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2026-03-04 • 2:00 PM
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): Joint Meeting for the Rules and Open Government Committee and Committee of the Whole City of San José Agenda City of San José 200 East Santa Clara Street San Jose, CA 95113 Committee Members David Cohen, Chair Rosemary Kamei, Vice Chair Pam Foley, Member Bien Doan, Member Domingo Candelas, Member Committee Staff Lee Wilcox, Assistant City Manager Joy Rodriguez, Assistant City Clerk Kevin Fisher, Assistant City Attorney Rachelle Blattman, City Manager's Office Council Chambers 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 4, 2026 For live translations in over 50 languages, please go to https://attend.wordly.ai/join/FAYU-7105 How to observe the Meeting (no public comment): 1) Cable Channel 26, 2) https://www.sanjoseca.gov/news-stories/watch-a-meeting, or 3) https://www.youtube.com/CityofSanJoseCalifornia 4) By phone 888 475 4499. Webinar ID: 941 1478 1397. Alternative phone numbers are: US: +1 (213) 338-8477 or +1 (408) 638-0968 or (877) 853-5257 (Toll Free) 5) By online https://sanjoseca.zoom.us/j/94114781397 Use a current, up-to-date browser: Chrome 30+, Firefox 27+, Microsoft Edge 12+, Safari 16+. Certain functionality may be disabled in older browsers including Internet Explorer. How to submit writte (Truncated for demo view.)
2026-03-04 • 10:00 AM
Downtown Parking Board
What's Scheduled Downtown Parking Board's 2026-03-04 agenda is scheduled to cover Parking Programs & Rates Update A, Reports/Coordination A, Annual Work Plan Discussion, and Consent Calendar A. This is an agenda-derived preview, so it describes scheduled topics and proposed actions rather than confirmed outcomes. Key Topics - Parking Programs & Rates Update A: the agenda included this context: Introducing text-to-pay at parking meters Update: Verbal update on deployment of text-to-pay service at single-space parking meters. - Reports/Coordination A: the agenda included this context: Downtown Status Update from OED Update: Verbal report by OED on various downtown activities and business B. Downtown Promotions and Marketing Update Update: Verbal report by SJDA on Downtown Promotions and Marketing efforts. - Annual Work Plan Discussion: scheduled topic: Annual Work Plan Discussion. - Consent Calendar A: the agenda included this context: Approve the Minutes for the Meeting of September 3, 2025. - Call to Order & Chairperson Report: scheduled topic: Call to Order & Chairperson Report. Why It Matters - Parking Programs & Rates Update A may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions. - Reports/Coordination A may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items. - Annual Work Plan Discussion may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions. - Consent Calendar A may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items. - Call to Order & Chairperson Report may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items. What Residents Should Watch - Watch how council frames next steps for Parking Programs & Rates Update A. - Watch the staff presentation and council questions on Reports/Coordination A for future policy or budget direction. - Watch how council frames next steps for Annual Work Plan Discussion. - Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects Consent Calendar A. - Watch the staff presentation and council questions on Call to Order & Chairperson Report for future policy or budget direction. Trust But Verify - This summary is based on agenda materials only; actions have not yet been confirmed by minutes, transcript, or vote records. - Review the official agenda packet and source materials for exact item language, attachments, public-comment instructions, and final staff recommendations. - After the meeting, check official minutes or vote records before treating any proposed action as approved.
2026-03-03 • 5:30 PM
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): City of San José Civil Service Commission Sharon Hightower - Chair Joan P. Smith -Vice Chair Samuel Swift – Commissioner Tom Cochran – Commissioner STAFF: Gabriel Rodriguez, Sr. Deputy City Attorney Megan Roche, Deputy City Clerk Yasmin Johnson, Deputy City Clerk Gary J. Diquisto – Commissioner CANCELLATION NOTICE City of San José CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION 200 East Santa Clara St. San José, CA 95113 THE MARCH 3, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING/ HEARING OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION FOR CASE NO. 25-24 HAS BEEN CANCELLED. THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION IS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 5, 2026 AT 4:00 PM. The City San José is committed to open and honest government and strives to consistently meet the community’s expectations by providing excellent service, in a positive and timely manner, and in the full view of the public. The City Code of Ethics may be viewed on-line at https://www.sanjoseca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/11915/638526834589570000 All public records relating to an open session item on this agenda, which are not exempt from disclosure pursuant to the California Public Records Act, that are distributed to a majority of the legislative body will be available for (Truncated for demo view.)
