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Brookfield to Hold Community Workshop on Parks & Open Space | |
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Brookfield Properties, the master developer for the Concord Naval Weapons Station (CNWS) Base Reuse Project, will be hosting a Parks and Open Space Community Workshop on Tuesday, Sept. 17.
Are you interested in learning more about the CNWS development project and the planning process for parks and open space? Do you want to share feedback about what features and activities you would like to see throughout the project site's parks and open space? RSVP today and join the team for this engaging presentation.
The workshop will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Centre Concord Ballroom, 5298 Clayton Rd.
Register now.
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Supervisor Ken Carlson to Host a State of the County Town Hall | |
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Have you ever wondered what a county does, how a county works, or how your county affects you?
Contra Costa County Supervisor Ken Carlson, in partnership with the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, invites you to the State of the County on Thursday, Sept. 12 at 4:30 p.m. at the Concord Plaza Hotel, 45 John Glenn Drive.
This is a great opportunity to learn about how the county operates, as well as hear updates on County programs and projects.
The event is free to attend. Please register here.
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Emergency Preparedness Fair Comes to Todos Santos Plaza Sept. 5 | |
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Are you prepared for an earthquake or other disaster?
Join us tomorrow evening for our annual Emergency Preparedness Fair -- Thursday, Sept. 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Todos Santos Plaza.
Stop by to pick up useful information and free giveaways from local emergency service organizations.
The fair will be held in conjunction with Concord's Music and Market concert series. The farmers' market begins at 4 p.m., and Tom Petty Tribute Band, The Big Jangle, will be playing between
6:30 and 8 p.m.
Thank you to all of the partners, vendors, and sponsors who make this event and our weekly concerts possible!
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Sept. 12 Music & Market Features Eras Costume Contest at "Twist on Taylor" | |
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Get ready to shake it off and step into the spotlight, Swifties! We're thrilled to announce the ultimate Eras Costume Contest during Music & Market at our "Twist on Taylor - a Tribute to Taylor Swift" concert on Sept. 12.
This is YOUR chance to dazzle in your favorite Taylor Swift era, whether you're challenging the vintage vibes of Fearless, the edgy glam of Reputation, or the dreamy aesthetic of Midnights! Dress to impress and show off your Swiftie style because the most iconic costumes will WIN prizes and eternal bragging rights!
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Date: Thursday, Sept. 12
π Location: Todos Santos Plaza
π Time: 6:30 p.m.
So grab your glitter, sparkle up your outfit, and come ready to strut your stuff and sing your heart out! Let's make this this night legendary! See you there, Swifties!
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Community Input Sought for Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Program | |
The City of Concord is considering several properties for a program that may change allowable land uses to facilitate the development of high-density residential housing. To discuss the next steps of this project and receive community input, the City is hosting two community meetings on this topic in mid-September.
This potential rezoning will not affect any current uses on the properties under consideration but will allow high-density residential housing to be built in addition to the existing permitted uses.
This initiative, known as the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Project (AFFH), is part of Concordβs Housing Element. The City is committed to rezoning at least 20 acres in higher resource neighborhoods to permit high-density multifamily development (up to 60 units per acre). These 20 acres will be distributed across various parcels within the study area.
Community Meeting Details (you only need to attend one):
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In-Person Meeting: Monday, Sept. 16, 6 p.m. at Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton Road, Concord
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Virtual Meeting: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6 p.m. via Zoom (register today)
For more information and to view a list of properties under consideration for rezoning, please visit: www.cityofconcord.org/AFFH.
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Bay Area SunShares Discount Program Starts Now | |
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The City of Concord is partnering with Bay Area SunShares to make your home more eco-friendly and energy-efficient.
Bay Area SunShares provides a discount on turnkey solar installations and home battery storage. Any resident in the Bay Area's nine counties (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma) can sign up for the SunShares discount at www.bayareasunshares.org between September 1 and November 15, 2024. SunShares is administered by the Business Council on Climate Change.
Key Dates
September 1: Sign-ups for SunShares discount opens
September 24: SunShares Informational Webinar #1
October 16: SunShares Informational Webinar #2
November 7: SunShares Informational Webinar #3
November 15: Last day to sign up for SunShares discount
December 15: Last day to sign a contract & secure the discount
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Traffic Impacts Web Page Shows Road Closures | |
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To help drivers plan around traffic construction happening throughout the City, Concord's Engineering team earlier this year set up a Traffic Impacts web page to show planned lane and roadway closures throughout the City, including closures for projects being done by private developers and utilities.
You can find maps, timelines, and project information by visiting:
www.cityofconcord.org/trafficimpacts.
Safe travels, Concord!
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Festival Latino Returns Sept. 15 | |
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Embrace the vibrant rhythms of the second annual Festival Latino on Sunday, Sept. 15 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Come on down to Todos Santos Plaza for this free, family-friendly event, organized by the Unity Council and sponsored by the City of Concord.
Indulge in the mesmerizing melodies of live music, including Mariachis, and exciting activities specially curated for children.
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Volunteers Sought for Creative Concord Oct. 5-6 | |
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Creative Concord, in partnership with Local Edition Creative, is excited to return for its third season in Concord.
Taking place on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 5-6, from noon to 6 p.m., Creative Concord is an annual arts and culture experience tailored specifically for the Concord community.
Event organizers are seeking volunteers for two time slots for each day:
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
& 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Don't worry -- no hard labor is required! Volunteers would simply staff the Creative Concord tent or the hospitality tent, and "roamers" would be asked to help out where needed. This is a fun way to be a part of the action! To learn more, please email info@creativeconcordca.com.
Working in partnership with Visit Concord and City staff, the event was established as a multi-day public art experience that engages a wide local demographic to unite via arts programming including murals, sculptures, music, and performing arts.
Check out the full lineup for the Art + Music Jam!
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The City of Concord's upcoming public meetings include:
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Wednesday, Sept. 4: Planning Commission -- CANCELLED
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Tuesday, Sept. 10: City Council
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Wednesday, Sept. 11: Community Services Commission -- CANCELLED
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Wednesday, Sept. 11: Zoning Administrator
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Wednesday, Sept. 11: Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
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Thursday, Sept. 12: Design Review Board
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Wednesday, Sept. 18: Planning Commission
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Wednesday, Sept. 18: Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District Grant Committee -- CANCELLED
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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