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Wed Jul 8, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to rule on 25-home Masson Estates subdivision on Pierce Road

The commission will hold public hearings on two housing developments. The primary item is Masson Estates, a 25-lot subdivision on Pierce Road with 20 market-rate and 5 affordable homes, requiring certification of a Final Environmental Impact Report and approval of a tentative map. A continued hearing from May 13 for a three-lot subdivision at 14486 Oak Place is also on the agenda. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the June 10 meeting.

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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Traffic Safety Commission

TSC to review traffic safety at 8 locations including Saratoga-Los Gatos Rd

The Traffic Safety Commission will review and make recommendations on eight TSC Matrix items covering specific road segments and intersections, and receive a Sheriff's report on April and May 2026 citations and collisions. No action is required on the Sheriff's report.

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Recent meetings

Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council

City Council to vote on city manager employment agreement

The Saratoga City Council will meet on July 1, 2026, starting with a closed session on labor negotiations, followed by a joint meeting with the Chamber of Commerce and property owners. The regular meeting includes consent items (minutes, checks, financial report, landscape assessments, tree service contracts, landscape maintenance, and three final parcel maps) and two general business items: a decision on the city manager's employment contract and non-renewal of a Mills Act historic preservation agreement at 14065 Saratoga Avenue.

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Wed Jul 1, 2026

City Council

City Council to vote on City Manager employment agreement

The Saratoga City Council will consider approving a new employment agreement for the City Manager during its regular meeting. Other notable items include non-renewal of a Mills Act historic preservation agreement at 14065 Saratoga Avenue, approval of as-needed tree service contracts totaling up to $150,000, and a $518,058 amendment to the citywide landscape maintenance contract with Dinsmore Landscape Company. The council will also act on final map approvals for lots at 20393 Zorka Ave, 20030 Herriman Ave, and 20695 Rice Ct.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Library & Public Art Commission

Commission to discuss FY25-26 work plan and receive subcommittee updates on art projects

The Library and Public Arts Commission will review and approve minutes from April 13, 2026, and receive reports from the Santa Clara County Library District, Saratoga Community Library, and Friends of the Saratoga Libraries. They will hear updates from temporary subcommittees on the gateway sculpture, mural projects, banner project, Saratoga Rocks, and 70th Anniversary initiatives. The commission will also discuss next steps on the FY25-26 work plan and consider future agenda items.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

City Council

City Council to hold closed session on potential litigation

This is a special meeting with only a closed session item. The City Council will confer with legal counsel regarding significant exposure to litigation, involving up to five potential cases concerning constitutional and/or employment-related claims. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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Wed Jun 17, 2026

City Council

Council to adopt FY 2026-27 budget and discuss climate resilience

The City Council will hold a study session on Climate Resilience Districts and discuss their potential applicability to Saratoga. In the regular session, they will conduct public hearings on brush abatement, the city arborist plan check fee, and the Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1 assessments. Consent items include adoption of the FY 2026-27 budget, subdivision approvals, contract extensions, and a contract amendment for interim building official services. General business items cover community event grant allocations, universal design standards, and compliance with housing laws.

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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on 30-unit mixed-use project with density bonus

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a decision on a mixed-use project at 12230 Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road that includes 30 residential units, 2,660 sq ft of commercial space, and removal of five protected trees, subject to state density bonus law; and an appeal of a tree permit denial for a coast live oak at 12991 Pierce Road. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.

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Sat Jun 6, 2026

City Council

Council to interview City Manager candidates in closed session

This special City Council meeting has one agenda item: a closed session to interview candidates for the City Manager position. No other business will be discussed or decided.

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Fri Jun 5, 2026

City Council

Closed session to interview city manager candidates

The Saratoga City Council is holding a special meeting solely for a closed session to interview candidates for the position of City Manager. No other business is scheduled.

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Wed Jun 3, 2026

City Council

Council to decide between Sheriff and Los Gatos police for law enforcement services

The City Council will hold a study session on XyloPlan's wildfire modeling and Fehr & Peers' evacuation assessment for disaster preparedness. In regular session, the council will consider selecting a law enforcement service option for FY 2026-27, either remaining with the Santa Clara County Sheriff or transitioning to the Los Gatos-Monte Sereno Police Department starting July 2027. Other items include final map approval for a two-lot subdivision at 14860 Farwell Avenue, a five-year contract amendment for community access cable services, an asset lifecycle analysis, and a resolution calling for the November 2026 general municipal election.

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✓ Decided: Saratoga City Council calls for general municipal election on November 3, 2026

The City Council adopted a resolution to hold a general municipal election for three council seats. The council also appointed six new Youth Commissioners and approved a final map for two lots on Farwell Avenue.

