Stay Safe in the Hot Weather

Warmer temperatures are returning to Santa Clara County. Now is the time to protect yourselves and your loved ones from the impacts of heat risk, which can include heatstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn, rash, and other serious conditions.

We encourage you to take the necessary precautions, including:

1. Drink plenty of water and fluids with electrolytes, even if you do not feel thirsty.
2. Limit physical activity during peak heat hours.
3. Never leave children and/or pets in a parked car.
4. Wear light-colored, loose-fitting, or lightweight clothing.
5. Check on your family, friends, and neighbors who may be more vulnerable to heat impacts.

If you see someone in distress due to the heat impacts, call 9-1-1. 

If you need a place to stay cool, the Saratoga Library will be open as a Cooling Center, and other locations are available throughout Santa Clara County.

Please visit preparescc.org/heatsafety for more safety tips and Cooling Center details. 

Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Kevin Moran Park,12415 Scully Avenue. Highlights include the McCartysville band, group singing, a parade, ringing of the Liberty Bell, costumed historical figures, and free popsicles and American flags. Visit www.saratogaJuly4.com for more information. 

State Route 9 Closure

The California Department of Transportation will fully close Highway 9/Big Basin Road at Sanborn Road from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. each night from July 7 through July 11. These overnight closures are needed so that crews can safely continue installing sections of the temporary bridge for the Saratoga Creek Bridge Rehabilitation project. Motorists are advised to expect delays, allow extra time, and drive safely through the work zone. Learn more about the Saratoga Creek Bridge Rehabilitation project and traffic impacts. 

City Council Meeting Agenda

The July 5 City Council meeting agenda is available online at www.saratoga.ca.us/agenda. Members of the public can participate in person or via Zoom. Participation instructions are available on the meeting agenda. Written comments can be sent to the City Council before the meeting online at www.saratoga.ca.us/comment

Paint the City Voting Results

The Paint the City results are in! Earlier this year, Saratoga artists aged 10 and older were invited to submit conceptual artwork to transform 3 utility box locations in Saratoga into works of art. The community then selected their favorite designs at each location. Artwork was approved by Council earlier this month. Painting is expected to occur in the summer or fall. Winning artwork can be viewed on the City website at www.saratoga.ca.us/paintthecity

Summer Movie Nights

The City's free, family-friendly Movie Nights in El Quito Park will continue on the third Fridays of July and August. Movies begin at sundown, but come early to enjoy pre-movie activities and set up your spot! On July 21, Wall-E will be shown, and on August 18, we'll watch Inside Out. Visit www.saratoga.ca.us/events for more information.

Santa Clara County Community Wildfire Protection Plan 

The FireSafe Council is seeking public comment on Santa Clara County's draft Community Wildfire Protection Plan. This is a countywide document that wildfire agencies use as a guide to protect residents throughout the County. Public comments will be accepted through July 2. For more information, and to submit comments, visit www.sccfiresafe.org/cwpp

Classic & Cool Car Show

Save the date for Saratoga's Classic & Cool Car Show on Sunday, July 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Big Basin Way. This free event is sponsored by the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce and the Cool Car Club of Saratoga, Los Gatos, and Campbell. Come check out hundreds of cars and enjoy food, music, and drinks in the Saratoga 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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