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HomeMy WebLinkAboutScene March 2013 - 03.01.2013Big Bunny Fun Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Earth Day & Arbor Day Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Crest Award Nominations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Distinguished Artist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Simply Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Roots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Cupertino Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-7 Childrens’ Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Adult, Teen and Family Programs . . . . . . .6-7 Adult 50 Plus News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9 Adult 50 Plus Programs/Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Eco News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Compost Available Again . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Pest Control Info Available . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 What to do with Hazardous Waste . . . . . . .10 Greenfingers to the Rescue . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Children’s Concert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Silicon Valley Reads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Summer Nature Days Outdoor Camp . . . . . . . .11 Community Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13 City Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Council Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 New Businesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 The Better Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 C O N T E N T S A Monthly Publication of The City of Cupertino Earth Day & Arbor Day Festival Saturday, April 6, 11 am – 3 pm, Civic Center Plaza The City of Cupertino will proudly host its 5th Anni- versary Earth Day & Arbor Day Festival on Saturday, April 6 from 11 am – 3 pm at the Civic Hall Plaza, right next to the library! – continued on page 2 – details on page 3 A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINO cupertino IN THIS ISSUE volume xxxvI no.2 | march 2013 CREST Award Nominations Nominations must be in the Public Affairs Office at City Hall by 4:30 pm on Friday, March 8, 2013 Big Bunny Fun Run March 30, 2013, 9 am, Cupertino Civic Center Events: 5K Run, 2.5K Walk, Kids Run Registration Includes: T-shirt, Raffle Ticket, and the Charity: Water Donation – continued on page 2 happenings in cupertino Looking to fill your family’s post-Easter, pre-spring-break weekend with the perfect balance of food truck sampling, hands-on art activities, live performance watching, and lots of environmental learning? The City has JUST the event for you! The 2013 event will showcase the ABCs and 123s of growing greener for the greater good: from looking under the hood of an electric vehicle, to learning how to compost, to understanding more about solar technolo- gies, to planting a native garden; there’ll be something for adults and kids alike. Please join the City and its 100+ nonprofit and business partners to explore new and fun ways you can help create a healthy, safe and environmentally vibrant community to live, learn, work and play. Calling All Environmental Partners! Are you looking for ways to amplify your organization’s outreach activities, boost your membership base or elevate green product sales? Consider hosting a booth at Cuper- tino’s 2012 Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 6th. This is a FREE event, with ~5,000 guests expected, can help to showcase the programs, services and products your organi- zation offers. Register your organization at: cupertinoearthday.eventbrite.com or contact erinc@cupertino.org for more information. Got Talent? Perform @ Earth Day! Are you a musician? A singer? A dancer? An entertainer? Do you have a song, poem, reading or performance piece that relates to the environment? If so, the City of Cupertino invites you or your group to share your talents with the public at the City’s 5th Annual Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 6th. Through artistry, the City hopes to create new ways for our community members to learn about and interact with the environ- ment. For more information, contact erinc@ cupertino.org. Community volunteers Needed! Is your organization looking for a unique (and super fun!) commu- nity service opportunity? Are you an individual interested in sharing your time to support a community-wide festival? If so, the City needs your help to en- sure the success of its 5th Annual Earth Day Festival. To register to volunteer, please visit: cupertinoearthdayvolunteers. eventbrite.com or to learn more, please contact michelag@cupertino.org. – Celebrate Earth Day, continued from page 1 The start of spring signals the time for the annual Big Bunny Fun Run, an event that celebrates our positive, healthy, and con- nected community. No matter your fitness level, there is something 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 par- ticipating in the Kids Run where everyone is a winner. The Big Bunny Fun Run is honored to support the Charity: Water as they work to provide clean water to needy commu- nities in the developing world. $5 of every registration will go towards 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. Charity: water is a non-profit organization bringing clean and safe drinking water to people in developing nations. The goal is to raise enough money to provide 200 people with access to clean water. For more information and regis- tration visit www.cu- pertino.org/bigbun- ny. –Big Bunny Fun Run, continued from page 1 cupertino scene march 2013 2 Distinguished Artist Award Application deadline: Friday, May 17, 4:30 pm. The Cupertino Fine Arts Commission is Accepting Applications for “Distinguished Artist” and “Emerging Artist” The Cuper- tino Fine Arts Commission welcomes applications for the 2013 “Distinguished Artist of the Year” and “Emerging Artist of the Year.” There is a cash award of $500 for winner in each category. The Fine Arts Commission’s purpose is to foster and encourage artists while preserv- ing and advancing the arts for the benefit of the citizens of Cupertino. Each year the Commission presents an award to one or more deserving artists in recognition of local talent. The Emerging Artist Award, for those ages 30 or younger, was established to encourage and recognize younger artists with artistic promise. The Distinguished Artist Award is for those ages 31 or older, whose work displays merit and excellence. The candidates must practice their art in Cupertino, or be residents and/or students in the community. Both performing and visual artists will be considered. Awards will be presented in the Fall. 