For the City of East Palo Alto, the efforts for incorporation began long before 1983. About 20 years earlier, activists who called themselves the floating crap game began meeting around kitchen tables. They ultimately cast the future of the 2.5 square mile city we call home. On July 1, 1983, that long-desired moment came when our city earned its independence. As we have seen things come and go during that last 40 years, one thing is constant: the resiliency of the people who call East Palo Alto home.
Evening Gala
A night to remember and so much more. Join us for this monumental occasion.
View the history and diversity of East Palo Alto
Commemorative item for each guest
Three Course Dinner
Beer & Wine Bar (No Host)
Musical Entertainment
Parade Celebration & Block Party
March with us as we take to the streets of East Palo Alto to highlight all the culture and history our City has to offer.
Parade Starting Points:
Westside (University Circle, 1950 University Ave.)
Bay Road (CCRMS, 2097 Bay Rd.)
Parade map HERE
Vendor booths are available. Complete the form or contact Maurice Baker @ 650-660-2527 to learn more.
Honoring the First City Council of East Palo Alto
There were many individuals and organizations involved in our struggle for incorporation but when it was all said and done, these are the individuals who were chosen to represent EPA.
Barbara Mouton - The Great Communicator (First Mayor of EPA)
Ruben Abrica - The Professor (Longest Tenured Councilmember)
Omowale Satterwhite - The Community Organizer
James E. Blakey - The Businessman
Gertrude Wilks - The Education Activist
**Photos courtesy of East Palo Alto Community Archive**