Agenda packet — Gilroy City Council, June 15, 2026 (part 1 of 7)

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CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING
AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
7351 ROSANNA STREET, GILROY, CA
95020

AMENDED AGENDA
Added item 6.12 and
revised recommendation on item 9.4
5:00 PM STUDY SESSION
6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM
MAYOR
Greg Bozzo

COUNCIL MEMBERS
Dion Bracco
Tom Cline
Terence Fugazzi
Zach Hilton
Carol Marques
Kelly Ramirez
CITY COUNCIL PACKET MATERIALS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.cityofgilroy.org AGENDA CLOSING TIME IS 5:00 P.M. THE TUESDAY PRIOR TO THE MEETING

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1. STUDY SESSION - 5:00 PM

1.1. Call to Order

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1.2. Roll Call

1.3. City Administrator Performance Metrics
The agenda for this regular meeting is outlined as follows:

2. REGULAR MEETING - 6:00 PM

2.1. Call to Order

2.2. Roll Call

2.3. City Clerk's Report on Posting the Agenda

2.4. Pledge of Allegiance

2.5. Invocation

2.6. Orders of the Day

2.7. Employee Introductions

3. PRESENTATIONS TO THE COUNCIL

3.1. Caltrain Presentation

3.2. PUBLIC COMMENT BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ON ITEMS NOT ON THE

AGENDA BUT WITHIN THE SUBJECT MATTER JURISDICTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons desiring to address the Council on matters within the Gilroy City Council’s jurisdiction but not on the agenda. Persons wishing to address the Council are requested to complete a Speaker’s Card located at the entrances and handed to the City Clerk. Speakers are limited to 1 to 3 minutes each, varying at the Mayor’s discretion depending on the number of speakers and length of the agenda. The law does not permit Council action or extended discussion of any item not on the agenda except under special circumstances. If Council action is requested, the Council may place the matter on a future agenda.

Written comments to address the Council on matters not on this agenda may be e-mailed to the City Clerk’s Office at [email protected] or mailed to the Gilroy City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020. Comments received by the City Clerk’s Office by 1:00 pm on the day of a Council meeting will be distributed to the City Council prior to or at the meeting and available for public inspection with the agenda packet located in the lobby of Administration at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street, prior to the meeting. Any correspondence received will be incorporated into the meeting record. Items received after the 1:00pm deadline will be provided to the City Council as soon as practicable. Written material provided by public members under this section of the agenda will be limited to 10 pages in hard copy. An unlimited amount of material may be provided electronically.

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4. REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Bracco – Downtown Committee, Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority, Santa Clara Water Commission, Santa Clara Valley Water Joint Water Resources Committee, SCRWA
Council Member Fugazzi – Santa Clara Water Commission (alternate), Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability Authority Board (alternate), SCRWA, Visit Gilroy California Welcome Center, VTA Mobility Partnership Committee
Council Member Marques – ABAG, Downtown Committee, Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority (alternate), Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency Governing Board, Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency Implementation Board, SCRWA (alternate) Council Member Hilton – CalTrain Policy Group, Santa Clara County Expressway Plan 2040 Advisory Board (alternate), Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority JPA Board, South County Youth Task Force Policy Team, VTA Policy Advisory Committee Council Member Ramirez – ABAG (alternate), Gilroy Gardens Board of Directors (alternate), Gilroy Sister Cities, Gilroy Youth Task Force (alternate), SCRWA, Santa Clara Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee
Council Member Cline – CalTrain Policy Group (alternate), Gilroy Sister Cities (alternate), Gilroy Youth Task Force, Santa Clara County Expressway Plan 2040 Advisory Board, Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority JPA Board (alternate), Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability Authority Board, Visit Gilroy California Welcome Center (alternate), VTA Mobility Partnership Committee, VTA Policy Advisory Committee (alternate)
Mayor Bozzo – Gilroy Gardens Board of Directors, Santa Clara Valley Water Joint Water Resources Committee, South County Youth Task Force Policy Team, VTA Board of Directors (alternate), Santa Clara Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee (alternate)

5. BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS

5.1. Appointment of Members to the Youth Commission

1. Staff Report:

Kim Mancera, City Clerk

2. Public Comment

3. Possible Action:

Council appoint members to fill available seats on the Gilroy Youth Commission.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered by the City Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a request is made by a member of the City Council or a member of the public.

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Any person desiring to speak on any item on the consent calendar should ask to have that item removed from the consent calendar prior to the time the City Council votes to approve. If removed, the item will be discussed in the order in which it appears.

6.1. Approve the June 1, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting and the June 6, 2026 Coffee with the Mayor Meeting Minutes

6.2. Adopt a Resolution Setting the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee

6.3. Claim of John Ganzel (The City Administrator recommends a "yes" vote under the Consent Calendar shall constitute denial of the claim)

6.4. Reduced Speed Limits on Specific Designated Streets in School Zones and Approaching School Zones to 15 Miles Per Hour and 20 Miles Per Hour

6.5. Approve an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Gilroy Chamber of Commerce for Programs Supporting Workforce Development and Business Retention, Expansion, and Attraction, and Adopt a Budget Amendment Resolution

6.6. Authorize the City Administrator to enter into a one-year service agreement with the County of Santa Clara for Animal Sheltering Services for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

6.7. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Setting the Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27)

6.8. Consent to the Appointment of Michael Horta as Human Resources Director/Risk Manager

6.9. Adoption of Resolution Denying Appeal and Modifying Administrative Hearing Officer's Decision Regarding Business License No. 16606725 and Tobacco Retailer's Permit issued to The Rock Zone

6.10. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Setting the Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27) for the Gilroy Community Library Project Bonds

6.11. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the County of Santa Clara for Crime Laboratory Services and Authorize the City Administrator to Execute the Agreement

6.12. Consent to the Appointment of Derek Cray as Utilities Director

7. BIDS AND PROPOSALS

7.1. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Kimley-Horn for a Not-to-exceed Amount of $237,117 for the Development of the City of Gilroy Comprehensive Roadway Safety Action Plan, Add the Project to the Capital Improvement Program, and Adopt a Budget Amendment Resolution to appropriate Grant and Gas Tax Funds to the Project

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1. Staff Report:

John Doughty, Public Works Director

2. Public Comment

3. Recommended Action:

1. Award a Professional Services Agreement to Kimley-Horn for an amount not to exceed $237,117.25 for the development of the City of Gilroy Comprehensive Roadway Safety Action Plan (Project) No. 26- RFP-PW-529, and authorize the City Administrator to execute the contract and associated documents;

2. Add the Project to the Fiscal Year 26 (FY26) Capital Improvement Program (CIP) with Project Number 801180; and

3. Adopt a resolution amending the FY26 budget within Gas Tax Fund (205) to appropriate $189,693.80 in FY 2024 SS4A Grant Funds to the Project, along with $47,423.45 in local match from the Gas Tax Fund balance, for a total of $237,117.25.

7.2. Adopt a Resolution Approving the Plans and Specifications for the Las Animas Park Pickleball Courts Project, Appropriating $499,190 to the Project, and Awarding a Construction Contract to Monterey Peninsula Engineering for an Amount Not to Exceed $1,226,401 with a Total Project Construction Cost Including Contingency of $1,288,000

1. Staff Report:

John Doughty, Public Works Director

2. Public Comment

3. Recommended Action:

Adopt a resolution approving the plans and specifications for the Las Animas Park Pickleball Courts Project No. 26-PW-305, appropriating $155,000 from the Facilities Fund (615) and $344,190 from the Recreation Fund (290) to the project budget, awarding a construction contract to Monterey Peninsula Engineering for an amount not to exceed $1,226,401, establishing a 5% contingency for a total construction contract amount not to exceed $1,288,000, authorizing the City Administrator to execute the construction contract, and authorizing staff to approve any amendments, extensions, and change orders until completion of the project in accordance with the plans and specifications up to the project construction amount.

8. PUBLIC HEARINGS

8.1. Public Hearing and Adoption Pursuant to California Water Code Section 10642 for the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan

1. Disclosure of Ex-Parte Communications

2. Staff Report:

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Izabela Cirloganu, Sr. Management Analyst

3. Open Public Hearing

4. Close Public Hearing

5. Recommended Action:

1. Receive the informational report on the Draft 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP).

2. Open Public hearing;

3. Close Public Hearing; and

4. Adopt a resolution approving the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan.

8.2. Introduction of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Amending Gilroy City Code Chapter 5D, Vacant Commercial Space in the Downtown Historic and Downtown Expansion Districts

1. Disclosure of Ex-Parte Communications

2. Staff Report:

Sharon Goei, Community Development Director

3. Open Public Hearing

4. Close Public Hearing

5. Recommended Action:

1. Motion to read the ordinance by title only and waive further reading.

2. Introduce an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gilroy amending Gilroy City Code Chapter 5D, Vacant Commercial Space in the Downtown Historic and Downtown Expansion Districts.

8.3. Resolution Declaring Results of Majority Protest Proceedings to Renew the Gilroy Tourism Business Improvement District

1. Disclosure of Ex-Parte Communications

2. Staff Report:

Raissa de la Rosa, Economic Development Director

3. Open Public Hearing

4. Close Public Hearing

5. Recommended Action:

1. Open/Close Public Hearing;

2. Declare the results of the majority protest proceedings; and

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3. Adopt a Resolution to renew the Gilroy Tourism Business Improvement District.

9. INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS

9.1. Charles Lux Drive and Lopez Way All Way Stop Control Analysis and Las Animas Elementary School Area Study

9.2. Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Third Quarter Budget and General Fund Forecast Update and Adoption of Resolutions Amending the Budget and Updating the Position Control List

1. Staff Report:

Cindy Murphy, Finance Director

2. Public Comment

3. Recommended Action:

1. Receive budget update as of the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26);

2. Adopt a resolution approving the updated Position Control List for FY26 and FY27;

3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution for FY26 and FY27.

4. Authorize the City Administrator to submit a bid for a Reserve Fire Engine from the Mountain View Fire Department for an amount not to exceed $150,000 and execute all related documents necessary to procure the Reserve Fire Engine if Gilroy's bid is accepted.

9.3. Introduction and Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Amending Chapter 8B of the Gilroy City Code Relating to Voluntary Campaign Expenditure Ceilings

1. Staff Report:

Harjot Sangha, Assistant City Administrator

2. Public Comment

3. Recommended Action:

1. Introduce the ordinance by title only and waive the further reading; and

2. Adopt an urgency ordinance amending Chapter 8B of the Gilroy City Code relating to the voluntary campaign expenditure ceiling and making the finding that immediate implementation of the amendments is necessary to provide certainty to candidates and committees participating in the upcoming 2026 election cycle and to promote orderly election administration.

9.4. Consideration of Options for Amending the Architectural and Site Review Permit Process (FAIR Memo - Marques and Ramirez)

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1. Staff Report:

Sharon Goei, Community Development Director

2. Public Comment

3. Recommended Action:

Direct staff to enhance public outreach and initiate the process to amend the Gilroy Zoning Code to require Planning Commission review and approval for development projects that require an Environmental Impact Report and have significant and unavoidable impact(s).

10. FUTURE COUNCIL INITIATED AGENDA ITEMS

11. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORTS

12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS

13. CLOSED SESSION

13.1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNITS Pursuant to GC Section 54957.6 and GCC Section 17 A.11 (4) Collective Bargaining Units: AFSCME Local 101 (General & Supervisory Units) Representing Employees Affiliated with AFSCME, Local 101; Local 2805, IAFF Fire Unit Representing Gilroy Firefighters
City Negotiators: Matt Morley, City Administrator; LeeAnn McPhillips, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager
Anticipated lssues(s) Under Negotiation: Wages, Hours, Benefits, Working Conditions; Memorandums of Understanding: City of Gilroy and Gilroy Fire Fighters Local 2805, City of Gilroy and AFSCME, Local 101 General & Supervisory Units

14. ADJOURN TO OPEN SESSION
Report of any action taken in Closed Session and vote or abstention of each Council Member if required by Government Code Section 54957.1 and GCC Section 17A.13(b); Public Report of the vote to continue in closed session if required under GCC Section 17A.11(5).

15. ADJOURNMENT

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City Council Legislative Agenda - FY26 and FY27
1 2 Department or Division Project Name Project Description Status Mandated Priority Estimated Completion Date Estimated Next Milestone Date Next Milestone Description 1 Administration - Communication and Engagement Office
Communication and Support for DistrictBased Elections Determining the amount and timing of any communications to be undertaken in support of districtbased elections. Staff time primarily,City Clerk's Office, Communications and Engagement Staff, IT GIS Support, Public Works for address support, and others as needed; potentially advertisement costs for public outreach material and postage.

Yes 1 11/7/2028 3/31/2026 Citywide postcard campaign
and social media/Email Express campaign with a focus on districts 2 Administration/ City Administrator's Office
Review the Council Policy on General Fund Investment in Recreation Services and Programs Through the use of a consultant, conduct an assessment on the Recreation Division to address questions related to aquatics services, the General Fund contribution, user fees, and staffing, triggering the full assessment of the division.

Staff time and contract costs, which will be appropriated once the bids are received and an award is issued by the Council. Consultant's assessment will inform on many Council questions/concerns regarding Recreation, and information to consider for the General Fund investment policy.

No 2 6/30/2027 4/6/2026 Council action to award a
consultant contract to conduct the study
3 Administration & Community Development
Consideration of Revising the Tobacco Ordinance and a Moratorium on New Tobacco Retailers During Revision Process Update the Zoning Ordinance and Tobacco Retailer Permit sections of the Gilroy City Code regarding regulating smoke shops and density of tobacco retailers allowed.

Developed and received Council adoption of an urgency interim ordinance to prohibit the issuance of any new tobacco retailer permits citywide. Currently drafting a potential zoning amendment and drafting an ordinance to amend the tobacco retailer permit section of the City Code.

No 2 6/15/2026 4/20/2026 Tobacco Retailer Permit
Direction to Council (4/20/2026); Zoning Ordinance update to Planning Commission (5/7/2026) 4 Administration/ City Attorney Review of Campaign Finance Laws/Contribution Limits and Enforcement Options
Provide information as requested by the City Council Staff is reviewing information previously provided to Council from the City Attorney's Office to return to Council with a report.

No 3 5/4/2026 5/4/2026 Provide a report and receive any Council direction.
5 Administration - City Administrator's Office
Evaluate the Annexation of Gilroy Sports Park City Administrator's Office to evaluate the annexation of the Gilroy Sports Park. If evaluation determines to proceed, direct Community Development Department to apply to LAFCO for annexation.

Staff time will be required from Administration to evaluate the annexation, and Community Development for completing the application if determination is to proceed.

No 3 6/30/2026 6/30/2026 City Administrator's Office
determination if to proceed with annexation.
6 Community Development Develop a City Policy on a Regional Approach to Housing/Unhoused Challenges
Develop a City policy for Council consideration regarding the City's efforts towards regional approaches to address housing and unhoused challenges.

Policy is currently being drafted for Council consideration. No 2 10/31/2026 10/31/2026 Presentation of proposed policy to Council
7 Community Development Climate Action Plan Develop and adopt a climate action plan to help implement the 2040 General Plan.

The project is underway with the consultant on board. The project includes both the CAP and the VMT/GHG Legislative Agenda item below.

Yes 1 6/30/2027 4/30/2026 Complete Community-Based
Organizations and Technical Advisory Group Meetings
8 Community Development Develop Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Policy and Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Measures
Develop a Citywide VMT Reduction Policy/TDM Guidelines and a GHG Reduction/Climate Action Plan will help the City implement the Gilroy 2040 General Plan and develop a detailed, strategic framework for measuring, planning, and reducing GHG emissions and addressing related climate vulnerabilities, including streamlining project review for applicants' CEQA compliance.

Staff time and additional funding for associated work were identified for these components of the larger project, in conjunction with the awarded Caltrans grant, to complete the project. The project is underway and simultaneous to, and interdependent with, the Climate Action Plan item above.

Yes 1 6/30/2027 4/30/2026 Complete Community-Based
Organizations and Technical Advisory Group Meetings
9 Community Development Develop Affordable Housing
Policy/Ordinance
Develop a policy and/or ordinance relating to affordable housing.

Staff has been participating in the development of a Regional Grand Nexus Study with the Santa Clara County Planning Collaborative to develop new affordable housing policies to be applied to new development.

Yes 1 3/31/2027 9/30/2026 Report and draft framework to the Council for direction
10 Finance Evaluate the City's Transient Occupancy Tax Council's workplan item to review and adjust City's existing TOT rate, which is one of the lowest in the County, and pursue it as a ballot measure at the November 2026 ballot.

Drafting the staff report and related materials/resolutions calling the election and placing the initiative on the ballot. Coming before Council in April 2026.

No 1 6/30/2026 4/20/2026 Adoption of the resolution calling for the election and submitting to voters the ballot measure for TOT rate increase and related actions. 11 Fire Conduct Fire Service Evaluation Complete a comprehensive Fire Service Evaluation to assess staffing levels, deployment models, responsetime performance, station locations, Fire Apparatus work loads, and long-term capital and operational needs. The evaluation will provide a data-driven roadmap for future service delivery.

Scope clarification underway based on prior LAFCO recommendations and Council direction. Next step is Council review of scope and options; any further study remains unfunded pending policy direction.

No 2 6/30/2028 6/30/2027 Present scope, background, and options for the Fire Service Evaluation to City Council for policy direction on whether to proceed with a staff-led assessment and/or consultantsupported study. 3/20/2026 Legislative Agenda Page 1

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City Council Legislative Agenda - FY26 and FY27
1 2 Department or Division Project Name Project Description Status Mandated Priority Estimated Completion Date Estimated Next Milestone Date Next Milestone Description 12 Police Police Department Service Level Evaluation
and Strategic Plan
Conduct a comprehensive three-year strategic plan and operational needs assessment to evaluate staffing levels, patrol deployment, beat structure, workload demands, future service expectations, and current and future facility needs, capacity, and infrastructure requirements. assessment.

Consultant support (CA POST) for staffing study, TBW (Team Building Workshop), data analysis tools, and leadership facilitation time.

No 2 12/31/2028 3/5/2026 Department Team Building
Workshop will be completed on 3/5/26. Next milestone - POST Staffing Studying and target study completion by Q4 2027. 13 Public Works Beautification Efforts for Gilroy Gateways - Highway 101 and Monterey
This action would beautify the cloverleaf area at the 101/Monterey Road South interchange with median enhancements extending to the Sports Park entrance.

No work has commenced to date. Confirmation of scope and funding of conceptual design needed.

No 2 7/31/2028 10/31/2026 Report to Council to receive
more specific direction and funding identification.
14 Public Works Highway Cloverleafs/Interchange
Maintenance Responsibility
Hwy 101 cloverleafs are currently maintained by Caltrans. The City Council indicated an interest in assuming maintenance responsibilities in an effort to improve these gateway locations.

No work has commenced to date. No discussions with Caltrans has commenced. Staff will be seeking confirmation of continued interest in taking on additional maintenance obligations and liability.

No 2 1/1/2028 10/31/2026 Council agenda item to seek
further direction on this task.
15 Public Works Update the Parks and Trails Master Plan This project will develop a Parks and Recreational Trails Master Plan to guide City staff on the life cycle, needs, and replacements for Parks facilities.

Funding for a consultant and public outreach is committed. No 2 2/28/2028 6/15/2026 Award of contract for consultant services.
16 Pubic Works Downtown/ Rule 20A Undergrounding This project will underground a total of five poles and associated overhead utilities along Monterey Street between 8th and 10th Street utilizing banked PG&E Rule 20A credits.

The City adopted a Utilities Undergrounding District which preserves current Rule 20A credits. Rule 20A program is being phased out and no new credits are being earned by cities. Credits typically equal approximately 50 cents on the dollar. Additional City funding will likely be required to implement.

No 2 12/30/2032 7/1/2026 Meet with PG&E Rule 20A staff to confirm 20A credit balance and process to move forward with the City undergrounding project. 3/20/2026 Legislative Agenda Page 2

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GILROY SPORTS PARK ANNEXATION
Project Description: City Administrator's Office to evaluate the annexation of the Gilroy Sports Park. If evaluation determines to proceed, direct Community Development Department to apply to LAFCO for annexation.

Approach:

As annexation is likely to succeed only with compelling reasoning, a feasible project will significantly drive the recommendation to annex the sports park.

Priority for annexation aligns with potential future use of the site for a P3 sports park development. This work includes a Council Ad Hoc committee engaged in the effort. The analysis has shown the initial approach of working with the SJ Sharks is not financially feasible.

Project Scope Expansion: The expansion brings in additional development opportunities through incorporation of a potential new development partner. This work will begin with establishing a revised pro forma for an expanded project, leading to a future discussion on feasibility with the ad hoc and City Council.

Original Completion Date:

June 30, 2026.

Revised Completion Date:

October 19, 2026.

Project timeline extension to October 2026 based on project scope expansion.

Schedule and Milestones:

February 2026:

Acknowledge pro forma with Sharks does not work for City economically. Based on current information, annexation not recommended.

May 2026:

Engage with ad hoc on next steps following exclusive negotiations with SJ Sharks. Proceed with addition of new development partner.

June 2026:

Update ad hoc on status.

August 2026:

Complete revised pro forma and present to ad hoc.

September 2026
Revise pro forma as necessary.

October 2026
Present pro forma to City Council.

Finalize recommendation to annex or retain status quo.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Project Description: Economic Development Strategic Plan Update Approach:

Updated the strategic plan and review with the Council to ensure alignment on priorities.

Completion Date:

August 31, 2026
Schedule and Milestones:

June 30, 2026:

Review and edit draft of revised plan
August 31, 2026
Council approval of Strategic Plan Update
Project Description: Mobile Vending Ordinance
Approach:

Establish an ordinance to regulate mobile vendors.

Original Completion Date:

October 31, 2026
Schedule and Milestones:

July 30, 2026:

Develop draft ordinance
October 31, 2026
Council approval of Ordinance
Project Description: Community Benefit District for Downtown Business Approach:

Develop and roll out a CBD with business.

Completion Date:

February 2027
Schedule and Milestones:

September 2026:

Create draft and begin business outreach and review; draft enabling ordinance in advance of Resolution of Intention
January 2027
Council approval: Enabling Ordinance and Resolution of Intention May 2027
Public Hearing for District Formation

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Project Description: Downtown Vitality Activation Policies Approach:

Address ground floor use flexibility to increase occupancy and investment and accommodate changes in market demand. Potential code changes to facilitate efforts.

Completion Date:

June 2027
Schedule and Milestones:

November 2026:

Create draft and begin business outreach and review
March 2027
Council review and feedback
June 2027
Public Hearing

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FIRE SERVICE REVIEW
Project Description: Complete a comprehensive Fire Service Evaluation to assess staffing levels, deployment models, response time performance, station locations, Fire Apparatus workloads, and long-term capital and operational needs. The evaluation will provide a data-driven roadmap for future service delivery.

Approach:

Staff will develop a scope for review by the City Council, incorporating the most recent LAFCO Fire Service Evaluation.

The scope will drive a consultant contract to conduct the necessary analysis, leveraging past service delivery studies.

Original Completion Date:

June 30, 2028
Revised Completion Date:

June 20, 2027
Schedule and Milestones:

August 17, 2026:

Review scope of services for consultant agreement with City Council. Include cost estimate to provide services and approach to obtaining a consultant.

November 16, 2026:

Complete consultant procurement – Council award of contract.

June 2027:

Complete evaluation and provide report to City Council.

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GATEWAY BEAUTIFICATION
Project Description: This action would beautify the cloverleaf area at the 101/Monterey Road South interchange with median enhancements extending to the Sports Park entrance.

