HomeMy WebLinkAboutScene May 2016 - 05.01.2016 Cupertino Recognizes Community Volunteers
June 1, 2016, 7 pm
Individuals and groups who have made outstanding contri-
butions to the city of Cupertino will be honored Wednesday,
June 1. This year, ten individuals and one organization will
receive the CREST Award – Cupertino Recognizes Extra
Steps Taken.
Cupertino Recognizes
Community Volunteers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Celebrate Cupertino Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Bike to Work Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3
Simply Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Roots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Preschool Program & Adventures
Summer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cupertino Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Childrens’ Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
Adult, Teen and Family Programs . . . . . . .6-7
Adult 50 Plus News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Adult 50 Plus Programs/Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Eco News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Clean Our Creeks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Erik's DeliCafé Reduces Waste . . . . . . . . . .10
Keep Conserving Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Wild Game Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Taste of Compassion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Community & City Meetings Calendar . . 12-13
Council Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Keep Your Home Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Would You Like to Serve on the
City of Cupertino Teen Commission? . . . . . . .15
Cupertino Poet Laureate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
New Businesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
C O N T E N T S
A Monthly Publication of The City of Cupertino
A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINOcupertino
IN THIS ISSUE volume XXXIX no.4 | may 2016
Celebrate Cupertino Day at Blackberry Farm
May 7, 2016, 10 am - 4 pm
21979 San Fernando Avenue, Cupertino
Cupertino residents are invited to enjoy and explore
Blackberry Farm located at 21979 San Fernando
Avenue, Cupertino.
Bike to Work Day
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Join the Cupertino Bicycle Pedestrian Commission
and Cupertino Library on Thursday, May 12 for the
22nd annual Bike to Work Day!
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CREST Award Winners, continued from page 1
1) Monica & Cliff Chung: For the last several years,
Cliff & Monica Chung have been helping to create a
positive, healthy, and connected community through
assisting the citizenship course at the Cupertino Se-
nior Center. Over the course of their volunteer career
at the Cupertino Senior Center, Cliff and Monica have
helped over 370 students.
2) Perry Farnum: Mr. Farnum dedicates incredible
amounts of time towards the Boy Scout and Cub Scout
organizations that operate in the City of Cupertino.
He has helped Boy Scouts in Troop 407 for more than
10 years in their recycling program to generate funds
and save money for troop operations.
3) Pete Goodell: Mr. Goodell has been a Boy Scout
Troop Master for over 30 years with Troop 479 based
at St. Jude’s Episcopal Church in Cupertino. He is a
very quiet man who has devoted nearly all his free
time to the care and guidance of several hundred
youngsters in the Boy Scout Program.
4) Andy Huang: Mr. Huang has volunteered over
500 hours in multiple Cupertino organizations in
order to make the City a better and safer place. He is
Block Leader, participates in community emergency
response CERT, CARES using a radio, and MRC for
medical care. He also volunteers for the City as its
Public Safety Commissioner.
5) Clifford Lai: Mr. Lai volunteers for the West Valley
Community Services’ Financial Coaching Program.
The coach and client meet for a monthly one on one
meeting where he helps the client meet their financial
goals, including budgeting and credit.
6) John Muir Laws: Mr. Laws is a talented illustrator,
dedicated naturalist and caring, giving, humble per-
son. Jack offers free workshops throughout the Bay
Area to inspire others to connect with nature through
nature journaling. Jack travels once a month from the
East Bay to give nature presentations to people of all
ages, right here in Cupertino.
7) Jerry Liu: Mr. Liu has devoted many hours in a
variety of volunteer roles in Cupertino to help deliver
life-long learning and education through projects with
the library and at local schools. Through Jerry’s board
role on the Cupertino Library Foundation and his
membership in the City of Cupertino’s Library Com-
mission, Jerry has been uniquely able to influence
the development and implementation of educational
projects delivered through the library.
8) Diane Piedmont: Ms. Piedmont has shared her
time, money and most importantly, her heart with the
West Valley Community Services. Diane comes in and
spends hours organizing closets with supplies for the
homeless. She also works in the food pantry serving
clients.
9) May Tong: In the last two years, May has logged
over 460 hours to her community. She has volun-
teered at the West Valley Community Services and
has done jobs from working the front desk to helping
in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program.
May also helps the case management team in the
pre-screening process to help clients apply for various
public benefits like food stamps.
10) West Valley Presbyterian Church: The West Valley
Presbyterian Church (WVPC) has been serving the
community through its core values for many years.
Since the conception of the Faith-in-Action Rotating
Shelter, WVPC has provided meals for the homeless.
Besides supporting WVCS’ special programs, West
Valley Presbyterian Church also supports and assists
with food pantry cleans and donating food bags.
Cupertino Recognizes Community Volunteers
The awards ceremony and reception, which will include a brief presentation by
City Councilmembers, will be held in the Cupertino Community Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue,
June 1, at 7 pm. The ceremony is free and open to the public. This year’s winners are:
Please come help us celebrate theses truly remarkable members of our community on Wednesday,
June 1, 2016, 7 pm, at the Cupertino Community Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue in Cupertino.
The Cupertino Bicycle Pedestrian Commission
(BPC) and Cupertino Library, in conjunction with
the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) and
many other community BPCs, are encouraging
commuters and students to leave their cars at
home and join tens of thousands of their fellow
Bay Area residents in biking to work or school.
Bike to Work, continued from page 1
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Cupertino Day, continued from page 1
Once again this year, the Cupertino BPC will
set up an Energizer Station in front of the Quin-
lan Community Center at 10185 North Stelling
Road, operating from 6:30 - 9 am and serving
both coffee and food while dispensing informa-
tion and encouragement to all passing cyclists.
Bike to Work Day (BTWD) is a community event
that encourages residents to try bicycling as
their mode of transportation to get healthy
exercise while relieving traffic congestion,
improving air quality, reducing petroleum
consumption, and saving money.
SVBC coordinates BTWD for Santa Clara and
San Mateo Counties. Bay Area-wide BTWD
contests challenge groups of cyclists to form
teams and submit records of their bike com-
muting during National Bike Month, which is
the month of May. Information can be found at
bikesiliconvalley.org/btwd, the SVBC website.
Check the 511 website at bicycling.511.org for
information to help map bike routes to work.
