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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Community Issues Focus Group

Residents are welcome to attend a roundtable discussion about water-related issues.
07/24/2024

Ready...Set...Run for Monte Sereno City Council

The nomination period opens Monday, July 15, 2024 for potential candidates.
07/12/2024

Auto Washing

Soapy streets flow to creeks.
07/10/2024

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