YOUR GUIDE TO CITY-RELATED NEWS AND EVENTS | | How to Run for Office: Declaring Your Intent to Run | | |
The City of Gilroy transitioned to district-based Council elections in 2025 and now has six Council Districts, each represented by one Council Member.
Voters living in Council Districts 4, 5, and 6 will elect their Council representative in the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election.
For those persons interested in learning how to run for office, first, confirm that you meet the qualifications to run for City Council, including residency and voter registration within the Council District you wish to represent.
Not sure which Council District you live in? Residents can find their district by using the City Council District Map at www.cityofgilroy.org/CouncilDistricts.
Then, before raising or spending any campaign funds, prospective candidates must file FPPC Form 501 (Candidate Intention Statement) with the Gilroy City Clerk’s Office.
- Either an original wet signature or a digital signature meeting FPPC requirements is accepted.
- Once Form 501 is filed, the candidate may begin fundraising.
For more information about how to run for office, visit: www.cityofgilroy.org/1169/How-to-Run-for-Office
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Monterey Rd & Cohansey Ave Intersection Signal Activation is Complete
Please Slow Down and Use Caution in This Area
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After much anticipation, the new signalized intersection of Monterey Road and Cohansey Avenue was activated on Thursday, July 9, 2026, following final inspection by Union Pacific Railroad. All traffic control measures have been removed, and the four-way signal is now fully operational.
Thank you for your patience throughout the construction, testing, and approval process.
Please remember to slow down in the area as everyone adjusts to the new signal.
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Building Community One Program at a Time
Happy Parks and Recreation Month
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Happy Parks and Recreation Month! This July, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible Recreation team whose energy, creativity, and dedication make so many of our community programs possible. From coordinating senior services and summer camps to supporting teen leadership, park reservations, year‑round events, and much more, this team truly makes Gilroy thrive.
Join us this month to celebrate the team that strengthens our community, keeping residents connected and helping make Gilroy a wonderful place to live, work, and play.
Explore upcoming events and discover ways to get involved with the Recreation Division.
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Did You Know . . .
Electronic Waste Should Never Be Placed in Garbage Bins
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Let’s take action to reduce the amount of e-waste in our landfills and positively impact our community and environment. E-waste materials, including computer monitors, cell phones, microwaves, TVs, and light bulbs, contain hazardous elements like lead, cadmium, and mercury that harm both humans and the environment.
We need your help to protect our community and environment from the harmful effects of e-waste.
The Santa Clara County Household Hazardous Waste Program offers appointments for proper disposal. Learn more at www.HHW.org
To find approved e-waste drop-off locations, visit www2.calrecycle.ca.gov/electronics/eRecycle
| | Free Summer Meal Programs for Kids and Teens | | |
This summer, the Gilroy Library is offering free lunches to all children and youth under 18.
Stop by Monday through Friday between 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM to enjoy a nutritious meal, no registration is required.
Each year, the library’s summer lunch program serves nearly 2,500 meals and provides an opportunity for families to connect with others in the community while enjoying a healthy meal together.
Looking for a fun and welcoming place to spend time this summer? Head over to the Gilroy Library!
The program runs through Friday, August 7.
For more information, visit the Gilroy Library website.
Other Meal Resources
The Gilroy Unified School District is also providing free breakfast and lunch to children under 18 through July 31. Meals are available at the following sites:
Brownell Middle School - 7900 Carmel Street
Breakfast 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | Lunch 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
El Roble Elementary School - 930 Third Street
Breakfast 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Lunch 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Eliot Elementary School - 475 Old Gilroy Street
Breakfast 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Lunch 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Join Us at National Night Out
Tuesday, August 4
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Join us on Tuesday, August 4, for National Night Out, hosted by the Gilroy Police Department and South County Youth Task Force. This fun-filled annual event is an opportunity to connect with local officers, meet your neighbors, and engage with community organizations offering many resources for all.
Enjoy a variety of activities, from face painting, crafts, games, music, giveaways, and much more. See you there!
Event Details
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕓 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 350 W. 6th Street (Outdoors at the Civic Center Plaza)
National Night Out is a nationwide event that strengthens police-community partnerships and promotes neighborhood safety.
National Night Out Flyer
Check out the SCYTF Community Calendar to learn about upcoming events.
| | Santa Teresa Fire Station Staffing Report | | |
During the week of June 26, 2026, our firefighters staffed the Interim Santa Teresa Fire Station for six days.
We will staff the station as often as available personnel and responsible overtime practices allow.
When we have enough staffing, we will place the station in service with either:
- A Type 1 engine with three firefighters, or
- A Type 6 engine with two firefighters, depending on daily personnel availability.
On days when we do not have qualified personnel, we will leave the station unstaffed. This approach aligns with our winter-season operations.
We will continue to staff the station whenever heightened public safety concerns arise, including:
- State of emergency declarations
- Red Flag Warnings
- Fourth of July and surrounding weekends
- Potential flood conditions or other disasters
- Public events or gatherings where increased risk is identified
This weekly report is part of our ongoing commitment to transparency regarding the staffing status of the Santa Teresa Fire Station.
| | Gilroy Library Brings Fans Together for Its First World Cup Watch Party | | |
For the very first time, the Gilroy Library hosted a World Cup watch party. Throughout the event, soccer fans stopped by to catch moments of the match, with some staying to enjoy more of the game.
Snacks and refreshments were available for all who visited, creating a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
THANK YOU, Gilroy Library, for bringing the community together and creating opportunities for connection.
To learn more about upcoming events and programs, visit the Gilroy Library.
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Have you noticed any potholes, water leaks, streetlight outages, tree issues, or have a neighborhood or city-related concern?
Our online service request portal and mobile app (available for download in app store), GilroyConnect, makes it easier than ever to report city-related concerns.
With just a few simple steps, you can submit your request, track your service request, and view other resident requests.
Once your request is submitted, you will have the option to create an account, which will give you access to additional features and to receive updates on your service request.
| | | Ask Gilroy: Your City, Your Questions! | | |
Thank you to everyone who submitted questions!
We've provided answers to some of the questions below, and look forward to more questions this week.
❓When is Luchessa going to be connected on the other side of the roundabout at Miller?
The Luchessa – Miller connection is planned to take place as part of the development of the surrounding tracts at Miller Ave & Santa Teresa Blvd and Santa Teresa Blvd & Luchessa Ave. Construction on these parcels is anticipated to begin this fall.
Barring any delays, construction on the Luchessa – Miller connection is anticipated to begin in the fall of 2027.
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Have you ever wondered about Gilroy's infrastructure, upcoming developments, municipal services, or important community events? Your curiosity fuels our mission to provide you with answers.
📢 How It Works:
Ask Away: Drop your questions in the “Ask Gilroy” survey form
We Answer: Each week, we'll pick a question and provide a detailed answer in our weekly email
Stay Informed: Sign up for our emails to access our answers and stay in the loop.
It's time to unlock the mysteries of Gilroy together! Let's dive into the heart of our community and discover what makes our city tick.
👉 Ready to ask? Drop your questions in the survey form linked below and let’s go! 🚀
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City of Gilroy
Office Hours
Gilroy City Hall is open to the public Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, and on Friday by appointment only.
City of Gilroy
(408) 846-0219
7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020
www.cityofgilroy.org
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