Back-to-School Pedestrian Safety
City Programs Working to Keep our School Zones Safe Welcome to the start of yet another school year! I hope that you were able to relax and enjoy your summer vacation. With school starting again, it is...
View ArticlePriority Budget Study Session for Upcoming Fiscal Year
Looking for Neighborhood and Youth Leader’s Input With the start of the New Year, the City begins the planning for its annual budget cycle. It is extremely important that the expenditures in our budget...
View ArticleStreamlining Tree Removal in San José
Making it Easier for Property Owners to Remove Undesirable Trees The City Council has made some changes to the process for removing trees on private property to make it easier for homeowners to remove...
View ArticleThe New District 1 Website!
SJDistrict1.com has a new look and we want your feedback You may have noticed that over the holidays (and also as you read this article) that our site underwent a makeover. I am pleased to introduce...
View ArticleMeet Your Western Division Captain
Captain Tony Ciaburro Continues to Serve the City of San José Public safety is a major concern for many residents in San José and in District 1. This was very apparent at the District 1 Leadership...
View ArticleSan Jose Libraries Set Grand Opening Dates
Finally Opening Their Doors to the Public San José residents will be happy to see the four unopened libraries scheduled to open this year. Previously, due to lack of funding, these libraries have...
View ArticleBudget Update: Neighborhood Leaders Make Their Voice Heard
Mayor’s Budget Priority Setting Session Another Success On Saturday January 26th, neighborhood and youth leaders from across the City came to City Hall for the Mayor’s Annual Neighborhood and Youth...
View ArticleMarch Community Events
Don’t Forget to Mark Your Calendars There are several events coming up in the next few weeks that I am excited to inform you about. Each event is a great opportunity for everyone to get out into the...
View ArticleReservable Group Picnic Sites in District 1
Renovations Scheduled for Two D1 Parks There are some great upgrades coming to many city picnic sites at our city parks. In 2010, the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services (PRNS)...
View ArticleBudget Update: City Manager’s 5-year Forecast Released
Small Deficits Anticipated But No Major Service Reductions Last week, the City Manager released her 2013-2014 Budget Request and the 2014-2018 Five-Year Forecast. These important documents are the...
View ArticleGreat American Litter & Illegal Sign Pick-Up
Get Ready to Sign Up, Pick Up, and Clean Up Your Community! Are you frustrated with seeing litter and illegal signs throughout your neighborhood? The 13th Annual Great American Litter and Illegal Sign...
View ArticleJohn Mise Park Renovations Almost Complete
A Big Win for the District 1 Community Renovations at John Mise Park are scheduled to be completed on Saturday, April 20th! I am excited to finally see this new community asset for District 1 being...
View ArticleBudget Update: Mayor’s March Budget Message
Public Safety is the Number One Priority The City is in the midst of its annual budget process. Mayor Reed released his March Budget Message on March 8th and it was adopted by the City Council last...
View ArticleBoards and Commissions: The City Needs Your Expertise
Open Vacancies on Many City Boards & Commissions I am happy to notify you all that there are currently 9 Boards and Commissions looking to fill their open vacancies. The purpose of the City’s...
View ArticleExciting Developments for San José International Airport
New Services and New Private Development Fuel Growth at SJC As the 10th largest City in the Nation, San José serves California as a strong cultural and economic hub. The Norman Y. Mineta San José...
View ArticleBudget Update: Proposed Budget Released
2013-2014 Proposed Budget Released & Community Budget Meetings Last week, on May 1st, the City Manager released the Proposed Budget for the next fiscal year. Mayor Reed and I also hosted our annual...
View ArticleStudent Accomplishments
District 1 Students Go Above and Beyond I have always been proud of the hard work and diligence put forth by the students who attend school in District 1. From Elementary to High School, the schools in...
View ArticleNational Night Out 2013
Helpful Tips on How to Host Your Own Event! Every year, communities from all over the nation gather together for a very unique event to support crime and drug prevention efforts. This event is National...
View ArticleBudget Update: Mayor’s June Budget Message
Public Safety the Priority but More Transparency Needed Mayor Reed released his 2013 June Budget Message on Friday. The Mayor’s June Budget Message is part of the final stage of the budget process, and...
View Article4th of July Special Events Around San Jose
Fun-Filled Celebrations Throughout the Area Summer is in full swing and the 4th of July is just a few days away! I know that this holiday is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with your friends and...
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