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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.8 | october 2014
Cupertino Library
10th Anniversary
Saturday, October 18, 2014, 12 - 4 pm
Civic Center Plaza
– see details on page 3
Tournament of Bands
Saturday, October 11, 2014
Cupertino High School Pioneer Marching Band will
kick off the 44th annual Cupertino Tournament of
Bands, on October 11, 2014.
– see details on page 2
Cupertino 2014 Election
November 4, 2014
A General Municipal Election will be held Tuesday,
November 4, to elect three Council members, each
to a four-year term.
– see details on page 2
happenings in cupertino
– Tournament of Bands, continued from page 1
The Cupertino Tournament of Bands is the
beginning of the fall marching band competi-
tions in Northern California. It has been a city
showcase for the past 44 years. The tournament
is a fund raiser for the Cupertino High School
Marching Band and Colorguard, assisting in the
advancement of the performing arts in
Cupertino. Cupertino Tournament of Bands
showcases more than 20 high school bands
from around Northern California with a parade
and field show competition. This year should
be an event to behold.
Schedule:
10 am: Parade competition begins on Stevens
Creek Boulevard (Free to the public)
12:30 pm: Drill-down competition in the Cu-
pertino High School Stadium (Free to the pub-
lic)
4 pm: Field show competition begins in the
Cupertino High School Stadium (Cost is $10
per person, cash only)
8 pm: San Jose University Spartan Marching
Band performs in exhibition
9 pm: Field show awards
For more information, visit www.chs.fuhsd.org/tob
– Cupertino 2014 Election, continued from page 1
Under Cupertino's term limits, Council members
Barry Chang and Mark Santoro are eligible to run
for one additional four-year term. Council mem-
ber Orrin Mahoney has served two consecutive
four-year terms and is not eligible to run. The fol-
lowing residents have qualified as candidates:
Candidates will have the opportunity to
participate in the following election forums:
• Meet the Candidates – video “shorts”
featuring a two-minute version of each
candidate’s platform.
• Cupertino Rotary Club – September 24,
12:30 pm at Quinlan Community Center.
• Cupertino-Sunnyvale League of Women
Voters – October 16, 7 - 8:30 pm at Cupertino
Community Hall.
Visit the Cupertino Election page for candidate
information at www.cupertino.org/election
Michael Hunsweck
Andy Huang
Don Sun
Mark Santoro
Darcy Paul
Savita Vaidhyanathan
Barry Chang
Robert McCoy
Photo Courtesy of Rudy Pollak
Cupertino Symphonic Band Concert
The Cupertino Symphonic Band presents the
"Welcome Back Concert" on October 12 start-
ing at 3 pm at the Quinlan Community Center at
10185 N. Stelling Road in Cupertino, California.
This free concert opens our 2014-2015 season
and is a welcome back celebration of many loyal
supporters or a future fan. This is a free concert
but donations of canned goods will be accepted
and provided to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
For more information please visit netview.com/
csb/ or on Facebook at facebook.com/Cuperti-
noSymphonicBand.
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volume XXXVII number 8 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 | october
Earthquake, Where Do You Go For Help?
OK, now that there has been a major earthquake
up near Napa, it’s time to get educated about
earthquakes and what to do. Last month I wrote
about what to do once an earthquake hits and
having a good communication plan beforehand.
Now what? You need help and cell and home
phones are not working. You are not sure where
the nearest Fire Department is, and you or your
neighbor has an injury which needs medical help.
Or there is a fire in the neighborhood. Luckily
Cupertino is one of the few Bay Area cities that
is well prepared. There is a network of reporting
stations, called ARKs, which are located through-
out the city and will be setup and staffed by the
Cupertino Citizen Corps volunteers. You should
know where your assigned ARK is located and go
there to get help, report hazards, or to get emer-
gency related information.
What are the ARKs Located?
During an emergency, ARKs or Emergency
Reporting Stations can be found at the following
Cupertino locations:
• De Anza College, 21250 Stevens Creek
Boulevard
• Hyde Middle School, 19325 Bollinger Road
• Lawson Middle School, 10401 Vista Drive
• Garden Gate Elementary School, 10500 Ann
Arbor Avenue
• Monta Vista Fire Station, Stevens Creek @
Prado Vista
• Seven Springs, Prospect @ Stelling Road
• Cupertino.org/ARK
Also see:www.cupertino.org/ARK
What is an ARK and What Can the Staff Help With?
The ARK will be staffed by Citizen Emergency
Response Team (CERT) team members, Medical
Reserve Corps (MRC) members, and Cupertino
Amateur Radio Emergency Service (CARES) mem-
bers. The task of an ARK is to take in incident
reports from the residents and either handle the
emergencies or pass the needs and information
to the Cupertino Emergency Operations Center
(EOC). If the ARK has enough staff, the members
can do light search and rescue, first aid, damage
assessment and safety containment. The ARK will
also pass along information to the public that it
gets from the EOC, such as shelter information,
water locations, sewer and water safety, and other
emergency information. An ARK is your link
between the EOC, and the public. ARKs contain
a host of supplies which are used by ARK staff for
the functions above. It is important to remember
that they are not emergency food, water or equip-
ment depots for resident use. It is important that
you have emergency supplies, like food, water,
flashlights, an AM/FM radio and first aid kit, for
you and your family for 3-5 days. We do offer a
free Earthquake Preparedness Class to help you
get ready. See the listing below to set up a class
for your neighborhood. During an emergency the
EOC will be staffed by city leaders from various
critical departments, SCC Sheriff Representatives,
SCC Fire representatives, and various other emer-
gency representatives. It is the EOCs job to set
the priorities and give direction to the Commu-
nity Emergency Response Volunteers and to allo-
cate resources where they will do the most good
for the greatest number of citizens.
