Supervisor Candace Andersen
                            
                       News from Around the District
  December 2012
In This Issue
Giving Back this Holiday Season
Danville's Annual Citizen Awards
Alamo School Grant Opportunity
Holiday Events at Forest Home Farms
Storm Preparation
Holiday Fire Safety
New San Ramon Park
Holiday Safety Tips
SRV Alcohol Policy Working Group
Volunteer Positions Available
 
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District 2 Staff

Steve Dexter  
Steve Dexter
Chief of Staff
Orinda Field Representative  

Gayle Israel
Gayle Israel
Deputy Chief of Staff
San Ramon &
Danville Field Representative
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Jill Ray
Jill Ray
Field Representative;
Moraga & Canyon

 

   Lauri Byers

Lauri Byers
Scheduler, Field Representative;
Lafayette

 

   

Donna Maxwell
Donna Maxwell
Field Representative;
Alamo, Saranap & Parkmead
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 District Offices 

San Ramon Valley Office

 

 

309 Diablo Road

Danville, CA  94526

 

Hours:

Monday- Friday

8am to 5pm

 

Phone: (925) 957-8860

FAX: (925) 820-3785

  

Danville Office  


Lamorinda Office

Fire Station #15

3338 Mt. Diablo Boulevard

Lafayette, CA  94549

 

Hours:

Mondays, 10am to 2pm  

Thursdays, 10am-4pm  

and by appointment, please call

 

Phone: (925) 646-6067

FAX: (925) 646-6068


Lafayette Office



Giving Ba
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k this Holiday Season  

 

The month of December is special for most of us. For some it holds great religious significance with Christmas and Hanukkah. We have cultural celebrations such as Kwanzaa. For others, Santa comes to visit bearing gifts. It's a time to gather with family and friends. Music, parties, great meals, baked treats, and the exchanging of gifts highlight the season.   Sadly, there are many who live in Contra Costa County who are not as fortunate as most of us. If you would like to make a difference in their lives, here are two ways you can help.

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Public Invited to Danville's Annual  

Citizen Awards Ceremony and  

Mayor Installation

 

Danville residents are invited to turn out on December 4th for the 31st Annual Town of Danville Mayoral Installation and Community Service Awards. 

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Vote for Alamo School in the "Power a Bright Future" Grant Contest    

 

With your vote, Alamo Elementary School can win $50,000 to help finish their teaching garden. The school was nominated to win a grant from Clorox with the program, "Power a Bright Future."  You can vote once a day until December 19th.  Seven winners will be announced in early 2013. Vote by clicking here.  You can also vote by texting 2653pbf to 95248.

City Council Changes in District 2 

 

Congratulations to new and re-elected city council members in District 2. 

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Santa's Reindeer to Visit Forest Home Farms Historic Park on December 1st and 8th

 

Two of Santa's reindeer will be making a special stop-over in San Ramon to visit with the children at Holidays on the Farm on Saturday, December 1st and Saturday, December 8th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

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 Supervisor Andersen Attends Moraga State of the Town Event  
   
CKA and Fire Chief Darrell Lee
Candace with Fire Chief Darrell Lee 

On Thursday, November 15, 2012 Supervisor Andersen joined the large crowd of Moraga citizens at the Moraga State of the Town and Volunteer Recognition Night at the Moraga Country Club. Candace enjoyed discussing a number of topics with several people before Mayor Metcalf began the presentation. Mayor Mike Metcalf shared his perspective of Town achievements

John Haffner - CKA - Larry Tessler
John Haffner, Candace and Larry Tessler 
from the past year and recognized all of the volunteers who have finished their terms on Town committees, commissions and boards.    

 

Disaster Preparedness 
 Storm Preparation
    
Storm
Winter seasons bring unpredictable conditions that can change at a moments notice. Rain, hail, snow and 
ice conditions all exist in Contra Costa County and places we travel.
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 Christmas Memories at the Museum  

of the San Ramon Valley


 Make Christmas Memories at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley one of your family's annual traditions . This delightful exhibit runs through January 5. Christmas Memories captures Christmas' past with a display of a Christmas tree as it would have looked in the 1890's.        

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Supervisor Andersen Attends Walnut Creek Sunrise Rotary Breakfast Meeting  

 

Walnut Creek Sunrise Kiwanis Candace attended the monthly breakfast meeting of the Walnut Creek Sunrise Rotary held on November 20th at Scott's Seafood Bar & Grill in Walnut Creek.   

