Mt Diablo High adds wrought iron gates
August 16, 2008
My Diablo High School adds tasteful wrought iron gates at either end of the campus on Grant St in Concord.Navy changes truck route to Concord Naval Weapons Station during cleanup, Aug 11-13
August 9, 2008
View Larger MapEdi Birsan reports that The Navy has made a change to the Site 1 truck route. The trucks will now enter the Inland Area of Naval Weapons Station Concord via a temporary gate located on Evora Road. The trucks will use Kinne Blvd then cross North Port Chicago Highway and enter the base at the Main Gate on Taylor Road. The tentative start date for this project has been changed from Monday, August 11, 2008 to Tuesday, August 12, 2008 or Wednesday, August 13. There should not be any significant dust emissions, traffic problems or public road damage from our trucking operations. Once the project commences, members of the public may contact the project hotline at (925) 305-4428 with any concerns. The Navy will work with its contractors to ensure that any issues raised are addressed quickly and to the greatest extent possible.
Birsan says “there had been considerable friction between the Navy and the community over the route of the 100 daily truck loads (figuring on 20-25 trucks making 4-5 round trips). The previous plan was to use Hwy 4 to Port Chicago and then up Port Chicago right next to the town of Clyde. This routing is an improvement over the previous route and can be seen as a success of community pressure.”
Concord to install parking sensors at Todos Santos Plaza, Jul 30
July 29, 2008
On Wednesday July 30th the City of Concord will be installing 36 wireless parking sensors to the short (30 minute & 15 minute) term and handicapped spaces in the Todos Santos Square area. Currently the plan is to block off the spaces all day. The goal is to work with the vendor to complete the spaces on Salvio between Grant and Mt. Diablo first, then to get as many of the handicapped spaces completed and available for use. Read more
Concord Councilman to hold virtual office hours via weblog
July 28, 2008
Concord Councilman, Guy Bjerke, demonstrating once again the brave leadership Concord City Council provides, has announced he will hold virtual office hours via the Internet using his blog at http://guybjerke.typepad.com. Bjerke, probably the biggest geek currently sitting on Concord Council, hopes to answer questions and welcomes comments on his posts, and will offer (for free) occasional Solomon-like commentary on current events. Next up, don’t miss the forthcoming launch of Bill “Luddite” Shinn’s reelection campaign site!
Is customer service the weakest link of your business?
July 24, 2008
SPEAKING OF SERVICE - by Jeff Kasper || You’ve probably heard the phrase, “A chain is only as strong as its weakest link,” and “The Devil’s in the details” or “Leave nothing to chance.” So many businesses plan for the major, expected interactions with customers. They plan for advertising, capacity, distribution systems, logistics and more. It’s important to plan. However, your success depends on the implementation. More importantly, it depends on everyone in your chain to be as strong as the others. Read more
Concord Reuse meeting to discuss CNWS plans, Aug 2 and Sept 13
July 23, 2008
The City of Concord will hold a series of community meetings to discuss plans that have been developed for the Concord Naval Weapons Station. The meetings are scheduled for August 2 that will discuss concepts presented in the plans; and September 13 that will focus on prioritizing alternatives. Both eventds will be held at the Concord Senior Center from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Register for the workshops.
What book got you hooked?
July 23, 2008
Visit First Book and share which book got you hooked on reading. Then vote for the state where 50,000 books should be sent for children in need. Program ends September 15.
7th Annual Hawaiian Fusion benefits Concord Seniors, Sep 5
July 18, 2008
The 7th Annual Hawaiian Fusion will be held, September 5, at Centre Concord. Benefitting Meals on Wheels and Senior Outreach Services, the evening provides, an authentic Hawaiian Lu’au Buffet and Music, plus auctions, and more! Featured entertainment includes Aaron Mahi, Martin Pahinui, and George Kuo, and the Halau Hula Ke Aolani O Kamaile, under the direction of Kumu Shawna Noelani Bresler. THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT….PURCHASE TICKETS EARLY at $45 each or $400 for a table of ten before August 15. For ticket info contact the Concord Senior Center at 925-671-3320.
Monument Crisis Center celebrates five years, Aug 21
July 16, 2008
Concord’s Monument Crisis Center will celebrate its first five years of service on August 21, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at its location at 2350 Monument Blvd. Suite B.
The Monument Crisis Center is a non-profit community based organization that provides assistance to at- risk families, children , seniors and individuals in Central Contra Costa County. The mission of the center is to provide food, offer help and referrals in crisis situations and promote community awareness of needs and available resources.
Food and monetary donations are welcome. Please park offisite to leave room for guests with special needs. RSVP at: mcc1280@sbcglobal.net or phone 925-825-7751 x 106
