Gilroy public meetings in 2025

General

The Gilroy City Council is holding a special meeting solely to enter closed session under Public Employee Appointment/Employment rules to discuss the City Administrator position. No other business will be conducted in open session.

• Closed session discussion on appointment/employment of the City Administrator

General

The City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed session. The body will discuss the appointment or employment of the City Administrator.

• Closed session regarding the appointment/employment of the City Administrator

General

This is a special meeting of the Gilroy City Council with a single agenda item: a closed session to discuss the appointment/employment of a City Administrator. No other business is scheduled. Any action taken will be reported in open session after the closed session.

• Closed session discussion on the appointment/employment of a City Administrator

General

The Arts and Culture Commission will review and provide a recommendation to the City Council for awarding the purchase of designs for the 'For the Love of Gilroy 2026' public art banners. They will also discuss a mural request at the Santa Clara Family Health Plan. The meeting includes public comment opportunities and updates on community art events.

• Review and recommendation on artist submittals for the 'For the Love of Gilroy 2026' public art campaign banners
• Mural request at Santa Clara Family Health Plan
• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Updates on Gilroy art-related community events

The commission voted to approve the mural design for the Santa Clara Family Health Plan building. It also approved its recommendations for artist submissions to the 2026 "For the Love of Gilroy" public art campaign. Both motions passed unanimously among the commissioners present.

• Approved Santa Clara Family Health Plan mural request (4-0)
• Approved recommendations of artist submittals for "For the Love of Gilroy" 2026 (4-0)

General

This is a special meeting of the Gilroy City Council with only one agenda item: a closed session under Government Code Section 54957 to discuss the appointment/employment of the City Administrator. Following the closed session, the council will reconvene in open session to report any action taken.

• Closed session to consider appointment/employment of City Administrator

The Gilroy City Council voted to remain in closed session, with all members voting aye and no nays. No other business was taken before adjournment.

• Remain in closed session – Passed (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider extending a temporary ban on new tobacco retailer permits in the Downtown Specific Plan Area for an additional ten months and fifteen days. The council will also discuss a commemorative flag application for the Progressive Pride flag and consider options to meet state-mandated stormwater trash capture requirements, including an RFP for connector pipe screens. The consent calendar includes approval of contract amendments for tree pruning and streetlight maintenance, budget amendments for police and youth programs, and denial of three claims.

• Public hearing to extend urgency interim ordinance prohibiting new tobacco retailer permits in the Downtown Specific Plan Area for 10 months and 15 days.
• Consideration of the Commemorative Flag Flying Application for the Progressive Pride Flag for calendar year 2026.
• Authorize RFP for fabrication and installation of 73 connector pipe screens to meet state stormwater trash capture requirements.
• Approval of contract amendment with West Coast Arborists for $69,319 for Hecker Pass tree pruning.
• Adopt budget amendment for Police Department BSCC Title II grant of $290,225 and approve $116,617.50 first amendment with Youth Alliance for Restorative Justice Youth Diversion Program.

The Gilroy City Council approved the consent calendar, adopted a budget amendment for the Police Department grant, and extended the urgency interim ordinance that bans new tobacco retailer permits in the downtown specific plan area. The council also approved a contract for youth services, a tree‑maintenance amendment, a street‑light maintenance amendment, and authorized the raising of the Progressive Pride Flag. All motions passed without opposition.

• Approved consent calendar (all items) – Passed
• Extended downtown tobacco retailer permit moratorium by 10 months and 15 days – Passed (8‑0)
• Adopted FY26‑27 Police Department BSCC Title II Grant Fund amendment for $290,225 – Passed
• Approved $130,105.14 contract to Youth Alliance for South County Youth Task Force school‑based services – Passed
• Approved $69,319 amendment to Tree Maintenance Contract with West Coast Arborists – Passed
• Approved second amendment to Cal‑West Lighting & Signal Maintenance contract and related budget amendment – Passed
• Authorized surplus of 16 vehicles/equipment to be auctioned – Passed
• Approved Commemorative Flag Flying Application for the Progressive Pride Flag – Passed (5‑2)

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission will discuss the FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan and consider comments on it. Commissioners will also review and accept the Treasurer's Report as of December 1, 2025. The meeting includes public comment on items not on the agenda, a reflection on the recent California Association of Youth Commissions conference, and an announcement of the YAC Attack Conference 2026 in Los Altos.

• Discussion of FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Treasurer's Report for the Youth Commission as of December 1, 2025
• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Reflection on California Association of Youth Commissions conference (Nov 15, 2025)
• Announcement of YAC Attack Conference 2026 in Los Altos, March 7, 2026

The commission unanimously approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0-0). Commissioners organized three committees for the upcoming OpportuniTEEN Fair: logistics, marketing, and vendor. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved November 10 minutes (9-0-0)
• Established OpportuniTEEN Fair logistics committee (Ortega, Bermudez)
• Established OpportuniTEEN Fair marketing committee (Diakova, Tham, Guiterrez, Sanchez)
• Established OpportuniTEEN Fair vendor committee (Bhandal, Nguyen, Tham, Abaneh, Sarath)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the FY27 Work Program, including outreach for bicyclists and pedestrians, and approve the 2026 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes updates on the Parks Capital Improvement Program and department operations.

• Approval of 2026 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Schedule
• FY 27 Work Program update (bicyclists, pedestrians, joint use)
• Parks Capital Improvement Program overview
• Public Works Park Maintenance and Operations Update
• Commissioner Park Reports & Comments

The commission approved the October 21, 2025 minutes and the meeting agenda. It then adopted the proposed 2026 meeting calendar by unanimous vote. The commission also directed staff to research park closure times for a future agenda item.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (passed)
• Approved the meeting agenda (passed)
• Adopted the 2026 Parks & Recreation meeting calendar (unanimous)
• Directed staff to revisit park closure times after research (future discussion)
• Supported continued early planning for FY27 work program and asked staff to return Jan/Feb (no vote)
• Discussed joint use of Gilroy Unified School District facilities; no decision made (discussion)
• Reviewed park capital improvement updates; no formal action (informational)
• Noted City Council first reading of ordinance shifting commission appointment cycles (reported)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items and adopt several resolutions. It will award two opioid remediation grants totaling $237,352 and amend the FY 2026 Opioid Settlement Fund. The Council will also award an interim aquatics center operator contract to Swan Swimming, LLC for up to $266,662 and introduce an ordinance to shift board and commission terms to odd‑year expirations. A closed‑session will discuss the purchase or lease of property at 7491 Railroad Street.

• Award two opioid remediation grants: $118,675 to Carry the Vision and $118,676 to Youth Alliance; amend FY 2026 Opioid Settlement Fund by $237,352.
• Award interim aquatics center operator contract to Swan Swimming, LLC, not to exceed $266,662.
• Introduce ordinance to extend all board and commission terms to expire in odd‑numbered years.
• Adopt ordinance amending Chapter 30, Article LIV (Z 25‑02) of the Gilroy City Code on accessory dwelling units.
• Closed‑session negotiation for property at 7491 Railroad Street, APN 841‑06‑001.

The Gilroy City Council approved the consent calendar and a $237,352 opioid remediation grant to Carry the Vision, along with a budget amendment to fund it. The Council also awarded a $266,662 interim contract to The Swimming Swan for the Aquatics Center, adopted an ordinance setting future term expirations to odd-numbered years, and adopted the first‑quarter FY 2025‑26 budget report. All motions passed unanimously with one council member absent.

• Approved consent calendar (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved $237,352 opioid remediation grant to Carry the Vision (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted FY 2026 budget amendment adding $237,352 to Opioid Settlement Fund (6-0, 1 absent)
• Awarded interim Aquatics Center operator contract to The Swimming Swan, up to $266,662 (6-0, 1 absent)
• Read ordinance by title only and waived further reading (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted ordinance setting future council and commission terms to expire in odd-numbered years (6-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted FY 2025‑26 first‑quarter budget report and budget amendment resolution (6-0, 1 absent)
• Moved into closed session and remained in closed session (6-0, 1 absent)

Open Government Commission

The commission will meet on November 13, 2025, to approve minutes and the 2026 calendar, discuss Open Government Week (Nov 17–21), schedule ordinance training, and review public records requests as required by code. Public comment is accepted on agenda items before action.

• Approval of 2026 Annual Calendar of Commission meetings
• Open Government Week – 17-21 November 2025
• Open Government Ordinance Training
• Review of Public Records Requests Per Gilroy Code Section 17A.35(c)

The commission voted to approve the consent calendar, which includes approval of the September 25, 2025 special meeting minutes and the 2026 meeting calendar. Commissioner Ann Marie McCauley moved the approval, Commissioner Diana Bentz seconded, and all four present commissioners voted aye. No commissioners voted nay.

• Approved consent calendar (4-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will consider a motion to join the Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action and the Association of California Youth Commissions. The commission will also receive and comment on the draft FY26 Work Plan. The meeting includes approval of October minutes and public comment.

• Possible motion to join Silicon Valley Youth Climate Action and Association of California Youth Commissions
• Discussion and comment on FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Approval of minutes from October 13, 2025 regular meeting

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Commissioner Ortega, seconded by Commissioner Gill, and passed with an 11‑0‑0 vote. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 13, 2025 Youth Commission minutes (11-0-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 25-01) for a youth-focused gymnastics facility (California Sports Center) at 7800 Arroyo Circle. Staff recommends approval subject to findings and conditions, and a CEQA Class 1 exemption. The commission will also receive the 2025 annual presentation to council and consider approval of the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit CUP 25-01 for California Sports Center gymnastics facility at 7800 Arroyo Circle
• Consent agenda: approval of October 16, 2025 Planning Commission Special Meeting minutes
• New business: Planning Commission Annual Presentation 2025 to Council (draft provided at meeting)
• New business: Approval of 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
• Informational item: Planning Division Staff Approvals

The Gilroy Planning Commission unanimously approved the consent agenda. It adopted a resolution approving the Conditional Use Permit for the California Sports Center at 7800 Arroyo Circle, finding the project exempt from further CEQA review. The Commission also adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, moving the July regular meeting to July 16, 2026.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for California Sports Center, exempt from CEQA (7-0)
• Adopted 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule, changing July meeting to July 16, 2026 (7-0)

General

This special meeting consists solely of the annual State of the City Address by Mayor Greg Bozzo. No council consideration, action, or public discussion will take place. The meeting is informational and ceremonial.

• State of the City Address by Mayor Greg Bozzo

General

The Gilroy City Council will hold a special study session to review the CMAP. Council members will hear public comments after the study presentation. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• CMAP Study Session
• Public Comment period
• Opening (Call to Order and Roll Call)
• Adjournment

The Gilroy City Council instructed staff to assess community needs and collaborate with the Community Media Access Project (CMAP) to create a new agreement outlining services and city responsibilities. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Directed staff to review community needs and develop a future CMAP agreement

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will hold a public hearing and consider introducing an ordinance amending accessory dwelling unit regulations. The council will also consider an urgency interim ordinance banning new tobacco retailer permits for 45 days in the Downtown Specific Plan area. Additionally, the council will receive an update on the downtown plywood storefront and vacancy ordinances.

• Introduction and first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 30, Article LIV on accessory dwelling units (Z 25-02)
• Consider adopting an urgency interim ordinance prohibiting new tobacco retailer permits for 45 days in the Downtown Specific Plan area (M 25-13)
• Update on downtown plywood storefront ordinance and proposal to revive and strengthen the vacant commercial space ordinance (Chapter 5D) without a vacancy tax
• Award contract to FBD Vanguard Construction, Inc. for $156,820 for FY26 CDBG Sidewalk and Curb Ramp Project No. 26-PW-303
• Authorize ten-year master agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for an interview room recording system for $243,621

The Gilroy City Council approved several contracts and updates, including a $103,448 youth services contract and a $243,621 master service agreement with Axon. It also adopted an accessory dwelling unit ordinance exempt from CEQA and introduced the ordinance. The council passed an urgency interim ordinance that temporarily prohibits the issuance of new tobacco retailer permits in the downtown specific plan area. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved the consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved the October 20, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved the 2025 update to the City Sewer System Management Plan (unanimous)
• Awarded a $103,448 contract to Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County for youth services (unanimous)
• Authorized a $243,621 ten‑year master service agreement with Axon Enterprises for an interview‑room recording system (unanimous)
• Awarded a $156,820 contract to FBD Vanguard Construction for FY26 CDBG sidewalk and curb‑ramp project, with a $19,370.14 contingency and total $176,190.14 expenditure (unanimous)
• Adopted the ADU ordinance exemption from CEQA and introduced the ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted an urgency interim ordinance prohibiting new tobacco retailer permits in the downtown specific plan area (unanimous)

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission is holding a regular meeting that will adjourn to closed session to discuss a single employee discipline/dismissal/release matter. After the closed session, the commission will report any actions taken, then adjourn or continue to a special meeting on October 30, 2025.