Cupertino had a very successful BTWD last year
with more than 130 cyclists pedaling past the
Quinlan Community Center Energizer Station,
of which more than 90 stopped for coffee and
a chat about their commute.
Bike to Work, continued
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Fire Extinguishers for the Home
Determining which fire extinguisher to have in
your home can be a difficult task.
There are many different types and
sizes available. The most versatile
model extinguisher for home use
is a type ABC dry chemical extin-
guisher and should have a capac-
ity of 6-10 pounds. The ABC stands
for the types of fires it can be used
on. A type ‘A’ fire is that of common
combustibles such as wood and pa-
per; a type ’B’ fire is chemicals such as oil, grease
or gasoline; a type ‘C’ fire is electrical, such as a
computer, electric appliance, or electrical outlet.
Remember to never use water on a type ’C’ fire,
because the risk of electrical shock is too great.
An ABC fire extinguisher can be used on all three
types of fires. It is best to purchase more than one
for the home – one for every level and one for the
garage or workshop. Place the extinguisher in an
easy to reach location near, but not at, the most
likely sources of fires. Most hardware, home
repair stores and department stores carry one or
more types and sizes of fire extinguishers. Once
a month check your extinguisher to make sure
the gauge is in the green zone and give it a quick
shake to keep the dry chemical inside it loose.
Just having a fire extinguisher in your home is
not enough. You need to know how to use it
properly. The first thing to remember is that a
fire extinguisher is for small fires. Never try to
put out a fire that has grown larger than a small
wastebasket. If there is a fire in your home, al-
ways call 911 first, then try to put out the fire with
your fire extinguisher and then only if it is small-
er than the garbage can. Before using a fire ex-
tinguisher, always make sure you give yourself a
safe exit if the extinguisher does not work and
never try to use any extinguisher if it will put you
in danger from toxic smoke.
Now that you know when to use a fire extinguisher,
you have to learn how to use a fire
extinguisher. All fire extinguish-
ers have a tank to hold the extin-
guishing agent, a nozzle with or
without a hose, a squeeze trigger
handle, and a safety locking pin.
When using
the fire extinguisher always re-
member the ‘PASS’ system: Pull,
Aim, Squeeze, Sweep. First ‘Pull’ the safety lock-
ing pin. You may have to twist it first to break any
plastic retaining strap. Next, ‘Aim’ the nozzle at
the base of the fire. Third, ‘Squeeze’ the trig-
ger to start the flow of extinguishing agent, and
fourth, ‘Sweep’ at the full base of the fire, not the
flames. Operate the extinguisher from a safe dis-
tance, several feet away, and then move towards
the fire once it starts to diminish. Remember you
only have 10 to 20 seconds to put out the fire. If
the fire does not go out, exit the house; do not
ever go look for another fire extinguisher. The
risk is not worth your life! Even if you read and
remember the instructions above, it is recom-
mended you attend a class by a qualified instruc-
tor on how to use a fire extinguisher.
A Free Safety Class Can Help Save Your Life
Cupertino offers free classes to help you learn
valuable ways to keep safe in the event of a
disaster, including instructions on fire extinguisher
use as recommended above. Take the time to
clear your schedule for one of the classes below.
Upcoming Public Sessions:
FREE! Earthquake Preparedness and Home Safety.
The class is one hour and is scheduled on request
for Cupertino businesses, churches, or social groups
of 8 or more. This class can come to you! Contact
the Cupertino Office of Emergency Services
(OES) at 1.408.7773335, email OES@cupertino.org for more information, or to request a class
for your company, group or organization.
FREE! Personal Emergency Preparedness Class (PEP) offered by the Santa Clara County
Fire Department. The class covers earthquake
safety, disaster preparation, disaster communi-
cation tips, first aid techniques that save lives,
home safety, fire safety including how to use a
fire extinguisher, emergency supply suggestions
- and more! The next two PEP classes are:
Tuesday, May 17, 6 - 9 pm, Campbell Community
Center, 1 W. Campbell Avenue, Campbell and
Wed, June 1, 3 - 6 pm, Los Gatos Police Opera-
tions Building, 15900 Los Gatos Boulevard, Los
Gatos. For registration, email info@cnt.sccgov.org,
provide your full name, email address, phone
number and residential or work address, or con-
tact the Santa Clara County Fire Department at
408.378.4010.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class. This is the perfect time to learn to
be part of the disaster response solution. This is
an intensive training session by the Santa Clara
County Fire Department on preparedness and
helping others during a disaster. The course is
offered four times a year and you will have one
year to make up any missed sessions for gradua-
tion. You may attend the final exercise once all six
sessions have been completed. We encourage
members of all Cupertino residences to attend
this worthwhile training. The next class runs
Monday, July 11, 6 - 9 pm, Wednesday, July 13,
6 - 9 pm, Monday, July 18, 6 - 9 pm, Wednesday,
July 20, 6 - 9 pm, Monday, July 25, 6 - 9 pm,
Wednesday, July 27, 6 - 9 pm, and Saturday,
July 30, 9 am - 12:30 pm at Cupertino City Hall,
10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino. The registration
fee is $35 which will be reimbursed to Cupertino
residents upon successful completion of the
course. If you have questions or want to register
contact: info@sccfd.org or 408.378.4010.
Purchase a new fire extinguisher or check the ones you already have to
make sure the charge indicator is in the green zone .
If you do only one thing to prepare this month:
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Preschool is a new and important time in a child’s life and we
would be honored if you shared the memories with Cupertino
Recreation & Community Services Preschool Program!
The Tiny Tot program (3 - 4 years) encourages social
development through group activities and play. The
Super Tot program (4-5 years) will expand on your child’s
development and provide enriching activities that will
prepare your child for kindergarten.
Preschool available at two locations: Monta Vista Recreation Center and Quinlan Community Center
REGISTER TODAY BEFORE SPACE RUNS OUT!
Quinlan Community Center
10185 N. Stelling Road Cupertino, CA 95014
Phone: 408.777.3120 Fax: 408.777.1305
For more information about preschool, visit cupertino.org/preschool
Preschool Adventures Summer Camps
Get your child ready for preschool
with our awesome preschool adven-
tures summer camps! Arts and crafts,
songs, cooking, movement, games,
and much more! Register in person
at the Quinlan Community Center
or online www.reg4rec.org
Join the F U N!
