Parks & Recreation Commission

About the Commission


This seven (7) member body is responsible for advising Recreation Staff, Planning Commission, and City Council on matters pertaining to public parks, urban forestry, and recreation in the advancement of park and recreation planning and programming. The Commission also makes recommendations to City Council on matters related to bicyclists and pedestrians with regards to education and encouragement functions*. This Commission sits as a review body during public hearing processes for parks and recreation master planning, and related park planning projects. Meetings are held the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. 

*: On January 24, 2022, the City Council of the City of Gilroy adopted Ordinance No. 2022-01 to consolidate the Bicycle Pedestrian Commission and placing their associated board functions under the authority of the Planning Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission for development review and educational activities.

Mission Statement
The Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Gilroy is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its citizens by promoting planning, acquisition, development, and sustainability of parks, trails, cultural, historical and other recreational areas. The commission embraces wellness and recreation, park safety, and inclusiveness for all ages and abilities because Parks Make Life Better.

Regular Meetings

  • 6 p.m.
  • The 3rd Tuesday of every month
  • City Council Chambers
    7351 Rosanna St.
    Gilroy, CA 95020

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas for all meetings are available no less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.  Minutes are available within ten business days following the meeting.

View the most recent agendas and minutes.

All Parks and Recreation Commission and other advisory body's Agendas, Agenda Packets, Minutes, and Meeting videos from 2018 through 2022 are currently available through the previous agenda portal.

Members

  1. Luis Ramirez

    Chair
    Email Luis Ramirez
    Phone: 408-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2026


  1. Emily Miller

    Commissioner
    Email Emily Miller
    Phone: 408-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2029


  1. Salvatore Bozzo

    Commissioner
    Phone: 408-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2027


  1. Javier Martinez

    Vice Chair
    Email Javier Martinez
    Phone: 408-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2028


  1. Andrew Brinton

    Email Andrew Brinton
    Phone: 40-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2029


  1. Jesse Jimenez

    Commissioner
    Email Jesse Jimenez
    Phone: 408-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2029


  1. Greg Felios

    Commissioner
    Email Greg Felios
    Phone: 408-846-0460

    Term expires: December 31, 2027