San Jose considers cutting back security as it looks to reduce homeless housing site costs

SAN JOSE LEADERS are looking to cut costs while continuing to fund temporary housing solutions, a main approach of the mayor’s plan to solve homelessness.

City officials are proposing several detailed recommendations to overhaul San Jose’s interim housing programs while simultaneously trimming costs, including eliminating private security during the daytime. The San Jose City Council is expected to weigh in on Oct. 24, as well as decide whether to allocate $10 million split between three operators to fund ongoing services for six months.