UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Lincoln Glen Park undergoing renovation to make it more accessible.
Lincoln Glen Park in Willow Glen is closed to visitors while crews work on renovations and the construction of a new playground. Construction is being funded through a $1 million county grant that requires it be used “to make the playground accessible not only to the 10 percent of (children) with disabilities in wheelchairs, but also to the 90 percent of (children) with disabilities who are not in wheelchairs.”
ALMADEN VALLEY>> District 10 Councilmember Johnny Khamis is organizing multiple opportunities for residents to help clean up problem areas in the district. His office is focusing on the intersection of Almaden Expressway and Highway 85, as well as other spots where illegal dumping is prevalent. He plans to announce details of the cleanups on his social media channels and via Nextdoor.
Child Advocates of Silicon Valley swore in a new class of volunteer courtappointed special advocates last month, including five residents from Almaden Valley. The new volunteers will be assigned children in the local foster care system, speaking on behalf of the children in the courts and helping ensure their wellbeing.
WILLOW GLEN/ROSE GARDEN>> Child Advocates of Silicon Valley swore in a new class of volunteer court-appointed special advocates last month, including five residents from Willow Glen and four from Rose Garden. The new volunteers will be assigned children in the local foster care system, speaking on behalf of the children in the courts and helping ensure their well-being.
WILLOW GLEN>> Lincoln Glen Park in Willow Glen is closed to visitors while crews work on renovations and the construction of a new playground. Construction is being funded through a $1 million county grant that requires it be used “to make the playground accessible not only to the 10% of (children) with disabilities in wheelchairs, but also to the 90% of (children) with disabilities who are not in wheelchairs.” The grant program mandates that playground designs meet the needs of children with autism spectrum disorder, visual and auditory impairments and other disabilities.