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City to rein in consultants

By Daniel Schrager Daily Post Staff Writer

Palo Alto’s City Council will examine its use of outside consultants, which cost the city $27 million last year.

City Manager Ed Shikada will ask the council on Wednesday to weigh in on how to rein in the city’s rampant use of consultants.

Last year, council brought in con-

SANTOS FREED: President Trump said yesterday he has commuted the sentence of former Congressman George Santos, a fellow Republican who is serving more than seven years in prison for identity theft.

GUARD CALL-UP DISPUTED:

The Trump administration yesterday asked the Supreme Court to allow the deployment of National Guard troops in the Chicago area to quell street violence.

UNIVERSITY COMPACT: The five universities that were still weighing President Trump’s higher-education compact were asked to join a White House call yesterday to discuss the proposed deal. By the end of the day, one of the schools — the University of Virginia — had already declined to sign the agreement.

BAG LAWSUIT: California

Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing three plastic-bag makers, alleging they misled people by falsely claiming their supermarket bags were recyclable.

BOLTON SURRENDERS: John Bolton, who previously served [See THE UPDATE, page 4]

After spending $27M last year

sultants to assist with planning, design, engineering, permitting and programming, as well as conducting studies to present in front of the council. Shikada’s report to council on the topic said consultants can offer valuable expertise on technical issues.

“Consultants bring valuable technical and professional expertise, while city staff offer familiarity with local context, including community expectations, data resources, and internal procedures,” Shikada’s report said.

The council hired consultants for a

total of 44 projects last year. That included spending $4 million on a group of consultants to help with inspections and plan reviews.

“I’m sure everybody is kind of in agreement: We probably over-utilize consultants a bit,” Councilman Greer Stone said at a May meeting on the topic. The city spent $2.7 million hiring

[See CONSULTANTS, page 18]

No Kings protests here today

Big crowds of protesters are expected today in thousands of places around the U.S., including in Palo Alto, Redwood City, San Carlos and Mountain View in opposition to what some are characterizing as increasingly authoritarian practices by President Donald Trump.

It’s the second “No Kings” protest and third mass movement against the administration this year, and it comes amid an intensifying conflict between federal law enforcement and protesters nationwide.

Some conservative politicians have condemned the protests as “Hate America” rallies, while others say that it represents a “patriotic” fight for First Amendment rights.

Here is what to expect today.

Ezra Levin, a leading organizer of

[See PROTESTS, page 18]

New law regulates police use of AI

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence — also known as AI — has sent schools, companies, and other entities scrambling to get a handle on what it means to have a computer do the work that may take hours, days or weeks for a human. It also raises many questions

of ethics, especially when it is easier for a high school student to cheat by having AI write an essay or report, or when images can be created to deceive or mislead.

Due to the challenges posed by AI, Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed over a

dozen bills so far this year on the topic, making California the country’s leading AI regulator.

One such bill was signed Oct. 10 and regulates the use of AI by police departments. When organizations as

[See AI, page 6]

LAST TIME — Singer and activist Joan Baez spoke at the June 14 No Kings protest in Rinconada Park. Photo by Jim Bolton via Probonophoto.

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Here’s what’s on the local agenda

Housing: Council will update its downtown housing plan and discuss SB79, a new state law promoting development near transit stops.

PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL

5:30 p.m., Monday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Interview: Council will interview a candidate for the Parks and Rec Commission.

Cubberley: Council will get an update on the master plan for the Cubberley Community Center.

La Comida: Council may sign a 10-year, $1 agreement for La Comida to operate out of a portion of a cityowned building at 445 Bryant St.

Pipes: Council may approve up to $9.8 million for a gas main replacement through the Duveneck/St. Francis, Leland Manor, Midtown and Palo Verde neighborhoods.

Fire: Council may approve new fire chief Stephen Lindsey’s contract.

RVs: Council may approve a new plan to regulate and provide some services for people living out of RVs parked on city streets.

Utilities: Council will vote on a proposal to raise connection fees for water, gas and electricity.

5:30 p.m., Wednesday

Appointments: Council will appoint candidates to commissions on public art, parks and human relations.

Consultants: Council will review the city’s use of outside consultants.

PALO ALTO STORMWATER OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

2 p.m., Monday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Updates: The committee will get updates on the budget, construction and operations.

Trash: The committee will discuss reducing trash in the storm drains.

PALO ALTO FINANCE COMMITTEE

5:30 p.m., Tuesday

250 Hamilton Ave.

Liability: The committee will discuss the city’s liability insurance.

Investments: The committee will discuss the city’s investment advisors.

MOUNTAIN VIEW CITY COUNCIL

6 p.m., Tuesday

500 Castro St.

Commission: Council will interview applicants for the Environmental Planning Commission.

MOUNTAIN VIEW ADMINISTRATIVE

ZONING HEARING

4 p.m., Wednesday

500 Castro St.

Castro: A zoning administrator may approve an eight-story, mixeduse development with 140 condos and two levels of underground

parking at the corner of Castro Street and El Camino Real.

Research: A zoning administrator may allow research and development to go in an office at 1025 Terra Bella Ave.

MOUNTAIN VIEW RENTAL HOUSING COMMITTEE

6 p.m., Thursday

500 Castro St.

Appeal: The board will hear an appeal from landlord Satya Varpu regarding a hearing officer’s decision about complaints at an apartment at 247 Andsbury Ave.

LOS ALTOS PARKS, ARTS, REC & CULTURE COMMISSION

6:30 p.m., Tuesday 97 Hillview Ave.

