The Palo Alto Community Survey is a feedback tool that helps the City Council and City staff understand community perspectives on current services and programs, as well as unmet needs and priorities. The survey was initially sent via mail on August 13 to a random sample population of resident households. On September 15, the survey opens citywide.
Published on August 27, 2021
Vote by mail ballots for the September 14, 2021 California Governor Recall Election have been mailed out. There's a quick and easy drop off box in front of City Hall (250 Hamilton Avenue) to the right of the front doors.
If you didn't receive your mail ballot or aren't registered to vote, there's still time! The last day to register to vote is August 30, 2021. The last day to request a Vote By Mail Ballot Replacement is September 7, 2021.
You can register to vote online, learn more about California election deadlines, and track your ballot.
For more information and details about the election including more drop off locations and vote by mail, go the County's Registrar of Voter's Election page.
Last day to register to vote: August 30, 2021.
If you have changed your name or political affiliation, you must re-register to vote.
More information about registering to vote.
You have several options to return your ballot.