Tuesday, February 6th was a huge day for families with young children and child care providers in Alameda County. For months, policy makers, ECE experts, parents, caregivers, politicians, and advocates have been working tirelessly with the Alameda County Board of Supervisors to place the Alameda County Child Care and Early Education Crisis Initiative on the ballot in June. The initiative would improve access and increase quality of early care and education, and increase wages for those caring for and teaching our youngest learners. On February 6th, hundreds of community members passionate about early care and education in Alameda County came together to express their support for the initiative at the Alameda County Board of Supervisors Meeting. Dozens of supporters spoke up at the meeting, sharing their stories of struggle, triumph, and hope for their children and the little ones in their care. After a brief presentation, aforementioned speakers, and discussion by the Supervisors, approval of placing the measure on the June ballot was passed unanimously! Supervisors Chan, Valle, Miley, Haggerty, and Carson all expressed their support with an "aye" vote (you can see the moment of the vote and reaction by attendees here). 

While this vote was vital, the Board of Supervisors legally must hear and vote on the initiative one more time before it is an official ballot measure. Join us again on Tuesday, February 27th in Oakland for the critical final reading and vote. Follow our Facebook Page to stay abreast of the upcoming meeting times and location, we look forward to seeing you there!