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JULY 2022
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FEATURES
3 Regnart Creek Trail
Wins Award
The City’s Regnart Creek Trail Project
has been awarded the Project of the
Year by the American Public Works
Association (APWA)!
5 Save Water During
Drought
Cupertino continues to experience a
severe drought emergency. Read an
update on local water and how you can
help conserve it.
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8 Parks: Nature’s Therapy
Learn about the benefits that parks
and recreation have on mental health,
and how you can enjoy Cupertino’s
natural space.
6 Cupertino Parks and
Recreation Facilities
Read about the locations and
programs you can find through
Cupertino Parks and Recreation!
12 Directory and Contacts
Keep this list of the most useful contacts
for the City of Cupertino.
10 Parks and Recreation
Updates
Find upcoming events, classes,
and more!
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CONTENTS
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The City of Cupertino’s general election will be held
on Tuesday, November 8. Three seats are available
on the City Council; two incumbent seats and one
open seat.
Anyone who is a registered voter within the corporate
limits of Cupertino is eligible to run for City Council.
In order to be a registered voter in Cupertino and in
Santa Clara County, you must be a U.S. citizen, 18
years of age or older, and a Cupertino resident.
The first step (after registering to vote) is to file an
original Candidate Intention Statement, Form 501,
with the City Clerk’s Office. You must file this before
raising or spending any funds for your campaign.
The second step is to open a campaign committee
by filing an original Form 410 with the Secretary of
State and a copy with the City Clerk. That form
must be filed as soon as you either receive or spend
$2,000. These forms and the Manual 2, information for
local candidates, can be found on the Fair Political
Practices Commission website at fppc.ca.gov.
The nomination period to pull papers to run for City
Council will be open Monday, July 18. Please make
an appointment with the City Clerk and allow for
one hour. The nomination paper must be signed by
at least 20, and no more than 30, registered voters
in Cupertino. The deadline to file the nomination
paper and other documents is Friday, August 12 by
5 p.m. The nomination period will be extended to
Wednesday, August 17 if an incumbent fails to file
their declaration of candidacy by the deadline.
For more election information, visit cupertino.org/
election, call the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 777-3223,
or email cityclerk@cupertino.org.
2022 Election Information
Running for Cupertino
City Council
The City of Cupertino is proud to
announce that the City’s Regnart
Creek Trail Project has been
awarded Project of the Year by the
American Public Works Association
(APWA) Silicon Valley Chapter. The
Regnart Creek Trail Project won the
award in the project category of
transportation projects between $2
million and $5 million.
The 0.8-mile-long trail provides
an off-street pedestrian and
bicycle connection between
Creekside Park, Wilson Park, local
neighborhoods, Cupertino City
Hall, and the Cupertino Library.
In addition to connecting those
locations, the Regnart Creek Trail
serves as one segment of a longer
bicycle connection between Monta
Vista High School and Cupertino
High School, which includes the
recently completed separated bike
lanes along McClellan Road and
Pacifica Drive.
“This project has been a priority
for the City and our community for
many years,” said City Manager
Jim Throop. “We are pleased to
accept this award that recognizes
the outstanding work our Public
Works Department staff has put
into providing a safe, accessible,
and connected trail for our
residents to enjoy.”
Completion of the Regnart Creek
Trail is the result of years of successful
collaboration between the City’s
Public Works Department and
Santa Clara Valley Water District, in
addition to the ongoing leadership
and support from the Cupertino
City Council, Bicycle Pedestrian
Commission, and the community.
The trail is expected to open this fall.
Find project details on cupertino.
org/regnartcreektrail.
Regnart Creek Trail Project Wins
Project of the Year Award
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National Night Out
is Tuesday, August 2!
What is National Night Out?
An annual community-building campaign that promotes police-
community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to
make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.
National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors
and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of
community. Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring
police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.
On the first Tuesday of August, neighborhoods host block
parties, festivals, cookouts, and various other community events
with safety demonstrations, seminars, youth programs, visits
from emergency personnel, and much, much more. As our
communities emerge from the pandemic, it is more important
than ever to get to know our neighbors. In Cupertino, we look out
for each other from crime prevention to disaster preparedness
and response. Together, we make our community safer.
This event is subject to all California Department of Public Health
and Santa Clara Country Public Health orders and guidelines.
As the guidelines or orders adjust, the event shall be modified or
cancelled to remain in compliance.
Register your neighborhood’s event by Friday, July 29 at
cupertino.org/nno.
The City of Cupertino is researching
current trends and issues about the
local economy, and as part of this
effort we are seeking input from
local businesses and members of
the community. Please take a few
minutes to complete this survey
by answering a few questions.
We appreciate your input!
Take the survey at
engagecupertino.
org/business-and-
community-survey.
