Government Affairs
Fighting to protect the real estate industry and the rights of private property owners.
Empower Homebuyers Program
Please take a minute to learn about the program through Santa Clara County’s Measure A funds
This program is one step toward utilizing the Measure A funds in a way that brings sustainable and attainable affordability in pursuit of the MOST stabilizing form of housing: Homeownership. Click here to learn more about the Empower Homebuyer Program.
What is the REALTOR® Party?
The REALTOR® Party protects and promotes homeownership and private property rights with resources contributed through the REALTOR® Action Fund. We advocate REALTOR® Party values in the halls of government which makes critical decisions that impact your business. Your leadership team on REALTOR® Party Issues includes the Association Board of Directors, Local Government Relations Committee, Local Candidate Recommendation Committee, and Government Affairs Director.
What is the REALTOR® Action Fund?
RAF collects funds to protect private property rights, homeownership, and YOUR business. We helped save tax deductions that help homeowners save money. In the tax reform bill recently passed by Congress deductions for property taxes and mortgage interest were preserved. We have also successfully fought back against taxes on your commission and unnecessary fees on home buyers because of the efforts of our members. We need your continued support and contributions. Please contribute online now or on your annual dues.
City/County Commissions
Staff Contact and Application Info
Gilroy
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Sharon Goei, Staff Liaison, sharon.goei@ci.gilroy.ca.us
Parks & Recreation Commission
Staff Contact: Adam Henig, Staff Liaison, adam.henig@cityofgilroy.org
Open Government Commission
Staff Contact: Thai Pham, City Clerk, cityclerk@cityofgilroy.org
For a full list of commissions and vacancies: https://www.cityofgilroy.org/148/Boards-Commissions-Committees
Commission Application: https://gilroy.primegov.com/Portal/NewForm/3
Morgan Hill
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Jennifer Carman, Development Services Director 408-778-6480; jennifer.carman@morganhill.ca.gov
Parks and Rec Committee
Staff Contact: Chris Ghione, Public Services Director, 408-782-9154 chris.ghione@morganhill.ca.gov
For a full list of commissions and vacancies: https://www.morgan-hill.ca.gov/148/Commissions
Commission Application: http://www.morgan-hill.ca.gov/FormCenter/City-Clerk-9/Commission-Application-148
Santa Clara City
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Reena Brilliot, Assistant Director of Community Development, 408-615-2450, PlanningCommission@santaclaraca.gov
Parks and Rec Commission
Staff Contact: James F. Teixeira, Parks and Rec Director 408-615-2261, ParksAndRecreationCommission@santaclaraca.gov
Housing Commission (Launch Date – Spring 2023)
Staff Contact: TBD
For a full list of commissions and vacancies: https://www.santaclaraca.gov/our-city/government/boards-commissions/
Commission Application: https://lfwebprod.santaclaraca.gov/Forms/CLK1/
San Jose
Commission Housing and Community Development
Staff Contact: Kristen Clements and Luisa Galdamez – Housing Department. 408-535-8357, Kristen.Clements@sanjoseca.gov & Luisa.Galdamez@sanjoseca.gov
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Jennifer Provedor – Planning, Building, & Code Enforcement, 408-535-7894, jennifer.provedor@sanjoseca.gov
Neighborhood Commission
Staff Contact: Olympia Williams – Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services. Olympia.Williams@sanjoseca.gov
Parks and Recreation Commission
Staff Contact: Teresa Meyer-Calvert – Parks, Recreation & Neighborhood Services. (408) 793-4186
Appeals Hearing Board
Staff Contact: Karla Caceres – Planning, Building, & Code Enforcement. 408-535-7720, Karla.Caceres@sanjoseca.gov
Board of Fair Campaign & Political Practices
Staff Contact: Megan Roche – Office of the City Clerk. 408-535-1260, Megan.Roche@sanjoseca.gov
For a full list of commissions and vacancies and to apply: https://sanjose.granicus.com/boards/w/923860ac785826ef
Milpitas
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Ned Thomas, Planning Director, 408-586-3279, nthomas@milpitas.gov
