February 2, 2024

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YOUR GUIDE TO CITY-RELATED NEWS AND EVENTS

City Engagement

City Council

City Council Meeting | February 5

City Council Meeting | February 26

Comments by the public will be taken in person on agenda items before action is taken by the City Council. For more information, please review the meeting agenda.

Meeting Agendas and Packet Materials will be Available Online Here.

Past City Council Meetings are available for viewing on the City's website.

City Commissions

Open Government Commission | February 8
Youth Commission | February 12
Arts & Culture Commission | February 13
Library Commission | February 14
Parks & Recreation Commission | February 20
Personnel Commission | February 26
Planning Commission | March 14

City Boards & Committees

Downtown Committee | February 13
Physically Challenged Board of Appeals | April 9

News & Announcements

Conversation and Coffee with Mayor Marie Blankley: Starting 2024 on a Roll

The community is invited to join Mayor Marie Blankley and City Administrator Jimmy Forbis for conversation and coffee about some of the city’s accomplishments in 2023 and some of the big projects on the horizon in 2024. All are welcome to attend.

Conversation and Coffee will take place on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at 9:30 AM in Council Chambers located at 7351 Rosanna Street.

To request Spanish language interpretation services for this meeting, please contact [email protected] at least 72 hours before the meeting.

To learn more about the city’s accomplishments and upcoming projects, check out this month’s January 2024 Spotlight: Starting 2024 on a Roll.

✅ Conversation and Coffee with Mayor Marie Blankley

✅ Date: February 3, 2024

✅ Time: 9:30 AM

✅ Location: Council Chambers at Gilroy City Hall located at 7351 Rosanna Avenue

Community Workshop: Affordable Housing 101

Join the City of Gilroy and SV@Home for a FREE Affordable Housing 101 workshop to expand your understanding of affordable housing. The workshop will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM in the Gilroy City Council Chambers, 7351 Rosanna Street.

The workshop is intended for the general public, anyone in the community, who wants to learn more about affordable housing.

The workshop will be held in English with Spanish translation.

Please visit www.cityofgilroy.org/housing for more information.

Help Keep Gilroy Clean: Volunteer at the Downtown Gilroy Clean-Up Day!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 10, 2024 and be part of our community clean-up event.

🌳 What: Downtown Gilroy Clean-Up Day

📅 When: February 10, 2024, at 9 AM

📍 Where: Meet at the Downtown Gourmet Parking Lot (located at 7360 Eigleberry Street)

The City will provide trash bags and grabbers. All volunteers will be required to sign a waiver, ensuring everyone's safety.

Can’t make it this time? In the coming year clean-ups will be held monthly. So mark your calendars and join us as we work to collectively "Fight Dirty."

🌺 Polynesian Dance Class 🌺

Registration is Open!

Dive into the world of Polynesian dance with our upcoming classes at the Wheeler Center Dance Studio! Whether you're a curious beginner or an advanced dancer, we have something for everyone.

📅 Dates: February 5th to February 26th | Every Monday

📍 Where: Wheeler Center Dance Studio

Class Schedule & Fees:

🌺 Youth/Teens (5-15 yrs): 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM | $86

🌺 Beginners Adults (16+): 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM | $86

🌺 Advanced Adults (16+): 6:30 PM – 7:15 PM | $86

Polynesian dance is not just about movement; it's a soulful expression, a storytelling art that weaves together the tales of the islands through every gesture. From the gentle sway of the Hula to the vibrant beats that resonate with the heart of Polynesia, you'll learn to tell stories with your hands, feet, and eyes, embodying the spirit of the islands.

Reserve your spot today and let the rhythms of Polynesia guide your heart and feet.

We're Hiring: Maintenance Worker I

The City of Gilroy is excited to announce a new recruitment opportunity for a Maintenance Worker I. If you are passionate about promoting a better quality of life for those who live, work, and visit the City of Gilroy then this might be the perfect opportunity for you.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and related experience in one or more areas of municipal maintenance, including but not limited to Parks and Landscapes, Streets/Wastewater, Trees and Water Section.

This is a Full-Time position with an opportunity to work a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Are you ready to join our team? Apply Today. www.cityofgilroy.org/jobs

The application closes Monday, February 19, 2024.

Calling All Teens: Join Us for OpportuniTEEN

Youth ages 14-18 are invited to join us for OpportuniTEEN, a free event to explore teen-focused jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities. The event will be held at the Gilroy Civic Plaza located outside of City Hall at 7351 Rosanna Street on Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM. See you there!

Santa Teresa Fire Station Staffing Report: Week of 1/12/2024

Last week, the City staffed the Santa Teresa Fire Station as follows:

1/19 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours
1/20 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours
1/21 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours
1/22 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours
1/23 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours
1/24 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours
1/25 - 2.0 personnel for 12 hours

This weekly report is provided as part of our commitment to transparency regarding the staffing status at the Santa Teresa Fire Station.

Ask Gilroy: Your City, Your Questions!

Thank you to everyone who submitted questions this week!

We've provided answers to some of the questions below, and look forward to more questions this week!

Responses provided by City Administrator Jimmy Forbis:

❓It is our first time considering a yard sale. Do we need to fill out a form prior to having a yard sale? Can we have a yard sale any weekend during the month?

Yes, there is a permit required (no fee) and you can have garage sales on any weekend of the month. Please click on the link below for more information.

https://www.cityofgilroy.org/842/Finance-Forms

❓Why doesn’t Gilroy build a 3-story public parking lot in the downtown area to meet parking demands? I didn’t see it mentioned in the draft report.

The Downtown Parking Management study determined that there is no need for a parking garage at this time as there is adequate on-street and parking lot spaces to handle current parking demands.

Questions and answers from previous newsletters are available on the City website.

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! 🚀

"Ask Gilroy" Survey Form