Local Business
Research Survey
Help Decide the
Future of Blackberry
Farm Golf Course
As a Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Work
Program item, the Cupertino City
Council included a needs assessment
study of Blackberry Farm Golf Course.
Currently, the City is looking into two
options for the site: conduct minor
repairs to the golf course, or discontinue
use of the site as a golf course and
restore to natural habitat and trails.
Take a short survey
(open until July 15) and
share your thoughts at
engagecupertino.org/
bbfgolfcourse.
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Severe Drought Conditions
Continue in Cupertino
Jollyman Park
All-Inclusive Playground
Fundraising
Cupertino continues to experience a severe drought
emergency. Most of Santa Clara County’s rain fall
occurs during the winter months. This year did not
follow that pattern, as January to March were the driest
months on record. Even worse, 2020 and 2021 were the
second driest back-to-back years on record. These dry
conditions worsen the County’s already stressed water
supplies. Additionally, several of Valley Water’s reservoirs
are unavailable or operating at a limited capacity,
further decreasing the amount of water available. We
must all do our part to conserve water during this severe
drought emergency.
What is the City of Cupertino doing? The City is
conserving water by restricting water use across parks,
sports fields, and school sites. For necessary irrigation,
the City continues to replace existing irrigation
controllers with smart controllers for more efficient
watering. Other City actions include reducing watering
for trees and turf, not filling the ponds at Memorial Park,
and not operating the fountain at Community Hall.
What can you do? Please continue doing your part to
conserve water and follow your water retailer’s drought
restriction guidelines. Cupertino has two water retailers:
San Jose Water Company and California Water Service
Company. Each retailer has their own restrictions and
penalties for not conserving enough water. Check with
your retailer to find out what restrictions and penalties
apply to you. To avoid penalties and conserve water,
you can take simple actions such as taking shorter
showers, watering your lawns less, and using water-
efficient showerheads, faucet aerators, and other
devices.
For a greater impact, convert your lawn to a climate-
friendly garden through Cupertino’s Climate Victory
Gardens program or use laundry water to water your
yard with a Laundry to Landscape system. Rebates are
available for both actions.
For more information on drought restrictions and
penalties, water conservation programs, and other
resources, visit cupertino.org/drought.
The City of Cupertino aspires to create a lively,
healthy, diverse, and sustainable community
by connecting our residents to outstanding
parks, nature, and one another. Diversifying play
experiences to include people of all ages, needs,
and abilities is vital to realizing this vision. The All-
Inclusive Playground at Jollyman Park will increase
existing opportunities in our shared public spaces.
Still, Cupertino must invest wisely in funding the vision
of parks, facilities, and integral programs to be a
model multicultural and livable community. And this
will require collaboration, innovation, and strategic
expansion of funding resources to steward the All-
Inclusive Playground, which will cost $3.6 million.
The specialized design, equipment, and materials
that all-inclusive playgrounds require tend to cost
more than traditional playgrounds, but they create
unique engagement opportunities and experiences
for people of all ages and abilities. The City has
committed $1.2 million in City funds and secured
$1.4 million from Santa Clara County AIPG grant. To
raise the remainder, the City is proposing a capital
campaign with a goal of $1 million. The campaign
will not only provide the necessary dollars to make
the playground a reality, but it will also engage
residents and businesses and build a sense of
community ownership and improve the quality of life
in Cupertino.
If your company, foundation, or community group
is interested in contributing to this project, we would
love to hear from you! To donate, please check out
our webpage at cupertino.org/jollymanplayground.
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McClellan Ranch Preserve
22221 McClellan Road Boulevard
Blackberry Farm Pool
21979 San Fernando Boulevard
Picnic Sites
Visit the Preserve today and learn more about the
rich history of McClellan Ranch! You’ll be able to
enjoy the sights and sounds of nature, see more
than 100 species of birds, and maybe catch a
glimpse of a deer along the way. Be sure to also
check out additional offerings including Nature
Camp and Summer Science Fun!
Hours
• Sunrise to Sunset
Feel the splash of summer and join us for
swimming at Blackberry Farm! Reservations are
required for everyone who enters the pool gates
and can be made for the whole season online.
Children under the age of two are free and do
not require a reservation.
Hours
• Tuesday through Friday noon to 6 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy the great outdoors with friends and family at one of our many
picnic sites! We offer a multitude of small picnic areas that are available
on a first-come first-serve basis, as well as reservable group picnic areas.
Reservable Picnic Site Hours
• Linda Vista Park and Portal Park, 10 a.m. to one hour after sunset
• Blackberry Farm, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday until August 21
and Weekends only from August 27 to September 25
• Memorial Park, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Ceramics Center
19784 Wintergreen Drive
Sports Center
21111 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Senior Center
21231 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Facility Event Rentals
Get creative and feel inspired at Wilson Park’s
Ceramics Center! In-person programming has returned
to the studio and they are excited to welcome you
back. Enroll today in classes, workshops, camps, and
open studio – turn your ideas into works of art!
