Q: How can I stay up to date on items discussed at City Council and Council Committee Meetings?
A: Sign up for our weekly newsletter! You may also sign up for other issue-specific City newsletters.
Q: Where can I get a vital records (marriage licenses, birth or death certificates)?
A: They are maintained by Santa Clara County. Access Birth / Death Certificates and Marriage Licenses (408-299-5688)
Q: Where can I see filed FPPC Forms?
A: Completed forms are available through the eFile Public Portal. Form 700 filers and campaigns can file FPPC forms through the eFile Employee/Elected Official Login.
Q: How can I view Ordinances and Resolutions?
A: Records are available on the City Clerk's Records Portal.
Q: How can I submit a claim?
A: Complete the Claim form listed on the Claims Against the City webpage through the preferred method (online, in-person, mail).
Q: Is there a City Roster listing phone numbers and email addresses?
A: Yes! View our City Roster.(PDF, 255KB)
Q: Does Palo Alto file Domestic Partnerships?
A: Yes! We file Domestic Partnerships. Fill out the Domestic Partnership Form(PDF, 51KB) and Book a Service Appointment with the City Clerk's Office.
Q: Where can I get more information on how, when, and where to vote?
A: This is coordinated with the Santa Clara County, but view some good resources below!