Hey Parents - There are Christopher High Many and Varied Aquatics Center Officially Recreational Opportunities Opened for your Kids this Summer On Saturday, May 19th, the official ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the new Christopher High How about a field trip to Raging Waters in San School Aquatics Center. This new facility includes a Jose on a hot summer day, or a fun and shallow activity pool with water slides and play educational trip to Gizdich Ranch in Watsonville structures, a larger lap pool, and a picnic area which to learn about how an orchard is run, and how can be reserved for parties. the fruits are processed, not to mention sampling their delicious pies? These activities and many more can be scheduled through the City of Gilroy Summer Playground program,

There are also trips planned to the Oakland Zoo, Sea Cliff Beach, the Great America Theme Park in Santa Clara, even a Giants game and campouts!

The experienced and friendly staff in your recreation department will help to provide a fun and memorable summer experience for your child. In addition to weekly field trips, other fun As City and School District officials look on, Mayor activities in the Summer Playground Pro gram Al Pinheiro cuts the ceremonial ribbon at the new include outdoor games, arts & crafts, cultural Christopher High Aquatics Center in May. celebrations and organized sports.

The fourth annual Kids Triathlon will be held Saturday, July 14th at Gilroy High School. This popular event for children ages 5-13 challenges the kids in 4 age categories with swimming, biking and running.

The 2012 Summer Aquatics programs are now underway at the new aquatics facility at , and the pool at Gilroy High School.

For details on these and many other exciting A vantage point from the top of the water slide program offerings this summer, call the Gilroy shows the activity pool with play structure and Recreation Department at 408-846-0460 or water features in the foreground, and the lap pool check the Summer Activity Guide or City in the background. website at www.cityofgilroy.org 1 Thousands Visit Gilroy’s New Library

The grand opening dedication ceremony for the new Gilroy Library was held on Saturday, April 28th, 2012. It included an open house with tours of the facility, entertainment and children’s activities.

Ge t a Library Car d, it’s FREE Mayor Al Pinheiro and other residents and officials who played a key role in making this dream a and Benefits the City Library reality cut the ceremonial ribbon. What is Needed to Get a Library Card: .A valid form of identification showing your name and picture .Proof of your current address .PiddtfbithProvide date of birth

Two Ways to Apply for a Library Card: Download, print and fill out the library card form and bring it in to the library circulation desk, or fill out the form available at all Santa Clara County Libraries and the Bookmobile. Please bring a valid form of identification showing your picture, name and proof of your current address to complete your registration. Visitors enter the library for the first time.

2 Lions Creek Trail Officially Opened

Mayor Pro-Tem Dion Bracco officiates at the May 16th ribbon cutting for the new Lions Creek Trail in Northwest Gilroy. This project was a partnership between the City of Gilroy, the Gilroy Unified School District (as part of the Safe Routes to Schools Program) and the Santa Clara Valley Water District and CalTrans.

3 Location: Christmas Hill Park; Gilroy, CA

Dates Friday, Saturday & Sunday July 27-29, 2012 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Gates close at 6 p.m.)

Tickets: Tickets (single day admission only): Adult General Admission $ 17.00 Children (ages 6-12) $ 8.00 Under age 6 - Free Seniors (60+) $ 8.00 Buy your discount tickets beginning June 1, 2012 at tickets.gilroygarlicfestival.com Discount tickets will be available online and at all Raley's, Bel Air, and Nob Hill Foods beginning June 1, 2012. Discount prices are $15 for adults and $6 for children and seniors. Also available online only are discount tickets for a Gourmet Alley Combo Plate, regularly $12, available for $10 with an online admission ticket.

Local's Day - Friday July 27, 2012 - You can purchase up to two $12 General Admission tickets at the gate. That's a $5 savings per ticket! You must present a valid photo ID with a local address in Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Martin, Hollister, San Juan Bautista or Aromas. Maximum of two tickets per ID. Local's Ticket is valid on Friday July 27, 2012 only.

