Saratoga public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending speed regulations near schools, with a first reading and direction to place it for adoption in January 2026. The consent calendar includes routine items such as approving minutes, check registers, the 2026 meeting schedule, a sales tax data collection resolution, and annual financial reports. The council will also recognize the 30th anniversary of the Saratoga Woods Little Christmas Tree Tradition and make commission appointments.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 9 (Speed Regulations) for school speed zones
• Resolution appointing George Mednick and reappointing Jason Mount to Traffic Safety Commission, and reappointing Bill Cooper to Heritage Preservation Commission
• Resolution giving Nuemo Muniservices Consultants authority to collect and analyze sales tax data
• Accept AB1600 Development Impact Fee annual report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2025
• Receive and file Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for 2024-25

The Saratoga City Council approved the 2026 meeting schedule, appointed George Mednick to the Traffic Safety Commission, reappointed Jason Mount and Bill Cooper, and extended commissioner terms. It also adopted resolutions for sales tax data collection, council assignments, and the local appointments list, and introduced a speed zone ordinance for schools.

• Approved 2026 City Council Meeting Schedule (5-0)
• Appointed George Mednick, reappointed Jason Mount and Bill Cooper to commissions (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-071 for Nuemo Muniservices sales tax data collection (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-072 for 2026 council assignments (5-0)
• Adopted Local Appointments List for 2026 terms (5-0)
• Introduced speed zone ordinance for schools, first reading waived (5-0)
• Approved minutes, check registers, AB1600 report, ACFR (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a citywide tree regulation amendment to strengthen fire protection, a new short-term rental ordinance, and four development applications including a new home on Farwell Avenue, a variance on Paseo Lado, and a multi-family building on Oak Street. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. All items are recommendations to the City Council or decisions subject to appeal.

• ZOA25-0006: Amend tree regulations (Article 15-50) to strengthen fire protection citywide
• ZOA25-0004: New short-term rental ordinance (Article 15-42) for licensing and taxation
• PDR24-0014/ARB24-0087: 5,181 sq ft home with ADU at 14700 Farwell Avenue, height exception to 29.79 ft, removal of 3 protected trees
• VAR25-0003: Variance to keep overhead electrical line at 18645 Paseo Lado
• ADR25-0047/VAR25-0004: Three-story two-unit building with ADU at 14575 Oak Street, variances for setback, coverage, parking, stories

Commission Interviews - Heritage Preservation & Traffic Safety Commissions

The Saratoga City Council will hold commission interviews for Heritage Preservation and Traffic Safety, receive updates from the Saratoga Ministerial Association, and conduct its regular session. Key actions include appointing a new Mayor and Vice Mayor, approving consent calendar items such as meeting minutes, check registers, and final maps for two-lot subdivisions, and initiating renewal of the Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1.

• Appointment of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Interviews for Heritage Preservation (Bill Cooper) and Traffic Safety (Jason Mount, George Mednick) commissions
• Final map approval for two lots at 14470 Sobey Road (APN: 397-04-055)
• Final map approval for two lots at 13540 Saraview Drive (APN: 503-53-044)
• Resolutions to initiate renewal of Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1 for FY 26-27

The Saratoga City Council reappointed Bill Cooper to the Heritage Preservation Commission and appointed Jason Mount and George Mednick to the Traffic Safety Commission. In general business, the council elected Chuck Page as Mayor and Tina Walia as Vice Mayor, with oaths administered. All other agenda items, including consent calendar approvals and resolutions, were passed unanimously.

• Reappointed Bill Cooper to Heritage Preservation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Jason Mount and appointed George Mednick to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Nov 5, Nov 17, and Nov 19 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted 11/13/2025 accounts payable check registers (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for October 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 25-066 and 25-067 for LLA-1 district renewal (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 14470 Sobey Road (Resolution 25-068) (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 13540 Saraview Drive (Resolution 25-069) (5-0)

Joint Session - Saratoga Ministerial Association

The Saratoga City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 3, 2025, with a joint session with the Saratoga Ministerial Association to receive updates. The main business includes appointing a new Mayor and Vice Mayor, approving consent calendar items such as meeting minutes, accounts payable, and final maps for two subdivisions, and reviewing council assignment descriptions. The meeting also includes commission interviews for Heritage Preservation and Traffic Safety vacancies.

• Appointment of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Final map approval for two lots at 14470 Sobey Road
• Final map approval for two lots at 13540 Saraview Drive
• Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1 renewal for FY 26-27
• Commission interviews for Heritage Preservation and Traffic Safety vacancies

The Saratoga City Council held its regular meeting on December 3, 2025, and made several decisions. The most significant was the appointment of Chuck Page as Mayor and Tina Walia as Vice Mayor, with the oath of office administered. The council also reappointed Bill Cooper to the Heritage Preservation Commission and Jason Mount and George Mednick to the Traffic Safety Commission. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously, including minutes, accounts payable, treasurer's report, and resolutions for the landscaping district and final maps.

• Reappointed Bill Cooper to Heritage Preservation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Jason Mount and appointed George Mednick to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Nov 5, Nov 17, and Nov 19 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted 11/13/2025 accounts payable check registers (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for October 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 25-066 and 25-067 for LLA-1 district renewal (5-0)
• Approved final map for 14470 Sobey Road (Resolution 25-068) (5-0)
• Approved final map for 13540 Saraview Drive (Resolution 25-069) (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold commission interviews, a joint session with the Saratoga Ministerial Association, and a regular session. Key actions include appointing a new Mayor and Vice Mayor, approving consent calendar items such as meeting minutes, check registers, and final maps for two-lot subdivisions, and initiating renewal of the Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1.

• Appointment of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Final map approval for two lots at 14470 Sobey Road
• Final map approval for two lots at 13540 Saraview Drive
• Resolution to renew Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1 for FY 26-27
• Commission interviews for Heritage Preservation and Traffic Safety

The Saratoga City Council reappointed Bill Cooper to the Heritage Preservation Commission and Jason Mount and George Mednick to the Traffic Safety Commission. In general business, the council elected Chuck Page as Mayor and Tina Walia as Vice Mayor, with Page's nomination passing unanimously and Walia's passing 4-0 with one abstention. The council also approved the consent calendar, including minutes, accounts payable, treasurer's report, resolutions for the landscaping district, and final maps for two properties.

• Reappointed Bill Cooper to Heritage Preservation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Jason Mount and appointed George Mednick to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Nov 5, Nov 17, and Nov 19 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted 11/13/2025 accounts payable check registers (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for October 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 25-066 and 25-067 for LLA-1 district renewal (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 14470 Sobey Road (Resolution 25-068) (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 13540 Saraview Drive (Resolution 25-069) (5-0)

Joint Session - Valley Water & San Jose Water

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with Valley Water and San Jose Water to receive updates, followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include adopting a two-year employee union agreement, reviewing the Climate Action Plan 2030, and discussing emergency preparedness and wildfire planning. Several routine items are on the consent calendar.

• Adopt MOU with Saratoga Employee Association (AFSCME Local 101) for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2027
• Approve $77,036 first-year agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for financial software
• Award $59,424 contract to Sanchez Electric Inc. for KSAR Booth Addition at Saratoga Civic Theater
• Designate giant sequoia at 13282 Pierce Road as Heritage Tree
• Authorize Mills Act Agreement for 19490 Glen Una Drive

The Saratoga City Council approved a consent calendar including financial software, theater construction, weed abatement, and a PERB report. They adopted a two-year employee MOU, designated a heritage tree, authorized a builder's remedy tolling agreement, and denied a Mills Act agreement. They also received reports on climate action, wildfire preparedness, business processes, and youth commission.

• Approved CentralSquare financial software agreement up to $77,036 first year (5-0)
• Awarded $59,424 contract to Sanchez Electric for KSAR booth (5-0)
• Approved Santa Clara County weed abatement agreement (5-0)
• Received PERB factfinding report (4-0, Page recused)
• Adopted Resolution 25-064 approving SEA/AFSCME MOU (4-0, Page recused)
• Adopted Resolution 25-065 designating giant sequoia at 13282 Pierce Rd as heritage tree (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign Chester/Allendale builder's remedy tolling MOU (5-0)
• Denied Mills Act agreement for 19490 Glen Una Drive without prejudice (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with Valley Water and San Jose Water, then a regular meeting covering consent items and general business. Key actions include approving a three-year financial software agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for up to $77,036 in the first year, awarding a $59,424 contract for the Civic Theater KSAR booth addition, and adopting a two-year MOU with the Saratoga Employee Association. The council will also review the Climate Action Plan 2030 annual report, discuss a wildfire preparedness plan, and consider several property-related items.

• Agreement with CentralSquare Technologies for financial software, not to exceed $77,036 first year, with 5% annual increases
• Contract award to Sanchez Electric Inc. for $59,424 plus 10% contingency for KSAR booth addition at Saratoga Civic Theater
• Resolution to adopt MOU with Saratoga Employee Association (AFSCME Local 101) for July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2027
• Heritage Tree designation for giant sequoia at 13282 Pierce Road
• Mills Act Agreement for property at 19490 Glen Una Drive

The Saratoga City Council approved a three-year financial software agreement with CentralSquare Technologies, awarded a $59,424 contract for the KSAR Booth Addition, and adopted a resolution designating a giant sequoia at 13282 Pierce Road as a Heritage Tree. The council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Saratoga Employee Association (AFSCME Local 101) for 2025-2027, and authorized the City Manager to sign a tolling agreement for the Chester/Allendale Builder's Remedy project. A proposed Mills Act Agreement for 19490 Glen Una Drive was denied without prejudice to reconsideration next year.

