1165 Page 7 assessments, dedications, reservations, or other exactions as specified in Government Code Sections 66020(a) or 66021, this is to provide notification that, as of the date of this notice, the 90-day period has begun in which you may protest these requirements. This matter is subject to the California Code of Civil Procedures (CCP) Section 1094.5; the time by which judicial review must be sought is governed by CCP Section 1094.6. 15. PLANNING FINAL INSPECTION. A Planning Division Final inspection will be required to determine substantial compliance with the approved plans prior to the scheduling of a Building Division final. Any revisions during the building process must be approved by Planning, including but not limited to; materials, fenestration and hard surface locations. Contact your Project Planner at the number below to schedule this inspection. 16. PERMIT EXPIRATION. The project approval shall be valid for a period of two years from the original date of approval. Application for a one-year extension of this entitlement may be made prior to expiration, by emailing Planning Support Staff at Planner@PaloAlto.gov. If a timely extension is not received, or the project has already received an extension and the applicant still wishes to pursue this project, they must first file for a new Planning application and pay the associated fees. This new application will be reviewed for conformance with the regulations in place at that time. 17. INDEMNITY. To the extent permitted by law, the Applicant shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its City Council, its officers, employees and agents (the “indemnified parties”) from and against any claim, action, or proceeding brought by a third party against the indemnified parties and the applicant to attack, set aside or void, any permit or approval authorized hereby for the Project, including (without limitation) reimbursing the City for its actual attorneys’ fees and costs incurred in defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with attorneys of its own choice. URBAN FORESTRY 18. For 30 unplanted 24" box replacement trees, an Urban Forestry in-lieu fee of $37,500 (at $1250/unplanted tree) will be invoiced at the building permit phase prior to permit issuance. 19. The applicant's proposed location of the SFR located nearest to Laurel Glen Drive and situated in a pre-existing clearing on the property constitutes the least environmentally impactful location for the structure with respect to tree removals. 20. The applicant must provide an updated Arborist report which references PAMC 8.10.092 and subsequently the applicable City and State regulations regarding defensible space in the wildland urban interface area to justify that proposed tree removals are in conformance with City of Palo Alto and State Fire Regulations and as reflected in zone 0 and zone 1 of the Fire Department Site Plan sheet A1.3 of the C3 submittal of permit 25PLN-00005. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 615 of 1165 Page 8 21. The proposed fifteen coast live oak tree removals in zone 0 and zone 1 will be adequately replaced by planting 30 new 24" box trees and providing an in-lieu fee of 30 24" box trees at $1250 per tree to satisfy the no-net-loss of canopy requirement. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 616 of 1165 Page 9 compliance action pursuant to PAMC 8.10.080. The required protective fencing shall remain in place until the final landscaping or Urban Forestry inspection of the project is completed. 28. NO NET LOSS OF CANOPY. In order to comply with the City’s no net loss of canopy policy (PAMC 8.10.055; Urban Forest Master Plan Goals 6.A, 6.B, & 6.C; Comprehensive Plan, Natural Environment Chapter Goal N-2) all trees 4 inches DBH and larger are subject to replacement to avoid a loss of canopy at the neighborhood level. Replacement ratios are determined by table 3-1 in the Tree and Landscape Technical Manual, Section 3.02. New landscape tree plantings (24 inch box or larger) count towards the replacement total. Screening trees may also count toward the total depending on size and species selected. If unable to plant the required number of trees on site (our preferred solution) there is the option of paying in-lieu fees per each 24 inch box tree into the forestry fund. [Note: A replacement at ratio of 1:1 for trees listed as exempt species under PAMC 8.10.020 is recommended. Exempt trees may require full replacement on parcels zoned other than R1, RE, R-2, or RMD]. 29. PLAN CHANGES. Revisions and/or changes to plans before or during construction shall be reviewed and responded to by the (a) project site arborist, or (b) landscape architect with written letter of acceptance before submitting the revision to Planning and Development Services Department for review by Planning, Public Works, or Urban Forestry. 30. PLAN SET REQUIREMENTS. The final Plans submitted for a building permit shall include the location, DBH, canopy drip-line, and TPZ of all trees 4 inches DBH or greater as well as the following information and notes on relevant plan sheets: a. T-1 SHEET SET, The building permit plan set will include the City’s full-sized, T-1 Sheet Set (Tree Protection-it's Part of the Plan!), available on the Development Center website. A certified arborist shall complete and sign the Tree Disclosure Statement. b. TREE PRESERVATION REPORT (TPR), if indicated by Tree Disclosure Statement, All sheets of the Applicant’s TPR approved by the City for full implementation by Contractor, shall be printed on numbered T-1 Sheets (T-3, T-4, etc.) and added to the sheet index. c. TREE PROTECTION FENCING, The Plan Set (esp. site, demolition, grading & drainage, foundation, irrigation, tree disposition, utility sheets, etc.) must delineate/show the correct configuration of Type I, Type II or Type III fencing around each Protected Tree, using a bold dashed line enclosing the Tree Protection Zone (CPA Standard Detail #605). UTL WGW ENGINEERING The following comments are required to be addressed prior to any future related permit application such as a Building Permit, Excavation and Grading Permit, Certificate of Compliance, Street Work Permit, Encroachment Permit, etc. These comments are provided as a courtesy and are not required to be addressed prior to the Planning entitlement approval: 31. At building permit the applicant shall submit a completed water-gas-wastewater service connection application - load sheet for the City of Palo Alto Utilities. The applicant must provide all the information requested for utility service demands (water in fixture Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 617 of 1165 Page 10 units/g.p.m., gas in b.t.u.h, and sewer in fixture units/g.p.d.). The applicant shall provide the existing (prior) loads, the new loads, and the combined/total loads (the new loads plus any existing loads to remain). 32. At building permit the applicant shall submit improvement plans for utility construction. The plans must show the size and location of all underground utilities within the development and the public right of way including meters, backflow preventers, fire service requirements, sewer mains, sewer cleanouts, sewer lift stations, and any other required utilities. 33. At building permit, the applicant must show on the site plan the existence of any auxiliary water supply, (i.e. water well, gray water, recycled water, rain catchment, water storage tank, etc). 34. The applicant shall be responsible for installing and upgrading the existing utility mains and/or services, laterals as necessary to handle anticipated peak loads. This responsibility includes all costs associated with the design and construction for the installation/upgrade of the utility mains and/or services/laterals. 35. An approved reduced pressure principle assembly (RPPA backflow preventer device) is required for all existing and new water connections from Palo Alto Utilities to comply with requirements of California administrative code, title 17, sections 7583 through 7605 inclusive. The RPPA shall be installed on the owner's property and directly behind the water meter within 5 feet of the property line. RPPA’s for domestic service shall be lead free. Show the location of the RPPA on the plans. 36. An approved reduced pressure detector assembly (RPDA backflow preventer device, STD. WD-12A or STD. WD-12B) is required for all new fire service connections from Palo Alto Utilities to comply with requirements of California administrative code, title 17, sections 7583 through 7605 inclusive. The RPDA shall be installed on the owner's property and directly behind the City fire service, within 5’ (feet) of the property line or City Right of Way. 37. All backflow preventer devices shall be approved by the WGW engineering division. Inspection by the city inspector is required for the supply pipe between the meter and the assembly. 38. The applicant shall pay the capacity fees and connection fees associated with new utility service/s or added demand on existing services. The approved relocation of services, meters, hydrants, or other facilities will be performed at the cost of the person/entity requesting the relocation. 39. If a new water service line installation for fire system usage is required, show the location of the new water service on the plans. The applicant shall provide to the engineering Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 618 of 1165 Page 11 department a copy of the plans for fire system including all fire department's requirements. 40. Each unit or building shall have its own water meter and gas meter shown on the plans. Each parcel shall have its own water and gas service and sewer lateral connection shown on the plans. 41. All existing water, and gas. and wastewater services/laterals that will not be reused shall be abandoned at the main per the latest WGW utilities standards. 42. Utility vaults, transformers, utility cabinets, concrete bases, or other structures cannot be placed over existing water, gas, or wastewater mains/services. Maintain 2’ horizontal clear separation from the vault/cabinet/concrete base to existing utilities as found in the field. If there is a conflict with existing utilities, Cabinets/vaults/bases shall be relocated from the plan location as needed to meet field conditions. 43. Trees may not be planted within 10 feet of existing water, gas, and wastewater mains/laterals/water services/or meters unless otherwise approved by Waste-Gas-Water and Urban Forestry. New water or wastewater services/laterals/meters may not be installed within 10’ of existing trees unless otherwise approved by Waste-Gas-Water. Maintain 10’ between new trees and new water and wastewater services/laterals/meters unless otherwise approved by Waste-Gas-Water. UTL ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 44. On Sheet A1.2 the following items have to be addressed: a. Electric trench is subject to change per CPAU requirements. b. Required number of conduits for trench to be determined by CPAU during estimate which begins after BLD approval and non-refundable advanced fee. c. Electric line will need to maintain required CPAU clearances and go around storm drainhttps://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/utilities/utilities- engineering/electrical/2.-electrical-requirements/1003-dt-ss-u-1003-rev-10.pdf d. Electric line will need to maintain required CPAU clearances and go around storm drainhttps://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/utilities/utilities- engineering/electrical/2.-electrical-requirements/1003-dt-ss-u-1003-rev-10.pdf e. Meter elevation drawing will need to be provided showing exact clearances on BLD submittal. f. Review City of Palo Alto standard drawing SR-MT-E-1012. If the meter location is not compliant with current standards, it will not be energized. BUILDING DIVISION 45. Submit a soil report at time of the building permit submittal. 46. All design plans and calculation shall meet the 2025 CA Building Standards Code as amended by the CITY. Include compliance to the 2025 CA Wildland-Urban Interface Code. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 619 of 1165 Page 12 47. Refer to the latest building permit Submittal checklist for additional requirements. PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING DIVISION 48. PUBLIC WORKS STANDARD CONDITIONS SHEET. The Department of Public Work’s full-sized "Standard Conditions" sheet shall be included in the improvement plans and the applicant shall comply with all conditions listed in the sheet. The sheet can be obtained from a staff member of Public Works Engineering Services or at the following link under “Public Works Plan Review Documents”: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Public- Works/Engineering-Services/Forms-and-Permits 49. SIDEWALK, DRIVEWAY, CURB & GUTTER. The applicant shall meet with a Public Works inspector by calling 650-496-6929 to determine portions of sidewalk, curb, gutter, and driveway approaches that shall be replaced along the project frontage. These portions shall be indicated on the site improvement plans. In addition, a Site Inspection Directive sheet shall be completed, signed by the inspector, and scanned onto the plan set. The sheet can be obtained from a staff member of Public Works Engineering Services or at the following link: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/public-works/engineering- services/webpages/forms-and-permits/other-guidelines/pwe-site-inspectiondirective_rev- 2021.pdf 50. DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. The applicant shall comply with all regulations in PAMC Chapter 12.08 for driveway approaches. 51. STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION SHEET. The City's full-sized "Pollution Prevention - It's Part of the Plan" sheet shall be included in the improvement plans. The sheet can be obtained from a staff member of Public Works Engineering Services or at the following link under “Public Works Plan Review Documents”: Forms and Permits – City of Palo Alto, CA 52. IMPERVIOUS SURFACE AREA WORKSHEET. The applicant shall fill out the Impervious Area Worksheet for Land Developments at the link below. The sheet shall be both emailed to pwecips@cityofpaloalto.org and included with the building permit submittal: impervious- area-worksheet-fillable.pdf 53. GRADING & DRAINAGE PLAN. The improvement plans shall be compliant with the “Grading & Drainage Guidelines for Residential Developments”. The sheet can be obtained from a staff member of Public Works Engineering Services or at the following link under “Public Works Plan Review Documents”: Forms and Permits – City of Palo Alto, CA 54. C.3 STORMWATER REGULATIONS. This project creates or replaces over 2,500 square feet of impervious surface area. The applicant shall implement one or more of the following site design measures on improvement plans: Direct roof runoff into cisterns or rain barrels for reuse. Direct roof runoff onto vegetated areas. Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 620 of 1165 Page 13 Direct runoff from sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios onto vegetated areas. Direct runoff from driveways and/or uncovered parking lots onto vegetated areas. Construct sidewalks, walkways, and/or patios with permeable surfaces. Construct driveways, and/or uncovered parking lots with permeable surfaces. 55. STREETWORK PERMIT. All improvement plans shall include the following note adjacent to proposed work in the public right-of-way. “Any construction within the public right-of-way requires an approved Streetwork Permit from Public Works Engineering”. 56. DEMOLITION PLAN. The following note shall be placed adjacent to all affected trees on the Demolition Plan: “Excavation and trenching is restricted within the Tree Protection Zone (refer to T-1 Tree Protection Sheet) or as approved by the Urban Forestry Division at 650- 496-5953. Any changes shall be approved by the same”. 57. CONSTRUCTION STAGING. All improvement plans shall include the following note on the Site Plan and the Grading & Drainage Plan. “All construction materials and equipment shall be staged, stored, and stockpiled onsite and not on any public street”. 58. EXCAVATION & GRADING PERMIT. An Excavation and Grading Permit shall be obtained per PAMC Chapter 16.28 prior to building permit approval. The permit application and all required documents shall be submitted to Public Works Engineering. The application can be obtained from a member of Public Works Engineering Services or at the following link: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Public-Works/Engineering-Services/Forms-and- Permits 59. CIVIL ENGINEER CERTIFICATION. Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, applicant shall provide an as graded grading plan prepared by the civil engineer that includes original ground surface elevations, as-graded ground surface elevations, lot drainage patterns and locations and elevations of all surface and subsurface drainage facilities. The civil engineer shall certify that the work was done in accordance with the final approved grading plan (per PAMC 16.28.250). 60. SOILS ENGINEER CERTIFICATION. Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, applicant shall provide a soil grading report prepared by the soils engineer, including locations and elevation of field density tests, summaries of field and laboratory tests and other substantiating data, and comments on any changes made during grading and their effect on the recommendations made in the soils engineering investigation report. The soils engineer shall certify as to the adequacy of the site for the intended use (PAMC 16.28.250). SECTION 6. Term of Approval. Site and Design Approval. The project approval shall be valid for a period of two years from the original date of approval. In the event a building permit(s), if applicable, is not secured for the project within the time limit specified above, the approval shall expire and be Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 621 of 1165 Page 14 of no further force or effect. Application for extension of this entitlement may be made prior to the two year expiration. PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: __________________________ ____________________________ Senior Assistant City Attorney Director of Planning and Development Services Item 16 Attachment B - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 622 of 1165 1 7 6 ATTACHMENT C 929 Laurel Glen Drive 25PLN-00005 Table 1a: COMPARISON WITH CHAPTER 18.28 (OS DISTRICT) OS Residential Development Standards Regulation Required Existing Proposed Minimum Site Area, Width and Depth Area: 10 acres Width: No standard Depth: No standard Area: 4.23 acres (184,201 square feet) Width: varies, 500-564 feet Depth: varies, 278-372 feet No change Front Yard 30 feet N/A 74.28 feet Street Side Yard 30 feet N/A N/A Rear Yard 30 feet, and 20 feet from creek top of bank N/A 266.82 feet Interior Side Yard 30 feet N/A Right: approx. 73.59 feet Left: approx. 338.3 feet Max. Building Height 25 feet N/A 24.85 feet Maximum Impervious Coverage 4.385 % (8,077 square feet) N/A 4.234 % (7,799.05 square feet: 3,462.92 sf building, 4,336.13 sf hardscape) Max. Total Floor Area Ratio 4.385 % (8,077 square feet) N/A 3.58% (6,580.82 square feet) Maximum Number of Stories 2 N/A 2 Table 1b: CONFORMANCE WITH CHAPTER 18.52 (Off-Street Parking and Loading) Single Family Residential Uses (Tandem Parking Allowed) Type Required Existing Proposed Vehicle Parking 4 spaces, of which at least one must be covered N/A 3 covered spaces, 1 uncovered space Item 16 Attachment C - Zoning Comparison Table Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 623 of 1165 !"#$%#&' *+,+*-*. /0/1 23"%78 9"#"6!:%;9 5 "6"%78 9"#"6!:%;9'A"6 &" ";" $ B & 6"$ B A ;"C"% D #"6 B : "; "6% 7 5 "6"E ? & E A F B G*/ H I 7 "9 % J $ " ,GKLM,GKG $ F A ;A A $6 : # 66 B )MN 6"$ " : && % ? $"6"# & &8 A B A O" & 6 F6 A A6 A 6: A A "$; " F6 8 9"6"8 % A F6 6: #"B"# $"; & B "% ? 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Below is a summary demonstrating the project’s consistency with the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan and the Open Space Development Criteria adopted on October 20, 1986 . 1. Consistency with the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan The proposed development is consistent with the following goals and policies from the Comprehensive Plan: Land Use Policy L-6.4 (Protection of Open Space Areas): The project is sited and designed to preserve the open hillside setting. In conjunction with the City Arborist and the Fire Marshall, 15 trees (14 protected and 1 unprotected) have been designated as eligible for removal for the building and for thinning cluster trees within 30’ of the building, and the structure is positioned to work with the existing slope to minimize grading and maximize views. Natural Environment Policy N-1.2 (Environmental Stewardship): Native, fire resistant and drought-tolerant landscaping is incorporated to enhance ecological health and reduce water consumption. 60 new replacement trees are proposed in compliance with the Palo Alto tree technical manual. Replacement tree species include Coastal Live Oak, Blue Oak and Valley Oak, all native to the local environment. Design & Built Environment Goal L-6 (Context-Sensitive Design): The home maintains a low profile from the public right-of-way, uses earth-toned materials, and is stepped with the slope, blending with the natural terrain. ATTACHMENT E Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 625 of 1165 908 Industrial Ave, Palo Alto CA 94303 | (833) 262-2208 | dan@spacial.io | www.spacial.io Page | 2 Mobility Goal T-5 (Minimizing Impacts): The driveway utilizes permeable concrete to reduce runoA, and parking is accommodated entirely on-site with no additional demand on local streets. 2. Compliance with the 10 Open Space Development Criteria 1. Preservation of Natural Character: The design minimizes grading by following the natural slope. The lower level is terraced to preserve topography, and mature trees are preserved. Minimal grading outside of the building envelope has been proposed to maintain the natural contours of the site. 2. Views and Vistas: The structure is sited downslope from the street, protecting public view corridors. Upper decks and glazing maximize private enjoyment of views without creating massing impacts from public vantage points. Story poles have been installed on the site to verify and ensure that the building will not disturb the views and vistas of the public and the neighbors. 3. Environmental Quality: Permeable surfaces, drought-resistant planting, and rooftop solar panels are included. Erosion control measures will be implemented during construction in order to prevent any contamination. 4. Use Compatibility: The proposed single-family residential use is consistent with the passive, low-density intent of the OS zone. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 626 of 1165 908 Industrial Ave, Palo Alto CA 94303 | (833) 262-2208 | dan@spacial.io | www.spacial.io Page | 3 5. Access and Circulation: Site access is via a single, existing driveway. Circulation is limited and unobtrusive. The permeable concrete driveway provides both function and environmental benefit. 6. Facility Design: The architecture is modern and modest in scale, with low pitched roofs and earth-tone materials that recede visually into the landscape. 7. Vegetation and Landscaping: Landscaping uses fire resistant, native species to preserve habitat value and minimize maintenance. No invasive species are proposed. 60 new replacement trees are proposed, in compliance with the Palo Alto tree technical manual. Replacement tree species include Coastal Live Oak, Blue Oak and Valley Oak, all native to the local environment. 8. Public Benefit: While this is a private residence, the design preserves the open character of the land, enhances natural resource protection, and avoids adverse public impacts. 9. Maintenance and Management: As a private residence, all maintenance is the responsibility of the homeowner. Long-term landscape and site maintenance will ensure continued preservation of site character. 10. Mitigation: All development impacts have been minimized through sensitive design and site planning. A construction management plan will mitigate temporary construction e Aects. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 627 of 1165 908 Industrial Ave, Palo Alto CA 94303 | (833) 262-2208 | dan@spacial.io | www.spacial.io Page | 4 Conclusion We believe this project aligns with the vision of the Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan and fulfills all requirements under the OS Development Criteria. The proposed design is a sensitive, sustainable addition to Palo Alto’s open space community fabric and reflects a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and contextual design. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Daniel Hruby, Architect Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 628 of 1165 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 629 of 1165 11/20/2024 Licensed Arborist - W. M. Smith WE-13625A Moki Smith Arborist mokismitharborist@gmail.com 408-722-8942 Arborist Report Site Address - Laurel Canyon Drive, Palo Alto 94304 Site Visit - November 12th, 2024 Licensed arborist William Smith visited the property located at Laurel Canyon Drive, Palo Alto 94304, in order to identify and assess all trees that are presently located on the subject property or on the adjacent properties that could be affected by development on the subject property. The trees included in this tree inventory are coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia), blue oak (Quercus douglasii), Bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) and Valley oak (Quercus lobata). Within this report you will find key data pertaining to each individual tree, their conditions, and locations. Respectfully Submitted, William Smith Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 630 of 1165 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 631 of 1165 Table of Contents Introduction ————————————————————————Page 1 Report Contents and Location—————————————————Page 3 Tree Structure and Condition Definitions—————————————Page 4 Suitability for Preservation——————————————————-Page 6 Protected Tree Ordinance ———————————————————Page 7 Tree Inventory——————————————————————-—Page 12 Assessment and Observations—————————————————Page 16 Site Map——————— ——————————————————-Page 22 Tree Protection Measures ——————————————————-Page 23 Tree Protection Fencing———————————————————-Page 24 Tree Replacement Plan————————————————————Page 25 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 632 of 1165 Report Contents: 1.Tree Survey Data: ◦Tag numbers, species, trunk diameters (DBH), approximate tree heights, approximate canopy spreads, and overall conditions. ◦Visual assessment and specific observations to highlight specific tree health and structural issues. 2.Protected Tree Analysis: ◦Analysis to determine the number of trees that are considered protected. ◦Assessment of trees protected under San Jose’s Tree Ordinance. 3.Tree Protection Plan: ◦Outline of preservation measures for trees that will remain on-site during development. ◦Assessment of development impacts on the trees that are protected under San Jose’s Tree Ordinance Project Location: The project site consists of the parcel of land located north of Laurel Glen Drive. This property is considered an oak woodland, as it is dominated by native oak species such as Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia), Valley Oak (Quercus lobata), and Blue Oak (Quercus douglasii). Survey Methods: The tree survey and inventory were conducted by ISA certified arborist W. M. Smith (Certification #WE-13625A), with a focus on assessing all trees with a single main stem diameter at breast height (DBH) of 5 inches or more, or co-dominant stems with a combined DBH of at least 6 inches. This survey included all trees located on the specified parcel, within 100 feet of the proposed development. It was determined that none of the trees in this survey are classified as heritage trees under the City of Palo Alto’s guidelines, nor are they considered orchard trees cultivated for commercial purposes. This assessment provides a comprehensive overview of each tree’s current health, structural condition, and potential impact within the context of the proposed site development. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 633 of 1165 The following data was collected for each tree: •Trunk Diameter: Measured at 54 inches above grade (DBH). •Tree Species: Identified based on observed characteristics. •Tree Height: Approximate measurements taken visually. •Canopy Spread: Approximate measurements taken visually. •General Condition: Based on a visual assessment - no coring, lab testing, or aerial inspection were employed. Tree Condition and Structure: A visual assessment of health and structure were used to assign a general condition rating for each tree. The evaluation of the trees surveyed in this report was limited to a visual inspection of accessible parts without dissection, excavation, probing, or coring. There is no guarantee that additional problems or defects in the trees may not arise in the future. Refer to the following scale for general condition: Good: 75%-100% healthy foliage, free of major defects, good form and function for the location. Fair: 35-75% healthy foliage, moderate defects that may compromise the function or form of the tree overtime if left un-treated. Poor: Less than 35% of healthy foliage and significant defects resulting in a low life expectancy. This assessment includes 63 trees, with the majority rated in Fair condition due to both health and structural challenges from lack of proper maintenance. Trees in this category generally exhibit some vigor in foliage and growth, though they have minor to moderate defects that impact their structural stability and long term health, such as co-dominant stems, moderate leans, the presence of included bark, or decay cavities. These moderate defects contribute to a reduced suitability for preservation under current site conditions. A smaller subset of trees has been classified in Poor condition, showing significant decline in health and structural integrity, often due to past damage, disease, or inadequate previous maintenance. Only a few trees have received a Good condition rating, distinguished by healthy, dense foliage and an absence of significant structural or health Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 634 of 1165 defects. These trees represent the best preservation candidates, as they are expected to continue thriving with minimal intervention. The findings suggest that, while a number of trees contribute positively to the site, the majority will require management or removal due to their compromised condition. Tree Structure: Good: Minor structural flaws that may be corrected through pruning. Tree has an upright trunk and a single trunk tapering to a single leader at the top. Most scaffold branches are smaller than the leader, attached to the trunk at angles approaching 45 degrees and are spaced apart on the trunk both vertically and radially. Structure does not contain included bark {bark inside the juncture of multiple trunks). No sign of previous branch failures. Foliage is evenly distributed on the limbs. Symmetrical or mostly symmetrical canopy. Fair: Some structural flaws not correctable through pruning. Tree may have more than one trunk or leader, trunk may have a slight lean. Scaffold branches may be attached at angles less than 30 degrees and/or may be crowded on the trunk. Structure may have included bark, previous branch failures or end-heavy limbs. Some asymmetry in the canopy. Poor: Significant structural flaws not correctable through pruning. Significant dead wood or decay. More than one trunk or leader and/or branches crowded together on the trunk. Significantly end-heavy limbs may be present. Structure may contain significant included bark, previous branch failures and/or asymmetry. Precipitous lean may be present. Tree is likely to be hazardous. Inventory Results: Moki Smith Arborist surveyed a total of 63 trees across the parcels that are included in the proposed development project. This tree inventory includes all of the significant trees that are located within 100 feet of the proposed development. All of the trees present within the parameters of this survey are considered indigenous species. The indigenous species includes forty blue oaks (Quercus douglasii), eighteen coast live oaks (Quercus agrifolia), and four valley oaks (Quercus lobata). Protected trees are noted in the inventory tree table. There are no fruit or orchard trees located on the parcel, and none of these trees are used for commercial purposes. Of the trees included in this report 55 are considered protected under Palo Alto City Ordinance. There are no invasive or non- indigenous trees located on the property within the parameters included in this report. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 635 of 1165 Suitability for Preservation: In assessing the trees’ suitability for preservation, several factors were considered: 1.Health: Healthy trees are better equipped to tolerate development impacts, such as soil compaction and changes in moisture. 2.Structural Integrity: Trees with significant decay or structural defects increase the likelihood of failure, which can increase the possibility that the tree poses a threat or hazard, particularly in areas near people or property. 3.Species Response: Certain species, such as those accustomed to the native environment, are more tolerant of development impacts than non-native species which may require different environmental conditions to prosper ( such as increased irrigation). 4.Age and Longevity: Older trees may be less adaptable to development impacts and root damage/loss, while younger trees have greater capacity for regeneration and adjustment. The suitability for preserving the 63 trees located on this development site in Palo Alto varies due to several factors. While 55 of these trees are considered protected, many of the trees have less preservation value due to structural and health issues. These defects include multiple co-dominant stems that emerge from low or below-ground main crotches, and the presence of included bark, which increases structural risk as the trees mature. This is compounded by poor structure, with many trees leaning toward light sources, which predisposes them to failure under extreme weather conditions such as high winds or heavy rainfall. Additionally, several of the oaks exhibit moderate decay on their main stems, a result of unaddressed damage from lost major limbs or fungal diseases infecting tissue of the main stem. To ensure the longevity and structural integrity of the oak trees slated for preservation, targeted pruning should be undertaken. This includes the removal of large deadwood to minimize potential hazards and promote tree health. Structural pruning is recommended to enhance canopy balance, reduce stress on weak or vulnerable branches, and lower the risk of structural failure, particularly under adverse weather conditions. These efforts not only improve safety but also support the tree's ability to thrive in the landscape while Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 636 of 1165 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 637 of 1165 maintaining its ecological and aesthetic value. Proper pruning should adhere to ANSI A300 standards to minimize damage and promote optimal healing of pruning wounds. Some of the oak trees on the site exhibit signs of fungal diseases affecting their foliage and stems, which could pose a risk to their overall health if not addressed. To mitigate the spread of these fungal pathogens, a proactive treatment plan is recommended, including the application of appropriate fungicides as determined by further diagnostic analysis. Additionally, these trees should be fertilized to optimize soil health and enhance the trees' vigor, increasing their natural resistance to infections and diseases. Improving cultural practices such as proper irrigation and mulch application can further reduce stress on the trees and support their recovery. These measures should be implemented under the guidance of a certified arborist to ensure their effectiveness and adherence to best practices. The majority of the trees located on the subject property are native Coast live oaks (Quercus agrifolia), Blue oaks (Quercus Douglasii), and Valley oaks (Quercus lobata) which show a high potential for successful preservation, due to their native status and natural adaptation to local conditions. These trees are likely to thrive long-term on this site if proper maintenance and cultural care are preformed. Protected Trees: Palo Alto Tree Ordinance 8.10.010 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to protect specified trees located on private property within the city, and establish standards for removal, maintenance, and planting of trees and landscaping. In establishing these procedures and standards, the city recognizes that trees and landscaping are an essential part of the city's infrastructure. Their benefits include promoting the health, safety, welfare, and quality of life of the residents of the city; addressing climate change by sequestering carbon and providing a cooling effect; reducing air, water, and noise pollution; preventing soil erosion and stormwater runoff; providing wildlife habitat; and enhancing the aesthetic environment. It is the city's intent to encourage both the preservation of trees and the proactive incorporation of trees and their benefits within development. “Protected” tree includes the three species that were already protected as well as additional native tree species and all trees above specified minimum diameters, except high water users and invasive species. [§8.10.020(l)] Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 638 of 1165 8.10.050 Removal of protected trees. It shall be a violation of this chapter for anyone to remove or cause to be removed a protected tree, except pursuant to a protected tree removal permit issued under Section 8.10.140 consistent with the following: (a)In the absence of proposed development: (1)A protected tree shall not be removed unless the urban forester grants a protected tree removal permit, or on parcels zoned other than single-family (R-1) or low density residential (RE, R-2, or RMD), the director of planning and development services authorizes the removal through staff level architectural review pursuant to Section 18.76.020(b)(3), having determined, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that treatments or corrective practices are not feasible, and that the tree should be removed because any of the following apply: (i)It is dead, is hazardous, or constitutes a public nuisance under Section 8.04.050 of this code. (ii)It is a detriment to or is crowding an adjacent protected tree. (iii)It is at risk for retrenchment or other tree decline coping processes or does not conform with right tree in the right place principles. (iv)It is impacting the foundation or eaves of a residence, or any covered parking required under Title 18 of this code. (2)In the event a protected tree is removed pursuant to a protected tree removal permit granted under this subsection (a), a temporary moratorium on development of the subject property may be issued by the urban forester for up to twenty-four months or by, the director of planning and development services, in consultation with the urban forester, for up to thirty-six months, from the date the tree removal occurred. Completion of required mitigation measures included in the tree removal permit does not remove or shorten any such moratorium. A moratorium may be terminated early with approval of the urban forester or director of planning, and development services, as applicable, and may require additional mitigation measures. Mitigation measures included in the protected tree removal permit and any additional mitigation measures required to shorten a moratorium shall be imposed as a condition of any subsequent permits for development on the subject property. Species Updat ed Ordin an ce Previ ou s Ordin an ce Coast live oak 11.5 inches 11.5 inches Valley oak 11.5 inches 11.5 inches Coast redwood 18 inches 18 inches Bigleaf maple 11.5 inches Blue oak 11.5 inches California black oak 11.5 inches California incense cedar 11.5 inches Others except invasive species and high water users 15 inches Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 639 of 1165 (b)In the case of any development on a single-family (R-1) or low density (RE, R-2, or RMD) residential zoned parcel, other than in connection with a subdivision, a protected tree shall not be removed unless the tree is proposed for removal to accommodate an ADU constructed pursuant to Section 18.09.030, or because removal is necessary to allow an ADU constructed pursuant to Section 18.09.040 to achieve the minimum standards set forth in state law, or it is determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that any of the following apply: (1)The tree is so close to the proposed development that construction would result in the death of the tree, and there is no financially feasible design alternative that would permit preservation of the tree, where financially feasible means an alternative that preserves the tree unless retaining the tree would increase project cost by more than twice the reproduction cost of the tree or ten percent of the given project valuation, whichever is greater. (2)Retention of one or more trees would result in reduction of the otherwise-permissible buildable area of the lot by more than twenty-five percent, and there is no financially feasible design alternative that would allow for preservation of the tree(s). For the purposes of this subsection (a)(2), a financially feasible design alternative means a design alternative that preserves the tree(s) and would not increase the project cost by more than twice the reproduction cost of the tree(s) or ten percent of the given project valuation, whichever is greater. All tree protection zones impacting buildable area are included in the reduction of buildable area calculation. (3)The tree could be removed due to the conditions listed in Section 8.10.050(a)(1)(i), (ii), or (iii) and treatments or corrective practices are not feasible. (c)In the case of development involving a proposed subdivision of land into two or more parcels, a protected tree shall not be removed unless determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that either of the following apply: (1)Removal is unavoidable due to restricted access to the property or deemed necessary to repair a geologic hazard (landslide, repairs, etc.), in which case only the protected tree or trees necessary to allow access to the property or repair the geologic hazard may be removed. (2)The tree could be removed due to the conditions listed in subsection (a)(1)(i), (ii), or (iii) and treatments or corrective practices are not feasible. (d)In the case of development requiring planning approval under Title 18, and not included under subsections (b) or (c), a protected tree shall not be removed unless determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that any of the following apply: (1)Retention of one or more trees would result in reduction of the otherwise-permissible buildable area of the lot by more than twenty-five percent, and there is no financially feasible design alternative that would permit preservation of the tree(s), where financially feasible means an alternative that preserves the tree(s) unless retaining the tree(s) would increase project cost by more than twice the reproduction cost of the tree or ten percent of the given project valuation, whichever is greater. All tree protection zones impacting buildable area are included in the reduction of buildable area calculation. (2)The tree should be removed because it is dead, hazardous, or constitutes a public nuisance under Section 8.04.050. In such cases, the tree protection zone of the removed tree, or an equivalent area on the site, shall be preserved for mitigation purposes from development of any structure. (3)Discretionary development review determines that the final project follows right tree in the right place principles and would result in a net tree canopy increase on the property within fifteen years, and replacement of trees, shrubs, and plants either: (i)Is consistent with Urban Forest Master Plan Goal 2: "Re-generated native woodland and riparian landscapes as the key ecological basis of the urban forest with focus on native species and habitat," or (ii)Uses climate adaptive, drought tolerant species. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 640 of 1165 (e)In any circumstance other than those described in subsections (a), (b), (c), or (d), a protected tree shall not be removed unless determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that the tree is dead, is hazardous, or constitutes a public nuisance under Section 8.04.050. 8.10.055 Tree replacement. (a)In the event a protected tree is removed pursuant to Section 8.10.050(a)(1)(i), mitigation for the removed tree, replacement tree ratio, in lieu fees, or a combination thereof shall be determined by the urban forester, based on factors including but not limited to the species, size, location, and specific reason for removal of the protected tree, in accordance with the standards and specifications in the Tree and Landscape Technical Manual. (b)In the event a protected tree is removed pursuant to Section 8.10.050 (a)(1)(ii), (iii), or (iv), (b), (c), (d), or (e), the tree removed shall be replaced in accordance with the standards and specifications in the Tree and Landscape Technical Manual, including but not limited to prioritization of locally native species, satisfaction of right tree in the right place principles, and incorporation of a secondary goal of net tree canopy increase on the property within fifteen years. The urban forester shall approve the number, species, size, and location of replacement trees. Indigenous species: The following trees are considered indigenous: Coast live oak, Valley oak, Coast redwood, Big leaf maple, Blue oak, California black oak, California incense cedar, and Blue oak. Potential Impacts: The proposed development will necessitate the removal of several oak trees located directly within the construction footprint to accommodate the property structures. For the trees designated for retention, it is critical to implement protective measures to minimize construction-related impacts. Tree protective fencing must be installed around the drip- line of each retained tree to safeguard the main stems, canopies, and critical root zones from damage caused by heavy machinery and soil compaction. The fencing should be robust, highly visible, and remain in place for the duration of the project. Additionally, a detailed tree protection plan, including guidelines for permitted activities within the protected zones and measures for addressing inadvertent damage, is provided at the end of this report. Adherence to these measures is essential to ensure the health and preservation of the retained trees Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 641 of 1165 Prepared by: W. M. Smith (ISA Certified Arborist #WE 13625A) Moki Smith Arborist 408-722-8942 Mokismitharborist@gmail.com Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 642 of 1165 Tree Inventory Table Tree Tag ID Common Name Species D.B.H.Hei gh t Cro wn Spr e ad Condit io n Protecte d 1 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 19 38 30 Fair Yes 2 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 17 40 30 Fair Yes 3 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 19/17/1 6 40 40 Fair Yes 4 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 15 45 20 Fair Yes 5 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 13/15 38 30 Good Yes 6 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 24 45 40 Fair Yes 7 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 15/11/1 1 40 50 Fair Yes 8 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 19 40 30 Poor Yes 9 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 24 50 35 Fair Yes 10 Valley Oak Querc us lobata 11 25 20 Fair No 11 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 21 55 30 Poor Yes 12 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 29/23 25 30 Poor Yes 13 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 14/11 30 25 Fair Yes 14 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 7 25 15 Fair No Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 643 of 1165 15 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 22 45 35 Fair Yes 16 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 18 45 30 Fair Yes 17 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 24 45 40 Good Yes 18 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 8/18/17 50 50 Fair Yes 19 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 7/20/9 40 45 Fair Yes 20 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 17 25 20 Fair Yes 21 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 14 35 25 Fair Yes 22 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 16 30 30 Fair Yes 23 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 35 25 Fair Yes 24 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 22 40 35 Fair Yes 25 Valley Oak Querc us lobata 10/13 35 35 Fair Yes 26 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 14 30 35 Fair Yes 27 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 11/15/1 4 / 12 35 50 Fair Yes 28 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 21 45 40 Fair Yes 29 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 17 40 35 Fair Yes Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 644 of 1165 30 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 20 45 30 Fair Yes 31 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 11/14 40 35 Fair Yes 32 Bay Laurel Lau r us nob il is 7 15 10 Fair No 33 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 35 25 Poor Yes 34 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 40 30 Poor Yes 35 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 15 40 30 Fair Yes 36 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 18 40 30 Fair Yes 37 Valley Oak Querc us lobata 28 55 50 Fair Yes 38 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 35 35 Fair Yes 39 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 17 40 30 Fair Yes 40 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 15 40 40 Fair Yes 41 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 18 45 35 Fair Yes 42 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 9 20 15 Fair No 43 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 11/10 40 40 Fair Yes 44 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 9 30 22 Fair No 45 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 15 40 30 Fair Yes 46 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 20 38 30 Fair Yes 47 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 13 35 25 Fair Yes 48 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 11 50 25 Fair No 49 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 6 30 18 Fair No 50 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 15 40 35 Fair Yes Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 645 of 1165 51 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 13 40 35 Fair Yes 52 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 21 45 35 Fair Yes 53 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 11 25 20 Fair No 54 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 23 40 35 Fair Yes 55 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 25 45 40 Fair Yes 56 Valley Oak Querc us lobata 15/13 40 45 Fair Yes 57 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 35 30 Fair Yes 58 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 16 35 30 Fair Yes 59 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 40 20 Fair Yes 60 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 19 40 35 Fair Yes 61 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 14 40 40 Fair Yes 62 Blue Oak Quercus douglasii 11 35 25 Fair No 63 Coast Live Oak Querc us agrifol ia 21 45 40 Good Yes Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 646 of 1165 Assessment and Observations Tree Tag# 1 This tree has a moderate lean in the southern direction due to competition for light. Mistletoe noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 2 This tree has a significant lean in the southern direction due to competition for light with neighboring oak trees. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 3 This tree has a significant lean in the southern direction due to competition for light with neighboring oak trees. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 4 Minor fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. This tree has a moderate south eastern lean due to competition for light with neighboring trees. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 5 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 24 inches above grade. Tree Tag# 6 This tree has a slight southern lean due to competition for light with neighboring oak trees. Decay cavity noted on one co-dominant upright emerging from approximately 6 feet above grade up to approximately 10 feet above grade. Tree Tag# 7 Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Moderate die back noted in the upper canopy. This tree has three co-dominant uprights emerging from a subterranean first main crotch. Tree Tag# 8 This tree has evidence of a boring winged beetle noted on the southern side of the main stem frass located in the decay under the bark tissue. Decay cavity noted on the main stem emerging from approximately 10 inches above grade up to approximately 38 inches above grade. Tree Tag# 9 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from a first main crotch located approximately 40 inches above grade. Major cracking noted on the easternmost upright. This tree lost a third co-dominant upright on the western side of the tree, and a fourth co-dominant lateral upright on the western side of the tree Tree Tag# 10 This tree has a significant western lean at approximately 20 feet above grade. Cavity noted on the southern side of the main stem approximately 8 feet above grade. Tree Tag# 11 This tree has a south eastern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Moderate/significant die back noted in the canopy. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 647 of 1165 Tree Tag# 12 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from a subterranean first main crotch. One of the uprights has a significant southern lean. The northernmost upright has been removed to approximately 12 feet above grade, epicormic growth is comprising the canopy of this upright. This tree has recently lost a major co-dominant upright, resulting in the loss of significant structural tissue. Tree #12 is located on the adjacent property approximately 10 feet from the property boundary line. Tree Tag# 13 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from a first main crotch located approximately 6 inches above grade. One co-dominant upright has a significant southern lean. The second co-dominant upright has a significant western lean. Minor fungal damage on the foliage. Tree Tag# 14 This tree has a significant southern lean. Tree Tag# 15 This tree has a moderate southern lean noted, due to competition for light with neighboring oaks. Significant 10 inch lateral limb has been removed on the main stem years ago at approximately 6 feet above grade. Tree Tag# 16 This tree has a significant southern lean due to competition for light with neighboring trees Tree Tag# 17 This tree has a slight southern lean on the main stem due to competition for light. Tree Tag# 18 This tree has two large co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 24 inches above grade. Included bark noted between the uprights. Northernmost upright has a significant northern lean. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 19 This tree has two large co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 24 inches above grade. Included bark noted between the uprights. Northernmost upright has a significant northern lean. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 20 This tree has a significant northern lean due to competition for light with neighboring oak trees. Tree Tag# 21 Evidence of boring insect, entrance wounds on the southern side of the main stem up to approximately 10 feet above grade. Tree Tag# 22 This tree has a very significant western lean. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 648 of 1165 Tree Tag# 23 This tree has the majority of its canopy comprised on the western side of the tree. Fungal fruiting bodies noted on the northern side of the main stem. Decay cavity present on the main stem at the root flare on the northern side of the tree. Tree Tag# 24 This tree has moderate die back noted in the canopy. Minor fungal damage noted in the canopy. Multiple large lateral limbs have failed due to fungal disease. Fungal fruiting bodies noted on the canopy branches. Tree Tag# 25 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from a subterranean first main crotch, included bark noted between co dominant stems. Minor die noted in the upper canopy. Tree Tag# 26 This tree has a minor northern lean due to competition for light with neighboring oak tree. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Minor die back noted in the canopy of this tree. Tree Tag# 27 This tree has multiple co-dominant uprights emerging from a first main crotch located approximately 6 inches above grade. One upright is emerging in the western direction, one in the northern direction, and two in the eastern direction. Tree Tag# 28 This tree has moderate die back noted in the upper canopy. Multiple dead lateral limbs noted. Tree Tag# 29 This tree has moderate die back noted in the canopy. Fungal disease noted on the foliage of this tree. Tree Tag# 30 This tree has lost multiple limbs in the canopy due to fungal disease. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of the tree. Tree Tag# 31 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 24 inches above grade. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 32 This tree has multiple decay wounds on the main stem majority of the canopies, comprise the secondary growth Tree Tag# 33 This tree has a moderate southern lean due to competition for light with neighboring oak trees. Galls noted on the stems of the canopy. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Tree Tag# 34 This tree has a slight southern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Minor decay cavities noted on the main stem due to loss of limbs. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 649 of 1165 Tree Tag# 35 This tree has a slight southern lean due to competition for light with neighboring oaks. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Moderate die back noted in the canopy of this tree. Tree Tag# 36 This tree has moderate die back noted in the upper canopy. Canopy has a slight southwestern lean. Tree Tag# 37 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 8 feet above grade, included bark noted between these uprights. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Moderate die back noted in the upper canopy. Tree Tag# 38 This tree has a moderate north-eastern lean. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Tree Tag# 39 The canopy of this tree has a slight southern lean due to competition for light. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 40 Canopy of this tree has a slight western lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 41 This tree has a moderate south eastern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Moderate die back in the canopy. Tree Tag# 42 This tree has a moderate northern lean on the main stem. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Minor die back in the canopy. Tree Tag# 43 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 40 inches above grade. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 44 This tree extends in the eastern direction at approximately 15 feet above grade due to competition for light with neighboring oak tree. Moderate die back in the canopy. Tree Tag# 45 This tree has fungal damage noted on the foliage. This tree has lost multiple lateral limbs. Moderate die back in the canopy. Tree Tag# 46 This tree has a moderate southern lean. Two co-dominant upright emerged from the first main crotch located approximately 6 feet above grade. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 650 of 1165 Tree Tag# 47 This tree has a moderate eastern lean due to competition for light with neighboring oak trees. This tree has two co-dominant uprights, emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 7 feet above grade. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 48 This tree has a minor eastern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Moderate die back in the canopy. Tree Tag# 49 Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 50 This tree has a minor southern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 51 This tree has a minor southern lean due to competition for light. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 52 This tree has a moderate southern lean. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 53 Moderate die back noted in the canopy of the tree. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Tree Tag# 54 This tree has a minor south eastern lean. Moderate die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 55 Minor die back noted in the canopy of this tree. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Tree Tag# 56 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from a first main crotch located approximately 18 inches above grade. One co-dominant upright has a significant northwestern lean. Moderate die back noted in the canopy of this tree. Tree Tag# 57 This tree has minor fungal damage noted on the foliage. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Minor decay wound on the base of the main stem on the northern side. Tree Tag# 58 This tree has a minor south eastern lean on the main stem. Decay wound noted on the main stem on the northern side of the canopy. At approximately 45 inches above grade. Tree Tag# 59 This tree has fungal damage noted on the foliage and minor die back in the canopy. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 651 of 1165 Tree Tag# 60 This tree has a decay cavity noted on the main stem of approximately 6 feet above grade up to approximately 10 feet above grade. Minor fungal damage noted on the foliage. Tree Tag# 61 This tree has two co-dominant uprights emerging from the first main crotch located approximately 11 feet above grade. Canopy has a north eastern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 62 This tree has a minor eastern lean. Fungal damage noted on the foliage of this tree. Minor die back noted in the canopy. Tree Tag# 63 This tree has a minor northern lean. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 652 of 1165 Site Map Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 52 Packet Pg. 653 of 1165 Tree Protection Measures for construction •Avoid root damage through grading, trenching, compaction, etc., at least within an area 1.5 times the ‘drip-line’ area of trees. Where root damage cannot be avoided, roots encountered (over 1" diameter) should be exposed approximately 12" beyond the area to be disturbed (towards tree stem), by hand excavation, or with specialized hydraulic or pneumatic equipment, cut cleanly with hand pruners or power saw, and immediately back-filled with soil. Avoid tearing, or otherwise disturbing that portion of the root(s) to remain. •Construct a temporary fence as far from the tree stem (trunk) as possible, and at least as far as the drip-line of the tree. This fencing should completely surround the tree. Post no parking or storage signs outside / on fencing. Do not attach posting to the main-stem of the tree. •Do not allow vehicles, equipment, pedestrian traffic; building materials or debris storage; or disposal of toxic or other materials inside of the fenced off area. •Trees that will be impacted by construction may benefit from fertilization, ideally performed in the fall, and preferably prior to any construction activities. •Mulch rooting area with an acidic, organic compost or mulch. •Arrange for periodic (Biannual/Quarterly) inspection of tree's condition, and treatment of damaging conditions (insects, diseases, nutrient deficiencies, etc.) as they occur, or as appropriate. •Individual trees likely to suffer significant impacts may require specific, more extensive efforts and/or a more detailed specification than those contained within these general guidelines. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 53 Packet Pg. 654 of 1165 Protective tree fencing shall specify the following: (1)Size and materials. Six (6) foot high chain link fencing, mounted on two-inch diameter galvanized iron posts, shall be driven into the ground to a depth of at least two (2) feet at no more than 10-foot spacing. For paving area that will not be demolished and when stipulated in a tree preservation plan, posts may be supported by a concrete base. (2)Area type to be fenced. Type I: Enclosure with chain link fencing of either the entire drip- line area or at the tree protection zone (TPZ), when specified by a certified or consulting arborist. Type II: Enclosure for street trees located in a planter strip: chain link fence around the entire planter strip to the outer branches. Type III: Protection for a tree located in a small planter cutout only (such as downtown): orange plastic fencing shall be wrapped around the trunk from the ground to the first branch with 2-inch wooden boards bound securely on the outside. Caution shall be used to avoid damaging any bark or branches. (3)Duration of Type I, II, III fencing. Fencing shall be erected before demolition, grading or construction permits are issued and remain in place until the work is completed. Contractor shall Page 14 first obtain the approval of the project arborist on record prior to removing a tree protection fence. (4)Warning sign. Each tree fence shall have prominently displayed an 8.5 x 11-inch sign stating: "Warning—Tree Protection Zone-this fence shall not be removed and is subject to penalty according to Town Code 29.10.1025” (5)Prior to the commencement of construction, install the fence at the drip-line, around any tree and/or vegetation to be retained which could be affected by the construction and prohibit any storage of construction materials or other materials, equipment cleaning, or parking of vehicles within the TPZ. The drip-line shall not be altered in any way so as to increase the encroachment of the construction. (6)Prohibit all construction activities within the TPZ, including but not limited to: excavation, grading, drainage and leveling within the drip-line of the tree unless approved by the Director. (7)Prohibit disposal or depositing of oil, gasoline, chemicals or other harmful materials within the drip-line of or in drainage channels, swales or areas that may lead to the drip-line of a protected tree. (8)Prohibit the attachment of wires, signs or ropes to any protected tree. (9)Design utility services and irrigation lines to be located outside of the drip-line when feasible. (10)Retain the services of a certified or consulting arborist who shall serve as the project arborist for periodic monitoring of the project site and the health of those trees to be preserved. The project arborist shall be present whenever activities occur which may pose a potential threat to the health of the trees to be preserved and shall document all site visits. (11)The Director and project arborist shall be notified of any damage that occurs to a protected tree during construction so that proper treatment may be administered. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 54 Packet Pg. 655 of 1165 Tree Removal Plan Palo Alto Tree Removal and Replacement Ordinances 8.10.050 Removal of protected trees. It shall be a violation of this chapter for anyone to remove or cause to be removed a protected tree, except pursuant to a protected tree removal permit issued under Section 8.10.140 consistent with the following: (a)In the absence of proposed development: (1)A protected tree shall not be removed unless the urban forester grants a protected tree removal permit, or on parcels zoned other than single-family (R-1) or low density residential (RE, R-2, or RMD), the director of planning and development services authorizes the removal through staff level architectural review pursuant to Section 18.76.020(b)(3), having determined, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that treatments or corrective practices are not feasible, and that the tree should be removed because any of the following apply: (i)It is dead, is hazardous, or constitutes a public nuisance under Section 8.04.050 of this code. (ii)It is a detriment to or is crowding an adjacent protected tree. (iii)It is at risk for retrenchment or other tree decline coping processes or does not conform with right tree in the right place principles. (iv)It is impacting the foundation or eaves of a residence, or any covered parking required under Title 18 of this code. (2)In the event a protected tree is removed pursuant to a protected tree removal permit granted under this subsection (a), a temporary moratorium on development of the subject property may be issued by the urban forester for up to twenty-four months or by, the director of planning and development services, in consultation with the urban forester, for up to thirty-six months, from the date the tree removal occurred. Completion of required mitigation measures included in the tree removal permit does not remove or shorten any such moratorium. A moratorium may be terminated early with approval of the urban forester or director of planning, and development services, as applicable, and may require additional mitigation measures. Mitigation measures included in the protected tree removal permit and any additional mitigation measures required to shorten a moratorium shall be imposed as a condition of any subsequent permits for development on the subject property. (b)In the case of any development on a single-family (R-1) or low density (RE, R-2, or RMD) residential zoned parcel, other than in connection with a subdivision, a protected tree shall not be removed unless the tree is proposed for removal to accommodate an ADU constructed pursuant to Section 18.09.030, or because removal is necessary to allow an ADU constructed pursuant to Section 18.09.040 to achieve the minimum standards set forth in state law, or it is determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that any of the following apply: (1)The tree is so close to the proposed development that construction would result in the death of the tree, and there is no financially feasible design alternative that would permit preservation of the tree, where financially feasible means an alternative that preserves the tree unless retaining the tree would increase project cost by more than twice the reproduction cost of the tree or ten percent of the given project valuation, whichever is greater. (2)Retention of one or more trees would result in reduction of the otherwise-permissible buildable area of the lot by more than twenty-five percent, and there is no financially feasible design alternative that Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 55 Packet Pg. 656 of 1165 would allow for preservation of the tree(s). For the purposes of this subsection (a)(2), a financially feasible design alternative means a design alternative that preserves the tree(s) and would not increase the project cost by more than twice the reproduction cost of the tree(s) or ten percent of the given project valuation, whichever is greater. All tree protection zones impacting buildable area are included in the reduction of buildable area calculation. (3)The tree could be removed due to the conditions listed in Section 8.10.050(a)(1)(i), (ii), or (iii) and treatments or corrective practices are not feasible. (c)In the case of development involving a proposed subdivision of land into two or more parcels, a protected tree shall not be removed unless determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that either of the following apply: (1)Removal is unavoidable due to restricted access to the property or deemed necessary to repair a geologic hazard (landslide, repairs, etc.), in which case only the protected tree or trees necessary to allow access to the property or repair the geologic hazard may be removed. (2)The tree could be removed due to the conditions listed in subsection (a)(1)(i), (ii), or (iii) and treatments or corrective practices are not feasible. (d)In the case of development requiring planning approval under Title 18, and not included under subsections (b) or (c), a protected tree shall not be removed unless determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that any of the following apply: (1)Retention of one or more trees would result in reduction of the otherwise-permissible buildable area of the lot by more than twenty-five percent, and there is no financially feasible design alternative that would permit preservation of the tree(s), where financially feasible means an alternative that preserves the tree(s) unless retaining the tree(s) would increase project cost by more than twice the reproduction cost of the tree or ten percent of the given project valuation, whichever is greater. All tree protection zones impacting buildable area are included in the reduction of buildable area calculation. (2)The tree should be removed because it is dead, hazardous, or constitutes a public nuisance under Section 8.04.050. In such cases, the tree protection zone of the removed tree, or an equivalent area on the site, shall be preserved for mitigation purposes from development of any structure. (3)Discretionary development review determines that the final project follows right tree in the right place principles and would result in a net tree canopy increase on the property within fifteen years, and replacement of trees, shrubs, and plants either: (i)Is consistent with Urban Forest Master Plan Goal 2: "Re-generated native woodland and riparian landscapes as the key ecological basis of the urban forest with focus on native species and habitat," or (ii)Uses climate adaptive, drought tolerant species. (e)In any circumstance other than those described in subsections (a), (b), (c), or (d), a protected tree shall not be removed unless determined by the urban forester, on the basis of a tree report prepared by a designated arborist and other relevant information, that the tree is dead, is hazardous, or constitutes a public nuisance under Section 8.04.050. (Ord. 5612 § 2 (part), 2024: Ord. 5557 § 4 (part), 2022: Ord. 5494 § 3, 2020: Ord. 4826 § 4, 2004: Ord. 4680 § 3, 2001: Ord. 4568 § 1 (part), 1999) Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 56 Packet Pg. 657 of 1165 8.10.055 Tree replacement. (a)In the event a protected tree is removed pursuant to Section 8.10.050(a)(1)(i), mitigation for the removed tree, replacement tree ratio, in lieu fees, or a combination thereof shall be determined by the urban forester, based on factors including but not limited to the species, size, location, and specific reason for removal of the protected tree, in accordance with the standards and specifications in the Tree and Landscape Technical Manual. (b)In the event a protected tree is removed pursuant to Section 8.10.050 (a)(1)(ii), (iii), or (iv), (b), (c), (d), or (e), the tree removed shall be replaced in accordance with the standards and specifications in the Tree and Landscape Technical Manual, including but not limited to prioritization of locally native species, satisfaction of right tree in the right place principles, and incorporation of a secondary goal of net tree canopy increase on the property within fifteen years. The urban forester shall approve the number, species, size, and location of replacement trees. (Ord. 5612 § 2 (part), 2024: Ord. 5557 § 4 (part), 2022) Tree Replacement Plan This plan outlines the measures to compensate for the removal of eight native oak trees, seven of which are protected under the Palo Alto Tree Protection Ordinance. The plan adheres to the city’s requirements and ensures ecological value is maintained through appropriate replacement plantings. Overview of Tree Removal •Total Trees to Be Removed: 15 native oak trees •Tags: 7, 11, 21, 37, 38, 39, 40, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63 •These trees are either directly within the proposed building footprint or need to be removed due to being within the fire defensive zone (30ft from the property structure) as per the fire department •Protected Trees: 14 trees are protected under Palo Alto City Ordinance. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 57 Packet Pg. 658 of 1165 Replacement Details •Total Required Replacement Trees: 60 native oaks NOTE: In accordance with the CEQA Categorical Exemption Report dated February 2026, replacement trees shall not be planted in the identified environmentally sensitive areas of the site, which is natural habitat of the Monkeyflower Scrub. The remaining area of the site is only sufficient to plant 30 replacement trees. As coordinated with the City Arborist, owner shall pay in-lieu replacement tree fees for the rest of the trees. •Species: Replacement trees will be either: ◦Coast Live Oak (Quercus agrifolia) ◦Blue Oak (Quercus douglasii) ◦Valley Oak (Quercus lobata) •Container Size: All replacement trees will be planted in 24-inch box containers to ensure successful establishment. •Planting Locations: Replacement trees will be distributed across the property in suitable locations, ensuring adequate spacing and optimal growing conditions. Exact planting sites will be determined to avoid future conflicts with structures or utilities. Replacement trees shall not be planted in the environmentally sensitive areas of the site as identified in the CEQA Categorical Exemption Report dated February 2026. Planting Guidelines •Soil Preparation: Planting holes will be amended with native soil and organic material as needed to promote healthy root growth. •Irrigation: Temporary irrigation systems or manual watering will be provided for the first 3-5 years to ensure establishment. •Mulching: A 3-4 inch layer of mulch will be applied around the base of each tree to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature. Maintenance and Monitoring Plan •Health Inspections: Bi-annual or quarterly health inspections are recommended to be conducted by a certified arborist during the first two years. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 58 Packet Pg. 659 of 1165 •Maintenance Actions: ◦Deadwood and damaged branches will be pruned as needed. ◦Irrigation will be adjusted based on seasonal rainfall. Fire Defensible Zones The subject property is located within Palo Alto’s Wildland-Urban Interface fire area, where defensible space is generally maintained within Zone 1, extending 0 to 30 feet from the building, and Zone 2, extending 30 to 100 feet from the building, as directed by the fire code official when site conditions warrant expanded clearance. An on-site coordination meeting was held with representatives of the Fire Department, during which the Fire Department required that all trees be removed from Zone 1, defined as within 30 feet of the building. The Fire Department further stated that it will not accept the placement of any new trees, including replacement trees, within Zone 1 or within Zone 2, extending from 30 feet to 100 feet from the building. PAMC 8.10.092 Tree Removal in Wildland-Urban Interface Area Tree removal and relocation in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) area, as defined in Section 15.04.150, shall be subject to the provisions in Chapter 15.04. To the extent that Chapter 15.04 is inconsistent with this chapter, Chapter 15.04 shall control. PAMC 15.04.150 Definitions Section 202 Definition of Wildland-Urban Interface Fire Area Wildland-urban interface fire area is a geographical area identified by the State of California as a hazard in accordance with Public Resources Code Sections 4201 through 4202 and Government Code Sections 51175 through 51189, or other areas designated by the enforcing agency to be at a significant risk from wildfires. Within the city limits of the City of Palo Alto, “Wildland-Urban Fire Interface Area” shall also include all areas west of Interstate 280 and all other areas recommended as “Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone” by the Director of the California Department of Forestry. CCR 1299.03 Defensible Space Defensible space is required to be maintained at all times whenever flammable vegetative conditions exist. One hundred feet (100 ft.) of defensible space clearance shall be maintained in two distinct zones as follows: “Zone 1” extends thirty feet (30 ft.) out from each building or structure, or to the property line, whichever comes first; “Zone 2” extends from thirty feet (30 ft.) to one hundred feet (100 ft.) from each building or structure, but not beyond the property line. The vegetation treatment requirements for Zone 1 are more restrictive than for Zone 2, as provided below. (a) Zone 1 Requirements Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 59 Packet Pg. 660 of 1165 (1) Remove all dead or dying grass, plants, shrubs, trees, branches, leaves, weeds, and pine needles from the zone, whether such vegetation occurs in yard areas around the building or structure, on the roof or rain gutters of the building or structure, or any other location within the zone. (2) Remove dead tree or shrub branches that overhang roofs, are below or adjacent to windows, or are adjacent to wall surfaces, and keep all branches a minimum of ten feet (10 ft.) away from chimney and stovepipe outlets. (3) Relocate exposed firewood piles outside of Zone 1 unless they are completely covered in a fire-resistant material. (4) Remove flammable vegetation and items that could catch fire which are adjacent to or under combustible decks, balconies, and stairs. (b) Zone 2 Requirements (1) In this zone, create horizontal and vertical spacing among shrubs and trees using the “Fuel Separation” method, the “Continuous Tree Canopy” method, or a combination of both to achieve defensible space clearance requirements. (2) In both the Fuel Separation and Continuous Tree Canopy methods, the following standards apply: (a) Dead and dying woody surface fuels and aerial fuels shall be removed. Loose surface litter, normally consisting of fallen leaves or needles, twigs, bark, cones, and small branches, shall be permitted to a maximum depth of three inches (3 in.). (b) Cut annual grasses and forbs down to a maximum height of four inches (4 in.). (c) All exposed wood piles must have a minimum of ten feet (10 ft.) of clearance, down to bare mineral soil, in all directions. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 60 Packet Pg. 661 of 1165 Fire Defensible Zones - Site Map Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 61 Packet Pg. 662 of 1165 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 62 Packet Pg. 663 of 1165 Job#5573 May 8th, 2026 1 Drainage Calculations 929 Laurel Glen Drive, Palo Alto Conveyable Flow Rate (Manning’s Equation) 𝑄=𝐴× (1.49 𝑛)× 𝑅 2 3 × 𝑆 1 2 𝐴6−𝑖𝑛𝑐ℎ 𝑃𝑉𝐶=(𝜋× 3 𝑖𝑛.2 )× 1 𝑓𝑡2 144 𝑖𝑛2 =0.196𝑓𝑡2 𝑃𝑊𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑃𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑚𝑒𝑡𝑒𝑟=(2 × 𝜋× 3 𝑖𝑛)× 1 𝑓𝑡 12 𝑖𝑛=1.57𝑓𝑡 𝑅𝐻𝑦𝑑𝑟𝑎𝑢𝑙𝑖𝑐 𝑅𝑎𝑑𝑖𝑢𝑠=𝐴 𝑃=0.196 𝑓𝑡2 1.57 𝑓𝑡=0.125𝑓𝑡 𝑄6𝑖𝑛 𝑃𝑉𝐶 @ 2%=0.196𝑓𝑡2 × (1.49 0.012)× 0.125𝑓𝑡 2 3 × 0.02 1 2 𝑄6𝑖𝑛 𝑃𝑉𝐶 @ 2%=0.860 𝑓𝑡3 𝑠𝑒𝑐 (max 𝑓𝑙𝑜𝑤 𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑣𝑒𝑦𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒) Captured Area Site Runoff (Rational Method) 𝑄=𝐶× 𝐴× 𝐼10−𝑀𝑖𝑛 𝐼10−𝑀𝑖𝑛=2.42 𝑖𝑛 ℎ𝑟 (10-Year storm event – NOAA Atlas 14 Vol. 6 Ver. 2) 𝑄=2.42 𝑖𝑛 ℎ𝑟× [(0.3 × 11,433𝑓𝑡2 × 1 𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑒 43560𝑓𝑡2 )+(0.9 × 8,628𝑓𝑡2 × 1 𝑎𝑐𝑟𝑒 43560𝑓𝑡2 )] 𝑄𝑀𝑎𝑥 𝐶𝑎𝑝𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑑=0.622 𝑓𝑡3 𝑠𝑒𝑐 Conveyance Sizing 0.622 𝑓𝑡3 𝑠𝑒𝑐<0.860 𝑓𝑡3 𝑠𝑒𝑐 The runoff captured in the system (for a 10-year storm event and 10-min Time of Concentration) is less than the maximum conveyable flow rate of a 6” PVC pipe sloped at 2%. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 63 Packet Pg. 664 of 1165 16April02 Impervious Area Worksheet City of Palo Alto IMPERVIOUS AREA WORKSHEET Public Works Engineering FOR LAND DEVELOPMENTS Phone: 650/329-2151 FAX: 650/329-2240 Applicants for all projects creating or replacing 500 square feet or more of impervious surface must fill out this worksheet and submit it to the Building Inspection Division prior to issuance of a building permit. APN_______-_______-_________ Lot size (sq. ft.)________________ Title of Dwg. used to calculate revised impervious area_________________________ Land Use (Circle one): Residential Commercial Industrial Roadway For residential uses Þ Number of living units (Circle one): 1 2 3 or more Project Type (Circle one): New Development Redevelopment Watershed (Circle one): San Francisquito Matadero Barron Adobe SF Bay (see attached watershed map) Purpose of Worksheet The City of Palo Alto is collecting information on impervious surfaces created by land development projects in order to meet the requirements of its Stormwater Discharge Permit, issued by the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board. In addition, this information is used to calculate the monthly Storm Drainage Fee for non -single -family residential properties (single -family residential properties are assessed a flat monthly Storm Drainage Fee). Every developed land parcel in the City of Palo Alto is assessed a monthly Storm Drainage Fee. The fee is based upon the relative contribution of storm water runoff from each parcel to the City’s storm drainage system. A parcel’s relative contribution of storm water runoff is based upon the amount of “impervious surface” on that parcel. “Impervious surface” means that part of a developed parcel that has been modified to reduce the land’s natural ability to absorb and hold rainfall. It includes hard surfaces which cause water to run off the surface in greater quantit ies or at an increased rate of flow from the flow that existed under natural conditions prior to development. For example, common impervious surfaces include, but are not limited to, rooftops, walkways, patios, courtyards, driveways, parking lots, storage areas, concrete or asphalt paving, gravel roads, or any cleared, graded, graveled, paved, or compacted surfaces, or other surfaces which similarly impede the natural infiltration of surface water into the soil. IMPERVIOUS AREA SUMMARY Lot size (sq. ft .) ____________(a) Existing impervious surface (sq. ft.) ____________(b) Existing percent impervious [line (b)¸line (a)] (%) _______(c) Area of impervious surface to be constructed (sq. ft.) Ratio of newly constructed impervious surface to existing impervious surface [line (d) ¸ line (b)] (%)_________________________(e) Approximate area of land disturbance during construction (sq. ft.) ___________(f) Final impervious surface (sq. ft.) (From “Impervious Area Calculation”, see back side.) STAFF ONLY Building Permit #________________ Building Permit Application Date________________ Reviewer__________________ Property Address________________________________________________________ Applicant Name________________________________________________________ 929 Laurel Glen Dr, Palo Alto Ken Ngai 182 01354 184,201 5573-929_PGP.dwg 184,201 0 0 11,865 N/A _____8,628___(d) ____8,628 Revised percent impervious [line (g)____(g) ¸line (a)] (%) __4.68 __% __(h) Dwg. Date_____05-08-2026_______ Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 64 Packet Pg. 665 of 1165 16April02 Impervious Area Worksheet IMPERVIOUS AREA CALCULATION (Select one of the following methods and provide the required information) METHOD 1 METHOD 2 Calculate the area of impervious surface by measuring all Calculate the area of impervious surface by subtracting the impervious improvements. area of perv ious surface from the total area of the parcel. Sq. ft. Sq. ft. Buildings +__________(1) Total area of parcel +__________(7) (from Assessor’s Book) Parking/storage areas +__________(2) (including driveways) Pervious Areas Walkways Landscaping -___________(8) Patios and courtyards +__________(4) Undisturbed areas -___________(9) Other (specify_____________________) -__________(10) Total impervious area (sum #1 thru 5) Total impervious area (sum #7 thru 10) ___________(11) METHOD 3 Calculate the area of impervious surface by adding (or subtracting) the net change in impervious surface as a result of construction to the impervious surface that existed prior to construction. Sq. ft. Existing impervious area +_________(12) New Impervious Areas Buildings +_________(13) Parking/storage areas +_________(14) (including driveways) Walkways +_________(15) Patios and courtyards +_________(16) Other (specify______________________) +_________(17) Impervious Area Removed Buildings -__________(18) Parking/storage areas -__________(19) (including driveways) Walkways -__________(20) Patios and courtyards -__________(21) Other (specify_____________________) -__________(22) Total impervious area (sum #12 thru 22) ___________(23) 3,473 1,508 2,478 Other (specify___W _a _ll _, _F _e _n _c _e,... _ _ _ _ _ __ __ ) +__1055___(3) +__114__ (5) ___8,628__(6) Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 65 Packet Pg. 666 of 1165 16April02 Impervious Area Worksheet Instructions for Impervious Area Worksheet Beginning May 1, 2002, applicants for all projects creating or replacing 500 square feet or more of impervious surface must fill out an Impervious Area Worksheet and submit it to the Building Inspection Division prior to issuance of a building permit. If you have questions about the form or the requested data, please consult with Public Works Engineering staff at the Development Center. Line -by -Line Instructions Property Address: Insert the street name and address for the subject property. APN: Insert the Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) for the subject property. Applicant Name: Insert the name of the person applying for the building permit for the subject project. Lot Size: Insert the size of the subject property in square feet. Title of Drawing: Insert the name or number of the plan drawing used to calculate the impervious surface information. Drawing Date: Insert the date of the drawing used to calculate the impervious surface information. Land Use: Circle the appropriate land use for the subject property. If the property use is residential, circle the appropriate number of living units. Project Type: Circle the appropriate project type. For purposes of this form, “new development” is construction on land that has never been built upon; everything else is considered “redevelopment”. Watershed: Circle the appropriate storm drain watershed for the subject property. Use the map on the reverse side of this form to identify the correct water shed. Existing Insert the amount of impervious surface (in square feet )currently on the subject property Impervious Surface: (or on the property prior to any recent demolition). See the “Purpose of Worksheet” section of the form for a definition of “impervious surface”. Area of Impervious Insert the total amount of impervious surface (in square feet) to be constructed as part of Surface to be the subject project (both construction of new impervious surface over existing pervious Constructed: areas, as well as replacement of existing impervious surface with new impervious surface). DO NOT INCLUDE routine maintenance work such as reroofing, resurfacing of existing paved areas, etc. in the calculation of impervious surface. Approximate Area Insert the approximate area (in square feet) to be disturbed by construction operations of Land Disturbance: (including clearing, grading, excavating,, etc.) Final Impervious Insert the amount of impervious surface (in square feet) that will be on the subject property Surface: at the conclusion of the project (using the calculation worksheets on the back of the form). Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 66 Packet Pg. 667 of 1165 g a s i l l Road Juni pero S e r r a Bou l e v a r d PageMillRoad Arastradero Road E l C a m i n o R e a l San An t onio Avenue Char leston Road O r e g o n E x p r e s s w a y Mi dd l e f i e l d Road Embarcadero Road U n i v e r s i t y Avenu e B a y s h o r e F r e e w a y 1 0 1 A l m a S t r e e t Foo t h i l l E x p r e ssway Sa nd Hi l l Road H i g h w ay Barron Adobe C reek Cr eek Cree k Matadero Creek Francisquito Sa n UNIVERSITY STANFORD Bay Watershed San Francisco Watershed Creek Adobe Watershed Barron Creek Watershed Matadero Creek Creek Watershed San Francisquito Storm Drain Watersheds within the City of Palo Alto This map is a product of the City of Palo Alto GIS This document is a graphic representation only of best available sources. The City of Palo Alto assumes no responsibility for any errors. CITYOF PALOALTO I NC O R P O R A TE D CALIFORNIA P a l o A l t o T h e C i t y o f APRI L 1 6 189 4 0'3500' () mraschk, 2002-05-22 10:55:43 Watersheds (\\cc-prmtrak\Gis$\Data\View.Mdb) Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 67 Packet Pg. 668 of 1165 1 Soils and Foundation Investigation for New Single-Family House Prepared for Laurel Glen Drive. Palo Alto, CA 94303 APN 18254013 Lot 13 Lot 2 Track 6723 448 Book 48-51 184,201 SQFT 4.013 Acres By Farshad Safaian 12193 Brookglen Dr. Sarataga, CA 95070 Project Number: 1392 Date: June 2024 Copies to: Mr Ken Ngai and Mike Amini by email Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 68 Packet Pg. 669 of 1165 2 Subject: Soils and Foundation Investigation of Laurel Glen Drive. PaloAlto, CA 94303 Dear Mr. Ken Ngai Address: Laurel Glen Drive. Palo Alto, CA 94303 In response to your request and authorization, we have completed a soil and foundation investigation for the above-mentioned project. Based on our findings, it is our professional opinion that the site is suitable for the proposed New Single-Family House, provided that the recommendations of this report are carefully followed and are included into the project plans and specifications. We appreciate the opportunity to be of service to you. If you have any questions concerning our findings and conclusions, please contact our office at your convenience. Respectfully Submitted, Farshad Safaian, P.E. Registration # C66881 Copies to Mr. Mr Ken Ngai by email Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 69 Packet Pg. 670 of 1165 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Cover page ………………………………………………………………1 Cover letter ……………………………………………………………...2 1.0 Introduction ……………………………………………………………. 4 2.0 Site Location and Description …………………………………………. 4 3.0 Proposed construction …………………………………………………. 5 4.0 Field Investigation ……………………………………………………...6 5.0 Soil Conditions ………………………………………………………... 6 6.0 Laboratory Testing ……………………………………………………. 9 7.0 Geologic Setting & Faults ……………………………………...…….....7 8.0 Potential Geologic Hazards Evaluation ………………………… …….9 9.0 References ………………………………………………….…….. …..17 10.0 Conclusion & Recommendations………………………..……… ……..18 10.1 General ……………………………………..………....…..18 10.2 Grading ………………………………………..….............18 10.3 Foundations………….….....……………………….....…..20 10.3.1 Retaining Wall……….….....……………………….....…21 10.4 Slab-On-Grade……………………………………..……..24 10.5 General Construction Requirement ……………………....25 11.0 Construction Observation ………………………………………......26 12.0 Investigation Limitation ……………………………………….........27 Appendix I Consist of: 1. Soil Classification, Plasticity Index, and Sieve Analysis 2. Faults Maps 3. Earthquake Hazard Coefficient by Location 4. Soil Data, Plasticity Index, and Sieve Analysis 5. Ground motion (10% probability of being exceeded in 50 years) in fraction of g 6. Borings Log. 7. Earthquake Coefficients Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 70 Packet Pg. 671 of 1165 4 1.0 INTRODUCTION In accordance with your authorization our company has completed a soil and foundation investigation at the subject site for the proposed residence. This soil report is not to perform Geology Hazard and Fults Rupture and lifelines such as water, sewer, gas, and power … that are not our study, and studies regarding these subjects are excluded. This soil report was made from a geotechnical engineering point of view and limited to our recommendations in the above-mentioned soil report. The scope of our work included the following: 1. Site reconnaissance by Professional Engineer. 2. Review of geologic reference maps. 3. Review of tentative, Topographic and Survey Maps 4. Soil classification 5. The preparation and writing of this report, which presents our findings, conclusions, and recommendations. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the surface and subsurface soils at the site and provide recommendations to design the proposed new two-story Single-Family House. Based on the data and information obtained, we have provided recommendations for foundation design and grading criteria for the design of the above buildings. Our findings indicate that the proposed above building is feasible from a geotechnical standpoint provided the recommendations in this report are included in the project plans and specifications and adhered to during and after construction. 2.0 SITE LOCATION & DESCRIPTION The site is rectangular in shape and located as APN 18254013 Lot 13 Laurel Drive Palo Alto CA 94304. It is bounded on the three sides by residential properties in the north, east and west sides. The site is almost steep slope from south to the north and building will be constructed on slope. The project consists of constructing residential building south side one story and north side 2 stories. We anticipate that structural loads will be relatively light as is typical for this type of construction. The above description is based on a site reconnaissance by the Soil Engineer. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 71 Packet Pg. 672 of 1165 5 3.0 PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION This soil report is not to perform Geology Hazard and Fults Rupture and lifelines such as water, sewer, gas, and power … that are not our study, and studies regarding these subjects are excluded. This soil report was made from a geotechnical engineering point of view and limited to our recommendations in the above-mentioned soil report. The proposed project is a new Single-Family House, Latitude = 37.373765°N, Longitude = -122.1782° W. Vicinity Map Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 72 Packet Pg. 673 of 1165 6 Vicinity Map 4.0 FIELD INVESTIGATION The field investigation was performed on 12/3/2023 (couldn’t soil sampling because of raining and slippery steep slope and couldn’t installing the rig for soil sampling) and 2/21/2024 and 4/29/2024 (two more soil samples borings and get soil samples exactly under the building area) and included a site reconnaissance by the Soil Engineer and drilling soil sampling excavation. Soil sampling was performed with minuteman 3-1/4” in diameter Continuous driven Flight Auger and constantly hammered with 140 lb weight. On boring B1 during drilling soil sampling excavation encountered bedrock at 2’ ft (this area was flattened) and continued until 8 feet below the existing ground surface to make sure siltstone rock was thick enough, and in boring B2 encountered rocks at 12’ ft and drilled to the depth of 20’ ft, and in boring B3 encountered rocks at 12’ ft and drilled to the depth of 15’ ft, and in boring B4 encountered rocks at 10’ ft and drilled to the depth of 3’ ft. Visual classifications were made from the samples in the field. As the excavation proceeded, bulk samples were obtained. 5.0 SOIL CONDITIONS AND DATA The soil conditions were derived from our site reconnaissance and the information and samples obtained from drilled borehole below the new building and between building and Laurel Glen Drive. Visual classifications were made from cutting and the samples in the field. Classifications made in the field were verified in the laboratory after further examination and testing. The results are shown on the Logs of Test Boring. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 73 Packet Pg. 674 of 1165 7 Borehole B-1 – 30 ft from the Laurel Glen Drive: - Topsoil 0” to 24”, vegetated, dark greyish brown, sandy silty clay, very moist, firm. - 2’ to 5’, brownish yellow, encountered bedrock at 2’, silt/sandstone, moist, SPT 20/30/46. - 5’ to 8’, yellow, weathered rock, silt/sandstone, SPT 30/50 for 6”. - Stopped drilling at 8 ft. - No water encountered. Borehole B-2 - 60 ft from the Laurel Glen Drive: - Topsoil 0” to 24”, vegetated, dark greyish brown, sandy silty clay, very moist, firm. -2’ to 5’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, SPT 5/7/12. -5’ to 10’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, SPT 10/12/20. -10’ to 15’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, encountered weathered rock at 12 ft SPT 16/20/30. -15’ to 20’, brownish yellow, weathered rock, moist, SPT 30/32/35. - Stopped drilling at 20 ft. - No water encountered. Borehole B-3 - under the main building area: - Topsoil 0” to 24”, vegetated, dark brown, sandy silty clay, very moist, medium stiff, SPT 4/5/7. -2’ to 6’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, firm, SPT 5/7/13. -6’ to 10’, brownish yellow, silty clayey, sand, very moist, SPT 9/15/21. -10’ to 15’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, encountered weathered rock at 12 ft SPT 34/43/50 for 5”. - Stopped drilling at 15 ft. - No water encountered. Borehole B-4 - under the garage area: - Topsoil 0” to 24”, vegetated, dark brown, sandy silty clay, very moist, stiff, SPT 5/7/10. -2’ to 6’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, very moist, firm, SPT 10/17/20. -6’ to 10’, brownish yellow, silty clayey, sand, very moist, SPT 29/40/60. -10’ to 15’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, encountered weathered rock at 10 ft SPT 34/43/50 for 5”. - Stopped drilling at 15 ft. - No water encountered. Soil Data – Typical Properties of Compacted Soils from 0’ to 12’ A): Soil Specification on Top: Soil Classification, SC-SM, Silty Clayey Sandy between 0’ to 12’. 1- Maximum dry density ϒd=120 PCF with optimum moisture Woptimum=13%, ϒt=136PCF 2- Cohesion as saturated C’=300 PSF. 3- Effective stress envelope ϕ’=33 degrees. 4- Coefficients of active pressure, Ka=0.30 and passive pressure, Kp=3.40 for flat backfill behind the retaining wall. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 74 Packet Pg. 675 of 1165 8 5- Modulus of Subgrade Reaction Ks=100 PCI 6- Sieve analysis in boring #3 B-3 at 2ft, Gravel G=1%, Sand S=51%, Fine F=48%. 7- Sieve analysis in boring #4 B-4 at 2’ to 6’ft, Gravel G=1%, Sand S=62%, Fine F=37%. 8- To get started grading first remove the top 12 inches containing fill soil and vegetation from top of the existing grade. 9- Stripping depth of 12 inches and five (5’) feet beyond the building lines. Scarifying 8” in fill areas, then moisturize to optimum moisture, after mixing should be compacted to 95%, before gets started, soil engineer should visit the jobsite to determine all stripping’s thickness. 10- The setback of piers from the slope should be minimum 10 ft (in flattened areas). 11- The minimum piers depth in the rock is 12 ft therefore total depth of piers are 24’ ft. 12- Actual required piers are 18” in diameter and should be minimum 23’ ft and minimum 12 feet in the rock. 13- Allowable foundation pressure 2000 PSF, Lateral Bearing below natural grade 150 PCF (PSF/F), and lateral sliding resistance 100 PSF. 14- Piers skin friction will be 350 PSF. 15- The lateral sliding coefficient of friction is 0.25. 16- Design Lateral Soil Load for at-rest pressure is 100 PCF. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 75 Packet Pg. 676 of 1165 9 Borings Location 6.0 LABORATORY TESTING All samples were visually classified in accordance with the Unified Soil Classification System per ASTM D-2487 and/or D-2488 to verify the field classification. Samples obtained from boring, were sent to laboratory to determine: -The moisture and density per ASTM D-2937 -The Sieve Analysis were determined per ASTM D-422 7.0 GEOLOGIC SETTING & FAULTS Geologic Setting: Generally, the site area is located on the North American Plate just northeast of plate boundary, southern portion of the Santa Clara Valley formed by the San Andreas Fault. Crustal strain produced by movements along the San Andreas and subsidiary faults has created pervasive, northwest- trending complex folding and faulting. The Santa Clara Valley is a broad, northwest-trending, alluvial-filled basin between the Santa Cruz Mountains to the west and the Mount Hamilton Range to the east. The alluvial sediments forming the valley floor are divided into older alluvial deposits that make up the majority of the valley fill, with younger deposits of alluvium confined to the active stream Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 76 Packet Pg. 677 of 1165 10 channels. The Quaternary age-old alluvium consists of inter-layered, poorly sorted gravel, sand, silt, and clay. Geologic Map of California Kjf Rocks Franciscan Complex, Cretaceous and Jurassic sandstone with smaller amounts of shale, chert, limestone, and conglomerate. Includes Franciscan mélange, except where separated. Mzv Rocks Mesozoic Metavolcanic Rocks Undivided Mesozoic volcanic and Metavolcanic Rocks. Andesite and rhyolite flow rocks, greenstone, volcanic breccia, and other pyroclastic rocks, in part strongly metamorphosed. Includes volcanic rocks of Franciscan Complex: basaltic pillow lava, diabase, greenstone, and minor pyroclastic rocks. -The geologic formation underlying this site and its vicinity has been mapped by USGS geologic map of California. Faults: According to published maps, the site is located at east of the active San Andreas Fault with Coordinates: Latitude = 37.556° N, and Longitude = -122.178056° W Earthquake Magnitudes and Historical Earthquakes Nagi Residence Los Altos Hills, California Fault Maximum Magnitude (Mw) Historical Earthquakes Estimated Magnitude San Andreas 7.9 1989 Loma Prieta 6.9 1906 San Francisco 7.9 1865 N. of 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake 6.5 1838 San Francisco-Peninsula Segment 6.8 1836 East of Monterey 6.5 Hayward 7.1 1868 Hayward 6.8 1858 Hayward 6.8 Calaveras 6.8 1984 Morgan Hill 6.2 1911 Morgan Hill 6.2 1897 Gilroy 6.3 San Gregorio 7.3 1926 Monterey Bay 6.1 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 77 Packet Pg. 678 of 1165 11 8.0 POTENTIAL GEOLOGIC HAZARDS Landslides: We observed some evidence of landslides on the site area during our site reconnaissance, of course the area is categorized as a “landslide”. Fault Rupture: The area is within the “near source” zone of the San Andreas (distance 2.0 mi), Calaveras (distance 21.0 mi) and Hayward (distance 16.5 mi) Faults. Nevertheless, no active faults have been mapped to cross the site. Seismic Shaking: The site is in the seismically active San Francisco Bay Area. Several major earthquakes, which have been produced by movement on one of the principal active faults, affected the region during historic time. These earthquakes include the June 1838 which caused Damage to San Francisco and Santa Clara and the 1906 San Francisco and recent 1989 Loma Prieta earthquakes originating on the San Andreas Fault. Considering the past seismic history of the region, the site will be affected by strong seismic shaking during the expected lifetime of the proposed building. The intensity of shaking is determined by the distance of the site to the seismic source and the properties of the material along the path of the transmitted energy. TABLE 1.1 ASCE7-16 SEISMIC DESIGN PARAMETERS Parameter Values CBC Reference Site Class D Section 1613.2.2 SS 2.573 MCER ground motion (period=0.2s) S1 0.908 MCER ground motion (period=1.0s) Site Coefficient, Fa 1.2 Table 1613.2.3(1) Site Coefficient, Fv null Table 1613.2.3(2) Site Class Modified MCER Spectral Response Acceleration (short), SMS 3.088 Site-modified spectral acceleration value SDS 2.058 Numeric seismic design value at 0.2s SA SD1 null Numeric seismic design value at 1.0s SA 5% Damped Design Spectral Response Acceleration (1 sec), SD1 null Peak Ground Acceleration for this site is 1.059 g. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 78 Packet Pg. 679 of 1165 12 Liquefaction: Soils, which are most susceptible to liquefaction, are saturated loose, fine-grained, uniformly graded, sands and silts. The project is not categorized as “susceptible to liquefaction” by USGS. In addition, because of the presence of clay near the surface soil, the probability of liquefaction could be considered very low to zero. 1- Liquefaction Potential: Soils, which are most susceptible to liquefaction, are saturated loose, fine-grained, uniformly graded, sands and silts, when Soil Water Content divided by Liquid Limit is less than 0.85 (Wc/LL<0.85) and percentage of fine in the soil (passing the sieve #200) is more than 15% and soil compacted, we conclude that the probability of liquefaction is low to zero at this site. Lateral Spreading & Differential Compaction: Although the soils are generally silty sandy clay and siltstone, and because of the presence of slope and free faces behind the foundation, we conclude that the probability of lateral spreads or differential Compaction affecting the site during an earthquake is not low. Settlement Estimated settlement. The total settlement of an individual foundation will vary, depending upon the plan dimensions of the foundation system and the actual load supported on them. Based on the anticipated foundation dimensions and loads, we estimate the total settlement due to structural loads of foundations designed and constructed in accordance with the preceding recommendations to be about zero. Differential settlement is anticipated to be on the order of about zero. Earthquake Zone of Requierd Investigation Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 79 Packet Pg. 680 of 1165 13 Landslide Zone- This area is in Landslide Zone Landslide Zone- This area is in Landslide Zone Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 80 Packet Pg. 681 of 1165 14 Fault Activity Map: San Andereas, Hayward, Calaveras, and Monte Vista Faults Distance to San Andreas Fault = 2.0 mi Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 81 Packet Pg. 682 of 1165 15 Distance to Hayward Fault = 16.5 mi Distance to Calaveras Fault = 21.0 mi Quaternary Fault (age undifferentiated) Site is located between San Andreas and Hayward/Calaveras faults /east of San Andreas and west of Hayward/Calaveras faults next to Monte Vista Fault. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 82 Packet Pg. 683 of 1165 16 San Andreas and Hayward/Calaveras faults are quaternary fault age undifferentiated, and San Andreas, Hayward/Calaveras Faults are active faults along which historic (last 200 years) displacement has occurred. This area is close to Monte Vista Fault and has landslide. Kjf Rocks Geologic Map of California Kjf Rocks Franciscan Complex, Cretaceous and Jurassic sandstone with smaller amounts of shale, chert, limestone, and conglomerate. Includes Franciscan mélange, except where separated. Mzv Rocks Mesozoic Metavolcanic Rocks Undivided Mesozoic volcanic and Metavolcanic Rocks. Andesite and rhyolite flow rocks, greenstone, volcanic breccia, and other pyroclastic rocks, in part strongly metamorphosed. Includes volcanic rocks of Franciscan Complex: basaltic pillow lava, diabase, greenstone, and minor pyroclastic rocks. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 83 Packet Pg. 684 of 1165 17 Mzv Rocks 9.0 REFERENCES 9.1 Geologic Map of California 9.2 USGS MAPS 9.3 NAVFAC 7.1 and 7.2 9.4 Caltrans Specifications 9.5 maps.conservation.ca.gov/geologichazards/ Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 84 Packet Pg. 685 of 1165 18 10.0 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 10.1 GENERAL 10.1.1 The site is suitable for the proposed New two-story Single-Family House, if provided recommendations in this report are incorporated into the project plans and specifications. 10.1.2 After the plans have been developed, we recommend that these plans be reviewed by our soil engineer for conformance to the intent of this report. 10.1.3 Field observation and testing during the grading and foundation excavation operation must be provided by our soil engineer and/or his representatives. Any work performed without the full knowledge and observation of our soil engineer will render the recommendations of this report invalid. 10.2 GRADING Site Clearing & Preparation: 10.2.1 After flattening the slope, the site should be cleared of all obstructions and deleterious materials such as abandoned utility lines and loose soil. After clearing, the fill areas should be stripped of all organic laden soil. This sloped area should be flattened 10 ft further building lines (actually the building line or piers shall have 10 ft setback from the top of slope to have enough resistance force). Then we estimate stripping depth of 12 inches and five (5’) feet beyond the building lines. Final stripping depth shall be determined by the Soil Engineer in the field. Organic-laden materials should be removed from the site or stockpiled for use in landscape areas only. 10.2.2 At the completion of the clearing, flattening, and stripping operations, all fill areas shall be scarified by minimum depth of 8 inches; moisture-conditioned by aerating or adding water and compacted in accordance with the requirement of this report (shall be determined by soil engineer as needed). 10.2.3 Soft areas encountered shall be excavated to firm base prior to commence of fill operation. This should include any soft fill or native material. Actual required depth to be determined in field by the Soil Engineer. On-Site & Import Material: 10.2.4 All on-site material having an organic content of less than 1% by volume and free from other deleterious materials are suitable for use as fill on site. All fill material should have a maximum particle size of 3 inches with no more than 15% larger than 2.5 inches. The soil engineer needs to test any fill material used on the job site. 10.2.5 Any import fill which is predominately granular in nature and with plasticity index of 12 or less, Liquid Limit of 30% or less, Expansion Index of 20% or less, Resistance R-Value not Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 85 Packet Pg. 686 of 1165 19 less than 25, % Passing Sieve #200 between 10% and 20% and maximum Rock size three (3) inches can be used. The Soil Engineer should give final approval of any import fill material prior to placement. The contractor shall notify our company 5 working days in advance of his intention to import soil from any other source outside the site area and shall permit the engineer to sample as necessary for the purpose of performing tests to establish the qualities of the material. Compaction: 10.2.6 After preparation of the native ground soils, the site may be brought to the desired finish grade by placing on-site native material in lifts not to exceed 6” inches for hand operated mechanical compactors and not to exceed 8” inches for heavy equipment compactors in uncompacted thickness and compacted to a minimum of 95% as determined by ASTM D- 1557-91 laboratory testing procedure. In the traffic areas, the upper twenty-four (24”) inches of the sub-grade and the aggregate base rock should be compacted to a minimum relative compaction of 95%. 10.2.7 The moisture of the fill material should be 0 to 3% above optimum and sufficient to obtain the required density. Water should be added, or the fill material shall be aerated by blading or other satisfactory method in order to have acceptable range for moisture. None-Uniform Soil (Cut/fill): 10.2.8 It is highly emphasized that uniform soil conditions are provided underneath all fill construction. Cut/fill or non-uniform soil conditions areas should be excavated and replaced with uniform engineered fill material in order to minimize differential movement. Our engineer or his representative needs to observe this operation. Surface and Subsurface Drain: 10.2.9 All surface water should be collected by a drain system (i.e., catch basin and a solid drain line), which discharges the water away from the building. Flexible drainpipe is not acceptable for use in the surface and subsurface water drainage because of the likelihood of damage to the pipe during installation and the difficulty of future cleaning with mechanical equipment without damaging the pipe. Surface and subsurface drainage pipes should be rigid plastic pipes. 