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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 2018 Saratoga SourceJoin the City of Saratoga for the 2018 State of the City event on Saturday, April 28 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Civic Theater, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue. Don’t miss Mayor Mary-Lynne Bernald’s State of the City Address, which will celebrate Saratoga’s recent accomplishments, discuss upcoming City activities, and provide updates on ongoing and new projects. During the event, the residents and organizations that make Saratoga a special community will also be recognized. The Citizen of the Year, Business Person of the Year, Community Organization of the Year, Firefighter of the Year, and Officer of the Year will be recognized for their impact on our City. After the Mayor’s Address, join us in the City Hall courtyard for an ice cream social! Enjoy delicious treats, wine, and other refreshments while exploring a resource fair featuring agencies and organizations that serve the Saratoga community. For more information, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/StateoftheCity April 2018 Connect with the City of Saratoga onCITY o f S ARATO GA CALIFO R N IA1956 Coming Up Living Room Conversations April 24, 2018 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Joan Pisani Community Center 408.868.1216 Arbor Day April 25, 2018 3:30 p.m. Saratoga Foothill Club www.saratoga.ca.us/arborday Star Wars Movie Night May 4, 2018 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Joan Pisani Community Center 408.868.1249 Deputy Lauren Romero grew up in the Central Valley of California. She then moved to the Bay Area where she attended Menlo College. During her time in school, Deputy Romero was a student-athlete who studied liberal arts and psychology while playing soccer. After graduating college, Deputy Romero worked as a counselor for foster children. This work experience led her to exploring a career in law enforcement. Deputy Romero has now worked for the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office for 3 years, and she is currently assigned to patrol in the City of Saratoga. She enjoys working in Saratoga because it is a diverse City with residents who are very supportive of the Sheriff’s Office and its work in the community. On her days off, Deputy Romero enjoys hiking and spending time with her niece and nephew. Meet Deputy Lauren Romero 2018 State of the City SOURCESaratoga Weed and Brush Abatement Programs In Saratoga, the Weed Abatement Program and the Brush Abatement Program help prevent wildfire by reducing the amount of flammable vegetation and debris. If you received a Weed Abatement notice, the deadline to meet program requirements is April 15, and properties on the list will be inspected after that date. For more, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/weed_brush Saratoga Safety Fair Save the date for the Saratoga Safety Fair on May 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at West Valley College. Get safety and crime prevention tips, meet safety professionals from the Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department, and check out safety-related products and services at the resource fair. View more information and the sponsorship application at www.saratoga.ca.us/safetyfair Spring/Summer Activity Guide The Spring/Summer Activity Guide is available now! Check out the Saratoga Recreation Department’s upcoming programs, including classes, camps, and trips. There are exciting opportunities for all ages. View the full Activity Guide and register for trips, camps, and classes online at www.saratoga.ca.us/activityguide Q: What can I do to prepare for an emergency? A: You can prepare to help your family, friends, and neighbors during a disaster by joining the Saratoga Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). CERT is a very important part of the City’s disaster response strategy. The Santa Clara County Fire Department offers CERT academies that teach volunteers how to provide essential services to the community during and after a disaster. The next CERT training academy begins in Saratoga on May 8. The academy consists of six evening sessions and a final skills exercise. If you’re unable to attend this training, future academies will be held in multiple cities throughout the year. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/2gxf07l Another way to prepare is to download Santa Clara County’s emergency preparation mobile phone application, ReadySCC. It helps you create an emergency plan, put together a preparedness kit, and learn what to do and where to go during a disaster. Make sure you’re also registered for AlertSCC, the County’s emergency notification system. You can receive emergency alerts on your cell phone, landline, or email. To access these tools, visit www.sccgov.org/oes Are you not a member of Nextdoor, or did you miss a post last month? Read about the recent trending topics right here! Sign up to receive updates from the City of Saratoga, other agencies, and your neighbors at www.nextdoor.com Quick Tip from Captain Rich Sharing too much information about your location while on vacation can endanger the security of your home. Check your privacy settings on social media, be cautious about where you check in, and wait to share your favorite photos or stories until you return home. Keep track of crime in your area. Visit www.crimereports.com Be notified when emergencies happen in your area. Sign up at www.sccgov.org/sites/alertscc Nextdoor Digest To learn more about the City’s monthly newsletter, make comments, suggest story ideas, or just ask a question, contact Lauren Pettipiece at lpettipiece@saratoga.ca.us or 408.868.1275. You can also find the Saratoga Source online and sign up for email alerts at www.saratoga.ca.us/SaratogaSourceCITY o f S ARATO G A CALIFO R N IA1956 For information on Neighborhood Watch and tips on staying safe, visit www.saratoga.ca.us/ stayingsafeAsk Our Staff featuring Michael Taylor Have a question? Send your question(s) to lpettipiece@saratoga.ca.us or call 408.868.1275 April 2018 Captain Rich Urena oversees the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office West Valley Division. Michael Taylor is the City of Saratoga’s Recreation & Facilities Department Director and Risk Manager. He oversees the City’s recreation programs, facility rentals, building maintenance, risk management, emergency preparedness and the CERT program. Michael is always eager to talk about safety and emergency management.