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Join us for Public Safety Night & National Night Out!
Apr 04, 2026, 9:30 PM • Domingo Candelas
Summary
Councilmember Domingo Candelas invites District 8 residents to engage with public safety and community organizations at the August 1 Music in the Square Public Safety Night and the August 5 National Night Out events held at multiple neighborhood sites. These events aim to strengthen community bonds and promote safety awareness. The newsletter highlights ongoing VTA Eastridge to BART Regional Connector construction with lane and sidewalk closures affecting Capitol Expressway and Ocala Avenue, urging caution and awareness of detours. Residents are encouraged to join neighborhood associations to influence local policy and budget priorities. Additional community activities include park activations and cultural events like the Indian Flag Raising Ceremony.
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Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support community engagement with public safety
- Promote neighborhood association involvement
- Inform residents about VTA construction impacts
- Encourage participation in local cultural and park events
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- VTA Eastridge to BART Regional Connector construction
- Public Safety Night resource fair
- National Night Out neighborhood events
- City park maintenance and activations
Meetings and events mentioned
- Music in the Square Public Safety Night (August 1)
- National Night Out (August 5)
- Indian Flag Raising Ceremony (August 15)
- District 8 park activations at Brigadoon and Meadowfair Parks
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Council District 8 Newsletter Hi Neighbor, While we are approaching the end of summer vacation, there are still many opportunities to have fun with your family and friends! Join us on Friday, August 1st, for a special edition of Music in the Square as we celebrate Public Safety Night. A resource fair will take place during the band's performance, offering y…