• Approved CentralSquare financial software agreement up to $77,036 first year (5-0)
• Awarded $59,424 contract to Sanchez Electric Inc. for KSAR Booth Addition (5-0)
• Approved weed abatement agreement with Santa Clara County (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-064 approving SEA/AFSCME MOU for 2025-2027 (4-0, Page recused)
• Adopted Resolution 25-065 designating giant sequoia at 13282 Pierce Road as Heritage Tree (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to sign MOU on Chester/Allendale Builder's Remedy project (5-0)
• Denied Mills Act Agreement for 19490 Glen Una Drive without prejudice (5-0)
• Received PERB Factfinding Report (4-0, Page recused)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council, Planning Commission, and Heritage Preservation Commission are holding a joint study session to review the preliminary draft of the Village Design Standards and supporting Zoning Ordinance text amendments. The council will provide feedback for incorporation into a draft ordinance to be reviewed by the Planning Commission. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Review of draft Village Design Standards text
• Draft zoning text amendments for consistency with new Article
• Ad Hoc Committee feedback on design standards
• Public correspondence on the proposed standards

The City Council held a joint study session with the Planning Commission and Heritage Preservation Commission to review the preliminary draft of the Village Design Standards and supporting zoning text amendments. No formal decisions were made; the feedback will be incorporated into a draft ordinance for future Planning Commission review. Public comment was heard from eight residents.

• Reviewed preliminary draft Village Design Standards and zoning text amendments (no vote)
• Heard public comment from eight speakers
• Adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a regular meeting on November 5, 2025, starting with a closed session on labor negotiations, followed by a joint session with Saratoga Schools. The main business includes consent calendar items such as budget amendments, contracts, and final map approvals, plus public hearings on fee schedule changes and heritage designations. The council will also discuss food truck regulations and the Mills Act property tax abatement program.

• Adopt 2025 annual code update (includes zoning map change for Chester/Allendale Housing Opportunity Site)
• Adopt 2025 California Building Standards Code with local modifications
• Approve $187,000 annual contract amendment with Flock Systems for license plate readers
• Approve $50,000 contract with Urban37, Inc. for Public Works staffing
• Public hearing on fee schedule changes effective January 5, 2026

The Saratoga City Council unanimously approved a series of consent calendar items, including the adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code with local modifications (Ordinance 414) and the annual code update (Ordinance 413). They also approved contracts, budget amendments, and fee schedule changes. Two heritage resource designations were terminated, and the Mills Act policy was updated with a decision not to renew an agreement for a property on Saratoga Avenue.

• Adopted Ordinance 413, annual code update (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 414, 2025 Building Standards Code (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 contract with Urban37 for staffing (5-0)
• Approved $187,000 Flock Systems ALPRS amendment (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-060, fee schedule changes (5-0)
• Terminated heritage designation at 14650 6th St (5-0)
• Terminated heritage designation at 19050 Camino Barco (5-0)
• Adopted Mills Act policy, non-renewed agreement at 14065 Saratoga Ave (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold public hearings on the 2025 annual code update and the adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Code, and will discuss priorities for the Santa Clara County Sheriff's contract. The council will also receive updates on village traffic safety and school speed zones, and consider several routine consent items.

• Public hearing on 2025 annual code update, including rezoning the Chester/Allendale Housing Opportunity Site
• Public hearing on adopting 2025 California Building Standards Code with local modifications
• Discussion on Santa Clara County Sheriff's contract negotiation priorities
• Final map approval for two lots at 13305 Pierce Road
• Proclamation declaring October 2025 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Saratoga City Council introduced and waived first reading of two ordinances: the 2025 annual code update and the 2025 California Building Standards Code with local modifications. Both were directed to the consent calendar for adoption at the next meeting. The council also directed staff to prepare a school speed zone ordinance contingent on state legislation.

• Introduced 2025 annual code update ordinance, waived first reading (5-0)
• Introduced 2025 Building Standards Code ordinance, waived first reading (5-0)
• Amended building code ordinance to include Reach Codes (3-2)
• Approved final map for two lots at 13305 Pierce Road (5-0)
• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 09/24/2025 and 10/01/2025 (5-0)
• Proclaimed October 2025 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Directed staff to prepare school speed zone ordinance for AB 382 or AB 321 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a fence exception request for a property at 19518 Glen Una Dr. The applicant seeks to install a 4-foot-2-inch open metal fence with 4-foot-4-inch columns in the front setback, where only 3 feet is allowed. The commission will also approve minutes from two prior meetings. The rest of the agenda is procedural.

• Public hearing on fence exception (FER25-0005) at 19518 Glen Una Dr, zoned R-1-40,000
• Recommended action: adopt Resolution No. 25-017 approving the fence exception
• Approve minutes from September 10, 2025 regular meeting
• Approve minutes from September 24, 2025 special meeting

Joint Session - Los Gatos Saratoga Recreation

The Saratoga City Council will hold joint sessions with the Youth Commission and Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation, then a regular session with public hearings and general business. Key items include discussing a draft Short-Term Rentals Ordinance, considering Wildland Urban Interface boundary adjustments, and receiving information on Climate Resilience Districts. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a proclamation for OCD Awareness Month.

• Discussion of draft Short-Term Rentals Ordinance and referral to Planning Commission
• Direct staff to include Option 1 WUI boundary adjustments in annual building code update
• Receive information on Climate Resilience Districts and provide direction
• Proclamation declaring October 2025 as OCD Awareness Month
• Reappointments to Parks & Recreation and Library & Public Art Commissions

The Saratoga City Council held joint sessions with the Youth Commission and Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation, then approved routine consent items and several appointments. The council directed staff to refer the draft short-term rentals ordinance to the Planning Commission for a public hearing and recommendation, and to include Option 1 boundary adjustments to the Wildland Urban Interface map in the annual building code update. A proclamation for OCD Awareness Month was issued, and commission appointments were made.

• Proclaimed October 2025 as OCD Awareness Month
• Reappointed Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission; reappointed Cristina Meiser and appointed Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 09/10/2025 and 09/17/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for month ended August 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Directed staff to refer draft short-term rentals ordinance to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Directed staff to include Option 1 WUI boundary adjustments in annual building code update (5-0)

Joint Session - Youth Commission

The Saratoga City Council will hold joint sessions with the Youth Commission and Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation, then a regular session to discuss several items, including a draft short-term rentals ordinance, Wildland Urban Interface boundary adjustments, and Climate Resilience Districts. The council will also consider appointments to the Parks & Recreation and Library & Public Art Commissions and proclaim October as OCD Awareness Month.

• Discuss draft Short-Term Rentals Ordinance and refer to Planning Commission
• Direct staff to include Option 1 WUI boundary adjustments in building code update
• Receive information on Climate Resilience Districts
• Reappoint Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission; reappoint Cristina Meiser and appoint Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission
• Proclaim October 2025 as OCD Awareness Month

The Saratoga City Council unanimously directed staff to refer the draft Short-Term Rentals Ordinance to the Planning Commission for a public hearing and recommendation. The Council also unanimously directed staff to include Option 1 boundary adjustments to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) map in the annual building code update. Additionally, the Council approved the reappointment of Isabelle Gecils to the Parks & Recreation Commission and the reappointment of Cristina Meiser and appointment of Shalu Pandey to the Library & Public Art Commission. The meeting included joint sessions with the Youth Commission and Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation, and a proclamation declaring October 2025 as OCD Awareness Month.

• Referred draft Short-Term Rentals Ordinance to Planning Commission for public hearing (5-0)
• Directed staff to include Option 1 WUI boundary adjustments in annual building code update (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-054 reappointing Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission and Cristina Meiser, appointing Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Proclaimed October 2025 as OCD Awareness Month
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 09/10/2025 and 09/17/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for month ended August 31, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will review a draft Short-Term Rentals ordinance and direct staff to refer it to the Planning Commission for a public hearing. The body will also direct staff to include Option 1 boundary adjustments to the Wildland Urban Interface map and receive information on Climate Resilience Districts. Routine consent items include approving minutes and accepting financial reports.

• Discussion of draft Short-Term Rentals (STR) Ordinance with direction to refer to Planning Commission
• Direction to include Option 1 boundary adjustments to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) map
• Receipt of information on Climate Resilience Districts and provision of further direction to staff
• Adoption of resolution reappointing Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission and appointing Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission
• Proclamation declaring October 2025 as Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Awareness Month

The Saratoga City Council held joint sessions with the Youth Commission and Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation, then approved routine consent items and several appointments. The council directed staff to refer the draft short-term rentals ordinance to the Planning Commission for a public hearing and recommendation, and also directed staff to include Option 1 boundary adjustments to the Wildland Urban Interface map in the annual building code update. No substantive decisions were made on the Heritage Preservation Commission discussion or Climate Resilience Districts, which were informational only.

