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Hi Neighbors,
With Thanksgiving around the corner, we are once again at the beginning of the holiday season. During this time of year, we gather with our family and friends to reflect on all we are grateful to have in our lives. One thing I am grateful for is the community support we saw in helping make this year's San Jose Veteran's Day Parade possible and I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our veterans whose courage and sacrifice allow us to enjoy the freedoms we hold dear.
In the spirit of the holidays, I am excited to be hosting a variety of upcoming events. This is my favorite time of year and I welcome you to invite your family, friends, and neighbors to our holiday celebrations! You can stop by for a photo with Santa at the Evergreen Village Square, or enjoy our District 8 Night on the Jingle Bell Stage @ Christmas in the Park. Check out the flyers below for more details.
Additionally, you can join us in embracing the season of giving by donating to our Winter Coat Drive, in partnership with Mary Escobar, the Evergreen School District, and the San Jose Public Library. Find a drop-off location near you by clicking here.
Lastly, as you're shopping for the holidays, I encourage you to support our local businesses. Stop by one of the many District 8 businesses and help invest in our community by shopping locally!
Let's make this holiday season one filled with joy and cheer.
It is my pleasure and privilege to serve as your City Councilmember,
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Domingo Candelas
City of San José District 8
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Learn more about our community work and accomplishments in my past newsletters from February 2023 onward, which provide a wealth of information including updates on legislation, community events, and important issues like the City budget, public safety, homelessness and more. Newsletters will be shared on a bimonthly cadence starting in May 2024.
Please share this with your neighbors and let them know what's happening in my district. They can sign up by following this link.
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Sikh American Awareness and Appreciation Month
San Jose City Council Chambers
Tuesday, November 19th
The ceremonial item will be heard around 1:30PM. Please arrive by 1:15PM.
Parking will be validated, please use the parking entrance on 6th street.
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Santa at the Square
Evergreen Village Square @ 5:00PM
Friday, December 13th
Bring your family and friends for an evening of fun activities, including a photo opportunity with Santa!
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Warm for Winter Coat Drive
Donations will be accepted starting November 21st until December 12th!
Click here to see where you can drop off your donation.
The season of giving is upon us; donate new or gently used winter coats to help someone in need!
Last year, we collected 2,200 coats, sweaters, and jackets! Help us break that record by donating at a drop-off location near you!
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District 8 Night on the Jingle Bell Stage @ Christmas in the Park
Plaza de Cesar Chavez @ 6:00PM
Friday, December 6th
Cheer on our local students during their performance on the Jingle Bell Stage at Christmas in the Park!
Don't forget to stop by our District 8 Christmas tree in the Enchanted Forest!
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Councilmember Candelas at the Farmers' Market
Evergreen Village Square
Stop by and share your thoughts and questions with me at the Farmer's Market. Part of empowering our families and creating stronger neighborhoods is addressing your concerns and connecting you with the available resources!
No appointments are needed.
Every 3rd Sunday of the Month from 10AM - Noon
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Family Fall Festival
The Family Fall Festival brought together hundreds of our families and neighbors!
With a trick-or-treat resource fair, pumpkin patch, face painter, bouncy houses, and Zumba, there was plenty of fun to go around!
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Diwali
Diwali, the festival of lights, symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and the celebration of positive energy.
I was proud to recognize Diwali during the October 29th City Council meeting. Thank you to the Evergreen Community Center and the Sikh Gurdwara for inviting me to their Diwali celebrations; I am honored to be a part of such a diverse community!
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Tom Matsumoto Elementary Trunk or Treat
The Tom Matsumoto Elementary School Trunk or Treat was a special example of how our community always comes together to celebrate holidays!
Thank you to everyone who took the time and effort to decorate their trunks, I loved seeing everyone's creativity!
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Public Safety Improvements for the Tully Rd. Business Corridor
I am happy to share that the Tully Road-Eastridge Business Association (TREBA) received funding for public safety improvements and with that funding, they purchased mobile trailer cameras that will aid in crime prevention efforts and serve as a tool for evidence collection.
This is only the beginning as we work towards ensuring the security and well-being of our small business community.
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City Hall Update
San José Innovative Project Pathway Program
On November 5th, the City Council unanimously approved the creation of the Pathway Program, a new initiative that I spearheaded in collaboration Mayor Mahan and my fellow Councilmembers. The program aims to streamline the approval process of development projects that deliver exceptional benefits to the City of San José.
