City Council Community Messages

The holiday season is a special time in Santa Clarita. As November comes to a close, you’ll begin to notice more and more dazzling lights illuminated and sprinkled throughout the

The holidays are here, sparking feelings of joy, magic and closeness as we spend time with the ones we love — and what better way to create lasting memories with

“Books are a uniquely portable magic, much like candy that brightens our day and feeds our imagination.” – Stephen King  When my kids were young, one of their favorite games

“Seeing is believing but sometimes the most real things in the world are things we can’t see.”   – The Polar Express   The holiday season is just around the corner,

“Christmas is a season not only of rejoicing but of reflection.” – Winston Churchill.  As the winter season draws near, the festive spirit and the warmth of our community come

“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.” — Saint Augustine  Did you know that our local Santa Clarita Public Library offers passport

Tonight is Halloween, and I can already feel the hullabaloo as children prepare to put on their costumes and head out for a fun evening of trick-or-treating. While it’s a

Did you know that hiking is healthy for you, not just physically, but mentally? According to a study by Stanford University, spending time outdoors can help reduce stress and anxiety,

I am so proud to call Santa Clarita my hometown. It is where I grew up, went to school and then chose to come back and raise a family of

As a longtime Santa Clarita resident, I have enjoyed watching our beautiful city transform over the years. In 1987, Santa Clarita was just 39 square miles. Fast forward 37 years,

“Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much.” — Helen Keller  As fall approaches, the city of Santa Clarita is gearing up for its most anticipated

“You can’t tell a kid that it’s time to exercise; that’s a turn off … you have to say, ‘Let’s go to the park and have some fun!’ Then you

As my wife, Virginia, and I stroll through our magnificent city, we admire the beautiful paseos and the expansive open spaces, but what really catches our eye is the diverse

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin Franklin  As a father of three, I understand firsthand the importance of guiding our children through open communication

After being part of the Parks and Recreation Commission in the early 1990s and spending nearly 30 years on the City Council, my life has been dedicated to creating a

“A river is more than an amenity; it is a treasure.” – Oliver Wendell Holmes  As fall is approaching, the city of Santa Clarita prepares for one of its popular annual

By Councilwoman Marsha McLean  One of my favorite parts about living in Santa Clarita is the abundance of recreational opportunities available for residents of all ages. From pickleball and hiking,

The number 100 holds impressive significance in society. Just think how amazing it would be to live to 100 years of age, to be able to do 100 pushups or

“Remember that safety is not a gadget but a state of mind.”   – Eleanor Everet  I hope you all had a fantastic summer filled with fun and memorable moments with