Your Connect with Galt Newsletter: Voting Information at Your Fingertips

Galt City Hall
380 Civic Dr
Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Election Day: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm

Marian O. Lawrence Library
1000 Caroline Ave
Tuesday to Saturday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Election Day: 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Comfort Inn & Suites
10380 Twin Cities Rd
Daily: 24 hours
Election Day: Closes at 8:00 pm

From October 26 through Election Day, November 5, these Vote Centers will be open in Galt and offer Spanish language assistance:

Littleton Community Center
410 Civic Dr
Daily: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
November 5 - Election Day: 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance
210 N Lincoln Way
Daily: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
November 5 - Election Day: 7:00 am to 8:00 pm

Sacramento County Voter Resource

For information on registering to vote and viewing election results, visit Voter Registration & Elections (saccounty.gov).

Carly Saunders - Interim Finance Director COG

We're happy to announce that our own Carly Saunders has accepted the position of Interim Finance Director for the City of Galt. In this leadership role, Carly has responsibility for financial management of our many systems and processes that support our City's operations. She has served the City since 2018. Congratulations to Carly and thank you for your dedication to the City of Galt.

Office Hours with the Mayor

Mayor Paul Sandhu will host community office hours every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Each session is limited to 30 minutes, available by appointment only. To schedule time to engage with Mayor Sandhu, call the City Clerk’s office at (209) 366-7130 x 7 or send an email to Clerk@CityOfGalt.org.

Congratulations to Our City's Finance Team for This Award of Excellence in Financial Reporting

Congratulations to our City's Finance team which received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.

Presented by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States & Canada, this certificate is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting. GFOA stated that the attainment of this certificate represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

The City is proud of our Finance team for earning this high distinction in financial governance. Well done!

Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources, and practical research for more than 21,000 members and the communities they serve. Learn more about GFOA: www.gfoa.org/.

Kiwanis Bark Park Grand Re-Opening

This Saturday, October 12
Monterey Park
1170 Monterey Bay Court
10:00 am to Noon

We're barking we're so excited! The Grand Re-Opening of our nicely upgraded Kiwanis Club of Galt Bark Park is finally here for all our dog families of Galt to enjoy.

Hoomans, it's time to bring out your pups and compete in *contests for ribbons and prizes, shop the vendors, watch a K-9 demo by Galt Police Department, take cute pics in our photo lounge, enjoy treats from the food truck, and connect with our friendly local dog community. Our kind friends from Wilton Animal Rescue will be on site with future family members for meeting and adoption.

*Contest categories include Best Costume, Dog/Owner Look-Alike, Cutest, Best in Show, Best Personality, Special Talent, and Obedience.

Start wagging those tails and run over to the Grand Re-Opening of Galt's beloved Kiwanis Bark Park, this Saturday at 10 am.

Come on out for the City of Galt's Annual Spookishly Fun Movie Night on Friday, October 25 at Veterans Field. Everyone can enjoy sweets from different Trick or Treat stations and play fun games. We encourage all to wear their favorite family-friendly costumes and stroll around to multiple concessions and attractions. Bring your blankets, chairs, and other cozies for a showing of the Halloween movie classic, Ghostbusters, starting at sunset.

Admission is FREE, the gates at Veterans Field open at 5:45 pm.

Host a Trick or Treat Station on Friday, October 25!

Calling all local businesses and community groups: Be a part of a fun community event and promote your business at the same time. Host a Trick or Treat station at our Friday, October 25, Spookishly Fun Movie Night. It's a great way to connect with the Galt community in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Call 209-366-7115 or email JGarcia@CityOfGalt.org to sign up.

Let's have some fun at the 5th Annual Old Town Galt Trick or Treat on 4th Street event on Saturday, October 26 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Join the community and friends as local businesses and organizations share free sweets with families of Galt. For more information click this link.

Galt Youth Basketball Needs You: Volunteer Coaches

FREE Coaches Training on Saturday, October 26 at the Chabolla Center!

Are you passionate about basketball and looking to make a positive impact in our community? The City of Galt's Youth Basketball Program needs YOUR help.

We are seeking volunteer coaches for Galt's youth basketball teams spanning Grades 1 through 8. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just love the game, we welcome your enthusiasm and dedication to nurturing our young players.

And we make sure that all coaches are equipped to manage a team. We will hold a coaches training session, free of charge on Saturday, October 26 at 9:00 am at the Chabolla Community Center.

For more information and to sign up as a coach, visit our website: www.cityofgalt.org/youthsports.

Info on Registering Players

1st grade Registration: September 9th - November 25th or until 60 players maximum is reached. $25 late fee will apply November 26th - December 2nd.

2nd - 8th grade Registration: September 9th - October 14th. $25 late fee will apply October 15th - October 21st.

Participants must be registered with Parks & Recreation prior to attending tryouts. Players who are unable to tryout will be placed on a team by lottery.

*Please check your email including junk/spam folder for emails from P&R for updates or changes. One Head Coach and one Assistant Coach can each "freeze" one player per team. Siblings are the only exceptions.

Program and registration access is available at this link: https://tr.ee/E8w8ALsarp.

For more information, please visit www.CityOfGalt.org/YouthSports, email GaltSports@CityOfGalt.org or call (209) 366-7180.