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San Ramon Valley Fire -  Wishing You a Happy and Safe Holiday Season

 

SRV Fire png As the temperature drops and the holiday season draws near, the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District would like to remind you that many of our favorite holiday traditions can put our homes and families at risk for fire. Help protect your family by following these simple safety tips!

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Rancho San Ramon Community Park  

to be Built in 2013      

      

Rancho San Ramon Community Park The City of San Ramon has recently completed review and approval of the final design of Rancho San Ramon Community Park and the Amador Rancho Center. This facility is located on new Dougherty Road/Service Center Road at the most eastern edge of Bollinger Canyon Road (past the Dougherty Station Community Center).
Holiday Safety Tips from Your Sheriff's Department    

  

CCC Sheriff As we rapidly approach the holidays, the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office would like to offer several safety tips to help you, your neighbors, family, and friends reduce the chances of becoming victimized during this season.  

 

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Supervisor Andersen attends  

Moraga Kiwanis Meeting 

 

Candace enjoMoraga Kiwanisyed a warm reception on Thursday, November 1st when she joined the Kiwanis Club of Moraga Valley for breakfast. Mayor Mike Metcalf, pictured with Candace to the left, gave her a wonderful introduction, after which, Candace described the duties of the job, the format of a Board of Supervisors' meeting, and touched on some of the issues that she has deliberated her first four months as the District 2 Supervisor. She told the group that it has been fun, interesting, and very exciting!  

San Ramon Valley Alcohol Policy
Working Group and YOU! 

 

The San Ramon Valley Alcohol Policy Working Group (SRVAP) is an action-based community coalition that is focused on reducing alcohol access to minors by utilizing Environmental Prevention strategies.

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Supervisor Andersen Tours the Shell Refinery  

Shell Refinery Tour The Shell Martinez Refinery began construction in 1913 and was in operation in 1915. Although some of the buildings that were built in that era are still standing on the approximately 1,000 acres, most are no longer in use.   

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Interested in Participating in Government?

Supervisor Andersen is Seeking Volunteers for  

County Advisory Boards

 

Interested and motivated residents are needed to serve on a variety of Contra Costa County citizen advisory boards. These voluntary boards usually meet monthly and advise the Board of Supervisors on a variety of issues.  

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Giving Back this Holiday Season   

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The month of December is special for most of us. For some it holds great religious significance with Christmas and Hanukkah. We have cultural celebrations such as Kwanzaa. For others, Santa comes to visit bearing gifts. It's a time to gather with family and friends. Music, parties, great meals, baked treats, and the exchanging of gifts highlight the season.   Sadly, there are many who live in Contra Costa County who are not as fortunate as most of us. If you would like to make a difference in their lives, here are two ways you can help.

 

Feeding the Hungry

During this holiday season, for the ninth year in a row, employees of Contra Costa and Solano counties will compete to raise funds for their neighbors in need with the "Counties Care" Holiday Food Fight. Since the Challenge began in 2004, a total of $927,993.73 has been collected. County employees hope to raise over $72,000 this year and hit the Million Dollar Mark. All funds and food raised are contributed to the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano. For every dollar donated, the Food Bank distributes the equivalent of two nutritious, high-quality meals to hungry neighbors in our communities.

 

You can join in the Food Fight fun by making your donation on their web site by clicking here, then click on the "Counties Care Holiday Food Fight". In addition, barrels for collecting foodstuffs can be found in County buildings, including fire stations, libraries, and, of course my offices at 309 Diablo Road in Danville and 3338 Mt. Diablo Boulevard in Lafayette. We are also happy to accept checks made out to Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano at my office.

 

Gifts for Children

Another way that you can help make this holiday season brighter for those in need is to support Holiday Helpers, a project led each year by the Volunteer and Emergency Services Team in Action (VESTIA). VESTIA is a non-profit led by volunteers. It raises money and obtains donated goods and services to provide supplemental support to the clients of the Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) in Contra Costa County when no other resources are available. One of the programs they offer is called the Holiday Helpers Warehouse, which provides holiday assistance (gifts, clothing and food) to low-income children.