Military Discount - Active members of the US Military receive a $2 discount off General Admission at the gate by presenting their valid US Military ID.

Telephone: Information: (408) 842-1625

FAQ's The festival is held in a park. It is all outdoors with mostly turf and some compact dirt and asphalt walkways. There are natural shade trees, and many shade tents with tables and benches. The admission price includes parking, musical entertainment, cooking demonstrations, and a children's area. Festival guests purchase food and beverages from the vendors. Prices range from $2 to $12 depending on the item, which is a full-size serving, not a sample.

Parking is Free with a shuttle running from the parking lot to festival grounds. Free secure bicycle parking is available on Miller Avenue at the levee.

For your comfort: Wear comfortable shoes – walking on lawn, compact dirt, and asphalt. Dress in layers – mornings could be foggy, afternoons are sunny. Spp,g,ort hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

Please remember: Shirt and shoes are required. Christmas Hill Park rules prohibit bringing the following items on Festival grounds: Alcohol of any kind, Bottles, glass and cans, Coolers – large or small, Frisbees and water projecting Devices, Pocket knives and weapons of any kind. 4 Gilroy’s Population grows to 50,158

California’s population grew by almost 251,000 new residents in 2011 –a 0.7‐percent growth rate –to total 37,679,000 as of this January 1st, according to a new population report released today by the Department of Finance. The report shows prelim inary January 2012, as well as revidised January 2011, popultilation dtdata for cities.

Here is how the Bay Area and surrounding areas ranked among the 481 surveyed for population growth in ., which grew by almost 250,000 people – an 0.67 percent increase since 2011.

Bay Area State City County Population Change from Rank Rank Jan. 2012 Jan. 2011

1 10 Morgan Hill Santa Clara 39,127 2.28% 2 11 Manteca San Joaquin 69,815 2.27% 3 17 Millbrae San Mateo 22,069 2.05% 4 18 San Bruno San Mateo 42,451 1.89% 5 26 San Ramon Contra Costa 74,378 1.73% 6 27 Gilroy Santa Clara 50,158 1.71% 7 31 Lathrop San Joaquin 18,908 1.66% 8 37 Pittsburg Contra Costa 64,706 1.52% 9 41 Oakley Contra Costa 36,532 1.48% 10 42 Mill Valley Marin 14,172 1.47%

5 City of Gilroy Q4 Sales Tax Update 2011

GENERAL OVERVIEW Reconciliation of Fourth Quarter 2011 Sales On a cash basis, the City of Gilroy’s sales tax receipts increased by 4.1% Gilroy:4th Quarter 2011 Sales Tax Capture & Gap Analysis Report from Jan - Mar 2011 to Jan - Mar Percent of Potential Sales Tax: Less than 100% indicates leakage and more than 100% 2012. Statewide sales tax receipts indicates capture (based on disposable income in Santa Clara County). This chart during the same period grew by 8. 0%. shows Gilroy as a sales tax “capture” community and that even with the recession Northern California grew by 8.4% and Gilroy is a regional destination capturing sales tax in excess of what residents alone Southern California grew 7.7%. typically spend. Gilroy’s rate of increase is not as high Consumer Total 247% as the comparative growth rates, Apparel Stores 900% primarily due to its more rapid growth Department Stores 334% experienced in prior quarters as well Furniture/Applian… 208% as its strong and stable retail base. Drug Stores 92% Recreation … 116% The City of Gilroy’s business activity Florist/Nursery 60% (after adjustments) for the fourth Miscellaneous … 194% quarter of 2011 increased by 3.9% Restaurants 131% and 8.3% for calendar year 2011. Food Markets 101% Gilroy’s results continue to indicate Liquor Stores 192% the City’s favorable economic rebound FoodFood Proc. Processing Equip. … 6% as a result of its strong sales tax base. Auto Parts/Repair 174% The largest gains for the City of Gilroy Auto Sales ‐ New included apparel stores, service 172% Auto Sales ‐ Used stations and misc. vehicle sales. The 141% largest declines were in health and Service Stations 312% government, chemical products and Misc. Vehicle Sales 539% light industry. Bldg.Bulding Matls. Materials Whlsle. … 88% Bldg. Matls.Building Retail … 259% The economic outlook for California has brightened. The state’s average TOP 25 SALES/USE TAX CONTRIBUTORS jobless rate is expected to improve The following list identifies Gilroy’s Top 25 Sales/Use Tax contributors. The list is in quicker than projected and is now alphabetical order and represents sales from January 2011 through December 2011. The Top 25 Sales/Use Tax contributors generate over 40% of Gilroy’s total sales and use expected to be at an average of 9.8% tax revenue. next year. The nationwide job market is also on the upswing. The strong job ARCO AM/PM MINI MARTS GILROY TOYOTA S. COUNTY CHRYSLER PLYMOUTH growth in January and February was BEST BUY STORES HOME DEPOT SOUTH COUNTY NISSAN

