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HomeMy WebLinkAboutScene April 2014 - 04.01.2014Cherry Blossom Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Big Bunny 5K Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Cupertino Day at Blackberry Farm . . . . . . . . . .3 International Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Simply Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Roots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Cupertino Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 Childrens’ Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Adult, Teen and Family Programs . . . . . . .6-7 Mary Avenue Dog Park Dedication . . . . . . . . .7 General Plan Amendment & Housing Element Update Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Adult 50 Plus News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 Adult 50 Plus Programs/Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Eco News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Free Compost Available Now . . . . . . . . . .10 Environmental Recycling Day . . . . . . . . . .10 Keep Our Creeks Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Harm to Wildlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Water Wise Gardening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Save Water: Xeriscape Your Landscape . . . . . 11 Community Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13 City Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Council Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 The Better Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Teen Commission Vacancy Notice . . . . . . . . .15 Sunnyvale-Cupertino Adult Education . . . . . .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 XXXVII no.3 | april 2014 Big Bunny 5K April 19, 2014, Cupertino Civic Center The start of spring signals the time for the annual Big Bunny Fun Run, an event that celebrates our positive, healthy, and connected community. – see details on page 3 – see details on page 2 Cherry Blossom Festival Blooms in Cupertino’s Memorial Park The Cupertino-Toyokawa Sister City Committee is sponsoring the 31st annual Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27, 2014. Celebrate Cupertino Day at Blackberry Farm May 3, 2014, 10 am - 6 pm, 21979 San Fernando Avenue – see details on page 3 happenings in cupertino This family festival honors Cupertino’s sister city relationship with Toyokawa, Japan. Hours are from 10 am to 5 pm and admission is FREE. The festival offers a wide selection of Japanese food and beverages, entertain- ment, demonstrations, cultural exhibits, art, crafts and clothing for sale. A special children’s section will feature activities, hands-on arts & crafts, and a petting zoo. Indoor cultural displays and demonstrations will be featured in the Quinlan Community Center. This year, we feature a Japanese Speech Contest conducted by NSG Colleges USA. The contest will take place at 10 am on Saturday, with the grand prize of a trip to Japan to participate in an International-level speech contest. Outdoor entertainment is held at the Amphithe- ater and includes Taiko drum groups, Japanese dancers, various martial arts, and musical perfor- mances take place throughout the day. The event includes activities for children includ- ing, a petting zoo, koi fish, and Akita and Shiba Inu dogs will be shown on the lawn behind the food court. Food and drink include sushi, spam musubi, gyoza, chicken salad, yakisoba, mochi, teriyaki chicken rice bowl, shave ice, fruit bowl, coffee, smoothies, beer, sake, plum wine, sodas, lemonade, and cotton candy. For more information about this event visit www.cupertinotoyokawa.org. Cherry Blossom Festival, continued from page 1 2014 Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival Program Memorial Park Amphitheater Saturday April 26, 2014 11 am Opening Remarks - Bill Nishimoto, Master of Ceremonies 11:05 am Sunnyvale Suzuki Violinist (children’s group) 11:35 am Maikaze Taiko (Japanese drums) 12:10 pm Welcome Remarks and Introduction of Honored Guests, Honorable visiting dignitaries, the 2014 CUSD student delegation and chaperones 12:35 pm The Fine Arts Commission: “Honoring and Building Community” 12:40 pm San Jose Taiko (Japanese ceremonial drums) 1:25 pm Yu-Ai-Kai Karaoke/Dance Group 1:50 pm Satsuma Dojo (karate, art of self - defense) 2:20 pm Northern California Naginata Federation (martial arts) 2:50 pm Cupertino Judo Club (Olympic sport since 1964) 3:20 pm Aikido of Silicon Valley (classical martial art) 3:50 pm Halau Na Wai Ola/Island Moves (hula) 4:10 pm Watsonville Taiko (Japanese ceremonial drums) 4:50 pm Closing Remarks - Bill Nishimoto, M.C. Sunday April 27, 2014 11 am Opening Remarks - Bill Nishimoto, Master of Ceremonies 11:05 am JKR Okaigan Dojo (children’s karate) 11:30 am Palo Alto Kendo (fencing) 12 pm Western Aikido Yosho Kai (martial art “Way of Harmony”) 12:30 pm Stanford Taiko (Japanese ceremonial drums) 1:15 pm Kodenkan Jujitsu Dojo (Japanese martial art) 1:45 pm Azama Honryu Seifu Ichisenkai Mototake Kinuko Okinawan Dance Academy 2:10 pm Cupertino Judo Club (Olympic Sport since 1964) 2:40 pm Aikido of Silicon Valley (classical martial art) 3:10 pm Okinawa Eisa Shima - Daiko (Okinawan dance and drum) 3:30 pm Emeryville Taiko Group (Japanese ceremonial drums) 4:15 pm Closing Remarks - Bill Nishimoto M.C. Indoor Program Quinlan Community Center Saturday April 26, 2014 10 am NSG Colleges Japanese Speech Contest 11:30 am Aloha Nani Hula Dancers 12 pm Kiyonomoto Ryu (Japanese classical dance) 12:45 pm Nijikko Club (Japanese children dance group) 1:20 pm NSG Colleges Japanese Speech Contest – Award presentation 1:45 pm Shirley Kazuyo Muramoto Koto Studio (Japanese instrumental ensemble) 2:50 pm Aikido of San Jose (martial art) 3:30 pm Wesley Ukulele Band 4:10 pm Mixed Chorus Kakehashi Sunday April 27, 2014 11:30 am Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration 12 pm Japanese Art & Cultural Center (martial arts) Karate (Yushin - juku), Kendo (Yushin - juku) & Kyudo (Japanese Archery) 12:50 pm Essence – Shakuhachi (Japanese flute) ensemble 1:30 pm Studio Mai (Japanese traditional dance) 2:10 pm Shamisen Fujimoto Hideki - Kai and Students (Japanese traditional music) 2:45 pm Yamato Buyo Kenkyusho (Japanese classical dance) 3:15 pm Ryusei Honryu Chikaho-Kai (Okinawan dance and music) 3:55 pm Fujin Raijin (Japanese instrumental ensemble) cupertino scene April 20142 No matter your fitness level, there is some- thing for everyone at the Big Bunny Fun Run. The more competitive athlete will find the 5K run challenging, while others will enjoy the leisurely paced 2.5K walk. Children will have a blast participating in the Kids Run where everyone is a winner. The Big Bunny Fun Run is honored to support charity: water as they work to provide clean water to needy communities in the developing world. $5 of every registration will go to support their