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 informa- tion call City Clerk at 408.777.3217, or send email to cityclerk@cupertino.org. 3 – CREST Award Nominations, continued from page 1 The City of Cupertino is looking for the nominations for the 2013 CREST (Cupertino Recognizes Extra Steps Taken) Award. The CREST award honors outstanding community volunteers Individuals or organizations making major contributions to the quality of life in Cupertino during the 2012 calendar year are eligible to be nominated for the CREST Award. Individuals of all ages will be considered. The CREST Awards presentation will take place on Wednesday May 29, in the Community Hall. Any person, agency or organization is encouraged to submit nominees for consideration. All nominations should be submitted online, mailed or hand- delivered, to the Public Affairs Office at City Hall by 4:30 pm on Friday, March 8, 2013. Applications postmarked on or before this date will not be accepted if they do not arrive by the deadline. Forms may be sent or brought to the Public Affairs Office, City Hall, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014. Individuals may not nominate themselves nor may an organization nominate itself. A relative may not nominate a family member, and past recipients of CREST within the last five years are ineligible. Nominees need not reside in the City of Cupertino; however, the efforts for which they are being nominated should strongly impact the Cupertino community. For more information on the award and the nomination form, visit www.cupertino.org/crest. Emily Zhang, 2012 Emerging Artist Winner “untitled (flowers)” Carrie Zeidman, 2012 Distinguished Artist Winner “Freedom Roses in the East” volume xxxvi number 2 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 | march Smart Phone Apps for Safety, Emergency Preparedness, and Disaster Information As the smart phones becomes more preva- lent you should load the apps which may save your life, provide information on being more prepared and keep your family safe when a disaster strikes. The following are just a few examples of the available apps for iPhones or Android phones. Be sure to check the ratings and reviews before you purchase any apps. Ready 95014 – Cupertino’s app that provides information on how to prepare for disasters which may affect Cupertino, what you should do after a disaster, and quick ac- cess to Cupertino Radio which will broadcast local information after a disaster. (Free) FEMA – Provides information on disaster preparation and checklists, recovery tips, maps of disaster recovery centers and shel- ters. (Free) First Aid by American Red Cross – Provides basic emergency first aid information for the most common types on injuries. (Free) GPSHelpMe! – Maps of your location. With a few clicks will send out a message via email or SMS on your GPS location, nature of the problem, and important rescuer medi- cal information to a predetermined contact list. A must for hikers, boaters and everyone in or traveling to an earthquake, tornado, tsunami, or hurricane zone. ($4.99) ICE (In Case of Emergency) – Provides information on the login screen for the phone number to your emergency contacts, basic health information for emergency responders. ($1.99) Earthquake by American Red Cross – Gives information on how to plan ahead and information on current earthquakes in your area. After a major earthquake it will help direct you to any open shelters. (Free) Wildfires by American Red Cross – Gives information on how to plan ahead and infor- mation on current wildfires in your area. It will direct you what to do in the event of a wildfire in your area. (Free) Pet First Aid: For Your Dog, Cat, Puppy, or Kitten – Help with First Aid to pets in an emergency or just in the everyday life of your pet. Track pet vaccinations and other information on your pet. Information on lethal doses of various items your pet may ingest. ($3.99) Pocket First Aid & CPR from the American Heart Association – This app has hundreds of videos and information on CPR, choking, bites, bruises, burns, seizures, diabetic emergencies and more. ($1.99) Web Resources for Disaster Preparedness and Related Information Even if you do not own a smart phone you can look up lots of valuable information on the Internet. Here are just a few of the many web sites which offer valuable local and general information. www.cupertino.org – Look under ‘Emergency Preparedness’ for local disaster and emergency information. Local emergency reporting stations and volunteer opportunities are listed here. www.sccgov.org/sites/scc/healthandsafety/ Pages/Disaster-Preparedness.aspx - Look here for Santa Clara County Emergency Preparedness information. www.ready.gov/are-you-ready-guide - This is the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) site which contains valu- able disaster preparedness and recovery information. Remember, the above represent only a few of the local sources for information and ser- vices related to disaster preparedness. Many classes and volunteer opportunities exist in Cupertino which enable you to prepare yourself and ‘give back’ to the community. If you do only one thing to prepare this month… Load a few emergency apps on your smart phone or look at a few web sites on emergency preparedness. – Continued on page 15 cupertino scene march 2013 4 roots | b y G a i l F r e t w e l l - H u g g e r Blooming mustard is coloring the hills and small areas of the valley with yellow. I did a ROOTS story on mustard some years ago... imagine a valley full of mustard as tall as