#palo-alto-city-council

[ follow ]
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
11 hours ago

Tired of frivolous' landmark attempts, Berkeley council members want to raise bar for petitions

Berkeley City Council is considering raising the petition signature threshold for landmark designation to address concerns over blocking housing development.
#data-centers
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Man speaking against data center arrested at Imperial County board meeting as tensions flare nationwide

High-tech data center controversy leads to arrest of a protester at a county meeting in Imperial County.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Man speaking against data center arrested at Imperial County board meeting as tensions flare nationwide

High-tech data center controversy leads to arrest of a protester at a county meeting in Imperial County.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Contract dispute delays Homekey Palo Alto opening - San Jose Spotlight

The Homekey project at 1237 San Antonio Road has been in the works since fall 2023, when city and state leaders touted its importance in addressing the local and regional housing crisis.
Mission District
SF politics
from48 hills
5 hours ago

What the new Chakrabarti poll really shows - 48 hills

Saikat Chakrabarti's internal poll shows him in second place, but its accuracy is questionable due to sampling biases and language limitations.
#palo-alto
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
20 hours ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
California
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Palo Alto planning to raise utility rates $174/month over five years

Palo Alto plans to raise utility rates by $174 per month over five years, with significant increases in gas, electricity, water, and sewer rates.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Palo Alto plans for thousands of new residents in the south part of town

Palo Alto plans to add 3,900 to 7,000 new homes in the San Antonio Road area, along with parks and retail.
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
20 hours ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
California
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Palo Alto planning to raise utility rates $174/month over five years

Palo Alto plans to raise utility rates by $174 per month over five years, with significant increases in gas, electricity, water, and sewer rates.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Palo Alto plans for thousands of new residents in the south part of town

Palo Alto plans to add 3,900 to 7,000 new homes in the San Antonio Road area, along with parks and retail.
#mountain-view
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 hours ago

Mountain View to replace downtown parking lot with hotel - San Jose Spotlight

A developer is set to transform two downtown parking lots into a hotel and office development, potentially generating significant revenue for the city.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
LA real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 hours ago

Mountain View to replace downtown parking lot with hotel - San Jose Spotlight

A developer is set to transform two downtown parking lots into a hotel and office development, potentially generating significant revenue for the city.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Mountain View could allow public drinking in downtown - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View plans to create an entertainment zone for open alcohol consumption during city events, starting with the World Cup this summer.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
10 hours ago

San Jose residents rally to save railroad trestle - San Jose Spotlight

"San Jose was an agricultural wonderland. They called it the Valley of Heart's Delight, and most of it has been paved over and turned into high tech now. But this is a connection to our past."
California
Media industry
from48 hills
4 hours ago

Screen Grabs: In the trenches of democracy with Amy Goodman - 48 hills

The future of credible news reporting is threatened by various factors, including corporate media mergers, AI, and hostility towards the press.
US politics
fromWIRED
18 hours ago

Silicon Valley Is Spending Millions to Stop One of Its Own

Alex Bores, a former Palantir employee, advocates for strict AI regulations, facing opposition from Silicon Valley's elite as he runs for Congress.
Healthcare
fromSan Jose Inside
1 hour ago

CA Legislative and Labor Leaders Support a Billionaire Tax and Legislative Efforts To Tax The Rich

California progressives aim to raise taxes on corporations and billionaires to offset federal Medi-Cal funding cuts, despite concerns about the state's structural deficit.
#artificial-intelligence
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
20 hours ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 hours ago

Ethics Commission Fines Homelessness Influencer Over State Violations - Portland Mercury

Kevin Dahlgren violated state ethics law while working in homeless services, resulting in a $3,000 penalty for personal gain from client purchases.
#san-francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago
San Francisco

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago
Mission District

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Community battles to save San Francisco's beloved family block-party program 'Sunday Streets'

San Francisco's budget shortfall threatens the funding of the popular 'Sunday Streets' program, prompting community fundraising efforts.
Mission District
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

Why I'm Running for District 8 Supervisor - San Francisco Bay Times

San Francisco fosters community and resilience, providing support for individuals seeking new beginnings and collective strength to overcome challenges.
#ai
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
NYC startup
fromsfist.com
11 hours ago

New Boutique in SF's Cow Hollow Is Completely Run by AI, Which Manages Human Staff

An AI agent successfully launched a retail store but failed to schedule staff for opening day.
Privacy professionals
fromKqed
7 hours ago

What Is the Point of California's Privacy Laws if Big Tech Ignores Them? | KQED

Google's non-compliance with the Global Privacy Control opt-out signal is evident in network traffic.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
Skiing
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

New Hill Bomb Event Pops Up on Telegraph Hill, Lots of Cops Show Up

A new skateboard hill-bomb event occurred on Montgomery Street, inspired by past events, but was not city-sanctioned and had more police than participants.
New York City
fromThe Haitian Times
1 day ago

With 100 days in office, how is Mayor Zohran Mamdani doing?

