Ronnie Mills from Supervisor Gioia’s office provided updates on community engagement efforts around
the allocation of $1 million in federal Community Impact Funds. Residents were encouraged to
complete surveys to help guide funding priorities, including food access, housing, and mental health.
Ronnie also announced the 35th annual California Coastal Cleanup, scheduled to begin at 8:30 AM at
Shimada Park. Additionally, community members were informed about current vacancies on county
advisory boards, including the North Richmond MAC and Economic Opportunity Council.
P.2. Presentation by Sheriff’s Office Bay Station Commander, Lt. Brian Fitzgerald
00:35:50
Lieutenant Fitzgerald of the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office shared the October call log, which
included 14 service reports, notably a vehicle burglary. Community concerns about the Sheriff’s Office’s
cooperation with ICE were raised and acknowledged.
P.3. Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Update, Michelle Rinehart
00:02:37
Michelle from the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District provided an overview of the $1.5
million Shaded Fuel Break project, funded by CAL FIRE and Proposition 4. The project spans 92 acres
across East Richmond Heights and Hasford Heights and aims to reduce wildfire risk through prescribed
burning, mechanical treatment, herbivory, and targeted herbicide use. Michelle highlighted the role of
community engagement in the grant application process and noted a revised project area of 57 acres due
to funding adjustments. Emphasis was placed on improving evacuation routes and defensible space in
the wild land-urban interface. Michelle shared the district’s social media handles and offered ongoing
updates through virtual platforms.
P.4. Presentation by Richmond Police Department, Sgt. Terry Thomas
P.5. Presentation by California Highway Patrol (tentative)
00:48:54
Officer Zaid of the California Highway Patrol addressed ongoing challenges with traffic enforcement
and discussed the potential addition of a motor officer to address speeding in the Arlington area. Officer
Rivera was introduced as the new point of contact, as Officer Zaid is scheduled for transfer to Vallejo
but will maintain area oversight during the transition.
P.6. County Office of Education: Partnering with WCCUSD, Superintendent Lynn Mackey
00:52:51
Superintendent Lynn Mackey delivered a presentation on the Contra Costa County Office of Education’s
role in supporting the West Contra Costa Unified School District. The discussion emphasized services
provided to vulnerable youth, including those in juvenile hall and special education programs.
Superintendent Mackey discussed the integration of arts in education, field trip transportation
challenges, and efforts to prevent immigration enforcement actions in schools.
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