2026-03-03 • 1:30 PM
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): City Council Meeting Amended Agenda Tuesday, March 3, 2026 1:30 PM Council Chambers Closed Session at 9:30 a.m. MATT MAHAN, MAYOR ROSEMARY KAMEI, DISTRICT 1 PAMELA CAMPOS, DISTRICT 2 ANTHONY TORDILLOS, DISTRICT 3 DAVID COHEN, DISTRICT 4 PETER ORTIZ, DISTRICT 5 MICHAEL MULCAHY, DISTRICT 6 BIEN DOAN, DISTRICT 7 DOMINGO CANDELAS, DISTRICT 8 PAM FOLEY, VICE MAYOR, DISTRICT 9 GEORGE CASEY, DISTRICT 10 -- 1 of 13 -- March 3, 2026 City Council Amended Agenda Please scroll to the end for information about the City Council Agenda and for the Rules of Conduct of the meeting. Public Comment in Person Only For live translations in over 50 languages, please go to https://attend.wordly.ai/join/FAYU-7105 American Disability Act To request an alternative format agenda under the Americans with Disabilities Act for City-sponsored meetings, events or printer materials, please call (408) 535-1260 as soon as possible, but at least three business days before the meeting. Accommodations Any member of the public who needs accommodations should email the ADA Coordinator at ADA@sanjoseca.gov or by calling (408) 535-8430. The ADA Coordinator will use their best efforts to provide reasonable accommodations (Truncated for demo view.)
2026-03-03 • 1:30 PM
City Council
What happened The City Council met on 2026-03-03 and discussed several important topics including appointments to the Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee, budget and finance policies, public safety oversight, infrastructure projects, environmental planning, and contract amendments. Key decisions The Council approved appointments to the Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee, endorsed the Bay FC Flag Raising event in celebration of International Women's Day sponsored by Council District 2, and approved both Council Committee and City Council meeting minutes. What matters to the public Decisions on budget and finance can influence city service levels, program funding, and household costs. Public safety discussions relate to policing priorities and community trust. Transportation and infrastructure topics affect mobility and project timelines. Environmental planning impacts utility rates and resilience to climate challenges. Topics covered The meeting covered budget and finance policies including revisions to operating budget and capital improvement program policies, a sewer rate audit report, and oversight of disaster preparedness and infrastructure funding. Public safety and infrastructure were addressed through the Community Oversight Committee report on Measure T. Environmental concerns were discussed in relation to the Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan. Contract and procurement matters included an amendment to a consulting agreement for grant and contract management. Notable people / organizations Council District 2 sponsored the International Women's Day flag raising event. DST Consulting Services was involved in contract discussions. Wattis Construction Co., Inc. was noted for asphalt paving services. Next steps Not clearly specified in the available agenda materials.
2026-03-02 • 5:30 PM
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): City of San José Executive Committee of the Arts Commission Meeting District 03 — Jonathan Borca, Chair Shelby Taketa — District 10 District 06 — De Anna Mirzadegan, Vice Chair Janett Peace — Citywide District 01 — Manjiri Yeravadeakar REGULAR MEETING AGENDA 5:30 PM March 2, 2026 Hybrid Meeting City Hall, Room 1254 How to attend the Executive Committee Meeting (no public comment): 1) By phone 888-475-4499. Webinar ID: 964 9095 3880 2) By online: https://sanjoseca.zoom.us/j/96490953880 3) Passcode: 022171 a. Use a current, up-to-date browser: Chrome 30+, Firefox 27+, Microsoft Edge 12+, Safari 7+. Certain functionality may be disabled in older browsers including Internet Explorer. b. NOTE: Only members of the Public who are attending the meeting in- person may comment in Public Comments and on items on the agenda. No comments will be taken from those attending the meeting virtually. I. Call to Order & Orders of the Day II. Consent Calendar A. Approval of the Meeting Minutes for the regular meeting on February 2, 2026. B. Public Record III. Reports and Information Only A. Announcements B. Chair’s Report – Chair Jonathan Borca C. Director’s Report – Director of Cultural Af (Truncated for demo view.)
