Public safety services such as patrol, fire, and dispatch work around the clock during holidays to ensure our community is safe and secure. Public safety services are available 24/7, 365 days a year. Records (front lobby) and Administration Offices are closed during holidays.
If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
Emergency: 9-1-1 or 650-321-4433
24-hour Dispatch Center (non-emergency): 650-329-2413
Main Business Number (front desk): 650-329-2406 (Monday thru Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
After hours / weekends: 650-329-2413
City Holiday Closures
The City of Palo Alto observes the following list of holidays. Administrative offices and facilities will be closed.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, January 20, 2020 |
| President's Day | Monday, February 17, 2020 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25, 2020 |
| Independence Day (observed) | Friday, July 03, 2020 |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 07, 2020 |
| Columbus Day | Monday, October 12, 2020 |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday, November 11, 2020 |
| Thanksgiving | Thursday, November 26, 2020 |
| Day after Thanksgiving | Friday, November 27, 2020 |
| Christmas Day | Friday, December 25, 2020 |
| New Year's Day | Friday, January 1, 2021 |
*City administrative offices and facilities are typically closed for a period of time between Christmas and New Year's.