One of my favorite books on early Santa Clara
Valley history is "Sunshine, Fruit and Flowers"
also entitled, "Santa Clara County and its' Re-
sources - a souvenir of the San Jose Mercury,
1896." This pictorial book has it all; photographs
of classic old Victorian homes, businesses,
churches, wineries and vineyards, orchards and
agriculture, schools, mining, colleges, judges,
lawyers, businessmen, physicians, and it includes
chapters on almost every city, town and hamlet
in the county and a few in the Santa Cruz moun-
tains. It is a treasure trove of written and picto -
rial information on how our county started, how
people lived and worked and how it grew. I love
the architecture of the early buildings - the beau-
tiful ornamentation, porches, verandas, towers
and much more. So for your viewing pleasure of
a bygone era, here are some lovely pictures of
our valley when it truly was "The Valley of Heart's
Delight".
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Top Row: Churches & schoolhouses, Milpitas. Row 2: Homes in San José, Zicowich Winery, Cupertino. Row 3 (left to right):
Portal House - Cupertino, Cattle Baron Henby Miller home, Bloomfield (Gilroy), Lyddon Home, Los Gatos
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cupertino library | may
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
The Cupertino Library presents a wide variety of pro-
grams for children of all ages. For more details on any
of these programs, including our storytimes, please
call the Children's Reference Desk at 408.446.1677,
x3320, or stop by the Children’s Desk in the Library.
Celebration Children’s Book Week @ Cupertino LibraryMonday, May 2 – Sunday, May 8 Cupertino Library Children’s Room
Children are invited to stop by the Children’s
Desk in the library during Children’s Book Week
to pick up bookmarks and fun take-home activi-
ties to celebrate the Children’s books we love.
Children’s Garden @ Cupertino LibraryTuesdays, May 3,10,17,24,31, 3:30 - 4:30 pm Cupertino Library Courtyard
Visit the Children's Garden at Cupertino Library!
The Cupertino Library Children's Garden will be
open every Tuesday from 3:30 - 4:30 pm for all
ages, weather permitting, through May 31.
Summer hours to be announced. Explore the
garden with different do-it-yourself activities
each month! School-age children are invited to
participate in different garden activities through-
out the season. Look for fairy magic in our fairy
garden, discover your inner paleontologist in our
dinosaur garden, and see which plants tickle in
our Plant Petting Zoo.
Children under five must be accompanied in the
garden by an adult at all times.
Cupertino Cinema ClubThursday, May 12, 4 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
School-age children are invited; children only
in the Story Room, please. Patrons may call the
Children’s Reference Desk at 408.446.1677 x3321
for the free movie title.
Reading Buddies
Come read to a therapy animal! Children who
are currently in kindergarten to 5th grade may
register in person at the Children’s Desk starting
May 16 for one of our June programs.
LIBRARY INFORMATION | 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday ........................................... 10 am – 9 pm
Tuesday ............................................10 am – 9 pm
Wednesday .....................................10 am – 9 pm
Thursday ..........................................10 am – 9 pm
Friday ...............................................10 am – 6 pm
Saturday ...........................................10 am – 6 pm
Sunday ............................................12 pm – 6 pm
TELEPHONE NUMBERS
General Library Number .................408.446.1677
Adult and
Teen Reference ................408.446.1677, ext. 3372
Children’s Reference ..........408.446.1677, ext. 3373
Accounts, Billing ..............................800.286.1991
TeleCirc ............................................800.471.0991
Cupertino Library LEGO ClubThursday, May 19, 4 - 5 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Children who are currently in 1st through 8th
grade are invited to build with LEGO bricks in the
Story Room. The Library will provide LEGO bricks;
please leave your own LEGO bricks at home, and
all LEGO creations will stay at the library.
STEAM LEADS: Zombie ApocalypseSponsored by the Cupertino Library Foundation
Attention middle school students!
THIS MAY, THE APOCALYPSE IS HERE! Visit sccl.org/Locations/Cupertino/STEAM-LEADS
for more information.
PROGRAMS FOR TEENS
“Which College Should I Go to after High School?” Workshop Wednesday, May 4, 7 - 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
College Admissions Consultant, Alice Minhao
Zeng, leads this workshop designed to introduce
California students and families to rich higher
education opportunities. Students will acquire
information on the following topics: different
options after high school, UC (University of Cali-
fornia) schools, CSU (California State University)
schools, out-of-state public universities, private
universities, and international universities. Stu-
dents will also get to know what colleges look
for when evaluating applicants and how they can
prepare in high school to be college-ready.
Free Comic Book DaySaturday, May 7, All day, Teen Room
The Cupertino Library and Comic’s Conspiracy
are pleased to present Free Comic Book Day. Stop
by the library’s 2nd floor Teen Room on the first
Saturday in May to pick up your free comic book!
“Preview of the Common Application: UC's And Private Colleges” with Flex PrepWednesday, May 11, 7 – 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
What’s in a college application? If you’re plan-
ning on going to college, it’s time to find out.
In this seminar come learn the strategies and
To see the programs and events offered at all Santa Clara County Library District Community Libraries,
search our online catalog, review your library account, get homework help, and conduct research using
our online databases, please visit the Santa Clara County Library District Web site at: sccl.org.
cupertino scene May 20166
nuances involved in the college application pro-
cess to enhance your chances of getting into the
college of your choice. Families and students
of 9-12th grades are welcome to this seminar to
learn what exactly colleges ask for in their ap -
plications. Registration is required and space is
limited. One registration per attendee. Registra-
tion opens Monday, May 2 at 10 am.
Teen Study DaysSaturday, May 28, 12 - 5:30 pm Sunday, May 29, 12 - 5:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Join us in Community Hall to study, work on
projects, and get ready for the end of the school
semester. Open work spaces and seating will be
available. Refreshments will be served through-
out the day.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
From Silicon Valley to Swaziland: How One Couple Found Purpose and Adven-ture in an Encore CareerMonday, May 2, 7 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Former high tech executives moved to Swaziland
for six months then Nairobi, Kenya for one year.
They will discuss their work in economic develop-
ment for Technoserve and describe the challenges
of daily living in unfamiliar cultures and how they
helped people in poverty grow their own business.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library
Master Gardeners: Attracting More Pol-linators to your Garden Year RoundWednesday, May 4, 7 - 8:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Would you like to see more butterflies, birds and
bees in your garden year round? UC Cooperative
Extension Master Gardener Nella Henninger will
show the plant selections that will provide pollen
and nectar for honeybees, native bees, butter-
flies, and other pollinators in your garden.
