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City of Palo Alto - Public Agency As the birthplace of Silicon Valley, we cultivate an exciting mix of tradition and innovation. Let's share ideas. http://www.PaloAlto.gov

Welcome to the official City of Palo Alto page! You’ll find the latest Palo Alto news, tips and events here. We want to learn from you and encourage lots of idea sharing. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley (south of San Francisco and north of San Jose) Palo Alto is home to global tech and business leaders, exciting startups, Stanford University and an engaged, educated residential community.

08/28/2026

CELEBRATING COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS: As we close out Wellness Month, gain senior service resources and make community connections through arty activities and events. Acknowledge the Public Safety Building through a flag raising followed by refreshments. Celebrate the Horizontal Levee Pilot Project completion. September events offer ways to come together, engage, create and have fun. Apply by Wednesday to volunteer on a City board, commission or committee. Plus, emergency preparedness trainings, simple sustainability habits with a big impact, new teen wellness center, special storytimes, meet and greet local first responders, take a public art walking tour and enjoy a heart healthy turkey tostada recipe of the week. All this and more in Uplift Local: https://conta.cc/4zJcf94

Say hello to September with a month full of ways to connect, explore, and have fun in Palo Alto. From community gatherin...
08/27/2026

Say hello to September with a month full of ways to connect, explore, and have fun in Palo Alto. From community gatherings to recreation, learning, and seasonal celebrations, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include the Horizontal Levee Pilot Project Completion Celebration, Community Emergency Response Team training, the Public Safety Building flag raising, Palo Alto Airport Day, Thursday Live on Cal Ave., the Great Glass Pumpkin Patch, and many more opportunities to learn, create, and celebrate with neighbors! Read the roundup: https://bit.ly/3UbJVw9

City Manager Ed Shikada shares brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City s...
08/27/2026

City Manager Ed Shikada shares brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, and City Council discussions planned. This week, he shared that the Public Safety Building is now operational, upcoming JED partnership initiative conversations, fall CERT training starts September 1, recruitment for 5 board, commissions and committees and the invitation to the horizontal levee pilot project completion celebration. Read the update: https://bit.ly/4gYNMo3

800 heat pump water heater installations through City programs. One exciting milestone for Palo Alto!We want to thank ou...
08/24/2026

800 heat pump water heater installations through City programs. One exciting milestone for Palo Alto!

We want to thank our community for taking action and helping us work towards sustaining the future of Palo Alto. Every action helps move our community closer to our goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80%.

Right now, you can receive an additional $500 discount on eligible heat pump water heater projects through October 31, 2026.

Learn more at paloalto.gov/WaterHeaterDiscount. Thank you for helping us sustain the future of Palo Alto! If you've made the switch, tell in the comments your favorite thing about the heat pump water heater

The City of Palo Alto is hiring! From our roots as the "Birthplace of Silicon Valley" to our modern-day status as a hub ...
08/24/2026

The City of Palo Alto is hiring! From our roots as the "Birthplace of Silicon Valley" to our modern-day status as a hub for tech, culture and sustainability, Palo Alto is a unique city with a full array of services and robust community amenities. Join our dedicated staff and become a part of the team that works to advance our community every day.

Apply online: www.paloalto.gov/careers

Some of our current job openings include:
Cubberley Theatre Lighting Technician
General Laborer
Field Services Inspector
Police Officer
Public Safety Dispatcher
Senior SAP Solution Architect
Single Role EMT & Paramedic
Utilities Development Services Engineer
Utility Safety Officer
Water Quality Plant Manager of Maintenance Operations

Palo Alto and regional leaders, community members, and community groups are invited to the Palo Alto Horizontal Levee Pi...
08/23/2026

Palo Alto and regional leaders, community members, and community groups are invited to the Palo Alto Horizontal Levee Pilot Project Completion Celebration.

Join the Palo Alto Mayor, Palo Alto City Officials and Regional partners including San Fransciso Estuary Partnership, Association of Bay Area Governments, California State Coastal Conservancy, US Environmental Protection Agency and research and community educational partners including United States Geological Survey (USGS), California State University Channel Islands, and University of California Davis and community partners Save the Bay, Nuestra Casa, Association for Ramaytush Ohlone, and Environmental Volunteers to mark the completion of the Palo Alto Horizontal Levee Pilot Project.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/45IzfaH

The next Thursday Live on Cal Ave. is August 27, 5 – 8 p.m. bringing free outdoor concerts together, themed experiences ...
08/23/2026

The next Thursday Live on Cal Ave. is August 27, 5 – 8 p.m. bringing free outdoor concerts together, themed experiences and community activity to California Avenue. Celebrate the season with an evening of live music, movement, recreation, wellness activities, and community connection in Palo Alto. Enjoy performances by Ren Geisick and Her Band and Midnight Rounds, a scavenger hunt, family-friendly games, Mahjong tables for beginners and experienced players, nonprofit resource tables, chalk art, and special giveaways. Learn more at www.paloalto.gov/ThursdayLive.

We are celebrating our chick with a special Flamingo Chick Storytime, presented by the Palo Alto City Library! Enjoy fla...
08/22/2026

We are celebrating our chick with a special Flamingo Chick Storytime, presented by the Palo Alto City Library! Enjoy flamingo-themed stories, songs, and see the animals that make our zoo so special. Afterwards, see our flamingo chick up close at our flamingo feeding at 3 p.m.!

Junior Museum & Zoo admission is required for this event. Learn more at https://www.paloaltozoo.org/Visit/Events/Flamingo-Chick-Storytime

With blue skies and sunshine ahead, the weekend is perfect for a trip to our local farmer’s markets. If you live close, ...
08/22/2026

With blue skies and sunshine ahead, the weekend is perfect for a trip to our local farmer’s markets. If you live close, consider walking or biking, and don’t forget to bring reuseable bags! Shopping local is a simple way to support small businesses and protect our environment. It’s a great time to enjoy the sunshine and pick up ingredients for the week.

Palo Alto farmers markets include: Downtown Palo Alto Farmers Market on Saturday mornings and the California Avenue Farmers Market on Sunday mornings.

When planning for an emergency, make sure your pets are included in your household’s plan. Think about how you would eva...
08/21/2026

When planning for an emergency, make sure your pets are included in your household’s plan. Think about how you would evacuate them, where you could stay together and what they would need if you had to leave home for several days. Having your own plan will help you and your pets leave safely if an emergency occurs. This new community update shares resources to help you plan, pack, practice and stay informed. https://bit.ly/4zrAys0

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