a horse... with huge grizzly bears sleeping in it, hidden from unwary travelers picking their way through. A startled snort from the horse and its’ rider knew there was dan- ger very close! Imagine that confrontation... very scary! We zip through the valley on freeways now... the mustard grows much smaller in patches on the hills and the grizzlies are long gone. We have our own dangers from speeding cars and trucks. Found some nice pictures of bygone eras in our val- ley’s history and thought you all might like to see them. One photo shows a large Native American grinding bowl and pestle. These bowls and long grinding tools used to be found near the many creeks that wind down from the mountains. Grandmother saved several found on the old ranch near Regnart Creek and Genevieve Ziegler saved a couple of very large bowls found farther up the canyon. Since the tools were made of stone, they were very heavy and probably not moved around very much. It would have been pleas- ant, grinding acorns and seeds near the creeks. Another photo shows a man called “Old Marcello”, one the last of the mission Native Americans. It was estimated he was nearly 130 years old at the time of his death. That age would probably have been determined by his mem- ories of events, storms, floods, droughts and corroborated by others. Marcello was 6 1/2 feet tall, an unusual height for that day. I don’t know if his memories were recorded – that would be research for another day. One can only imagine the changes Marcello saw in his lifetime. The Spanish explorers came and the first settlements in our valley were the missions and presidios at San Jose and Santa Clara. Mexican law at the time prohibited outsiders from entering California without permission. They knew that the rich lands and favor- able climate would draw people who would pose a threat and take away the land. When Yankee trappers like Jedediah Smith and his friends came, they weren’t put in jail but had to promise to leave and not return to California. One of the mission padres, Father Duran, even gave them food and clothing. Of course Smith did come back to California – his party was attacked by Native Americans and ten trappers were killed. Then the rest were arrested and put in jail. They were once more expelled from California and went to Oregon, where all but Smith and two others were killed by the natives. Smith River in northern California is named after the trapper and explorer. The discovery of gold changed California’s history forever. We became part of the United States in just two years, due to the huge influx of human- ity from the east, mid-west and countries around the world – not surprisingly, California has been grow- ing ever since. In our valley, “gold” was in the rich and fertile soil and now our “gold” is in the healthy business and academic climate. Our “gold” is also in the people who live, work, play, worship and contribute much to our community, valley and country. Fast forward to the machine age and our final picture shows a bucolic drive over the Santa Cruz Mountains. There was no date on the picture but the cars look like 1930’s models. Highway 17 was a two-lane road with wide shoulders. Three cars in the photo - no traffic and probably travel- ing around 35-40 miles an hour. A lovely, leisurely Sunday drive. Bits n’ Pieces n’ Pictures A. D. B.C. A. We can go to Santa Cruz on this beautiful paved highway. The Indians had to cross the mountains on foot through narrow paths which they made themselves. – Picture courtesy San Jose Chamber of Commerce. B. The first men who came to California across the mountains from the East were trappers. – Picture courtesy University of California. C. This is “Old Marcello” one of the last Santa Clara Valley Indians. He was six and one half feet tall and lived to be 130 years old. His clothes are American. – From an old picture D. This is an Indian grind stone. It was found many years ago near Lawrence Station, not far from where Jefferson Union School is now. – From an old picture. volume xxxvi number 2 5 cupertino library Featured Program SUPPORT OUR TROOPS: CARE PACK- AGE COLLECTION AT THE CUPERTINO LIBRARY South Bay Blue Star Moms and the Cuper- tino Library invite you to donate items for care packages to be sent to soldiers on ac- tive duty. You can drop off your care pack- age items at the Cupertino Library during open hours. The most requested items are power bars, beef jerky, instant coffee and cocoa, tea, sunflower seeds, nuts, instant oatmeal, tuna in foil packs, DVD movies, music CDs, comic books, crossword puz- zles, sunscreen and lotions. For a complete list of items needed by troops, visit the website SouthBayBlueStarMoms.org and click on “Support”. 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 Chil- dren’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 Cupertino Library for its generous sponsorship of many of the Library’s programs for children and families. CUPERTINO CINEMA CLUB Thursday, March 14, 4 pm Cupertino Library Story Room School-aged children are invited. Patrons may call 408.446.1677 x3321 for the free movie title. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library. HEALTHY MEALS FOR KIDS WITH CHEF SCOTT DAvIS Sunday, March 17, 12 – 1 pm Cupertino Community HallProgram for children ages 6 - 11. Registration in person at the Children’s Reference Desk is required. Get The Culinary Dude, Chef Scott Davis, to show you how to let your imagination soar in the kitchen. With the goal of em- powering people in the kitchen, his class- es and programs are presented in a non- threatening, pressure-free environment. Programs for Teens TEEN TRIvIA CHALLENGE Thursday, March 14, 7 – 8 pm Cupertino Library Story Room Got all the right answers? Do you really know jack? If so, join us for this fun-filled event that is sure to put your smarts to the test in Cupertino Library’s, first-ever, Teen Trivia Challenge. Teams will compete by answering questions in various categories that include: geography, science, music, movies, pop culture, and local history. Sign up as a team, or compete by yourself. No more than 5 people per team. Snacks and beverages will be served. Winning