Tue Jun 2, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to review revised Bellgrove Park playground renderings

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to review and vote on revised renderings for the Bellgrove Park Playground Replacement Project. The recommended action is to approve the revisions to the selected concept from SpecPlay. The meeting includes public comment opportunities.

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Tue May 26, 2026

Youth Commission

Youth Commission to elect 2026-2027 Chair and Vice Chair

The Saratoga Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 26, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Key agenda items include electing the 2026-2027 Chair and Vice Chair, reviewing and approving April 28 minutes, and discussing past and future events such as the Coffeehouse, Farmers' Market, Blossom Festival, and year-end activities. Subcommittees for Movie Night and Youth Engagement Survey will also be discussed, along with reports from the Marketing Chair and Treasurer.

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Wed May 20, 2026

City Council

Council to decide appeal for 19519 Glen Una Drive residence and ADU

The council will conduct a public hearing and vote on an appeal of a Planning Commission approval for a new 5,517-square-foot two-story house with a detached accessory dwelling unit and removal of two protected trees at 19519 Glen Una Drive. They will also hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2026-27 budget (final adoption scheduled for June 17). Other items include several consent calendar contracts and a resolution to set a weed abatement hearing.

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✓ Decided: Council denies appeal, allows new home and ADU at 19519 Glen Una Drive

The City Council voted 4-0 to deny an appeal of a design review approval, clearing the way for construction of a 5,517-square-foot residence with an accessory dwelling unit and removal of two protected trees at 19519 Glen Una Drive. The council also adopted ordinances updating speed regulations, approved a contract for citywide tree maintenance, and accepted easement and right-of-way dedications. A public hearing on the FY 2026-27 budget was held, but two motions to modify the budget failed on a 2-2 vote.

Tue May 19, 2026

City Council

Site visit for design review appeal at 19519 Glen Una Drive

The City Council will conduct a site visit regarding an appeal of the design review approval for a residence and accessory dwelling unit. This is an informational meeting where the Council may ask questions or hear statements before a formal public hearing.

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Thu May 14, 2026

Traffic Safety Commission

Commission to review After Action Report on Big Basin Way collision

The Traffic Safety Commission will review the Sheriff's collision statistics for February and March 2026, including an After Action Report on a collision at Big Basin Way and 3rd Street. They will also review and make recommendations on eight traffic safety matrix items at various Saratoga intersections. Additionally, the commission will approve the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting.

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Wed May 13, 2026

Planning Commission

Subdivision hearing for 14486 Oak Place deferred to July 8

The Planning Commission will consider a finding of General Plan conformity for the FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program and hold two public hearings, both recommended for continuance. The first hearing concerns a subdivision at 14486 Oak Place to create three lots with three-story single-family homes and an ADU. The second is an appeal of a tree permit decision at 12991 Pierce Road for removal of a coast live oak. The commission is also expected to approve minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting.

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Wed May 13, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss City Manager applicants in closed session

The City Council will hold a closed session under the public employment exception to review applicants for the City Manager position. No other business is on the agenda; the meeting consists solely of this closed session and procedural items.

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Tue May 12, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission

Bellgrove Park playground design to be finalized

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review and finalize the Bellgrove Park playground replacement concept, including a kickoff date. They will also receive updates on the Wildwood Park grant, Movie Night planning, and proposed changes to El Quito Park Community Garden rules. Budget requests for El Quito and Brookglen park improvements will be considered.

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Tue May 12, 2026

City Council

Special meeting to interview Youth Commission candidates

This is a special meeting of the Saratoga City Council solely to interview candidates for the Youth Commission. The agenda lists 15 applicants scheduled for interviews at five-minute intervals. No other business is on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Youth Commission members appointed for 2-year terms

The City Council appointed six applicants to full two-year terms on the Youth Commission. The appointment passed with a unanimous vote of five in favor and none opposed.

Mon May 11, 2026

Finance Advisory Committee

Committee reviews 2026-27 budget and tax levies

The Finance Advisory Committee will receive the preliminary 2026-27 budget and capital improvement program, and discuss enabling resolutions including the appropriations limit, Arrowhead Community Facility District tax levy, and General Obligation Bond tax levy. The committee will also consider approving minutes from March and April 2026. No final decisions are made; recommendations will go to the City Council.

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Wed May 6, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss charter city status and potential tax options for revenue

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance updating speed limits based on a 2025 survey. Key general business items include final map approval for a 52-lot subdivision at Chester and Allendale Avenues with a Williamson Act contract cancellation, a report on city arborist functions, and a discussion on charter city status and potential new tax revenue sources. The consent calendar includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, check registers, and a $113,951 augmentation to the household hazardous waste agreement with Santa Clara County.

