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Email from City Manager's Office Palo Alto community news, announcements, and events View as Webpage   What's New Storm Report: More Rain Expected Friday & Sunday State of the City: Tuesday, March 18 @ Rivian Strength in Community: Community Resources Upcoming Cubberley Community Conversations: March 19, June 12 & September 17 Hazardous Materials Response Notifications Weekly City Manager Updates: March 10 Citywide Updates Storm Report: More Rain Expected Friday & Sunday Per the National Weather Service, two more rounds of storms are anticipated on Friday and Sunday, with a break on Saturday. Expect high surf, possible thunderstorms, and cold temperatures. Community impacts could include periods of heavy rain, water ponding in roadways, and elevated creek levels. Visit cityofpaloalto.org/stormupdate for more updates and ways to report community issues including using PaloAlto311. State of the City: Tuesday, March 18 @ Rivian Join this year's State of the City, where Mayor Lauing will share a look at the year ahead. The State of the City will take place at Rivian Automotive – Palo Alto Campus, 607 Hansen Way on Tuesday, March 18 at 6 p.m. with a reception to follow. Register to attend in person at www.cityofpaloalto.org/StateoftheCity or watch the live stream on the City’s YouTube Channel. Strength in Community: Community Resources Project Safety Net and its coalition partners, including the City of Palo Alto issued a letter to the community following last week's tragedy offering ways to support one another during these challenging times. Read our latest update for resources to support you, youth, and community members experiencing loss and grief. Upcoming Cubberley Community Conversations: March 19, June 12 & September 17 The future of Cubberley is taking shape, and your voice is essential in the conversation. As the City of Palo Alto explores opportunities to reimagine this important community space, we invite the community to share ideas and stay engaged. The first Community Meeting to advance the Master Planning effort is happening on Wednesday, March 19 and will be focused on Vision, Programming, & Placemaking. Save the date for future community discussions on Thursday, June 12 and Wednesday, September 17. All meetings will take place at 6 p.m. and are located at the Cubberley Pavilion. Follow along by signing up for updates directly to your email inbox and bookmark the project website. Palo Alto Fire Department Hazardous Materials Response Notifications Following the October 2024 hazardous materials incident, the City evaluated reporting procedures and implemented changes such as a new central location for future Palo Alto Fire Department Hazardous Materials response notifications and ability to sign-up for email updates as incident details are available. Learn more at cityofpaloalto.org/hazmatnotices. Weekly City Manager Updates: March 10 City Manager Ed Shikada shares brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting events, City services, and Council discussions planned. Catch up on the latest City issues and news through our Palo Alto Connect Medium.com series. In this week’s updates, he shares details about our commitment to promoting youth mental health, wellbeing, resiliency, and suicide prevention acknowledging this challenging time and train crossing safety enhancements planned. He also noted storm impacts, and details about this year's State of the City Address. Be Well Community Health, Save Time, Save Money, Go Electric: Embrace community health by taking the first step towards a cleaner community and improved indoor air quality by going electric. New tools available by a click of a button help you save time and money, mapping out how to reduce your carbon footprint by replacing gas appliances with electric alternatives. Dig into the Benefits of Gardening: Gardening offers numerous mental and physical benefits, making it a powerful tool for overall wellness. Studies have shown that regular gardening can reduce stress, improve mood, and provide a sense of accomplishment. Learn how to choose the right tree for your landscape, tree watering techniques and the benefits for graywater, and how to care for young trees during an online webinar on Wednesday, March 19 at 6 p.m. Recipe of the Week: Cuddle up with a warm bowl of this easy Carrot Ginger Soup recipe for chilly evenings ahead. Making more than you need? Avoid food waste by freezing leftovers for up to 3-6 months and enjoy this healthy treat later on! 🥕 Family Resources Upcoming Nightwork Anticipated at the Alma/Churchill Railroad Crossing: In preparation for the upcoming traffic signal switchover to the new system, new poles will be installed in the Caltrain right of way. Due to Caltrain restrictions, night work is scheduled on Saturday, March 15, midnight – 7 a.m. Traffic will be maintained in both directions; expect delays. Free Income Tax Preparation: Tax-Aid will provide free income tax return preparation to qualified individuals who earned $67,000 or less on Saturdays March 15 and March 29 starting at 10 a.m. at the Mitchell Park Library. This service is drop-in, first come, first served and the last file will be accepted no later than 2 p.m. More information, including what documents to bring, can be found here. An Afternoon of Music: Enjoy the Aris Quartet’s program of classical music on Saturday, March 15 at 3 p.m. at the Palo Alto Art Center Auditorium. Take in some swing and jazz music with Musicians in Residence: Nathan’s Fearless Five on Saturday, March 15 at 4 p.m. and the third Saturday of every month at Rinconada Library. Nowruz Festivities: Celebrate spring’s arrival and the new year holiday as celebrated in Iran and various parts of Central Asia. Join the Nowruz New Year Celebration with a special storytime, arts and crafts, and performances on Sunday, March 16 at 2 p.m. at the Mitchell Park Community Center. Experience Persian, Tajik, and Afghan dance at 13 Days of Nowruz on Sunday, March 30 at 2:30 p.m. at the Mitchell Park Bowl. Learn about the holiday’s traditions and read about springtime and Persian culture with this guide. 3rdThursday on California Avenue: Enjoy an exhibit of student art displayed in local businesses, live music, crafts, and giveaways at the year-round monthly outdoor festival on Thursday, March 20 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. celebrating this month’s theme, “Youth Views Art in Windows." Calendar & Careers Join the Conversation & Connect Nowruz New Year Celebration March 16 @ 2 p.m. State of the City March 18 @ 6 p.m. Cubberley Community Meeting March 19 @ 6 p.m. 3rdThursday on Cal Ave. March 20 @ 6 p.m. Stress Management at the Drop! March 21 @ 4 p.m. Talking Textile and Technology: A Panel Discussion March 22 @ 3 p.m. Pattern and Code: A Workshop with Artist Ahree Lee March 23 @ 11 a.m. View all community events on the City Calendar. Find your Next Career with Us! Art Center Education Fellowship Camp Site Director Facility Attendant Management Analyst Public Safety Dispatcher Senior Chemist Senior Librarian (Youth Services) Senior Resource Planner Stormwater Inspector Summer Camp Counselor Summer Intern Find these jobs and more at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/Careers. As seen on Instagram ... City Manager's Office | 250 Hamilton Ave 7th Floor | Palo Alto, CA 94301 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice