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Congratulations PHHS Graduates!

Congratulations to all the remarkable District 4 students who are celebrating their well deserved graduation this year. You all started during difficult times but you made it through. It was truly an honor to witness the exceptional milestone of the Piedmont Hills High School Graduation ceremony this week. The future is bright for each and every one of you and I have no doubt that you will continue to achieve great things as you embark on this exciting new chapter. Keep reaching for the stars and never forget the incredible potential that lies within each of you. Cheers to the amazing journey ahead!

Mosquito Season Is Here

Mosquitoes thrive & reproduce in a variety of environments. They can lay their eggs in any places that have stagnant water. Look no further than your own backyard. If you are experiencing mosquito problems. Get more information and schedule your free mosquito inspection by clicking the button below:

D4 Youth Highlight • Kasey Cheung

By Akshandha Babu C.

San Jose is full of bright teens, each bringing a unique skillset to the table, transforming potential into progress. In the city where innovation meets inspiration, every small contribution means something great. Meet Kasey Cheung, a senior in Independence High School and an Incoming Freshman at UC Los Angeles. Throughout her high school years, she has contributed significantly to her community through various leadership roles and community-oriented services. She currently serves as the Vice-Chair of D4YAC and as a Mattel Youth Ambassador for UCLA’s children’s hospital. Cheung knows the value in supporting her community in any way possible. Reflecting on her high school journey, Cheung shares, “The experience that I hold dear to me is serving as president of the UNICEF Club at [my] High School.” Cheung’s club has organized numerous service events and benefit shows; with each new event, she has nurtured a profound love for her community. From gathering school supplies for international donation drives to volunteering at the Silicon Valley Pride festival, she has witnessed the power of youth and collective action. These experiences have filled her with pride and motivation to make a positive difference in her community and beyond. Helping the community not only allows one to connect with others, but allows them to grow as a person. Being a part of D4YAC, has provided Invaluable opportunities for personal-growth, which, to Cheung, “is the most rewarding aspect of this experience.” Connecting with like-minded, passionate youth committed to serving their community has been a transformative lesson. Whether it’s attending big events like the Youth Budget Summit or participating in smaller bi-weekly meetings focused on community initiatives, each experience has contributed to her development. Such experiences have instilled in her a “deep-rooted commitment to civic engagement and a desire to continue advocating for positive change,” states Cheung. In the future, she hopes to engage more youth by helping them step out of their comfort zone, especially in a big world where it seems like youth’s opinions don't matter. “It's easy to feel like a small voice in such a big world, but when we truly understand the significance and potential of each individual's contribution, we can truly achieve great things together” says Cheung. Cheung encourages youth to take small steps that align with their values as these small steps pave the way for substantial positive impact in the future. Cheung herself took that first step by joining her high school's UNICEF club during her freshman year; she now aspires to serve on the UNICEF National Council as an undergraduate in college. As they all say, “the hardest part of getting involved is just taking the first step!”

Alviso Baby Dragon Boat Fest

Calling Fun Lovers of All Ages!

It's the First Annual Alviso Baby Dragon Boat Festival!

Saturday June 1, 2024  Noon to 5pm at the historic South Bay Yacht Club, 1491 Hope Street, and the Alviso Marina.

ALL FREE!  Hosted by CPMentorship, the awesome 501(c)3 youth development nonprofit. CPMentorship hosts the July summer day camp at the yacht club.

Decorate a 'Baby Dragon Boat' (aka kayaks dressed up to look like dragons. Paddle down from the Alviso Marina to the South Bay Yacht Club then join us for arts & crafts, face painting, cultural exhibits.

Live nautical music courtesy of our very own Mordecai and Suska! Enjoy the luau including free food. Make your own Chinese zongzi. There's lots of street parking, admission, kayak rides, food, entertainment, it's all FREE! RSVP by tapping the button below:

Need Help With Your Water Bill?

Low Income Household Water Assistance Program.

