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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
5:00 P.M. JOINT MEETING
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070
Joint Meeting with Destination Saratoga & Saratoga Chamber of Commerce
6:00 P.M. JOINT MEETING
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070
Joint Meeting with Saratoga Youth Commission
7:00 P.M. REGULAR SESSION
Civic Theater, Council Chambers | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA
The agenda for this meeting was properly posted on September 15, 2017.
REPORT FROM JOINT MEETING
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Any member of the public may address the City Council for up to three (3) minutes on matters
not on the Agenda. The law generally prohibits the City Council from discussing or taking action
on such items. However, the Council may instruct staff accordingly.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CEREMONIAL ITEMS
Appointment of Commissioners & Oath of Office
Recommended Action:
Approve the attached resolution appointing 2 members to the Library Commission and 2
members to the Parks and Recreation Commission; and direct the City Clerk to administer
the Oath of Office.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
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League of Women Voters Presentation on Local Election Finance Study
Recommended Action:
Receive presentation from League of Women Voters of Southwest Santa Clara County on a
study of local election finances.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar contains routine items of business. Items in this section will be acted
on in one motion, unless removed by the Mayor or a Council Member. Any member of the
public may speak on an item on the Consent Calendar at this time, or request that the
Mayor remove an item from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Public Speakers re
limited to three (3) minutes.
1.1. City Council Meeting Minutes
Recommended Action:
Approve the City Council minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting on September 6,
2017.
1.2. Review of Accounts Payable Check Registers
Recommended Action:
Review and accept check registers for the following accounts payable payment cycles:
09/05/2017 Period 3; and 09/12/2017 Period 3.
1.3. Extension of PLACE Lease
Recommended Action:
Authorize the City Manager to extend the lease agreement with Montalvo Arts Center to
continue displaying PLACE outside of Saratoga Library for an additional year.
2. PUBLIC HEARING
Items placed under this section of the Agenda are those defined by law as requiring a
special notice and/or a public hearing or those called by the City Council on its own
volition.
2.1. Ordinance Amending Leaf Blower Regulations
Recommended Action:
Conduct a public hearing, then introduce and waive the first reading of the ordinance and
direct staff to place the ordinance on the consent calendar for adoption at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the City Council.
3. GENERAL BUSINESS
3.1. Outdoor Cultivation of Medical Marijuana for Personal Use
Recommended Action:
Consider the staff report and public testimony and provide direction to staff.
3.2. Quarterly Communications Report
Recommended Action:
Receive progress report on 2017 spring and summer communications activities and provide
direction on 2017 fall communications efforts, including Saratoga Source topics, topics and
hosts for City videos, online survey methods, and outreach priorities.
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COUNCIL ASSIGNMENTS
Mayor Emily Lo
Hakone Foundation Board & Executive Committee
KSAR Community Access TV Board
Public Art Committee
Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority
West Valley Mayors and Managers
Vice Mayor Mary-Lynne Bernald
Association of Bay Area Governments
Cities Association of Santa Clara County-Legislative Action Committee
Cities Association of Santa Clara County-Selection Committee
Hakone Foundation Board
Public Art Committee
Saratoga Historical Foundation
West Valley Solid Waste Management Joint Powers Authority
Council Member Manny Cappello
Cities Association of Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County Housing and Community Development (HCD) Council Committee
Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council (SASCC)
West Valley Sanitation District
Council Member Howard Miller
America in Bloom Committee
Saratoga Ministerial Association
Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority Board of Directors
Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Policy Advisory Committee
VTA State Route 85 Corridor Policy Advisory Board
Council Member Rishi Kumar
Saratoga Chamber of Commerce & Destination Saratoga
Saratoga Sister City Organization
Santa Clara County Expressway Plan 2040 Policy Advisory Board
Santa Clara Valley Water District Commission
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
CLOSED SESSION
Administrative Conference Room, City Hall | 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL –EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1))
Saratoga et al. v. California Department of Transportation
(Santa Clara County Superior Court Case No. 115CV281214)
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ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATE OF POSTING OF THE AGENDA, DISTRIBUTION OF THE AGENDA
PACKET, COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
I, Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing
agenda for the meeting of the City Council was posted and available for review on September
15, 2017 at the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 and on the City's
website at www.saratoga.ca.us.
Signed this 15th day of September 2017 at Saratoga, California.
Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
In accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, copies of the staff reports and other materials
provided to the City Council by City staff in connection with this agenda are available at the
office of the City Clerk at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070. Note that copies of
materials distributed to the City Council concurrently with the posting of the agenda are also
available on the City Website at www.saratoga.ca.us.
Any materials distributed by staff after the posting of the agenda are made available for public
review at the office of the City Clerk at the time they are distributed to the City Council. These
materials are also posted on the City website.
In Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in
this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 408.868.1269. Notification 24 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this
meeting. [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA title II]
09/20 5:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with Chamber of Commerce and Destination Saratoga | 6:00 p.m. Joint
Meeting with Youth Commission | 7:00 p.m. Regular Session
10/04 5:30 p.m. Joint Meeting with Saratoga School Districts in Senior Center, Saunders Room | 7:00 p.m.
Regular Session
10/18 6:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with San Jose Animal Services | 7:00 p.m. Regular Session
11/01 6:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with West Valley – Mission Community College Board of Trustees | 7:00
p.m. Regular Session
11/15 6:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with Senator Beall Jr.| 7:00 p.m. Regular Session
12/06 6:00 p.m. Joint Meeting with Representative Low | 7:00 p.m. Reorganization followed by Regular
Session
12/20 6:00 p.m. Study Session – Council Norms | 7:00 p.m. Regular Session
Unless otherwise stated, Joint Meetings and Study Sessions begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Administrative Conference
Room at Saratoga City Hall at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue and Regular Session begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Civic Theater
at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue.
CITY OF SARATOGA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING CALENDAR 2017
City of Saratoga
CITY COUNCIL JOINT MEETING
Meeting Discussion Topics
Joint Meeting with the Destination Saratoga &
Saratoga Chamber of Commerce
September 20, 2017 | 5:00 p.m.
Saratoga City Hall | Administrative Conference Room
5:00 p.m. Welcome & Introductions
5:15 p.m. Destination Saratoga Updates
5:25 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Updates
5:45 p.m. Other Remarks & Wrap Up
At 6:00 p.m., the City Council will hold a Joint Meeting with the Saratoga
Youth Commission. Dinner will be provided at the 6:00 p.m. Joint Meeting.
The Regular Session of the City Council begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Civic
Theater. Joint Meeting attendees are invited to attend the Regular Session
and share an overview of the Joint Meeting.
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City of Saratoga
CITY COUNCIL JOINT MEETING
Meeting Discussion Topics
Joint Meeting with Saratoga Youth Commission
September 20, 2017 | 6:00 p.m.
Saratoga City Hall | Administrative Conference Room
6:00 p.m. Welcome & Introductions
6:15 p.m. 2017/18 Work Plan
6:45 p.m.Other Remarks & Wrap Up
Dinner will be provided at the Joint Meeting.
The Regular Session of the City Council begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Civic
Theater. Joint Meeting attendees are invited to attend the Regular Session
and share an overview of the Joint Meeting.
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CITY OF SARATOGA
Memorandum
To:Mayor Emily Lo & Members of the Saratoga City Council
From:Kayla Nakamoto, Recreation Coordinator
Date:September 20, 2017
Subject:Youth Commission 2017/2018 Work Plan
Below is the proposed Youth Commission work plan for the 2017/2018 school year.
Inform the community about the Youth Commission by working closely with all local schools
and improve the community involvement by participating in community-based events such
as the Witchy Walk, the Tree Lighting Ceremony, St. Paddy’s Day Parade, Lunar New Year
Celebrations, Blossom Festival, and State of the City.
Collaborate with neighboring cities to facilitate YAC Attack, a teen conference that is for
teens and also run by teens.
To provide more social opportunities for middle school aged students by offering a city
sponsored annual Movie Night. The goal is to increase this to two Movie Nights this year.
Continue to offer Walk-One-Week so the Youth Commission can encourage Saratoga
students to be health cautious by increasing their exercise, help decrease the carbon
footprint, and mitigate traffic congestion around schools. The goal is to work with every
elementary school in Saratoga.
Organize a Sports Field Day at one of Saratoga’s parks. This would be designed to engage
children of various ages in different sports and get them moving. This community event will
encourage healthy living and participation in fun games and activities while meeting other
Saratoga families.
Collaborate with the Recreation Department to host a dance for those with disabilities. This
will be a fun event that is new. It will appeal to a new demographic in our community that
is currently unmet.
Organize a Battle of the Bands event for local teens. The event will appeal to the whole
community as they incorporate other activities such as a cook off and/or karaoke.
Promote health and wellness by hosting a 5k color run.
Continue to work with City Council in the planning and preparation of an all-inclusive play
structure at one of the Saratoga parks.
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CURRENT MEMBERSHIP
First Name Last Name Term End School Grade
Charu Vijay 6/30/2018 Lynbrook High School 10
Stephen Zhong 6/30/2018 Lynbrook High School 10
Holly Cunningham 6/30/2018 Notre Dame High School 10
Jiwoo Song 6/30/2018 Mitty High School 11
Rashi Garg 6/30/2018 Saratoga High School 11
Ruchi Maheshwari 6/30/2018 Saratoga High School 11
Naisha Agarwal 6/30/2019 Redwood Middle School 8
Briana Wiles 6/30/2019 Sacred Heart 7
Isaac Yoon 6/30/2019 Lynbrook High 9
Christopher Smails 6/30/2019 Bellarmine College Prep 10
Kami Cheatham 6/30/2019 Saratoga High 11
POWERS & DUTIES - COUNCIL RESOLUTION 12-008
The powers of the Youth Commission are advisory only, and it shall render all reports and
recommendations directly to the City of Council, unless otherwise directed by the Council. The
Commission does not constitute a planning agency with the terms and meaning of Government
Code Section 65100 of the State of California. The Commissioners' powers and duties, in such
advisory capacity to the City Council, shall include the following:
a) To develop and recommend guidelines involving the concerns of youth and the
programming and implementation thereof, to the Council;
b) Advise the Council generally on matters which concern youth and specifically on the
various aspects of the city matters related to youth as may be requested by Council.
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT:Appointment of Commissioners & Oath of Office
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the attached resolution appointing 2 members to the Library Commission and 2 members
to the Parks and Recreation Commission; and direct the City Clerk to administer the Oath of
Office.
BACKGROUND:
In March 2017, the City opened the recruitment for two full term positions on the Library
Commission, including one position nominated by the City of Monte Sereno. At the same time,
the City also started accepting applications for two full term positions on the Parks and
Recreation Commission. Applications were accepted until 5:00 p.m. on August 28, 2017. A total
of 3 applications were received for the Library Commission and 2 applications were received for
the Parks and Recreation Commission. Interviews were conducted on September 6, 2017. .
The City Council selected the following applicants to serve on the two Commissions:
Name Commission Term
Steven White Library October 1, 2017 -September 30, 2021 *
Robert Gulino Library October 1, 2017 -September 30, 2021
Richard Pearce Parks &Recreation October 1, 2017 -September 30, 2021
Ping Li Parks &Recreation October 1, 2017 -September 30, 2021
* City of Monte Sereno Nominee to the Library Commission
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A –Resolution of Appointment
Attachment B –Oaths of Office
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RESOLUTION NO. 17-___
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA
APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE SARATOGA LIBRARY COMMISSION AND PARKS
AND RECREATION COMMISSION
WHEREAS,2 vacancies were created on the LibraryCommission from the expired terms of Carol
Barmeier and Claire Campodonico, who also resigned from her position in June 2017;
WHEREAS, the position held by Claire Campodonico is nominated by the City of Monte
Sereno;
WHEREAS, 2 vacancies were created on the Parks and Recreation Commission from the expired
terms of Richard Pearce and Ping Li, who were both eligible for reappointment;
WHEREAS, the City announced the vacancies in March 2017, accepted applications until 5:00
p.m. on August 28, 2017 and the City Council conducted interviews on September 6, 2017.
NOW, THEREFORE,the City Council of the City of Saratoga hereby resolves that the following
individuals are appointed to the following terms:
Name Commission Term
Steven White Library October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2021 *
Robert Gulino Library October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2021
Richard Pearce Parks & Recreation October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2021
Ping Li Parks & Recreation October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2021
* City of Monte Sereno Nominee to the Library Commission
The above and foregoing resolution was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Saratoga City
Council held on the 20
th day of September 2017 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Emily Lo, Mayor
Attest:
Crystal Bothelio, City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
I, Steven White, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California
against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance
to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of
California; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or
purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties upon
which I am about to enter.
Steven White, Member
Library Commission
Subscribed and sworn to before me on
this 20th day of September 2017.
Crystal Bothelio
City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
I, Robert Gulino, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California
against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance
to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of
California; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or
purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties upon
which I am about to enter.
Robert Gulino, Member
Library Commission
Subscribed and sworn to before me on
this 20th day of September 2017.
Crystal Bothelio
City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
I, Richard Pearce, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California
against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance
to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of
California; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or
purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties upon
which I am about to enter.
Richard Pearce, Member
Parks and Recreation Commission
Subscribed and sworn to before me on
this 20th day of September 2017.
Crystal Bothelio
City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
I, Ping Li, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the
Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California
against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance
to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of
California; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or
purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties upon
which I am about to enter.
Ping Li, Member
Parks and Recreation Commission
Subscribed and sworn to before me on
this 20th day of September 2017.
Crystal Bothelio
City Clerk
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT:League of Women Voters Presentation on Local Election Finance Study
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Receive presentation from League of Women Voters of Southwest Santa Clara County on a study
of local election finances.
BACKGROUND:
As part of the League of Women Voters of Southwest Santa Clara Valley’s 2016-17 priorities,
the League conducted a study of local election financing and reporting in the League’s
Southwest region. The area includes the cities of Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, and
Saratoga. For the study, finances of candidates in city and school board elections in the
November 2016 were assessed. During the presentation, representatives of the League of Women
Voters of Southwest Santa Clara County will present major findings and recommendations.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A –Letter to Mayor Lo from League of Women Voters
Attachment B –League of Women Voters Local Election Finance Study
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Local Election Finance Study
League of Women Voters
Southwest Santa Clara Valley (SWSCV)
Serving the communities of Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, & Saratoga
March 1, 2017 17
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Local Election Finance Study
League of Women Voters
Southwest Santa Clara Valley (SWSCV)
Serving the communities of Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, & Saratoga
March 1, 2017
Study Committee
Tom Picraux*, Danice Picraux*, Meg Giberson, Kathy Murtfeldt, Pat White, Eleanor
Yick
* Co-chairs
Preamble
LWV Mission: The League of Women Voters, a nonpartisan political organization,
encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government, works to
increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy
through education and advocacy.
Preface
The SWSCV League decided at their 2016-17 annual planning meeting to carry out a
Local Election Finance Study. The study is a follow-up to a survey of local election
finance regulations that our League conducted last year as part of the League of Women
Voters’ national “Money in Politics” study. The Local Election Finance Study
committee was charged with reviewing and analyzing available information on local
election financing and reporting for the cities within our local area, Campbell, Los Gatos,
Monte Sereno, and Saratoga, as well as comparing the results to practices in nearby cities
in Santa Clara County. The purpose of the study is to understand best practices, to
educate our membership, and to explore ways to increase transparency and encourage
participation in our local elections.
