Having lived and worked in Paris, I learned that art is everywhere, in the Gothic arches of Notre Dame, the notes of a violinist in the metro to the brushstrokes of a masterpiece tucked into a gallery. That experience instilled in me a lifelong belief that art shouldn’t be reserved just for museums,...

In the company of their loved ones and fellow first responders, I’ve been humbled to attend recent memorial services to honor the lives of Detective William Osborn, Detective Joshua Kelley-Ekland, and Detective Victor Lemus, the three Los Angeles County Sheriff’s detectives who tragically passed...

With summer coming to a close and kids returning to school, I want to take a moment to remind residents that August is Traffic Safety Month. As the new school year begins, more students will be walking, biking and commuting to school each day, and it’s up to all of us to make sure they get there and...

As summer winds down in the city of Santa Clarita, I hope you and your family had the chance to enjoy the sunshine, take part in our incredible community events, relax on a vacation or spend time outdoors. But now, as backpacks replace beach bags and students return to class, our focus shifts to the...

This summer has been nothing short of inspiring! As we reached the halfway point of the year, I found myself reflecting on all the meaningful opportunities we’ve had to grow as leaders, deepen our friendships, and serve our community together. And seriously, I am so proud of us guys! We started the...

It’s hard to believe that for our children, summer is almost over. As students across Santa Clarita prepare to head back to class, the city is committed to ensuring a safe and successful school year for families. The Santa Clarita Public Library is a one-stop resource for learners of all ages. For...

“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss The heartbeat of a healthy community lies not just in its people but in how it cares for the natural spaces that surround it. Here in Santa Clarita, we are fortunate to have one of the last...

As Mayor of Santa Clarita, it brings me great pride and excitement to share that William S. Hart Park has officially joined the city’s park system. For generations, Hart Park has been a cornerstone of childhood memories and community traditions. Many of us can remember feeding the animals at the barnyard,...

Every school year brings new opportunities for growth, learning and connection. As a long-time resident of Santa Clarita and someone who has worked closely with schools and families throughout my career, I understand how important it is for our students to start the year with confidence. That’s why...

I appreciate Governor Gavin Newsom’s executive order issued on Wednesday, July 30, which restores local control over important land use matters, like Senate Bill 9, in high fire severity zones. SB 9, passed in 2021, like other state housing legislation, was intended to support thoughtful, phased-in...