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Matter 25-1335

Preliminary Actions Required for the Creation of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District and Levy of Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

Economic Development City Council Agenda Ready Introduced 02 Dec 2025
4 Documents on file 4.09 MB · 4 extracted · 4 AI summaries
File
25-1335
Type
Community & Economic Development
Status
Agenda Ready
Requester
Unknown
Introduced
02 Dec 2025
Last synced
19 May 2026 · 04:03

The papers

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Memorandum

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The memorandum outlines preliminary actions required for the creation of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District (ARSCSBID) and the levy of assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. It includes recommendations for establishing the district, setting public meetings and hearings, and appointing an advisory board. The document details the background of the business corridor, the need for a BID, and the proposed budget and fee structure. It also describes the steps necessary for establishing the BID and the expected timeline for implementation.

Key points
  • The memorandum is addressed to the Mayor and City Council regarding the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District.
  • A public meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2026, and a public hearing for February 3, 2026.
  • The memorandum recommends adopting a resolution to establish the BID and levy assessments.
  • The Alum Rock Santa Clara Street corridor is home to 543 small businesses.
  • The proposed assessment fee is $350 per business, with an expected annual income of $133,035.
  • The ARSCSBA will serve as the Advisory Board for the BID.
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COUNCIL AGENDA: FILE: ITEM: TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SUBJECT: See Below Approved 12/16/25 25-1335 8.2 FROM: Jen Baker DATE: November 24, 2025 Date: 12/3/25 COUNCIL DISTRICTS: 3, 5 SUBJECT: Preliminary Actions Required for the Creation of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District and Levy of Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 RECOMMENDATION (a) Adopt a resolution: (1) Declaring the City Council’s intention to establish the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District; (2) Setting a public meeting for January 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. and a public hearing for February 3, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. on the formation of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District; (3) Directing the City Clerk to publish the required notice of the public meeting and public hearing; and (4) Appointing the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association as the Advisory Board to advise the City Council on all issues related to the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District. (b) Subject to the establishment of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District: (1) Preliminarily approve the estimated budget and fee...
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(a) Resolution

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This document is a draft resolution from the City Council of San Jose declaring its intention to establish the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District (ARSCSBID) under the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989. It outlines the purpose of the district, the appointment of an advisory board, and the proposed improvements and activities to be funded. A public meeting and hearing are scheduled for January 13, 2026, and February 3, 2026, respectively, to gather input from the community. The resolution includes details on assessment rates, the process for protests, and the responsibilities of the City Clerk in notifying the public.

Key points
  • The resolution declares the intention to establish the ARSCSBID.
  • The ARSCSBID aims to support physical maintenance, marketing, and promotion efforts in the business corridor.
  • The governing board of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association will serve as the advisory board.
  • Public meetings and hearings are scheduled for January 13, 2026, and February 3, 2026.
  • The assessment rate for businesses will be a flat rate of $350 annually.
  • Protests against the establishment of the ARSCSBID can be made orally or in writing.
  • The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the public meeting and hearing.
Limitations
  • The document is a draft and contains unresolved placeholders for certain sections.
  • Specific details such as the exact date of adoption and voting outcomes are not provided.

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SAW:KMM:KMF 12/01/2025 RESOLUTION NO. ______________ A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JOSE DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ESTABLISH THE ALUM ROCK SANTA CLARA STREET BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA LAW OF 1989; FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE OF A PUBLIC MEETING AND PUBLIC HEARING AND GIVING NOTICE THEREOF; AND APPOINTING AN ADVISORY BOARD TO ADVISE THE CITY COUNCIL ON ALL ISSUES RELATED TO THE ALUM ROCK SANTA CLARA STREET BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT WHEREAS, the Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989, Streets and Highways Code §36500 et seq. (“89 Law”), authorizes the City of San José (“City”) to establish business improvement areas allowing businesses to raise funds to support joint efforts within a specific geographic area; and WHEREAS, in 2024, the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association, Inc. (“ARSCSBA”) was established as a non-profit corporation, and in October 2025 the ARSCSBA governing board voted in favor of establishing a business improvement district in the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street business corridor; and WHEREAS, the ARSCSBA, business owners in the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street business...
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(b)(2) Resolution

