The Covid-19 vaccine is now available for all Santa Clara County residents age 12 and older. The Healthier Kids Foundation, in partnership with the County, is offering a vaccination support hotline, details and contact information available.

Appointments to get a vaccine are available on the county’s website at sccfreevax.org, which includes information about numerous drop-in vaccination sites throughout the county.

While previously booked appointments take precedence, there will be vaccine clinics between May 15 - 19, hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. daily, and walk-ins are welcome. Vaccines for the 12 to 15 year old age bracket will be available. Those under 18 should have a parent or guardian present. The number of walk ins accepted is subject to the number of doses available from that day's supply.

This location is open to active, enrolled students throughout the Morgan Hill Unified School District. Appointments for students 12+ can be scheduled at https://mhealthsystem.com/MHUSDCovidStudents.

Bay Area Community Health has partnered with VTA to host a community vaccination site. 

Need a ride to your vaccine appointment? Call VTA! Dial 408-809-2124 to schedule your ride. This service is for anyone in need of transportation to get vaccinated, regardless of immigration status.

The Catholic Charities Program is rental assistance for tenants who have past due rent from April 1, 2020 - March 31, 2021. 

How do I apply? You may call Catholic Charities, 408-273-7478, or apply directly at the CA Rent Relief Program detailed on the Housing is Key website, which contains resources for renters and landlords. 

Many organizations offer free food services for our community. For information regarding these programs, please view the flyers below.

On the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday every month, drive-thru food distribution is available in the Gavilan College Gilroy Campus in Parking Lot A (North Entrance). Register online: www.gavilan.edu/foodpantry

7:00 p.m. Virtual Meeting Information

Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: https://bit.ly/ParksandRecreationCommission or by calling in to: 669-900-9128, then enter the meeting ID: 845 7667 3771#

Public comment for Parks and Recreation Commission meetings will be accepted via email to chris.ghione@morganhill.ca.gov. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment.

Affordable Housing 101, Tuesday, May 18, 5 p.m. Registration Required

This Spanish language event, with English language translation, introduces attendees to affordable housing and how to access opportunities—Email Diana Castillo, of Santa Clara County, with any questions.

This program is part of a larger series of workshops and community meetings covering housing. Please view this document for a list of what is currently scheduled.

To get on the list for this year’s complimentary Bike to Wherever bike bags, register your pledge to ride at https://bikesiliconvalley.org/btwd/. We hope to see you there!

Visit the City of Morgan Hill's webpage, 2021 Housing Conversation, to find a list of dates and details about the program. Some of the sessions are in partnership with SV@Home.

Friday, May 28, 10:00 a.m. Registration Required

Join the City of Morgan Hill and SV@Home panelists to talk about both the need and the value in creating space for an agricultural workforce. South County farms and ag workers feed Santa Clara County, and housing is a critical part of making it all work. Email Rebecca Garcia, City of Morgan Hill's Housing Manager, with any questions.

Experience the benefits of membership without the commitment! Gift your family a summer of health and fun with our Summer Access Pass to the Aquatics Center and Centennial Recreation Center. It is a three-month membership, June 1 - September 6, starting at $315 for one adult and all children in the household!

For full details, please see the Summer Access Pass Flyer (PDF) or visit www.morganhill.ca.gov/membership.

Course certifies students in lifeguarding, CPR, and AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Title 22. The flyer details schedule and registration.

Register online, or call 408-310-4251 or email Anna Bielecki for questions.

Please register and join neighbors from 8:30 a.m. - noon. Location: 80 W Highland Ave. 

Interactive parent/caregiver and child (ages 0-8) workshop with fun activities and story time Mondays & Wednesday, May 17th - June 21st, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

To register, call or email: 408-846-2140, nanguiano@rcskids.org.

Parent Cafes are an opportunity to share information and ideas to help us take care of ourselves, raise strong children, and build resilience within our families. Cafes will be held via Zoom in English on Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. View all dates and topics in English and Spanish.

To register, call or email: 408-846-2140, nanguiano@rcskids.org.

