The City of San Jose's Rules and Open Government Committee convened on October 29, 2025, to review the upcoming agenda and discuss the annual City Council referral status report. The report highlighted that out of 136 referrals since June 30, 2025, 64 were completed, 61 remain in progress, and 8 have not yet started. Staff recommended accepting the report and deferring certain items for future tracking. Public comments focused on ongoing community concerns, including the relocation of flea market vendors and issues related to blight and housing programs. Committee members discussed pathways for affordable housing development and emphasized transparency and realistic timelines for referral progress. The meeting underscored the city's commitment to addressing procurement and contracting challenges related to community development and housing initiatives.

OCT 29, 2025 | Rules & Open Government/Committee of the Whole