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What's Happening!

Proposition 68 - Parks, Environment and Water Bond

On April 17, 2018 (Board Agenda Item No. 26), the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors approved a position of support for Proposition 68, a statewide parks and water bond, that will appear on the June 5, 2018 statewide ballot.

Uvas Canyon County Park requires reservations to hike or picnic on weekends and holidays through June 30!

Uvas Canyon Park is now open for day use and camping (reservations recommended). Reservations are required for weekend day use due to heavy traffic. Please call 408-355-2201 during normal business hours or on line at gooutsideandplay.org

Historical Heritage Grant Program Announcement

The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara established the Historical Heritage Grant Program (HHGP) in 1990 to promote historic preservation and the awareness of significant cultural, historical, and archaeological resources within Santa Clara County.

All-Inclusive Playground Grant Program

The Board of Supervisors of the County of Santa Clara established the All-Inclusive Playground Grant Program (AIPG) to provide grants to local cities, school districts, non-profits and/or other governmental entities interested in bringing all-inclusive playgrounds into their communities within Santa Clara County.

Our Parks, Our Future

The Santa Clara County Parks Department 2018 Strategic Plan is fully underway and almost complete. The input of the people who live, work, and play in Santa Clara County has been critical to the Strategic Plan process. A full Draft Document is expected to be available in early Spring 2018. Visit www.ourfutureparks.org for more information on the process or to contact the planning team.

Parks donation program

Santa Clara County Parks & Recreation Department accepts charitable donations to restore and improve our renowned open spaces. Trees, benches, shade structures and other items make great gifts to both your beneficiary and your favorite park.