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The City of Cupertino is pleased to announce
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14th Annual Diwali Festival of Lights . . . . . . . . .2
Cupertino Tournament of Bands . . . . . . . . . . .2
Silicon Valley Fall Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Armenian Food Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Serve on a City Commission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Cupertino Carnival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Beekeeping Ordinance Update . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Simply Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Roots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cupertino Education Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Cupertino Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7
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2016 Bicycle Transportion Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
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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.7 | september 2016
Tournament of Bands 2016
October 8, 2016
Cupertino High School Proud Pioneer
Marching Band is proud to be hosting our
46th Annual Tournament of Bands.
14th Annual Diwali Festival of Lights Celebration
Memorial Park Amphitheater Saturday, October 15, 2016, 10 am - 5 pm
The Hills at Vallco is proud to be major sponsor
of The Fourteenth Annual Bay Area Diwali Festival
of Lights.
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Diwali Festival of Lights, continued from page 1
Organized by the Cupertino Chamber of Com-
merce and its Asian American Business Coun-
cil (AABC), festivities include a wonderful feast of
food, business and craft booths, music and dance,
including a traditional Rangoli display. Admission
and parking are free!
Diwali is a traditional Indian festival of thanksgiving
– it celebrates the victory of light over darkness,
knowledge over ignorance, hope over despair,
and good over evil. Celebrated throughout the
world, typical Diwali traditions include family and
friends gathering to light lamps, exchanging gifts
and new clothes, meeting new and old friends,
and offering traditional sweets.
Visitors to the festival are treated to a festive
atmosphere of sari festooned trees, spectacular
lanterns, and a cultural kaleidoscope of activities
and performances. The festival begins at 10 am
with the popular “Kids Zone” art show and show-
cases a grand opening ceremony at noon.
The festival appeals to all the senses; delicious
Indian food, music and dancing, featuring classical
Kathak and Bharatanatyam to folk Koli and to
popular Bollywood dances.
The elaborate and exciting Kids Zone is packed
throughout the day with children visiting the
magic show, petting zoo, pony rides, jump houses,
face painting and other activities.
The AABC promotes, strengthens and enhances
the inter-ethnic business environment in the
Cupertino Chamber and the Diwali Festival has
proven to be an excellent way to build a connec-
tion between our business community and the
residents of Cupertino.
For more information about the festival or
membership in the Cupertino Chamber of
Commerce and the Asian American Business
Council, please contact the Chamber in
Cupertino at 408.252.7054 or visit the Chamber’s
website cupertino-chamber.org/Diwali.
Over 2,000 band students and 2,000 spectators
will come together on October 8 for a fantastic
day of music and showmanship. Approximately
20 bands will perform in parade, drill-down (field
command) and field show competitions.
On October 8, 9:15 am, at Calle de Barcelona
and Miller Avenue, the parade begins its one
mile long demonstration of music and spectacle.
The competition part of the parade occurs on
Stevens Creek, just east of Miller Avenue. Bands
in the competition are judged on music perfor-
mance, marching and maneuvering, and show-
manship. New for this year, we will hold our
percussion competition in Main Street Cupertino,
and the percussion players will process around
its central loop. The parade competition is free
to all spectators. For more information and a full
schedule of activities visit: chs.fuhsd.org/TOB
Cupertino Tournament of Bands 2016
Fremont High School
Merced High School
Lynbrook High School
Saratoga High School
Redwood Middle School
Milpitas High School
Branham High School
El Capitan High School
Mountain View High School
Homestead High School
American High School
Crater High School (from Oregon)
Mission San Jose High School
Bands that will be at Tournament of Bands this year
(and more still coming in):
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cupertino scene September 20162
Silicon Valley Fall Festival, continued from page 1 Would You Like To
Serve On A City
Commission?Public Safety Commission Vacancy
The City of Cupertino is
accepting applications for
one vacancy on the Public
Safety Commission. The
(partial) term of this vacancy
expires in January of 2018.
The application deadline is 4:30 pm on Friday, Sep-tember 9, 2016. Council
will conduct interviews
beginning at 5:30 pm on
Tuesday, September 20.
Applications can be
submitted via the Online
Advisory Appointment Ap-
plication at cupertino.org/vacancies. For more details,
please see the website or
call the City Clerk's office
at 408.777.3223.
Cupertino Carnival
A free three-day carnival
featuring live music, demon-
strations, rides, games, food
booths, silent auction, coffee
shop, flea market and more.
Friday, Sept 9, 5 - 10 pm,
Saturday, Sept. 10, 11 am - 10 pm,
Sunday, Sept. 11, 10:30 am -
4:30 pm. St. Joseph of Cuper-
tino School, 10120 N. De Anza
Blvd., Cupertino. 408.252.6441 sjcschool.org/carnival
Beekeeping Ordinance
Update
With the demise of
bee colonies worldwide, the
eminent importance of honey
bees to the vitality and diver-
sity of our eco-system and
food supplies drives the
Cupertino Rolling Hills 4-H
team to partner with the City
of Cupertino Community
Development Department to
update the City's existing
Beekeeping Ordinance.
The proposed ordinance will
draw from other cities' successful
updates and local beekeeping
experts' knowledge, and in-
clude global best management
practices and stakeholder
input. Visit cupertino.org/ beekeepingordinance for:
• Additional information;
• The City’s Draft Ordinance,
when available; and
• To sign up for
e-notifications.
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simply safe | september
How to Help Avoid Residential Burglary
If you missed the Residential Burglary Prevention
Forum on June 24, 2016, view it online at youtube.com/watch?v=kr7B60obg8I.
The more you can do to
keep your home from
looking like an easy
target, the safer you are.
The first step in improving
overall security is to take a
hard look at the security
measures already in use in your home. Think
about these tips below, or better still, request
a free home security assessment from the SCC
Sheriff's Office. Be sure to make improvements
where necessary.
• Make your home look occupied. Leave lights and
radios on when you go out. If you are going to be
away for a length of time, connect some lamps,
TVs, or radios to automatic timers to turn them
on in the evening and off during the day.
• Make it difficult to break in. Lock all outside
doors, garage doors and windows before you
leave the house or go to bed. Even if it is for a
short time, lock your doors. Deadbolts are good
for outside doors. Check your locks on doors and
windows and replace them with secure devices
as necessary. Padlocks on fences to backyards
are a good idea. Sliding glass doors are vulnera-
ble. Special locks are available for better security.
The use of a length of 1”x1” wood or dowel or
PVC pipe in a bottom door or window track is
an excellent way to prevent a burglar from forc-
ing open a door or window. They would have to
break it, which they generally do not want to do.
Also, do not hide a key outside. Burglars already
know all the good hiding places.
