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July 10, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting
The agenda and reports for the July 10, 2024 Planning Commission meeting at 7:00 p.m. are available online. Among the items on the agenda, the Planning Commission will consider a request for approval of retaining walls, requiring a grading permit, at 17020 Los Cerritos Drive. The live stream of the meeting may be viewed on KCAT-15 television and/or online at www.LosGatosCA.gov/TownYouTube.
The Town welcomes public participation. For instructions regarding how to participate in the meeting, including the Zoom link, please see the meeting agenda. For additional details on providing comments, please visit the Town Public Guide to Town Planning Commission Meetings webpage.
For more information on this agenda or about Town Council meetings, please call (408) 354-6832 or send an email to the Planning Department. |
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Upcoming Board, Commission & Committee Meetings
To view upcoming Town Board, Commission, and Committee meeting agendas, visit the Town's Agendas and Minutes webpage. Next week's scheduled meetings include: - July 9, 2024 Development Review Committee at 10:00 a.m.
- July 10, 2024 Library Board at 3:00 p.m.
- July 11, 2024 Complete Streets and Transportation Commission at 7:30 a.m.
- July 11, 2024 DEI Commission at 5:00 p.m.
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Heat Safety
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Santa Clara Valley through Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 90s to low 100s are expected with minimal overnight relief. Heat impacts on vulnerable community members are often more severe due to their age (children and elders) and conditions that make it harder for their bodies to regulate temperature (living and working outdoors, lack of access to air conditioning and adequate water). Stay hydrated! Drink water often – even if you don’t feel thirsty. If you are outside sweating for many hours, consider drinking an electrolyte-replacement beverage. Avoid sugary drinks, drinks with caffeine, and alcohol because they can dehydrate you. Be careful with alcohol consumption. Stay cool! The best way to beat the heat is to stay in an air-conditioned space. If you don’t have an air conditioner at home, you can go to air-conditioned public spaces that are open to reduce the risk of heat-related illness. Consider suspending outdoor activities between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Take frequent breaks in the shade or an air-conditioned environment if you must be outside. Learn the warning signs of heat-related illness, and lend a hand to family, friends, and neighbors. If someone has a high body temperature (103 degrees Fahrenheit or higher), is confused, has a fast pulse, or has a life-threatening heat reaction, call 911. Cooling Centers: For a list of cooling centers in Santa Clara County, visit www.preparescc.org/heatsafety. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is offering free rides to individuals traveling to Cooling Centers along VTA routes on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 through Sunday, July 7, 2024. In addition, the Jewish Community Center (14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos) is available as a cooling center through July 7, and WILL be open July 4 (https://apjcc.org/). |
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Los Gatos Animal Services
Beginning July 1, 2024, the Town of Los Gatos animal services provider will transition to the Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority (SVACA). Services for residents include: - Field response to animal related service calls
- Care of sick, injured, lost, or abandoned companion animals
- Animal cruelty investigations
- Dog and Cat pet licensing
- Education & outreach
- Volunteer & foster programs
- And more!
To report animal related incidents in Los Gatos, community members may contact SVACA at (408) 764-0344 during business hours and Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department during an emergency or after hours. For more information, please visit their website at www.svaca.com. |
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Curious About Proposed Development Projects in Los Gatos?
Check out the following resources on the Town website: |
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Trail Construction on Los Gatos Creek Trail at Highway 9
Construction work along the Los Gatos Creek Trail near Highway 9 in connection with the Town of Los Gatos’ Los Gatos Creek Trailhead Connector to Highway 9 Project is underway. The project is anticipated to be completed later this year. The trail will generally remain open during construction; however, there may be times when short delays through the site are necessary to maintain safe access during construction operations. Trail users are advised to exercise caution and anticipate potential delays when travelling through the construction area.
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The Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department is hiring officers and dispatchers!
The Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department is hiring Police Officers and Dispatchers! The Town of Los Gatos and City of Monte Sereno communities have a combined population of about 34,000 residents who enjoy a high quality of life and low crime rates. The Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department is comprised of 59 sworn and civilian personnel and over 50 community volunteers. The members of the LGMS Police Department work hard to provide a full range of services and are committed to providing the highest quality service to our residents, businesses, and visitors. We are proud of the relationship with the community and are constantly solidifying that relationship through partnerships, collaboration, and individual contacts. The Police Department's vision includes: Building a highly competent, professional Police Department, building community relationships, and engaging in community problem solving. Our ultimate goal is to know everyone in the community. For more information and to apply, visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losgatos. |
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The Town is hiring!
The Town is hiring for various positions including: - Police Communication Dispatcher
- Police Officer
- Senior Administrative Analyst (Budget and Grants Administration)
For more information on both of these positions and to apply, visit the Town website at www.losgatosca.gov/1696/Employment. |
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Sign Up for AlertSCC
AlertSCC is Santa Clara County's official Emergency Alert System. Why sign up for AlertSCC? - Stay ahead of emergencies and protect yourself and your loved ones.
- Receive vital alerts directly to your device ensuring you're informed and prepared when it matters most.
- Your information in AlertSCC is confidential and secure, used only for alerting purposes.
How are alerts received?
- AlertSCC is free for everyone and easy to set up.
- Alerts are sent directly to your mobile device, landline, and/or email.
- You can decide how you want to receive alerts and set up alerts for loved ones.
Types of alerts include fire, earthquake, severe weather, public safety, and instructions during a disaster. Visit www.AlertSCC.org to sign up!
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Fire Season Is Year Round!
Now 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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County of Santa Clara Launches 988 Phone Number Dedicated to Crisis Mental Health Services
Santa Clara County has launched a lifeline phone number for people to call in times of mental health or substance use crisis, with teams of trained counselors available 24/7 to offer support by phone or in-person, depending on the nature of the situation. The lifeline – reached by dialing 9-8-8 – is the result of a push to make similar crisis and suicide prevention services available across the country starting July 16, 2022. The County of Santa Clara’s 988 operation includes an array of mental health services designed to de-escalate crisis situations.
The County’s new lifeline is designed to provide support for those experiencing emotional or mental health distress, including thoughts of suicide, fearfulness, or other mental health or substance use crises. Loved ones and others can also call 988 if they are concerned for someone else.
The lifeline will also serve as a connection point for County Behavioral Health Services and community-based organizations. The various onsite mobile response teams are made up of crisis clinicians and peer outreach specialists; services that both involve or do not involve law enforcement are available. The goals of 988 are de-escalation, stabilization, and referral to continued services.
County Behavioral Health Services staff are thoroughly trained on the new system, and the 988 line went live in a soft launch in May. The service is free, anonymous, and confidential, with no information shared unless in-person dispatch is required. Language interpretation is available in more than 200 languages. Calls to 988 are routed by area code; if the phone used does not have a 408, 650 or 669 area code, the Santa Clara County service can be accessed by calling 1-800-704-0900 and pressing 1. The same 800 number can be used for non-emergency calls to County Behavioral Health Services regarding general mental health and substance use treatment services information and referrals. |
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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. |
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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 the Los Gatos Monte Sereno Police Department 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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