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From:Anne Ezzat
To:Christopher Jensen; City Attorney"s Office; Kirsten Squarcia; City Clerk
Subject:Special Meeting Information Clarification
Date:Wednesday, May 10, 2023 7:15:42 PM
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Dear Mr. Jensen,
I was puzzled by the outcome of the special meeting. It was unclear what Municipal
Code Sections were violated that would require a referral to the DA's office for
Council Members Moore and Chao. It is also unclear as to what evidence allows the
city to make such a referral. Would you be able to provide me with the Municipal
Code Citations, as well as the evidence? Would love to see it.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Regards,
Brooke Ezzat
Kirsten, could you please make sure that this email is entered into the public record for the next
Regular Council Meeting on May 16th. Thank you!
From:Kevin Yu
To:City Council
Subject:7573 Prospect Rd Concern
Date:Monday, May 15, 2023 2:30:11 PM
Attachments:Kevin Yu - 7561 Prospect Rd..docx
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To whom it may concern,
It has come to my attention that on May 16th there will be a hearing concerning my adjacent
neighbor Todd Hutching and the state of his property at 7573 Prospect Rd. Unfortunately, I
will not be able to attend the hearing, but I have attached a word document expressing my
concerns.
Thank you.
Kevin
Cupertino Mayor Wei & Cupertino City Council Members
City of Cupertino
10300 Torre Ave
Cupertino, CA 95014
April 14, 2023
7573 Prospect Rd (owner Todd Hutchings)
Dear Mayor Wei and Cupertino City Council Members,
I am writing to you on behalf of my parents, who are the owners of the adjacent property (7561 Prospect),
regarding a troubled individual in our neighborhood who is in need of immediate help.
Since moving into his property, Todd Hutchings has caused nothing but destruction to his surrounding
environment and has stolen the peace of mind of everyone in the neighborhood within earshot. My parents,
who have enjoyed the peaceful neighborhood for the past 40 years have expressed to me how they now feel
unsafe in their own home due to the excessive shouting of profanities, screaming, and hostile behavior displayed
by Mr. Hutchings. It is evident that Mr. Hutchings is suffering from clear and undeniable mental illness.
Initially, I attempted to reach out to Mr. Hutchings to discuss his disruptive behavior and the deteriorating
condition of his property. However, each time I approached him while he was in his front yard, I was met with
dismissive and increasingly aggressive responses. After several failed attempts to engage in a productive
conversation, I reluctantly abandoned my efforts, realizing that communicating with Mr. Hutchings would be
fruitless, if not bring harm to myself.
Over the past few years, we have witnessed the progressive destruction of Mr. Hutchings' own property. Torn up
driveway, the poor installation of unsightly fences, and a neglected front yard are just a few things on the list of
damages he has done to his place. He constructed a fence between our properties without seeking any kind of
approval or consultation. In the process, he covered a portion of our front yard with dirt. Moreover, we
frequently discovered scraps of construction waste and other trash thrown over his fence into our yard. Fearful
of provoking his violent outbursts, my parents refrained from filing any complaints.
The City of Cupertino issued a Red Tag Order on Mr. Hutchings' property some time ago, which should have
prohibited him from residing there. However, I have personally witnessed him in the area and heard him yelling
from within his house in the past month. If the City fails to enforce its own orders, to whom can we turn for
help?
Furthermore, Mr. Hutchings has made illegal structural alterations to the garage, which is the closest adjacent
structure to our property. Should this structure fail and damage our property, will the City accept responsibility
for not enforcing its order and preventing further destruction?
I have observed Mr. Hutchings' sister visiting on a few occasions to help him repair his house to meet the
required standards. I even spoke with them once to gauge their efforts in getting him the help he needs.
Unfortunately, it seemed as though they were resigned to the fact that he refuses any assistance. If his own
family is unable to help him, who can we rely on for assistance?
I kindly request that Cupertino Code Enforcement enforce code section CMC 1.12.010 and impose the maximum
fine of $1000 per occurrence, as well as consider jail time of up to six months. Additionally, I urge the Cupertino
City Attorney to initiate proceedings for the involuntary sale of the property, as previously mentioned in their
respective letters.
Mr. Hutchings should not be faulted for his mental illness, but he must be held accountable for the harm he has
caused to the neighborhood and the emotional distress he has inflicted on those around him. It is evident that
he is unable to address these problems independently and requires the City of Cupertino to intervene with a
solution. A mandatory mental health treatment plea in response to his criminal complaint will help Mr. Hutchings
to obtain the help he desperately needs. Without such intervention, Mr. Hutchings poses a significant risk, and it
is not a matter of if but when he will harm someone in his vicinity. If there is even a chance to prevent such an
incident and provide him with the necessary help he needs, the City should exert every effort to make it happen.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Kevin Yu
7561 Prospect Rd.
Cupertino, CA 95014
(408)568-9939