FY 2425 2526 Recommended Operating Budget

About the City (continued)

Morgan Hill's quality of life is a result of thoughtful planning and growth management practices, competitively priced housing, business development opportunities, premier Community amenities. Morgan Hill has year - round recreational activities, including cycling, golfing, hiking, swimming, and boating. The City has invested in world - class recreational facilities such as the Outdoor Sports Center that offers 11 multi - use fields and

the Aquatics Center that has an Olympic - size pool that is considered one of the fastest pools among competitive swimmers. These recreational facilities along with the 22 parks, nine miles of trails, and an all inclusive Magical Bridge playground provide an outdoor lifestyle that brings balance to the fast - paced culture of Silicon Valley.

Morgan Hill ’ s natural geography, surrounded by rolling hills, lakes, golf courses, pick - your own farms, and award - winning wineries, coupled with an energetic yet quaint Downtown that offers visitors and residents a memorable culinary experience, unique shopping, and signature festivals like the 4 th of July Freedom Fest celebration, make Morgan Hill the perfect home or get - away destination within the Bay Area. Morgan Hill ’ s spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship bottled in a charming, small - town feel make it a unique oasis within

Silicon Valley. Government

Incorporated in 1906, Morgan Hill is a General Law City encompassing 13 square miles with a council - manager form of government. There are four Council Districts. The Morgan Hill City Council is made up of five elected officials. The mayor is directly elected at - large by the voters and serves a two - year term. The City Council Members are elected by districts to four - year terms. The City Treasurer is also elected to four - year terms. The City has several commissions including a Planning Commission, a Library, Culture and Arts Commission, and a Parks and Recreation Commission, all made up of volunteers appointed by the City Council. The City has two Business Improvement Districts to support Downtown improvements (Downtown Property Based Improvement District) and tourism (Tourism Business Improvement District).

GENERAL INFORMATION 31