Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Los Gatos public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in taxes budget with low priority
Park use fees and town finances raised in public comment
A resident told the commission the Parks and Sustainability Commission is moving toward charging hourly fees — roughly $100+ per hour — for sports field use, with higher rates for non-residents, and argued the town's spending-versus-revenue figures don't add up. Verbal communications items get no commission action, but the concerns about fees and budget transparency were put on the record.
Town vacancies, recruitment and retention (AB 2561)
The town's vacancy rate has dropped to 6.73% — well under the 20% reporting threshold — with 10 of 153.5 positions unfilled. Recruitment reforms have netted 11 lateral police officers, and offers are out on three more public safety positions.