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 Latest 49er News: 49ers Stadium Going to the BallotAfter several months of lingering discussions, hours upon hours of City Council hearings and meetings and a bevy of public input, Santa Clara City Council voted unanimously, 7-0 in favor of placing the San Francisco 49ers stadium proposal on the November 2008 ballot.
Due to CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) restrictions... Click Here for Complete Story |
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Downtown: Why There’s No There, There
With the success of the historic areas like Campbell’s downtown strip and the “faux” downtown of Santana Row, many regret that Santa Clara has no similar draw. Click Here for Complete Story
Putting the "There" Back: Downtown Revitalization
The idea of "downtown" is an essential part of our sense of community. We're drawn to "downtown" – whether it's a true downtown like Palo Alto's University Avenue or a "Main Street, Disneyland" like Santana Row. Click Here for Complete Story
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Downtown Redevelopment Plan on Hold
A plan to restore an urban center to Santa Clara will stay on hold at least until mid-summer as potential developers wait for the uncertain credit and real estate markets to stabilize.
One of the two companies invited to bid on the project declined to participate. The other, while remaining enthusiastic, says that current economic conditions make it impossible at this time to develop accurate financial projections for the projects by the RFP deadline. These projections are necessary for construction loans as well as providing the project's budget. Click Here for Complete Story
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 Sk8ter Girl On a Roll at Santa Clara Skate ParkBy Carolyn Schuk
If you had to describe Nicole West in two words, they would be "free spirit." The athletic ninth grader is always ready to try something new, and she wants to do it her own way.
But what makes this slender girl with the friendly, open smile unique is that she's a skateboarder, one of the few girls in a heavily male sport.
West has played other sports including track and basketball – "anything that's fun," she says. But skating is her passion. Her middle school graduation present was skateboarding equipment – Spitfire wheels, Tensor trucks (axles) and Bones bearings.
Skateboarding is a perfect match with West's independent style. "It's not like any other sport. You can put it together in any way that reflects your style."
West describes herself as a "street skater" – taking the paved, urban terrain as its challenge rather than the bowls and ramps of "vert" skateboarding. Click Here for Complete Story
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 City’s Earth Bound Construction: Building California Homes Green When scientist-turned building contractor Dave Edwards talks about changing his career and lifestyle for greener pastures, he means business.
Although back in 2002, his timing may have been a little off. Six months previously, his wife Amy, a Foothill College Biotechnology professor, had just given birth to the couple’s second and third children, a set of twins. Click Here for Complete Story
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New Development Tax "Only Way" to Meet Future Needs, says School Board -- "Financially Disastrous," say Developers
After three years of discussion on how to best absorb a rising tide of students from new residential developments, the school board of Santa Clara Unified School District met June 26th to discuss implementing a Mello-Roos tax increase. The vote was postponed to July 24th for further negotiation with developers and municipal governments. “I’m angry about this situation,” said... Click Here for Complete Story
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 It Came From Intel
If you were reading news about Intel last week, you'd just as likely be reading it in the entertainment or medical news as in the technology news.
That's because last week the semiconductor pioneer – which celebrates its 40th birthday this month – got FDA clearance for its new Intel® Health Guide as well as announcing a partnership with DreamWorks Animation to bring movie-goers a whole new 3-D movie experience starting with ... Click Here for Complete Story
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 Thrift Store Chic in Santa Clara
Where can you find a pair of almost-new Via Spiga shoes for less than $5? Or an Italian sports coat for a few dollars more? Thrift store retail is the local bargain hunter’s secret to staying fashionable without breaking the bank.
Walter Roa is the store manager of the Salvation Army Thrift Store located on 1494 Halford Ave. According to Roa, with the rising gas prices, inflation, and the cost of living, people are seeking more outlets for affordable clothing. Click Here for Complete Story
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 Santa Clara Businesses Win Silicon Valley Power Energy Innovator Awards
Five businesses in the City of Santa Clara were honored by Silicon Valley Power (SVP) for energy-saving measures or renewable energy efforts that in 2007 preserved more than 500,000 kilowatt hours of electricity and prevented release of over 6,700 tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Electricity savings by just three winners could power nearly 60 single-family homes for a year. Click Here for Complete Story
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 Usual Suspects Rip Up Central Park Stage with Classic Rock
I’ve seen bigger audiences turn out for the Concerts in the Park, though I’ve never heard them raise such a ruckus until last Sunday. That’s when the Usual Suspects took to the stage with their raucous interpretation of raucous 70s rock and roll.
Throughout the entire 90-minute show, the five-member band, led by vocalist Dave Muhoberac, elicited whistles and hoots from the barefoot, sundress-wearin’ and body-swayin’ crowd.
Muhoberac, who was discovered in a karaoke bar, seemed to have just as much fun when he slid across the stage, Angus Young-style. Click Here for Complete Story
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 City Council Roundup
Santa Clara City Council Meeting, July 8, 2008Roll Call
All Council Members were present, although Council Member Kolstad arrived late as he was out of town on City-related business.
Continuances/Exceptions
The public hearing for the rezoning application for 1575 Pomeroy Avenue was rescheduled to the August 26 Council meeting.
Eddie Souza, the owner of the property at 1525 Pomeroy Avenue, addressed the Council and stated neither he, his mother nor his neighbors had received any notice of the continuance of the public hearing. He also questioned the way the City Planning Department notifies people and handles other issues and questioned the professionalism and ethics of the department. City Manager Jennifer Sparacino stated she would follow through on Mr. Souza’s comments and would look into the notification issues and give a report to the Council. Click Here for Complete Story
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| Arts and Entertainment |
| | Movie Review: Red
Red is a dog. He is played by Mac a dog actor. He is an old dog and lives with a widower and small town general store owner, portrayed by the original "Hannibal Lecter" actor, Brian Cox.
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| | Travel: Quebec City - Celebrating 400 Glorious Years
Bonjour!! A few weeks ago we flew to Quebec City, Canada to experience this citadel of French culture in North America and to enjoy the city’s 400th anniversary activities.
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| | Movie Review: Mama Mia!
Mama Mia is really for fans of the play/musical and the songs of ABBA.
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| | Movie Review: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Journey to the Center of the Earth also known as Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D is best seen in the second version listed, although the 1D version would be entertaining enough in its own right.
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| Critics Corner |
| | Razz on Wine: August 27, 2008
I have written to you from our upper back deck on Liberty street. From where I sat the lawn moves gracefully from under the deck to end at a small garden which Tess has lovingly cared for.
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| Weekly Columns |
| | Milestones: 9-24-08
Ever notice that once in a while something doesn’t “feel” right?
You can’t put your finger on the exact reason and your gut tells you there is something wrong here.
This is the dilemma we have with the new transit tax in Measure B. This is the m
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| | Milestones: August 27, 2008
Separating facts from fiction is more than a 9th grade homework assignment. It is a project that continues into adulthood and all through the maturation process.
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| | Work Daze: August 27, 2008
I don't know if you've made your final decision yet, but if you ask me, I know what I want to be when I come back in my next life. I want to return as an employee of SuperGroup Creative Omnimedia.
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