Fitness: Commissioners will discuss replacing the fitness equipment at Hillview Park.

SANTA CLARA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

9:30 a.m., Tuesday

70 W. Hedding Street, San Jose Taser: Sheriff Bob Jonsen will give a report on the first six months of using Tasers in the jail.

ICE: Supervisors may discuss restricting ICE from using county-owned property.

SAN MATEO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

9 a.m., Tuesday

500 County Center, Redwood City

Sheriff: Supervisors will discuss options to replace former Sheriff Christina Corpus.

Civilian: The Independent Civilian Advisory Commission on the Sheriff's Office will give a presentation.

Lawsuits: Supervisors will meet behind closed doors to discuss lawsuits filed by former Sheriff Christina Corpus.

MENLO PARK CITY COUNCIL

5:30 p.m., Tuesday 751 Laurel St.

Lawsuit: In closed session, council will discuss initiating a lawsuit.

Library: Council will appoint an applicant to the Library Commission.

Wage: Council may raise minimum wage to $17.55 per hour starting on Jan. 1.

Child: Council may apply for a state grant for the Belle Haven Child Development Center.

Study: Council may participate in a $744,136 study with ten other cities to justify fees on developers for affordable housing and office development.

Caregiver: Supervisors will get an update on a study about adult caregivers.

Budget: Supervisors will discuss the budget.

THE

Building: Council may approve new building codes that encourage electric appliances.

Emissions: Councilman Jeff Schmidt will ask council to discuss

[See AGENDAS, page 19]

UPDATE FROM PAGE 1

as President Trump’s national security adviser, surrendered yesterday after he was indicted on charges of illegally transmitting and retaining top secret documents.

ANDREW GIVES UP TITLES: Prince Andrew said yesterday he is giving up his royal title of the Duke of York and other honors after newspapers hammered away at his friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

LUCKY BILLIONAIRE GOVERNOR: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, billionaire heir to the Hyatt Hotel chain, reported a gambling windfall of $1.4 million on his federal tax return this week. The two-term Democrat, often mentioned as a 2028 presidential candidate, told reporters that he drew charmed hands in blackjack in Sin City. “I was incredibly lucky,” he said.

DEL TACO SOLD: The fast food chain with 550 stores has been sold by Jack in the Box’s parent company to Yadav Enterprises in Fremont for $115 million. In the transaction, Yadav is also getting scattered franchises for Jack in the Box, Denny’s, El Pollo Loco and Nick the Greek.

FEWER TRANS KIDS: New data taken from college campuses shows a sharp decline in the number of Gen Zers (ages 13-28 years old) identifying as transgender over the past three years, according to University of Buckingham Professor Eric Kaufmann. He found the trend peaked in 2023 at 6.8%, and has dropped by half since then.

Deaths

San Mateo County Coroner’s Office: Oct. 16

Julio Cesar Franco, 36, of Belmont

Carol Conti, 86, no hometown listed

Keith Edwin Turner, 66, of Pacifica

Santa Clara County Medical Examiner’s Office:

Oct. 1

Sonia Trabanino, 74, of Redwood City

Sept. 28

Mohammad Sharifi, 75, of Mountain View

Yannian Luo, 60, of San Francisco

Hideo Nishimura, 98, of Mountain View

Daniel Meda Jr., 40, of Valley Springs, died after crashing his truck in Palo Alto.

Sept. 26

Dina Ellis, 49, of Sunnyvale

Sept. 25

Albert Stratz, 97, of Mountain View

Vincent Russo, 102, of Los Altos

Sept. 24

Ana Rodriguez, 72, of Redwood City

Todd Smith, 85, of Palo Alto

Brett Williams, 49, of Mountain View

Births

El Camino Hospital in Mountain View: April 4

Tara Bandaru, a girl

Aneesh Bindoo, a boy

Arihant Balireddi Dubey, a boy

Anna Lily Ebrahimpour, a girl

Gael Erazo Alfaro, a boy

Jonathan Kwok Flath, a boy

Viraj Goyal, a boy

Kiera Mary Reyes Medal, a girl

Cristian Paraskevas Mythis, a boy

Rowan Chanbyul Tompkins, a boy

Anish Vaidya Prabhu, a boy

The City of Palo Alto staff released a 25-page report on October 9, 2025, in preparation for the upcoming October 20, 2025 City Council meeting on the RV Parking issue.

In that report, staff described their “stakeholder engagement” process as follows:

Nitara Vignesh, a girl

Abhimanyu Vohra, a boy

Avyay Yellamraju, a boy

April 3

Rosemeen Awais, a girl

Emily Linda Beardsall, a girl

Asvi Guglani Bhatia, a girl

Kai Charles Eklund, a boy

August Ender Ellis, a boy

Aarna Haldiya, a girl

Charles Darius McAlpine, a boy

Kian Milani, a boy

Zoe Ruoyi Sun, a girl

Raghav Tirumalai, a boy

Vedha Tirumalai, a girl

Elliott James Yasawadi, a boy

Ayeh Sadat Asghari, a girl

Lucas Graham Yasawadi, a boy

April 2

Adam Hesham Aboumousa, a boy

Madison Gene Fenton, a girl

Ashuja Kumar, a girl

Vindhya Anne Malireddy, a girl

Ahana Maskai, a girl

Avyaan Ameya Phadke, a boy

Seyyon Sashwath, a boy

Saisha Srivastava, a girl

Ayaan Mohammad Umar, a boy

Thomas Vicente Valdez Wilson, a boy

Jay Brady Winterlin, a boy

Ren Ryo Yatsui, a boy

Aurora Zhang, a girl

April 1

Meili Rose Andrews, a girl

Aria Quinn Chu, a girl

Mahir Muhtadi Karim, a boy

Tara Sharath Kashyap, a girl

Kai Otani, a boy

Hamzah Abdalkareem Qaraman, a boy

Shine Sun, a girl

Hening Zang, a girl

Ethan Zheng, a boy

“Staff has made some preliminary efforts to gather feedback from the community on the Committee’s recommendation. This included seeking input from the “RV Dwellers Group” of service providers, a representative of Stanford University, members of the faith-based community, City staff, a City Councilmember, and a Human Relations Commission member,”

NOTICE WHO IS MISSING?

