NATIONAL BLOOD SUPPLY SHORTAGE - WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP |
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The American Red Cross is facing a national blood crisis, its worst blood shortage in over a decade. Amid this crisis, doctors have been forced to make difficult decisions about who receives blood transfusions and who will need to wait until more blood becomes available. Blood and platelet donations are critically needed to help prevent further delays in vital medical treatments.
We here at City Hall are looking to assist in bringing up the Red Cross's blood reserves by holding blood drives and events throughout the City. I was joined today by Mayor Sam Liccardo and some of my Council Colleagues at the San Jose Red Cross Blood Donation Center located right here in District 4. We all gave blood together to kick off this effort and bring much needed attention to this issue. |
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This is my 62nd time giving blood (nearly 8 gallons), which I realized by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App to track my donations. The app makes it very easy to schedule an appointment, go through the pre-screening process, track your history and vitals, and earn rewards for your donations.
You can also help by becoming a volunteer. There are many exciting opportunities beyond just assisting with blood drives, such as the disaster action team, and many of the much needed positions are fully remote. |
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Giving blood is one of the simplest ways you can help others. Each time you donate, you're giving enough blood to potentially save 3 lives and you can donate every 8 weeks. For all of you who can, I strongly encourage you to make giving blood a consistent part of your life and to encourage your friends and family to do the same.
Sincerely,
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- WASTE AND RECYCLING TOWN HALL - FEB 23
- VACCINATION CLINIC IN ALVISO
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LET'S TALK TRASH!
How the new State law will affect our City's waste and recycling system.
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With the passing of SB 1383, a state law aimed at removing 75% of organic waste from our landfills by 2025, many residents are asking how this will affect their trash and recycling services. I thought this would be a great opportunity to share how the city is currently handling our garbage, how it gets sorted, and what happens to it once it's been processed. Join me for an in-depth discussion about what happens to the City's refuse and recycling.
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I invite you to join me for a virtual Town Hall meeting on February 23, at 6 pm. We'll also be joined by Valerie Osmond, Deputy Director of Integrated Waste Management for the City. Please follow the link below to register.
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CITY INITIATIVE SEEKS RESIDENTS TO LEAD CLIMATE-ACTION TEAMS |
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The City of San José is launching a new initiative that enables citizens to lead the fight against climate change and build community bonds. The campaign, called GoGreen Teams, is seeking resident leaders to inspire and facilitate climate action, disaster preparedness, and resilient neighborhoods in San José.
All you need is passion for a greener and better world. You will be provided with support and coaching to lead your GoGreen Team and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save water and money, and make our community more resilient. GoGreen Teams is offered in partnership with Community Climate Solutions, the creators of the City’s Climate Smart Challenge platform. |
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You can register HERE to learn more about becoming a GoGreen Teams Leader at one of the following virtual information sessions:
Feb. 16, 5-6:30 p.m.
Feb. 16, 6-8:00 p.m.
Feb. 17, 12-1:30 p.m.
Feb. 24, 6-7:30 p.m.
March 1, 5:30-7 p.m.
Think you’re ready to sign up? You can learn more and sign up to be a GoGreen Team Leader HERE.
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PAVING AND ROAD WORK UPDATE FOR 2022 |
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One of my goals as your Councilmember is to ensure that we have safe, drivable streets throughout our District. We are working with the Department of Transportation to improve the conditions of our roads and sidewalks. We are also implementing features that will ensure that cars, bikes, and pedestrians can all travel safely in our District.
In 2021, District 4 had 37 miles of pavement work completed on major and minor streets in the neighborhoods of Penitencia, Summerdale, Noble and Suncrest. Along with major work done along Landess, Hostetter/Murphy and Old Piedmont Rd. Improvements also took place in North San José and Alviso on Los Esteros Rd and O’Toole. There were some delays that resulted from waiting for CalTrans approval, which has been received, and striping work along Hostetter and Landess is now complete.
Some of the road work that was scheduled for 2021 wasn't completed before the rainy season began. Those roads, which include Hosttetter Rd east of Morrill, Old Piedmont Rd, and the rest of the Noble neighborhood roads, will be completed this spring before the new season of paving begins.
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Below are some of the improvements we're working on in 2022.
The neighborhoods of Capewood, Morrill, and Northwood will be seeing roadwork. In North San José and Alviso, paving will occur on Gold St, Research Pl from Montague Expy to River Oaks Pwky
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Although a lot of the improvements are scheduled to take place within eastern District 4 in the coming year, 2023 brings a large wave of improvements to North San Jose, most notably Zanker Road, the local streets in Alviso, and various other routes as seen below.
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You can stay updated on the construction dates of these projects in the coming year by using this website. If there are any other improvements you would like to see, please reach out to me staff at district4@sanjoseca.gov.
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DISTRICT 4 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED |
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Our goal is to provide the best possible service to our constituents in District 4. To achieve this, we host events regularly throughout the district and we need your help to make them successful.
Our staff can only do so much so we're asking for a helping hand. We're seeking volunteers willing to assist during monthly dumpster days, neighborhood cleanups and other community events. In return, you will get to spend time with other like-minded members of the community, interacting with your neighbors and learning about the important work the City of San Jose does for its residents.
