Smith, Hirokawa head for Nov. runoff
Incumbent Sheriff Laurie Smith and retired Undersheriff John Hirokawa said Tuesday night, with about 41 percent of the total expected ballots counted in the June 5 election, they are both prepared for a November runoff battle for Santa Clara County Sheriff.
As of 9pm, neither...
Fire ‘tax’ on rural landowners ignites backlash, lawsuit
GILROY—More than 4,400 rural residents in Santa Clara County, nearly half in South County, will open mailboxes in May to find bills for a controversial fire protection fee levied by Cal Fire, the state’s fire fighting arm.
Winery owner joins supervisor candidate field
Gilroy winery owner Thomas Kruse added his name to the field of
Cheaper water centers on rights
With a $7.6 million deficit hanging over their heads, city
City needs to fill four vacant seats
The City of Gilroy is currently recruiting to fill four vacant seats on various boards and committees. According to the City, boards and commissions were established for the purpose of advising the City Council and providing ongoing input into policies and issues affecting the future of Gilroy.
Council approves funding for downtown cameras
By a 4-2 vote Monday night, the Gilroy City Council approved a
Another quarter of ‘positive growth’ in Gilroy
The City of Gilroy recently released its second quarter sales tax update for this fiscal year, demonstrating “significant” gains for new automobile sales and miscellaneous vehicle sales, along with a 1.9 percent increase in cash receipts for the City overall.
Fire strikes deal, police at impasse
The city is expected to approve a deal with the fire union
Frustrated residents seek answers at rail meeting
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