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 The first shipment was received for back-up energy storage system.
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City Manager
Battery Backup Energy Storage System (BESS)
This week the Town received its first shipment of electrical components and batteries for Town Hall’s back-up energy storage system. The equipment will be stored at the Corp Yard in the meantime. See picture below.
GreenWaste Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
This week the Ad Hoc Committee tasked with looking into possible changes in the Slid Waste Franchise Agreement with GreenWaste met. The Committee finalized their recommendations and is planning to make a formal presentation to the City Council at an upcoming City Council meeting before the end of the calendar year.
Broadband Ad Hoc Committee Meeting
The Broadband Ad Hoc Committee met earlier this week along with the Town’s broadband consultant to interview Los Altos Hills Community Fiber. The Consultant is compiling information from all internet service providers in Town to help put together a Town-wide broadband feasibility study.
Stanford Development
Stanford is seeking an extension to their General Use Permit with the County of Santa Clara. To stay informed and provide feedback residents can reach out to County Supervisors, participate in study session meetings with the County Planning Commission, engage with the HLUET Committee, or contact County Planning staff (See list below). Specific email address to provide feedback are listed below as well.
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 Stanford is seeking an extension to their General Use Permit with the County of Santa Clara.
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Regional Updates
2023 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury Annual Recruitment
The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara is now accepting applications for service on the 2023 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury. To be considered please visit the Santa Clara County Court's website and complete the application. The deadline to apply is September 16, 2022. You’re invited to Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Academy TrainingLet’s get together Join us for Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Hybrid Academy Training, starting September 8, 2022 at 6:30 PM. In the event of a disaster or public safety emergency, CERT volunteers will be able to assist their family and neighbors when first responders are not immediately available to help. Participants will learn disaster preparedness, disaster medical operations, disaster psychology, fire suppression, light search and rescue, and terrorism awareness. Nine online, evening courses with two in-person skill dates. Click Register for more information. We hope to see you soon!Thursday, September 8, 2022 6:30 PM. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Hybrid Academy Training. Register. See picture below. |
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Planning and Building
Planning Permits*
Applied: 8
Approved: 2
Building Permits*
Applied: 12
Issued: 19
Inspections*
Building: 50
Code Enforcement Cases*
Open: 3
Closed: 2
*August 18-August 24, 2022
Public Hearing on Development Projects
Site Development / Fast Track Public HearingOn August 23, 2022, Staff held a public hearing to review the following agenda item: - 12187 Kate Drive – File #SD21-0093 – Lands of Nearly-Vidovich
New 7,925 square-foot two-story residence with a detached 1,212 square-foot, 4-car garage, and related hardscape improvements. The project was approved with conditions. The video recording of the meeting can be accessed here: https://losaltoshillsca.portal.civicclerk.com/under the specific meeting date.
Ongoing Projects StatusHousing Element The State mandated Public Review Draft of the 6th Cycle Housing Plan 2023 – 2031 Housing Element (draft) for the Town of Los Altos Hills is available online for public review and comment. Provide your input/comments. Provide your input/comments. The Draft will be available for 30 calendar days from August 10 to September 8, 2022. The draft Housing Plan is available on Town's website, click here to view or download. https://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5553In addition, physical copies are available for review at Town Hall located at 26379 Fremont Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022. Comments may be submitted during the 30-day Public Comment Period via Other updates:Senior Planner, Elaine Ling attended Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Coordinators meeting on August 24, 2022, organized by the Santa Clara County. The agenda item included a call for jurisdictions to join the Affordable Housing Consortium for a fund. Planning Director Sofia Mangalam attended the Environmental Initiatives Committee meeting on August 25, 2022. The meeting agenda included the 2022 Reach Codes Update, and electrification rebates, among other items. Staff will be working on Reach Codes and presenting them to the City Council on October 20, 2022. |
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Public Works Page Mill Road Tree Survey
Consultant updated that report may take until end of August currently in discussion with consultant to receive an updated date.
CIP Projects
2022 Pavement Rehabilitation and Drainage Improvement Project
City Council awarded a contract to Interstate Grading & Paving, Inc. on August 18 regular meeting. Staff sent award letter and contract agreement to contactor on 8/19 via email.
Town Hall Phase 1 Addition
Project acceptance/closeout recommendation to council schedule for September council meeting.
Corp Yard Site Improvements
The City Council awarded a contract to Silicon Valley Paving, Inc. (SVP) during a monthly meeting on August 18, 2022, and the Town executed an agreement with SVP on the following day. The site development permit, Permit No. SD22-0048, for this project was approved on July 19, 2022. SVP is expected to begin work during the week of August 29, 2022. This project will improve site drainage and make the storage area in the Corporation Yard usable during the wet season. The project was funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
EVSE Town Hall
Three Powerflex charging stations with four chargers were installed in the Town Hall parking lot on August 25, 2022. With the two existing ChargePoint chargers, there are six EV chargers total at the Town Hall. Engineering is in the process of onboarding to make the new chargers fully operational. The power feed cut-over for the Parks & Rec building was made on August 24. Currently, EV chargers and the Parks & Rec building draw power from the Town Hall’s electrical room and take full advantage of renewable energy generated by the Town’s rooftop and Native Garden’s solar panels.
Prop 68 Concession Stand Contract Award and Schedule
The Town received the third round of review comments from a Plan Checker on August 19, 2022, with four comments. The Town has prepared the response to the comments and will respond to the plan checker on August 26, 2022.
