Your Morgan Hill Weekly 411
News for the Week of November 30, 2020  
Hello Morgan Hill!
We hope that everyone had a very warm and happy Thanksgiving. The holiday season has now officially begun and while the holidays can be filled with joy and happiness, for many it is a challenging and difficult time even in the best of circumstances. As numbers of cases of COVID-19 continue to increase, so does the associated anxiety, feelings of fear and uncertainty, and other mental health concerns around the developing situation.
 
We want to remind everyone that the mental health effects of COVID-19 are just as important to address as are the physical health effects. The County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) and our Community Based Organizations continue to provide services and support. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you are in need.
 
Important numbers to keep handy this season:
·       Mental Health Services 1(800)704-0900
 
·       Substance Use Services 1(800)488-9919
 
·       Suicide and Crisis Hotline 24/7 1(855)278-4204​​ Or Text RENEW to 741741

Small Business Saturday

While we could use some rain, it will be perfect weather to shop Small Business Saturday, this Saturday, November 28th. Come out and support our local small businesses.

For more information, visit Sidewalk Saturdays - https://www.facebook.com/SidewalkSaturdaysMorganHill
Holiday Passport

Morgan Hill Buy Local is launching a Holiday Shopping Passport this holiday season on December 1st.

The Holiday Shopping Passport encourages residents to make a total of (16) $20 purchases at participating businesses between December 1st and January 1st, resulting in a $320 investment in "Buying Locally". Once fully signed, completed Passports are submitted to 1 of 3 locations to be entered into (3) separate Prize Drawings on January 5th. Shoppers are encouraged to submit multiple Passports to increase the chances of winning!

To learn more visit the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce website.

 
Stay Updated on the Coronavirus and
Local Sheltering in Place
If everyone does their part to stop the spread, we will prevent maxing out California's hospital systems, ensure health care workers can come to work safely, and protect the most vulnerable.

California's limited Stay at Home Order is in effect until 12/21.
Holiday Checklist

COVID-19 cases are higher than ever, so it is dangerous to gather indoors or travel. Your holiday checklist should look like this: 
✔️ Cancel plans to visit others indoors 
✔️ Cancel any travel plans 
✔️ Stay home and celebrate with my household or virtually 
If you must gather or travel, make sure to: 
✔️ Wear a mask and stay distanced (including around family members you don’t live with) 
✔️ Stay outside; but if inside, open the windows for ventilation 
✔️ Quarantine for 14 days after you return home from travel 
Free Influenza Testing with COVID Testing 

Free COVID-19 testing facilities at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds and the rotating city-based sites now include a test for influenza, offering an added benefit with no additional cost, inconvenience, or additional procedure.

For more information and a list of available sites visit the SCC Public Health Department website HERE.

Remember, flu shots are free. Every person aged 6 months and older needs the flu vaccine. Protect your family. The Fairgrounds is offering free flu shots every Saturday until mid-December. 
For more information visit: sccphd.org/flu
Meetings and Opportunities to Engage
Saturday, November 28, 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.

Saturday, November 28th is Small Business Saturday!

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

Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Library, Culture, and Arts Commission Meeting
7:00 pm
 
 
The Library, Culture, and Arts 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/LCACMeeting
 
Or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 874 0656 4997
  
Public comment for Library, Culture, and Arts 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  
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
City Council Meeting
5:30 P.M
Affordable Housing and Homelessness Workshop

7:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting
 
 
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/120220CityCouncilMtg
Or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128 and entering webinar ID 814 9338 1114.
 
 
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.  
Public Project and Maintenance Updates

Partner Agency News
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.

PLEASE NOTE: Libraries fit into the state's retail category for COVID. The move from orange to purple tier does not impact the services they are offering. It does impact how many people that can be let into the space at once. They can only allow 6 people into the lobby at a time so patrons may have to wait a bit longer to get into the building.


Grab & Go Supper Meals now available at South County locations starting Monday November 30, 2020.
 
Morgan Hill Library (parking lot)
660 West Main Avenue
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
4:00 - 5:00 pm 
 
For more information and locations view the flyer. (English/Spanish) 

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)

Check out the most recent news from Valley Water District's News in their November 2020 Newsletter.
VTA News
 
Check out the most recent news from Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
 
Your Morgan Hill
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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.
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
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City of Morgan Hill Advisory Committees: