Housing Element Update
The City of Cupertino's 6th Cycle Housing Element Update continues to move forward. The Housing Element is part of Cupertino's General Plan and identifies policies and programs intended to meet the housing needs of the City's current and future residents at all income levels.
Upcoming meetings:
- Community Engagement Plan - Strategic Advisory Committee hybrid meeting at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 16
- Community Meeting on Cupertino Housing Element at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 23
The upcoming Community Meeting on Cupertino Housing Element will allow community members to engage in the City's Housing Element by learning about the experiences of others, providing input, and asking questions. The meeting will include a panel of individuals representing a variety of experiences, as well as offering multiple opportunities for conversation with other attendees.
The hybrid meeting offers an in-person option at Cupertino Community Hall, located at 10350 Torre Avenue, or virtually on Zoom. Register in advance here.
Comments and input from the community are vital to the Housing Element Update, and participation in the community engagement process is strongly encouraged. To find details about the Housing Element Update and to stay informed, sign up for future notifications online at engagecupertino.org/housingelement.
Give Your Input on the Climate Action Plan 2.0
Come join the conversation on climate action outside the Cupertino Library, located at 10800 Torre Avenue, on Friday, May 13 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
This is your opportunity to let us know what you think about topics like switching from natural gas to electric appliances, changing transportation infrastructure to support electric vehicles, biking, walking, and micro-mobility, water conservation, waste reduction, and disaster preparedness.
The draft of the Climate Action Plan 2.0 is available online. Let us know what you think about the plan on cupertino.org/climateaction or in-person on May 13.
The last chance to complete the online survey is May 15.
Join the Mayor's Cup Challenge on Saturday, May 14
The City is inviting the community to share your voice at the Mayor's Cup Challenge! Discuss plastics and the growing environmental issues associated with them through the lenses of science, policy, and industry.
Join this half-day community event on Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cupertino Library, located at 10800 Torre Avenue. In-person attendance includes lunch. Registration is requested but not required to attend the event. Live capacity is limited.
The Mayor is bringing together professionals working on the cutting edge of plastics recycling and international recycling markets, policymakers, educators, and thought leaders in behavior change, along with students and artists to discuss issues in an inclusive and multi-faceted manner. You are invited to join this event to contribute and learn while enjoying the newly opened Cupertino Library expansion spaces, or join virtually from home.
Learn more and register at cupertino.org/mayorscupchallenge.
Upcoming Project to Close or Limit Street Access
An upcoming street maintenance project will close or limit access to City streets.
The project will start on Tuesday, May 17 and go through Saturday, May 21. This project is a fog seal project to apply an oil and water solution treatment on 51 street segments throughout the City. This treatment is a low-cost solution to seal minor cracks and address oxidation of the street surfaces.
The streets being treated will be closed or have limited access for four to six hours during this time. Residents should not drive on the streets until barriers are removed to open the streets back up to traffic and motorists.
The schedule is subject to change and can be viewed in the attachments link below. Any changes or updates will be posted on cupertino.org/pavementprogram.
National River Cleanup Day is Saturday, May 21
In partnership with the Creeks Connection Action Group, the City of Cupertino is hosting a community creek cleanup on Saturday, May 21, from 9 a.m. to noon at Creekside Park, located at 10455 Miller Avenue. Volunteers and City staff will clean up areas surrounding Calabazas Creek, which runs along Creekside Park.
Gloves, trash grabbers, and other tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to bring water to stay hydrated and dress for safety: wear closed toe shoes, long sleeves, long pants, and sunscreen. This event is a fun, family-friendly way to help clean up our local environment! Every participant needs to have a signed waiver to participate. Waivers will be sent to participants after registration to fill out in advance, but they will also be provided at the site.
To participate, please register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nrcd-2022-calabazas-creek-cupertino-registration-324288925907.
2022 CREST Awards Ceremony
Each year, the City of Cupertino presents its CREST Awards, “Cupertino Recognizes Extra Steps Taken,” to honor the outstanding contributions of Cupertino community members. The public is invited to the annual CREST Awards Ceremony on Thursday, May 26 at 5:30 p.m. in Cupertino Community Hall, located at 10350 Torre Avenue.
View event details at cupertino.org/crest.
Share Your Stories for Parks and Recreation Month
Each July, the City of Cupertino celebrates Parks and Recreation Month by raising awareness of the importance of parks and recreation and the positive impact it has on our daily lives.
This year, for Parks and Recreation Month, the City wants to hear your stories about what parks and recreation means to you! Share your favorite Cupertino parks and recreation story—your story might be featured in the July Scene or on social media.
Submit your stories at bit.ly/3kJysyN by Friday, May 13.
Environmental Education Center Open House Returns
The City is excited to announce the reopening of the Environmental Education Center (EEC) at the McClellan Ranch Preserve on Saturday, May 21, from 9 to 11 a.m.
Community members are invited to drop by to visit our animal ambassadors, engage with preserve staff, learn about the local ecology, and participate in hands-on nature activities.
The Environmental Education Center will be open every other week; May 21, June 4, and June 18, from 9 to 11 a.m. Future dates will be announced on the McClellan Ranch Preserve webpage.
Apply to be the City's Next Poet Laureate
The City of Cupertino has begun the recruitment to select the 2023-2025 Poet Laureate. This position is an honorary post, sponsored by the City of Cupertino and seated in the Cupertino Library. The Poet Laureate's poems will be featured in events, programs, and publications, with the goal of raising awareness, interest, and participation in poetry, literature, and language among Cupertino residents.
Applications are available at cupertino.org/poetlaureate or the Quinlan Community Center. Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, June 1 at 5 p.m. For questions or additional information, email poetlaureate@cupertino.org.
Teen Commission Recruitment is Open
The City of Cupertino is currently recruiting to fill four vacancies on the Cupertino Teen Commission. The commission consists of nine members who serve two-year staggered terms and advises the Cupertino City Council and staff on issues and projects important to the City’s youth.
Commissioner must be a Cupertino resident but may attend schools outside the City limits or be homeschooled. Applicants must be in eighth through 11th grade.
Applications may be submitted online at cupertino.org/vacancies. The deadline to apply is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 29. City Council will conduct interviews on Monday, August 8, and Tuesday, August 9.
For more information on the Teen Commission, visit cupertino.org/teencommission.
Apply for Summer Jobs
The City of Cupertino is currently looking for enthusiastic, fun, and committed individuals to join our summer staff team. For position details and to apply, view the attachments link below and visit cupertino.org/jobs.
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