City Manager Weekly Update
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Accessory Structure and Accessory Dwelling Unit Regulations
At its meeting next Tuesday, the City Council will take up consideration of the new accessory structure and accessory dwelling unit regulations, which are also known as ADU’s. Each of these regulations was reviewed by the Planning Commission, which recommended that they be adopted. The accessory structure regulations amend the recently adopted rules and provide for a limit on the square footage of the structures, while the ADU regulations provide a comprehensive set of standards for this type of housing unit. The proposed ADU regulations include standards that have been adopted by the State of California, which is trying to promote this type of housing as one way to address housing needs across the State.
New Economic Development Coordinator
The City’s new Economic Development Coordinator will begin his tenure with the City of Los Altos next Monday, June 18. Anthony Carnesecca joins us from the City of Santa Clara’s Energy Department. His customer service experience and enthusiasm will serve him well in his new role here with the City.
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Excessive Heat Warning
The
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
has issued a
Heat Advisory
11 AM through 8 PM for Saturday June 23, 2018. Temperatures are expected to range from the 90s to 105 degrees.
Population groups that are most sensitive to heat, and may experience an increased risk for heat related illnesses are elderly, children, those with chronic diseases or disabilities, pregnant women, and people who are socially isolated.
Cooling Centers and air-conditioned locations
The Santa Clara County Libraries, located in Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Saratoga, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Campbell, Cupertino, and Milpitas, are available as cooling centers during regular hours of operation. For library hours and locations check
http://www.sccl.org/Locations
.
With high temperatures comes an increased risk of heat-related illness. Please consider the following:
- Limit outdoor strenuous activities
- Do not leave kids or pets in vehicles
- Stay in air-conditioned areas
- Drink plenty of fluids
Infants and Children
:
- It is illegal to leave an infant or child unattended in a vehicle (15620 CVC)
- It is illegal to leave an animal in a vehicle in conditions that endanger the health or well-being of the animal (597.7 PC)
- Infants and young children can get dehydrated very quickly. Make sure they are given plenty of cool water to drink.
- Keep children indoors or shaded as much as possible.
- Dress children in loose, lightweight, and light-colored clothing.
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Sewer System Repairs Project
The Sewer System Repair Program project consists of rehabilitation of six sanitary sewer segments. All sewer line replacements in Downtown Parking Plaza South are complete. The City’s contractor replaced two sewer pipe segments along Eleanor Avenue this week using a trenchless construction method (pipe reaming) and reconnected sewer laterals at this location. After finalizing the work at Eleanor Avenue, the contractor will begin work for sewer segment replacement along Annette Lane.
South Sewer Main Replacement
Construction is underway for the South Sewer Main Replacement along Fremont Avenue. Work consists of replacing two sanitary sewer segments between Fallen Leaf Lane and Truman Avenue using a trenchless method. This week, the contractor performed pipe reaming work for sewer segment replacement at this site. Restoration will be performed the following week.
Annual Concrete Repair Project
Engineering received three bids this week for its annual concrete repair project. The project makes repairs to existing known defects in concrete sidewalks, curbs, gutters and ramps throughout the City by either replacing the section in its entirety or saw cutting offsets to remove potential hazards. Engineering staff is reviewing the bids and the lowest responsible bidder will be awarded the contract at the July 10
th
City Council Meeting.
School Routes Improvement Projects
Engineering received five bids this week for the School Routes Improvement Projects. These projects will improve school routes at locations listed below:
- Los Altos Avenue/West Portola Avenue Crosswalk Improvements
- Covington Road at Riverside Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
- Springer Road/Fremont Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
- Grant Road/Morton Avenue Pedestrian Improvements
- Crosswalk Improvements at St. Joseph Avenue and Deodara Drive
Improvements include crosswalk enhancements, curb ramp installations, concrete islands for pedestrian refuge, pavement striping and signage. Engineering staff is reviewing the bids and the lowest responsible bidder will be awarded the contract at the July 10 City Council Meeting.
BID - On-Call Sanitary Sewer Spot Repairs and CCTV Inspection Services
The City issued a bid this week for on-call repairs to the City’s sanitary sewer system on an as needed basis. Bids are due on Thursday, July 26, 2018 and award to the lowest responsible bidder is anticipated at the August 28, 2018 City Council Meeting.
RFP – Design and Engineering Services for Police Station EOC
The City issued a Request for Proposals this week for the design and engineering services for the Police Station Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Project. This project will provide a new, approximately 1,200 sq. ft. essential building addition to the existing police station that will serve as the EOC for the City. Proposals are due to the City on Tuesday, July 31, 2018.
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Recreation & Community Services
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Summer Concerts Series
Our third Summer Concert will be held on Thursday, June 28th from 6:30pm-7:30pm at Hillview Park. Come join us for a wonderful summer night of music provided by the California Beach Boys Experience/Tribute Band. Bring your family, pack a picnic dinner and enjoy the fun classic tunes that will bring those fun summer memories back.
Our first Summer Concert took place on Saturday, June 16th from 6:00pm-7:30pm at Hillview Park Soccer Field. The Peninsula Symphony performed beautifully. There were 300 participants that came out to enjoy the festivities. Continue to join us at each concert that will be taking place each Thursday from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. We will have a staff tent set up for you to stop by to pick up a summer activity guide, summer concert schedule and more. Looking forward to seeing you there.
Glorious 4th
The City would like to invite you to the annual Glorious 4th event that will be taking place on Wednesday, July 04, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. This event will be taking place at Shoup Park. There will be plenty of food, music, kid’s games and more!
Senior Programs
The next Senior Commission Meeting will be taking place at Grant Park (1575 Holt Ave., Los Altos, Ca) on Monday, July 2nd at 3:30pm in Room 1.
On Friday, July 6th Coffee on the Patio will be taking place at the Hillview Community Center Senior Program at 9:00am. In addition, the movie – TRUMBO will be taking place at 1:00pm. Please check in with Senior Center Staff for more details.
Wednesday, July 4th Senior Programs taking place at Hillview Community Center and Grant Park are closed due to the holiday.
Grant Park Location:
Monday: July 9th
(16th &
23rd
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Advanced Care Planning Workshop:
A 3-day workshop that includes videos, discussions and help with
completion of a legally binding directive, 12:00pm-2:00pm in Room 4. Led by Commissioner Doris Hawks Torbeck, MA, JD and William Bucholz, MD along with El Camino Hospital.
Los Altos Hills vs. Los Altos Softball Game
Cheer on your Town at the 1st Annual Los Altos Hills vs. Los Altos Adult Softball Game!
- Date: August 18, 2018
- Day: Saturday
- Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
- Location: Purissima Park, 27400 Purissima Road, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Want to join the Team? Contact Sarah at srobustelli@losaltoshills.ca.gov or 650-947-2518 and she will put you in touch with your Team Captain.
Job Opportunities
For more information about our programs, please visit LosAltosRecreation.org or call 650-947-2790.
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City Council Open Office Hours
Visit Open Office Hours and personally connect with Los Altos City Council members. At each event, one City Council member will be available to the public for a two-hour period to answer questions, receive input and discuss topics of interest to community members. All are welcome.
Upcoming Open Office Hours
Friday, July 6, 2018
3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Hillview Community Center, Room 2
Thursday, July 19, 2018
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Grant Park Community Center, Room 3
Sunday, August 5, 2018
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hillview Community Center, Room 2
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City of Los Altos | (650) 947-2700 | www.losaltosca.gov
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