FEATURED ITEM: Thursday May 29 - Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting – 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Skyline College announces the Grand Opening of their B.A.E.C. – Bay Area Entrepreneur Center
458 San Mateo Avenue
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Join in to celebrate the Grand Opening of the Bay Area Entrepreneur Center (BAEC), a project of Skyline College, with a ribbon cutting and reception. The college is thrilled to open this innovative center designed to incubate, support, and grow local businesses in the heart of San Bruno’s downtown district.
Tour and information will be provided.
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For more information, contact Cherie Colin at 650-738-4346.
YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED IN MAY:
When a local educator realized that several of her young students were writing stories about not having enough food at home, she reached out to Second Harvest Food Bank for help. Thanks to you, her school now proudly distributes fresh produce to over 100 families each month.
"If Second Harvest didn’t exist? WOW, my students would really suffer. My program has such a small budget... We really depend on Second Harvest and couldn't be more grateful." – Lori, After School Education and Safety Coordinator at Cabrillo School District
Without your help, programs like Lori's will be at risk. To ensure local kids don't go hungry, the "Stand up for kids" Fundraising Council is matching every $1 you donate with $2.
The May 31st deadline to triple your impact is approaching quickly. Take action today!
In partnership,
Kathryn Jackson
Chief Executive Officer
SUNDAY JUNE 1 -
Sunday June 1st 2014 – San Bruno Fire Station 51 Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Sunday June 1st San Bruno Fire Station 51 is holding a fundraiser from 9:00 a.m. – Noon at 555 El Camino Real 650 – 616 – 7050
All proceeds benefit the San Bruno Professional Firefighters Association Charitable Fund.
Let’s gather as a community for more than just pancakes.
$5.00 for Adults
$3.00 for seniors and children under 12
SUNDAY JUNE 1 –
DIVAS® HALF MARATHON & 5K SERIES RETURNS TO SAN FRANCISCO BAY FOR THE THIRD YEAR
Series expected to set record high registration numbers and bring thousands to Bay Area on race weekend
MIAMI, FL- The Divas® Half Marathon & 5K Series is excited to return to the San Francisco Bay Area for a third year on June 1, 2014.The event, known for boas, tiaras, bubbly and sparkling finisher medals, is expected to break its previous registration record and bring an estimated 6,500 runners and 1,000 spectators to the Bay Area on race weekend.
“The registration numbers for this third running of the Divas® Half Marathon & 5K Event in San Francisco Bay, California are amazing!” says Continental Event and Sports Management National Race Director, Gaby Pozo. “Thanks to the hard work of the San Mateo Convention & Visitors Bureau and the cities of San Mateo, Burlingame and Foster City, this event will be spectacular and from the looks of it, the largest in its brief 3-year history. The rise in participation shows that the course is absolutely breathtaking and one worth experiencing again and again as many participants will be back for the second or third time.”
This year, Auburn, California resident, Jamie Quadra, will be joining in on the Divas® fun. Jamie was paralyzed by a stroke and completely lost the ability to walk eight years ago. “I started running to celebrate the 5th anniversary of my stroke survival” said Jamie. “I run because a doctor told me that I would never run again.” When asked why she chose the Divas® event, she replied, “I chose the Divas® Half Marathon so that I could get dressed up with my runner girls and have a great time out on the course. Pace is not important to me. For me, one percent, 100 times can get me to 100 percent, no matter what the odds. My hair grew back after they shaved it for surgery, all paralysis has been overcome except in my left hand, and I can't wait to be a Diva!”
The half marathon will begin on Sunday June 1, 2014 at 7:00 AM with the 5K following at 7:15 AM. Both races will start and finish at Bayside Park in Burlingame, California. The event will be preceded by a two day Health and Fitness Boutique at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront.
For more information, please visit the Divas® Half Marathon & 5K Series website at www.runlikeadiva.com.
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About The Divas® Half Marathon & 5K Series:
The Divas® Half Marathon & 5K Series is a group of female-inspired events throughout the United States consisting of a two day Health & Fitness Boutique, a 5K road race and a half marathon event. Each of the Divas® Half Marathon & 5K events also consists of other activities geared toward women including a boa & tiara station, “bubbly” toast at the finish and fun entertainment on the course. Now in its fifth year, the race series has received the highly coveted SportsTravel Award for Best Amateur Series or Circuit in 2012 and 2013. Event locations throughout the US include Galveston, TX, North Myrtle Beach, SC, Branson, MO, San Francisco Bay, CA, Peachtree City, GA, DC’s Wine Country, VA, Long Island, NY, San Juan, PR, St. Augustine Beach, FL and Temecula, CA. For more information visit: www.runlikadiva.com.
