Is Your Home Drought Ready?

We are in a drought emergency, and we must all cut back on our water use together. Remember to only run full loads of laundry and dishes. Always turn off the tap when performing other tasks in the bathroom or kitchen. You can even collect water while your shower warms up to flush the toilet or water your plants.

To help everyone use less water, Valley Water offers free tools and devices that make water conservation easy. You can upgrade your showerheads and aerators for free. To get drought ready, visit www.watersavings.org to learn how to save water and money.

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.

Last Chance to Take Housing Survey

Take the Housing Element Priorities and Values Survey by July 31 to share your opinions about housing in Saratoga. The survey deadline has been extended to get as much feedback as possible, and the results will be used as a foundation for future conversations about possible solutions and strategies.

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 11 at 6:30 p.m. or 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, and visit www.saratoga.ca.us/SRTS to learn more.

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.

Marshall Lane Subdivision Study Session

On August 10 at 5:00 p.m., the Planning Commission will hold a study session to discuss an application to subdivide a 9.8-acre parcel located at 18500 and 18520 Marshall Lane into 9 lots. A new private road off Marshall Lane would be constructed to access the lots. Learn more and find participation information.

Apply to Serve on a City Commission

The City is now accepting applications for positions on the Library and Community Engagement, Parks and Recreation, Public Art, 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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