Happy New Year!

I hope you and your loved ones were able to celebrate the end of 2021 safely.

I want to give a big thanks to those who donated toys, books, games, and clothes to our neighbors in Evans Lane Interim Housing.

Your gifts lit up so many children's faces as they unwrapped their presents on December 22. You can view the full news clip about the wonderful night you contributed to here.

Thank you for helping my team and I make such a memorable Christmas season for families and young ones at Evans Lane.

As we enter 2022, I strongly recommend that you get vaccinated or receive your booster shot if you have not already done so. If you have, great! I really appreciate your care and caution for your fellow San Jose residents.

In this newsletter are this weekend's outdoor events including the Rose Garden Farmers Market. There are also many resources for our 60+ population who are looking to get active or are in need of meals.

Stay safe and I look forward to seeing you in 2022.

Best,

Dev

Looking to eat healthier this new year and support local businesses? Buy your groceries at the Rose Garden Farmers Market! This Saturday's market will be open 9am-1pm at 577 Dana Street.

Let's discuss how we can improve the city of San Jose in 2022 during my virtual Office Hours next week.

Join me via Zoom next Wednesday, 01/12, 5:30-6:30PM.

I will be sending the Zoom link early next week. Please be on the lookout for that email.

In December, I sent an email with an update about the final map that has been chosen by my council colleagues and me. As a reminder, the map that we have chosen is the Council Map Version 3.

This map is subject to change and my colleagues and I will adopt a final version during the January 11^th City Council Meeting.

Watch next Tuesday's meeting via YouTube or join via Zoom to make a public comment.

Starting January 10, 13 Community Centers in our city will be offering in-person dining and pick-up meals to older adults 60+. Seniors must present their yellow nutrition card to receive a meal. To obtain a yellow nutrition card, please contact your participating community center at the link below.

New virtual and in-person classes to keep your muscles active are starting this month.

Pickleball, Yoga, and line dancing are a few of the awesome classes to get your muscles moving. Check out the available classes and locations here.

My friends at San José Clean Energy can help you find resources to lower your bill and pay off debt. They can also help you find ways to save energy and make your home more energy-efficient.

Visit here for a list of resources or call 833-432-2454.

All San Jose residents deserve to stay warm during these winter evenings.

The City has two Overnight Warming Locations that are open nightly 8pm-7am.

Warm drinks, prepackaged meals, and pet kennels are offered at these warming locations until April 30.

You will need a referral to stay in these locations. Call 408-385-2400 for a referral or email outreach@homefirstscc.org

Parents and guardians should visit http://sccfreevax.org to sign up for an appointment or to find a convenient walk-in location.

Those who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine at least six months ago are eligible for their booster shot. View walk-in sites or book an appointment for your third dose here.

Visit here to find out if you qualify for a Covered California health plan.