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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
Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors
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
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…
MeetingCity Council
3/3/2026, 12:00:00 PM
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…
MeetingCity Council
3/2/2026, 12:00:00 PM
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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2026-03-05
City Council
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
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
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 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)
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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)
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2.: Paid Sick Leave Ordinance (Esparza, Carrasco, Arenas)
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The Public Record for March 13, 2020 - March 19, 2020. (City Clerk)
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Review March 31, 2020 Final Agenda - Cancelled
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