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San Jose Fire Department reports progress on recruiting and station upgrades; council accepts report
5743399 · September 10, 2025
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Summary
After the 2020 grand jury report, the fire department told council it has implemented women’s boot camps, station privacy improvements and mentorship efforts; council accepted the update and asked for ongoing implementation and staff follow‑ups.
San Jose Fire Chief Robert Sapien reported Sept. 9 on department efforts to improve recruitment and workplace conditions, particularly for women, following a 2020 Santa Clara County Civil Grand Jury report.
Chief Sapien described steps the department has taken since adopting a strategic business plan, including a women’s boot camp,…
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