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Hollister Boy Scout Troop 436 Christmas Tree Pick Up
2017-01-07 00:00 - 2017-01-08 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hollister's Boy Scout Troop 436 and San Juan Bautista's Troop 428 will be providing curbside pick-up service for Christmas trees. The troops are asking for an $8 donation. All trees are recycled.

Sunday, January 1st
Saturday, January 7th
Sunday, January 8th

On the pick-up dates, please leave your tree visible at the curb by 9:00 a.m., stripped of all decorations and stands. Trees do not need to be cut in sections. We accept flocked trees. Donations can be left under the doormat. Both cities are served twice on each pick-up date between 9 am and 2 pm. No need to call to give us an address unless you have special instructions. Please call for special pick-ups outside the city limits.
On the pick-up dates, we will also have drop sites available at Veteran's Memorial Park, and at the San Juan Bautista Scout House.
For Hollister trees, please make checks payable to BSA Troop 436. For San Juan Bautista trees, please make checks payable to BSA Troop 428. Donations can also be mailed to: BSA Troop 436, 1760-F Airline Hwy PMB#141, Hollister, CA 95023. Mail donations for San Juan Bautista to BSA Troop 428 P.O. Box 847 San Juan Bautista, CA 95045.
If you have special instructions, such as directions, gate codes, or additional questions, please email hollistertroop436@gmail.com for Hollister or san.juan.troop0428@gmail.com for San Juan Bautista.
Boy Scout Troops 436 and 428 thank you for your support.

Christmas Tree Pick Up - Hollister
2017-01-07 00:00 - 2017-01-08 23:59

Community Yoga
2017-01-09 00:00 - 2018-12-31 23:59
Community yoga for all levels

No Yoga 12/24- 12/27 and no yoga 1/1/18

City of San Juan Bautista Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
2017-01-11 00:00 - 2018-01-10 23:59
The Objective of the Strategic Planning Committee is to develop a Strategic Plan for the implementation of the General Plan of the City of San Juan Bautista. We advise and assist the City Council in the implementation of the General Plan. The Strategic Plan is a guide to implementing the General Plan.
The Committee is divided into sub-committees. The sub-committees receive input from the community, research ideas and help the City Council put those plans into action.
The committees are,
Historic Preservation & Community Design Sub-Committee
Business Development and Tourism
Arts, Culture, Recreation & Wellness
Government & Communications
Agriculture Environment & Land Use
Youth
Vision-Mission Statements
Membership on the Strategic Plan Committee shall be representative of the entire community insofar as that is possible in order to provide a broad and all-inclusive vision of the community.
Members of the Strategic Plan Committee are appointed by the City Council of the City of San Juan Bautista.

Gavilan Joint Community College District Board of Trustees Meeting
2017-01-11 00:00 - 2018-01-10 23:59
Please check the meeting schedule for the location of each meeting which may vary from building to building to accommodate campus repairs underway and to adhere to the long-standing practice of conducting board meetings at each of Gavilan's sites (Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Hollister, and now Coyote Valley).
https://www.gavilan.edu/administration/board/schedule.php
The Gavilan Joint Community College District Board of Trustees is responsible for setting policy for the District. Registered voters in geographical divisions elect the seven Board members for four-year terms. The public is welcome to address the Board on particular agenda items and may do so at the time it is presented. Individuals wishing to address the Board on a non-agenda item may do so during the Citizens' Interim. However, no action may be taken on an item which is not on the agenda. Individuals wishing to have an item appear on the agenda must submit the item in writing to the Superintendent/President two weeks prior to the regularly scheduled meeting. The Board President and Superintendent/President will determine what items will be included in the agendas.

Hollister School District Board of Trustees Meeting
2017-01-11 00:00 - 2018-01-10 23:59

SBC Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
2017-01-12 00:00 - 23:59

