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December 17, 2025 - City of Milpitas Workforce Housing Rental Assistance Program press release December 17, 2025 - City of Milpitas Workforce Housing Rental Assistance Program press release
November 13,2025 - MidCon Press release PDF November 13,2025 - MidCon Press release PDF
September 11, 2025 - Zoning Ordinance Press Release September 11, 2025 - Zoning Ordinance Press Release
June 4, 2025 - FY 2025/26 Budget Update June 4, 2025 - FY 2025/26 Budget Update
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April 16, 2025 - Appointment of Interim City Manager April 16, 2025 - Appointment of Interim City Manager
April 1, 2025 - City Manager Departure April 1, 2025 - City Manager Departure
March 13, 2025 - Rivian Press Release March 13, 2025 - Rivian Press Release
March 6, 2025 - Federal Grant Awards Press Release March 6, 2025 - Federal Grant Awards Press Release
March 3, 2025 - City Hall Hours Press Release March 3, 2025 - City Hall Hours Press Release
February 19, 2025 - Operating Budget Study Session February 19, 2025 - Operating Budget Study Session
February 19, 2025 - Microenterprise Assistance Program MEAP February 19, 2025 - Microenterprise Assistance Program MEAP
February 11, 2025 - Results of Community Satisfaction Survey February 11, 2025 - Results of Community Satisfaction Survey
September 11, 2024 - Milpitas to Receive $2.9 Million Federal Grant September 11, 2024 - Milpitas to Receive $2.9 Million Federal Grant
July 3, 2024 - Milpitas Announces Adoption of Phase 1 Zoning Update July 3, 2024 - Milpitas Announces Adoption of Phase 1 Zoning Update
June 5, 2024 - Milpitas City Council Adopts FY 2024-25 Operating Budget June 5, 2024 - Milpitas City Council Adopts FY 2024-25 Operating Budget
May 22, 2024 - Milpitas Brings Real-Time, Automated Translation to Public Meetings with Wordly May 22, 2024 - Milpitas Brings Real-Time, Automated Translation to Public Meetings with Wordly
May 10, 2024 - City Releases Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025 May 10, 2024 - City Releases Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2024 - 2025
May 8, 2024 - City of Milpitas and Milpitas Police Officers’ Association Reach Contract Agreement May 8, 2024 - City of Milpitas and Milpitas Police Officers’ Association Reach Contract Agreement
May 7, 2024 - New Streamlined ADU Design and Permitting Process May 7, 2024 - New Streamlined ADU Design and Permitting Process
April 12, 2024-Milpitas Unveils First Phase of Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Update April 12, 2024-Milpitas Unveils First Phase of Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Update
April 11, 2024- Milpitas Unveils Police Department Transparency Portal to Enhance Community April 11, 2024- Milpitas Unveils Police Department Transparency Portal to Enhance Community
April 4,2024 - Milpitas Announces Appointment of Luz Cofresi-Howe as New Finance Director April 4,2024 - Milpitas Announces Appointment of Luz Cofresi-Howe as New Finance Director
March 7,2024 - Successful Conclusion of Labor Negotiations March 7,2024 - Successful Conclusion of Labor Negotiations
February 21, 2024 - Cannabis Ordinance February 21, 2024 - Cannabis Ordinance
January 23, 2024- Milpitas Celebrates Historic Platinum Anniversary Milestone January 23, 2024- Milpitas Celebrates Historic Platinum Anniversary Milestone
January 20, 2024 -Milpitas Fire Department Showcases Exemplary Response in Recent Emergency January 20, 2024 -Milpitas Fire Department Showcases Exemplary Response in Recent Emergency
On January 17, at approximately 6:19 am, the Milpitas Fire Department was dispatched to the address of 88 South Park Victoria Drive for a reported Structure Fire.
January 16, 2024 - Applications Now Accepted for Milpitas Microenterprise Assistance Program January 16, 2024 - Applications Now Accepted for Milpitas Microenterprise Assistance Program
December 18, 2023 -Vice Mayor Chua Reappointment (PDF) December 18, 2023 -Vice Mayor Chua Reappointment (PDF)
The City of Milpitas is proud to announce the re-appointment of Vice Mayor Evelyn Chua to the esteemed position of Vice Mayor, reaffirming the trust and confidence placed in her capable leadership
December 1, 2023 - Milpitas is Working to Keep Families Safe this Holiday Shopping Season (PDF) December 1, 2023 - Milpitas is Working to Keep Families Safe this Holiday Shopping Season (PDF)
This holiday season, shoppers in Milpitas can expect to see increased law enforcement presence in and around retail stores to provide a secure and safe shopping experience for residents and visitors. Recognizing the increased foot traffic and shopping activity during this time combined with the recent surge in shoplifting and organized retail and car theft, the City has undertaken proactive steps to prioritize community safety.
December 1, 2023 - Dagupan Delegation Visit (PDF) December 1, 2023 - Dagupan Delegation Visit (PDF)
A delegation from the Philippines visited Milpitas early this week, making the trip to celebrate a very special occasion. The group from Dagupan City was in town to officially mark the continuation of their sister city relationship with Milpitas.
