Announcements - Supervisor Liz Kniss

North County Children’s Health Initiative

WHO: Stakeholder group representatives

WHAT: Meetings monthly (except July and December); 12:00 noon – 1:00pm;

2009 Schedule: Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 7, May 12, Jun 9, Aug 11, Sep 8, Oct 13, Nov. SUMMIT

WHERE: Mountain View Whisman School District – Portable 4 750 A San Pierre Way Mountain View, CA 94043

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Walkability Sunnyvale

WHO: Presented jointly by Supervisor Liz Kniss and the City of Sunnyvale

WHAT: Workshop for Sunnyvale residents

WHEN: March 21, 2009

WHERE: TBD

WHY: To learn from the experts about community design with fieldwork that lets participants identify, and then pursue, concrete steps to make their community more walkable.

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County to Host Conference on Domestic Violence

Santa Clara County Domestic Violence Council Partners with Professionals, County and Representatives to Eliminate Domestic Violence in the Community

CONTACT: Gwen Mitchell/Marina Hinestrosa Office of Public Affairs (408) 299-5119 Esther Peralez-Dieckmann Office of Women’s Policy (408) 299-5142

WHAT: 8220;Raising Awareness/Reconnecting the Disconnected” Annual Domestic Violence Conference

WHO: Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, Domestic Violence professionals, judges, law enforcement, advocates for domestic violence victims, and members of the public

WHEN: Friday, October 10^th, 2008 8:00am-4:00pm

WHERE: Marriott Santa Clara Hotel2700 Mission College Blvd. in Santa Clara

WHY The County of Santa Clara District Attorney’s Office handed nearly 6,000 domestic violence cases last year, including six domestic violence related deaths. As one of the most serious threats to women’s well being, this conference is a community service organized by the Office of Women’s Policy and the Santa Clara County Domestic Violence Council. IT will be a day of informational workshops and community networking. The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office has been approved as a continuing legal education provider for Minimum Continuing Education credit by the State Bar of California. This program will qualify for 5 MCLE credit by the State Bar of California in the amount of 5 hours of continuing education credit for LMFT’s and LCSW’s as required by the California Board of Behavioral Services, Provider #PCE543

COST: $135 in advance, $150 at the door

**More information about the Domestic Violence Council of Santa Clara County**The Domestic Violence Council (DVC) was created by the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors in 1991 and serves as an advisory body to the Board members. Its vision is to end domestic violence in our community. The Commission meets on a monthly basis.

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Developing Strategies for a Sustainable Santa Clara County

Sponsored by the Office of County Supervisor Liz Kniss and The League of Women Voters of Santa Clara County

WHAT: A community discussion to help define significant indicators to protect the environment and to recommend the next steps toward coordinated action.

WHO:Speakers include: County of Santa Clara , Office of California Attorney General, Santa Clara Valley Water District, PG&E, Sustainable Silicon Valley, Bay Area Air Quality Management District, Bay Conservation and Development Commission, Mid Peninsula Regional Open Space District and members of the community.

WHEN: Friday, January 25, 2008 9am – 12pm

WHERE: Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) 2440 West El Camino Real, Suite 300 Mountain View, CA

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: All those interested in environmental issues affecting the County of Santa Clara . Seating is Limited… Reservations are requested.

Please RSVP to Scott.Strickland@bos.svvgov.org

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A Walkable Community Workshop

Hosted by Supervisor Liz Kniss and Mayor Yoriko Kishimoto

WHAT: Join Supervisor Liz Kniss and Mayor Kishimoto in a Walkable Community Workshop to discuss how planning, development, traffic, and safety impact the ability of pedestrians and bicyclists to access retail, public transit, and parks. Community members will participate in a neighborhood walking audit with a California Walkability Expert and work together to formulate a community action plan.

WHEN:Wednesday, June 9, 2007 9:00am – 1:00pm

WHERE: Sheraton Palo Alto (Justine’s Ballroom) 625 El Camino Real in Palo Alto

WHY: Safe and convenient access to walking and biking routes is important to health and any community. This event will provide an opportunity for community members, planners, and local officials to look at how planning, development, and safety impact pedestrian and bicycle access to community resources.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Elected Officials, Policy Makers, Law Enforcement, Planning Professionals, Housing Developers, Housing Advocates, Community Members, etc. Please RSVP to Linda.leu@bos.sccgov.org

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A Healthcare Solutions Task Force

Hosted by Supervisor Liz Kniss

WHAT: A community discussion about how the residents of Santa Clara County may continue to access needed health care, and how those without health care may be assisted.

