Stay ConnectedWelcome to the Only in San José (OSJ) civic education podcast, aimed at demystifying and democratizing the process of civic participation in local government–ground zero of systemic change. Hosted by Ellina Yin.
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In Episode 4 we dive into the world of Campaign Finance & Political Practices with Adrian Gonzales, a professional consultant in local government processes and current Chair of the Board of Fair Campaign and Political Practices (formerly Ethics Commission). Together we will breakdown the upcoming Nov 2020 Ballot Measure, nuances in campaigning for office, the mechanisms the public have to participate, and the political practices that are shaping our city’s future.
Resources Links:
Special City Council Meeting: cutt.ly/july28-special
Register to Vote: registertovote.ca.gov/
Keeping up with Only in San Jose:
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Become a Member: cutt.ly/osj-patreon
Volunteer: cutt.ly/osj-volunteer
In episode 3, picking up where we left off in episode 2, we speak to Planning Commissioner Mariel Caballero, Chair of the City of San José Planning Commission. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the nuts and bolts of this particular commission. If you are interested in learning more please check out the following links:
P.S. - I’m still working on some background noise for phone call interviews, please bare with me! Thank you!!
In Episode 2 Ellina explains what is the Planning Commission. What they do, their impacts and influences, some historical context, and where they are at now. If you are interested in learning more we invite you to check out the following links that served as sources for this episode:
In Episode 1 our host Ellina Yin provides a brief introduction into the Boards Commissions, and Committees (BCC) of San José. What they are, why they are important, when and where to apply if interested. To learn more about Only in San José (OSJ) visit us at www.onlyinsj.org
Welcome to Only in San José, a community podcast aimed at demystifying and democratizing the process of civic participation in local government--ground zero of systemic change.
Our mission is to build a culture of civic participation by strategically providing free civic education, that enables, and empowers the people of San José with the knowledge, skills, resources, and confidence to create the change they wish to see in their community.
Hosted by Ellina Yin.
To learn more by visit www.onlyinsj.org
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