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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 xxxvI no.8 | october 2013
Apple Campus 2 Project Public Meetings
Cupertino Shops with Reusable Bags Starting October 1, 2013
For more information, visit www.cupertino.org/reusebags
Diwali – Festival of Lights Celebrations
Saturday, October 12, 2013, Memorial Park
The eleventh Annual Diwali-Festival of Lights will be held
at Memorial Park in Cupertino on Saturday, October 12,
2013 from 10 am - 5 pm.
– see details on page 2
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A Cleaner Cupertino — It’s in the Bag!
Shop Cupertino
with
Reusable Bags
StartingOctober 1, 2013
Pay10¢for a recycled
paper bag
No More
Plastic bags
Printed on 100% recycled paper Please recycle
Reusable Bag Ordinance • www.cupertino.org/reusebags • (408) 777-3354
– see details on page 3
The City of Cupertino is reviewing an applica-
tion by Apple for the development of an office,
research and development campus located
in the area bounded by Homestead Road, N.
Wolfe Road, I-280 & N. Tantau Avenue and
properties located on the east side of N. Tantau
Avenue.
happenings in cupertino
In accordance with the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA), a Final Environmental
Impact Report (EIR) for the proposed project is
being prepared and will be available for review
on Monday, September 23, 2013. The Final EIR
may be downloaded at the project website at: www.cupertino.org/applecampus2. Paper
copies or CD’s may be purchased at City Hall.
In addition, paper copies are available for review
at City Hall and at local libraries.
The following public meetings are tentatively
scheduled:
• Joint City Council/Planning Commission Study
Session on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at 3 pm
in the Cupertino Room at the Quinlan Commu-nity Center, 10185 N. Stelling Rd., Cupertino.
• Planning Commission Meeting on Wednes-day, October 2, 2013 at 5 pm at Community Hall, 10350 Torre Ave., Cupertino.
• City Council Meetings on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at 5 pm and Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at 5 pm at Community Hall, 10350 Torre Ave., Cupertino
Please note that the meeting dates in this
notice are tentative. Please check the website www.cupertino.org/applecampus2 or call
408.777.3308 prior to the meeting for updated
information in the event of changes to the
schedule or for additional information about
the project including plans.
Presented by the Cupertino Chamber of Com-
merce and its Asian American Business Council
(AABC), festivities will include a wonderful feast of
food, business and craft booths, music and dance
including a traditional Rangoli display. Admission
to the festival grounds is free with plenty of free
parking available at De Anza College.
Diwali – Festival of Lights marks the beginning
of the new business year in India and it is a
festival of joy, splendor, brightness, happiness
and prosperity. Celebrated throughout the
world, typical Diwali traditions include exchang-
ing gifts, new clothes, meeting new and old
friends, offering traditional sweets and wishing
each other a prosperous new year.
Visitors to the festival will be treated to a festive
atmosphere of sari festooned trees, spectacular
lanterns and a cultural kaleidoscope of activities
and performances. Beginning at 10 am, with the
popular “Kids Zone” art show and grand open-
ing ceremony at 12 noon featuring Cupertino
Mayor, Orrin Mahoney, and elected leaders in
native Indian clothing, the festival appeals to all
senses Indian food, music and dancing, featuring
classical “Kathak” and “Bharatanatyam”, to folk
“Koli” to popular “Bollywood” dances.
Attendees may get decorative “mehendi”
tattooed on the palm of their hands or attend
the booths with ethnic Indian art, clothing, jewel-
ry, children’s books and toys. The elaborate and
exciting Kids Zone will be packed throughout
the day with children visiting the magic show,
petting zoo, pony rides, jump abouts, wood
workshop, face painting and coloring contests.
Mahesh Nihalani, event chair states, “The Diwali
Festival of Lights is an excellent opportunity to
bring the business community together to
celebrate a holiday that is very significant for our
Indian population.” The mission of the AABC is
to promote, strengthen and enhance the inter-
ethnic business environment in the Cupertino
Chamber. The Diwali Festival has proven to an
excellent way to bridge our business community
with the residents of Cupertino.
For more information about the festival or
membership in the Cupertino Chamber of Com-
merce and the Asian American Business Coun-
cil, please contact the Chamber in Cupertino
at 408.252.7054 or visit the Chamber’s website www.cupertino-chamber.org
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– Reusable Bag Ordinance, continued from page 1
Tournament of BandsOctober 12, 2013
Cupertino High School Pioneer Marching Band
will kick off the 43rd annual Cupertino Tourna-
ment of Bands, on October 12, 2013. The parade
begins at 10 am on Stevens Creek Boulevard on
the South side between Finch and Miller.
The Cupertino Tournament of Bands has
marked the beginning of the Fall marching band
competition in Northern California for 43 years.
Participating high school bands come from
around Northern California to participate in the
parade and field show competitions. Please join
us in supporting this tradition in the City of
Cupertino and supporting high school music
programs around Northern California. For infor-
mation regarding The Cupertino Tournament
of Bands or Cupertino High School’s Marching
Band please visit, www.tinoband.org.
Institute for Age-Friendly Housing
Presents November Forum
Do seniors have a choice? Or must they move
directly from home to a retirement community
or skilled nursing facility?
Housing, Community & Longevity – Bringing
Positive Aging Home, presented by the Insti-
tute for Age-Friendly Housing and hosted by
Cupertino Quota, is an all-day Forum on
Tuesday, November 5, 2013 at the Quinlan
Community Center.
Elected officials and city staff, service providers,
developers, businesses, service organizations,
and interested citizens are invited to come.
• Hear how seniors are living more indepen-
dently as contributing citizens.
• Share your insights
& concerns.
• Identify business
new opportunities.
On-line registration
opens September 20,
2013
www.agefriendlyhousing.org
A Cleaner Cupertino — It’s in the Bag!
Shop Cupertino
with
Reusable Bags
StartingOctober 1, 2013
Pay10¢
for a recycled
paper bag
No More
Plastic bags
Printed on 100% recycled paper Please recycle
Reusable Bag Ordinance • www.cupertino.org/reusebags • (408) 777-3354
Cupertino Shops with Reusable
Bags Starting October 1
On October 1, 2013 stores in Cupertino will be
required to charge $0.10 for a recycled paper
bag and they will not be allowed to give out free
thin plastic carry out bags. You may collect free
bags at fairs and events or drop by City Hall for
a free reusable Chico bag. Please contact City
of Cupertino staff directly if you have any ques-
tions or concerns about the new City code.
