AUG 20, 2026 | Public Safety, Finance & Strategic Support Committee

The City of San Jose's Public Safety, Finance & Strategic Support Committee convened on August 20, 2026, to review several key reports and updates related to public safety and financial management. The meeting included a detailed fourth quarter financial report for fiscal year 2025-2026 presented by the Director of Finance, Maria Oberg, highlighting investment performance, diversification, and the success of the business tax amnesty program which had already collected $2.15 million of a $2.9 million target. The committee also discussed the recent purchasing audit and staffing improvements in collections. Additionally, the City Auditor presented an audit on employee turnover and succession planning, recommending enhanced data collection and workforce analytics to improve retention and planning. The Fire Department provided an update on the 2026 fireworks ordinance enforcement, emphasizing the use of drones for targeted enforcement, multilingual outreach, and coordination with multiple city departments. Discussions included challenges with drone line-of-sight restrictions, staffing for enforcement, and potential future use of third-party drone services subject to budget approval. The committee voted to accept the reports and discussed ongoing efforts to improve public safety and financial oversight. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but the meeting addressed budget allocations for staffing and technology enhancements related to enforcement and collections.