• Proclaimed October 2025 as OCD Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Reappointed Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission; reappointed Cristina Meiser and appointed Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted 09/10/2025 and 09/17/2025 accounts payable check registers (unanimous)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for August 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Directed staff to refer draft STR ordinance to Planning Commission for public hearing (unanimous)
• Directed staff to include Option 1 WUI boundary adjustments in annual building code update (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider adopting Resolution No. 25-016, which recommends the City Council adopt an ordinance with annual cleanup amendments to Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of the City Code. These amendments aim to clarify ambiguities, comply with state laws, and conform to new best practices. The meeting includes public hearings, oral communications, and standard procedural items.

• Adopt Resolution No. 25-016 recommending City Council adopt zoning code amendments
• Annual update to Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of the Saratoga City Code
• Public hearing on the zoning code amendments
• Appeal rights: 15-day window to file appeal with City Clerk

State of the City

This is a special meeting of the Saratoga City Council for the annual State of the City address. The agenda contains only this presentation and adjournment, with no other business items. Public comment is allowed on the agenda item.

• Annual State of the City Address

Commission Interviews - Parks & Recreation and Library & Public Art Commission

The Saratoga City Council will hold interviews for Parks & Recreation and Library & Public Art Commission vacancies, receive updates from the Santa Clara County Library District, and consider several routine items including a $4.26 million pavement contract. They will also discuss reestablishing the bench dedication program, AI guidelines, and a code compliance policy amendment.

• Award $4,259,237 construction contract to Teichert Construction for 2025 Pavement Management Program
• Adopt ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as a Historic Landmark
• Approve final map for 18501 Vessing Road
• Reestablish Bench Dedication Program
• Review guidelines for AI use in city operations

The Saratoga City Council unanimously reappointed Isabelle Gecils to the Parks & Recreation Commission and reappointed Cristina Meiser while appointing Shalu Pandey to the Library & Public Art Commission, all for terms ending September 30, 2029. The council also awarded a $4,259,237 construction contract to Teichert Construction for the 2025 Pavement Management Program, adopted several resolutions including a historic landmark designation and a budget amendment, and reestablished the Bench Dedication Program. No substantive decisions were made on AI guidelines, which were only discussed for feedback.

• Reappointed Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Cristina Meiser and appointed Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 412 designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as Historic Landmark (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-051 transferring Safe Routes to School funds (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-052 granting final map approval for 18501 Vessing Road (5-0)
• Awarded $4,259,237 construction contract to Teichert Construction for 2025 Pavement Management Program (5-0)
• Reestablished Bench Dedication Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-053 amending Code Compliance Policy to add proactive enforcement (5-0)

Joint Session - Santa Clara County Library District

The Saratoga City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations, commission interviews, and a joint session with the Santa Clara County Library District. The main business includes awarding a $4,259,237 construction contract for the 2025 Pavement Management Program, adopting an ordinance to designate 19490 Glen Una Drive as a historic landmark, and discussing guidelines for AI use in city operations.

• Award $4,259,237 contract to Teichert Construction for 2025 Pavement Management Program
• Adopt ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive (APN 510-06-003) as Historic Landmark
• Budget amendment transferring Safe Routes to School funds for FY25-26
• Reestablish Bench Dedication Program and provide direction on parameters
• Adopt resolution amending Code Compliance Policy to add proactive enforcement

The Saratoga City Council approved a $4,259,237 construction contract with Teichert Construction for the 2025 Pavement Management Program, adopted an ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as a Historic Landmark, and reestablished the Bench Dedication Program. The council also adopted resolutions amending the code compliance policy and transferring Safe Routes to School funds, and approved final map for 18501 Vessing Road. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Awarded $4,259,237 construction contract to Teichert Construction for 2025 Pavement Management Program (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 412 designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as Historic Landmark (5-0)
• Reestablished Bench Dedication Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-053 amending Code Compliance Policy to add proactive enforcement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-051 transferring Safe Routes to School funds to implementation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-052 granting final map approval for 18501 Vessing Road (5-0)
• Reappointed Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Cristina Meiser and appointed Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 17, 2025, preceded by a closed session on labor negotiations, commission interviews, and a joint session with the Santa Clara County Library District. During the regular session, the council will consider consent items including a $4,259,237 construction contract for the 2025 Pavement Management Program, a historic landmark designation for 19490 Glen Una Drive, and a budget amendment for Safe Routes to School. General business items include reestablishing the Bench Dedication Program, discussing AI use guidelines, and amending the code compliance policy.

• Award $4,259,237 construction contract to Teichert Construction for 2025 Pavement Management Program, with up to $426,000 in change orders
• Adopt ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive (APN 510-06-003) as a Historic Landmark
• Adopt resolution transferring Safe Routes to School assessment funds to implementation CIP project for FY25-26
• Adopt resolution granting final map approval for 18501 Vessing Road
• Review guidelines for use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in City Operations

The Saratoga City Council unanimously approved a $4,259,237 contract with Teichert Construction for the 2025 Pavement Management Program, including authorization for change orders up to $426,000. The council also adopted an ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as a historic landmark, approved a budget transfer for Safe Routes to School, and reestablished the Bench Dedication Program. All votes were 5-0. The council received feedback on AI guidelines but took no formal action on that item.

• Approved $4,259,237 construction contract with Teichert Construction for 2025 Pavement Management Program (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 412 designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as a Historic Landmark (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-051 transferring Safe Routes to School funds to implementation CIP (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-052 granting final map approval for 18501 Vessing Road (5-0)
• Reestablished Bench Dedication Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-053 amending Code Compliance Policy to add proactive enforcement (5-0)
• Reappointed Isabelle Gecils to Parks & Recreation Commission (5-0)
• Reappointed Cristina Meiser and appointed Shalu Pandey to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a design review for a new two-story home with an ADU at 13947 Albar Court, including a grading exception and removal of five protected oak trees, and an appeal to remove 14650 6th Street from the historic resource inventory to allow a third-story addition. The commission will also consider approving the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Design review for 6,512 sq ft two-story home with 4,371 sq ft basement/garage and 783 sq ft ADU at 13947 Albar Court
• Grading exception request for 4,258 cubic yards (exceeds 1,000 cubic yard limit)
• Removal of five protected coast live oak trees
• Appeal of Heritage Preservation Commission decision to reject removal of 14650 6th Street from historic inventory
• Proposed third-story addition for ADU conversion, new garage, and living space at 14650 6th Street

Joint Session - Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office and Santa Clara County Fire Department

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department to receive updates, followed by a regular meeting. The regular agenda includes consent items for multiple service contracts, a public hearing on a historic landmark designation, and general business items on fire hazard maps and council decision reconsideration. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations.

• Joint session with Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department for updates
• Contracts for planning services (M-Group, up to $75,000) and building inspection (4Leaf Inc, CSG Consultants, Urban37 Inc, totaling $500,000)
• GIS consultant contract with Lynx Technologies, Inc. for $37,000
• Public hearing on historic landmark designation for 19490 Glen Una Drive
• Resolution to consent to Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Improvement District (SCMWID)

The Saratoga City Council approved several consent calendar items, including contracts for planning, building inspection, GIS, and janitorial services, and adopted a resolution for the Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Improvement District. It also introduced an ordinance to designate 19490 Glen Una Drive as a historic landmark and voted not to proceed with a consultant contract for assessing state fire hazard severity zone maps. A motion to bring back a reconsideration ordinance similar to Los Gatos failed.

• Approved planning services contracts up to $75,000 with M-Group (5-0)
• Approved building inspection contracts: 4Leaf Inc $200,000, CSG Consultants $200,000, Urban37 $100,000 (5-0)
• Approved GIS consultant contract with Lynx Technologies for $37,000 (5-0)
• Approved janitorial services contract with YN Maintenance LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-050 consenting to Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Improvement District (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as historic landmark (5-0)
• Designated Mayor Aftab as voting delegate for League of California Cities conference (5-0)
• Voted not to proceed with consultant contract for fire hazard severity zone map assessment (4-1)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a public hearing on designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as a historic landmark, which could lead to a Mills Act application. The council will also receive updates from the Sheriff's and Fire departments in a joint session, and consider several contracts for planning, building inspection, GIS, and janitorial services. A closed session on labor negotiations with the Saratoga Employee Association is scheduled before the public meetings.

• Public hearing on historic landmark designation for 19490 Glen Una Drive
• Contracts for building inspection services: 4Leaf Inc ($200,000), CSG Consultants ($200,000), Urban37 ($100,000)
• Planning services contract with Metropolitan Planning Group (M-Group) up to $75,000
• GIS consultant contract with Lynx Technologies, Inc. for $37,000
• Resolution to consent to the Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Improvement District (SCMWID)

The Saratoga City Council approved multiple consent calendar items, including contracts for planning services, building inspection, GIS consulting, and janitorial services. It also introduced an ordinance to designate 19490 Glen Una Drive as a historic landmark, designated voting delegates for the League of California Cities conference, and voted not to proceed with a consultant contract for assessing state fire hazard maps. A motion to bring back an ordinance on reconsideration of council decisions failed.

• Approved planning services contracts up to $75,000 with M-Group (5-0)
• Authorized building inspection contracts: 4Leaf Inc $200,000, CSG Consultants $200,000, Urban37 $100,000 (5-0)
• Authorized GIS consultant contract with Lynx Technologies for $37,000 (5-0)
• Approved janitorial services contract with YN Maintenance LLC (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-050 consenting to Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Improvement District (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance designating 19490 Glen Una Drive as historic landmark (5-0)
• Designated Mayor Aftab as voting delegate, Vice Mayor Page and Council Member Walia as alternates for League of California Cities conference (5-0, 4-1)
• Voted not to proceed with consultant contract for fire hazard severity zone map assessment (4-1)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 20, 2025, covering a consent calendar of routine items and several general business items. Key discussions include a Water Supply Adequacy Ordinance, the Mills Act Program for historic property tax relief, and the annual code update. The council will also consider a contract award for the Saratoga Village Crosswalk & Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project.

