HomeMy WebLinkAboutScene December 2007 - 12.01.2007IN THIS ISSUE:
Serve the City
Cupertino residents are encouraged to apply for city commissions and committees with
openings in January 2008. On January 22 and 23, the City Council will interview
applicants for these groups: Audit Committee; Housing Commission and the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Committee; Planning Commission; Parks and Rec-
reation Commission; Public Safety Commission; Senior Citizens Commission; and the
Technology, Information, and Communications Commission.~ Continued on Page 2
Cellular Telephone Survey Results
This July, the Technology, Information, Computing, and Communications Commission
(TICC) conducted a web-based survey on wireless services in Cupertino. The survey asked
~ Continued on Page 10
VOLUME XXVII NO. 14 | December 2007
Community Crab Feed .................................2
Valentine Art Show .....................................2
“Give an Experience” .................................2
Community Tree Lighting ............................3
“Weekend College Plus” .............................3
Marketplace Holiday Festival ......................3
Sports Center Open House ..........................3
Cupertino Library .....................................4-5
Children’s Programs ................................4
Adult, Teen and Family Programs ............4
Library Programs and Classes .................5
Senior Center News ....................................6
2008 Membership Signup .......................6
Senior Programs......................................6
Volunteer Opportunities ..........................6
Medicare Part D ......................................6
The Better Part ........................................6
Roots ...........................................................7
Community Calendar ...............................8-9
Asian American Hero Award .....................10
Simply Safe ..........................................11-12
Eco News .............................................13-14
City Job Openings .....................................15
Council Actions .........................................15
Welcome New Businesses .........................15
City Meetings ............................................16
CONTENTS
Winter Holiday Concert
Sunday, December 16, 3 pm, Quinlan Community Center
FREE, FESTIVE, FABULOUS Once again, the Cupertino Symphonic Band will
present its festive Christmas program. ~ Continued on Page 2
Tom Narcisso will conduct the varied program
including the Twelve Days of Christmas, Sleigh
Ride, A Charlie Brown Christmas, and Ave Maria.
The concert is free but donations of canned
goods for the Community Services would be
very gratefully received.
For more information call 408.262.0471 or visit
the website at www.netview.com/csb.
WINTER Fun
Community Crab Feed
Friday, January 25, 6pm
St. Joseph of Cupertino Parish Hall
10120 N. De Anza Blvd., Cupertino
St. Joseph of Cupertino School hosts its
annual public all-you-can-eat crab feed.
The seventh annual event features a menu
of fresh crab, pasta, salad, and garlic bread.
Dessert, as well as no-host beer and wine,
will also be available.
Tickets, at $30, may be purchased in
advance by calling the St. Joseph of Cu-
pertino School offi ce, 408.252.6441. After
January 18, available tickets will be sold
for $35 each. All proceeds from the event
will go toward school programs and events.
Applications can be downloaded from the web-
site at www.cupertino.org/vacancies. For more
information, please visit the website or call the
City Clerk’s Offi ce at 408.777.3223. The dead-
line to apply is 5:30 pm, Wednesday, January 9.
~City Commissions Cont’d from Page 1
~Christmas Concert Cont’d from Page 1
1. Does our percussionist look like any-
one you know?
2. Deep double reeds hail the holiday.
3. Christmas décor for our clarinet section1.
2. 3.
Valentine’s Art Show
Reception February 7
Show runs February 1 - 29
Main Street Cafe, 134 Main, Los Altos
The Fine Arts League of Cupertino will be
having a member show titled “From the
Heart” in honor of Valentines Day.
For more info, contact Belinda Lima
408.252.0367.
his Holiday Season, take a break from all that
shopping and wrapping. Give an experience and
create a cherished memory! Experience gifts are for
everyone:
• Tickets to a sporting event, stage play, or movie
• Annual passes to museums or parks
• Gift certifi cates for a massage, kayak rental or
restaurant
The choices are endless!
Enjoy the holidays knowing you’ve given
thoughtful gifts to your friends and loved
ones and reduced waste!
“WEEKEND COLLEGE plus”
De Anza College’s “WEEKEND COLLEGE
plus” is ideal for people who need fl exibil-
ity in class choices to fi t a busy schedule. A
combination of Friday, Saturday, Sunday,
evening, online and self-paced classes are
available to allow busy people to fulfi ll
their educational goals. Go to www.
deanza.edu/schedule to fi nd a complete
listing of almost 900 “WEEKEND COLLEGE
plus” classes, or stop by the De Anza Col-
lege Bookstore and pick up a printed copy
of the schedule in December. Registra-
tion for new or former students begins
December 10. Winter Quarter 2008 starts
Monday, January 7.
MARKETPLACE CENTER HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
December 8-9, 15-16, and 22-23, 3-5 pm
Marketplace Shopping Center,
Corner of Stevens Creek Blvd. and Portal Rd.
Come and enjoy the Marketplace Shop-
ping Center’s Holiday festival: three
weekends of fun for children and adults,
including tree decorating, face painting,
photos with Santa Claus, and much more.
Pets are welcome. Be sure to visit the spe-
cial food tasting on December 15-16.
Community
Tree Lighting
December 2, 2007, 6 pm
Quinlan Community Center
Music * Treats * Santa
This event is FREE to the public
and takes place rain or shine.
Bring a non-perishable food item
or new toy to the event. All items
will be donated to Cupertino
Community Services and
distributed this holiday season.
For more information please
contact Cupertino Parks
and Recreation at 408.777.3120
SEASONAL Events
CUPERTINO SPORTS CENTER OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, January 12, 2008, 10 am-12 pm
Cupertino Sports Center
21111 Stevens Creek Blvd., 408.777.3160
SPORTS CENTER FEATURES:
Fitness Room with Lifefi tness & Cybex
Equipment
Child Care
Adult Sports
Tennis Courts
Fitness Classes
Racquetball Courts
OPEN HOUSE FREE ACTIVITIES:
Crafts
Games
Prizes
Face painting
Memberships
Body Fat Testing
& More
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
NEW STORYTIME HOURS
Bedtime Stories
3 years and up .............................Tuesdays, 7 pm
Three Stories
2-1/2 to 3-1/2 years old ...Wednesdays, 10:15 am
Twos Stories
1-1/2 to 2-1/2 years old .....Thursdays, 10:15 am
CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF THE RAT
Wednesday, January 30, 7 pm, in the Story Room
Librarian Jean Nei will introduce storyteller
and puppeteer Charlie Chin, who will present
a special puppet show in English, followed by a
craft for kids.
