Gilroy
Gilroy is a city of 62,000 at Santa Clara County's southern edge — the self-proclaimed Garlic Capital of the World, famous for its annual Garlic Festival. Incorporated 1870, governed by a seven-member district Council, where agriculture and affordable housing define its identity.
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Measure A (2016 Housing Bond) Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee has an upcoming meeting…
The Measure A (2016 Housing Bond) Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet on September 11, 2026, to review housing and major funding decisions affecting Santa Clara County, including Gilroy. This committee oversees the use of bond funds aimed at supporting affordable housing projects, a key issue for Gilroy given its ongoing challenges with housing production and meeting state-mandated goals.
Gilroy City Council recently held meetings on July 27 and August 3, 2026, continuing local governance activities though no new meetings are scheduled immediately. Residents should watch the upcoming Measure A committee meeting for potential funding decisions that could impact housing development in Gilroy. Elsewhere in the region, the Board of Directors will meet on September 15, 2026, which may also influence broader policy affecting the city. Housing remains a critical topic for Gilroy, which has a large housing pipeline but slow delivery, alongside other ongoing issues like the Civic Center Master Plan and pedestrian safety near schools.
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