boosted by mild weather around the CALVIN KLEIN JN ABBOTT DISTRIBUTOR TARGET STORES country, which helped construction CHEVRON SERVICE STATIONS KOHL’S DEPT. STORES THE GARLIC FARM TRAVEL CENTER and heightened spending. According to an economist with the COACH STORES LOWE’S HOME IMPROVEMENT TV’S GAS AND FOODMART UCLA Anderson Forecast, the COSTCO WHOLESALE NIKE FACTORY STORE VALERO SERVICE STATIONS rebound in California is being led by GILROY HONDA POLO RALPH LAUREN WALMART STORES industries that are strong in the Bay Area, including tech industries, GILROY CHEVROLET/CADILLAC ROTTEN ROBBIE SERVICE professional, scientific and technical GILROY GAS & MINI-MART SEE-GRINS RV services, health care, computers and electronics. Such growth will lead to Business Activity Performance Analysis Projected 4Q 2011 Final Results $ 3,161,714 an increased demand in South County Actual 4Q 2010 Results $ 3,042,102 homes and increase local spending. Projected Percentage Change6 3.9% Q4 2011 City of Gilroy Sales Tax Update

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QTR ending QTR ending Group 12/31/11 12/31/10 Change SALES TAX Outlet Center $819,171 $727,193 12.6% PERFORMANCE Auto Dealers: Q4 11 Compared to Q4 10 Eastside Auto Mall 180,020 192,988 Santa Clara County Other Auto Dealers 65,863 14,297 Total Auto Dealers 245,883 207,285 18.6% Services Stations 350,750 314,047 11.7% Campbell 13.7 % Cupertino ‐2.8 % Downtown Economic Incentive Area 44,155 43,483 1.5% Gilroy 3.9 % (Excluding Auto Dealers and Service Stations) Los Altos 4.1 % Los Altos Hills ‐14.3 % Newman Development (Camino Arroyo north Los Gatos 505.0 % of 10th St) (Exc. Serv. Stations) 639,446 619,638 3.2% Milpitas 1.8 %

Regency Center (Camino Arroyo south of 10th St) 285,942 283,413 0.9% Monte Sereno ‐71.3% Morgan Hill 13.9 % Major Groups Total 2,385,347 2,195,059 8.7% Mountain View ‐10.1 % Other Groups 831,168 862,159 ‐3.6% Palo Alto 5.5 % Total Groups $3,216,515 $3,057,218 5.2% San Jose 5.7 % Santa Clara 14.9 % State and County Pools Less Adm. Fees 411,274 429,290 ‐4.2% Santa Clara County 9.0 % Timing Differences: Saratoga 3.3 % Triple Flip, SBOE late payments and adj. ‐466,075 ‐444,406 4.9% Sunnyvale 7.6 % Total Sales Tax $3,161,714 $3,042,102 3.9% 7 Source: MuniServices City of Gilroy Boards, Commissions & Committees

Arts and Culture Commission – (4-year terms) This seven (7) member body is responsible for advising Recreation Department Staff and the City Council on matters pertaining to cultural and artistic activities to encourage, promote and stimulating the growth of broad based arts in the community. The Commission meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 ppy.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Bicycle Pedestrian Commission – (4-year terms) This five (5) member Commission advises staff and the City Council on matters related to bicyclists and pedestrians include studying problems, activities and concerns of bicyclists and pedestrians, and providing input on bicycle and pedestrian issues in the community. Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Building Board of Appeals – (4-year terms) This five (5) member Board addresses matters pertaining to building and construction and hears all building appeals as set forth by the City Charter. The Board meets as needed and is comprised of four (4) persons qualified by experience and training, with one public member.

