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You asked and we listened! Back by popular demand is our monthly City Talk e-newsletter.

Please help us generate content that your colleagues would like to read. Personal news (like weddings, babies, vacations, and promotions) is strongly encouraged!

Send news items and photos to Community Relations Manager Jennifer Ortega. Happy reading, Team Concord!

Flag Raising for Pride Month

In honor of Pride month, join us to raise the Progress Pride flag on the corner of Willow Pass and Parkside on Thursday, June 1, at 11 a.m. Concord Mayor Laura Hoffmeister will do the honors in partnership with the Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County.

Concord first began flying the Pride flag in 2018 and has since done it annually during the month of June to commemorate the City's celebration of diversity, inclusivity, and support for the LGBTQI+ community.

Welcome Recreation Program Manager RJ Natal

Please welcome our newest Recreation Program Manager, RJ Natal!

RJ’s office is at Willow Pass Center, where he is captain of our team overseeing adult sports, Willow Pass Community Center, athletic fields/courts, customer service, and other efforts to positively impact quality of life in our community. RJ can be reached at x3416.

29th Annual Bike to Work Day

Put on your helmet on and pump up your tires for Bike to Work Day! On Thursday, May 18, participate in the 29th annual Bay Area Bike to Work Day and join other cyclists for an active, environmentally friendly commute. Here in Concord, we will have an energizer station at Todos Santos Plaza from 8 to 10 a.m. Stop by on the way to work to recharge with water and snacks, and pick up free goodies, like a BWTD tote bag.

To learn more about Bike to Work Day, find a bike route, or energizer station, please visit 511's Bike to Work Day page.

Upcoming Summer Construction Projects

During your commute to work these next few months, you may notice more roadway construction and lane closures. For years, Concord residents have said that roadway repairs are one of their most urgent City priorities. Thanks to funding from Measure V, Concord has dozens of projects in the works, and 14 that will be under construction over the summer months.

Measure V is a voter-approved, one-cent use and transaction tax that preserves core City services and generates about $30 million annually. This funding was used to make an immediate investment in roads through a five-year pavement management plan. Most of the projects include some kind of road paving as well as other improvements such as accessible sidewalks and new fiber.

These projects will likely require some lane/road closures and detours. We share information about major road closures through Nextdoor and our social media channels. You can also find more information about each project and its timeline on our interactive Capital Improvement Projects map.

Music and Market Returns

Concord's Music and Market concert series is returning to Todos Santos Plaza on June 1 and will run every Thursday evening through Sept. 28. A perfect activity for the summer, Music and Market is a popular event for Concord residents.

The farmers' market runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and offers a variety of delicious fruits, vegetables, and food vendors. Live music begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at 8 p.m. In addition to Music and Market, Tuesday Night Blues will be held the weeks of July 11, 18, and 25, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. View the lineup.

At select markets, The Makers Boulevard will return to feature local artisans and small businesses by showcasing their products. These events were also generously sponsored by Ashby Lumber, Pacific Service Credit Union, the Pioneer, Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery, Marathon Renewables, Concord Police Officers Association, Pacific Coast Farmers' Market Association, and brand-new sponsors, CoCo Farms and John Muir Health.

New Issue of City News and Activity Guide

From tai chi to swimming lessons, Concord's Summer 2023 City News and Activity Guide has something for every member of the family! With our interactive digital version of the Guide, it's easy to register for summer activities. Simply click on the highlighted class numbers to be brought directly to concordreg.org and complete the registration.

You can also get caught up on the latest community news and developments in the City News section. Read about Concord's Homeless Strategic Plan, City grants to local nonprofits, and new businesses coming to Concord.

Prefer a paper copy? Printed copies of the Guide are available for pick up at City offices and community centers.

Concord Introduces Youth Scholarship Program

The City of Concord’s Recreation Services Department has launched a youth scholarship program to provide recreation opportunities for young residents.

Through this program, underserved Concord youth can experience traditional summer recreation activities, including the popular group swim lessons at Concord Community Pool, Backyard Explorers day camp for elementary students, East Bay Explorers day camp for middle school students, and the Counselor in Training (CIT) program for teens ages 12-15.

The Youth Scholarship Program is open to all Concord residents under the age of 18 who meet financial qualifications and submit a completed application. Awardees will pay a nominal enrollment fee of $10-$75, depending on the program selected. Participation is limited and based on funding availability.

Applications are available now and will be accepted until spaces or funding are exhausted.

Learn more and apply!

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