team receives free gift cards. Registration is re- quired and can be done at the Cupertino Library’s 2nd floor adult reference desk, or call 408.446.1677. Ages 12 –19 only. TEEN IRON CHEF Sunday, March 17, 2 - 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall Just like the TV show, but now it’s your turn to put your cooking skills to the test! Don’t miss out on the food and fun as teen participants split into teams and are giv- en thirty minutes to create a delicious dish that will be evaluated by a guest judge. In- gredients and appliances will be provided. All skill levels are welcome to participate. Registration is required and can be done at the Cupertino Library’s 2nd floor adult ref- erence desk, or call 408.446.1677. Ages 12 –18 only. TEEN BOOK CLUB Thursday, March 21, 4 – 5 pm Cupertino Library Story Room Join us for fun, friends, and food as our Teen Book Club discusses the chilling, mystery, The Body of Christopher Creed by Carol Plum-Ucci. Register and pick up 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 The Cupertino Library will be closed Sunday, March 31 for Easter. cupertino scene march 2013 6 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. Programs for Adults SILICON vALLEY READS 2013 EvENT: A Staged Reading of Back Home Sunday, March 3, 2 pm Cupertino Community Hall Local celebrities join young actors for this staged reading of Back Home, by Chicago journalist and author Julia Keller, the sto- ry of a family’s reactions when Dad returns from combat with several injuries. SILICON vALLEY READS 2013 EvENT: Two Movie Screenings Saturday, March 9, 2 and 3:15 pm Cupertino Library Story RoomThe Cupertino Library is pleased to present: Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq 2 – 3:15 pm Actor James Gandolfini interviews 10 soldiers and Marines about their feelings on their future, their physical and psychological disabilities, and their devotion to America. Striking a Chord 3:15 - 3:45 pm The second screening a special film that brings the audience into the army bases in Iraq, showing the boredom and isolation, the effect of repeated deployments, and the need to create experiences that bring the troops some consolation. ESL CONvERSATION CLUB Fridays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 1 - 2:30 pm, Cupertino Community Hall Please join us for this fun learning experi- ence. Stop by and improve your English listening and speaking skills, and learn about other cultures in a friendly, casual setting. All levels are welcome. Native speak- ers of English who would like to volunteer to assist with the ESL Conversation Club, please e-mail wjaw@sccl.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library. vITA – FREE TAx ASSISTANCE Saturdays, March 2, 16, 23, 30, 1 – 5 pm, Cupertino Library Story Room VITA and the Asian Pacific American In- ternal Revenue Employees (ASPIRE) will provide free help filing your income taxes. Assistance is available in English, Chinese, Hindi, and Tagalog. Assistance will be provided on a first come, first served basis. For best results, please bring the following documents with you: • 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 return (if you have it) FAFSA WORKSHOP Monday, March 11, 6 – 8 pm Cupertino Community Hall Planning to attend college or graduate school in the 2013 - 14 school year? Then don’t miss this Financial Aid Workshop. It will cover the financial aid process, types of grants, requirements for financial aid, and how to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid online (FAFSA. gov). This workshop will be held in an open house, hands-on format, so please bring a laptop, your / your parents’ Social Security number, your / your spouse’s or parents’ financial records including the most recent 1040A or 1040EZ tax form or the most recent W-2, recent bank statements, busi- ness and investment records, your driver’s license number and Alien Registration number to get the most out of the program. MASTER GARDENERS: Growing Tomatoes Wednesday, March 13, 7 – 8:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall Cupertino Library’s informational “Master Gardeners” programs continue this month with a summer preview. Come learn from UC Cooperative Extension Master Gar- dener Alice Schwegman about growing your own tomatoes and how to keep them healthy throughout the season. We’ll cover the basics as well as season-long integrated pest management for tomatoes. CHINESE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Thursday, March 14, 10:30 am – 12 pm Cupertino Community Hall The group will read and discuss Zettai hinkon :sekai riaru hinkongaku kogi by Kota Ishii. This program is conducted in Mandarin Chinese. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library. continued on page 11 continued on page 15 volume xxxvi number 2 7 7 adult 50 plus news The Stay Active Fund is about helping adults 50+ remain active, engaged, and participat- ing at the Cupertino Senior Center. This fund provides assistance to offset the cost for senior center membership and registration for classes and events. The program is avail- able from November 1 to June 30, or until the funds are depleted. Please contact the senior center 408.777.3150 for more details. volunteer Corner William Arthur Ward once said, “Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” The Cupertino Senior Center would like to invite you to share your stories of a time you felt gratitude. With your story you may lead someone to action, inspire a good deed, or brighten someone’s day. Share your stories – Please Celebrate Service and National Volunteer Week with us by telling us about the impact volunteers are having in your community. As Synthia Ozick suggests, “We often take for granted the very things that most deserve our grati- tude.” This is an opportunity for you to recognize a friend or a volunteer effort that may have been over looked. We will select one story for each day of the week for Na- tional Volunteer Week to share on our web- site (cupertino.org/50plus) and Facebook cupertino.org/seniorcenterfacebook) page. Please submit your stories to Justin Cecil at SeniorCntr@cupertino.org or drop them by the