Politics & Government

Who Are We, Palo Alto? And Where Are We Going?

An upcoming community conversation will address the city's future. Residents are invited for input and participation!

A community conversation, Our Palo Alto, about the City's future, with input and participation from citizens, is set for April 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the downtown library. 

Our Palo Alto will create opportunities for dialogue around ideas, actions and design, and discuss community issues and design a long-term plan for the future. 

The first such event on Wednesday, April 23 will get the conversation started.

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"Who are Palo Altans? How is our population changing? What will the city's demographics looks look over the next 10 to 20 years?"

The answers to these questions will undoubtedly impact future demand for housing and schools, say organizers.

The lively, interactive and informative panel discussion will be moderated by former Mayor Sid Espinosa, on the demographic and economic trends affecting our community, and what the changes in our population mean for the City’s future.  

Panel speakers include:

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  • Steve Levy, Center for Continuing Study of the California Economy
  • David Harris, The Institute for the Future
  • Ann Dunkin, Palo Alto Unified School District
Attendees will also have the opportunity to view Made Into America, an online archive of stories from people in the Bay Area about their families’ immigration to the U.S. 

The Palo Alto Downtown Library is at 270 Forest Ave., and admission is free.

This event is co-sponsored by the City of Palo Alto and Green Planning Action.


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