Hours
• Open Studio: Friday 6 to 10 p.m.
• Studio times vary depending on programs
The Sports Center is ready for you! The 25,000 square
foot multipurpose facility offers strength training
and cardio equipment, free weights, tennis courts,
racquetball courts, indoor and outdoor sports courts,
and a complete locker room. Explore the additional
offerings including fitness classes, personal training,
youth camps and sport leagues, group and private
tennis lessons, socials, and the onsite pro shop!
Hours
• Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
There is something for everyone! The Senior
Center creates a welcoming and friendly
environment for everyone 50+ through quality
education, social activities, recreation, travel,
special events, and volunteer opportunities.
Join today and enhance your healthy lifestyle!
Hours
• Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Need a space for your next event? We have you covered! Whether it’s a seminar, meeting, or
special event, we offer excellent indoor facilities suitable for everything.
Available Hours for Space Rentals
View the spaces and prices at cupertino.org/facilities.
• Quinlan Community Center and Community Hall
• Sunday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Creekside Park Building
• Monday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Senior Center
• Monday to Thursday 8 a.m.
to 10 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday 8 a.m.
to 11 p.m.
• Sunday 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Visit reg4rec.org for activity registration and reservations or visit the Quinlan
Community Center (Open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) in person!
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Cupertino is home to many parks that provide recreational opportunities for the community, but there exists
a powerful, hidden element that our green spaces offer. According to the National Recreation and Parks
Association, being outdoors can help individuals fight against mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and
stress. In addition, studies have overwhelmingly indicated a beneficial association between exposure to natural
spaces and reduced stress, increased positive mood, and improved emotional well-being and mental health.
The next time you are out, consider taking a stroll around the McClellan Ranch Nature Preserve and Stevens Creek
Corridor. This unique, local space is a protected area for wildlife, flora, and fauna, and can give the whole family a
positive mood boost. While you are at the preserve, you are welcome to enjoy one of the nature preserve’s many
activities:
The City of Cupertino offers many beautiful
parks for your enjoyment, from parks with
large areas with expansive lawns to smaller
neighborhood parks. In addition, many of the
City's parks provide family picnic areas, which
are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Parks: Nature’s Therapy
Cupertino
Park Finder
With poor mental health becoming a growing epidemic among all ages, your local park or open space can help.
Be sure to visit the preserve or your local park today!
Use the City's park finder at
bit.ly/cupertinoparkfinder to locate your
neighborhood park or find a specific amenity.
• Hike around the preserve, trail, and creek and
carefully observe the natural landscape
• See more than 100 species of birds
• Visit the Environmental Education Center (EEC)
and meet some of our animal ambassadors
• Grab a tour packet from the EEC and go on a
self-guided nature tour
• Take a blacksmithing course at the Baer
Blacksmith shop
• Catch a glimpse of local visitors such as deer,
squirrels, and more
• Follow the paved Stevens Creek Trail to Blackberry
Farm and the Stocklmeir Orchard
• Meditate in nature (did you know meditation also
positively affects your mental health?)
• Check out the new Cupertino Community
Gardens and 4-H Farm
• Create your own nature experience!
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This delightful romantic comedy features the intermingling of two different love stories - Hero and Claudio,
whose love is challenged by jealousy, and Beatrice and Benedick who work through their past history with each
other to find love again. The villainy of Don John and the malaprop-spouting Constable Dogberry add to the fun!
Shakespeare in the Park
Much Ado About Nothing Amphitheater at Memorial Park
From 6 to 7:30 p.m. on July 23, 24, 29,
30, and 31, August 5, 6, and 7
Stay hydrated and be sure to check on those
most vulnerable. Heat impacts include heat stroke,
heat exhaustion, and heat cramps, with elevated
risk to children, elderly, and pets left outdoors or in
hot vehicles.
Protect yourself, your family, and your community
by taking necessary precautions:
1. Drink plenty of water and fluids with electrolytes
even if you do not feel thirsty.
2. Limit physical activity during peak heat hours of
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
3. Never leave children or pets in a parked car.
4. Wear light colored, loose fitting, or lightweight
clothing.
5. Keep grills at least 10 feet from your home.
6. Check on your family, friends, and neighbors who
may be more vulnerable to heat impacts, including:
• homeless individuals.
• very old and very young individuals, in particular
people over 65 years old.
• those with access and functional needs.
• those without effective cooling systems or
adequate hydration.
