Councilmember vows to block county's plan to use South San Jose tiny homes for jail diversion

City Councilmember Arjun Batra expressed his opposition to the county’s plan for jail diversion facilities, stating community safety and proximity to schools and families are at risk.

Batra revealed he learned about the county's intentions only recently at a community meeting and criticized the lack of transparency in the decision-making process.

The county's plan, while aimed at helping individuals transition to long-term housing and improving wellness, raised significant concerns about potential risks to public safety.

San Jose was initially set to approve the $8 million sale of interim housing sites, but Batra's push led to postponing the discussion amid community opposition.

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