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This document is a resolution from the City Council of San José declaring its intent to levy assessments for the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District (ARSCSBID) for the fiscal year 2025-2026. It sets a public hearing for February 3, 2026, to discuss the proposed assessments and related activities. The resolution outlines the process for public input and protest regarding the assessments and directs the City Clerk to provide notice of the hearing.

Key points
  • The resolution declares the intent to levy assessments for the ARSCSBID for fiscal year 2025-2026.
  • A public hearing is scheduled for February 3, 2026, to discuss the proposed assessments.
  • The resolution includes provisions for public testimony and written protests regarding the assessments.
  • The City Clerk is directed to give notice of the public hearing.
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SAW:KMM:KMF 11/21/2025 RESOLUTION NO. ______________ A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN JOSE DECLARING ITS INTENT TO LEVY ASSESSMENTS, SUBJECT TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ALUM ROCK SANTA CLARA STREET BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT, FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR FEBRUARY 3, 2026 PURSUANT TO THE PARKING AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT AREA LAW OF 1989 WHEREAS, on this same date, the Council of the City of San José declared its intent to establish the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District ("ARSCSBID") pursuant to the California Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989, Streets and Highways Code Section 36500 et seq. (“89 Law”) and set a public hearing on February 3, 2026 for the establishment of the ARSCSBID; and WHEREAS, the Council appointed Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Association, Inc. as the Advisory Board for the ARSCSBID, and the Advisory Board has prepared and submitted a proposed Budget Report for the remainder of fiscal year 2025-2026 (ending June 30) ("Report"); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the 89 Law, a public hearing must be held on the proposed levy of assessments for each fiscal year; NOW, THEREFORE,...
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Presentation - est. 5 minutes

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The document outlines the establishment of the Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District (BID), which is formed under California law to raise funds for the benefit of local businesses. The district encompasses a diverse area with over 1,700 jobs and 543 active businesses. The annual assessment rate for businesses is $350, projected to generate $133,035 in revenue in the first year. The budget allocates funds for safety, beautification, marketing, and administration. A timeline for the formation of the BID includes several council meetings and a public hearing, culminating in the assessment beginning on April 26, 2026.

Key points
  • BIDs are formed under the California Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989.
  • The Alum Rock Santa Clara Street District includes diverse small businesses and spans from 22nd Street to Capitol Avenue.
  • There are 543 businesses in the district, with an annual assessment rate of $350.
  • Projected revenue for the first year is $133,035, assuming 70% collection of assessments.
  • The budget allocates 50% for safety and beautification, 25% for marketing, and 25% for administration.
  • The timeline for BID formation includes key council meetings from December 2025 to April 2026.
Limitations
  • The document appears to be a draft as it includes placeholders for dates and lacks finalized details.
  • The timeline includes specific dates that may not be confirmed.

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Alum Rock Santa Clara Street Business Improvement District Item 8.2 December 16, 2025 Jen Baker Blage Zelalich Victor Farlie Jessica Muñoz Director, City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs Deputy Director, City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs Assistant to the City Manager, City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs Senior Executive Analyst, City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs 01 BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) BIDs are formed pursuant to the California Parking and Business Improvement Area Law of 1989. BID law allows for the creation of special benefit assessment districts to raise funds within a specific geographic area. BIDs allows business owners to organize their efforts and raise funds exclusively for the benefit of the district. Business owners within the assessment district boundaries fund the district, and 99% of funds are used to provide services desired by and benefitting businesses within the district. City Council renews the BID annually. 02 ABOUT THE DISTRICT The Alum Rock Santa Clara Street District stretches from 22nd Street to Capitol Avenue. It is...