August 2014 Newsletter


Dear Neighbors,  

 

It seems that summer just gets into full swing and we're already planning for the students to return to school. I hope you and your family found some time this summer to enjoy the great outdoors, travel, or just hang out with friends BBQing in your own backyard. I know I've enjoyed the Music and Movie nights in the Evergreen Village Square this summer along with the accompanying Art and Wine Strolls.
 

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News/Announcements 

CAL FIRE's One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire Campaign


 
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and CAL FIRE recently announced a partnership to help stop wildfires before they start in California. CAL Fire's One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire public safety campaign is a multi-agency effort to minimize the frequency, size and cost of wildfires started by human ignition.

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Applications to the City of San Jose's District 8 Youth Advisory Council are open!

 

Founded in 1969, Youth Advisory Councils (YACs) serve in official advisory capacity to their district representatives by providing support and feedback on local policy issues. Members of YACs enjoy valuable insight on municipal government, and stay informed and engaged with the district through their volunteer efforts and policy recommendations. Volunteer hours are recorded, and meetings occur twice a month at the Evergreen Branch Library.

 

District 8 is seeking motivated individuals who are looking to contribute to their community. We encourage students of all backgrounds, age
s14-20, to apply and participate.

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Child Advocates of Silicon Valley

 

Child Advocates of Silicon Valley recruits, trains and supports volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) to work one on one with foster children, providing critical emotional and educational support, ensuring that each child's needs are met and their voice heard while navigating the court dependency system.

 

Becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in Santa Clara County is truly gratifying and impactful volunteer experience. Children who have a CASA receive more services (medical, dental, academic etc.) and are less likely to reenter the system than those who do not have a CASA.

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Now Hiring School Crossing Guards

 
The San Jos� Police Department's School Safety & Education Unit 
irecruiting School Crossing Guards to work part-time during the normal school year at the following locations: 
  • Capitol Expressway/Aborn Road
  • Woodbury Lane/Terra Place 
  • Capitol Expressway/Silver Creek Road
Duties include providing for the safe passage of elementary and junior high school children across heavily traveled streets. Generally, these assignments are approximately 10 hours per week, one hour in the morning and one hour in the afternoon. School Crossing Guards are required to wear uniforms and work outdoors regardless of weather conditions.
 
Please contact the School Safety & Education Unit at (408) 277-4553 if you have any questions and/or to pick up an application.
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Honor Flight Bay Area Foundation Helping Veterans Visit Their Memorial

 

Honor Flight Bay Area Foundation, a non-profit organization with a mission to provide World War II veterans a free opportunity to visit the WWII Memorial and other related sites in Washington DC, is seeking participation in the program. You can help by volunteering, making monetary or in-kind donations, such as medical devices, or by simply helping spread the word encouraging WWII veterans to apply.

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SJPD and DA's Office Offer $20,000 Reward for Unsolved Homicides

 

The San Jos� Police Department and the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office have teamed up to offer a $20,000 reward to anyone who can give information that leads to the arrest and conviction of suspects in either of the two unsolved city homicides. Investigators believe that the two 2013 slayings - the fatal stabbing of Anthony Daniel Santa Cruz on February 13th near San Jose High School and the South San Jos� shooting death of Justin Watkins on June 26th - are unrelated.

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Help Keep the Planet Cool by Recycling Right this Summer

 

Summer is the season for cooling off in swimming pools, gathering with friends for BBQs, and spending time in your personal garden oasis. When enjoying the sunshine and warm breezes provided by Mother Earth, remember to do your part for the planet by recycling right. Putting the right item in the right cart reduces the amount of waste going to the landfill, and creates a cleaner and more sustainable San Jos�.

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Join MACSA for a Free Community Dinner Every Thursday

Thursdays, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

MACSA Youth Center, 660 Sinclair Dr.

 

MACSA is hosting a free community dinner every Thursday at the MACSA Youth Center. All youth, adults, and families in need of a warm meal and good company are welcome.

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FIT CAMP a Perfect Fit for Your Child Ages 8-12 Years!