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, email OES@ cupertino.org for more information, or to request
a class for your company, group or organization.
FREE! Personal Emergency Preparedness Class (PEP) offered by the Santa Clara County
Fire Department. The class covers Earthquake
safety, Disaster preparation, Disaster communi-
cation tips, First aid techniques that save lives,
Home safety, Fire Safety including how to use a
fire extinguisher, Emergency supply suggestions
- and more! The next two PEP classes are: Tues,
October 14, 6 – 9 pm, Campbell Community
Center, 1 W. Campbell Ave Room E-42, Camp-
bell and Monday, November 3, 6 – 9 pm, Los
Gatos Sr. Center, 208 E. Main St, #214, Los Ga-
tos, CA, 95030. For registration by e-mail, info@cnt.sccgov.org , (provide your full name,
e-mail address, phone number and residential
or work address in the West Valley) , or contact
the Santa Clara County Fire Department at
408.378.4010.
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
Sign up for the Cupertino Alert System at www.cupertino.org/CAS
and stay informed in the event of local emergencies .
If you do only one thing to prepare this month:
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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
This summer the third section of the Stevens
Creek Trail in Cupertino opened to much fanfare
and speeches. Happy throngs finally were able
to meander from the end of Blackberry Farm
parking lot, through the orange groves and
along the creek to the trail’s exit onto Stevens
Creek Blvd. Behind a chain link fence near the
S.C. Blvd. end of the trail stands the family home
of Louis and Gladys Stocklmeir, early residents
of Cupertino. Louis’ father, Matthias was born
in Amberg, Bavaria in 1861 and left at age 16 to
come to the U.S. where he served in the army
until he married Miss Adelheid Irmler. The cou-
ple then lived in Los Gatos. Matthias made three
journeys to Alaska during the
Yukon Gold Rush and suffered
great hardships, twice losing
all his possessions. Eventually
Matthias and Adelheid
purchased 3 acres along
Stevens Creek....but his wan-
derlust set in and he wanted
to try Alaska one more time.
He spent a few months, then
came back and increased the
property to 6 acres. Matthias
and Adelheid had 3 children:
Louis E., who graduated
Stanford as a civil engineer,
daughter Adele, a teacher at
College of Notre Dame and
Alphonse, who also became
a civil engineer. Eventually,
the property along the creek
increased to 22 acres. Sadly,
Matthias passed away in 1919
during the influenza epidem-
ic. Louis E. married Miss Gladys Wagnitz in 1920
and they continued residence in the “Cottage By
The Creek,” raising 2 sons; Louis Jr. who was his
father’s business partner and Dean, a Lt. Com-
mander in the U.S. Navy. In addition to a career
in civil engineering, Louis was a rancher and avid
historian, becoming known as Cupertino’s offi-
cial historian. He was in the forefront with others,
planning the future incorporation of Cupertino
to keep it from being swallowed up by San Jose.
He led in the preservation of the Petit Trianon
at the De Anza College campus - which became
known as the Louis E. Stocklmeir Regional Histo-
ry Library at the De Anza College History Center.
Stocklmeir School in Sunnyvale was also named
after him. Louis also engineered the moving of
a 10 ton boulder from the bed of Stevens Creek
to the Monta Vista High School campus where
it prominently features a state historic plaque
commemorating the 1776 encampment site of
Spanish explorer, Juan Bautista De Anza. Only
one such marker per county is allowed by the
state, so Cupertino is very fortunate to have one
in our city.
Louis wrote many histori-
cal articles and helped trace
the route of the De Anza par-
ty from Mexico to upper San
Francisco Bay to aid in the
statewide celebration of the
bi-centennial of the De Anza
Trek in 1976. Louis and Gladys’
home by Stevens Creek was
filled with the many awards he
received, based on his
historical research and docu-
mentation of people, places
and events locally and state -
wide. His hand-built stone
pond near the house attracted
deer and other small animals
that generations of Cupertino
residents glimpsed through
the trees while walking or driv-
ing by the house. The children
of Louis and Gladys Stocklmeir
recall many happy days and family occasions cel-
ebrated at the cottage and property along the
creek.The Stocklmeir home is worthy of full res-
toration so our community can once again view
and appreciate the home of a couple who gave
so much to Cupertino and preserved part of
their land for others to enjoy.
The Legacy of Louis Stocklmeir
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disaster. The course
is offered four times
a year and you will
have one-year to
make up any missed
sessions for gradua-
tion. You may
attend the final
exercise once all six sessions have been
completed. We encourage all Cupertino
residents to attend this worthwhile training.
The next class runs (Tuesday-Thursday) Novem-
ber 4, 5, 6 and November 11, 12, 13, from 6 - 9
pm with the final exercise on Sat, November 15,
10 am - 1 pm. All classes will be held at Los Gatos
Council Chambers 110 E. Main Street, Los
Gatos, CA, 95030. The registration fee is $35
which will be reimbursed to Cupertino residents
upon successful completion of the course. For
questions or to register contact: info@sccfd.org
or 1.408.378.4010.