Residents. Businesses.

Employees who work in Palo Alto

The very people most impacted by this ongoing problem were not contacted. That is unacceptable.

SAVE LEGAL PARKING

PALO ALTOPlease Follow the Law

Who in the City of Palo Alto made the decision to break the law to not tow RVs parked illegally in Palo Alto?

#1 Palo Alto City Council?

#2 Ed Shikada, PA City Manager?

#3 Andrew Binder, PA Police Chief? #4 Palo Alto Voters? WAS IT?

The citizens, businesses, and their employees have the right to know.

The answer to this question should be made public before the city council meeting on October 20, 2025.

THE ORDINANCE STATES:

“No vehicle, including oversized vehicles, trailers, and RVs, can be legally parked or be left standing on any Palo Alto street for a consecutive period of 72 hours.”

This ordinance is not being enforced. As a result, approx. 290 RVs are parked illegally on Palo Alto streets.

The signs are posted. The laws are written. Without enforcement, they mean nothing!

AI –––––––

complex as law enforcement create reports using generative AI, any errors or other omissions could directly impact suspects and defendants.

Senate Bill 524, authored by state Sen. Jesse Arreguin, D-Oakland, clarifies the use of generative AI by officers and departments using it to streamline vital official paperwork.

Though many officers will say they love their job, few say they love all the paperwork involved, so departments have welcomed the technology. For example, Axon, the company known for its body-worn cameras used by police departments, is one company developing generative AI-powered software to create police reports.

Disclosures required

Until the introduction of SB524, departments were not required to disclose if a report was generated by AI and/or which version of the software was employed. Beginning on Jan. 1, any police

reports created all or partially by AI must disclose that fact and include the phrase, “This report was written either fully or in part using artificial intelligence.”

The department must also disclose what version of software was used. Departments must keep the first draft for as long as the final draft is retained, and identify the person who created the report. Police are also required to verify everything that was generated in the AI-written report and avow that it is true and correct with a signature.

Worried about hallucinations

Arreguin and criminal justice reform proponents of the bill were concerned that AI-generated reports may introduce critical errors that could harm a person's defense or case. Since AI has been compared to the workings of a human brain, when it gets things wrong, these errors are dubbed “hallucinations.”

“We’re not going to gamble with personal liberty,” said Arreguin on his website about the bill.

Times shown are when a report was made to police. Information

lice

PALO ALTO

OCT. 1

5:06 p.m. — Identity theft, 3800 block of Laguna Ave.

OCT. 6

3:28 p.m. — Jazzaraye Jackson, 18, of Oakland, and five juveniles all arrested for organized retail theft and conspiracy to commit a crime, El Camino. One of the juveniles is also arrested for hit-and-run.

OCT. 8

1:14 p.m. — Don Allan Reese, 59, transient, arrested for creating a public nuisance, 400 block of Bryant St.

6:10 p.m. — Thomas Eugene Smith, 62, transient, arrested for creating a public nuisance, 400 block of Lytton Ave.

9:37 p.m. — Auto burglary, 100 block of California Ave.

OCT. 9

11:54 a.m. — Stephen Baker, 55, transient, arrested for creating a public nuisance, Forest Ave. and Ramona St.

OCT. 10

7:14 a.m. — James O’Dell Bennette, 41, of San Jose, arrested for creating a public nuisance. Location not disclosed.

5:39 p.m. — Grand theft, 2700 block of Gaspar Court.

5:44 p.m. — Grand theft from a vehicle, 1500 block of Arastradero Road.

OCT. 11

10:09 p.m. — Auto burglary, 4200 block of El Camino.

SUNDAY

8:37 a.m. — Vandalism, 500 block of Cowper St.

4:32 p.m. — Credit or debit card fraud, 80 block of Los Robles Ave.

9:09 p.m. — Petty theft, 700 block of Sutter Ave.

MONDAY

8:22 a.m. — Craig Joseph Caron, 53, of Redwood City, arrested for violation of a court order and on a warrant, 300 block of Channing Ave.

9:11 a.m. — Vehicle stolen, 300 block of Hamilton Ave.

10:50 a.m. — Petty theft, 4200 block of Wilkie Way.

12:41 p.m. — Grand theft, 2100 block of W. Bayshore Road.

3:14 p.m. — Michael Philip Lugea, 64, transient, arrested for creating a public nuisance, 2400 block of Faber Place.

9:25 p.m. — Auto burglary, 2300 block of Birch St.

TUESDAY

9:53 a.m. — Credit or debit card fraud, 1200 block of Page Mill Road.

10:39 a.m. — Shoplifting, 2100 block of W. Bayshore Road.

