I Love Pleasanton Schools – Support Through Donation
I was recently sent an email about a new fundraiser for Pleasanton Schools. ILovePleasantonSchools.com
The Pleasanton Partnerships in Education and Pleasanton Schools Education Enrichment foundations joined forces with the PUSD to raise money in hopes of closing the $2.8 million gap. This fundraiser runs through August 15, 2009 and as of June 26th, $166,999 has been raised.
Measure G in Pleasanton nearly reached the 2/3 Yes vote needed to placed a 4 year parcel tax of $233. This fundraiser is aimed to place money where Measure G would have.
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For more information on getting involved, email mail@ppie.org, denisewatkins@comcast.net, or publicinfo@pleasanton.k12.ca.us or call 925-426-4304
Amador Estates Neighborhood – Pleasanton Vintage Ad
Pleasanton Neighborhood – Amador Estates
In 1964 you could buy a Pleasanton home for $16,500 in the Amador Estates (across from Aquatic Center). Today a home in the Amador Estates is somewhere in the mid $500,000. An increase in 40+ years of over 3,200%!! Is that right… Anyway, here is a copy of that ad I found on our friends site Suburban Lifestyles
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City of Pleasanton Budget Workshop
City of Pleasanton CIP Budget Workshop
Every 2 years the City of Pleasanton adopts a budget which includes the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The goal of this workshop is for the council, staff and public to dialogue about projects and funds.
Financial Summary:
Total city expenditures for 2009-2010 are $186.1 Million for the operating budget plus $8.7 Million in the CIP. Total city expenditures for 2010-2011 are $190.3 Million for the operating budget plus $6.2 Million in the CIP.
The City of Pleasanton budget workshop focuses not only on new improvements throughout Pleasanton, but maintenance of roads, parks, water and sewer systems. Adoption of the budget is scheduled for the June 16th council meeting.
City of Pleasanton
(Operating & CIP Budget Workshop) Tuesday June 9, 2009 6:30pm City Council Chamber 200 Old Bernal Ave, PleasantonPleasanton Hotel Now Home to Farmer Restaurant
After months of cleaning and planning the Pleasanton Hotel in Downtown Pleasanton plans to open in mid July. The new restaurant will be called The Farmer Restaurant (at the Pleasanton Hotel).
At the end of 2008 the Pleasanton Hotel owner did not renew the lease of the existing restaurant in the Pleasanton Hotel. The owners of the Pleasanton Hotel wanted to update the hotel and target a ‘younger’ crowd. We will see if Farmer Restaurant has what it takes to attract a different crowd.
Farmer Restaurant has a motto of Eat, Drink and be Merry. Down-home food in a fun, friendly atmosphere. There will be music & dancing at the restaurant. The Pleasanton Hotel also books weddings and banquets which they can host on their large outdoor patio.
For more information on the Farmer Restaurant at the Pleasanton Hotel, contact Beth 925.399.6690 or beth@pleasantonhotel.com
Pleasanton Measure G Results
Pleasanton Measure G – The Pleasanton Parcel Tax - FAILED!
The Alameda County Registrar of Voters posted a 62% approval. For Measure G to have passed 2/3 of voters needed to be in favor. Measure G would have generated over $4 million a year from the $233 parcel tax. Instead the district will meet Wednesday at 6:30 to discuss what cuts will be made. Class sizes will go up, counseling, reading and math programs will be cut as well.
Was this the right decision for Pleasanton children, parents and staff? Did the district fail to prepare for budget cuts?
Downtown Pleasanton Events 2009
For many years, Pleasanton Concerts in the Park and First Wednesday Street Party have drawn huge crowds. If you have not been out, you need to go!
Here is a complete list of Downtown Pleasanton events you can print out and hang on your fridge.
Downtown Pleasanton Events 2009 (click and print)
One of the things that makes Pleasanton so great is the Pleasanton Downtown Association that organizes events like these below which attract people from all over the East Bay.
First Wednesday Street Parties
The street parties run from 6 pm to 9 pm on Main St.
June 3rd ~ Jump into Summer
July 1st ~ Red, White, & Blues
August 5th ~ Dog Days of Summer
Sept 2nd ~ Celebration Pleasanton
Friday Concerts In the Park
Concert in the Park runs from 7 pm to 8:30 pm with live music featuring blues, R&B, rock & roll, country
June 5th to September 4th
Antique Fairs
The antique fairs run from 8 am to 4 pm on Main St.