2026-03-02 • 5:30 PM
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): 1 City of San José Civil Service Commission COMMISSIONERS: STAFF: Sharon Hightower – Chair Gabriel Rodriguez, Sr. Deputy City Attorney Joan P. Smith -Vice Chair Megan Roche, Deputy City Clerk Samuel Swift – Commissioner Yasmin Johnson, Deputy City Clerk Tom Cochran - Commissioner Gary J. Diquisto - Commissioner SPECIAL MEETING/ HEARING AGENDA March 2, 2026 *5:30 p.m.* San José City Hall 200 E. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113 14th Floor, Conference Room T-1446 Time: Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time (US and Canada) Location: San José City Hall, 14th Floor, Conference Room T-1446 How to submit written Public Comment: 1) By email to clerkcivilservicecom@sanjoseca.gov by 9:00 a.m. the day of the meeting. I. Call to Order & Roll Call II. Hearing (Open Session) Hearing: Case No. 25-24. Dismissal of Frank Dwyer, Maintenance Worker I, Department of Transportation. SJMC §3.04.1410. Waiver Filed. (Roque-Hurtado/Cabaccang) (Open Session) III. Adjourn to Closed Session for Deliberation [Gov. Code §54957(b).] IV. Return to Open Session 1. Closed session report (if applicable). 2. Adjourn to the continued Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:30 p.m., regardin (Truncated for demo view.)
2026-03-02 • 10:00 AM
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): Police and Fire Disability Committee BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION Meeting Agenda - Final 1737 N. First St. Suite 580, San Jose, CA 95112 10:00 AM Monday, March 2, 2026 HYBRID MEETING PHYSICAL LOCATION: 1737 North First Street, Suite 580 San Jose, CA 95112 ZOOM INFORMATION: zoom.us Dial In: +1 408-638-0968 US (San Jose) Meeting ID: 960 7732 0771 DISABILITY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Richard Santos, Chair (Term Expires 11/30/26) David Woolsey, Trustee (Term Expires 11/30/28) ADVISORY PANEL Russell Richeda, Counsel Sandra Castellano, Benefits Div Manager ALTERNATES Gretchen Flicker, Trustee (Term Expires 11/30/28) Franco Vado, Trustee (Term Expires 11/30/28) 2nd ALTERNATE Howard Lee, Trustee (Term Expires 11/30/26) Andrew Gardanier, Trustee (Term Expires 11/30/27) ___________________________________________________________ ADA ALERT Page 1 BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION Printed on 2/23/2026 -- 1 of 5 -- March 2, 2026 Police and Fire Disability Committee Meeting Agenda - Final In accordance with the requirements of AB 2449, the Board of Administration (“Board”) will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for individuals with disabilities so they (Truncated for demo view.)
2026-02-24 • 1:30 PM
City Council
What happened San Jose City Council's 2026-02-24 meeting centered on PDA11-002-02 & ER25-039 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Planned... and H24-057 & ER24-254 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Environmental..., with additional discussion on the East Santa Clara Senior Affordable Housing Development Located at 700 East Saint John Street. - 26-168 PDA11-002-02 & ER25-039 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Planned...: 26-168 PDA11-002-02 & ER25-039 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Planned Development Permit Amendment Located at 1123 Coleman Avenue. Page 22 City of San José Printed on, including to take a shot at sort Of amending the... - 26-167 H24-057 & ER24-254 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Environmental...: 26-167 H24-057 & ER24-254 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Environmental Appeal of a Site Development Permit Located at 2334 Lundy Avenue. Page 19 City of San José, including i am tyler ross with red top electric. i'm supporting... - 26-164 the East Santa Clara Senior Affordable Housing Development Located at 700 East Saint John Street: 26-164 Actions Related to the East Santa Clara Senior Affordable Housing Development Located at 700 East Saint John Street. (a) Adopt a resolution: (1) Approving a Construction-Permanent Loan commitment of up to, including santa clara site. so you'll see The next project... - 26-165 the Trillium Senior Apartments Housing Development Located at 675 East Santa Clara Street: 26-165 Actions Related to the Trillium Senior Apartments Housing Development Located at 675 East Santa Clara Street. (a) Adopt a resolution approving a Construction-Permanent Loan commitment of up to $9,050,000 in, including okay. so this development as i mentioned prior is... - 26-158 Funding Agreement with Affirmed Housing for Round 8 Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Grant Funds: 26-158 Funding Agreement with Affirmed Housing for Round 8 Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Grant Funds. (a) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to: (1) Implement, including and upgraded bus stop require clear