Short-Term Rentals at December 20, 2018 Policy Committee

A potential short-term rental ordinance will be discussed at the December 20, 2018 Policy Committee meeting.

At the October 2, 2018 Town Council meeting, Council directed staff to refer the short-term rental item to the Policy Committee for further discussion. The Town seeks community input on this issue.Short-term rental is the practice of renting out a portion...

Hillside Fencing at the December 20, 2018 Policy Committee

On Thursday, December 20, 2018, the Town Council Policy Committee will meet to discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 29 (Zoning Regulations) of the Town Code regarding fences, hedges, and walls.

The proposal includes new regulations and requirements for fencing, hedges, and walls in the Hillside area.  An administrative draft of the proposed ordinance language regarding fences, hedges, and walls is available at:http://www.losgatosca.gov/...

Holiday Closure

All Town Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, December 24, 2018 through Tuesday, January 1, 2019. The Library will be closed Sunday, December 23, 2018 through Tuesday, December 25, 2018.

The Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department and select other staff will be providing services.

Complimentary Valet Parking in Downtown Los Gatos

Enjoy complimentary valet parking in Downtown Los Gatos in parking lot 4 off of N. Santa Cruz Avenue & University Avenue between Grays Lane & Elm Street during select days and times during the holiday shopping season.

To access the valet parking schedule, please click here.

When the valet service is closed, you may pick-up your keys at the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Dispatch Center, (next to Library) located at 110 E. Main Street.

• There is a silver call box located to...

Shared Parking - Planning Commission Meeting on January 23, 2019 at 7 p.m.

On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission will consider a proposal to amend Chapter 29 (Zoning Regulations) of the Town Code regarding Shared Parking. The proposal includes streamlining the Shared Parking permitting process.

The Town seeks public input on the proposed amendments and encourages written comments to be provided before the staff report comment deadline of Friday, January 18, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. The public is also encouraged to attend the January 23, 2019, Plannin...

Free Limited Parking Downtown on Weekends

On November 6, 2018 the Town Council modified parking restrictions to remove time limited parking from municipal parking lots on Saturdays.

Starting on December 3, 2018, downtown municipal lots will have three hour time limits between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., on Monday through Friday only, and Saturdays and Sundays will be excluded. 

For more parking information, please click here: https://...

Call for Artists!

The Los Gatos Arts and Cultural Commission is pleased to announce an opportunity to design and fabricate a permanent site-specific original artwork that will function as a prominent Gateway Marker for people entering and exiting the Town of Los Gatos.

This is a unique award-based opportunity to add to the cultural identity of the Town and contribute to the growing artistic landscape of the area. Details for the Call for Artists Request for Qualifications can be found at: https://www.losgatosca.gov/2433...

Sandbags Available for Los Gatos Residents

With the wet weather upon us, we want to remind Los Gatos residents that free sandbags are available.

 In Los Gatos you can fill  your own sandbags on Miles Avenue near Balzer Little League Field.  Sand, bags, and tools are available.  There is a limit of 10. The Santa Clara Valley Water District provides sand bags at o...

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Free Limited Parking on Weekends

On November 6, 2018 the Town Council modified parking restrictions to remove time limited parking from municipal parking lots on Saturdays.

Starting on December 3, 2018, downtown municipal lots will have three hour time limits between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m., on Monday through Friday only, and Saturdays and Sundays will be excluded.

Complimentary Valet Parking Service Information

Enjoy complimentary valet parking in Downtown Los Gatos. Parking lot 4 off of N. Santa Cruz Ave. & University Ave. between Grays Ln. & Elm St.

If you arrive at the valet after they are closed please follow the instructions provided.

When the valet service is closed, you may pick-up your keys at the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Dispatch Center, (next to Library) located at 110 E. Main Street.

• There is a silver call box located to the right of the front doors of the Police Department. ...

Holiday Shopping Safety Tips

The holiday season is always a special time of year. It is also a time when people become vulnerable to theft and holiday crime. We can never be too careful, too prepared or too aware.

Police Investigation: Shooting Incident

On November 2, 2018 at approximately 1:33 p.m. Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department received a suspicious circumstance call in the area of Saratoga-Los Gatos Rd. and Daves Ave.

Assisted by Santa Clara County Sheriff’s deputies, a victim was found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim stated he was driving westbound on Saratoga-Los Gatos Rd. and was shot by an unknown suspect. The victim was transported t...

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Press Release

On October 30, 2018 at approximately 1:00 p.m., Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Officers responded to a bank robbery that occurred at the U.S. Bank located at 14184 Blossom Hill Rd.

Fratello Marionettes

Thursday, December 20th @ 4:00pm - Join us for an amazing puppet show with the masterful Fratello Marionettes. They will bring their annual winter holiday show to Los Gatos Library. Free event.

Holiday Closures

Happy Holidays! We will be closed from December 23-December 25 and December 30-January 1. We will be open our usual hours from December 26-December 29.

Storytime Schedule Changes

There will be no storytimes from December 24 - 28. Beginning in 2019, Preschool Storytime will meet on Tuesdays and Bilingual Storytime will meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday. We look forward to seeing you there!

Year in Review 2018

What were the most popular titles in 2018? How many people visited the library? Are print books still more popular than e-books? Find out the answers to these questions and more in our Year in Review.