Contact us:
Website: http://www.lwv-sw-santaclara-valley.org/index.html
E-mail: lwv.swscv@gmail.com
Phone: 408-LWV(598)-1842
Address: P.O. Box 2865, Saratoga, CA 95070
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lwvswscv
Twitter: lwv_swscv 18
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Executive Summary
The League of Women Voters seeks to promote participation and transparency in our
local elections for both voters and candidates. This study’s focus is an assessment of
current election finance and reporting processes for city council and school board
elections in Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, and Saratoga. Results for the November
2016 election are analyzed. There were 14 candidates contending in the four city council
races and 10 candidates contending in three school board races. All races were contested
and one city council race was decided by a margin of only 10 votes.
Campaign spending was relatively small for school board races. Detailed reporting is
not required if less than $2000 is spent or raised. For council races total spending ranged
from below $2000 to nearly $23,000. Minimum contributions for council races ranged
from $20 to 100, maximum contributions from $300 to $2,000, and median contributions
from $100 to $300. The median total contribution amount raised was about $6,000 and
the median contribution size was about $100. Practices in city offices varied, depending
on how the Form 460 campaign disclosure reports were made available.
Ten candidates from the 2016 or 2014 election were interviewed to gain additional
perspective on the election process. One notable response was that candidates invariably
found the process of campaigning to be more enjoyable than anticipated, and especially
found the opportunity to meet and talk with a wide cross section of people in their district
to be both enjoyable and give them valuable perspective. As part of this study,
comparisons were made to additional local election regulations instituted by nearby
cities, including maximum contribution limits, voluntary expenditure limits, term limits,
and disclosure of top donors in campaign advertisements.
As a result of the study we have several major findings that we believe may promote
participation and transparency in our local elections for both voters and candidates. . We
encourage our League members along with our community members and the leadership
of our local cities to discuss, debate, and consider these findings. The findings are
presented in Section 9 of this report and are briefly summarized here:
• We encourage our cities to post on their websites detailed candidate guidelines with
links to sources of candidate training.
• We recommend cities scan and post all candidate Form 460, 470, and 497 reports on
their city website within 48 hours of the filing dates.
• We encourage our cities to post more information during election season on their city
website regarding candidates running for city council positions.
• We encourage our cities to discuss and consider the relative merits of voluntary
spending limits or (non-family) campaign donation limits.
• We suggest that cities consider bearing a portion of the cost (currently about $1,500
to $1,800) of the candidate statement for the Voter Information Pamphlet mailed to
all voters.
• We encourage our school boards to consider sharing the cost of the candidate
statement to encourage qualified candidate participation in school board elections and
to get the candidate’s statement out to the voters.
• We encourage school boards to discuss and consider the merits of term limits for our
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1. Introduction
Local elections are the foundation of democracy. Key tenets of democratic elections
are participation and transparency. Participation means to ensure that we have
informed voters engaged in the election process who support and encourage local leaders
to stand for election and who participate in the governance of our communities.
Transparency means that our citizens are well informed about our candidates, their
positions, their sources of financial support, and their expenditures. To paraphrase Justice
Louis Brandeis, sunlight is “the best of disinfectants.” In democratic elections we strive
for a process that is fair, transparent, and available to all. Hence, we should do everything
possible to encourage and make the processes of participation and transparency as
convenient as possible.
Several areas of improvement and opportunities for improvement in participation and
transparency have occurred in recent years. There have been major improvements in the
convenience of registering to vote and voting in California in local, state and national
elections. While there have been significant changes in election finance law due to
Supreme Court decisions over the last 15 years, there remain certain tools which can and
have been utilized at the state, county and local level to control the size of candidate
contributions and spending. In addition, current laws requiring detailed reporting of
contributions and expenditures help provide transparency to voters.
A particularly significant change over the last two decades is the advance of the
Internet as a convenient and rapid source of information for all citizens. Nearly everyone
in our community has access to the Internet at home, on mobile devices or at libraries.
Information can be obtained at one’s convenience, whether at a coffee shop with friends
or at home in the middle of the night. The ability of cities to place well-organized and
relevant local election information on a city’s website provides a powerful tool to support
transparency. A city’s website can and should provide trusted information that can be
easily found by both voters and candidates when and where they need it. Many cities in
Santa Clara County are pioneering the use of their websites to communicate to voters and
candidates. Much is still being learned as to how to most effectively and conveniently
provide the information. What is clear, however, is that every city needs to set a priority
to develop ways to provide election information to its citizens in an effective and
convenient manner. This policy can be accomplished by maintaining in-house staff
expertise or through contract support.
2. Study Objective
The study’s objective is to promote participation and transparency in our local
elections for both voters and candidates. The study examines current local election
finance and reporting processes, regulations, and experiences for city council and school
board elections in Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, and Saratoga. We have included
a brief analysis of the election results, the election reporting processes, and election
spending, as well as conducted interviews with local candidates. We have also examined
local election processes of other nearby cities in Santa Clara County. The study concludes
by identifying several “best practices” based on our analysis that we believe are worthy
of consideration and further dialogue by our League membership, our community and the
leadership of our local cities. Our purpose is to educate our members, inform our
community, and encourage best practices for elections.
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3. Summary of November 2016 Election Results
City and town council elections were contested in all four races held in the SWSCV
League’s area (Table I). All school board and high school board races were also
contested (Table II). We are happy to note the active participation of our citizens in
standing for candidacy this past election. The results in Table I for Monte Sereno showed
that as few as ten votes were the deciding factor in winning that city council seat, with as
few as 2 votes separating the top two candidates, supporting the old adage: every vote
counts. Incumbency is seen from the tables to be an important, but not a determining,
factor in the election outcome.
As shown in Table I, the amount of money spent by candidates on their campaign
varied widely. Total expenditures for city council races ranged from a high of nearly
$23,000 to less than $2000. Please note that total contributions or expenditures below
$2000 do not trigger detailed contribution and expenditure reporting, so that exact
expenditure amounts below $2000 are not always available. Detailed comparisons were
not made to other cities in the area, but, in general, local expenditures for council seats
were lower than in the more populated cities in the south Bay Area. Expenditures for
school board races were small and below the detailed reporting threshold of $2000.
Candidates engage voters, become known, and get their message out in many ways
and campaign spending is only one factor in determining election results. Incumbents are
seen to have won 4 and lost 1 of the 8 positions for city council seats in this past election.
Non-incumbents won the other 4 positions and lost in 5 races.
Table I. City Council Elections, November 2016
Campbell
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result Funds spent
A - 8063 32.7 E1 $22,845
B - 7102 28.8 E $2,232
C - 5710 23.1 $16,487
D - 3793 15.4 $12,964
Los Gatos
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result Funds spent
A I2 9721 44.4 E $16,834
B I 7563 34.6 E $1,812
C - 4602 21.0 - $814
Monte Sereno
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result Funds spent
A - 767 26.3 E <$20003
B - 765 26.3 E <$2000
C I 755 25.9 - $3466
D - 626 21.5 - <$2000
Saratoga
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result Funds spent
A I 8748 39.3 E $7,675
B I 7449 33.4 E $5,054
C - 6075 27.3 - $20,405
1 E = elected
2 I = incumbent
3 If candidate raises or spends less than $2000, itemization is not required and short Form 470 can be used.
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Table II. School Board Elections, November 2016
Los Gatos Saratoga Joint Union High School
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result
A I 11968 30.4 E
B I 11856 30.1 E
C - 8686 22.0 -
D - 6879 17.5 -
Los Gatos Union Elementary School District
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result
A - 6359 34.5 E
B - 6195 33.7 E
C - 5849 31.8 -
Saratoga Union Elementary School District
Candidate Incumbent Votes % Vote Result
A - 5842 39.5 E
B - 4660 31.5 E
C - 4302 20.0 -
One notable expense for low budget campaigns is the cost of including one’s
candidate statement in the Voter Information Pamphlet. This information packet includes
the sample ballot and is mailed to all voters. There is a charge for including the candidate
statement to cover a share of the county’s printing and mailing expense based on census
population data for the election district. For council races in Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte
Sereno, and Saratoga the charge is $1830, $1790, $1520, and $1800, respectively. The
cost is similar for school board races in our area. This additional candidate statement fee
is due immediately upon filing to run. By law this cost can be borne by the candidate, by
the local district (city or school board), or can be a shared cost. In our area, the city of
Campbell charges candidates for council a $300 filing fee and pays for the balance of the
candidate statement cost. This practice of sharing a substantial fraction of the fee helps to
reduce the possibility that the size of this initial fee will discourage qualified candidates
from running for office. The importance of the candidate statement is that voters often
perceive a lack of seriousness or effort on the candidate’s part if the statement is missing,
whereas, it can be a serious cost consideration for low budget campaigns. In reality many
candidates forgo this expense even though that will reduce information available to voters
and may leave a negative impression with some voters. We consider the Campbell
practice of sharing the candidate statement fee to be a best practice. It both encourages
participation by candidates and assures the availability of candidate information to voters.
4. Summary of State Election Reporting Requirements (2016)
California state laws regulate campaign contribution and expenditure reporting
through the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC). All candidates for public office
must file candidate information and campaign disclosure reports during the course of the
election. Candidates who raise or spend less than $2000 may file a short “Form 470”
report, whereas those who raise or spend $2000 or more in a calendar year must file a
more detailed Form 460 report. Form 460 reports must identify the name, address,
occupation, and amount of all contributions that are cumulatively of $100 or more from a
single source. It also must detail all campaign expenditures of $100 or more by category,
as well as list campaign loans and in-kind contributions. Contributions of $100 or more in
cash, money orders, traveler’s check or cashier’s check are forbidden. For contributions 22
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of $1,000 or more received after the Oct. 22nd filing date and before election day, a Form
497 must be filed within 24 hours of receiving the contribution.
5. Local Election Laws in our Area and in Nearby Cities
State law authorizes cities to enact additional election requirements as long as they do
not conflict with or prevent compliance with the California Political Reform Act. The
Act, which is implemented by the FPPC, specifies the content and timing of candidate
campaign statement filings for city office. Additional local requirements can take the
form of disclosure/disclaimer obligations or reporting requirements. Some local cities
have instituted additional election finance regulations as given in Tables III for the cities
in our area and in Table IV for other cities in Santa Clara County.
Table III. SWSCV League area: City council election regulations
City Maximum
contribu-
tion limits
Voluntary
expenditure
limit
Term
limits1
Election
finance
posting2
Search-
enabled
municipal
code on web
Other election
regulations or services
Campbell No No Two 4-yr.
terms3
No Yes
Los Gatos No No No No Yes
Monte Sereno No No Two 4-yr.
terms4
No Yes
Saratoga No No No5 No Yes
1 “Term limits” refers to the number of consecutive terms an officeholder may serve in that office.
2 Campaign finance statements (Form 460, etc.) posted on city website
3 Eligible for re-election or appointment after 22 months have elapsed since last served in that office.
4 Eligible for re-election or appointment after 2 years have elapsed since last served in that office.
5 Saratoga voters passed an advisory measure in 1992 to have a two 4-yr. term limit for city council
members. However the measure was nonbinding and in at least one recent instance it was not followed.
Additional local election regulations include maximum contribution limits, voluntary
expenditure limits (VEL), term limits, and disclosure of top donors in campaign
advertisements. Five nearby cities have voluntary expenditure limits. However, our local
area cities do not have such limits. Some cities also provide special benefits to candidates
to encourage the adoption of voluntary spending limits. For example, in Mountain View
if a candidate accepts a voluntary expenditure limit and pays an initial $500, the city will
pay the balance of the cost of the candidate statement printing in the Voter Information
Pamphlet (statement printing cost was about $2,020 in 2016). This policy appears to have
proven an effective incentive to council candidates, as all candidates accepted the
voluntary expenditure limits in the 2016 election. In addition, Mountain View recently
enacted a law requiring the top 5 contributors be identified in campaign advertisements.
For small print ads (≤ 20 sq. in.), only the top 3 contributors of < $2500 need to be listed.
As seen in Tables III and IV, Campbell, Sereno, and 5 nearby cities outside our area
impose a term limit of two consecutive terms for city council office. Term-limited
councilors can again become a member of council by reappointment or candidacy after a
typical waiting period of 1 to 2 years. One concern that has been expressed for cities with
a small population, such as Monte Sereno (population 3540), is that it can be difficult to
find qualified candidates willing to serve.
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Table IV. Nearby cities council election regulations
City Maximum
contribu-
tion limits
Voluntary
expenditure
limit (VEL)
Term
limits1
Election
finance
posting2
Search-
enabled
municipal
code on web
Other election
regulations or services
Cupertino No $33,000 for
2016
Two 4-yr.
terms3
Yes Yes Posts candidate
information on web
Gilroy $750 Total of
$1/resident
No Yes Yes Additional pre-
election filing for
period 10/23-11/1/16
Los Altos No No No No Yes
Los Altos Hills No No Two 4-yr.
terms4
Yes Yes
Milpitas $250 No No Yes Yes
Morgan Hill No No No No Yes
Mountain View No $24,0735 No Yes Yes6 Disclose top contribu-
tors in advertisements7
Palo Alto No $14,000 Two 4-yr.
terms
Yes Yes $25 filing fee waved if
100 signatures on
petition. $50 minimum
contribution reporting
San Jose $600 No No Yes Yes
Santa Clara $270
$550 with
VEL
$40,5008 Two 4-yr.
terms4
Yes Yes City pays half of
candidate statement
cost if VEL accepted
Sunnyvale No No Two 4-yr.
terms9
Yes Yes
1 Consecutive terms
2 Campaign finance statements (Form 460, etc.) posted on city website
3 Total of 10 years appointed + elected. Eligible for re-election or appointment after 354 days.
4 Eligible for re-election or appointment after 2 years
5 2016 limit. The VEL increases by 3% per year. City will pay the balance of the candidate statement cost
for candidates who accept the voluntary expenditure limit and pay an initial $500.
6 An extensive array of city documents is posted on the web with search options available.
7 Disclose top 5 donors. For print ads ≤ 20 square inches must disclose top 3 contributors of $2500 or more.
8 2016 limit. VEL is indexed to San Francisco Bay Area CPI
9 Eligible for re-election after 4 years.
A few cities in Santa Clara County have contribution limits for city council races. The
limits range from $250 (Milpitas) to $600 (San Jose) for a single donor. These limits do
not apply to the candidates’ own contributions. In the city of Santa Clara, the size of the
contribution limit is larger if voluntary expenditure limits are accepted. In this case the
November 2016 election limit was $550 per donor if voluntary expenditure limits were
accept, and $270 otherwise. Most cities adjust contribution limits for inflation in
subsequent election years.
A notable difference seen in Tables III and IV between the cities in our local area and
nearby cities is the practice of posting campaign filing reports on the city website. For
example, nine of the eleven nearby cities posted key filing documents on their websites,
usually within 1 to 3 days of their filing dates (e.g., Sept. 24th and Oct. 22nd during the
2016 fall election). In contrast, none of the cities in our local area posted campaign
reports. The Form 460 report is particularly important from a transparency perspective. It
includes a listing of donor names and donation amounts and dates. Loans to the 24
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campaign, campaign expenditures and purpose, and total amounts raised and spent are
also listed. Thus, one can quickly see if unusually large amounts of money are being
raised and spent, and, if so, know the sources and uses of the funds.
6. Summary of Interview Findings
It is important that qualified candidates run in local elections. Our cities depend on
good leadership and local offices provide a primary source of future candidates for higher
office. Therefore, to better understand the influence of current election laws and finances,
campaign issues, and potential best practices from the candidate’s perspective, our study
committee conducted ten interviews with candidates. Candidates who ran in each of the
four local city council elections (Table I) in the fall of 2016, or in a few cases in the fall
of 2014, were interviewed. Both candidates who were successful and those who were not
successful were interviewed. Two candidates who ran in local high school and
elementary school board races were also interviewed. The interview questions are
attached in Appendix A.
