Dear District 1,
With Daylight Saving Time now underway, spring is just around the corner! Officially beginning on March 20, this season brings blooming flowers, sunny skies, and the warmth we’ve all been looking forward to.
I’m excited to share the latest updates with you in this newsletter!
Below, you’ll find information about Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcing $291 million in funding for services and housing, his recognition of Alameda County as a CARE Champion and recaps from some events I recently attended including a Holi springtime celebration.
Be sure to explore the updates below to stay informed about upcoming events, resources, and opportunities throughout District 1 and Alameda County!
As always, if there is anything that my office can do to assist you regarding County-specific matters, please feel free to reach out at bosdist1@acgov.org.
Sincerely,
David G. Haubert
Alameda County Supervisor
District 1
On March 2, Governor Gavin Newsom visited the Bay Area Community Services (BACS) Regis Village Campus in Hayward to announce
$291 million in funding for services and housing.
BACS provides permanent and traditional housing to unhoused individuals in Alameda County, alongside behavioral health support. The organization is expanding its campus to include a navigation center, medical respite care, substance use residential treatment and detox services, a wellness center, a sobering center, and a dedicated office for Community Assistance,
Recovery, and Empowerment Act (CARE) services.
During the visit, the Governor recognized Alameda County as a
CARE Champion, highlighting our community as a leader in implementing the CARE Act to connect residents living with serious mental health challenges with treatment, supportive services, and stable housing.
 On March 1, I joined the Hindu Community and Cultural Center in Livermore to celebrate their 26th Annual Grant-In-Aid Program.
This year, 39 organizations received grants, including local, national, and international nonprofits as well as the Livermore Fire Department, Livermore Police Department and Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
I was honored to attend and help present grant checks alongside Human Services Executive Committee Chairman Bhaskar Swaminathan, celebrating the center’s continued commitment to supporting organizations that serve and strengthen our communities.
Earlier this month, I was proud to help sponsor the Holi Festival of Colors hosted by Festival of Globe and Dr. Romesh Japra in Fremont.
The event drew one of the largest turnouts of the year as the community came together to celebrate the arrival of spring and the triumph of light over darkness. Attendees enjoyed dancing, Indian street food from local vendors, and the joyful tradition of sharing vibrant Holi colors.
The Mission San Jose Rotary Club in Fremont recently hosted a 3D Printing and Youth Innovators Competition in partnership
with Fremont Unified School District
and Ohlone College.
Students in grades 3–12 showcased inspiring projects, highlighting creativity and innovation from across the community.
The top prize, a $2,000 award, was
awarded to three high school students for
their impressive artificial arm design!
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It was a pleasure to hear from such bright and driven young minds at the event.
Thank you to the Mission San Jose Rotary Club for organizing this fantastic opportunity to support youth innovation and learning!
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It’s that time of year again! The City of Dublin will be hosting its
42nd annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 14.
My team and I are excited to participate and show our spirit!
We hope to see you there!
The VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program offers free tax preparation services for individuals and families who meet income eligibility requirements, including low- to moderate-income taxpayers.
You can sign up for an appointment and check your eligibility at the following locations:
Tri-Valley Career Center
City of Fremont
Livermore Library
In addition, the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program provides free tax assistance for those who qualify, with a special focus on taxpayers age 50 and older with low to moderate income. You do not need to be an AARP member to use this service.
Find locations here:
East Bay Tax-Aide Locations
Tri-Valley Critical Services Resources
Check out our website to learn more about critical services in the Tri-Valley!
https://district1.acgov.org/tri-valley-critical-services/
Find food resources here:
Tri-Valley Food Resources | District 1 | Board of Supervisors | Alameda County
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