CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, September 5, 2006 SCHEDULE of MEETINGS SUBJECT

CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, September 5, 2006 SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS SUBJECT

COUNCIL RECESS

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2006

City Hall Offices will be closed on

Monday, September 4, 2006 in observance of Labor Day

AND

Friday, September 8, 2006 in observance of Admissions Day

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NOTICES

Proposed Cleanup Remedies for Groundwater Former Witco Corporate Site 3655 Collins Avenue/860 Morton Avenue Richmond, CA 94806 EPA ID No. CAD 009 137 779

Public Comment Period: through September 26, 2006 Public Meeting/Public Hearing: Tuesday, September 12, 2006

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is requesting public comment on the proposed cleanup remedies for groundwater contamination at the former Witco Corporation (previously known as Crompton and now known as Chemtura Corporation) located at 3655 Collins Avenue/850 Morton Avenue, Richmond, California. Witco Corporation has been subject to Corrective Action and post closure requirements for hazardous waste material releases of tetramethyl-tetrahydrofuran (TMTHF) and benzene in the groundwater. The proposed cleanup remedies include installing a dual phase extraction system, sampling and monitoring groundwater, and entering into a land use covenant to restrict the land use to commercial and industrial use.

The purpose of this public notice is to provide the community an opportunity to learn more about the project and to submit comments to DTSC concerning the proposed groundwater cleanup remedies. Your participation is encouraged. Comments concerning the proposed cleanup remedies must be submitted in writing and postmarked by 5:00 pm on September 26, 2006 to: Cherry Padilla, Standardized Permitting and Corrective Action Branch, Department of Toxic Substances Control, 700 Heinz Avenue, Berkeley, California, 94710, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ms. Padilla can be reached by phone at (510) 540-3967

A copy of the Corrective Measures Study Report, Land Use Covenant Implementation and Enforcement Plan, and Proposed Notice of Exemption are available for review at the Information Repositories listed below. The full Administrative Record for this project is available at the DTSC Berkeley File Room.

Richmond Public Library DTSC Berkeley File Room 325 Civic Center Plaza 700 Heinz Avenue Richmond, California 94804 Berkeley, California 94710 (510) 620-6561 (510) 540-3800 (please call for appointment)

DTSC has scheduled a Public Meeting for the proposed remedies on Tuesday, September 12, 2006, at 6:00 p.m., at the Parchester Community Center, 900 Williams Drive, Richmond, California. A public hearing will follow at 7:00 p.m. at the same location. At the close of the comment period and after considering all the comments received, DTSC will make a final decision on the cleanup remedy. All who submit comments will be notified by mail of the final decision.

For more information about public participation or the public meeting/hearing, you may contact Nancy Cook, DTSC Public Participation Specialist, at (510) 540-3923 or e-mail her at [email protected]. For media questions, please contact Angela Blanchette, DTSC Public Information Officer at (510) 540-3732 or e-mail her at [email protected]

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NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY

The Richmond Community Redevelopment Agency invites non-profit providers of housing, economic development or community development services to submit proposals by 5:00 p.m., on October 2, 2006, for funding in March 2007. Funding is available through the City’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). The Bidders’ Conference will be held on Tuesday, August 29, 2006, at 9 a.m. at the City Hall Council Chambers, 1401 Marina Way South, Richmond.

Application packets are available at the Richmond Community Redevelopment Agency, 1401 Marina Way South, Door AW1, Richmond. For additional information, contact Ana Cortez at (510) 307-3079.

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program was established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in 1974 to assist cities in meeting the national goals of preventing or eliminating slums or blight and benefiting low or moderate-income persons. Since 1974, the City of Richmond has provided over $56 million to meet these national goals through the Community and Economic Development Department which currently administers the CDBG program.

HUD established the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program in 1992 to specifically address the problems low income families and individuals face in finding quality housing by providing funds to increase the supply of affordable rental and ownership housing. The City has provided more than $8 million to meet the affordable housing needs of its citizens.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – HIV SERVICES

Contra Costa Health Services AIDS Program is seeking proposals from community-based organizations (CBOs) to provide HIV services in Contra Costa County. The AIDS Program is looking for CBOs with 501(c)3 non- profit status that are experienced in providing the following types of services to people who are HIV positive:

- psychosocial case management - day center services - substance abuse coordination - housing advocacy services - outreach coordination services

¾ The RFP is now available on August 23, 2006 ¾ Proposals are due to the AIDS Program on Friday, October 6, 2006 by 3:00 p.m.

