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District 3 Newsletter for December 21

Happy Holidays!

Holiday greeting

I'd like to wish you all a happy holiday season and a wonderful new year. County offices, including my District 3 office in Brentwood, will be closed on December 25 and January 1.

'Tis the Season: How to Help Our Neighbors in Need

Help Feed Our Neighbors by Donating in the Annual Holiday Food Fight

The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano serves one in four residents and provides more than 3,400,000 meals monthly.


As you plan your holiday menu, I hope you’ll consider our neighbors and donate to make the 2023 Holiday Food Fight a success.

  

To donate, click the link below or mail a check to our office. 

 

https://give.foodbankccs.org/team/326115

 

Please make checks payable to:

Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano

 

Mail to:

Office of Supervisor Diane Burgis

Contra Costa County 

3361 Walnut Blvd. Ste 140

Brentwood, CA 94513

NAMI Contra Costa's Annual Holiday Sock Drive

NAMI Sock Drive

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Contra Costa County is holding its annual holiday sock drive. Unworn socks continue to be the most requested items for unsheltered people.


Please drop off unworn socks at the NAMI office during business hours: 2151 Salvio St., Suite V in Concord.


Email Shelly Ji at shelly@namicontracosta.org with any questions.

Support Make It Home, Our Local Furniture Bank

Furnished living room

Make It Home was founded in 2020 with the mission to help Bay Area families and individuals transitioning out of crisis. They recycle, repurpose and curate gently used donated furnishings to transform empty spaces into homes, addressing both furniture poverty and protecting the environment.


Since its founding, Make It Home has served almost 1600 Bay Area households, and has served 120 households in Contra Costa County just in the past year. They work with over 150 social agencies across the Bay Area to serve their clients and provide an entire household of furnishings and household goods, including up to three new beds, furniture, bedding, kitchenware, bath kits and cleaning kits.


Learn more about how to donate your gently used furniture, your time or your money by visiting: https://www.makeithomebayarea.org

Community Events

Shout-Out for Student Wellness: Virtual Listening Session on January 9

Student Wellness Flyer

California's Mental Health Services Oversight & Accountability Commission will host a virtual listening session on student mental health. The commission wants to hear from students, families, and organizations about the mental wellness needs of youth in our community.


To register for the January 9th session, visit: https://mhsoac-ca-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZElcu-qqDkuGdBqTUWCuB62s1UQHfOLUyID#/registration

Provide Feedback about the Community Warning System

Contra Costa Health (CCH) seeks input from county residents about whether they use the Community Warning System (CWS), how well it works, and if more notification options would improve it.


The CWS is an all-hazards community notification system that alerts residents about emergencies affecting public health or safety, including those from refineries and large chemical manufacturing facilities in Contra Costa County.

Take the Survey (in English or Spanish)

Community Info

Apply to Join the Contra Costa Aviation Advisory Committee

Prototype vehicle at Byron Airport

Contra Costa County is accepting applications for the upcoming Member at Large opening on the Aviation Advisory Committee (AAC). This position is designated for someone who works or resides in Contra Costa County to represent all County stakeholders in matters related to Buchanan Field and Byron Airports. Upon appointment by the Board of Supervisors the new appointee would serve a term expiring on Sunday, February 28, 2027.


The AAC serves as an advisory group to the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors (Board) to provide advice and recommendations to the Board on aviation matters related to the Contra Costa County Airports. The AAC typically meets every other month at either Buchanan Field or Byron Airport.


Application forms can be obtained from the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors by calling (925) 655-2000 or at: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/3418/Appointed-Bodies-Committees-Commissions. Applications should be submitted online or returned to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, County Administration Building, 1025 Escobar Street, 1st Floor, Martinez, CA 94553, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2023. Applicants should plan to be available for public interviews in person or via Zoom, tentatively scheduled for Monday, January 22, 2024, at 11:00 am at the County Administration Building, 1025 Escobar Street, Conference Room 110 A & B, Martinez, at the Airports Committee Meeting.


Do Hazardous Materials Policy Issues Interest You? Join the Contra Costa County Hazardous Materials Commission!

Contra Costa County Seal

Contra Costa County Hazardous Materials Commission is seeking applicants to fill multiple seats, including a General Public Seat, an Environmental Organization Seat and an Environmental Organization Alternate Seat.


The Commission is a voluntary body appointed by the Board of Supervisors and makes policy recommendations to the Board and County staff on issues concerning hazardous materials and hazardous waste.


