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New 49ers stadium passes vote in Santa Clara

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:22:06 +0000

Candlestick Park has been the home of the San Francisco 49ers since 1971, and housed the San Francisco Giants before that starting in 1960. Now, Santa Clara voters have decided it’s time for a change. The mysterious-sounding Measure J was passed on June 8, when city voters agreed to lease land to the 49ers Stadium Authority for the construction of a new 68,500-seat football stadium. The only thing the 49ers need now is the money to get the job done.Team owner John York says he made the decision to move with his family of players, and that they challenged themselves to think about it from the fans’ perspective. It’s true that the Candlestick stadium is far past its prime, but many fans still remember it for its iconic playoff matches. While the vote may seem sacrilegious to some 49ers fans, history is never made easily. The as-yet-unnamed stadium (expected to start construction in 2012) could turn out to be just as iconic as Candlestickand a lot more environmentally friendly. If everything goes according to plan, it will be the first stadium with a green roof and solar panels. The 49ers Stadium Authority is also currently exploring options with the Environmental Protection Agency, including nearby public transit (VTA, ACE, and Amtrak), recycled water for irrigation and plumbing, no CFC-based refrigerants (which contribute to ozone depletion), and permanent ventilation monitoring systems.Though not even named, you can already visit the stadium online at www.49ersnewstadium.com. Information is still sparse, but there are General FAQs up which should alleviate some fans’ concerns. “Will the team still be called the San Fancisco 49ers?” The answer: absolutely. Ticket prices and seating relocations for premium seating holders is still being determined, but there are plans to set up a marketing center in Santa Clara for the stadium where fans can get their first look at their favorite team’s new favorite home.

Tips for Moving to Santa Clara

admin — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:52:52 +0000

If you are considering making a move to Santa Clara, CA, you will want to make sure that you have everything in order before you load up the moving van and head toward your new city of residence. Preparedness is the key to a smooth transition.One of the first things that you will want to do is make sure that you have a job when you arrive. The city of Santa Clara and the surrounding area has many different types of jobs available, including many jobs in the area of Silicon Valley. McAfee is headquartered in the Santa Clara, as is the U.S. office of Namco Bandai Games.Once you have a good job lined up, you will want to check the real estate listings in the area to see what types of residences are available. If you want to buy a home, you will find a number of properties, but you need to remember that the cost of homes in California is much higher than many other areas of the nation. You can also find many apartment complexes as well as houses for rent. The apartments generally start at around 800 dollars per month for studios or one bedroom units. If you need more space, the cost will naturally be higher.With your new job and your new home in place, the next thing you need to do is take care of your utilities. The city is quite green-minded, and you can even choose to use 100 renewable energy. Call the cable company and see if they have wireless Internet service plans. Make sure that you know the trash schedule if you live in a house, and make sure that you have forwarded your mailing address.Moving to Santa Clara is easy, and it might be one of the best decisions you will ever make. Just be prepared before you start!

Santa Clara, CA is a Clean, Green City

admin — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:52:28 +0000

Living in Santa Clara, California has a number of benefits, including the great weather and the wide variety of activities. The city is also environmentally friendly, and the city leaders have made a commitment to find green resources for power and to reduce greenhouse gases. This dedication to the environment is nothing new for Santa Clara though. In 1975, they were using solar utilities, and they have the first recycled water program in the Bay Area.The public parking area at the Great American Train Station will be using a photovoltaic system that can help control energy costs by providing a renewable source of energy into the electric system. The city owned vehicles are efficient as well. A large number of the vehicles in their fleet are hybrid vehicles, and this helps to reduce the CO2 emissions. The power company receives some of their power from the Big Horn Wind Power Project in the state of Washington. This means that much of the energy used in the area comes from clean resources.The residents of Santa Clara get involved as well. The city offers curbside battery collection as part of their recycling program, which means that fewer batteries that are harmful to the environment will end up in the landfills. Residents will also be able to choose the type of power that they receive, and they can choose to use 100 renewable power at affordable rates.Anyone who cares about the environment and who wants to do more to change the way that people are living, and reduce pollution and greenhouse gases would do well to take a page from Santa Clara. They are already taking steps that other areas of the nation will soon have to follow, and they are showing just how easy being green can be.