IMPORTANT NOTICE
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CALL MEETING TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
VERBAL COMMUNICATIONS (Members of the public may address the Council only on the agenda items. Each speaker is limited to no more than three (3) minutes or such time as authorized by the Mayor.)
OTHER BUSINESS
1. Interview Applicants and Make an Appointment to the Community Health and Senior Services Commission.
RECOMMENDATION: Interview applicants for the Community Health and Senior Services Commission and make an appointment to fill the current vacancy.
ADJOURNMENT
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TOWN OF LOS GATOS
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE TOWN COUNCIL:
COMMISSIONER INTERVIEWS AGENDA
FEBRUARY 03, 2026
110 EAST MAIN STREET AND TELECONFERENCE
TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
6:15 PM
Rob Moore, Mayor
Maria Ristow, Vice Mayor
Mary Badame, Council Member
Matthew Hudes, Council Member
Rob Rennie, Council Member
NOTICE REGARDING SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS - Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the Town Council after initial distribution of the agenda packets are available for public inspection in the Clerk’s Office at Town Hall, 110 E. Main Street, Los Gatos and on the Town’s website at www.losgatosca.gov. Town Council agendas and related materials can be viewed online at https://losgatos-ca.municodemeetings.com/.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The public is welcome to provide oral comments in real-time during the meeting in three ways:
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In-Person: Please complete a “speaker’s card” located on the back of the chamber benches and return it to the Town Clerk before the meeting or when the Mayor announces the item for which you wish to speak.
NOTES: Comments will be limited to three (3) minutes or less at the Mayor’s discretion.
If you are unable to participate in real-time, you may email [email protected] with the subject line “Public Comment Item #__ ” (insert the item number relevant to your comment).
Deadlines to submit written comments are:
-11:00 a.m. the business day before the Council meeting for inclusion in an addendum. -11:00 a.m. on the day of the Council meeting for inclusion in a desk item.
PREPARED BY: Wendy Wood
Town Clerk
Reviewed by: Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager, and Town Attorney 110 E. Main Street Los Gatos, CA 95030 ● (408) 354-6832 www.losgatosca.gov
TOWN OF LOS GATOS
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: 02/03/2026
ITEM NO: 1
DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and Town Council
FROM: Chris Constantin, Town Manager
SUBJECT: Interview Applicants and Make an Appointment to the Community Health and Senior Services Commission
RECOMMENDATION:
Interview applicants for the Community Health and Senior Services Commission and make an appointment to fill the current vacancy.
BACKGROUND:
The Town’s Boards, Committees, and Commissions (hereafter “Commissions”) advise Los Gatos elected officials on policy and community interest matters. The Town of Los Gatos conducted an open recruitment for all Boards, Commissions, and Committees with existing vacancies.
Commission members are appointed by a majority vote of the Town Council, with the exception of the Finance Commission.
The recruitment opened on November 25, 2025, and closed on January 12, 2026. Individuals interested in serving on the Personnel Board or the Community Health and Senior Services Commission were asked to complete the appropriate application and submit it through the Boards, Commissions, and Committees application portal during the designated recruitment period.
Notices for the recruitment were shared on the Town’s social media platforms, included in the Town's newsletter, and posted at Town Hall, the Library, and the Town Notice board. A notice was also advertised on KCAT Channel 15 and displayed on the Town's official website. Email and text notifications were sent on November 25, 2025, and January 9, 2026, to approximately 60 subscribers who had requested updates on Boards, Commissions, and Committee recruitments.
ITEM NO. 1.
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SUBJECT: Boards and Commissions Interviews and Appointments DATE: February 3, 2026
DISCUSSION:
On February 3, 2026, the Town Council will interview applicants for the vacant Community Health and Senior Services Commission position. Following the interviews, each Council Member will complete a written ballot with their respective selections, and the Town Clerk will tally the votes. Applicants are appointed by a majority vote. Upon completion of the appointment process, the Town Clerk will announce the votes. All applicants will receive a notification regarding their appointment status.
There was one vacancy for the Community Health and Senior Services Commission, and two applications were received. There was one vacancy for the Personnel Board, and no applications were received. Council will interview the applicants listed below.
COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SENIOR SERVICES COMMISSION (CHSSC) One (1) seat for a short-term expiring on December 31, 2028.
Applicants (2): Vacant Term (1):
Stewart Brewster Vacant
Lura Halbert
CONCLUSION AND NEXT STEPS:
At the conclusion of the interviews, the Council will make appointments based on a majority vote by ballot.
After the ballots have been tallied, the Town Clerk will announce the appointments. The Council may provide direction on the timing of the next recruitment to fill the vacancy on the Personnel Board.
COORDINATION:
The preparation of this report was coordinated with the Town Manager and Town Attorney.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the appointments.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT:
This is not a project defined under CEQA, and no further action is required.
Attachments:
1. Applications
ITEM NO. 1.