ongoing Maintenance... Key decisions - 26-168 PDA11-002-02 & ER25-039 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Planned... and 26-165 the Trillium Senior Apartments Housing Development Located at 675 East Santa Clara Street were approved. - 26-167 H24-057 & ER24-254 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Environmental..., 26-164 the East Santa Clara Senior Affordable Housing Development Located at 700 East Saint John Street, and 26-158 Funding Agreement with Affirmed Housing for Round 8 Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Grant Funds were taken up and appear to have advanced. What matters to the public - 26-168 PDA11-002-02 & ER25-039 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Planned... mattered because it sets direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions. - 26-167 H24-057 & ER24-254 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Environmental... mattered because it sets direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions. - 26-164 the East Santa Clara Senior Affordable Housing Development Located at 700 East Saint John Street mattered because it affects housing delivery, interim housing support, or affordability. - The Moving to Work plan mattered because it shapes how Housing Authority resources are used to support affordable housing in San Jose. Next steps - 26-167 H24-057 & ER24-254 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Director’s Approval and Environmental... still points to a public-hearing step in the available record.
2026-02-10 • 1:30 PM
City Council
What happened City Council's 2026-02-10 meeting centered on CP24-036 & ER24-304 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of a Conditional Use... and 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, with additional discussion on 2026 Power Content and Rates. - 26-113 CP24-036 & ER24-304 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of a Conditional Use...: 26-113 CP24-036 & ER24-304 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of a Conditional Use Permit Located at 1692 Story Road. (a) Conduct an Administrative Hearing to consider the, including downtown hotels. I feel like I have the credentials... - 26-109 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Review: 26-109 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Review. (a) Approve the 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Review Report. (b) Adopt related Appropriation Ordinance and Funding Sources Resolution amendments in various funds as detailed in, including and if we want to grow the overall tot pot that... - 26-111 2026 Power Content and Rates: 26-111 2026 Power Content and Rates. Adopt a resolution: (a) Maintaining the renewable energy content of GreenSource at 62% renewable and set rates according to the rate schedule in Attachment A of the staff, including cleaner power to our customers. If the recommendation was... - 26-110 Potential Ballot Measure Increasing Transient Occupancy Tax: 26-110 Potential Ballot Measure Increasing Transient Occupancy Tax. Adopt a resolution: (a) Calling and giving notice, on its own motion, for a Special Municipal Election to be consolidated with the statewide direct, including so it was. A it was by MAY 2026, but I don't know... - 26-146 Retroactive Approval of the SJ26 and Bay Area Host Committee Flag Raising Sponsored by the Office of Mayor Mahan as...: 26-146 Retroactive Approval of the SJ26 and Bay Area Host Committee Flag Raising Sponsored by the Office of Mayor Mahan as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials, including due to its lack of resources. Compounding that,... Key decisions - 26-111 2026 Power Content and Rates was approved. - 26-109 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Review was adopted. - 26-110 Potential Ballot Measure Increasing Transient Occupancy Tax was accepted. - 26-113 CP24-036 & ER24-304 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of a Conditional Use... was discussed. - Final action was unclear for 26-146 Retroactive Approval of the SJ26 and Bay Area Host Committee Flag Raising Sponsored by the Office of Mayor Mahan as.... What matters to the public - 26-113 CP24-036 & ER24-304 - Administrative Hearing on the Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of a Conditional Use... mattered because it sets direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions. - 26-109 2025-2026 Mid-Year Budget Review mattered because it was one of the meeting's main substantive items. - 26-111 2026 Power Content and Rates mattered because it was one of the meeting's main substantive items. - 26-110 Potential Ballot Measure Increasing Transient Occupancy Tax mattered because it was one of the meeting's main substantive items. Next steps - No concrete follow-up step was clearly identified in the available record.
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