Planning Commission Meeting | Thursday, May 7 at 6:00 PM

The City of Gilroy Planning Commission held a regular meeting on May 7, 2026, where key procurement-related discussions included a zoning ordinance amendment to prohibit new tobacco retailers and smoke shops in all commercial zoning districts. The commission reviewed and unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt the ordinance amendment, which defines smoke shops and restricts their establishment to address community health concerns. Additionally, the commission considered a resolution to request fiscal year 2027 Transportation Development Act Article 3 grant funding from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements near Lasanus School, with a project cost of $229,000. The commission unanimously recommended City Council approval of this grant funding request. The meeting also featured a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan, outlining future development concepts and environmental review status, though no direct procurement actions were taken on this item. Overall, the meeting focused on regulatory zoning changes affecting tobacco retail businesses and advancing funding for transportation safety projects.