Historic Heritage Committee – (2-year terms) This five (5) member body meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, acting as an advisory board to the City Council and Planning Commission on issues relating to the identification, protection, retention and preservation of historic sites and neighborhoods of the City.

Housinggy Advisory Committee – (2-yy)ear terms) This nine (9) member body is comprised of community stakeholders tasked with reviewing housing policies, programs and making recommendations to the City Council on housing-related matters. The committee meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Library Commission - (4-year terms) Comprised of five (5) members, this Commission serves as an advisory/liaison body to the City Council, city staff and the city Librarian on matters concerning the Gilroy Library, and meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Senior Center meeting room.

Parks and Recreation Commission – (4-year terms) This seven (7) member body is responsible for advising Recreation Department Staff, the Planning Commission and City Council on matters pertaining to public parks, urban forestry and recreation in the advancement of park and recreation planning and programming. This Commission sits as a review body during public hearing processes for parks and recreation master planning, and related park planning projects. Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

8 City of Gilroy Boards, Commissions & Committees (continued) Personnel Commission – (4-year terms) The Personnel Commission is a five (5) member body which advises and reviews job descriptions and classification recommendations for city positions and serves as a neutral body to hear appeals of disciplinary matters. Periodically the Commission conducts a comprehensive review of the city human resources rules and regulations. Regular meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Physically Challenged Board of Appeals - (4-year terms) Comprised of five (5) members, this body conducts hearings regarding action taken by City staff to enforce public accommodations for the physically challenged, and discusses items of interest to the physically challenged. Meetings are held at 9:00 a.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the months of January/April/July/October, in the Engineering conference room at City Hall.

Planning Commission – (4-year terms) This seven (7) member body acts as an advisory body to the City Council in the review of planning applications for land use entitlements including subdivisions, planned unit developments, zone changes, conditional use permits and variances from the City’s development standards, as well as comprehensive planning studies and the zoning code. Meetings are held the 1st Thursday of each month, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

* Public Art Committee – (4-year terms) Comprised of seven (7) members, this committee works in an advisory capacity to the Arts and Culture Commission in the development of public art to create an enhanced visual art environment within the community. The Committee meets the 4th Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

*PbliACili* Public Art Committee applicants are a liidbhAdClCiilso interviewed by the Arts and Culture Commission.

Youth Commission - (2-year terms) The Gilroy Youth Commission is an eleven member commission, ages 13-19, which serves as a youth advisory to the City Council, making recommendations on issues affecting local youth. The commission has extensive involvement with the planning, organization and implementation of programs and events in the community. All applicants must be between the ages of 13-18, and must reside within the Gilroy Unified School District. Terms run September through August. Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and the third Monday of each month from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Gilroy City Clerk’s Office (408) 846-0204 Applications can be found on the home page www.cityofgilroy.org or at City Hall. Please submit applications to: Shawna Freels, City ClerkClerk,, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA. 95020. All applicants interview with the City Council for formal appointment. For additional information on these volunteer opportunities, see the Boards and Commissions page under “City Hall” on the city website www.cityofgilroy.org

9 TREE TRIMMING SCAM

In the wake of a recent series of landscaping scams in the South Bay, the Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office and the Gilroy Po lice Depar tmen t have teame d up to pro duce a pu blic safety announcement. The short video is intended to alert all county residents to criminals who come to the door posing as tree trimmers, gardeners and landscapers. The video can be seen at the URL: http://youtu.be/cbHxGc50IB4

“The weather is warming. Your trees and bushes are green and growing,’’ Deputy District Attorney Janet Berry said. “But there is a dark side to the warming weather and I’m not talking about snails or slugs. Scammers pretending to be landscapers are busy at work throughout the county. And they are targeting elderly homeowners.”