• Closed session for public employee discipline/dismissal/release affecting one employee

Open Government Commission

The Open Government Commission is meeting to review reports on Open Government Week and ordinance training. The body will consider approving a letter to the editor and correspondence to the City Council regarding translation services.

• Open Government Week (November 17-21, 2025) planning and draft Letter to the Editor
• Open Government Ordinance Training report
• Draft council correspondence regarding City Council Translation Services
• Approval of September 25, 2025 meeting minutes

Open Government Commission

This special meeting includes approval of prior minutes, reports from subcommittees, and planning for Open Government Week. Key discussions involve a draft letter to City Council on translation services and a letter to the editor for Open Government Week. Commissioners will also receive a report on Open Government Ordinance training.

• Approve minutes of September 25, 2025 special meeting (consent calendar)
• Reports from subcommittees (unfinished business)
• Open Government Week Nov 17-21: possible approval of draft letter to the editor 'Celebrating 17 years of Open Government in Gilroy'
• City Council Translation Services: commission to approve draft correspondence and request staff transmit to City Council for action

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly act on the Recreation Assessment Consultant Scope of Work, review proposed 2016 VTA Measure B projects for fiscal year 2026, and receive updates on the quarterly work plan and various park projects. Public comment is invited on items not on the agenda and on each action item.

• Review and comment on proposed 2016 VTA Measure B Encouragement and Education projects for fiscal year 2026
• Review of proposed Recreation Assessment Consultant Scope of Work
• Receive and comment on FY 26 and FY 27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
• Updates on pickleball, Little League, Arbor Day, San Ysidro Story Walk, and Christmas Hill Grand Opening
• Commissioner park reports for Bozzo, Carriage Hills, Gateway, Miller, and others

The commission approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda for this meeting. The City Council approved reappropriation funds for the Del Rey Park playground and the Hecker Pass shade structure. The Council also moved forward with a six‑court design for the Las Animas Veteran Park pickleball courts. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (passed)
• Approved meeting agenda (passed)
• Council approved reappropriation for Del Rey Park Playground and Hecker Pass Shade Structure
• Council moved forward with six‑court pickleball design at Las Animas Veteran Park

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review and comment on the proposed 2016 VTA Measure B Encouragement and Education projects for fiscal year 2026, and review a proposed scope of work for a Recreation Assessment Consultant. They will also receive and comment on the FY 26 and FY 27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan. The meeting includes updates on various parks, capital projects, and recreational programs.

• Review and comment on proposed 2016 VTA Measure B Encouragement and Education projects for fiscal year 2026
• Review of proposed Recreation Assessment Consultant Scope of Work
• Receive and comment on FY 26 and FY 27 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
• Update on pickleball, Little League, Arbor Day, and San Ysidro Story Walk
• Commissioner park reports for multiple parks including Christmas Hill Park & Ranch Site, Hecker Pass

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Members will also discuss policy direction for electronic billboards along State Route 101 and a reserve policy for parks infrastructure.

• Contract award to McKim Corporation for $1,110,735 for the FY26 Sidewalk Replacement Program Project
• Budget amendment of $70,000 to replace two HVAC units at Old City Hall
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendment to allow electronic billboards along State Route 101
• Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-25 Year-end Financial Report and budget amendment resolution
• Potential RFP for fabrication and installation of 75 Certified Full Capture Systems

The council approved the consent calendar, a $70,000 FY26 facilities budget amendment for HVAC repairs, and awarded a $1,110,735 contract to McKim Corporation for the FY26 Sidewalk Replacement Program. It also received the FY25 year‑end financial report and adopted pension and OPEB contributions. Staff were directed to research electronic billboards and to draft a park infrastructure reserve policy with a $310,000 initial funding. The Environmental Services item was continued without a set date.

• Approved consent calendar (7-0)
• Adopted FY26 facilities budget amendment to increase $70,000 for HVAC repairs (7-0)
• Awarded McKim Corporation contract for $1,110,735 sidewalk replacement project (7-0)
• Received FY25 year‑end financial report and adopted pension/OPEB contributions (7-0)
• Directed staff to research electronic billboards and report options later
• Directed staff to draft park infrastructure reserve policy with $310,000 one‑time contribution
• Continued Environmental Services Update and Statewide Trash Provisions without a date

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments. Members will also discuss a potential zoning change for electronic billboards and a new reserve policy for parks infrastructure.

• Contract award to McKim Corporation for $1,110,735 for the FY26 Sidewalk Replacement Program Project
• Budget amendment of $70,000 to replace two HVAC units at Old City Hall
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance text amendment to allow electronic billboards along State Route 101
• Proposal to advertise an RFP for 75 Certified Full Capture Systems for environmental services
• Preliminary Fiscal Year 2024-25 Year-end Financial Report and budget amendment

The council approved the consent calendar, adopted a $70,000 budget amendment for HVAC repairs at Old City Hall, and awarded a $1,110,735 contract to McKim Corporation for the FY26 sidewalk replacement program. It also received the FY25 year‑end financial report, approved OPEB trust contributions, and directed staff to study electronic billboards and draft a park infrastructure reserve policy.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted FY26 Facilities budget amendment of $70,000 for HVAC repairs (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to McKim Corporation for $1,110,735 sidewalk replacement project (unanimous)
• Received FY25 year‑end financial report and approved OPEB contributions (unanimous)
• Directed staff to research electronic billboard ordinance options (no vote recorded)
• Directed staff to draft park infrastructure reserve policy with $310,000 initial contribution (no vote recorded)
• Continued Environmental Services Update and Statewide Trash Provisions without a set date (no vote recorded)
• Planned future ordinance to prohibit new downtown smoke shops (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Gilroy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance amendment (Z 25‑02) that would modify Chapter 30, Article LIV of the city code to address accessory dwelling units. Staff will recommend that the City Council adopt the amendment and deem it exempt from CEQA review. The meeting also includes a consent agenda to approve the August 7, 2025 minutes and a presentation of the commission’s annual report to the City Council.

• Approve August 7, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes (consent agenda)
• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment Z 25‑02 for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Staff recommendation to exempt the ADU amendment from CEQA and forward it to City Council
• Annual Planning Commission presentation to City Council (draft provided)
• Staff approvals, division report, and assistant city attorney report

The Gilroy Planning Commission approved two recommendations concerning an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) zoning amendment. Commissioners voted 6‑0 to recommend the City Council find the amendment exempt from CEQA review under Guidelines Section 15282(h). They also voted 6‑0 to recommend the City Council adopt Ordinance Z 25‑02, amending Chapter 30, Article LIV of the Gilroy City Code on ADUs. The consent agenda was approved unanimously.

• Approve consent agenda (6‑0)
• Recommend City Council find ADU zoning amendment CEQA exempt (6‑0)
• Recommend City Council adopt Ordinance Z 25‑02 amending ADU provisions (6‑0)

Planning Commission

The Gilroy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance amendment (Z 25-02) to modify Chapter 30, Article LIV of the Gilroy City Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The Commission is expected to vote on recommending the amendment to the City Council. Other agenda items include approval of August 7, 2025 meeting minutes and a draft annual presentation to Council.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment Z 25-02 to modify ADU regulations in Gilroy City Code Chapter 30, Article LIV
• Planning Commission to consider recommending the ADU ordinance to City Council
• Approval of August 7, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Presentation of draft Planning Commission Annual Report to Council (2025)
• Staff report by Planning Manager Michael Fossati on the ADU amendment

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will consider several items, including a public art design request for the Monterey Family Apartments, a bench plaque inscription for Jim Rogers, and a museum deaccession list. The body will also discuss logistics for its booth at the Great Garlic Halloween 5K, approve the 2026 meeting schedule, and address ongoing public art and fundraising topics.

• Public Art Request at Monterey Family Apartments – review design and recommend to Planning Division
• Bench Plaque Inscription for Jim Rogers – review and approve inscription
• Gilroy Museum deaccession request – recommend action to City Council
• Commission booth logistics for Great Garlic Halloween 5K Fun Run on Oct 18, 2025
• Approval of the 2026 Arts and Culture Commission meeting schedule

The Arts and Culture Commission approved the September 9 minutes and several new items, including a public art request for the Monterey Family Apartments, a bench plaque honoring Jim Rogers, and a Gilroy Museum deaccession list. The commission also approved the 2026 meeting schedule. All motions passed unanimously with no recorded dissent.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved public art request at Monterey Family Apartments (unanimous)
• Approved bench plaque inscription for Jim Rogers (unanimous)
• Approved Gilroy Museum deaccession list (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review and recommend on a proposed public art design for the Monterey Family Apartment project. They will also decide on a bench plaque inscription for Jim Rogers and recommend to City Council on deaccessioning items from the Gilroy Museum. Other business includes logistics for a booth at the Great Garlic Halloween 5K Fun Run and approval of the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Review of public art design for Monterey Family Apartments
• Approve bench plaque inscription in memory of Jim Rogers
• Recommendation to City Council on Gilroy Museum deaccession list
• Discussion of commission booth at Great Garlic Halloween 5K Fun Run on October 18
• Approval of 2026 meeting schedule

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission will discuss and possibly approve the FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan, including a motion on apparel design. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a reminder for the annual Commission Recognition Dinner. Most items are procedural, with the work plan discussion being the main substantive item.

• Discussion and possible approval of FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Possible motion to approve apparel design
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Reminder for annual Commission Recognition Dinner on November 20, 2025

The Youth Commission unanimously approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided to purchase both a T‑shirt and a quarter‑zip sweatshirt for youth apparel, pending budget clarification. The commission chose logo design #1 and will meet to finalize edits. Plans were set for Tech Day senior support and for committee meetings before the November gathering.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (10-0-0 vote)
• Decided to purchase both a T‑shirt and quarter‑zip sweatshirt for youth apparel (budget pending)
• Selected logo design #1 (by Commissioner Sanchez) for apparel
• Assigned commissioners Sarath, Abaneh, Bhandal, Sanchez, and Guiterrez to finalize logo design
• Planned Tech Day senior tech support by commissioners Nguyen, Bermudez, Sarath, and possibly Pham (Nov 24‑26)
• Scheduled Music/Games and Décor/Theme committees to reconvene before November meeting
• Added Commissioner Guiterrez to décor/theme committee and to design program flyer
• Reminded commissioners to RSVP for November 20 Commission Recognition Dinner

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will consider awarding a $696,292 contract to 4LEAF, Inc. for construction management services for the Utility Improvements Project. The consent calendar includes approval of a Mills Act agreement for a historic property at 7357 Monterey Road, a $20,100 amendment for fire station renovations design, and re-adoption of the city's investment policy. Under new business, the council will receive an update on the Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts project and may affirm a four-court concept.

• Award contract to 4LEAF, Inc. for $696,292 for construction management (Utility Improvements Project No. 25-RFP-UT-522)
• Approval of a Mills Act Agreement for historic property at 7357 Monterey Road (MA 25-01)
• First Amendment to agreement with William Duff Architects, Inc. increasing contract by $20,100 for Fire Station Renovations Design Project
• Annual review and re-adoption of the City's Investment Policy
• Update and direction on Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts project (affirm four-court concept)

The council passed the consent calendar, which included approval of a Mills Act agreement for a historic property, re‑adoption of the city’s Investment Policy, a $20,100 amendment to the William Duff Architects fire‑station design contract, and the 2026 council meeting schedule. It also approved awarding a $696,292 construction‑management contract to 4LEAF, Inc., with a $104,448 (15%) contingency, and directed staff to begin bidding on the Las Animas Veterans Park pickleball courts project.

• Consent calendar approved (passed, mover Dion Bracco, seconder Tom Cline, ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo; absent: Zach Hilton)
• Mills Act Agreement for historic property at 7357 Monterey Road approved (passed with same vote as consent calendar)
• Annual Review and re‑adoption of the City’s Investment Policy approved (passed with same vote as consent calendar)
• First Amendment to William Duff Architects contract approved, increasing amount by $20,100 (passed with same vote as consent calendar)
• 2026 City Council meeting schedule approved (passed with same vote as consent calendar)
• Awarded contract to 4LEAF, Inc. for $696,292 construction‑management services, with $104,448 contingency, authorized City Administrator to execute (passed, mover Carol Marques, seconder Kelly Ramirez, ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo; absent: Zach Hilton)
• Council directed staff to solicit base bid for six‑court pickleball project with specified alternates (direction, no vote recorded)
• Public comment periods opened and closed on multiple agenda items (procedural, no decisions)

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a construction management contract for utility improvements and a contract amendment for fire station renovations. The body will also discuss the pickleball court concept at Las Animas Veterans Park and review the city's investment policy.