WHO: Facilitator: Bobbie Wunsch, Pacific Health Consulting Group members of the community including business and legislative representatives, industry experts, community agencies, and community leaders.

WHEN: Thursday June 14, 20073:00pm – 5:00pmFuture meetings will be determined at that time. All meetings will conclude in December of 2007. Recommendations from the Task Force will be presented to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors in early 2008.**

WHERE: Kaiser Permanente – Santa Clara Medical Offices710 Lawrence Expressway Santa Clara, CA 95051A1 – Conference Room

WHY: I am seeking your input to identify issues, explore options, and form recommendations related to: funding strategies to sustain the healthcare safety net, supporting new models of care, and creating partnerships to provide healthcare coverage for residents of Santa Clara County.

Please RSVP to Linda.Leu@bos.sccgov.org

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Collaborations for Success – Strengthening Healthcare Access: A Roundtable Discussion

WHO: Hosted by Supt. Maurice Ghysels, Mountain View Whisman School District and moderated by Supervisor Liz Kniss. Panelists include Linda Baker, Program Director, The David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Pamela Bohlmann, Government Relations Officer, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, Leona Butler, CEO, Santa Clara County , and Dr. Barry Staley, Consulting Director, Children’s Dental Programs, The Health Trust.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 8^th, 20074 to 5:30pm

WHERE: Mountain View Whisman School Board Meeting Room750 San Pierre Way

Mountain View, CA 94043

WHY: Supervisor Kniss will present the County’s current services for uninsured and under-insured children and families of North County . She and the panelists will explore ideas and suggest new ways that the County, schools, and family-serving agencies and organizations can work together to create and expand health programs that benefit these residents. The audience will be able to question the panelists.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Elected officials, policymakers, child and family health providers, health advocates, and members of the public interested in providing better health care for all children in the North County area.

RSVP to marsha.adler@bos.sccgov.org

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Protecting Open Space, Promoting Infill Development An Environment Forum Presented by Supervisor Liz Kniss

WHAT: Join Supervisor Liz Kniss at an Environmental Forum to discuss the connection between protecting open space and promoting infill development. Panel members will discuss the process local jurisdictions and developers experience when implementing infill development.

WHO:Moderators: Naphtali Knox, Planning Consultant, American Planning Association’s 2005 Distinguished Leadership Award to Professional Planner. Panel: Christy Riviere, Regional Planner, Association of Bay Area Governments, Elaine Costello, Community Development Director, City of Mountain View Vicki Moore, Board Member Greenbelt Alliance John Baer, Senior V.P. for Development, Matteson Real Estate.

WHEN: Wednesday, June 1, 20059:00am – 11:30am

WHERE: Mountain View City Hall Council Chambers500 Castro Street Mountain View, CA

WHY: This event will provide a forum for developers and local officials to share ideas on how to achieve both open space protection and increased development of housing on infill sites.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Elected officials, Policy Makers, Planning Professionals, Housing Developers, Housing Advocates, Open Space Advocates, Chambers of Commerce, Members of Public interested in open space and infill issues.

Please RSVP to Aaron.Starr@bos.sccgov.org

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Go Red For Women Legacy Luncheon

WHO:Go Red for Women Campaign is hosting it’s 11^th annual Women’s Legacy Luncheon. Go Red for Women Campaign was launched to encourage women to pay attention to their hearts and help them live longer, stronger lives by reducing their risk for cardiovascular disease. Diseases of tehheart are the nation’s leading cause of death. Heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases claim the lives of nearly twice as many women as all forms of cancer, including breast cancer. Go Red For Women is hosting the event with the help of co-chairs Supervisor Liz Kniss, Palo Alto Vice Mayor Judy Kleinberg, and community leader Judy Marcus.

WHAT: Three wonderfully dedicated women will be honored at the event. Former Mayor Janet Grey Hayes, Former Mayor Susan Hammer, and Former County Supervisor Susie Wilson.

