Mayor Matt Mahan
@mattmahansj.bsky.social
Mayor of San José. #BacktoBasics
In San Jose, we’re bringing together leaders from all corners of America to make government work better for our residents. And we’re using AI to do it. Learn more here: www.govtech.com/artificial-i...
How San Jose, Calif., Is Using AI for Efficiency
As the capital of Silicon Valley, San Jose has become a leading force in pushing local government agencies to be more efficient and deliberate by applying artificial intelligence.
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July 22, 2025 at 12:02 AM
In San Jose, we’re bringing together leaders from all corners of America to make government work better for our residents. And we’re using AI to do it. Learn more here: www.govtech.com/artificial-i...
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️23% ⬇️ in Unsheltered Homelessness
▪️An Avoidable Arson Tragedy
▪️New Leadership at SJACS
▪️3 Ribbon Cuttings, 2 Days
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▪️23% ⬇️ in Unsheltered Homelessness
▪️An Avoidable Arson Tragedy
▪️New Leadership at SJACS
▪️3 Ribbon Cuttings, 2 Days
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July 21, 2025 at 8:53 PM
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️23% ⬇️ in Unsheltered Homelessness
▪️An Avoidable Arson Tragedy
▪️New Leadership at SJACS
▪️3 Ribbon Cuttings, 2 Days
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▪️23% ⬇️ in Unsheltered Homelessness
▪️An Avoidable Arson Tragedy
▪️New Leadership at SJACS
▪️3 Ribbon Cuttings, 2 Days
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While we’ve all been watching the cost of living go up over the past few years — San Jose has been doing something about it. In 2024, 70,000 SJCE customers saved $24 million — and low-income families got an additional $6M off their bills. Our city is helping residents go green while saving green!
July 11, 2025 at 10:10 PM
While we’ve all been watching the cost of living go up over the past few years — San Jose has been doing something about it. In 2024, 70,000 SJCE customers saved $24 million — and low-income families got an additional $6M off their bills. Our city is helping residents go green while saving green!
Nice job SJPD! We’re getting ghost guns off our streets before they’ve even been manufactured.
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July 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Nice job SJPD! We’re getting ghost guns off our streets before they’ve even been manufactured.
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www.sjpd.org/Home/Compone...
Think you and your team can pull off a slam dunk and clinch the championship? Step onto the Slam Jose court for a dunk contest, 3 point shootout, free throw contest and more! Learn more and sign up here: slamjose.com
June 18, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Think you and your team can pull off a slam dunk and clinch the championship? Step onto the Slam Jose court for a dunk contest, 3 point shootout, free throw contest and more! Learn more and sign up here: slamjose.com
Anyone who cares about homelessness should be raising the alarm right now. We estimate that the state’s move to zero out HHAP would eliminate 3,250 shelter beds, reduce services for 12,500 people, and halt the construction of 2,250 housing units — at minimum. www.mercurynews.com/2025/06/13/s...
San Jose mayor says legislators ‘talking out of both sides of their mouths’ for demanding progress while cutting homelessness funding
Mayors of San Jose, San Francisco and Oakland have warned that the loss of state homelessness funding could halt the progress they have made in getting residents of the streets.
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June 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Anyone who cares about homelessness should be raising the alarm right now. We estimate that the state’s move to zero out HHAP would eliminate 3,250 shelter beds, reduce services for 12,500 people, and halt the construction of 2,250 housing units — at minimum. www.mercurynews.com/2025/06/13/s...
It’s the job of our leaders to implement the will of the people — whether they agree with it or not.
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Newsom doesn’t want to fund tough-on-crime law. Who should?
California voters overwhelmingly approved a tough-on-crime ballot measure in the November election. Supporters now want at least $250 million to fund it. Gov. Gavin Newsom gave them nothing.
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June 16, 2025 at 5:16 PM
It’s the job of our leaders to implement the will of the people — whether they agree with it or not.
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This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️Battling on Two Fronts
▪️Will 550 People Return to the Streets?
▪️The Big Three Mayors
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▪️Battling on Two Fronts
▪️Will 550 People Return to the Streets?
▪️The Big Three Mayors
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June 8, 2025 at 11:23 PM
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️Battling on Two Fronts
▪️Will 550 People Return to the Streets?
▪️The Big Three Mayors
Read more here: bit.ly/June8-Newsletter
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▪️Battling on Two Fronts
▪️Will 550 People Return to the Streets?
