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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Spring Issue of the Peaceful Mountain Monitor Newsletter

Enjoy the latest edition of the Peaceful Mountain Monitor Newsletter.
04/02/2024

Proposed Water Rate Increases

Every three years, San Jose Water is required by law to file a General Rate Case (GRC) application to adjust water rates.
03/28/2024

Keep Our City Pretty

The Monte Sereno Youth Commission, with support of Monte Sereno City Staff, is launching a litter removal program for the City of Monte Sereno called Keep Our City Pretty. This program will begin during Earth Week 2024 (April 21-April 27).
03/20/2024

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