WHERE: San Jose Marriott Hotel

WHEN: May 12, 2005

RSVP to Judy Massen at (408) 977-4950Funds raised at this event are returned to our own community and will be used for outreach, education, and research.

The Red Dress Pin – Get One. Give One.

Millions of women have added the red dress pin to their fashion accessory collection to support the women and heart disease movement. As the icon of the Go Red For Women movement, more than 5 million pins have been distributed nationwide since the inception of the program in 2004. Get one. Give one. Go Red For Women! When you join the Go Red For Women campaign, you’ll get your FREE red dress pin and educational brochure with tips for reducing your risk for heart disease. Go to the Americanheart.org website.

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Congressional Town Hall

WHO: Join your U.S. Representatives for some STRAIGHT TALK on Social Security Reform. Our Congressional Representatives will discuss safety net issues and proposed changes to Social Security. U.S. Representatives Zoe Lofgren, Mike Honda, and Sam Farr as well as an expert from the National Committee to Preserve Social Security will be on the panel.

WHEN: Saturday, February 26^th12:30pm to 2:00pm

WHERE: Board Chambers at The County Building70 West Hedding Street

San Jose, CA 95110

RSVP with Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren’s Office at (408) 271-8700

Open Parking will be available

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November 2004

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors invites you to a Public Forum On Addressing the County’s Long Term Transportation Needs
Public Forum Valley Transportation Plan Tuesday, November 23, 6:30 p.m.

Download flyer

October 2004

Santa Clara County Supervisor Liz Kniss
Fall Trails Day

Join Supervisor Kniss as she hosts a Fall Trails Day to highlight the
County’s park system and the importance of exercise in maintaining a healthy
lifestyle. A Santa Clara County Park Ranger will guide the walk through
Sanborn/Skyline County Park's Nature Trail, while discussing points of
interest along the way. The walk will begin at the Costanoan Picnic Area
and is appropriate for all ages. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.
The on-site parking fee will be waived for those participating in the walk.
Family and friends are welcome to attend. Rain cancels.

Where: Sanborn/Skyline County Park, 16055 Sanborn Road, Saratoga.

When: Saturday, October 16th, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

RSVP: Aaron Starr, 408-299-5057 oraaron.starr@bos.sccgov.org

For more information on the park or the County’s park system please visit
www.parkhere.org

August 2004

Nature Restoration Trust To Fund $320,000 in Matching Grants to Restore Fish and Wildlife Habitat.

SAN FRANCISCO - The Nature Restoration Trust, a partnership between PG&E Corporation and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, announced today it has issued a request for proposals and will provide up to $320,000 in challenge grants to community groups and schools for projects that restore the natural habitats of fish and wildlife.

The Nature Restoration Trust - through federal funds and PG&E Corporation shareholder funds - will provide up to two-thirds of a project's cost. Grant applicants must be able to secure the remaining one-third through non-federal sources, including cash contributions and donated goods and services.
"This program is a creative partnership that engages young people and communities in the protection and restoration of fish and wildlife habitats in the places where they live," said Foundation Executive Director John Berry. "We're delighted by the past success of the program and look forward to providing continuing support for stewardship and enhancement of the natural places that contribute to California's unique biodiversity."

Grants are available for projects within the northern and central California service area of Pacific Gas and Electric Company. Nonprofit community-based organizations, local governments and school districts are encouraged to apply. The grants are targeted at projects that involve local middle or high schools; include multiple partners; help promote diversity; and involve lands that are accessible to the public. Projects eligible for challenge grant funds include native habitat restoration, conservation, and environmental education programs.
Applications must be submitted through the Foundation's online application process. Applications and a detail of proposal guidelines are available athttp://www.nfwf.org/programs.cfm

The deadline to submit proposals is October 15, 2004.

The partnership has already delivered nearly $280,000 in Federal dollars, $280,000 in PG&E Corporation dollars, and nearly $647,000 raised by the grantees for a total investment of over $1.2 million for twenty-four successful habitat restoration projects in California.