BOOKFLIX
The newest, coolest thing from the library
Bookfl ix pairs a video storybook with a related
nonfi ction eBook for children PreK-3 to access
from home. You only need a library card and
PIN number. From the library website, click
KIDS and then click BookFlix under the Elec-
tronic Resources section.
ADULT, TEEN AND FAMILY PROGRAMS
BOOK TALKS AND DISCUSSIONS
Join librarians Judy Dana and Annapurna
Dandu on the third Thursday of each month
in the Library Story Room. Booktalks are
short descriptions of several titles. One of the
books will be discussed. Sign up at the Adult
Reference Desk and pick up your copy of the book.
On December 13 at 7 pm “Persian Pickle Club” by
Sandra Dallas will be discussed.
On January 17 at 7 pm “Snow in August” by Pete
Hamill will be discussed.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library.
CREATE AN OFFICIAL POSTER OR BOOKMARK –
TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM 2008
Teens are invited to design a bookmark and/or
poster with the theme “Teen Summer Reading
Club” and turn it in to the Cupertino library by
January 15. There is a limit of only one entry
per teen. Please turn in a paper submission only.
Winners will be notifi ed by February 1.
~CUPERTINO LIBRARY~
10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino
The library has a Web Catalog at www.santaclaracountylib.org.
Bookmark these library web addresses:
Santa Clara County Library Web Site: www.santaclaracountylib.org
Teen Page Web Site: www.santaclaracountylib.org/teen
Kids Page Web Site: www.santaclaracountylib.org/kids
Cupertino Library
Cupertino Library NEW Open Hours
Monday ...................1 to 9
Tuesday ....................1 to 9
Wednesday ...............10 to 9
Thursday .................10 to 9
Friday .......................10 to 6
Saturday ..................10 to 6
Sunday .................... 12 to 6
Library 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
The Library will be closed on the
following days:
Tuesday, December 25
Tuesday, January 1
Monday, January 21
The Library will close at 5 pm on the
following days:
Monday, December 24
Monday, December 31
Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #14 | December 2007 p. 5
MOVIE FOR TEENS
***Teens are invited to come and see this
popular movie based upon the Alex Rider novel
by Anthony Horowitz at the Cupertino Library
Story Room on Saturday, December 1 at 2 pm.
Light refreshments will be served.
SPECIAL DATABASE TRAINING
Join librarian Annapurna Dandu for a special
training session on popular databases Refer-
ence USA, All Data Online and Auto Repair
Reference Center. The training will take place
in the Cupertino Library training room (second
fl oor) at 7 pm on Monday, January 7, 2008.
For more information, please call the library’s
Reference Desk at 408.446-1677, ext 3372.
SUPER COLLEGE PROGRAM
Super College experts Gen and Kelly Tanabe
talk about scholarships, essay-writing and other
tips to help you or your student pay for college
at the Cupertino Community Hall. This program
will take place at 7 pm on Wednesday, Janu-
ary 16, 2008. These programs are sponsored by
the Friends of the Cupertino Library. For more
information, please call the library’s Reference
Desk at 408.446-1677, ext. 3372.
KNITTING AT THE LIBRARY
Bring your needles and yarn to the library every
Tuesday, 4-6 pm and join the drop-in knitting
program in the Story Room on the main fl oor.
Knitters of all skill levels are welcome to attend.
INTERNET CLASSES IN MANDARIN
Beginning classes on how to use the Internet are
available in Mandarin, by appointment. Partici-
pants must be able to use a computer keyboard
and mouse. If you would like to schedule an
appointment, please call the library’s Reference
Desk at 408.446.1677, ext. 3372.
TEEN DATABASE CLASSES
Instruction on the library’s subscription
databases is available for teens, age 13-19, at
the library, by appointment. To schedule an
appointment, please call the reference desk at
408.446.1677, ext. 3372.
INTERNET BASICS FOR ADULTS
Beginning classes on how to use the Internet
are available by appointment. Participants must
be able to use a computer keyboard and mouse.
If you would like to schedule an appointment,
please call the library’s Reference Desk at
408.446.1677, ext. 3372.
LIBRARY TOURS
Library tours are conducted the third Wednes-
day of every month from 1 to 2 pm and the
fourth Saturday of the month from 2 to 3 pm.
Tours include an explanation and demonstration
of the library’s online catalog and subscription
databases and library collections and services.
For more information about library tours, call
408.446.1677, ext. 3372.
DATABASES AND RESEARCH TOOLS
Santa Clara County Library subscribes to online
databases for adults and children, on a variety of
subjects, including business, science and literature.
Many of the databases are available even when the
library is closed. If you’re not at the library, just go
to the library’s webpage at www.santaclaracoun-
tylib.org, click on databases and enter your library
card and PIN number to access a database.
For example, you can research a company
using Standard and Poor’s Net Advantage,
prepare for an academic or professional exam
with Learning Express or fi nd information for a
state report in “America the Beautiful”.
THE FRIENDS OF THE CUPERTINO LIBRARY
BESTSELLER COLLECTION
Funded by the Friends of the Cupertino
Library, the Bestseller Collection is a special
browsing collection designed to make it easier
than ever to fi nd a bestseller on the library
shelf when you visit the library. The books are
available on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis (no
reserves). All titles check out for one week.
Located in the New Book / New Magazines /
Media area right off the lobby.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY COLLECT CELL PHONES
The Friends of the Cupertino Library have placed
a cabinet in the library lobby to collect used cell
phones. Proceeds benefi t the Cupertino Library.
Cupertino Library is located at 10800 Torre
Avenue. For more information on any of the
Cupertino Library’s programs, please call the
Reference Desk at 408.446.1677, ext 3372.
First Night of HanukkahDecember 4
2008 MEMBERSHIP SIGNUP IN FULL SWING
The Senior Center is Cupertino’s hub for activi-
ties, trips, information, and services specifi cally
geared toward active adults 50 years and older.
For a $22 resident fee and a $27 non-resident
fee, 2008 membership will be valid until
January 2009. That’s 14 months for the price of
twelve. Membership allows access to all Senior
Center programs, bi-monthly newsletter, Active
Senior News, and a parking decal for use at the
Senior Center. Membership also provides a spe-
cial senior rate at the Cupertino Sports Center.
