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
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City Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Council Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
The Better Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
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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 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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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
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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
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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
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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.
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