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City Manager
Be Fire Aware
The recent fires in Los Altos Hills have reminded us to be fire aware and ready to evacuate if needed.
- Register for AlertSCC at www.alertscc.org to receive emergency notifications targeted to your neighborhood
- Be aware of the weather forecast.
- National Weather Service may issue a Fire Weather Watch, indicating that weather conditions in the next 12-72 hours may result in extreme fire behavior and trigger a Red Flag Warning. This is a good time to check your “Go Bag” and review your evacuation routes.
- A RED FLAG WARNING is a notice issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) that weather conditions in the next 24 hours may result in extreme fire behavior. Carefully watch conditions in your area and be alert for fire. If your household has mobility issues, large animals, or other special needs, you should review your evacuation plans and make sure you’re ready to go quickly—or decide to proactively move now.
- When do I evacuate? Give your household the best chance of surviving a wildfire by being ready to go and evacuating early.
- If you feel unsafe—evacuate. Moving your household to a safer area will relieve anxiety. And if your home remains safe, your household will have an evacuation drill.
- If your household has special needs that will require extra time, or has a difficult evacuation route—go early.
- When there is an evacuation order, you must go. Lives are far more important than property.
For more information on evacuating, read about Ready, Set, Go! at https://bit.ly/rsgGo
Get Ready, Set, Go!—Wildfire Preparedness
Have you prepared your household for wildfires? Take the first steps: - AlertSCC: Register your home address and contact information with the Santa Clara County emergency notification system at www.alertscc.org This signs you up for alerts targeted to your neighborhood.
- Evacuation Routes: Check your zone on community.zonehaven.com and study the map. Where is your normal route out of your neighborhood? Where is a 2nd route? How would you walk out if you had to?
- Go Bag: Make a “go bag” for everyone in your household—including pets—to grab if you need to evacuate. See example here: https://bit.ly/prepandgo
Learn more about steps to wildfire preparedness with Ready, Set, Go! at https://bit.ly/wfready
Robelda Structure Fire Sunday, June 19th
This fire - like any fire in a structure - illustrates the importance of rapid detection and reporting of fires. Working smoke alarms are often the difference between life and death in situations like this. Remember to test smoke alarms once a month!
Santa Clara County Fire Department responded to this incident with 3 engines, 2 rescues, 1 ladder truck, our hazardous materials team, 2 battalion chiefs and an Incident Support Officer. Resources responded from the communities of Los Altos Hills, Los Altos, Cupertino, and Saratoga. REMINDERS: 1. stay away from the scene, 2. if present, leave the scene, or 3. if neighbors, remain inside their home 4. keep roadways clear for emergency vehicles. 5. Residents are reminded to avoid the scene to allow first responders to work without concern for bystanders’ safety and to preserve the environment and evidence for the fire investigation that occurs after the incident.
Beat the HeatFor a full list visit of Cooling Centers in Santa Clara County visit here.
Battery Backup Energy Storage System (BESS)
The Town has an agreement with Syserco Energy Solutions for the design and build of this project at Town Hall. Please see the hyperlink below for weekly updates on the project.
Weekly Updates
Town Community Surveys The Town has now completed two surveys. To review results or register to take the Next Town Survey visit here.
Community Facilities Needs Assessment An opportunity to provide individual input on Community Facilities Needs Assessment on both indoor and outdoor space needs can be done on this form. A final report will be presented to the City Council on August 18th.
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 Homeowner's Guide to Wildfires, Pick up yours at Town Hall
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Regional Updates
Homeowners Guide to WildfiresThe Town received 200 copies of the homeowner's guide to Wildfire Prevention by Santa Clara County Fire Department. Visit Town Hall during normal business hours to pick up your free copy while supplies last.
PG&E Heat-Related Outages
Keep updated on the heat-related outages across Northern California here.
Multi-jurisdictional meeting Regarding Stanford-related development
Santa Clara County Supervisor Joe Simitian will be hosting a two hour virtual meeting in with jurisdictions around Stanford University in late August.
Los Altos Hills County Fire District
Conducted a flyover to on Wednesday of the goat trail at the Byrne Preserve to collect data on the results of the vegetation mitigation.
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Planning and Building
Planning Permits*
Applied: 6
Approved: 4
Building Permits*
Applied: 1
Issued: 8
Inspections*
Building:48
Code Enforcement Cases*
Open: 2
Closed: 1
*June 17-June 23, 2022
Public Hearings on Development Projects
Site Development / Fast Track Public Hearing On June 14, 2022, planning staff held a public hearing to review the following three (3) items: - 13673 La Paloma Road – File #SD21-0073 – Lands of Lee
Site Development Permit for landscape screening and fencing for an approved new residence. The project was approved. - 28010 Natoma Road – File #SD21-0094 – Lands of Gieseler
Site Development Permit to convert an existing 1,218 square-foot accessory structure into a habitable new residence and construction of two new, 200 square-foot single-car carports. The project was continued to a date uncertain. - 13830 Page Mill Road – File #SD21-0098 – Lands of Altalune LLC
Site Development Permit for a new 8,613 square-foot two-story residence with a 2,213 square-foot basement, a detached 913 square-foot pool house, a 1,116 square-foot swimming pool, and 1,500 square feet of ground mounted solar panels. The project was approved. The video recording of the meeting can be accessed here: https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/501/Public-Meeting-Resources under the meeting date. Planning Commission Public HearingNo Planning Commission meeting was held this week. Next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for July 7, 2022.
Ongoing Projects Status
Housing Element Update Our consultant team, Michael Baker International, presented housing site inventory and Goals and policies for Housing Element update 2023-31 at Joint Special City Council and Planning Commission meeting on June 20th at 5 pm. There were over 40 attendees in addition to the Planning Commission and the City Council. The meeting was well-received, and staff will work with the consultant team on the draft Housing Element document, which is anticipated to be released in July/August 2022 for a 30-day public review followed by the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) review. The video recording of the meeting can be accessed here: https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/506/CITY-COUNCIL-AGENDAS-MINUTES-AFTER-JUNE- under the meeting date. Other updates:Implementation of Climate Action Plan - Staff received four (4) responses to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for home electrification assessment (assessments). Staff will be reviewing these responses with the Environmental initiatives Committee (EIC) to establish a list of qualified vendors to conduct assessments. |
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 East Sunset Widening
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Public Works Engineering SB1 Local Streets and Roads FundingProposed Project List Submittal for FY 22/23 has been reviewed and deemed complete by Commission staff. First monthly apportionment of FY 22/23 funds from the State Controller is expected by the end of September 2022. CIP Projects East Sunset Drive roadway wideningContractor begins installing concrete laggings retaining wall on June 22. Staff anticipates the project complete in late July.
2022 Pavement Rehabilitation and Drainage Improvement Project
The construction contract for this project will be advertised on the Los Altos Crier on July 6 and July 13, 2022. Bid opening on July 27, 2022, at 2 PM. Staff will also notify the Builders Exchange and paving contractors of the upcoming bid.
Engineering and Traffic Study (E&TS) Speed Limit Report
Hexagon Transportation Consultants, Inc. completed Engineering and Traffic Study Speed Limit Report. The report includes 30 collector road sections with recommended posted speed limit.
Town Hall Addition Phase 1
Preparing to close project at Council Meeting in August.
EVSE Town Hall We have received plans back from our code compliance approved. George Lee will present in the EIC meeting for the release of Town Hall EV Charger carbon credits. Once the release of carbon credits is determined, the Town will move forward with ordering the EV chargers.
Prop 68 contract award and schedule
Contract awarded on May 25, building permit has been submitted and under review. Expect construction to start in September. Submitted request to PG&E to upgrade the electrical service panel, lead time for a new electrical panel is 120 days.
Sewer CIP 2022
Continue work to prepare the contract package including contract drawings and specs. Pathways ProjectsRobleda / La Paloma trail
Connections between Robleda and La Paloma have been finished. When time allows work may continue cleaning up the section on the La Paloma side. The path has been cleared of brush and grass and is walkable. We have scheduled a Ribbon Cutting for Friday, July 8th at 2:00 pm.
Summer Hill Pathway
Town Staff have selected a designer for this project and will go to Council for approval in August.
Edgerton path
Staff to start requesting informal bid for the design of this project.
Fremont to Redwood Grove Pathway
Los Altos and Los Altos Hills City Managers are discussing the path forward on this project.
Page Mill Road Crosswalk at Foothills Park
Palo Alto and Los Altos Hills City Managers are discussing how to move forward on this project.
Encroachment Permits Issued: 0
Private Pathways Projects
Camino Hermoso Sewer Main Extension
Comments have been released.
Maintenance After hours or weekend callouts: 1
Fallen trees/major limbs down: 1 After Hours branch fell on Viscaino Rd and Anacapa Road blocking traffic, roughly 6’’ diameter and 30’ long.
Routine Maintenance
- Maintenance staff has been working on locating a leak and baseball field maintenance at Purissima Park.
