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HomeMy WebLinkAboutScene March 2007 - 03.01.2007IN THIS ISSUE: VOLUME XXV NO. 6 | March 2007 Relay for Life Committee .............................3 Commission Vacancies ................................3 North Vallco Master Plan Workshop ............3 Roots ...........................................................4 City Job Openings ..............................................5 Community Improvement Grants .....................5 Cupertino Library ........................................6 Children’s Programs ..................................6 Adult, Teen and Family Programs................6 Library Programs and Classes ....................7 Flashing Light Discussion ............................7 Community Calendar ...............................8-9 Senior Center News ..................................10 Trips ........................................................10 Classes ..............................................10-11 The Better Part ........................................11 Eco News .............................................12-13 Community Service Program .....................13 Simply Safe ...............................................14 Neighborhood Block Leader Training ........14 Council Actions .........................................15 City Meetings ............................................16 CONTENTS Spring Fling Dance at Quinlan Center Saturday, March 17, 6:30-10:30 pm Benefits Cupertino Veterans Memorial With the death in June 2005 of Navy SEAL Matthew Axel- son, a Cupertino native son, the reality of the sacrifices made by our veterans was brought home to our community. Mat- thew attended Cupertino schools (Lincoln, Faria, Kennedy) and graduated in 1994 from Monta Vista High School. He was one of 11 Navy SEALs killed in a special-forces opera- tion in the mountains of Afghanistan’s Kunar Province. New Year Parade & International Fair Cupertino’s Multi-Cultural Heritage Lunar New Year Unity Parade & International Fair Saturday, March 10 Cupertino’s Fifth Annual Lunar New Year Unity Parade wel- comes the year of the pig and kicks off a day-long multi-cul- tural celebration Saturday, March 10, honoring the area’s broad spectrum of cultures. Free parking will be available all day at DeAnza College. ~ Continued on Page 2 ~ Continued on Page 2 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. p. 2 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 The Cupertino City Council and the Cupertino Parks and Recreation Commission have autho- rized the non-profit Cupertino Veterans Memo- rial Corporation to design and fund the place- ment of a Veterans Memorial in Memorial Park. This Memorial will be a gift to the city and will honor all residents of Cupertino and graduates of CUSD and FUHSD schools who have given their lives to preserve the liberties that we all hold dear. The Cupertino Veterans Memorial will be placed on a grassy rise near the Memorial Park flagpole. It overlooks the park and will be a place where people can reflect and meditate. Many people are working to make this memorial a reality. The memorial was designed by Paul Lettieri, a well known, landscape architect. The project will include: a bronze statue of two soldiers by W. Stanley Proctor; the Wall of Honor, a semicir- cular wall with granite plaques commemorating each branch of service with the names of Cu- pertino veterans killed in action; and, the Walk of Remembrance which has pavers that can be purchased to remember anyone who is a veteran or is currently in the U.S. military. It will truly be a place to bring to mind the many people who have served providing us with the freedoms we enjoy each day. In August 2006 the committee held a golf tourna- ment, the first of several fund raising events. The next event will be a Spring Fling, to be held on Saturday, March 17 from 6:30 -10:30 pm, at the Quinlan Center in Cupertino. There will be danc- ing to the live Big Band sounds of Sons of Jubal. The Center holds 300 people and we hope to have a full house. Get involved! Attend the Dance ($75 per ticket). Donate a gift certificate, gift bas- ket, gift card, or any item to be used in our silent auction or raffle. A “gift-of-kind” receipt is avail- able upon request. Donate your time and become a member of the Cupertino Veterans Memorial team. There is lots of work to be done! For more information about the Spring Fling, contact Julie Stewart at 408.871.1036. Thank your involve- ment. To learn more about this project, visit www.cupertinoveteransmemorial.org. To contribute, send your tax deductible checks to: Cupertino Veterans Memorial 21885 Meadowview Lane Cupertino, CA 95014-1143 The parade starts at 10:30 am and will follow Stelling Road in Cupertino from Jol- lyman Park to Memo- rial Park, where an International Fair will continue through 5 pm. The parade launches the day’s free events with music and participation from a wide variety of community groups. The International Fair further emphasizes cultural diversity with stage performances, ethnic cuisine and infor- mational exhibits from several countries around the world. “Our Lunar New Year Unity Parade and the Inter- national Fair offers a wonderful opportunity for a family-friendly celebration of our multi-cultur- al diversity,” said Kevin Wu, parade committee co-chair. “We invite all community members and area residents to join in this fun day of festivities and learning.” “Our Lunar New Year Unity Celebration seeks to further a better understanding of the rich diver- sity that Cupertino is fortunate to enjoy,” said Elaine Glissmeyer, parade committee co-chair. “With the parade and international festival, we’re happy to bring together our community’s broad spectrum of cultures while celebrating the Lunar New Year.” Those interested in additional information about the events can contact parade committee co- chairs: Kevin Wu at 408.873.7102 or Kevin-wu@ sbcglobal.net and Elaine Glissmeyer at 351.2413 or eglissmeyer@scvymca.org. For more informa- tion, please visit www.unityparade.org. March Events ~ Unity Parade Continued from Page 1~ Veteran’s Memorial Continued from Page 1 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. p. 2 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 VaCaNCIeS oN CoMMISSIoNS Parks & Recreation and Bicycle Pedestrian Cupertino residents are encouraged to apply for one of two vacancies on the Parks and Recreation Commission and/or one of three vacancies on the Bicycle Pedestrian Commission. Interviews will be held beginning at 5 pm on Tuesday, March 20. The deadline to apply is 5:30 pm Monday, March 12. Applications can be downloaded from the website at www.cupertino.org/vacancies. For more details, please see the website or call the City Clerk’s Office at 408.777.3223. Relay For Life of Cupertino Committee Kick-off Meeting March 26 The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Cupertino committee is holding a kick-off meeting on March 26 from 7-9 pm at the Quinlan Commu- nity Center to share with residents the importance of Relay For Life in saving lives from cancer. Relay For Life is a unique fundraising event that allows participants from all walks of life – in- cluding