Propose modification to scope to include Leavesley Road gateway areas.

Approach:

Preliminary work will focus on dedicating maintenance staffing to a weekly focus on gateways.

Staff will develop a capital program to improve gateway landscaping, focusing on median islands and landscaping in the right of way.

Original Completion Date:

July 31, 2028
Schedule and Milestones:

August 2026:

Utilizing staffing adjustments from mid-cycle budget adjustments, allocate staff to enhanced gateway maintenance.

December 2026:

Develop scope of landscape capital projects for inclusion in capital project discussions March 2027:

Begin budget presentations to Council for funding allocation August 2027:

Begin project design
October 2027
Bid Project
November 2027
Award Project
January 2028
Begin construction
July 2028
Close out project construction

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POLICE DEPARTMENT SERVICE LEVEL EVALUATION AND STRATEGIC PLAN Project Description: Conduct a comprehensive three-year strategic plan and operational needs assessment to evaluate staffing levels, patrol deployment, beat structure, workload demands, future service expectations, and current and future facility needs, capacity, and infrastructure requirements.

Approach:

Through data driven analysis, review and develop a refinement plan for police services. Utilize a consultant to provide a third-party analysis.

Original Completion Date:

December 31, 2028
Revised Completion Date:

January 30, 2028.

Schedule and Milestones:

August 2026:

Analyze data collection processes and refine to ensure accurate reflection of current operations.

December 2026:

Review data collection and adjust as necessary.

January 2027:

Report to Council – Data focused Policing Services
March 2027:

Identify project scope and plan for mid-cycle budget adjustment for consultant services.

August 2027:

Finalize RFP for consultant services.

October 2027
Award consultant agreement
January 2028
Begin analysis. Adjust data collection approach as needed to facilitate reporting.

August 2028
Draft report and status update to City Council.

December 2028
Project Completion

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City Administrator Performance Measures
Performance Measures
Rating (1-10)
Avg of Rows Mayor CM 2 CM 3 CM 4 CM 5 CM 6 CM 7
Individual Characteristics & Professional Skills 10 -Organizational Management & Policy Delivery 10 -Relations with City Council 10 - Fiscal Management 10 -Community Relations 10 -
Total 50 0 Box A - Average of Performance Measures
Special Initiatives (progress on)
Rating
(1-5)
Avg of Row Mayor CM 2 CM 3 CM 4 CM 5 CM 6 CM 7
Gilroy Sports Park 10 -Economic Development 10 -Fire Services Review 10 -Gateway Beautification 10 -Police Department Service Review 10 - Total 50 0 Box B - Average of Special Initiatives
Performance Pay Structure
Rating
70 $2,500
Value of Box A - Performance Measures 0 75 $5,000Value of Box B - Special Initiatives 0 80 $7,500Total Points (Box A + Box B) 0 85 $10,000 90 $20,00095 $30,000
100 $40,000
Scoring Rubric
Performance Pay

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5.1. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Appointment of Members to the Youth Commission Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Kim Mancera, City Clerk
Department: Administration
Submitted by: Kim Mancera, City Clerk
Prepared by: Kim Mancera, City Clerk
STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Not Applicable

RECOMMENDATION
Council appoint members to fill available seats on the Gilroy Youth Commission.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

BACKGROUND
The City opened the summer recruitment period ending May 20, 2026, to fill seats on the Gilroy Youth Commission with member terms vacant or expiring as of June 30, 2028. A total of five (5) seats with this term length are open. The Council held interviews on June 1, 2026. Eleven (11) of the twenty-seven (27) applicants attended the interview.

ANALYSIS
The City received twenty-seven (27) applications. Eleven (11) applicants presented themselves for Council interview at the June 1, 2026 regular City Council Meeting.

Below is the list of applicants. For those who did not attend the interview, there is an indicator * next to their name on the list below.

1. Abigail Nguyen

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5.1. 2. Alexandra (Lexi) Anderson *

3. Annbelle Pham *

4. Asztryd Bolanos

5. Avery Lucero *

6. Clarissa Lustre *

7. Cormac Stumpf

8. Genesis Rufino *

9. Jacob Angelo Ona *

10. Jaxson Liu

11. Jeremy Vu

12. Kacie Walker

13. Kiara Brinton *

14. Linda Diakova *

15. Lizeth Gomez

16. Mia Gibson

17. Paige Lott *

18. Robert Gareev

19. Ryan Nguyen *

20. Sarah Isaac

21. Saurika Dey *

22. Sean Anderson *

23. Sienna Teel *

24. Trinity Wagner *

25. Tyler Krepick *

26. Violet Ramirez *

27. William Purdy
* Applicants who did not attend the interview.

ALTERNATIVES
None. Council may appoint any of the applicants to fill the five (5) seats currently available, or a portion thereof.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
None.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
The City advertised the recruitment through social media and the City's website, as well as advertisement through the Gilroy Unified School District.

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5.1. NEXT STEPS
Once appointments are made, staff will complete the processing of those selected to serve on the Youth Commission.

Attachments:

1. 2026 Youth Commission Applicaions - Redacted

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/14/2026 8:24 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Abigail
Middle Name Gia Han
Last Name Nguyen
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Home
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
- Good time management skills (high school classes and college classes) - Communication skills are very well rounded (works well in groups full of diverse people, took a communication class, multiple presentations made, uncontested class officer, in tune with class’s wishes)
- Was a media manager for Woven in Medicine (a student led medical journal) for about a year
- Always on top of things/responsible (ASB duties such as checking in with members to update the class budget and contributing to meetings with class’s ideas in mind)
- Class treasurer (ASB) for 1 year, re-elected/uncontested for 2nd year (2026- 2027)
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:
- Volunteered for the Run for Fitness event at Gilroy high school - Volunteered to set up Operation Freedom Paws winery
- consistent volunteer in South Valley Middle School’s Volleyball season - volunteered at Gavilan Community College’s to prepare events such as helping to sort out clothes for fundraising
- volunteered for multiple swim meets for Gilroy Gators - volunteered at the snack bar during Gilroy High School Basketball season - Volunteered for Gilroy High School’s Rev-Up event
- volunteered to help set up events and prepare classrooms before summer at

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GECA
Total hours committed to community: 49.5 hours
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I hope to further emphasize the voices of multiple people, especially the students of Gilroy whether it be middle school or high school students. However, as of right now, I'd like to focus on the voices of GECA students. I know a lot of people have opinions and ideas about certain situations but don’t voice them out, so I want to act as a way to communicate their feelings to a larger group. I’d also like to help work on the sports recreation in Gilroy, specifically volleyball. I used to play volleyball for club and school teams and that community in Gilroy has been having some issues with the Gilroy recreation program about open gyms offered.

Hopefully, I can help pitch in to smooth out the consistency of the scheduling and improve the accessibility of those open gyms.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I’m already a member of some sort of board, that being my school’s ASB and a club. I also think that I’m a very well rounded person with strong skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership learned from many of my classes and applied in presentations, performances, projects, and sports. I have lots of experience planning events such as GECA’s fall festival, Halloween dance, and fall rally. In these events, I collaborated with lots of different people including the students of my school, other officers, and teachers. I’ve also helped to introduce and develop more ideas for these events which had the majority of students’ interests in mind such as having a treasure hunt during Halloween dance, competitions for spirit games (spike ball tournament, blind bouquet making, musical chairs, volleyball tournament, etc), spirit days, and ensuring that students’ concerns are heard such as ticket pricing.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy
(this does not apply to Youth
Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/14/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/20/2026 4:41 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Alexandra
Middle Name Loren
Last Name Anderson
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy (GECA) Grade / School Year: 9th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

Although my qualifications are limited at this time because I am a freshman in high school my intentions are to expand my leadership skills and advocate for my peers and myself.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I recently volunteered with events at elementary and middle schools, while also participating in planting trees at community gardens. I have taken part in the PTSA that is involved with my school.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goal is to be involved with my peers while learning to how to make a difference and contribute to my community.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am hardworking, a fast learner and will strive to do the best with my contributions to this great organization.

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I agree.

Signature
Date 05/20/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/15/2026 11:49 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Annabelle
Last Name Pham
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Christopher High School
Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I am a current member of the Gilroy Foundation Youth Board and a club officer for my school's Asian Student Union.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

Volunteering at Saint Mary School During School Hours
- Helped inside classrooms with cleaning up, helping the teacher grade work, and doing any work requested by the teacher.

Volunteering at Saint Mary School During the Summer
- Helped organize, unbox, and clean up classrooms to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Volunteering at Saint Mary School’s Italian Dinner
- Served the guests dinner, helped in the auction, and cleaned up the tables.

Volunteering at Saint Mary School’s Spaghetti Dinner
- Helped carry and restock the noodles, sauce, and garlic bread to serve the guests.

Volunteering at the Gilroy Portuguese Hall
- Helped set up the tables to make it look neat for the guests, cleaned up their appetizer and main course plates, served dessert, and cleaned up at the end.

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Volunteering at the Gilroy National Night Out
- Helped set up informational tents before the event and walked around to see if any tent holders needed help.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals are to help make the youth community of Gilroy feel more represented and connected, creating one unity. I want to assist in expanding volunteer opportunities, youth events, and career resources, ensuring that different schools with a variety of backgrounds feel represented in a special way. I will bring the student concerns that I hear from my experiences to the City Council, specifically on issues concerning mental health, recreation, school safety, transportation, and involvement of the youth. In all, my goal is to help make my city, Gilroy, a city where those unrecognized feel recognized.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am most qualified to serve on this Commission because I bring both a student perspective and a desire to put my experiences forward in service to my community. I recognize and understand the challenges faced by the young people around me, especially in the school environment, and I will ensure that I help make the environment a safer and more engaging place. I am known to be a good listener and provide good advice, getting along well with others, and being responsible. In all, I truly believe I would be a committed member who belongs to serve a role in the Youth Commission.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/15/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/21/2026 8:49 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Asztryd
Middle Name Sismai
Last Name Bolanos
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? South Valley Middle School
Grade / School Year: 8th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
persuasive
independent
enthusiastic
disciplined
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:
. Part of the Freedom Fest Choir in the city of Morgan Hill What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals are to promote unity and inclusiveness of youth in the community. I would also like to beckme familiarized with challenges facing youth in our community and come up with creative ways to solve these.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am most qualified because I am focused when it comes to achieving goals, while at the same time bringing kindness to solve problems.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy
(this does not apply to Youth
I agree.

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Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/19/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/14/2026 7:53 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Avery
Middle Name Grace
Last Name Lucero
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Brownell middle school
Grade / School Year: 7th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I have been a part of ASB for my school. Putting together school events and activities. I work well with a team. I’ve been playing softball for 5 years which has shown me how to be a good team player.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

My only experience is with ASB.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goal is to grow my experience and help my community.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
Like I mentioned above, I have been part of a team for many years which taught me teamwork, accountability , and hard work. I have helped my school setting up school events.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
I agree.

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currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy
(this does not apply to Youth
Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/14/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/15/2026 8:02 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
Arts and Culture Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
First Name Clarissa
Last Name Lustre
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Are you a registered voter within
the City of Gilroy?
No
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Driver's License/ID Number
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Gilroy high school
Grade / School Year: 12th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

Team working
Fast learning
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

Volunteers
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
Commission
Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Commission

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Board/Commission/Committee?
By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy
(this does not apply to Youth
Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/15/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/21/2026 4:18 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Cormac
Middle Name M
Last Name Stumpf
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Home
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? St. Mary School
Grade / School Year: 7th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I am passionate about debating, and I possess advanced literary skills, efficient communication abilities, and supportive team-building skills. I am responsible, willing to learn, and able to consider different points of view before making decisions. I believe these qualities would help me be a thoughtful and reliable member of the committee.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I have participated in a multitude of annual Saint Mary's fundraisers, as well as assisted in tours and school events. I have developed skills such as cooperation, improvisation, and flexibility that better support me in this role. I have not previously served on a board or commission, but I am excited to have the opportunity to serve my community.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goal is to serve Gilroy responsibly and learn more about how local government works. I would like to represent kids and students in Gilroy, listen to the needs and concerns of others, and contribute thoughtful ideas. I also hope to gain experience working as part of a formal committee.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
I have above average writing capabilities, including advanced grammar, vocabulary and written communication. I have had previous experience with

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Board/Commission/Committee? organizing groups for after school and weekend activities. I stay informed about what is happening in Gilroy by reading the City of Gilroy newsletters and local news. I am familiar with debate and argument writing from school, which has helped me learn how to listen to different opinions, explain my ideas clearly, and think through issues carefully.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/21/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/21/2026 4:24 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Genesis
Middle Name Jasmine
Last Name Rufino
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. Tj Owen’s Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 9th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
•Organized
•Sociable
•Consistent
•Charismatic
•Determined
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

School events and tutoring younger kids at Ciel
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals while serving on this boards are to make the youth feel heard and included in the activities that we will plan for the future.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am most qualified to serve on this board because I am a very sociable person meaning i can interacts with many youths and listen to their opinions and preferences.

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I agree.

Signature
Date 05/21/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/17/2026 2:16 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions
First Name Jacob Angelo
Middle Name Jaymalin
Last Name Ona
Home Address
City GILROY
State CA
Zip 95020
Are you a registered voter within
the City of Gilroy?
No
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Driver's License/ID Number 0
Date of Birth
Last 4 of SSN
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I am willing to learn new things that can contribute to my community's goals, to effectively collaborate with other members of the commission. I am dependable on assignments that will be given to me to achieve our common goal.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

None in this country because we just moved here a year ago, I came from the Philippines. In my country, I have served as altar server in our church for 2 years, we had programs for small kids during summer.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I will actively represent the community's diverse needs to ensure everyone has access to important information and programs and that all youth in the City of Gilroy will have the same will and responsibility to live in a safe and peaceful environment.

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Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My dedication to my task.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/17/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/20/2026 4:35 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Jaxson
Last Name Liu
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I am very passionate about a community full of kindness, and I have lots of practice with working with people to get the best outcome possible. During middle school and high school, I have been bullied, and I watched it happen, too. I don't want sympathy, I just don't want this to continue to happen. If more kindness were perpetuated within the community then the acceptance of bullying would drastically decrease. Small things like little campaigns could make all of the difference. So many people could be helped if small things were done to help them, and that's what I want to do. On top of this, this is my second year being a lifeguard at Christopher High School. I have talked with coworkers, bosses, and patrons. I have honed my communications skills and can now talk efficiently with others. I understand what they are trying to say, and can work with them to help them. As a youth commissioner, I could ensure these attributes get put to use. My passion for a community of kindness will drive me to work harder and harder every day until I make a real difference for everybody. My communication skills will allow me to talk to the people of schools and understand what they want. I know if I use these attributes in the Youth board, I will help greatly.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

Over 40 hours doing community service, helping all sorts of events and projects. - Las Animas Clean Up, Walking around Las Animas park picking up trash from all over the park. I made the area was beautiful and I ensured that there was a lot less litter across the park.
- Gilroy High School Track Meet, I helped my fellow students create a nice track meet where everything ran smoothly. I assisted them with snacks, the track, and

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even doing dishes to ensure a nice community e
- Run For Fun, I helped corral the people and help them get out of their run to the correct place. Every kid and adult went to a specific building after they finished their run so I would help lead them there.

Non-community service Hours
- Lifeguarding at Christopher High School, I keep the community safe. No matter who enters the pool deck, I prevent harm from coming to them and if any does, I am there to help them when they are in any danger or harm.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
While serving on the Commission, I hope to enact some sort of program in which I encourage people to be kind. Too often are people casted out of community or groups. This could be due to many different kinds of reasons but on the youth commission board I hope to work so people are more integrated into the community. I have many ideas on what I could do for this. My program would incorporate a couple representatives from each school who just watch others.

They would have to be very social and wanting to encourage the kindness but if we got the right people, it would definitely work. They would hand out wrist bands to those they see are being kind. At the end of a day, week, or month, some sort of prize could be given out. Overall, I just want to create some wort of project or activity that helps create relationships within the community. I really want to work on this with the commission and I think working with them on an idea like this could lead to something much larger and more beneficial for students.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am the most qualified because of my drive. I want to work on my program and continue to pursue a kinder community. This drive will put me over the edge of my competitors. I have thought this through, and have been wanting to do something for the community. It has been too long since there has been a feeling of warm community around most of the people in high school and I hope to fix that. Others don't have this drive, but if they did, there is no way they could have it to the same extent. I am really looking forward to interviews and know I would be the best candidate for the youth commission board.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/20/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/19/2026 6:49 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Jeremy
Middle Name Quoc Huy
Last Name Vu
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? GECA (Dr T.J. Owens' Gilroy Early College Academy) Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

Some of my qualifications for this position include my leadership skills, responsibility, respect, kindness, intelligence, creativity, perseverance, listening skills, and inclusion. As a capable student, teacher, and avid volunteer, I have exemplified all of these qualities when working alone or in a team.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

Some services to the community have included setting up community events in Eagle Ridge, volunteering and tutoring at Ciel Tutoring and the Gilroy Library, creating and executing meaningful and engaging events for teens at the Gilroy Library as part of their Teen Avisory Board (TAB), teaching Confirmation catechism classes for Saint Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church, serving food for a twice for a yearly dinner event hosted by the Knights of Columbus, and for 3 years I have been consistently volunteering at Brownell Middle School for Mrs.

Fortino, a Seventh Grade English Teacher every winter and fall for a total of 4-5 weeks per year. Going in more depth into these accolades, for nearly two years, I have served as a tutor for the Gilroy Library and Ciel Tutoring Services. In addition, I serve as a leader on the Gilroy TAB, where I apply myself to developing meaningful events for teens commissioned and sponsored by the library. Adding on to this, in the past two years, I have also assisted with processes around my local church (Saint Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Church) whenever possible, not only with facilitating services during mass but most importantly, teaching various catechism classes for the church during the Confirmation programs. I teach fellow teens about the Confirmation process and guide them every Sunday,

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and I even worked as a core youth leader during a church retreat while also being one of three keynote speakers at this event. Finally, due to GECA’s unique school schedule, it has allowed me to come back to my teacher, Mrs. Fortino, to assist her in her daily classes at the school, offering my assistance whenever possible and accomplishing whatever may be needed. Although I may not be a prior member, I have more than enough experience and skills to excel in such a role if given the opportunity.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
One main priority and goal I will accomplish while serving on the Commission is helping set up the youth for success with free and public extracurricular activities offered as well as supplementary programs. Moreover, I would advertise these programs to the youth to ensure that the youth are informed of these opportunities that would benefit them. Most youth need help, but have no programs to help them or have no knowledge of such programs. However, I will create programs for the aid they require and successfully inform the youth of the existence of these programs. Some of these programs could include tutoring services, fitness programs, and skill-building programs for specific jobs, such as business building or science-related lessons. Even further, I will create online surveys or forms for the community to openly and anonymously complete to determine what issues are at the forefront of attention. I have already executed similar ideas with my time as a core member of the TAB, so I understand the skills required to accomplish these tasks, and have already demonstrated my capability to execute these goals to perfection.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am the most qualified for this position because of my extensive experience working with youth during my time volunteering. Not only have I been able to work with my peers and teach them, as demonstrated by my teaching and tutoring experience, but I have already demonstrated these qualities in creating impactful events with my time with the TAB this past year, a similar role in which I have applied myself to craft similar events. Moreover, I have leadership skills and many other qualities I can apply to this position. Furthermore, I have creative approaches that can be used to solve any issue regarding the youth. Adding on to this, I am open to listening to the community regarding how to help the youth with certain issues.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/19/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/08/2026 7:49 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Kacie
Middle Name Emily
Last Name Walker
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Brownell Middle School
Grade / School Year: 7th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I'm responsible, hardworking, and I care about my community and the people in it.

I work well with others, listen to different opinions, and always try to be respectful.

I enjoy being involved at school and participating in activities and discussions. I want to be part of The Youth Commission so I can represent other kids in my city and help make positive changes. I'm dependable, organized, and always willing to learn and improve.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I have helped my community by assisting with the Photo Booth company "Moments In Focus," where I helped at events and worked with people. I have also helped with school fundraisers. I have experience setting up parties and community events. I have volunteered for the Salinas Rodeo and a couple of different day camps. Additionally, I've volunteered at school basketball games, football games, soccer games, softball games, etc.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals while serving on The Youth Commission are to represent the voices of students and young people in my community, help make positive changes, and be involved in projects that will have good impacts on families and the youth. I also Submission ID: 099a7191-61f3-4879-8f88-01c4bd5b8ea8 Page 1/2

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want to lean more about leadership, teamwork, and how the local community works, all while working with others to improve the community.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I believe I would be a good fit for The Youth Commission because I enjoy being involved and helping out whoever I can. I'm good at working with different people, staying organized, and completing tasks I'm given. I like hearing other people's ideas and finding ways to help solve problems. I also would want to use this opportunity to stand up for my fellow peers at school, outside of school, and the whole community in general, all while finding ways to create positive environments.

I recently attended a presentation presented by the Gilroy Police Department related to E-Bikes and road safety. This shows how dedicated I am to creating a safer community.

I am committed to my faith, attend church weekly, and attend a weekly youth group. I am bilingual and graduated the sixth grade with a Seal of Biliteracy. I've been working on Spanish since I was only three and a half. I have had outstanding grades throughout my whole education.

I have participated with the school sports teams, which demonstrates I am capable of team work, and listening to direct orders.

I am most qualified to serve on the Commission because I am invested in the community and well-rounded.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy.

Furthermore, I understand that
this application and any
attachments are subject to
disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission, Parks and
Recreation Commission, Building
Boards of Appeals, and Physically
Challenged Board of Appeals are
also subject to filing the Fair
Political Practice Commission's
Statement of Economic Interest
Form 700 relating to financial
disclosures.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/07/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/14/2026 7:45 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Kiara
Middle Name Lindley
Last Name Brinton
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Home
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Mount Madonna School
Grade / School Year: 9th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I frequent Model United Nations conference.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

None.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goal is to turn the public library into a public gathering space that just so happens to feature books.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am well versed in the logistics and recent additions to the library.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
I agree.

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the City limits of the City of Gilroy
(this does not apply to Youth
Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/14/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/19/2026 11:20 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Linda
Last Name Diakova
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Solorsano Middle School
Grade / School Year: 7th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I am currently involved in my school’s student government and the California Junior Scholarship Federation, an academic honor organization for middle school students that emphasizes community service, leadership, and academic achievement. I also previously served a term as president of my elementary school. In athletics, I was awarded Athlete of the Year last year, and I compete as a swimmer with the Gilroy Gators Swim Team, as well as in track‑and‑field and cross‑country. These experiences have taught me discipline, resilience, and the value of hard work. As a three‑time district champion and a one-time state champion in the Elks Americanism Essay Contest, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the American history and civil rights, which has inspired me to seek hands‑on experience in local government and legislation. Through all of my extracurricular activities, I’ve developed strong leadership skills and a collaborative mindset that I believe will allow me to contribute meaningfully to the Gilroy Youth Commission.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I’ve taken part in many projects and organizations, including the ASMS Leadership Class, Rucker Student Council, and the California Junior Scholarship Federation. I have also volunteered with numerous community‑focused groups, such as the Gilroy Gators Swim Team, Gilroy Rotary Club, Wreaths Across America, Gilroy Exchange Club, Rebekah Children’s Services, and the Gilroy Rodeo, where I have volunteered for the past four consecutive years.

What are your goals while serving I want to use this position to represent Gilroy's younger generation and make a

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on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
difference locally.

My goals while serving on the Youth Commission are to help make Gilroy a better place for young people and to make sure our voices are included in city decisions.

