Letters from the Public - 7 of 10 — San Jose City Council, March 14, 2023

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March 13, 2023
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Re: Agenda Item 3.5 -- Measure T Status Report
Dear Mayor Mahan and Councilmembers,
The undersigned organizations urge the Council to approve the memo from Councilmembers Candelas and Ortiz and maintain the City’s commitment to improving water quality at Lake Cunningham through Measure T funding. Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color.

Background
In 2018, San Jose voters overwhelmingly approved Measure T, a $650M infrastructure bond measure. In a groundbreaking move, $50M of that funding was designated by the City Council for natural flood and water quality protection, focused primarily on Coyote Valley. The 2019 acquisition of 937 acres of open space and farmland in North Coyote Valley for permanent conservation used less than the full $50M, leaving $3.2M unused in the “Environmental and Flood Protection Projects” funding category. In 2021, the Council unanimously voted to keep that $3.2M dedicated to water quality projects, such as improving the water quality of Lake

Cunningham – a purpose that is aligned with Measure T’s language concerning funds for natural flood and water quality protection.

This funding was always intended to be used for environmental protection. The vast majority of Measure T funding has already been used for other infrastructure projects. Voters were told in 2018 that $50M of the funding would go towards natural flood and water quality protection, and the Council reaffirmed that commitment in 2021. The City should not abandon that commitment to the voters by taking this $3.2M away from environmental protection and using it for other purposes.

Importance of Lake Cunningham
For generations, Lake Cunningham served as one of the primary open space recreation areas for the East Side. Families who could not afford weekends at Lake Tahoe had their own lake, in their own neighborhood, where they could swim, boat, and hold weddings and quinceañeras.

But for decades, water quality in Lake Cunningham has been degrading to the point where now, swimming and even boating have been prohibited for health and safety reasons. This is both an environmental disaster and a major inequity inflicted upon a low-income community of color.

The $3.2 million in environmental funding will help begin the path to improved water quality.

Furthermore, restoring the water quality in Lake Cunningham is an important natural resource issue. The area surrounding Lake Cunningham was once a freshwater marsh known as Laguna Socayre. Streams coming down from the hills spread out in the several thousand acres of bottomlands that lay at the foot of the alluvial fans, and formed wetland complexes where discontinuous streams interspersed with willow thickets. Lake Cunningham is not only a recreational resource; it is a significant remnant of San Jose’s historical wetlands, and as such could be providing valuable ecosystem benefits to the region, including flood protection, habitat, and climate resilience.

We urge the Council not to walk back the commitment made in June 2021 for the use of the $3.2M in funding for water quality improvement. Please reaffirm the Council commitment to the voters to use this funding for prevention of water quality contamination.

Sincerely,
Alice Kaufman, Policy and Advocacy Director
Green Foothills
Shani Kleinhaus, Environmental Advocate
Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society
Jordan Grimes, Resilience Manager
Greenbelt Alliance
James Eggers, Executive Director
Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter
Juan Estrada, President
District 5 United
Deb Kramer, Executive Director
Keep Coyote Creek Beautiful
Richard Konda, Executive Director
Asian Law Alliance
Poncho Guevara, Executive Director
Sacred Heart Community Service
Sandy Flores, President, Capitol Park Goss Neighborhood Association Bela Ferreira, Executive Director
(POSSO) Portuguese Organization for Social Services and Opportunities Judy Fenerty, Conservation Chair
California Native Plant Society, Santa Clara Valley Chapter

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Hello,
I am an East Side Evergreen resident. Please don’t take away the funds for Lake Cunningham. We cannot go boating or use the water area. Such a waste.

Here is the form email content below. TLDR is don’t screw us over on the largest SJ park. —Leon
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

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Leon Brown

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Subject: Viswanath Jakka 95135 - Agenda Item 3.5, 3/14/23, Measure T's water quality funding: Lake Cunningham

Dear San Jose City Council
I am writing to you regarding an environmental equity issue. Do not shift funding that would allow the city to take a step toward improved water quality at Lake Cunningham. Further delaying any action would be a continued injustice.

I ask that you not shift the $3.2 million in funding previously designated for water quality improvement that would allow the City to begin a path to improved water quality at Lake Cunningham. This 50-acre open space is a vital resource for all San Jose residents. After years of deteriorating water quality and major fish die-offs, the lake was closed down, taking away open space and unmatched recreational activities for families and residents of all ages. Our families deserve more access to open space, not less. Our families deserve investments in water quality improvements. Our families deserve nearby access to recreational activities. Now is the time to begin working toward improved water quality, not time to shift these funds to potential construction projects or other potential uses.

