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District 3 Newsletter for May 2

Summer Internship Opportunity

Apply today for an internship this summer in my Brentwood office. The opportunity is open to high school and college students who live in or attend school in East Contra Costa County. Learn more at: https://tinyurl.com/d3interns

Final Youth Center Listening Session Tonight

Have you spoken up yet about what you want in an East County Youth Center? Join the final two virtual listening session this evening.


Register for the Thursday, May 2nd session at 5:30 pm

Prescribed Burning at Mount Diablo State Park Begins May 2024

prescribed burn at Wilder Ranch in 2023

California State Parks will be performing a series of prescribed burns on ten plots of land, totaling approximately 240 acres within the Mitchell Canyon area at Mount Diablo State Park. The burns will take place intermittently from May until December 2024. All burning depends on weather and air quality conditions. If weather or vegetation conditions are not favorable for burning and smoke dispersal, the department will reschedule the treatment.


These treatments aim to enhance grassland habitats by managing invasive species, reducing wildfire risk, reducing encroaching woody vegetation, improving wildlife habitat, promoting native plant diversity, and restoring the natural fire regime.


Below is more information on the planned prescribed burns at Mount Diablo State Park:

  • Begins in May, specific timing dependent on life stages of target invasive plant species.
  • During burn operations access points from the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center and Regency Drive entrance will be closed temporarily to visitor access.
  • Some trails will be closed for short periods, but no long-term trail closures are anticipated.
  • Smoke will be regulated and monitored.
  • Burns will be monitored for several days after ignition.
  • Ignitions will be dependent on favorable burning and air quality conditions.


All burns are coordinated and planned with the help of Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD). Prescribed burns produce significantly less smoke than wildfire, and California State Parks will be in close coordination with BAAQMD to minimize smoke in surrounding communities.


Details are available at the California State Parks website.

Community Events

Tri Delta Transit Hosting Annual Community Shred-It Event

Tri Delta Transit Annual Community Shred-It Event

Tri Delta Transit is hosting a FREE community Shred-It event in partnership with the City of Oakley, City of Antioch, Mt. Diablo Resource and Recovery, and Republic Services.


For more details, including a map of the May 8 event, visit Tri Delta Transit's website.

Join Us For the 2024 Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration

AANHPI event flier

The 2024 Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration will take place at the Board chambers, May 14th at 9:30 am. 



This year’s theme is Building on Our Legacies, so join us to honor and recognize the rich heritage of our AANHPI neighbors with live performances, lion dancing, and light refreshments! This free event is open to all.


Learn more and watch live: https://bit.ly/4ccbaLq

Join Cancer Support Community's Hope Walk

Hope Walk flier

Cancer Support Community San Francisco Bay Area hosts their annual Hope Walk and Community Fair on Saturday, May 18. Learn more and sign up at HopeWalkBayArea.net.

"How You Can Be Wildfire Ready!"

Pre-Season Wildfire Preparedness Town Hall in Brentwood on May 29

Contra Costa County Fire logo

Please join us for a special fire safety Town Hall focusing on the unique concerns of Contra Costa County residents.


The in-person event, hosted by Con Fire, will feature fire service leaders giving a presentation on, “How You Can Be Wildfire Ready!”


In addition to allowing ample time for your questions, we'll address protecting your home, family, and neighbors from wildfire danger:

Preventing: It takes a community approach to prevent wildfires; learn how you can make a difference.

Planning: Planning for evacuation, signing up for Community Warning System alerts, using the new Zonehaven digital evacuation tool, and steps to take during and after a fire emergency.

Preparing: Learn about weed abatement deadlines, creating defensible space around your home, and the importance of having an emergency Go Bag ready.

Responding: Learn about our public safety resources that will be responding to wildfires within Contra Costa County.


When: Wednesday May 29, 2024, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Where: Brentwood Senior Center

193 Griffith Lane, Brentwood, CA 94513


Can’t Join Us?

