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GilroyCA averageUS Census ACS
Population
58,561
Per-capita income
$46,830
Median home value
$975,800
Bachelor's or higher
29%
Typical home value $1,044,931 +1% yr/yr · +9.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$115.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$101.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$54.6M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$110.0M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,750 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202512 housing units ($7.2M)
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2024-11-05
Greg Bozzo ✓ 11,274 · Marie Blankley 11,063
City Council 2024-11-05
Zach Hilton ✓ 10,895 · Terence Fugazzi ✓ 10,072 · Kelly Ramirez ✓ 9,012 · Fred Tovar 8,625 · Stefanie Elle 7,718 · Rebeca Armendariz 5,689
City Council 2022-11-08
Tom Cline ✓ 7,776 · Carol Marques ✓ 7,528 · Dion Bracco ✓ 6,664 · Jan Bernstein Chargin 5,718 · Joseph Robinson 4,449 · Ronald Robinson, Jr. 3,837
Mayor 2020-11-03
Marie Blankley ✓ 16,046 · Reid Lerner 7,256
City Council 2020-11-03
Zach Hilton ✓ 12,814 · Fred M. Tovar ✓ 11,808 · Rebeca Armendariz ✓ 10,375 · Carol Marques 8,372 · Danny Mitchell 7,543
City Council
TOM CLINE ✓ 7,776 · CAROL MARQUES ✓ 7,528 · DION BRACCO ✓ 6,664 · JAN BERNSTEIN CHARGIN 5,718 · JOSEPH ROBINSON 4,449 · RONALD ROBINSON, JR. 3,837
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure C
2024-11-05 · Failed — 13,438 yes / 8,772 no
Measure D
2022-11-08 · Passed — 9,885 yes / 3,845 no

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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Gilroy City Council to consider moratorium extension on detention facilities

The City Council will hold public hearings on mobile vending regulations and a ban on using potable water for nonfunctional turf. The body is also considering extending a moratorium on detention and custodial facilities through October 4, 2027.

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Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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November 2, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 7 City Council Regular Meeting CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026 | 6:00 PM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING Remote Participation Gilroy City Council meetings are held in person. The community may attend in person or via Zoom (video/teleconference). The meetings are also live-streamed on the City's website and YouTube. Those wishing to participate in the meetings remotely may join using the following link: https://bit.ly/GilroyCityCouncilMeetings. Additionally, Zoom participants must be running the latest version or will be required to update to it before joining the meeting remotely. Remote participation is also available by calling (669) 900-6833 and entering webinar ID: 930 2066 6240#. Dial *9 to raise your hand, and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes. Dial *6 to unmute. Public Comment COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.** The am …
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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Sat Nov 14, 2026 · 09:30

General

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Wed Jan 6, 2027 · 08:00

General

South County Regional Wastewater Authority, Gilroy
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Jan 12, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Jan 19, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Feb 9, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Feb 16, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Mar 9, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Mar 16, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Apr 13, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Apr 20, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue May 11, 2027 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue May 18, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon May 24, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon May 24, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon May 24, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Jun 15, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Jul 20, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Aug 17, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Aug 23, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Sep 13, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Sep 13, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Sep 21, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Sep 27, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Oct 11, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Mon Oct 11, 2027 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Oct 19, 2027 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Oct 25, 2027 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy

Recent meetings

Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 19:00

Library Commission

Library Commission to approve 2027 meeting schedule

The Library Commission will meet to approve its 2027 meeting schedule and review workplan updates. The body will also receive reports from the Gilroy Library and the Santa Clara County Library.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy Library Commission approves 2027 meeting schedule

The Gilroy Library Commission approved the 2027 meeting schedule and amended the minutes from their August 12, 2026, meeting to include the Santa Clara County Library District's vision and mission statement. Commissioners also received updates on the library workplan and reports from library staff regarding upcoming programs and community outreach.

Gilroy Library Meeting Room, Gilroy
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Library Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 2 October 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM CITY OF GILROY LIBRARY COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM GILROY LIBRARY MEETING ROOM 350 W. 6TH STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Victoria Coverson-Baxter Vice Chair: Jan Guffey Commissioners: Saeid Nooshabadi, Joseph Coughlan, Christina Tovar Staff Liaison: Cindy Murphy, Finance Director & Adam Henig, Recreation Manager In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Library Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofgilroy.org subject to the Staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public. Commissions, task forces, councils and other agencies of the City exist to conduct the people's business. This ordinance assures that deliberations are conducted before the people and th …
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October 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM Page 1 of 3 Library Commission Minutes City of Gilroy Library Commission Minutes Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER Meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Commissioner Coverson-Baxter. 2. ROLL CALL PRESENT Victoria Coverson-Baxter, Commissioner Jan Guffey, Commissioner Christina Tovar, Commissioner Joseph Coughlan, Commissioner ABSENT Saeid Nooshabadi, Commissioner 3. SECRETARY'S REPORT The meeting was posted on October 23, 2026. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes from August 12, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Library Commission Vice Chair Guffey wanted to amend the minutes to include her suggestion of adding the Santa Clara County Library District's Vision and Mission statement at the opening of each meeting. It should be included after the "Call to Order." Chair Coverson-Baxter motioned to approve the amendment. Commissioner Coughlan seconded. Motion passed 4-0-0. 5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion made by Tovar. Seconded by Guffey. Motion passed by 4-0-0. 6. LIBRARY STAFF RECOGNITION Gilroy Librarian Cassandra Wong introduced Sarah Martinez, who has been working in public libraries for twenty years, and currently serves as a children's librarian assistant. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Greg Felios recommended the library provide more publicity for their author events. There was light attendance at a recent book talk (for adults) held at the Gilroy Libr …
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Personnel Commission meeting for October 26, 2026, is canceled

The regular meeting of the Personnel Commission scheduled for October 26, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 23, 2026.