• Contract award to 4LEAF, Inc. for $696,292 for Utility Improvements Project No. 25-RFP-UT-522
• Contract amendment for William Duff Architects, Inc. increasing amount by $20,100 for Fire Station Renovations
• Mills Act Agreement for a historic property at 7357 Monterey Road
• Direction on the four pickleball court concept at Las Animas Veterans Park
• Annual review and re-adoption of the City's Investment Policy

The Gilroy City Council approved the consent calendar, which included adoption of prior meeting minutes, a Mills Act agreement for a historic property at 7357 Monterey Road, a review and re‑adoption of the city's Investment Policy, a $20,100 amendment to the fire‑station design contract with William Duff Architects, and the 2026 council meeting schedule. The council also voted to award a $696,292 construction‑management contract to 4LEAF, Inc. for Utility Improvements Project No. 25‑RFP‑UT‑522, with a $104,448 (15%) contingency. Finally, staff were directed to begin a bidding process for six pickleball courts at Las Animas Veterans Park.

• Approved consent calendar covering minutes, Mills Act, investment policy, contract amendment, and 2026 schedule (6‑0)
• Approved Mills Act Agreement for historic property at 7357 Monterey Rd (MA 25‑01) (6‑0)
• Approved annual review and re‑adoption of the City's Investment Policy (6‑0)
• Approved first amendment to William Duff Architects contract, increasing amount by $20,100 (6‑0)
• Approved 2026 City Council meeting schedule (6‑0)
• Awarded contract to 4LEAF, Inc. for $696,292 construction‑management services, with $104,448 contingency (6‑0)
• Directed staff to solicit base bid and alternates for six‑court pickleball project at Las Animas Veterans Park
• Approved minutes of August 9, September 6, and September 15, 2025 council meetings (6‑0)

General

This is a special meeting of the Gilroy City Council with a single item: an informal 'Coffee with the Mayor' event. No votes or decisions are scheduled. The public is invited to attend and speak.

• Coffee with the Mayor – no other business items

The Gilroy City Council met on October 4, 2025, held a Coffee with the Mayor event, and then adjourned. No substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded in the minutes.

General

The South County Regional Wastewater Authority Board will consider approving five agricultural lease amendments with San Felipe Farms and B&T Farms, covering over 479 acres. The consent calendar also includes approval of meeting minutes, the 2026 meeting schedule, and a legal services agreement with Berliner and Cohen. New business items involve resolutions to appoint the Authority Manager and SCRWA Secretary.

• Third Amendment to lease with San Felipe Farms for APN 841-30-004 (141.8 gross acres, ~125.1 farmable)
• Third Amendment to lease with San Felipe Farms for APN 841-30-003 (104.4 gross acres, ~60 farmable)
• First Amendment to lease with San Felipe Farms for APN 841-30-007 (117.5 gross acres, ~20 farmable)
• Fifth Amendment to lease with B&T Farms for APN 841-28-001 (49.1 gross acres, ~40 farmable)
• Agreement for Legal Services with Berliner and Cohen

Open Government Commission

The Open Government Commission will discuss and possibly approve a draft council correspondence and proclamation recognizing November 17-21, 2025 as Open Government Week, and request the City Council to adopt it. They will also consider a separate draft correspondence regarding translation services for City Council meetings. Additionally, the commission will receive a subcommittee report and discuss Open Government Ordinance training.

• Approve draft council correspondence and proclamation for Open Government Week (Nov 17-21, 2025)
• Approve draft council correspondence on City Council translation services
• Receive subcommittee reports
• Discuss Open Government Ordinance training and provide direction
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2025 regular meeting

The Open Government Commission approved its consent calendar. It also approved a draft council correspondence with recommended amendments and submitted it to the City Council. Finally, the commission approved the translation services council correspondence and transmitted it to the City Council.

• Approved consent calendar (ayes: Diana Bentz, Shayne Somavia, Ann Marie McCauley; no nays)
• Approved draft council correspondence with recommended amendments and submitted to City Council (ayes: Diana Bentz, Shayne Somavia, Ann Marie McCauley; no nays)
• Approved translation services council correspondence and transmitted to City Council (ayes: Diana Bentz, Shayne Somavia, Sharpy Sandhu, Ann Marie McCauley; no nays)

Open Government Commission

The Gilroy Open Government Commission will meet on September 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM. Items include routine approval of the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes and subcommittee reports. The commission will consider a draft council correspondence and proclamation designating November 17‑21, 2025 as Open Government Week. It will also review a draft correspondence on City Council translation services and receive a report on Open Government Ordinance training.

• Approval of the August 14, 2025 Open Government Commission meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Approval of draft council correspondence and proclamation for Open Government Week (Nov 17‑21, 2025)
• Receive and provide direction on the Open Government Ordinance training report
• Review and approve draft council correspondence regarding City Council translation services
• Subcommittee reports (staff report and public comment) under Unfinished Business

The Open Government Commission approved the consent calendar, the draft council correspondence with recommended amendments, and the translation services correspondence. All three motions passed unanimously, with Commissioner Janet Krulee absent for the first two votes. The meeting adjourned at 6:23 p.m. with the next special meeting set for October 23, 2025.

• Approved consent calendar (ayes: Bentz, Somavia, McCauley; absent: Krulee)
• Approved draft council correspondence with recommended amendments and submit to City Council (ayes: Bentz, Somavia, McCauley; absent: Krulee)
• Approved translation services council correspondence and transmit to City Council (ayes: Bentz, Somavia, Krulee, McCauley)

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission will consider approving job descriptions, salary ranges, and reclassifications for several positions, including a new Economic Development Director, a Water Systems Superintendent (with reclassification of Jeff Castro), and a Senior Management Analyst in Utilities (reclassification of Izabela Cirloganu). Updates to job descriptions for Systems Administrator and Human Resources Technician I are also on the table. The commission will also receive an update on the City Administrator search.

• Consider approval of job description and salary range for new position of Economic Development Director
• Consider approval of job description, salary range, and reclassification of Jeff Castro to Water Systems Superintendent
• Consider reclassification of Management Analyst Izabela Cirloganu to Senior Management Analyst in Utilities Department
• Consider updates to job description for Systems Administrator
• Consider updates to job description for Human Resources Technician I

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission will receive updates on the Recreation Assessment Project, the Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts project, and the Great Garlic Halloween 5k Fun Run/Walk/Roll. The commission will also hear department and capital improvement project updates, approve minutes from August 19, 2025, and receive commissioner reports.

• Brief update on Recreation Assessment Project
• Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts project update
• Great Garlic Halloween Event - 5k Fun Run/Walk/Roll
• Approval of minutes from August 19, 2025 regular meeting
• Public Works Parks and CIP updates

The Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes and the current meeting agenda. Both motions were moved by Chair Ramirez, seconded by Commissioner Miller, and passed with votes from Vice Chair Martinez and Commissioner Jimenez. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (passed; mover: Chair Ramirez, seconder: Commissioner Miller, ayes: Vice Chair Martinez, Commissioner Jimenez)
• Approved meeting agenda (passed; mover: Chair Ramirez, seconder: Commissioner Miller, ayes: Vice Chair Martinez, Commissioner Jimenez)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review updates on the Recreation Assessment Project and the Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts Project. The body will also discuss the Great Garlic Halloween Event 5k Fun Run/Walk/Roll.

• Recreation Assessment Project update
• Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts Project update
• Great Garlic Halloween Event - 5k Fun Run/Walk/Roll
• Public Works Capital Improvement Project (CIP) updates

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, including the approval of a $160,000 traffic safety grant, a $15,000 motorcyclist safety grant, and the FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment. New business includes a review of the city's transient occupancy tax workplan, direction on the interim aquatics‑center operator, and authorizing the purchase of a modular classroom for the police department shooting range. The council will also vote on travel authorization for the League of California Cities conference and decide how to conduct a recreation assessment.

• Approve $160,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant and $15,000 Motorcyclist Safety Education grant
• Authorize purchase of modular classroom at police shooting range for $148,648.38
• Receive report and provide direction on the city's Transient Occupancy Tax Rate and ordinance review workplan
• Provide direction on interim operator for the Aquatics Center
• Authorize travel for council members and mayor to the League of California Cities Annual Conference

The council approved a contract for the City Administrator to purchase a modular classroom for the Police Department shooting range at a cost of $148,648.38. The consent calendar items, including the acceptance of $160,000 and $15,000 grants and a budget amendment, were also approved unanimously. The council also authorized travel for two members and the mayor to the League of California Cities conference and directed staff to explore a possible increase in the Transient Occupancy Tax and to hire a consultant for a recreation needs assessment.

• Approved purchase of modular classroom for $148,648.38 (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar items, including $160,000 and $15,000 grants and FY 2025‑2026 budget amendment (7-0)
• Authorized travel for Council Members Fugazzi, Ramirez and Mayor Bozzo to League of California Cities conference (7-0)
• Directed staff to explore a Transient Occupancy Tax increase and draft ordinance language (direction)
• Directed staff to issue a bid for a one‑year interim operator agreement for the Aquatics Center (direction)
• Directed hiring of a consultant to conduct an updated Recreation Needs Assessment (direction)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the city's transient occupancy tax rate and the operation of the aquatics center. The body will also consider purchasing a modular classroom for the police department shooting range.

• Purchase of a modular classroom at the Police Department Shooting Range for $148,648.38
• Acceptance of a $160,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant and a $15,000 Motorcyclist Safety Education and Training Program grant
• Review of the City's Transient Occupancy Tax Rate and Ordinance Review Workplan
• Direction on whether the Recreation assessment should be conducted in-house or by a consultant
• Direction regarding the interim operator for the Aquatics Center

The council passed the consent calendar, which included approval of the September 8 minutes, release of unclaimed checks, a $160,000 traffic safety grant, a $15,000 motorcyclist safety grant, and a FY 2025‑26 budget amendment. It also authorized the City Administrator to purchase a modular classroom for the police department shooting range for $148,648.38 and approved travel for two council members and the mayor to the League of California Cities conference. The council directed staff to explore a Transient Occupancy Tax increase, to issue a one‑year bid for interim operation of the Aquatics Center, and to hire a consultant for a Recreation Needs Assessment.

• Approved consent calendar items (minutes, unclaimed checks, $160,000 grant, $15,000 grant, budget amendment) – Passed (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of modular classroom for $148,648.38 – Passed (7-0)
• Authorized council travel to League of California Cities conference – Passed (7-0)
• Directed staff to explore a Transient Occupancy Tax increase – No vote recorded
• Directed issuance of a one‑year bid for interim operation of the Aquatics Center – No vote recorded
• Directed hiring of a consultant for a Recreation Needs Assessment – No vote recorded

Library Commission

The Gilroy Library Commission will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items including approval of June 2025 minutes, library staff recognition, updates on the commission's workplan, and reports from the county and Gilroy Library. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from June 18, 2025 regular meeting
• Library Commission Workplan Updates
• County Library reports for July, August, September 2025
• Gilroy Library Report

Library Commission

This regular meeting of the Gilroy Library Commission includes approval of minutes from June 18, 2025, recognition of library staff, updates on the commission's workplan, and reports from the county and Gilroy libraries. No new business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from the June 18, 2025 regular meeting
• Library staff recognition
• Library Commission workplan updates
• County Library reports for July, August, and September 2025
• Gilroy Library report

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review public art conditions for development projects and discuss fundraising options. The body is also considering recommendations regarding the sale of merchandise and the use of surplus funding for arts programs.

• Presentation on Public Art Conditions on Development Projects
• Recommendation for authority to sell merchandise for fundraising
• Recommendation for surplus funding for arts and culture events and programs
• For the Love of Gilroy Public Art Program and Event
• Discussion of fundraising options

The Arts and Culture Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It adopted a recommendation, with amendments, to allow the commission to sell merchandise for fundraising, to be sent to City Council after October 20, 2025. It also adopted a recommendation, with amendments, to request surplus funding for arts and culture events and programs, to be transmitted to City Council on October 6, 2025.

