News/Blog

June 11, 2024

Berries and cherries are ripe for the picking

By Brittney Sherman

There are 20 farms in and around Morgan Hill producing everything from tomatoes, to cherries, to milk! U-pick farms offer a unique hands-on experience and are currently brimming with sun ripened cherries and berries. Attend a farm-to-table event at Terra Amico or MOHI Farm, taste wine at one of 30 award-winning wineries on the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail or drop by the Morgan Hill Certified Farmer’s Market to buy locally grown ingredients to make your favorite dish at home.

Visit a farm HERE.

May 21, 2024

Pirate Paradise featured on NBC Bay Area News

By Brittney Sherman

Step onto Rich Firato’s Morgan’s Cove property and be transported to the world of pirates! From a real-life pirate ship to a Poppy Jasper gold mine, Rich has created a place where history, education, and fun can be had by children and adults alike.

Watch the NBC Bay Area News video clip HERE.

May 15, 2024

Economic Mobility Symposium

By Brittney Sherman

Join us at the Granada Theatre as we bring together diverse thought leaders to explore economic mobility, with a specific emphasis on (1) tackling the barriers faced by Spanish-speaking community members in accessing housing, education, and career opportunities, and, (2) nurturing a feeling of inclusion on their path towards upward mobility.

This in-person event will bring together experts and professionals to take a deep dive into the Morgan Hill Demographic Report and explore ways to improve economic mobility for all. Don't miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain valuable knowledge to drive positive change in our communities.

Learn more about Morgan Hill’s Economic Mobility effort HERE.

May 13, 2024

4Q23 Sales tax results

By Brittney Sherman

Similar to the State (-2.5%), County (-2.8%), and Bay Area (-4.9%) sales tax results, Morgan Hill’s 4th quarter numbers were also down year-over-year. This decrease is mainly contributed to a 21% decline in the food and drug group, a 4.1% decline in the auto and transportation group, and fluctuating prices of fuel and building materials. As a result of in-store and online holiday purchases the general consumer goods group increased, along with the restaurant and hotel group as patrons continued dining locally despite increasing menu prices.

Read the full report HERE.

May 09, 2024

500,000 sq.ft. added to industrial inventory

By Brittney Sherman

In the last three years approximately 1.5 million sq.ft. of industrial space has been constructed within the City of Morgan Hill. Cochrane Technology Center, the newest completed industrial project located at the corner of Cochrane and Hwy 101, consists of 5 class A buildings ranging in size from 73,668 sq.ft. to 138,698 sq.ft. This development is currently the largest speculative industrial facility built and available in Silicon Valley.

Learn more about Cochrane Technology Center HERE.