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A Cleaner D8!
Apr 04, 2026, 9:32 PM • Domingo Candelas
Summary
Councilmember Domingo Candelas emphasizes community engagement in keeping District 8 clean and safe by promoting the San José 311 App for reporting graffiti, illegal dumping, and abandoned vehicles, as well as scheduling free junk pickups. He highlights upcoming community beautification events including the Great American Litter Pickup and park cleanups, encouraging volunteer participation. The newsletter also celebrates local cultural and community events such as Holi, World Down Syndrome Day, and the Evergreen Little League Opening Day. Additionally, Candelas supports the recently approved Mayor's March Budget Message for fiscal year 2025-2026, viewing it as a foundation for addressing city priorities through the budget process.
Related causes
Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support for San José 311 App and community reporting tools
- Encouragement of volunteerism in beautification efforts
- Support for Mayor's March Budget Message 2025-2026
- Advocacy for inclusive community events and services
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- Mayor's March Budget Message 2025-2026
- Caltrans Customer Service Request Form for freeway concerns
- Community beautification and cleanup initiatives
- Support for inclusive education and health services for Down syndrome
Meetings and events mentioned
- Great American Litter Pickup, April 19, 2025
- American Red Cross Blood Drive, April 18, 2025
- San José Cinco de Mayo Festival
- Evergreen Valley College Community Day, April 26, 2025
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Council District 8 March Newsletter Hi Neighbors, Did you know you can easily report issues like graffiti, illegal dumping, and abandoned vehicles right from your phone? The FREE San José 311 App is a powerful tool that connects you with city services to help keep our community clean and safe.Through the app, you can also schedule a free junk pickup — perfe…