Although they promise to do yard work and look like they can do the job, experts say, these criminals often take money up front and disappear, leaving the homeowner to deal with their mangled trees and bushes. Officials are warninggg that it is a big mistake to hire an yone who shows u pyp at your home unannounced , no matter what price they are offering. If it’s too good to be true, cautioned Gilroy Police Sgt. Chad Gallacinao, it probably is.

Here are three signs you may be getting scammed: - A landscaper, often wearing work clothes, comes to the door without being called. - He offers to trim trees, repair your lawn or other landscaping services for a low price. - He wants money up front.

Three preventive tips: - NEVER hire someone who comes unannounced to your door. Don’t even open the door to them, and certainly don’t let them in your house. Just say, “No thank you.” -Talk to your friends and neighbors to put together a list of reliable gardeners, landscapers, and home repair businesses to have on hand when you need some work done. - When you are deciding on whom to hire, get references. Call them.

If you feel that you have been a victim of this type of scam, call the Gilroy Police Department at 408-846-0350. The video, which was generously created by KMVT Silicon Valley Media in Mountain View, also includes the DA elder fraud number: 1- (855) DA ELDER.

10 Get to Know the Uvas Creek Levee Trail

The Uvas Creek Levee was built in the late 1980’s to limit flooding from Uvas Creek. It is over 2 miles long, and over the years has become a very popular walking/jogging/biking path due to its smooth asphalt surface, serene views, and freedom from vehicular traffic (Miller Avenue is the only area with vehicular cross traffic). There are several benches and interpretive nature display boards along the trail, and beautiful murals at the Santa Teresa bridge and West Luchessa bridge undercrossings. If you are not already familiar with this great community recreational asset, check it out.

Santa Teresa to Wren Ave - .8 mile Sports Santa Teresa to Miller Ave - 1 mile Park Santa Teresa to West Luchessa - 2 miles Santa Teresa to Sports Park - 2.5 miles Miller Ave to Sports Park – 1.4 miles Laurel Drive to Sports Park - 2.25 miles One lap around Sports Park - .5 miles

11 10th Street Sidewalk Project Detour Detour will begin this summer, watch posted signs for exact times. RAMP CLOSED DETOUR for 10th St. N to 101 North ONLY

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The US 101 north-bou nd loop on-ramp will be closed at certain times dringduring weekday s this summer , and a detour will be in effect. Traffic going north on US 101 from the Walmart/Lowes side will not be affected – only traffic going east on 10th Street/Hwy 152 will have to use the detour to go north. The detour will use the south-bound on-ramp to US 101, get off on Monterey Street exit, and then go under the freeway, and finally get back on US 101 going north. Typically, the detour should only take about 4 minutes longer. 12 The City of Gilroy will once again sponsor the community wide Fireworks Display on July 4, 2012. The Fireworks start at approximately 9:15 p.m. Spectators will enjoy about 400 fireworks and the show will last about 20 minutes. The location of the fireworks launch is Gilroy High School, 750 W. Tenth Street, Gilroy. Plan to arrive early for a good spot. If you htibtthihave any questions about this special event, please e-mail Sandra Sammut at [email protected] or call at 408-846-0419.

4th of July Fireworks Information and Restrictions

State-approved Fireworks may be purchased and used only in Gilroy & only from July 1st– July 4th (midnight) These types of fireworks are called SAFE and SANE and should only be purchased at one of the 16 authorized fireworks booths in the City.