Matthias Stocklmeier (top left)
Adelheid Irmler Stocklmeier (top right)
Louis and Gladys Stocklmeir (bottom right)
Louis Emil Stocklmeier (bottom left)
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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
information on all of our Children’s programs,
including 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 Cuperti-
no Library for its generous sponsorship of many of
the Library’s programs for children and families.
Cupertino Cinema Club
Thursday, October 9, 4 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
School-aged children are invited. Patrons may
call 408.446.1677 x3321 for the free movie title.
Reading Buddies
Come read to a therapy animal! Children who
are currently in kindergarten to 5th grade may
register in person at the Children’s Desk starting
October 20 for one of our November programs.
Harvest Celebration!: A Children’s Garden Program
Thursday, October 23, 3:30 pm Cupertino Library Courtyard
Party with the pumpkins in the library courtyard!
Stories, crafts and snacks.
Halloween Puppet Show and Costume Parade
Saturday, October 25, 10:30 am Cupertino Community Hall
Children of all ages are invited to join us for
our traditional Puppet Show and Halloween
Costume Parade! Children are encouraged to
wear their Halloween costume.
PROGRAMS FOR TEENS
Teen Book Club
Saturday, October 11, 1 – 2 pm
Cupertino Library Story Room
Get ready for spine-tickling fun and join our Teen
Book Club to discuss the book Miss Peregrine’s
Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs.
Register and pick up your copy of the book at
the 2nd floor, Adult Reference Desk. Space is
limited. Ages 13 - 18. Generously sponsored by
the Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Teen Read Week Top 10 Books Vote
Now through October 18 (deadline) Teen Room (paper ballots) & Online Voting
During Teen Read Week, libraries throughout
the world aim to inspire teens to pick up a book,
magazine, comic, even audiobooks, and just
enjoy the simple pleasure of reading. This year,
the Santa Clara County Library District is holding
a voting competition to determine the TEENS’
TOP TEN books of 2014. Submit an online or
paper ballot and automatically be entered into
the Teen Read Week prize drawing for a gift card
of your choice.
CodeF1rst Computer Programming Workshop (JAVA) for Middle and High School Students
Saturday, October 18, 10 am – 1 pm Cupertino Community Hall
The CodeF1rst Workshop is a hands-on learning
program open to all Middle and High School
students interested in learning the computer
programming language JAVA. All attendees will
learn basic programming skills using JAVA coding
techniques as well as creating their own sample
webpage. Our special guest speaker is Ramya
Kedlaya, Web Developer at LinkedIn. Online
registration opens Monday, September 29, at
10 am. Attendees are encouraged to bring their
own computer or digital device.
Creepy Cupcake Decorating & Movie Matinee
Saturday, October 25, 3 – 5 pm
Cupertino Library Story Room
Teens are invited to decorate delicious
Halloween cupcakes and enjoy a special movie
screening. Get ready for Halloween and join us!
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 noon – 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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PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
Pushpanjali Dance Academy
Wednesday, October 1, 7 pm Cupertino Community Hall
The name “Pushpanjali” stands for saluting and
offering flowers to God, Guru and the audience.
Be dazzled by the Bharatanatyam – a very
popular and oldest classical dance of India that
beautifully blends the three elements – ‘Bha’ –
Bhava (from expressions), ‘Ra’ – Raga (from
musical melody) and ‘Ta’ – Taaala (from rhythm).
Sarvalaghu Percussion Art Center with Ramesh Srinavasan
Wednesday, October 8, 7 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Experience the Sarvalaghu Baani style of play-
ing featuring ‘Sruti is the mother’ and ‘rhythm
is the father’- “Sruti Mata Laya Pita”. Percussion
instruments like Mrudangam enhance the qual-
ity of music performed. The aim of this center is
to propagate the nuances of this percussion art
to all people who have interest and passion to
learn, develop and master the Laya Vadhyam.
Pros and Cons Forum: League of Women Voters
Wednesday, October 15, 7 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Learn more about ballot initiatives and proposi-
tions in the upcoming November election. The
League of Women Voters presents an unbiased
view of the most important issues on the Califor-
nia ballot.
Adult Book Discussion Group
Thursday, October 16 Cupertino Library Story Room
This month the Cupertino Library Adult Book
Discussion Group will talk about the memoir,
The Cooked Seed by Anchee Min. It’s the story
of the difficulties Min encountered on her
difficult path to American citizenship.
The Relativity of Albert Einstein
Wednesday, October 22, 7 pm Cupertino Room, Quinlan Community Center
Imagine, Albert Einstein explaining the theory
of relativity in a fun, exciting way, no physics
required. Covering elements of Einstein’s life
and humor, this show will excite students and
adults alike to look at the workings of the uni-
verse with new eyes. What is E=MC2? It’s a blast!
Cupertino Library Film Series
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. Registration is
required. For more information please visit: cupertinolibraryfoundation.org
Matinee
October 26, 2 pm
A small-time film promoter releases a kitschy
horror film during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Joe Dante (1993) Comedy | Drama
Charged Particles Jazz Ensemble
Wednesday, October 29, 7 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Plugged-in Jazz with a Spark! Newly based here
in the Bay Area, the exciting jazz trio Charged
Particles will be making a special appearance at
the Cupertino Library following headlining
appearances at Yoshi’s world-renowned jazz club
and many other clubs, concert halls, and festivals
around the U.S. and internationally. They play
a mix of original compositions and well-known
standards, featuring their own mix of swinging
jazz, Afro-Latin styles, and funky grooves. Their
performance in Cupertino will be a special treat
for listeners who enjoy jazz and listeners who
would like to give jazz a test-run.
