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My Plan to Fund Quick Build Shelters AND Permanent Affordable Housing

It's been a busy week at City Hall, as you may have seen in the news.

“I wanted to find a way using what we have in our budget to be able to continue to meet our commitments to building affordable housing, while also funding the short-term need to provide safe locations for people to live in the period of time while they’re waiting for affordable housing options.” - Councilmember Cohen, KQED.

My office has worked with stakeholders to develop a proposed budget compromise that effectively resolves the funding challenge posed by the City Council’s approval of 1,000 Quick Build EIH units and supportive RV parking sites while safeguarding this year's Measure E funding dedicated to affordable housing.

The Budget Document, developed in collaboration with Councilmember Jimenez, the City Manager’s Office, and the City Budget Office, presents an innovative solution that ensures the preservation of funding for Measure E's affordable housing initiatives while addressing the urgent need of Quick Build EIH projects. This document reflects my dedication to promoting a balanced and equitable approach to budgeting and addressing the needs of all organizations involved.

The Quick Build EIH projects approved by last year’s City Council and championed by the Mayor have been a subject of intense deliberation among the community, nonprofits, and city officials. While they promise benefits to the unsheltered community, concerns have been raised regarding the potential impact on funding for affordable housing initiatives. In response to these concerns, my staff and I have been working to find a middle ground allowing for the successful implementation of the Quick Build EIH projects while simultaneously upholding the city's commitment to Measure E and affordable housing.

This is not a binary choice between affordable housing and emergency interim housing. We need to be more deliberate in our actions, prioritizing communication and collaboration between departments and agencies. We can do both. We must do both. The solution I’ve proposed does both.

– Councilmember David Cohen

My team has created a page on my official website dedicated to this Budget Document, complete with all of the relevant details.

Litter Pick-Up at Penitencia Creek Park

Litter Clean Up at Penitencia Creek Park this morning with our guest superstars from Piedmont Hills High School Special Education Program. Thank you Mrs. Tuonganh Nguyen for all your help in organizing the volunteers!

My Office Will Be Closed Monday in Observance of Memorial Day

Anonymously Report Speeders and Reckless Drivers in Your Neighborhood

Did you know you can report drivers who are speeding or otherwise driving recklessly in your neighborhood? SJPD will investigate your claim and may send a radar unit and/or motorcycle unit to respond and beef up patrol in your area. Complaints are anonymous.

Independence Heads to England!

Get Rid of Junk for FREE!

Did you know the City of San José will pick up your junk for free?

The City provides this service to all residents free of charge. Getting rid of your junk is easy; just check out the list of accepted items, make your appointment, then set your junk out by the street. Our team will come by to take it all away. This program is one of San Jose's best kept secrets, saving you a trip to the dump, while cleaning up the neighborhood!

Movie Night at Cataldi Park June 8th

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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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