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Holiday Safety Tips, Santa at the Square & More!
Apr 04, 2026, 9:28 PM • Domingo Candelas
Summary
Councilmember Domingo Candelas emphasizes holiday safety by urging residents to secure packages and homes, recommending alternatives like package lockers and direct post office mail drop-offs. He highlights a newly approved 45-day moratorium on new tobacco retailer permits in East San José to address the high density of tobacco outlets and illegal sales, prioritizing youth and community health. The Evergreen Branch Library will operate as an Overnight Warming Location from November through April, providing shelter and services for unhoused residents. Community engagement is encouraged through a District 8 survey and input on upcoming youth skateboard and bike lessons at Lake Cunningham.
Related causes
Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support holiday safety measures
- Approve moratorium on new tobacco retailer permits
- Prioritize youth and vulnerable community health
- Promote community engagement via surveys and programs
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- 45-day moratorium on new tobacco retailer, smoke shop, and smoking lounge permits
- Evergreen Branch Library Overnight Warming Location program
- District 8 Community Survey
- Youth skateboard and bike lessons at Lake Cunningham
Meetings and events mentioned
- District 8 Community Survey deadline
- Youth skateboard and bike lesson planning input
- Tree planting at Welch Park
- Dumpster Day community cleanup
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Council District 8 Newsletter Hi Neighbor, During the holiday season, the surge in shopping, travel, and gatherings can lead to an increase in package theft, mail tampering, and home burglaries. By following these SJPD holiday safety tips , you can help keep your home and deliveries secure—and enjoy the holidays with peace of mind. To protect your packages,…