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Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
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City of Gilroy 7351 Rosanna Street | Gilroy, CA 95020-6197 Phone: (408) 846-0204 | Fax: (408) 846-0500 www.cityofgilroy.org NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELATION Monday, October 26, 2026 Personnel Commission Regular Meeting NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the Personnel Commission has been canceled for Monday, October 26, 2026 at 5:30 PM. The next meeting will be a regular meeting scheduled for Monday, November 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM. THIS NOTICE is conspicuously posted on or near the door of the place where the meeting is usually held in accordance with Chapter 9, Division 2, Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California. DATED: Thursday, October 22, 2026 /s/Michael Horta Assistant Clerk for Personnel Commission Human Resources Director/Risk Management AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING NOTICE OF CANCELATION I, Michael Horta, declare as follows: That I am the Assistant Clerk for the Personnel Commission; that at a regular meeting of the Personnel Commission held on Monday, October 26, 2026 is canceled and that a copy of said notice was posted at a conspicuous place at the door of the room at which said meeting was held. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on Thursday, September 22, 2026 at Gilroy, California.
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Parks and Recreation Commission to review master plan and recreation assessment

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the Recreation Assessment and the Parks and Recreation Trails Master Plan. The meeting includes department updates on capital improvement projects and reports on various city parks.

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Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 4 October 20, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY OF GILROY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Javier Martinez Vice Chair: Emily Miller Commissioners: Luis Ramirez, Jesse Jimenez, Salvatore Bozzo, Andrew Brinton, Greg Felios Staff Liaison: Public Works Director John Doughty Mission Statement The Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Gilroy is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its citizens by promoting planning, acquisition, development, and sustainability of parks, trails, cultural, historical, and other recreational areas. The commission embraces wellness and recreation, park safety, and inclusiveness for all ages and abilities because Parks Make Life Better. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet on the City website at …
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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Youth Commission to discuss 2026-27 Work Plan

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss its work plan for the 2026-27 period. The meeting includes a presentation regarding a partnership opportunity with the Santa Clara County Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission.

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Gilroy Senior Center, Gilroy
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Youth Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 2 October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY OF GILROY YOUTH COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM GILROY SENIOR CENTER 7371 HANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Diana Diakova Vice Chair: Biruh Abaneh Treasurer: Abigail Nguyen Commissioners: Biruh Abaneh, Alazander Cruz Bermudez, Ashleen Bhandal, Diana Diakova, Logan Gill, Sophia Gutierrez, Jaxson Liu, Abigail Nguyen, Jacob Ortega, William Purdy, Jeremy Vu, Kacie Walker Staff Liaison: Michael Horta, Director of Human Resources and Risk Manager, Adam Henig, Recreation Manager & Stefan Mercer, Management Assistant In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Youth Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofgilroy.org subject to the Staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of t …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Gilroy City Council to consider data center moratorium extension

The City Council will hold public hearings on mobile vending regulations and a temporary moratorium on new data center facilities. The body is also reviewing year-end financial reports and several contract extensions for youth and aquatics services.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy City Council extends moratorium on new data center facilities

The City Council extended a temporary moratorium on applications and entitlements for new data centers for an additional 10 months and 15 days. The Council also approved several contract amendments for youth services and aquatics operations, and adopted budget amendments for FY 2026-27.

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 5:00 CLOSED SESSION 6:00 REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING Remote Participation Gilroy City Council meetings are held in person. The community may attend in person or via Zoom (video/teleconference). The meetings are also live-streamed on the City's website and YouTube. Those wishing to participate in the meetings remotely may join using the following link: https://bit.ly/GilroyCityCouncilMeetings. Additionally, Zoom participants must be running the latest version or will be required to update to it before joining the meeting remotely. Remote participation is also available by calling (669) 900-6833 and entering webinar ID: 930 2066 6240#. Dial *9 to raise your hand, and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes. Dial *6 to unmute. Public Comment COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Please l …
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October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 11 City Council Minutes City of Gilroy City Council DRAFT Minutes Monday, October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM 1. CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM 1. Call to Order The closed session was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 5:00 PM. 2. Roll Call Attendance Attendee Name Present Council Member Dion Bracco Council Member Tom Cline Council Member Terence Fugazzi Council Member Zach Hilton Council Member Carol Marques Council Member Kelly Ramirez Mayor Greg Bozzo 3. PUBLIC APPOINTMENT / PUBLIC PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Government Code section 54957(b)(1); Gilroy City Code Section 17A.11(2) Title: City Attorney City Attorney Andy Faber announced the closed session items. City Attorney Faber opened public comment at 5:01 P.M. With no speakers, City Attorney Faber closed public comment. Motion Remain in closed session. RESULT: Passed MOVER: None SECONDER: None AYES: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Zach Hilton, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo NAYS: None ABSENT: None 2. ADJOURN TO OPEN SESSION Closed session adjourned at 5:43 P.M. There was no reportable action. 3. REGULAR MEETING - 6:00 PM October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 2 of 11 City Council Minutes 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 6:04 PM. 2. Roll Call Attendance Attendee Name Present …
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: Passed MOVER: None SECONDER: None
7 yea
Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
[context] October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 5 of 11 City Council Minutes Motion Approve consent calendar items 7.1, 7.2, 7.4, and 7.5 RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Tom Cline SECONDER: Council…
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Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
resolution to Amend the FY 2026-2027 Budget for Community Facilities District (CFD) Fund (Fund 260) Increasing Appropriations in the Amount of $123,222, and Approve a First Amendment to the Agreement…
7 yea
Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
[context] Motion Approve consent calender items 7.6 and 7.7 RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Carol Marques SECONDER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
7 yea
Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
[context] Motion Approve consent calendar item 7.8 RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Tom Cline SECONDER: Council Member Dion Bracco
7 yea
Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
Resolution Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute the Donation Acceptance Agreement for Rehabilitation of Two Parking Lots within Las Animas Veterans Park Public Works Director John Doughty…
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Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
Ordinance Amending Article II Chapter 16A of the Gilroy Municipal Code regarding Mobile Vending Economic Development Director Raissa de la Rosa provided a report and presentation. Mayor Bozzo opened…
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Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
[context] RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Tom Cline SECONDER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
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Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
Ordinance by title only and to waive further reading. RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Carol Marques October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 9 of 11 City Council Minutes SECONDER: Council Member Tom Cline
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Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
Ordinance to prohibit the acceptance, processing, and approval of applications and entitlements for new Data Center facilities, for an additional ten months and 15 days, with the associated findings…
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Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
[context] RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Zach Hilton SECONDER: Council Member Tom Cline
6 yea
Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
[context] RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Zach Hilton SECONDER: Council Member Terence Fugazzi
6 yea
Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
resolution approving the updated Position Control List for Fiscal Year 2025- 26 (FY26) and Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27). RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Tom Cline SECONDER: Council Member Kelly…
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Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
resolution for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27). RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Tom Cline SECONDER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
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Tom Cline yea · Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 19:00

