Contra Costa County Department of Conservation and Development

Grant applications for the Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Committee's Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund are due by Thursday, August 1, 2024. Non-profit organizations, schools, and government agencies interested in enhancing the fish and wildlife resources of Contra Costa County are eligible to apply.

Projects awarded through the Fund must benefit the fish and wildlife resources of the County. The Fish and Wildlife Committee strongly encourages applications related to the following:

🐾 Improving habitat,
🐾 Scientific research,
🐾 Public education,
🐾 Threatened and endangered species, or
🐾 Resolving human/wildlife interaction issues.

In addition to the above areas of interest, the Fish and Wildlife Committee wishes to fund one or more projects that increase collaboration with law enforcement agencies and community cultural organizations on enforcement issues and education focusing on communities that may be unaware of local fish and game laws. Projects that provide multilingual signage and educational materials are encouraged.

For more information and to view the full grant application, please refer to the RFP at: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/grant.

Please join Contra Costa County staff for a virtual presentation on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area-wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.

If approved by voters across the Bay Area region, the bond measure would support affordable housing production and preservation and protect at-risk households. Register for this community meeting at http://www.cchousingneeds.org.

Check out the Summer 2024 edition of the Sustainability in Contra Costa County newsletter by visiting https://mailchi.mp/dcd/sustainability-in-contra-costa-county-newsletter-summer2024! Subscribe to receive the next edition straight to your inbox.

This edition features the following:
☀️ the County's nearly $1.5 million grant award for development of the Contra Costa Resilient Shoreline Plan,
☀️ $200 Home Energy Score rebate offered by the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN),
☀️ Contra Costa County Sustainability Exchange,
☀️ New incentives and resources on the County's Sustainability Resources webpage,
☀️ 2024 Bike to Work Day Recap,
☀️ BayREN Incentive Budget Tracker for the Single-Family Home+ Program,
☀️ Summer Water Savers, and
☀️ Free bicycling tour on July 13th offered by Central San.

Please join Contra Costa County staff for an online presentation on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area-wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.

If approved by voters across the Bay Area region, the bond measure would support affordable housing production and preservation and protect at-risk households. Register for this community meeting at http://www.cchousingneeds.org.

Grant applications for the Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Committee's Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund are due by Thursday, August 1, 2024. Non-profit organizations, schools, and government agencies interested in enhancing the fish and wildlife resources of Contra Costa County are eligible to apply.

Projects awarded from the Fund must benefit the fish and wildlife resources of the County. The Fish and Wildlife Committee strongly encourages applications related to the following:

🐾 Improving habitat,
🐾 Scientific research,
🐾 Public education,
🐾 Threatened and endangered species, or
🐾 Resolving human/wildlife interaction issues.

In addition to the above areas of interest, the Fish and Wildlife Committee wishes to fund one or more projects that increase collaboration with law enforcement agencies and community cultural organizations on enforcement issues and education focusing on communities that may be unaware of local fish and game laws. Projects that provide multilingual signage and educational materials are encouraged.

For more information and to view the full grant application, please refer to the RFP at: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/grant.

Happy brought to you by the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy!

Pictured here is a long-tailed weasel poised to cross through a culvert. Culverts provides safe passage for wildlife.

Has a cute critter made a stop in your backyard? Did you spot a neat animal on one of your hikes? We'd love to see your photos of wildlife in Contra Costa County! Tag us in your post or DM us for a chance to be featured!

Photo Credit: Nomad Ecology

Please join Contra Costa County staff for a presentation on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area-wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.

If approved by voters across the Bay Area region, the bond measure would support affordable housing production and preservation and protect at-risk households. Register for this community meeting at http://www.cchousingneeds.org.

DCD is hiring a Planning Technician I! This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals with an interest in technical planning activities related to land use and zoning ordinances. We're looking for a strong communicator who is enthusiastic about advising, making determinations, and assisting customers with matters related to zoning regulations and permit procedures.

If you or someone you know meets the minimum qualifications, we encourage applying for the position. Learn more about the position and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/4516648/planning-technician-i.

🪱 We're offering a free, virtual Worm Composting Workshop on June 8, 2024 from 10 am to 12 pm.

Learn how to compost your yard trimmings and food scraps at home! It's easy, adds nutrients to your yard and garden, kind to our environment, and good for you too! Save money, save water, and conserve natural resources.

