P.1. County Update, Supervisor John Gioia
00:09:26
Supervisor Gioia presented a comprehensive update on Contra Costa County’s immigrant protection
efforts, highlighting the County’s commitment to immigrant rights and public health. He shared
information about recent settlements, including $20 million dedicated to air quality improvements and
$16 million allocated for broader initiatives.
Concerns were raised about the impact of proposed federal budget cuts on programs such as Head Start
and Section 8 rental assistance, with an estimated 70,000 residents potentially losing healthcare.
Supervisor Gioia also provided updates on the County’s policies regarding cooperation with ICE,
emphasizing a commitment to non-cooperation. The Council expressed strong support for the
Supervisor’s efforts and discussed the importance of additional measures, including legislative
advocacy, business training, and community education.
Supervisor Gioia outlined current and upcoming homelessness response strategies, including the
expansion of shelter beds and modular housing units in North Richmond. The County has also invested
in constructing a 45-bed mental health rehabilitation center to address gaps in care. He emphasized a
focus on transitional and permanent housing models as long-term solutions to reduce homelessness and
encampments.
P.2. Sheriff’s Office Bay Station Update, Lt. Fitzgerald
00:04:09
Lieutenant Fitzgerald of the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office provided an update on public safety.
For the month of August, there were 676 service calls, including incidents involving theft, domestic
violence, and other serious crimes. The Council briefly discussed differences between petty and grand
theft and touched on issues involving uninsured food vendors and code enforcement challenges.
Lieutenant Fitzgerald also noted ongoing difficulties with vendors who were cited for violations and
became aggressive toward county staff.
P.3. Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Update, Michelle Rinehart
00:41:17
Michelle Reinhart from the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District shared information on
upcoming events, including an open house and pancake breakfast. She also provided an update on the
East Richmond Heights shaded fuel break project, which includes prescribed burning, mechanical, and
manual treatments. Michelle stressed the importance of resident participation in maintaining fuel break
zones and preparing for evacuation routes.
P.4. California Highway Patrol (tentative)
P.5 Re-introduction Presentation, Contra Costa County Public Works, Monish Sen
5.
Discussion Items: DI. Development plan applications, variance reports, building
modification requests, appeals etc., received in the previous month from the Contra Costa
County Conservation and Development Department and Notices of Public Hearing
DI.1 - County File Number: CDLP25-02031 (435 VALLEY VIEW RD, EL SOBRANTE, CA 94803)
The applicant requests approval of a land use permit to allow for the renewal of an existing T-Mobile
Wireless telecommunications facility previously approved under the currently valid (County File
CDLP15-
02052 expires: 4/1/2026). No modifications or changes are proposed with this application.
