I'd like to thank everyone who contributed to our PJs for the Holidays event! Your participation and generosity have given us the opportunity to give a large number of warm PJs to many less fortunate families in the Berryessa Union School District.
I believe it's important to remind ourselves that many residents in our district are still struggling. As a community we must recognize how fortunate we are and do what we can to help improve the quality of life for all our neighbors.
Looking for ways to help? Here are some ideas.
NBC Bay Area also has a list you might also want to take a look at. There are, of course, many other deserving organizations locally, nationally and globally and I hope that this holiday season, we can expand our reach and assist those in need.
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- CAROLS IN THE CALIFORNIA
- SHOP LOCAL SJ
- HOLIDAY TRAVEL & NEW TESTING REQUIRMENT
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2020 YEAR IN REVIEW TOWNHALL |
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Join me for a discussion on the past, present, and future of District 4. I'll be updating you on the things we've accomplished and the things we're continuing to work on.
I invite you join me with input, questions, and concerns.
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Register at the link below. Help me shape our District's priorities and let's work together to improve the quality of life for everyone.
I look forward to seeing you there!
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SYMPHONY SAN JOSE CHORALE presents "CAROLS IN THE CALIFORNIA” Saturday, Dec 14 in SAN JOSE
14th Annual Family Tradition Returns for One Night Only
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WHO: Symphony San Jose Chorale
WHAT: "Carols in the California"
WHEN: Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 7pm
WHERE: The California Theatre, 345 South First Street in downtown San Jose
WHY: A Family Holiday Tradition! The Symphony San Jose Chorale under the baton of Elena Sharkova presents the 14th Annual "Carols in the California", an exciting and festive program of holiday cheer. Come for a traditional sing-along of your favorite carols with choir and brass ensemble and prepare to be dazzled by performances of classical works by members of Symphony San Jose and the Symphony San Jose Chorale all in the warm glow of the beautifully restored California Theatre.
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Photo by: Robert Shomler
PRICES: $36 ($26 for attendees under 26 years old.)
Or visit the Box Office between 10am and 5pm, Monday through Friday at 325 South First Street in downtown San Jose, between San Carlos and San Salvador Streets just one-half block from the California Theatre. Easy, inexpensive parking just one block away at San Jose City Garage on San Carlos Street with entrances on 2nd and 3rd Streets.
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BUSINESS TAX EXEMPTION EXTENDED |
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The business tax financial hardship exemption is open to all businesses that meet qualifying criteria, submit an exemption application and are approved for an exemption.
Businesses and business owners are eligible for an exemption if:
- Their business tax renewal date is between Oct. 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
- For 2020, one of the following must apply:
- The business’s gross receipts were $25,520 or less.
- The business owner’s Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) was $51,040 or less.
- For 2021, one of the following must apply:
- The business’s anticipated gross receipts are $25,760 or less.
- The business owner’s Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is $51,520 or less.
Businesses may use their anticipated income for 2021 in their exemption application. If you receive an exemption based on anticipated income for 2021, you will need to present your 2021 federal and state tax returns the next time you renew your San José Business Tax, to verify the exemption. Businesses and business owners who have already received a Business Tax Exemption before Oct. 1, 2021 will need to reapply for an exemption.
APPLY ONLINE
If you need more information, including additional information on qualifications:
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We know many of our local businesses are struggling financially. As a community, we must continue to patronize our neighborhood businesses. To help support San José businesses we launched #ShopLocalSJ, a campaign to bring attention to our local shops, restaurants, bookstores, boutiques, and more. #SiliconValleyStrong launched a directory of local businesses and restaurants -- Sign up your favorite business or find one to support near you: siliconvalleystrong.org/shoplocal/
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SUNDAY IN THE PARK: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY |
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Sunday in the Park will now be an opportunity for your Council District to provide 3 parks that your Councilmember would like to see on our list for some sprucing up! The team will utilize this feedback to plan the next upcoming series we hold on Sundays. This is a great way to get the community involved and students can receive community service hours. This opportunity is also great for any groups or individuals that may be interested in spending some time in the park.
We would like to get the following input by Friday, December 10th.
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Volunteer next Sunday at:
Alum Rock Trail Crew
15350 Penitencia Creek Rd.
San José, CA 95127
Date & Time
December 11
8:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.
*40 volunteers max*
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HOLIDAY TRAVEL & NEW TESTING REQUIRMENT |
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Ahead of December holiday travel, in response to the new Omicron variant, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has issued a new travel mandate. The new CDC testing order requires all inbound international air travelers to test for COVID-19 within one day of departure to the United States.
Questions regarding the new federal requirement can be submitted directly to @AskTSA on Twitter and Facebook or by calling 866-289-9673 between the hours of 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. EST on weekdays or 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. on weekends/holidays.
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