Gardner Community Center

The City is currently seeking input on the types of programs, classes, and activities that residents would like to have at the Gardner Community Center, located at 520 W Virginia Street next to Biebrach Park and across the street from Gardner Elementary School.

online survey and AUgust 18th block party/open house

Residents of the Gardner neighborhood and surrounding areas can share their ideas by:

Taking this online survey: English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Attending the Summer Block Party and Open House at the Gardner Community Center on Thursday, August 18, 6:00-8:00. There will be food, interactive games, a bounce house, and a rock climbing wall. Go inside the center to explore and provide your feedback. Stay for the Viva Parks movie night (Finding Nemo) at Biebrach Park next door.

Vietnamese Flyer - BỮA TIỆC HỘI Ý MÙA HÈ

Flyers for printing/sharing

BACKGROUND

In June 2021, the City Council approved the Downtown West project, including a Development Agreement that outlines community benefits that Google will provide. One of those is a $1 million contribution for neighborhood programs at the Gardner Community Center. The intent is to invest in programs to uplift individuals, support economic recovery, and build community among residents of the broader Diridon Station Area. The specifics are to be determined based on a community outreach process. City staff are now launching that outreach process in coordination with community leaders.

Outreach process

The outcome of the process will be a set of community-driven recommendations for programs, activities, and classes at the Gardner Community Center. This feedback can inform other decisions related to the center, in addition to how to spend the $1 million community benefit contribution. As part of the process, we will offer a range of opportunities for community members to share their needs, ideas, and feedback - starting with the Open House and online survey!

Stay tuned for additional information about the process and opportunities to get involved. Please contact Lori at lori.severino@sanjoseca.gov with any questions or suggestions.