Board of Supervisors Honor Youth at Cesar E. Chavez Celebration | | |
Supervisor Andersen welcomes everyone to the 31st Annual César E. Chávez Commemorative Celebration, which was held in Board Chambers on Tuesday.
The celebration honored the legacy of César E. Chávez along with a presentation of the 2025 Youth Hall of Fame Awards to students who have made a significant contribution to their community. This year’s theme was 'His Legacy, Our Time – Su Legado, Nuestro Tiempo.'
The event featured live performances by Salseros, Arthur Murray Dance Studio, keynote speakers Antonio Quintero and Douglas Lezameta. Each Supervisor was honored to present Resolutions to the students from their district.
2025 Youth Hall of Fame Awardees:
High School Awardees:
Volunteerism: Megan Reese Dowdy, Heritage High School
Teamwork: Christophe Davis, Miramonte High School
Perseverance: Kaelyn Matthis, Pinole High School
Leadership & Civic Engagement: Karlina J. Myer, Carondelet High School
Good Samaritan: Arianna Shirin Bustamante, Campolindo High School
Innovation & Empowerment: Johann Webber, Stanford University Online School
Middle School Rising Stars:
Volunteerism Rising Star: Hope Huffmaster, Knightsen Elementary School
Perseverance: Maddox Lindsey-Pedraza, Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy
Innovation & Empowerment: Aalia Bachar, Knightsen Elementary School
| | | The Board of Supervisors are joined by the Youth Hall of Fame Awardees | | Supervisor Andersen is proud to honor and recognize District II Youth Hall of Fame Awards to Cristophe Davis, of Miramonte High School, and Johann Webber, Stanford University Online High School | | Veteran’s Memorial Building in Danville Turns 100 | | Karen Stepper, Danville Town Council, Renee Morgan, Town of Danville Mayor, Supervisor Andersen, Lt. Col. King from Camp Parks, and Newell Arnerich, Town of Danville Vice Mayor | | |
On Sunday, March 30th, Supervisor Andersen joined Danville and San Ramon Valley leaders, along with the community as they celebrated 100 years of the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Danville.
Live music, historic photo exhibits, antique cars, WWI-themed displays, and small snacks from nearby restaurants were all part of the daylong family celebration.
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Street Smarts Hosts CHP's Start Smart Program | |
Kelly Lux, State Farm and one of the program’s sponsors; CHP Officer Daniel Gilmore; Supervisor Andersen; Officer Wickman, San Ramon Police and School Resource Officer; Dolores Pita, San Ramon Valley Street Smarts Coordinator
Supervisor Andersen has had the privilege of serving on the Street Smarts San Ramon Valley Committee for over 20 years.
Each year, Street Smarts partners with the California Highway Patrol to present their “Start Smart” program to high school students learning to drive in the San Ramon Valley. Students who wish to get a parking space at any of the four high schools in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District must attend the program with their parents before being issued a parking permit.
This past Thursday night the Start Smart presentation took place at Dougherty Valley High School and Supervisor Andersen attended to offer welcoming remarks and provide some history about the program. To learn more about Street Smarts go to SRVUSD Start Smart Program. To learn more about the CHP’s Start Smart Program go to CHP Start Smart Program.
| Danville Town Talks with The Mayor | |
The Town Talks with the Mayor series continues for a 5th year featuring Mayor Reneé Morgan.
This month, Mayor Morgan emphasizes the various ways that people of the community can become involved by serving on a Town Board or Commission. From planning and transportation to parks and the arts, these organizations are essential to determining Danville's future.
The series is intended to provide a way for residents to connect with their community leaders and get up-to-date information on the issues and topics important to Danville. To subscribe to the series, visit Subscribe to Town Talks with the Danville Mayor
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Danville Family Justice Center is Hiring!
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The Family Justice Center is a warm and welcoming one-stop center for victims of interpersonal violence (IPV) -- domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, and human trafficking. The Center serves victims and survivors regardless of their income, immigration status or location. We meet survivors where they are and help them through the process of healing and self-empowerment. The Center is a public-private partnership committed to creating a vibrant community free of coercion and fear.
Applications are being accepted for a Bilingual Navigator and a Bilingual Project Assistant at the South County Center. API-English Bilingual skills preferred. The Navigator works with IPV victims in identifying services and guiding victims’ access to these services. The Project Assistant will work as an integral member of the Family Justice Center team.
For more information about the Family Justice Center, Click Here
If you are interested in applying, click here to send an email
| Family Justice Center Building Safety Through Community Fundraiser | |
Friends of the Danville Library Membership Drive
Be a Friend of the Library!
Libraries are the cornerstones in every community. They educate us. They connect us with one another. They actually help change lives. And right now, our libraries need us.
For over 60 years, the Friends of the Danville Library (FODL) has generously contributed to the Danville Library through sales in its bookstore as well as through member dues and special book sale events all year round. Their Annual Membership Drive is underway now—and you can support the library by becoming a member.
