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Comprehensive Plan — Goal 4

A panoramic view of a landscaped park path lined with native lupine, California poppies, and yarrow.

Goal 4: Protect natural habitat and integrate nature, natural ecosystems and ecological principles throughout Palo Alto

  • Policy 4.C — Connect natural areas, open space, creeks and vegetated areas in parks and on public land to create wildlife, bird, pollinator and habitat corridors by planting with native oaks and other species that support pollinators or provide high habitat values.
  • Policy 4.D — Promote, expand and protect habitat and natural areas in parks and open space.
  • Program 4.D.1 — Identify and pursue strategies and opportunities to expand native trees and planting areas in urban parks.