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April 10th - Weekly Update
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Board of Supervisors to Host Farmworkers Movement Celebration and Honor
Community Humanitarians
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will host a Farmworkers Movement Celebration on Tuesday, April 14th at 11AM at the County Administration Building, 1025 Escobar Street in Martinez.
This special recognition honors the enduring legacy and ongoing contributions of farmworkers who play a vital role in our region’s agricultural and economic strength. The Board invites community members to join in acknowledging the history, resilience, and advocacy of the farmworkers movement, and to reflect on the progress made toward equity and fair working conditions.
In addition, the Board will recognize and honor this year’s Humanitarians of the Year, individuals whose dedication, service, and compassion have made a meaningful difference across Contra Costa County. These honorees exemplify the spirit of community leadership through their commitment to improving the lives of others.
The celebration provides an opportunity for residents to come together in appreciation of both historical milestones and present-day contributions that strengthen and enrich our community.
To stay up to date on County events and Board activities visit ContraCosta.ca.gov.
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Developing a Restoration Plan for the Walnut Creek Watershed
Join the Friends of San Ramon Creek at the Danville Library to learn more about the Walnut Creek Restoration Plan and offer your feedback on how to repair/restore problem areas along our streams on Tuesday, April 14th at 6PM.
Guest Speaker, Emma White, Environmental Planner with Montrose Environmental, will discuss the following subjects:
▪ How a list of potential creek restoration projects was developed
▪ How those projects have been prioritized
▪ How restoration project designs are developed
▪ How restoration projects are funded
Click here to learn more about the Friends of San Ramon Creek.
Click her to read the Walnut Creek Watershed Restoration Plan.
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Explore Accessible Transportation in
Contra Costa County
Residents curious about accessible transportation options are invited to participate in free weekly virtual office hours hosted by the Contra Costa Transportation Authority Office of Accessibility and Equity.
Starting Wednesday, April 15th, these drop-in sessions will be held every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Community members can learn more about available transportation programs and services, get their questions answered, and share feedback to help improve accessibility throughout Contra Costa County.
The virtual office hours are designed to ensure that older adults, veterans, people with disabilities, and all residents have equitable access to transportation resources and support.
Join via Zoom:
CCTA.ca.gov - Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 824 3352 8144
Passcode: 123456
To learn more and get involved, join the conversation and help shape a more accessible transportation system for our community.
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Daytime Lane and Ramo Closures on Eastbound SR-24 at Acalanes Road in Lafayette
Tentatively scheduled for Saturday. April 11, 2026,
7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Caltrans will be repairing the bridge deck near eastbound SR-24 in Lafayette, which means one lane will be closed and the Acalanes Road on-ramp to eastbound SR-24 will not be accessible for a period. The closure extends from the Acalanes Road off-ramp past the El Nido Ranch Undercrossing. The work is tentatively set for Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 7:30 AM until 4:30 PM and may be adjusted depending on weather conditions.
Detour Information:
- Continue on Acalanes Road
- Turn left on Mount Diablo Boulevard
- Continue through Downtown Lafayette
- Merge onto eastbound SR-24 via the First Street
For more information about D4 Projects visit HERE.
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April 10th is Last Day to Pay 2nd Property Tax Installment Without Penalty
Payments received after April 10th will be considered late, and a 10% penalty plus a $20 delinquent cost will apply. The Contra Costa County Treasurer–Tax Collector’s Office offers several convenient ways to pay:
💻 Online: Pay securely on our Tax portal CCCTaxportal/payment.
📞 Phone: Quick and easy payments by calling our automated system –
(925) 608-9500.
✉️ Mail: Return your payment by check using the envelope provided. We honor USPS postmarks.
🏢 In Person: Visit us Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Contra Costa County Finance Building, 625 Court Street, Suite 100, Martinez, CA 94553.
🚗 NEW! Drive-Thru Drop Box: Conveniently located at 625 Court Street (Main Street side), Martinez, CA 94553 (secure 24/7 drop box for check payments only).
📧 Go Paperless: Sign up for Paperless Billing to receive email reminders, enjoy secure access, and reduce clutter.