Workforce Development Board Meeting
2017-01-13 00:00 - 23:59
San Benito County Workforce Development Board (WDB)
Running Rooster, 800 San Benito Street * Hollister, CA 95023
January 13, 2017 @ 8:30 A.M.
Full Workforce Development Board
AGENDA
For the health and safety of staff & guests all meetings are fragrance free
I.GENERAL INFORMATION:
II.Public Comment Period: Guests may introduce themselves and request to comment on any non-agenda items. Time is limited to five minutes per guest unless the board determines that more time is needed.
III.Regular Agenda:
A.Roll Call: Roll will be taken to determine excused absences for attendance requirements.
B.Executive Committee MeetingThe minutes of the December 13, 2016 Executive Committee meeting are for board information.
C.Full WDB Meeting Minutes: The October 11, 2016 full WDB meeting minutes are for review and approval. Action Required
IV.CONSENT AGENDA:
A.Board Announcements:
Workforce Services Directives: Provided for WDB information were links to the most recent directive WSD16-13 and 16-14. A summary of these directives is enclosed.
Workforce Services Information Notices: Provided for WDB information are links to the most recent information notices WSIN16-24 thru 16-27. A summary of these directives is enclosed.
D.DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:
1.Workforce Development Board Logo: The draft WDB logos are board discussion and approval. Action Required.
2.Board Membership:
a.New Applications: An application was received by James Dion, the new EDD Manager for the Hollister Office. Action Required.
b.Reappointments: The term of Richard Bianchi is due to expire on February 7, 2017 he has agreed to another 3 year term. Action Required.
c.Recognition of Kathy Hough: At their January 24, 2017, meeting The BOS will recognize Kathy Hough for 9 years of service on the WDB.
Local & Regional Plans: California Workforce Association (CWA) and staff will provide an update to the Board on the Local Plan.
E.Committee Updates:
1.Audit & Evaluation:
2.Bylaws Committee: The Bylaws have been submitted to County Counsel for review and approval. Once approved they will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors for final approval.
Layoff Aversion Services: The Layoff Aversion report will be presented to the Board of Supervisors at their January 24, 2017.
IV.Additional Information:
A.Meeting Calendar: Meeting Calendar for 2017 is .
B.Member Roster: The updated member and committees roster is . Highlighted on the roster are members who must complete the following:
AB124 Ethics Training: NEW LINK to complete the ethics training is: http://localethics.fppc.ca.gov/login.aspx
V.Adjournment:

The next Executive Committee meeting is scheduled on February 14, 2017, Ste. 107 – 3.00 P.M.
The next Full WDB meeting is scheduled on April 11, 2017, Ste. 108 – 3 P.M.

San Benito County Community Action Board Committee
2017-01-13 00:00 - 2018-01-12 23:59
In order to reduce poverty in its community, a Community Action Agency works to better focus available local, state, private, and federal resources to assist low income individuals and families to acquire useful skills and knowledge, gain access to new opportunities, and achieve economic self-sufficiency. The San Benito County Community Action Board consists of a tripartite board consisting of one third elected officials or their representatives, one third service providers or local businesses and one third low income representatives.

San Juan Bautista Water Forum & Council Goal-Setting Workshop
2017-01-14 00:00 - 23:59
The City of San Juan Bautista will host a Water Forum on Saturday, Jan. 14, to assist the public with any questions or concerns regarding the new water meters, fees, rates and billing, water sources and quality, and delivery/infrastructure. The forum will take place at the Mission San Juan Bautista Parish Center located at 406 2nd St. in San Juan Bautista. The water forum presentation will be from 10-11 a.m., followed by a Q&A from 11 a.m. to noon. After lunch, there will be a City Council Goal-Setting Workshop from 1-3 p.., which will include capital improvement projects, transparency, economic development, and city policies and procedures. For more information, please call 831-623-4661.

Pinnacles Martin Luther King Jr. Day Service Event
2017-01-16 00:00 - 23:59
“Everybody can be great…because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verb agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Designated as a federal holiday in 1938 MLK Jr. Day celebrates the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This day honors his legacy by being the only federal holiday recognized as a national day of service that encourages citizens to be empowered and get involved with their communities.
Join Pinnacles as we make it a day on and not a day off with a service project in the park on January 16th. The service project will start at 9 am this Monday. Meet at the East Entrance Visitor Center at 8:30 am for registration. To reflect Dr. King’s love for community, Pinnacles Partnership is partnering with the San Benito Community Food Bank for the event. There will be a donation bin for canned goods at the registration table. Volunteers are encouraged to bring nonperishable items to donate.
The service project will be three hours long wrapping up at noon. Come prepared with sturdy shoes, a water bottle and a great attitude. All tools and necessary personal protection equipment will be provided by the park as well as water. Service projects are family friendly. All are welcome!
Groups over 15 please register. Children under 18 need a parental release form signed.
For more information please contact the Volunteer Office by email at pinn_volunteer@nps.gov or by phone at 831-389-4486 ext. 243.

