RULES COMMITTEE: 10/9/2024
Item: B.1
File ID: ROGC 24-711
TO: Honorable Mayor & FROM: Toni J. Taber, MMC
City Council City Clerk
SUBJECT: The Public Record DATE: October 9, 2024
September 26 – October 3, 2024.
ITEMS FILED FOR THE PUBLIC RECORD
Letters from Boards, Commissions, and Committees
Letters from the Public Comment:
1. Letter from Jonie Murphy, dated September 26, 2024, regarding: Oppose the building proposal of the cemetery.
2. Letter from Patty Linder, dated September 28, 2024, regarding: Ban the use of toxic biosolids as fertilizer and compost.
3. Letter from Barbara Gallaty, dated September 30, 2024, regarding: ILLEGALLY PARKED TRAILERS.
4. Letter from Kelly Brambila, dated October 1, 2024, regarding: Protect Our Parks:
Definition of Chartered Parkland.
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City Clerk
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Thank you,
Jonie Murphy
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Because of federal inacƟon, this problem has become a devastaƟng crisis. Every day that passes means more cancer, more sickness, more disease. MunicipaliƟes must take acƟon to ban biosolids NOW.
Sincerely,
PaƩy Linder
San Jose, CA 95136
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On Sep 30, 2024, at 7:12 PM, Donohue, Stephen <[email protected]> wrote:
Good evening, All,
Thank you again for your patience and for continuing to raise these concerns. I fully understand how disruptive this situation has been for your neighborhood and local businesses, and I want to assure you that we are committed to addressing it as best we can.
After speaking with Councilmember Batra, we have arranged for officers to be sent out to Las Colinas to assess the RV situation. These officers will be working on overtime to ensure the issue is addressed promptly. We will be orange-tagging the vehicles to move and issuing citations for any vehicle code violations. However, I want to be transparent about a significant obstacle we are facing: towing companies are currently refusing to tow oversized vehicles due to the high costs involved in towing and disposing of them. This means we are unable to remove the RVs as quickly as we would like.
Additionally, the recent influx of RVs to Las Colinas is likely due to our recent activity asking RVs to move off Realm Drive, which is in the same general area.
We are working closely with the City Manager’s Office and the towing vendors to find a resolution, but in the meantime, we are launching an Oversized Vehicle Regulation Pilot Program. This program will establish temporary tow-away zones in the areas most affected by the presence of oversized and lived-in vehicles, allowing for trash cleanup and street sweeping.
I also want to acknowledge the comparisons made to actions taken in other Council districts.
It is important to recognize that each area of San Jose is unique, with different challenges and dynamics. What may have worked well in one district may not be as effective in another due to variations in population density, neighborhood layout, and the specific needs of the residents and businesses in the area. We are committed to finding solutions tailored to the unique circumstances of Las Colinas and surrounding neighborhoods. Our approach is designed to meet the specific demands of your community, and we appreciate your understanding as we work through these complex issues.
I know this is not the immediate solution you were hoping for, but I want to emphasize that this issue is a priority, and we will continue enforcing what we can while working toward a longer-term resolution. Your engagement and patience are greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
-Steve
Captain Steve Donohue | Southern Division
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informed me that there has been two occasions when the trailers or vehicles have returned and someone shows up and they move immediately. The company I work for manages this HOA and also one off of Santa Teresa Blvd where the RV’s are also parked.
I think you missed the KUDOS to District 8 for getting things done. Please take the compliment it’s well deserved. We are just asking for the help on Las Colinas and in the District 10 area that we have been asking for for over 3 years. The two hour parking needs to be enforced by everyone who is parked on Las Colinas. The police department has not been out here for awhile, neither has parking enforcement.
