FEATURED ITEM: Sunday June 1 – 74th Annual Posy Parade along San Mateo Avenue ending in City Park.
Presented by the San Bruno Lions Club
Parade Divisions:
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Division 1 – Sports – All sports teams – please limit to 3 walking adults
Division 2 – Carriages – Doll or baby carriages pushed by one contestant only
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Division 3 – Small Floats or Wagon/Carts – pushed or pulled by the contenstant(s) – float size not to exceed 3 feet by 5 feet
Division 4 – Animals – All live pets: dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, fish, etc. Pulled on cart or walking
Division 5 – Bikes – All bicycles, tricycles, scooters or any peddle driven entry – Must be decorated with flowers.
Division 6 – Walkers – Individual entries only in costume, unique or different. Walking entries only
Division 7 – Family & Neighborhood Groups – This division is for unique and different ideas. For groups entering a float larger than 3 feet by 5 feet, float must be pulled by adults.
Division 8 – Children’s Organizations. All entries by schools, groups, and clubs. May be pulled by adults.
Division 9 – Adult Organizations – Business Group or Adult Clubs with participants 14 years of age or under. May be pulled by adults.
Parade Rules
1. All Children 14 years of age and under may participate in the parade
2. Parade entries are not limited to San Bruno residents. All children are welcome to participate. No sign-ups are necessary; just show up.
3. Flowers (real or artificial) must dominate the decoration of each entry. Entries without floral decoration will not be considered for awards.
4. Automobile or other motorized vehicles including battery-operated cars will not be allowed in the parade.
5. The parade will form on the streets adjacent to KAIN AVENUE. All entries must be in line by 12:30 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR JUDGING.
Judging
Originality, Use of Theme, Workmanship, Amount and Size of Flowers
Prizes for the winning entries will be awarded at San Bruno City Park following the parade. There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies in each division. 50 Honorable Mention trophies will also be awarded. A Special and Junior Sweepstakes Trophy will be presented to the top two float entries.
POSY PARADE PRINCESS
To participate in the drawing for the Posy Parade Princess, send the following info to:
Posy Parade Princess
c/o San Bruno Lions
575 San Mateo Avenue
San Bruno CA 94066
All children who participate in the parade will receive a ticket for a FREE hot dog, snack, and drink courtesy of the San Bruno Lions Club.
Refreshments will be available to purchase for the rest of the family members and friends.
Special Thanks to:
Recology San Bruno – Waste Zero
City of San Bruno
The Daily Journal
The Shops at Tanforan
The San Bruno Chamber of Commerce
Posy Parade Info:
Harry Costa 650 – 871 – 9425
Saturday June 7 – 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. - Pooches and Packs Day –
Prudential California Realty - 180 El Camino Real – 650 – 589 – 1000
Invites you to participate in their BACKPACK DRIVE
They will be collecting NEW Backpacks and School Supplies for CASA of San Mateo (Court Appointed Special Advocates), which partners caring adults with children who have come under the court’s protection.
Visit CASA’s website at
NO RED or BLUE Color Backpacks
NO Scissors – NO Sharpie Markers
ALSO
They will be partnering with Rocket Dog Rescue (Leave No Dogs Behind) and there will be Dog Adoptions on the spot.
There will be a Puppy Parade at 12:30 p.m.
Complimentary BBQ
Questions: 650-589-1000
Saturday June 7 - Citibank and Shred-It are partnering to provide free
paper shredding.
Learn about other ways to eliminate paper by speaking with a Citibank representative today.
The event will be held on: Saturday
Date: June 7th 2014
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: 475 San Mateo Avenue – Parking Lot
Info: Branch manager Robert Manley – 650-589-7339
Q. What can be shredded?
A. You are welcome to bring up to three copy boxes of paper for shredding. Please remember to take paperwork out of binders, and no newspapers will be accepted.
Q. Can I watch my documents be shredded?
A. Yes. You may watch as your documents are shredded into tiny bits.
Q. How does shredding my documents help the environment?
A. All the paper shredded will be recycled. For every ton of paper recycled, we save 7,000 gallons of water, 21-31 trees, 4,000 KWh of electricity, and help prevent 60 pounds of airborne pollutants from being expelled.
Saturday June 14 11:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Informational Programs: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm at the Recreation Center
- Music and Entertainment: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the main stage San Mateo County Hosts 2nd Annual Pride Celebration “Bridging Communities”
WHO: The San Mateo County PRIDE Initiative is led by San Mateo County Health System’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Office of Diversity and Equity, and its major sponsors, including North County Prevention Partnership, Our Family Coalition, Peninsula Metropolitan Community Church, Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) San Jose/Peninsula, Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties and StarVista.
WHAT: The PRIDE Initiative invites everyone to the 2nd annual San Mateo County Pride Celebration. Attendees will enjoy a fun-filled day of live music, entertainment and informational programs on topics including youth advocacy in schools, coming out, and expressions of spirituality and support groups tailored to the LGBTQQI2S (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex and 2 spirit) community.
“It’s important for the community to know that we are here for everyone” said Susan Takalo, Pride Initiative Co-chair. “Our Pride event is a great way to show the diversity of the County and its inclusiveness, and to showcase the comprehensive health and wellness services available in San Mateo County.”
This is a free event everyone is welcome.
For More information: www.facebook.com/SMCPrideEvent
Please note, this is not a City of San Mateo-sponsored event.
WHERE: San Mateo Central Park, 50 East 5th Ave, San Mateo, CA
WHEN: June 14, 2014: 11:30 am – 6:00 pm
- Informational Programs: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm at the Recreation Center
- Music and Entertainment: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the main stage
FUTURE EVENT: At the San Bruno City Council meeting May 27th the fire and police departments again reported on the steps they will be taking before, on the 4th of July, and after to assure that only Safe & Sane fireworks are used and that they are used only in a SAFE manner here in San Bruno.
The Police Department will be contacting residents with whom they have had reports in previous years of suspected illegal use of fireworks in the weeks and days before July 4th to remind them of the possible legal actions that they could face should they get caught with and or using illegal fireworks.
Residents can call the San Bruno Police department NOW to give them any address the resident felt was using illegal fireworks last year so the SBPD can consider contacting that resident.
CALL 650 - 616 - 7100
FUTURE EVENT: - Centennial Tree Project – Free Street Trees
The City of San Bruno, as part of the year-long Centennial celebration, is trying to plant 100 new Street Trees with the help of residents. The trees will be provided to you free and maintained by the City of San Bruno. You will be notified of the date of planting. You will be given a Centennial Certificate stating your participation in the project and which number of the 100 trees is yours. Limit one tree per house and tree location must not interfere with underground utilities.
If you are interested or want more information, please call City Council Member Irene O’Connell at 650-589-9985 or E=Mail her at iconnell@ci.sanbruno.ca.us by June 30, 2014.
Future Event: Tuesday, August 5th - Free Compost Workshops
Learn how to turn your kitchen food scraps and yard trimmings into a rich soil amendment that will help your garden thrive. Compost Workshops are held at the San Bruno Recreation Center in San Bruno City Park.
Workshops are free. Reservations are not necessary but encouraged so there is a way to contact participants in case a class is canceled. To reserve a space in a workshop or for more information, please call the City of San Bruno Recreation Department at 650-616-7180. You can also register through the County of San Mateo RecycleWorks at 888-442-2666 or by emailing RecycleWorks This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Next workshop date: Tuesday August 5th 2014 – 6:30 p.m. til 8:00 p.m.
CONTINUING EVENT NEEDING YOUR SUPPORT:
City of San Bruno’s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration Has Started:
The City now has hooded sweat shirts, polo shirts, hats and additional Centennial items available for purchase at City Hall and the Recreation Center during business hours. Show YOUR support of our Centennial by wearing a Centennial item.
On December 23, 2014 the City of San Bruno will celebrate its first 100 years of incorporation and Centennial. The Centennial is an opportunity not only to recognize the community’s history, but also to celebrate the community’s identity, its accomplishments, and its future opportunities and potential. The City Council has begun the process to develop the scope of the celebration as well as the process for engagement with residents, businesses and community stakeholders.
If YOU have historical information or photographs to share, or YOU would like to be part of the Centennial Celebration Planning, please contact the City Manager’s office at 650.616.7056.
A combination of traditional San Bruno programs and special events are being planned throughout the coming year to celebrate this historical milestone. Highlights of the Centennial year will include a City Hall open house, a Centennial art project to honor the City’s history, a community picnic, and a Centennial Gala. The upcoming year promises to be an exciting and memorable one and the City looks forward to commemorating 100 years of San Bruno history with YOU.
Updated Info: www.SanBruno100.org
CONTINUING EVENT NEEDING YOUR SUPPORT:
The San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District reminds readers:
Fight The Bite
GOTO http://www.westnile.ca.gov/
GOTO http://www.cdc.gov/westnile/index.html
GOTO http://www.cdc.gov/westnile/symptoms/
Dump ALL Standing Water
Report Dead Birds to 1-877-WNV-BIRD
We all can do our part
QUESTIONS: District Manager Robert Gay – 650 – 344 - 8592
CONTINUING EVENTS NEEDING YOUR SUPPORT:
San Bruno Recreation Departments reminds:
Program Fliers
Important Forms
Mission Statement
The San Bruno Parks & Recreation Services Department is committed to providing quality programs and services to benefit the health and well-being of the community.
