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SISTER CITY GROVE
WHEREAS, the City of Palo Alto established its first Sister City partnership in 1963, beginning a long
tradition of international friendship, cultural exchange, and cooperation; and
WHEREAS, in the decades since, Palo Alto has expanded its international relationships to include eight Sister
Cities, established the first Sibling City relationship in the United States, and, most recently, entered into a
Friendship City relationship in Kenya; and
WHEREAS, these partnerships connect Palo Alto with communities across Asia, the Pacific, North America,
Europe, and Africa, fostering global friendships and greater cross-cultural understanding; and
WHEREAS, through educational, cultural, civic, and personal exchanges, these relationships have brought
people together across borders and created lasting bonds between Palo Alto and communities around the world;
and
WHEREAS, Palo Alto, whose name means “tall tree,” has long recognized trees as an important part of our
community’s identity, culture, natural beauty, and commitment to environmental stewardship; and
WHEREAS, trees provide a fitting and enduring symbol of these international relationships, representing
growth, strength, connection, and friendships that deepen over time; and
WHEREAS, the City of Palo Alto desires to honor its relationships with cities around the world through the
dedication of a grove of trees celebrating these enduring connections;
NOW, THEREFORE I, Vicki Veenker, Mayor of the City of Palo Alto, do hereby recognize Sister City
Grove in acknowledgement of Palo Alto’s longstanding commitment to international friendship, cross-cultural
understanding, and meaningful relationships with communities around the world.
Presented: September 25, 2026
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Vicki Veenker
Mayor
Proclamation