 

If you would like to help, they are in need of:  

  • Toys for boys and girls, ages 3 to 14
  • Board games
  • Art kits
  • Blankets, any size
  • Warm clothing, children's only
  • Gifts for teens ages 15 - 18, including watches, makeup kits, hat & scarf sets, appropriate DVDs, movie tickets, and gift cards ($15 value)

All donations should be new and left unwrapped. Cash donations are also very important for last minute special needs shopping. Please make checks payable to VESTIA, Inc. All donations are tax deductible.

 

You can drop donations off ay my office through December 13. Or, deliver your donations directly to the Holiday Helpers Warehouse, located at 500 Ellinwood Way in Pleasant Hill, on Friday, December 14th between the hours of 9:00AM and 2:00PM.  For more information about VESTIA, please call 925-521-5060, or contact Anne Struthers at 925-521-5062 or email by clicking here.

 

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Public Invited to Danville's Annual  

Citizen Awards Ceremony and  

Mayor Installation

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Danville residents are invited to turn out on December 4th for the 31st Annual Town of Danville Mayoral Installation and Community Service Awards. 

 

This annual event, held at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front Street, is when individuals and organizations are recognized and honored by the Town for their various contributions to the community.  The event culminates with the awarding of the Danville Award, given to that resident or group that best exemplifies the spirit of community and volunteerism found in the Town of Danville.

 

Also during the evening, Councilmember-elect Renee Morgan will take her oath of office and Councilmembers Newell Arnerich and Mike Doyle will be sworn-in for four-year terms of office.  The new Mayor and Vice-Mayor of Danville will be selected for 2013.

 

The awards ceremony will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday Dec. 4, 2012 at the Danville Community Center.  Residents are invited to attend a reception afterwards in the Danville Library.

 

For more information, contact City Clerk Marie Sunseri at (925) 314-3401 or email by clicking here.      

 

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City Council Changes in District 2     

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Congratulations to new and re-elected city council members in District 2. In Orinda, Steve Glazer and Victoria Smith won re-election.  The town of Moraga re-elected Mike Metcalf and elected new members
Roger Wykle  and Phillip Arth.  In Lafayette, incumbent Mike Anderson won re-election with Traci Reilly and  Mark Mitchell joining the council for the first time.  In Walnut Creek, Bob Simmons won re-election and Justin Wedel and Loella Haskew will be joining the city council for the first time.  Danville re-elected Newell Arnerich and Mike Doyle, and added Renee Morgan to the town council.

Candace would also like to recognize outgoing council members for their years of dedicated service to their communities. Howard Harpham and Karen Mendonca will be leaving the Moraga Town Council after four years each of service to the citizens. In Lafayette, Carl Anduri departs the city council after 10 years of service, and Carol Federighi departs with 13 years of service to the citizens.
  Walnut Creek will say  goodbye to Gary Skrel when he steps down after three terms; and Kish Rajan, who dropped out of the race in September after being appointed director of GO-Biz, the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development.

Santa's Reindeer to Visit Forest Home Farms Historic Park on December 1st and 8th

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Two of Santa's reindeer will be making a special stop-over in San Ramon to visit with the children at Holidays on the Farm on Saturday, December 1st and Saturday, December 8th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Don't miss this special chance to see these beautiful animals up close.  Children will also get to visit with a Victorian Santa in a restored antique sleigh. Relive an old-fashioned holiday by visiting Forest Home Farms Historic Park the first two Saturdays in December, the 1st and 8th. Admission is free. The park will be open 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. It's hard to spot Donner, Blitzen and the others when they are at work pulling Santa's sleigh so come to the farm to see a pair of live reindeer. They will be visiting from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. There will also be entertainment, Victorian ornament making, old-fashioned games,  tractor rides, holiday vendors and a visit from Victorian Santa. The Welcome Center, Holiday Tree Lot, Tractor Museum and Gift Shoppe will be open. Delicious food will be available for purchase. The Victorian David Glass House Museum will be specially decorated just for the holidays. Farm tours are at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Glass House Museum Tours at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12 noon & 1:00 p.m. Tours are $5 per person or $8 for both. Forest Home Farms Historic Park is located at 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd. in San Ramon. For more information call (925) 973-3284. Holidays on the Farm are presented by the San Ramon Historic Foundation and the City of San Ramon.