To request an electronic version of the RFP, either email your request to Peter Ordaz at [email protected] or visit Contra Costa Health Services’ website at www.cchealth.org.

For more information, please attend the Bidder’s conference or call Peter Ordaz at (925) 313-6601.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2006

NEW!! MERCURY THERMOMETER EXCHANGE & SAFE MEDICINE DISPOSAL

Sunday, September 10, 2006, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Solano Stroll (Save the Bay/EBMUD booth), Albany

Visit Save the Bay and EBMUD's booth (under the BART tracks, 1270 Solano) for safe, free disposal of mercury and pharmaceuticals, two household items that can pollute the Bay. Exchange mercury thermometers for FREE digital ones, and bring expired or unused medicine for proper disposal.

Please bring mercury thermometers sealed in two plastic Ziploc bags and medicine in original containers with personal information marked out.

If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Athena Honore, Save the Bay (510) 452-9261 x118 or [email protected]

NEW!! FREE ELECTRONIC WASTE RECYCLING

Saturday & Sunday, September 9 and 10, 2006, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Save the date: Saturday & Sunday, January 6 & 7, 2007, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

El Cerrito Department of Motor Vehicles 6400 Manila Avenue, El Cerrito

OPEN to all residents and businesses; no residency restrictions and no appointment necessary.

ACCEPTED ITEMS: computer monitors, computers/computer components, televisions, VCR and DVD players, toner cartridges, printers, fax machines, copiers, telephone equipment, cell phones and MP3 players.

UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS: NO appliances, batteries, microwaves, paints, pesticides, etc. West Contra Costa County residents can take these items to the Household Hazardous Waste Facility at 101 Pittsburg Avenue, in Richmond. For HHW facility information, please call 1-888-412-9277. The HHW facility will be open September 9 and January 6.

If you have questions about this event, please call 1-888-832-9839 or visit www.unwaste.com

FREE TUTORING AT THE RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Richmond Public Library is pleased to announce the Homework Help Program, which offers free tutoring for children in grades one through six. Tutors will be available Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. In addition to getting help with homework, children can practice new skills, read for pleasure, play learning games, and earn prizes for attendance. Please call (510) 620-6557, or drop by the library to enroll your child. The Richmond Public Library is located at 325 Civic Center Plaza in Richmond. The library is wheelchair accessible.

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YOUTHBUILD RICHMOND IS RECRUITING!

Youthbuild Richmond is now recruiting! Participants accepted into the program will have an opportunity to work toward a high school diploma or GED, earn money while enrolled in the program, and learn construction skills. Eligibility requirements:

¾ Must be between the ages of 17 and 24 years old ¾ A Richmond resident ¾ Both women and men are encouraged to apply ¾ Must be willing to bring appositive attitude for success

Applications are available at 330 – 25th Street, Richmond. For more information, call (510) 412-2048.

COMMUNITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS TRAINING

The City of Richmond’s Office of Emergency Services will offer disaster preparedness training at the Pt. Richmond Community Center, Park Place and West Richmond, on the following dates, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.:

y September 7 y September 21 y October 5 y October 19

y October 28 (Saturday class – disaster drill)

To sign up or for additional information, contact Kathryn Gerk, (510) 620-6866.

NEW!! YMCA ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST

The 50th Annual Pancake Breakfast is just around the corner, September 9, 2006, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Hilltop Family YMCA parking lot, 4200 Lakeside Drive from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Contact the Hilltop Family YMCA at (510) 222-9622 for additional information.

SAVE THE PLUNGE FUNDRAISER

The Save the Plunge Trust will host a fundraiser for the Richmond Plunge at Golden Gate Fields on Saturday, September 9, 2006, noon to 3:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $40 dollars. This includes valet parking, buffet lunch, tax, tip, and a chance to try your luck at the races. The Turf Club does have a dress code. For more information contact: June Albonico at (510) 232-5264 or [email protected]

MEMORIES OF MACDONALD: COMMUNITY HISTORY EVENTS

Memories of Macdonald is an invitation to the people of Richmond to share their recollections and reflections of Macdonald Avenue, the City’s main downtown thoroughfare. Memories of Macdonald will preserve first- hand accounts of the avenue’s many evolutions, and will contribute to the development of a series of permanent, interpretive markers along Macdonald Avenue being commissioned by the Richmond Community Redevelopment Agency. As the heart of Richmond’s downtown, Macdonald Avenue is one of the best places to create dialogue with Richmond’s diverse residents.