October 10, 2023 - Zoom Public Comments (PDF) October 10, 2023 - Zoom Public Comments (PDF)
October 5, 2023 - City Manager Appointment (PDF) October 5, 2023 - City Manager Appointment (PDF)
The Milpitas City Council unanimously voted to appoint Ned Thomas as the next City Manager of Milpitas at Tuesday evening’s City Council meeting.
June 26, 2023 - Acting City Manager (PDF) June 26, 2023 - Acting City Manager (PDF)
On June 20, 2023 the Milpitas City Council voted to appoint Ned P. Thomas, AICP, as Acting City Manager. This action takes effect Monday June 26, 2023, and will continue on an interim or temporary basis until Council takes subsequent action.
June 23, 2023 - NewWebsite Launch (PDF) June 23, 2023 - NewWebsite Launch (PDF)
June 7, 2023 - Milpitas City Council Adopts FY 2023-24 Budget (PDF) June 7, 2023 - Milpitas City Council Adopts FY 2023-24 Budget (PDF)
May 19, 2023 - Milpitas Housing Element Update Receives State Certification (PDF) May 19, 2023 - Milpitas Housing Element Update Receives State Certification (PDF)
April 20, 2023 - Delano Manongs Park Naming (PDF) April 20, 2023 - Delano Manongs Park Naming (PDF)
April 11, 2023 - First Affordable Housing Development (PDF) April 11, 2023 - First Affordable Housing Development (PDF)
March 9, 2023 - City of Milpitas Appoints New Fire Chief (PDF) March 9, 2023 - City of Milpitas Appoints New Fire Chief (PDF)
February 28, 2023 - Mortgage Rent Relief (PDF) February 28, 2023 - Mortgage Rent Relief (PDF)
January 4, 2023 - City of Milpitas Local Emergency Proclamation - January Storm Event (PDF) January 4, 2023 - City of Milpitas Local Emergency Proclamation - January Storm Event (PDF)
January 4, 2023 - City Anticipates Major Storm - Urge Residents to Prepare (PDF) January 4, 2023 - City Anticipates Major Storm - Urge Residents to Prepare (PDF)
January 3, 2023 - Matt Cano Appointed as the New Deputy City Manager (PDF) January 3, 2023 - Matt Cano Appointed as the New Deputy City Manager (PDF)
December 12, 2022 - Launch of Milpitas Rent & Mortgage Relief Program (PDF) December 12, 2022 - Launch of Milpitas Rent & Mortgage Relief Program (PDF)
October 13, 2022 - Milpitas Wins Distinguished Financial Reporting Award (PDF) October 13, 2022 - Milpitas Wins Distinguished Financial Reporting Award (PDF)
October 6, 2022 - Jared Hernandez Appointed As Police Chief (PDF) October 6, 2022 - Jared Hernandez Appointed As Police Chief (PDF)
July 14, 2022 - Milpitas Wins at the 2022 American Planning Association Award (PDF) July 14, 2022 - Milpitas Wins at the 2022 American Planning Association Award (PDF)
June 23, 2022 - Milpitas Invited to Participate in 2022 Select USA Investment Summit (PDF) June 23, 2022 - Milpitas Invited to Participate in 2022 Select USA Investment Summit (PDF)
June 9, 2022 - Milpitas City Council Adopted FY22-23 Budget (PDF) June 9, 2022 - Milpitas City Council Adopted FY22-23 Budget (PDF)
May 6, 2022 - Launch of WaterSmart Customer Web Portal (PDF) May 6, 2022 - Launch of WaterSmart Customer Web Portal (PDF)
May 5, 2022 - City of Milpitas Joins Symbium Plancheck Pilot Program (PDF) May 5, 2022 - City of Milpitas Joins Symbium Plancheck Pilot Program (PDF)
April 29, 2022 - City of Milpitas Proposed FY 2022-23 Budget (PDF) April 29, 2022 - City of Milpitas Proposed FY 2022-23 Budget (PDF)
April 20, 2022 - Michael Mutalipassi Appointed as the New City Attorney (PDF) April 20, 2022 - Michael Mutalipassi Appointed as the New City Attorney (PDF)
April 20, 2022 - Launch of Childcare Assistance Programs (PDF) April 20, 2022 - Launch of Childcare Assistance Programs (PDF)
April 20, 2022 - Milpitas Achieves Milestones in Smart City Infrastructure Program (PDF) April 20, 2022 - Milpitas Achieves Milestones in Smart City Infrastructure Program (PDF)
April 7, 2022 - Milpitas Awarded Over 1.08M to Implement On Demand Micro-Transit Service (PDF) April 7, 2022 - Milpitas Awarded Over 1.08M to Implement On Demand Micro-Transit Service (PDF)
March 28, 2022 - Milpitas Awarded Grant by the CA Commission on the Status of Women & Girls (PDF) March 28, 2022 - Milpitas Awarded Grant by the CA Commission on the Status of Women & Girls (PDF)