Email environmental@cupertino.org or call
408.777.3354. Visit www.cupertino.org/ reusebags for additional information.
Notification Exercise of the Stevens
Creek Dam PlanOctober 26, 2013
Cupertino will be testing the Emergency Alert
System for those affected by the Stevens Creek
Dam Inundation Area.
This will be a limited test to those residents in
that particular area. The Cupertino Alert System
(CAS) will notify residents by phone, email, text
and social media. If you are affected, you will be
notified prior to the exercise.
The test will be done one time Saturday morning.
Please update your information or register at: www.cupertino.org/cas
Individuals who need assistance can register by
calling Robert Kim at 408.777.1359
Cupertino Citizen Corps Exercise (CCC)
Cupertino Citizen Corps are the City’s trained
emergency volunteer responders comprised of
three disciplines.
1. Cupertino Amateur Radio Emergency Services
(CARES) will be providing the communications.
2. Community Emergency Response Team
(CERT) will provide the Incident Command,
Operations (Search and Rescue, TRIAGE,
Safety Assessment etc.) Planning and Logistics
3. Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) will be our
medical support
The purpose of this exercise is to understand the
City’s ability to deploy CCC volunteer resources
to support an extended field deployment during
an emergency and to integrate the three CCC
groups.
Those wishing to learn more about the Cupertino
Citizen Corps should contact Ken Ericksen at
408.777.3176 or email at kennethe@cupertino.org.
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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
Seasonal or Pandemic Flu?
Seasonal flu season starts around October each
year and lasts until the following May. Accord-
ing to the website www.flu.gov, seasonal flu af-
fects around 5% - 20% of the people in the US
each year. A Pandemic flu occurs when the virus
mutates and a new influenza A virus emerges and
people have little or no immunity against it. In
a Pandemic flu, it spreads very rapidly through-
out the population. One such pandemic flu was
in 1999 - 2000 when the
H1N1 (swine flu) occurred
worldwide. No one can
predict when the next
pandemic flu will occur.
The best way to prevent
getting any flu and thus
lower the risk of a pan-
demic flu occurring is
by prevention and limiting the spreading of it to
others. You can use several simple steps to lower
your chance of getting the flu and if you do get
it, prevent passing it on to others. Take everyday
precautions, like washing your hands with soap
and water or using an alcohol-based sanitizer fre-
quently, especially after coming into contact with
someone with the flu or using a public facility.
Also, avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth,
avoid close contact with sick people, get plenty
of sleep and exercise, manage your stress, drink
plenty of fluids and eat healthy food. If you are
sick, be sure to cover your nose and mouth with
a tissue when you cough or sneeze or better yet,
cough in your sleeve. Throw the tissue in the trash
after you use it and wash your hands. If you are
sick with flu-like illness, stay home for at least 24
hours after your fever is gone without the use of
fever-reducing medicine. If you are exposed to, or
caring for someone with
the flu, talk to your doc-
tor about preventative
antiviral medications.
These medicines are
70% to 90% effective at
preventing the flu.
Take Time for a Flu Shot
The CDC (Center for Disease Control) recom-
mends a yearly flu vaccine for everyone 6 months
of age and older as the first and most important
step in protecting against this serious disease.
How serious the flu season will be this year and
which flu strains will become a problem is any-
one’s guess as flu viruses can change from year
to year. The common flu symptoms are high fe-
ver, headache, extreme tiredness, cough, sore
throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, diarrhea
and vomiting (more common among children
than adults). Having one or more of these symp-
toms does not necessarily mean you have the flu.
Other illnesses, including the common cold, can
cause most of these symptoms also. If any of the
symptoms are severe it is recommended that you
see your doctor, especially if you have a high risk
for complications which include people 65 years
or older, people with chronic medical conditions
(such as asthma, diabetes or heart disease), preg-
nant women and young children.
Halloween Safety
On October 31 children will
take to the streets again for
house-to-house Trick-or-
Treating. As they are gather-
ing candy and other goodies,
they are not always as careful
as they could be. We encour-
age everyone to drive extra
cautiously on that evening. Parents should outfit
their trick-or-treaters with flashlights, glow sticks
or safety flashers on their clothing. Embellish dark
costumes with reflective tape. It comes in many
colors. Parents, buy costumes made of flame
retardant material, as candles in porch pumpkins
will pose a hazard to kids crowding a door for
candy and not paying careful attention.
Upcoming Public Sessions:
FREE! Earthquake Preparedness and Home Safety. The class is one hour and is scheduled by
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, or email OES@ cupertino.org for more information, to request a
class for your company, group or organization.
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 di-
saster. You must be able to attend all classes for
graduation. All classes will be held in Los Gatos.
Class schedule is November 5 - 7 and November
12 - 14, 6 – 9 pm, November 16, 10 am – 1 pm,
for the final exercise. The registration fee is $35
which will be reimbursed to Cupertino residents
upon successful completion of the course.
If you have questions or want to register contact: info@sccfd.net or 408.341.4410.
If you do only 1 thing to prepare this month:
Stock up on basic cold and flu supplies for winter, that way you won’t have to go out and infect others.
Simply Safe is a monthly article to inform the community about emergency preparedness,
training schedules and volunteer opportunities.
cupertino scene October 20134
roots |
b y G a i l F r e t w e l l - H u g g e r
Recently a trip to southern Oregon provided
some historic highlights along the way. I also
got an education in “midges.” As my car rolled
down the Stateline Road dividing California
and Oregon, we encountered tiny green fly-
ing “things.” Sister Shelley proved to be a fount
of “midge” information. Midge larvae hatch
by the multi-millions in the Klamath River Ba-
sin during the summer months. Shortly, they
change into clouds of flying insects that con-
gregate around light sources at night and slime
over windshields, necessitating
much cleaning, so driving can
proceed in the daytime. Yuck.
Midges have no mouths - they
live only 24-36 hours just long
enough to propagate more mil -
lions of midges. Why God made
so many of them I have no idea...
they must serve some useful
purpose that escapes me... but
cooler weather kills them off (until the next year).