The interviews were found to be enlightening. All interviews were transcribed.
However, these are not included here to honor the promise to maintain the anonymity of
interviewees and their specific answers. Here, we summarize several findings and
recurring themes heard in the interviews.
All candidates interviewed especially liked the opportunity to meet and talk with
a wide cross section of people in their district. Candidates invariably found the process
of campaigning to be more enjoyable than anticipated. One hears more voices and
understands opinions of people to a greater extent as a candidate than even as a councilor.
Also, one becomes more aware of the different needs and concerns found in the less and
more affluent areas of the community. It was also felt that by meeting and talking directly
with people and by hearing the candidates speak in candidate forums, the voter is better
able to see the differences in candidates, in contrast to reading literature or seeing social
media posts where candidates may seem to be more similar to each other.
Fund-raising was the least enjoyable, and often most challenging, aspect of
running for office. Even though it was not as hard as sometimes anticipated, fund-
raising remained challenging for many and was a major barrier for most candidates in
deciding to run for office. In some cases, concern about deceptive advertising by
opponents or opposition from local neighborhood groups focused on a single issue was
one of the less enjoyable aspects of the campaign. It was pointed out that countering
candidate attacks by social media or mailings can become quite expensive.
Candidates found that volunteering for public service, serving on boards, working
with city government, and/or gaining marketing know-how prior to running for
office was invaluable to their candidacy. For example, experience on a planning or
other city commission, on foundation or company boards, or in a leadership position at
local schools or service clubs was particularly useful. Marketing experience also was a
great help.
At first, candidates found election laws complicated and complex to follow. Santa
Clara County runs an orientation training workshop for people running for local
government offices. The training includes detailed information on candidate reporting
laws, regulations, and sources of helpful information for candidates. Candidates who took
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The requirement to pay for the cost of printing the candidate statement, which is
currently around $1500 to $1800 in our local elections, was an aspect that some
candidates felt was unfair. The dilemma is that if one does not pay this cost to have the
statement appear in the Voter Information Packet that is mailed to all voters, it can often
be perceived as though the candidate is not serious and did not bother to write up a
statement. Yet, to have to bear this cost at the very beginning of one’s run for office
created an impediment to running for some first-time candidates
Several candidates cited one area of law that seemed unfair as currently interpreted.
It is that one has to recuse himself or herself as an appointed member of a commission,
for example, a planning commission, from a decision if a donation of greater than $250
has been received, within a certain period of time, from a party to the proceedings.
However, local elected officials, such as a city councilor, do not have to recuse
themselves (FPPC Section 84308. See FPPC Campaign Manual 1, chapter 5, section C.
http://www.fppc.ca.gov/content/dam/fppc/NS-Documents/TAD/Campaign%20Manuals/Manual_1/Manual-
1-Chapter-5-Contribution-Restrictions.pdf.) The law on such restrictions originally appeared
quite broad, but was narrowed considerably in its application due to the definition of the
term “Agency” whereby “local agencies whose members are elected by the voters” were
expressly exempted.
A significant number of candidates felt there should be more information posted on
the web and that it should be easier to find. The information should especially include
contributions and expenditures being made to and by candidates, and it needs to be easy
for local people to find this information. For example, some candidates wondered that
even though several cities send the state reporting disclosure Form 460 for donations and
expenditures by email if requested, why not have candidate’s reporting information
posted on the city website in an easy to find location for all our voters?
Opinion on campaign donor limits or spending limits was mixed. It was generally
recognized that newcomers needed to spend more than incumbents on a campaign. Some
respondents felt that reasonable limits could be set ($20,000 to $30,000) and still allow
newcomers to get their messages out. Others felt that voluntary spending limits would be
reasonable and that tying these to donation limits made sense. Candidates’ personal
decisions on the size of donations they accepted varied widely. In general, most
candidates emphasized that it was critical in a local election to be allowed to spend their
own money on their campaign (as is allowed by law). Many were comfortable with some
limits on donation size (for example in the $250 to $600 range), as long as contributions
from family members were not limited. In one case support was expressed for mandatory
term limits (e.g., two consecutive terms and then sit out one term before running again) to
encourage bringing new ideas into the deliberating body.
Some candidates felt it was better if most contributions were raised from inside their
city/district and that voters should know what money is being raised from outside their
area. Others said that contributions from outside are fine if people know you and want to
support you. It was pointed out that it is more important to know about the connectivity,
i.e., from whom the money came and how they are connected to the campaign (business
associates, family, friends, a particular special interest, etc.). In general, full disclosure
seemed to be the most important aspect of maintaining an informed electorate.
It was suggested that the Voter Registrar should receive more financial support. The
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look at this information because they think it is not newsworthy enough. Local groups
and voluntary posting of information might help in this regard. It was suggested that
perhaps the LWV could help shine light on election finance, for example in pushing the
posting of information on Voter’s Edge and on city websites.
The new law in Mountain View requiring that the top donors be identified in
campaign literature was an idea that seemed acceptable to many candidates in the case
of large donations (e.g., above $1000). However a few opinions were expressed that there
were already too many requirements or that this might create problems on small
campaign pieces, such as postcards.
We observe that highly qualified school board members often first become interested
in the office as their children enter school. While it is important to have experienced
members on a school board, having new school board members periodically rotate onto
the board can bring fresh ideas and new energy. Based on discussions with community
members and interviews, we observe that the incumbent often holds a significant
advantage in local elections. This is especially the case for school board races and
truly competitive races are not necessarily the case in local school board races. This
advantage may be due to the combination of incumbents remaining for many terms with
strong support and letter writing campaigns by their colleagues. While our observations
are that the races were competitive this past year, there have often been years when no
one ran against the incumbent. We suggest that school board term limits might encourage
greater participation in government at this local level. For example, three consecutive 4-
yr. terms for a total of 12 years might be sufficiently long to maintain needed experience
on a board while ensuring the arrival of some new members. This might also result in an
increased source of local community leaders who might run for higher office.
7. Summary of Election Finance Reporting Findings
As part of our analysis, we reviewed all council candidate campaign disclosure
reports for Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, and Saratoga for the 2016 election. The
Form 460 campaign reports for total contributions or expenditures above $2000 provide
detailed information on the contributions and expenditures. While, by law, these reports
are always available from the city clerk’s office for voters and candidates to observe, we
found their ease of access varied for our local cities. In some cases, the reports were
scanned by the city clerk’s office and emailed upon request. In other cases, copies were
provided, and in one case, the reports were only available for viewing at the clerk’s
office, with copies available upon request at $0.10 per page. While other Santa Clara
County cities also used a variety of methods to make the reports available, for 9 of the 11
cities the Form 460 reports were immediately made available online using the city’s
website.
From both a voter’s and candidate’s perspective, there is a significant advantage to
being able to conveniently access candidate disclosure information on the web at any
time one wants, in contrast to having to call, email, or go into the city clerk’s office
during office hours. We suggest that a simple and low-cost approach to having the reports
available online would be to scan and post them as downloadable files on the city
website. While a majority of voters may not wish to review the reports, we believe the
easy availability of the reports helps to ensure transparency and voter awareness. One
feels an increased confidence, for example if concerns arise, that one can quickly and
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we suggest that posting of campaign reports on a city’s website is a best practice that
should be adopted by all our local cities.
The campaign disclosure reports for the November 2016 city council races showed
that the extent of fundraising varied considerably for our local cities. Three of the four
candidates in Monte Sereno did not raise or spend enough to reach the $2000 Form 460
report threshold and the fourth candidate spent only $2354 in cash of his/her own money,
in addition to receiving a $1112 non-monetary contribution for a meet and greet event. In
Los Gatos one candidate raised $16,687 ($1,283 non-monetary) with minimum,
maximum and median contributions of $100, $2,000, and $100, respectively. The other
two candidates used their own funds and spent only $1,812 and $814 on the campaign. In
Saratoga one candidate raised $8,599, while a second candidate raised $3,302 and also
spent $18,865 of his/her own funds. Minimum contributions were $50 and $100,
maximum contributions were $1,000 and $750, and median contributions were $200 and
$350, respectively. A third candidate used $5,054 of his/her own funds. For Campbell,
contributions were $2,255, $9,285, $12,270, and $22,650 for the four candidates, with
candidates making additional contributions of their own money to their campaigns in
amounts ranging from 0 to $8000. Minimum contributions ranged from $20 to $100,
maximum from $300 to $2,000, and median contributions from $100 to $300. Thus, the
level of funds raised varied widely, extending as high as in the low $20,000 range, the
median total contribution amount raised was about $6,000 and the median contribution
size was about $100.
The amount spent on campaigns is summarized in Table I. As discussed there, total
spending ranged from near $23,000 to below $2,000. While the candidates’ choices in
how to most effectively spend their funds varied considerably, the categories of campaign
literature, mailing, and postage accounted for the major expenses and were, on average,
49% of the amount spent. The category of campaign paraphernalia accounted for 11% of
funds spend on average, while web and information technology service spending was
only 8%.
8. Observations on the Changing Landscape in Local Election Campaigning
The widespread use of the World Wide Web and the recent increase in popularity of
social media have changed campaign strategies for the way election funds are raised and
spent at the national level. At the local level one may anticipate an increasing impact on
elections, with a need for candidates to carefully balance expenditures for traditional
campaign literature printing and mailing with the use of candidate websites and social
media as important ways to reach voters. During our interviews several candidates
commented on the importance of social media in getting their messages out to voters. The
ability to track the number of “looks” on a candidate’s website and social media page
and, for example, to correlate “looks” with social media posts and use of Facebook or of
other media’s “push” posts, have given candidates new tools to fine tune their campaigns.
In one case, numbers were cited which indicated that social media may be a more cost
effective method of reaching voters than traditional campaign websites, and that the use
of social media may have been a deciding factor in their election victory. Thus, while
personal contact through door knocking, literature drops, candidate forums, and
information posting on websites will remain essential features of communication to
voters, the use of social media may increasingly provide important leverage for
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9. Major Findings
• We encourage our cities to post on their websites detailed candidate guidelines
with links to sources of candidate training. Potential candidates do not always have
the information needed to launch an effective campaign and may be intimidated by
the election process. Many city clerks’ offices provide a package of guidelines for
potential candidates. In some best practice cases for nearby cities we observed such
guidelines posted on the web along with links to FPPC guidelines, to YouTube
training videos, the candidate training workshop run by the county, and to many other
sources of nuts-and-bolts information on where to obtain additional help. Lowering
the barrier for our city’s leading citizens to become candidates encourages
participation and is in everyone’s interest.
• We recommend cities scan and post all candidate Form 460, 470, and 497
reports on their city website within 48 hours of the filing dates. Currently the
method by which voters are able to view candidate contribution and expenditure
reports is different among the four cities in our area and none are posted on the city
website. Once set up, we believe the scanning and posting process is not necessarily
expensive or time consuming. In contrast to our cities, nine nearby cities make this
information available online, providing greater transparency in the election process.
• We encourage our cities to post more information during election season on their
city website regarding candidates running for city council positions. For example,
the candidate statement, links to the candidate’s web page, the location and date of
upcoming candidate forums, the League of Women Voters “Voter’s Edge” website,
etc. could be posted as trusted sources of unbiased information for voters. Other
forms of social media might also be considered by cities as additional means of
promoting citizen awareness and participation in city elections.
• Some nearby cities have adopted voluntary spending limits and/or limits on the total
donation amount from a single source. We encourage our cities to discuss and
consider the relative merits of voluntary spending limits or (non-family)
campaign donation limits from the perspective of limiting outside influence in cases
of extreme campaign finance spending. Voluntary spending limits might be combined
with paying a part of the candidate statement’s fee (typically $1500 to $1800) in the
Voter Information Pamphlet. This expense at the outset of filing for office is an
impediment to prospective candidates. These practices could encourage participation
of qualified candidates with limited resources in our local elections, as well as
increase campaign finance transparency to voters.
• We suggest that cities consider bearing a portion of the cost (currently about
$1,500 to $1,800 for our local cities) of the candidate statement for the Voter
Information Pamphlet that is mailed to all voters to encourage candidate
election participation and to increase information to voters. The importance of the
candidate statement in the sample ballot is that voters often perceive a lack of
seriousness or effort on the candidate’s part if the statement is missing, whereas in
reality it can be a serious cost consideration for low budget campaigns. We consider
as a best practice the approach taken in Campbell of sharing the candidate statement
fee, whereby the candidate pays a $300 filing fee and the city pays the balance of the
cost so that all candidate statements are included,. 29
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• An impediment for some highly qualified candidates, who might otherwise run for
local school board elections, is the high cost to place the candidate statement in the
Voter Information Pamphlet. Each district’s governing board determines whether the
district or the candidate will bear the cost of the statement. Since local school boards
are a fundamental aspect of our democratic process and often the first step to higher
public office, we encourage our local school boards to consider bearing a part of
the cost of candidate statements to encourage qualified candidate participation
in school board elections and to get the candidate’s statement out to the voters.
• We suggest that term limits for school boards after a sufficiently long period of
service, for example after three consecutive 4-yr. terms (12 years), would encourage
participation in government at the local level and could provide an increased source
of local community leaders who might run for higher office. We therefore
encourage our local school boards to discuss and consider the merits of term
limits for our local school boards, in order to bring forth new candidates and
new ideas.
10. Concluding Remarks
We encourage our League members along with our community members and the
leadership of our local cities to discuss, debate, and consider the above major findings of
this study. As a nonpartisan political organization, the League of Women Voters
encourages informed and active participation in government. It is our hope that this study
will help in that effort.
We also would like to encourage candidates and voters to take advantage of the
Voters’ Edge California website, http://votersedge.org/ca, during election season. This
nonpartisan website is hosted by the League of Women Voters of California Education
Fund and by MapLight. Voters’ Edge California neither supports nor opposes political
parties, ballot measures, or candidates for public office. Rather, it provides a source of
information on candidates and measures prior to elections. Candidates are invited to post
information on themselves and their goals and League members prior to posting approve
all material. By entering a zip code you can review the information for all candidates and
measures in your area, and by entering your street address you can view your sample
ballot for the election.
Finally, we would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to the candidates and city
clerks who contributed their time to help us in the study and to the League members who
encouraged and supported this study. Thank you.
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT:City Council Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the City Council minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting on September 6, 2017.
BACKGROUND:
Draft City Council minutes for each Council Meeting are taken to the City Council to be
reviewed for accuracy and approval. Following City Council approval, minutes are retained for
legislative history and posted on the City of Saratoga website. The draft minutes are attached to
this report for Council review and approval.
FOLLOW UP ACTION:
Minutes will be retained for legislative history and posted on the City of Saratoga website.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A –Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting on September 6, 2017
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Saratoga City Council Minutes – Page 1 of 8
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2017
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
At 5:25 p.m., the City Council conducted interviews of applicants for the Library Commission and the
Parks and Recreation Commission in the City Hall Administrative Conference Room at 13777 Fruitvale
Avenue.
At 6:00 p.m., the City Council held a Joint Meeting with the Saratoga Ministerial Association in the City
Hall Administrative Conference Room at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue. Council Member Miller requested that
staff work with the Ministerial Association to bring forward a future agenda item to consider partnering
with the Ministerial Association on a Celebration of Light, including an event budget, timeline, display
period, and process and criteria for participation. Council Member Cappello supported the request.