2:38 p.m. — Larry Jude Castro, 61, of Mountain View, arrested for creating a public nuisance, 1000 block of E. Meadow Circle.

2:39 p.m. — Maurice Lajuan Hicks, 52, of Palo Alto, cited on a warrant, Palo Alto Police Dept.

5:20 p.m. — Auto burglary, 300 block of University Ave.

MENLO PARK

THURSDAY

12:04 p.m. — Michael Alarcon, 28, of San Jose, arrested on a warrant, Middle Ave. and Hermosa Way.

1:05 p.m. — Fraud, 2200 block of Sharon Road.

8:32 p.m. — Vehicle collision causes injuries, Bayfront Expressway and University Ave.

11:56 p.m. — Gabriella Montes, 37, of San Francisco, cited for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, Willow Road at the railroad tracks.

STANFORD

OCT. 9

8:14 a.m. — Bicycle stolen, 400 block of Via Ortega.

1:32 p.m. — Vehicle stolen, 400 block of Mayfield Ave.

11:05 p.m. — Patrik Kjell Ake Johansson, 37, of San Francisco, cited for resisting police, Arboretum Road and Palm Drive.

MOUNTAIN VIEW

OCT. 10

8:12 a.m. — Vandalism at Petco, 1919 W. El Camino.

2:01 p.m. — Grand theft, 100 block of Georgetown Court.

2:55 p.m. — Identity theft, 300 block of Escuela Ave.

5:02 p.m. — Burglary at a business, 1800 block of N. Shoreline Blvd.

10:20 p.m. — Auto burglary, 1900 block of Leghorn St.

11:02 p.m. — Auto burglary, 200 block of Hope St.

11:10 p.m. — Auto burglary, 400 block of Bryant St.

11:29 p.m. — Eduardo Molina Hernandez, 27, of Santa Clara, arrested for DUI, hit-and-run and driving without a license, Rengstorff Park.

ATHERTON

THURSDAY

11:01 a.m. — Noninjury hit-andrun, El Camino

REDWOOD CITY

WEDNESDAY

7:59 a.m. — Arturo Chun, 42, arrested on a warrant, Hopkins Ave. and Nevada St.

9:11 a.m. — Rudy Jauregui, 62, arrested for theft of someone else’s lost property, possession of drug paraphernalia and on a warrant, 1600 block of Broadway.

2 p.m. — Jose Lizarraga Jr., 25, arrested for domestic battery and sexual battery, Hopkins Ave. and Lowell St.

3 p.m. — Michael Dowayne London, 49, cited for driving with a suspended or revoked license and driving the wrong way down a road, Veterans Blvd. and Woodside Road.

4:42 p.m. — Tridarell Ayers, 32, arrested for public drunkenness, 1900 block of Broadway.

4:51 p.m. — Preston Bryant Matthews, 64, cited for drug possession, 900 block of Middlefield Road. Citation given by San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies.

5:09 p.m. — Eric Thomas Chester, 50, arrested for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia and possession of a fake or forged check or similar item, Redwood Shores Parkway and Highway 101.

7:59 p.m. — Richard Enrique Maciel, 37, arrested for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia, 700 block of Hamilton St. Arrest made by San Mateo County sheriff’s deputies.

10:52 p.m. — Eduardo Nijcubule, 30, arrested for DUI, Jefferson Ave. and Dover Road.

WOODSIDE

WEDNESDAY

8:50 p.m. — Kirvin Nehemias Glsalgado, 28, cited on a warrant, Farm Hill Blvd. and The Loop Road.

BELMONT

THURSDAY

11:56 a.m. — Rudolph Oscern Ross Robinson, 25, arrested for possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia and obstructing police, 500 block of Ralston Ave.

12:17 p.m. — Victim defrauded of $23,000, Carlmont Drive.

3 p.m. — Battery, Alameda de las Pulgas.

4:14 p.m. — Person steals alcohol from a store, El Camino.

11:32 p.m. — Man steals liquor from a store, El Camino.

CHP

From the Redwood City office of the CHP, which covers the Mid-Peninsula.

OCT. 2

Javier Godinez, 32, arrested for DUI and recklessly evading police in a vehicle.

OCT. 3

Katharine E. Beers, 60, arrested for DUI.

Ricky V. Corvera, 20, arrested for DUI.

OCT. 4

Enson Rodrigue-Barrios, 27, arrested for DUI.

Luiz A. Torres Avila, 29, arrested for DUI.

OCT. 5

Fernando Becerra Rodriguez, 43, arrested for DUI.

Pablo A. Galicia Lopez, 47, arrested for DUI.

Susana Mariaventura, 39, arrested for assault and trespassing. Nomaan F. Shaikh, 32, arrested for DUI.

SEPT. 21

Carlos E. Ceja Huerta, 38, arrested for DUI.

Diana I. Porcopio, 20, arrested for DUI.

Hugo R. Soto Jr., 23, arrested for DUI and driving with a suspended or revoked license.

Oscar H. Zet Boror, 41, arrested for DUI.

Real Estate

The Daily Post prints the latest real estate transactions.

