Your Morgan Hill Weekly 411
News for the Week of September 21, 2020
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Hello Morgan Hill,
We hope you have enjoyed the improved air quality the last few days and have been able to get outside. Saturday, a spare the air alert will be in effect again. Wildfire smoke is currently impacting air quality throughout the Bay Area. Concentrations of particulate matter pollution are forecast to be unhealthy. High levels of particulate matter pollution are harmful to breathe, especially for young children, seniors, and those with respiratory and heart conditions. Protect your health by staying indoors and avoid unnecessary outdoor activities. Please check the Bay Area Air Quality Management District website for detailed information on air quality.
Trammell Crow Has Withdrawn Their Application for the
Morgan Hill Technology Center Project
The City was informed today that Trammell Crow is withdrawing their application for the Morgan Hill Technology Center project. Trammell Crow has received significant feedback from the community regarding the proposed project and will evaluate the feasibility of proceeding with a smaller-scale project that would meet the needs of the City and the community. At this time there is no further information regarding a potential new proposal or timing. Trammell Crow continues to own the 61-acre property on the east side of the freeway at Cochrane Road. The City is committed to informing the community about any information that we may receive in the future regarding Trammel Crow’s intention for the property.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15, 2020 through October 15, 2020. This is a time to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, as of last year, Hispanic and Latino Americans make up nearly 25% of Santa Clara County’s population.
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The Santa Clara County Library District is celebrating the month with events for people of all ages. For information on National Hispanic Heritage Month activities, view the flyer (English/Spanish).
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It is the last full week of National Preparedness Month, and this week we ask you to focus on Teaching Youth About Preparedness.
- Talk to your kids about preparing for emergencies and what to do in case you are separated.
- Reassure them by providing information about how they can get involved.
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- Hable con sus hijos sobre prepararse para emergencias y qué hacer si se separan.
- Les puede brindar seguridad al proporcionar información sobre cómo ellos pueden participar.
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Launch of Sidewalk Saturdays
Our Morgan Hill Economic Development team is happy to announce the launch of Sidewalk Saturdays, an outdoor pop up retail marketplace along the south sidewalk of East 3rd Street between Monterey Road and Depot Street, starting October 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. through the end of the year, weather permitting. There will be no street closures.
This retailer’s market is part of the City of Morgan Hill’s Economic Recovery Plan to support businesses during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place. Sidewalk Saturdays will provide non-food retailers an opportunity to showcase and sell their wares while at the same time creating a street activation that will attract or encourage visitors to stay longer and shop in Downtown. This program is part of the City’s Buy Local campaign, encouraging residents to support local businesses. We are inviting Downtown retailers to participate in Sidewalk Saturdays by activating their sidewalks with displays and extend the energy of Sidewalk Saturday’s throughout Downtown.
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November 3, 2020
General Election Information
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Vote Proud, Avoid the Crowd
Skip the lines and vote from home! Every registered voter will be mailed a vote by mail ballot; there are also in-person early voting options. There are many ways to vote safely; it is your choice.
No stamp, no problem
All voters will receive a free postage paid return envelope with your vote by mail ballot. Mail your ballot today and avoid the crowds on election day!
October 19, 2020
If you have moved, changed your name or political affiliation, you must re-register to vote.
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Morgan Hill 2020 Virtual Candidates Forum
(Casa de Ponzini)
Get to know the local candidates that are running by watching the virtual candidate forum video below.
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It’s not too late to participate in the 2020 Census!
844-330-2020 by September 30th to ensure Santa Clara County’s fair share of federal funding for healthcare, schools, roads, and more.
¡No es demasiado tarde para participar en el censo de 2020!
844-330-2020 antes del 30 de septiembre para garantizar la participación justa del condado de Santa Clara en fondos federales para atención médica, escuelas, carreteras y más.
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Stay Updated on the Coronavirus and
Local Sheltering in Place
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Get Tested
Santa Clara County continues to test people who have symptoms or do not have symptoms so that we can better understand how the virus is moving in our community.