Library Commission

Gilroy Library Meeting Room, Gilroy
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Arts and Culture Commission to review 2026-2027 work plan

The Commission will discuss the work plan for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027 and review past and future tabling events. The meeting also includes a report from the Gilroy Center for the Arts/Gilroy Arts Alliance.

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✓ Decided: Arts and Culture Commission approves bench plaque inscription

The Commission approved a bench plaque inscription from David Halpern. Members discussed the FY 2026-2027 work plan, including the 'For the Love of Gilroy' banners and the creation of a fundraising subcommittee.

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Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 2 October 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM CITY OF GILROY ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Ruben Dario Villa Vice Chair: Makhan Gupta Commissioners: Camille McCormack, Meena Vijaykar, Rabia Shahid, Subul Siddiqui, & Wendy Zamora Executive Sponsor: Harjot Sangha, Assistant City Administrator Staff Liaison: Kylie Katsuyoshi, Management Analyst Trainee and Akhill Miller, Management Assistant In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofgilroy.org subject to the Staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public. Commissions, task forces, councils and other agencies …
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October 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM Page 1 of 3 Arts and Culture Commission Minutes City of Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission Minutes Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Villa at 6:30 PM. 2. ROLL CALL Attendance Attendee Name Present Commissioner Ruben Dario Villa Commissioner Subul Siddiqui Commissioner Camille McCormack Commissioner Makhan Gupta Commissioner Meena Vijaykar Commissioner Rabia Shahid Absent Commissioner Wendy Zamora 3. SECRETARY'S REPORT Staff Member Katsuyoshi reported that the agenda was posted on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 12:05 PM. 4. ORDERS OF THE DAY None. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion Approve RESULT: PASSED MOVER: Commissioner Siddiqui SECONDER: Vice Chair Gupta AYES: Chair Villa, Commissioner McCormack, Commissioner Shahid, Commissioner Vijaykar NAYS: None ABSENT: Commissioner Zamora 6. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA Chair Villa opened public comment at 6:31. Greg Felios — Encouraged the Commission to attend other Commission meetings. He October 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM Page 2 of 3 Arts and Culture Commission Minutes informed the Commission about a Public Art Walk organized by the Art Center that will be taking place on 10/14/26. 7. OLD BUSINESS 1. Review of Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan There were 4 submissions for the "For the Love of Gilroy" banners. The commission is planning on separating youth and adult submiss …
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that the agenda was posted on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 12:05 PM. 4. ORDERS OF THE DAY None. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion Approve RESULT: PASSED MOVER: Commissioner Siddiqui SECONDER: Vice Chair…
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[context] Motion Approve RESULT: PASSED October 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM Page 3 of 3 Arts and Culture Commission Minutes MOVER: Vice Chair Gupta SECONDER: Commissioner Siddiqui
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Villa yea · McCormack yea · Shahid yea · Vijaykar yea
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Gilroy Senior Center Meeting Room, Gilroy
Sat Oct 10, 2026 · 09:30

General

City Council to discuss Parks and Recreation programs

The City Council is holding a special 'Coffee with the Mayor' meeting. The session is focused on discussing Parks and Recreation programs.

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✓ Decided: City Council held Coffee with the Mayor event

The City Council met for a 'Coffee with the Mayor' event. The minutes record no substantive decisions, votes, or official actions taken during the meeting.

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October 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM Page 1 of 3 City Council Coffee with the Mayor Special Meeting CITY COUNCIL COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE TUESDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.** The amount of time allowed per speaker may vary at the Mayor’s discretion depending on the number of speakers and length of the agenda. Written comments on any agenda item may be emailed to the City Clerk’s Office at publiccomment@cityofgilroy.org or mailed to the Gilroy City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020. Comments received by the City Clerk’s Office by 1 p.m. on the day of a Council meeting will be distributed to the City Council prior to or at the meeting and available for public inspection with the agenda packet located in the lobby of Administration at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street prior to the meeting. Any corresponde …
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October 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM Page 1 of 1 City Council Minutes City of Gilroy City Council DRAFT Minutes Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 9:30 AM 1. OPENING 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 9:33 AM. Attendance Attendee Name Present Council Member Dion Bracco Council Member Tom Cline Council Member Zach Hilton Council Member Kelly Ramirez Mayor Greg Bozzo 2. COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR 1. Parks and Recreation Programs 3. ADJOURNMENT The Coffee with the Mayor event was adjourned at 10:33 AM. I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gilroy on XXXXXXX, 20XX. Kim Mancera City Clerk
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 17:30

General

Open Government Commission to discuss 2026 Open Government Week

The Open Government Commission will meet to receive a staff report and provide direction regarding Open Government Week, scheduled for November 16-20, 2026. The commission may request that the matter be transmitted to the City Council for approval.