PALO ALTO

315 W. Meadow Drive, 94306, 4 bedrooms, 1710 square feet, built in 1960, Caballes Living Trust to Mila Maddox Invests Inc for $2,910,000, closed Sept. 19

2268 Oberlin St., 94306, 3 bedrooms, 1822 square feet, built in 1928, Sasagawa Family Trust to Nathan and Rachel Hopper for $3,610,000, closed Sept. 17

665 Towle Way, 94306, 5 bedrooms, 2713 square feet, built in 1964, Uebbing Family Trust to Qian and Yingbo Zhou for $3,912,000, closed Sept. 17

4080 Amaranta Ave., 94306, 3 bedrooms, 5485 square feet, built in 1952, Choong Family Trust to 4080 Amaranta LLC for $4,979,000, closed Sept. 15

MENLO PARK

448 Felton Drive, 94025, 3 bedrooms, 1750 square feet, built in 1937, Samanta and Timothy Key to Craig and Elba Beyer for $2,875,000, closed Aug. 25 (last sale: $2,475,000, 08-29-19)

329 Pope St., 94025, 3 bedrooms, 2490 square feet, built in 1926, Kristi and Robert Lutge to Jesslyn and Ahmad Byagowi for $2,976,000, closed Aug. 26

480 Sherwood Way, 94025, 5 bedrooms, 1840 square feet, built in 1954, Dr and Kmr Living Trust to Aro Properties Norcal 1 LLC for $3,100,000, closed Aug. 27 (last sale: $450,000, 05-01-91)

2150 Valparaiso Ave., 94025, 3 bedrooms, 1870 square feet, built in 1948, Monique Schoonbrood to Robert and Kristine Toney for $3,100,000, closed Aug. 27 (last sale: $800,000, 01-08-04)

2049 Santa Cruz Ave., 94025, 4 bedrooms, 1560 square feet, built in 1962, Countrywide LLC to Charles and Boya Fang for $3,300,000, closed Aug. 26 (last sale: $2,055,000, 03-12-24)

MOUNTAIN VIEW

2014 W. Middlefield Road, 94043, 2 bedrooms, 1621 square feet, built in 2020, Kuangyi and Liding Yu to Laura and Athanasios Ramkaj for $1,630,000, closed Sept. 16 (last sale: $1,665,000, 07-23-21)

12 Church St. #10, 94041, 2101 square feet, built in 1967, Mukam LLC to Loan Nguyen for $2,255,000, closed Sept. 19 (last sale: $2,000,000, 06-07-18)

787 San Clemente Way, 94043, 5 bedrooms, 1950 square feet, built in 1964, Hannibald Zeelig to Di Liu for $2,389,500, closed Sept. 16

929 Rincon St., 94040,

3 bedrooms, 1679 square feet, built in 2009, Christine Hou to Natalia and Victor Bivol for $2,684,000, closed Sept. 18 (last sale: $899,000, 08-11-09)

LOS ALTOS

1847 Fallen Leaf Lane, 94024, 3 bedrooms, 1472 square feet, built in 1953, Wada Trust to Siyue Wu for $3,180,000, closed Sept. 16

20 Bay Tree Lane, 94022, 2 bedrooms, 1840 square feet, built in 1972, Rappaport Living Trust to Morabito Family Trust for $3,250,000, closed Sept. 16

770 Mora Drive, 94024, 4 bedrooms, 2056 square feet, built in 1953, Pierce Family Trust to Alexis and Peter Haman for $3,600,000, closed Sept. 18

722 Distel Drive, 94022, 3 bedrooms, 2058 square feet, built in 1962, KohleCrooks Living Trust to Panchal Living Trust for $3,800,000, closed Sept. 15

2083 Louise Lane, 94024, 4 bedrooms, 2599 square feet, built in 1960, Hhh Property Group LLC to Selma and Wassym Said for $4,800,000, closed Sept. 19 (last sale: $3,225,000, 06-17-24)

REDWOOD CITY

1428 Redwood Ave., 94061, 3 bedrooms, 1470 square feet, built in 1948, Chieko Trust to Bianca and Christopher English for $1,800,000, closed Aug. 27

to me about buyer’s side commissions, off market opportunities, and more.

Over $500M in transactions.

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Broker Associate, Attorney, General Contractor

bob@sereno.com 650.245.0245 DRE 01229105

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PALO ALTO OPPORTUNITY. Caleb Fenner & Lynne Mercer are pleased to present 3136 Genevieve Court in Palo Alto. Midtown Palo Alto charmer! Set on a generous ~7,000 sq ft lot, this 3BD/2BA home is on the market for the first time since 1952 and tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac. Freshly updated with new interior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and landscaped yards, it features a light-filled living/dining combo plus a separate family room with sliding doors opening to outdoor living spaces. Please call Caleb (408) 4826487 or Lynne (650) 906-0162 for more information.

CARMEL BAYVIEW RETREAT. Tim Allen is pleased to present 571 Viejo Road in Carmel. Designed by acclaimed local architect Olof Dahlstrand, this 5 bed/5.5 bath architectural masterpiece offers 5,777 sf of inspired living on five tranquil acres in Carmel. Crafted in redwood and teak, the home features walls of glass framing sweeping Monterey Bay and forest views. Highlights include multiple living areas, five fireplaces, two kitchens with professional-grade appliances, a sauna, artist studio, and detached four-car garage. A rare retreat that seamlessly unites design, nature, and light just minutes from downtown Carmel and Monterey. Please call Tim (831) 214-1990 for more information.

retreat in the coveted Hidden Hills neighborhood, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Carmel Valley and the Santa Lucia Mountains. The main home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 2,277 sf of thoughtfully designed living space, highlighted by an open chef’s kitchen with gas range, island, and vaulted ceilings. A separate 935 sf 1-bedroom ADU with full kitchen and bath is ideal for guests or rental income. Outdoor living shines with expansive decks, landscaped grounds, and sweeping views. Please call Carmel Realty Company (831) 622-1000 for more information.