Disaster Preparedness 
 Storm Preparations
  Emergencykits   
Storm Winter seasons bring unpredictable conditions that can change at a moment's notice. Rain, hail, snow and ice conditions all exist in Contra  Costa County and places we travel. Be prepared to "brave the elements" at home and on the road. The current rash of rainstorms in our area have produced quite a bit of rainfall and the risk of mud slides.  Click here for a list of where to get sand bags.

 Consider the following steps to better prepare yourself.

* Clean gutters and storm drains around your property.
* Insulate your outdoor exposed plumbing and water fi
xtures.
* Request a professional inspection for older r
oofs.
* If traveling to the mountains remember emergency it
ems including chains, small snow shovel, ice
scraper, food and water.
* Before traveling check 5-1-1 for road conditions.
* Purchase supplies that you may need such as sump pumps, tarps and duct tape.
 
For additional information:
Click here for  local traffic information
Click here for the national weather service
Click here for FEMA flood information  

 Christmas Memories at the Museum  

of the San Ramon Valley

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 Make Christmas Memories at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley one of your family's annual traditions . This delightful exhibit runs through January 5. Christmas Memories captures Christmas' past with a display of a Christmas tree as it would have looked in the 1890's. Nestled under the tree and in a Santa's Workshop are toys and keepsakes from earlier generations, along with the Museum's special model train. See Santa's sleigh and Father Christmas, too!

 

The Museum of the San Ramon Valley (in the restored Danville Train Depot) is located at 205 Railroad Avenue, Danville. Hours are Tuesday through Friday 1-4. Saturdays the Museum is open 10-1 and Sundays 12-3 . Admission is only $3 for guests, free for Museum members.   The Museum Store offers unique gifts, including Vintage Danville, a wonderful book chronicling the history of the San Ramon Valley for over 150 years. Please call 925-837-3750 or click here for additional information.

       

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Supervisor Andersen Attends Walnut Creek Sunrise Rotary Breakfast Meeting  

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Candace attended the monthly breakfast meeting of the Walnut Creek Sunrise Rotary held on November 20th at Scott's Seafood Bar & Grill in Walnut Creek. Rotary president Kirk Harding presided over the early morning meeting where the twenty plus members joined in giving updates on their ongoing community projects interspersed with humorous anecdotes.

  

Walnut Creek Sunrise Kiwanis
Candace with Rotary President Kirk Harding 

 In her talk to the group, Candace touched upon the redistricting process that created the newly reformed District 2 last Fall, her election to the Board of Supervisors and subsequent appointment by Governor Brown to fill the remainder of the unexpired term of the late Supervisor Gayle Uilkema, and the fiscal challenges that the County faces as the budget for fiscal year 2012/2013 is being prepared. "The good news", Andersen stated, "is that, through the cooperation of the County employees and their willingness to make sacrifices, Contra Costa County has been able to make significant progress on the unfunded liability with regard to its Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) situation as well as its ongoing employee costs." The County's OPEB obligation has shrunk from $2.6 billion in 2006 to $961 million today.

 

Candace also addressed the topic of "realignment," where, in an effort to reduce State Prison overcrowding, the State is transferring the responsibility of supervising lower level inmates and parolees to local counties. Each county is receiving additional funding from the State for this purpose and each must develop a plan for how the monies will be spent. You can read more about the realignment issue on Candace's website by clicking here.

  

For more information about the Walnut Creek Sunrise Rotary, go to their website by clicking here.

  

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San Ramon Valley Fire -  Wishing You a Happy and Safe Holiday Season

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SRV Fire png As the temperature drops and the holiday season draws near, the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District would like to remind you that many of our favorite holiday traditions can put our homes and families at risk for fire. Help protect your family by following these simple safety tips!

Cooking

According to the United States Fire Administration, cooking fires are the number one cause of fires and injuries in the home. It's important to be alert in order to prevent cooking fires. If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol, do not use the stove or stovetop. Always stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove. If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly. Remain in the home while food is cooking and use a kitchen timer. Keep anything that can catch fire such as oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains away from your stovetop.

 

If you have a cooking fire

  • Just get out! When you leave, close the door behind you to help contain the fire.
  • Call 9-1-1 or the local emergency number after you leave from a neighbor's home.
  • If you try to fight the fire, be sure others are getting out and that you have a clear exit behind you for escape.
  • Keep a lid nearby when you are cooking to smother small grease fires. Smother the fire by sliding the lid over the pan and then turn off the stovetop. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled.
  • For a fire in your oven, keep the oven door closed and turn it off.

