Technology CommitteeLos Altos Hills
Planning AI Safety & Security presentation
Members Ameesh and Rajiv will plan an AI Safety & Security presentation.
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Members Ameesh and Rajiv will plan an AI Safety & Security presentation.
Civic Plus will present its 311 app that supports the town's TRAKiT software.
Andreas and George will present the Power Redundancy sub‑committee report and discuss next steps.
Rajesh, Andreas, and John will report on AI sub‑committee activities and lead a discussion.
The County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026 has been cancelled.
The council will adopt a resolution to buy an E-Transit van for the irrigation crew and a dump‑bed truck for general park material transport. These vehicles will be added to the city’s park maintenance fleet.
The council will vote on a resolution to raise solid waste collection rates by 4.9041%, starting July 1, 2026. This change will appear on residents' trash bills.
What's happening
Why it matters
Higher rates mean higher trash fees for households and businesses, affecting household budgets.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Attend the council meeting at Los Altos Council Chamber, 1 N. San Antonio Rd, Los Altos, CA.
Email: publiccomment@losaltosca.gov
Submit comment: Email written comments before 2:00 p.m. on May 12, 2026, or deliver hard copy to the City Clerk.
Decision update
The item “Increase solid waste collection rate by 4.9041%” passed unanimously (Unanimous).
Decided May 12, 2026.
Residents can send written comments by email or deliver hard copies before 2:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Comments will be included in the agenda packet.
The committee approved minutes from the March 3, 2026 regular meeting.
The Edge of Allegiance park project was noted on the agenda.
Committee member Yvonne Sorenson gives a report to the committee.
The committee opened a public forum for any city matter not on the agenda.
Committee will discuss a donor wall for the Foster City Community Center.
Residents can submit written comments up to one hour before the meeting start time and may also speak in person or via Zoom during the public comment period. Comments are sent to city.council@menlopark.gov.
Residents can submit written comments online up to one hour before the meeting start time by emailing city.council@menlopark.gov. They may also attend in person or join via Zoom or telephone.
The Board approved and directed the Chief Procurement Officer to execute the FY 2026‑2027 Master Service Agreements with listed contractors.
What's happening
Why it matters
These contracts allow county departments to obtain needed services for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year, ensuring continued operations and service delivery.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed a motion directing the Chief Procurement Officer to execute and administer FY 2026‑2027 master service agreements and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Approve and authorize the Chair to execute a contingent‑fee Professional Services Contract with the Law Firm Baron and Budd (and associate outside counsel) for preparation and handling of litigation to be filed by the County against certain social media companies to obtain abatement of the public nuisance created by these companies.
What's happening
Why it matters
The litigation aims to reduce harmful impacts of social‑media platforms on the community, protecting public welfare.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed a motion approving a contingent‑fee contract with Baron & Budd for social‑media litigation and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Approve, ratify, and authorize the Chair to execute the Sixth Amendment to the Agreement for Professional Legal Services with Rutan and Tucker, LLP, extending the term to December 31 2027 and increasing the maximum contract amount by $750,000.00 to a new maximum of $2,540,000.00.
What's happening
Why it matters
Ensures continued legal representation for the county, providing access to necessary legal counsel.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The Board passed a motion approving, ratifying, and authorizing the Chair to execute the sixth amendment to the Rutan & Tucker legal‑services agreement, and approved the CEQA exemption. The motion is final.
Decided May 12, 2026.
The Board approved the minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Official record of past actions is confirmed, ensuring transparency and accurate documentation.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve May 5, 2026 meeting minutes” passed.
Decided May 12, 2026.
Council will consider a resolution to raise and display the FIFA World Cup 26 flag.
The council will accept public comments on consent calendar items, matters of council interest, and items not on the agenda.
The council will vote to adopt a resolution authorizing the raising and display of the FIFA World Cup 26™ flag for the May 12, 2026 regional flag‑raising event and for the duration of the World Cup.
Council will vote to reject a general liability claim exceeding $50,000 filed by Vilma Valdes of V&V Bros RVS and Trailers, LLC.
The City Council will formally approve the minutes from the April 27 and May 4 meetings.