All Contra Costa County residents are welcome. To learn more about this event and reserve your place, visit tinyurl.com/cccompostworkshop2024.

Big news! Join a public meeting on the Envision Contra Costa Zoning Code Update on June 4th at 9:30 AM! The Board of Supervisors will discuss how we're modernizing the code & planning for the future. For more info, visit envisioncontracosta2040.org.

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¡Participe en una reunión pública sobre la actualización del código de zonificación de Envision Contra Costa el 4 de junio a las 9:30 AM! La Junta de Supervisores discutirá como estamos modernizando el código y planificando para el futuro. Visite envisioncontracosta2040.org para más información.

As part of the Contra Costa Consortium's (cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek) commitment to equity and community engagement, we are conducting a survey to gather insights from you and your neighbors regarding the crucial needs and priorities of your community, with a focus on services for low-income individuals, enhancements to public facilities and infrastructure, and the effects of high housing costs. Your input will play a vital role in shaping a better future for everyone.

Learn more and fill out the survey at www.ccconplan.org!

Please join Contra Costa County staff tonight for a presentation on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area-wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.

If approved by voters across the Bay Area region, the bond measure would support affordable housing production and preservation and protect at-risk households. Register for this community meeting at http://www.cchousingneeds.org.

🚴 Get ready to celebrate Bike to Wherever Day on May 16! Pledge to ride and you’ll get a map of Energizer Stations, a digital goody bag, and new routes to explore! Find all the details about the big day at BikeEastBay.org/BTWD Bike East Bay

In an effort to make the County more disaster ready and resilient, the Contra Costa County Office of Emergency Services is seeking public feedback on the 2024 County Hazard Mitigation Plan. View the draft Plan at contracosta.ca.gov/6415/Local-Hazard-Mitigation-Plan.

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En un esfuerzo por hacer que el Condado esté más preparado y resiliente ante desastres, la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia del Condado de Contra Costa está solicitando comentarios del público sobre el Plan de Mitigación de Riesgos del Condado de 2024. Vea el Plan en contracosta.ca.gov/6415/Local-Hazard-Mitigation-Plan.

Join Contra Costa County staff tonight for a presentation on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area-wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.

If approved by voters, the bond measure would support affordable housing production and preservation and protect at-risk households. Please register for this in-person event at http://www.cchousingneeds.org.

Please join Contra Costa County staff for a presentation on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA), including the BAHFA-proposed $10 to $20 billion Bay Area-wide affordable housing regional bond planned to be included on the November 2024 ballot.

If approved by voters, the bond measure would support affordable housing production and preservation and protect at-risk households. Please register for this in-person event at http://www.cchousingneeds.org.

Reminder: Fill out the draft strategies survey to help us improve Richmond Parkway!

The Richmond Parkway Transportation Plan will identify strategies that equitably expand transportation options, support safe travel, and reduce public health impacts of truck and vehicle traffic along Richmond Parkway and Castro Street between I-80 and I-580. To take the survey, visit bit.ly/richmond-pkwy.

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¡Ayúdanos a mejorar Richmond Parkway!

El Plan de Transporte de Richmond Parkway identificara estrategias que aumentan la
igualdad en las opciones de transporte, apoyan viajes seguros, y reducen los impactos en la salud publica debido al tráfico de camiones y vehículos a lo largo de las calles Richmond Parkway y Castro Street entre las autopistas I-80 y la I-580. Para tomar una encuesta sobre las estrategias propuestas, visite bit.ly/richmond-pkwy.

Celebrate every day with fun sustainable actions from DCD’s Sustainability Team! If you take any of these actions, take a photo and email it to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in an upcoming edition of the Sustainability in the County newsletter.

Join us on April 22 to learn about the Contra Costa County Consortium's 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and how you can help us determine how federal funding is spent to address the community's greatest needs. This is the fifth of five public meetings being held throughout the county.

Learn more about the 2025-2030 Consolidated Plan and its development at www.ccconplan.org.

We're offering a free, virtual Home Composting Workshop on April 27, 2024 from 10 am to 12 pm.

Learn how to compost your yard trimmings and food scraps at home! It's easy, adds nutrients to your yard and garden, kind to our environment, and good for you too! Save money, save water, and conserve natural resources.

All Contra Costa County residents are welcome. To learn more about this event and reserve your place, visit tinyurl.com/cccompostworkshop2024.