7. Keep your pets safe – watch for signs of overheating
such as excessive panting, drooling, stupor, mild
weakness, and difficulty breathing. Try to keep walks
during cooler hours and limit time on hot asphalt.
8. Call 9-1-1 if they see someone in distress due to
hot weather.
9. Report power outages to PG&E at pgealerts.alerts.
pge.com/outagecenter/
Beat the Heat
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June 16 - Phil n’ The Blanks
Phil ‘n The Blanks is a San Francisco Bay Area cover
band, specializing in high energy classic rock, modern
rock, and country rock dance music. Phil ‘n The Blanks
will get you up from your seat and dancing!
June 23 - Complications Band
Old school soul, funk, and R&B, delivered in high-
energy fashion. Dance, sing, and have a great time!
June 30 - Mercy and the Heartbeats
Mercy will be playing all of your favorite songs - 70s
and 80s classics, 90s singalongs, and the most current
radio hits. A band not to be missed!
July 4 - Arena Band* (*10:30 a.m. to noon)
Arena performs Arena rock classics and R&B dance
music from the 70s to today’s latest hits – older songs
that are already classics and new ones that will be.
July 7 - Mixed Nuts
Mixed Nuts plays hits from the 40s to the present and
plays varied styles such as Classic Rock, Motown, Funk,
R&B, Disco, Modern Rock, Blues, Jazz Standards, and
even Country.
July 14 - Billy Martini
The Billy Martini Show! Rockin’ original tunes and a
groovy 70s band!
Join the City every Thursday, from June 16 to July 14, at the Memorial
Park Amphitheater from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for the Summer Concert Series.
Summer Concert Series
2022 Concert Lineup
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Cupertino Campout
July 23 to 24
Creekside Park
Join the City of Cupertino on Friday nights in August for
free outdoor family movies at Creekside Park. The movies start at 8 p.m.
Families are invited to pitch a tent at Creekside Park
and join us for a night under the stars. This campout is
a great way to gather with friends or make new ones
while enjoying a variety of recreation activities.
Register at cupertino.org/campout.
Movies in the Park
Creekside Park
8 p.m.
8/5 Raya and the Last Dragon
PG | 2021 | 1h 54m
8/12 Little Giants
PG | 1994 | 1h 47m
8/19 Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
PG-13 | 2021 | 2h 12m
8/26 Pokémon Detective Pikachu
PG | 2019 | 1h 44m
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City of Cupertino
Department Phone / Email
Building Department ...................................(408) 777-3228
Building@Cupertino.org
Business License ...........................................(408) 777-3221
BL@Cupertino.org
City Clerk ......................................................(408) 777-3223
CityClerk@Cupertino.org
City Manager ..............................................(408) 777-3212
Manager@Cupertino.org
Code Enforcement .....................................(408) 777-3182
Code@Cupertino.org
Planning Department .................................(408) 777-3308
Planning@Cupertino.org
Recreation ...................................................(408) 777-3120
Recreation@Cupertino.org
Senior Center ...............................................(408) 777-3150
SeniorCntr@Cupertino.org
Sports Center ...............................................(408) 777-3160
Recreation@Cupertino.org
Street Light Maint. .......................................(408) 777-3342
StreetDivision@Cupertino.org
Street Sweeping ..........................................(408) 777-3269
Public_Works@Cupertino.org
Tree Maint. ...................................................(408) 777-3410
Public_Works@Cupertino.org
Other Agencies
Organization Phone Number
Animal Control ........................................................(408) 794-7297
AT&T ..........................................................................(800) 331-0500
California Water Service .........................................(650) 917-0152
Chamber of Commerce ........................................(408) 252-7054
Comcast ..................................................................(800) 945-2288
Cupertino Library .....................................................(408) 540-3947
Cupertino Sanitary District ......................................(408) 253-7071
Cupertino Union School District .............................(408) 252-3000
Fremont Union High School District .......................(408) 522-2200
Hazardous Waste Drop-off .....................................(408) 299-7300
PG&E .........................................................................(800) 743-5000
Project Sentinel (Landlord/Tenant Issues) .............(408) 720-9888
Recology (Garbage & Recycling) ........................(408) 725-4020
San Jose Water Company .....................................(408) 279-7900
Santa Clara Registrar of Voters ..............................(408) 299-6863
VTA (Transportation Authority) ...............................(408) 321-2300
Vector Control, Santa Clara County ....................(408) 918-4770
First Responders
Emergency Calls ...................................911 or (408) 299-3233
(Police, Fire, Medical)
Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office ..............(408) 299-2311
(Non-Emergency)
Santa Clara County Fire Department ...........(408) 378-4010
(Non-Emergency)
Need to report an issue or have a City-related question?
Visit: cupertino.org/cupertino311 or call (408) 777-3200.
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