April 27, 2018
Hi Gilroy!
And just like that, another week is coming to a close and another beautiful weekend is upon us.

This weekend we hope you'll join us on Saturday at the Spring Crafters Faire hosted by the Gilroy Senior Center where local vendors will showcase jewelry, art, knit, crochet and other types of handmade goods. This is a great opportunity to find a unique and locally made gift for Mother's Day!

Also on Saturday is the South County Health Fair hosted by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association consisting of more than 60 vendors representing health care organizations, resources, local agencies and businesses. Be sure to stop by the City of Gilroy booths and say hello!

And on Sunday, April 29th, we hope you'll join us for Coffee with a Cop located at the McDonalds on the Automall Parkway. Come meet a few officers from our Gilroy Police Department, ask questions and discuss topics important to you.
As always, we hope you will continue to participate in local government. Our next regularly scheduled Council Meeting will take place on Monday, May 7th. All residents are welcome to attend at Council Chambers located at 7351 Rosanna Street starting at 6:00 PM.

Have a great weekend!
City Council Happenings
The next regularly scheduled council meeting will take place on Monday, May 7th at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers located at 7351 Rosanna Street.
Intersection Work at Wren & Welburn
Work on installing a new traffic signal at the intersection of Wren & Welburn is scheduled to begin. We anticipate the installation to be complete by Friday, 6/1. During construction, the intersection will be accessible to vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians.
Las Animas Veterans Park Pathway Rehabilitation
Trail improvements at Las Animas Veterans Park are underway, making the park more accessible to our community.

The project is on schedule with concrete work in progress.
Arts and Culture Commission Looking For New Members
The Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission is looking for three new people to join their team. The Arts and Culture Commission advises Recreation Staff and the City Council on matters pertaining to cultural and artistic activities to encourage, promote and stimulate the growth of broad-based arts in the community, and meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Summer Jobs!
Looking for a summer job? The City of Gilroy’s Recreation Department is recruiting for Recreation Leaders in our Summer Sports Programs and Lifeguards for the Community Pool! These summer jobs are a great way to gain work experience and serve our community.
Special Friends Golf Tournament
The City of Gilroy Recreation Department Adaptive Program is hosting their Annual Special Friends Golf Tournament on Friday, June 1st at 12 PM at Gilroy Municipal Golf Course. This is an 18 hole tournament for participants 21 years and older, followed by dinner.

All proceeds benefit the Recreation Adaptive Program.

Library Mental Health Resource Fair
The Gilroy Library is hosting a Mental Health Resource Fair on Saturday, May 19th from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Visit resource tables from local organizations. Take part in arts & crafts for families. Sample a chair massage or enjoy yoga for adults and kids. Learn the stress relieving benefits of adult coloring. Or attend one of the informative lectures in English or Spanish.

Free Rodeo for Children and Adults with Special Needs
Join the California Highway Patrol and the El Camino Club for Day Out on the Ranch, an event for special needs adults and children. Day Out On the Ranch will take place from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM on May 12 at Thorson’s Arena, 2005 Hayes Lane in San Martin. It will include rodeo skills stations, live bluegrass music, a hot dog with chips and a drink, horseback rides and a petting zoo. For more information, please call (408) 848-2324, ext. 211.
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Aquatic Center Shade Structures
Work has commenced on five new shade structures being installed at the Gilroy Aquatic Center located at Christopher High School. Construction is currently on schedule to be completed in time for early June swimming activities!