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Spring into Action! Beautify Your Community
Apr 04, 2026, 9:33 PM • Domingo Candelas
Summary
Councilmember Domingo Candelas invites District 8 residents to participate in several community beautification efforts this spring, including the Great American Litter Pick-Up at Lake Cunningham on April 19 and additional park cleanups organized by San Jose Parks and Rec. The newsletter highlights the recent City Council approval to keep the San Jose Giants at Excite Ballpark until 2050, emphasizing its economic and community benefits. Small businesses are encouraged to apply for Disability Access Improvement Grants to comply with ADA standards. Upcoming events include tennis court renovations, a blood drive, and regular community engagement opportunities such as farmers' market visits and youth council meetings.
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Key positions and references
Key positions
- Support community beautification through organized cleanups
- Support renewal of San Jose Giants lease at Excite Ballpark until 2050
- Encourage small businesses to utilize Disability Access Improvement Grants
- Promote community engagement via events and youth council involvement
Agenda items and issues mentioned
- San Jose Giants lease renewal at Excite Ballpark
- Disability Access Improvement Grants program
- Tennis court renovation in District 8
- 988 Crisis and Suicide Lifeline awareness
Meetings and events mentioned
- Great American Litter Pick-Up at Lake Cunningham, April 19, 2025
- Tennis Court Renovation, March 31-April 4, 2025
- American Red Cross Blood Drive at Evergreen Village Square, April 18, 2025
- District 8 Youth Council Committee meeting
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Council District 8 March Newsletter Hi Neighbors, Spring is almost here! Take advantage of the sunny and warm weather and do some spring cleaning. During the next few months, there will be multiple opportunities to get involved with my office and help beautify our neighborhoods. Join me and my team on Saturday, April 19, as we roll up our sleeves and celebr…