About Continental Event and Sports Management Group, LLC:
Continental Event and Sports Management Group, LLC is a company formed to produce world-class running events. Robert and Gaby Pozo, founders and managers of Continental, have over 17 years of experience in the race production industry providing unparalleled events to participants and their host communities. Robert, one of the founders of the ING Miami Marathon, also held the position of Race Director since its inception in 2003 until 2007. He has also served as Executive Race Director of the ING Georgia Marathon, the Chicago Half Marathon and the 13.1 Marathon Series. Prior to joining Continental, Gaby served as the COO of US Road Sports and along with Robert, founded the ING Miami Marathon and served as its Race Director from 2008-2009. In that capacity, she managed their overall national operations and oversaw all events nationwide including the ING Miami Marathon, Publix Georgia Marathon and Chicago Half Marathon. With national events comprising of the Divas® Half Marathon & 5K Series, the NC Half Marathon and the Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon, Continental Event & Sports Management Group, LLC is one of the premiere sports management companies in the United States.
Contact:
Robert Pozo, President & CEO
Continental Event & Sports Management Group LLC
Wednesday, June 4: San Bruno Chamber of Commerce PUBLIC Event
Monthly on the first Wednesday
Where:
Volunteer Fireman's Hall 618 San Mateo Avenue
Description:
Bring business collateral to display, business cards, specials announcements and anything else you would like to share with the group to help promote your business.
INFO: of for FREE registration: Jamie@SanBrunoiChamber.com - 650-588-0180
THURSDAY June 5: Free Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinic
Thu, June 5, 8am – 9am
Monthly on the first Thursday, until Nov 2
Where:
The Shops at Tanforan ~~ Petco/Sears Parking area off El Camino
Description:
Peninsula Human Society & SPCA offering free mobile spay/neuter clinic the first Thursday of every month. Families with limited financial mean will be able to fix their pets.
SATURDAY June 7 - Disaster Preparedness Day
This year San Mateo County celebrates the 10th Annual San Mateo County Disaster Preparedness Day which is held in conjunction with, and hosted by, the San Mateo County Fair.
This year’s Disaster Preparedness Day will take place on Saturday, June 7, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m during the San Mateo County Fair located at 1346 Saratoga Avenue in the City of San Mateo. Parking and admission to the event and to the San Mateo County Fair are free to those who arrive before 11 a.m.
Please feel free to forward this invitation and the attached flyers in English and Spanish to your contact lists, e-newsletter groups, website, friends and family.
The feedback we receive from residents who attend this family oriented event is overwhelmingly positive as they have the opportunity to take advantage of free CPR classes, numerous presentations related to disaster preparedness education and a CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Exercise.
Last year, the event set an attendance record with over 1,000 families and 3,500 residents in attendance. With additional exhibits and participants - the 10th Annual Disaster Preparedness Day is expected to be our largest yet!
In 2005, following the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the costliest and one of the most deadliest natural disasters in the history of the United States, many federal, state and local agencies put themselves on high alert. Since then attention to disaster preparedness has waned. In light of this, and in celebration of the 10th Annual San Mateo County’s Disaster Preparedness Day, we are hoping to make this event a big success and I hope you can join us on Saturday, June 7th, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for this fun event.
Sincerely,
/s/ Supervisor Adrienne J. Tissier
FUTURE EVENT - 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: - 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: - U. S. Congresswoman Jackie Speier is proud to announce:
I am also proud to announce the first annual Congressional STEM Academic Competition, a.k.a. the “House App Contest.” This new competition is designed to engage students’ creativity and encourage participation in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Representing Silicon Valley – a hotbed of innovation – has convinced me of the importance of such initiatives that promote investment in STEM education, as well as legislation like H.R. 2426, the Educating Tomorrow’s Engineers Act, of which I am a proud cosponsor. We must prepare our students for employment in the high-tech industry and enhance American competitiveness in the global economy.
The House APP contest is also open to students eligible to enroll in high schools located in the 14th District, and to teams of up to four if at least two students reside in the 14th District. Students must register at StudentAppChallenge.house.gov and create an account at ChallengePost.com by April 30, 2014. Students can visit ChallengePost any time before then to submit their contact information, completed release form, and final app entry. Students can learn more about the competition and find resources for students and teachers on my website. For any additional information, contact Kenneth Dowling at kenneth.dowling@mail.house.gov or (202) 225-3531.
These are great opportunities to let creativity flow and produce tangible results!
All the best,
Jackie
Future Event: Sunday June 1 – Posy Parade along San Mateo Avenue ending in City Park.
74th Annual Posy Parade
Sunday June 1st 2014
Presented by the San Bruno Lions Club
Parade Divisions:
Division 1 – Sports – All sports teams – please limit to 3 walking adults
Division 2 – Carriages – Doll or baby carriages pushed by one contestant only
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
Princess applicants must live in San Bruno and be between the ages of 4 and 7 years old.
Only 1 entry per Princess.
All entries MUST be received by May 23rd.
NAME:
AGE:
ADDRESS
PHONE:
Email:
School
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.