efforts to bring this life giving substance to those who need it most. By working together, we can help create positive, healthy, and connected communities all over the world. For more information about the Big Bunny 5K and how you can get involved, please visit www.bigbunny5k.com or email parks@cupertino.org. Big Bunny Fun Run, continued from page 1 Blackberry Farm, continued from page 1 Cupertino residents are invited to enjoy and ex- plore the Blackberry Farm located at 21979 San Fernando Avenue, Cupertino. There will be a free ice cream from 1 – 4 pm (limited to the first 500 people) and residents can enjoy free swimming at the pools from 10 am - 5:30 pm (availability sub- ject to pool’s capacity). Pools will close at 5:30 pm. Discounts offers will be available on 10-day swim passes and individual/family memberships. Thank you for your patronage and City of Cuper- tino look forward to seeing you at the park this season! Accepting Applications for Distinguished Artist and Emerging Artist Award The Cupertino Fine Arts Commission welcomes applications for the 2013 “Distinguished Artist” and “Emerging Artist.” There is a cash award of $500 for the winner in each category. The application deadline is Friday, May 23, at 4:30 pm. Forms are available from the City Clerk’s Office, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 95014, or on the website at www.cupertino.org/distinguishedartist. For more information send email to Piu Ghosh at piug@cupertino.org, or call 408.777.3277. volume XXXVII number 3 3 b y J e r r y Ta l l i n g e r – C u p e r t i n o C E R T m e m b e r simply safe | april Train for the Cupertino Citizen Corps When a disaster strikes, be it earthquake, flood, hazmat spill or other disaster, there is a team of trained volunteers who are prepared to help, known as the Cupertino Citizen Corps (CCC). Supported by the City, Santa Clara County (SCC) Fire, SCC Sheriffs, and other agencies, the CCC members go through extensive training to provide additional help when resources are stretched thin. They also actively engage in offering training and outreach events to inform residents how to prepare for and survive after a major disaster. The Citizen Corps is pre- pared to staff resources called ARKs, which are stationed around Cupertino, and gather emergency information for the City Emergency Operations Center (EOC), perform basic first aid, perform light search and rescue, provide neighborhood safety assessments, and keep the residents informed of emergency information provided by the city. The CCC is comprised of the following volunteer members. Find out more at www. cupertino.org/emergency. Who are they? Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) – This core group is trained to help in all of the most common disaster situations. Training in- cludes light search and rescue, fire safety, disaster medical operations, disaster psychology, hazard- ous materials identification, the incident com- mand structure, and terrorism. Cupertino Amateur Radio Emergency Service (CARES) – A group of amateur radio volunteers whose mission is to assist the city by providing professional emergency communications, increas- ing the city’s emergency response effectiveness, and speeding the recovery effort. Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) – These medi- cal volunteers promote health safety to citizens throughout the year and function as a specialized medical unit in the City’s emergency response plan. Various levels of training offer disaster medi- cal care from basic first aid to emergency medical procedures. Disaster Animal Rescue Team (DART) – This group is activated when the City experiences an earthquake or other emergency that causes ani- mals to need care and shelter in the absence of their owners. Block Leaders – Provide a point of contact in a neighborhood to the City throughout the year and serve as informational source for neighbor- hood disaster assessment to the local ARK volunteers and thus to the City. Neighborhood Watch – Volunteer leaders work with the Sheriff’s Office to organize their neighbor- hood to be on the watch for suspicious activity. Give Back to Cupertino! - Cupertino is a fantastic place to work and live. There is always a need for the assistance of more dedicated volunteers. All of us have some skill to become a contributor to our Cupertino team and give back to the community. Your service as a volunteer will be rewarding and educational and you will be helping to protect your family and friends. If this is not for you, other opportunities in the community are also available. Contact us at the Cupertino Office of Emergency Services (OES) at 408.777.3335, or email OES@cupertino.org for more information. 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 1.408.777.3335, or email OES@ cupertino.org for more information, or to request a class for your company, group or organization. FREE! Personal Emergency Preparedness Workshop (PEP) 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: Monday, April 28, 6 – 9 pm at Mon- te Sereno Town Hall, 18041 Saratoga Los Gatos Road, Monte Sereno, CA, 95031 and Monday, May 5, 6 – 9 pm in 208 E. Main St #214, Los Gatos, CA, 95030. For Registration by e-mail, info@cnt.scc-gov.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. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training schedule. 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 of- fered four times a year and you will have one year to makeup any missed sessions for graduation. You may attend the final exercise once all six ses- sions have been completed. We encourage all Cupertino residents to attend this worthwhile training. The next class runs April 29, 30 and May 1, 6, 7, 8 from 6 – 9 pm with the final exercise on May 10, 10 am – 1 pm. All classes will be held in Saratoga at the Joan Pisani Community Center, 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070. 