Current 2007 membership is valid through Janu-
ary 2008. Renew membership by Wednesday,
December 12, to receive the January/February
Active Senior News in the mail.
TOURS AND TRIPS
Travel along with your friends at the Senior
Center. Call 408.777.3150 (or check www.cu-
pertino.org) about the trips below and more:
• Southwest National Parks Circle Tour
• Scandinavian Highlights
• Julia Morgan’s Berkeley
• San Francisco Symphony Rehearsal
• House Hunting in Palo Alto
• Beguiling Benicia
• Nevada City and Chico
• Rigoletto
• Body, Mind, and Spirit
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Pianist - The Rhythmaires Band (a senior enter-
tainment group) needs a substitute piano player
for our 98-year-old regular pianist. Probable
weekly practices and monthly performances, at
the Senior Center or at various venues in the
Bay Area. Ability to read music is a must. Con-
tact Jack Peters, 408.252.4534.
Production Crew - Cupertino Senior TV Produc-
tions is looking for Senior Center members to
join the group as “non-studio” production crew.
Open positions are Recording Secretary, Cor-
respondence Secretary, Treasurer, and Website
Manager. Call 408.252.2667 or attend Tuesday
meetings at 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, at the Senior
Center for more information.
Got Medicare Part D?
Anyone currently enrolled in a Medicare Part
D plan (Prescription Drug Plans), should re-
evaluate their Prescription Plan to make certain
the plan continues to meet their needs in 2008.
From November 15 to December 31, 2007, they
can join, switch, or drop a Medicare prescription
drug plan. People who have HMO, PPO, or SNP
are not affected by this timeline. People with
retiree plans, please check with their health plan
before making any changes.
Many prescription drug plans in 2008 have
increased premiums or benefi ciary cost sharing,
and have changed their formularies. Some have
reduced or eliminated “donut hole” coverage in
2008. When reviewing plans, consider whether
the drug(s) will still be covered; if there is a
need to switch some drug(s) to generic; if the
out of pocket cost of drug(s) will increase, and
whether drug(s) will be subject to new restric-
tions such as quantity limit, prior authorization,
and/or step therapy.
Anyone needing assistance reviewing their
current prescription plan can schedule an ap-
pointment with a HICAP counselor at Cupertino
Senior Center by calling 408.777.3150 or Coun-
cil on Aging at 408.296.8290. Cupertino Senior
Center Case Manager, Karen Goss, is also avail-
able to answer questions about the prescription
plans at 408.777.3155. Visit www.medicare.gov
to compare these drug plans online.
The programs listed below are aired
Mondays at 4:30 pm on Channel 15.
The repeat showings are at 7:00 pm.
December 3, 4, 7
Christmas with the Bay Bells
Visions of sleigh bells and snow brought to
you by the sounds of hand bells.
December 5 at 1:00:
Holiday Snippets From Around the World
Speakers include Andrea Dorey, Bill Man-
nion, Ernie Piini, Hema Kundargi, Teresa
Mo, Myrna Gelphman and Bob Yee. They
will cover Diwali, Chanukah, Lunar New
Year, Hawaiian Holiday and Christmas.
December 10, 11, 14
Soft Harp Music for Christmas
Hear the music of Christmas accompanied
by the harp.
December 17, 18, 21, 24, 25, 28: TBA
THE BETTER PART
SENIOR CENTER NEWS
Remember to join or change
Medicare prescription drug plans by
DECEMBER 31
One of the advantages of living in the great community of
Cupertino is getting to know people from all over the world
and learning about their customs, festivals, and stories.
The Advent season is upon us in December, that period of
four weeks marking the progression of events leading to the
celebration of the birth of Christ. “Advent” derives from the
Latin word “adventus” which means “coming”.
From Russia comes the tale of “Babushka”, (“grandmother”)
told at Christmastime. According to one version of the story,
Babushka fed the wise men when they came through her vil-
lage on their way to fi nd the Christ child. They invited her to
go with them and bring a gift, but Babushka said she was too
busy. After they left, she began to regret not going, and set
out to fi nd them. Eventually she reached the Holy Land, but
by that time, Joseph, Mary and the child had fl ed to Egypt to
escape the cruel Herod, and the wise men had returned to their
countries. Babushka was very sad she had missed Jesus and it
is said she is still looking for Him, sorry that she was so busy.
In Poland, the highlight of the season is Christmas Eve, as the
families watch for the fi rst star of the evening or “Gwiazdka”
(one little star) in remembrance of the star of Bethlehem.
Under family dinner tables or under the tablecloth, bits of
hay are placed, a reminder that Jesus was born in a manger.
At midnight, families attend “Pasterka”, the Shepherd’s Mass
in cathedrals and churches. “Oplatek”, a special bread and
“piernik”, a honey cake, are two of the many foods associ-
ated with Christmas in Poland.
Christmas in Greece is a traditionally solemn religious holi-
day. Throughout all the festivities, there is no question that
in Greece, Christmas is about remembering Christ. Beautiful
carols called “kalandas” have been handed down from Byz-
antine times and add to the reverent quality of the celebra-
tion. In the remote countryside villages, stone corrals protect
precious livestock and the clear, starry skies are not far
removed from the night in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago.
In northwestern India, tribal Indian Christians go out every
night during the Christmas season to sing special Christmas
carols the whole night through. They visit surrounding vil-
lages, singing to the residents and telling the Christmas story.
In Mumbai, Christian families display the nativity creche in
their front windows and hang huge paper lanterns shaped like
stars above the street, making a twinkling canopy of stars for
passers-by. Since the majority are Catholic Christians, atten-
dance at midnight mass and family dinners are the custom.
Although Christianity is unsanctioned in China, in recent
years midnight masses have seen an overfl ow of people,
coming to celebrate Christmas. In homes, paper lanterns and
paper chains adorn small trees.
These are just a few of the many lands and Christmas cus-
toms represented by folk from different countries that have
come to live in Cupertino. There are wonderful books in the
Cupertino library, (especially in the children’s room) and also
in church libraries, telling about Christmas and customs from
countries all over the world. The account of Christ’s birth
may be found in the gospel of Luke, in the New Testament.
