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PLANNING COMMISSION WARMS TO LOS GATOS MEADOWS PROPOSAL
Prescription for a happy holiday: retail therapy in Los Gatos Laur a Ness, Contributor
Santa arrived prematurely at many large retailers, and despite the economy being cited as the reason for voting preferences, consumer spending is at an all-time high. Oscar Wilde said “living well is the best revenge,” but perhaps in today’s parlance it’s more like shopping well. And lucky us, as Los Gatos is truly a mom-andpop commerce mecca. Were parking less of a hassle, this town’s businesses might see even more foot traffic during the holiday season.
Front Porch’s upscale senior living project wins over all commissioners Drew Penner, Editor
Back on Jan. 13, 2022, when Covia Communities’ Los Gatos Meadows senior living community redevelopment proposal came before Planning Commission, it faced unanimous opposition. Since then, the company merged with Glendale-based Front Porch Communities and Services—which agreed to pay a $1.125 million settlement over asbestos violations at the 110 Wood Rd. site and other locations. And on Nov. 13, long after Council declined to rubber-stamp the Meadows pitch, it was back at Planning Commission. This time it would be much smoother sailing. “The current plan that we’re talking about tonight is the minimum scale that we need to make it work financially,” said Mary McMullin, chief advancement ➝ Senior Living, 6
THE JOY OF SHOPPING SMALL, FOR ONE AND ALL
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AIMING AT TURKEY Gina Von Motz (left) and Jackie Ward at an early Thanksgiving luncheon held at the Adult Recreation Center on Monday. It featured a “turkey shoot” with Nerf guns and attracted dignitaries like new Town Manager Chris Constantin and outgoing County Supervisor Joe Simitian. Story on P4.
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