The California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) is now enrolling water and wastewater systems in LIHWAP. LIHWAP is a customer-based program where qualified, low-income households can apply to their Local Service Provider (LSPs) to receive a one-time credit (up to $2,000) on their water or wastewater bill. Water or wastewater systems must enroll in LIHWAP direct payment agreements for their low-income customers to be able to participate. If you are a water or wastewater system, please take 2-3 minutes to submit an interest form. Once you complete the interest form, CSD’s direct payment coordinator, HORNE, will be in touch to complete the enrollment process. To learn more about the program, visit CSD’s LIHWAP webpage, LIHWAP for Consumers and watch the LIHWAP webinar on water and wastewater system enrollment.

For more information on how the CPUC can help you resolve issues, please see this Consumer Support page.

We're Electrifying Yard Work

Gas powered leaf blowers are a concern because of their effect on the environment and the loud noise they generate. As the state phases out the availability of new gas powered leaf blowers, San Jose is going to provide an incentive for landscape companies to upgrade to electric leaf blowers. I'm excited that I was able to add this incentive to San Jose Clean Energy's roadmap.

No Idea What to Pursue After High School?

Want to learn more about different careers, resume-building, and the college process? The “AIM (Advise, Inspire, Motivate): Pathways to Our Future” Conference, run by District 4 Youth Advisory Council, is open to ALL YOUTH and their families! On June 8th, 9:30AM to 1:30PMat Martin Luther King Library, we will be holding workshops centered around resume-building, college, and activism, alongside a career panel featuring speakers from five different sectors (Law, Medicine, Business, CS, Education). Additionally, we’re excited to host Assemblymember Alex Lee as our keynote speaker.

Attendees will enjoy networking opportunities, advice from seasoned leaders, and a chance to win Airpods if they attend! The best part is that organizations, families, and schools are invited. Students, teams, and families will have the experience to be immersed into the greatness of our San José community. Attendees must RSVP at tinyurl.com/D4YACAIM. 

Summer Learning + The SF Giants

Youth, ages 10-18, are invited to pre-register for the San José Public Library annual Summer Learning program for a chance to WIN a family 4-pack to see a San Francisco Giants game!

Pre-register between now and June 9! For details, click the button below:

Celebrating 80 Years of Fairgrounds Fun!

Santa Clara County Fair is celebrating their 80th Anniversary. The theme this year is, “Celebrating 80 years of Innovation: From the Fields to the Future.” The fair will take place from July 25th to 28th and August 1st to 4th.

• On Thursday, July 25th, a special ribbon-cutting ceremony will open the fair, followed by an honor for military veterans.
• Support the Jr Livestock Auction in the morning on August 3rd, followed by the Firefighters Chili Cook-Off, which benefits the Firefighter's burn unit.
• Special appearances by the Ninja Turtles on July 26 & Aug. 3 and Peppa the Pig on Aug. 4. 
• Día De Feria! Experience the best of Latino culture on July 28 and August 4 at the Santa Clara County Fair.
• Special Days:

1. Children 5 & Under are free throughout the events
2. Thurs.7/25: 12 and Under Free All Day
3. Fri. 7/26: Veterans Free All Day with ID 
4. Thurs. 8/1: Senior Day 62+ Free All Day with ID
5. Sat. 8/3: First Responders Free All Day

• For the run of The Fair, enjoy the Hop ‘N Vine Garden, featuring local wineries and breweries
• Music lovers can look forward to great music throughout the fair’s run.

Get Tickets HERE

Below are the complete event details:

Poster Contest: Attention Artists of all Abilities! For the first time, the fair’s commemorative poster contest is open to people with special needs and school-age youth. All participants will receive two tickets to the fair's opening day on July 25. The deadline to submit is May 15. For contest rules, visit http://bit.ly/3wit6nc. For more details and to enter, contact Shea DeArman at (408) 494-3103 or SDearman@thefair.org.

Exhibitors: Calling People of all Ages, Cultures, Interests, and Abilities! Artists, craftspeople, inventors, collectors, hobbyists, and everyone in between are invited to participate in the fair's Home Arts exhibit. The exhibit welcomes entries in various categories. The deadline to submit your entries is June 26, 2024. For more information and to enter, please visit https://thefair.org/exhibitors/.

