Submit Date: Mar 13, 2023
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CITY OF SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA
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Please note, applications are continuously accepted to the City of San Jose Boards and Commissions. The Board or Commission you select may or may not indicate there is a vacancy.
Your application will remain on file for one year from the date of submission. During the year, your application may be considered for unanticipated vacancies.
Additionally, applicants to the following commissions will be required to fill out a Form 700
(California State required Statement of Economic Interest) within 30 days of appointment.
Airport Commission
Appeals Hearing Board
Arena Authority
Arts Commission
Civil Service Commission
Deferred Compensation Advisory Committee (DCAC)
Downtown Parking Board
Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices (formerly Ethics Commission) Federated and Police & Fire Retirement Boards
Historic Landmarks Commission
Housing & Community Development Commission
Work2future (SVWIB) Board
Planning Commission*
Are you a resident of San Jose?
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What district do you live in? To verify, please click here:
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District 8
Length of Residency
6 or more years
Gilberto
Torres
San Jose
CA
95135
Gilberto Torres
Employer Job Title
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Measure T Community Oversight Committee: Submitted
Question applies to multiple boards
If appointed, would you be able to show proof of updated COVID-19 vaccination (inclusive of booster)?
Yes No
Current Employer Address
Current Employer of Spouse
Retired
Address of Current Employer of Spouse
Spouse's Job Title
Retired School Principal
If you or your spouse is retired and receiving a pension, please state source of pension.
City of San Jose State of California School Retirement System Retired SJPD Lieutenant
Gilberto Torres
Interests & Experiences
High School, College, Professional, Vocational, or Other Schools Attended. Please include Major or Field of Study, Dates Attended, Degree and Date of Degree.
Oak Grove High School(1974) San Jose State University BA-Sociology/ Minor Urban Planning and Chicano History (1979)
List any position or office held in any governmental agency, civic, or charitable organization including the dates.
San Jose Police officer 7/80-1/10)
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Special Awards or Recognitions Received
Outstanding Duty award Community Policing Commendations Numerous Commendations for Outstanding work
Please state why you want to become a member of this Board or Commission including specific objectives which you would work toward as a member.
I know that with my work experiences and community connections I will have input that will positively affect our community members. I am flexible, open minded and will to commited to the position. I have numerous years working in public service (SJPD) and specifically with the residents of San Jose.
Please state any other information which you feel would be useful in reviewing your application
I have resided in District 8 since 1983 to present and I work the area most of my entire career as a Police Officer. I know the concerns of our constituents. I know their concerns and solutions are obtainable and realistic. As a group we can resolve these concerns.
Do you own property in the City of San José?
Yes No
If yes, please list the addresses here.
Gilberto Torres
Do you rent property in the City of San José?
Yes
No
If yes, is it a month-to-month lease?
Yes
No
Question applies to multiple boards
Are you currently experiencing homelessness or have you experienced it in the past?
Yes
No
State and local law require that you abstain from participation in decisions that may affect your financial interests, including sources of income, interest in real property, personal finances or investments.
In addition, if appointed, you may be required to fill out a disclosure statement which identifies certain financial interest beginning with the immediate twelve-month period prior to your appointment.
Please review the scope of your
board/commission in Municipal Code Chapter 2.08.
Based on your best judgment, does this
Board or Commission make decisions that may affect sources of income, interests in real property, personal finances or investments of you or your spouse?
Yes
No
If yes, please explain.
Please identify any organizations, associations, corporations, or entities by which you are employed or associated that might be affected by decisions of this Board or Commission, and the positions you hold in these entities.
N/A
Reference 1 Name
Counsel Member Domingo Candelas
Reference 1 Address
Reference 1 Email address
[email protected]
Reference 1 Phone
Gilberto Torres
Reference 2 Name
Ernie Alcantar
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Reference 2 Email address
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Supplemental Questions
If applicable, have you ever attended or watched a meeting of the Commission(s) to which you are applying?
Yes No
Would you be available to attend meetings at the scheduled time? Yes No
Please describe your experience in serving on a Commission or Board.
I previous served at the treasurer for The California Homicide Association for approximately 3 three years(1996-1999.)
Considering your experience and activities in business, labor, School, professional, social, Commissions, Boards, or other organizations, indicate the experience, training, knowledge and/or skills which qualify you for appointment.
Police supervisor class Emergency Management class Commander management class Crisis management class CPR Training Numerous other Law Enforcement classes ie: narcotics detection, Gang abatement, Homicide investigations, Active Shooter training, School safety, Crisis investigation, interviewing and Interrogations, sexual harassment training, Ethics training.
Gilberto Torres
(Optional) Please upload a resume.
What is your understanding of the purpose of the Commission? The Commission is responsible for the A bond issue for public safety and infrastructure was on the ballot for San Jose voters in Santa Clara County, California, on November 6, 2018. Upgrade 911 communications, police, fire, and paramedics facilities to improve emergency and disaster response; Repair deteriorating bridges vulnerable to earthquakes; Repave streets and potholes in the worst condition; Prevent flooding and water quality contamination; Repair critical infrastructure; Shall San José issue $650,000,000 in general obligation bonds with an average levy of 11¢ per $1,000 of assessed value, averaging $34,208,000 annually until repaid, requiring community oversight and annual audits?[2] Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address.
Youth and senior services Public Safety
Unhoused issues
Anything else you would like us to know?
I have the experience of dealing and assisting in dealing with residents concerns.
Retirement Board Questions Only
Gilberto Torres
Verification
By checking the box below, you agree with the following statement.
I agree that all of the information contained in my responses to the questions on this application are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I further agree that, by checking the box below and submitting this application, online or otherwise, I am affixing my digital signature to this form as of the date submitted.
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Gilberto Torres