City of San Ramon News & Information Update
Tuesday, July 25, 2024
City Council Votes to Place Sales Tax Measure on November 2024 Ballot
At the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 23, the San Ramon City Council voted unanimously to place a one cent per dollar (1%) transactions and use tax ("sales tax") measure on the November 2024 ballot.
> Click here to watch the July 23 City Council Meeting (item begins at 5:59).
> Click here to View the Agenda Packet with Staff Report (pages 154 - 203)
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Registration Open for Fall Swim Lessons!
Registration for fall swim lessons is now open! Register early for prime lesson times!
> Learn More & Register
Traffic Alert: Weekend Landscape Work Planned on Crow Canyon Road
Saturday, July 27 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Eastbound Lane 3 & Bike Lane Closed Between Alcosta Blvd. and Barbados Dr.
The eastbound number three lane and bike lane on Crow Canyon Road between Alcosta Boulevard and Barbados Drive will be closed Saturday, July 27 between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. for landscape and tree work.
Please drive with caution in the area and share the road with bicyclists.
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Summer Concert Series: Bombay Disco Co.
Sunday, July 28 at 5:30 p.m.
San Ramon Central Park Amphitheater
This Sunday, July 28, the San Ramon Summer Concert Series continues with Bollywood band Bombay Disco Co at 5:30 p.m. at the Central Park Amphitheater (12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon CA 94583)
Bring a blanket or a low-back lawn chair and be ready to dance the night away!
Food will be available for purchase from the Food Truck Mafia trucks; wine, beer, and soda will be available to purchase from the San Ramon Arts Foundation.
Don't get stuck without parking—reserve your Summer Concert Parking for $20 at sanramon.ca.gov/events
One Week Left to Apply: San Ramon Police Department's Community Academy
Apply by Wednesday, July 31
Applications are open for the San Ramon Police Department's popular Community Academy for those who live or work in San Ramon!
The Fall 2024 session begins on August 14 and meets on Wednesday nights from 6:30–9:30 p.m. at San Ramon Police Department (2401 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon CA 95683). The session will conclude on October 30.
This is an immersive program that covers a wide variety of topics and includes a day at the range, tour of the County Jail and a high-speed driving course.
> Learn More and Apply
Middle School Pool Party
Wednesday, July 31 from 7–9 p.m.
San Ramon Olympic Pool
The Middle School Pool Party is coming up on Wednesday, July 31 at the San Ramon Olympic Pool (9900 Broadmoor Drive, San Ramon CA 94583) for incoming 6th–8th graders.
Play games, listen to music, win prizes, race on the Splash N’ Dash, take a dip in the play pool, float on an inner tube, play games and more!
This is great opportunity to meet your fellow middle schoolers and make new friends!
> Learn More & Register
One Week Left to Apply: Fall 2024 Citizen Planning Academy
Apply by Friday, August 2
Applications are now open for the Fall 2024 session of San Ramon's Citizen Planning Academy!
The Academy is designed to educate and engage residents in the City’s planning process, and will provide an overview of why cities plan, how planning shapes our community, and the land use planning process. The course concludes with a Mock Planning Commission Meeting for a theoretical project, where the participants serve as the Planning Commission, developers, and residents.
The classes are anticipated to be held on5 consecutive Mondays beginning September 9. Each class begins at6:30 p.m.and ends at9 p.m., and will be held at City Hall. Following completion of the course, there will be a formal recognition of class participants at a City Council meeting.
The class isfree, but space is limited to 20 residents, over 18 years of age.
Applications are due by Friday, August 2.
> Apply Now
Crow Canyon Gardens Speaker Series: Propagating Native Plants
Saturday, August 3, from noon–1:30 p.m.
Crow Canyon Gardens
Ages: 14 & up
Residents: $8 (FREE to garden clean-up volunteers)
Join us on Saturday, August 3 from noon to 1:30 p.m. for the next in our educational speaker series at Crow Canyon Gardens(114 Park Place, San Ramon, CA 94583)!
Learn about propagating native plants in your garden from Las Positas Horticulture Technician Laura Cornette.
