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Nighttime Construction to Occur in Three Locations Oct. 15-20 | |
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Between Oct. 15 and Oct. 20, the City of Concord will have construction crews performing nighttime roadwork in three parts of the city, resulting in roadway closures and detours between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
The three sites are:
- Willow Pass Road between Landana Drive and Avila Road (toward Hwy 4)
- Market Street and Clayton Road at the CA-242 off-ramp/on-ramp
- Grant Street, approaching and underneath CA-242
In addition to notifying all emergency services dispatch, including fire and police, and local transit agencies, 511 will also be informed. The 511 traffic alert service typically updates map navigation apps to help individuals avoid these closure areas.
Concord’s extensive roadwork is the result of the City’s two-year, $120 million Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) budget, made possible by voters’ 2020 approval of Measure V, a one-cent use and transaction tax intended to maintain a reliable source of local funding. Measure V generates about $32 million annually and is invested by the City Council into community-identified priorities, including roadway improvements throughout the community.
Read more about three roadway projects and what the work entails.
View an interactive map of all of Concord's capital improvement projects.
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Measure V Oversight Committee | |
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The City Council announced a recruitment for the Measure V Oversight Committee to fill three openings, consisting of two Concord resident positions and one position from either the business community or a Concord resident, for four-year terms ending December 31, 2027. The deadline for applications to the City Clerk is Friday, Nov. 3, at 5 p.m.
The Measure V Oversight Committee fulfills two areas of responsibility each of the years that the Measure V 1% rate use and transaction tax is collected:
- Review the City's annual audit report, including the Measure V tax revenue and expenditures; and
- Provide recommendations to the City Council on the use of Measure V revenue.
The Committee produces a report that records the results of its review of the City's audit and its recommendations for expenditure of the revenue generated from the tax.
Apply now!
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Free Buses to Replace BART Service Between Pleasant Hill and Concord, Oct. 14-15 | |
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Yellow Line riders, please be advised: this weekend, Oct. 14-15, free buses will replace BART service between Pleasant Hill and Concord stations. This work and the bus bridge will also take place Oct. 28-29.
BART is taking a systemwide safety initiative to remove potentially hazardous trees in advance of severe winter storms. Free County Connection buses are provided to give workers with enough room by the trackway to safely do the work.
Riders in the area should anticipate delays of up to 30 minutes on work weekends. Riders in the area on work weekends will have to get off their train at either Pleasant Hill or Concord and then board a free bus provided by County Connection to the next station in their direction of travel to continue their trip.
Learn more about the weekend bus bridge.
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Concord to Update ADA Transition Plan | |
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The City of Concord is in the process of updating its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan, which was adopted in 2009.
This process will include a full reevaluation of all City infrastructure such as parks, buildings, sidewalks, and curb ramps. There will also be assessments of current policies and procedures for all services that are provided to the public, such as online services and web pages, recreational services, permit center services, finance services, and general customer service.
To share information with the public about this process and solicit community input, Concord's ADA Coordinator will be holding a community meeting on this topic. The meeting is currently scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 1950 Parkside Drive.
More information about the meeting, the process, and how to access the webinar will be shared on the ADA Transition Plan web page in the coming days. Information will also be shared through the City's social media channels and Nextdoor.
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Salvio Street Night Market Begins Oct. 14 | |
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Beginning this Saturday, Oct. 14, the Salvio Street Night Market will debut, featuring outdoor shopping, local talent, crafts, clothing, and more.
Produced by Justin Crossley from the Hop Grenade Taproom and Bottle Shop, the market will run every Saturday night from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. through Dec. 23.
The Salvio Street Night Market will take place on the brand-new extended sidewalk on Salvio Street at Salvio Pacheco Square.
Interested vendors can apply here.
We hope to see you there, Concord!
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Halloween Events Creeping Up | |
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The bewitching season is upon us and Concord's Recreation Services Department has brewed up a cauldron of thrilling activities to delight your family! From dunking for pumpkins to strolling for candy, our upcoming festivities welcome you to the world of frightfully fun Halloween magic. Dust off your broomsticks and join us for a hauntingly good time that is sure to promise excitement, laughter, and enchantment.
Floating Pumpkin Patch
Join Concord's aquatic staff for a spooktacular fall-time event for the whole family. Splash around and pick out the perfect pumpkin in our shallow water short-course lanes. Once you have picked the best pumpkin in the patch, get dressed in your Halloween costume and head over to the grass area to decorate while enjoying spooktacular music, arts and crafts, and games. Anyone who plans on participating in the event must be registered online, the price of admission includes pumpkin.
Please keep in mind Children 8 years and under, and/or anyone wearing a Coast Guard-approved flotation device must be accompanied in the water by a legal guardian and within arm’s reach at all times. Online Registration Required.
Saturday, October 14 at Concord Community Pool
1:30-3:00 p.m.
Register
Spooktacular Trick or Treat Trail
Calling all goblins and ghouls! The Spooktacular Trick or Treat Trail offers an enchanting evening for kids ages 2 to 11 to collect candy, create crafts, play games, complete the scavenger hunt, enter the costume contest, and more! Several local organizations are joining the fun, hosting a booth along the trail and passing out candy. Special guest judges will select winners for the best booth decorations and costume contests. Pre-registration Required.
Friday, October 27 at Baldwin Park
Ages 2-11
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Register
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Police Department Hosts 2nd Annual 'Trunk or Treat' | |
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Join us for a spooktacular time at the 2nd Annual Concord Police Department's Trunk or Treat event!
Date: Sunday, Oct. 29
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Concord Police Department
Address: 1350 Galindo Street
Last year was a scream, and this year promises to be even better:
- We've got several fantastic food vendors serving up delicious treats.
- Games, face painting, and goodie bags galore! It's going to be a blast for kids of all ages.
- Meet our incredible police K9s and witness their incredible skills.
- Get revved up as we showcase our awesome police motorcycles!
- And the best part? It's all FREE!
Bring your friends, family, and neighbors for a fang-tastic Halloween celebration. Let's make unforgettable memories together at the 2nd Annual Concord Police Department Trunk or Treat.
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Creative Concord Returns to Todos Santos Plaza Oct. 14-15 | |
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Creative Concord is coming back to Todos Santos Plaza this weekend, Oct. 14-15.
ART & MUSIC JAM in the Park
Oct 14 & 15, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Live music on Sunday with The Beat of Diablo
- Art projects with the Concord Art Association & the Concord Ambassadors
- Special painting activities for kids
- Powerful poetry presentation by Cordon Concepts
- Oct. 15 at Concord Historical Society, featuring talented youth from Pittsburg Prodigies
- Meet the Musician with Alexandra Simpson on Oct. 17 at Concord Historical Society, hosted by California Symphony
- ...and more!
Plus, downtown Concord will come alive with temporary Illuminated sculptures, a new mural installation, and more surprises!
Visit creativeconcordca.com for all the details. Get ready for an unforgettable arts & culture experience!
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Payment Plan Offered for Unpaid Tolls and Penalties | |
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Do you have unpaid tolls and penalties from bridge and express lane violations in the Bay Area?
The Bay Area Toll Payment Plan is open to eligible drivers who have driven on Bay Area bridges or express lanes and owe at least $100 in tolls, violation penalties and DMV fees after any waivers have been applied. For income and application requirements, visit bayareatollpaymentplan.org.
In addition, BATA and partner agencies are offering one-time violation penalty waivers regardless of income. To request a waiver or find out if you have overdue toll violations, call 877-BAY-TOLL.
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The City of Concord's upcoming public meetings include:
- Thursday, Oct. 12: Design Review Board
- Wednesday, Oct. 18: Planning Commission
- Wednesday, Oct. 18: Commission on Aging
- Wednesday, Oct. 18: Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District Grant Committee - CANCELLED
- Monday, Oct. 23: Homeless Strategic Plan Working Group
- Tuesday, Oct. 24: City Council
- Wednesday, Oct. 25: Special Meeting of the Community Services Commission
- Wednesday, Oct. 25: Community Meeting regarding Concord's ADA Transition Plan
See the full calendar.
To receive email or text notifications when the meeting agendas are posted, please subscribe to alerts using the "Notify Me" tool on the City's website.
City Council and Planning Commission meetings are broadcast live on Concord TV (Astound/Wave 29 and 1026, Comcast 28, U-verse 99) and streamed through the City's website as well as rebroadcast at later times.
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