City Council Community Messages

Even though it seems to have faded from the headlines… the California High-Speed Rail Project is not dead. For those of you not familiar with the plan, the long-term goal

The holiday season is a time for families to come together and create memories that will be carried forward for generations. However, for would-be thieves and criminals, the holidays present

Did you know that the city of Santa Clarita is home to more than 8,000 businesses? From antique stores to service providers to big-box retailers, residents are never far away

“The more that you read, the more things that you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” – Dr. Seuss   The Santa Clarita Public Library

Mahatma Ghandi has said that “the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” The holiday season is a great reminder that even in

Traditions in Santa Clarita are one of the many aspects that make our city so special. From our annual events to the unique history we have preserved over the years,

“The Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave.” While these words can be found in our national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” there truly is no better way

Fall is in full swing, as the leaves on Santa Clarita’s trees change from vibrant green to various colors of crimson, orange and yellow. The crisp autumn air welcomes residents

It is once again one of the most special times of the year for children in Santa Clarita: Trick-or-treating is just a few days away! Whether you have children of

Fall is officially upon us! With cooler temperatures, brisk autumn nights and leaves beginning to change color, now is the perfect time to explore our open space or enjoy our

“The idea is not to live forever, but to create something that will.” — Andy Warhol  This quote was read to us at the first City Council meeting in September

Santa Clarita residents have many options to live a cleaner, greener life. Whether it’s through one of our many scheduled collection events, including household hazardous waste, tire and document shredding,

The fall season is officially here, and there is so much to look forward to! From preparing our best Halloween costumes to perfecting our family-favorite recipes for Thanksgiving dinner, the

As you walk down the tree-lined streets of Old Town Newhall, you are surrounded by more than the natural beauty and unique architectural character that defines Santa Clarita’s oldest historic

Recent headlines from around the country have been devastating to read – “Teenage girl dead after car crash,” “One person killed, one airlifted in I-5 crash.” As a parent and

When you think about drug abuse… what do you picture? A dirty scene in a back alley with needles and meth pipes? You may be surprised to learn that the

“The purpose of arts education is not to produce more artists, though that is a byproduct. The real purpose of arts education is to create complete human beings capable of

It can be challenging to find an outlet that helps relieve stress in our everyday lives, but did you know that helping others also benefits your health? According to the

As summer comes to an end, parents and children alike are preparing for the upcoming school year. Whether that’s by getting a new backpack, gathering supplies or finding books needed

Children pick up on everything we do. From the way we drive our cars, the way we treat others, to our everyday behaviors — our kids are watching and taking cues