▪️The Big Three Mayors
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After a couple hard months, VTA and ATU have come to an agreement! Thanks to the workers, riders, and staff for sticking it out through a wild ride 🚍
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June 4, 2025 at 4:36 PM
After a couple hard months, VTA and ATU have come to an agreement! Thanks to the workers, riders, and staff for sticking it out through a wild ride 🚍
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Today, we gathered at Oak Hill Memorial Park to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Thank you to all of our veterans and your families — your lives and legacy will not be forgotten.
May 26, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Today, we gathered at Oak Hill Memorial Park to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Thank you to all of our veterans and your families — your lives and legacy will not be forgotten.
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️A Juncture in June
▪️Downtown is about to get more entertaining
▪️Meet our new police officers
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▪️A Juncture in June
▪️Downtown is about to get more entertaining
▪️Meet our new police officers
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May 25, 2025 at 11:58 PM
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️A Juncture in June
▪️Downtown is about to get more entertaining
▪️Meet our new police officers
Read more here: bit.ly/Newsletter-May25
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▪️A Juncture in June
▪️Downtown is about to get more entertaining
▪️Meet our new police officers
Read more here: bit.ly/Newsletter-May25
Subscribe to stay updated on issues in San Jose: bit.ly/SubscribeToJoinOurList
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️Implementation is Everything
▪️Real Time Crime
▪️Puppy Patrol
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▪️Implementation is Everything
▪️Real Time Crime
▪️Puppy Patrol
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May 12, 2025 at 2:13 AM
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️Implementation is Everything
▪️Real Time Crime
▪️Puppy Patrol
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▪️Implementation is Everything
▪️Real Time Crime
▪️Puppy Patrol
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Today marks 50 years since the Fall of Saigon — a moment of profound loss and remarkable resilience.
May 1, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Today marks 50 years since the Fall of Saigon — a moment of profound loss and remarkable resilience.
If small cities won’t do their part, we’ll look to the courts and the state to hold them accountable. San Jose is stepping up to end homelessness by building more shelter than any other city on the West Coast.
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Mahan: San Jose will not be dumping ground for other cities’ unhoused residents
Along with sponsoring a few state bills that promote all levels of government doing their fair share to address homelessness, San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan has eyed a potential legal remedy to prevent …
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April 29, 2025 at 8:51 PM
If small cities won’t do their part, we’ll look to the courts and the state to hold them accountable. San Jose is stepping up to end homelessness by building more shelter than any other city on the West Coast.
www.mercurynews.com/2025/04/29/m...
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This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️Progress vs. Process
▪️Graffiti Be Gone
▪️Blue City Blues
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▪️Progress vs. Process
▪️Graffiti Be Gone
▪️Blue City Blues
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April 27, 2025 at 10:24 PM
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️Progress vs. Process
▪️Graffiti Be Gone
▪️Blue City Blues
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▪️Progress vs. Process
▪️Graffiti Be Gone
▪️Blue City Blues
Read more here:
Subscribe to stay updated on issues in San Jose: www.bit.ly/SubscribeToJoinOurList
Homelessness can’t be a choice. Government has a responsibility to build shelter, and our homeless neighbors have a responsibility to use it.
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San Jose Considers Arresting Homeless People Who Refuse Housing
The mayor of the Silicon Valley city has proposed arresting people who don’t accept offers of shelter. It’s the latest sign of frustrations over tent encampments in California.
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April 21, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Homelessness can’t be a choice. Government has a responsibility to build shelter, and our homeless neighbors have a responsibility to use it.
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Happy Easter from the Mahan Family!
April 20, 2025 at 9:31 PM
Happy Easter from the Mahan Family!
Waymo embodies our region’s spirit of innovation, so it’s about time they joined us here in the Capital of Silicon Valley! Just in time, too — with Super Bowl 60 and the World Cup on the way, we’re expanding options for how people get around.
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San Jose mayor Mahan, local congressman Liccardo lend support as Waymo applies to bring robotaxis to the city
Waymo initially faced a rocky road in bringing its pioneering technology to Bay Area streets and highways.
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April 18, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Waymo embodies our region’s spirit of innovation, so it’s about time they joined us here in the Capital of Silicon Valley! Just in time, too — with Super Bowl 60 and the World Cup on the way, we’re expanding options for how people get around.
www.mercurynews.com/2025/04/17/s...
www.mercurynews.com/2025/04/17/s...
