Communication and Engagement
The Communication and Engagement team is dedicated to bridging the gap between the decisions of local government and the community through providing timely, engaging, and important information and, when deemed appropriate, consulting with and receiving feedback from the community. The Communication and Engagement team uses various tools to inform residents about City services, initiatives, and programs. They include the following:
The City of Gilroy uses a range of social media sites to inform and engage our residents wherever they are, instantaneously. These sites allow the City to share information, images, and video with the public in a timely fashion that gives residents the ability to interact with staff by commenting and asking questions.
Facebook 
- City of Gilroy Facebook
- Gilroy City Hall Meetings Facebook
- Gilroy Police Department Facebook
- Gilroy Fire Department Facebook
- Gilroy Recreation Facebook
- Gilroy Senior Center Facebook
- Gilroy Special Friends Facebook
- Gilroy Public Works Facebook
Instagram
Twitter
- City of Gilroy Twitter
- Gilroy Police Department Twitter
- Gilroy Recreation Twitter
- Gilroy Public Works Twitter
Youtube
Nextdoor
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COVID-19 Testing
Testing continues to be one of the most important tools in the fight against COVID-19. Free testing is available for anyone without symptoms at the following locations: Read on... -
COVID-19 Vaccine Updates
Santa Clara County announced today that in addition to all healthcare personnel in Phase 1A being eligible for COVID-19 vaccination, some health systems in the County are now allowing Santa Clara County residents who are age 75 and older to receive . . . Read on... -
Spanish Language Community Forum with the County
Santa Clara County will be hosting a joint community forum with the cities of Morgan Hill and Gilroy to discuss COVID-19, directives, and local resources. The forum will be virtual and will be in Spanish only. . . Read on... -
City of Gilroy and Silicon Valley Clean Energy 2020 Benefits Summary
In 2016, the City of Gilroy and twelve other local communities formed Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) to provide the region with clean electricity at competitive rates, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and fight climate change. SVCE recently . . . Read on... -
Openings on Boards and Commissions
The City still has openings on Boards and Commissions. Applications are available online and appointments will be considered by City Council on February 1, 2021. . . Read on...
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Contact Us
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Rachelle Bedell
Communication and Engagement Manager
(408) 846-0443
rachelle.bedell@cityofgilroy.org