The county will replace the narrow 1923 bridge crossing Uvas
Creek on Uvas Road. Santa Clara County supervisors approved the
$4.4-million project Tuesday.
County To Replace Uvas Creek Bridge
Morgan Hill – The county will replace the narrow 1923 bridge crossing Uvas Creek on Uvas Road. Santa Clara County supervisors approved the $4.4-million project Tuesday. Construction will begin in July and is expected to be finished in the summer of 2009.
The existing 20-foot-wide bridge lies between Gilroy and Morgan Hill. Uvas Road spurs off of Watsonville Road and is used as an alternative route to Silicon Valley by some commuters.
According to the county, there have been a number of traffic accidents on the historic two-lane bridge. To increase safety, its replacement will measure 38 feet, 6 inches wide with one lane in each direction and 6-foot-wide shoulders.
“The Uvas Creek Bridge is used by thousands of commuters on a daily basis,” said Supervisor Don Gage in a news release. “We want to make sure our residents drive on the best and safest roads.”
Federal funding will cover 80 percent of the design cost and 89 percent of the construction cost.
Class of 1987 Plans 20-Year Reunion
Gilroy – Gilroy High School class of 1987 20-year reunion will be held June 30, 2007.
Details: reunion.tafgraphicswebhost.com or e-mail Julie at de************@*sn.com.
Chaos Softball Needs Players
Gilroy – Gilroy Chaos Sports Organization is looking for pitchers, catchers and utility players for the 14 & Under ‘A’ team.
Details: Bobbie Zamaripa at 710-4545
Downtown Music Series Continues
Gilroy – Nothing says California summers like music and balmy evenings. Add the charm of historic downtown Gilroy and you have the makings of Fifth Street Live, an evening of music in a small town setting. Friday, June 22 is the fourth of 16 weeks of music.
Before the music starts come downtown early and visit an open air market, which begins at 4pm. The market will feature soap, candles, flowers, baked goods and other offerings. Sponsored by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association, this concert series takes place every Friday evening, from 7 to 9pm at Monterey and Fifth streets.
Details: Gilroy Visitors Bureau at 842-6436 or visit www.gilroyvisitor.org.
10th Anniversary Children’s Rally
Gilroy – Victory Outreach Gilroy Church is Celebrating their 10th Anniversary with a Children’s Rally, a fun-filled day from 10am to 3:30pm, Saturday at San Ysidro Park Sat. There will be free food, games, prizes and a special appearance from Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero.
Details: 842-5902
Enjoy Coffee With Christian Music
Gilroy – Enjoy a cup of coffee and listen to local Christian bands from 7 to 10pm Saturday at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall on the corner of Broadway Street and Wayland Lane. Drop in any time. Music by Jim Armstrong and friends, Martha Hill-Becker, Mike Mirabella Trio, and others.
Find a New Buddy at Pet Fair
San Martin – The Friends of San Martin Animal Shelter need help to find loving families for the many homeless companion animals currently at the shelter and in foster homes, and barns for mousing cats who prefer the independent lifestyle. Visit the FOSMAS pet fairs from noon to 5pm Saturday and Sunday, at Petco-Morgan Hill located on the corner of Tennant Avenue and Monterey Road, where many wonderful animals will be featured.
Stop by to find a new furry friend; make a donation to help cover spay/neuter, food, and litter expenses; find out how to become a foster parent or get more information on adopting barncats; or sign-up to volunteer for the shelter.
Details: 681-3788, www.fosmas.org
AARP Sage Driving Class Offer
Morgan Hill – A one-day program will be given Saturday Aug. 19 so that participants can familiarize themselves with driver safety and new laws. Three-year DMV certificates will be awarded for discounts on auto insurance upon completion of this one-day program. There is a minimal DMV certificate fee. The course, class materials, and instructor are provided by AARP.
Details: (408) 776-1413 between 1 to 6pm
Send news items to City Editor Robert Airoldi. FAX to 842-2206, mail to Gilroy Dispatch, 6400 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA 95020, or e-mail ed****@****ic.com.