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Meetings and Opportunities to Engage |
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Tuesday, September 22, 2020 |
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Free COVID-19 Testing
Council Chambers Building
9:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Testing will be by appointment only. This testing site is not designed to test individuals with symptoms of COVID-19. Individuals with symptoms should contact their healthcare provider for evaluation and testing.
To make an appointment:
Once all appointments are filled, this location will no longer appear for scheduling on the website. You can schedule from your phone or from a computer using a web browser other than Internet Explorer.
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Planning Commission Meeting
6:00 P.M. Workshop
7:00 P.M. Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a workshop on Industrial Preservation strategies and review Strategic Economics’ economic analysis of Morgan Hill’s vacant lands inventory. This workshop is in response to the City’s Economic Blueprint recommendation to adopt an Employment (Industrial) Land Preservation Policy with the intent to ensure long term fiscal sustainability.
The Planning Commission meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 17 and on the City’s website.
Or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 839 4802 5656
Public comment for Planning Commission meetings will be accepted via email to pcpubliccomment@morganhill.ca.gov. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment.
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Wednesday, September 23, 2020 |
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City Council Meeting
7:00 P.M.
The City Council Meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 17 and on the City’s website.
Or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 898 9931 3316
Public comment for this workshop 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.
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Valley Transportation Authority
Draft 2021 Transit Service Plan Virtual Community Meeting
6:00 P.M.
VTA is developing three service plan options for community feedback and ultimate VTA Board consideration will be implemented in February 2021. Each draft 2021 Transit Service Plan scenario will be leaner than our pre-COVID service to reflect the financial impact of COVID on VTA’s transit budget. We are asking the public to review and provide feedback on each scenario individually.
VTA will host two virtual community meetings that will feature a presentation from staff and opportunities for the public to ask questions and provide input.
For more information regarding the proposals visit the VTA website.
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Thursday, September 24, 2020 |
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Virtual Town Hall - Silicon Valley Clean Energy
5:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Please join us for our Virtual Community Town Hall Meetings now held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Bring your questions and comments for an open discussion with the City's Leadership Team.
Or Telephone: 1-669-900-9128 enter Webinar ID: 841 849 915#
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Tuesday, September 29, 2020 |
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Valley Transportation Authority
Draft 2021 Transit Service Plan Virtual Community Meeting
11:00 A.M.
VTA is developing three service plan options for community feedback and ultimate VTA Board consideration will be implemented in February 2021. Each draft 2021 Transit Service Plan scenario will be leaner than our pre-COVID service to reflect the financial impact of COVID on VTA’s transit budget. We are asking the public to review and provide feedback on each scenario individually.
VTA will host two virtual community meetings that will feature a presentation from staff and opportunities for the public to ask questions and provide input.
For more information regarding the proposals visit the VTA website.
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Public Project and Maintenance Updates
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The Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara is now accepting applications for service on the 2021 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury. The deadline to submit an application for consideration for service is Friday, September 25, 2020. For more information and to submit an application click here.
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VTA News
Check out the most recent news from Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
Draft 2021 Transit Service Plan
VTA is developing three service plan options for community feedback and ultimate VTA Board consideration will be implemented in February 2021. VTA will host two virtual community meetings that will feature a presentation from staff and opportunities for the public to ask questions and provide input.
For more information or to register for a virtual meeting visit the VTA website.
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Santa Clara County Library District is offering
Click here to sign up for the weekly newsletter.
Grab & Go Supper Meals now available at South County locations. For more information and locations view the flyer. (English/Spanish)
View all services available at the Morgan Hill Library for Fall 2020. (English/Spanish)
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Drop-In Internet Access
The Edward Boss Prado Foundation is providing "Drop-In" internet access to students in need of internet for distance learning.
No appointment or identification needed, and the program is free.
This program is available Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30 am -12 noon at 35 Peebles Avenue, Morgan Hill.
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Valley Water District News |
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Check out the most recent news from Valley Water District's News for September 2020.
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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.
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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:
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