I want to work on projects that improve youth safety, mental health awareness, and access to activities and programs for teens. I also hope to strengthen the connection between students and city leaders by listening to what my peers need and bringing their ideas forward. Most of all, I want to learn how local government works, develop my leadership skills, and contribute to meaningful changes that benefit the youth of Gilroy.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I believe I’m highly qualified to serve on the Youth Commission because I’ve spent years actively involved in leadership, community service, and representing Gilroy in meaningful ways. I’ve volunteered with many local organizations, taken part in student leadership groups, and consistently looked for ways to support and uplift others. These experiences have taught me how to listen, collaborate, and follow through on commitments.

Academically, I’m dedicated and hardworking, which helps me stay organized and focused when working on long‑term projects. I would be honored to serve as a Youth commissioner and make Gilroy a better place.

I’ve been selected to represent Gilroy at the AAUW Tech Trek Science Camp in Santa Cruz this summer along with other eighty‑five students from all over the Bay Area, which also inspired me to take on a larger role in my community.

Most importantly, I care deeply about the youth of Gilroy. I want to bring forward the ideas and concerns of my peers and help create programs that make our city an even better place for young people. I’m ready to contribute my energy, creativity, and leadership to the Commission and serve in a way that truly reflects the needs of our community.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/19/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/19/2026 3:24 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Lizeth
Middle Name Guadalupe
Last Name Gomez Rodriguez
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
-Accustomed to providing input and serving as a liaison for my student body and the principal as a Student Advisory Counsel member at GECA -Comfortable with all forms of presentations and public speaking -Involved in our Gilroy community as a part of the Gilroy Foundation's Youth Board where we represent the foundation at events, donate grants, and create capstone projects
-Engaged in my community by donating over two hundred thirty hours of community service to various organizations like the Gilroy Library, South County Community Sources, The Salvation Army, etc as a way to pay back and continue the services that previously aided me
-Well-versed in time management as a high school student, community college student working towards three associates, and part-time worker at Gilroy Gardens -Skilled in all forms of writing ranging from lab reports, short stories, persuasive essays, etc.
-Passionate in creating change, uplifting my community, and preaching tolerance -Ready to provide a new perspective to conversations as the first daughter to lowincome immigrants

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List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

As previously stated, I have over two hundred thirty hours of community service aiding my community including:
-Packaging food and produce bags multiple times a week for hundreds of Gilroy residents at both the South County Community Center and Salvation Army. This is especially dear to me because these very programs are what helped my family during my childhood.
-Tutoring K-8 students on their homework at the Gilroy Library. I worked with all subjects ranging from math, to Spanish, to English, to history, etc; I even had the honor to teach some English to parents who asked for help! -Aided in preserving historic pictures while volunteering at the Gilroy Museum.

History is a huge interest to me, so I immediately jumped to help with this opportunity.
-Previously served as a California Junior Scholarship Federation officer two years back. Here I aided in planning large school-based food drives and fundraisers.

Over the span of two years, I contributed to planning and organizing food drives that brought in over a thousand cans and over two thousand dollars for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society now known as Blood Cancer United. -Always willing to help wherever! On top of this, I have worked various game days and events at elementary schools including Rucker, Las Animas, Rod Kelley, and Gilroy Prep! I believe that involvement in these early years of schooling is paramount as I feel my time at Rucker shaped me into who I am today.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
While serving on the Gilroy Youth Commission, my main goal would be to do the absolute most for my community. As a student, I saw the passion and time my educators put into my education while lacking proper resources. As the daughter of immigrants, I saw the sacrifices my parents made for me to be here as they settled in a new world. As a teenage girl, I saw the struggles my classmates battled with mental health while attempting to keep their heads afloat adjusting to changes. I identify myself with various communities: as a teenage girl, a musician, a first-generation student, a oaxaqueña, etc. I am well connected to various communities, and I see the issues and struggles they face on a first-hand basis. If given the privilege to serve on the Youth Commission, my goal would be to represent these voices that are often talked over. It would be my greatest honor to be able to make changes and ensure that the very resources I benefitted from continue to thrive to help others. To be more specific, my goals would include raising awareness on the needs of educators and the arts, highlighting issues plaguing our youth and promoting healthy coping mechanisms, and maybe even creating fairs designed to help immigrants in our city adjust.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I feel that I am most qualified to serve on the Gilroy Youth Commission because of my passion for service. I know that I do not have an incredibly long list of crazy achievements, but the little things I have done came directly from the love in my heart. This opportunity would be a great privilege for me as it is my dream to have a career in public service in the near future. My earliest memories here in Gilroy date back to those times where I received help from others whether it be Christmas gifts donated to my family when a fire forced us to relocate or teachers treating me with the utmost patience even if we could not speak the same language. There is something special here in Gilroy; our community makes us stronger than ever. It is this community that I want to serve. I am qualified to serve my community as my passion and work ethic will let me accomplish great things.

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understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/19/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/14/2026 9:00 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Mia
Middle Name Jean
Last Name Gibson
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? South Valley Middle School
Grade / School Year: 7th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

Beyond Gilroy from Save Our Shores
CREW Mt. top day camp (See question 4 for details)
Musical Theater
student council secretary (5th grade)
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I help set up the Friends of the Library at Gilroy library every second Saturday of the month.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
Make a greater tomorrow for the youth of our city for making life safer.

Make more public opportunities for teens, expose them to as many paths to success as possible, and to help the ecosystems and animals that are part of our wild community too.

I would like to have single use plastics like plastic water bottles and plastic bags decrease, along with more volunteer cleanups around our city for volunteer hours for High Schoolers as an incentive to help our town.

Why are you most qualified to I am most qualified to serve on the Youth Commission because I served on my

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serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
elementary school's student council as a 5th grader. We would come up with Ideas for spirit days for the students to participate in, evaluate the booths at the dances, and take surveys in our class to see if what we were doing was working the way we hoped it would. In order for me to run in our election, I made a speech to my peers, and as I am a part of musical theater, I am not afraid to go out there in front of people to share what I feel is important to me and our community.

I am also most qualified because I have been a part of Mt. Top Day Camp for the last 7 years, having been a participant for 5 years, with 2 years of being CREW.

Being a part of CREW means that we are in charge of planning and peer mentorship which is teaching the girls how to be self sufficient and future leaders.

I went there for many years learning how to be a leader, along with helping and collaborating with others, and now I use those skills to teach other girls how to do the same.

I was in the Beyond Gilroy program that was approximately 4 months long, where we learned about how our oceans and ecosystems are affected by pollution and waste. We also went on out of class lessons to see what was going on ourselves and see the actual ecosystem. At Palm Beach we learned more about the invasive Eucalyptus trees and participated in a beach cleanup, were we removed 15 pounds of trash off our shore, most of which was plastic waste. My goal is to go back next year as a leader to help teach the next class about the problems that our planet is facing.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/14/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
01/29/2026 9:30 PM (PST)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Paige
Middle Name Arlene
Last Name Lott
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Time Efficient
- Diplomatic
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:
- YMCA General Board Representative
- Gilroy Little League Assistant Coach
- Volunteer Community Service
- House of Toys Volunteer
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
While serving on the board, my goal is to give back to my community and help those in need. Through hard work, dedication, and devotion I believe that I can contribute and sacrifice my time to make a positive impact on my community and those who support. I hope to be apart of a collaborative, productive board in which I am apart of crucial discussions on how we can improve our community. Overall, my primary goal is to open more doors to create a difference and be apart of discusion where we can make that happen.

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Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I believe I am most qualified to serve on this board because I truly believe that every small discussion can turn into something bigger. If I am apart of these conservations, I will bring great ideas, strategies, and represent voices in my community. I am willing to give up my time and work closely with the rest of the board to discover something we can all do as a team. Working with previous organizations, I've learned that productive dialogue turns into productive and proactive change, which I promise to bring to this committee. I am a very passionate person who is willing to make sacrifices and promises I know I can keep. Thank you considering me for this amazing opportunity at the City of Gilroy Youth Commission.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy.

I agree.

Signature
Date 01/29/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/24/2026 10:47 AM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Robert
Last Name Gareev
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. T. J. Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I have tried to participate in groups and organizations such as the Youth Commission ever since 5th grade, when I was first introduced to the role of "class assistant", where I had to assist my teachers in setting up and cleaning up the class, as well as helping my classmates. Throughout the years, I have continued to take part in these roles, and was helping not only the teachers, but also the principal of my school. Through these roles, I have learned many new skills, such as generating written reports, communicating with students, and organizing certain events for both the pupils and the members of the community. I believe that such skills, as well as the knowledge on how to apply them to aid people in real-world scenarios, are integral to a member of the Youth Commission.

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List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I am currently a part of my school's associated student body, which is an integral leadership part of the school, aiding the Principal in valuable information, as well as organizing fun and profitable events for the students to enjoy. Additionally, I am also a part of a small, principal-appointed group of 13 students, known as the Honors Tribunal, which is responsible for resolving complex cases between students, as well as organizing in-school events such as the Kindness Week, or many community circles throughout the year. Finally, I try to spend at least 15-20 hours every month volunteering in local events, such as GUSD's Run for Fitness, and the Wings of History Air Museum.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My main goals that I would like to achieve while serving on the Youth Commission is mainly aiding people, both the Gilroy City Council, and the Youth of this city, in various ways. For example, I would like to participate in planning and organizing events such as the OpportuniTEEN fair, which will help teens explore various careers, internships, and volunteering opportunities.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I believe that I am the most qualified to serve on the Youth Commission, as I have an extensive record of assisting people, both in my schools and nearby areas, as well as the community as whole through volunteering at local events. I am able to thoroughly complete tasks that are related to communication, organization, and community outreach, which are all important aspects for a youth commissioner.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/24/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/20/2026 3:03 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Ryan
Middle Name Huynh
Last Name Nguyen
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
- Member of the YMCA Mt Madonna Youth Board
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:
- 120+ Community Service Hours
- Helped create Project Y
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals while serving on this commission is to help out the youth and hopefully do something or plan an event that will create a change for the better.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I believe I am most qualified to serve on this commission because of my leadership skills and appreciation for the Youth. Being on the YMCA Mt Madonna Youth Board, I have experience planning and leading events very similar to the ones done by this commission. Some other skills I have like my communication skills can allow me to effectively talk with other members and plan events together easily.

By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy
I agree.

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(this does not apply to Youth
Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/20/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/15/2026 5:00 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Sarah
Middle Name Dayakrupa
Last Name Isaac
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I am currently a sophomore at Gilroy Early College Academy, where I balance high-school work, with college work. Some skills that I have learned from school, as well as prior volunteer opportunities, are communication, responsibility, and teamwork. I always enjoy working with my community, to further help better others and youth, which is something I am truly passionate about, and will strive to make a positive impact through my service and actions. My prior experiences have taught me to be able to stay organized and responsible.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I have volunteered at a local preschool from June 2025, through August 2025, in where I helped to supervise students, as well as assist with classroom activities. I have also been a YMCA youth ambassador, from September 2023, through May 2024, in where I participated in the monthly leadership meetings, as well as attended the volunteer opportunities in which we organized. I am currently a youth leader for my church from December 2021, through the present, in which I prepare to share during monthly zoom meetings, as well as helping to mentor younger children.

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What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals that I wish to accomplish while serving this position are to represent the youth in our community through my voice, as well as learn more about leadership opportunities. I hope to be able to strengthen the level of communication between the board and youth, as well as serve my community.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am qualified to serve on this position, since I have always been active in opportunities in the community, and still wish to provide my skills that I've learned in this position as well.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/15/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/14/2026 10:24 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Saurika
Last Name Dey
Home Address
City Gilroy
State California
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Dr.TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I’m currently very involved in leadership and service roles both at my school and in Santa Clara County, where I focus on representing student voices and contributing to community and wellness initiatives. In Santa Clara County, I serve on the Student Wellness Advisory Group, where I help discuss and support youth mental health, school wellness, and student needs. I also serve on the Tobacco Use Prevention Education and Advocacy Council, where I work with other youth representatives to help promote awareness and prevention efforts. In both groups, I contribute ideas, participate in discussions, and help bring a student perspective to county-level conversations that impact young people. At my school, I’m part of the Student Advisory Council, where I help improve communication between students and staff. This role allows me to share student concerns, suggest improvements, and work collaboratively to make the school environment better for everyone. I’m also a Co-Project Director for my school’s American Red Cross club, where I help plan, organize, and manage service projects. This includes working with a team, dividing responsibilities, and making sure projects run smoothly from start to finish. Through this role, I’ve learned how to lead in a group setting while also staying organized and dependable.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I have completed over 200 hours of community service through various volunteer roles in Gilroy and Santa Clara County. One of my main experiences is volunteering at the Gilroy Senior Center, where I worked closely with seniors by serving meals, assisting with lunch check-ins, helping guide them through daily activities, and spending time talking with them. This experience helped me build patience, empathy, and strong communication skills while supporting the daily needs of older adults in my community. I also volunteered at the Gilroy Library,

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where I helped shelve and organize books, supported library events, and assisted staff with general tasks. This role helped me develop responsibility, organization skills, and experience working in a public service environment. In addition to these, I have participated in community service projects such as local cleanups and environmental volunteering with the City of Gilroy and Our City Forest, including trash cleanups and tree planting. These experiences allowed me to contribute to sustainability efforts and work collaboratively with others.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My main goal while serving on this Board/Commission/Committee is to be an active voice for students and help ensure that youth perspectives are genuinely considered in decisions that affect their health, education, and overall well-being. I want to continue building on my experience in the Student Wellness Advisory Group and the Tobacco Use Prevention Education and Advocacy Council by contributing thoughtful ideas and helping strengthen programs that support student wellness, mental health, and prevention efforts. I also hope to collaborate with other members to develop initiatives that are realistic, effective, and actually reach young people in meaningful ways. Another goal of mine is to improve communication between youth and decision-makers. I want to help bridge that gap by sharing what students are experiencing day-to-day and bringing those perspectives into discussions in a clear and constructive way.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I’m involved in a few school and county groups where I’ve had the chance to take part in conversations about student wellness, prevention, and school life in general. Through the Student Wellness Advisory Group and the Tobacco Use Prevention Education and Advocacy Council in Santa Clara County, I’ve mainly focused on listening, learning from others, and sharing a student perspective when it’s helpful. A lot of what I do in these spaces is ask questions, give input when needed, and try to understand what issues students are actually facing. At school, I’m part of the Student Advisory Council, where I help bring student feedback to staff and help communicate concerns or suggestions from students.

It’s been a good way to understand how decisions get made and how important it is to make sure student voices are actually heard and considered, not just mentioned. I’m also a Co-Project Director for my school’s American Red Cross club, where I help with organizing service projects and working with a team. It’s mostly about coordination, making sure things get done on time, and helping out where needed so projects run smoothly. Outside of school, I’ve done over 200 hours of volunteering, including at the Gilroy Senior Center and Gilroy Library. At the senior center, I helped with meal service, check-ins, and just spending time with seniors, and at the library I helped organize materials and support events.

These experiences helped me stay consistent with community service and work with different types of people in a respectful way. Overall, I think I’m qualified because I’ve already had experience being part of groups where I listen, contribute when appropriate, and try to represent others honestly. I’m comfortable working with people, staying responsible with commitments, and learning as I go.

I agree.

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Signature
Date 05/14/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/20/2026 4:35 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
Planning Commission
First Name Sean
Last Name Anderson
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Are you a registered voter within
the City of Gilroy?
Yes
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Home
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Driver's License/ID Number
Date of Birth
Last 4 of SSN
Which School Do You Attend? Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 12th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

Golden State Seal Merit Diploma
Outstanding Research Presentation Award from CSUMB
AA Liberal Arts Degree: Natural Sciences
AA Liberal Arts Multiple Subjects Emphasis
Certificate of Achievement: IGETC
Perfect Score English Language Arts SBAC 2017
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

Science Alive: Gavilan College
GECA PTSA school sponsored events: Graduation Reception 2023, 2024, 2025.

Q&A meetings, Back to School Night, Welcome Committee
South County Tail Waggers

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Academic Tutoring
Cashier Clerk at Gilroy Prep School Pop-up Store
Staff Volunteer of Gilroy Little League
Our City Forest Tree Planting
Community Gardens reconstruction
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals while serving on this Committee are to make real improvements in our communities and schools. I want to increase the sense of belonging and community in the GUSD and beyond. Observing from the sidelines for the past few years has been a great experience allowing me to gather knowledge and insight from fellow peers around me. This has propelled me to involve myself in community service, which is something that I intend on continuing if I am accepted to this committee. I am taking my education another step, as I am enrolled at CSUMB for the Fall semester and plan on making connections there to gather more information and opinions on the next steps of this community. I would love to make additional connections with staff and students within the GUSD as I will no longer be a part of this wonderful school district any longer. One of my primary goals while serving on this committee is get people across every single demographic to feel like they belong and that they are included here in Gilroy and beyond. I have noticed that a lot of my peers feel disconnected from the Gilroy community and I'd like to take part in the generation that helped to change that.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I believe that I am most qualified to serve on this Committee because I have learned invaluable skills during my time in high school and have applied them in all aspects of my life. I've learned about leadership and integrity, but I have also learned more niche skills like precision, detail, and working for the greater good. I know what a quality work ethic gains you as well. I have worked tirelessly in my time in K-12 and it has earned me a spot among 71 others in the graduating Class of 2026 at GECA and two associates degrees during my time as a dual-enrolled high school student. I'm qualified because managing my time is essential for sustaining success among a board of other people as I have learned over the years, and I know what role teamwork plays in making an operation run smoothly.

I have applied these and many other skills to group projects in school both high school and college. Teamwork is a universal trait that I have always had a passion for through sports and now academically shifting my focus to building a team to accomplish a common objective.

I agree.

Signature

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Date 05/20/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/18/2026 12:34 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Sienna
Middle Name Rivay
Last Name Teel
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Oakwood Highschool
Grade / School Year: 11th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

Strong writing and public speaking skills (Speech and debate competitor), familiarity with the community and its needs, willingness to listen to others and take their desires for the community into account. After having lived in Gilroy for over a decade, the prosperity and growth of Gilroy is very important to me. Strong organizational skills.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

While I have not previously been directly involved with the Gilroy community services, I have assisted various times at the Eagle ridge holiday events. It has been a joy watching Gilroy become what it is today, and I would love to share and implement some of my own visions for the town, as well having the chance to hear from others who share the same passion.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
Among many other things, I would love to build connections within the community.

Given that it is a small town, it is easy to have only a handful of social circles, and I would greatly enjoy being able to connect with others through a shared cause. I am proud of the growth that Gilroy has experienced over the last decade, and would love to be a direct part of that side of the community. Being a member of this board will be a phenomenal opportunity to see the bits of Gilroy that are seen primarily behind the scenes, and I would love to ultimately make a difference.

Some of my primary goals for Gilroy include seeing that there are various social events for seniors to ensure that they don't feel secluded in their current environment (Likely people from facilities such as Merrill Gardens and other

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Retirement homes) as well as increasing the utilization of bike and hiking trails and optimizing their location (to raise awareness for and improve the overall health of our community).

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am an effective communicator that works well on teams and enjoys collaborative work of any sort. I thrive in new environments, and love to connect with others.

Adding to this, I am bilingual (Spanish) and willing to use this to the advantage of the team in any way possible. I believe that this experience will better various skills useful in my future, and I look forward to hopefully working with you all soon! By clicking on this box, I declare
under penalty of perjury that I am
currently a registered voter within
the City limits of the City of Gilroy
(this does not apply to Youth
Commissioners). Furthermore, I
understand that this application
and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/17/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/15/2026 12:18 AM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Trinity
Middle Name Hannah Noel
Last Name Wagner
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
Alternate Phone Type Mobile
Alternate Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Gilroy Early College Academy Grade / School Year: 9th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I believe that I am fit to be a member of the Gilroy Youth Commission due to my desire to contribute to a better society, my creative mind that is eager to display new ideas, and my skills in communication through presentations and social interactions. I currently maintain a GPA greater than 4.6, which is a representation of my abilities in managing time, completing tasks effectively, and giving deep effort into my activities. Not only am I successful academically, but I am able to balance my workload with extracurricular activities, such as dance. Besides my mind, I believe that my heart is just as suited for this position because I having experience in volunteering, I strive to integrate myself with the members of my community, and I am someone who is delighted to call Gilroy my home. I have been a resident for over ten years, and have attended schools in the Gilroy district since Kindergarten. So for me, Gilroy is more than the place I live. It is the holder of my childhood, and my safe space tomorrow. Overall, yes, I believe these qualifications make me fit for this appointment.

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List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I have contributed over 45 hours of community service from 8th grade to today.

Over fifteen from a program I attended in 8th grade, and around thirty from active participation in assisting schools and nonprofits in 9th grade.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals in joining the Gilroy Youth Commission are to weave together the skills of those around me to create substantial ideas and contributions to our home, develop a positive impact on our community, and bring people together to form memorable and joyful events.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am most qualified to serve in the Youth Commission because I am genuinely passionate about serving, helping, and participating as a member. I am not joining this commission because I am bored, I genuinely intend to leave a lasting impression on my community. This commission is the embodiment of so many of my interests, such as artistic ability, planning and reasoning with others for solutions, and a deep want to be there to help other people around me.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/14/2026
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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/18/2026 4:45 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Tyler
Middle Name John
Last Name Krepick
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Christopher High School
Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I’m a youth that lives in the city of Gilroy and I’m looking to get involved in the community to make a difference.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I volunteered through the Gilroy Parks and Recreation doing summer camps.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
My goals while serving on this board is to have a impact on the community.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I am most qualified to serve on this board because as I am getting older I am looking to participate more in the city and join certain groups that I can learn from and participate in.

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and any attachments are subject
to disclosure under the Public
Records Act and must complete
mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/18/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/20/2026 4:49 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name Violet
Last Name Ramirez
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? South Valley Middle School
Grade / School Year: 7th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:

I like helping the community.

List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

I'm in CJSF(California Junior Scholarship Federation). In CJSF we volunteer in the community.

What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?

1. To help resolve problems in our community.

2. To learn more about how local government works.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
I'm probably not the most qualified as I'm younger and have less experience. I am responsible, curious, willing to learn.

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mandatory Open Government
Ordinance Training. I further
understand that members of the
Planning Commission are also
subject to filing the Fair Political
Practice Commission's Statement
of Economic Interest Form 700
relating to financial disclosures.

Signature
Date 05/20/2026
*All Commission, Board and Committee applications are a public record.

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Boards/Committees/Commissions Application
05/18/2026 4:38 PM (PDT)
Boards/Committees/Commissions Application Form
Board/Committee/Commissions Youth Commission
First Name William
Last Name Purdy
Home Address
City Gilroy
State CA
Zip 95020
Primary Phone Type Mobile
Primary Phone Number
E-mail Address
Date of Birth
Which School Do You Attend? Christopher High School
Grade / School Year: 10th
List your qualifications for this
appointment:
-Earned a scholarship to attend Camp RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awakening) 2026 (1 of 6 CHS students)
-Founder and President of the Asian Student Union at CHS, 2025-present -Club Representative for Photography Club at CHS, 2025-present -Club Representative for Card Club at CHS, 2025-present -1 year of Speech and Debate at CHS, 2025-2026
-1 year of Leadership at CHS, 2024-2025
-ASB Treasurer in 8th grade, 2023-2024
List any service to the community
incluiding any prior appointments:

Volunteered at several events including, but not limited to:
-Gilroy Gardening Group volunteer, 2026
-Gilroy Garlic Festival volunteer, 2025 (currently signed up to volunteer in 2026) -Tree Planting Project at CHS with the Gilroy Rotary Club, 2025 -Gilroy Museum archive sorting volunteer, 2025
-St. Mary’s Spaghetti Dinner volunteer, 2024
-Pack-A-Back volunteer, 2024
-Girl Scouts volunteer, various events 2024-2026
What are your goals while serving
on this
Board/Commission/Committee?
While serving on this committee, my goals are to continue to serve and help improve the community, strengthen my leadership and teamwork skills, build relationships, and leave a lasting positive impact on the community.

Why are you most qualified to
serve on this
I am most qualified to serve on this committee because I am an active young member in the community. I also served on a 13-member Focus Group at CHS,

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Board/Commission/Committee? which provided input and ideas for the Wellness Center. The issues that impact the youth in Gilroy are something I am interested in and concerned about and I want to be a part of the solution.

I agree.

Signature
Date 05/16/2026
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June 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM Page 1 of 11 City Council
Minutes
City of Gilroy
City Council
Draft Minutes
Monday, June 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM

1. SPECIAL MEETING - 5:00 PM

1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 5:04 PM.

2. Roll Call
Attendance Attendee Name
Present Council Member Dion Bracco
Council Member Tom Cline
Council Member Terence Fugazzi
Council Member Zach Hilton
Council Member Carol Marques
Council Member Kelly Ramirez
Mayor Greg Bozzo

3. Appeal Hearing of the Final Decision in the Matter of the Administrative Hearing regarding Business License and Tobacco Retailer's Permit Issued to Account No. 16606725 - The Rock Zone, located at 1323 First Street, Gilroy, California
Attorney Steve Defilippis provided the opening argument for the Appellant.

Captain Luke Powell provided the opening argument for the City of Gilroy.

Attorney Steve Defilippis provided the rebuttal argument for the Appellant.

Captain Luke Powell provided the rebuttal argument for the City of Gilroy.

Motion
Deny Rock Zone's Appeal and suspend their Tobacco Retailer's Permit for one year.

RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Council Member Zach Hilton
SECONDER: Council Member Terence Fugazzi
AYES: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Zach Hilton, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None

2. OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

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3. REGULAR MEETING- 6:00 PM

1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 6:00 PM.

3. City Clerk's Report on Posting the Agenda
City Clerk Kim Mancera reported on the Posting of the Agenda.

4. Pledge of Allegiance
Council Member Hilton led the Pledge of Allegiance.

5. Invocation
Pastor Malcolm McPhail with New Hope Community Church led the Invocation.

6. Orders of the Day
Mayor Bozzo announced that item 8.1 - Public Hearing on Downtown Gilroy Street Banner Policy and Program Guidelines and Fee Schedule Amendment has been continued to the August 3, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting, and moving item

10.1 to be heard after the Consent Calendar.

7. Employee Introductions
City Administrator Matt Morley introduced Police Chief Brandon Sanchez.

Public Works Director John Doughty introduced Engineer I Sebastian Guitron.

4. PRESENTATIONS TO THE COUNCIL

1. PUBLIC COMMENT BY MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ON ITEMS NOT ON THE

AGENDA BUT WITHIN THE SUBJECT MATTER JURISDICTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL
Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 6:17 P.M.

Kelly Larsen - Shared concerns and posed questions surrounding Gilroy's plans for Amazon Data Center.

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Jennifer Paedon - Invited Gilroy residents to an Open House put on by Amazon Web Services. The Open House will give the community a chance to ask questions and get a first hand look at what the Amazon Data Center can and will do for the community.

Rebecca Armendariz - Spoke opposing the planned ICE Detention Center being built near Gilroy.

Armando Benavides - Asked for more transparency regarding the Amazon Web Services Data Center being built in Gilroy and future projects that are similar.

Connie Rogers - Asked for more transparency regarding the Amazon Web Services Data Center being built in Gilroy and future projects that are similar.

Joanne Fierro - Asked for more transparency regarding the Amazon Web Services Data Center being built in Gilroy and future projects that are similar.

Erin O'Brien - Spoke opposing the planned ICE Detention Center being built near Gilroy.

Ashley Castillo - Asked Council to adopt stronger regulations and restrictions for tobacco retailers within the City.

Phillip Garcia - Expressed concerns about handicap parking signs being removed from his property.

With no further speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment.

5. REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS

1. Council Member Bracco – Downtown Committee, Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority, Santa Clara Water Commission, Santa Clara Valley Water Joint Water Resources Committee, SCRWA
Council Member Fugazzi – Santa Clara Water Commission (alternate), Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability Authority Board (alternate), SCRWA, Visit Gilroy California Welcome Center, VTA Mobility Partnership Committee Council Member Marques – ABAG, Downtown Committee, Santa Clara County Library Joint Powers Authority (alternate), Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency Governing Board, Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency Implementation Board, SCRWA (alternate)
Council Member Hilton – CalTrain Policy Group, Santa Clara County Expressway Plan 2040 Advisory Board (alternate), Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority JPA Board, South County Youth Task Force Policy Team, VTA Policy Advisory Committee
Council Member Ramirez – ABAG (alternate), Gilroy Gardens Board of

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Directors (alternate), Gilroy Sister Cities, Gilroy Youth Task Force (alternate), SCRWA, Santa Clara Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee
Council Member Cline – CalTrain Policy Group (alternate), Gilroy Sister Cities (alternate), Gilroy Youth Task Force, Santa Clara County Expressway Plan 2040 Advisory Board, Silicon Valley Clean Energy Authority JPA Board (alternate), Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability Authority Board, Visit Gilroy California Welcome Center (alternate), VTA Mobility Partnership Committee, VTA Policy Advisory Committee (alternate)
Mayor Bozzo – Gilroy Gardens Board of Directors, Santa Clara Valley Water Joint Water Resources Committee, South County Youth Task Force Policy Team, VTA Board of Directors (alternate), Santa Clara Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee (alternate)
Council Member Bracco - No report.

Council Member Fugazzi - Provided updates from Visit Gilroy.

Council Member Marques - Reported on her tour of Anderson Dam with Valley Water.

Council Member Hilton - No report.

Council Member Ramirez - Acknowledged city staff for holding a Developer Roundtable and for also holding their second Town Hall in Downtown and shared that many members of the community were very appreciative of the staff's efforts.

She acknowledged the local heroes who were honored at the Exchange Club's Blue and Gold Luncheon. She also gave praise to the Public Works Department for their successful Open House event. She reported from the Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency meeting and provided updates. Lastly, she reported how pleased she was with Gilroy's new Farmers Market held in the parking lot off of 7th and Eigleberry and also encouraged the city electeds and city staff to attend the City Association Annual Picnic.

Council Member Cline - Reported that he Chaired the BTA Mobility Partnership Committee meeting and attended the Visit Gilroy's California Welcome Center board meeting as an alternate. Lastly, he reported that he Chaired the Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability Authority board meeting and provided an update.

Mayor Bozzo - Provided updates from the Valley Transportation Authority and also gave praise to the Public Works Department for being proactive in maintaining trees that were previously affected by Elm Leaf Beetles.

6. BOARD AND COMMISSION INTERVIEWS

1. Interviews for Open Seats on the Youth Commission with Future Appointment on June 15, 2026

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City Clerk Kim Mancera proceeded with the interviews and appointments.

The following applicants were interviewed for the Youth Commission.

Mia Gibson
Abigail Nguyen
Asztryd Bolanos
Cormac Stumpf
Jaxson Liu
Jeremy Vu
Kacie Walker
Lizeth Gomez Rodriguez
Robert Gareev
Sarah Issac
William Purdy
Council will appoint a total of five commissioners during the June 15th City Council Meeting.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 6:55 P.M.

Michelle Nelson - Spoke in support of adopting the resolution from item 7.9.

Arcelia O'Connor - Spoke in support of adopting the resolution from item 7.9.

Jan Guffey - Shared facts surrounding ICE Detention Facilities throughout the country.

Armando Benavides - Spoke in support of adopting the resolution from item 7.9.

Edwin Salazar - Expressed concerns about how he believes an ICE Detention Facility would affect the community within Gilroy.

Cinthia Garcia Benitez - Spoke opposing an ICE Detention Facility being built near Gilroy.

Yuli Abundis - Expressed concerns about how she believes an ICE Detention Facility would affect the community within Gilroy.

Nazli Marquez - Spoke opposing an ICE Detention Facility being built near Gilroy.

Yvette Gasca - Spoke in support of adopting the resolution from item 7.9.

Gabriel Uribe - Expressed concerns about how he believes an ICE Detention Facility would affect the community within Gilroy.

Ron Kirkish - Spoke in opposition of adopting the resolution from item 7.9.

Batman of San Jose - Spoke opposing an ICE Detention Facility being built near Gilroy.

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Bill O'Connor - Spoke in support of adopting the resolution from item 7.9.

Lillian Silva - Spoke in support of Item 7.6.

Lisa Marques - Supports the funding of drug education.

With no further speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment.

Motion
Approve the consent calendar.

RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
SECONDER: Council Member Tom Cline
AYES: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Zach Hilton, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo NAYS: None
ABSENT: None

1. Approve the May 18, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes

2. Contract Amendment with Jensen Landscape Services, Inc. under the Existing Multi-Year Agreement (Year 2 of 3) for a One-Time Landscaping Scope, Enhancements, and Weed Abatement Services, establishing a Revised Year Two Not-to-Exceed Amount of $1,189,295

3. Claim of Saileel Vijaykar (The City Administrator recommends a "yes" vote under the Consent Calendar shall constitute denial of the claim)

4. Claim of Lisa & Joel Neilsen (The City Administrator recommends a "yes" vote under the Consent Calendar shall constitute denial of the claim)

5. Claim of Rebecca Beyer (The City Administrator recommends a "yes" vote under the Consent Calendar shall constitute denial of the claim)

6. Consent to the Assignment of the Carry the Vision Opioid Remediation Services Agreement to PitStop Outreach

7. Consent the Appointment of Arts and Culture Commissioner to Fill the Remainder of a Term Ending 12/31/2027

8. Consent the City Administrator's Recommendation to Appoint Michael O'Connell to the Department Head Position of Interim Utilities Director

9. Adopt a Resolution Opposing the Development of a Federal Detention Facility in South Santa Clara County

10. INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS

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Minutes

1. Consider Re-opening Wayland and Hanna Parking Lots at Las Animas Veterans Park
The meeting recessed at 7:12 P.M. and reconvened at 7:22 P.M.

Public Works Director John Doughty provided a presentation and report.

Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 7:44 P.M.

Carla Ruigh - Urged Council to reopen the parking lots and to view the park as a community asset.

Dennis Bolger - Supports keeping the parking lots closed.

Joe Pagoaga - Supports keeping the parking lots closed.

Shannon Glasper - Supports keeping the parking lots closed.

Skip Bloom - Supports keeping the parking lots closed.

Jaxson Pope Liu - Supports keeping the parking lots closed.

Ron Kirkish - Asked Council to seek a middle ground where the gates can be opened and the concerns for safety within the neighborhoods can be addressed.

Araceli Vaquera - Shared her expectations for Council should they vote to reopen the parking lots.

Alicia - Supports keeping the parking lots closed.

With no further speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment.

Motion
Approve the reopening of the Wayland and Hanna parking lots on a trial basis on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. with re-evaluation from staff back to Council in three months.

RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Council Member Carol Marques
SECONDER: Council Member Terence Fugazzi
AYES: Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo
NAYS: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Zach Hilton
ABSENT: None

8. PUBLIC HEARINGS

1. Public Hearing on Downtown Gilroy Street Banner Policy and Program Guidelines and Fee Schedule Amendment

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Mayor Bozzo announced that Item 8.1 had been continued to the August 3rd, 2026 City Council meeting.

2. Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 30, Article II and XIX of the Gilroy City Code, Relating to Tobacco Retailers and Smoke Shops
Planning Manager Michael Fossati provided a presentation and report.

Mayor Bozzo opened the public hearing at 8:29 P.M.

Bryan Lam - Expressed concerns pertaining to the language within the amended ordinance.

Maya Rivera Reyes - Spoke in support of stronger restrictions on flavored tobacco products.

Ezra Mersha - Spoke in support of stronger restrictions on flavored tobacco products.

Leo - Spoke in support of stronger restrictions on flavored tobacco products.

With no further speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed the public hearing.

Motion
Table item 8.2.

RESULT: Passed
MOVER: Council Member Terence Fugazzi
SECONDER: Council Member Zach Hilton
AYES: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Zach Hilton, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo
NAYS: None
ABSENT: None

9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

1. Council Direction on a Draft Ordinance Amending Chapter 13 of the Gilroy City Code Relating to Tobacco Retailer Permits
Deputy Director of Community Development Bryce Atkins gave a presentation and report.

Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 8:57 P.M.

Alina & Emily - Spoke in support of stronger restrictions on flavored tobacco products.

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Joanna Corona - Spoke in support of stronger restrictions on flavored tobacco products.

Bryan Lam - Shared an example illustrating how vague and non-specific language within tobacco retailer permits can put business owners at a disadvantage when it comes to the value of their business.

Alicia - Expressed concerns pertaining to the Public Hearing that was held earlier in the day.

Ron Kirkish - Shared how cigarettes often play a role in starting accidental fires.

With no further speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment.

Report received.

Direction was provided to staff to extend the emergency ordinance prohibiting new permits and to bring back the draft ordinance with additional language defining youth centers, near which these shops will be prohibited, and a map showing the impact of buffer zones with the youth centers.

2. Receive an Update and Provide Direction on Campaign Finance Laws, including Contribution Limits and Voluntary Expenditure Limits Assistant City Administrator Harjot Sangha provided a presentation and report.

Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 9:26 P.M.

With no speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment.

Report received.

Direction was provided to staff to maintain the contribution limits at $750, maintain the current voluntary expenditure limits at $1 per resident for the at-large mayor seat, and set the district candidate's voluntary expenditure limits at $25,000 per district.

3. Council Discussion and Adoption of a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Placing a Ballot Measure Proposal to Add a 0.25% Dedicated Public Safety Special Transactions and Use Tax at the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Elections
Assistant City Administrator Harjot Sangha provided a presentation and report.

Mayor Bozzo opened public comment at 10:06 P.M.

Greg Felios - Asked to connect with the community to see what they would like to see regarding public safety.

Jeff MacPhail - Shared the struggles that the Gilroy Fire Department is facing with

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being understaffed and shared his support of the ballot measure.

Ann Marie McCauley - Expressed that she is for the tax measure but believes Council will have a hard time getting the community's support.

With no further speakers, Mayor Bozzo closed public comment.

Motion
Adopt a resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Gilroy, at the November 3, 2026, general municipal election previously called by Resolution No. 2026-29, a ballot measure to add Article V, sections 22.33 through and including 22.48 to Chapter 22 of the Gilroy City Code imposing a 0.25% (one-quarter of one percent) public safety special transactions and use tax with citizen oversight.

RESULT: Failed
MOVER: Council Member Kelly Ramirez
SECONDER: Council Member Tom Cline
AYES: Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo
NAYS: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Zach Hilton
ABSENT: None

11. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORTS
No report.

12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS
No report.

13. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Andy Faber announced the closed session items.

City Attorney Andy Faber opened public comment at 10:34 P.M.

With no speakers, City Attorney Andy Faber closed public comment.

Motion
Remain in closed session
RESULT: Passed
MOVER: None
SECONDER: None
AYES: Council Member Dion Bracco, Council Member Tom Cline, Council Member Terence Fugazzi, Council Member Carol Marques, Council Member Kelly Ramirez, Mayor Greg Bozzo
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Council Member Zach Hilton

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1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNITS Pursuant to GC Section 54957.6 and GCC Section 17 A.11 (4) Collective Bargaining Units: AFSCME Local 101 (General & Supervisory Units) Representing Employees Affiliated with AFSCME, Local 101; Local 2805, IAFF Fire Unit Representing Gilroy Firefighters
City Negotiators: Matt Morley, City Administrator; LeeAnn McPhillips, Human Resources Director/Risk Manager
Anticipated lssues(s) Under Negotiation: Wages, Hours, Benefits, Working Conditions; Memorandums of Understanding: City of Gilroy and Gilroy Fire Fighters Local 2805, City of Gilroy and AFSCME, Local 101 General & Supervisory Units

2. Public Employee Appointment/Employment Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 and Gilroy City Code Section 17A.11(2)
Name/Title: Human Resources Director/Risk Manager

3. Public Employee Appointment/Employment Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 and Gilroy City Code Section 17A.11(2)
Name/Title: Utilities Director

14. ADJOURN TO OPEN SESSION
There was no reportable action from the closed session.

15. ADJOURNMENT
With no additional business before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:13 P.M I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gilroy on XXXXXXX, 20XX.

Kim Mancera
City Clerk

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City of Gilroy
City Council
DRAFT
Minutes
Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 9:30 AM

1. OPENING

1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bozzo at 9:34 AM.

2. Roll Call

2. COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR

1. - Gilroy Blue Skies Initiative
- Responsible use of fireworks

3. ADJOURNMENT
The Coffee with the Mayor event was adjourned at 10:45 AM.

I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing minutes were duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gilroy on XXXXXXX, 20XX.

Kim Mancera
City Clerk

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City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Adopt a Resolution Setting the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Community Development
Submitted by: Sharon Goei, Community Development Director Prepared by: Jonathan Crick, Fire Marshal
STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Ensure Neighborhood Equity from City Services

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy setting the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee at $18,925.32 in accordance with Assembly Bill 1403.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In accordance with Assembly Bill (AB) 1403, the City of Gilroy may charge fireworksrelated fees totaling up to seven percent (7%) of the reported gross sales. The fireworks-related fee is comprised of the fireworks booth permit fees, storage yard permit fee, and the Fireworks Service Fee. For 2025, the “safe and sane” wholesale fireworks vendor, TNT Fireworks, reported $454,976.00 in gross sales, establishing a maximum allowable total fee of $31,848.32. Staff recommends setting the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee at $18,925.32, since the permit fees total $12,923.00 (consisting of $12,450.00 fireworks booth permit fees and $473.00 storage yard permit fee). The Fireworks Service Fee will support public education and awareness campaigns, additional public safety staffing to enforce the provisions of the City Code, and fire suppression efforts that are directly related to safe and sane fireworks.

BACKGROUND

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The City of Gilroy regulates the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks under Gilroy City Code Chapter 10A. The City Code establishes a limit of up to 16 booth permits for non-profit organizations. The safe and sane wholesale fireworks vendor monitors the existing organizations and manages any potential new applicants for a fireworks booth permit as permits become available. There are 15 fireworks booths for 2026. Safe and sane fireworks may be sold in Gilroy from July 1 at 9 AM to July 4 at 10 PM in accordance with the Gilroy City Code.

The methodology for determining the Fireworks Service Fee is based on AB 1403, which became effective January 1, 2024. AB 1403 provides guidance regarding public safety, fireworks enforcement, and fireworks funding. AB 1403 allows a city to charge a fee to help offset the actual and reasonable costs incurred by the City for processing and issuing permits, inspecting fireworks stands, conducting public education and awareness campaigns on fireworks safety, enforcing the provisions of the City Code, and fire operation and suppression efforts that are directly related to safe and sane fireworks. AB 1403 also states that the pro rata share of the cost may not exceed seven percent (7%) of the gross sales of the fireworks sold in the city during the applicable period.

ANALYSIS
The safe and sane wholesale fireworks vendor, TNT Fireworks, reported a total 2025 gross sales in Gilroy of $454,976.00. In accordance with AB 1403, the total amount the City may charge for combined fireworks-related fees in 2026 is seven percent (7%) of the gross sales, which is $31,848.32.
2026 Safe and Sane Fireworks related permit fees for TNT Fireworks are as follows:
• Fireworks Booth Permit Fee: $830.00 per booth × 15 booths = $12,450.00 • Fireworks Storage Yard Permit Fee: $473.00 for one storage yard • Total permit fees: $12,450.00 + $473.00 = $12,923.00
To comply with the seven percent (7%) cap under AB 1403, the Fireworks Service Fee is calculated by deducting the total permit fees from the 7% of gross sales maximum, as follows: $31,848.32 − $12,923.00 = $18,925.32.

Staff recommends setting the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee at $18,925.32. The attached Resolution is to adopt the Fireworks Service Fee for implementing the 2026 fireworks mitigation activities.

ALTERNATIVES

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The City Council could choose not to adopt a resolution setting the Fireworks Service Fee. Without this fee, enforcement and mitigation efforts will require General Fund support. Staff does not recommend this option.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
Adopting the proposed Fireworks Service Fee will help offset City costs associated with additional public safety staffing to enforce the provisions of the City Code, public education and awareness campaigns, and suppression efforts that are directly related to safe and sane fireworks.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
If and when adopted, community engagement efforts will be undertaken to conduct public education and awareness campaigns in Gilroy through direct mailings, social media publications, and public postings between the adoption and the July 4th holiday.

NEXT STEPS
If approved, staff would implement the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee and fireworks mitigation activities.

Attachments:

1. Draft Resolution for 2026 Fireworks Service Fee

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GILROY SETTING THE 2026 FIREWORKS SERVICE
FEE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 1403
WHEREAS, the City of Gilroy regulates the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks under Chapter 10A of the Gilroy City Code; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill (AB) 1403, effective January 1, 2024, authorizes cities to require a fee to offset the actual and reasonable costs associated with the regulation and enforcement of fireworks sales and use; and
WHEREAS, AB 1403 establishes that the total of all fireworks-related fees charged by a city shall not exceed seven percent (7%) of the gross sales of fireworks sold in the city during the applicable period; and
WHEREAS, TNT Fireworks, the wholesale safe and sane fireworks vendor in the City of Gilroy, reported gross sales of $454,976.00 for the 2025 sales period; and WHEREAS, seven percent (7%) of the reported gross sales is $31,848.32, which represents the maximum allowable total of fireworks-related fees under AB 1403; and WHEREAS, the City has assessed and collected $12,923.00 in fireworks-related permit fees, which includes $12,450.00 in booth permit fees and $473.00 in storage yard permit fees; and
WHEREAS, the Fireworks Service Fee is the difference between the maximum allowable total fee and the permit fees, totaling $18,925.32; and WHEREAS, the Fireworks Service Fee will be used to support fireworks mitigation activities, such as public education, public safety staffing for enforcement of City Code, and fire suppression efforts directly related to the use of safe and sane fireworks.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Gilroy hereby sets the 2026 Fireworks Service Fee at $18,925.32, in accordance with AB 1403 and the reported gross fireworks sales for 2025 from TNT Fireworks, and directs staff to implement the fireworks mitigation activities.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June 2026 by the following roll call vote:

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Resolution No. 2026-XX
2026 Fireworks Service Fee
City Council Regular Meeting | June 15, 2026

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AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

APPROVED:

______________________________
Greg Bozzo, Mayor
ATTEST:

Kim Mancera, City Clerk

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Resolution No. 2026-XX
2026 Fireworks Service Fee
City Council Regular Meeting | June 15, 2026

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CERTIFICATE OF THE CLERK
I, KIM MANCERA, City Clerk of the City of Gilroy, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2026-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City Resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Gilroy at a Regular Meeting of said held on Council held Monday, June 15, 2026, with a quorum present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Official Seal of the City of Gilroy this Date.
____________________________________
Kim Mancera
City Clerk of the City of Gilroy
(Seal)

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6.3. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Claim of John Ganzel (The City Administrator recommends a "yes" vote under the Consent Calendar shall constitute
denial of the claim)
Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Human Resources/Risk Management
Submitted by: LeeAnn McPhillips, Interim Human Resources Director/Risk Manager.

Prepared by: LeeAnn McPhillips, Interim Human Resources Director/Risk Manager.

STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Not Applicable

RECOMMENDATION
Based on the recommendation from the Municipal Pooling Authority (MPA) and/or legal counsel, this claim is recommended for rejection.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Based on the recommendation from the Municipal Pooling Authority (MPA) and/or legal counsel, the following claim is submitted to the City Council for rejection at the June 15, 2026 meeting:
• Claim of John Ganzel

BACKGROUND
n/a

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6.3. ANALYSIS
n/a

ALTERNATIVES
n/a

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
n/a

PUBLIC OUTREACH
n/a

NEXT STEPS
n/a
Attachments:

1. Claim of John Ganzel

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6.4. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Reduced Speed Limits on Specific Designated Streets in School Zones and Approaching School Zones to 15 Miles Per Hour and 20 Miles Per Hour
Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Public Works
Submitted by: John Doughty, Public Works Director
Prepared by: Nisha Patel, City Engineer
STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Not Applicable

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution Reducing Speed Limits on Specific Designated Streets in School Zones and Approaching School Zones to 15 mph and 20 mph.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Assembly Bill 382 was adopted by the California Legislature and signed into law by Governor Newsom in late 2025 and became effective on January 1, 2026. AB 382 provides the City Council the opportunity to reduce speed limits in school zones from 25 miles per hour (mph) to 15 or 20 miles per hour in advance of a January 1, 2031 mandate.

At their May 18, 2026 meeting, the City Council approved an ordinance amending the City municipal code allowing to reduce prima facie speed limits in school zones from 25 mph to 15 mph or 20 mph per the assembly bill. The City’s consultant traffic engineer performed a traffic study for the fourteen public school sites and the two major private school sites. They have determined the speed limits for many street segments can be reduced to 15 mph or 20 mph. Staff is requesting approval of lowering speed limits on selected street segments.

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6.4. BACKGROUND
Until recently, California law established a prima facie speed limit of 25 miles per hour (mph) when approaching or passing a school building or school grounds that are contiguous to or not separated from a highway (AKA street or roadway). The City was permitted to reduce this limit only when supported by an engineering and traffic survey.

Assembly Bill (AB) 382, signed into law on October 10, 2025, and effective as of January 1, 2026, significantly revises these rules. The bill authorizes local agencies, by ordinance or resolution, to establish reduced school zone speed limits without requiring an engineering and traffic survey. AB 382 standardizes and lowers the default statewide school-zone speed limit (to 20 mph), expands flexibility for localities (15 mph or 25 mph buffer zones), and clarifies “school zone” boundaries and “children present” rules – simplifying and strengthening pedestrian safety protections around schools.

School area speed limits formerly applied to roadways “when approaching or passing a school building or the grounds thereof, contiguous to a highway and posted with a standard “SCHOOL” warning sign” and has been simplified by AB382. A “school zone” is now defined as any area within 500 feet of school grounds in any direction, unless otherwise posted.

On May 18, 2026, the City Council approved an ordinance amending the City's municipal code to allow the setting of prima facie speed limits in school zones from 25 mph to 15 mph or 20 mph, per the Assembly Bill.

At the May 18, 2026, meeting, staff indicated that work would be limited to public school sites initially. Staff was able to add Saint Mary School and Pacific Point Christian Elementary School to the consultant report as both schools abutted public school zones. Staff's intention is to include new signage installation for the two private schools analyzed.

ANALYSIS
Assembly Bill 382 amended section 22352.5 of the California Vehicle Code as of January 1, 2026, to allow local governments to reduce speed limits in school zones to 20 miles per hour (mph). AB 382 defines “school zone” as any segment of highway within 500 feet of a school’s grounds (unless otherwise posted), giving clearer and uniform spatial boundaries. Effective January 1, 2031, or when approved by resolution or ordinance by a local government before that date, the standard prima facie speed limit of 25 mph when school children are present, should now be posted at 20 mph when accompanied by one of the following signs: (1) when school children are present, (2) when beacons are flashing, or (3) during designated hours around school times Assembly Bill 382 amended section 22358.4 of the California Vehicle Code as of January 1, 2026, to allow local governments to establish a 15 miles per hour (mph)

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6.4. prima facie speed limit by local resolution in: qualifying school zones in a residence district; on a two-lane roadway; and with a posted speed limit of 30 mph or slower.

The City’s consultant Traffic Engineer has identified 46 street segments that qualify for the 15-mph prima facie speed limit under section 22358.4 of the California Vehicle Code and 22 street segments that qualify for the 20-mph prima facie speed limit under section 22352.2 of the California Vehicle Code. There are several arterial streets that are recommended for reduction to 20 mph. These streets include segments of Santa Teresa Boulevard, Monterey Street, and First Street.

Staff has evaluated the recommendations and made some minor adjustments. The final recommended street segments and speed limits are included in the Resolution attached to this report. The segments are grouped by the applicable school zone. The list of segments can be amended or added to by resolution of the City Council as may be necessary in the future.

ALTERNATIVES
The City Council could choose not to approve the resolution lowering speed limits in designated school areas. This alternative is not recommended as the community has actively sought and the City Council previously committed to implementing improvements which are likely to result in reduction of accidents near schools involving pedestrian, bicyclist, and motorist.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
On April 20, 2026, the City Council approved to amend the budget of the Citywide Safety Improvements Project (No. 801120) to provide for additional funding for the installation or replacement of signs for lowering of speed limits around schools. No additional funding beyond what has been approved for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027 is anticipated.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
The City has initiated a public information campaign to let community members know of the proposal to reduce speed limits near school sites. Staff has conveyed the information to Gilroy Unified School District (GUSD) staff as well.

NEXT STEPS
If Council adopts the resolution establishing reduced prima facie speed limits in school zones and approaching school zones, the City will work with our on-call traffic signage and striping contractor, Chrisp, to have the new signage installed prior to the first day of the upcoming GUSD school year, August 19th. The City Streets crew may supplement

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6.4. the work of Chrisp to help the deadline to be met.

Attachments:

1. Resolution

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY

ESTABLISHING REDUCED PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS IN SCHOOL ZONES AND

APPROACHING SCHOOL ZONES PURSUANT TO VEHICLE CODE SECTIONS 22358.4 AND SECTION 22352.2
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill (AB) 382, signed into law on October 10, 2025, and effective as of January 1, 2026 authorizes local agencies, by ordinance or resolution, to establish reduced school zone speed limits without requiring an engineering and traffic survey, and WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 382 standardizes and lowers the default statewide schoolzone speed limit (to 20 mph), expands flexibility for localities (15 mph or 25 mph buffer zones), and clarifies “school zone” boundaries and “children present” rules – simplifying and strengthening pedestrian safety protections around schools; and WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 382 amended section 22358.4 of the California Vehicle Code as of January 1, 2026, to allow local governments to establish a 15 miles per hour (mph) prima facie speed limit by local resolution in: qualifying school zones in a residence district; on a twolane roadway; and with a posted speed limit of 30 mph or slower; and WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 382 also amended section 22352.5 of the California Vehicle Code as of January 1, 2026, to allow local governments to reduce speed limits in school zones to 20 miles per hour (mph), where “school zone” is defined as any segment of highway within 500 feet of a school’s grounds (unless otherwise posted); and WHEREAS, effective January 1, 2031, or when approved by resolution or ordinance by a local government before that date, the standard prima facie speed limit of 25 mph when school children are present, should now be posted at 20 mph when accompanied by one of the following signs: (1) when school children are present, (2) when beacons are flashing, or (3) during designated hours around school times; and
WHEREAS, Section 15.11 of the Gilroy City Code describes City Council procedures for establishing speed limits on City streets. Notably, except as provided specifically by the California Vehicle Code, speed limits can only be changed by Council resolution based upon an engineering and traffic analysis; and
WHEREAS, City Council adopted an Ordinance amending Section 15.11 of the Gilroy City Code to include vehicle code section 22358 et. seq.; and WHEREAS, the Ordinance amendment allows the City Council to set lower prima facie speed limit of 15 mph or 20 mph under Assembly Bill 382 by Resolution.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Gilroy hereby adopt lower Prima Facie speed limits as follows:

1. Christopher High School Site

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a. Santa Teresa Blvd (Day Road East to Day Road) - Speed Limit 20 mph b. Day Road (Santa Teresa Blvd to Puma Way) - Speed Limit 20 mph c. Cougar Court (Day Road to Day Road East) - Speed Limit 20 mph

2. Gilroy High School Site
a. West 10th Street (Glenview Dr to Uvas Parkway) - Speed Limit 20 mph b. Princevalle Street (West 10th Street to Imperial Drive) - Speed Limit 20 mph c. Princevalle Street (West 10th Street to West 9th Street) - Speed Limit 15mph d. Orchard Drive (Chesapeake Place to West 10th Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph e. West 9th Street (West 9th Street to West 10th Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph

3. Mount Madonna Continuation High School/ Antonio del Buono Preschool Site a. Wren Avenue (120’ north of Vickery to 400’ south of Farrell Avenue) - Speed Limit 20 mph
b. Farrell Avenue (Wren Avenue to 200’ east of Church Street) - Speed Limit 20 mph
c. Church Street (200’ north of Trimble to Bennett Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph

4. Ascension Solorsano Middle School Site
a. Club Drive (Lico Drive to Grenache Way) - Speed Limit 20 mph b. Grenache Way (Club Drive to Syrah Drive) – Public Street - Speed Limit 20 mph c. Grenache Way (Syrah Drive to Castlewood Place) – Private Street - Speed Limit 20 mph
d. Syrah Drive (Grenache Way to 400-feet south of Castlewood Place) - Speed Limit 20 mph

5. Brownell Middle School Site
a. First Street (Wayland Lane to Rosanna Street) - Speed Limit 20 mph (subject to approval by Caltrans)
b. Carmel Street (First Street to 450’ south of 3rd Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph c. Carmel Street (First Street to Broadway) – Speed Limit 15 mph

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d. Hanna Street (Broadway to 400’south of 3rd Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph e. 2
nd Street (Princevalle Street to Carmel Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph f. 2
nd Street Hanna Street to Rosanna Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph g. 3
rd Street (Princevalle Street to Rosanna Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph h. Dowdy Street (3rd Street to 450’ south of 3rd Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph

6. South Valley Middle School/ Gilroy Prep School Site
a. Murray Avenue (500’ north of Adamas Court and 450’ south of IOOF Avenue) - Speed Limit 20 mph
b. IOOF Avenue (Monterey Street to easterly terminus) - Speed Limit 15 mph c. Forest Street (IOOF Avenue to Walnut Lane) - Speed Limit 15 mph

7. Eliot Elementary School Site
a. Old Gilroy Street (Forest Street to East Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph b. Chestnut Street (500’ south of Old Gilroy Street to 500’ north of East 7th Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph
c. East 7th Street (Forest Street to easterly terminus) - Speed Limit 15 mph d. Maple Street (East 7th Street to 500’ north of east 7th Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph

8. El Roble Elementary School Site
a. Third Street (Perrelli Street to 400’ west of Wren Avenue - Speed Limit 20 mph b. Wren Avenue (Byers Street to 400’ north of 3rd Street) - Speed Limit 20 mph c. Santa Theresa Drive (400’ north of 3rd Street to 400’ south of 4th Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph
d. 4
th Street (Santa Teresa Drive to Perrelli Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph

9. Glen View Elementary School Site
a. Princevalle (Fairview Drive to Lexington Place) - Speed Limit 15 mph b. Carmel Street (West 8th Street to 400’ north of West 8th Street - Speed Limit 15 mph

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c. Dowdy Street (West 8th Street to 400’ north of West 8th Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph
d. Hanna Street (West 10th Street to 400’ north of West 8th Street) -Speed Limit 15 mph
e. West 8th Street (Trenton Place to Rosanna Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph f. West 9th Street (400’ west of Princevalle to Rosanna Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph

10. Las Animas Elementary School Site
a. Luchessa Avenue (400’ west of Cimino Street to 400’ east of Greenfield Drive) Speed Limit 20 mph
b. Greenfield Drive (400’ north of Charles Lux Drive to 400’south of Luchessa Avenue) - Speed Limit 15 mph
c. Charles Lux Drive (270’ west of Lopez Way to Greenfield Drive) -Speed Limit 20 mph
d. Cimino Street (Charles Lux Drive to Luchessa Avenue) – Public Street - Speed Limit 20 mph
e. Cimino Street (Luchessa Avenue to Viognier Way) – Private Street - Speed Limit 20 mph
f. Lopez Way (Bonino Way to Charles Lux Drive) – Private Street - Speed Limit 15 mph
g. Lopez Way (Charles Lux Drive to 100’ north of Marsanne Lane) – Public Street - Speed Limit 20 mph

11. Luigi Aprea Elementary School Site
a. Calle Del Rey (Pheasant Drive to Partridge Drive) - Speed Limit 15 mph b. Red Hawk Drive (Mockingbird Lane to Calle Del Rey) - Speed Limit 15 mph c. Mockingbird Lane (Pheasant Drive to Red Hawk Drive) – Speed Limit 15 mph d. Lerma Lane (Calle Del Rey to San Juan Court) – Private Street - Speed Limit 15 mph

12. Rod Kelly Elementary School/ Gilroy Adult Education Center Site a. Hirasaki Court (Manteilli Drive to southerly terminus) – Speed Limit 15 mph

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b. Kern Avenue (Mantelli to Birch Place) - Speed Limit 15 mph c. Culp Drive (Kern Avenue to Hoesch Way) - Speed Limit 15 mph d. Howard Avenue (Violet Way to Culp Drive) - Speed Limit 15 mph

13. Pacific Point Christian Elementary School (Private) a. Mantelli Drive (400 west of Calle del Rey to 300 east of Calle del Rey) - Speed Limit 15 mph
b. Calle Del Rey (Mantelli Drive to Partridge Drive) - Speed Limit 15 mph

14. Saint Mary School (Private)
a. Church Street (400’ south of First Street to Howson Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph b. Gurries Drive (400’ west of Church to Church Street) - Speed Limit 15 mph c. Monterey Street (Howson Street to First Street) - Speed Limit 20 mph (subject to approval by Caltrans)
d. Monterey Street (400’ south of First Street to First Street) - Speed Limit 20 mph e. First Street (Monterey Street to Rosanna Street)-Speed Limit 20 mph (subject to approval by Caltrans)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council Hereby establishes reduced prima facie speed limits in school zones and approaching school zones pursuant to vehicle code sections 22358.4 and 22352.2.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June 2026 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

APPROVED:
___________________
Greg Bozzo, Mayor
ATTEST:

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_______________________
Kim Mancera, City Clerk

CERTIFICATE OF THE CLERK
I, KIM MANCERA, City Clerk of the City of Gilroy, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2026-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City Resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Gilroy at a Regular Meeting of said Council held on Monday, Date, with a quorum present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Official Seal of the City of Gilroy this Tuesday, XXXXX
____________________________________
Kim Mancera
City Clerk of the City of Gilroy

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6.5. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Approve an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Gilroy Chamber of Commerce for Programs
Supporting Workforce Development and Business Retention, Expansion, and Attraction, and Adopt a Budget Amendment Resolution
Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Economic Development
Submitted by: Raissa de la Rosa, Economic Development Director Prepared by: Raissa de la Rosa, Economic Development Director STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Promote Economic Development Activities

RECOMMENDATION

1. Approve an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce for programs supporting workforce development and business retention, expansion, and attraction, for an amount not to exceed $109,227.

2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In August 2022, the City Council approved a five-year agreement with the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce for marketing and economic development services at $50,000 per year, with annual adjustments based on the prior calendar year's CPI beginning in July 2023. The agreement was structured as a reimbursement-based contract with specific allocations assigned to distinct funding categories. Between FY 2023 and FY 2026 to date, $213,781 had been budgeted under the agreement, and $47,594 has been disbursed. City and Chamber staff are working together to support the development and implementation of economic development programs by more fully

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6.5. utilizing the budgeted funds and strengthening collaborations.

BACKGROUND
Beginning in 2021 with the hiring of a dedicated economic development staff member, and continuing in 2026 with the establishment of the Economic Development Department and hiring of a department director, the Council's organizational investments have strengthened the City's ability to manage and implement economic development activities previously performed by the Gilroy Economic Development Corporation. During this time of transition, the City benefited from partnerships with private sector organizations, most consistently through the contract with the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce. As the City's internal capacity has expanded and the economic development landscape has evolved, staff and Chamber leadership have identified opportunities to update the agreement to better align responsibilities, streamline processes, and more effectively leverage the remaining budgeted funds in support of shared economic development goals.

Under the five-year 2022 Chamber agreement, a cumulative $213,781 has been budgeted to date, with $47,594 disbursed under the current reimbursement-based structure. A breakdown of the yearly budget to disbursement is as follows:

Year Budget Expended Released Back to GF Remaining
Amount
FY 23 $50,000 $0 $50,000
FY 24 $52,799 $6,045 $46,754
FY 25 $54,735 $37,057 $17,678
FY 26 $56,247 $4,492 -- $51,755
FY 27 $57,472 -- -- $57,472
TOTALS $271,253
(FY23 through FY26 =
$213,781)
$47,594 $114,432 $109,227
An additional relevant component to the agreement's history is the Chamber's former operation of a political advocacy arm known as GilPAC. Under the current Executive Director and Board of Directors, the GilPAC has been dissolved and the Chamber no longer has a political advocacy group.

ANALYSIS
By aligning responsibilities, expanding capacity, and maintaining clear boundaries, the amended agreement supports a balanced public-private partnership that enhances the City's ability to promote economic vitality and meet the evolving needs of the Gilroy business community.

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6.5. While the establishment of the Economic Development Department has significantly strengthened the City's internal capacity, the growth in scope and complexity of the Department's functions requires sustained outreach, private-sector connectivity, and operational flexibility that can be well served through strategic partnerships. The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce is well positioned to help extend the City's reach, supplement staffing capacity, and provide timely responsiveness to emerging opportunities and issues. Their relationships with local businesses, educational institutions, and industry groups enable it to perform activities that complement the City's role and relationships, particularly in areas requiring daily engagement with employers, participation in industry networks, and rapid coordination across sectors. The proposed scope of work reflects these needs by focusing on core activities that directly support the City's goals. The Chamber's involvement in these areas of work will allow City staff to leverage limited resources, maintain consistent business engagement, and pursue opportunities that are enhanced by community-based access.

Importantly, the agreement incorporates explicit safeguards to ensure City funds are used solely for economic and workforce development purposes. The scope clearly excludes any activities related to advocacy, political involvement, or Chamber-specific membership functions, reaffirming a shared commitment to transparency and appropriate use of public funds.

ALTERNATIVES
The Council could elect to maintain the 2022 agreement in its current form and terms.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
No fiscal impacts are anticipated. Funds associated with the amended agreement are accounted for in the City's current adopted budget. A budget amendment is included to shift the remaining unexpended funds from FY26 to FY27.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
This item was discussed at the Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting.

NEXT STEPS
None.

Attachments:

1. 26-0615 - Chamber of Commerce Amendment to Agreement

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6.5. 2. 2022 Chamber of Commerce 5 Year Agreement - Signed

3. Budget Amendment Resolution - FY26 Chamber Contract

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FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES WITH

GILROY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WHEREAS, the City of Gilroy, a municipal corporation (“City”), and Gilroy chamber of Commerce (“Consultant”) entered into that certain agreement entitled Agreement for Services, effective on August 15, 2022, hereinafter referred to as “Original Agreement”; and WHEREAS, City and Gilroy Chamber of Commerce have determined it is in their mutual interest to amend certain terms of the Original Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERATION, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. ARTICLE 4.A. CONSIDERATION: In consideration for the services to be performed by CONSULTANT, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT the amounts set forth in Exhibit D (“Payment Schedule”). In no event shall the total compensation paid to CONSULTANT for the remainder of the term of the Agreement ending on June 30, 2027, as of the Effective Date of this Amended Agreement, exceed $109,227.00.

2. ARTICLE 4.B. INVOICES: CONSULTANT shall submit invoices as set forth in Exhibit D (“Payment Schedule”).

3. EXHIBIT A – SPECIFIC PROVISIONS of the Original Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:

Section II.A. NOTICE TO PROCEED: CONSULTANT shall commence the Services upon ratification of this Addendum to the Original Agreement, which will constitute the “Notice to Proceed.” For purposes of this Agreement, the City’s Economic Development Director or their designee shall be the designated City contact person(s). Notice to Proceed shall be deemed to have been delivered upon actual receipt by CONSULTANT or if otherwise delivered as provided in the Section V.H. (“Notices”) of this Exhibit A.

Section II.B. COMPLETION OF SERVICES: Unless terminated as provided in Article 7 of this Agreement, Services will be deemed completed at the stated June 30, 2027, Contract Expiration Date.

Section V.H. NOTICES – CITY: Notices are to be sent as follows:

CITY: Economic Development Director
City of Gilroy
7351 Rosanna Street
Gilroy, CA 95020

4. EXHIBIT B – SCOPE OF SERVICES of the Original Agreement shall be amended to read as attached hereto as Exhibit B.

5. EXHIBIT C – MILESTONE SCHEDULE of the Original Agreement shall be amended to read as follows:

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CONSULTANT and CITY shall meet at least quarterly for the duration of this Agreement to review program development, opportunity advancement, and performance results.

6. EXHIBIT D – PAYMENT SCHEDULE of the Original Agreement shall be amended to read as attached hereto as Exhibit D.

7. This Amendment shall be effective on June 15, 2026.

8. Except as expressly modified herein, all of the provisions of the Original Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. In the case of any inconsistencies between the Original Agreement and this Amendment, the terms of this Amendment shall control.

9. This Amendment may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Amendment to be executed as of the dates set forth besides their signatures below.

CITY OF GILROY GILROY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
By: By:
[signature] [signature]
Matt Morley
[name]
City Administrator
[title]
Date:

Date:

Approved as to Form ATTEST:

City Attorney City Clerk

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EXHIBIT B

SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce shall undertake economic and workforce development activities on behalf of the City of Gilroy. Such activities include but are not limited to the following:

A. Manage economic development marketing and advertising programs in conjunction with strategic partners to enhance economic development inquiries and increase opportunities to attract businesses to Gilroy.

B. Coordinate attendance to industry tradeshows with City’s economic development team to promote Gilroy as a business destination.

C. Partner with the City’s economic development team on business attraction and “hand-offs” to City of businesses the Chamber attracts to or is working with the expand or retain in Gilroy.

D. Assist with the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan implementation, including downtown and industry sector outreach, communication, and other special initiatives; host roundtables and other gatherings as needed related to special initiatives.

E. Coordinate the City’s Business Visitation Program, working with City’s economic development team on schedule and appropriate City staff and/or elected representation coordination.

F. Assist in tracking existing inventory of available buildings and business sites within the community, including public and private buildings and land areas.

G. Assist the City with facilitating grant and other business assistance programs for the community.

H. Manage collaborative workforce development programs between education and industry to:
• Promote career pathways and internship opportunities for local students; provide opportunities for businesses and local organizations to participate in students’ career exploration.
• Develop internship and apprenticeship programs.
• Understand short- and long-term needs of Gilroy’s business community related to workforce and training.
• Coordinate efforts between GUSD, Gavilan College, the County of Santa Clara and other agencies and education institutions to improve workforce training and job opportunities.

I. Design and implement broad entrepreneurial programming aimed at cultivating a robust local innovation ecosystem, providing resources, education, and support tailored to the evolving needs of startups and growing businesses.

J. Report quarterly to the Economic Development Department on performance information related to activities performed under this Agreement.

Funds from this Agreement explicitly and categorically exclude activities related to:
• Advocacy and political involvement of any kind
• Sponsorships, donations or contributions
• Membership dues, benefits or other Chamber member specific activities

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EXHIBIT D

PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Payments shall be made upon invoice from the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce with a thirty (30) day net. Invoices shall include quarterly performance results and areas of opportunity as relates to Exhibit B and discussed during milestone review meetings per Exhibit C.

