“Do 1 Thing” is a 12-month program that makes it easy to prepare yourself, your family, and our community for emergencies and disasters because preparedness tasks are broken down into small, manageable steps. Each month Morgan Hill's Office of Emergency Services will release a new educational YouTube video (April's) to help you complete the program. 

April focuses on preparing enough Food, preparing an emergency food supply that will meet your household's needs for three days without outside help.

The County of Santa Clara has moved to the Orange Tier of the Blueprint for a Safer Economy and will continue to align with the State's framework. For information on what the State allows in the Orange Tier, visit the State's website.

State Vaccine Update: 

The state is expanding who is eligible to get the vaccine based on expected supply increases. Beginning April 1, 2021, all Californians ages 50+ are eligible for the vaccine. And beginning April 15, 2021, all Californians ages 16+ will be eligible for the vaccine.

County Vaccine Update: 

The county is still waiting for adequate vaccine supply from the state to utilize its vaccination capacity, despite the State's announcement that vaccine eligibility would expand.

Santa Clara County continues to expand its COVID-19 vaccination outreach efforts for those who may have difficulty getting to a vaccination site. Residents can email CovidVaxHome@phd.sccgov.org or call 408-970-2818 for more information or to register.

The Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency announced that it is now accepting applications for the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Program.

Tenants or landlords can visit the Housing is Key website or call toll-free 833-430-2122. 

6:00 p.m. View LCAC meeting information

Members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: https://bit.ly/LCACMeeting. Or call in to: 669-900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 830 4187 3791#

Public comment for Library, Culture, and Arts Commission meetings will be accepted via email to Chris Ghione. Members of the public may speak during public comment.

Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: https://bit.ly/MHCityCouncilMeeting or call 669-900-9128,

then enter the meeting id: 873 3200 8380#

Public comment for this meeting will be accepted via email. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment.  

Those members of the community that would like to participate in this meeting may do so by joining the virtual meeting at: https://bit.ly/Communitytownhall or calling in to: 669-900-9128, then enter the webinar id: 828 0731 9295 #

View the meeting as it is streamed on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morganhillengage/

The Recreation Team is seeking enthusiastic, responsible teammates interested in creating summer memories as Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Splash Swim Coaches at the Aquatic Center and YMCA Kids Club Program Leaders at the Centennial Recreation Center.

A great opportunity awaits; check it out!

The first Lifeguard training class will be available at the beginning of May. Apply for the Lifeguard position online, and sign up for Lifeguard training today at www.mhreconline.com course #WSD001.

For more information on the YMCA Kids Club Program Leader positions, apply at www.ymcasv.org, select careers, then job #MM-2462. Join us today!

Stay tuned for more programs throughout the summer months! For additional information and to become a member, visit www.morganhill.ca.gov/crcmembership.

From April 1, 2021, through October 31, 2021, watering is limited to three days a week. Guidelines are available from the City's Environmental Services department.

Complete rules and restrictions: Water Waste Ordinance No. 2236. Thank you for conserving! 

Santa Clara County COVID-19 Community Ambassador Program (CAP) Ambassadors Training 

To register: https://tinyurl.com/CAP-EngAmbTrnng-April3. After you register, you will receive a personalized link to join. If you have any questions, please contact the CAP Team.

Families can register for the April 6th food distribution at Gavilan College, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Families who register will be contacted via email and/or text message with a pickup time on April 6th.

Additional information about its ongoing food distribution program is available at www.gavilan.edu/foodpantry.

Registration required

Presented entirely in Spanish, the City of Gilroy is proud to host a FREE Homeownership Webinar. Learn more about this new down payment assistance program and how it can help you become a first-time homebuyer in Santa Clara County. All are welcome.

For more information about the program, visit http://www.housingtrustsv.org/empower

or view flyers in English and Spanish.

Detailed information and application

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.

Call to register: 408-767-1194 or email Rebekah Children's Services. Program Event Flyer with Information in English and Spanish

Join us to learn about types of peer pressure and how to avoid them. For questions, email Chiquy Mejia or call 408-310-4253.

Event and registration information, plus QR code available on event flyer.

The session covers homelessness in our community, including root causes, supportive housing effectiveness, progress toward housing goals, and how you can get involved.

Guest Speakers: Robert Stromberg, Rebecca Garcia, Tim Davis, Mike Beasley

Registration Link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_o0YPuUdwQcO0UXHG4NmLvA

For information, email: info@leadershipmorganhill.org or visit Leadership Morgan Hill

Registration: QR code or youngwomenleaders.org/

Free series of six online presentations made by and for young adults, 6th grade through college. Discussions cover propaganda, persuasion, nutrition, wildlife, and many more topics.

Young Women Leaders is affiliated with Morgan Hill's

American Association of University Women (AAUW)

For more information and to register, contact program coordinator Ariana Cvitanic,

408-709-4401 or resilientfamiliesgilroy@gmail.com. Flyers in English and Spanish.

FREE online classes for mothers of teenage and young adult children.

Registration required: email or call 408-709-4401. Website general information and event flyers in English and Spanish.

PARTI Program is hosting a variety of activities this summer. The group's mission is to promote education around youth healthy lifestyles and healthy decision-making. Multiple upcoming dates:

April 21, 2021, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., event information available.

South County Safe Summer Kickoff: May 29 in Gilroy, May 30 in Morgan Hill, locations TBD.

The Morgan Hill branch of AAUW is offering three types of scholarships:

More information available in English and Spanish.

Applications Due May 15

The Grant supports people who want experience and knowledge in skilled labor, such as the construction trades. Complete information available.

For more information and to register, view flyers in English and Spanish.

In June 2021, most residential customers in Santa Clara County will be transitioned to a new Time-of-Use electricity rate. This transition is a part of a statewide effort to improve how electricity is used on the grid and support California’s shift toward clean energy.

You have rate choices; customers can change their rate at any time through their PG&E account. For more information on the rate transition, visit www.svcleanenergy.org/time-of-use. 

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 at www.gavilan.edu/foodpantry

Free after-school distance learning tutoring pods available March 22 - May 27, 2021, for Santa Clara County Library District (SCCLD) service area residents.

The Distinguished Author Series brings together great authors who spark new thoughts, ideas, and deep discussion. Join the SCCLD for this series from April 14 - May 22, 2021. Advanced registration is required.

The SCCLD 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.

Caltrain has reduced the price of its Monthly Pass by 20 percent from April to September. Riders can purchase an April Pass starting March 21.

Pacific Gas and Electric Company has announced that it will extend the existing COVID 19 customer protections through June 30, 2021. 

Morgan Hill City Council 

District 1: Mike Wasserman