• Approved agenda (6-0) – motion by Wendy Zamora, seconded by Steven Porter
• Approved minutes from Aug 12, 2025 meeting (6-0) – motion by Wendy Zamora, seconded by Steven Porter
• Approved recommendation to sell merchandise for fundraising, with amendments (6-0) – motion by Melanie Reynisson, seconded by Camille McCormack
• Approved recommendation to request surplus funding for arts and culture events and programs, with amendments (6-0) – motion by Melanie Reynisson, seconded by Steven Porter

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will hear a presentation on public art conditions in development projects, and consider recommendations to authorize merchandise sales for fundraising, request surplus funding for arts events and programs, and discuss the For the Love of Gilroy public art program and other fundraising options. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Presentation from Community Development Department on public art conditions on development projects
• Recommendation to authorize merchandise sales for fundraising purposes
• Recommendation requesting surplus funding for arts and culture events and programs
• For the Love of Gilroy Public Art Program and Event
• Discussion of fundraising options

The Arts and Culture Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It also approved two recommendations with amendments: one to allow the sale of merchandise for fundraising, and another to request surplus funding for arts and culture events and programs. Both recommendations will be transmitted to the City Council in October.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Aug 12, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to sell merchandise for fundraising (with amendments, unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for surplus funding for arts and culture events and programs (with amendments, unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss purchasing new report writing software for the police department and awarding a design contract for library renovations. The body will also review the recruitment process for a City Administrator and the use of opioid settlement funds.

• Contract for SVA Architects, Inc. for library improvements and renovation: $390,660
• Eight-year agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for report writing software: $499,233
• Contract amendment for Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for Lions Creek Project: $29,880
• Proposal to issue an exploratory RFP for the use of opioid settlement funds
• Establishment of a City Council Sub-Committee for City Administrator recruitment

The Gilroy City Council approved the consent calendar items, a master joint use agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water for the trails network, and a $390,660 contract with SVA Architects for library improvements. It also approved a $29,880 amendment to the Dewberry Engineers contract, a $499,233 software purchase from Axon Enterprises, and authorized an exploratory RFP for opioid settlement funds. Additionally, the Council created a sub‑committee to oversee the City Administrator recruitment.

• Approved consent calendar items (grant award, FY 2026 budget amendment, August minutes) – unanimous
• Approved master joint use agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water for trails network – unanimous
• Awarded SVA Architects $390,660 contract for library design and budget amendment – unanimous
• Amended Dewberry Engineers contract by $29,880 and budget amendment – unanimous
• Authorized $499,233 eight‑year software purchase from Axon Enterprises – unanimous
• Authorized exploratory request for proposals for opioid settlement funds – unanimous
• Established sub‑committee for City Administrator recruitment – unanimous
• Moved to closed session – unanimous

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss the FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan. The body will also review the Treasurer's Report as of September 1, 2025.

• Discussion of FY26 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Treasurer's Report as of September 1, 2025
• Approval of August 25, 2025 Special Meeting minutes

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 special meeting (10‑0‑0). The treasurer presented the September 1 budget balances. The commission adopted its FY26 work plan and established four committees to address intergenerational dance and apparel matters, which will report at the October meeting.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (10-0-0)
• Established Intergenerational Dance Decorations and Food committee
• Established Intergenerational Dance Activities and Music Selection committee
• Established Apparel Design committee
• Established Apparel Clothing Options committee

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure and technology contracts, including library renovations and police software. The body will also discuss the recruitment process for a new City Administrator and the use of opioid settlement funds.

• Contract for SVA Architects, Inc. for library improvements and renovation: $390,660
• Eight-year agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for report writing software: $499,233
• Contract amendment for Dewberry Engineers, Inc. for Lions Creek Project: $29,880
• Proposal to issue an exploratory request for proposals for opioid settlement funds
• Establishment of a City Council Sub-Committee for City Administrator recruitment

The council approved several contracts and budget amendments, including a master services agreement for software, a library design contract, and a trails partnership. It also authorized an exploratory request for opioid settlement fund proposals and created a sub‑committee for the City Administrator search. All items passed unanimously.

• Approved consent calendar items 4.1 & 4.2 (grant award and FY2026 budget amendment) – Passed (6-0)
• Approved master joint use agreement with Santa Clara Valley Water for the trails network – Passed (6-0)
• Awarded $390,660 contract to SVA Architects for library improvements – Passed (6-0)
• Amended Dewberry Engineers contract to add $29,880, total not to exceed $219,532.26 – Passed (6-0)
• Authorized $499,233 eight‑year master services agreement with Axon Enterprises for software – Passed (6-0)
• Authorized staff to issue an exploratory request for proposals for opioid settlement funds – Passed (6-0)
• Established a sub‑committee for City Administrator recruitment led by the mayor and two council members – Passed (6-0)
• Approved remaining in closed session – Passed (6-0)

General

The City Council is holding a special meeting for a 'Coffee with the Mayor' event. The agenda consists of procedural opening and closing items.

• Coffee with the Mayor

Mayor Greg Bozzo called the council to order at 9:34 AM. A roll call recorded the presence of five council members and the mayor, with one member absent. The "Coffee with the Mayor" event concluded at 10:35 AM. No substantive decisions were made during this meeting.

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission will hold a special meeting to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer for the 2025-2026 term. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from a previous meeting and a general orientation for the new year.

• Elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer for 2025-2026
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2025 Regular Meeting
• 2025-26 Youth Commission Orientation
• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Staff/Commission comments

The commission approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes with an 11‑0‑0 vote. Commissioners elected Anna Nguyen as chair, Benedict Pham as vice chair, and Biruh Abaneh as treasurer for the 2025‑2026 term.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (11-0-0)
• Elected Anna Nguyen as chair
• Elected Benedict Pham as vice chair
• Elected Biruh Abaneh as treasurer

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Gilroy Parks and Recreation Commission approved the June 17 minutes and the agenda. It deferred discussion of the $5,000 Youth Access Scholarship to the September meeting. The commission voted to move forward with a draft RFP for updating the Parks Master Plan and asked the Arts and Cultural Commission to review additional input on the Las Animas mural.

• Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: Vargas, Jimenez)
• Approved agenda (ayes: Vargas, Jimenez)
• Deferred Youth Access Scholarship discussion to September meeting (ayes: Vargas, Jimenez)
• Moved forward with Draft RFP for Parks Master Plan update (ayes: Vargas, Jimenez)
• Requested Arts and Cultural Commission review additional input on Las Animas mural (ayes: Vargas, Jimenez)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission voted to approve the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda for the August 19 meeting. The Youth Access Scholarship discussion was postponed to the September meeting. Commissioners voted to move forward with a draft request for proposals to update the Parks Master Plan. The mural project for the Las Animas Veterans Park handball courts was referred to the Arts and Cultural Commission for additional input.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (passed)
• Approved August 19 agenda (passed)
• Deferred Youth Access Scholarship discussion to September meeting
• Approved moving forward with Parks Master Plan draft RFP
• Referred Las Animas handball courts mural to Arts and Cultural Commission

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding a construction management contract for the Santa Teresa Fire Station and hold public hearings to adopt 2025 California building and fire codes. The body will also consider creating an Ice Center ad hoc committee and clarifying food truck rules on Monterey Road.

• Contract award to Griffin Structures, Inc. for $1,163,000 (including reimbursables) for Santa Teresa Fire Station Design-Build Project
• Public hearing to adopt 2025 California Building Codes with amendments
• Public hearing to adopt 2025 California Fire Codes with amendments
• Proposed creation of a Gilroy Ice Center ad hoc committee
• Clarification of mobile food vending pilot program prohibitions on private property along Monterey Road

The council approved the consent calendar and awarded a $1,163,000 contract to Griffin Structures for the Santa Teresa Fire Station design‑build project. It also adopted ordinances adopting the 2025 California Building Codes and Fire Codes. An Ice Center Ad Hoc Committee was created, and the council voted to remain in closed session.

• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
• Awarded $1.163M contract to Griffin Structures for Santa Teresa Fire Station (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Codes (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance adopting 2025 California Fire Codes (unanimous)
• Created Ice Center Ad Hoc Committee (4‑3)
• Approved continuation of closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will consider several routine items and two major actions. Council members will vote on a $1,108,300 contract (plus $54,700 reimbursable costs) with Griffin Structures, Inc. for construction management of the Santa Teresa Fire Station design‑build project. They will also hold public hearings to adopt ordinances that incorporate the 2025 California Building Codes and 2025 California Fire Codes into the municipal code.

• Approve consent calendar items including cash and investment report and minutes from August 4, 2025
• Award Griffin Structures, Inc. a $1,108,300 contract plus $54,700 reimbursable costs for Santa Teresa Fire Station design‑build services
• Adopt ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Codes (multiple code sections) by reference
• Adopt ordinance adopting 2025 California Fire Codes (including Wildland‑Urban Interface Code) by reference
• Create a Gilroy Ice Center ad hoc committee

The City Council approved the consent calendar and adopted two ordinances updating the 2025 California Building and Fire Codes. It awarded a $1.163 million contract to Griffin Structures, Inc. for construction management and architectural services for the Santa Teresa Fire Station design‑build project. The Council also created an Ice Center Ad Hoc Committee and voted to remain in closed session.

• Consent calendar approved (passed)
• Awarded Griffin Structures, Inc. contract for $1,163,000 for Santa Teresa Fire Station design‑build (passed)
• Adopted ordinance adopting 2025 California Building Codes by reference (passed)
• Adopted ordinance adopting 2025 California Fire Codes by reference (passed)
• Created Ice Center Ad Hoc Committee (passed, 4 ayes, 3 nays)
• Motion to remain in closed session approved (passed)

Open Government Commission

The Open Government Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive reports from subcommittees, and review public records requests for the second quarter of 2025. The agenda also includes public comment periods and a city administrator update. No major ordinances or contracts are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2025 regular meeting
• Reports of the subcommittees (unfinished business)
• Review of public records requests per Gilroy Code Section 17A.35(c) (Second Quarter 2025)

The Open Government Commission approved its consent calendar, which included approval of the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission also approved two special meetings scheduled for September 25 and October 23, 2025. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved consent calendar (passed) – Ayes: Bentz, Somavia, McCauley, Sandhu; Absent: Krulee
• Approved special meetings on Sep 25 2025 and Oct 23 2025 (passed) – Ayes: Bentz, Somavia, McCauley, Sandhu; Absent: Krulee

Open Government Commission

The Gilroy Open Government Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve past minutes, receive reports from subcommittees, and review public records requests from the second quarter of 2025.

• Approval of the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Public Records Requests (Gilroy Code Section 17A.35(c))
• Reports from subcommittees
• City Administrator's update
• Public comments on non-agenda items

The Open Government Commission approved its consent calendar, which included the May 8, 2025 meeting minutes. The commission also voted to hold special meetings on September 25 and October 23, 2025. Both actions passed unanimously among the four present commissioners.

• Approved consent calendar (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes as part of consent calendar (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved special meeting for September 25, 2025 at 5:30 PM (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved special meeting for October 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM (4-0, 1 absent)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will consider a process to request the Gilroy City Council dedicate surplus funds to arts and culture purposes. They will also receive updates on art-related funds and review the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan. The meeting includes approval of minutes from June 10, 2025.

• Overview of process to request Council to dedicate surplus funds to arts and culture
• Update on art-related funds
• Review of Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan
• Approval of minutes from the June 10, 2025 Regular Meeting

The Arts and Culture Commission approved its agenda and the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners discussed fund balances and the need for adjustments to the work plan. Commissioner Zamora was tasked to bring back a recommendation on merchandise fundraising and to draft a request to the City Council to designate surplus funds for arts and culture.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Tasked Commissioner Zamora to bring back merchandise fundraising recommendation (assigned)
• Tasked Commissioner Zamora to produce communication requesting surplus funds designation for arts (assigned)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting with items including updates on art-related funds, adopting a work plan for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, and reviewing a process to request the City Council to dedicate surplus funds to arts and culture. Other items include approval of minutes and public comment.

• Approval of minutes from June 10, 2025 regular meeting
• Update on Art-Related Funds
• Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan
• Overview of the process to request the Council to dedicate surplus funds to arts and culture purposes

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the June 10 minutes, each by a 4‑0 vote. It discussed the status of art‑related funds and the FY 2026‑27 work plan. Commissioners assigned Zamora to bring back a merchandise‑fundraising recommendation and to draft a request to the City Council for surplus‑fund designation.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 10 minutes (4-0)
• Commission tasked Commissioner Zamora to bring back merchandise fundraising recommendation (no vote)
• Commission tasked Commissioner Zamora to draft a request for surplus funds for arts and culture (no vote)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will convene a special meeting on August 9, 2025. The agenda consists of opening procedures, a coffee session with Mayor Greg Bozzo, and adjournment. No substantive ordinances, contracts, or policy decisions are scheduled for discussion.

