November 16, 2018
Happy Friday Gilroy! 
Ready for a fun night out at the theater? We have three productions for you to choose from, all happening right here in our little town.

  1. GREASE

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Grease the Movie and this weekend is your opportunity to celebrate with our very own Gilroy production of Grease: School Version, a family friendly adaptation including many of the iconic songs and scenes you know and love from the original movie.

With over 73 kids in the production costumed as Nerds, Jocks, Cheerleaders, Staff, and of course Pink ladies, Burger Palace Boys (T-Birds), Sandy and Danny and a set and props graciously provided by Sunnyvale Community Players, this play is sure to entertain.

Tickets are available for Friday (11/16), and Saturday (11/17). Sunday is SOLD OUT! Make your reservations at TheatreHilTicketSales@gmail.com to secure your seat.

2. MOM'S GIFT

Produced by Limelight Actor's Theater, Mom's Gift is a heartwarming holiday comedy: Mom is a ghost. She's been gone 11 months and is sent back to resolve an issue so she can get her wings. The problem is, she has no idea what she needs to resolve. The journey is full of laughs and when the real mission is discovered, even Mom is surprised.


3. THE ODD COUPLE

Produced by Pintello Comedy Theater, The Odd Couple is described as a hilarious comedy.


City Council Happenings
November 19th Council Meeting Agenda Highlights:

  • The Arts and Culture Commission, Public Art Committee and the Historic Heritage Committee will give their annual presentations to Council.
  • The Gilroy Welcome Center will give their annual presentation to Council with updates including tourism in Gilroy and advertising our community.
  • Plans for a A five-story mixed-used residential commercial development located at 8955 Monterey Street will be presented to Council for review and consideration. These plans were reviewed by Planning Commission in October and are coming to City Council for final review.

The next regularly scheduled Council meeting will take place on Monday, December 3rd at 6:00 PM. In addition, a Council Study Session on the topics of Downtown Revitalization and Possible Incentives will be held on Monday, November 23rd at 6:00 PM. Both meetings will be held in Council Chambers located at 7351 Rosanna Street.


Personnel Commission 11/19 at 5:30 PM
Parks and Recreation Commission 11/20 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers
Public Art Committee 11/21 at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers
City Hall Will Be Closed November 22 and 23
in observance of Thanksgiving and will re-open for regular business at 8:00 AM on Monday, 11/19.
First Street Work Between Miller Avenue and Hannah Street
Miller Avenue/Hanna Street: Next week construction of the FIRST STREET waterline is anticipated to be between Miller Avenue and Hanna Street. Crews may also be continuing work in the Miller/Wayland Avenue intersection.

Monday through Tuesday
8:30 am–4:30 pm
One lane in each direction will be maintained.

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, construction activities are suspended Wednesday, November 21 through Sunday, November 25.

Please remember: Slow down, watch for construction workers, equipment and obey signage and traffic controls. Delays should be expected; please plan ahead and add extra time to your commute.

Water line interruptions are NOT anticipated until Feb-Mar 2019.

Construction will proceed along First Street from Santa Teresa Boulevard towards Monterey Road. Waterline construction activities are anticipated through Summer 2019.

If you have any questions about the project, please call our project helpline at 408-220-6025.

Temporary Lane Closure on Santa Teresa Blvd at Ballybunion Roundabout Scheduled for 11/30
Crews are making progress on the Ballybunion Roundabout and have scheduled pavement work tentatively for ONE DAY on Friday, 11/30 starting at 8:45 AM until anticipated completion at 5:00 PM, weather permitting. There will be a temporary lane closure during this work with one lane open at all times and flaggers alternating traffic through the open lane. 

In addition, the Ballybunion entrance and exit to Eagle Ridge will be closed during this work with a detour set up through the main entrance at Club Drive. 

Expect delays, slow down, drive with caution through the construction area and if possible, plan to take alternate routes. Thank you for your patience during the construction process.
Conversation and Coffee with Mayor Velasco
Join Mayor Roland Velasco for Conversation and Coffee on Saturday, November 17th at 9:30 am in Council Chambers. Joining the mayor will be representatives from the Gilroy Unified School District.
Join a Board or Commission and Help Guide Our Community
With 26 vacancies on the City's various Boards, Commissions, and Committees, there are a variety of opportunities available to volunteer and help guide the direction of our community. Interested in fostering transparency in local government? Perhaps you have a passion for the arts and an interest in seeing them flourish in our town? The City of Gilroy is looking for passionate, open-minded volunteers with a desire to better the community. Appointments to Boards and Commissions are made by City Council. Applications are available online and must be received by Tuesday, December 4th at 5:00 PM.

Breakfast with Santa 
Hosted by our Recreation Department, this special morning is for children ages 3 to 12 and includes breakfast, crafts and a photo opportunity with Santa. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Youth Scholarships are available. This event is on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Gilroy Senior Center. 

Reserve   your spot with Santa at the 8:30am or 10:30am seating.
Interested in Working at the Pool this Summer?
We are holding a Lifeguard Certification Class on Thursday and Friday, Dec. 27-28 and Jan. 3-4 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Christopher High School Aquatics Center. Completion of this class is required for summer lifeguard employment with City programs but does guarantee employment. Participants must be 15 years or older by the last day of the class.

Spots are limited, so early registration is encouraged.