San Benito County Planning Commission Meeting
2017-01-18 00:00 - 2017-12-21 23:59
To assist the residents, landowners, farmers, and business owners in San Benito County in land use planning, zoning, land division, building permits and building inspections and code enforcement.
To ensure the orderly and balanced growth and development of San Benito County while maintaining its quality of life and natural environment

San Juan Bautista City Council Meeting
2017-01-18 00:00 - 2018-01-17 23:59

Hollister Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee Meeting
2017-01-19 00:00 - 2018-01-18 23:59
This committee is open to any Chamber Member. This is a working committee helping to promote tourism in San Benito County. The committee works on different projects through out the year

Household Hazardous Waste Collection
2017-01-21 00:00 - 23:59
The San Benito Integrated Waste Management Regional Agency sponsors Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection days. These events serve the cities of Hollister, San Juan Bautista, and the unincorporated areas of San Benito County. The purpose is for residents of San Benito County to lawfully dispose of household hazardous waste that is not accepted by the landfill. Hazardous wastes are any unused or leftover portions of products containing toxic chemicals, batteries, and fluorescent bulbs. There is no charge for dropping off this waste. This program is limited to household hazardous waste generated by residential use. Businesses should email jsimmons@cosb.us for disposal information. The limit is either 15 gallons (total) or 125 pounds of material per trip.
3rd Saturday of Each Month
9 am – Noon
John Smith Road Landfill
2650 John Smith Road
Hollister, CA 95023
What is Household Hazardous Waste?
Any hazardous waste that you use in your home, yard, or garage, including automotive fluids (oil, gas, etc), can be brought to the HHW collection event. They will often have POISON, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS printed on the label.

In the Yard: Pesticides, Fungicides, Weed Killers, Pool Chemicals, Small Propane Tanks
In the Garage: Antifreeze, Oil & Filters, Gasoline, Wash & Polishes, Auto Batteries, Engine Cleaners, Brake Fluid
In the Workshop: Paint (all kinds), Paint Thinner, Wood Preservatives, Glues & Adhesives, Solvents, Photo Chemicals
In the House: Ammonia Based Cleaners, Bleach Based Cleaners, Aerosol Sprays, Polishes, Fluorescent Lamps, Nail Polish & Remover, Medications & Syringes

NOT ACCEPTED: Explosives, Ammunition, Radioactive Waste, and Biological Waste (syringes & lancets must be in an approved Sharps container available free to San Benito County residents). For additional information on collection programs, call the San Benito County Integrated Waste Management Regional Agency at 831-636-4110

Learning and Loving Education Center Charity Event @ Bubbles Wine Bar
2017-01-23 00:00 - 23:59
The Learning and Loving Education Center in Morgan Hill will be holding its annual fundraiser at Bubbles Wine Bar in Morgan Hill on Monday, January 23rd from 3-8 p.m. $30 includes your choice of one Tapas plate and one beverage; a glass of red, white or sparkling wine, beer or soft drink. Join us for tapas plate flatbreads, brie crostini’s, pulled pork sliders & more! Proceeds donated to the Learning & Loving Education Center in Morgan Hill.

safeTALK
2017-01-23 00:00 - 2017-03-13 23:59
safeTALK is a half-day alertness training that prepares anyone over the age of 15, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognize these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving intervention resources, such as caregivers trained in ASIST. This is a wonderful training opportunity for community service providers and first responders in San Benito County.

For more information please e-mail Rosie Valdez at: rvaldezfsa@gmail.com

Provided by San Benito County Behavioral Health and Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast and made possible by MHSA Prop 63 funding

ONE-LIFE Training
2017-01-23 00:00 - 2017-03-13 23:59
The ONE-LIFE: Suicide Intervention Skills Training is a training module developed by Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast (SPS). By combining aspects of evidence-based suicide prevention and intervention practices, the ONE-LIFE training teaches first responders and community service providers skills to assist in identifying and responding to individuals experiencing a suicidal crisis, effective communication and listening skills, and knowledge about local resources, including SPS’ tri-county, 24-HR, free, multilingual suicide crisis line.
In the ONE-LIFE training, participants will learn how to:

Build awareness of the prevalence of suicide worldwide, nationally and locally
Recognize and combat the influence of stigma and myths in regards to suicide
Recognize the different factors and warning signs involved in suicide deaths
Engage: How to begin the conversation with someone at-risk
Use active listening skills
Learn to ask about suicidality
Conduct a risk assessment
De-escalate and Create a Safety Plan
Find support and debrief

The training will conclude with a brief question and answer segment.

