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Reports of door-to-door solicitors are increasing. I tend to not open my door to anyone I don't know, unless they are holding Thin Mints. Check out the press release below, and stay safe. Call the LG/MS Police Department at the numbers listed if you see anything suspicious going on in your neighborhood.
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The Town of Los Gatos invites concerned citizens to a Scoping Session regarding the North 40, on March 6th at 6pm in the Council Chambers. Please see below for more details from the Community Development Department.

Dear North Forty Interested Citizens:

The Town of Los Gatos will be the Lead Agency and prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the North Forty Specific Plan. The Town has circulated a Notice of Preparation (NOP) to public agencies as required by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Through the NOP, the Town will solicit input from these public agencies on the scope and content of the EIR in connection with the North Forty Specific Plan.
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The following press release was received from the Los Gatos/Monte Sereno Police Department.
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I just received the following press release from the LG/MS Police Dept:
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Blacy’s Fine Jewelers was robbed at gunpoint just after noon today by two men wearing ski masks, gloves, and brandishing semi-automatic pistols. The suspects allegedly smashed display cases as they held the employees at gunpoint. They made off with an unspecified quantity of jewelry, but no one was hurt.
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Things will be different. In recent years, Barbara Spector and Steve Leonardis have been outvoted on issues, as past-mayor Steve Rice and Diane McNutt have tended to vote with former mayor Joe Pirzynski. Last night, the gavel passed to Barbara, whose friend Marcia Jensen will replace Rice next month. Joe Pirzynski and Diane McNutt can expect to be outvoted at times. Both must stand for re-election in two years, and voters will likely remember the needless election of 2012.

It is not a stretch to label this the start of the Spector era in Los Gatos politics, and she warned everyone last night to get ready for a busy agenda in 2013. Her vice-mayor, Steve Leonardis is an up-and-comer, active and involved and showing real leadership on projects like the Oak Meadow flagpole. My forecast? The next four years will be lively, with a chance of getting things ...

I didn't make it to the TC Meeting tonight; however, I was glued to my computer at home. I'd like to congratulate Los Gatos' new Mayor, Barbara Spector, and new Vice Mayor, Steve Leonardis. Also, Marcia Jensen will soon join the Town Council. Personally, I'm excited for 2013 -- good things are going to happen!




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I’ve received emails asking where I’ve been and why I don’t care anymore. I need to be honest with our readers. I give up. Oh, wait… no, that’s not it. I was offered a full-time position at a local corporation and I sold out accepted it. Yup, that sums it up. Because I’m striving for a balance with my home life vs. work life, I’ve taken a few steps back from InsideLG; however, you may have noticed that I have a new assistant – Pepper Potts. Potts, who wishes not to be named because shame comes on all those associated with me, will be posting from time to time. So, please give a huge applause to Potts – the keeper of my secrets.

Moving on… I plan to be at the Town Council meeting tonight. I was disappointed in a decision 4 out of 5 made at the last TC meeting (good old exemption of story poles from Winchester/Albright); however, I just couldn’t muster up enough energy to write about it. Tonight though… tonight will be interesting. The appointment of a new Mayor and Vice Mayor will take place. Barbara Spector will probably be voted ...

Within the past few weeks, I've had numerous residents contact me to complain about the traffic and roadwork around Los Gatos. I have to admit, I ride my bike most of the time and I don't pay attention to traffic; however, the other day I had a hair appointment at 2:30pm in downtown LG. It took me over 20 minutes to drive from Uptown to downtown. Ridiculous!
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It's almost election time and Marcia Jensen and Barbara Spector have published their official ballot statements! No word yet on if a write-in candidate will step up; however, rumors are flying around town. Who knows, maybe Mickey Mouse will make an appearance?

Back to being serious. I found the following information on the Smart Voter website after an informed reader told me to check it out. Again, a big thanks to our readers.

Drum roll please...
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I know most of InsideLG's readers are aware that I grew up in Los Gatos. As a teenager and young adult, I spent most of my time at the Bartlett household -- probably more than I spent in my own home.

Mary Bartlett captured the following photo of the Endeavour from her porch and I thought I'd share it with you:
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Los Gatos Youth Park, Inc. announces the recipients of the “Youth Citizen of the Year” award. The awards are given to youth who have made significant contributions to their community and are considered roll models for other young people. The following four citizens will be awarded local and state commendations at a September 29, 2012 ceremony at 10 o’clock in the morning at the Youth Park, located behind Los Gatos High School, next to the tennis courts: Molly Ball, Thomas Culwell, Christian Gramling, and Tara Rezvani. In addition, the recipients will state the pledge of allegiance at the Los Gatos Town Council Meeting on October 1, 2012, will participate in the Los Gatos holiday tree lighting ceremony on November 30, 2012, and will start the Los Gatos Children’s Holiday parade with a whistle on December 1, 2012.

On behalf of the Youth Park Board, please accept our invitation to join us at this event to honor the contributions of these five Los Gatos Youth Park Citizens of 2012!
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I just received the following Press Release from the LG/MS Police Department:
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