Monte Sereno
Monte Sereno is a city of 3,500 — Santa Clara County's smallest, with no shops, no stoplights, and no police department of its own. Incorporated 1957 after breaking from Los Gatos, governed by a five-member Council, Silicon Valley's most secluded and overlooked enclave.
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Monte Sereno Council Prepares for Key May Meeting Amid Housing Debate
Monte Sereno City Council is set to hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, marking a critical moment as the city continues to navigate the tension between preserving its rural character and meeting state housing mandates. This meeting is the next opportunity for local leaders to address how Monte Sereno will balance low-density zoning with the need to plan for additional housing, including multi-family units required by the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA).
While the council meeting is the immediate focus, Monte Sereno residents should also be aware that the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors is meeting today to discuss budget and housing issues that could influence regional funding and policies affecting the city’s housing challenges. Monte Sereno’s reliance on county services and regional infrastructure adds weight to these broader discussions, underscoring the interconnectedness of local and county decisions on housing and community character.
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