"Councilmember Peter Ortiz announced a revitalization campaign for East San Jose focused on small business support, vacant storefront abatement, and cultural beautification."
"A five-pillar strategy was introduced to enhance economic empowerment, neighborhood renewal, infrastructure investment, public safety, and accountability for property owners."
"Ortiz emphasized the community's desire to protect against the over-concentration of liquor stores and smoke shops, arguing for a transformation of East San Jose."
"Recent investments exceeding $2 million were highlighted to demonstrate support for rejuvenating East San Jose's cultural and economic landscape."
The East San Jose revitalization campaign emphasizes small business support, vacant storefront abatement, and cultural beautification. Led by District 5 Councilmember Peter Ortiz, local leaders announced a five-pillar strategy aimed at economic empowerment, neighborhood renewal, infrastructure investment, public safety, and accountability. Ortiz noted that recent grants exceeding $2 million should be strategically utilized, with a strong stance against the over-concentration of liquor stores. Specific investments include a $100,000 grant for the gateway structure at the cultural district 'La Avenida'. Leaders aim to create a welcoming environment for families and businesses.
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