• Award construction contract to Villalobos & Associates, Inc. for $295,487 for Saratoga Village Crosswalk & Sidewalk Rehabilitation
• Approve contract amendment with Our City Forest for residential tree planting, not-to-exceed $72,075
• Authorize contract with Fehr and Peers for wildfire CEQA analysis, not-to-exceed $153,800
• Approve second amended contract with Pacific Preparedness for emergency management planning, not-to-exceed $50,625
• Extend 2-hour parking zone on Oak Street between State Route 9 and 3rd Street by 475 feet

The Saratoga City Council approved all consent calendar items, including a $295,487 construction contract for the Village Crosswalk & Sidewalk Rehabilitation Project, a $72,075 tree planting contract extension, and a $153,800 CEQA analysis contract. The council also approved a resolution amending the City Manager's employment agreement. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $295,487 construction contract to Villalobos & Associates for Village Crosswalk & Sidewalk Project (5-0)
• Approved $72,075 contract extension with Our City Forest for residential tree planting (5-0)
• Approved $153,800 contract with Fehr and Peers for wildfire CEQA analysis (5-0)
• Approved $50,625 contract amendment with Pacific Preparedness for emergency management planning (5-0)
• Approved amended lease agreement with Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority (5-0)
• Approved license agreement with All Bay Farmers Market Association for City Hall parking lot farmers market (5-0)
• Approved resolution amending City Manager's employment agreement (5-0)
• Approved 475-foot extension of 2-hour parking zone on Oak Street (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development applications. One is a request to remove a historic designation at 14650 6th Street, which the applicant has asked to continue to September 10, 2025. The other is a proposal to subdivide a 1.6-acre parcel at 13845 Saratoga Avenue into five lots with new homes and two accessory dwelling units, requiring removal of 31 protected trees. The commission will also consider approving the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on appeal to remove historic designation at 14650 6th Street (continued to Sept. 10)
• Proposed five-lot subdivision at 13845 Saratoga Avenue with five two-story homes (4,203–4,656 sq ft each)
• Two accessory dwelling units for very low- and low-income households on lots one and five
• Removal of 31 protected trees as part of the Saratoga Road project
• CEQA categorical exemption sought under Section 15332 (In-Fill Development Projects)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold five public hearings on annexing new zones into the Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1, with Proposition 218 protest elections and confirmation of FY 2025-26 assessments. The council will also consider several contracts, including janitorial services, tree services, and traffic engineering, plus adopt a VMT analysis policy and discuss an evacuation route capacity assessment.

• Public hearings for new assessment zones: McCoy Berwick, Carnelian Glen, Mt. Eden Estates, Thelma West, Foothill Elementary
• Two-year janitorial contract with North Bay Building Maintenance, not to exceed $126,096
• Tree services contracts: Oscars Tree Service ($100,000), Mario Topete Tree Care ($50,000), West Coast Arborist ($300,000)
• Contract amendment with Dinsmore Landscape Company for $535,880.92
• Three-year traffic engineering contract with Fehr and Peers, not to exceed $360,000

The Saratoga City Council held public hearings and ballot counts for five proposed new zones in the Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1. Four zones (49 McCoy Berwick, 33A Carnelian Glen, 51 Thelma West, 52 Foothill Elementary) were approved via resolutions, while Zone 50 (Mt. Eden Estates) was not approved after a majority of ballots opposed it. The council also approved a consent calendar including contracts for janitorial, tree, and landscape services, and adopted a VMT analysis guideline resolution.

• Approved Resolution 25-038 for Zone 49 (McCoy Berwick) assessment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-039 for Zone 33A (Carnelian Glen) assessment (5-0)
• Zone 50 (Mt. Eden Estates) annexation not approved (ballot vote 4 yes, 12 no)
• Approved Resolution 25-040 for Zone 51 (Thelma West) assessment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-041 for Zone 52 (Foothill Elementary) assessment (5-0)
• Approved $126,096 two-year restroom janitorial contract with NBBM (5-0)
• Approved tree services contracts totaling $450,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-045 adopting VMT analysis guidelines (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to receive preliminary findings on the Village Design Standards project and provide feedback for a final memo. No final decisions are expected; the session is for discussion and direction.

• Village Design Standards study session with stakeholder interview, questionnaire, and workshop summaries
• Public comment allowed up to 3 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held at Saratoga Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue

The City Council held a joint study session with the Planning Commission to receive preliminary findings on the Village Design Standards project. No formal decisions were made; the session was for feedback to be incorporated into a final memo. The meeting included a closed session with labor negotiators and public comment.

• Received preliminary findings on Village Design Standards (study session, no vote)
• Held closed session for labor negotiations
• Adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

Joint Session - West Valley Mission Community College District Leadership

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with West Valley Mission Community College District leadership to receive updates, followed by a regular meeting. The council will consider adopting the FY 2025-26 budget, setting appropriations limits, and approving property tax levies for bond debt service. Other items include a public hearing on landscaping and lighting assessments, a fire hazard severity zone ordinance, and a discussion on the mayor rotation policy.

• Adopt FY 2025-26 budget resolution
• Set FY 2025-26 appropriations limit
• Property tax levy for Arrowhead CFD 2018 bonds at $6,000 per parcel
• Library 2011 GO bond tax levy at $0.0036 per $100 assessed value
• Public hearing on Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1

The Saratoga City Council approved the FY 2025-26 budget and related financial resolutions, including tax levies and the appropriations limit. It also amended the mayor rotation policy to elect the mayor and vice mayor annually in December, with the top two vote getters considered for those roles. The council denied a motion to keep the previous rotation policy and approved all consent calendar items unanimously, except for one recusal.

• Approved FY 2025-26 budget (Resolution 25-034) (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance updating Fire Hazard Severity Zones (Ordinance 411) (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 20199 Guava Court (Resolution 25-031) (5-0)
• Set Arrowhead CFD 2018 bond tax levy at $6,000 per parcel (Resolution 25-033) (5-0)
• Set Library 2011 GO bond tax levy at $0.0036 per $100 assessed value (Resolution 25-035) (5-0)
• Approved appropriations limit for FY 2025-26 (Resolution 25-032) (5-0)
• Amended mayor rotation policy to annual December election (4-1)
• Denied motion to continue current mayor rotation policy (failed 0-0, no second)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with West Valley Mission Community College District leadership, then a regular session covering consent items, a public hearing on the Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District, and a discussion of the Mayor Rotation Policy. Key actions include adopting the FY 2025-26 budget, setting tax levies for bond debt service, and approving the final map for a two-lot subdivision.

• Adopt FY 2025-26 budget resolution
• Set FY 2025-26 property tax levy for Arrowhead CFD 2018 bonds at $6,000 per parcel
• Set FY 2025-26 Library Series 2011 GO bond tax levy at $0.0036 per $100 assessed value
• Approve final map for two lots at 20199 Guava Court
• Public hearing on Landscaping & Lighting Assessment District LLA-1 assessments

The Saratoga City Council approved the FY 2025-26 budget, set the appropriations limit, and established property tax levies for the Arrowhead CFD and Library bonds. It also adopted resolutions for a pedestrian/bicycle grant application, final map approval, fire hazard zones, and updated financial policies. A motion to amend the mayor rotation policy passed, while a competing motion to keep the current policy failed.

• Adopted FY 2025-26 budget (Resolution 25-034) (5-0)
• Set FY 2025-26 appropriations limit (Resolution 25-032) (5-0)
• Set Arrowhead CFD 2018 bond tax levy at $6,000 per parcel (Resolution 25-033) (5-0)
• Set Library 2011 bond tax levy at $0.0036 per $100 assessed value (Resolution 25-035) (5-0)
• Adopted fire hazard severity zone ordinance (Ordinance 411) (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 20199 Guava Court (Resolution 25-031) (5-0)
• Approved TDA Article 3 grant application for Saratoga Avenue Walkway (Resolution 25-030) (5-0)
• Amended mayor rotation policy to elect mayor/vice mayor annually in December (4-1)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three applications: a variance for retaining walls up to 12.5 feet on Mt Eden Rd, a landscape plan modification for a home on Bella Vista Ave, and a fence exception on Short Hill Ct. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 14 meeting and hear public comments on non-agenda items.

• Variance VAR25-0001: new 4,102 sq ft home, retaining walls up to 12.5 ft (cumulative 30 ft), one protected tree removal, Mt Eden Rd
• Modification MOD25-0002: landscape plan change for 6,792 sq ft home at 19931 Bella Vista Avenue
• Fence exception FER24-0002: 6-ft solid redwood fence in front setback (3 ft allowed) at 14208 Short Hill Court
• Approve minutes from May 14, 2025 meeting

Joint Session - Saratoga Historical Foundation

The Saratoga City Council is holding a regular meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations, a joint session with the Saratoga Historical Foundation, and a regular session. Key actions include adopting ordinances on commercial property maintenance and fire hazard severity zones, authorizing lease agreements, and approving Mills Act non-renewals. The agenda also includes routine consent items and youth commission appointments.

