COMPOST GIVEAWAY, TOMORROW, MAY 11 | |
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Date: Saturday, May 11th
Time: 8-11 AM (First-come, first-served while supplies last)
Location: Memorial Park (on Carmel Ave between Portland Ave and Thousand Oaks Blvd)
The 2024 Compost Giveaway will be held tomorrow May 11 at Memorial Park from 8-11 AM (First-come, first-served while supplies last).
WM EarthCare Homegrown Compost™ is 100% local, and made from your own Bay Area yard trimmings and residential food scraps. Learn more at www.wmearthcare.com.
PRODUCT WAIVERS MUST BE SIGNED TO TAKE RECEIPT OF COMPOST. Please bring a signed copy of the waiver with you to the Compost Giveaway. If you did not already receive a product waiver in the mail, you can download a waiver here or on our Compost webpage.
Those stopping by the Compost Giveaway should follow the following traffic rules:
- Enter Carmel Ave via Thousand Oaks Blvd
- Proceed to Waiver Collection Area
- Proceed to Compost Loading Zone (Under Redwood Trees on Carmel Ave)
- Exit Carmel Ave via Portland Ave
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ALBANY RACIAL EQUITY SURVEY | |
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The City of Albany invites you to share your experiences with Racial Equity in Albany. Your feedback can help influence and shape Albany's racial equity efforts.
Ready to participate? Take this quick survey in under 10 minutes by visiting surveymonkey.com/r/albany-TJC2024.
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OCEAN VIEW PICKLEBALL COURT CONVERSION | |
The pickleball court conversion project began on Monday, May 6 at Ocean View Park. Construction should be completed in approximately 30 days and the courts will remain closed during this time. These new pickleball courts will include new nets, posts, windscreens, LED light fixtures and additional seating among other amenities. This Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan project is made possible through the Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant Program and Measure M – Parks & Open Space Parcel Tax funding. | |
MAINTENANCE ALERT: ANNUAL SANITARY SEWER CLEANING | |
Annual sanitary sewer maintenance is scheduled to begin in May 2024. This work is vital to prevent sewer system blockages and overflows and entails sewer cleaning and CCTV inspections on over six miles of Albany sewers this year. During cleaning operations, there may be a temporary release of odors that will subside once the work is completed but sewer services will not be impacted. Work is anticipated to take approximately one month. Please follow posted signage for your safety and to ensure the project moves quickly. | |
CITY COUNCIL PROCLAMATIONS IN MAY | |
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Albany City Council passed six proclamations at the Council Meeting on May, 6, 2024. Click the links below to read the proclamations:
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Date: Thursday, May 16th
Time: 1:30-4:30 PM
Location: Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Ave
The Albany Senior Center presents Brushes & Brews. Come paint and have a delicious beverage at this event sponsored by Friends of Albany Seniors. A PaintNite instructor will guide participants using acrylic paint on canvas, no experience needed! Sign up by calling the Senior Center at 1(510)524-9122.
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MOVIE IN THE PARK, MAY 17 | |
Date: Friday, May 17th
Time: Sunset 8:30-10:30pm
Location: Memorial Park, 1325 Portland Ave
Bring the family, a picnic and a blanket for a lovely evening of film-enjoyment under the stars at Memorial Park! We will be showing the movie Wonder Women (pg-13).
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PARCEL TAX EXEMPTIONS AND RENTER REBATES AVAILABLE | |
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The City of Albany offers exemptions for income qualified homeowners and rebates for income qualified renters on up to six eligible parcel taxes.
You must apply every year. The application for 2024 is now available.
Want more information or help filling out the application in-person? Homeowners and renters of all ages can receive in-person application assistance on:
Tuesday, May 14 and May 21 from 1:30-4:00 PM
Location: Albany Senior Center
Address: 846 Masonic Avenue
Please call 510-524-9283 for more information.
