Why Does Palo Alto Own 15% of East Palo Alto?

Palo Alto owns 15% of East Palo Alto’s land—despite being in a different county. It’s time for East Palo Alto to reclaim this underused space and transform it into parks, trails, and public assets.
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Ride Plus in East Palo Alto: Data-Driven Opportunities for Improved Mobility

At the April 16, 2025 Public Works & Transportation Commission meeting, I presented SamTrans Ride Plus statistics. The slides can be viewed here: SamTrans Ride Plus Statistics East Palo AltoSamTrans Ride Plus Statistics East Palo Alto Chris Kao April 16, 2025Google Docs The video link is here: https://cityofepa.granicus.
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Say Yes to New Housing

Let's start with an obvious statement: East Palo Alto has a severe housing shortage and we need to build a lot more housing to meet the extreme demand. At a recent City Council meeting, we considered an appeal from a resident seeking to convert their existing backyard garage
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Partnering with EPACENTER

East Palo Alto City Council Prioritizes Arts and Culture Through EPACENTER Partnership In a recent East Palo Alto City Council meeting, a significant step was taken to enrich our community's cultural landscape. The City Council voted to make collaborating with EPACENTER a city priority, a move I strongly
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Ask311: Search Vehicle Accidents and Illegal Dumpings Near You with AI

I built a tool that uses AI and maps to help you search for local vehicle accidents and illegal dumping data. Just enter an address and question—like “how many crashes near University & Purdue?”—and get answers pulled from real public records. Try it out!
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Let's Open Up the YMCA to EPA Residents

East Palo Alto City Council has long prioritized community health as a goal of the city. We are heading into budgeting season for the city, and I think we should put our money where our mouth is. As a Member of City Council, I will be proposing a pilot program
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