patients, medical support staff, corpora- tions, civic organizations, places of worship and community volunteers – to join together in the fight against cancer. Relay is a team event where participants walk around a track relay style overnight. Teams of 8 to 15 members will gather with tents and sleep- ing bags at De Anza Community College, on July 28-29, to show their support and dedication. Walkers, cancer survivors, community leaders, team captains and hard workers are all needed to make the American Cancer Society Relay For Life a reality in Cupertino. All those in the community interested in learning more about Relay and how they can help, are en- couraged to drop by the Cupertino committee’s March 26th Open House in the Social Room at the Quinlan Community Center. For more information on the March 26th meet- ing, or if you would like to volunteer on the Re- lay For Life committee, please contact either Jess Herrera at 408.688.0108 or Carolyn McClure at 619.341.0724. The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer, through research, education, advocacy and service. Founded in 1913 and with national head- quarters in Atlanta, the Society has 14 regional divisions and local offices in 3,400 communities, involving millions of volunteers across the United States. For more information anytime, call toll free 1.800.ACS.2345 or visit www.cancer.org. March Announcements NoRtH VaLLCo MaSteR PLaN CoMMUNItY WoRKSHoP This is the second of three workshops where the Cupertino community is invited to participate in visioning and planning for future development in the North Vallco area. The workshop is on Thurs- day, March 8, 7 pm, at Community Hall. The North Vallco planning area is the 240-acre area bounded by Homestead Road, Tantau Avenue, I-280 and Wolfe Road. It includes the 100-acre Hewlett Packard campus, 50 acres acquired by Apple Computer for a future second campus, Cupertino Village shopping center, hotel, residential and office developments. Cupertino residents, businesses, property owners and anyone else interested in planning in the North Vallco area is encouraged to attend the meeting. The Study Committee members, who will make a recommendation to the City Council on the Conceptual Master Plan, will be in atten- dance. Michael Freedman, urban design con- sultant, will describe broad-brush urban design concepts for the North Vallco area. Attendees will be invited to express their views on the concepts. Approximately 60 people attended the first workshop on January 25, 2007, where they heard about the master plan process and ex- pressed their views. The third and the final Community Workshop is tentatively scheduled in April, where the final Conceptual Master Plan will be presented. The Study Committee is scheduled to deliberate on the proposal on May 22, after which they will for- ward their recommendation to the City Council. For more info visit www.cupertino.org. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I think of Henrietta Paviso Marcotte whenever I write a “Roots” column. She was the founder and a past president of the Cupertino Historical Society. She wrote the “Roots” column from 1989 to 1996 until her eyesight began to fail and all her columns were written from her personal informa- tion and memories. One day she called me to come to her memo- rabilia filled home and said, “Now you do it!” (meaning take over and write “Roots.”) One did not say “no” to Henrietta. Henrietta was most definitely not afraid to speak her mind, and she spoke it often. She held nearly every office available to her at the Union Church of Cupertino and her lodge, Philotesian Rebekahs. She was active and held offices in the PTA, garden club, Community Chest, the youth center, the local blood bank and Red Cross. She worked part time at the Cupertino Post Office (along with her sister, Postmistress Catherine Gasich) for over 30 years. She was given the Cupertino Crest Award for her contributions to the Cupertino Historical Society and for her work on the “Roots” column. And she was grand marshal - at the age of 85 - of Cupertino’s 40th anniversary parade. She was a true Cupertino old-timer. Her parents were European immigrants - Danish and Dalmatian, (present day Croatia) who came to the San Jose area in the late 19th century. They had 5 children - Cath- erine, Anna, John, Louis and Henrietta, who was born March 19, 1911. Their home was on a one acre plot on old Highway 9 (now De Anza Blvd. - about where the Donut Wheel is now). When Henrietta was 5 years old, her father died. As soon as she was old enough, she joined her brothers and sisters working in the fruit and nut harvests and doing other small jobs during the rest of the year to help their mother keep their family together. In writing her memories, Henrietta recalled, “The rural life was good to us children. We worked hard during the fruit season, our mother at our side - working hard as the rest and setting an example. We would play baseball, kick-the-can, and other kid games. Arch Wilson (the Cupertino Union Store keeper) would buy fireworks and he let us watch the skyrockets and other displays. Union Church of Cupertino was the center of our religious upbring- ing. There were potluck suppers, Sunday School classes, Easter egg hunts and once Warren Hyde took a truckload of the S.S. kids to Alum Rock Park, where we rode the merry-go-round.” Henrietta married Irving (Bud) Marcotte in 1936. They had 2 children; Laverne and Richard. She and Bud attended many classes given by Ken Bruce at De Anza College. Mary Lou Lyon nominated Henri- etta for the Waddington-Doctor Award for Longtime Service to a local historical society and the award was presented to her at the conference of California Historical Societies in Chico in June 1997. It’s nice when traditions contribute continuity to our lives. When Henrietta passed “Roots” on to me, I looked through the early issues of the Cupertino Scene and discovered that CHS members Yvonne Holt and Diane Ikeda preceded Henrietta as “Roots” contributors. My mother, Hazel Regnart Fretwell, began the original “Traveling Trunk” history educa- tion program for local schoolchildren and after some years, passed the program on to Henrietta, who in turn passed it on to Phil and Frances Bush and Loretta Bassman, who have educated hundreds of schoolchildren about our early Cupertino history and farm life. Knowing all these Cupertino old- timers has greatly enriched my life. Someday, like Henrietta, I’ll tell someone, “Now you do it!” Henrietta Paviso Marcotte passed away in 2000, but she left a lifetime of service to others and her community and many, many memories. Her daugh- ter, Laverne maintains close ties to Cupertino. Contributors to this article - Laverne Marcotte Rabino- wictz, Hazel Regnart Fretwell, Jean Farran, Alice Jarrett By Gail Fretwell Hugger ROOTS Memories of Henrietta The 1924 Cupertino Union School girls’ softball team included from left to right: Lena Mardesich (Bonacich), Mildred Burtner (Martin), Mary Wagnitz (Kehl), Pauline Wildon (Woodruff), Mathilda Mariani (Sousa), Henrietta Paviso (Marcotte), Antonette Conforti, Thelma Fulton, Ruth Montgomery (Jackson), Bessie Gallard, and Mabel Williams (Noonan), the physical education teacher. (Courtesy of Marcotte family archives.) Henrietta is pictured here (middle row, left end next to the teacher) with her grammar school class. (Courtesy of Cupertino Historical Society, Paviso files.) Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. 5 or highly specialized skills in a specific activity/ program. College-level courses in environmental education and/or recreation are desirable. Apply By: Position is open until filled. Video Intern - Salary: $10.00 per hour. This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited posi- tion. This training position is open to students with current enrollment in a related college or university program. This position assists the City Channel with video production and related ad- ministrative support activities. Apply By: Position is open until filled. How to apply: Applicants must complete an official 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. JoB oPeNINgS at tHe CItY oF CUPeRtINo geographic Information Systems (gIS) Coordi- nator - Salary: $5,217 - $6,341 monthly (+ 7% City paid PERS). This position plans, organizes, implements and administers a comprehensive GIS program and oversees the GIS Master Plan. Two years of directly related experience in geographic information system coordination, information technology, or information system or network management, including some experi- ence in project management. Bachelor’s degree in computer sciences, information systems man- agement, business administration, environmental studies, geography or a related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education. Apply By: Position is open until filled. Redevelopment/economic Development Manager - Salary: $8,126 - $9,877 monthly (+ 7% City paid PERS). This position is responsible for developing and administering the City’s Redevelopment and Economic Development programs and activities, including the implemen- tation and administration of the adopted Rede- velopment Plan. Four years of directly related experience with at least two years in project management. Bachelor’s degree in urban plan- ning, business or public administration, econom- ics or related field. Advanced degree in related field is highly desirable. Apply By: Position is open until filled. First review of applications is tentatively scheduled for March 5, 2007. travel office assistant/Recreation Specialist - Salary: $13.25 - $16.25 per hour. This is a part- time, temporary, non-benefited position. This posi- tion assists the Travel Coordinator in planning the travel program for seniors and escorting day trips and overnight tours. One year related experience in working with large groups is desirable. Comple- tion of 12th grade and experience in the special programs to which assigned. Apply By: Position is open until filled. First review of applications is tentatively scheduled for March 5, 2007. Senior Recreation Leader - Salary: $9.75 - $10.75 per hour. This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position. Under supervision, this position plans, organizes and supervises recre- ational activities for the Teen Center and Teen programs. One year season of experience (sum- mer employment) in facilitating outdoor and en- vironmental education experience for children; or two years experience in a leadership position CoMMUNItY IMPRoVeMeNt gRaNtS aVaILaBLe Jumpstart your new idea and help to build community on your block, your street, or in your neighborhood with a Community Improvement Grant. Grants up to $300 are available for projects that increase communications among neighbors, improve the physical condition of a neighborhood, or enhance neighborhood pride and identity. To be eligible for a grant, your neighborhood must participate in, or join the Cupertino Block Leader program, a free, city-sponsored program that helps residents to meet neighbors and to organize their neighborhoods. Projects need to provide an identifiable benefit or positive impact to your street, block, or neighborhood, include the active involvement of at least three neigh- boring households, and should have a specific timeline, clearly defined steps and outcomes, and a breakdown of costs. Applications are reviewed once a month. Application forms and program details are available at www.cupertino.org/blockleader, and in the City Manager’s Office at City Hall, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino 95014. Call 408.777.3212, or email communityrelations@cupertino.org, if you have questions. Cupertino Opportunities CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS StoRYtIMeS Bedtime Stories ...............Wednesdays at 7 pm Toddler Storytime ..........Thursdays at 10:15 am (ages 1-1/2 -3 years) Monthly Scavenger Hunt Science questions to puzzle your mind! answer the questions online or in the library to win prizes. March is for Women Inventors! Come by the library for resource lists and check out the book displays. For information on any of the Cupertino Library’s children’s programs, please call the Children’s Reference Desk at 408.446.1677, ext. 7. A D u LT, T EEN , AND FAMILy P ROGRAMS CRYStaL BeaDINg CRaFt FoR teeNS Teens are invited to come to the library to make crystal bead crafts in the Cupertino Library Teen Group Study Room, on Friday, March 2, 2007 from 4 - 5.30 pm. Space is limited to 20 teens and reservations will be required. Please sign up at the Adult reference desk. This program is spon- sored by the Friends of the Cupertino Library FeatHeR IN a StoRM Local author Emily Wu will speak about her new novel Feather in a Storm: A Childhood Lost in Chaos. Written from a child’s and young girl’s point of view, Wu’s spellbinding account spans nineteen years of growing up during the chaos of China’s Great Leap Forward and Cultural Revo- lution. Please join us at the Library Story Room on Sunday, March 4, at 2 pm. BooKtaLKS at tHe LIBRaRY Need an interesting book to read? Librarian Judy Dana will introduce you to some exciting titles. Booktalks are short descriptions of several titles, covering all genres and subjects. Booktalks are scheduled every other month. The next session will be held on Wednesday, March 21, 2007 between 3:30-5 pm in the Story Room. VIta tax VoLUNteeRS Vita tax volunteers will be available, to help low to moderate income taxpayers, with tax preparation from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm in the Children’s Story Room, on the following Saturdays: 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 & 4/14. SeLF-HeLP tax FoRMS A self-help tax form area in the copier room, located off the new materials area, on the first floor, has giveaway tax forms and reproducible forms. 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 floor. 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. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please call the library’s Reference Desk at 408.446.1677, ext 3372. ~C u PERTINO LIBRAR y ~ 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino. Cupertino Library Open Hours Monday ...................Closed Tuesday ....................12 to 9 Wednesday ...............10 to 9 Thursday .................10 to 9 Friday .......................10 to 6 Saturday ..................10 to 6 Sunday ....................2 to 6 The library will be closed on Friday, March 0 for Caesar Chavez Day. 