Lighting of the Night: Now Accepting Parade Submissions

We are looking for families, community groups, churches, businesses, bands, dance troupes, karate classes, etc., to be part of this fun event. Create your own unique holiday scene on your designated float or vehicle. Decorate a vehicle, design a fun float, practice your royal wave, and highlight your organization for all the community to see. For more information and to apply to be in our Annual Holiday Parade, click this link.

Traffic Advisory, Lane Shift:
Carillion Boulevard

September 30 - October 21
For More Information, Call Galt Public Works at 209-366-7260

The LANE SHIFT on Carillion Boulevard continues through October 21, so make sure to plan for your travel accordingly.

For North bound traffic, safety cones indicating the lane taper will begin at Carillion Blvd. and DiMaggio Way.
Traffic will shift to the west side of Carillion at the intersection of Vintage Oak Ave & Ambroggio Way.
Traffic returns to normal patterns at the intersection with Walnut Ave.
For south bound traffic, safety cones for the taper will begin north of Posey Road.

We appreciate your attention to this traffic advisory and your patience for the duration of this lane shift. Please plan your travel accordingly. Watch this space for updates.

Road Closure Advisory:
Simmerhorn Road, Between Marengo Road & Steiner Road

Simmerhorn Road, between Marengo and Steiner Roads is anticipated to remain closed through Monday, October 21, 2024. Only AREA RESIDENTS and ALL EMERGENCY VEHICLES will have access to this vicinity. We encourage everyone to plan accordingly for travel routes. For more information, contact Galt Public Works at 209-366-7260.

City of Galt Recruitments

Interested in applying for a position with the City of Galt? Here are our open positions.

Click on the Careers button to learn more.

Careers

Download GALT CONNECT

GJUESD October Newsletter

The City of Galt is pleased to share the newsletter for the Galt Joint Union Elementary School District. The October newsletter is available in English and Spanish, providing families with information on our schools, important dates, and events.

Read: GJUESD Newsletter

UPCOMING EVENTS & CLASSES

Attend the Galt City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Meetings are held in the Council Chambers at 380 Civic Drive. Closed session is at 5:00 pm; open session begins at 6:00 pm. Prior to the meeting, review the agenda. If you're not able to attend in person, watch the City Council meeting remotely via teleconference/electronically in the following ways:

Cable T.V. Broadcast on Metro Cable 14.
Livestream online at https://www.cityofgalt.org/WatchLiveCityCouncil.
Attend online via Zoom, https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86513835925, Webinar ID: 865 1383 5925.
Listen to the meeting via phone at (669) 900-9128 and enter Webinar ID: 865 1383 5925

You can submit a written public comment prior to the meeting: Public comments submitted to pubcom@cityofgalt.org by 4:00 pm on the day of the meeting will be distributed to City Council, made part of the official minutes, and posted on the City’s website prior to the meeting.

Join us for our free Marketing Workshop! The first five registrants will enjoy a complimentary one-on-one marketing consultation. Seize this opportunity to gain insights directly from The Marketing House. Explore essential topics including lead generation, the importance of consistency, the distinction between boosted and targeted strategies, AI tools, and much more. Click the Register button to reserve your spot.

Register Now!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 2, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm and join us for Celebrate Galt!

This exciting event wraps up our 2024 Saturday Market series with a day filled with local artisans, antiques, street performers, live entertainment, and family fun. From colorful chalk art to carnival rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Come celebrate community and good times with us — see you there!🧡😊

We'll have a fun weekend at the Fall Harvest Festival, November 9 and 10 at the 4th Street Promenade. Admission is FREE. Join us for carnival rides, midway games, live music, and community connection. For more information about this 2-day event, click here.

What's better than eating together? Nothing. But baking together is right up there.

Sign up now for our Young Baker's Academy. For those 6 to 14 years old, young chefs will bake a delicious treat from scratch each week for four weeks. It's perfectly fun for learning new skills in organization, coordination, measurement, following directions, and cooperation.

November classes will be on Sundays: 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. Register here: bit.ly/YoungBakersAcademyNov2024

The cost for the 4-week session is $129. Students bring their own aprons to wear. A $30 material fee is due to the instructor on Day 1 of class. We'll meet at the Chabolla Community Center Kitchen for every class.

Let's mix it up. Sign up now for the Young Baker's Academy in November.

We're happy to present the Fall 2024 edition of the Cookie Monster Workshops. Together, parents and kids will make a dozen cookies from scratch. It's a perfect way to bond, learn, and enjoy tasty treats. Each class begins at 9:00 am and lasts until 10:00 am.

In November, workshops are scheduled on Sundays, the 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th. Register here: https://bit.ly/CookieMonsterNov2024

Parental participation is required. The cost is $99 for the 4-week session of your choice. A $25 material fee is due to the instructor at the first class.

Put on your aprons and meet us at the Chabolla Center Community Kitchen for a Cookie Monster Workshop.

For more information, click here or call 209-366-7180.

At our Annual Christmas Cookie College, you'll learn to make five different cookie recipes and take home 6 of each type of cookie. The 8:00 am to 1:00 pm session is for bakers 7 to 14 years old. The 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm session is for those 15 years and older.

The registration fee for this fun event is $99 per person with a $30 supply fee due at class. The location for this year's Christmas Cookie College is the Chabolla Community Center Kitchen, 600 Chabolla Ave. For more information and to register, visit the Web page here. You can also call 209-306-7180 about this event.

City of Galt

380 Civic Dr

Galt, CA 95632

Phone: (209) 366-7100

Contact City of Galt

SUBSCRIBER SERVICES:

Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe All | Help