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December 7, 2024 Parade Road Closure
Heads up! On Saturday, December 7, 2024, N. Santa Cruz Avenue will be closed from Main Street to Los Gatos Boulevard from 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the Los Gatos Lions Club and LGS Recreation's Annual Los Gatos Children's Parade.
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December 9, 2024 Finance Commission Meeting
The agenda and reports for the December 9, 2024 Finance Commission meeting at 5:00 p.m. are available online. Among other items, the Finance Commission will: - Consider the Draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the Fiscal Year 2023/24; and
- Review the General Fund Reserve Policy.
The Town welcomes public participation. For instructions regarding how to participate in the meeting, please see the meeting agenda. For more information on this agenda or about Finance Commission meetings, please call (408) 354-6832 or send an email to the Town Manager's office. |
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December 11, 2024 Planning Commission Meeting
The agenda and reports for the December 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting at 7:00 p.m. are available online. Among the items on the agenda, the Planning Commission will consider: - Modification of Planned Development Ordinance 1412, Subdivision of One Lot into Two Lots, Construction of a Single-Family Residence, and Site Work Requiring a Grading Permit at 120 Oak Meadow Drive;
- An Ordinance Amending Chapter 29 (Zoning Regulations) of the Town Code Regarding Parking Standards, Pursuant to Implementation Program AA of the 2023-2031 Housing Element;
- An Ordinance Amending Chapter 29 (Zoning Regulations) of the Town Code Regarding Considerations for an Architecture and Site Application, Findings for a Conditional Use Permit, Manufactured Housing, and Private Open Space and Community Recreation Space Requirements, Pursuant to Implementation Program AQ of the 2023-2031 Housing Element and
- The 2025 Planning Commission Meeting Calendar.
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, and 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: - December 10, 2024 Development Review Committee at 10:00 a.m.
- December 12, 2024 Complete Streets and Transportation Commission at 7:30 a.m.
- December 12, 2024 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission at 5:00 p.m.
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December Events at NUMU
New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU) has some exciting events scheduled for December!
Including: Identity Mapping Workshop with Cynthia Brannvall
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 10 AM-12:15 PM
numulosgatos.org/collage
This workshop invites you to share your origins and the places that have shaped who you are today by making your personal identity continent collage. Cut out the states, countries, or continents, snap and print a picture from your phone, and let your creativity be your guide. Attendees will be instructed by Made of Memory exhibiting artist Cynthia Brannvall and treated to a tour of the exhibition by curator Allison Railo. Festive Night at the Museum
Friday, December 13, 2024, 4-9 PM
numulosgatos.org/events/festive
As a featured stop along the Los Gatos Chamber's Holiday Trolley route, NUMU will be staying open late to spread some holiday cheer. Explore the upper gallery, showcasing three dazzling exhibitions, including Made of Memory and Not Enough Time to Love the World, featuring the intricately carved sculptures of Holly Lane. Then, get creative with 2 holiday-themed crafts, ornament-making and greeting card design. For more information, visit www.NUMULosGatos.org. |
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Shannon Road Pedestrian and Bikeway Improvement Project
The Town of Los Gatos has contracted Sposeto Engineering for the Shannon Road Pedestrian and Bikeway Improvement Project, which began in September 2024.
The project will add curb, gutter, sidewalk, planter strips and bike lanes on Shannon Road between Los Gatos Blvd and East La Chiquita Avenue. Phase 1: North side of Shannon Road (Cherry Blossom Lane to Los Gatos Blvd) begins with demolition and concrete work. PG&E will also be on-site relocating utility poles. After Phase 1 is complete, work will begin immediately on Phase 2. In Phase 2 similar work will be performed on the south side of Shannon Road. This project is part of Public Works Department’s efforts to improve safety and accessibility for bicyclists and pedestrians. We appreciate your patience during construction and encourage you to stay informed by visiting the project website. |
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Trail Construction on Los Gatos Creek Trail at HWY 9
Construction along the Los Gatos Creek Trail near Highway 9, as part of the Town’s Los Gatos Creek Trailhead Connector to Highway 9 Project, continues. The prefabricated bridge structure has been placed over Los Gatos Creek. The bridge is not currently open for public use as the contractor will continue construction on the bridge approach and deck. Work is also continuing on the north side of Highway 9 to complete that access. The trail still generally remains open during construction, but there may be occasional short delays to ensure safe access. Trail users continue to be advised to exercise caution and anticipate potential delays when traveling through the construction area.
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The Town is hiring!
The Town is hiring for various positions including: - Maintenance Assistant (Temporary/Hourly/Unbenefited)
- Police Community Services Officer Intern
- Police Officer
- Police Trainee
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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Senate Bill 330 Development Applications
Senate Bill 330 expands or amends Sate legislation, including the Permit Streamlining Act and Housing Accountability Act, with the broad goals of facilitating increased production of new residential units, protecting existing units, and providing for an expedited review and approval process for housing development projects through submittal of a “preliminary application.” Information regarding the Town's Senate Bill 330 development process, as well as a comprehensive list of the Senate Bill 330 preliminary and formal development applications that the Town has received are available for public review online at the following link: www.LosGatosCA.gov/SB330. Persons with questions or wishing to provide public comments on a specific project may email them to Planning@losgatosca.gov. |
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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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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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