Here are some of the ways they helped last year:
- For families: Happy Bright Kids Puppet Show, the Not-so-Scary Halloween Magic Show, and the popular Kidchella Summer Music & Reading Festival, and provided themed craft and activity bags to engage young readers and encourage independent reading.
- For teens: The library’s Teen Advisory Board meetings and activities (Danville has Contra Costa County’s largest teen group!) and expanded the Young Adult collection and programs.
- For all patrons: Contributed $100,000 to support and expand the popular e-book and e-audiobook collection (Danville has the third highest usage in the county!), and provided $20,000 for new fiction and nonfiction books in all age groups and genres.
Of course, our library’s needs continue to grow every year. So why not lend a hand and become a Friends member? Simply open the link below to go to the website and click on “Ways to Donate” and then “Be a Friend”. Or just come to the Friends Bookstore and fill out a form there. As a member, you'll make a difference at our great community library. Thank you for your support!
Click here for more information.
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Digital Resource Highlight from the
Contra Costa Library
Qwest TV by Alexander Street
The Qwest TV Collection preserves diverse live performances, covering the evolution of jazz and beyond. Representing funk, soul, hip-hop, folk, indie, and other genres. Co-created by Quincy Jones & Reza Ackbaraly, this unique collection of highly curated titles makes timeless concerts and global music accessible for research, teaching, and learning. Visit the Digital Resources page at ccclib.org to get started.
| Supervisor Andersen Tours San Ramon Regional Medical Center | Supervisor Andersen stands with Dr. Murali Naidu, CEO San Ramon Regional Medical Center, and Leslie Kosak, RN, Chief Nursing Officer | |
Supervisor Andersen met with and toured the San Ramon Regional Medical Center with Dr. Murali Naidu, CEO, and Leslie Kosak, Chief Nursing Officer, last week.
Dr. Naidu has articulated a clear vision for San Ramon Regional Medical Center's future in his new position. As a seasoned leader, he is anticipated to carry on the hospital's tradition of providing top-notch medical treatment while refocusing attention on community involvement, individualized patient care, and cutting-edge medical technology.
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AAUW Fund Community Action Grant Recipient - Investing in Innovators
We welcome Adamaka Ajaelo, who is the recipient of an AAUW Fund Community Action Grant, as our April Program speaker. She will fill us in about her work with Self-eSTEM, a remarkable organization she founded that is dedicated to empowering women and girls by creating equitable access to STEM opportunities, fostering innovation, and cultivating the next generation of changemakers poised to lead and thrive in the industries of tomorrow. It’s sure to be an interesting and inspiring presentation as Adamaka shares her vision and the accomplishments of Self-eSTEM!
This meeting will be hosted jointly with neighboring AAUW San Ramon and AAUW Livermore-Pleasanton-Dublin branches.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Danville Congregational Church
989 San Ramon Valley Blvd Danville
All are invited. Learn more and RSVP
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Contra Costa County Transportation Authority
Art & Engineering Design Contest and Summit
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Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is excited to announce an Art & Engineering Design Contest open to all high school students in Contra Costa County.
The contest features two categories: an “Art in Any Medium” section inviting students to depict their favorite destination in Contra Costa County and their preferred mode of travel, and an “Engineering Design” challenge focused on envisioning a “Smart City” intersection that prioritizes safety through current or futuristic Intelligent Transportation Systems.
A $1,000 grand prize will be awarded to the top overall entry, both category winners will receive $500, and honorable mentions will earn gift cards.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their creativity and technical skills while competing for cash prizes and recognition at the CCTA’s 10th annual Redefining Mobility Summit on April 22, 2025, being held this year in San Ramon. At the Summit, you will have the opportunity to hear from government, industry, and international leaders about how innovative research and cutting-edge technology are revolutionizing transportation.
More information, including submission guidelines and important dates, can be found here
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Contra Costa County Food Bank 50th Anniversary Gala
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LEGACY IN MOTION: Empowering Communities for a Hunger-Free
Future
Come celebrate the Food Bank’s 50th golden anniversary.
You’ll enjoy dinner, entertainment, amazing silent auction and live auction packages, and a powerful look at how the food you help the Food Bank provide can change lives. Plus, plenty of time to roam the multi-level museum, open only to gala attendees.
April 26, 2025 at 6 pm
Blackhawk Museum
3700 Blackhawk Plaza Cir, Danville, CA 94506
Get your tickets now!
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Danville San Ramon Rotary Club Night at the Races Event
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Transportation Commission seeks Community Advisory Working Group Members
The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) is recruiting 13–15 community leaders for its Community Advisory Working Group (CAWG) to support implementation of MTC’s Community Action Resource and Empowerment (CARE) Program.
The CAWG will help determine funding priorities and application criteria for a new grant program called Power-building and Engagement that aims to grow community leadership and foster inclusive collaboration between community-based organizations and public agencies to enable projects impacting mobility and community well-being.