Thankfully we didn’t encounter a lot of them un -
til we got into Klamath Falls near the river.
But I digress. On to local history. Stateline Road
passes the entrance to the
Lava Beds National Monu-
ment - highly recommend
a visit to that area. Caves
abound and it is the site of
the last Native American
“war” in California with the
U.S. Army. Captain Jack’s
Stronghold is a maze of jag -
ged lava boulders, caves
and hiding places - it now
has a well-defined trail with historic markers.
There are several ice caves that provided water
for the desperate natives as they hid for months
in the rocks.
Further down the road that divides Califor-
nia and Oregon is the small town of Tulelake.
It was a thriving farm town in the early to mid -
dle 1900’s but has declined a bit in today’s high
tech era. Howev-
er, it has a good
fairgrounds com-
plex for the valley
rodeo held every
year and inside
the fairgrounds
office building is
one of the best
small town museums I’ve ever seen. We spent
at least a couple of hours perusing the many
historic exhibits that ranged from the Native
American period to the early settlers who built
farms and ranches with cowboys riding the
range and the founders of the towns of Merrill,
Malin and Tulelake. There is a tribute wall filled
with pictures of all the valley men who served in
the various branches of the military - a few were
actually Civil War veterans.
There is an area of the museum devoted to the
CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) camp that
operated nearby from 1935 to 1942. This big
camp was part of the “New Deal” program
during the Great Depression, putting young
men between the ages of 18 - 25 to work and
helping them learn new skills that would enable
them to find employment at the end of their
enlistment. The CCC is a good example of in-
ter-governmental cooperation. The U.S. Army
maintained discipline in the camps, while the
men did a variety of work for agencies including
the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife and
the Bureau of Reclamation. The Spanish Cali-
fornia missions were all rebuilt by
CCC workers.
The men in the camps received
all meals and medical care at
no extra cost. Much of the fresh
meat and produce were pur-
chased locally which helped the
farmers and ranchers in the area.
The men were
paid $1 a day.
They received $5
a month for per-
sonal spending
money and the re-
maining $25 went
to help support
their families, If
they had no fam-
ily, they were required to place the $25 in a sav-
ings account to help support them after they
left the CCC.
The entrance of the U.S. into WWII saw the
number of enrollees to CCC dwindle as young
men went into the armed services. By mid 1942
the camps closed. Sadly, soon after the clo-
sures, Executive Order 9066 was enacted and
“relocation” centers were built in the western
U.S. to house thousands of Japanese residents
- most of them U.S. citizens. One of these cen-
ters was built at Newell, near Tulelake. The na-
tional monument plaque on the highway states
in part, “Tulelake was one of ten concentration
camps established during WWII to house per-
sons of Japanese ancestry, of whom the major-
ity were U.S. citizens...” These camps remain a
blot on U.S. history to this day.
The excellent museum in Tulelake, the lava
beds, the ice caves and other history of the
surrounding area is well worth a trip. The his-
tory of water use
by farmers, ranch-
ers, Native Ameri-
cans, sports fish-
ing enthusiasts,
environmentalists
and conservation-
ists and business
interests is a his-
toric and ongoing saga. Water “wars” are not
uncommon. The California side of the Stateline
Road is miles of migrating bird sanctuary. Most
days, the looming presence of Mt. Shasta is visi-
ble from one side of the valley to the other. Very
picturesque. (Just watch out for midges).
A Trip to the Stateline
If you do only 1 thing to prepare this month:
Stock up on basic cold and flu supplies for winter, that way you won’t have to go out and infect others.
Simply Safe is a monthly article to inform the community about emergency preparedness,
training schedules and volunteer opportunities.
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cupertino library
ESL Conversation Club Every Friday, 1– 2:30 pm
All meetings in October will be held in Cupertino
Community Hall except for October 11th, which
will be held in the Cupertino Library Story Room.
Please join us for this fun learning experience.
Stop by and improve your English listening and
speaking skills, and learn about other cultures
in a friendly, casual setting. Native speakers of
English who would like to volunteer to assist
with the ESL Conversation Club, please e-mail wjaw@sccl.org. This program is generously
sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library.
PROgRAmS FOR TEENS
Teen Craft: Dio De Las MuertosThursday, October 17, 4 – 6 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Teens are invited to paint and decorate tradition-
al Latin-American sugar skulls. Space is limited.
Ages 13 - 18. Please register at the Adult Refer-
ence Desk. This program is generously sponsored
by the Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Teen Book ClubThursday, October 24, 3 – 4 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Join us for fun, friends, and food as our Teen
Book Club discusses the bestselling hit, 13
Reasons Why, by Jay Asher. Register and pick
up your copy of the book at the 2nd floor, Adult
LIBRARY INFORMATION | 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino
LIBRARY HOURS
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TELEPHONE NUMBERS
General Library Number .................408.446.1677
Adult and
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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
Jennifer Swanton Brown to Enrich Cultural Interaction of Community
City Council of Cupertino
unanimously approved the
recommendation of the
Cupertino Library Commis-
sion naming Jennifer Swanton
Brown as the second Poet
Laureate of Cupertino. Her
term will be from October 1,
2013 - September 30, 2015, a two year period.
David Denny, the City’s first Poet Laureate
fulfilled a “very successful” first term, engaging
all ages of the community in poetry.
Brown “has many ideas about increasing poetry
knowledge, enjoyment and participation in
Cupertino.” The experience of writing and
publishing poems as a school girl “was transfor-
mative, and something I believe I can offer the
children of our community.” She will also focus
on international styles of poetry. “A community
as diverse as Cupertino should celebrate the
ancient and varied poetic traditions of its citi-
zens’ literature and cultures,” notes Brown.
“I am delighted to be chosen to promote poetry
in my home town” said Brown, an educator, writer,
and long-time teacher of California Poets in the
Schools. “Cupertino has given this community
a powerful opportunity to explore together,
young and old, the values of imagination and
creativity. My favorite inspirational quote is
attributed to Picasso, but it applies to poets
and all creative experience: ‘Inspiration does
exist, but it must find you working.’ Becoming
the second Cupertino Poet Laureate will give
me a chance to work with so many and hopefully
to inspire some!”