Now Accepting Applications

Culinary Arts: Join us for a safe, in-person, outdoor group on the lawn in front of Rebekah Children's Services. In partnership with the Culinary Academy and Chef Carlos, you will be working in our outdoor kitchen and making gourmet afternoon snacks.

Art & Life Skills: Learn self-improvement, decision making, coping with anxiety, communication skills, and social skills while expressing yourself with art. Art mediums may include watercolor, arts and crafts, and a variety of expression paintings.

Interested students must complete an application and over-the-phone interview before being accepted into the program. Submit completed applications to culinaryacademy@rcskids.org.

Applications are now being accepted for the class of 2022. Apply now for the greatest opportunity and start making a difference in your community today! Visit Leadership's Recruiting Fair webpage for information.

Join the meeting by clicking the link. https://valleywater.zoom.us/j/81890640488 

Webinar ID: 818 9064 0488 

There will be a question-and-answer session during the virtual public meeting. The public can submit questions in advance by emailing Neighborhood Liaison Tony Mercado at tmercado@valleywater.org. For more project information, visit the project webpage at www.valleywater.org/anderson-dam-project. You can also connect with us directly via our new online engagement site Be Heard at https://beheard.valleywater.org.

A Webinar from Leadership Morgan Hill

in partnership with the City of Morgan Hill

5:30 - 7:00 p.m., Registration Required

Where does our water come from and what’s the outlook for the near future? There’s been water flowing into the ponds along 101. Where does it go? What’s happening with Llagas Creek and Lake Silveira? And what is the latest with Anderson Dam & Reservoir?

Find out the answers to these questions and learn about South County’s water supply and current drought conditions.

Event Details and Guest Speakers: Executives & Management of Valley Water.

For more information please email: info@leadershipmorganhill.org.

Drive-thru event - Participants interested in obtaining FREE orientation, legal consultation, application assistance, and study materials can call 408-510-4358 in English or Spanish to register for the event.

Diners can "Pay it Forward" by purchasing a $12 San Martin Cafe gift certificate with their meal. These certificates will be distributed by the Edward Boss Prado Foundation to hungry individuals, families and veterans who reside in San Martin, Morgan Hill and Gilroy.

View the flyer for more information.

San Martin Cafe: 13475 Monterey Road, San Martin, Everyday: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) invites you to attend a community meeting regarding the U.S. 101/State Route 25 Interchange project. The proposed project is the first phase of the larger U.S. 101 Improvement Project Between Monterey Road and State Route129 project, which was last shared with the community when the Environmental Impact

Report was completed in May 2013. View the Meeting information and Fact Sheet for additional information.

The proposed Phase 1 layout that will be shared during the meeting is available online at the project website.

Zoom link: Join the meeting

Webinar ID: 886 5197 4626, Passcode: 350327

Dial-In Option: 669-219-2599

Spanish translation will be provided at this meeting. Individuals who require other language translation, American Sign Language, or documents in accessible formats are requested to contact VTA Community Outreach at 408-321-7575 / 408-321-2330 TTY at least 5 business days before the meeting.

For more meeting details please call VTA Community Outreach 408-321-7575, or email community.outreach@vta.org.

The Boys and Girls Club in Morgan Hill is ready for an exciting summer filled with fun, friends, and adventure. The club's website details program information, fees, and registration info.

Planning in-person July 4th celebrations in Morgan Hill is moving forward. Follow Morgan Hill Freedom Fest on Facebook or its new website for confirmations of activities when available.

This program runs every Thursday through November. It offers fundamental life skills, such as communication, cultural competence, conflict resolution, healthy relationships, the ability to cope, overcoming obstacles, decision making, identity, substance abuse awareness, building community, giving back, leadership, mindfulness, restorative circles, self-care and much more. (evidence-based curriculum).

To register, scan the QR code on the event FLYER or contact: Dori Prado 408-390-9012 for any additional information needed.

Starting June 19th, Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Learn local history, membership, and how to support the Historical Society.

The Library District is launching a new program: delivering books directly to patrons who cannot come to the library due to illness, injury, impairment, disability, or have unreliable access to transportation. Flyers in English and Spanish.

Morgan Hill City Council 

District 1: Mike Wasserman