At 7:02 p.m., Mayor Lo called the Regular Session to order in the Civic Theater at 13777 Fruitvale
Avenue and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Mayor Lo held a moment
of silence for the victims of Hurricane Harvey.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:Mayor Emily Lo, Vice Mayor Mary-Lynne Bernald, Council
Members Manny Cappello, Howard Miller, Rishi Kumar
ABSENT:None
ALSO PRESENT:James Lindsay, City Manager
Richard Taylor, City Attorney
Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
John Cherbone, Public Works Director
Mary Furey, Finance & Administrative Services Director
Curtis Williams, Interim Community Development Director
Christopher Riordan, Senior Planner
REPORT ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA
Deputy City Manager Crystal Bothelio reported that the agenda for this meeting was properly
posted on September 1, 2017.
REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lo noted that the City Council held a Closed Session as part of a Special Meeting prior to
the Regular Meeting and continued the Closed Session until after the Regular Meeting.
REPORT FROM JOINT MEETING
Reverend Erik Swanson provided an overview of the City Council’s Joint Meeting with the
Ministerial Association. He shared information about the Thanksgiving interfaith celebration and
plans for the Celebration of Light.
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Saratoga City Council Minutes – Page 2 of 8
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
Anil Gupta raised concerns about trash pickup near his home and recommended that the City
Council consider adopting a setback between commercial garbage enclosures or pickup locations
and residential properties.
Deepak Chandani provided an update about programs offered by the Saratoga Hindu Temple.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Lo announced the Hakone Centennial Gala Finale, a Saratoga Library and League of
Women Voters event featuring Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren, Living Room Conversations, and
the Hakone Koi Pond Sustainability Project Groundbreaking.
1.CONSENT CALENDAR
1.1. City Council Meeting Minutes
Recommended Action:
Approve the City Council minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting on August 16,
2017.
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO APPROVE THE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON AUGUST 16, 2017. MOTION
PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE.
ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
1.2. Review of Accounts Payable Check Registers
Recommended Action:
Review and accept check registers for the following accounts payable payment cycles:
8/15/2017 Period 13; 8/15/2017 Period 2; 8/22/2017 Period 2; and 8/29/2017 Period 2.
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO ACCEPT CHECK REGISTERS FOR THE
FOLLOWING ACCOUNTS PAYABLE PAYMENT CYCLES: 8/15/2017 PERIOD
13; 8/15/2017 PERIOD 2; 8/22/2017 PERIOD 2; AND 8/29/2017 PERIOD 2. MOTION
PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE.
ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
1.3. Treasurer’s Report for the Month Ended June 30, 2017
Recommended Action:
Treasurer’s Report for the Month Ended June 30, 2017.
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO TREASURER’S REPORT FOR THE MONTH
ENDED JUNE 30, 2017. MOTION PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO,
MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
1.4. Resolution Adopting Santa Clara County Operational Area Hazard Mitigation Plan
Recommended Action:
Adopt Resolution accepting all of Volume 1 and the City of Saratoga’s portion of Volume 2
of the Santa Clara County Operational Area Hazard Mitigation Plan.
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Mayor Lo removed this item from the Consent Calendar to comment and request additional
information.
Recreation and Facilities Director Michael Taylor addressed questions from the City
Council.
Mayor Lo invited public comment on the item.
No one requested to speak.
RESOLUTION NO. 17-048
LO/BERNALD MOVED TO ADOPT RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ALL OF
VOLUME 1 AND THE CITY OF SARATOGA’S PORTION OF VOLUME 2 OF
THE SANTA CLARA COUNTY OPERATIONAL AREA HAZARD MITIGATION
PLAN. MOTION PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR.
NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
1.5. Facilities Use Agreement Renewal with the Saratoga Historical Foundation to Operate
a Museum at the Saratoga Historical Park
Recommended Action:
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a facilities use agreement
with the Saratoga Historical Foundation for the use of the Museum and Associated
Buildings.
RESOLUTION NO. 17-049
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A FACILITIES USE AGREEMENT
WITH THE SARATOGA HISTORICAL FOUNDATION FOR THE USE OF THE
MUSEUM AND ASSOCIATED BUILDINGS. MOTION PASSED. AYES: LO,
BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
1.6. Notice of Completion - Bainter Avenue Slope Stabilization
Recommended Action:
Move to accept the Bainter Avenue Slope Stabilization contract as complete and authorize
staff to record the Notice of Completion.
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO MOVE TO ACCEPT THE BAINTER AVENUE
SLOPE STABILIZATION CONTRACT AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZE
STAFF TO RECORD THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION. MOTION PASSED. AYES:
LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
1.7. City Manager Annual Performance Pay Increase
Recommended Action:
Approve the City Manager's annual performance pay increase of 2% effective July 1, 2017.
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City Attorney Richard Taylor requested that this item be removed from the Consent
Calendar and provided a staff report on the item.
Mayor Lo invited public comment on the item.
No one requested to speak.
BERNALD/MILLER MOVED TO APPROVE THE CITY MANAGER'S ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE PAY INCREASE OF 2% EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2017. MOTION
PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE.
ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
1.8. Budget Resolution for Storm Water Treatment Maintenance for the Hill Avenue Storm
Water Maintenance Assessment District (SWMAD) Zone 35
Recommended Action:
Move to accept a budget resolution to appropriate $11,000 in expenses in the FY 17/18
budget for the Hill Avenue SWMAD Zone 35 for the inspection, maintenance and reporting
of storm water treatment measures.
RESOLUTION NO. 17-050
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO ACCEPT A BUDGET RESOLUTION TO
APPROPRIATE $11,000 IN EXPENSES IN THE FY 17/18 BUDGET FOR THE
HILL AVENUE SWMAD ZONE 35 FOR THE INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE
AND REPORTING OF STORM WATER TREATMENT MEASURES. MOTION
PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE.
ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
1.9. Saratoga-to-the-Sea Trail – Amendment to Capital Project Description
Recommended Action:
Approve amendment to the Saratoga-to-the-Sea Trail project description to include work
necessary to complete the Quarry Park trail segment that will serve as the future connection
to the Saratoga-to-the-Sea Trail.
CAPPELLO/BERNALD MOVED TO APPROVE AMENDMENT TO THE
SARATOGA-TO-THE-SEA TRAIL PROJECT DESCRIPTION TO INCLUDE
WORK NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE QUARRY PARK TRAIL SEGMENT
THAT WILL SERVE AS THE FUTURE CONNECTION TO THE SARATOGA-TO-
THE-SEA TRAIL. MOTION PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER,
KUMAR. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
2.PUBLIC HEARING
2.1. APPC17-0001 - Appeal of Design Review application for a new one-story residence
located 20600 Leonard Road
Recommended Action:
Conduct a public hearing and de novo review of the appeal, and adopt the attached
resolution denying the appeal and granting Design Review and Arborist Review approvals
for the construction of a new one-story residence at 20600 Leonard Road.
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Christopher Riordan, Senior Planner, provided a staff report on the item.
Mayor Lo invited the appellants to give opening remarks.
The appellants, Prakash Desai, Bela Desai, and Frank Xiao, provided opening remarks.
The Mayor invited the applicant to give opening remarks.
The applicant, Dan Li and Chaohuang Zeng, and their architect, Michael Vierhus, provided
opening remarks.
Mayor Lo invited public comment.
Rachel Orgelia spoke in favor of the appeal.
Planning Commission Chair Tina Walia addressed questions from the City Council.
Mayor Lo invited the applicant to give closing remarks.
Michael Vierhus provided closing remarks on behalf of the applicant.
Mayor Lo invited the appellants to give closing remarks.
The appellants, Prakash Desai, Bela Desai, and Frank Xiao, provided closing remarks.
Senior Planner Christopher Riordan and Interim Community Development Director Curtis
Williams addressed questions from the City Council.
Mayor Lo closed the public hearing.
BERNALD/CAPPELLO MOVED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION DENYING THE
APPEAL AND GRANTING DESIGN REVIEW AND ARBORIST REVIEW
APPROVALS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ONE-STORY RESIDENCE
AT 20600 LEONARD ROAD WITH A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 16 FEET FOR THE
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT, OBSCURED GLASS OVER THE TOILET AND
SHOWER IN THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT, A REQUIREMENT THAT
THE PROPERTY OWNER COORDINATE WITH NEIGHBORS ON THE
LOCATION AND SELECTION OF TREE SPECIES FOR SCREENING AFTER
COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION.
Council Member Miller requested that the motion include required setbacks of 23 feet on
the side yard to the east, 24 feet on the northern part of the property to a 16 foot setback, 16
feet on the side of the garage, bathroom, and kitchen, and 23 feet on the side of the
accessory dwelling unit.
Vice Mayor Bernald and Council Member Cappello accepted the amendment.
RESOLUTION NO. 17-051
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BERNALD/CAPPELLO MOVED TO ADOPT THE RESOLUTION DENYING THE
APPEAL AND GRANTING DESIGN REVIEW AND ARBORIST REVIEW
APPROVALS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW ONE-STORY RESIDENCE
AT 20600 LEONARD ROAD WITH: A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 16 FEET FOR
THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT; OBSCURED GLASS OVER THE TOILET
AND SHOWER IN THE ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT; A REQUIREMENT
THAT THE LOCATION AND SELECTION OF TREE SPECIES FOR SCREENING
BE DETERMINED WITH AGREEMENT OF THE NEIGHBORS AFTER
COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION; ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT
SETBACKS OF 23 FEET FROM THE EASTERN PROPERTY LINE; ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNIT SETBACK OF 24 FEET FROM THE NORTHERN PROPERTY
LINE FOR THE BEDROOM AND BATH AREA AND 16 FOOT SIDEYARD
SETBACKS FOR THE REMAINING AREAS; AND MAIN RESIDENCE
SETBACK OF 16 FEET TO THE NORTH AND EAST FOR THE SIDEYARD.
MOTION PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES:
NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
The City Council took a short recess.
Council Member Miller requested that plans and story poles reflect approvals made by the
Planning Commission for future appeals of Planning Commission decisions.
3.GENERAL BUSINESS
3.1. Paint the City: Saratoga Utility Box Art Project
Recommended Action:
Authorize the Public Art Committee’s Paint the City: Saratoga Utility Box Art Project.
Deputy City Manager Crystal Bothelio presented the staff report.
Mayor Lo invited public comment.
No one requested to speak.
BERNALD/MILLER MOVED TO AUTHORIZE THE PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE’S
PAINT THE CITY: SARATOGA UTILITY BOX ART PROJECT WITH A PLAN
TO REPLACE ARTWORK AFTER 3 YEARS OR AS NEEDED AND COMPLETE
PAINTING BY THE END OF APRIL 2018. MOTION PASSED. AYES: LO,
BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE. ABSTAIN: NONE.
ABSENT: NONE.
3.2. League of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution
Recommended Action:
Provide input to the City’s voting delegate (Mayor Emily Lo) and the alternate delegate
(Council Member Kumar) on the resolution to be considered at the League of California
Cities Annual Conference.
Deputy City Manager Crystal Bothelio presented the staff report.
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No one requested to speak.
The City Council provided input to the voting delegate and alternate delegate on the
resolutions to be considered at the League of California Cities Annual Conference.
COUNCIL ASSIGNMENTS
Mayor Emily Lo
Hakone Foundation Board & Executive Committee – during the August 17 Board Meeting, the
Board discussed the Hakone Gala, Koi Pond sustainability project ground breaking, financial
statements, and plans for strategic fundraising and outreach. The Board is planning to hold a
retreat to discuss fundraising and outreach strategies.
Mayor Lo noted that the Saratoga Library opened as a cooling center during the recent heat
wave. She also shared information about a pilot program with Saratoga Union School District to
allow students to use their student identification cards as library cards.
Vice Mayor Mary-Lynne Bernald
Vice Mayor Bernald shared information about a composting workshop held on August 23 at the
Community Center.
Vice Mayor Bernald also provided an update on the ad hoc committee formed by the Cities
Association of Santa Clara County to consider development of a San Jose Airport Roundtable.
Council Member Manny Cappello
Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council (SASCC)– the Board was presented with a balanced
budget at the last meeting and received an update on programs and activities, including the Adult
Care Center attendance.
Council Member Howard Miller
Saratoga Ministerial Association – during the last meeting, the group discussed the Celebration
of Light, Thanksgiving Day interfaith service, and a program that will be offered at West Valley
College on genocide.
Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Policy Advisory Committee – the September meeting has
been canceled.
Council Member Rishi Kumar
Saratoga Chamber of Commerce & Destination Saratoga – Council Member Kumar asked if
another member of the City Council is available to attend the September Chamber of Commerce
meeting, as it conflicts with the League of California Cities Annual Conference that he and
Mayor Lo will be attending. Council Member Miller agreed to attend.
Saratoga Sister City Organization – the last meeting was canceled.
CITY COUNCIL ITEMS
Council Member Cappello nominated a capital project to fund a Senior Center entrance and
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CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
None
ADJOURNMENT
MILLER/BERNALD MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 10:44 P.M. MOTION
PASSED. AYES: LO, BERNALD, CAPPELLO, MILLER, KUMAR. NOES: NONE.
ABSTAIN: NONE. ABSENT: NONE.
Minutes respectfully submitted:
Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
City of Saratoga
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Gina Scott, Accounting Technician
SUBJECT: Review of Accounts Payable Check Registers
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Review and accept check registers for the following accounts payable payment cycles:
9/5/2017 Period 3
9/12/2017 Period 3
BACKGROUND:
The information listed below provides detail for weekly City check runs. Checks issued for $20,000 or greater are listed separately
as well as any checks that were void during the time period. Fund information, by check run, is also provided in this report.
REPORT SUMMARY:
Attached are Check Registers for:
Date
Ending
Check #
9/5/17 134158 134202 45 504,087.98 09/05/17 08/29/17 134157
9/12/17 134203 134257 55 88,889.18 09/12/17 09/05/17 134202
Accounts Payable checks issued for $20,000 or greater:
Date Check # Issued to Dept.Amount
09/05/17 134180 PS 443,278.42
09/12/17 134252 Various 22,608.71
Accounts Payable checks voided during this time period:
AP Date Check #Amount
08/15/17 134019 200.00
01/31/17 132544 300.00
ATTACHMENTS:
Check Registers in the 'A/P Checks By Period and Year' report format
Status
Fund Purpose
Cal-Card PurchasesGeneral
Law Enforcement
PREPARED BY:
Ending
Check #Type of Checks
SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:Finance & Administrative Services
Date
Accounts Payable
Accounts Payable
Starting Check #
Issued to
Anoop Kumar
City Clerks Association
Reason
Duplicate Payment
Not Cashed-Stale Dated
US Bank Purchasing Card
SCC Office of the Sheriff
Void Check
Void Check
Prior Check Register
Checks
Released
Total
Checks Amount
General
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:Crystal Bothelio, Deputy City Manager
SUBJECT:Extension of PLACE Lease
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Authorize the City Manager to extend the lease agreement with Montalvo Arts Center to continue
displaying PLACE outside of Saratoga Library for an additional year.
BACKGROUND:
At the May 4, 2016 City Council Meeting, the City Council authorized the City Manager to
execute an agreement with Montalvo Arts Center to display PLACE outside of Saratoga Library
from September 1, 2016 through September 1, 2017. Before the term of the lease expired, the
City reached out to Montalvo Arts Center to assess interest in renewing the agreement. Montalvo
Arts Center expressed interest in renewing the lease for one more year based on the same fee,
terms and conditions of the original lease agreement. If approved, the cost to renew the lease
through September 1, 2018 will be $4,000.
