As Santa Clarita moves farther into 2024, a year that holds significant promise and change, community engagement has never been more crucial. With important elections on the horizon, this is the perfect time for residents to get informed, involved and inspired about the future of our city. The upcoming...

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 and we now span 73 square miles. We started with seven parks and now have 38. The new city had zero open space and we now...

According to the American Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, 6.3 million lost or stray animals enter animal care centers across the nation every year. Rather than purchasing your pet from a breeder, adopting from a care center truly saves a life. Living in Santa Clarita, we’re fortunate...

Supervisor Kathryn Barger issued the following statement commenting on the Board of Supervisors’ approval of the final $49.2 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25: “Los Angeles County’s budget may seem large, but our approach must be prudent and keep a laser focus on investing in our Board’s...

“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 season of the year. Our city staff is thrilled to embrace the season with a spectacular lineup of events, including spooky Halloween festivities,...

By Ken Striplin What could be more essential to our democracy than voting? It’s not just a civic duty, it’s your chance to directly influence the policies that shape our community. As you prepare to cast your vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5, it’s important to understand the recent changes to how City Council...

As we reflect on 2024, it’s clear that this year has been one of remarkable progress and community enhancement. From the opening of Skyline Ranch Park to the near completion of the Valencia Community Center, we’ve been hard at work shaping a brighter future for all of our residents. The evolution...

Los Angeles County must continue to move its ethics reform work forward. There’s no question that public distrust in government runs deep. I’m committed to creating an independent Ethics Commission, Ethics Compliance Office and Ethics Officer as a first step. I introduced a motion, unanimously...

One of the most beloved and meaningful parks in our community is about to expand, offering some exciting new amenities to our residents. Located at 28310 Via Joyce Drive in Saugus, 91350, the David March Park expansion is officially in construction, adding another eight acres to its footprint, along...

“Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground” – Theodore Roosevelt This quote by Theodore Roosevelt reflects the guiding principles behind the Santa Clarita 2025 Strategic Plan. This mindset has driven our city’s efforts to balance aspirations with practical steps, ensuring that...