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 1.408.378.4010. If you do only one thing to prepare this month: Think about what you can do to volunteer somewhere in Cupertino and act to find out more. Simply Safe is a monthly article to inform the community about emergency preparedness, training schedules and volunteer opportunities. cupertino scene April 20144 roots | b y G a i l F r e t w e l l - H u g g e r Up in the Cupertino foothills, at the end of Prospect Road, is the rambling house that once belonged to crusading newspaper editor, Fremont Older. Much has been written about Fremont Older, but less well-known is the story of his wife, Cora Baggerly Older. Cora was born in Clyde, New York, on October 24, 1874 and came to California in 1892. At a play in Sacramento, Cora met Fremont Older, a reporter on the local paper. Not long after, they married and he began his career as editor of the San Francisco Bulletin. San Francisco’s city government was pretty corrupt in those days and Cora wrote numerous articles and reviews reflecting a socialist type of mind that appeared in her husband’s newspaper. After the couple moved to their country home, “Wood- hills” (at the end of Prospect Road), Cora became increas- ingly fascinated by the romance of early California. She had this in common with old friend, James Phelan, who had recently built Villa Montalvo just a few miles away. Life in and around the California missions during the Spanish period would be a primary subject of Cora’s writings in the following years. One time Fremont and Cora’s car broke down near San Juan Bautista and they met the local priest, Father Closa. The Olders suggested that the local citizens put on a fiesta to raise funds for the mission. It was done and the fiesta ran for two days, including a rodeo. It was a grand occasion with great success and netted $4,000 for the restoration of San Juan Bautista mission. Cora began researching the early history of San Jose and Santa Clara County. In 1916 she wrote for the San Jose News, a series of articles under the heading, “When San Jose Was Young.” Her name never appeared on any of these pieces. It may have been that Cora chose anonymity be- cause her name was associated with a rival Bay Area newspaper (the S.F. Bulletin) or because her brother, Hiland “Hi” Baggerly was managing editor of the News. Cora understood that there were still people living in Santa Clara County who could re- member San Jose from the Mexican period and her diaries of that time document the excite- ment she felt in locat- ing them and getting their stories. She tracked down and interviewed relatives of the bandit, Tiburcio Vasquez, as well as survivors of the ill-fated Donner Party. She wrote numerous ar- ticles about local Native Americans. In one ar- ticle she wrote, “One of the race tragedies is the disappearance of the California Indian under the Spanish and American conquests. Occasional hunters meet a survivor of the old tribes living alone in the mountains, but for the most part, the Indians about San Jose are a shadow people.” She would return to these subjects years later in her popular books: California Missions and Their Romances (1938) and Love Stories of Old California (1940). Possibly because of her earlier experience in helping restore the mission at San Juan Bautista, Cora was a guiding force in producing the Fiesta de las Rosas festivals which began in 1926. Each festival featured an original play based upon an early California theme. The fiestas were held annually until 1933, until the advent of the Great Depression. One of Cora’s greatest achieve- ments was convincing the city of San Jose to set aside a 5 1/2 acre parcel of land at Naglee and Dana Avenues for a municipal rose garden. San Francisco landscape architect, John McLaren advised on the creation of the garden. Cora’s unique contri- bution was a collection of old mission roses from all but three of the 21 California mission gardens. Fremont Older died in 1935 and was buried at Woodhills in the same plot as his favorite dogs. (He was later moved). Clara continued on at her beloved home with traditional dinners for im- portant people of the day and often, ex-convicts who had helped build and maintain the estate’s rock walls and gardens. She wrote prolifically until she died at age 93, on September 26, 1968. Her last book was entitled, San Francisco, a Magic City. The Mid-Peninsula Open Space District acquired the property later on. The house was nearly in ruins and the gardens over-run with weeds. Former newspaper publisher, Mort Levine and his wife Elaine, leased the home from the district and lovingly restored it to its original status. The showplace is a tribute to Fremont and Cora Older and the Levines graciously allow public tours through the auspices of the Open Space District on special occasions. Resource: Historical Footnotes of Santa Clara Valley - Cora Older: Of Romance and Roses. Cora Baggerly Older Cora Baggerly Older in the 1890s. Courtesy of Bancroft Library Cora and Fremont Older. volume XXXVII number 3 5 cupertino library PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES The Cupertino Library presents a wide variety of programs for children of all ages. For more infor- mation on all of our Children’s programs, includ- ing our Storytimes, please visit the Events section of the Library’s website at www.sccl.org, or stop by the Children’s Desk in the Library. The staff would like to thank the Friends of the Cupertino Library for its generous sponsorship of many of the Library’s programs for children and families. Chamber Music By the Bay Presents “What’s Up, Papa Haydn?” Wednesday, April 2, 4 pm Cupertino Community Hall Chamber Music By the Bay presents “What’s Up, Papa Haydn?” a musical program for children, followed by an Instrument Petting Zoo. Cupertino Cinema Club Thursday, April 10, 4 pm Cupertino Library Story Room School-aged children are invited. Patrons may call 408.446.1677 x3321 for the free movie title. Planting Party Wednesday, April 16, 3 pm Cupertino Library Courtyard Help kick off our new Cupertino Library Children’s Garden! School age children are invited to join us in the Cupertino Library Court- yard for a planting party! Children will get to plant a seed to take home for their own garden. 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 April 21 for one of our May programs. Celebrate Earth Day with Rock Steady Juggling Wednesday, April 30, 4 pm Cupertino Community Hall Children and their families are invited to celebrate Earth Day with an Eco-Tainment performance by Rock Steady Juggling. Performer/Educator Doug Nolan will delight library patrons of all ages with his juggling virtuosity, comedy antics and audience participation, while sharing his passion for taking care of the earth. PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS VITA – Free Tax Assistance Saturday, April 5, 2 – 5 pm Cupertino Library Story Room VITA and the Asian Pacific American Internal Revenue Employees (ASPIRE) will provide free help filing your income taxes. Assistance is available in English, Chinese, Hindi, and Tagalog. For best results, please bring, - Photo ID and Social Security card or ITIN for each family member; W-2 forms and all 1099 or 1098 forms; A check with your account number for direct deposit; Last year’s tax. Fusion: Art, Science, Technology – “How 3D Printing Affects Our Lives and Our Children’s” Saturday, April 12, 1 – 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall Geoffrey Doyle, CEO of GrowShapes LLC, talks about the history of 3D printing, the various types of technologies that exist, where we are today, and how this revolutionary technol- ogy has already changed our lives, and ways it will continue to do so. The seminar will highlight the broad range of industries which are being impacted such as engineering, manufacturing, medical, robotics, automotive, jewelry and art, just to name a few. Our speaker will also discuss the importance of educating the next genera- tion about 3D printing. Adult Book Discussion Group Thursday, April 17, 2014, 7 – 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room This month the Cupertino Library Adult Book Discussion Group will discuss Red Sky at Morning by Richard Bradford. It’s a classic coming of age story set during World War II. 