3rd Annual AANHPI Celebration
May 13, 2025
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The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors invites the community to join in celebrating the rich cultural heritage and lasting contributions of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) communities.
This year’s theme, “Roots of Resilience,” honors the strength and enduring legacy of AANHPI communities.
All are welcome to attend and take part in this celebration of culture, history, and community.
The event will take place at 11am in Board Chambers located at 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez.
To learn about this celebration and other news in the county visit ContraCostaCivicAlerts.
| | Lafayette Artisan Walk on Saturday, May 10, 2025 | | |
Shop local, support local! The Lafayette Chamber’s Retail sub-committee is excited to announce and promote a collaborative shopping event between Lafayette’s retail businesses and local artists. Shop Lafayette the day before Mother’s Day, Saturday, May 10, 11am-3pm. Hours may vary by store.
Businesses throughout Lafayette will be showcasing local artisan items – perfect gifts for upcoming occasions – Mother’s Day, Graduation, and Father’s Day!
| | Join us in supporting mental health organizations and their important work throughout the month of May. Together, we can raise awareness and promote mental well-being for all. | | |
10 Simple Ways to Care for Your Mental Health
- Talk about your feelings – Don’t bottle things up; sharing can help
- Stay active – Regular movement boosts mood and energy
- Eat well – A balanced diet supports both mind and body
- Get enough sleep – Rest is essential for emotional resilience
- Stay connected – Reach out to friends, family, or support groups
- Take breaks – Step away when things feel overwhelming
- Do something you enjoy – Hobbies can help reduce stress
- Practice mindfulness or meditation – Ground yourself in the present
- Set realistic goals – Break big tasks into manageable steps
- Ask for help – Call 988 if you need someone to talk to—day or night
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San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Presents Fire Safety
Forum in Alamo
San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District, along with the Alamo Municipal Advisory Council (MAC), hosted a fire safety forum at the May 6th MAC meeting.
The purpose of the event was to inform and educate people about fire safety, including how to prepare for and deal with wildfires within their community.
Resources, information, and discussion of the County's Community Warning System (CWS) were discussed.
To sign up for CWS and receive notifications visit CWS Alerts. To learn more about fire preparedness and evacuations in the San Ramon Valley visit Be Ready SRV.
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Pictured above are San Ramon Valley Deputy Fire Chief, Jonas Aquiar,
Supervisor Andersen, and Fire Chief Paige Meyer
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Traffic Advisory - State Route 24 (SR-24) Caldecott Tunnel
Lane Closures near Bore #3
Saturday, May 10th and Saturday, May 17th, from 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM each day
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Changeable message signs will be activated to assist motorists traveling in the area. Motorists are advised to expect delays and allow extra time. Please drive with caution through the maintenance work zone. Slow for the Cone Zone.
For 24/7 traffic updates, follow 511.org on Twitter.
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17th Annual Child Abuse Prevention Council Luncheon
On May 2nd, Supervisor Andersen attended the annual Child Abuse Prevention Council's Seas the Day Luncheon and is pictured with Executive Director Carol Carillo. Founded in 1984, the Council is a nonprofit organization which provides essential child abuse prevention services to children and families in Contra Costa.
The keynote address focused on how to help families keep their children safe while accessing the internet via smart phones or computers. Kate Doerksen, co-founder of Sage Parents, provided valuable information about how to navigate the challenges faced by youth including cyber-bulling, sextortion, and pornography. Her website Sage Parents contains some great ideas.
The Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa's website has many resources, including their popular "Surviving Parenthood" Resource Directory.
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Treasurer-Tax Collector's Unclaimed Money in Contra Costa County
The Contra Costa County Treasurer-Tax Collector has $133,157.93 in the Unclaimed Deposit Trust Fund, consisting of various amounts that have been unclaimed for three years or more. In accordance with Section 50050 of the Government code, it is proposed that the money will become the property of the County of Contra Costa on June 23, 2025, unless any person seeking to recover any part of the money files a claim with the Treasurer which includes the claimant’s name, address, amount of claim, grounds on which the claim is founded and any other or pertinent information to that claim. The claim must be filed prior to the date the unclaimed money becomes property of the County of Contra Costa. Click here to view the list. Click here for more information.
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Clerk-Recorder's Office Seeks Volunteers for Mapping Prejudice in Contra Costa County
The Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder's office is excited to announce the launch of Mapping Prejudice in Contra Costa County. This powerful community-driven initiative will identify and map racially restrictive covenants and clauses that were inserted into local property records to keep people who were not white from owning or occupying property.