For any other inquiries please visit CCC Tax Collector.
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Danville Student Summer Arts Programs Available!
The Town of Danville is inviting middle and high school students, including graduating seniors from the Class of 2026, to participate in summer arts opportunities. This year’s offerings include the 2026 Student Film Festival and the Danville Community Pianos projects. These programs provide students with opportunities to showcase their creativity through film and public art while helping enliven Danville’s summer arts scene.
Student artists are encouraged to submit original designs for the Danville Community Pianos for summer 2026.
Design proposals must be submitted by 5 PM on May 8th. Selected artists will be notified by May 15th. Painting of the pianos will take place from May 25th through May 31st at the Danville Community Center and Danville Senior Center.
The completed pianos will be displayed outdoors in downtown Danville for public enjoyment throughout the Summer.
For more information on submitting a design visit Danville.ca.gov/arts or contact artgallery@danville.ca.gov.
To read full Press Release visit HERE.
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Celebrate the Earth with Community
Events Across District 2
Throughout April, Contra Costa County joins communities across the nation in recognizing Earth Month, a time dedicated to environmental stewardship, sustainability, and collective action to protect our planet.
This year’s celebrations highlight the County’s ongoing commitment to climate resilience and local environmental leadership, culminating in Earth Day on April 22nd. Residents in District 2, are encouraged to participate in local clean-up events, native planting projects, and educational activities focused on conservation and reducing waste.
The Board of Supervisors continues to advance policies that support clean air, open space preservation, wildfire resilience, and sustainable transportation. Community partners, schools, and volunteer organizations are hosting Earth Month events that bring residents together to make a visible impact in neighborhoods, parks, and watershed areas.
From creek cleanups to tree planting and recycling drives, Earth Month offers opportunities for residents of all ages to take part in hands-on environmental action. These efforts reflect the County’s shared goal of protecting natural resources for future generations while building a healthier, more sustainable community today.
As Earth Month continues, residents are encouraged to get involved, take small daily steps toward sustainability, and celebrate the beauty and importance of our local environment.
To see the list of District 2 Earth Day Events, scroll down to Community Events, at the bottom of this newsletter.
To learn more about Contra Costa's Habitat Conservation plans visit HERE.
To read through Contra Costa's Cimate Action Plan visit HERE.
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CalFire Rolls Out Statewide Campaign to Promote Home Hardening
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CalFire) encourages residents to act now to protect their homes and property from the growing year-round wildfire threat. Simple actions, such as mowing grass, trimming trees, removing dead vegetation, and using noncombustible hardscape materials near structures, can make a significant difference in reducing wildfire risk.
Home hardening can include upgrading roofs, vents, windows, and siding, as well as enclosing eaves and removing potential ember entry points. Many effective home hardening measures can be completed at low cost, such as sealing gaps, installing ember-resistant vents, and maintaining gutters free of debris.
In addition to hardening structures, creating defensible space around a home will help slow or stop the spread of wildfire and reduces the chance of ignition from embers or flames.
This space is divided into three zones:
Zone 0 (0–5 feet from your home)
The ember-resistant zone, where combustible materials should be removed.
Zone 1 (5–30 feet)
The lean and clean zone, focused on reducing flammable vegetation.
Zone 2 (30–100 feet)
The reduced fuel zone, designed to decrease fire intensity.
Wildfire preparedness is a shared responsibility, by taking proactive steps, residents can significantly improve their home’s chance of surviving a wildfire while also helping protect their communities and first responders.
To learn more about how to harden your home and create defensible space, visit ReadyforWildfire.org.
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A Celebration of Hope - National Donate Life Month April 2026
April 1st marks Donate Life Living Donor Day, a day dedicated to honoring the extraordinary generosity of living organ donors who give the ultimate gift of life through kidney, liver, and other transplants. It is a powerful reminder of the compassion and courage shown by individuals whose donations offer renewed health, hope, and years of life to recipients and their families.
Living donation remains one of the most impactful forms of giving, often connecting strangers through life-saving acts of kindness and strengthening the fabric of our communities.
