Overview

• The City of San Jose began clearing a large RV encampment on Alviso-Milpitas Road early Monday morning to prepare for a Microsoft data center project.
• Approximately 45 vehicles, many non-operational, are being removed, with residents reporting they have no viable relocation options.
• San Jose officials notified residents three weeks prior and emphasized investments in shelter beds and safe parking as part of their broader homelessness strategy.
• Advocates warn that displaced individuals are left without alternatives, with some linking the influx of unhoused individuals to recent anti-encampment policy changes in neighboring Fremont.
• Microsoft stated it is working with San Jose and Milpitas to ensure safety and support for affected individuals during the transition.