ALSO AT THE CUPERTINO LIBRARY
ESL Conversation Club
Every Friday,1 - 2:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
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, casual setting. Native speakers of
English who would like to volunteer to assist
with the ESL Conversation Club, please e-mail wjaw@sccl.org. Generously sponsored by the
Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Knitting at the Library
Every Tuesday, 4 – 6 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Bring your needles and yarn to the Library every
Tuesday and join the drop-in knitting program.
Knitters of all skill levels and ages are welcome.
@ Your Service... Personal E-Reader Tutorials by Appointment
Do you want to learn how to load e-books and
library e-content on your fancy new device?
Get all of your e-reader questions answered
by scheduling a personal consultation with a
Cupertino librarian! For more information, call
the Cupertino Library Adult Reference Desk at
408.446.1677. To book an appointment, please
visit our website: www.sccl.org/at-your-service.
The Green@Home DIY Toolkit Available NOW at the Cupertino Library
The City of Cupertino and the Cupertino Library
have teamed up to bring you a new, free, eco-
friendly service – the Green@Home Do-It-Your-
self (DIY) Toolkit! This kit makes cutting energy
and water costs at home as easy as checking out
a book from the library. Cupertino Library patrons
can now check out a Green@Home DIY Toolkit for
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adult 50 plus news
Build Steps to a Brighter Future
Building steps to a Brighter Future is part of
National Case Management Week, October
13 - 17. It is time to celebrate and recognize all
the great things about the Senior Center Case
Management Program. Start Building your
Brighter Future at the Cupertino Senior Center!
Get in touch with us by calling 408.777.3150 or
visiting us online at www.cupertino.org/senior
SOCIAL EVENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
Hidden Treasures Sale!
Thursday, October 30, 9 am – 2 pm
Hundreds of items have been donated to the
Senior Center for this meaningful fundraising
event. The proceeds will benefit Senior Center
Case Management Program for at-risk members
and the Stay Active Fund which provides assis-
tance to offset the cost for Senior Center mem-
bership and classes. This is the perfect opportu-
nity to shop for those one-of a-kind holiday gifts.
We will be collecting donations until October 17.
Please bring your gently used knick knacks,
costume jewelry, and craft items to the center,
and please remember bring your own reusable
bags for shopping.
Snack Bar Hours: 10 am - 1 pm
We will be offering sandwiches, cinnamon rolls,
and muffins for sale. Take a break, then shop
some more.
Oktoberfest and Birthday Bash
Wednesday, October 1, 12 noon
We will serve a Northern German meal of
bratwurst, sauerkraut, Bavarian mixed salad,
and Black Forest cake for dessert. Reno DiBono
will entertain you with exciting German music.
Members with October birthdays will be
honored. Members fee $10, senior guest add
$5 day pass. Space is limited, sign up early.
Keys to Successful Aging
Monday, October 6, 10 – 11 am
This interactive workshop presented by El
Camino Hospital is based on the latest healthy
aging research. Members free, senior guests
pay $5 day pass. Sign up at the lobby table.
Good Food and Monday Night Football!
49ers vs. Rams Monday, October 13, 5:15 pm
Watch the game on the big screen in HD and
partake in a fun-filled evening with the rest of
the football fans. We will be serving a baked
citi casserole with salad and game day munch-
ies! Great prizes awarded at each quarter.
Pre-registration is required, Members $8,
senior guests add $5
Planning for Your Future
Wednesday, October 15, 2 - 3:30 pm
Join us for a presentation by Jennifer Burkett,
Care Advocate and Certified Care Manager, and
Vivian Silva, Social Worker. This workshop pro-
vides an opportunity to explore the best options
for your future by explaining in-home care ser-
vices, the different types of senior communities,
public benefits, care coordination, and commu-
nity resources. Open to the public. Sign up at
lobby table.
Good Stress vs. Bad Stress
Monday, October 20, 10 – 11 am
This workshop, presented by El Camino
Hospital, teaches practical techniques to
manage the good and bad life stressors.
Members free, senior guests pay $5 day pass.
Sign up at the lobby table.
Medicare Update 2015
Monday, October 20, 11 am - 12:30 pm
Whether you are new to Medicare or want to
know more about Medicare, come join us for a
presentation by the Health Insurance Counsel-
ing and Advocacy Program. The presenter will
discuss the latest updates on Medicare and the
Part D plans for 2015. Open to public. Sign up at
lobby table.
LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES
Gourmet Cookies
Wednesday, October 15, 10 am – 1 pm
Join Chef Suzanne, cook book author and
sommelier, as she shows you how to make
gourmet cookies. She will teach you how to
make homemade pasta taste better by cutting
out preservatives and reducing sugar. You will
taste Outrageous Oatmeal Cookies; Mighty
Almond Biscotti dipped in high quality dark
Belgian Chocolate, and Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Chef Suzanne will take you on a historical tour to
the origin of the chocolate chip cookie as well.
Members fee $55.
Erhu (Chinese Violin) Class
Thursday, October 23 - January 8, 3 - 4:30 pm
This versatile two string Chinese violin can be
used to play Chinese classical music, western
contemporary music, such as pop, rock, and jazz.
The instructor will start from the basics. Bring
your own Erhu. Members fee $20.
RESOURCES
Blood Pressure Checks
Monday, October 13, 27, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Tuesday, October 7, 21, 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP)
Thursday, October 10, 24
Consultation on Medicare and health
insurance. Please call 408.777.3150 to schedule
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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 trips.
