Your Morgan Hill Weekly 411
News for the Week of November 2, 2020
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Happy Halloween and Dia de Los Muertos Weekend Morgan Hill! |
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Halloween celebrations may have to look a little different this year but having fun doesn’t have to be “witchful thinking”. Consider new ways of celebrating, such as a scavenger hunt-style trick-or-treat search with your household members, carving pumpkins, or watching a spooky Halloween movie.
The Santa Clara County Library District is hosting virtual Halloween and Day of the Dead events. There will be a Halloween Online Storytime on Saturday at 11 a.m. Then on Sunday at 11 a.m. join them for a Day of the Dead Altar virtual tour. Learn all about the traditional elements of an altar and its celebration of life. Both events will be streamed on the SCCLD Facebook.
You can also find Halloween crafts from cupcake toppers to jewelry, pumpkin decorating, and gingerbread haunted houses through links on the library website! If you decorate a pumpkin, be sure to share your creation on the SCCLD Pumpkin Art Gallery!
View the Santa Clara County Public Health Departments guide to safer Diá de los Muertos and Halloween activities HERE.
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Time to Fall Back
It's that time of year again...it's time to fall back. Enjoy your extra hour of sleep on Sunday morning without missing a minute of your Sunday Funday!
Daylight Savings Time ends this Sunday November 1, 2020 at 2:00 a.m. Be sure to set your clocks back 1 hour before you go to bed on Saturday night.
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New Watering Schedule Effective November 1st
Water is always a precious resource in Morgan Hill and with this in mind, our permanent watering restrictions have been designed to best manage the City's potable water supply. These restrictions help us avoid or minimize the effects of drought, climate change and the unreliability of the imported water infrastructure that serves the City of Morgan Hill.
From November 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021, watering is limited to Wednesdays only.
- Irrigation is allowed before 9 AM or after 7 PM
- Watering is limited to no more than 15 minutes per station
- Watering returns to the three day a week schedule on April 1, 2021
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Scam alert: “Apology from electric company”
The California Public Utilities Commission is asking that community members be made aware of a new scam going around: people are being cold-called by would-be scammers with spoofed telephone numbers (often with the same prefix as the intended victim’s own phone) and greeted by a recording saying, “This is an apology from your electric company.” The call then offers a rebate due to overcharging, and if the intended victim stays on, a live caller joins and attempts to solicit bank information.
There is no such active rebate program currently being offered by any major utility in California, and should one ever be offered, it would likely be in the form of bill credits. The FCC investigates such scams, and the CPUC advises that Californians immediately hang up on any such calls received.
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BUY LOCAL
Now more than ever it's important to buy local.
WHY?
- It Boosts the Local Economy
- Buying Local Creates Local Jobs
- It Supports Local Community Groups
When you buy in Morgan Hill up to 78% of your purchase stays in the Morgan Hill economy, supporting our schools, parks, and community services. To learn more about the buy local campaign in Morgan Hill visit https://www.buylocalmorganhill.com/.
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November 3, 2020
General Election Information
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Only 4 more days...
For more information about voting in Santa Clara County visit sccvote.org.
Election Guide and Election Information
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Vote Centers Open
October 31, 2020 through November 3, 2020 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily
- City of Morgan Hill Council Chamber Building, 17555 Peak Avenue
- Morgan Hill Presbyterian Church, 16970 De Witt Avenue
- Ann Sobrato High School Arts Theater Center Lobby, 401 Burnett Avenue
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Vote Safely
Have you made plans to vote safely this year? There are several ways to vote in the Nov. 3 election:
- Drop off your ballot at 98 countywide certified drop boxes
- Take your ballot to the Registrar of Voters office (1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, 8 am to 5 pm, Monday - Friday)
- Vote in person at your local vote center while social distancing and wearing masks.
- Remember to stay safe!
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Meetings and Opportunities to Engage |
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Saturday, October 31, 2020 |
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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.
Local photographer Rosie Janssen Photography is popping up on Halloween offering 5 minute photo mini’s at $25 for 2 digital images! Limit 3 kids per session, book directly with Rosie at rosiejanssen@yahoo.com Walk ups also welcome.
HEALTH PROTOCOLS:
- Face Masks / Coverings Required
- Hand Sanitizing Stations
- Hand Sanitizer at Vendor Tables
- 6ft Physical Distancing
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Morgan Hill Historical Society presents:
Día de los Muertos – Community Altars
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill (*advance registration required*)
Celebrate in honor and remembrance of departed loved ones and ancestors.
To Register: Call Kathy Chavez Napoli at knapoli@morganhillhistoricalsociety.com
to reserve a 15-minute time slot for yourself or your group of up to 5 people. Register early, only 40 reservation time-slots available. No admittance without confirmed registration. View Flyer HERE.
Add to the Ofrenda: Bring up to three gift offerings to place on the Día de los Muertos Community Altars. Details provided with registration. Note: items cannot be returned.
This event will comply with Santa Clara County COVID-19 guidelines:
- Masks must be worn at all times.
- Maintain social distancing (six feet apart).
- For the safety of our visitors, there will be no parking onsite.
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Tuesday, November 3, 2020 |
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Election Day
November 3, 2020 General Election
If you have not yet voted, get out and vote.
October 31, 2020 through November 3, 2020 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily
- City of Morgan Hill Council Chamber Building, 17555 Peak Avenue
- Morgan Hill Presbyterian Church, 16970 De Witt Avenue
- Ann Sobrato High School Arts Theater Center Lobby, 401 Burnett Avenue
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Library, Culture, and Arts Commission Meeting
CANCELLED
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Wednesday, November 4, 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.
Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: https://bit.ly/110420CityCouncilMtg or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 881 9811 7548.
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.
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Friday, November 13, 2020 |
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Morgan Hill Community Foundation - Philanthropy Night Virtual Gala
6:45 P.M. - 8:15 P.M.
MHCF's Philanthropy Night is geared toward recognizing the good work of local volunteers and philanthropists who embody the “Give Where You Live” spirit. MHCF is continuing this important tradition and will conduct a virtual event this year.
Tickets for the 15th Annual Philanthropy Night are on sale now! $10 of each ticket purchase will go into the MHCF Disaster Relief Fund. Each ticket includes a four-course meal from one of three local Restaurants. Choose from Craft Roots Vegan Bar & Grill, Ladera Grill, or Rosy's at the Beach. Ticket purchase information is available here.
- Location: Downtown Morgan Hill between First and Fifth Streets on Monterey Road
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How to watch: Facebook Live, YouTube, Zoom Webinar, and here on the MHCF website
- Program: 90 Minutes of presentations and awards including live discussion as well as pre-recorded segments
- Master of Ceremonies: Jona Denz-Hamilton, Radio Personality and long-time MHCF Gala Host
- Price: The virtual event program is free
- Event Ticket Option: Includes a take-out dinner at a local restaurant and a packet specially prepared for this event with $10 of the ticket price going to the MHCF Disaster Relief Fund.
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Public Project and Maintenance Updates
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Madrone Channel Trail Project
Phase 1 improvements to the Madrone Channel Trail began on October 15, 2020. This is the first of a two-phase project to provide a paved trail along Valley Water’s Madrone Channel. This trail runs along the east side of Highway 101 for approximately 2.9 miles.
The first phase is approximately 1.1 miles and includes a 6’ wide trail between Cochrane Avenue and Main Avenue. During the construction of this project from October 15 through the end of November, the Madrone Channel Trail will be closed from Cochrane Avenue to Main Avenue.
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This project is made possible by Valley Water through the Safe, Clean Water, and Natural Flood Protection Program. This project is also made possible by the MTC Transportation Development Act (TDA Grant) and the VTA Transportation Fund for Clean Air (TFCA Grant). |
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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.
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The Santa Clara County Library District just set up a Free Online Tutoring Program. For more information view the flyer.
Santa Clara County Library District is offering
View all services available at the Morgan Hill Library for Fall 2020. (English/Spanish)
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VTA News
Check out the most recent news from Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
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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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