Residents push Gilroy council for third‑party review and ordinance updates amid Amazon data center build Community organizers and students asked the council to hire a third‑party expert to assess water use, safety and community impacts of the Amazon Web Services data center under construction and urged updates to local ordinances to ensure accountability.

Gilroy residents are rallying for a third-party review of the controversial Amazon data center, voicing concerns over its impact on the community, environment, and local jobs.

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Gilroy council presses CMAP for audits, opts to renegotiate contract with local oversight City staff told council that Community Media Access Partnership failed to deliver key financial reports and audits; CMAP’s executive director said the nonprofit is rebuilding and asked for time. Council directed staff to negotiate a restructured, accountability‑focused agreement that keeps services local and requires progress checks.

Gilroy's City Council is demanding accountability from the Community Media Access Partnership after missing key financial reports, but CMAP's director insists they're on the path to recovery—can they turn things around?

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Canine Maui Enhances Community Engagement in Gilroy Schools and Events Maui the therapy dog strengthens connections in Gilroy through school visits and public events.

Meet Maui, the therapy dog who's not just a beloved fixture in Gilroy schools but also a symbol of hope and connection for the entire community!

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Gilroy council hears urgent plea for CDBG funding to support low-income home repairs Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley urges Gilroy council to maintain critical funding for home repairs.

Gilroy's council meeting revealed urgent pleas for funding to support vital home repairs, highlighting the struggles of low-income residents living in unsafe conditions.

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Gilroy City Council considers Map D for fair representation of East Side community Local leaders debate district maps ensuring equitable representation for Gilroy's minority communities.

Gilroy's future hangs in the balance as passionate residents rally for fair representation, urging the council to choose Map D to honor marginalized voices.

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Gilroy City Council appoints Ken Binder as interim police chief effective June 2 Council unanimously approves Ken Binder's appointment as interim police chief starting June 2.

Gilroy is gearing up for a leadership change as Ken Binder steps in as interim police chief, following Chief Pedro Espinosa's retirement after 30 years of dedicated service.

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City Council welcomes new Police Chief Rob Flea up at regular meeting City Council introduces Chief Rob Flea up during a meeting highlighting community governance.

Gilroy City Council's latest meeting not only welcomed new Police Chief Rob Flea but also set the stage for crucial discussions about community representation and engagement.

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Gilroy welcomes new Fire Chief Rob Cleop and promotes two fire engineers Fire Chief Rob Cleop introduces himself and celebrates promotions of fire engineers in Gilroy.

Gilroy welcomes its new Fire Chief Rob Cleop, alongside exciting promotions in the fire department, while celebrating community health and infrastructure initiatives!

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Gilroy City Council finalizes transition to district elections with map selection Council selects district election map while emphasizing community representation and input.

Gilroy is on the brink of a pivotal change as the City Council prepares to select a district election map that could redefine representation for its diverse communities.

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Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley urges Gilroy council to restore critical home repair funding Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley requests renewed CDBG funds at June 2 council meeting.

Gilroy's most vulnerable residents face a dire situation as funding for essential home repairs hangs in the balance, threatening the safety and stability of families in need.

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