• Public hearing on ordinance updating Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations
• Adopt resolutions for Mills Act Agreement non-renewals at 11995 Walbrook Drive and 14065 Saratoga Avenue
• Authorize second amended lease with Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation and revised parks reservation management service agreement
• Authorize third amended lease with Successful Aging Solutions & Community Consulting
• Adopt ordinance amending Article 7-45 (Commercial Property Maintenance) concerning vacant storefronts

The Saratoga City Council approved several routine items and two lease amendments, adopted an ordinance on vacant storefront maintenance, and extended two Mills Act agreements by 90 days instead of non-renewing them. The council also introduced an ordinance to update Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations.

• Adopted Ordinance 410 amending Commercial Property Maintenance for vacant storefronts (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute second amended lease with Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute third amended lease with Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council (4-0)
• Approved 90-day extension for Mills Act agreements at 11995 Walbrook Drive and 14065 Saratoga Avenue (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones (4-0)
• Appointed five new Youth Commissioners via Resolution 25-029 (4-0)
• Approved minutes, accounts payable registers, and Treasurer's report (4-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a regular meeting on June 4, 2025, starting with a closed session on labor negotiations, followed by a joint session with the Saratoga Historical Foundation. During the regular session, the council will consider consent items, including an ordinance on commercial property maintenance, and general business items such as amended leases and Mills Act non-renewals. A public hearing will address an ordinance updating Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations. The agenda also includes youth commission appointments and presentations.

• Public hearing on ordinance updating Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations
• Resolution adopting Notice of Non-Renewal for Mills Act Agreement at 11995 Walbrook Drive
• Resolution adopting Notice of Non-Renewal for Mills Act Agreement at 14065 Saratoga Avenue
• Authorize City Manager to execute second amended lease with Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation
• Ordinance amending Article 7-45 (Commercial Property Maintenance) concerning vacant storefronts

The Saratoga City Council approved several routine items and two substantive measures: an ordinance amending commercial property maintenance rules for vacant storefronts, and introduction of an ordinance updating Fire Hazard Severity Zone designations. The council also authorized lease amendments with Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation and the Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council, and granted 90-day extensions for two Mills Act agreements instead of non-renewals. All votes were unanimous among the four present members, with Vice Mayor Page absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 410 amending Article 7-45 on vacant storefronts (4-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance updating Fire Hazard Severity Zones (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute second amended lease with Los Gatos-Saratoga Community Education and Recreation (4-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute third amended lease with Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council (4-0)
• Granted 90-day extension for Mills Act agreements at 11995 Walbrook Drive and 14065 Saratoga Avenue (4-0)
• Appointed five new Youth Commissioners via Resolution 25-029 (4-0)
• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers and Treasurer's Report (4-0)

Joint Session - PG&E and Silicon Valley Clean Energy

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with PG&E and Silicon Valley Clean Energy to receive updates, followed by a regular meeting. Key actions include a public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-26 budget (final consideration June 18), introducing an ordinance on commercial property maintenance, and approving a sidewalk expansion pilot program. The consent calendar includes routine items like contract amendments and parking changes.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-26 budget
• Ordinance amending Commercial Property Maintenance (Article 7-45)
• Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Program at Hero Ranch Kitchen and Flowers Restaurants
• Contract amendment with Urban37, Inc. up to $200,000
• No Parking Anytime zone on south side of McCoy Avenue at Quito Road

The Saratoga City Council approved a $200,000 contract amendment with Urban37, Inc. for building staff augmentation, adopted a no-parking zone on McCoy Avenue, and approved a sidewalk expansion pilot at two restaurants. The council also introduced an ordinance on commercial property maintenance and held a public hearing on the FY 2025-26 budget, scheduling final consideration for June 18, 2025. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Fitzsimmons absent.

• Approved $200,000 contract amendment with Urban37, Inc. (4-0)
• Adopted No Parking Anytime zone on south side of McCoy Avenue at Quito Road (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-027 for Road Repair and Accountability Act projects FY 2025-26 (4-0)
• Authorized $109,546 augmentation for Household Hazardous Waste agreement with Santa Clara County (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-028 transferring Park-in-lieu funds to Heritage Orchard Pathway Replacement (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending Commercial Property Maintenance code (4-0)
• Approved Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Program at Hero Ranch Kitchen and Flowers Restaurants (4-0)
• Held public hearing on FY 2025-26 budget; final consideration June 18, 2025 (4-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, with final consideration scheduled for June 18, 2025. The council will also receive an informational report on city vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts as required by state law, and consider an ordinance amending commercial property maintenance rules. Several routine consent items are on the agenda, including contract amendments and a no-parking zone.

• Public hearing on FY 2025-26 budget
• Contract amendment up to $200,000 with Urban37, Inc. for building staff augmentation
• No Parking Anytime zone on south side of McCoy Avenue at Quito Road
• First amendment to Household Hazardous Waste Agreement with Santa Clara County ($109,546 augmentation)
• Ordinance amending Article 7-45 on Commercial Property Maintenance

The Saratoga City Council approved a $200,000 contract amendment with Urban37, Inc. for building staff augmentation, adopted a no-parking zone on McCoy Avenue, and approved a sidewalk expansion pilot program at two restaurants. The council also introduced an ordinance amending commercial property maintenance rules and held a public hearing on the FY 2025-26 budget, scheduling final consideration for June 18, 2025.

• Approved $200,000 contract amendment with Urban37, Inc. (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution MV 340 for no-parking zone on McCoy Avenue (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-027 for Road Repair and Accountability Act projects (4-0)
• Authorized $109,546 augmentation for hazardous waste agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-028 for Heritage Orchard Pathway budget transfer (4-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending Commercial Property Maintenance (4-0)
• Approved Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Program at Hero Ranch Kitchen and Flowers (4-0)
• Scheduled FY 2025-26 budget final consideration for June 18, 2025 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four residential development applications, including a fence exception, a modification to an approved design, and two new single-family homes with accessory dwelling units. The commission will also consider a resolution on the conformity of the FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program with the General Plan and select preapproved ADU designs. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and oral communications.

• Fence exception at 20361 Kilbride Dr for a 6-foot solid redwood fence in a 3-foot setback (FER25-0007)
• Modification of approved design at 14771 Montalvo Rd for a 4,563 sq ft two-story home with 799 sq ft ADU (MOD25-0001)
• Design review for new 2,880 sq ft two-story home at 14340 Elva Ave (PDR24-0006/ARB24-0059)
• Design review for new 4,279 sq ft two-story home with 796 sq ft ADU at 20758 Seaton Ave, with removal of two protected trees (PDR24-0017/ARB25-0008)
• Resolution on General Plan conformity for FY 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program projects including Quarry Park Parking Expansion and Saratoga Avenue at Herriman Traffic Signal

Commission Interviews - Youth Commission

The Saratoga City Council is holding a special meeting solely to conduct interviews for five vacancies on the Youth Commission. Thirty-one students from local schools will be interviewed in 5-minute sessions. No other business or decisions are on the agenda.

• Interviews for 5 Youth Commission vacancies
• 31 applicants from schools including Saratoga High, Lynbrook High, The Harker School, and others
• Applicants in grades 7 through 11
• Meeting held at City Hall, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga

The Saratoga City Council held a special meeting to interview Youth Commission applicants and unanimously appointed five members to full two-year terms. The motion passed 5-0 with no abstentions or recusals.

• Appointed Sonia Agarwal, Aarav Anand, Kevin Chen, Alexis Chiu, and Alyssa Lee to full 2-year terms on the Youth Commission (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on the House Family Vineyards project, which includes a conditional use permit, design review, and an open space easement exchange. The council will also consider consent calendar items, including a wage agreement with the Carpenters Union and several landscaping district annexations. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, check registers, and a bad debt write-off.

• Public hearing on House Family Vineyards winery, tasting room, and underground cave at Old Oak Way
• Tentative 2025-2027 wage agreement with Carpenters 46 Northern California Counties Conference Board
• Write off bad debt totaling $3,197.00
• Annexation of five new zones into Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District LLA-1
• Amended funding agreement with VTA for 2016 Measure B bicycle and pedestrian program

The Saratoga City Council approved the House Family Vineyards project, including a conditional use permit for winery operations and facilities, design review, and an open space easement exchange, along with certifying the Final EIR. The vote was 3-1 with Council Member Walia dissenting. The council also approved the FY 2025/26 Community Event Grant Program competitive funding for four recipients, and adopted several consent calendar items, including resolutions for LLA-1 assessment district annexations and a wage reopener agreement with the Carpenters Union.

• Approved House Family Vineyards winery project and EIR (3-1, Walia no)
• Approved Community Event Grant funding for AABC, Experience Excellence Events, Saratoga MSET Robotics, St. Archangels Michael Serbian Orthodox Church (4-0)
• Adopted resolutions for LLA-1 annexations of Carnelian Glen, Foothill Elementary, McCoy Berwick, Mt Eden Estates, Thelma West zones (4-0)
• Adopted resolution for LLA-1 renewal (4-0)
• Approved 2025-2027 wage reopener with Carpenters Union (3-0, Page recused)
• Approved updates to City financial policies (4-0)
• Authorized write off of $3,197 bad debt (4-0)
• Declared May 2025 as Affordable Housing Month

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 16, 2025, starting with a closed session on labor negotiations at 6 p.m., followed by a public session at 7 p.m. The council will consider approving consent calendar items, including a $40,000 document scanning agreement and up to $200,000 in planning services contracts, and will hold a public hearing on amending the city's fee schedule effective July 1, 2025. They will also receive reports on disaster preparedness next steps and presentations from United Way and Catholic Charities.