"This unique public/private partnership has restored natural habitat from Humboldt to Santa Barbara counties and from Bay waters to the Sierra foothills, with sites as varied as an urban salt marsh, creek side vineyards and a national forest," said Robert Harris, PG&E's vice president of environmental affairs. "These restoration projects were implemented through a collaborative process that brought together the business community, local residents, schools and colleges, non-profit organizations, and government agency resource professionals."

Elementary students, high school ecology classes, university interns, and at-risk youth were provided with field science opportunities that included constructing artificial dens in fields and orchards to protect kit foxes from coyotes; developing a fisheries enhancement plan; removal of non-native species and re-planting of native plants to benefit native and often endangered species; assessment and monitoring of estuarine flora and fauna; and raising and reintroducing Pacific chorus frogs.

This year, PG&E will grant $170,000 and the Foundation will provide up to $150,000 to fulfill the partnership's commitment to fund $1 million in matching grants for restoration projects.

The Nature Restoration Trust was established in 1999 to empower communities to restore native habitats in urban, suburban and rural areas. The partnership reflects the commitment of PG&E Corporation and the Foundation to develop policies and programs that benefit the environment and foster cooperation between industry and the conservation community.

June 2004

Santa Clara County is hosting its first ever Regional Integrated Pest
Management Conference on Monday, June 07.

Many of you may remember that Supervisor Kniss fought hard for the
establishment of the Santa Clara County¹s IPM Program, which seeks to reduce or eliminate County pesticide use by utilizing alternative pest management strategies. In its short two-year history, the program has significantly changed the way that the County maintains its grounds and buildings. "I'm proud of the work that our IPM Program has done and happy to see that it is expanding its outreach efforts," stated Kniss.

Speakers from all over the country will participate in the conference, which
will discuss the environmental and human health concerns associated with
traditional pest control practices and most recent education and planning
trends that aim to minimize exposure to the public. There will also be
several exhibits and 2 afternoon sessions to chose from: Structural &
Surrounding Urban and Suburban Landscape Pest Management, and Urban Turf & Landscape, Right of Way Vegetation Management, and Aquatic Weed Management.

The conference will be held at the County Government Center located 70 West
Hedding Street in San Jose and last from 7:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M. Space is
limited so sign up soon. Follow the links below for the conference agenda
and registration form .

April 2004

Request for Applications for the Measure B Citizens Watchdog Committee (CWC)

Applications are now being accepted for new CWC Committee Members. The CWC oversees a 1/2-cent sales tax implemented by Measure B to help ensure that local tax dollars are being spent appropriately and wisely.

The CWC is made up of 10 citizens – two from each County Supervisorial
Sistrict – and are selected for a two year term. The deadline for
applications is April 23rd. For more information and application forms
please visit the Measure B web suite athttp://www.sccgov.org/measureb

April 2003

Help shape County Parks -- attend a Strategic Plan Workshopin your city!

February 2003

Supervisor Kniss, Santa Clara County, and the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority will be hosting a groundbreaking event for the Route 85/U.S. 101 North Interchange Project in Mountain View on February 12, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. at the Computer History Museum, 1401 North Shoreline Boulevard, Mountain View. All are invited to attend this long-awaited traffic relieving project.

May 2002

Wed., 5/1/02 Supervisor Liz Kniss will be speaking at The Rotary Club of Cupertino. Lunch 12:00 Noon; Program 1-1:30 pm, at the Quinlan Community Center, Cupertino Room, 10185 N. Stelling Rd., Cupertino. For further information, call (408)920-2224.

April 2002

Wed., 4/24/02 Supervisor Liz Kniss will be emceeing the first merged "Business Environmental and Susanne Wilson Environmental Achievement Awards," 11:30 am-1:30 pm. For details, please go towww.Acterra.org

June 2001

06/20/01
Santa Clara County Supervisor Liz Kniss to Hold "Roundtable" Meeting on North County Health Care Issues
06/15/01
Santa Clara County Supervisor Liz Kniss to Hold Los Altos/Los Altos Hills Town Meeting June 27th

March 2001

03/30/01
Santa Clara County Supervisor Liz Kniss to Visit Five County Public Health Clinics for April 2nd - 8th "Public Health Week"

03/28/01
Santa Clara County 5th District Supervisor Liz Kniss to Hold "Roundtable" on County Redistricting with North County Community Leaders