Invoices shall be issued no more than quarterly to the City of Gilroy for an amount not to exceed $27,307.00, with the total amount at the end of the Contract Term not to exceed $109,227.00.

Payments shall be net 30 days.

STAFF TIME BILLING AND DOCUMENTATION
CONSULTANT may invoice CITY for staff time directly attributable to the services identified in Exhibit B – Scope of Services. Billable staff time shall be limited to work performed in support of the economic and workforce development activities expressly authorized under this Agreement.

Invoices for staff time shall include, at a minimum:
• Employee
• Position or title
• Date services were performed
• Description of work performed
• Hours worked
• Hourly billing rate
• Total amount billed for each individual
CONSULTANT shall maintain contemporaneous time records and supporting documentation for all labor charges billed under this Agreement and shall provide such documentation to CITY upon request.

Administrative, clerical, lobbying, advocacy, membership-related, fundraising, sponsorship, political, or other non-authorized Chamber activities shall not be billable under this Agreement.

Staff billing rates shall be based on actual hourly compensation rates, inclusive of reasonable overhead and benefits, unless otherwise approved in writing by CITY. Any changes to billing rates during the term of the Agreement shall require prior written approval from CITY.

Total compensation for staff time and reimbursable services shall not exceed the compensation limits established in this Exhibit without a written amendment approved by the parties.

CITY reserves the right to audit invoices, supporting records, and time documentation related to services performed under this Agreement for a period of three (3) years following final payment.

Position Hourly Rate
• President/CEO $85.00
• Program Coordinator $65.00
• Administrative Support $50.00

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City of Gilroy
Agreement/ Contract Tracking
Today’ s Date: December 2, 2022 Your Name: Bryce Atkins Contract
Type:

Services over $5k - Consultant Phone Number: ( 408)846- 0210 Contract Effective Date:

Date contract goes into effect)
8/ 15/ 2022
Contract Expiration Date: 6/ 30/ 2027
Contractor / Consultant Name:
if an individual’ s name, format as
last name, first name)
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce
Contract Subject:
no more than 100 characters)
Marketing and economic development activities
Contract Amount:

Total Amount of contract. If no
amount, leave blank)
50000
By submitting this form, I confirm
this information is complete:

Date of Contract
Contractor/ Consultant name and complete address
Terms of the agreement ( start date, completion date or “ until project completion”, cap of compensation to be paid)
Scope of Services, Terms of Payment, Milestone Schedule and exhibit( s) attached
Taxpayer ID or Social Security # and Contractors License # if applicable
Contractor/ Consultant signer’ s name and title
City Administrator or Department Head Name, City Clerk
Attest), City Attorney ( Approved as to Form)
Routing Steps for Electronic Signature
Risk Manager
City Attorney Approval As to Form
City Administrator or Department Head
City Clerk Attestation
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TYPE OF

PROCURMENT

DOLLAR THRESHOLD / SIGNING AUTHORITY

STAFF LEVEL DEPARTMENT HEAD CITY ADMINISTRATOR COUNCIL APPROVAL 0-$999.99 $ 1,000-$49,999.99 $ 50,000-$99,999.99 $ 100,000-Above

EQUIPMENT

SUPPLIES/

MATERIALS
Furniture, hoses,
parts, pipe
manholes, office
supplies, fuel, tools,
PPE items, etc…
Vendor selection at
discretion of staff
Payment Method
Purchase Card or
Payment Request (if
vendor does not accept
credit cards)
Informal
bid/ quotation –
3 quotes ( verbal
or written)
Purchasing
Summary form
w/ Purchasing
Approval
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order*
Informal
bid/ quotation –
3 written quotes
Purchasing
Summary form w/
City Administrator
Approval
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order
Formal Bid
Advertisement
Council Approval
Purchase
Requisition signed
by City
Administrator
Payment Method
Purchase Order

GENERAL SERVICES
Janitorial, landscape
maintenance,
equipment repair,
installation, graffiti
abatement, service
inspections,
uniform cleaning,
etc…
Vendor selection at
discretion of staff
May require insurance
documents depending
on scope/ nature of
work
Payment Method
Purchase Card (if
incorporated)
Signed Payment Request ( if sole
proprietor or partner)
Informal
bid/ quotation –
3 quotes (verbal
or written)
Purchasing
Summary form
w/ Department
Head Approval
Standard
Agreement
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order*
Informal Bid/ RFP
quotation – 3
written quotes
Purchasing
Summary form w/
City Administrator
Approval
Standard
Agreement
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order
Formal
Bid/ RFP/ RFQ
Advertisement
Council Approval
Standard
Agreement
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order

PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES
Consultants,
architects,
designers, auditors,
etc...

Vendor selection at the
discretion of staff
Purchase Summary
Form w/ Purchasing
Approval
Standard Agreement
signed by Department
Head
Purchase Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order
RFP/ RFQ to at
least 3
consultants
Purchase
Summary Form
w/ Department
Head Approval
Standard
Agreement
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order
RFP/ RFQ to a list
of consultants
Evaluation
Spreadsheet w/
City Administrator
Approval
Standard
Agreement
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order
Formal RFP/ RFQ
Advertisement
Council Approval
Standard
Agreement signed
by City
Administrator
Purchase
Requisition
Payment Method
Purchase Order
DocuSign Envelope ID: 9C720407- 1A01-4084-B6D5- 0B1236E73C9E

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AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES
For contracts over $5,000 - CONSULTANT)
This AGREEMENT made this 15th day of August, 2022, between:

CITY: City of Gilroy, having a principal place of business at 7351 Rosanna Street, Gilroy, California
and CONSULTANT: Gilroy Chamber of Commerce, having a principal place of business at 7471 Monterey Street, Gilroy, CA 95020.

ARTICLE 1. TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement will become effective on August 15, 2022 and will continue in effect through June 30, 2027 unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of Article 7 of this Agreement.

Any lapse in insurance coverage as required by Article 5, Section D of this Agreement shall terminate this Agreement regardless of any other provision stated herein. ______ Initial
ARTICLE 2. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS
It is the express intention of the parties that CONSULTANT is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, joint venturer or partner of CITY. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted or construed as creating or establishing the relationship of employer and employee between CITY and CONSULTANT or any employee or agent of CONSULTANT. Both parties acknowledge that CONSULTANT is not an employee for state or federal tax purposes.

CONSULTANT shall not be entitled to any of the rights or benefits afforded to CITY’ S employees, including, without limitation, disability or unemployment insurance, workers’ compensation, medical insurance, sick leave, retirement benefits or any other employment benefits. CONSULTANT shall retain the right to perform services for others during the term of this Agreement.

ARTICLE 3. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CONSULTANT
A. Specific Services
CONSULTANT agrees to: Perform the services as outlined in Exhibit “ A” (“ Specific Provisions”) and Exhibit “ B” (“ Scope of Services”), within the time periods described in Exhibit C” (“ Milestone Schedule”).

B. Method of Performing Services
CONSULTANT shall determine the method, details and means of performing the above- described services. CITY shall have no right to, and shall not, control the manner or determine the method of accomplishing CONSULTANT’ S services.

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C. Employment of Assistants
CONSULTANT may, at the CONSULTANT’ S own expense, employ such assistants as CONSULTANT deems necessary to perform the services required of CONSULTANT by this Agreement, subject to the prohibition against assignment and subcontracting contained in Article 5 below. CITY may not control, direct, or supervise CONSULTANT’ S assistants in the performance of those services. CONSULTANT assumes full and sole responsibility for the payment of all compensation and expenses of these assistants and for all state and federal income tax, unemployment insurance, Social Security, disability insurance and other applicable withholding.

D. Place of Work
CONSULTANT shall perform the services required by this Agreement at any place or location and at such times as CONSULTANT shall determine is necessary to properly and timely perform CONSULTANT’ S services.

ARTICLE 4. COMPENSATION
A. Consideration
In consideration for the services to be performed by CONSULTANT, CITY agrees to pay CONSULTANT the amounts set forth in Exhibit “ D” (“ Payment Schedule”). In no event however shall the total compensation paid to CONSULTANT exceed $ 50,000 anually. Beginning July 1, 2023, the annual amount shall increase each July 1st by the increase in the annual Consumer Price Index for the calendar year prior, in the Bureau of Labor Statistics Series CUURS49BSA0 .

B. Invoices
CONSULTANT shall submit invoices for all services rendered.

C. Payment
Payment shall be due according to the payment schedule set forth in Exhibit “ D”. No payment will be made unless CONSULTANT has first provided City with a written receipt of invoice describing the work performed and any approved direct expenses ( as provided for in Exhibit “ A”, Section IV) incurred during the preceding period. If CITY objects to all or any portion of any invoice, CITY shall notify CONSULTANT of the objection within thirty ( 30) days from receipt of the invoice, give reasons for the objection, and pay that portion of the invoice not in dispute. It shall not constitute a default or breach of this Agreement for CITY not to pay any invoiced amounts to which it has objected until the objection has been resolved by mutual agreement of the parties.

D. Expenses
CONSULTANT shall be responsible for all costs and expenses incident to the performance of services for CITY, including but not limited to, all costs of equipment used or provided by CONSULTANT, all fees, fines, licenses, bonds or taxes required of or imposed against CONSULTANT and all other of CONSULTANT’ S costs of doing business. CITY shall not be DocuSign Envelope ID: 9C720407- 1A01-4084-B6D5- 0B1236E73C9E

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responsible for any expenses incurred by CONSULTANT in performing services for CITY, except for those expenses constituting “ direct expenses” referenced on Exhibit “ A.” ARTICLE 5. OBLIGATIONS OF CONSULTANT
A. Tools and Instrumentalities
CONSULTANT shall supply all tools and instrumentalities required to perform the services under this Agreement at its sole cost and expense. CONSULTANT is not required to purchase or rent any tools, equipment or services from CITY.

B. Workers’ Compensation
CONSULTANT agrees to provide workers’ compensation insurance for CONSULTANT’ S employees and agents and agrees to hold harmless, defend with counsel acceptable to CITY and indemnify CITY, its officers, representatives, agents and employees from and against any and all claims, suits, damages, costs, fees, demands, causes of action, losses, liabilities and expenses, including without limitation reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising out of any injury, disability, or death of any of CONSULTANT’ S employees.

C. Indemnification of Liability, Duty to Defend

1. As to professional liability, to the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall defend, through counsel approved by CITY ( which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld), indemnify and hold harmless CITY, its officers, representatives, agents and employees against any and all suits, damages, costs, fees, claims, demands, causes of action, losses, liabilities and expenses, including without limitation attorneys’ fees, to the extent arising or resulting directly or indirectly from any willful or negligent acts, errors or omissions of CONSULTANT or CONSULTANT’ S assistants, employees or agents, including all claims relating to the injury or death of any person or damage to any property.

2. As to other liability, to the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT shall defend, through counsel approved by CITY (which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld), indemnify and hold harmless CITY, its officers, representatives, agents and employees against any and all suits, damages, costs, fees, claims, demands, causes of action, losses, liabilities and expenses, including without limitation attorneys’ fees, arising or resulting directly or indirectly from any act or omission of CONSULTANT or CONSULTANT’ S assistants, employees or agents, including all claims relating to the injury or death of any person or damage to any property.

D. Insurance
In addition to any other obligations under this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall, at no cost to CITY, obtain and maintain throughout the term of this Agreement: ( a) Commercial Liability Insurance on a per occurrence basis, including coverage for owned and non-owned automobiles, with a minimum combined single limit coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence for all damages due to bodily injury, sickness or disease, or death to any person, and damage to property, including the loss of use thereof; and (b) Professional Liability Insurance ( Errors & Omissions) with a minimum DocuSign Envelope ID: 9C720407- 1A01-4084-B6D5- 0B1236E73C9E

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coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence or claim, and $ 2,000,000 aggregate; provided however, Professional Liability Insurance written on a claims made basis must comply with the requirements set forth below. Professional Liability Insurance written on a claims made basis (including without limitation the initial policy obtained and all subsequent policies purchased as renewals or replacements) must show the retroactive date, and the retroactive date must be before the earlier of the effective date of the contract or the beginning of the contract work. Claims made Professional Liability Insurance must be maintained, and written evidence of insurance must be provided, for at least five ( 5) years after the completion of the contract work. If claims made coverage is canceled or non-renewed, and not replaced with another claims- made policy form with a retroactive date prior to the earlier of the effective date of the contract or the beginning of the contract work, CONSULTANT must purchase so called “ extended reporting” or “ tail” coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after completion of work, which must also show a retroactive date that is before the earlier of the effective date of the contract or the beginning of the contract work.

As a condition precedent to CITY’ S obligations under this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall furnish written evidence of such coverage ( naming CITY, its officers and employees as additional insureds on the Comprehensive Liability insurance policy referred to in (a) immediately above via a specific endorsement) and requiring thirty (30) days written notice of policy lapse or cancellation, or of a material change in policy terms.

E. Assignment
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, neither this Agreement nor any duties or obligations of CONSULTANT under this Agreement may be assigned or subcontracted by CONSULTANT without the prior written consent of CITY, which CITY may withhold in its sole and absolute discretion.

F. State and Federal Taxes
As CONSULTANT is not CITY’ S employee, CONSULTANT shall be responsible for paying all required state and federal taxes. Without limiting the foregoing, CONSULTANT acknowledges and agrees that:

CITY will not withhold FICA (Social Security) from CONSULTANT’ S payments;
CITY will not make state or federal unemployment insurance contributions on CONSULTANT’ S behalf;
CITY will not withhold state or federal income tax from payment to CONSULTANT;
CITY will not make disability insurance contributions on behalf of CONSULTANT;
CITY will not obtain workers’ compensation insurance on behalf of CONSULTANT.

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ARTICLE 6. OBLIGATIONS OF CITY
A. Cooperation of City
CITY agrees to respond to all reasonable requests of CONSULTANT and provide access, at reasonable times following receipt by CITY of reasonable notice, to all documents reasonably necessary to the performance of CONSULTANT’ S duties under this Agreement.

B. Assignment
CITY may assign this Agreement or any duties or obligations thereunder to a successor governmental entity without the consent of CONSULTANT. Such assignment shall not release CONSULTANT from any of CONSULTANT’ S duties or obligations under this Agreement.

ARTICLE 7. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
A. Sale of Consultant’ s Business/ Death of Consultant.

CONSULTANT shall notify CITY of the proposed sale of CONSULTANT’ s business no later than thirty ( 30) days prior to any such sale. CITY shall have the option of terminating this Agreement within thirty (30) days after receiving such notice of sale. Any such CITY termination pursuant to this Article 7.A shall be in writing and sent to the address for notices to CONSULTANT set forth in Exhibit A, Subsection V.H., no later than thirty (30) days after CITY’ receipt of such notice of sale.

If CONSULTANT is an individual, this Agreement shall be deemed automatically terminated upon death of CONSULTANT.

B. Termination by City for Default of Consultant
Should CONSULTANT default in the performance of this Agreement or materially breach any of its provisions, CITY, at CITY’ S option, may terminate this Agreement by giving written notification to CONSULTANT. For the purposes of this section, material breach of this Agreement shall include, but not be limited to the following:

1. CONSULTANT’ S failure to professionally and/or timely perform any of the services contemplated by this Agreement.

2. CONSULTANT’ S breach of any of its representations, warranties or covenants contained in this Agreement.

CONSULTANT shall be entitled to payment only for work completed in accordance with the terms of this Agreement through the date of the termination notice, as reasonably determined by CITY, provided that such payment shall not exceed the amounts set forth in this Agreement for the tasks described on Exhibit C” which have been fully, competently and timely rendered by CONSULTANT. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if CITY terminates this Agreement due to CONSULTANT’ S default in the performance of this Agreement or material breach by CONSULTANT of any of its provisions, then in addition to any other rights and remedies CITY DocuSign Envelope ID: 9C720407- 1A01-4084-B6D5- 0B1236E73C9E

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may have, CONSULTANT shall reimburse CITY, within ten (10) days after demand, for any and all costs and expenses incurred by CITY in order to complete the tasks constituting the scope of work as described in this Agreement, to the extent such costs and expenses exceed the amounts CITY would have been obligated to pay CONSULTANT for the performance of that task pursuant to this Agreement.

C. Termination for Failure to Make Agreed- Upon Payments Should CITY fail to pay CONSULTANT all or any part of the compensation set forth in Article 4 of this Agreement on the date due, then if and only if such nonpayment constitutes a default under this Agreement, CONSULTANT, at the CONSULTANT’ S option, may terminate this Agreement if such default is not remedied by CITY within thirty (30) days after demand for such payment is given by CONSULTANT to CITY.

D. Transition after Termination
Upon termination, CONSULTANT shall immediately stop work, unless cessation could potentially cause any damage or harm to person or property, in which case CONSULTANT shall cease such work as soon as it is safe to do so. CONSULTANT shall incur no further expenses in connection with this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall promptly deliver to CITY all work done toward completion of the services required hereunder, and shall act in such a manner as to facilitate any the assumption of CONSULTANT’ s duties by any new consultant hired by the CITY to complete such services.

ARTICLE 8. GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Amendment & Modification
No amendments, modifications, alterations or changes to the terms of this Agreement shall be effective unless and until made in a writing signed by both parties hereto.

B. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Throughout the term of this Agreement, the CONSULTANT shall comply fully with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ the Act”) in its current form and as it may be amended from time to time. CONSULTANT shall also require such compliance of all subcontractors performing work under this Agreement, subject to the prohibition against assignment and subcontracting contained in Article 5 above. The CONSULTANT shall defend with counsel acceptable to CITY, indemnify and hold harmless the CITY OF GILROY, its officers, employees, agents and representatives from and against all suits, claims, demands, damages, costs, causes of action, losses, liabilities, expenses and fees, including without limitation reasonable attorneys’ fees, that may arise out of any violations of the Act by the CONSULTANT, its subcontractors, or the officers, employees, agents or representatives of either.

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attorneys’ fees, which may be set by the court in the same action or in a separate action brought for that purpose, in addition to any other relief to which that party may be entitled.

D. Captions
The captions and headings of the various sections, paragraphs and subparagraphs of the Agreement are for convenience only and shall not be considered nor referred to for resolving questions of interpretation.

E. Compliance with Laws
The CONSULTANT shall keep itself informed of all State and National laws and all municipal ordinances and regulations of the CITY which in any manner affect those engaged or employed in the work, or the materials used in the work, or which in any way affect the conduct of the work, and of all such orders and decrees of bodies or tribunals having any jurisdiction or authority over the same. Without limiting the foregoing, CONSULTANT agrees to observe the provisions of the Municipal Code of the CITY OF GILROY, obligating every contractor or subcontractor under a contract or subcontract to the CITY OF GILROY for public works or for goods or services to refrain from discriminatory employment or subcontracting practices on the basis of the race, color, sex, religious creed, national origin, ancestry of any employee, applicant for employment, or any potential subcontractor.

F. Conflict of Interest
CONSULTANT certifies that to the best of its knowledge, no CITY employee or office of any public agency interested in this Agreement has any pecuniary interest in the business of CONSULTANT and that no person associated with CONSULTANT has any interest that would constitute a conflict of interest in any manner or degree as to the execution or performance of this Agreement.

G. Entire Agreement
This Agreement supersedes any and all prior agreements, whether oral or written, between the parties hereto with respect to the rendering of services by CONSULTANT for CITY and contains all the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the rendering of such services in any manner whatsoever. Each party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other agreement, statement or promise not contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding.

No other agreements or conversation with any officer, agent or employee of CITY prior to execution of this Agreement shall affect or modify any of the terms or obligations contained in any documents comprising this Agreement. Such other agreements or conversations shall be considered as unofficial information and in no way binding upon CITY.

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H. Governing Law and Venue
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California without regard to the conflict of laws provisions of any jurisdiction. The exclusive jurisdiction and venue with respect to any and all disputes arising hereunder shall be in state and federal courts located in Santa Clara County, California.

I. Notices
Any notice to be given hereunder by either party to the other may be effected either by personal delivery in writing or by mail, registered or certified, postage prepaid with return receipt requested.

Mailed notices shall be addressed to the parties at the addresses appearing in Exhibit “ A”, Section V.H. but each party may change the address by written notice in accordance with this paragraph.

Notices delivered personally will be deemed delivered as of actual receipt; mailed notices will be deemed delivered as of three ( 3) days after mailing.

J. Partial Invalidity
If any provision in this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will nevertheless continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

K. Time of the Essence
All dates and times referred to in this Agreement are of the essence.

L. Waiver
CONSULTANT agrees that waiver by CITY of any one or more of the conditions of performance under this Agreement shall not be construed as waiver( s) of any other condition of performance under this Agreement.

Executed at Gilroy, California, on the date and year first above written.

CONSULTANT: CITY:

GILROY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITY OF GILROY
By: By:

Name: Mark Turner Name: Jimmy Forbis
Title: President/ Chief Executive Officer Title: City Administrator Social Security or Taxpayer
Identification Number 94-1071526
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Approved as to Form ATTEST:

City Attorney City Clerk
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EXHIBIT “ A”

SPECIFIC PROVISIONS
I. PROJECT MANAGER
CONSULTANT shall provide the services indicated on the attached Exhibit “ B”, Scope of Services (“ Services”). ( All exhibits referenced are incorporated herein by reference.) To accomplish that end, CONSULTANT agrees to assign the President/ CEO, who will act in the capacity of Project Manager, and who will personally direct such Services.

Except as may be specified elsewhere in this Agreement, CONSULTANT shall furnish all technical and professional services including labor, material, equipment, transportation, supervision and expertise to perform all operations necessary and required to complete the Services in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

II. NOTICE TO PROCEED/ COMPLETION OF SERVICE
A. NOTICE TO PROCEED
CONSULTANT shall commence the Services upon delivery to CONSULTANT of a written Notice to Proceed”, which Notice to Proceed shall be in the form of a written communication from designated City contact person( s). Notice to Proceed may be in the form of e-mail, fax or letter authorizing commencement of the Services. For purposes of this Agreement, the City Administrator shall be the designated City contact person( s). Notice to Proceed shall be deemed to have been delivered upon actual receipt by CONSULTANT or if otherwise delivered as provided in the Section V.H. (“Notices”) of this Exhibit “ A”.

B. COMPLETION OF SERVICES
When CITY determines that CONSULTANT has completed all of the Services in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, CITY shall give CONSULTANT written Notice of Final Acceptance, and CONSULTANT shall not incur any further costs hereunder. CONSULTANT may request this determination of completion when, in its opinion, it has completed all of the Services as required by the terms of this Agreement and, if so requested, CITY shall make this determination within two ( 2) weeks of such request, or if CITY determines that CONSULTANT has not completed all of such Services as required by this Agreement, CITY shall so inform CONSULTANT within this two (2) week period.

III. PROGRESS SCHEDULE
The schedule for performance and completion of the Services will be as set forth in the attached Exhibit “ C”.

IV. PAYMENT OF FEES AND DIRECT EXPENSES
Payments shall be made to CONSULTANT as provided for in Article 4 of this Agreement.

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Direct expenses are charges and fees not included in Exhibit “ B”. CITY shall be obligated to pay only for those direct expenses which have been previously approved in writing by CITY.

CONSULTANT shall obtain written approval from CITY prior to incurring or billing of direct expenses.

Copies of pertinent financial records, including invoices, will be included with the submission of billing( s) for all direct expenses.

V. OTHER PROVISIONS
A. STANDARD OF WORKMANSHIP
CONSULTANT represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, skills and licenses necessary to perform the Services, and its duties and obligations, expressed and implied, contained herein, and CITY expressly relies upon CONSULTANT’ S representations and warranties regarding its skills, qualifications and licenses. CONSULTANT shall perform such Services and duties in conformance to and consistent with the standards generally recognized as being employed by professionals in the same discipline in the State of California.

