Part 43 — OFFICE OF RACIAL AND SOCIAL EQUITY
San Jose Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-29 · San Jose
2.04.4300 - Establishment.¶
The Office of Racial and Social Equity, formerly known as the Office of Racial Equity established in the Mayor's June Budget Message for Fiscal Year 2020-2021, is hereby established.
(Ord. 31076.)
2.04.4310 - Department head.¶
The Racial and Social Equity Director shall be the head of the Office of Racial and Social Equity.
(Ord. 31076.)
2.04.4320 - Functions, powers and duties.¶
The Racial and Social Equity Director shall:
A.
Oversee the Office of Racial and Social Equity, and City department efforts to advance racial and social equity.
B.
Administer the implementation of the Equity Values and Standards Council Policy and related programs, which shall apply to all elected and appointed officials and employees of the City.
C.
Perform all other functions and duties, consistent with the Charter, assigned by act of the City Council.
(Ord. 31076.)
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