City Council Community Messages

“Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn.” — O. Fred Donaldson  Spring is a season of new beginnings, longer days and renewed energy. There is no better

“My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep; the more I give to thee, The more I have, for both are infinite.” — “Romeo and Juliet,” William Shakespeare  Love has a way

By Mayor Laurene Weste  As you step into William S. Hart Park, the sights and sounds of the Old West come alive. The rhythm of boots shuffling across the dance floor, the unmistakable

“Growth begins at the end of your comfort zone.” — Neale Donald Walsch  One of the things that makes Santa Clarita such a special place to live is the variety of opportunities

Public transportation plays an important role in how our community moves, connects and grows. Whether our residents rely on transit every day or simply use it occasionally to get to work, school or city events,

Santa Clarita is home to a vibrant and diverse arts scene that continues to inspire connection, creativity and discovery. From six rotating gallery spaces throughout the city to public art installations that enhance

By Mayor Laurene Weste  “It has been said that, at its best, preservation engages the past in a conversation with the present over a mutual concern for the future.” – William Murtagh 

“All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s words remind us that true leadership in the city

As we usher in a new year, I want to wish you and your family a very happy and healthy 2026. There’s something special about the end of the year, when we reflect on

The holiday season is a special time for all of us to focus on what truly matters — family, community and the small acts of kindness that connect us. In Santa Clarita,

This season is one of the most joyful and meaningful times of the year, when we celebrate, spend time with loved ones and surprise someone special with a gift they’ve been dreaming about. As

As Santa Clarita turns 38, we’re not just celebrating another year — we’re honoring the vision that made cityhood possible and the bright future still ahead. When our city incorporated in 1987, it was a community in transition.

As the air grows crisp and twinkling lights begin to brighten our streets, the holiday season returns to Santa Clarita — bringing with it the warmth of tradition, community and togetherness. This

Happy Thanksgiving, Santa Clarita! This is the time of year when we pause to reflect on the many blessings in our lives — from the people we love, to the

“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.” ― Benjamin Franklin  When I was a kid, I loved the excitement of the circus — the

By Councilwoman Patsy Ayala   One of the most magical times of the year in Santa Clarita is when our community gathers in Old Town Newhall for the annual Light Up

This year marks a milestone for our country – the 250th anniversary of the armed forces, specifically the United States Army, Navy and Marine Corps. For two and a half

Tomorrow is Halloween, and across our community families are preparing for a night filled with costumes, candy and celebration. For many children, it is one of the most exciting evenings of the year – a time