Thank you and Warm Regards,
Faye Wilson
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From: Barbara Gallaty [mailto: ]
Sent: Monday, September 30, 2024 5:03 PM
To: Adera, Teddy <[email protected]>; Stanton, Garrett <[email protected]>; parking.compliance <[email protected]>; Mahan, Matt <[email protected]>; Kamei, Rosemary <[email protected]>; Jimenez, Sergio <[email protected]>; Candelas, Domingo <[email protected]>; Torres, Omar <[email protected]>; Cohen, David <[email protected]>; Davis, Dev <[email protected]>; Ortiz, Peter <[email protected]>; Doan, Bien <[email protected]>; Foley, Pam <[email protected]>; Batra, Arjun <[email protected]>; Cranford, Sandra <[email protected]>; Wilcox, Leland <[email protected]>; Solivan, Erik <[email protected]>; City Clerk <[email protected]>; District 10 <[email protected]>; District2 <[email protected]>; HomelessConcerns <[email protected]>; beautifysj <[email protected]>; ; Candelas, Domingo <[email protected]>
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Subject: RE: ILLEGALY PARKED TRAILERS
First this was from one of your constituent, working in Dist 10 and living in Dist. 8.
Also complaining for more then 3 years on trailers and homeless in front of the business she works at here in Dist. 10, along with every small business on this street.
So I doubt that she gave me wrong information.
And for whatever reason you seem to have it more under control then we do, that’s the question? How is that happening.
We are filing up weekly in neighborhoods and business streets. Totally out of control.
Waiting for 3 years to get a bunch of trailers off our street, and now they are all coming back. 10/3/24, 9:48 AM Mail - Rules and Open Government Committee Agendas - Outlook https://outlook.office365.com/mail/[email protected]/inbox/id/AAQkADhhYzk3NTk1LTBmZDAtNDc4Yi1hN2Q0LTZjNmZjNTk5M… 4/12 Maybe Dist 2 and 10 need some help. Don’t you all work for the mayor? You must be doing something way different then our leaders here are.
The people in these areas, Bernal, Las Colinas, Vista Park, Chenoweth, and Lean areas are full. They are in front of homes. On both sides of the street.
If you don’t have that, then your doing something different then our city official.
Or its not evenly supported to clear it out.
Which ever it is, it appears you have it more under control then we do here.
Maybe work together and come up with some solutions, to help the whole area, not by districts.
But I think 3 years is uncalled for. And that’s not even the encampments, tents, homeless, and drug addicts and vandals.
Being asked for money every time you run to the store, get gas, go to the cleaners.
Just about anything now. On corners, while you wait at a light.
We need to get a hold on this, and I don’t think were asking for too much.
Maybe talk to our officials and see what they can do better. This is not working.
Barbara Gallaty
From: Adera, Teddy <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, September 30, 2024 3:37 PM
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Subject: RE: ILLEGALY PARKED TRAILERS
Hi Barbara,
10/3/24, 9:48 AM Mail - Rules and Open Government Committee Agendas - Outlook https://outlook.office365.com/mail/[email protected]/inbox/id/AAQkADhhYzk3NTk1LTBmZDAtNDc4Yi1hN2Q0LTZjNmZjNTk5M… 5/12 Thank you for reaching out with your concerns. There may have been a misunderstanding from the information our intern shared regarding how we handle homelessness cases. Each situation is handled individually and carefully and while we have staff on our team that goes out and works with different community members we do so in coordination with homeless concerns and law enforcement.
Unfortunately, some of the information you are sharing is inaccurate. Please know that our colleagues on the City Council and city staff are dedicated to addressing issues related to homelessness and working families diligently to support those in need.
If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to our office, 408-535-4908, [email protected]
Thank you,
Teddy Adera
Chief of Staff
Office of Councilmember Domingo Candelas
City of San Jose | District 8
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From: Barbara Gallaty < >
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Subject: RE: ILLEGALY PARKED TRAILERS
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Subject: RE: ILLEGALY PARKED TRAILERS
It needs to be a priority to fund the tow companies. We need to start towing. They are taking over areas and we are losing control.
This is documented now so if something goes wrong it’s on all of you because you let this get to this point.
