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Welcome to Cupertino Connect
Cupertino Connect is your essential guide to important news, local events and the latest happenings around our vibrant City. This newsletter is a twice-monthly compilation of items of interest from the City and our partners. We hope you enjoy reading it. To subscribe, visit cupertino.gov/cupertinoconnect.
Your Art. Your Cupertino. Submit Today!
The City of Cupertino is celebrating the 70th anniversary of the City’s official incorporation as Santa Clara County’s 13th city. To commemorate the occasion, the City would like to invite members of the community to showcase their creativity and participate in our “My Cupertino” Art Wall that will be displayed at the second annual Cupertino Community Service Awards on Wednesday, October 29 at the Quinlan Community Center.
The theme encourages artists to express what Cupertino means to them—whether it’s a favorite place, a community tradition, local nature, or the City’s spirit of innovation and diversity.
See the rules and find the submission form at cupertino.gov/crest.
One Week Left to Nominate a Community Hero!
Do you know someone making a positive difference in Cupertino? There’s just one week left to nominate them for a 2025 CREST Award!
The City of Cupertino is celebrating individuals and organizations who go above and beyond to serve our community. Award categories include:
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Lifetime Achievement
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Volunteer of the Year
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Organization of the Year
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Rising Star of the Year
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Hometown Hero
Nominations close Friday, September 5. Winners will be honored at the Cupertino Community Service Awards on Wednesday, October 29.
Submit your nomination today at cupertino.gov/crest.
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Cupertino Streets get Brighter
Cupertino streets are brighter and safer as the City is working to replace streetlight poles and improve LED lighting throughout the City. Replacing worn out poles enhances public safety by averting potential failures, and LED lights deliver a more luminous and directed light while conserving energy and reducing light pollution.
Since 2018, the City has been working to upgrade streetlight poles across Cupertino. By 2024, all 396 fluted poles were replaced. The focus has now shifted to swapping out older steel poles with galvanized Type 15 poles, which are stronger and more resistant to corrosion. In 2024, 41 steel poles were replaced, and another 76 are scheduled for replacement through 2025–2026. In addition, the City Lighting LED Improvements Project is upgrading more than 2,000 streetlights to energy-efficient LED fixtures. This work is already underway and is expected to wrap up by Fall 2025.
See the completed and upcoming improvements for streetlighting infrastructure with the Streetlight Improvements Story Map—a comprehensive visual representation to track street light upgrades: gis.cupertino.org/webmap/streetlight/
City Holiday Closure Notice – Labor Day
All City offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 1, in observance of Labor Day.
Please note:
- The Sports Center and Blackberry Farm Golf Course will remain open.
- Normal operating hours for all City services will resume on Tuesday, September 2.
For a complete list of City-observed holidays, please visit the City’s official website.
Economic Development Committee Recruitment
The application deadline to apply for positions on the Economic Development Committee has been extended. The new deadline to submit applications is 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 2. The City Council will conduct interviews beginning at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 15. For more information about this committee, the application process, and additional vacancies available, please visit: cupertino.gov/vacancies.
FY 25-27 City Work Program Dashboard Update
The City Work Program (CWP) Dashboard has been updated with information for the FY 25-27 CWP projects. A total of 23 projects can be found on the dashboard, which includes all new projects and any ongoing projects from the previous CWP.
The dashboard can be viewed at cupertino.gov/cityworkprogram. The first quarterly update will be completed in October 2025.
Stevens Creek Boulevard Bike Lane Project
Construction begins on Phase 2A of the Stevens Creek Boulevard Bike Lane Project! Work starts on Monday, September 15, and is expected to wrap up by the end of the year. Expect some traffic delays in the area during construction. This project will upgrade the stretch of Stevens Creek Boulevard between Wolfe Road and De Anza Boulevard, turning the current buffered bike lanes into protected bike lanes with concrete barriers separating bikes from cars. New bike signals will also be added at the Wolfe Road and De Anza Boulevard intersection. The eastbound bus stop near De Anza Boulevard will also get a makeover with a boarding island and dedicated bike lane space.
For questions, contact Jason Wong at (408) 777-3215 or JasonW@cupertino.gov.
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Community Coffee with Mayor Chao and Assm. Ahrens
Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens invites you to Community Coffee, hosted in partnership with Cupertino Mayor Liang Chao. Join to discuss state and local matters concerning you and your community on Saturday, September 6 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Quinlan Community Center, 10185 North Stelling Road.
RSVP at tinyurl.com/PACupertinocc.