Members of the Poet Laureate selection
committee were: Adrian Kolb, chair, member of
the Cupertino Library Commission; Roz Davis
and Beverly Lenihan, Board members of the
Cupertino Library Foundation; Kathy Stakey,
longtime member of the Friends of the Cuper-
tino Library; Deborah Vanni, English teacher,
Homestead High School; Thomas Ray, dean of
language arts at DeAnza College; and preced-
ing Cupertino Poet Laureate, David Denny.
In December 2010, the City Council of Cupertino
unanimously adopted a resolution put forth by
the Library Commission establishing the office
of the Cupertino Poet Laureate. During the two
years that the Cupertino Poet Laureate presides
there are personal presentations and hosted
educational events. The Laureate will introduce
adults and youth to the benefits of personal and
community expression which, among other
qualities, highlight the benefits of living and
working in Cupertino.Questions and comments
may be emailed to Poetlaureate@cupertino.org.
City of Cupertino Names Second Poet Laureate
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Reference Desk. Space is limited. Ages 13 - 18.
This program is generously sponsored by the
Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Essay Writing WorkshopTuesday, October 29, 3:30 – 6:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Did you know that the SAT Essay represents 25%
of your writing score? Learn how to approach this
important aspect of the SAT by writing a prac-
tice essay under timed, test-like conditions. Get
the facts about the SAT Essay and learn the Ka-
plan 4 P Approach: Prompt, Plan, Produce, and
Proofread. Registration is required and begins
on October 1. To register, go to our online calen-
dar or call the Adult Reference Desk.
PROgRAmS FOR ADUlTS
Fall Performing Arts and Culture Series
The Fall Performing Arts and Culture Series is
back by popular demand! These programs are
generously sponsored by the Cupertino Library
Foundation.
Duffy Hudson Performs Edgar Allen Poe Saturday, October 19, 2 – 3:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Get ready for Halloween! Join actor Duffy Hud-
son as he performs his one-man drama, “Edgar
Allen Poe.” As Edgar Allan Poe rises from the
scene of his mysterious death he pieces togeth-
er the events of his life while performing his most
loved and haunting works.
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival Performs Julius CaesarSunday, October 27, 2 – 3:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival will per-
form ‘Julius Caesar.’ This exciting tale of politics
and corruption in ancient Rome features some
of Shakespeare’s most eloquent writing. Shake-
speare’s keen examination of political and per-
sonal downfalls, caused by pride, conspiracy and
greed continues to be as thought-provoking as
it was in his time. At the conclusion of the perfor-
mance the cast will take questions from the au-
dience. Show time is 2 pm, post-show Q&A with
the cast is at 3 pm. All ages welcome to attend.
The Best Films Ever Made in the History of Planet Earth, Part One, with Mark LarsonOctober 2 - November 6, 6 – 8 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
There will be cinematic thrills and chills, laughter
and tears, when the Cupertino Library presents
a new series of lectures devoted to the greatest
films from around the world. In this six-week ses-
sion, filmmaker and historian Mark Larson will be
your guide in a showing of the ten most extraor-
dinary, and often overlooked, motion pictures
ever made. From the silent era to sound, from
black and white to color, we will experience films
in nearly every genre and from a roster of bril-
liant international filmmakers. An in-depth lec-
ture on the making of the films by Mr. Larson and
a spirited group discussion will follow every film.
Registration is required. Please visit http://tinyurl.com/lfx7d5b for film schedule
and more info.
This series generously sponsored by the
Cupertino Library Foundation.
Author Lin Yao WuSaturday, October 5, 2 – 4 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Join us for a special discussion with popular
author Lin Yao Wu. You will be infused with
laughter and energy after listening to her
humourous take on “Aging Gracefully.” Books
will be available for signing. This program will
be conducted in Mandarin. This program is
generously sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library.
Author Linda Lau AnusasanananThursday, October 10, 7 – 8 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
Linda Lau Anusasananan, a food writer and rec-
ipe editor at Sunset Magazine for more than 34
years, will host a lively and interesting discussion
about the cuisine and culture of the Chinese no-
mads known as the Hakka. Anusasananan’s book,
The Hakka Cookbook, Chinese Soul Food from
around the World was awarded “Best Chinese
Cuisine Cookbook of the World” by the Gour-
mand World Cookbook Awards in Paris. It has
also made the lists for “best or favorite books of
2012” in Martha Stewart Living, Saveur, Associat-
ed Press, and Toronto Globe and Mail. Join us for
this special talk, Q&A, and book signing.
Adult Book Discussion GroupThursday, October 17, 7 - 8:30 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
This month the Cupertino Library Adult Book
Discussion Group will talk about Defending
Jacob, by William Landay. Generously sponsored
by the Friends of the Cupertino Library.
Santa Clara valley History Collabora-tive: What’s in a Name? Sunday, October 20, 3 – 4 pm Cupertino Community Hall
When was Cupertino founded? Why is it called
Cupertino? What role does St. Joseph’s have in
the early history of the city? Join Vice Mayor Gil-
bert Wong, Father Kim, and Gail Hugger for an
entertaining and illuminating Cupertino history
panel discussion, “What’s in a Name?”
United Nations Day Event: The Honor-able Teresa D. CoxThursday, October 24, 7 - 8:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Join us for a special United Nations Day Event!
The Honorable Teresa D. Cox, Trade Advisor to
the U.S. Department of Commerce under the
Obama Administration, will discuss the trends
and issues affecting international trade. Hosted
by the Silicon Valley United Nations Association.
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adult 50 plus news
Experts at Living Well
October is “Arts and Humanities Month”, arts
ignite the imagination and inspire wonder; human-
ities challenge the mind, together they strengthen
creative thinking, whether it is joining a book club,
finding a great class, or discovering a new passion.
Find your activity then give us a call at 408.777.3150
for details and to register.
EvENTS
Hidden Treasures Sale!
Thursday, October 24, 9 am – 2 pm
Hundreds of items have been donated to the
Senior Center for this meaningful fundraising event.
The proceeds from the sale will benefit the
Senior Center Case Management Program for
at-risk members and the Stay Active Fund which
provides assistance to offset the cost of senior
center membership and classes. This is the perfect
opportunity to shop for those one-of-a-kind
holiday gifts. We will be collecting donations until
October 18. Please bring your gently used knick
knacks, costume jewelry, and craft items to the
center. You are encouraged to bring your own
reusable bags.
