City PG&E power shutoff left some residents in the dark, others unaffected By Chris Treadway | October 11, 2019 Although Piedmont was not hit hard by the outages, city says it learned a lot about how to prepare and respond to future emergencies.
Around Town Pickleballers ask for longer hours and better facilities By Sarah Belle Lin | October 8, 2019 Setting up a possible conflict with tennis usage, requests include more courts, playing time, lockers, and a reservation system.
City City Council gives go-ahead to prepare for possible parcel tax measure By Sam Richards | October 8, 2019 No specifics were decided Monday, but the language in any ballot measure must be finalized by the council’s Dec. 2 meeting.
Around Town Fire Prevention Week | Fire Department offers education, information By Chris Treadway | October 7, 2019 Closing your bedroom door at night is one of many important tips shared by the Fire Department doing community outreach this week.
City Fire Chief Black readies for a “red flag” week By Chris Treadway | October 7, 2019 October is peak fire season, with red flag conditions, power shut-offs by PG&E, evacuation kits -- these are part of the new reality.
City Fire Chief Bret Black shares tips, info for Fire Prevention Week By Bret Black | Piedmont Fire Department | October 4, 2019 Did you know that FPW is the longest running public health observance in our country?
City Public Works Supervisor Dave Frankel retires By Sam Richards | October 3, 2019 Frankel, who served the city for more than 31 years, was feted by city leaders and staff last week and honored at this week's Park Commission meeting.
City Park Commission approves Green Infrastructure Plan By Sam Richards | October 3, 2019 The plan aims to send cleaner storm runoff water into local waterways. City Council to decide next whether or not to accept the Commission's recommendation.
City Budget committee to recommend that city extend, increase municipal services special tax By Sam Richards | October 1, 2019 Budget Advisory and Financial Planning Committee finds current revenues insufficient to maintain City buildings, parks and other facilities.
Around Town City, Piedmont Connect launch Piedmont Climate Challenge By Ronna Kelly | October 1, 2019 Local residents are encouraged to join forces and have some fun while reducing their own impact on the planet.