SAFE and SANE fireworks have a State Fire Marshal approval stamp and do not leave the ground or explode. Safe and sane CANNOT be used in the below listed Hazardous Fire Areas or WUI zones. Additionally fireworks use is NOT PERMITTED in City Parks, City Parking Lots, GUSD Schools/lots or at or its parking lots. Fireworks in Gilroy are intended to be used by Gilroy residents and their personal guests. No Fireworks use is allowed in any other City in Santa Clara County or in the rural Gilroy, San Martin or Morgan Hill areas (un-incorporated Santa Clara County).

Administrative or Misdemeanor Citations can be issued to persons for using fireworks in an unsafe manner, illegal fireworks, or use of fireworks in prohibited areas.

ILLEGAL FIREWORKS CANNOT BE LEGALLY USED OR SOLD ANYWHERE IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. Typically, these devices make very loud explosions and/or fly through the air or across the ground. This includes but is not limited to: Cherry Bombs, Bottle Rockets, Roman Candles, M-80s, Any aerial pyrotechnic (firework) Firecrackers ALL USE OF FIREWORKS IS PROHIBITED in WUI Gilroy Locations That Are Considered Hazardous Fire Areas or Wildland Urban Interface · Country Estates II & III (streets up Mantelli from Rancho Hills Drive) · Carriage Hills Subdivision: Colony, Carriage, Crest Hill, Valley Oaks, Saffron, Lavender, Wild Iris, Foxglove · Carriage Court Development: Acorn and Hemlock & cul-de-sacs off these streets · All of the E agl e Ridge and Forest S ubdi v is ions · Hecker Pass west of Santa Teresa · Mesa Ridge subdivision: All streets off of San Justo · Mesa Ranch subdivision, all streets west from Mesa Road, not including Mesa itself. · Rancho Real Drive, south from its intersection with Welburn Avenue · West of Santa Teresa & Miller, incl. Wildflower 13 14 15 16 Help Tidy up the Levee after the Independence Day Celebration!

17 18 19 20 EMERGENCY/EMERGENCIA Health & Mental /Servicios de Salud American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2345 Fire/Ambulance/Police 9-1-1 Breathe California asthma, tobacco, etc 998-5865 California Highway Patrol 848-2324 Children’s Health Insurance. 1-888-244-5222 Poison Control Center 1-800-662-9886 Gardner Family Health Services 848-9400 Sheriff’s Department Civil 808-4800/ 683-2681 Gardner Dental Services 848-9436 Chemical Dependency Referrals Gilroy Neighborhood Health Clinic… 842-1017 AL-ANON (Support Group) 379-1051 / 847-0427 Hospitals – St. Louise Regional 848-2000 Alcoholic Anonymous 374-8511 Santa Teresa Kaiser 972-3000 Alcohol/Drug Referral Gateway 1-800-488-9919 Valley Medical Center 885-5000 Narcotics Anonymous 408-998-4200 Kaiser Permanente 848-4095 Nar-Anon 1-800-477-6291 Mental Health Services 1-800-704-0900 SLE Insight Recovery 846-5200 Planned Parenthood 847-1739 Support Homes /SLE for Recovery … 1-800-811-1800 Roto-Care Clinic (Tues) 676-3030 Crisis line Santa Clara Family Health Plan 1-800-260-2055 Crisis intervention EMQ Youth Crisis 379-9085 South County Self Help Center (mental Health 686-2365 Domestic Violence / Sexual Assaul t 1-877-363-7238 Urgent Care US Health Service 848-0444 Family Court Clinic Restraining orders etc.. 534-5600 Valley Health Clinic Gilroy 1-888-334-1000 Protective Services -Child Abuse…………. 683-0601 Pregnancy Services 852-2206 -Adult Abuse 975-4900 Housing/Vivienda Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotline 683-2482 California Apartment Association 873-1599 Police Services / Servicios de Policía Emergency Housing Consortium 294--2100 /686-1300 Police Assistance (Non-Emergency) 846-0350 Homebuyer Assistance Program 408-846-0242 Administration 846-0310 Housing Authority of Santa Clara 275-8770 Animal Control (Vector Control 918-4770) 846-0350 Ochoa Migrant Center 842-7552 Anti- Graffiti Program 846-0524 Project Sentinel (Landlord/Tenant dispute) 842-7740 Crime, Drug, Gang GPD/ tip line 846-0349 South County Housing (Prop mgt) 778-0276 Environmental (Garbage issues) 846-0529/ 846-0264 Sobrato Transitional Housing 848-6400 Graffiti Reporting Line 846-0395 Senior Services/ Servicios Ansíanos Neighborhood Watch / Mediation 846-0524 Senior & Caregiver Support 408-325-5237 Records Unit (reports, arrests etc) 846-0300 Senior Center 846-0414 Vehicle Abatement / Abandoned Vehicles 846-0320 Live Oak Adult Day Services 408-847-5491 Victim Witness Assist... (Victims of Crime) 295-2656 Meals on Wheels 1-800-510-2020 WeTip / Anonymous (reward) 1-800-78-CRIME Outreach Transportation 1-800-400-6222 Emergency/ Homeless Services /Emergencia Senior Legal Assistance/ Brown bag 846-0414 American Red Cross 577-1000 Senior Nutrition Lunch program 846-0428 Salvation Army 848-5373 Senior Excursions / Casino Trips 846-0414 Second Harvest Food Bank 1-800-984-3663 Wheeler Manor South County Housing…… 847-5490 Shelter Bed Hotline.1-800-7Shelter. 1-800-7-743-5837 Transportation/ Transportación Social Services Agency Food Stamp……… 846-3900 Cal Train 1-800-660-4287 St. Joseph Family Center 842-6662 Greyhound Bus Lines 847-7610 W.I.C. (Women, infant, children) Program 792-5101 Valley Transportation Authority 1-800-894-9908