Folk Songs Concert
Wednesday, October 2, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
The United States Air Force Band of the Golden
West Winds will explore and celebrate cultural
diversity through traditional melodies with a
woodwind ensemble. Open to the public. Please
sign up at the lobby table.
Octoberfest/Birthday Bash
Wednesday, October 9, 12 noon
Oom Pa Pa! Celebrate October birthdays with
us at this fall festival. We will serve a Northern
German meal of bratwurst, sauerkraut, and potato
salad, and Black Forest cake for dessert. The
Valderais Band will entertain you with exciting
German music. Members with October birthdays
will be honored. Members $10, senior guests
add $5 day pass. Register early, space is limited.
Arthritis and You
Tuesday, October 8, 1 – 2 pm
Dr. Sood, a Rheumatologist from the Palo Alto
Medical Foundation, will discuss what arthritis
is, the different types of arthritis, how it is diag -
nosed and treated, as well as tips for managing
everyday symptoms. Please sign up at the lobby
table. Open to the public.
vTA Photo Session
Friday, October 11, 11 am
Valley Transit Authority will be at the Senior
Center to take photos for the Regional Transit
Connections (RTC) Clipper Card. No appoint-
ment needed.
Monday Night Football Socials
Watch the game on the big screen in HD and
partake in a fun-filled evening with other football
fans. Great prizes awarded at each quarter.
October 14 - Indianapolis Colts at New Orleans
Saints, lasagna and salad
October 21 - Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants,
Justin’s famous New England clam chowder
Pre-registration is required, Members $8 each
night, senior guests add $5.
Senior Outreach for Federal Services
Wednesday, October 16, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
This senior outreach presentation is conducted
as part of the constituent services for the 17th
Congressional District. Lenine Umali, Congressio-
nal Aid for the 17th District, who is an expert on
healthcare, Medicare, Social Security, and senior
issues will make a presentation and distribute
brochures on federal agencies services. Open
to the public, please sign up at the lobby table.
Medicare Update 2014
Wednesday, October 30, 11 am – 12:30 pm
The enrollment period is from October 15 to
December 7. To learn the latest updates regard-
ing the Medicare and the Part D plans, join us
for a presentation by the Health Insurance
Counseling and Advocacy Program. Please sign
up at the lobby table. Open to the public.
ClASSES – great values
A Matter of Balance
Monday, October 14 – December 16, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Provided by the Stanford Medical Center. You
will learn to make changes to reduce fall risks
at home, practice chair exercise to increase
strength and balance, and participate in group
discussions to find practical solutions to prevent
falls. Member fee $12.
PC Internet Basics
Friday, October 25 – November 22, 10 am – 12 noon
Learn how to access the world’s informational
web sites; explore Google EARTH (the global
satellite), introduction to PICASA (Google’s
photo application), learn to send free greeting
cards, use maps to get from ‘here’ to ‘there,’ and
more. Pre-requisite: familiarity and prior knowl-
edge of computer basics. Member fee $22
Ballroom Dance Class
Wednesday, October 9 – 30, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Come and learn how to dance Rumba and
Tango. Member fee $32
Bridge-Beginning
Tuesday, October 8 – 29, 10 am – 12 pm, class 2
Learn how to effectively communicate with your
partner, develop playing skills and, most impor-
tantly, have fun. Prepared demonstration hands will
help you learn how to bid and play. All class materi-
als are provided. Member fee $30 each session
Cooking with Suzanne – Fall Risotto
Wednesday, October 16, 10 am – 1 pm
Sommelier, cookbook author, and International
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CUPERTINO SENIOR CENTER ADDRESS: 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
PHONE: 408.777.3150 EMAIL: seniorcntr@cupertino.org WEB: www.cupertino.org/50plus
ADUlT 50 PlUS TRIPS
Itineraries subject to change.
Call the Senior Center at 408.777.3150 for
reservations or more information on any trip.
TOURS
Amazing Blue Danube to the Black Sea River Cruise - Bucharest to Vienna, July 8 - 22, 2014
The Blue Danube flows through ten different
countries and more than a dozen languages
are spoken on its banks. Imagine the variety
in food, architecture, and history that goes
with each of these cultures. Enjoy an Intrigu-
ing, panoramic view of two thousand years of
European history as you travel along the lyri-
cal ‘Blue Danube’ in the very comfortable ship
built in 2014!
$500 off for deposits received by September 17.
DAY TRIPS
Impressionists on the Water,
Tuesday, October 8, $81
Surprise Dinner Party,
Saturday, October 19, $95
Tour Del Vino,
Tuesday, October 22, $107
Bay Bridge Lights,
Tuesday, October 29, $104
Cashe Creek Casino,
Thursday, November 7, $49
Google!, Tuesday, November 19, $45
Dogpatch: From Industry to Innovation,
Thursday, November 21, $65
A Grand Night for Singing,
Tuesday, December 3, $85
A Holiday Evening New Orleans Style,
Sunday, December 15, $143
Union Square with Gary,
Thursday, December 19, $93
Book of Mormon, Tuesday, January 14, $165
Book of Mormon, Friday, January 17, $190
Cirque du Soleil – Amaluna,
Friday, February 21, $119
Chef, Suzanne, is taking you to Northern Italy to
demonstrate the versatility and techniques in
making a perfect risotto. In this class she will
create a fresh Fall Pumpkin Gorgonzola Saffron
Risotto with fried Sage Leaves and Pine Nuts, Sea-
food Risotto, and wild Mushroom Orzotto (barley)
with Truffle Oil, a specialty from the Friuili region
in Italy. All materials are included. Enjoy a wonder-
ful meal at the end of the class. Member fee $55.
RESOURCES
volunteer Nurse - Blood Pressure Checks
Monday, September 9, 23, October 7, 21, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Tuesday, September 3, 17, October 1, 15, 29, 12:15 – 1:15 pm
Caregiver Support Group
Thursday, September 12 & October 10, 3 - 4:30 pm
Provides a safe place for family caregivers
to share their experiences and challenges.
Join our circle of support.
Grief and Loss Support Group
A monthly group for anyone who has experi-
enced recent loss and is seeking support.
