Councilmember Jimenez's District 2 Budget Priority Requests 

Every year, each Council District submits funding requests for programs and capital improvements as the City assembles a budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Here are some of Councilmember Jimenez’s priority requests for Fiscal Year 2017-2018:

D2 Open Streets The successful citywide Viva Calle San José event invites residents to explore their neighborhood and local businesses in a safe, fun and family-friendly way. It encourages the use of active transportation and healthy living, and has a goal of giving residents an opportunity to rethink our streets as public space. Councilmember Jimenez requested additional funding to expand this program and initiate a District 2 Open Streets program modeled after the citywide event.

D2 Viva Parks / Park Activation Viva Parks provides programming and park activation to reduce gang activity and vandalism. This program creates momentum for neighborhoods to reclaim their parks. Councilmember Jimenez requested funding to benefit parks in District 2.

D2 Project Hope This proposal would coordinate a broad range of City services to reduce gang activity and neighborhood blight. It would fund a Community Coordinator position and a Community Activity Worker position to address community needs and concerns, focusing on the Roundtable/Great Oaks neighborhood area.

Edenvale Community Center Extended Hours To enhance neighborhood safety and meet the increasing demand for recreational activities, Councilmember Jimenez requested funding to provide additional programming and expand operating hours at the Edenvale Community Center.

Responsible Landlord Engagement Initiative (RLEI) RLEI is a successful program that engages neighbors and landlords to resolve disputes, including security issues, code violations and safety concerns. This funding request would allow RLEI to expand its caseload.

Bringing Everyone's Strengths Together (B.E.S.T) and Safe Summer Initiative Grant (SSIG) The B.E.S.T and SSIG programs serve high-risk and gang-involved youth and their families. B.E.S.T. provides a coordinated continuum of prevention, intervention and suppression resources. SSIG enhances recreational and educational opportunities during the summer months, ensuring a safe environment that keeps participants active and engaged. Councilmember Jimenez requested a modest cost of living increase to help sustain these programs. 

We are excited many of our budget requests were approved. View the Mayor's June Budget Message.

D2 pavement maintenance   

On May 2, City Council approved the construction contract 8381 – 2017 Street Sealing Project to Graham Contractors, Inc. This project was on the Council Agenda as Item 6.1. We would like to inform you of the construction dates for the following streets: 

1. Curie Dr. between Snell Ave. to San Ignacio Ave. Construction will start on 06/06/2017 and end on 07/05/2017.

2. Santa Teresa Blvd. between Cottle Rd. to San Ignacio Ave. Construction will start on 06/06/2017 and end on 07/05/2017.

3. Hayes Ave. between Lean Ave to East End. Construction will start on 06/13/2017 and end on 07/11/2017. 

7 days prior to construction, the Contractor will place message signs informing motorists of the future project and to expect delays. The contractor will provide residents, business and schools two written notifications. The first Notification will be mailed at least 7 days prior to the start of work. The second notification will be hand delivered by the contractor 48 hours before constructions. Tow-Away permits will be posted along the corridors. Graham contractors, Inc. will coordinate this operation with the City of San José parking compliance. During construction, the contractor will maintain proper traffic control allowing traffic to move in at least one lane in either direction.

Make this summer safe & fun for everyone