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 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: www.sccl.org cupertino scene April 20146 How to Create a Successful Retirement Plan Monday, April 21, 7 – 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room Are you ready for retirement? What savings and investment decisions are a key to a more secure retirement? Join us for this special presentation and learn how to calculate your retirement needs capital and how to invest to prepare for retirement and during retirement. Spring 2014 Film Series with Mark Larson April 9 – May 14, 6 – 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room There will be cinematic thrills and chills, laughter and tears, when the Cupertino Library presents a new series of lectures devoted to some of the greatest films from around the world. In this six-week session, filmmaker and historian Mark Larson will be your guide in a showing of some of the most extraordinary, and often overlooked, motion pictures ever made. For more information please visit: cupertinolibraryfoundation.org ALSO AT THE CUPERTINO LIBRARY ESL Conversation Club Every Friday*, 1 - 2:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall* (*April 4 and 18 ESL meetings will be held in the library’s Story Room) Please join us for this fun learning experience. Stop by and improve your English listening and speaking skills, and learn about other cultures in a friendly setting. Native speakers of English who would like to volunteer, email wjaw@sccl.org. @ 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? For more information, call the Cupertino Library Adult Reference Desk at 408.446.1677. To book an appointment, please visit our web site: www.sccl.org/at-your-service. FOR YOUR INFORMATION Upcoming Friends of the Cupertino Library Book Sale Saturday, May 17, 9 am - 4 pm Sunday, May 18, 12 pm - 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall General Plan Amendment & Housing Element Update MeetingJoint City Council and Planning Commission Study Session April 1, 3 pm, Community Hall General Plan Amendment Discussion on major policy concepts to be considered in the General Plan Amendment. The General Plan Amendment process involves a review of options for City-wide development allocations, as well as building heights and densities for corridors, special centers, and seven study areas, including the Vallco Shopping District. Housing Element Update Discussion on proposed goals and program/policy revisions for inclusion in the 2014 - 2022 Housing Element Update. The Housing Element iden- tifies appropriate locations and poli- cies for future Housing in Cupertino. Information related to the General Plan Amendment and Housing Element Update processes and opportunities for public input are available on the project website at www.cupertinogpa.org. volume XXXVII number 3 7 adult 50 plus news Celebrate Service It is with great gratitude and appreciation of our volunteers that we celebrate their valuable service to the Cupertino Senior Center and the Cupertino community. In April, the senior center is joining the nation in the celebration of National Volun- teer Week April 6 - 12. If you would like to learn more about volunteering please visit www.cupertino.org/volunteer. SOCIAL EVENTS Harmonikatz Band Concert - Country Sing-A-Long Wednesday, April 9, 1:30 – 3 pm Join the Harmonikatz band members as they play country tunes. Have a fun afternoon of mu- sic, sing-a-long, and tap your toes to your favorite songs. Light refreshments will be offered. Members free, senior guests pay $5 for a day pass. Please sign up at the senior center lobby table. Marv’s Musical Memories Broadway and Hollywood Performers Monday, April 14, 2 - 3:30 pm Marv Emerling is a local musician and music collector. At “Marv’s Musical Memories,” he will be covering Broadway and Hollywood Music. Members free, senior guest add $5 for a day pass. Please sign up at the senior center lobby table. April Social and Birthday Bash Wednesday, April 16, 12 pm Get ready to put a spring in your step as we wel- come back entertainers Jim and Aimee for our April Spring Social. Our menu will be a recipe from the fabulous 50s; beef stroganoff served with caramelized carrots, salad, and dessert. Members with April birthdays will be honored. Member fee $8, senior guests add $5. Lunch with Friends Wednesday, April 23, 12 pm Join us for a delicious and healthy meal! We will be serving chicken Paella, salad, roll, and dessert. Pre-registration is required. Member fee $6, se- nior guests add $5 for a day pass. LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS The Naturalization Process Monday, April 7, 10 - 11:30 am Officers from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigra- tion Services will discuss the naturalization pro- cess, answer your questions, and conduct a mock interview. Citizenship application forms and re- lated documents will be available. Open to the public, please sign up at the lobby table or call 408.777.3150 to register. English/Mandarin As We Age Monday, April 21, 10 – 11 am Dr. Ybarra, from the El Camino Hospital, is trained in Geriatric and Internal medicine. She will discuss normal changes that occur to the body as people age. Members free, senior guests pay $5 for a day pass. Please sign up at the lobby table. Age Well, Drive Smart Wednesday, April 30, 9 am – 1 pm The California Highway Patrol covers topics such as myths about older drivers, compensating for age-related changes, rules of the road, safe driv- ing tips, and much more. A certificate will be is- sued upon completion, which some insurance companies may accept for discounts. Members free, senior guests pay $5 for a day pass. Please sign up at the lobby table. CLASSES - GREAT VALUES Humanities Lecture Series-Great Composers Tuesday, April 8 - May 27, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Join instructor Carl Jech, as he pays tribute to the great composers, such as Satie, Verdi, Rach- maninoff, and Bruckner, just to name a few. The instructor will focus on the lives and music of these composers. Member fee $40. Tech Talk Tuesday, April 8 - 29, 4 - 5:30 pm Tech Talk is a forum for computer novices to discuss and learn how to make best use of the Internet/Cloud, using computers, tablets, and smart phones. Together, we will share ideas and questions, explore options, and learn how to take advantage of the features most useful to us. Member fee $15. Chair Exercise Monday & Wednesday, April 9 - June 4, 11 am – 12 