A new coalition that includes former mayors, philanthropists, athletes and civic volunteers is spearheading a $33-million campaign to revive a popular project: building Palo Alto s first city-owned gym.
In this week s Around Town column, Palo Alto High School students earn Eagle Scout honors, the City Council walks back on cutting commission bloat and a local theatre group earns a Bay Area award.
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Eager for a breakthrough after a decade of scuttled plans and shattered dreams, the Palo Alto City Council endorsed on Monday a proposal to expand the city s control of Cubberley Community Center through a long-term ground lease.
Palo Alto s elected leaders all agree that creating more holidays will help spread awareness, show inclusiveness and combat hate crimes. To that end, they will consider designating Juneteenth and Cesar Chavez Day as paid holidays.