City of Palo Alto Council Special Meeting Agenda Packet April 2026
Palo Alto Hires Orion Security for 24/7 Rail Monitoring
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Description
The Palo Alto City Council approved a one-year, $1.7 million agreement with Orion Security to staff 24/7 rail safety monitors at all city at-grade rail crossings starting February 23, 2026. The contract cost is split equally between the City and the Palo Alto Unified School District as part of an emergency suicide prevention effort.
Contract Details
Contract Amount
$1.7 million (cost split equally between the City and PAUSD)
Vendor
ORION SECURITY
Agency
City of Palo Alto, CA
Contract Type
STAFFING
Document Date
April 15, 2026
Contract Term
1-year agreement beginning February 23, 2026
Renewal Date
2027-02-23
Renewal Info
Initial 1-year term beginning February 23, 2026; any continuation beyond this term will require new funding and Council direction, with potential ongoing partnership with PAUSD.
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