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This year’s Halloween costume theme for the Town Manager’s Office and other dept was “What I Wanted to Be When I Grew Up” From veterinarians, detectives to Steve Irwin, Wonder Woman, & more.
We’re grateful to serve the amazing Los Gatos community. Happy Halloween!
ALT Town of Los Gatos Staff Dressed up for Halloween
Have a background in finance, accounting, or economics? Apply to serve on the Los Gatos Finance Commission! Help advise the Town Council on budgets, investments, & financial matters.
Apply: LosGatosCA.gov/CommissionApp…
Questions? [email protected] or (408) 354-6834.
ALT Finance Commission Recruitment Now Open 2026
The annual Los Gatos Library Children’s Halloween Storytime & Parade is always one of our favorite days of the year! Thank you to all the trick-or-treaters & families who came out with your creative costumes! Wishing everyone in the community a happy & safe Halloween!
Invasive Aedes aegypti mosquitoes have been found in Los Gatos and Santa Clara County. They can spread diseases like dengue, Zika, & yellow fever.
Dump, drain, & clean containers around your home to help prevent their spread.
vector.santaclaracounty.gov/…
ALT Drain and dump standing water around your home once a week
Today's #tbtLG is of El Monte Hotel (1891-1909). Located on the NE corner of E. Main and Pleasant Street, this hotel went by several names over the years: the Coleman House, the Alpine, the Rockhaven, & finally, the El Monte. It was destroyed by fire in 1909.
#LosGatosHistory
The Town is pleased to announce that there is now an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Outdoor SaveStation Cabinet available in the bus shelter at Town Plaza Park.
For instructions on how to use an AED device, please visit youtu.be/-fv9l7fuWXI?si=1_t3….
ALT AED Now Available at Plaza Park
Help promote equity and belonging in Los Gatos! Apply to serve on the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission. Opportunities are open to residents, business owners and employees, nonprofit employees, and faith leaders.
Apply by Nov. 23, 2026, at 5 PM: LosGatosCA.gov/CommissionApp…
ALT Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission Recruitment Now Open 2026
Los Gatos is welcoming a modern, semi-permanent public restroom to Plaza Park, replacing the traditional porta-potty with a cleaner, more comfortable, and accessible option.
Join us for this royal flush on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 1:30 PM at Plaza Park (Main St. & Santa Cruz Ave.)!
ALT Toilet Paper Cutting Ceremony
Help shape the Los Gatos and Monte Sereno Evacuation Plan!
Join Town staff and consultant Dudek on Nov. 5 at 6 PM in Council Chambers or remotely to share input on evacuation routes, alerts, assistance, and more.
Details and remote participation: LosGatosCA.gov/EmergencyPrep…
ALT Evacuation Planning Community Listening Session
The Town received USDA & FEMA grants for a Road Vegetation Removal Project to reduce wildfire risk & improve emergency access along hillside roads.
Work begins 10/2, expected to take 3–4 months, & will work on College Ave., Kimble Ave., Oak Hill Way, Central Ave., and E. Main St
ALT Roadside Vegetation Removal Project
Apply to serve on the Complete Streets and Transportation Commission, which advises the Town Council on streets, bike and pedestrian pathways, and safe routes to school.
Apply Nov. 23, 2026, at 5 PM: LosGatosCA.gov/CommissionApp…
Questions? [email protected] or (408) 354-6834.
ALT Complete Streets and Transportation Commission Recruitment Now Open
Help Los Gatos create a belonging tagline that reflects a welcoming community where everyone feels safe, included, and valued!
Take our 2-question survey by Nov. 10, 2026: LosGatosCA.gov/BelongingTagl…
Thank you for sharing your input!
ALT Belonging Tagline Survey
Today's #tbtLG shows volunteers moving the Wildcat Railroad from Jones Ranch to Oak Meadow Park on March 29–30, 1969. This photo shows a truck carrying three passenger coaches down Daves Avenue. The original MacDermot-built cars were replaced by replicas in 1971.
#LosGatosHistory
The Pledge of Allegiance at Last nights Council meeting was led by the K-Kids group from Van Meter Elementary School! This group is involved in a variety of local service projects & love to spend their free time enjoying the parks & nature in Los Gatos.
#ThankYouLGPledgeLeaders
ALT Pledge Leaders and Mayor Moore
Apply to serve on the Community Health & Senior Services Commission, which advises the Town Council on community health & senior services.
Apply by Nov. 23, 2026, at 5 PM.
Apply: LosGatosCA.gov/CommissionApp…
Questions? [email protected] or (408) 354-6834.
ALT Community Health and Senior Services Commission Recruitment 2026
The Town is preparing for a potential El Niño winter! Free sand and bags are available starting Oct. 20 in the public parking lot at 41 Miles Ave.
For details and to learn more about other El Nino preparation from the Town, visit: LosGatosCA.gov/EmergencyPrep….
ALT Seasonal Precipitation Outlook
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