By Gail Fretwell Hugger
ROOTS Christmas Customs, Near & Far
Christmas in Greece is a traditionally solemn religious holi-
day. Throughout all the festivities, there is no question that
in Greece, Christmas is about remembering Christ. Beautiful
carols called “kalandas” have been handed down from Byz-
antine times and add to the reverent quality of the celebra-
tion. In the remote countryside villages, stone corrals protect
precious livestock and the clear, starry skies are not far
removed from the night in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago.
May e season bring
peace joy
to one and all.
Merry Chrimas, Cupertino!
p. 8 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #14 | December 2007
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
NOV CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE
~1~
Sat
De Anza Flea Market
Organization of Special Needs Families*
Planetarium Shows*
8 to 4 pm
2 to 4 pm
7 pm
De Anza College
20920 McClellan Rd.
De Anza Planetarium
864.8946
996.0858
864.8814
~3~
Mon
American Legion Post 642
Al-ANON Steps for Living*
Take Off Pounds Sensibly* (TOPS)
Overeaters Anonymous*
Food Addicts in Recovery * (FA)
8 pm
7:30 pm
6:30 pm
7 pm
7 pm
10201 Imperial Ave., #3
940 S. Stelling Rd.
First Baptist Church
10505 Miller Ave.
Union Church
St. Jude’s Church
374.6392
379.1051
252.2434
650.327.1649
246.1620
~4~
Tues
Alcoholics Anonymous* Women’s
Group
Al-ANON Family Group*
Toughlove*
Cupertino Kiwanis*
Knights of Columbus 4981*
Cupertino Men’s Service*
Cupertino Sr. TV Production*
Cupertino Las Madres*
6:30 pm
5:30 pm
7 pm
Noon
8 pm
Noon
9:30 am
3 to 5 pm
Redeemer Luth. Church
940 S. Stelling Rd.
Bethel Lutheran Church
10131 Finch Ave.
Bethel Lutheran Church
|10131 Finch Ave.
The Blue Pheasant
10201 Imperial Ave., #3
The Blue Pheasant
Senior Center
Creekside Park - toddler area
650.903.0321
379.1051
946.7970
252.3830
243.8462
252.2667
861.0417
~5~
Wed
Al-ANON Family Group*
Viewfi nders Camcorder Club
Cupertino Sanitary Dist*
De Anza Optimist Club*
Cupertino Optimist Club*
Tandem Toastmasters*
Macintalkers Toastmasters*
Cupertino Rotary Club*
Philotesian Rebekah #145
Cupertino Symphonic Band*
Krazy Dazys Square Dance Club*
7 pm
7:30 pm
8 pm
7:15 am
12:15 pm
Noon
5:30 pm
Noon
7:30 pm
7 pm
7 pm
940 S. Stelling Road
Community Center
20833 Stevens Creek #104
Holder’s Restaurant
Blue Pheasant
HP, 19333 Vallco Parkway
Apple Computer DeAnza 3
10500 No. DeAnza Blvd.
Community Center
Cupertino Odd Fellows
Cupertino High School
Hyde Middle School
650.734.5869
735.0367
253.7071
253.4424
255.3212
285.4977
macintalkers.com
vppr@macintalkers.com
920.2224
252.3954
262.0471
747.0943
~6~
Thurs
De Anza Lions Club*
Cupertino Host Lions Club*
Northwest Y Service Club*
Cupertino Amateur Radio Emergency
Service (CARES)
Connect Club I*
Connect Club II*
Business Networking Intl.*
Overeaters Anonymous*
Food Addicts in Recovery (FA)*
Cupertino Las Madres*
6:45 am
7:15 pm
6:30 pm
7:30 pm
Noon
8 am
7 am
7 pm
7 pm
10 to 1 pm
Holders Country Inn
Mariani’s Restaurant
Northwest YMCA
20803 Alves Drive
City Hall
Holders Country Inn
Chamber of Commerce
BJ’s Brewery
Union Church
St. Jude’s Church
Portal Park
255.3093
252.6262
650.964.3734
345.8372
252.7054
252.7054
996.9111 BNI.com
253.8394
378.3499
861.0417
~7~
Fri
De Anza Kiwanis*
Cupertino Las Madres*
7:15 am
10 to 1 pm
Intl. House of Pancakes
Cuptertino Library atrium
973.1456
861.0417
Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #14 | December 2007 p. 9
City offi ces will be closed Monday, December 24 through Tuesday,
January 1 for the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays.
Submit information about clubs and organizations meeting in Cupertino
to Linda Lagergren, City of Cupertino, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 95014
408.777.3202, lindal@cupertino.org.
Clubs with asterisks meet more than once a month.
Call the contact number for details.
NOV CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE
~8~
Sat
Daughters of Norway 9:30 am Sunnyview Retirement Com-
munity
255.9828
~10~
Mon
Cupertino Odd Fellows*
Fine Arts League
8 pm
7 pm
20589 Homestead Rd.
Community Center
252.3954
268.1974
Ask for Chandra Agrawal
~11~Tues
Sertoma Club*7:15 am 1366 S. Saratoga-Sunnyvale
Rd.
252.2584
255.5293
~13~
Thurs
Quota Service Club*
(Aids hearing & speech impaired)
Cupertino-West Valley Welcome Club
Noon
11:30 am
Blue Pheasant 252.8568
257.6136
252.1529
~14~Fri
Malihini Orchid Society
Cupertino Coin Club
Reception prior to Fine Arts League
Juried Art Show
7:30 pm
7:45 pm
7 to 9 pm
Hewlett-Packard, Oak Rm.
West Valley Pres. Church
Cupertino Community Hall
267.3397
253.1232
868.9023
~18~Tues
African Violet Society 12:30 pm Sunnyview Lutheran Home 736.9262
~20~
Thurs
Toyokawa Sister City
West Valley Republican Women
Rolling Hills 4H Club
Embroiders’ Guild of America
7:30 pm
11:30 am
7 pm
7 pm
City Hall
Monta Vista Recreation Center
Sunnyview Lutheran Home
257.7424
252.6312
257.4745
578.5917
~26~Wed
Rancho Neighborhood Association
The Powerful Pens
7:30 pm
7 pm
Rancho Pool & Recreation
Facility
18000 Chelmsford 626.9784
Announcements
questions about residents’ cell phone and wi-fi
experience in the city. This article covers the
results relating to cell phones. A future Scene
article will focus on the wi-fi results.
