ALBANY RECREATION & COMMUNITY SERVICES BEGINS IN-PERSON PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES |
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On Monday, January 24th, the Albany Community Center staff welcomed back participants and instructors for the first day of in-person recreation programming of the season.
Youth, adult, and senior programs through the Albany Recreation & Community Services Department are open for Winter-Spring registration. Click the button below to browse the selection of classes, camps, and programs to register for.
Youth Activity Spotlight:
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NEW FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS
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Beginning February 4, 2022, groceries and essential items will be distributed on the first Friday of each month at 10 AM at the Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Ave. Low income Albany residents of all ages who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic are eligible for this program. Please contact Albany CARES at 1(510) 559-4589 or albanycares@albanyca.org to confirm eligibility and register.
This program is funded by the City of Albany’s American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 funds.
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Residents of Albany are encouraged to apply for vacancies on the following committees:
Charter Review Committee (Two Vacancies)
The Charter Review Committee advises the City Council on proposed changes to the City Charter. These proposed changes may be generated by the City Council or recommended to the City Council by the Charter Review Committee.
Community Media Access Committee
The Community Media Access Committee advises the City Council on matters related to media access, community engagement and outreach, and information regarding local government matters in the City.
Arts Committee (Two Vacancies)
The Arts Committee advises the City Council on cultural and artistic matters within the City including the acquisition and placement of public art. The Committee adheres to the Public Arts Master Plan, the Art in Public Places Ordinance and the Public Arts Project Plan in order to support, develop and promote art in Albany and increase the economic vitality of the City. (One of these Arts Committee vacancies allows for a non-Albany resident appointee that represents the local business community with experience in the fields of public art, cultural and artistic matters.)
Social & Economic Justice Commission
evaluates a broad range of data and opinions on social and environmental issues
affecting the welfare of the residents of Albany as inhabitants of both a local and a global
community, and make recommendations to the City Council on positions and/or actions
to take to address these issues.
If interested, please complete an online application or contact the Albany City Clerk Office at 1(510) 528-5710 for more information.
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After seasonal closure for maintenance, the Albany Dog Park at Memorial Park is now open seven days per week from 11 AM–8 PM. Click the button below for the Dog Park Good Neighbor Policy. |
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SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL BEFORE FEB 8, 2022 |
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The City of Albany Arts Committee invites artists to submit proposals for the Albany Creative Justice Art Project - the creation of a new public artwork that will actively engage residents of Albany in creatively addressing past, present and future issues of social justice in the city and region.
Applications are welcome from individuals as well as teams, collectives, and collaborators.
Due Date: February 8, 2022, 4:00 PM
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ARTIST APPLICATIONS FOR COMMUNITY CENTER GALLERY |
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Are You an Artist Interested in Displaying Your Work?
The Albany Arts Committee is now accepting applications for the Community Center Foyer Gallery. The application deadline is April 1, 2022. Click the button below for more information on how to apply.
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WEEKLY COVID-19 TESTING IN ALBANY |
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A weekly COVID-19 testing site has been deployed at the Albany Community Center at 1249 Marin Ave. Testing is held on Tuesdays, from 9 AM-4 PM. The test is a self-administered shallow nasal PCR test and results are delivered directly 1-2 days upon receipt at Curative's labs. There is no out of pocket cost for the test and it is available for both insured and uninsured; insured must provide insurance information.
ATTENTION: Appointments are preferred to minimize wait times, and take precedence over walk-ins.
Visit cur.tv/albany or click the button below to schedule an appointment. |
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CALIFORNIA MORTGAGE RELIEF PROGRAM |
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The California Mortgage Relief Program uses federal Homeowner Assistance Funds to help homeowners get caught up on their housing payments. The program is absolutely free and the funds do not need to be repaid.
The California Mortgage Relief Program is part of the state’s Housing is Key initiative. |
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REGIONAL FAIR HOUSING TRAINING - FEB. 4 |
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Friday, February 4, 2022, 10 AM-12 PM
ECHO Housing will be conducting a Fair Housing Training for tenants, landlords, other members of the housing industry, and the general public.
Speakers will include Angie Watson-Hajjem and Adilene Solano to discuss Federal and State fair housing laws, and respond to your questions.
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FREE TAX PREPARATION SERVICES
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Low and moderate income tax filers can now schedule appointments for no-cost tax preparation services through Alameda County Social Services Agency’s 2021-2022 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program.
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GAS-POWERED GARDEN EQUIPMENT REMINDERS
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Although leaf blowers can be handy for clearing fallen leaves from your yard, they produce many types of pollution: greenhouse gases, toxic chemicals, dust, and noise. Learn more about leaf blowers and alternatives such as rakes, electric leaf blowers, and mulch that are not only better for the environment, but also better for your health! |
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Updated COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Orders
Alameda County's isolation and quarantine orders are now aligned with the State's guidance.
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More Than 80% of Alameda County Residents Are Now Fully Vaccinated
Find a vaccination clinic near you or call 1-510-208-4VAX (1-510-208-4829). Residents can drop by a location near them and don’t need an appointment at County-supported vaccinations Points of Dispensing (PODs) and most pop-ups. |
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City Services Available During COVID-19
Counter services at City Hall, the Community Center, and Senior Center are available in-person to the community. Appointments are highly encouraged. All individuals, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear face coverings when indoors in public settings.
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Sign up for local emergency alerts.
If you live, work, or visit Alameda County, take a moment to sign up for "AC Alert", the Alameda County emergency notification system. Signing up will allow you to receive emergency and topical information about flooding, earthquakes, fires and other emergencies occurring in your area.
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And also be sure to follow the City of Albany Twitter account. When communication services are limited, Twitter is where government agencies, relief organizations, media, volunteers, and citizens go to communicate and collaborate - fast.
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Feel like you didn't know about a public meeting topic, street repair on your block or the local dog park going in across the street?
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City meetings are still virtual until further notice. Please see the City Calendar for all public meeting attendance and viewing options.
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