Description
Title: Retroactive Approval of “Free Use” of City Hall East and West Plazas for the Sonic Loveway Event.
Summary
The San Jose City Council is considering a resolution to retroactively approve the "Free Use" of the City Hall East and West Plazas for the Sonic Loveway event, co-hosted by the City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs and Opera San Jose, which took place on February 14, 2026. This event aims to activate the Sonic Runway public art piece and enhance community engagement, supporting local economic development. According to City legislation, free use is typically reserved for events that occur from Sunday to Friday and require advance booking, hence the need for Council approval for this Saturday event. The estimated cost for the reservation is $9,777, with $7,821 waived under the free use provision, reinforcing the city’s