Over the survey period of three weeks, we
received 614 unique responses from different
addresses within the city. The responses were
evenly distributed throughout all areas of the
city. The number of results and distribution
meant that we have very high confi dence that
the results refl ect the experiences and views of
the community as a whole.
The survey asked which cellular carriers resi-
dents used, the quality of service, and probed
about concerns relating to the perceived safety
and esthetics of cell phone towers. The survey
also explored potential safety and security con-
cerns arising from poor cell phone service. This
topic was in recognition of the growing trend to-
ward exclusive use of cellular phones as opposed
to wired phones in the home. We also provided
an opportunity for survey participants to note
specifi c locations of poor cellular coverage and
detailed comments on any other issue relating to
cellular phones.
Signifi cant Survey Results
1. Cellular usage in Cupertino is dominated by
Verizon (44%) and AT&T (38%) Sprint (7%)
and T-Mobile (6%) are next with all others
less than 5%.
2. Approximately 50% of residents report
fair, poor, or non-existent cellular cover-
age at their locations. We did not attempt to
quantify the exact meaning of those terms,
but based on detailed comments, it is very
likely those respondents commonly experi-
ence poor voice quality, dropped calls, and/
or non-connections.
3. Approximately 10% of respondents ex-
pressed severe to moderate concerns about
the safety of cell phone towers.
4. Approximately 20% of respondents ex-
pressed severe to moderate concerns about
the esthetics of cell phone towers.
5. Approximately 15% of respondents ex-
pressed severe to moderate concerns about
safety or security issues relating to poor cell
phone coverage.
6. Approximately 25% of the respondents
highlighted an area of particularly poor
cellular coverage. Three locations stuck out
in those responses—the Kennedy Middle
School/Monta Vista High School area, Foot-
hill Boulevard from I-280 to Stevens Creek,
and DeAnza Boulevard from Stevens Creek
to Homestead. The DeAnza Blvd. result is
surprising given the number of existing tow-
ers in that area.
7. 71 respondents wrote detailed comments
relating to cellular coverage. Of those com-
ments, all but one expressed concern about
poor cellular service at their locations and
wanted coverage improved.
In September the TICC reported its fi ndings to
the Cupertino City Council. Recognizing that
there was a substantial problem with the quality
of cellular coverage in the city, the Council di-
rected the TICC to work with city staff to develop
a plan to remedy that problem. The TICC and
city staff are actively exploring ways to improve
coverage. We have had discussions with the key
carriers and have received several encouraging
comments and ideas from residents. Look for a
future Scene article on the plan when it is fi n-
ished. If you have ideas, comments, or questions
about the survey, the results, or the plan under
development, please email ticc@cupertino.org.
Cupertino Resident Awarded
Asian American Hero Award
Six Asian American community members and
two organizations in Santa Clara County were
recognized for their exemplary contribution and
leadership at the Asian American Hero Awards,
presented by Santa Clara County Supervisor Liz
Kniss. Conceived by her, the awards program
acknowledges members of the Asian American
community for commitment to civic leader-
ship, the arts, education, and health and human
services, as well as honoring outstanding com-
munity organizations, families or teams. Hema
Alur-Kundargi of Cupertino was awarded in the
education category for her efforts to inform the
public about Indian traditions. She said that it is
always nice to be recognized for one’s hard work.
“For me, it is like icing on the cake. This award
encourages me to continue what I’m doing - edu-
cating people about Indian culture and promoting
understanding between communities.”
~Survey Results Cont’d from Page 1
Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #14 | December 2007 p. 11
Simply Safe December 2007
Jon Nakafuji, Cupertino Volunteer
Earthquake! Just when you thought it was never
going to happen… it did. The good news is, it
wasn’t that bad. The bad news is, we can’t pre-
dict when the next one will occur or how bad it
will be. Education is the key to staying safe.
After the ground stops shaking, do you know
how to tell if your house is structurally safe to
be in? Broken windows are not structural dam-
age. Things falling off shelves aren’t either. Here
are some simple guidelines to follow and check
for real structural damage.
- First, walk around the outside of the house.
Be careful. Things on the roof (like tile or
bricks) may have been shaken loose and are
ready to drop on your head.
- Look at the house foundation for any new
cracks or shifting. Homes built after 1960
are less likely to have foundation issues. Also
look at the ground for any cracks.
- Check the gas meter and turn off the gas if
you smell gas, hear hissing sounds or see the
gas meter dial spinning unusually fast.
- Check the horizontal and vertical lines of
your home. Stand at each side of the house.
Hold a pencil or pen at arm’s length, in front
of your face, and close one eye. Line up the
pencil/pen with the horizontal and vertical
lines of your house to see if they’ve “shifted”
because of cracking or other stress. If they
have, you may have structural damage that
could get worse with aftershocks.
- If you don’t see any foundation damage, or
changes in horizontal and vertical lines, go
inside and look at the walls. You can expect
to see 45 degree cracks around large win-
dows because the glass is not strong enough
to support the wall. This causes a lot more
stress on the surrounding structure. Hairline
cracks are OK. If the cracks are wider, the
wall is probably damaged and susceptible to
aftershocks.
- Finally, open and close doors. If they are
diffi cult to open, or stuck, the building may
have shifted.
- If you suspect structural damage, you should
not go back inside your home. The city is
responsible for inspecting every building for
safety but it may take up to 14 days to check
them all.
Fortunately, this recent earthquake wasn’t
strong enough to cause damage in Cupertino but
the next one could be. We have another chance
to be ready. Imagine what it would have been
like to stand in front of your house and not be
able to go back inside.
Here are some things you can expect after a major
earthquake: no electricity, no telephone service,
no gasoline, very limited and delayed medical
assistance and fi re response, closed grocery stores.
Remember you can harm yourself if you drink
water out of the faucet and harm the environment
if you fl ush toilets when lines have been damaged.
Make a plan to address each one. All have simple
remedies if you think them through. (Note: earth-
quake insurance will not solve any of these issues.)
Need a little help? Attend a Personal Emergency
Preparedness workshop.
PREPARE YOURSELF, ONE MONTH AT A TIME
When you start transferring information onto
your 2008 calendar, don’t forget to schedule days
to check or purchase emergency supplies and take
a Personal Emergency Preparedness workshop.
