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Introducing: Your city officials 🏛️

Local Government 101: Meet the City Council
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Learn more about your district’s officials. | Screenshot via City of San Jose website
Class is in session, San Jose. We’re teaching SJ GOV 101, where we break down different aspects of our local government so we can become engaged citizens that create healthier (and more effective) communities.

As our city officials settle into their roles following November’s lively election season — we think it’s important for San Joseans to know who they’re working with. Let’s get to know who makes up our city council.

(Psst, if you’re not completely sure which councilmember represents your district, check out this interactive map.)

Mayor

Matt Mahan | Mayor Mahan is San Jose’s 66th mayor, and will be serving a limited two-year term. Learn more about his goals.

Vice Mayor + District 1 Councilmember

Rosemary Kamei | Recently elected to City Council for the first time, Kamei spent 17 years as Director of the Santa Clara Valley Water District and served as the Chief Development and Innovation Officer at the Silicon Valley Education Foundation.
A graphic showing headshots of Sergio Jimenez, Omar Torres, and David Cohen.

Your council members for Districts 2-4.

Photos via City of San Jose, graphic by SJtoday

Council District

Sergio Jimenez, District 2 | This East San Jose-raised resident has represented District 2 since 2016. Jimenez founded the Oak Grove Neighborhood Association, was involved in the Parks & Rec Commission for six years, and served on the board of nonprofit SOMOS Mayfair.

Omar Torres, District 3 | Replacing longtime Councilmember Raul Peralez, is newcomer and San Jose native Omar Torres. He was formerly the trustee of the San Jose-Evergreen Community College District + business resiliency manager of the SJ Downtown Association.

David Cohen, District 4 | Representing North San Jose since 2020, Cohen served as a member of the Berryessa School Board for 14 years, and a member of the San Jose Library Commission for six years.
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Wednesday, Feb. 15
  • Lesia Khomenko: “Unidentified Figures” | Wednesday, Feb. 15-Sunday, March 5 | 4-9 p.m. | Mexican Heritage Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose | Free | The West Coast premiere of an exhibition with six life-size paintings by the internationally-known artist.
  • San Jose Barracuda vs. Ontario Reign | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 7 p.m. | Tech CU Arena, 1500 S. Tenth St., San Jose | $13+ | Our local minor league hockey team is ready to bare teeth.
  • Be Our Guest Disney Sing-A-Long Night | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Britannia Arms Almaden, 5027 Almaden Expy., San Jose | Free | Get a free bingo card with any cocktail and win Disney prize packs.
  • Sammy Obeid | Wednesday, Feb. 15 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Improv, 62 S. Second St., San Jose | $20 | Laugh with the comedian who is best known for his world record of performing comedy 1,001 nights in a row.
Thursday, Feb. 16
  • Celebrity Chef Vegan Dinner: Miyoko Schinner | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 5:30-9 p.m. | San Jose Woman’s Club, 75 S. 11th St., San Jose | $125+ | Enjoy a 4-course vegan menu to benefit Rancho Compasión, an animal sanctuary.
  • Huney Knuckles + Jazz Jam | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 6 p.m. | Mexican Heritage Theater, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose | Free | A powerhouse quartet serving up soulful compositions, jaw-dropping improvisations, and funky jams.
  • BOBBY OROZA + BRAINSTORY | Thursday, Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $17+ | His dark and intimate debut single, “This Love,” is already a classic among the lowrider and soul collector scenes.
Friday, Feb. 17
  • Silicon Valley Auto Show | Friday, Feb. 17 | 10 a.m. | Santa Clara Convention Center, 5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara | $11+ | From EVs and hybrids to trucks, sports cars, and SUVs, see what’s new from a variety of world-class manufacturers.
  • Curator’s Workshop: Visualizing Abolition | Friday, Feb. 17 | 12 p.m. | San Jose Museum of Art, 110 S. Market St., San Jose | Tune into a discussion about the ongoing initiative exploring art, prisons, and justice.
  • STAND! | Friday, Feb. 17 | 7-9 p.m. | School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose | Free | Hear from four local leaders in San Jose’s arts community talk about “The Intersection of Arts, Social Justice, and Activism.”

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
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Weather
  • 59º | Sunny | 1% chance of rain
Development
  • Veteran developer Swenson wants to demolish a downtown building at 115 Terraine St. that was once home to a Levi Strauss manufacturing center dating back to the 1940s. The proposal seeks to replace the two-story building with a parking lot. No further information on a development timeline has been announced. (Silicon Valley)
Ranked
  • Safety first. In a recent study by Smart Asset, San Jose was ranked No. 24 out of the 200 safest cities in the US. This ranking was measured by five key metrics including violent crime, property crime, and drug poisoning mortality rates. Also, shout out to our neighbor Sunnyvale for ranking No. 9. (Smart Asset)
Community
  • The Office of Cultural Affairs is hosting the series, “Sunset Sounds,” at the Sonic Runway in front of City Hall every Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m., until March 15. Today’s event will include beats by DJ Rhythm + sweets by Luv’s Brownies. Stay tuned for this Saturday’s event, which features an electric cello performance by Cellista. 🎶
Older Adults
  • Saddle up, San Joseans. The 15th Annual Senior Winter Walk & Resource Fair is next Friday, Feb. 24, 8-10 a.m., at Westfield Oakridge Mall. This year’s theme is “Wild, Wild West” and will include western-themed group activities, giveaways, breakfast, and raffle prizes; the free event is open to residents ages 50+. 🎟️
Plan Ahead
  • History San José will host its first annual “Spring Tea: Around the World in San José” on Sunday, April 23, with two seating times at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The experience invites you to enjoy mimosas and pastries, sandwiches, and teas from different cultures — space is limited, so reserve your spot soon. 🫖
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Number
  • 3.9% — the average San Jose rent increase in January. This increase brings the median rent to $3,525. Learn more about the cost of living in Teal Town. 🏠 (Redfin)
Drink
  • 55°. That’s the optimal temperature for storing wine. So unless you enjoy keeping your humble abode chilled year round, we recommend buying a wine fridge to foster favorable conditions for long-term aging. Our pick: this sleek wine fridge with touch-panel control and capacity for 24 bottles. Cheers. 🍷 *

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The stage is set

Broadway San Jose announces its 2023-2024 shows
The Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown San Jose.
New York Broadway is coming to the great 408. | Photo via @sanjosetheaters
This announcement definitely deserves the spotlight. 🎭

Broadway San Jose has released its 2023-2024 season of shows — with blockbusters galore. Get ready for:
This lineup can be purchased in a six-show package starting at $242 — which can be split up into monthly payments. There’s also an option to add on your choice of three shows:
All performances will take place at downtown’s Center for the Performing Arts — ticketing information can be found at Broadway San Jose’s website. 🎟️
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Alyson.

Editor’s pick: Happy belated Valentine’s Day, San Jose. I hope you all enjoyed spending it with loved ones (and indulged in a lot of chocolate). In case you missed it, we made some San Jose-specific Valentines that will surely put a smile on your face. It definitely was fun to make.

Missed the last newsletter? See how you can celebrate Black History Month around San Jose.
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