Economic Development and Trade Commission
Staff Contact: Daniel Degu, Economic Development Coordinator, 408-586-3054, ddegu@milpitas.gov, Alex Andrade, Economic Development Director, 408-586-3046, aandrade@milpitas.gov
Community Advisory Commission
Staff Contact: Robert Musallam, Housing Administrator, 408-586-3275, rmusallam@milpitas.gov
Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources Commission
Staff Contact: Renee Lorentzen, Director of Recreation & Community Services, 408-586-3409, rlorentzen@milpitas.gov, Joshua Clevenger, RCS Supervisor, 408-586-3207, jclevenger@milpitas.gov, Justin Yount, Recording Secretary, 408-586-3225, jyount@milpitas.gov
Check for a full list of commissions and vacancies, and apply at https://www.milpitas.gov/our-government/commission/
Campbell
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Planning Division, planning@cityofcampbell.com, 408-866-2140
Civic Improvement Commission
Staff Contact: Brian Loventhal, City Manager, cmoffice@cityofcampbell.com, 408-866-2125
General Plan Advisory Committee
Staff Contact: Brian Loventhal, City Manager 408-866-2125 cmoffice@cityofcampbell.com
Parks & Recreation Commission
Staff contact: Natasha Bissell, Recreation and Community Services Director. natashab@cityofcampbell.com, 408-866-2771
Building Board of Appeals
Staff contact: Bill Bruckart, Building Official, billb@cityofcampbell.com, 408-866-2130
Rental Increase Fact Finding Committee
Staff Contact: Community Development Department, 408-866-2140
Check for a full list of commissions and vacancies at: https://campbellca.gov/157/Boards-Commissions. Submit Applications to the City Clerk’s Office in-person or e-mail to clerksoffice@campbellca.gov
Santa Clara County
County Commissions
Staff Contact: Board Clerk, Boards and Commissions, 408-299-5001 bnc@cob.sccgov.org
- Assessment Appeals Board I/II/III/IV
- Assessment Appeals Value Hearing Officers
- Citizens’ Advisory Commission on Elections
- Housing Authority
- San Martin Planning Advisory Committee
- Roads Commission
- Planning Commission
- Parks and Recreation Commission
For a full list of commissions and vacancies: https://boardclerk.sccgov.org/boards-and-commissions/opportunities
Commission Appointment Form: https://santaclaracounty.primegov.com/Portal/NewForm/1?committeeId
SANTA CLARA COUNTY LOCAL DISCLOSURES
View local disclosures required during the sale of real property within Santa Clara County.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PLANNING & CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENTS AND HOUSING AGENCIES
View contact information for specific cities in Santa Clara County
LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT PARCEL TAX EXEMPTIONS
23 school districts have parcel tax exemption policies in Santa Clara County. Find out if you or your clients are eligible.
LOW FLOW DISCLOSURES
Many REALTORS® have asked about the state law requiring that Water-Conserving Plumbing Fixtures be installed in homes by 2017.
FIREPLACE REPLACEMENT AND WOOD SMOKE REDUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM
The Wood Smoke Reduction Incentive Program was developed by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to improve local air quality and reduce wintertime particulate matter pollution by helping Bay Area homeowners and landlords replace their wood-burning heating devices with cleaner options.
LOCAL BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES AND FEES IN SANTA CLARA COUNTY
In Santa Clara County, all 15 cities require that a business register and pay a tax or a fee for engaging in business activity within that city. Learn what your regulatory and tax obligations are by reading this article.
SANTA CLARA COUNTY SIGN ORDINANCE REFERENCE GUIDE
This is a reference guide on local sign ordinances and how they impact your ability to market real property.
SAN JOSE 2017 BUSINESS LICENSE TAX CHANGES
Important changes have been made to the San Jose business tax, which was approved by San Jose voters on November 8, 2016 (Measure G). The approved changes took effect on July 1, 2017 and impact REALTORS®, brokers, and rental property owners of single family homes and duplexes.