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Subject: Ashok Jethanandani 95148 - Agenda Item 3.5, 3/14/23, Measure T's water quality funding: Lake Cunningham

I live just south of Lake Cunningham Park, and have unfortunately seen the maintenance of this vital park decline in the past 10 years or so. Poor water quality, broken piers, withdrawal of recreation like boating and fishing, lakeside path in disrepair. The eastside residents value this park, and the park needs improvements.

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Wate Bakker

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please fulfill Measure T to the fullest in observance of the voters' wishes, and please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Brian Schmidt

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

This $3.2M is the last remnant of the $50M in Measure T funds dedicated to environmental protection. Please do not abandon your commitment to the voters by taking away this funding and using it for other projects. You would be out of integrity and not what the community expects from you!
Thank you for your consideration.

Amari Thomas
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Amari Thomas

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Frank Milobar

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Harry Oberhelmqn

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

If you take away the $3.2M, community will lose a grand opportunity to engage with the environment.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Italia Salvaje

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
This vote is an opportunity to make a lastly legacy and a commitment to quality of life choices for San Jose, and climate change impacts. Please vote for visionary and sound policy! Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color.

Please listen to your constituents!
Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Jyl Lutes

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Cheryl rosenquist

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Teresa Stahl

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Dear City Clerk City Clerk,
I was born and raised in the neighborhoods near Lake Cunningham and now live in The Villages with my mother. The park has been and is an integral part of the community and is the only large park on this side of town.

I am shocked at the condition the park is in now. Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at this park, now located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
Mary E Martin

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Dear City Clerk Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

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Dear City Clerk Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
Do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

This $3.2M is the last remnant of the $50M in Measure T funds dedicated to environmental protection. Do not abandon your commitment to the voters by taking away this funding and using it for other projects.

Sincerely,
Thomas Carlino

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Dear City Clerk Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

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Dear City Clerk Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

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I ask that you not shift the $3.2 million in funding previously designated for water quality improvement that would allow the City to begin a path to improved water quality at Lake Cunningham. This 50-acre open space is a vital resource for all San Jose residents and especially those in East San Jose. After years of deteriorating water quality and major fish die- offs, the lake was closed down, taking away open space and unmatched recreational activities for families in East San José and residents of all ages. Our families deserve more access to open space, not less. Our families deserve investments in water quality improvements. Our families deserve nearby access to recreational activities. Now is the time to begin working toward improved water quality, not time to shift these funds to potential construction projects or other potential uses.

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Dear City Clerk Dear Mayor and Councilmembers,
Please do not take away the $3.2M in Measure T funds that was previously committed to improving water quality at a park located in a low-income community of color. The water in Lake Cunningham is so degraded that swimming and even boating are prohibited. Residents of the East Side deserve to have this inequity addressed, and this funding will help begin the path towards improved water quality.

Thank you for your consideration.

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I ask that you not shift the $3.2 million in funding previously designated for water quality improvement that would allow the City to begin a path to improved water quality at Lake Cunningham. This 50-acre open space is a vital resource for all San Jose residents and especially those in East San Jose. After years of deteriorating water quality and major fish die- offs, the lake was closed down, taking away open space and unmatched recreational activities for families in East San José and residents of all ages. Our families deserve more access to open space, not less. Our families deserve investments in water quality improvements. Our families deserve nearby access to recreational activities. Now is the time to begin working toward improved water quality, not time to shift these funds to potential construction projects or other potential uses.

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FW: S Randle 95135 - Agenda Item 3.5, 3/14/23, Measure T's water quality funding: Lake Cunningham City Clerk <
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Subject: S Randle 95135 - Agenda Item 3.5, 3/14/23, Measure T's water quality funding: Lake Cunningham

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FW: Renee Churnin 95138 - Agenda Item 3.5, 3/14/23, Measure T's water quality funding: Lake Cunningham
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Subject: Renee Churnin 95138 - Agenda Item 3.5, 3/14/23, Measure T's water quality funding: Lake Cunningham

I ask that you not shift the $3.2 million in funding previously designated for water quality improvement that would allow the City to begin a path to improved water quality at Lake Cunningham. This 50-acre open space is a vital resource for all San Jose residents and especially those in East San Jose. After years of deteriorating water quality and major fish die- offs, the lake was closed down, taking away open space and unmatched recreational activities for families in East San José and residents of all ages. Our families deserve more access to open space, not less. Our families deserve investments in water quality improvements. Our families deserve nearby access to recreational activities. Now is the time to begin working toward improved water quality, not time to shift these funds to potential construction projects or other potential uses.

Renee Churnin
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San Jose City Council
March 14, 2023