Stay Safe During the Heatwave

High temperatures are expected in the County through the weekend. Prepare now—Don’t let a heatwave turn into an emergency. Avoid strenuous activity and direct exposure to the sun during the hottest part of the day. Those with chronic medical conditions and those taking medication and stimulant drugs should drink plenty of water and electrolytes, and stay indoors. Find information about cooling centers and hot weather safety tips on the County's website.

Saratoga Power Lunch

Join Mayor Yan Zhao for the next Saratoga Power Lunch on Tuesday, July 13 at 12:00 p.m. to discuss wildfire preparedness with the Santa Clara County Fire Department. Attendees can submit their questions while registering for the 30-minute webinar. For additional details and registration information, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/lunch

Movie Nights Are Back!

Join the City for free, family-friendly movie nights on the third Friday of July and August at El Quito Park! The July 16 movie night will feature Moana, and the August 20 movie night will feature The Wizard of Oz. The movies begin at sundown, but come early to snag a good spot and enjoy the resource tables!

Safe Routes to School

The City is currently developing a Safe Routes to School Master Plan to identify improvements that could be made around schools to create safe opportunities that encourage children to walk or bike to school, and for community members to travel on foot and by bike around their neighborhoods.

We want to hear from students, parents, and community members to learn about your experiences and to identify the most meaningful improvements for the community. Please submit your concerns about walking, biking, or driving to school in Saratoga, and visit www.saratoga.ca.us/SRTS to learn more.

Saratoga History Museum Reopening

The Saratoga History museum will have a ribbon cutting, lecture, and more to celebrate its reopening on July 11 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Attendees can listen to a lecture on "Ridin' the Rails" and hear a poem about the Interurban Rail. There will also be a ribbon cutting for the Interurban Passenger Stop. Admission is free, and the museum is located at 20450 Saratoga-Los Gatos Road. For more information, visit www.saratogahistory.com

Sheriff's Office Teen Academy

The Sheriff’s Office is hosting a free Teen Academy from July 26 to August 5! Students will get an overview of the Sheriff’s Office with classes ranging from Criminal Law, to K-9 Demo, and Crime Scene Investigations. If you're interested, hurry and complete your application by July 14! Find more information and apply on the Sheriff's Office website.

Join the City of Saratoga Team

Join our team! The City of Saratoga is now hiring a Maintenance Worker and a part-time Communications Assistant. Learn more about the opportunities and how to apply.

New Public Art Commission

The City is now accepting applications for the new Public Art Commission! As directed by the City Council, the Commission will evaluate and assess public art projects or programs in the community. A mix of term lengths are available ranging from 1 year to 4 years. Applications are due August 11. There are also positions open on the Library and Community Engagement, Parks and Recreation, and Traffic Safety Commissions. Learn more and apply for any of these vacancies on the City website at www.saratoga.ca.us/comvac

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