City/County Commissions (Bay Area)

This is a list of policy-making bodies housed within city and county agencies, usually charged with making recommendations to local governments on how to direct anti-gang efforts in their communities.  Also included are county collaboratives and specialized units or programs within mayors’ offices or county administrative offices.

City of Hollister Gang Task Force Advisory Board

Reports to the City Council and maintains a Web site with information for parents and community members about gangs, how to recognize signs of gang involvement and what citizens and the community can do to prevent gang activity.

Contact Information: City of Hollister - (831) 636-4600 - www.hollister.ca.gov/Site/html/community/gangtask.asp

City of San Jose, Mayor’s Gang Prevention Task Force

The Mayor’s Gang Prevention Task Force (MGPTF) is made up of a Policy Team and a Technical Team.  The Policy Team, chaired by the Mayor, provides direction and focus to the City's gang prevention and intervention efforts.  The task force is comprised of the city, county and state; community based organizations; the San José Police Department; faith community; schools; and other community stakeholders. By bringing together these partners, the Task Force has been able to leverage a variety of available ”pro-social” community resources to combat the anti-social influences that youth receive from gangs.

Contact Information: City of San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services - (408) 535-3570 - www.sanjoseca.gov/prns/mgptf