Cupertino Senior Center front desk. The deadline for submissions is April 17, 2013. Find your volunteer opportu- nities with the Cupertino Senior Center and the City of Cupertino by visiting us online at www.cupertino.org/volunteer or simply stop by our front desk. Happening Now! Sandlot Social 2013 Thursdays, 9 am – 12 pm Join us for the love of the game; softball for 50+ has hit Cupertino so dust off your cleats and oil the glove. The Memorial Park softball field will be the home of the Sandlot Social on Thursday mornings in 2013. Warm-up and batting practice will begin at 9am with a pick-up game starting promptly at 10am. Fee is $38 for the year. St. Patrick’s Day and Birthday Bash Wednesday, March 13, 12 pm Wear your green! We are celebrating March birthdays and St. Patrick’s Day together with a traditional home-cooked-style corned beef with all the trimmings. For entertain- ment, Phil Lenihan, a senior center vol- unteer, will play Highland pipes and Irish dancers will perform their traditional dances. Members with March birthdays will be honored. Member fee $10, senior guest add $5 day pass. Space limited. Bingo Pizza Lunch Friday March 22, 12 – 1 pm Enjoy a pizza lunch before gearing up to play Friday afternoon Bingo. Benefits from the lunch help sustain the lively bingo program. Pre-registration is required. $8 for members, senior guest add $5 day pass. Age Well, Drive Smart Senior Driver Safety Seminar Wednesday, March 6, 9 am – 1 pm This seminar is presented by the California Highway Patrol. Topics covered include: myths about older drivers, compensating for age- related changes, rules of the road, safe driv- ing tips, and much more. The course includes a certificate of completion, some insurance companies have accepted for discount, but it does vary depending on the company. Members free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Please sign up at the senior center lobby table. Afternoon Tea with Teens Monday, March 18, 3 - 4:30 pm Experience the elegance and tradition of afternoon tea with the Cupertino Teen Commission at the senior center. Immerse yourself in good conversation and charm of a fancy hat contest. In addition to tea, the sandwiches and hors d’oeuvres will be scrumptious. Pre-registration required. Members only, $5. RTC Clipper Card Presentation Monday, March 11, 10 – 11 am Learn how to use the new Clipper Card to pay fares on bay area transit systems, such as Muni, BART, AC Transit, VTA etc. The Clipper Card also serves as proof of eligibility to ride at reduced fares. English/Mandarin. Members free, senior guest pay $5 day pass New Classes – Reasonably Priced Maintain Your Personal Computer Tuesday, March 19 – April 16, 1 – 3 pm Prevent computer catastrophes and learn how to repair problems as well as give your computer new life. Must bring a fully charged laptop. Member fee $22 PC Email Tuesday, March 19 - April 16, 10 – 12 pm Students will sign up for a FREE permanent personal e-mail account to be used in and out of class. Will learn how to: send/receive email, send/open attachments/web sites, create a document in WORD to send in e-mail, open a ‘dead’ web site, send text files/pictures as an attachment, create an cupertino scene march 2013 8 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 Call the Senior Center at 408.777.3150 for reservations or more information on any trip. TOURS ReDiscover Cuba – A Cultural Exploration, March 10 - 18, 2013, $4,219 per person, double occupancy Travel to Cuba to participate and engage in a full- time schedule of activities involving meaningful interaction between you and local people. Highlights include Trinidad, Cienfuegos, Havana, and Ernest Hemingway’s home. Space limited, sign up soon! Kentucky – Unbridled Spirit, April 15 - 19, 2013 Experience the horse capital of the world, Bourbon County, young Abraham Lincoln, and the unique character of the cities, and towns that make Kentucky…. Kentucky! Discover Switzerland, Austria, and Bavaria, September 18 - 27, 2013, $4,406 double occupancy Highlights include Chateau de Chillon, Bern Dian Around, Montreux Golden Pass Panoramic Train, Gstaad, Lucerne, Innsbruck, Austrian Alps Salzburg, Mirabell Gardens, St. Peter’s Restaurant Bavaria, Oberammergau, and more! DAY TRIPS Out-to-Lunch Bunch – Elephant Bar, Tuesday, March 5 Flower Power with Gary, Friday, March 8, $50 China’s Terracotta Warriors, Tuesday, March 12, $65 Paragon Livermore Outlets, Wednesday, March 27, $37 Golden Gate Fields, Thursday, April 4, $78 See What’s Blooming at Golden Gate Park, Thursday, April 11, $99 Jersey Boys, Wednesday, April 24, $99 History by the Bay with Gary, Thursday, May 9, $99 Your Call into Jack London’s Wild, Thursday, May 16, $91 Napa and the Napa River, Thursday, May 23, $159 Carmel-by-the-Sea, Wednesday, May 29, $39 A Tale of Two Towns with Gary, Tuesday, June 4, $99 Big Sur and Point Sur Lighthouse, Tuesday, June 11, $71 Progressive Lunch at the Ferry Building, Wednesday, June 19, $79 Stanford Theatre Encore Performance, Thursday, June 27, $39 address book, create group mailings, set necessary ‘security’ measures, and block unwanted e-mails. Member Fee $22 Mind Fitness Thursday, March 21 - May 9, 1:30 – 3 pm Play games, puzzles, brain exercises and group activities that will stimulate and improve mental function and keep the brain young. Member fee $20 ZUMBAlates Monday, February 25 - April 15, 5:30 - 6:30 pm This new evening combo exercise class is for you! Warm up with Pilates; strengthen your core muscles with Yoga; then low impact aerobics to the Latin music of Zumba Gold. For all levels. Member fee $45 Spring Chickens Fitness Monday & Wednesday, March 4 - May 1, 2:30 - 3:30 pm Back by popular demand! This chair-based fitness class was designed by the Gener- ations Community Wellness to improve strength, balance, and flexibility for students with a wide range of abilities. Sign up and get moving, every little bit helps. Member fee $50 Japanese Conversation-Easy Monday, April 8 - June 3, 1 – 2 pm Learn easy Japanese conversation and phrases that are used in everyday situations. The instructor will teach basic Japanese vocabulary and grammar. Member fee $20 Ballroom Dance