Go West! A film seriesSponsored by the Cupertino Library Foundation and Bluelight Cinemas
All showings are at 6:45 pm on Thursdays.
Join film critic Mark Larson for a series of classic
Westerns. Registration is free; seats are limited.
Please register at cupertinolibraryfoundation.org
• May 5: She Wore A Yellow Ribbon
• May 12: The Big Gundown
• May 19: Ride the High Country
• May 26: Smoke Signals
Knitting at the LibraryEvery Tuesday, 4 - 6 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Bring your needles and yarn to the Library every
Tuesday and join the drop-in knitting program.
Knitters of all skill levels and ages are welcome.
Chinese Book Discussion GroupThursday, May 12, 10 am - 12 Noon Cupertino Library Story Room
The Cupertino Chinese Book Discussion Group will
discuss Bei yin cang de Zhongguo ( Emperor far
away: travels at the edge of China) by David Eimer.
The discussion will be in Mandarin. Generously
sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Adult Book Discussion GroupThursday, May 19, 7 pm. Cupertino Library Story Room
This drop-in book club meets the third Thurs-
day of every month. This month the group will
discuss Orhan’s Inheritance by Aline Ohane-
sian. Orhan inherits the family business after his
grandfather dies, but the family estate has been
left to a stranger in Los Angeles. Orhan embarks
on a journey to uncover the reason behind this
mystery and unearths an amazing story.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library
Human Trafficking: Today’s Modern SlaveryTuesday, May 31, 7 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Judith Hamilton will speak on human trafficking
and its global impact, and what presence it has
in the USA, California, and local occurrences in
the cities of Santa Clara County.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library.
At Your Service... Personal E-Reader Tutorials by Appointment
Do you want to learn how to load e-books and
library e-content on your fancy new device?
Get all of your e-reader questions answered
by scheduling a personal consultation with a
Cupertino librarian! For more information, call
the Cupertino Library Adult Reference Desk at
408.446.1677. To book an appointment, please
visit our web site: sccl.org/at-your-service.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
The Friends of the Cupertino Library Bestseller Collections: Print, DVD and BluRay formats now available
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library,
these Bestseller Collections are designed to make
it easier than ever to find a bestselling book or
movie (in DVD or BluRay formats) when you visit
the Library. The items are available on a first-come,
first-served basis (no reserves).
Booksale - Friends of the Cupertino Library Book SaleCupertino Community Hall Saturday, May 14, 9 am – 4 pm Sunday, May 15, 12 – 3 pm
Come on in and browse the gently-read books for
sale – you never know what treasures you can find!
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adult 50 plus news | may
May is Older Americans Month!
May is a month of fresh beginnings. Perennials
bloom once again, blazing a trail of bright color.
Here at the Cupertino Senior Center, May is Older
Americans Month, a time to “Blaze a Trail” and cel-
ebrate the perennial contributions of older adults
to our community. Throughout the month and all
year round, the Cupertino Senior Center offers
classes, lectures, case management services, and
volunteer opportunities to help you get engaged
in your community and make a positive impact in
the life of others. By promoting activity, wellness,
and lifelong learning, you blaze your trail as part of
our positive, healthy, and connected community.
Adult 50+ Membership2016 Memberships
Membership includes access to Adult 50+ pro -
grams, trips, services, classes, socials, and mail-
ing of the bimonthly newsletter. Join now and
the membership is good through January 2017.
It’s easy to become an Adult 50+ member:
• Be at least 50 years or better
• Complete a “New Member Application” form
(available at the senior center or online)
• Pay the membership price of $27. Cupertino
residents pay $22
Stay Active Fund
The Stay Active Fund is about helping adults 50+
remain active, engaged, and participating at the
Cupertino Senior Center. This fund provides assis-
tance to offset the cost for senior center member-
ship and registration for classes and events. The
program is available each year from November to
June 30, or until the funds are depleted. Please
contact the senior center for more details.
EVENTS & SOCIALS
May Social and Birthday BashWednesday, March 9, 12 pm
Join us for a Cinco de Mayo fiesta with a Mexican-
themed meal including enchiladas, fire grilled
chicken, tortillas and more, followed by a delec-
table dessert and an authentic game of lotteria!
Members with May birthdays will be honored.
Member fee $10, senior guests add $5 day pass.
Vegetarian option available when registering.
Harmonikatz BandSpringtime Concert and Sing-A-Long Wednesday, May 11, 1:30 – 3 pm
Join the Harmonikatz Band members as they
celebrate spring with a concert and a Sing-A-
Long. Spend an afternoon with music and good
company. Light refreshments will be served.
Please sign up at the lobby table. Members are
free, senior guests pay $5 day pass.
Cupertino ChoraliersMonday, May 23, 9:30 - 10:30 am
Enjoy the musical stylings of the Cupertino
Choraliers, a dedicated group of seniors who
love to reach out through song! This will be a
lovely and lively way to start off the day. Mem -
bers free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Sign
up at the lobby table.
All About WaterWednesday, May 25, 10 – 11 am
Join the Santa Clara Valley Water District and
learn all about water. Topics will include where
our water comes from, where it gets used, flood
protection, and more. With the drought still upon
us, this talk will also include important information
on water conservation, and how the community
can get involved. Members free, senior guests
pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the lobby table.
50+ SoftballThursdays, May 4 - October 20, 9 am - 12 pm
Get out, be happy, and bring a friend – 50+
Softball is in full swing! Memorial Park is the
home of the Cupertino Geezers who warm-up
and take batting practice beginning at 9 am.
A pick-up game starts promptly at 10 am each
week. Fee is $38 for the year. Membership is
required, sign up now!
50+ Bocce BallWednesday, May 4 - October 26, 9 am - 12 pm
Enjoying the outdoors is easy to do in Cupertino
at Blackberry Farm Park alongside the Stevens
Creek Trail. Join us at 9am. Members can meet
new people and have fun while playing a game
of Bocce. First time players welcome, instruc-
tions will be available. Free for members.
Movie of the MonthWednesday, May 25, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Harvey (1950) - Due to his friendship with an invis-
ible six-foot rabbit, whimsical Ellwood P. Dowd
(James Stewart) is thought by his family to be
insane - but he may be wiser than anyone knows.
Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Members
are free, senior guests pay $5 day pass.
Let’s Talk Current EventsWednesday, May 18, June 22, 1:30 – 3 pm
Discuss important and interesting topics with
Nancy McGinnis, legal specialist and current lec-
turer at San Francisco State University, facilitating
the conversation. Members free, senior guests
pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the lobby table.
CLASSES & PRESENTATIONS
Zumba Gold Wednesday, May 11 - June 29, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Come and join the fun! Dance your way to health
in this invigorating and engaging exercise class.
Instruction will focus on all elements of fitness in-
cluding cardiovascular and muscular conditioning,
flexibility and balance. All levels are encouraged
to try out this motivating class! Member fee $45.
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CUPERTINO SENIOR CENTER 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. 408.777.3150
ADULT 50 PLUS TRIPS
Itineraries subject to change.
Call the Senior Center at 408.777.3150 for
reservations or more information on trips.
Golden Gate Bridge Walk and Scoma’s Sausalito, Thursday, May 26, $119
K-9 Guide School and One of a Kind De-sign, Wednesday, June 1, $65
Horse Racing at Golden Gate Fields, Friday,
June 3, $65
Nike Missile Site and More!, Thursday,
June 9, $129
Cabaret, the Musical, Wednesday,
June 22, $132
Emperors’ Treasures, Tuesday, June 28, $74
Wilder Ranch State Park and Crow’s Nest,
Thursday, August 4, $98
La Foret and Quicksilver Mining Museum,
Sunday, August 14, $101
TOURSBest of Eastern Canada
July 12 - 19, 2016, $3,399 dbl
From the European-styled, old world elegance
of Quebec City to the thundering magnificence
of Niagara Falls, you’ll love every moment of this
8-day tour of eastern Canada. Enjoy two-night
stays in Montreal, Quebec City and Toronto,
as well as an overnight stay in Ottawa and
city tours of each of them. Have breakfast of
regional specialties at a local sugar shack and
learn about maple syrup making. Board a boat
to experience Niagara Falls up close and cruise
through the spectacular unspoiled 1000 Islands.
Watch the busy St. Lawrence River from high
atop Montreal’s Mount Royal and experience
the energy of multicultural Toronto. Walk the
cobblestone streets of Old Quebec. Experience
the best regional cuisine during a Dine Around
with your choice of restaurant locations for the
evening. From picturesque countryside to glis-
tening skyscrapers, a truly unforgettable cultural
and historical experience awaits you in the heart
of Eastern Canada.
Heritage of America
September 16-25, 2016, $3,899 dbl
Highlights include: Gettysburg, Mount Vernon,
Colonial Williamsburg, Washington D.C.,
Smithsonian Institution, Amish Country, New
York City and More!
Crystal Cruise on the Panama Canal
October 30 - November 16, 2016, $6,930
The Panama Canal connects two great oceans
and is considered one of the world’s most
sophisticated engineering marvels. For many
travelers, transiting the Panama Canal is a mile-
stone in their cruising careers. In addition to the
Canal transit, you will experience everything
from eco-excursions in tropical destinations like
Caldera, Costa Rica and Puerto Quetzal, Guate-
mala to desert-sea adventures in Cabo San
Lucas, Mexico, located on the southern tip of
the Baja California peninsula. Inclusive: flights,
gratuities, transfers and on-board amenities
included.
Intro to PCThursday, May 5 - 19, 10 am - 12 pm
Intro to PC is a beginner course that will focus on
helping you to learn the fundamentals needed to
use and enjoy the computer. Learning objectives
include keyboarding, mouse control, word pro-
cessing, email, and internet navigation. Member
fee $15.
TechTime with PaulFridays, May 6 - May 27, 1:30 - 4 pm
Members can drop in to use a Mac or PC to
browse the web, practice skills, or ask simple
questions in the senior center’s Technology
Lab on a first-come, first-served basis. Free for
members. Senior center membership required.
SOCIAL SERVICES
Volunteer Nurse Blood Pressure Checks Monday, May 9, 23, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Tuesday, May 3, 17, 31, 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP)
Monday, May 9, 23, 1 – 3 pm
Consultation on Medicare and health insurance.
Please call 408.777.3150 to make an appointment.
HousingMonday, May 2, 16, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
A list of housing resources and contact informa-
tion are provided to help you independently
search for housing. Please call 408.777.3150 to
make an appointment.
Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA)Friday, May 6, 13, 20, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Provides free assistance to elders for basic legal
matters in public benefits, long-term care, elder
abuse, housing, consumer issues, incapacity plan-
ning, 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.
Drop-in Consultation with Case ManagerWednesdays 10 am – 12 pm
A Case Manager is available to discuss community
resources, benefits, and care options during the
drop-in hours. Case Manager is also available by
appointment. Cantonese/Mandarin available.
Caregiver Support GroupThursday, May 12, 3 - 4:30 pm
Provides a safe place for family caregivers to share
their experiences and challenges. Join our circle
of support.
Find us on Facebook! cupertino.org/seniorcenterfacebook
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Email: seniorcntr@cupertino .org
Website: cupertino .org/senior
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When you grab
lunch in Cupertino,
how many dispos-
able cups, lids,
straws, condiment
packets, and uten-
sils do you receive?
Have you thought
about the trash pile
that you are left
with at the end of a
meal or seen these products littering our streets?
According to a 2011 Clean Water Action study
(bit.ly/RethinkTrashStudy), a shocking 67% of
litter on Bay Area commercial streets is single-use
disposable food and beverage packaging.
Food businesses in Cupertino and throughout the
San Francisco Bay Area are tackling this challenge
by adopting Clean Water Action and Clean Water
Fund’s initiative Rethink Disposable.
The first restaurant in Cupertino to adopt ReThink
Disposable recommendations was Erik’s DeliCafé
on Stevens Creek Boulevard. Erik’s was already
serving all dine-in meals and beverages in reusable
dishware and providing customers with an incentive
for bringing a reusable bag to pick-up take-out
and catering at all restaurant locations. Despite
the restaurant’s proven environmental leadership,
there were still opportunities to reduce disposable
packaging from its operations, thereby reducing
waste and saving money. Some of the changes
implemented by the Cupertino restaurant include
offering creamer in a bulk thermos and serving
salad dressing in reusable ramekins. Corporate
Erik’s DeliCafé is considering expanding these,
and other changes to all of its locations. Three
more businesses in Cupertino – J&J Hawaiian
BBQ, JS Stewhouse, and Pebbles Deli Café –
have recently committed to Rethink Disposable.
Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund’s
Rethink Disposable program won the 2015 Gover-
nor’s award for Environmental and Economic
Leadership in the waste reduction category. The
program has now worked with 100 participants in
the Bay Area, including food
service businesses, food
trucks, and a high school.
Over the last year, just 30 of
those participating business-
es have reduced targeted
disposable items by an aver-
age of 70 percent, prevented
a total of 30,000 pounds of
waste, and saved participat-
ing businesses an average of $3,000.
Help transform wasteful practices into resourceful
ones in Cupertino. Encourage your favorite
restaurant to get involved. Learn more at rethinkdisposable.org or contact the City at
408.777.3354 or environmental@cupertino.org.
Bring family, friends, and neighbors to
help keep our creeks clean and healthy.
The City’s semiannual community
creek cleanup is on:
Saturday, May 21, 9 am - 12 pm at Creekside Park, 10455 Miller Avenue.
Volunteers and City staff will clean segments
of Calabazas and Regnart Creeks. Gloves,
trash grabbers and bags will be provided.
Volunteers are asked to complete a waiver
form, wear sunscreen and dress for safety (long
sleeves, pants and old shoes or rain boots).
Refreshments will be offered. Register at cleanacreek.org or call 408.777.3354.
Erik’s DeliCafé reduces waste and litter
by rethinking disposable
Clean Our Creeks!
Saturday, May 21
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Although 2016 brought us nearly average rainfall,
California is recovering from drought conditions.
One wet winter won’t be enough to make up
for four dry ones! Last year, Santa Clara County
reduced water use by 27% when compared to
2013 levels, surpassing the state’s mandate of 25%.
Let’s repeat this success this year to ensure
there is water for future years! This summer,
start implementing one of the following water-
saving actions in your home:
• Test your irrigation system for leaks and other
issues prior to the watering season to minimize
wasted water. To test for leaks, turn off all water
and see if your meter is still moving. If it is, it’s time
to investigate and repair those sneaky leaks.
• Swap your lawn for drought tolerant plants and
grasses. Learn what works from local nurseries
or bayfriendlycoalition.org.
• Let your lawn go brown. About 50% of house -
hold water usage is for landscaping — this
summer, proudly display your “brown is the
new green” pride by not watering your lawn.
• Irrigate efficiently. Water during early morning
hours, group plants with similar water needs
together, install a water or moisture-sensitive con-
troller, use drip irrigation when possible and apply
mulch or mix compost into soil to help hold water.
• Install a laundry-to-landscape system and reuse
your washing machine water for nearby landscap-
ing. Rebates are available at valleywater.org.
• Install water-efficient toilets (1.28 gallons per
flush or less), washing machines, low-flow
showerheads (2.0 gallons per minute or less)
and faucet aerators (1.8 gallons per minute
for kitchens, less for bathrooms). Rebates are
available at valleywater.org.
• Looking to replace an appliance with a more
water-efficient one? Look for the US EPA’s
WaterSense label to guide you.
• Only run washing machines and
dishwashers with full loads.
• Turn off the faucet while brushing
teeth, washing dishes, and shaving.
• Sweep pavement to clean instead of hosing
down patios, sidewalks, and driveways.
• Use hose attachments with a temporary shut-
off valve to stop the flow of unneeded water.
• Host a free Water-Wise House Call from
Santa Clara Valley Water District. Sign up at valleywater.org or call 800.548.1882.
Visit cupertino.org/savewater or watersavings.
org for more tips. Don’t see your favorite water-
saving actions listed here? Submit your tips to environmental@cupertino.org and we’ll share
them in our next newsletter.
Keep Conserving Water
Taste of Compassion
West Valley Community Services (WVCS ) is
hosting its May Taste of Compassion with its
community partner restaurant, Lazy Dog, in Main
Street, on May 23 and May 24, all day both days.
15% of sales will be donated to WVCS. The event
will raise money for WVCS's general fund, which is
used to continue its ongoing programs and special
events, such as its Back-to-School backpack pro-
gram and year-end holiday food programs. More
information will be available at tasteofcompassion.
org, including a link to the event flyer, which must
be presented to ensure credit for WVCS.
West Valley Community Services is a private non-
profit, charitable community based agency serving
Cupertino and the west valley area of Santa Clara
County. Its mission is to encourage the sharing of
community resources, to provide basic human needs
in a caring and dignified environment, and to provide
opportunities for volunteers to participate in these
activities. More info at wvcommunityservices.org.
Wild Game Feed
The Cupertino Host Lions Club will host
its annual Wild Game Feed on Thursday,
June 16, at Napredak Hall, 770 Montague
Expressway, San Jose. The menu features
Wild Boar, Buffalo, Calamari, Octopus,
Quail, Salmon, Crab, Buffalo/Goat Stew,
Crawdads and much more. A spread of
appetizers will be served, followed by a
sit-down dinner and more. Tickets are
$65 for entry and all you can eat or $95
which includes all you can eat, a beer
mug, selected drinks and general
raffle tickets. No tickets are sold at the
door. For tickets, contact Howard Jensen
at 408.209.7251, or go on line to: wildgamefeed2016.eventbrite.com.
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Cupertino Toastmasters*6:30 pm Saint Joseph of Cupertino
School-Science Room, 10110
N. De Anza Blvd.
650.492.0859
Ask for Dorothy
Liu
cupertino.freetoasthost.net
American Legion Post 642 7 pm 10201 Imperial Avenue #3 408.374.6392 sccgov.org/portal/site/va
School Emergency Preparedness 9:30 am City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.777.3176
Excalibur Toastmasters 6:45 - 8 pm Saint Joseph of Cupertino
Catholic Church Preschool,
10110 N. De Anza Blvd.
408.829.2055 excalibur.toastmastersclubs.org
C.A.R.E.S 7:30 - 9 pm City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.345.8372 cupertinoares.org
De Anza Flea Market 8 am - 4 pm De Anza College 408.864.8946 deanza.fhda.edu/fleamarket
Cupertino Kids Chess Club*10 am -
12:30 pm
10675 S. De Anza Blvd. # 4 408.996.1236 Albert Rich
[cchesschampions@yahoo.com]
Organization of Special Needs
Families*
2 - 4 pm 21685 Granada Ave 408.996.0850 osfamilies.org
Planetarium Shows*7 pm De Anza Planetarium 408.864.8814 planetarium.deanza.edu
Cupertino Morningmasters
Toastmasters*
7:30 am Bethel Lutheran Church 10181
Finch Ave, Fireside Room
408.209.7251 http://tinyurl.com/cupmmtm
Fine Arts League 7 pm Community Center 408.863.9991
Ask Janki Chokshi
falc.org
Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 pm 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 oddfellowscupertino70.org
Cupertino Quota*12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.348.9559 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com
Cupertino Las Madres*10 am - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
De Anza Kiwanis*7:15 am Intl. House of Pancakes 408.973.1832 deanzacupertinokiwanis.org
Cupertino Coin Club 7:30 pm St. Joseph of Cupertino
Catholic Church, Community
Center Building, 10110 N.
