BLOCK LEADER BINDER
TABLE OF CONTENT

Section One: Introductory Information

1.1 Welcome from City Manager Dave Knapp
1.2 Why You Should Become a Cupertino Block Leader

Please complete the following forms and return to City Manager's Office, City Hall, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, CA 95014
1.3 Volunteer Application
1.4 Waiver Form

Section Two: Resources to Get Started

2.1 4 Reasons to Get to Know Your Neighbor Flyer
2.2 Block Leader Brochure
2.3 Block Leader Program - Powerpoint
2.4 Frequently Asked Questions
2.5 Walk Around the Block - Ideas to Spark Your Start
2.6 Scenarios for Meeting your Neighbors
2.7 Courier Article - May 2004
2.8 Sample ID Cards
2.9 Sample Introduction Letter in English
2.10 Sample Introduction Letter translated into Chinese
2.11 Cultural Tips
2.12 Community Improvement Grant Program & Application

Section Three: Two-Way Communication

Block Leaders receive emails about developmental activities and events in their immediate neighborhoods.
3.1 Sample Email to Block Leaders
3.2 Map of Block Leaders
3.3 "Stirring the Pot" - Communications Manual

Section Four: Block Parties

4.1 Block Party Brochure
4.2 Block Party Application
4.3 Easy Recipes for Throwing a Block Party

Section Five: Neighborhood Watch and Safety

5.1 Neighborhood Watch Program Manual
5.2 What is Neighborhood Watch?
5.3 How to Start a Neighborhood Watch Group
5.4 eCap Community Alert Program

Section Six: Neighborhood Emergency Readiness

6.1 Emergency Preparedness Program Overview
6.2 Telephone Tips During an Emergency
6.3 Neighborhood Organization / Earthquake Drill
6.4 How to Organize a Neighborhood Meeting
6.5 Backpack Kit: Emergency Supplies to Keep in Your Car
6.6 Preparedness Information Request
6.7 Emergency Preparedness Training Schedule

Section Seven: Community Resources

7.1 County Mediation and Conflict Resolution Services
7.2 Cupertino Scene (City Newsletter)

Section Eight: Templates for Block Leaders

8.1 Sample Introduction Letter to Neighbors
8.2 Sample Neighborhood Newsletter
8.3 Sample Block Party Invitation
8.4 Sample Neighborhood Organizational Meeting Invitation
8.5 Sample Neighborhood Watch Meeting Invitation
8.6 Information Sheet for New Residents
8.7 Neighborhood Contact Sheet Option A
8.8 Neighborhood Contact Sheet Option B