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Mission Statement
To make San Jose more beautiful through community advocacy, education and empowerment.
The Steering Committee is a 30 member Mayor and City Council appointed body.
- An appointment is for a two year term.
- Committee members are eligible to be reappointed.
- Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 3:30pm - 5:00pm.
- Meets ten times a year (August and December are recessed).
- The Steering Committee is the guiding and volunteer force behind a city-wide
beautification and environmental education program of the City of San Jose.
Committee Responsibilities
- Personal Commitment
Serve on at least one subcommittee of member's choice. Participate in San Jose Beautiful activities throughout the program year. Attend semi-annual planning workshops and
maintain adequate knowledge of programs, events and projects.
Attendance Commitment
Due to the dynamic nature of the program, regular attendance is necessary to remain
adequately informed. Therefore, three consecutive meeting absences without approval by the
Steering Committee Chair will be construed as a resignation. Committee members are
expected to comply with City policy on commission membership. Any conflict or perceived
conflict of interest must be submitted to the Executive Committee for determination.
Partnership Commitment
Identify and solicit potential project and event sponsors. Assist in identifying and
recruiting volunteers through industry, civic, and community contacts.
Program Objectives
- To educate children and adults about the importance of beautifying their community and
preserving the earth.
- To encourage and inspire individual and community groups to advance plans which
they can lead, manage and implement with San Jose Beautiful's help.
- To establish San Jose as city of gardens by creating and enhancing outdoor spaces with
gardens and public art that reflect its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and community
pride.
- To communicate the mission, activities and success of San Jose Beautiful to all segments
of the community.
- To obtain commitments in support of San Jose Beautiful's Mission from elected officials,
businesses and homeowners groups.
- To coordinate with and support other city programs and departments related to
beautification.
- To restore adequate funding levels for San Jose Beautiful programs and services.
- To leverage City funds for beautification with volunteer, non-profit, civic and
corporate contributions.
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San Jose Beautiful Steering Committee