pm Designed for students with a wide range of abili- ties, the instructor will adjust her teaching to suit students’ needs. This twice a week gentle exer- cise class may improve muscle strength, balance, and flexibility. Member fee $50. Ballroom Dance Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:30 pm April 9 - April 30, Samba and Cha Cha David Lew, a popular dance instructor, will demonstrate his unique teaching style. To dance well, you need to have the right posture, frame, and learn the proper leading and following tech- niques. Member fee $32. Art History- Surrealism Tuesday, April 22 - June 3, 1:30 - 3:30 pm This movement started in Paris in 1924, the aim was to express the imagination in dreams and the unconscious. Join art history instructor, Ken Young, as he explores the life and work of different artists: Rene Magritte, Max Ernest, M.C. Escher, Hans Arp, and ends the session with an impersonation of Salvador Dali. Member fee $45 cupertino scene April 20148 CUPERTINO SENIOR CENTER ADDRESS: 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm PHONE: 408.777.3150 EMAIL: seniorcntr@cupertino.org WEB: www.cupertino.org/50plus ADULT 50 PLUS TRIPS Itineraries subject to change. Call the Senior Center at 408.777.3150 for reservations or more information on any trip. TOURS Islands of New England, May 30 - June 6, $2759 double occupancy. Journey back to the time of the Pilgrims at Plym- outh, spend a day exploring Nantucket’s beau- tiful cottages and cobblestone streets, enjoy a tour of cranberry bog, indulge in a traditional New England lobster feast, and much more! Mendocino and Fort Bragg, August 16 - 19, $945 See flyer for details or call 408.777.3150 Maine Coastal Cruise, September 20 - 27. People have been drawn to the spectacular coast of Maine for its pristine natural landscapes. As you unwind around islands and through nar- row waterways including Eggmoggin Reach, and Merchant Row, you will experience the enraptur- ing mountains, sparkling waters, and charming coastal towns which make Maine one of the most magical places in America. Spain’s Classics, November 8 - 18, $3,999 double includes early booking discount Travel and walking tours that easy you into the ways of Spanish culture. DAY TRIPS Mamma Mia, Wednesday, April 2, $99 Sierra Scenic Lunch Train, Thursday, April 10, $123 Pinnacles National Park, Thursday, April 17, $71 Day ‘Round the Bay with Gary – North Bay, Wednesday, April 23, $98 Out-to-Lunch Bunch, Holders Country Inn, Thursday, April 24 Georgia O’Keeffe and Lake George, Tuesday, April 29, $74 Graton Resort and Casino, Friday, May 9, $49 Day with Doug McConnell, Thursday, May 15, $107 Sunday Brunch with Flair, Sunday, May 18, $109 Day ‘Round the Bay with Gary – Peninsula, Wednesday, May 28, $97 What’s All the Buzz About?, Tuesday, June 3, $149 Golden Gate Fields, Thursday, June 12, $82 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Wednesday, June 18, $86 Harley Farms and Pescadero, Wednesday, June 25, $99 Cher, Dressed to Kill, Wednesday, July 2, $98 PC Internet Friday, April 25 - May 23, 10 am – 12 pm Students will be shown how to access the world’s informational websites and how to get answers to your questions. Students will also look at how to insure safety while using the internet to prevent vi- ruses and unwanted computer destructive prob- lems. Members $22 RESOURCES Volunteer Nurse - Blood Pressure Checks Monday, April 7, 21, 1:30 - 2:30 pm Tuesday, April 1, 15, 29, 12:15 - 1:15 pm Please call 408.777.3150 to make appointments for the following services: Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP) Thursday, April 10, 24, 1 – 3 pm Consultation on Medicare and health insurance. Housing Wednesday, March 5, 19, April 2, 16, 2 – 4 pm Information on resources for senior housing options. Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA) Friday, March 7, 14, 21, April 4, 11, 18, 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. volume XXXVII number 3 9 eco news | april Free Compost Available Now! The City’s compost site at Stevens Creek Quarry reopened on Friday, March 21. Located at 12100 Stevens Canyon Road (across from the dam), the site will be open for compost pickup on Friday and Saturday mornings 8:30 - 11 am, now until October 18, 2014. Compost is FREE and no ap- pointments are necessary! Note: If it is raining or drizzling anywhere in Cupertino, or if the com- post site remains muddy, then the site must close temporarily. If it has rained recently, the City is required to close even if it is sunny to comply with State stormwater mud-tracking prevention requirements. Tips for visiting the compost site: • Only Cupertino residents can use this program. Please bring proof of residency. • No staff will be on site to help residents shovel compost or move bags. • Bring adequate shovels and people to help. • Residents are limited to 15 minutes of shovel- ing if other cars are waiting. • Bring containers, an old trashcan, a tarp or bags to hold your compost. • For your convenience, two bags per car will be provided if needed. Environmental Recycling & Document Shredding Day Saturday, May 17 Doing some spring cleaning? Gather up your old confidential documents, the items you’ve been meaning to donate and that broken print- er in your cupboard and head to Environmental Recycling and Document Shredding Day! It will be held on Saturday, May 17, 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 shred- ding; two box limit) • No paint or toxic chemicals accepted • No mattresses accepted For further information, contact Recology at 408.725.4020. This event compliments the FREE e-waste drop off offered weekly for Cupertino residents by Apple Computer (now at 1326 Kiefer Road, Sunnyvale). Keep Our Creeks Clean on Saturday, May 17 The City of Cupertino will host a community creek cleanup on Saturday, May 17, 9 am - 12 pm at Creekside Park, 10455 Miller Avenue, Cuper- tino. Volunteers and City staff will clean up areas around Calabazas and Regnart creeks. Gloves, trash grabbers and bags will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear sunscreen and dress for safety (wear long sleeves and pants and old shoes, rain boots or equivalent). Free refreshments will be offered. Bring a friend, bring your family, and have fun keeping Cupertino creeks clean! Register online at www.cleanacreek.org or contact the City at 408.777.3354. Prevent Unintentional Harm to Wildlife Poisoning pests can cause harm to non-target- ed wildlife. Owls and other predators may suffer secondary poisoning from eating rats and other rodents that have consumed certain rat and mice pesticides known as second generation antico- agulants. These poisons pose particular risks be- cause they are retained in animals’ bodies. Lim- iting their sale and use will significantly reduce secondary poisoning of non-targeted wildlife. When shopping for pest control, seek the least toxic products. Look for shelf signs with the Our Water, Our World (OWOW) logo, which signifies safer choices. Stores participating in the OWOW program include Orchard Supply Hardware, Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Summerwinds and Ya- magami’s Nursery. Water-Wise Gardening Did you know that over half of our residential wa- ter is used on landscapes? Here are some tips for creating a healthy, inviting garden while protect- ing our water supply: 1. Go With the Low Flow – Use soaker hoses for irrigation, or invest in a drip system that can cut water use by as much as 90%. Consider in- stalling a ‘smart controller’ for your irrigation system that adjusts to changes in water needs. Check regularly for leaks. 