Mayor Zohran Mamdani has made progress on key promises but faces significant challenges in governance and public approval.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

District 8 Supervisor Race Calls for Leadership Grounded in Public Service - San Francisco Bay Times

Leadership in District 8 focuses on community connection, housing stability, and public safety to improve lives and honor the legacy of queer life.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Op-ed: San Jose must act as "Slavery Towers" workers wait for protection - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's failure to enforce worker protections has led to ongoing issues of labor trafficking and wage theft in construction.
#trump
Left-wing politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Silicon Valley lawmakers want Trump removed under 25th Amendment - San Jose Spotlight

Trump's threats against Iran were followed by a ceasefire, prompting calls for his removal under the 25th Amendment from Silicon Valley lawmakers.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
16 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
16 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
#3d-printing
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
9 hours ago

Vision I-980: architects and engineers compete to design the future of the highway

Architecture and engineering firms must submit proposals for the Vision I-980 project, focusing on redesigning the I-980 highway.
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Eric Swalwell's Former Chief of Staff Says He Rightfully Has No One Working for Him Anymore'

Swalwell has faced a wave of accusations from women that he sent explicit messages, including unsolicited nude photos and videos, plus more serious allegations from a former staffer who says he sexually assaulted her while she was intoxicated.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog California
1 day ago

OpEd: Separating Substance from False Solutions, E-bike and E-moto Activity in Sacramento - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1167 has received the most favorable press, based on the understanding that the e-bike problem is actually an e-moto problem. The ruckus and ER visits are not caused by pedal-assist class 1 and 3 e-bikes, but by throttle devices that often fail to cut off at 20 mph, leading to safety concerns.
Alternative transportation
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Advocates Reject Zenith Energy Investigation in Letter Delivered to Mayor's Office - Portland Mercury

Local environmental advocates express frustration with Mayor Wilson for not revoking Zenith Energy's land use credentials despite alleged violations.
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 day ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
5 days ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Greens launch local election campaign with focus on housing

Green Party leader Zack Polanski criticizes the government for failing to build affordable housing and calls for rent controls in London.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
6 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Gale Brewer

Gale Brewer focuses on affordable housing, public safety, and community services to improve constituents' daily lives in New York City.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
6 days ago

Promoting Civic Friendship: The Transformative Power of Public Spaces

The neighborhood in Lisbon faces challenges due to population growth, infrastructure strain, and a need for community-driven solutions like SAAL.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

What's next for SF's Presidio Trust after Pres. Trump fired all 6 board members?

The Presidio Trust faces uncertainty after President Trump removed all board members, raising concerns about the future of the national park.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Is Matt Mahan's campaign for California governor losing steam? - San Jose Spotlight

Mahan has raised $12 million so far from Silicon Valley elites such as Google co-founder Sergey Brin, Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale and YCombinator CEO Garry Tan - who have all maxed out their legally-allowed contributions at $78,400 each.
Silicon Valley real estate
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

San Pedro residents fight plans to put an addiction recovery center in their neighborhood

Residents support sobriety treatment but oppose a proposed recovery facility in San Pedro due to its proximity to schools and past negative experiences.
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Magical Bridge spurs lawsuit

The entrapment was so severe that emergency responders, including fire department personnel, had to use forcible methods including hatchets to pry the carousel components to free (Odette's) hand.
Portland
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Will a new state law put teeth into S.F. supe Dorsey's plan to fund only drug-free homeless housing?

Matt Dorsey aims to create drug-free supportive housing for people in recovery, reflecting his sincere commitment to addressing addiction issues.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
SF politics
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
3 days ago

President Mandelman Plans to Remain in Public Service After His Term Ends - San Francisco Bay Times

Rafael Mandelman endorses Manny Yekutiel for District 8 Supervisor while considering a future run for State Assembly.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Palo Alto school board picks acting superintendent

Palo Alto school board appointed HR Director Herb Espiritu as acting superintendent, the district's third superintendent in one month.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Divided San Jose council approves police housing preference - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Police Department personnel will receive priority in a new housing program, despite criticism regarding fairness to other city workers.
London politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

Campbell council picks new vice mayor after restaurant incident - San Jose Spotlight

Councilmember Anne Bybee appointed as vice mayor after Elliot Scozzola removed due to inappropriate behavior at a local restaurant.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Palo Alto prepares to go big on housing around San Antonio Road - San Jose Spotlight