Watch the Town Hall meeting the next day on the Con Fire Facebook page:

www.facebook.com/contracostafire


For additional Wild Fire Preparedness information please visit our website: https://www.cccfpd.org/wildfire-prep/

Apply Today for the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Junior Women's Academy

Junior Women's Academy Flyer

This year, the Office of the Sheriff will host its third annual Junior Women’s Academy from June 11-13 at their range in Clayton. This 3-day camp is for young women aged 14-18 to create positive interactions with law enforcement while exposing them to various career opportunities. The theme of this year’s event is Dream. Believe. Achieve. It is free to all participants, and the Sheriff's Office offers transportation from pick-up locations throughout the county. 


Apply today at: www.JoinCoCoSheriff.org

Community Info

Spring Rattlesnake Advisory from East Bay Regional Park District

rattlesnake near rock

In early spring, snakes emerge from winter hibernation and become more active. Rattlesnakes are native to California and occur in a variety of wildland habitats, as well as in rural and urban areas. Rattlesnakes are more active in warm weather, which can lead to more encounters with humans and dogs, especially along trails and roads. Visitors are encouraged to keep snake safety precautions in mind when visiting East Bay Regional Parks throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons.


Read about rattlesnake safety tips and what to do if bitten on the East Bay Parks website.

Affordable Housing Community Meeting Scheduled for June 5 in Brentwood

Four images of housing being built and people moving into housing

Please join Contra Costa County staff for a presentation on Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.


If approved by voters across the Bay Area region, the bond measure would support affordable housing production, preservation, and protect at-risk households. Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development is hosting five in-person and two virtual public informational meetings to discuss the Contra Costa expenditure plan.


District 3 Event: Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 6:00 pm

Brentwood Community Center - Main Hall, 35 Oak Street, Brentwood

Register Here

Apply Now: 2025 Delta Science Fellows Program

Delta Science Program Logo

The Delta Science Program and California Sea Grant are pleased to announce the 14th round of Delta Science Fellowships to provide research support for the 2025-2026 academic years.


The fellowships fund research projects by early-career scientists for up to two years that:

- will advance the state of knowledge underlying high-priority science issues identified in the 2022-2026 Science Action Agenda and

- that affect the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and its management as an integrated socio-ecological system.


Eligible applicants include postdoctoral researchers, Ph.D. students, and master’s students.


Notices of Intent are due June 24, 2024. Applications are due August 26, 2024.


Visit the research funding and fellowships web page for more information about the Delta Science Program’s research awards.

View the Request for Applications

County Commission Openings

Contra Costa County Seal

The Board of Supervisors receives valuable input and community participation from numerous citizen advisory boards on a range of issues. Boards usually meet monthly regularly.

Candidates for these positions must live in District 3 or any specified boundary area for special districts. 

District 3 is comprised of the cities of Antioch, Oakley, and Brentwood, and the unincorporated communities of Bethel Island, Byron, Knightsen, and Discovery Bay.


Find out more by visiting the Board of Supervisors 

Appointed Bodies, Committees & Commissions 

webpage.


Download application here:

https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/6408/Boards-and-Commissions-Database


Applications should be submitted to the Clerk of the Board’s office located at 1025 Escobar Street, 1st Floor, Martinez, CA 94553

or by email to clerkoftheboard@cob.cccounty.us 



For more information, including on how to apply, contact District 3 Representative Alicia Nuchols at Alicia.Nuchols@bos.cccounty.us.

Assessment Appeals Board

1 Seat and 1 Alternate Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

 

The Assessment Appeals Board conducts impartial hearings on property assessment disputes between taxpayers and the county assessor. Based on the evidence presented at these hearings, the appeals board determined the value of the disputed property or determines other matters of property tax assessment within the board’s jurisdiction.

