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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
The parade route has been expanded! If you're in the Downtown #PaloAlto area, come help celebrate the @StanfordWBB champs starting in front of City Hall at 2:35 pm or along their route: -Hamilton & Waverley -Waverley & Lytton -Lytton & High -High & University #GoStanford
@GoStanford
Stanford Cardinal 🌲🤓
3 years
‼️ Welcome the CHAMPS back on campus ‼️ Join us today at 2 p.m. for a socially-distanced parade around campus to celebrate @StanfordWBB ’s NCAA title. All the details 👇 #GoStanford
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Thank you to everyone for joining civic and community leaders in honoring the memory of George Floyd. There were powerful stories shared today at the community protest. Keep the conversation going by speaking out about bias and racism. The City of Palo Alto is listening.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Congratulations to #PaloAlto native @adrianfine who will serve as mayor in 2020. His personal priorities are housing, transportation & economic vitality.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Help us thank our first @PaloAltoFire responders and #PaloAlto City teams that are working on the frontlines providing essential services during this #COVID19 health emergency. Follow along each day this week and retweet these #MomentofGratitude posts that make you #PaloAltoProud
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
FIRE STATUS: At 6 pm @CAL_FIRE & @SCCgov , @sanmateoco issued an evacuation warning due to thunderstorms, lightning & winds that could start fires/fuel existing wildfires. Evacuation warning includes select areas of #PaloAlto , west of 280 (PA Hills). More:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Smoke is moving into Palo Alto & surrounding communities from multiple large fires burning in Santa Cruz County & a major fire burning in San Mateo County. We recommend that you call 9-1-1 if you see fire or if there is an emergency. There is no fire in Palo Alto currently. [1/2]
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
A #MomentofGratitude for our Public Safety Dispatchers, Records team, & other staff still on the frontlines making sure help is on their way. Their professionalism & calm demeanor make us #PaloAltoProud . They will be there 24/7 to answer your emergency and non-emergency calls.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Let's hear it for our #PaloAlto rangers and park crews keeping the open space trails clear and maintaining the natural environment for you during #COVID19 . You make us #PaloAltoProud . #MomentofGratitude
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
JUST IN: #PaloAlto ends curfew, as of 5 a.m. today, June 4. Read the full news release here:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
A beautiful double rainbow in #PaloAlto today after the #PaloAltoStorm passed.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
6 years
#PaloAlto & @VMware will explore developing a microgrid that could advance renewable energy efforts. Read more about the announcement made today: #CommunityPowered
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Today, we thank our officers from @PaloAltoPolice and @paloaltoAC for responding to calls for help during this health emergency and educating the public as we shelter in place. Follow along each day this week and retweet these #MomentofGratitude posts that make #PaloAltoProud
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Today’s #MomentofGratitude is for @GreenWastePA drivers & other essential employees who are continuing to keep our streets and homes clean and safe by picking up our garbage, treating our wastewater and much more during the #COVID19 outbreak. You make us #PaloAltoProud !
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Tomorrow’s community protest and march at King Plaza starts at 12 p.m. with several community leaders coming together to honor the memory of George Floyd. Plan accordingly due to possible traffic delays and road closures. #PaloAlto
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
#PaloAlto Police Chief Burns to retire after 3 decades of dedicated service. Thank you Chief for protecting & serving our citizens.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PALO ALTO! Did you know on this day 126 years ago, Palo Alto became a city? One of our 7 year old residents, a boy named Leo, put his best wishes in his window today. Thank you Leo!
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
It’s open! The Highway 101 Pedestrian / Bike Bridge is now open! Enjoy the views, the overcrossing, the Palo Alto Baylands, and so much more!