In the Bay Area, residents are supported by Donor Network West, the federally designated organ procurement organization serving Northern California and Northern Nevada. Based in San Ramon, Donor Network West leads efforts in donor registration, family support, education, and coordination of lifesaving transplants across the region.
Donor Network West was a recipient of Supervisor Andersen's Contra Costa Community Impact Funding grant process, further strengthening its ability to expand outreach, education, and donor registration efforts within our local communities.
As we observe Living Donor Day, residents are encouraged to learn more about organ and tissue donation and to honor the remarkable individuals who make the gift of life possible.
To learn more about organ donation and to get involved visit
Donor Network West.
To become a donor visit HERE.
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Tree Removal Work on Stone Valley Road
Contra Costa County Public Works Department will perform work to remove four (4) trees along Stone Valley Road, near the intersection of Smith Road, The work will take place from 8:30 AM-4 PM starting Monday, April 6th through Friday, April 10th.
These trees are being removed to enhance public safety. Traffic control will be used to safely direct travelers through the work area. Up to 15-minute delays are expected due to temporary lane closures on the eastbound lane of Stone Valley Road.
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Home Match - Home Owners Connecting to Home Seekers
Home Match connects community members seeking housing with people with extra rooms in their homes, ADU's, or in law units on their property. Each match is personalized with the process overseen by program staff at no cost to participants.
| | Home Match benefits everyone. It decreases isolation, provides housing security, and above all, builds community. To learn more visit HERE. | | |
Alamo Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) Meeting
Tuesday, April 14th at 6 PM
Hap Magee Park
The upcoming Alamo Municipal Advisory Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14th, at 6PM at Hap Magee Park*. Residents are encouraged to attend as the council reviews significant community updates, including a detailed look at the Livorna Park Revitalization Project and a land-use review for 43 La Serena Court. For additional details visit HERE.
The meeting will also feature updates from various subcommittees regarding local schools, land-use planning, and the Iron Horse Corridor. Additionally, the Council will discuss ongoing initiatives related to parks and recreation, public safety, and local landscaping.
Looking ahead, the May meeting is expected to feature a presentation on the upcoming election from Kristin Connelly, Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder.
*Please note the change in location from the Alamo Women's Club.
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District 2 Volunteer Opportunity
Behavioral Health Board
One District 2 Family Member Seat Available
Proposition 1, passed as a ballot measure in April 2024, included legislation mandating transformation of the public behavioral health system (Senate Bill 326: sections pertaining to the Behavioral Health Board). Provisions of SB 326 included implementation of an integrated Behavioral Health Board. This integrated advisory body is to include designated members of the community prepared to address community mental health and substance use treatment services.
The mandated functions of the Behavioral Health Board include to:
- Review and evaluate the local public mental health system
- Review and evaluate the local public substance use disorder treatment system.
- Advise the Board of Supervisors and the Behavioral Health Director on community mental health and substance use disorder services.
- Review and evaluate the community’s public behavioral health needs, services, facilities, and special problems where services are being provided
- Review county agreements.
- Ensure citizen and professional involvement at all stages
- Submit an annual report.
- Review and recommend appointment of the local director of behavioral health services.
- Review and comment on county’s performance outcome date
- Assess the impact of the realignment of services.
- Conduct a public hearing on the draft three-year program and expenditure plan and annual updates at the close of the 30-day comment period required by subdivision.
- Review adopted Behavioral Health Services Act plan and make recommendations to the local behavioral health agency.
- Provide an annual report of written explanations to the local governing body and Department of Health Care Service.
Submit an Application.
Click here for information on volunteering for an advisory board
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County Wide Volunteer Opportunities
Contra Costa County Sustainability Commission
Applications are being accepted to fill two (2) at-large seats on the Sustainability Commission. One Representing environmental justice issues and who lives in an impacted community, and one representing commercial groups or organizations whose business focuses on sustainability and/or environmental issues. Deadline to submit an application is Sunday, April 12th at 5PM. Click here to submit an Application.
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