Per the City’s Public Art Policy, the City Council is required to approve placement of public art
on City property. Consequently, the lease extension is being brought forward to the City Council
for consideration. On September 7, 2017, the Public Art Committee voted to recommend that the
City Council authorize an extension of the lease agreement.
PLACE is steel plate bench that consists of 5 separate letters, spelling the word place. The
artwork was created by Steven Simon in 2008. Additional information about the artwork is on
the Montalvo Arts Center website at http://montalvoarts.org/sculpture/place/.
FISCAL STATEMENT:
Funding for the lease extension is currently available in the Public Art budget for the lease.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A –PLACE Lease Extension Agreement
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:James Lindsay, City Manager
SUBJECT:Ordinance Amending Leaf Blower Regulations
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Conduct a public hearing, then introduce and waive the first reading of the ordinance and direct
staff to place the ordinance on the consent calendar for adoption at the next regularly scheduled
meeting of the City Council.
BACKGROUND:
At the April 19, 2017 City Council Meeting, Vice Mayor Bernald, with the support of Council
Member Miller, requested an informational report on gas-powered leaf blower bans that have been
adopted by other communities, including the impact on enforcement. Staff provided an
informational report (Attachment B) to the City Council on June 7, 2017 and the City Council
directed staff to prepare and schedule an ordinance for Council consideration that would require
all leaf blowers be no louder than 65 dBA measured at 50 feet from the device. The Council
further directed that any changes be phased in over a two-year period, and that staff present options
for enforcement and an outreach plan that would inform stakeholders of the changes and encourage
use of non-gas powered leaf blowers.
Current Leaf Blower Regulations
The current standards for the operation of leaf blowers in Saratoga are grouped with the powered
garden tools exception within the City’s noise regulations:
Section 7-30.60(b) Powered garden tools. Powered garden tools shall not exceed
seventy-eight dBA at any point twenty-five feet or more from the source of noise.
Such tools may be utilized during the following days and times:
(1)Gasoline powered leaf blowers may be utilized between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00
P.M. Monday through Friday and Saturdays between 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M.
Use of gasoline-powered leaf blowers shall not be allowed on Sundays.
(2)Gasoline powered chainsaws may be utilized between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M.
Monday through Friday and between 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. on Saturdays
and Sundays.
(3)Other powered garden tools (except gasoline powered leaf blowers and
chainsaws) may be utilized between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. any
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DISCUSSION:
The attached ordinance would limit the use of leaf blowers in Saratoga to only those that have been
certified by the manufacturer to operate at 65 dBA or less at a distance of 50 feet pursuant to the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards B175.2-1996. This limitation would
begin on October 1, 2019. The draft ordinance does not change the operating hours for leaf
blowers.
Council requested that an outreach plan be developed for the two years leading up the effective
date of the new noise standard. Outreach efforts would include details about the City’s new
regulations and encourage use of non-gas leaf blowers. Provided below is a summary of the types
of outreach staff is considering leading up to October 2019.
October – December 2017
Initial outreach on social media
Create informational page on website
Include article in monthly Saratoga Source
Request Chamber of Commerce send informational email to their members
October – December 2018
Informational mailer sent to each postal address in the City
Continue outreach on social media
Create median banners and display periodically at different locations
Include article in monthly Saratoga Source
Request Chamber of Commerce send informational email to their members
April 2019
Continue outreach on social media
Continue periodically displaying median banners at different locations
Create information material for retailers serving landscape professionals in multiple
languages
Informational mailer send to relevant Saratoga Business License holders
Request Chamber of Commerce send a reminder informational email to their members
July 2019
Continue outreach on social media
Continue periodically displaying median banners at different locations
August 2019
Continue outreach on social media
Continue periodically displaying median banners at different locations
Informational mailer sent to each postal address in the City
Include information in monthly Saratoga Source and share that article on social media
Request Chamber of Commerce send a reminder informational email to their members
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September 2019
Continue outreach on social media
Display median banners at different locations
Enforcing leaf blower regulations can take considerable
resources as evident from the enforcement workload of nearby
cities that have enacted stricter regulations. Once the new
regulations take effect, staff will determine compliance with the
new standard by confirming a leaf blower bears a
manufacturer’s label demonstrating compliance with ANSI
B175.2. The compliance check will be performed after
receiving a complaint that a violation may be occurring.
Responding to complaintswhile leaf blowers are being used and obtaining access to the leaf blower
in question will be necessary to determine if a violation is occurring.
If a violation has been confirmed the property owner will receive a notice of code violation. The
enforcement provisions within the City Code are currently structured to hold the property owner
responsible for ensuring activity on their property is in compliance with City regulations. The
Code also allows the City to pursue enforcement against the persons generating the noise.
FISCAL STATEMENT:
The implementation cost of the outreach plan this fiscal year (FY) is very minor and will not have
any budgetary impacts. The outreach plan is more intensive during FYs 2018/19 and 2019/20.
Planned expenditures during those two years will require additional funding of approximately
$4,500 each year in the Public Information program to cover the mailers, translation services, and
banners.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Draft Ordinance
B. June 7, 2017 Informational Report
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Ordinance Amending Article 7-30 Page 1
ORDINANCE NO. _____
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA AMENDING
ARTICLE 7-20 OF THE CITY CODE CONCERNING NOISE FROM LEAF BLOWERS
The City Council of the City of Saratoga finds that:
1. Increased use of leaf blowers has increased noise pollution in the City. There are a number of
commercially available leaf blowers with relatively low noise levels. In order to reduce noise
pollution in the City this ordinance requires, beginning October 1, 2019, that all leaf blowers used
in the City be certified as producing no more than 65 dBA at a distance of 50 feet and be used
only during specified days and times.
2. The City Council of the City of Saratoga held a duly noticed public hearing on September 20,
2017, and after considering all testimony and written materials provided in connection with that
hearing introduced this ordinance and waived the reading thereof.
The City Council of the City of Saratoga does ordain as follows:
Section 1.Adoption.
The Saratoga City Code is hereby amended as set forth in Attachment A.
Section 2. Severance Clause.
The City Council declares that each section, sub-section, paragraph, sub-paragraph, sentence,
clause and phrase of this ordinance is severable and independent of every other section, sub-
section, paragraph, sub-paragraph, sentence, clause and phrase of this ordinance. If any section,
sub-section, paragraph, sub-paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is held invalid,
the City Council declares that it would have adopted the remaining provisions of this ordinance
irrespective of the portion held invalid, and further declares its express intent that the remaining
portions of this ordinance should remain in effect after the invalid portion has been eliminated.
Section 3. California Environmental Quality Act
The proposed amendments and additions to the City Code are Categorically Exempt from the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guideline section 15061(b)(3).
CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential of causing a significant effect on the
environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in
question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. In
this circumstance the amendments to the existing City Code and related sections and additions of
provisions and reference appendices to the existing Code; the amendments and additions would
have a de minimis impact on the environment.
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Section 4. Publication.
A summary of this ordinance shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation of the City of Saratoga
within fifteen days after its adoption.
Following a duly notice public hearing the foregoing ordinance was introduced at the regular meeting of
the City Council of the City of Saratoga held on September 20, 2017 and was adopted by the following
vote on October 4, 2017.
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
SIGNED:
Emily Lo
MAYOR, CITY OF SARATOGA, CALIFORNIA
ATTEST:
DATE:
Crystal Bothelio, ACTING CITY
CLERK
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DATE:
Richard Taylor, CITY ATTORNEY
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Attachment A – Ordinance Amending Article 7-30 of the Saratoga City Code
The provisions of the Saratoga Municipal Code set forth below are amended or adopted as
follows:
Text added is shown in bold double-underlined text (example) and text to be deleted in shown in
strikethrough (example). Text in italics is explanatory.
1.Amendments to Section 7-30.020 (Definitions)
Section 7-30.020 is amended to add the following definition following subsection (i):
(j)Leaf blower means portable equipment that is used for the purpose of
blowing, dispersing, or redistributing dust, dirt, leaves, grass clippings, cuttings and
trimmings from trees, shrubs or other debris. Certified leaf blower means a leaf
blower with a noise level measured at sixty-five dBA or less at a distance of fifty feet
by an independent laboratory per American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
standard B175.2-1996, as certified by the manufacturer. Beginning October 1, 2019
a leaf blower is not considered a powered garden tool.
Existing subsections (j) through (p) are redesignated as subsections (k) through (q), respectively.
2.Adoption of Section 7-30.051 (Leaf Blowers)
Section 7-30.051 is adopted as follows:
7-30.051 – Leaf Blowers
Beginning October 1, 2019, the use of any leaf blower other than a certified leaf
blower, as defined by this article, is prohibited.
3.Amendments to Section 7-30.060 (Exceptions for specific activities)
Section 7-30.060 is amended to add the following subsection following subsection (a):
(b)Beginning October 1, 2019 certified leaf blowers may be used or operated
Monday through Friday between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., on Saturdays
between 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., and may not be used on Sundays.
Existing subsection (b) is redesignated as subsection (c) and amended as follows:
(bc)Powered garden tools. Powered garden tools shall not exceed seventy-eight dBA
at any point twenty-five feet or more from the source of noise. Such tools may be
utilized during the following days and times:
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(1)Gasoline powered leaf blowers may be utilized between 8:00 A.M. and
5:00 P.M. Monday through Friday and Saturdays between 10:00 A.M. and
5:00 P.M. Use of gasoline-powered leaf blowers shall not be allowed on
Sundays. This subsection shall be of no further force and effect after
September 30, 2019.
(2)Gasoline powered chainsaws may be utilized between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00
P.M. Monday through Friday and between 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. on
Saturdays and Sundays.
(3)Except as specified above, other Other powered garden tools (except
gasoline powered leaf blowers and chainsaws) may be utilized between
the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M. any day of the week.
Existing subsections (c) through (g) are redesignated as subsections (d) through (h),
respectively.
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:June 7, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:Crystal Bothelio, City Clerk/Assistant to the City Manager
SUBJECT: Informational Report on Leaf Blowers
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Accept the report and direct staff accordingly.
BACKGROUND:
At the April 19, 2017 City Council Meeting, Vice Mayor Bernald,with the support of Council
Member Miller, requested an informational report on gas-powered leaf blower bans that have
been adopted by other communities, including the impact on enforcement.
Currently, powered garden tools, such as leaf blowers, may not exceed 78 dBA measured at 25
feet from the device. Additionally, use of gas-powered leaf blowers is limited to 8:00 a.m.
through 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Gas-
powered leaf blowers may not be used on Sundays.
Several communities in Santa Clara County have adopted bans on gas-powered leaf blowers.
These communities include Los Altos, Palo Alto, and Los Gatos. Los Altos, the earliest adopter
of a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers in the County, has prohibited gas-powered leaf blowers
since 1991. After the ban was adopted, a group of citizens placed an initiative on the ballot to
repeal the ban. The initiative was rejected with 59 percent of Los Altos voters electing to keep
the ban.
Per Los Altos Municipal Code, gas-powered leaf blowers are defined as any portable equipment
powered by a fuel engine used for blowing or dispersing dirt or leaves. Use of a gas-powered leaf
blower anywhere within the town is considered an infraction. Enforcement of the ban requires
roughly 10 to 15 hours per week of Los Altos Code Compliance staff time. This accounts for
approximately half of the part time Compliance Officer’s time. On weekends, the restriction is
enforced by the Los Altos Police Department. In a 2011 article on the ban, the Police Department
reported a total of 140 leaf blower complaints in 2010. Of these complaints, only 2 percent
resulted in citations. This aligns with information provided by the current Code Compliance
Officer who shared that reported violations typically end by the time Code Compliance or law
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enforcement can respond. In 2015/16, there were 44 citations issued and 176 contacts resulting
from leaf blower complaints.
The Palo Alto ban has been in place in residential zones since 2005. In addition to prohibiting
gas-powered leaf blowers in residential zones, Palo Alto Municipal Code states all leaf blowers
may not exceed 65 dBA in noise when measured at a distance of 50 feet. Use of leaf blowers,
including electric and battery powered blowers in residential districts, are limited to 8:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Leaf blowers must
include a manufacturer’s label indicating that they do not exceed the 65 dBA noise level and
commercial operators must also display a certificate approved by the Chief of Police that
confirms that operator has been trained to use the leaf blower within permissible noise levels.
Violations of Palo Alto leaf blower regulations are considered an infraction. Enforcement was
handled by Palo Alto Police Department for many years. In the first year that the ordinance was
in effect, Palo Alto received 559 complaints and issued 34 citations for use of gas-powered leaf
blowers in residential zones. Until 2010, the Police Department had a full-time staff member
dedicated to enforcement of leaf blower rules. Due to budget cuts, the position was eliminated
and leaf blower complaints were combined with other low priority service calls. Following the
cut, a number of residents voiced frustration with a lack of enforcement based on local news
reports.
In 2016, enforcement was transferred to the Palo Alto Code Enforcement team. During the 2016
calendar year, Palo Alto Code Enforcement processed a total of 849 cases. Of those, 287 or 34%
of complaints were related to violations of leaf blower regulations. In the first quarter of 2017, a
total of 146 complaints were filed. Leaf blower complaints accounted for 72 or 47% of these
complaints. Despite the high number of complaints, very few citations have been issued for leaf
blower violations since enforcement has been transferred to Palo Alto Code Enforcement. Before
citations are issued, a warning letter reminding the property owner of the City’s leaf blower
regulations is sent and Palo Alto staff believe these letters help prevent further violations.
Los Gatos is the most recent Santa Clara County community to implement a ban on gas-powered
leaf blowers. The Town’s ordinance was adopted in 2014 and went into effect on January 1,
2015. Per Los Gatos Municipal Code, gas-powered leaf blowers are prohibited in the Town and
leaf blowers must not exceed 65 decibels measured 50 feet from the blower. Additionally, use of
leaf blowers is limited to 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on
Saturdays. Leaf blowers may not be used on Sundays or on holidays.
As part of the implementation, the Town sent several postcards to all Los Gatos residents. The
first postcard was sent roughly 6 months before the gas-powered leaf blower restrictions went
into effect. Another postcard was sent 2 months prior to implementation of the ordinance.
Violations of the Los Gatos regulations are considered an infraction. Before citations are issued,
the Town sends a warning letter. In 2016, approximately 800 warning letters were issued. When
violations persist, citations are issued to the property owner and leaf blower operator. Los Gatos
has one full time Code Compliance Officer and enforcement of leaf blower regulations accounts
for roughly 70% of this staff member’s work load. While the Town proactively enforces these
regulations, approximately 80% of complaints are leaf blower violations. Consequently, Los
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repeat offenders and use of gas-powered leaf blowers has continued when Code Compliance
staff is off duty and unable to respond to complaints. Some of the repeat offenders have
complained that electric and battery-powered leaf blowers are less powerful and maneuverable
than gas-powered leaf blowers.
A number of other communities within California have also chosen to restrict leaf blowers. Some
of these communities have adopted regulations similar to Palo Alto and Los Gatos, banning gas-
powered leaf blowers and restricting noise levels. Electric or battery-powered leaf blowers are
not universally quieter than gas-powered leaf blowers. Consequently, this approach helps ensure
a reduction in noise.
Alternatively, some communities have limited leaf blower regulations based on noise level. For
example, Sunnyvale, Menlo Park, and Capitola allow gas-powered leaf blowers, but require that
all leaf blowers be no louder than 65 dBA measured at 50 feet from the device. Similarly,
Burlingame also requires blowers maintain a noise level of 65 dBA when measured from 50 feet
away and only allows use of leaf blowers on designated days. Residents may use blowers on
Saturday and Sunday during certain hours as well one designated week day. Commercial
landscaping companies may use leaf blowers on these designated week days, but may not use
leaf blowers on weekends. The City is split into zones, each with a designated week day that leaf
blowers may be used. Another approach to control noise levels used by the City of San Mateo is
to regulate how leaf blowers may be used. San Mateo requires that leaf blowers be operated at a
low speed with a nozzle extension and limits use of one blower per residence at any given time.