2. Irrigate Efficiently – Water in early morning when temperatures are cooler and there is less wind to minimize evaporation. Water less often and more deeply to encourage deeper root systems that can better tolerate dry pe- riods. 3. Get in the Zone - Group plants with similar water needs together to make watering easier and more efficient. 4. Mulch Like Mad – Create a 1” to 3” layer of organic material such as bark, shredded leaves, or grass clippings on top of the soil and enhance mulching with drip irrigation. cupertino scene April 201410 Green Gardeners Exercise Caution When Choosing Pesticides Is your gardener a Green Gardener? Ask your gardener or yard maintenance professionals if they have been trained as Santa Clara Valley Green Gardeners, who use sustainable land- scape maintenance practices. Or, consider hiring a Santa Clara Valley Green Gardener. They have received training to: • Use resources wisely, conserve water, protect the soil, and reduce waste • Improve the health, appearance and value of landscapes • Reduce runoff and stormwater pollution from landscape maintenance activities • Water according to the needs of the season, the plant, the site and the soil conditions. Install and regularly maintain water efficient irrigation systems • Prune selectively and prop- erly to compliment the natural form and needs of the plant • Use alternative approaches such as Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques, before turning to pesticides and herbicides • Help protect air quality by using hand-powered equipment or fuel-ef- ficient, low-emission equipment • Check soil for fertility, texture, and moisture, and use compost and mulch to feed the soils naturally • Compost plant debris and grass-cycle • Use local plant varieties that are California natives or those adapted to our Mediterranean climate rather than invasive species. Visit www.watershedwatch.org for a current listing of Santa Clara Valley certified Green Gardeners and check www.bayareaecogardens.org to find out about Bay Area Eco Gardens. With all the new spring growth, pests are not far behind. Please make careful choices when purchasing pest control products, or ask your gardener to do so. Garden pesticides are washed away by rain and watering into storm drains where they pollute local creeks and the Bay, and harm fish and other aquatic life. news items – Eco News, continued from page 10 5. Count on Compost – Add organic matter like compost to the soil to increase the soil’s ability to absorb and hold water and to slowly release nutrients to keep plants less stressed and less susceptible to pests. 6. Go Native – You will find a wonderful vari- ety of water-wise plants in local nurseries. Look for plants that are native to a Mediter- ranean climate, or for California natives that grow in dry conditions. 7. Fall into Planting – The best time to plant is in the fall when the weather starts to cool. Winter rains help plants establish deep, healthy root systems before they have to tolerate the summer heat. 8. Lessen the Lawn – Lawns need more water than most other landscaping, so consider reducing or replacing your lawn with water- wise groundcovers, low-maintenance pe- rennials or a porous hardscape. If you plant a lawn, choose drought-resistant varieties such as buffalo grass. 9. Get Wise to Weeds – Keep up with weed - ing since weeds compete for water. A drip system, mulch and landscape fabric can prevent weeds. Save Water: Xeriscape Your Landscape Today Governor Brown has declared a drought emergency for all of California and called on Californians to reduce water use by 20%. One way to meet this goal is to convert your landscape from a high water use landscape to a low water use landscape – or Xeriscape. Xeriscaping mini- mizes water use by installing plants that require little water, once established (drought-tolerant plants); grouping plants with similar light and water use together; using efficient irrigation; mulching - which covers the soil and reduces evaporation; retaining waterfall; and by promoting alternative turf. On January 1, 2014, Santa Clara Valley Water District increased its Landscape Conversion Rebate to $1.00 per square foot. For more infor- mation, visit www.valleywater.org or call the Water Conservation Hotline at 408.630.2554. volume XXXVII number 3 11 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 for details. community calendar C.A.R.E.S 7:30 pm City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.345.8372 cupertinocares.org/ De Anza Flea Market 8 - 4 pm De Anza College 408.864.8946 deanza.fhda.edu/fleamarket/ 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 Overeaters Anonymous 7 pm New Life Church of Nazarene 408.340.1952 oa.org School Emergency Preparedness 9:30 am City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.777.3176 Cupertino Kids Chess Club*10 - 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 20920 McClellan Rd.408.996.0558 osfamilies.org Planetarium Shows*7 pm De Anza Planetarium 408.864.8814 planetarium.deanza.edu Cupertino Quota*12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com Cupertino Las Madres*10 - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org De Anza Kiwanis*7:15 am Intl. House of Pancakes 408.973.1832 classic.kiwanis.org HP Communicator Toastmasters 7 am 10181 Finch Avenue-Bethel Lutheran Church 408.673.1820 jwassocs.com Cupertino Coin Club 7:30 pm West Valley Pres.Church 6191 Bollinger Ave. CupertinoCoinClub.com CCWG 6:30 - 8 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 20833 Stevens Creek #104 408.253.7071 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 HP Building 48L, Carmel Conference Room 19483 Prune ridge Avenue 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 408.920.2224 cupertinorotary.org Philotesian Rebekah #145 7:30 pm Cupertino Odd Fellows 408.252.3954 caioof.org/IOOF/CA_RA_ Officers.html Cup. Symphonic Band*7 pm Monta Vista High School 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 Mariani's Restaurant, BBLC Hall, 99 North Bascom Avenue, San Jose 408.209.7251 cupertinohostlionsclub.org Viewfinders Digital Video Club 7:30 pm Community Center - In Cupertino Room 408.520.1379 viewfindersclub.org http:// viewfindersclub.org/ Meetings.html 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 yserviceclub@ymcasv.org Connect Club I*Noon Holders Country Inn 408.252.7054 cupertino-chamber.org Connect Club II*8 am Chamber of Commerce 408.252.7054 cupertino-chamber.org Business Networking Intl.