Christmas Trees

Purchase the freshest tree possible; check to make sure the tree you bring home is not shedding its needles. Be sure to cut the trunk at an angle to encourage the tree to absorb water. Ensure the tree is installed in a large, deep, non-tip stand, well away from fireplaces, exits and all heat sources. Water your tree every day; trees need a constant supply of water to remain fresh. If you have an artificial tree, be sure it is flame-retardant.

 

Lights, Lights and More Lights

If you are planning to hang lights this holiday season, check to make sure your lights bear the label of an independent testing laboratory. Identify any cracked, frayed, loose or otherwise damaged light strands and discard them. Avoid running extension cords under carpets, across doorways or near heaters. Always unplug decorative lights when leaving the home or turning in for the night.

 

For outdoor displays, never use staples or nails to hang lights; instead purchase plastic hooks or clips designed especially for lights. Always use extension cords that are rated for outdoor use and remember to check the packaging to determine the maximum number of strands that may be connected together.

 

Candle with Care

During the month of December, there are twice as many candle fires then the entire rest of the year; keep these safety tips in mind as you illuminate your home this season. Place all candles securely in non-tip candle holders. Keep candles well away from your Christmas tree, holiday decorations, curtains or other combustibles. Avoid leaving candles unattended or in reach of small children. Finally, remember to blow-out or extinguish candles prior to going to bed each night.

 

Heating Hazards

There is nothing like curling up next to a fire on a brisk winter night; ensure you keep your fire where it should be by keeping fireplace fires small. Fire grows at a rapid rate and can get out of hand in an instant; always use a screen to prevent sparks from flying into the room. Never burn trash, paper or holiday wrap in your fireplace. Burning embers can float up into your chimney and onto your roof or into your yard. Discard ashes into a closed metal container, fill with water and store outside away from your home.  

 

Finally, check your smoke alarms! The majority of fatal home fires happen at night when people are asleep; having a properly working smoke alarm can give you the time you need to escape! Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, outside each sleeping area and in all your bedrooms. Test your smoke alarms monthly and remember to change your battery twice a year when you change your clocks.

 

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Rancho San Ramon Community Park  

to be Built in 2013 

 

The City of San Ramon has recently completed review and approval of the final design of Rancho San Ramon Community Park and the Amador Rancho Center. This facility is located on new Dougherty Road/Service Center Road at the most eastern edge of Bollinger Canyon Road (past the Dougherty Station Community Center). This $11 million, 30 acre park is a part of the Dougherty Valley park development plan and is being constructed by Shapell Homes. The first phase of the park will begin in early 2013 and will include about 20 acres, which includes a 10,000 square foot multipurpose recreation center, 2 lit synthetic turf fields for soccer and lacrosse, a lit 90' full size baseball field, two full size grass soccer fields, group picnic area, 4 playgrounds, splash pad water feature, tennis courts, and an outdoor stage. Opening is tentatively scheduled for summer 2014. Veterans

Holiday Safety Tips from Your Sheriff's Department    

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CCC Sheriff As we rapidly approach the holidays, the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office would like to offer several safety tips to help you, your neighbors, family, and friends reduce the chances of becoming victimized during this season. Thieves and con men often prey upon the generous spirit and hectic agendas of people during this time of year. Please take the time to protect the security of your family and residence by adhering to the following tips for both home and personal safety:

  

  • Burglars view the holiday season as a time of opportunity to burglarize homes for cash, jewelry, and gifts. Be extra cautious to lock all doors, windows, and side yard gates, even if you are leaving for just a few minutes.
  • Do not advertise that you are not home. Burglars look for accumulated newspapers, continuously burning lights, mail, and door hanging advertisements as clues that you are not home. Ask a neighbor to retrieve your newspapers while you are away.
  • Burglars know to look for a hidden door key near the front door entrance. Do not hide spare keys under rocks, doormats, flowerpots, or around the door ledge.
  • Beware of phone solicitors seeking charitable donations. You should never give your personal financial information to strangers over the telephone. If you are skeptical as to the legitimacy of a caller, ask for their name and telephone number and then cross-reference it with the institution's web page.
  • When running errands in preparation for the season, do not park your vehicle in a poorly lit parking lot, no matter how convenient it is. Always make sure your valuables are not in plain view inside your vehicle and keep your doors locked and windows closed.
  • Remember, the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office provides a free vacation house check service. Please call your local Valley Substation in Alamo to schedule your next vacation house check before you leave town. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your Deputy Sheriff at the Valley Station Sheriff's Office at Alamo Plaza at (925) 837-2902. On behalf of the Contra Costa Sheriff's Office, have a safe and wonderful holiday season!

