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San José Utility Moves Forward

Last City Council meeting we approved the very early, beginning steps of creating San Jose's own utility company. This could potentially result in cost savings for residents across the city, like in the City of Santa Clara who own and operate their own utility lines! We took action to open the door to this possibility to potentially tap into 2 new high capacity power lines being built in North San Jose soon. We will continue to have conversations with our unionized electrical workers and PG&E as this years-long process progresses.

Fostering AI Innovation in North San José

This morning we introduced a policy proposal aimed at encouraging AI technology growth in San José. AI developed in Silicon Valley is already a crucial part of the phones, computers, cars, and appliances we rely on every day, and we need to take advantage of our city’s thriving technology ecosystem to support AI incubators here and to utilize the technology to better serve our residents. See the KTVU News story here.

Help Keep Your Neighborhood Safe

The San José Police Department wants your help in fighting crime by taking part in the Camera Archive & Mapping (CAM) program. The CAM program allows residents and business owners to register the locations of their video surveillance systems with the City. When a crime occurs, police will be able to identify the locations of nearby video cameras and enlist the assistance of the community to help officers collect video evidence and follow up on leads.

The San José Police Department wants your help in fighting crime by taking part in the Camera Archive & Mapping (CAM) program. The CAM program allows residents and business owners to register the locations of their video surveillance systems with the City. When a crime occurs, police will be able to identify the locations of nearby video cameras and enlist the assistance of the community to help officers collect video evidence and follow up on leads.

Through the program, SJPD will be able to directly contact CAM registrants who are using video in an area in which a crime occurred. Police would ask CAM registrants to check their video surveillance system for a specific date and time for video that may show activity involved with a crime, such as a getaway car or the direction that a person of interest was headed.

For more information on the CAM program, including an exhaustive FAQ, click here.

How To Report A Crime Anonymously

Reporting crimes, regardless of their magnitude, is vital for maintaining public safety and promoting a secure community. By reporting both minor and major crimes, individuals contribute to a comprehensive understanding of the local crime landscape. This valuable information assists the police department in strategically allocating resources and determining where to increase patrols or improve surveillance. Detecting patterns of criminal activity becomes more feasible with a higher volume of reported incidents, enabling law enforcement to respond effectively and implement proactive measures to deter crime. Ultimately, reporting crimes empowers communities to actively participate in making their neighborhoods safer and more resilient against criminal activities.

Click the link below to report a crime. Hopefully you don't have a crime to report right now, but you might want to click the button and bookmark the page it takes you to.

Celebrating Filipino American History Month at City Hall

Filipino American History Month (FAHM) is observed every October. The nationally recognized month was first celebrated in 1992, then recognized by the U.S. Congress in 2009, and has become an annual tradition celebrated by Filipino Americans across the country.  

The evening program will include community and civic leaders, a live Rondalla ensemble, cultural and artistic performances, and non-profit service providers, and free food for the first 150 attendees.  

Please join the members and families of the Filipino Americans Coming Together (FACTsj) San José Coalition, Councilmember David Cohen, and Councilmember Peter Ortiz for our annual celebration of Filipino American History Month at the Filipino Flag Raising and Lighting Ceremony at San José City Hall! 



For more information on Filipino American History Month events this October, please visit: https://leadfilipino.org/ For updates, follow @leadfilipino on Facebook and Instagram or @fact_sanjose on Instagram. 

Day On The Bay in Alviso October 14th!

Free Event - 免费活动 - Evento Gratis - Miễn Phì

The County of Santa Clara proudly presents this fun-filled festival along the beautiful South Bay shores of Alviso. Our 2023 event will include a resource fair and showcase the beautiful Alviso Marina, along with several family-friendly and recreation activities. This special event is a wonderful opportunity for small businesses and public agencies to share information, services, and resources with the local community. We're also excited for Bike To The Bay Ride(s) 2023 - Click HERE to learn more.

Historically, Day on the Bay has drawn more than 10,000 people to enjoy activities and celebrate the rich diversity and abundance of our community's cultural expression. According to the Mercury News, this is the most attended event in the historic waterfront town of Alviso.

Application for exhibitors or booths closed on September 1. Please contact us at Supervisor.Lee@bos.sccgov.org for any questions or late inquiries. 

Our 2023 free event will include:

☆ Health Services and Resource Fair - more than 100 booths and vendors

☆ Flu Shots and COVID Booster Vaccines*

☆ Pumpkins for Kids*

☆ Kayak Rentals* - Provided by Laine's Baits

☆ Marina Boat Tours with County of Santa Clara Parks*

☆ Youth Activities

☆ Food Trucks

☆ Bike To The Bay Ride - LINK

☆ Entertainment - including Rhoda Shapiro as Emcee!

And so much more!



Thanks to the support of the County of Santa Clara Parks, the Office of Supervisor Otto Lee, and our sponsors, we are able to provide this event to the community for free. *While supplies last/limited availability.

BIKE TO DAY ON THE BAY RIDE 2023 - CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS

Pumpkin Giveaway October 18th!

3rd Annual District 4 Pumpkin Giveaway is here! It's so much fun to give pumpkins out to kids in the community. These are great looking, full size pumpkins! Come to 1376 Piedmont Road on October 18th, from 5-7PM and grab a gourd!

Take a look at the video from last year's event.

From City Hall to Little Italy!

Yesterday my staff and I joined Councilmember Dev Davis and her team for their monthly Longevity Walk. We started at City Hall and walked to Little Italy where we were treated to a tour of the new members only speakeasy in the cellar of the Italian History Museum, the restored Poor House Bistro, and treated ourselves to an amazing lunch at Bibo’s Pizza. Right in the heart of downtown, Little Italy is a treasure.

Neighborhoods Conference 2023

The City of San José Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services Department is hosting the annual Neighborhoods Conference on Saturday, October 14 from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Yerba Buena High School.

The annual Neighborhoods Conference brings together City of San José representatives, neighborhood association leaders, and other agencies to collaborate on community building, share resources, and foster connections. 

San José residents and neighborhood association leaders that would like to get more information about City services that enhance neighborhood livability and other community resources are invited to attend summit.

Boards and Commissions Seeking Applicants

Volunteer In Your Community

Volunteer Opportunities: 

If you are interested in volunteering over the summer, we are in need of volunteers for a wide array of events that take place in District 4! Please consider helping out your community.

Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Angela Pedrigal, at angela.pedrigal@sanjoseca.gov for more information. 

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Easily Access City Services

San Jose 311 is your gateway to City Services from vehicle blight abatement, graffiti removal, reporting fireworks, illegal dumping, pot holes, and more.

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Rebates up to 90% for Your Building Upgrades!

Through the San José Energy Efficient Business Program, your business can receive rebates when you make certain energy-saving upgrades. These significant rebates (80-90% off!) help make the projects more affordable, and when you combine the rebates with your lower monthly energy costs, the upgrades can quickly pay for themselves.

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Who's making a big difference in our community? A great teacher, business owner, a police officer who goes beyond the call of duty. Maybe there's someone spending their free time organizing creek clean-ups or blanket drives for the unhoused... If you've got someone special in your neighborhood, let us know by nominating them to be a District Hero!