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Whether you’re a student looking to earn service credit, a volunteer group looking for opportunities to lend a helping hand or an altruist who enjoys making a difference, we’d love to have you join us for a community event.
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VACCINATION EVENT AT GEORGE MAYNE ELEMENTARY |
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There will be a vaccination event on Thursday, February 10, from 3:15pm - 7:30pm at George Mayne Elementary School. First, second and booster shots will be available. This event is open to everyone so please share with your family and friends.
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For those unable to attend the George Mayne Elementary School event, booster shots are available through both appointments and drop-in at many pharmacies, clinics, and mass vaccination locations throughout the County.
Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Everyone: Every home in the U.S., regardless of their insurance status, is eligible to order four free at-home COVID-19 tests. Orders ship in 7-12 days. Order free at-home tests at www.covidtests.gov.
Avoid Fake COVID-19 Tests: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Division of Consumer and Business Education recently issued guidance on how to avoid purchasing fake COVID-19 tests. For more information, visit the FTC webpage.
Guidance to COVID-19 Testing Options: With the high demand for COVID-19 testing locally, the County Public Health Department offers guidance on what kind of test to use, when a test is needed, and where you should and should not go to get tested. The testing options are a PCR test, typically administered in a clinic or drive-through operation, and an antigen test, which is available for home use. To help inform residents about the COVID-19 testing options, we encourage you to share these social media assets.
Everyone 12 and older who is six months out from their second Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two months out from their Johnson & Johnson vaccine, is eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot.
The full list of vaccine sites can be viewed here, and testing sites here. Please note that the sites listed below are drop-in only and have varied schedules. All sites have boosters available. Keep in mind that vaccination capacity may be limited at some vaccination sites. We encourage residents to make an appointment, if possible.
Vaccination Sites
· Sun Pharmacy (2559 S. King Rd., San José 95122)
· Advance SJ Pharmacy (2331 Montpelier Dr., Suite A-10, San José 95116)
· Dan Hopner MD/Rom Romero PA (2060 Aborn Rd., Suite 100, San José 95121)
· Emma Prusch Park (647 S. King Rd., San José 95116)
· Bay Area Community Health (5504 Monterey Hwy., San José 95138)
· Bay Area Community Health (Rocketship Mosaic) (950 Owsley Ave., San José 95122)
· Bay Area Community Health (1855 Lucretia Ave., San José 95122)
· Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired (101 North Bascom Ave., San José 95128)
· Story Road HUB (1775 Story Rd., San José 95122)
· Latino College Preparatory Academy (14271 Story Rd., San José 95127)
Testing Sites
· Valley Medical Center/Valley Health Center East (1993 McKee Rd., San José 95116)
· Valley Water (OptumServe/CDPH Bus) (5750 Almaden Expy., San José 95118)
· Bay Area Community Health - Monterey (5504 Monterey Hwy., San José 95138)
· Costco (OptumServe/CDPH Bus) (2376 S. Evergreen Loop, San José 95122)
· SCC Office of Education (OptumServe) (1290 Ridder Park Dr., San José 95131)
· Santa Clara VTA (OptumServe) (2240 S. 7th St., San José 95112)
· Santa Clara VTA (OptumServe) (3331 North First St., San José 95134)
· Santa Clara VTA (OptumServe) (3990 Zanker Rd., San José 95134)
· County Fairgrounds, Parking Lot A (344 Tully Rd., San José 95111)
· Grand Century Mall (OptumServe/CDPH Bus) (1111 Story Rd., San José 95122)
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School Site Testing
Again, we encourage school staff and families to register for weekly school site testing, especially during this winter season. Schedules vary by site. Please contact your school to learn your weekly testing day. This registration process also provides permission for your students to be tested when they are considered a close contact for school exposure if response testing is available and helps expedite that process. As a reminder, if you are notified to pick up your child from school for exposure, please be sure to check them out from the office. Additional information for testing and isolation will be provided at that time.
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New Booster Mandate
The omicron variant is spreading rapidly, but those who are unvaccinated are a far greater risk of infection and hospitalization. In order to keep our health care system from being overwhelmed, we encourage all residents of San Jose 12 and older to get the booster shot when they are eligible. Beginning February 4, all attendees of events at large San Jose venues, including SAP Center, Center for Performing Arts, and the Convention Center, will be required to show proof of vaccination, including the booster (if eligible). Please take advantage of the vaccination locations listed above to get you and your family members up to date.
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SAN JOSE SOLAR PROJECT PRODUCING POWER |
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Less than 3 years since becoming the city’s official electricity provider, San Jose Clean Energy’s new 62 MW solar+storage project is now producing power. This is enough electricity to provide power to nearly 650,000 San Jose homes each year. Over time, it will have the same climate impact as removing 670k cars off the road! www.sanjosecleanenergy.org/7x16
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The innovative delivery schedule (6 am to 10 pm, seven days a week, hence 7x16) will help reduce reliance on natural gas by providing renewable energy in the late afternoon and evening hours. |
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