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Service to Send You Emergency Information Quickly
( visit the emergency information home page )
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Notice Inviting Proposals for Human Services Resource Allocation Process (HSRAP) RFP#128942
Notice is hereby given that the Palo Community Services Department/Human Services Division is seeking to retain agencies to perform the services as described in the Scope of Services, included in the RFP documents. Minimum requirements are also detailed in the Scope of Services.
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Library Seeks Community Input on Use of Technology
December 3, 2008 at Downtown Library, 7:00 p.m.
( Official Press Release )
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Garbage/Recycling Holiday Collection Schedule
The Palo Alto Sanitation Company (PASCO) provides regular scheduled collection service throughout the year except on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
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Tell Us What You Think!
Take a quick online survey to let us know how we are doing.
( Visit the Library homepage )
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Parking in Palo Alto
Parking is provided for visitors and customers in the downtown area and California Avenue business district on the street, in offstreet parking lots and in parking garages.
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My Utilities Account Login
To Register or Login to your Utilities Account
( Visit My Utilities Account )
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The Household Hazardous Waste Program
The Household Hazardous Waste Management program provides Palo Alto residents with an environmentally safe way to get rid of selected hazardous wastes.
( more about hazardous waste programs )
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Deaf Resident Registry
Deaf residents may register TDD and/or fax lines with the City of Palo Alto Fire Department.
( more about your safety )
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About Palo Alto - City Hall
Contact info for City Hall, and a link to directions.
( view the phone directory )
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Low-cost Spay/Neuter and Vaccination Clinic
Information on our low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinics.
( visit the animal services home page )
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New Library Calendar Online
Locate programs, get reminders and more!
( visit the Library homepage )
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Teen Programs
Teen Program Information
( visit the youth and adult recreation page )
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Bicycling Improvement Form
Submit comments and suggestions for improving bicycling safety in Palo Alto.
( submit a bicycling improvement request )
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Winter Storm Preparation - Sandbag Information
Information about sandbag use in preparation of winter storms
( visit the fire and flood page )
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Child Care Resource Information
Child care resources for parents and providers.
( visit family resources )
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Emergency Water Supply and Storage
Learn more about the Project and the upcoming November ballot measure
( emergency water supply and storage faq page )
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Enjoy! Catalog - Classes and Activities
The Fall 2008 Enjoy! catalog is now available to the public and can be picked up at all Palo Alto community centers, libraries or online at www.cityofpaloalto.org/enjoy
( more palo alto enjoy! information )
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Animal Services Home Page
Welcome to the Palo Alto Animal Services (PAAS) website. Learn more about our programs and services through the links on these pages.
( visit animal services )
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Water Conservation Programs - Residential
Conservation Programs for our Residential Customers.
( visit the utilities rebates and programs page )
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About CPAU
The City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) is the only municipal utility in California that operates city-owned utility services that include electric, fiber optic, natural gas, water and wastewater services.
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Questions about a green building project? Ask An Expert!
Ask an Expert is a free hotline service providing customized responses to a variety of green building questions from building professionals and the general public.
( visit the development center home page )
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Landfill and Composting
The City of Palo Alto offers Landfill and Composting drop-off, which accepts materials that may not be accepted at the curb
( visit the landfill and composting page )
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Utilities Home Page
Welcome to the Utilities Department
( visit the utilities department home page )
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Recycling Home Page
The City of Palo Alto's Recycling Program helps Palo Alto residents and businesses conserve natural resources and learn how and what to recycle.
( visit the recycling home page )
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City of Palo Alto Family Resources
Family Resources engages our community to build on existing strengths and services to promote the well-being of our families and their children.
( visit the family resources web site )
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Development Center
Find the answers to many questions about the Palo Alto Development Center.
( visit the development center home page )
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Business Recycling
Business recycling resources.
( visit business recycling )
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To Report Graffiti
Report graffiti or even join the Graffiti Abatement Volunteer Program
( visit the public works home page )
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Palo Alto Mediation Program
The Palo Alto Mediation Program exists to empower citizens to resolve their disputes through a voluntary dispute resolution process.
( visit the PAMP web site )
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Request a Parcel Report Online
A new online service for obtaining planning and zoning information
( visit the development center home page )
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Curbside Recycling
Learn how residents can recycle at their curbside
( download the brochures )
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CityPages Newsletter
Citypages is a periodic newsletter produced by the City of Palo Alto.
( visit the citypages collection )
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Regular Street Sweeping Schedules
Typically we sweep your street on a weekly basis
( visit the street locator )
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Planning and Community Environment Home Page
The Planning and Community Environment Department consists of the Planning and Transportation Division and Building Division
( visit the planning department home page )
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Community Centers and Fields
Use and rental information
( visit the community center page )
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Jobs at the City of Palo Alto
Job opportunities open to the general public and internal candidates.
( see city job postings )
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PaloAltoGreen Program
The affordable way to support 100% clean wind and solar power. 
( visit the paloaltogreen home page )
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Community Gardens
Scattered throughout Palo Alto are plots of land dedicated to providing Palo Altans with a place to dig their hands into the soil and plant vegetables, flowers, and herbs.
( visit the parks and outdoors page )
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Library Resources for Persons with Disabilities
If you or someone you know needs assistance with gaining access to reading materials, read on.
( visit the library home page )
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The Organics Yard
The focus of the Organics Yard is to enhance the recycling efforts of the community by offering high quality blended soil amendments.
( visit the recycling home page )
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Street Sweeping Ordinances
The following ordinances describe what actions are violations and may result in enforcement. Advise gardeners not to blow out tree leaves and landscaping debris or other matter into the gutter!
( street sweeping info )
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Creek Level Monitor
How does the creek monitoring system work?
( visit the creek monitor )
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Regional Water Quality Control Plant
The RWQCP is committed to protecting our environment and Palo Alto's open spaces.
( visit the water quality home page )
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Información del Programa en Español
Los terrenos de la Bahia en Palo Alto son un gran lugar para excursiones familiar y para que ninos exploren la naturaleza.
( visit the baylands home page )
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Renting Facilities at Baylands Nature Preserve
Facility rentals at the Baylands are quite robust.  Explore rental opportunities, here.
( visit the baylands home page )
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Adult Sports
It's time to get outside, take a deep breath of air and enjoy some activities with the City of Palo Alto 's Adult Sports program!
( visit the youth and adult recreation page )
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Fee Reduction Program
The Community Services Department's Fee Reduction Program offers a 25%, 50% or 75% discount, to low-income or disabled Palo Alto residents based on household income for a number of programs.
( Fee Reduction Program Application )
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Picnic Reservation Information (Individual and Group)
How to Reserve Picnic Tables at Mitchell, Rinconada and Foothills Parks.
( visit Picnic Reservations for forms )
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