TOURS
Spain’s Classic, November 8 – 18, $4,249
double occupancy. Highlights including Madrid,
Royal Palace, Toledo, Cordoba, Seville, Flamenco
show, Granada, The Alahambra, Valencia, Lladro-
City of Porcelain, City of Arts & Sciences, Barcelo-
na, Gothic Quarter, La Sagrada Familia, Parc Guell.
San Juan Island Cruise, April 15 – 20, 2015,
$2,495. Small ship cruising, only 17 cabins. High-
lights include Roche and Friday Harbors, Fort
Casey, Mt. Vernon Tulip Farms, Deception Pass
Bridge, Bridge of Glass and Dale Chihuly, and
the most peaceful quiet nights you can imagine!
Space limited - sign up early. Travel Presentation
with Captain Jeff on Friday, October 24 at 2pm
Mackinac Island featuring the Grand Hotel,
May 16 – 23, 2015, $2,949. Highlights include
Greenfield Village and Henry Ford Museum,
Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, Green Bay,
Millennium Park, and Chicago.
Inspiring Iceland, August 16 – 24, 2015, $4,999
double occupancy. Small group travel-limited to
24. Highlights include Reykjavik, Golden Circle,
Thingvellir National Park, Snaefellsnes Peninsula,
Puffin Cruise, and Blue Lagoon.
Tuscan and Umbrian Countryside, October 16 –
26, 2015, $4,999. Italian small group travel-
limited to 24. Highlights include: exploring small-
er more authentic towns, a cooking class held in
a 16th century farmhouse, a home-cooked meal
at a local Umbrian’s family home, local wine tast-
ing, Volterra and Guamacci Museum, Assisi, San
Gimignano, Olive Oil factory, and more!
DAY TRIPS
Earthbound Farm,
Thursday, October 2, $104
Pippin,
Wednesday, October 8, $159
Sargent Equestrian Center,
Wednesday, October 15, $99
Out-to-Lunch Bunch,
Thursday, October 23
I Love Lucy Live on Stage,
Sunday, November 23, $141
Levi’s Stadium Tour,
Tuesday, November 25, $113
Kinky Boots,
Tuesday, December 9, $139
Yuletide Lights of Livermore,
Thursday, December 11, $114
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian
Nutcracker, Friday, December 19, $89
an appointment.
Housing
Wednesday, October 1, 15, 2 - 4 pm
Information on resources for senior housing
options. Please call 408.777.3150 to schedule
an appointment.
Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA)
Friday, October 3, 10, 17, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Free assistance to elders for basic legal matters
in public benefits, long-term care, elder abuse,
housing, consumer issues, incapacity planning,
probate alternative, and simple wills. Must be 60
or older and live in Santa Clara County. Please
call 408.777.3150 to schedule an appointment.
Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday, October 5, 5 - 6:30 pm, in Mandarin Thursday, October 16, 3 - 4:30 pm
Provides a safe place for family caregivers to
share their experiences and challenges. Join our
circle of support.
VOLUNTEERING
Hidden Treasures Sorting
Mondays, Through October 27, 1:30 – 4 pm
We need many volunteers to sort through do-
nated items on a weekly basis through October
27. You will get a sneak preview of the donated
items and have a lot of fun! To join this exciting
event, email Alex at alexf@cupertino.org or call
408.777.3150.
Front Desk Volunteer
Front Desk Volunteers create a bright, vibrant,
and wonderful place to be for the 50+ commu-
nity. Bi-lingual volunteers highly desirable. If you
are interested in becoming a Front Desk Volun-
teer or want to learn more, please contact Justin
at JustinC@cupertino.org or call 408.777.3150.
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eco news | october
Last Chance for Free
Organic Compost
This Year!
The City’s compost
site will be open (dur-
ing non-rainy, dry-site
conditions) until Sat-
urday, October 18, Fri-
days and Saturdays, 8:30
- 11 am at 11998 Stevens Canyon Road (Stevens
Creek Quarry across from the dam). The site will
then close for the winter months. Bring your own
shovel, containers, and proof of Cupertino resi-
dency. Weather permitting, the compost site will
reopen on March 20, 2015. Visit www.cupertino.org/compost for more information.
Free Backyard Compost Class in
Cupertino
A free backyard compost workshop is scheduled
for Saturday October 4, 10 am - 12 pm at Cuper-
tino’s Quinlan Community Center, 10185 North
Stelling Road. Register online with the County
of Santa Clara Home Composting Program at www.reducewaste.org/classes. Cupertino
residents may request a free backyard compost
bin (limit 1 per household) after attending a
class. Contact environmental@cupertino.org.
For more tips about eco-friendly and drought-
resistant gardening and landscaping designs,
visit www.bayareaecogardening.org.
Environmental Recycling & Document
Shredding DaySaturday, October 25
Gather up your old confidential documents, the
items you’ve been meaning to donate, and that
broken printer in your cupboard and head to
Environmental Recycling and Document Shred -
ding Day! It will be held on Saturday, October
25, 2014, 9 am - 1 pm in De Anza College’s
Parking Lot A. Accepted items are:
• Electronic waste (computers, monitors
and printers)
• Universal waste (batteries, cell phones,
CFLs and fluorescent tubes)
• Reusable furniture (not dirty, stained, or torn)
• Clothing
• Residential documents
(for confidential onsite
shredding; two box limit)
Please note: NO paint, toxic
chemicals, or mattresses
accepted.
For further information, con-
tact Recology at 408.725.4020.