March 25, 2022 - Rep. Khanna Delivers 3M to Fund Bridge Extension Over Penitencia Creek (PDF) March 25, 2022 - Rep. Khanna Delivers 3M to Fund Bridge Extension Over Penitencia Creek (PDF)
January 28, 2022 - Milpitas Development Review Handbook (PDF) January 28, 2022 - Milpitas Development Review Handbook (PDF)
January 17, 2022 - Milpitas Small Business Assistance Grant Program (PDF) January 17, 2022 - Milpitas Small Business Assistance Grant Program (PDF)
December 20, 2021 - ADU Workshop (PDF) December 20, 2021 - ADU Workshop (PDF)
August 19, 2021 - Milpitas Planning Commission Approved New Stratford School Facility (PDF) August 19, 2021 - Milpitas Planning Commission Approved New Stratford School Facility (PDF)
August 12, 2021 - City Council Approves Affordable Housing Project at 308 Sango Court (PDF) August 12, 2021 - City Council Approves Affordable Housing Project at 308 Sango Court (PDF)
June 17, 2021 - City of Milpitas Approves Community Development Block Grant (PDF) June 17, 2021 - City of Milpitas Approves Community Development Block Grant (PDF)
June 7, 2021 - City Council Adopts FY2021-22 Budget (PDF) June 7, 2021 - City Council Adopts FY2021-22 Budget (PDF)
May 20, 2021 - Milpitas Launches Comprehensive Smart City Energy & Water Savings Program (PDF) May 20, 2021 - Milpitas Launches Comprehensive Smart City Energy & Water Savings Program (PDF)
May 19, 2021 - Short-Term Rental Program Registration (PDF) May 19, 2021 - Short-Term Rental Program Registration (PDF)
April 30, 2021 - Milpitas Fiscal Year 2021-22 Proposed Budget (PDF) April 30, 2021 - Milpitas Fiscal Year 2021-22 Proposed Budget (PDF)
April 23, 2021 - Symbium and City of Milpitas Partnership Launches Build App (PDF) April 23, 2021 - Symbium and City of Milpitas Partnership Launches Build App (PDF)
April 5, 2021 - Milpitas City Council Adopts 2040 General Plan (PDF) April 5, 2021 - Milpitas City Council Adopts 2040 General Plan (PDF)
March 3, 2021 - City Manager Announces New Finance Director - Lauren Lai (PDF) March 3, 2021 - City Manager Announces New Finance Director - Lauren Lai (PDF)
January 1, 2021 - City Manager Announces New City Clerk - Wendy Wood (PDF) January 1, 2021 - City Manager Announces New City Clerk - Wendy Wood (PDF)
December 20, 2020 - Police Chief Retirement (PDF) December 20, 2020 - Police Chief Retirement (PDF)
September 12, 2020 - MUSD & City of Milpitas Resources for Families and Small Businesses (PDF) September 12, 2020 - MUSD & City of Milpitas Resources for Families and Small Businesses (PDF)
August 18, 2020 - City of Milpitas Introduces CEDAW Ordinance (PDF) August 18, 2020 - City of Milpitas Introduces CEDAW Ordinance (PDF)
August 14, 2020 - Microenterprise Grant Program (PDF) August 14, 2020 - Microenterprise Grant Program (PDF)
August 6, 2020 - City Council Approves Milpitas Microenterprise Grant Program (PDF) August 6, 2020 - City Council Approves Milpitas Microenterprise Grant Program (PDF)
June 26, 2020 - City of Milpitas Adopts CDBG Funding (PDF) June 26, 2020 - City of Milpitas Adopts CDBG Funding (PDF)
June 9, 2020 - City of Milpitas Extends Mobile Testing (PDF) June 9, 2020 - City of Milpitas Extends Mobile Testing (PDF)
May 26, 2020 - City of Milpitas Mobile Testing (PDF) May 26, 2020 - City of Milpitas Mobile Testing (PDF)
May 19, 2020 - Steve McHarris Appointed City Manager of Milpitas (PDF) May 19, 2020 - Steve McHarris Appointed City Manager of Milpitas (PDF)
May 13, 2020 - City of Milpitas Proposed Budget Updates (PDF) May 13, 2020 - City of Milpitas Proposed Budget Updates (PDF)
May 11, 2020 - City of Milpitas Adopts Antidiscrimination Resolution (PDF) May 11, 2020 - City of Milpitas Adopts Antidiscrimination Resolution (PDF)
April 14, 2020 - COVID-19 Testing Facility in Milpitas (PDF) April 14, 2020 - COVID-19 Testing Facility in Milpitas (PDF)
April 11, 2020 - MUSD and City of Milpitas To Provide Virtual Education (PDF) April 11, 2020 - MUSD and City of Milpitas To Provide Virtual Education (PDF)
March 26, 2020 - Fiscal Impact Update Related to COVID-19 (PDF) March 26, 2020 - Fiscal Impact Update Related to COVID-19 (PDF)
March 23, 2020 - Milpitas Fire Department COVID-19 (PDF) March 23, 2020 - Milpitas Fire Department COVID-19 (PDF)