DeAnza Blvd.
CupertinoCoinClub.com
CERT/MRC 7- 9 pm City Hall Mtg. Room 100
Al-ANON Family Group*7 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 940 S.
Stelling Rd.
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Cupertino Sanitary Dist*8 pm 20863 Stevens Creek #100 408.253.7071 cupertinosanitarydistrict.com
De Anza Optimist Club*7:15 am Holder's Restaurant 408.863.0835 optimist.org
Cupertino Optimist Club*12:15 pm Blue Pheasant 408.255.3212 optimist.org
Tandem Toastmasters*12 - 1 pm Trend Micro
10101 N. De Anza Blvd
408.447.0797 tandemtoastmasters.vsgcorp.
com
Macintalkers Toastmasters*5:30 pm Apple Computer,
1 Infinite Loop
macintalkers.com
vppr@macintalkers.com
Cupertino Rotary Club*Noon Community Center 888.613.5559 cupertinorotary.org
Philotesian Rebekah #145 7:30 pm Cupertino Odd Fellows 408.252.3954 caioof.org/IOOF/CA_RA_Officers.
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Cup. Symphonic Band*7 pm Peterson Middle School (S'vale)408.262.0471 netview.com/csb
Krazy Dazys Square Dance Club*7 pm Hyde Middle School 408.747.0943 krazydazys.org
Cupertino Las Madres*10 am - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
Cup. Host Lions Club*7:15 pm BBLC Hall, 99 North Bascom
Avenue, San Jose
408.209.7251 cupertinohostlionclub.org
De Anza Lions Club*6:45 am Holders Country Inn 408.255.3093 deanzalions.org
Northwest Y Service Club*6:30 pm Northwest YMCA, 20803 Alves
Drive
408.351.2444 northwest@ymcasv.org
Embroiderers' Guild of America 7 pm Sunny View Retirement
Community
408.873.1190 egausa.org
Food Addicts in Recovery (FA)*7 pm St. Jude's Church 408.354.8493 foodaddicts.org
Cupertino Las Madres*10 am - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
American Association of University
Women
6:30 - 8 pm Moorpark Hotel 2nd Floor,
4241 Moorpark Ave, San Jose,
CA 95129
408.996.7492 Susanps@sonic.net
Cupertino-Toyokawa Sister Cities 7:30 - 9:30 pm City Hall Conference Room A 408.867.2162 jeang8@hotmail.com
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Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA*10 am - 1:30 pm Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 hssus.org
Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 pm 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 oddfellowscupertino70.org
Al-ANON Family Group*5 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 10181
Finch Ave., Fireside Room
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Cupertino Kiwanis*Noon The Blue Pheasant 408.252.3830 cupertinokiwanis.homestead.com
Knights of Columbus 4981*7:30 pm 10201 Imperial Ave.408.296.8146 kofc.org/un
Cupertino Men's Service*Noon The Blue Pheasant
Cupertino Sr. TV Production*9:30 am Senior Center 408.252.2667
Cupertino Quota*12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.348.9559 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com
Malihini Orchid Society 7:30 pm Vallco Shopping Center 408.267.3397 malihini.org
MAY CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL
MAY 3 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
MAY 4 Library Commission (Conf. Rm. C)7 pm
MAY 4 Technology, Info & Communication Comm. (Conf. Rm. A) 7 pm
MAY 5 Environmental Review Committee (Conf Rm. C) 9:30 am
MAY 5 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm C.)5 pm
MAY 5 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall)7 pm
MAY 10 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
MAY 11 Teen Commission Meeting (Quinlan Community Center)6 pm
MAY 11 Economic Development Committee Meeting (Conf. Rm. A)10 am
MAY 12 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C) 9 am
MAY 12 Administrative Hearing meeting (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
MAY 12 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)6 pm
MAY 17 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
MAY 19 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 9:30 am
MAY 19 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
MAY 23 Fine Arts Commission (Conf. Rm. C)7 pm
MAY 24 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
MAY 25 Teen Commission (Quinlan Community Center)6 pm
MAY 26 Administrative Hearing meeting (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
CITY MEETINGS
Unless otherwise noted, all City Council and Commission meetings are held at 10350 Torre Ave.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm; Fridays, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
*** These meetings can be seen live via webcast at cupertino.org/webcast, or on The City Channel, Cable 26.
For all City meeting agendas and minutes go to cupertino.org/agenda.
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10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 95014, 408.777.3223, cityclerk@cupertino.org.
Clubs with asterisks meet more than once monthly. Call the contact number or email for details.
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SPECIAL MEETING THURSDAY, MARCH 31, 2016
Special Meeting
Council Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan,
Paul, and Wong
Council Members Absent: None
Adopted Resolution No. 16-027 directing city staff to prepare
a report on the effects of the Vallco initiative pursuant to
elections Code Section 9212 and appropriated $180,000.00
for such purpose; also gave direction to staff to find out date
of when initiative signatures need to be filed to make it for the
August 12 deadline to call the election
Received the report on the impacts of the proposed initiative;
and adopted Resolution No. 16-028 ordering that the initiative
be placed on the ballot for the November 8, 2016 general
municipal election, to be consolidated with the statewide
general election with the following amendment to the ballot
language:
Shall an initiative ordinance be adopted amending
Cupertino’s general plan to limit redevelopment of the
Vallco Shopping District, limit building heights along major
mixed-use corridors, establish a 45 feet maximum building
height in the neighborhoods, limit lot coverages for large
projects, establish new setbacks and building planes on major
thoroughfares, and require voter approval for any changes to
these provisions?