Sunday, May 24th
Sunday, October 11th
Good Guy’s Car Show
May 30th – May 31st – 16th Summer Get Together – Fairgrounds
Aug. 21st – 23rd – 23rd West Coast Nationals – Fairgrounds
Nov. 14th – 15th – 20th Autumn Get Together – Fairgrounds
Wine Stroll
Thursday, July 16th 6:00 – 9:00
Sample wines at various merchant locations. Call 484-2199 to purchase tickets
Alameda County Fair
July 1st – July 19th (Closed Mondays)
Tues. – Thur. 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Fri. – Sun. 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
July 4th 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Farmer’s Market
9:00a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on every Saturday, Year Round
Magical Holiday Evening
Friday, November 20th 6:00 – 9:00
Hometown Holiday Celebration
Dec. 5th Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting ~ 5:30pm to 8:30pm
See you in Downtown Pleasanton!
Pleasanton School Scores – Updated Pleasanton API Scores
Pleasanton Schools Score Higher on API Scores for 2009
It is always good to see progress in Pleasanton and the Pleasanton Schools are a fine example. The Pleasanton Schools updated API scores are out. While the economy is down Pleasanton API scores are not. PUSD scores are up overall by 2 points.
Pleasanton API Scores
07-08 08-09 Diff
PUSD 893 895 2
Alisal Elementary 897 893 -4
Donlon Elementary 900 922 22
Fairlands Elementary 915 931 16
Hearst Elementary 930 936 6
Lydiksen Elementary 899 871 -28
Mohr Elementary 961 956 -5
Valley View Elementary 915 904 -11
Vintage Hills Elementary 916 920 4
Walnut Grove Elementary 922 914 -8
Hart Middle 895 906 11
Harvest Park Middle 899 924 25
Pleasanton Middle 905 931 26
Amador Valley High 870 867 -3
Foothill High 884 878 -6
Village High 584 612 28
So where do we go on Pleasanton’s Measure G
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Harvey Named PUSD Teacher of the Year
Debbie Harvey-PUSD Teacher of the Year
The Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) named Debbie Harvey Teacher of the Year. Ms. Harvey teaches Life Management, Foods 101 & 102, Catering and Child Growth and Development. Before coming to the PUSD in 1990 Ms. Harvey taught in Hayward and Long Beach.
Ms. Harvey has served as Department Chair, is active with the Tri-Valley Educational Collaborative, Future Farmers of America, 4-H and is the advisor for the FHA-Hero club.
Debbie Harvey is now eligible for the Alameda County Teacher of the Year. In October we will know…
Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton
Pleasanton Firehouse Arts Center
Scheduled to open in early 2010, the Firehouse Arts Center in Pleasanton is soon to be the latest Downtown Pleasanton destination. The Firehouse Arts Center is located in Fire Station One which was constructed in 1929. The historic fire station has been renovated into a state of the art studio theater, art gallery, two classrooms, offices and lobby.
How can you get involved?
On May 16th from 6:00 to 10:00 “That’s Entertainment” Gala will showcase talent you will see in the future Firehouse Arts Center. Dinner is served along with live entertainment, an art sale and live auction.
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Info Pleasanton Measure G Parcel Tax
YES or NO on Measure G, Pleasanton Parcel Tax?
The Parcel Tax – Measure G in Pleasanton has become a hot topic. Signs are out, buttons are being worn and stickers are on the SUV’s.
Reasons for NO on Measure G
PleasantonParcelTaxInfo.com says NO – Stating the Pleasanton Unified School District has not implemented long term solutions to the budget problems. They state an ever increasing amount of spending from car allowances to annual raises need to be checked first. The $233 parcel tax in Pleasanton is the wrong time and the district needs to look at long term planning, not a ‘band-aid’ fix to the problem.
Reasons for YES on Measure G
SavePleasantonSchools.org says Measure G will reduce class sizes in ninth grade English and Math classes, keep counselors in the schools, improve technology in the classroom and keep music programs in school. The $233 Parcel Tax funds will go to Pleasanton students and not to administration salaries.
HOW WILL YOU VOTE?
