WEDNESDAY OCT 26 - PUMPKIN GIVEAWAY | |
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Mark your calendar! My office is holding our Second Annual District 4 Pumpkin Giveaway on Wednesday, October 26th from 5-7pm. We’ll have pumpkins of all sizes for the kids, plus games and prizes. It’ll be happening at Brooktree Elementary School at 1781 Olivetree Drive. First come, first served while supplies last. Call 408-535-4904 for more information.
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I'll be at the Berryessa Farmer's Market Saturday, Oct. 22 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Support local growers by buying fresh, locally-sourced produce at our neighborhood Farmers' Market and speak with me and my staff about the issues that matter to you. Ask questions, express your concerns, and receive updates about city projects, and buy some fresh and delicious locally-sourced produce! We look forward to seeing you this Saturday! 1376 Piedmont Road. | |
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The Gardner Health Services Día de los Muertos Run-Walk is back for 2022! For the 3rd year, this fundraising event and health initiative will safely bring together patients, staff, families and the community in celebration of life, health, and the lives of those we love eternally. Join us to raise funds to help children and families – who can't afford medical insurance – get free care!
The event will feature a family-friendly 5k and 10k run-walk route, music, entertainment, and a health resource fair.
REGISTRATION INCLUDES
- Race Entry
- Bib and Timing Chip
- Finisher's Medal
- Día de los Muertos Tech Shirt
PACKET/BIB PICK-UP
- Friday, October 28, 2022 | 10:00am - 7:00pm | 1621 Gold St. Alviso, CA 95002
- Race Day, Saturday, October 29, 2022 | 7:00am - 7:45am | 1621 Gold St. Alviso, CA 95002
What to Wear
Participants are encouraged to dress in their Día de los Muertos make up and costumes, or wear the race shirt given at packet pick-up.
La Ofrenda
Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of a photo of a passed loved one, flowers, etc. for our giant ofrenda on display (no glass or open flames).
- All items should be placed on the ofrenda by 7:30am
- Photos should be 5″ x 7″ or smaller
- Please pick up photo/items before leaving venue. All items left at the end of the event will be discarded.
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Be Our Guest Luncheon was a blast! | |
I love this time of year! I was so excited to attend the Halloween themed Silicon Valley Council of Non-profits' Be Our Guest Luncheon held at Excite Ballpark in Councilmember Maya Esparza's District 7. We took home the Honorable Mention Most Creative award for our Lorax pumpkin! | |
Penitencia Creek Trail Repair in October | |
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The Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood Services Department will be stabilizing the Penitencia Creek bank and re-aligning the adjacent trail to avoid erosion caused by creek debris. Construction will begin this week and require closure of the trail segment between King Road and Mabury Road. By late November the community will be able to use the newly improved trail that extends west all the way to the BART station! See "before" photo below:
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The San José Police Department’s School Safety and Education Unit is now hiring Crossing Guards. You could play a major role in improving the safety of our kiddos on their way to and from school and get paid! Click here for more information. It’s all part of our plan to make San Jose safer for pedestrians and cyclists.
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It's Time to Vote!
Ballots are in the Mail! Voting Starts Now! Election Day is November 8th!
Did you know California modernized our voting system when we passed the Voter’s Choice Act in 2016? Gone are the days of paper voter rolls and having to vote at only one specific polling place in your neighborhood. Now the Registrar Of Voters employees are able to look you up at the check in desk, print your particular precinct’s ballot, and show you to a voting booth anywhere in the county! You can request a paper ballot or vote using an electronic machine. You can even vote from your car in most Vote Centers, using drive-up services intended for folks with health and mobility issues.
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(Fun fact: The touchscreen voting machines are technically just another way of marking a paper ballot. They record your choices and print them on a sheet of paper you can double check before depositing it into the ballot box. Voting machines do not tally votes and are not connected to the internet.)
