We're thrilled to announce exciting new activities and tours leading to the grand festival day!

Get ready to spread your wings and embark on an extraordinary weeklong celebration of birds, starting on Monday, January 29!

Pre- registration is required with Galt Parks & Recreation. For a list of activities and tours, please see below:

Get ready to mark your calendars because our much-loved Saturday Market series is back and better than ever! Starting in March and continuing through November, this open-air extravaganza promises a delightful escape into a world of gastronomic delights, unique crafts, lively entertainment, and much more.

Make a date with us every FIRST Saturday of the month and join the festivities.

We're excited to announce that we are now accepting vendors and sponsors for this fantastic event! If you're a vendor with delicious treats, crafts, or seasonal offerings, or if you're interested in sponsoring this vibrant community celebration, connect with us today!

The Galt City Council recently allocated funding to replace the Gora Aquatic Center waterslide, and we need your input. Please take a moment to review the proposed designs and participate in this survey.

Your vote is crucial in selecting a design that truly reflects the desires of our community.

Thank you for being an essential part of this exciting decision-making process!

To view the proposed designs and participate in the survey:

We are pleased to share significant developments coming to Walker Park!

In May 2023, City of Galt staff applied for a grant from the Land and Water Conservation Fund Program for Walker Park Phase IIA improvements. And, in December 2023, the City was notified of a $2.65M grant award! Unfortunately, this is only half of the total funding needed to complete the entire project ($5.3M).

Recognizing how important of a project this is to the City, the Galt City Council recently allocated the remaining funds to complete the entire Walker Park Phase IIA improvements.

This improvement will elevate the park's overall experience by adding three youth ball fields, restrooms, landscaping, and paved parking.

Anticipated for completion by the end of 2026, this transformative project aims to deliver an upgraded Walker Park that will significantly benefit our community.

Stay tuned for further updates on this exciting project.

Mark your calendars for our annual Shred Event on Saturday, April 6, from 7:30am to 11:30am at the Galt Market Grounds.

Protect your personal information, shred your documents - don't throw them in the trash! Bring up to three standard storage boxes full of documents to shred or one garbage bag full of documents. You must be a resident of the City of Galt (residing within the City limits). Please bring proof of residency or a utility statement.

For more information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at clerk@cityofgalt.org or (209)366-7130.

We're thrilled to announce that all Baking Classes start next weekend, bringing a delightful array of culinary experiences for all ages!

• Cookie Monster Workshop (Ages 2 1/2 to 6):
  10:00 am - 11:00 am
  Session Fee: $99 | Material Fee: $25 (due on the first day of class)
• Young Bakers Academy (Ages 6-14):
  12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  Session Fee: $129 | Material Fee: $25 (due on the first day of class)
• Cake Decorating 101 (Ages 13+):
  3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  Session Fee: $159 | Material Fee: $30 (due on the first day of class)

All classes are on Sundays in February (4, 11, 18, and 25) at the Chabolla Community Center Kitchen, 600 Chabolla Ave, Galt, CA.

The City of Galt Youth T-Ball Registration is now open! A fantastic opportunity for boys and girls ages 4 & 5 to step up to the plate and experience the joy of playing ball on the diamond.

Registration is open from January 22 to February 20, with a $75 fee for the eight-week season. The season kicks off on April 6 and features games on Mondays through Saturdays.

Don't miss out on this season of swing, hit, and home run fun!

Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the excitement of our Adult Men’s and Co-Ed Softball League!

Gather your teammates and get ready for an unforgettable season of friendly competition and camaraderie. Monday nights are reserved for Men’s Softball, while Co-Ed games unfold every Thursday.

Prepare for an engaging eight game season with the top three teams making playoffs. Game slots are at 7:00 pm, 8:00 pm, and 9:00 pm to accommodate youth teams.

Registration fee: $510 per team ($40 late fee after March 25)

Mark your calendars! Galt Gators Recreational Swim Team registration begins on February 1!

The Galt Gators Recreational Swim Team is for swimmers who want to improve their swimming skills and participate in meets with other recreational swim teams during the season. Practices kick off on April 2 and late registration fees apply after this date.

Galt Gators is open to swimmers ages 4 - 18  Registration fee: $202 per swimmer
League fee: $20

For the safety of City staff, please do not put any items other than household batteries in the battery drop- off bins. Other items could cause injury to staff or damage to the batteries, causing them to leak. Also, no tape is required on most household batteries. Tape is only required on the terminals of rechargeable and lithium-based batteries. Please note that battery drop-off bins are only for residential use (not commercial).

Battery Drop- off locations:

• Galt Police Department, 455 Industrial Dr.
• Galt Community Park, 1000 Walnut Ave,

Thank You for recycling your batteries and keeping them OUT of your regular trash.

For more information on where to dispose of other household hazardous waste items, call Public Works at (209) 366-7260 visit the Household Hazardous Waste webpage:

Explore the exciting opportunities as a lifeguard with starting pay at $18.80 per hour! Not only will you enjoy a competitive salary, but you can also maximize your earnings through retention and referral bonuses.

• Retention Bonuses: $100 for every 100 hours worked (max. $300) *Eligible hours worked from February– September 2024.
• Referral Bonus: $100 paid if you refer a friend/candidate who is hired.
• Free Training Courses: Lifeguard and CPR certification (City will pay for courses – value of $200)

The City of Galt is happy to share the Galt Joint Union Elementary School District's January Newsletter.
The newsletter is available in both English and Spanish.