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 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 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 Drop-in classes for adults are held at the library on the second Saturday of every month from 2 to 2:30 pm. These classes are limited to five participants and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Partici- pants must be able to use a computer keyboard and mouse. Please come to the Adult Reference Desk at 2 pm on the second Saturday of the month. 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 find 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 find a bestseller on the library shelf when you visit the library. The books are available on a first-come, first-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 Cupertino Library welcome every- one to their ongoing Lobby Book Sales. The next annual Friends’ sale will be held in the Commu- nity Hall June 2 and 3, 2007. 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 benefit 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. City Council to Discuss Future of Flashing Red arrow Left turn Signal operation On March 20, City Council will discuss the future of pro- tected/permissive (P/P) left-turn traffic signal operation within the City of Cupertino. Simply, P/P operation means that during one portion of a traffic signal cycle, vehicles turning left from the main street onto the side street must yield the right-of-way to oncoming vehicles (permis- sive portion: flashing red left turn arrow), while during another portion of the cycle the vehicles turning left have the right-of-way and oncoming vehicles have a red light indication (protected portion: solid green left turn arrow). P/P traffic signal operation was first used in Cupertino in 1992. Since that time, it has been placed in operation at four intersections: Stevens Creek Blvd/Saich Way, Stevens Creek Blvd/Por- tal Avenue, Stevens Creek Blvd/Torre Avenue, and Pruneridge Avenue/Hewlett-Packard. The intent of P/P has been to increase left turn capacity and reduce delays at intersections by providing an exclusive turn phase for left turns as well as a phase during which left turns can be made, as opposing traffic will allow. A significant drawback to P/P operation has been that collision rates have historically been higher than when protected left-turn phasing is used exclusively. This is due to the fact that during the permissive portion, left-turning motorists must ac- curately judge gaps and speeds of oncoming traffic in order to safety execute the turn; this judgment is not necessary during a protected signal phase. Also, because the P/P operation in Cupertino is unique to the Bay Area, it has resulted in some motorist confusion, which can lead to potential safety issues and to the permissive portion of the signal phase not being used as intended. A full discussion of the history, benefits and drawbacks of P/P signal operation is scheduled for the March 20 City Council meeting. A deci- sion on whether to continue or to disable P/P operation is expected be considered by City Council at the meeting. All residents who have an interest in this issue are invited to attend the meeting, which is scheduled for Tuesday March 20, 2007 at 6:45 PM in the Cupertino Commu- nity Hall, 10350 Torre Avenue in Cupertino. Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. p. 8 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. p. 8 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 COMM u NIT y CALENDAR MARCH CL u B / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE ~1~ Thurs De Anza Lions Club* Cup. Host Lions Club* Northwest Y Service Club* Cupertino Amateur Radio Emergency Service (CARES) Connect Club I* Connect Club II* Business Networking Intl.* HP Communicators -Toastmasters #4606 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 am 7 pm 7 pm 10 - 1 pm Holders Country Inn Mariani’s Restaurant Northwest YMCA: 20803 Alves Drive City Hall Holders Country Inn Chamber of Commerce BJ’s Brewery HP Cupt. Site, Bldg. 46T 19055 Pruneridge Ave. 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 650.691.8724 253.8394 378.3499 861.0417 ~2~ Fri Alcoholics Anonymous* Fast Start Group De Anza Kiwanis* Cupertino Las Madres* 5 pm 7:15 am 10 - 1 pm Redeemer Lutheran Church 940 S. Stelling Rd. Intl. House of Pancakes Cupt. Library atrium 374.8511 973.1456 861.0417 ~3~ Sat De Anza Flea Market Organization of Special Needs Families* Planetarium Shows* 8 - 4 pm 2 - 4 pm 7 pm De Anza College 20920 McClellan Rd. De Anza Planetarium 864.8946 996.0858 864.8814 ~5~ 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 ~6~ 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 - 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 ~7~ Weds Al-ANON Family Group* Connect Club III* Cupertino Sanitary Dist* De Anza Optimist Club* Cupertino Optimist Club* Tandem -Toastmasters* Macintalkers -Toastmasters* Cupertino Rotary Club* 7 pm 8:15 am 8 pm 7:15 am 12:15 pm Noon 5:30 pm Noon 940 S. Stelling Road Chamber of Commerce 20833 Stevens Creek #104 Holder’s Restaurant Blue Pheasant HP, 19333 Vallco Parkway Apple Computer DeAnza 3 10500 No. DeAnza Blvd. Community Center 650.734.5869 252.7054 253.7071 253.4424 255.3212 285.4977 macintalkers.com vppr@macintalkers.com 920.2224 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. p. 8 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. p. 8 Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 MARCH CL u B / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE 7 Weds Cont’d Philotesian Rebekah #145 Cup. Symphonic Band* Krazy Dazys Square Dance Club* Viewfinders 7:30 pm 7 pm 7 pm 7:30 pm Cupertino Odd Fellows Cupertino High School Hyde Middle School Community Center 252.3954 262.0471 747.0943 996.0750 8 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 9 Fri Malihini Orchid Society Cupertino Coin Club 7:30 pm 7:45 pm Hewlett-Packard, Oak Rm. West Valley Pres. Church 267.3397 253.1232 10 Sat Daughters of Norway 9:30 am Sunnyview Retirement Community 255.9828 12 Mon Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 pm 20589 Homestead Rd.252.3954 13 Tues Sertoma Club* Fine Arts League 7:15 am 7 pm 1366 S. Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road Community Center 252.2584 255.5293 252.0367 15 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 20 Tues African Violet Society 12:30 pm Sunnyview Lutheran Home 736.9262 27 Tues Historical Society De Anza Youth Soccer League meeting 6:30 pm 7:30 pm Community Center Creekside Park 973.1495 deanzayouthsoccer.org 28 Weds Rancho Neighborhood Association The Powerful Pens 7:30 pm 7 pm Rancho Pool & Recreation Facility 18000 Chelmsford 626.9784 Submit information about clubs and organizations that meet in Cupertino to Linda Lagergren, City of Cupertino, 1000 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 5014 408.777.202 lindal@cupertino.org Clubs with asterisks meet more than once monthly. Call the contact number for details. SENIOR CENTER NEWS SeNIoR CeNteR DaY tRIPS March 22, thursday – “Bouquets to Art” at the new de Young Museum. A once a year event where art imitates art! Throughout the museum we’ll find wonderful floral arrangements representing the artist’s interpretation of a particular artwork. Also visit Vivienne Westwood Exhibition. Includes a special picnic lunch in the Piazzoni Gallery. March 27, tuesday – Tiburon and Corinthian Island with Gary. More adventures with Gary in historic downtown Tiburon. Lunch on your own in Sausalito, then off to the United States Army Corp of Engineers San Francisco Bay Model. This is a working hydraulic model of the SF Bay and the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta System. april 14, Saturday – Jersey Boys at the Curran Theatre. It has been extended 3 times now so you know it has to be great! Jersey boys is the story of a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks that made it big time. This new musical features their beloved hit songs. Our seats are located in the orchestra and are assigned in the order in which you sign up. april 19, thursday – Out and About in San Jose. Our docent-lead tour takes us on a walk that includes the spectacular Heritage Rose Garden, the historic orchard at Guadalupe gardens, the courtyard garden and Taylor Street rockscape. A delicious lunch awaits you at a charming San Jose restaurant, and then a surprise. april 27, Friday – Walnut Creek II with Gary. We have a wonderful day planned. First stop, Ruth Bancroft Gardens started in the 1950’s. Next, the historical Shadelands Ranch built in 1903. Lunch on your own at Bing’s, named after that famous crooner. After lunch we’re off to the Lindsay Wildlife Museum, founded in 1955. May 3, thursday – Seymour Marine Discovery Center - Visit the marine laboratory and its exhibit halls. Hold a sea star, see a skeleton of a blue whale, and see the dolphins and sea lions. You will also have the opportunity to go on a fully-nar- rated scenic cruise around Monterey Bay. May 31, thursday – The Bernal-Gulnac-Joice Ranch in the Santa Teresa County Park. A self- guided walk takes you through this historic ranch home, gardens, and barn -- all restored and equipped with furnishings and tools typical of California farm life around the early 1900’s. Interpretive panels highlight the Bernal family’s history and lifestyle. We’ll enjoy a box lunch in the picnic area on the ranch. June 4 – 8, 2007 – Sights and Sounds On The Central Coast, featuring Santa Barbara, Solvang and the Channel Islands. The City of Murals in the Valley of Flowers identifies Lompoc. We’ll stop at an Ostrich Farm. The Horse Whisperer Flag is Up Farm and Firestone Winery are includ- ed in our visit to Solvang. A definite highlight of the tour is our 20 mile catamaran cruise to Santa Cruz Island in the Channel Islands. Then we’re off to Santa Barbara where we have more fun things planned. Four nights and five days. June 12, tuesday – Angel Island. Gary will be our guide on the tram as we enjoy magnificent scen- ery and explore buildings that housed detained Chinese immigrants to control immigration, and German and Japanese prisoners during World War II. On our return to Tiburon the Navy Net Depot, Blackie’s pasture and Ring Mountain Botanical Habitat will be included in this tour. July 26, thursday – Giants vs Atlanta Braves! First we are going to start with a behind the scenes tour of the park. You will see the places that only the staff and players get to go. You will have lunch on your own at one of the many eating establish- ments near the park. Then... Play ball! SeNIoR CeNteR CRUISe Fall Foliage of New england & Canada october 13-24 Few images capture the imagination quite like the east coast of the United States and Canada erupting into the full splendor of fall foliage. What better way to enjoy this spectacle, along with stops in destinations like New York, Boston, Bar Harbor, Halifax, Québec City and Montreal, than on a Crystal cruise? The luxurious Crystal Symphony is one of the most spacious cruise ships at sea. Onboard ame- nities included grand lounges, full service fitness facility, spa, pools, award-winning cuisine and entertainment. Our popular Computer Univer- sity@Sea program is offered on all cruises. For more information, visit our travel office. From $4878 per person double occupancy. aFteR WoRK eVeNINg CLaSSeS at tHe CUPeRtINo SeNIoR CeNteR The Cupertino Senior Center is known to offer quality classes at affordable prices. If you ever thought “I wish I could take that class, but I have to work,” now you have the chance. The center is open on Tuesday evenings with a myriad of classes for the working adults 50+, these classes emphasize health, relaxation, restoration and enjoyment. evening Yoga for the 50+ - What better way to relax after a stressful day than to take a yoga class to stretch and unwind? Barbara Laux is an experienced yoga instructor, and she teaches Shows on Mondays at 4:30, tuesdays and Fridays at 7 pm on Cable Channel 15. Mar. 5, 6, 9 Dot and Jim Maley, Super Master-gardeners: Meet a talented couple who learned the art of gardening in a big way. Mar. 12, 13, 16 Neighborhood Watch: Keep yourself and your neighborhood safe by learning what you should watch for. Mar. 19, 20, 23 Finland: Land of Beauty and Health Care: Discover why this tiny country may have a big impact on people around the globe. Mar. 26, 27, 30 From War-torn London to Silicon Valley: A member of The Better Part was among the first to hear the debut of the space age. THE BETTER PART Iyengar Yoga. This style of yoga emphasizes dynamic precision and alignment. Props such as belts and blocks are provided by the center to maximize opening and facilitate ease in doing the poses. The instructor will offer modified pos- es for beginners. Barbara has a degree in nursing, and safety is always of utmost importance to her. The class is from March 27 to May 15, 5:15 pm to 6:15 pm. The 8-week class is only $45. Please bring a yoga mat. tai Chi for older adults - This exercise form has gained common acceptance as a whole body experience of relaxation and calmness. At Cu- pertino Senior Center, a Tai Chi master, Howard Tseng, who has taught Tai Chi for over 20 years, will teach the simplified version for ease of learning. The slow graceful and gentle move- ments reduce tension in muscles, relax the body, and improve flexibility & balance. Continued practice of Tai Chi may strengthen both body and mind. Tai Chi class starts on March 6, and will continue for 8 weeks until April 24. Class time is 7-8 pm. Fee is $45. Stress Reducing Yoga is a brand new class of- fered at the Senior Center, taught by Vasanthi Bhat, a yoga instructor trained in India. The instructor will gently guide students with warm- ups followed by Asanas (postures), Pranayama (breathing), Dhyana (meditation), Pranic healing and relaxation techniques. These techniques may prevent and heal stress related ailments, such as insomnia, headache, muscle tension etc., and promote general health. The class is from March 6 through April 24, 6-7 pm, $45 for 8 classes. Please wear loose clothing and bring a yoga mat. Piano/Keyboard Class - Now is your opportunity to play piano/keyboard. Dr. Low has advanced degrees in music and education. She is offering group lessons at the Senior Center. The main objective of the class is for students to have fun, to play their favorite songs and get exposure to varieties of music styles. This class is designed for students of all levels who want to learn music theory, chord progression, rhythm, sight-reading and ear training techniques. Class is from March 6 to March 27, and another session from April 3 to April 25, 5:30-6:15 pm. 4 classes are for $23. One time material fee of $25 is payable to the instructor. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Low at 408.873.8888 Stop by the center on Tuesday evenings and see if any of these classes is something you would like to try. Cupertino Senior Center membership is required; the annual membership fee is $22 for Cupertino residents and $27 for non-residents. teCHNoLogY oPeN HoUSe Friday, March 23, 2007, 2 - 4 pm in the Bay Room Demonstrations, questions and discussions about computers. Learn what computer classes are offered at the se- nior center. Learn about the Thursday and Friday computer lab periods, things we do and things we talk about. All computer users are welcome, Mac as well as PC. Please sign up at the lobby table. Cupertino senior center members only. Eco News ReCYCLINg tIPS For residents using the blue, wheeled, recycling cart for recyclables collection, here are a few helpful tips for placing materials in the cart: • All paper, including newspaper, can be posi- tioned in the cart loose, without bagging or bundling together. • Remove metal lids from glass and food bev- erage containers and place separately inside the blue cart. • Bundle plastic bags in one plastic bag and knot the top. • Cardboard can be placed loosely in the blue cart, or if there is no room left in the cart, flattened and placed alongside your recycling cart. Cardboard pieces should be no larger than 3 feet by 3 feet. • Place batteries in a clear, sealed plastic bag and place the bag on top of the blue cart. • Styrofoam blocks should be placed in a clear, plastic bag and secured. Extra recyclables that do not fit in the recycling cart may be placed in boxes or paper bags and set next to the cart. For additional recycling information, check the City’s website at www.cupertino.org under environmental services. CoMPoSt CLaSSeS While weeding the garden this spring, remember that weeds are a very valuable source of nitrogen for a backyard compost pile. Those interested in learning about backyard composting can attend a free workshop at McClellan Ranch Park (22221 McClellan Road) on the first Saturdays of March, April and May from 10 am to noon. You can register on-line at www.reducewaste.org (use the search function to find “home composting”), or call the Rotline at 408.918.4640. CoMPoSt aVaILaBLe agaIN Get a good start on your garden this spring. Get free compost. The city’s compost site reopens on March 30 – in time for spring planting (as long as it doesn’t rain). The Stevens Creek Quarry site on Stevens Canyon Road (across from the dam) will be open for bulk compost pickup on Friday and Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 11 am, at no charge. No appointments are necessary. The site is closed during rainy weather or if the site remains muddy and on holiday weekends. Please abide by the following rules. • Only city residents can use this program. Please bring proof of residency. • If a resident has hired a gardener, the resi- dent must accompany the gardener when he or she picks up the compost. • There will not be any staff at the site to assist residents in shoveling compost or moving bags. Please bring adequate shovels and people to help. • Bring containers, an old trash can, a tarp or bags to hold your compost. Some paper bags will be available. • Bring a tarp and tie-down ropes to cover com- post carried in your truck. State law requires that loads of loose material be covered while trucks are traveling on streets and highways. For recorded information call 408.777.1320, or city offices at 408.777.3269 (6:30 am–3:30 pm). You may also access information from the city’s website at www.cupertino.org and search under “compost”. PeSt CoNtRoL INFo aVaILaBLe Pest control fact sheets that include informa- tion on less-toxic products and techniques are available again, this Spring, at two local nurseries in Cupertino: Yamagami’s and Summerwinds, both on S. DeAnza Blvd., just south of Hwy. 85. Nursery staff has received special training on pest control and can guide customers in using an “ Integrated Pest Management” approach to resolve their bug problems. Fact sheets are also available at Quinlan Community Center and at the Cupertino library. BUSINeSS MateRIaLS exCHaNge Local businesses should be aware of a state pro- gram, called the California Materials Exchange, CalMAX, a free service designed to help busi- nesses find markets for nonhazardous materi- als they have traditionally discarded. CalMAX helps businesses, industries, and institutions save resources and money. The list can be viewed on- line at www.ciwmb.ca.gov/CalMAX. tHINgS CItIzeNS CaN Do to Be “gReeN” With all the talk about climate change in the news, you might be wondering what you can do to become more “green” and help our environ- ment. Here are a few tips. Reduce Traffic and Air Pollution: Carpool, take public transportation, and organize bike-to-school or walk-to-school groups. Driving alone creates more air pollution, carbon emissions and traffic congestion than using public transportation and carpooling. Organizing successful bike-to-school and walk-to-school groups, which besides being fun, helps keep participants more fit. Save Energy: Install a thermostat timer, use Energy Star appliances and compact florescent bulbs, and wash clothes in cool water. Home energy use accounts for the largest percentage of Cupertino Scene | Volume 25, #6 | March 2007 p. 1 the average American’s energy consumption and this is the best way to save money. Save Gas: Inflate car tires properly for improved gas mileage; get regular tune ups and avoid idling for more than 30 seconds. Driving less is the best way to cut automotive expenses, but you can also drive smarter. By keeping tires inflated you can save 3-5 percent on regular fuel costs, while getting frequent engine tune-ups can save you even more on fuel in the long run. Unless you are warming up a car on cold days, don’t idle your car for more than 30 seconds, as this wastes gas compared to shutting off the engine and restarting it when you’re ready to go. Save Resources, Reduce Pollution: Bring a travel mug to your local coffee shop or a shopping bag to the grocery store. Reuse plastic and paper bags. Because producing paper and plastic bags or paper coffee cups takes significant energy and water, the answer to “Paper or Plastic?” is nei- ther! Bring your own reusable bag for groceries, and use a reusable travel mug for coffee. Many coffee shops offer a discount for bring-your-owns, and supermarkets are doing the same for those that bring a canvas tote bag for groceries. FRee SHReDDINg oFFeReD agaIN to CUPeRtINo ReSIDeNtS In an ongoing effort to prevent identity theft and to promote recycling, the city of Cupertino is again holding a free paper shredding event to destroy confidential documents securely with in-truck