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✓ Decided: Open Government Commission meeting records no substantive decisions

The Commission met on October 8, 2026, to receive updates on voting locations and Open Government Week activities. No formal actions were taken or voted upon during the meeting.

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Open Government Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 2 October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM CITY OF GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Ann Marie McCauley Vice Chair: Blanca McMurray Commissioners: Diana Bentz & Shayne Somavia Staff Liaison: Matt Morley, City Administrator All Open Government Commission meeting materials are available online at http://gilroy.city/meetings. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE Open Government Commission. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204. A sound enhancement system is also available for check out in the City Council Chambers. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public. Commissions, task forces, councils and other agencies of the City exist to conduct the people's business. This ordinance assures that deliberations are conducted before th …
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October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM Page 1 of 1 Open Government Commission Minutes City of Gilroy Open Government Commission Minutes Thursday, October 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair McCauley at 5:30 PM. 2. ROLL CALL Attendance Attendee Name Present Commissioner Diana Bentz Commissioner Shayne Somavia Commissioner Ann Marie McCauley Commissioner Blanca McMurray 3. PRESENTATIONS TO THE OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMISSION 1. Public Comments by Members of the Public on Items not on the agenda but within the Commission's Subject Matter Jurisdiction Chair McCauley opened public comment at 5:31 P.M. Shayne Somavia shared an update on City of Gilroy voting locations. With no further speakers, Chair McCauley closed public comment. 4. REPORTS OF THE SUBCOMMITTEES Commissioner Somavia shared an update on 2026 Open Government Week event activities. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. 2026 Open Government Week (November 16-20, 2026) 6. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S UPDATE City Administrator Matt Morley expressed appreciation to Commissioners for their efforts. 7. ADJOURNMENT With no additional business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 5:40 P.M.
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 08:00

General

SCRWA to vote on Gilroy wastewater MOU and Stantec recycled water reservoir design

The South County Regional Wastewater Authority Board of Directors meets October 7, 2026 to consider a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Gilroy and to award a single-source agreement to Stantec for design of recycled water storage and pump station improvements. The board will also select its Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary for Fiscal Year 2026-2027, and act on several resolutions covering legal counsel, a retention release to C. Overaa & Co., and investment fund participation. Most routine items are grouped in a consent calendar voted on in a single motion. No dollar amounts are stated in the agenda text provided.

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South County Regional Wastewater Authority, Gilroy
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South County Regional Wastewater Authority Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 3 October 7, 2026 | 8:00 AM TELEPHONE: (408) 848-0480 SCRWAMAIL@CI.GILROY.CA.ORG WWW.CITYOFGILROY.ORG SOUTH COUNTY REGIONAL WASTEWATER AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 1500 SOUTHSIDE DRIVE GILROY, CA 95020 CHAIR: Vacant VICE CHAIR: Kelly Ramirez, Gilroy BOARD MEMBERS: Dion Bracco, Gilroy Soraida Iwanaga, Morgan Hill Terence Fugazzi, Gilroy SECRETARY: Bret Swain, PE SCRWA MANAGER: Matt Morley WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026 | 8:00 AM COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON ANY AGENDA ITEM BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE SCRWA BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Persons speaking on any matter are asked to state their name and address for the record. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions on particular issues and for each individual speaker. All matters listed under Consent Calendar are considered by Board of Directors to be routine and will be enacted by a single motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a request is made by a member of the public, a Board Member or Staff prior to the time the Board votes on the motion to adopt. Persons who wish to speak on matters set for PUBLIC HEARING will be heard when the presiding officer calls for comments from those persons who are in support of or in opposition thereto. After persons have spo …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00

Library Commission

Gilroy Library, Gilroy
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

City Council

Gilroy council weighs 45-day moratorium on private detention facilities and immigration enforcement policy

The Gilroy City Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026, with a 5:00 p.m. closed session on anticipated litigation, property lease negotiations, and the City Attorney's performance evaluation, followed by a 6:00 p.m. regular meeting. The regular agenda includes a public hearing on updated user fees, a vote on the 2026 Civic Center Master Plan and its environmental impact report, a new city flag policy, and an update on the Gilroy Sports Park Ice Skating Facility. New business includes a firefighter union contract for July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2029 and a proposed 45-day urgency moratorium on detention and custodial facility applications plus a policy on city property use for immigration enforcement.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy Council imposes 45-day moratorium on detention facility applications

The City Council adopted an urgency interim ordinance pausing applications for detention and custodial facilities for up to 45 days. The Council also approved the 2026 Civic Center Master Plan update and a new contract for firefighters.

