Upcoming Events and Community Announcements
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Affordable Housing Opportunities: Applications for 2 SAHA sites available on 5/25 (This Friday)! |
1.ASHBY STUDIOS
(6 Units)
1303-1311 1/2 Ashby
Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702
(510) 981-0532, TTY: (510) 649-0828
ELIGIBILITY -Preference will be given to households who have a Housing Choice Voucher (tenant-based section 8), Shelter Plus Care Voucher or other similar subsidy.
Applications
will be available online and at the leasing office when the waiting list for
studios units opens on May 25, 2018 until June 1, 2018. A lottery will be conducted for all applications received by deadline. Applications can be returned in person or by mail to the Leasing
Office at 2919 9th Street,
Suite 101, Attn: Ashby Studios, Berkeley, CA 94710. Click here for more information.
2. CARMEN AVENUE
APARTMENTS (30 Units)
2891 Carmen Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550
(925) 606-8031, TTY: (510) 649-0828
ELIGIBILITY - At least one member of the household
must be living with one of the following conditions: orthopedically disabled,
physically disabled, single parent household, survivors of physical abuse, or
at risk of homelessness.
Applications will be
available online and at the property when the waiting list for two bedroom
units opens on May 25, 2018. Applications must be received
by June 8, 2018. A lottery will be conducted for all applications received
by the deadline. Only the top 100 eligible applications will be placed on the
waiting list for consideration. Applications can be returned in person or by
mail to the property manager at 2891 Carmen Avenue,
Livermore, CA 94550.Click here for more information.
UPCOMING: Joint U.S. EPA/ California
Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Soil Study in West Oakland- Testing for Lead
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The factsheet & map of the study area, is available at: http://response.epa.gov/UMSWestoakland
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Initial study results will be available in Fall 2018. The website above is where study results, reports, and maps for the project will be posted.
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Taking soil samples from the street, not private property. This area was selected because of the mix of industry, older homes that may be painted with leaded paint and nearby freeways. EPA and DTSC will analyze the soil samples for lead and other heavy metals.
The West Oakland Job Resource Center has workshops and events
throughout May, so take advantage of the opportunities! See below and more
at http://oaklandcommunityjobscenter.org/.
Sponsored by SparkPoint and Operation Hope:
FINANCIAL EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
FOR YOUR SUCCESS
LEARN HOW TO: REDUCE Your Debt, IMPROVE Your Credit, INCREASE Your Savings with a Personal Financial Coach.
- WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 2018 5-7PM
- Call to Register – 510-419-0509
Father
Engagement Strategies that Work: Engaging Fathers and Families Through Their
Strengths
THURSDAY,
JUNE 7, 2018
9AM - 12PM
First 5
Alameda County Conference Center
1115
Atlantic Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
PRESENTER: Shawn
Bryant
Founding
Director and Chief Learning Officer
Teaching Excellence
Center
At
this training, providers learn the difference between father engagement and
involvement, explore how experience shapes observation and discover positive
strategies that strengthen father-child interactions and
engagement.
REGISTER
BY MAY 31, 2018
To register for the session, copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.f5ecc.org/f5eventdetails.aspx?EventID=3994
Temescal Street Fair: SUNDAY June 10th, 2018
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WHERE: Telegraph Ave, between 41st & 51st Streets
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WHEN: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Look for the District 5- Supervisor Keith Carson table!
Join us for live music on three stages, great food from popular Temescal eateries and mobile food vendors, craft beer, and scores of artisans at our FREE annual Festival! Come see amazing tricks at the Kinetic Arts Center Circus Stage, visit business and community booths, listen to amazing local music, and let the kids go wild a the Fun Zone and Carnival rides.
Questions about participating as a sponsor, vendor or musician?
Contact: streetfair@temescaldistrict.org, 510-550-4988
Save the Date: Saturday, June 23, 2018
Seats 4 Safety
Seats4Safety is a community event that provides free new booster car seats to families across Alameda County. Interactive safety trainings, fun activities for kids and more!
Location: Oracle Arena and Oakland- Alameda County Coliseum (7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621)
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Visit www.seats4safety.org to apply for a FREE New booster car seat!
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Thursday, May 23nd, 2018
Tuesday, May 29th, 2018: Housing and Urban Development, Faith Community Symposium
 Join Supervisor Keith Carson and Nate Miley for the Northern Alameda County Symposium on Housing & Urban Development with the Faith Community.
