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AI Summary
Updated 2026-03-04T22:08:54.861+00:00
1) Overview: In the past 30 days, there have been no news reports related to governance issues. However, multiple meetings have taken place involving key committees such as the Rules and Open Government Committee, Committee of the Whole, Board Audit Committee, and Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices. These meetings suggest ongoing discussions and oversight activities related to governance, though no specific agenda items or public updates have been documented recently. 2) Concrete updates: - Regular joint meetings between the Rules and Open Government Committee and the Committee of the Whole have continued, indicating ongoing governance discussions. - The Board Audit Committee met twice, likely focusing on financial oversight and internal controls. - The Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices held a meeting, potentially addressing campaign regulations and ethical standards. - No new agenda items linked directly to governance were publicly listed in this period. - No news coverage or public announcements have been made regarding governance developments in the last 30 days. 3) What to watch next: - Future agendas and minutes from the Rules and Open Government Committee and related bodies for any emerging governance reforms or policy proposals. - Updates from the Board Audit Committee on audit findings or recommendations. - Actions or reports from the Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices concerning campaign ethics or compliance. - Any forthcoming news coverage or public statements that provide more detail on governance issues.

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MeetingSCC BOS
3/9/2026, 12:00:00 PM
The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors met on 2026-03-09 at 12:00 PM and discussed Page 1 of 4 County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Board DATE: March 9, 2026, Regular Meeting TIME: 12:00 PM PLACE: Downtown Menta…
MeetingCity Council
3/5/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Summary (draft minutes): 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…
MeetingCity Council
3/3/2026, 12:00:00 PM
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 Atto…
MeetingCity Council
3/2/2026, 12:00:00 PM
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 Sa…
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Scott Hughes
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Lynn Lee
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Joseph Mauro
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Karina Castro
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Dominic Treseler
Policy & Legislative Advisorpolicy
Ralph Balaoing
Community Engangement & Policy Liasonpolicy
Alexander Gvatua
Chief of Staffpolicy
Sarah Zárate
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Ryan Coonerty
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Marico Sayoc
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Jason Galisatus
Principal Advisor for Strategic Initiativespolicy
Kelsey Martinez Combellick
Acting Chief of Staffpolicy
Kelsey oversees office operations and staffs Supervisor Duong on a variety of policy areas including health, mental health, homelessness, housing, labor and workforce, intergovernmental relations and budget. In 2026, AI ethics and policy will be an added focus along with outreach, events and communications.
Angela Pedrigal
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Angela supports Supervisor Duong's press, digital, and social media communications. Her work spans local government, electoral politics, and civic organizing.
Yael Juarez
Lead Office Administrator and Policy Aidepolicy
In addition to serving as the lead office administrator, Yael supports community engagement and outreach and staffs the policy areas of public safety and justice, Registrar of Voters and Association of Bay Area Governments.
Patrick McGarrity
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City Council
2026-03-05 • 4:00 PM
City Council
2026-03-03 • 5:30 PM
City Council
2026-03-02 • 5:30 PM
Board Audit Committee
2026-02-17 • 1:00 PM

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2026-03-05
City Council
Summary (draft minutes): 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…
2026-03-03
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 Atto…
2026-03-02
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 Sa…

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Review February 24, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
Review February 17, 2026 Final Agenda - Cancelled.
1.: Exploration of a Scaled Development Fee Framework and Deferred Development Impact Fees. (Ortiz, Cohen, Mulcahy, and Casey)
2.: Monthly Report of Activities for January 2026. (City Auditor)
1.: The Public Record for January 29, 2026 - February 5, 2026. (City Clerk)
Review March 3, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
Review March 10, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
1.: The Public Record for February 12, 2026 - February 19, 2026. (City Clerk)
1.: Respective Roles and Responsibilities of the City Council Committees. (City Attorney)
3.: Approval of the Bay FC Flag Raising in Celebration of International Women's Day Sponsored by Council District 2 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (Campos)
2.: Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee Appointments. (Human Resources)
2.: Coyote Valley Corridor Study. (Mayor, Foley, and Campos)
4.: Approval of the Free Use of City Hall Wing Committee Rooms and Waiver of Gross Admission Receipts Percentage Fee for the Sister Cities International Spring Leadership Meeting Sponsored by Council District 9 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (Foley)
Review February 24, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
Review March 3, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
1.: The Public Record for February 5, 2026 - February 12, 2026. (City Clerk)
1.: Coyote Valley Corridor Study. (Mayor, Foley, and Campos)
3.: Approval of Tower Lighting for American Heart Month Sponsored by Council District 8 as a City Council Sponsored Special Event to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Event. (Candelas)
5.: Approval of Cambodian Heritage Month and Remembrance of the Cambodian Genocide Sponsored by Council District 5 as City Council Sponsored Special Events to Expend City Funds and Accept Donations of Materials and Services for the Events. (Ortiz)
2.: Release Date for Study Session. (City Manager)
Review March 31, 2020 Final Agenda - Cancelled
3.: Cancellation of City Council Committee, Board, and Commission Meetings, with a few Exception, Updates to the January - June 2020 City Council Committee Workplans, and Housing and Community Development Commission Requirement Waiver. (City Manager)
2.: Paid Sick Leave Ordinance (Esparza, Carrasco, Arenas)
The Public Record for March 13, 2020 - March 19, 2020. (City Clerk)
Review April 7, 2020 Draft Agenda a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
Review March 17, 2026 Draft Agenda. a. Add New Items to Draft Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)
1.: The Cost of Residential Development in San José. (Mayor, Kamei, Campos, Tordillos, and Cohen)
1.: The Public Record for February 19, 2026 - February 26, 2026. (City Clerk)
Review March 10, 2026 Final Agenda. a. Add New Items to Final Agenda b. Assign "Time Certain" to Agenda Items (if needed) c. Review of Notice of Waiver Requirements for Agenda Items or Documents (if needed)