The Concerned Citizens of Cupertino have qualified three initiatives for an election this fall. Cupertino needs some voter-established guidelines for its future evolution or else the quality of life in this community will be damaged by profit-driven, unrestricted, development. Opponents of the initiatives have promulgated false statements about them. It is essential that voters understand the features and complexities of the initiatives in order to make an informed decision. Let's take a look at the three CCC initiatives for building heights, density and setbacks.

The tony community of Cupertino is split over future development and the dispute that's simmered for more than a year is headed for a showdown in November over three ballot initiatives.

A loosely organized citizens group spearheaded by long-term Cupertino residents is pitted against more organized, politically savvy business and ideological interests.

The campaign over development in Cupertino is heating up. It will culminate in the Nov. 8 ballot that will include three initiatives designed to restrict building heights, densities and setbacks.