• Don’t forget to lock your cars in the driveway or
when going out, even for a short time. An un-
locked car with a garage door opener is the same
as an unlocked home. Never leave laptops or
other valuables visible in your car. Thieves are ex-
perts at breaking into cars. Even when away from
the vehicle for just a few minutes, residents have
found themselves the victim of a window smash
burglary, finding that their laptop, purse, iPhone,
or gym bag has been stolen from the vehicle.
• Don't allow daily deliveries of mail, newspapers or
flyers to build up while you are away. Arrange with
the Post Office to hold your mail, or arrange for a
friend or neighbor to take them regularly.
• Arrange for your lawn to be mowed and yard
maintained if you are going away for an
extended time.
• Keep valuables well hidden or in a safe or bank
safe deposit box, especially when you go away
for a while. An investment in a safe can be a few
hundred to a thousand dollars depending on size,
but can save you many thousands of dollars and
the loss of precious memories. A safe is a great
place to maintain all critical papers, photos, and
guns. Also, if you are able, keep an electronic copy
of scanned photos and computer files in the safe.
Look at the fireproof rating when selecting a safe.
• Keep a personal inventory list of valuables with
replacement values. If possible, take photos of the
items and create an electronic copy to help with
any investigations and with insurance claims.
• Join or start a Neighborhood Watch. Call the
City of Cupertino and ask for someone to help
you get started. Let your neighbors know when
you are going to be away and ask them to look
out for suspicious activity. Any subjects or ve-
hicles observed on a residential block that are
unfamiliar to the area should be reported to the
Sheriff’s non-emergency line at 408.299.2311.
• If an unknown party or solicitor knocks on your
door, at least acknowledge their presence and
don’t ignore the ringing door bell. Burglars have
used solicitation as a means to determine if a res-
idence is unoccupied. Homeowners do not need
to open the door, but they should initiate some
form of verbal communication with the solicitor,
even if it’s through a closed door. A criminal will
be less prone to enter a home knowing that it is
currently occupied. Simply telling the person that
you are not interested is often sufficient. Addi-
tionally, solicitors are required to register with the
City to obtain a permit and must display iden-
tification. When in doubt about a solicitor, call
the Sheriff’s Office non-emergency number at
408.299.2311.
• Consider investing in a residential security
system for your home. There are many compa-
nies which install and monitor your home for a
monthly fee. You can also invest in a self-
installed system, which includes cameras and will
call your smart phone when a break-in is detected.
Motion activated lights also can help.
Remember this is not a complete list. Do your
own research and select improvements wisely.
Even if you follow all the suggestions above it is
not a guarantee you will not be burglarized. If you
are burglarized, call 911. Also, be a good neigh-
bor and report any suspicious activity around your
neighborhood, work or when out and about. Re-
member, law enforcement officers are not every-
where and need your help to stop criminals. They
are there to help you!
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 Ser-
vices (OES) at 408.777.3335, email OES@cuperti-no.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 communication 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, Sept 20th, 6pm-9pm, Campbell Community Center, 1 W. Campbell Ave, Campbell and Wed, Oct 19th, 6pm-9pm, Los Gatos Police Operations Building, 15900 Los Gatos Boulevard, Los Gatos. For Reg-
istration by e-mail, info@cnt.sccgov.org, (provide
your full name, e-mail address, phone number and
residential or work address in the West Valley), or
contact the Santa Clara County Fire Department
at 408.378.4010.
Find out about a Neighborhood Watch in your area and join .
If one doesn’t exist, start one .
If you do only one thing to prepare this month:
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Most of us are familiar with our local fire stations
near where we live, but up in the foothills and moun-
tains surrounding our valley a different kind of fire
fighting and emergency help often battles extreme
conditions and terrain to keep citizens and the en-
vironment safe. Here's is a little history of a group
formed 40 years ago that has helped protect and
preserve the wonderful watershed areas that valley
residents use to hike, bike, wine-taste; enjoy the
redwoods, creeks, wildlife, wild flowers and smells
of the forest and grasslands.
Recently, I spent a couple
of hours with fire chief John
Schafer of SCVFD - who is also
a childhood friend from back
in the day in old Monta Vista.
John and his wife, Lynne, have
lived on Montebello Ridge for
many years. Montebello Road
and Stevens Canyon Road are
difficult roads for large pieces
of fire fighting equipment to navigate. Back in 1976,
the residents of the ridge and canyon areas were ex-
periencing problems with speeding cars, drug and
alcohol related accidents, teens careening up and
down the narrow roads and fires from torched sto-
len cars being dumped in the steep canyons. At one
point years ago, the county pulled out 45 wrecked
cars from the bottom of near inaccessible terrain.
The residents were up in arms and decided to form
a volunteer fire department with the help of the
State Forestry Department. Schafer headed up the
group, with approximately 25-35 residents, who
trained every Sunday and Tuesday of each month.
Recertification for fire fighters can take 40 hours on
top of the normal required training. At the annu-
al fundraiser, volunteers raised money to buy non-
flammable clothing, safety helmets, boots and dis-
ability insurance to protect the fire fighters. They also
raised money to buy a fire truck - a small one at first.
The group now has three 4-wheel drive fire patrol
vehicles with full medical, fire fighting and rescue
capabilities. They also have a fire truck with a 750
gallon per minute flow rate and full medical, fire and
rescue equipment. The unpaid volunteers are now
certified by the State of California with the same
level capabilities as paid fire fighters. Volunteers are
capable of handling all aspects of fire fighting,
rescues, heart attacks, snake bites
and other emergency situations.
Several of the volunteers have AED
machines (Automated External
Defibrillator) on hand when calls
come in that require specialized
equipment which can mean the
difference between life and death,
as response time is crucial.
SCVFD volunteers help the Lion's
Club every year with the annual
Fish-A-Thon at Voss quarry for adults and children
with disabilities. In one past account of the event, a
person remarked how excited the guests became
when the fire truck showed up, "Sort of like seeing
Santa Claus in the off-season!"
On Sunday, September 11, SCVFD will host their
annual BBQ fundraiser at Camp Via West, located at
13851 Stevens Canyon Road. Tickets are available at
the door. The event runs from noon to 4 pm. BBQ
dinners are $18 for steak, $14 for chicken or veg-
etarian and $5 for children's hot dogs. Beer, wine,
soft drinks, water are extra. Save room for dessert.
There will be fun activities for children plus a silent
auction and raffle. Come support this great event
and the volunteers who work so hard to help keep
our beautiful mountain safe and the also the
people who enjoy it.
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Fire Department
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Cupertino
Education Fair“Education Myths & Realities”
On Saturday, September 24, the Cupertino
Chamber of Commerce, the City of Cupertino and
the Cupertino Library will host its First Annual
Cupertino Education Fair at Cupertino Community
Hall (10350 Torre Ave., Cupertino, CA) from
10 am - 4 pm, titled “Education Myths & Realities”.