Spacial 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
Future Event: Saturday June 7th 2014 – 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
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
Swimming (Aquatics) Information
2014 Lifeguard Training Classes
Important Forms
Youth Activities Application (YAC)
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:
Attorney General Kamala D. Harris Issues Guide on Privacy Policies and Do Not Track Disclosures
SAN FRANCISCO – Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today issued a series of recommendations for businesses that directly address recent changes to California privacy law. The guide, Making Your Privacy Practices Public, provides businesses with an up-to-date resource to craft a useful, transparent privacy policy for consumers.
“California has proven that robust and balanced privacy protections are consistent with a thriving innovation economy,” Attorney General Harris said. “This guide is a tool for businesses to create clear and transparent privacy policies that reflect the state’s privacy laws and allow consumers to make informed decisions.”
In 2003, California established the landmark California Online Privacy Protection Act, which was the first law in the nation to require operators of commercial websites, including mobile apps, to conspicuously post a privacy policy if they collect personally identifiable information from Californians. In 2013, the Act was amended by Assembly Bill 370, which requires privacy policies to include information on how the operator responds to Do Not Track signals or similar mechanisms. The law also requires privacy policies to state whether third parties can collect personally identifiable information about the site’s users.
In 2012, Attorney General Harris created the Privacy Enforcement and Protection Unit to enforce federal and state privacy laws regulating the collection, retention, disclosure, and destruction of private or sensitive information by individuals, organizations, and the government. The unit also works to educate consumers and recommend best practices to businesses on privacy-related issues.
After receiving requests from the business community regarding privacy policy requirements, Attorney General Harris’ Privacy Enforcement and Protection Unit consulted with numerous stakeholders from the business sector, academia and privacy advocates in developing these recommendations.
The guide is available here: http://bit.ly/RUh7Do
Key recommendations from the guide include:
- Prominently label the section of your policy regarding online tracking, for example: “California Do Not Track Disclosures.”
- Describe how you respond to a browser’s Do Not Track signal or similar mechanisms within your privacy policy instead of providing a link to another website.
- If third parties are or may be collecting personally identifiable information, say so in your privacy policy.
- Explain your uses of personally identifiable information beyond what is necessary for fulfilling a customer transaction or for the basic functionality of the website or app.
- Describe what personally identifiable information you collect from users, how you use it and how long you retain it.
- Describe the choices a consumer has regarding the collection, use and sharing of his or her personal information.
- Use plain, straightforward language that avoids legal jargon and use a format that makes the policy readable, such as a layered format. Use graphics or icons instead of text.
“HP commends the work of California in establishing expectations-based guidance for privacy as it strikes the right balance between innovation and the protection of legitimate consumer rights,” said Scott Taylor, Vice President and Chief Privacy Officer, Hewlett-Packard.
"I applaud the California Attorney General's publication of best practices for communicating with citizens about privacy. Their common-sense recommendations are clear, readable, useful, and mercifully short. Companies will understand how to comply with the letter and spirit of California transparency laws. In particular, I am delighted to see a light-touch legislative approach for transparency around Do Not Track," said Aleecia McDonald, Director of Privacy, Center for Internet and Society, Stanford Law School.
"Publication of Making Privacy Practices Public is an important step toward helping consumers understand what companies do with the data they collect about them. Too many privacy policies are incomprehensible legalese. The best practices spelled out by the California Attorney General if adopted by companies would put privacy policy statements in straightforward, understandable language,” said John Simpson, Director of Privacy Project, Consumer Watchdog.
Attorney General Harris has been a staunch advocate for policies that both protect consumers’ personal information online and foster the continued growth of California’s robust technology economy.
Most recently, Attorney General Harris issued recommendations to California businesses to help protect against and respond to the increasing threat of malware, data breaches and other cyber risks. The guide, Cybersecurity in the Golden State, provides recommendations focused on small to mid-sized businesses, which are particularly vulnerable to cybercrime and often lack the resources to hire cybersecurity personnel. In 2012, 50% of all cyber attacks were aimed at businesses with fewer than 2,500 employees and 31% were aimed at those with less than 250 employees. (http://bit.ly/1p9DGiA)
In 2013, Attorney General Harris issued a guide, Privacy on the Go: Recommendations for the Mobile Ecosystem, which provided app developers with recommendations to develop strong privacy practices, translate those practices into mobile-friendly policies, and coordinate with industry actors to promote transparency. (http://bit.ly/1lZIZAC)
In October 2012, Attorney General Harris sent letters to approximately 100 mobile app developers and companies that were not in compliance with the California Online Privacy Protection Act and gave 30 days to post a conspicuous privacy policy. (http://bit.ly/1lZIEOv) In December of that year, the Attorney General filed the first legal action against Delta Airlines, Inc. for its failure to do so. (http://bit.ly/1k2y6Pb)
In February 2012, Attorney General Harris reached an agreement among the seven leading mobile and social app platforms - Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google, Hewlett-Packard, Microsoft and Research in Motion (now Blackberry) - which required that mobile apps provide privacy policies that users could find in a consistent location in the platform store and review before downloading an app. (http://bit.ly/1nkfUiF)
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.