 

Qualifications:

Applicants should possess five or more years of professional experience in California as one of the following: licensed real estate broker, attorney, certified public accountant (CPA) or public accountant, property appraiser accredited by a nationally-recognized professional organization, property appraiser certified by the Office of Real Estate Appraisers, or property appraiser certified by the State Board of Equalization.


Contra Costa County Fire Protection District – Advisory Fire Commission 

1 Alternate Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Advisory Fire Commission reviews and makes recommendations on Fire District goals and objectives; monitors citizen complaints stemming from the District’s weed abatement program; exercises oversight of the approval process for the disposal of surplus property; and serves as liaison between the Board of Supervisors and the community

served by the District.


County Service Area Citizen Advisory Committee

3  Seats

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

 

Description:

The County Service Area P-6 Citizen Advisory Committee creates reports and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on extended police protection services which includes, but is not limited to, enforcement of the State Vehicle Code where authorized by law, crime prevention, and litter control.

 

Meetings: 

Quarterly- Second Wednesday of the Month

6:00 PM

Discovery Bay Community Center

1601 Discovery Bay Boulevard, Discovery Bay, CA 94505


Knightsen Town Advisory Council (KTAC)

1 Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The Council advises the Board of Supervisors on land use and planning matters affecting the community of Knightsen and may represent the Knightsen community before the Board of Supervisors, the East County Regional Planning Commission, the Zoning Administrator and the Local Agency Formation Commission on proposed boundary changes affecting the community.


The Knightsen Town Advisory Council (KTAC) consists of five (5) members, each of whom must reside within the boundaries of the Knightsen TAC.  KTAC meets the third Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm. Meetings are still being held virtually and will be subject to change.


Measure X Community Fiscal Oversight Committee

1 Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The Measure X Community Fiscal Oversight Committee was established by the Board of Supervisors on May 16, 2023 to advise the Board of Supervisors on financial audits of Measure X tax funds. 


The Committee has the following duties: 

1. Review, on an annual fiscal year basis, the expenditure of tax revenue generated by Measure X, to ensure it conforms to (i) the stated intent of the ballot measure, and (ii) the Board’s direction for specific allocations. 

2. Oversee an annual audit of expenditures of tax revenue generated by Measure X. 

3. Prepare an annual report of expenditures of tax revenue generated by Measure X.


Mental Health Commission

1 Seat (Seat 2 – Consumer)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


To review and assess the community's mental health needs, services, facilities, and special problems, in order to advise the Board of Supervisors concerning local mental health services and programs.


The Mental Health Commission meets the first Wednesday of each month from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 550 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill. Note: The Commission may not meet during the month of December. Check the Meeting Schedule page for a complete list of meetings.


To apply, click on this link: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/6408/Boards-and-Commissions-Database

Board of Supervisors' meetings are held in person at the County Administration Building 1025 Escobar Street, 1st floor, Martinez. The public is encouraged to attend the meetings.


The Board meetings are also accessible via television, and via live-streaming to all members of the public. Board meetings are televised live on Comcast Cable 27, ATT/U-Verse Channel 99, Astound Channels 32 & 1027, and can be seen live online at www.contracosta.ca.gov or www.contracostatv.org.


Persons who wish to address the board during public comment or with respect to an item on the agenda may comment in person or may call in during the meeting by dialing 888-278-0254 followed by the access code 843298#. A caller should indicate they wish to speak on an agenda item, by pushing "#2" on their phone. Access via Zoom is also available using the following link: https://cccounty-us.zoom.us/j/87344719204. Those participating via Zoom should indicate they wish to speak on an agenda item by using the “raise your hand” feature in the Zoom app. To provide contact information, please contact Clerk of the Board at clerkoftheboard@cob.cccounty.us or call 925-655-2000.


Meetings of the Board are closed-captioned in real time. Public comment generally will be limited to two minutes. Your patience is appreciated. A Spanish language interpreter is available to assist Spanish-speaking callers.


See information about parking and access to the County Administration Building at 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez, CA 94553.

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