STYLISH OASIS. Kathy Bridgman is pleased to present 5349 Beechwood Lane in Los Altos. This newly remodeled 4 bed/3 bath home offers 2,487 sf of stylish living on a beautifully landscaped 14,260 sf lot with pool and spa. The open ﬂoor plan includes a spacious living room with ﬁreplace, formal dining room, and an all-new white kitchen with stainless steel appliances. The main level features three bedrooms, including one with an en suite bath and yard access, while the upstairs primary suite boasts a new bath, private deck, and direct access to the backyard. Please call Kathy (650) 868-7677 for more information.

call Coleen (650) 380-0085 or Carolyn (650) 9468122 for more information.

TIMELESS DESIGN. Karen Fryling & Rebecca Johnson are pleased to present 630 La Mesa Drive in Portola Valley. Modern updates and designer details throughout. Expansive open floor plan with large living spaces and abundant natural light. Open chef’s kitchen with large center island, dining area, and adjoining family room. Spacious, flat backyard and paver patio with built-in BBQ and gas firepit. Home approximately 2,350 sq. feet and lot size 9,879 sq. feet. Please call Karen (650) 281-8752 or Rebecca (650) 438-2331 for more information.

TIMELESS DESIGN. Keri Nicholas is pleased to present 60 Linaria Way in Portola Valley. Located in a sought-after neighborhood, this beautifully designed home offers elegant living with high ceilings, a fireplace, and formal dining room. The chef’s eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar opens to a family room with fireplace and skylight. Featuring 3 bed/3 bath plus an office or possible 4th bed, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet, double sinks, and stall shower. Set on a landscaped 12,561 sf lot with abundant natural light, laundry room, and central heating and air, all within the award-winning Las Lomitas school district. Please call Keri (650) 533-7373 for more information.

PANORAMIC VALLEY VIEWS. Carmel Realty is pleased to present 11605 McCarthy Road in Carmel Valley. Welcome home to this stunning single-level

PALO VERDE CHARM. Alex Wang is pleased to present 3615 Evergreen Drive in Palo Alto. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath, 1,941 sf home on a 7,056 sf lot offers timeless comfort and classic Palo Alto charm. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in the coveted Palo Verde neighborhood, it features bright, inviting interiors and a seamless indoor/outdoor ﬂow ideal for family living and entertaining. A one-car garage and serene setting complete this exceptional home. Please call Alex (650) 800-8840 for more information.

MODERN WOODSIDE ESCAPE. Erika Demma is pleased to present 6 Friars Lane in Woodside. This remodeled, solar-powered modern home showcases sleek design and sweeping San Francisco Bay views on over 3 acres of mostly level land. Spanning approximately 4,300 sf, it includes 4 bedrooms, an ofﬁce, 2 full and 2 half baths, plus an 860 sf 3-car garage. The property features a pool, spa, expansive deck, freestanding sauna, and newly landscaped grounds. Powered by solar with 4 Tesla Powerwalls, this exceptional retreat combines cutting-edge sustainability with resort-style living. Please call Erika (650) 740-2970 for more information.

PORTOLA VALLEY SERENITY. Coleen Foraker and Carolyn Keddington are pleased to present 35 Bear Paw in Portola Valley. This refined 3 bed/2.5 bath, 2,615 sf home on a 22,670 sf lot is nestled in the coveted Portola Valley Ranch community. With clean architectural lines, clerestory windows, and eucalyptus floors, it offers light-filled contemporary living. Enjoy a chef’s kitchen with custom cherry cabinetry, an elegant primary suite with hillside views, and access to premier amenities including pools, tennis, and hiking trails— all just minutes from

Stanford and Highway 280. A serene retreat that perfectly blends nature, design, and comfort. Please

CHIC TOWNHOME LIVING. Lynn North just sold 139 Easy Street in Mountain View. This stunning end-unit townhome offers 1,406 sf of beautifully remodeled living with 2 bed/2.5 bath and an upstairs family room that can serve as a 3rd bed. Enjoy a private patio and yard on a 3,069 sf lot surrounded by birch trees. Features include a new kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, hardwood floors, and designer finishes. Located in the coveted Somerset Townhomes near top-rated Mountain View schools, this home is perfect for first-time buyers or investors. Please call Lynn (650) 703-6437 for your home buying questions and needs.

MODERN MIXED-USE GEM. Steve Neithammer is pleased to present 235 Alma Street in Palo Alto. This exceptional mixed-use property features 3 bed/3.5 bath with 3,940 sf of total space on a 5,625 sf lot. The fully remodeled 2,560 sf front house showcases highend finishes and flexible use for residential or commercial purposes, with a lower level ready for customization. The 1,380 sf rear building offers high ceilings, skylights, and versatility for offices, retail, restaurant, or studio use. Zoned for multiple uses and ideally located near Caltrain and downtown, the property is surrounded by mature and new landscaping for a peaceful, private setting. Please call Steve (650) 520-6290 for more information.

consultants for water quality control plant planning and $2.4 million for the design of a downtown parking garage.

But consultants can save the city money by having fewer full-time employees on board.

“In some cases, the city outsources as a first step before adding permanent staff due to concerns around long-term financial commitments and the need to sustain consistent workloads,” Shikada said.

Consultants also let the city offer a wider range of services than it could otherwise, according to Shikada.

Where are they needed?

The goal of Wednesday’s conversation is to streamline the processes the city uses when hiring consultants, rather than to eliminate the use of consultants altogether.

