ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN | |
The City of Albany is gathering public input for a new Active Transportation Plan (ATP). This new ATP will guide the development of infrastructure projects and programs to support safe and comfortable bicycling, walking, and rolling in Albany. Visit bit.ly/AlbanyATP by November 26 to provide your input on plan goals and existing conditions in this first phase of the process and get more information. | |
REBATES FOR ELECTRIFICATION AND HVAC UPGRADES | |
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Multifamily Property Owners:
Get Electrification Rebates
For buildings with 5+ units, the High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act (HEEHRA) offers up to $14,000 in rebates per unit for heat pumps, electric appliances, and necessary electrical upgrades! Eligible buildings can also apply for Bay Area Multifamily Building Enhancements (BAMBE) offers starting at $500 per unit in rebates for energy upgrades, plus extra incentives for heat pumps, electric dryers, and more. HEEHRA rebates of up to $14,000 per unit for heat pumps, electric appliances, and necessary electrical upgrades!
Why electrify? Save on energy, protect tenants from rising utility costs, and reduce indoor air pollution.
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Single-Family Homeowners:
Upgrade Your HVAC & Save
The HEEHRA Inflation Reduction Act rebates are now available for single-family homes in Albany looking to install a heat pump HVAC system. Depending on your household income, you can earn $4,000 to $8,000 in rebates! You can learn more at the City of Albany’s electrification website.
What’s a heat pump?
It’s an efficient, dual-purpose system that both heats and cools your home, and it runs on Albany’s clean, renewable electricity! It can help you save money on your energy bills while helping the environment by reducing your home’s energy consumption and switching to clean electricity.
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AC Transit’s bus network serves large portions of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. As such, our transit district aims to gain a deeper understanding of your experiences as a rider, particularly regarding any unsafe events you’ve encountered by offering a Transit Safety Survey. | |
BART COMMUNITY MEETING: SUSTAINABILITY ACTION PLAN | |
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Wednesday, November 20, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Online Event
The meeting will gather perspectives and ideas from the community as BART moves forward in updating its 2017 Sustainability Action Plan for 2025. BART’s Sustainability Department will provide background on its sustainability vision and program; an overview of current efforts to update the action plan for 2025; and presentations on key topics (each followed by interactive polling), including energy/GHG emissions, water, waste, resilience and adaptation, transportation and land use planning, materials and construction practices, and rider and employee experience.
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NOW IN ALBANY! BEST OF THE FEST 2024, November 16 | |
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Saturday, November 16, 7pm - Albany Community Center
The Albany FilmFest is excited to present the award-winning shorts of 2024! These films truly reflect the FilmFest vibe – eclectic, quirky, topical, and thought-provoking. Enjoy the show!
PROGRAM + INFO
Come early - Albany FilmFest 2024 tees & sweatshirts for sale before the show!
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ALBANY LIBRARY EVENT, NOVEMBER 16 | |
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Albany Library’s Arts and Crafts — Thank You Event
Coffee, Cupcake, & Cookie Social Acknowledging Your Continued Support
Date: November 16, 2024
Time: 2-4 PM
Location: Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Edith Stone Room
Seating: First Come Serve Basis
Albany Library appreciates the tremendous support our community gives us day-in and day-out. Join us to create a Gratitude Tree and for free coffee, cupcakes, and cookies in the Edith Stone Room.
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ALBANY COMMUNITY CRAFT FAIR, NOVEMBER 17 | |
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Date: Sunday, November 17
Time: 11 AM-3 PM
Location: Albany Middle School, 1259 Brighton Avenue
Come to the Albany Middle School for the 16th Annual Albany Community Craft Fair! Find plants, ceramics, jewelry, apparel, toys, and a myriad other crafts, and enjoy live music and treats from our Cobra Cafe. This is a beloved community event where student and adult artists join together for mutual inspiration and to support arts in education.
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WINTER ON SOLANO, DECEMBER 8 | |
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Date: Sunday, December 8
Time: 12-5 PM
The Solano Avenue Association invites you to come see what makes Solano Avenue a wonderful place.
This seasonal program showcases live music, entertainment, activities, and specials offered by businesses along Solano Avenue. The event spans the one-mile stretch from The Alameda to San Pablo Avenue, encompassing Berkeley and Albany.
Please come visit the unique and popular professional services, restaurants, and shops here on Solano Avenue.
Solano Avenue will remain open to vehicle traffic (not a closed-street festival like the Stroll) and the program is rain or shine.
All of our public events are family friendly, FREE and wheelchair accessible.
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