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Attorney
PREPARED BY:Richard Taylor, City Attorney
Heather Minner, Deputy City Attorney
SUBJECT:Outdoor Cultivation of Medical Marijuana for Personal Use
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Consider the staff report and public testimony and provide direction to staff.
DISCUSSION:
On June 7, 2017, the City Council approved an ordinance prohibiting all outdoor cultivation of
marijuana. The ordinance also prohibits the establishment of commercial marijuana activity
within the City limits and regulates the indoor cultivation of marijuana for personal use permitted
by State law. In connection with the ordinance the Council directed Staff to prepare a report on
the potential effects of outdoor cultivation of medical marijuana for personal use; this report
fulfills that direction.
Pursuant to State law, the City Council retains discretion to ban or allow outdoor cultivation of
marijuana, including cultivation of medical marijuana for personal use. This report outlines some
of the potential impacts and enforcement issues anticipated if the City were to lift the current
ban.
Outdoor marijuana cultivation, including outdoor cultivation of medical marijuana,presents a
number of risks to public safety, health, and welfare. In fall 2016, Staff contacted Captain Rich
Urena of the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office to discuss his experience with the risks posed
by outdoor marijuana cultivation. According to Captain Urena, outdoor cultivation can lead to an
increased prevalence of burglary and violence, as individuals attempt to steal marijuana plants.
Violent confrontations between homeowners and persons attempting to access outdoor marijuana
plants have been documented in Santa Clara County. Captain Urena also indicated that neighbors
frequently raise concerns about strong odors, chemical use, and pesticides associated with
outdoor marijuana cultivation, particularly around children.Staff confirmed with Captain Robert
Durr in September 2017 that these risks are still present even given the statewide legalization of
recreational marijuana under Proposition 64.
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The Sheriff’s Office indicates that these risks would be present even if the marijuana is
cultivated for medical purposes only. Physician’s recommendations for medical marijuana are
likely to remain readily available, given that medical marijuana can be used to treat common
problems such as chronic pain, migraines, and insomnia. Captain Durr confirmed that these
recommendations are common. Thus, any attempt to limit outdoor cultivation based on
medicinal use may still result in a significant number of outdoor cultivation sites.
The enforceability of a medical-only cultivation ordinance also poses difficulties. Law
enforcement officers would be unable to easily determine if an outdoor cultivation site was for
medical or recreational use. Instead, officers would be required to conduct a check with the
property owner or resident to determine if he or she had a valid, county-issued medical marijuana
identification card or a valid physician’s recommendation. While the City could require advance
registration by persons wishing to engage in the outdoor cultivation of medical marijuana to ease
enforceability, Staff previously recommended against registration systems due to privacy
concerns.
Staff also discussed the enforceability of a medical-only outdoor cultivation ordinance with
Captain Durr. According to him, complaints regarding outdoor marijuana cultivation would
always require a site-visit with a deputy, given the potential for weapons and other safety hazards
that have been encountered inspecting some outdoor cultivation sites. Allowing outdoor
cultivation, even if limited to medical marijuana cultivation for personal use, would likely lead to
an increased demand for law enforcement services.
Finally, Staff also researched whether other jurisdictions, particularly other jurisdictions within
Santa Clara County, have adopted ordinances drawing a distinction between outdoor cultivation
of medical marijuana and outdoor cultivation of recreational marijuana. Many jurisdictions are
still grappling with how to respond to recent changes in State law. However, Staff has not
identified any jurisdiction that has adopted an ordinance in response to Proposition 64 that draws
such a distinction.
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SARATOGA CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE:September 20, 2017
DEPARTMENT:City Manager’s Office
PREPARED BY:Lauren Pettipiece, Administrative Analyst I
SUBJECT:Quarterly Communications Report
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Receive progress report on 2017 spring and summer communications activities and provide
direction on 2017 fall communications efforts, including:
Saratoga Source topics
Topics and hosts for City videos
Online survey methods
Outreach priorities
BACKGROUND:
The City of Saratoga uses a variety of methods to communicate with residents to ensure the
public has access to useful and important information. Staff works to use each public information
tool to its fullest potential to reach a broad audience and further strengthen community
connections and engagement. In August, the City released the first monthly newsletter, the
Saratoga Source, and City’s quarterly Saratogan has been transitioned to an annual publication.
In addition to the newsletter, the City continues to use its website, social media accounts, online
surveys, the City Video Program, and printed marketing materials to share information with the
community. In July, staff implemented a new centralized approach to the City’s communications
where each department coordinates their public outreach efforts in partnership with the City
Manager’s Office. This approach ensures the City takes a holistic, comprehensive look at all
communications to leverage opportunities in a strategic manner with cohesive messaging and
branding.
2017 Spring/Summer Communications Progress Report and Upcoming 2017 Fall
Communications Efforts
The Saratogan
The 2017 spring/summer Saratogan (Attachment A) was published in June and centered on the
theme “In a Green Routine.” This included articles on Silicon Valley Clean Energy, the City’s 72
American Lung Association grade, recycling and composting, and Saratoga’s Tree City USA
designation. Additionally, information was provided on leash laws, summer fire safety tips, a
Quick Tip from Captain Rich, upcoming events, and an Ask Our Staff question about the 2020
by 2020 Challenge featuring Mainini Cabute. Four hundred hard copies were printed and made
available at City Hall and throughout the City. Additionally, the newsletter was distributed
electronically through the website, the City’s social media accounts, and Constant Contact.
Saratoga Source
The first two editions of the Saratoga Source were released in August (Attachment B) and
September (Attachment C). Staff created two separate, fixed templates for the Saratoga Source,
one for Constant Contact and one for print. Each edition of the Saratoga Source includes 2
articles, upcoming events, a Nextdoor Digest, Ask our Staff, and a Quick Tip from the Sheriff’s
Captain. The August and September newsletters included articles on the Prospect Road
Improvements Project, the Village Policy Update, a profile of the new School/Neighborhood
Resource Officer, and the Reach Your Destination Easily senior transportation pilot program.
The newsletter’s other sections provide ample opportunities to cover a variety of topics in
different ways. Staff has received positive feedback about the new format and frequency of the
newsletter.
Constant Contact analytics for the September Saratoga Source are still developing as the
newsletter was recently sent out. The City has seen a decrease in the number of clicks as the
Constant Contact email now includes articles in their entirety, rather than a link to the full
articles, but the City’s open rates are consistently above the industry average of 22.8% The
number of Constant Contact subscribers continues to grow, and the City now has 5,274 total
contacts, up from 5,140 in March.
Constant Contact Analytics
Percentage Statistics
Saratoga Source
September 2017
Saratoga Source
August 2017
Saratogan
Spring/Summer 2017
Saratogan
Winter 2017
Open Rate 43%46%34%40%
Click Rate 6%7%15%14%
Viewed on Desktop 57%47%51%52%
Viewed on Mobile 43%53%49%48%
Email Statistics
Sent 4,424 4,419 4,224 4,150
Opened 1,557 1,651 1,304 1,499
Forwards 0 1 0 0
Bounces 411 432 407 380
Spam Reports 2 1 0 3
Unsubscribes 14 11 12 11
Did Not Open 2,456 2,336 2,513 2,271
Click-Through Statistics
Clicks (Unique Contacts)101 110 196 209
Total Click-Throughs 109 133 205 216
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The City Council transitioned from a quarterly newsletter to a monthly newsletter in order to
increase the frequency of the City’s newsletter communications, and also allow the City’s
communications to remain more timely and relevant. Given what can currently be anticipated,
staff anticipates including the following topics in upcoming monthly newsletters, while still
allowing for discretion and flexibility to adjust these topics as their relevancy and details
develop:
Leaf blower regulations (if adopted)
Residential signage regulations (if adopted)
Marijuana regulations
New City website
America in Bloom awards (if applicable)
Paint the City: Saratoga Utility Box Art Project
In addition to the topics above, additional topics and areas of interest will be included through
the Nextdoor Digest and Ask Our Staff sections of the newsletter.
City Video Program
Two videos have been completed as part of the City’s ten-video agreement with KSAR. Videos
on Saratoga’s Heritage Trees and the Prospect Road Improvements Project are available on the
City’s YouTube and Vimeo channels. Working through the process of creating the first two
videos allowed staff and the videographer to identify the most effective methods and procedures
for producing videos. Videos about the City’s Tree Permits and the 2020 by 2020 Challenge are
in production now and will be released soon. After exploring options for the proposed Planning
Commission video, it was determined that staff will continue working with the Commission over
the next three months to identify their specific communication needs and find the most beneficial
communications format to address those topics.
Staff is proposing the following three Council-hosted videos for October through December and
asks the Council to designate a host for each video as part of their action items:
Paint the City: Saratoga Utility Box Art Project
o The Council host will showcase the first completed public art utility box project,
announce a call for artists, and explain the program’s process and timeline.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
o The Council host will share information about electric vehicle charging stations
throughout the City, including where they can be found and how to use them.
Neighborhood Watch
o The Council host will discuss the benefits of Neighborhood Watch, how to get
started and register a Neighborhood Watch group with the City, and share
information about Neighborhood Watch grants.
Staff also plans to explore opportunities to utilize new and constantly evolving video formats,
including Facebook Live and smartphone videos that require little to no editing. Both of these
video techniques are rising in popularity and provide opportunities for more instantaneous video
production.
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Online Surveys
In April, the City sought input from residents regarding the proposed design concept for the new
City of Saratoga website. This survey received 117 responses that were previously brought
before the Council as part of the website redesign process. The survey results are included as
Attachment D.
In coordination with National Preservation Month in May, the City released a survey questioning
what heritage preservation means to Saratoga residents. The survey was published on Peak
Democracy and received 58 responses from community members sharing how heritage
preservation and resources add value to the community, if they have visited a resource or the
museum, and if they know of any resources that could be added to the heritage resource
inventory list. The results of this survey are included in Attachment E.
Surveys are a great tool to solicit input from the community that will be used to assist the City
Council in making decisions. It has become evident that engagement and participation are higher
when residents feel their response is meaningful and will impact a decision or action, such as the
surveys seeking feedback on the Village and the website design. Surveys that are educational or
informative see much lower participation levels. Peak Democracy provides a format that lends
itself to receiving feedback of a more complex nature, but staff has noticed a decrease of
participation in recent online surveys hosted on this platform, so staff chose to experiment with
alternate surveying methods to test participation levels. Rather than redirecting participants to
Peak Democracy, staff posted simple survey questions on the platforms residents are already
using that have polling features, such as Nextdoor and Twitter. Facebook was not used because
polls can now only be conducted within Facebook groups, rather than on pages like the City’s.
Polls on Community Organizations and Animal Care & Services were shared on both Nextdoor
and Twitter. The Community Organizations poll received 93 responses on Nextdoor and 3
responses on Twitter. Those results have been combined and displayed in Attachment F. The
Animal Care & Services poll received 37 responses on Nextdoor and 2 responses on Twitter.
Those responses have been combined and displayed in Attachment G.
While Twitter is a beneficial communications tool, particularly for engaging with partner
agencies and the media, it did not prove to be a very engaging polling format, so staff has not
continued sharing polls on that platform.
The Smoking Regulations survey is now open on Nextdoor and received over 100 responses in
the first few hours. The final results of this survey will be shared in the next Quarterly
Communications Report. The previously approved 2020 by 2020 survey will be strategically
released in coordination with the upcoming video and announcement of fall planting dates for the
program.
Because of the patterns observed with online surveys, staff believes it would be beneficial to
proceed with a new method of proposing and approving survey topics. Staff recommends that the
City Council approve survey topics on a case-by-case basis when the need for community input
on a City decision arises, rather than proposing educational survey topics at the beginning of
each quarter. As opportunities emerge, the Council can direct staff to conduct surveys. The most
appropriate surveying platform can also be decided in each case. Surveys seeking more complex
feedback can be released on Peak Democracy, while simple polls can be shared on Nextdoor.
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The City continues to utilize social media as a way to reach residents. The number of people who
like the City of Saratoga’s Facebook page continues to steadily increase. There are now 1,465
Facebook followers that “Like” the City of Saratoga, up from 1,405 followers in March 2017.
A profile of the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office new School/Neighborhood Resource Officer
for Saratoga, Deputy Russell Davis, resulted in very high engagement and reach on Facebook.
Over 6,900 people and counting saw the post in their Facebook feed, it was “Liked” or “Loved”
by 128 people and was shared 2 times. It received an additional 179 “Likes” when it was shared
on the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. City staff and the Sheriff’s Office
will continue to work together on a monthly series of profiles on the men and women of the
Sheriff’s Office that work in the Saratoga community.
In addition to communications via Facebook, the City uses Nextdoor to share information with
residents. There are currently 9,225 total users within the City of Saratoga Nextdoor network,
which is comprised of 35 neighborhoods – some of which extend beyond City limits. This
number continues to increase and is up from 8,068 subscribers in March 2017. The percentage of
claimed households within these 35 neighborhoods is now up to 52%
The City also utilizes Twitter to share information with the community. Since staff last reported
to Council in March, the City’s number of followers has increased from 521 to 683. Twitter
continues to be useful platform to share and receive information from our partner organizations
in the community, such as the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office, and to reach the media.
Staff utilizes a content calendar to plan the City’s communications across its various platforms in
advance. The City aims to post 3-4 times per week on its social media channels, including
Facebook, Nextdoor, and Twitter, and works to ensure the City does not become “white noise” to
its audience with an overwhelming amount of posts. The City has been receiving an increasing
number of requests to share information or promote events from community members and
organizations on its social media channels and website. As the number of requests continues to
grow, it has become increasingly difficult to accommodate all outreach requests, even when
increasing the City’s posting frequency to 5-7 times per week. Because of this increased demand,
staff recommends establishing outreach priorities to provide guidance on how to prioritize
outreach requests, resolve any conflicts, and maintain the preferred posting frequency. Staff is
planning to proceed with the following priorities when conflicts occur:
1. City events and programs from departments, City Council, and Commissions
2. Events that receive Community Event Grant Program funding
3. Events and programs from the City’s partner agencies (i.e. Santa Clara County Sheriff’s
Office)
4. Events and programs that do not receive grant funding, but are held in Saratoga by
Saratoga-based organizations
5. Events and programs held in Saratoga by organizations not based in Saratoga
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A – 2017 Spring/Summer Saratogan
Attachment B – August 2017 Saratoga Source
Attachment C – September 2017 Saratoga Source
Attachment D – Website Design Concept Survey Results
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Attachment E – Heritage Preservation Survey Results
Attachment F – Community Organizations Survey Results
Attachment G – Animal Care & Services Survey Results
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SAR ATOGAN
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Saratoga is known for being a naturally green and beautiful community
with its numerous parks and their variety of amenities, many walking
and hiking trails, babbling creeks, and picturesque views. However,
Saratoga’s sense of being green goes beyond its natural beauty.
Over the years, the City has made efforts to ensure Saratoga is an
environmentally-friendly community, including cutting its water use by
reducing the turf at City parks and planting drought tolerant landscaping.
In this issue, you will read about the City’s continued efforts to go
green and sustain Saratoga’s natural environment so it can be enjoyed
by generations to come.
