July 4th CelebrationSaratoga's July 4th celebration will be held on Monday, July 4 at 9:30 a.m. in Kevin Moran Park (12415 Scully Avenue). Bring the family to enjoy festive activities and a free concert of patriotic tunes performed by the McCartysville Volunteer Band. The event will also feature historical characters, popsicles and flags for children, a patriotic parade, and a children's sing-a-long. Bring a blanket to find a seat on the lawn. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/saratogajuly4 |
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Fireworks are Extremely Dangerous and IllegalThis holiday weekend, please remember that fireworks are illegal and can result in dangerous fires and serious injuries. This year, the danger of fires caused by fireworks is extreme due to unprecedented drought conditions, large grass crops, and abundant vegetation. It is critically important to take precautions and do your part to prevent wildfires.
Fines will be issued to anyone using, possessing, storing, or selling illegal fireworks. In Santa Clara County, property owners can be held responsible and fined for the illegal use of fireworks on their property. If there is an active fire or medical emergency, residents should call 9-1-1.
Community members are encouraged to participate in safe, legal, and fun activities to celebrate Independence Day. Happy Fourth of July! |
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Youth in Government Summer InternshipHigh school students who live in Saratoga are invited to learn about local government during the Youth in Government Program, a 2-week summer internship that provides students with the chance to meet their elected representatives, gain hands-on experience, and earn 34 hours of service credits. The program cost is $50/per student. Spaces are very limited, register by July 7 at www.saratoga.ca.us/yig
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Community Harvest UpdatesThank you to everyone who joined the City of Saratoga for this year’s Community Harvest! Photos from this year’s event are available on the City’s Facebook page.
Due to a variety of unexpected factors, such as the orchard producing an overall smaller crop of fruit and the rapidly changing weather during apricot season, there were fewer opportunities to participate in the harvest than expected. There will be no more opportunities to harvest apricots this year. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank the community for understanding.
Please visit www.saratoga.ca.us/subscribe and sign up for the City newsletter to be informed of any future opportunities. |
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City Council Meeting Agenda - July 6The June 15 City Council meeting agenda is available online at www.saratoga.ca.us/agenda. You can speak on items you're interested in by joining the meeting using Zoom or calling in. Detailed participation instructions are available on the agenda. You can also watch without participating on KSAR Channel 15 or the City’s website at www.saratoga.ca.us/watch. Written comments can be sent to the City Council before the meeting online at www.saratoga.ca.us/comment |
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Initial Draft of Housing Element Available for Public ReviewThe initial draft of the City’s 2023-2031 Housing Element is now available for public review on the City website. California jurisdictions are required by the State to update their Housing Element, a blueprint for future housing development, every 8 years to plan for projected housing needs. The draft Housing Element for the City of Saratoga would allow for over 1,700 new homes to be built in Saratoga between 2023 and 2031 based on State housing projections.
A public comment period on the initial draft is required before the City can submit the Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for preliminary review. An updated draft along with the Environmental Impact Report will both be available for public comment in late fall/early winter 2022. Once the draft Housing Element has been updated to address HCD comments, Planning Commission and City Council hearings will be scheduled for final review and adoption.
Written comments (including name, affiliation, and contact information) on the initial draft can be submitted through July 5, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. to Community Development Director Debbie Pedro by email at dpedro@saratoga.ca.us or by mail to:
City of Saratoga Community Development Department, Debbie Pedro
13777 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga CA 95070
The community can also speak on the initial draft during at the City Council Meeting on July 6, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Join the meeting using the following information: |
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America the Beautiful Visit the Saratoga Village to see downtown decked out for the patriotic season. America the Beautiful is a community project led by volunteers who decorate the Village along with local business owners. Residents can join in the spirited fun too. In celebration of the 4th of July, you can fly an American flag, dress your home with red, white, and blue, or decorate your mailbox in a patriotic theme. |
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Free Movie NightsMark your calendars for free, family-friendly movie nights in El Quito Park (12855 Paseo Presada) every third Friday this summer! The July 15 event will feature Luca, and the Frozen Sing-A-Long will be shown on August 19. Movies will be played at sundown. For more information, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/events |
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Classic & Cool Car ShowOver 200 cars will gather in the Saratoga Village along Big Basin Way for the 11th Annual Classic & Cool Car Show on Sunday, July 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event is sponsored by the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce and the Cool Car Club of Saratoga, Los Gatos, and Campbell. There will be a wide selection of food from local restaurants and food trucks, tasty beer and wine from local breweries and wineries, and a live band in the center of the Village. Additional events will also be held throughout Car Show Week leading up to Sunday's main event. For more information, visit saratogachamber.org |
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Saratoga Creek Hazard Tree Removal and Restoration Valley Water is scheduled to begin its third and final phase of tree removals on August 1 for the Saratoga Creek Hazard Tree Removal and Restoration Project. The project is located along Saratoga Creek between Cox Avenue and Prospect Road.
Valley Water has removed 104 trees over the last three years. This fall, 32 trees will be removed between the Brookside Club and Prospect High School. The eucalyptus grove in this area is infected with a wood softening fungus called laetiporus. Laetiporus is a brown rot fungus that greatly increase the risk of large branch and whole tree failure by breaking down the cellulose in the wood.
The goals of the project are to expand and enhance the native mixed riparian habitat and reduce the risk of bank erosion or destabilization. The restoration of the creek area will be monitored by the Regional Water Quality Control board for a minimum of 10 years to ensure the success of the project. More information can be found on the Valley Water website. |
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Apply to Serve on a City CommissionWe're seeking civic-minded citizens to apply to serve on the City's various Commissions. Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/comvac to learn more and apply online! |
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