The event will feature multiple speakers with
varied backgrounds discussing parenting skills,
teenage health & wellness, college admissions,
the new SAT, life after college, technology in
classrooms, etc. We will also have booths in the
courtyard for people to visit and learn more about
what is available in Cupertino. This will provide an
opportunity for organizations to showcase their
business and network with the community. Our
target audience is parents and children from K-12.
Please visit our webpage or call our office if you
would like to participate.
Cupertino-Chamber.org/event-calendar 408.252.7054
Simply Safe, continued from page 4
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 gradu-
ation. 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
September 12 - 28, Monday and Wednesdays,
6 - 9 pm with the final hands on and graduation
Saturday, Oct 1st, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm. All classes
will be held at Hillview Community Center, 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos. 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.
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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.
Children’s Garden
Explore our Children’s garden and then join us
for a craft at the Library courtyard on Tuesday,
September 13 at 3:30 pm.
Talk like a Pirate
Come to the Library for a special Pirate story-
time on Monday, September 19 at 4 pm. Visit
us the whole week for other Pirate activities for
school age children. Aaargghh!
Reading Buddies
Come read to a therapy animal! Children who
have completed kindergarten to 5th grade may
register in person at the Children’s Desk starting
August 15 for one of our September programs.
Tabletop Thursdays
Students in 3rd-8th grades are invited to play
board games on Thursday, September 22 at
4 pm. No registration is required but space is
limited so come early.
PROGRAMS FOR TEENS
Highly-Selective Admissions Seminar with Collegewise
Wednesday, September 14, 7 – 8:30 pm Library Story Room
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to
get into a school like Harvard? Collegewise
will tell you how schools like the Ivy Leagues,
Stanford, Northwestern and the rest of the
nation’s most selective colleges make decisions
from pools full of the most qualified applicants.
We’ll explain what those admitted students do
to set themselves apart from the rest of the
applicant pool, and we’ll reveal some College-
wise strategies to improve a student’s chances
of admission. Registration is required. Space
is limited. Online Registration begins at 10 am
on Thursday, September 1.
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
SAT Practice Test with FLEX PREP
Saturday, September 17, 10 am – 2 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
Be prepared for the college entrance test by
taking a fully proctored, FREE, SAT practice test
provided by Flex Prep. This is as close as you
will come to taking the SAT test, so get some
excellent practice and register for this test.
Online Registration begins at 10 am on
Thursday, September 1.
SAT vs. ACT Program with FLEX PrepWednesday, September 21, 7 - 8:15 pm
Library Story Room
If you have questions about the SAT versus the
ACT, then you must attend this free seminar!
Learn more about the two exams—what’s differ-
ent, what’s the same, and what ultimately works
for your benefit— in order to customize the best
test prep strategy possible for your student’s
college applications. Registration is required.
Space is limited. Online Registration begins on
Wednesday, September 7 at 10 am.
SAT Practice Test Review
Wednesday, September 28, 6:30 – 8 pm
Library Story Room
Get follow-up scores from Flex Prep’s SAT
Practice Test. Learn how raise test scores and
improve test taking strategies. Q & A session
will be included.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
Fall Performing Arts Series Brassview Quintet
Sponsored by the Cupertino Library Foundation
Saturday, September 3, 4 pm Cupertino Community Hall
The Brassview Quintet performs a range of
music from classical to jazz. Join them for an
educational concert of exciting brass music and
discussion of the various pieces and the different
instruments that they play.
San Jose Taiko
Saturday, September 24, 4:30 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
San Jose Taiko is returning to Cupertino. Formed
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.
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in 1973, the players compose their own music by
blending traditional Japanese drumming with
world rhythms in order to advance the taiko art
form through their own unique style. Come hear
the powerful, spellbinding sounds of the taiko.
Poetry Memoir Writing Class
Ann Muto, Cupertino Poet Laureate as of July 1,
continues the Poetry Memoir classes begun by
former Poet Laureate Amanda Williamsen.
Sessions are open to those 18+. The dates for the
Poetry Memoir Group sessions are listed below and
are held from 10:45 am - 12:15 pm in the Story Room
at the Library. October and November dates TBA.
Sept. 7 and 21
Topics addressed will include characters and
settings for participants’ memoir poems,
re-occurring subjects, the poet’s place in a
larger group or historical setting, as well as a
book-making experience. Each session will
provide time to write from given prompts, or
the challenge of a new poetic form, as well as
time to listen to one another in small groups.
To register for this class, please contact Ann
Muto at poetlaureate@cupertino.org
Chinese Book Discussion GroupThursday, September 8, 10 am - 12 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
The Cupertino Chinese Book Discussion Group
will discuss Dao Qian de Li Liang ( On Apology)
by Aaron Lazare. The discussion will be in
Mandarin. This program is generously sponsored
by the Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Keep Watching the Skies!
A film series Sponsored by the Cupertino
Library Foundation
You are invited to watch the films as they were
meant to be seen - blazing across the big screen -
and later participate in a lively post-show discus-
sion led by filmmaker and historian Mark Larson.
Location: Bluelight Cinemas, 21275 Stevens
Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
All showings are at 1:15 pm. on Thursdays.
Registration is free; seats are limited. Please
register at cupertinolibraryfoundation.org
• September 8: A Trip to the Moon (1903) and
More Georges Méliès Films!
• September 15: The Invisible Man (1933)
• September 22: The Thing (1951)
• September 29: Five Million Years to Earth (1967)
Master Gardener: Growing Onions and Garlic
Wednesday, September 14, 7 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
How often do recipes call for onions or garlic?
Would you like to grow your own? Though they
mature in the summer, they are best started in
the fall. Join UC Master Gardener Sue Zaslow
to learn how to select the best varieties for our
area. Learn to prepare the soil, when and how to
plant, grow, harvest and store them. There will
be time for a Q & A after the program.
Adult Book Discussion Group
Thursday, September 15, 7 pm
Cupertino Library Story Room
This drop-in book club meets the third Thursday
of every month. This month, the group will dis-
cuss The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins. The
book is an intricate psychological thriller about
a woman who becomes emotionally engaged in
a murder investigation resulting from what she
witnesses from the window of the train during
her daily commute. Sponsored by the Friends of
the Cupertino Library
Hatching a Nest Egg
Monday, September 19, 7 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
A certified financial planner will discuss the
transition from asset accumulation to retirement
distribution. Do you know from what account to
take distribution first in retirement, when to start
taking social security and how to make sure your
capital will last a lifetime? Get answers to these
questions and more.
November Ballot Propositions Pro & Con
Wednesday, September 21, 7 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
The League of Women Voters of Cupertino-
Sunnyvale offers clear unbiased information on
the state ballot measures that will appear on
the November ballot. For each measure we of-
fer a plain-language analysis of the measure
and its likely effects along with what supporters
and opponents are saying about it. Want to cut
through the hype without drowning in lawyer-
language? This is the talk for you!