Celebrate 70 Years of Cupertino: Restaurant Week Sign-Ups Are Open!
In celebration of Cupertino’s 70th anniversary, the City is excited to launch its first-ever Restaurant Week, taking place Monday, October 6 through Sunday, October 12. During this weeklong event, participating restaurants will offer exclusive promotions and specials to highlight the vibrant culinary scene in Cupertino. Want to see your favorite restaurant featured? Encourage them to sign up and showcase their best dishes as part of this exciting celebration. Restaurant sign-ups close on Friday, September 12.
For more information, visit cupertino.gov/taste70.
De Anza Flea Market Returns on September 6
Discover treasures, enjoy food trucks, and support De Anza College students at the De Anza Flea Market! The market runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every first Saturday of the month (rain or shine) in Parking Lots A and B at De Anza College. Free garage parking is available.
For more information, visit deanza.edu/fleamarket.
Cupertino Fall Festival
Celebrate community at the Cupertino Fall Festival on Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Memorial Park. Enjoy food trucks, kids’ activities, cultural performances, arts and crafts, and a beer tasting. Catch afternoon live music by acoustic guitarist James Nash and keyboardist Carl Weaver. Admission and parking are free, and proceeds support local community projects.
For additional details, visit the Fall Festival website.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
With a new school year starting, the Cupertino library is encouraging everyone to get their free library card. It’s your gateway to hundreds of resources, including books, eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, video games, magazines, online tutoring, homework help, and even free access to Bay Area museums and county/state parks.
Sign up for a card at the library's webpage.
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Cupertino Community Corner
Summer Camps
That’s a wrap on another incredible summer of camps! More than 2,000 campers joined Cupertino Parks and Recreation for a wide variety of summer camps, from sports and science to arts and engineering. The City loved seeing so many smiling faces and wish all our campers a fantastic school year ahead.
Cupertino Senior Center Open House
On Friday, August 22, more than 200 community members explored the wonderful programs and activities designed for adults 50 and better at the Cupertino Senior Center’s Open House. Guests enjoyed demonstrations, met instructors, and discovered new ways to get involved in fitness, arts, social events, and more.
Leaders in Training (LITs)
As summer camp came to a close, Cupertino Parks and Recreation said goodbye to their Leaders in Training (LITs). These future leaders supported campers and staff throughout the summer, bringing energy, dedication, and positivity to every day. Their contributions made an important impact on Cupertino’s summer camp program.
Youth Activity Board: Welcoming the 2025–26 Team
On Wednesday, August 20, Cupertino Parks and Recreation held its first 2025–26 Youth Activity Board (YAB) meeting. This passionate group of middle and high school students are dedicated to shaping engaging and meaningful programs for Cupertino youth. From organizing events like Teen Movie Night and Hack Cupertino, this dynamic team plays an important role in strengthening our community.
Hidden Treasures Donations
The Cupertino Senior Center is now collecting gently used or new items for its annual Hidden Treasures fundraising event, happening Thursday, October 23. Accepted donations include jewelry, artwork, kitchenware, home décor, knickknacks, and more.
For a complete list and how to donate, visit cupertino.gov/hiddentreasures.
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General Mayor Email
Many City departments use general email addresses to eliminate confusion over name spellings and make it easier for the public to contact the appropriate department. Now there is a new email address for the Mayor: mayor@cupertino.gov. This email address is on the Mayor's webpage at cupertino.gov/mayor.
City of Cupertino Careers
City of Cupertino is known throughout the world as a center of innovation. Our employees take pride in delivering exceptional customer service to our residents and businesses. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting in your career, we welcome you to discover the job opportunities with the City of Cupertino.
Visit cupertino.gov/jobs for more information.
Council Informational Memos
Council Info Memos are available at Council Informational Memos | City of Cupertino, CA.
Cupertino Senior Center eNewsletter
To find out more information about classes and events held at the Senior Center for the month of August, check out the eNewsletter .
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Please send us an email: communication@cupertino.gov and we look forward to hearing from you!
Law Enforcement Reports
The Sheriff’s weekly report for August 11 through August 24 can be accessed here.
City Hall Contact Information
The following departments are available by phone only on Fridays:
- Building (408) 777-3228
- Business License (408) 777-3221
- Planning (408) 777-3308
- Public Works (408) 777-3354
- Finance (408) 777-3220
- City Manager's Office (408) 777-3212
- City Clerk's Office (408) 777-3223
*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.gov/311. For urgent requests after hours, contact Santa Clara County Communications at (408) 299-2507.
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