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Email from City Manager's Office Palo Alto community news, announcements, and events View as Webpage   What's New January Events to Ring in 2025 2025 Council Priorities Survey: Deadline Monday, January 6 Planning & Transportation Commission Recruitment Connect with Us Citywide Updates January Events to Ring in 2025 The start of the new year is the perfect time to explore, connect, and try something new! From decluttering workshops to teen events, a Day of Service in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations, the City has a packed calendar of events for all interests this January. 2025 Council Priorities Survey: Deadline Monday, January 6 Each year, the City Council reviews its priorities for the year at its annual Council Retreat. A Council priority is defined as a topic that will receive significant attention during the year. 2024 Council priorities were: Climate Change & Natural Environment-Protection & Adaptation, Community Health, Safety, Wellness & Belonging, Economic Development & Transition, and Housing for Social & Economic Balance. An online survey is available to share feedback on what priorities you would like to see the City Council adopt for 2025. Survey closes at noon on January 6. Planning & Transportation Commission Recruitment The City is recruiting for three positions on the Planning & Transportation Commission (PTC). This commission plays a vital role on key topics such as land use, transportation programs, zoning, the Comprehensive Plan, and more. Learn more and apply for the PTC by Wednesday, January 15 at www.cityofpaloalto.org/PTC. Connect with Us Be connected and stay informed this year. Consider following the City of Palo Alto on your social media platform of choice. Sign up for emergency alerts. Interested in certain topics and projects? Digital newsletters are a great way to get the latest on Housing, Sustainability, Transportation and more. Track the Community Engagement web page to find ways to engage, share input, and attend an upcoming meeting. We look forward to connecting more in the coming year, visit www.cityofpaloalto.org/Connect for more ways to stay connected. Be Well Goodbye Holidays, Hello Self Care: With the winter holiday season winding down, find a curated list of resources to help you start the new year on your best foot forward. Add a New Hobby to Increase Your Happiness: While many of us are setting goals and thinking about the year to come, consider starting a new hobby to support your happiness and well-being. Some ideas include: walks in Palo Alto parks and nature preserves, writing and journalling, meditation, and volunteering to support local efforts. Recipe of the Week: Get warm and cozy with this delicious turmeric and coconut fish curry filled with warming spices and anti-inflammatory benefits. Plus, use our recipes of the week to start a new cooking hobby this year. Have a recipe you love? Share it with us by responding to this email or news@cityofpaloalto.org. Family Resources The Healthy Home Blueprint - Decluttering for Health and Harmony: Start the New Year by creating a healthy home. Learn about removing items that don’t serve you at this Mitchell Park Library workshop on Saturday, January 4 at 11 a.m. 2D Animation – Digital Drawing: Kids and teens can join a crash course on the basics of 2D animation and get a chance to experiment with apps to create art. Bring a tablet with a stylus to join in this program on Sunday, January 5 at 2 p.m. at Mitchell Park Library. Join a Book Club: Read more and make friends in 2025! The Palo Alto Pageturners meets the second Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Rinconada Library. The Graphic Novel Book Club meets the second Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at Mitchell Park Library. The Brown Bag Book Club meets virtually the second Tuesday of every month at 12 p.m. The YA Reads for Adults Book Club meets the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:45 p.m. at Rinconada Library. Friday Night at the Art Center: Celebrate the Art Center's winter exhibition "Cut from the Same Cloth: Textile & Technology" with the artists on Friday, January 24. Plus, enjoy specialty cocktails and hands-on artmaking from 6 - 8 p.m. Upcoming Library Closures: Rinconada Library will be closed on Monday, January 6 and Mitchell Park Library will be closed on Monday, January 13 for maintenance. View all library hours and locations here. Calendar & Careers Join the Conversation & Connect The Healthy Home Blueprint: Decluttering for Health and Harmony January 4 @ 10 a.m. Rental Registry Program: Property Owner Workshop January 8 @ 4 p.m. Year of Letters January 8 @ 4:30 p.m. Palo Alto Pageturners January 9 @ 6:30 p.m. Library Lunar New Year January 11 @ 2:30 p.m. 3rd Thursday on Cal Ave January 18 @ 6 p.m. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service January 20 @ 1 p.m. View all community events on the City Calendar. Find your Next Career with Us! Electrical Assistant Engineer Environmental Services Program Assistant Finance Manager IT Project Manager Senior Resource Planner for Water Supply & Water Rates Utilities Electric Engineering Estimator Warehouse Supervisor Water Quality Control Plant Operator Watershed Protection Program Assistant Zero Waste Coordinator Find these jobs and more at www.CityofPaloAlto.org/Careers. As seen on Instagram ... 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