Simple Steps for Starting Your Business
Cupertino Library Story Room
In partnership with Silicon Valley SCORE this mentor-
supported program gives new entrepreneurs &
small business owners the structure and support
they need to set their sights on the future. Broken
up into five sessions, the dates are listed below:
• Session 1 : Startup Basics – September 28
from 7 - 8:30 pm
• Session 2 - 5: Wednesdays in October
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adult 50 plus news | september
2016 MEMBERSHIPS
Membership includes access to Adult 50+
programs, trips, services, classes, socials, and
mailing 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 pro -
vides assistance to offset the cost for senior cen-
ter membership and registration for classes and
events. The program is available to June 30, or
until the funds are depleted. Please contact the
senior center for more details.
EVENTS & SOCIALS
September Social and Birthday Bash
Wednesday, September 14, 12 pm
Join us as we travel around the world for this in-
ternational lunch experience. Meal will include
caprese salad and chicken enchilada casserole,
followed by baklava for dessert. Members with
September birthdays will be honored. There is
a vegetarian option available; please indicate
when registering. Fee is $10 for members. Senior
guests pay $5 for a day pass.
Movie of the Month
Wednesday, September 28, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
His Girl Friday (1940) – Newspaper editor Walter
Burns does everything he can to keep his report-
er ex-wife, Hildy Johnson, from marrying Bruce
Baldwin and starting a new life with him in Albany.
Popcorn and lemonade will be served. Free for
members. Senior guests pay $5 for a day pass.
inAtalent Dance Performance
Tuesday, September 13, 4 - 5 pm
inAtalent is a group of young artists who have
joined talents in different areas of dancing and
singing to entertain their audiences. Their danc-
ing styles include Indian classical dances such as
Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Semi Classical and Folk/
Bollywood. Free for members. Senior guests pay
$5 for a day pass.
CLASSES & PRESENTATIONS
Moon Viewing at the Senior Center
Monday, September 12, 7:30 pm
Come out for a relaxing evening as we observe
the first quarter moon at the senior center. Using
a telescope, we’ll observe the lunar highlands,
mountains, and craters, to give you a new
appreciation for our closest neighbor in space.
Pre-registration is required. Fee is $4 for
members. Senior guests add a $5 day pass.
Intimacy, Sexuality and Healthy Aging
Tuesday, September 13, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
A common myth of aging is that older adults are
not interested in intimacy. Research debunks this
myth! Join us for a lively presentation and dis-
cussion with Vivian I. Silva, MSW. We will discuss
the importance of intimacy and enhancement of
health and the relationship to sexuality. Free for
members. Senior guests pay $5 for a day pass.
Total Body Workout
Wednesday, September 14 – November 2,
5:30 - 6:30 pm
Get a great workout with this all-in-one total body
class. There will be 20 minutes of low impact
aerobics followed by 20 minutes of free weights
targeting arms, abs, and core. The class will end
with 20 minutes of stretching that will help build
flexibility and strength. Fee is $37 for members.
Seasons of Our Lives
Thursday, September 15 - October 20,
1 - 2:30 pm
This group will focus on discussion regarding
any transitions and common challenges related
to retiring, moving, caregiving, divorcing, and
changes due to aging. Ask questions, brain-
storm solutions, and gain encouragement in a
supportive group environment. Free for mem-
bers. Senior guests pay $5 for a day pass.
Women and Aging
Tuesday, September 20, 1 - 2:30 pm
Learn how being a female can impact the
aging process. Vivian I. Silva is a facilitator of
support groups and a Geriatric Care Manager.
She has taught ‘Women in the 2nd Half of Life’
at San Jose State University. Free for members.
Senior guests pay $5 for a day pass.
Age Well, Drive Smart
Wednesday, September 21, 9 am - 1 pm
This class is presented by the California High-
way Patrol. Topics to be discussed include myths
about older drivers, compensating for age-relat-
ed changes, rules of the road, safe driving tips,
and much more. Participants will receive a cer-
tificate upon completion, which some insurance
companies will accept for a discount. Free for
members. Senior guests pay $5 for a day pass.
Cooking with Suzanne
Wednesday, September 28, 10 am - 1:30 pm
Cookbook Author, Sommelier and International
Chef, Suzanne is inviting you for a creative
French dinner party to create a memorable
event for your family and guests. Chef Suzanne
will guide you with techniques and cultural facts
to create your own party at home with French
Watercress Soup, Sole Filets Veronique poached
in wine and served in a Muscat grape sauce,
Garlic and Truffle Potatoes, and an authentic
mouthwatering Normandy Apple Tart with
Almonds. She will also guide you to the perfect
wine pairing with each dish. Fee is $55 for members.
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adult 50 plus news | september 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.
Opera San Jose and Original Joe’s, $99
Wednesday, September 7
Englebert Humperdinck, $124
Sunday, September 18
Exploring Gems of Santa Cruz, $86
Wednesday, September 28
San Francisco Fleet Week, $128
Friday, October 7, 2016
The Art and Evolution of the Guitar, $98
Friday, October 14
Pumpkin Farm Tour and Sam’s Chowder House, $92
Wednesday, October 19
The Lion King, $146
Thursday, November 3
Lumination: A Spectacular Celebration of Light, $86
Sunday, November 6
Cirque Du Soliel presents LUZIA, $139
Friday, November 18
Holiday Poinsettias and Cheese Tour, $87
Tuesday, November 29
Beautiful Berkeley with Gary, $129
Wednesday, December 7
A Chanticleer Christmas at the Santa Clara Mission, $149
Thursday, December 22
SFMOMA - San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, $94
Tuesday, January 10
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Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Email: seniorcntr@cupertino .org
Website: cupertino .org/senior
TOURS
Crystal Cruise on the Panama Canal
October 30 - November 16, 2016
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
milestone in their cruising careers. Experience
the marvel of a Panama Canal transit aboard
the Crystal Symphony, one of the most
spacious cruise ships at sea. In addition to the
Canal transit, you will experience everything
from eco-excursions in tropical destinations
like Caldera, Costa Rica and Puerto Quetzal,
Guatemala 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. Member Cost: $7,195
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.
September 5, 6 & 9Zen - A show describing the history and practice
of Zen in the United States.
September 12, 13 & 16Korean Veterans: A Thank You - We interview two
Korean War veterans and thank all who served.
September 19, 20 & 23Pool Therapy in Spinal Cord Injury - Learn
about the benefits of an aquatic program which
aids rehabilitation after a traumatic injury. A
reminder that September is Spinal Cord Injury
Awareness month.
September 26, 27 & 30Depression and Anxiety Disorders - Dr. Saad
Shakir discusses mental disorders of depression
and anxiety.
The Better Part TV shows are produced by a
class at the Cupertino Senior Center. If you
would like to learn how to make TV shows, call
the Senior Center for information, 408.777.3150
COMING IN 2017 -STAY TUNED!
