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COVID-19 Testing Available in Santa Clara County
COVID-19 testing will be available at these testing sites in Santa Clara County:
- Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, Parking Lot A
344 Tully Road, San Jose
Thursday through Monday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday through Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- San Martin Mass Testing and Vaccination Site
90 Highland Avenue, San Martin
Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The County of Santa Clara's health officials continue to remind residents and visitors to be mindful that the COVID-19 virus is still spreading, and that risk to health from the pandemic continues.
View more information on COVID-19, vaccines, and data on the County website at covid19.sccgov.org.
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Draft Housing Element Available for Public Review
The draft of the City of Cupertino's Housing Element Update is available for public review online and in person. The public comment period opened on November 18 and runs through December 23.
View the Draft Housing Element online here. A physical copy is available for public review at City Hall, located at 10300 Torre Avenue in Cupertino. If you'd like to view the document in person, contact (408) 777-3308 to make an appointment.
Written comments on the Draft Housing Element must be submitted prior to the December 23 deadline. Comments can be submitted by:
- email: housing@cupertino.org; or
- in person; or
- mail:
Community Development Department
Attn: Luke Connolly, Acting Community Development Director
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, CA 95014
The Housing Element is a State-required element of the City’s General Plan. The Housing Element must be updated every eight years and includes goals, objectives, policies, and implementation programs that address the maintenance, preservation, improvement, and development of housing within the City. In addition, the Housing Element Update identifies sites appropriate for the development of new housing that would be available to households at all levels of income.
The Housing Element Update also includes other amendments necessary to comply with recent changes in State law. Prior to the submittal of the Draft Housing Element to the California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) for their review and comment, the Draft Housing Element must be available for a 30-day public review and comment period. Following review of the Draft, the City will consider all comments received in the manner outlined below, including those from HCD staff, and will revise the Housing Element for consideration and final adoption by the City’s Planning Commission and City Council. Separate public notice for all future Commission and City Council meetings hearings will be provided at that time.
Comcast City Channel Temporarily Off Air
The Cupertino City Channel on Comcast Channel 26 is currently off the air due to a fiber optics line break. The City Channel is still accessible online, and can be found at cupertino.org/citychannel.
DOLA Trials to Open on Friday, December 9
In accordance with the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 City Work Program Item, Dog Off Leash Area (DOLA), two DOLAs will open on Friday, December 9 – one at Monta Vista Park and another at Linda Vista Park.
The Linda Vista Park DOLA trial is located on the large grass area in the lower section of the park and will be open daily for all dogs from 8 a.m. to noon, and for little or delicate dogs from 4 to 8 p.m.
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The Monta Vista Park DOLA trial is located on McKlintock Lane next to the tennis courts and will be open daily from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 4 to 8 p.m.
Both trials will run until March 1, 2023. For more information, visit cupertino.org/dola.
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Memorial Park Ponds Project Final Stages
The Memorial Park Ponds Repurposing Project is nearing completion. Throughout construction, the project team managed and addressed unforeseen conditions, including more underground concrete for the pond liner than was originally anticipated, and issues with initializing the irrigation system.
The reconstructed area is currently fenced off to protect the newly planted vegetation. The fencing is expected to be removed in February when the vegetation is sufficiently established.
For more information on the project, check the Memorial Park Ponds Repurposing Project webpage here.
As a reminder, this ponds project is just one of several ongoing projects for Memorial Park, including the project focused on the amphitheater and the master planning process, which will continue the improvements at the park.
SVCE Education Fund Application Open
Calling interested students, teachers, or school staff in Cupertino! Do you have the next big idea for the world of clean energy?
Are you interested in organizing community climate action events? Have you ever thought about how you can contribute to the fight against climate change? The City of Cupertino is happy to support Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) as they announce the opening of the SVCE 2022-2023 Education Fund application.
The SVCE Education Fund is an education initiative that funds environmental projects led by local schools. The project must relate to SVCE’s mission of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and combatting climate change. You can apply for project funding if you are a teacher, student, or staff member in our SVCE service territory! In past cycles, SVCE sponsored many types of projects in various fields, from STEM to creative arts to community event organizing.
Project applicants can earn up to $10,000 in funding. The application cycle began on December 1, 2022 and will close on January 20, 2023.
For more information, visit svcleanenergy.org/education-fund.
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Notable City Events
Annual Coat Drive Open through December 21
The City of Cupertino, in cooperation with Recology, is hosting its annual Coat Drive this holiday season. Community members can drop off new or gently used coats between now and Wednesday, December 21 at Cupertino Library Lobby, 10800 Torre Avenue.
Donated items will be given to Sacred Heart Community Services, which will distribute them to those in need this holiday season.
Cupertino Cafe is Back!
On December 17 from 1 to 7 p.m., the City invites all teens to our semi-annual Cupertino Cafe at Community Hall. The Cupertino Cafe is the perfect location for students to study and prepare for final exams. There will be free snacks, hot chocolate, and Panda Express. Then, when a break is needed, attendees can rest their brains with one of the many games and relaxing activities on site! Tutors from FLEX College Prep will also be available for anyone needing help.
Register for this event at bit.ly/cupertinocafedec.
The 2023 Winter Recreation Schedule is Here!
This winter, the City of Cupertino has many activities, camps, classes, and events planned for all ages, from toddlers to adults 50+. See what the City has planned at cupertino.org/recreation.
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City Communications Regarding COVID-19
Cupertino City Hall reopened to the public on Monday, April 11. City services offered in-person include Building, Business License, Finance, Planning, Public Works, and other services. Many virtual tools and online assistance remain available at cupertino.org/online-services.
City Hall Contact Information
*Please note some lines may be unattended from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Any non-urgent service requests for trees, roadways, sidewalks, trash, or parks can be submitted at cupertino.org/311. For urgent requests after hours, contact Santa Clara County Communications at (408) 299-2507.
The Scene
It's the end of another year, and there's no better way to embrace the holiday spirit than joining in the Cupertino festivities! Also, learn how to protect your package deliveries, unwrap the secrets of holiday waste sorting, and take part in the upcoming holiday events happening in Cupertino.
Download and read at cupertino.org/scene.
Law Enforcement Reports
View attachments here, which includes the Sheriff’s weekly report for November 14 – December 4.
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