Meeting
CITY COUNCIL
Special Meeting

Monday, March 13, 2023
Council Chambers & Hybrid
5:00 PM

AMENDED AGENDA
Amended Agenda Items Appear Below In Red
 
Pursuant to AB 361 Palo Alto City Council meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or attend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The meeting will be broadcast on Cable TV Channel 26, live on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen Media Center https://midpenmedia.org.

VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION  CLICK HERE TO JOIN   (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/362027238)   
Meeting ID: 362 027 238    Phone:1(669)900-6833

 
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an amount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes after the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to [email protected] and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your subject line.

PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only by email to [email protected] at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received, the  Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not accepted.

TIME ESTIMATES
Listed times are estimates only and are subject to change at any time, including while the meeting is in progress. The Council reserves the right to use more or less time on any item, to change the order of items and/or to continue items to another meeting. Particular items may be heard before or after the time estimated on the agenda. This may occur in order to best manage the time at a meeting or to adapt to the participation of the public.
 
CALL TO ORDER
 
STUDY SESSION (5:00 - 6:30 pm) (6:30 - 7:30 PM)
 
1.
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Update and Study Session (Continued from February 13, 2023)
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
 
PUBLIC COMMENT (7:30 - 7:50 PM)
 
CONSENT CALENDAR (7:50 - 8:00 PM)
 
4.
SECOND READING: Parks and Recreation Commission Recommendation to Adopt an Ordinance Amending PAMC Section 22.04.220 to Regulate Electric Bicycles and Electric Coasting Devices in Parks and Open Spaces. Public Comments
5.
Adopt an Ordinance Adding an On-Demand Transit Fare Fee to the FY 2023 Municipal Fee Schedule – CEQA Status – Not a Project. Public Comment
AA1.
Approval of the Office of the City Auditor FY2023 Task Orders
 
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS (8:00 - 8:15 PM)
 
ACTION ITEMS (8:15 - 10:30 PM & 10:30 PM)
 
6.
Provide Direction on Permanent Parklet Program Regulations and Proposed Ordinance and Approval of Budget Amendments in the General Fund, CEQA status – categorically exempt (15301 and 15304(e)). Public Comments
AA2.
Review Revised list of Applicants for open Board and Commission Openings on the Historic Resources Board, Human Relations Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning and Transportation Commission, Utilities Advisory Commission and provide direction for interviews and appointments. Public Comment
COUNCIL MEMBER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
ADJOURNMENT
 
AMENDED AGENDA ITEMS
 
AA1.
Approval of the Office of the City Auditor FY2023 Task Orders NEW ITEM
AA2.
Review Revised list of Applicants for open Board and Commission Openings on the Historic Resources Board, Human Relations Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning and Transportation Commission, Utilities Advisory Commission and provide direction for interviews and appointments. NEW ITEM
 

PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to hybrid meetings via email, in person, teleconference, or by phone.

1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to  [email protected].

2. In person public comments please complete a speaker request card located on the table at the entrance to the Council Chambers, and deliver it to the City Clerk prior to discussion of the item.

3. Spoken public comments using a computer or smart phone will be accepted through the teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom-based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.

  • You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in- browser. If using your browser, make sure you are using a current, up-to-date browser: Chrome 30 , Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in older browsers including Internet Explorer. Or download the Zoom application onto your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID below

  • You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you that it is your turn to speak.

  • When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they are called to speak.

  • When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted.

  • A timer will be shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.

4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.

Click to Join    Zoom Meeting ID: 362-027-238   Phone: 1(669)900-6833

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT (ADA)
Persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids or services in using City facilities, services or programs or who would like information on the City’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, may contact (650) 329-2550 (Voice) 48 hours or more in advance.