 

At FIT CAMP, kids will develop a balanced approach of knowledge, skills, and confidence to be physically active for a lifetime. Campers will learn healthy habits from leaders who use evidence based curriculum. This summer, kids will build friendships, grow their confidence, and benefit from outdoor activities and field trips. Scholarships may be available.

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Events 

Clean Slate Tattoo Removal Program New Group Meetings

July 31- September 11th


Are tattoos preventing you from a getting job or moving ahead in life? The City of San Jose's Clean Slate Tattoo Removal Program will remove visible tattoos for free! They will begin the new group meetings on July 31st- September 11th. For more information or to enroll, please call (408) 794-1660.

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Sister Cities International Annual Conference and 

Dionne Warwick Concert

Thursday, July 31st- Saturday, August 2nd

Downtown San Jos�


Sister Cities International Annual Conference - The Power of Digital Diplomacy - is being held in downtown San Jos� from July 31st to August 2nd. The highlight of this year's event is a special concert by the legendary Dionne Warick, at the Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, August 1st at 8:00 p.m., Do You know The Way To San Jose featuring the MGM Resorts International Inspiring Our World Musical Journey, the Silicon Valley Music Festival, and the San Jose State University Choraliers.

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The Tech Museum's After Hours Hawaiian Night Luau

Monday, August 7th, 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

The Tech Museum of Innovation

 

After Hours is the monthly event where adults 21 and older enjoy science, technology, entertainment, and cocktails together with their friends. Explore the entire museum with other adults under moody lighting and music. Each month provides an exclusive and fun setting of music, giant games, hands-on exhibits, and more! 

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Starlight Cinemas - Free Summer Outdoor Movies

Now - Wednesday, August 20th, 7:00 p.m.

Various Locations in Downtown San Jos�

 

Now through August, take advantage of San Jos�'s warm summer nights and enjoy a movie under the star-studded sky at Starlight Cinemas, brought to you by the San Jos� Downtown Association. Explore distinct downtown areas such as Plaza de Cesar Chavez, San Pedro Square, and St. James Park, and meet the people and businesses that give downtown its character.

 

These events are all FREE! Pre-show fun starts about 7:00 p.m. and movies begin at dusk. Don't forget to bring your own chair or blanket as well as some snacks - or an entire meal from a nearby downtown restaurant!

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Music and Movie Nights at Evergreen Village Square

Music Series:

Friday, August 8th - Ron E. Beck Soul Review

Saturday, August 23rd - Music Festival Featuring John Chapman Band and Touch and Go

Movie Series:

Friday, August 8th- Despicable Me 2 sponsored by Silvercreek Mathnamsium

Saturday, August 23rd- Nut Job sponsored by Summerhill Homes

 

Councilmember Rose Herrera, Involved Evergreen, and Shapell Industries invite you to enjoy great live music and treat yourself to fine food while supporting local businesses at the Square sharing an evening under the stars with your friends, family, and neighbors.

 

Movie Night will take place after the concert in the Square from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. closer to dusk. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. 

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EAA62 Young Eagles Program - Free Flight

Saturday, August 16th, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Reid-Hillview Airport, 2500 Cunningham Ave.

 

The pilots of EAA62 of Santa Clara County are taking young people ages 8 to 17 for a free flight in small aircraft for approximately 20 minutes on  July 12th and August 16th out of Reid-Hillview Airport. Flights generally run from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please keep in mind, the flights are free and have to rely on the generosity of volunteer pilots who decide when to finish for the day. You are encouraged to arrive early.

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Partners in Reading New Learner Orientation

Wednesday, August 27th, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, 150 E. San Fernando St.

 

Join Partners in Reading and learn to read and write better! Partners in Reading offers free tutoring for adults, study one-to-one or in a small group, work at your own speed and free computer lessons, interesting workshops, family programs and more! 

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Day in the Park

Saturday, October 4th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Lake Cunningham Regional Park, 2303 S. White Rd.

 

SAVE THE DATE! More information coming soon! 

 

For more information, call (408) 535-4908 or email [email protected].

Register for a Vendor Booth or Entertainment

Become a Day in the Park 2014 Event Sponsor

City Council Meetings
August
Tuesday, August 5th: 1:30 p.m.
 