The Commission’s 14 members and alternates serve four-year terms and include representatives of industry, labor, civic groups, environmental organizations, environmental engineers, the general public, cities and Environmental Justice communities.


To obtain an application form, or for further information, contact Michael Kent, Executive Assistant to the Commission, at (925) 250-3227 or mkent@cchealth.org. Applications may also be obtained from the Clerk of the Board located at 1025 Escobar Street 1st Floor, Martinez CA 94553.


You may also submit an application by mail, e-mail or on-line: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/3418/Appointed-Bodies-Committees-Commissions


Applications must be received by January 3, 2024 (new date) and if mailed, mailed to the Clerk of the Board.


Interviews for qualified applicants will take place from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on January 12, 2024 (new date) in person or by Zoom.

Affordable Housing Finance Committee seeking East County (Unincorporated) Representative

house

The Contra Costa County Internal Operations Committee (IOC) of the Board of Supervisors is now accepting applications from individuals to fill four vacant positions for the Affordable Housing Finance Committee (AHFC):

  • Central County (Unincorporated) Representative,
  • Central County (City) Representative, and
  • East County (Unincorporated) Representative.


Applicants must:

  • Be a resident of Contra Costa County in one of the above vacant residency membership categories.
  • Have professional experience in the field of affordable housing finance, design, development, or property management.


The AHFC works with the Department of Conservation and Development to develop funding recommendations for the Board of Supervisors on the annual allocation of HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Measure X Housing, and other various funds for affordable housing development and/or preservation in Contra Costa County. The AHFC typically convenes once annually in the spring to review County staff’s recommendations for project funding of applications received through a public request for proposals process. Occasionally there are additional special meetings throughout the fiscal year to reallocate funds as needed.


To obtain an application for or further information, contact Kristin Sherk, staff liaison to the AHFC, at 925-655-2889 or Kristin.Sherk@dcd.cccounty.us. Applications may also be obtained from the Clerk of the Board located at 1025 Escobar Street, 1st Floor, Martinez, CA 94553. For more information, please visit the AHFC webpage at http://www.contracosta.ca.gov/AHFC. A fillable application is available on the website for your convenience.


Applications must be submitted by Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 5:00 P.M. to the Clerk of the Board.


Interviews are anticipated to be scheduled for the IOC meeting in February 2024 (exact date TBD). The IOC considers applications from all interested individuals and conducts interviews even when an existing committee member seeks reappointment.

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

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 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

1 Seat

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

 

  

Emergency Medical Care Committee

1 Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The Emergency Medical Care Committee reviews the County's ambulance and other emergency services as required in State law; and serves in an advisory capacity to the County Board of Supervisors, and to the County EMS Agency, on matters relating to emergency medical services as directed by the Board.


Meetings will normally be held at the Contra Costa County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Administrative Office, 777 Arnold Drive, Martinez, CA, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.



FIRST 5 – Contra Costa Children & Families Commission 

1 Seat/1 Alternate Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The First 5 Contra Costa Children and Families Commission works to support early childhood development through a strategic plan developed pursuant to the California Children and Families

First Act of 1998.



Fish & Wildlife Committee 

1 Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The Fish & Wildlife Committee advises the Board of Supervisors on fish and wildlife issues in Contra Costa County, including use of funds from the Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund pursuant

to Fish and Game Code Section 13103.



Knightsen Town Advisory Council (KTAC)

2 Seats

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 7:30pm. Meetings are still being held virtually and will be subject to change.



Measure X Community Advisory Board

1 Seat

Closing Date: Open Until Filled


The Measure X Community Advisory Board was established by the Board of Supervisors on February 2, 2021 to advise the Board of Supervisors on the use of Measure X transactions and use tax funds.


Qualifications

Committee members shall either live or work in Contra Costa County, with a majority being residents of the County. There is no requirement for Supervisorial District seat appointees to live or

work within a specific Supervisorial District. Public officials, including both elected and appointed, are not eligible to serve on the MXCAB.



Mental Health Commission

1 Seat (Seat 2 - Consumer)

1 Seat (Seat 3 – Family Member)

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.

“I hope that in this year to come, you make mistakes. Because if you are making mistakes, then you are making new things, trying new things, learning, living, pushing yourself, changing yourself, changing your world. You're doing things you've never done before, and more importantly, you're doing something.”

- Neil Gaiman


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