shredders. The event takes place on Saturday, April 28 from 9 am to noon at the plaza between the Cupertino Library and City Hall, 10300 Torre Ave. This will be the third year Shred-it, a mobile on-site document destruction company, is providing services to Cupertino at no cost. Residents are limited to two boxes of paperwork. Boxes may be up to 10” high x 12” wide x 18” deep). Proof of Cupertino residency is required. Bring a Driver’s license or California Identifica- tion card to participate. For more information about the shredding event, e-mail communityrelations@cupertino.org, or call 777.3331. To learn more about Cupertino’s environmental programs, visit the City website at www.cupertino.org. Reach-Out Community Service Program St. Joseph of Cupertino School’s annual Reach- Out program instills a strong sense of community in its kindergarten through eighth grade students. The Reach-Out projects chosen give the children a chance to connect to the stories of others and to feel good about helping an individual or a group in our local community. The students are encouraged to earn and donate their own money to a project identified in the annual San Jose Mercury News Holiday Wish Book. The program breathes life into one of the themes for the 2006-2007 school year, which is world peace. It also teaches the students that “if we want peace, we must work for justice,” said Ms. Lyons, the school’s principal. This year, the kindergarten students donated money to children in foster care through the Adopt an Angel non-profit organization. The first grade students helped make a wish of a little boy in our community come true by donating money for a special bicycle. The second grade students donated money for two computer keyboards needed by the Pacific Autism Center for Edu- cation in Sunnyvale. The third grade students donated money to enable children with special needs to attend summer camps. The fourth grade students chose to help a preschooler who suf- fered severe brain damage as an infant. The fifth and eighth grade students donated to a teenager in foster care who had a rough childhood and adolescence, and now has dreams of attending college and graduate school to become a brain surgeon. The sixth and seventh grade students donated money for a toddler boy’s grandmother to buy basic needs for her adopted grandson who has severe physical disabilities due to a drug- abusing mother. Other local donations went to families in Santee, San Jose that the students adopted for the holidays and plan to do so again at Easter. The school’s families also donated blankets and sleeping bags to the Sacred Heart Community Center to help families stay warm this winter. The school also made international donations to poor children throughout the world by taking the proceeds from its Halloween Carnival and giving them to the Missions and by giving the proceeds from a trick-or-treating event to UNICEF that works to feed, clothe, provide shelter, and educate children in underdeveloped countries. Simply Safe March 2007 How much do you rely on your cell phone? What would happen if you couldn’t recharge the battery? Will you remember the phone numbers you need to call? To make sure you’re prepared for a cell phone failure, make a hard copy backup of your phone numbers and keep them with you. You may also want to invest in an extra battery and a car adapter. Remember that immediately after any major emergency, phones will be overloaded – even cell phones. It’s important to stay off the phone unless you have a life-threatening emergency. Here’s why: There are a fixed number of dial tones available at any one time – designed to serve approxi- mately 10% of the population. When the system is overloaded by those trying to check on family and friends, you don’t get a dial tone and can’t call out. To try and ensure that those who really need help can get through to 9-1-1, please discuss phone use with your family. If you do have a life-threatening emergency, and can’t get a dial tone, don’t hang up – you are in line for the next available dial tone. If you click the receiver, you’ll go back to the end of the line! If you are still waiting after 1 minute, you may have to attempt to manage your own emergency or look for help locally. Pay phones receive more dial tones than resi- dential phones because they are accessible to more people! Hours after the event, you will still have trouble contacting those who live in the area because the phone company blocks numbers within the local area code to try to reduce the impact on the phone system. You will get a recording that says “Due to the (emergency), your call cannot be completed.” You will be able to dial long distance so be sure to designate an out of area contact to use as a message center for your family. Program “ICE” as a contact name in your phone. ICE stands for “In case of emergency”. Put the phone number of your emergency contact in the listing. You can list several as ICE1, ICE2, etc. It’s a way for emergency responders to find out who you are if you are unable to tell them. If you have a family plan for what to do during emer- gencies, you will be able to wait to make your phone calls and reduce the impact to the phone system. Family plans include 1) How to protect yourself, 2) Where to get supplies, 3) Where to meet (re- union location) and 4) How to communicate. UPCoMINg CLaSSeS: Personal emergency Preparedness Workshop Free! March 10, 9 am to noon, April 24 6:30 to 9:30 pm, May 9, 9 am to noon. Kaleidoscope Public Safety Training for 6th-12th Grade. $35/$45. February 19-23, 2007 during Winter Break. 9 am-1 pm. Next class in June. Preparing for emergencies, one month at a time… County Public Health is trying to identify medi- cal professionals (Doctors, Nurses, Physician’s Assistants, Dentists, Veterinarians, EMTs, etc) who would be available to assist with major emergencies in the County. If you are one of these scarce resources, please register, 24 hours a day at: http://vcsv.us/mvdrp.shtml. If you have questions, email mvdr@hhs.sccgov.org or call 408.793.2020. Simply Safe is a monthly article provided to in- form the community about emergency prepared- ness, training schedules and volunteer opportuni- ties. Contact the Cupertino Office of Emergency Services (OES) at 408.777.3335, email OES@ cupertino.org, or go to www.cupertino.org/emer- gency for more information. Register for classes through Cupertino Parks & Recreation 408.777.3120. NeIgHBoRHooD BLoCK LeaDeR tRaININg oFFeReD Cupertino residents who wish to improve commu- nication and increase public safety in the neigh- borhoods are invited to Block Leader training on Thursday, March 22 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm at Cupertino Community Hall. A light dinner will be provided. The last day to register is March 16. The training features a panel of experienced block leaders who will share tips on how to or- ganize neighborhood activities and how to stay in touch with neighbors. Participants will also learn step-by-step methods on how to plan for a Neighborhood Watch or emergency prepared- ness meeting, or block party. The session is open to residents interested in coordi- nating neighborhood activities for