Contra Costa County is doing this work in partnership with the Mapping Prejudice Project, a research team based in the University of Minnesota Libraries. This group has been working with communities across the country to map racial covenants since 2016. This new initiative, Mapping Prejudice in Contra Costa
County will engage residents of the county to identify and transcribe the information necessary to put these now-illegal restrictions on a modern map.
Volunteers from all over the County are invited to take part in this important work. Training and access to a digital portal to examine historical property records that have been flagged by the research team at the University of Minnesota for review will be provided. These documents offer a powerful hands-on learning experience and create an opportunity for community dialogue about our history and the legacy of housing discrimination.
To learn more about the project and the team, or to sign up to volunteer, visit Contra Costa Mapping Prejudice.
| | May 18th Free Vaccination & Microchip Clinic in San Ramon | | |
Contra Costa Animal Services is partnering with the City of San Ramon and Joybound to host this event, which will be held in the parking lot at San Ramon City Hall.
In addition to vaccinations and microchips, participants will also receive free pet food and flea medication. These events are held on a quarterly basis rotating venues throughout the county.
| | Canyon Community Clean-Up A Great Success! |
Saturday, May 3rd, the Canyon Community came together to perform an all hands clean-up of their beloved community. Many community members, and their dogs, picked up garbage along Pinehurst Road, the creek, and throughout the community. The debris boxes totaled 9.58 tons of trash, and 117 waste tires were removed from the community.
David Brockbank, Department of Conservation and Development, worked with the local garbage hauler to provide four dumpsters for the clean up event, as well as reflective vests for those working along the roadside. Tim Kraus, Environmental Health Division, partnered with Civic Corps to collect waste tires. Chris Lau, Public Works Department, provided 'slow' signs for the road clean up crews as well as garbage bags. Deputy Sheriff Adrian Calderon provided an escort for the roadside clean up crews.
The following day, the Canyon Community held a Free Day, which allowed community members to share items they no longer needed with their neighbors. At the end of the day, the leftovers were loaded up and taken to a local donation center.
Click here, to find out more about tire waste program in Contra Costa County.
| Leadership San Ramon Valley Graduates Class of 2025 | |
By providing participants with a deeper knowledge of the community, a strengthening of leadership abilities, and new connections, Leadership San Ramon Valley equips both seasoned and up-and-coming community leaders to make a difference both today and in the future. This week the Class of 2025 (pictured below) was added to the ranks. Congratulations to all the graduates!
Our very own District 2 Representative, Carol Mascali (pictured right), honored as a 2025 graduate, addresses the class and guests on the 988 Sign of Hope Initiative the class led.
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To read more on 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline visit 988 Crisis Intervention.
To learn more about the Leadership San Ramon Valley program visit leadershipsrv.org.
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Danville Property Owners: Did You Vote?
The Town of Danville Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District (LLAD) provides funding for parks, streetlights, landscaping, and public facilities. Every property owner in Danville contributes to this important fund, which is facing a shortfall after no increase for more than 20 years.
Ballots were mailed at the beginning of April, and must be received by the Town by May 20th at 5pm. Each ballot notes that property's existing and proposed LLAD assessment, and ballots can be mailed back in the provided envelope or dropped in the ballot box at the Town Offices.
Property owners can watch a recorded community meeting for more information, and can call, text or email questions directly to Town staff. More information is available Learn-More-About-the-LLAD.
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Electric Bike Enforcement Day - May 21
On May 21, Dublin Police Officers - alongside our Tri-Valley partners from Livermore PD, Pleasanton PD, San Ramon PD, Danville PD, and East Bay Regional PD - will be out enforcing e-bike regulations, educating riders, and reinforcing the importance of safe riding.
Electric bikes are a great way to travel, but safety must come first! This coordinated effort aims to ensure responsible riding, prevent accidents, and create safer streets for everyone.
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For information on electric bike and scooter laws visit
Danville PD Electric Bike & Scoot Laws.
| Library's Adult Literacy Program - Project Second Chance | |
Adults who read or write in English at or below a 6th grade level get basic literacy instruction with volunteer tutors that Project Second Chance (PSC) trains and supports.
PSC services are free and confidential (private). We welcome learners and volunteers of any race, ethnicity, country of origin, immigration status, religion, gender, or sexual orientation.
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Would you like to become a Project Second Chance Tutor?