***To report a damaged or downed tree, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 616-7180. Please call the non-emergency police line at (650) 616-7100 if after business hours.
CONTINUING EVENT NEEDING YOUR SUPPORT:
Water Conservation
The City of San Bruno, on their web page, writes: “This past fall and winter has been one of the driest years on record across the state of California. At the State level, Governor Brown has declared a drought emergency and has asked California residents and businesses to reduce their water consumption by at least 20%.
“At the local level, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) has issued a statement today requesting a voluntary 10% reduction on the SF Regional Water System in response to the dry weather conditions and to ensure that available water supplies are prudently managed.
“In coordination with this local advisory, the City of San Bruno is asking residents and businesses to conserve water to help meet the 10% voluntary reduction goal that will help preserve Hetch Hetchy’s and our own groundwater’s valuable resources.
“The SFPUC is closely monitoring water levels in the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir and snow pack data. Within the next 90 days, the SFPUC will have survey data from snow pack depths and reservoir resource levels throughout the SF Regional Water Supply to share with other water agencies. The data results will allow water agencies to develop their specific water supply strategies for the future. Residents of San Bruno are requested to follow water conservation practices at all times. The City will update residents on any changes made to the request of a 10% voluntary reduction when new information is available.
“Water Conservation Tips and additional information is available on the city’s website at www.sanbrunowater.ca.gov and on Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency’s (BAWSCA) website at http://bawsca.org/ “
CONTINUING EVENT NEEDING YOUR SUPPORT:
City of San Bruno Service Personal Tribute Program
The City of San Bruno Personal Tribute Program provides a way for people to honor or remember a loved one in the San Bruno community. These enduring and tax-deductible gifts serve both as a personal commemoration and as a way to enhance the community’s enjoyment of City parks.
Personal Tribute Plaques
In tribute and remembrance, a loved one may be honored with a 3”x 3”commemorative bronze plaque on the San Bruno Recognition Sculpture in City Park. Plaques are inscribed with the honoree’s first and last name, the date of the recognition and with either “In Honor of” or “In Memory of.” The Personal Tribute commemorative bronze plaque donation is $400. Plaques may be ordered using the link to the form below.
Park Amenity Tributes
Personal tributes may also be given through a donation for a specific park amenity (tree, bench, water fountain, picnic table, etc.) Staff from the Community Services Department is available to assist donors in the selection of a park amenity. Please fill out the form at the link below and check the box indicating your wish to donate an amenity and staff will contact you to discuss the Department's current needs. The donation fee associated with the park amenity varies.
GOTO http://www.sanbruno.ca.gov/personal_tribute_program.asp to fill out the application. Info: 616-7180
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
Felicia Neirby – Recology San Bruno – ZERO Waste Specialist reports:
On Tuesday May 20th 2014 Citi Bank on San Mateo Avenue and Jenevein officially adopted the tree containers bordering their property. The Beautification Task Force was present for the official recognition and the containers will show “Adopted by Citi Bank”.
The City only planted 1 planter but they will be adopting all three down the road.
San Bruno Beautification Task Force
Members:
Joan Burwell
Sally Calvert
Sandy Hedley
Carolyn Livengood
Brijit Lopez
Carol Morarity
Melodie Tobin
Jane Calvert
Val Morgan
Felicia Neirby
Irene O'Connell, Chair, Councilmember - ioconnell@sanbruno.ca.gov
Mission Statement
The Beautification Task Force of the City of San Bruno promotes the quality of life in San Bruno by creating, supporting and participating in activities and programs that improve the physical and aesthetic environment of our community. We accomplish this by:
-Educating the community about enhancing and protecting San Bruno's environmental assets;
-Advocating a high standard of community responsibility, cleanliness, maintenance and attractiveness for our developed and natural environment;
-Creating and promoting partnerships and resident participation in improving our community;
-Monitoring neighborhood and citywide cleanups, Earth Day activities, Beautification Awards, and similar programs.
We would like you to join us in encouraging residents and businesses to enhance the curb appeal of their homes and buildings.
About the Beautification Task Force
The Beautification Task Force supports and advocates a public arts policy, tree ordinances, and other Council policies that encourage the beautification of the City. The Task Force also organizes several City-wide events including Operation Clean Sweep ( held the first Saturday in May each year) and the Beautification Awards. They also serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council. For information on upcoming events call the Beautification Task Force at 650-616-7145.