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
A majority of the Council voted Monday to open Foothills Park to the general public on December 17, continue cap of 1,000 persons at one time & ensure that residents have first access to reservations for Towle Campground, Oak Grove Picnic Area. More:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Join civic leaders & local officials in honoring the memory of George Floyd at King Plaza, City Hall today for a community protest and march at 12. Streets adjacent to the King Plaza are closed so attendees may practice social distancing and demonstrate safely.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
Look who arrived in Palo Alto today! Zara Rutherford is a 19-year-old who is on route to becoming the youngest woman to fly solo around the world. Follow her journey at . Thanks for stopping by the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley,” @fly_zolo ! #FlyZolo
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Yes, you are seeing double. We have twin Ballot Drop Boxes at City Hall thanks to @sccvote . Anticipating large voter turnout, they dropped off another Ballot Drop Box. Voting is made even easier this year with so many ways to get out to vote. Learn more:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
@PaloAltoPolice @PaloAltoFire @PAUtilities Update: Thanks to crews for their work clearing the tree. Page Mill Road is now open in both directions, though one eastbound lane remains closed. Please proceed with caution.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
JUST IN: @CALFIRE lifts evacuation warnings in #PaloAlto . Please be aware if you live in the #PaloAlto Foothills area, conditions can quickly change in any fire incident. Take precautions for this & ongoing poor air quality:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
6 years
Double vision in #PaloAlto tonight as a double rainbow shines through the off and on rain clouds we've seen all day.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
The Summer Streets closure kicks off on Univ. Ave on Friday, 6/26-6/28 for the public to enjoy street dining & retail, then returns 7/3-8/2. Univ. Ave reopens 6/29 while the #BLM mural goes up on Hamilton Ave. Get more details at:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
FIRE STATUS: There are no active wildfires in #PaloAlto & no active threats to PA hills due to regional wildfires. @NWSBayArea Red Flag Warning will continue thru Monday 5 p.m. Anticipate thunderstorms, lightning, winds. For the full August 23 Fire Status:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
When the sunsets in #PaloAlto tonight, it will mark an end to the last full day of summer 2017. Fall begins Friday at 1:02 p.m.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
The City announced today the launch of a Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT), in partnership with Santa Clara County, becoming the second law enforcement agency and first city in the County to change its service delivery.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: All lanes of El Camino Real are closed in both directions at the University Avenue underpass due to flooding. Please use alternative routes and avoid the area. #PaloAltoStorm
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
#Coronavirus Update There are now 20 coronavirus cases in Santa Clara County and @HealthySCC has released new guidance designed to reduce the spread of the virus in our community. Read the full #PaloAlto update and more on the newly released guidance at
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
Congratulations to #PaloAlto 's new Mayor @LizKniss and Vice Mayor Eric Filseth.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
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The Palo Alto FireMed program is a monthly subscription that provides you peace of mind during medical emergencies that require an ambulance ride. If your household is in the program, you will not have to pay the ambulance bill in an emergency. Sign up at .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Foothills Park and Arastradero Preserve have reopened! There is currently no threat of fire or evacuations in Palo Alto or the Palo Alto foothills. @paloaltofire will continue to monitor weather and fire activity. Read more in our #PaloAltoConnect blog at:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
The Council just voted, making #PaloAlto the first city to launch an integrated smart-bike sharing system.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Happy New Year, Palo Alto! Cheers to 2021 and all that is to come! #WereInThisTogether
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Don’t Rush to Flush! #PaloAlto ’s treatment plant has seen an increase in disinfectant wipes and paper towels being flushed down the toilet during the #coronavirus outbreak. These items can clog plumbing. All this and more in the latest daily report:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
NEVER FORGET: #PaloAlto remembers the victims and pays tribute to the heroes born on this day 19 years ago. #September11th #NeverForget
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
1 year
WILDFIRE SMOKE ADVISORY: Take care to stay healthy in wildfire smoke coming from the northwest. Smoke is predicted to remain through Thursday. Stay indoors, use an air filter, and/or use a mask.
