City of Palo Alto

The City of Palo Alto, in partnership with the Palo Alto Recreation Foundation, and signature event series sponsors including Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, Stanford Research Park, and the Palo Alto Weekly, announced today the launch of Thursday Live on Cal Ave., a free outdoor concert series bringing together local musical talent, themed experiences and community activity to California Avenue. Thursday Live on Cal Ave. is a new music event series of six signature dates, held one Thursday each month from 5 to 8 p.m., spanning May through September, and a special October event set for a Saturday. Thursday Live on Cal Ave. will transform Car Free Cal Ave. into a lively gathering space with popular, local music talent, interactive activities, free giveaways, games and themed programming for all ages. Attendees are encouraged to stay, dine, shop and explore Cal Ave. before and after each event. Not to be missed, is the first event in the Thursday Live series. Coming up on Thursday, May 28 this inaugural event will showcase local favorite the Terun Family Band located at the Ash stage and the El Camino stage talent is local Palo Alto-based community favorite Past Curfew Band. Marcus from Marcus in The Morning on Star 101.3 will be the event’s emcee and host. Planned activities include a high-end luxury car show featuring a dozen cars and coordinated by Auto Vino, a kids zone, and community ribbon-cutting to launch the event series with City officials, community leaders, and more beginning at 6:00 p.m. Hope to see you on Cal Ave.! Learn more and add all dates to your calendar at https://lnkd.in/ebQSjHMg 🎵 #ThursdayLiveonCalAve

NEWS RELEASE: Palo Alto leaders joined regional partners, neighboring agencies and community members today to celebrate the start of construction on the Newell Road Bridge Replacement Project, marking a major milestone in the long-anticipated effort to improve flood protection, transportation safety and resiliency for Palo Alto, East Palo Alto and neighboring communities. Recognizing over 20 years of coordination advancing this project, the celebration brought together representatives from the City of Palo Alto, City of East Palo Alto, Valley Water and Caltrans to mark the start of construction on the approximately $16.12 million project, and the first step in the San Francisquito Creek Reach 2 flood protection project. Connecting the bridge's history with its future, community members gathered for the final public opportunity to view the 1911 Newell Road Bridge before its removal, followed by the unveiling of a new 3D animation that offered a first look at the new bridge design and transformation ahead that will serve the community for generations to come. Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/4dTDZ21

HAPPENING TOMORROW: Join Palo Alto and East Palo Alto City Officials, Caltrans, Valley Water, and other regional partners to recognize the start of construction of the Newell Road Bridge Replacement Project. The event will include remarks by City officials, photo/video opportunities and viewing a new 3D rendering of the new bridge. After years of design, permitting, and community engagement, the advancement of the long-anticipated Newell Road Bridge replacement is a major step forward in regional food protection. The 18-month $16.12 million construction project is funded primarily by the Highway Bridge Program. The Newell Road Bridge construction team has begun mobilizing at the bridge, anticipating bridge work starting on May 18 and creek work starting on June 1, pending permit approvals. The bridge will be closed to vehicles with access continuing for bikes and pedestrians on Monday, May 18 and closed completely on Friday, May 22. Learn more and save the date at www.paloalto.gov/Newell

When do emergency crews use lights and sirens? 🚨 Hear from PAFD in this quick FAQ. Follow along throughout the week to celebrate EMS Week and learn more about the #PAFD team! #PaloAlto #EMSWeek #PAFD

City Manager Ed Shikada shares brief updates at each Council meeting, highlighting details about upcoming events, City services, and City Council discussions planned. This week, he shared updates on the public comment period for Palo Alto’s prohousing designation application, the start of construction and upcoming closures for the Newell Road Bridge Replacement Project, an annual vegetation clearing project to support the Foothills Fire Management Plan and evacuation route safety, the upcoming Bryant Street Community Center grand opening, and Palo Alto Pride celebration. Read the update: https://bit.ly/49VO8Zy

The City of Palo Alto is hiring! From our roots as the "Birthplace of Silicon Valley" to our modern-day status as a hub for tech, culture and sustainability, Palo Alto is a unique city with a full array of services and robust community amenities. Join our dedicated staff and become a part of the team that works to advance our community every day. Apply online: www.paloalto.gov/careers Some of our current job openings include: Custodial Assistant Electric Heavy Equipment Operator Police Officer Public Safety Dispatcher Substructure Cement Finisher Utilities Maintenance Mechanic - Welding Utility Installer Repairer Assistant Water Utility Project Engineer

The Newell Road Bridge construction team has begun mobilizing at the bridge, anticipating work starting on Monday, May 18 on the bridge and work in the creek starting on June 1, pending permit approvals. The bridge will be closed to vehicles with access continuing for bikes and pedestrians on Monday, May 18 and closed completely on Friday, May 22. Join Palo Alto and East Palo Alto City Officials, Caltrans, Valley Water, regional partners and residents on Thursday, May 21 as we mark a major milestone - the start of construction on the Newell Road Bridge Replacement Project. View a 3D rendering of the new bridge, hear from City officials and regional partners about the collaboration and more. www.paloalto.gov/newell

This EMS Week, we’re proud to share a behind-the-scenes look at a ride-along with the Palo Alto Fire Department! From emergency response to compassionate care, our EMS professionals show up every day with skill and commitment when our community needs them most. Thank you to all EMS workers for the work you do. Follow along throughout the week to learn more about the PAFD team! #EMSWeek #PAFD #PaloAlto

Summer in Palo Alto is packed with community traditions and new ways to make memories under the sun. From the return of Family Movie Nights and the always-popular Twilight Concert Series to the sizzling excitement of the 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Read our guide to discover ways you can connect, cool off, and soak up summer in Palo Alto. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3RfLibu

Today is the final day of Bike to Wherever Days! This week, community members across Palo Alto and the Bay Area swapped car trips for bike rides and celebrated sustainable transportation. Even City Manager Ed Shikada joined in on the ride! There's still time to participate. Enjoy the beautiful weather today and take a ride around Palo Alto. Energizer Stations are still open throughout the day. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4tFKdax