Adobe Creek Sanitary Sewer Study
Engineering has reached out to Freyer & Laureta, Inc. to finalize the Basis of Design Report. Engineering has also solicited and received cost proposals for topographic survey on Moody Road, Adobe Creek, and vacant parcels east of Rhus Ridge Road. Survey data will be used to conduct a feasibility study and develop conceptual design for a new sewer bypass on Moody Road. The new sewer bypass is expected to eliminate capacity deficiencies of the Adobe Creek sewer network on Adobe Lane by diverting sewage flow from 50% of the Adobe Creek sewer network into a new sewer main on Moody Road.
Purissima Park and Westwind Community Barn Water Wells
Staff has selected Cal Engineering & Geology, Inc. to perform a desktop study and prepare a geologist report of the subsurface conditions at these two locations. Findings from this report will be used to develop an improvement plan to replace the existing water well at the Westwind Community Barn and drill a new water well at the Purissima Park.
Tree Assessment Survey
The tree assessment scope has been compiled, as well as a list of potential arborists. Staff is looking to reach out to some arborists in order to determine capacity and availability.
Pathway Projects
Summer Hill Pathway
City Council awarded a contract to Lea & Braze, Engineers for design services on August, 18 City Council meeting. Staff sent contract agreement to Lea & Braze via email on 8/26/2022.
Edgerton path
Staff has reviewed and approved a preliminary pathway alignment proposed by a consultant. Staff has also provided review comments to improve pathway design.
Fremont to Redwood Grove Pathway
Staff has had preliminary meetings with Los Altos and we are currently investigating preparing a revised CASp study to determine the scope of a potential pathway project.
Page Mill Road Crosswalk at Foothills Park
Staff has requested proposals to design an ADA compliant crosswalk to meet the city of Palo Alto requirements.
Encroachment Permits: 2
Sewer P:ermits Issued: 1
Maintenance
After hours or weekend callouts: 0
Fallen trees/major limbs down: 0
Routine Maintenance - New maintenance staff Walter Fiallos started 8/22
- Finished mowing and brushing off-road pathways
- Installed reflectors on guard rail on E. Sunset Dr
- Corp Yard clean up in preparation for improvements/construction
- Traffic control for accident on Arastradero Rd
- Unloading and storing Town Hall battery back up system
- Purissima Park: trash pick up, turf mowing, and riding arena dragging
- W Fremont Rd Pathway repair
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 East Sunset Reflectors Installed
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 Mowing and brushing completed
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 Offloaded Battery
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Finance, Human Resources, IT Services
Accounts Payable/Budget/Payroll/Receivables
- Received $85,343 in cash receipts and/or electronic funds transfer (EFT).
- Processed 37 payroll checks totaling $99,880.
Human ResourcesOpen Recruitment: Maintenance Seasonal Help in Public Works. Recruitment open until filled. Accounting Technician – Recruitment open until filled. Deputy Building Official/Plan Examiner. Recruitment closes September 23, 2022 Assistant to the City Manager. Recruitment closes September 9, 2022. |
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Community Services
Fall-Winter Activity Guide ReleaseThe latest Los Altos Hills Parks and Recreation Activity Guides have been placed in the mail being sent to all residents. A digital version of the Activity Guide is available at losaltoshills.ca.gov/activity-guide.Recreation RegistrationAll fee-based classes & events have been uploaded to losaltohills.ca.gov/register. SCC Parks and Recreation Directors MeetingThis week, staff participated in the monthly meeting. Topics discussed included: State ordinances on water reduction, Pickleball, Dog Park, Hiring, and Professional Development. District 4 Recreation ServicesThis week, staff participated in Recreation Services webinar. Adult Horseback RidingA fully registered Adult Horseback Riding Camp at Westwind Community Barn begins Thursday, September 1 st. Marc's Farewell from Hidden VillaStaff wished Marc Sidel well on his next adventure after serving 17 years of service to Hidden Villa.
Upcoming Events: HoedownSaturday, September10 4-7 pm at Westiwnd Community Barn Banners are now installed around town. Mark your calendar for the Los Altos Hills Hoedown Saturday, September 10th from 4-7 pm at Westwind Community Barn. The event will include Equestrian Expo, Live Music, Line Dance Caller, Capelo’s BBQ, and arts and crafts. See you there!
Drive Thru Shred Event
Saturday, September 24 8-11am at Town HallMark your calendar for the next Shred Event at Town Hall! Past Events/Activities: Last Saturday, August 20 marked the 4th Adult Softball Game Los Altos Hills vs. Los Altos at Purisisma Park. Los Altos Hills was victorious with a 9 to 12 win!
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 Los Altos Hills defeats Los Altos 9-12 in Adult Softball Game at Purissima Park!
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Sheriff's Weekly Report
Visit the link to view the Sheriff's weekly report for August 15-21,2022.
The Sheriff’s weekly report is always for the week prior to the City Manager’s report
Reminders for use of Town Parks and Preserves:
As a reminder, all parks and preserves throughout Los Altos Hills close 30 minutes after sunset every day and remain closed until 30 minutes before sunrise. Those using the parks should ensure they complete their activities prior to closing and not remain on the property once the parks are closed. Additionally, all camping, sleeping, meetings, and gatherings within parks and preserves after closing are prohibited.
During open hours, those visiting Town parks and preserves are reminded to:
- keep animals on a leash at all times,
- refrain from using “powered model vehicles” (including drones) or motor vehicles,
- properly dispose of all garbage or trash,
- refrain from damaging park/preserve property in any fashion,
- not light, built, maintain or cause a fire within a park/preserve (smoking is also prohibited),
- ensure vehicles are not parked on any of the Town pathways.
Deputies have been regularly monitoring all parks and preserves to ensure compliance with the above noted regulations. Those found to be in violation of any of these Town Ordinances may be subject to citation. |
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