East Palo Alto

East Palo Alto is a city of 30,000 on the San Francisco Bay's western shore — a historically underserved, majority Latino and Black community surrounded by Peninsula wealth, once infamous as the nation's murder capital in 1992 and since a story of resilience and redevelopment. Incorporated 1983, five-member Council.

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The East Palo Alto City Council recently paused a major housing proposal by Sand Hill Property Company for the Woodland Park neighborhood. The project, which involves over 1,300 residential units and changes to existing apartments, faced contention because the developer proposed fewer affordable housing units than city requirements. The council was unable to reach a decision on this issue during their latest discussions.

Also in local news, voters can review a candidate comparison grid for the upcoming East Palo Alto City Council election, which highlights where six candidates stand on key issues including sea level rise—a threat affecting much of the city. Residents following housing and development matters may recall the council’s October 6 meeting, which addressed inclusionary housing options and budget planning related to Woodland Park improvements. Looking ahead, East Palo Alto residents should watch for further council actions on the Woodland Park redevelopment and upcoming election developments.

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