San Antonio area is undergoing transformation with new mid-rise housing projects and relaxed building standards to encourage denser development.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Sunnyvale joins other cities in approving ICE-free zones - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale City Council prohibits ICE from using city property for civil enforcement, aiming to protect immigrant communities.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Cupertino council declines to reconsider housing project - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino officials rejected a request to reconsider an affordable housing project amid a lawsuit claiming rushed approvals and environmental review bypass.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 weeks ago

Is your Oakland City Council member showing up? On the podcast

City Hall reporters Eli Wolfe and Natalie Orenstein tracked every Oakland City Council vote in 2025 - all 138 of them at full council meetings, plus 519 more at committee meetings - to find out how your representative is doing the most basic part of the job.
East Bay (California)
East Bay real estate
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Spurred by neighbors, City Council limits Palo Alto Commons expansion - San Jose Spotlight

Palo Alto City Council approved seven additional homes for Palo Alto Commons assisted living facility, down from the developer's request of eleven, after years of resident opposition over parking, privacy, and sunlight concerns.
Law
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Palo Alto City Council announces pick for City Attorney

Palo Alto City Council will formally appoint Chris Jensen as city attorney on March 16, with a base salary of $380,000 and start date of March 30.
Mission District
fromKqed
5 days ago

Cambrian Park Plaza, A Beloved San Jose Strip Mall, Awaits a New Future | KQED

Cambrian Park Plaza is a unique shopping area with a rich history, currently facing redevelopment.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Cupertino to poll residents on potential tax increase - San Jose Spotlight

Cupertino officials are polling residents on raising the utility users tax from 2.4% to 4.8% to address budget pressures, including increased sheriff services costs.
#san-jose-city-council
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

San Jose District 7 candidates square off at public forum - San Jose Spotlight

Candidates for San Jose City Council District 7 emphasize public safety, homelessness, and quality of life, with differing views on the district's needs.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Palo Alto approves 'mission critical' objectives for coming year - San Jose Spotlight

Palo Alto City Council approved 42 measurable goals for 2026, including neighborhood planning, consultant policies, bike infrastructure, and railroad safety measures.
Environment
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Palo Alto doubles down to meet climate goals - San Jose Spotlight

Palo Alto will electrify homes, buildings, and vehicles and expand community communications to reach an 80% greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2030.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Rifts emerge in San Jose budget talks - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose City Council approved the mayor's budget message with an 8-3 vote, rejecting additional proposals to address affordability, homelessness prevention, and blight reduction amid a $56 million deficit.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Sunnyvale swears in new vice mayor

It's been a pleasure working with you for the past three years you've shown compassion, you've shown an effort to make our community a little bit better, said Sunnyvale Mayor Larry Klein to Mehlinger at Tuesday's meeting. I look forward to the partnership.
US politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Palo Alto RV parking enforcement up, residents still unhappy - San Jose Spotlight

The committee is exploring a parking permit pilot program and a regional convention to address the issue. The permit program would set aside certain streets throughout the city as places where oversized vehicles could park overnight, excluding residential zones. The committee discussed eligibility requirements for permit seekers and a requirement that participants be good neighbors and actively seek permanent housing.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Letters: Fight over gate raises questions of government service

The current issue is whether Fremont controls the road that the Alameda County Board of Supervisors ceded to Christopher George, who has now blocked access with a gate. But it is part of a longer battle that has included the board considering George's request for the land after his company donated $10,000 to Supervisor David Haubert's campaign. The board granted his request ostensibly to save maintenance costs, but at the expense of constituents who have used that section of road recreationally for decades.
US politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Palo Alto council vows to prioritize 'efficiency' in 2026 - San Jose Spotlight

The City Council direction, now led by Mayor Vicki Veenker and Vice Mayor Greer Stone, marks a departure from previous agenda-setting retreats by replacing broader ideals with concrete topics. With Manhattan Beach Council member Amy Howorth serving as a facilitator for the meeting, which took place at the Mitchell Park Library, the council worked to clarify the terms "values," "priorities" and "objectives" before voting on its priorities for the year.
California
#municipal-budget-planning
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Cubberley hits council's priority list

In contrast to previous years, the Palo Alto City Council has set at least one very specific priority for 2026: find funding to acquire and renovate Cubberley Community Center. Cubberley was one of four priorities council approved for 2026 during its annual retreat at Mitchell Park Community Center on Saturday. The other three are: government efficiency; achieve near-term housing priority milestones; and enhance business vibrancy.
California
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Santa Clara County looks to consolidate independent boards - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County is consolidating control over independent agencies and public land by replacing appointed boards with county-managed governance to improve oversight and long-term planning.
[ Load more ]