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Passionate about the arts? Apply to serve on the Los Gatos Arts & Culture Commission & help shape our community’s cultural life!
Apply by Nov. 23, 2026, at 5 PM.
Apply: LosGatosCA.gov/CommissionApp…
Questions? [email protected] or (408) 354-6834.
ALT Arts and Culture Commission Recruitment Now Open
Rainy season is coming! Help prevent flooding and protect local waterways:
Clear storm drains and gutters.
Secure outdoor materials and cover chemicals.
Pick up pet waste.
Get Rain Ready! More tips at CleanCreeks.org
ALT Storm Drain
Today's #tbtLG is a photo of the Gem City French Laundry circa 1937 located on University Avenue. Courtesy of Town historical archives.
#LosGatosHistory
Wildfire resilience work continues at Heintz and Santa Rosa Open Spaces this week and next, with crews clearing regrowth and flammable vegetation along trails. Work includes Valley View & Sky Lane trails, then Santa Rosa Open Space and Belgatos Park.
Thank you for your patience!
ALT Defensible Space Work
ALT Defensible Space Work
ALT Tree Work Sign
This Saturday marks 37 years since the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake, which claimed 63 lives and devastated the Bay Area, including Los Gatos.
Be prepared: Make a plan, build a kit, sign up for alerts at AlertSCC.org, & download the MyShake app.
LosGatosCA.gov/EarthquakePre…
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The Town Council will consider objective design standards for single- and two-family homes and second-story additions on Oct. 20 at 7 PM.
Attend in person or remotely. Submit comments to [email protected] by 11 AM on Oct. 20.
LosGatosCA.gov/AgendasAndVid…
ALT Objective Design Standards at Town Council October 20
Get involved in local government! Volunteer opportunities are available on 10 Town boards, commissions, and committees, including Arts and Culture, Finance, Planning, Parks & Sustainability, and more.
Apply: LosGatosCA.gov/CommissionApp…
Questions? [email protected]/(408) 354-6834
ALT Boards and Commissions Recruitment 2026 Flyer
On Oct. 14, at 7 PM, the Planning Commission will consider proposed Town Code amendments for SB 9 projects, including two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits, and make a recommendation to the Town Council.
Attend in person or remotely. LosGatosCA.gov/AgendasAndVid…
ALT Senate Bill 9 at Planning Commission October 14
The Town has assessed the artificial turf field at Creekside Sports Park following its temporary closure. The field has reached the end of its expected service life. At this time, theres no anticipated timeline for reopening the field.
Thank you for your patience & understanding
ALT Creekside Sports Park Field Update Flyer
Today's #tbtLG is West Main Street circa 1894. The Christian Church (left), built in 1884, later moved west in 1930. The Ancient Order of United Workmen building (right), built in 1881, became a Boy Scout hall before being demolished in 1930.
#LosGatosHistory
A Heat Advisory has been extended for Los Gatos area through Wed, Oct. 7, at 10 PM. Stay cool, drink water, and check on those at greater risk. The Los Gatos Library is open daily from 10 AM–6 PM as a cooling center. Learn more: PrepareSCC.org/HeatSafety
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The Town will conduct wildfire risk reduction work in Belgatos Park and Heintz and Santa Rosa Open Spaces Oct. 7–21. Periodic trail closures may occur during the work.
Thank you for your patience as we work to reduce wildfire risk and protect our community!
ALT Wildfire Risk Reduction Work Map Area
A Heat Advisory is in effect for Los Gatos Saturday, Oct. 3, at 11 AM through Sunday, Oct. 4, at 10 PM.
Stay cool, drink water, and check on those at greater risk. The Los Gatos Library is open daily from 10 AM–6 PM as a cooling center.
Learn more: PrepareSCC.org/HeatSafety
ALT Heat Safety
Caltrans has notified the Town that Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 8am-12pm, the left lane will be closed on NB Hwy 17 between Main St and the State Route 9 connector ramp in Los Gatos.
The closure is needed for Caltrans maintenance crews to safely perform guardrail repair.
ALT Traffic Cone
Invasive, day-biting Aedes aegypti mosquitoes have been found in Los Gatos. They can spread diseases such as dengue, Zika, and yellow fever.
Report sightings: (408) 918-4770
Learn more: vector.santaclaracounty.gov/…
ALT Invasive Mosquitos detected in Los Gatos
Today's #tbtLG is a photo of the former Los Gatos Town Hall building in the 1960s. In its place is the Civic Center on East Main Street, which was dedicated in 1966. Courtesy of Town historical archives.
#LosGatosHistory
Playground surface repairs will take place at five parks and will take about 1.5 days.
• Howes Play Lot: 9/29
• Belgatos Park: 9/30
• Blossom Hill Park: 10/2
• Live Oak Manor Park: 10/5
• Oak Hill Play Lot: 10/7
Parks will remain open, but please avoid designated work areas
ALT Playground surface repairs
Town of Los Gatos retweeted
ALERT! West Nile virus infected mosquitoes have been detected in a small portion of the county and a treatment has been scheduled.
ZIP codes: 95032, 95124
Date: Thursday, Sept. 24
Time: 10 p.m.
More info at linktr.ee/SCCVCD
*UPDATE* As of September 22, 2026 at 5:30 pm, phones are back up and working.
Town phones temporarily down due to carrier outage.
9-1-1 NOT affected andfunctioning normally.
For non-emergency, urgent Police matters, call (408) 827-3206.
You may submit requests or send a message to a Town Department using the MyLosGatos311 app or LosGatosCA.gov/MyLosGatos311
ALT Telephone with text "Town Phone System Temporarily Down"
September is National Preparedness Month! Prepare your household for emergencies by building an emergency kit with water, food, medications, first aid supplies, flashlights, chargers, important documents, & pet supplies.
Learn more: LosGatosCA.gov/EmergencyPrep…
ALT National Preparedness Month Flyer