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NWS Bay Area 🌉
1 year
Smokey air from Northwest California fires may linger near the surface across the Bay Area for the next few days. #CAwx
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
Thank you to Good Samaritans Orlando Kent & Benjamin Bellamy, who both performed selfless, heroic acts on Aug. 18, to protect & save the life of a stranger. Both were recognized at last night's Council meeting. Read their proclamations & the full story:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
#PaloAlto has activated the Emergency Services Volunteer program. Volunteers will be offering assistance to neighbors. You may see them wearing their vests, keeping their social distance, & knocking on doors. Each one carries an ID Card. Learn more at
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
#PaloAlto 's bravest @PaloAltoFire is proud to respond to the call to help in Southern California. #ThomasFire #SoCalFires
@PaloAltoFire
PaloAltoFire
7 years
PAFD Engine 65 is getting ready to head out to Ojai for a 24 hour shift, protecting structures that are threatened by the Thomas Fire in Ventura County. Anytime, anywhere... with compassion and pride!
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
FLOODING ALERT: Flooding at Pope Chaucer Bridge is likely, minor flooding occurring at Seneca & Hale near the creek. Take protective actions as there are potential impacts to areas in the creek flood zone.Don't call 911 unless there is imminent threat to life or serious emergency
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Today’s #MomentofGratitude goes to our Public Works teams that are continuing essential services such as trimming trees to reduce utility failure, supporting public safety, & maintaining the storm drain system! They are the jack of all trades and they make us #PaloAltoProud !
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
FLOODING ALERT: San Francisquito Creek has reached flood monitoring stage and is continuing to rise. Please be aware of potential flooding and further flooding likely. Flooding at Pope Chaucer bridge is likely within the next 30 minutes.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
6 years
#PaloAlto Assistant City Manager/Utilities General Manager Ed Shikada has been named the next City Manager, effective January 2019. Read more about his longstanding commitment to public service here:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
The flags 🇺🇸 at #PaloAlto City Hall and other municipal buildings are being flown at half-staff today in honor of @PAUtilities employee, Donatus Okhomina, who died following a work-site incident on Saturday. Read more here: 🇺🇸
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
In times of crisis, #PaloAlto ’s Office of Emergency Services stands by ready to activate our Emergency Operations Center, and Emergency Services Volunteers. These employees and volunteers have been working since March to keep us safe. Thanks for making us #PaloAltoProud .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
The end of another beautiful day in #PaloAlto . Here's the cloud formation seen just before nightfall.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Following significant public comment, the City Council voted to open #FoothillsPark to the general public. A new blog was recently released that answers community questions. This video shares key takeaways on what could happen next. For the full blog:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
9 years
Absolutely, undeniably spectacular sunset in #PaloAlto #nofilter
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
Join us in celebrating our community’s resilience, strength, and joy with Together Again – a Palo Alto community celebration. Hosted by the City, Mayor, & many community partners, there are 20+ celebrations taking place September 10-18, 2021. Learn more at
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
Join us on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. for the grand opening of the new Highway 101 Pedestrian / Bike Bridge! Come celebrate in person with us, enjoy free ice cream from @treatbot , and witness the ribbon cutting! Or, watch live on our YouTube channel. 🌉
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
[1/5] #Coronavirus Thread: Update: There are currently 14 coronavirus cases in Santa Clara County, with one case in Palo Alto because of a Veterans Affairs (VA) Palo Alto Health Care System (a federal agency) hospital transfer from another County in California to Palo Alto.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
Traffic Advisory: Page Mill Road is temporarily closed in both directions between Hanover Street and Peter Coutts Road due to a tree down and also a disabled vehicle. Take alternate routes to avoid delays. #PaloAltoStorm
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
There are no active wildfires in #PaloAlto but the Cooling Center will be open through at least Wednesday to help folks escape the poor air quality. Get #CZULightningComplex & #SCULightningComplex Fire Status Updates here:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
#PaloAltoProud : Let's keeping doing our part to help essential employees working on the frontlines to stop the #coronavirus . Express your thanks to them by sharing this flyer with a note of thanks: Keep making #PaloAltoProud !