To keep the kids busy this holiday season, log on
to www.cupertino.org/emergency and click on
“Preparedness Info for Kids”. You’ll fi nd many in-
teractive websites that will teach kids (and adults)
about safety and emergencies. P.S. Emergency
supplies make great Christmas gifts.
UPCOMING CLASSES
Pandemic Flu – What should you know? How will
the county plan for a pandemic? How should you
prepare? Free community presentation, is being
offered Wednesday, January 30, 7:30-9 pm, Cu-
pertino Community Hall, 10350 Torre Ave.
Personal Emergency Preparedness Workshop,
Free, January 15, 9 am to Noon. February 9, 9 am
to Noon.
Kaleidoscope, Public Safety Training for 6-12
grade, February 18-22, 2008
Community Emergency Response Team, Fridays,
day or evening classes March/April 2008
Register for classes through the Cupertino
Parks & Recreation website or fi ll out a regis-
tration form at Quinlan Center, City Hall or the
Cupertino Library.
Simply Safe is a monthly article provided to
inform the community about emergency pre-
paredness, training schedules and volunteer
opportunities. Contact the Cupertino Offi ce of
Emergency Services (OES) at 408.777.3335, email
OES@cupertino.org, or go to the website www.
cupertino.org/emergency for more information.
p. 12 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #14 | December 2007
The holiday season is always a special time of
year. It is also a time when busy people can be-
come careless and vulnerable to theft and other
holiday crime. We can never be too careful, too
prepared or too aware. Please share this infor-
mation with family, friends and neighbors.
DRIVING: Keep all car doors locked and win-
dows closed while in or out of your car. If you
must shop at night, park in a well-lighted area.
Never leave your car unoccupied with the motor
running or with children inside. Do not leave
packages or valuables on the seat of your car.
This creates a temptation for thieves. If you must
leave something in the car, lock it in the trunk
or put it out of sight. Be sure to locate your keys
prior to going to your car. Keep a secure hold
on your purse, handbag and parcels. Do not put
them down or on top of the car in order to open
the door. When approaching and leaving your
vehicle be aware of your surroundings. Do not
approach your car alone if there are suspicious
people in the area. Ask mall or store security for
an escort before leaving your shopping location.
AUTOMATED TELLER MACHINES (ATM): If you
must use an ATM, choose one that is located
inside the mall, or well-lighted location. Protect
your PIN by shielding the ATM keypad from
anyone who is standing near you. Do not throw
your ATM receipt away at the ATM location.
SHOPPING: If you shop at night, go with a friend
or family member. Avoid wearing expensive
jewelry. Even though you are rushed and think-
ing about a thousand things, stay alert to your
surroundings. Avoid carrying large amounts
of cash. If you do, do not “fl ash” your money
wad. Divide up your cash into smaller amounts
and keep in separate pockets. Notify the credit
card issuer immediately if your credit card is
lost, stolen or misused. Be extra careful if you
do carry a wallet or purse. They are the prime
targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas,
transportation terminals, bus stops, on buses
and other rapid transit. Avoid overloading
yourself with packages. It is important to have
clear visibility and freedom of motion to avoid
mishaps. Beware of strangers approaching you
for any reason.
CHILDREN: Teach your child to go to a store clerk
and ask for help in case your child is separated
from you. Teach children to stay close to you at
all times while shopping. Never allow children
to make unaccompanied trips to the restroom.
Young children should never be allowed to go
to the car alone and they should never be left
alone in the car. Teach children their full name,
address and telephone number to give to police
offi cers or mall security. For younger children,
place a note with your emergency notifi cation
information in their pocket. The note could read,
“If I am lost, please call…. My mommy’s name
is….” Teach children to immediately inform you
if a stranger is bothering them.
HOME: Be extra cautious about locking doors
and windows when you leave the house, even
for a few minutes. When leaving home for an
extended time, have a neighbor or family mem-
ber watch your house and stop your newspaper
and mail service. Indoor and outdoor lights
should be on an automatic timer. Leave a radio
or television on so the house looks and sounds
occupied. Large displays of holiday gifts should
not be visible through the windows and doors of
your home.
When setting up a Christmas tree or other
holiday display, make sure doors and passage-
ways are clear inside your home. Be sure your
Christmas tree is mounted on a sturdy base so
children, elderly persons or family pets cannot
pull it over on themselves. If you use lights on
your Christmas tree ensure the wiring is not
damaged or frayed. Frayed or damaged wiring
can cause a fi re. Never place wrapping paper in
your fi replace.
It is not uncommon for criminals to take ad-
vantage of the generosity of people during the
holiday season by soliciting donations door-to-
door for charitable causes although no charity
is involved. Ask for their identifi cation. If it is a
for profi t business, they must have a permit from
the city of Cupertino on their person. If you are
not satisfi ed, do not donate and call 911.
HOLIDAY PARTIES: Never drink and drive.
Safety During the Holidays
Winter Solstice December 21
Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #14 | December 2007 p. 13
Safety During the Holidays
HOLIDAY GARBAGE DATES
Since Christmas and New Years Day fall on
Tuesday, residential trash and recycling service
has been rescheduled “a day behind” for the
entire last week of Dec. and the fi rst week of
Jan. Regular Monday service will be provided,
Tuesday service will be provided on Wednesday,
Wednesday service will be on Thursday, etc.,
with Friday customers serviced on Saturday.
RECYCLING DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Did you know that we will create more than
25% more waste during the holiday season than
any other time throughout the year? This means
an extra 5 million pounds of waste is generated
between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day in
the United States. By practicing simple, earth-
friendly behaviors, we can signifi cantly reduce
the amount of garbage that is land fi lled during
the festive season. Here are some recycling and
garbage reminders:
Christmas Trees: Christmas trees will be collect-
ed at homes in Cupertino on regular collection
days from January 2 through 31. Trees should be
set out by 6 am, cut into 4-foot lengths, with all
decorations and stands removed. Place trees in
tan yard waste cart or at the curb. Trees will be
picked up at apartment and condominium com-
plexes during the same period. Managers should
call Los Altos Garbage Co. when the complex is
ready for tree pick-up at 408.725.4020. Flocked
trees are accepted for composting.
