Your Morgan Hill Weekly 411
News for the Week of February 15, 2021
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Happy Weekend Morgan Hill! |
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Yesterday was the Lunar New Year! After all the challenges that have been thrust upon us this past year, we hope that this year will bring you many new blessings. As we transition from winter to spring, let us welcome new beginnings and opportunities. Stay safe and stay strong!
The celebrating continues throughout the weekend with Valentine's Day on Sunday (Don't forget your sweetheart!) and President's Day on Monday, providing a three day weekend for many. Enjoy!
Just a reminder that the City of Morgan Hill will be observing the President's Day Holiday on Monday, February 15, 2021. All public safety services will continue as usual but calls to City Hall and the virtual call center will not be answered. All messages will be returned on Tuesday, February 16th.
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The first official observance of Black History Month came in February 1976, from President Gerald Ford. He proclaimed: “In the Bicentennial year of our Independence, we can review with admiration the impressive contributions of black Americans to our national life...".
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Planned Volunteer Cleanups for Parks and Public Spaces
Thank you to all of the volunteers and groups working to help keep Morgan Hill beautiful through individual and group cleanup efforts!
Help do your part to keep our parks, trails, and creeks clean. You can help Morgan Hill's parks, trails, and creeks by donating your time or purchasing a new park improvement.
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Food Services and Supper Programs in Morgan Hill
Did you know that there are many organizations in Morgan Hill that offer free food services for our community?
For information regarding these programs, please view the flyers below.
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For more updates and information, the public may visit the county’s website.
Information about vaccine eligibility and distribution is available at www.sccfreevax.org.
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Meetings and Opportunities to Engage |
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Tuesday, February 16, 2021 |
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Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
7:00 P.M.
The Parks and Recreation Commission 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/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.
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Wednesday, February 17, 2021 |
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City Council Workshop on
Last Mile (local) Delivery/Distribution
5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.
City Council Meeting
7:00 P.M.
Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: https://bit.ly/MHCityCouncilMeeting or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 841 4277 4329#
Public comment may be provided in the following ways:
- Join the virtual City Council meeting via the link above, when public comment is opened, raise your virtual hard and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes
- Join the virtual meeting by calling in to the number above, dial *9 to raise your hand and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes
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Send public comments in writing to the City Clerk at ccpubliccomment@morganhill.ca.gov
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This City Council Workshop will be live streamed on Channel 17, on the City’s website and on the City’s Facebook* page.
* Please note that comments made on Facebook are not considered public comment.
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Weds & Thurs, February 24 & 25, 2021 |
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Valley Water - Pacheco Reservoir Expansion Project
Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
Dial-in +1 669 900 9128
Webinar ID: 919 2110 7970
Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
Dial-in +1 669 900 9128
Webinar ID: 980 8812 8557
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Public Project and Maintenance Updates
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Caltrain, SamTrans Adjust Schedules For Presidents’ Day Holiday
Caltrain will operate a modified schedule on Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 15. Caltrain will operate 38 trains, including early morning service and two round trip trains between Gilroy and San Francisco.
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Annual Floodplain Mailer 2020-21
Each year, Valley Water sends residents and businesses in Santa Clara County's Special Flood Hazard Areas an Annual Floodplain Mailer. For more information click HERE.
Join Valley Water's FREE Virtual Water Infrastructure Tour
Valley Water invites the public to take a free virtual tour of some of our water infrastructure facilities. On this tour, attendees will learn how our infrastructure works together to provide safe, clean drinking water to residents of Santa Clara County and how Valley Water is responding to the various challenges that impact our water supply.
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All sessions in the February series (Feb. 16 - 25) run from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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To join one of the webinars Click HERE.
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Eight Community Choice Aggregators Partner to Form California Community Power – A Joint Powers Authority
$20,000 in Scholarships for Youth Film Competition:
EmPower Silicon Valley
Do you know a high school student interested in climate solutions? Silicon Valley Clean Energy is providing $20,000 in scholarships as part of a new youth competition. Youth will share their ideas and solutions for fighting climate change. No prior film or climate change knowledge necessary. Learn more about the competition and sign up for updates at SVCleanEnergy.org/Empower-SV.
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VTA is making more room to social distance. View the newsletter HERE.
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Morgan Hill Community Foundation Meals for Heroes Program
Two of the most impacted Morgan Hill industries in the midst of COVID-19 are medical and hospitality. Your donation will help provide meals for local healthcare workers and financial support for local small business restaurants.
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February Free Library Events:
New Online Program Helps Adults Get High School Diplomas
The Santa Clara County Library District is happy to offer a new online program that makes it simple and convenient for adults to obtain high school diplomas and learn new careers.
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Darren Dean Vocational Education Grant
The Rotary Club of Morgan Hill is offering financial aid to Adults, age 17+, who live in the Morgan Hill Unified School District boundaries.
The Darren Dean Vocational Education Grant supports people who want experience and knowledge in skilled labor, such as the construction trades. Due date is March 15, 2021. See the attached flyer for additional information.
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Morgan Hill City Hall
Office Hours
City of Morgan Hill offices are closed due to the current State Stay Home 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.
The City of Morgan Hill will be observing the President's Day Holiday on Monday, February 15, 2021. All public safety services will continue as usual but calls to City Hall and the virtual call center will not be answered. All messages will be returned on Tuesday, February 16th.
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Elected Officials
County Supervisor
District 1:
California State Assembly District 30:
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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