Topics include Saratoga’s Tree City USA designation, Silicon Valley
Clean Energy, recycling and composting, the City’s American Lung
Association grade, and the 2020 by 2020 Challenge.
In a Green Routine
If you would like Sheriff’s Deputies to keep an eye on your home while you’re away, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/stayingsafe to request a vacation patrol.
Keep track of crime in your area. Visit www.crimereports.com
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Quick Tip from
Captain Rich
The Saratogan will now be an annual publication,
and the City is introducing a new monthly e-newsletter.
You can subscribe to it at http://bit.ly/SaratogaNewsletter
Tree City USA
The Arbor Day Foundation
has named Saratoga a
Tree City USA for the 10th year!
This means that the City has
demonstrated a long-term
commitment to caring for and
protecting trees in Saratoga.
Trees are a vital part of our
City’s infrastructure and
provide many environmental,
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A Cleaner, Greener Future for Saratoga
Have you noticed the small, brown 20-gallon and 32-gallon garbage carts on pickup day?
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If you want to save money and help the environment, you can give new life to food scraps and recyclables
through home composting and making the most of the blue recycling cart.
Home composting is an easy way to reduce waste while improving the health of your garden.
Compost bins can turn leftover food, such as fruit or coffee grounds, and yard trimmings into rich soil.
Learn the basics of home composting during a Master Composter workshop on August 23, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
at the Joan Pisani Community Center. Register online at http://bit.ly/composting082317.
As recycling technologies continue to advance, the types of materials that can be recycled and reused
are always growing. Metals, glass, paper, plastic, and even small electronic waste can all go in your
recycling bin. This includes pizza boxes and food containers, which only need a quick rinse before recycling.
For more information, visit http://westvalleyrecycles.com.
Everything Old is New Again
Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) is a new electricity provider in Saratoga and
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provides renewable and 100% carbon-free electricity to its customers.
SVCE purchases clean electricity from the source, then works in partnership with
PG&E. PG&E delivers the electricity over existing power lines, and continues to
maintain the lines and provide customer service. Your bill continues to come from
PG&E, with SVCE generation charges replacing those from PG&E.
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City Council chose to upgrade to SVCE's GreenPrime service, meaning the
electricity usage at all City facilities is now generated from 100% greenhouse gas
free electricity and from 100% renewable energy sources.
SVCE will also power the new Electric Vehicle DC Fast Charge Station at the
Saratoga Library with 100% carbon-free electricity.
A wave of existing PG&E customers were enrolled along with the City in April.
SVCE will begin serving the remaining Saratoga residents and businesses during
the second enrollment phase in July. If you’re included in the second phase, you
will receive two notices in the mail prior to your enrollment and two after.
For more information on SVCE and a list of FAQs, visit www.svcleanenergy.org.
You can also call 1-844-474-SVCE (7823).
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Over the past few years, the City has made consistent efforts to make the air in Saratoga a little cleaner.
These efforts include prohibiting smoking in parks, so residents can breathe easy while enjoying the activities
and amenities at Saratoga's parks or hiking one of the many trails.
Additionally, the City Council has enacted several changes intended to keep children safe from tobacco, such
as restricting density of tobacco retailers near schools and strengthening consequences for selling tobacco to
minors. Most recently, the City Council prohibited smoking in all public dining areas, service areas where people
often wait and gather, 20 feet from entranceways, multifamily housing common areas, and outdoor worksites.
As a result of these efforts, the American Lung Association awarded Saratoga with an A grade in the
2017 State of Tobacco Control Report for California and also recognized Saratoga as a City on the Rise
for improving its grade from an “F” to “A” over the last few years.
Saratoga: A Breath of Fresh Air
Stop, Drop & Prepare to be Fire Safe this Summer
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The Saratogan will now be an annual publication. You can subscribe to receive the City's new monthly
e-newsletter at http://bit.ly/SaratogaNewsletter. To make comments, suggest story ideas, or just ask
a question, contact Lauren Pettipiece at lpettipiece@saratoga.ca.us or 408.868.1275. CITY o f S ARATO
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Q: I recently heard about the City’s 2020 by 2020 Challenge. What is this challenge and how can I get involved?
A: The City of Saratoga has set a goal of planting 2,020 trees by the year 2020 to add to Saratoga’s vibrant tree canopy and make the community greener with each tree.
The City has partnered with Our City Forest to succeed in this challenge. Our City Forest coordinates the tree planting in the community, and the City subsidizes the cost of the tree. Residents can expect to pay $95 to $135 per tree depending on a number of factors.
For more information on the City’s 2020 Trees by 2020 Challenge and how you can participate, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/2020by2020.
If you have planted trees recently or plan on adding trees to your property, report them online at http://conta.cc/2t7sqMc so that they count toward the 2020 by 2020 Challenge!
Mainini Cabute is an Administrative Analyst II in the Public Works Department for the City of Saratoga.
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July 4th Celebration
Tuesday, July 4
9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Kevin Moran Park
www.saratogajuly4.com
Saratoga Classic Car Show
Sunday, July 16
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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People and Pets
Leash laws exist to ensure that your dog, and the
people and other dogs you encounter, remain safe,
happy, and able to comfortably enjoy the beautiful
community.
Dogs are not allowed off-leash in Saratoga.
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The community will soon see transformations begin on Prospect Road. Construction
will start on the Prospect Road Improvements Project in late September and is
expected to take ten to twelve months to complete. This highly-anticipated project
will be celebrated with a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, August 17, at
2:30 p.m. at the Saratoga Prospect Center, 19848 Prospect Road.
This project will improve a 1.9-mile section of Prospect Road between Saratoga-
Sunnyvale Road and Lawrence Expressway. Upgrades include the installation
of bicycle detector loops, green bike lanes, ADA-compliant ramps, a new lighted
crosswalk, medians, and sidewalk. Improvements will be made to existing bus stops,
sidewalk, ramps, medians, and landscaped areas. The roadway pavement will also
be enhanced with micro-surfacing and striping.
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Saratoga Prospect Center
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August 18, 2017
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Master Composting Workshop
August 23, 2017
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Electric Vehicle Fast Charge Station
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fast charge feature in 30 minutes!
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I would like us to get involved at the local community center. What types of programs do you
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explore the outdoors while developing an appreciation of art. Camp Wild Coyotes
is an in-house, City-run camp that is perfect for 8 to 11-year-olds. This exciting
camp has received a lot of positive feedback from campers and parents alike.
Teens can choose from a variety of classes and camps ranging from dance to
computer programming. We also offer adult classes, like Zumba, line dancing,
travel class, cooking class and ballroom. Another excellent program is the Great Getaways Travel
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Name not available (unclaimed) April 26, 2017, 10:00 AM
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It's a boilerplate website template. It lacks any compelling design elements given the rectangular box and
navigation buttons throughout. If the goal was to have a straightforward, plain design, this is it. Just hope we
didn't pay alot for it!
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Mike Ziegel inside City Boundary (registered) April 25, 2017, 10:31 PM
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While I like the how the website is laid out with the various links for "agenda, calendar, recreation, contact us",
etc.. I think the background photo needs to be changed from Hakone Gardens to maybe Blaney Plaza, the Fire
Station, the Library or some other Saratoga landmark. Hakone Gardens is not that well known and really does
not represent a very visible and well-known Saratoga landmark.
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Would there be a section where people could post announcements such as garage sales, or local fund raises?
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I'm not sure the search bar should be so prominent as that feature does not usually work very well within city
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Would like the colors scheme to be more vibrant, maybe a different color green as this green is dull.
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It is very tried and true, it needs something more "2017" and looking forward, visionary, color looks like a
common government site,maybe that is what you want, I donot care for the search/help box on top of the main
photos.
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Looks good! I like the green theme, which is in keeping with Saratoga's image as an environmentally friendly
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This is America not the Orient. Make the Welcome to Saratoga page the Homepage. I know this town is being
taken over by Orientals but we are all Americans and should be proud of it.
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No pizazz. Boring
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While the first page contains a truly lovely photo, I think it does not project the character of Saratoga. Maybe a
photo of the village or the hills instead??
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I'm a bit surprised at this survey -- though appropriate, why didn't you include the context of how Saratoga
residence use the current site, what is their purpose of visiting the site, and what is the pro/cons of the current
site. This information drives design decisions. Design isn't made in a vacuum. As such, its really impossible to
judge the new site and its design. Its not about being "attractive" -- but, functional and attractive. Function is
driven by needs/wants of the community. For example, I found it impossible to get an answer an answer to a
simple question, "what can a resident do if a neighbors dog barks constantly? What are the regulations/code in
the city, and how does a neighbor go about resolving peacefully this issue?" So, in my view of the website,
develop search intelligence that can instantly "go to" answers to search questions. Not a FAQ, but an in-depth
developed search algorithm that allows me to quickly find answers to questions. So, back to my first statement.
What is the purpose and goal of the City in providing a website? What does the community want?
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I realize these are just examples but to be sure 1. Hakone Gardens is not the image of Saratoga 2. Home
page is much too long 3. The search engine needs much improvement if it is to be highlighted on each page
4. Highlighting latest news on every interior page? Do we have that much...4. White space is good 5. Color will
depend on picture selection- with these pictures the color scheme appears dark-but I do like the green. At the
end of the day - finding what I need will be the litmus test - perhaps a survey on navigation is next? Thanks for
listening
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Is the top banner a picture of Wildwood Park or Hakone Gardens?
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The layout looks clean and elegant. Great job!
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I hope information will be as easily accessible as the Social Media links. As newsletter editor for my HOA I am a
regular visitor to this website to look at news updates, events, and The Saratogan.
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Japanese garden as backdrop looks too Asian, and doesn't properly represent Saratoga in general.
Layout seems top heavy and narrow at bottom.
Green color theme is OK, but doesn't feel lively.
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I would like to see the "Welcome to Historic Saratoga Village" Sign, or "Flag & Memorial Arch" for the Web
Page Picture instead of a picture of the Gate at Hakone Gardens. Either of the above mentioned pictures of
Saratoga would be more welcoming than a picture of a closed gate.
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I like the way photos are used to gain access to data. I fear photos will be a calendar of glossy events which
require more frequent updating than how to communicate with folks who deli services to residents. Please
make easy to email and/or phone a person regarding basic city business (i.e. street litter, traffic, park use, youth
sports organizations recreation).
Please provide ability to enlarge the font.
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Bruce Sawyer inside City Boundary (registered) April 24, 2017, 10:49 PM
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I don't like the placement of the search box on the home page. Instead of being centered on the photo, it
should be placed higher and to the right. It will probably need a heavy border in order to make it contrast with
its surroundings. I think it might look better on both the home page and on the interior pages if it were placed
on the green bar at the top. I think it could be made to fit, but would have to experiment with it to see if it makes
that bar look too "busy". But whatever the final placement, I think the search box is intrusive where it is
currently placed.
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Name not available (unclaimed) April 24, 2017, 10:42 PM
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Overall looks ok. I somehow find the top photo with closed door not very inviting. The welcome paragraph is
good, exactly why I chose to live in this city.
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Name not available (unclaimed) April 24, 2017, 10:06 PM
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More generic better examples to look at
More options and trees
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Please just keep it simple -- don't make it hard to find basic things, like upcoming events, building codes,
Saratoga history, etc. I'm never sure if these web redesigns are really necessary. What was wrong with the old
site? What was not working? That would be the better survey to send out. Please worry about usability and not
color scheme.
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (unverified) April 24, 2017, 9:40 PM
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Have a lighter green band and more brown for overall appearance
Provide more links to commissions and agendas
Have Municipal Code as a drop down menu under Government
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Keep the website simple - there is too much noise. Nothing catches attention
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I hate the photo of the gate at Hakone. I don't think it represents Saratoga well. How about a photo of the hills,
an orchard, the parks, Redwood trees, something else. The closed gate also feels unwelcoming. If you have to
have the brown gate, maybe have it open?
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The survey should have more than just 3 choices. Hakone Gardens should not have the star billing. (as much
as I love the gardens) There should be a main photo that is more representative, like Blaney Plaza, or the
picture of the orchard taken at the Library. Our lovely firehouse would be nice as a part of the picture. Historical
pictures would be wonderful, too. I didn't see a link to a history page, but that is needed. Saratoga has such a
wonderful diverse history, and there are so many wonderful old pictures that could be used. There should also
be a link to all the special venues and buildings
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Razi Mohiuddin inside City Boundary (registered) April 24, 2017, 8:26 PM
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- Home Page: I believe there is tremendous amount of space wasted above the fold, and the Search box in the
middle takes away from the beautiful image anyway. Instead it would be better to show a smaller portion of the
image (like the interior page), and bring up the other elements of the home page above the fold so users do not
have to scroll too much to see the most critical information. Alternatively, the "Welcome to Saratoga" image and
text, near the bottom, is actually a good header to be at the top of the page, followed by the News &
Announcements, etc. Ideally most of the important information should be available on the site without the users
having to scroll.
- Interior Page: I think the interior page content should use the width of the browser to take advantage of all of
the space. Generally if the header / footer spans the width of the browser (like in this example), so should the
contents of the page.
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Name not shown outside City Boundary (registered) April 24, 2017, 8:23 PM
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Richard Karasik inside City Boundary (registered) April 24, 2017, 8:15 PM
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WEll just a couple 1 what are you trying to fix compared with the old web site? 2 It doesnt look like its any
easier to navigate this new one than it is the old one - ie reaching safety tips etc looks to be about as many
clicks away and under an unusual a main topic as it is now. This really appears insular - and doesn't reflect the
fact we are amidst other communities - ie would it kill us to have links to surrounding communities
somewhere?. Who decides what is news and how often is it changed- vs what are simple announcements that
should recur, vs what goes in the other places on the page I think you are too focused on form and not
content at this point. Where is the ;link to useful information, schools, meeting halls, libraries etc.
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Overall, nice improvements - the images are great!
The font on the news lead and on the interior pages looks quite small. Hopefully that's just because the pages
have been shrunk down for the survey, but a larger font might be easier for many users, particularly seniors.
Re the color, there's a lot of green on this web site. For people with red-green color blindness, it might appear
as a drab color (see the examples on Visicheck: http://www.vischeck.com/examples/ ), so some accessibility
testing might be in order.
The bread crumb navigation ("You are here: Home > etc) is useful, but the font size is small, which might make
it easy for people to miss seeing that line. It would nice to also have a "Home" option in the top nav bar to help
people quickly get back to the top of the site once they've navigated to the home page.
It looks like the search option is only on the top level page. Adding a search link or box from the navigation so it
consistently appears throughout the site might be helpful. That way, if someone can't find what they want after
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browsing down, they can easily search the site from wherever they are. Thanks for the chance to comment -
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The white window that says, "I am looking for..." which appears in the middle of the home page, is out of place.
As is the rust colored magnifying glass next to it. Placing them in the middle of the picture is an unappealing
distraction. If you need this window, it can be placed on the bottom along with minutes, calendar, recreation,
contact us, permits, and another box that says "more" or "search".
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Clean and simple, nice design. I'd like to see an events section.
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) April 24, 2017, 7:33 PM
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I do not like the main picture of the closed gate and high wall. Looks forbidding. Picture of Veterans Memorial
would be much nicer.
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Since the City of Saratoga is about 1/3 over the age of 60, I think there should be a link to the Senior Center at
the bottom of the Contact Us page. I also like the thought of having the home page picture change out monthly
or quarterly. Saratoga has an incredible amount of cultural and geographical diversity. Highlighting that would
be very engaging and representative of the character of the City. Thank you for all your efforts!
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I don't want to search around the page for links. Put them all on the top. Use more space for links and content
and less for images. For lower resolution devices you have to scroll to far to find what you want. The current
website is far easier to navigate.
