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.
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.
The Planning Commission meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month at 6 PM. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers (1 North San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA 94022), unless otherwise noted.
Recent AnnouncementsLos Altos Seeks Community Input on Main Library Renovation Project
Los Altos, Calif. March 1, 2025 The City of Los Altos invites the community to participate in a series of upcoming meetings to discuss proposed renovations to the Los Altos Main Library. The project team will present the project background, goals, and timeline and welcome feedback on the proposed improvements and criteria for success. The Los Altos Main Library renovation …City of Los Altos Announces Self-Serve Compost Station Availability for 2025
Los Altos, Calif. February 22, 2024 The City of Los Altos is excited to announce the compost program's availability for 2025. The self-serve compost station will return for three weeks: Wednesday, April 9 - Friday, April 18 Wednesday, June 4 - Friday, June 13 Wednesday, September 10 - Friday, September 19 During these allotted times, it will be open 24/7 …City of Los Altos Launches City Permit-Ready ADU Program
Los Altos, Calif. February 15, 2025 The City of Los Altos is rolling out its City Permit-Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program, a streamlined solution designed to make it easier for property owners to add affordable housing units.
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