Friday, July 29, 2011

City of Pittsburg: City Council Meeting


City Council Meeting
Date: 8/1/2011 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Council Chambers
65 Civic Avenue
Pittsburg, California 94565
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Sunday, July 17, 2011

City of Pittsburg: Pittsburg Power Co. launches SoCal initiative


Pittsburg Power Co. launches SoCal initiative
Posted Date: 7/17/2011


By Rick Radin
Contra Costa Times
Updated: 07/16/2011 11:40:54 PM PDT




PITTSBURG -- The city's public power company is joining forces with Lancaster in Los Angeles County to build power lines that will transport electricity from solar power to the statewide grid.
The project is the latest in a series of Pittsburg Power Co. initiatives that have included the construction of a pair of power plants now operated by Calpine, and laying an underwater cable that transports power from Pittsburg to San Francisco.
The power company has generated $30 million over the past 15 years, some of which has gone into economic development and other community investments.
Lancaster wants to build 30 miles of transmission lines through the Antelope Valley in northern Los Angeles County and southern Kern County to serve the solar plants that will be built by a private contractor.
Southern California Edison, serving 14 million people in 11 counties, will be the final customer for the power.
Pittsburg will bring its expertise in dealing with utility and environmental regulations to the project under a joint powers authority created by the two cities, said Assistant City Manager Garrett Evans.
The authority may operate the transmission lines or sell them to another operator.
"(The authority) gave us a way to combine resources, using the expertise of both cities' staffs," Evans said.
Lancaster will receive a 90 percent share of the revenues from the sale or operation of the lines and Pittsburg 10 percent. The revenue split will be reversed for any projects built in Northern California during the authority's 20-year life, Evans said.
"They'll be putting more into this project and getting more out of it, since it's in their area," he said.
Lancaster has 10 square miles within its city limits designated for solar and renewable energy development.
The plants may employ solar thermal technology that focuses light generated by solar collectors to create steam that powers electricity generators, said Randy Starbuck, the power company's business development manager.
It also may build fields of solar panels that convert the sun's rays into electricity, he said.
Under a state law passed this spring, electricity providers must obtain 33 percent of their energy from renewable sources by 2020.
Contact Rick Radin at 925-779-7166.




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Friday, July 15, 2011

City of Pittsburg: Free Training Opportunities Available


Free Training Opportunities Available
Posted Date: 7/15/2011


Opportunity Junction is a non-profit organization that fights poverty by helping low-income Contra Costa adults gain the skills and confidence to support themselves and their families.
Ongoing: English as a Second Language (ESL) classes - Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-9 p.m.; teacher-led class; Mondays and Wednesdays 6-9 p.m., language lab. Volunteer tutors may be available to help practice English. Registration is ongoing, Mondays-Thursdays 6-9 p.m. Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road), (925) 776-1133, www.opportunityjunction.org. Free and available to all 18 or older.
Ongoing: Drop-in Internet access - Monday-Thursday 6-9 p.m.; volunteer tutors may be available to help with computer questions. There is software for practicing typing and for learning English, as well as lists of useful Internet sites for job hunt, local resources, and more. Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road), (925) 776-1133, www.opportunityjunction.org. Free and available to all 18 or older.
Ongoing: Internet Basics class, free, meets every Tuesday at the Bay Point Career Center, Ambrose Recreation Center, 3105 Willow Pass Road Suite 3, Bay Point, (925) 252-2331.
Ongoing: English as a Second Language (ESL) class, free, meets every Thursday at the Bay Point Career Center, Ambrose Recreation Center, 3105 Willow Pass Road Suite 3, Bay Point, (925) 252-2331.
July 2011
Monday, July 25, 7:30-9 p.m., Email Basics on Monday nights. This is the third class in a free series designed to introduce beginners to popular computer programs, at Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road). Sign up in advance at www.opportunityjunction.org/evening or call (925) 776-1133.
August 2011
Wednesday, August 3, 7-9 p.m. Digital Photography Basics, presented free by eNasha Photography; learn about camera types, composition, exposure and more! at Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road). Sign up in advance at www.opportunityjunction.org/evening or call (925) 776-1133.
Thursday, August 4, 7:30-9 p.m., Word Basics on Tuesday and Thursday nights. This is the fourth class in a free series designed to introduce beginners to popular computer programs; at Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road). Sign up in advance at www.opportunityjunction.org/evening or call (925) 776-1133.
Monday, August 15, 7:30-9 p.m., Word Basics on Monday nights. This is the fourth class in a free series designed to introduce beginners to popular computer programs; at Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road). Sign up in advance at www.opportunityjunction.org/evening or call (925) 776-1133.
September 2011
Friday September 2 10:00 a.m., Pittsburg Library - Workshop - Free and Low Cost Resources for Job Training and Job Seekers - Do you need to improve your skills to get the job you want? Having trouble finding work? Learn about free and low-cost programs located in or near Pittsburg at one of these free workshops (Friday Sept 2, 10 am or Thursday Sept 8, 6 pm) and get the 4-1-1! Presented by Opportunity Junction. Location: Pittsburg Library, 80 Power Ave, (925) 427-8390.
Tuesday Sept. 6, 10 a.m. - Job Training & Placement Program information and application sessions: See information available at www.opportunityjunction.org or come pick up an information packet. You must attend one of the application sessions on Sept. 6, 12 or 19 at 10 a.m. to apply for this full-time training program. The program begins October 3 and includes 12 weeks of training in Microsoft Office computer applications, life and business skills, followed by up to four months of job search support and paid internship. This program is designed to help people with limited work experience or skills begin careers in office or administrative work at no cost to participants.. Opportunity Junction (925) 776-1133, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch CA (1 block east of Somersville Road), www.opportunityjunction.org.
Tuesday, September 6, 7:30-9 p.m. PowerPoint Basics on Tuesday and Thursday nights. This is the fifth class in a free series designed to introduce beginners to popular computer programs; at Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch (one block east of Somersville Road). Sign up in advance at www.opportunityjunction.org/evening or call (925) 776-1133.
Wednesday Sept. 7, 10 a.m. - Job Training & Placement Program information and application session in Bay Point: See information available at www.opportunityjunction.org or come pick up an information packet. You must attend one of the application sessions on Sept. 7 (Bay Point), 12 or 19 (Antioch) at 10 a.m. to apply for this full-time training program. The program begins October 3 and includes 12 weeks of training in Microsoft Office computer applications, life and business skills, followed by up to four months of job search support and paid internship. This program is designed to help people with limited work experience or skills begin careers in office or administrative work at no cost to participants.. Bay Point Career Center, Ambrose Recreation Center, 3105 Willow Pass Road Suite 3, Bay Point, (925) 252-2331.www.opportunityjunction.org.
Thursday September 8 6 p.m., Pittsburg Library - Workshop - Free and Low Cost Resources for Job Training and Job Seekers - Do you need to improve your skills to get the job you want? Having trouble finding work? Learn about free and low-cost programs located in or near Pittsburg at this free workshop and get the 4-1-1! Presented by Opportunity Junction. Location: Pittsburg Library, 80 Power Ave, (925) 427-8390.
Monday Sept. 12, 10 a.m. - Job Training & Placement Program information and application sessions: See information available at www.opportunityjunction.org or come pick up an information packet. You must attend one of the application sessions on Sept. 12 or 19 at 10 a.m. to apply for this full-time training program. The program begins October 3 and includes 12 weeks of training in Microsoft Office computer applications, life and business skills, followed by up to four months of of job search support and paid internship. This program is designed to help people with limited work experience or skills begin careers in office or administrative work at no cost to participants.. Opportunity Junction (925) 776-1133, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch CA (1 block east of Somersville Road), www.opportunityjunction.org.
Monday Sept. 19, 10 a.m. - Job Training & Placement Program information and application sessions: See information available at www.opportunityjunction.org or come pick up an information packet. The program begins October 3 and includes 12 weeks of training in Microsoft Office computer applications, life and business skills, followed by up to four months of job search support and paid internship. This program is designed to help people with limited work experience or skills begin careers in office or administrative work at no cost to participants.. Opportunity Junction (925) 776-1133, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch CA (1 block east of Somersville Road), www.opportunityjunction.org.



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City of Pittsburg: Pittsburg, police agree to tentative contract


Pittsburg, police agree to tentative contract
Posted Date: 7/13/2011

By Rick Radin
Contra Costa Times
PITTSBURG -- The city has agreed in principle to a new three-year contract with its police department that will shave just over 2 percent off its public safety budget.
The $1.36 million in projected savings over the length of the contract will come from cuts to pension and retiree health care contributions as well as a wage freeze, said assistant city manager Marc Fox.
The city has a police budget of $19.7 million for the 2011-12 fiscal year after spending $20.1 million in 2010-11.
The police department accounts for roughly two-thirds of the city's general fund expenditures.
The 70-member Pittsburg Police Officers Association has ratified the deal, and the City Council will consider it at its meeting Monday, Fox said. The previous contract expired June 30.
"We appreciate that our police employees have stepped forward and made permanent reductions in their contracts," he said.
Under the agreement, officers will contribute 2 percent of their salaries to their pensions beginning in July 2012 and another 2 percent in July 2013.
Pittsburg now makes the entire 9 percent employee contribution to the California Public Employees Retirement System for police on top of the 27 percent of salary employer contribution.
The contract calls for no pay increases over the three years unless wages fall below the average of those offered by neighboring communities, Fox said.
"This would be an insurance policy for our officers in case our comparison cities don't make budget reductions," he said. "The city believes the possibility of this is remote."
The five-member police management union that represents one captain and four lieutenants, agreed to similar contract provisions, Fox said.
Officers hired on or after Oct. 2 will receive 5 percent less than the former entry-level wage and pay the entire 9 percent employee pension contribution, he said.
They will be entitled to 3 percent of their salaries at age 55 compared with 3 percent at 50 for current officers. They will receive maximum 2 percent cost-of-living increases during retirement versus the 3 percent for current workers.
"We have also reduced retiree health insurance benefits for new hires," Fox said. "We do plan to do some hiring."
Police Chief Aaron Baker is working slightly less than half time on an interim basis while receiving his pension, a practice allowed under CalPERS rules.
"The new city manager (Joe Sbranti) has a timetable for filling the chief's position," Fox said. "He wants to learn about his new job duties before making such a major change."
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

City of Pittsburg: 28th Annual National Night Out


28th Annual National Night Out
Date: 8/2/2011 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Location: Small World Park
2551 Harbor Street
Pittsburg, California 94565
National Night Out 2011-08-02




Tuesday, July 12, 2011

City of Pittsburg: City Council Meeting


City Council Meeting
Date: 7/18/2011 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: City Council Chambers
65 Civic Avenue
Pittsburg, California 94565
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City of Pittsburg: Suburban residents rally around the car culture


Suburban residents rally around the car culture
Posted Date: 7/12/2011


By Rick Radin
Contra Costa Times
Updated: 07/12/2011 06:05:06 AM PDT




Downtown Pittsburg is often a ghost town on weekdays, despite the city's efforts to publicize a sweeping redevelopment program.
But go there on a Thursday evening during the summer, and the Old Town district is alive with dozens of colorful custom cars, a live band in the plaza and hundreds of people on the streets.
Pittsburg knows that cars are an obsession for thousands of East Bay residents, said assistant city manager Marc Fox, who is in charge of organizing the shows.
The $4,000 the city invests in each of the 22 shows seems to be paying off. Automotive enthusiasts jam downtown restaurants such as the recently renovated New Mecca Cafe.
"You bump into people down here you haven't seen in a long time," said Mike Lano, of Martinez, as he admired a couple of cars, including a customized 1955 Buick, at this past Thurday's Convertible Night. "To offer this to the community is great."
"We don't limit the entries based on the theme of the evening," Fox said. "If it's Cadillac night, you're still welcome to come even if you have a Buick."
Pittsburg's weekly events are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to car-related activities in East Bay suburbs.
Danville's "Hot Summer Nights" car shows are among the largest, traditionally drawing about 300 hot rods, custom cars, classics and muscle cars.
This summer's shows are set for July 21 and Aug. 18, and will feature bands playing '50s and '60s music in honor of the vintage of most of the cars.
Martinez hosts a "Fridays on the Main" series of shows from early June through the end of August, also with live music.
Other communities, including Concord, Pinole, Brentwood, Oakley, Antioch and Livermore, offer one or more shows a year.
Most shows have dozens of entries, and promoters sometimes offer prizes for the best cars in a group of categories.
While most car events are just for fun, serious collectors can step it up a notch four times a year at the Goodguys Rod and Custom Association shows at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton.
Car owners compete for awards in these two- and three-day gatherings.
Winning Goodguys awards can bump up the value of custom cars and hot rods when the owner decides to sell.
This year's Goodguys 25th West Coast Nationals, limited to cars from the 1972 model year and older, will be held Aug. 26-28.
Hundreds of East Bay car lovers also pursue their passion through car clubs that include aficionados of Mustangs, Corvettes, Porsches and other makes. Members meet regularly, host local, regional and national shows, sponsor community service projects and go on road trips.
The 90-member Diablo Valley Mustang Association has helped with American Cancer Society Relay for Life fundraisers. It also has sponsored litter cleanup projects in Concord, said Membership Director Nancy Russell, who owns a 1966 convertible.
The club will sponsor a three-day Golden Gate Mustang Nationals in June, sanctioned by the Mustang Club of America, Russell said.
The association is anticipating hundreds of entries from around the country, with owners competing for points toward national awards.
Cars are placed in categories based on whether they are driven regularly, said Deryl Stanley, president of Diablo Valley Mustangs.
"There's a higher judging standard for cars that aren't driven," Stanley said. "There are no cash prizes at all; it's a prestige thing, but the awards can mean higher prices for the cars at auction."
Elizabeth Cofer, of Concord, past president of the Mustang Association, bought a competition 2001 Mustang from the Phoenix-based Bonderant Racing School to go along with her '65 Mustang convertible.
She has previously owned a '66 fastback, a 2005 convertible and two other Mustangs.
"My stepfather gave me the '65, which I've had for 26 years," said Cofer, 45.
"I've taken the 2001 to Infineon Raceway (Sonoma County) and back to Alabama to drive it on a racetrack."
Diablo Valley Corvettes held its 41st annual show in Concord on June 18, according to association President Bill Landis, a former mayor of Pleasant Hill.
The event at Todos Santos Plaza had 147 entries competing for points during an eight-show season in Western States Corvette Council competition, he said.
The Corvette association has monthly meetings, social events that include an annual Super Bowl party and group drives.
Some members recently completed a four-day, three-night drive to and through Death Valley. Another group left Friday for a Corvette show in southern Oregon, Landis said.
Many members donate the use of their cars for Fourth of July parades and other civic events, he said.
"We're an active club that gets new members on a regular basis," said Landis, who owns a 2007 custom Corvette convertible and a 2004 ZO6.
"It's a lot of work, but it's very rewarding."
Contact Rick Radin at 925-779-7166.
East bay SUMMER car shows
  • Pittsburg: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, through Sept. 29, Railroad Avenue, downtown
  • Brentwood: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, through October, downtown
  • Danville: 3 to 9 p.m., July 21 and Aug. 18, Hartz Avenue, downtown
  • Martinez: 6 to 8 p.m., Fridays through Aug. 26, Main Street, downtown




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    Sunday, July 10, 2011

    City of Pittsburg: Pittsburg businesses form marketing coalition to promote Old Town


    Pittsburg businesses form marketing coalition to promote Old Town
    Posted Date: 7/10/2011


    By Rick Radin
    Contra Costa Times
    Updated: 07/10/2011 07:28:48 AM PDT




    PITTSBURG -- Pointing to a need for synergy, business owners in the city's Old Town are forming an association to promote businesses and help sponsor entertainment events in the redeveloped area.
    The effort comes immediately after the City Council slashed the events and marketing budgets for the downtown district by about two-thirds, from $317,000 to $145,000, and laid off two contractors who led the efforts.
    Sponsors hope to bring together businesses, the Chamber of Commerce and the city to raise money to do more promotion and produce new events, said Adrian Badger, owner of Steeltown Coffee and Tea on Railroad Avenue.
    It will also give the business community more control over the marketing, he said.
    "We want to continue the momentum, and one of the things we still have a challenge with is combating Pittsburg's old image," Badger said. "People don't know how nice Pittsburg is now."
    The city is ready to help so long as large cash investments aren't required, said assistant City Manager Garrett Evans.
    "We don't have $160,000 (for marketing) like we did last year," Evans said. "We're looking at providing in-kind support or cross-promoting with other activities."
    Badger said the coalition will try to build on the city-sponsored car shows and pops concerts during the summer by sponsoring its own wine tasting, cycling events and other promotions.
    Sponsors also plan to develop and publicize a new website to promote Old Town businesses and events and advertise the available commercial space to outside businesses.
    "We're trying to recruit retail store and restaurant owners to our campaign, but we're also approaching professionals, like attorneys and accountants, about what we're doing," Badger said.
    Glenda Barnhart, co-owner of East Bay Bikes, said she was impressed with the city's effort to convince her that Old Town is the place to be.
    The Oakland-based cycling equipment and repair business opened a shop on Railroad Avenue on May 5.
    The city gave Barnhart a limousine tour of Pittsburg and she noticed the strides it has made in making its streets bicycle-friendly.
    "The positive promotion of the Old Town and the businesses in Old Town, as well as the fact that this area needed a good bike shop, convinced us to come," Barnhart said.
    With Pittsburg making cuts, Barnhart agrees that business needs to fill the gap by developing a marketing plan and "planning events and activities that are going to drive business here."
    "At some point you want to control your own destiny (anyway)," she said. "You want to have some influence over how the money is going to be spent."
    Contact Rick Radin at 925-779-7166.




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    Tuesday, July 5, 2011

    City of Pittsburg: Pittsburg's Arts and Community Foundation slims down


    Pittsburg's Arts and Community Foundation slims down
    Posted Date: 7/5/2011


    By Rick Radin
    Contra Costa Times




    The city will have fewer car shows, pops concerts and culture classes because of budget cuts to a city-operated nonprofit dedicated to arts and literacy.
    The City Council has sliced the budget of the Arts and Community Foundation by more than half, from $1.15 million to $455,000.
    The city created the nonprofit in 2008 with a one-time investment of redevelopment money to advance a broad agenda of redevelopment goals such as providing affordable housing and promoting the arts, literacy and education.
    "We started the foundation with one-time money, and we were hoping it could generate some of its own, but business has been slow," City Manager Joe Sbranti said. "Other businesses that pay rent to the (foundation) have started slowly."
    One of the centerpieces of the nonprofit's efforts has been the creation of a community bookstore in the city's redeveloped downtown. It also sponsors weekly car shows, concerts and farmers markets during the summer, art classes and reading programs.
    The city reduced the foundation's events budget from $300,000 this year to $145,000 in 2011-12 and eliminated the contract of part-time events director Paul Flores.
    The reduced budget will force the nonprofit to shorten the car show and Pittsburg Pops concert season from five months to three months this summer.
    The foundation also spent $100,000 to put on a daylong cycling event through Pittsburg's downtown in May, which won't be continued unless other money can be found, Sbranti said.
    "There's no money in the budget currently for the (bicycle criterium)," he said.
    The city eliminated the foundation's $162,000 marketing budget used to attract business to Pittsburg's Old Town and did not renew the contract of marketing director Caryn Wegerbauer.
    The foundation spent about $600,000 on six primary contractors and a group of part-time contractors in 2010-11.
    "Creating a nonprofit has enabled the foundation to receive tax-deductible donations," Sbranti said. "We've received a lot of donated books."
    The remaining contractors will take over Wegerbauer's and Flores' responsibilities and also will work with the Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce, he said.
    Janis Glover, wife of Pittsburg Supervisor Federal Glover, will continue to coordinate the nonprofit's low-income housing programs.
    Glover helps nonprofit developers with planning, permits, fundraising, building permits and other issues.
    Separately, the chamber is trying to replace $100,000 in police and maintenance services it was receiving from the city for the annual Seafood Festival, said chamber Executive Vice President Meredith Ladich.
    The city cut its aid to the festival to help balance its 2011-12 budget.
    Contact Rick Radin at 925-779-7166.




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    Friday, July 1, 2011

    City of Pittsburg: 28th Annual National Night Out


    28th Annual National Night Out
    Posted Date: 7/1/2011
    National Night Out 2011-08-02


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    City of Pittsburg: First Detection of West Nile Virus in 2011 found in Walnut Creek Dead Bird


    First Detection of West Nile Virus in 2011 found in Walnut Creek Dead Bird
    Posted Date: 7/1/2011


    NEWS RELEASE
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - July 1, 2011


    Contact: Deborah Bass
    Public Affairs Mgr.
    (925) 771-6112 - office
    (925) 260-4670 - mobile
    dbass@ContraCostaMosquito.com
    www.contracostamosquito.com

    FIRST DETECTION OF WEST NILE VIRUS IN 2011 FOUND IN WALNUT CREEK DEAD BIRD
    St
    agnant rainwater and hot weather create ideal mosquito habitat
    CONCORD, CALIFORNIA - - A dead American crow from Walnut Creek is the first detection of West Nile virus in Contra Costa County this year, according to the Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District. The bird, found near Treat Blvd. and Bancroft Road, was reported to the state's dead bird hotline by a resident.

    "It's very important for everyone to wear mosquito repellent when outdoors and do their part to dump and drain standing water around their property where mosquitoes breed," said General Manager Craig Downs. "Stagnant water from the recent rains coupled with the hot weather is the perfect recipe for mosquito populations to rapidly increase. Hotter weather means more mosquitoes that can transmit West Nile virus."

    Since 2006, 23 people in Contra Costa County have been diagnosed with West Nile virus. In 2006, two people died from the disease. Last year in California, six people died and there were 111 human West Nile virus cases reported.

    Residents are urged to follow these guidelines:
    • Dump or drain standing water. Mosquito can't begin their life without water.
    • Defend yourself against mosquitoes using repellents containing DEET, Picaridin, or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus.
    • Avoid being outdoors when mosquitoes are present, typically Dawn and Dusk.
    • Report neglected swimming pools by calling 925-771-6195 or visiting www.ContraCostaMosquito.com Anonymous calls accepted.Just one neglected pool can produce more than a million mosquitoes and affect people up to five miles away.
    People wishing to be notified about adult mosquito fogging or spraying in residential areas have several options. They may visit the District's website and opt to receive the notifications automatically by email; they can view information directly on the District's website; or they may phone the District for a recorded message at (925) 771-6195.

    Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District, a public health agency, is located at 155 Mason Circle in Concord. Call the District to report mosquito problems at (925) 771-6195.




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