Southern Charm & Canadian Rockies by Train
SOCIAL SERVICES
Volunteer Nurse – Blood Pressure ChecksMonday, September 12, 26, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Tuesday, September 6, 20, 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP)Monday, September 12, 26, 1 - 3 pm
Consultation on Medicare and health insurance.
Please call 408.777.3150 to make an appointment.
HousingMonday, September 19, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
A list of housing resources and contact infor-
mation are provided to help you independently
search for housing. Please call 408.777.3150 to
make an appointment.
Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA)Friday, September 2, 16, 23, 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
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.
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. A Case Manager is also available
by appointment. Cantonese/Mandarin available.
Caregiver Support GroupThursday, September 8, 3 - 4:30 pm
Provides a safe place for family caregivers to
share their experiences and challenges. Join our
circle of support.
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Citywide Garage Sale Is Almost Here!
Cupertino's annual Citywide
Garage Sale will be held September
17 and 18 at individual homes and
other private locations throughout
the city. All residents and
community organizations are
invited to register online at the
City’s website, cupertino.org/garagesale, now
through September 2. If you do not have access to
a computer, call 408.777.3354 to register or to
request a garage sale “how-to” booklet. All regis-
tered sellers will receive free advertising. Look for
maps and lists of sales at City facilities starting
September 14. If you’re not selling, check out some
of the sales in your neighborhood and do some
treasure hunting. Reuse, repurpose, and have
fun shopping!
Clean a Creek! Saturday, September 17
The City of Cupertino is
hosting a community creek
cleanup on Saturday, Sep-
tember 17, from 9 am to
noon at Creekside Park,
10455 Miller Avenue,
Cupertino. Volunteers and
City staff will clean up areas surrounding Calabazas
Creek, which runs along Creekside Park. Gloves,
trash grabbers, and other tools will be provided.
Volunteers are encouraged to dress for safety;
wear old shoes, rain boots or equivalent, long
sleeves, long pants, and sunscreen. Free refresh-
ments will be offered. This event is a fun, family-
friendly way to help clean up our local environ-
ment! Register at cleanacreek.org or contact
the City at 408.777.3354.
Backyard Composting WorkshopSaturday, September 24
Learn how to transform your food scraps
into nutritious compost for your garden
by attending a free backyard compost-
ing workshop on Saturday, September
24, 10 am - 12 pm at Cupertino’s Envi-
ronmental Education Center at McClellan Ranch
Preserve, 22221 McClellan Rd. Register online with
the County of Santa Clara Home Coposting
Program at ucanr.edu/hcep. Cupertino residents
may request a free backyard compost bin (limit 1
per household) after attending a class. Contact environmental@cupertino.org with your name and
address to have your bin delivered to your home.
Environmental Recycling & Document
Shredding DaySaturday, October 8
Free up space in your home by taking your old,
confidential documents, dated clothes, and
broken electronics to Environmental Recycling
and Document Shredding Day, held on Saturday,
October 8th, 9 am - 1 pm in De Anza College’s
Parking Lot A. Accepted items are:
• Electronic waste (computers, monitors and printers)
• Universal waste (batteries, cell phones, CFLs and
fluorescent tubes)
• Reusable furniture (not dirty, stained, or torn)
• Clothing
• Residential documents (for confidential onsite
shredding; two box limit)
Please note: NO paint, toxic chemicals, or
mattresses accepted.
Proof of Cupertino residency required to use this
drop-off. Questions on what’s accepted at the
event? Contact Recology at 408.725.4020.
Mobile Food Pantry Rolling into the
West Valley this Fall
There are more than 22,000 individuals and families
living in poverty in the west valley region, and West
Valley Community Services (WVCS) is launching
a brand new effort to get them the food and sup-
portive services they need: Community Services
on Wheels.
Community
Services on Wheels
is a mobile social
service agency,
providing a food
pantry, emergency
financial assistance,
supportive services, and referrals to homeless and
low-income residents of Saratoga, Los Gatos, and
West San Jose. The mobile unit will begin opera-
tions this fall, and through a partnership with CSA
Mountain View, will expand outreach efforts to
residents of Mountain View, Los Altos, and Los Altos
Hills later this year.
This initiative was championed by Supervisor Joe
Simitian, and unanimously approved by the Santa
Clara County Board of Supervisors in June.
"The simplest way to describe it is, it’s a bookmobile
for groceries,” said Simitian, “but it’s so much
more than that. It’ll bring food, services, and
support to the folks who need it most, right there
in their own communities. We’re blessed to have
such exceptional supportive services in this county,
but for seniors or low income residents who can’t get
reliable transportation, those services are essentially
unavailable. This will bring those essential programs
to the folks who need them most, in places they
can get to.”
West Valley Community Services, Inc. (WVCS) is
a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, community-based agency
that has been providing direct assistance and
referral services to the West Valley communities
of Santa Clara County for over 40 years. Founded
in 1973, WVCS provides a continuum of basic
needs, family support services and housing
services including: information and referrals, food
pantry, clothing, transitional housing, affordable
housing, financial assistance, family support and
case management services. Our service area com-
prises seven zip codes in Cupertino, Los Gatos,
Saratoga, West San Jose, and the surrounding
mountain regions. Want to get involved?
Volunteer with WVCS and help set-up the mobile
pantry to get more food and supportive services
to families in need. For more information, visit
us online at wvcommunityservices.org.
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League of Women Voters Forums
The League of Women
Voters of Cupertino-
Sunnyvale is hosting two
evenings of candidate
forums to give Cupertino voters a chance to
meet candidates on their November ballots
and hear them address issues of importance
to residents.
School Board Candidate Forums Thursday, September 22, 7 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
Cupertino City Council Candidate Forum
Monday, September 26, 7 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
Do you have questions you’d like the
candidates to answer at the forums? If so,
please email your questions in advance
to the League of Women Voters at
CandidateQuestions@cs.ca.lwvnet.org .
For each question, indicate whether
it pertains to the Cupertino City
Council or a particular school board.
November Ballot Propositions Pro & Con
Wednesday, September 21, 7 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
The League of Women Voters of Cupertino-
Sunnyvale presents unbiased information on
state propositions on the November ballot. We
offer plain-language analysis of each measure
and its likely effects along with what supporters
and opponents are saying. Want to cut through
the hype without drowning in lawyer-language?
Local Ballot Measures Pro & Con Wednesday, September 28, 7 pm
Cupertino Community Hall
The League of Women Voter of Cupertino-
Sunnyvale explains the local measures Cupertino
voters will see on their November ballots: a
county bond to support affordable housing, a
countywide sales tax for transportation projects,
and two city initiatives on the Vallco project.
2016 Bicycle Transportation
Plan Moving Ahead!
