Michael Mulcahy newsletter archive

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy highlights a productive March in District 6 with neighborhood meetings, community clean-ups, and budget discussions. April features a Budget Town Hall on April 20 to gather resident input on city spending priorities. The office is recognizing Autism Awareness Month with a flag raising on April 7 and council commendations. Traffic safety improvements include completed speed humps on Scott Street to support the Bike Boulevard plan and updates on the Hamilton Corridor safety project. Business owners in the new Alameda BID will receive assessment bills with an amnesty program, while local high school sports achievements are celebrated.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy highlights February 2026 as a vibrant month with Black History Month, Lunar New Year, and National Girls & Women in Sports Day, alongside Super Bowl festivities centered in San José. He supports community engagement through events like the Big Game Block Party and the Mayor’s State of the City address. Public safety remains a priority, with coordinated efforts leading to the arrest of a serial arsonist impacting District 6 and legal actions against the 818 Hookah Lounge following a December homicide. The newsletter reaffirms San José’s stance as a Welcoming City, emphasizing local law enforcement’s commitment to protecting residents’ rights amid heightened immigration concerns during Super Bowl week. Community initiatives such as the St. Leo's Clean-Up and the opening of The Locker Room sports merchandise center further demonstrate investment in neighborhoo…

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy highlights key initiatives for District 6 in 2026, emphasizing community engagement and neighborhood beautification. The newsletter spotlights local small businesses like Epicure Club and La Rosca Meat Market, supporting local entrepreneurship. It updates residents on the completion of the Coe & Lincoln Bridge repainting project and ongoing efforts to combat graffiti vandalism, urging community reporting through San José 311. The Red Light Camera Pilot Project has moved from warning to citation phase, reflecting a focus on traffic safety. Upcoming events include a community clean-up at St. Leo the Great School and the Guadalupe Gardens Heritage Rose Garden pruning.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy reflects on his first year serving District 6, expressing gratitude for community engagement and highlighting a video recap of 2025 accomplishments. He addresses recent gun violence incidents at Westfield Valley Fair Mall and Lincoln Avenue, emphasizing public safety and praising law enforcement's swift response. The newsletter announces a special allocation of Kehlani concert tickets for District 6 residents during Super Bowl week and promotes local holiday events, including the Caltrain Holiday Train and upcoming Housing Department meetings on the Mobile Home Rent Ordinance. Mulcahy also shares resources on safely handling coyote encounters in the neighborhood.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy reports that Lincoln Avenue resurfacing is nearing completion with final striping expected by November 17. Due to the federal government shutdown, CalFresh SNAP benefits distribution is delayed, though EBT cards remain active through November; local food assistance organizations are highlighted for those facing food insecurity. Residents are reminded that November 4 is California’s Special Election Day with in-person and drop box voting options available. The newsletter also promotes a community coffee event on November 15 with local leaders and spotlights Milan Willow Glen restaurant under new ownership. Recent community efforts include a cleanup at Almaden Rd/Curtner Ave, Sharks Way street renaming, and neighborhood Dumpster Days to reduce illegal dumping.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy's October 2025 newsletter highlights several community and cultural initiatives in District 6. The newsletter celebrates the successful collaborative Dumpster Day hosted by three neighborhood associations, emphasizing community partnership. It announces the renaming of North Almaden Blvd to Little Italy Way and West St. John Street to Sharks Way, part of the Stitching Districts initiative to strengthen San José's cultural identity. The newsletter also spotlights the California Coastal Cleanup at Guadalupe River Park, underscoring ongoing efforts to preserve local parks. Additionally, it promotes upcoming events like the Italian Festival and Sharks Opening Night celebrations, encouraging community participation.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy’s September 2025 newsletter highlights key community developments in District 6. It honors Gunther’s Restaurant & Catering’s 55 years of service and its adaptive business model focusing on catering and fresh ingredients. The newsletter promotes the upcoming 10th anniversary of Viva CalleSJ, a free open streets event encouraging active transportation and community engagement. Infrastructure updates include the rescheduling of Lincoln Avenue repaving due to bridge repairs. Public safety efforts focus on the Columbus Park Revitalization, reporting significant progress in housing placements, trash removal, and encampment abatement. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and participate in local events and volunteer opportunities.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy highlights key community initiatives in District 6 this August, including the Hamilton Avenue Corridor Safety Improvement Project with upcoming repaving and bike lane enhancements. He supports Senate Bill 753 to expedite removal of abandoned shopping carts, aiming to reduce environmental hazards and neighborhood blight. The newsletter also announces the opening of the district’s first public pickleball courts at Arena Green and promotes National Night Out events on August 5 to strengthen neighborhood ties. Additionally, the formation of The Alameda Community Benefit Improvement District is celebrated as a major investment in local business and street improvements.

District 6 saw vibrant community engagement in April with events like Art in the Park at Buena Vista Park and the Great American Litter Pick-Up, emphasizing public space revitalization and neighborhood cleanliness. The newsletter highlights new local businesses boosting the district's economy and encourages participation in upcoming volunteer opportunities such as the Municipal Rose Garden Volunteer Day and South Bay Clean Creeks Coalition clean-ups. A major focus is the approved revitalization plan for Columbus Park, aiming to restore it as a safe, multi-use recreational hub with new sports facilities. Additionally, the newsletter promotes community pride through local cultural events and support for the San José Earthquakes and Mineta International Airport.

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy’s June newsletter highlights key community safety and infrastructure initiatives in District 6. The upcoming Road Safety Town Hall on June 11 will discuss new speed and red-light cameras aimed at improving street safety. The newsletter details the BART Silicon Valley Phase II West Portal construction progress, including noise curtain installation and extended work hours starting June 9. Budget requests have been submitted for community improvements such as new streetlights, park attendants, illegal dumping cleanup, and historic signage. Pedestrian safety upgrades with new crosswalks near Cory Elementary are planned for summer, alongside a traffic study to improve school drop-off. New Youth and Arts Commissioners were appointed to enhance youth engagement and cultural development. Community events like National Night Out and Willow Glen Little League’s Under…

Councilmember Michael Mulcahy’s July 2025 newsletter highlights key community engagement efforts in District 6, including support for Neighborhood Associations as vital advocates and organizers for local issues and events like National Night Out. The newsletter introduces Lynn Lee as the new Chief of Staff, emphasizing her experience in city budget and economic development roles. It also details recent community activities such as the San José Police Department Pride Flag Raising Ceremony and various Council ceremonial recognitions honoring diversity and local contributions. The newsletter reminds residents of the City Council July recess while assuring continued District 6 office availability.