Class Wednesday, 1:30 - 3:30 pm March 6 - March 27 – Cha Cha April 3 - April 24 – Salsa Come and meet Steve Beasley and Jean Hsu, our new dance instructors, they have been teaching at area senior centers for many years and participate in dance competitions. Join them for fun and exercise. Member fee $25 each month. Learn to Play Ukulele Tuesday, April 2 - May 21, 3:15 - 4:15 pm Introduction to Basic Ukulele- Class will cover basic Ukulele chords, intro to strum- ming, and basic music theory, with an em- phasis on Folk and Country Music, No pre- vious ukulele experience required. Bring your “C” tuned soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele tuned to G-C-E-A. Member fee $20 The Better Part, See page 15 volume xxxvi number 2 9 eco news | march Compost Available Again for Cupertino Residents - March 22 The City’s compost site reopens on Friday, March 22 (providing it doesn’t rain). The Ste- vens Creek Quarry site located at 12100 Stevens Canyon Road (across from the dam) will be open for compost pickup on Friday and Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 11 am, at no charge. No appointments are necessary. The site is closed during rainy weather or if the site remains muddy, and on the week- end following the 4th of July. If it is raining or drizzling any- where in Cupertino or at the compost site, then the compost site must close. Even if it is sunny, but there are mud puddles at the compost site, it must be closed to comply with State stormwater mud-tracking prevention requirements. • Only city residents can use this program. Please bring proof of residency. • There will not be any staff at the site to assist residents shovel compost or move bags. • Bring adequate shovels and people to help. • Residents are limited to 15 minutes of shoveling 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. Please do not put the compost soil onto your lawn. The compost is very rich in nutrients, and should be mixed in equal portions with the other soil in your garden. Pest Control Info Available Did you know that commonly used pesticides containing chlorpyrifos, diazinon and Pyrethroids are toxic to you, your pets and local water- ways? If harmful chemicals are used in landscapes, gardens, and around your home, they may wash off plants, soils, and grass as stormwater runoff and flow to the nearest drain inlet. Stormwater drainage ultimately carries polluted water, via a local creek, to the Bay without treatment. Pest control fact sheets with information on less-toxic products and techniques are available at two local nurseries in Cupertino: Yamagami’s and Summer- winds. The fact sheets and Watershed Watch discount cards are available at www.mywatershedwatch.org. What to do with Your House- hold Hazardous Waste? Cupertino residents, please contact Waste Management (WM) at your door ser- vice to schedule your household hazardous waste collection. WM will now collect home fire extinguishers and smoke detectors as well. If ar- rangements must be made for quick collection, please contact City staff for assis- tance at 408.777.3354 or by emailing environmental @cupertino.org. Regular appointments for collection can be made at www. wmatyourdoor.com or by calling 800.449.7587. Greenfingers to the Rescue The wildlife at McClellan Ranch Preserve and Blackberry Farm has a new ally through Monday Morning Greenfin- gers. Sponsored by Acterra and the City of Cupertino, this intrepid crew of community volunteers removes invasive plants, mulches, and sets out native plants in habitat areas. This is very good news for local wildlife which depend on native plants to provide the food and shelter they need. Volunteers are welcome to participate on a regular basis or only occasionally as suits their schedule. For more information on how you can help, please contact joannem@ acterra.org. We also meet some Saturdays and can accommodate groups throughout the week by appointment. cupertino scene march 2013 10 news items 2013 Cupertino Silicon valley Reads Enter the Essay Contest! The Cupertino Library Foundation is sponsoring the 2013 Cupertino Silicon Valley Reads essay contest on two books about the “invisible wounds of war.” These books have been selected for Silicon Valley Reads 2013, the regional program that asks everyone in Santa Clara County to read the same books, at the same time, and talk about them. This year’s essay contest question is: “In 500 words, reflect on a difficult personal experience with which you, your family or a friend were involved. How is this experience similar to, or different from, the challenges faced by either Brian Castner, the author of The Long Walk, or Sue Diaz, the author of Minefields of the Heart? What lessons did you learn from either of these authors that would be helpful in dealing with your difficult experience? The entry deadline for the essay contest is Monday, March 18, 2013, before midnight. Two grand prizes of $500 will be awarded to a teen and adult winner. There are also two second place prizes of $300. Complete contest rules and how to submit essays may be found at: www.cupertinolibraryfoundation.org Summer Nature Days: Outdoor Day Camp Adventures for Grades 2-6 July 22 – 26, 9 am – 3 pm Bugs, Birds, Plants, Creeks, and more! Join Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society, the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District and Shoreline at Mountain View to ex- plore the wonderful world – a great chance to be outdoors and get dirty! Each day will explore a unique theme at a different location; par- ents will be responsible for transportation to each location. Full details are available on the SCVAS website (www.scvas.org - click on “Kids’ Corner”). The cost is $295/child, there is a multi-child discount for families. Scholarships are available for families in need. To register, please call 408.252.3740, or send an e-mail to programs@scvas.org. volume xxxvi number 2 11 community calendar 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 20920 McClellan Rd.408.996.0558 osfamilies.org/ Planetarium Shows*7 pm De Anza Planetarium 408.864.8814 planetarium.deanza.edu 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 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 Communicater Toastermasters 7 am 10181 Finch Avenue- Bethel Lutheran Church 408.673.182 jwassocs.com Cupertino Coin Club 7:30 pm West Valley Pres. Church 6191 Bollinger Ave. CupertinoCoinClub.com Viewfinders Digital Video Club 7:30 pm Community Center-In Cupertino Room 408.996.0750 viewfindersclub.org Cupertino Quota 12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com American Association of University Women 11 am Sunnyvale Presbyterian Church 728 West Fremont Ave. 408.298.656 eadorable@sbcglobal.net Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA* 10 - 1:30 Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 www.hssus.org Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 am 20589 Homestead Rd. 408.252.3954 cupertinoioof70.org Fine Arts League 7 pm Community Center 408.863.9991 Ask for 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.