Public hearing for the adoption of a Town Charter in Portola Valley.
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- Published
- Category
- Public Hearing
- City
- Portola Valley
What You Should Do Next
- 1
Attend the Public Hearing
Join the meeting on May 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the Historic Schoolhouse.
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Submit Comments
Email your comments to PVTownClerk@portolavalley.net before the meeting.
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Check the Agenda
Visit the Town's website 72 hours before the meeting for the agenda and staff report.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the public hearing about?
- It's regarding the proposed adoption of a Town Charter for Portola Valley.
- When is the public hearing scheduled?
- The hearing is on May 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
- How can I participate in the hearing?
- You can attend in person or access the meeting virtually via Zoom.
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Full Notice Text
TOWN OF PORTOLA VALLEYNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGADOPTION OF TOWN CHARTERWEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2026 AT 7:00 P.M.NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on May 13, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as it may convene, the Town Council of the Town of Portola Valley will hold a public hearing to consider and receive comments from the community regarding the proposed adoption of a Town Charter for the Town of Portola Valley. Over the past year and pending further direction at the Town Council study session on April 22, 2026, the Town Council has examined the viability of several locally controlled revenue enhancement options and has prioritized the consideration of a real property transfer tax (RPTT). A RPTT can only be implemented by charter cities and towns so the Town Council is considering providing the residents with the option to move from being a General Law Town to being a Charter Town.This hearing fulfills the requirements California Government Code § 34458 for a first public hearing to consider the adoption of a Town charter. If the Town Council approves further consideration of the proposed charter, a second noticed public hearing will be held as required by law.The meeting will take place at the Historic Schoolhouse, 765 Portola Rd, Portola Valley, CA; and may be accessed virtually. Comments may be submitted in writing prior to the Town Council meeting by email: PVTownClerk@portolavalley.net, or in person or remotely via Zoom at the meeting of Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. All interested persons are invited to appear before the Town Council at the time and place herein above mentioned.The Town's website is www.portolavalley.net. The agenda and staff report will be published at https://www.portolavalley.net/town-government/town-council/minutes-and-agendas 72 hours in advance of the meeting.Published: April 17, 2026Veronica DaoTown ClerkPortola Valley4/17/26CNS-4032397#THE ALMANAC(ALM Apr 17, 2026)