• Opening – Call to Order and Roll Call
• Coffee with the Mayor
• Adjournment

Mayor Greg Bozzo called the council to order at 9:30 AM and recorded attendance. The council held a Coffee with the Mayor event, which was adjourned at 10:23 AM. No substantive decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Planning Commission

The Gilroy Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the approval of two industrial speculative buildings at 8831 and 8841 Muraoka Drive. The staff report recommends approving the Architectural and Site Review permit and determining the project is exempt from further environmental review.

• Public hearing for industrial buildings at 8831 and 8841 Muraoka Drive
• Recommendation to approve Architectural and Site Review permit AS 24-16
• Determination of project exemption from environmental review (CEQA Class 32)
• Approval of May 1, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Commissioner training on the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)

The commission voted 6‑0 to exempt the proposed industrial projects at 8831 and 8841 Muraoka Drive from further environmental review under State CEQA Guidelines Section 15332. It also voted 6‑0 to adopt a resolution approving the Architectural and Site Review permit application AS 24-16 for those projects. Additionally, the consent agenda was approved unanimously (6‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (6‑0)
• Exempted 8831 & 8841 Muraoka Drive project from CEQA review (6‑0)
• Approved Architectural and Site Review permit AS 24-16 for 8831 & 8841 Muraoka Drive (6‑0)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will hold a public hearing on weed abatement assessment liens and decide on a $1.0 million sidewalk replacement project. They will also discuss updates to the tobacco and smoking control ordinance, appoint members to the Youth Commission, and introduce ordinances adopting new state building and fire codes with a public hearing set for August 18. A six-month update on the police department's therapy dog program is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on report of weed and refuse abatement and confirmation of assessment liens
• Consolidated FY26 Sidewalk Replacement Project with $1.0 million budget amendment from Sidewalk Repair Reserve Fund
• Direction on revisions to the Smoking Control Ordinance and potential moratorium
• Appointment of members to the Gilroy Youth Commission
• Introduce ordinances adopting 2025 California Building Codes and Fire Codes with amendments, setting public hearing for August 18

The council approved the consent calendar and prior meeting minutes. It adopted several resolutions, including a weed‑abatement fee assessment, the appointment of six youth commissioners, and a $1.0 million appropriation for the sidewalk replacement project. The council also approved budget amendments and a new Memorandum of Understanding with the Gilroy Police Officers Association, and adopted building and fire code ordinances with public hearings set for August 18.

• Approved consent calendar and July 24 & 28 meeting minutes (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Adopted resolution to assess weed‑abatement fees (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Appointed six youth commissioners (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Appropriated $1.0 M from unspent funds for sidewalk replacement project (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Approved revisions to the August 5 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Program (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Adopted building code ordinance (read by title only), introduced it, and set Aug 18 public hearing (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Adopted fire code ordinance (read by title only), introduced it, and set Aug 18 public hearing (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)
• Approved FY 26‑27 budget amendments and MOU with Gilroy Police Officers Association (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)

City Council

The City Council will discuss appropriating $1.0 million in unspent funds for the FY26 Annual Sidewalk Replacement Project. The body will also consider updates to smoking control ordinances and the adoption of 2025 California Building and Fire Codes.

• Appropriation of $1.0 million from the Sidewalk Repair Reserve Fund for Project No. 25-PW-296
• Public hearing on the Report of Abatement of Weeds and Refuse to confirm assessment liens
• Introduction of ordinances to adopt 2025 California Building Codes and 2025 California Fire Codes
• Discussion on revisions to the Tobacco and Smoking Control Ordinance and potential moratorium
• Appointment of members to the Youth Commission

The council adopted a Memorandum of Understanding with the Gilroy Police Officers Association, allocating approximately $1.86 million for FY 26‑27 and approving related budget amendments. It also approved a $1 million budget amendment to fund the FY 26 sidewalk replacement project from unspent reserves. Additional actions included approving the consent calendar, appointing youth commissioners, and adopting building and fire code ordinances with public hearings set for August 18, 2025.

• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Adopted weed‑abatement assessment resolution (unanimous)
• Appointed six youth commissioners (unanimous)
• Approved $1 million budget amendment for FY 26 sidewalk replacement (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the August 5, 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Program (unanimous)
• Adopted GPOA MOU and FY 26‑27 budget amendments, costing $1.86 million (unanimous)
• Adopted building‑code ordinance by reference and set public hearing for Aug 18, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted fire‑code ordinance by reference and set public hearing for Aug 18, 2025 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of real property at 6601 Cameron Boulevard and a new memorandum of understanding for the Gilroy Management Association. The body will also consider several contracts for engineering and maintenance services.

• Purchase of real property at 6601 Cameron Boulevard for $1,185,000
• Acceptance of a $275,692.08 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant for DUI enforcement
• Contract award to CSG Consultants, Inc. for $450,000 for engineering and surveyor services
• Agreement amendment with Cal-West Lighting & Signal Maintenance, Inc. for $77,196.31
• Fourth Amendment to Circlepoint, Inc. for Gilroy Data Center EIR in the amount of $25,000

The council approved the consent calendar and a series of contracts, including a first amendment with Cal‑West Lighting for streetlight services. It adopted a $1,185,000 purchase of the property at 6601 Cameron Boulevard and amended the FY 2025‑26 budget to fund it. Council members also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Gilroy Management Association, salary schedule resolutions, and appointed Brad Kilger as interim city administrator. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved consent calendar items 6.1‑6.7, 6.9‑6.10 (6‑0)
• Approved First Amendment to Cal‑West Lighting & Signal Maintenance contract (6‑0)
• Approved purchase of 6601 Cameron Boulevard (APN 841-84-009) for $1,185,000 (6‑0)
• Appointed Brad Kilger as Interim City Administrator (6‑0)
• Approved Gilroy Management Association MOU (6‑0)
• Adopted resolution approving associated salary schedules (6‑0)
• Continued closed session (6‑0)
• Approved severance agreement and release with City Administrator Jimmy Forbis (6‑0)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will consider approving the purchase of a property at 6601 Cameron Boulevard for $1,185,000 and amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget to fund the acquisition. The meeting also includes the approval of contracts for streetlight maintenance and engineering services.

• Purchase of property at 6601 Cameron Boulevard for $1,185,000
• Approval of $77,196.31 contract amendment for streetlight maintenance
• Award of $450,000 contract for engineering plan review services
• Approval of a $25,000 contract amendment for Gilroy Data Center Project
• Approval of a $25,000 contract increase for CSG Consultants

The council approved the purchase of the property at 6601 Cameron Boulevard for $1,185,000 and adopted a budget amendment to fund it. It also appointed Brad Kilger as interim city administrator and approved his employment agreement. Additional actions included accepting a $275,692.08 state grant for DUI enforcement, approving the disposal of surplus vehicles, and adopting several contract amendments and a management‑association memorandum. All motions passed with unanimous council support.

• Approved purchase of 6601 Cameron Boulevard (APN 841-84-009) for $1,185,000 – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Appointed Brad Kilger as Interim City Administrator – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Accepted $275,692.08 grant from California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund for DUI enforcement – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Approved disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment through auction – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Approved First Amendment to Cal‑West Lighting & Signal Maintenance contract – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Approved Fifth Amendment to CSG Consultants contract, increasing total to $480,000 – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Approved Gilroy Management Association Memorandum of Understanding – Passed (unanimous AYES)
• Approved budget amendment to appropriate funds for the Cameron Boulevard purchase – Passed (unanimous AYES)

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission will consider approving updates to job descriptions for Senior Maintenance Worker - Wastewater and Senior Maintenance Worker - Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees. The commission will also receive the Human Resources Director's report and a recruitment status report. Future business includes discussions on a new Economic Development Director classification and updates to police department job descriptions.

• Approve updates to Senior Maintenance Worker - Wastewater job description
• Approve updates to Senior Maintenance Worker - Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees job description
• Receive Recruitment & Employment Status Report
• Future business: new classification for Economic Development Director
• Future business: updates to various Police Department job descriptions

The commission approved the minutes from the June 24, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It approved updates to the Senior Maintenance Worker – Wastewater job description by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved updates to the Senior Maintenance Worker – Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees job description by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved June 24, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved updates to Senior Maintenance Worker – Wastewater job description (3-0)
• Approved updates to Senior Maintenance Worker – Streets/Stormwater & Drainage/Trees job description (3-0)

City Council

This special City Council meeting consists solely of a closed session. Council will confer with labor negotiators regarding wages, hours, benefits, and working conditions for the Gilroy Police Officers Association and unrepresented exempt employees. They will also discuss the appointment of an Interim City Administrator. No other public business is scheduled; the meeting will reconvene in open session only to report any closed session actions.

• Closed session labor negotiation with Gilroy Police Officers Association (wages, hours, benefits, working conditions)
• Closed session consideration of Interim City Administrator appointment
• City negotiators: Jimmy Forbis (City Administrator) and LeeAnn McPhillips (Assistant City Administrator/HR Director)
• Unrepresented exempt employees (confidential, department heads, council-appointed) also covered
• No public hearings or regular action items on the agenda

The Gilroy City Council approved a motion to enter a closed session to discuss collective bargaining issues with the police officers association and other employees. The motion passed with votes from Council Members Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Marques, Ramirez and Mayor Bozzo. The mayor noted there was no other reportable action. The council then adjourned the meeting.

• Entered closed session – motion passed (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Marques, Ramirez, Bozzo)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will hold a special meeting in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the Gilroy Police Officers Association and unrepresented exempt employees, covering wages, hours, benefits, and working conditions. The Council will also consider the appointment of an Interim City Administrator. No other public items are on the agenda.

• Conference with labor negotiators for Gilroy Police Officers Association on wages, hours, benefits, and working conditions
• Conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented exempt employees (confidential, department heads & council-appointed)
• Public employee appointment: Interim City Administrator

The City Council approved a motion to enter a closed session. The motion passed with six votes in favor and none against. No other reportable actions were taken before the council adjourned.

• Entered closed session (motion passed, 6-0)

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission will meet to approve job descriptions and hourly pay ranges for a new part-time Environmental Programs Analyst position. The body will also consider reclassifying two current staff members to Senior Management Analyst and Management Assistant roles.

• Approve job description and hourly range for Part-Time Environmental Programs Analyst
• Reclassify Monica Sendejas to Senior Management Analyst
• Reclassify Zinnia Menchaca-Navarro to Management Assistant
• Review updates to Senior Maintenance Worker job descriptions
• Review updates to Police Department job descriptions

The commission approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting by a 3-0 vote. It also approved the job description and hourly rate range for a new part-time Environmental Programs Analyst position, voting 3-0. Additionally, the commission reclassified Monica Sendejas to Senior Management Analyst and Zinnia Menchaca-Navarro to Management Assistant, each approved by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved job description and hourly rate range for part-time Environmental Programs Analyst (3-0)
• Approved reclassification of Monica Sendejas to Senior Management Analyst (3-0)
• Approved reclassification of Zinnia Menchaca-Navarro to Management Assistant (3-0)

Library Commission

The Gilroy Library Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss its workplan and select one commissioner to attend the California Library Association Conference in October 2025. The commission will also receive library reports for May and June from the county and Gilroy librarians, and recognize library staff. The meeting is advisory to the City Council.

• Select one commissioner for California Library Association Conference in October 2025
• Discuss and provide comments on Library Commission Workplan
• Receive Santa Clara County Library report for May and June 2025
• Receive Gilroy Library report
• Approve minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda. A motion to send Commissioner Lowry to the October 2025 California Library Association conference passed with a 3‑0 vote. The commission discussed a proposed library role in the Poppy Jasper Film Festival but no formal decision was made.

• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (Result: Pass)
• Approved meeting agenda (Result: Pass)
• Approved Commissioner Lowry attendance at California Library Association conference (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on a mural request at the Las Animas Park handball courts and the preferred location for the Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts complex. They will also receive a presentation on the Gilroy Moves Grant activities and review the FY26-27 commission workplan.

