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HomeMy WebLinkAboutScene September 2018 - 09.01.2018SCENE A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO September 2018 PLUS MANY CUPERTINO PROJECTS ARE ON THE MAP Page 5 INFORMATION & EDUCATION ON THE MOVE Page 8 MARK YOUR CALENDARS IN SEPTEMBER Page 10 Cupertino Senior Center 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. Cupertino, CA 95014 Phone: (408) 777-3150 | www.cupertino.org/senior If donating an item not on this list, please ask a staff member Collecting August 1 - October 12 Accepting Not Accepting Antiques • Artwork • Baskets • Craft Supplies • Dolls Fine & Costume Jewelry • Small Electronic Appliances Frames • Glassware/Crystal • Hand Knits • Fine China Kitchenwares/Housewares • Knick Knacks • Purses/Shawls Seasonal/Holiday Décor • Toys Art Paint Supplies • Chemicals or hazardous waste Computers • Clothing • Electronics - Clocks, Radios, Games Exercise Equipment • Fictional Hard Back Books Furniture • Large Items/Appliances Musical Instruments • Patio Furniture • Shoes MAKE DONATIONS AT SENIOR CENTER FRONT DESK Page 3 CONTENTS MANAGING THE MESSAGE FEATURES 12 Joy Ride The Fall Bike Fest will have fun activities for the whole family.6 Citywide Garage Sale Hundreds of households in Cupertino will be selling books, clothes, art, and more. IN S I D E 8 Keep on Trucking The City and Library are using vehicles to educate and inform no matter where residents are. 5 Visual Storytelling New web applications allow residents follow the status of projects from start to finish. 9 Get in the Know …The Cuperti-know, that is! What’s going on around town? Find out. 4 Looking to the Past Read about some of the interesting things that have happened in the City. Questions or comments about The Scene? Contact staff at scene@cupertino.org. Each year, the Cupertino City Council approves its Work Plan to set its priorities for the year. This docu- ment includes numerous projects that help identify budgetary needs, focus staff time and efforts, and ensure a unified direction for the City as a whole. Within the last month the City Council tackled two of those items: the consideration of an employer- based revenue measure and reviewing the structure of City Commissions. The City Council had expressed interest in pursuing an employer-based revenue measure that could help raise funds to address community-wide issues, such as traffic congestion. On July 31, that came in the form of a proposed business license tax restruc- turing that could have gone to the voters as soon as November 2018. The Council decided to defer the tax measure and requested that staff spend the next year-and-a-half working with community stakeholders, coming up with a spending plan and possible funding sourc- es, and explore transportation-related projects that could relieve some of the pressures facing Cuperti- no’s roadways. On the same night, the Council received wonderful feedback from Commissioners and the general public about issues facing the City’s numerous Commissions. A main takeaway from the discussion was that current Commissioners would like more support from Councilmembers and staff. And the City is happy to provide just that. The Council directed staff to review the structure and procedures of the Commissions, including having Council approve Commission work plans, and bring back recommendations to Council. Staff will also be exploring ways in which to improve Council/Commis- sion communication. Great communication between parties allows every- one to feel heard and consider themselves part of the process. Amy Chan Interim City Manager Neighborhood Events The City wanted to bring local community events to you, which is why it created Neighborhood Events. This new program brings 34 activities to 11 parks throughout Cupertino. Entertainment includes movies, concerts, activities, and classes for all ages. The first event was held on Saturday, June 30 and the series continues through the end of this month. See what’s have in store for the rest the summer at cupertino.org/neighborhoodevents. National Night Out The City of Cupertino joined cities across the nation on August 7 for “America’s Night Out Against Crime.” Cupertino residents were encouraged to lock their doors, turn on their outdoor lights, and spend the evening outside with their neighbors. Neighborhoods across the City participated in National Night Out by organizing potlucks, coffee and tea exchanges, ice cream socials, and scavenger hunts. CITY OF CUPERTINO TAKING A LOOK BACK WHAT’S HAPPENED IN THE LAST MONTH? Stay In The Know: cupertino.org � facebook.com/cityofcupertino � nextdoor.com Page 4 Sister City Visit On July 11, the City of Cupertino and the Cupertino- Toyokawa Sister Cities organization hosted a ceremony commemorating 40 years of friendship between Cupertino and Toyokawa, Japan. Officials from Toyokawa and Cupertino were present to celebrate this momentous occasion, and ensure the continued nurturing of international diplomacy, friendship, and cooperation. Page 5 A main component of the City of Cupertino’s mission is to provide exceptional service to the community. Part of that is to be transparent in communicating information in a way that makes it easily understand- able and accessible. The City is using more visual storytelling tools to communicate information, including two new web appli- cations that help residents follow the status of projects from start to finish. The “Project Activity Map” uses 3D models to display major, privately-funded construction projects throughout Cupertino, while the “Capital Improvement Projects Map” uses a storyboard style to display City-funded projects. Project Activity Map gis.cupertino.org/webmap/pam/ The Project Activity Map uses 3D representations to display privately-funded projects as they move through the development pipeline. These projects are categorized into four development stages: 1. Applied: Applicant has submitted a plan to the City 2. Approved: Plan is approved by the City 3. Under Construction 4. Completed The application provides a medium of visualization more approachable than a traditional plan-set. Seeing projects in 3D allows people to see where a project stands in context with its surroundings, which has more impact than seeing a drawing on paper. Capital Improvement Projects Map gis.cupertino.org/webmap/CIP Keep tabs on City-funded projects as they go from feasibility studies to construction with the Capital Improvement Projects Map. The CIP Map takes the 66-page CIP document and condenses it into a web application that allows users to interactively scroll through a web page or select projects on a map to get the latest information. The status updates come directly from the project manager in charge of the project. The project phases you’ll see on this application are: 1. Programmed 2. Feasibility Studies 3. “Preliminary Design” 4. Design 5. Bid / Advertise 6. Construction 7. Completed Putting Cupertino on the Map Page 6 Treasure hunting in Cupertino has never been easier. Adventurers no longer need to rely on a crudely-drawn map, a compass, and a lot of luck. And instead of searching for buried treasure hidden beneath the earth, the items have been strewn across the yards of Cupertino waiting to be discovered. The City of Cupertino will host its annual citywide Garage Sale on Saturday, September 22 and Sunday, September 23 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Hundreds of households participate each year, offering such valuables as artwork, books, clothing, jewelry, trinkets, toys, collectibles, and more. And it will be that much more effortless of a journey to find exactly what you’re looking for with the 2018 Garage Sale map. The City continues to upgrade its offerings to the community, and this year’s map will be an invaluable tool for treasure seekers. For example, a treasure hunter may have his or her eye on gently-used furniture. That person will be able to search the map for “furniture,” identify all the homes that will be selling that item, tag the ones he or she wants to visit, and then receive directions to each one. The voyage will be simple. No worries about running into pirates or krakens, getting lost, or hitting rough seas. Nothing but smooth sailing and adventure time. For more information on the Garage Sale, visit cupertino.org/ garagesale. All Over the Map All Over the Map Page 7 A History of Community The first City of Cupertino citywide Garage Sale was held in 1996, making this year’s the 22nd annual event. The event has grown over that time and now includes more than 200 households selling thousands of items every year. There have been two main themes since the inception of the program: community and waste reduction. Residents can visit each other’s homes, meet their neighbors, and make new friends, thereby creating a stronger community. At the same time, sellers can rid their homes of unwanted items that they otherwise might have thrown away. A side benefit is that sellers make a little bit of money while buyers walk away with new treasures. It’s a win-win situation. But not all items are sold. To ensure that unsold items don’t unnecessarily end up in the landfill, the City has partnered with Cupertino High School and Hidden Treasures Volunteer Committee. Donated items can be dropped off at: Cupertino High School Band Parking Lot 10100 Finch Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014 Drop-Off Dates: Sat., September 22, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sun., September 23, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cupertino Senior Center 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. Cupertino, CA 95014 Drop-Off Dates: Wednesday, August 1 to Friday, October 12 Page 8 The City unveiled its #CupertinoComposts campaign in late 2017 with a flyer in the November Scene. The message was simple. In this community, “Food scraps aren’t garbage.” The educational campaign was meant to remind residents that most of them can toss their food scraps into their yard waste bins instead of their trash cans. The City took the next step and worked with Recology, Cupertino’s contracted waste hauler, to have the signs posted on the sides of a handful of its trucks. The City hopes you see them around town. In August, the Cupertino Library unveiled its “Go Go Biblio,” a mini bookmobile, to the Cupertino commu- nity. The vehicles can hold up to 200 books/media and are fully electric. The panels lift up on both sides, revealing the materials available for check out. With a maximum speed of 25 mph and a limited service range, the vehicle will be deployed to local events and community-gathering hotspots. Cupertino’s Go Go Biblio was paid for with funding from the Friends of the Cupertino Library. On the Move in Cupertino Page 9 What’s going on around town? GET IN THE CUPERTI- know Messy Art Smear, Squeeze, splatter, and explore your child’s artistic possibilities. Engaging programs for children ages 1.5-3 years. reg4rec.org SunShares Program Receive discounts on electric vehicles and solar panels Sign up by November 15 Learn more at Cupertino.org/sunshares 4H Club Rolling Hills 4H Club now accepting new members from ages 5 – 9. rh4h.com/join Clean a Creek A community creek cleanup will be held at Creekside Park on September 15 at 9:00 a.m. Volunteer: (408) 777-3354 Page 10 COMMUNITY CALENDAR © TEENS FAMILY-FRIENDLY CUPERTINO LIBRARY Sport Court