In June 2022, Rosemary Kamei was elected to the San José City Council with over 60% of the popular vote. She was officially sworn into office in January 2023 to represent District 1, and was shortly thereafter nominated by the Mayor and confirmed by her colleagues on the City Council to serve as Vice Mayor. District 1 is in West San José, which encompasses neighborhoods around Winchester Mystery House, Santana Row, Westgate West, De Anza Boulevard, and Stevens Creek. District 1 borders the cities of Campbell, Cupertino, Santa Clara, and Saratoga.

Prior to her election into the City Council, Rosemary has long been known for her public service and contributions, something she has always prioritized. She feels privileged to have spent 17 years as a Director of the Santa Clara Valley Water District, and to have served seven years as Trustee at the Santa Clara County Board of Education. She has always been involved with the community through various nonprofits, the business sector, and serving on various government committees. Rosemary also served as the Chief Development and Innovation Officer at the Silicon Valley Education Foundation.   

Rosemary holds a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from San José State University. On weekends, she can be seen cycling or hiking. Rosemary is the mother of two grown children, Ellen and Jonathan. She has five grandchildren, who are the delight of her life. She is married and resides in District 1 with her husband, Tom.