• Mural request at Las Animas Park handball courts – possible recommendation
• Las Animas Veterans Park Pickleball Courts Project – preferred location discussion and recommendation
• Presentation by Santa Clara County Health Department on Gilroy Moves Grant activities
• Review and comment on FY26-27 Parks and Recreation Commission Workplan
• Discussion of potential meeting location change from Council Chambers to Senior Center (August)

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes and the June 17, 2025 agenda. It voted to recommend that the City Council permit three privately funded murals on the Las Animas Veterans Park handball courts, with a requirement for public input on the design. It also recommended locating six pickleball courts at the third proposed site in Las Animas Veterans Park.

• Approved May 27, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Miller, seconded by Vargas)
• Approved June 17, 2025 agenda (motion by Jimenez, seconded by Bozzo)
• Recommended City Council permit three murals on Las Animas Veterans Park handball courts, with public input (motion by Bozzo, seconded by Miller, vote 5-0-0)
• Recommended location #3 for Las Animas Veterans Park pickleball courts and building six courts (motion by Miller, seconded by Vargas, vote 5-0-0)

City Council

The City Council moved to enter a closed session. The motion passed with all seven members present voting aye. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Enter closed session – passed (7 ayes)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council approved the purchase of the 641 Old Gilroy Street parcel and a one‑year emergency medical dispatch agreement with Santa Clara County. It also approved a mural project, a downtown public‑art placard, and adopted the fire‑hazard severity zone mapping. The council awarded a pavement rehabilitation contract to McKim Corporation, rejected all bids for the FY25 sidewalk replacement project, and upheld the planning appeal requiring a monopine design for a street‑side monopole.

• Approved purchase of 641 Old Gilroy Street property (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year emergency medical dispatch agreement with Santa Clara County (unanimous)
• Approved Gilroy Center for the Arts mural project and delegated acceptance to the City Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved placement of public‑art placard at the downtown paseo (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance to adopt by reference the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection fire‑hazard severity zones mapping (unanimous)
• Awarded McKim Corporation contract for FY25 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for FY25 Engineering Sidewalk Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Uphold planning appeal requiring use of monopine design for 401 First Street monopole project (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $6.48 million contract for citywide pavement rehabilitation and a $652,000 sidewalk replacement project. A public hearing addresses the appeal of a Planning Commission tie vote on a 65-foot monopole at 401 First Street. Consent items include playground shade covers ($123,747), adoption of fire hazard severity zones, and appointment of a city clerk.

• Award $6,479,784 contract to McKim Corp. for FY25 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation (Project 25-PW-295)
• Award $652,787 contract to Vanguard Construction for FY25 Sidewalk Replacement (Project 25-PW-296)
• Appeal of Planning Commission’s 3-3 tie vote on variance and architectural review for 65- or 70-foot monopole at 401 First Street
• Consent item: purchase of two playground shade covers for Third Street Park, $112,497 plus contingency ($123,747 total)
• Adopt ordinance mapping Fire Hazard Severity Zones as issued by CAL FIRE

The Gilroy City Council approved several contracts and projects, including a purchase of shade structures for Third Street Park and the acquisition of property at 641 Old Gilroy Street. It also awarded contracts for pavement rehabilitation and sidewalk replacement, and approved an emergency medical dispatch agreement. Additional actions included adopting a fire‑hazard mapping ordinance and approving public‑art projects.

• Approved purchase of two Playground Shade Covers for Third Street Park, total not to exceed $123,747 (passed)
• Approved purchase of real property at 641 Old Gilroy Street (APNs 841-100-10 and -28) (passed)
• Awarded contract to McKim Corporation for FY25 Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project (passed)
• Awarded contract to Vanguard Construction for FY25 Engineering Sidewalk Replacement Project, total $718,065 (passed)
• Approved one‑year agreement with Santa Clara County for emergency medical dispatch communications (passed)
• Approved Gilroy Center for the Arts mural project, delegating acceptance to the City Administrator (passed)
• Approved placement of public art placard at the downtown paseo (passed)
• Adopted ordinance to adopt by reference the mapping of fire hazard severity zones (passed)

City Council

This is a special meeting with only closed session items. The council will evaluate City Administrator Jimmy Forbis and discuss pending litigation in the case Gandolfi Investments, LLC v. City of Gilroy. After closed session, they will report any action taken.

• Performance evaluation of City Administrator Jimmy Forbis (closed session)
• Conference with legal counsel on pending litigation: Gandolfi Investments, LLC v. City of Gilroy, Case No. 24CV444165

The council moved to enter a closed session, and the motion passed. All six council members and the mayor voted aye. No other actions were taken before the council returned to open session and adjourned the meeting.

• Closed session entered (passed, ayes: Council Members Dion Bracco, Tom Cline, Terence Fugazzi, Zach Hilton, Carol Marques, Kelly Ramirez, and Mayor Greg Bozzo)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will consider three art requests: murals at the Gilroy Center for the Arts and Las Animas Park Handball Courts, and a public art request at the Downtown Paseo. They will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan and approve minutes from May 13.

• Mural request at the Gilroy Center for the Arts
• Mural request at the Las Animas Park Handball Courts
• Public art request at the Downtown Paseo
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan
• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 regular meeting

The Arts and Culture Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 13 meeting. It then recommended approval of a mural at the Gilroy Center for the Arts, a mural at the Las Animas Park handball courts, and an augmented‑reality public art project at the Downtown Paseo. All three recommendations passed.

• Approved agenda (passed)
• Approved minutes from May 13 meeting (passed)
• Recommended approval of mural at Gilroy Center for the Arts (passed)
• Recommended approval of mural at Las Animas Park handball courts (passed)
• Recommended approval of public art project at Downtown Paseo (passed)

Arts and Culture Commission

The commission will discuss three art proposals: a mural at the Gilroy Center for the Arts, a mural at the Las Animas Park handball courts, and a public art request at the Downtown Paseo. It will also review the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan and approve minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. No dollar amounts or ordinance changes are listed.

• Mural request at the Gilroy Center for the Arts
• Mural request at the Las Animas Park handball courts
• Public art request at the Downtown Paseo
• Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan discussion
• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2025 regular meeting

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 13 meeting. It then recommended approval of three public‑art projects: a mural at the Gilroy Center for the Arts, a mural at the Las Animas Park handball courts, and an augmented‑reality artwork for the Downtown Paseo. All three recommendations passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (4 ayes, passed)
• Approved May 13 minutes (4 ayes, passed)
• Recommended approval of mural at Gilroy Center for the Arts (4 ayes, passed)
• Recommended approval of mural at Las Animas Park handball courts (4 ayes, passed)
• Recommended approval of public‑art project at Downtown Paseo (4 ayes, passed)

City Council

This special City Council meeting consists of a closed session to discuss the appointment/employment of a Council Services, Records, & Elections Manager (City Clerk) and a performance evaluation for City Administrator Jimmy Forbis. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT for Council Services, Records, & Elections Manager (City Clerk)
• Closed session: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION for City Administrator Jimmy Forbis

City Council

The Gilroy City Council met on June 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM. Mayor Greg Bozzo called the meeting to order, council members were noted present and absent, and the "Coffee with the Mayor" session was held. The meeting was adjourned at 10:49 AM. No substantive motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

South County Regional Wastewater Authority (SCRWA)

The South County Regional Wastewater Authority board will hold a public hearing to adopt operating and capital improvement budgets for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The board will also select officers for the coming year and authorize contract extensions with Jacobs for operational services and Stantec for engineering services.

• Public hearing on adoption of FY 2026 and 2027 Operating and Capital Improvement Budgets
• Selection of SCRWA Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary for FY 2025-2026
• Authorization of Thirteenth Addendum with Jacobs for continuation of operational services for wastewater treatment and water reclamation facilities
• Authorization of agreement with Stantec for continuation of engineering services for wastewater treatment and water reclamation facilities
• Cash and Investment Report as of March 31, 2025

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the FY26-27 operating and capital budgets and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan. It will also consider establishing six council districts, extending the tentative map for the Gilroy Square project, and purchasing a modular restroom for Las Animas Park. Several items are on the consent calendar, including a tax rate setting for library bonds and a budget amendment.

• Adopt FY26-27 operating and capital budgets, position control list, and GANN appropriation limit (public hearing)
• Approve CDBG 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and PY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan including funding allocations (public hearing)
• Introduce ordinance to establish six council districts with boundaries and election order
• Approve time extension for tentative map for Gilroy Square project at 6970 Camino Arroyo
• Purchase modular replacement restroom for Las Animas Park for $244,921

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to select the final district elections map (Map D or F), determine the order of elections for 2026 and 2028, and consider a residency requirement for council candidates. Other business includes approving an irrigation controller purchase for $124,763, receiving the annual military equipment report, adopting road rehabilitation projects funded by SB1, setting the 2025 fireworks service fee at $20,519.70, and appointing an interim police chief.

• Public hearing to select final district elections map (Map D or F) and set election order
• Purchase of irrigation controllers for $124,763 via cooperative contract
• Annual Military Equipment Use Report 2024 per CA Assembly Bill 481
• Resolution setting 2025 Fireworks Service Fee at $20,519.70
• Consent appointment of Ken Binder as Interim Police Chief

The Gilroy City Council adopted a six‑district map (Map F) and set the order of elections, placing districts 4‑6 on the 2026 ballot and districts 1‑3 on the 2028 ballot. Council members also approved a 30‑day residency requirement for council candidates. The council appointed Ken Binder as interim police chief and adopted a fireworks service‑fee resolution. The consent calendar, including a $124,763 purchase of irrigation controllers, was also approved.

• Approved six‑district map (Map F) – Pass; mover Tom Cline, seconder Terence Fugazzi; ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo
• Approved election order (2026: districts 4‑6; 2028: districts 1‑3) – Pass; mover Dion Bracco, seconder Terence Fugazzi; ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo
• Adopted 30‑day residency requirement for candidates – Pass; mover Terence Fugazzi, seconder Carol Marques; ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo; nays: Hilton, Mayor Bozzo
• Consented to appointment of Ken Binder as Interim Police Chief (Resolution 2025‑18) – Pass; mover Dion Bracco, seconder Kelly Ramirez; ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑17 setting the 2025 fireworks service fee – Pass; mover Tom Cline, seconder Carol Marques; ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo
• Approved Consent Calendar (including $124,763 irrigation controllers purchase) – Pass; mover Dion Bracco, seconder Carol Marques; ayes: Bracco, Cline, Fugazzi, Hilton, Marques, Ramirez, Mayor Bozzo

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session primarily to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. The discussion concerns a case where the City is a defendant following communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC.

• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation based on communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will discuss the preferred option for the Civic Center Master Plan Update. The body will also review the work plan for Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027.

• Presentation of the Preferred Option for the Civic Center Master Plan Update
• Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Work Plan
• Gilroy art-related community event updates

City Council

The Gilroy City Council holds a special meeting/budget workshop to receive a presentation on the recommended budget for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion only. Public comment will be taken before action on any agenda item.

• Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Recommended Budget Presentation (workshop)

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission will discuss changing its regular August meeting from August 11 to August 25, 2025. Commissioners will also reflect on the 2024-2025 term and make recommendations for the next year. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public comment, and an announcement about an upcoming Civic Center Master Plan workshop on May 20.

• Change Youth Commission August meeting from August 11 to August 25, 2025
• Reflection on 2024-2025 term and recommendations for 2025-2026
• Upcoming Civic Center Master Plan workshop on Tuesday, May 20 at Wheeler Gym (9am or 6pm)
• Approval of April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recognition of outgoing seniors Alfred, Karin, Maya, and Sofia

The commission approved the April 14, 2025 meeting minutes with an 8-0-0 vote. It also approved changing the August 2025 meeting date from August 11 to August 25, again by an 8-0-0 vote. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved change of August meeting date to Aug 25, 2025 (8-0-0)

Open Government Commission

The Open Government Commission will vote to appoint its Chair and Vice Chair. Commissioners will also review all public records requests filed in 2024 and the first quarter of 2025. Routine items on the consent calendar, including approval of the March 6, 2025 special meeting minutes, will be adopted by a single motion. The meeting will conclude with a City Administrator update.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of public records requests for 2024 and Q1 2025
• Approval of March 6, 2025 special meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Reports from subcommittees
• City Administrator's update

The Open Government Commission approved the March 6, 2025 special meeting minutes. Commissioners appointed Shayne Somavia as Chair and Ann Marie McCauley as Vice‑Chair. All three actions passed with all five present commissioners voting aye. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 PM.

• Approved March 6, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Shayne Somavia as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Ann Marie McCauley as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold the fifth public hearing on transitioning from at-large to district-based elections, receiving draft maps and considering the order of elections for 2026 and 2028. The Council will also decide on an appeal of a Planning Commission tie vote that denied a variance and site review for replacing a 35-foot monopole with a 65-foot monopole at 401 First Street. A contract award of $243,076 to William Duff Architects for Fire Station Renovations architectural services is up for approval.

