I don't know about you, but for me, the summer has seemed to fly by. Before we know it, our kids will be back in school.
It is with a heavy heart that I have to report to you that I have decided to cancel the 9th Annual District 1 Festival in the Park. I want to thank the District 1 Leadership Group for their planning efforts and willingness to help with this year's festival. I was looking forward to celebrating with them and with all of the District 1 residents that have made the festival a hallmark District 1 community event. Unfortunately, our City's continued budget deficits coupled with sobering news from Sacramento has given us little to celebrate this year and we must face the fact that we'll need to further tighten our belts. For more information please read, Budget Woes Prompt Cancellation of Festival in the Park. I have been very clear that I believe the City of San José must concentrate on providing essential City services in difficult economic times. The festival is a great event, but the fact of the matter is that it is not an essential city service and we must all sacrifice a little to get through this continuing budget crisis.
I have also continually emphasized the importance of civic engagement -- now more than ever we must be able rely on residents stepping up and participating in their communities. A new way for residents to do just that is in the fight against graffiti. Click here to learn how you can help reduce graffiti in your neighborhoods.
The Calabazas Branch Library will be closing for renovations on August 15. The Library will be hosting closing day festivities from 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be plenty of music, story times and activities for children. During this closure, I encourage library patrons to visit the nearby West Valley Branch Library. I know that this may be inconvenient for residents living near the Calabazas Library, but when the new library is unveiled in early 2011, I think that you'll find it worth the wait.
The former Century 25 dome movie theater at the corner of Prospect Rd. and Saratoga Ave. is taking on a new life. "The Retro Dome" will become San José's newest performing arts venue and will feature retro films, musical theater, live music and comedy. Groups will also be able to rent the dome for private parties. The grand opening of the Retro Dome will be on Friday, September 4, and will feature an opening night performance of "Schoolhouse Rock Live!" I, as well as my staff, have the honor of being guest performers during this inaugural performance, so if you want a good laugh, I invite you to attend this show. For more information on the Retro Dome and upcoming events or to purchase tickets, visit: www.TheRetroDome.com.
Tomorrow, August 4, is National Night Out 2009. Communities across the country will be hosting events in observance of this special evening and here in District 1, many great events have been planned by our neighborhood associations. To learn more about National Night Out and find out what will be happening throughout the district, click here. I will try to stop by as many events in the district as I can tomorrow night and hope to see you. I encourage you to turn on your porch lights, come outside and spend an evening getting to know your neighbors.
Your Neighbor,
P.S. If I don't see you tomorrow night, please feel free to come to my community office hours. I will be at the West Valley Library on Wednesday, August 5, from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., and at Immanuel Presbyterian Church on Thursday, August 20, from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2009 |
Budget Woes Prompt Cancellation of 9th Annual Festival in the Park You have no doubt seen the news coverage of the prolonged State budget saga and that the legislature's "solution" is to once again balance the State budget on the backs of local governments. The State is likely to take $20 million from the City of San José and $62 million from the Redevelopment Agency this year alone. This raid on City funds comes as we have just closed an $84.2 million budget deficit for this fiscal year (FY09-10) by cutting spending through salary freezes, layoffs and service reductions. The economy is still in crisis with no sign of a short-term recovery and the projected City budget deficit for next year is close to $100 million. |
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National Night Out is intended to heighten crime and drug awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit and community partnerships with police; and send a strong message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. |
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| 5th Annual West Valley Talent Show Wednesday, August 5, 2009 1:00 p.m. West Valley Branch Library - 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San José West Valley's got talent! Come celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Celebration by watching or even joining the show. Pre-registration is required for performers, but all are invited to watch! For more information, please call the library at (408) 244-4766. |
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| Office Hours Wednesday, August 5, 2009 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. West Valley Branch Library - 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San José Join the Councilmember to share your thoughts or ask questions - no appointment necessary! For further information, please call the District 1 Office at (408) 535-4901. |
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Game On! Teen Gaming Party & Tournament |
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Flea Market Fundraiser |
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Saturday Afternoon @ The Movies |
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Take Flight for the Kids |
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Friends of the Library Book Sale |
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| Public Scoping Meetings for the Envision San José 2040
General Plan Environmental Impact Report Wednesday, August 12, 2009 2:30 p..m. San José City Hall - Tower 32l, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, San José Or Wednesday, August 19, 2009 6:30 p.m. San José City Hall - Council Chambers, 200 E. Santa Clara Street, San José The Envision San José 2040 process is a comprehensive update to the City's current San José 2020 General Plan. The update will address a whole host of issues and topics including: strategies to create a balanced mix of jobs and housing, strategies to address global warming and conserve natural resources, village strategies that create complete mixed-use communities, fiscally sustainable public service delivery goals, and complete streets designed for all transportation modes, including bicycles and pedestrians. Click here for more information. |
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Closing Day Celebration |