Tuesday, August 12th: 1:30 p.m.
 
Tuesday, August 19th: 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
 
Tuesday, August 26th: 1:30 p.m. 

Community Calendar

Evergreen Farmers' Market

Open every Wednesday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., year-round, in the Evergreen Village Square. Spend the morning in the Village and enjoy the park while shopping for the best California-grown produce available.

(Stay up to date on special market events at www.facebook.com/EvergreenFarmersMarket.)


 

District 8 Community Roundtable
1st Thursday of every month from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Location: Evergreen Library

(For information, visit d8crt.org)

 

Tully Ocala King Neighborhood Association
1st Monday of every other month from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley - Smythe Clubhouse

     

Reid - Hillview Airport Association
3rd Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m.

Location: Hillview Airport Terminal

(For information, call (408) 251-4939 or visit rhvaa.org) 

 

Association of Meadowfair Community

Last Wednesday of every month from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Location: Meadowfair Community Center 

(For information, email [email protected])

 

TOCKNA Second Harvest Food Bank - Produce Mobile

3rd Saturday of every month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church

 

King Ocala Neighborhood Association SNI NAC

3rd Monday of every month from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Varies

FREE Notary to Senior Citizens
Every first Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Evergreen Library  

 

This free service is available to seniors age 50 and up. You will need to bring either a valid driver's license, government issued ID card or passport. Your name on the identification must match the name on the documents(s) to be notarized. Loan and mortgage documents are not included in this free service. 

(For more information, email [email protected], 

or visit www.nathannotary.com or the San Jos� Public Library Website)


Involved Evergreen

Second Wednesday of the month

 

Involved Evergreen hosts community events at Evergreen Village Square. Meetings of the I.E. Steering Committee usually occur on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Square.

(For more information on upcoming events or to join the group, please see the Involved Evergreen yahoo site)

 

   

Know a D8 Great?

Help us recognize those outstanding community leaders who live, work, or volunteer in District 8! Please write to us at [email protected] letting us know why you

  recommend that D8 Great!

 

(Contact Jennifer Gonzales at (408) 535-4908 or [email protected] if you would like to include an upcoming event or meeting in future newsletters)

Contact Us
Office of Councilmember Rose Herrera
Council District 8
City of San Jos�

200 East Santa Clara St, 18th Floor, San Jos�, CA 95113
T: (408) 535-4908
F: (408) 292-6469
[email protected]

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Nextdoor

Images 

Councilmember Herrera thanking the Mike Torres Band and welcoming residents at the Music and Movie Night Summer Series at Evergreen Village Square on 7/11.

 

  Councilmember Herrera presenting a check to 

Debbie Vasquez and 
Chandra Lopez-Brooks 
in support of East Valley Family YMCA during the 2nd Annual Donor Appreciation Breakfast on 7/11.

  Councilmember Herrera welcomes Club Nails to the Evergreen Community at their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on 7/30.

View More Photos at the
 D8 Photo Gallery

District 8 Team
Mary Anne Groen

Chief of Staff
 

Jennifer Gonzales

Council Assistant

 

Dan Block

Council Assistant

 

Shelley Opsal
Executive Assistant/Scheduler

Important Phone Numbers

Emergency: 

911

Emergency Mobile:

(408) 277-8911


Non-Emergency:

311


City Hall Customer Service:

(408) 535-3500

Animal Care & Services:

(408) 794-7297


Anti-Graffiti:
(866) 249-0543

 
 

Arborist: 
(408) 794-1901

  
Code Enforcement:

(408) 535-7770


Drug Tip Hotline:

(408) 971-drug (3784)


Evergreen Community Center:
(408) 270-2220
 

Evergreen Library:

(408) 808-3060

 

Lake Cunningham Regional Skate Park:
(408) 794-SKATe (7528)

Library Services:

(408) 808-2000


Parks & Recreation:

(408) 535-3570


Recycling & Garbage:
(408) 535-3500

Street Light Repair:
(408) 794-1903

Hazardous Waste Disposal:
(408) 299-7300

 

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