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City manager urges simple 'partnering norms' to clarify staff–commission interactions

Palo Alto Parks and Recreation Commission · December 17, 2025
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City Manager Ed Shekada presented a proposed one‑page 'partnering norms' guide to clarify how commissioners and staff interact, stressing the document is proactive and complementary to the boards and commissions handbook; commissioners offered edits and suggested retreat discussion.

City Manager Ed Shekada introduced a proposed one‑page guidance on partnering norms at the Dec. 16 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, saying the draft is intended to provide practical, staff‑focused guidance that complements the existing Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCC) handbook.

Shekada said the goal is to prevent issues before…

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