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October 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 9 City Council Regular Meeting CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 5:00 CLOSED SESSION 6:00 REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING Remote Participation Gilroy City Council meetings are held in person. The community may attend in person or via Zoom (video/teleconference). The meetings are also live-streamed on the City's website and YouTube. Those wishing to participate in the meetings remotely may join using the following link: https://bit.ly/GilroyCityCouncilMeetings. Additionally, Zoom participants must be running the latest version or will be required to update to it before joining the meeting remotely. Remote participation is also available by calling (669) 900-6833 and entering webinar ID: 930 2066 6240#. Dial *9 to raise your hand, and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes. Dial *6 to unmute. Public Comment COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Pleas …
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October 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 13 City Council Minutes City of Gilroy City Council DRAFT Minutes Monday, October 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM 1. CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM 1. Call to Order The closed session was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 5:00 PM. 2. Roll Call 3. Opportunity for Public Comment on Closed Session City Attorney Andy Faber announced the closed session items. Motion Remain in closed session. RESULT: Passed MOVER: None SECONDER: None AYES: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Zach Hilton, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo NAYS: None ABSENT: None City Attorney Andy Faber opened public comment at 5:02 P.M. With no speakers, City Attorney Faber closed public comment. 4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) and Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (e) of Government Code Section 54956.9, Gilroy Code Section 17A.11(3)(b). One case 5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph 4 of subdivision(d) of Section 54956.9, Gilroy City Code 17A.11(3)(b). One case 6. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8 and Gilroy City Code Sec.17A.8 (a) (2) Property: Gilroy Gardens Theme Park – 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy, …
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[context] RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Zach Hilton October 5, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 8 of 13 City Council Minutes SECONDER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
6 yea · 1 nay
Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea · Terence Fugazzi nay
The other 14 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Gilroy Planning Commission to weigh zoning change on commercial and industrial noise near homes

The Gilroy Planning Commission meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street. The main item is a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Gilroy City Code Chapter 30, Article XLI, Section 30.41.31, dealing with noise and commercial and industrial noise affecting residentially-zoned properties; staff recommends the Commission forward a recommendation that the City Council adopt the ordinance and find it exempt from CEQA under the "common sense" exemption. The Commission will also consider approving its 2027 meeting schedule, review the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes on consent, and hear informational and staff reports. The agenda notes a closed session may be called under Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) if a litigation exposure point is reached.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends zoning amendment for commercial and industrial noise

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt a zoning code amendment regarding commercial and industrial noise impacting residential properties. The commission also approved its 2027 meeting schedule and the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes.

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October 1, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 3 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Agenda PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Manny Bhandal: manny.bhandal@cityofgilroy.org Vice Chair: Stefanie Elle: stefanie.elle@cityofgilroy.org Commissioners: Patricia Bentson: patricia.bentson@cityofgilroy.org Brian Dauenhauer: brian.dauenhauer@cityofgilroy.org Payman Khodabandeh: payman.khodabandeh@cityofgilroy.org Martha Martinez: martha.martinez@cityofgilroy.org Monica Valdez: monica.valdez@cityofgilroy.org Staff Liaison: Sharon Goei, Community Development Director | sharon.goei@cityofgilroy.org Written comments can be submitted by email to planningdivision@cityofgilroy.org. Please note that written comments will not be read out loud, but will be part of the written record. Comments by the public will be taken on any agenda item before action is taken by the Planning Commission. Persons speaking on any matter are asked to state their name and address for the record. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions on particular issues and for each individual speaker. A minimum of 12 copies of materials should be provided to the Clerk for distribution to the Commission and Staff. Public comments are limited to no more than three-minutes, at the Chair’s discretion. Commen …
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October 1, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 3 Planning Commission Minutes City of Gilroy Planning Commission Minutes Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 6:00 PM 1. OPENING The meeting was called to order by Chair Bhandal at 6:00 PM. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Bhandal led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. REPORT ON POSTING THE AGENDA AND ROLL CALL The agenda was posted on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 5:47 PM. Attendance Attendee Name Present Planning Commissioner Patricia Bentson Planning Commissioner Brian Dauenhauer Planning Commissioner Payman Khodabandeh Planning Commissioner Martha Martinez Planning Commissioner Monica Valdez Vice Chair Stefanie Elle Chair Manny Bhandal 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS Chair Bhandal opened public comment. With no speakers, Chair Bhandal closed public comment. 5. CONSENT AGENDA 1. September 3, 2026 Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Motion Approve the consent agenda. RESULT: Passed MOVER: Chair Manny Bhandal SECONDER: Vice Chair Stefanie Elle AYES: Planning Commissioner Patricia Bentson, Planning Commissioner Brian Dauenhauer, Planning Commissioner Payman Khodabandeh, Planning Commissioner Martha Martinez, Planning Commissioner Monica Valdez, Vice Chair Stefanie Elle, Chair Manny Bhandal NAYS: None ABSENT: None 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Recommend City Council Adopt a Zoning Code Amendment to Modify Chapter 30, Article XLI, Section 30.41.31, of the Gilroy City Code Relating to October 1, 2026 | 6:0 …
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[context] RESULT: Failed MOVER: Vice Chair Stefanie Elle SECONDER: Planning Commissioner Monica Valdez
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Stefanie Elle yea · Manny Bhandal nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:30

Personnel Commission

Gilroy City Hall - Administration Conference Room, Gilroy
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00

General

Mayor Bozzo delivers State of the City address

This is a special City Council meeting held solely for the Mayor's State of the City address. No council action or public discussion on agenda items will occur. Public comment is limited to the address itself.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy council holds State of the City address, takes no action

The Gilroy City Council met on September 17, 2026 for a State of the City address by Mayor Greg Bozzo, which began at 6:00 PM. The minutes list the event as an information item with no Council consideration, action, or public discussion. No members of the public spoke during the public comment period, which ran from 7:00 PM to 7:01 PM. The meeting adjourned at 7:01 PM; the minutes are marked DRAFT and the certification date is left blank.

