Movie Night

Join the City for a free, family-friendly movie night to watch The Wizard of Oz on Friday, August 20 at El Quito Park! The movie begins at sundown, but come early to get a good spot and enjoy the resource tables.

Housing Element Study Session

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a virtual Study Session about the Housing Element Update on Tuesday, August 31at 5:00 p.m. You can join the meeting using Zoom or by calling in:   

• Webinar URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86503408022  
• Webinar ID: 865 0340 8022 
• Call In: 1.408.638.0968 or 1.669.900.6833 

The Study Session will include an overview and discussion of the current understanding of the community’s values and priorities. Part of this discussion will be based on the Housing Element Values Survey results. Detailed survey results will be shared before the Study Session in both the Housing Element Newsletter and the meeting agenda packet. The Study Session will also include a review of possible strategies, policies, and housing opportunity sites for the next Housing Element. 

For more information on the City of Saratoga’s Housing Element Update, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/housing

Fall 2021 Activity Brochure Out Now

Looking for a new activity to get involved with? Check out the Fall 2021 Activity Brochure from Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation. A variety of year-round classes and camps are offered for all ages and interests, including STEM, dance, arts, soccer, and more. Visit www.lgsrecreation.org to view the activity brochure and learn more about youth and adult programs.

Reducing Wildfire Risks in the Home Ignition Zone

Breakthrough research has shown that the majority of homes destroyed by wildfire are first ignited by embers and small flames. Register today for a free Santa Clara County Fire Department online workshop on August 31 at 6:30 p.m. to learn about hardening your home and reducing wildfire risks within the 5-foot buffer around your home. 

Share Concerns About Traveling to School

The City is developing a Safe Routes to School Master Plan to identify improvements that could be made around schools to create safe opportunities that encourage walking and biking. We want to hear from students, parents, and community members to learn about your experiences and to identify the most meaningful improvements. Please submit your concerns about walking, biking, or driving to school in Saratoga by Friday, August 20. Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/SRTS to learn more. 

Community Meeting & Survey on Fire Service

The Local Agency Formation Commission of Santa Clara County (LAFCO) is conducting
a Countywide Fire Service Review. As part of its comprehensive review of fire and
emergency medical services in Santa Clara County, LAFCO is hosting a Virtual Community Meeting on Wednesday, August 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

This is an opportunity to:

• Learn more about LAFCO's Countywide Fire Service Review
• Provide input on fire service and emergency medical service in your community
• Hear from your local fire service providers on fire safety and wildfire preparedness

• Using the Zoom link https://bit.ly/FireMeeting3, or
• Calling 669.900.6833 and entering Meeting ID 97285656161.

This meeting is for residents of Saratoga, Cupertino, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Mountain View, Palo Alto, and unincorporated areas of the northwest Santa Cruz Mountains.

LAFCO also asks you to take a brief survey that will be used to evaluate fire services and determine the level of wildfire preparedness.

Regional Housing Needs Allocation Appeal

Earlier this month, the City Council appealed its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) of more than 1,700 new homes to be built in Saratoga between 2023 and 2031. ABAG received 28 appeals from Bay Area jurisdictions, which included 6 appeals from Santa Clara County. The community can submit comments on appeals to RHNA@bayareametro.gov until August 30.

Saratoga Avenue Traffic Delays Extended

The Saratoga Avenue resurfacing project is underway. Consider using an alternate route as traffic delays are now expected through mid-August on Saratoga Avenue south of Highway 85. This project will repair damaged sections of pavement, micro-surface this section of roadway, and mark the fresh road surface with improved striping. 

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