Shikada said council will look to identify where consultants are and aren’t needed, clarify consultants’ roles and develop a guide of best practices for the city to use when bringing in outside help.

“Refining how we use them is great, because they’re not going anywhere,” Stone said.

Council won’t vote on the topic on Wednesday but will make a recommendation to Shikada on next steps.

CONSULTANTSPROTESTS ––––

today’s protests, said the demonstrations are a response to what he called Trump’s “crackdown on First Amendment rights.”

Levin, the co-executive director of the nonprofit Indivisible, pointed to Trump’s sweeping immigration crackdown, his unprecedented promises to use federal power to influence midterm elections, restrictions on press freedom and retribution against political opponents.

He said those steps cumulatively represented a direct threat to constitutionally protected rights.

Protests are planned for more than 2,500 locations nationwide — from the country’s largest city, New York, to small unincorporated, rural communities like East Glacier Ridge, Montana, with roughly 300 residents.

Organizers will consider the day a success, Levin said, if people are galvanized to become more politi-

cally involved on an ongoing basis. On the Mid-Peninsula, organizers have planned a parade and fair in Palo Alto with the parade starting at El Camino Real and Embarcadero Road to Rinconada Park at 777 Embarcadero Road.

There is are also planned demonstrations at 16 intersections along 8 miles of El Camino between Palo Alto and Sunnyvale.

Organizers in Redwood City are gathering at 500 County Center, next to the courthouse, while the demonstration in San Carlos is on the 700 block of Laurel Street.

Mostly peaceful protest in June

The last “No Kings” protest took place on June 14 in thousands of cities and towns across the country, in large part to protest a military parade in Washington that marked the Army’s 250th anniversary and coincided with Trump's birthday. “No Kings” organizers at the time called the parade “coronation” that was symbolic of what they characterized as Trump’s growing authoritarian overreach.

Confrontations were isolated and the protests were largely peaceful.

Police in Los Angeles, where protests over federal immigration enforcement raids erupted the week prior and sparked demonstrations across the country, used tear gas and crowd-control munitions to clear out protesters after the formal event ended. Officers in Portland also fired tear gas and projectiles to disperse a crowd that protested in front of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building well into the evening.

One protester was killed during the Salt Lake City march in June. A safety volunteer shot at a person allegedly pointing a rifle at demonstrators, but inadvertently struck and killed protester Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, a beloved fashion designer. Concerns about

large political demonstrations remain heightened in Utah, where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was also assassinated during a speaking event last month.

Safety plans

The “No Kings” organizers have led numerous virtual safety trainings leading up to the protests with the help of the American Civil Liberties Union, which is listed as an official partner on the “No Kings” website. The trainings informed viewers about their rights during protests — such as whether you are required to carry ID or if wearing a mask is allowed (both vary according to each state) — and emphasized de-escalation techniques for encounters with law enforcement. Each official protest has a safety plan, which includes designated medics and emergency meeting spots.

Cyclist who died in crash ID’d

The Santa Clara County Medical Examiner identified George Raymond Cover as the cyclist who died in an car collision in Palo Alto.

Cover, 85, of Los Altos, was riding down the 3400 block of Foothill Expressway around noon on Oct. 4 when he was hit by a 2022 Mercedes Benz. Cover was attempting to merge into a lane of traffic from a bike lane when he collided with the car. Police said the driver, who remained on the scene, was in his 90s.

Cover, who was wearing a helmet, was thrown from his bike suffered a head injury. He was rushed to the hospital where he died 11 days later.

HARRY’S HOFBRAU - 1909 El Camino Real, Redwood City

AGENDAS –

supporting

Affordable: Council may update the city’s rules for the price, size and design of affordable units in

MENLO PARK LIBRARY COMMISSION

6:30 p.m., Monday

700 Alma St.

Harassment: Commissioners may approve new library guidelines to more strongly prohibit harassment and bullying.

Future: Commissioners will discuss the future of the library.

MENLO PARK PLANNING COMMISSION

7 p.m., Monday

751 Laurel St.

Arbor: Commissioners may approve a basement and second-story addition at 835 Arbor Road.

MENLO PARK PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

6:30 p.m., Wednesday 700 Alma Street

Survey: Commissioners will discuss a survey of pool users.

REDWOOD CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AND TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

6 p.m., Tuesday

1017 Middlefield Road

Downtown: Commissioners and committee members will discuss a plan for the greater downtown area.

Historic: Commissioners may designate homes at 731 Edgewood Road and 839 Blindfold Boulevard as a historic landmark.

EAST PALO ALTO CITY COUNCIL

6:30 p.m., Tuesday 2415 University Ave.

Lawsuit: Council will discuss a lawsuit filed by resident Ravneel Chaudhary where he alleges the state’s open meeting law was broken at a

Sept. 10 meeting where Councilman Carlos Romero was censured.

Displacement: Council may approve a total of up to $1.1 million in contracts with Community Legal Services of East Palo Alto, Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County, Samaritan House and Project WeHOPE to help prevent residents from being displaced.

EAST PALO ALTO PLANNING COMMISSION

7 p.m., Monday 2415 University Ave.

Donohoe: Commissioners will review plans by housing nonprofit EPACANDO for 17 apartments at 801 Donohoe St.

Green: Commissioners may approve subdividing a lot with the address 812 Green St. into five lots, with new two-story homes being built on the four new lots.

EAST PALO ALTO SANITARY DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

5:30 p.m., Wednesday 2415 University Ave.