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Memories of Macdonald is a six-month project that invites area residents to explore and share their memories, concerns and hopes for Macdonald Avenue. Memories of Macdonald is being developed by several community partners including the Community Redevelopment Agency, East Bay Center for the Performing Arts, Richmond Main Street Initiative, the Richmond Museum of History and Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park.

Memories of Macdonald event planned for this month:

Walking Tours of Richmond’s Main Street September (Dates TBD)

For more information, visit Memories of Macdonald at www.ci.richmond.ca.us

MARINA BAY BEACH CLEAN-UP – CALIFORNIA COASTAL CLEAN-UP DAY

Help clean up Richmond’s shoreline and marshlands on Saturday, September 16, 2006, 9:00 a.m. to noon. Volunteers are asked to meet at 9:00 a.m. at the Shimada Friendship Park in Richmond (exit I-580 at Marina Bay Parkway to the bay). Be sure to wear old clothes, sturdy shoes, and work gloves. A FREE BBQ lunch will be provided at noon.

This event is sponsored by the Office of Supervisor John Gioia and the Watershed Project. For more information, contact Kate Rauch (510) 374-3231 or Martha Berthelsen (510) 665-3689.

FAMILY DAY AT THE NICHOLL PARK

The National Brotherhood Alliance presents “Family Day at Nicholl Park” on Saturday, September 16, 2006, 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Nicholl Park is located at Macdonald Avenue and 33rd Street.

Families are invited to an old-fashioned day in the park to enjoy FREE hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and sodas. There will be music from “Music Master Mel Davis,” three-legged races, tug-of-war games, watermelon eating and dance contests, double-dutch jump rope competitions, and more! Please remember to bring your blanket, additional food, and an attitude for fun. No alcohol allowed. For additional information, please contact Jerrold Hatchett at (510) 412-5364.

2006 ED. FUND BENEFIT

The Ed. Fund will hold its annual benefit dinner on Sunday, September 24, 2006, at the Hotel Mac, 50 Washington Avenue, Pt. Richmond. Dinner will be served from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and costs $35 (tax and gratuity not included).

Main course choices will include prime rib, salmon, chicken, or vegetarian. Coffee, tea and dessert are included. Funds raised by the event will benefit the Ed. Fund, a non-profit public education fund that has been providing grants, scholarships, and other opportunities to West Contra Costa Unified School District students since its inception in 1983. To make reservations, please contact the Hotel Mac at (510) 233-0576. Fore more information, please contact the Ed. Fund at (510) 233-1464, or go to the Ed. Fund website http://www.edfundwest.org.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR OCTOBER 2006

FREE CERTIFIED HAZAROUS MATERIALS TRAINING

When: October 9 – 13, 2006 (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Where: Serra Adult School 6028 Ralston Avenue, Room #6 Richmond, California

Requirements: Complete application, supply proof of recent physical exam (taken with the past two years), and attend ALL five days of training.

Fore more information, call (510) 412-2037 or (510) 412-2048 to register. The last day to sign-up is Monday, October 2, 2006.

MEMORIES OF MACDONALD: COMMUNITY HISTORY EVENTS

Memories of Macdonald event planned for this month:

Talking about Macdonald Avenue Thursday, October 26, 2006, 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. East Bay Center for the Performing Arts 339 – 11th Street, Richmond

For more information, visit Memories of Macdonald at www.ci.richmond.ca.us

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CORONADO NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL OFFERS FIVE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS IN RICHMOND AT ITS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP BANQUET

The Coronado Neighborhood Council is offering five scholarships to students who live in the Coronado neighborhood and other areas of the City of Richmond. The Coronado neighborhood runs from Harbour Way to South 23rd Street, and from Ohio Avenue North to Hoffman Boulevard South.

The scholarships will be awarded at the organization’s 29th Annual Scholarship Banquet on Friday, October 27, 2006, at the Galileo Club, 371 South 23rd Street, Richmond. The banquet begins at 5:30 p.m. and tickets are $35. To request an application, or for more information, please contact Coronado Neighborhood Council President Joe L. Fisher (510) 232-4623.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR NOVEMBER 2006

MEMORIES OF MACDONALD: COMMUNITY HISTORY EVENTS

Memories of Macdonald event planned for this month:

Dance Swap Party Saturday, November 11, 2006, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. East Bay Center for the Performing Arts 339 – 11th Street, Richmond

For more information, visit Memories of Macdonald at www.ci.richmond.ca.us

To share your news or to sign up for the electronic mailing list, e-mail [email protected] or call (510) 620-6511.

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