- Installed new ADA compliant drinking fountain/bottle filler and ice machine at Corp Yard.
- Mowing on Page Mill Rd and pathways, La Paloma Rd and Fremont Rd, and pathway repair on Fremont Rd near Aric Ln.
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 Installed new ADA compliant drinking fountain/bottle filler and ice machine at Corp Yard
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 After Hours branch fell on Viscaino Rd and Anacapa Rd blocking traffic
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 Nail dragged Purissima Park
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Finance, Human Resources, IT ServicesAccounts Payable/Budget/Payroll/Receivables- Received $97,559 in cash receipts and/or electronic funds transfer (EFT).
- Processed 111 invoices totaling $814,306.
Human ResourcesThe Town welcomed two Interns as part of the Regional Internship Program. - Noah Benest, Intern for Community Service Department
- Natalie McGee, Intern for Administrative Services Department and the City Manager's Office.
Open Recruitment: Maintenance Seasonal Help in Public Works. Recruitment open until filled. Maintenance Worker I/II Recruitment open until filled. Building Inspector in Planning. Recruitment open until filled. Associate or Senior Planner in Planning. First round of interviews took place this week. Second round scheduled for next week. Accounting Technician in Administrative Services Department. Second round of interviews took place this week. Santa Clara Leadership Academy. Jeremy Loh has been selected to attend the Santa Clara Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy is for future leaders. There are 34 people that represent about 15 cities. The program runs through October. The participants form groups and present their project at the City Mangers meeting in October 2022.
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Community Services
Community Pop-Up FrameTake an iconic Los Altos Hills selfie or group photo! The Pop-Up Frame rotates to various locations across Town throughout the year and has just been installed at Purissima Park (27500 Purissima Road) behind center on field two. The frame has been decorated with summer emojis for the season! Share your photos here. Past Events/Activities:
Victoria Dye Equestrian Summer Riding Camp
This week marked the third week of Summer Riding Camp at Westwind Community Barn. The roster was full with a total of 18 riders. See photos here! Learn how to mitigate damage or injuries from an earthquake by securing your space (at home or work). Learn how to help neighbors, friends, and family secure their space too! Attend a “Secure Your Space” Online Workshop with Earthquake Country Alliance on June 27, 3:00 – 5:00 pm PDT via Zoom. Every attendee who completes the entire training will be sent a “starter kit” worth $25 of fastening items from Safe-T-Proof, including a tall furniture strap kit, a TV (or electronics) strap kit, and 2 “SeismoLatch” cabinet latches. Thursday, June 30 at 9:00 am at Town Hall
Open to all. Join us for a 2 mile walk as we explore the Town Pathways by RSVPing here.
Monday, July 4th 9:30-11:00 am
Come join us for the eleventh annual Los Altos Hills 4th of July Parade. We will gather at Town Hall beginning at 9:30 am. Our red, white and blue march will start at 10:00 am. We will parade down Fremont Road and conclude at Gardner Bullis School where you can meet your friends and neighbors for a refreshing beverage and a juicy watermelon treat! Please, no fossil fueled vehicles or horses. For more information contact Sarah Robustelli at 650-947-2518.
Movie Night at the Park
Friday, August 5th 8:30-10:00 pm
Join your neighbors and friends for Movie Night at the Park. Spend a warm summer evening under the stars for Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon displayed on a giant outdoor movie screen. Volunteers from the Los Altos Hills Youth Commission will be serving guests their famed buttery popcorn and refreshments. RSVP is required: www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/MovieNight
Adult Softball Game
Saturday, August 20 1-3 pm
Root, root, root for the home team in the 4th Annual Softball Game. Must be 18 years or older to play. Game day snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase! Interested in playing? Visit Losaltoshills.ca.gov/softball for player application and more information.
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Sheriff's Weekly Report
Visit the link to view the Sheriff's weekly report for June 13-19, 2022.
The Sheriff’s weekly report is always for the week prior to the City Manager’s report
Pedestrian Safety Tips
Walking is typically considered a safe form of exercise at any age, but there are still some safety risks involved. The following are some basic tips to remember before you head out the door for a nice healthy walk: - Use sidewalks and paths where available
- Walk against traffic if you must walk alongside a road, to see what is coming and react if necessary
- Wear bright clothing, even during daylight hours
- Avoid walking at night, but if you must, wear reflective clothing and use a flashlight
- Do not walk distracted; avoid talking or texting on your cell phone while walking
- Always follow traffic signals and use crosswalks when you must cross a roadway
- Walk with family, friends, or a caregiver if you suffer from cognitive decline or other physical impairments
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