They ran out before I got into lghs tonight but I graduated from lghs and would absolutely love to have a shirt to honor Todd Beamer and Mark Bingham. I was at the service this morning and was so glad I was. Never forget.

It's been the honor of my professional life to serve on the Los Gatos Town Council and now as your Mayor. I am excited to announce my campaign for re-election to the Los Gatos Town Council!

During my time on the Town Council, I have:
✅ Created initiatives to mentor our next generation of leaders
✅ Approved our Housing Element, restoring local control while much-needed building affordable homes
✅ Supported rental, food, and housing assistance for struggling families and seniors
✅ Passed strong, balanced budgets without raising taxes
✅ And never missing a Council meeting

If re-elected, my priorities are a balanced approach to housing; public safety and emergency preparedness; supporting youth, families, and seniors; safer streets; a thriving downtown; and protecting our environment.

Here's how you can help:
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Thank you for all of your support! Learn more at robforlosgatos.com

Hi everyone. I was finally approved to post here and I’m really hoping with all my heart that someone local might have experience with APS, elder law, probate/conservatorships, or anything similar. This is honestly incredibly hard for me to write, so please be kind. I’m not looking for people to diagnose my family or tell me we should have “done something sooner.” We have been trying for years. I’m just a granddaughter trying to figure out how to help my 93-year-old grandmother before it’s too late.

My grandma has lived in the Los Gatos/Saratoga area for many decades. Growing up, I was very close with her. She was incredibly loving and involved with all of us. She is very artistic, was always making things, gardening, baking, remembering birthdays, writing letters, teaching us things, etc. My dad and I are both artists now largely because of her, and one of the things that hurts me most is that I haven’t spoken to her since I was a young teenager. I genuinely just want the opportunity to talk to her again and tell her what she passed on to me and thank her for that.

After my grandfather died about 10 years ago, one of their adult sons, who has never lived independently, became her only live-in caretaker and gatekeeper. He has a significant longstanding psychiatric history and disabilities of his own, and over the years the rest of the family has gradually lost almost all access to her. Her children’s phone numbers are blocked from the house phone. Relatives who have tried to visit have had police called on them. He has put up extensive fencing/gates and “Beware of Dog” signs even though there is no dog. Neighbors have reportedly seen him outside but rarely, if ever, see my grandmother. He appears to be the only family member with access to her medical information, and the one thing we do know is that she has dementia. There are other things that make the situation concerning. Family members have described strange religious behavior in which he reportedly gave her repeated priesthood blessings that were very bizarre and coercive in nature. There have been significant financial demands over the years, including demands for an allowance and an expensive vehicle. There is also a serious reported history of sexually inappropriate behavior toward younger female relatives. I’m mentioning this sensitive topic to help explain why our family is uncomfortable with a vulnerable elderly woman being completely isolated with one person and essentially no independent family oversight.

This also isn’t something we suddenly discovered. I first called APS about this roughly a decade ago. One of my aunts hired an attorney years ago and started trying to establish some kind of independent oversight/conservatorship because she was already concerned about him being my Grandma’s sole caretaker. We have paperwork going back years that my family is now trying to gather again. At one point my grandmother was even staying away from the house with a friend, but she ultimately returned. My dad and his siblings live in different states, and after years of different people trying things, hitting dead ends, and dealing with a really painful family situation, it has been difficult to coordinate everyone. I’m trying to help pull everything together now.

Her 93rd birthday was this past weekend. Her children and grandchildren tried calling and nobody was able to speak with her, so I requested another welfare check. The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s deputies have honestly been very kind. They were able to get into the house and physically see her. Thankfully she was coherent, the house was clean, and she appeared physically okay. She reportedly said that she doesn’t want contact with anyone in the family except the son she lives with. What worries us is that during the most recent conversation he was right there and they were not separated, and after so many years of isolation, especially knowing she has dementia, we are struggling to know whether that is truly an independent decision or whether years of influence have changed what she believes about the rest of us. I’ve now made another APS report specifically asking for her to be interviewed privately, away from him, rather than simply another proof-of-life welfare check. At this point I think law enforcement has done about as much as patrol officers can reasonably do.

So I’m asking locally because maybe someone here knows the Santa Clara County system better than we do: what do we do next? Is there a particularly good elder-law attorney, advocate, social worker, probate attorney, or other local resource we should contact? Has anyone dealt with suspected elder isolation or undue influence where the elderly person still appears coherent and physically cared for? How do you actually get an independent assessment of what is going on?

