The County of Santa Clara Office of Sustainability will host a free induction cooking webinar with celebrity chef, Martin Yan on Tuesday, April 23 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Learn about the benefits of cooking with electric induction and learn some of Chef Yan’s recipes! Reserve your spot at eventbrite.com/e/cupertino-in…

Today, the Board of Supervisors discussed the results of the 2023 Disparity Study. The results of the study will be used to streamline processes and increase engagement with diverse businesses. Read the full release at news.santaclaracounty.gov/county-board-s….

.County of Santa Clara co-sponsored a bill authored by Assemblymember Gail Pellerin that aims to speed up the grievance and resolution process for denied mental health claims. It will be heard by the State Assembly Health Committee this afternoon. Learn more at news.santaclaracounty.gov/county-santa-c…

The County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors on Tuesday will hear a report detailing the anticipated negative effects of service reductions at Regional Medical Center– the main emergency facility serving East San José. Read the full release at news.santaclaracounty.gov/deeply-concern….

We have a lot of free programs happening in our libraries this week. Find our full calendar at sccld.org/events/

Our Vasona Crew is assisting SCCounty Parks with a pile burn today in Sanborn County Park between 9am-5pm. This work is intended to reduce #wildfire threat in the park and nearby communities. If you see smoke in the area, no need to dial 9-1-1.

April is Earthquake Preparedness Month. Most people in the county live within 10 miles of a major fault line. There are preventive measures people can take to make sure their home and families are safe. Learn how to prepare for the next big shake at emergencymanagement.sccgov.org/residents/know….

No text or dating app notification is worth your life or the lives of others. During Distracted Driving Awareness Month, make the pledge to put the phone down and keep your eyes on the road. You can help keep you, your family and others safe at justdrivescc.org.

It’s time to register for the Youth Leadership Summit! This is an opportunity for students to gain experience in policy, connect with leaders and help improve wellness in their schools. The summit is Saturday, April 27 at Oak Grove High School in San José. countyexec.sccgov.org/youth-task-for…

The @sccgov Board of Supervisors will hear a report from Emergency Medical Services on the reduction of trauma and specialty care services at Regional Medical Center of San José at the next Board meeting on Tuesday, April 16 (no earlier than 2pm). More at santaclaracounty.primegov.com/Portal/Meeting…

Join the @sccgov Reentry Resource Job Fair from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24 at 2314 N. First St. in San José. People with criminal records can get access to employment opportunities, educational resources, support services and more. Watch at youtu.be/3yli26ZUogU

Experts from the Office of Women's Policy and @sccendviolence will be a part of the panel discussion at the Gender Equity and Justice Town Hall this Saturday, April 13, from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Lynbrook High School, 1280 Johnson Ave., San José. Register at sd15.senate.ca.gov/gender-equity-….

Good work Senator Dave Cortese & members of the CA Sen Transpo Cmte for passing SB 1193!

We need state & national bans on leaded avgas to protect the health of those living near small airports.

Here is a related letter I sent ahead of the recent state action: bit.ly/4aS3YTl

The County of Santa Clara has detected invasive Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in East San José and needs the public’s help to eradicate the dangerous insect before it gains a foothold. Learn more at news.santaclaracounty.gov/non-native-aed…

County of Santa Clara Vector Control District

It’s National Library week! Thank you to the staff, volunteers and patrons who make the @SCCLD system awesome. This is a great opportunity to check out all the library has to offer such as programs, classes, periodicals, audiobooks, paper books, movies and more!

Today, April 10 at 5 p.m. is the deadline to pay the second installment of the 2023-24 annual secured property taxes without late penalties. People can pay in person at 110 W. Tasman Dr. in San José or online at payments.sccgov.org/propertytax/.