10.2.10 Studying and preparing this report for Surface and Subsurface Drainage is not part of this report and should be done by others. Observation & Testing: 10.2.11 Quality, density, and geometry of construction stages in the field should be performed by Soil Engineer or his representatives using relevant tests. The testing program number of tests and frequency of testing will be determined by the Soil Engineer or applicable specifications. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 86 Packet Pg. 687 of 1165 20 10.3 DEEP FOUNDATIONS This area is located next to San Andreas and Calaveras Faults and has landslides and creep. (This soil report was made from a geotechnical engineering point of view and limited to our recommendations in the above-mentioned soil report. This soil report is not to perform Geology Hazard and Fults Rupture and lifelines such as water, sewer, gas, and power … that are not our study, and studies regarding these subjects are excluded.) 10.3.1 DEEP FOUNDATION The piers’ setback from the top of slope should be minimum 10 ft. (on the flattened area) to have enough passive forces. 1. Due to proximity to the San Andreas fault, steep slopes at the project site and landslides of the area. 2. The proposed two-story New Building with garage structure will be supported by piers and grade beams footing. Criteria for this type of foundation are presented in the following paragraphs. 3. Any proposed building and retaining walls should be supported on piers and grade beams foundation system. 4. The piers’ setback from the top of slope should be minimum 10 ft. (on the flattened area) to have enough passive forces. 5. Foundations for new buildings and retaining walls that support structures should be supported on cast-in-place drilled piers with a minimum diameter of 18” inches that extend a minimum of 12 feet into hard bedrock, the actual length of piers from the existing surface to the bottom of piers shall be 23’ feet. For piers located within 10 ft from the top of the slope or within the slope, the embedment shall be calculated from a 10-foot daylight line. The actual length of piers shall be determined by geotechnical engineer at the time of drilling based on the bedrock contact depth. 6. - The piers should be designed as friction piers in bedrocks. An allowable skin friction of 300 psf for dead plus live load with 1/3 increase allowable for transient wind or seismic, neglecting the end bearing, loading may be used in the design of the piers. The upper 5 feet of the piers should not be considered to provide any support. 7. Creep pressure is 56 pcf Inverted EFW (ie. 0 psf at the base of the soils, native stiff soil interface) up to a maximum pressure at the ground surface on top five (5’) feet. 8. Lateral load capacity on piers can be evaluated using a passive equivalent fluid pressure of 360 pcf, acting on 1.6 times the width of the pier, for the length embedded in bedrock only. 9. Passive pressure in the upper clayey soils shall be ignored and replaced with an active equivalent fluid pressure of 56 pcf, due to soil creep. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 87 Packet Pg. 688 of 1165 21 10. -All exterior piers and interior piers (No Exceptions) should be tied together with reinforced grade beams with 12” width and 18” height (12”x18”) that rebars will be determined by structural engineer. 11. -Provided a minimum spacing of three (3) piers diameters is maintained between piers, no reduction in allowable soil parameters is required. The designer should consult with the Soil Engineer for closely spaced piers for supplemental recommendations. 12. - The bottom of the piers should be dry and free of all loose cutting and soil fall, prior to concrete placement. Pier drilling operations and concrete placement should be coordinated so that the pier holes are left open for a minimum amount of time. 13. - Actual piers depth and spacing should be determined by the Structural Engineer based on actual loading conditions. Pier and grade beam reinforcement will depend on the loading. 14. Factor of safety for design of deep foundation for downward loads for permanent piers is 3. Retaining Walls Retaining walls are incorporated into the structural new building and landscaping construction must be supported on drilled piers designed and constructed in accordance with recommendations provided above. 1- Landscaping’s walls should be designed to resist lateral pressures equivalent to those exerted by a medium having an equivalent fluid weight active pressure 60 pcf for flat backfill, and active pressure 75 pcf for backfill with gradients up to 2:1 (H:V). In addition to any pressures exerted during compaction of backfill and all pressures due to any surcharge loads and seismic. 2- Retaining walls those are part of building foundation of structural building should be designed as at-rest lateral soil load equal to equivalent fluid weight of 100 PCF (pound per square foot per foot) 3- Garage Retaining Walls walls should be designed to resist lateral pressures equivalent to those exerted by a medium having an at-rest design lateral soil load equivalent fluid weight of 100 pcf for flat backfill. In addition to any pressures exerted during compaction of backfill and all pressures due to any surcharge loads . If garage is constructed over empty spaces or rooms, uniform surcharge 100 PSF shall be considered. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 88 Packet Pg. 689 of 1165 22 4- Basement Retaining Walls walls should be designed to resist lateral pressures equivalent to those exerted by a medium having an at-rest design lateral soil load equivalent fluid weight of 100 pcf for flat backfill. In addition to any pressures exerted during compaction of backfill and all pressures due to any surcharge loads and seismic. 5- Seismic force on retaining walls Following parameters are our recommendation to calculate seismic forces on retaining walls, final results will be determined by structural engineer, and structural engineer is responsible for seismic forces on retaining walls. - Any retaining walls incorporated into the two-story new building and landscaping should be designed to resist lateral pressures from seismic forces. Lateral seismic forces on retaining walls incorporated into the residence may be calculated based on the simplified Mononobe-Okabe relationship proposed by Seed and Whitman (1970). ∆PAE ~ (⅓) Kh γH2 where ∆PAE is the dynamic component, Kh is the horizontal ground acceleration divided by/gravitational acceleration (horizontal peak ground acceleration = 1.059g); γ is the total soil density (136 pcf); and H is the height of the wall in foot. A triangular stress distribution should be assumed for the seismic loading with the vertex at the base of the wall and the resultant 0.6H from the base of the wall. For retaining walls shorter than 6 ft seismic loads does not need to be considered. Retaining Wall Sub-Drains 10. The above criteria are based on fully drained conditions. It is imperative that all walls be fully drained. 11. In order to achieve fully drained conditions, a drainage filter blanket must be placed behind the wall. The blanket should be a minimum of 12 inches thick and should extend the full height of the wall to within 12 inches of the surface. If the excavated area behind the wall exceeds 12 inches, the entire excavated space behind the 12-inch blanket should consist of compacted engineered fill or blanket material. The drainage blanket material should consist of granular ¾” clean crushed rock and drain pipe fully encapsulated in geo-textile filter fabric (such as Mirafi 140 N or Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 89 Packet Pg. 690 of 1165 23 similar). A 4-inch perforated drainpipe should be installed in the bottom of the drainage blanket face down and should be underlain by 2 inches of filter type material. A 12-inch cap of native soil should be placed over the blanket. For areas where the drainage blanket will be capped with concrete, the crushed rock may be brought to sub-grade elevation, and the concrete cast directly onto the crushed rock. 12. Damp-proofing of the basement walls (such as Miradrain 2000 or 6000) should be included in areas where wall dampness and efflorescence would be undesirable. 13. The drainage pipe used below the basement pad and behind the retaining walls should be 4” schedule 40 perforated pipe to collect the drainage water and route it to a properly designed pumping system. Interconnecting pipes are needed to be 4” solid schedule 40 pipes. No flexible pipes are acceptable. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 90 Packet Pg. 691 of 1165 FARSHAD SAFAIAN Structural & Geotechnical Services 12193 Brookglen Dr. Saratoga, CA 95070 Cell # (408)505-3165 24 10.4 Slab-on-grade (interior, exterior, sidewalk, flatwork) Surface soils in the site have potential for volume change due to change in moisture content. This volumetric change may cause cracking and differential settlements in slab-on-grade and flatwork supported on soil. We order to avoid these problems the subgrade for slabs should be moisture conditioning to slightly above optimum moisture content, and the top 6 inch of the subgrade should be replaced by imported non-expansive fill material (such as ¾” clean crushed rock), Soil Engineer will determine the thickness of replacement on site. Moisture below slabs can be sealed in using edge grade beams or moisture barriers. Moisture penetration through the slab can be reduced by placing a 6-inch-thick layer of 3/4 inches clean, free draining crushed rock below the slab (recycled crushed rock is not acceptable) and should be placed on the compacted subgrade instead of 6 inches soil replacement mentioned in the previous paragraph. The rock should be compacted in-place with vibratory plate. The subgrade soil should be compacted to at least 95% relative maximum density and can be further prevented by placing a plastic vapor barrier, at least 15-mil thick, over the six inches rock and covering it with 2 inches of damp clean sand to protect it during construction for inside of building. We recommend Interior slab and garage slab shall be six inches thick but final slabs thickness will be determined by structural engineer. . We have no load information and data for the above building so thickness and detail of interior concrete slab-on-grade will be determined by structural engineer, and we are not responsible for it. Exterior Concrete slab-on-grade floors and exterior sidewalk flatwork shall be at least 4 inches in thickness and reinforced with a minimum 12”x12” No. 4 welded wire mesh, or equivalent in deformed bars. Crack control joints should be specified at an appropriate distance in both directions and reinforcing steel should extend through the joints to provid resistance against differential movement. The drain rocks or gravel shall meet the gradation requirement. Table Free-Draining Drain Rocks or Gravel Gradation Requiremen t Sieve Size Percentage Passing Sieve 1 inch 100 ¾ inch 90-100 No. 4 0-10 No. 200 0-3 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 91 Packet Pg. 692 of 1165 25 Foundation Clearances From Slopes Foundation Clearances From Slopes 10.5 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS Surface Drainage & Irrigation 10.5.1 All finish grades should provide a positive gradient to an adequate discharge point to provide rapid removal of surface water runoff away from all foundation and retaining wall. No ponding of water should be allowed on the pad or adjacent to the foundations. These lot slopes should be provided to aid in the removal of water from the pads and to reduce the amount of water which may seep beneath the building. Surface drainage should be provided as designed by the project engineer or project civil engineer and always maintained by the property owner after work. 10.5.2 Consideration should be given to grading the crawl space under the building (raised floor, shallow foundation system) and to provide an outlet to remove any water trapped under the building. 10.5.3 All finish grade drainage swales must be cut into compacted finish grade. Construction of the drainage swales using incompact loose surface fill does not meet the recommended grading requirement. 10.5.4 Continuous roof gutters are recommended. Downspouts from the gutters may be provided with adequate pipe conduits to carry storm water away from the foundation and graded areas, thus reducing the possibility of soil saturation adjacent to the foundations and engineered fill. 10.5.5 Planters should be avoided adjacent to the foundation. Should planters be constructed, foliage requiring little irrigation should be considered to further reduce the amount of water that could affect the foundation. Alternatively, a watertight planter box with controlled discharge should be provided. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 92 Packet Pg. 693 of 1165 26 10.5.6 Any utility trenches extending under the building areas should be backfilled with native on- site soils or approved import materials. Backfill should be properly compacted to prevent water migration through the utility trenches extending underneath the structure. 10.5.7 Utility trenches underneath all traffic areas must be backfilled with native or approved import material and compacted to a relative compaction of 90% to within 12 inches of the sub-grade. The upper 12 inches should be compacted to 95% relative compaction. Backfilling and compaction of these trenches must meet the requirement set forth by the City of Palo Alto, Department of Public Works. 10.5.8 The soil generated from trenching may be used as backfill with the exception of cobble greater than 6 inches in largest dimension. Compaction of the trench backfill should comply with the requirements set forth by the City of Palo Alto, Department of Public Works. 10.5.9 Bedding and embedment materials to be used around underground utilities pipes should be well graded sand or gravel and should be placed and compacted in accordance with the project specifications, local requirement, and governing jurisdictions. All the underground utility trenches on-site must be compacted to a minimum of 95% relative compaction per requirements of the local agency / project soil engineer and in accordance with the test procedure ASTM D1557-latest edition. Trench Shoring & Temporary Slopes: 10.5.10 Applicable safety standards require that trenches more than 5 feet must be properly shored or that the walls of trench slope back to provide safety for installation of lines. If trench wall sloping is performed, the inclination should vary with the soil type. The underground contractor should request an opinion from the Soil Engineer as to the type of soil and the resulting inclination. Slopes of 1:1 (horizontal to vertical) may be utilized for stable cohesive soil while 2:1 will be required for the more granular loose soil. 11. CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION The performance of any project is dependent upon the construction procedures and quality. Geotechnical observations should be carried out by this firm to permit correlation between the preliminary soil data obtained during our investigation and the actual soil conditions encountered during construction. Construction observation performed by this firm will minimize the possibility of understanding by others of both the letter and spirit of our report. This will enable us to note any subsurface conditions different than those forming the basis of our recommendations. It is noted that any of these observations, testing and/or inspections are extra and are not covered by the basis charge of this report. The importance of careful adherence to the report recommendations cannot be overemphasized. The use of this report by others presumes that they have verified all information and assume responsibility for the total project. Therefore, construction observation should be provided during clearing, demolition, grading, foundation excavation, trench excavation, trench backfill, sub-grade preparation, Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 93 Packet Pg. 694 of 1165 27 base rock placement and all other construction operations referred to in the report or the project plans and specifications. 12.0 INVESTIGATION LIMITATIONS -Our services consist of professional opinions and recommendations made in accordance with the generally accepted Geotechnical Engineering principles and practices. The analysis and the recommendations submitted in the report are based on our site recommendations, the soil information derived from the exploratory borings, the proposed development, and the assumption that the subsurface conditions do not deviate from the anticipated conditions. -This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties either expressed or implied. -Unanticipated subsurface conditions are commonly encountered and cannot be fully determined by taking soil samples from exploratory borings. Different soil conditions may require that additional expenditure be made during construction to attain a properly constructed project. Therefore, a contingency fund is recommended to accommodate possible extra costs. -This report has been prepared to assist in the evaluation of the property and to assist the architect and engineer in their design. In the event any changes in the design or location of the facilities are planned, or if any variation or undesirable conditions are encountered during construction, changes should be noted and reviewed by the Soil Engineer for approval. Standard maintenance should be expected after the initial construction has been completed. Should ownership of this property change hands, the prospective owner should be informed of this report so as not to change the grading or block drainage facilities of this project and the necessary steps are also taken to assure that the recommendations are followed in the field. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 94 Packet Pg. 695 of 1165 28 APPENDIX Project Name: Laurel Glen Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94303 Owner: Mr. Mr. Mr Ken Ngai Ordered by: Mr. Mr Ken Ngai Owner Address: Laurel Glen Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94303 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 95 Packet Pg. 696 of 1165 29 Sieve # Passing % #4 97.81 #8 94.75 #16 89.42 #30 82.54 #50 75.86 #100 72.35 #200 70.00 Gravel = 1.5% Sand = 25.75% Fine = 70.99% LL=36.8%, PL=15.4% and PI=21.4 Soil Classification: CL, Lean Clay with Sand Boring B1-Sieve Analysis at depth 2 ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 96 Packet Pg. 697 of 1165 30 Boring B1-Sieve Analysis at depth 2 ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 97 Packet Pg. 698 of 1165 31 Boring B1-Plasticity Index at depth 2 ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 98 Packet Pg. 699 of 1165 32 Sieve # Passing % #4 99.31 #8 96.47 #16 88.55 #30 77.57 #50 65.99 #100 55.96 #200 49.02 Gravel = 1% Sand = 51% Fine = 48% LL=41.3%, PL=21.8%, and PI=19.5 Soil Classification: SC-SM, Silty Clayey Sand Boring B3-Sieve Analysis at depth 2 ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 99 Packet Pg. 700 of 1165 33 Boring B3-Sieve Analysis at depth 2 ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 100 Packet Pg. 701 of 1165 34 Boring B3-Plasticity Index at depth 2 ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 101 Packet Pg. 702 of 1165 35 Sieve # Passing % #4 99.64 #8 97.85 #16 92.63 #30 81.44 #50 65.22 #100 48.84 #200 37.51 Gravel = 1% Sand = 62% Fine = 37% Soil Classification: SC-SM, Silty Clayey Sand Boring B4-Sieve Analysis at depth 2’ to 6’ ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 102 Packet Pg. 703 of 1165 36 Boring B4-Sieve Analysis at depth 2’ to 6’ ft. Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 103 Packet Pg. 704 of 1165 37 Faults Map Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 104 Packet Pg. 705 of 1165 38 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 105 Packet Pg. 706 of 1165 39 Earthquake Coefficients, PGA=1.059 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 106 Packet Pg. 707 of 1165 40 Map of expected levels of shaking from future earthquakes based on anticipated earthquakes and general geology. Bands of highest expected shaking generally follow the active faults; shaking levels are also influenced by the type of materials underlying an area - soft sediment, like that around the Bay margin, tends to amplify and prolong shaking. Note that much of the Bay region has the potential to be shaken very strongly during future earthquakes. Figure modified from U.S. Geological Survey, General Information Product 15, 2005 and, in turn, from http://www.consrv.ca.gov/cgs/rghm/psha/index.htm Map of expected levels of shaking Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 107 Packet Pg. 708 of 1165 41 San Andreas Fault Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 108 Packet Pg. 709 of 1165 42 Ground motion (10% probability of being exceeded in 50 years) in fraction of g Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 109 Packet Pg. 710 of 1165 43 Exploratory Boring B-1 Dated drilling: 2/21/2024 Boring: B-1 Figure No. Project Name: 1392 - Ngai Laurel Glen Ave. Palo Alto Lot 13 Logged by: Farshad SOIL DESCRIPTION Bo r i n g L o g De p t h i n F e e t Sa m p l e r N u m b e r Pe n e t r a t i o n Re s i s t . Bl o w s / F o o t U. S . C . S . So i l -gr o u p Mo i s t u r e Co n t e n t ( % ) Dr y D e n s i t y P. C . F . Topsoil 12”- vegetated mixed yell, grey, brown, sandy silty clay with some gravel, damp, hard -12” to 24”- Hard, dark yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, firm, 2’ to 5’ - yellow, weathered bed rock, sand/siltstone at, SPT 20/30/46 Continued drilling to 8 ft. no changing. At 8’ weathered rock, sand/siltstone Stopped drilling at 8 ft. - No water encountered. ---------------------- At depth to2ft -PI=21.4, Effective stress envelope ϕ’ =33o Gravel G=1.5%, Sand S=26%, Fine F=72.5% -CL inorganic silty clay, with low plasticity. -weathered rock, sand/siltstone -Dry unit weight ϒdry =120 PCF, ϒtotal=136 PCF, Optimum moisture Wopt=13%. 1 2 4 5 7 9 14 17 76 CL 17 18 120 110 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 110 Packet Pg. 711 of 1165 44 Exploratory Boring B-2 Dated drilling: 2/21/2024 Boring: B-2 Figure No. Project Name: 1392 - Ngai Laurel Glen Ave. Palo Alto Lot 13 Logged by: Farshad SOIL DESCRIPTION Bo r i n g L o g De p t h i n F e e t Sa m p l e r N u m b e r Pe n e t r a t i o n Re s i s t . Bl o w s / F o o t U. S . C . S . So i l -gr o u p Mo i s t u r e Co n t e n t ( % ) Dr y D e n s i t y P. C . F . Topsoil 0” to 24”- vegetated mixed dark grayey brown, sandy silty clay with some gravel, moist, Firm -2’ to 5”- Hard, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, hard. SPT 5/7/12. 5’ to 10’ - yellowish brown, at 5’ weathered rock, sand/siltstone, SPT 10/12/20 10’ to 15’ - yellowish brown, at 12’ hit weathered rock, sand/siltstone, SPT 16/20/30 15’ to 20’ - brownish yellow, weathered rock, sand/siltstone, SPT 30/32/35 Stopped drilling at 20 ft. - No water encountered. - Effective stress envelope ϕ’ =33o -weathered rock, siltstone -Dry unit weight ϒdry =120 PCF, ϒtotal=136 PCF, Optimum moisture Wopt=18%. 1 2 4 5 7 10 15 19 32 CL 16 18 120 120 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 111 Packet Pg. 712 of 1165 45 Exploratory Boring B-3 Dated drilling: 4/29/2024 Boring: B-3 Figure No. Project Name: 1392 - Ngai Laurel Glen Ave. Palo Alto Lot 13 Logged by: Farshad SOIL DESCRIPTION Bo r i n g L o g De p t h i n F e e t Sa m p l e r N u m b e r Pe n e t r a t i o n Re s i s t . Bl o w s / F o o t U. S . C . S . So i l -gr o u p Mo i s t u r e Co n t e n t ( % ) Dr y D e n s i t y P. C . F . Topsoil 0” to 24”- dark brown, sandy silty clay, very moist, medium stiff, SPT 4/5/7 -2’ to 6’- yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, firm, SPT 5/7/13. -6’ to 10’, brownish yellow, silty clayey sand, very moist, SPT 9/15/21. 10’ to 15’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, encountered weathered rock at 12 ft SPT 34/43/50 for 5”. Stopped drilling at 15ft. - No water encountered. ---------------------- At depth to3ft -LL=41.3, PL=21.8, PI=19.5. Effective stress envelope ϕ’ =33o Gravel G=1%, Sand S=51%, Fine F=48% -SC-SM inorganic silty clayey sand. -weathered rock, sand/siltstone below 12 ft. -Dry unit weight ϒdry =120 PCF, ϒtotal=136 PCF, Optimum moisture Wopt=13%. 2 6 8 10 15 12 20 36 SM -SC 21 22 18 110 110 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 112 Packet Pg. 713 of 1165 46 Exploratory Boring B-4 Dated drilling: 4/29/2024 Boring: B-4 Figure No. Project Name: 1392 - Ngai Laurel Glen Ave. Palo Alto Lot 13 Logged by: Farshad SOIL DESCRIPTION Bo r i n g L o g De p t h i n F e e t Sa m p l e r N u m b e r Pe n e t r a t i o n Re s i s t . Bl o w s / F o o t U. S . C . S . So i l -gr o u p Mo i s t u r e C o n t e n t (% ) Dr y D e n s i t y P. C . F . -Topsoil 0” to 24”, vegetated, dark brown, silty clayey sand, very moist, stiff, SPT 5/7/10. -2’ to 6’, yellowish brown, silty clayey sand, very moist, firm, SPT 10/17/20. -6’ to 10’, brownish yellow, silty clayey, sand, very moist, SPT 29/40/60. -10’ to 15’, yellowish brown, sandy silty clay, moist, encountered weathered rock at 10 ft SPT 34/43/50 for 5”. -Stopped drilling at 15 ft. - No water encountered. At depth 3ft -LL=41.3, PL=21.8, PI=19.5. Effective stress envelope ϕ’ =33o Gravel G=1%, Sand S=62%, Fine F=37% -SC-SM inorganic silty clayey sand. -weathered rock, sand/siltstone below 10 ft. -Dry unit weight ϒdry =120 PCF, ϒtotal=136 PCF, Optimum moisture Wopt=13%. 2 6 10 15 14 17 17 37 100 43/50 for 5” SC- SM 28 22 15 110 110 Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 113 Packet Pg. 714 of 1165 47 MAJOR DIVISIONS GROUP SYMBOLS SOIL DESCRIPTION COARSE GRAINED SOILS More than half material is larger than # 200 sieve GRAVELS (More than 50 % material larger than # 4 sieve) CLEAN GRAVEL Less than 5%fines GW Well Graded Gravels, Gravel-Sand Mixtures, little or Fines GP Poorly Graded Gravels or Gravel- Sand Mixtures, little or No Fines GRAVEL With Fines (More than 12% fines) GM Silt, Gravels, Gravel-Sand-Silt Mixtures, Non-Plastic Fines GC Clayey Gravels, Gravel-Sand-Clay Mixtures, Plastic Fines SANDS (More than 50 % material smaller than # 4 sieve) CLEAN SAND (Less than 5% fines) SW Well Graded Sands, Gravelly Sands, Little or No Fines. SP Poorly Graded Sands or Gravelly Sands, Little or No Fines. SAND With Fines (More than 12% fines) SM Salty Sands, Sand-Silt Mixtures, Non-Plastic Fines SC Clayey Sands, Sand-Clay Mixtures, Plastic Fines. FINE GRAINED SOILS More than half material is smaller than the #200 sieve SILTS & CLAYS Liquid Limit is less than 50% ML Inorganic Silts, Sandy or Clayey Silts, Low to no Plasticity CL Inorganic Clay, Sandy or Silty Clay, Low to Medium Plasticity OL Organic Silt or Organic Silty Clay, Low to Medium Plasticity SILTS & CLAYS Liquid limit is greater than 50% MH Inorganic Silts, Diatomaceous or Micaceous, Fine Sandy or Silty Soils CH Inorganic Clays of High Plasticity, Fat Clays OH Organic Clays of Medium to High Plasticity, Organic Silts HIGHLY ORGANIC SOILS PT Peat and Other Highly Organic Soils PARTICLE SIZE LIMITS (Sieve Openings in mm.) .074 .425 2.00 4.17 19.0 75.0 300.0 SILT OR CLAY SAND GRAVEL COBBLES BOULDERS FINE MEDIUM COARSE FINE COARSE (U.S. Standard sieve Sizes) # 200 # 40 # 10 # 4 .75 in 3 in 12 in RELATIVE DENSITY CONSISTENCY SANDS, GRAVELS AND NON-PLASTIC SILTS BLOWS/FOOT* CLAYS AND PLASTIC SILTS STRENGTH + BLOWS / FOOT * VERY LOOSE LOOSE MEDIUM DENSE VERY DENSE 0 - 4 4 - 8 8 - 16 16 - 32 OVER 32 VERY SOFT SOFT MEDIUM STIFF STIFF VERY STIFF HARD 0 - 1/ 4 1/4 - 1/2 1/2 - 1 1 - 2 2 - 4 OVER 4 0 – 2 2 – 4 4 – 8 8 – 16 16 – 32 OVER 32 * Numbers of blows of 140 pound hammer falling 30 inches to drive a 2-inch O.D. (1 – 3 / 8 inch I. D.) split spoon (ASTM D -1586). + Unconfined compressive strength in tons/sq. ft. as determined by laboratory testing or approximated by the Standard Penetration test (ASTM D – 1586), pocket penetrate meter, turbaned or visual observation. Key to Exploratory Boring Logs Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 114 Packet Pg. 715 of 1165 DMG Engineering, Inc. 30 Oakvue Court, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone: 925-787-0463 Fax: 925-287-8503 January 14, 2026 City of Palo Alto ARB 250 Hamilton A venue Palo Alto, CA 94301 Reference: Story Pole Certification -929 Laurel Glen Drive, Palo Alto This letter is to certify that on January 14, 2026, DMG Engineering, Inc. verified that the story poles conformed to the architectural drawings prepared by VRCHITECTS, revision dated 7/30/2025, with a print date of 1/7/2026. If you have any further questions regarding this matter, please contact me at your convenience. Sincerely, Dylan onsalves, PE, PLS ANO DYLAN M GONSALVES :JJ \ (.f> PLS 84 75 \~ ---~ '-. f: CA\..\ Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 115 Packet Pg. 716 of 1165 City of Palo Alto Fire Department 250 Hamilton Avenue 6th Floor, Palo Alto CA 94301 Ph: (650) 329-2184 / Fax: (650) 327-6951 fire@cityofpaloalto.org 10/22/2025 Greetings Zoltan, The Palo Alto Fire Department conducted a flow test for 929 Laurel Glen Drive on 10/3/25. The flow test results: Static- 80psi Residual- 45psi Pitot- 30psi Diameter-2.5 Hydrant Flowing 919gpm Please confirm with our Fire Plans Examiners that this data is acceptable for your project. Respectfully, Shannon Ford Administrative Associate Item 16 Attachment E - Applicant's Project Description and Supporting Documents Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 116 Packet Pg. 717 of 1165 Attachment F Project Plans In order to reduce paper consumption, a limited number of hard copy project plans are provided to Architectural Review Board members for their review. The same plans are available to the public, at all hours of the day, via the following online resources. Directions to review Project plans and environmental analysis online: 1. Go to: paloalto.gov/PermitView 2. Scroll down to find “929 Laurel Glen Drive” and open the record by clicking on the orange dot 3. Review the record details on the left side and open the “more details” option 4. Use the “Records Info” drop down menu and select “Attachments” 5. You will find links to the project plans and other important information Direct Link to Project Webpage: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Current-Planning/Projects/929- Laurel-Glen-Drive Item 16 Attachment F - Project Plans and CEQA Item 16: Staff Report Pg. 117 Packet Pg. 718 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2605-6366 TITLE QUASI-JUDICIAL. Approval of a Record of Land Use Action to Add the Property Located at 855 Hamilton Avenue to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory as a Category 2 Resource Based on Owner Interest Identified Through the 2023 Reconnaissance Survey. CEQA Status: Not a Project. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends the City Council adopt the attached Record of Land Use Action (Attachment A) to add 855 Hamilton Avenue to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory, based on specified criteria and expressed owner interest. BACKGROUND In March 2022, City Council directed staff and the Historic Resources Board (HRB) to review properties previously identified as eligible for the National Register of Historic Places and California Register of Historical Resources but not included on the City’s Historic Resources Inventory. As part of the 2023 Reconnaissance Survey, 147 properties were evaluated to confirm continued historic significance and eligibility for local listing. Following public outreach and HRB review, the board recommended listing the eligible properties whose owners did not object to designation, including 855 Hamilton Avenue. Ultimately, City Council added 21 properties to the Inventory in April 22, 20241 and August 19, 2024,2 limited to those whose owners affirmatively expressed interest in local listing. Although the owner of 855 Hamilton Avenue did not affirmatively request listing during the 2024 outreach efforts, the owner has since requested that the property be added to the City’s Historic Resources Inventory to utilize zoning incentives available to designated historic properties. 1 April 22, 2024, City Council Meeting Agenda Item 12: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=6454&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=40586f84-4030- 45fe-883d-11d6ae91c780 2 August 19, 2024, City Council Meeting Agenda Item 6: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=6495&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=adbeb284-a9a2- 463d-920e-f2656369a2d5 Item 17 Item 17 Staff Report Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 719 of 1165 DISCUSSION The following is a summary of 855 Hamilton Avenue for nomination including the local criterion met for designation, and a brief description supporting the recommendation from the 2023 Reconnaissance Survey Report: is recommended for placement on the Historic Inventory as a Category 2 resource, under local Criterion 2 (The structure or site is particularly representative of an architectural style or way of life important to the city, state or nation), and Criterion 5 (The architect or building was important). The subject building is significant as a work of the notable local architect Charles K. Sumner and the builders Collman & Duncan. It is an imposing example of a Period Revival style residence and retains a high level of integrity. The period of significance is revised to 1915, the year of the building’s construction. Local historic designation would allow the owner to utilize zoning incentives available to designated historic properties, including up to 250 square feet of additional floor area through the Home Improvement Exception (HIE) process for Category 1 through 4 historic residences under Section 18.12.120 of the Zoning Code. The owner has submitted an associated planning application (26PLN-00021) for a minor rear addition that would utilize the HIE incentive, contingent upon designation of the property. There is no significant resource impact related to adding the subject property to the local historic inventory. Expenses related to the 2023 Reconnaissance Survey have been previously accounted for in the department budget. For the 2023 Reconnaissance Survey the City maintained a project website; provided certified mailing to property owners with eligible historic resources; held a community meeting in April and again in October 2023 followed by several evening public hearings before the HRB. Notice of this hearing was published in the Daily Post on June 5, 2026, at least ten days in advance of the meeting. Maintenance of historic designation of a property or reclassification of historic designation of a property is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act and CEQA Guidelines Section 21065 because it will not cause a direct change to the physical environment nor a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Additionally, to the extent this action would facilitate a pending planning application, it is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (existing facilities) and 15303 (small structures). Item 17 Item 17 Staff Report Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 720 of 1165 ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 17 Item 17 Staff Report Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 721 of 1165 Page 1 of 4 4 1 0 0 DRAFT ACTION NO. 2026- On June 15, 2026, the Council reviewed the recommendation of the Historic Resources Board and staff regarding the placement of 855 Hamilton Avenue previously deemed eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and California Register of Historical Resources, and approved the designation as a category 2 resource, for which no objections were received from the property owners, on City’s Historic Resources Inventory, making the following findings, determination, and declarations: SECTION 1. Background. The City Council of the City of Palo Alto (“City Council”) finds, determines, and declares as follows: A. In 2022, the City Council directed the City to obtain consultant assistance (ID # 14189) and the City’s consultant, Page and Turnbull, conducted the 2023 Historic Reconnaissance Survey, finding 147 properties still extant with integrity and eligible for listing on the local historic resources inventory. B. The Historic Resources Board (HRB) conducted four public hearings to consider the eligible properties identified in the survey, on November 9 and December 14, 2023, and January 11 and January 25, 2024; the HRB received the staff reports and conducted public hearings where public comments were provided, and staff and the HRB received many property owners’ written and oral objections regarding the recommendations. C. Staff held many conversations with property owners, but most owners objected without having conversations or attending the hearings. During and after the HRB hearings, staff tallied the properties for which no objections had been received. D. On April 22, 2024, Council placed 16 properties on the local Historic Resources Inventory, limited to those whose owners positively affirmed the listing, and directed staff to return after the Council break on Consent Calendar with any additional properties whose owners affirmed listing. E. On August 19, 2024, Council placed five properties on the local Historic Resources Inventory following additional outreach efforts and affirmative confirmation of local listing from owners. F. The City of Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan Program L7.1.1 states: “Update and maintain the City’s Historic Resource Inventory to include historic resources that are eligible for local, State, or federal listing. Historic resources may consist of a single building or structure or a district.” Item 17 Attachment A - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 722 of 1165 Page 2 of 4 4 1 0 0 G. The City of Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan Program L-7.2 states: Policy L-7.2 states “If a proposed project would substantially affect the exterior of a potential historic resource that has not been evaluated for inclusion into the City’s Historic Resources Inventory, City staff shall consider whether it is eligible for inclusion in State or federal registers prior to the issuance of a demolition or alterations permit. Minor exterior improvements that do not affect the architectural integrity of potentially historic buildings shall be exempt from consideration. Examples of minor improvements may include repair or replacement of features in kind, or other changes that do not alter character-defining features of the building.” H. The City of Palo Alto is a Certified Local Government with the obligation to maintain a system for the survey and inventory of local historic resources; the City of Palo Alto has conducted three surveys and also prepares individual historic resource evaluations on a case-by-case basis (when demolition is proposed or in response to property owner request) to determine whether these are historic resources subject to the California Environmental Quality Act. SECTION 2. Environmental Review. Maintenance of the historic designation of properties or reclassification of a historic designation of a property is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines per Section 21065. SECTION 3. Designation Findings. A. The following criteria, as specified in Municipal Code Section 16.49.040 (b), shall be used as criteria for designating historic structures/sites to the historic inventory: 1. The structure or site is identified with the lives of historic people or with important events in the city, state or nation; 2. The structure or site is particularly representative of an architectural style or way of life important to the city, state or nation; 3. The structure or site is an example of a type of building which was once common, but is now rare; 4. The structure or site is connected with a business or use which was once common, but is now rare; 5. The architect or building was important; 6. The structure or site contains elements demonstrating outstanding attention to architectural design, detail, materials or craftsmanship. The building at 855 Hamilton Avenue is significant as a work of the notable local architect Charles K. Sumner and the builders Collman & Duncan. It is an imposing example of a Period Revival style residence and retains a high level of integrity. The period of significance is revised to 1915, the year of the building’s construction. B. The definition of Category 2 in Municipal Code Section 16.49.020 (b) must be met to allow Item 17 Attachment A - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 723 of 1165 Page 3 of 4 4 1 0 0 the structure’s category reclassification: Category 2: "Major building" means any building or group of buildings of major regional importance, meritorious works of the best architects or an outstanding example of an architectural style or the stylistic development of architecture in the state or region. A major building may have some exterior modifications, but the original character is retained. The City’s consultant, Page & Turnbull, found the building at 855 Hamilton Avenue meets the Palo Alto Inventory Category 2 Definition. Since 2001, only minor modifications have occurred including windows replacements and a front door possibly replaced with no additional alterations identified through the permit records. The structure is particularly representative of the Period Revival architectural style. The subject building is significant as a work of the notable local architect Charles K. Sumner and the builders Collman & Duncan. SECTION 4. Placement on Local Historic Resources Inventory Approved. The City Council approves the placement of 855 Hamilton Avenue as a Category 2 resource, under local Criteria 2 and 5 on the City’s Historic Resources Inventory. // // // // // // // // // // // Item 17 Attachment A - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 724 of 1165 Page 4 of 4 4 1 0 0 INTRODUCED & PASSED: Item 17 Attachment A - Draft Record of Land Use Action Item 17: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 725 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2605-6327 TITLE QUASI-JUDICIAL. 3200 Park/340 Portage: Final Map and Street Naming [26PLN-00009]: Request for a Final Map to Subdivide One Existing 3.92-Acre Parcel for Condominium Purposes, Consistent with the Approved Development Agreement, and to Name the New Private Streets. Zone District: PC 5597. CEQA Status: Council Adopted Resolution 10123 Certifying the EIR for the Project on September 12, 2023 (SCH # 2021120444). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that City Council: 1. Approve Phase 2 of the final subdivision map (Attachment B), consistent with the approved Vesting Tentative Map, for the previously approved project at 3200 Park Boulevard, pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 21.16 and the Subdivision Map Act; and 2. Approve the private street names Gondolier Lane, Snow Peak Lane, Bohemian Court, and Calico Court recommended by the Palo Alto Historical Association (PAHA) for the four new private streets as shown on the Final Map. BACKGROUND In September 2023, Council approved the Development Agreement between the City and Sobrato Organization, subsequently amending the site’s Comprehensive Plan land use designation; rezoning the site into five Planned Community Zone Districts based on the boundaries of the resulting parcels set forth in the Vesting Tentative Map; and approving the Vesting Tentative Map in accordance with Record of Land Use Action 2023-03 (Attachment A). Final Map Application and Process The Final Map is the second of a two-part subdivision mapping process; the first part is approval of a Tentative Map or Vesting Tentative Map. As detailed in the November 17, 2025, staff report to Council, and in the approved Development Agreement, the Final Map for this project is to be completed in two phases. On April 21, 2025, Sobrato Organization filed phase one of a the Final Map application, which Council approved on November 17, 2025. The first phase included merging and subdividing 11 existing parcels (including one grant deed) totaling 14.65 Item 18 Item 18 Staff Report Item 18: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 726 of 1165 acres, to create five resulting parcels, consistent with the approved Vesting Tentative Map and Development Agreement. This second phase of the Final Map includes the condominium subdivision of the recently created Townhome Parcel as well as delineation of the streets internal to the townhome parcel. ANALYSIS FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Item 18 Item 18 Staff Report Item 18: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 727 of 1165 accordance with the Development Agreement and may be used toward the proposed improvement of the City dedication parcel. Similar to the impact fees, the $5 million shall be paid pro-rata if occupancy of the townhomes is phased. The impact fees do not include park fees, parkland dedication fees, housing impact fees, nor housing in-lieu fees. 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Scroll down to find “340 Portage” and click the address link 3. On this project specific webpage you will find a link to the project plans as well as links to the EIR Direct Link to Project Webpage: https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Current- Planning/Projects/3200-Park-Boulevard Item 18 Attachment B - Final Map Item 18: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 768 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Transportation Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2605-6346 TITLE FIRST READ: Adopt an Ordinance to Amend College Terrace Residential Preferential Parking Program Fixed Permit Terms, Sale and Grace Periods in PAMC 10.46.060; CEQA status: categorically exempt. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council adopt an ordinance to amend the College Terrace Residential Preferential Parking Program (RPPP) at PAMC section 10.44.060 by removing fixed permit terms, sales cycles, and grace periods. BACKGROUND The College Terrace neighborhood, located between Stanford University and the Stanford Research Park, faces a chronic shortage of street parking driven by its proximity to major institutions. This congestion represents spillover parking from Stanford University including university students and employees who park on residential streets to avoid campus permit fees that were intended to reduce motor vehicle trips and fund travel demand management (TDM) strategies. Furthermore, the development of high-density graduate housing along Stanford Avenue has intensified the demand for street space, as residents and visitors often choose free city parking over paid campus facilities. The physical layout of College Terrace complicates the situation because the neighborhood consists of small lots and dense housing with limited off-street parking options. In response to this scarcity, some commuters choose to engage in hazardous parking behaviors, such as blocking fire hydrants and obstructing visibility at intersections. These behaviors are particularly concerning along Stanford Avenue, which serves as a school route for children traveling to and from Escondido and Nixon Elementary, Greene Middle and Palo Alto High schools. To address these long-standing issues, the College Terrace Residents’ Association undertook research on permit programs, finding strong support among neighbors. In 2000, Stanford University was required to provide a $100,000 deposit to the City of Palo Alto as a condition of Item 19 Item 19 Staff Report Item 19: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 769 of 1165 its General Use Permit. These funds were earmarked for the evaluation and initiation of a Residential Parking Permit Program. ANALYSIS Fixed September Cycle: Rescinds the rigid September 1 to August 31 permit term. Restricted Purchase Windows: Removes the 30-day pre-purchase limitation. Legacy Grace Periods: Eliminates the formal September grace period for expired permits. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT Item 19 Item 19 Staff Report Item 19: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 770 of 1165 modernize program administration without affecting overall budget assumptions. The transition year may temporarily affect the timing of permit sales and revenue collection; however, no material long-term fiscal impacts are anticipated. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 19 Item 19 Staff Report Item 19: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 771 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 157_20260519_ts24 Ordinance No. ____ Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the College Terrace Residential Parking Program (RPP) at PAMC Section 10.46.060 to Remove Fixed Permit Terms, Sale and Grace Periods The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council of the City of Palo Alto finds and declares as follows: A. The City has a residential parking permit program in the College Terrace neighborhood (College Terrace RPP) as codified in PAMC Chapter 10.46. B. The City Council now desires to increase flexibility for the City to issue parking permits in the College Terrace RPP program by removing provisions that fix the term and duration of permits, as well as provisions that fix the sale period and grace period for enforcement. Staff will continue to implement the RPP program under its authority in PAMC section 10.46.120. SECTION 2. Subsection (b) is hereby deleted from section 10.46.060 (Issuance of residential parking permits) of Chapter 10.46 (College Terrace Residential Parking Permit Program) of Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to read as follows (deleted text in strikethrough, new text underlined): 10.46.060 Issuance of residential parking permits. (a) Residential parking permits shall be issued by the city in accordance with requirements set forth in this chapter. Each such permit shall be designed to state or reflect thereon the identification of the particular residential permit parking area (i.e., College Terrace) as well as the license number of the motor vehicle for which it is issued. The city may also issue virtual permits in combination with or instead of physical permits. No more than one residential parking permit shall be issued to each motor vehicle owned or leased for which application is made. (b) Reserved. The city shall issue residential parking permits with a term of one year from September 1 to August 31 regardless of when during the year a resident purchases the parking permit, to motor vehicles which comply with the requirements setforth in this chapter. Purchase of permits will be available starting thirty days prior to the beginning of thenext RPPP year. A grace period will be recognized from September 1 to September 30 for residents with a permit from the previous year. Vehicles displaying a permit from the previous year will not be cited during the grace period. (c) Residents applying for a permit will be required to provide proof of vehicle ownership and residency. A vehicle registration form as well as one of the following shall be required at the time of registration showing College Terrace residency: • Driver’s license – indicating College Terrace Address Item 19 Attachment A - Ordinance Amending PAMC 10.46.060 to Remove Fixed Permit Terms, Sales Cycles, and Grace Periods. Item 19: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 772 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 157_20260519_ts24 • Rental agreement – with name of resident • Current (i.e., not more than sixty days old) utility bill with street address noted (d) One residential parking permit may be issued for each vehicle owned, leased or any person who can demonstrate that they are currently a resident of the area for which the permit is to be issued. (e) A residential parking permit may be issued for any vehicle owned, leased or any person who is employed by or a representative of a neighborhood-serving establishment located within the particular residential permit parking area. Each employee or representative of a neighborhood-serving establishment will be allowed to obtain one permit for each vehicle they own or lease subject to the following criteria which shall be used to establish the eligibility of a neighborhood-serving establishment and the maximum number of permits to be issued: (1) An establishment for which there is no off-street parking and no financially feasible way of creating adequate off-street parking on the site of the establishment; (2) In areas where it appears that the number of permits sold per block would exceed the number of legal on-street parking spaces per block the initial sale would be limited to two or possibly one permit per neighborhood-serving establishment; (3) Distribution of permits shall be through a designated representative of the establishment who will be responsible for allocation of the permits to employees. (f) Renewal of residential parking permits shall be subject to the same conditions imposed on new permits. (g) The residential parking permit shall be displayed as directed by the city. The city may issue a residential parking permit in any form, including as a virtual permit. (h) The Director of the Office of Transportation is authorized to issue such rules and regulations, not inconsistent with this chapter, governing the issuance and display of residential parking permits. (i) Any person to whom a residential parking permit has been issued pursuant to this section shall be deemed a parking permit holder. SECTION 3. Severability. If any provision, clause, sentence or paragraph of this ordinance, or the application to any person or circumstances, shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. SECTION 4. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective on the 31st day after adoption. // // // // // // Item 19 Attachment A - Ordinance Amending PAMC 10.46.060 to Remove Fixed Permit Terms, Sales Cycles, and Grace Periods. Item 19: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 773 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 157_20260519_ts24 SECTION 5. CEQA. The City Council finds and determines that this categorically exempt under CEQA regulation 15301 (existing facilities). INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSTENTIONS: ABSENT: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Chief Transportation Official Item 19 Attachment A - Ordinance Amending PAMC 10.46.060 to Remove Fixed Permit Terms, Sales Cycles, and Grace Periods. Item 19: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 774 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2605-6424 TITLE FIRST READING: Adoption of an Ordinance to Amend Palo Alto Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Section 18.18.120 (Noncomplying Uses and Facilities) to Allow Existing Floor Area to be Replaced in New Buildings Without Increasing the Degree of Existing Non-Compliance as Recommended by the Economic Development Committee. CEQA Status: Exempt from CEQA per Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption). RECOMMENDATION The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend that City Council adopt an ordinance to modify Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Section 18.18.120 consistent with the applicant’s request. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On August 15, 2022,1 City Council held a prescreening for an applicant proposed text amendment to PAMC Section 18.18.120 to allow modifications to the requirements for non- complying uses and facilities in the Commercial Downtown (CD) District. Although the applicant chose not to pursue the code change at that time, a formal application for that text amendment has since been filed. On October 8, 2025, the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) held a study session and provided feedback on the proposed code change.2 On February 25, 2026, the PTC voted unanimously to recommend Council approval of the applicant’s proposed text amendment. On June 3, 2026, the Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to recommend Council approval of the proposed Ordinance to Amend Palo Alto Municipal Code Title 18 (Zoning) Section 18.18.120 (Attachment A). The proposed amendment removes PAMC Section 18.18.120(a)(2)(C) and (b)(2)(C), allowing replacement of existing noncomplying floor area through renovation or new construction 1 Link to the August 15, 2022, City Council Meeting Study Session (Agenda Item 3): https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=9028&compileOutputType=1 2 Link to the October 8, 2025, PTC Staff Report (Agenda Item 3): https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16596 Item 20 Item 20 Staff Report Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 775 of 1165 without restriction to the existing building envelope (the three-dimensional shape and size occupied by an existing building), currently referred to as the “shrink wrap rule.” BACKGROUND 5 6 the PTC held a study session on the proposed code amendment and provided general feedback supporting efforts to clarify the Zoning Code and reduce barriers to reinvestment in existing buildings, while noting concerns about avoiding unintended increases in redevelopment flexibility beyond pre-2016 standards. The Commission did not take formal action and continued the item to allow additional staff analysis and coordination with other ongoing policy initiatives. 7 the PTC considered the revised Zoning Text Amendment in the context of broader downtown planning efforts, including the Downtown Housing Plan, Senate Bill (SB) 79 implementation, and the Housing Element update. Discussion focused on the implications of modifying the “shrink wrap rule” on redevelopment feasibility, including effects on noncomplying buildings, potential housing production, mixed-use redevelopment, and commercial reinvestment, as well as related considerations around seismic safety and building modernization. Commissioners also discussed uncertainty regarding the scale of potential redevelopment and housing outcomes, and the appropriate timing of advancing the amendment relative to other City initiatives. 5 June 3, 2026, Economic Development Committee Meeting Agenda Item 2: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=20451 6 October 8, 2025, PTC Meeting Agenda Item 3: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16596 7 February 25, 2026, PTC Meeting Agenda Item 3: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=19288 Item 20 Item 20 Staff Report Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 776 of 1165 noncomplying uses and facilities to be repaired, renovated, or rebuilt, it requires that any reconstructed noncomplying floor area remain within the original building envelope. The proposed amendment would allow greater flexibility in how noncomplying floor area is replaced. Specifically, buildings could maintain their respective non-complying floor areas, but could have differing heights, footprints, and building envelopes when redeveloped. However, below-grade floor area still cannot be moved above grade. These building changes would still be subject to the governing CD District regulations and would not increase the degree of existing non-complying floor area. ANALYSIS 302 total parcels zoned CD (228 Property Parcels and 74 airspace subdivisions) 66 parcels with historic resources (Not subject to text amendment) 66 parcels with more than 1:1 FAR (Subject to text amendment) 87 parcels with commercial remodels/additions from building permits from 2011-2025 35 parcels built within the last 30 years (unlikely to rebuild soon), 19 of which are over 1:1 FAR Item 20 Item 20 Staff Report Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 777 of 1165 which had the effect of limiting redevelopment. Staff anticipates the applicant’s proposed amendment would restore redevelopment flexibility that existed prior to 2016, rather than introduce new development potential beyond what was historically allowed. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Item 20 Item 20 Staff Report Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 778 of 1165 without increasing the degree of noncompliance. These potential reconfigurations would involve negligible expansions of existing or former uses that are still subject to compliance with their governing zoning district regulations, City design guidelines, and project-level CEQA review. ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 20 Item 20 Staff Report Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 779 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* 1 0160189_20260528_ay16 Ordinance No. _____ Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending Section 18.18.120 of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Allow Greater Flexibility for Noncomplying Facilities in the Commercial Downtown District The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Section 18.18.120 (Noncomplying (Grandfathered) Uses and Facilities) of Chapter 18.18 (Downtown Commercial (CD) District) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through): 18.18.120 Noncomplying (Grandfathered) Uses and Facilities (a) Noncomplying (Grandfathered) Uses (1) The following uses and facilities may remain as legal noncomplying (grandfathered) uses, and shall not require a conditional use permit or be subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.70: (A) Any use which was being conducted on August 28, 1986; or (B) A use not being conducted on August 28, 1986, if the use was temporarily discontinued due to a vacancy of 6 months or less before August 28, 1986; or (C) Any office use existing on April 16, 1990 on a property zoned CD and GF combining, which also existed as a lawful conforming use prior to August 28, 1986, notwithstanding any intervening conforming use. (2) The legal noncomplying uses in subsection (1) shall be permitted to remodel, improve, or replace site improvements on the same site, for continual use and occupancy by the same use, provided such remodeling, improvement, or replacement complies with all of the following: (A) shall not result in increased floor area; (B) shall not relocate below grade floor area to above grade portions of the building; (C) shall not result in an increase of the height, length, building envelope, building footprint or any other increase in the size of the improvement. For purposes of this section, “building envelope” shall mean the three dimensional shape and size occupied by an existing building. It is not the maximum, buildable potential of the site; (D)(C) shall not increase the degree of noncompliance, except pursuant to the exceptions to floor area ratio regulations set forth in Section 18.18.070; or Item 20 Attachment A - Draft Ordinance Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 780 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* 2 0160189_20260528_ay16 (E)(D) in the case of medical, professional, general business or administrative office uses of a size exceeding 5,000 square feet in the CD-S or CD-N district that are deemed legal noncomplying pursuant to subsection (1), such remodeling, improvement, or replacement shall not result in increased floor area devoted to such office uses. (F)(E) The Director may approve minor changes to the building’s footprint, height, length, and the building envelope through Architectural Review of minor aesthetic architectural improvements and to improve pedestrian orientation provided there is no increase to the degree of any non- complying feature. (3) If a legal noncomplying use deemed existing pursuant to subsection (1) ceases and thereafter remains discontinued for 12 consecutive months, it shall be considered abandoned and may be replaced only by a conforming use. (4) A use deemed legal noncomplying pursuant to subsection (1) which is changed to or replaced by a conforming use shall not be reestablished, and any portion of a site or any portion of a building, the use of which changes from a legal noncomplying use to a conforming use, shall not thereafter be used except to accommodate a conforming use. (b) Noncomplying (Grandfathered) Facilities (1) Any noncomplying (grandfathered) facility existing on August 28, 1986 and which, when built, was a complying facility, may remain as a legal noncomplying facility and shall not be subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.70. (2) The legal noncomplying facilities in subsection (1) shall be permitted to remodel, improve, or replace site improvements on the same site, provided such remodeling, improvement, or replacement complies with all of the following: (A) shall not result in increased floor area; (B) shall not relocate below grade floor area to above grade portions of the building; (C) shall not result in an increase of the height, length, building envelope, building footprint, or any other increase in the size of the improvement; (D)(C) shall not increase the degree of noncompliance, except pursuant to the exceptions to floor area ratio regulations set forth in Section 18.18.070; (E)(D) The Director may approve minor changes to the building’s footprint, height, length, and the building envelope through Architectural Review of minor aesthetic architectural improvements and to improve pedestrian-orientation provided there is no increase to the degree of any non- complying feature, except as provided for rooftop access and amenities in Section 18.18.060(e). (F)(E) The residential portion of any legal noncomplying facility shall not be converted to a non- residential land use or reduced in gross floor area or number of units. An applicant asserting that the operation of this subsection (F) is preempted by state or federal law Item 20 Attachment A - Draft Ordinance Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 781 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* 3 0160189_20260528_ay16 shall submit a statement of its position with all claims and all supporting documentary evidence at the time it applies for a change of use. The City Council shall hold at least one noticed public hearing in accordance with the procedures set forth in PAMC 18.77.080 to consider whether to waive or adjust the requirements of one or more provisions of Titles 18 or 21. The City Council may seek additional information including, without limitation, third party peer review paid for at the applicant’s expense. SECTION 2. The Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that it will have a significant effect on the environment. SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall be effective on the thirty-first date after the date of its adoption. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 20 Attachment A - Draft Ordinance Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 782 of 1165 November 18, 2024 Mr. Jonathan Lait Director Planning & Development City of Palo Alto 250 Hamilton Avenue, 5th floor Palo Alto, CA 94303 Re: Proposed text Amendment to PAMC §18.18.120 Noncomplying (Grandfathered) Facilities Dear Mr. Lait, Hayes Group Architects has been working for building owners in the Palo Alto community since 1989. During this time, I have witnessed a natural evolution of Palo Alto’s downtown with new buildings replacing older buildings unable to support the requirements of our modern lifestyle and workstyle. Even old buildings that were rendered non-complying because of Floor Area Ratio limits changing over time, were allowed to be replaced in newly configured buildings without losing floor area -- until 2016, when the City’s 25-year old interpretation of the zoning ordinance was abruptly changed, without adequate analysis or public input. It is respectfully submitted that it is time to reconsider that poorly-conceived 2016 action and move forward with a corrective text amendment to the Palo Alto Municipal Code, particularly § 18.18.120. History In 1986, the City Council adopted Ordinance 3696, put in place as a reaction to the intensification of development and traffic congestion in Palo Alto’s downtown. The ordinance reduced the amount of floor area allowed on a parcel in the CD-C, CD-N and CD-C zoning districts from what had previously been allowed. It also prudently made provisions for buildings which were rendered “non-conforming” as a result of the changes in the zoning ordinance, because those buildings now exceeded the newly-reduced floor area allowed on a parcel. Ordinance 3696 provided that those buildings should be deemed to be “compliant facilities” and allowed their owners to remodel and replace their floor area in new or renovated buildings that better served the community and the built environment. Item 20 Attachment B - Applicant’s Request Letter Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 783 of 1165 Ordinance 3696 as adopted 1986: (c) Noncomplying Facilities. Chapter 18.94 notwithstanding, a noncomplying facility existing on the effective date of this chapter and which, when built, was a complying facility, shall be deemed to be complying. Such a facility shall be permitted to be remodeled, improved or replaced without necessity to comply with site development regulations. Any such remodeling, improvement or replacement shall result in increased floor area, height, length or any other increase in the size of the facility only pursuant to the exceptions to floor area ratio regulations set forth in section 18.48.060. The text of the Ordinance written above could have been clearer with regards to the restrictions for remodeling, improvement or replacement, as its interpretation initially led to some confusion in the Planning Department. In March 1988, to mitigate this lack of clarity, staff prepared a formal interpretation of Ordinance 3696 and issued CMR185:8 for review by city council. The CMR reasonably concluded that buildings could be reconfigured in terms of length, height and width so long as the existing floor area was not increased. One benefit of this interpretation, among others listed in the CMR, was that it will: “Permit reasonable flexibility for buildings undergoing remodeling and/or replacement so that improved building design, that the City has identified over time as contributing to the enhancement of Downtown Palo Alto, will be encouraged.” Staff also concluded that such an interpretation would not result in increased non-conformity or non- compliance in terms of floor area permitted in the rezoned areas, since floor area would not be allowed to increase- it would only be replaced. And staff further explained that the interpretation adopted in CMR 185.5 would not result in increased non-compliance in terms of building height since any size building (floor area) is limited to 50 feet in height. For more than 25 years the City followed the interpretation set out in the CMR above (according to a 2022 staff report) and the City repeatedly approved projects in the CD Districts consistent with this interpretation until 2015. A partial list of pre 2015 projects (just by Hayes Group Architects) approved by the City using this interpretation includes the following: 171 University 1996 100 Forest (705 Alma) 1998 317-323 University 2002 101 Forest (657-663Alma) 2004 270 University 2005 278 University 2006 265 Lytton 2006 248 Hamilton 2012 301 High 2012 611 Cowper 2012 There were other projects, in addition to those listed above, that the City approved during this period designed and built by others. All these City approved projects had at least two things in common: 1) they all replaced existing non-complying floor area in the replacement building and, 2) they all increased the height of the building over the building that had previously existed. And, consistent with staff’s rationale Item 20 Attachment B - Applicant’s Request Letter Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 784 of 1165 for issuing the CMR in 1988, these new buildings were better buildings contributing to the enhancement of the Downtown. However, on January 11, 2016, the City Council adopted Ordinance 5373 that changed the long-standing interpretation afforded by CMR 185:8 and inserted new language in PAMC §18.18.120. Below is an excerpt from the January 11, 2016, staff report indicating the changed text: of the ordinance: 18.18.120 (a) Noncomplying (Grandfathered) Uses (1) The following uses and facilities may remain as legal noncomplying (grandfathered) uses, and shall not require a conditional use permit or be subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.70: (A) Any use which was being conducted on August 28, 1986; or (B) A use not being conducted on August 28, 1986, if the use was temporarily discontinued due to a vacancy of 6 months or less before August 28, 1986; or (C) Any office use existing on April 16, 1990 on a property zoned CD and GF combining, which also existed as a lawful conforming use prior to August 28, 1986, notwithstanding any intervening conforming use. (2) The grandfathered use in subsection (1) shall be permitted to remodel, improve, or replace site improvements on the same site, for continual use and occupancy by the same use, provided such remodeling, improvement, or replacement complies with all of the following: (A) shall not result in increased floor area: (B) shall not relocate below grade floor area to above grade portions of the building shift the building footprint; (C) shall not result in an increase in the height, length, building envelope, building footprint or any other increase in the size of the improvement. For purposes of this section, “building envelope” shall mean the three-dimensional shape and size occupied by an existing building. It is not the maximum, buildable potential of the site; (D) shall not increase the degree of noncompliance, except pursuant to the exceptions to floor area ratio regulations set forth in Section 18.18.070; or (E ) in the case of medical, professional, general business or administrative office uses of a size exceeding 5,000 sf in the CD-S or CD-N district that are deemed grandfathered pursuant to subsection (1), such remodeling, improvement, or replacement shall not result in increased floor area devoted to such office uses. (F) The Director may approve minor changes to the building’s footprint, height, Item 20 Attachment B - Applicant’s Request Letter Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 785 of 1165 length, and the building envelope through Architectural Review of minor aesthetic architectural improvements and to improve pedestrian orientation provided there is no increase to the degree of any non-complying feature. (b) Grandfathered Facilities: (1) Any noncomplying (grandfathered) facility existing on August 28, 1986 and which, when built, was a complying facility, may remain as a grandfathered facility and shall not be subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.70. (2) The Grandfathered facilities in subsection (1) shall be permitted to remodel, improve, or replace site improvements on the same site, for continual use and occupancy by the same use, provided such remodeling, improvement, or replacement complies with all of the following: (A) shall not result in increased floor area; (B) shall not shift the relocate below grade floor area to above grade portions of the building; (C) shall not result in an increase of the height, length, building envelope, building footprint, or any other increase in the size of the improvement; (D) shall not increase the degree of noncompliance, except pursuant to the exceptions to floor area ratio regulations set forth in Section 18.18.070; (E) The Director may approve minor changes to the building’s footprint, height, length, and the building envelope through Architectural Review of minor aesthetic architectural improvements and to improve pedestrian-orientation provided there is no increase to the degree of any non- complying feature. The addition of a new and more restrictive definition of the “building envelop” and the addition of a new limitation to the existing “building footprint” (highlighted in red) in the 2016 Ordinance severely and unreasonably constrain the potential options for replacing floor area that previously had been allowed to be replaced in a new, modern building. That new text virtually locks in the existing three dimensional structure, regardless of how out-of-date or in need of replacement it may be. The current version of the Ordinance has become colloquially (and not admiringly) known as Palo Alto’s “shrink wrap” rule because the only building that can replace the existing building with the same floor area is one that matches the existing building’s envelop as though covered by a thin layer of plastic shrink wrap. The current ordinance impairs the vested rights of the owners of lawful non-conforming buildings, and essentially takes a building owner’s previously recognized right to replace their floor area in a new, modern building, something they had enjoyed since 1986 when the city made the deal with them. As noted above the 1986 ordinance states that they were still “Complying Facilities” despite their floor area exceeding the new floor area limits enacted in the 1986 ordinance. The impact of the ill-considered amendment in 2016 (Ordinance 5373) on the natural evolution of the Downtown is clear. Since 2016, there has only been one new commercial building approved and built under the new rules: Design within Reach. The Mills Florist building was approved under the new rules, Item 20 Attachment B - Applicant’s Request Letter Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 786 of 1165 but because existing floor area had to be forfeited in the new building, it could not pencil and was abandoned. We have seen other buildings constructed since 2016, but they had been approved under the old rules or the existing floor area did not exceed the allowable 1:1 so no floor area had to be forfeited to build the new building. It is highly unlikely that an owner would choose to demolish an old building (even if no longer functional) in order to construct the same building in its place, or to erect a smaller building, forfeiting floor area of the existing building. The effect of the 2016 amendment has been paralyzing on our building stock and the natural evolution of the downtown. Downtowns need to be alive and change for the better. As staff reasoned 1988 in their CMR, buildings that exceeded the floor area limits were still “complying facilities” allowing them to remodel and replace their floor area in new buildings that better serve the community and the built environment. PROPOSED TEXT AMENDMENT To restore the rights of owners of buildings that exceed the floor area limits of the current site development regulations in PAMC §18.18.060, we respectfully suggest a minor, but effective, amendment to the zoning ordinance: subsections 18.18.120(a)(2)(C) and 18.18.120(b)(2)(C) should be removed. Removing these two sections will allow existing floor area to be replaced in new buildings that better respond to the natural and built environment. These new buildings may have different footprints, heights and envelops but they will be able to maintain their existing floor area without increasing the degree of existing non-compliance. BENEFITS The benefits to the downtown are new buildings that respond to the needs of the community, that connect with the street and sidewalk, that are consistent with the environmental and community initiatives of our time, and that can provide housing on upper floors. There is no downside. The commercial floor area exists. There is no increase in the amount of office space, just better buildings, fit for our time. Here are some additional benefits that will result from this text amendment: • Incentivize the building of housing in mixed-use buildings. If an owner can replace their existing commercial floor area, they are more likely to think about building a new building with housing on upper floors. If commercial floor area cannot be replaced this eliminates many, many, properties from redevelopment or as potential sites for housing • No increase in office space • Access for all those with disabilities • Meet all current building and life safety codes • Increased property taxes • Better buildings with daylighting and highly efficient HVAC systems and solar arrays • Better pedestrian experience and relationships to the public realm We are seeking a zoning code text amendment that addresses the benefits of retiring outdated, noncomplying buildings and encourages building owners to consider new opportunities for their properties without losing the existing floor area. Item 20 Attachment B - Applicant’s Request Letter Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 787 of 1165 We look forward to continuing this discussion. Please call me at (650) 365-0600x15 if you have any questions. Sincerely, Ken Hayes, AIA Principal cc: Steve Reller, R&M Properties Mark Moragne, R&M Properties Item 20 Attachment B - Applicant’s Request Letter Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 788 of 1165 Item 20 Attachment C - Parcel Disposition Map Item 20: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 789 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2606-6436 TITLE FIRST READING: Adoption of an Ordinance to Amend Various Sections of Title 16 (Building Regulations) and Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Implement Retail Vitality Policies in the Comprehensive Plan, Including Changes to the Zoning Map for Parcels Zoned CN(GF) as Recommended by the Economic Development Committee. CEQA Status: The Ordinance is Consistent with and Represents Implementation of Adopted Policies in the Comprehensive Plan, for Which an Environmental Impact Report (Comprehensive Plan EIR) was Certified on February 5, 2016. RECOMMENDATION The Economic Development Committee and staff recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance to amend various sections of Titles 16 and 18 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) (Attachment A) to implement retail vitality measures related to Comprehensive Plan policies and the City Council's 2025 Enhance Business Vibrancy Priority. DISCUSSION The draft ordinance in Attachment A builds on retail conditions and strategies considered in 2023 and 2024, and an interim retail ordinance adopted in December 2024. Approval of this updated ordinance is intended to: Codify interim ordinance provisions; Address other topics raised by the City Council in November 2024 while considering the interim ordinance (such as expanding retail-like and office uses, and considering amendments to the retail preservation ordinance); Allow a broader range of retail and other commercial uses; Reduce confusion from overlapping/conflicting regulations; Rename the Conditional Use Permit to Administrative Use Permit to better reflect the current permit process; Add standard conditions for specific uses and remove overly subjective findings; Streamline parking requirements and permit approvals; Reduce ground-floor vacancies; and Item 21 Item 21 Staff Report Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 790 of 1165 Encourage vibrancy in the City’s commercial areas, including Downtown and California Avenue. Amendments to the zoning code are shown as underlined/strikeout in Attachment A. City Council Economic Development Committee Recommendation On June 3, 2026, the City Council Economic Development Committee made a unanimous motion to recommend that the City Council adopt the draft ordinance, with the following modifications: Allow health screening uses in the definition of personal services, which includes activity such as biometric body scanning, imaging or other health testing not intended to fulfill outside medical orders Remove a provision that would have allowed retail medical on the ground floor of University Avenue – the ordinance does allow neighborhood-serving office on the back half of a University Avenue facing property when accessed from a side street. Additionally, the motion called for referring further discussions of residential uses in the Charleston and Midtown Shopping Centers and additional locations and definitions of medical office uses and personal services to the Economic Development Committee in a future meeting. Staff have revised the draft ordinance in Attachment A to address this motion: 1. Adding health screening to the personal services definition (PAMC 18.04.030(114)); 2. Removing medical office as a permitted use fronting University Avenue (removal of language in previous versions of the draft ordinance under PAMC 18.30(C).020, Table 1); and, 3. Continuing the zoning code prohibition of residential uses in the Charleston and Midtown Shopping Centers (relocating a prohibition formerly in PAMC 18.16.040, Table 2, to PAMC 18.16.040, Table 1, footnote 1). For additional background, analysis, fiscal impact, stakeholder engagement, environmental review details, and an ordinance with annotations explaining the rationale behind substantive changes, see the Economic Development Committee staff report available online here: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/meetings/ItemWithTemplateType?id=12046&meetingTe mplateType=2&compiledMeetingDocumentId=19611. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance APPROVED BY: Jonathan Lait, Planning and Development Services Director Item 21 Item 21 Staff Report Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 791 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160198_20260604_ay16 Ordinance No. _____ Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending Various Chapters of Title 18 (Zoning) and Chapter 16.59 (Citywide Transportation Impact Fee of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, and the Zoning Map, to Implement Retail Vitality Measures SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. Like many communities, the City of Palo Alto has experienced high vacancy rates in retail districts, which have been compounded by challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic as well as ongoing retail trends. Accordingly, the City Council has included retail vitality as a Council priority for the past several years. B. Throughout 2023 and 2024, City staff, the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC), and the City’s consultant Michael Baker International (MBI) worked together to develop a Retail Study Report intended to inform a citywide retail zoning strategy. C. On September 18, 2024, the City Council Retail Committee reviewed the Final Draft Retail Study Report and provided direction to staff on several zoning amendments should be implemented immediately to support retail and retail-like uses in the City. D. The PTC held six hearings on the Retail Study (in addition to four meetings of the PTC retail ad hoc committee). E. In December 16, 2024, the City Council adopted interim ordinance no. 5642, temporarily implementing some of the recommendations of the Retail Study, while directing further work by staff and the PTC on a permanent ordinance. F. On October 29, 2025, the PTC reviewed additional analysis and recommendations prepared by staff and the City’s consultant Lexington Planning. G. On March 25, 2026, the PTC reviewed issues and options to encourage ground-floor retail, provided comments, and recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance. H. On June 3, 2026, the City Council Economic Development Committee provided comments and recommended unanimously that the City Council adopt a retail vitality ordinance. I. The City Council now desires to adopt a retail vitality ordinance to replace interim ordinance no. 5642. SECTION 2. All references in the Palo Alto Municipal Code to “Conditional Use Permit” shall be amended to read “Administrative Use Permit.” All references in the Palo Alto Municipal Code to “CUP” shall be amended to read “AUP.” All references in the Palo Alto Municipal Code to “conditionally permitted” shall be amended to read “administratively Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 792 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160198_20260604_ay16 permitted.” SECTION 3. Section 18.04.030 (Definitions) of Chapter 18.04 (Definitions) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses; unannotated text indicates prior, temporary amendments that would expire if not restated herein): 18.04.030 Definitions (a) Throughout this title the following words and phrases shall have the meanings ascribed in this section. (12) “Animal care” means a use providing grooming, housing, medical care, or other services to animals, including veterinary services, animal hospitals, overnight or short-term boarding ancillary to veterinary care, indoor or outdoor kennels, and similar services. (12) “Animal care, daytime” means a use providing care and services during the daytime only, including grooming, socializing, housing, veterinary services, and animal hospitals that do not provide overnight care. (12.1) “Animal care, overnight” means a use providing care and services that includes overnight or short-term boarding, such as kennels and animal hospitals with overnight care. [. . .] (12.6) “Automobile showroom” means a use primarily engaged in the sale of new and used automobiles and trucks, or the display and demonstration of automobiles and trucks for the purpose of facilitating sales, but which does not involve on-site storage of inventory, except as incidental to the showroom use. Automobile showroom serves primarily pedestrian clientele and is distinct from automobile dealership. [. . .] (47) “Eating and drinking service” means uses primarily engaged in serving prepared food and/or beverages for consumption on or off the premises. Related definitions are provided in subsections (45) (Drive-in/drive- through service). (47) (A) “Eating and drinking service, full service” means a use providing preparation and retail sale of food and beverages with a full menu and providing indoor seating area. Eating and drinking service This use typically includes presence of a full commercial kitchen, and commercial dishwasher, and table service. For establishments with incidental sale alcoholic beverages, a minimum of 50% of revenues from an “eating and drinking service” must be derived from the sale of food. Related definitions are provided in subsections (45) (Drive-in/drive- through service, and (125)(B) (Intensive retail service) and (136) (Take-out service). (B) “Eating and drinking, limited service” means a use where food and beverages are ready to consume within approximately 15 minutes of the time of sale whether on the premises, taken out, or delivered. Typically, limited seating area and no commercial Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 793 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160198_20260604_ay16 kitchen are provided. Examples may include delis, bakeries, frozen dessert shops, pizza shops, counter service restaurants, and coffee shops. For establishments with incidental sale alcoholic beverages, a minimum of 50% of revenues must be derived from the sale of food. (C) “Bars” mean establishments devoted to serving alcoholic beverages and for which the serving of food is incidental to the consumption of such beverages, with less than 50% of revenues derived from the sale of food. [. . .] (56) “Financial service” means a use providing financial services to individuals, firms, or other entities. The term “financial service” includes banks, savings and loan institutions, loan and lending institutions, credit unions and similar services. (A) “Retail finance service” means a financial service use operating in a retail-oriented manner, offering face-to-face interactions, and convenient in-person transactions in locations designed for public access. These services includes retail banks, savings and loan institutions, loan and lending offices, credit unions, and similar services that prioritize walk-in customers with access to immediate financial solutions or combined with a publicly accessible retail component. [. . .] (57.6) “Formula retail business” means a retail, personal, or eating and drinking service that is one of fifty (50) or more business locations in the State of California required by contractual or other arrangement to maintain any of the following standardized characteristics: merchandise, menu, services, decor, uniforms, architecture, facade, color scheme, signs, trademark, or servicemark. For purposes of this definition: (A) “Standardized merchandise, menu and/or services” means 50% or more of in- stock merchandise from a single distributor bearing the same or similar markings; 50% or more of menu items identical in name and presentation with other locations; or 50% or more of services offered identical in name or presentation with other locations. (B) “Decor” means the style of interior furnishings, which may include but is not limited to, style of furniture, wall coverings or permanent fixtures. (C) “Color Scheme” means the selection of colors used throughout, such as on the furnishings, permanent fixtures, and wall coverings, or as used on the facade. (D) “Uniforms” means standardized items of clothing including but not limited to standardized aprons, pants, shirts, smocks or dresses, hats, and pins (other than name tags) as well as standardized colors of clothing. (E) “Facade” means the face or front of a building, including awnings, looking onto a street or an open space. (F) “Trademark” means a word, phrase, symbol or design, or a combination of words, phrases, symbols or designs that identifies and distinguishes the source of the goods from one party from those of others. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 794 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 4 0160198_20260604_ay16 (G) “Servicemark” means a word, phrase, symbol or design, or a combination of words, phrases, symbols or designs that identifies and distinguishes the source of a service from one party from those of others. [. . .] (102.6) "Neighborhood-serving offices" are medical offices, professional offices, travel agencies, and insurance agencies that fit the definition of a neighborhood-serving use. (102.7) A "Neighborhood Serving Use" is not a separate use classification, but describes the class of uses that primarily serve individual consumers and households, not businesses, are generally pedestrian oriented in design, and do not generate noise, fumes or truck traffic greater than that typically expected for uses with a local customer base. A neighborhood- serving use is also one to which a significant number of customers and clients travel, rather than the provider of the goods or services traveling off-site. [. . .] (114) “Personal service” means a use providing services of a personal convenience nature, and cleaning, repair or sales incidental thereto, including: (A) Beauty shops, nail salons, day spas, and barbershops; (B) Self-service laundry and cleaning services; laundry and cleaning pick-up stations where all cleaning or servicing for the particular station is done elsewhere; and laundry and cleaning stations where the cleaning or servicing for the particular station is done on site, utilizing equipment meeting any applicable Bay Area Air Quality Management District requirements, so long as no cleaning for any other station is done on the same site, provided that the amount of hazardous materials stored does not at any time exceed the threshold which would require a permit under Title 17 (Hazardous Materials Storage) of this code; (C) Repair and fitting of clothes, shoes, and personal accessories; (D) Quick printing and copying services where printing or copying for the particular service is done on site, so long as no quick printing or copying for any off-site printing or copying service is done on the same site; (E) Internet and other consumer electronics services; (F) Film, data and video processing shops, including shops where processing for the particular shop is done on site, so long as no processing for any other shop is done on the same site; (G) Art, dance or music studios intended for an individual or small group of persons in a class (see “commercial recreation” for other activities); and (H) Fitness and exercise studios, or similar uses, in a space having 5,000 square feet or fewer of gross floor area (see “commercial recreation” for uses exceeding 5,000 square feet). Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 795 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 5 0160198_20260604_ay16 (I) Learning centers intended for individual or small group settings, including tutoring, standardized test preparation, language classes, after-school programs, cooking classes, and similar uses. (J) Health screening, including biometric body scanning, imaging, or other health testing services directly serving the public, so long as no medical treatment is provided and the service is not intended to fulfill outside medical orders. [. . .] (125) “Retail service” means a use open to the public during typical business hours and predominantly engaged in providing retail sale, rental, service, processing, or repair of items primarily intended for consumer or household use. (A) “Extensive retail service,” as used with respect to parking requirements, means a retail sales use having more than seventy-five percent of the gross floor area used for display, sales, and related storage of bulky commodities, including household furniture and appliances, lumber and building materials, carpeting and floor covering, air conditioning and heating equipment, and similar goods, which uses have demonstrably low parking demand generation per square foot of gross floor area. (B) “Intensive retail service” as used with respect to parking requirements, means any retail service use not defined as extensive retail service, such as boutiques, bookstores, and small goods retail shops. and including limited food service (i.e. ‘ready-to-eat’ food and/or beverage shops without a full commercial kitchen, where food and/or beverages are ready to consume at the time of sale and any seating area is limited; examples include sandwiches, frozen desserts, non-alcoholic beverages, and baked items). (125.1) “Retail-like use” means a use generally open to the public during typical business hours and predominantly engaged in providing services closely related to, but distinct from, retail services, including but not limited to: (A) Eating and drinking services, as defined in subsection (47); (B) Hotels, as defined in subsection (73); (C) Personal services, as defined in subsection (114); (D) Theaters; (E) Travel agencies; (F) Commercial recreation, as defined in subsection (33); (G) Commercial nurseries; (H) Automobile showrooms, as defined in subsection (12.6); (I) Day care centers, as defined in subsection (42); (J) Retail financial services, as defined in subsection (56)(A); and (K) Other commercial uses, services, or activities determined by the Director of Planning and Development Services to be accessible to the general public, generate walk-in pedestrian clientele, and contribute substantially to a high level of pedestrian activity, and meet the intent of the 18.30(B).040 (Pedestrian Shopping) design standards. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 796 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 6 0160198_20260604_ay16 Not all retail-like uses are permitted in zoning districts that allow retail-like uses. Refer to use tables within each zoning district for specific permitted retail-like uses. [. . .] (136) “Take-out service” means a characteristic of an eating or drinking service which encourages, on a regular basis, consumption of food or beverages, such as prepared or prepackaged items, outside of a building, in outdoor seating areas where regular table service is not provided, in vehicles parked on the premises, or off-site. Take-out service does not include intensive retail service uses, as defined in subsection (125)(B). [. . .] SECTION 4. Section 18.08.040 of the Palo Alto Municipal Code, the “Zoning Map,” is hereby amended by changing the zoning of the properties identified in Exhibit A by removing the Ground Floor (GF) combining district. SECTION 5. Sections 18.16.030 (Definitions), 18.16.040 (Land Uses), 18.16.050 (Office Use Restrictions), and 18.16.060 (Development Standards) of Chapter 18.16 (Neighborhood, Community, and Service Commercial (CN, CC and CS) Districts) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code are hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck- through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.16.030 Definitions [. . .] (e) "Neighborhood-serving offices" are medical offices, professional offices, travel agencies, and insurance agencies that fit the definition of a neighborhood-serving use. (f) A "Neighborhood Serving Use" is a use that primarily serves individual consumers and households, not businesses, is generally pedestrian oriented in design, and does not generate noise, fumes or truck traffic greater than that typically expected for uses with a local customer base. A neighborhood-serving use is also one to which a significant number of customers and clients travel, rather than the provider of the goods or services traveling off-site. [. . .] 18.16.040 Land Uses The uses of land allowed by this chapter in each commercial zoning district are identified in the following tables. Land uses that are not listed on the tables are not allowed, except where otherwise noted. Where the last column on the following tables (“Subject to Regulations in”) includes a section number, specific regulations in the referenced section also apply to the use; Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 797 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 7 0160198_20260604_ay16 however, provisions in other sections may apply as well. For properties with combining district zoning designations, refer to combining district use regulations for additional or superseding requirements. (a) Commercial Zones and Land Uses Permitted and conditionally permitted land uses for each commercial zone are shown in Table 1: TABLE 1 PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required LAND USE CN (4) CC, CC(2) CS (4) Subject to Regulations In: ACCESSORY AND SUPPORT USES Accessory facilities and activities customarily associated with or essential to permitted uses, and operated incidental to the principal use. P P P 18.42 Drive-in services or take-out services associated with permitted uses(3) CUP CUP CUP 18.42 Tire, battery, and automotive service facilities, when operated incidental to a permitted retail service or shopping center having a gross floor area of more than 30,000 square feet. CUP 18.42, 18.40.160 Safe Parking 18.42.160 EDUCATIONAL, RELIGIOUS, AND ASSEMBLY USES Business and Trade Schools CUP P P Churches and Religious Institutions P P P Private Educational Facilities CUP P P Private Clubs, Lodges, or Fraternal Organizations CUP P P MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING USES Recycling Centers CUP CUP CUP Warehousing and Distribution CUP OFFICE USES Administrative Office Services P 18.16.050 Medical Offices PCUP(5)(7) PCUP(5) PCUP(5) 18.16.050 Professional and General Business Offices P(7) P P 18.16.050 PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC USES Utility Facilities essential to provision of utility services but excluding construction or storage yards, maintenance facilities, or corporation yards. CUP CUP CUP Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 798 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 8 0160198_20260604_ay16 LAND USE CN (4) CC, CC(2) CS (4) Subject to Regulations In: RECREATION USES Commercial Recreation CUPP(5) CUPP(5) CUPP(5) 18.40.160 Outdoor Recreation Services CUP CUP CUP RESIDENTIAL USES Multiple-Family P(1) P(1) P(1) 18.16.060(b) and (c) Home Occupations P P P Residential Care Homes P P P RETAIL USES Automobile Showroom P P P Bars CUP CUP 18.42.090 Eating and Drinking Services, excluding drive-through drive-in and take-out services P(8) P P 18.40.160 18.42.090 Retail Services, excluding liquor stores P(8) P P 18.40.160 Liquor stores CUP P P 18.40.160 Shopping Centers P 18.16.060(c), 18.40.160 SERVICE USES Ambulance Services CUP CUP CUP Animal Care, daytime excluding boarding and kennels P P P 18.42.130 Animal Care, overnight CUP CUP CUP 18.42.130 Automobile Service Stations CUP CUP CUP 18.30(G) Automotive Services CUP Convalescent Facilities CUP P P Day Care Centers P P P 18.40.160 Small Family Day Care Homes P P P Large Family Day Care Homes P P P Small Adult Day Care Homes P P P Large Adult Day Care Homes CUP P P Banks and Financial Services V CUP P(2) P(2) P(2) General Business Services CUP CUP P Hotels P P 18.16.060(d), 18.40.160 Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 799 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 9 0160198_20260604_ay16 LAND USE CN (4) CC, CC(2) CS (4) Subject to Regulations In: Mortuaries CUP P P Neighborhood Business Services P 18.16.060(f) Personal Services P P(6) P 18.16.060(f), 18.40.160 Reverse Vending Machines P P P TEMPORARY USES Farmer’s Markets CUP CUP CUP Temporary Parking Facilities, provided that such facilities shall remain no more than five years. CUP CUP CUP TRANSPORTATION USES Parking as a principal use CUP CUP Transportation Terminals CUP CUP P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required (1) Residential is only permitted in the following instances and pursuant to 18.16.060(b) and (c): (i) Aas part of a mixed use development, except on CN sites in the Midtown Shopping District and Charleston Shopping Center; or pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.16.060(b), or (ii) Oon sites designated as housing inventory sites in the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan; or (iii) Oon CN or CS sites on El Camino Real; or (iv) Oon CC(2) sites. (2) Except drive-through drive-in services. (3) So long as drive up facilities, excluding car washes, provide full access to pedestrians and bicyclists. A maximum of two such services shall be permitted within 1,000 feet, and each use shall not be less than 150 feet from one another. (4) For properties in the CN and CS zone districts, businesses that operate or have associated activities at any time between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. require a conditional use permit. (5) Except, a A conditional use permit is not required for medical office or commercial recreation uses up to 5,000 square feet of gross floor area, with the following exceptions, for which a conditional use permit is always required for: (A) ground-floor medical office fronting on California Avenue and, in the Charleston Shopping Center, in the Midtown Shopping District, and Town and Country Shopping Center; (B) commercial recreation uses fronting on California Avenue and in the Town and Country Village Shopping Center. (6) A conditional use permit is required for the following uses when fronting on California Avenue: (A) Fitness or exercise studios, and similar uses exceeding 1,800 square feet in gross floor area; and (B) Learning centers intended for individual or small group settings. A conditional use permit is required for fitness or exercise studios, and similar uses exceeding 1,800 square feet in gross floor Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 800 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 10 0160198_20260604_ay16 area in Town and Country Village Shopping Center. (7) In the Midtown Shopping District and Charleston Shopping Center, only “neighborhood serving office” uses are permitted, and a CUP is required for office uses exceeding 2,500 sq. ft. (8) In the Midtown Shopping District and Charleston Shopping Center, a conditional use permit is required for eating and drinking services above 5,000 sq. ft and for other retail uses above 20,000 sq. ft. [. . .] (c) CN District: Special Use Requirements in the Charleston and Midtown Shopping Centers The following regulations shall apply to areas of Charleston Center and the Midtown Shopping Center as defined in Section 18.16.030. Table 2 shows the uses permitted and conditionally permitted on the ground floor of the applicable areas of the Charleston Center and Midtown Shopping Center. Permitted and conditional uses specified in subsection (a) of this section shall only apply to the ground floor of the areas of the Charleston and Midtown Shopping Centers as listed in Table 2. Uses lawfully existing on January 16, 2001 may be continued as non-conforming uses but may only be replaced with uses permitted or conditionally permitted under this subsection. TABLE 2 CHARLESTON AND MIDTOWN SHOPPING CENTERS GROUND FLOOR USES P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required X = Prohibited Use LAND USES Charleston Shopping Center Midtown Shopping Center Subject to Regulations in: ACCESSORY AND SUPPORT USES Accessory facilities and uses customarily incidental to permitted uses. P P EDUCATIONAL, RELIGIOUS, AND ASSEMBLY USES Churches and Religious Institutions CUP CUP Private Educational Facilities CUP CUP MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING USES Recycling Centers CUP CUP OFFICE USES Neighborhood-serving offices that do not exceed 2,500 square feet in floor area. P 18.16.050 Neighborhood-serving offices exceeding 2,500 square feet in floor area. CUP 18.16.050 Administrative office uses and general business office uses (other than neighborhood-serving travel agencies and insurance agencies) other than those legally in existence on January 16,2001 X X 18.16.050 Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 801 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 11 0160198_20260604_ay16 LAND USES Charleston Shopping Center Midtown Shopping Center Subject to Regulations in: Medical offices not exceeding 2,500 square feet in area, professional offices, travel agencies, and insurance agencies CUP 18.16.050 PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC USES Utility Facilities essential to provision of utility services but excluding construction or storage yards, maintenance facilities, or corporation yards. CUP CUP RECREATION USES Commercial Recreation CUP CUP 18.40.160 Outdoor Recreation Services CUP CUP Private Clubs, Lodges, or Fraternal Organizations CUP CUP RESIDENTIAL USES Residential uses of any nature X X RETAIL USES Eating and Drinking Services, excluding drive-in and take-out services P P 18.40.160 Retail Services, excluding liquor stores P P 18.40.160 Liquor stores CUP CUP 18.40.160 SERVICE USES Ambulance Services CUP CUP Animal Care, excluding boarding and kennels P P Automobile Service Stations CUP CUP 18.30(G) Convalescent Facilities CUP CUP Day Care Centers P P 18.40.160 Financial Services CUP CUP Mortuaries CUP CUP Neighborhood Business Services P P Personal Services P P 18.40.160 Reverse Vending Machines P P TEMPORARY USES Farmers’ Markets CUP CUP Temporary Parking Facilities, provided that such facilities shall remain no more than five years. CUP CUP P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required X = Prohibited Use (d) Charleston Shopping Center Additional Use Restrictions (1) Any office use first occupying space at the Center on or after January 16, 2001, shall obtain a written determination from the director of planning and development services that it qualifies as a neighborhood serving use, as defined in this chapter, before occupying its Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 802 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 12 0160198_20260604_ay16 premises. The applicant shall submit such information as the director shall reasonably require in order to make the determination, and the director shall issue the determination within 30 days of receiving a complete application. Failure to submit the required information shall be grounds for determining that a business is not neighborhood-serving. (2) No more than 7,850 square feet of total floor area at the Center shall be occupied by office uses at any time. (3) Prior to approving a conditional use permit for neighborhood-serving offices larger than 2,500 square feet in total floor area, the city shall find that the proposed use will be neighborhood-serving, that it will be conducted in a manner that will enhance and strengthen the Center as a neighborhood resource, and that it will not diminish the retail strength of the center. (e) Midtown Shopping Center: Additional Use Restrictions (1) An existing ground floor office may be replaced with another office if (a) the new tenant or owner will continue the existing business or practice; or (b) a conditional use permit is issued for the new office use. (2) No conditional use permit shall be issued for any new office use on the ground floor unless, in addition to the findings required for a conditional use permit as specified in Section 18.76.010, the city finds that the proposed use will be neighborhood serving, that it will be conducted in a manner that will enhance and strengthen the Midtown Shopping District as a neighborhood resource, and that it will not diminish the retail strength of the District. (3) For properties at 711, 719, and 721 Colorado Avenue, and 689 Bryson Avenue , buildings not fronting on Middlefield Avenue, designed and used for office purposes, and not well suited to other uses are exempt from the provisions of this subsection (b). 18.16.050 Office Use Restrictions The following restrictions shall apply to office uses: (a) Conversion of Ground Floor Housing and Non-Office Commercial to Office Medical, Professional, and Business offices shall not be located on the ground floor, unless any of the following apply to such offices: (1) Have been continuously in existence in that space since March 19, 2001, and as of such date, were neither non-conforming nor in the process of being amortized pursuant to Chapter 18.30(I); (2) Occupy a space that was not occupied by housing, neighborhood business service, retail services, personal services, eating and drinking services, or automotive service on March 19, 2001 or thereafter; (3) Occupy a space that was vacant on March 19, 2001; (4) Are located in new or remodeled ground floor area built on or after March 19, 2001 if the ground floor area devoted to housing, retail services, eating and drinking services, personal services, and automobile services does not decrease; (5) Are on a site located in an area subject to a specific plan or coordinated area plan, which specifically allows for such ground floor medical, professional, and general business offices; or (6) Are located anywhere in Building E or in the rear 50% of Building C or D of the property Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 803 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 13 0160198_20260604_ay16 at the southeast corner of the intersection of Park Boulevard and California Avenue, as shown on sheet A2 of the plans titled “101 California Avenue Townhouse/Commercial/Office, Palo Alto, CA” by Crosby, Thornton, Marshall Associates, Architects, dated June 14, 1982, revised November 23, 1982, and on file with the Department of Planning and Development Services. (a) The following office use restrictions shall apply in the Midtown Shopping District and Charleston Shopping Center: (1) The only office uses permitted are “neighborhood serving office” uses. (2) Prior to approving a conditional use permit for neighborhood-serving offices larger than 2,500 square feet in total floor area, the city shall find that the proposed use will be neighborhood-serving and consistent with the purposes of the zoning district (3) In the Midtown Shopping District, buildings at 711, 719, and 721 Colorado Avenue, and 689 Bryson Avenue, which do not front on Middlefield Avenue and are designed and used for office purposes, are exempt from the provisions of this subsection. (b) Size Restrictions on Office Uses in the CN and CS Districts (other than Midtown Shopping District and Charleston Shopping Center): (1) In the CN district, office uses shall be governed by the following regulations: (A) Total floor area of permitted office uses on a lot shall not exceed 25% of the lot area, provided: (i) A lot shall be permitted to have at least a total floor area of 2,500 square feet of office uses, provided the uses meet all other zoning regulations. (ii) No lot shall be permitted to have more than a total floor area of 5,000 square feet of office uses. (B) Such uses may be allowed to exceed the maximum size, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accord with the provisions of Chapter 18.76. The maximum size for any conditional use shall be established by the director and specified in the conditional use permit for such use. (2) In the CS district, office uses shall be governed by the following regulations: (A) No lot shall be permitted to have more than a total floor area of 5,000 square feet of office uses. (B) Such uses may be allowed to exceed the maximum size, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accord with the provisions of Chapter 18.76. The maximum size for any conditional use shall be established by the director and specified in the conditional use permit for such use. 18.16.060 Development Standards [. . .] (f) Size of Establishments in the CN District In the CN district, permitted commercial uses shall not exceed the floor area per individual use or business establishment shown in Table 5. Such uses may be allowed to exceed the maximum establishment size, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accord with Section 18.76.010. The maximum establishment size for any conditional use shall be established by the director and specified in the conditional use permit for such use. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 804 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 14 0160198_20260604_ay16 TABLE 5 MAXIMUM SIZE OF ESTABLISHMENT Type of Establishment Maximum Size (ft 2 ) Personal Services 3,000 Retail services, except grocery stores 15,000 Grocery stores 20,000 Eating and drinking services 5,000 Neighborhood business services 3,000 [. . .] SECTION 6. Sections 18.18.050 (Land Uses) and 18.18.060 (Development Standards) of Chapter 18.18 (Downtown Commercial (CD) District) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code are hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.18.050 Land Uses The uses of land allowed by this chapter in each commercial zoning district are identified in the following table. Land uses that are not listed on the tables are not allowed, except where otherwise noted. Where the last column on the following tables (“Subject to Regulations in”) includes a section number, specific regulations in the referenced section also apply to the use; however, provisions in other sections may apply as well. For parcels designed with the -GF combining district, refer to 18.30(C) for ground-floor use regulations. Permitted and conditionally permitted land uses for the CD district are shown in Table 1: Table 1 CD Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses P Permitted Use • CUP Conditional Use Permit Required CD-C CD-S CD-N Subject to regulations in: ACCESSORY USES Accessory facilities and activities associated with or essential to permitted uses, and operated incidental to the principal use P P P Drive-in or Take-out Services associated with permitted uses (2) CUP CUP CUP Tire, battery, and automotive service facilities, when operated incidental to a permitted retail service or shopping center having a gross floor area of more than 30,000 square feet CUP 18.40.160 Safe Parking 18.42.160 EDUCATIONAL, RELIGIOUS, AND ASSEMBLY USES Business and Trade Schools P P Churches and Religious Institutions P P P Private Educational Facilities P P CUP Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 805 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 15 0160198_20260604_ay16 Table 1 CD Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses P Permitted Use • CUP Conditional Use Permit Required CD-C CD-S CD-N Subject to regulations in: Private Clubs, Lodges, or Fraternal Organizations P P CUP MANUFACTURING AND PROCESSING USES Recycling Centers CUP CUP CUP Warehousing and Distribution CUP OFFICE USES Administrative Office Services P 18.18.060(f) Medical, Professional, and General Business Offices P P P 18.18.060(f) PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC FACILITY USES Utility Facilities essential to provision of utility services but excluding construction or storage yards, maintenance facilities, or corporation yards CUP CUP RECREATION USES Commercial Recreation CUP(3) CUP(3) CUP(3) Outdoor Recreation Services CUP CUP CUP RESIDENTIAL USES Multiple-Family P (1) P (1) P (1) 18.18.060(b) Home Occupations P P P Residential Care Homes P P P RETAIL USES Automobile Showrooms P P P Bars CUP 18.42.090 Eating and Drinking Services, except drive-through drive-in or take-out services P P P 18.18.060(g) , 18.40.160 18.42.090 Retail Services, excluding liquor stores P P P 18.18.060(g) , 18.40.160 Shopping Centers P 18.18.060(g) , 18.40.160 Liquor Stores P P CUP 18.40.160 SERVICE USES Animal Care, excluding boarding and kennels daytime P P P 18.42.130 Ambulance Services CUP CUP CUP 18.30(G) Automobile Service Stations CUP CUP CUP Automobile Services CUP Convalescent Facilities P P CUP Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 806 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 16 0160198_20260604_ay16 Table 1 CD Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses P Permitted Use • CUP Conditional Use Permit Required CD-C CD-S CD-N Subject to regulations in: Day Care Centers P P P 18.40.160 Small Family Day Care Homes P P P Large Family Day Care Homes P P P Small Adult Day Care Homes P P P Large Adult Day Care Homes Financial Services, except drive-up services P P CUP General Business Services CUP P P Hotels P P P 18.18.060(d) , 18.40.160 Mortuaries P P CUP Personal Services P(4) P(4) P(3)(4) 18.18.060(g) , 18.40.160 Reverse Vending Machines P P P TRANSPORTATION USES Parking as a principal use CUP CUP Passenger Transportation Terminals CUP TEMPORARY USES Indoor Farmers’ Markets CUP CUP CUP Temporary Parking Facilities, provided that such facilities shall remain no more than five years CUP CUP CUP P Permitted Use CUP Conditional Use Permit Required (1) Residential is only permitted as part of a mixed use development, pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.18.060(b), or on sites designated as Housing Opportunity Sites in the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan, pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.18.060(c). (2) Drive-up facilities, excluding car washes, provide full access to pedestrians and bicyclists. A maximum of two such services shall be permitted within 1,000 feet and each use shall not be less than 150 ft from one another. (3) A conditional use permit is required for personal services over 5,000 sq. ft. (3) A conditional use permit is not required for commercial recreation uses up to 5,000 square feet of gross floor area, with the following exceptions, for which a conditional use permit is always required: (A) medical office fronting on University Avenue; (B) commercial recreation uses fronting on University Avenue. (4) A conditional use permit is required for the following uses when fronting on University Avenue: (A) Fitness or exercise studios, and similar uses; and (B) Learning centers intended for individual or small group settings. 18.18.060 Development Standards [. . .] Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 807 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 17 0160198_20260604_ay16 (g) Restrictions on Size of Commercial Establishments in CD-N Subdistrict In the CD-N subdistrict, permitted commercial uses shall not exceed the floor area per individual use or business establishment shown in Table 4. Such uses may be allowed to exceed the maximum establishment size, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accordance with Chapter 18.76. The maximum establishment size for any conditional use shall be established by the director and specified in the conditional use permit for such use. TABLE 4 MAXIMUM SIZE OF ESTABLISHMENT Type of Establishment Maximum Size (ft 2 ) Personal Services 3,000 Retail services, except grocery stores 15,000 Grocery stores 20,000 Eating and drinking services 5,000 [. . .] SECTION 7. Section 18.29.050 (Permitted Uses) of Chapter 18.29 (North Ventura (NV) District Regulations) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.29.050 Permitted Uses The uses of land allowed by this chapter in each zoning district are identified in the following tables. Land uses that are not listed in the tables are not allowed, except where otherwise noted. Where the last column on the following tables ("Subject to Regulations in") includes a section number, specific regulations in the referenced section also apply to the use; however, provisions in other sections not specifically referenced may apply as well. TABLE 1: PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required TUP = Temporary Use Permit Required — = Not Permitted LAND USE NV-R1 NV-R2 NV-R3 NV-R4 NV-MXL (1)(5) NV-MXM (5) NV-MXH NV-PF Subject to Regulations In: ACCESSORY AND SUPPORT USES 18.40 Accessory facilities and activities customarily incidental to the P P P P P P P - 18.10.080 permitted use 18.12.080 Accessory Dwelling Unit & Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit when accessory to primary and permitted residential use P P P P P P P - 18.09 Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 808 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 18 0160198_20260604_ay16 TABLE 1: PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required TUP = Temporary Use Permit Required — = Not Permitted LAND USE NV-R1 NV-R2 NV-R3 NV-R4 NV-MXL (1)(5) NV-MXM (5) NV-MXH NV-PF Subject to Regulations In: Home Occupations, when accessory to permitted residential use P P P P P P P P 18.42 Horticulture, Gardening, and Growing of food products for consumption by occupants of a site P P P P P P P - EDUCATIONAL, RELIGIOUS, AND ASSEMBLY USES Private Clubs, Lodges, or Fraternal Organizations, excluding any such facility operated as a business for profit - - - CUP CUP - - - Private Educational Facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP P P - Religious Institutions CUP CUP CUP CUP P P P - OFFICE USES(2) Administrative Office Services - - - - P P P - 18.29.050(a) Medical Offices - - - - P P P - 18.29.050(a) Professional and General Business Offices - - - - P P P - 18.29.050(a) PUBLIC/QUASI-PUBLIC USES Community Centers CUP CUP CUP CUP - - - CUP (3) Utility Facilities essential to provision of utility services but excluding construction or storage yards, maintenance facilities, or corporation yards. CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP - RECREATION USES Neighborhood Recreational Centers - - CUP CUP - - - CUP(3) Commercial Recreation - - - - CUP CUP CUP CUP(3) Outdoor Recreation Services CUP CUP CUP CUP - CUP CUP CUP(3) Youth Clubs - - - - - - - CUP(3) RESIDENTIAL USES Single-Family P P - - - - - - Two-Family P P - - - - - - 18.42.180 Multiple-Family - - P P P P P P (4) Residential Care Homes P P P P P P P - Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 809 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 19 0160198_20260604_ay16 TABLE 1: PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required TUP = Temporary Use Permit Required — = Not Permitted LAND USE NV-R1 NV-R2 NV-R3 NV-R4 NV-MXL (1)(5) NV-MXM (5) NV-MXH NV-PF Subject to Regulations In: RETAIL USES Automobile Showroom P Bars CUP 18.42.090 Eating and Drinking Services, except drive-through drive-in and takeout services - - P P P P P CUP (3) 18.40.160, 18.29.050(c) Personal Services and Retail Services of a neighborhood- serving nature - - P P P P P CUP (3) 18.40.160, 18.29.050(c) Liquor stores - - - - - P P - 18.40.160, 18.29.050(c) SERVICE USES Animal Care, daytime excluding boarding and kennels - - - - P P P - 18.29.050(c) 18.42.130 Animal Care, overnight CUP CUP CUP 18.42.130 Convalescent Facilities - - - CUP P P P - Day Care Centers CUP CUP CUP P P P P - 18.40.160 Large Family Day Care Homes P P P P P P P P(3) Small Family Day Care Homes P P P P P P P P(3) Large Adult Day Care Homes CUP CUP P P P P P P(3) Small Adult Day Care Homes P P P P P P P P(3) Financial Services - - - - P P P - 18.29.050(a), 18.29.060(b) General Business Services - - - - P P P - 18.29.050(a), 18.29.060(b) Hotels - - - - - P P - 18.40.160, 18.16.060(d) Personal Services and Retail Services defined as a neighborhood- serving use - - P P P P P CUP (3) 18.40.160, 18.29.050(c) Other Personal Services - - - - P P P - 18.40.160, 18.29.050(c), 18.29.060(b) AGRICULTURAL AND OPEN SPACE USES Park uses and uses incidental to park operation - - - - - - - P Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 810 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 20 0160198_20260604_ay16 TABLE 1: PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES P = Permitted Use CUP = Conditional Use Permit Required TUP = Temporary Use Permit Required — = Not Permitted LAND USE NV-R1 NV-R2 NV-R3 NV-R4 NV-MXL (1)(5) NV-MXM (5) NV-MXH NV-PF Subject to Regulations In: All facilities owned or leased, and operated or used, by the City of Palo Alto, the County of Santa Clara, the State of California, the government of the United States, the Palo Alto Unified School District, or any other governmental agency, or leased by any such agency to another party - - - - - - - P Utility Facilities - - - - - - - CUP TEMPORARY USES Temporary Uses - - TUP TUP - - - - 18.42.050 Farmer’s Markets - - - - - CUP CUP - Temporary Parking Facilities, provided that such facilities shall remain no more than five years - - - - - CUP CUP CUP (3) Notes: For NV-MXL zoning district, the total floor area of non-residential uses permitted and conditionally permitted on a lot shall not exceed 5,000 square feet. For office uses, total floor area of permitted office uses on a lot shall not exceed 5,000 square feet. Provided such use is conducted on property owned by the City of Palo Alto, the County of Santa Clara, the State of California , the government of the United States, the Palo Alto Unified School District, or any other governmental agency, and leased for said uses. Only a 100% Affordable Housing Project is permitted. Development shall follow NV-R4 standards. Ground floor uses shall comply with the ground floor edge framework set forth in NVCAP section 2.3. … SECTION 8. Chapter 18.30(A) (Retail Shopping (R) Combining District Regulations) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.30(A).010 Specific Purposes The retail shopping combining district is intended to modify the uses allowed in a commercial district, where applied in combination with such district, to allow only retail, eating, and service- oriented, and neighborhood-serving office commercial development on the ground floors [. . .] 18.30(A).040 Permitted Uses Land Uses Except to the extent a conditional use permit is required pursuant to Section 18.30(A).050, the Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 811 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 21 0160198_20260604_ay16 following uses shall be permitted in an R district: (a) Eating and drinking services, except drive-in and take-out services. (b) Personal services, except the following on California Avenue: fitness or exercise studios exceeding 1,800 square feet in gross floor area (c) Retail services. (d) Financial services, except drive-in services. (e) Pet grooming services. (f) Automobile showroom. (g) All other uses permitted in the underlying commercial district, provided they are not located on a ground floor. Permitted and conditionally permitted land uses in the combining district are identified in Table 1. Where the last column on the following tables ("Subject to Regulations in") includes a section number, specific regulations in the referenced section also apply to the use. Conditional use permits shall be issued in accordance with Chapter 18.76 (Permits and Approvals), subject to restrictions in Section 18.40.160. Table 1 P Permitted Use • CUP Conditional Use Permit Required (R) Subject to regulations in: OFFICE USES Medical offices, that include retail services, fronting California Avenue CUP 18.30(A).050(b) Neighborhood-serving offices, except fronting California Avenue. P 18.30(A).050(c) RECREATION USES Commercial recreation, fronting California Avenue CUP Commercial recreation, other locations P RETAIL USES Automobile showrooms P Bars CUP 18.42.090 Eating and drinking services, except drive-through services P 18.42.090 Formula retail businesses on California Avenue CUP Retail financial services, except drive-through services. P Retail services P SERVICE USES Animal care, daytime P 18.42.130 Personal services P OTHER All other uses permitted in the underlying commercial district, provided they are not located on a ground floor. CUP See underlying district regulations 18.30(A).050 Conditional Uses Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 812 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 22 0160198_20260604_ay16 The following uses may be conditionally permitted in an R district, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit in accord with Chapter 18.76 (Permits and Approval): (a) All other conditional uses allowed in the underlying commercial district provided they are not located on a ground floor. (b) Formula retail businesses on California Avenue. (c)Fitness or exercise studios exceeding 1,800 square feet in gross floor area on California Avenue. 18.30(A).055050 Design Standards (a) The following design standards shall apply in the R combining district: (a) (1) Window Transparency. Exterior windows on the ground floor shall use transparent glazing to the extent feasible. Low-e glass or minimal tinting to achieve sun control is permitted, so long as the glazing appears transparent when viewed from the ground level. (b) (2) Visual Access. Window coverings are not permitted on the ground floor during typical business hours. Where operations preclude transparency (e.g., theaters) or where privacy requires window coverings, sidewalk-facing frontage shall include items of visual interest including displays of merchandise or artwork; visual access shall be provided to a minimum depth of 3 feet. (b) Medical Office Uses. For ground-floor medical office uses located within 40 feet of the back of sidewalk on California Avenue, such uses shall include a retail services component that occupies a minimum 15-foot depth, as measured from the California Avenue ground floor building frontage. (c) Neighborhood-Serving Office Uses. Ground-floor neighborhood-serving office uses may be located in the rear of lots with frontage on California Avenue or fronting on side streets, if retail or retail-like uses occupy a minimum 40-foot depth of the ground floor, as measured from the back of sidewalk on California Avenue, and occupy the full extent of the California Avenue building frontage, excluding required utilities, driveways, pedestrian access and residential lobby. [. . .] 18.30(A).070 Waivers and adjustments. (a) The following shall be grounds for a request for waiver or adjustment of this Chapter: (1) Economic Hardship. An applicant may request that the requirements of this Chapter be adjusted or waived upon a showing that strict application would result in an unreasonable financial burden on the property. (2) Alternative Viable Use. An applicant may request that the requirements of this Chapter 18.30(A) be adjusted or waived based on a showing that: the permitted retail or retail-like use is not viable; the proposed alternative use will support the purposes of the combining district and Comprehensive Plan land use designation; and the proposed use will encourage active pedestrian-oriented activity and connections. (b) Documentation. The applicant shall bear the burden of presenting substantial evidence to support a waiver Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 813 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 23 0160198_20260604_ay16 or modification request under this section and shall set forth in detail the factual and/or legal basis for the claim, including all supporting technical documentation. Any request under this section shall be submitted to the Planning and Development Services Director together with the fee specified in the municipal fee schedule and an economic analysis or other supporting documentation. A request under this section shall be acted upon by the City Council. SECTION 9. Chapter 18.30(C) (Ground Floor (GF) Combining District Regulations) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): [. . .] 18.30(C).020 Permitted Uses Land Uses (a) The following uses shall be permitted in the GF combining district, subject to restrictions in Section 18.40.180: (1) Eating and drinking; (2) Hotels; (3) Personal services, except for the following on parcels with frontage on University Avenue: fitness and exercise studios exceeding 3,000 square feet in gross floor area; (4) Retail services; (5) Theaters; (6) Travel agencies; (7) Commercial recreation up to 5,000 square feet in gross floor area, except for parcels with frontage on University Avenue; (8) Financial services, except drive-in services. (9) Pet grooming services. (10) Automobile showroom; (11) All other uses permitted in the underlying district, provided such uses are not on the ground floor. (a) Permitted and conditionally permitted land uses in the combining district are identified in Table 1 and, subject to restrictions in Section 18.40.180. Where the last column on the following tables ("Subject to Regulations in") includes a section number, specific regulations in the referenced section also apply to the use. (b) Elimination or conversion of basement space currently in retail or retail-like use or related support purposes is prohibited. (c) Entrance, lobby, or reception areas serving non-ground floor uses may be located on the ground floor to the extent reasonably necessary, provided they do not interfere with the ground floor use(s), and subject to the approval of the Director. 18.30(C).030 Conditional Uses (a) The following uses may be conditionally allowed on the ground floor in the GF ground floor combining district, subject to issuance of a conditional use permit in accord with Chapter 18.76 (Permits and Approvals) and with the additional finding required by subsection (b), subject to restrictions in Section 18.40.160: Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 814 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 24 0160198_20260604_ay16 (1) Business or trade school; (2) Commercial recreation over 5,000 square feet in gross floor area or with frontage on University Avenue; (3) Day care; (4) General business service; (5) All other uses conditionally permitted in the applicable underlying district, provided such uses are not on the ground floor. (b a) The director may grant a conditional use permit under this section only if he or she makes the following findings in addition to the subject to the findings required by Chapter 18.76 (Permits and Approvals) and a finding that: (1) The location, access or design of the ground floor space of the existing building housing the proposed use, creates exceptional or extraordinary circumstances or conditions applicable to the property involved that do not apply generally to property in the same district. (2) Tthe proposed use will not be determined to the retail environment or the pedestrian-oriented design support the objectives of the GF combining district. (c b) Any use conditionally permitted pursuant to this section shall be effective only during the existence of the building that created the exceptional circumstance upon which present when the finding set forth in subsection (b) was made. Table 1 P Permitted Use • CUP Conditional Use Permit Required (GF) Subject to regulations in: EDUCATIONAL, RELIGIOUS, AND ASSEMBLY USES Business or trade school CUP OFFICE USES Neighborhood-serving offices, except fronting University Avenue. P 18.30(C).030(b) RECREATION USES Commercial recreation, up to 5,000 sq. ft. P Commercial recreation, more than 5,000 sq. ft. CUP Commercial recreation, fronting University Avenue CUP RETAIL USES Automobile showrooms P Bars CUP 18.42.090 Eating and drinking services, except drive-through services P 18.42.090 Retail financial services, except drive-through services. P Retail services P SERVICE USES Animal care, daytime P Day care centers CUP Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 815 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 25 0160198_20260604_ay16 General business service CUP Personal services P Theaters P Travel Agencies P OTHER All other uses permitted in the underlying commercial district, provided they are not located on a ground floor. CUP See underlying district regulations 18.30(C).035030 Design Standards (a) Where the GF combining district is combined with the CD-C subdistrict, the following design standards shall apply: (a) (1) Window Transparency. Exterior windows on the ground floor shall use transparent glazing to the extent feasible. Low-e glass or minimal tinting to achieve sun control is permitted, so long as the glazing appears transparent when viewed from the ground level. (b) (2) Visual Access. Window coverings are not permitted on the ground floor during typical business hours. Where operations preclude transparency (e.g., theaters) or where privacy requires window coverings, sidewalk-facing frontage shall include items of visual interest including displays of merchandise or artwork; visual access shall be provided to a minimum depth of 3 feet. (b) Neighborhood-Serving Office Uses on University Avenue. Ground-floor neighborhood- serving office uses may be located in the rear of lots with frontage on University Avenue or fronting on side streets, if one of the following conditions are met: (1) Retail or retail-like uses occupy a minimum 50-foot depth of the ground floor, as measured from the back of sidewalk on University Avenue, and occupy the full extent of the University Avenue building frontage, excluding required utilities, driveways, pedestrian access and residential lobby; or (2) For buildings that do not have tenant spaces within 50 feet of University Avenue (e.g., flag lots, deep setbacks), neighborhood-serving offices are located a minimum of 50 feet from University Avenue, as measured from the back of sidewalk. [. . .] 18.30(C).050 Waivers and adjustments. (a) The following shall be grounds for a request for waiver or adjustment of this Chapter: (1) Economic Hardship. An applicant may request that the requirements of this Chapter be adjusted or waived upon a showing that strict application would result in an unreasonable financial impact on the property. (2) Alternative Viable Use. An applicant may request that the requirements of this Chapter 18.30(A) be adjusted or waived based on a showing that: the permitted retail or retail-like use is not viable; the proposed alternative use will support the purposes of the combining Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 816 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 26 0160198_20260604_ay16 district and Comprehensive Plan land use designation; and the proposed use will encourage active pedestrian-oriented activity and connections. (b) Documentation. The applicant shall bear the burden of presenting substantial evidence to support a waiver or modification request under this section and shall set forth in detail the factual and/or legal basis for the claim, including all supporting technical documentation. Any request under this section shall be submitted to the Planning and Development Services Director together with the fee specified in the municipal fee schedule and an economic analysis or other supporting documentation. A request under this section shall be acted upon by the City Council. SECTION 10. Section 18.38.030 (Permitted Uses) of Chapter 18.38 (PC Planned Community District Regulations) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through): 18.38.030 Permitted uses. Any use may be permitted in any specific PC district; provided: (a) Such such use is shall be specifically listed as a permitted use and shall be located and conducted in accord with the approved development plan and other applicable regulations adopted pursuant to this chapter to govern each specific PC district; or (b) Except for uses identified as being part of a PC community benefit, the Director may determine that an unlisted use is materially similar to a listed use in the specific PC district and may be allowed in the same extent and subject to the same standards as a listed permitted use, if it has: (1) Similar impacts on the neighborhood such as traffic generation, deliveries, noise and lighting as listed uses; and (2) Similar characteristics such as building type, site arrangement, floor area, number of employees, indoor and/or outdoor uses, customer traffic, equipment use, hours of operation, parking, vehicle trips and signage as listed uses. SECTION 11. Section 18.40.180 (Retail Preservation) of Chapter 18.40 (General Standards and Exceptions) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.40.180 Retail Preservation (a) Conversion of Retail and Retail-Like Uses Prohibited. (1) Any ground floor Retail or Retail-Like use permitted or operating as of March 2, 2015 may be replaced only by another Retail or Retail-Like use, as permitted in the applicable district. (A) A ground floor Retail or Retail-Like use in the RT-35 district on properties with frontage on Alma Street between Channing Avenue and Lincoln Avenue may additionally be replaced by a Private Educational Facility use, provided that such use shall not be thereafter replaced by an Office use. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 817 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 27 0160198_20260604_ay16 (B) This subsection shall not apply to the following zoning districts: (I) Residential zones: RM-30, RM-40, NV-R3, NV-R4 (II) Office/manufacturing zones, except within the San Antonio Road Area Plan area: ROLM, ROLM(E), RP, RP(5), GM [. . .] SECTION 12. Section 18.42.090 (Alcoholic Beverages) of Chapter 18.42 (Standards for Special Uses) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code are hereby amended and Section 18.42.130 (Animal Care) is hereby added as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.42.090 Alcoholic Beverages (a) Purpose This subsection establishes permit requirements and standards for establishments with alcoholic beverage sales or service. (b) Licensing Establishments with alcoholic beverage sales or service shall comply with all applicable regulations of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. (c) Permits Required Table 1 shows permits required for alcoholic beverage service depending on the use classification and type of alcohol service. Table 1 Permits Required for Alcoholic Beverage Services Use Classification Beer and Wine Distilled Spirits Eating and Drinking Service P P Bar CUP CUP (a) Conditional Use Permit Required in Tandem with On-Sale License In any district where otherwise permitted by this title, any eating and drinking establishment or other use having any part of its operation subject to an on-sale license required by the State of California shall be subject to securing a conditional use permit. (b) Conditional Use Permit Required with New On-Sale License A conditional use permit shall be obtained in the case of premises for which no conditional use permit is in force, whenever a new on-sale license is required by the State of California. (c)(d) Amendment to Conditional Use Permit Required with Expansion In the case of premises for which a conditional use permit is in force, which permits the sale of alcohol, but Table 1 permits less restrictive requirements, an administrative amendment to such permit shall be required whenever such use is intensified or is expanded in square footage. (d)(e) Amendment to Conditional Use Permit Required with New On-Sale License In the case of premises for which a conditional use permit is in force, but such use permit does not permit sales of alcohol, compliance with the permit level identified in Table 1 an amendment to such permit shall be required whenever a new on-sale license is required by the State of California. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 818 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 28 0160198_20260604_ay16 (e)(f) Alcohol Service in Parklets on Rights-of-Way Establishments that are allowed by the city to serve alcohol for onsite consumption by issuance of a conditional use permit (“CUP”) as required in pursuant to this section or as a legal nonconforming use, and that have both an on-sale license from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”) and are duly authorized by ABC to serve alcohol in outdoor areas, shall be allowed to serve alcohol for onsite consumption without an amendment of the CUP in parklets on public property approved via permit per PAMC Chapter 12.11 or other outdoor uses approved via permit per any other relevant section of the PAMC. Outdoor alcohol service shall be in full compliance with all applicable regulations, including ABC regulations, as may be amended. (g) Findings. To approve a CUP for alcoholic beverage sales or service, the decision-making body must make the following findings: (1) The applicant has not operated a licensed establishment that has been the subject of violations regarding alcohol, or violations of public safety or nuisance statutes or regulations in Palo Alto. In making this finding, the decision-making body may consider the number, frequency, and severity of prior violations, the time elapsed since the last violation, and other relevant factors; and (2) At least one of the following: (A) The proposed establishment will promote the City’s economic health, contribute to Comprehensive Plan or area plan policies, or further the zoning district purpose; or (B) The economic benefits associated with the establishment could not reasonably be achieved without the proposed alcohol sales or service. (h) Operational Conditions. Owners and operators of Bars or Eating and Drinking Services with alcohol beverage service must meet the following performance standards: (1) Hours. Hours of operation are subject to review and amendment by the review authority as necessary to avoid detriment to the neighborhood or to achieve conformance with revised City of Palo Alto standards or policies. (2) Preventing Disturbances. The owner or operator of the establishment shall take reasonable measures to prevent disturbances by patrons in the immediate vicinity. Such measures shall include: (A) Signs reminding patrons of nearby sensitive receptors, such as residences, and requests not to congregate or loiter near such residences nor operate vehicles in a noisy manner on public streets; and (B) Sightlines to public areas near the establishment, keeping public areas free of trash and litter, providing lighting, and otherwise preventing conduct that might disturb the peace and quiet of residences in the vicinity. (C) The operator shall assume reasonable responsibility for ensuring that patrons do not block the entrance or interfere with pedestrian activity on the adjacent public sidewalk. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 819 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 29 0160198_20260604_ay16 (3) Training. All employees selling and/or serving alcoholic beverages, or directly supervising such sales and/or service, shall finish the Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs program, or another equivalent program offered or certified by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control within 90 days of employment at the establishment. Employees who have finished the course within the last 12 months are exempt from this requirement. [. . .] 18.42.130 Animal Care (a) Purpose Conform with State licensing requirements and City regulations, regulate operations, and ensure compatibility with other allowed uses in the applicable zoning district. (b) Performance Standards Animal Care uses shall be subject to the following standards. Animal care uses subject to a conditional use permit may be required to meet additional standards such as hours of operation, drop-off and pick-up regulations, fencing and privacy standards, in particular for businesses with outdoor uses when adjacent to residential or other sensitive uses. (1) Animal Control Permit. The facility shall maintain a valid permit with Animal Control at all times, if required, and follow the guidelines of said permit all times. (2) Nuisances and noise. The business shall be operated in a manner to protect any nearby properties from excessive noise, odors, lighting or other nuisances from any sources during the business hours. Noise levels emanating from the use shall not exceed the maximum level established in Chapter 9.10. (3) Interior materials. The interior building surfaces of indoor housing facilities shall be constructed and maintained so that they are substantially impervious to moisture and may be readily sanitized. (4) Drainage. Adequate drainage facilities shall be installed and maintained to facilitate proper sanitation and disposal of natural precipitation and water used to clean the facility. (5) Ventilation. Indoor housing facilities shall be adequately ventilated to provide for the health and comfort of the animals at all times. Such facilities shall be provided with fresh air either by means of windows, doors, vents, or air conditioning and shall be ventilated so as to minimize drafts, odors, and moisture condensation. (6) Waste. Provision shall be made for the removal and disposal of animal and food wastes, bedding, dead animals, and debris, in accordance with applicable laws. Disposal facilities shall be covered and operated as to minimize odors and disease hazards. SECTION 13. Sections 18.52.030 (Basic Parking Requirements), 18.52.040 (Off-Street Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 820 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 30 0160198_20260604_ay16 Parking, Loading and Bicycle Facility Requirements), and 18.52.050 (Adjustments by the Director) of Chapter 18.52 (Parking and Loading Requirements) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code are hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 18.52.030 Basic Parking Regulations [. . .] (i) Transportation Demand Management Plan (1) Requirement for TDM Plan: A Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Plan to reduce and manage the number of single-occupant motor vehicle trips generated by the project shall be prepared and submitted by the applicant in the following circumstances: A. For all projects that generate 50 or more net new weekday (AM or PM peak hour) or weekend peak hour trips; or B. For all projects claiming a reduction in net new trips due to proximity to public transit, exclusive of subsection (D); or the implementation of a TDM plan; and C. For all projects requesting a parking reduction, except a retail or retail-like use proposing an addition of less than 1,500 sq. ft. or change of use to other retail or retail-like; or D. For all projects with reduced parking pursuant to California Government Code Section 65863.2 (AB 2097, 2022), except a retail or retail-like use proposing an addition of less than 1,500 sq. ft. or change of use to other retail or retail-like. (2) The Director shall have the authority to adopt guidelines for preparing TDM plans and when applicable shall coordinate such guidelines with the Transportation Management Association. [. . .] 18.52.040 Off-Street Parking, Loading and Bicycle Facility Requirements [. . .] (c) Tables 1, 2, 3 and 34: Parking, Bicycle, and Loading Requirements Tables 1, 2 and 23 below outline vehicle and bicycle parking requirements in general and for Parking Assessment Districts, respectively. Where bicycle parking standards differ from California Green Building Standards for bicycle parking, the more stringent standards shall apply. Table 34 outlines loading requirements for each land use. For mixed-use projects, the requirements for each land use shall be applied and required for the overall project. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 821 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 31 0160198_20260604_ay16 Table 1 Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements Use Vehicle Parking Requirement (# of spaces) Bicycle Parking Requirement Spaces Class 1 Long Term (LT) and Short Term (ST) … Eating and Drinking Services: (a) With drive-through drive-in or take-out facilities 1 per 200 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus minimum queue line for 10 cars, subject to further evaluation for higher demand drive- through uses. 3 per 100 sq. ft. of gross floor area 3 per 400 sf 40% - LT 60% - ST (b) All othersFull Service 1 space for each 15060 sq. ft. gross floor area sq. ft. of public service area, plus 1 space for each 200 gross sq. ft. for all other areas. 1 per 600 sf of public service area, plus 1 per 2,000 sf for other areas 40% - LT 60% - ST (c) Limited Service 1 space for each 250 sq. ft. gross floor area 1 per 2,000 sf 40% - LT 60% - ST (d) Bars 1 space for each 150 sq. ft. gross floor area 1 per 1,000 sf 40% - LT 60% - ST [. . .] 4. For residential mixed-use developments in the CD-C zone, CC(2) zone, on CN and CS zoned sites abutting El Camino Real, and on CS zoned sites abutting San Antonio Antonia Road between Middlefield Road and East Charleston Road, the first 1,500 square feet of ground-floor retail uses shall not be counted toward the vehicle parking requirement. [. . .] Table 2 Minimum Off-Street Parking Requirements for Parking Assessment Districts Use Vehicle Parking Requirement (# of spaces) 1 For Downtown University Avenue Parking Assessment District: Residential Uses See Table 1 All Other Uses 1 per 250 square feet For California Avenue Parking Assessment District: Residential Uses See Table 1 Hotel/Motel/Inn See Table 1 All Other Uses 1 per 250 square feet 1. For residential mixed-use developments in the CD-C zone, CC(2) zone, and on CN and CS zoned sites abutting El Camino Real, the first 1,500 square feet of ground-floor retail uses shall not be counted toward the vehicle parking requirement. Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 822 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 32 0160198_20260604_ay16 [. . .] Table 23 Minimum Off-Street Bicycle Parking Requirements for Parking Assessment Districts (IF USE IS NOT LISTED, REFER TO TABLE 1 FOR REQUIREMENTS) Use Vehicle Parking Requirement (# of spaces) Bicycle Parking Requirement Class1 Spaces For Downtown University Avenue Parking Assessment District: All uses (except residential) 2 1 per 250 square feet 1 per 2,500 square feet 40% - LT 60% - ST Residential Uses See Table 1 For California Avenue Parking Assessment District: Automobile Service Stations 1 per 310 square feet of gross enclosed floor area, plus queue capacity equivalent to the service capacity of gasoline pumps 1 per 10 employees 100%-ST Automotive Services 1 per 150 square feet of gross floor area, display, or storage on site 1 per 10 employees 100%-ST Eating and Drinking Services: (a) With drive-through drive-in or take-out facilities 3 per 100 sf of gross floor area 3 per 400 sf 40% - LT 60%-ST (b) All others 1 per 155 sf of gross floor area 1 per 1,550 sf Financial services: (a) Bank, savings and loan offices with 7,500 square feet of floor area or less: 1 per 180 sf of gross floor area 1 per 1,800 sf 40%-LT 60% - ST (b) Banks, savings and loan offices with more than 7,500 square feet of floor area: 1 per 310 sf of gross floor area (c) Others 1 per 180 sf of gross floor area 1 per 1,800 sf General Business Services: (a) Enclosed 1 per 360 sf of gross floor area 1 per 3,600 sf 80%- LT 20%- ST (b) Open lot 1 per 500 sf of sales, display or storage site area 1 per 5,000 sf 100%- ST Medical, professional, and general business offices 1 per 310 sf of gross floor area 1 per 3,100 sf 60%-LT 40% - ST Personal Services 1 per 450 sf of gross floor area 1 per 4,500 sf 20% - LT 80% - ST Retail: Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 823 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 33 0160198_20260604_ay16 (a) Intensive 1 per 240 sf of gross floor area 1 per 2,400 sf 20%-LT 80% -ST (b) Extensive 1 per 350 sf of gross floor area 1 per 3,500 sf (c) Open lot 1 for each 500 square feet of sales, display, or storage site area. 1 per 5,000 sf 100%-ST OTHER USES Any use not specified See Table 1 1. Long Term (LT) and Short Term (ST) bicycle spaces as described in Section 18.54.060 . 2. For residential mixed-use developments in the CD-C zone, CC(2) zone, and on CN and CS zoned sites abutting El Camino Real, the first 1,500 square feet of ground-floor retail uses shall not be counted toward the vehicle parking requirement. Table 34 Minimum Off-Street Loading Requirements [. . .] 18.52.050 Adjustments by the Director Automobile parking and off-street loading requirements prescribed by this chapter may be adjusted by the director in the following instances and in accord with the prescribed limitations in Table 4, when in his/her opinion such adjustment will be consistent with the purposes of this chapter, will not create undue impact on existing or potential uses adjoining the site or in the general vicinity, and will be commensurate with the reduced parking demand created by the development, including for visitors and accessory facilities where appropriate. No reductions may be granted that would result in provision of less than ten (10) spaces on a site. The following are adjustments that apply to developments not located within a parking assessment district. Adjustments within the parking assessment districts are contained in Section 18.52.080. The decision of the regarding parking adjustments may be appealed as set forth in Chapter 18.78 (Appeals). Table 4 Allowable Parking Adjustments Purpose of Adjustment Amount of Adjustment Maximum Reduction 2 [. . .] [. . .] [. . .] Combined Parking Adjustments Parking reductions may be granted for any combination of the above circumstances as prescribed by this chapter, subject to limitations on the combined total reduction allowed. 3060% reduction of the total parking demand otherwise required 40% reduction for affordable housing projects [. . .] [. . .] [. . .] Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 824 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 34 0160198_20260604_ay16 1. See Section 18.52.050(d) below regarding requirements for TDM programs. 2. No parking reductions may be granted that would result in provision of less than ten (10) parking spaces on site. 2. 3. No parking reductions may be granted for projects that are entitled to the reduced parking standards in Table 1 of Section 18.52.040 for senior housing. 3. 4. Applies to 100% affordable housing projects and the residential component of 100% affordable housing mixed-use projects. "100% affordable housing" as used herein means a multiple-family housing project consisting entirely of affordable units, as defined in Section 16.65.020 of this code, available only to households with income levels at or below 120% of the area median income, as defined in Chapter 16.65, except for a building manager's unit. (a) Combining Parking Adjustments Parking reduc ons may be granted for any combina on of circumstances, prescribed by this chapter, so long as in total no more than a 3060% reduc on of the total parking demand otherwise required occurs, or no less than a 40% reduc on for affordable housing projects (including Single Room Occupancy (SRO) units). [. . .] SECTION 14. Section 18.76.015 (Additional Findings for Specified Retail Uses) of Chapter 18.76 (Permits and Approvals) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby deleted in its entirety. SECTION 15. Section 16.59.040 (Exemptions) of Chapter 16.59 (Citywide Transportation Impact Fee) of Title 16 (Building Regulations) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code are hereby amended as follows (additions underlined; deletions struck-through; text omitted but unchanged noted by bracketed ellipses): 16.59.040 Exemptions. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to: (a) City buildings or structures. (b) Public school buildings or structures. (c) Affordable units, either for sale or rental, that exceed the minimum number required for projects under the city's below market rate (BMR) housing program or other provisions of this code, which units are, by recordable means, obligated to be and remain affordable units for a period consistent with the requirements of Section 16.65.075(c) of this code. (d) Day care centers used for childcare, nursery school or preschool education. (e) Accessory dwelling units (ADU). (f) Junior accessory dwelling units (JADU). (g) Retail service, eating and drinking service, personal service, or automotive service when the total additional square footage is 1,500 square feet or less. This exemption shall apply only when the additional square footage of new development does not exceed 1,500 Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 825 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 35 0160198_20260604_ay16 square feet. New development that is larger than 1,500 square feet shall pay a fee for all square footage, including the first 1,500 square feet. (h) (g) New development which is exempt from the fee by virtue of the Constitution of the United States or California or by virtue of other applicable state or federal law. SECTION 16. If any section, subsection, clause or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion or sections of the Ordinance. The Council hereby declares that it should have adopted the Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase thereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid. SECTION 17. The Council finds that the Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the foregoing amendments to reduce retail vacancies will have a significant effect on the environment. // // // // // // // // // // // // // // Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 826 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 36 0160198_20260604_ay16 SECTION 18. This Ordinance shall be effective from the thirty-first day after the date of its adoption. Once effective, this Ordinance shall repeal Ordinance no. 5642. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSTENTIONS: ABSENT: ATTEST: APPROVED: __________________________ City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: __________________________ Assistant City Attorney _________________________ Mayor _________________________ City Manager __________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 827 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 37 0160198_20260604_ay16 Exhibit A (Remove Ground Floor (GF) Combining District) Charleston Shopping Center Midtown Shopping District Item 21 Attachment A - 2026 Retail Vitality Ordinance Item 21: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 828 of 1165 City Council Staff Report Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: City Clerk Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2606-6449 TITLE SECOND READING: Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to Allow Certain Signs in Conjunction with Parklets (FIRST READING: June 1, 2025; PASSED: 6-1, Lu no) BACKGROUND The City Council heard this item on June 1, 2026 for a first reading and approved it on a 6-1, Lu no vote. No changes were made to the ordinance, and it is now before the City Council for a second reading. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to Allow Certain Signs in Conjunction with Parklets APPROVED BY: Mahealani Ah Yun, City Clerk Item 22 Item 22 Staff Report Item 22: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 829 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 158_20260521_ts24 Ordinance No. _____ Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to Allow Certain Signs in Conjunction with Parklets The Council of the City of Palo Alto does ORDAIN as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. The City authorizes parklets for outdoor dining and other uses in PAMC Chapter 12.11. B. The City Council now desires to allow duly permitted parklet permittees to post certain kinds of signs in conjunction with a parklet without certain design reviews or toward counting toward maximum sign area or number limits. SECTION 2. Subsection (c) is hereby added to section 16.20.160 (Special Purpose Signs) of Chapter 16.20 (Signs) of Title 16 (Building Regulations) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to read as follows: (c) Parklet Permit Required for Certain Parklet Signs. Signs for the special purposes set forth in this subsection (c) are permitted as provided herein without design review or permit issued under this Chapter as long as: (1) the applicable regulations for the parklet allow for one or more types of the signs below; (2) the sign(s) meet all requirements under PAMC Chapter 12.11 and its applicable regulations; and (3) the sign(s) (including design, placement, size, and any other requirements) are approved by valid parklet permit issued under PAMC Chapter 12.11. (1) One wall sign affixed to or painted on the parklet. A sign in compliance with this subsection shall not be in violation of PAMC section 16.20.130 and shall not count toward any limits on number or area of signs in section 16.20.130 (Wall signs) or 16.20.170 (Combinations of signs). (2) One freestanding sign. A sign in compliance with this subsection shall not be in violation of PAMC section 16.20.100(a) and shall not count toward any limits on number or area of signs in section 16.20.120 (Freestanding signs) or 16.20.170 (Combinations of signs). SECTION 3. Severability. If any provision, clause, sentence or paragraph of this ordinance, or the application to any person or circumstances, shall be held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application and, to this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be severable. SECTION 4. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be effective on the 31st day after adoption. Item 22 Attachment A - Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to Allow Certain Signs in Conjunction with Parklets Item 22: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 830 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 158_20260521_ts24 SECTION 5. CEQA. The City Council finds and determines that this categorically exempt under CEQA regulation 15303 (new construction or conversion of small structures). INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSTENTIONS: ABSENT: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director, Public Works ____________________________ Director, Planning & Development Services Item 22 Attachment A - Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Amending the Sign Code (PAMC section 16.20.160) to Allow Certain Signs in Conjunction with Parklets Item 22: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 831 of 1165 CITY COUNCIL Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: CONSENT CALENDAR Lead Department: Planning and Development Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #: 2606-6432 TITLE SECOND READING and Adoption of Temporary Ordinances Implementing Senate Bill (SB) 79, and Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Historic Resource Sites and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Eligible Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 and Authorizing Corresponding Zoning Map Updates. CEQA Status: Exempt Under Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2). RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Conduct second reading and adopt the temporary ordinance excluding historic resources designated on the City’s local register as of January 1, 2025, from development standards otherwise applicable under SB 79, through one year following adoption of the City’s 7th Cycle housing Element; 2. Conduct second reading and adopt the temporary ordinance establishing development standards for all TOD-eligible parcels subject to SB 79 at 50 percent of the otherwise allowable development capacity authorized under State law, and simultaneously exempting those properties from default SB 79 standards through one year following adoption of the City’s 7th Cycle Housing Element; 3. Introduce and adopt an interim urgency ordinance excluding historic resources designated as of January 1, 2025, from the development standards otherwise applicable under SB 79 and authorize corresponding zoning map updates; and 4. Introduce and adopt an interim urgency ordinance establishing interim TOD Combining District development standards for TOD-eligible parcels subject to SB 79 at 50 percent of the otherwise allowable development capacity authorized under State law, exempting those properties from default SB 79 standards, and authorizing corresponding zoning map updates. Item 23 Item 23 Staff Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 832 of 1165 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND Item 23 Item 23 Staff Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 833 of 1165 The ordinance establishes interim development standards including: A maximum FAR of 1.75:1 for sites within one-quarter mile of a transit stop; A maximum FAR of 1.5:1 for sites between one-quarter mile and one-half mile of a transit stop; A maximum FAR of 2.25:1 for sites adjacent (within 200 feet) of a transit stop; Minimum setbacks consisting of 10-foot front and rear setbacks and four-foot side setbacks unless otherwise prescribed by the underlying zone; and Daylight plane standards beginning at a height of 16 feet and extending at a 45-degree angle when the subject property is adjacent to low-density residential zoning districts. 1, ordinances adopted through the standard process are generally subject to a 30-day referendum period and would not become effective until July 16, 2026. SB 79 comes into effect on July 1, 2026, resulting in a gap during which the City would lack locally adopted implementing measures if urgency ordinances were not adopted. Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 2.04 and Government Code Section 65858 independently authorize the City Council to adopt emergency/interim urgency ordinances necessary to preserve the public peace, health, or safety, and to address current and immediate threats to the public health, safety, and welfare, respectively. Staff therefore prepared companion urgency ordinances to ensure continuity of local implementation measures during the period between SB 79’s effective date and the effective date of the temporary ordinances. The urgency ordinance contains findings that implementation of the default SB 79 standards without interim local regulations would create increased demands on public infrastructure, transportation systems, and bicycle and pedestrian circulation facilities in a manner for which the City cannot adequately plan at this time. Similar findings are included in the version of the temporary ordinance presented here for second reading. If the City Council adopts the temporary and interim urgency ordinances, staff will: 1 Council Staff Report and Supplemental Memo (June 1, 2026), available at: https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=18727 Item 23 Item 23 Staff Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 834 of 1165 Submit the adopted ordinances to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) as required by SB 79; Update the City’s zoning maps to identify excluded historic resource sites and TOD Combining District sites; Over the next six to twelve months, prepare implementing ordinances to codify the temporary ordinance while exploring opportunities to accelerate housing production on California Avenue and adjacent areas on El Camino Real; and Continue work related to the Downtown Housing Plan, engaging the SB 79 / Downtown Housing Plan Ad Hoc as appropriate on related next steps. Staff will continue monitoring guidance issued by HCD and any future amendments to SB 79 currently under consideration by the California Legislature. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT The adoption of the temporary and interim urgency ordinances would not result in additional fiscal impacts beyond existing staff resources currently allocated to SB 79 implementation and the Downtown Housing Plan work program. Preparation of permanent implementing ordinances and any future TOD Alternative Plan may require additional consultant support and future appropriations, which staff would return to the City Council to request as appropriate. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT The City Council previously considered the implementation approaches during publicly noticed hearings and through discussions with the SB 79 / Downtown Housing Plan Ad Hoc Committee. The urgency ordinances are intended to implement the policy direction previously provided by the City Council and maintain continuity in local implementation measures pending adoption of permanent ordinances and future community engagement processes. Staff will continue outreach and engagement efforts associated with the Downtown Housing Plan and future permanent zoning ordinance amendments. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW The actions recommended in this report are exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2) because they involve ordinances that make the City’s zoning code consistent with the provisions of SB 79 by implementing Government Code Section 65912.161(b) and by amending the zoning map to indicate sites that are not subject to Government Code Section 65912.157. Item 23 Item 23 Staff Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 835 of 1165 ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 23 Item 23 Staff Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 836 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160194_20260604_ay16 Ordinance No. _____ Temporary Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Excluding from the Effect of Government Code Section 65912.157 Those Properties Designated as Local Historic Resources Pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 16.49 and Amending the Zoning Map (Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.08.040) The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. On October 10, 2025, the Governor of the State of California signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), which adopted California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162 and requires local agencies, effective July 1, 2026, to permit high density residential development in designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones within one-half mile of certain TOD stops. B. There are three TOD zones in Palo Alto, centered on the Palo Alto, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road Caltrain stations. C. California Government Code section 65912.157 sets forth residential development standards that apply to housing development projects within TOD zones, such as a height of 75 feet, density of 120 dwelling units per acre, and floor area ratio of 3.5 for projects within one-quarter mile of a Caltrain station. D. Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), permits local agencies to exclude certain properties from compliance with Government Code section 65912.157 by adopting an ordinance implementing SB 79, including: a. A site that permits density and residential floor area ratio at no less than 50 percent of the standards specified under Government Code section 65912.157. b. Sites with a historic resource designated as of January 1, 2025, on a local register. E. The City Council desire to adopt an ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, excluding sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.49. F. SB 79 charges the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with promulgating regulations relating to the bill by July 1, 2026. SB 79 further chargers metropolitan planning organizations with creating maps of TOD stops and zones in accordance with HCD guidance. G. HCD issued a set of “advisory clarifications on definitions for Metropolitan Planning Organizations” on March 23, 2026. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Item 23 Attachment A - Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 Historic Resources Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 837 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160194_20260604_ay16 the metropolitan planning organization for the San Francisco Bay Area, released preliminary draft maps on April 8, 2026. H. Due to the short time between the issuance of guidance from HCD and MTC and the July 1, 2026 effective date of Government Code section 65912.157, there is insufficient time for the amendments to the zoning map proposed in this ordinance to be presented for review by the Planning and Transportation Commission. I. The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones, including projects that would result in the loss of historic resources. Accordingly, pursuant to PAMC section 18.80.090, the City Council adopts this ordinance as a temporary measure to preserve the public health, safety, or welfare. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b)(1), sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory as of January 1, 2025 are hereby temporarily excluded from the application of Government Code section 65912.157. These sites shall be excluded until one year following the adoption of the City’s seventh cycle Housing Element. SECTION 3. The Director of Planning and Development Services is hereby authorized and directed to update Section 18.08.040 (the Zoning Map) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to indicate which sites within the TOD zones are and are not covered by Government Code section 65912.157, including sites excluded pursuant to this Ordinance. SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 5. The Council finds that the Ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code section 65912.160, subdivision (c)(2), because it makes the City’s zoning code consistent with the provisions of SB 79 by implementing Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b) and amending the zoning map to indicate which sites are and are not subject to Government Code section 65912.157. // // // Item 23 Attachment A - Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 Historic Resources Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 838 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160194_20260604_ay16 SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall be effective on the 31st day following its adoption and shall expire on July 1, 2027 unless extended or superseded. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 23 Attachment A - Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 Historic Resources Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 839 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160195_20260604_ay16 Ordinance No. _____ Temporary Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Adding Section 18.14.070 to the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Create the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District and Excluding from the Effect of Government Code Section 65912.157 Those Properties that Permit Density and Floor Area Ratio at No Less Than 50% of the Standards in the Government Code and Amending the Zoning Map (Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.08.040) The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. On October 10, 2025, the Governor of the State of California signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), which adopted California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162 and requires local agencies, effective July 1, 2026, to permit high density residential development in designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones within one-half mile of certain TOD stops. B. There are three TOD zones in Palo Alto, centered on the Palo Alto, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road Caltrain stations. C. California Government Code section 65912.157 sets forth residential development standards that apply to housing development projects within TOD zones, such as a height of 75 feet, density of 120 dwelling units per acre, and floor area ratio of 3.5 for projects within one-quarter mile of a Caltrain station. D. Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), permits local agencies to exclude certain properties from compliance with Government Code section 65912.157 by adopting an ordinance implementing SB 79, including: a. A site that permits density and residential floor area ratio at no less than 50 percent of the standards specified under Government Code section 65912.157. b. Sites with a historic resource designated as of January 1, 2025, on a local register. E. The City Council desire to adopt an ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, excluding sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.49. F. SB 79 charges the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with promulgating regulations relating to the bill by July 1, 2026. SB 79 further chargers metropolitan planning organizations with creating maps of TOD stops and zones in accordance with HCD guidance. Item 23 Attachment B - Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 840 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160195_20260604_ay16 G. HCD issued a set of “advisory clarifications on definitions for Metropolitan Planning Organizations” on March 23, 2026. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), the metropolitan planning organization for the San Francisco Bay Area, released preliminary draft maps on April 8, 2026. H. Due to the short time between the issuance of guidance from HCD and MTC and the July 1, 2026 effective date of Government Code section 65912.157, there is insufficient time for the amendments to the zoning map proposed in this ordinance to be presented for review by the Planning and Transportation Commission. I. The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones that the City has not already identified as being suitable locations for higher-density development, allow densities that would create unanticipated strain on public infrastructure and cause additional points of conflict between vehicles and bicycles or pedestrians in the affected areas. Existing infrastructure, including but not limited to water supply for fire suppression, stormwater management to reduce flooding, and wastewater mains will require significant increases in capacity to serve high density development in the TOD zones that may not be fully funded by proposed development under current standards. The rezoning and exclusion actions set forth in this ordinance would reduce these impacts for a temporary period, during which the City may plan for increased demands on infrastructure and transportation resources. Accordingly, pursuant to PAMC section 18.80.090, the City Council adopts this ordinance as a temporary measure to preserve the public health, safety, or welfare. SECTION 2. Section 18.14.070 (Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District) of Chapter 18.14 (Housing Incentives) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby added to read: 18.14.070 Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District (a) Purpose. The purpose of the TOD Combining District is to implement Senate Bill 79 (2025), California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162. For purposes of this section, definitions in California Government Code section 65912.156 shall apply. (b) Applicability. The TOD Combining District shall apply to all sites within a TOD zone, except: (1) sites owned by the City of Palo Alto and (2) sites excluded by ordinance from the effect of Government Code section 65912.157 because they were designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory as of January 1, 2025. (c) Development Standards. Transit-oriented housing development projects may elect to utilize the following development standards in-lieu of the standards set forth in the underlying district. Except as provided herein, the standards in the underlying district shall apply: (1) For sites within ¼ mile of a TOD stop, unless the underlying district is more permissive: Item 23 Attachment B - Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 841 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160195_20260604_ay16 Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio 1.75:1 Minimum setbacks (feet) Front and rear 10 Side 4 Daylight Plane for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) Initial height: 16 feet, measured at the property line Slope: 45 degrees Maximum density None Minimum density Greater of: 30 du/ac or 5 units Maximum site coverage 70% (2) For sites further than ¼ mile but within ½ mile of a TOD stop, unless the underlying district is more permissive: Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio 1.5:1 Minimum setbacks (feet) Front and rear 10 Side 4 Daylight Plane for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) Initial height: 16 feet, measured at the property line Slope: 45 degrees Maximum density None Minimum density Greater of: 30 du/ac or 5 units Maximum site coverage 70% (3) For sites adjacent to a TOD stop, Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio shall be the greater of 2.25 or the FAR provided in the underlying zone. SECTION 3. Pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b)(1), sites subject to the TOD Combining District are hereby temporarily excluded from the application of Government Code section 65912.157. These sites shall be excluded until one year following the adoption of the City’s seventh cycle Housing Element. SECTION 4. The Director of Planning and Development Services is hereby authorized and directed to update Section 18.08.040 (the Zoning Map) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to indicate which sites within the TOD zones are and are not covered by Government Code section 65912.157, including sites excluded pursuant to this Ordinance. Item 23 Attachment B - Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 842 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 4 0160195_20260604_ay16 SECTION 5. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 6. The Council finds that the Ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code section 65912.160, subdivision (c)(2), because it makes the City’s zoning code consistent with the provisions of SB 79 as set forth in Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), and by amending the zoning map to indicate which sites are and are not subject to Government Code section 65912.157. SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall be effective on the 31st day following its adoption and shall expire on July 1, 2027 unless extended or superseded. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 23 Attachment B - Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 843 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160196_20260604_ay16 Ordinance No. _____ Interim Urgency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Excluding from the Effect of Government Code Section 65912.157 Those Properties Designated as Local Historic Resources Pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code Chapter 16.49 and Amending the Zoning Map (Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.08.040) The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. On October 10, 2025, the Governor of the State of California signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), which adopted California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162 and requires local agencies, effective July 1, 2026, to permit high density residential development in designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones within one-half mile of certain TOD stops. B. There are three TOD zones in Palo Alto, centered on the Palo Alto, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road Caltrain stations. C. California Government Code section 65912.157 sets forth residential development standards that apply to housing development projects within TOD zones, such as a height of 75 feet, density of 120 dwelling units per acre, and floor area ratio of 3.5 for projects within one-quarter mile of a Caltrain station. D. Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), permits local agencies to exclude certain properties from compliance with Government Code section 65912.157 by adopting an ordinance implementing SB 79, including: a. A site that permits density and residential floor area ratio at no less than 50 percent of the standards specified under Government Code section 65912.157. b. Sites with a historic resource designated as of January 1, 2025, on a local register. E. The City Council desire to adopt an ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, excluding sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.49. F. SB 79 charges the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with promulgating regulations relating to the bill by July 1, 2026. SB 79 further chargers metropolitan planning organizations with creating maps of TOD stops and zones in accordance with HCD guidance. G. HCD issued a set of “advisory clarifications on definitions for Metropolitan Planning Organizations” on March 23, 2026. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Item 23 Attachment C - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 Historic Resources Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 844 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160196_20260604_ay16 the metropolitan planning organization for the San Francisco Bay Area, released preliminary draft maps on April 8, 2026. H. Due to the short time between the issuance of guidance from HCD and MTC and the July 1, 2026 effective date of Government Code section 65912.157, there is insufficient time for the amendments to the zoning map proposed in this ordinance to be presented for review by the Planning and Transportation Commission. I. The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones, including projects that would result in the loss of historic resources. Accordingly, pursuant to PAMC sections 18.80.090 and 2.04.270, the City Council adopts this ordinance as a temporary measure and an emergency measure to prevent the loss of historic resources listed in the Palo Alto Historic Inventory and thereby preserve the public health, safety, or welfare. J. Additionally, for the reasons provided herein, the City Council finds and declares that the potential loss of historic resources in TOD zones presents a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare that would be realized by approval of projects under the standards set forth in Government Code section 65912.157. There are no pending project applications that would be impacted by this ordinance and this ordinance would not have the effect of denying any approvals needed for the development of projects containing multifamily housing. Accordingly, this ordinance is necessary as an interim, urgency measure pursuant to Government Code section 65858 to protect the public health, safety, or welfare. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b)(1), sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory as of January 1, 2025 are hereby temporarily excluded from the application of Government Code section 65912.157. These sites shall be excluded until one year following the adoption of the City’s seventh cycle Housing Element. SECTION 3. The Director of Planning and Development Services is hereby authorized and directed to update Section 18.08.040 (the Zoning Map) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to indicate which sites within the TOD zones are and are not covered by Government Code section 65912.157, including sites excluded pursuant to this Ordinance. SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional. Item 23 Attachment C - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 Historic Resources Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 845 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160196_20260604_ay16 SECTION 5. The Council finds that the Ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code section 65912.160, subdivision (c)(2), because it makes the City’s zoning code consistent with the provisions of SB 79 by implementing Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b) and amending the zoning map to indicate which sites are and are not subject to Government Code section 65912.157. SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall be effective upon adoption by a four-fifths vote of City Council members present and shall expire 45 days thereafter unless extended. INTRODUCED and ADOPTED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 23 Attachment C - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 Historic Resources Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 846 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160197_20260604_ay16 Ordinance No. _____ Interim Urgency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Adding Section 18.14.070 to the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Create the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District and Excluding from the Effect of Government Code Section 65912.157 Those Properties that Permit Density and Floor Area Ratio at No Less Than 50% of the Standards in the Government Code and Amending the Zoning Map (Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.08.040) The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. On October 10, 2025, the Governor of the State of California signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), which adopted California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162 and requires local agencies, effective July 1, 2026, to permit high density residential development in designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones within one-half mile of certain TOD stops. B. There are three TOD zones in Palo Alto, centered on the Palo Alto, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road Caltrain stations. C. California Government Code section 65912.157 sets forth residential development standards that apply to housing development projects within TOD zones, such as a height of 75 feet, density of 120 dwelling units per acre, and floor area ratio of 3.5 for projects within one-quarter mile of a Caltrain station. D. Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), permits local agencies to exclude certain properties from compliance with Government Code section 65912.157 by adopting an ordinance implementing SB 79, including: a. A site that permits density and residential floor area ratio at no less than 50 percent of the standards specified under Government Code section 65912.157. b. Sites with a historic resource designated as of January 1, 2025, on a local register. E. The City Council desire to adopt an ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, excluding sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.49. F. SB 79 charges the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with promulgating regulations relating to the bill by July 1, 2026. SB 79 further chargers metropolitan planning organizations with creating maps of TOD stops and zones in accordance with HCD guidance. Item 23 Attachment D - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 847 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160197_20260604_ay16 G. HCD issued a set of “advisory clarifications on definitions for Metropolitan Planning Organizations” on March 23, 2026. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), the metropolitan planning organization for the San Francisco Bay Area, released preliminary draft maps on April 8, 2026. H. Due to the short time between the issuance of guidance from HCD and MTC and the July 1, 2026 effective date of Government Code section 65912.157, there is insufficient time for the amendments to the zoning map proposed in this ordinance to be presented for review by the Planning and Transportation Commission. I. The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones that the City has not already identified as being suitable locations for higher-density development, allow densities that would create unanticipated strain on public infrastructure and cause additional points of conflict between vehicles and bicycles or pedestrians in the affected areas. Existing infrastructure, including but not limited to water supply for fire suppression, stormwater management to reduce flooding, and wastewater mains will require significant increases in capacity to serve high density development in the TOD zones that may not be fully funded by proposed development under current standards. The rezoning and exclusion actions set forth in this ordinance would reduce these impacts for a temporary period, during which the City may plan for increased demands on infrastructure and transportation resources. Accordingly, pursuant to PAMC sections 18.80.090 and 2.04.270, the City Council adopts this ordinance as a temporary measure and emergency measure to preserve the public health, safety, or welfare. J. Additionally, the City Council finds and declares that the impacts described above present a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare that would be realized by approval of projects under the standards set forth in Government Code section 65912.157. There are no pending project applications that would be impacted by this ordinance and this ordinance would not have the effect of denying any approvals needed for the development of projects containing multifamily housing. Accordingly, for the reasons set forth above, this ordinance is necessary as an interim, urgency measure pursuant to Government Code section 65858 to protect the public health, safety, or welfare. SECTION 2. Section 18.14.070 (Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District) of Chapter 18.14 (Housing Incentives) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby added to read: 18.14.070 Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District (a) Purpose. The purpose of the TOD Combining District is to implement Senate Bill 79 (2025), California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162. For purposes of this section, definitions in California Government Code section 65912.156 shall apply. Item 23 Attachment D - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 848 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160197_20260604_ay16 (b) Applicability. The TOD Combining District shall apply to all sites within a TOD zone, except: (1) sites owned by the City of Palo Alto and (2) sites excluded by ordinance from the effect of Government Code section 65912.157 because they were designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory as of January 1, 2025. (c) Development Standards. Transit-oriented housing development projects may elect to utilize the following development standards in-lieu of the standards set forth in the underlying district. Except as provided herein, the standards in the underlying district shall apply: (1) For sites within ¼ mile of a TOD stop, unless the underlying district is more permissive: Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio 1.75:1 Minimum setbacks (feet) Front and rear 10 Side 4 Daylight Plane for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) Initial height: 16 feet, measured at the property line Slope: 45 degrees Maximum density None Minimum density Greater of: 30 du/ac or 5 units Maximum site coverage 70% (2) For sites further than ¼ mile but within ½ mile of a TOD stop, unless the underlying district is more permissive: Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio 1.5:1 Minimum setbacks (feet) Front and rear 10 Side 4 Daylight Plane for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) Initial height: 16 feet, measured at the property line Slope: 45 degrees Maximum density None Minimum density Greater of: 30 du/ac or 5 units Maximum site coverage 70% Item 23 Attachment D - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 849 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 4 0160197_20260604_ay16 (3) For sites adjacent to a TOD stop, Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio shall be the greater of 2.25 or the FAR provided in the underlying zone. SECTION 3. Pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b)(1), sites subject to the TOD Combining District are hereby temporarily excluded from the application of Government Code section 65912.157. These sites shall be excluded until one year following the adoption of the City’s seventh cycle Housing Element. SECTION 4. The Director of Planning and Development Services is hereby authorized and directed to update Section 18.08.040 (the Zoning Map) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to indicate which sites within the TOD zones are and are not covered by Government Code section 65912.157, including sites excluded pursuant to this Ordinance. SECTION 5. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 6. The Council finds that the Ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code section 65912.160, subdivision (c)(2), because it makes the City’s zoning code consistent with the provisions of SB 79 as set forth in Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), and by amending the zoning map to indicate which sites are and are not subject to Government Code section 65912.157. // // // // // // // // // // Item 23 Attachment D - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 850 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 5 0160197_20260604_ay16 SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall be effective upon adoption by a four-fifths vote of City Council members present and shall expire 45 days thereafter unless extended. INTRODUCED and ADOPTED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 23 Attachment D - Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 851 of 1165 9 0 4 1 9 0 4 1 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: ACTION ITEMS Lead Department: Transportation Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2512-5749 TITLE Adopt a Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP); CEQA Status: Exempt Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.20. RECOMMENDATION Adopt a Resolution Approving the Final 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) (Attachment A), including staff-recommended changes from the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PABAC) (Attachment B). EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) serves as the City’s comprehensive vision and action plan to create a comfortable, connected, and safe multimodal network for users of all ages and abilities. Following Council review of the Draft Plan on December 1, 20251, staff conducted final community outreach and considered final feedback from members of the public, Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC), PABAC, and City Council.2 The Final Plan (included in Attachment A) reflects this input to the Draft Plan, including Council’s request for a proactive approach to e-bikes, and tighter integration with ongoing and recent City initiatives (see Attachment C). The Final Plan advances a Low-Stress Network approach by prioritizing 25 bicycle projects, 24 intersection/pedestrian crossing projects, 3 special projects, and 3 studies, totaling about 19 miles of improvements including school commute routes, transit access routes, and pedestrian districts (see Attachment D and Attachment E). 1 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, December 1, 2025. Study Session: Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) Update: Draft Plan and Near-Term Projects. CEQA Status: Exempt Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.20. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting?meetingTemplateId=16332. 2 Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting, May 7, 2026. Action Item: Staff Presents the Final 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) for Endorsement. https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/transportation/bicycling-walking/pabac/pabac- meetings-2026/2026-05-07_pabac-agenda-packet_final.pdf. Item 24 Item 24 Staff Report Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 852 of 1165 9 0 4 1 9 0 4 1 BACKGROUND 5 To modernize this vision, on May 17, 2021, the City Council supported a grant application for State Transportation Development Act Article 3 (TDA3) funds.6 Introduction, overview, context & baseline conditions on January 22, 2024;7 Vision, objectives, performance measures, and existing conditions on April 29, 2024;8 Project prioritization and recommendations on June 2, 2025;9 Draft Plan on December 1, 2025;10 and, Additional analysis efforts on March 9, 2026.11 5 Palo Alto City Council Meeting. September 12, 2012. Action Item 6: Public Hearing: Adoption of a Resolution Amending the Transportation Element of the Comprehensive Plan Incorporating the Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan and Approval of a Negative Declaration (continued from May 21, 2012). https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/agendas-minutes-reports/agendas-minutes/city-council- agendas-minutes/00-archive/2012/07-09-12-ccm-fixed.pdf . 6 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, May 17, 2021. Consent Item 6: Resolution 9955 Entitled, “Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Making Required Findings in Support of the City’s Grant Application for State Transportation Development Act Article 3 Funds to Update the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=3426&compileOutputType=1. 7 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, January 22, 2024. Informational Report: Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) Update: an active transportation plan--Introduction & Overview, Community Engagement, Context & Baseline Conditions, and Next Steps. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=13335&compileOutputType=1. 8 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, April 29, 2024. Study Session: Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) Update: Review and discuss the vision statement, objectives, performance measures, and share and obtain feedback on the existing conditions technical analysis. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=15058&compileOutputType=1. 9 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, June 2, 2025. Study Session: Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) Update: Draft Project Prioritization Framework and Prioritized Project Lists. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=16124&compileOutputType=1. 10 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, December 1, 2025. Study Session: Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) Update: Draft Plan and Near-Term Projects. CEQA Status: Exempt Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.20. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=16332&compileOutputType=1. 11 Palo Alto City Council Meeting. March 9, 2026. Consent Item 8. Approval of Contract Amendment No. 3 to Contract No. C23185922 with Kittelson & Associates, Inc. To Increase Compensation by $17,000 to $350,945 and to Extend the Term for an Additional Six Months Through December 31, 2026, for the City's Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Update; CEQA status - exempt under Public Resource Code section 21080.20. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=18681&compileOutputType=1. Item 24 Item 24 Staff Report Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 853 of 1165 9 0 4 1 9 0 4 1 ANALYSIS This report presents the Final 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (Attachment A) for Council’s consideration and adoption. Based on prior input, the Final 2026 BPTP introduces a revised citywide bicycle network (Complete Vision and Low-Stress), introduces Pedestrian Districts, leverages existing planning foundations, and addresses changes in context and needs since 2012. Key Elements of the 2026 BPTP The 2026 BPTP includes the following key elements: Prioritizing a Low-Stress Bicycle Network: The plan shifts its foundational focus toward developing calm, neighborhood-based Bicycle Boulevards. This strategy prioritizes routes that community members already find comfortable and familiar, allowing the City to rapidly expand safe, continuous coverage with fewer tradeoffs involving vehicle traffic and parking. Targeted Near-Term Implementation Framework: Rather than trying to build the entire complete vision network at once, the plan isolates actionable, high-priority projects for the next 10 years. This near-term focus allocates resources toward 25 priority bicycle projects (representing roughly 19 miles of enhancements), 24 intersection and crossing improvements, three special projects, and three specific studies. Establishment of Dedicated Pedestrian Districts: To enhance walkability, the plan defines specific commercial and neighborhood "Pedestrian Districts"—such as the University Avenue, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road, and Mitchell Park/Cubberley corridors. It leverages a specialized Pedestrian Toolbox designed to explicitly improve sidewalk continuity, crossing visibility, signal adjustments, and neighborhood placemaking. Proactive E-Bike and Micromobility Integration: Reflecting recent community and City Council feedback, the plan features updated programmatic strategies to address the rapid adoption and unique speed/safety dynamics of e-bikes. This includes updating educational programs, assessing infrastructure compatibility, and ensuring micromobility safely integrates into the low-stress network. Inter-Agency Initiative Alignment: The plan ensures tight integration with other major city efforts, such as the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, the San Antonio Road Area Plan, the South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Undercrossing at El Dorado Avenue, and the North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan. Changes Since December 2025 Following the City Council’s review on December 1, 2025, the Plan was updated to: Feature proactive regulation, engagement, and education strategies to manage the rapid growth of e-bikes and e-motos; Item 24 Item 24 Staff Report Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 854 of 1165 9 0 4 1 9 0 4 1 Ensure seamless alignment with major city initiatives like the San Antonio Road Area Plan, the North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan, and the Cubberley Master Plan; Include directives to audit the 2030 Comprehensive Plan policies that might otherwise restrict critical safety improvements. o Note, specific to 2030 Comprehensive Plan Policy T-4.1 (Keep Streets Open as a General Rule), PABAC recommended an amendment from a concern that the T- 4.1 policy could be interpreted to prevent implementation of modal filters on bike boulevards or school routes. In May 2026, City staff reexamined 2030 Comprehensive Plan Policy T-4.1 and found that a policy amendment is not necessary to implement modal filters since modal filters do not close streets as defined by the California Vehicle Code; and safely manage and reroute traffic under the clear authority of 2030 Comprehensive Plan Policies T-4.2 and T-4.3. Integrate several project-specific and programmatic modifications—such as prioritizing key travel segments on Middlefield Road, advancing additional safe routes to schools, and adding robust pedestrian-focused capital programs. See Attachment C for a table that details the City Council’s requested changes to the Draft Plan, and how City staff incorporated the requested change into the Final Plan. Next Steps Pending Council adoption, City staff will publish an Adopted Final Plan that incorporates minor edits based on PABAC’s May 7, 2026 meeting (Attachment B). Staff has also initiated work to advance the following initial priorities for BPTP Implementation: PABAC Reform (BPTP Policy IC-1.3): On June 4, 2026, PABAC provided initial input on the Committee’s role, structure and membership. Staff will engage further with PABAC and will return to Council in fall 2026 to obtain input and consider potential Bylaw amendments needed to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the Committee. Electric Bicycle Strategy (IC-1.4, 1.5 & 1.6) and Bike Parking (CE-1.5): On June 1, 2026, Council expressed an interest in addressing issues associated with use of e-bikes on California Avenue, including locating bicycle parking at entrances to the community street.19 Staff is currently collaborating with Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD) staff and Palo Alto Council of PTAs (PTAC) representatives on a multi-pronged strategy to address an increase in e-bikes, illegal e-motos and collisions involving students. Educational material will be distributed to parents during summer and fall 2026, and staff will return 19 Palo Alto City Council Meeting, June 1, 2026. Action Item 16: Outdoor Activation Standards, Pre-Approved Parklet Plans and Public Space Design Concept for the Car-Free Portion of California Avenue; and FIRST READ: Adopt an Ordinance Amending the Sign Code to Streamline Permitting of Signs in Conjunction with a Parklet; CEQA Status - Exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15303. https://cityofpaloalto.primegov.com/Public/CompiledDocument?meetingTemplateId=18729&compileOutputType=1 Item 24 Item 24 Staff Report Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 855 of 1165 9 0 4 1 9 0 4 1 to Council in fall 2026 to discuss a holistic strategy on this topic. Staff is also working on a grant application to accelerate installation of high-quality bike parking throughout the City, including gateway locations on California Avenue. Traffic Calming Policy Update (SI-1.7): Staff has secured Measure B Local Streets and Roads (LSR) funding to initiate work on potential improvements along Bryant Street (BLVD_2) as a follow up to an earlier traffic calming petition. This work will feed into a broader effort to update the City’s Traffic Calming Policy in order to increase the responsiveness and efficiency of traffic calming work in the City. Capital Projects: Staff is also seeking grant funding and will advance projects that were prioritized in the BPTP via the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) process, including the following capital projects that are already underway : o South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstration Project (SB_18 & SB_23) to upgrade bicycle lanes on school routes, which is funded by federal Safe Streets for All (SS4A) and state Transportation Development Act Article 3 (TDA3) grant funds. o Planning for Midtown Bicycle and Pedestrian Undercrossing (Crossing_10), also known as South Palo Alto Connectivity Project in the vicinity of El Dorado, which is funded by a VTA Measure B Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning grant; o Design for Seale Avenue Bike/Pedestrian Undercrossing for Churchill Grade Esparation (Crossing_1), which is funded by Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Measure B Grade Separation grants. o East Bayshore Road Bike Lanes (BL_10), which can be achieved in conjunction with scheduled repaving (SI-1.14). FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT There is no fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the 2026 BPTP. The 2026 BPTP will be used to help prioritize future capital projects through the City’s CIP planning efforts as well as grant-writing efforts to support these projects. Adoption of the 2026 BPTP will also make the City eligible to apply for certain grant funds including TDA3 funds. Work on the 2026 BPTP was undertaken with the support of a $334,852 TDA3 grant. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT The Final 2026 BPTP incorporated input obtained through an extensive, four-phase engagement process that combined digital engagement with in-person events to ensure broad representation. Engagement efforts are outlined in Section 1.7 of the Final Plan (Attachment A) and include: Item 24 Item 24 Staff Report Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 856 of 1165 9 0 4 1 9 0 4 1 Phases 1 & 2 Engagement on Visioning and Needs Analysis, included public workshops, walking tours, and cycling tours, the development of a project webpage, and survey. Feedback during this phase identified safety (particularly for students) as the top priority, as well as strong demand for a seamless, low-stress network that overcomes major barriers like highways and railroads while providing direct connections to schools and transit hubs. Phases 3 & 4 (Recommendations and Draft Plan) included a community workshop, two rounds of board, commission, and committee meetings (January-June 2025) as well as public comment and a unanimous recommendation by PTC on the Draft Plan (October- November 2025). Feedback during this phase called for a more robust prioritization framework integrating qualitative and quantitative measures and a pivot from "big streets" to "low-stress network" approach. During the final public comment period, feedback emphasized the desire for 20 mph speed limits on bike boulevards, proactive e-bike policies, and upgrades to Bryant Street corridor. Following Publication of the Final Plan, PABAC endorsed the Final Plan on May 7, 2026, with final requested changes as outlined in Attachment B.21 Staff considered this input and will incorporate most of the requested edits into the Adopted Final Plan, pending Council approval. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW California Senate Bill 922 (2022), codified as Public Resources Code section 21080.20, exempts active transportation plans, such as bicycle transportation plans like the 2026 BPTP, from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Attachment B: PABAC’s Requested Changes to the Final Plan and City Staff’s Response Attachment C: City Council Requested Changes Incorporated Into the Final Plan Attachment D: Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Attachment E: Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Map APPROVED BY: Ria Hutabarat Lo, Chief Transportation Official 21 Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee Meeting, May 7, 2026. Action Item: Staff Presents the Final 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) for Endorsement. https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/transportation/bicycling-walking/pabac/pabac- meetings-2026/2026-05-07_pabac-agenda-packet_final.pdf. Item 24 Item 24 Staff Report Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 857 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* 1 160_20260601_ts24 Resolution No. _____ Resolution of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Approving the City’s 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) R E C I T A L S A. The City has an existing Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan from 2012 (“2012 BPTP”), which guides bicycle and pedestrian transportation planning. B. The City desires to update the 2012 BPTP and has engaged in an intensive scope of work since 2023 to create the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (“2026 BPTP” or “Plan”). This includes extensive community engagement in each of the three phases of the Plan’s development. C. As part of the City’s development of the 2026 BPTP, the City established the following vision statement: “We envision a city where sustainable, safe, efficient, equitable, and enjoyable transportation thrives. Together, we will create a comfortable and connected street and trail network that supports walking, biking, and rolling for people of all ages and abilities. We continue to be a leader in Safe Routes to School and invest more in active transportation infrastructure, education, and encouragement programs.” D. The 2026 BPTP serves as the City’s foundational blueprint for active transportation, guiding future planning for Capital Improvement Programs (CIPs), establishing clear frameworks to identify and prioritize high-impact infrastructure projects, and aligning local roadway designs with broader citywide safety and initiative goals. E. The 2026 BPTP advances a Low-Stress Network approach by prioritizing 25 bicycle projects, 24 intersection/pedestrian crossing projects, 3 special projects, and 3 studies, totaling about 19 miles of improvements including school commute routes, transit access routes, and pedestrian districts. F. The 2026 BPTP was reviewed and recommended for City Council approval by the City’s Planning and Transportation Commission on November 12, 2025; and by the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee on May 7, 2026. G. The City has placed a public notice in a newspaper of circulation within Palo Alto giving notice of the public hearing as part of the City Council meeting on June 15, 2026 to receive public comment prior to the City Council’s consideration and decision to approve the 2026 BPTP. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PALO ALTO RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City Council hereby approves the 2026 BPTP as attached in Exhibit A to this Resolution. Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 858 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* 2 160_20260601_ts24 SECTION 2. The City Council finds that the 2026 BPTP is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080.20(a)(1)(A) because it is an “active transportation plan, a pedestrian plan, or a bicycle transportation plan for the restriping of streets and highways, bicycle parking and storage, signal timing to improve street and highway intersection operations, and the related signage for bicycles, pedestrians, and vehicles.” SECTION 3. This resolution shall be effective upon adoption. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSTENTIONS: ABSENT: ATTEST: __________________________ __________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: __________________________ __________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager __________________________ Chief Transportation Official Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 859 of 1165 *NOT YET APPROVED* 3 160_20260601_ts24 Exhibit A 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (see following pages) Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 860 of 1165 April 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Final PENDING ADOPTION: This document is the final version being presented to the City Council, and is subject to formal approval. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 861 of 1165 Table of Contents ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS LIST OF ACRONYMS 2.EXISTING FACILITIESAND CONDITIONS 2.1 Existing Pedestrian Facilities 43 2.2 Existing Bicycle Facilities 45 2.3 Safe Routes to School Program 56 2.4 Walking and Biking Activity 58 2.5 Barriers to Walking and Biking 62 2.6 Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress 66 2.7 Collision Analysis 69 2.8 Shared Micromobility, E-Bikes, E-Cycles, and E-Motos 75 0.EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 0.1 Purpose and Vision 11 0.2 Existing Bicycle Facilities 12 0.3 Community Engagement 15 0.4 Recommendations 16 0.5 Project Prioritization 22 1.INTRODUCTION 1.1 Purpose 26 1.2 Plan Organization 26 1.3 Benefits and Barriers to Walking and Biking 27 1.4 Vision, Objectives, and Performance Measures 28 1.5 Setting 31 1.6 Relationship to Other Documents 35 1.7 Public Outreach Summary 37 3.RECOMMENDATIONS 3.1 Bicycle Network Corridor Criteria 80 3.2 Recommended Bicycle Network and Facilities 81 3.3 Pedestrian District Guidelines and Toolbox 92 3.4 Policies and Programs 101 2 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 862 of 1165 4. IMPLEMENTATION AND FUNDING 4.1 Project Delivery Process 113 4.2 Project Prioritization 114 4.3 Cost Estimates 126 4.4 Funding Sources 126 5. CONCLUSION APPENDICES 3 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 863 of 1165 LIST OF MAPS Figure 1: Existing Activity Generators 33 Figure 2: Walk and Bike Sheds for Major Transit Stops 34 Figure 3: Existing Bicycle Facilities Map 50 Figure 4: Existing Bicycle Parking Location 51 Figure 5: Demand for Walking and Biking Improvements 61 Figure 6: Linear Barriers 63 Figure 7: Transit Barrier Study Areas 65 Figure 8: Segment LTS Results 67 Figure 9: Intersection LTS Results 68 Figure 10: Total Number of Pedestrian Collisions by Year and Severity 71 Figure 11: Total Number of Bicycle Collisions by Year and Severity 71 Figure 12: Pedestrian Collisions by Severity (2018 – 2022) 72 Figure 13: Bicycle Collision by Severity (2018 – 2022) 73 Figure 14: Bicycle and Pedestrian High Injury Network 74 Figure 15: Recommended Bicycle Network 82 Figure 16: Complete Vision Bicycle Network 89 Figure 17: Low-Stress Bicycle Network 90 Figure 18: Pedestrian Districts and Pedestrian Priority Areas 94 Figure 19: Recommended Near-Term Projects 125 LIST OF TABLES Table 1: Performance Measures 29 Table 2: Potential Performance Measures 30 Table 3: Palo Alto Demographic Indicators 32 Table 4: Existing Bicycle Network in 2012 vs 2025 49 Table 5: Collision Data Summary (2018-2022) 71 Table 6: Primary Network Development Criteria 80 Table 7: Summary of Recommend Bicycle Projects 85 Table 8: Project List 85 Table 9: Prioritization Factors and Evaluation Criteria 114 Table 10: Near-Term Bicycle Projects 115 Table 11: Priority Intersection and Crossing Projects 120 Table 12: Other Priority Projects 124 4 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 864 of 1165 The 2026 BPTP is grant funded by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission's (MTC) Transportation Development Act 3 program. APPENDICES Appendix A: List of Projects Appendix B: Pedestrian District Guidelines Appendix C: Policy and Program Recommendations LIST OF IMAGES Image 1: Palo Alto Demographic Indicators 31 Image 2: Four Phases of Engagement 37 Image 3: Virtual Visioning Workshop held on January 31, 2024 38 Image 4: Bike Palo Alto Event held on October 1, 2023 38 Image 5: Bicycle Network Development Workshop 39 Image 6: Community Walking Tour 39 Image 7: Types of Bicycle Facilities 45 Image 8: Updated Bicycle Facility Types 46 Image 9: Bicycle Facility Types 46 Image 10: Bicycle Parking Types - Short-Term 52 Image 11: Placement and Spacing Requirements 53 Image 12: Types of Wayfinding Signs 54 Image 13: Existing Signs in Palo Alto 55 Image 14: Relationship between LTS and Comfort 66 Image 15: Bicycle Facility Selection Approach 83 Image 16: Recommended Crossing and Intersection Improvements 93 Image 17: University Avenue Pedestrian District 95 Image 18: California Avenue Pedestrian District 96 Image 19: Midtown Pedestrian District 97 5 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 865 of 1165 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The City of Palo Alto would like to express our gratitude to the residents, community leaders, community- based organizations, agencies, and other stakeholders who have helped shape the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan. We appreciate your continued support and commitment to promoting Palo Alto as a healthy, safe, and vibrant community. 2026 City Council Vicki Veenker, Mayor Greer Stone, Vice Mayor Ed Lauing George Lu Julie Lythcott-Haims Keith Reckdahl Patrick Burt 2026 Planning & Transportation Commission Allen Akin, Chair Bryna Chang, Vice Chair Bart Hechtman Carolyn Templeton Forest Peterson Kevin Ji Todd James 2026 Parks and Recreation Commission Nellis Freeman, Chair Bing Wei, Vice Chair Vadim Axelrod Amanda Brown Roger Smith Shani Kleinhaus Yudy Deng City of Palo Alto Team Ria Hutabarat Lo, Chief Transportation Official Philip Kamhi, Chief Transportation Official, Former Sylvia Star-Lack, Transportation Planning Manager Ozzy Arce, Project Manager Charlie Coles, Senior Transportation Planner Katie Heuser, Senior Transportation Planner Rose Mesterhazy, SRTS Senior Planner Ana Lopez, Associate Transportation Planner City/School Transportation Safety Committee Lt. Ben Becchetti, PAPD Lt. Kara Apple, PAPD Lara Anthony, SRTS C/STSC PTAC Co-Chair Rachel Vazquex-Reina, SRTS C/STSC PTAC Co-Chair Leslie Crane, PAUSD Mike Jacobs, PAUSD Eric Holm, PAUSD Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee Bruce Arthur, Chair Nicole Rodia, Vice Chair Alan Wachtel Art Liberman Bill Zaumen Boris Foelsch Cedric de la Beaujardiere Eric Nordman Jane Rosten Kathy Durham Ken Joye Paul Goldstein Penny Ellson Robert Neff Steve Rock Palo Alto Rail Committee Consultant Kittelson & Associates Mobycon 6 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 866 of 1165 This page is intentionally left blank. 7 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 867 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 8 LIST OF ACRONYMS AAA All Ages and Abilities AB Assembly Bill BPTP Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Caltrans California Department of Transportation CIP Capital Improvement Projects CSAP Comprehensive Safety Action Plan CSTSC City/School Transportation Safety Committee DIB Design Information Bulletin DP Director’s Policy E-Bike Electric Bike EPC Equity Priority Community FHWA Federal Highway Administration HIN High-Injury Network IIJA Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act ITE Institute of Transportation Engineers KSI Killed or Seriously Injured LTS Level of Traffic Stress 8 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 868 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 9 MPH Miles per Hour MTC Metropolitan Transportation Commission NACTO National Association of City Transportation Officials NRSS National Roadway Safety Strategy PABAC Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee PAPD Palo Alto Police Department PAUSD Palo Alto Unified School District PCF Primary Collision Factor PDO Property Damage Only PTA Parent-Teacher Association PTAC Palo Alto Council of PTAs PTC Planning and Transportation Commission SB Senate Bill SRTS Safe Routes to School SS4A Safe Streets For All US DOT United States Department of Transportation VMT Vehicle Miles Traveled VTA Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority 9 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 869 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 10 0. