Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Milpitas public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
9 issues in governance with medium priority
Milpitas Municipal Election and Measure K Overview
Staff presented information on the upcoming municipal elections and Measure K to keep the commission informed.
Election Information
Milpitas voters, get ready! The June 2 primary election is almost here, and it's packed with races from governor all the way down to local contests. Make sure you're informed and ready to cast your ballot!
City Official Death
Milpitas City Attorney Michael Mutalipassi passed away at 48, leaving a big empty seat at the top of the city's legal department. He was a major player in shaping local policies, so finding his replacement is going to be a huge deal for the city government.
City Official Travel Expenses
Milpitas city leaders are getting called out for their travel plans. Some council members missed out on a conference and the inauguration due to a last-minute issue, and now one official's expenses are being denied because they couldn't guarantee a quorum.
Legal Dispute Involving Former Mayor
Former Mayor Rich Tran is in legal trouble. The ex-city manager suing the city says Tran is refusing to show up for questioning, and now they want the judge to rule against him because of it.
Election Sign Vandalism
Election signs for a Milpitas councilmember and candidate were defaced with anti-Asian graffiti. Police are investigating this as a hate crime, and the targeted candidates are condemning the racist attack.
Mayoral race candidate withdrawal
Big shake-up in the Milpitas mayoral race! Former Mayor Rich Tran just pulled out to chase his tech dreams. He says he's too busy for the job, but hasn't picked a favorite to replace him yet.
Election Integrity
Milpitas voters, pay attention! A mayoral candidate is currently under state investigation. This raises questions about their eligibility and could influence your vote.
Mayoral Election
Get ready for more of the same in Milpitas! Mayor Esteves is back for his sixth term, meaning the city's direction is likely to stay on its current path. If you liked how things were going, you're probably happy.