Announcements

Cold Weather is Coming: Warming Centers Are Open

The National Weather Service is predicting overnight cold temperatures from Saturday, February 8, through Monday, February 10, 2025. Lows are expected to drop to the low 30s. Warming centers and overnight sheltering options are available.
02/06/2025

Gilroy Police Chief Pedro Espinoza Announces Retirement After 22 years of Service

After 22 years of dedicated service to the City of Gilroy and 30 years in law enforcement, Gilroy Police Chief Pedro Espinoza has announced his retirement, effective May 23, 2025.
01/31/2025

Applications for CDBG Block Grant Funding is Available

Each year, the City receives a CDBG entitlement grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support programs that primarily benefit low and moderate-income individuals, families, and households within the Gilroy city limits.
01/30/2025

FAQ: Clarifying the Role of Law Enforcement as It Relates to Federal Immigration Law

This FAQ was developed in response to several questions we received regarding the Statement to the Gilroy Community from the City of Gilroy that was released on January 22, 2025.
01/30/2025

Know Your Code: Feather Banners

If you are thinking about using a feather banner sign in the City of Gilroy, it is important to know the rules you must follow.
01/24/2025

County Votes to Change Fire Services to Unincorporated County Areas

On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the County Board of Supervisors voted to dissolve the South Santa Clara County Fire District (unincorporated County areas), which currently receives its services via a contract with CalFire.
01/24/2025

Statement to the Gilroy Community from the City of Gilroy

In light of recent conversations throughout the country regarding immigration, we wanted to take a moment to reaffirm our commitment to all members of our community, regardless of your immigration status.
01/22/2025

Santa Clara County 2025 PIT Count: Volunteers Needed

The PIT is a crucial initiative to understand and address homelessness in Gilroy and Santa Clara County. By conducting an accurate and comprehensive count, we gain valuable insights into our unhoused neighbors' unique needs and challenges.
01/17/2025

Coffee with the Mayor

The community is invited to join Mayor Greg Bozzo for conversation and coffee to discuss your priorities for the City, Council Strategic Planning, or any other topics pertaining to the City.
01/17/2025

City Hall Closed in Observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
01/15/2025

Gilroy’s Commitment to Readiness: A Plan for Safety and Resilience

As California grapples with increasingly frequent and intense wildfire events, the City of Gilroy recognizes the critical importance of proactive planning and preparedness.
01/14/2025

Translation Services Available for All City Council Meetings

The City of Gilroy is proud to offer Wordly, a real-time translation service for City Council meetings.
01/10/2025

Considering an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for Your Property?

To streamline the building process, the City of Gilroy offers standardized ADU construction plans that have been pre-approved, facilitating a faster and more cost-effective permit process.
01/10/2025

City Hall Closed for the Holidays from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1

City Hall will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 through Wednesday, January 1st, in observance of the holidays.
12/17/2024

Gilroy Community Survey 2024-2025

The Gilroy Community Survey 2024-2025 is now live! Your feedback is vital in shaping the future of our community.
12/13/2024

Gilroy East Trail Cleanup Day

Be part of the Gilroy East Trail Cleanup Day on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 9:00 AM
12/06/2024

Gilroy Station Area Visioning Study Survey

Help Shape the Future of Gilroy!
12/03/2024

CERT Training-Registration OPEN

Join our Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training! This free, 20-hour course, offered primarily in Spanish,* will equip you with essential skills to help your family, neighbors, and community during a disaster.
11/25/2024

Gilroy Station Access Study- Take the Survey Today!

Your input is critical to identifying and prioritizing improvements that matter most to our community. Take the Survey! The survey is open until December 6please share it with family and friends.
11/25/2024

Santa Clara County 911 Nurse Navigator Program

Santa Clara County 911 Nurse Navigator Program launched November 13, 2024.
11/18/2024

We Need Your Input! Take the Survey.

We're Seeking Input on Community Development Block Grant Funds. To effectively plan and prioritize how Gilroy allocates its federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, we would like to gather your feedback through a Community Needs Survey.
11/14/2024

Are You Conducting Business Transactions or Operations in Gilroy?

All businesses conducting business transactions or operations within the City must obtain a City of Gilroy business license by November 30,2024.
11/08/2024

City of Gilroy to Host Gourmet Alley Ribbon Cutting Event with Community Partners

The City of Gilroy is excited to announce the upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremony for the recently completed Gourmet Alley Project. We are proud to have accomplished this significant downtown improvement and look forward to celebrating its completion.
10/31/2024

Uvas Creek Trail Clean Up- November 2

Join us for the Uvas Creek Trail Clean-Up on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 9:00 AM.
10/30/2024

OPEN HOUSE: Housing and Community Development Federal Funding

Provide Input on Funding Affordable Housing and Homelessness Efforts, and Community Improvements through CDBG Funds.
10/28/2024

Conversation and Coffee on break for the Holidays

Conversation and Coffee with Mayor Marie Blankley will take a break in November, December, and January.
10/28/2024

Recruitment for Boards, Commissions, and Committees

The City of Gilroy is seeking volunteers to serve on various boards, committees, and commissions. The deadline for applying is December 6, 2024.
10/23/2024

City of Gilroy Dismissed from Litigation Resulting from 2021 Halloween Party at 490 Las Animas

The Superior Court of California for the County of Santa Clara recently sustained the City of Gilroys demurrer in the case of Petra Macias and Jerimiah Macias v. City of Gilroy. . .
10/11/2024

CAL FIRE Prescribed Burns

The City of Gilroy was recently notified that CAL FIRE, in collaboration with County Parks, is conducting three separate prescribed burns from October 8th to 10th.
10/09/2024

City of Gilroy and Glen Loma Ranch Reach Agreement

The City is delighted to announce an agreement with Glen Loma Ranch (GLR), bringing a contribution of $7.2 million in funds, in addition to $2.4 million already received, & the dedication of land for the construction of the Santa Teresa Fire Station.
10/08/2024

Image of City of Gilroy seal.     Events

Planning Commission Special Meeting

Event date: February 20, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: 7351 Rosanna Street,Gilroy, CA 95020
(01/30/2025)

Strategic Planning Study Session

Event date: February 12, 2025 Event Time: 08:30 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: Gilroy, CA 95020
(01/30/2025)

Coffee with the Mayor

Event date: February 1, 2025 Event Time: 09:30 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: Gilroy City Hall, 7351 Rosanna StreetGilroy, CA 95020
(01/15/2025)

Downtown Committee Meeting

Event date: February 4, 2025 Event Time: 08:00 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: Gilroy, CA 95020
(01/15/2025)

Special Planning Commission Meeting

Event date: January 16, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: 7351 Rosanna StreetGilroy, CA 95020
(12/30/2024)

South County Regional Wastewater Authority Meeting -CANCELLED

Event date: January 8, 2025 Event Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: Gilroy, CA 95020
(12/17/2024)

Downtown Committee Meeting

Event date: January 14, 2025 Event Time: 08:00 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: 7351 Rosanna StreetGilroy, CA 95020
(12/17/2024)

Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

Event date: February 11, 2025 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: Gilroy City Hall, 7351 Rosanna StreetGilroy, CA 95020
(12/09/2024)

Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

Event date: January 14, 2025 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: Gilroy City Hall, 7351 Rosanna StreetGilroy, CA 95020
(12/09/2024)

City Council Meeting

Event date: February 24, 2025 Event Time: 06:00 PM - 11:59 PMLocation: 7351 Rosanna St.Gilroy, CA 95020
(12/09/2024)