Call for dates. Open to the public. 408.777.3155
Life Transition Support Group
Thursday, October 3 - November 14, 1 - 2:30 pm
For more information, please call 408.777.3155
Please call 408.777.3150 to make appointments
for the following services
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP)
Thursday, September 12, 26, October 1, 24, 1– 4 pm
Consultation on Medicare and health insurance.
Housing
Wednesday, September 4, 18, October 2, 16, 2 – 4 pm
Information on resources for senior housing
options.
Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA)
September 6, 13, 20, October 4, 11, 18, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Provides free assistance to elders for basic
legal matters in public benefits, long-term
care, elder abuse, housing, consumer issues,
incapacity planning, probate alternative, and
simple wills. Must be 60 or older and live in
Santa Clara County.
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eco news | october
last Chance for Compost This Year
The City’s compost site will be open (during
non-rainy, dry-site conditions) until Saturday,
October 19 from 8:30 – 11 am at 11998 Stevens
Canyon Road, the Stevens Creek Quarry site
across from the dam. The site will then close for
the winter months. To participate, bring your
shovel, containers, and proof of Cupertino
residency. Weather permitting, the compost
site will reopen on March 21, 2014. Visit www. cupertino.org/compost for more information.
Environmental Recycling Day&
Document Shredding EventSaturday, October 26
The next Environmental Recycling Day and
Document Shredding Event will be held on
October 26, 2013 from 9 am - 1 pm at De Anza
College’s Parking Lot A. Accepted items are as
follows:
• Electronic Waste (e.g.
computers, monitors
and printers)
• U-Waste (batteries, cell
phones, CFLs
and fluorescent tubes)
• Reusable furniture (not dirty, stained,
or torn. No mattresses)
• Clothing
• Residential documents (for confidential
onsite shredding; two box limit).
No Paint or toxic chemicals accepted.
Recycling Day compliments the FREE e-waste
drop off location offered weekly by Apple
Computer for residents of Cupertino. Look
for more details on the Calendar of Events at www.cupertino.org or contact Recology at
408.725.4020.
Free Compost Classes in CupertinoNovember 2
The City will hold a free “how-to” backyard
compost workshop at Cupertino’s Quinlan
Community Center, North Stelling Road,
Saturday, November 2 from 10 am – 12 noon.
Register: County of Santa Clara www.reducewaste.org/classes.
Cupertino residents attending
one compost workshop will
receive one free compost bin
per household.
volunteers for World
Water monitoring Day
Come learn more about the watershed in which
you live, how watersheds work, and what you can
do to protect important creek habitat.
Who: This is a great activity for young fami-
lies, students looking for volunteer hours, and
community members who are just plain curious
about their local creek. Volunteers of all ages
are welcome; minors under 18 require a signed
waiver and those under high school age require
an accompanying adult unless prior approval is
obtained. Preregistration and signed waiver are
available at http://cupertinowater.eventbrite.com. Groups larger than four should contact joannem@acterra.org to register.
What: Volunteers are invited to come help us
determine the quality of water in Stevens Creek
with monitoring activities which are easy and fun
to carry out. Even the youngest volunteers will
enjoy performing tests with our color-changing
indicator kits. Participants will also have the
opportunity to do a bit of bio-monitoring by
looking at which aquatic bugs live in this part
of the creek - finding too many pollution toler-
ant bugs could mean a pollution problem. Moni-
toring results will be shared with communities
around the world which are holding their own
World Water Monitoring Challenge events.
When: Saturday, October 12, 10 am to 12 noon.
Where: Blackberry Farm, 21979 San Fernando
Ave, Cupertino (past the windmill). Park in the
main lot, walk in by the windmill, and then follow
the trail off to the left.
Bring: Volunteers under the age of 18 must bring
a signed waiver. Please wear comfy shoes and
bring a refillable water bottle.
Protect Cupertino’s Creeks and the Bay
Report Illegal Dumping and Discharges In or
Near Storm Drains
Nothing besides rain water may be allowed to
flow into a storm drain. Common examples of il-
legal discharges include mud, silt, litter, pool wa-
ter, grease, oil, landscaping material, sand, wash
water, automotive fluids, paint, and food wastes.
When do you report an illegal discharge or
dumping incident?
• When you see a person dumping anything into
the storm drain. This activity is illegal!
• When you notice unusual odors in or near the
storm drain.
• When you see waste materials in or near the
storm drain.
• When the storm drain system has larger than
normal flows during dry periods.
• To report an illegal discharge or dumping
incident that occurred in Cupertino, contact
the City of Cupertino at the following phone
numbers:
Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 5:30 pm, 408.777.3354
or Monday - Friday, 6 - 3 pm, 408.777.3269
After Hours - 408.299.2507
(Santa Clara County
Communications will notify
the City’s on-call staff).
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Flood Preparation
As this year’s rainy season
begins, residents should
check to be sure that they’re
prepared for the possibility
of flooding in their neigh-
borhoods. Be aware that standard homeowner’s
insurance policies do not cover losses caused by
floods or mudslides. Property owners can protect
against potential flood damage by purchasing
flood insurance and by preparing a family
disaster plan. According to the Santa Clara
Valley Water District, some areas in Cupertino
along Calabazas Creek are considered at risk for
flooding; property near Stevens Creek is also at
risk, but to a lesser degree.
The city provides the following services to help
residents prepare for potential flooding:
1. Residents can find out if their property is in
a flood zone by visiting the Cupertino Public
Works Department (call 408.777.3354 for
details). The Public Works Department also
offers elevation certificates for new buildings
constructed in the floodplain.
2. The City’s Building Department has a booklet
called “What You Should Know Before You
Hire a Contractor”. Booklets are available at
the downstairs counter at City Hall, or you
can download the pamphlet at www.cslb.ca.gov/Resources/ GuidesAndPamphlets/WYSKPamphlet.pdf.
3. Other information on flood preparedness is
available on the Cupertino website at www.cupertino.org/emergency.
4. Additional flood protection information and
assistance can be obtained on the FEMA
website at www.fema.gov.
5. The Cupertino Library also holds publications
for flood preparedness.
• The city’s storm drainage system is composed
of street gutters, the storm drain sewer inlets
(at street corners), and the pipes that connect
the inlets to local creeks. This system drains
street runoff into the creeks and channels on
the valley floor.
