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Park and arrive anywhere in 3-7 minutes

Park and arrive anywhere in 3-7 minutes

By Brittney Sherman

To improve customer access, parking turnover, and the overall visitor experience, the City recently designated 18 parking spaces as 20-minute short-term parking. These spaces, equating to 1.4% of total Downtown public parking spaces, are located on side streets closest to Monterey Road and can be identified through green curb markings, street demarcation, and “20-MIN” pole signage. The Morgan Hill Police Department will issue courtesy violations for all Downtown time-limited parking spaces through December. Violations with citations upwards of $46 will begin in January 2027.

The installation of these spaces is part of an overarching Downtown Parking Strategy designed to provide quick and convenient access for customers, support passenger pick-up/drop-off, and reduce traffic from food delivery activity while encouraging employees and business owners to utilize other available Downtown parking areas.

Learn more about the Downtown Parking Strategy.

 
Expanding the Downtown Boundary

Expanding the Downtown Boundary

By Brittney Sherman

Over the next two years the City of Morgan Hill will update the current 2009 Downtown Specific Plan. The new plan, called the Greater Downtown Specific Plan, will extend the current Downtown boundaries north to Granada St., south to San Pedro Ave., and west to Galvan Park. This effort is funded by a Metropolitan Transportation Grant and focused on updates in four key areas: zoning density standards, affordable housing policy, parking management near Caltrain, station accessibility enhancement. Community outreach is underway and public feedback is valued and encouraged.

Learn more about the Greater Downtown Specific Plan and take the community survey.

 
Morgan Hill in Red, White and Blue

Morgan Hill in Red, White and Blue

By Brittney Sherman

The Morgan Hill Freedom Fest Parade will celebrate its 151st year in 2026, holding the record for the longest consecutive running parade in Northern California. Take part in the festivities by coming Downtown Morgan Hill on July 3rd for the Patriotic Sing and Family Music Fest. Come back on July 4th to get your blood pumping during the Freedom Run and your flags waving during the Cruise and Car Show and Parade. Finish out the day with live music and a fireworks show at the Outdoor Sports Complex.

See you full Freedom Fest Event Lineup.

 
Retailer receives Senate District 15 award

Retailer receives Senate District 15 award

By Brittney Sherman

For decades Royal Clothiers has served as a retail landmark in Downtown Morgan Hill. From outfitting high schoolers for prom, to tailoring custom suits, to displaying the newest Tommy Bahama products, Royal Clothiers has excelled at pairing high-quality menswear with top-notch customer service. Owner Carlos Perez recently announced his impending retirement and hopes to sell the store to someone who will keep the legacy alive. In recognition of his contributions and community support, he was awarded the 2026 Senate District 15 Small Business of the Year award.

Read more about Royal Clothiers in the Morgan Hill Times.

 
Get Your Groove On

Get Your Groove On

By Brittney Sherman

Nothing signals the beginning of Summer in Morgan Hill like the start of the Friday Night Music Series. The official 2026 entertainment lineup has been posted, showcasing a range of local favorites in addition to a few first-time performances. Dust off your lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy FREE live music, every Friday night from June 12th through August 21st at the Downtown Amphitheatre.

For the entertainment lineup and event details go HERE.

 
Painting the Spirit of a Place

Painting the Spirit of a Place

By Brittney Sherman

For three days, accomplished artists from diverse locations across the state paint outdoors at a location of their choice, inside a 20-mile radius of Morgan Hill. The aim is to capture the region’s diverse landscapes while fostering its identity as a growing arts scene. Winning artworks from the 5th Annual Morgan Hill Plein Air Paint Out are now on exhibit through June 28 at the Downtown Morgan Hill CURA Contemporary Art Gallery.

Read the full article in the Morgan Hill Times HERE.

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