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The Town of Los Gatos would like to provide the following tips to stay cool: Stay in air-conditioned space at home, the library, the mall, or a Cooling Center. Schedule outside activities before noon or in the evening. Avoid or minimize physical exertion. Drink lots of water. Avoid alcohol beverages and caffeinated drinks. Close shades and curtains by 9:00 am, especially on windows facing south or west. Keep lights off or turned down. Take cool baths or showers. Wear loose, light cotton clothing. Do not eat heavy meals. Avoid cooking with your oven. Do not sit in a hot car, even for a short time. Never leave a child or pet in a car. Check out the additional information about heat-related illnesses and do not hesitate to dial 9-1-1 if you are experiencing difficulty. [Additional info...]
The Town of Los Gatos is seeking up to 10 volunteers to serve as General Plan Update Advisory Committee members. The Committee will be responsible for refining the General Plan, a policy document that guides land use decisions through the identification of goals and standards. Members of the Committee are advisory to the Council and will be asked to: - Attend regular meetings at least twice a month
- Participate in Public Workshops
- Identify outdated information in the existing General Plan
- Address key topics,including the environment, recreation, and the needs of youth and seniors. The General Plan Update Advisory Committee is a short-term appointment lasting approximately 2 years. The Committee will sunset on July 2, 2010, unless extended by the Town Council. Openings are for adults (age 18 and over) and those who do not currently serve on a Town Commission, Board, or Committee. [More Information...]
The online Community Garage Sale Shopper's Guide is now available the May 17 event!
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View an exhibit of mixed media art in the Council Chambers by the LGS Recreation Senior Art Workshop through June 26.
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The Los Gatos/Monte Sereno Community Garage Sale is Saturday, May 17. With over 220 registered garage sales, there will be lots of great bargins and a day full of fun!
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The San Jose/Santa Clara Water Pollution Control Plant plays a vital role in protecting and preserving San Francisco Bay and is embarking on a Master Plan process to enhance its faciliites and equipment. The Plant serves the cities of San Jose, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Campbell, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Monte Sereno, and other unincorporated areas is conducting free facility bus tours May - August. Learn how water that is used in homes, schools, and businesses, which amounts to more than 110 million gallons per day - is cleaned to almost drinking water standards! Los Gatos residents should be receiving information about the tours in their mail shortly. [Additional info...]
The Terraces of Los Gatos and the Los Gatos Weekly are teaming together to bring recognition to a Los Gatos senior citizen who has made outstanding contributions to our community. Contributions may be from community activities, work, or volunteerism. Deadline to submit a nomination form is May 21 at 5:00 p.m. The award will be presented June 4, 2008 at the Terraces of Los Gatos. For more information, contact Pam Bancroft at(408) 356-1006. [Nomination Form...]
There is currently 1 vacancy on the Planning Commission. The Commission consists of seven residents of the Town of Los Gatos, each serving a four-year term and meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. The position will remain open until filled. Click on the link below for more information and an application. [Planning Commission Vacancy...]
Volunteer for the Rent Advisory Committee, Personnel Board, or Art Selection Panel. Positions are vacant until filled.
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High speed internet access is available at the Civic Center and Los Gatos Public Library. No password is required - ssid: LosGatosPublicWiFi Disclaimer: It is assumed that you are knowledgeable in connecting to a basic unsecured wireless network. The Town is not responsible for support of personal computing equipment. It is the users responsibility to ensure that personal equipment is running the latest updated firewall and anti-virus software.
The Town of Los Gatos would like to provide the following tips to stay cool: Stay in air-conditioned space at home, the library, the mall, or a Cooling Center. Schedule outside activities before noon or in the evening. Avoid or minimize physical exertion. Drink lots of water. Avoid alcohol beverages and caffeinated drinks. Close shades and curtains by 9:00 am, especially on windows facing south or west. Keep lights off or turned down. Take cool baths or showers. Wear loose, light cotton clothing. Do not eat heavy meals. Avoid cooking with your oven. Do not sit in a hot car, even for a short time. Never leave a child or pet in a car. Check out the additional information about heat-related illnesses and do not hesitate to dial 9-1-1 if you are experiencing difficulty. [Additional info...]
Students who live in Los Gatos or have a Los Gatos mailing address (in Santa Clara County) and attend a Los Gatos school are eligible to apply. Applications are available at Town Hall, by contacting Jackie Rose at 354-6834 or jrose@losgatosca.gov, or on the Towns website www.losgatosca.gov (Government: Board and Commission Vacancies; Application Process; Youth Commission) and are due by May 20, 2008. Interviews will be held May 26-28, 2008, and the Town Council will make the official appointments on June 16, 2008. Read our press release for more info. [Additional info...]
On April 7, the Council authorized the Town Manager to move forward with conceptual design services for a new Library. As the Town launches the planning for the new Library, there will be many opportunities for the community to ask questions and provide input. Click here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
High speed internet access is available at the Los Gatos Library and Civic Center. No password is required - ssid: LosGatosPublicWiFi Disclaimer: It is assumed that you are knowledgeable in connecting to a basic unsecured wireless network. The Town is not responsible for support of personal computing equipment. It is the users responsibility to ensure that personal equipment is running the latest updated firewall and anti-virus software.
You will need go to Our Consumer Reports Link. Enter your library card #. When the page appears you can browse by year and issue or "search within this publication" to find the article you are looking for.
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