Weekly City Manager Updates: April 6, 2026

Published on April 07, 2026

City Manager Ed Shikada shares brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, and City Council discussions planned. His comments are summarized through our Palo Alto Connect Medium.com series to catch up on City issues and gain the latest news. This week, he shared updates on Palo Alto Earth Day Festival, upcoming teen events and support, how to apply to the Youth Climate Advisory Board, and spring home upgrade opportunities.

Note: City Manager Ed Shikada did not deliver these comments at the April 6 City Council meeting; they were included in the agenda packet and are also posted in this blog.

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