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
Good news, San Francisquito Creek water levels are receding, and the storm is passing, with flood risk at a lower level. @NWSBayArea predicts a larger storm by January 4-5. Staff will continue to monitor creek levels and will share updates as needed. More:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Due to concerns about visitor and employee safety caused by smoke from nearby wildfires, @PAranger is closing Foothills Park & Arastradero Preserve until further notice. We will closely monitor conditions and reopen as soon as it is safe. #CaliforniaWildfires
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
Make your own music in King Plaza! Come play the Chime sculpture on display until Aug 8:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
Did you see it? Here’s the total solar eclipse as seen from #PaloAlto City Hall and from one of the best vantage points in Oregon.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
#PaloAlto City Hall turns on its red, white & blue lights in honor of the upcoming 4th of July holiday.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
#PaloAlto 's bravest @PaloAltoFire on the scene of the Felipe Fire near Morgan Hill, providing mutual aid.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
#PaloAlto today rolled out a Shared Streets pilot program to let the community social distance and engage in physical activity. Part of Bryant Street, Park Blvd and Ross Road are in the temporary program. Learn more here: .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
#MomentofGratitude Our Community Support Call Center was created in days, all virtually, & has been operational for 3 weeks now. Featured in this photo are some of the many faces answering your calls & connecting the community with information as it changes by the hour.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
VACCINE ACCESS EXPANDS ON FEB 28: Starting on Feb. 28, the County will be expanding vaccine access to workers in various industries including education, food and agriculture, & more. [1/2]
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
6 years
Did you see the #BayAreaSnow2019 in #PaloAlto on Tuesday morning? Page Mill Road between Foothills Park and Skyline Boulevard was closed until just before noon while Public Works crews worked to clear the road.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
Don't miss the Supermoon tonight! It won't be this large again until 2034.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
#PaloAlto rolls out adaptive signal technology to make your travels safer and smoother.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: There are 24 cases in Santa Clara County, and one case in Palo Alto that we are aware of because of a Veterans Affairs (VA) Palo Alto Health Care System (a federal agency) hospital transfer from another County in California to Palo Alto.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
#PaloAlto salutes the Armed Forces at its Veterans Day Recognition event, Mon., Nov. 7 at Mitchell Park Comm. Ctr.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
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@CALFIRECZU @ALERTCalifornia As always, thank you for the quick fire response, and collaboration in keeping our communities safe. @CALFIRECZU @PaloAltoFire
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Rain or shine, in good times and bad, our Crosstown Shuttle drivers help our most vulnerable passengers get from point A to B. Today we want to celebrate them with this #PaloAltoProud #MomentofGratitude .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
A #MomentofGratitude goes to our Palo Alto Airport staff who is continuing essential work to keep the airport in safe operational status so that essential services, like those provided by the U.S. military & Stanford Life Flight, can continue during the #COVID19 health emergency.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Shout out to our @PAUtilities team! The work they do keeps essential services running, which is critical to maintaining the health and safety of the community. Follow along each day this week and retweet these #MomentofGratitude posts that make #PaloAltoProud
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
Did you feel the chill in the air today here in #PaloAlto ? It's the first day of winter. #WinterSolstice is also the shortest day of the year.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
Put your digital footprint on #PaloAlto 's website redesign. Take our very brief survey to tell us what you want to see in our web revamp. Get the survey here: and thank you for your feedback.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
A big honor for @cityofpaloalto as it receives the @HealthySCC “Best Overall” Healthy Cities award tonight.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Head to University or Cal Ave this weekend as both streets are temporarily closed to support outdoor dining and retail! Don't forget to wear a mask, wash your hands, and be mindful of your distance to others. See you out there! More info at
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
Following the State announcement, the City of Palo Alto & @LifeMovesOrg confirm the award of $26.6M to be used to develop an interim housing shelter with the capacity to serve over 300 individuals annually with on-site support services. Learn more here:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
#PaloAlto City Manager James Keene, honored as #GTtop25 Doer, Dreamer & Driver. Read about his fresh ideas:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
#PaloAlto Mayor Greg Scharff joins #ClimateMayors objecting to President Trump’s roll back on climate policies.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
#PaloAlto joins the global tribute to women this #InternationalWomensDay2018 .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 months
Morning storm conditions: #PaloAltoStorm wind gusts up to 38 mph @ Palo Alto Airport, a power outage impacting 687 residents in the Duveneck neighborhood, fallen tree has shut down Eastbound Oregon Exp./Bryant St. All Nature Preserves are closed. More:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
4 years
Spread kindness, not the virus. Wear a face covering. 🤙🤗🚫🦠😷⠀ ⠀ ✨A friendly reminder that face coverings are required in Palo Alto when out in public.⠀ ⠀ 🌐More information is at
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
6 years
The 101 Ped/Bike Bridge project at Adobe Creek in #PaloAlto is about to get off the ground thanks to @Google , @CaltransHQ , @VTA , @valleywater . The next step forward comes Monday, Dec. 17. Read about it here:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
5 years
Tomorrow marks the 30th anniversary of the devastating #LomaPrieta earthquake. Even though earthquakes are inevitable, it is important to prepare for the next one, or any other emergency. Remember to drop, cover, and hold on! Learn more at .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
3 years
With Palo Alto’s public schools beginning this week, many @PaloAltoUnified students will be walking or biking to school for the first time in over a year. As you make your way on our roads this week, please slow down, be aware, and be patient.