Any plans, designs, specifications, estimates, calculations, reports and other documents furnished under this Agreement shall be of a quality acceptable to CITY. The minimum criteria for acceptance shall be a product of neat appearance, well-organized, technically and grammatically correct, checked and having the maker and checker identified. The minimum standard of appearance, organization and content of the drawings shall be that used by CITY for similar purposes.

B. RESPONSIBILITY OF CONSULTANT
CONSULTANT shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and the coordination of the Services furnished by it under this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall not be responsible for the accuracy of any project or technical information provided by the CITY. The CITY’ S review, acceptance or payment for any of the Services shall not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights under this Agreement or of any cause of action arising out of the performance of this Agreement, and CONSULTANT shall be and remain liable to CITY in accordance with applicable law for all damages to CITY caused by CONSULTANT’ S negligent performance of any of the services furnished under this Agreement.

C. RIGHT OF CITY TO INSPECT RECORDS OF CONSULTANT
CITY, through its authorized employees, representatives or agents, shall have the right, at any and all reasonable times, to audit the books and records ( including, but not limited to, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, time cards, etc.) of CONSULTANT for the purpose of verifying any and all charges made by CONSULTANT in connection with this Agreement. CONSULTANT shall maintain for a minimum period of three ( 3) years ( from the date of final payment to CONSULTANT), or for any longer period required by law, sufficient books and records in accordance with standard California accounting practices to establish the correctness of all charges submitted to CITY by CONSULTANT, all of which shall be made available to CITY at the CITY’ s offices within five (5) business days after CITY’ s request.

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D. CONFIDENTIALITY OF MATERIAL
All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, manufacturing procedures, data ( including, but not limited to, computer data and source code), drawings, descriptions, documents, discussions or other information developed or received by or for CONSULTANT and all other written and oral information developed or received by or for CONSULTANT and all other written and oral information submitted to CONSULTANT in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confidential by CONSULTANT and shall not, without the prior written consent of CITY, be used for any purposes other than the performance of the Services, nor be disclosed to an entity not connected with the performance of the such Services. Nothing furnished to CONSULTANT which is otherwise known to CONSULTANT or is or becomes generally known to the related industry ( other than that which becomes generally known as the result of CONSULTANT’ S disclosure thereof) shall be deemed confidential. CONSULTANT shall not use CITY’ S name or insignia, or distribute publicity pertaining to the services rendered under this Agreement in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper or other medium without the express written consent of CITY.

E. NO PLEDGING OF CITY’ S CREDIT.

Under no circumstances shall CONSULTANT have the authority or power to pledge the credit of CITY or incur any obligation in the name of CITY.

F. OWNERSHIP OF MATERIAL.

All material including, but not limited to, computer information, data and source code, sketches, tracings, drawings, plans, diagrams, quantities, estimates, specifications, proposals, tests, maps, calculations, photographs, reports and other material developed, collected, prepared ( or caused to be prepared) under this Agreement shall be the property of CITY, but CONSULTANT may retain and use copies thereof subject to Section V.D of this Exhibit “ A”.

CITY shall not be limited in any way in its use of said material at any time for any work, whether or not associated with the City project for which the Services are performed. However, CONSULTANT shall not be responsible for, and City shall indemnify CONSULTANT from, damages resulting from the use of said material for work other than PROJECT, including, but not limited to, the release of this material to third parties for work other than on PROJECT.

G. NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARY.

This Agreement shall not be construed or deemed to be an agreement for the benefit of any third party or parties, and no third party or parties shall have any claim or right of action hereunder for any cause whatsoever.

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H. NOTICES.

Notices are to be sent as follows:

CITY: City Administrator
City of Gilroy
7351 Rosanna Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
CONSULTANT: President/ CEO
Gilroy Chamber of Commerce
7471 Monterey Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
I. FEDERAL FUNDING REQUIREMENTS.

If the box to the left of this sentence is checked, this Agreement involves federal funding and the requirements of this Section V.I. apply.

If the box to the left of this sentence is checked, this Agreement does not involve federal funding and the requirements of this Section V.I. do not apply.

1. DBE Program
CONSULTANT shall comply with the requirements of Title 49, Part 26, Code of Federal Regulations ( 49 CFR 26) and the City-adopted Disadvantaged Business Enterprise programs.

2. Cost Principles
Federal Acquisition Regulations in Title 48, CFR 31, shall be used to determine the allowable cost for individual items.

3. Covenant against Contingent Fees
The CONSULTANT warrants that he/she has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working for the CONSULTANT, to solicit or secure this Agreement, and that he/she has not paid or agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or any other consideration, contingent upon or resulting from the award or formation of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, the Local Agency shall have the right to annul this Agreement without liability or, at its discretion, to deduct from the agreement price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or contingent fee.

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EXHIBIT “ B”

SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce shall undertake marketing and economic activities on behalf of the City of Gilroy. The activities shall include the following:

1. Manage Economic Development marketing and advertising programs in conjunction with strategic partners to enhance economic development inquiries and increase opportunities to attract businesses to Gilroy.

2. Attend industry tradeshows with City’ s economic development team to promote Gilroy as a business destination.

3. Partner with the City’ s economic development team to do “ hand- offs” of those businesses the Chamber attract to Gilroy.

4. Track existing inventory of available buildings and business sites within the community including public and private buildings and land areas.

5. Assist the City with facilitating grant programs for the business community.

6. Create a collaborative workforce development program between education and industry to give middle school, high school, and college students an opportunity to gain insights into career pathways to:

Understand the short- term and long-term needs of Gilroy’ s business community.

Coordinate efforts between GUSD, Gavilan College, the County of Santa Clara and other agencies to improve workforce training and job opportunities.

Provide opportunities for businesses and local organizations to participate in students’ career exploration.

Develop internship and apprenticeship programs.

7. Report quarterly to the City Council on performance information related to all the above.

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EXHIBIT “ C”

MILESTONE SCHEDULE
A quarterly report to the City Council on performance results shall commence with a report of the fourth quarter of calendar year 2022, then each subsequent quarter for the duration of this agreement.

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EXHIBIT “ D”

PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Payments shall be made upon an invoice from the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce.

Invoices shall be issued quarterly to the City of Gilroy for $12,500 per quarter, to fund each of the below amounts proportionately, for the first year of the term.

Beginning 2nd year of the term, July 1, 2023, and annually thereafter, the initial contribution of $50,000 shall be adjusted by the change in the annual Consumer Price Index for the calendar year prior, in the Bureau of Labor Statistics Series CUURS49BSA0, and the amount shall be billed via quarterly invoices. The increase shall be applied proportionately to each of the below funding categories for the specific actions undertaken:
5,000 - Manage Economic Development marketing and advertising programs in conjunction with strategic partners.
6,000 - Attend industry tradeshows with City’ s economic development team to promote Gilroy as a business destination.
4,000 - Partner with the City’ s economic development team to do “ hand- offs” of those businesses the Chamber attract to Gilroy.
10,000 - Track existing inventory of available buildings and business sites within the community including public and private buildings and land areas. 25,000 - Create a collaborative workforce development program between education and industry to give middle school, high school, and college students an opportunity to gain insights into career pathways
For assisting the City with facilitating grant programs for the business community, a percentage of the grant' s administration fees, charges or the administrative portion of the dollars granted will be paid to the Chamber of Commerce. The specific amount will be determined on a caseby-case basis by the conditions and terms of each individual grant, and the discretion of the City Administrator, in discussion with the Chamber of Commerce.

Payments shall be net 30 days.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF GILROY AMENDING THE BUDGET FOR
THE CITY OF GILROY FOR 2025-2026 AND 2026-2027

FISCAL YEARS
WHEREAS, the City Administrator prepared and submitted to the City Council a budget for the City of Gilroy for Fiscal Years 2025-2026 (FY26) and 2026-2027 (FY27), and the City Council carefully examined, considered, and adopted the same on June 2, 2025; and WHEREAS, City Staff has prepared and submitted to the City Council a proposed amendment to the budget for FY26 and FY27 for the City of Gilroy in the staff report dated June 15, 2026, for the Agreement with Gilroy Chamber of Commerce.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the expenditure appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in Fund 100 – General Fund shall be decreased by $51,755, and expenditure appropriations for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 in Fund 100 – General Fund shall be increased by $51,755.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June 2026 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

APPROVED:

Greg Bozzo, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________
Kim Mancera, City Clerk

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6.6. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Authorize the City Administrator to enter into a one-year service agreement with the County of Santa Clara for Animal Sheltering Services for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Police
Submitted by: Brandon Sanchez
Chief of Police
Prepared by: Lamonte Toney, Police Captain
STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the City Administrator to sign a one-year service agreement with the County of Santa Clara for Animal Sheltering Services from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The County of Santa Clara (County) provides animal shelter services to the City of Gilroy (City). The County provides shelter services for abandoned, impounded, lost or stray domestic animals, monitoring of quarantined animals, euthanasia of animals deemed unfit for adoption and low-cost spay/neuter services to residents of the unincorporated areas of Santa Clara County.

BACKGROUND
The City desires to secure animal shelter services for domestic animals found within the incorporated area of Gilroy. The County has the facility and necessary skills to provide shelter services and veterinary care for such animals during normally staffed hours, Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. No

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6.6. services are provided on County holidays; however, kennels are available, to Gilroy Police Department staff, to secure animals based on availability of kennels. Veterinarian services outside of the normal animal shelter staffed hours are provided by other veterinary offices at the City’s expense.

Four Community Services Officers (CSOs) are assigned to the Police Department and one of those CSOs job function is to serve as the Animal Control Officer (ACO). The ACO responsibilities is to respond to calls for service regarding barking dogs, loose dogs, dog fights, investigations of neglect by owners, dog bites, education of the Gilroy City Code, and the issuance of citations.

ANALYSIS
In 2025, the County of Santa Clara Animal Services took in 4,748 animals. Of those, 1,564 were intakes from incorporated Gilroy or 32.9% of the total intake of domestic animals. As such, the County has increased its service fee to account for the intake of animals from the City of Gilroy.

As part of the shelter services agreement, the County shall provide the following services:
• Sheltering of abandoned, impounded, lost or stray domestic animals excluding healthy stray cats unless impoundment is deemed necessary by mutual consent between the County and City;
• Quarantine of impounded, aggressive domestic animals; • Provision for reclaim of abandoned, lost or stray domestic animals during established business hours;
• Euthanasia and disposal of abandoned, lost, impounded, or stray domestic animals that are unclaimed by their owners and are deemed unfit for adoption, rescue or return-to-field;
• Return-to-field of free-roaming cats after sterilization and vaccination; • Acceptance of owner-relinquished animals and confiscated animals on approval of the County Animal Services Program Manager after consideration of shelter population, space availability, and cost.

And, as part of veterinary services, the County shall provide the following:
• Veterinarian services during established business hours to treat and provide veterinarian care to stray and other impounded domestic animals; • Monitoring of quarantined animals; and
• Low-cost spay/neuter services currently provided to residents of the unincorporated areas of the County of Santa Clara.

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6.6. ALTERNATIVES
Reject approval to authorize the City Administrator to enter into a one-year service agreement with the County of Santa Clara for animal sheltering services. Staff does not recommend this option as it would mean alternative service options would have to be identified. We have not yet identified a shelter provider capable of meeting the City’s current service needs.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
During the FY26 and FY27 budget process, estimated funding was allocated for animal shelter services. After the City of Gilroy budget adoption, Santa Clara County provided a compensation schedule for a two-year service agreement of $400,000 for the first year and $420,000 the second year. City will use the approved Police Department budget allocation of $176,000, and the remaining balance is recommended for inclusion in a budget amendment as part of the quarterly budget update report, which is on the agenda as a separate item. The Police Department is recommending a one-year agreement as it continues to evaluate alternative service delivery models in FY27, including a potential partnership with neighboring cities.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
n/a

NEXT STEPS
n/a
Attachments:

1. 2026 SCC Animal Sheltering Agreement- City of Gilroy_Final

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FIRST AMENDENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
AND

THE CITY OF GILROY

FOR ANIMAL SHELTERING SERVICES
The County of Santa Clara (“COUNTY”) and the City of Gilroy, a municipal corporation (“CITY”) (together, “PARTIES”) enters into this First Amendment to the December 12, 2023 Agreement Between the County of Santa Clara and the City of Gilroy for Animal Sheltering Services (“FIRST AMENDMENT”) with and effective date of July 1, 2026.

RECITALS
WHEREAS, the PARTIES previously entered into the Agreement Between the County of Santa Clara and the City of Gilroy for Animal Sheltering Services, with a term from July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2026, for the COUNTY to provide secure animal shelter services for domestic animals found within the incorporated area of the CITY;
WHEREAS, the CITY desires to continue secure animal sheltering services from the COUNTY for domestic animals found within the incorporated area of the CITY, and WHEREAS, COUNTY has the necessary facilities, expertise and skill to perform those services and COUNTY’s proposal can best meet CITY’s needs,
NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

I. Section 1. AGREEMENT DOCUMENTS of the AGREEMENT is amended in full to read:

1. AGREEMENT DOCUMENTS
The documents forming the entire Agreement between CITY and COUNTY, as amended, shall consist of:
• This Agreement between the County of Santa Clara and the City of Gilroy for Animal Sheltering Services, as amended;
• The First Amendment to the Agreement between the County of Santa Clara and the City of Gilroy for Animal Sheltering Services;
• Exhibit A – Scope of Services, as amended; and
• Exhibit B – Compensation, as amended
If any discrepancies or inconsistencies between the provisions of this Agreement, as amended, and any of the above-referenced Exhibits arise, the provisions of this Agreement prevail.

The Agreement, as amended; the First Amendment; and the Exhibits set forth above contain all the agreements, representations, and understandings of the PARTIES hereto,

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and supersede and replace any previous understanding, commitments, or agreements, whether oral or written.

II. Section 2. SCOPE OF SERVICES of the AGREEMENT is amended in full to read:

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
COUNTY shall perform those services specified in detail in the attached Exhibit A, entitled “Scope of Services”, as amended.

III. Section 3. TERM OF AGREEMENT of the AGREEMENT is amended in full to read:

3. TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement, as amended, extends through June 30, 2027, unless otherwise terminated under Section 5 (TERMINATION) of the Agreement, as amended.

IV. Section 4. COMPENSATION of the AGREEMENT is amended in full to read:

4. COMPENSATION
CITY shall pay COUNTY for the costs of animal sheltering services under this Agreement.

The terms, rate, and schedule of payment are set forth in the attached Exhibit B, entitled “Compensation,” as amended on July 1, 2026.

V. Section 6. INDEMNIFICATION of the AGREEMENT is amended in full to read:

Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, CITY shall indemnify, release, hold harmless, and defend, with counsel approved by COUNTY, COUNTY and its officers, agents, and employees from any claim, demand, suit, judgment, liability, loss, injury, damage, or expense of any kind (including attorneys’ fees and costs) arising out of, or in connection with, performance of this Agreement by CITY and/or its officers, agents, employees, or sub-contractors, excepting only loss, injury, or damage caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of personnel employed by COUNTY. It is the intent of the parties to this Agreement to provide the broadest possible coverage for COUNTY as allowed by law. CITY shall reimburse COUNTY for all costs, attorneys’ fees, expenses, and liabilities incurred with respect to any litigation or process in which CITY contests its obligation to indemnify, defend, and/or hold harmless COUNTY under this Agreement and does not prevail in that contest.

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Except for those amendments to the AGREEMENT specifically set forth in this FIRST AMENDMENT, all the terms and conditions set forth in the AGREEMENT shall remain in full force and effect.

WITNESS THE EXECUTION HEREOF on the day and year first written above.

CITY OF GILROY
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By: _____________________________

ANDY FABER, CITY ATTORNEY

CITY OF GILROY
Date: _________________________
CITY OF GILROY, a municipal corporation
By: _______________________________

MATT MORLEY, CITY MANAGER

CITY OF GILROY

Date: _________________________

COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA
APPROVED:

By: ___________________________

EDGAR NOLASCO

DIRECTOR, CEPA
Date: _________________________

APPROVED AS TO FORM AND
LEGALITY:

By: _________________________

WILLIE NGUYEN

DEPUTY COUNTY COUNSEL
Date: _________________________

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EXHIBIT A

SCOPE OF SERVICES
COUNTY shall provide the following services for domestic animals found or maintained in the incorporated area of CITY:

1. Sheltering of abandoned, impounded, lost or stray domestic animals, excluding healthy stray cats unless impoundment is deemed necessary by mutual consent between the COUNTY AND CITY;

2. Quarantine of impounded, aggressive domestic animals;

3. Provision for reclaim of abandoned, lost or stray domestic animals during established business hours;

4. Euthanasia and disposal of abandoned, lost, impounded, or stray domestic animals that are unclaimed by their owners and are deemed unfit for adoption, rescue or return-to-field;

5. Return-to-field of free-roaming cats after sterilization and vaccination; and

6. Acceptance of owner-relinquished animals and confiscated animals on approval of the COUNTY Animal Services Program Manager after consideration of shelter population, space availability, and costs.

As part of Shelter Services, COUNTY shall provide the following veterinary services for domestic animals found or maintained in the incorporated area of CITY:

1. Veterinarian services during established business hours to treat and provide veterinarian care to stray and other impounded domestic animals;

2. Monitoring of quarantined animals; and

3. Low-cost spay/neuter services currently provided to residents of the unincorporated areas of the County of Santa Clara.

COUNTY shall provide sheltering and veterinary care of domestic animals identified above during normally staffed hours, which are Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am through 6:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am thru 5:00 pm (“Operational Hours”).

Services will not be available on COUNTY holidays, however, CITY will have access to “night drop” kennels outside of Operational Hours based on availability. Only animals that appear to be free of injury may be left in the “night drop” kennels by authorized CITY staff.

Animals that are not bright, alert and active, have open wounds, broken limbs or have been hit by a car must be taken to an emergency veterinarian at the CITY’S expense, but may be transported to the shelter by the CITY during COUNTY operational hours for continued care.

Animals taken into custody by CITY that are to be impounded by COUNTY are to be transported promptly and humanely and shall be made available for owner redemption as required by law. Animals requiring a quarantine hold will be made available for owner redemption following the quarantine period. Whenever an animal with identification is impounded, COUNTY will make a reasonable attempt to notify its owners of the animal’s impoundment. Animals held under legal, public safety, or investigative authority, including but not limited to Dangerous Determinations, Criminal Cases, or other regulatory or judicial proceedings may not be made available for owner redemption or otherwise

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released until authorized by the CITY in accordance with applicable laws and/or resolution of the case. Under any other circumstances which CITY requests that an animal not be made available for reclaim, adoption, rescue, or return-to-field, such request must be approved by the Animal Services Program Manager prior to impoundment. COUNTY will require an address (in the case of cats) or a street and cross street (in the case of all other animals) where each animal was found by both CITY and its residents, prior to accepting an animal for impound. CITY residents requesting an animal to be accepted must have their address confirmed by COUNTY prior to accepting the animal for impound.

COUNTY may collect fees from the public in connection with a portion of the Animal Sheltering Services provided under this Agreement and as consistent with the County Ordinance, including but not limited to impound, boarding, and quarantine fees. These fees shall be at the rates established by COUNTY.

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EXHIBIT B

COMPENSATION
(Amended July 1, 2026)
Invoicing and Payment

1. Payment to COUNTY
For Animal Sheltering Services provided by COUNTY to the CITY under this Agreement, CITY shall pay COUNTY for the cost of animal shelter and other services for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 at the following rate and on the following schedule:

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 $400,000 Due August 11, 2026

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6.7. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Setting the Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27) Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Finance
Submitted by: Cindy Murphy, Finance Director
Prepared by: Carina Baksa, Finance Manager
STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Develop a Financially Resilient Organization

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gilroy Setting the Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (FY27)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
State law requires the City to annually establish an appropriations limit, commonly referred to as the Gann Limit, in accordance with Proposition 4 (the Gann Initiative) and Proposition 111. The Gann Limit establishes the maximum amount of tax-supported appropriations the City may authorize each fiscal year. Staff has calculated the appropriations limit for fiscal year 2026-27 and it is presented to Council in this staff report.

BACKGROUND
Each fiscal year, the City must adopt an appropriation limit on the City's expenditures made from tax sources in conformance with Proposition 4, known as the Gann Initiative or Gann Limit. The Gann Limit serves to set the maximum limit of expenditures. In practice, the City's annual budgeted expenditures funded by tax revenues typically remain well below the calculated Gann Limit.

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6.7. Proposition 4 and the subsequent Proposition 111 set forth the procedures for calculating the limit, which is based on the approved appropriations limit from the prior year, adjusted each year for inflation and population growth factors. Only those General Fund revenues received from proceeds of taxes (such as Sales Tax, Property Tax, Utility Tax, Transient Occupancy Tax, etc.) are subject to this limit. In addition, proceeds of taxes may be spent on several types of appropriations which do not count against the Gann Limit. The law allows a city to spend tax proceeds on voter-approved debt, costs of complying with court orders and federal mandates, with certain restrictions, and expenditures for qualified capital outlay. Appropriations for these excludable categories do not count against the Gann Limit.

ANALYSIS
The indices used for calculating the appropriation limit were the California per capita personal income growth (4.95%) and the City of Gilroy's population growth (-0.19%).

Based on these factors, the appropriation limit for fiscal year 2026-27 is $276,003,898.

The City of Gilroy's Appropriations subject to the limit (tax proceeds) are $56,346,666, which are $219,657,232 under the Gann Limit. The calculation worksheets used to determine the Gann Limit are attached to the Resolution attached to this staff report.

ALTERNATIVES
No other viable alternative is available. The establishment of the Gann Limit is required by the State Constitution.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
There is no fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the Appropriation Limit.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
None.

NEXT STEPS
None.

