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 September 16, 2025
Each week, City Manager Ed Shikada shares brief updates on City news, events, and upcoming Council discussions planned.
This week, we celebrated the Children's Library reopening and the Public Safety Building received a Structures Award. Plus, reminders were shared for upcoming engagement such as the Cubberley Community Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 6 - 8 p.m., and community events like Pancakes in the Park, Coastal Clean-Up, and the Community Health Fair.
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