Adopted Resolutions No. 16-029 directing the City Clerk to
transmit the initiative to the City Attorney for preparation of
an impartial analysis; and did not authorize City Council mem-
bers, or the Council as a whole, to submit ballot arguments
for or against the initiative with the statewide general election;
with the following amendment to the ballot language:
Shall an initiative ordinance be adopted amending
Cupertino’s general plan to limit redevelopment of the
Vallco Shopping District, limit building heights along major
mixed-use corridors, establish a 45 feet maximum building
height in the neighborhoods, limit lot coverages for large
projects, establish new setbacks and building planes on major
thoroughfares, and require voter approval for any changes to
these provisions?
Adopted Resolution No. 16-030 authorizing rebuttal argu-
ments for and against the initiative.
SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2016
Special Meeting
Council Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan,
Paul, and Wong
Council Members Absent: None
Met with legal counsel and gave direction
Met with legal counsel and no action was taken
Reviewed the draft preferred alternative for the Stevens Creek
corridor master plan and continued the item to a future meet-
ing to be determined
Regular Meeting
Council Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan,
Paul, and Wong
Council Members Absent: None
Presented the proclamation
Approved the minutes
Affirmed Nina Daruwalla as a community member and Sue Bose
as the business representative on the Housing Commission
Accepted the city financial reports for the fiscal year ending
June 30, 2015
Recommended approval to the California Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control of the application for alcoholic
beverage license for Hi Pot, 19066 Stevens Creek Boulevard
Recommended approval to the California Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control of the application for alcoholic
beverage license for Aya Japan House, 10789 South Blaney
Avenue
Recommended approval to the California Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control of the application for alcoholic
beverage license for Panino Guisto, 19469 Stevens Creek
Boulevard
Recommended approval to the California Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control of the application for alcoholic
beverage license for Crab Lover, 10275 South De Anza
Boulevard
Recommended approval to the California Department of
Alcoholic Beverage Control of the application for alcoholic
beverage license for Cupertino Valero, 10002 North De Anza
Boulevard
Conducted the second reading and enacted ordinance No.
16-2142, “An ordinance of the city council of the city of Cuper-
tino to repeal Chapter 14.15 of the Cupertino Municipal Code
entitled “Landscaping Ordinance” and replace it with a new
Chapter 14.15 entitled “Landscape Ordinance” in order to im-
prove readability and to comply with state-mandated updated
to the model water-efficient landscape ordinance”
Adopted resolution No. 16-031 approving the Fiscal Year
2016-17 fee schedule, effective July 1, 2016 with the following
amendments (Wong voting no):
• Maintain status quo on facility rental structure and fees for
non-profit categories
• Hold non-residential fees steady as status quo in those
instances where resident fees are increased
• Consolidate non-profit categories 2 and 3
• Reduce non-profit demonstration from 51% to 1/3 of
members
• Make adjustments to all other fees as recommended by staff
but cap anything over 20% of comp averages and bring any
exceptions above 20% to council with written explanation
and justification for approval
Defer political sign fee increase until sign ordinance comes to
council and then bring political sign fee back for consideration
at that time
Discussed procedure for handling oral communications at
council meetings and established a two-month trial period
whereby council will hear the first eight persons who have
submitted speaker cards, with Mayor discretion to allow more
than eight persons, including special consideration for seniors
and youth groups. The remainder of the speakers wishing to
address the council on non-agenda items will be heard at the
end of the agenda (Wong voting no)
City Manager David Brandt introduced new Chief Technology
Officer William Mitchell
Council members highlighted the activities of their commit-
tees and various community events
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Submission deadline for the June edition is May 4.
THE BETTER PART
The programs listed below are aired on Mondays
at 4:30 pm on Channel 15. The repeat showings
are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 7 pm on Channel 15.
May 2, 3 & 6Zero Waste Chef – 40% of food goes to waste
each year in the US, and the amount of plastic
pollution in our environment is alarming.
May 9, 10 & 13 50+ Sports - Cupertino Senior Center highlights
six of their sports for the 50 and Better community.
May 16, 17 & 20 Is it Alzheimer's? – Keep your brain healthy
and learn how to identify Alzheimer’s at an
early stage.
May 23, 24 & 27 Diagnosis: Alzheimer's – You or your loved
one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s – what can
you expect? – How do you cope? You are not
alone… there’s help available.
May 30, 31 & June 3 Veteran of Foreign Wars – The story of Captain
Charles Merdinger, veteran of three conflicts.
Cl Hair Studio
19655 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Alexander's Steakhouse
19379 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Hank Hu A Chiropractic Corporation
21801 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Q Salon And Spa
19110 Stevens Creek Blvd. Ste C
Falafel Inc. Sajj Street Eats
20955 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Sancha Bar Cupertino
19505 Stevens Creek Blvd.
Le Queena Inc.
10805 N Wolfe Rd. St 106
Welcome New Businesses
Would You Like To Serve on the City
of Cupertino Teen Commission?
Cupertino teens are encouraged to apply for
three vacancies on the Teen Commission. The
application deadline is 4:30 pm on Friday, May
6 in the City Clerk’s Office, 10300 Torre Avenue,
Cupertino, CA 95014. Council will conduct inter-
views beginning at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, May 24
and Wednesday, May 25 (as needed).
Applications can be downloaded from the City
of Cupertino website at cupertino.org/vacan-
cies. For more details, please visit the website
or call the City Clerk's Office at 408.777.3223.
Keep Your Home Safe
Want to learn about what steps you can take to
lower the risk your home or car will be burglar-
ized? The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office
and the Cupertino Public Safety Commission will
be presenting a Residential Burglary Protection
Forum on Friday, June 24 in the Community Hall
from 7 to 8:30 pm. Save the date now. Look for
the event flyers in June at the City of Cupertino
facilities.
Cupertino Poet Laureate Amanda
Williamsen to participate with US
Poet Laureate
Cupertino’s Poet Laure-
ate, Amanda Williamsen,
will be reading May 5th
with several other Bay
Area Poets Laureate at
the San Jose State Uni-
versity Poetry Festival,
honoring a very distinguished visitor, the new
United States Poet Laureate Juan Felipe Her-
rera. This event is open to the public. Visit cu-
pertinopoetlaureate.org, or follow the pro-
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