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- BERRYESSA SPOOKTACTULAR HALLOWEEN
- FINANCIAL HELP WITH HOME REPAIRS
- CITY BEAUTIFICATION GRANT PROGRAM BEGINS
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BERRYESSA SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN | |
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We are getting ready to bring back our annual SPOOKtacular Halloween in person this year! Our event is set to be on Friday, October 28th from 6:00pm-8:30pm. We will have a Haunted House, costume contest, games, DJ, and a pumpkin patch!
This is a huge event we put together and the Haunted House alone needs a lot of help from volunteers. We really need volunteers, and we offer to sign community service volunteer hours for high school students!
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IS YOUR SAN JOSE HOME IN NEED OF REPAIRS? | |
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Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley has partnered with the City of San Jose to offer home repair grants to low income homeowners--mobile homes included. We make repairs that directly impact a homeowner’s health, safety and quality of life. Eligible repairs in this city include, but are not limited to the following:
Repair assessments are made by Habitat staff after visiting the home with the homeowner to determine the scope of work. Projects range in size depending on the home and homeowner's needs.
Download a Request for Service form inDownload a Request for Service form in English – Español – Tagalog – 繁體中文 - 简体中文 – Tiếng Việt - Hindi.
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Required Documentation
- Photo IDs and Proof of Legal Residency for all Applicants
- Copy of Certificate of Title
- Proof of occupancy (including space lease agreement if in a mobile home)
- Copy of Homeowner’s Insurance Policy
- Income documentation for all household members 18 years of age and older
You can visit the Habitat for Humanity website for more details on grant amounts, requirements and other information.
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BEAUTIFY SJ GRANT PROGRAM | |
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The City of San José is committed to supporting residents in their efforts to beautify their neighborhoods and create a cleaner and more vibrant San José.
The mission of the BeautifySJ Grant Program is to support residents’ efforts at reclaiming their public space and to empower residents to aesthetically demonstrate their pride in our City. The City believes that the power to shape the future of our neighborhoods lies in strengthening the civic participation of our residents.
The BeautifySJ Grant Program provides funds (from $300 up to $5,000) for neighborhood clean-up efforts, beautification projects and neighborhood engagement opportunities in San José.
Proposals will only be accepted online via WebGrants. To register for a WebGrants user ID and to access the application, please go to: grants.sanjoseca.gov.
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Get $3,000 to transform your landscape
Replacing your water-thirsty lawn with low-water use native plants creates a beautiful drought-proof yard. We offer up to $3,000 to help you make the change (maximum rebate amounts and rates are higher in some areas).
Find Rebates
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Are you worried about wasting water?
Our qualified professionals can visit your home or business and offer ways to enhance your water savings. Our experts look for leaks, implement adjustments to make sure your irrigation equipment is working efficiently and help you reduce your watering schedule.
Schedule a Survey
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As a result of your advocacy and the efforts of my staff, plans to utilize the Robert Gross Perculation Ponds/Noble Park have been canceled. As part of the process, the City of San José collected suggestions for alternative locations in District 4. In the spirit of full transparency, the City published the entire list of suggestions they received. City staff is currently vetting the locations on the list and will share a revised list when it is available. We will update the Emergency Housing Page as new information becomes available. | |
Omicron specific booster shots are available for everyone who has had the two initial vaccinations. Reservations can be found at sccfreevax.org. | |
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How to Protect Yourself and Others From COVID-19: With COVID-19 cases on the rise, it is important to follow CDC guidelines to prevent illness. Most importantly, stay up to date on COVID-19 vaccines, wear a well-fitting mask, avoid poorly ventilated areas and crowds, and take precautions when you travel.
Free Masks Available: Each adult can get three free N95 masks at pharmacies and community health centers. For help finding a location, call 800-232-0233.
Resident Resources: The City of San José’s Virtual Local Assistance Center is a one-stop for information on Food Assistance, Housing, Employment, Health & Wellness, Utilities, and Immigrant Resources.
Current Vaccination/Booster Sites: The full list of vaccine sites, and testing sites are available on the County of Santa Clara COVID-19 website. Please note that vaccination sites are a combination of drop-in and by appointment only. Residents are encouraged to make an appointment, where possible. All sites have boosters available.
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