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 10 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 870 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 11 The City of Palo Alto (City) last updated its Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) in 2012. An update to BPTP is necessary to maintain funding eligibility, respond to evolving community needs, account for recent trends in cycling and technology, and align with current planning and design standards. The City undertook a comprehensive effort to update the BPTP by analyzing the existing walking and bicycling conditions, engaging the community, and incorporating the best practices in multimodal transportation planning. 0.1 Purpose and Vision The 2026 BPTP serves as a comprehensive action plan for the City to provide improved bicycle and pedestrian facilities for its residents, employees, and visitors. The purpose of the 2026 BPTP is to gather meaningful input from the community, evaluate progress since the 2012 plan, and update the City’s approach to policies, programs, and infrastructure that support walking and biking. To guide the 2026 BPTP, a vision statement and set of objectives were created based on strong community input gathered during the visioning workshop and early engagement activities. The resulting vision statement is We envision a city where sustainable, safe, efficient, equitable, and enjoyable transportation thrives. Together, we will create a comfortable and connected street and trail network that supports walking, biking, and rolling for people of all ages and abilities. We continue to be a leader in Safe Routes to School and invest more in active transportation infrastructure, education, and encouragement programs. All Ages and Abilities facilities are a national best practice for designing walking and biking facilities that strive to serve everyone safely, comfortably, and equitably. All Ages and Abilities design practices account for differences among potential users in physical abilities, age, height, cycling abilities, perceived personal safety, and comfort in riding with traffic. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 871 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 12 0.2 Existing Bicycle Facilities The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) defines four classes of bicycle facilities: Class I, II, III, and IV, as illustrated in Image EX 1. In addition to these statewide classifications, the City of Palo Alto uses further sub-classifications: Class IIa – standard bike lanes, Class IIb – buffered bike lanes, Class IIIa – bike routes, and Class IIIb – bike boulevards. Image EX 1: Types of Bicycle Facilities Source: Caltrans, Toward an Active California, State Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, 2017. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 872 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 13 Figure EX 1 illustrates the existing bikeway network in Palo Alto and surrounding jurisdictions. In 2012, the City had 59.3 miles of bikeways. Since then, approximately 14 miles have been added, bringing the total to 73.5 miles as of 2025. Notably, there were no Class II buffered or Class IV separated (or protected) bikeways in 2012; today, the City offers 3.3 miles of buffered bike lanes and 4.3 miles of separated bikeways. Table EX 1 includes comparison between 2012 bicycle network mileage with existing network in 2025. Table EX 1: Existing Bicycle Network in 2012 vs 2025 FACILITY1 TYPE 2012 2025 Class I Multi-Use Path 13.9 11.7 Class II Bike Lane 33.2 34.6 Class II Buffered Bike Lane 3.3 Class III Shared Lane 8.0 12.6 Class III Bicycle Boulevard 4.2 7.1 Class IV Separated Bikeway*4.3 TOTAL 59.3 73.5 1 A “facility” is a physical element of the transportation system that is designed to support safe, comfortable, and accessible travel by walking, biking, rolling, or using mobility devices. Source: 2012 BPTP Note: *Includes the Caltrans’ constructed El Camino Real Class IV separated bikeway. 2012 lane mile data is sourced from the 2012 BPTP; 2025 lane mileage is calculated using the 2025 roadway centerline file. The Class I length has not decreased between 2012 and 2025—differences are due only to the calculation method. 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Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIa - Bike Route Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Trail !f Ped/Bike Bridge !s Ped/Bike Underpass City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Railroad Caltrain Station Library Community Center Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure EX 1: Existing Bicycle Facilities Map Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 874 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 15 0.3 Community Engagement The 2026 BPTP reflects input from a four-phase community engagement process combining online tools, in-person events, and meetings with the City Council, committees, commissions, and focus groups. The City promoted outreach through City channels, community partners, and local events. PHASE 1: VISIONING Gathered over 1,000 public comments through surveys, workshops, and events. Key themes included prioritizing student safety, closing network gaps, expanding separated bikeway, improving crossings of major barriers (Caltrain, US-101), and integrating micromobility. PHASE 2: NEEDS & CONCERNS The City and community partners led walking and biking tours and workshops where participants identified priority corridors (El Camino Real, Middlefield Road, Embarcadero Road, San Antonio Road, Alma Street), and identified the need for a continuous low-stress network and improved pedestrian environments on streets like University Avenue and California Avenue. Across all phases, safety (especially for students), network connectivity, high-quality separated facilities, and strong bicycle and pedestrian-focused design emerged as top community priorities, alongside support for education, policy, and funding strategies. PHASE 3: RECOMMENDED PROJECTS & PROGRAMS The City solicited feedback on draft projects through workshops, focus groups, and an interactive map (around 400 comments). Support was strong for safety improvements, pedestrian features, bike boulevards, quick-builds, and wayfinding, though projects on major arterials drew mixed reactions due to traffic and parking concerns. PHASE 4: PLAN ADOPTION Staff presented the draft 2026 BPTP to PABAC, PTC, and the City Council for review and adoption as a part of the final phase of engagement. Feedback focused on refining the project list and clarifying project descriptions. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 875 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 16 0.4 Recommendations Network Development Approach The 2026 BPTP bikeway network builds on the 2012 Plan and incorporates recent regional and local planning efforts, including the MTC Regional Active Transportation Plan, VTA Bicycle Superhighway Plan, and Safe Routes to School maps. Primary Criteria: The first round of network development synthesized these plans to identify areas of agreement and highlight routes with less consensus. Secondary Criteria: Where multiple options existed, routes were refined by prioritizing directness to key community destinations, lower traffic stress, alignment with high-demand travel flows, and the ability to overcome major barriers. 0.4.1 RECOMMENDED NETWORK Figure EX 2 shows the updated bikeway network and bicycle friendly zones developed using the network corridor criteria explained in the previous section. It presents the complete vision of the bicycle network, including both the existing facilities and the low-stress network. Bicycle friendly zone are cohesive areas with concentrations of destinations, commercial activity, and pedestrian activity. These areas should see area- wide investment in bicycle-friendly amenities such as bicycle parking, signal timing, and traffic calming. A bicycle friendly zone is an area where cycling is convenient, comfortable, and direct on all of the streets within a designated area and is the preferred method of transportation. 0.4.2 LOW-STRESS BICYCLE NETWORK Figure EX 3 shows the Low-Stress Bicycle Network map. The Low-Stress Bicycle Network is the foundation for citywide bicycle connectivity, focused on delivering safe, comfortable, and familiar routes in the near term. It builds upon the City’s existing network of low-stress streets, primarily composed of shared-use paths and neighborhood-based Bicycle Boulevards, to rapidly expand access with minimal disruption and promote broad community support. 0.4.3 COMPLETE VISION NETWORK Figure EX 4 shows the Complete Vision Bicycle Network map. The Complete Vision Network represents the long-term vision for a fully connected, all-ages-and- abilities bikeway system. This map also includes existing bicycle facilities that are not being upgraded to illustrate the full network once fully implemented. The Complete Vision Network includes some lower-priority projects that may be reevaluated as the City grows. A total of 140 projects have been identified in the 2026 BPTP to achieve the Complete Vision Network. These consist of 94 bikeway projects, 35 crossing and intersection projects, 6 special projects, and 5 studies. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 876 of 1165 17 !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !s !s !s !s !s __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Deer Creek Rd Porte r D r Lagu n a A v e Hano v e r S t Cam b r i d g e A v e Montrose A v e Fab e r P l Cole r i d g e A v e Chu r c h i l l A v e Cha n n i n g A v e Bo y c e A v e Welch R d Vineyard Ln Arboretum Rd Palo R d Pasteur Rd Eve r e t t A v e Guin d a S t Chau c e r S t St Francis Dr Gar l a n d D r La Donna Ave Bar r o n A v e Georgia Ave Donald Dr Amaranta Ave Cesano Ct James Rd ElCaminoWay Portage Ave Ash StOliv e A v e Duncan Pl Nelson Dr Mackay Dr Am a r i l l o A v e Clark Way EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School FletcherMiddleSchool Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School JuanaBrionesElementary BarronParkElementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k Cast i l l e j a A v e Midd l e f i e l d R d Han s e n A v e Qu a r r y R d __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY LOS ALTOS HILLS F Recommended Bikeway Network Bicycle-Friendly Zones City of Palo Alto !f Ped/Bike Bridge !s Ped/Bike Underpass Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson, Mobycon 0 1 2 Miles To East Palo Alto To Menlo Park To Mountain View To Los Altos As of 9/1/2025 To Stanford Figure EX 2: Recommended Bicycle Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 877 of 1165 18 !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !s !s !s !s !s __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Recommended Existing Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIa - Advisory Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Trail !f Existing Ped/Bike Bridge !s Existing Ped/Bike Underpass Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Recommended Intersection Improvement Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass Caltrain Station Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 To East Palo Alto To Menlo Park To Mountain View To Los Altos Bicycle-Friendly Zone City of Palo Alto Recommended Figure EX 3: Low-Stress Bicycle Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 878 of 1165 19 !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !s !s !s !s !s __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 To East Palo Alto To Menlo Park To Mountain View To Los Altos Recommended Existing Class I - Shared Use Path/Trail Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIa - Advisory Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway In an approved Plan from a neighboring jurisdiction Caltrain Station !f Existing Ped/Bike Bridge !s Existing Ped/Bike Underpass Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Improvements Recommended Intersection Improvements Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass Trail Bicycle-Friendly Zone Recommended Figure EX 4: Complete Vision Bicycle Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 879 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 20 0.4.4 PEDESTRIAN DISTRICT GUIDELINES AND TOOLBOX The pedestrian district toolbox includes a range of selected treatments aimed at improving pedestrian safety and enhancing the pedestrian experience. The elements range from infrastructure improvements, such as raised crossings, traffic circles, or curb extensions that improve yielding rates, to aesthetic changes, such as trees, green storm infrastructure, benches, or public art, that can elevate the walking experience. Together, these elements will meet universal needs for safety and accessibility and create conditions making walking comfortable and an enjoyable experience for all. Priority pedestrian areas are key to creating a walkable, accessible, and enjoyable City. They offer areas where walking is prioritized to allow people of all ages and abilities to get around without competing with vehicles. Within these areas, slower vehicle movement is encouraged, and opportunities are provided for people to pause and enjoy their surroundings. Three pedestrian districts and three priority areas which are focus areas for pedestrian recommendations are included in the 2026 BPTP, as shown in Figure EX 5, include: Pedestrian Districts • University Avenue Pedestrian District • California Avenue Pedestrian District • Midtown Pedestrian District Pedestrian Priority Areas • El Camino Real Neighborhood Commercial Center • Embarcadero Neighborhood Commercial Center • San Antonio Road Area Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 880 of 1165 21 University Avenue District California Avenue District El Camino Real Neighborhood Commercial Center Midtown District Embarcadero Neighborhood Commercial Center San Antonio Road Area __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Pedestrian Districts and Priority Areas City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure EX 5: Pedestrian Districts and Pedestrian Priority Areas Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 881 of 1165 0. Executive Summary | 22 0.5 Project Prioritization Project prioritization helps direct the City’s resources and develop a near-term implementation strategy. This 2026 BPTP prioritizes intersections and bikeway corridors, studies, and special projects, for implementation over the next ten years. The initial prioritization process scored each roadway segment in Palo Alto based on quantitative criteria to assess the level of alignment with the objectives of safety and connectivity. Projects that scored higher than 70 points were advanced to supplemental evaluation along with a subset of additional projects selected for further review. The supplemental evaluation considered project readiness, project cost, and project support to determine the top priority projects for near-term implementation. Table EX 2 presents the prioritization factors and evaluation criteria used in the prioritization process. Table EX 2: Prioritization Factors and Evaluation Criteria Note: *Only the projects that scored 70 or more points with a few exceptions in the Initial Evaluation advance to the Supplemental Evaluation. PRIORITIZATION FACTOR CRITERIA Initial Evaluation Safety High-Injury Corridors Recommended SRTS Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps Connectivity Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress Access to Transit Supplemental Evaluation* Project Cost and Funding High, Medium, and LowProject Readiness Project Support Near-Term Implementation: A total of 25 bicycle projects (covering approximately 19 miles of the recommend network) and 24 intersection and crossing projects have been identified to initiate in the near-term (within 10 years). These projects are illustrated in Figure EX 6. Cost Estimation: The 2026 BPTP uses planning level rough-order-of-magnitude cost estimates to communicate relative investment needs rather than precise project budgets. Costs are categorized on a simple $ to $$$ scale, reflecting low, medium, and high anticipated costs based on comparable projects, facility type, and implementation complexity. The cost for bikeway, intersection, and crossing improvements varies widely and cannot be accurately estimated at this stage. Funding Strategy: Bicycle and pedestrian projects can be funded through a range of local, regional, state, and federal sources. To enhance its competitiveness for these funds, the City of Palo Alto should ensure its projects align with the core goals of the funding programs—typically centered on equity, safety, sustainability, and connectivity. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 882 of 1165 23 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Recommended Near-Term Improvements Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Recommended Intersection Improvement Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass City of Palo Alto Railroad Caltrain Stop Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure EX 6: Recommended Near-Term Projects Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 883 of 1165 1. Introduction | 24 1. INTRODUCTION 24 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 884 of 1165 1. Introduction | 25 Famous as the birthplace of Silicon Valley, the City of Palo Alto (City) is also a pioneer in active transportation, home to the nation’s first bicycle boulevard on Bryant Street. With its relatively flat geography, mild climate, abundant green spaces, and vibrant, historic downtown, the City offers an ideal setting for walking and bicycling. Strong connections to Stanford University and regional transit further enhance its appeal, helping Palo Alto achieve some of the highest walking and biking rates in the Bay Area and nation. Palo Alto’s is a Gold-rated Bicycle Friendly Community by the League as well. The City last updated its Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (BPTP) in 2012. That plan established key planning, policy, and implementation strategies to enhance the safety and appeal of walking, biking, and rolling for both transportation and recreation. Since then, the share of residents driving alone to work has decreased significantly from 64.4% in 2012 to 51.65% in 2023. The Covid-19 pandemic also brought major shifts in travel behavior, including a sharp rise in telecommuting. By 2023, 27.9% of Palo Alto residents worked from home, nearly 2.5 times the rate in 2019 (9.7%).1 These changes, along with the growing use of emerging mobility options such as e-bikes and ridesharing, have prompted the City to initiate an update to the BPTP to better respond to current trends and future needs for walking and biking. Additionally, the City’s Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S/CAP) (2022) set a goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2030 (the “80 x 30” goal) and achieving carbon neutrality by 2030. The 2026 BPTP reflects community needs and desires, considers recent trends in cycling and bicycle technology, and addresses changes in bicycle and pedestrian planning and design. It builds upon extensive planning and design efforts already underway by the City, including the implementation of the 2012 BPTP, 2025 Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, and land use planning such as the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update, Downtown Housing Plan, and the San Antonio Road Area Plan. The 2026 BPTP was drafted in collaboration with the City and the community through multiple phases of engagement occurring over the course of BPTP development. 1 U.S. Census Bureau. 2012 and 2023 American Community Survey, Table S0801: Commuting Characteristics by Sex. Accessed June 28, 2025. A pedestrian is someone traveling on foot along sidewalks, crosswalks, or pathways. This also includes individuals using assistive devices such as canes, walkers, or wheelchairs. A bicyclist is a person riding a bicycle, which may include pedal- powered bicycles, electric bicycles (e-bikes) with pedal-assist or throttle features, and adaptive bicycles such as hand-cycles or tricycles. Shared micromobility refers to the use of small, low-speed vehicles like bicycles and scooters that are available for public rental on a short-term basis. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 885 of 1165 1. Introduction | 26 1.1 Purpose The 2026 BPTP serves as a comprehensive action plan for the City to provide improved bicycle and pedestrian facilities for its residents, employees, and visitors. The purpose of the 2026 BPTP is to gather meaningful input from the community, evaluate progress since the 2012 plan, and update the City’s approach to policies, programs, and infrastructure that support walking and biking. To achieve this purpose, the 2026 BPTP investigates safety data to propose impactful recommendations, explores the role of emerging transportation technologies such as electric-bicycles and micro-mobility devices, and establishes a long-term vision to make walking and biking easier, safer, and more accessible for everyone. This plan is also intended to support the City’s broader goals, including those in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan, and the City’s Safety Action Plan. 1.2 Plan Organization Who Can Use the Bike Lane? All bicycles are allowed on the bikeway network, including modified types such as unicycles, cargo bikes, bikes with trailers, and longtail bikes. All e-bikes, including those with pedal-assist speeds up to 28 mph are permittted on most bikeways, but are not allowed on unpaved trails (See Palo Alto Open Space and Park Rules and Regulations for more information). Palo Alto’s approach to e-bike regulation and policy continues to evolve as the City responds to rapid adoption, emerging safety concerns particularly with youth riders, and the need to balance innovation with the comfort and safety of all street and path users. Who Can Use the Sidewalk? Pedestrians can use sidewalk. In Palo Alto, riding on sidewalks in the California Avenue and Downtown Business Districts is prohibited (See Palo Alto MC 10.64.130 (c)). Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter summarizes the vision statement and objectives that guided the development of 2026 BPTP. It includes performance measures that will help track the City’s progress toward these goals, describes the relationship between other planning efforts and 2026 BPTP, and summarizes the public engagement efforts. Chapter 2: Existing Facilities This chapter documents the existing walking and bicycling infrastructure in Palo Alto. It analyzes the walking and bicycle activity, barriers and safety conditions. It includes information on the use of micromobility and e-bikes, and bicycle parking. Chapter 3: Recommendations This chapter includes the bicycle and pedestrian recommendations. It includes the process for developing bikeway network corridor criteria. For pedestrians, it includes recommendations related to the pedestrian district guidelines and toolbox. Lastly, it includes recommended policies and programs. Chapter 4: Implementation and Funding This chapter includes a prioritization framework classifying the recommended projects into near- and long-term categories. Additionally, it includes planning level rough order of magnitude generalized costs and identifies potential funding sources. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 886 of 1165 1. Introduction | 27 1.3 Benefits and Barriers to Walking and Biking Walking and biking offer significant public health, environmental, and economic benefits that align with the goals for sustainable transportation. The Caltrans’ Toward an Active California plan highlights how active transportation improves physical and mental health, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and supports equitable access to mobility. Additionally, walking and biking reduce auto ownership costs, estimated at $8,500 annually per car and save $830 million in congestion, collision, and vehicle maintenance costs for the state of California.2 Furthermore, active transportation enhances community character, supports local businesses, and results in increased land values. However, key barriers remain. State and national reports emphasize challenges such as high-speed traffic, incomplete or disconnected pedestrian and bicycle networks, missing first- and last-mile connections, and a lack of secure bicycle parking. In Palo Alto, these issues are echoed by local feedback that calls for safer crossings, better lighting, and more low-stress, separated bicycle facilities. Equity also remains a concern, with a need to ensure access to high-quality infrastructure for all ages and abilities. 2 Caltrans. Toward and Active California. 2017. Retrieved from https://dot.ca.gov/programs/transportation-planning/division-of- transportation-planning/complete-streets/toward-an-active-california-state-bicycle-pedestrian-plan What does “All Ages and Abilities (AAA)” mean? To truly encourage walking and biking, facilities must be designed for everyone. All Ages and Abilities facilities are a national best practice for designing walking and biking facilities that strive to serve everyone safely, comfortably, and equitably. All Ages and Abilities design practices account for differences among potential users in physical abilities, age, height, cycling abilities, perceived personal safety, and comfort in riding with traffic. By prioritizing comfort, traffic separation, and equity, All Ages and Abilities design expands the reach of walking and bicycling, enhances mobility and independence, and makes active transportation a safe and appealing choice for all. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 887 of 1165 1. Introduction | 28 1.4 Vision, Objectives, and Performance Measures To guide the 2026 BPTP, the City gathered community input to help shape a vision statement, objectives, and performance measures to track progress toward these goals. This vision builds upon the 2030 Comprehensive Plan’s vision to create a safe, beautiful city and a sustainable transportation system. 1.4.1 VISION STATEMENT We envision a city where sustainable, safe, efficient, equitable, and enjoyable transportation thrives. Together, we will create a comfortable and connected street and trail network that supports walking, biking, and rolling for people of all ages and abilities. We continue to be a leader in Safe Routes to School and invest more in active transportation infrastructure, education, and encouragement programs. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 888 of 1165 1. Introduction | 29 1.4.2 OBJECTIVES The following objectives guide the recommendations in the 2026 BPTP. Safe and Inclusive: Prioritizing safety for all transportation network users regardless of age and ability and ensuring equitable access to pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure across the community while reducing fatal and severe injury collisions. Connected and Accessible: Featuring a convenient and interconnected network of sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails that provide efficient travel options and easy access to transit and important destinations, encouraging a shift away from driving and improving environmental health through lower vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions. Community-Led and Cooperative: Fostering community engagement and participation in promoting active transportation, supported by education, programming, and infrastructure investments, in a way that cultivates learning for network users of all ages. Comfortable and Enjoyable: Enhancing the comfort and enjoyment of walking and cycling through amenities such as shade, greenery, and well-designed streetscapes. Integrated and Collaborative: Collaborating with neighboring cities to create a seamless, integrated, and efficient regional network of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. 1.4.3 PERFORMANCE MEASURES Table 1 lists performance measures that were established during the 2026 BPTP development process to track progress toward achieving the Plan vision and objectives and document the results of investments in biking, walking, and rolling in Palo Alto. Table 1: Performance Measures OBJECTIVE PERFORMANCE MEASURE REPORTING PERIOD Safe and Inclusive Annual pedestrian and bicycle collisions per 100,000 residents Annual Annual pedestrian and bicycle killed and severe injury (KSI) collisions per 100,000 residents Annual Connected and Accessible Walk/bike/roll to school and commute mode shares Annual (school mode share); Annual (commute mode share) Walking and biking volumes at key locations Annual Community-Led and Cooperative Number of walking and biking promotion events held per year at schools in the City Annual Number (and percent) of schools with at least one Transportation Safety Representative Annual Number of open street events held Annual Number of active pedestrian and/or bicycle advocacy group participants Annual Source: Kittelson & Associates, Inc. 2025 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 889 of 1165 1. Introduction | 30 Table 2 outlines potential performance measures that could be introduced as the 2026 BPTP is implemented and as walking, biking, and rolling network grows, prompting the need to expand how the 2026 BPTP is tracked. Biannually (every 2 years), the City of Palo Alto can consult with the Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PABAC) to determine if the annual performance measures exhibit trends (compared to baseline conditions and year-over-year) that illustrate a clear path forward for allocating resources. If it is determined that additional direction is needed to invest in the network to achieve 2026 BPTP vision and goals, then performance measures such as the following could potentially be established. Developing these measures will require further research and a formalized methodology including identifying reliable data sources that could be tracked periodically. Table 2: Potential Performance Measures OBJECTIVE PERFORMANCE MEASURE REPORTING PERIOD Safe and Inclusive Number of top pedestrian and bicycle KSI collision or high injury network locations improved or studied Annual Percentage of existing affordable housing projects within 1,000 feet of completed and connected all ages and abilities (AAA) cycling infrastructure (bikeways, trails) Annual Connected and Accessible Miles of bikeway facilities (per each bikeway type and total network)Annual Share of transportation budget spent on walk/bike/roll improvements Annual Comfortable and Enjoyable Percentage of cycling infrastructure mileage that are AAA routes or Level of Traffic Stress1 (LTS) 1/2 Annual Canopy coverage percentage of designated walking and bicycling routes.Annual Integrated and Collaborative Number of completed walking/bicycling projects that improve cross-jurisdictional gateways Every 3 years Percentage of transit stops and stations accessible on AAA cycling routes.Every 3 years Source: Kittelson & Associates, Inc. 2025 Notes: 1Level of traffic stress (LTS) is an approach that quantifies the amount of discomfort that people feel when they bicycle close to traffic. It is further described in section 2.5. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 890 of 1165 1. Introduction | 31 1.5 Setting Located between the open space preserves of the foothills and the tidal flats of San Francisco Bay, Palo Alto encompasses an area of approximately 26 square miles, nearly half of which is designated as parks, open space, and Baylands. With an established grid network of streets, vibrant business districts, a well-known park and trail system, and direct proximity to Stanford University, Palo Alto is an ideal place for walking and biking. Flat terrain, tree-lined streets, and a temperate climate also make Palo Alto a relatively easy place to bicycle. Palo Alto’s main transportation corridors are Interstate 280, Highway 101, Highway 84 (the Dumbarton Bridge), State Route 82 (El Camino Real), and Oregon Expressway/Page Mill Road. Within the City, commuter rail stations include the Palo Alto University Avenue stop (one of the most frequently used in the Caltrain system) and the California Avenue station. Bus service is primarily provided by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) and limited service is provided by SamTrans (San Mateo County Transit District), Dumbarton Express, and Stanford’s Marguerite Shuttle. Since 2012, the City of Palo Alto’s population has remained relatively consistent with around 66,000 residents, whereas the median household income has increased by 55 percent. Image 1 and Table 3 shows the key demographic indicators as obtained from 2023 U.S. Census ACS 1-Year estimates. Image 1: Palo Alto Demographic Indicators Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 1-Year Estimates. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 891 of 1165 1. Introduction | 32 Table 3: Palo Alto Demographic Indicators DEMOGRAPHIC INDICATOR ESTIMATE Total Population 65,881 Population Density 2,846 Population per square mile Sex ratio (males per 100 females)98.6 Average Household Size 2.35 High School Graduate or Higher 97.6% Median Household Income $184,068 Per Capita Income $97,307 Unemployment Rate 3.5% Mean Travel Time to Work 20.4 minutes Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 1-Year Estimates. 1.5.1 KEY DESTINATIONS There are several key destinations, community amenities, and resources within a walkable distance of half a mile and a bikeable distance of two miles of many Palo Alto residents. In this context, key destinations include both residential origins and non-residential destinations. Key destinations include medical and education centers, grocery stores, childcare centers, pharmacies, parks, libraries, and transit stops. Additionally, there are areas within the City where residential densities are higher than average; some of these areas are reflected in the Mixed Use and Other High Intensity Uses categories on Figure 1. Figure 1 identifies key destinations, or existing activity generators, that will benefit from improved bicycle and pedestrian connections. Figure 2 illustrates the 10-minute walk and bike sheds (area that is accessible within 10-minutes of walking or biking based on the existing street network without consideration of available existing facility) for major transit stops, which include Caltrain stations and bus stops served by rapid bus service. These walk and bike shed areas represent the majority of populated areas within the City. Bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure improvements on streets and sidewalks connecting to these stops are critical in providing safe and comfortable connections to transit. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 892 of 1165 33 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k Stanford Medical Center Lucile Packard Children's Hospital VA Palo Alto Medical Care System Stanford Shopping Center Downtown Shopping Area Town & Country Village California Avenue Shopping Area Midtown Shopping Center Downtown Library Children's Library Rinconada Library Lucie Stern Community Center Mitchell Park Community Center Cubberley Community Center Jewish Community Center College Terrace Library Palo Alto Medical Foundation Santa Clara County Superior Court Palo Alto Transit Center Stanford Research Park East Bayshore San Antonio Road/ Bayshore Corridor Alma Village Edgewood Plaza Palo Alto Art Center Charleston Shopping Center Public Safety Building Ventura Community Center & Bicycle Safety Park !!TC __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F City of Palo Alto Commercial Neighborhood Commercial Mixed Use Employment District or Other High-Intensity Uses School Parks and Open Space Community Center Library Medical Center Shopping Center/Area Employment Center !!TC Transit Center Rapid Bus Stop Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 1: Existing Activity Generators Note: Icon is in a general area, not the exact location. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 893 of 1165 34 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F 10-Minute Walk Area 10-Minute Bike Area Rapid Bus Stop Caltrain Station City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 2: Walk and Bike Sheds for Major Transit Stops Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 894 of 1165 1. Introduction | 35 1.6 Relationship to Other Documents The 2012 BPTP, along with a variety of local, regional, state and federal plans, legislation, and policy directives, provides guidance for the development and safe operation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The following section highlights relevant themes and findings from existing plans and policies. Across various plans, there is strong alignment on promoting sustainability, climate action, and increasing the rate of people walking and biking. Common vision and goals include: • Increasing biking and walking trips for all purposes • Constructing and maintaining safe and accessible streets for walking and biking and people of all ages and abilities • Developing a network of bikeways, pathways, and traffic-calmed streets that connect various business districts, residentials areas, open spaces and parks • Improving the aesthetics of walkways and bike paths to attract more walking and biking trips • Reducing the overall vehicle miles traveled (VMT) • Seeking to improve the quality of life, as well as environmental quality, economic health, and social equity The 2030 City of Palo Alto Comprehensive Plan introduces programs and policies such as collecting bicycle counts and conducting surveys to understand bicycle use (Program T1.16.1); encouraging participation in local walking and biking events (Program T1.16.4); providing facilities that encourage walking and biking (Policy T-1.19); and prioritizing investments for enhanced pedestrian access and bicycle use within Palo Alto (Program T1.19.2).3 Furthermore, the policies align with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s (MTC) Regional Active Transportation Plan4 and City’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program. 3 City of Palo Alto. 2030 Comprehensive Plan. (2014) Accessed from https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Planning- Development-Services/Housing-Policies-Projects/2030- Comprehensive-Plan 4 Metropolitan Transportation Commission. Regional Active Transportation Plan. (2023) Accessed from https://mtc.ca.gov/ planning/transportation/bicycle-pedestrian-micromobility/ regional-active-transportation-plan The City’s Sustainability/Climate Action Plan (S/CAP) sets an ambitious goal to reduce community-wide GHG emissions 80% below 1990 levels by 2030, with transportation identified as a major focus area. The plan aims to cut transportation-related emissions at least 65% below 1990 levels by accelerating EV adoption, expanding public and private charging infrastructure, electrifying municipal fleets, and promoting e-bikes and other light electric vehicles. It also targets a 12% reduction in total vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by 2030 and seeks to increase active transportation and transit mode share for local work trips from 19% to 40% through bicycle and pedestrian plan implementation, transit expansion, transportation demand management (TDM), smart parking, and supportive land use policies. Overall, the transportation strategy emphasizes feasibility, equity, electrification, and reducing single-occupancy vehicle travel while aligning infrastructure and land use decisions with long-term climate resilience. The common themes from the review of documents surrounding the needs and challenges include: • Limited access to commercial areas • Insufficient bike parking • Safety concerns at crossings and high-traffic areas • Environmental risks • Funding uncertainty • Bicycle theft, and • Poor infrastructure maintenance Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 895 of 1165 1. Introduction | 36 1.6.1 RELATIONSHIP TO CITY’S ONGOING EFFORTS At the time of the 2026 BPTP development, the City of Palo Alto was advancing several related planning efforts, including: • Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan • 2023-2031 Housing Element • San Antonio Road Area Plan • Downtown Housing Plan • South Palo Alto Connectivity Project • Quarry Road Transit Connection at El Camino Park • Car-Free Streets: California Avenue and Ramona Street • El Camino Real Pavement, Rehabilitation, and Bikeways • Cubberley Community Center Project The BPTP team engaged with staff and consultants leading these initiatives to ensure coordination and consistency across planning efforts. Recommendations from projects that were further along in their development, such as the SS4A Safety Action Plan and the 2023–2031 Housing Element, were incorporated into the BPTP as appropriate. The Safety Action Plan prioritizes addressing risks for pedestrians on major downtown streets, pedestrians on arterials at night, youth bicyclists, broadside collisions between bicyclists and vehicles, and bicycle crossings on high- stress streets. The Housing Element highlights that improvements to walking and biking infrastructure can reduce household transportation costs and enhance residents’ quality of life. It also promotes strategies such as Pedestrian-Transit Oriented Development (PTOD) and mixed-use land development to foster more walkable and bikeable communities. Other efforts, including the San Antonio Road Area Plan and the South Palo Alto Connectivity Project, were still in progress at the time of 2026 BPTP development. The 2026 BPTP recognizes that the outcomes of these ongoing projects will continue to inform and influence the recommendations presented in this plan. The following active transportation projects are recommended as a part of the plans reviewed: • Across barrier connections across the City (Adobe Creek Highway 101 Overcrossing (completed), Caltrain/Alma Barrier Crossing at Matadero Creek (ongoing via the South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Connectivity Project) • Trails and Shared Use Pathway projects (including Embarcadero Road / Rinconada Park Sidepath and Adobe Creek Reach Trail (completed)) • Bicycle boulevard projects (including Castilleja- Park-Wilkie Bicycle Boulevard and Bryant Street Bicycle Boulevard Update) • Intersection spot improvements (including El Camino Real Intersection Through-Markings (completed) and Charleston Road at Middlefield Road Bicycle Through-Lanes (completed) • Infrastructure Programs (including Bicycle Parking Corral / Rack Installation Program (on-going) and Pedestrian Countdown Signals & Crossings Program (on-going)) • System rehabilitation and Maintenance (including Castilleja Street-Park Boulevard and Lytton Avenue (completed)) • Design, Feasibility, and Planning (including Middlefield Road “Complete Street” Plan Line Study and Embarcadero Road Plan Line Study (completed)) • Non-Infrastructure - Education Encouragement (including Citywide Traffic Counts and Data Collection and Bike Palo Alto! / Palo Alto Sunday Streets (on-going)) • Freeway interchange improvements (I-280/Page Mill Interim Improvements (completed)) • Planned Bicycle Bridge/Undercrossing (Stanford Avenue /Seale Avenue, San Francisquito Creek Trail (Bay Trail Crossing Complete), Adobe Creek Bridge (complete)) Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 896 of 1165 1. Introduction | 37 1.7 Public Outreach Summary The development of the 2026 BPTP was guided by an extensive, four-phase community engagement process: 1) Visioning; 2) Needs & Concerns; 3) Recommended Projects and Programs; and 4) Plan Adoption. The community engagement effort included a combination of digital outreach and in-person events. The City promoted events on the City’s website, social media channels, “Transportation Connect” mailing list, tabling and community events, Uplift local newsletter, and at the Committee and Working Group meetings. Image 2: Four Phases of Engagement Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 897 of 1165 1. Introduction | 38 Key Themes from Phase 1: • Safety is the top priority, particularly for students traveling to and from school. • Strong demand for separated bikeways or wider bike lanes and safer street crossings. • Need for a seamless network that crosses major barriers (e.g., highways, rail). • Direct connections to schools, transit hubs, and key community destinations. • Integration of e-bikes and other micromobility options. • Emphasis on high-quality design, including comfort, aesthetics, wayfinding, and shade. • Education, outreach, and ongoing community input are essential. PHASE 1: VISIONING The initial phase focused on establishing a shared vision through a variety of public engagement activities. A variety of methods were used to engage the public, including an interactive map, public survey (developed and distributed in partnership with the Safe Streets for All Action Plan team), a series of seven committee and working group meetings, an in-person pop-up event at Bike Palo Alto, and a virtual community visioning workshop. The interactive map received nearly 1,000 unique comments, with 54 percent citing safety concerns and 29 percent requesting new infrastructure. Many comments emphasized the need to close connectivity gaps in the bicycle network, improve safety, expand bike lanes for greater comfort, and provide infrastructure near schools. Key themes emerging from engagement with committee and staff working groups surfaced several key themes: 1) safety, especially for students; 2) demand for high-quality walking and biking infrastructure; 3) the need for across-barrier connections over obstacles like U.S. 101 and Caltrain; 4) interest in transformative technologies (e.g., e-bikes, sensors); and 5) alignment of transportation planning with future growth areas such as San Antonio Road. At the Bike Palo Alto event, residents echoed the importance of separated bikeway and identified El Camino Real as a major barrier. The visioning workshop led to the development of a vision statement and the objectives presented in Chapter 2. Image 3: Virtual Visioning Workshop held on January 31, 2024 Image 4: Bike Palo Alto Event held on October 1, 2023 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 898 of 1165 1. Introduction | 39 PHASE 2: NEEDS & CONCERNS The second phase of engagement included a series of committee and working group meetings and a week- long series of events and workshops that included a bicycle network development workshop, a community walking tour, and a community cycle tour. The Bikeway Network Development workshop guided participants to identify key destinations, connect destinations through a schematic “Star” network, and apply the schematic network to the street grid. The resulting networks highlighted the need for crossing across railway tracks and opportunities to improve facilities on major roads such as Middlefield Road, El Camino Real, and Embarcadero Road. The community walking tour, hosted in partnership with Avenidas (a senior activity center), explored University Avenue and the Palo Alto Caltrain Station area. Feedback from the tour contributed to the development of the Pedestrian Design Guidelines. The community bike tour, organized with the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition, involved 24 community members and covered a range of existing bicycle facility types over a seven-mile bike ride. Participants emphasized the need for a continuous low-stress network, stronger connectivity, and infrastructure that supports riders of all ages and abilities. Image 5: Bicycle Network Development Workshop Image 6: Community Walking Tour Key Themes from Phase 2: • Strengthen the existing network by addressing critical gaps. • Prioritize improvements along key corridors, including San Antonio Road, Alma Street, Embarcadero Road, Middlefield Road, and El Camino Real. • Enhance sidewalk continuity, wayfinding, and placemaking in pedestrian-oriented areas such as University Avenue and California Avenue. • Enhance the design of transitions between different bicycle facility types to ensure a continuous and intuitive riding experience. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 899 of 1165 1. Introduction | 40 PHASE 3: RECOMMENDED PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS This phase sought feedback on draft project and program concepts through focus group meetings (3), committee meetings (3), commission meetings (2), a public workshop, tabling and public events, online interactive map feedback and electronic feedback submissions. Discussions with focus groups, commission and committee members highlighted concerns about the cost and return on investment on bikeways on “Big Streets.” There appeared to be consensus on the need for micromobility supporting infrastructure, pedestrian-oriented streets, implementation of bike boulevards, Quick-Build projects, wayfinding, and, most importantly, safety enhancements. The City held a joint workshop for the 2026 BPTP and South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Connectivity5 project at the Mitchell Park Community Center. Key takeaways included strong support for expanding the pedestrian toolbox with features such as pedestrian beacons, pedestrian-only zones, raised crossings, wider sidewalks, permanent wayfinding, and improved bike parking. Feedback on separated bikeways was mixed. In addition to in-person events, the BPTP team prepared an online interactive map and feedback form. The map tool collected over 400 public comments, with 40 percent expressing support for improvements along corridors like Homer Avenue, Channing Avenue, Quarry Road, Charleston Road, and Oregon Expressway. Some (13%) raised concerns about specific treatments, while 24 percent opposed certain proposals, particularly where they could impact vehicle traffic—such as on San Antonio Road, Middlefield Road, and Embarcadero Road. Several commenters suggested leveraging creek corridors for non-motorized transportation. The feedback form received over 100 responses, which largely supported making Palo Alto more bike- and pedestrian-friendly but also raised concerns about the safety and practicality of certain recommend projects, particularly those involving busy arterial roads and parking removal. 5 City of Palo Alto. South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Connectivity Accessed from www.paloalto.gov/bikepedcrossings Key Themes from Phase 3: • Mixed reactions to “Big Streets” projects while they provide direct connections, many questioned their overall return on investment. • Strong call for a clearer prioritization framework that accounts for real-world constraints. • Desire for more pedestrian-focused recommendations. • Emphasis on improving overall network connectivity and cohesion. • Support for non-infrastructure strategies such as education, policy tools, funding mechanisms, and planning for emerging mobility modes. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 900 of 1165 1. Introduction | 41 PHASE 4: PLAN ADOPTION Staff presented the draft 2026 BPTP to PABAC, PTC, and the City Council for review and adoption as a part of the final phase of engagement. Feedback focused on refining the project list and clarifying project descriptions. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 901 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 42 2. EXISTING FACILITIES AND CONDITIONS 42 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 902 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 43 2.1 Existing Pedestrian Facilities Facilities1 that support people walking include sidewalks, shared-use paths, and trails, as well as crossing facilities such as curb ramps, high intensity activated crosswalk beacons, and marked and unmarked crosswalks. Amenities such as street furniture, pedestrian-scale lighting, pedestrian-oriented wayfinding, shade, benches, water fountains, and landscaping also serve to support and create an environment that is convenient and inviting for people walking. 1 A facility is a physical element of the transportation system that is designed to support safe, comfortable, and accessible travel by walking, biking, rolling, or using mobility devices. This chapter provides an overview of walking and biking in Palo Alto and presents relevant demographic data, existing walking and biking infrastructure, the High Injury Bicycle and Pedestrian Network, and the results of the bicycle level of traffic stress analysis. This inventory and analysis of existing conditions sets the stage for identifying pedestrian and bicycle needs and informs the prioritization process and network recommendations. A pedestrian is someone traveling on foot along sidewalks, crosswalks, or pathways. This also includes individuals using assistive devices such as canes, walkers, or wheelchairs. A bicyclist is a person riding a bicycle, which may include pedal-powered bicycles, electric bicycles (e-bikes) with pedal-assist or throttle features, and adaptive bicycles such as hand-cycles or tricycles. Shared micromobility refers to the use of small, low-speed vehicles like bicycles and scooters that are available for public rental on a short-term basis. Pedestrian crossing at El Camino Real. Source: City of Palo Alto Midblock crossing at City Hall Source: City of Palo Alto Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 52 Packet Pg. 903 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 44 Crossing at Quarry Road. Source: City of Palo Alto Pedestrians crossing El Camino Real. Source: City of Palo Alto Sidewalks are generally provided throughout Palo Alto on its arterial and residential streets, providing walking connectivity to destinations such as schools, parks, retail, and transit. However, there are some gaps in the sidewalk network, including around key walking destinations such as rail and bus rapid transit stops. For example, the presence of sidewalk gaps along Palo Alto Avenue and Alma Street (near Palo Alto Transit Station) and along San Antonio Road (near San Antonio Transit Station) affect the directness and convenience of walking to and from high quality transit service. In addition, some neighborhoods may lack complete sidewalk networks on their residential streets, such as those within proximity of San Antonio Transit Station as well as Barron Park. Marked crosswalks are provided at signalized and unsignalized intersections in the City. However, there are locations where consistent marked crosswalks are lacking. For example, at-grade arterials and expressways which bisect the City can have marked crosswalks that are limited and distant from one another. In addition, some signalized intersections do not provide marked crosswalks at all four legs, requiring pedestrians to undertake a three-stage crossing; for example, this condition occurs in proximity of Palo Alto Transit Station. Some signalized intersections also lack pedestrian crossing signals especially in key commercial areas like Downtown Palo Alto. The unsignalized intersections of side streets at arterial streets often lack marked crosswalks in any direction; for example, this condition is present near California Avenue Transit Station along streets such as Page Mill Road, California Avenue, and El Camino Real. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 53 Packet Pg. 904 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 45 2.2 Existing Bicycle Facilities Facilities that support people bicycling include bike lanes, bike boulevards, separated bikeways, shared-use paths, and trails, as well as crossing facilities such as protected intersections and conflict zone markings. Amenities such as bicycle parking, bicycle-oriented wayfinding, and bicycle signals also serve to support and create an environment that is convenient and inviting for people bicycling. The City of Palo Alto has been a pioneer in developing bicycle facilities, having implemented the first Bicycle Boulevard in the United States on Bryant Street in the 1970s. The corridor is named in honor of Ellen Fletcher, a longtime councilwoman and former Palo Alto Vice-Mayor who helped transform the City into a nationally recognized bike-friendly community through her persistent advocacy. The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) defines four classes of bicycle facilities: Class I, II, III, and IV, as illustrated in Image 7. In addition to these statewide classifications, the City of Palo Alto uses further sub- classifications: Class IIa – standard bike lanes, Class IIb – buffered bike lanes, Class IIIa – bike routes, and Class IIIb – bike boulevards. Image 7: Types of Bicycle Facilities Source: Caltrans, Toward an Active California, State Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, 2017. Note: A pedestrian or bicycle facility is any infrastructure designed to support, enhance, and encourage bicycle use by improving the safety and convenience for pedestrians or bicyclists. A “facility” is a physical element of the transportation system that is designed to support safe, comfortable, and accessible travel by walking, biking, rolling, or using mobility devices. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 54 Packet Pg. 905 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 46 The 2026 BPTP proposes the six bicycle facility types illustrated and described in Image 8 and Image 9. Image 8: Updated Bicycle Facility Types Image 9: Bicycle Facility Types TYPE OF FACILITY DESCRIPTION Class I Shared Use Path A shared use path is a physically separated path from vehicles that can be used by both pedestrians and bicyclists. They should be implemented adjacent to high volume collectors and arterial roads where speeds and volumes are high. They can also be implemented through parks and recreational areas. The City of Palo Alto has an extensive existing shared use pathway network that is used for both recreational and non-recreational use as they are low-stress routes that are attractive, comfortable, and for people of all ages and abilities. Considerations: Shared use paths must be designed with care at intersection crossings, to promote visibility and proper yielding behavior. At high user volumes, increased width or user-separated zones should be considered. Challenges: Limited right-of-way and gaps in the trail network that hinder connections to key destinations. Environmental considerations, such as potential impacts to habitat areas or heritage trees, also pose constraints. In addition, trail maintenance can be difficult when responsibilities are shared across multiple agencies. Class IIa Bicycle Lanes A bicycle lane is a dedicated lane for bicycles that is visually separated from the motor vehicle lane through pavement markings. As they are only visually separated, bike lanes should only be implemented on low-to-moderate collector roads where the speeds are less than or equal to 30 mph. Repurposing the public space for dedicated bicycle facility. Bike lanes should be at a minimum of 5 feet but preferably 6 feet when space allows. Considerations: Existing bike lanes that are 4 feet should be updated when possible. Challenges: Limited right-of-way, safe crossings at intersections and driveways, vehicle parking considerations, and conflicts with right- turning vehicles. 2.2.1 BICYCLE FACILITIES Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 55 Packet Pg. 906 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 47 TYPE OF FACILITY DESCRIPTION Class IIb Buffered Bicycle Lanes A buffered bicycle lane is similar to a painted bicycle lane, but it has an extra painted buffer to create more space between bicyclists and motorists. A buffered bike lane should be implemented on collector roads with low to moderate volumes, around 4,000-6,000 vehicles per day (vpd). Considerations: Parking lane or travel lane reconfiguration may be necessary to create space for buffered bike lanes. Challenges: Limited right-of-way, safe crossings at intersections and driveways, vehicle parking considerations, and conflicts with right- turning vehicles. Class IIIa Advisory Bike Lanes An Advisory Bike Lanes or Edge Lane Road is a treatment where people riding bicycles and motor vehicles share the road space. These should only be used on local streets or on collectors with low volumes and speeds. With low traffic volumes drivers can negotiate the reduced space, then the travel area can then be reduced to 1 lane for two-way travel, and advisory bike lanes can be painted on either side. Considerations: Advisory bike lanes are an experimental and emerging facility type. Outreach and education should be conducted before any installation to promote user awareness and project success. Challenges: They are suitable only for roadways with low traffic volumes and low vehicle speeds, and vehicle parking considerations. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 56 Packet Pg. 907 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 48 TYPE OF FACILITY DESCRIPTION Class IIIb Bicycle Boulevards A bicycle boulevard is a low-stress shared roadway, where bicycles are prioritized and share the roadway with motor vehicle traffic. A bicycle boulevard should be implemented on a local street or a collector where speeds are low, and volumes are typically less than or equal to 2,000 vpd. A bicycle boulevard is recognizable based on the wayfinding, traffic calming treatments such as detached sidewalks and curb extensions. Gateway treatments should be implemented along major roadway entrances to indicate to drivers that they are entering a bicycle boulevard and to slow their speeds. Stop signs should be oriented to favor bicycle travel. Traffic filters should also be installed along the route to manage traffic access and keep motor vehicle volumes low. Design exceptions should be considered for situations such as SRTS Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps. Considerations: For bicycle boulevards to provide a low-stress experience, traffic volumes and speeds must be intentionally managed and monitored over time. Challenges: They are suitable for roadways with low traffic volumes. Additionally, designing safe and efficient crossings at major streets presents a significant challenge. Note: Sharrows and other ground-stencils may be appropriate for bicycle boulevards as a way to identify them, and for wayfinding purposes. Class IV Separated Bikeway A separated bikeway, also referred to as a Protected Bike Lane, is a dedicated facility for bicycles that is physically separated from motor vehicle traffic. Separated bikeways should be implemented above 6,000 vpd, or when motor vehicles are travelling above 30 mph, and it is unsafe for them to mix and share the same space. Separated Bikeway travel area width should be 5 feet to 7 feet with an additional 2- to 3-foot or larger buffer depending on the available road space. Considerations: Care should be taken at intersections to improve the visibility and slow the speed of turning drivers. Maintenance of separated bikeway spaces is important to maintain their usability. Challenges: Limited right-of-way, safe crossings at intersections and driveways, vehicle parking considerations, and conflicts with right- turning vehicles. Source: Mobycon, 2025 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 57 Packet Pg. 908 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 49 2.2.2 BICYCLE SUPPORT FACILITIES In December 2024, the BPTP team conducted a comprehensive inventory of bicycle parking facilities along University Avenue, Hamilton Avenue, and Lytton Avenue between Middlefield Road and the Palo Alto Downtown Caltrain Station. Figure 4 shows the distribution of bicycle parking locations within this area. The team identified a total of 142 locations, providing capacity for up to 679 bicycles in a variety of rack types, including inverted U – circular, inverted U - rectangle, series inverted U, elevated racks, wave racks, and lockers. High utilization was observed at many locations, particularly near University Avenue and the Caltrain Station. Most bike parking is conveniently located on or near sidewalks. However, some individuals were observed securing bicycles to sign poles or trees, likely for convenience, limited availability, or because the type of bike parking provided is difficult to use. Table 4: Existing Bicycle Network in 2012 vs 2025 FACILITY TYPE 2012 2025 Class I Multi-Use Path 13.9 11.7 Class II Bike Lane 33.2 34.6 Class II Buffered Bike Lane 3.3 Class III Shared Lane 8.0 12.6 Class III Bicycle Boulevard 4.2 7.1 Class IV Separated Bikeway*4.3 TOTAL 59.3 73.5 Source: 2012 BPTP Note: *Separated bikeways are also referred to as protected bike lanes. 2025 values include Caltrans’ Class IV separated bikeway on El Camino Real. 2012 lane mile data is sourced from the 2012 BPTP; 2025 lane mileage is calculated using the 2025 roadway centerline file. The Class I length has not decreased between 2012 and 2025—differences are due only to the calculation method. Figure 3 illustrates the existing bikeway network in Palo Alto and surrounding jurisdictions. In 2012, the City had 59.3 miles of bikeways. Since then, approximately 14 miles have been added, bringing the total to 73.5 miles as of 2025. Notably, there were no Class II buffered or Class IV separated bikeway in 2012; today, the City has 3.3 miles of buffered bike lanes and 4.3 miles of separated bikeways. Table 4 includes comparison between 2012 bicycle network mileage with existing network in 2025. 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Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIa - Bike Route Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Trail !f Ped/Bike Bridge !s Ped/Bike Underpass City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Railroad Caltrain Station Library Community Center Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 3: Existing Bicycle Facilities Map Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 59 Packet Pg. 910 of 1165 51 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Ham i l t o n A v e Uni v e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e Hom e r A v e For e s t A v e Eve r e t t A v e Cow p e r S t Wave r l e y S t Brya n t S t Eme r s o n S t Alma S t Webs t e r S t Palo Alto Caltrain __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Elevated Inverted U Wave Locker Other Study Area City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space Commercial Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 500 1,000 Feet As of 9/1/2025 Figure 4: Existing Bicycle Parking Location Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 60 Packet Pg. 911 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 52 Bicycle Parking Easy access to secure parking makes bicycling a more attractive option. People are more likely to ride if they know they’ll find a safe place to lock up their bike near their destination. Lack of parking often leads to uncertainty or inconvenience, discouraging trips by bike. Bicycle parking is generally categorized into short-term and long-term installations. These two kinds of parking serve different needs, and the starting point for most bike parking projects is recognizing whether the installation should serve short-term users, long-term users, or both. If users typically park for two hours or longer, they are likely to value security and shelter above the convenience and ease that should characterize short-term parking.1 Image 10 shows common short-term bicycle parking options that are currently available in the City. 1 Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals. Essentials of Bike Parking. 2015 Image 10: Bicycle Parking Types - Short-Term Source: Kittelson, 2025 Inverted U - Circular Elevated Inverted U - Rectangle Wave Locker Series Inverted U Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 61 Packet Pg. 912 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 53 Short-term parking shall be visible from and close to the entrance it serves—50’ or less is a good benchmark. When installing sidewalk racks, maintain the pedestrian through zone. Racks should be placed in line with existing sidewalk obstructions to maintain a clear line of travel for all sidewalk users. Image 11 shows guidance on placement and spacing requirements for bicycle racks. Additionally, the City could explore opportunities to install high security smart racks such as integrated electronic locking swingarms.1 Long-term parking is designed to meet the needs of employees, residents, public transit users, and others with a need to park for several hours and leave their bicycles unmonitored. Appropriate locations for long- term parking vary with context. Long-term parking facilities should anticipate the presence of a variety of bicycles and accessories, including—depending on context—recumbents, trailers, children’s bikes, long- tails, and others. To accommodate trailers and long bikes, a portion of the racks should be on the ground and should have an additional 36” of in-line clearance. The 2026 BPTP’s recommended policies and programs for bicycle parking are described in Section 3.4, Policies and Programs. 1 BART. High Security Bike Racks. Accessed from https://www. bart.gov/guide/bikes/parking Image 11: Placement and Spacing Requirements Source: APBP Essentials of Bike Parking. 2015 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 62 Packet Pg. 913 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 54 Wayfinding Signs Wayfinding involves the use of signs, maps, and other visual cues to help people navigate through an area. Effective wayfinding systems improve accessibility and user experience. Image 12 illustrates the comprehensive bicycle wayfinding sign system family, incorporating both fundamental and enhanced wayfinding components. Image 13 shows the existing signs in Palo Alto that assist bicyclists in wayfinding. The 2026 BPTP includes a program to develop a non-motorized wayfinding plan connecting bicycle and pedestrian facilities with key local and regional destinations such as schools, trails, parks, and rail stations. Additionally, the wayfinding facilities will be implemented as part of the bicycle and pedestrian projects. The 2026 BPTP’s recommended policies and programs for wayfinding are described in Section 3.4, Policies and Programs. Image 12: Types of Wayfinding Signs Source: Alta Planning + Design, 2025 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 63 Packet Pg. 914 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 55 Image 13: Existing Signs in Palo Alto Source: City of Palo Alto, Kittelson and Mobycon, 2025 Bicycle Boulevard Sample Signage Temporary Wayfinding Signs Sign regulating direction Bicycle Boulevard Sign at Bryant Street and Forest Avenue Sign at Caltrain Station Sign regulating parking and bike lanes Downtown Pedestrian Wayfinding Signs Bicycle Wayfinding Signage Wayfinding Sign assisting with confirmation and navigation Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 64 Packet Pg. 915 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 56 2.3 Safe Routes to School Program The Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program represents a local community partnership between the City of Palo Alto, Palo Alto Unified School District (PAUSD), and Palo Alto Council of (PTA.) The partnership mission is to reduce risk to students en route to and from school and encourage families to choose healthy, active, sustainable alternatives to driving solo more often. Educating Student Bicyclists and Pedestrians Palo Alto’s history as a bicycle-friendly town is about more than its flat terrain and many bicycle facilities, it’s about shared community values. In 2025, SRTS partners recognized the thirty-year anniversary of the Palo Alto School District (PAUSD), Parent Teacher Association (PTA), and City of Palo Alto-supported Safe Routes to School (SRTS) education program. Educational efforts, in tandem with engineering and encouragement programming, are foundational to helping families enjoy safe, active, healthy, sustainable school commutes in Palo Alto. Beyond Education, Encouragement and Engineering, Engagement, Evaluation, and Equity considerations guide partnership outcomes and considerations. Key 30-year achievements include: 1. National Recognition - Compared with national walk/bike school commute percentages of 11 percent, more than 53 percent of Palo Alto students walk and bike to school. Since 2016, students have completed approximately 17 million walk/bike school commutes, reducing risk for families who walk and bike and improving access for families who must drive. 2. Lifelong Safety Skills - More than 23,000 students in the Palo Alto Unified School District have received 560 minutes, (nine hours) of in-school transportation safety education between grades K-6 compared with 45 minutes of third grade education in 1991. Palo Alto’s Bicycle Life Skills program, including Bicycle Rodeo events, have helped thousands of families gain confidence and learn important road-sharing safety skills. Palo Alto is one of the few communities to offer such robust safety education programming. In 2025, the City constructed the Bay Area’s first bicycle safety education traffic garden at Ventura Community Center to enhance offsite programming to even more students throughout Palo Alto and the surrounding community. 3. Car Trip Reductions - A 76-mile network of dedicated school commute bicycle lanes, boulevards and shared-use pathways, bicycle rack and facilities upgrades at all PAUSD campuses and the subsequent 2016 development of twenty Walk and Roll Suggested School Route to help families navigate this network has helped prevent the carbon emissions equivalent of more than 3,500 gasoline-powered cars annually, eliminating roughly 3,824,000 car trips from local roadways between 1994 and 2025. 4. Parent Involvement - During the past three decades, more than 450 parent volunteers have stepped up to serve as PTA-appointed Transportation Safety Representatives at each PAUSD school. Parents are essential to validating SRTS Partner projects and programming and setting community expectations. PTA Transportation Safety Events include the biannual Walk and Roll to School days and in-school, 3rd Grade Bicycle Life Skills lessons rodeos. Safe Routes to School Policies In the face of changing transportation habits, SRTS policies ensure families have a voice in shaping Palo Alto’s local transportation landscape. SRTS is directly referenced in four City Comprehensive Plan 2030 Programs and Policies. In 2021, the PAUSD Board of Education-approved a dedicated SRTS policy. SRTS is also cited in the 2022 Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (S/CAP). In 2025, unanimous support from the PAUSD Board of Education, City Council and Palo Alto Parent Council of PTAs (PTAC) led to the renewal of an updated SRTS Partnership Agreement, rededicating Palo Alto to the SRTS Partnership’s mission, goals and objectives. The 2026 BPTP builds off these efforts by prioritizing bicycle and pedestrian connectivity to schools, and by recognizing the foundational nature of this work within the Office of Transportation. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 65 Packet Pg. 916 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 57 Moving Toward the Future of Safe Routes to School Between 2017 and 2022, a City School Transportation Safety Committee-approved Palo Alto a Five-Year Action Plan. Core objectives are paraphrased below: 1. Adopt and institutionalize key SRTS practices and policies 2. Provide SRTS education programs, materials and communications 3. Expand and enhance events and encouragement programs and materials 4. Gather data to assess and improve SRTS program outcomes 5. Engineer routes to school to develop a more safe and efficient network for families 6. Increase awareness & engagement between City Departments and the community 7. Commit to an equitable distribution of SRTS resources Five-Year Plan yearly strategic objectives yielded a mean completion rate of 72 percent, while Five-Year Work Plan ongoing objectives yielded a 100 percent completion rate. Several emergent trends, including a post-pandemic contraction of parent involvement, transit service reductions, restricted school access and the adoption of new transportation modes suggest that a second SRTS Five-Year Action Planning process may help support 2026 BPTP implementation, in addition to helping reverse net losses in post-pandemic active school commute mode share at the secondary level. For three decades, the SRTS Partnership has shaped Palo Alto’s identity as a leader in student bicycling and walking. Its achievements, millions of active commutes, improved infrastructure, and parent engagement, demonstrate the power of collaboration. While pandemic-related disruptions and emerging mobility trends present new challenges, the Partnership’s history of resilience and innovation provides a strong foundation for Palo Alto to continue supporting safe, healthy, and sustainable school commutes for the next generation. THE PALO ALTO BICYCLE SAFETY PARK In 2025, the City installed a Traffic Garden at the Ventura Community Center. The course, roughly the size of two basketball courts, is designed to serve as a hands-on classroom for young cyclists to learn road safety and cycling skills. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 66 Packet Pg. 917 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 58 2.4 Walking and Biking Activity Existing walking and biking activity data was analyzed, including travel characteristics such as the purpose of the trip, trip duration, time of day, origin and destination, and traveler demographics. This information is used to identify improvements that would lead to the highest return on investment. The 2026 BPTP utilizes surveys, counts, and location-based data from Replica to understand the existing walking and biking activity. The Spring 2023 data from Replica was included as part of this analysis for bicycle and pedestrian trips originating within two miles of city limits. Replica (Big-Data provider) uses a comprehensive modeling technique that simulates the movements of residents, visitors, and commercial vehicles based on a synthetic population. This synthetic population is statistically representative of our community and constructed from a blend of mobile location data, consumer/resident data, built environment data, economic activity data, and, when available, bike and pedestrian counts. 2 Replica uses cell phone telemetry data to determine the relative popularity of points of interest. However, it’s important to note that this data isn’t utilized to determine the mode of transportation for a trip. This is because the GPS-derived speed of a device lacks the precision necessary to differentiate between modes such as bus trips and biking trips. Instead, the determination of a trip’s mode is based on factors such as the proximity between the origin and destination, the availability of roadways suitable for bicycles and pedestrians, as well as household and commute characteristics. These variables collectively influence the mode choice. Replica’s methodology allows us to explore mobility patterns with a granularity previously unattainable, offering detailed insights into how, when, and why different population segments navigate our City. Such detailed modeling can uncover latent needs and opportunities for infrastructure improvements that might not be evident from traditional data sources alone. As with other mobile device–based datasets, Replica data may not fully represent all population groups, with potential underrepresentation of seniors, children, lower-income households, and individuals less likely to carry smartphones or enable location tracking. This would result in undercounts in areas such as around schools. 2 For more information on Replica methodology, visit: https://documentation.replicahq.com/docs/seasonal-mobility-model- methodology-summary-places Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 67 Packet Pg. 918 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 59 Walking Activity Based on Replica data, the highest percentage of walking trips were associated with shopping (31%), work (9%), and restaurant (9%) related trips. With only 7% of the population, Hispanic and Latino travelers represent 20% of the total walking trips. With about 15% of the population, people aged 18-34 made almost 37% of the total walk trips. The peak time for pedestrian trips occurs between 3 and 5 p.m. Most walking trips (60%) are under 10 minutes with a mean of 11 minutes and median of 7 minutes. Most walking trips (56%) are under 0.5-mile, and 96% of trips are under two miles. Major destinations include Stanford University with other walking hubs in downtown, Barron Park, and Adobe Meadow/Meadow Park. Biking Activity Based on Replica data, the highest percentage of biking trips was associated with schools and colleges (17%), followed by shopping (11%) and work (8%) trips. With only 7% of the population, Hispanics and Latinos represent 20% of the total bike trips. With about 15% of the population, people aged 18-34 made almost 45% of the total bike trips. The highest percentage of trips in the morning occurs at 7 a.m., constituting around 11% of the overall bike trips. Over 59% of trips take place between 12 noon and 9 p.m., with the peak time observed at 3 p.m., representing 13% of the total bike trips. The average bike trip is 14.2 minutes, and the median travel time is 10 minutes. The average bike trip length is 2.5 miles, and 56% of trips are less than two miles in length, 23% are between 2 and 4 miles, and 20% are over two miles. Walking and Biking in Numbers To assess existing walking and biking activity at key locations, 12-hour bicycle and pedestrian counts were conducted from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 32 locations citywide on both a weekday and a weekend in May 2024. The highest pedestrian activity was recorded along University Avenue on both days, followed by Embarcadero Road and California Avenue. Pedestrian volumes were relatively consistent across the morning, midday, and evening peak periods, with slightly higher activity observed during the morning peak. Bicycle activity was highest along Bryant Street, particularly near Churchill Avenue. On weekdays, bicycle volumes peaked in the morning, while weekend activity was more evenly distributed throughout the day. Note: A trip is a movement by a person between places. A trip begins when a person leaves a place and ends when a person stops to do a non-travel activity in a place. For example: If a person walks from home to a cafe, sits down to drink a coffee, and then walks to work, two trips have occurred. A person can use multiple modes within a single trip. For example: If a person walks to the bus stop and then takes the bus to work, this is a single trip with two trip segments. When a trip involves multiple modes, the trip is assigned a primary mode by using the following ranking: 1) Public transit, 2) Driving (private auto)/Auto passenger/Taxi/TNC, 3) Biking, 4) Walking. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 68 Packet Pg. 919 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 60 2.4.2 POTENTIAL AND FUTURE ACTIVITY Approximately 49% of all vehicle trips are less than two miles (10-minute biking distance), presenting an opportunity for a potential transition to walking and biking. With a diverse land use mix and improved bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, there is a possibility to encourage a mode shift towards active transportation. Furthermore, the City is exploring the option of shared micromobility options, and the rising popularity of e-bikes could further assist the City in achieving its climate action goals of reducing transportation-related Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 65% below 1990 levels. Figure 5 shows the latent demand score for walking and biking. The latent demand score is a measure of the relative amount of walking or biking activity that would be expected on each roadway segment based on proximity to key destinations and the quality of the existing pedestrian or bicycle facility. The highest demand for pedestrian and bicycle facilities is around the Downtown Caltrain Station and California Avenue Caltrain Station. This map was developed based on the key destinations and their relative usage. The other locations with the highest demand include areas near Mitchell Park and JLS Middle School stretching west of El Camino Real along Arastradero Road. Investing in bicycle infrastructure improvements along these roadways would be most beneficial in serving the major activity generators. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 69 Packet Pg. 920 of 1165 61 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Low Demand High Demand City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 5: Demand for Walking and Biking Improvements Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 70 Packet Pg. 921 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 62 2.5 Barriers to Walking and Biking Barriers to safely and comfortably walking and biking in Palo Alto can take many forms, such as: • Linear barriers, including freeways/highways, water bodies, and rail lines that lack comfortable crossings. • Gaps in pedestrian facilities, including sidewalks, curb ramps, crosswalk markings, and signals, or the street network itself (e.g., disconnected cul-de-sacs). Major barriers in Palo Alto were analyzed to determine where people may need to take detours and increase the length of their walking and biking trips. This assessment is summarized below. Linear barriers in Palo Alto consist of the following, as illustrated in Figure 6: • Freeways and highways – Major roadway barriers such as the Bayshore Freeway (US 101), (which provides limited crossing opportunities at the bicycle and pedestrian bridges at Adobe Creek and Embarcadero), spaced-out ramp locations, as well as expressways such as the Oregon Expressway which do not provide marked crossing opportunities at several side-street intersections. • Water bodies – Channels such as Adobe Creek or Matadero Canal cannot be crossed by an easily accessible street or pedestrian bridge. • Rail lines – Freight and passenger rail lines often provide few and distant crossing opportunities for all modes, significantly increasing the distance of walking trips. Freeways/highways, water bodies, and rail lines were analyzed to answer the following questions: How far does someone need to walk to cross a barrier at an available crossing location? Is there a lack of available crossings at a barrier that requires someone to travel a significant distance around that barrier? 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Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Rail Barrier Freeway/Highway Barrier Waterway Barrier High Traffic Roadway Barrier !f Ped/Bike Bridge !s Ped/Bike Underpass City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Railroad Caltrain Station Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 6: Linear Barriers Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 72 Packet Pg. 923 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 64 Note that the linear barriers assessment specifically focuses on freeways/highways, water bodies, and rail lines, and does not assess major streets which can be stressful for walking and bicycling and serve as barriers. This assessment found that a number of linear barriers affect the convenience of walking and bicycling in Palo Alto: • A lack of consistently available crossing opportunities across Highway 101 results in noticeable detours for walking trips. The most significant gap in crossing opportunities occurs between the two walking and bicycling bridges over the highway, limiting access to the Adobe Creek Loop Trail. • People walking and bicycling may need to divert and increase their trip lengths to pass around Adobe Creek, especially to the south. This highest level of diversions occur in the area between the Los Altos-Palo Alto Bike Path and the Foothill Expressway, where the creek runs between the Alta Mesa Memorial Park to the west and residences to the east. • Crossing Matadero Canal may require detours that approximately double the walking or bicycling trip distance, which can be increased due to the presence of the rail line. • There are multiple areas along the rail line where substantial walking and bicycling diversions are required for crossing. These include the approximately 0.65-mile gap between the Churchill Avenue and California Avenue crossings and the approximately 1.3-mile gap between the California Avenue and Meadow Drive crossings in south Palo Alto. Barriers to transit access consisting of gaps in pedestrian facilities and street network connectivity were assessed in the areas surrounding the City’s rail stations and high-frequency bus stops, as shown in Figure 7. Gaps in safe and convenient walking access to high-quality transit vary throughout the City: • Near the Palo Alto Station, Palo Alto Transit Center, and El Camino Real/Embarcadero Road bus stops, barriers to transit access consist of channelized turn lanes, crossing locations with missing marked crosswalks, and sidewalk gaps, including longer segments where a sidewalk is only provided on one side of the street. • Near the California Avenue Station and El Camino Real/California Avenue bus stops, barriers to transit access include missing crosswalks, sidewalks (south side of the California Avenue Caltrain Station parking lot), and a channelized turn-turn lane at the intersection of El Camino Real and Page Mill Road. • Near the San Antonio Station and El Camino Real/Charleston Road bus stops, barriers to transit access primarily consists of a lack of sidewalks in residential neighborhoods and along a portion of San Antonio Road. 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∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Caltrain Station ®¯U Rapid Bus Stop Rail Station Half-Mile Buffer Rapid Bus Stop Quarter-Mile Buffer Railroad City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, VTA, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 7: Transit Barrier Study Areas Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 74 Packet Pg. 925 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 66 2.6 Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress Bicycle level of traffic stress (LTS) is a rating given to a road segment or crossing indicating the traffic stress it imposes on bicyclists. Levels of traffic stress range from 1 to 4 with LTS 1 indicating low stress facility and LTS 4 indicating a high stress facility, as shown in Image 14. Image 14: Relationship between LTS and Comfort The segment analysis considers roadway functional classification, vehicle volume, posted or prevailing vehicle speeds, number of vehicle lanes, the presence of on-street parking, and vehicle parking and bicycle lane widths. Figure 8 shows the LTS results from segment analysis. Streets with the highest stress levels or least comfortable conditions for bicyclists are typically those with narrow bike lanes (less than 5.5 feet), higher speeds (over 35 mph), multiple travel lanes, and adjacent on-street parking. Based on these criteria, the most stressful segments were identified along Alma Street between Embarcadero Road and San Antonio Road, Oregon Expressway between the US 101 ramps and El Camino Real, San Antonio Road between Casey Avenue (Mountain View) and Alma Street, and Foothill Expressway between Page Mill Road and the southern city limit. The crossing analysis considers the right-turn lane configuration and length, bike lane approach, vehicle turning speeds, and the presence of a median refuge. Among the 1,233 intersections, 139 are signalized and are assigned LTS 1 as traffic signals do not create a barrier and provide a protected way across. The remaining low stress intersections are typically located on residential streets characterized by low speeds and minimal vehicular activity. Notably, the corridors with the highest stress levels, including El Camino Real, Alma Street, San Antonio Road, and Oregon Expressway, are associated with the majority of high stress intersections. Figure 9 shows the LTS results from the crossing analysis. LTS 1 California Avenue in front Greene Middle School LTS 2 Hanover Street near Page Mill Road LTS 3 Meadow Drive near Wilkie Way LTS 4 San Antonio Road near Leghorn Streets Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 75 Packet Pg. 926 of 1165 67 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F LTS 1 (Most Comfortable) LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4 (Least Comfortable) City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Stop Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles Note: Split lines are only used for roadways with different conditions per direction (for example: bike lane in only one direction or parking only on one side), otherwise all roads are shown with only a centerline. As of 9/1/2025 Figure 8: Segment LTS Results Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 76 Packet Pg. 927 of 1165 68 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F LTS 1 (Most Comfortable) LTS 2 LTS 3 LTS 4 (Least Comfortable) City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 9: Intersection LTS Results Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 77 Packet Pg. 928 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 69 2.7 Collision Analysis Analyzing pedestrian- and bicyclist-involved collisions helps understand the location, severity, circumstances, and timing of collisions affecting people walking and biking. The BPTP team analyzed recent collision data to help determine the streets and types of improvements that should be prioritized to make it safer for people walking and biking. This assessment is summarized in the following section. Table 5 presents an overview of the five-year collision data. For the five years under review, a total of 104 pedestrian and 257 bicycle collisions were reported in the City of Palo Alto, with three collisions involving both pedestrians and bicyclists. Around 12%, or 12, of the pedestrian collisions resulted in a fatality (3 collisions) or severe injury (9 collisions). Around 5%, or 13, of the bicycle collisions resulted in a fatality (one collision) or severe injury (12 collisions). Figure 10 and Figure 11 shows these collisions organized by year and severity and Figure 12 and Figure 13 maps these by severity. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 78 Packet Pg. 929 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 70 Key pedestrian and bicycle collisions trends include: • Severity: Collisions involving people walking or biking were more likely to result in an injury or a fatality compared to motor vehicle collisions. Approximately 12% of pedestrian collisions and 5% of bicycle collisions resulted in a fatality or severe injury. • Temporal Trends: The number of pedestrian and bicycle collisions has been decreasing over the most recent five-year period (2018-2022) likely reflecting the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on traffic patterns. • Bicycle Collision Types: The most commonly-cited collision types for bicyclist-involved collisions were broadside collisions (61%) followed by sideswipe collisions (13%). For fatal and severe injury bicycle collisions specifically, the most common collision types were broadside collisions (54%), followed by head-on and hit object collisions (15% each). • Pedestrian Collision Factors: The most commonly- cited primary collision factors (PCFs) for pedestrian-involved collisions were pedestrian right of way (51%) followed by pedestrian violation and improper turning (13% each).3 For fatal and severe injury pedestrian collisions specifically, the most common PCFs were pedestrian violation at (42%), improper turning (25%), and pedestrian right of way at (17%). • Bicycle Collision Factors: The most commonly- cited PCFs for bicycle-involved collisions were improper turning (21%), automobile right of way (19%), and riding on the wrong side of the road (13%). For fatal and severe injury bicycle collisions specifically, the most common PCFs were improper turning and traffic signals and signs (23% each).4 3 Pedestrian Right-of-Way Violation – Occurs when a driver fails to yield to a pedestrian who has the legal right-of-way, such as at a marked or unmarked crosswalk (CVC §21950). Pedestrian Violation – Refers to instances where a pedestrian fails to follow traffic laws, such as crossing outside of a crosswalk (CVC §§21954, 21955). Improper Turning – Describes a collision caused by a motorist making a left or right turn that violates traffic regulations, such as turning from the wrong lane or failing to yield appropriately (CVC §§22100–22101). 4 Traffic Signals and Signs - describes a party disobeying a traffic control device, such as a traffic signal or roadside sign (CVC §§38280-38302). The BPTP team conducted an analysis of the collision data and the City’s roadway network to identify a set of bicycle and pedestrian high-injury streets, together called a High-Injury Network (HIN).5 For the 2026 BPTP, the Bicycle HIN is defined as the top 10 roadway segments with the highest concentration of bicycle collisions, weighted by severity. Similarly, the Pedestrian HIN is defined as the roadway segments with the highest concentration of pedestrian collisions. Note, the Palo Alto Safety Action Plan also identifies an HIN which accounts for collisions involving all travel modes, including collisions involving motor vehicles only. The bicycle and pedestrian HIN constitutes the worst-performing street segments based on both the frequency and the severity of collisions involving people walking and biking. The bicycle HIN and pedestrian HIN are shown in Figure 14. Bicycle HIN Includes • Wilton Ave between Park Blvd and El Camino Real • W Meadow Dr between Alma St and El Camino Way • Alma St between Meadow Dr and El Verano Ave • Gailen Ave between Bibbits Dr and Grove Ave • Quarry Rd between El Camino Real and Welch Rd • Hamilton Ave between Alma St and Guinda St • Melville Ave between Channing Ave and Embarcadero Rd • California Ave between Park Blvd and Hanover St • Charleston Rd between Alma St and San Antonio Rd • E Meadow Dr between Fabian Way and Alma St Pedestrian HIN Includes • High St between Lytton Ave and Channing Ave • Quarry Rd between El Camino Real and Vineyard Ln • El Dorado Ave between Alma St and Cowper St • South Ct between Oregon Expy and Matadero Creek • Hamilton Ave between Alma St and Guinda St • California Ave between Park Blvd and Hanover St • Waverly St between Lytton Ave and Churchill Ave • Charleston Rd between Alma St and San Antonio Rd • University Ave between Alma St & Woodland Ave • Loma Verde Ave between Alma St & Bayshore Rd 5 Palo Alto Safety Action Plan defines the high-injury network (HIN) as street segments with a high number of crashes, including KSI crashes and crashes involving vulnerable users (bicyclists, pedestrians, youth, and seniors) in the City. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 79 Packet Pg. 930 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 71 Table 5: Collision Data Summary (2018-2022) PARTIES INVOLVED FATAL SEVERE INJURY MODERATE INJURY MINOR INJURY REPORTED TOTAL Pedestrian 3 (2.9%)9 (8.7%)49 (47.1%)43 (41.3%)104 Bicyclist 1 (0.4%)12 (4.7%)175 (68.1%)69 (26.8%)257 Source: Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS) data from January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2022 Figure 10: Total Number of Pedestrian Collisions by Year and Severity Figure 11: Total Number of Bicycle Collisions by Year and Severity Source: Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS) data from January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2022 Source: TIMS data from January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2022 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 80 Packet Pg. 931 of 1165 72 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Fatal and Severe Injury Other Injuries City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson, TIMS 2018-2022 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 12: Pedestrian Collisions by Severity (2018 – 2022)Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 81 Packet Pg. 932 of 1165 73 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Fatal and Severe Injury Other Injuries City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson, TIMS 2018-2022 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 13: Bicycle Collision by Severity (2018 – 2022)Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 82 Packet Pg. 933 of 1165 74 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Bicycle High Injury Network Pedestrian High Injury Network City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson, TIMS 2018-2022 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 14: Bicycle and Pedestrian High Injury Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 83 Packet Pg. 934 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 75 2.8 Shared Micromobility, E-Bikes, E-Cycles, and E-Motos Electrification of the transport system has expanded in various ways with the development of electric bicycles (e-bikes) (which now out-sell electric cars in the USA) and e-scooters. The widespread use of internet-connected mobile phones has also allowed shared mobility to take off with bike, e-cycle, and e-scooter sharing systems being implemented in cities around the world. A summary of shared micromobility, e-bikes, and e-cycles is presented in this section. Electric Bicycles, E-Cycles, and E-Motos: CVC 312.5 defines e-bikes as “a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts.” California Vehicle Code CVC 21(a) preempts cities from regulating e-bike traffic provisions unless the legislature specifically authorizes it.6 Use of the term ‘E-bikes’ specifically references California Vehicle Code § 1271-classified electric bicycles that do not exceed 20 mph (Class 1 and 2) and pedal assist-bicycles that do not exceed 28 mph (Class 3). In Palo Alto, transportation staff use the term ‘e-cycles’ to reference the broadest category of electrified one, two and three-wheeled vehicles, including bicycles, tricycles, scooters, one-wheels, mopeds, e-motos and off-highway vehicles, regardless of wattage or legal status. The classification and regulation of electric cycles, including e-bikes, is an emergent issue with ongoing policy considerations happening at the state and local level.7 For example, Senate Bill 1271 introduced new regulations for e-bikes in California, including Class 3 e-bikes are now required to be pedal assist-only with no throttle allowed, and all e-bikes must have functional pedals. E-motos are electric mopeds, electric motorcycles, and electric dirt bikes that are much more powerful and faster than electric bicycles. E-motos may have motors with thousands of watts of power that far exceed the 750 watts allowed for a legal e-bike. They are equipped with throttles and can go in excess of 30 mph, some achieving speeds of 65 mph. Unlike e-bikes, e-motos are considered “motor-driven cycles” and are subject to federal motor vehicle safety standards. 6 California Vehicle Code. Defining electric bicycle classes and standards. Accessed from https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/vehicle- code/veh-sect-312-5/ 7 Check the California Vehicle Code for current definitions and regulations related to e-bikes. E-bikes and e-cycles enable people to travel further by bicycle and can contribute to increased mode shifts and decongestion if they are replacing trips that would otherwise be made by personal automobile. Studies have shown that e-bike riders travel further and cycle more often with one study from 2020 finding that after purchasing an e-bike, riders increased their total bicycle usage from 1.3 miles to 5.7 miles per day and that their share of all trips made by bike increased from 17 percent to 49 percent. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 84 Packet Pg. 935 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 76 The advantages of e-bikes likely outweigh the disadvantages, especially when they replace motor vehicle trips. However, there are some challenges that must be addressed. E-bikes can allow users to travel at relatively high speeds which may present a safety risk to e-bike users and other active transportation users (pedestrians, traditional cyclists) around them when there is a great speed differential. Additionally, while e-bikes are not drastically different than traditional bicycles, safely and effectively accommodating them in the transportation system may require wider facilities and additional separation to enable faster riders to overtake slower ones. Facility recommendations and design guidance developed for this 2026 BPTP consider potential increases in bike volumes and greater speed differential related to increases in e-bike usage. Furthermore, a number of manufacturers and retailers sell throttle-controlled, high-powered e-motos as e-bikes. For decades, the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program has emphasized risk reduction as its primary goal and will continue promoting the use of conventional bicycles as the preferred onramp for helping students learn to share the road safely and responsibly. Policy recommendations developed for this BPTP consider effective regulation and education on E-bikes for all, and separate Electric Bicycle Engagement and Management Strategies to partner with local groups to ensure responsible use of personal electric mobility devices.8 8 Data from Marin County shows that youth aged 10-15 have five times the serious injury rate on electric devices and based on counts at local Marin County middle schools. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 85 Packet Pg. 936 of 1165 2. Existing Facilities and Conditions | 77 The City of Palo Alto adopted a one-year bicycle and electric scooter sharing pilot program in March 2018 (CMR #8546) and developed permit guidelines for vendors to operate within the City of Palo Alto. The City Council extended the pilot program in 2019 (Resolution #9822), in 2020 (Resolution #9882), and in 2021 (Resolution #9914). The pilot program implementation was initially delayed due to staff resources and delayed further as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pilot program expired on September 30, 2022, and other shared micromobility partnerships have not been secured since the 37-bike system run by Motivate was discontinued. The City of Palo Alto began the Shared Micromobility Feasibility Study in December 2024 to determine a program structure that would best serve the City’s goals for mobility, environmental sustainability, and fiscal solvency. The recommendations from the Feasibility Study will inform the design of a new pilot program. Shared Micromobility: The United States Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) defines micromobility as “any small, low- speed, human- or electric-powered transportation device, including bicycles, scooters, electric-assist bicycles, electric scooters (e-scooters), and other small, lightweight, wheeled conveyances”. Generally, micromobility vehicles (or devices) are expected to operate in the same road space as bicycles, using bike lanes and paths if available, otherwise sharing the roadway with motorists. While there is no California statewide law specifically permitting or prohibiting riding a bicycle on a sidewalk, the State DMV does not allow motorized scooters to be used on sidewalks and does not allow them to exceed 15 mph. In Palo Alto, riding these devices on sidewalks in the Cal Ave and Downtown Business Districts is prohibited.9 Under California Vehicle Code, e-scooter users under the age of 18 must wear a helmet and users must have a valid driver’s license. Over the past decade, a variety of shared micromobility systems have emerged with the most common being shared e-scooters and e-bike share systems. While e-bikes and e-scooters are the most common form of micromobility, other forms are emerging including e-cargo bikes, mopeds, and neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs), although these forms of mobility are yet to become widespread. Advancements in technology have allowed many systems to now use a hybrid docked and dockless system based on geofencing. Municipalities and operators can now designate specific zones for parking shared micromobility vehicles, reducing the need for docking infrastructure while still allowing the municipality control over where vehicles can park. California’s New Daylighting Law (AB 413) makes it illegal to park within 20 feet of the approach of any marked or unmarked crosswalk, even if the approach does not have any red curbs painted. This provides an opportunity for the City to allow parking of bicycles and shared micromobility.10 9 City of Palo Alto. Bicyclist FAQs: Sharing the Road. Accessed from https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/transportation/ safe-routes-to-schools/sharing-the-road_-bicyclist-faqs-1.pdf 10 California Bicycle Coalition. Nine Uses for Daylighting Space. Accessed from https://www.calbike.org/nine-uses-for-daylighting- space/ Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 86 Packet Pg. 937 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 78 3. RECOMMENDATIONS 78 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 87 Packet Pg. 938 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 79 The vision for the 2026 BPTP includes creating a safe, comfortable bicycle and pedestrian network that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. To build on the strengths of the existing bikeway network, the recommended bikeway network is structured around two tiers: The Low-Stress Bicycle Network and the Complete Vision Bicycle Network. Low-Stress Bicycle Network The Low-Stress Bicycle Network forms the foundation for citywide bicycle connectivity, expanding on existing low-stress routes between neighborhoods. Built primarily around Bicycle Boulevards, this network uses traffic-calmed local streets to provide safe, comfortable routes through residential areas. It also includes key connections to adjacent cities and destinations. Major streets with separated bikeways are included on the Low-Stress Bicycle Network only where the street network is disconnected and major roadways are the only way to/through a neighborhood. The City’s near- term investments will focus on the Low-Stress Network, closing gaps in the existing network and providing greater access to transit and schools within the next ten years. Complete Vision Bicycle Network The Complete Vision Bicycle Network represents the long-term vision for a fully connected, all-ages-and- abilities bikeway system. It expands the Low-Stress Network by adding separated bikeways on major streets, filling critical gaps and enabling direct connections to destinations. Implementation of this network involves more significant changes to street design, delivering transformative improvements in safety, access, and mobility. This network includes new railroad crossings and connections to those longer-term crossings. This chapter describes the network corridor criteria, project identification and prioritization process, and pedestrian districts and recommendations. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 88 Packet Pg. 939 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 80 3.1 Bicycle Network Corridor Criteria To guide bicycle network development, the following development approach and network corridor criteria were applied. The approach includes primary network development criteria which was further supplemented with secondary criteria for network refinement. 3.1.1 PRIMARY NETWORK DEVELOPMENT CRITERIA The network is built on the 2012 BPTP and refined with recent planning efforts in Palo Alto and the region including MTC Regional Active Transportation Plan; VTA Bicycle Superhighway Implementation Plan, and SRTS Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps. The 2026 BPTP team synthesized recommendations from existing plans and projects to identify where there was agreement and where there was less planning consensus. The primary network development criteria are presented in Table 6. Table 6: Primary Network Development Criteria ATTRIBUTE SOURCE CRITERIA RATIONALE 2012 Plan Network Palo Alto 2012 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Route included in the 2012 plan network Foundation of the plan update. Existing Bicycle Facility 2024 Existing Bicycle Facilities map Route exists today as a formal bicycle facility Existing routes have value by virtue of their presence and current use. Palo Alto Bicycle Map Palo Alto Bicycle Map Route included in the City published user map. User map published by the City of Palo Alto, identifying bike friendly routes today. High Injury Network for Bicyclists 2024 High Injury Network for Bicyclists Route identified as a high injury network street in the 2024 BPTP Collision and Safety Analysis Route is a potential safety hazard today, may be enhanced to become an important or improved network link. 2016 Bike Boulevard Improvements Project City of Palo Alto Bike Boulevards Improvements Project Route included in Bike Boulevard Improvement Project Detailed planning of future bicycle boulevard implementation offers a more recent vetting of viable routes. Network Development Workshop 2024 Network Development Workshop Outcomes Route identified on the 2024 Network Development Workshops Network development workshops identified key destinations and potential direct routes between them. Regional Active Transportation Plans MTC Regional Active Transportation Plan; VTA Bicycle Superhighway Implementation Plan Route identified as a part of the regional AT network or Bicycle Superhighway Plan Regionally significant connection between communities. Safe Routes to School SRTS Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps Route identified on SRTS Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps Important connection to schools as a priority destination Source: Mobycon, 2025 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 89 Packet Pg. 940 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 81 3.1.2 SECONDARY CRITERIA FOR NETWORK REFINEMENT Where multiple route options exist, the 2026 BPTP team used secondary criteriawere used to support route selection and refinement. When selecting between alternative routes the following was considered: • More direct routes to activity generators, as identified in the Existing Activity Generators map (see Figure 1). • Traffic stress conditions as identified in the LTS Analysis to identify routes with more favorable existing conditions. • Direct alignment with high demand flows as identified in the Activity Analysis map of Bicycle Origins and Destinations. • Routes that overcome barriers identified in the Major Barriers Analysis. 3.2 Recommended Bicycle Network and Facilities 3.2.1 BICYCLE NETWORK Figure 15 shows the updated bikeway network and bicycle friendly zones developed using the network corridor criteria explained in the previous section. The map extends outside the City limits to illustrate the potential regional connections. It presents the complete vision of the bicycle network, including both the existing facilities and the low-stress network. Bicycle-Friendly Zones are cohesive areas with concentrations of destinations, commercial activity, and pedestrian activity. These areas should see area-wide investment in bicycle-friendly amenities such as signal timing and traffic calming. A bicycle friendly zone is an area where cycling is convenient, comfortable, and direct on all of the streets within a designated area and is the preferred method of transportation. The 2026 BPTP proposes three such zones: the commercial areas surrounding University Avenue and California Avenue, and the public-use area around Mitchell Park and Cubberley. All streets within these zones, particularly those identified on the bicycle network, should incorporate traffic-calming features to enable bicyclists and other micromobility users to safely and comfortably share the roadway. Wayfinding and zone-specific signage should also be provided to clearly indicate entry into a Bicycle-Friendly Zone. 