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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cupertino public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Compliance with Single-Use Plastic Foodware Ordinance
Local rules were updated to match strict state laws banning thick plastic checkout bags.
Waste Education Programming Subcommittee Appointment
Staff introduced the "Waste Warriors" pilot program, a six-class educational series designed to teach residents and employees about recycling, composting, and waste diversion. The commission formed a dedicated subcommittee to help shape the curriculum and select participants.
Food Waste Reduction and Food Insecurity Support
The commission highlighted FoodLifts, a youth-run group that collects surplus produce from farmers markets and donates it to local pantries like West Valley Community Services, tackling food waste and local hunger at the same time.
Soil Contamination and Vapor Mitigation at The Rise Block 5
Residents and council members discussed the county-approved vapor intrusion mitigation system (VIMS) designed to protect future residents of The Rise Block 5 from underground PCE and TCE chemical vapors. Mayor Moore requested a detailed staff memo on how multiple nearby contamination plumes interact.