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Final Winchester Boulevard Master Plan |
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| UCCE Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County - Fitting Edibles into the Garden Wednesday, August 19, 2009 7:00 p.m. West Valley Branch Library - 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San José Every garden has space for edible plants, and some may surprise you! UC Master Gardeners will show you how edibles can fit into the nooks & crannies of your urban garden. The presentation will include photos from local gardens. For more information, please call the library at (408) 244-4766. |
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| Office Hours Thursday, August 20, 2009 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Cypress Senior Center at Immanuel Presbyterian Church - 3675 Payne Avenue, San José Join the Councilmember to share your thoughts or ask questions - no appointment necessary! For further information, please call the District 1 Office at (408) 535-4901. |
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| Stevens Creek Neighborhood Association Donation Day and Blood Drive Saturday, August 22, 2009 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m. Vacant Buick Dealership - 4201 Stevens Creek Boulevard, San José The Stevens Creek Neighborhood Association invites you to participate in their first Donation Day and Blood Drive event. This will be held on Saturday, August 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 4201 Stevens Creek Blvd. The drop-off site is at the vacant Buick dealership on the corner of Kiely and Stevens Creek. For more information, please click here to view the flyer or visit www.stevenscreekna.com. |
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Green Living Lecture with ecoProach |
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| Healthy Choices Made Easy with Dr. Tran Saturday, August 29, 2009 12:00 p.m. West Valley Branch Library - 1243 San Tomas Aquino Road, San José Dr. Yen Tran, MD will show you how to make healthier choices for your family and discuss ways to prevent serious diseases like diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. For more information, please call the library at (408) 244-4766. |
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Calabazas Library Closure
To ensure that you receive the items you have requested, the pickup location for your pending holds must be changed. All pending requests with a pickup location of the Calabazas Branch will be cancelled when the library closes. For more information, call the Calabazas Branch at (408) 996-1536. |
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City of San Jose Boards and Commissions Vacancies
To take advantage of this unique opportunity, please call the Office of the City Clerk at (408) 535-1272. Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m., Friday, August 28, 2009. Applications will remain active and on file for one year from the date received. |
PETE IN THE NEWS
August 2, 2009
San Jose Mercury News, State budget deal may force San Jose to cut $100 million
"It's going to be very difficult," Councilman Pete Constant said. "The City Council is really going to have to come together and talk about where and how we should be spending our money. And I don't think we've been having that kind of real, honest, genuine discussion."
June 30, 2009
San Jose Mercury News, Political fun at San Jose Stage Company fundraiser
San Jose Councilman Pete Constant good-naturedly lampooned his anti-porn stance for a second straight year. No ball-gag this time, but he did get a few lashes from a dominatrix's whip.... Courage wasn't lacking from Team San Jose CEO Dan Fenton and Jim Cogan, Constant's chief of staff. The pair gyrated in skintight leotards in an unforgettable dance skit.
June 28, 2009
South Winchester News, Green Cup Yogurt hold Grand Opening
San Jose mayor Chuck Reed was on hand as well as Councilmember Pete Constant for the ribbon cutting ceremony.
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Councilmember Pete Constant
District 1, City of San José
200 East Santa Clara Street,
18th Floor
San José, CA 95113
Telephone: (408) 535-4901
Fax: (408) 292-6448
Pete.Constant@sanjoseca.gov
www.sjdistrict1.com
Inside this Issue:
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Pete's Message
Helpful Links for D1 Residents:
Service Providers for D1 Residents:
277-4528 |
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535-3850 |
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535-3570 |
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Cypress Senior Center |
244-1353 |
Moreland West Community Center |
871-3821 |
Starbird Teen Center |
984-1954 |
West San José Community & Policing Center |
249-6580 |
277-8900 |
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Calabazas Branch Library |
996-1536 |
West Valley Branch Library |
244-4766 |
554-6391 |
Connecting to your government:
Important Phone Numbers:
City Hall Call Center |
535-3500 |
277-5305 |
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277-3208 |
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578-7297 |
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277-2762 |
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535-3555 |
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Bulky Item Pickup |
535-5300 |
Cable TV Complaints |
535-3500 |
277-4528 |
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Crime Prevention— Neighborhood Watch |
277-4133 |
Dead Animal Collection |
578-7297 |
535-3850 |
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277-3700 |
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Emergency Services |
277-4595 |
535-3515 |
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Green Team |
283-8500 |
299-7300 |
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998-5200 |
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723-4114 |
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99-TREES |
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Parks Concerns |
793-5510 |
Police Information |
277-2211 |
975-4480 |
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277-4444 |
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279-7900 |
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Senior Programs |
277-4561 |
277-3158 |
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296-8290 |
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Street Light Repair |
277-5517 |
277-4373 |
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535-5300 |
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277-4341 |
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792-5010 |
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535-3500 |
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Youth Services |
535-3570 |
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