• Public hearing: Resolution amending City's Fee Schedule effective July 1, 2025
• Authorize agreement with SyTech Solutions for citywide document scanning, not to exceed $40,000 for two years
• Approve planning services contracts up to $200,000 with M-Group, Urban Planning Partners, CSG Consultants, Urban37, and 4Leaf
• Receive report on Disaster Preparedness Next Steps, including N5 sensor quote and locations
• Commendations for Planning Commissioners Razi Mohiuddin and Jonathan 'Jojo' Choi

The Saratoga City Council approved a resolution amending the city's fee schedule effective July 1, 2025, and approved several consent calendar items including contracts for document scanning and planning services. The council also received reports on disaster preparedness and presentations from United Way and Catholic Charities. No substantive decisions were made on the disaster preparedness report, which was informational only.

• Adopted Resolution 25-011 amending the city's fee schedule effective July 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes for the April 2, 2025 City Council meeting (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 03/26/2025 and 04/02/2025 (5-0)
• Authorized agreement with SyTech Solutions for document scanning services, not to exceed $40,000 (5-0)
• Approved planning services staff augmentation contracts, not to exceed $200,000 (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the House Family Vineyards project at Old Oak Way, which seeks a conditional use permit for a winery with tastings and events, design review for existing unpermitted structures, and related approvals. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council, including certifying the Final Environmental Impact Report. The agenda also includes routine items: election of chair and vice-chair, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Public hearing on House Family Vineyards CUP (PCUP18-003) and design review for tasting deck, patio, restroom/office, and wine cave
• Proposed removal of 11 protected trees and exchange of 6,050 sq ft open space easement for 15,129 sq ft elsewhere
• Recommendation to certify Final EIR and adopt Statement of Overriding Considerations
• Election of chair and vice-chair
• Approval of February 26, 2025 meeting minutes

Joint Session - Saratoga Chamber of Commerce

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with the Chamber of Commerce and business owners, then a regular meeting. Key actions include adopting an inclusionary housing ordinance, approving a $155,480/year Heritage Orchard maintenance contract, and extending a bridge repair contract for $91,500. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, checks, and a treasurer's report.

• Ordinance adding Article 15-82 (Inclusionary Housing) to implement 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Maintenance contract with Orchard Keepers for Heritage Orchard at $155,480/year
• Contract amendment with Environmental Science Associates for bridge repair permitting, not-to-exceed $91,500
• Final map approval for two lots at 18470 Sobey Road
• Ordinance repealing and replacing Article 4-55 on massage establishments

The council approved a $155,480 per year maintenance contract with Orchard Keepers for the Heritage Orchard, despite public comment and a split vote. All consent calendar items passed unanimously, including a $91,500 contract amendment for bridge repair permitting, a final map for two lots on Sobey Road, and ordinances for inclusionary housing and massage establishment regulations.

• Approved Heritage Orchard maintenance contract with Orchard Keepers, $155,480/year (3-2)
• Approved ESA contract amendment for bridge repair permitting/CEQA, not-to-exceed $91,500 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-010 final map for two lots at 18470 Sobey Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 408 adding Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 409 replacing massage establishment regulations (5-0)
• Approved minutes for March 18 and March 19, 2025 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 03/12/2025 and 03/19/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for February 28, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with the Chamber of Commerce and business owners, then a regular meeting. Key actions include adopting an inclusionary housing ordinance, approving a $155,480/year Heritage Orchard maintenance contract, and several routine consent items. Public comment is allowed on all items.

• Ordinance adding Article 15-82 (Inclusionary Housing) to implement 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Maintenance contract with Orchard Keepers for Heritage Orchard at $155,480 per year
• Contract amendment with Environmental Science Associates for bridge repair permitting, not-to-exceed $91,500
• Final map approval for two lots at 18470 Sobey Road (APN 397-05-011)
• Ordinance repealing and replacing Article 4-55 on massage establishments

The council approved a $155,480/year maintenance contract for the Heritage Orchard with Orchard Keepers, despite a 3-2 split vote. All consent calendar items passed unanimously, including a $91,500 contract amendment for bridge repair permitting, a final map approval for a two-lot subdivision, and two ordinances on inclusionary housing and massage establishment regulations. The meeting also included a joint session with the Chamber of Commerce and public comments on the orchard contract.

• Approved Heritage Orchard maintenance contract with Orchard Keepers, $155,480/year (3-2)
• Approved contract amendment with ESA for bridge repair permitting and CEQA support, not-to-exceed $91,500 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-010 granting final map approval for two lots at 18470 Sobey Road (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 408 adding Article 15-82 (Inclusionary Housing) to implement 2023-2031 Housing Element (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 409 repealing/replacing Article 4-55 on Massage Establishments (5-0)
• Approved minutes for March 18 and March 19, 2025 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 03/12/2025 and 03/19/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for February 28, 2025 (5-0)

City Council Study Session

The Saratoga City Council will hold a study session on council norms, then a regular session with consent items, general business, and public hearings. Key actions include introducing an inclusionary housing ordinance, approving a sidewalk expansion pilot project, and accepting the housing element annual progress report.

• Public hearing to introduce inclusionary housing ordinance (new Article 15-82)
• Approve Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project at 14503 Big Basin Way
• Adopt 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Budget amendments: $175,000 for El Quito Park Community Garden, $25,000 for vehicle repairs
• MOU with Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos for shelter feasibility study

The Saratoga City Council approved the Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project for the street fronting 14503 Big Basin Way and authorized the City Manager to execute licensing agreements with the adjacent business owner. The council also adopted resolutions for budget amendments, including $175,000 for the El Quito Park Community Garden and $25,000 for vehicle repairs, and introduced ordinances on stormwater pollution control, massage establishments, and inclusionary housing. Consent item 1.6 (Citywide Document Scanning Services Agreement) was removed from consideration.

• Approved Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project at 14503 Big Basin Way (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-005 appointing Zaheer Hassan and Badrinath Sridharan to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos for West Valley Shelter Feasibility Study (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-006 granting final map approval for two lots at 14771 Montalvo Road (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 25-007 and 25-008 for $175,000 El Quito Park Community Garden and $25,000 vehicle repair budget amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 407 adding stormwater pollution control article (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-009 accepting 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of ordinance repealing/replacing Article 4-55 on massage establishments (5-0)

Commission Work Plan Study Session

The Saratoga City Council is holding a special study session to meet with five commissions—Heritage Preservation, Library and Public Art, Parks & Recreation, Traffic Safety, and Planning—to discuss priorities and approve their proposed 2025/26 work plans. The agenda is procedural, with no specific project details or dollar amounts listed.

• Heritage Preservation Commission 2025/26 work plan review and approval
• Library and Public Art Commission 2025/26 work plan review and approval
• Parks & Recreation Commission FY 25/26 work plan review and approval
• Traffic Safety Commission 2025/26 work plan review and approval
• Planning Commission 2025/26 work plan review and approval

The Saratoga City Council approved the FY 25/26 work plans for the Heritage Preservation, Library and Public Art, Parks & Recreation, Traffic Safety, and Planning Commissions. The Heritage Preservation plan was approved with the budget allocation removed, while the other four were approved as submitted. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Heritage Preservation Commission FY 25/26 work plan, removing budget allocation (5-0)
• Approved Library and Public Art Commission FY 25/26 work plan as submitted (5-0)
• Approved Parks & Recreation Commission FY 25/26 work plan as submitted (5-0)
• Approved Traffic Safety Commission FY 25/26 work plan as submitted (5-0)
• Approved Planning Commission FY 25/26 work plan as submitted (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to repeal and replace regulations for massage establishments, and another to add an inclusionary housing ordinance requiring below-market-rate units. The council will also consider approving a Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project on Big Basin Way, a housing element progress report, and several consent items including a shelter feasibility study MOU and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on inclusionary housing ordinance (Article 15-82)
• Public hearing on massage establishment ordinance (Article 4-55)
• Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project at 14503 Big Basin Way
• MOU with Cupertino, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos for shelter feasibility study
• $175,000 budget amendment for El Quito Park Community Garden

The Saratoga City Council approved the Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project for the street fronting 14503 Big Basin Way, authorizing the City Manager to execute licensing agreements with the adjacent business owner. The council also introduced ordinances for an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and updates to massage establishment regulations, and approved several consent calendar items including budget amendments and a stormwater ordinance. A request was made to consider another business, such as Hero Ranch, for the sidewalk expansion pilot program.

• Approved Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Project for 14503 Big Basin Way (5-0)
• Introduced Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (first reading) (5-0)
• Introduced Massage Establishments Ordinance (first reading) (5-0)
• Approved $175,000 budget amendment for El Quito Park Community Garden (5-0)
• Approved $25,000 budget amendment for Vehicle/Equipment Repairs (5-0)
• Adopted Stormwater Pollution Control Ordinance 407 (5-0)
• Approved West Valley Shelter Feasibility Study MOU (5-0)
• Approved Final Map for 14771 Montalvo Road (5-0)

City Council Study Session

The Saratoga City Council will hold a study session on design options for the Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Program, then a regular session with a public hearing on a stormwater pollution control ordinance. The council will also vote on a zoning ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, approve community event grants, and discuss housing progress.