• Appeal of Planning Commission 3-3 tie vote on monopole replacement at 401 First Street (AS 24-14, V 24-01)
• Fifth public hearing on district-based elections transition with Redistricting Partners draft maps
• Award $243,076 contract to William Duff Architects for Fire Station Renovations
• Accept completion of Gourmet Alley Improvement Project at $3,473,203.90
• Denial of three claims (Roselyn Bowers, Tony Romero Huerta III, Miriam Villarial Luna)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council is meeting for a special session primarily to hold a closed session with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. The closed session concerns a case in which the city is a defendant, prompted by a written communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one case as defendant) based on communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC

City Council

The City Council is meeting for its fourth strategic planning session. The agenda includes only opening procedures, the planning session, and adjournment. No specific action items or public hearings are listed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an architectural and site review for industrial buildings. The body will also consider a finding of consistency for the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 Capital Improvement Program Project List.

• Architectural and Site Review for three light industrial buildings at 8875 Murray Avenue (Application No. AS 23-06)
• Finding of Consistency for the Capital Improvement Program Project List for Fiscal Year 2026 and Fiscal Year 2027
• Approval of April 3, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

The commission approved a resolution authorizing the Architectural and Site Review permit (AS 23-06) for three light‑industrial buildings at 8875 Murray Avenue. It also determined the project is exempt from further CEQA environmental review. The commission accepted the FY 2026‑27 Capital Improvement Program list and found it consistent with the General Plan. Staff was directed to tell the City Council that commissioners support updating the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and adding the Santa Teresa Fire Station to the CIP.

• Approved consent agenda (April 3, 2025 minutes) – Pass [6‑0]
• Determined 8875 Murray Ave project exempt from further CEQA review – Pass [6‑0]
• Adopted resolution approving Architectural and Site Review permit AS 23‑06 – Pass [6‑0]
• Received FY 2026‑27 Capital Improvement Program report and adopted finding of consistency with General Plan – Pass [6‑0]
• Directed staff to inform City Council of unanimous support to update Parks and Recreation Master Plan and include Santa Teresa Fire Station in CIP – Unanimous (no vote recorded)

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission will consider approving updates to the Senior Environmental Engineer - Wastewater and Code Enforcement Officer job descriptions. Commissioners will also hear a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan and receive reports on recruitment and the Employee Referral Program. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Review and approve updates to Senior Environmental Engineer – Wastewater job description
• Review and approve updates to Code Enforcement Officer job description
• Presentation regarding Civic Center Master Plan by Public Works Department
• Recruitment & Employment Status Report
• Employee Referral Program report

The Personnel Commission voted to allocate about $3,000 each year for HR training focused on hearing procedures. It also approved updates to the Senior Environmental Engineer – Wastewater job description and the Code Enforcement Officer job description. The March 24, 2025 meeting minutes were formally adopted.

• Approved March 24, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved updates to Senior Environmental Engineer – Wastewater job description, salary $135,803‑$185,164 (3-0)
• Approved updates to Code Enforcement Officer job description (3-0)
• Recommended continuing approximately $3,000 per year in HR budget for Commission training (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the transition from at-large to district-based elections, including the review of draft maps for six new districts. The body will also consider a maintenance contract for HVAC services and an ordinance regarding cardroom table restrictions.

• Three-year HVAC maintenance contract with Honeywell International Inc. for $620,878
• Final contract amount of $403,574 for FY25 Annual Citywide Curb Ramp Project No. 25-PW-290
• Public hearing to establish properties subject to the Weed Abatement Program
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 16.6-1(p) regarding Cardroom Table Restrictions
• Appointment of Rob Fleeup as Fire Chief

The council approved the consent calendar, including the FY25 curb ramp contract for $403,574 and the appointment of Rob Fleeup as fire chief. It awarded a three‑year HVAC maintenance contract to Honeywell International Inc. for $620,878. The council also adopted an ordinance amending cardroom table restrictions, adopted a weed‑abatement resolution, and moved the final districting decision date to May 19, 2025.

• Approved FY25 curb ramp contract amount of $403,574 (Consent Calendar)
• Approved appointment of Rob Fleeup as Fire Chief (Consent Calendar)
• Approved claim denial for Helen Witter (Consent Calendar)
• Awarded $620,878 three‑year HVAC maintenance contract to Honeywell International Inc. (Pass)
• Adopted amendment to Cardroom Table Restrictions ordinance (Pass)
• Adopted resolution for Weed Abatement Program (Pass)
• Moved final districting decision date from May 5 to May 19, 2025 (Pass)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting primarily to enter closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, based on a written communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC. No other substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9, one case as defendant, based on communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC

The council entered a closed session to review anticipated litigation based on a written communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC. The motion to enter closed session passed with ayes from Council Members Bracco, Cline, Ramirez and Mayor Bozzo. No other actions were taken before adjournment.

• Enter closed session to discuss anticipated litigation – motion passed (ayes: Bracco, Cline, Ramirez, Bozzo)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will receive a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan and review the FY24 and FY25 workplan. Other items include approval of minutes, public comment, and updates from recreation and parks divisions. No final decisions are anticipated on major policy or spending items.

• Presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan
• Receive and comment on FY24 and FY25 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
• Upcoming Civic Center Master Plan workshop on May 20
• District-based elections public hearings on April 21 and May 5 mentioned

The commission approved the March 18, 2025 minutes and the meeting agenda. A motion to create a three‑member ad‑hoc committee (Ramirez, Martinez, Bozzo) to identify a project and write a wellness grant application was passed with a 7‑0‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Formed ad‑hoc wellness grant committee (Ramirez, Martinez, Bozzo) – passed 7‑0‑0

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will receive a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan and discuss the content of their annual end-of-year presentation to the City Council. The body will also review the FY2025 Work Plan and the Treasurer's report as of April 1, 2025.

• Presentation about Civic Center Master Plan
• Discussion of annual end-of-year presentation to City Council
• Review of FY2025 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Review and possible acceptance of Treasurer's report as of April 1, 2025

The Youth Commission approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes after an amendment adding Commissioner Diep’s name. The motion was made by Commissioner Nguyen, seconded by Commissioner Sandoval, and passed with a 7‑0‑0 vote. The meeting also included a Treasurer’s report, a Civic Center Master Plan presentation, and discussion of the upcoming annual presentation, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (7-0-0)

Library Commission

The Library Commission will hear a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan and discuss its workplan. It will also receive reports from the Santa Clara County Library and the Gilroy Library, and an announcement about district-based elections outreach.

• Presentation about Civic Center Master Plan
• Discussion of Library Commission Workplan
• County Library report for March and April 2025
• Gilroy Library Report
• District-Based Elections Outreach Announcement

The commission approved the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda, each passing with all three commissioners voting aye. It affirmed the continuation of its FY24‑25 workplan and discussed ongoing library capital‑improvement planning, including a design‑services RFP to be released by late April. The commission received a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan and announced a public workshop for May 20, 2025. Staff were tasked with providing name tags for the next meeting.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (all three commissioners voted aye)
• Approved the meeting agenda (all three commissioners voted aye)
• Continued FY24‑25 Library Commission workplan
• Planned release of design‑services RFP for library capital improvements by late April
• Scheduled Civic Center Master Plan public workshop for May 20, 2025
• Requested city staff to provide commission name tags by next meeting

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will approve March's meeting minutes and discuss the committee's successes and future steps for the downtown area.

• Approval of March’s meeting minutes
• Discussion on committee successes
• Discussion on next steps for Downtown

Arts and Culture Commission

The Gilroy Arts and Culture Commission will consider several items, including approving the minutes from its March 11, 2025 meeting and adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 work plan. Commissioners will discuss creating a public arts resource book and will vote on the Gilroy Museum's request to move $1,985.04 of interest income from its Endowment Trust to the Museum Donations Fund. The meeting also includes public comment, updates on art‑related community events, and routine agenda items.

• Approval of the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026 and 2027 work plan
• Consideration of creating a public arts resource book
• Gilroy Museum request to transfer $1,985.04 interest income to the Museum Donations Fund
• Updates on Gilroy art‑related community events

City Council

The City Council will hold its third public hearing to review draft maps and the election order for transitioning from at-large to district-based elections. The body will also consider several professional service contracts and a memorandum of understanding for school resource officers.

• Third public hearing on transitioning to a six-district election system
• Contract for Ascent Environmental, Inc. for VMT/GHG Reduction Program: $473,841
• Contract for Dewberry Engineers Inc. for Lions Creek Consultant Services: $189,652.26
• Contract amendment for CSG Consultants, Inc. for building and fire plan review: $356,000
• Proposed School Resource Officer MOU for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 with Gilroy Unified School District

The Gilroy City Council adopted its consent calendar and approved two service contracts, one with Ascent Environmental and another with Dewberry Engineers. It also approved a third public hearing on the transition to district‑based elections, tabled a strategic planning session, and set conditions for the downtown parklet on Monterey Road.

• Adopted consent calendar (approval of March 3 minutes, service agreements, salary schedules, and claim denials)
• Approved Ascent Environmental contract (Alternative #1, up to $440,816) – vote 5‑2
• Approved Dewberry Engineers contract for Lions Creek services ($189,652.26) – unanimous
• Approved holding a third public hearing on district‑based elections transition
• Tabled Strategic Planning Session #3 – Economic Development to a future meeting – unanimous
• Approved conditions for the existing downtown parklet on Monterey Road and prohibited new parklets

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will hold a closed‑session conference with legal counsel to address potential litigation, based on a written communication from Shenkman & Hughes, PC. After the closed session, the council will adjourn to open session and then adjourn the meeting.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Shenkman & Hughes, PC)
• Opening: call to order and roll call
• Adjourn to open session with public report of any closed‑session actions
• Final adjournment of the meeting

The council met on April 7, 2025. The City Attorney reported that no reportable action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:03 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive an informational presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan. No public hearings or new business items are scheduled. The consent agenda includes approval of March 13, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting is largely procedural with no decisions or public hearings.

• Civic Center Master Plan presentation by Project Manager Ryan Osenton
• Planning Division Staff Approvals report

The commission voted 7‑0 to approve the consent agenda for the meeting. No public hearings, new business, or staff approvals were taken. The meeting concluded with an informational presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)

South County Regional Wastewater Authority (SCRWA)

The South County Regional Wastewater Authority board will consider approving a budget amendment for expansion project change orders within the authorized contingency, review the draft two-year operating and capital improvements budget for FY2026 and FY2027, and consent to the appointment of an interim secretary. They will also receive audited financial statements and cash/investment reports for the past fiscal year.

• Approve budget amendment for SCRWA Expansion Project change orders within authorized contingency
• Review draft budget and capital improvements budget for FY2026 and FY2027
• Consent to appointment of interim SCRWA Secretary
• Receive cash and investment reports as of June, September, December 2024
• Receive audited annual financial statements for year ended June 30, 2024

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission will approve minutes from the Jan. 27 special meeting, receive HR reports, and discuss several new business items. Commissioners will select a chair and vice‑chair for 2025, adopt a work plan for fiscal years 2026‑27, and reach consensus on budget requests for the next two‑year cycle. Additional items include updates to job descriptions for senior maintenance, police, and code‑enforcement positions.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
• Personnel Commission Work Plan for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027
• Personnel Commission FY 2026‑27 Budget Requests
• Job description updates for Senior Maintenance Worker – Wastewater and Streets, Stormwater & Drainage, & Trees
• Updates to Police Department and Code Enforcement Officer job descriptions

The Personnel Commission approved the minutes from the Jan. 28, 2025 meeting (3‑0‑1 vote). Commissioners selected Commissioner Cummins as Chair and Commissioner Edde‑Mitchell as Vice Chair for 2025. The recommended work plan for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 was approved and will be sent to the City Council (4‑0 vote). The commission also approved a $3,000 annual training budget for Human Resources (4‑0 vote).

• Approved Jan. 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-1 vote)
• Selected Commissioner Cummins as Chair for 2025
• Selected Commissioner Edde-Mitchell as Vice Chair for 2025
• Recommended FY 2026‑27 work plan forwarded to City Council (4-0 vote)
• Approved $3,000 annual HR training budget (4-0 vote)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider approving the 2025 meeting schedule, adopt a workplan for FY2026 and FY2027, and discuss budget requests for the same period. The meeting also includes updates from recreation and parks divisions and commissioner reports on specific parks. Public comment will be taken on items not on the agenda.