the first time and to current leaders who want to rejuvenate activities in their neighborhoods. Cupertino block leaders coordinate between 5 and 90 homes each. The Cupertino block leader program helps residents to connect with each other and with the city. Block leaders learn about new city programs and are informed of events specific to their neighborhoods. More than 200 residents participate as Cupertino block leaders. If you would like to attend the training, e-mail communityrelations@cupertino.org or call 408.777.3331. Information about the block leader program also is available on the City web site: www.cupertino.org/blockleader. COUNCIL ACTIONS CoUNCIL aCtIoNS Tuesday, February 6, 2007 Council Members Present: Wang, Kwok, Lowenthal, Mahoney, and Sandoval Council Members Absent: None. Authorized the City Attorney to settle pending litigation with Steffen Thornton (closed session). Authorized City representatives to conduct labor negotia- tions along lines discussed in closed session. The City Clerk gave the oath of office to recently appointed and re-appointed commissioners. Received an E-Services presentation regarding Parks and Recreation on-line registration. Adopted a resolution regarding health awareness. Received an update on Vallco. Approved the minutes from the City Council meetings of January 8, 16, and 22. Accepted an application for an Alcoholic Beverage Licenses Kikusushi Japanese Restaurant. Adopted resolutions accepting Accounts Payable for January 5, 12, and 19. Adopted resolutions accepting Payroll for December 28, January 12, and 26. Approved grants of easement for roadway purposes at 22350 Cupertino Road and 22314 Cupertino Road. Accepted the Treasurer’s Investment Report for 12/06. Adopted a resolution accepting the Treasurer/Deputy Treasurer appointment. Accepted the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for 05/06. Accepted an application for an Alcoholic Beverage License for Golden Apple Buffet, 20030 Stevens Creek Blvd. (former Hamasushi Restaurant location). Adopted a resolution approving the destruction of records from the Parks and Recreation department (Quinlan). Accepted municipal improvements for 10455 Byrne Avenue and 10580 San Leandro Avenue. Accepted the 2006 Annual Overlay, Project No. 2006- 9450, O’Grady Paving, Inc. Adopted a resolution approving a final map for 21988 McClellan Road. Adopted a resolution approving an improvement agree- ment for 21926 Dolores Avenue. Approved the Planning Commission recommendation to appoint Lisa Giefer as the Environmental Review Commit- tee representative. Approved bingo permit renewals for St. Joseph Church and Senior Center Coordinating Council. Continued the bingo permit renewal for De Anza Force Soccer to February 20. Continued appeals of Planning Commission approval of Application Nos. R-2006-08 and RM-2006-13 to March 6. Continued consideration of new building fees and revision of housing mitigation in-lieu fee to March 6. Approved Application Nos. TM-2009-02, Z-2006-01, (Lau residence), 21600 Rainbow Drive and conducted first read- ing of Ordinance No. 07-1993 regarding rezoning. Continued Application Nos. Z-2006-06 (EA-2006-20), Olivia Jang (Huang), 20916 and 20956 Homestead Road to April 3. Approved the conceptual design and site location of the Cupertino Veteran’s Memorial in Memorial Park. Authorized the City Manager to sign an agreement with the Rotary Club of Cupertino to lease the Nathan Hall Tank House for five years and assist in its restoration and maintenance. Adopted a resolution setting the voluntary campaign expenditure limit at $26,500. Adopted a resolution authorizing the Historical Society to apply for grant funds from the Historical Heritage Com- mission and Department of Parks and Recreation of Santa Clara County for use on City-owned property. Conducted the first reading of an ordinance to add two additional members to the Technology, Information, and Communications Commission. Continued the 2007-08 City Council work program to February 20. Enacted an ordinance regarding Water Resource Protection for Properties Adjacent to a Stream. Spring Fling Fund Raiser in support of Cupertino Veterans Memorial Saturday, March 17 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm Quinlan Center 10185 N Stelling Rd. Cupertino, 95014 Evening Highlights: Dance the night away to the live Big Band sounds of “Sons of Jubal” Ballroom Dance Lesson: 6:30-7 pm (ad- ditional $10 / person) Dance Contests: Freeze and Twist (ad- ditional $15 / couple) Entertainment by “My Older Brother” featuring former Cupertino Superintendent, Bill Bragg and his son, Kit Bragg Silent and Live Auctions And More! Tickets $75.00 each Ticket includes hors d’ oeuvres` and 1 drink @ No Host Bar For Tickets Call: 408.871.1036 To learn more about this and other events please go to: www.cupertinoveteransmemorial.org CIT y MEETINGS C u PERTINO SCENE Cupertino City Hall 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014 POSTAL CUSTOMER PRSRT-STD U.S. Postage PAID Cupertino, CA Permit No. 239 ECRWSS March 1 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) .............................5:30 pm March 1 Fine Arts Commission (Conf. Rm. A) .....................................7 pm March 1 Parks and Recreation Commission (Mtg. Rm. 100) ................7 pm March 6 City Council mtg.*** .............................................................6:45 pm March 7 Library Commission (Conf. Rm.)...........................................7 pm March 7 Technology, Information & Communication Commission ......7 pm March 7 Teen Commission (Teen Center) ...........................................6 pm March 8 Audit Committee (Conf. Rm. A) ............................................4 pm March 8 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm.) .........................................9 am March 8 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A) ..............................7 pm March 13 Planning Commission*** ......................................................6:45 pm March 14 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) .................4:30 pm March 15 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) .............................5:30 pm March 20 City Council mtg.*** .............................................................6:45 pm March 21 Bicycle Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A) ......................7 pm March 21 Teen Commission (Teen Center) ...........................................6 pm March 22 Senior Citizen Commission (Senior Center) ..........................2 pm March 27 Planning Commission*** ......................................................6:45 pm March 28 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. A) .................4:30 pm Unless otherwise noted, all City Council and commission meetings are held at 1050 Torre Ave. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:0 am to 5:0 pm; Fridays, 7:0 am to 4:0 pm For recorded meeting schedule/information after hours, call 777.200. The City Channel (Comcast Cable Channel 26) offers agenda information, broadcasts of coun- cil/planning commission meetings and other programs. 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