What is the D8CRT?

It is an association of Neighborhood, Business, Athletic, Recreational and Faith-based leaders, brought together to help advise the District 8 Council office of important community needs, and allow communications of important issues affecting the community back to all District 8 residences and businesses. The D8CRT was organized under Councilman Dave Cortese’s leadership in March 2006 as an independent body with its own By-Laws, Steering Committee and Membership. Its members comprise of individuals and group association representatives active in the District 8 community.

What is the purpose of the D8CRT?

The D8CRT’s purpose is to improve the quality of life within District 8 and the surrounding neighborhoods. It serves as a representative voice for this diverse district, functioning as a means to research important issues and provide communication for community views.

The D8CRT meets monthly to share ideas, issues and concerns – and to voice those concerns to the San Jose City Council and other government and non-government organizations as appropriate. The D8CRT researches, promotes, and/or participates in programs and projects for overall community betterment. The D8CRT’s goal is to foster, build and support community organizations and individual positive activism within the District.

Who can join the D8CRT?

There are two general components of D8DRT General Membership:

  1. Individual Member – any resident living within the SJ City Council District 8 boundary.
  2. Association Member – any individual duly appointed by any District 8 community, business association, or official group (such as youth groups, sports teams school districts, educational or Religious organizations, neighborhood associations, etc.) that regularly operate with the boundaries of District 8.

How can I join the D8CRT?

  • Come to our next monthly meeting on the first Thursday of each month @ 7:00 PM and join!
  • Sign up at our meeting to be on our mailing list, and we will send you information.
  • Fill up an application form and mail it in