Business

Art on display: The offices of Dr. Jernell Escobar D.D.S., located at 7880 Wren Ave. Suite D-142 in Gilroy, holds a bi-monthly art exhibition. The current artist on display is Gary Coleman, who has more than 10 works showing. For more information on his art, visit garycolemanartist.com.

John Benson only read about the newly designed Eclipse 500

SolarCity, the nation’s largest residential solar power provider, is teaming with Best Buy, the world’s largest multi-channel consumer electronics retailer, to make residential solar electricity service available to customers through select Best Buy stores, including Gilroy. To celebrate the new offering, SolarCity will give every customer a $100 Best Buy gift card if they sign up for solar service through Best Buy before April 22. Details: bestbuysolarcity.com.

Walk into a bank or a typical stock brokerage firm and the only advice you may get is centered on purchasing the favorite stocks of the day. There are few—if any—questions asked about your present financial situation and financial future. This is how brokers earn a living: the more stocks you buy and sell, the higher the commission your broker earns. This business model is known in the industry as “suitable”.

The Gilroy Planning Commission is recommending an ordinance that aims to promote a “good neighbor” policy for businesses and residents downtown. The commission voted 6-1 for the new ordinance April 4, with Commissioner Casey Estorga dissenting. The ordinance will now head to the city council...