BCAC Members and Community Friends, It is in sadness that we send you this message of grief and loss.   Dr. Robert “Bob” Gross passed away on July 4th at age 92 – He was a former 20-year Valley Water Director & Alviso Historian – Korean War medic veteran and good friend to all.  Many in… Read More Dr. Robert “Bob” Gross – In memoriam

BCAC Members and Community Friends, Let’s get together before we launch our Summer 2025.  We will be giving time for our elected officials or their staff to bring us the latest on legislation and events.   And closing the meeting will be Marc Landgraf, Asst. General Manager, Open Space Authority.  There is so much beautify available… Read More BCAC General Monthly Meeting 10-June @ 7PM

BCAC Members and Community Friends, Here is your opportunity to get an executive view of the proposed $5B+ San José budget. While much of the annual city spending is “baked in” there is still the challenging task of prioritizing those precious few remaining funds so as to deliver the most value to the community. We… Read More BCAC Meeting 12-May @ 7PM Community Center

The Great American Litter Pick-up is this weekend! (4/19) In honor of Earth Day, join us for the annual citywide litter pick-up. Find a location near you and participate in this initiative to keep our community clean and beautiful. Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the website below to find a cleanup site near you. The… Read More The Great American Litter Pick-up is this weekend! (4/19)

BCAC Members and Community Friends, It is likely that everyone watched the news footage of Pacific Palisades homes reduced to smoking ashes, its residents struggling with such loss.  And if we look East, those lovely green hills are loading up on what, in a month or so, will become fuel.  Our April featured presentation will… Read More General Meeting Invitation – April 14th

BCAC Members and Community Friends, As it has been for decades the BCAC’s March Meeting acknowledges our Citizen of the Year and celebrates one of the many ethnic groups that enrich our history and our community.  This year’s Citizen of the Year will be the 35th person who will get recognition for their many contributions… Read More BCAC March General Monthly Meeting Monday 10-March @ 7PM

We invite you to join us at the Berryessa Community Center (3050 Berryessa Road) on Monday February 10th at 7:00 PM.  After a couple of months hiatus, we will get a timely update from our elected officials/staff and community leaders – much to share from Sacramento and here in San José.  Additionally, we have invited Demely… Read More BCAC February General Monthly Meeting

Join us at 7:00PM, Monday Jan 13th at the Berryessa Community Center (3050 Berryessa Road) when we will be hosting a meeting centered on your safety (Agenda Attached). While we live in a low crime area of a low crime city, it is so important to engage with and learn from our first responders –… Read More BCAC General Monthly meeting 13-Jan @ 7PM

BCAC Members and Community Friends, ‘Tis the Season!  It will be a great evening together as we  So dress in warm festive attire and join us at the Berryessa Community Center (3050 Berryessa Road) starting at 7:00PM.   Of course we want you to attend in person – it sends a powerful message to the presenters when… Read More BCAC December General Monthly Meeting 9-Dec @ 7PM

As Thanksgiving approaches, I am keenly aware that I live in a community that is engaged, connected and mutually supportive.  In the spirit of deep appreciation, the agenda will bring our US Veterans into sharp focus with Presenting the Colors by the St. Victor Scouts and Guest Speaker, Irvin Goodwin, CEO and Founder of the… Read More November General Monthly Meeting 11-11 @7PM