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SJPD Chief Chris Moore (SJPD)

SJPD Chief Moore Retires After 27 Years On The Force

After 27 years in the department, San Jose Police Chief Chris Moore retired on Friday.

2013/01/18

San Jose City Councilmember Rose Herrera

War Of Words Heats Up Between San Jose City Councilwoman, Police Officers Union

Anyone who follows San Jose politics knows that the San Jose Police Officers Association and councilwoman Rose Herrera have long been at odds – particularly, over law enforcement budget cuts and pension reform. Their war of words only seems to be heating up as the November election nears.

2012/10/15

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San Jose Lawmakers Seek To Shut Marijuana Clubs That Don’t Pay Taxes

Three San Jose City Council members plan to propose an ordinance on Wednesday that would give the city the power to shut down medical marijuana dispensaries that skip out on their taxes.

2012/09/11

A vial of medical marijuana

San Jose Pot Clubs Targeted For Not Paying Taxes

They want more options when it comes to how to handle businesses that aren’t paying their fair share.

2012/09/11

San Jose City Hall

San Jose To Implement Pension Reform For New Hires

The San Jose City Council passed an ordinance Tuesday that will implement a second tier pension plan for new employees.

2012/08/28

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Neighbors Can Connect Through Social Network At San Jose’s National Night Out BBQ

National Night Out BBQ in San Jose is an opportunity for for neighbors to connect, but this time around they’ll also have an opportunity to check out a new social network specifically designed to connect neighbors.

2012/08/07

A San Jose Police patrol car. (CBS)

San Jose Considers Tighter Control Of Police Moonlighting

The San Jose Police Department does not adequately monitor uniformed security work performed by off-duty police officers, according to a recent audit.

2012/04/17

Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Library, San Jose

San Jose Likely To Reopen Shuttered Libraries

The San Jose City Council is expected to approve a recommendation Tuesday by the mayor to open new libraries. The suggestion would target libraries that have already been built, but have been shuttered because of budget cuts.

2012/03/20

Downtown San Jose

San Jose’s $10 Million Surplus Partly From City Employee Job and Pay Cuts

San Jose’s Mayor Reed is pleased his most recent budget report shows a surplus, but admits cuts to services are partly the reason for being in the black.

2012/03/10

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San Jose Offers New Tax Break To Lure Developers

The San Jose City Council approved a temporary tax break Tuesday to encourage more commercial development in the city.

2012/02/01

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