By Pete Heller, Bicycle Pedestrian Commissioner
Thanks to the Cupertino City Council, we have a
new Bike Plan including funding to get it imple-
mented! This is a big step forward for the city. The
plan’s #1 goal is providing residents with a safe and
convenient alternative to auto transportation. The
bicycling infrastructure additions and improvements
will enhance residents’ lives through greater acces-
sibility to the healthy activity of riding bicycles
for their intra-city transportation needs. Doing so will
also help reduce street congestion, fossil fuel con-
sumption, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions.
The 2016 Bike Plan provides a blueprint for ex-
panded and improved bicycle infrastructure
throughout the city. The plan addresses all age
groups and use cases. Specific focuses are get-
ting kids safely to/from school, getting adults to/
from work, enabling seniors to run errands, and
family recreation.
The plan provides for:
• Low stress citywide bicycling network for East-
West and North-South connectivity
• Physical separation between autos and bicycles
on key arteries including Stevens Creek,
McClellan, Stelling, and Blaney. (These are
known as Class IV bikeways.)
• Expanding the already strong Safe Routes to
School program (SR2S)
• Primarily off-street loop circling the city
• Bike pathways and boulevards for neighborhood-
to-neighborhood rides
• Increased bicycling education and enforcement
The development of the 2016 Bike Plan was a
community effort. It was formed by many indi-
viduals and groups throughout Cupertino, such
as Walk Bike Cupertino. Citizens have actively
participated in the Bicycle Pedestrian Commis-
sion (BPC) meetings and in the two community
input meetings.
The 2016 Cupertino Bicycle Transportation Plan
is available on the city’s website at: www.cuper-
tino.org/index.aspx?recordid=1547&page=26
And, walkers, never fear! The BPC hasn’t forgot-
ten you. Our next assignment is developing the
2017 Cupertino Pedestrian Plan. As always, the
BPC welcomes your input and suggestions.
Cupertino High School Grad Night
Help Goodwill. Help our planet!
Dates: Saturday, Sept. 17, 3 - 7 pm
Sunday, Sept. 18, 11 am -5 pm
Location: Cupertino High School Band Parking
Lot, 10100 Finch Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014
Your donation is tax deductible and we will provide a receipt
at drop off. We will happily accept:
Books • Household Items • Clothing • Shoes • Accessories
• Toys • E-Waste • Computer Monitors • Audio & Stereo
Equip • Video Cameras • Fax & Copy Machines • Hard
Drives & Parts • VCRs & DVD Players • Telephones • Video
Game Consoles • Cell Phones & Other Wireless Devices
We CANNOT accept:
Furniture • Food • Large Appliances • Construction Debris
• Carpet • Liquids • Automobile Parts (lumber, concrete,
bricks, etc.) • Weapons • Chemicals • Medical or Pet Items
• Items weighing more than 50 pounds
Goodwill Fundraising Drive
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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 tinyurl.com/cupmmtm
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
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
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
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
Embroiders' 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
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 PG&E 10900 N. Blaney Avenue,
Cupertino, CA 95014 408-725-2011 http://tandem.toasmastersclubs.
org/
Macintalkers Toastmasters*5:30 pm Apple Computer, 1 Infinite
Loop
macintalkers.com
vppr@macintalkers.com
Cupertino Rotary Club*12 pm 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
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
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA*10 am - 1:30 pm Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 www.hssus.org
Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 pm 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 oddfellowscupertino70.org
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Al-ANON Family Group*5 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 10181
Finch Ave., Fireside Room
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Cupertino Kiwanis*12 pm 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*12 pm The Blue Pheasant
Cupertino Sr. TV Production*9:30 am Senior Center 408.252.2667
SEPT CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL
SEPT 1 Environmental Review Committee (Conf Rm. C) 9:30 am
SEPT 1 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm C.) 5 pm
SEPT 1 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall) 7 pm
SEPT 6 City Council Meeting (Community Hall) *** 6:45 pm
SEPT 7 Library Commission (Conf. Rm. C)7 pm
SEPT 7 Technology, Info & Communication Comm. (Conf. Rm. A) 7 pm
SEPT 8 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C)9 am
SEPT 8 Administrative Hearing meeting (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
SEPT 8 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)6 pm
SEPT 13 Planning Commission (Community Hall) *** 6:45 pm
SEPT 14 Teen Commission Meeting (Quinlan Community Center) 6 pm
SEPT 15 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 9:30 am
SEPT 15 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
SEPT 15 Sustainability Commission (McClellan Ranch Environmental Education Center)4 pm
SEPT 20 City Council Meeting (Community Hall) *** 6:45 pm
SEPT 21 Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. C)7 pm
SEPT 22 Administrative Hearing Meeting (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm
SEPT 26 Fine Arts Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
SEPT 27 Planning Commission (Community Hall) *** 6:45 pm
SEPT 28 Teen Commission (Quinlan Community Center)6 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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Submit information about clubs and organizations meeting in Cupertino to City Clerk, City of Cupertino,
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.
Biking Safety Tip #1
(Taking the lane)
Drivers are required to make right turns starting close to the curb.
Most do not do so but turn instead from the driving lane. Drivers should
maneuver in front of a bicyclist if this can be done safely or behind if not.
The Right Hook can happen from a complete stop at a corner or while in
motion. The only defense for a bicyclist is to be on the lookout for this.
Listen/watch for a driver rapidly slowing down on your left and/or
crowding you as you approach a corner and hang back if necessary.
See our web site for additional bicycling tips and information:
walkbikecupertino.org.