This event compliments the FREE e-waste drop
off offered for Cupertino residents by Apple
Computer (now at 1326 Kifer Road in Sunnyvale).
Recycling Carts are for Dry Recyclables
The City has been investigating liquid leaking
from recycling trucks while they service resi-
dential recycling carts. Residents may not be
aware that liquid contaminates the dry recycling
stream and may be causing leakage onto Cu-
pertino streets. Used cooking oil can be placed
in a plastic container with a closed screw-top
and placed next to the recycling cart, but not in
it. Please make sure that all liquids are drained
from bottles and cans before placing them in a
recycling cart. This will prevent the leaking of
fluid from the trucks onto our streets and will
help with the efficiency of sorting our recycla -
bles.
Extra Garbage This Week?
Use Your Free On-Call Pick-Up
Cupertino households may select two free on-
call days per year. Each on-call collection allows
you to schedule pick up
of one of the following:
• Garbage
• Construction and
demolition debris
• Bulky goods
• Compostable materials,
yard waste and clean
wood waste
Contact Recology at 408.725.4020, Monday
through Friday during regular business hours.
Advance notice of 24 hours is requested.
Unused on-call collection days are not
transferable from one calendar year to the
next. For more information, visit www.recologysouthbay.com.
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Water Conservation Tips
In the Kitchen/Laundry Room:
• Operate your clothes washer and dish
washer with full loads only.
• Don’t leave the water running if you hand
wash dishes.
• Replace your clothes washer with a new
high-efficiency clothes washer, the sec-
ond highest water user indoors.
In the Bathroom:
• Fix toilet leaks.
• Shower instead of using the bath tub and
take shorter showers.
• Replace your old toilet, the largest water
user indoors. Consider replacing it with a
new and improved high-efficiency toilet.
These new models use 1.3 gallons per
flush or less. Rebates for high efficien-
cy toilets, high-efficiency clothes wash-
ers and landscaping are available from
the Santa Clara Valley Water District. See www.valleywater.org
• Install low-flow showerheads. Replace
older showerheads with new efficient
models that use 2.0 gallons per minute
or less.
• Turn off the tap while
brushing your teeth or
shaving.
In Your Yard:
Did you know that outdoor water con-
sumption typically accounts for at least
50% of residential water use?
• Water your lawn only when necessary.
Replace turf with drought tolerant plants.
• Set your irrigation schedule for the
season and your local conditions.
• Plant drought tolerant species.
• Upgrade your irrigation hardware. Re-
place high flow sprinklers with drip irri-
gation (where appropriate). Santa Clara
County residents may be eligible for re -
bates for irrigation hardware upgrades.
• Hydrozone: when planting, group plants
together according to their water needs
to avoid over-watering.
• Water during the cool part of the day,
before dawn.
• Use mulch to cover non-turf areas.
• Install shut-off nozzles on all garden hoses.
• Sweep sidewalks and driveways. Hosing
down pavement around your home can
waste hundreds of gallons. A broom is
the best tool for cleaning these areas.
• Don’t water the pavement.
• Prevent water runoff on slopes.
• Check your irrigation system often
for broken sprinkler heads and irrigation
tubing.
• Don’t let water run while washing the car.
• Use a pool cover.
FACT: The average household residence uses over 100,000 gallons of water (indoor and
outdoor) in one year (Source: EPA). That’s a lot of water! Do your part and help
ensure our water supply for the future.
The results are in and it looks like June 2014 was Earth's hottest June on record (Source: Na-
tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Combined with news that El Niño is look-
ing to be weaker and more moderate than expected, this means that water conservation
must continue to be a way of life. Mandatory state water conservation regulation is also go-
ing into effect. Do your part! There are many ways of conserving water both inside and out-
side the home; here are a few tips for making your home more water efficient:
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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
Excalibur Toastmasters*6:45 - 8 pm St. Joseph of Cupertino
School, Lyon's Den 10110 N.
De Anza Blvd.
408-245-5616 contact-2914@
toastmastersclubs.org
C.A.R.E.S 7:30 - 9 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 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 10823 Willowbrook Way 408.996.8850 osfamilies.org
Cupertino Toastmasters*6:30 pm Saint Joseph of Cupertino
School-Science Room, 10110 N.
De Anza Blvd.