July 27^th Parade: The fair is looking for entertaining, creative, and exciting entries to participate in the July 27th parade at 6 p.m. Equestrians, bands, floats, drill teams, dance teams, comical groups, military groups, and other unique, fun, and entertaining entries are invited to apply. Think outside the box! Click HERE to read the guidelines and apply to participate. 

About the Santa Clara County Fair: The Santa Clara County Fair is an annual event celebrating the county's culture, heritage, and traditions. It features agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, carnival rides, and more. The fair is produced by the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds Management Corporation, a nonprofit organization that supports the Fair and other community events. The Fair will be held at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds, 344 Tully Road, San Jose, CA 95111. For more information, visit the fair’s website at thefair.org.

VTA and San Jose Want To Hear From You

The City of San José Department of Transportation is conducting a survey to get your thoughts on traveling in and around North San José. What we learn will help us decide how to improve roads and paths for people who walk, bike, drive, and take transit. Participate in the survey to shape future travel in North San José! Submit your answers by Friday, May 31. Respond to the survey in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, or Chinese at bit.ly/connect-nsj.

BioBlitz • Become a Community Scientist

Along our creeks and in our parks live a huge variety of wildlife, from water bugs to birds, snakes to elk. We look for all of them at a BioBlitz. Essentially, we play Pokemon, but we seek out nature. iNaturalist, a mobile phone app, is the tool that we use to record our observations and share them with scientists. Also, on the iNaturalist website, you can search for and learn more about nature around the world.

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See what we've found in the South Bay, along with other events conducted by our partner BioBlitz.club.

San Jose Electric Homes

If you are a residential building owner in San José, you could be eligible for thousands of dollars in incentives. The City of San José is offering incentives to single-family and multifamily households in San José to electrify their homes. Incentives are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Electric Homes San José, a City of San José program utilizing BlocPower services, supports single-family and multifamily building-owners throughout San José seeking to complete all-electric upgrades on their building and supports electrification workforce development for local contractors. The program is currently funded to support 250 building electrification measures in San José, however, additional funding for future measures is anticipated. 

San José and BlocPower established a Community Advisory Board (CAB) comprised of roughly 15 representatives from Community-Based Organizations serving San José’s diverse communities. The CAB promotes community engagement and participation on the design and implementation of the program, including community outreach. 

This comprehensive electrification upgrade program is expected to include the following services:

• Identify and acquire existing resources and incentives to reduce or eliminate electrification upgrade costs,
• Help assess your specific upgrade needs and costs,
• Provide contractor resources to complete approved electrification upgrade projects, and
• Coordinate workforce development training for 50 local contractors
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Resources

• Electric Homes San José Overview
• Electric Homes San José Incentives
• English
• Spanish
• Vietnamese

Santos Family Car Show in Alviso

Save the date! The 18th annual Santos Family Car Show is a vibrant celebration of automotive history and community spirit, set to take place in Alviso on Saturday, August 31st. This event will showcase a stunning array of classic cars from across the state, offering attendees a delightful blend of delicious food, refreshing drinks, captivating entertainment, and wholesome family fun. Moreover, this gathering serves a noble purpose by supporting the Santa Visits Alviso Foundation, which provides scholarships to deserving local children, thereby fostering a brighter future for our youth. Join us in this joyous occasion as we come together to appreciate timeless automobiles and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our community's young talents.

Replay Rules & Open Government Meeting May 29, 2024

Litter Pick Up • Alviso

June Creek Clean Up

Free Junk Pick Up!

We could all use a little extra space around the house this time of year, if you've got junk and clutter in your garage or yard, take advantage of this great FREE service from the City of San José! Make an appointment to get rid of old appliances and furniture, mattresses, and more. It's easy, just fill out a short form online, move your stuff to the curb, and a truck will come and take it all away!

Nominate a District 4 Star!

Our annual District 4 Stars Gala is our way of honoring members of our community who've worked hard to make a positive impact in District 4. Small businesses, public servants, local leaders, and more. If you know someone you think is a Star in District 4, nominate them by clicking the button below.