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FRIENDSHIP SUMMER CAMP 2024 | |
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Ages: Entering 1st – 5th grade in Fall 2024
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 9 AM-4 PM (Extended Care Options Available)
Dates: June 10th – August 9th , 1 week sessions
Friendship Summer Camp will give your child a summer to remember! Each week children will do activities that include art, crafts, sensory play, engineering & building, science, and outdoor group games. The children will go on weekly walking field trips to local parks and the Albany Aquatic Center for pool day fun!
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CALL FOR ARTISTS - TWO ART PROGRAMS | |
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Albany Community Center Foyer Art Gallery
The Albany Arts Committee sponsors 4 art shows per year and the exhibits run for approximately 3 months. The Gallery has played host to wonderful & talented artists from Albany and neighboring cities.
To be considered for a 2025 show, complete and submit the Foyer Art Gallery Exhibit Application with the requested documents and images of your work.
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Albany Mural Project
The City of Albany has released a Call for Artists for the inaugural installation of the Albany Murals Project: murals on four columns supporting the BART tracks on the Ohlone Greenway. Applications are welcome from individuals as well as teams, collectives, and collaborators. The theme is "Gateways," and the deadline for submissions is Monday, May 20 at 4 PM.
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APPLY FOR ADVISORY BODY VACANCIES | |
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Apply for vacancies on the following advisory bodies:
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Arts Committee - The Committee advises the City Council on cultural and artistic matters within the City including the acquisition and placement of public art. The Committee adheres to the Public Arts Master Plan, the Art in Public Places Ordinance and the Public Arts Project Plan in order to support, develop and promote art in Albany and increase the economic vitality of the City.
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Climate Action Committee - The Committee serves as a technical advisory committee regarding matters related to climate action and advises the Council on matters related to reducing greenhouse gases; and adapting to climate change.
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Housing Advisory Commission - The establishment of a Housing Advisory Commission is to advise the City Council on policies and strategies for implementation of the Housing Element programs related to tenant protections, fair and equitable access to housing, housing programs, rent review, and other related programs.
If interested, please complete an online application (and a supplemental questionnaire for the Housing Advisory Commission) or contact the Albany City Clerk Office at 1(510) 528-5710 for more information.
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FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER PROGRAM | |
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Pre-applications for the final round of AC Boost are now being accepted! AC Boost is Alameda County's Down Payment Assistance Program funded by Measure A1. This program offers shared appreciation loans of up to $210,000 to first-time homebuyers who live in, work in, or have been displaced from Alameda County. Limited preference is given to First Responders and Educators.
The pre-application window closes on May 15, 2024. Learn more or submit your pre-application at acboost.org or call (510) 500-8840.
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FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER WORKSHOP, MAY 18 | |
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Date: May 18, 2024
Time: 9 AM-5 PM
The ECHO Housing Homebuyer Education virtual trainings assist potential home buyers by providing classroom training on the homebuying process. This workshop will help you determine if you are ready for homeownership, how to select a lender, shop for a home, and how to be a successful homeowner.
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ALBANY LIBRARY THANK YOU CELEBRATION, MAY 12 | |
Date: Sunday, May 12, 2024
Time: 1-3:30 PM
Location: Albany Community Center, 1249 Marin Ave
The Albany Library's Thank You celebration is a tribute to Moms, Caregivers, First Responders, Government Organizations, Nonprofits, Library Members, the Friends of the Albany Library, ACL, Volunteers, and the Community for continuing to support the library through this challenge. We would have had a hard time continuing to serve the community without their support. The free event will include acknowledgements, music of Charged Particles, wonderful food, floral gifts, and more. Please consider joining us at the Albany Community Center as we celebrate our partnership & accomplishments!
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FRIENDS OF ALBANY SENIORS GARAGE SALE, MAY 18 | |
Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024
Time: 9 AM-1 PM
Location: Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Ave
Come to the Friends of Albany Seniors Garage Sale to browse a large selection of items from kitchen items to gardening tools. Your garage sale purchases help the Friends of the Albany Senior Center and support Senior Center activities.
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