NewsFlash - Feb. 16

Join Mayor Saji George, the Town Council, Town Manager Jeff Jones and Town staff for the annual presentation of the State of the Town of Sunnyvale at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 22. at Town Hall, 127 N. Collins Road.

The Mayor will present an overview of the Town's key 2023 accomplishments and a look ahead to 2024. Representatives from Town departments will be available to field questions from attendees.

Today, Feb. 16, is the last day to submit an application to appear on the May 4 ballot. All applications to run must be submitted by 5 p.m.

Sunnyvale voters will elect two Town Council members for Places 5 and 6 on May 4, 2024. Council Member terms are for a period of three years. All incumbents – Larry Allen, Place 5; and Jonathan Freeman, Place 6 - are eligible to run for re-election. Anyone interested in running should visit the Town Secretary's web page to find out about requirements and the application process.

All applications to run must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16.

Work is underway on $16.4 million worth of road improvement projects recently approved by the Sunnyvale Town Council.

Phase 2B and 2C include the repair and overlay of the following sections of asphalt roadway (dates are subject to change). This week's activity is scheduled to include:

• Town East Boulevard from Polly to Collins - Construction is completed.
• Tower Place (Town East to the Library) - Construction is expected to be completed on Monday with parking lot striping to follow. Access to/from the library will be maintained during parking lot striping activities.
• North Paschall from Tripp to US 80 Frontage Road - Construction is completed.
  
• South Paschall from US 80 Frontage Road to Long Creek - Construction is completed.
• Long Creek from Larkin to US 80 - Construction is completed.
  
  

The latest updates and a preview of upcoming activities are available at TownofSunnyvale.org/RoadProjects. Construction schedules can change with short notice. We appreciate your patience.

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February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month. Cats and dogs who have been neutered are less likely to develop many fatal diseases and are less prone to engage in violent behavior. Of course, neutering pets helps reduce the number of stray and unwanted pets who find their way to animal shelters all across the nation.

Sunnyvale has lots of adoptable pets in our animal shelter awaiting a loving home. Adoption fees are still being waived. You will also receive vouchers for discounts on various pet services. Keep sharing with your friends and networks and let's resolve to find forever homes for Sunnyvale's shelter pets!

Call (214) 862-4525 or visit Petfinder page to learn about available pets!

We're still looking for a foster home for Kodak, a one-year-old German Shepherd. Kodak has severe anxiety issues and needs lots of care and attention. He is a great, loving dog. He's just very needy right now.

The Town will be responsible for Kodak's healthcare and food while in foster care. He can be adopted for FREE, and his new owner will be responsible for his continued health and recovery.

If you can assist, please contact the Sunnyvale Animal Shelter at (214) 862-4525.

The Town Center Park basketball court will be closed on Friday, Feb. 16 for concrete repair and painting. If weather allows, the court will reopen Saturday, Feb. 17. Monitor the Town's Facebook page for possible updates.

The Doris Padgett Library is celebrating Black History Month by featuring a variety of books that tell the stories of people who have made a tremendous impact. Take this time to learn about and honor the efforts and accomplishments of African Americans in all walks of life. Check out the library's online catalog to explore further.

Libraries are about so much more than books! They're places to learn, play and grow! February is Love Your Library month. Come visit the Doris Padgett Public Library at 402 Tower Place in Sunnyvale. To celebrate the month, the library will host a special ice cream social on Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. You won't want to miss that!

Carry the love well into the spring by saving Saturday, April 13 on your calendar for our 3rd annual Sunnyvale Faire and Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 402 Tower Place. The Faire is designed to highlight Sunnyvale residents, organizations and businesses. We're now accepting signups for booths. The deadline is March 15. More information>>