Coffee with the Mayor 2012 There are currently many ways in which citizens can engage the Mayor in discussion, but Coffee with the Mayor venues provide an additional, informal setting in which the Mayor can answer questions and otherwise engage in specific or broad discussions on city issues with Gilroy residents. For more information call 408-846-0491. All coffees are scheduled for Saturdays and will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the City Council Chambers , 7351 Rosanna Street July 21st and September 22nd at 9:30 a.m.

21 July 2 City Council Meeting (Cancelled) 4 Independence Day Holiday 7 Walking Tour – Fifth Street10:00 am 9 Personnel Commission Meeting 5:30 pm 10 Arts & Culture Commission 5:00 pm 10 Physically Challenged Board of Appeals 9:00 am 11 Library Commission 7:00 pm 14 Kids Triathlon 8:00 am 16 City Council Meeting 6:00 pm 17 Parks and Recreation Commission 6:00 pm 21 Coffee with the Mayor 9:30 am 24 Bicycle Pedestrian Commission 6:00 pm 25 Public Art Committee 5:30 pm 26 Planning Commission 6:30 pm

Your City August 4 Walking Tour Church to Hanna 10:00 am Website 6 City Council 6:00 pm The Portal to 8 Libraryyp Commission 7:00 pm current City 13 Personnel Commission Meeting 5:30 pm information of 14 Arts & Culture Commission 5:00 pm 21 Parks & recreation Commission 6:00 pm all types, with 22 Public Art Committee 9:00 am many links to 28 Bicycle Pedestrian Committee 6:00 pm other valuable local and regional information. September 3 Labor Day Holiday 6 Planning Commission Meeting 6:30 pm 10 City Council Meeting 6:00 10 Personnel Commission Meeting 5:30 pm www.cityofgilroy.org 11 Arts & Culture Commission 5:30 pm 12 Library Commission 7:00 pm 17 City Council Meeting 6:00 pm 18 Parks and Recreation Commission 6:00 pm 22 Coffee with the Mayor 9:30 am Questions or comments regarding this 25 Bicycle Pedestrian Commission 6:00 pm publication may be addressed to: 26 Public Art Committee 5:30 pm Joe Kline, Public Information Officer City of Gilroy 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020 Joe. kline@ci. gilroy. ca.u s 408-846-0254 This newsletter is published quarterly in January, April, July and October.

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