José María Alviso
José María Alviso | |
|---|---|
| Alcalde of San José | |
| In office 1836 | |
| Preceded by | Antonio María Pico |
| Succeeded by | Juan Alvires |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 19, 1798 Santa Clara, California |
| Died | June 18, 1853 (aged 54) Milpitas, California |
| Spouse | Juana Galindo (m. 1826) |
José María de Jesus Alviso (November 19, 1798 – June 18, 1853) was a Californio ranchero, soldier, and politician. He served as Alcalde of San José (mayor) in 1836 and was the rancho grantee for Rancho Milpitas. Alviso is considered the founder of the city of Milpitas.