AUG 26, 2026 | Rules & Open Government/Committee of the Whole

The City of San Jose's Rules and Open Government Committee convened on August 26, 2026, to review the agenda for the upcoming September 1st meeting. Key procurement-related items included an amendment to the CalPERS contract and a grant of franchise to Tokai Energy Storage for electric services in the public right-of-way. Additionally, the committee discussed affordable financing recommendations aimed at spurring affordable housing development and actions related to the arena hotel. The consent calendar, which included these items, was approved unanimously by a 5-0 vote. Public comments addressed the importance of the wastewater treatment plant and upcoming public tours related to a joint advisory committee meeting. No new contracts or vendor selections were announced during this session, but the agenda items indicate ongoing procurement and franchise activities in energy storage and housing finance sectors.