Your Morgan Hill Weekly 411
News for the Week of November 16, 2020  
Happy Weekend Morgan Hill!

As the holidays rapidly approach, we would like to remind our community of the importance of celebrating safely during the pandemic. As you are aware, COVID-19 cases have risen significantly in the past two weeks in our County. Although we are all tired of hearing about COVID-19 and living with restrictions, now is not the time for complacency in following the recommended safety protocols.

A reminder that the County Health Officer urges residents to follow strict adherence to safety protocols, including:
  • staying home when possible
  • minimizing interaction with people outside one’s household
  • maintaining social distance (6 feet minimum)
  • wearing face coverings
  • moving as many activities outdoors as possible
  • GETTING TESTED regularly

Celebrate the Holidays Without Gathering

Last week 10 local counties, including Santa Clara County, issued joint recommendations and guidelines for staying safe during the holidays. Most significant is the recommendation not to gather or travel for the holidays if possible.

Here are a few ideas and recommendations to celebrate the holidays safely with loved ones without gathering:

  • Enjoy holiday traditions at home with your household
  • Decorate your home and/or yard
  • Share a virtual meal with family and friends
  • Host online parties and/or contests
  • Attend holiday movie nights at drive-in venues
  • Prepare meals using traditional recipes and deliver to family and neighbors
  • Visit holiday-themed outdoor art installations
  • Participate in drive-by events where everyone stays in their vehicles

For further recommendations for staying safe from Covid-19 during the holidays can be viewed HERE.
Joint Town Hall on COVID-19
This past week, we hosted a Joint Virtual Town Hall with the City of Gilroy which focused on COVID-19. We discussed where we are at County wide, where we are at in the South County, the importance of testing, and also recommendations for safely celebrating the holidays during the pandemic. If you were unable to join our Town Hall, please take time to view the video below.
Wearing A Mask Protects Everyone
An effective face mask has at least two layers of material and fits snugly over your nose, mouth, and chin. These types of masks are NOT recommended:  
🚫Neck gaiters or single-layered masks that are too thin or too loose to offer protection 
🚫Masks with valves which allow unfiltered air to escape 
🚫Face shields without also wearing a face mask
Meetings and Opportunities to Engage
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Sidewalk Saturdays
South Sidewalk of East 3rd Street
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Please join us on the south sidewalk of E 3rd St downtown Morgan Hill for a fun, free, family friendly outdoor retail marketplace featuring local shops.


HEALTH PROTOCOLS:
- Face Masks / Coverings Required
- Hand Sanitizing Stations
- Hand Sanitizer at Vendor Tables
- 6ft Physical Distancing

Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting
Cancelled
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
City Council Meeting
7:00 P.M.
 
 
The City Council Meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 17 and on the City’s website.
 
Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: https://bit.ly/111820CityCouncilMtg or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 858 0142 8695.

Public comment for this meeting will be accepted via email to ccpubliccomment@morganhill.ca.gov. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment.  
Public Project and Maintenance Updates
Partner Agency News
Upper Llagas Creek Flood Protection
The contractor and team working on the Upper Llagas Creek Flood Protection Project have completed some significant milestones specific to the creek and Lake Silveira restoration. 

To learn all the details, please visit the project blog and watch the following video.
Apply Today to Become a Water Ambassador!

Water 101 Academy 2021
Applications are now available!
Water 101 Academy is a leadership program open to all community members in Santa Clara County! Participants will gain an understanding of local water issues. They will learn about existing opportunities and challenges in the water industry, as well as current or future water projects underway in their communities.

Participant Requirements
• A resident of Santa Clara County
• At least 18 years old
• Must attend all six sessions

There is no cost to participate, but all participants must commit to attend all sessions in order to graduate and receive a certificate of completion.

Application Deadline: December 4, 2020 at 5 p.m.

The program will begin in March 2021 and is planned to run virtually via Zoom,
in accordance with expected COVID-19 public health guidelines.

For more information, visit: www.valleywater.org/Water101Academy 
The Santa Clara County Library District is offering Lobby Service. Patrons are welcome to enter to pick up holds and browse limited book and movie collections. For more information view the flyer.

The Santa Clara County Library District just set up a Free Online Tutoring Program.  For more information view the flyer.

View all services available at the Morgan Hill Library for Fall 2020. (English/Spanish)
VTA News
 
Check out the most recent news from Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
 
Your Morgan Hill
City hall
Morgan Hill City Hall 
Office Hours

City of Morgan Hill offices are closed due to the County shelter-in-place order.

If you have questions or concerns during this time please call our virtual call center.
408.767.6404
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Messages will be returned within 24 hours.
Elected Officials


County Supervisor
District 1: 

California State Assembly District 30: 
Robert Rivas

California State Senate District 17: 

U.S. Congressional District 19: 

City of Morgan Hill
Advisory Commissions:

City of Morgan Hill Advisory Committees: