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Orinda Outlook
For the week of February 3, 2014
By City Manager
Janet S. Keeter
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Inside the Locker Room Returns To Orinda
Fans can meet numerous Cal coaches and student-athletes
Golden Bear fans are invited to come to Orinda Theatre Square on Monday, February 3, 2014 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm for the second of four special editions of Cal's weekly radio show, Inside the Locker Room. During the show, Golden Bear Fans will have the opportunity to meet a number of coaches and student-athletes. The other two scheduled dates in Orinda are February 17, 2014 and March 3, 2014.
For the Feb. 3 show, guests include basketball head coaches Mike Montgomery and Lindsay Gottlieb, as well as baseball head coach David Esquer and softball head coach Diane Ninemire. In addition, numerous student-athletes will be on the radio show and in attendance at the even
The Inside the Locker Room set for the Orinda appearances will be near Barbacoa Mexican Comfort Food. Fans are encouraged to make reservations ahead of time and reference "Inside the Locker Room" when making their reservation. Parking is available at the underground garage beneath the square.
Inside the Locker Room runs from 7:00pm - 8:00pm each Monday and can be heard live on KGO Radio 810 AM and online on TuneIn. For more information Click Here. |
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Orinda Police Department
Orinda Police Department arrests include an arrest for Violation of Probation.
The Orinda Police Department welcomes Officer Landon Lawson who started on Monday, January 27, 2014. Officer Lawson worked as a Florida Deputy Sheriff for 3 years before moving to California and joining the Office of the Sheriff in 2010.
Crime statistics are currently reported in the Lamorinda Patch, Lamorinda Sun, and News 24/680.
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Manzanita Bridge
Don't miss the celebration of the completion of the new Manzanita Bridge, at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2014
All are invited to attend this special event.
If you have any questions, please contact
or (925) 253-4252.
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Good Eats
We have two new restaurants in Orinda!
The Refined Palate, a Burmese Restaurant located at 19 Orinda Way (925) 566-4877
and
MEXCAL featuring Bistro Fusion Cuisine located at 65 Moraga Way (925) 253-7777
Stop in for a bite, Shop Orinda!
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Lamorinda Program Management Committee (LPMC)
Lamorinda Fee and Finance Authority (LFFA)
At the recently held meeting of the Lamorinda Program Management Committee (LPMC)/Lamorinda Fee and Finance Authority (LFFA), they reviewed comments received from the three communities on the 2014 Lamorinda Action Plan. The plan was reviewed by the Orinda Council on January 21st, 2014 and the Council's comments were presented by Councilmember Worth. The LPMC/LFFA, City Staff members and our consultant will continue discussions during the week.
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New Public Works Truck
This week Public Works received a new 2014 Ford F-250 pickup truck to replace an existing pickup that was due for replacement under the City's vehicle replacement policy.
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Seniors on the Move
We have another fun-filled season of Orinda Senior Outings
...we hope you can join us!
On Tuesday, February 4, 2014 from 9:30am - 3:00pm, Seniors are heading to the de Young Museum in San Francisco. Join in for a docent-led tour of the de Young Museum. Among the exhibits, The Bay Bridge: A Work in Progress collection presents photographs by Peter Stackpole (1913-1997) documenting the bridge's original construction in the 1930s. Lunch is on your own at the museum.
Coming up, take a trip to the San Francisco Flower & Garden Show at the San Mateo Event Centre on Thursday, March 20, 2014 from 10:00am - 4:00pm. The gardens demonstrate best practices in conservation and elegance. There is something for everyone; from vegetables and flower gardens, green living, and entertainment. Lunch is on your own at the venue.
Join us on Thursday, April 3, 2014 from 9:00am - 11:30am to learn little known facts about Orinda history and visit several fascinating places important to its heritage. The one-hour tour will feature Orinda Village; the optional two-hour tour will add the Crossroads and feature the Orinda Theatre and 1890's CA & NV Railroad Station. The trip will be led by the Orinda Historical Society. To register for these outings, Click Here.
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Upcoming Public Meetings
Mayor's Community Liaison Meeting
February 4, 2014 - 8:30am
Sarge Littlehale Community Room
City Hall, 22 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563
City Council
February 4, 2014 - 7:00pm
Library Auditorium Art in Public Places Committee February 12, 2014 - 3:30pm
Orinda Library, May Room
26 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563February 12, 2014 - 6:30 p.m. Sarge Littlehale Community Room City Hall, 22 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563 Joint Parks & Recreation Commission / City Council February 12, 2014 - 7:00 PMLibrary Auditorium
28 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563
Additional information on all upcoming meetings can be found here. "The Nation's 2nd Friendliest City"
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The Orinda Chamber of Commerce Presents
" A Night of Comedy"
Friday March 7, 21014
For ticket and event information
925-254-3909
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Live streaming of City Council Meetings comes to Orinda!
Not able to attend the February 4, 2014 meeting?
You can now stay informed in the comfort of your home
Click Here to go to the media page where live streaming and viewing of video archives are available.
Click Here for the 2014 City Council Meeting Schedule "The Nation's 2nd Friendliest City"
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The Annual Commission Recruitment
application deadline has been extended!!
The City of Orinda is seeking applications from
resident volunteers to serve on the following
City Commissions and Committees:
Art in Public Places Committee (2)
Planning Commission (2)
Parks & Recreation Commission (3)
Citizens' Infrastructure Oversight Commission (2)
Traffic Safety Advisory Committee (3)
Finance Advisory Committee (3)
Public Works Aesthetic Review Committee (1)
Historic Landmark Committee (3)
The City of Orinda is also seeking applications from resident volunteers to serve as the City's Liaison to the following local agencies:
Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District Trustee (1)
Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging (1)
Representative on the Contra Costa County Library Commission (2)
County Connection Citizens Advisory Committee (1)
Statement of Interest forms are available from the Orinda City Clerk's Office located at 22 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563. If you have any specific questions regarding the recruitment, please contact Michele Olsen, City Clerk at 925-253-4221 or molsen@cityoforinda.org. Application forms may also be downloaded from the City's website at www.cityoforinda.org.
Completed Statement of Interest forms must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office by Friday, February 28, 2014 at 5:00pm.
Qualified applicants for City Commission and Committee appointments will be invited to interview before the full City Council on Saturday, March 15, 2014.
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Janet Keeter
City Manager
We would like to hear from you!
Send your comments or questions to:
or call 925-253-4291
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