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Like many Silicon Valley towns, Los Altos was once a stop along the Southern Pacific Railroad. Now this bucolic burg is bypassed by Interstate 280, which offers residents a scenic commute to jobs in Silicon Valley and San Francisco. For those lucky enough to work at home (or not work at all), the city’s seven square miles are replete with parks, recreational amenities, and seven shopping districts. Incorporated in 1952, Los Altos is a general law city with a city manager who is appointed by the City Council and is responsible for city's 130 employees. In addition, some 200 residents volunteer their time, including service on appointed commissions and committees.

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City Council

Council meetings take place the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7 p.m. Meetings can be viewed on Comcast Channel 26 or live-streamed from the city website.

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Planning Commission

The Los Altos Planning Commission meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m.

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Los Altos Police Leads Multi-Agency Traffic Safety Event

Los Altos, Calif. November 20, 2024 On Tuesday, November 19, the Los Altos Police Department led a coordinated Group Enforcement event in Los Altos to improve traffic safety and reduce collisions.
11/21/2024

Los Altos City Council Approves Ordinance to Transition to District-Based Elections Starting in 2026

Los Altos, Calif. November 16, 2024 The Los Altos City Council unanimously voted Tuesday night (Nov. 12) to approve an ordinance moving Los Altos to a district-based system for electing City Council members. This ordinance establishes the boundaries for five new districts, sets the election schedule beginning in November 2026, and outlines residency requirements for potential candidates. The first district-based …
11/16/2024

Los Altos High School Threat Deemed a Hoax

Los Altos, Calif. November 12, 2024 Today, at approximately 11:37 AM, the Los Altos Police Department responded to a report of a possible threat against Los Altos High School. Following a thorough investigation, officers determined the threat to be a hoax. Late this morning, school administrators received notification that an individual had made a threat against the high school through …
11/13/2024

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11/05/2024
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10/24/2024
A look at the Los Altos City Council approved map for district elections.

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10/22/2024
The Los Altos Town Crier Q&A with the candidates running for the three open seats on the Los Altos City Council in the November election.

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10/08/2024
An introduction to the candidates running for seats on the Los Altos City Council in the November election.

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09/25/2024
In their September 24 meeting, the Los Altos City Council continued deliberations on maps outlining five voting districts for future elections.
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