Corrugated Cardboard: Corrugated cardboard
can be placed in the blue recycling cart or fl at-
tened and placed alongside your recycling cart.
Residents living in apartments or condominiums
should ask managers where cardboard is col-
lected on-site. Boxes must be fl attened and cut
into 3-ft by 3-ft pieces. If desired, large quanti-
ties can be taken to the Sunnyvale Recycling
Center at the north end of Borregas Ave. Call
408.752.8530 for more information.
Styrofoam: Blocks of styrofoam, placed in clear
plastic bags, can be placed in your blue cart.
While Los Altos Garbage company does not
accept Styrofoam “peanuts” for recycling, they
are accepted at all UPS Stores. Closest store is at
1072 S. DeAnza Blvd, 408.253.6561. Residents
who have the new type of “peanuts” made of
cornstarch, may stir them into a compost pile or
a dirt area and dissolve them in water.
Wrapping paper: Gift wrapping paper can be
included with other recycling at curbside. (Most
apartment and condominium complexes have
paper recycling in toters.) Plastic-coated and foil
wrapping paper and ribbons and bows cannot be
recycled.
No limit: Remember that there is no limit to
the amount of recyclables that can be set out
on your collection day. (Although, yardwaste
should only be set out in your yardwaste toter.)
Extra recyclables can be placed in boxes and set
next to the full cart.
Cans and bottles: Place a well-labeled recycling
container next to trash containers at parties to
make it easy for guests to recycle.
Produce Less Waste and Smart Holiday Shopping
Avoid producing unnecessary waste that needs
to be recycled or disposed of this holiday sea-
son. Make these practices part of your holiday
routine:
• Give an experience and create a cherished
memory, such as tickets to a movie, sport-
ing event, stage play, restaurant, salon spa,
manicure/pedicure. The choices are endless.
• Gift a gift to the environment such as a
battery charger with rechargeable batteries,
bus/light rail/train passes, live plants and
gardening tools.
• Package gifts in reusable gift bags
• Bring your own bags to the store
• Be creative and have fun. Have an environ-
mentally smart holiday season.
EXTRA HOLIDAY TRASH?
On-Call Disposal Days: Residents (with garbage
can service) are reminded that they have the
option of using their two free On-Call Disposal
Days for disposal of large amounts of trash.
Schedule a Disposal Day by calling the Los
Altos Garbage Company at 408.725.4020. For
details, visit the city’s website at www.cuperti-
no.org/environmental (click on Garbage) or call
the garbage company.
Extra Bag Tags: Another option for residents who
periodically generate extra garbage is “Extra
Bag Tags.” Place extra trash in plastic trash
bags and attach a tag to it where your garbage
collector picks up. Bags cannot be larger than
32 gallons or weigh more than 25 pounds. Tags
cost $5.57 each or 10 for $52.93, and are avail-
able from the Los Altos Garbage Company, call
408.725.4020.
Eco news December 2007
By Lavenia Millar, Cupertino Environment Programs Manager
WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR OLD COMPUTER
If you received new computer equipment during
the holidays and want to recyle your old com-
puter, try these organizations.
• Resource Area For Teachers (RAFT) in San
Jose, 408.451.3853, www.raft.net
A non-profi t that provides used, working
computers to teachers and other non-profi t
agencies.
• Computer Recycling Center in Sunnyvale,
1.888.887.3372, www.crc.org
A non-profi t that redistributes working
computers to teachers and other non-profi ts.
Accepts working and nonworking equip-
ment. Some charges may apply.
• City of Cupertino and Apple Computer’s free
electronics recycling program:
408.862.2667. Mondays, Wednesdays, and
Fridays 8-4:30 at 10300 Bubb Road. The pro-
gram accepts all computer components and
peripherals (PCs and Macs), fax machines,
VCRs, stereo equipment, home copiers, DVD
players and TVs. Bring proof of residency.
The facility will be closed December 24
through January 1.
JUNK MAIL KITS
If your mailbox is becoming overwhelmed with
holiday catalogs and solicitations that you don’t
want, start reducing the fl ow of mail to your
house by using a Junk Mail Reduction Kit. Find
the kit on-line at www.cupertino.org/environ-
mental, the Quinlan Community Center, City
Hall, or call Public Works at 408.777.3354 for
your free copy.
WOOD BURNING TIPS
The burning of wood in fi replaces and wood-
stoves is a major source of air pollution during
the winter months.
Here are a few tips on how to reduce air pollution:
• Instead of wood, use manufactured fi re logs
(they burn 50% cleaner)
• If you burn wood, make sure it’s dried or
“seasoned” for six to twelve months
• Never burn garbage or chemically-treated
wood
• Consider switching to a gas fi replace (for the
ambiance of a wood fi re without the gases
and the pollution)
A free copy of the California Air Resources
Board’s Wood Burning Handbook can be found
at the Quinlan Community Center and City Hall.
City Job Openings
Plan Check Engineer - Salary: $6,742 - $8,195
monthly (+ City paid PERS, 2.7 @ 55 effective
Dec. 22, 2007). Under general direction, to re-
view and check building and site plans to insure
compliance with City codes and ordinances; and
to do related work as required.
Environmental Programs Manager - Salary:
$7,060 - $8,582 monthly (+City paid PERS, 2.7
@ 55 effective Dec. 22, 2007). Under general di-
rection, the position is responsible for managing
and directing the activities of the environmental
division within the Public Works Department.
Senior Traffi c Technician - Salary: $5,733 - $6,969
monthly (+ City paid PERS, 2.7 @ 55 effective
Dec. 22, 2007). This position performs complex
sub-professional engineering and traffi c engineer-
ing work in design, drafting, traffi c surveying,
and a variety of fi eld and offi ce engineering work.
Recreation Specialist - Teen Program - Salary:
$11.00- $12.50 per hour. This is a part-time,
temporary, non-benefi ted position. Under limit-
ed supervision, to plan, organize, and supervise
all recreational activities for the Teen Center
and Teen programs and to do related work as
required.
Senior Recreation Leader-Teen Program - Sal-
ary: $9.75 - $10.75 per hour. This is a part-time,
temporary, non-benefi ted position. Under super-
vision, to plan, organize, and supervise all rec-
reational activities for the Teen Center and Teen
programs and to do related work as required.
Golf Shop Attendant/Starter - Blackberry Farm
Golf Course - Salary: $10.00 per hour. This is
a part-time, temporary, non-benefi ted position.