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REGULAR MEETING, MONDAY, JUNE 6, 2016Council Members Present: Chang, Vaidhyanathan, Paul, and Wong Council Members Absent: Sinks
Received the presentation (Sinks absent)
Approved the minutes (Sinks absent)
Approved the minutes (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-052 accepting Accounts Payable for the
period ending April 1, 2016 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-052 accepting Accounts Payable for the
period ending April 8, 2016 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-052 accepting Accounts Payable for the
period ending April 15, 2016 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-052 accepting Accounts Payable for the
period ending April 22, 2016 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-052 accepting Accounts Payable for the
period ending April 29, 2016 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-052 accepting Accounts Payable for the
period ending May 6, 2016 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-058 accepting the City Manager’s Third
Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2015-2016 to: 1. Approve de-
creased budget appropriations of $4,419,615 for the Capital Project and
Enterprise Funds. 2. Approve increased budget appropriation of $50,000
in transfers out from the General Fund to the Public Affairs Information
Technology Budget. 3. Approve increased budget appropriations of
$24,000 for traffic calming along Rodrigues Ave. and Pacifica Dr. 4. Ap-
prove increased budget appropriations of $200,000 in the Compensated
Absence Fund. 5. Approve increased appropriations of $30,000 in the
City Hall Building Maintenance (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-059 calling a General Municipal Election on
November 8, 2016 to fill two City Council Seats (Sinks absent)
Authorized the Mayor to execute Letters of Intent establishing
Friendship Cities in China, People’s Republic of China (Chongqing,
Changzhou, Nanjing, Hefei, Hangzhou, Kunming, Huangshan, Shang-
hai, Wuhan) and Taiwan, Republic of China (Hsinchu County, Taipei,
Taichung) (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-060 declaring brush to be a public nui-
sance and potential fire hazard and setting the hearing date for June
21 (Sinks absent)
Accepted the monetary donations that will be used for the Case Manage-
ment Program’s Client Emergency Fund (Sinks absent)
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control of the Application Beverage License for 7 ELEVEN, INC.,
21490 McClellan Road (Store #2366) (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-061 establishing a Special Project Budget
for the Planning and Community Development – Current Planning and
Public Works Traffic Engineering Programs for costs related to Apple
Pass thru revenues for Fiscal Year 2016-17 (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No 16-062 establishing an operating budget and
capital budget for Fiscal Year 2016-17 with the following amendments:
$750 for Iranian Federated Women’s Club Persian Solstice; $15,000 for
Deer Hollow Farm (Sinks absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-063 establishing an Appropriation Limit for
Fiscal Year 2016-17 (Sinks absent)
Received the Certification of Sufficiency for the Vallco Town Center
Specific Plan Initiative Petition submitted by proponents Vicky Tsai and
Judy Wilson and provided direction to receive the 9212 Report on July
6 at 6:45 Pm (Sinks absent)
Council Members highlighted the activities of their Committees and
various community events (Sinks absent)
REGULAR MEETING, MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2016Special MeetingCouncil Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan, Paul, Wong Council Members Absent: Chang
Gave Direction
Presented the Commendations (Chang absent)
Removed the item from the Agenda (Chang absent)
Approved the minutes (Chang absent)
Accepted the report, approved title changes, re-classifications, new clas-
sifications, new classification and deleted classification effective July 1, 2016;
adopted Resolution 16-064 amending the Unrepresented Employees’
Compensation Program and Salary Schedule; approved budget adjustments
to the FY 2016-17 Final Budget as described in the Fiscal Impact Section of this
report (Chang absent)
Accepted the Bicycle Pedestrian Commission (BPC) Recommendation to
appoint Gary Jones to the VTA BPAC for a two-year term beginning July 1,
2016 (Chang absent)
Opposed the Governor’s By-Right Housing Proposal and authorized the
Mayor to send Letters of Opposition to State Legislative Leaders along with
our State Delegation (Paul abstaining and Chang absent)
Authorized the City Manager to amend the Lease Agreement with Friends
of Stevens Creek Trail at McClellan Ranch Preserve for the period extending
through June 30, 2017 (Chang absent)
Authorized the City Manager to amend the Lease Agreement with Santa
Clara Valley Audubon Society at McClellan Ranch Preserve for the period
extending through June 30, 2017 (Chang absent)
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic Bever-
age Control of the Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for LANS
GARDEN RESTAURANT, 19634 Stevens Creek Boulevard (Chang absent)
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic Bever-
age Control of the Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for SIZZLING
GOURMET, INC., 19541 Richwood Drive (Chang absent)
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage
Control of the Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for WAC KITCHEN,
LLC (DBA THE YARD), 10235 S. De Anza Boulevard (Chang absent)
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic Bever-
age Control of the Application for Alcoholic Beverage License for CDUBB
RESTAURANT VENTURES, LLC (DBA COCONUT FISH CAFE), 20010
Stevens Creek Boulevard (Chang absent)
Cancelled the Special Meeting of July 6, and will consider all items related
to the Vallco Town Center Specific Plan Initiative, including Elections Code
Section 9212 Report and whether to place the Initiative on the ballot, at the
July 5, 2016 meeting (Chang absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-065 approving Development Permit DP-2015-04
and adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration EA-2015-03 (Chang absent)
Adopted Resolution No 16-066 approving Architectural and Site Approval
ASA-2015-13 (Chang absent)
Adopted Resolution NO. 16-067 approving Use Permit U-2015-05 (Chang
absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-068 approving Tree Removal Permit TR-2015-21
with direction to have the city arborist review tree transplant candidates and
have staff check with County and Mid-Peninsula and similar organizations to
see if they have programs to accept tree transplants (Chang absent)
Conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 16-2144: “An ordinance of the Cu-
pertino City Council approving a development agreement by and between the
City of Cupertino and IAC at Cupertino LLC for the Hamptons Project located at
19500 Pruneridge Avenue” with an amendment to the allocation for BMR units
as follows: 7 units for low income and 30 units for moderate income and direc-
tion to bring back monetary difference a the second reading (Chang absent)
Adopted Resolution No. 16-069 denying the Petition, which does not meet
the requirements of Cupertino Municipal Code (CMC) Section 2.08.09 (Paul
NO and Chang absent)
Accepted the Joint Cities Coordinated Stevens Creek Trail Feasibility Study
with modification to the recommendation on 3B follows: “Reach out proac-
tively to agencies such as Caltrans, VTA, & Union Pacific Railroad to express
that bicycle and pedestrian access to and across the highway and through
the interchange area is a community priority; discourage any modifications
that may limit future improvements; & raise awareness of the shared goal
to close the gap in Stevens Creek Trail between Cupertino and Mountain
View” (Wong Recusing and Chang absent)
Approved a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the 2016 Cupertino Bicycle
Transportation plan; Adopted Resolution No. 16-070 adopting the 2016
Cupertino Bicycle Plan with the following amendments (Wong Recusing and
Chang absent):
• Revised language to the plan per the supplemental report desk item
• Advised Staff to prioritize east west connection across town using
McClellan and Pacifica and associated street networks
• Moved Goal 3 to Goal 1
Removed the item from the Agenda (Chang absent)
Highlighted the activities of their committees and various community
events (Chang absent)
Adjourned the meeting after a moment of silence for Orlando shooting
victims to a closed session on Monday, June27
SPECIAL MEETING (CLOSED SESSION) AND REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, JULY 5, 2016Special MeetingCouncil Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan, Paul, and Wong Council Members Absent: None
Gave direction
Gave direction
No action was taken
Regular MeetingCouncil Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan, Paul, and Wong Council Members Absent: None
Reported out from the Closed Session of June 27
No action was taken
Presented the Proclamation
Presented Commendations
Approved the minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 16-071 to reserve $3,672,000 from the City’s Af-
fordable Housing Fund to assist in the potential development of Affordable
Senior Housing at 19160 Stevens Creek Boulevard in the City of Cupertino;
and to make findings required by the California Environmental Quality Act
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Good Shepherd Christian School
940 S Stelling Rd
Mariaes Haircare Studio 15
20540 Stevens Creek Blvd
Phuong Dao
1655 S De Anza Blvd Ste 3
Oren's Hummus Cupertino LLC
19419 Stevens Creek Blvd
Ste 100
Genji Sushi STC
20955 Stevens Creek Blvd
Welcome New BusinessesAuthorized the City Manager to award and execute a construction
contract with O’Grady Paving, Inc. in the amount of $373,100 and
approve a construction contingency of $37,000 for a total of $410,000
Conducted the second reading (Chang voting NO) and Enacted
Ordinance No. 16-2144: “An ordinance of the City of Cupertino City
Council approving a Develop Agreement by and between the City
of Cupertino and IAC at Cupertino LLC for the Hamptons Project
located at 19500 Pruneridge Avenue” (Chang voting NO)
1) Authorized a payment of $146,128 to Recology Cupertino from
the Resource Recovery Fund 520-81-801; and 2) Adopted Resolution
No. 16-072 establishing a Maximum Rate Schedule which includes
an increase of 5.28% in Non-residential/Multi-family and Compactor
Garbage and Compostable Materials customers effective July 1, 2016
1) Received the Staff Report on Current Regional Drought Actions;
and 2) Adopted Resolution No. 16-073 adopting 2016-2017 Regula-
tions restricting water use; and 3) Adopted Resolution No. 16-074
authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute a Memoran-
dum of Understanding (MOU) with the District in an amount of up to
$115,000 for a Landscape Conversion Rebate Program.
Conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 16-2145: “An Ordi-
nance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino amending Section
11.27.145 of the Cupertino Municipal Code relating to Designation
of Preferential Parking Zones” on Hammond Way on Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays between the hours of 7 am and 4 pm
Gave direction to the City Manager to send a letter to the Midpeninsula
Regional Open Space District and to the County of Santa Clara Board
of Supervisors to request additional parking at Rancho San Antonio
County Park; and gave direction to the City Manager to review the
Cristo Rey Drive roundabout for the potential safety improvements
1) Received the report on the impacts of proposed initiative and
adopted Resolution No. 16-075 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 (Paul voting NO); and 2) Directed the City Elections
Official to transmit the initiative to the City Attorney for preparation of
impartial analysis per the Draft Resolution
(Paul voting NO); and 3) Did not authorize City Council Members, or
the Council as a whole, to submit ballot arguments against the Initiative
(deleting Section 11 of the Draft Resolution).
Designated Vice Mayor Savita Vaidhyanathan as the voting delegate and
Council Member Gilbert Wong as alternate for the League of California
Annual Conference, October 5-7, Long Beach.
This item was not heard
Council Members highlighted the activities of their Committees and
various community events.
SPECIAL MEETING (CLOSED SESSION) AND REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016Special MeetingCouncil Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan, Paul, and Wong Council Members Absent: None
Gave direction to staff
Gave direction
Gave direction to staff
Regular MeetingCouncil Members Present: Sinks, Chang, Vaidhyanathan, Paul, and WongCouncil Members Absent: None
Reported out from the Closed Session of July 11
Gave direction to Staff
Assistant Sheriff Ken Binder introduced Captain Rich Urena as the new
captain of the West Valley Division serving Cupertino
Received update and gave direction to staff
Presented video
Approved the minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending May 13, 2016
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending May 20, 2016
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending May 27, 2016
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending June 3, 2016
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending June 10, 2016
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending June 17, 2016
Adopted Resolution No. 16-076 accepting Accounts Payable for the
week ending June 24, 2016
Accepted the Treasurer’s Investment Report for the quarter ending
December 31, 2015
Accepted the Treasurer’s Investment Report for the quarter ending
March 31, 2015
Approved revisions to the Silicon Valley Regional Interoperability
Authority Joint Power Authority to add a new member, the Santa
Clara Valley Transportation Authority
Adopted Resolution No. 16-083 approving the destruction of records
from the City Clerk, City Manager, Human Resources, Public Works,
and Recreation & Community Services (Quinlan Community Center
and Senior Center) Departments
Accepted resignation of Public Safety Commissioner Bob Cascone
and directed Staff to fill unscheduled vacancy; and set an Application
Deadline of 4:30 pm on Friday, September 9, 2016 and an interview
date of Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Authorized City Manager to negotiate and execute contract with Dan
Gertmanian for Math Olympiad Program and Chess Instruction for
period July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control of the Application for Alcoholic Beverage License
for HUSDOW, INC (DBA RED HOT WOK), 10074 E. Estates Drive
Recommended approval to the California Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control of the Application for Alcoholic Beverage License
for OREN'S HUMMUS CUPERTINO, LLC (DBA OREN'S HUMMUS
SHOP), 19419 Stevens Creek Boulevard, #100
Authorized the City Manager to award and execute a contract with
Spencon Construction, Inc., in the amount of $56,182, for a total of
$2,000,000
Conducted the second reading and enacted Ordinance No. 16-2145:
“An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino amending
Section 11.27.145 of the Cupertino Municipal Code relating to Desig-
nation of Preferential Parking Zones” on Hammond Way on Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays between the hours of 7 am and 4 pm
Conducted the second reading and enacted Ordinance No. 16-2146:
“An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino amending
Section 11.27.145 of the Cupertino Municipal Code relating to Des-
ignation of Preferential Parking Zones” on Oak Valley Road, Juniper
Court, Sycamore Drive and Black Oak Way on Saturdays, Sundays and
holidays between the hours of 7 am and 4 pm
Did not cancel the Regular Meeting of December 6 and called a
Special Meeting for December 8 to receive the Certification of Elec-
tion Results from the November 8 General Municipal Election and
Conduct the Swearing-In Ceremony
Conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 16-2147: “An Ordi-
nance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino amending Section
11.27.145 of the Cupertino Municipal Code relating to Designation
of Preferential Parking Zones” on Canyon Oak Way on Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays between the hours of 7 am and 4 pm
Adopted Resolution No. 16-084 amending the Policy and Procedures Manual
for Administering Deed-Restricted Affordable Housing Units (Below Market
Rate (BMR) Manual) with modification regarding conflict of interest and two lev-
els of appeal (First Level Executive Director of West Valley Community Services
(WVCS) and/or Director of Community Development and Second Level City
Council provided additional direction to Staff) to populate the income
tables in the manual and give that information to Council via items of
interest, and bring information back to Council regarding preferences for teachers and other public employees after the Housing Commission
Meeting on August 11 (Vaidhyanathan voting NO)
Authorized: 1. Staff to develop a process for the review and
processing of requests for single-story overlay districts in single-
family residential (R-1) zones (including guidelines and Related
Zoning Ordinance Amendment); and 2. Budget Amendment for $10,000 (Vaidhyananthan abstaining)
Directed Staff to research and bring resolution to Council
regarding banning clear-cutting of forests
Council Members highlighted the activities of their Committees
and various community events
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