Saturday Every Saturday, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Teen Center, 21111 Stevens Creek Blvd. Come lace ‘em up and shoot some hoops with your friends and the Teen Center staff during our free sport court hour! Make sure you bring your favorite pair of shoes and your A-game, we’ve got the court and the basketballs thanks to the Cupertino Sports Center. © National Cheese Pizza Day Wed., Sept. 5, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 pm Teen Center, 21111 Stevens Creek Blvd. It’s National Cheese Pizza Day! Come to the Teen Center and get some free pizza from 4:00 - 5:00 pm while you play games, watch movies, and hang out with your friends at the Teen Center Staff! © Bobatino Sat., Sept. 15, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Main Street Park, Cupertino Calling all teens who love Boba! Come by Main Street for some Boba tea by some of your favorite local Boba shops! Learn about ways to cope with stress at this dual event. © Teen Center Hot Wings Challenge Sat. Sept. 22, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Teen Center, 21111 Stevens Creek Blvd. Think you can handle spicy? Well come test yourself at the Teen Center with our very first Teen Center Hot Wings Challenge! 10 chicken wings, 10 trivia questions. The wings get hotter and the questions get harder! Think you can make it to The End and survive one of the world’s hottest sauces to get a prize? Come visit the Teen Center to sign up today! © National Pancake Day Wed., Sept. 26, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Teen Center, 21111 Stevens Creek Blvd. Come enjoy everyone’s favorite breakfast food with some tasty maple syrup and whipped cream at the Teen Center! Free pancakes will be served from 4:00-5:00 pm. West Coast Farmers Market Every Friday, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Oaks Shopping Center Stop by the West Coast Farmers Market every Friday and Sunday in the Oaks Shopping Center parking lot. For more information visit wcfma.org/ cupertino. © Creekside Farmers Market Every Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Creekside Park, 10455 Miller Avenue Stop by the Creekside Farmers Market every Friday at Creekside Park in Cupertino. For more information visit, pcfma.org/visit/markets. INTRODUCING NEIGHBORHOOD EVENTS: Live Music: Livewire Wed., Sept. 5, 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Monta Vista Park, 22601 Voss Avenue © Date Night Sat., Sept. 8, 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Linda Vista Park, Linda Vista Drive © Latino Festival Fri., September 14, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Creekside Park, 10455, Miller Avenue © Live Music: Busta Groove Wed., Sept. 19, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Portal Park, 10225 N. Portal Avenue © Live Music & Movie: The Joy Drops/Star Wars: The Force Awakens Sat., Sept. 22, 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. City Center Amphitheater, 20350 Stevens Creek Blvd End of Summer Celebration Sat., Sept. 29, 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Jollyman Park, 1000 S. Stelling Road © Community Creek Cleanup Saturday, September 15, 9:00 a.m. Creekside Park, 10455 Miller Avenue Participate in coastal cleanup day and help cleanup Calabazas Creek. Sign up at cleanacreek.org. Silicon Valley Fall Festival Sat., Sept. 15, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Memorial Park, 21121 Stevens Creek Boulevard This annual, multicultural community festival is a family-oriented event full of games, education, music, enter- tainment, and food for all. There is no entrance fee, and parking is free at De Anza College. © Home Composting Class Sat., Sep. 15, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. McClellan Ranch Preserve, 22221 McClellan Road Learn how to build compost piles and worm bins and apply compost in landscapes and gardens. Cupertino residents that attend a compost class are eligible to receive a free compost bin, one per household. After complet- ing a course, contact environmental@ cupertino.org to schedule delivery. © Annual Garage Sale Sat. & Sun., September 22 & 23 Over 200 homes in Cupertino will host garage sales! A list and map of all participating addresses will be available online on September 11 at cupertino.org/garagesale. © Safe Routes 2 School Parent Champions Appreciation Banquet Thurs., Sept. 27, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Community Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue Come support all the parents dedi- cated to helping make Cupertino a safer place to walk, ride, and bike! For more information e-mail saferoutes@ cupertino.org. For more information on library pro- grams, visit the Events section of the Cupertino Library’s website at sccl. org/cupertino. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS: José-Luis Orozco Monday, September 17, 10:15 a.m. Community Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a musical performance from Page 11 SENIOR CENTER children’s author and recording artist, Jose-Luis Orozco. ADULT PROGRAMS Master Gardeners: Choosing the Best Indoor Plants Wednesday, September 5, 7:00 p.m. Community Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue Learn from UC Master Gardener Joan Cloutier how easy it is to maintain and grow indoor plants. © Courtyard Concerts: Adele Stinson, Harpist Saturday, September 8, 12:00 p.m. Cupertino Library Courtyard This summer’s final Courtyard Concert features harpist Adele Stinson. Her mu- sical repertoire spans popular through classical and world music. For more info on the Senior Center, or to sign up for classes or events, visit cupertino.org/senior or stop by 21251 Stevens Creek Boulevard. EVENTS & SOCIALS Summer Western Film Series September 4, 11, 18, 5:00 p.m. – 8 p.m. A six week film festival geared towards beautiful old western cinema provided by the Cupertino Library! A spirited discussion follows each film. Members free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the lobby table. © 50+ Golf Tournament Monday, September 10, 10:00 a.m. Tee off a great day with a morning of golf at Blackberry Farm Golf Course and then a no-host awards lunch at Hobbee’s Restaurant. Cost includes green fees and prizes. Members $20, senior guests $25. Pick up an entry form at the Senior Center or online at cupertino.org/senior. Sign up early! © Poet Laureate Sound and Sense: Sonic Boom Tuesday, September 11 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Explore the human voice as an inter- pretive instrument. Listen and read poetry while looking for ways lan- guage is used to create meaning and mood. Pre-registration required. Member free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the front desk. © September Birthday Bash Wednesday, September 12, 12:00 p.m. Join us as we travel to Paris, the City of Light. Enjoy a salad, a French dip sandwich with Au Jus, and dessert. Members with September birthdays will be honored. Vegetarian option available when registering. Members $10, senior guests add $5 day pass. Space is limited, pre-registration required. © Lunch with Friends Wednesday, September 26, 11:45 a.m. Join us for burritos and salad, and bring a friend too! Pre-registration is required, vegetarian option is available when registering. Member fee $8, senior guests add $5 day pass. Sign up early at the front desk, space is limited. © Monthly Movie Wed., Sept. 26, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Ocean’s 8 (2018)- Following her release from prison, Debbie Ocean (Sandra Bullock) combines forces with her former partner-in-crime, Lou (Cate Blanchett) to commit the heist she planned while serving time. Together they build a team to pull the biggest heist of the year, a necklace worth more than $150 million, in high fashion. Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Members free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. CLASSES & PRESENTATIONS Chinese Brush Painting Wed., September 5 - October 24, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Have an iPad and what to know where to start in using it more? Come build your knowledge and learn the general basics from Roz Schiros with the most recent iOS and handouts for each topic! Member fee $38. © Apple Assistance Thursday, September 6, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Receive one-on-one assistance on how to use your iPhone, iPad, Mac- Book, Apple Watch, and other Apple products. 1 hour appointments are scheduled on a first come first serve basis. Pre-registration required. Mem- bers free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the front desk © Acorn TV Wed., Sept. 19, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Come learn about Acorn TV to receiving unlimited streaming of 80+ TV series, consisting of 5,000+ hours of mysteries, dramas, comedies, and documentaries. Santa Clara County Library card required to use program. Pre-registration required. Members free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the front desk. © Nutrition Made Easy: Sugar Blues Fri., September 21, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Need to reduce your sugar intake and have a sweet tooth? Learn and discuss from Instructor Jen Oh about sugar alternatives, healthy sugars, ways to reduce cravings, and sample healthy sugar treats! Member fee $25. © Nutrition Made Easy: Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors Fri., September 28, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Healthy eating can taste great and make you feel better! Join us for an informative discussion full of easy tips to eating well with Instructor Jen Oh. Member fee $25. © SOCIAL SERVICES Blood Pressure Check量血壓 Tues., Sept. 4, 18, 12:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Mon., Sept. 10, 24 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free blood pressure checks by volunteer nurse. © Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA) Fri., Sept. 7, 14, 21, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Provides free assistance to elders for basic legal matters in public benefits, long-term care, elder abuse, housing, consumer issues, incapacity planning, probate alternative, and simple wills. Must be 60 or older and live in Santa Clara County. Please call 408.777.3150 to make an appointment. Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP) Mon., Sept. 10, 24, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Consultation on Medicare and health insurance. 健康保險諮詢- 中文服務. Please call 408.777.3150 to make an appointment. PRSRT-STD U.S. Postage PAID Cupertino, CA Permit No. 239 CUPERTINO SCENE Cupertino City Hall 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014 *******ECRWSSEDDM******* POSTAL CUSTOMER The Cupertino Scene is printed on 40% post-consumer waste recycled paper with soy ink. The newsletter is produced by a certified Bay Area Green Business and is recyclable. For information on becoming a certified Green Business, visit cupertino.org/GreenBiz. SATURDAY bike rodeo family bike ride @ 10:30 am cyclist ride @ 10:30 am bike blender bike obstacle course booths bike repair The family ride will be casual 5.6 miles, and the recreational cyclist ride will be a faster- paced 10.5 mile course. No pre-registration is required. All ages welcome for rodeo. Helmets are required. CUPERTINO CITY HALL FUN ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! OCTOBER 27 9:30 AM-NOON