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Committing to Safe and Strong Neighborhoods for Everyone
Apr 04, 2026, 9:33 PM • Domingo Candelas
Summary
Councilmember Domingo Candelas reaffirms San José's commitment to ensuring safety for all residents regardless of immigration status, emphasizing trust in public safety and inclusive community engagement. The City Council is advancing alternative 911 response programs in collaboration with Santa Clara County to better address mental health crises and disabilities, including expanding the 911-to-988 transfer and the TRUST pilot. Candelas highlights his new role on the VTA Board, prioritizing equitable transit access for District 8, especially around the Eastridge Transit Center. The newsletter also promotes local events, financial aid workshops, and community empowerment initiatives like the Youth in Action Conference.
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Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support for immigrant community safety
- Expansion of alternative 911 response programs
- Inclusive crisis response for disabilities
- Prioritizing equitable transit access in District 8
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- City Council resolution on immigrant safety
- 911-to-988 transfer program expansion
- Trusted Response Urgent Support Team (TRUST) pilot
- Appointment of Carl Salas as interim District 3 Councilmember
Meetings and events mentioned
- San Jose State Spartans basketball game, Feb 25
- Farmers' Market meet-and-greet events
- Cash for College financial aid workshops
- Youth in Action & Parents In Action Conference
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Council District 8 February Newsletter Hi Neighbors, This week, the City Council unanimously passed a resolution to reaffirm our commitment that anyone, regardless of immigration status, has the right to feel safe in the city where they live, work, and worship. Every resident should be able to trust their local government and feel confident in their public…