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
7 years
Thank you @GregScharff for your year of service as Mayor and welcome new Mayor @LizKniss .
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 years
#PaloAlto shines a little brighter thanks to this beautiful sunset tonight!
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
8 months
Crews responded to over 100 tree issues Sun., several outages. Foothills top wind speed of 65 mph recorded. Nature Preserves reopened. Foothills Interpretive Center, Panorama Loop Trail closed. @NWSBayArea forecast rain to continue. More #paloaltostorm at
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
FLOODING ALERT: Flooding at Pope Chaucer Bridge is occurring. Don't call 911 unless there is an imminent threat to life or serious emergency. Do NOT remove manhole covers. Minor street flooding is occurring. Street closures are in effect. More:
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@cityofpaloalto
City of Palo Alto
2 years
FLOOD UPDATE: Rain is expected to be intermittent/lighter for the rest of the day and clearing up for the next few days. Staff is monitoring water levels of the San Francisquito Creek and at this time, Pope Chaucer Bridge water levels are receding.
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City of Palo Alto
5 years
#PaloAlto City Manager @edshikada selects Dr. Monique le Conge Ziesenhenne as Palo Alto’s new Assistant City Manager. Read about her extraordinary career in public service, including @PaloAltoLibrary here:
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City of Palo Alto
4 years
JUST IN: #PaloAlto will impose a Curfew starting tonight, from 8:30pm -5am in response to several days of criminal activity seen in the Bay Area. The curfew will be in effect from June 2 through the morning of June 11. Get more details here:
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City of Palo Alto
5 years
#BREAKINGNEWS : Governor Gavin Newsom makes a tough decision tonight issuing a“Stay at Home” order except for essential services as described in this graphic below. Read the #coronavirus update from #PaloAlto here:
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City of Palo Alto
5 years
Join Palo Alto's 125th Birthday celebration this weekend on Sunday, April 28 at 2 p.m. in front of City Hall. Contents from a time capsule buried at Palo Alto's 100th birthday will be viewable for the first time in 25 years. Come early to enjoy live entertainment!
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City of Palo Alto
7 years
. @USGS reports a 4.5 magnitude earthquake centered in Berkeley at 2:39am. Whether you felt it or not, it’s good to get prepared.
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USGS
7 years
[PUB] Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country: Your Handbook for the San Francisco Bay Region Timely reminder to be prepared.
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City of Palo Alto
4 years
There is no fire in #PaloAlto at this time, but please take precautions and plan ahead for wildfire risks with these tips on how to prep for an evacuation: . Map of fires near us: . Only call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
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City of Palo Alto
3 years
Come see the view for yourself tomorrow at at 10 am at the grand opening of the Highway 101 Pedestrian / Bike Bridge! Plus, enjoy some free ice cream! Get all the details at
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City of Palo Alto
3 years
When it comes to masking against COVID-19, do what you can to level up your protection! Having one surgical mask provides good protection, but there are ways to power up your mask game even more.
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