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Memorial Day 2022Please note that Town Administrative offices and the Library will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
We remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country. Thank you. |
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Planning Commission Recommends Approval of the Draft 2040 General Plan with Modifications and Certification of Final Environmental Impact ReportOn May 2, 2022, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the Draft 2040 General Plan with modifications and recommended certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Planning Commission report materials, meeting minutes, and a summary of the Planning Commission recommendation are available at www.LosGatos2040.com.
The Town Council will be holding a Special Meeting on Monday, June 20, 2022, at 7:00 p.m., via teleconference, to receive public testimony and consider the Planning Commission's recommendations on the Draft 2040 General Plan and Final EIR. Comments on the documents are welcome and can be sent to: GP2040@losgatosca.gov.
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Congratulations to LGS Recreation on Winning Awards for the 55+ Program & Forbes Mill Footbridge Mural Project!Congratulations are in order for LGS Recreation!
On May 5, at the California Park and Recreation Society (CPRS) District 4 Awards & Volunteer Recognition Dinner, LGS Recreation received the Key to the Community Award for the contributions of the 55 Plus Program and the Award of Excellence for its recreational contributions to the Forbes Mill Footbridge Mural project!
CPRS is a state-wide organization with a mission to advance the park and recreation profession through education, networking, resources and advocacy. Founded in 1946, CPRS is a nonprofit, professional and public interest organization with over 4,000 members and is well-distributed with membership including 86 percent of park and recreation agencies in California.
The Key to the Community Award highlights the unique innovation demonstrated by District 4 agencies during the pandemic.
The 55 Plus Program has endeavored to offer a wide variety of services to meet the diverse social, emotional, and cognitive needs of our community's seniors - especially during difficult times. The 55 Plus Program remained active, and in addition to general virtual programs and wellness outreach, many activities were provided safely with highly developed modifications and safety considerations including outside the building with member walk-up or drive-thru options in 2021. The 55 Plus Program was one of the very few senior-related programs in the Bay Area that continually remained accessible and pressed forward, providing essential services & programs, special events, and day trips while other organizations remained closed.
The Award of Excellence recognizes outstanding projects or programs in the categories of Recreation Programming, Promoting Healthy Communities, Park Planning, Facility Design, and other related areas.
LGS Recreation, in partnership the with Town of Los Gatos and New Museum Los Gatos, coordinates weeklong programs in support of the Forbes Mill Footbridge Mural project. Children learn basic art techniques, explore the rich history of Los Gatos, and create a one-of a kind painting to be on display, reflecting the theme “Capturing Life in Los Gatos.” Original canvases are digitally printed and installed and rotated over time. This year, 87 of the 156 panels were replaced and reflect the experiences and priorities of our youth in light of political and social change and the impact of COVID.
Thank you, LGS Recreation for all of your wonderful contributions to the community! |
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Community PolicingThe 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 safety and gain an understanding of specific community concerns and create a positive, proactive policing method to meet the needs of the community.
The community policing programs include Coffee with a Cop, the Therapy Dog Program, a Community Police Academy, Walk with a Cop, and staff Support of Special Olympics activates. These engagements are identified on the lower portion of the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Community Policing logo to promote these events throughout the year on the department website, social media, and other communications. These engagements are integral to build respect, community - police partnerships, and developing a better-informed vision of public safety needs and responses.
The Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department is committed to enhancing community policing efforts through these specific engagement opportunities. Police presence and trust is fundamental to maintaining peaceful order to the community. It is the realization of public and police sharing a space in congruence, building relationships, with a focus on common goals. These community - police interactions help to bridge the gap and implement the LGMSPD mission to be a collaborative problem solvers.
For more information, please visit the Police Department's Community Policing webpage. |
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Social Host Ordinance - Useful InformationThe goal of the Social Host Ordinance is to educate and provide resources to the community about ways to deter underage drinking and to provide awareness that there are consequences for allowing such gatherings to occur.
What is a Social Host Ordinance?A Social Host Ordinance holds accountable the host of a gathering where underage drinking or drug use is allowed to occur. Anyone 18 years of age or older who hosts such gatherings may be subject to the ordinance and/or a fine. If the host of such gathering is 17 years old or younger, the parents of that minor may be held jointly responsible with their teen and subject to a fine, even if they were not present or aware of the gathering.
Why Are Social Host Ordinances Necessary?A social host ordinance reinforces the message that allowing underage drinking will not be tolerated in Los Gatos as it may cause dangerous and illegal situations involving minors.
In addition, a social host ordinance empowers parents, students, neighbors and concerned residents to seek help from law enforcement when there are youth suspected of underage drinking and/or illegal drug use on public or private property. The ordinance also provides law enforcement with a formal course of action to respond to calls associated with underage drinking.
Cost Recovery Fees for Underage Social GatheringsFees may be imposed on the host of a social host where underage drinking and/or drug use is allowed to occur. Fees may include the cost of providing public safety services such as police, fire, ambulance and other emergency services. Warning, education and/or fine may occur for first violation within a 12 month period. First Violation: $1,500 Second Violation: $3,000 Third or Subsequent Violation: $3,000 For more information visit www.losgatosca.gov/287/Youth-Commission or email Jrose@losgatosca.gov.
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Participate in the Housing Element Update, the Balancing Act tool is Now Available!The Balancing Act tool is a simulator for locating potential housing sites as part of the Town's Housing Element Update.
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Housing Element Update Property Owner Interest FormThe Town wants to hear from property owners who may be interested in future housing development.
If you are interested in considering a housing development at your site in the future, please complete the Property Interest Form on the Town's Housing Element Update website at www.EngageLosGatosHousing.com. It is not necessary to have a full proposal ready to fill out the form. Inclusion in the Town's Housing Sites Inventory list does not prevent the continuation of existing uses on the site, require that housing be constructed, or trigger reassessment of the property value. The Town of Los Gatos is in the process of updating its Housing Element of the General Plan. An inventory of land adequately zoned or planned to be zoned to accommodate the Town's fair share of housing is a requirement of a Housing Element.
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Becoming an Inclusive CommunityVisit 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.
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Fire Season Is Year RoundNow is the time to actively prepare for fire season and reduce your wildfire risk!
Start creating defensible space around your house by: trimming brush and removing weeds and low hanging tree limbs, organizing your Firewise community in creative non-gathering ways, or hardening your home.
For details, please visit the Santa Clara County Fire Department's website.
Below are additional steps you can take to be personally prepared for wildfire season: - Don’t be a source of ignition! Cease any risky activities like using outdoor machinery, barbecuing, improperly towing chains etc., as one less spark, one less wildfire!
- Pack your GO Bag Now.
- Agree on an Evacuation Plan for your family including pets. Where will you meet and how will you get there?
- Be ready to leave immediately if an order is issued.
- Sign up for emergency alerts with AlertSCC and Nixle.
Visit the Town's Be Wildfire Ready webpage for more information on how to be prepared and what you can do to help protect your home.
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Lifesaving Information For Emergencies (L.I.F.E.) FileEmergencies 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
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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."
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