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District 4 Newsletter | September Edition
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Hello, District 4!
As we step into September, there's a sense of new beginnings in the air. The long days of summer start to give way to cooler mornings, and the return of routines brings both focus and fresh opportunities. Whether you're settling into new goals, savoring the last outdoor gatherings, or preparing for the season ahead, this month offers the prefect balance of reflection and momentum.
The Healthy Living Festival is right around the corner! If you haven't registered yet, please be sure to sign up soon - registration is required. This signature annual event, held at the Oakland Zoo and designed for adults 55 and older, is a celebration you won't want to miss. I look forward to seeing you there!
Inside this newsletter edition, you'll find more updates on upcoming events and important community information. *For optimal reading, please open this newsletter in a new window.
As always, if you need assistance with any county-related matters, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of my offices. Contact details are listed at the bottom of this newsletter - my staff and I are here to help. Thank you for the opportunity to serve the county and enjoy the end of summer as we head into fall!
Upcoming Meetings:
Board of Supervisors Meetings
Click HERE for more information regarding BOS meetings.
Castro Valley Municipal Advisory Council meetings:
- Monday, September 8th, Land Use
- Monday, September 15th, General Purpose
- Monday, September 22nd, Land Use
Click HERE for links and info for the Castro Valley MAC meetings
Eden Area Municipal Advisory Council meetings:
- Tuesday, September 9th
- Tuesday, October 14th
Click HERE for links and info for the Eden Area MAC meetings
Fairview Municipal Advisory Council meetings:
- Tuesday, September 2nd
- Tuesday, October 7th
Click HERE for links and info for the Fairview MAC meetings
Veteran Suicide Prevention Forum - September 3
Click HERE for more info
Castro Valley Fall Festival
Saturday, September 6 from 10am to 6pm & Sunday, September 7 from 10am to 5pm. Castro Valley Blvd between Redwood Rd and Santa Maria
 Click HERE for more info
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Community Preparedness Fair - Saturday, September 20
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 Click HERE to register
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- Veteran Suicide Prevention Forum, September 3rd
- Castro Valley Fall Festival, September 6th
- Healing Through Growth, September 13th
- Community Preparedness Fair, September 20th
- Healthy Living Festival, Thursday, September 25th
- Fatherhood Summit, September 27th
- Regional Convening on Illegal Dumping, October 29th
Phone Scam Alert!
Scammers are impersonating law enforcement and U.S. District Court employees and demanding immediate payment to clear a warrant in lieu of arrest.
If you receive such a call, text, or email, do not provide the requested information. Notify the Clerk of Court's Office of the U.S. District Court in your area immediately. You can find Federal Court locations and information at https://www.uscourts.gov/federal-court-finder/search .
Neither the ACSO nor any other local, state, or federal law enforcement agency will ever contact you for payment for missed court appearances or citations in lieu of arrest or a warrant issuance.
The standard collection methods for scammers are Bitcoin, Western Union/electronic funds transfer, MoneyPak/Green Dot, and Vanilla Reload. There are many ways to fall victim to these types of scams.
Even if the caller sounds convincing because they (1) call from a local telephone number, (2) refer to you by name, or (3) have other personal information about you, IT IS A SCAM!
Play it safe and never agree to send money or meet up with someone from an unsolicited call, email, or text. Contact your local law enforcement for assistance if you believe you are the target/victim of a scam.
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Health Alert!
Be aware that measles outbreaks are on the rise nationally. Protected against measles? Make sure everyone in your family is up-to-date on the MMR vaccine, especially before travel abroad or to outbreak areas in the U.S. The MMR vaccine is recommended for children aged 12-15 months, with a second dose administered between ages 4 and 6. If you develop measles symptoms, stay home and call your healthcare provider immediately.
To learn more, click HERE.
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Heat Advisory!
Click HERE for more info
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Re-opening of Self-Sufficiency Center
Click HERE for more info
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Healing through Growth
Suicide Prevention & Awareness Event.
Saturday, September 13th, 12pm - 4pm, Defremery Park, Oakland
Click HERE to register
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More Library News!
Help Shape Family Spaces at Your Library
AC Library is working on a plan to improve family spaces at eight library locations and wants to build it with you!
Take a few minutes to share your input in a short survey. Your voice will help AC Library create spaces that feel like they belong to everyone who comes in.
The survey is open now through Monday, September 15 and is available in English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Farsi. Take the Family Spaces Survey at aclibrary.org/FamilySpaces or Click HERE
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BART updates!
Starting August 20th, BART becomes the Bay Area’s first Tap and Ride system. Tap and Ride will provide riders the ability to pay adult fares at BART fare gates using physical contactless credit or debit cards or mobile payment methods such as Apple Pay and Google Pay. With Tap and Ride, riders will no longer need to use a Clipper card to ride BART. This will be an immense timesaver for riders who can now use their contactless bank cards to ride BART with zero registration or setup process required.
Click HERE for more information
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E-Bike Rebates!
Ava Bike Electric is an incentive program that aims to increase access to e-bikes, reduce carbon emissions, and support local businesses. Learn more about how the program works and apply now for an instant rebate of $400 to $1,500 off a new e-bike.
Click HERE for more info and how to apply
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Fatherhood Summit
September 27th, Oakland Marriott
Click HERE to register.
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Home Repair Assistance
Alameda County's Healthy Homes Department has funding that can help with certain minor home repairs.
Click HERE to find out how the program works and how to apply.
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Mark your calendars!
Regional Convening on Illegal Dumping - October 29th
 Click HERE to register
Click HERE to see vacancies and apply
DOG PARKS!
Our community is full of great spots where dogs can run, play, and socialize - here are some nearby favorites!
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The Alameda County Auditor-Controller's Office
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The Alameda County Auditor-Controller / Clerk-Recorder's office is a combined agency delivering essential services such as countywide auditing, accounting, financial management, and issuing and safeguarding vital records. Their duties include payments to vendors, preparing local/state/federal reports, allocating tax revenue, calculating and issuing payroll checks, issuing birth/death/marriage certificates, performing marriage ceremonies, and serving members of the public both in-person and online. To learn more, click HERE. |
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