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San Ramon Valley Alcohol Policy Working Group and YOU! 

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The San Ramon Valley Alcohol Policy Working Group (SRVAP) is an action-based community coalition that is focused on reducing alcohol access to minors by utilizing Environmental Prevention strategies. Specifically, environmental strategies aim to decrease the social and health consequences of substance abuse by limiting access to substances and changing social norms that are accepting and permissive of substance abuse. Examples include changing public laws, policies and practices to create environments that decrease the probability of substance abuse.

 

In contrast, Education Prevention strategies, such as parent awareness nights and DARE programs, look at individual behavior. While this is extremely important, SRVAP and similar coalitions do not believe it is enough. The coalition focuses on changing policies, settings, and community conditions that contribute to high-risk, unhealthy behaviors. The goal of this community-wide approach is to make it as difficult as possible for youth to make the wrong choice about the use of alcohol. With this comprehensive effort, the coalition hopes to see a reduction in the number of alcohol-related problems among the youth in the San Ramon Valley. The active members in the coalition include law enforcement, parents, counselors, and prevention and treatment specialists.  

 

The coalition welcomes new members at their monthly meetings, which typically occur on the second Tuesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Discovery Counseling Center in Danville. The group is always looking for new perspectives and feedback, so feel free to join the conversation! For more information, please e-mail the staff by clicking here or visit on facebook by clicking here.

  

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Supervisor Andersen Tours Shell Refinery 
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The Shell Martinez Refinery began construction in 1913 and was in operation in 1915. Although some of the buildings that were built in that era are still standing on the approximately 1,000 acres, most are no longer in use. Another large section was built in the 1980's and another section in the early 2000's. Shell is a large employer that covers a realm of job titles; chemical engineers, environmental health, public relations, technical support, maintenance of equipment and construction, and the list goes on from there.  

 

The entire refinery is monitored by a large room full of computer screens being closely watched by a number of specially trained employees, several of them from local community colleges. Shell specifically trains these employees at the college to begin working for them as soon as they complete their courses.

Shell Refinery Tour
Paul Gabbard, Shell Refinery General Manager and Steve Lesher, Shell Refinery Public Relations Manager pose after the tour with Candace and her staff member, Lauri Byers 

The day Candace visited they were planning for a mock safety drill. Everyone was preparing for their role, in case of an emergency. Shell regularly performs these drills and works closely with the neighborhoods to ensure that the refinery does not impact them. Even though the refinery was built many years before the homes were there, Shell is aware of its responsibility to be a good neighbor. To address concerns, there is a 24-7 hotline the community can call with any questions about operations or incidents. The community hotline number is (925) 313-7777. Shell is an active supporter of local charities and employs a large number of Contra Costa residents.

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Interested in Participating in Government?

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Supervisor Andersen is Seeking Volunteers for  

County Advisory Boards

Interested and motivated residents are needed to serve on a variety of Contra Costa County citizen advisory boards. These voluntary boards usually meet monthly and advise the Board of Supervisors on a variety of issues. They provide a key communication link between the community and county government.

 

District 2 includes:

Canyon, Alamo, Danville, Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda, Parkmead, Rossmoor, San Ramon, Saranap, and Walnut Creek (west of Main Street).

 

Applications are currently being accepted from residents of District 2 for seats on the following boards:  

  • Alcohol & Other Drugs Advisory Board
  • Economic Opportunity Council
  • Mental Health Commission
  • Iron Horse Trail Corridor Management Program Advisory Committee (Alamo Residents)
  • County Service Area P-2B Citizens Advisory Committee (Alamo Residents)
  • County Service Area P-5 Citizens Advisory Committee (Roundhill Residents)

In addition, there are many of At Large Seats available on a variety of advisory bodies. To find out what is available and to fill out an application, visit Contra Costa County on the web by using the links below.

 

For more information about each board go to the advisory body page of the Contra Costa County website by clicking here.  

 

For an application and more information on serving on an advisory body, please click here.  

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