PLUMED PERPS APPREHENDED AFTER MONTH-LONG PURSUIT
We are pleased to announce that the second of a pair of escaped fugitives who caused the residents of a District 4 neighborhood distress and sleepless nights have been captured.
The residents of this quiet Berryessa neighborhood dreaded evening as they knew that the two characters who had flown the coop were on the loose, and that attempting to get a good night’s sleep would be futile. Residents would inevitably hear ear-shattering screeching and wailing caused by the alleged culprits at all hours of the night.
The District 4 Council Office was alerted in mid-March that there were a pair of fugitives nesting in the area of Mich Bluff Drive, just east of Flickinger Road. District 4 staff promptly contacted the proper authorities and swiftly got to work devising a plan to capture the two miscreants. It was obvious from early on that this chicken and egg problem wouldn’t be easy to solve.
The pair managed to allude authorities for several months. They were extremely elusive, smart, agile, staying out of sight during the day. Authorities suspected they hid in places where they could keep a bird’s eye view on the neighborhood.
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“If it’s not the chicken, it’s the feathers,” one District 4 staffer said.
Authorities continued to work on various plans to catch the fugitives, setting traps with tasty snacks in the hopes that hunger would drive the pair to capture. Not wanting to put all their eggs in one basket Animal Care & Services worked on a number of other potential solutions knowing it would only be a matter of time before the chickens would come home to roost.
They worked with the neighbor who had initially invited the culprits to their home without realizing the mischief that would ensue. At one point, authorities came within a few feet of catching one of the fugitives but he proved to be more wily than expected.
After two months of fail attempts, authorities apprehended one of the offenders, but the second, who most assume was the brains of the operation, was still on the loose. There was a clear pecking order and first bird captured was obviously not the one in charge.
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The residents of the neighborhood continued to alert the District 4 office of the distress the lone bandit was causing them each evening, and the authorities continued their pursuit. Early on the morning of June 4, Sgt. Jaysen Jenkins of Animal Control went out to the neighborhood and found the perpetrator, a large gray and white rooster with a glorious, large ruby crown, sleeping on the ground next to one of the traps they had set earlier. Sgt. Jenkins called a colleague from animal control and they were able to apprehend the troublesome bird.
While an errant rooster may not seem like such a big deal, these creatures are known to crow loudly in the predawn hours. The crowing is disruptive to neighborhoods and can cause residents to lose sleep – in this case for months -- so we applaud the efforts of animal control, especially Sgt. Jenkins and Animal Services Operations Supervisor Mallory Kinsman.
We'd like to extend our thanks to the amazing staff over at Animal Care & Services. They demonstrate as much duty and diligence to our residents as they do to the animals in our communities.
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SAN JOSÉ STEPPING UP ENFORCEMENT OF ILLEGAL FIREWORKS
We have received a lot of communication from residents regarding the rapid increase in incidents involving fireworks across District 4. As you know, all types of fireworks are illegal to use, purchase or store in the City of San José and in most of Santa Clara County. In 2020, the San José City Council increased the fines of violating this ordinance as follows,:
- First Violation ($1000)
- Second Violation within 18 months of the first ($2,000)
- Third Violation within 18 months of the previous ($3,000)
- Sale of fireworks may result in a fine of up to $50,000 plus jail time, depending on quantity.
Additionally, last month the City Council updated the Social Host Ordinance to expand liability to the person who has hosted a gathering in which fireworks are used. The host and property owner can be cited for fireworks violations and will be held financially liable for all associated emergency response costs for illegal fireworks.
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So, what should you do when fireworks are being set off near you?
Use the online reporting tool. While officers are not likely to be immediately dispatched, there is follow-up on these cases to issue fines. To ensure follow-up can occur please include:
- Photo/video evidence showing use or possession of fireworks on the property
- The exact address where the incident occurred
- Your contact information (“Reporting Party” contact information on the form)
If there is an active life-threatening emergency such as a fire, call 911 immediately.
If you have unused fireworks in your possession and would like to surrender them, you may drop them off at any San José fire station.
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MAKE MUSIC SAN JOSÉ RETURNS JUNE 21 ONLINE AND IN-PERSON |
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Open to all, Make Music San José is an annual community-curated celebration of music on June 21. We join over 1,000 cities worldwide on the summer solstice in celebrating Make Music Day. As we return to a new normal this year, we look forward to showcasing the cultural life of San José. Events for Make Music San José 2021 will be a mix of online and in-person programming and we invite you to join us.
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FREE EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRAINING |
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Preparing For Medical Emergencies - Online Course: Learn how to recognize medical emergencies and when to call 9-1-1. Learn how to report emergencies and what to do before help arrives. Be prepared with completed medical documents and explore resources that can assist caregivers
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REDISTRICTING 2020: COMMUNITIES OF INTEREST SURVEY
Every ten years, U.S. Census data is used to redraw City of San José City Council district boundaries. This ensures the districts are balanced for changes in population. The City Council wants to hear from you on how these boundaries should be drawn.
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Complete the form found on our website to tell the Commission about your community of interest – keeping communities of interest together is a high-ranking criteria in the redistricting process.
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CRITICAL VOLUNTEER SHORTAGE AT SECOND HARVEST IN NORTH SAN JOSE
Volunteers are desperately at the Second Harvest's North San Jose warehouse in June! Join them to sort food that will immediately go out to neighbors across Silicon Valley. The most critical needs are weekday mornings and afternoons. Sign up today and encourage a friend to join you!
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FREE ACTIVE ADULT MEMBERSHIP THROUGH PARKS AND REC
Get your FREE Active Adult Membership today! Connect with active adults (50+) and learn about programs and resources available to you. Sign up at the registration site here.
Share this information with your friends, family and loved ones!
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COUNTYWIDE LOCAL RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM |
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Our local rent assistance program, known as the Homelessness Prevention System - COVID-19 Response, is now accepting applications from members of the public. This program was created to complement the statewide CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program and ensure that we have local resources available to meet the unique needs of our lowest-income and most vulnerable residents.
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REDUCE YOUR ENERGY COSTS AND CARBON FOOTPRINT
San José Clean Energy (SJCE)’s TotalGreen customers reduce our community’s greenhouse gas emissions by powering their homes and businesses with 100% renewable energy. Lower emissions mean cleaner air and improved health benefits for our families, including fewer incidences of asthma symptoms and other respiratory illnesses.
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Join your neighbors who are already receiving 100% renewable energy for about $4 more per month than GreenSource, SJCE’s default product.
Upgrading to TotalGreen is easy. With your PG&E account number, last name or business name, and service location zip code, you can sign up in less than 5 minutes:
2. By calling our Customer Service team at 833-432-2454
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FREE VACCINATION CLINICS
EVERY TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY
La Plaza is home to Gardner Health Services’ walk-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic for individuals 18 and over. Vaccinations are administered every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. for folks to return at a later time.
First come, first serve.
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