• Residents can assist the city and help protect
their immediate neighborhood from localized
flooding by sweeping gutters regularly, placing
swept material in the garbage, and checking
that nearby storm drain grates are not covered
with leaves or litter. Residents should abide by
street sweeping/no parking signs to allow the
city to keep the gutters clean and the storm
drain system flowing. The city routinely sweeps
the gutters in residential areas twice a month
and in commercial areas once a week.
• In the fall, before the rains start, a city contrac-
tor vacuums out city storm drain inlets, and
checks for any evidence of hazardous materials
in the drains. This cleaning prevents any
illegally dumped materials that may be sitting
in the inlets from washing into our creeks with
the first rains.
• It is illegal to dump anything into a creek or a
storm drain. Residents can report dumping
incidents to the City by calling 408.777.3269
during business hours and 911 after hours and
on weekends.
news items
On-Call Pick-Up Program Details
Households may select two free on-call
days per year. Each on-call collection allows
Cupertino residents to schedule pick up of
one of the following:
• Garbage
• Construction and demolition debris
• Bulky goods
• Compostable materials 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.
2013 veterans Day Celebration
Monday, November 11, 2013, 11 am
Mark your calendars for November 11 for
the annual Veterans Day Celebration at the
Veterans Memorial in Cupertino’s Memorial
Park. For more information, visit cupertinoveteransmemorial.org.
Block leader meeting
Cupertino Neighborhood Block Leaders will
learn about crime trends and Identity Theft at
the Block Leader Meeting on October 17 at 6 pm
at Community Hall. Information will be presented
by the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department.
Block leaders help to increase safety and com-
munication in the neighborhoods by planning
block parties, meetings, and trainings. About
360 Cupertino residents volunteer as block
leaders. To attend the meeting, or learn more
about the program, email communityrelations @cupertino.org.
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community calendar
School Emergency
Preparedness
9:30 am City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.777.3176
C.A.R.E.S 7:30 pm City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.345.8372 cupertinoares.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 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
Viewfinders Digital Video Club 7:30 pm Community Center - In
Cupertino Room
408.520.1379 viewfindersclub.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.
CupetinoCoinClub.com
CCWG 6:30 - 8 pm City Hall Mtg. Room 100
Al-ANON Family Group*7 pm Bethel Lutheran Church,
940 S. Stelling Rd.
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Cupertino Sanitary Dist*8 pm 20833 Stevens Creek #104 408.253.7071 cupertinosanitarydistrict.com/
De Anza Optimist Club*7:15 am Holder's Restaurant 408.863.0835 optimist.org
Cupertino Optimist Club*12:15 pm Blue Pheasant 408.255.3212 optimist.org
Tandem Toastmasters*12 - 1 pm HP Building 48L, Carmel
Conference Room 19483
Prune ridge Avenue
408.447.0797 tandemtoastmasters.vsgcorp.
com
Macintalkers Toastmasters*5:30 pm Apple Computer, 1 Infinite
Loop
macintalkers.com vppr@
macintalkers.com
Cupertino Rotary Club*Noon Community Center 408.920.2224 cupertinorotary.org
Philotesian Rebekah #145 7:30 pm Cupertino Odd Fellows 408.252.3954 caioof.org/IOOF/CA_RA_
Officers.html
Cup. Symphonic Band*7 pm Monta Vista High School 408.262.0471 netview.com/csb/
Krazy Dazys Square Dance Club*7 pm Hyde Middle School 408.747.0943 krazydazys.org/
Cupertino Las Madres*10 - 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
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
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OCT CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL
Submit information about clubs and organizations meeting in Cupertino to Marianna Khienkina,
City of Cupertino, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 95014, 408.777.3217, mariannak@cupertino.org
Clubs with asterisks meet more than once monthly. Call the contact number for details.
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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
11 am Sunnyvale Presbyterian Church
728 West Fremont Ave.
408.298.656 eadorable@sbcglobal.net
Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 am 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 cupertinoioof70.org
Fine Arts League 7 pm Community Center 408.863.9991
Ask Junky
Chokshi
falc.org
Al-ANON Family Group*5 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 10181
Finch Ave., Fireside Room
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Alcoholics Anonymous*
Women's Group
7 pm Bethel Luth. Church, 940 S.
Stelling Rd.
408. 374.8511 aasanjose.org
Cupertino Kiwanis*Noon The Blue Pheasant 408.252.3830 cupertinokiwanis.homestead.com
Knights of Columbus 4981*7:30 pm 10201 Imperial Ave.408.296.8146 kofc.org/un/
Cupertino Men's Service*Noon The Blue Pheasant
Cupertino Sr. TV Production*9:30 am Senior Center 408.252.2667
Cupertino Quota*12-1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com
CERT/MRC 7-9 pm City Hall MTg. Room 100
Malihini Orchid Society 7:30 pm Hewlett-Packard, Oak Rm. 408.267.3397 malihini.org
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA 10-1:30pm Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 www.hssus.org
OCT CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL
OCT 1 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
OCT 2 Library Commission (EOC)7 pm
OCT 2 Technology, Info & Communication Comm. (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
OCT 3 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 9:30 am
OCT 3 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
OCT 3 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall) 7 pm
OCT 8 Planning Commission (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
OCT 10 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C)9 am
OCT 10 Administrative Hearing meeting 5 pm
OCT 10 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
OCT 15 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
OCT 16 Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
OCT 17 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)9:30 am
OCT 17 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm
OCT 22 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
OCT 23 Fine Arts Commission 7 pm
OCT 24 Administrative Hearing meeting 5 pm
OCT 26 Environmental Recycling Day 9 am
CITY MEETINGS
Unless otherwise noted, all City Council and commission meetings are held at 10350 Torre Ave.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm; Fridays, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm
*** These meetings will be seen live via webcast at www.cupertino.org, or on The City Channel, Cable 26.
For all city meetings’ agenda and minutes go to www.cupertino.org/agenda
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REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2013
Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Santoro, Sinks, Wong Absent: None
1. Approved the July 16 City Council minutes
2. Adopted Resolution No. 13-065 accepting Ac-
counts payable for period ending June 21, 2013
3. Adopt Resolution No. 13-066 accepting Ac-
counts Payable for period ending June 28, 2013
4. Adopted Resolution No. 13-067 accepting Ac-
counts Payable for period ending July 5, 2013
5. Adopted Resolution No. 13-068 accepting Ac-
counts Payable for period ending July 12, 2013
6. Adopted Resolution No. 13-069 accepting Ac-
counts Payable for period ending July 19, 2013
7. Accepted Treasurer’s Investment and Budget
Report for Quarter Ending June 2013
8. Approved Alcoholic Beverage License for Safe-
way Store 3251, 20620 Homestead Road
9. Approved Alcoholic Beverage License, Yoshida
Restaurant, 10700 S De Anza Boulevard
10. Approved Alcoholic Beverage License, Mikado
Cupertino, 19645 Stevens Creek Boulevard
11. Approved Alcoholic Beverage License, Gokaku,
10789 S Blaney Avenue
12. Adopted Resolution No. 13-070 approving an
agreement to create the Santa Clara County
Recycling and Waste Reduction Technical Advi-
sory Committee
13. Authorized the Director of Public Works to
award a contract to Breneman, Inc., in the
amount of $243,392.50 and approve a construc-
tion contingency of $24,000.00, for a total of
$267,392.50
14. Conducted the second reading and enacted
Ordinance No. 13-2110 14.08 Encroachments
and use of City Rights-of-Way as amended to
delete section 14.08.160 C.6.O
15. Canceled the September 3 City Council meet-
ing
16. Subject: Study session to discuss whether
the Heart of the City Specific Plan should be
amended and, if so, specific issues that an
amendment should address
Recommended Action: If the Council wishes to
proceed with changes, staff will evaluate the scope
of proposed changes and determine the appropri-
ate approach
CONDUCTED THE STUDY SESSION GAVE DI-
RECTION TO STAFF AS FOLLOWS:
1 . Initiate an amendment to the Heart of the City
Specific Plan to provide recommendations on
side street setback requirements for properties
in Heart of the City .
2 . The following would be studied in conjunction
with the General Plan Amendment and Housing
Element as appropriate or after those projects
and brought back for Council review:
a . Density calculations: Revise the Heart of
the City Specific Plan to include residential
density based on net lot area .
b . Approval process: Review whether to revise
the application review threshold to allow the
City Council to review and approve projects
that are less than 50,000 square feet in the
Heart of the City area . The City Council
requested that staff provide the Council with
threshold alternatives .
c . Invite the public to provide comments for the
Heart of the City area as part of the General
Plan process .
3 . The City Council decided not to pursue further
discussion on the following items unless there
were overwhelming input from the public asking
for a change:
a . Percentage of retail frontage along Stevens
Creek Boulevard
4 . The City Council decided not to pursue further
discussion on the following item:
a . Parking requirements for restaurants
b . 35 foot front setback
c . Desirability of surface lot parking locations
council actions
What’s in a Name? – Santa Clara valley History Collaborative: Panel Discussion
Sunday, October 20, 2013, 3 – 4 pm, Cupertino Community Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue, Cupertino
Panelists: Vice Mayor Gilbert Wong, Father Greg Kimm, Gail Fretwell-Hugger
When was Cupertino founded?
Why is it called Cupertino?
Who is St. Joseph of Cupertino?
View the exhibit on the 2nd floor of the Library on how Cupertino got its name. For further
information contact the Cupertino Historical Society & Museum at 408.973.1495.
Email: cuphistsociety@sbcglobal.net or visit our website at www.cupertinohistoricalsociety.org.
The Cupertino Library Foundation in collaboration with the Cupertino Historical Society and
the Cupertino Library formed the Santa Clara Valley History Collaborative with the purpose of
enhancing and promoting the historical richness of Santa Clara Valley and featuring the CWA or
California Western Americana collection in the our library. For more info visit, Cupertino Library
Foundation: cupertinolibraryfoundation.org/santa-clara-valley-history-collaborative/
and Cupertino Library at www.sccl.org/cupertino.
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news items
Welcome New Businesses
Natural Spa Center LLC
22354 Homestead Rd
Azuma Restaurant
19645 Stevens Creek Blvd
Epris Hair Studio
20540 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino Specialty Foods
7335 Bollinger Rd Ste D
Ma’s Restaurant/Silver Creek
10885 N Wolfe Rd
Submission deadline
for the November edition is October 9.
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 7, 8 & 11: A Banquet of Poems -
Poet Nellie Wong has combined her talent for
writing poetry with her political passions.
OCTOBER 14, 15 & 18: Operation Freedom Paws - Mary Cortani Operation Freedom Paws
founder, is a guest with two other group mem-
bers. Hear about the loving bond between the
person and the service dog. The Bay Area is
fortunate to have a local organization to help
people with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder live
rewarding, nurturing and valued lives.
OCTOBER 21, 22 & 25: Redwood Glen - Rooted for Renewal - Redwood Glen is a
woodland retreat and conference center in
the coastal redwoods of Loma Mar CA. It is
celebrating 55 years of renewal and fellow-
ship. Over the years thousands of leaders and
friendships were developed here. #1086
OCTOBER 28, 29 & NOVEMBER 1: Vietnam Reflections of Major General Robert B. Ostenberg - Major General Robert
B. Ostenberg, U.S. Army Retired, reflects on
his time in Vietnam, giving interesting and
down to earth descriptions of situations he
experienced as Platoon Commander.
– Adult 50+ News, continued from page 9
AlSO AT THE CUPERTINO lIBRARY
The Green@Home DIY Toolkit Available NOW at the Cupertino Library
This kit makes cutting energy and water costs at
home as easy as checking out a book from the
library. You can now check out a Green@Home
DIY Toolkit for one week and use the kit’s tools
to install a range of FREE utility conserving de-
vices, also provided in the kit (the devices are
yours to keep!). Users can expect to save, on av-
erage, $200 per year after installing the DIY Tool-
kit’s equipment, which includes CFL light bulbs,
faucet aerators, a low-flow shower head, weather
stripping, and more.
Swing by the Cupertino Library to borrow a kit to
start saving energy, water and money!
Knitting at the LibraryEvery 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 web site: www.sccl.org/at-your-service.
FOR YOUR INFORmATION
Friends of the Cupertino Library Book Sale
Saturday, October 12, 9 am - 4 pm Sunday, October 13, 12 pm - 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall
There are no preview sales. Come on in and
browse the gently-read books for sale –
you never know what treasures you can find!
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