VTA allocates money to address traffic in Los Gatos
Congestion relief
The Valley Transportation Authority allocated $11.3 million to a highway project in Los Gatos aimed at reducing congestion.
The project would change the current full cloverleaf entrances and exits to highways 17 and 9 to a spread-diamond configuration; add new lanes along Highway 17 between Lark Avenue and the interchange with Highway 9; implement transportation technology, like traffic signal control systems and advanced ramp metering systems; and implement features that would improve bicyclist and pedestrian travel.
The project aims to improve traffic on freeways and local streets and reduce cut-through traffic in Los Gatos. It also aims to support biking and walking and allow for different modes of travel.
The money for the project comes mostly from 2016 Measure B funds. The total project cost is estimated at $153 million. The work anticipated to be completed at the end of 2030.
Shop for a Cause
Shop for a Cause is coming back to Los Gatos to support children and families in need.
Voluptuary boutique will be be hosting the event on July 10. A percentage of the sales on that day will be given to The Butter Paddle, a nonprofit, volunteer-run gift boutique in downtown Los Gatos, to donate to Pacific Clinics in Santa Clara County to help fund mental and behavioral health services.
The Butter Paddle is run by 70 members of EMQ Auxiliary and features a curation of items that include home decor, baby gifts, jewelry and gourmet treats. Many of these products are locally made and sourced from women-owned businesses.
The event will run from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Voluptuary, which is at 16 N. Santa Cruz Ave.
Jazz on the Plazz
Los Gatos Music & Arts is hosting live music in the town plaza on Wednesdays.
The Jazz on the Plazz concert series started on June 25 and runs until Aug. 20. The next concert will be on July 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Full Spectrum Jazz Orchestra will be playing along with guitarist Kyle Hernandez.
Hernandez is a jazz guitarist, composer and vocalist from California who studied music in New York. He has previously played at the Mondavi Center, The Blue Note, The Great American Music Hall, Rockwood Music Hall, Sullivan Hall and The Jazz Standard.
For more information, visit https://jazzontheplazz.com.