Rates: The committee will hear a presentation from consultant Bartle Wells Associates on sewer rates.

Signs: The committee may approve buying six Tow Away signs for the sanitary district building at 901 Weeks St.

MENLO PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

6:30 p.m., Thursday

181 Encinal Ave., Atherton

E-bikes: The board will discuss an e-bike policy.

Bullying: An assistant superintendent will talk about STOPit, a platform for anonymously reporting bullying, fights, inappropriate behavior and mental health concerns at Hillview Middle School.

Data: The board will get a report on last year’s state testing data.

Achievement: The board may approve plans for student achievement at each school.

Closed: In closed session, the board will discuss disciplining an employee and labor negotiations.

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ALTOS BANK RECENTLY HOSTED THE Los Altos Chamber of Commerce Mixer. The branch was buzzing with energy and community pride— welcoming local leaders, entrepreneurs, and business owners. The evening was ﬁlled with great conversations, introductions, and plans for future collaborations. At Altos Bank, they are committed to empowering Silicon Valley’s businesses and people. Events like the Mixer give them the chance to connect, collaborate, and celebrate what makes our community thrive. Altos Bank serves customers both online at AltosBank.com and from its headquarters at 467 First St., 3rd Floor, in downtown Los Altos. For more information, call them at (650) 830-8089 or email RelationshipManagers@AltosBank.com.

ENJOY LIFE. THROW A LOBSTER PARTY. Whether you’re thinking of hosting a family dinner or a special gathering wherever you would like, remember there’s nothing more festive than a lobster boil – or more easy. That’s because New England Lobster Market & Eatery puts the party in one allinclusive pot, which you can either order for curbside pickup or get delivered straight to your door. Each DIY home lobster boil pot – yes, the pot itself is included –comes with four 1.25-pound live lobsters, four artichokes, a pound of shrimp, four Louisiana hot links, four pieces of corn, potatoes, onion and garlic, along with seasoning and lemon. It also comes with some bibs and two lobster crackers. All you have to do is follow the included cooking instructions and boil it all up. Reserve your feast today, call (650) 443-1559.

EXECUTIVE CHEF MALCOLM CHOW OF Hotel Nia’s Southern Coastal European restaurant–Porta Blu–has unveiled a new dinner and updated lounge menu showcasing his reﬁned yet playful approach to global cuisine. Located in Menlo Park, guests can head to the signature restaurant to enjoy new dishes and familiar classics. Highlights include Honey-

Lavender Chicken with babe farms vegetables, a 32 oz Tomahawk for two, Corn Velouté with hatch chilis, and Baby Beets with whipped ricotta and pluots. Lounge bites feature Smoked Brisket Nachos and seasonal ﬂatbreads, complemented by inventive cocktails like the Purple Hour and Walk on the Wild Side. Throughout October, guests can also enjoy pistachio-infused creations—from a Pistachio Espresso Martini to Pistachio-Encrusted Lamb Chops and Pistachio Tiramisu. Reservations available via OpenTable.

CAFE 220 IS NOW OPEN FOR BREAKFAST.

Cafe 220 is now serving breakfast, with a new menu that brings a creative and contemporary twist to Turkish and Mediterranean breakfast classics. Starting Thursday, Sept. 25th, guests can begin their day with a variety of sweet and savory dishes at the restaurant, located at 220 University Avenue in Downtown Palo Alto. “We’ve been eager to introduce a breakfast menu that reﬂects our passion for

fresh, high-quality ingredients and unique ﬂavors,” says Chef/Owner Yusuf Tosun. “Our goal is to give our community a new reason to start their day with us, whether they’re looking for a quick and casual bite or a more leisurely morning meal.” Cafe 220 is open 7 days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

THE BEST ROOFTOP

PATIO. Trellis Restaurant is where seasonal Italian food with a California ﬂair is prepared with elegance and style. Enjoy their seasonal menu items and vibrant

daily specials at their stunning rooftop patio. If you prefer to dine indoors, they have three private rooms available. Trellis is located at 1077 El Camino Real in Menlo Park. For more information, call 1 (650) 326-9028.

ENJOY THE BEST OF CALIFORNIA DINING at Portola Bistro, where you’ll find both classic and playful takes on bistro fare served up in comfort and style. Located across the way from Bianchini’s Market in Ladera County Shopper at 3130 Alpine Road, Portola Bistro is the latest restaurant from Dino Tekdemir and Allen Isik, the pair behind Anatolian Kitchen in Palo Alto and Barbayani Taverna in downtown Los Altos. The new restaurant isn’t Greek or Turkish, said Tekdemir, but instead takes French, Italian and Mediterranean influences and refreshes them with California flair – and a focus on simple, fresh ingredients that make every dish shine. For more information, go to portolabistro.com or call (650) 800-7248. The restaurant is available for private events and offers catering for social and corporate affairs.

YOU KNOW WHO TO CALL about a wonderful, fun evening dining at Sundance the Steakhouse in Palo Alto. Just call and talk to Evelyn. Make a reservation and then get set for some classic old school restaurant atmosphere. Dark wood, candlelight, local history and the best prime rib on the peninsula. You may also want to try the fresh seafood, lobster, crisp salads and dessert. Many menu items to choose from and all of them mouthwatering delicious. Come by 1921 El Camino Real and see why Sundance The Steakhouse has been such a special place for decades. Remember, Evelyn is waiting for that call at (650) 321-6798. Make a reservation, check the website and get ready for an evening to remember.