COVID-19 UpdateThe number of Santa Clara County residents contracting COVID-19 and the number of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 continues to rise significantly, reaching record levels. To help prevent a surge in hospitalizations over the capacity of hospitals in the County, the Health Officer announced changes to the Mandatory Directives. These changes require certain businesses to modify operations, reduce the number of people allowed inside facilities, and reduce the size of outdoor gatherings. There is also a Mandatory Directive on Travel that strongly discourages leisure and non-essential travel, and it requires anyone entering the County to quarantine for 14 days upon return from travel more than 150 miles away. More about the Revised Mandatory Directives is available on the County website at www.sccgov.org/coronavirus As a result of these extraordinary conditions, City Hall is closed to in-person visitors. City services will continue uninterrupted. For more information about accessing City services, please visit www.saratoga.ca.us/COVID19 The County of Santa Clara has moved back into the State of California’s Purple Tier of the Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Certain activities that were open under Orange Tier will no longer be allowed. Santa Clara County will remain in this tier until the State moves the County forward into the Red Tier. The most restrictive rules apply to the Purple Tier, and the least restrictive rules apply to the Yellow Tier. Remember, Santa Clara County residents must follow both the State and County Health Officer Orders. Where there is a conflict between the two, follow the more restrictive set of rules. The key to fewer restrictions is following public health measures. Counties can move to a less restrictive tier as COVID transmission goes down and testing goes up. Stay diligent about keeping your distance from anyone outside your household, limiting your contact with others, wearing your mask, getting tested, and following all protocols and directives. |
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Nextdoor DigestShare a Recipe for Saratoga’s Community Cookbook
The Saratoga Youth Commission is compiling a Community Cookbook featuring recipes from Saratoga residents! Please share your favorite recipe by December 13. Recipes can be submitted online at www.saratoga.ca.us/cookbook
Celebration of Light
Join the City of Saratoga and the Saratoga Ministerial Association to build community and celebrate the diversity of Saratoga with light—a symbol of hope, joy, and faith across cultures. The virtual event begins at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 12. To join the meeting, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/light
City Council Reorganization
Join the City of Saratoga for the annual City Council Reorganization on Tuesday, December 15 at 7:00 p.m. This year’s event will be held virtually to provide for the safest environment. During the reorganization, the City Council will thank outgoing Council members, welcome new members, and select a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. For information on ways to join the meeting, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/reorg
Living Room Conversations
Join your neighbors for meaningful Living Room Conversations on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. No debate, no heat—just respectful speaking and listening. The Saratoga Ministerial Association and the City of Saratoga host these events so the community can come together and engage on topics that are important to everyone. Find conversation guides and information to join the virtual conversations using Zoom at www.saratoga.ca.us/LRC
Shape Your Community, Apply to Serve on a Commission
The City is currently recruiting to fill vacancies on the Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) and Traffic Safety Commission (TSC). Applications for three positions on the HPC are due by December 9, 2020. Applications for one position on the TSC are due by January 20, 2021. Applicants must be Saratoga residents and registered voters, and they must attend a Commission meeting prior to interviews with the City Council. For more information on the application process, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/comvac
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Quick Tip from Captain RichDeck the halls safely this holiday season! Keep potentially poisonous plants, like mistletoe, holly berries, amaryllis, and poinsettias, away from children and pets. If using a live tree, make sure to place it away from heat sources, water it regularly, and remove it from your home when it’s dry. If you will be out of town, stop mail and newspaper delivery, and visit www.saratoga.ca.us/sheriff to request a patrol check.
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Ask Our StaffQ: How can I safely support those in need this holiday season?
A: The City will host a Drive-Thru Food Drive on Friday, December 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please enter the City Hall parking lot using the driveway on Fruitvale Avenue. The first 40 cars that donate items will receive a gift from the City!
Donations will benefit West Valley Community Services. They are most in need of meals in a can (soup, stew, chili), low-sodium canned vegetables, canned fruit in its own juice/water, canned foods with pop-top lids, pasta and pasta sauce, healthy snacks (granola bars, nuts), low-sugar whole grain cereals, shelf-stable milk, rice, mac and cheese, lunch meat, bread, and peanut butter. For more information, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/fooddrive
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