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My biggest complaint about the previous site was that the drill down path to get to very conviluted and not at all
clear. The multiple paths to reach a page led to double or more the content which just made it more difficult to
get to the topic of interest. This new set up looks like it has the potential to be much better but depends on how
carefully the path to each page is thought through and executed.
I don't believe the home page should start with Hakone. While Hakone is a wonderfull resource and part of our
community I don't think it is the focal point. this would be fine once inside the web site but just not the home
page. I think a nice shot looking through the village or of the surrounding hills is more general and better.
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I care more about what it looks like on a mobile device, rather than on a desktop browser. I think it's important
to realize that many users today may be searching for and looking for resources using their smartphone.
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I'm more interested in content than design, so I guess my comments are that this is too "contentless" for me to
really have an opinion. I would like to see making the existing site easier to navigate and find things on. This
design is nice, but I have no problem with the existing design and don't know that it needs changing except to
improve one's ability to find what one is looking for.
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Concept is good. One detail is that in my opinion the Search icon should be available on every page, including
the Home page.
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The homepage should feature pictures of the village not hakone gardens.
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When I use the site I'm trying to find out who to contact for street sweeping issues or code enforcement or
permits. I'm not expecting/looking for a news publication. The current site is not easy to navigate to such
information either.
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Do not like the photo used for top banner hopefully it is not the actual image being used. shud be more like the
bottom photo used of main st Saratoga but with less road shown & more mountains & without cars or store
names. also prefer the term village not small town. post meeting agenda & notes as web pages so don't have
to download docs. download forms shud be PDF fillable
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It seems a bit simplistic, especially here in Silicon Valley-a canned package with our name and a few pictures
dropped in. But if it lets people find what they want--that is the essence of its purpose. I first checked no opinion
on the color scheme, but realized in fact I did not particularly like the excessive green. with only 3 choices, I
moved to dislike, but not a strong feeling.
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If possible, add a scrolling bar at the top that shows upcoming events, in case of emergency - this space can be
used for alerts.
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I think the Hakone photo is lovely and I think it should be shown--- but not constantly as representative of
Saratoga --not a permanent lead in to the site. I would like to see a different photo there each month---
Hakone--- then next month ??? a park, a playground, a school, the arch downtown -- a shot of downtown --
one of the festivals -- the fire department -- in other words -- a featured photo of the month. Otherwise it does
not show the diversity we have here.
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As someone who currently comes to the City website more than once a month, on average: I value the ability to
find what I need. I don't expect it to be on the homepage directly. What I value is being able to guess from the
wording of the tabs and links where the service/info/form I am looking for that day can be found. If I can get
there in one or two clicks off the homepage, I'm happy. I don't come to the website to be surprised or amused
by "what is up" and therefore don't value "headline stories" and pictures. I value clear menus and/or a search
link that works well within the site. I expect there will be some headlines, and from time to time I will drill down
to read more, but that shouldn't dominate the home page.
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The design of the site does not reflect the beauty of Saratoga's surroundings. Too much white space and
horizontal banners. Overall just didn't appeal the me.
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Too dark - if you are trying to use the city logo on Village Plan update - it gets lost in the green. Hakone
Gardens are great but why not Montalvo, or other landmarks of the city?
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The image of the Hakone Gate is not a very appropriate front page introduction to Saratoga. It is a small part of
Saratoga and not representative of our overall community / city.
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It feels like web page is too crowded with lot of pictures. You could have one slide show of all the picture that
way picture can be big rather than too many small ones.
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Maybe this is already the plan, but it would be great if the "News & Announcements" is from the Saratoga
Newspaper(?), or not sure what "news" will be in there. Also, can't tell from this sample screens, but will/can
the fonts be bigger? (at least for the headlines - I'm looking on a 23" screen monitor and they are pretty tiny!)
Maybe put the search bar near the top or bottom of the main photo, not smack-dab in the middle, especially if
it's a beautiful photo.
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I think the location of the search bar takes away from the main picture. I'd place it over the top of the green
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I would be a lot better if you use a photo of Villa Montalvo instead.
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Why have two menus, one above the photo and one below? Which menu should I read? The photo on the
home page seems way too large. The box layout area for news and spotlight seems sparse. Is this for residents,
businesses, or tourists? The inner page layout seems ok to me.
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Seems quite nice
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I think there should be pictures of notable Saratoga places in the header. Perhaps these could rotate in a
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Don't recognize the center photo on the top page - is it Hakone, or?? Also, the font size is way too small - hope
that will be bigger. Thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback.
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There are ways to create "heat maps" of your current website's most active pages and those most active pages
should be the ones that are most quickly and simply reached from the "home" page. It is not clear from this
sample that the analysis has been done but it is much more critical than the overall appearance of the site.
Second, and it cannot be determined from this sample either, will the website be fully responsive, including to
multiple mobile platforms - iPhone, iPad, Android phone and tablets, etc. as well as for a desktop system.
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I'd like to see more focus on our natural beauty; also showing that we're a unique community, not just another
bedroom town near San Jose.
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It is not apparent where the subheads such as Government, Residents take you and what is there when you
arrive, so it is hard to decide if I like the overall layout. This is a very high level look/see!
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190
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is the front page always going to be Hakone or is their a rotation?
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This is such a sad looking website. There is no theme, there are 10 different fonts, Its completely green, fonts
are small.
Please call me or email me - I can help you design a better one. My interns better websites during a weekend.
The internal website is pathetic looking. Sorry NOT my website :)
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The current web site works well for contacting city staff in the various departments. I hope you keep the same
format for contacting specific city departments.
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Do not like the home page design. Looks like one is visiting Japan, not Saratoga, CA!
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It seems dull, colorless and a bit lifeless. Where are the flowers that are contained in Hakone Gardens or the
Saratoga Heritage Orchard?
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Karen Burley inside City Boundary (registered) April 23, 2017, 6:25 PM
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At first I was confused by the image of Hakone Gardens as the first image I saw, since that is not immediately
recognizable as "Saratoga."
I do not like the green color scheme. Perhaps utilize the red geranium?
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Color Looks too brown and dull. Menus and sub navigation links seem to give detailed information.
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I am unsure why we need a new website. In any case, this one does not convey Saratoga to me. I like the
pictures we already have on our front page. The other thing that is important to me, since I am one of the many
baby-boomers in this community, PLEASE make the print large enough to read, and please make it in black
type. Please.
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The key to any web site is to make it appear fresh which means constant updates otherwise the only visitors will
be foreign. Key is to get it to be a place residents can go to check on the next month of activities.
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Too wordy
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Hard to tell since we can't navigate details yet. Looks like a good start. You have room to expand to more as
needed. Be sure to have a link to the Saratoga Chamber of Commerce!
Green is a peaceful color. Good choice.
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vivek correia inside City Boundary (registered) April 21, 2017, 1:36 PM
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very nice. simple and clean. Not no much fluff. the overall design looks current and not dated. would be nice to
See the Image on the front page ( Hakone gardens) change with the seasons and or change images to other
beautiful areas f the city every time you visit the page. Kind of like a Picture tour of the city through its home
page. Doing this will help give the feeling of always something new going on, versus the "same old page"
everytime you log onto the site.
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Dave Scott inside City Boundary (registered) April 21, 2017, 12:55 PM
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without seeing the hyperlinks, it's hard to know how it will act. but the overall "front doors" look good
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The content area on the Interior page is too narrow. If the main graphic and header bar can be the full width,
the content area should be able to be wider.
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Make it easy to find the building / planning department info!
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Paul Lovoi inside City Boundary (registered) April 21, 2017, 12:11 PM
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Adding in the pictures below the main photo quickly makes the site seem defuse and "where do I go from
here?" I would suggest that you focus on laying out the places that people need to go on the site within the first
page using both a hierarchical structure (like in the lower banner) without so many pictures and using graphics.
Let the pictures flow when you get to the next tier within the site.
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How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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% Count
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and
cultural heritage
87.9% 51
Maintain community character and
identity
89.7% 52
Foster local pride 67.2% 39
Promote tourism 43.1% 25
Add economic benefits 32.8% 19
Other 15.5% 9
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
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% Count
Yes 89.7% 52
No 10.3% 6
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
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Yes 67.2% 39
No 32.8% 19
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How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
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in Saratoga?
Yes
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Yes
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We have some wonderful and historic stained glass in some of our Saratoga churches, like St. Andrews, Prince
of Peace, Saratoga Federated, etc. A tour of their windows would be fun. Keeping our Open Spaces is
important to me.
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
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in Saratoga?
Yes
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Yes
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The old Drinker property at 14711 Fruitvale Avenue;
Novakovich Orchards at 14251 Fruitvale Ave;
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Maintain community character and identity
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 26, 2017, 9:32 AM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 25, 2017, 5:43 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 25, 2017, 4:36 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 25, 2017, 12:39 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
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Little house on the corner of 6th St. & Big Basin!!! Save this house!!! It seems neglected over the last few
years!!!
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 25, 2017, 11:52 AM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Other - Adds a strong placemaking component
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
No
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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Possibly, but there's strong concern about what that would mean for potential resale value.
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 25, 2017, 8:32 AM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Other - To preserve the nation’s heritage for future generations.
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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I do not have a resource on my property, but if I did, I would be interested and proud to place it on the inventory.
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 25, 2017, 7:46 AM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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No response
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Sean Halasz Halasz inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 8:21 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 8:17 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 5:46 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Promote tourism
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
No
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 4:25 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 4:00 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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I am not aware of any property with historic value and have none on my property.
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 3:28 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 2:32 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 2:26 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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No response
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 1:35 PM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 1:24 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Maintain community character and identity
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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No response
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 1:05 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 12:36 PM
How do historic preservation and heritage resources add value to the community? (Select all that
apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 12:35 PM
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apply)
Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 12:29 PM
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Other - I don't think it does add value.
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in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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If I had one I wouldn't tell you. It would mean you would take control of it and it wouldn't be mine any more.
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 12:25 PM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 12:24 PM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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No response
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Patricia Hendriks inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 12:15 PM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
No
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
No response
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 24, 2017, 12:00 PM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Add economic benefits
Other - Love the village just the way it is, with its character quaintness and rural openness
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in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
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Our block just went through their 60 year anniversary, and our homes have a special historical value. Montpere
Way
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 11:57 AM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Promote tourism
Add economic benefits
Other - have area pleasant for locals! Up to date posted guide (computerized?)
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in Saratoga?
Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
Yes
If you have a resource on your property or know of one you would be interested in adding to the
heritage resource inventory list, please tell us about it below:
n/a
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 11:48 AM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
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Foster local pride
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Yes
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Yes
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 24, 2017, 11:46 AM
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Maintain community character and identity
Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
Yes
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Yes
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 8, 2017, 3:42 PM
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Maintain community character and identity
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in Saratoga?
No
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No
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 5, 2017, 9:45 PM
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Celebrate Saratoga’s history and cultural heritage
Foster local pride
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in Saratoga?
Yes
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Yes
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 2, 2017, 8:15 AM
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in Saratoga?
Yes
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Yes
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Larry Fine inside City Boundary (registered) June 1, 2017, 3:50 PM
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Yes
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I hope my last was sent, I do not know. I was a city Heritage commissioner for ten years my wife and I own a
home est to be 170 years old, we have lived here for 45 years and worked to restore the home. I was a
committee of one working for over two years to have Saratoga Ave declared a Heritage lane. The Heritage of
Saratoga is very important to us. We are also CA natives living here our entire lives.
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 1, 2017, 11:55 AM
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in Saratoga?
Yes
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Yes
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Ming Lei inside City Boundary (registered) June 1, 2017, 11:04 AM
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Yes
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No
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there are a lot of houses from old age may have distinct architecture style which may need protection as well. I
dont know if city has this kind of energy and funding to ask expert do a city wide survey(alternative ask people
to suggest at their neighborhood).
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John Page inside City Boundary (registered) June 1, 2017, 10:36 AM
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Yes
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Yes
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Name not shown inside City Boundary (registered) June 1, 2017, 8:41 AM
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Yes
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Warren Heid's office on Big Basin Way. It's a travesty to watch it crumble. The owners should be ashamed, but
I assume this is intentional, so they can claim it it unrepairable, demolish it and build what they choose. This
building has character and adds to the charm of Saratoga. I hope something can be done to preserve it.
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Name not available (unclaimed) June 1, 2017, 6:56 AM
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Yes
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Karen Burley inside City Boundary (registered) May 31, 2017, 10:35 PM
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Other - Give a gift to future generations
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in Saratoga?
Yes
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Heinrich Hunziker inside City Boundary (registered) May 31, 2017, 9:21 PM
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Other - Give present residents a sense of continuity and perspective
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Our home was completed in 1913 by the architect Charles W. Dickey, originally from Maui, known for projects
such as the Claremont Hotel and the Kahn Department Store (recently renovated) in Oakland. A garden plan
was made by the firm of McRorie and McLaren who did Montalvo at that time. This plan was not fully executed
until we did. The house was built by the Rev. Bazata, who changed from churchman to orchardist, and was
called Springdale Farms after a spring on the property that today nobody uses. His wife was a Bailey from the
Wailuku plantation on Maui. Then came the family of John Breeden, who was an active promoter and
participant of the Saratoga theater group. His wife was also from Hawaii, a sister of Dr. Kilborne who practiced
in Los Gatos. After WW2, the beloved veterinarian Dr. Case and his wife, Lois, lived here. Lois, also from
Hawaii, had a Hawaiian boutique on the property. When the Case's only son died, they sold out to a developer
who subdivided Springdale Farms. We bought the old house with 3 acres in 1974 from its 4th owners.
Fortunately we found contact with all four families who lived here over the span of more than 100 years.
Knowing the history gives us a sense of place and human destiny.
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Name not available (unclaimed) May 31, 2017, 9:09 PM
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Name not available (unclaimed) May 31, 2017, 9:05 PM
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Other - Foster repurposing heritage structures rather than losing to development
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Maintain community character and identity
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
in Saratoga?
No
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Yes
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Foster local pride
Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
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Yes
Have you visited the Saratoga Historical Foundation Museum located in the Village?
No
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Name not available (unclaimed) May 31, 2017, 7:51 PM
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Add economic benefits
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Yes
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Yes
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Name not available (unclaimed) May 31, 2017, 7:13 PM
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Yes
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Yes
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Gail Hugger (unverified) May 31, 2017, 7:07 PM
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Yes
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Yes
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Dave Scott inside City Boundary (registered) May 31, 2017, 6:45 PM
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Yes
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No
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Name not available (unclaimed) May 31, 2017, 6:25 PM
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Other - Also makes the village look shabby. The historic places should be restored not just left to rot
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Have you visited a heritage resource (historic landmark, heritage tree, heritage lane, or historic district)
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No
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Yes
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Yes
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My Saratoga home was built in 1911.
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A 26%B 18%C 46%D 10%Community OrganizationsA) I volunteer my time with a community organization(s) or am interested in doing so B) I have attended events hosted by a community organization(s) C) Both A and B D) None of the aboveSaratoga is home to many engaged and involved residents with community-minded spirits. The City would like to hear about your experience with community organizations in Saratoga. Please take a moment to participate in the following poll:272
A 36%B 10%C 5%D 8%E 13%F 28%Animal Care & ServicesA) Licensed your pet B) Contacted them for a lost/found petC) Adopted an animal D) More than one of the above E) Other F) NoneHappy National Dog Day! Did you know that the City of Saratoga contracts with San Jose Animal Care & Services to provide animal licensing, control, and services? Please take a moment to tell us about your experience with Animal Care & Services in Saratoga:273