*7 am BJ's Brewery 408.996.9111 BNI.com Overeaters Anonymous*7 pm Union Church 408.759.2617 oa.org Embroiders' Guild of America 7 pm Sunny View Retirement Community 408.873.1190 ega-gpr.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 3 5 7 8 10 11 16 17 APR CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL cupertino scene April 201412 American Association of University Women 11 am Sunnyvale Presbyterian Church 728 West Fremont Ave. 408.298.656 eadorable@sbcglobal.net Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 am 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 cupertinoioof70.org Fine Arts League 7 pm Community Center 408.863.9991 Ask Janki Chokshi falc.org Al-ANON Family Group*5 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 10181 Finch Ave., Fireside Room 408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg Alcoholics Anonymous*Women's Group 7 pm Bethel Luth. Church, 940 S. Stelling Rd. 408. 374.8511 aasanjose.org 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 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com CERT/MRC 7 - 9 pm City Hall MTg. Room 100 Malihini Orchid Society 7:30 pm Hewlett-Packard, Oak Rm. 408.267.3397 malihini.org Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA*10 - 1:30 Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 www.hssus.org APR CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL APR 1 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm APR 2 Library Commission (Conf. Rm. C)7 pm APR 2 Technology, Info & Communication Comm. (Conf. Rm. A) 7 pm APR 3 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 9:30 am APR 3 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm APR 3 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall)7 pm APR 8 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm APR 9 Teen Commission Meeting (Quinlan Com.Center 10185 N.Stelling Rd) 6 pm APR 10 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C)9 am APR 10 Administrative Hearing Meeting 5 pm APR 10 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm APR 15 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm APR 16 Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm APR 17 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)9 am APR 17 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm APR 22 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm APR 23 Teen Commission Meeting (Quinlan Com.Center 10185 N.Stelling Rd) 6 pm APR 24 Administrative Hearing Meeting 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 will be seen live via webcast at www.cupertino.org, or on The City Channel, Cable 26. For all city meetings’ agenda and minutes go to www.cupertino.org/agenda 19 21 22 24 25 27 volume XXXVII number 3 13 REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2014 Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Santoro, Sinks, Wong Absent: None Presented Proclamation to Joshua Robinson recogniz- ing his achievement of earning Eagle Scout Presented Proclamation celebrating the 25th An- niversary of the Toyokawa, Japan and Cupertino, USA Sister City relationship-postponed from December 17 Presented Proclamation to the Toyokawa Sister City Committee – postponed from December 17 Received Presentation of Lunar New Year posters from Hsinchu Sister City Committee Received Housing Commission annual update Approved the February 4 City Council minutes Adopted Resolution No. 14-118 accepting Accounts Payable for period ending January 24, 2014 Adopted Resolution No. 14-119 to accept Accounts Payable for period ending January 31, 2014 Approved the following updates to the City’s policies and guidelines on Sister Cities and International Delegate Policy: 1. Require application for a 501C3 to become a New Sister City 2. Staff to look into insurance question for Sister Cities 3. Provide a small meeting room once a quarter or four times a year for Sister Cities who do not have student exchange programs (must have 501C3 status for free use of the rooms) 4. Modify policy of two times a year to three times a year to provide a small large meeting room for Sister Cities who do have student exchange pro- grams (must have 501C3 status for free use of the rooms) 5. Sister cities will not be charged for a night attendant 6. For a Sister City to qualify for student exchange status must have minimum of 10 students and must be open to any Fremont Union High School District boundaries at large 7. Adopt policy that will pay for ½ of a plane ticket, maximum of one time per year per member for Council Members and a trip must be part of an Official Sister City Delegation 8. Staff will account for room use and staff time for budgeting purposes Approved an agreement for consultant services for the Stevens Creek Boulevard to McClellan Ranch Preserve Corridor Master Plan. Staff recommends that the City Council approve the following: 1. Authorize the City Manager to execute a consul- tant agreement with MIG to provide services to the City that will result in a comprehensive master plan for the corridor and associated Environmental Impact Reports (EIR), for an amount not to exceed $425,000 2. Appropriate an additional $180,000 to provide for the expanded EIR cost and alternatives ($150,000) and noticing, meetings and supplies ($30,000) for a total budget not to exceed $480,000 3. Authorize the City Manager to approve Contact Change Orders (CCO) for Items 1 and 2 above to the extent that total expenditures do not exceed the total amount of the project budget Authorized the City Manager to execute a profes- sional Services Agreement with CSG Consultants, Inc. to provide plan check services for the Apple Campus 2 corporate auditorium in the amount of $421,580 (Sinks recused) Adopted resolution No. 14-120 approving the purchase and lease after sale of property at 22050 Stevens Creek Boulevard (APN 357-10-002) from George and Yoshiko Blesch, in the amount of $1,575,000, authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to complete the acquisition and the lease agreement Accepted 2013 Pavement Maintenance Phase 1, Project No. 2013-01 Adjourned to Tues, Feb 25 at 6:45 Pm for a special meeting to hear items regarding Main Street and a call for review of a planning commission approval for food trucks at Whole Foods SPECIAL MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2014 Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Santoro, Sinks, Wong Absent: None Adopted Resolution No. 14-121 approving the Final Map for Main Street Cupertino (Tract No. 10172) Upheld the planning Commission Approval with a change to move the event to the first parking aisle closest to Stevens Creek