November 2026

The fall cemetery clean-up begins on Monday, November 2, 2026. Please remove all flowers and decorations of any kind before that date. Remaining flowers and decorations will be removed and disposed of, except for new burials. Flowers and decorations can be returned to the cemetery on Friday, November 6, 2026. We appreciate your help with this clean-up in preparation for Veteran's Day remembrances. As a reminder, annual clean-ups are the first Monday through Friday of February, May, and November.

Let the kids become entrepreneurs for the day at the Kids Farmers Market on Saturday, November 14, from 1–4 PM at the grass field Santa Clara Town Hall (2603 Santa Clara Drive)! This fun, family-friendly event gives children the opportunity to showcase and sell their own products and services, from slime and soaps to lemonade and lawn services. Booth fees are $15. See the flyer below and scan the QR code to reserve your child’s booth. Bring the whole family and enjoy a fun afternoon supporting our young entrepreneurs!

Santa Clara City has placed a proposed Emergency Services Sales and Use Tax of up to 1% on the November 2026 General Election ballot. The measure asks voters whether the City should be authorized to collect an additional sales and use tax dedicated to funding fire protection and emergency medical services provided by Santa Clara – Ivins Fire & Rescue. 

If approved, the additional tax would apply to taxable transactions within Santa Clara City, not throughout Washington County. Revenue would be restricted to eligible emergency services expenses under state law. The proposed tax would be in addition to existing sales taxes and would not replace the City’s current funding sources.

The Santa Clara City Council will hold a Public Hearing at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. in the City Council Chambers of the Town Hall located at 2603 Santa Clara Dr. Santa Clara, UT. 84765.   

The purpose of the Public Hearing is to receive public input on the following items:

1. Regarding Park Impact Fees Amendment. 
2. Regarding the Construction Design Standards to add Section 4.3.5 Rockery and Segmental Block Retaining Walls.
3. Regarding possible action on Chapter 15.34, Geologic Hazards. The proposed code amendment allows for this chapter to be added to city code. The Geologic Hazards ordinance is intended to promote the health, safety, and welfare of City residents.

Citizens of Santa Clara are encouraged to attend the meeting where they will be given the opportunity to express any concerns they may have with the proposed action. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary Communicative aids and services) during this hearing should notify the City Recorder, Selena Nez at 673-6712, ext. 203 at least 24 hours prior to the hearing.

Selena Nez, City Recorder

On July 4, 2026, Santa Clara joined communities across the nation in commemorating and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout 2026, Santa Clara is hosting monthly lectures and activities to celebrate this historic event. These events are planned to help Educate, Engage and Unite our community, state and nation. For more information watch for signs at the Santa Clara Town Hall or in local businesses. Please visit santaclarautah.gov/america250 or america250.utah.gov for updated and complete information.

Santa Clara’s America250 12-month Lecture Series continues on Wednesday, November 4, at 7:00 PM at Santa Clara Town Hall. Join us for this month’s featured lecture:

“History and Stories of Santa Clara's World War II Veterans”

Featuring Santa Clara Native, Dan Frei

Join us on November 11th from 9:30–10:30 am at the Santa Clara City Cemetery (1950 Ancestor Way) for our America250 Veterans Day Celebration! Veterans, students, parents, and community members are all invited to attend this special program honoring our veterans. Enjoy patriotic choir performances by students from Arrowhead and Santa Clara Elementary Schools. Following the performances, students will have the opportunity to participate in a fun activity and earn a special 1943 WWII steel penny, generously donated by Two If by Sea Coin Co. Hundreds of patriotic rocks will also be placed beneath the flag as a special tribute. Light refreshments will be served. We look forward to celebrating and honoring our veterans together!

Santa Clara City is seeking a qualified Finance Director to lead the City's financial operations. The Finance Director plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs the financial operations of Santa Clara City, including governmental accounting, internal auditing, payroll, treasury, bond and grant administration, budget management, and financial analysis and reporting. The position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and legal compliance of City financial transactions, maintaining financial controls, and providing financial guidance to the City Manager.

• November 2-6 - Fall Cemetery Clean-up
• November 3 - Election Day
• November 4 @ 4:00 pm - City Council Special Meeting (Public Hearing)
• November 4 @ 7:00 pm - America250 Lecture Stories of Santa Clara Veterans
• November 11 - Veterans Day (Offices Closed)
• November 11 @ 9:30 - America250 Veterans Day Celebration at Santa Clara Cemetery
• November 11 - City Council Work and Regular Meetings (Cancelled)
• November 12 - Planning Commission Meeting
• November 14 @ 1:00 - 4:00 pm - Kids Farmers Market
• November 25 - City Council Work and Regular Meetings (Cancelled)
• November 26 - Planning Commission Meeting (Cancelled)
• November 26 - Thanksgiving Holiday (Offices Closed)
• November 27 - Thanksgiving Holiday (Offices Closed)
• December 6 @ 6:30 - Samichlaus Abend Santa Night
• December 19 @ 10 am - Wreaths Across America at Santa Clara Cemetery