• Ordinance amending zoning regulations to implement 2023-2031 Housing Element policies
• Public hearing on adding Article 7-12 (Stormwater Pollution Control) to municipal code
• Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program funding for FY 2025/26
• Appointment of Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission
• Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Program design concept options

The Saratoga City Council adopted Ordinance 406, amending multiple zoning articles to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, with Council Member Zhao voting no. The council also appointed two members to the Planning Commission, appointed Dory Albert to the Traffic Safety Commission, declared March 2025 as Youth Arts Month, approved consent calendar items, introduced a stormwater pollution control ordinance, and approved the FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program funding.

• Appointed Zaheer Hassan and Badrinath Sridharan to the Planning Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-004 appointing Dory Albert to the Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Declared March 2025 as Youth Arts Month
• Approved minutes for February 19, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 02/12/2025 and 02/19/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for January 31, 2025 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 406 amending zoning regulations for Housing Element (4-1, Zhao no)
• Introduced and waived first reading of stormwater pollution control ordinance (5-0)

Commission Interviews - Planning Commission

The Saratoga City Council will hold commission interviews, a study session on a Village sidewalk expansion pilot, and a regular session. Key actions include adopting a zoning ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, introducing a stormwater pollution control ordinance, and approving community event grants. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a housing element progress discussion.

• Adopt ordinance amending zoning articles to implement 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Introduce ordinance adding Article 7-12 (Stormwater Pollution Control) for NPDES compliance
• Approve FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program funding
• Appoint Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission
• Study session on Village Sidewalk Expansion Pilot Program design options

The Saratoga City Council appointed Zaheer Hassan and Badrinath Sridharan to the Planning Commission for terms ending March 31, 2029, and adopted Ordinance 406 amending zoning regulations to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The council also approved the FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program funding and introduced a stormwater pollution control ordinance.

• Appointed Zaheer Hassan and Badrinath Sridharan to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 406 amending zoning regulations for Housing Element (4-1, Zhao no)
• Introduced stormwater pollution control ordinance (5-0)
• Approved FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program funding (5-0)
• Appointed Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Declared March 2025 as Youth Arts Month
• Approved minutes for Feb 19, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers and Treasurer's Report (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a study session on sidewalk expansion design options, then a regular session with a public hearing on a stormwater pollution control ordinance. They will also vote on a zoning ordinance implementing the 2023-2031 Housing Element, approve community event grants, and discuss housing progress.

• Adopt ordinance amending zoning articles to implement 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Public hearing on ordinance adding Article 7-12 (Stormwater Pollution Control)
• Approve FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program funding
• Appoint Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission
• Approve accounts payable check registers for 02/12/2025 and 02/19/2025

The Saratoga City Council adopted Ordinance 406, amending zoning regulations to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, with a 4-1 vote (Zhao opposed). They also approved the FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program, introduced a stormwater pollution control ordinance, and appointed two members to the Planning Commission and one to the Traffic Safety Commission.

• Adopted Ordinance 406 amending zoning regulations for Housing Element (4-1, Zhao no)
• Introduced and waived first reading of stormwater pollution control ordinance (5-0)
• Approved FY 2025/26 Community Event and Street Closure Grant Program (5-0)
• Appointed Zaheer Hassan and Badrinath Sridharan to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes, accounts payable registers, and treasurer's report (5-0)
• Declared March 2025 as Youth Arts Month

Planning Commission

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Inclusionary Housing Ordinance that would require new housing developments of five or more units to dedicate 15% of units as affordable housing. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting and discuss its 2024/25 work plan.

• Public hearing on ZOA25-0002: adding Article 15-82 (Inclusionary Housing Ordinance) to Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations)
• Proposed ordinance requires 15% affordable units in developments of 5+ units
• Recommended action: adopt Resolution No. 25-002 recommending City Council adoption
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
• Discussion of 2024/25 Planning Commission Work Plan

Commission Interview - Traffic Safety Commission

The Saratoga City Council will hold a study session on prioritizing 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program projects, then a regular session with public hearings on amending the fee schedule and introducing a zoning ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element. They will also receive disaster preparedness reports and consider directing staff to form an assessment district for fire hazard zones. The agenda includes routine consent items and a proclamation for Black History Month.

• Public hearing: Introduce ordinance amending zoning articles 15-06, 15-12, 15-21, 15-29, 15-45, 15-46, 15-57, 15-65, 15-80, adding 15-59 for Housing Element policies
• Public hearing: Adopt resolution amending fee schedule for Park Development Fee and Community Garden Plot Rental Fee, effective April 1, 2025
• General business: Receive disaster preparedness reports and direct staff on assessment district for Fire Hazard Zones
• Consent: Approve final map for two lots at 19498 Burgundy Way (APN 397-36-036)
• Study session: Review and provide input on 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program budget

The Saratoga City Council took several actions, including directing staff to enhance community preparedness for disasters and to return with a funding chart, and deferring the assessment district discussion. It also introduced a zoning ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, with a failed attempt to increase noticing to 500 feet. The council approved the fee schedule amendment and other routine items.

• Appointed Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved Feb 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 19498 Burgundy Way (5-0)
• Directed staff on disaster preparedness actions and to return with funding chart (5-0)
• Deferred assessment district discussion to future meeting (5-0)
• Adopted fee schedule amendment effective April 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Introduced housing element zoning ordinance, except noticing provisions (5-0); failed to add 500-ft noticing (2-3); kept current noticing (4-1)

Study Session

The Saratoga City Council will hold a study session to review and prioritize projects for the 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. In the regular session, they will consider introducing an ordinance to amend zoning regulations to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, and will hold a public hearing on fee schedule changes for park development and community garden plots. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Black History Month, a final map approval for two lots on Burgundy Way, and a discussion on disaster preparedness including a potential assessment district for fire hazard zones.

• 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) project prioritization study session
• Ordinance amending zoning regulations (Articles 15-06, 15-12, 15-21, 15-29, 15-45, 15-46, 15-57, 15-65, 15-80) and adding Article 15-59 for 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Public hearing on fee schedule amendment for Park Development Fee and Community Garden Plot Rental Fee, effective April 1, 2025
• Final map approval for two lots at 19498 Burgundy Way (APN: 397-36-036)
• Disaster preparedness discussion with potential assessment district for Fire Hazard Zones

The Saratoga City Council held a study session on the 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program budget and took several actions. It directed staff to return with a detailed plan on community preparedness, fuel removal, and technology investments, and to bring back an assessment district discussion for fire hazard zones at a future meeting. The council also introduced and waived the first reading of a zoning ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, but rejected adding 500-foot noticing provisions. Additionally, it approved a fee schedule amendment for park development and community garden plot rentals, and appointed Dory Albert to the Traffic Safety Commission.

• Appointed Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved Feb 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 01/29/2025 and 02/05/2025 (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 19498 Burgundy Way (5-0)
• Directed staff to return with plan on preparedness, fuels, technology, water tanks, CERT, Firewise, and budget prioritization (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring assessment district discussion to future meeting (5-0)
• Adopted fee schedule amendment for park and community garden fees, effective April 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of housing element zoning ordinance, except noticing provisions (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a study session on prioritizing 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program projects, then a regular session with public hearings on amending the city's zoning code to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element and updating the park development and community garden plot rental fees. The council will also receive reports on disaster preparedness and consider directing staff to structure an assessment district for fire hazard zones.

• Public hearing to introduce ordinance amending zoning articles 15-06, 15-12, 15-21, 15-29, 15-45, 15-46, 15-57, 15-65, 15-80 and adding 15-59 for Housing Element policies
• Resolution to amend fee schedule for park development fee and community garden plot rental fee, effective April 1, 2025
• Direct staff to proceed with assessment district structure for Fire Hazard Zones
• Final map approval for two lots at 19498 Burgundy Way (APN 397-36-036)
• Proclamation declaring February 2025 as Black History Month

The Saratoga City Council directed staff to return with a detailed plan on community preparedness, fuel removal, and technology investments, and to bring back an assessment district discussion for fire hazard zones at a future meeting. The council also introduced a zoning ordinance to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, with a failed attempt to increase noticing to 500 feet, and approved a fee schedule amendment for park development and community garden plots.

• Appointed Dory Albert to Traffic Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Feb 5, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 01/29 and 02/05 (5-0)
• Approved final map for two lots at 19498 Burgundy Way (5-0)
• Directed staff to return with chart on preparedness efforts and explore water tanks, CERT collaboration, Firewise support (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring assessment district discussion to future meeting (5-0)
• Adopted fee schedule amendment for park development and community garden plots, effective April 1, 2025 (5-0)
• Introduced housing element zoning ordinance, except noticing provisions, for consent calendar (5-0); failed to add 500-ft noticing (2-3); kept current noticing requirements (4-1)

Joint Session - SASCC

The Saratoga City Council will hold a joint session with SASCC, then a regular meeting covering consent items and general business. Key actions include awarding a $173,000 contract to Fehr and Peers for Safe Routes to School traffic safety improvements, discussing the Heritage Orchard maintenance RFP, and receiving reports on pedestrian/bicycle safety and code compliance policy.