Pathway Program should allow for the approval of projects advancing San José’s most pressing goals: Climate and economic resilience, attracting businesses, and producing more homes. In today’s competitive economic climate, this approach helps San José position itself as a leader in urban innovation and fiscal health.
Speed Safety Pilot Program
San José is one of six California cities recently authorized under specific requirements outlined in California Assembly Bill 645 to establish and operate a Speed Safety System Pilot Program.
The introduction of speed cameras through the pilot program will play a crucial role in addressing traffic safety issues by automatically detecting and issuing citations for speeding vehicles, thereby promoting safer driving behaviors and protecting the lives of all who use City roadways.
The final selection of the 33 speed safety system locations will aim for a balanced distribution across the City’s socioeconomically diverse communities while prioritizing areas with high rates of fatal and severe injury crashes related to speeding.
Tully Road-Eastridge Business Improvement District
On November 5th, City Council unanimously approved the ordinance establishing the Tully Road-Eastridge Business Improvement District (TREBID).
A Business Improvement District allows for the creation of a special assessment district where business owners can organize to raise funds within their designated geographic boundaries for the exclusive purpose of improving the business district. Eligible use of funds include investment in public safety, cleanliness, marketing, and urban design among other quality-of-life improvements for customers and businesses.
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Explore San José this holiday season and shop local!
Find your next holiday adventure with the City of San José’s shop local page highlighting one-of-a kind places to shop, dine and celebrate.
Check out the shop local guide here!
Holiday San José highlights more than 300 San José small businesses and cultural experiences in 12 shopping districts, including Tully Road, where residents and visitors can shop, dine, and celebrate with friends and family this holiday season.
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Art Classes at the Evergreen Village Square
Interested in channeling your inner artist?
Visit the VE Art Studio or click here to learn more about their class offerings!
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The Art of Living is hosting a series of 75 minute workshops to get the chance to pause, take a breath and clear your mind with the help of a calming breathing technique and a guided meditation.
More info available here!
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Dedication and Naming Ceremony of the City Hall Rotunda
Join us on Tuesday, November 19th for the dedication and naming ceremony of the City Hall rotunda after former mayor Janet Gray Hayes.
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Government Job Fair
This event will be a great opportunity to explore how you can transform your passions into a rewarding career with the State of California.
With a range of state departments and agencies in attendance, you'll have access to a wide range of career pathways. The Work for California team will be on-site to provide personalized assistance, guiding job seekers on the application process.
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Strive to Thrive: Exploring Careers in Healthcare
This event introduces students to career paths they may not know exist. Attendees will hear from professionals in health care, participate in interactive workshops, and discover the roles of respiratory therapists, patient care technicians, surgery techs, and imaging specialists. This is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in healthcare and allied fields.
To register, email partiusa@gmail.com
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25th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Stop The Violence Celebration
This two-day celebration honors Dr. King’s legacy and promotes peace, cultural appreciation, and community togetherness. PARTI is seeking enthusiastic student performers, workshop leaders, volunteers, and cultural dancers to represent their schools and showcase their talents and leadership.
For more details or to confirm student participation, please feel free to reach out to partiusa@gmail.com.
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Computer & Digital Skills Classes and 1:1 Support
Build your digital skills by attending in-person or virtual classes in multiple languages offered by the San Jose Public Library!
For in-person class times, Click here!
Interested in virtual classes? Click here!
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Do you need health insurance enrollment assistance?
Our community partner, Latinas Contra Cancer, is ready, willing, and happy to help anyone in the community who needs health insurance, ONE on ONE.
They help evaluate eligibitlity for Covered California and Medi-Cal. They navigate the system and help from beginning to end with each application, in any language.
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¿Necesita asistencia para la inscripción de seguro médico?
Nuestro socio comunitario, Latinas Contra Cáncer, está listo, dispuesto y feliz de ayudar a cualquier persona en la comunidad que necesite seguro médico
Ayudan a evaluar la elegibilidad para Covered California y Medi-Cal. Navegan por el sistema y ayudan de principio a fin con cada aplicación, en cualquier idioma.
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CalKIDS is a program from the State of California that funds up to $1,500 in free money for newborns and eligible low-income public school students to save for college and career training.
Visit here to learn more!
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CalKIDS es un programa del Estado de California que financia hasta $1,500 en dinero gratis para niños recién nacidos o estudiantes elegibles de escuelas públicas de bajos ingresos para ahorrar para la universidad y la capacitación profesional.
¡Visita aquí para aprender más!
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To learn more about free legal services through the Elevate Community Center, click here! | | | | |
