Solar energy project to impact parking in Cupertino

Lots of sun

Construction of a photovoltaics project was set to begin on Dec. 8 at the Quinlan Community Center in the Alves parking lot, the Cupertino Sports Center parking lot and the roof of Cupertino Community Hall. The Capital Improvement Project is part of the city’s renewable energy efforts.

From Dec. 8-24, construction fencing will be installed in the Alves parking lot and Cupertino Sports Center parking lots. During this period, parking will not be available in these locations. If work is completed ahead of schedule, the affected parking areas will be reopened as soon as possible. Additional parking impacts are anticipated in February or March.

Construction activity will also take place on the roof of Community Hall, temporarily affecting seven adjacent parking spaces. The dates for that area are not yet confirmed.

Holiday open house

State Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens is holding his inaugural Holiday Open House on Dec. 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the Homestead High School cafeteria, 21370 Homestead Road, Cupertino. The event will feature  a legislative update, and Ahrens will discuss local and state issues. Residents are invited to come share ideas for legislation. RSVP at https://bit.ly/4pLhEXu

Fire Wise Cupertino

Cal Fire and CERT experts will reveal how fire maps are made and what they mean for residents’ safety at a Fire Wise Cupertino session set for Dec. 13, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at the Cupertino Library.

Attendees can learn actionable steps to prepare before wildfires strike and how to respond when they do.