City of Gilroy City Council Study Session | April 2, 2026 | 8:30 AM

The City of Gilroy City Council held a study session on April 2, 2026, focused primarily on developing a structured performance evaluation process for the city administrator. The council discussed blending industry-standard qualitative performance measures with specific special initiatives tailored to Gilroy's priorities, such as economic development and public safety. A key topic was the weighting of subjective performance categories versus objective special initiatives, with differing opinions on which should carry more influence in the evaluation. The council also addressed the incorporation of measurable milestones for special initiatives and the potential for performance-based pay incentives, including a bonus structure of up to $40,000 tied to evaluation outcomes. The session concluded with plans for a follow-up study session to refine the evaluation criteria, milestones, and weighting, ensuring transparency and adaptability for future councils and city administrators.