PSC tutors are trained volunteers who:
- are at least 21 years old
- are comfortable with their own English reading, writing, and spelling
- meet with a learner for 90-minute lessons twice a week for at least six months
- commit to tutoring a learner for at least six months
- complete PSC’s training program, with no teaching experience required
Get started today by completing a 30-minute online PSC Prospective Tutor Information Session to help you decide if becoming a volunteer tutor is the right fit for you. Once you’ve completed the orientation, PSC staff will contact you about submitting your application for the next available tutor training class, offered several times a year.
| | To learn more about the Project Second Chance Program visit CCClibrarypsc. | | |
Volunteers Needed to Advocate for Children in Foster Care
Join Child Advocates of Contra Costa County as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Volunteer and make a lasting impact in the life of a local child or youth. Children with a CASA Volunteer benefit from consistent advocacy that ensures their needs are heard and addressed. They are more likely to find a safe, permanent home, succeed in school, and avoid re-entering the foster care or the juvenile justice system. There are more than 45 children and youth in our county who are still waiting to be matched with a volunteer like Sign up for an informational session to learn how a few hours a week can make a difference that will last their lifetime.
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Family Justice Center New South Center Location is
OPEN in Danville!
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The Family Justice Center is a warm and welcoming one-stop center for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse and human trafficking. We provide a place where families come first.
To find out more about programs and services offered visit Danville Family Justice Center.
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Know Your Rights Toolkit
Advocates and community members can work together to fight messages of fear and panic by helping community members learn about their rights and how to protect themselves from ICE. The Immigrant Legal Resource Center has created a variety of materials to educate the community and prepare individuals for possible encounters with immigration authorities.
For information and resources visit ILRC.org
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Lafayette Library and Learning Center Foundation Presents
"FREE FOR ALL: The Public Library"
| | For Information and registration click HERE | | Bike to Work/Wherever Day on May 15th | |
Dust off your bike, fill the tires, grab a helmet, and hit the road on two wheels. Join thousands of cyclists around the Bay Area on May 15th by using a bike to get to work or wherever you need to go. Click here for more information.
| | Fraud Prevention - The 10 Common Scams that target Older Adults | | The California Department of Aging has created "The 10 Common Scams That Target Older Adults" flyer to help older adults and their caregivers recognize and avoid fraud. From phone scams to online impersonators, this flyer highlights common tactics used by scammers and offers practical tips to stay safe. It is available in English, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Tagalog. Click here to download the flyer. | | Draft Mental Health Services Act Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan Public Comment Period Open! | | |
The draft Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan for Fiscal Years 2025-26 Annual Update document has been posted for public comment and review. The Public Comment period will run through May 16, 2025.
This document also includes the Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) Annual Report, and the Innovation Annual Report for Fiscal Years 2023-2024.
If you would like to make a public comment related to this document, please submit your comment via email. The document can be found here.
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Wildfire Preparedness and Evacuation
Take advantage of this free Lamorinda Resident's Guide. While this was created by the Lamorinda communities, within this booklet you will find information about emergency alerts and warnings, how to sign up for them, what they are, where to find them, and what to do should you receive one.
Find evacuation tips that have been learned first-hand by evacuees and can save time, effort, and lives.
Click on the picture to learn what you can do now to prepare and what you should do if you receive an evacuation order.
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Protecting Public Health Since 1927
The Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District is dedicated to the health and welfare of the county's more than 1 million residents covering 716 square miles.
The District provides services and programs to all Contra Costa County residents at no additional charge that are specific to:
- Mosquito inspection and assistance
- Mosquitofish for backyard pools and ponds
- Rats and Mice inspection and advice
- Skunks inspection and assistance
- Ground-Nesting Yellowjackets treatment
- Bees identification and education
- Tick identification
- Biting/Stinging Insect identification
The M&VC trained and certified employees work daily to reduce the risk of diseases spread by insects and animals by controlling them in a responsible, environmentally conscious manner. It is all part of our Integrated Vector Management (IVM) program where we use the most efficient and effective state-of-the-art protocols and products. All products are registered with the Environmental Protection Agency.
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Trinity Center Searches for Next Executive Director
The Trinity Center has started a search for an Executive Director. If you are an experienced, resourceful, and community-building leader, or know someone who is, click here for more information.
The Trinity Center opens doorways to opportunity, offering vital safety net services, case management, and housing support for adults experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
The next leader will support Trinity Center’s growth and development by focusing on the future and thinking big, while ensuring the organization’s infrastructure can sustain the needed programs for years to come.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, simply send a single PDF document of your resume and a cover letter that describes your interest and relevant qualifications to: The Trinity Center. Applications will be accepted through May 28th.
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AB109 CAB Looking for Members from Central County!
The 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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