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Answers to your question about how to get a library card, compost your garbage, report graffiti, and access your City services.

To Receive Emergency Notifications, Sign Up for Palo Alto CANs
During a widespread emergency, get information sent to your cell phone, home and business via automated phone call, text message or email.
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Independent Police Auditor
 
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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
To See Information About Your Utility Usage and Bill On-Line
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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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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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LED Streetlight Pilot Project
Update on LED Streetlight Project
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Teen Programs
Teen Program Information
( visit the youth and adult recreation page )
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Emergency Water Supply Wells Project - Eleanor Pardee Park and Library/Community Gardens Project WS-08002
Emergency Water Supply Wells Project - Eleanor Pardee Park and Library/Community Gardens Project WS-08002
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First Phase of City of Palo Alto Website Improvements is Released
The joint venture between City staff and community volunteers unveils first phase of a series of projected improvements to the City Website.
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Palo Alto Library Named One of America's Star Libraries
Our Customers Got Us There!
( visit the library homepage )
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Looking For a Job?
Library resources can help!
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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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Library Calendar Now Online
Locate programs, get reminders and more!
( visit the Library homepage )
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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 Project
Learn more about the Project and the November 2007 Ballot Measure
( emergency water supply and storage faq page )
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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 - Residential
Residential water conservation rebates and programs; get updates on current state and local water conditions.
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Volunteering at the Library
We welcome new volunteers throughout the year
( visit the Library home page )
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Fee Reduction Program
The Community Services Department's Fee Reduction Program offers a 25%or 50% discount to low-income youth, senior or disabled Palo Alto residents based on household income for a number of programs.
( Fee Reduction Program Application )
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Greer Park
1098 Amarillo Avenue, Palo Alto, CA
( visit the neighborhood parks home 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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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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Zero Waste Program Home Page
The City of Palo Alto's Zero Waste Program helps Palo Alto residents and businesses conserve natural resources by reducing their waste.
( visit the zero waste program home page )
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City of Palo Alto Family Resources
Want a list of Schools or Health Resources?  How about volunteer opportunities? Family Resources will help you find the resources and make the connections your family needs
( 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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