Welcome back! The Town of Los Gatos looks forward to re-opening all public counters for drop-in services on August 30, 2021. We can’t wait to see you in person and have been working diligently behind the scenes to ensure all of our offices are safe for both our customers and employees.
 
You’ll find disposable masks, hand sanitizer, wipes, and plexiglass dividers at all counters. Among other things, the Town has increased cleaning services and installed enhanced air filters and additional air purifiers.
 
Town staff remains available to assist you by phone, email, and appointment outside of counter hours. When visiting, please don’t forget to wear a face covering as required by Santa Clara County. We look forward to seeing you soon. 

August 31, 2021 Community Health and
Senior Service Commission Meeting

The agenda and reports for the August 31, 2021 Community Health and Senior Services Commission special meeting at 5:00 p.m. are available online.  Among the items on the agenda, the Commission will discuss the allocation of $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding to restore and enhance short-term senior services in Los Gatos. 

This meeting is being conducted utilizing teleconferencing and electronic means consistent with State of California Executive Order N-29- 20 dated March 17, 2020, regarding the COVID- 19 pandemic. In accordance with Executive Order N-29- 20, the public may only view the meeting teleconference and not in the Council Chamber.

You can join the Zoom webinar at https://losgatosca-gov.zoom.us/j/88214610835?pwd=OFh5M1VEdDdwZDJaUEV5WUhGbGpsQT09 with password: 054377. To join by phone, dial (636) 651-0002 or (877) 336-1829 (US Toll Free) using Conference Code 986172.

During the meeting:

• When the Chair announces the item for which you wish to speak, click the “raise hand” feature in Zoom. If you are participating by phone on the Zoom app, press *9 on your telephone keypad to raise your hand. If you are participating by calling in, press #2 on your telephone keypad to raise your hand.
• When called to speak, please limit your comments to three (3) minutes, or such other time as the Chair may decide, consistent with the time limit for speakers at a Council meeting.

There is still time to share your thoughts regarding the Draft General Plan!

• Newsletter with Key Proposed Changes
• Draft General Plan
• Draft General Plan Environmental Impact Report
• June 29, 2021 Community Meeting Recording
• Comment Form

• New Racial, Social and Environmental Justice Element;
• Increased housing opportunities for mixed use developments in commercial areas and missing middle housing in neighborhoods with design requirements;
• New Community Place Districts to provide more objective design standards and focus on community form for all development;
• Shift in focus of transportation policies to street design, connectivity, and mobility for all users (bicycles, pedestrians, vehicles, etc.)  to reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled;
• New goals in the Environment and Sustainabilty Element; and
• Expanded policies to prepare for wildfire, climate change, and community health threats.

September 18, 2021 Los Gatos Creek Trail Cleanup 

Protect your happy place! Join the Town of Los Gatos for a creek trail cleanup to celebrate Coastal Cleanup Day! Register today to reserve your spot.

Kitchen Pail Disbursement for Food Scraps

On June 9^th, 2021, Valley Water’s Board of Directors adopted Resolution 21-86, declaring an emergency water shortage, and calling for water savings of 15% compared to 2019 usage. In response to the emergency water shortage, The Town of Los Gatos has launched the #DroughtReadyLG webpage dedicated to up-to-date drought information, Town water conservation actions, and residential and commercial water conservation resources. 

Construction on Los Gatos Boulevard
Between Lark Avenue and Walker Street

PG&E Gas Line Replacement Work

Daleo Inc., a contractor working under the direction of PG&E, will be upgrading approximately 2,650 ft. of gas main along Main Street in two simultaneous phases.

PG&E will coordinate notifications to customers related to any gas service interruptions. For questions, please email gasprojectinfo@pge.com and reference Job #35146662.

Becoming an Inclusive Community

Visit the Town's webpage, Becoming an Inclusive Community to find information about the Town's commitment to inclusivity, equity, justice, and diversity, including related Town Council actions, Council action on Police reforms, an overview of Police Department community policing, and a dedicated email for comments and inquiries regarding these important issues.

If you have concerns, experiences, questions, or ideas regarding how Los Gatos can be more welcoming for all, please let us know by sending an email to Community@losgatosca.gov.

State of California and County of Santa Clara
COVID-19 Guidelines 

On June 11, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom took executive action to terminate the state’s stay-at-home order and tiered Blueprint for Safer Economy. Measures that were included in the blueprint to protect public health, such as physical distancing, capacity limits, and the county tier system, terminated on June 15.

The Governor issued an executive order to begin the “winding down” of the 58 executive orders that have been implemented since the beginning of the pandemic. The provisions will sunset in phases, beginning in June through September.  The California Department of Public Health also released a new public health order that went into effect on June 15 and replaces the previous public health orders.

For more information on local guidance, please visit the County Public Health website. 

For information from Santa Clara County regarding vaccines, visit their official dedicated webpage at www.sccfreevax.org.

Lifesaving Information For Emergencies (L.I.F.E.) File

Emergencies can happen when we least expect them to and many of the requests for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) happen within the home. The Town of Los Gatos is partnering with the Santa Clara County Fire Department to promote their new L.I.F.E. file program. The L.I.F.E. File is a simple tool individuals and families may use to assist emergency responders during a medical emergency.   First Responders rely heavily upon the patient, and/or the patient’s family members, to provide information used to help in the treatment and care of the patient. However, there are times when the patient is unable to provide this information and family members may not be present or available to assist First Responders during a medical emergency. The L.I.F.E. File information includes past pertinent medical history, allergies to medications, medications currently prescribed to the patient, advanced medical directives and any additional information. The L.I.F.E. File pouch is a vinyl magnetic pouch that is placed in an easily seen location on the front or side of the refrigerator.

You may pick up L.I.F.E. Files from Town Hall and local fire stations. If you, or anyone you know, would like additional information on the L.I.F.E. File program please contact Jackie Rose, Community Outreach Coordinator at JRose@losgatosca.gov

How can we help you if we can't reach you?  While you have signed up to receive these weekly "What's New" emails, many of your neighbors may have remained in the dark because they did not receive current information from the Town.  In addition to emergency communications, you may sign up for Town notifications regarding infrastructure projects in your neighborhood, Town events, meetings, and other topics of community interest. 

Please encourage your friends and neighbors in Los Gatos to sign up for Town communications through "Notify Me" at: www.losgatosca.gov/notifyme. Type your email address in the box and select "sign in."  From there, you can subscribe to the topics you wish and you are able to unsubscribe at any time.

If you need help, call the Town Manager's Office at (408) 354-6832 during business hours or email engage@losgatosca.gov with subject "Sign Me Up."