California Water Quality Agency questions Disco Bay compliance
August 26, 2008
Halfway To Concord has obtained an e-mail, dated August 18, 2008, to a Discovery Bay CSD representative, from Jim Fischer of the State Water Quaity agency, who wrote—
“Attached is the most recent NOI we have for your agency. In looking at the data in CIWQS, it appears your agency was enrolled back on 2006, is not complying with the General Order (No. 2006-0003-DWQ) and could be subject to enforcement action. As an enrollee covered under the SSO program General Permit, the Order requires you (CSD) to (at least) monthly report data to our system(CIWQS), either a no-spill certification if you didn’t have any overflows or actual SSOs. More information can be found in the Order here. Secondly, the Order requires you to complete (within 30 days of receiving your access data to CIWQS), the Sewer System Questionnaire for your sanitary sewer system online, before you can enter and Certify any SSOs. Last, the Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) elements must be certified in CIWQS online (the Development Plan/Schedule, Goal and Organization sections state water quality agency questions disco bay compliance were all due May 2, 2008). Please complete the Questionnaire and submit your data (either SSOs or no spill certification) back to May 2, 2007 (when mandatory reporting for your geographical area (Region 3) was required per the Order (we have a table on our website for more info). Please call me if you have any questions and we look forward to helping you comply with the Order.”
Food Bank announces September Food Drive
August 22, 2008
The Contra Costa-Solano Food Bank has announced its September Hunger Action Month Food Drive. Businesses, organizations and individuals can donate a different food item each week in September.
Visit the Contra Costa-Solano Food Bank website to find a drop off location near you. Or host your own food drive! Call 925-771-1315.
August 31—September 6 Tuna Week
September 7—13 Peanut Butter Week
September 14—20 Baby Week (baby food or gift cards for formula)
September 21—27 Cereal Week (iron-rich cereal)
September 28 – October 4 Soup Week (canned soup)
For more information about Hunger Action Month, these events, or just the Food Bank in general, please call 925-676-7543, email info@foodbankccs.org or visit us on the web at www.foodbankccs.org.
Agopian Supervisor campaign picks Gary Gilbert as campaign manager
August 19, 2008
Gary Agopian, candidate for County Supervisor in the 5th Supervisorial District, announced today that he has named Gary Gilbert as his Campaign Chairman. Gilbert is the Founder of United Citizens for Better Neighborhoods (UCBN) and Antioch’s 2006 Citizen of Year for his advocacy for the Antioch Police and neighborhood safety. According to Gilbert, “The citizens of District 5 deserve leadership we can trust and leadership we can believe in. As a resident of East County, I am confident that Gary Agopian completely understands the financial and public safety challenges facing Contra Costa County and I am certain that Gary will act in the best interest of all District 5 residents. Gary Agopian is the best choice to represent us for the next four years.”
College planning seminars help families find financial aid
August 15, 2008
According to College Planning Specialists, financial aid applications have risen 20% across the state of California. Families are having to choose between staying in their homes, saving for retirement, or paying for college now that getting into top colleges is so competitive? College Planning Specialists offers a number of College Planning seminars in Walnut Creek, Danville, Clayton, and Pleasant Hill that help parents access financial aid money, achieve financial aid for high income households, even send your child to a private school for less than the cost of a Junior College. See the web site for full seminar schedule and more information.
Make Advance Health Care Directives a part of your estate plan
August 14, 2008
Did you know that the absence of an Advance Health Care Directive concerning health care decisions in a time of crisis can cause anguish for your family? Recall the case of Terry Schiavo, the comatose Florida woman whose husband and parents could not agree whether Terry should be disconnected from life support. The case gained national attention a few years ago when the courts and even the United States Congress got involved in the dispute. A similar case is now making its way through the court system in the Fresno area. Read more
Kevin Barry Dever, featured artist during Livermore Wine Harvest Celebration, Aug 31-Sept 1
August 6, 2008
Livermore’s Bodegas Aguirre Winery will feature the work of abstract artist, Kevin Barry Dever, August 31 and September 1, during the 27th Annual Livermore Harvest Wine Celebration where over 40 wineries are participating in providing wine tasting, live music and food. The event includes: Live bands, complimentary wine tasting (at least two wines per location), 40 participating wineries, complimentary shuttle buses, food vendors on each site. Purchase tickets for the festival or for more Info visit: www.livermorewine.com. Contemporary abstract painter, Kevin Barry Dever’s art has been shown in many East Bay locations, such as the four-diamond, Renaissance ClubSport Spa and Resort in Walnut Creek, Calif. Kevin has also been attracting the attention of important art galleries in 2008. His work can be found at Lesa Johnson’s Art Gallery, in Lafayette, (925)377-0332. You can see more of Kevin’s art work online at: www.finethingsart.com
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!
East Bay Stand Down, Aug 7-10, offers services for homeless vets
July 28, 2008
The East Bay Stand Down will be held Aug. 7 to 10 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds, 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton. The event focuses on providing a variety of services for homeless veterans and is looking for help including cash donations, labor and other services. For more information, or to register volunteer or donate go to www.eastbaystanddown.org.
CCRP Rally and BBQ, Aug 16
July 25, 2008
The Contra Costa Republican Party (CCRP) Rally and BBQ will be held August 16. See web site for details.