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Personal Information
First Name
STEWART
Last Name
BREWSTER
Street Address
REDACTED
Apt, Suite. Etc.
REDACTED
City
Los Gatos
State
CA
Zip Code
95032
Phone
REDACTED
Phone Type
REDACTED
Email
REDACTED
Employer
Aon Risk Management and Insurance
Services
Job Title
Retired
How long have you lived in Los Gatos?
34 years
E-Filed
12/02/2025
11:42:50
Filing ID:
12704
ATTACHMENT 1
ITEM NO. 1.
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Community Health and Senior Services Commission Information Please list what experience, education, or volunteer positions that you have held. 42 years in Casualty insurance, served in U.S. Peace Corps (Armenia 2011-2013), Volunteered with SALA, JFS, Rotary, UMCOR, LG Thrives and others Why are you interested in serving on the Community Health and Senior Services Commission? Working with LG Thrives has encouraged me to help enhance the wonderful services our town already offers, as LG's citizens age.
Have you ever attended a Community Health and Senior Services Commission meeting? If yes, please provide a summary of your observation. If not, do you follow any other senior oriented programming in the area (e.g. LGS Rec 55+, Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council, Sourcewise, etc.)? I have not yet attended one of these meetings. I have attended several events at LG 55+ and regularly play ping pong there.
How do your personal interests align with the broader role of the Commission? As a Rotarian, a 33-year member of the LG United Methodist Church, and as an active volunteer I believe that all our citizens sometimes need a leg up and encouragement.
What do you see as the role of this Commission?
To help enhance the quality of life of the marginalized community members.
What, from your perspective, are emerging needs/trends in our older adult community that you would like the Commission to address?
Isolation, loneliness, wellness, fun activities, stimulation, and social connections are important to healthy aging.
What has been your experience or involvement with grant programs? I have applied for grants while in the Peace Corps and with Rotary, but I have limited experienced.
ITEM NO. 1.
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Please let us know how you heard about the recruitment:
X Town Website
X Town Newsletter
Los Gatos Weekly Ad
Los Gatan Ad
Social Media
X Friend/Neighbor
Town Meeting
Service Group
Chamber Of Commerce
Kcat Ad
Other
Explain if "Other"
Verification
I affirm that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete. I also acknowledge that I have reviewed the application deadline and interview date as specified on the Public Boards & Commissions website.
Yes, I so affirm.
Signature
Stewart C, Brewster
Signature Date
12/02/2025
ITEM NO. 1.
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Personal Information
First Name
Lura
Last Name
Halbert
Street Address
REDACTED
Apt, Suite. Etc.
REDACTED
City
LOS GATOS
State
CA
Zip Code
95032
Phone
REDACTED
Phone Type
REDACTED
Email
REDACTED
Employer
Retired
Job Title
How long have you lived in Los Gatos?
50+ years
E-Filed
12/01/2025
20:11:04
Filing ID:
12702
ITEM NO. 1.
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Community Health and Senior Services Commission Information Please list what experience, education, or volunteer positions that you have held.
Law degree, Director Co. Cold Weather Shelter, Director Dual Diagnosis (alcohol/drugs and Mental Health) Residential Program, Co. Batterer Treatment Program, Co. Office of Human Relations, FEMA Grant Manager for Co., parent volunteer in local schools Why are you interested in serving on the Community Health and Senior Services Commission? To assist the town in developing collaborative resources to serve the needs of the community members in a financially reasonable manner.
Have you ever attended a Community Health and Senior Services Commission meeting? If yes, please provide a summary of your observation. If not, do you follow any other senior oriented programming in the area (e.g. LGS Rec 55+, Saratoga Area Senior Coordinating Council, Sourcewise, etc.)? No, however I have a wealth of experience serving the needs of this target population on the county level. Developing partnerships to accomplish program goals How do your personal interests align with the broader role of the Commission? My personal interest(s) is problem solving to provide the solutions for unmet needs; listening; building bridges - inclusive
What do you see as the role of this Commission?
To identify and develop resources for the Board
What, from your perspective, are emerging needs/trends in our older adult community that you would like the Commission to address?
Most Elders want to maintain their independence and are challenged by these fiscally chaotic times that strain their physical and financial abilities.
What has been your experience or involvement with grant programs? Managed the FEMA allocation (around 1 million annually) to the county for emergency food and shelter.
ITEM NO. 1.
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Please let us know how you heard about the recruitment:
Town Website
X Town Newsletter
Los Gatos Weekly Ad
Los Gatan Ad
Social Media
Friend/Neighbor
Town Meeting
Service Group
Chamber Of Commerce
Kcat Ad
Other
Explain if "Other"
Verification
I affirm that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete. I also acknowledge that I have reviewed the application deadline and interview date as specified on the Public Boards & Commissions website.
Yes, I so affirm.
Signature
Lura A. Halbert
Signature Date
12/01/2025
ITEM NO. 1.