• Approval of the 2025 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Schedule
• Adoption of the Parks and Recreation Commission Workplan for FY2026 and FY2027
• Discussion and vote on the Commission's budget requests for FY2026 and FY2027
• Civic Center Master Plan workshops update
• District-Based Elections Outreach Materials update

City Council

The City Council will discuss moving from at-large to district-based elections and receive a demographer's presentation. The body will also consider several land use applications and budget amendments for city services.

• Public hearing on transitioning to a district-based election system for 2026 and 2028 elections
• Proposed purchase of PFAS-free firefighting turnouts for $429,974
• Proposed contract for HVAC and mechanical design at Old City Hall Restaurant for $144,774
• Tentative maps to subdivide land in Glen Loma Ranch for 42 duet and 84 single-family lots
• Proposed rezoning of a 37.5-acre site (APN # 810-23-005) from Agriculture to Residential Hillside

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss potential legal risks and conduct a closed-session evaluation of the City Administrator. No specific public actions are scheduled.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for City Administrator Jimmy Forbis
• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation from Shenkman & Hughes, PC
• Closed session: Potential litigation with significant exposure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an Architectural and Site Review and Variance application to remove an existing 35-foot monopole and install a 65-foot monopole and related equipment at 401 First Street. Staff recommends approval, finding the project exempt from CEQA under Class 3. The Commission will also receive a presentation from VTA on the Bicycle Superhighway Implementation Plan update. Informational items include Civic Center Master Plan community workshops and staff approvals.

• Public hearing on Architectural and Site Review (AS 24-14) and Variance (V 24-01) for a 65-foot monopole at 401 First Street
• VTA Bicycle Superhighway Implementation Plan Update presentation
• Civic Center Master Plan Community Workshops (informational)
• Planning Division Staff Approvals (informational)
• Approval of February 20, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review and discuss its workplan for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the February meeting and public comment. No new business items are listed.

• FY26 and FY27 Workplan Update (old business)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review progress on the FY26 and FY27 workplan, which includes events like 'For the Love of Gilroy' and the 'Multicultural Community Days' series. The meeting will also cover updates on the Arts and Culture Strategic Plan.

• FY26 and FY27 Workplan Update
• Review of 'For the Love of Gilroy' event
• Review of 'Multicultural Community Days' event series
• Review of Arts and Culture Strategic Plan
• Approval of March 11, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission will review its current FY2025 work plan, develop a work plan for FY2026-2027, and discuss budget requests for the upcoming two-year budget cycle. The meeting is largely focused on planning and budget matters.

• Review FY2025 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Develop and vote on Youth Commission Workplan for FY2026-2027
• Discussion and possible approval of budget requests for FY2026-2027

Open Government Commission

The Open Government Commission will consider approving the February 8, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss unfinished business including an old training video and workplans for fiscal years 2024-25. New business items include a workplan and budget requests for fiscal years 2026-27. No specific dollar amounts or rezonings appear on the agenda.

• Approval of the February 8, 2024 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of Open Government Ordinance old training video
• Workplan for fiscal years 2024 and 2025
• Workplan for fiscal years 2026 and 2027
• Budget requests for fiscal years 2026 and 2027

City Council

The City Council will hold its first public hearing on transitioning from at-large to district-based elections under the California Voting Rights Act, receiving a demographer's presentation on district boundaries and discussing whether to create six districts with a directly elected mayor or seven districts with a rotating mayor. The council will also consider creating a pilot Below Market Rate (BMR) Preservation Program and amending the FY 2024-25 budget, and will discuss the Special Event Ordinance, including fee waivers for non-profit events in downtown. A consent calendar item approves a $172,003 final contract amount for the FY25 CDBG Sidewalk/Curb Ramp Project.

• Public hearing on district-based election system – discuss district contours and mayor selection model
• Pilot Below Market Rate (BMR) Preservation Program – partner with Santa Clara County and budget adjustment
• Special Event Ordinance update – direction on fee waivers for downtown non-profit events
• Approval of Notice of Acceptance of Completion for CDBG Sidewalk/Curb Ramp Project (25-PW-291) – final contract amount $172,003
• Closed session: real property lease negotiation at 140 5th Street (APN 799-070-23) with Advantage Peak, LLC

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on transitioning from at-large to district-based elections for 2026 and 2028. The body will also consider a zoning change and subdivision for a 54-lot residential project. Other items include financial reports and various contract amendments.

• Proposed transition from at-large to district-based election system for November 2026 and 2028
• Proposed rezoning of 37.54 acres (APN # 810-23-005) to Residential Hillside for 54 single-family lots
• Acceptance of $15,000 Office of Traffic Safety grant for motorcyclist safety education
• Agreement amendment with Circlepoint, Inc. for $40,452.90 regarding Gilroy Data Center EIR
• Resolution declaring weeds a nuisance

City Council

The City Council and Gilroy Unified School District (GUSD) will meet to discuss school enrollment and its impact on the GUSD budget. The joint session also covers community and economic development activities and school resource officers.

• GUSD enrollment update and impacts on GUSD budget
• Community development activities
• Economic development activities
• School resource officers

Planning Commission

The Gilroy Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two tentative map applications to subdivide land in the Glen Loma Ranch Specific Plan area into 126 residential lots. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair for 2025 and discuss the FY 2025-27 workplan and budget.

• Public hearing for Tentative Map TM 24-02: subdivide 6.7 acres into 42 single-family duet lots
• Public hearing for Tentative Map TM 24-03: subdivide 41.36 acres into 84 single-family residential lots
• Election of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair
• FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27 Planning Commission workplan, training, and budget request
• Approval of January 16, 2025 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will select a new Chair and Vice-Chair (both currently vacant) and discuss budget requests for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027. The commission will also vote on adopting a workplan for those fiscal years and review the prior workplan. Introductions of new commissioners and updates on parks and recreation division are also on the agenda.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair of the commission
• Discussion and possible vote on budget requests for FY2026 and FY2027
• Adoption of the Parks and Recreation Commission Workplan for FY2026 and FY2027
• Review of the FY24 and FY25 work plan
• Introduction of new commissioners Jesse Jimenez, Emily Miller, Javier Martinez, and Jorge Vargas

Open Government Commission

The Gilroy Open Government Commission will hold a regular meeting to review past minutes, discuss unfinished business including an old training video and workplans for fiscal years 2024 and 2025, and consider new business for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.

• Approval of February 8, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Review of Open Government Ordinance Old Training Video
• Discussion of Workplan for Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025
• Consideration of Workplan for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will decide whether to consent to the appointment of John Doughty as Public Works Director, and then hold a strategic planning workshop. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Consent to appoint John Doughty to the department head position of Public Works Director
• City Council Strategic Planning Workshop (agenda item 3)

Library Commission

The Gilroy Library Commission will meet to select a Chair and Vice-Chair, review the Gilroy Library report, and discuss budget requests and a workplan for the next two fiscal years.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Budget requests for FY 2026 and 2027
• Library Commission Workplan for FY 2026 and 2027
• Gilroy Library Report
• Santa Clara County Library report

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission will review the FY 2025 work plan and approve the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will discuss and potentially approve budget requests for the 2026 and 2027 fiscal years. They will also develop a work plan for the commission for FY 2026 and FY 2027. Public comment is scheduled for items both on and off the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting
• Review of FY2025 Youth Commission Work Plan
• Consideration of FY2026 and FY2027 budget requests for the Youth Commission
• Development of Youth Commission Workplan for FY2026 and FY2027
• Public comment on items not on the agenda

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will receive a presentation on parklets from Sharon Goei and hold committee share-outs on the Downtown Specific Plan. The meeting also includes approval of January's minutes and public comment. No binding votes or financial actions are scheduled.

• Parklet presentation by Sharon Goei
• Committee share-outs on Downtown Specific Plan
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from January

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a three-year contract to Swimming Swan LLC to operate the Christopher High School Aquatics Center. The body will also review appointments for several city boards and commissions and discuss city council norms.

• Proposed $816,492.42 contract with Swimming Swan LLC for Aquatics Center operations (2025-2027)
• Authorization of Fiscal Year 2024 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant agreement
• Joint Powers Agreement with the Cities Association of Santa Clara County
• Appointments to boards including Planning, Personnel, and Youth Commissions
• Closed session regarding real property negotiations for Gilroy Gardens Theme Park at 3050 Hecker Pass Highway

Personnel Commission

The Gilroy Personnel Commission will consider updates to job descriptions for Property & Evidence Technician, Police Captain, Deputy Director of Community Development, and Housing & Community Services Coordinator. The commission will also set salary ranges for two positions and vote on reclassifying an employee to the Housing & Community Services Coordinator role. Informational reports include a recruitment update and discussion of the 2025 budget and training plan.

• Approve job description for Property & Evidence Technician
• Approve job description for Police Captain
• Approve job description and salary range for Deputy Director of Community Development
• Approve job description, salary range, and reclassification of HCD Technician II Sandra Nava to Housing & Community Services Coordinator
• Recruitment & Employment Status Report; 2025 Budget and Work Plan/Training Plan Process

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will decide on purchasing vehicle incursion barriers for $295,682 and awarding a three-year park patrol security contract worth $233,451. They will also consider extending the Glen Loma Ranch development agreement by three years and receive an update on inclusionary housing policy. Board and commission interviews for vacant seats and a closed session on pending litigation are also scheduled.

• Purchase of Vehicle Incursion Barrier Systems from Meridian Rapid Defense Group for $295,682.11
• Award three-year contract to Secure Guard Security Services for park patrol, $233,451 total ($77,817/year)
• First Amendment to Glen Loma Ranch Development Agreement extending term by three years
• Inclusionary Housing Policy Update (discussion only)
• Award contract to Apex Companies for small trash capture devices, $189,800 (total project $250,000)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider recommending approval of a new permanent restroom at the Ranch Site of Christmas Hill Park, funded by a Capital Improvement Project. They will also review the FY24 and FY25 Commission Work Plan. Other agenda items include approval of minutes from November 2024 and routine department updates.

• Installation of permanent restroom at Christmas Hill Park Ranch Site using Capital Improvement Project
• Review of FY24 and FY25 Parks and Recreation Commission Work Plan
• Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Recreation Division Updates
• Status of City Parks report

Planning Commission

The commission will discuss a request to continue public hearings on two tentative map applications for 42 and 84 single‑family duet lots in the Glen Loma Ranch Specific Plan. It will also review a zoning map amendment for APN #810-23-005 to Residential Hillside (Z 22‑03) and a tentative map to subdivide about 37.54 acres into 54 single‑family lots (TM 22‑02). Staff recommends adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration, an ordinance for the zoning amendment, and a resolution approving the tentative map.

• Continuance request for public hearing on TM 24‑02 (6.7 acres, 42 lots) and TM 24‑03 (41.36 acres, 84 lots) in Glen Loma Ranch Specific Plan
• Zoning Map amendment application for APN #810-23-005 to Residential Hillside (Z 22‑03) per 2040 General Plan
• Tentative Map application TM 22‑02 to subdivide approx. 37.54 acres into 54 single‑family residential lots
• Staff recommendation to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA
• Recommendation to adopt ordinance approving Z 22‑03 and resolution approving TM 22‑02

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will welcome new members, approve prior meeting minutes, and schedule a parklet topic for a future City Council agenda. The group will also brainstorm new issues to pursue.

• Welcome three new members and recruit to maintain a committee of 15
• Set a date for the parklet topic to appear on the City Council agenda
• Brainstorm new issues for the committee to work on

Youth Commission

The Gilroy Youth Commission holds a regular meeting with procedural items and a review of the FY2025 work plan. No new business or public hearings are on the agenda. The commission will discuss and may comment on the work plan.

• Review of FY2025 Youth Commission Work Plan (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025)

City Council

The Gilroy City Council will hold a public hearing to consider extending the Glen Loma Ranch development agreement by three years, conduct interviews for open board and commission seats, and appoint councilmembers to several committees. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, a highway maintenance agreement amendment, a claim denial, and travel authorization. Closed session will discuss multiple pending lawsuits and lease negotiations for Gilroy Gardens.

• Public hearing on first amendment to development agreement with Glen Loma Corporation for Glen Loma Ranch project to extend term by three years
• Interviews for open seats on city boards, commissions, and committees with appointment expected January 27, 2025
• Claim of James Hoey recommended for denial
• Appointment of councilmembers to the Downtown Committee and Gilroy Gardens Lease Ad Hoc Committee
• Closed session on lease negotiations for Gilroy Gardens Theme Park (3050 Hecker Pass Highway) and four pending litigation cases