This position is responsible for taking telephone
reservations, collecting green fees and checking
in customers, merchandise sales and will work
primarily weekday and weekend afternoons.
How to Apply: All positions open until fi lled.
Applicants must complete an offi cial City of
Cupertino application and return it to the City
of Cupertino, Human Resources Division, 10300
Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014. To obtain
more information or an application, please visit
the City’s website at www.cupertino.org/jobs or
call Human Resources at 408.777.3227.
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Complete agenda and minutes of
all City Council, Planning and other
commissions are available at
www.cupertino.org/agenda.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2007
Council Members Present: Wang, Sandoval,
Mahoney and Lowenthal
Presented proclamation to Apple, Inc.’s representative
Michael Foulkes regarding the donation of eight Apple
iMACS to the Cupertino Senior Center.
Received update about Cupertino Square shopping center.
Approved minutes of the October 16 City Council meeting.
Adopted resolutions accepting accounts payable for Octo-
ber 12, 19, and 26, Resolution Nos. 07-177 to 07-179.
Adopted a resolution accepting payroll for October 19,
Resolution No. 07-180.
Accepted the Treasurer’s Investment Report for September
2007 including a status report on General Fund Revenue
and Expenditures.
Approved an application for an Alcoholic Beverage
License, On Sale Beer & Wine – Eating Place (41), for
Harvest Restaurant.
Approved an application for an Alcoholic Beverage
License, Off Sale Beer & Wine (20) for 7-Eleven Store.
Approved an application for an Alcoholic Beverage
License, Off Sale Beer & Wine (20), On Sale Beer & Wine
– Eating Place (41), and On Sale Beer & Wine – Public
Premises (42) for Whole Foods Market.
Adopted a resolution approving a fi nal parcel map, Chiao-
Fu Chang and Sue-Fay L. Chang, Kok Y. Ho and Yuet M.
Ho, Hsing H. Kung and Margaret Kung.
Adopted a resolution accepting the quitclaim deed for
underground water rights, Chiao-Fu Chang and Sue-Fay
L. Chang, Kok Y. Ho and Yuet M. Ho, Hsing H. Kung and
Margaret Kung.
Adopted a resolution approving an improvement agree-
ment, Chiao-Fu Chang and Sue-Fay L. Chang, Kok Y. Ho
and Yuet M. Ho, Hsing H. Kung and Margaret Kung.
Adopted a resolution approving a revised improvement
agreement, Zhihong Liu.
Adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager
to enter into a cooperative work agreement with the
California Department of Transportation to extend the life
of 2005-06 Bicycle Transportation Account grant funds in
the amount of $300,000.00 for the Mary Avenue Bicycle
Footbridge Project.
Considered a six-month review of the temporary use
permit (U-2005-11) to allow an opening time of 5:30
am for Application No. M-2006-07, Laura Thomas
(Peet’s Coffee), 20807 Stevens Creek Blvd. Continued to
November 20.
Considered a petition for reconsideration of the City
Council’s decision to deny an appeal of a Minor Residen-
tial Permit application for a second story rear deck on a
new 1,794 square foot residence. Denied petition.
Received report on North Vallco Plan (Phase 1).
Received a report on the former Moxley property on Lindy
Lane and direct staff to continue to require the replanting
of six oak trees pursuant to the recorded covenant.
Adopted a resolution establishing an Expense Reimburse-
ment Administrative procedure for City Council members,
commissioners, and committee members. Continued to
December or January.
Provided direction to the Planning Commission regarding
Application No. CP-2007-03, City of Cupertino, Citywide,
Historic Preservation Policies.
Accepted the resignation of Housing Commissioner Kim
Mosleh.
Considered December 18 at 5 pm to hold a study session
regarding the Stevens Creek Corridor.
Reviewed and accept the recommendation from the Fiscal
Strategic Plan Committee on General Fund and Capital
Improvement Fund Reserves.
Concurred to do the following:
A. Eliminate the PERS reserve and move $1 million into
the Economic Uncertainty Reserve II.
B. Increase the Economic Uncertainty Reserve I by an ad-
ditional $1.5 million.
C. Combine both Economic Uncertainty Reserves to result
in a total of $12.5 million (consistent with the average in
California and the 30% or operating expenditure survey).
D. Retain the $5 million goal in the Capital Improvement
Project Reserve, but move this reserve to the CIP Fund.
E. First priority of funding will be the Economic Uncer-
tainty Reserve, then a small, unallocated amount
in the General Fund for necessary midyear budget
adjustments (up to $500,000), and fi nally the Capital
Improvement Project Reserve.
COUNCIL ACTIONS
Welcome New Businesses
7 Eleven Store 2367-25717 C
Bamboo Aesthetics, Inc.
Beard Papa’s Cupertino
Beauty Island Day Spa
Deidre Popolizio, MA, LMFT
Erin J. Choi, PH.D
Great Buffet Inc.
Seattle Investments Consulting
Spalash
Wang Tofu House
Wendy Zang
Yang Travel
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CITY MEETINGS
Dec. 3 Hsinchu Sister City (Conf. Rm. C) ........................................6:30 pm
Dec. 3 Friends of Cupertino Library (Conf. Rm. A) ........................7:30 pm
Dec. 4 City Council *** ....................................................................6:45 pm
Dec. 5 Teen Commission (Sports Center) ........................................6:30 pm
Dec. 5 Technology, Information & Communications (Conf. Rm. A) 7:00 pm
Dec. 6 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) .............................5:30 pm
Dec. 11 Planning Commission *** ......................................................6:45 pm
Dec. 11 Fine Arts Commission ...........................................................7:00 pm
Dec. 12 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) ................4:30 pm
Dec. 13 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C) .....................................9:00 a.m.
Dec. 13 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A) ..............................7:00 pm
Dec. 18 City Council *** ....................................................................6:45 pm
Dec. 19 Teen Commission (Sports Center) ........................................6:30 pm
Dec. 19 Bicycle Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A)......................7:00 pm
Dec. 20 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) .............................5:30 pm
Dec. 20 Toyokawa Sister City (Conf. Rm. C) ....................................7:30 pm
City offi ces will be closed Monday, December 24 through Tuesday, January 1
for the Christmas and New Year’s Holidays.
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.
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