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Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k Cast i l l e j a A v e Midd l e f i e l d R d Han s e n A v e Qu a r r y R d __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY LOS ALTOS HILLS F Recommended Bikeway Network Bicycle-Friendly Zones City of Palo Alto !f Ped/Bike Bridge !s Ped/Bike Underpass Park/Open Space School/University Commercial Center Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson, Mobycon 0 1 2 Miles To East Palo Alto To Menlo Park To Mountain View To Los Altos As of 9/1/2025 To Stanford Figure 15: Recommended Bicycle Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 91 Packet Pg. 942 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 83 3.2.2 BICYCLE FACILITIES SELECTION APPROACH The 2026 BPTP team took a simplified facility selection approach to the different types of bicycle facilities was chosen for the updated bikeway network presented in 4.2.1. The approach is informed by the Dutch CROW Design Manual for Bicycle Traffic1, the FHWA Bikeway Selection Guide2, and the NACTO All Ages & Abilities Bikeways guidance3. The bicycle facility selection approach (Image 15) first looked at road classification (local, collector, and arterial). Then traffic volumes followed by posted speeds were examined. Given the limited availability of traffic volumes, the network criteria relied on community input, and on-ground knowledge from the in-person working session in April 2024.4 The team applied this approach to each segment of the bikeway network and the facilities were selected based on the approach but also considered in the greater network and whether they met the 2026 BPTP vision and objectives. 1 CROW. “CROW Manual Updates Bike Lane Width Recommendations” CROW, 2023. 2 Federal Highway Administration. Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Guide and Countermeasure Selection System: FHWA-SA-18-077. U.S. Department of Transportation, 2018. 3 National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO). “Choosing the Age and Ability of Bicycle Facility.” NACTO, n.d., 4 BPTP Team conducted a series of site visit in April 2024 to understand the roadway context. This is further described in the community engagement section. Image 15: Bicycle Facility Selection Approach Source: Mobycon, 2025 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 92 Packet Pg. 943 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 84 3.2.3 RECOMMENDED BICYCLE NETWORK Figure 16 shows the Complete Vision Bicycle Network map. The Complete Vision Network represents the long- term vision for a fully connected, all-ages-and-abilities bikeway system. This map also includes existing bicycle facilities that are not being upgraded to illustrate the full network once fully implemented. The Complete Vision Network includes some lower-priority projects that may be reevaluated as the City grows. In the near term, the focus will be on developing the low-stress bicycle network, as described in the following section. Low-Stress Bicycle Network Figure 17 shows the Low-Stress Bicycle Network map. The Low-Stress Bicycle Network is the foundation for citywide bicycle connectivity, focused on delivering safe, comfortable, and familiar routes in the near term. It builds upon the City’s existing network of low-stress streets, primarily composed of shared-use paths and neighborhood-based Bicycle Boulevards, to rapidly expand access with minimal disruption and promote broad community support. This approach prioritizes calm, residential routes that are already preferred by many community members, rather than rely on separated bikeway on busy arterial streets. Through public engagement, Bicycle Boulevards were identified as the most comfortable and familiar type of bikeway, offering a practical path forward with fewer trade- offs in terms of cost, complexity, and impacts to vehicle traffic or parking. The Low-Stress Network emphasizes continuity and citywide coverage. While most of the network is routed along local streets, Class IV separated bikeway are included in strategic locations—specifically on high-traffic gateway corridors where no safe, parallel alternative exists and where regional connectivity demands it. Additionally, short segments of separated bikeways may be used to close key gaps between Bicycle Boulevards, enhancing network cohesion. The goal is to create a citywide bikeway system that is connected, calmed, and protected, delivering meaningful benefits to people biking now while laying the groundwork for a more complete network in the future. By focusing on what works well today, the Low-Stress Network allows the city to move quickly and cost-effectively toward a safer, more accessible future for active transportation. As shown in Table 7, 2026 BPTP Complete Vision Network includes a total of 94 bicycle projects, representing 61 miles of upgraded and new bicycle facilities. In addition, the 2026 BPTP includes 35 crossing projects, 6 special projects, and 5 studies. The Low Stress Network includes a total of 54 of the 94 bicycle projects, representing 30 miles of upgraded and new bicycle facilities. A total of 25 bicycle projects, representing almost 19 miles of upgraded and new facilities, are prioritized on the Near-Term Project List, along with 24 crossing projects, 3 special projects, and 3 studies. Table 8 provides the list of projects that make up the Complete Vision Network. Appendix A: List of Projects includes project descriptions and maps by bicycle facility type. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 93 Packet Pg. 944 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 85 Table 7: Summary of Recommend Bicycle Projects PROJECT TYPE COMPLETE VISION NETWORK LOW-STRESS NETWORK NEAR-TERM PROJECTS Number of Recommend Projects Length (Miles) Number of Recommend Projects Length (Miles) Number of Recommend Projects Length (Miles) Shared Use Path (Class I)14 8.2 6 1.0 2 0.6 Bicycle Lane (Class IIa)12 4.1 9 3.4 2 0.4 Buffered Bicycle Lane (Class IIb)10 5.9 9 5.1 5 2.2 Advisory Bike Lane (Class IIIa)2 0.3 2 0.3 0 Bicycle Boulevard (Class IIIb)24 19.7 17 12.3 7 8.3 Separated Bikeway (Class IV)32 22.9 11 7.8 9 7.3 Total 94 61.1 54 29.9 25 18.8 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME ABL_1 Embarcadero Road Advisory Bike Lane at Harriet Mundy Marsh ABL_2 Geng Road Advisory Bike Lane BBL_1 Homer/Channing/Guinda Avenue Buffered Bike Lane BBL_2 Newell Road Buffered Bike Lane BBL_3a Hanover Street to Bol Park Path Buffered Bike Lane BBL_3b Hanover Street Buffered Bike Lane BBL_4 El Camino Way Buffered Bike Lane BBL_5 Embarcadero Road Buffered Bike Lane: East Bayshore to Baylands BBL_6 Loma Verde Avenue Buffered Bike Lane: Alma Street to Middlefield Road BBL_7 Cambridge Avenue Buffered Bike Lane BBL_8 California Avenue Buffered Bike Lane BBL_9 Amaranta - Coulombe Buffered Bike Lane BL_1 North California Avenue Bike Lane BL_2 Channing Avenue Bike Lane BL_3 Addison Avenue Bike Lane BL_4 Portage - Olive - Ash Bike Boulevard BL_5 Stanford Avenue Bike Lane connection to Hanover BL_6 California Avenue Bike Lane BL_7 Page Mill Road Bike Lane BL_8 Loma Verde Bike Lane BL_9 Colorado Ave Bike Lane BL_10 East Bayshore Road Bike Lane-from San Francisquito Creek to Embarcadero Road BL_11 West Bayshore Road Bike Lane Table 8: Project List In addition to bikeway projects in the table, we are recommending 35 crossing projects, 6 special projects, and 5 studies. Of these non- bikeway projects, 24 crossing projects, 3 studies, and 3 special projects are priority projects. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 94 Packet Pg. 945 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 86 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME BL_12 Arastradero Road BLVD_1 Clark Way Bike Boulevard BLVD_2 Bryant Street Bike Boulevard Downtown Access Project BLVD_3 Everett Avenue Bike Bike Boulevard BLVD_4 Guinda Street Bike Boulevard BLVD_5 Hamilton-Greer Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_6 Kingsley Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_7 Chaucer - Hamilton - Hale - Boyce Bike Boulevard BLVD_8 Greer Road Bike Boulevard BLVD_9 La Donna - Barron - Josina - Bike Boulevard BLVD_10 Saint Francis - Oregon Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_11 Faber Place Bike Boulevard BLVD_12 Amarillo Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_13 Garland Drive Bike Boulevard BLVD_14 Seale Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_15 Cowper Street Bike Boulevard BLVD_16 Colorado Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_17 Stanford Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_18 Bryant - Nelson - Carlson - Mackay Bike Boulevard BLVD_19 Laguna - Los Robles Avenues Bike Boulevard BLVD_20 Maybell - Donald - Georgia Bike Boulevard BLVD_21 Hanover Street Bike Boulevard BLVD_22 Park Boulevard Bike Boulevard BLVD_23 Margarita Avenue Bike Boulevard BLVD_24 Portage-Olive-Ash Bike Boulevard under NVCAP BLVD_CROSSING_1 Chaucer Street crossing of University Avenue BLVD_CROSSING_2 Carlson Street Crossing of E Charleston Rd BLVD_CROSSING_3 Wilkie Way Crossing of West Charleston Road BLVD_CROSSING_4 Cowper Street Crossing of East Meadow Drive BLVD_CROSSING_5 Seale Avenue Bike Boulevard Crossing of Middlefield Road BLVD_CROSSING_6 Faber Place Crossing at Embarcadero Road BLVD_CROSSING_7 Greer Road Crossing of Embarcadero Road BLVD_CROSSING_8 St Francis Drive crossing of Embarcadero Road BLVD_CROSSING_9 Cesano Ct Connection BLVD_CROSSING_10 Bryant St crossing of E Meadow Dr BLVD_CROSSING_11 Nelson Dr crossing of E Charleston Rd BLVD_CROSSING_12 Cowper Street Crossing of Embarcadero Road CROSSING_1 Seale Avenue Bike/Ped Undercrossing for the Churchill Avenue Grade Separation CROSSING_2 Everett Avenue Tunnel CROSSING_3 California Avenue Tunnel - Pedestrian/Bicycle Shared Use Enhancements Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 95 Packet Pg. 946 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 87 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME CROSSING_4 New parallel tunnel for bicycles at California Avenue. Caltrain Station to Alma Street CROSSING_5 Palo Alto Transit Center/University Avenue Undercrossing CROSSING_6 Sutter Avenue crossing of Middlefield Road CROSSING_7 Embarcadero Crossing to Renzel Trail over East Bayshore Road CROSSING_8 Hanover Street entrance to Bol Park Bike Path enhancement CROSSING_9 Matadero Creek Highway 101 Seasonal Undercrossing CROSSING_10 Midtown Bicycle and Pedestrian Undercrossing CROSSING_11 Embarcadero Crossing Reconstruction INTERSECTION_1 Page Mill Road and Hanover Street Intersection Improvement INTERSECTION_2 West Meadow Drive and El Camino Way Intersection Improvement INTERSECTION_3 Quarry Road and El Camino Real Protected Intersection INTERSECTION_4 Greer Road and Oregon Expressway Intersection INTERSECTION_5 California Avenue and El Camino Real Protected Intersection INTERSECTION_6 Park to Serra Protected Intersection INTERSECTION_7 E Charleston Road and San Antonio Road Intersection INTERSECTION_8 E Charleston Road and Middlefield Road INTERSECTION_9 Maybell Avenue and El Camino Real INTERSECTION_10 Embarcadero Road and El Camino Real Protected Intersection INTERSECTION_11 Quarry Road and Arboretum Road Protected Intersection INTERSECTION_12 San Antonio Road and Middlefield Road SB_1 Deer Creek Road Separated Bikeway SB_2 Arboretum Road Separated Bikeway SB_3 Quarry Road Separated Bikeway SB_4 El Camino Real Separated Bikeway SB_5 Hillview Avenue Separated Bikeway SB_6a Alma Street Separated Bikeway to Menlo Park SB_6b Alma Street Separated Bikeway - North SB_7 Lytton Avenue Separated Bikeway: Alma Street to Guinda Street SB_8 Foothill Expressway Separated Bikeway SB_9 Hamilton Avenue Separated Bikeway: Middlefield Road to Bryant Street SB_10 University Avenue Separated Bikeway SB_11a Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway Connection to Menlo Park SB_11b Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway Connection to Garland Drive SB_11c Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway SB_11d Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway SB_12 Homer Avenue Separated Bikeway SB_13a Arastradero Road Separated Bikeway SB_13b Arastradero Road Separated Bikeway SB_14 Embarcadero Separated Bikeway: Middlefield Road to Newell Road SB_15 Embarcadero Road Separated Bikeway: Greer Road to E. Bayshore Road Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 96 Packet Pg. 947 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 88 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME SB_16 Embarcadero Road Separated Bikeway: Full Corridor SB_17 East Bayshore Road Separated Bikeway: Embarcadero Road to Renzel Trail SB_18 East/West Meadow Drive Separated Bikeway SB_19 Alma Street Separated Bikeway - South SB_20a San Antonio Avenue Separated Bikeway SB_20b San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway SB_20c San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway into Mountain View SB_21a East Charleston Road Separated Bikeway: Industrial Avenue to Middlefield Road SB_21b East Charleston Road Separated Bikeway: Middlefield Road to Alma Street SB_22 West Charleston Road Separated Bikeway SB_23 Fabian Way Separated Bikeway SB_24 Churchill Ave Separated Bikeway SUP_1 Quarry Road Transit Extension Project SUP_2 Embarcadero Town & Country Shared Use Path SUP_4 Page Mill Road Shared Use Path SUP_5 Oregon Expressway Shared Use Path SUP_6 Matadero Canal Shared Use Path SUP_7 Barron Creek Shared Use Path SUP_8 San Antonio Road Shared Use Path SUP_9 Cubberley Community Center Shared Use Path SUP_10 Palo Alto Avenue Shared Use Path SUP_11 Hansen Way Shared Use Path SUP_12 Homer Tunnel to Caltrain Connection SUP_13 Embarcadero Road Shared Use Path: Alma to Emerson SUP_14 Bol Park Path - Chimalus Path Spur SUP_15 El Camino Park - El Palo Alto Park Connection SpecProj_1 Hamilton Ave Pedestrian Signal Heads SpecProj_2 Downtown Green Wave SpecProj_3 Ellen Fletcher Bike Blvd Project SpecProj_4 Stanford Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Improvements: multiple locations Study_1 Southern Palo Alto Bicycle and Pedestrian Railroad Crossing Study and Implementation Project Study_2 Embarcadero Road Corridor Study Study_3 Matadero Canal Shared Use Path Feasibility Study Study_4 Bryant Blvd & E Meadow Crossing Feasibility Study Study_5 Cal Ave Station Gap Closure project CS_1 California Avenue Community Street SS_1 University Avenue Slow Street Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 97 Packet Pg. 948 of 1165 89 !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !s !s !s !s !s __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 To East Palo Alto To Menlo Park To Mountain View To Los Altos Recommended Existing Class I - Shared Use Path/Trail Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIa - Advisory Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway In an approved Plan from a neighboring jurisdiction Caltrain Station !f Existing Ped/Bike Bridge !s Existing Ped/Bike Underpass Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Improvements Recommended Intersection Improvements Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass Trail Bicycle-Friendly Zone Recommended Figure 16: Complete Vision Bicycle Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 98 Packet Pg. 949 of 1165 90 !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !f !s !s !s !s !s __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Recommended Existing Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIa - Advisory Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Trail !f Existing Ped/Bike Bridge !s Existing Ped/Bike Underpass Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Recommended Intersection Improvement Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass Caltrain Station Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 To East Palo Alto To Menlo Park To Mountain View To Los Altos Bicycle-Friendly Zone City of Palo Alto Recommended Figure 17: Low-Stress Bicycle Network Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 99 Packet Pg. 950 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 91 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 100 Packet Pg. 951 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 92 3.3 Pedestrian District Guidelines and Toolbox This section identifies priority pedestrian areas within Palo Alto and presents a toolbox of potential pedestrian- oriented treatments for use within these areas. These guidelines build upon existing foundational planning, bring in new ideas and innovations, and address changes and developments since the prior plan was adopted in 2012. 3.3.1 PEDESTRIAN DISTRICTS Priority pedestrian areas are key to creating a walkable, accessible, and enjoyable City. They offer areas where walking is prioritized to allow people of all ages and abilities to get around without competing with vehicles. Within these areas, slower vehicle movement is encouraged, and opportunities are provided for people to pause and enjoy their surroundings. Walking should be the preferred mode of choice for all trips within these areas with wider sidewalks that support high volumes of pedestrian activity through building a well-connected pedestrian network. Figure 18 maps three pedestrian districts and three priority areas which are focus areas for pedestrian recommendations. These areas were identified based on prior planning efforts, including the 2030 Comprehensive Plan, and the Palo Alto Economic Development Strategies Plan, as well as community input and on-the-ground knowledge from the in- person working session held in April 2024.5 These pedestrian districts and priority areas include: Pedestrian Districts: • University Avenue Pedestrian District • California Avenue Pedestrian District • Midtown Pedestrian District Pedestrian Priority Areas • El Camino Real Neighborhood Commercial Center • Embarcadero Neighborhood Commercial Center • San Antonio Road Area 5 The BPTP Team conducted a series of site visit in April 2024 to understand the roadway context. This is further described in the community engagement section. 3.3.2 PEDESTRIAN DISTRICT TOOLBOX The pedestrian district toolbox includes a range of selected treatments aimed at improving pedestrian safety and enhancing the pedestrian experience. The elements range from infrastructure improvements, such as raised crossings or curb extensions that improve yielding rates, to aesthetic changes, such as benches or public art, that can elevate the walking experience. Together, these elements will meet universal needs for safety and accessibility and create conditions where walking is comfortable and an enjoyable experience for all. The pedestrian toolbox consists of 27 treatments organized into seven categories: enhanced crossings, street reconfiguration, aesthetic and functional elements, activation and engagement, signal adjustments, major intersection treatments, and green infrastructure. Implementing pedestrian-oriented enhancements help in advancing the plan objectives of supporting a City that is Safe and Inclusive, Connected and Accessible, and Comfortable and Enjoyable. Image 16 lists pedestrian toolbox enhancements. Detailed information about these tools and their recommended application in the three pedestrian districts and two priority areas is available in Appendix B: Pedestrian District Guidelines. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 101 Packet Pg. 952 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 93 Image 16: Recommended Crossing and Intersection Improvements 19. In Street Treewells18. Bike parking corrals 1.Mid-block crossings Enhanced Crossings Street Design 2. Raised crossings 3. Raised intersections 4. Curb extensions 5. Wide sidewalks 10. Gateway Treatments 6. Shared streets 7. Reduced Curb Radii 8. Speed Hump Aesthetic and Functional Elements 9. Pedestrian lighting 12. Wayfinding11. Decorative pavers 13. Alleyway activation Activation and Engagement Flexible Street Use 14. Street furniture 15. Shade sails 16. Street art or murals 17. On Street Flex Zones 20. Rising Bollards Major Intersection Treatments 21. Pedestrian Signals 22. Signal Timing 23. Median island 24. Protected intersection Green Infrastructure 25. Bioswales 26. Rain Garden 27. Street Trees 28. Planting Strip Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 102 Packet Pg. 953 of 1165 94 University Avenue District California Avenue District El Camino Real Neighborhood Commercial Center Midtown District Embarcadero Neighborhood Commercial Center San Antonio Road Area __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Pedestrian Districts and Priority Areas City of Palo Alto Park/Open Space School/University Community Center Library Caltrain Station Railroad Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 18: Pedestrian Districts and Pedestrian Priority Areas Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 103 Packet Pg. 954 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 95 Pedestrian District Recommendations University Avenue Pedestrian District Downtown Palo Alto’s historic main street and original civic/commercial core; today it functions as the City’s primary regional and commercial center and the “front door” many visitors remember. • Add midblock raised crossings (Hamilton Ave) and update existing midblock crossing (Forest Ave) to prioritize pedestrians. • Install bike/micromobility corrals at key destinations (Caltrain lot at Alma Street, Palo Alto Transit Center, Lytton Plaza) and anchor district wayfinding at University & Alma and the Homer Tunnel, coordinated with the MTC pilot.6 • Advance special projects: raised side-street crossings on University (Univ_A); permanent pedestrianized Ramona Street (Univ_B); alleyway activation (Univ_C); University & Alma interchange reconfiguration (Univ_D) (continuous/wider sidewalks, gateway, wayfinding); and improvements to the Transit Center/University undercrossing. 6 The MTC Regional Mapping & Wayfinding Project, https://mtc.ca.gov/operations/transit-regional-network-management/regional- mapping-wayfinding Note: Numbers refer to the pedestrian toolbox elements recommended at these locations. Additional information about Pedestrian Toolbox Elements and Special Projects is provided in Appendix M: Pedestrian District Guidelines. Image 17: University Avenue Pedestrian District Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 104 Packet Pg. 955 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 96 California Avenue Pedestrian District A pedestrian activity center with compact blocks, back alleys, and active ground-floor commercial uses; recognized in City policy as a Multi-Neighborhood/Community-Serving center. • Use on-street flex zones for placemaking and add street treewells on Park Blvd, Ash St, and Birch St. • Provide wayfinding at El Camino Real/California Ave and the Caltrain station; add street art at key approaches. Note: Numbers refer to the pedestrian toolbox elements recommended at these locations. Additional information about Pedestrian Toolbox Elements and Special Projects is provided in Appendix M: Pedestrian District Guidelines. Image 18: California Avenue Pedestrian District Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 105 Packet Pg. 956 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 97 Midtown Pedestrian District A mid-century neighborhood shopping area that has grown into a vital, neighborhood-serving hub; identified in recent plans as a neighborhood serving place for everyday needs. • Apply gateway treatments at Middlefield (Moreno Ave to the west; Matadero Canal to the east), plus bike corrals, street furniture, and wayfinding. • Advance special projects: a Midtown master street plan (Mid_1); a Middlefield Rd road diet (Mid_2) (raised intersections, continuous/wider sidewalks, pedestrian signals, flex zones, street furniture, treewells); a Sutter Ave mid-block crossing with ped signals (Mid_3); temporary parking-lot activation (Mid_4); and a central plaza parkway (Mid_5). Note: Numbers refer to the pedestrian toolbox elements recommended at these locations. Additional information about Pedestrian Toolbox Elements and Special Projects is provided in Appendix M: Pedestrian District Guidelines. Image 19: Midtown Pedestrian District Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 106 Packet Pg. 957 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 98 Pedestrian Priority Area Recommendations El Camino Real Neighborhood Commercial Center A linear, citywide commercial corridor with a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, and services serving both residents and visitors. • Treat the corridor as a multimodal main street: add raised crossings on unsignalized side streets and provide street furniture to improve waiting areas. • Enhance Corridor walkability, bike lanes, and streetscape upgrades are underway as part of ongoing revitalization by Caltrans, in coordination with the City. Embarcadero Neighborhood Commercial Center (Edgewood Plaza) A neighborhood hub anchored by the Edgewood Plaza Shopping Center, known for its mid-century modern character and a mix of groceries, cafés, and local businesses—remaining a vibrant, accessible destination for nearby residents. • Provide bike parking corrals and wayfinding to local businesses and trail connections (notably the US-101/St. Francis Dr link), to support short local walking and biking trips. San Antonio Road Area A district to be guided by the same framework as other pedestrian districts—prioritizing walking, slower movement, and a connected sidewalk network—using the plan’s toolbox (e.g., raised crossings, wider sidewalks, bike corrals, gateway/wayfinding) as sites redevelop. • As sites redevelop, apply the plan’s pedestrian toolbox to create a walk-first environment: raised crossings/ raised intersections, curb extensions/reduced curb radii, continuous and wider sidewalks, bike corrals, and flexible curb zones. • Coordination with the City’s San Antonio Road Area Plan Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 107 Packet Pg. 958 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 99 PEDESTRIAN DISTRICT DESIGN ELEMENTS To achieve the VMT-reduction and safety goals of Pedestrian Districts, future streetscape and development projects within these areas should incorporate the following urban design elements and principles: Fine-Grained Pedestrian Network: • Keep block lengths and crossing opportunities to 400’ or less, with paseos and high-visibility mid-block crossings where block lengths exceed 400’. Continuous, Generous Sidewalks: • Maintain wide, unobstructed pedestrian through-zones that comfortably accommodate side-by-side walking and meet or exceed PROWAG standards. Shortened Crossing Distances: • Utilize curb extensions (bulb-outs), pedestrian refuge islands, and tight curb radii of less than 15’ (if no bulb-out is provided) to reduce pedestrian exposure at intersections. Active Street Frontages: • Encourage visually engaging, ground-floor land uses with minimal building setbacks and human scaled elements (such as seating and public art) to create a welcoming and dynamic walking environment. Continuous Shade Canopy: • Prioritize street trees and landscaping that provide shade over the pedestrian right-of-way to improve thermal comfort. Minimal Curb Cuts: • Consolidate or eliminate driveway access points across sidewalks to reduce conflict points between vehicles and pedestrians. Pedestrian-Scale Lighting: • Install warm, dark-sky compliant, pedestrian-level lighting focused on the sidewalk and crosswalks to enhance visibility, safety, and comfort at night. Source: Kevin Lynch (1984), Jan Gehl (1996), and Ria Hutabarat Lo (2009) Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 108 Packet Pg. 959 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 100 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 109 Packet Pg. 960 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 101 3.4 Policies and Programs As part of developing the Plan, the City identified policies, programs, and practices to improve conditions for walking and biking in Palo Alto. City staff from multiple departments participated in discussions to assess how the City is implementing existing policies, programs, and practices and ranked the highest priorities for inclusion in the Plan. This section presents the 2026 BPTP’s recommended programs and policies. It provides recommended strategies and actions to support walking and biking in Palo Alto as well as best practices that the City can undertake in developing programs to encourage active transportation. Some of the policies and programs will require additional resources such as staffing and budget to implement. The recommendations are organized under the 2026 BPTP’s five objectives, identified previously in section 1.4.2 Objectives: • Comfortable and Enjoyable • Community-Led and Cooperative • Safe and Inclusive • Connected and Accessible • Integrated and Collaborative Recommended strategies are summarized below and presented in more detail in Appendix C: Policy and Program Recommendations. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 110 Packet Pg. 961 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 102 Comfortable and Enjoyable: Enhancing the comfort and enjoyment of walking and cycling through amenities such as shade, greenery, and well- designed streetscapes. • CE-1.1 Active Transportation Design Policy and Standards: Develop or adopt design standards and specifications based on recent research and modern best practice for pedestrian, bicycle, and transit friendly street design. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-1.19, Policy T-3.5.1) • CE-1.2 Implement Pedestrian District Guidelines and Toolbox: Implement recommendations and guidance included in the Pedestrian District Guidelines and Toolbox. • CE-1.3 Vertical Curb Standard: Revisit the City’s vertical curb standard to balance the removal of barriers to active transportation and maintaining separation for vulnerable modes. • CE-1.4 Older Adult Mobility Program: Support older adult mobility options, including a Trishaw* Pilot via Cycling Without Age, to provide access to statistically low-risk transit, possibly operated by trained student and/or older adult volunteers along low volume residential streets. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-5.12) *Defined as a three-wheeled pedal-powered machine,often featuring electric-assist motors, with a pilot behind and a passenger seat up front. • CE-1.5 Bike Parking Inventory & Usage Monitoring Program: Conduct an inventory and monitor usage of bike parking at City properties and public rights- of-way (such as sidewalks) and continue to provide sufficient supply. Establish a program for members of the public and commercial properties to request site inspections and evaluation for installation of bicycle racks or parking corrals. Ensure the City’s bike parking program provides facilities that are publicly accessible and available for use by all members of the public. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-5.12, Program T5.12.1, Program T5.12.2, Program T5.12.3) • CE-1.6 Bike Parking Requirements For New Development: Update the City’s minimum short- and long-term bike parking requirements for new development projects to reflect changes in parking demand. Update and maintain the City’s list of approved bike parking designs to accommodate a variety of bicycle types such as e-bikes and cargo bikes. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-1.17) • CE-1.7 Bike Parking Design: The design of bike parking facilities shall be consistent with the Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP) Essentials of Bike Parking or Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Bicycle Technical Guidelines Chapter 10. • CE-1.8 Walk & Bike Friendly Development: Consider prioritizing or requiring certification that encourages bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly developments, such as LEED-ND. Encourage developments that limit vehicle parking. • CE-1.9 Wayfinding Plan: Develop a non-motorized wayfinding plan connecting bicycle and pedestrian facilities with key local and regional destinations such as schools, trails, parks, and rail stations. Evaluate cut-throughs, short connections, ramp access, and ADA compliance. Continue to expand wayfinding facilities as the bicycle and pedestrian networks are implemented, and in coordination with Caltrans, develop a Wayfinding Signage Program specific to El Camino Real to help cyclists connect to the local bicycle network. • CE-1.10 Bike Racks on Buses: Work with Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) and coordinate with their Wheels on the Bus Pilot Program, to monitor the use of bike racks on buses and determine if demand is being accommodated. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 111 Packet Pg. 962 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 103 • CE-1.11 TDM Program: Promote and expand the Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program and continue to support implementation of TDM programs in an effort to increase the share of trips made by walking and biking and advance the City’s sustainability, climate action, vehicle miles traveled and carbon reduction goals. Pursue full participation of Palo Alto employers in the Transportation Management Association (TMA) and pursue expanding the TMA from Downtown to California Avenue and other areas of the city when appropriate. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-1.1) • CE-1.12 Crossing Guards: Periodically evaluate school crossing guard locations and warrants to determine their appropriateness and evaluate opportunities for new locations. As part of the evaluations, consider factors such as the needs of younger bicyclists who may cross while walking, and incorporate collision and location data to assist in identifying opportunities for pilot locations that could increase the walk to school mode share. • CE-1.13 Development Review Updates: Evaluate development review and roadway design by metrics that focus on safety risk, user comfort, and access for all users including pedestrians and bicyclists (such as kinetic energy risk, level of traffic stress, and travel time by mode). Clearly communicate to help residents understand why proactive enhancements to support low-stress network buildout may be needed. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-1.17) Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 112 Packet Pg. 963 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 104 Community-Led and Cooperative: Fostering community engagement and participation in promoting active transportation, supported by education, programming, and infrastructure investments, in a way that cultivates learning for all network users of all ages . • CC-1.1 Bicycle Lending Library: Partner with the Palo Alto library and community partners with space, capacity, and expertise to create a bicycle lending library that enables residents to check out different types of bicycles, supplies, including trailers, and educational materials, including bike blenders, bike trivia wheels, safety vests for events, helmets and more; consult with agencies that have implemented similar programs such as the City of Oakland and San Mateo County Libraries. • CC-1.2 TDM Pilot Program for City Employees: Conduct a City of Palo Alto TDM pilot to improve facilities and encourage employee use of active transportation vehicles to reduce risk, given the high percentage of city vehicles that are used for <2 mile single occupant trips around town. Determine how best to pilot and incentivize trips to focus on both the right tool for the trip relative to the distance. Provide access to different types of bikes/trailers to support a wide range of users, access to an improved storage facility, conduct regular rides and safety trainings, ensure bicycles are regularly maintained and that there are risk management and anti-theft provisions to ensure safety and security. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T-1.1) • CC-1.3 Long-Term Education Program: Create a long-term education program to change the travel habits of residents, visitors, shoppers, and workers by informing them about transportation alternatives, incentives, and impacts. Work with the PAUSD and with other public and private interests, such as the Chamber of Commerce and Commuter Wallet partners, to develop and implement this program. • CC-1.4 Bike Education Program: Partner with groups to advertise and carry out bike safety and education classes in the city, including classes oriented towards children, older adults, and non- English speakers. Include driver education to encourage safer driving behavior, including in the presence of bicycles. • CC-1.5 Employee Education Program: Encourage and fund the participation of employees working on bicycle and pedestrian facilities in professional organizations and conferences in order stay up-to- date on the state of the practice and successes in other cities. Provide resources and support for employees to further their education, develop new skills, and keep up with changing patterns and transportation technologies. • CC-1.6 Interactive Map Tool: Update the City’s website to enhance its static bicycle facility and Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps with interactive mapping applications. Work with PAUSD, PATMA, and other partners to share this resource. • CC-1.7 Community Rides Program: Partner with organizations to lead all ages and abilities bicycle rides throughout the calendar year, including rides that utilize recently-implemented projects. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.16.4) • CC-1.8 Valet Parking Program for Events: Collaborate with Community Services Department to partner with and budget for organizations to provide bike parking and/or bike valet services at City-sponsored or other large events. • CC-1.9 Street Closures - Open Streets: Prioritize street closures on areas located on the High Injury Network (identified in the Safety Action Plan), where high bicycle and pedestrian activity is expected, and where there is community support. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.16.2) • CC-1.10 Street Closures - School Streets Pilot: Implement a Street Closure - School Streets Pilot Program that can be used to gather data and outcomes that could then be applied to other schools. Community input will be used to identify locations for the pilot. School streets implement timed closures that prevent vehicles from entering the specified school zone. Restrictions are in place for approximately 15 to 90 minutes during drop- off and pick-up times and is enforced using signage and physical barrier(s). During this time, only pedestrians and cyclists can enter the School Street zone, aside from exempt vehicles (e.g. residents living in the zone). Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 113 Packet Pg. 964 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 105 • CC-1.11 Active Transportation Incentives Program: Encourage PATMA to provide additional bicycle/ scooter incentives citywide. • CC-1.12 Safe Routes to School: Enhance and sustain the City/PAUSD/PTA/Youth community partnership to reduce risk to students en route to and from school, and encourage more families to choose healthy, active, sustainable alternatives to driving solo more often. Grow and strengthen community- wide support through the SRTS 6 E’s (Education, Encouragement, Engineering, Engagement, Evaluation, and Equity) model for safe, active, healthy, sustainable, school commutes. Aim to: • Adopt and institutionalize key SRTS practices and policies and gather best practices. • Provide, expand, and enhance school and community-based SRTS education programs and materials. • Promote and encourage use of the new traffic garden at the Ventura Community Center to enhance bike education. • Expand and enhance encouragement programs to communicate the value of SRTS. • Gather data to assess and improve outcomes. • Engineer routes to develop a more safe and efficient network. • Deepen awareness and engagement with City staff, Council, and community representatives to advance and institutionalize SRTS. • Commit an equitable distribution of resources to encourage broad community participation. • Maintain a Secondary School SRTS Coordinator to develop a youth SRTS program for grades 7-12 • CC-1.13 Safe Routes to School Action Plan Updates: Review the Safe Routes to School 5-Year Action Planning process or identify an alternative process to support the development of future program goals and objectives.7 • CC-1.14 Community Partnerships Program: Consider establishing or working with existing advocacy groups to reach out to local businesses or groups to help support and promote walking and bicycle-related projects and to maximize public- private funding opportunities such as development of bicycle or walking maps, path maintenance, and installation of bike parking facilities on private property. Explore a private bike parking subsidy program. • CC-1.15 Bike and Pedestrian Count Program: Establish regular citywide bicycle and pedestrian counts at key corridors, intersections, destinations, and require that intersection traffic counts collected for development projects’ transportation studies include bicyclist and pedestrian volumes. Utilize the counts collected in 2024 to establish a baseline for select locations. Enhance bicycle count efforts and collect more data to guide decisions by installing permanent automatic counters along key bikeways in representative locations. Using bike counters with displays along popular routes can encourage people to bike more often. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.16.1) • CC-1.17 Performance Reporting Program: Collect data and conduct analysis as part of periodic status reports detailing the City’s performance in relation to metrics recommended in this plan. • CC-1.18 Community Feedback Program: Expand survey efforts such as the Palo Alto Community Survey and the Performance Reports and National Citizen surveys to collect information related to walking and bicycling facility quality, Plan implementation, and programs. • CC-1.19 Encouraging Community Cycling: Continue City collaboration with local partners to support and explore community-led cycling events, such as Bike Palo Alto!, and participate in regional initiatives like Bike to Work Day (BTWD) to promote active transportation and increase rider confidence. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.16.4) 7 Palo Alto Safe Routes to School 2019 5-Year Action Plan: https:// www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/transportation/safe- routes-to-schools/five-year-work-plan_updated_dec-2020.pdf Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 114 Packet Pg. 965 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 106 Safe and Inclusive: Prioritizing safety for all transportation network users regardless of age and ability, and ensuring equitable access to pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure across the community while reducing fatal and severe injury crashes . • SI-1.1 Institutionalize Safety: Via the 2025 Safety Action Plan, the City has committed to reducing traffic fatalities and serious injuries on the City’s roadways. Institutionalize safety into all aspects of policies, planning, program, design, implementation, and maintenance. • SI-1.2 Safe Routes to Work, Shopping, Downtown, Community Services, and Parks: Where Walk and Roll Map Suggested School Routes overlap with HIN, prioritize speed management and pedestrian/bicycle enhancements, especially at intersections: FHWA Guide for Improving Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Crossing Locations, FHWA Improving Intersections for Pedestrians and Bicyclists, DIB 94, FHWA Safe System Approach for Speed Management. Establish non-HIN routes as primary access routes where possible and prioritize improvements on access routes with speeds over 25 mph: AB 43, countermeasure toolbox, DIB 94 • SI-1.3 Review Protocols for Updating Suggested Walk and Roll Maps: Develop protocols to review the city’s walk and roll suggested routes to school to proactively determine if traffic controls or other engineering modifications may be needed to improve student safety while walking, biking, and rolling to school. • SI-1.4 Speed Management Program: Implement a proactive speed management program following the FHWA Safe System Speed Management Framework to guide location specific interventions in all focus areas. Lower speed limits and design speeds on streets within the bike network and without separated bikeways to 25 mph or lower. • SI-1.5 Lower Speed Limits: Explore the mechanism to implement a potential policy of 20 mph or lower speed limits on all bike boulevards. • SI-1.6 Systemic Uncontrolled Crosswalk Placement/Enhancement Program: Develop a systemic uncontrolled crosswalk placement/ enhancement program for ped safety and accessibility: DIB 94, FHWA Safe System Roadway Design Hierarchy, FHWA Guide for Improving Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Locations. Proactively design proposed crossings to provide bicyclists and pedestrians with context-appropriate facilities such as marked crossings, bike boxes, bike signal heads, bike detection, and leading bicycle intervals (LBIs)/leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs), audible and/or countdown signals, accessible push buttons, and curb ramps • SI-1.7 Update Traffic Calming Program: Systemically identify speed management needs and opportunities (such as speed humps and neighborhood traffic circle) and prioritize into a yearly implementation program based on kinetic energy risk, equity, proximity to schools, community input, and similar factors. Most funds should be programmed proactively, but some can be reserved for quick response discretionary purposes. Implement speed management strategies to moderate vehicle speeds to a contextually appropriate target speed: AB 43, countermeasure toolbox, FHWA Safe System Approach for Speed Management. It is recommended that that the Traffic Control Maintainer II position in Public Works (eliminated during the pandemic) be restored, so City staff can respond more quickly to add, maintain, or repair roadway safety infrastructure such as delineators, bollards, signage, guardrails, crash attenuators, faded striping and curb paints, and other features. When the City updates its Traffic Calming Policy, the City should consider incorporating the Good Streets approach within that effort. • SI-1.8 Update Public Works Standard Drawings and Specifications: Update Public Works Standard Drawings and Specifications to align with Safe System principles, including being consistent with NCHRP 1036 and Caltrans DIB 94. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 115 Packet Pg. 966 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 107 • SI-1.9 Revisit Street Closure Policy: Revisit Comprehensive Plan Policy T-4.1 (keeping all neighborhood streets open as a general rule) to consider the application of modal filters along bike boulevards. The analysis required for this work will be done as part of updating the traffic calming program, and will be coordinated with the City Planning & Development Services Department. • SI-1.10 Review Comprehensive Plan Policies: Review the City’s Comprehensive Plan policies and identify those that may conflict with installing certain bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure such as modal filters. Develop a work plan to revisit and potentially update the Comprehensive Plan policies. • SI-1.11 Near-Miss Reporting Program: Utilize SafeTREC Street Story mapping portal (https:// streetstory.berkeley.edu/city/palo-alto) to enable and encourage residents to provide information on near-misses and other safety information that would otherwise not be included in regularly- reported safety reports and statistics. • SI-1.12 The City’s Office of Transportation Traffic Engineering Team: Add or reallocate staff to administer quick build or traffic safety programs, including coordination, evaluation, planning, and engineering. • SI-1.13 Prioritize Maintenance of Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities: Incorporate and prioritize bicycle and pedestrian facility maintenance needs into the City’s transportation maintance program standards and funding. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.16.2) • SI-1.14 Prioritize Bikeways in the Repaving Program: Prioritize repaving of new and existing bikeways as part of the repaving program. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.19.1) • SI-1.15 Bike Turnout Program: Seek to develop a project to identify and install appropriate bicycle turnouts for uphill reaches of two lane roads, such as Page Mill Road. • SI-1.16 Incorporate Pedestrian Improvements Into Repaving Program: Change approach to repaving program to include pedestrian improvements including new sidewalks, sidewalk widening, and curb extensions. This would require additional funding and a change in City processes for completing road and sidewalk repairs or installations. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.19.1, Program T1.19.2) Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 116 Packet Pg. 967 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 108 Connected and Accessible: Featuring a convenient and interconnected network of sidewalks, bike lanes, and trails that provide efficient travel options and easy access to transit and important destinations, encouraging a shift away from driving and improving environmental health through lower vehicle miles traveled and reduced greenhouse gas emissions . • CA-1.1 Better Bikeways: Design and implement a high-comfort “All Ages and Abilities” network by utilizing modern best practices, such as NACTO guidelines. This includes providing appropriate facility widths, horizontal separation from vehicles, and low-stress intersection treatments. Priority will be given to safer crossings of major streets through strategies such as dedicated signals, daylighting, diverters or modal filters, pavement markings, and protected intersections to accommodate the city’s most vulnerable road users. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1-19, Policy T-3.5.1) • CA-1.2 Bicycle and Pedestrian Capital Improvement Program: Establish dedicated funding for implementation of projects identified in the Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan Update and Pedestrian District Guidelines • CA-1.3 Station Access Program: Coordinate with Caltrain to deliver local station area access improvements that meet universal design principles such as curb ramps, tactile and audio crossing cues, improved sidewalks, slower traffic speeds, shorter crossing distances, and increased crossing time. Partner with Caltrain to encourage plans for low-stress active transportation facilities to Caltrain stations, and coordinate to ensure that grade separation projects adjacent to stations reflect multi-modal access needs. • CA-1.4 Signal Modification Program: Incorporate the crossing needs of bicyclists and pedestrians and encourage safe driver behavior when reviewing and adjusting signal timing at City traffic signals. Consider adding “Bicycle Detected” signal heads to recommended bike routes intersecting with arterials. • CA-1.5 Bicycle Detection Pilot Project: Implement innovative “blue light” (or other) bicycle detection indicators and signs at complex bicycle crossings. • CA-1.6 Update CIP Funding to Prioritize Bicycle and Pedestrian Access and Route: Allocate funding and prioritize implementation of BPTP projects as part of the City’s Capital Improvement Program (CIP). May include bike routes, streets on HIN, equity considerations: BPTP, HIN, East Palo Alto Walk and Roll Routes, Palo Alto Population Below Poverty, Palo Alto Transit Corridors. Ensure funding is allocated beyond signing/striping so intersections are also addressed through these projects: FHWA Guide for Improving Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Crossing Locations, FHWA Improving Intersections for Pedestrians and Bicyclists. CIP Projects will align with Safe System Approach: FHWA Safe System Roadway Design Hierarchy, CIP Implementation Guidance. • CA-1.7 Identify Funding Opportunities: Continue to monitor federal, state, and regional funding opportunities to augment local funds to implement recommended walking, biking, and rolling improvements. • CA-1.8 Establish Dedicated Funding Source: Establish dedicated funding for citywide walking and bicycling facilities and supporting infrastructure such as bike parking in the City’s CIP. • CA-1.9 Quick-Build Program: Implement quick- build pilot/trial projects of the Plan’s walking and bicycling infrastructure recommendations. • CA-1.10 First/Last mile connection to Caltrain stations: Implement bikeways with connections to Caltrain stations to promote access. • CA-1.11 Existing Trail Access Improvements: Enhance on-street intersections along the existing trail network, key existing bridge/overpass approaches, and school route shared use paths, to improve ADA access, bikeway connectivity, and convenience for all users. Priority upgrades include: modifying or replacing substandard safety corrals with bollards and associated striping/signage; installing accessible curb ramps and regrading poor transitions; pedestrian-scaled lighting; installing high visibility crosswalks at key locations; and landscaping maintenance/ removal. • Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 117 Packet Pg. 968 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 109 • CA-1.12 Evaluate Existing Crosswalks: Evaluate crosswalks on Arastradero Road near Arastradero Preserve and bring infrastructure to current standards, if needed. • CA-1.13 Safe Routes for Private Schools: Continue providing offerings for all community members, such as the Palo Alto Biccyle Safety Park and online resources, that can help private schools direct their resources to support their local Safe Routes to School engagement efforts. (2030 Comprehensive Plan Program T1.16.3) • CA-1.14 Sidewalk Gap Closure Program: Implement a program to fill sidewalk and other pedestrian facility gaps along key pedestrian routes, such as along school commute routes, transit access routes, across barriers, and around other key destinations. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 118 Packet Pg. 969 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 110 Integrated and Collaborative: Collaborating with neighboring cities to create a seamless, integrated, and efficient regional network of pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. • IC-1.1 Update Municipal Code to Revise Walking, Biking, and Rolling Guidance: Review the City’s municipal code and ordinances to remove language that can discourage walking, biking, and rolling (such requirements to report secondhand bike purchases to the police department). Update code to align with State guidelines and create consistent language (e.g., for bike access on bridges, over and underpasses). • IC-1.2 Regional Network: Continue to consult with other agencies on bicycle and pedestrian improvement projects that abut or intersect jurisdictional boundaries to ensure consistency in facilities, in support of commute and recreational users, including Cities (East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and Mountain View), Counties (Santa Clara and San Mateo), Caltrans, and Caltrain. Partner with Stanford University, VTA, and adjacent jurisdictions to develop a connected network prioritizing access while minimizing distance between regional access points. • IC-1.3 PABAC Structure: Work with the Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee (PABAC) to evaluate existing role and structure, discuss membership and the potential to include members and/or liaisons from local non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, transportation management associations, City committees, and other groups, and propose changes that increase efficiency and effectiveness of the committee. • IC-1.4 Effective Regulation and Education on E-bikes: Advocate for comprehensive statewide regulations and safety initiatives, including mandatory safety courses, stricter age restrictions and helmet laws, public awareness campaigns, to ensure the responsible use of electric-bikes bicycles, electric scooters, and other electric mobility devices. • IC-1.5 Electric Bicycle Engagement Strategy: Partner with groups to advertise and carry out standardized, best practice informed, League Cycling Instructor (LCI)-led e-bike safety and education classes in the city. Pending policy changes at the state and local level, this may include prioritizing classes oriented towards children, youth older adults, and non-English speakers. • IC-1.6 Electric Bicycle Management Strategy: Work with PAUSD on strategies for electric bicycle management at school sites, including potential parking restrictions, to get ahead and develop regulations where possible for the City (and not preempted by the State). This is of particular importance given research indicating that the rate of e-bike crashes is nine times higher for youths than for people over 20 years old. The City’s Safe Routes to School program emphasizes risk reduction as it’s primary goal by encouraging and recommending parents purchase a conventional pedal bicycle for their students to develop better biking skills to become better cyclists as adults. For decades, Palo Alto’s Safe Routes to School program has emphasized risk reduction as its primary goal. In a community like Palo Alto, where more than forty percent of secondary students bicycle to school, promoting e-cycle use may have serious safety consequences other communities may not experience. Palo Alto’s local SRTS program will continue to strike a balance between education and promotion by providing cursory e-cycle safety information to PAUSD 5th and 6th grade students. • IC-1.7 Discouraging Driver Speeding: Work with Palo Alto Police Department and other partners when implementing and publicizing engineering, education, and enforcement efforts discouraging vehicle speeding near schools and high-injury locations in the city, particularly. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 119 Packet Pg. 970 of 1165 3. Recommendations | 111 • IC-1.8 Caltrans Coordination: Work with Caltrans to streamline permitting and integrate connected bikeways into Caltrans projects. Improve bikeway design approaching and crossing Caltrans facilities. • IC-1.9 Implementation Updates: Work with other jurisdictions and agencies to ensure that new or upgraded facilities are reflected in each agencies’ respective bikeway maps and applications. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 120 Packet Pg. 971 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 112 4. IMPLEMENTATION AND FUNDING 112 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 121 Packet Pg. 972 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 113 This chapter provides an overview of the project delivery process, project prioritization process, project cost estimates, and identifies funding sources to advance implementation. 4.1 Project Delivery Process This 2026 BPTP adopts a long-range vision for Palo Alto’s pedestrian and bicycle networks. With implementation of the Complete Vision Network recommendations, every resident in Palo Alto would have access to low-stress, comfortable bikeways that connect to major destinations throughout the City, along with connected sidewalks and frequent and appropriate crossing locations and designs. The recommendations included in 2026 BPTP could require further project-specific planning, data collection, analysis, public engagement, and engineering design before they can be implemented. Some portions of these networks will be implemented in the near-term (less than 10 years), while other recommendations are expected to be advanced beyond that timeframe. Implementation of the recommend network and programs may occur in phases over time and would be dependent on available resources. When considering when and how to implement these projects, the City incorporates design requirements, including maintaining access for people with disabilities, maintaining access for emergency responders, preserving access for utilities and maintenance, and meeting stormwater requirements, among other considerations. As projects advance to design, studies that consider the inclusion of bikeways or other right- of-way reallocations will be evaluated and potential trade-offs, such as repurposing of parking or travel lanes will be reviewed. The project development process generally consists of: • Project development, scoping, funding. As the first phase in the development of projects, the City conducts meetings with key stakeholders to define the scope of the project and identify funding opportunities. • Concept design. Concept design includes identification of a preferred alternative for approval by City Council. This stage typically includes collecting traffic, safety, parking, and operations data and analyzing the data to understand existing conditions, and potential concept design alternatives. Key studies would be conducted to understand the project benefits and impacts. Community engagement would be conducted as part of this effort to identify a preferred design. • Detailed engineering design. After designs are approved by City Council, detailed engineering will be conducted to answer remaining technical questions, develop accurate cost estimates, finalize the funding plan, and solicit construction bids. • Construction. Following award of the construction contract, the project will be built with notification to affected residents, property owners, and businesses. Certain long-term projects may be advanced through quick-build interim improvements, allowing the City to deliver early benefits while funding, design, and other challenges are being resolved. Quick-build strategies— such as paint-and-post treatments, curb extensions, or temporary traffic calming measures—can provide immediate safety and mobility enhancements at relatively low cost. In addition, quick-build implementation offers an opportunity to test design concepts, gather real-time performance data, and evaluate community feedback. This phased approach enables the City to strengthen community buy-in, refine project elements, and build momentum toward full implementation. Project Initiation & Scoping Concept Design Engineering Construction Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 122 Packet Pg. 973 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 114 4.2 Project Prioritization Prioritization Framework Project prioritization helps direct the City’s resources and develop a near-term list of improvements. This 2026 BPTP prioritizes intersections and bikeway corridors, studies, and special projects, for implementation over the next ten years. An initial prioritization was conducted to develop scores for each roadway segment in Palo Alto based on quantitative criteria to assess the level of alignment with the objectives of safety and connectivity. Projects that scored higher than 70 points were advanced to supplemental evaluation along with a subset of additional projects selected for further review. The supplemental evaluation considered project readiness, project cost, and project support to determine the top priority projects for near-term implementation. Table 9 presents recommend prioritization factors and evaluation criteria. The project prioritization included two stages of evaluation. The initial evaluation quantitively prioritizes projects based on the safety and connectivity factors. The second stage (supplemental evaluation) involved the consideration of three feasibility-oriented factors of project readiness, project cost and funding opportunities, and project support. (Only the projects that scored 70 or more points in the Initial Evaluation advance to the Supplemental Evaluation and those that are on the Low- Stress Network are considered for near-term implementation.) Table 9: Prioritization Factors and Evaluation Criteria PRIORITIZATION FACTOR CRITERIA Initial Evaluation Safety High-Injury Corridors Recommended SRTS Suggested Walk & Roll Route Maps Connectivity Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress Access to Transit Supplemental Evaluation* Project Cost and Funding High, Medium and LowProject Readiness Project Support Note: * Only the projects that scored 70 or more points in the Initial Evaluation advance to the Supplemental Evaluation. Additionally, the list of near term implementation projects was revised based on the feedback from the community and the City Council to prioritize the high-comfort, low-stress, tree-lined streets to encourage the interested but concerned users. Appendix A has the complete list of projects that includes the prioritization scores and the initial and supplemental evaluations. Near-Term Implementation The 2026 BPTP focuses staff resources to make incremental progress on the highest priority locations shown in Table 10 (not a ranked list), representing 25 priority bicycle projects for a total of 19 miles of enhancements on the network. Initially, projects scoring above 70 under the evaluation criteria were considered for near-term implementation; however, based on guidance from City staff, City Council, and community feedback, the list was refined. The remaining bicycle projects would be considered for long-term implementation. Figure 19 shows the near-term bikeway projects. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 123 Packet Pg. 974 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 115 Table 10: Near-Term Bicycle Projects PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION SUP_1 Quarry Road Transit Connection Project Construct extension and upgrade existing trail from the intersection with El Camino Real to the Palo Alto Transit Center and Mitchell Lane as part of the Quarry Road Transit Connection Project. $$ High level of project readiness and strong community support, improves access to transit. SUP_14 Bol Park Path - Chimalus Path Spur Continue to work with the community to explore the feasibility of a Chimalus Path connection from the Bol Park Path to El Camino Real. $$$ High level of community interest, provides low-stress route to multiple destinations. SB_11a Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway Connection to Menlo Park Construct a new separated bikeway from Menlo Park to Everett Ave to allow for intercity connectivity. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. SB_11c Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway Construct a new separated bikeway from California Avenue to Loma Verde Drive.$$$ Addresses a high stress street, high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. SB_12 Homer Avenue Separated Bikeway Upgrade a painted bike lane to a buffered or separated bikeway on north side and Extend the separated bikeway on south side on Homer Avenue from Alma Street to Bryant Street. $$$ Closes key gap in the network and enhances access to Homer Tunnel. SB_18 East/West Meadow Drive Separated Bikeway Upgrade a painted bike lane to separated bikeway on West Meadow Drive from El Camino Way to Alma street and continue onto East Meadow Drive from Alma Street to Fabian Way. Consider raised crossings to slow traffic and create safer crossings for students. Coordinate with Study_4: E. Meadow & Bryant St. Crossing Feasibility Study. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. SB_19 Alma Street Separated Bikeway - South Construct a new one-way separated bikeway on each side of the road Alma Street from East East Charleston Road to San Antionio Road to connect with Central Expresssway in Mountain View. Lane reconfiguration needed to create space for separated bikeway with quick-build or civil reconstruction to create raised cycle track in long term. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection and connection to San Antonio Caltrain Station. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 124 Packet Pg. 975 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 116 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION SB_20a San Antonio Avenue Separated Bikeway Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Avenue frontage street from Alma Street to Middlefield Road. $$$ Addresses a high stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional Connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. SB_20b San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Road from Middlefield Road to East Bayshore Road. Request new developers to reconstruct street according to new design. Coordinate with the City’s San Antonio Area Planning efforts and with surrounding towns to create smooth transition between cities. $$$ Addresses a high stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional Connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. SB_20c San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway into Mountain View Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Road from Mountainview, along the overcrossing to Middlefield Road. $$$ Addresses a high stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional Connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. SB_23 Fabian Way Separated Bikeway Coordinate with the existing South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstration Project as part of the Palo Alto Safety Action Plan. Upgrade painted bike lane to buffered and/ or separated bikeway along Fabian Way from East Meadow Drive until Charleston Road to separate road users and create a more low-stress route for school commutes. Lane reconfiguration needed. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. BLVD_2 Bryant Street Bike Boulevard Downtown Access Project Install traffic diverters, speed bumps, traffic circles, or other similar interventions on Bryant Boulevard between Embarcadero Road and downtown. Include consideration of a turn restriction from Embarcadero Road going northbound onto Bryant Boulevard. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 125 Packet Pg. 976 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 117 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_15 Cowper Street Bike Boulevard Upgrade a bike route to a bike boulevard on Cowper Street from Addison Avenue until East Meadow Drive. Install raised crossings at Hoover Park. Implement traffic calming elements and wayfinding along route and gateway treatments at intersections. Coordinate with BLVD_ CROSSING_12 at Cowper/Embarcadero. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_16 Colorado Avenue Bike Boulevard Implement a new bike boulevard on Colorado Avenue from Bryant Street until Middlefield Road. Coordinate with Cowper Street Bike Boulevard project (BLVD_15). Implement traffic calming elements and wayfinding along route and gateway treatments at intersections. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_18 Bryant - Nelson - Carlson - Mackay Bike Boulevard Upgrade a bike route to a bike boulevard on a circuitous route from on Bryant Street and connecting streets from East Meadow Drive along Nelson Drive and Mackay Road to San Antonio Road with an improved crossing at San Antonio Road/ Mackay Road-Nita Avenue. Implement traffic calming elements and wayfinding along route and gateway treatments at intersections. This project will be coordinated wtih the Cubberley Master Plan and San Antonio Road Area Plan. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_20 Maybell - Donald - Georgia Bike Boulevard Upgrade a bike route and construct a new bike boulevard along Maybell Avenue from El Camino Real to Arastradero Road via Donald Drive and Georgia Ave. Implement traffic calming elements along route to slow down traffic and implement wayfinding signs along route indicating locations such as the Gunn High School Bike Path. Consider gateway treatments at the Arastradero Road entrances. Connect with the Arastradero Road Separated Bikeway project. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network and implements a Safe Routes to School priority project. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 126 Packet Pg. 977 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 118 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_22 Park Boulevard Bike Boulevard Create a bike boulevard on Park Boulevard (Castilleja) from Churchill Avenue to E Charleston Road and continuing onto Maclane Street, Wilkie Way and Miller Avenue to Mountain View, with a spur to El Camino Real via Monroe Drive and Cesano Street, and a connection to El Camino Way buffered bike lane via James Road. Maintain existing bike lanes on Park Boulevard between Castilleja/Peers Park and Page Mill Road, yet implement separated bikeways (Class IV) on the segment between Page Mill Road and Lambert Avenue, per the adopted 2024 North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan (NVCAP). Implement traffic calming elements along the route including speed humps or bumps and pinch points. Consider modal filter or other intersection treatment at the West Meadow Drive and West Charleston crossings. Coordinate with Wilkie Way Crossing with West Charleston Road Bike Boulevard Crossing Project (BLVD_ CROSSING_3). Incorporate landscaping and green infrastructure features such as tree wells and plantings in bulbouts. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_24 Portage - Olive - Ash Bike Boulevard under NVCAP Proposed bike boulevards on Portage Avenue, Olive Avenue, and Ash Street per the adopted 2024 North Ventura Corridor Area Plan. $$ Adds new connection and coordinates with planned development. BBL_2 Newell Road Buffered Bike Lane Upgrade painted bike lane to a buffered bike lane on Newell Road from Embarcadero Road to Channing Avenue. Requires parking removal to create more comfortable conditions. Coordinate with the Embarcadero Road separated bikeway project to create a safe intersection crossing. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BBL_4 El Camino Way Buffered Bike Lane Upgrade El Camino Way to a buffered bike lane from Los Robles Avenue to Maybell Avenue. Parking removal needed. Intersection improvement and wayfinding at the intersection with West Meadow Drive to connect to the separated bikeway and Wilkie Way bike boulevard. Coordinate with major intersection improvement at El Camino Real and Maybell Avenue intersection and new bike boulevard. Alternatively, consider one-way traffic on El Camino Way to retain parking and accommodate buffered bike lanes. $ Upgrades a key route parallel to El Camino Real to provide a low stress connection. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 127 Packet Pg. 978 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 119 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BBL_7 Cambridge Avenue Buffered Bike Lane Stripe a buffered bike lane on Cambridge Avenue and Yale Street from Park Boulevard to California Avenue, crossing El Camino Real. This is an alternate route for use when California Ave is occupied with community events. $ Provides low stress connection and alternate route for through traffic during community events. BBL_8 California Avenue Buffered Bike Lane Upgrade painted bike lane to a buffered bike lane on California Avenue from El Camino Real to Hanover Street. Parking reconfiguration needed to create space for buffered bike lanes. Coordinate with the El Camino Separated Bikeway project and the Hanover Street Buffered Bike Lane project to create smooth intersection crossings. $ Upgrades priority corridor and coordinates with adjacent projects to maximize benefits of investment. BBL_9 Amaranta - Coulombe Buffered Bike Lane Stripe a buffered bike lane on Amaranta Avenue and Coulombe Avenue from Los Robles Avenue to Arastradero Road. Consider design details appropriate for a more rural neighborhood context. Coordinate with Arastradero Road Separated Bikeway to create a safe intersection crossing and consider installing bike boxes and treatments to support bicyclists turning to/ from Arastradero Road. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BL_5 Stanford Avenue Bike Lane connection to Hanover Upgrade bike route and sharrows to painted bike lane on Stanford Avenue from Harvard Street to Dartmouth Street. Connect to existing bike lanes on Stanford Avenue and new Bike Boulevard on Hanover Street. Coordination needed with Stanford University and Escondido Elementary School. Consider a study of impacts of no left turns on to Escondido Road and Hanover Street. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BL_6 California Avenue Bike Lane Paint a bike lane on California Avenue from the Caltrain station to Birch Street. Coordinate with California Avenue Streetscape project. Consider reorientation of parking stalls to create more space for bicycling. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network and provides key connection to Caltrain Station. Source: Kittelson & Associates, 2025 Note: The planning level rough order of magnitude costs have been estimated and generalized costs, are presented as follows: $Less than $500,000 $$$500,001-$1,500,000 $$$More than $1,500,000 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 128 Packet Pg. 979 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 120 In addition to the recommended bicycle network projects, the following 24 intersection and crossing projects should be considered for near-term implementation and are listed in Table 11. Table 12 lists additional priority projects, including special initiatives such as the Hamilton Avenue Pedestrian Signal Heads and the Ellen Fletcher Bicycle Boulevard Project, which are intended to encourage walking and cycling. It also includes three studies that will further evaluate feasibility and identify specific improvements through more detailed analysis. Of these, nine projects are on either the bicycle or pedestrian HIN. Figure 19 shows the near-term intersection and crossing projects. Table 11: Priority Intersection and Crossing Projects PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION CROSSING_1 Seale Avenue Bike/ Ped Undercrossing for the Churchill Avenue Grade Separation Initiate the design process to construct an undercrossing of Caltrain and Alma Street at Seale Avenue or similar as part of and in advance of the Churchill Grade Separation. $$$ Supports the Caltrain Grade Separation project. CROSSING_9 Matadero Creek Highway 101 Seasonal Undercrossing "Convert the existing Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) maintenance road along Matadero Creek under Highway 101 to a seasonal public trail with reconfiguration of the approaches and addition of lighting, railings and signage. Constructing the new undercrossing and other improvements will help implement the Matadero Creek Trail/ Midtown Connector project.1 $$$ Implements the Matadero Creek Trail/Midtown Connector, a community supported priority project. CROSSING_10 Midtown Bicycle and Pedestrian Undercrossing Construct a new bicycle and pedestrian undercrossing of Caltrain/Alma Street in the vicinity of El Dorado Avenue and enhance neighborhood approaches, per Council direction. This project implements the South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Connectivity Project and closes a 1.3 mile gap in the City's bicycle and pedestrian network by providing a new east-west connection under the Caltrain tracks between California Avenue and Meadow Drive. $$$ Close a 1.3 mile gap in the network and provide a new low-stress crossing under the Caltrain tracks. Provides connections to schools and other key destinations. 1 This project is on VTA’s Measure B Bike/Ped Candidate Project List, titled “Matadero Creek Trail and Undercrossing at US 101: https://www.vta.org/projects/funding/2016-measure-b#accordion-bicycle---pedestrian Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 129 Packet Pg. 980 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 121 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_ CROSSING_1 Chaucer Street crossing of University Avenue Configure the approaches of Chaucer street with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_2 Carlson Circle Crossing of E Charleston Rd Configure the approaches of Carlson Circle with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_3 Wilkie Way Crossing of West Charleston Road Coordinate with Wilkie Way Crossing with West Charleston Road Bike Boulevard Crossing Project (BLVD_CROSSING_3). $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_4 Cowper Street Crossing of East Meadow Drive Construct jogged connection from Mitchell Park Path to Cowper Street Integrate with East Meadow Street bikeway upgrades. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_5 Seale Avenue Bike Boulevard Crossing of Middlefield Road Construct a low-stress crossing of Middlefield Road to encourage yielding to bicyclists on this Bicycle Boulevard route. Consider a full intersection median to filter out auto traffic on Seale Ave. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_7 Greer Road Crossing of Embarcadero Road Configure the approaches of Greer Road with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_8 St. Francis Drive crossing of Embarcadero Road Configure the approaches of St. Francis Drive with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_10 Bryant St crossing of E Meadow Dr Enhance the crossing of East Meadow Dr with a median island, flashing beacon or hybrid beacon. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 130 Packet Pg. 981 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 122 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_ CROSSING_11 Nelson Dr crossing of E Charleston Rd Enhance the crossing of East Chareleson with a bike box and crossing markings for clear connection between the pathway and bike boulevard. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_12 Cowper Street Crossing of Embarcadero Road Construct a low-stress crossing of Embarcadero Road at Cowper Street to allow bicycles to cross through. Drivers would be allowed to make right turns onto Cowper Street from Embarcadero but would not be able to turn left or cross through onto Cowper Street. Consider signalization. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_1 Page Mill Road and Hanover Street Intersection Improvement Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection. Consider implementing No Turn on Red restrictions. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_2 West Meadow Drive and El Camino Way Intersection Improvement Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_3 Quarry Road and El Camino Real Protected Intersection Construct a protected intersection at Quarry Road and El Camino Real as part of the Quarry Road Transit Connection project. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_5 California Avenue and El Camino Real Protected Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection. Coordinate with regional transit agencies to install additional transit improvements. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 131 Packet Pg. 982 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 123 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION INTERSECTION_6 Park to Serra Protected Intersection Construct a protected intersection to support circulation between Park Avenue, Serra Avenue bike lanes, El Camino Real, the Serra Avenue pathway, and the Stanford Perimeter Trail. Project will require coordination with Stanford University and Caltrans. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_7 E Charleston Road and San Antonio Road Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_8 E Charleston Road and Middlefield Road Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_9 Maybell Avenue and El Camino Real Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_10 Embarcadero Road and El Camino Real Protected Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_11 Quarry Road and Arboretum Road Protected Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_12 San Antonio Road and Middlefield Road Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 132 Packet Pg. 983 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 124 Table 12: Other Priority Projects PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION CS_1 California Avenue Community Street Community Street design on California Avenue from Birch Street to El Camino Real to align with the California Avenue Streetscape project. $ Implements community street design on a priority corridor. Study_2 Embarcadero Road Corridor Study Following the recommendations of the Palo Alto Safety Action Plan, conduct a corridor study to understand potential safety countermeasures for use on Embarcadero Road. This will determine the feasibility of the full corridor Embarcadero Road Separated Bikeway project. $ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. Study_4 Bryant Blvd & E Meadow Crossing Feasibility Study Assess the feasibility of a traffic signal or other crossing treatment to facilitate crossings of the Bryant Street Bicycle Boulevard. This study would be coordinated with SB_18 and BLVD_ CROSSING_10. $ Addresses a high stress crossing of a primary bike route. Study_5 Cal Ave Station Gap Closure project Explore ways to connect Cal Avenue Station over Oregon Expwy to Page Mill Road, over the Page Mill Rd Bridge or via a new connection along the railroad. $$ Closes key gap in the network and enhances access to California Avenue Caltrain Station. SpecProj_1 Hamilton Ave Pedestrian Signal Heads Install pedestrian signal heads on Hamilton Ave in downtown.$$$ Implements pedestrian improvements in an area of high activity. SpecProj_3 Ellen Fletcher Bike Blvd Project Ellen Fletcher Bike Blvd. Project: Work with the Palo Alto Art Center and local volunteers to assign a historic designation to the Fletcher Bicycle Boulevard as the first in the US. Explore collaboration with Palo Alto History Museum. Provide an interactive art installation/digital signage at the El Carmelo/Bryant Bridge that identifies the number of daily cyclists and provides useful education and encouragement messages. Examples are in Fremont. Consider synching with apps like Strava for additional feedback. $ Celebrates the work and accomplishments of an important historic figure. SpecProj_4 Stanford Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Improvements: multiple locations Construct pedestrian crossing and traffic calming improvements along Stanford Avenue between El Camino Real and Bowdoin Street. Treatments may include curb extensions, raised crossings, median islands, leading pedestrian intervals, and other elements to support safer crossings. $$ Addresses high- stress crossings and improves access to key destinations. Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 133 Packet Pg. 984 of 1165 125 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San An to nio R d Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serr a B l v d Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Recommended Near-Term Improvements Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Recommended Intersection Improvement Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass City of Palo Alto Railroad Caltrain Stop Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 19: Recommended Near-Term Projects Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 134 Packet Pg. 985 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 126 4.3 Cost Estimates Generalized cost estimates for bicycle facilities are presented using a simple **$ to $$$** scale to communicate relative order-of-magnitude costs rather than precise estimates. This approach reflects the early planning nature of these concepts and acknowledges that final costs can vary widely based on corridor conditions, right-of-way constraints, drainage, utilities, materials, and the extent of supporting infrastructure. Lower-cost ($) projects typically involve striping, signage, while mid-range ($$) projects may include traffic calming elements, and some signal and curb modifications. Higher-cost ($$$) projects generally require substantial capital investment, such as curb relocation, concrete barriers, drainage improvements, or full roadway and signal reconstruction. This cost framework is intended to support comparison and prioritization, with more detailed cost estimates developed as projects advance through design. 4.4 Funding Sources Bicycle and pedestrian projects can be funded through a range of local, regional, state, and federal sources. To enhance its competitiveness for these funds, the City of Palo Alto should ensure its projects align with the core goals of the funding programs—typically centered on equity, safety, sustainability, and connectivity. Besides dedicated funding sources, some bicycle and pedestrian projects can be implemented by integrating project elements into streets scheduled for repaving through the City’s five-year paving plan. Certain grants such as Transportation Fund for Clean Air (TFCA) require a project to reduce motor vehicle emissions or traffic congestion to be eligible for funding.1 All near-term implementation projects identified in the 2026 BPTP meet this criterion, as they were prioritized for their ability to improve access to transit and encourage mode shift. Similarly, the Active Transportation Program (ATP) requires applicants to show public health, safety, and greenhouse gas reduction benefits, as well as evidence of strong community engagement.2 The near-term projects satisfy these requirements, having received broad community support while advancing health, safety, and sustainability outcomes. Project readiness is another key factor; projects that have completed environmental clearance, secured right-of-way, and are close to being shovel-ready are often prioritized. In addition, strong support from key agency partners such as VTA, Caltrans, schools, nonprofit organizations, and neighboring jurisdictions can significantly strengthen a project’s application. 1 Bay Area Air District. TFCA Regional Fund. Accessed from https://www.baaqmd.gov/funding-and-incentives/funding- sources/regional-fund 2 California Transportation Commission. Active Transportation Program. Accessed from https://catc.ca.gov/programs/active- transportation-program Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 135 Packet Pg. 986 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 127 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 136 Packet Pg. 987 of 1165 5. Conclusion | 128 5. CONCLUSION 128 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 137 Packet Pg. 988 of 1165 5. Conclusion | 129 Safe and Inclusive Connected and Accessible Community- Led and Cooperative Comfortable and Enjoyable Integrated and Collaborative The Plan provides for both near-term and long-term investment in infrastructure, programs, and policies to support the Plan’s vision and objectives. Together, these components create a comprehensive approach that will guide, prioritize, and implement a network of quality bicycle and pedestrian facilities to improve mobility, connectivity, and public health throughout Palo Alto. The 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan promotes and encourages active and sustainable transportation in Palo Alto and establishes the City’s vision and comprehensive approach to improving conditions for walking, biking, and rolling. The vision is a universally accessible, safe, convenient, and integrated system that promotes walking and biking for people of all ages and abilities. The Plan’s performance measures allow for the ongoing tracking of progress towards implementation of the five objectives: Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 138 Packet Pg. 989 of 1165 Exhibit A Item 24 Attachment A - Resolution Approving the 2026 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan (including the Plan itself) Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 139 Packet Pg. 990 of 1165 PABAC’s Requested Changes to the Final 2026 BPTP and City Staff’s Response PABAC’s Requested Change City Staff Response 1. Policy & Programmatic Amendments a. Amend SI-1.9: Street Closure Policy: On page 107 and on Appendix C: Amend SI-1.9 description to include the following language: Clarify Comprehensive Plan Policy T-4.1 with PABAC’s recommended language: “Keep all neighborhood streets open as a general rule. Street closures may be considered when such closure will enhance safety or will increase use of active transportation modes.” Not recommended. PABAC recommended a formal amendment due to concerns that T-4.1 might inadvertently block modal filters on bike boulevards or school routes. Staff has reexamined T-4.1 and finds that an amendment is unnecessary. Modal filters do not close streets as defined by the California Vehicle Code; they safely manage and reroute traffic under the clear authority of Comp Plan Policies T-4.2 and T-4.3. b. Bicycle Friendly Street Design: In the Final Plan’s Policies and Programs section (3.4): Include a new policy that reads: In accordance with Comprehensive Plan Policy T-3.5 (When constructing or modifying roadways, plan for use of the roadway by all users), include a directive that the City should affirm that all City streets—not only designated bikeways—should be bike friendly streets to the extent possible. This includes exploring speed limits, traffic calming, restriping, and parking removal on non- bikeway streets to accommodate cyclists whose origins/destinations lie outside the designated network. Not recommended. The City’s Complete Streets Policy1 addresses this concern. c. Class IV and Class I Implementation Guidance: In the Final Plan’s Policies and Programs section (3.4): Include a new policy that reads: The City should implement Class IV separated bikeways and Class I multi-use paths adjacent to roadways with caution. Evaluation must prioritize mitigating potential turning conflicts at driveways/intersections (especially for e-bikes) and ensuring facilities do not introduce new hazards that cannot be reasonably mitigated. Not recommended. The City’s commitment to a Safe Systems Approach as well as best practices and use of context-sensitive designs will address this concern. d. Enhancement of Education (Program CC-1.4): Rewrite CC-1.4 (Bike Education Program) on page 104 and on Appendix C to read: The City should take further steps to develop and partner with groups to advertise and carry out bike safety and education classes in the city, Agreed. Staff will incorporate the requested change into the Adopted Final Plan. 1 City of Palo Alto, California. Complete Streets Policy (Resolution 9562). November 30, 2015. https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/transportation/misc-transportation/resolution-9562_complete-streets-policy.pdf Item 24 Attachment B - PABAC’s Requested Changes to the Final Plan and City Staff’s Response Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 140 Packet Pg. 991 of 1165 PABAC’s Requested Change City Staff Response including classes oriented towards children, older adults, and non-English speakers. Include driver education to encourage safer driving behavior, including in the presence of bicycles. e. Removal of Program CE-1.10: On page 102 and on Appendix C, remove reference to "Bike Racks on Buses" as VTA’s Wheels On The Bus program is not currently being implemented. Agreed. Staff will incorporate the requested change into the Adopted Final Plan. 2. Project-Specific Modifications a. Project SB_19 (Alma Street Separated Bikeway South): Rewrite project description to read: Evaluate the feasibility of a two-way separated cycle track on Alma Street from San Antonio Road to E. Meadow Drive. And remove the project from the Plan’s Near- term project list Agreed. Staff will include the requested text in the project description as another option to consider, instead of replacing the existing text, for the Adopted Final Plan. Not recommended. Staff does not recommend removing the project from the near-term project list since it aligns with the San Antonio Road Area Plan recommendations and Council’s recent action to use TDA3 monies to expedite construction of the South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstration project from E. Meadow Dr. to Fabian Way, which connects to this recommended project. b. Project SB_20c (San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway): Amend the project description and scope to focus instead on a joint planning effort with the City of Mountain View to develop a high-capacity facility serving the Caltrain Station, connecting through to the San Antonio Shopping Center via Pachetti Way and California Street Agreed. Staff will amend the project description as follows: Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Road from Middlefield Road to Mountain View either along the Caltrain overcrossing or via other connections through to the San Antonio Shopping Center via Pacchetti Way and California Street. Item 24 Attachment B - PABAC’s Requested Changes to the Final Plan and City Staff’s Response Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 141 Packet Pg. 992 of 1165 City Council Requested Changes Incorporated Into the Final Plan City Council’s Requested Change The Document Change 1. Proactively addressing the rapid growth of e-bikes/e-motos a. Include efforts to proactively address the rapid growth of e- bikes and e-motos in future facility design, programmatic, and educational efforts. The Final Plan incorporates several policies and programs related to e-bicycles and e-motoes, including: 1. CC-1.4: Bike Education Program 2. IE-1.4: Effective Regulation and Education on E- bikes 3. IC-1.5: Electric Bicycle Engagement Strategy 4. IC-1.6: Electric Bicycle Management 2. Ensure seamless alignment with other key City efforts a. Ensure the 2026 BPTP recommendations align with other recent and ongoing key City efforts. This includes enhanced alignment with the San Antonio Road Area Plan, the North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan (NVCAP), the Cubberley Master Plan, and the South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Connectivity Project. The Final Plan ensures alignment with other relevant or current City efforts, by: 1. Creating a Bicycle Friendly Zone around the neighborhood block of Cubberley Community Center and Mitchell Park & Community Center 2. Prioritizing active transportation projects along San Antonio Road (SB_20 series) and a portion of Alma Street (SB_19) near the San Antonio Caltrain Station 3. Prioritizing NVCAP recommendations for Ash St., Olive Ave., and Portage Ave. via project BLVD_24 4. Reflecting Council’s recent decision to advance El Dorado Avenue for the “Midtown Bicycle and Pedestrian Undercrossing.” (CROSSING_10) 3. Review Comprehensive Plan Policies that may limit future safety improvements a. Include a directive to evaluate 2030 Comprehensive Plan policies that could impede the implementation of critical safety projects, particularly on bicycle boulevards. The Final Plan includes the following Comprehensive Plan- related policies: 1. SI-1.9: Revisit Street Closure Policy (Comprehensive Plan Policy T-4.1)—Staff will remove SI-1.9 from the Adopted Final Plan since it is no longer needed per City staff review.1 2. SI-1.10: Review Comprehensive Plan Policies 3. CE-1.3: Vertical Curb Standard 4. Project-Specific Modifications a. Middlefield Road: Instead of corridor wide improvements, prioritize improvements along segments of Middlefield Avenue that provide access to key destinations, such as commercial centers and schools. Also, focus on segments that connect the The Final Plan prioritizes key segments only rather than corridor-wide improvements. Projects SB_11a and SB_11c on the near-term list prioritize a separated bikeway from Menlo Park to Everett Avenue for intercity connection and from California Avenue to Loma Verde Drive to make improvements around a school and shopping center. 1 In May 2026, City staff reexamined 2030 Comprehensive Plan Policy T-4.1 and found that a policy amendment is not necessary to implement modal filters since modal filters do not close streets as defined by the California Vehicle Code; and safely manage and reroute traffic under the clear authority of 2030 Comprehensive Plan Policies T-4.2 and T-4.3. Item 24 Attachment C - City Council Requested Changes Incorporated Into the Final Plan Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 142 Packet Pg. 993 of 1165 City Council’s Requested Change The Document Change City’s activity centers to neighboring jurisdictions. b. Prioritize the Bol Park Path- Chimalus Drive Easement (SUP_14) to support the Midtown Bicycle and Pedestrian Undercrossing Project (CROSSING_10). The Bol Park Path-Chimalus Drive Easement Shared Use Path project (SUP_14) is on the Final Plan’s Near-term Project List. c. Enhance the connection for students and other cyclists heading to and at the Churchill/Alma railroad crossing. The Final Plan includes a new project on the list, SB_24: Churchill Avenue Separated Bikeway from Alma Street to Bryant Street, including incorporating a bike box and No Turn on Red When Children are Present restrictions at Churchill/Alma; and a traffic circle at Churchill/Bryant. d. Prioritize additional safe routes to schools. The Final Plan prioritizes additional projects along safe routes to school corridors: BLVD_20 (Maybell-Georgia- Donald Bike Boulevard), BBL_2 (Newell from Embarcadero Road to Channing Avenue), and BLVD_16 (Colorado Ave Bike Boulevard). e. Support for the Cowper Street Bike Boulevard project (BLVD_15), with a request to extend project boundaries past Embarcadero Road if the Plan also incorporates an intersection signalization project at Cowper/Embarcadero. The Final Plan extends the project boundaries for the Cowper Street Bike Boulevard (BLVD_15) to be from Addison Avenue to E. Meadow Drive, including a new Bike Blvd. intersection improvement project (BLVD_CROSSING_12) that considers signalization at Cowper/Embarcadero. Both projects are on the Final Plan’s Near-term Project List. 5. Programmatic-Specific Modifications a. Include exploring a private bike parking subsidy program and providing more driver education in the Programs & Policies section. The Final Plan includes CC-1.14: Community Partnerships Program that includes exploring a private bike parking subsidy program, and CC-1.4: Bike Education Program that calls out driver education to encourage safer driving behavior. b. More pedestrian-focused recommendations. The Final Plan has several policies and programs related to pedestrian improvements, including: 1. SI-1.13: Prioritize Maintenance of Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities 2. SI-1.16: Incorporate Pedestrian Improvements Into Repaving Program 3. CA-1.2: Bicycle and Pedestrian Capital Improvement Program 4. CA-1.14: Sidewalk Gap Closure Program 5. CE-1.2: Implement Pedestrian District Guidelines and Toolbox Item 24 Attachment C - City Council Requested Changes Incorporated Into the Final Plan Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 143 Packet Pg. 994 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 115 Table 10: Near-Term Bicycle Projects PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION SUP_1 Quarry Road Transit Connection Project Construct extension and upgrade existing trail from the intersection with El Camino Real to the Palo Alto Transit Center and Mitchell Lane as part of the Quarry Road Transit Connection Project. $$ High level of project readiness and strong community support, improves access to transit. SUP_14 Bol Park Path - Chimalus Path Spur Continue to work with the community to explore the feasibility of a Chimalus Path connection from the Bol Park Path to El Camino Real. $$$ High level of community interest, provides low-stress route to multiple destinations. SB_11a Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway Connection to Menlo Park Construct a new separated bikeway from Menlo Park to Everett Ave to allow for intercity connectivity. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. SB_11c Middlefield Road Separated Bikeway Construct a new separated bikeway from California Avenue to Loma Verde Drive.$$$ Addresses a high stress street, high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. SB_12 Homer Avenue Separated Bikeway Upgrade a painted bike lane to a buffered or separated bikeway on north side and Extend the separated bikeway on south side on Homer Avenue from Alma Street to Bryant Street. $$$ Closes key gap in the network and enhances access to Homer Tunnel. SB_18 East/West Meadow Drive Separated Bikeway Upgrade a painted bike lane to separated bikeway on West Meadow Drive from El Camino Way to Alma street and continue onto East Meadow Drive from Alma Street to Fabian Way. Consider raised crossings to slow traffic and create safer crossings for students. Coordinate with Study_4: E. Meadow & Bryant St. Crossing Feasibility Study. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. SB_19 Alma Street Separated Bikeway - South Construct a new one-way separated bikeway on each side of the road Alma Street from East East Charleston Road to San Antionio Road to connect with Central Expresssway in Mountain View. Lane reconfiguration needed to create space for separated bikeway with quick-build or civil reconstruction to create raised cycle track in long term. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection and connection to San Antonio Caltrain Station. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 144 Packet Pg. 995 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 116 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION SB_20a San Antonio Avenue Separated Bikeway Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Avenue frontage street from Alma Street to Middlefield Road. $$$ Addresses a high stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional Connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. SB_20b San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Road from Middlefield Road to East Bayshore Road. Request new developers to reconstruct street according to new design. Coordinate with the City’s San Antonio Area Planning efforts and with surrounding towns to create smooth transition between cities. $$$ Addresses a high stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional Connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. SB_20c San Antonio Road Separated Bikeway into Mountain View Construct a new separated bikeway along San Antonio Road from Mountainview, along the overcrossing to Middlefield Road. $$$ Addresses a high stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional Connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. SB_23 Fabian Way Separated Bikeway Coordinate with the existing South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstration Project as part of the Palo Alto Safety Action Plan. Upgrade painted bike lane to buffered and/ or separated bikeway along Fabian Way from East Meadow Drive until Charleston Road to separate road users and create a more low-stress route for school commutes. Lane reconfiguration needed. $$$ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. Opportunity to advance planning and design through the San Antonio Road Area Plan. BLVD_2 Bryant Street Bike Boulevard Downtown Access Project Install traffic diverters, speed bumps, traffic circles, or other similar interventions on Bryant Boulevard between Embarcadero Road and downtown. Include consideration of a turn restriction from Embarcadero Road going northbound onto Bryant Boulevard. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 145 Packet Pg. 996 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 117 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_15 Cowper Street Bike Boulevard Upgrade a bike route to a bike boulevard on Cowper Street from Addison Avenue until East Meadow Drive. Install raised crossings at Hoover Park. Implement traffic calming elements and wayfinding along route and gateway treatments at intersections. Coordinate with BLVD_ CROSSING_12 at Cowper/Embarcadero. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_16 Colorado Avenue Bike Boulevard Implement a new bike boulevard on Colorado Avenue from Bryant Street until Middlefield Road. Coordinate with Cowper Street Bike Boulevard project (BLVD_15). Implement traffic calming elements and wayfinding along route and gateway treatments at intersections. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_18 Bryant - Nelson - Carlson - Mackay Bike Boulevard Upgrade a bike route to a bike boulevard on a circuitous route from on Bryant Street and connecting streets from East Meadow Drive along Nelson Drive and Mackay Road to San Antonio Road with an improved crossing at San Antonio Road/ Mackay Road-Nita Avenue. Implement traffic calming elements and wayfinding along route and gateway treatments at intersections. This project will be coordinated wtih the Cubberley Master Plan and San Antonio Road Area Plan. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_20 Maybell - Donald - Georgia Bike Boulevard Upgrade a bike route and construct a new bike boulevard along Maybell Avenue from El Camino Real to Arastradero Road via Donald Drive and Georgia Ave. Implement traffic calming elements along route to slow down traffic and implement wayfinding signs along route indicating locations such as the Gunn High School Bike Path. Consider gateway treatments at the Arastradero Road entrances. Connect with the Arastradero Road Separated Bikeway project. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network and implements a Safe Routes to School priority project. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 146 Packet Pg. 997 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 118 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_22 Park Boulevard Bike Boulevard Create a bike boulevard on Park Boulevard (Castilleja) from Churchill Avenue to E Charleston Road and continuing onto Maclane Street, Wilkie Way and Miller Avenue to Mountain View, with a spur to El Camino Real via Monroe Drive and Cesano Street, and a connection to El Camino Way buffered bike lane via James Road. Maintain existing bike lanes on Park Boulevard between Castilleja/Peers Park and Page Mill Road, yet implement separated bikeways (Class IV) on the segment between Page Mill Road and Lambert Avenue, per the adopted 2024 North Ventura Coordinated Area Plan (NVCAP). Implement traffic calming elements along the route including speed humps or bumps and pinch points. Consider modal filter or other intersection treatment at the West Meadow Drive and West Charleston crossings. Coordinate with Wilkie Way Crossing with West Charleston Road Bike Boulevard Crossing Project (BLVD_ CROSSING_3). Incorporate landscaping and green infrastructure features such as tree wells and plantings in bulbouts. $$ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BLVD_24 Portage - Olive - Ash Bike Boulevard under NVCAP Proposed bike boulevards on Portage Avenue, Olive Avenue, and Ash Street per the adopted 2024 North Ventura Corridor Area Plan. $$ Adds new connection and coordinates with planned development. BBL_2 Newell Road Buffered Bike Lane Upgrade painted bike lane to a buffered bike lane on Newell Road from Embarcadero Road to Channing Avenue. Requires parking removal to create more comfortable conditions. Coordinate with the Embarcadero Road separated bikeway project to create a safe intersection crossing. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BBL_4 El Camino Way Buffered Bike Lane Upgrade El Camino Way to a buffered bike lane from Los Robles Avenue to Maybell Avenue. Parking removal needed. Intersection improvement and wayfinding at the intersection with West Meadow Drive to connect to the separated bikeway and Wilkie Way bike boulevard. Coordinate with major intersection improvement at El Camino Real and Maybell Avenue intersection and new bike boulevard. Alternatively, consider one-way traffic on El Camino Way to retain parking and accommodate buffered bike lanes. $ Upgrades a key route parallel to El Camino Real to provide a low stress connection. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 147 Packet Pg. 998 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 119 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BBL_7 Cambridge Avenue Buffered Bike Lane Stripe a buffered bike lane on Cambridge Avenue and Yale Street from Park Boulevard to California Avenue, crossing El Camino Real. This is an alternate route for use when California Ave is occupied with community events. $ Provides low stress connection and alternate route for through traffic during community events. BBL_8 California Avenue Buffered Bike Lane Upgrade painted bike lane to a buffered bike lane on California Avenue from El Camino Real to Hanover Street. Parking reconfiguration needed to create space for buffered bike lanes. Coordinate with the El Camino Separated Bikeway project and the Hanover Street Buffered Bike Lane project to create smooth intersection crossings. $ Upgrades priority corridor and coordinates with adjacent projects to maximize benefits of investment. BBL_9 Amaranta - Coulombe Buffered Bike Lane Stripe a buffered bike lane on Amaranta Avenue and Coulombe Avenue from Los Robles Avenue to Arastradero Road. Consider design details appropriate for a more rural neighborhood context. Coordinate with Arastradero Road Separated Bikeway to create a safe intersection crossing and consider installing bike boxes and treatments to support bicyclists turning to/ from Arastradero Road. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BL_5 Stanford Avenue Bike Lane connection to Hanover Upgrade bike route and sharrows to painted bike lane on Stanford Avenue from Harvard Street to Dartmouth Street. Connect to existing bike lanes on Stanford Avenue and new Bike Boulevard on Hanover Street. Coordination needed with Stanford University and Escondido Elementary School. Consider a study of impacts of no left turns on to Escondido Road and Hanover Street. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network. BL_6 California Avenue Bike Lane Paint a bike lane on California Avenue from the Caltrain station to Birch Street. Coordinate with California Avenue Streetscape project. Consider reorientation of parking stalls to create more space for bicycling. $ Upgrades priority corridor on the low stress network and provides key connection to Caltrain Station. Source: Kittelson & Associates, 2025 Note: The planning level rough order of magnitude costs have been estimated and generalized costs, are presented as follows: $Less than $500,000 $$$500,001-$1,500,000 $$$More than $1,500,000 Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 148 Packet Pg. 999 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 120 In addition to the recommended bicycle network projects, the following 24 intersection and crossing projects should be considered for near-term enhancements and are listed in Table 11. Table 12 lists additional priority projects, including special initiatives such as the Hamilton Avenue Pedestrian Signal Heads and the Ellen Fletcher Bicycle Boulevard Project, which are intended to encourage walking and cycling. It also includes three studies that will further evaluate feasibility and identify specific improvements through more detailed analysis. Of all these, nine projects are on either the bicycle or pedestrian HIN. Figure 19 shows the near-term bikeway, intersection and crossing projects. Table 11: Priority Intersection and Crossing Projects PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION CROSSING_1 Seale Avenue Bike/ Ped Undercrossing for the Churchill Avenue Grade Separation Initiate the design process to construct an undercrossing of Caltrain and Alma Street at Seale Avenue or similar as part of and in advance of the Churchill Grade Separation. $$$ Supports the Caltrain Grade Separation project. CROSSING_9 Matadero Creek Highway 101 Seasonal Undercrossing "Convert the existing Santa Clara Valley Water District (SCVWD) maintenance road along Matadero Creek under Highway 101 to a seasonal public trail with reconfiguration of the approaches and addition of lighting, railings and signage. Constructing the new undercrossing and other improvements will help implement the Matadero Creek Trail/ Midtown Connector project.1 $$$ Implements the Matadero Creek Trail/Midtown Connector, a community supported priority project. CROSSING_10 Midtown Bicycle and Pedestrian Undercrossing Construct a new bicycle and pedestrian undercrossing of Caltrain/Alma Street in the vicinity of El Dorado Avenue and enhance neighborhood approaches, per Council direction. This project implements the South Palo Alto Bike/Ped Connectivity Project and closes a 1.3 mile gap in the City's bicycle and pedestrian network by providing a new east-west connection under the Caltrain tracks between California Avenue and Meadow Drive. $$$ Close a 1.3 mile gap in the network and provide a new low-stress crossing under the Caltrain tracks. Provides connections to schools and other key destinations. 