Blvd. (Chang voted no) Amend Condition 35 of Resolution No. 12-098 (M) to note that Council will make the final approval of ASA- 2012-15; Council will also make the final approval of shops 2, 6, 9 and Loft Apartments Adopt Resolution No. 14-122 with the following changes: • Applicant to work with staff on detailing the garage for aesthetics including adding possible green screening or other architectural features • Clarify that the maximum height of the garage is 60 feet measured from the public sidewalk along Vallco Parkway given the retail component attached • Applicant to work with staff on Flex 1 & 2 buildings regarding the following: – Go back to the original art deco farmer’s market design on Flex 1 building – Introduce warmer colors/tones on Flex 1 & 2 buildings – Work with staff on building material which can be either IPE or corrugated metal/aluminum • Where applicable, use slate tile roofing material that resembles a variegated color combination similar to the Chinese multi-color slate or other comparable color palette • Applicant to work with staff and the city’s consulting architect to reflect changes to the project accept- able to the project Architect including the following: – Introduce decorative iron lighting features on the entry tower on buildings 3 & 4 – Office exterior finish- smooth plaster (non-sprayed finish – similar to finish on Netflix building) Adopt resolution No. 14-123 with the following changes: (Sinks and Santoro voted no) • Allow for the removal of four (4) trees on Stevens Creek Boulevard (Southwest corner of the project) on the berm including the berm • Retain all healthy trees on Vallco Parkway and Tantau Avenue • Hold the removal of any unhealthy trees along Tantau Avenue until council sees the city arborist’s report confirming the dead and unhealthy trees • Replace all dead trees with 48 inch replacements per staff’s recommendation (American Ash) Authorized the execution of a joint use agreement with a change that the city be entitled up to six (6) council actions cupertino scene April 201414 news items Welcome New Businesses Ajjit 19925 Stevens Creek Blvd Beijing Duck House Restaurant 10883 S Blaney Ave Ste B Concept International Consulting 915 S Tantau Ave 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. April 7, 8 & 9Cupertino Library – We look into how the Cupertino Library is meeting the challenges of the 21st century. April 14, 15 & 18 Leadership Mountain View - For 25 years, this program has produced valuable community leaders in an innovative way. April 21. 22 & 25 American Institute of Mathematics - Learn about the groundbreaking work of the Ameri- can Institute of Mathematics, and its exciting future at the new Morgan Hill campus. April 28, 29 & May 2 The Longest Race - Hear how the world’s lon- gest auto race in 1908, was commemorated in 2011. Learn about plans for retracing the event. Shows can be seen on Cupertino Comcast Cable Channel 15 & AT&T U-verse, Channel 99 and are scheduled on Monday at 4:30 pm; Tuesday and Friday at 7 pm. For more information, visit www.thebetterpart.com. Submission deadline for the May edition is April 9. 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 9 in the City Clerk’s office at City Hall. Council will conduct interviews beginning at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, May 27 and continue interviews on Wednesday, May 28 (as needed). Applications can be downloaded from the City of Cupertino website at www.cupertino.org/vacancies. For more details, please visit the website or call the City Clerk’s Office at 408.777.3223. dates per calendar year to make use of the Town Square for city activities open to the general Public Adjourned to Tuesday, March 4 at 3 pm for a study session regarding General Plan Amendment alterna- tives and Housing Element Sites. Regular business will follow at 6:45 pm, Community Hall Council Chamber, 10350 Torre Ave. Cupertino, CA. Sunnyvale - Cupertino Adult and Community Education On Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 11:45 am - 1:45 pm, Sunnyvale-Cupertino Adult and Community Education will be offering a free special one-day class, ESL/Citizenship Interview Preparation, to help prospective citizens prepare for their inter- view. Volunteers from the community will act as interviewers. At this class there will also be an immigration expert who will talk about the inter- view process and answer questions. The class will meet in the Professional Learning Center at the Adult Education Center, 591 W. Fremont Avenue, Sunnyvale. Students can register online at www.ace.fuhsd (course code 144000) or by calling 408.522.2700. Students may also register in class. Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed to help conduct mock citi- zenship interviews for Sunnyvale-Cupertino Adult and Community Education’s ESL/Citizenship In- terview Preparation Class. This is a commitment for one morning only, Saturday, April 26, 2014, 11:15 am - 1:45 pm. Since many prospective citi- zens are apprehensive about the interview pro- cess, this one-day class gives students an oppor- tunity to practice for their citizenship interview in a relaxed and friendly setting. As a volunteer, you will ask prepared questions and dictate pre -pared sentences, thus simulating an actual inter- view. Training for volunteers will be done on the morning of the class. If you are interested, please call Linda Brummer at 408.522.2733. - Adult 50+ News, Continued from page 9 volume XXXVII number 3 15 p o s t a l c u s t o m e r PRSRT-STDU.S. PostagePAIDCupertino, CAPermit No. 239ECRWSS www.cupertino.org CUPERTINO SCENE Cupertino City Hall 10300 Torre Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 THE SCENE IS PRINTED ON 40% POST-CONSUMER WASTE RECYCLE PAPER WITH SOY INK Access City online at www.cupertino.org/access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Block Leader Program: cupertino.org/blockleader Building Department: cupertino.org/building Cupertino Website: cupertino.org Cupertino Facebook: cupertino.org/facebook Cupertino Twitter: cupertino.org/twitter City Channel: Comcast 26, U-verse 99, cupertino.org/citychannel Code Enforcement: cupertino.org/codeenforcement Commissions: cupertino.org/commissions Emergency Preparedness: cupertino.org/emergency Job Opportunities: www.cupertino.org/jobs Neighborhood Watch: www.cupertino.org/neighborhoodwatch Planning Department: cupertino.org/planning Public Works: www.cupertino.org/publicworks Radio Cupertino: 1670 AM cupertino.org/radio Main Line 408.777.CITY 408.777.3200 City Clerk 408.777.3223 cityclerk@cupertino.org Finance 408.777.3220 finance@cupertino.org Parks & Recreation 408.777.3120 parks@cupertino.org Planning/Community Development 408.777.3308 planning@cupertino.org Public Information 408.777.3262 pio@cupertino.org Public Works 408.777.3354 publicworks@cupertino.org Sheriff Services 408.868.6600 www.sccsheriff.org CITY DIRECTORY CITY SERVICES