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 Commissions
Staff Contact and Application Info
Gilroy
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Shawna Freels, City Clerk, shawna.freels@ci.gilroy.ca.us
Commission Application: http://www.cityofgilroy.org/FormCenter/City-Clerk-4/City-of-Gilroy-Application-for-Board-Com-85
Housing Advisory Committee
Staff Contact: Shawna Freels, City Clerk, shawna.freels@ci.gilroy.ca.us
Commission Application: http://www.cityofgilroy.org/FormCenter/City-Clerk-4/City-of-Gilroy-Application-for-Board-Com-85
Community and Neighborhood Revitalization Committee
Staff Contact: Shawna Freels, City Clerk, shawna.freels@ci.gilroy.ca.us
Commission Application: http://www.cityofgilroy.org/FormCenter/City-Clerk-4/City-of-Gilroy-Application-for-Board-Com-85
General Plan Advisory Committee
***No formal application process, contact Chair Council Member Cat Tucker if interested : , cat.tucker@cityofgilroy.org
Morgan Hill
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Jennifer Carman, Development Services Director ; jennifer.carman@morganhill.ca.gov
Commission Application: http://www.morgan-hill.ca.gov/FormCenter/City-Clerk-9/Commission-Application-148
Parks and Rec Committee
Staff Contact: Chris Ghione, chris.ghione@morganhill.ca.gov
Commission Application: http://www.morgan-hill.ca.gov/FormCenter/City-Clerk-9/Commission-Application-148
Santa Clara
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Development Review Officer, Gloria Sciara, gsciara@santaclaraca.gov
Commission Application: http://forms.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/71842_8907765/334283/page1.html?cachebust=4042
Parks and Rec Commission
Staff Contact: Parks and Rec Director James F. Texeira, prcustomerservice@santaclaraca.gov
Commission Application: http://forms.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/71842_8907765/334283/page1.html?cachebust=4042
Housing Rehab Loan Committee
Staff Contact: Kathy Bunce, Staff Analyst, kbunce@santaclaraca.gov
Commission Application: http://forms.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/71842_8907765/334283/page1.html?cachebust=4042
San Jose
Housing and Community Development
Staff Contact: Viviane Nguyen, Housing Analyst viviane.nguyen@sanjoseca.gov
Commission Application: http://sanjose.granicus.com/boards/forms/76/apply/1839365?code=b0a6275b-baf3-45c5-950c-f688afe38640
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Jennifer Provedor Senior Supervisor, jennifer.provedor@sanjoseca.gov
Commission Application: http://sanjose.granicus.com/boards/forms/76/apply/1839363?code=15b25740-0c3d-4f46-a5a2-d1e9c5690ee6
Neighborhood Commission
Staff Contact: City Managers Office, webmaster.manager@sanjoseca.gov
***Members elected through a Caucus process held on election years, next in 2020***
Commission Application: http://sanjose.granicus.com/boards/forms/76/apply/1839366?code=10b19463-237d-45d1-8743-15e4d59911df
Parks and Recreation Commission
Staff Contact: Melrose Hurley, melrose.hurley@sanjoseca.gov
Commission Application: http://sanjose.granicus.com/boards/forms/76/apply/1839370?code=424663ab-75f6-49c4-bfc4-bd7e76d4529b
Milpitas
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Planning Director, Ned Thomas, nthomas@ci.milpitas.ca.gov
Commission Application: http://forms.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/forms/view.php?id=75812
Economic Development Commission
Staff Contact: Economic Development Specialist, Daniel Degu, ddegu@ci.milpitas.ca.gov
Commission Application: http://forms.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/forms/view.php?id=75812
Community Advisory Commission
Staff Contact: Robert Musallam, Housing Administrator (408) 586-3275 rmusallam@ci.milpitas.ca.gov
Commission Application: http://forms.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/forms/view.php?id=75812
Cupertino
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Planning Department Main Line, , planning@cupertino.org
Commission Application: http://forms4.cupertino.org/aa/entry.aspx
Housing Commission
Staff Contact: Senior Housing Planner Kerri Heusler, , kerrih@cupertino.org
Commission Application: http://forms4.cupertino.org/aa/entry.aspx
Parks and Recreation Commission
Staff Contact: Randy Schwartz, Interim Director of Parks & Recreation Department, 408.777.3226, parks@cupertino.org
Commission Application: http://forms4.cupertino.org/aa/entry.aspx
Campbell
Planning Commission
Staff Contact: Paul Kermoyan, Community Development Director, paulk@cityofcampbell.com
Commission Application: http://www.ci.campbell.ca.us/DocumentCenter/
Civic Improvement Commission
Staff Contact: Margarita Mendoza, Civic Improvement Commission Liaison,
Commission Application: http://www.ci.campbell.ca.us/DocumentCenter/
General Plan Advisory Committee
Staff Contact: Brian Loventhal, City Manager cmoffice@cityofcampbell.com
Commission Application: Contact City Manager for application information
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.
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ELECTED OFFICIALS
Want to make your voice heard on a local issues? This list has direct contact information to your elected officials
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.
State and Federal Issues
C.A.R.-Sponsored Bills
State Bills of Others – Support
State Bills of Others - Oppose
NAR State and Local Policy Issues
2020 New State Laws Affecting REALTORS®
Click here to read about the new laws passed by the California Legislature that may affect REALTORS® in 2020