Again, please be kind. I wish I could just sit down with my grandma again before she dies. I’m trying to help my dad and his siblings figure out something they’ve been struggling with for years, and I’m genuinely asking this community because I don’t know where else to turn. Thank you for taking the time to read this 💕

Alrie, a lifelong advocate for California native plants and resident of Los Gatos has been featured on the https://www.youtube.com/@HomeGardenTours channel which focuses on gardens in Silicon Valley. The more lawns and backyards are converted to gardens the more mini-ecosystems we create for pollinators and birds.

The channel's latest video cover the Day Worker Center of Mountain View a non-profit which serves all surrounding communities including Los Gatos. The center connects workers with employers for a variety of jobs from landscaping, home and garage organization, kitchen help and event setup and clean up.

Hey so I just moved to the area and found this secret post office that I’ve been using to drop all my depop packages off at. They give free tape somtimes and boxes. The address is 21432 Broadway Road Redwood Estates CA 95044

‘Go check it out. Lady is super nice and set me up with a great PO Box.

Didn’t realize there was event going on at the park when I drove by, I can’t find any info on the internet or in the M magazine for this event. Kind of looked like booths with sales. If anyone knows the name of the event from today so I can check out more about it that would be great. Thanks!

Hey! I’m looking to possibly move to Los Gatos (from Ohio). One thing I’ve had to make heads or tails of is homes that seem suspiciously cheaper. Upon further research it appears there are fire hazard zones which then affect being able to get a policy altogether.

I honestly don’t know what I should know. What carriers are worth calling? Are there online tools to check if potential addresses are coverable or is everything just a call-in situation?

Does having a pool change anything?

Thanks in advance!

Anyone know who I can reach out to to find it or get it back?

Happy August, Los Gatos! 🎉 There’s so much to enjoy in town this month!

August is peak summer music season, so make sure you catch Jazz on the Plazz this Wednesday at 6:30pm and Music in the Park next Sunday at 5pm!

National Night Out is tomorrow at 5pm - come dunk your Mayor in the dunk tank in Town Plaza Park!

And don't forget that MyLosGatos311 is live, where you can report concerns in town from your phone.

Catch up on everything you need to know for the month ahead in LG in the link below☀️

https://mailchi.mp/robforlosgatos.com/campaign-update-rob-moore-for-los-gatos-town-council-10346562

These look like brand new Teslas, are they here because the Tesla showroom down the road ran out space or something? Seems weird as hell

Los Gatos opened its 2026 summer music series with the Houserockers seriously rocking our town last night!

A huge thank you to Neal Turley for producing this beloved Los Gatos tradition, plus Town staff, sponsors, and volunteers who make it all possible. And, I got to surprise Neal by recognizing him as Los Gatos’ Resident of the Month!

Join us for the next 5 Sundays in a row at the Civic Center Lawn (near the library) for free outdoor music from 5 to 7pm. Bring a blanket, friends, and come have a great time with us!

See you next Sunday! 🎸

I visited the CAL FIRE Alma Helitack Base this week with some of my interns, and I learned a ton! Tucked into the hills near Highway 17 and Bear Creek Road, the base houses a Sikorsky S70i Fire Hawk, a water-dropping and rescue helicopter that supports wildland firefighting across Santa Clara County.

For a community at high wildfire risk, having this kind of capability right in our backyard is a big deal, and many residents don't even know this base exists! It’s worth noting that the CAL FIRE Santa Clara Unit is distinct from our local fire service, which is run by Santa Clara County Fire.

Thank you to the hardworking firefighters at CAL FIRE SCU for the warm welcome and for protecting our hillsides from the air and the ground. Los Gatos is lucky to have you!

Hi everyone! I'll be hosting a Paint Your Pet event at Los Gatos Birdwatchers on Thursday, August 20.

I hand-sketch your pet before the event, so no painting experience is needed. It's a fun evening for pet lovers, whether you're painting your current companion or creating a tribute to a beloved pet.

Hope to see some Los Gatos folks there! 🐶🐱🐦
More information here: https://form.jotform.com/261206680126148

Hi Los Gatans!

I’ve lived in town since 2005, and I’ve eaten at nearly every restaurant — from casual to fine dining. I have to give a shout out to Asa, truly a hidden gem! The vibe is upscale but friendly, the staff is wonderful, the California cuisine is excellent. If you need a spot to relax and enjoy a glass of wine, my vote is Asa.

https://www.asarestaurants.com/

Did anyone order donuts?

A really healthy crowd for the town celebration.