Attachments:

1. Appropriations Limit FY27 - Draft Resolution

2. Exhibit A to Resolution-Appropriations Limit Calculation for FY27

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

GILROY ADOPTING THE CITY OF GILROY
APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
WHEREAS, the voters of the State of California elected to add Article XIII.B. of the California Constitution, known as the Gann Initiative and Proposition 4; and WHEREAS, the State of California, Department of Finance, and the League of California Cities have established uniform guidelines and have published appropriate percentages for California per capita personal income and population changes for the implementation of the subject limit.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the appropriation limit for the City of Gilroy for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 is $276,003,898.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council this 15th day of June 2026 by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

APPROVED:

Greg Bozzo, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Kim Mancera, City Clerk

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EXHIBIT A
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Limit $ 263,486,711
Population Factor (City Growth) 0.9981
Inflation Factor (California per capita income) 1.0495
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Limit $ 276,003,898

CITY OF GILROY

DETERMINATION OF THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
FY 2026-27

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AMOUNT
A. Proceeds of Taxes $ 57,350,622
B. Exclusions $ (1,003,956)
C. Appropriations Subject to Limitation $ 56,346,666
D. Current Year Limit $ 276,003,898
E. Over (Under) Limit $ (219,657,232)

APPROPRIATIONS SUBJECT TO LIMITATION

CITY OF GILROY
FY 2026-27

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Tax Non-Tax
REVENUE Proceeds Proceeds Total
TAXES
Property taxes $ 23,468,943 $ - $ 23,468,943
Sales & Use Tax 20,600,000 - 20,600,000
Business Licence Tax 839,603 - 839,603
Utility Users Tax 8,537,286 - 8,537,286
Transient Occupancy Tax 2,362,665 - 2,362,665
Other Taxes 445,578 - 445,578

FROM STATE
Motor Vehicle in Lieu 106,096 - 106,096
Homeowners Relief 29,000 - 29,000
State Grants - 305,582 305,582
Federal 257,869 257,869

LOCALLY RAISED
Franchise Fees - 2,764,466 2,764,466
Fines, Forfeitures, Penalties - 177,474 177,474

USER FEES
(from Worksheet #1) (1,287,877) 8,817,765 7,529,888

OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
Transfers - 5,924,365 5,924,365
Miscellaneous - 2,420,519 2,420,519
SUB-TOTAL 55,101,294 20,668,040 75,769,334
INTEREST EARNINGS 922,827 392,322 1,315,149
(from Interests calculation)
TOTAL REVENUE $ 56,024,121 $ 21,060,362 $ 77,084,483
RESERVE WITHDRAWALS 1,326,501 - 1,326,501
(including appropriated fund balance)
Total of these Funds $ 57,350,622 $ 21,060,362 $ 78,410,984

CALCULATION OF PROCEEDS FROM TAXES

CITY OF GILROY
FY 2026-27

GENERAL FUND BUDGET

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A. NON-INTEREST TAX PROCEEDS $ 55,101,294
B. MINUS EXCLUSIONS $ (1,003,956)
C. NET INVESTED TAXES $ 54,097,338
D. TOTAL NON-INTEREST PROCEEDS $ 77,095,835
Revenue plus Reserve
Withdrawals
E. TAX PROCEEDS AS
PERCENT OF BUDGET 0.70169
F. INTEREST EARNINGS $ 1,315,149
G. AMOUNT OF INTEREST
EARNED FROM TAXES $ 922,827
H. AMOUNT OF INTEREST $ 392,322

EARNED FROM NON-TAXES

INTEREST EARNINGS PRODUCED BY TAXES

CITY OF GILROY
FY 2026-27

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USER FEES
Over(Under)

DIVISION ORG DIVISION NAME USER FEES COSTS COSTS
1004020 Planning $ 675,000 $ 1,634,337 $ (959,337)
1004030 Building 2,998,588 1,826,633 1,171,955
1004035 Code Enforcement 1,250 1,019,200 (1,017,950)
1004040 Fire Prevention - Haz Mat 810,000 553,016 256,984 1005530 Engineering 2,758,650 3,260,212 (501,562)
1005540 Environmental 286,400 524,367 (237,967)
Totals $ 7,529,888 $ 8,817,765 $ (1,287,877)

USER FEES VERSUS COSTS

CITY OF GILROY
FY 2026-27

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6.8. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Consent to the Appointment of Michael Horta as Human Resources Director/Risk Manager
Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Human Resources/Risk Management
Submitted by: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Prepared by: LeeAnn McPhillips, Interim Human Resources Director/Risk Manager.

STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS: Not Applicable

RECOMMENDATION
Consent to the City Administrator's recommendation to appoint Michael Horta to the department head position of Human Resources Director/Risk Manager.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The recruitment process for the position of Human Resources Director/Risk Manager has recently concluded. After a thorough process and vetting of candidates, the City Administrator is recommending the Council consent to the appointment of Michael Horta to the position of Human Resources Director/Risk Manager. If approved, Mr. Horta will begin work on July 6, 2026.

BACKGROUND
Per Article VII. (” The City Administrator “) of the Gilroy City Charter, Section 703(c) (“Powers and Duties”), the City Administrator shall appoint Department Heads (which includes the Police Chief) with the consent of the City Council.

Utilizing the assistance of an executive search firm, the City recently completed a full recruitment process for the position of Human Resources Director/Risk Manager. A

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6.8. thorough vetting process was completed and included the following steps:
• Application screening
• Supplemental questions
• Interview with search firm (assigned executive recruiter is a former public sector Human Resources Director and City Manager)
• Panel interviews with two panels:
o Subject-Matter Expert Panel (two Assistant City Managers and one Human Resources Director)
o Senior Executive Team Panel
• City Administrator Interviews and candidate assessments • Employment Background Check
• Following the conditional offer:
o Department of Justice Criminal Records Check
The additional final step in the selection process following the conditional offer is Council’s consent of the City Administrator’s recommendation for appointment.

Mr. Horta has approximately twenty-four years of human resources experience, nineteen of which are in the public sector. His prior public sector service spans the cities of Santa Cruz, Los Altos, Gilroy, and Morgan Hill. Mr. Horta previously served at the City of Gilroy in the role of Senior Human Resources Analyst (2014-2018) prior to taking a role with the City of Morgan Hill. He has served as the City of Morgan Hill Human Resources Director for the past six and half years. Mr. Horta has served in fullservice organizations with all departments, labor organizations, and employee types.

His areas of expertise are labor relations and negotiations, organizational development, workforce planning, risk and workers' compensation management, compensation and classification, employee relations and investigations, and human resources information systems implementation and management.

Mr. Horta holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources Management from California State University, Fresno. He also holds a Master's of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix. Mr. Horta is active within the public sector human resources profession, currently serving as the President of the Personnel and Employee Relations Department of the League of California Cities. He is also an active member, and prior conference chair, for the California Public Employee Relations Association.

Mr. Horta resides in Gilroy with his family, attended Gilroy schools, and is active in the community. He is very excited to return to Gilroy to serve his home community and the excellent employees in the City of Gilroy organization.

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6.8. ANALYSIS
N/A

ALTERNATIVES
No other alternative is recommended. The Interim Human Resources Director/Risk Manager needs to conclude her interim assignment due to the work hours limitations mandated by CalPERS. There is not an alternate candidate being recommended for appointment.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
The salary and benefits for this position have been included in the FY 27 operating budget previously approved by Council. Salary placement shall be within the approved Human Resources Director/Risk Manager classification annual salary range, effective July 1, 2026, of $210,815 — $289,566.

PUBLIC OUTREACH
This item was included on the publicly posted agenda for this Council meeting.

NEXT STEPS
Upon consent of the City Council and issuance of a final offer letter, Michael Horta is scheduled to begin employment effective July 6, 2026.

Attachments:

None

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7.10. City of Gilroy

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Adoption of Resolution Denying Appeal and Modifying Administrative Hearing Officer's Decision Regarding
Business License No. 16606725 and Tobacco Retailer's
Permit issued to The Rock Zone
Meeting Date: June 15, 2026
From: Matt Morley, City Administrator
Department: Administration
Submitted by: Kim Mancera, City Clerk
Prepared by: Harjot Sangha, Assistant City Administrator STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt a resolution denying the appeal of the Administrative Hearing Officer's decision regarding Business License No. 16606725 and Tobacco Retailer's Permit issued to The Rock Zone; adopting the findings of the Administrative Hearing Officer; and modifying the Hearing Officer's decision to increase the period of tobacco product retailing prohibition and suspension of the Tobacco Retailer's Permit from six (6) months to twelve (12) months.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On June 1, 2026, the City Council conducted an appeal hearing pursuant to Resolution No. 97-17 regarding the Administrative Hearing Officer's April 28, 2026 Decision concerning The Rock Zone, located at 1323 First Street. Following review of the administrative record, oral argument, and deliberation, the City Council voted to deny the appeal and modify the Administrative Hearing Officer's decision by increasing the suspension of the Tobacco Retailer's Permit from six (6) months to twelve (12) months and modifying the business license to conduct non-tobacco retailing only for the same twelve (12) month period.

The Council further determined that the business may continue operating as a lawful

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7.10. retail business during the suspension period, but may not engage in any activity requiring a Tobacco Retailer's Permit. The attached resolution memorializes the Council's action and findings.

BACKGROUND
Administrative Hearing Officer Alan Seltzer conducted hearings on April 3 and April 17, 2026 pursuant to Resolution No. 97-17 concerning Business License No. 16606725 and Tobacco Retailer's Permit issued to The Rock Zone. Following consideration of testimony, documentary evidence, and post-hearing submissions, the Hearing Officer issued a written decision on April 28, 2026. The respondent subsequently appealed the decision to the City Council.

ANALYSIS
Resolution No. 97-17 provides that upon consideration of the administrative record, the City Council may adopt, reject, or modify the Hearing Officer's decision.

On June 1, 2026, the Council found that the nature and duration of the violations established in the administrative record warranted a longer suspension period than that imposed by the Hearing Officer, while agreeing that revocation of the business license was not necessary and that the business may continue to operate as a lawful nontobacco retailer.

The attached resolution incorporates the Hearing Officer's findings and conclusions by reference and reflects the Council's modification, increasing the suspension period from six months to twelve months.

FISCAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the resolution beyond existing administrative enforcement and legal costs previously incurred.

NEXT STEPS
Upon adoption, staff will provide a copy to the business owner and take actions necessary to implement the modified decision in the resolution.

Attachments:

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7.10. 1) Resolution Draft
2) Administrative Hearing Officer’s Decision
3) Resolution 97-17

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF GILROY DENYING THE APPEAL OF THE

ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER'S DECISION
REGARDING BUSINESS LICENSE NO. 16606725 AND

TOBACCO RETAILER'S PERMIT ISSUED TO THE ROCK
ZONE, LOCATED AT 1323 FIRST STREET, GILROY,

CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF THE

ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING OFFICER, AND
MODIFYING THE HEARING OFFICER’S DECISION TO

INCREASE THE PERIOD OF TOBACCO PRODUCT

RETAILING PROHIBITION AND SUSPENSION OF THE
TOBACCO RETAILER'S PERMIT FROM SIX (6) MONTHS
TO TWELVE (12) MONTHS
WHEREAS, Gilroy Municipal Code Section 13.45 authorizes the City to initiate proceedings to suspend, revoke, or modify a business license where the Chief of Police determines that violations of the Gilroy City Code or any other law have occurred in connection with the operation of the business; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 13, Article VIII of the Gilroy Municipal Code regulates Tobacco Retailer Permits and authorizes suspension, revocation, and enforcement actions to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City initiated administrative proceedings against The Rock Zone (the “Licensee/Permittee”), located at 1323 First Street, Gilroy, California, concerning Business License No. 16606725 and related Tobacco Retailer's Permit issued to Account No. 16606725; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 97-17, Administrative Hearing Officer Alan Seltzer conducted evidentiary hearings on April 3, 2026, and April 17, 2026, received testimony under oath, admitted documentary evidence, considered post-hearing submissions, and thereafter issued a written Administrative Decision dated April 28, 2026; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Hearing Officer found that substantial evidence existed demonstrating violations involving tobacco products and business operations occurring at the premises and further determined that administrative sanctions were warranted; and WHEREAS, the Administrative Hearing Officer carefully considered the evidence and arguments presented by both the City and the Licensee/Permittee, including arguments regarding the legality of products, applicability of state law exemptions, evidentiary objections, and the appropriate scope of administrative remedies; and
WHEREAS, the Administrative Hearing Officer determined that revocation of the business license was not warranted and instead imposed a penalty as follows: “The Rock Zone’s business license shall be modified so that it may not sell any “tobacco product” as that term is defined in GMC Sec. 13.66 for six months from the effective date of this Decision. The Rock Zone’s current Regulatory Permit similarly shall be modified to prohibit the sale of tobacco products for the same period.”; and

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Resolution No. 2026-XX
Appeal Hearing Decision – The Rock Zone
City Council Special Meeting | June 15, 2026

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WHEREAS, the Licensee/Permittee timely appealed the Administrative Hearing Officer's decision to the City Council pursuant to Resolution No. 97-17; and WHEREAS, on June 1, 2026, the City Council conducted an appeal hearing pursuant to Resolution No. 97-17, reviewed the administrative record, considered the Hearing Officer's decision, considered the written appeal and arguments of the parties, and received oral argument; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section VII of Resolution No. 97-17, the City Council may adopt, reject, or modify the Hearing Officer's decision.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GILROY DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. RECITALS
The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. FINDINGS REGARDING THE APPEAL.

The City Council finds that:

A. The administrative proceedings were conducted in accordance with Resolution No. 97-17 and afforded appellant due process, including notice, opportunity to present oral and written testimony and evidence, representation by legal counsel, and the opportunity to submit written and oral arguments.

B. The Administrative Hearing Officer thoroughly evaluated the evidence presented by both parties and exercised independent judgment in rendering the Administrative Decision.

C. Substantial evidence exists within the administrative record supporting the findings and conclusions reached by the Administrative Hearing Officer.

D. The Administrative Hearing Officer appropriately considered the appellant's defenses and objections, including arguments regarding product classifications, alleged exemptions under state law, evidentiary issues, and the propriety of administrative penalties.

SECTION 3. FINDINGS SUPPORTING MODIFICATION OF THE DECISION.

The City Council further finds that modification of the Administrative Hearing Officer's decision is warranted as follows:

A. The administrative record reflects multiple enforcement actions occurring over an extended period of time involving unlawful tobacco-related products and other violations identified by law enforcement and regulatory agencies.

B. The evidence presented during the administrative proceedings demonstrated repeated compliance concerns rather than an isolated incident.

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Appeal Hearing Decision – The Rock Zone
City Council Special Meeting | June 15, 2026

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C. The sale or offering for sale of prohibited items, including controlled substances, for an extended period of time and the offering for sale of flavored tobacco products in violation of requirements of State law reflect a significant level of noncompliance with applicable tobacco regulations.

D. Protection of the public health, safety, and welfare is a fundamental purpose of the City's Tobacco Retailer Permit program, and a longer suspension period is necessary to promote future compliance and deter similar conduct.

E. A twelve (12) month suspension more appropriately reflects the seriousness and duration of the violations established in the administrative record while remaining proportionate to the facts of this case.

F. The City Council recognizes that the Administrative Hearing Officer declined to revoke the business license and instead fashioned a remedy allowing the business to continue operating as a lawful non-tobacco retailer. The Council agrees with that determination and finds that complete revocation of the business license is not necessary at this time.

G. However, with respect to the length of the modifications of the Business License and the Tobacco Retailer's Permit, the City Council, after weighing all of the relevant factors concludes that the modifications of the Business License and the Tobacco Retailer’s Permit for a period of twelve (12) months more appropriately balances the City's interest in protecting public health and enforcing tobacco regulations with the business's continued ability to operate lawfully as a non-tobacco retail establishment.

SECTION 4. DENIAL OF APPEAL.

The appeal filed by The Rock Zone and Adel Ammari is hereby DENIED.

SECTION 5. ADOPTION OF HEARING OFFICER'S FINDINGS.

Except as expressly modified herein, the City Council adopts and incorporates the findings, conclusions, and determinations contained in the Administrative Hearing Officer's April 28, 2026, Administrative Decision as though fully set forth herein.

SECTION 6. MODIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION.

The Administrative Hearing Officer's decision is modified solely as follows:

A. The Business License No. 16606725 (Account No. 16606725) is modified to prohibit selling any “tobacco product” as that term is defined in Gilroy City Code 13.66, at the premises located at 1323 First Street, Gilroy, California, for a period of twelve (12) months from the effective date of this resolution.

B. The Tobacco Retailer’s Permit (Regulatory Permit) issued to The Rock Zone ATML Inc for Account No. 16606725 is hereby modified to be suspended for the same twelve (12) month period from the effective date of this resolution. During the suspension period, said Permit shall confer no authority to sell any tobacco product as defined in GMC § 13.66,

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Appeal Hearing Decision – The Rock Zone
City Council Special Meeting | June 15, 2026

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and The Rock Zone ATML Inc shall not sell or offer for sale any such tobacco product at the above-referenced premises.

C. During the aforementioned 12-month suspension period, The Rock Zone shall not engage in the retail sale, offer for sale, display for sale, distribution, or furnishing of any tobacco product, tobacco paraphernalia, electronic smoking device, nicotine product, or any other product requiring a Tobacco Retailer's Permit under the Gilroy Municipal Code.

D. Nothing in this Resolution shall prohibit the continued operation of the business as a lawful non-tobacco retailer, provided the business remains in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

E. Upon the expiration of the twelve (12) months, and provided that no further violations have occurred, Business License No. 16606725 and the Tobacco Retailer’s Permit (Regulatory Permit) shall automatically revert to their unmodified terms (if they are still in effect, and have not expired or otherwise been canceled), authorizing the retail sale of tobacco products in accordance with applicable law, provided the Licensee/Permittee has renewed the Business License and the Tobacco Retailer’s Permit as required by Gilroy City Code.

F. The Licensee/Permittee shall, within five (5) business days of the effective date of this resolution, remove or conspicuously cover all tobacco product displays, signage, and advertising at the premises that may indicate the availability of tobacco products for purchase. Failure to comply with the terms of this Order may result in further enforcement action, including but not limited to revocation of Business License No. 16606725 and/or the Tobacco Retailer's Permit.

SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.

SECTION 8. IMPLEMENTATION
The City Administrator, City Attorney, Finance Director, Police Chief, and all other appropriate City officials are authorized and directed to take all actions necessary to implement this resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 15th day of June 2026, by the following roll call vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

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Resolution No. 2026-XX
Appeal Hearing Decision – The Rock Zone
City Council Special Meeting | June 15, 2026

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APPROVED:
______________________________

Greg Bozzo, Mayor
ATTEST:

Kim Mancera, City Clerk

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the Official Seal of the City of Gilroy this Date.
____________________________________
Kim Mancera
City Clerk of the City of Gilroy
(Seal)

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1 BEFORE A HEARING OFFICER
OF THE

CITY OF GILROY
In the matter of the Administrative Hearing
regarding Business License No. 16606725
THE ROCK ZONE, Respondent

ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION
Business License Revocation
Proceeding for the premises at
1323 First Street, Gilroy, CA

STATEMENT OF THE CASE
Pursuant to the “Notice for Administrative Hearing Regarding Business License No. 16606725,” dated March 3, 2026, this matter was initially scheduled for hearing on March 19, 2026, at 9:00 am, remotely on the Zoom platform. The purpose of the hearing was to consider the Chief of Police’s recommendation to proceed with the business license revocation process for The Rock Zone, operating at 1323 First Street, pursuant to the City of Gilroy (city) Municipal Code (GMC) §13.45, and Municipal Administrative Hearing Policy, Resolution No. 97-17.

On March 17, 2026, Steve M. Defilippis, of Picone & Defilippis, notified City Finance Director Harjot Sangha that he had just been retained by respondent as counsel and requested a continuance to properly prepare for the hearing. The City’s representatives agreed to the request. Therefore, an Order Continuing the Hearing to April 3, 2026, was entered March 18, 2026.

On March 30, Mr. Defilippis requested a stay of this proceeding based on the assertion that Mr. Ammari was the defendant in a related criminal action and that a stay was necessary to protect his fifth amendment privilege against self-incrimination. A prehearing conference attended by Mr. Defilippis and assistant City Attorney Jolie Houston was held on March 31, 2026. At the conclusion of the hearing, the parties were informed that they should be prepared to address both respondent’s request for a stay and the merits of this case and that after the city presented its case, respondent, in presenting its case in chief, could renew its request for a stay or seek a continuance.

On April 3, 2026, this hearing commenced remotely on the zoom platform. The Business Owner and Adel Ammari appeared with their attorney, Steve M. Defilippis.

They were accompanied by Elizabeth Vera, an employee of The Rock Zone, who observed the hearing. Gilroy Police Department Sargeant Geoffrey Guerin, Officer Doug Ludden, Officer Don Tong, and Officer Doug Remmick appeared and testified under oath. Also present was Harjot Sangha, who hosted the meeting. Gilroy Police Department

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2 Captain Luke Powell and Community Development Director Sharon Goei observed the proceedings but did not testify.

At the commencement of respondent’s case, after the city’s witnesses testified, the Hearing Officer denied respondent’s stay request and continued the hearing to April 17, 2026. An Order Continuing Hearing and Denying Request for Stay issued April 6, 2026.

On April 17, 2026, the hearing resumed remotely on the zoom platform. Gilroy Police Department Sargeant Guerin, Corporal Remmick, Officer Ludden, and Arica Hernandez, the City’s Supervising Accounting Technician appeared and testified under oath. Gilroy Police Department Captain Luke Powell, Officer Don Tong, and Community Development Director Sharon Goei observed the proceedings but did not testify. Steve Defilippis, Esq., represented the Rock Zone and examined its employees Elizabeth Vera and Amy Davis, who testified under oath. Adel Ammari appeared at the hearing but did not testify. Also present was Harjot Sangha, who hosted the meeting.

EVIDENCE CONSIDERED
The following exhibit was presented and accepted into evidence at the hearing on April 3, 2026:

Exhibit 1. The packet of materials mailed to Adel Ammari by Mr. Sangha, dated March 3, 2026.
1 The following exhibits were presented and accepted into evidence at the hearing on April 17, 2026:

Exhibit 2. National Law Review Article “California Bans Online Sales of Flavored Tobacco Products Effective January 1, 2025,” submitted by Respondent.

Exhibit 3. Tobacco law Blog article “California Finalizes Unflavored Tobacco List Regulations,” submitted by Respondent.

Exhibit 4. Article entitled “California to increase tobacco retailer license fee,” submitted by Respondent.

Exhibit 5. Unflavored Tobacco List (utl-2026-04-01), submitted by Respondent.

Exhibit 6. Statement of Haley Edwards, transcribed from email sent April 15, 2026. 1 Exhibit 1 contains the Notice for Administrative Hearing Regarding Business License No. 16606725, excerpts from the Gilroy City Code, the memorandum from Chief of Police Smithee recommending this business license revocation proceeding, and a copy of Resolution No. 97-17.

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3 After testimony concluded at the hearing on April 17, 2026, the Hearing Officer left the record open until the end of the April 20, 2026, business day, for the City to submit official records relating to the status of Respondent’s Tobacco Retailer’s Permit (TRP) and for the Respondent to submit the photograph of The Rock Zone store entry signage referenced in Ms. Vera’s testimony. Both parties were given until the end of the April 20, 2026, to submit briefing about the scope of the exemption allowing the sale of flavored shisha tobacco products in California Health & Safety Code §104559.5(c).

On April 17, 2026, Sargeant Guerin, on behalf of the city, submitted the following documents that were accepted into evidence:

Exhibit 7. Regulatory Permit issued to The Rock Zone on 05/21/2024, with License Expiration Date 12/31/2024.

Exhibit 8. Regulatory Permit issued to The Rock Zone ATML, Inc. on 02/04/2026, with License Expiration Date 12/31/2026.

Exhibit 9. Email from Sargeant Guerin dated 4/17/26 attaching regulatory permits and links to (1) Health & Safety Code §104559.5; (2) California Attorney General Unflavored Tobacco List Regulations; (3) Health & Safety Code §104559.1; (4) California Department of Justice Unflavored Tobacco List (UTL). 2 On April 20, 2026, Steve Defilippis, on behalf of respondent, filed his post hearing submission that was accepted into evidence as:

Exhibit 10. Cover letter (2 pages); photographic attachments (4 pages); business license and regulatory permit documents (8 pages).3
In addition, the Hearing Officer has taken administrative notice of the Gilroy Municipal Code, including Chapter 13,
4 as well as the city’s Finance Department
business license records, including:

Exhibit 11. Finance Department Receipt dated 1/21/2025 for The Rock Zone Tobacco Permit.
5 2https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=HSC&sectionNum=104559.5 https://oag.ca.gov/tobacco/flavorban/regulations
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?sectionNum=104559.1&lawCode=HSC https://utl.doj.ca.gov/
3 The contents of Exhibit 10 are further identified and discussed in the Analysis section below. 4 All citations are to the Gilroy Municipal Code unless otherwise noted. 5 An administrative hearing officer in California can take administrative notice of records of a city department, including “Facts not reasonably subject to dispute and capable of immediate and accurate determination by resort to official sources.” Cf. Evidence Code § 452(h).

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Gilroy City CouncilJune 15, 2026

Gilroy City Council
June 15, 2026