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️ Shared Responsibility
▪️ No Encampment Zones
▪️ Where’s Sharkie?
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▪️ Shared Responsibility
▪️ No Encampment Zones
▪️ Where’s Sharkie?
Read more here: bit.ly/Apr13-Newsletter
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April 13, 2025 at 11:31 PM
This week, our newsletter highlights:
▪️ Shared Responsibility
▪️ No Encampment Zones
▪️ Where’s Sharkie?
Read more here: bit.ly/Apr13-Newsletter
Subscribe to stay updated on issues in San Jose: www.bit.ly/SubscribeToJoinOurList
▪️ Shared Responsibility
▪️ No Encampment Zones
▪️ Where’s Sharkie?
Read more here: bit.ly/Apr13-Newsletter
Subscribe to stay updated on issues in San Jose: www.bit.ly/SubscribeToJoinOurList
Far too often in California, zoning and land use rules become a straitjacket that blocks investment. We’re loosening the straps with our Innovative Project Pathways program to turn high-impact, forward-thinking proposals into reality.
San Jose officials see major benefits from downtown data center, housing projects
City officials say Westbank’s combined data center and housing projects could offer major benefits to San Jose
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April 11, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Far too often in California, zoning and land use rules become a straitjacket that blocks investment. We’re loosening the straps with our Innovative Project Pathways program to turn high-impact, forward-thinking proposals into reality.
San José — you showed up for Fisher a couple weeks ago, but the party isn’t over! San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is back this August, with headliners like Mavis Staples and Common coming to visit Silicon Valley’s Downtown. Get your tickets today!
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San Jose Jazz Summer Fest announces huge lineup of talent for 2025
Mavis Staples, Common, PJ Morton, Ghost-Note, Femi Kuti & The Positive Force, Butcher Brown and José James set for San Jose Jazz Summer Fest.
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April 9, 2025 at 7:59 PM
San José — you showed up for Fisher a couple weeks ago, but the party isn’t over! San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is back this August, with headliners like Mavis Staples and Common coming to visit Silicon Valley’s Downtown. Get your tickets today!
www.mercurynews.com/2025/03/20/s...
www.mercurynews.com/2025/03/20/s...
This year, we’re going BIG. To celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made and prepare to be on the world stage in 2026, our State of the City this year is going to show what summer in San Jose looks like.
Space is limited — RSVP now: qrco.de/SOTC2025!
Space is limited — RSVP now: qrco.de/SOTC2025!
April 8, 2025 at 7:03 PM
This year, we’re going BIG. To celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made and prepare to be on the world stage in 2026, our State of the City this year is going to show what summer in San Jose looks like.
Space is limited — RSVP now: qrco.de/SOTC2025!
Space is limited — RSVP now: qrco.de/SOTC2025!
We're teaming up with Sen. Catherine Blakespear and Sen. Josh Becker on bold legislation that works to end homelessness–not just in San Jose, but statewide.
Tune in at 11AM, live from the Capitol, to learn more.
Tune in at 11AM, live from the Capitol, to learn more.
Desperately seeking county homelessness dollars
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April 7, 2025 at 4:12 PM
We're teaming up with Sen. Catherine Blakespear and Sen. Josh Becker on bold legislation that works to end homelessness–not just in San Jose, but statewide.
Tune in at 11AM, live from the Capitol, to learn more.
Tune in at 11AM, live from the Capitol, to learn more.
San José is taking decisive action against long-vacant, blighted properties that hinder our downtown's vibrancy. We're holding negligent owners accountable and exploring measures like receivership and eminent domain to revitalize these spaces.
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April 4, 2025 at 6:33 PM
San José is taking decisive action against long-vacant, blighted properties that hinder our downtown's vibrancy. We're holding negligent owners accountable and exploring measures like receivership and eminent domain to revitalize these spaces.
www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news...
www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news...
This is what common sense housing policy looks like. By dramatically cutting fees and speeding up approvals, we’re making it easier to build the homes San José residents need.
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San Jose incentive program will kickstart construction of large housing development
A multifamily housing incentive program will save one developer $4.9 million in taxes and fees to get the project off the ground.
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April 3, 2025 at 8:43 PM
This is what common sense housing policy looks like. By dramatically cutting fees and speeding up approvals, we’re making it easier to build the homes San José residents need.
www.mercurynews.com/2025/03/19/s...
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