1 This project is on VTA’s Measure B Bike/Ped Candidate Project List, titled “Matadero Creek Trail and Undercrossing at US 101: https://www.vta.org/projects/funding/2016-measure-b#accordion-bicycle---pedestrian Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 149 Packet Pg. 1000 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 121 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_ CROSSING_1 Chaucer Street crossing of University Avenue Configure the approaches of Chaucer street with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_2 Carlson Circle Crossing of E Charleston Rd Configure the approaches of Carlson Circle with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_3 Wilkie Way Crossing of West Charleston Road Coordinate with Wilkie Way Crossing with West Charleston Road Bike Boulevard Crossing Project (BLVD_CROSSING_3). $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_4 Cowper Street Crossing of East Meadow Drive Construct jogged connection from Mitchell Park Path to Cowper Street Integrate with East Meadow Street bikeway upgrades. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_5 Seale Avenue Bike Boulevard Crossing of Middlefield Road Construct a low-stress crossing of Middlefield Road to encourage yielding to bicyclists on this Bicycle Boulevard route. Consider a full intersection median to filter out auto traffic on Seale Ave. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_7 Greer Road Crossing of Embarcadero Road Configure the approaches of Greer Road with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_8 St. Francis Drive crossing of Embarcadero Road Configure the approaches of St. Francis Drive with bike boxes to prioritize people riding bicycles on this Bicycle Boulevard route. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_10 Bryant St crossing of E Meadow Dr Enhance the crossing of East Meadow Dr with a median island, flashing beacon or hybrid beacon. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 150 Packet Pg. 1001 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 122 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION BLVD_ CROSSING_11 Nelson Dr crossing of E Charleston Rd Enhance the crossing of East Chareleson with a bike box and crossing markings for clear connection between the pathway and bike boulevard. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. BLVD_ CROSSING_12 Cowper Street Crossing of Embarcadero Road Construct a low-stress crossing of Embarcadero Road at Cowper Street to allow bicycles to cross through. Drivers would be allowed to make right turns onto Cowper Street from Embarcadero but would not be able to turn left or cross through onto Cowper Street. Consider signalization. $$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_1 Page Mill Road and Hanover Street Intersection Improvement Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection. Consider implementing No Turn on Red restrictions. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_2 West Meadow Drive and El Camino Way Intersection Improvement Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_3 Quarry Road and El Camino Real Protected Intersection Construct a protected intersection at Quarry Road and El Camino Real as part of the Quarry Road Transit Connection project. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_5 California Avenue and El Camino Real Protected Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection. Coordinate with regional transit agencies to install additional transit improvements. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 151 Packet Pg. 1002 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 123 PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION INTERSECTION_6 Park to Serra Protected Intersection Construct a protected intersection to support circulation between Park Avenue, Serra Avenue bike lanes, El Camino Real, the Serra Avenue pathway, and the Stanford Perimeter Trail. Project will require coordination with Stanford University and Caltrans. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_7 E Charleston Road and San Antonio Road Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_8 E Charleston Road and Middlefield Road Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_9 Maybell Avenue and El Camino Real Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_10 Embarcadero Road and El Camino Real Protected Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_11 Quarry Road and Arboretum Road Protected Intersection Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. INTERSECTION_12 San Antonio Road and Middlefield Road Construct protected intersection design features to improve safety and comfort of this intersection in coordination with future bikeway upgrade projects. $$$Addresses a high- stress crossing. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 152 Packet Pg. 1003 of 1165 4. Implementation and Funding | 124 Table 12: Other Priority Projects PROJECT NUMBER PROJECT NAME DESCRIPTION GENERALIZED COST JUSTIFICATION CS_1 California Avenue Community Street Community Street design on California Avenue from Birch Street to El Camino Real to align with the California Avenue Streetscape project. $ Implements community street design on a priority corridor. Study_2 Embarcadero Road Corridor Study Following the recommendations of the Palo Alto Safety Action Plan, conduct a corridor study to understand potential safety countermeasures for use on Embarcadero Road. This will determine the feasibility of the full corridor Embarcadero Road Separated Bikeway project. $ Addresses a high- stress street and high injury corridor and provides a key regional connection. Study_4 Bryant Blvd & E Meadow Crossing Feasibility Study Assess the feasibility of a traffic signal or other crossing treatment to facilitate crossings of the Bryant Street Bicycle Boulevard. This study would be coordinated with SB_18 and BLVD_ CROSSING_10. $ Addresses a high stress crossing of a primary bike route. Study_5 Cal Ave Station Gap Closure project Explore ways to connect Cal Avenue Station over Oregon Expwy to Page Mill Road, over the Page Mill Rd Bridge or via a new connection along the railroad. $$ Closes key gap in the network and enhances access to California Avenue Caltrain Station. SpecProj_1 Hamilton Ave Pedestrian Signal Heads Install pedestrian signal heads on Hamilton Ave in downtown.$$$ Implements pedestrian improvements in an area of high activity. SpecProj_3 Ellen Fletcher Bike Blvd Project Ellen Fletcher Bike Blvd. Project: Work with the Palo Alto Art Center and local volunteers to assign a historic designation to the Fletcher Bicycle Boulevard as the first in the US. Explore collaboration with Palo Alto History Museum. Provide an interactive art installation/digital signage at the El Carmelo/Bryant Bridge that identifies the number of daily cyclists and provides useful education and encouragement messages. Examples are in Fremont. Consider synching with apps like Strava for additional feedback. $ Celebrates the work and accomplishments of an important historic figure. SpecProj_4 Stanford Avenue Pedestrian Crossing Improvements: multiple locations Construct pedestrian crossing and traffic calming improvements along Stanford Avenue between El Camino Real and Bowdoin Street. Treatments may include curb extensions, raised crossings, median islands, leading pedestrian intervals, and other elements to support safer crossings. $$ Addresses high- stress crossings and improves access to key destinations. Item 24 Attachment D - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Tables Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 153 Packet Pg. 1004 of 1165 125 __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 Midd l e f i e l d R d Alma S t Brya n t S t Ham i l t o n A v e Univ e r s i t y A v e Lyt t o n A v e Add i s o n A v e New e l l R d Channing Ave Sand H i l l R d Cow p e r S t Embarca d e r o R d Loui s R d Ore g o n E x p y Cali f o r n i a A v e Cal i f o r n i a A v e Pag e M i l l R d Color a d o A v e Lom a V e r d e A v e Mead o w D r El D o r a d o A v e Charl e s t o n R d Fa b i a n W y San Antonio Rd Bay s h o r e R d Gree r R d El Ca m i n o R e a l Los R o b l e s A v e Wilki e W y Ara s t r a d e r o R d Foot h i l l E x p y Han o v e r S t Hil l v i e w A v e Junipero Serra Blvd Sta n f o r d A v e Ross R d Mat a d e r o A v e May b e l l A v e Hom e r A v e Color a d o A v e El Ca m i n o R e a l Mille r A v e Centra l E x p y Middlefield Rd King s l e y A v e Sea l e A v e Mor e n o A v e Park B l v d Arastra d e r o R d Eve r e t t A v e Bo y c e A v e Welc h R d Chu r c h i l l A v e Porte r D r Oliv e A v e Cam b r i d g e A v e La Do n n a A v e EAST PALO ALTOMENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS Byxbee Park Mitchell Park Hoover Park Pearson-Arastradero Preserve Greer Park Eleanor Pardee Park Ramos Park Robles Park Bol Park Alta Mesa Memorial Park Rinconada Park Baylands Nature Preserve Palo Alto High School Gunn High School JLS Middle School Greene Middle School Fletcher Middle School Walter Hays Elementary Duveneck Elementary Ohlone Elementary El Carmelo Elementary Palo Verde Elementary Addison Elementary Hoover Elementary Greendell School Juana Briones Elementary Barron Park Elementary Lucille M. Nixon Elementary School Escondido Elementary School Palo Alto Caltrain California Ave Caltrain San Antonio Caltrain Menlo Park Caltrain Palo Alto Airport Mata d e r o C r e e k Barro n C r e e k Adobe C r e e k __`101 §¨¦280 ∙þ82 EAST PALO ALTO MENLO PARK STANFORD UNIVERSITY LOS ALTOS MOUNTAIN VIEW LOS ALTOS HILLS PALO ALTO PORTOLA VALLEY F Recommended Near-Term Improvements Class I - Shared Use Path Class IIa - Bike Lane Class IIb - Buffered Bike Lane Class IIIb - Bike Boulevard Class IV - Separated Bikeway Recommended Bike Blvd Crossing Recommended Intersection Improvement Recommended Ped/Bike Bridge or Underpass City of Palo Alto Railroad Caltrain Stop Data Sources: City of Palo Alto, MTC, Kittelson 0 1 2 Miles As of 9/1/2025 Figure 19: Recommended Near-Term Projects Item 24 Attachment E - Recommended Near-term Improvement Projects Map Item 24: Staff Report Pg. 154 Packet Pg. 1005 of 1165 6 1 4 7 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: INFORMATIONAL REPORT Lead Department: Administrative Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #2512-5697 TITLE Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Status Report RECOMMENDATION This report is informational and does not require action by the City Council. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The purpose of this report is to provide the City Council with information on the financial status of the City’s General Fund and Enterprise Funds through the end of the third (3rd) quarter of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 (January 1, 2026, through March 31, 2026). The figures presented in this report are unaudited. Third-quarter results for the General Fund are consistent with historical trends, and it is expected that the fund will meet the adjusted budget. Staff will continue to review revenues and expenditures against the budget and bring forward information, when available, regarding budget-to-actual variances. As of the end of March, 67.4% of the adjusted revenue budget (before operating transfers) was received and 75.3% of the adjusted expenditure budget (including pre-encumbrances and encumbrances, before operating transfers) was spent. Revenues typically trend lower than 75% in the third quarter primarily due to seasonality of the City’s major tax revenues, specifically property tax and sales tax. Property and sales tax revenues are received unevenly throughout the year, with property tax distributions from the County occurring primarily in the second through fourth quarters. Sales tax revenues reflect seven months of collections due to consistent timing lags in the State’s collection and distribution process. Additional details regarding seasonality and timing are included in the General Fund Property Tax and Sales Tax sections in this report. General Fund expenditures through the third quarter are below the prior fiscal year and are currently projected to remain within the FY 2026 Adjusted Budget. A portion of the year-over- year decrease in salaries and benefits is attributable to timing and accounting allocation differences related to pension and medical benefit costs rather than year-over-year reduction Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 1006 of 1165 6 1 4 7 in operational expenditures. In FY 2025, certain employee benefit allocations were recognized later in the fiscal year, whereas FY 2026 reflects a more consistent quarterly allocation methodology. These timing differences are expected to normalize through year-end and are not anticipated to materially impact total annual expenditure levels. BACKGROUND 1, which reported the financial status of major funds and the Capital Improvement Program as of the second quarter (Q2) and recommended adjustments to the Adopted Budget. This third quarter financial report covers financial activity for the period July 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026, and compares results to the same period in the prior fiscal year and to the FY 2026 Adjusted Budget. In the discussion of the major tax revenue categories below, staff generally indicates how each category is trending compared to the adjusted budget. This report serves as a financial status update and does not include any budgetary adjustments for FY 2026. ANALYSIS General Fund rd Quarter Financial Report (Attachment A) contains a summary of major General Fund revenues by source and expenditures by department and the comparison between the FY 2026 Adopted Budget and Adjusted Budget. The Adjusted Budget column includes prior year commitments that were carried forward into FY 2026 and the City Council approved amendments to the FY 2026 Adopted Budget Year-to-Date (YTD). Revenue Highlights for FY 2026 3rd Quarter YTD 1 February 23, 2026 Council Meeting Item #8, Report # 2512-5662: https://recordsportal.paloalto.gov/WebLink/DocView.aspx?id=86652&dbid=0&repo=PaloAlto&searchid=40c482af -1ed8-49eb-b477-c51c9088ae03 Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 1007 of 1165 6 1 4 7 $269.7 million. The net reduction is primarily driven by a $9.0 million decrease in Sales Tax and a $1.3 million decrease in Property Tax, partially offset by increases in revenue from other agencies (+$1.5 million), permits and licenses (+$0.4 million), and charges for services (+$0.2 million), along with (+$0.5 million) modest gains in business tax and other revenues. This decrease includes reappropriations, encumbrances, and budget amendments. These changes can be viewed on City’s website3. rd Quarter Year-To-Date (YTD), compared to the same period of the prior fiscal year. Revenues are expressed as a percentage of the Adjusted Budget. Table 1: General Fund Revenue 3 Budget Adjustments and Monitoring Revenues FY 2026 Inc / (Dec) % change FY 2026 % FY 2025 % Property Tax $41,741 ($2,185) -5.0% $72,327 57.7% $68,319 64.3% Charges for Services 29,793 4,956 20.0% 44,499 67.0% 39,112 63.5% Sales Tax 21,925 1,314 6.4% 27,377 80.1% 35,588 57.9% Transient Occupancy Tax 18,619 1,310 7.6% 29,139 63.9% 28,345 61.1% Utility User Tax 15,267 1,101 7.8% 21,437 71.2% 21,489 65.9% Permits, Licenses and Other Fees 8,819 2,130 31.8% 11,065 79.7% 10,877 61.5% Documentary Transfer Tax 6,599 1,185 21.9% 8,542 77.3% 8,550 63.3% Business Tax 3,540 851 31.6% 6,738 52.5% 5,250 51.2% All Other Revenue Sources 30,270 406 1.4% 40,869 74.1% 43,259 69.0% Total Revenue $176,573 11,068 6.7% $261,993 67.4% $260,789 63.5%$165,505 6,689 5,414 29,864 2,689 24,837 17,309 14,166 $43,926 20,611 3rd Quarter Actuals Adjusted Budget FY 2025 FY 2026 3rd Quarter YTD (000's) Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 1008 of 1165 6 1 4 7 Property Tax At the close of the 3rd quarter, property tax revenue receipts were $41.7 million, or 57.7% of the adjusted budget, and a decrease of 5.0% over the same period in the prior fiscal year due to timing differences in recording revenue. Based on remittances received from Santa Clara County, after adjusting for these timing differences the underlying property tax revenues through April are 4.6% above prior year levels. Property tax revenues are received from the County of Santa Clara during the second, third, and fourth quarters of the calendar year. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the 5-year and 10-year periods for this revenue source is 6.3% and 7.4%, respectively. At the FY 2026 Mid-Year review, the property tax revenue estimate was reduced by $1.3 million, from $73.6 million to $72.3 million, to align with the County of Santa Clara’s secured roll and assessed valuation data. With this adjustment, Property Tax revenues are still projected to increase year over year, though at a more moderate level than the Adopted Budget. Based on 3rd quarter results and County projections issued in May 2026, revenues are expected to meet the revised year-end estimate. A portion of Excess Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund (ERAF) distributions remains subject to State audit findings on calculation methodology. Approximately 18% of Excess ERAF is considered at risk. To mitigate these potential losses, the City budgets excess ERAF net of the amount at risk and reserves at-risk amounts when received. The ERAF Reserve balance is $7.1 million as of June 30, 2025, with an additional contribution of approximately $1.5 million anticipated in FY 2026 based on current estimates. As of the publication of this report, the court judgment remains pending. Due to the timing of sales tax collection and distribution by the California Department Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA), third quarter sales tax only reflects seven months of sales activity (through January) and does not represent the full three quarters of the fiscal year. Actual year- end performance will be known in August. As of the third quarter, sales tax revenue totaled $21.9 million, 80.1% of the adjusted budget, and a $1.3 million or 6.4% increase, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. At the FY 2026 Mid-Year review, the sales tax revenue estimate was reduced by $9.0 million (estimated $5 million ongoing and $4 million one-time), from $36.4 million to $27.4 million, to reflect with an updated allocation methodology used by CDTFA, particularly affecting leasing and new auto sales. Year-to-date revenues reflect a higher percentage of the adjusted budget and are above prior year levels. However, these results are influenced by the Mid-Year budget adjustment, timing differences between sales activity and revenue distributions, and one-time prior period adjustments associated with the revised allocation methodology, rather than a clear change in underlying economic activity. The timing and implementation of these changes remain Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 1009 of 1165 6 1 4 7 uncertain and will continue to affect both the level and timing of reported revenues during the current fiscal year. Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rd quarter revenue estimates represent approximately 7.5 months of TOT receipts due to timing delays in receipts of up to 1.5 months. Reported receipts through February are $20.2 million, a $1.8 million or 9.8% increase over the same period in the prior year. Utility User Tax (UUT) rd quarter, a $1.1 million or 7.8% increase over the prior fiscal year and 71.2% of the FY 2026 Adjusted Budget. The increase is primarily driven by the FY 2026 adopted utility rate increases, normal fluctuation in utility consumption, and billing cycles. Staff will continue to monitor collections throughout the remainder of the fiscal year. Documentary Transfer Tax Business Tax Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 1010 of 1165 6 1 4 7 The tax was effective in January 2023, with a discounted rate through January 2025 at 50% or 3.75-cents per square foot per month. The full rate was assessed starting January 2025 at 7.5- cents per square foot per month. The tax has an annual cap of $0.5 million per business and both the rate and the cap are increased by 2.5% annually beginning FY 2027. FY 2026 represents the full fiscal year in which the Business Tax is fully phased in at the voter approved rate. Charges for Services rd quarter of FY 2026, revenues totaled $29.8 million, up by $5.0 million or 20.0% over the same period in the prior fiscal year. The year-over-year increase was primarily driven by: Zoning, inspection, and plan check fees: $2.2 million increase Paramedic service fees: $1.8 million increase (reflecting the new first responder fee and an increased number of transports) Recreation, programming, drop-in admissions, golf tournament and driving range fees: $0.7 million increase Stanford communication and fire service fees: $0.5 million increase Rental registry fee: $0.2 million increase Permits, Licenses, and Other Fees Expense Highlights for FY 2026 3rd Quarter YTD Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 1011 of 1165 6 1 4 7 As of April 2026, the citywide vacancy was 117.50 positions or 10.6% vacancy rate. See Table 2 below for more detailed information regarding citywide vacancies by department. All recruitments are subject to review and approval by the Hiring Review Committee and further consideration of governmental efficiencies. Table 2 Citywide Vacancies by Department rd quarter of FY 2026, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. Year-to-date expenditures are presented as a percentage of the respective fiscal year’s Adjusted Budget. Table 3: General Fund Expenditures Department General Fund Other Funds Grand Total Administrative Services Department 7.0 2.5 9.5 City Managers Office 1.0 0.0 1.0 Community Services Department 5.0 0.0 5.0 Fire Department 9.0 0.0 9.0 Human Resources Department 0.0 1.0 1.0 Information Technology Department 0.0 2.0 2.0 Library Services Department 6.0 0.0 6.0 Office of Transportation 4.0 1.0 5.0 Planning and Development Services 4.0 0.0 4.0 Police Department 13.0 0.0 13.0 Public Works Department 4.0 19.0 23.0 Utlities Department 0.0 39.0 39.0 Grand Total 53.0 64.5 117.5 Vacancy % 8.6% 13.0% 10.6% Vacancy % (without Public Safety) 6.5% Expenditures FY 2026 FY 2025 Inc/(Dec) % change FY 2026 % FY 2025 % Police 44,243$ 45,946$ (1,703)$ -3.7% 58,966$ 75.0% 58,608$ 78.4% Fire 44,959 43,900 1,059 2.4% 60,223 74.7% 56,530 77.7% Community Services 31,800 29,290 2,510 8.6% 44,825 70.9% 42,821 68.4% Public Works 18,751 17,355 1,396 8.0% 29,044 64.6% 27,735 62.6% Planning & Development Services 17,527 17,133 394 2.3% 29,902 58.6% 29,336 58.4% Library 9,871 9,701 170 1.8% 13,098 75.4% 13,144 73.8% Administrative Services 8,613 8,723 (110) -1.3% 12,039 71.5% 12,267 71.1% All Other Departments 21,458 31,167 (9,709) -31.2% 42,251 50.8% 53,370 58.4% Total Expenditures 197,222$ 203,215$ (5,993)$ -2.9% 290,348$ 67.9% 293,811$ 69.2% FY 2026 3rd Quarter YTD (000's) 3rd Quarter Actuals Adjusted Budget Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 1012 of 1165 6 1 4 7 due to the timing of applying employee contributions and related benefit cost allocations. In FY 2025, these adjustments occurred in the fourth quarter, whereas FY 2026 reflects a quarterly allocation approach to better distribute costs during the fiscal year. These timing changes are not expected to significantly affect overall year-end expenditure comparisons. Overall General Fund projected expenses for FY 2026 are anticipated to come within or under the adjusted budget. Community Services expenditure increased by $2.5 million, or 8.6%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. The increase was primarily driven by higher costs in contract services ($1.2 million), facility maintenance and security ($500K), IT support and maintenance ($271K), grant and subsidies ($210K), liability insurance ($167K), program and project costs ($140K), and other general expenses by ($127K). Of these expenditure categories, contract services represent the largest increase, primarily driven by the timing of payments related to golf course management fees ($700K) and landscaping contract costs ($490K), which were recorded in the fourth quarter of the prior fiscal year rather than the third quarter. Public Works expenditures increased by $1.4 million, or 8.0%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. This increase was primarily driven by salaries and wages ($643K) and contract services ($1.1 million), which includes facility maintenance, repair, and security and other contract services. Additional increases occurred in indirect charges for liability insurance ($153K), IT support and maintenance ($167K), and vehicle equipment maintenance services ($107K). These increases were partially offset by lower pension employer costs ($391K), reduced gas sales to City departments ($172K), a lower vehicle replacement allocation($54K), and decreased construction material costs ($65K). Planning and Development Services expenditures increased primarily due to expanded planning activities associated with the new San Antonio Road Area Plan and the implementation of the rental registry program. Library expenditures increased by $263K overall, partially offset by a $94K reduction in salaries and benefits due to lower pension and medical contribution costs. Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 1013 of 1165 6 1 4 7 Administrative Services experienced changes primarily driven by lower salaries and benefits due to reduced pension and medical contribution costs, partially offset by an increase in direct and indirect charges. All Other Departments expenditures decreased $9.7 million, or 31.2%, compared to the same quarter in the prior fiscal year. The decline is primarily attributable to Non-Departmental variances. Expenditure increases totaling $500K across the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney offices were offset by a decrease in the Office of Transportation. Non-Departmental expenditures decreased by $9.7 million, or 76.4 %, compared to the previous fiscal year, driven by the following: Contract Services (Legal fees) decreased by $2.8 million compared with the previous year. This decrease is attributable to the settlement in the Green v. City of Palo Alto litigation, in which the payout of attorney‘s fees and refunds under the settlement agreement was completed earlier than originally anticipated. Other Contract Services decreased by $0.5 million due to non-recurring expenditures in FY 2025, including November 2024 election costs and the completion of the mobile mental health outreach initiative in FY 2025. General Expenses decreased by $6.2 million primarily due to the conclusion of gas customer refunds related to Green v. City of Palo Alto, which were fully disbursed in March 2025. Additionally, expenditures were reduced by $200K due to a decrease in the Cubberley base rent. Police and Fire the total combined expenditures for the Police and Fire Departments accounted for approximately 45.0% of total General Fund expenditures through the 3rd quarter of FY 2026. The table below summarizes salary and overtime expenditure for this period. A detailed analysis of net overtime costs for both departments is provided in Attachment B. Table 4: Police and Fire FY 2026 FY 2025 Inc(Dec) % change FY 2026 % FY 2025 % Police - Salaries $16,238 $16,454 (216)$ -1.31% $23,730 68.4% $23,194 70.9% Police - Overtime 2,239 2,678 (439) -16.39% 1,173 190.9% 1,099 243.7% Total Police 18,477 19,132 (655) -3.42% 24,903 74.2% 24,293 78.8% Fire - Salaries 17,076 15,079 1,997 13.24% 21,674 78.8% 19,731 76.4% Fire - Overtime 3,096 4,449 (1,353) -30.41% 4,939 62.7% 5,217 85.3% Total Fire 20,172 19,528 644 3.30% 26,613 75.8% 24,948 78.3% Total Public Safety Salaries & Overtime 38,649$ 38,660$ (11)$ -0.03% 51,516$ 75.0% 49,241$ 78.5% Expenditures 3rd Quarter Actuals Adjusted Budget Salaries and Overtime Expense FY 2026 3rd Quarter YTD (000's) Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 1014 of 1165 6 1 4 7 Police Department Overtime. As of the end of the third quarter of FY 2026, the Department held 13 vacancies (9% of 139 total FTEs), including 10 police officers, two dispatchers, and one community service officer (CSO). Benefited leave totaled 5,536 hours for the period, with 19 employees unavailable for ten or more shifts. Overtime is primarily used to mitigate staffing shortages due to vacancies, training, and leave, or to support surge requirements for major incidents. Overtime is also used to support special events and work related to the retail theft grant. These costs are driven predominantly by police officer staffing needs. Analysis is included in Attachment B. Fire Department Overtime. The current deployment model requires 25 positions each day to keep Fire Engines and Ambulances operational. Overtime is primarily driven by backfilling vacancies to maintain minimum daily staffing. Any gaps resulting from vacancies, injuries, training, or leave are covered through overtime. During the third quarter of FY 2026, 10 firefighters were in the Fire Academy, requiring continued overtime backfill. Additionally, all Strike Team deployments are paid as overtime and are fully reimbursable by the State; six deployments have occurred in FY 2026 to date. The midyear overtime budget was adjusted to reflect reimbursement revenue from Strike Teams and the Tri-City agreement for Fire Station 8 (Foothills) staffing during fire season. Analysis is included in Attachment B. General Fund Budget Stabilization Reserve (BSR) Balance 5 the Budget Stabilization Reserve (BSR) was $53.8 million at the end of 3rd quarter and be maintained through year end. This amount is $4.1 million below the City Council’s recommended target of $57.9 million, which represents 18.5% of the General Fund adopted operating expenditure. Per policy, the City maintains a BSR balance within a range of 15% to 20% of annual operating expenditures, with a target level of 18.5%. The FY 2027 Proposed Budget BSR balance is projected to be $53.7 million, which is 17.3% of expenditures and below the City Council’s recommended target level of 18.5% by $3.5 million. Enterprise Funds 5 City Council Special Meeting, February 23, 2026, Agenda Item 8, Staff Report# 2512-5662 Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 1015 of 1165 6 1 4 7 Table 5: Enterprise Funds Change in Net Position Water Fund increased by $2.6 million, or 34.7%, from the prior fiscal year. This increase was primarily driven by a $2.8 million increase in operating revenues, mainly from higher customer sales. The increase in customer sales reflects a 10.0% overall rate adjustment for residential and commercial customers, effective July 1, 2025, partially offset by a 3.8% decrease in overall consumption. Operating expenses remained relatively stable compared to the prior fiscal year. The decrease in consumption contributed to lower utility purchase costs, which were partially offset by increases in other operating expenses, including operations and maintenance. Electric Fund decreased by $7.2 million, or 16.9%, compared to the prior fiscal year. The decrease was primarily driven by higher operating expenses and increased transfer out, partially offset by increased operating and non-operating revenues. Operating expenses increased by $14.9 million, primarily due to $11.0 million in higher commodity purchases, driven by increased Resource Adequacy capacity costs, Energy Market Activity, and higher Western power purchase costs. These increases were partially offset by lower NCPA-related costs, including pooling and facilities, as well as lower transmission costs. Additional increases were driven by higher administrative and general expenses and operations and maintenance expenses. Operating revenues increased by $8.5 million, mainly due to a $9.9 million increase in customer sales, attributed to the electric rate increase of 6% effective July 1, 2025, and higher commercial and residential usage. This was partially offset by a decrease in other operating revenues, primarily due to lower Renewable Energy Credit sales, partially offset by higher Resource Adequacy capacity sales. Both are market driven and subject to fluctuations. Increase Funds FY 2026 FY 2025 (Decrease) % Inc (Dec) Water 10,273$ 7,624$ 2,649$ 34.7% Electric 35,171 42,328 (7,157) -16.9% Fiber Optic 534 1,028 (494) -48.1% Gas 10,902 8,445 2,457 29.1% Wastewater Collection 6,123 2,762 3,361 121.7% Wastewater Treatment 12,528 2,754 9,774 354.9% Refuse 1,508 1,419 89 6.3% Storm Drainage 1,908 1,724 184 10.7% Airport (921) (995) 74 -7.4% Total Change in Net Position $78,026 $67,089 $10,937 16.3% FY 2026 3rd Quarter YTD 3rd Quarter Actuals (000's) Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 1016 of 1165 6 1 4 7 Transfer Out increased by $1.8 million, primarily due to $1.2 million higher transfers to the General Fund associated with grid modernization asset values, as well as transfers to Capital Project and Vehicle Funds. Fiber Optic Fund decreased by $0.5 million, or 48.1%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. This decrease was primarily due to a $0.3 million decline in operating revenues, mainly from lower customer sales associated with customer disconnections due to move-outs and business closures, and a $0.2 million increase in operating and maintenance expenses, primarily driven by higher labor and administrative costs as staff continue to build out Fiber to the Premises initial pilot area. Gas Fund increased by $2.5 million, or 29.1%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. The increase was primarily driven by higher operating and non-operating revenues, and lower transfers partially offset by higher operating expenses. Wastewater Collection Fund increased by $3.4 million, or 121.7%, compared to the same period in the prior fiscal year. This increase was primarily driven by higher operating revenues, partially offset by increased operating expenses. Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 1017 of 1165 6 1 4 7 Water Quality Control Plant. These costs include operating requirements, debt service, and minor capital improvements. In addition, administrative and general expenses, as well as depreciation, also increased. Wastewater Treatment Fund increased by $9.8 million, or 354.9%, compared to the prior fiscal year. This increase was primarily driven by advance billings to the City of Mountain View and Valley Water for Advanced Water Purification System project, along with normal billing and expenditure fluctuations and other routine operational variances. However, this increase does not reflect a true change in net income, as the fund operates as a pass-through for partner billings, including advance billings that are subject to year-end true-up. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 1018 of 1165 6 1 4 7 ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: FY 2026 3rd Quarter Financial Report Attachment B: FY 2026 3rd Quarter Public Safety Overtime Analysis APPROVED BY: Lauren Lai, Administrative Services Director Item A Item A Staff Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 1019 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A CITY OF PALO ALTO GENERAL FUND FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2026 (in thousands) BUDGET ACTUALS (as of 03/31/2026) Adopted Adjusted Pre % of Adj Categories Budget Budget Encumbr Encumbr Actual Budget` Revenues & Other Sources Sales Tax 36,377 27,377 - - 21,925 80.1% Property Tax 73,627 72,327 - - 41,741 57.7% Transient Occupancy Tax 29,139 29,139 - - 18,619 63.9% Documentary Transfer Tax 8,542 8,542 - - 6,599 77.3% Utility Users Tax 21,437 21,437 - - 15,267 71.2% Business Tax 6,488 6,738 3,540 52.5% Other Taxes and Fines 780 780 - - 555 71.2% Charges for Services 44,293 44,499 - - 29,793 67.0% Permits & Licenses 10,671 11,065 - - 8,819 79.7% Return on Investment 3,742 3,742 - - 2,941 78.6% Rental Income 16,448 16,448 - - 11,999 73.0% From Other Agencies 1,830 3,308 - - 2,100 63.5% Charges To Other Funds 15,547 15,547 - - 11,891 76.5% Other Revenues 785 1,045 - - 782 74.8% Total Revenues 269,706 261,993 - - 176,573 67.4% Operating Transfers-In 31,459 32,127 - - 24,095 75.0% Encumbrances and Reappropriation 12,203 25,934 - - - 0.0% Total Sources of Funds 313,369 320,053 - - 200,668 68.2% Expenditures & Other Uses City Attorney 5,094 5,859 36 790 3,825 79.4% City Auditor 995 1,412 2 813 576 98.5% City Clerk 1,542 1,618 0 154 1,039 73.7% City Council 550 596 40 41 374 76.1% City Manager 5,356 5,693 24 231 4,341 80.8% Administrative Services 11,831 12,039 5 637 8,613 76.9% Community Services 43,495 44,825 134 4,683 31,800 81.7% Fire 59,966 60,223 318 433 44,959 75.9% Human Resources 5,655 5,318 48 101 4,173 81.3% Library 12,925 13,098 129 403 9,871 79.4% Office of Emergency Services 1,768 1,922 36 326 1,298 86.4% Office of Transporation 3,464 4,831 0 880 2,832 76.8% Planning and Development Services 24,768 29,902 193 4,890 17,527 75.6% Police 58,203 58,966 1 277 44,243 75.5% Public Works 25,662 29,044 96 5,090 18,751 82.4% Non-Departmental 12,431 14,998 135 552 3,002 24.6% Total Expenditures 273,707 290,348 1,196 20,300 197,222 75.3% Operating Transfers-Out 6,383 6,383 - - 4,787 75.0% Transfer to Infrastructure 33,057 34,028 - - 25,521 75.0% Total Use of Funds 313,147 330,759 1,196 20,300 227,530 75.3% Net Change to BSR 221 (10,705)(26,862) Budget Amendments in the Fund Authorized by Council thru 3/31/26 FY2026 Budget amendments to reduce GF appropriations by approximately $6.2m 66 General Fund amendment related to ordinances (96) CMO Oversized Vehicles Phased Approach (305) Mid year budget adjustments 157 with PAUSD.(427) Fire watch services at City hall (81) Mid year budget adjustments 110 Mid year budget adjustments (50) Forecast ( November 2025)(1,300) report (9,000) Total Budget Amendments Authorized by Council (10,926) Total Budget Amendments Authorized by Council - - BSR Balance 58,768 53,842 BSR % of Adopted Total Use of Funds Item A Attachment A - FY 2026 Third Quarter Financial Report Item A: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 1020 of 1165 2024 2025 2026 Q3 POLICE DEPARTMENT Overtime Expense Adopted Budget (A)$1,028,988 $1,098,939 $1,173,110 Modified Budget (B)1,028,988 1,098,939 1,173,110 Net Overtime Cost - see below 1,160,290 1,868,684 (288,999) Variance to Budget (131,303) (769,745) 1,462,109 Overtime Net Cost Actual Expense $3,467,691 $3,181,061 $2,238,811 Less Reimbursements Other Program Reimbursements 259,747 - 626,317 - - (C) (A) Department Vacancies (number of days) Workers' Compensation Cases Department Disabilities (number of days) FIRE DEPARTMENT Overtime Expense (D) (E) Overtime Net Cost (D) Department Vacancies (number of days) Workers' Compensation Cases Department Disabilities (number of days) NOTES: (A)The FY 2026 Police Department budget did not include any new positions. (B)Police Department adopted budget has not been adjusted in FY 2026. (C)Includes Animal Control Services contract with Los Altos and Los Altos Hills. (D)The FY 2026 Fire Department budget was increased by 3.0 Fire Captains and 7.0 Single Role EMS Division positions. (E)As part of the FY 2026 Mid-Year Review, City Council approved actions that result in a Fire Department overtime budget of $4.9 million. Attachment B Public Safety Departments Overtime Analysis for Fiscal Years 2024 through 2026 Item A Attachment B - FY 2026 3rd Quarter Public Safety Overtime Analysis Item A: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 1021 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: INFORMATION REPORTS Lead Department: City Manager Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2603-6187 TITLE Independent Police Auditor's (IPA) Report of Review of Investigations as of November 2025 and Police Department Use of Force Report for June 1, 2025 – November 30, 2025 RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council and public receive this informational report with the most recent report from OIR Group attached. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS Since 2006, Palo Alto has utilized an Independent Police Auditor (IPA) to conduct secondary review of certain investigations of uniformed Police Department personnel and provide related services. Since the inception of the independent police auditing program, the City has contracted with the Office of Independent Review (OIR Group), to provide these services. The following report transmits the Independent Police Auditor (IPA) Report on Investigations Completed as of November 30, 2025. For reference, the prior IPA report was published November 2025 as an Informational report.1 The Police Department’s website lists all past Independent Police Auditor Reports, here2. Attachment A contains the current IPA report for investigations completed as of November 2025. Per Council direction, the Police Department also shares use of force information through a report provided alongside each IPA report, included here as Attachment B and covers the time period of June – November 2025. The Police Department’s responses to the IPA report recommendations are included here as Attachment C. 1 1 Independent Police Auditor's (IPA) Report of Review of Investigations as of May 2025 and Police Department Use of Force Report for January - May 2025. Link: https://www.paloalto.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/police- department/accountability/ipa-reports/may-2025-independent-police-auditor%E2%80%99s-report-and-papd-use- of-force-report.pdf 2 Palo Alto Police Department Accountability Webpage: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Police/Accountability Independent Police Auditor Reports Webpage: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/Departments/Police/Accountability/Independent-Police-Auditor Item B Item B Staff Report Item B: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 1022 of 1165 Consistent with standing practice, this report is issued as informational for the Council and the public. In light of heavy Council agendas through the end of the fiscal year, staff has not scheduled a study session with OIR Group at this time. Staff will work to schedule an OIR study session with the Council after the Council break. The study session can also include discussion of OIR’s proposed audit scope of work related to Flock cameras. FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item B Item B Staff Report Item B: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 1023 of 1165 INDEPENDENT POLICE AUDITORS’ REPORT Review of Investigations Completed as of 11-30-25 Presented to the Honorable City Council City of Palo Alto 2026 Prepared by: Michael Gennaco and Stephen Connolly Independent Police Auditors for the City of Palo Alto Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 1024 of 1165 Introduction This is the latest semi-annual report by the Independent Police Auditor for the City of Palo Alto. It primarily covers cases for which the Palo Alto Police Department ("PAPD", or "The Department") completed its internal investigation and review process; it also includes discussions of two older use of force incidents that resulted in injury, became the subject of potential civil litigation, and are now resolved. OIR Group's relationship with the City dates back nearly two decades now ,1 but our current scope of work was established within the last four years. It involves the evaluation of confidential investigative files across a few categories: allegations of misconduct against PAPD officers (whether initiated by the Department itself or a public complaint), physical force incidents involving a certain level of seriousness (including all Taser deployments), and all instances in which one o r more officers point a firearm at a subject. While we do not conduct our own investigations into these matters, our arrangement with the City ensures that we have full access to the Department's own work product, including body-worn camera recordings from involved personal as well as reports, photos, interviews, and other evidentiary materials. This allows us to make informed determinations about the legitimacy and effectiveness of PAPD's processes. In this reporting cycle, we looked at four completed misconduct cases and five force incidents. There were two sustained allegations. The first was for falling below the agency's expected "Standards of Conduct" while remotely viewing a court proceeding. The other, which emerged from the Department's own identification of an ancillary issue during a complaint review, related to the officer's failure to properly notify the driver of the reason for the stop at the outset of the contact. PAPD found that the other allegations covered here were not supported by the evidence. We concurred with each of those findings, and discuss our rationale below. The report also covers five force incidents, three which involved minor injury only and for which the officers' actions were found to be justified. The other two involved, respectively, a broken arm and a bite wound from a police canine that occurred during the apprehension of an assault subject. The force was also deemed "in policy" for these cases – an outcome we agreed with, but with reservations. 1 Based in southern California, OIR Group is a team of police practices experts that has worked in the field of civilian oversight of law enforcement since 2001. It has provided a range of auditing, review, and investigative services for numerous jurisdicti ons in California and in several other states. More information about our work, including dozens of public reports, is available at www.oirgroup.com Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 1025 of 1165 3 The four "pointed firearm" cases in this Report's pool were all considered by the Department –and us– as being consistent with policy and training. At the same time, PAPD management continued its practice of using these incidents as opportunities to evaluate performance more broadly, and intervene where individual shortcomings or other issues were noted. The agency's supervisorial assessment of "p -gun" cases is a relatively new responsibility that it has taken on – and not something that is universally tracked in the different jurisdictions with which we are familiar. After some initial challenges in both capturing all the relevant encounters and maximizing the broader benefit of reviewing them, the Department has evolved quite effectively in both areas. While that is a favorable development, some of our encouragement was dampened by noticing that each incident involved at least one lapse in body -worn camera activation by an on-scene officer (though not always the weapon -pointer). We urge the Department to continue its focus on this issue, which we also identified in our last Report. As in the past, the Department continues to be professional and constructive in its approach to our responsibilities. Along with ensuring that we have the materials that we need, responding to the substantive questions that arise during our review cycles, and keeping us apprised of significant developments within the agency on a regular basis, PAPD remains receptive to our feedback in ways that have resulted in demonstrable changes to its operations. We appreciate all of the above. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 1026 of 1165 4 Investigations into Allegations of Misconduct Case 1: Concerns about Different Aspects of Detention Factual Overview PAPD received a report of a man intentionally striking a female with his car. An officer responded to the location and began talking to the alleged victim. At that point, the victim identified the subject in a passing car. The officer flagged down the car, the man exited, and the officer requested identification. The man said that he did not speak English and requested a Spanish-speaking officer. The man asked to wait until the Spanish speaking officer arrived before producing identification. The officer then detained the man and placed him into handcuffs. Eventually, the alleged assault could not be established based on the initial investigation, and the man was released at the scene. The case was presented to the District Attorney, who declined to file charges. PAPD Investigation The man filed a complaint against the officer alleging that he was wrongfully treated in the following ways: • Unlawful detention: No legal basis to stop him • Failure to state reason for detention • Inappropriate use of force • Damage to cell phone PAPD assigned an investigator to the complaint, and that person performed a robust investigation. It determined that there was a legal basis to detain the man for a possible assault investigation. The investigation further found that the control holds used by the officer were within policy and that there was no proof that the cell phone had been damaged during the detention.2 PAPD also examined – and refuted – additional complaints by the man: • That the officer lied to the supervisor who had arrived on scene. The investigation revealed that the man was not within earshot when the officer and the supervisor conversed. 2 Despite several efforts at outreach and inquiry with the complainant, the investigator was not able to establish any damage to the cell phone. The man advised that he had shipped the phone to a foreign country for repairs but did not produce any corroborating information. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 1027 of 1165 5 • That the officer refused to move him out of the sun. The body-worn camera evidence revealed that the officer did move the man out of the sun. • That the officer refused to adjust the man’s handcuffs. The body-worn camera shows that the officer did adjust the man’s handcuffs. • That the wait for a supervisor was excessively long. The body-worn camera footage showed the wait was approximately 13 minutes – not the 40 alleged. While the complainant's various assertions of wrongdoing were mostly not substantiated, PAPD found, as alleged, that the officer had failed to provide the man the reason for detaining him. This was in violation of both Department policy and recent state l aw. PAPD's scrutiny of the matter also identified peripheral shortcomings in the officer's performance, which it incorporated into the review. These include a finding that the officer had failed to synch up the personal body-worn camera with the cameras in the patrol vehicle, as required by policy. Finally, PAPD found that the officer performed in a manner inconsistent with best practices and training when moving to detain the man prior to a back-up officer arriving. In response, PAPD recommended that the officer’s supervisor conduct a training debrief on the issues that were found to be out of policy or contrary to training . Documentation of that training was also included in the file. IPA Review IPA reviewed all of the investigative materials developed during PAPD’s investigation and concurred with the findings of PAPD. The investigation and subsequent analysis w ere rigorous. The recent state law referenced is found at Vehicle Code 2806.5. Effective January 1, 2024, the law requires that in most cases: A peace officer making a traffic or pedestrian stop, before asking any questions, shall state the reason for the stop. The officer shall document the reason for the stop on any citation or police report resulting from the stop. Because of the recency of this law, all PAPD officers should be regularly reminded of the need to advise detainees consistent with this new legal requirement that is intended to alleviate concerns about bias-based policing. RECOMMENDATION ONE: PAPD should send out a reminder to all officers reminding them of the need to advise detainees of the reason for any stop. In its review, IPA particularly appreciated PAPD going beyond the four corners of the complainant’s allegations and identifying performance deficiencies based on its review of Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 1028 of 1165 6 the incident. As a result, PAPD was able to develop a more robust and effective intervention for the officer to address all of the performance, training, and policy issues. Case 2: Complaint Regarding Disruption of Court Proceeding Factual Overview PAPD was the investigating agency in an alleged homicide/arson case that resulted in a conviction several years ago – only to become the subject of extended appeals and an eventual re-trial. When that second proceeding had reached the point where the jury verdict was being announced, the court afforded certain parties (including some PAPD personnel) the opportunity to observe the outcome remotely. Admonishments to leave cameras and microphones off were included with the emailed link. The verdict turned out to be "Guilty" – at which point both a cheer and a shout of "Screw that guy!" were audible in the courtroom. The judge responded by directing the remote feed to be disconnected. That disruption received media attention in the subsequent covering of the event, which in turn prompted a complaint from a member of the public (who contacted our office in an effort to initiate the process). Aware that the responsible person was a PAPD member, the Department opened an internal investigation into the incident. PAPD Investigation The review was quite straightforward. The facts were not in dispute, and the involved individual (who is a PAPD supervisor) had apologetically contacted an executive manager in the agency to share an online article about the incident within hours of its o ccurrence. It was determined that the supervisor's failure to mute the computer program's microphone feature had been inadvertent. Nonetheless, the Department found that its policy regarding "Standards of Conduct" had been violated. The accompanying memorandum cited the expectation that court proceedings be viewed quietly and with decorum – even in a virtual context. It also discussed the ways in which the episode had distracted from the verdict itself, and had led to an abrupt termination of remote access for numerous interested individuals. These negative impacts reflected poorly on PAPD . IPA Review IPA concurred with the Department's handling of this matter. Though the complaint from the public was an overlapping impetus, it seemed clear that PAPD leadership had already recognized the ways in which the incident merited formal review and accountabili ty. The resulting investigation was efficient and effective – as facilitated by the manner in which the subject supervisor accepted responsibility from the outset. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 1029 of 1165 7 Supervisory Inquiry Investigations Case 1: Allegation of Inappropriate Threat to Arrest Factual Overview PAPD responded to a call from a local convenience store regarding a man who was using the hot water to heat up food he brought from the outside. After a brief conversation with the clerk, the officer identified the man and asked him to go outside the store. The man complied but said that his primary language was Spanish. The officer used the translation service to assist in conversing with the man. During the conversation, the officer repeatedly advised the man that the store was a “private business” and that it had the discretion to remove any patron who it did not want on the premises. The officer further advised the man not to return to the store and if he did, he could be arrested. The conversation ended and the man went on his way. After the incident, the man filed a complaint with PAPD, alleging that the officer had threatened him with arrest for exercising his right to use the store’s hot water. PAPD Review PAPD reviewed the encounter and talked with the involved officer. It found that while the officer mistakenly referred to the convenience store as a “private business ,” the underlying message to the complainant about the ability of store employees to request patrons to leave was correct. PAPD noted that the officer had indeed advised the man that if he returned to the store, he was subject to arrest, but did not view the advisement as a threat or somehow improper. Accordingly, PAPD found that the man’s allegations were without merit. IPA Review IPA reviewed the investigative materials and concurred with PAPD’s findings. The officer’s confusion about “private” and “public” businesses was not material to the larger question of whether the treatment of the complainant was improper. Still, it was appropriately addressed during the initial conversation with the officer and an immediate supervisor. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 1030 of 1165 8 Case 2: Various Allegations of Misconduct Related to Arrest Factual Overview The complainant in this case was an adult woman who was arrested for multiple warrants at the end of an encounter with PAPD officers that lasted for several minutes. A few months after the incident, she submitted a written complaint on the Department website, in which she challenged several aspects of the officers' behavior and the consequences of her arrest. (These had included the impounding of her van and the alleged taking of property from it, and the loss of three dogs who were taken by Animal Control .) Officers had originally focused on the woman because of outreach by neighbors, who claimed she was spending time inside a condemned residence and behaving erratically. 3 Officers also learned that an adjoining jurisdiction had issued three warrants for her arrest. When they arrived at the location, they found her inside her van with the dogs – and with a generator running outside and connected to the interior of the van by a hose. Attempts to speak with the woman and get her to emerge of her own volition met with verbal resistance. The Department assigned primary responsibility for communication to a trained negotiator, but this officer's various efforts were unsuccessful. After some minutes had passed, officers removed a plastic covering along the driver's side of the vehicle. This allowed them to speak with the woman more directly; they also noticed a concerning gasoline smell coming from the car as a result of the new op ening. Fire Department personnel were summoned to the scene. After a few more minutes of unsuccessful efforts at dialogue with the highly agitated complainant, officers reached in and physically removed her from the van and took her into custody. She continued to be verbally upset and aggressive, and at one point s pit at one of the officers. She was charged with additional crimes, including cruelty to animals for her apparent mistreatment of the three dogs. Her complaint listed several issues, including an unjustified arrest, inaccurate information on the booking sheet, disregard for her victim's rights, and an improper impound of the vehicle (which she alleged had the collateral consequence s of lost possessions and identity theft). 3 The reported behavior included repetitive screaming and door slamming. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 1031 of 1165 9 PAPD Review The supervisor who reviewed the complaint relied on the body-worn camera recordings of the several officers who responded; this material (in conjunction with the police report and other subsequent documentation) was sufficient to refute the different allegations raised by the woman. The supervisor determined that the officers had addressed the situation appropriately, that some of the specific allegations were in direct conflict with the evidence, and that no misconduct had occurred. IPA Review We concurred with the Department's handling of this case after reviewing the materials in the case file. The complainant's extreme agitation had made it difficult to communicate effectively with her, but the on-scene personnel were patient and persistent in their efforts to do so. The additional adverse consequences of an impounded vehicle and separation from her animals were unfortunate for her but consistent with expected or required protocols. Case 3: Allegations of Handcuffing Injury and Other Misconduct Factual Overview A woman submitted a written complaint to the Department in the aftermath of her arrest for drunk driving. She subsequently came to the police station and provided an interview that tracked the same issues she had raised in her previous correspondence. The woman acknowledged having fault in the underlying incident (a single car traffic collision that was attributed to driving under the influence of alcohol). However, she took exception to several aspects of the officers' handling of the arrest and subsequent investigation at the police station, where she experienced a long delay before providin g a blood sample per her choice. She cited a number of concerns. Some of these related to injury she allegedly suffered as a result of being handcuffed, both originally and during her protracted time cuffed by one wrist to a bench in the Department's processing area. (She submitted phot ographs in support of her claims.) She thought the extended time before the phlebotomist's arrival to test her was a form of mistreatment. She considered the officers to have been overly aggressive at different points in her arrest. She also challenged an aspect of the police report that said she had refused to take an alcohol screening test in the field, and she found the officers' "threats" about taking her to jail to have been inappropriately coercive. The complainant also resented the officers' having recorded her while she was in a vulnerable and emotional state during her time in custody. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 1032 of 1165 10 PAPD Review The Department was able to refute the woman's allegations based on the body -worn camera recordings, which showed the officer's patience and professionalism in dealing with the complainant. Throughout the encounter, she appeared to be operating under the misperception that her cooperation and lack of violent resistance entitled her to a dif ferent standard of treatment than was she was receiving, particularly with regard to being handcuffed. (On the recording, she repeatedly refers to herself as the victim of a "human rights violation."). A distinctive feature of the recording was her rattling of the handcuffs that restrained her, one of which was connected to the bench where she was seated, and the other of which was on her wrist. Apart from the persistence she showed over the course of approximately a half hour, the activity was noteworthy in the context of the wrist injuries she later claimed. Not only had she not complained of pain or tightness when originally cuffed and transported, but at one point she actually slipped out of the lone cuff that connected her to the bench, thus belying the notion that it was injuriously tight. Instead, her own repetitive motions may well have contributed to any discomfort or injury she ultimately asserted in her complaint. As for her other assertions, the recording of her was standard practice (and advisable), the length of processing was fairly standard and largely attributable to the wait for a phlebotomist, and the requirement to sign her citation as a condition of release – or go to jail – was accurately characterized by the officers. She seemed to have a mis-recollection or misunderstanding of the offer to take a test in the field that she had refused (as captured on body-worn camera). In short, none of the allegations of misconduct were substantiated. At the same time, though, reviewers at both the initial supervisor level and then the next - level evaluation both noted performance concerns that warranted – and received – follow- up. These included the failure to take precautionary photographs in response to the woman's initial complaints of pain to her wrists toward the end of her time in custody. The initial search of the woman in the field was also found to have been inadequate. This was revealed most starkly when she produced a phone from her coat pocket while seated on the bench in the processing area, which she then used to record the officers. The relevant officer was counseled about the importance of a thorough search. IPA Review We concurred with the determination that no violations of Department policy had occurred. We also found the additional "issue -spotting" and corrective action to be Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 1033 of 1165 11 constructive and worthwhile – a good example of how this process can serve as an opportunity for performance refinements as well as accountability. On the other hand, we found the supervisor's interview of the complainant to be somewhat disappointing. Though the woman had provided a lengthy written articulation of the concerns, the supervisor's approach was to have her itemize them again as the supervisor wrote out a brief summary of each. This seemed inefficient and was less illuminating than reductive – as if the concise note taking was given precedence over gleaning a full version of events through interaction. Moreover, when the woman hesitated over a part of the paperwork that asked whether racial bias was being alleged, the supervisor told her that the investigation would essentially be the same either way. This was seemingly intended to be reassuring as she wavered over the choice, but lent itself to an interpre tation of dismissiveness. Nor was it followed by additional questioning about the basis for the supposed perception of bias. We did not have the impression that the woman was genuinely interested in asserting biased behavior, and did not see any evidence that would have validated such an assertion. However, the value of objective and rigorous efforts to address any such concerns is obvious, and the Department's review approach fell short here. Additionally, the supervisor responded to some of her points during the interview by explaining how the described behavior was consistent with policy (and therefore not a valid basis for a complaint). This happened to be correct, but the assertions were not well - received, and presumably did little to contribute to the complainant's overall sense that her issues would be assessed with objectivity.4 It should be noted that the supervisor did not appear to be intentionally discouraging or argumentative; instead, the approach simply reflected an understanding of the "mission" that differed from ours – and deviated from the better practice of treating intake as a forum for listening and. thoughtful neutrality. While we support the PAPD's practice of distributing complaint investigation responsi bility throughout the supervisory level, ideally the supervisors will be guided effectively before being asked to carry out these roles. RECOMMENDATION TWO: PAPD should periodically ensure that all supervisors entrusted with conducting complaint investigations are trained in effective techniques for "intake" interviews with complainants. 4 The woman brought up a second incident that she had happened to witness, involving the arrest of a person in the downtown area. The supervisor said he had happened to be there, and found the officers' actions to be completely warranted by the arrestee's behavior. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 1034 of 1165 12 Use of Force Cases Case 1: Control Holds and Takedown Resulting in Head Abrasion Factual Overview PAPD officers responded to a call from a local business requesting that a person who was sleeping outside the entrance be removed from the property. Multiple officers responded and one officer used a foot to nudge the person’s sleeping bag. The man awakened and officers attempted to negotiate with him for multiple minutes to leave voluntarily. The man was slow to respond, argumentative, and complained about his living situation. After nearly seventeen minutes of discussion, Officer 1 told the man that he was going to be placed under arrest and secured his right arm in preparation to handcuff him. Officers 2 and 3 moved to secure the man’s left arm. The three officers wrestled with the man briefly as the man resisted the officers’ efforts to place him in handcuffs. Officer 4 then moved to assist with the process. Once the man was secured, officers observed that he had an abrasion over his eye; this prompted officers to call paramedics to render aid. The man was then transported to the hospital for clearance. The man was booked into jail for trespassing, resisting arrest, and two outstanding warrants. PAPD Review The first level reviewer determined that the use of force was within policy. He noted, however, that Officer 2 used profanity during the encounter when he told the man to “roll up your shit and move along”. The second level reviewer also found that more detail should have been provided in the four officers’ narratives about the arrest and the use of force techniques used. That reviewer also found that Officer 3 should have properly secured the baton back in its scabbard as officers attempted to complete the handcuffing process. Finally, the second reviewer noted that the man claimed on scene that during the use of force, the officers had broken his eyeglasses. The reviewer opined that the officers should have notified a supervisor when the man claimed that they had broken his gl asses. The third level reviewer agreed with the need for the arresting officer to explain in his report why the arrest decision was made when it was. Regarding the baton issue, the reviewer noted that the officer commendably used a baton as leverage to remove the man’s left arm under his body but that it should have placed back in its scabbard instead of on the ground when the officer shifted focus to controlling the man's head. The Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 1035 of 1165 13 reviewer noted that the officer's actions had provided an opportunity for a struggling subject to grab an unsecured weapon. The third level reviewer ensured that each of the training points identified resulted in education and briefing for the involved officers. The fact of that training was then documented in the file. IPA Review IPA reviewed the body-worn camera, police reports, and review memoranda . Based on that review, we concurred with the finding that the use of force was within policy. We were particularly impressed with the exactitude of the force review at all levels. Moreover, in the best tradition of law enforcement, PAPD developed robust interventions designed to address performance issues and better prepare its officers for future challenges. PAPD should be credited for its exemplary work in this use of force review . Case 2: Control Holds and Takedown Possibly Resulting in Fractured Wrist Factual Overview PAPD conducted a “bait bike” operation whereby an expensive bicycle owned by the Department is locked and placed in a public location. When the lock is tampered with, it alerts police, who can then respond and detain the thief. In this incident, police did respond and observed the subject on the bike. One officer instructed the subject to stop but he continued to pedal away. A motorcycle officer pursued the subject and was eventually able to direct him to a median whereby he needed to slow. That allowed another officer on foot to grab the subject’s backpack and pull him off of the bicycle. Officers then used control holds to bring the subject’s arms behind his back and successfully handcuff him. After the incident, the subject complained that the officers had “beat” him. He also complained of pain to his forehead. The subject was transported to a local hospital where there was no evidence of injury to his head. The hospital did diagnose a fractured left wrist, however, and placed the subject in a splint. PAPD Review PAPD conducted an extensive review of the incident and determined that the force was within policy. PAPD also determined that the subject’s allegation of excessive force was not corroborated by the body-worn camera footage or other evidence. The Department also attempted to learn whether the wrist injury was caused by the use of force or was pre-existing but could not determinatively resolve that question. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 1036 of 1165 14 The reviewers also noted that the body-worn camera of one involved officer was not activated because it had not been synched it up to the car’s mobile activated video when the officer replaced the battery. PAPD determined that this performance issue would be addressed through training – a decision driven in part by the "trainee" status of the relevant officer. The reviewers also noted that one of the responding officers told the subject to “get into the damn car” while escorting the subject to a patrol car. PAPD indicated it would counsel the officer on the need to remain professional at all times when dealing with the public. IPA Review IPA reviewed all of the investigative materials and concurred with the finding that the force use was within policy. It also found that the body -worn camera evidence refuted the allegation by the subject of excessive force. Again, PAPD’s reviewers are to be commended for identifying the collateral issues discussed above and addressing them through appropriate intervention. Case 3: Complaint of Injury to Head and Wrist while in Custody Factual Overview An adult male prompted a call for service when he was observed slumped over while behind the wheel at a gas pump. Officers responded to the scene and conducted an investigation into possible driving under the influence. The man was contentious and passively aggressive during the initial attempts to assess his condition through field sobriety tests. He also refused to provide a breathalyzer sample, and the officers eventually arrested him and brought him to the police station for a blood test under the authority of a warrant. That process proved to be a challenge, as the man remained uncooperative, argumentative, and recalcitrant. He was handcuffed to a bench, and removing his jacket proved to be a protracted struggle as officers took off one cuff but got no assistance from him. Several officers surrounded the man, and he slid to the ground while yelling about pain in his wrist and continuing to resist. He was ultimately placed in restraints for his own safety and that of the officers. The Department summoned medics to the f acility, but the man initially made no claims of injury and was not cooperative. Once the man was re-secured, he was transported to county jail. However, during intake, he claimed to a nurse that he had been subjected to excessive force, including being thrown to the ground and having his head slammed on the floor. He said he had lost consciousness. Jail staff accordingly declined to accept him until he had been medically cleared. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 1037 of 1165 15 Officers brought him to the hospital, where he was evaluated, treated and then approved for release to jail custody.5 He was charged with both DUI and resisting. PAPD supervisors, who had been present during the efforts to obtain a blood sample, had taken the position that officers had not used anything more than "controlling force," which would not ordinarily initiate the agency's full -scale review protocol for a force incident (or fall within the established scope of work for evaluation by the Independent Police Auditor). The hospital trip, in conjunction with the man's assertions, had moved the encounter into a different category, and the full review was conducted. This included an interview of the man by a superviso r as well as assessment of extensive other evidence, including body-worn camera recordings, photos, and reports from several involved officers. The Department found no support for the man's contentions of excessive force or other mistreatment. On the contrary, the officers had been notably patient and professional in dealing with the man's persistent lack of cooperation. The recordings established that no slamming or loss of consciousness had occurred, and that pain to the man's wrist was attributable to his own resistance while handcuffed. PAPD determined that the force was reasonable, and the officers' actions were consistent with policy. IPA Review We concurred with the Department's assessment of this incident. There were multiple officers (and supervisors) involved in the effort to obtain a blood sample and then restrain the man for transport. The process was awkward at times as they transitioned away from the bench to the ground and struggled to overcome a large person's lack of cooperation. It was clear from the videos that the subject did not lose consciousness, and his repeated references to his wrist and hand were not only difficult to distinguish from his other efforts to distract and prolong, but were also related to his own straining against the handcuffing process. The officers remained controlled throughout the lengthy encounter. It also was a sound decision to forego the blood draw in light of the overall circumstances and the difficulties the man was presenting. While agreeing with the PAPD findings here, we also note that the supervisor's attempt to interview the man for purposes of the force review fell short of the ideal in a couple of ways. The first was a lack of focus on the man's allegations regarding head trauma and loss of consciousness. (Instead, the supervisor's questioning was limited to the wrist injury issue.) The supervisor also appeared to lose patience with the man toward the end of the conversation, as the subject's obfuscation and contentiousn ess continued. While 5 Medical staff did not observe significant injury; he was given an ice pack for a sore wrist. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 1038 of 1165 16 this was understandable, the simple goal of providing the subject with an opportunity to tell his or her version of events without challenge or "cross-examination" should remain the Department's focus in this situation. RECOMMENDATION THREE: PAPD should devote renewed attention to the training of supervisors in appropriate interview techniques with the subject of a use of force. Case 4: Control Hold Resulting in Broken Arm Factual Background Officers were dispatched to a local eatery after two women went into the men’s bathroom and, after being advised to use the women’s bathroom instead, got into a verbal confrontation with the manager. Employees then called 911, indicating that it appeared as if the women were intoxicated. Two officers responded to the location and found the two women arguing with the restaurant manager. The officers separated the manager from the two women and endeavored to get them outside of the business. Officer 1 then grabbed one of the women’s left wrist while Officer 2 grabbed her right wrist. The woman pulled away, causing Officer 1 to momentarily lose control of the woman’s wrist. Officer 2 continued to hold onto her and pushed the woman against the wall, at which time both officers heard a “pop” sound.6 Officers immediately radioed paramedics to respond, completed the handcuffing process, and escorted the woman out of the restaurant. The second woman was also handcuffed and removed from the restaurant without incident. Paramedics arrived and transported the injured woman to the hospital where x -rays showed that she had suffered a fractured humerus bone. The other woman was booked at County jail for trespassing and being drunk in public. The injured woman was cited for similar charges (and a resisting arrest charge) but released to the hospital for continued treatment of her injured arm. PAPD Review 6 The supervisor who reviewed the use of force incorrectly stated that Officer 1 did not know the woman was injured during the handcuffing process because the woman made other statements without any further complaint of pain. Officer 1’s supplemental police report, included a description of hearing a distinct “popping noise” as Officer 2 applied pressure to the woman’s arm and that Officer 2 immediately called paramedics for a suspected “broken arm." This self - documentation indicated that Officer 1 had in f act been aware of a concern. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 1039 of 1165 17 PAPD conducted a use of force investigation and found the force used by the officers “in policy.” The supervisor who reviewed the force also commented positively about the responding officers’ de-escalation efforts, calling those efforts “empathetic.” This assertion was supported by observations that the officers spoke calmly and in a relaxed manner and gave multiple warnings to the women before going hands on. The supervisor also, and creditably, identified a failure on behalf of the first responding officer to “test record” body-worn camera equipment prior to shift and provided counseling to the officer about that oversight. The supervisor identified one training issue relating to a conversation picked up when the non-injured woman was being transported to the jail. Apparently, the woman had been able to use her I-Watch to communicate with another person during the transport. In another positive example of additional follow-up, the supervisor sent an email to shift officers advising them of the potential security issues that an unsecured I-Watch might present and advised officers to remove them from an arrestee prior to trans port. IPA Review IPA reviewed the investigative materials and body-worn camera footage of the incident. IPA agreed that the force used was consistent with Department policy and appreciated the performance issues identified by the supervisor. However, as explained below, we did not agree that the officers used empathetic and effective de-escalation techniques at the onset of the incident. Officers’ Communication Tactics A review of the body-worn camera showed that the officer who responded first to the incident, upon receiving the radio transmission about the nature of the call and then while responding to the call, commented aloud: “starting off solid with a couple ‘drunkeys’”. This sarcastic reference displayed a sub-optimal attitude before even arriving at the call.7 When that officer arrived in the restroom hallway area, one of the women asked the officer to relax, which led to this response: “No, you’re going to relax”. As the women continued to talk, the officer interrupted her and said: “Listen to me”. Almost imm ediately the officer told the women, “You have two options: go to jail or get your stuff and leave.” The officer then told them repeatedly to "stop talking and leave?” The officer then said, “Do you understand the words coming out of my mouth,” and when one of the women tried to again explain her account responded by saying, “I don’t care”. 7 While this made a disappointing impression, it should be noted that the officer was alone at the time of the recorded comment. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 1040 of 1165 18 After the injured woman was handcuffed, she cried “ow!” and then advised the second arriving officer that her arm hurt. Officer 2 responded: “I know it hurts because you are moving so much.”8 In addition to the actual words articulated, the overall tone of the officers and Officer 1’s sudden ultimatum to them after a very short amount of engagement was disquieting. The abrupt repeated warnings of arrest were not effective and came across as impatience. While inebriated persons can present a challenge to officers who endeavor to reason with them, the two women were not aggressive or physically threatening to the officers. Slowing down the encounter and displaying effective communication strate gies to achieve compliance could well have resulted in the officers not needing to use force and a more successful resolution. And, though not egregious, the officers' approach also did not seem affirmation-worthy – which made the supervisory review disappointing. Securing an Injured Person The control holds used in this case are one of the lowest levels of force used by officers and almost never result in serious injury. This incident, however, is testament to the reality that every “hands on” encounter has the potential to be physically im pactful. In this case, the officers were immediately aware that the woman had been injured as the officers continued to complete the handcuff process. Yet the officers completed the handcuffing even though the woman had been injured, and then blamed her for the pain that she subsequently suffered. One issue that was not considered was whether officers should continue to secure a person who has been obviously injured by the use of force. Perhaps the appropriate tactical approach is to complete the process so that the person can be secured, but that process should be undertaken particularly carefully. RECOMMENDATION FOUR: PAPD should advise its supervisors that when reviewing force incidents, they should consider whether taking time and deploying different (and truly empathetic) strategies could have reduced the need to use force. RECOMMENDATION FIVE: PAPD should consider whether additional training would be beneficial on how to address arrestees who are injured as a result of a use of force but not yet secured. 8 As noted above, the supervisor incorrectly wrote in the analysis that the woman did not complain of the injury until after she was escorted from the restaurant. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 1041 of 1165 19 Case 5: Canine Bite of Assault/Hate Crime Suspect Factual Overview This incident originated as a call for service regarding a street fight in the early morning hours. Arriving officers ascertained that an individual had been knocked unconscious and had been the subject of homophobic slurs. They located the subject they believed was responsible for the crime, but he ignored officer commands and then ran from the scene. Within minutes, officers located the man in the outer stairwell of an apartment building. He was seemingly trying to hide there. But when officers blocked the lone entryway at ground level, he was effectively trapped. He ignored multiple commands to surrender, and a “contact team” of several officers was formed to take him into custody. That task was complicated, however, by the features of the location. The man (who seemed physically fit and had just been involved in an alleged assault) had the higher ground, and the stairwell was somewhat narrow and inherently precarious. This meant that for the officers to go “hands on,” or to use other less lethal force options such as the Taser, involved a higher risk factor than usual. One of the responding officers was accompanied as usual by a police service dog, and the decision was made to bring the leashed dog to the bottom of the stairs in hopes of encouraging the man to surrender peacefully in lieu of a possible bite. The man app eared at the first landing area and tried to engage in dialogue as the dog barked repeatedly. Meanwhile, the man was given repeated commands, warned about the potential for a dog bite, and implored to surrender. He was not cooperative, insisting to the o fficers that he was innocent and making other non-productive statements. Eventually, a supervisor on scene made the decision in conjunction with the K -9 officer to send the dog up the flight of stairs in order to engage the man, at which point the additio nal officers rushed up the stairs and got him handcuffed. The dog bit the man’s leg and held the bite for several seconds, with the handling officer eventually standing over them to monitor the arrest and then call the dog off. The man received several puncture wounds/lacerations to his lower leg. Officers treated him at the scene, and then medics transported him to the hospital for further intervention. He was eventually cleared for booking in the jail. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 1042 of 1165 20 PAPD Review and Outcome The supervisor who was at the scene and helped make the decision to deploy the canine (and who ultimately participated actively in the handcuffing of the man)9 was the person who completed the supervisory review of the incident. The supervisor interviewed the subject at the hospital,10 evaluated the reports of participating officers, reviewed the body- worn camera recordings, and made a methodical effort to apply the relevant policy standards to the facts of the case. The result was a determination that the decision to use the dog, and the force that ensued, was appropriate and within policy in light of the prevailing circumstances. The supervisor’s lengthy memorandum was reviewed by a second level of review, who reached the same conclusions regarding law and policy. IPA Review We found much of the supervisor’s comprehensive memorandum to be persuasive. We also concur with the conclusion that the dog bite was a justified tactic to achieve the apprehension of a non-cooperative, physically able subject who was wanted for a serious crime and situated in a tactically challenging location. At the same time, we make note of one procedural issue and one substantive one. First, while we understand the natural inclination to have the involved supervisor take responsibility for the review process, and while the second-level review adds a level of detached scrutiny, the reality of the process here was that the supervisor 's decision- making became a subject of self-assessment. The favorable conclusion happens to be a view we shared. Ideally, though, a supervisory review is handled by an individual at a greater remove from the underlying events. RECOMMENDATION SIX: The Department should assign canine force reviews to supervisors who were not directly involved in/responsible for the specific decisions that precipitated the force. As a substantive matter, our own review of the body-worn camera recording raised questions about the efficacy of the dog’s immediate presence when efforts are being made to achieve a peaceful resolution with a “trapped” subject. On the one hand, the 9 We make separate note in this report of the advisability of supervisors refraining from physical engagement where practicable. Here, multiple officers were staged, and the supervisor may have been more effective by maintaining an “arm’s length” overview of the force usage. 10 The subject made a number of statements; these varied considerably in their relevance and lucidity. But he did assert that he had offered to come down the stairs if the dog went away, and that he had not been directed to come down or warned before the bite occurred. Some of these assertions were belied by the video evidence . Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 1043 of 1165 21 obvious “intimidation factor” and prospect of a bite could be motivating in a way that preempts the need for force to be used at all. (Officers sometimes “arc” a Taser in order to achieve the same effect – a valid tactic.) However, (and as in this case), the incessant barking has as much potential to be agitating or destabilizing in a way that complicates the situation.11 Here, the man’s comments were sometimes drowned out by the dog, and officers gave conflicting commands (“Get on the ground!” vs. “Come down the stairs!”) in a way that suggested that they too were responding in an elevated fashion. While every situation is different, we encourage PAPD to consider a flexible approach to providing a window for additional communication that is not compromised by the dog’s loud, aggressive presence. RECOMMENDATION SEVEN: The Department should evaluate different approaches to utilizing the canine when further negotiation or communication with a resistant subject has the potential to be undermined by the dog’s presence. We also note that the duration of the bite was approximately 36 seconds. The subject was continuing to struggle during that time (including with the dog), and the handler removed the canine promptly once the man was handcuffed, but the presence of the other officers on the landing arguably reduced the necessity for continued engagement. The Department’s “Canines” policy states as follows: when “the handler believes the suspect no longer poses a threat, the handler “should promptly command the canine to release the suspect.” The question here, then, is at what point the subject was no lo nger a “threat” that necessitated the dog’s ongoing involvement. The handler’s judgment here seems to have been predicated on the moment of successful handcuffing. This seems reasonable to us in the context of this event. Still, minimizing the “bite tim e” should be a priority that we hope PAPD will continue to emphasize in training and future deployments. We also take this opportunity to note that the years that have passed since this incident have seen relevant updates to policy, procedure, and training. The Department has not had a bite incident since 2021, and believes that its current program is both an asset to public safety and a reflection of understandable concerns about the risks associated with police dogs. 11 Interestingly, the current PAPD policy on canine use now includes a reference to quieting the dog after a warning is issued, to allow for any verbal response by the subject to be audible. Though the officers were already engaged in direct verbal contact with the man in this case, the chance for more clear communication might still have been beneficial. We consider this update to policy to have been a prudent one. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 1044 of 1165 22 "Pointed Firearm" Incidents PAPD provided us with review materials regarding four different incidents that had involved the pointing of a gun as part of enforcement actions. The Department's protocol for these matters begins with an acknowledgement by the relevant officer or officers, as documented in the police report for the larger incident. The context for the gun-pointing is then assessed by a first-level supervisor in a formal memo, based in part on body-worn camera recordings of the specific moment or moments in question. (Often, clips from multiple officers are included in the package and show the pointing from different perspectives.) The supervisor determines whethe r the pointing was justified by the circumstances and otherwise consistent with training and expectations. That evaluation is then reviewed at two additional rank levels, which ensures thorough scrutiny and sometimes leads to additional insights. Importantly, and as the product of refinements in the system over time, those insights can include peripheral issues that may not even be related to the weapon -pointing itself, but are nonetheless worth addressing – and might never have been noticed if not for the incident receiving automatic review. We have long encouraged PAPD (and other agencies) to maximize the learning opportunities and performance enhancements that are provided alongside more specific accountability mechanisms, and the Department's movement in this direction has been commendable. Below is a summary of the context for the deployments, along with the Department's supervisory assessment of each. 1. Officers responded to a call for service from a homeowner who requested a welfare check from a non-relative resident who was behaving erratically and, at times, threateningly. (The homeowner had allowed the person to stay about a month previously, in sympathy for that person's lack of a stable place to live.) Two experienced officers and a trainee were first on scene, and noticed the subject – an adult female – taking action to avoid them. The woman was soon spotted on the roof of the residence holding (but not pointing) what initially appeared to be a rifle that officers later learned was a BB gun. The officers retreated, regrouped, and put a plan together to contact the woman. During this interval, they also learned that she had an open arrest warrant. After unavailing efforts to reach her by phone and loudspeaker, they formed an entry team and proceeded into the residence. One officer briefly pointed his firearm at an elderly male resident of Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 1045 of 1165 23 the house upon unexpectedly encountering him, but quickly realized the man was not a threat and lowered his weapon. Officers eventually located the woman in the backyard, apparently trying to climb over a wooden fence that was several feet tall. The woman remained stationary, with her back to the officers and her arms draped over the fence in a way that left them uncertain as to whether she was armed. Two officers pointed their weapons at her to provide lethal cover as other team members gave commands, moved closer, and eventually got her into handcuffs without further incident. She was booked into jail on the basis o f her previous warrant. The supervisory review affirmed the legitimacy of the officers' three separate instances of weapon pointing in the context of their efforts to safely locate and detain the woman. One member of the arrest team was later found to be missing body -worn camera video. The issue was explored, and it was established that the relevant officer was appropriately equipped and had tested the camera when responding to the call, but it did not w ork when he attempted to activate it at the scene. Because he had reported issues with the camera (and in the larger context of faulty performance with a system that has since been replaced12), the Department did not find this gap to be blameworthy. He was not one of the two weapon-pointers, and other recordings captured the key events comprehensively. 2. Officers investigating a commercial burglary in the early morning hours noted a potential suspect car that later fled from the area at high speed. A tracking dart assisted in locating the vehicle, and officers performed a "high risk traffic stop" to engage with the suspect and take him into custody. During the initial moments of the stop, and prior to the su spect's ultimate compliance, one officer used a firearm's mounted light twice to briefly illuminate the interior of the vehicle. The officer's written report noted that the intention was not to point at the driver, but that the path of the muzzle may have crossed that person's body at some point. Clips from camera recordings captured the relevant movements, which appeared consistent with the officer's description. The pointing was found to be consistent with policy. During the review process, it was determined that one of the involved officers had not properly synced the body-worn camera to the patrol car recording system, which resulted in a failure to activate. This was documented and addressed. Reviewers also took the 12 We discussed this equipment-based concern in our last semi-annual audit report. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 1046 of 1165 24 opportunity to counsel one of the officers on report-writing, based on vagueness in the description of taking the suspect into custody. 3. Officers disrupted a car burglary in progress, and the two subjects fled on foot in different directions. During the subsequent search, a team of officers located one of the subjects hiding in a backyard. One officer briefly pointed a firearm at the subj ect while giving commands, which were followed right away and preceded a handcuffing that occurred without incident. The gun-pointing was found to be consistent with policy. Meanwhile, it was noted that a different officer had failed to initiate a body-worn camera recording of the event, and was counseled appropriately. 4. Officers spotted a vehicle that had been identified by a witness as being involved in a residential burglary; the occupants of the same car were about to leave the scene of a second burglary when officers arrived. In an effort to stop the car from leaving , one officer hurriedly pointed a firearm at the driver and other occupants while giving commands and attempting to open the car door. Meanwhile, a supervisor had engaged on the passenger side. The driver ignored the commands and instead drove away within seconds. The supervisory review affirmed the legitimacy of the weapon -pointing as a response to the circumstances. However, the review also noted two points for follow -up: the failure of the pointing officer to record the incident with body-worn camera, and the potential "crossfire" danger created by the positioning of the supervisor opposite the pointed weapon. Both of these issues were addressed. IPA Review We concurred with the Department's findings as to the reasonableness of each instance of gun-pointing. The small number of cases from the review period, and the controlled and limited nature of each deployment that did occur, are a reflection of the officers' apparent recognition that the tactic has significance as an exercise of authority and should be utilized accordingly. We also commend the agency for embracing this relatively new category of reviewable event as an occasion for holistic, constructive assessment of officer performance. Supplemental issues were identified and resolved in each of the four cases. Unfortunately, several of those issues related to a recurring problem: namely, a failure to activate body-worn cameras. It should be noted that these lapses did not appear to be intentional; nor were they especially costly in these incidents as "lost evidence" (given the presence of other officers and car cameras that captured relevant events). Still the Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 1047 of 1165 25 prevalence – and persistence – of this particular shortcoming clearly merits ongoing attention from the Department. RECOMMENDATION EIGHT: PAPD should continue to work with its officers to ensure that recording equipment is functioning properly, and that lapses in compliance with activation policy are met with appropriate accountability. Item B Attachment A - Independent Police Auditor's Report - Review of Investigations as of November 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 1048 of 1165 1 | P a g e DATE: MARCH 17, 2026 TO: HONORABLE CITY COUNCIL FROM: ACTING POLICE CHIEF JAMES REIFSCHNEIDER SUBJECT: USE OF FORCE SUPPLEMENT TO IPA REPORT This memorandum responds to the City Council’s November 2020 direction to provide use of force summary data (which encompasses all use of force incidents in which a “Supervisor’s Report on Use of Force” has been completed by the Police Department) as an attachment to each Independent Police Auditor (IPA) report. Policy Manual §300 (“Use of Force”) requires that all uses of force by Police Department members “be documented promptly, completely, and accurately in an appropriate report.”1 The policy also requires that, under certain circumstances, a “Supervisor’s Report on Use of Force” also be completed by the supervisor, and routed for approval through the chain of command up to and including the Police Chief. Most commonly, a “Supervisor’s Report on Use of Force” is completed after an officer uses some form of force that results in a visible or apparent physical injury to a subject or the subject complains of pain or alleges they were injured. Consistent with the IPA’s expanded scope of administrative review established by the City Council in November 2020, the Department forwards the following types of use of force cases to the IPA for review and recommendations: all cases where a subject’s injuries necessitate any treatment beyond minor medical treatment in the field, and all cases where an officer uses a baton, chemical agent, TASER, less lethal projectile, canine, or firearm. The IPA’s scope of administrative review was further-expanded in July 2021 to include cases when a firearm is pointed at a subject. Consistent with the practice established in the May 2023 iteration of this memorandum, the Department is choosing to release the race of the recipient(s) of any force used. This summary covers the period of June 1, 2025 thru November 30, 2025. Use of Force Cases From June 1, 2025 thru November 30, 2025, the Police Department responded to approximately 23,000 calls for service and effected nearly 900 arrests. During that time, there were 8 cases where 1 The Palo Alto Police Department Policy Manual is updated quarterly and posted online at https://www.paloalto.gov/Departments/Police/Public-Information-Portal/Police-Policy-Manual Item B Attachment B - Police Department Use of Force Report for June 2025 - November 30, 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 1049 of 1165 2 | P a g e force requiring a “Supervisor’s Report on Use of Force” was used, 2 of which fell within the IPA’s scope of administrative review. The IPA’s review of 1 of these cases appears in the current IPA report; the other will appear in a future IPA report. The current IPA report, covering administrative investigations completed as of November 30, 2025, includes a review of 5 use of force incidents, 4 of which occurred prior to June 1, 2025. In their review of these incidents, the IPA concurred with the Department’s finding that the force employed was justified by the circumstances and consistent with policy. The race of the subject upon whom force was used was Hispanic (2), Black (2), and White (1). June 2025 thru November 2025 Use of Force Summary Type of Force Number of Cases Status of IPA Review Physical Strength 8 1 completed; 1 pending review; 6 outside scope Chemical Agent 0 TASER 0 Baton 0 Less-Lethal Projectile 0 Canine 0 Firearm 0 Firearm Pointed at Person Cases From June 1, 2025 thru November 30, 2025, officers pointed a firearm at a person on 9 occasions. Three of these cases appear in the current IPA report; the remaining 6 will appear in a future IPA report. The current IPA report includes a review of 4 total incidents during which officers pointed a firearm at a person, each of which occurred between February, 24, 2025 and August 27, 2025. In their review of these 4 incidents, the IPA concurred in each case with the Department’s finding that the pointing of the firearm was justified by the circumstances and consistent with policy. In the 4 incidents described in the current IPA report, the races of the subjects at whom a firearm was pointed was White (1), Asian (1), Hispanic (2), and Unknown (1). Item B Attachment B - Police Department Use of Force Report for June 2025 - November 30, 2025 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 1050 of 1165 1 | P a g e DATE: TO: FROM: MARCH 17, 2026 HONORABLE CITY COUNCIL ACTING POLICE CHIEF JAMES REIFSCHNEIDER RECOMMENDATION #1: PAPD should send out a reminder to all officers reminding them of the need to advise detainees of the reason for any stop. The Department agrees and has issued this reminder. RECOMMENDATION #2: PAPD should periodically ensure that all supervisors entrusted with conducting complaint investigations are trained in effective techniques for "intake" interviews with complainants. The Department agrees and will include instructions during a quarterly Supervisor’s meeting. RECOMMENDATION #3: PAPD should devote renewed attention to the training of supervisors in appropriate interview techniques with the subject of a use of force. The Department agrees and has already identified this as an area with room for improvement. As a result, the Department provided an instructional block of training on this topic to all supervisors and managers at a meeting on November 6, 2025. RECOMMENDATION #4: PAPD should advise its supervisors that when reviewing force incidents, they should consider whether taking time and deploying different (and truly empathetic) strategies could have reduced the need to use force. The Department agrees and will reemphasize this aspect during this year’s biennial Use of Force training. RECOMMENDATION #5: PAPD should consider whether additional training would be beneficial on how to address arrestees who are injured as a result of a use of force but not yet secured. The Department agrees and has requested that the manager and supervisors of the Department’s defensive tactics training team explore options for this. Item B Attachment C - Police Department Responses to IPA Report, April 2026 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 1051 of 1165 2 | P a g e RECOMMENDATION #6: The Department should assign canine force reviews to supervisors who were not directly involved in/responsible for the specific decisions that precipitated the force. The Department agrees that where feasible, a canine force review should be assigned to a supervisor who was not directly involved in/responsible for the specific decisions that precipitated the force. RECOMMENDATION #7: The Department should evaluate different approaches to utilizing the canine when further negotiation or communication with a resistant subject has the potential to be undermined by the dog’s presence. The Department agrees and changed the canine policy accordingly in 2022 as a result of reviewing the 2021 incident that prompted this recommendation. RECOMMENDATION #8: PAPD should continue to work with its officers to ensure that recording equipment is functioning properly, and that lapses in compliance with activation policy are met with appropriate accountability. The Department agrees. This is an ongoing point of emphasis for field personnel in 2026. The Department will continue to hold personnel accountable as appropriate for policy non- compliance in this area. Item B Attachment C - Police Department Responses to IPA Report, April 2026 Item B: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 1052 of 1165 9 1 8 6 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: INFORMATION REPORTS Lead Department: Public Works Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2601-5837 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 2026-2030 five-year CIP totaled $1.1 billion for 200 projects as reviewed by the Council in its adoption of the FY 2026 Capital Budget. Since July 2016, the City of Palo Alto has completed 117 individual community-serving projects totaling $591,454,847 in improvements. Given the volume of CIP projects included and to provide accurate financial accounting, this report presents information current as of December 2025, representing updates in the first half of FY 2026. A summary of all completed CIP projects is provided at the end of Attachment A. The CIP 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 2025. Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 1053 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Recurring Projects One Time Projects CIP Workgroup Pre-Design Design Construction Completed Airport 0 0 5 1 0 Buildings and Facilities 14 5 13 8 2 Electric 9 2 3 6 0 Fiber Optic 2 0 2 0 0 Gas 4 0 2 1 0 Parks and Open Space 9 4 6 7 2 Stormwater Management 2 1 0 4 0 Streets and Sidewalks 9 0 3 0 0 Traffic and Transportation 5 1 7 3 1 Wastewater Collection 4 0 1 1 0 Wastewater Treatment 2 1 2 4 0 Water 7 0 2 1 0 Subtotals 67 14 44 37 5 Totals 169 The following table summarizes the workload by CIP group on General fund CIP projects for the six-month period of July to December 2025. Work Group Managing CIP General Fund CIP Projects Public Works Engineering Transportation Community Services Other Buildings and Facilities 31 0 7 4 Parks and Open Space 8 0 20 0 Streets and Sidewalks 12 0 0 0 Traffic and Transportation 5 12 0 1 Subtotals 56 12 27 5 % of General Fund CIP Projects 56%12%27%5% Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 1054 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 1055 of 1165 9 1 8 6 BACKGROUND This report provides Council with an update on the status of 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 2026-2030 five-year CIP totaled $1.1 billion for 200 projects as reviewed by the Council in the adoption of the FY 2026 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 one-time CIP projects since the introduction of the Infrastructure Management System (Attachment B). 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 February 20, 2026, 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 Spring 2020 New California Avenue Area Parking Garage PE- 18000 Completed (Day 2 items are in progress) $50,207,727 $ 49,501,096 Winter 2020 Highway 101 Pedestrian/Bicycle Overpass Project PE- 11011 Completed $23,734,218 $23,734,218 Fall 2021 Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 1056 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Charleston Arastradero Corridor Project PE- 13011 Completed $21,600,000 $ 21,143,529 Summer20 24 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 2026. $5,197,827 $4, 843,070 Spring 2026 New Public Safety Building PE- 15001 First phase of staff moved in September 2025. Work continues to allow the phased move in in Spring/Summer 2026. $126,700,000 $125,158,581 Fall 2025 Fire Station 4 Replacement PE- 18004 A construction contract was awarded in October and construction began in December 2025. $ $19,972,811 $4,114,515 Summer 2026 Byxbee Park Completion PE- 18006 On hold pending completion of the Baylands Comprehensive Conservation Plan. $3,199,189 $368,192 Summer 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 $10,352,154 On-Going Downtown Parking Structure PE-15007 A new 274-space parking garage, featuring six levels of above-ground parking with a reserved area to allow for future construction of affordable housing on the site. Staff is scheduled to go to ARB in June 2026. $17,286,151 $2,191,646 Fall 2027 Current Infrastructure Plan project schedules can be found at https://www.infrastructure.cityofpaloalto.org Key considerations for the information presented in the project update tables include: Project status information is current as of December 31, 2025. Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 1057 of 1165 9 1 8 6 The individual project tables align with the Capital Improvement Fund categories in the Fiscal Year 2026-2030 capital budget: Buildings and Facilities, Parks and Open Space, Streets and Sidewalks, and Traffic and Transportation. Enterprise Fund projects follow the order of their respective Fund in the capital budget. Department Technology Upgrades and Improvements projects and Cubberley Property Infrastructure Fund projects are included in the Buildings and Facilities table. Additional project information is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-2030 capital budget. Each project table is divided into a section for one-time projects and a section for recurring projects that have ongoing annual funding. Budgetary figures include staff oversight costs for projects to which staff costs have been allocated. The table of completed projects (Attachment B) provides a summary of all CIP projects completed since the Biannual CIP updates to council began in 2016. The data is sorted from most recent to oldest. Completed Projects There were five completed one-time projects in the first half of Fiscal Year 2026 (July through December 2025). Boulware Park Improvements (PE-17005) Churchill Avenue Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements (PL-20000) Lucie Stern Community Theatre Stage Rigging System Refurbishment (AC-24000) New Public Safety Building (PE-15001) Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields Turf Replacement (PG-26000) One-time projects do not include the significant amount of annual work completed under ongoing recurring projects, such as streets and sidewalks repairs, parking lot maintenance, roofing replacements, and regular maintenance of Utilities assets. Below are some photos of completed projects: Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 1058 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Boulware Park Improvements (PE-17005) Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 1059 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Lucie Stern Community Theatre Stage Rigging System Refurbishment (AC-24000) Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 1060 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields Turf Replacement (PG-26000) One-Time Projects Under Construction The 36 projects underway as of December 31, 2025 include the following: Capital Improvement Fund (general fund): Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 1061 of 1165 9 1 8 6 Baylands Golf Links Sand Topdressing (PG-26001) Baylands Interpretive Signage Program (OS-24001) Churchill Avenue Enhanced Bikeway (PL-14000) Civic Center Fire Life Safety Upgrades (PE-18016) Downtown Automated Parking Guidance Systems, Access Controls & Revenue Collection Equipment (PL-15002) Eucalyptus Tree Removal (PG-25002) Fire Station 4 Replacement (PE-18004) Foothills Nature Preserve Dam Seepage Investigation and Repairs (PE-20000) Heritage Park Site Amenities Replacement (PG-21000) Homekey Facilities (PE-24005) JMZ Renovation (AC-18001) Library Automated Material Handling (LB-21000) Palo Alto Art Center Ceramics Equipment (AC-28003) Parking Management and System Implementation (PL-16002) Ramos Park Improvements (PG-14000) Rinconada Park Improvements (PE-08001) Performing Arts Venues Seat Replacement (AC-18000) Roth Building Rehabilitation Phase 1 (PF-23001) Airport Fund: Airport Layout Plan (AP-21000) Electric Fund: Colorado Distribution Feeder Outlet Replacement (EL-22002) Grid Modernization for Electrification (EL-24000) Inter Substation Line Protection Relay (EL-17005) Foothills Rebuild Fire Mitigation (EL-21001) Smart Grid Technology Installation (EL-11014) Substation Physical Security (EL-16003) Gas Fund Gas Main Replacement Project 25 (GS-15000) Stormwater Management Fund: Corporation Way System Upgrades and Pump Station (SD-21000) Hamilton Avenue System Upgrades (SD-25000) West Bayshore Road Trunk Line Improvements (SD-23000) Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 1062 of 1165 9 1 8 6 West Bayshore Road Pump Station (SD-20000) Wastewater Collection Fund: Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 32 (WC-20000) Wastewater Treatment Fund: Local Advanced Water Purification System (WQ-19003) Joint Intercepting Sewer Rehabilitation (Phase 1) (WQ-24000) Secondary Treatment Upgrades (WQ-19001) Horizontal Levee Pilot (WQ-22001) Water Fund: Water Tank Seismic Upgrade and Rehabilitation (WS-09000) Projects Implemented by Other Agencies: Palo Alto Flood Basin Tide Gate Project Valley Water will design and construct a seismic retrofit and rehabilitation of the existing Palo Alto Flood Basin (PAFB) Tide Gate structure to extend its service life. Phase 2 of this project includes working with the United States Army Corps of Engineers to establish a long-term replacement tide gate structure, under the South San Francisco Bay Shoreline Phase II Project. That structure will be located where the PAFB connects to the San Francisco Bay, half a mile northeast of the Byxbee Park parking lot on the Adobe Creek Loop Trail. Season 1 of the onsite construction work for the seismic retrofit and rehabilitation of the existing tide gate structure started in September 2025. This scope under season 1 was completed on January 31, 2026. Valley Water’s contractor could not replace the existing tide gates during first season. They will return in September 2026 to replace the tide gates. Season 2 is expected to be completed in October 2026. This portion of the Adobe Creek Loop Trail will be temporarily closed during construction. Caltrain San Francisquito Creek Bridge Project The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), City of Palo Alto and Menlo Park are working under a joint agreement to stabilize the San Francisquito Creek bank at Caltrain’s railroad bridge and City of Palo Alto’s El Palo Alto Bike/Ped bridge due to the significant damage caused by the storms in December 2022. A construction contract was awarded by Caltrain in March 2026. Construction is anticipated between June 15 through October 15, 2026, during the dry season. The City’s funding commitment is approximately $1.06 million per the contributions established in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Funding Agreement dated August 15, 2023. Funding was added to CIP PE-20001 City Bridge Improvements in FY 2025 to cover the City’s share per the MOU agreement. Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 1063 of 1165 9 1 8 6 FISCAL/RESOURCE IMPACT STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item C Item C Staff Report Item C: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 1064 of 1165 ATTACHMENT A Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Capital Improvement Fund CIP Projects • Buildings and Facilities Projects • Parks and Open Space Projects • Streets and Sidewalks Projects • Traffic and Transportation Projects Enterprise Fund CIP Projects • Airport Projects • Electric Projects • Fiber Opcs Projects • Gas Projects • Stormwater Management Projects • Wastewater Collection Projects • Wastewater Treatment Projects • Water Projects Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 1065 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 1 of 11 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design ConstrucƟon Complete Total One Time Projects 5 13 8 2 28 Recurring Projects 13 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Animal Shelter RenovaƟon (PE-19002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $$2,950,078 $5,915,405 Public Works Design Winter 2028 Project Status: A new five-year agreement with Pets in Need (PIN) was approved by Council in March 2024. Discussions with PIN and City staff regarding capital projects started in late 2024, with a scope of work finalized with PIN in May 2025. Staff are working on the RFP package to bring a consultant on board. The tenta ve schedule shows that the design should be complete by fall 2027. Children’s Theater Facility Upgrade and Repair (AC-28002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $3,874 $137,628 Community Services Pre-Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project will upgrade and repair the Children’s Theatre Facility, including backstage work and 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 es mates. City Hall Space Planning (PE-19000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $85,525 $681,710 Public Works Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project involves space planning to determine future workgroup space needs and programming for the City Hall office building focused on the Police Department areas that will be vacated once the new Public Safety Building is complete and the City Hall Office Tower. The City has retained CJW Architects to conduct a space needs assessment for the vacated Police Department and the City Hall Office Tower, with a focus on post-pandemic, hybrid work. Data collec on and analysis for the Police Department space is currently underway, and a ques onnaire addressing post-pandemic, hybrid work needs for the City Hall Office Tower is in development. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 1066 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 2 of 11 City Radio Replacement Program (PD-25000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $0 $2,739,500 Police Department Design Summer 2029 Project Status: Two-way commercial radios are used by many Departments in the City of Palo Alto. The City of Palo Alto operates approximately 772 radios across nine workgroups, including Police, Fire, Office of Emergency Services (OES), Community Services Park Rangers, Public Works, U li es, Development Center, and Informa on Technology. This project will be used to replace the original digital radios. Civic Center Electrical Upgrade & EV Charger InstallaƟon (PE-17010) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $759,159 $2,151,761 Public Works Design Winter 2027 Project Status: This project has installed EV chargers in exis ng downtown garages and will replace the aging Civic Center electrical switchgear and motor control centers. EV charger construc on at the Civic Center, Bryant Street garage and Webster Street garage was completed in December 2021. A contract was awarded in June 2021 for the design of the Civic Center switchgear replacement and is currently at the 90 percent design stage. Lead mes on switch gear are now taking eighteen months, so the project comple on date has been extended. The structural analysis design of the switchgear area and its permit set is complete Recent plan check comments required a redesign to accommodate fire code updates and provided some cost savings benefit. Civic Center Fire Life Safety Upgrade (PE-18016) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,046,227 $1,373,192 Public Works Construc on Winter 2026 Project Status: This project will assess, update, and replace the Civic Center fire alarm system and the Emergency Responder Radio Communica on System (ERRCS). The fire life safety system is approaching the end of its useful life. The 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. Construc on is complete. The fire permit will be finalized as soon as the City receives as-built drawings from the contractor. The ERRCS study will be conducted upon the comple on of the planning and design for 275 Forest Avenue. Modifica ons to the fire alarm system and fire suppression systems will also need re-evalua on. Civic Center Waterproofing Study and Repairs (PE-15020) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $798,592 $1,782,622 Public Works Design TBD Project Status: This project includes performing a structural condi on assessment of the Civic Center. In 2016, RDH Building Science, Inc. determined that the expansion joint on the plaza could be repaired and that replacing the Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 15 Packet Pg. 1067 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 3 of 11 waterproof coa ngs on the inside of the plaza perimeter planter boxes was needed. Repair of the waterproofing joint in front of City Hall was completed in winter 2023. Further study of the water intrusion into the garage was performed by a consultant in summer 2024. This project has been placed on hold. Cubberley Gym HVAC Replacement (CB-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $ 826,113 Public Works Pre-Design Spring 2026 The exis ng hea ng system in Cubberley Gyms A & B is original to the building, which was constructed in the mid- 1950s. The system is currently not func oning because mul ple leaks have developed in the steel hot water piping, which is in the walls and under the floor. These leaks contributed (in addi on to a domes c water main supply leak) to significant water damage in the walls, floors, and crawl spaces of the gyms. Asbestos and mold were remediated from the under-floor crawl space. All the old hea ng units and piping were removed from the ceilings in both gyms. The next step is to hire a consultant to create design drawings for a new hea ng system. This project has been put on hold due to the City’s pending purchase of the remaining Cubberley buildings and the subsequent rebuilding of a new Cubberley Community Center. Fire StaƟon 4 Replacement (PE-18004) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $3,284,233 $ 19,972,811 Public Works Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project will replace Fire Sta on #4 at the corner of Middlefield Road and East Meadow Drive. The temporary Fire Sta on #4 at the Cubberley Community Center is complete, and construc on of the new fire sta on is currently underway. Beals Mar n, the project’s general contractor, has completed the deconstruc on phase and is preparing to begin underground u li es and founda on work. Construc on is scheduled for comple on in summer 2026. Fire Training Facility Replacement (FD-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $487 $50,458 Public Works Pre-Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project will iden fy an appropriate site and construct a new fire training facility in Palo Alto. This will be the first City-owned and City-maintained permanent fire training facility, and it will allow training to be conducted within City limits and therefore reduce the down me associated with the need for staff to travel for training and when responding to calls. Progress has not been made on this project due to staffing constraints. Homekey FaciliƟes (PE-24005) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $2,256,042 $4,500,000 Public Works Construc on Spring 2026 Project Status: This project involves reloca ng the City of Palo Alto (City) GreenWaste facility from its current site on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 16 Packet Pg. 1068 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 4 of 11 one por on of 1237 San Antonio Road to the rear por on of the same site as a result of adding the Homekey Palo Alto interim housing shelter. Homekey Palo Alto will be operated by LifeMoves who will provide intensive, customized case management for clients including counseling, employment and housing search services with the goal of paving a dignified path to self-sufficiency. The project is nearing comple on, with major construc on milestones achieved. The reloca on of the GreenWaste facility has been completed, and all modular units at the Homekey site have been installed. Final connec ons for the elevator, stairs and decking are currently underway. The plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire life safety are in the final stages of connec on, tes ng, and commissioning. Interior finishes such as pain ng, flooring, and fixture installa on are also being completed within the modular units and the community building. Final site improvements, including landscaping and bioreten on areas, will be completed as construc on wraps up. Following final inspec ons and closeout ac vi es, the project is expected to be complete by spring 2026. JMZ RenovaƟon (AC-18001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $4,366,001 $4,927,730 Community Services Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project funds remedia ons and equipment purchases for the Junior Museum. In FY 2025 purchases of new equipment included washing machines and dryers for the educa on hub and zoo, a gate for guest services to protect delivered packages and lunches for school field trips, and new housing for rep les. A por on of the project was extended through FY 2026 to complete the list of remedia ons and equipment not purchased in FY 2025 due to staffing shortages. The projects for FY 2026 include shade structures for the Fossil Dig exhibit, net replacement in the treehouse, and ven la on improvements. Comple on is expected in summer 2026. Library Automated Material Handling (LB-21000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $480,829 $2,127,496 Public Works Construc on Fall 2028 Project Status: This project includes the design and construc on of three new Automated Material Handling (AMH) Systems for the Children’s, Mitchell Park and Rinconada Libraries. AMH systems efficiently sort returned library materials based on the Radio Frequency Iden fica on Devices (RFID) on the materials. Construc on for the Children’s Library was completed in August 2025. The design and construc on of the AMH systems for Mitchell Park and Rinconada Libraries are scheduled for FY 2028 and FY 2029. Library Furniture Replacements (LB-26001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $395,000 Library Design Summer 2029 Project Status: This project will replace broken and well-worn furniture in the public spaces of all five library branches. The current furniture is between ten and eighteen years old. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 17 Packet Pg. 1069 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 5 of 11 Lucie Stern Community Theatre Mechanical Equipment Replacement (PE-24002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $60,772 $2,450,496 Public Works Pre-Design Winter 2027 Project Status: This project will upgrade and replace the Hea ng Ven la on and Air Condi oning (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 electrifica on assessment. An RFP for design services is currently being compiled. Lucie Stern Community Theatre Fire Curtain (AC-24001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $220,205 Community Services Pre-Design Winter 2027 Project 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 Ligh ng System Replacement Project (PE-24003). Lucie Stern Community Theatre Stage Rigging System Refurbishment (AC-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $116,113 Community Services Completed Fall 2025 Project Status: This project refurbished the most heavily used components of the stage rigging system at the Lucie Stern Community Theatre. The construc on contract was approved by Council on June 3, 2024. Work was scheduled to start in July 2024, but parts needed for the installa on were delayed. Work was completed in July 2025 with addi onal follow up work in October 2025 to complete the project. Lucie Stern Community Theatre Theatrical and House LighƟng System Replacement (PE-24003) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $41,347 $333,210 Public Works Design Winter 2027 Project Status: This project will upgrade and replace ligh ng systems at the Lucie Stern Community Theatre for stage work areas, the performance stage, and audience areas. The building documents for the new system are complete, and an RFP for a Design Build En ty will be submi ed for bidding. The ming of this project will coincide with the Community Theatre Mechanical Equipment Replacement (PE-24002). A design build method of project delivery has been approved. Mitchell Park Library Repair (PE-24006) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $61,386 $624,822 Public Works Design Fall 2026 Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 18 Packet Pg. 1070 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 6 of 11 Project Status: This project will repair the damage caused by a vehicular accident in January 2023. A vehicle ran into the north wall of the Mitchell Park Library near the center of the building. The car impacted an area of the stone cladding on cold-formed steel studs, causing the cladding to fall from the wall and the wall to bulge into the building’s interior. Architectural and structural surveys and reports were completed. The stone cladding wall will require replacement, but the structural steel frame was not damaged. The project was approved by the Building Department. The project received bids in March 2026. Construc on is expected to start by June 2026. Mitchell Park Community Center Audio Visual Equipment (AC-26000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $340,000 Community Services Design Fall 2025 Project Status: This project will replace the built-in audio-visual equipment at the Mitchell Park Community Center because the equipment is either nonfunc oning or func oning at a limited capacity. Municipal Service Center LighƟng, Mechanical, and Electrical Improvements (PF-16006) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,223,795 $8,221,044 Public Works Design Winter 2027 Project Status: This project replaces original mechanical, electrical, and ligh ng systems installed in 1966. It also includes design and construc on for office renova ons for the Zero Waste group. The electrical design is complete, and the planning permit was approved in spring 2024. However, addi onal stakeholder review is needed to ensure the scope aligns with an cipated future capacity requirements. New Downtown Parking Garage (PE-15007) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,669,257 $17,286,151 Public Works Design Fall 2027 Project Status: In December 2021, Council directed staff to look at the feasibility of partnering with a private en ty to develop new parking using downtown in-lieu parking fees in conjunc on with housing or other uses, including the use of City surface lots or privately held parcels. A Request for Informa on was issued in December 2022 and staff reviewed proposals and held interviews in May 2023. Council gave direc ons to staff in December 2023 to advance the project in conjunc on with advancement of affordable housing in the Downtown area. In December 2024, the City executed a contract with Watry Design, Inc. to provide for design, environmental review, and construc on administra on services for the New Downtown Parking Garage. Concept designs were presented to Council in April 2025. The Architectural Review Board reviewed the conceptual designs in December 2025. New Public Safety Building (PE-15001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $122,812,614 $ 126,700,000 Public Works Completed Summer 2025 Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 19 Packet Pg. 1071 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 7 of 11 Project Status: This project built a new, modern Public Safety Building (PSB) to meet current essential services standards and the future needs of the public safety departments. The PSB and new garage in the California Avenue business district are now an integrated project and both are part of the 2014 Council Infrastructure Plan. Construction on the PSB started in March 2021 and will continue into spring 2025. The project obtained temporary certificate of occupancy at the end of May 2025. The first phase of staff moved into the PSB in September 2025. The City held a grand opening ceremony in November 2025. Phase 2 of the PSB move-in is being finalized. PAAC Auditorium Audio Visual Equipment and Facility Public Address System (AC-26001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $191,000 Community Services Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project will update the current audio-visual equipment in the Palo Alto Art Center auditorium, making it more func onal for facility rentals and City events. In addi on, the project includes funding for new chairs and a facility-wide Public Announcement System for community safety. The Art Center is currently coordina ng the purchasing of replacement chairs for the space and mee ng with vendors to secure es mates for the audio visual component of the project. Palo Alto Art Center Ceramics Equipment (AC-28003) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $74,039 $170,879 Community Services Construc on Winter 2027 Project Status: This project renews and replaces ceramics program equipment, upgrades electrical infrastructure, and waterproofs outdoor kiln sheds. The majority of the Art Center’s exis ng ceramics equipment was obtained during the renova on of the Art Center in 2011 and 2012. These pieces of equipment show signs of aging, necessita ng facility updates. The en re project has been completed, apart from the purchase of the gas kiln, which is currently in the bid process. The gas kiln’s an cipated arrival and installa on is in winter 2027. Performing Arts Venues Seat Replacement (AC-18000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,215,428 $1,341,406 Public Works Construc on Winter 2026 Project Status: This project will replace all the seats in the Community and Children’s Theatres. Staff hired a consultant to design the seat replacements and ADA upgrades for the Children’s Theatre por on of the project. The Children’s Theatre seats replacement was completed in November 2022. A contract for the design of the Community Theatre was issued in June 2023. Council approved the construc on contract on April 22, 2024, and the ADA upgrades along with the installa on of auditorium sea ng were completed in spring 2025. Pain ng of the auditorium has been completed. Ramp modifica ons and conduit work are expected to be completed in winter 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 20 Packet Pg. 1072 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 8 of 11 Rinconada Pool Family Changing Room (PE-24004) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $88,395 $1,406,158 Public Works Design Fall 2027 Project Status: The project will construct a gender-neutral restroom and family changing facility that is compliant with the Americans with Disabili es Act (ADA) at the Rinconada Pool. The facility will include two separate rooms, each consis ng of a toilet, sink, shower, and child/adult changing sta on. The facility will provide community members who have special needs and individuals who require privacy an accessible space for changing and personal hygiene. Design of the family changing rooms started in December 2024. However, due to addi ons to project scope, staff started coordina ng with the consultant on revising the plans scheduled for January 2026. Roth Building RehabilitaƟon Phase 1 (PF-23001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $11,032,176 $11,438,449 Public Works Construc on Summer 2025 Project Status: This project implements Phase I of the rehabilita on and build-out of the Roth Building facility. Phase I will make the building suitable for occupancy, also known as a “warm shell. Phase II of the rehabilita on includes the interior build-out of the museum and exhibits, readying the facility to welcome visitors, and will be funded by the Palo Alto History Museum (PAHM). A Tenant Work Le er was approved by Council in April 2023, and construc on is underway including underground u li es, roof, demoli on, and abatement. Phase I of this project will be substan ally completed in February 2025. The project was accepted as fully complete effec ve June 12, 2025. Further mee ngs are being held for comple on of construc on for the City archives’ loca on and ac va on of community spaces, i.e. consis ng of a community room, boardroom, archives room, educa on resource room, and the park restroom. Access to these rooms as well as janitorial services, maintenance and technology support are among the areas being planned and will be coordinated with the museum over the coming months. RECURRING PROJECTS Americans With DisabiliƟes Act Compliance (PF-93009) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $450,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project provides accessibility upgrades to City facili es and equipment. It includes con nued funding for improvements such as path of travel, restrooms, drinking fountains, and counters. An updated ADA Transi on Plan was adopted by Council in June 2021. Staff is wai ng to solicit new so ware that will allow staff to iden fy and log new barriers, track grievances from the public, and update the ADA Transi on Plan Report. Building Systems Improvements (PF-01003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 21 Packet Pg. 1073 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 9 of 11 $373,731 $1,052,725 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project provides electrical, mechanical, plumbing, structural, and security upgrades for City facili es. The permit process for Building and Fire has been completed for the UCC Emergency Generator Replacement project. An IFB for this project was put out for public bid, and a contractor has been selected. The construc on contract was approved by City Council. The contractor has ordered the equipment, and construc on is scheduled to start in fall 2026 because of the long lead me. Fire alarm systems were replaced at Lot R and Lot S/L. California Avenue Parking District Parking Improvements (PF-25000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $100,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project will implement parking improvements in the California Avenue parking district such as parking lot resurfacing, striping and signing; parking structure pain ng or staining; electrical system upgrades needed to support improved ligh ng security, parking, fountains and/or other systems; and replacement or rehabilita on of parking lot signs. Charging StaƟons Repair and Maintenance (PF-26001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $100,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements the ongoing maintenance and replacement of eighty-nine public-use charging sta ons for electric vehicles (EVs) throughout the City. Three ChargePoint chargers were replaced in the 1st half of FY 2026. City Facility Parking Lot Maintenance (PE-09003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $107,9170 $195,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project repairs, resurfaces, or reconstructs parking lots and walkways at various City facili es, including restriping and signage. The Golf Course Service Parking Lot and Terman Center Parking Lot were completed as part of the FY 2025 Street Resurfacing Project this Fall. The Eleanor Pardee Garden center access will be repaired as part of the FY 2027 Street Resurfacing Project and the Gamble Garden Parking will be repaired as part of the FY 2028 Street Resurfacing Project. Cubberley Repairs (CB-17001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $476,935 $ 650,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project is for general maintenance needs of the Cubberley campus. No work occurred during 1st half of FY 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 22 Packet Pg. 1074 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 10 of 11 Cubberley Roof Replacements (CB-16002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $39,170 $ 303,375 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project replaces exis ng roofs at Cubberley Community Center. The Pavilion Roofing project was canceled due to the City’s pending purchase of the remaining Cubberley buildings and then ul mately rebuilding a new Cubberley Community Center. Electric Charger Infrastructure InstallaƟon (PF-23000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $56,737 $ 122,453 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project designs and installs electric vehicle chargers at various City facili es. The primary use of the electric vehicle chargers will be for City fleet vehicles There were no new chargers installed in the 1st half of FY 2026. ElectrificaƟon of City FaciliƟes (PE-24001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 153,642 $0 Public Works Pre-Design Fall 2030 Project Status: This project will evaluate feasibility, prepare designs, and implement construc on for the electrifica on of fossil fuel consuming building systems in coordina on with the Building Systems Improvements project (PF-01003).. The City evaluated the Facility Condi on Assessment reports to help iden fy five facili es for ini al project implementa on: the Golf Course Pro Shop/Restaurant, Ventura Community Center, Art Center, Downtown Library, and College Terrace Library. This effort will help inform electrifica on delivery approaches, site-specific logis cal and construc on considera ons, and establish best prac ces for large facility conversions. The Request for Proposal is in its final dra and an cipates release for early 2026. Funding is also included for the HVAC electrifica on upgrade at the 445 Bryant Street property. The replacement of seven gas package units with seven new heat pump package units is complete. Community Services has started running classes out of the facility now. Facility Interior Finishes Replacement (PF-02022) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $275,123 $457,516 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project improves the interior finishes of City facili es, including flooring, walls, cabinets, paint, ligh ng, ceiling les, soundproofing, and fixed office furniture, doors, windows, and associated fire/life safety, mechanical, electrical and plumbing code compliance requirements. Fire Equipment Replacement (FD-25000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 23 Packet Pg. 1075 of 1165 Buildings and FaciliƟes Projects Status as of December 2025 Buildings and Facili es Projects Page 11 of 11 $9,647 $1,691,847 Fire Department N/A Recurring Project Status: This project funds ongoing replacement of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) equipment used for training, medical response, and technical rescue in all emergency situa ons. Police Video Recording Systems Replacement (PD-20000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 170,644 $ 214,800 Police Department N/A Recurring Project Status: This project maintains the Palo Alto Police Department video recording systems used to record events in the field with up to five in-car cameras as well as body-worn cameras (BWC). In FY 2024, the City solicited a new vendor to include the in-car and BWC systems and newly added fixed interroga on systems in the Public Safety Building (PSB). A vendor was selected, and City Council approved a Purchase Order. Materials have been shipped, and the transi on is in process. Full implementa on is expected to be completed on or around the end of FY 2026. The CIP will remain open to coordinate with the vehicle replacement cycle. Roofing Replacement (PF-00006) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $56,924 $380,018 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project replaces exis ng roofs at City facili es that have outlived their useful lifespans. The Animal Shelter roof recoat has been delayed due to roof modifica ons required for the proposed kennel remodel. Permits for the Phase 2 of the Lucie Stern Community Theatre roof replacement project has been completed. An IFB for construc on was issued in spring 2025 with construc on expected to begin in summer 2025. The Lucie Stern Community Theatre roof replacement is now complete. A consultant has been hired to evaluate the structural integrity of the Baylands Interpre ve Center roof and give roofing replacement recommenda ons. University Avenue Parking Improvements (PF-14003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $44,512 $87,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project maintains parking lots and parking structures within the University Avenue Downtown Business Parking District. Beginning in winter 2025, the University pedestrian underpass refurbishment project will start construc on. Project includes repain ng of the pedestrian tunnels and installa on of new ligh ng fixtures; it is an cipated to complete construc on in spring 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 24 Packet Pg. 1076 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 1 of 9 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 4 6 7 2 19 Recurring Projects 9 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Baylands Comprehensive Conserva on Plan (PG-17000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $386,401 $458,852 Community Services Design Winter 2027 Project Status: This project will implement a conserva on plan that will examine na ve vegeta on, wildlife habitat resources, and wildlife-appropriate public access for the en re Baylands, including Byxbee Park. This plan will provide informa on to successfully manage wildlife habitat and provide trails or other recrea on ameni es; provide a design overlay for appropriate types and loca ons of public art in the Baylands; and design interpre ve messaging throughout the Baylands. The plan seeks to op mize opportuni es for low-impact recrea on ensuring that these are compa ble with the Baylands Master Plan direc on for passive use of the nature preserve. The Conserva on Plan will also provide input for the Byxbee Park Comple on project. The Parks and Recrea on Commission has created an Ad Hoc Commi ee to work with staff on this project. Staff and the Ad Hoc Commi ee have been reviewing the dra plan and iden fying gaps and highligh ng where updates are required. Baylands Golf Links Sand Topdressing (PG-26001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 0 $66,000 Community Services Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project provides sand-topdressing for the natural turf fairways and pu ng greens at the Baylands Golf Links golf course. The topdressing is an essen al applica on of sand to improve growing condi ons, drainage, and playability, specifically a er rain events and throughout the wet winter season. An applica on of sand has been applied as a top layer to promote new turf growth, allow for be er drainage, and provide a smoother playing surface. Addi onal sand may be applied upon return of warm weather in the summer during peak growth season. Baylands Levee Repair for Public Safety Access (OS-09002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $54,298 $342,298 Community Services Pre-Design Summer 2028 Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 25 Packet Pg. 1077 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 2 of 9 Project Status: This project provides funding to restore the width and height of the earthen flood levee between Harbor Road near the Baylands Interpre ve Center and the perimeter levee of the Airport to protect the interior areas, provide emergency and opera onal vehicle access, and offset the poten al for localized flooding and erosion to the trail. Pre-design work has begun; however, the majority of funding was pushed to FY 2028, following Finance Commi ee ac on on September 8, 2025. Baylands Interpre ve Signage Program (OS-24001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 117,962 $178,366 Community Services Construc on Fall 2025 Project Status: The grant-funded project will install interpre ve signage and exhibits on two miles of trails and on the boardwalk at the Palo Alto Baylands. The fabrica on and installa on of 21 interpre ve signs spread along two miles of trails in the Palo Alto Baylands and 41 interpre ve signs on the 850-foot boardwalk was completed in October 2025In October 2024, the City received an announcement that the Grant performance period would end six months earlier than originally planned, on December 30, 2025, rather than June 2026. With the performance period constricted, the city was concerned that more me would be needed to ensure that the elements could be completed and so applied for an extension of the performance period. In October 2025, the City’s request for an extension to the grant performance period was approved. The remaining grant funds of $41,818 were released allowing scope to be completed in a new performance period that ends December 30, 2026. Boulware Park Improvements (PE-17005) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $5,793,204 $6,107,473 Public Works Completed Fall 2025 Project Status: This park renova on project was ini ally planned in FY 2018 but was postponed due to an increase in scope to incorporate the adjacent AT&T lot purchased by the City in 2019. A Park Improvement Ordinance for the improvements was adopted by the City Council in October 2021, and a construc on contract was awarded in summer 2023. The park opened to the public in spring 2025. All contract punch list items were completed in December 2025.. Byxbee Park Comple on (PE-18006) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $368,192 $3,199,189 Public Works Pre-Design Summer 2028 Project Status: This project allows for the remaining improvements to Byxbee Park that follow the comple on of the landfill capping work. The Baylands Comprehensive Conserva on Plan (BCCP), which is currently undergoing CEQA analysis, will include recommenda ons on the scope of the Byxbee Park project. The BCCP and the conceptual plan for Byxbee Park need addi onal outreach and review which is an cipated to con nue through FY 2027. The project has been moved to FY 2028 pending comple on of the BCCP. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 26 Packet Pg. 1078 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 3 of 9 El Camino Park Turf Replacement (PG-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 41,620 $842,000 Community Services Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project has been paused and Council has provided direc on to use a por on of this project’s funding to complete a comprehensive study comparing synthe c turf to natural grass with a case study focused on El Camino Park. The study is complete and was presented to Council in December 2025 and planned to be brought back again to Council in January 2026 for approval. The study assessed environmental and health impacts, field u liza on capacity, and capital and opera ng costs required for both types of fields. The study provides recommenda ons to Council for replacement of turf at El Camino Park. Eucalyptus Tree Removal (PG-25002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 105,860 $410,102 Community Services Construc on Fall 2027 Project Status: This Hazardous Fuel Abatement project iden fied Eucalyptus trees from the City of Palo Alto’s open space preserves for removal. During Phase 1 of this CIP, 36 Eucalyptus trees were removed within Esther Clark Park to reduce hazardous fuels adjacent to homes in the Palo Alto Wildland Urban Interface. Foothills Nature Preserve and Arastradero Preserve are to be evaluated for further Eucalyptus tree removals. This project is being expanded through Fiscal Year 2027. Staff are working cross-departmentally to priori ze Arastradero Preserve and Foothills Nature Preserve for phases 2 and 3. The majority of Phase 2 tree removals were completed in December 2025. Foothills Nature Preserve Boronda Lake Dock Replacement (OS-18000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,675 $156,243 Public Works Design Summer 2026 Project Status: This project is a refurbishment of the exis ng dock. The dock was originally built in 1965 and was last refurbished in 2010 with repairs to the wood decking. The current condi on of the dock has declined and now requires complete replacement with new decking, ramp, floats, and pilings. Materials for the dock have been ordered, and replacement work will begin in early 2026. Foothills Nature Preserve Dam Seepage Inves ga on and Repairs (PE-20000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $118,549 $224,815 Public Works Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project will study the loca on of historic seepage from the Foothills Nature Preserve Dam at the sharp bend in the road on the face of the dam and will locate and inves gate the pipe and trench backfill material. The source of the seepage is suspected to be the trench backfill around the pipe that returns shallow groundwater to Boronda Lake. Staff con nue to monitor and inves gate the seepage of the Department of Water Resources Division of Safety of Dams (DSOD) inspec ons and recommenda ons. Staff completed camera inspec ons of the Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 27 Packet Pg. 1079 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 4 of 9 underdrain pipes to iden fy poten al obstruc ons and leakage issues. Per the DSOD recommenda ons, the City’s consultant installed a weir on the downstream side of the dam in spring 2025 which would allow the City to collect quan ta ve measurements of the seepage flow and inform the seepage trends and needs for a long-term solu on The effec veness of the weir installed in spring 2025 for measuring seepage condi ons con nues to be monitored. Foothills Nature Preserve Improvements (PE-21000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $363,899 $3,421,243 Public Works Design Summer 2030 Project Status: This project has repaired the bridge to Sunfish Island, and will complete the design and permi ng to replace the footbridge in Los Trancos Valley, replace the grade control structures along Buckeye Creek, provide new split rail fencing to protect sensi ve areas, provide new pedestrian pathways, signage, traffic control features to keep park visitors safe while walking along the park road, and add improvements to some of the exis ng parking areas to make them safer and more efficient. Council awarded a professional services contract for addi onal outreach, detailed design, and bid package prepara on for pathways, fencing, and parking improvements in spring 2024. In fall 2025, Council referred the project to the Parks and Recrea on Commission (PRC) for poten al scope reduc ons for the FY 2026 budget.. In fall 2025, staff obtained feedback from PRC on the reduced scope. The City’s consultant began detailed design and construc on documents per recommended reduced scope. Staff an cipates a Park Improvement Ordinance recommenda on in early 2026. The replacement of the footbridge in Los Trancos Valley and the grade control structures along Buckeye Creek have been moved to FY 2029 and FY 2030 due to staffing constraints. Golf Course Net and Ar ficial Turf Replacement (PG-18000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $847,789 Community Services Pre-Design Fall 2028 Project Status: This project will remove and replace the golf course driving range ne ng and synthe c turf. This project has been delayed due to the assessment of addi onal ball reten on needs throughout the golf course. Staff has partnered with First Tee Silicon Valley on a short-term agreement and is currently developing a long-term agreement for driving range and prac ce facility improvements. Concurrently, staff is finalizing a Second Deck Study that could impact the ming and extent of replacement. Heritage Park Site Ameni es Replacement (PG-21000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $37,275 $143,132 Community Services Construc on Summer 2025 Project Status: The project will replace select walkways and all of the site ameni es in Heritage Park including benches, picnic tables, trash receptacles, playground arbor, bicycle racks and drinking fountain. Improvements completed include replacement of retaining walls in the playground area and repairs to decomposed granite Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 28 Packet Pg. 1080 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 5 of 9 pathways throughout the park. Further work throughout December 2025 included repairs to asphalt pathways, benches, and landscape improvements. Staff has met with stakeholders and plans to bid out the remaining fencing work to connect access from the playground to the Roth Building public restroom., Johnson Park Renova on (PE-21002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $2,050,000 Community Services Design Summer 2027 Project Status: This project renovates exis ng park elements, including asphalt concrete and brick pathways, site furnishings, playground equipment and resurfacing, fencing, and improvements to irriga on and ligh ng. Safety improvements associated with asphalt pathways repairs were addressed in fall 2025 as part of Public Works Engineering’s annual street resurfacing project. Ramos Park Improvements (PG-14000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $646,631 $767,788 Community Services Construc on Winter 2027 Project Status: This project replaces the playground equipment at Ramos Park. Council awarded a coopera ve agreement with Ross Recrea on in June 2024 to replace and install the playground equipment for Ramos Park. Playground equipment was replaced in spring 2025. Funding has been added to this project for replacement of site ameni es and basketball court resurfacing repairs to occur in FY 2026-2027 and be completed by winter 2027 Rinconada Park Improvements (PE-08001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $5,761,775 $10,376,726 Public Works Construc on Fall 2030 Project Status: This project provides upgrades to safety, site ameni es, playground facili es, a new restroom, irriga on, drainage, and ADA accessibility improvements at Rinconada Park. These improvements were iden fied in the Rinconada Long Range Plan (LRP). Phase 1 park improvements to the western half of the park were completed in spring 2022. A new restroom was installed and opened to the public in summer 2024. Funding was approved by Council in FY 2025 to complete structural and electric design for replacement of a storage unit (purchased by Palo Alto Tennis Club (PATC)) at Rinconada Park. The design has been completed and a Memorandum of Understanding between the City and PATC is in progress. Per PATC request, further work on the project has been paused. According to the LRP, future improvement phases will include improvements to the eastern half of the park by FY 2030, including pathway improvements, ADA upgrades, plan ng, irriga on, ligh ng, and site furnishings. Robles Park Improvements (PE-18015) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $210,874 $1,073,351 Public Works Design Fall 2026 Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 29 Packet Pg. 1081 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 6 of 9 Project Status: This project will replace playground equipment. Community mee ngs were held in September 2023 and March 2024 to obtain community input. An online community survey regarding the play equipment was completed in January 2025. The project comple on has been extended to fall 2026 due to staffing constraints. Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields Turf Replacement (PG-26000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $36,504 $2,707,547 Community Services Completed Fall 2025 Project Status: The project will replace the synthe c turf at the Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields. The Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields accommodate year-round play, including addi onal evening play with some temporary ligh ng. Since the turf was installed in 2016, it has been in high demand and is used by youth and adult leagues as well as walk-on play. Synthe c turf has a typical lifespan of approximately eight to ten years with each year of use contribu ng to gradual wear and tear resul ng in loss of pile height, turf fiber, and infill. The design was completed in fall 2024, construc on began in summer 2025 through an approved sole source contract, and the turf replacement was completed in December 2025. Werry Park Playground Improvements (PG-22000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $350,000 Community Services Pre-Design Summer 2028 Project Status: This project provides funding for the replacement and accessibility improvements of the exis ng playground. The benches, tables, trash receptacles, bicycle rack and drinking fountain have reached the end of their useful life and need replacement as well. Perimeter landscaping will be replaced as part of this project. RECURRING PROJECTS Art in Public Spaces (AC-86017) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $269,649 $1,774,351 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project provides the ongoing temporary and permanent artworks throughout the City of Palo Alto. Ar st-in-Residence Aleo Landeta completed their residency and installed a temporary sculpture on King Plaza. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 30 Packet Pg. 1082 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 7 of 9 Ar st Kiana Honarmand has completed her community outreach and is developing her final report and artwork design for King Plaza. The final art piece was installed at the Public Safety Building, and artwork is under development for Fire Sta ons 4 and 5, the downtown parking garage, and for three murals downtown as well as a series of temporary murals at the California Avenue garage. The 2025 Code: ART fes val drew approximately 25,000 people downtown over three evenings, and plans are underway for the next Code: ART in 2027. A new series of ArtLi grant projects are planned for early 2026 to animate Cubberley campus and our commercial corridors with temporary public art. Athle c Courts Resurfacing (PG-06001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $43,184 $315,190 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project repairs and resurfaces athle c courts in various Palo Alto parks. The reconfigura on and resurfacing of the Greer Park basketball courts wwere completed in July 2025. The Bike Safety Park (formerly referred to as the Traffic Garden located at Ventura Community Center) construc on was completed as part of the FY 2025 Street Resurfacing Project in summer 2025. Also, resurfacing of the basketball courts at Ventura Community Center was completed in fall 2025. Benches, Signage, Walkways, Perimeter Landscaping (PG-06003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $320,887 $212,198 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project restores and replaces exis ng benches, signage, fencing, walkways, and landscaping at various City facili es. In June 2025, 13 replacement picnic benches were installed at Rinconada Pool. Design for 26 Park signs has been completed, and new signage has been installed at Boulware and Fred Eyerly Tower Well Park. Addi onally, trailhead signage was installed at Pearson-Arastradero Preserve. Other Park ameni es replaced include tennis court windscreens at Weisshaar Park and drinking fountains at Mitchell Park. Lastly, Ly on Plaza fountain grate design was completed in May 2025, with installa on planned for 2026. Dog Park Installa on and Renova on (PG-18001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $372,039 $150,000 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables the construc on of dog parks at various City parks and facili es for construc ng new or renova ng exis ng dog parks. A renovated Mitchell Park Dog Park was opened to the public in April 2025 which improved the dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs. A new dog park was built as part of the Boulware Park expansion project and opened to the public in May 2025. Off-Road Pathway Resurfacing and Repair (OS-09001) Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 31 Packet Pg. 1083 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 8 of 9 Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $133,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project repairs, resurfaces, or replaces pathways as needed within the City of Palo Alto. Pathways are chosen based on safety inspec ons, condi on, and usage. Open Space pathways are currently under review for repair. Open Space Lakes and Pond Maintenance (OS-00002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $27,798 $121,730 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project rehabilitates lakes and ponds in open space nature preserves to protect wildlife habitat and recrea onal safety and to meet State Division of Safety of Dams requirements. A new three-year contract was awarded in July 2024 for the removal of aqua c vegeta on in Boronda Lake, which is conducted twice annually in the spring and fall. Open Space Trails and Ameni es (OS-00001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $217,582 $300,673 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project restores unpaved trails, fences, picnic areas, and campgrounds at Foothills, Baylands, and Pearson-Arastradero Nature Preserves. A new five-year maintenance contract was awarded in November 2024. Annual mowing of 60 acres of fire fuel break were completed in early Summer 2025, and 1.5 miles of trail tread repair was completed on Los Trancos Trail in fall 2025. Parks and Open Space Emergency Repairs (PG-09002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 260,110 $356,561 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project replaces or repairs playgrounds, play yard surfaces, wooden structures, park ameni es, and play equipment in the event of storms, fire, vandalism, or structural failure. In spring 2025, slide replacements were installed at Johnson and Juana Briones Parks. Repairs were done at the Magical Bridge playground including two saucer swings, wooden play elements, and rubber surfacing. The Mitchell Park splash pad also had rubber surfacing repairs performed. In December 2025, all the pathway planks of the Briones pedestrian bridge were replaced with the recommenda on in the City-Wide Bridge Structural Assessment. Addi onally, the spinner play piece at the Magical Bridge playground was replaced. The Mitchell Park pickleball court entry gate was fixed to now swing inward instead of outward which was impeding the pedestrian path of travel. Park Restroom Installa on (PG-19000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 32 Packet Pg. 1084 of 1165 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Status as of December 2025 Parks, Open Space and Golf Projects Page 9 of 9 $248,684 $753,898 Community Services N/A Recurring Project Status: This project installs new restrooms at City parks that currently do not have restroom facili es. In summer 2024, the Ramos Park restroom construc on was completed and opened to the public. Staff is currently working on the replacement of the exis ng two-stall restroom near the Magical Bridge Playground at Mitchell Park with a new four-stall prefabricated restroom building. The building was purchased in fall 2025. Contractor bidding is es mated to begin in spring and the restroom building delivery, and site construc on is es mated to be completed in summer 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 33 Packet Pg. 1085 of 1165 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Status as of December 2025 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Page 1 of 4 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 0 3 0 0 3 Recurring Projects 9 ONE-TIME PROJECTS California Avenue District Gateway Signs (PE-17004) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $26,943 $162,783 Public Works Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project includes the design and replacement of two exis ng gateway signs for the California Avenue business district. Ini al public outreach was completed in winter 2021. The California Avenue District Gateway Signs project is in the next phase of improvements following the California Avenue Streetscape update and near-term improvements. The signage plan includes a primary gateway sign at the intersec on of California Avenue and El Camino, along with a companion sign at the Birch Street exit ramp off of Oregon Expressway. This project will be discussed with the Architectural Review Board by the second quarter of 2026 and presented to City Council for approval later in 2026. Newell Road/San Francisquito Creek Bridge Replacement (PE-12011) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 4,416,929 $23,456,670 Public Works Design Spring 2027 Project Status: This project removes and replaces the Newell Road bridge over San Francisquito Creek with a clear span to allow the channel to convey up to the natural capacity of the San Francisquito Creek, approximately 7,500 cubic feet per second, and to improve safety for vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic. The project is being closely coordinated with the City of East Palo Alto, Valley Water, and San Francisquito Creek Joint Powers Authority (SFCJPA). Granite Construc on was awarded the construc on contract on June 16, 2026. The No ce to Proceed was issued in August and street tree removal was done in September. In addi on, AT&T, Comcast and PG&E completed the overhead power and fiber line reloca on in December 2025 Street Lights CondiƟon Assessment (PE-13014) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $8,799 $251,023 Public Works Design Fall 2027 Project Status: This project will assess the condi on of the City’s streetlight system. The assessment will include an Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 34 Packet Pg. 1086 of 1165 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Status as of December 2025 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Page 2 of 4 inventory of the en re ligh ng system, including age and condi on of conduit, wiring, streetlight poles, founda ons, luminaires, and ligh ng coverage. The project will also determine the inspec on, maintenance, repair, and rehabilita on necessary to prolong the life of the City’s streetlight system. This project has not started due to staffing constraints. RECURRING PROJECTS City Bridge Improvements (PE-20001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $749,852 $1,608,071 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project includes recurring bridge inspec ons, maintenance, repair, and an improvement program.. This program will include on-going inspec ons to report physical changes to the structures, recommenda ons for work to be done, and addi onal informa on to meet func onal and structural standards in accordance with industry standards. Staff completed structural and safety repairs to seven bridges in 2024. Anon- call structural contract was awarded by Council in spring 2025 to con nue recurring inspec ons and other as- needed structural assessments for Public Works projects. This CIP also provides funding for the San Francisquito Creek bank stabiliza on project under a memorandum of understanding between Caltrain, the City of Menlo Park and the City of Palo Alto.The bank stabiliza on project design was completed in fall 2025 and an IFBwas issued in December 2025. Caltrain an cipates awarding a construc on contract in spring 2026 with work scheduled to begin in summer 2026. Curb and GuƩer Repairs (PO-12001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $278,905 $208,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project repairs curbs and gu ers upli ed by tree roots. A FY 2026 repairs project resumes the City’s focus on improving Sidewalk Districts 1 & 2 that includes Downtown North and University South neighborhoods (Palo Alto Avenue to Embarcadero Road and Alma Street to Middlefield Road), in addi on to addressing hot spot loca ons from 311 requests. Approximately 2,977 linear feet of curbs and gu ers are included in the FY 2026 Sidewalk, Curb & Gu er Repair Project. Council approved the construc on contract on October 20, 2025. Construc on of curb and gu er repairs began in December 1, 2025, priori zing loca ons that require immediate ac on including a newly constructed valley gu er on Jacaranda Lane in Parking Lot 8. Contract comple on is set for June 15, 2026.. San Francisquito Creek Joint Powers Authority Ongoing Creek Projects (PE-22000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $23,379 $553,492 Public Works N/A Recurring Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 35 Packet Pg. 1087 of 1165 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Status as of December 2025 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Page 3 of 4 Project Status: This project will implement creek studies and the comple on of the design for the San Francisquito Creek Joint Powers Authority (JPA) upstream projects including channel widening and Con nuing Authority Program Sec on 205 (CAP 205) study. In FY 2024, the JPA awarded a contract with WRA Environmental Consultants to analyze the creek hydraulics and the improvement alterna ves that could reduce flooding. The Master Service Agreement includes the design and implementa on of Reach 2 project elements. WRA completed their ini al field survey, developed a preliminary list of improvement alterna ves and provided the ini al presenta on to the public in November. Their efforts will be driven based on public feedback and direc on from the SFCJPA Board. Due to comments received from SFCJPA Board members and staff, the consultant’s scope had to be modified in 2025. This ac on delayed the comple on of the Alterna ve Evalua on Report that would have determined the preferred alterna ve to advance. Sidewalk Repairs (PO-89003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $2,846,653 $ 1,402,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project repairs and replaces broken and upli ed 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 poten al improvements to the current district-based program. The FY 2026 Sidewalk, Curb & Gu er Repair Project will focus on sidewalk repairs (PO-89003) and curb and gu er repairs (PO-12001) in Sidewalk Districts 1 & 2, which include the Downtown Professorville neighborhoods (Palo Alto Avenue to Embarcadero Road and Alma Street to Middlefield Road). The FY 2026 repair project resumes improvement efforts made in this area made by the FY 2024 Sidewalk Repair ADA Improvement Project. Council approved the construc on contract on October 20, 2025. The project aims to replace approximately 21,530 square feet of concrete sidewalk, 4,615 square feet of driveways, and install 46 new curb ramps to conform to the Americans with Disabili es Act (ADA). Contract comple on is set for June 15, 2026. Sign ReflecƟvity Upgrade (PO-11000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $16,730 $ 128,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project includes the annual inventorying, upgrading and maintaining of all traffic signs. A list of signs not mee ng the minimum requirement is derived from Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) approved Nigh me Visual Inspec on surveys. Staff will con nue to work on replacing the 405 signs iden fied as replacement from the FY 2024 survey. Due to con nuing staffing constraints, nigh me reflec vity surveys were not performed during FY 2025 and are not planned for FY 2026. Street Lights Improvements (PO-05054) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $118,081 $408,422 Public Works N/A Recurring Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 36 Packet Pg. 1088 of 1165 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Status as of December 2025 Streets and Sidewalk Projects Page 4 of 4 Project Status: This project replaces streetlights, including poles, pole founda ons, luminaires and wiring as needed to restore or improve street ligh ng. In the second half of FY 2025, there were six knockdown loca ons with nine completed repairs, and seven are s ll in progress to be completed in FY 2026. Street Maintenance (PE-86070) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $6,860,756 $5,437,687 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: Street Maintenance Projects include the annual resurfacing, micro-seal, crack seal, and reconstruc on of various city streets in support of the Council’s goal of achieving a citywide average pavement condi on index (PCI) score of 85, represen ng very good or excellent condi ons. The FY 2024 Street Resurfacing Project is completed except for the California Avenue Street Improvements Project. The Project is in permi ng process with Caltrans. The FY 2025 Street Resurfacing Project construc on is completed except for the striping in the Caltrain right of way. Contractor is wai ng for approval of the SWPPP plan and flagger available from Caltrain to perform the work. The FY 2025 Street Preven ve Maintenance Project was completed as of December 31, 2025. ThermoplasƟc Lane Marking and Striping (PO-11001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $43,443 $328,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project maintains thermoplas c markings on roadways. Thermoplas c lane marking and striping are incorporated into annual Pavement Preven ve Maintenance Projects. The FY 2025 Streets Preven ve Maintenance Project (PE-86070, PO-11001) was completed as of December 31, 2025. Tree Grate AlternaƟves (PF-26000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $100,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements the assessment and selec on of alterna ve tree grate solu ons to enhance tree root protec on and promote the long-term sustainability of the City’s urban forest. The scope includes evalua ng design alterna ves, iden fying the most effec ve solu ons, and managing the replacement process to improve urban tree health and infrastructure resilience. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 37 Packet Pg. 1089 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 1 of 8 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 1 7 4 1 13 Recurring Projects 5 ONE-TIME PROJECTS California Avenue Streetscape Update (PL-23000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $278,523 $729,997 City Manager’s Office Design Spring 2026 Project Status: The project implements interim changes to the California Avenue Streetscape and for necessary CEQA analysis for the future configura on of the street. Temporary barriers were replaced with bollards, planters, colored paving and bike lane improvements, which were completed in summer 2025 with the excep on of paving the California Avenue/El Camino Real intersec on and the addi on of ADA parking spaces on Ash Street, which are an cipated to be complete in spring 2026. CEQA analysis was approved by Council in March 2025. Exis ng parklet program is being adapted to permit pre-approved and customized parklets. A concept design is underway for the future implementa on of 2-way slow bike lanes with pedestrian safety improvements. Charleston Road/Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements (PL-25002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $85,948 $1,214,305 Office of Transporta on Design Fall 2028 Project Status: The California Department of Transporta on, in coopera on with the Peninsula Corridor Joint Power Board (JPB) and the City of Palo Alto, proposed a railroad crossing improvement project at Charleston Road and Alma Street to enhance traffic safety. This crossing was iden fied for possible funding of hazard elimina on and safety improvements through Sec on 130 funds. The Sec on 130 program is a federal-funded program, administered at the state level, for the elimina on of hazards at at-grade highway-rail crossings. Phase 1 of Sec on 130 funding will reimburse the actual and direct costs of the Preliminary Engineering phase of this project. This project is separate and independent from the on-going rail grade separa on projects and addresses more immediate safety concerns at this crossing. The railroad crossing at Alma Street and Charleston Road experiences a large volume of pedestrian and bicycle traffic during the morning and a ernoon school commute hours. JPB and the City will be responsible for the construc on of the improvements within each respec ve agency’s right of way. Churchill Avenue Enhanced Bikeway (PL-14000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 38 Packet Pg. 1090 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 2 of 8 $564,143 $3,823,660 Public Works Construc on Spring 2026 Project Status: This project includes planning, design and construc on of a shared-use path along the north side of Churchill Avenue between the exis ng shared-use path at Cas lleja Avenue and the Stanford Perimeter Trail. It also includes intersec on improvements at Churchill Avenue and El Camino Real, which will include a new dedicated westbound right-turn lane. PAUSD approved the easements required for the project in August 2023. Staff have worked with Caltrans for re-issuance of the encroachment permit and received approval in June 2024. The construc on contract was approved by Council on December 9, 2024. Construc on is on hold through winter with major construc on ac vi es resuming in Summer2026. Bike pathway and intersec on work are an cipated to be completed during spring while the project should reach substan al comple on in late fall 2026. Churchill Avenue Rail Grade Separa on and Safety Improvements Main (PL-24001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $118,034 $37,155,230 Office of Transporta on Design Spring 2028 Project Status: This project provides for the planning, design, and construc on of the grade separa on at the exis ng at-grade crossing on Churchill Avenue in the Caltrain Rail Corridor. The project will provide improvements to accommodate bicycles, pedestrians, and vehicular movement at the crossing. A er reviewing various studies and refinements to the alterna ves, the Rail Commi ee recommended proceeding with a Par al Underpass Alterna ve with Bicycle and Pedestrian crossing at Seale Avenue. On June 10, 2024, the City Council selected the Churchill Underpass with ped/bike crossing at Seale Avenue. The funding agreement with the Federal Railroad Administra on was approved by City Council on June 17, 2024. Staff collaborated with Caltrain and the Valley Transporta on Agency (VTA) to develop a coopera ve agreement for the Preliminary Engineering and Environmental Documenta on phase and funding from Measure B Grade Separa on funds. This coopera ve agreement between the City, Caltrain, and VTA was approved by the City Council on December 9, 2024. Staff is working closely with Caltrain, VTA, and the Federal Railroad Administra on (FRA) to refine the grade separa on alterna ves. As part of this process, staff conducted community mee ngs in September 2025 to present updated concepts and gather public input. Rail Commi ee and City Council reviewed the updated alterna ves in fall 2025 and selected the Alma Street Ramp alterna ve for Bicycle and Pedestrian crossing at Seale Avenue as part of the Par al Underpass alterna ve for Churchill Avenue Crossing. Staff will work towards developing 15% design for Rail Commi ee review in summer 2026. Churchill Avenue Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements (PL-20000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $2,575,381 $8,853,852 Public Works Completed Fall 2025 Project Status: This project is a railroad crossing improvement project to enhance safety at the intersec on of Churchill Avenue and Alma Street. The design includes traffic signal modifica ons, street ligh ng improvements, roadway resurfacing, sidewalk realignment, drainage improvements, u lity reloca ons, signage, and striping. Staff is coordina ng with Caltrain, Caltrans, and California Public U li es Commission (CPUC). CPUC approved General Order 88-B for the project in November 2022 and authorized the City to move forward with construc on. The construc on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 39 Packet Pg. 1091 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 3 of 8 contract was awarded and started in summer 2023 but was delayed due to prolonged procurement of the traffic controller cabinet, received in May 2025. Coordina on with Caltrain required a short and strict installa on window due to their electrifica on and restric ons on train shutdowns. A er obtaining approval from Caltrain, the traffic system was switched over to new signals in June 2025. Comple on of the concrete pedestrian areas, repaving, and installa on of new striping occurred in early summer 2025. Construc on was completed in fall 2025. Downtown Automated Parking Guidance Systems, Access Controls & Revenue (PL-15002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $4,375,179 $5,197,827 Public Works Construc on Spring 2026 Project Status: This project includes design and installa on of new downtown parking guidance systems, access controls, and revenue collec on 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 addi onal management support in design and procurement for the system installa on in the Downtown garages on University Avenue. The contractor completed tes ng the interior infrastructure for all garages and found no major issues. The project received Planning approval for the exterior matrix signs in September 2025 and are now working with the consultant on applying for the building permits for sign fabrica on and installa on. Meadow Drive/Charleston Road Rail Grade Separa on and Safety Improvements (PL-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $224,204 $68,364,787 Office of Transporta on Design Spring 2028 Project Status: This project provides for the planning, design, and construc on of the grade separa ons at the exis ng at-grade crossings on Meadow Drive and Charleston Road in the Caltrain Rail Corridor. The project will provide improvements to accommodate bicycles, pedestrians, and vehicular movement at the crossings. A er reviewing various studies and refinements to the alterna ves, the Rail Commi ee recommended proceeding to advance two alterna ves, the Hybrid and Underpass Alterna ves, into the early phase of Preliminary Engineering and Environmental Documenta on. The commi ee also recommended refining these alterna ves to reduce right-of-way impacts and improve bicycle and pedestrian facili es. The City Council a er reviewing directed staff to advance these alterna ves into Preliminary Engineering and Environmental phase at Council Mee ngs in June 2024. The funding agreement with the Federal Railroad Administra on was approved by City Council on June 17, 2024. Staff collaborated with Caltrain and the Valley Transporta on Agency to develop a coopera ve agreement for the Preliminary Engineering and Environmental Documenta on phase and funding from Measure B Grade Separa on funds. This coopera ve agreement between the City, Caltrain, and VTA was approved by the City Council on December 9, 2024. City staff is working closely with Caltrain, VTA, and the Federal Railroad Administra on (FRA) to refine the grade separa on alterna ves. As part of this process, staff conducted community mee ngs in September 2025 to present updated concepts and gather public input. Rail Commi ee and City Council reviewed the updated alterna ves in fall 2025 and selected the Hybrid alterna ves for Meadow Drive crossing and Direct Ramp Underpass alterna ve for Charleston Road. Staff will work towards developing 15% design for Rail Commi ee review in summer 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 40 Packet Pg. 1092 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 4 of 8 Parking Management and System Implementa on (PL-16002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $433,182 $627,247 Office of Transporta on Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project provides for the design and installa on of the Comprehensive Parking Permit and Cita on Management System. The all-inclusive system is a tool staff will u lize in the management of parking permits for eight parking permit programs and associated on and off-street parking cita ons. A vendor has been selected and will be awarded by Council in fall 2025. Quarry Road Improvements and Transit Center Access (PL-16000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,282,050 $2,554,268 Office of Transporta on Design Fall 2026 Project Status: This project implements the planning, design, and construc on of bicycle and pedestrian improvements along Quarry Road between El Camino Real and Welch Road, including, but not limited to, upgraded bicycle lanes and crosswalks, innova ve intersec on treatments for bicyclists, and improved access to transit stops. The required parkland un-dedica on for the Quarry Road Transit Connec on project was approved by the voters in November 2024. To begin design work, a cost-sharing agreement between Stanford and City was developed and approved by Council in November 2025, and design work has commenced. Railroad Grade Separa on and Safety Improvements (PL-17001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $4,501,430 $10,994,119 Office of Transporta on Pre-Design TBD Project Status: This project involves development of conceptual alterna ves and review through community-based processes to advance the railroad grade crossing for the Palo Alto Avenue crossing. It will also fund the prepara on of a Project Study Report and environmental analysis that will be required for the City to realize its goals of advancing grade separa ons. The project will perform preliminary engineering design, conduct project related studies, and prepare environmental documents for the improvements. This project is currently on hold while the City is considering quiet zone implementa on for interim condi ons, and staff will ini ate the conceptual plan development for grade separa on at this crossing in 2026, depending upon the Rail Commi ee and City Council direc on. Ramona Street Streetscape Update (PE-26002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $225,000 Public Works Design Winter 2026 Project Status: This project provides for the near-term streetscape improvements for the pedestrian-only por on of Ramona Street between Hamilton and University Avenues (approximately 200 feet of the street from the intersec on of Hamilton Avenue and Ramona Street). Forthcoming improvements include installa on of concrete bollards and meridian barriers to replace the orange barriers. These are expected to arrive in mid-January and be installed shortly Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 41 Packet Pg. 1093 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 5 of 8 therea er. Staff are making these improvements knowing we will take greater me in reviewing the streetscape design as recommended by the Commi ee and will likely resume this work pending determina on of City Council priori es during the 2026 Council Retreat. Traffic Intersec on Accessibility Improvement Project (PL-25001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $550,512 Office of Transporta on Construc on Summer 2027 Project Status: This project will provide traffic intersec on accessibility improvements at four iden fied loca ons across the City to enhance traffic conges on relief efforts. These modifica ons may include the addi on of new crosswalks and curb ramps; accessible pedestrian system (APS) push bu ons; upda ng exis ng 8” traffic signal indica on heads to 12”; video detec on for improved opera ons; and implementa on of Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM) for ongoing data collec on and opera onal/safety analysis. Funding for this project will be provided by 2016 Measure B Local Streets and Roads (LSR) grant funds. Since the City’s pavement condi on index (PCI) is above 70, the City is eligible to use this funding for traffic conges on relief projects. This project is currently upgrading traffic signal indica on heads at three intersec ons and APS bu ons at five intersec ons. Design for improvements is currently in progress at two addi onal intersec ons with an cipated implementa on in late FY 2026 and FY 2027. University Ave Streetscape Update (PE-21004) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $631,408 $3,388,810 Public Works Design Fall 2030 Project Status: This project includes a study to reconfigure University Avenue between Alma Street and Middlefield Road to adapt the public realm to maximize pedestrian and bicycle use, reduce conges on, and enhance the retail environment/economic ac vity, while maintaining two-way vehicular access, parking opportuni es, delivery and loading zones, ride share spaces, and other ameni es including performance space. Council awarded a professional services contract for CSW/Stuber-Stroeh Engineering in February 2022. The project uses a phased approach with Phase 1 consis ng of public outreach, conceptual design, preliminary environmental studies, and financial assessment. Staff presented an alterna ves analysis and a preferred streetscape concept plan to Council on December 18, 2023. Council did not approve the plan and directed staff to iden fy addi onal concept alterna ves for Council discussion. Staff conducted addi onal outreach to the Retail Commi ee, Stakeholder Working Group, and received input from Council on June 3, 2024. On December 9, 2024, Council approved staff recommended preferred concept plan. In fall 2025, staff and its consultants refined the streetscape concepts based on topographic survey data and began evalua ng cost reduc on op ons within the framework of the preferred concept plan. Staff will seek Council approval for a consultant contract amendment for Phase 2 services, including preliminary design, environmental review, and Engineer’s Report for an Assessment District once the alterna ve cost evalua on is complete Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 42 Packet Pg. 1094 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 6 of 8 RECURRING PROJECTS Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on Plan Implementa on (PL-04010) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 323,875 $2,814,186 Office of Transporta on N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements the Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on Plan Update effort, which kicked off in fall 2023 and is scheduled to share a dra plan by the end of 2025. This project also includes the implementa on of various individual bicycle and pedestrian projects, such as the design and construc on of bicycle boulevards, enhanced bikeways, shared-paths, bicycle parking, pedestrian improvements, and quick-build implementa on of the City’s exis ng 2012 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on Plan. This project also funds the Embarcadero Road Improvements between Alma and Emerson. This project also funds the South Palo Alto Bike and Pedestrian Connec vity project, which is currently engaging with the community to select crossing loca ons, conceptual designs, and bike/pedestrian network improvements for new grade-separated bicycle and pedestrian rail crossings in south Palo Alto. The City Council reviewed eight shortlisted alterna ves and based on recommenda ons from the Rail Commi ee and Staff, selected Alterna ve A (a crossing at El Dorado Avenue) as the preferred alterna ve, elimina ng all other op ons from further considera on. Two variants of Alterna ve A were advanced: A1 (signalized crossing of Alma Street at El Dorado Avenue) and A2 (tunnel under both Alma Street and the Caltrain tracks). The Council passed a mo on to focus evalua ons on Alterna ves A1 and A2, with a preference for A2. Parking District Implementa on (PL-15003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $62 $193,000 Office of Transporta on N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements the Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on Plan Update effort, which kicked off in fall 2023 and is scheduled to share a dra plan by the end of 2025. This project also includes the implementa on of various individual bicycle and pedestrian projects, such as the design and construc on of bicycle boulevards, enhanced bikeways, shared-paths, bicycle parking, pedestrian improvements, and quick-build implementa on of the City’s exis ng 2012 Bicycle and Pedestrian Transporta on Plan. This project also funds the Embarcadero Road Improvements between Alma and Emerson. Safe Routes to School (PL-00026) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $144,451 $991,000 Office of Transporta on N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables the City’s Safe Routes to School program, including school commute planning, encouragement ac vi es, and capital improvements along local and collector streets that may be impacted by school commute ac vi es. The capital improvements include traffic calming devices, enhanced crosswalks, and improved signage along suggested safe routes to school. This project will also support the local match and pre-grant Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 43 Packet Pg. 1095 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 7 of 8 ac vi es of the federal “Safe Streets for All”-funded South Palo Alto Bikeways Demonstra on Project in FY 2026 once staff resources are available for project management. The quick-built project will implement buffered or protected bike lanes on East Meadow Drive from Alma Street to Fabian Way and on Fabian Way from East Meadow Drive to East Charleston Road. Traffic Signal and Intelligent Transporta on Systems (PL-05030) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $274,768 $672,700 Office of Transporta on N/A Recurring Project Status: This project includes design and construc on of traffic signals, traffic signal communica ons networks, detec on, and data projects for transporta on use, and maintenance of the City’s traffic signal central management system. The project includes the replacement of traffic signal controllers and cabinets, video detec on systems, accessible pedestrian bu ons, and related field equipment. Design for traffic signal safety and opera onal improvements at the intersec on of San Antonio Road and Charleston Road is nearing 100% comple on. Staff is finalizing the plans and will be preparing bid documents for construc on to be released in fall 2024, with construc on an cipated to begin in spring 2025. In 2025, staff updated the Centralized Traffic Management system servers to improve opera onal func ons and system security. The Quarry Road Traffic Signal and Intelligent Transporta on System upgrade project is currently under construc on. Staff con nually provide traffic signal modifica ons, installa ons, provide opera onal upgrades throughout the City and are developing new tasks on an on-going basis. Transporta on and Parking Improvements (PL-12000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $681,840 $664,100 Office of Transporta on N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements miscellaneous parking and transporta on related improvements including neighborhood traffic calming, neighborhood traffic studies, minor striping and signs installa on, and parking improvements. This project also funds the development of grant proposals used to procure funding for future projects. For the traffic calming project in the Crescent Park neighborhood, City Council approved proceeding with the design of permanent improvements in November 2023. Staff have procured the services of the consultant to design improvements and conduct community outreach. In addi on, staff ini ated an Engineering and Traffic Survey to select roadway segments to study prevailing speeds and review traffic condi ons in order to establish and/or cer fy posted speed limits. Staff is also working on the quiet zone project for all railroad crossings along the Caltrain corridor. A quiet zone study was performed for the Palo Alto Avenue and Alma Street crossing in collabora on with City of Menlo Park in 2022. The design of the required improvements for Quiet Zone at Palo Alto Avenue was completed. The project is currently under construc on. A er the comple on of the project, staff will send the No ce of Intent to implement Quiet Zone to Federal Railroad Administra on . In addi on, staff procured the services of the consultant to conduct a study for evalua on of quiet zones at the other three crossings of Churchill Avenue, Meadow Drive, and Charleston Road. A er review of the alterna ves, the Rail Commi ee and City Councilselected Four Quadrant Gate Systems for Quiet Zone implementa on at these crossings in November 2025. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 44 Packet Pg. 1096 of 1165 Transporta on Projects Status as of December 2025 Transporta on Projects Page 8 of 8 Staff will develop a separate Capitall Improvement Project for the implementa on phase and seek appropriate funding for design and construc on of required improvements. The $200K Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Ac on Plan is funded via this project but will be reimbursed up to $160K by a federal grant. The plan will target elimina ng traffic deaths and life-changing injuries on local streets. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 45 Packet Pg. 1097 of 1165 Airport Projects Status as of December 2025 Airport Projects Page 1 of 2 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construction Complete Total One Time Projects 0 5 1 0 6 Recurring Projects 0 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Airfield Electrical Improvements (AP-19001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $0 $ 532,391 Public Works Design Summer 2031 Project Status:This project is for the design and construction of electrical improvements and installation of LED lighting at the airport runway and taxiway. This project has not received FAA funding and is currently on hold. Airport Access Road Reconstruction (AP-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $0 $4,394,207 Public Works Design Summer 2031 Project Status:This project is for the design and reconstruction of the pavement on Embarcadero Way, which is the main access road for airport businesses and the Air Traffic Control Tower at the Airport. The Airport did not receive FAA funding for this project, and the project is currently on hold. Airport Layout Plan (AP-21000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $1,306,851 $ 967,100 Public Works Construction Summer 2027 Project Status:This project provides updates to the Airport Layout Plan, also known as the Long Range Facilities and Sustainability Plan, including a narrative report and environmental study. The Airport received funding for a Phase I portion of this project in fall 2020. The airport conducted five public meetings for the project, and additional meetings are currently being planned for this project. Phase I is approximately 100% complete and grant has been closed out, and Phase II is approximately 75% complete. This project is currently on hold for CY 2025 to allow airport staff to focus on noise and lead fuel issues. The project will be recommended in CY 2026 with an expected completion date in summer 2027. The FAA granted an extension on this project to accommodate the additional timeline. Airport Parking Lot Electric Vehicle Charger Installation (AP-24001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 46 Packet Pg. 1098 of 1165 Airport Projects Status as of December 2025 Airport Projects Page 2 of 2 $0 $28,993 Public Works Design Summer 2031 Project Status: This project will install electric vehicle charging stations in the Airport customer parking lot. The Airport is currently unable to offer electric vehicle charging to its customers, but there is increasing demand for vehicle charging capability from Airport tenants. This project has been delayed as the Airport explores further funding options. Airport Temporary Office Buildings (AP-22001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $947 $431,005 Public Works Design Summer 2026 Project Status: This project provides funding for the installation and Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment (FF&E) of existing temporary modular buildings at the Airport to provide adequate office space for airport staff as well as terminal space for the public. The modular buildings were placed on the foundation in fall 2025. Automated Weather Observation System AWOS (AP-19000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $87,309 $2,683,280 Public Works Design Summer 2026 Project Status: This project provides a new weather information system to be installed at the Palo Alto Airport. The Airport has applied for FAA funding and is waiting for the grant agreement to start design. The Airport received a bid for the project and is submitting a grant application to the FAA. The Airport has received funding from the FAA and it is anticipated the project will start in spring 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 47 Packet Pg. 1099 of 1165 Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Electric Fund Projects Page 1 of 6 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construction Complete Total One Time Projects 2 3 6 0 11 Recurring Projects 9 ONE-TIME PROJECTS 115 kV Electric Intertie (EL-06001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $864,219 $1,193,854 Utilities Pre-Design Summer 2027 Project Status establish a 115 kV electric intertie line and construct a 115/60 kV substation to connect the City's electric system directly to the 115 kV transmission line at an additional receiving station. Initially, staff did not receive California Independent System Operator’s (CAISO) commitment to support this interconnection. Staff have retained the services of a consultant to evaluate the options available to the City. Staff submitted CPAU electric load forecast and proposal for an additional 115 kV transmission line in October 2024 to CAISO for review and acceptance. In May 2025, CAISO approved CPAU’s application for a third transmission line to the City’s existing receiving station. Upgrading an existing 4-mile transmission line extension between Palo Alto and Ames in Mountain View will leverage existing right-of-way and vacant tower positions. The estimated cost of the transmission line project ranges between $42M-$84M, will be funded by PG&E, and has an expected in-service date of June 2034. Through PG&E’s pre-construction and design phase, CPAU staff will continue to engage the designated consultant for support with PG&E requests. Colorado Distribution Feeder Outlet Replacement (EL-22002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $10,576 $399,998 Utilities Construction Fall 2026 Project Status: This project is for the installation of a new Substation. The installation will improve reliability for all Colorado circuits and increase circuit capacity. The design was completed in spring 2024 and construction will begin spring 2026. Construction was delayed due to the procurement of 12 kV pad-mount switches. Council approved the contract in April 2024 and an order for the material was issued and received in July 2025. Other delays were related to the need to coordinate the installation with the fiber hut construction at Colorado station. December 2026 is the expected construction completion date. Colorado Power Station Equipment Upgrades (EL-19001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 48 Packet Pg. 1100 of 1165 Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Electric Fund Projects Page 2 of 6 $4,468,548 $10,884,811 Utilities Design Summer 2031 Project Status equipment at the Colorado Power ubstation. In FY 2022 staff completed the evaluation of existing equipment and will proceed with replacing the COP-3 115 kV/60 kV transformer bank and the 115 kV breaker. Engineering is continuing to work on the design for the RFP and construction IFB for contract services to complete the substation projects. The station’s service voltage transformers (SSVT1) were purchased and installed. The 60 kV Bus 1 & 2 Potential Transformers (PT) have been purchased for their eventual replacement. Due to long lead time of the replacement transformer, completion of this project is not anticipated until FY 2031. Colorado Substation Site Improvements (EL-19002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $286,233 $1,416,909 Utilities Design May 2028 Project Status: This project will the substation driveways and and egress for large utility vehicles and large equipment deliveries. Staff is finalizing a master plan for Colorado Substation to include all proposed improvements. Detailed designs for lighting, driveway, fences, walls, and upgraded oil containment have been prepared. The Planning Department approved the general site plan and fence in May 2024. The solicitation for a construction IFB has been paused to complete the master plan and finish completion of the fiber hut. Foothills Rebuild (Fire Mitigation) (EL-21001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $11,432,250 $15,102,325 Utilities Construction Spring 2026 Project Status:This project will rebuild mitigate the risk of utility-caused wildfires. This project converts overhead lines to underground by rerouting to avoid vegetation and improve access for inspections maintenance. Utility Substructure for Phases 1, 2, 3, and 5 are completed. Phase 4 construction has been approved and is currently under construction. The project is expected to be completed by June 2026. Grid Modernization for Electrification (EL-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $14,047,521 $228,689,832 Utilities Construction TBD Project Status:80% carbon emissions reduction by the year 2030. To meet the 80x30 goal, the electric system must be updated to meet the demands of electrification with older distribution components being replaced to increase system capacity. The Grid-Modernization project includes replacement of distribution and substation transformers, primary/secondary cables and conductors, and upgrading Palo Alto’s 60kV sub-transmission. In 2025 a pilot area was completed and upgraded electric systems serving just over 900 homes. This project will incorporate and consolidate the scope of work from the following projects into one CIP: Coleridge Cowper Tennyson 4/12kV Conversion (EL-14000), Hopkins Substation 4/12 kV Conversion (EL- Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 49 Packet Pg. 1101 of 1165 Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Electric Fund Projects Page 3 of 6 20000), Rebuild Underground District 15 (EL 11003) and Rebuild Underground District 16 (EL engineering design for additional distribution grid-modernization, substation upgrades, and transmission reconductors is underway. Inter-Substation Line Protection Relay (EL-17005) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $371,146 $1,692,895 Utilities Construction Summer 2027 Project Status:existing pilot wire relays with new microprocessor line differential protective relay to improve protection for the City’s 60 kV sub-transmission line sections and equipment. This project is being done in phases, with design and construction happening concurrently on the different phases. Construction of these improvements relies on work completed by other projects to install fiber optic connections. Engineering design for segments between the Colorado substation to Adobe Creek substation, Colorado and Hopkins, Park Boulevard substation to Quarry substation, and Maybell substation to Park Boulevard substation are in progress. Staff have completed the testing and verification of a fiber optic transfer switch proof of concept project and are proceeding with replacement of electromechanical relays at COP. Rebuild Underground District 24 (EL-10006) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $1,949,767 $2,240,451 Utilities Design Spring 2027 Project Status:This project rebuilds and replaces the underground electric system in Underground District 24, the area bounded by Lytton Avenue; Bryant Street; Forest Avenue; and Alma Street. The engineering design work has been delayed to June 2026, with the expectation that construction will be completed by spring 2027. Smart Grid Technology Installation (EL-11014) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $ 17,420,618 $18,879,913 Utilities Construction Spring 2026 Project Status:Council approved the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) with Sensus on October 18, 2021. The project includes replacement of 30,000 electric meters and retrofitting of 20,800 water and 24,200 gas meters with radio endpoints to transmit meter data to the AMI network. The proof-of-concept phase including AMI network installation, meter testing, and system integration will occur between January 2022 and August 2023. Full deployment is anticipated to run from September 2023 through April 2026. Colorado Substation Breaker Replacement (EL-17002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $1,581,171 $7,046,167 Utilities Pre-Design Fall 2033 Project Status:will reconstruct the 60kV bus structure and replace Colorado Substation. This project is being done in phases, with design and construction happening concurrently and Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 50 Packet Pg. 1102 of 1165 Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Electric Fund Projects Page 4 of 6 in conjunction with other planned improvements at the Colorado Substation Staff are finalizing a master plan for Colorado Substation and then will issue an RFP for the development of construction documents. Lead times for materials in related projects (Colorado transformer replacements) will delay this work. Construction is expected to start in FY 2032 and be completed in FY 2033. Substation Physical Security (EL-16003) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $3,308,562 $7,278,239 Utilities Construction Spring 2028 Project Status:This project installs facilities providing physical protection for nine electric substations from vandalism and intrusion. The installation for the first phase was completed for seven of the nine substations in December 2024. The design and bid package for the second phase and final two substations are in progress. The IFB preparation/solicitation is being paused to coordinate with EL-19002 and will be included in the master plan for Colorado substation. Construction is to be completed by May 2028. RECURRING PROJECTS Communications System Improvements (EL-89031) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $11,267 $87,040 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status: Electric Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. This project is funding a portion of the design phase of an expanded Utilities fiber optic network. The contract for design of this network was approved by Council in June 2020. Staff installed 48F-FO Cable between Maybell Street and Park Boulevard substations in Existing Aerial Innerduct for pilot wire relay protection. Electric Customer Connections (EL-89028) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $3,899,318 $2,350,100 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:new services, temporary service connections, and overhead and underground line extensions. Projects are in many stages of design and construction to provide temporary and permanent power to residential and commercial Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 51 Packet Pg. 1103 of 1165 Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Electric Fund Projects Page 5 of 6 Electric System Improvements (EL-98003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $ 2,057,064 $3,630,860 Utilities N/A Recurring Project 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 overhead wires and install protective devices to improve service reliability. Due to the focus on Grid-Mod and advancing increased system capacity, limited replacement work has been done under this CIP. Electric Utility Geographic Information System (EL-02011) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $46,800 $165,000 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:This project enhances the citywide Geographical Information System (GIS). The project scope includes on-going maintenance/technical support of the existing GIS system and implementation of the new GIS platform, ESRI. SCADA System Upgrades (EL-02010) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $70,117 $161,030 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:This is an annual recurring project that focuses on upgrades to the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system hardware. Staff is working on a replacement project for the Quarry Lane Substation Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) which is at end-of-life. The new RTU for the Quarry Road Substation is on order and expected to be in service by June 30, 2026. Additionally, staff completed a Disaster Recovery (DR) solution to mirror Master Station at the Utilities Control Center. Substation Facility Improvements (EL-89044) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $589,249 $993,766 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:This project makes improvements to facilities at electric substations Staff has completed the refurbishment of capacitor cans and fuses at Adobe Creek, the procurement and replacement of 12kV Allis- Chalmers circuit breakers at Hansen Way and Hanover Street as well as completed the installation of new Nexus meters at Hansen Way (FY 2023) and Colorado (FY 2021). The design of new Nexus meters at Hansen Way (FY 2021) is in progress. Future projects will include rebuilding the Adobe Creek load tap changer, replacement of 12kV breakers at Maybell, and other miscellaneous preventative replacement of substation equipment. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 52 Packet Pg. 1104 of 1165 Electric Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Electric Fund Projects Page 6 of 6 Substation Protection Improvements (EL-89038) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $147,751 $261,120 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:This project makes improvements to equipment used at electric substations to protect the substation equipment and circuits. Staff executed a professional service agreement with Soudi Consultants to review and revise protection settings and assist in commissioning updated relay schemes. Underground System Rebuild (EL-16001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $0 $304,640 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:This project replaces underground electric equipment in areas that were originally installed underground, that are not part of an Underground District. Staff is working to identify areas where the age of the existing cables is a high priority for cable replacement. To date, this includes areas in the Stanford Research Park, Arastradero Road, and along East Bayshore Road. New areas have been identified, and progress has been made on the development of the project. Projects are in many stages of development to replace underground transformers, cables, vaults, and to install protective devices to improve service reliability. Wood Pole Replacement (EL-19004) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implementing Department Project Phase Project Completion $126,308 $981,760 Utilities N/A Recurring Project Status:annual replacement of deteriorated wood utility CPAU staff and contract consultants continuously work to complete pole replacement designs to remove rotted or deteriorated poles from CPAU electric system. Replacement of poles in conjunction with Grid Modernization is the top priority. Early in the current fiscal year, engineering staff identified 30 wood utility poles for replacement. These poles are now in construction and expected to be completed before the end of FY 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 53 Packet Pg. 1105 of 1165 Fiber Op cs Projects Status as of December 2025 Fiber Op cs Projects Page 1 of 2 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 0 2 0 0 2 Recurring Projects 2 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Fiber Op c Network System Rebuild (FO-16000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $3,733,768 $30,159,107 U li es Design December 2030 Project Status: This project is for the System Capacity Improvement that rebuilds por ons of the "dark" fiber op c network around Palo Alto. In September 2022, Council approved the City’s fiber expansion plan including construc on of a new fiber backbone and a phased buildout of a fiber-to-the-premises network. Staff will be designing and construc ng the new fiber backbone in phases based on areas of conges on, dark fiber customer interest, and strategic opportuni es for fiber-to-the-premises, with a tenta ve comple on of the new fiber backbone by December 2030. Fiber to the Premises (FTTP) (FO-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $2,995,192 $ 16,999,998 U li es Design Winter 2030 Project Status: This project will build Fiber-to-the-Premises (FTTP) to deliver broadband (high-speed internet) for homes and businesses in the City of Palo Alto under a phased approach without debt financing. One of the primary goals of FTTP is to provide a compe vely priced, local, high-speed internet op on which may reduce prices and enhance customer experience from other available internet service providers. A pilot for the FTTP project was developed in collabora on with the grid mod pilot. Comple on of fiber construc on in the pilot area and ac va on of the fiber hut at the Colorado substa on is scheduled to be completed by Q1 2026. Palo Alto Fiber internet service should be available to residents in the pilot area by March 2026. Staff will return to the U li es Advisory Commission and Council with data points, financials, and customer metrics once available from the pilot. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 54 Packet Pg. 1106 of 1165 Fiber Op cs Projects Status as of December 2025 Fiber Op cs Projects Page 2 of 2 RECURRING PROJECTS Fiber Op cs Customer Connec ons (FO-10000) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $123,690 $401,050 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables the installa on of fiber op c infrastructure for new service connec ons. Projects are developed as needed to meet customer requests for leasing fibers on the Dark Fiber system. There were eighteen new external and internal connec on inquiries in FY 2025. Staff are working on mul ple ac vi es to promote and add new dark fiber connec ons such as rate studies, marke ng, reducing delivery me, and increasing capacity. Fiber Op cs Network System Improvements (FO-10001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 41,226 $738,705 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: The original fiber backbone was constructed in mid-1990s. The backbone is reaching the end of its expected life of 30 – 40 years. This project provides maintenance and repair of the exis ng backbone. It also improves reliability and increases capacity within the fiber op c network system un l a new fiber backbone is built under project FO-16000 Fiber Op c Network System Rebuild. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 55 Packet Pg. 1107 of 1165 Gas Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Gas Fund Projects Page 1 of 3 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 0 2 1 0 3 Recurring Projects 4 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Gas Line Repair at Arastradero Creek (GS-25001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $442 $1,000,000 U li es Design Fall 2032 Project 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 an 18” potable water pipeline and 10” 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 and permi ng is expected to finish by fall 2026, with gas u lity reloca on and creek restora on construc on an cipated to start in spring 2027, with water and wastewater u lity reloca on work an cipated to finish in fall 2029. Creek restora on monitoring will also be included in this project for a 5-year period following the creek restora on construc on. Gas Main Replacement Project 25 (GS-15000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $170,459 $16,743,848 U li es Construc on Spring 2027 Project Status: This Gas Main Replacement (GMR) project replaces approximately 26,000 linear feet (which represents 2.3% of the City’s Gas Distribu on System) of leaking, inadequate sized, and structurally deficient gas mains and services located on various streets in the neighborhoods of Community Center, Leland Manor, Midtown, and Palo Verde neighborhoods. Staff iden fied problema c mains and services by researching maintenance and leak histories, analyzing performance of the en re Gas Distribu on System, and considering risk ra ngs of the Distribu on Integrity Management Plan. A federal grant applica on was submi ed in August 2023, and the City was awarded $16.5 million in grant funding for this project. Staff completed the Tier 2 Environmental documenta on to meet federal grant requirements, and the project has been released to Purchasing for solicita on. The project is on track for construc on to begin in winter 2026. Gas Main Replacement Project 26 (GS-16000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 56 Packet Pg. 1108 of 1165 Gas Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Gas Fund Projects Page 2 of 3 $0 $10,521,691 Public Works Design Summer 2028 Project Status: This project replaces approximately 25,000 linear feet (which represents 2.0% of the City's Gas Distribu on System) of leaking, inadequately sized, and structurally deficient gas mains and services located on various streets in the Midtown, Palo Verde, Greenmeadow, and Evergreen Park neighborhoods. Staff iden fies problema c mains/services by researching maintenance and leak histories, analyzing performance of the en re Gas Distribu on System and considering risk ra ngs of the Distribu on Integrity Management Plan. RECURRING PROJECTS Gas Distribu on System Improvements (GS-11002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $219,339 $227,950 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables Gas Distribu on System improvements that include increasing distribu on system capacity for load growth, replacing deteriorated capital facili es, reconfiguring and adding and improving service reliability, and conduc ng research related to performance of the gas distribu on system or its various components making general improvements to the system. The City must con nuously evaluate service reliability needs and make improvements to the system to maintain top level service to City customers and to minimize poten al economic losses due to service interrup ons. In the first half of FY 2026, City crews completed the replacement of various gas services and valve replacements throughout the system. Addi onally, two gas pressure monitoring loca ons were upgraded to fiber. Gas Equipment and Tools (GS-13002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $52,876 $100,000 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project purchases polyethylene (PE) fusion equipment and tools, direc onal boring/loca ng 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 distribu on system and to ensure operators’ safety and produc vity. In the first half of FY 2026, one new push camera reel and monitor were purchased for Opera ons staff to inspect approximately 980 sewer laterals, prior to releasing to a contractor. Gas Meters and Regulators (GS-80019) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $218,340 $743,950 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project provides replacement of the exis ng gas meters and regulators annually. The coordina on of gas meters and regulator replacements with gas meters are iden fied to be replaced under the AMI Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 57 Packet Pg. 1109 of 1165 Gas Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Gas Fund Projects Page 3 of 3 contract, which is generally gas meters that are twenty-five years or older. The gas meter replacement program ensures the accuracy of gas consump on measurement, reduces possible revenue loss due to under-registered gas, and provides customers with accurate monthly bills. Replacement of aged gas meters and regulators is on-going. The next major replacement of meters and regulators will be coordinated with Gas Main Replacement Project 25 (GS-15000) and the Advanced Metering Infrastructure project. Gas System, Customer Connec ons (GS-80017) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $689,561 $319,130 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables the Gas Distribu on System to be extended to provide gas services to new customers and augment service to customers with increased natural gas demands. Improvements include new mains, services, valves, regulators, meters, and accessories to meet changes in exis ng customer service demands and respond to changes in gas service requirements due to new development or redevelopment. This project is funded par ally from reimbursements by customers. City crews completed thirty-three gas service installa ons, eleven gas service repair/reloca ons and seventy-four gas service demoli ons in the first half of FY 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 58 Packet Pg. 1110 of 1165 Stormwater Management Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Stormwater Management Fund Projects Page 1 of 3 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 1 0 4 0 5 Recurring Projects 2 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Center Drive Capacity Upgrades (SD-26001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $2,415,000 Public Works Pre-Design Fall 2027 Project Status: This project will remove and replace approximately 1,710 linear feet of the exis ng storm drainpipes of various sizes (12 and 15 inches) with new 36-inch high-density polyethylene storm drainpipes, and add approximately 330 linear feet of new pipe from Hamilton Avenue to Channing Drive to increase the storm drain capacity. The pipes will con nue to drain to Channing Drive, but this project will provide overflow to the Hamilton Avenue system. The project also includes replacing concrete inlets, manholes, and storm drain laterals, and reloca ng other u lity laterals due to the pipe size changes. The survey data required was obtained in fall 2025. The project design will be done in 2026. Corpora on Way System Upgrades and Pump Sta on (SD-21000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $414,051 $4,146,554 Public Works Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project incorporates a design of a new small pump sta on with a 25 cubic feet per second capacity and upgrades 700 linear feet of pipe to 30-inch diameter High Density Polyethylene pipe. The exis ng system does not have the force needed to discharge storm flows into the Adobe Creek. Adding a pump sta on in advance of the ou all and upsizing the storm pipe will eliminate the rou ne flooding along East Bayshore Road and convey runoff from a 10- year storm event. Staff secured an easement for the pump sta on from adjacent property owners. The consultant completed the design of the project in June 2024. The construc on contract was awarded in spring 2025 and construc on started in June 2025. Work is on track to be completed by the end of fall 2026. Hamilton Avenue System Upgrades (SD-25000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 235,132 $7,714,973 Public Works Construc on Fall 2026 Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 59 Packet Pg. 1111 of 1165 Stormwater Management Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Stormwater Management Fund Projects Page 2 of 3 Project Status: This project adds approximately 3,700 linear feet of new 48-inch high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe and manholes on Hamilton Avenue to increase the capacity of the storm drain system. This project upsizes the storm drainpipes on Hamilton Avenue between Center Drive and Rhodes Drive and discharges runoff into the 96-inch line located at the intersec on of Hamilton Avenue and Rhodes Drive. In addi on, the project will add new infrastructure on the 1500 block Hamilton Avenue to capture runoff that would have other drained into the storm drain system under Channing Avenue. The IFB documents were completed during the second half of FY 2025. The project went out to bid in August 2025, and a construc on contract was awarded in October 2025. Construc on starts January 2026 and is scheduled to be completed by November 2026. West Bayshore Road Pump Sta on (SD-20000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $474,138 $4,177,865 Public Works Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project incorporates the design and construc on of a new small pump sta on with 15 cubic feet per second capacity. Installing a new pump sta on will allow storm flows to be pumped into the Adobe Barron Creek confluence while adding a pump sta on in advance of the ou all would eliminate the rou ne 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 sta on from adjacent property owners. The consultant completed the design of the project in June 2024. The construc on contract was awarded in spring 2025 and construc on started in June 2025. Work is on track to be completed by the end of fall 2026. West Bayshore Road Trunk Line Improvements (SD-23000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $75,930 $4,924,529 Public Works Construc on Summer 2026 Project Status: This project replaces approximately 1,400 linear feet of exis ng 15-inch diameter pipe with 36-inch High Density Polyethylene pipe. These improvements along with the new West Bayshore Road Pump Sta on (SD- 20000) will eliminate the rou ne 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 sta on from adjacent property owners. The consultant completed the design of the project in June 2024. The construc on contract was awarded in spring 2025 and construc on started in June 2025. Work is on track to be completed by the end of fall 2026. RECURRING PROJECTS Green Stormwater Infrastructure (SD-22001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $63,722 $1,239,330 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) and the integra on of GSI features in Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 60 Packet Pg. 1112 of 1165 Stormwater Management Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Stormwater Management Fund Projects Page 3 of 3 the design and implementa on of planned CIP projects supported by other funds. GSI mimics the natural environment to slow, spread, infiltrate, and filter pollutants from stormwater runoff through na ve or engineered soils or other pervious material rather than discharging it directly into the storm drain system, creeks, and the SF Bay. Types of GSI include bioreten on areas, flow-through planters, tree wells, and pervious pavement to manage stormwater runoff. The City released a request for proposals in June 2025 to develop a GSI design for the proposed loca on at Juana Briones Park. The City an cipates entering a contract in January 2026. Storm Drainage System Replacement and Rehabilita on (SD-06101) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $351,102 $1,783,015 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project provides for annual replacement and rehabilita on to maintain the integrity of the storm drain system, including deteriorated storm drain piping, manholes, and storm drain inlets. The rehabilita on includes replacement of broken corrugated metal pipe with High Density Polyethylene pipe. As a result of the December 31, 2022, flood event, the exis ng 12-inch line on Alester Avenue is proposed to be upsized to 36-inch pipe for addi onal storage capacity as part of CIP SD-25000. In 2025, this work was part of Hamilton Avenue System Upgrades project (SD-25000) bid solicita on. The lowest bidder’s fee for the Alester Avenue improvements was significantly higher than the engineer’s es mate and several of the other bids received. As a result, staff decided not to advance the project with the Hamilton Avenue Capacity Upgrade project. Construc on bids will be solicited for this separately in second half of FY 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 61 Packet Pg. 1113 of 1165 Wastewater Collec on Projects Status as of December 2025 Wastewater Collec on Projects Page 1 of 2 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 0 1 1 0 2 Recurring Projects 4 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Sewer Main Inspec on (WC-26001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $1,856,506 U li es Design Fall 2030 Project Status: This project provides for the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Sewer Main Inspec on to iden fy pipe stretches in need of rehabilita on/replacement. The project, together with results of the 2025 Sewer Master Plan, will help priori ze capital improvement projects and pipe stretch spot repairs to cost-effec vely op mize sewer rehabilita on to renew sewer main assets and mi gate the poten al for sanitary sewer overflows. Project is an cipated to go out to bid February 2026. Wastewater Collec on System Rehabilita on Augmenta on Project 32 (WC-20000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $13,797,052 U li es Construc on Summer 2028 Project Status: This project designs and constructs high priority main and lateral replacements, which reduces inflow of rainfall and infiltra on of groundwater into the collec on system. The project will replace approximately 26,400 linear feet (which represents 2 percent of the City’s Wastewater Collec on System) The project will be comprised of laterals iden fied in video inspec on work or through maintenance records as deficient and in need of replacement. Priority will be given to areas iden fied by Public Works as targeted work zones ensuring coordina on between departments. WGW is in the process of priori zing CIP projects and will update the exact loca ons on the June 2026 CIP update report. RECURRING PROJECTS Sewer Lateral/Manhole Rehabilita on and Replacement (WC-99013) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $218,890 $340,540 U li es N/A Recurring Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 62 Packet Pg. 1114 of 1165 Wastewater Collec on Projects Status as of December 2025 Wastewater Collec on Projects Page 2 of 2 Project Status: This project replaces defec ve sewer laterals and cleanouts, to support improved maintenance of the Wastewater Collec on System. Informa on collected during rou ne annual maintenance ac vi es is used to priori ze sewer lateral replacement work. The results of this work will reduce maintenance me, decrease sewage lateral blockages and reduce inflow and infiltra on into the collec on and treatment system. In addi on to third party construc on, the City also replaces sewer laterals. In the first half of FY 2026, twelve sewer lateral replacements were completed by City staff. Sewer System, Customer Connec ons (WC-80020) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $494,236 $120,270 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project installs sewer lateral connec ons and addi ons or extensions of exis ng mains to serve new customers and to respond to changes in sewer requirements due to redevelopment or new development. Old exis ng non-plas c sewer laterals with condi on deficiencies per U li es Opera ons’ criteria are required to be replaced in accordance with the latest 2024 WGW Standards. In the first half of FY 2026, six new lateral connec ons were installed. Wastewater General Equipment and Tools (WC-13002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $25,672 $13,360 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project will procure new general equipment and new tools. In the first half of FY 2026, Lodge Foothills Li Sta on No. 1 pump #2 was replaced and the portable generator was purchased. In the first half of FY 2026, one cross bore inspec on camera and two monitors were procured. Wastewater System Improvements (WC-15002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $329,607 $53,450 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project implements improvements to the Wastewater Collec on System by increasing system capacity for growth, flow monitoring, hydraulic modeling and system analysis, load simula ons, asset management analysis and assessment, system infiltra on analysis and sanitary sewer overflow monitoring and reduc on. Part of this project funds the Sewer Master Plan Study, which is evalua ng the City’s exis ng wastewater collec on system, flows, and flow pa erns to determine system capacity to meet current and future flows and recommend and priori ze capital improvement projects where needed. The consultant contract was approved in November 2023 and work began in December 2023. The project completed calibra ng the collec on system model in fall 2024 and is beginning to run the model to quan fy exis ng system flows and buildout system flows. Project comple on is an cipated in January 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 63 Packet Pg. 1115 of 1165 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Page 1 of 4 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construction Complete Total One Time Projects 1 2 4 0 7 Recurring Projects 2 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Local Advanced Water Purifica on System (WQ-19003) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $2,737,035 $67,138,041 Public Works Construc on Winter 2027 Project Status: This project enables the design and construc on of an Advanced Water Purifica on Facility to further improve the quality of the ter ary-treated recycled water by ultrafiltra on followed by reverse osmosis to reduce the level of total dissolved solids. The water reuse partnership agreement with Valley Water and Mountain View provides $16 million in funding from Valley Water grant funding for a por on of the project costs and a state low- interest loan for the design and construc on phases. Mountain View pays the remainder of the capital costs associated with this project. Staff executed construc on contracts and financial agreements with funding agencies in spring 2025. Construc on began in summer of 2025. Two major milestones were completed in 2025: a new sewer line on Embarcadero Road and a new odor control system were installed to demolish a former soil bed filter and sewer line. With both items completed, the team plans to finish grading and start installa on of piles for the main system structure in spring 2026. Headworks Facility Replacement (WQ-16002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,210,336 $104,779,656 Public Works Pre-Design Fall 2033 Project Status: This project replaces the exis ng two outdated influent pump sta ons and their associated equipment and ancillary systems, including the suc on and discharge piping manifolds, valves, electrical and controls system, screening equipment, grit handling equipment, pumps, electrical load center and generators, flow meters and yard piping. The consultant is currently performing the advanced planning, an cipated to be complete in spring 2026,to finalize the design criteria. At the advanced planning conclusion, either the same or a different consultant will be selected to perform detailed design. Horizontal Levee Pilot (WQ-22001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $231,263 $887,445 Public Works Construc on Winter 2026 Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 64 Packet Pg. 1116 of 1165 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Page 2 of 4 Project Status: This project consists of the design, permi ng, and construc on of a horizontal levee pilot system. The system will u lize treated wastewater to create a transi onal brackish habitat on the Bayside of a future flood control levee located in the Palo Alto Baylands, adjacent to the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP). Informa on and data collected by this pilot system could support broader implementa on of horizontal levees as green infrastructure components in larger flood control levee improvement projects within Palo Alto and beyond. The project completed design, CEQA review, Commission and stakeholder outreach events, created a project webpage, obtained all construc on permits from resource agencies, received a recommenda on from the Parks and Recrea on Commission, and obtained Council approval of the Park Improvement Ordinance as well as a Coopera ve Agreement between project partners. The project started construc on in September 2025 and is currently working on installing the pipeline and in-plant connec ons. The project team con nues to prepare for required monitoring and coordinate future community engagement ac vi es including BioBlitz and King Tide Walks. Joint Intercep ng Sewer Rehabilita on (WQ-24000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $4,116,738 $13,290,181 Public Works Construc on Winter 2026 Project Status: This project will rehabilitate 2,364 linear feet of the 72-inch Joint Intercep ng Sewer (JIS) trunk line leading to the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP). The en re trunk sewer line, constructed in 1972, is approximately 9,000 feet long consis ng of thirteen manholes and three junc on structures. The JIS conveys raw wastewater mainly from the City of Mountain View, City of Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and a por on of Palo Alto, which accounts for more than half of the RWQCP’s influent flows. A construc on contract was awarded, and work began in winter 2024 but faced delays due to unforeseen condi ons and contractor challenges. Construc on resumed in the 2025 dry season. While the major trunk lining work is complete, addi onal efforts were needed to isolate, assess, and repair a cri cal junc on box structure, requiring addi onal temporary bypass rerou ng. Construc on is an cipated to be complete by early 2026. New Laboratory and Environmental Services Building (WQ-14002) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $484,611 $ 16,913,439 Public Works Design Fall 2031 Project Status: The original plan to construct a new laboratory and office building at the Regional Water Quality Control Plant (RWQCP) has been replaced with a lease-based solu on. This change reflects a broader shi toward a campus-wide facili es strategy, which emphasizes flexibility by leasing and poten ally acquiring nearby proper es to meet evolving space needs at the RWQCP. The reloca on will also free up cri cal space on-site for construc on staging and future capital projects. In 2025, City Council approved a 20-year lease for a 13,946 sq. . building at 2470 Embarcadero Way, located directly across from the RWQCP. This building will house the Laboratory and Engineering Groups and includes $6.0 million in tenant improvements funded by this capital project. Staff are currently working with an architect to complete the design of the tenant improvements by spring 2026. Construc on of the tenant improvements is an cipated to be completed by end of 2026. Staff con nue to evaluate op ons for poten ally acquiring nearby proper es to meet long-term workspace planning needs. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 65 Packet Pg. 1117 of 1165 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Page 3 of 4 Ou all Line Construc on (WQ-19000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $17,850,665 Public Works Design Summer 2027 Project Status: This project consists of the construc on of a new parallel ou all pipe to convey final plant effluent to San Francisco Bay. A re-design of the pipeline is needed to accommodate a poten ally future runway shi at Palo Alto Airport. Staff is currently working with the Airport staff and Federal Avia on Administra on (FAA) to gain FAA concurrence for the pipeline construc on and permanent easements on Airport property. The re-design is an cipated to begin in 2026, moving immediately to construc on upon design comple on. Secondary Treatment Upgrades (WQ-19001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $120,079,017 $193,322,308 Public Works Construc on Summer 2028 Project Status: This project upgrades the Secondary Treatment process at the RWQCP. The exis ng Secondary Treatment process has two main components, the Fixed Film Reactors (FFR) and the Ac vated Sludge (AS) Process. This project includes the reconstruc on of the AS process, rehabilita on and reconfigura on of the AS Aera on Basins, the elimina on of the FFRs, addi on of denitrifica on capabili es, and replacement of equipment beyond its useful life. Construc on began in winter 2023 with the comple on of the new nitrifica on/denitrifica on treatment process, and re rement of the FFR’s is expected in summer 2028. Construc on is s ll in progress with much of the underground support infrastructure in place. Reconfigura on of Aera on Basin #4 was completed and is in service. Aera on Basin #3 construc on was completed in fall 2025 and placed into service in winter 2026. RECURRING PROJECTS Plant Master Plan (WQ-10001) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $441,487 $440,000 Public Works N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables the ongoing program management support for major capital projects. Current tasks include developing scopes of work, evalua ng consultant proposals, coordina ng project management ac vi es, pursuing State low-interest loans for mul ple projects, and upda ng partner agreements. The consultant provides support for the projects associated with the Long-Range Facili es Plan (LRFP) update. Plant Repair, Retrofit and Equipment Replacement (WQ-19002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $2,450,678 $7,949,200 Public Works N/A Recurring Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 66 Packet Pg. 1118 of 1165 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Wastewater Treatment Fund Projects Page 4 of 4 Project Status: This project enables the assessment, repair, and retrofit of the RWQCP’s concrete and metal structures; the replacement of necessary equipment and ancillary facili es, including electrical equipment/systems, to maintain treatment reliability and exis ng infrastructure; and the replacement of large diameter flow meters built into the wastewater treatment system on sewers, pipes, and water lines. A construc on contract for Phase 1 of the 12-KV Electrical Loop Upgrade Project was executed in winter 2023 and completed in spring 2025. A construc on contract for Phase 2 of the 12-kV Electrical Loop Upgrade Project was executed in fall 2024 and is scheduled to be completed by fall 2026. The project also supports the Long-Range Facili es Plan Update, including upda ng the Biosolids Facility Plan and evalua ng cost of service alloca on methodologies. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 67 Packet Pg. 1119 of 1165 Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Water Fund Projects Page 1 of 4 PROJECT STATS FY 26 Project Status Pre-Design Design Construc on Complete Total One Time Projects 0 2 1 0 3 Recurring Projects 7 ONE-TIME PROJECTS Water Main Replacement Project 30 (WS-16001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $5,371 $4,470,560 U li es Design Summer 2027 Project Status: This project replaces structurally deficient water mains and appurtenances in Fiscal Year 2027. Mains are selected by researching the maintenance history of the system and iden fying those that are undersized, corroded, and subject to breaks. The project scope includes approximately 2,589 linear feet (which represents 0.2 percent of the City’s Water Distribu on System) of mains and services on various streets within the City, including areas in Duveneck/St. Francis and Evergreen Park neighborhoods. Water Main Replacement Project 31 (WS-19001) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $6,641,796 U li es Design Spring 2028 Project Status: This project replaces structurally deficient water mains and appurtenances in Fiscal Year 2028. Mains are selected by researching the maintenance history of the system and iden fying those that are undersized, corroded, and subject to breaks. The project scope includes approximately 8,000 linear feet (which represents 0.6 percent of the City's Water Distribu on System) of mains and services on various streets within the City. Water Tank Seismic Upgrade and Rehabilita on (WS-09000) Prior Years Actuals Total Project Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $9,952,452 $29,099,691 U li es Construc on Fall 2031 Project Status: This project is for Seismic Water System Upgrades and Rehabilita on of drinking water storage tanks. The project includes rehabilita on and seismic upgrades at the Montebello, Mayfield, Corte Madera, Park, Boronda, and Dahl Reservoirs. Mayfield Reservoir was seismically retrofi ed in 2011, and rehabilita on and seismic upgrades of Boronda and Montebello Reservoirs were completed in 2016 and 2018, respec vely. The new concrete Corte Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 68 Packet Pg. 1120 of 1165 Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Water Fund Projects Page 2 of 4 Madera Reservoir was completed in April 2022. The Park Reservoir and Dahl Reservoir Tanks are scheduled next for retrofit or replacement. An Engineering condi on assessment of Park Reservoir was completed in spring 2023, and Dahl Reservoir will be assessed in 2026. RECURRING PROJECTS Water Distribu on System Improvements (WS-11003) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $154,920 $288,120 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables improvements to water distribu on system deliverability and reliability. Typical ac vi es include installing restraining joints at cri cal pipelines and bridge crossings, increasing the size of inadequate facili es, system leakage surveys, network modeling, and fire flow studies or other system improvements as required. Con nuous evalua on of system needs and making required improvements is necessary to maintain adequate quan es of quality water, mee ng local, state, and federal safe drinking water standards. The Pump Sta on Pain ng project to paint the five foothill pump sta ons was completed in May 2024. A three-year services contract for an annual full system leakage survey of the water distribu on system was solicited in 2025, and the first year of full system leak survey is expected to be completed by 2026. Water, Gas, Wastewater U lity GIS Data (WS-02014) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $ 519,095 $499,160 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables contracts related to U li es GIS (Geographic Informa on System) needs. AME database is heavily u lized by U li es Engineering staff to update the u lity informa on in GIS. The updated informa on is used by various City staff, such as marking/loca ng underground u li es to comply with USA (Underground Service Alert) requirements; developing design drawings for pipeline replacement projects; verifying exis ng underground u li es during construc on ac vi es; crea ng customized u lity map books for field crews and on-call personnel to meet their specific needs. Annual surveying contracts collect GPS points of exis ng above- ground u lity features within CIP project areas. The data being collected con nues to be used to correct the GIS database. Accurate u lity data helps the design to select new pipe alignment to minimize construc on conflicts and provides data for addi onal road feature linework to be corrected in the older GIS/AVEC database via ESRI. A migra on from AME to ArcGIS is planned as the primary pla orm for maintaining and upda ng GIS data, with work scheduled to begin in February 2026 and con nue through December 2026. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 69 Packet Pg. 1121 of 1165 Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Water Fund Projects Page 3 of 4 Water General Equipment Tools (WS-13002) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $0 $46,300 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project acquires new equipment and tools, the replacement of exis ng fusion equipment, and other associated tools. The fusion equipment is used to fuse together pipe joints in the City's water distribu on system. Equipment and tools are required to be upgraded on an annual basis to maintain high quality standards for the installa on of the City's water distribu on mains, along with the associated service standards and worker safety and produc vity measures. New equipment purchases made in the 1st half of FY 2026 include a new clamp-on ultrasonic flow meter, portable transient pressure monitoring device, and a water service tapping machine. Water Meters (WS-80015) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $220,617 $314,090 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project enables the purchasing of meters for new customers, upgrading meters for current customers, installing meter bypasses, and replacing obsolete meters that are no longer repairable. This funding also allows for annual tes ng and calibra on of selected meters to maintain meter accuracy and reliability. During the AMI implementa on process, approximately 90% of the meters will be replaced with a focus on meters more than twenty years old. Staff con nue to test addi onal larger diameter meters. Water Service and Hydrant Replacement (WS-80014) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $207,973 $389,050 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project replaces system control valves, deteriorated galvanized service lines, lead goosenecks, and fire hydrant valves and assemblies per the Fire Department’s flow tes ng, upgrades fire hydrants in main line replacement project areas, replaces damaged fire hydrants, and replaces exis ng undersized or deteriorated copper water services on an as needed basis. Water System Customer Connec ons (WS-80013) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $1,373,706. $907,480 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project allows for improvements that include new main extensions, valves, domes c services, meters on upgraded services, backflow devices, fire services, and fire hydrants. System extensions are required to provide service to new large developments and to serve exis ng customers reques ng expanded service on Development Services projects. A total of 66 water services were installed in the second half of FY 2025. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 70 Packet Pg. 1122 of 1165 Water Fund Projects Status as of December 2025 Water Fund Projects Page 4 of 4 Water System Supply Improvements (WS-11004) Prior Year Actuals Current Year Budget Implemen ng Department Project Phase Project Comple on $743,603 $3,643,622 U li es N/A Recurring Project Status: This project evaluates and improves the City’s water distribu on system on an as-needed basis. This project includes piping modifica ons, equipment replacements associated with water delivery, supervisory control so ware upgrades, system modifica ons for water system quality compliance, condi onal assessment of the reliability of transmission mains, and security system installa ons. The water system includes the connec on facili es between the City’s and the San Francisco Public U lity Commission’s pipelines, water wells within the City’s pumping sta ons, water reservoirs, and pipelines. Item C Attachment A - Semiannual Update on the Status of Capital Improvement Program Projects Item C: Staff Report Pg. 71 Packet Pg. 1123 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date PL-20000 Churchill Avenue Alma Street Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements This project completed the railroad crossing improvement project to enhance safety at the intersection of Churchill Avenue and Alma Street. The design included traffic signal modifications, street lighting improvements, roadway resurfacing, sidewalk realignment, drainage improvements, utility relocations, signage, and striping. After obtaining approval from Caltrain, the traffic system was switched over to new signals in June 2025. Construction was completed in fall 2025. Construction Traffic and Transportation Public Works Fall 2025 $ 8,853,852.00 AC-24000 Lucie Stern Community Theatre Stage Rigging System Refurbishment This project refurbished the most heavily used components of the stage rigging system at the Lucie Stern Community Theatre. The construction contract was approved by Council on June 3, 2024. Work was completed in July 2025 with additional follow up work that occurred in October 2025. Construction Buildings and Facilities Community Services Fall 2025 116,113.00$ PE-15001 New Public Safety Building This project built a new, modern Public Safety Building (PSB) to meet current essential services standards and the future needs of the public safety departments. Construction on the PSB started in March 2021. The project obtained temporary certificate of occupancy at the end of May 2025. The City held a grand opening ceremony in November 2025. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2025 $ 126,700,000.00 PE-17005 Boulware Park Improvements A Park Improvement Ordinance for the improvements was adopted by the City Council in October 2021 and a construction contract began in August 2023. Project construction was completed and opened to the public in spring 2025, pending punch list items. All contract punch list items were completed in December 2025. Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Fall 2025 6,107,473.00$ PG-26000 Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields Turf Replacement The project replaced the synthetic turf at the Stanford Palo Alto Community Playing Fields. The design was completed in fall 2024, and construction began in summer 2025. Work was performed through an approved sole source contract and the turf replacement was completed in December 2025. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Fall 2025 $ 2,707,547.00 GS-14003 Gas Main Replacement Project 24 This project enableds the design and construction to replace approximately 20,100 linear feet (which represents 1.9% of the City's Gas distribution main system) of distribution main and 260 gas services constructed mainly of PVC on various streets within the University Park and Crescent Park neighborhoods. This project was completed in spring 2025. Construction Gas Utilities Spring 2025 11,409,309.00$ CB-17002 Cubberley Field Restroom 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. The construction contract for was completed in spring 2025. Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Spring 2025 1,452,876.00$ AP-23000 Airport Zero Emission Vehicle Fleet Replacement Program This project provided the funding to replace existing support vehicles used by Airport staff with zero emission vehicles. The Airport received delivery of the final new electric truck in fall 2024 which replaced both airport vehicles with electric vehicles. Procurement Airport Airport Summer 2024 $ 377,696.00 PE-24000 Baylands Boardwalk Piling Repair This project provided funding for the identification and implementation of a long-term repair solution to damage caused by aquatic borers to the Lucy Evans Baylands Interpretive Center’s boardwalk pilings. The project received permits from the San Francisco Bay Regional Water Quality Control Board, Bay Conservation and Development Commission, United States Fish and Wildlife Services, and United States Army Corps of Engineers. Project construction was completed in October 2024. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2024 276,461.00$ PG-14002 Cameron Park Improvements 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 were completed in November 2024. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Fall 2024 $ 205,627.00 Ju n e 2 0 2 5 De c e m b e r 2 0 2 4 De c e m b e r 2 0 2 5 1 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 72 Packet Pg. 1124 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date PE-20002 City Facilities Assessment and Record Plan Management System This project provided a complete Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) to renew cost estimates of the deferred maintenance, planned maintenance, capital renewal and electrification costs of city facilities over the next 30 years. A detailed list of buildings for electrification has been analyzed to determine prioritization to help meet SCAP goals. The data has been updated into the City of Palo Alto’s newly customized Infrastructure Management System to provide long range capital planning based on the results of the FCA. The Record Plan Management System is being implemented through TE-13004. The project reached completion in fall 2024. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2024 $ 333,134.00 SD-22000 East Meadow Drive System Upgrades This project added 407 linear feet of new twenty-four inch high density polyethylene (HDPE) to be parallel to the existing thirty-six inch pipe within East Meadow Drive to increase the capacity of the storm drain system. This project included upsizing manholes based on new pipes and reconnecting laterals from private property and catch basins. Project was completed in September 2024. Construction Stormwater Management Public Works Summer 2024 636,405.00$ SD-26000 East Meadow Circle Connection to Adobe Creek Pump Station This project installed 506 linear feet of fifteen-inch pipe and manholes along East Meadow Circle. The upgraded line will eliminate flooding that occurs within East Meadow Circle when the water level within Barron Creek is higher than the flap-gate, and flows are not able to drain into the creek. The new fifteen-inch HDPE line extension allows flows to drain away from Barron Creek and into Adobe Creek, where they can be pumped. The project also included a small bioretention area to treat low flow runoff within East Meadow Circle before discharging into either creek. The project was completed in September 2024. Construction Stormwater Management Public Works Summer 2024 634,016.00$ SD-22002 Trash Capture Device Installation This project included both the design and construction of a large trash capture device (TCD) installed in the planting strip along Embarcadero Road located in front of the Palo Alto Baylands Golf Links parking lot. The TCD was integrated into a thirty-six inch storm pipe to capture trash as small as five millimeters from a section of the storm drain system prior to discharging to the San Francisco Bay. The 189-acre drainage area treated by the TCD consists of 169 acres of commercial and office land use in the City’s jurisdiction and twenty acres in the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) right-of-way. Construction was completed October 1, 2024. Construction Stormwater Management Public Works Fall 2024 818,837.00$ EL-24001 Hanover Substation Improvement This project installed two 12 kV 50 MVA transformers to replace two 4kV transformers that served 1501 Page Mill Road and make all substation improvements necessary to accommodate the installations. Project construction is 100% complete and new Hanover substation transformers and switchgear have been successfully tested and commissioned and released to the Utility Operations group. Final project close out and settlement of Public-Private Partnership Contract between the City and Tesla still remain. Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2024 $ 15,000,000.00 WS-15002 Water Main Replacement Project 29 This project funded the design and replacement of structurally deficient water mains and appurtenances. Mains are selected by researching the maintenance history of the system and identifying those that are undersized, corroded, and/or subject to breaks. The project scope included approximately 7,500 linear feet (which represents 0.6 percent of the City’s Water Distribution System) of mains and services on various streets within the City, including areas in the Evergreen Park and Ventura neighborhoods. The project was completed in September 2024. Construction Water Utilities Fall 2025 9,307,828.00$ OS-24000 Baylands Nature Preserve Entrance Gate This project installed a new automated gate at the Baylands Nature Preserve main entrance. The existing gate was manually opened and closed by staff each day for public access. The scope of work included an electrical transformer, trenching, wiring, and gate automation equipment. The project started June 24, 2024 and reached substantial completion on June 30, 2024. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Spring 2024 132,701.00$ De c e m b e r 2 0 2 4 Ju n e 2 0 2 4 2 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 73 Packet Pg. 1125 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date PE-13011 Charleston Arastradero Corridor Project The Charleston Arastradero Corridor was reconfigured to provide new landscaped median islands, bulb outs, enhanced bike lanes, traffic signal improvements, and new street trees to complement the new lane configurations that were approved for permanent retention. Phase 1 (Arastradero Road between Foothill Expressway to Clemo Avenue), Phase 2 (Charleston Road from Alma Street to Middlefield Road) and Phase 3 (Arastradero Road from Los Palos Avenue to El Camino Real, Charleston Road from El Camino Real to Alma Street and from Middlefield Road to San Antonio Road) have all been completed as of spring 2024. Construction Traffic and Transportation Public Works Spring 2024 $ 20,788,951.00 WC-19001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 31 This project funded the design and construction of high priority main replacement work, which reduces inflow of rainfall and groundwater into the collection system. The project replaced approximately 11,000 linear feet (which represents 1.0 percent of the City's Wastewater Collection System) for El Camino Real from Page Mill Road to Cesano Court, and Page Mill Road from Ramos Way to Ash Street. The project wais comprised of mains identified in video inspection work or through maintenance records as structurally deficient and in need of replacement. The work was in Caltrans (El Camino Real) and the County of Santa Clara (Page Mill Road) right-of-way. Construction was completed May 5, 2024. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Spring 2024 8,635,244.00$ WQ-14003 Primary Sedimentation Tank Rehabilitation This project enabled the design and construction for new protective coatings on each of the four concrete primary sedimentation tanks, with replacement of worn rotating parts and mechanical and electrical equipment. These tanks were installed in 1972 and the recoating project will will extend the concrete life for another thirty years. Substantial completion was achieved on June 1, 2024. Construction Wastewater Treatment Public Works Spring 2024 20,449,644.00$ WS-07000 Water Regulation Station Improvements This project for Water Regulation Station Improvements included seismic upgrades, piping improvements and other various upgrades to increase the structural reliability of two of the City's turnouts with SFPUC. Work under this project includes Seismic Upgrades of California Avenue and Page Mill Road Turnouts. Structural evaluation for restraining the Page Mill turnout and piping was included in the design. The construction was completed in May 2024. Construction Water Utilities Spring 2024 2,960,477.00$ PE-19001 Water, Gas, Wastewater Office Remodel This project incorporated renovations to the Utilities Water Gas Wastewater (WGW) office space at the Municipal Service Center (MSC). The new work area includes a small reception area, a renovated kitchen and printer area, additional offices and cubicles, upgrades to the HVAC system, lighting improvements and fire life safety systems upgrade. Construction was completed in April 2023. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Spring 2023 $ 1,234,354.00 FD-22000 Extrication Tool Replacement This project provided funding for the replacement of all extrication tools for the Fire Department. Extrication tools, also known as "Jaws of Life", are used to rescue victims of car accidents and other emergencies where the victims are trapped in confined spaces. Equipment was purchased in winter 2023 and the project is complete. Procurement Buildings and Facilities Fire Department Winter 2023 298,200.00$ Ju n e 2 0 2 4 Ju n e 2 0 2 3 3 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 74 Packet Pg. 1126 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date WS-14001 Water Main Replacement Project 28 This project has replaced approximately 18,600 linear feet (which represents 1.6% of the City's water distribution system) of mains and 265 services on various streets in the City, including areas in the Duveneck, St. Francis, Barron Park and Charleston Meadows neighborhoods. Construction started in April 2022 and the project was substantially completed in spring 2023. Construction Water Utilities Spring 2023 10,305,619.00$ WC-17001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 30 This project included the design and construction of high priority mains with structural defects that could not be addressed with routine maintenance. The wastewater mains on various streets in the City were replaced with approximately 10,000 linear feet of HDPE sanitary sewer mains and associated laterals in the Ventura, Charleston Meadows, Fair Meadow, and Palo Verde neighborhoods. The project achieved substantial completion in April 2023. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Spring 2023 4,656,777.00$ AP-16000 Airport Apron Reconstruction This project included the design and reconstruction of the Palo Alto Airport apron. The need to reconstruct the aircraft parking apron is critical to airport safety. Construction Phase I was completed in November 2017. Construction Phase II was completed in winter 2020. Construction on Phase III reached substantial completion in June 2023 Construction Airport Airport Spring 2023 41,563,570.00$ PE-21003 Magical Bridge Playground Rubber and Synthetic Turf Resurfacing This project replace rubberized and synthetic turf surfacing in the playground and replace play equipment including swings, climbing net, and playhouse. An IFB was issued in November 2021 and Council awarded a construction contract in spring 2022. Installation of rubberized and synthetic surfacing, replacement of climbing nets and renovation of the playhouse took place in fall 2022. Project was completed in December 2022. Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Fall 2022 857,380.00$ GS-13001 Gas Main Replacement Project 23 This project designed and constructed approximately 21,700 linear feet (which represents 1.9% of the City's Gas distribution main system) of distribution main and 320 gas services constructed mainly of PVC material on various streets within the Midtown, Evergreen Park, Ventura, College Terrace, Charleston Terrace, and Research Park neighborhoods. Construction began in winter 2021and was completed in summer 2022 Construction Gas Utilities Summer 2022 7,951,858.00$ FD-21000 Automated External Defibrillator Replacement This project replaced the entire complement of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) throughout City facilities and emergency response vehicles, which currently totals 93 AEDs. The RFP process was completed in fall 2021. The new AEDs were purchased and deployed in summer 2022. Procurement Buildings and Facilities Fire Department Summer 2022 $ 237,500.00 PF-17000 Municipal Service Center A, B, & C Roof Replacement This project replaced the existing MSC roofs. The existing asphalt and gravel roofs have reached the end of their useful life and needed to be replaced. The new roofs will meet current cool roofing codes to optimize energy efficiency. Construction was completed in November 2022. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2022 2,013,475.00$ De c e m b e r 2 0 2 2 Ju n e 2 0 2 3 4 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 75 Packet Pg. 1127 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date EL-16002 Capacitor Bank Installation 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 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 Utilities Spring 2022 $ 1,050,443 EL-17007 Facility Relocation for Caltrain Modernization Project The Utilities Department removed the overhead lines allowing for the installation of the Overhead Catenary System above the rails for the Caltrain Modernization. This project was completed in spring 2022 Construction Electric Utilities Spring 2022 $ 3,055,472 PE-08001 Rinconada Park Improvement This project upgraded safety, site amenities, playground facilities, a new restroom, irrigation, drainage, and ADA accessibility improvements at Rinconada Park. These improvements were identified in the Rinconada Long Range Plan (LRP). Phase 1 of construction started in August 2021 and construction was completed in spring 2022. Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Spring 2022 $ 4,646,247 EL-14005 Reconfigure Quarry Feeders This project reconfigured the distribution circuits to the substation transformer at Quarry Substation. Design of QR 27 feeder replacement was completed in spring 2021. Construction was completed in December 2021 . Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2021 792,034$ AC-18001 JMZ Renovation This project provided for the relocation of the Junior Museum and Zoo to Cubberley for two years while a new JMZ was being built, tenant improvements to the Cubberley Auditorium and then removal of tenant improvements post-construction. Construction of the new Junior Museum and Zoo started in June 2018 and was completed in late 2021. The new Junior Museum and Zoo was opened to the public on November 12, 2021. Construction Buildings and Facilities Community Services Fall 2021 2,927,870.00$ PE-18002 High and Bryant Street Garages Waterproofing and Repairs This project included a systems analysis and repaired the water proofing system in the High Street and Bryant Street parking garages. Water proofing repairs were completed in the High Street parking garage. Additional funding was added and the contractor completed waterproofing repairs in the subterranean stairwells in the Bryant Street garage in fall 2021. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2021 264,235.00$ PE-11011 Highway 101 Pedestrian Bicycle Overpass Project As part of the 2014 Council Infrastructure Plan, this project designed and constructed a new pedestrian bridge across Highway 101 at Adobe Creek. Council approved a contract with Granite Construction in November 2019. Construction began in January 2020. The project construction completed on November 20, 2021, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a community celebration. Construction Traffic and Transportation Public Works Fall 2021 22,889,453$ Ju n e 2 0 2 2 De c e m b e r 2 0 2 1 5 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 76 Packet Pg. 1128 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date EL-12001 Underground District 46 Charleston This project undergrounded the existing overhead utility systems in the area along the 400 block of West Charleston and El Camino Real. Staff completed cable, equipment installation and 100% of customer service conversions. The construction for the final phase of the project to install two 60 foot tall steel poles and to reconductor the 60 kV sub-transmission lines was completed in the fall 2021. Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2021 $ 3,904,425 OS-18001 Pearson Arastradero Preserve Parking lot Improvement This project improved the Pearson Arastradero Preserve parking lot by improving the base rock surfacing, adding drainage, widening the entrance for safety, and new fencing. This new improvement will allow the overflow parking area to be open year round. The work was completed in May 2021. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Spring 2021 $ 170,300 CB-16001 Cubberley Community Center Master Plan This project developed the master plan for future use of the Cubberley Community Center site by the City and Palo Alto Unified School District.Study Buildings and Facilities Community Services Spring 2021 $ 926,792 CB-19001 Cubberley Building Management Systems This project replaced the Building management System(BMS) controls for the pavilion, Theater, Wing I, and Gyms A and B boiler rooms at the Cubberley Community Center. The project included the installation of control points for each building along with controllers, valve and damper actuators. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Spring 2021 $ 350,000 FD-14002 Fire Ringdown System Replacement This project replaced the current ring down system that provides an audible alert of calls in the fire stations. Ongoing installations started in 2018 and were completed with Fire Station #3.Construction Buildings and Facilities Fire Departent Spring 2021 $ 400,144 PD-14000 Internal Alarm System Replacement The project replaced the citywide internal alarm system. The alarms at City Hall migrated to this new system in FY 2019, but was completed in early 2021.Construction Buildings and Facilities Police Department Winter 2021 $ 77,569 FD-20001 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Air Compressor Replacement This project replaced the central air compressor that provides air for the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) tanks to ensure firefighter safety when entering environments with hazardous air quality. Construction Buildings and Facilities Fire Department Spring 2021 $ 94,500 AP-20000 Airport Electrical Improvements This project replaced the outdated electrical panels for the Palo Alto Airport office rental spaces. Construction was completed in January 2021.Construction Airport Public Works Winter 2021 $ 146,466 PE-18000 New California Avenue Area Parking Garage This project built the California Avenue Area Parking Garage, as part of the 2014 Council Infrastructure Plan. The parking garage has 627 parking spaces with 2 basement levels and 4 above grade floors. The garage features an automated parking space guidance system, EV charging stations, bicycle parking, and motorcycle parking. The garage was opened to the public on December 8, 2020. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2020 $ 50,119,976 PF-14002 Fire Station 1 Improvements This project updated the individual sleeping quarters in the firehouse to address gender issues and privacy concerns. Fire Station #1 was the only fire station in the City that did not have separate bedrooms to accommodate male and female firefighters. This project was completed in fall 2020. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2020 $ 187,064 De c e m b e r 2 0 2 1 Ju n e 2 0 2 1 De c e m b e r 2 0 2 0 6 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 77 Packet Pg. 1129 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date GS-18000 Gas ABS/Tenite Replacement Project This project replaced gas services laterals constructed of Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) or Tenite material on various streets. Council approved funding in June 2019. The project replaced 104 ABS and Tenite gas services. The WQCP ABS gas service is assigned to Utility Operations for replacement and the remaining five ABS gas services will be scheduled for replacement once the five-year moratorium ends on those streets. As of November 2020, this project is complete. Construction Gas Utilities Fall 2020 $ 2,615,100 SD-19000 Loma Verde Avenue Trunk Line Improvements This project replaced 1,750 linear feet of storm drain with 48-inch diameter High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipe and associated catch basins, laterals and manholes. In addition to underground work, additional street restoration and concrete work was completed. Work includes resurfacing one full lane on Loma Verde from the beginning to the end of the project limits, replacement of driveways, sidewalk, and 718 linear feet of curb and gutter. The contract was awarded in June 2020, construction work began in August 2020, and was completed in December 2020. Construction Storm Drain Utilities Fall 2020 $ 2,976,813 WS-19000 Mayfield Reservoir Subgrade and Venting Repair This project is part of the City’s recent Seismic Upgrade and Emergency Water Supply and Storage Projects. The reservoir was drained in 2012 for approximately two years to allow extensive seismic rehabilitation work to be performed and construction of a new pump station. Subsequently hairline cracks were sealed in the reservoir. A geotechnical consultant was hired to evaluate the tank foundation. This study was completed and there were several options identified. Staff has completed the design and construction of the vent screen replacement and crack sealing. Construction Water Utilities Fall 2020 $ 600,000 EL-11010 Underground District 47 Middlefield, Homer, Webster, Addison This project undergrounded the existing overhead distribution system in the area bounded by Middlefield Road, Homer Avenue, Webster Street, and Addison Avenue. Installation of substructures and utility electric system is completed. Where possible, the overhead electric lines were removed and poles cut down to the level of the communication lines. Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2020 $ 3,649,356 WC-16001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 29 This project replaced of 8,972 linear feet of wastewater mains. The sanitary sewer mains, laterals, and manholes to be rehabilitated or replaced in this project are located in the Charleston Meadows neighborhood. Construction started in February 2020 and was suspended for almost 3 months due to COVID-19 County’s Shelter-in-Place Order. The project is complete as of December 2020. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Fall 2020 $ 4,434,839 PF-18000 Parking Lot J Elevator Modernization This project modernized the existing elevators at parking Lot J. The project involves upgrading the interior of the elevators, elevator control interface, call buttons, and meeting current ADA standards. Construction started in April 2019. Project is complete except for the State final inspection on the second car. State is behind because of COVID, but the inspection should be done by the end of July 2020. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Spring 2020 $ 781,324 PE-15003 Fire Station 3 Replacement This project replaced the existing Fire Station at Embarcadero Road and Newell Road with a new structure that meets essential services standards and current program needs. Construction completed in March 2020. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Winter 2020 $ 10,080,258 De c e m b e r 2 0 2 0 Ju n e 2 0 2 0 7 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 78 Packet Pg. 1130 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date WS-08001 Water Reservoir Coating Improvements This project included the recoating of four steel tanks. Work under this project was included in the Seismic Upgrade of four Steel Tanks and the three Turnout Projects. Once construction started, it was found that the Montebello Reservoir was in very poor condition. Due to escalating costs associated with roof replacement, staff decided to complete construction of the Montebello Reservoir and re-evaluate the remaining three tanks for replacement. Construction Water Utilities Spring 2020 $ 2,141,172 WS-13001 Water Main Replacement - Project 27 This project replaced approximately 9,600 linear feet of structurally deficient, aging, or corroded water mains and services along the mains on Sand Hill Road, Oak Creek Drive (5%) and Fulton Avenue. Construction Water Utilities Spring 2020 $ 7,786,998 WC-15001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 28 This project enabled the design and construction of a high priority wastewater main and lateral replacement work to reduce inflow of rainfall and ground water into the collection system. The project replaced or rehabbed a total of 7,655 linear feet of wastewater mains located in the Leland Manor/Garland, Midtown West, and Lower Page Mill/Los Altos Hills areas of the City. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Spring 2020 $ 5,665,897 EL-17003 VA Hospital - Customer Load Requirements This project met the growing electric needs of the VA Hospital. Staff has had numerous discussions with VA Hospital on electric load growth at the hospital and anticipated needs from the utility. Much of the cost is reimbursed to the City by the VA Hospital. Staff has prepared preliminary designs for interim solutions and is awaiting additional information from VA to develop long range plans to meet their future needs. Design Electric Utilities Spring 2020 $ 84,984 EL-04012 Utility Site Security Improvements This project added electronic security systems at utility sites to protect equipment at electric substations, water pumping plants, reservoirs, and gas stations from intrusion and vandalism. Cameras and detection systems have been installed at nine electric substations, three water stations, and one natural gas station to monitor facilities. Construction Electric Utilities Spring 2020 $ 1,644,681 EL-11008 Rebuild Underground District 19 This project rebuilt and replaced the underground electric system in Underground District 19, the area bounded by Forest Avenue, Waverley Street, Addison Avenue, and Alma Street. Construction Electric Utilities Spring 2020 $ 149,023 FD-18000 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Replacement This project replaced Self Contained Breathing Apparatus equipment (SCBA) used by firefighters when entering hazardous conditions when responding to fire and hazardous materials incidents. The SCBA provides breathable air for firefighters when entering environments where the atmosphere is immediately dangerous to life or health. The expected service life for SCBAs is 15 years. Purchase Buildings and Facilities Fire Department Spring 2020 $ 799,999 Ju n e 2 0 2 0 8 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 79 Packet Pg. 1131 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date FD-20000 Cardiac Monitor Replacement This project replaced the entire complement of twenty cardiac monitors in the Department. Along with other tools needed for patient assessment and airway verification, cardiac monitors assess cardiac activity in patients and provide defibrillation and pacing. Purchase Buildings and Facilities Fire Department Spring 2020 $ 850,000 PL-16001 Downtown Mobility and Safety Improvements This project included the construction of curb extensions and the installation of new pedestrian signal heads and traffic signal modifications in 2019 as part of the Upgrade Downtown project.Construction Traffic and Transportation Office of Transportation Fall 2019 $ 1,819,847 FD-20002 Thermal Imaging Cameras Replacement This project replaced the Thermal Imaging Cameras (TICs) on all fire and response vehicles used to help identify the location of victims; assess the source of fires, smoke, and heat; to assist in creating a plan of action. Purchase Buildings and Facilities Fire Department Fall 2019 $ 99,000 WC-11000 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 24 This project addressed areas that were identified in Wastewater Capital Improvement Project 17 (Cleaning and Video Inspection of the Collection System) as needing rehabilitation. This project was combined with Project 25 and 26(WC-12001; WC-13001). Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Fall 2019 $ 3,131,595 WC-13001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 26 This project was combined with Project 24 and 25(WC-11001; WC-12001). All new service laterals were installed from the new sewer main to the new sewer cleanouts located in the City’s right-of- way. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Fall 2019 $ 3,309,998 CB-19000 Cubberley Track and Field Replacement This project replaced the synthetic turf field, installed an all-weather track and a fitness area.Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Fall 2019 $ 1,851,708 PE-14018 Baylands Boardwalk Improvements This project replaced the existing boardwalk with similar alignment and configuration. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Winter 2019 2,123,681$ PE-17009 City Hall Floor 4 Remodel This project improved the Administrative Services Department offices on the fourth floor of City Hall.Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Winter 2019 494,818$ PE-14015 Lucie Stern Buildings Mechanical and Electrical Upgrades This project replaced and upgraded the mechanical, electrical, and fire/life safety systems at Lucie Stern Children’s Theater, Lucie Stern Community Theater, and Lucie Stern Community Center. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Spring 2019 6,142,607$ PL-16000 Quarry Road Improvements and Transit Center Access This project included planning, design and construction of bicycle and pedestrian improvements along Quarry Road.Construction Traffic and Transportation Planning and Community Environment Spring 2019 5,148,378$ EL-17008 Utility Control Center Upgrades This project upgraded the Utility Control Center working environment. Construction Electric Utilities Winter 2019 499,997$ GS-12001 Gas Main Replacement Project 22 This project replaced approximately 23,700 linear feet of gas mains and services along University Avenue and other streets in the Downtown North nieghborhood.Construction Gas Utilities Spring 2019 11,658,997$ WC-12001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation / Augmentation Project 25 This project was combined with Project 24 and 26 (WC-11001; WC-13001) replacing 45,294 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains in university South, Professorville and Old palo Alto neigborhoods.Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Spring 2019 3,211,998$ De c e m b e r 2 0 1 9 June 2020 Ju n e 2 0 1 9 9 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 80 Packet Pg. 1132 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date WQ-14001 Dewatering and Loadout Facility This project provides funding for the design and construction of the sludge dewatering facility and truck loadout to retire existing dewatering and sewage sludge incinerators. Construction Wastewater Treatment Public Works Spring 2019 27,497,551$ WS-12001 Water Main Replacement – Project 26 This project replaced approximately 11,000 linear feet of aging water mains and services which included water main replacement as part of the Upgrade Downtown Project.Construction Water Utilities Spring 2019 7,506,161$ PE-17009 City Hall Floor 5 Remodel This project improved the Planning and Community Environment (PCE) Department offices on the fifth floor of City Hall. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Summer 2018 525,000$ AC-14001 Baylands Nature Interpretive Center Exhibit Improvements This project replaced worn out or non-functioning exhibits at the Baylands Nature Interpretive Center.Construction Buildings and Facilities Community Services Summer 2018 56,000$ PE-17000 Mitchell Park Adobe Creek Bridge Replacement This project replaced the existing bridge over Adobe Creek in Mitchell Park.Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Summer 2018 250,000$ PD-14000 Internal Alarm System Replacement This project replaced the citywide system of panic alarms from various departments and the Council chambers.Construction Buildings and Facilities Police Summer 2018 78,000$ EL-14004 Maybell 1&2 4/12kV Conversion This project converted circuits 1 & 2 at Maybell substation from 4kV to 12kV.Construction Electric Utilities Fall 2018 364,796$ GS-15001 Security at City Gas Receiving Stations This project equiped the City’s four Gas Receiving Stations with video surveillance systems. Construction Gas Utilities Summer 2018 150,000$ SD-13003 Matadero Creek Storm Water Pump Station and Trunk Line Improvements This project upgraded the capacity to the Matadero Creek Storm Water Pump Station, which serves a low-lying 1200-acre area of southeastern Palo Alto. Construction Storm Drain Public Works Summer 2018 6,685,317$ AP-16002 Wildlife Hazard Management Plan The Wildlife hazard Management Plan identified the specific actions the airport will take to mitigate the risk of wildlife strikes on or near the airport.Study Airport Public Works Summer 2018 63,415$ WC-14001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation Augmentation Project 27 This project replaced 16,859 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes on various streets.Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Winter 2018 4,022,455$ PG-15000 Buckeye Creek Hydrology Study This project analyzed flooding conditions and recommended flood control structures and drainage and erosion control solutions for the creek located within Foothills Park. Study Parks and Open Space Public Works Spring 2018 167,741$ PE-17004 CalTrain Corridor Video Management System Installation This project replaced two existing gateway signs in the right-of-way for the California Avenue business district. Construction Streets and Sidewalks Public Works Spring 2018 1,550,000$ Ju n e 2 0 1 9 Ju n e 2 0 1 8 De c e m b e r 2 0 1 8 10 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 81 Packet Pg. 1133 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date PF-16003 Parking Lot Q Elevator Modernization This project modernized the existing elevator at Parking Lot Q.Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2017 170,608$ PE-13003 Parks, Trails, Open Space, and Recreation Master Plan This master plan provided guidance on the recreation and improvement needs for Palo Alto’s parks, trails, open space and recreational programs. Study Parks and Open Space Community Services Fall 2017 627,057$ PE-12003 Rinconada Park Master Plan This project developed a plan for short, medium and long range improvements to the regional park including the consideration of pathways, new restrooms and playgrounds, new landscaping, and revitalization of underutilized areas within the park. Study Parks and Open Space Community Services Fall 2017 541,355$ PE-13012 Structural Assessment of City Bridges The project developed an inventory of all City-owned bridges and culvert structures, condition assessment, cost estimate for rehabilitation, and recommendation for future inspection frequencies, assessment and improvements. Study Buildings and Facilities Public Works Fall 2017 198,529$ WC-11000 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation / Augmentation Project 24 Combined with Project 25 and 26 (WC-12001; WC-13001), this project replaced and/or rehabilitated approximately 42,398 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes, 779 sewer laterals, and 121 sewer manholes. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Fall 2017 3,119,806$ WC-13001 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation / Augmentation Project 26 Combined with Project 25 and 26 (WC-12001; WC-13001), this project replaced and/or rehabilitated approximately 42,398 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes, 779 sewer laterals, and 121 sewer manholes. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Fall 2017 3,361,118$ PG-13003 Golf Reconfiguration and Baylands Athletic Center Improvements This project completed the rehabilitation of the Palo Alto Municipal Golf Course, including a new layout for the course, new prefabricated restroom, new water-saving turf and irrigation system, and rebranded the course as the Baylands Golf Links. Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Fall 2017 13,675,177$ GS-11000 Gas Main Replacement – Project 21 This project combined with GWR 19B & GMR 20 and replaced ABS gas mains and services. Construction Gas Utilities Winter 2017 2,364,937$ WS-11000 Water Main Replacement – Project 25 This project provided installation of approximately 11,869 linear feet of new High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) water mains, 232 new HDPE water services, and 15 new fire hydrants within the City limits. Construction Water Utilities Winter 2017 5,445,069$ WS-15004 Water System Master Plan The 2015 Water System Master Plan identified present capital improvements and replacement rates required to ensure optimal reliability levels of service to the existing distribution and transmission systems. Study Water Utilities Spring 2017 500,000$ WC-10002 Wastewater Collection System Rehabilitation / Augmentation Project 23 Combined with Project 22 (WC-09001). This project replaced and/or rehabilitated approximately 33,497 linear feet of sanitary sewer mains of various sizes, 554 sewer laterals, and 102 sewer manholes. Construction Wastewater Collection Utilities Winter 2017 1,272,289$ EL-10009 Street Light System Street Light System Conversion Project This project converted HPS streetlights to LED and the conversion of approximately 4500 cobrahead streetlight fixtures. Construction Electric Utilities Spring 2017 696,918$ De c e m b e r 2 0 1 7 Ju n e 2 0 1 7 11 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 82 Packet Pg. 1134 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date EL-13006 Sand Hill / Quarry 12kV InterTie This project installed new wire to connect circuits QR-24 and QR-27 in the Sand Hill/Quarry area. Construction Electric Utilities Winter 2017 208,648$ EL-15001 Electric Substation Battery Replacement This project replaced the batteries in all nine of the City's electric substations. Construction Electric Utilities Winter 2017 400,000$ PG-13001 Stanford/Palo Alto Playing Fields Soccer Turf Replacement This project replaced the synthetic turf at the Stanford/Palo Alto Playing Fields. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Fall 2016 1,499,979$ PG-09003 Park Maintenance Shop Remodel This project renovated and remodeled the Parks maintenance shop for safety and efficienciency upgrades.Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Summer 2016 94,419$ PE-12017 City Hall First Floor Renovations This project installed new elevator control panels and replaced the gray-painted panels inside the elevators.Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Summer 2016 3,974,963$ PE-11012 Temporary Main Library This project created a temporary main Library to be used while the new one was being constructed.Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works 156,254$ PE-15029 Baylands Nature Interpretive Center Facility Improvement The project replaced decking, railings, structural framing members, exterior wood flooring, and cabinetry, restroom reconfiguration, and provided Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Spring 2017 889,452$ PE-13008 Bowden Park Improvements This project improved the children’s playground and included park amenity upgrades such as new playground equipment, a new retaining wall, surfacing and pathway upgrades, planting restoration and irrigation renovations, and replaced of damaged wood benches and the playground perimeter fence. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Summer 2016 421,126$ PE-13020 Byxbee Park Trails This project provided trail and site amenities over the remaining area of the landfill cap. Construction Parks and Open Space Public Works Fall 2016 334,607$ PE-17002 City Hall Floor 3 Remodel This project improved the Utilities Department administrative offices on the third floor of City Hall. It included new carpet, wall reconfiguration, a kitchenette, cabinets, paint, soundproofing, office furniture, doors, and associated building systems. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Spring 2017 440,000$ PE-14015 Lucie Stern Buildings Mechanical and Electrical Upgrades – Phase 1 This project replaced and upgraded the mechanical, electrical, and fire/life safety systems at Lucie Stern Children’s Theater, Lucie Stern Community Theater, and Lucie Stern Community Center. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Summer 2016 3,247,248$ PG-12004 Sarah Wallis Park Improvements This project improved site amenities with new concrete pathways, replaced old furnishings, and upgraded landscape with drought tolerant species. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Winter 2017 65,000$ Ju n e 2 0 1 7 12 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 83 Packet Pg. 1135 of 1165 List of Completed Projects CIP #Project Name Project Description Project Type Fund Source Department Season Completed Year Completed Total Project Budget ** CMR Date AP-16003 Airport Perimeter Fence This project replaced the perimeter fencing and gates surrounding the Palo Alto Airport boundaries to prevent unauthorized access to the airport runway in accordance with Federal and State standards. Construction Airport Public Works Spring 2017 2,003,540$ SD-11101 Channing Avenue/Lincoln Avenue Storm Drain Improvements This project installed of 5,800 linear feet of 36-inch to 60-inch diameter storm drain along Channing and Lincoln Avenues over three project phases to increase drainage system capacity. Construction Storm Drain Public Works Winter 2016 7,676,275$ GS-14004 Gas Distribution System Model This project included the development, model installation, testing, documentation, and staff training of a natural gas distribution system model. Study Gas Utilities Summer 2016 149,500$ AC-14000 Art Center Auditorium Audio, Visual and Furnishings This project replaced outdated audio visual equipment and furnishings following the auditorium’s use as a temporary library. Construction Buildings and Facilities Community Services Winter 2016 150,000$ PF-15000 Rinconada Pool Locker Room This project renovated the Rinconada Pool locker room including the changing area, restrooms, and showers in the women's and men's locker rooms. Construction Buildings and Facilities Public Works Winter 2016 464,433$ PE-13016 El Camino Park Restoration This project installed new athletic fields, synthetic turf, field lighting, fencing, a new restroom, scorekeeper booth and storage buildings, an expanded parking lot, new bike and pedestrian pathways, landscaping, benches, and other amenities. Construction Parks and Open Space Community Services Fall 2015 5,611,122$ 591,454,847$ Notes: ** Final Project Actuals may be different from Total Project Budget amounts Grand Total June 2017 De c e m b e r 2 0 1 6 13 Item C Attachment B - Completed One-Time CIP Projects since FY 2016 Item C: Staff Report Pg. 84 Packet Pg. 1136 of 1165 City Council Staff Report From: City Manager Report Type: INFORMATION REPORTS Lead Department: Administrative Services Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Report #:2512-5673 TITLE City of Palo Alto's Energy Risk Management Report for the first half of Fiscal Year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025) CEQA Status – Not a Project RECOMMENDATION This is an informational report, and no City Council action is required. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Staff continues to manage electricity and natural gas purchases in compliance with the City’s Energy Risk Management Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures. During the first half of FY 2026, Staff used fixed-price forward contracts, spot market purchases, diversified supply sources, and counterparty credit monitoring to reduce exposure to market volatility, supply disruptions, and counterparty defaults. As of December 31, 2025, the City’s fixed-price electricity purchases were $1.44 million above market value; however, active monitoring confirms this exposure remains within Energy Risk Management Guidelines. These risk management actions strengthen cost stability, support reliable service delivery, and help protect the City from sudden price increases or replacement power costs. Staff also monitors reserve adequacy, liquidity, Expected Default Frequency, credit ratings, and market conditions to identify emerging risks before they materially affect operations or financial planning. Electric and Gas Supply Operations Reserves remain above FY 2026 minimum guideline levels, providing continued capacity to absorb market, operational, and infrastructure-related pressures. Staff identified no exceptions to the Energy Risk Management Policies, Guidelines, or Procedures during this reporting period. BACKGROUND The purpose of this report is to inform the Council about the status of the City’s energy portfolio and transactions executed with energy suppliers. The City’s Energy Risk Management Policy requires that staff report on a semi-annual basis on: 1) the City’s energy portfolio; 2) the City’s credit and market risk profile; 3) portfolio performance; and 4) other key market and risk information. Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 1137 of 1165 The City’s most recent Energy Risk Management Report covered the second half of FY2024 (January 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024). That report stated there were no exceptions to the City’s Energy Risk Management Policies, Guidelines, or Procedures in the second half of FY2024. Following the issuance of that report, the regular reporting cadence established under the Energy Risk Management Policy was temporarily paused due to staffing transitions.1 To maintain transparency and provide continued oversight during this transition period, staff reports included relevant updates regarding the City’s energy portfolio, market conditions, portfolio performance, and associated credit and market risk exposures, which are described below:2 Fixed-price forward electricity purchases continue to reduce exposure to hourly market volatility by securing future supply at known prices. There were five purchase transactions from NextEra Energy, an approved counterparty with a Master Agreement with the City. These purchases were of minimal credit exposure. Staff proposed the Trolley Battery Energy Storage System project with the counterparty, Aypa Power. Although Aypa did not have a credit rating or an extensive balance sheet, the agreement mitigated credit risk through cash or letter-of-credit collateral and payment terms tied to available capacity. Aypa's collateral requirement was initially $20 million. Once the project begins operating in June 2029, the collateral requirement will be $32 million throughout the term of the agreement. 1 Energy Risk Management Report for the second half of Fiscal Year 2024; March 24, 2025; \Clerk's Office\Staff Reports\City Council\2025\2025-03-24 Mar 24\Staff Report 2411-3789 2 Resolution 10204; Transact Electric Supplies to Meet the City’s Electrical Loads Under Electric Master Agreements, Under Specified Terms and Conditions During Calendar Years 2025 Through 2039, Inclusive; December 16, 2024: \Clerk's Office\Resolutions\2024 (#10142 - 10210)\RESO 10204 Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 1138 of 1165 Resolution 10204 increased the electric Master Agreement transaction cap from $50 million to $75 million because supplier transaction volumes had approached the prior limit and are expected to increase over the next 12 to 15 years. This change improves procurement flexibility while maintaining oversight in accordance with the City’s Energy Risk Management policy. Electricity Supplies Hydroelectricity Fixed-Price Forward Electricity Purchases Gas Supplies Counterparty Credit Risk Electric Forward Mark-to-Market Values Electric and Gas Supply Operations Reserves Adequacy Exceptions to Energy Risk Management Policies, Guidelines, or Procedures ANALYSIS Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 1139 of 1165 revenue as a result of these resources providing these grid stabilization services. 5 5 2022 Sustainability and Climate Action Plan; June 5, 2023; \Clerk's Office\Staff Reports\City Council\2023\Staff Report 2303-1158 Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 1140 of 1165 Hydroelectricity In an average year, the City receives about 40% of its energy via hydroelectricity from the Calaveras project in Calaveras County and the Western project in the Central Valley corridor. The cost of hydroelectricity received from Calaveras and Western is higher in $/MWh than the market value of electricity during on-peak hours. This cost is offset by gains during off-peak hours, which are at no cost to the City. The Calaveras project currently incurs higher costs than the Western project due to debt service related to the facility's construction. Once the debt is retired in 2032, the City is expected to benefit from lower ongoing project costs and improved value relative to prevailing electricity market prices. This will strengthen long-term rate stability and reduce the City’s exposure to market price volatility. Calaveras also provides the City with resource adequacy (RA) capacity and ancillary services (e.g., the ability to regulate energy output when the electric grid needs change), which are critical for load management and continuity of service. The values of RA capacity and ancillary services are not reflected in the mark-to-market calculation. Fixed-Price Forward Electricity Purchases All fixed-priced forward contracts mark-to-market (MTM) values are tracked by City staff. Staff track the value that would be lost due to a counterparty failing to deliver on its Figure 1: Load and supply sources and purchases of electricity supplies for 24 months Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 1141 of 1165 contractual commitments, forcing the City to purchase replacement electricity in the market to reduce the impact of financial risk exposures. 7 7 Palo Alto Municipal Code(PAMC) Section 2.30.340 – Contracts for Wholesale Utility Commodities and Services https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/paloalto/latest/paloalto_ca/0-0-0-61721 Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 1142 of 1165 Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 1143 of 1165 Gas Supplies 9 The City purchases all its forecasted gas needs for the month ahead at a price based on the published monthly spot market index price for that month. Within the month, the City’s gas operator, EDF Trading North America LLC, who is rated Ba1 with a stable outlook by Moody’s Credit Ratings, buys and sells gas to match the City’s daily needs if the actual daily usage is different from the forecasted daily usage. Those daily transactions are made at an average price based on the published daily spot market index. The monthly rate adjustment mechanism helps mitigate the City’s exposure to natural gas price volatility and minimizes counterparty risk exposure for the gas utility. st, 2025, Avangrid Renewables Holdings, Inc. and Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority exceed the City’s maximum recommended EDF threshold. However, because the City does not have any outstanding transactions with these counterparties, there is no current credit exposure that would require an exception to the Energy Risk Management Policy. The policy only applies when the City is entering into or maintaining transactions with a counterparty whose EDF exceeds 9 Natural gas spot market purchases allow the City to procure gas at prevailing market prices, address short-term operational needs, supply imbalances or unanticipated changes in energy demand. Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 1144 of 1165 the recommended limit. . Staff is monitoring Avangrid Renewables Holdings, Inc. and Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority’s EDF on a quarterly basis. Counterparties experiencing minor increases in EDF, such as Powerex, BP, and SENA, will also be monitored by Staff. Staff will continue to report findings to City Council in this semi-annual report. st, 2025, the City’s gas counterparties have maintained credit ratings that exceed City policy and guidelines minimums. Although the counterparties' EDF exceed the City's preferred threshold of 0.8%, staff continue to monitor these counterparties on an as-needed basis and, at a minimum, annually evaluate changes in financial condition, market activity, and overall creditworthiness. Gas counterparties generally have lower operational and financial exposures due to their ability to store gas, access liquid replacement markets, and more readily secure alternative supply arrangements in the event of a counterparty default. In addition, gas markets are typically less volatile and less time- sensitive, reducing the potential impact of supply distribution or contract failure. Table 1: Credit Risk Analysis of Approved Electric Counterparties as of 12/31/2025 Counterparty Name Credit Rating EDF Outlook Ratings Agency Issue Date BP Energy Company Ba1 0.96 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Constellation Energy Generation, LLC Aa2 0.03 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Avangrid Renewables Holdings, Inc. Ba1 1.01 Developing Moodys 12/31/2025 NextEra Energy Baa1 0.64 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 PacifiCorp Baa2 0.15 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Powerex Baa1 0.97 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Shell Energy North America Ba1 0.96 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Turlock Irrigation District AA- Stable Fitch 12/31/2025 Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority B2 3.97 Developing Moodys 12/31/2025 Table 1: Credit Risk Analysis of Approved Gas Counterparties as of 12/31/2025 Counterparty Name Credit Rating EDF Outlook Ratings Agency Issue Date EDF Trading North America Ba1 0.97 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Powerex Baa1 0.97 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Shell Energy North America Ba1 0.96 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 ConocoPhillips Aa2 0.04 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 BP Energy Company Ba1 0.96 Stable Moodys 12/31/2025 Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 1145 of 1165 current counterparty credit exposure. Staff will continue to monitor mark-to-market values, credit ratings, and exposure limits as part of ongoing Energy Risk Management oversight. Reserve Levels for Electric and Gas Table 3: Transactions and Credit Exposure of Counterparties as of 12/31/2025 (in $000's) Counter Party Name Cost of Outstanding Transactions Market Value of Transactions Mark-to- Market (MTM) Supplier Credit Exposure Limit MTM < Credit Limit?Credit Rating SENA (1,785) (1,370) 414 30,000 Yes Ba1 BP (169) (144) 25 20,000 Yes Ba1 NextEra 7,980 6,101 (1,879)15,000 Yes Baa1 Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 1146 of 1165 The Electric Utility’s projected FY 2026 ending reserves total $125.9 million, compared to $127.2 million in FY 2025. Operations Reserves are projected to decrease from $46.6 million to $41.6 million, below the FY 2026 target guideline of $49.6 million, but above the minimum guideline of $33.3 million. Reserve levels continue to reflect financial pressures associated with grid modernization projects, CIP expenditures, infrastructure funding needs, and temporary cash flow demands prior to anticipated bond financing in FY 2027. Staff continues to monitor reserve levels, cash flow impacts, and funding strategies as planned CIP expenditures and infrastructure commitments increase operational funding demands. Staff Table 4: Electric: Projected Reserves for Fiscal Year End 2026 as of December 31, 2025) FY 2025 Actual FY 2026 Projected Starting Reserves Operations Reserves 32,219 46,581 Hydro Stabilization Reserve 17,400 18,767 Electric Special Projects Reserve 22,649 30,149 Capital Reserves 880 880 Electrification Reserve 4,500 2,037 Other 26,229 28,784 Total Starting Reserves 103,877 127,198 Revenues Net Sales 186,620 199,175 Wholesale Revenues 44,275 45,316 Other Revenues and Transfers In 13,181 12,010 Total Revenues 244,076 256,501 Expenses Electric Supply Purchases 115,701 134,879 Operating Expenses 72,394 84,956 Capital Expenses 40,857 35,591 Total Expenses 228,952 255,426 Ending Reserves Operations Reserves 46,581 41,634 Hydro Stabilization Reserve 18,767 18,767 Electric Special Projects Reserve 30,149 31,169 Capital Reserves 880 5,880 Electrification Reserve 2,037 2,037 Other Reserves 28,784 26,373 Total Ending Reserves 127,198 125,860 Operations Reserve Guidelines Minimum Guideline 28,181 33,306 Target Guideline 42,271 49,960 Maximum Guideline 56,361 66,613 Electric Supply and Distribution Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 1147 of 1165 completed a $5.0M transfer from the Supply Operations Reserve to the Distribution Operations Reserve in FY 2025 and is evaluating an additional transfer of up to $5.0M in FY 2026 to support near-term infrastructure and CIP funding needs. While these actions support operational liquidity and service delivery, they also reduce available reserve capacity during periods of wholesale power market volatility, lower-than-forecasted electric sales revenue, or unplanned operational events. Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 1148 of 1165 The Gas Utility’s projected FY 2026 ending reserves total $19.0M, compared to $19.6M in FY 2025. Operations Reserves are projected to increase from $9.9M to $12.1M; however, the FY 2026 balance remains below the target guideline of $14.2M. Reserve levels continue to reflect Table 5: Gas Projected Reserves for Fiscal Year End 2026 as of December 31, 2025) FY 2025 Actual FY 2026 Projected Starting Reserves Operations Reserve 4,257 9,897 Supply Rate Stabilization -- Distribution Rate Stabilization -1,049 CIP Reserve - Cap-and-Invest Reserve 13,568 15,046 Debt-Service Reserve 313 326 Other 14,776 8,281 Total Starting Reserves 32,914 34,599 Revenues Total Revenues 60,176 79,185 Total Revenues 60,176 79,185 Expenses Total Supply Purchases 19,159 22,084 Total Supply and Distribution Operations 17,427 19,231 Debt Service 776 802 CIP Expenses 8,176 19,499 Other 558 573 Total Expenses 46,096 62,189 Transfers General Fund 10,918 9,735 Cap-and-Invest Reserve 1,326 3,068 Other 2,370 1,952 Total Transfers 14,614 14,755 Ending Reserves Operations Reserve 9,897 12,139 Supply Rate Stabilization -- Distribution Rate Stabilization 1,049 2,413 CIP Reserve -- Debt-Service Reserve 326 326 Other 8,281 4,140 Total Ending Reserves 19,553 19,018 Operations Reserve Guidelines Minimum Guideline 8,636 9,443 Target Guideline 12,953 14,164 Maximum Guideline 17,271 18,886 Gas Supply and Distribution Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 13 Packet Pg. 1149 of 1165 financial pressures associated with natural gas market volatility, capital improvement program (CIP) expenditures, and infrastructure funding needs. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW APPROVED BY: Item D Item D Staff Report Item D: Staff Report Pg. 14 Packet Pg. 1150 of 1165 Item No. 3. Page 1 of 2 City Council Supplemental Report From: Lauren Lai, Administrative Services Director Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Item Number: 3 Report #:2606-6464 TITLE PUBLIC HEARING: Adoption of an Ordinance Adopting the Operating and Capital Budgets, Revised Table of Organization, and Municipal Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2027; Adoption of a Resolution Proposing the Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2027 - State Law/ City Charter; Accept the Bi-Annual Actuarial Valuation Report of Palo Alto's Retiree Healthcare and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) as of June 30, 2025 and Approve Annual Actuarially Determined Contribution for Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028; Authorize the City Manager or their Designee to Negotiate and Execute a Memorandum of Understanding and Funding Agreement (or Lease Agreement Amendment) with the Palo Alto Museum to Provide Cost Sharing for Repairs to the Basement and Waterproofing in the Roth Building and Improvements to Heritage Park BACKGROUND The Palo Alto Municipal Code requires the Planning and Transportation Commission to review the City’s capital improvement program, review each project for consistency with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, and submit an annual report to the City Council. The Council considers this report as part of budget adoption process. The Finance Committee unanimously recommended adoption of the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Operating and Capital Budgets at its May 19, 2026 meeting. At the time , the Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) had not yet reviewed the new projects in the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program for each of the projects’ consistency with the City’s 2030 Comprehensive Plan. The PTC reviewed the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program at its May 27, 2026 meeting, and determined that the new projects are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan 2030 policies and programs. The letter attached to this supplemental report includes the PTC’s recommendation to forward this finding to the Finance Committee and City Council. Item 3 Item 3 Supplemental Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 1151 of 1165 Item No. 3. Page 2 of 2 ATTACHMENTS APPROVED BY: Item 3 Item 3 Supplemental Report Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 1152 of 1165 June 3, 2026 Honorable City Council C/O City of Palo Alto 250 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94301 RE: Review of 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Projects The Planning and Transportation Commission (PTC) reviewed the proposed 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs) on Wednesday May 27, 2026. The PTC determined that the new projects included in the 2027-2031 Capital Budget are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan 2030 policies and programs. The PTC recommends forwarding this finding to the Finance Committee and City Council at this time. The motion was made by Vice Chair Kevin Ji and it was seconded by Commissioner Allen Akin. The motion was approved by a vote of 6-0. Respectfully, Bryna Chang, Chair Planning and Transportation Commission Docusign Envelope ID: 9B578808-90FA-817C-81DC-54A50D132816 6/3/2026 Attachment AItem 3 Supplemental Report Attachment A - Planning and Transportation Commission 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan Consistency Letter to the C Item 3: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 1153 of 1165 Item No. 23. Page 1 of 2 City Council Supplemental Report From: Jonathan Lait, Planning and Development Services Director Meeting Date: June 15, 2026 Item Number: 23 Report #:2606-6465 TITLE SECOND READING and Adoption of Temporary Ordinances Implementing Senate Bill (SB) 79, and Introduction and Adoption of Interim Urgency Ordinances Excluding Certain Historic Resource Sites and Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Eligible Sites from Government Code Section 65912.157 and Authorizing Corresponding Zoning Map Updates. CEQA Status: Exempt Under Government Code Section 65912.160(c)(2). RECOMMENDATION This supplemental report transmits updated versions of attachments B and D for Council consideration. ANALYSIS This report transmits updated versions of attachments B and D, which incorporate an additional clarifying provision in the proposed Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District regulations. This revision is intended to confirm that property may develop at the density and residential floor area required under state law. While staff believe the proposed standards are sufficient, the compressed timeline for development of the ordinance did not permit an exhaustive review of standards otherwise applicable in the underlying zoning or analysis of unusual site configurations. To address the potential for unanticipated conflicts between the density and floor area required for the TOD Combining District and other applicable standards, staff have added the following clarifying language to proposed Section 18.14.070, subd. (a): ”(a) The purpose of the TOD Combining District is to implement Senate Bill 79 (2025), California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162. For purposes of this section, definitions in California Government Code section 65912.156 shall apply. It is the intention of the City Council that the TOD Combining District permit development in accordance with the development Item 23 Item 23 Supplemental Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 1 Packet Pg. 1154 of 1165 Item No. 23. Page 2 of 2 standards set forth herein. Therefore, to the extent standards contained elsewhere in this Title 18 necessarily preclude development of the densities and residential floor areas required for a site within the TOD Combining District to qualify under Government Code section 65912.161, subd. (b)(1)(A), such standards shall be applied to allow for development on that site of the densities and residential floor areas set forth in subdivision (c).” This provision would permit the Director of Planning and Development Services, in consultation with the City Attorney, to respond to unanticipated situations without requiring immediate legislative action or jeopardizing the validity of the ordinance more broadly. Pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code section 2.04.270, subd. (c), because this amendment retains the general scope and original intention of the temporary ordinance introduced on June 1, 2026, a new first reading would not be required. ATTACHMENTS Supplemental Attachment A: Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment B) Supplemental Attachment B: Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment D) APPROVED BY: Jonathan Lait, Planning and Development Services Director Item 23 Item 23 Supplemental Report Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 2 Packet Pg. 1155 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay Ordinance No. _____ Temporary Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Adding Section 18.14.070 to the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Create the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District and Excluding from the Effect of Government Code Section 65912.157 Those Properties that Permit Density and Floor Area Ratio at No Less Than 50% of the Standards in the Government Code and Amending the Zoning Map (Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.08.040) The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. On October 10, 2025, the Governor of the State of California signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), which adopted California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162 and requires local agencies, effective July 1, 2026, to permit high density residential development in designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones within one-half mile of certain TOD stops. B. There are three TOD zones in Palo Alto, centered on the Palo Alto, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road Caltrain stations. C. California Government Code section 65912.157 sets forth residential development standards that apply to housing development projects within TOD zones, such as a height of 75 feet, density of 120 dwelling units per acre, and floor area ratio of 3.5 for projects within one-quarter mile of a Caltrain station. D. Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), permits local agencies to exclude certain properties from compliance with Government Code section 65912.157 by adopting an ordinance implementing SB 79, including: a. A site that permits density and residential floor area ratio at no less than 50 percent of the standards specified under Government Code section 65912.157. b. Sites with a historic resource designated as of January 1, 2025, on a local register. E. The City Council desire to adopt an ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, excluding sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.49. F. SB 79 charges the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with promulgating regulations relating to the bill by July 1, 2026. SB 79 further chargers metropolitan planning organizations with creating maps of TOD stops and zones in accordance with HCD guidance. Item 23 Supplemental Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment B) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 3 Packet Pg. 1156 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay G. HCD issued a set of “advisory clarifications on definitions for Metropolitan Planning Organizations” on March 23, 2026. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), the metropolitan planning organization for the San Francisco Bay Area, released preliminary draft maps on April 8, 2026. H. Due to the short time between the issuance of guidance from HCD and MTC and the July 1, 2026 effective date of Government Code section 65912.157, there is insufficient time for the amendments to the zoning map proposed in this ordinance to be presented for review by the Planning and Transportation Commission. I. The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones that the City has not already identified as being suitable locations for higher-density development, allow densities that would create unanticipated strain on public infrastructure and cause additional points of conflict between vehicles and bicycles or pedestrians in the affected areas. Existing infrastructure, including but not limited to water supply for fire suppression, stormwater management to reduce flooding, and wastewater mains will require significant increases in capacity to serve high density development in the TOD zones that may not be fully funded by proposed development under current standards. The rezoning and exclusion actions set forth in this ordinance would reduce these impacts for a temporary period, during which the City may plan for increased demands on infrastructure and transportation resources. Accordingly, pursuant to PAMC section 18.80.090, the City Council adopts this ordinance as a temporary measure to preserve the public health, safety, or welfare. SECTION 2. Section 18.14.070 (Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District) of Chapter 18.14 (Housing Incentives) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby added to read: 18.14.070 Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District (a) Purpose. (b) Applicability. The TOD Combining District shall apply to all sites within a TOD zone, except: (1) sites owned by the City of Palo Alto and (2) sites excluded by ordinance from the effect of Government Code section 65912.157 because they were designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory as of January 1, 2025. It is the intention of the City Council that the TOD Combining District permit development in accordance with the development standards set forth herein. Therefore, to the extent standards contained elsewhere in this Title 18 necessarily preclude development of the densities and residential floor areas required for a site within the TOD Combining District to qualify under Government Code section 65912.161, subd. (b)(1)(A), such standards shall be applied to allow for development on that site of the densities and residential floor areas set forth in subdivision (c). Item 23 Supplemental Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment B) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 4 Packet Pg. 1157 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay (c) Development Standards. Transit-oriented housing development projects may elect to utilize the following development standards in-lieu of the standards set forth in the underlying district. Except as provided herein, the standards in the underlying district shall apply: for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) Pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b)(1), sites subject to the TOD Combining District are hereby temporarily excluded from the application of Item 23 Supplemental Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment B) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 5 Packet Pg. 1158 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 4 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay Government Code section 65912.157. These sites shall be excluded until one year following the adoption of the City’s seventh cycle Housing Element. The Director of Planning and Development Services is hereby authorized and directed to update Section 18.08.040 (the Zoning Map) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to indicate which sites within the TOD zones are and are not covered by Government Code section 65912.157, including sites excluded pursuant to this Ordinance. Item 23 Supplemental Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment B) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 6 Packet Pg. 1159 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 5 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall be effective on the 31st day following its adoption and shall expire on July 1, 2027 unless extended or superseded. INTRODUCED: PASSED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 23 Supplemental Attachment A Temporary Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment B) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 7 Packet Pg. 1160 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 1 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay Ordinance No. _____ Interim Urgency Ordinance of the Council of the City of Palo Alto Adding Section 18.14.070 to the Palo Alto Municipal Code to Create the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District and Excluding from the Effect of Government Code Section 65912.157 Those Properties that Permit Density and Floor Area Ratio at No Less Than 50% of the Standards in the Government Code and Amending the Zoning Map (Palo Alto Municipal Code Section 18.08.040) The Council of the City of Palo Alto ORDAINS as follows: SECTION 1. Findings and Declarations. The City Council finds and declares as follows: A. On October 10, 2025, the Governor of the State of California signed Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), which adopted California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162 and requires local agencies, effective July 1, 2026, to permit high density residential development in designated transit-oriented development (TOD) zones within one-half mile of certain TOD stops. B. There are three TOD zones in Palo Alto, centered on the Palo Alto, California Avenue, and San Antonio Road Caltrain stations. C. California Government Code section 65912.157 sets forth residential development standards that apply to housing development projects within TOD zones, such as a height of 75 feet, density of 120 dwelling units per acre, and floor area ratio of 3.5 for projects within one-quarter mile of a Caltrain station. D. Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), permits local agencies to exclude certain properties from compliance with Government Code section 65912.157 by adopting an ordinance implementing SB 79, including: a. A site that permits density and residential floor area ratio at no less than 50 percent of the standards specified under Government Code section 65912.157. b. Sites with a historic resource designated as of January 1, 2025, on a local register. E. The City Council desire to adopt an ordinance pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, excluding sites designated as local historic resources on the Palo Alto Historic Resources Inventory pursuant to Palo Alto Municipal Code (PAMC) Chapter 16.49. F. SB 79 charges the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) with promulgating regulations relating to the bill by July 1, 2026. SB 79 further chargers metropolitan planning organizations with creating maps of TOD stops and zones in accordance with HCD guidance. Item 23 Supplemental Attachment B Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment D) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 8 Packet Pg. 1161 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 2 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay G. HCD issued a set of “advisory clarifications on definitions for Metropolitan Planning Organizations” on March 23, 2026. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), the metropolitan planning organization for the San Francisco Bay Area, released preliminary draft maps on April 8, 2026. H. Due to the short time between the issuance of guidance from HCD and MTC and the July 1, 2026 effective date of Government Code section 65912.157, there is insufficient time for the amendments to the zoning map proposed in this ordinance to be presented for review by the Planning and Transportation Commission. I. The City Council finds and declares that the implementation of Government Code section 65912.157 on July 1, 2026 will create significant incentive for redevelopment of properties in the TOD zones that the City has not already identified as being suitable locations for higher-density development, allow densities that would create unanticipated strain on public infrastructure and cause additional points of conflict between vehicles and bicycles or pedestrians in the affected areas. Existing infrastructure, including but not limited to water supply for fire suppression, stormwater management to reduce flooding, and wastewater mains will require significant increases in capacity to serve high density development in the TOD zones that may not be fully funded by proposed development under current standards. The rezoning and exclusion actions set forth in this ordinance would reduce these impacts for a temporary period, during which the City may plan for increased demands on infrastructure and transportation resources. Accordingly, pursuant to PAMC sections 18.80.090 and 2.04.270, the City Council adopts this ordinance as a temporary measure and emergency measure to preserve the public health, safety, or welfare. J. Additionally, the City Council finds and declares that the impacts described above present a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare that would be realized by approval of projects under the standards set forth in Government Code section 65912.157. There are no pending project applications that would be impacted by this ordinance and this ordinance would not have the effect of denying any approvals needed for the development of projects containing multifamily housing. Accordingly, for the reasons set forth above, this ordinance is necessary as an interim, urgency measure pursuant to Government Code section 65858 to protect the public health, safety, or welfare. SECTION 2. Section 18.14.070 (Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District) of Chapter 18.14 (Housing Incentives) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code is hereby added to read: 18.14.070 Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Combining District (a) Purpose. The purpose of the TOD Combining District is to implement Senate Bill 79 (2025), California Government Code sections 65912.155 through 65912.162. For purposes of this section, definitions in California Government Code section 65912.156 shall apply. It is the Item 23 Supplemental Attachment B Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment D) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 9 Packet Pg. 1162 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 3 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay intention of the City Council that the TOD Combining District permit development in accordance with the development standards set forth herein. Therefore, to the extent standards contained elsewhere in this Title 18 necessarily preclude development of the densities and residential floor areas required for a site within the TOD Combining District to qualify under Government Code section 65912.161, subd. (b)(1)(A), such standards shall be applied to allow for development on that site of the densities and residential floor areas set forth in subdivision (c). for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) for lot lines abutting a low density residential district (RE, R1, NV-R1, R2, NV-R2, RMD) Item 23 Supplemental Attachment B Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment D) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 10 Packet Pg. 1163 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 4 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay Maximum density None Minimum density Greater of: 30 du/ac or 5 units Maximum site coverage 70% (3) For sites adjacent to a TOD stop, Maximum Residential Floor Area Ratio shall be the greater of 2.25 or the FAR provided in the underlying zone. SECTION 3. Pursuant to Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b)(1), sites subject to the TOD Combining District are hereby temporarily excluded from the application of Government Code section 65912.157. These sites shall be excluded until one year following the adoption of the City’s seventh cycle Housing Element. SECTION 4. The Director of Planning and Development Services is hereby authorized and directed to update Section 18.08.040 (the Zoning Map) of Title 18 (Zoning) of the Palo Alto Municipal Code to indicate which sites within the TOD zones are and are not covered by Government Code section 65912.157, including sites excluded pursuant to this Ordinance. SECTION 5. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional. SECTION 6. The Council finds that the Ordinance is not a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Government Code section 65912.160, subdivision (c)(2), because it makes the City’s zoning code consistent with the provisions of SB 79 as set forth in Government Code section 65912.161, subdivision (b), and by amending the zoning map to indicate which sites are and are not subject to Government Code section 65912.157. // // // // // // // Item 23 Supplemental Attachment B Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment D) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 11 Packet Pg. 1164 of 1165 ***NOT YET APPROVED*** 5 0160153_kb2_20240829_ay SECTION 7. This Ordinance shall be effective upon adoption by a four-fifths vote of City Council members present and shall expire 45 days thereafter unless extended. INTRODUCED and ADOPTED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTENTIONS: ATTEST: ____________________________ ____________________________ City Clerk Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED: ____________________________ ____________________________ Assistant City Attorney City Manager ____________________________ Director of Planning and Development Services Item 23 Supplemental Attachment B Interim Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 50 Percent Option (Attachment D) Item 23: Staff Report Pg. 12 Packet Pg. 1165 of 1165