650.492.0859
Ask for
Dorothy Liu
easy-speak.org
American Legion Post 642 7 pm 10201 Imperial Avenue #3 408.374.6392 sccgov.org/portal/site/va
Overeaters Anonymous*7 pm Union Church 408.857.6123 oa.org
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
Planetarium Shows*7 pm De Anza Planetarium 408.864.8814 planetarium.deanza.edu
Tournament of Bands, Morning
Parade MRC Support
9 - 11 am City Hall 408.777.3176
Tournament of Bands, evening drill
MRC support
4 - 10 pm City Hall 408.777.3176
Fine Arts League 7 pm Community Center 408.893.3907
Ask Janki Chokshi
falc.org
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.org/
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 10101 N. De Anza Blvd 408.447.0797 tandemtoastmasters.vsgcorp.com
Macintalkers Toastmasters*5:30 pm Apple Computer, 1 Infinite Loop macintalkers.com vppr@
macintalkers.com
Cupertino Rotary Club*Noon Community Center 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 - 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
Backboarding & Splinting Refresher
(CERT, MRC, CARES, Block Leaders)
7 - 9 pm City Hall 408.777.3176
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
Business Networking Intl.*7 am Arya Restaurant 408.996.9111 Cupertinobni.com
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 - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
American Association of University
Women
6:30-8 pm Moorpark Hotel 2nd Floor,
4241 Moorpark Ave, San Jose
408.996.7492 Susanps@sonic.net
Overeaters Anonymous*7 pm Union Church 408.759.2617 oa.org
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Cupertino Sister Cities 7:30 - 9:30 pm City Hall Conference Room A 408.867.2162 jeang8@hotmail.com
CARES Supplemental Training 6 - 9 pm City Hall 408.777.3176
CPR/AED Certification (CARES,
CERT, MRC, Block Leaders,
Neighborhood Watch, Public)
9 - 1 pm City Hall 408.777.3176
Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 am 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 cupertinoioof70.org
USGS guest speaker CAREs, CERT,
MRS, Block Leaders, Neighborhood
Watch, Public)
7 - 9 pm City Hall 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
Cupertino Quota*12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com
Viewfinders Digital Video Club 7:30 pm Community Center - In
Cupertino Room
408.520.1379 viewfindersclub.org
http://viewfindersclub.org/
Meetings.html
Malihini Orchid Society 7:30 pm Vallco Shopping Center 408.267.3397 malihini.org
West Valley CERT Skills
Exercise (CERT)
9 - 1 pm De Anza College 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA*10 - 1:30 Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 www.hssus.org
CCC Steering Committee 6:30 - 8:30 pm City Hall 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
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 Good Shepard Christian
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
OCT CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL
OCT 1 Library Commission (Conf. Rm. C)7 pm
OCT 1 Technology, Info & Communication Comm. (Conf. Rm. A) 7 pm
OCT 2 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 9:30 am
OCT 2 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
OCT 2 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall)7 pm
OCT 7 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
OCT 8 Teen Commission Meeting (QCC, Conference Room) 6:15 pm
OCT 9 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C)9 am
OCT 9 Administrative Hearing meeting 5 pm
OCT 9 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
OCT 14 Planning Commission(Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
OCT 15 Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
OCT 16 Audit Committee Meeting (Conf. Rm. A)4 pm
OCT 16 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)9 am
OCT 16 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm
OCT 21 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
OCT 22 Teen Commission Meeting (QCC, Conference Room) 6:15 pm
OCT 28 Planning Commission (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
OCT 23 Administrative Hearing meeting (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm
CITY MEETINGS
Unless otherwise noted, all City Council and Commission meetings are held at 10350 Torre Ave.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm; Fridays, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
*** These meetings will be seen live via webcast at www.cupertino.org/webcast, or on The City Channel, Cable 26.
For all city meetings’ agenda and minutes go to www.cupertino.org/agenda.
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SPECIAL MEETING, CLOSED SESSION TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2014
Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Sinks, Santoro, Wong Absent: None
Conducted interviews and appointed Shirley Chu to a full term ending January 2018
Obtained a briefing and gave direction regarding a Worker’s Compensation Claim
Presented the Proclamation to the Cupertino Library for its 10th anniversary
Received the presentation from AT&T regarding
infrastructure
Received update from the Foothill-De Anza college
District
Received the update from the Fremont Union High
School District
Approved the July 7 City Council Minutes
Approved the July 15 City Council Minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 14-184 Accepting Accounts
Payable for the period ending June 27, 2015
Adopted Resolution No. 14-185 Accepting Accounts Payable for period ending July 3, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-186 Accepting Accounts Payable for period ending July 11, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-187 Accepting Accounts Payable for the period ending July 18, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-188 Accepting Accounts
payable for period ending July 25, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-189 Accepting Accounts
Payable for the period ending August 1, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-190 Accepting Accounts
Payable for the period ending August 8, 2014
The Item regarding new position categories in the salary schedule for the Cupertino Employee Compensation
Program was postponed to September 2
Authorized the City Manager to amend the Lease Agree-ment with the regents of the University of California and
City of Cupertino for the Rolling Hills 4-H Clun at McClel-
lan Ranch Preserve for a five-year period ending August 31, 2019
Recommended approval of the Alcoholic Beverage Li-
cense Application for Coopervino, 19700 Vallco Parkway
Authorized the City Manager to award a contract to
O’Grady Paving, Inc., in the amount of $2,288,577.20; and
approved a construction contingency of $261,422.80 for a total of $2,550,000
Accepted Project No. 2013-02
Approved an amendment to an agreement between the
City of Cupertino and Pavement Engineering, Inc. (PEI) in
the amount not to exceed $637,500 from the date of ex-ecution through June 30, 2015, and authorized the director of Public Works to execute all necessary documents to carry out all phases of the pavement maintenance project
Accepted Project No. 2013-06
Conducted the second reading and enacted Ordinance
No. 14-2120, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino amending section 11.08.250 of the Cupertino Municipal code relating to bicycle lanes-designated”
Approved the Parks and Recreation Commission work plan for FY 2014-15 with the addition to explore partnerships with the Fine Arts commission, De Anza College, CUSD and
FUHSD to provide a Performing Arts Program to the City
Conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 14-121 “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino
amending sections 10.90.010 and 10.90.020 of Chapter
10.90 and adding section 10.90.045 of Chapter 10.90 and amending section 10.56.020 of Chapter 10.56 of Title 10 of the Cupertino Municipal Code to regulate outdoor
smoking” per attachment a-1 – amended draft ordinance
and with the amendment to simplify the signage posting
requirement to include the universal “No Smoking” symbol or wording.