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September 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 3 City Council Special Meeting State of the City Address CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS AGENDA GAVILAN COLLEGE THEATER 5055 SANTA TERESA BLVD. GILROY, CA 95020 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.** The amount of time allowed per speaker may vary at the Mayor’s discretion depending on the number of speakers and length of the agenda. Written comments on any agenda item may be emailed to the City Clerk’s Office at publiccomment@cityofgilroy.org or mailed to the Gilroy City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020. Comments received by the City Clerk’s Office by 1 p.m. on the day of a Council meeting will be distributed to the City Council prior to or at the meeting and available for public inspection with the agenda packet located in the lobby of Administration at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street prior to the meeting. Any …
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September 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 1 City Council Minutes City of Gilroy City Council DRAFT Minutes Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM 1. WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION The State of the City address began at 6:00 PM. 2. INFORMATION ITEM 1. No Council consideration/action or public discussion will be heard 3. STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS BY MAYOR GREG BOZZO 4. OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT City Administrator Matt Morley opened public comment at 7:00 P.M. With no speakers, City Administrator Matt Morley closed public comment. 5. ADJOURNMENT The State of the City was adjourned at 7:01 P.M I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gilroy on XXXXXXX, 20XX. Kim Mancera City Clerk
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 09:00

General

Gilroy City Council to review fire service options and capital projects

The Gilroy City Council is holding a special meeting with two study sessions: one on the current state of the Gilroy Fire Department and future service delivery options, and another on the Capital Improvement Program. No formal decisions are listed; these are discussion items. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering opening, public comment, and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy City Council held study sessions on fire services and capital improvements

The Gilroy City Council convened on September 16, 2026, to hold study sessions regarding the Gilroy Fire Department and the Capital Improvement Program. No substantive votes, approvals, or ordinances were enacted during the meeting.

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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September 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM Page 1 of 3 City Council Special Meeting CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING Remote Participation Gilroy City Council meetings are held in person. The community may attend in person or via Zoom (video/teleconference). The meetings are also live-streamed on the City's website and YouTube. Those wishing to participate in the meetings remotely may join using the following link: https://bit.ly/GilroyCityCouncilMeetings. Additionally, Zoom participants must be running the latest version or will be required to update to it before joining the meeting remotely. Remote participation is also available by calling (669) 900-6833 and entering webinar ID: 930 2066 6240#. Dial *9 to raise your hand, and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes. Dial *6 to unmute. Public Comment COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.** …
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📄 From the minutes
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September 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM Page 1 of 2 City Council Minutes City of Gilroy City Council Minutes Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 9:00 AM 1. OPENING 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 9:00 AM. 2. Roll Call Attendance Attendee Name Present Council Member Dion Bracco Council Member Tom Cline Council Member Terence Fugazzi Council Member Zach Hilton Council Member Carol Marques Council Member Kelly Ramirez Mayor Dave Bozzo Absent 3. City Clerk's Report on Posting the Agenda City Clerk Kim Mancera reported on the Posting of the Agenda. 2. PUBLIC COMMENT Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 9:01 A.M. With no speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment. 3. CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION 1. Fire Service Evaluation Study Session: Current State of the Gilroy Fire Department and Future Service Delivery Options Fire Chief Rob Fleeup provided a presentation and report. Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 10:31 A.M. Doug Muirhead commented on next gen 911 video calls and the ability to separate EMS from rolling big trucks to fight fires. With no additional speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment. City Administrator, Matt Morley shared that there will be another discussion this calendar year to bring additional information including data on annexation and the cost associated with that, as well as what the contract options are and the numbers associated with these items. Matt stated that th …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to consider Little League scoreboard request at Christmas Hill Park

The Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and consider a request from Gilroy Little League for a scoreboard at Christmas Hill Park. The agenda also includes updates on park rules and regulations, the Parks and Recreational Trails Master Plan, and department updates. The meeting is largely routine, with public comment and approval of minutes.

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Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 3 September 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY OF GILROY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Javier Martinez Vice Chair: Emily Miller Commissioners: Luis Ramirez, Jorge Vargas, Jesse Jimenez, Salvatore Bozzo, Andrew Brinton, and Greg Felios Staff Liaison: Public Works Director John Doughty Mission Statement The Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Gilroy is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its citizens by promoting planning, acquisition, development, and sustainability of parks, trails, cultural, historical and other recreational areas. The commission embraces wellness and recreation, park safety, and inclusiveness for all ages and abilities because Parks Make Life Better. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00

Youth Commission

Youth Commission to discuss 2026-27 work plan and treasurer's report

The Gilroy Youth Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine items including approval of minutes, public comment, and staff reports. The main business is discussion of the 2026-27 work plan, the treasurer's report as of September 1, 2026, and a request to change the October 2026 meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy Youth Commission forms sub-committees and reschedules October meeting

The Youth Commission approved the minutes from their August 24, 2026 meeting and established four sub-committees to manage the 2026-2027 work plan. Additionally, the commission voted to move their October regular meeting to October 19, 2026.