Applicants should be community-based organization leaders or staff or community leaders representing communities in the nine San Francisco Bay Area counties who are not current MTC committee members and who are interested in shaping transportation, housing and climate funding decisions in the community.
Complete the online application by 5pm, Tuesday, April 8, 2025
For more information, email MTC.
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Would You Like to Serve on Contra Costa County’s Retirement Board?
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is seeking individuals with a sound business background, experience in pension fund investment or administration, or in equity investments or banking, to serve on the Contra Costa County Employees’ Retirement Association Board of Trustees. To be considered, candidates must be County residents, must not be Retirement System members or retirees, and may not market any investment, consulting, or related service to the Contra Costa County Retirement Board or any other 1937 Act Retirement Board.
Application forms can be obtained from the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by calling (925) 655-2000 or by visiting the Advisory Body webpage. Deadline for applications is 5pm on Friday, April 25, 2025. Applicants should plan to be available for public interviews via Zoom on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
Further information about the Retirement Board can be obtained by visiting the website www.cccera.gov.
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Is Public Transportation Important to You?
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is seeking an individual to serve on the County Connection Advisory Committee. The Advisory Committee’s role is to review and analyze issues and policies relating to fixed-route and paratransit service and advise the County Connection Board of Directors accordingly. The County’s appointee will also act as a citizen liaison from the County.
Regular meetings of the Advisory Committee are held monthly on the first Tuesday at 1:30 PM in Concord. This is a volunteer position. The appointment will be for a two-year term beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027.
Application forms can be obtained from the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by calling (925) 655-2000 or by visiting the County webpage at www.contracosta.ca.gov. Applications deadline is 5pm on Friday, April 25, 2025. Applicants should plan to be available for public interviews via Zoom on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.
Further information about the County Connection Advisory Committee can be obtained by visiting the County Connection website at https://countyconnection.com.
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Opportunity to Serve on the
In-Home Supportive Services
Public Authority Advisory Committee
The In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) Public Authority Advisory Committee currently has four (4) volunteer vacancies for individuals who are current or past users of IHSS or Personal Attendant Services. Individuals who are in the following categories can fill the vacancies:
- Vacant - Consumer Under 60 (1 seat)
- Vacant - Consumer 60 or Older (2 seats)
- Vacant - Consumer Any Age (2 seats)
Additionally, there is one District vacancy representing District II (Lamorinda, San Ramon Valley, Rossmoor). Individuals residing or working in District 2, with professional experience in the following categories, may apply:
- Senior Advocate
- Advocate for Younger Persons with Disabilities
- Representative from the Developmental Disability Community
- Social Worker
- Nurse
- Representative from a Community Based Organization
- Representative from a Home Health Agency
- Current or Previous IHSS Provider
The IHSS Public Authority Advisory Committee provides advice and assistance to the Board of Supervisors and the staff of the IHSS Public Authority regarding the IHSS program and policies of the IHSS Public Authority. The Public Authority recruits and screens homecare providers, maintains a registry of providers, refers providers to consumers and enrolls all IHSS providers on the State Payroll.
For more information, please visit IHSS Website
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AB109 CAB Looking for Members from Central County!
Community Advisory Board (CAB) For AB 109 Public Realignment was established by the Community Corrections Partnership (CCP) Executive Committee in December 2012 to provide input on community needs; assess implementation of the realignment plan; review data on realignment outcomes; advise the CCP on community engagement strategies; offer recommendations for ongoing realignment planning; advise County agencies regarding programs for implementation in the County; and encourage outcomes that are consistent with the County’s Reentry Strategic Plan.
The CAB is composed of Members with expertise in workforce development, behavioral health issues, post-release reentry services, services for reentering women, criminal and drug court, crime survivors, domestic violence prevention, adult education within a correctional setting, law and policy related to issues of the formerly incarcerated, and anyone interested in public safety issues. All CAB members either live or work in Contra Costa County.
Meetings are the 2nd Thursday of each month from 10am to 12pm at the Probation Department: 50 Douglas Drive, Second Floor, Martinez.
For more information and the application, click here
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In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority Advisory Committee
The IHSS Public Authority Advisory Committee provides advice and assistance to the Board of Supervisors and the staff of the IHSS Public Authority regarding the IHSS program and policies of the IHSS Public Authority. The Public Authority recruits and screens homecare providers, maintains a registry of providers, refers providers to consumers and enrolls all IHSS providers on the State Payroll.
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County Service Area P-2A Citizen Advisory Committee
(Blackhawk residents only) Alternate Seat Available
The P-2A advises the Board of Supervisors on the needs of the Blackhawk community for extended police services which shall include, but not be limited to, enforcement of the State Vehicle Code, crime prevention, litter control, and other issues. Police Advisory Committee meetings are open to the public and are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM, Blackhawk County Club, Lakeside Room, 599 Lakeside Drive, Danville
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