Received the Civic Center Master Plan update report and gave direction
Adjourned the meeting to a closed session on Thursday,
Aug 21 at 5 pm. for a City Attorney Evaluation
CLOSED SESSION & REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Sinks, Santoro, Wong Absent: None
Continued Employee Performance Evaluation to September 9
Obtained briefing from Legal Counsel, gave direction, and no action taken
Presented a proclamation to Diana Ding recognizing the Ding Ding TV
Received presentation from Cupertino student delegates
regarding their recent trip to Toyokawa, Japan
Approved the August 19 City Council Minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 14-192 accepting accounts pay-able for the period ending August 15, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-193 accepting Accounts Pay-able for the period ending August 22. 2014
Authorized the City Manager to award the construction
contract with a construction contingency of up to 10% if the bids are within the established budget and there are no unresolved bid protests
Conducted the second reading and enacted Ordinance No. 14-2121, “An Ordinance of the City council of the City of Cupertino amending sections 10.90.010 abd 10.90.020
of Chapter 10.90 and adding section 10.90.045 of Chapter
10.90 and amending section 10.56.020 of Chapter 10.56 of Title 10 of the Cupertino Municipal code to regulate outdoor smoking
Regional Renewable Energy Procurement Project for the installation of solar power generation facilities at the Service Center
a. Accepted report on Bid Process with bid result;
b. Authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute
an energy services contract and related agreements
including bond forms, with Cupertino electric, incorpo-rated, for an amount not to exceed four hundred twenty-six thousand, two hundred seven dollars ($426,207.00)
for the complete design, construction, and installation
of one of the Regional Renewable Energy Procurement (R-REP) projects, for solar photovoltaic systems to be located at the Cupertino Service Center located at 10555
Mary Avenue;
c. Adopted Resolution No. 14-194 making findings nec-essary to authorize entering into an energy services con-
tract, including a finding that the total cost for the service
center solar project will be less than the anticipated clost
of electricity that would have been consumed at the Service Center and Don Burnett Bridge in the absence of the this system and that the terms of the award are in the
best interest of the City of Cupertino;
d.Authorized a design/construction contingency allow-ance of $64,000, approximately 15 percent of the value
of the energy service contract, to address unforeseen
conditions and for adjustments due to operational needs during construction, and authorize the Public Works Director to issue changes orders as necessary against the
allowance;
e. Authorized the City Manager to negotiate and execute other agreements related to the energy services contract,
including an operation and maintenance agreement
Approved the first amendment to the solid waste services franchise agreement requiring additional collection
services and expansion of organic processing services with
Recology. The amendment would be effective November 1, 2014 through January 31, 2019 and includes an option to negotiate a new Ten-Year agreement with Recology that could begin as early as January 31, 2017, contingent upon
Recology meeting first amendment requirements
Conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 14-2122:
“An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino
amending section 9.17.130 of Chapter 9.17 of Title 9 of
the Cupertino Municipal Code relating to the regulation of single-use carryout bags.”
Received Construction Project Update
Adjourned the meeting to Tuesday, September 9 at 5:05
pm for a closed session regarding the City Attorney evalu-
ation, followed by the City Manager Evaluation, City Hall Conference Room A, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino.
The September 16 Meeting was cancelled and the next
regular meeting is Tuesday, October 7.
council actions
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news items
S&G Discount Outlet Inc
10171 S De Anza Blvd
Viva Thai Bistro
19058 Steven Creek Blvd
Verbatim Language Instruction
20645 Celeste Cir
Pho Sunflower
21271 Stevens Creek Blvd, Ste 410
Lwin Family Co
20558 Steven Creek Blvd
California School of Art & Design
10601 S De Anza Blvd, Ste 101
Sprouts Farmers Market
20558 Steven Creek Blvd
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.
October 6, 7 & 10League of Women Voters: November Ballot:
The League of Women Voters presents the
state propositions on the November 2014
ballot. Don’t forget to register and to vote!
October 13, 14 & 17League of Women Voters: November Ballot:
The League of Women Voters presents the
state propositions on the November 2014
ballot. Don’t forget to register and to vote!
October 20, 21 & 24Cupertino Parks and Recreation – Discussion
of many subjects monitored by the Cupertino
Parks and Recreation Commission.
October 27, 28 & 31San Jose Fire Museum – “The Best Collection
No One Has Seen.” Come visit this wonderful
collection of firefighting equipment and mem-
orabilia. Learn about their efforts to find a new
home and make it a major tourist attraction.
Submission deadline for the October edition is October 8.
- Adult 50+ News, Continued from page 9
- Library News, Continued from page 7
Welcome New Businesses
one week and use the kit’s tools to install a range
of FREE utility conserving devices, also provided
in the kit (the devices are yours to keep!). Swing
by the Cupertino Library to borrow a kit to start
saving energy, water and money!
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
The Friends of the Cupertino Library Bestseller Collections:
Print, DVD and BluRay formats now available
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Li-
brary, these Bestseller Collections are designed
to make it easier than ever to find a bestselling
book or movie (in DVD or BluRay formats) when
you visit the Library. The items are available on a
first-come, first-served basis (no reserves).
Friends of the Cupertino Library Book Sale
Cupertino Community Hall Saturday, October 11, 9 am - 4 pm Sunday, October 12, 12 pm - 3 pm
Come on in and browse the gently-read books
for sale–you never know what treasures you
can find!
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Recreation & Community Services cupertino.org/recreationandcommunityservices
Main Line 408.777.CITY 408.777.3200
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