Gilroy Senior Center, Gilroy
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Youth Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Page 1 of 2 September 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM CITY OF GILROY YOUTH COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM GILROY SENIOR CENTER 7371 HANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 Chair: Diana Diakova Vice Chair: Biruh Abaneh Treasurer: Abigail Nguyen Commissioners: Biruh Abaneh, Alazander Cruz Bermudez, Ashleen Bhandal, Diana Diakova, Logan Gill, Sophia Gutierrez, Jaxson Liu, Abigail Nguyen, Jacob Ortega, William Purdy, Jeremy Vu, Kacie Walker Staff Liaison: Michael Horta, Director of Human Resources and Risk Manager & Adam Henig, Recreation Manager In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made. Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Youth Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet on the City website at www.cityofgilroy.org subject to the Staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public. Commissions, task for …
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September 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 2 Youth Commission Minutes City of Gilroy Youth Commission Draft Minutes Monday, September 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Diakova at 6:03 PM. 2. FLAG SALUTE Vice Chair Abaneh led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Biruh Abaneh, Vice Chair Alazander Cruz Bermudez, Commissioner Ashleen Bhandal, Commissioner Diana Diakova, Chair Logan Gill, Commissioner Jaxson Liu, Commissioner Abigail Nguyen, Treasurer William Purdy, Commissioner Jeremy Vu, Commissioner Kacie Walker, Commissioner ABSENT: Sophia Gutiérrez, Commissioner 4. SECRETARY'S REPORT The meeting packet was posted on September 11, 2026. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes from the August 24, 2026 Special Meeting Treasurer Nguyen motioned to approve the August 24, 2026 Minutes. Commissioner Gill seconded. Motion passes 10-0-0 6. INTRODUCTIONS None. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA None. 8. NEW BUSINESS 1. Discussion of 2026-27 Youth Commission Work Plan September 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 2 of 2 Youth Commission Minutes Staff Member Henig presented the 2026-2027 Youth Commission Work Plan to the Commission. Sub-Committees were formed by the Commission members. The Entertainment Committee will consist of Commissioner Bermudez, Commissioner Gill, Commissioner Purdy and Commissioner Walker. The Decor/Theme Committee will consist of Vi …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00

City Council

Council to consider tobacco retailer permit changes and fee study

The Gilroy City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending tobacco retailer permit rules, and will receive a development services fee study. The council will also discuss the homeless encampment at Sixth Street and Camino Arroyo Drive and consider several consent calendar items, including contracts and purchases.

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✓ Decided: Gilroy council adopts 45-day citywide moratorium on new data center applications

The Gilroy City Council adopted an urgency interim ordinance imposing a temporary, citywide moratorium of up to 45 days on accepting, processing, and approving applications and entitlements for new data center facilities. The council also introduced an ordinance amending tobacco retailer permit rules, and after two failed motions, approved directing staff to clean up the encampment at 6th Street and Camino Arroyo Drive as the City Administrator deems appropriate, with monthly reports and the item returning in November with the Ad Hoc Committee's recommendation. A resolution adding $95,000 in Community Facilities District funds to the Precast Concrete Fence Project was pulled and continued to a future meeting with an addendum and map.

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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September 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM Page 1 of 7 City Council Regular Meeting CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 5:00 CLOSED SESSION 6:00 REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM MAYOR Greg Bozzo COUNCIL MEMBERS Dion Bracco Tom Cline Terence Fugazzi Zach Hilton Carol Marques Kelly Ramirez CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE FRIDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING Remote Participation Gilroy City Council meetings are held in person. The community may attend in person or via Zoom (video/teleconference). The meetings are also live-streamed on the City's website and YouTube. Those wishing to participate in the meetings remotely may join using the following link: https://bit.ly/GilroyCityCouncilMeetings. Additionally, Zoom participants must be running the latest version or will be required to update to it before joining the meeting remotely. Remote participation is also available by calling (669) 900-6833 and entering webinar ID: 930 2066 6240#. Dial *9 to raise your hand, and be called upon to speak for up to 3 minutes. Dial *6 to unmute. Public Comment COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE CITY COUNCIL. Public testimony is subject to reasonable regulations, including but not limited to time restrictions for each individual speaker. **Plea …
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September 14, 2026 | 5:00 PM Page 1 of 12 City Council Minutes City of Gilroy City Council Draft Minutes Monday, September 14, 2026 | 5:00 PM 1. CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 PM 1. Call to Order The closed session was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 5:00 PM. 2. Roll Call Attendance Attendee Name Present Council Member Dion Bracco Council Member Tom Cline Council Member Terence Fugazzi Council Member Zach Hilton Council Member Carol Marques Council Member Kelly Ramirez Mayor Greg Bozzo 3. Opportunity for Public Comment on Closed Session City Attorney Andy Faber announced the closed session items. City Attorney Faber opened public comment at 5:02 P.M. With no speakers, City Attorney Faber closed public comment. 4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT Pursuant to GC Section 54957.6 and GCC Section 17 A.11 (4) Collective Bargaining Unit: Local 2805, IAFF Fire Unit Representing Gilroy Firefighters City Negotiators: Matt Morley, City Administrator; Michael Horta, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager; LeeAnn McPhillips, Extra Help Special Assistant – Human Resources/Risk Management Anticipated lssues(s) Under Negotiation: Wages, Hours, Benefits, Working Conditions; Memorandums of Understanding: City of Gilroy and Gilroy Firefighters Local 2805 5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) and Paragraph (1 …
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🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: Failed MOVER: Council Member Terence Fugazzi SECONDER: Council Member Zach Hilton
4 nay · 3 yea
Terence Fugazzi yea · Zach Hilton yea · Carol Marques yea · Dion Bracco nay · Tom Cline nay · Kelly Ramirez nay · Greg Bozzo nay
[context] RESULT: Failed MOVER: Council Member Dion Bracco SECONDER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
4 nay · 3 yea
Dion Bracco yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea · Tom Cline nay · Terence Fugazzi nay · Zach Hilton nay · Carol Marques nay
[context] RESULT: Passed MOVER: Council Member Dion Bracco SECONDER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
4 yea · 3 nay
Dion Bracco yea · Tom Cline yea · Kelly Ramirez yea · Greg Bozzo yea · Terence Fugazzi nay · Zach Hilton nay · Carol Marques nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Arts and Culture Commission to review work plans and tabling event preparations

The Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan. Members will also discuss past and future tabling events and receive updates on Gilroy art-related community events.