Speakers and Experts:
Breakout Sessions:
- Homelessness- A Community Approach
- Housing Now! Innovative Concepts
- Technical Assistance- Sustaining the Investment
When: Tuesday, May 29th, 2018 from 8:30am-4:00pm
Where: Berkeley City College Auditorium, 2050 Center Street, Berkeley, CA
Sign up HERE. Free registration includes breakfast and lunch:
www.alamedacountypossibilities.eventbrite.com
Want to get involved in the events planned out of our District 5 Office?
A few volunteers from the African American Caregiving & Wellness Forum in April
Sign up for our VOLUNTEER LIST to help out on community issues that you care about.
- To be notified about volunteer opportunities of District 5 events, email emma.ishii@acgov.org with your Name, Email Address, Event interests, Location preference (EG: West Oakland, Berkeley, etc)
- Past events related to health (E.G. Planning and Caring), racial equity (E.G. Making Connections), childcare (Ready to Learn Fun Fair) & more.
 Vote! on Tuesday, June 5th, 2018: Are you registered and ready?
Make sure your registration is up to date and that you know the process on getting your vote in! Check out these resources below to educate yourself on the process.
The Voter
Registration Deadline
The voter
registration deadline is always 15 days before an election (for the June 5th
election, the voter registration deadline is May 21st).
Voters should receive notice of the location of their polling place in the mail
a few days before the election.
How to Register to Vote
1) Online: One way to register to vote is online. You will need your
California driver license or California identification card number, the last
four digits of your social security number, and your date of birth.
2) In person: You can also register to vote in person by going to the
Registrar of Voters’ office at the Alameda County Courthouse, at 1225 Fallon
Street, Room G-1, Oakland, CA 94612.
3) Picking
up forms: You can pick up voter registration forms
at locations like:
- All offices of the Department of Motor Vehicle
- All city clerks’ offices
- All public libraries
- All post offices
Then, mail your completed
form to the Registrar of Voters.
4) Requesting
forms be mailed to you: You may also call the Registrar of Voters
at 510-272-6933 or the Secretary of State at 1-800-345-VOTE and a request that
a registration form be mailed to you.
You will need to re-register to
vote when:
- You move
- You change your name
- You change your
political party choice
Visit the California Secretary of
State’s website for more information about early voting and more.
Thank you to the Alameda County Early Care and Education Program for putting this guide together!
Poll Workers Needed!
June 5, 2018 Statewide Direct Primary Election
*Bi-Lingual Poll Workers Especially Needed*
For questions and information, please contact the
Alameda County Registrar of Voters, Recruiting Unit at rov_pollworker@acgov.org or (510)
272-6971.
APPLY NOW - http://ow.ly/P9t130jiGkm
- Bil-Lingual Workers needed in these languages: Chinese, Punjabi, Khmer, Vietnamese, Korean, Spanish and Tagalog
Boards & Commissions Vacancy Announcements: Positions still accepting applications!
Supervisor Carson needs District 5 Representatives in the following boards & commissions:
- Assessment Appeals Board (1)
- Consumer Affairs Commission (2)
- Fair Association Board (1)
- Housing & Community Development Agency Advisory Board (1)
- Mental Health Board (1)
This is an opportunity to serve your community and represent District 5! Please note the eligibility requirements and commitments associated with each position. For application information and more click HERE.
Summer Reading Games 2018!
 Where do you want to travel this summer? Join us for our Summer Reading Game 2018 and let Reading Take You Everywhere!
You will discover and explore new people, places, and things. Plus, win books and prizes along the way. With games for Pre-readers, Kids, Teens, and Adults—there’s something fun for everyone!
The all-ages game is fun, free, easy to play, and runs from June 1 through August 31, 2018. Check with your local library branch for exact dates: http://www.aclibrary.org/locations
More information will be available soon!
Lakefest!
Lake Merritt reflects the heart and soul of Oakland. This Lake Merritt event will showcase the talent of our town from old school innovators to the young entrepreneurs and elements of our city that Oaklanders love. Music, food, art and play will be on display. This will be a positive day in the sun at The Boathouse on the Lake! Check out website for full list of performers & vendors: http://lakefestoakland.com
WHEN: Saturday June 23rd, 2018 11.00am - 7pm
WHERE: Lake Merritt Sail Boat House
568 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA
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