To: Board of Supervisors
From: Candace Andersen, District II Supervisor
Report Title: Resolution recognizing 2025 Orinda Volunteer of the Year Carlos Baltodano
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Resolution recognizing 2025 Orinda Volunteer of the Year Carlos Baltodano
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Resolution recognizing 2025 Orinda Volunteer of the Year Carlos Baltodano
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The Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County, California
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IN THE MATTER OF Resolution recognizing 2025 Orinda
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR CARLOS BALToDANO
WHEREAS, Carlos Baltodano has been a devoted resident of Orinda for 32 years and exemplifies the highest ideals of community service, dedicating his time, energy, and expertise to strengthen the quality of life in Orinda and throughout Contra Costa County; and
WHEREAS, Carlos serves as a Board member of both the Orinda Association (OA) and the Orinda Community Foundation (OCF), having served as Board President of the OA from 2019 to 2021. During his leadership, he reviewed and updated the OA By-laws, expanded partnerships with community organizations including the OCF, Orinda Chamber of Commerce, Lamorinda Sunrise, and Lamorinda Presents, initiated joint Citizen of the Year and Environmental Award events with the OCF, and organized and led Candidates Public Forums for City Council, MOFD, and School Board, collaborating with the League of Women Voters to ensure residents were informed about candidates’ positions on key community issues; and
WHEREAS, as a Board member of the Orinda Community Foundation since 2019, Carlos has contributed significantly by producing the annual OCF Newsletter sent to every household in Orinda along with coordinating OA participation in the Annual Citizen of the Year and Environmental Award programs and enthusiastically led promotional efforts for the OCF Annual Grant Program and highlighting innovative programs supported by the Foundation; and
WHEREAS, during his six years on the Orinda Planning Commission, including one year as Chair, Carlos addressed complex issues including downtown development and the Housing Element, balancing preservation of Orinda’s semi-rural character with thoughtful growth and revitalization, fostering transparency, respect, and meaningful community dialogue throughout the process; and
WHEREAS, Carlos served as a Trustee and Chair of the East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC), helping to empower young people with the character, skills, and opportunities to contribute positively to society, reinforcing his belief that strong communities grow by supporting the next generation of leaders; and
Now, therefore be it resolved that the Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County does hereby honor
Carlos Baltodano
as the 2025 Orinda Volunteer of the Year, recognizing his exceptional dedication, leadership, and service to the Orinda community, which has made a lasting and meaningful impact on the lives of residents.
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