• Award contract to Fehr and Peers for Safe Routes to School Master Plan implementation, not to exceed $173,000, plus up to $17,300 in change orders
• Provide direction on Request for Proposals for Heritage Orchard Maintenance Contract
• Receive report on pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements
• Discuss City Code Compliance policy on protecting complainant identity
• Appoint Jeri Bromley, Lakshmi Sharma, and Anshul Agarwal to Library & Public Art Commission

The Saratoga City Council directed staff to move forward with Option Three for the Heritage Orchard Maintenance Contract, which involves a portion of the fruit harvest for commercial purposes and a portion by the public and volunteers, with some fruit distributed to food banks. The motion passed 3-2, with Council Members Walia and Zhao voting no. The council also awarded a $173,000 contract to Fehr and Peers for Safe Routes to School traffic safety design, and approved appointments to the Library & Public Art Commission.

• Approved Resolution 25-001 appointing Jeri Bromley, Lakshmi Sharma, and Anshul Agarwal to the Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for January 15 and January 24, 2025 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 01/08, 01/15, and 01/22/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for December 2024 (5-0)
• Directed staff to include five categories in Heritage Orchard RFP and move forward with Option Three (commercial/public harvest) (3-2)
• Awarded $173,000 contract to Fehr and Peers for Safe Routes to School design, with 10% change order authority (5-0)
• Received and filed report on pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements
• Received and filed report on code compliance policy protecting complainant identity

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations, a joint session with SASCC, and a regular session. Key actions include appointing Library & Public Art Commissioners, approving consent calendar items, and discussing several general business items. The most consequential item is awarding a contract for Safe Routes to School traffic safety improvements.

• Award contract to Fehr and Peers for Safe Routes to School improvements, not to exceed $173,000, plus 10% change orders ($17,300)
• Appoint Jeri Bromley, Lakshmi Sharma, and Anshul Agarwal to the Library & Public Art Commission
• Provide direction on Request for Proposals for Heritage Orchard Maintenance Contract
• Accept report on pedestrian and bicycle safety efforts
• Discuss City Code Compliance policy on protecting complainant identity

The Saratoga City Council directed staff to prepare the Heritage Orchard Maintenance RFP with a hybrid harvest model (commercial plus public/volunteer with food bank distribution) and five evaluation categories. It also awarded a $173,000 contract to Fehr and Peers for Safe Routes to School traffic safety design, and approved routine consent items. A motion to keep the current harvest model failed.

• Approved Resolution 25-001 appointing Jeri Bromley, Lakshmi Sharma, and Anshul Agarwal to the Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for Jan 15 and Jan 24, 2025 meetings (5-0)
• Accepted accounts payable check registers for 01/08, 01/15, and 01/22/2025 (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for December 2024 (5-0)
• Directed staff to include five categories in Heritage Orchard RFP with option three (commercial/public harvest) (3-2)
• Rejected option one (continue current public/volunteer harvest) (2-3)
• Awarded Fehr and Peers contract for Safe Routes to School design, not to exceed $173,000, plus 10% change orders (5-0)
• Received and filed pedestrian/bicycle safety report and code compliance policy report

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Saratoga Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a citywide zoning amendment to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element, including incentives for small lot consolidation and new objective design standards for single-family dwellings and two- and three-unit residential developments. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. Public comment is invited in person or via Zoom.

• Public hearing on ZOA24-0003: amend zoning standards to implement Housing Element programs
• Adopt Resolution No. 25-001 recommending City Council adopt ordinance amending Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations)
• New Article 15-59 (Single-Family Dwelling Design Standards) proposed
• Incentives to encourage small lot consolidation
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting

Council Retreat 2025

The Saratoga City Council is holding a special retreat meeting to receive a mid-year financial update, a five-year revenue forecast, and a preview of the fiscal year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program. They will also review strategic goals and discuss potential priority projects, and receive a legislative update. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no final votes scheduled.

• Mid-year update and five-year forecast of future revenues
• Preview of fiscal year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Discussion of strategic goals and potential priority projects, including business renewal, marketing, community events, and vacant commercial space registry
• 2024 legislative update and staff direction
• Public comment allowed up to 3 minutes per item

The Saratoga City Council held a special meeting to receive reports on the mid-year financial update and five-year forecast, a preview of the 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program, and a review of strategic goals. No formal votes were taken; all items were informational only.

• Received mid-year update, five-year forecast, and scenario analysis (no vote)
• Received 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program preview (no vote)
• Reviewed Council Strategic Goals and Priorities (no vote)
• Received 2024 legislative update (no vote)

Commission Interviews - Library & Public Art Commission

The Saratoga City Council will hold commission interviews for a partial-term vacancy on the Library & Public Art Commission, receive updates from Supervisor Abe-Koga in a joint session, and conduct its regular meeting. The regular session includes a presentation on the Saratoga Library renovation, a proposed $153,854 contract to update Village Design Guidelines, and a pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, check registers, and the treasurer's report.

• Interviews for Library & Public Art Commission partial term: Anshul Agarwal, Jeri Bromley, Lakshmi Sharma
• Agreement with Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. for $153,854 to update Village Design Guidelines for SB 35 and Housing Element Policy 3.3-3
• CivicPlus contract amendment for $40,392 (total not to exceed $146,359) for website services through January 17, 2029
• Pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga frontage, including city-funded design
• Proclamation of January 2025 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month

The Saratoga City Council approved a $153,854 contract with Lisa Wise Consulting to update the Village Design Guidelines for SB 35 and Housing Element compliance, and approved a $40,392 CivicPlus website services amendment. It also approved a $7,000 pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga with added public outreach, and appointed three members to the Library & Public Art Commission. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $153,854 contract with Lisa Wise Consulting for Village Design Guidelines update (5-0)
• Approved $40,392 CivicPlus website services amendment, total not to exceed $146,359 (5-0)
• Approved $7,000 pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga with public outreach (5-0)
• Appointed Jeri Bromley to Library & Public Art Commission, partial term ending Sept 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Appointed Lakshmi Sharma to Library & Public Art Commission, partial term ending Sept 30, 2027 (5-0)
• Appointed Anshul Agarwal to Library & Public Art Commission, partial term ending Sept 30, 2028 (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Mayor Aftab to U.S. Conference of Mayors (5-0)
• Proclaimed January 2025 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Joint Session - Supervisor Abe-Koga

The Saratoga City Council is meeting to conduct commission interviews, receive updates from Supervisor Abe-Koga, and handle routine business. Key decisions include approving a $153,854 contract for design guideline updates, a $40,392 website services amendment, and a pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga.

• Contract with Lisa Wise Consulting for $153,854 to update Village Design Guidelines for SB 35 compliance
• CivicPlus contract amendment for $40,392, total not to exceed $146,359 for website services
• Pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga frontage
• Commendation for Zhen Li and Human Trafficking Prevention Month proclamation
• Saratoga Library renovation update from Santa Clara County Library District

The Saratoga City Council approved a $153,854 contract with Lisa Wise Consulting to update the Village Design Guidelines for SB 35 and Housing Element compliance, and a $40,392 CivicPlus contract amendment for website services. They also approved a $7,000 pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga with added public outreach, and appointed three members to the Library & Public Art Commission.

• Approved $153,854 contract with Lisa Wise Consulting for Village Design Guidelines update (5-0)
• Approved $40,392 CivicPlus contract amendment for website services (5-0)
• Approved $7,000 pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga with public outreach (5-0)
• Appointed Jeri Bromley to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Lakshmi Sharma to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Anshul Agarwal to Library & Public Art Commission (5-0)
• Approved minutes for December 18, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Mayor Aftab to US Conference of Mayors (5-0)

City Council

The Saratoga City Council will hold a regular meeting on January 15, 2025, starting with commission interviews at 5 p.m., a joint session with Supervisor Abe-Koga at 6 p.m., and the regular session at 7 p.m. Key business includes approving a $153,854 contract with Lisa Wise Consulting to update the Village Design Guidelines for SB 35 compliance, a $40,392 amendment for website services, and a pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga. The council will also receive updates on the Saratoga Library renovation and review the city-owned property list.

• Contract with Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. for $153,854 to update Village Design Guidelines
• CivicPlus contract amendment for $40,392 (total not to exceed $146,359) for website services
• Pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga frontage, including city-funded design
• Review of City Owned Property list
• Commendation for Zhen Li and Human Trafficking Prevention Month proclamation

The Saratoga City Council approved a $153,854 agreement with Lisa Wise Consulting to review and update the Village Design Guidelines for compliance with SB 35 and Housing Element Policy 3.3-3. They also approved a $40,392 amendment to the CivicPlus website services contract, bringing the total to $146,359. A pilot project for widened sidewalks along Bella Saratoga was approved with $7,000 in funding and added public outreach requirements. Three new members were appointed to the Library & Public Art Commission.

• Approved $153,854 contract with Lisa Wise Consulting for Village Design Guidelines update (5-0)
• Approved $40,392 CivicPlus contract amendment, total not to exceed $146,359 (5-0)
• Approved Bella Saratoga sidewalk pilot project with $7,000 from contingency fund (5-0)
• Appointed Jeri Bromley to Library & Public Art Commission, term ending Sept 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Appointed Lakshmi Sharma to Library & Public Art Commission, term ending Sept 30, 2027 (5-0)
• Appointed Anshul Agarwal to Library & Public Art Commission, term ending Sept 30, 2028 (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Mayor Aftab to US Conference of Mayors (5-0)
• Proclaimed January 2025 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month