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✓ Decided: Approved final map for 52 lots at Chester & Allendale, canceled Williamson Act contract

The council approved a resolution granting final map approval for a 52-lot subdivision at Chester Avenue and Allendale Avenue, along with final cancellation of a Williamson Act contract for the same property. They also introduced an ordinance updating speed limits based on a 2025 speed survey and approved several consent items, including a civic theater seat plaque donation program and a $113,951 augmentation for the household hazardous waste agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

Tue Apr 28, 2026

Youth Commission

Saratoga Youth Commission to plan future events and explore a youth engagement survey

The Saratoga Youth Commission will meet on April 28, 2026, to review past community events and discuss plans for the Blossom Festival and year-end presentation. Members will also review subcommittee reports for the Farmers’ Market, Bingo Night, Coffeehouse, and Movie Night, and explore developing a survey to assess local youth needs. These items affect local youth programming and community feedback channels, though the agenda lists only discussion and administrative updates with no binding votes scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Youth Commission approves meeting minutes and plans end-of-year activities

The Youth Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting. The group discussed future events, including the Blossom Festival and Year-End Presentation, and voted on preferred end-of-year activities. Additionally, the commission formed a temporary committee to develop a youth engagement survey.

Mon Apr 27, 2026

City Council

Council to discuss law enforcement services and contracts

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss initiation of litigation. In open session, Council will discuss law enforcement service priorities, reviewing current and proposed contracts with the Sheriff's Office and a preliminary proposal from Los Gatos. The Council is expected to provide staff direction on future law enforcement services.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses law enforcement options, no action taken

The Saratoga City Council held a special meeting on April 27, 2026, to discuss law enforcement service options. No vote was taken and no decision was made; the item was strictly a discussion to provide staff with further direction.

Tue Apr 21, 2026

PEBTAC (Trails Advisory Committee)

Trails committee gets updates on trail projects and safety improvements

The committee will approve its January 2026 minutes. Staff then presents updates on pending trails, traffic safety, the Blue Hills Elementary crossing at the Union Pacific Railroad, the Saratoga Village to Hakone Gardens trail, the Hakone Gardens to Quarry Park gap closure Phase I, and Pierce Road trail. No action is required on the staff report. Committee member reports are informational only.

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Wed Apr 15, 2026

City Council

Council to consider extending builder's remedy project agreement

The Saratoga City Council will meet in closed session on litigation, then hold a joint session with KSAR, followed by a regular session. Key public hearings include objections to weed abatement for the 2026 program and adoption of a new fee schedule effective July 1, 2026. General business items include an extension of a memorandum of understanding for the Chester/Allendale Builder's Remedy project, adoption of policies required by SB 707, and a preview of the FY 2026-27 General Fund budget.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts SB 707 teleconferencing, disruption, and posting policies

The council unanimously approved all agenda items, including adopting SB 707 compliance policies for teleconferencing, technology disruptions, and public posting. It also conducted a public hearing on weed abatement, removing 10 properties from the list and giving two until April 28 to comply. Other actions included amending the fee schedule, extending a Builder's Remedy project MOU, and receiving a preliminary FY 2026-27 budget preview. All votes were 5-0.

Tue Apr 14, 2026

Heritage Preservation Commission

Commission to review draft Heritage Resource Review policy and process

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review and provide recommendations on a draft Heritage Resource Review Policy and Process. They will also approve minutes from the February 10, 2026 special meeting, receive Brown Act and conflict of interest training from the City Attorney, and hear a liaison report on the council-approved FY 2026-27 workplan.

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Mon Apr 13, 2026

Library & Public Art Commission

Library/Public Art Commission to form 70th anniversary subcommittee

The Library and Public Art Commission will discuss creating a subcommittee to support Saratoga's 70th Anniversary celebration and programming. Commissioners will also receive reports from the Teen Advisory Board, library district, community library, and Friends of the Libraries, and hear updates on public art subcommittees including a gateway sculpture and mural projects.

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✓ Decided: Library commission cancels June meeting, forms 70th anniversary subcommittee

The Library and Public Art Commission approved minutes from February and March, received reports from library staff and the Teen Advisory Board, and formed a subcommittee to plan the City's 70th Anniversary celebration. The commission also canceled its June regular meeting and rescheduled it for June 23.

Wed Apr 8, 2026

Planning Commission

Rolling Hills Rd home/ADU with tree removal up for vote

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two residential projects: a new two-story home with attached ADU on Rolling Hills Rd requiring a variance and removal of nine protected trees, and a fence exception for a stone wall at Citrus Ln. Commissioners will also review the 2025 General Plan Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves new residence on Rolling Hills Rd and fence exception on Citrus Ln

The Planning Commission approved a design review and variance for a new two-story residence and attached ADU on Rolling Hills Rd. The Commission also approved a fence exception for a stone cladding wall at 19249 Citrus Ln. Additionally, the March 25, 2026, meeting minutes were approved.

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