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✓ Decided: Arts Commission approves August minutes, discusses 2027 public art timeline

The Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission approved the minutes of its August 11, 2026 regular meeting on a motion by Commissioner Siddiqui, seconded by Vice Chair Gupta, with four ayes and no nays (Commissioner Zamora absent). The rest of the meeting was discussion only: the Commission talked through the timeline for the "For the Love of Gilroy" public art campaign, with a proposed December 2026 artwork deadline, recommendations to City Council in early 2027, and a prospective unveiling on April 16, 2027. It also discussed fundraising and future tabling events and received updates on upcoming local art-related events. No new business was taken up and no other votes were recorded.

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy
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## CITY OF GILROY ## ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION ## REGULAR MEETING AGENDA ## TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 | 6:30 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL 7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA 95020 **Chair:** Ruben Dario Villa **Vice Chair:** Makhan Gupta **Commissioners:** Camille McCormack, Meena Vijaykar, Rabia Shahid, Subul Siddiqui, & Wendy Zamora **Executive Sponsor:** Harjot Sangha, Assistant City Administrator **Staff Liaison:** Kylie Katsuyoshi, Management Analyst Trainee **In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make reasonable** **arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special assistance to** **participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to** **the meeting at (408) 846-0204 or cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org to help ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made.** **Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission** **after distribution of the agenda packet are available with the agenda packet on the City website** **at** <u>www.cityofgilroy.org</u> **subject to the Staff’s ability to post the documents before the meeting.** ## KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE **Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the** **public. Commissions, task forces, councils and other agencies of the City exist to** **conduct the people's business. This ordinance assures th …
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September 8, 2026 | 6:30 PM Page 1 of 3 Arts and Culture Commission Minutes City of Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission Minutes Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 6:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM. 2. ROLL CALL Attendance Attendee Name Present Commissioner Ruben Dario Villa Commissioner Subul Siddiqui Commissioner Camille McCormack Commissioner Makhan Gupta Commissioner Meena Vijaykar Commissioner Rabia Shahid Absent Commissioner Wendy Zamora 3. SECRETARY'S REPORT Staff Member Katsuyoshi reported that the agenda was posted on Friday, September 4th, 2026 at 4:11 PM. 4. ORDERS OF THE DAY None. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes from the August 11, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Arts and Culture Commission Motion Approve RESULT: PASSED MOVER: Commissioner Siddiqui SECONDER: Vice Chair Gupta AYES: Chair Villa, Commissioner McCormack, Commissioner Shahid, Commissioner Vijaykar NAYS: None ABSENT: Commissioner Zamora 6. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA None. 7. OLD BUSINESS September 8, 2026 | 6:30 PM Page 2 of 3 Arts and Culture Commission Minutes 1. Review of Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan The Commission discussed the timeline for the "For the Love of Gilroy" public art campaign. The proposed deadline for artwork will be December 2026, allowing the commission to prepare their recommendations for City Council during the January 2027 Arts & Culture meeting …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
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that the agenda was posted on Friday, September 4th, 2026 at 4:11 PM. 4. ORDERS OF THE DAY None. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the Minutes from the August 11, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Arts…
4 yea
Villa yea · McCormack yea · Shahid yea · Vijaykar yea
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30

Arts and Culture Commission

Gilroy City Council Chambers, Gilroy

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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$2.5MIMAGE FIRST HOLDINGS LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · LAUNDRY SERVICES
$520,886IMAGE FIRST HOLDINGS LLC
Department of Veterans Affairs · CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE REMOVAL OF DAILY SOILED HOSPITAL LINEN AND DE
$331,560LUCAS SIGNATONE CORP
Department of Commerce · OU03-25-NEW-135 SIGNATONE WL-250-P SEMI-AUTOMATIC PROBE STATION
$182,696HEINZEN LLC
Department of Health and Human Services · ADDITIONAL WASH SYSTEM COMPONENTS
$165,187HEINZEN LLC
Department of Health and Human Services · INTEGRATED SHORT WASH SYSTEM
$123,520LUCAS SIGNATONE CORP
Department of Commerce · OU68_FY26_054-NEW MANUAL PROBE STATION
$103,186TRICAL INC
Department of Agriculture · FUMIGATION SERVICES
$84,580HANAPS ENTERPRISES
Department of Defense · DIGITAL STORM AVENTUM PRO AI WORKSTATION (AIW) FOR THE MQ-9 THEIA PROG
$66,960LUCAS SIGNATONE CORP
National Aeronautics and Space Administr · SEMICONDUCTOR PROBE STATION
$55,781NEWERA SOFTWARE, INC.
Office of Personnel Management · INTEGRITY CONTROLS ENVIRONMENT

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Santa Clara County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-22,360 people (-$3.13B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)10 ({&quot;Flood&quot;: 6, &quot;Fire&quot;: 6, &quot;Severe Storm&quot;: 6, &quot;Biological&quot;: 2, · last Mon Apr 3, 2023)
Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments49,154 (1,171,397 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$3,446/mo (1,084 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy19.4% (low numeracy 24% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

💰 Local campaign finance
2,726 filings · $1.3M total · 21 filers · latest Sat Sep 19, 2026

NetFile filers, predominantly California. Full transactions in the public dataset. Source: NetFile.

City profile

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3,970
Recorded votes
$115.1M
Annual budget
$110.0M
Debt outstanding
359
Employees on payroll
12
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$115.1M
Spending$101.7M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$110.0M
Debt-to-revenue0.96×
Debt-load index51 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

The money — out

source: city procurement & payroll

Who the city actually cuts checks to.

359 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.495
All kids
0.475
Black kids
0.370

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Where it’s happening

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