One of the programs the Beautification Task Force is working on alongside the San Bruno Chamber of Commerce is the Adopt – A – Planter program. The goal is to get businesses along San Mateo Avenue to adopt the tree planter in-front of or near their business. The City will plant appropriate vegetation and make sure the planters are connected to a watering system. All the business needs to commit to is removing paper etc. that may collect in the planter.
Join the Beautification Task Force. You can make a difference.
If you are a business on San Mateo Avenue, contact Councilwoman Irene O’Connell to “Adopt - A - Planter”.
The photos attached show some of the beautification Task Force members, Chamber members, and Citi Bank Manager Robert Manley.
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
The San Bruno Council meeting May 13th 2014 resulted in the following:
1. San Bruno residents have only conserved 2% and businesses 5% on their water consumption when the City requested a 10% reduction. The state has indicated that if voluntary conservation does not reach 10%, Governor Brown may institute a MANDATORY 20% reduction.
2. Proclaimed week of May 11-17th as National Police Week. 100 new fallen police officer’s names will be added to the plaque in Washington D.C. with 8 of these to be California police officers.
3. Shelter Creek Condominiums was recognized for their efforts by the Bay Area Climate Collaborative Electric Vehicle Readiness Award for the Most Development in Northern California. “Ready – Set – Charge”
4. San Bruno City Clerk Carol Bonner received the 2014 League of California Cities City Clerk’s Department Humanitarian Award of Distinction.
5. The Chestnut Sewer Rehabilitation Project is complete; came in on time; and UNDER BUDGET.
6. Proclaimed week of Nay 18-24th as Public Works Week. “Building for Today – Planning for Tomorrow”. Public Work’s Open House – Wednesday May 21st – Corporation Yard 225 Huntington Ave 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Come see our displays and demonstrations of how we maintain our City Streets, Wastewater, and Water Systems. Hot dogs and refreshments will be served for lunch.
7. The Recology rate increases were approved.
8. The City has planted the first 14 new street trees and has requests for an additional 10. The City hopes to plant 100 new street trees as part of the City’s Centennial Celebration.
9. Councilmember O’Connell reported that Operation Clean Sweep collected 3,800 pounds of “stuff” and 1,300 pounds of recyclables. The free lunch used recyclable items and thus added only 5 pounds of “GREY” container garbage. All the rest of the collected items were recyclable.
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
Caltrain Seeks Volunteers for its Community Advisory Committee
The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, the entity that manages Caltrain, is seeking volunteers from San Francisco and San Mateo counties to apply for its Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).
The CAC is composed of nine community members who serve in an advisory capacity to the Caltrain board of directors, providing input on the needs of current and potential rail customers. Applicants for the CAC should represent the demographics of Caltrain’s ridership.
The CAC meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 5:40 p.m. at the Caltrain headquarters at 1250 San Carlos Avenue, about one block from the San Carlos Caltrain Station. All meetings are open to the public.
Residents interested in joining the advisory body can find an application on the CAC website HERE or by calling 650.508.6223. Applications for the CAC are due by June 1.
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
The San Bruno Recreation Department:
Mission Statement
The San Bruno Parks & Recreation Services Department is committed to providing quality programs and services to benefit the health and well-being of the community.
***To report a damaged or downed tree, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 616-7180. Please call the non-emergency police line at (650) 616-7100 if after business hours.
Program Flyers
Swimming (Aquatics) Information
Important Forms
Youth Activities Application (YAC)
2014 Lifeguard Training Classes
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
Be A West Nile Virus Watcher
DO NOT TOUCH DEAD BIRDS!!
Help the state track down the West Nile Virus by reporting all dead birds.
You can submit an online report as follows:
GOTO the following State web page to report a dead bird:
http://www.westnile.ca.gov/report_wnv.php
NOW you can call 877-WNV-BIRD to report found dead birds.
West Nile Virus information and numbers from around the state of California can be found at:
The latest West Nile Virus Activity in California:
Human data is updated every Tuesday by 4pm.
Dead bird data is updated every Wednesday and Friday by 4pm.
Mosquito and sentinel chicken data are updated on Fridays by 4pm.
Due to different reporting schedules, case totals on the state website may not always be consistent with those reported by local health departments.
The San Mateo County Mosquito & Vector Control District: 650-344-8592
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
To report damage on City property such as potholes, streetlight outage, graffiti, etc.
GOTO http://www.sanbruno.ca.gov/pw_streets_pothole_form.asp
Fill out the on line form and submit it.
Thanks for being Eyes & Ears for your San Bruno neighbors.
IN CASE YOU MISSED THIS:
Regular and Special City Council Meeting Notices - Please visit http://www.sanbruno.ca.gov/city_agendapackets.html for additional details about regular and special meetings, as related to PG&E Settlement Not-For-Profit, Study Sessions, and other City Council discussion topics.