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Town Council Meeting
Published: Jun 16, 2026
Los Gatos Adopts New Policies to Enhance Remote Public Access and Participation in Meetings
The Town Council reviewed and adopted new policies related to remote public access for meetings, in compliance with Senate Bill 707. Key changes include a new Remote Public Access Disruption Policy, which outlines procedures for handling technical disruptions, including a one-hour restoration effort window before adjournment or continuation. The council also amended its agenda format and rules policy to change the meeting end time from midnight to 11 p.m., partly to accommodate potential hour-long recesses for technical issues. Additionally, the council adopted a resolution establishing reasonable efforts to encourage broader public participation through media outreach, electronic access, and organizational outreach.
Fort Tate Property Sold for $3.8 Million with Historic Preservation Covenant
The Town Council approved the sale of the Fort Tate property for $3.8 million in cash to a buyer who intends to renovate and live on the property as their residence. The sale includes a historic preservation covenant that requires compliance with historic preservation laws, preservation of historically or architecturally significant elements, and town approval for changes to facades along Main Street and Tate Avenue. The property, formerly a fire station and museum, has been vacant since 2016. The sale is expected to generate an estimated $3.6 million in net revenue after closing costs, which will be appropriated by the council at a later date. Vice Mayor Risto recused herself from this item due to proximity to the property.
Los Gatos Council to Explore Increased Funding and Strategic Redesign for Chamber of Commerce Partnership
The Town Council discussed the annual agreement for services with the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce, ultimately approving a motion to direct staff to return with an amended agreement for up to $108,000. This decision came after extensive discussion about the Chamber's evolving role, its services, and the desire for a more holistic approach to economic development. Council members expressed appreciation for the Chamber's work and suggested exploring new funding models, such as tying visitor-related services to excess TOI tax revenue or utilizing block grants. The council also acknowledged the need for a strategic re-evaluation of economic development efforts in Los Gatos.
Los Gatos Town Council Approves Increased Funding for Chamber of Commerce Services
The Town Council approved the annual agreement for services with the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce, increasing the allocation from $88,000 to a maximum of $108,000 for the upcoming fiscal year. This decision was made with the understanding that staff will work with the Chamber over the next year to reformulate services and compensation for future fiscal years, exploring a more holistic approach to economic development and potential funding models like block grants or TOI tax allocation for destination marketing. The initial $88,000 will be expended from the general fund, with a plan to potentially reallocate funds from a data contract to cover the additional $20,000 if necessary.
Los Gatos Approves New Fee Structure for Adopt a Bench Program
The Town Council adopted a resolution establishing a new fee schedule for the 'Adopt a Bench' program. The new fees aim to ensure cost recovery for the program. For a new bench, the initial fee is $7,517 for a 10-year term, which includes installation and maintenance. Subsequent 10-year renewal terms will cost $2,958. For sponsoring an existing bench with a plaque, the fee is $3,638 for the initial 10-year maintenance period. Staff confirmed that these fees are intended to cover costs and are comparable to other municipalities. A new GIS-based mapping system will be implemented to show available bench locations.
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