Government shouldn’t be this slow. It will even cost more as time goes on. Why not fix it now, so they see that we are towing and they can’t occupy areas that they shouldn’t be in.
They are in control because the city isn’t doing anything about it. They are being confronted by homeowners, and soon this will be a big problem. Someone will be hurt.
These trailers have been ticketed elsewhere, you can find that out, send them back to where they came from.
If it is the fairgrounds, then send them back there. Someone there is telling them to come here.
Take control before homeowners do.
Why is the city always behind what is happening. You all get paid to do this job, now do it.
There certainly is a lot of you in the mayors office, I get notes from about 20 different city people.
That’s your job.
Doing nothing is not an option now. This whole area in South San Jose is filthy dirty, Homeless on the streets, stealing, begging, encampments, trailers, drug addicts.
And more are coming weekly. This is not how we live. We live in a civilized city, and you all have ruined this area from not doing your jobs.
Don’t put them here, we have enough to deal with. We are unable to handle what is here now.
Families have to explain this to their kids when they walk to school, when they see buckets on their curbs for human waste, weapons, gangs, fights, stealing.
This is not in your neighborhood. You wouldn’t allow it.
Barbara Gallaty
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Subject: RE: ILLEGALY PARKED TRAILERS
Good afternoon Barbara,
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concerns. I understand how frustrating it must be to deal with these issues for such a long time and recognize the impact this is having on your business and neighborhood.
I will personally work with City staff to review this matter and ensure you receive a detailed response within five (5) business days. The issues around parking enforcement, towing, and support for local tow companies have been a priority for the City, and there are ongoing efforts, such as the Oversized Vehicle Regulation Pilot Program, that aim to address challenges like you and communities are facing. We understand that timely and effective enforcement is necessary.
Thank you and I will be in touch with a follow up.
Regards,
Garrett Stanton | He/Him
Homelessness Systems Coordinator
Office of the City Manager
200 E. Santa Clara Street, San José, CA 95113
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Subject: ILLEGALY PARKED TRAILERS
Below are trailers and big rigs on Las Colinas Lane in Sout San Jose on a small business street.
We have complained for months on this and they are still there.
It affects our businesses.
These trailers need to be ticketed and towed.
I get the tow companies probably cant handle all these trailers, which is where you all come in. You need to get a handle on this and fund the tow companies and give them property To tow to, since this problem is now out of hand. You all let this go too far.
Your constituents are screaming that they are now having their water taken out of their faucets on their private property at night when they are sleeping, from these trailers.
Braham, Lean, Chenoweth, Vista Park, and now they are taking over the park on Snell Ave, Martial Park.
How is this happening. Where are they coming from.
If they are coming from the Fairgrounds then you need to stop it. If they are being sent from Santa Cruz as some say, you need to stop that too.
They are now invading our neighborhoods. They have weapons. Kids walk to school and see this.
Its like gangs taking over the streets in some of these areas.
This is your job.
It should not take years to fix these issues. Las Colinas was 3 years, and they are coming back now.
We can’t have that.
They are now in neighborhoods.
But not in Almaden, those neighbors have no idea what is happening here because it’s not in Almaden. They say to just a tow truck and get them out of there.
They have no clue because again it’s not in those neighborhoods.
Which again, if illegal deals were made to keep this out of some areas and to send to other areas, like here, some homeowners are consulting
Lawyers. This will be outed.
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Start ticketing and towing. Stop giving us pat answers that take months and months with little to no results.
We need to stop this now. It is growing by the week.
Don’t’ remind us that you have things in the works, we are beyond that. You don’t have enough areas to put all what is being sent here. You let it get to this, So now its up to you to fix it, before someone gets hurt.
People are going to defend their property with guns to keep this crap away from their home. That’s where were at now.
We need answers, stop ignoring this problem. The city has tax dollars that is used for homeless, lots of money, help out the tow companies and give them funds to Get this off our streets, along with the encampments that are growing every day to.
Barbara Gallaty-President
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Protect Our Parks.
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