TO: RULES AND OPEN
GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
FROM: Mayor Matt Mahan
Chair Pam Foley
SUBJECT: Community and Economic
Development Committee
Work Plan
DATE: November 25, 2025
Approved Date:
11-25-25
Approved Date:
11-25-25
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Community and Economic Development Committee Work Plan for the period of January through June 2026 and set its meeting schedule on February 23, April 27, and June 15 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: STAFF:
Pam Foley, Chair Rosalynn Hughey, City Manager’s Office Rosemary Kamei, Vice Chair Johnny Phan, City Attorney’s Office Peter Ortiz, Member Vincent Rocha, Mayor’s Office
Michael Mulcahy, Member Yasmin Johnson, City Clerk’s Office George Casey, Member
MISSION STATEMENT
Facilitate the equitable and focused evolution of the City to foster strong communities and a diverse economy with shared prosperity for all.
RULES COMMITTEE:12/10/25
ITEM: B.2
RULES AND OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Re: Community and Economic Development Committee Work Plan
COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE WORK PLAN
January - June 2026
FEBRUARY 23, 2026
1. Housing Catalyst Team Work Plan Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a status report on the work to implement the Housing Catalyst Team Work Plan. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement/Housing/Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
2. Cost of Special Events Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a status report on the implementation of the Cost of Special Events Audit Recommendation 4, including assessment of options to enhance coordination or consolidation of the permitting process and timely invoice processing. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
3. Entertainment Zones Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a status report on the implementation of entertainment zones, including effectiveness, cost implications, and other key findings to inform the establishment of future entertainment zones. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
4. Economic Development Activities Semi-Annual Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a verbal semi-annual status report on recent announcements, significant accomplishments, and upcoming events related to economic development. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs) APRIL 27, 2026
1. Team San José Semi-Annual Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a semi-annual status report on the performance and activities of Team San José. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
2. 2026 Major Events Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a post-event report of Super Bowl LX and the NCAA Men’s Basketball West Regional Games, and a status report on planning updates and coordination efforts for FIFA World Cup. (City Manager/Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
RULES AND OPEN GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
Re: Community and Economic Development Committee Work Plan
3. Economic Strategy Work Plan Annual Report.
Purpose: Provide an annual report on the implementation of the Economic Strategy Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and Fiscal Year 2026-2027. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs)
4. Citywide Planning Activities Semi-Annual Status Report.
Purpose: Provide a semi-annual status report on citywide planning activities, including urban village planning, ordinance updates, and the General Plan FourYear Review process. (Planning, Building and Code Enforcement) JUNE 15, 2026
1. Housing Department Loan Portfolio Audit Report.
Purpose: Provide an audit report on the Housing Department loan portfolio. (City Auditor)
2. City Council Focus Area Status Report: Building More Housing.
Purpose: Provide a status report on the Building More Housing Focus Area. (Housing/Planning, Building and Code Enforcement/Public Works/Fire)
3. City Council Focus Area Status Report: Growing Our Economy.
Purpose: Provide a status report on the Growing Our Economy Focus Area. (Economic Development and Cultural Affairs/Planning, Building and Code Enforcement)