Los Gatos 2040 General Plan Approved with Modifications!

At the June 30 Special Town Council meeting, the Council approved the Draft 2040 General Plan with modifications.

The approved Plan retains the Town’s Low Density neighborhoods as is, allows more housing types in the Medium Density areas (i.e., missing middle), does not allow new housing potential in the Very High Fire hazard Severity Zone, and focuses grow...

Beach Season (and Traffic) is Here

As the summer weather arrives, so too does the summer beach traffic. Since Highway 17 has limited capacity, many motorists attempt to save time by using alternate routes through Town and the mapping apps have not helped.

This has been an issue for decades and the Town has tried several approaches in recent years to try to minimize the impact to Los Gatos residents.  The Town is also encouraging residents and visitors to become part of the beach traffic solution b...

Fourth of July Symphony in the Park - July 4

The Town's annual Fourth of July Symphony in the Park event is back for 2022!

Join us on Monday, July 4 at Oak Meadow Park from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to celebrate Independence Day! Fun for the whole family includes bounce houses, a giant slide, food trucks, lawn games, face painting, a beer and wine garden, and of course, the Bil...

The Town is Now Accepting FY 22/23 Community Grant Applications!

Applications for FY 22/23 Community Grants are now open!

Ten awards of $7,500 will be available to non-profit organizations to support new programs and services that benefit the community. $70,000 will be divided based on previous year grant amounts to sustain the services of five long time partner non-profits ...

Now Hiring Temporary Seasonal Maintenance Workers!

The Town of Los Gatos is hiring temporary Seasonal Maintenance Workers in the Parks and Public Works Department.

The primary responsibility of these positions is to:

• Maintain parks and trails daily
• Repair and maintain traffic signs and markings
• Operate a variety of public works equipment
• Support various public events
• Assist in maintaining the Town’s urban fores...

Senior Services Roadmap Goals

On June 21, the Town Council unanimously approved the Senior Services Roadmap Goals as recommended by the Senior Service Committee:

• Improve Communications, starting with a one-stop-shop information hub.
• Enhance or create a new and improved Community Center.
• Expand Social Needs & Engagement, for fun, educational and health purposes.
• Make Transportat...

Processing Times for Engineering Development Review Services

Due to a current staffing shortage in the Engineering Division, processing times are longer for engineering development review services.

We are actively recruiting to fill vacancies and are exploring options to bring in consulting engineering services to augment the remaining staff.  We are requesting patience from our Los Gatos community until we are back to normal staffing level...

Adopt-A-Highway Training - July 5

Want to help keep Los Gatos beautiful?! Join our upcoming Adopt-A-Highway training on Tuesday, July 5th from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at 41 Miles Avenue and volunteer to pick up trash monthly and keep our Town entrances looking pristine!

Please note training is mandatory to participate in Adopt-A-Highway cleanup events. RSVP with Marina Chislett at mchislet@losgatosca.gov or (408) 399-5778 regarding attendance for this training.

Housing Element Advisory Board Meeting - July 7

The Town of Los Gatos is in the process of updating its Housing Element of the General Plan.

The Town's Housing Element is a strategic plan for housing the Town's present and future residents.  The Housing Element must contain effective polices and programs to implement the Town's housing goals. 

The Ho...

Los Gatos Music in the Park 2022

Music in the Park returns for the 2022 season!

Los Gatos Music in the Park is one of the premier summer events in the Town of Los Gatos. Since 1988, Music in the Park (MIP) has been a free public summer concert series held on Sunday afternoons, from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. on the Los Gatos Civic Ce...

Overnight Roadwork on Los Gatos Boulevard: June 27 - July 2 & July 5 - 9

Please be advised that the North 40's project contractor will be performing important roadwork overnight on northbound Los Gatos Boulevard between Lark Avenue and Walker Street on June 27 - July 2 and July 5 - 9, 2022.

Working hours are from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Thank you for your patience while the work is in progress. 

Annual Street Repair and Resurfacing (Slurry Seal/Rubber Cape Seal)

The annual Street Repair and Resurfacing project begins Monday, July 11.

The Town’s contractor Pavement Coatings, along with their subcontractor McKim Corporation, will first focus on completing pavement asphalt repairs on residential streets. The contractor will also start the pavement crack sealing operation on sev...

The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department’s Community Police Academy August 25 – October 27, 2022

The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department is proud to present its very first Community Police Academy.

This is an opportunity for local community members to participate in an informative 10-week program designed to provide an inside look at local law enforcement.  

During academy training, students will be introduced to a wide range of topics desig...

Community Policing - Upcoming Events

The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department is initiating specific events and programs throughout 2022 to enhance community policing.

Community Policing has been a long-standing framework for establishing trust, exchange of information and transparency, and a positive engagement between law enforcement and the community. Community policing is used to involve the community in public safe...

Lane Closures on State Route 9 in Monte Sereno: June 15 - August

The California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) will perform daytime closures at the intersection of State Route 9 and Austin Way, in the City of Monte Sereno in order to safely construct the Bike Safety Improvement Project.

Lane closures begin June 15 and are scheduled to be complete by August 2022. Lane closures will be northbound and southbound Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

For 24/7 traffic updates, follow 511.org: https://twitter.com/511SFBAY. For real-...

FY 2021/22 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Maintenance Project

Spencon Construction, hired for the FY 2021/22 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Maintenance Project, will start field work on Monday, April 11, 2022.

The work includes installation of new curb ramps and removal/replacement of curb, gutter, sidewalks, and valley gutter.  In line with the Town’s standard practice, the contractor will be distributing notices to residents and businesses within the...

Santa Clara County COVID-19 Vaccine Information

COVID-19 vaccination is a critical tool to bring the pandemic under control.

For information from Santa Clara County regarding COVID-19 vaccines, visit www.sccfreevax.org.

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