Participants must remain for the entire training (2 hours total):
1:00pm-3:00pm
Cost of Training: FREE

Facilitator: Rosalina Valdez, Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast

Space is limited, Registration is required
For Registration form email: rvaldezfsa@gmail.com
Call 831-459-9373 for more information.

Special thanks to San Benito County Behavioral Health for making this training possible.

San Benito County Board of Supervisors Meeting
2017-01-24 00:00 - 2018-01-23 23:59
The County Board of Supervisors will recognize the public trust it holds, will on all occasions conduct business with honesty, integrity, and respect for the individual, and will hold the organization of County government to that same standard. The Board of Supervisors is the governing body of the County and certain special districts. The Board enacts ordinances and resolutions, appropriates funds, determines land use zoning for unincorporated area, and appoints certain County officers, including members of various boards and commissions.

City of Hollister Airport Advisory Commission Meeting
2017-01-26 00:00 - 2018-02-01 23:59
The City Council receives advisory support regarding policy issues from an appointed seven member Airport Advisory Commission Board.

City of Hollister Planning Commission Meeting
2017-01-27 00:00 - 2018-01-26 23:59
City of Hollister Planning Commission is a five member committee appointed by the City Council to review matters related to planning and development. These meetings consider land use matters, which include such things as the General Plan, specific plans, rezoning, use permits, and subdivisions.

Local Agency Formation Commission Meeting
2017-01-27 00:00 - 2018-01-26 23:59
The mission of the San Benito County Local Agency Formation Commission is to:Encourage the orderly growth of local communities, Preserve agricultural lands, Discourage urban sprawl, Assure efficient local government service.

34 Annual Rotary Mission 10 Race
2017-01-28 00:00 - 23:59
This event is in its 34th year. It is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hollister and all proceeds go to benefit local scholarships and charities. San Juan Bautista is a small California Mission town just off Hwy 101 appoximately 50 miles south of San Jose. The four races: 1/2 marathon, 10 miles, 5k and 1 Mile kids fun run, all start and finish in front of the historic and beautiful San Juan Mission. The area is rural and the course takes runners through farm land and up the Anzar hills. Medals are awarded three deep in standard age categories. The 1/2 marathon and 10 mile races are particularly good training for upcoming spring marathons. Theme teams encouraged.

Election Advisory Group Meeting
2017-02-01 00:00 - 23:59
Get involved in your Community! Be Informed! A group committed to the vision of full-community participation in the electoral process.

San Benito County Elections Advisory Group Meeting
Held last Tuesday of the Month
Hall of Records (Old Courthouse)
440 5th Street, Room 101, Hollister
Questions, call Francisco Diaz (831) 636-4016

FREE Tax Prep - VITA - By Appointment
2017-02-01 00:00 - 2017-04-12 23:59
Certified preparers make sure you receive the largest refund possible
Refunds in 7-10 business days with direct deposit
Household income must be less than $54,000
WHAT TO BRING

Photo ID for you & significant other
Social Security Card or ITIN for all household members
W-2s, 1099s,1098s and any other tax forms you receive
Voided check for direct deposit
Last year*s tax return (optional)

for more information or to schedule an appointment call Trino at: (831) 637-9293 or E-mail: jserrano@cosb.us

City of Hollister Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
2017-02-01 00:00 - 2018-01-31 23:59
The Parks and Recreation Commission serves as an advisory body to the City Council whose charge is to promote, achieve, and ensure that adequate and comprehensive policies, programs, services, and recreation facilities exist for the citizens of the City of Hollister.

FREE Tax Prep - VITA
2017-02-02 00:00 - 2017-04-13 23:59, 2017-02-04 00:00 - 2017-04-01 23:59

TK/Kindergarten Registration Week
2017-02-06 00:00 - 23:59
Hollister School Distinct schools will begin registering Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten students the week of February 6 – 10, 2017. Visit your neighborhood school for details or visit www.HESD.org

FREE Tax Prep - VITA - By Appointment
2017-02-06 00:00 - 2017-04-10 23:59
Certified preparers make sure you receive the largest refund possible
Refunds in 7-10 business days with direct deposit
Household income must be less than $54,000
WHAT TO BRING
Photo ID for you & significant other
Social Security Card or ITIN for all household members
W-2s, 1099s,1098s and any other tax forms you receive
Voided check for direct deposit
Last year*s tax return (optional)
for more information or to schedule an appointment call wTrino at: (831) 637-9293 or E-mail: jserrano@cosb.us