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 Pruneridge Avenue 408.447.0797 tandemtoastmasters.vsgcorp. com Macintalkers Toastmasters* 5:30 pm Apple Computer, 1 Infite 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 Ave. San Jose 408.209.7251 cupertinohostlionsclub.org 2 SAT 4 MON 5 TUE 8 FRI 13 WED 14 THUR 16 SAT 17 SUN 18 MON 20 WED MAR CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL Submit information about clubs and organizations meeting in Cupertino to Brittany Morales, City of Cupertino, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 95014, 408.777.1312, brittanym@cupertino.org Clubs with asterisks meet more than once monthly. Call the contact number for details. cupertino scene march 2013 12 21 THUR 22 FRI 26 TUES 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 408.253.8394 oa.org Food Addicts in Recovery (FA)* 7 pm St. Jude's Church 408.354.8493 foodaddicts.org/ Embroiderers' Guild of America 7 pm Sunny View Retirement Community 408.996.8119 ega-gpr.org Cupertino Las Madres*10 - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org Malihini Orchid Society 7:30 pm Hewlett-Packard, Oak Rm. 408.267.3397 malihini.org Montevideo premiere at BlueLight Cinemas see showtimes 21275 Stevens Creek Blvd. Cupertino 408.255.2552 bluelightcinemas.com Alcoholics Anonymous* Women's Group 7 pm Bethel Luth. Church, 940 S. Stelling Rd. 408.374.8511 aasanjose.org Al-ANON Family Group*5 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 10181 Finch Ave., Fireside Room 408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg Cupertino Kiwanis*Noon The Blue Pheasant 408.252.383 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 Knights of Columbus 4981* 7:30 pm 10201 Imperial Ave.296.8146 kofc.org/un/ Cupertino Men's Service*Noon The Blue Pheasant Cupertino Sr. TV Production* 9:30 am Senior Center 252.2667 MAR CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL MAR 5 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm MAR 6 Library Commission (EOC)7 pm MAR 7 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)9:15 am MAR 7 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm MAR 7 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall)***7 pm MAR 12 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm MAR 13 Teen Commission (QCC Conf. Rm.)6:15 pm MAR 13 Technology, Info & Communication Comm.(Conf. Rm. A)7 pm MAR 14 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C)9 am MAR 14 Administrative Hearing (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm MAR 14 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm MAR 19 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm MAR 20 Bicycle Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm MAR 21 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)9 am MAR 21 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm MAR 26 Planning Commission (Community Hall)***6:45 pm MAR 26 Fine Arts Commission (Conf. Rm. A)6:15 pm MAR 27 Teen Commission (QCC Conf. Rm.)6:15 pm MAR 28 Administrative Hearing (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, or on The City Channel, Cable 26. For all city meetings’ agenda and minutes go to www.cupertino.org/agenda volume xxxvi number 2 13 REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2013 Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Santoro, Sinks, Wong Absent: None Presented Proclamation for the 94th Anniversary of Quota International Reviewed the 2012 Community Survey Approved the January 15 City Council minutes Adopted Resolution No. 13-008 to accept Ac- counts Payable for period ending January 11, 2013 Adopted Resolution No. 13-009 to accept Ac- counts Payable for period ending January 18, 2013 Accepted the Treasurer’s Investment and Budget Report for Quarter ending December 2012 Amended the Memorandum of Understanding providing access for CAL-ID Extended the agreement for consultation services with BAZ Industries Adopted Resolution No. 13-010 to amend the Public Agency Retirement System 457 FICA alter- native retirement plan for part-time, seasonal and temporary employees Authorized the Director of Public Works to award the contract to Breneman, Inc. in the amount of $199,858.00, and approved the construction contingency of $19,000.00 for a total of $218,858 for the 2012 Reconstruction of Curbs, Gutters and Sidewalks, Project No. 2012-07 Approved Alcoholic Beverage license for Szechuan House, Inc., 20956 Homestead Road, Suite A1 Approved Alcoholic Beverage license for Freebirds World Burrito, 20688 Stevens Creek Blvd. Approved Alcoholic Beverage license for Kong Tofu & BBQ, 19626 Stevens Creek Blvd. Postponed Resolution No. 13-011, Ordinance No. 13-2102, and Ordinance No. 13-2103 items to March 5th Conducted First Reading of Ordinance No. 13- 2105 “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Cupertino amending sections 8.03.010 and 13.01.130(d) of the Cupertino Municipal Code regarding waterfowl management by adding an off leash dog exception for City-authorized events and programs” Approved the Mitigated Negative Declaration and its Mitigation Monitoring Program Adopted Resolution No. 13-012 approving GPA- 2012-01 Conducted First Reading of Ordinance with the conduction that staff meet with the residents of Casa De Anza to work on mitigating factors to be determined by staff and residents Added $100,000 to the project budget for a total amount not to exceed $450,000 with the condition to add an additional $50,000 to go toward a buffer at the neighboring property line Authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders (CCO) to the extent that total proj- ect expenditures do not exceed the amount of the project budget council actions Library News, Continued from Page 7 @ YOUR SERvICE: PERSONAL E-READER TUTORIALS BY APPOINTMENT Mondays, March 4, 11, 18, 25, 4 - 6 pm 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 con- sultation with our Electronic Resources Librarian! 