How serene is life in tiny Monte Sereno? Pretty quiet, given that the city has no commercial zones and its fewer than 3,500 residents live almost entirely in single-family housing (median home value: $2 million). It shares a ZIP code with Los Gatos, and also contracts with its neighbor for some municipal services.

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City Council

Monte Sereno’s five-member elected city council collaborates with an appointed local government administrator, the city manager, who oversees the city’s day-to-day administrative operations. Twice-monthly council meetings are open to the public and streamed live.

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Site and Architectural Commission

TheSite and Architectural Commission reviews and regulates structures and sites to ensure that they comply with Monte Sereno’s Municipal Code and Residential Design Guidelines. The commission meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m.

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05/08/2024

Youth Commission Recruitment Notice

Notice is hereby given that the City of Monte Sereno is accepting applications from residents wishing to serve on the Citys Youth Commission.
05/03/2024

Ice Cream Social

The Monte Sereno Youth Commissioners invite you to join them at their upcoming Ice Cream Social.
05/03/2024

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