New “Coffee with the Mayor” date
Mayor Don Gage is having another “Coffee with the Mayor” event at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in the City Council Chambers located at 7351 Rosanna St. in Gilroy.
Landowners challenge proposed water rate hike
GILROY—In the face of proposed water rate increases for residents, some are seeking to halt the city’s efforts by attempting to gather 6,756 letters from Gilroy property owners who are against it. Property owners can thwart attempts to increase water rates and other property-related expenses if a majority protests—in writing—to elected officials under Proposition 218.
Let there be art…and history
The $1.1 million Paseo project is getting its finishing touches this week, after years of work. Workers posted Gilroy history placards along the alleyway at 7453 Monterey St. between Fifth and Sixth streets.The paseo is a linear, tile-lined rectangular mini-park and walkway that will serve as an aesthetic shortcut from Monterey Street to the parking lots between Eigleberry Street and Gourmet Alley.The city purchased the property in 2012 and demolished the unreinforced masonry building on the site to make way for the new pedestrian amenity. A design group of volunteers selected the design.
City snags $190,000 SCVWD grant for Ronan Trail Project
The Ronan Channel Trail project in Gilroy was one of the big winners Tuesday when Santa Clara Valley Water District authorized more than $730,000 in grants to local organizations and municipalities for projects aimed at preventing pollution, increasing trails, open space and enhancing the environment.
Council approves idea of layoffs, awaits tweaks
Rather than rubber stamp the city administrator's plan to layoff
Council may open doors regarding offer to buy Gilroy Gardens
UPDATED: After mulling over the issue for a day and a half,
