Interested in giving it a try? We have a few volunteer opportunities that may be of interest.
Homefirst, responsible for running the cold weather shelter at the Gilroy Armory is looking for volunteers to bring and serve dinner throughout the cold weather season. The shelter is currently scheduled to open on Monday, October 15th.
Volunteers can sign up online as individuals or as a group. The shelter is also in need of blankets and would appreciate any donations. Volunteering at the armory is a great opportunity to help those in need.
St Joseph's Family Center is always
looking for volunteers to assist with the distribution of food at the Food Pantry or with the preparation and serving of hot meals at the Lord's Table. Volunteers can contact St. Joseph's directly to get involved at (408) 842-6662.
In addition, the City of Gilroy has a variety of volunteer opportunities for all ages. Opportunities include assisting with a Halloween Dance, participating in the Uvas Creek Clean-up, helping with the upcoming 5K and more!
Visit our online registration page and volunteer today!
Wishing all of you a great weekend!
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September 10th Council Agenda Highlights
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- Proclamations naming September as Emergency Preparedness Month and Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and the week of September 17-24 as Constitution Week will be presented.
- Council will consider a policy that will establish attendance policies to allow City Boards, Commissions and Committees to continue to conduct their business with a quorum.
- Council will consider a request by the Cities Association of Santa Clara County Regional Housing Needs Allocation Sub-Region to participate in allocation for sub-region county wide housing needs assessment and further discussions on possible solutions.
- Council will consider amendments to reconfigure Finance, Fire and Recreation departmental staffing components.
- Council will consider amending the sign ordinance to remove regulations on non-commercial signage.
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next regularly scheduled Council meeting will take place on Monday, September 17th at 6:00 PM
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Personnel Commission Meeting 9/10 at 5:30 PM
Arts and Culture Commission Meeting 9/11 at 5:30 PM in Council Chambers
Housing Advisory Committee Meeting 9/12 at 6:00 PM
Library Commission Meeting 9/12 at 7:00 PM in the Gilroy Library Meeting Room
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Upcoming Lane Shift: Miller Avenue Bypass
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Starting Monday, September 17th, traffic on Miller Avenue between Santa Teresa Boulevard and West Luchessa Avenue will be re-aligned on a temporary bypass located on the north side of the Miller Avenue. This bypass is part of the construction and extension of 10th Street between West Luchessa Avenue and Santa Teresa Boulevard. This bypass is expected to be in use until the completion of the 10th Street extension, anticipated in early 2019. Thank you for your patience and please slow down and use caution when driving through construction areas.
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Ballybunion Roundabout & Santa Teresa Boulevard Lane Shift
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Phase 3 construction of the Ballybunion roundabout is scheduled to start on Monday, September 17th. As part of the new phase, crews will be working in the center of the roundabout and traffic on Santa Teresa Boulevard will be shifted to the edges of the roundabout area; with north bound traffic shifted to the far east side of the road and south bound traffic shifted to the far west side of the road. In addition, the Ballybunion entrance to Eagle Ridge will be partially opened allowing for right turn in and right turn out access. Thank you for your patience and please slow down and use caution when driving through construction areas.
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Uvas Creek Levee Rehabilitation Project Construction to Begin Monday, 9/10
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Phase I of the Uvas Creek Levee Rehabilitation project is scheduled to begin this Monday, September 10th. It is anticipated that crews will be on site throughout the project from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday through Friday and potentially on Saturdays and that use of the levee in the highlighted areas on the map will be restricted during these times.
This project will help offset some of the severe damage to the levee along Uvas Creek caused by burrowing animals such as ground squirrels. The project will rebuild the levee to its as-built condition and implement measures to prevent further holes from occurring.
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Starting September 10th, 2018, the City will be conducting a citywide speed survey. This survey will include arterial, collectors and any other roadways that have posted speed limits over 25 MPH. This speed survey will be conducted using hand-held radar gun and road tube. The speed survey is scheduled for a duration of 6 weeks.
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Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How.
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As part of National Preparedness Month we will be sharing resources and reminders to help members of our community plan and prepare for any challenge. The theme for this year is, “Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How.” Each week during the month of September, we will share information and resources that will help families to prepare in the event of a disaster. Together, we can protect our families and help our communities by planning for emergencies and for the unexpected.
Make a plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know which types of disasters could affect your area. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find.
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Conversation & Coffee with Mayor Velasco
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Join Mayor Roland Velasco for Conversation and Coffee on Saturday, September 8th at 9:30 am in Council Chambers. Joining the mayor will be candidates for the 2018 City Council. Free to attend and all are welcome!
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Free Meet the Primes Small Business Workshop
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On Thursday, September 20, 2018 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, California High-Speed Rail Authority will be hosting a free Small, Disadvantaged and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Workshop. The purpose of the workshop is to learn about the high-speed rail program, meet with prime contractors to hear about future contracting opportunities, network with state and local resource partners and speak one-on-one to agencies that certify small and disadvantaged businesses.
Opportunities Include:
- Learn how you can be a sub-contractor on the high-speed rail program
- Connect with local resource agencies
- Discover future contracting opportunities
- Talk to certification experts about Small, Disadvantaged and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise certifications
- Network with the other small businesses and primes
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Habrá disponibles servicios de traducción en español durante la reunión pública
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Adult Co-Rec "Monster Bash"
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Play in this double elimination recreational softball tournament on October 20-21, 2018. A 10-run rule and 70-minute time limit is followed. Rosters are limited to 8 men and 8 women.
The registration deadline is Friday, October 12 at 4:30pm. Get a discount when you register by October 5!
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