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 ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Thursday, March 21, 7 - 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room The Cupertino Library Book Discussion Group will be reading The Paris Wife by Paula McLain. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library. FOCUS ON FOOD PROGRAM Olive Oil Tasting Saturday, March 24, 2 – 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall Meet Carol Firenze, author of The Passion- ate Olive: 101 Things to do with Olive Oil for a fun, informational talk and an olive oil tasting. Get Carol’s tips on how to choose the best. Olive oil isn’t just for salads! BIG HISTORY: An Introduction to (Nearly) Everything with John Hostettler March 20, 7 - 8:30 pm: Intro to Big History March 27, 7 - 8:30 pm: Cosmic History Cupertino Library Story Room Join chemistry professor John Hostettler as he explores BIG HISTORY — from the Big Bang to the formation of the Earth to the evolution of life to modern human his- tory. Professor Hostettler uses DVDs from the Teaching Company to supplement his exciting lectures. This is a nine-pro- gram series that will continue through the Spring 2013. Also at the Cupertino Library: KNITTING AT THE LIBRARY Every Tuesday from 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. cupertino scene march 2013 14 news items Submission deadline for the April edition is March 6. Simply Safe, Continued from Page 4 Welcome New Businesses Aloft Cupertino F&B LLC 10165 N De Anza Blvd Alpha Quantitative investment inc 20863 Stevens Creek Blvd Ste 450 Azul Hospitality Aloft 10165 N De Anza Blvd Eshvar Holdings inc 20540 Stevens Creek Blvd Guan Dong House inc 10851 N Wolfe Rd Howard Scott Warshaw, MFT 21760 Stevens Creek Blvd Ste 201 infinite Loop Hotel LLC 10165 N De Anza Blvd QQ Noodle 10889 S Blaney Rd Ave Szechuan Home 20956 Homestead Rd Ste A1 Teralink Communications USA 7335 Bollinger Rd Ste G The Better Part The programs listed below are aired on Mondays at 4:30 pm on Channel 15. The repeat showings are on Channel 15 at 7 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays. MARCH 4,5 & 8 American Legion – The American Legion offers valuable services for members of the military, past and present. MARCH 11, 12 & 15 irish Bagpipes – To get ready for St. Patrick’s Day we will be interviewing a Celtic musician who plays the Irish Bagpipes. Listen to him play and then discuss this wonderful instrument. MARCH 18, 19 & 22 From Lucile Ball to Audiology & Everything in between – Learn about hearing loss and memories of aunt Lucille Ball and uncle Desi Arnaz. MARCH 25, 26 & 29 voice Acting as a Second Career – Life after retirement! How one man turned his unique gift into a second career after he retired. What’s your unique gift to explore in your later years? APRIL 1, 2 & 5 Poet Laureate – Is rap music poetry? Is poetry still alive? What exactly is poetry? Hear Poet Laureate, David Denny, answer these questions and more. April is National Poetry Month Upcoming Public Sessions: FREE! Earthquake Preparedness and Home Safety. The one hour class 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 408.777.3335, email OES@cupertino.org for more informa- tion, or to request a class for your company, group or organization. FREE! Personal Emergency Preparedness Workshop (PEP) 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 PEP class is on Saturday, March 9, 9 am – 12 pm, Levy Family Campus (Reinhart Building), 14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos. 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. THE CUPERTiNO HiSTORiCAL SOCiETY iNviTES THE COMMUNiTY to come to the first International Dinner Night on Saturday evening, March 23 at the Quinlan Community Center . Come and celebrate with different kinds of foods and wonderful entertainment . For Information and tickets ($25) call or come to the Cuperti- no Museum (Quinlan Center) 408 .973 .1495 or email cuphistsociety@sbc.global.net . For group tickets please call Don Sun at 408 .202 .1080 . Come and join the fun! volume xxxvi number 2 15 p o s t a l c u s t o m e r PRSRT-STD U.S. Postage PAID Cupertino, CA Permit No. 239 ECRWSS CUPERTINO SCENE Cupertino City Hall 10300 Torre Ave. Cupertino, CA 95014 www.cupertino.org THE SCENE IS PRINTED ON 40% POST-CONSUMER WASTE RECYCLE PAPER WITH SOY INK Block Leader Program: cupertino.org/blockleader Building Department: cupertino.org/building Cupertino Website: cupertino.org Cupertino Facebook: cupertino.org/facebook Cupertino Twitter: cupertino.org/twitter City Channel: Comcast 26, U-verse 99, cupertino.org/citychannel Code Enforcement: cupertino.org/codeenforcement Commissions: cupertino.org/commissions Emergency Preparedness: cupertino.org/emergency Job Opportunities: www.cupertino.org/jobs Neighborhood Watch www.cupertino.org/neighborhoodwatch Planning Department: cupertino.org/planning Public Works: www.cupertino.org/publicworks Radio Cupertino: 1670 AM cupertino.org/radio Access City online at www.cupertino.org/access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Main Line 408.777.CITY 408.777.3200 City Clerk 408.777.3223 cityclerk@cupertino.org Finance 408.777.3220 finance@cupertino.org Parks & Recreation 408.777.3120 parks@cupertino.org Planning/Community Development 408.777.3308 planning@cupertino.org Public Information 408.777.3262 pio@cupertino.org Public Works 408.777.3354 publicworks@cupertino.org Sheriff Services 408.868.6600 www.sccsheriff.org CITY DIRECTORY CITY SERvICES