The educational speaker series events will be held after regularly scheduled garden clean-ups from 9 a.m. to noon, and are free to clean-up day volunteers.
> Register for the Clean-up and Speaker Event
> Register for the Speaker Event Only ($8 fee)
Municipal Election 2024: Council Candidate Filing Period Open
File by Friday, August 9 at 5 p.m.
A Municipal Election will be held in the City of San Ramon on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, for the following City of San Ramon officers:
- Mayor
- Councilmember, District 1
- Councilmember, District 3
The nomination filing period closes at 5 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2024.
The nomination period will be extended to Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 5 p.m. if an incumbent does not file for re-election by Friday, August 9, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Candidates are required to make an appointment with the City Clerk's Office to obtain and file nomination papers.
To be eligible to run for office, a candidate must be a U.S. Citizen, be a registered voter, and must be registered in the political subdivision for which you are running. The office is nonpartisan.
To make an appointment to obtain and file nomination papers, or for questions, contact the City Clerk's Office at cityclerk@sanramon.ca.gov or (925) 973-2539.
For more details, please visit the link below.
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Call for Artists: 2025 Community Gallery Exhibits
Apply by Friday, August 9
The City of San Ramon is looking for talented artists to exhibit in our five community galleries in 2025.
Exhibits are open to solo and group shows of all ages, abilities, and media.
Apply by Friday, August 9 at the link below.
> Apply Now
Youth Summer Showcase Concert
Saturday, August 10, 2–4 p.m.
Dougherty Station Community Arts Center
Join us for an afternoon of incredible performances at the Youth Summer Showcase Concert on Saturday, August 10 at 2 p.m. at Dougherty Station Community Arts Center (17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon CA 94582)!
San Ramon's finest young artists from four distinguished organizations will perform a medley of genres, including classical chamber music, rock favorites, musical theatre, and traditional Indian dance.
This enriching event is a testament to our commitment to nurturing growth through the arts.
Admission is free but space is limited—sign up at the link below to reserve your spot!
Donations are welcome, supporting our city's thriving music and dance education. We look forward to sharing this special occasion with our community!
> Sign Up
Contra Costa Animal Services Offering Free Animal Adoptions to Alleviate Crowded Shelters
Also Seeking Foster Homes
In partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation, all animals at Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will be free to adopt during the month of July in an effort to clear kennel space with the county shelter reaching capacity. CCAS is also seeking qualified foster homes – specifically those that can accommodate large dog breeds – to help alleviate the current shelter population.
“We’ve reached a fever pitch,” said Ben Winkleblack, CCAS director. “With an already crowded shelter and an average daily intake of nearly 20 animals each day, we’re asking for the community’s help in getting as many pets out of the shelter as we possibly can through adoption and foster.”
CCAS currently has over 200 pets seeking permanent or temporary homes, including over 170 dogs. Interested adopters and fosters can view CCAS’s available pets at www.ccasd.org, or come to meet them at the CCAS adoption center in Martinez. A $25 licensing fee may apply for pet adoptions.
CCAS Adoption Center (4800 Imhoff Pl., Martinez, CA 94553)
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.– 5 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
> View Animals Available for Adoption
> Foster Information
Summer Youth Bus Pass Available
$30 for Unlimited Rides through August
Ages 6–18
511 Contra Costa’s Summer Youth Pass offers unlimited bus rides for youth ages 6 to 18 on County Connection, Tri Delta Transit, and WestCAT buses from June through August.
Available at a great discount, you can purchase yours today for just $30.
Construction Update: Crow Canyon Widening
Construction Continues Between Alcosta Blvd & St. George Road
Work continues on the Crow Canyon Widening Project between Alcosta Boulevard and Crow Canyon Private (Cobblestone).
Work Recently Completed Through 7/25/24:
- Completed eastbound paving operations
- Opened Barbados Drive
- Completed eastbound striping operations
- Began removal of pole bases east of Crow Canyon Private
- Poured concrete median tips
Work Planned Through 8/2/24:
- Continue eastbound landscape and irrigation work
- Landscape and mulch installation – requires closure of two lanes in the eastbound direction during working hours. A minimum of one lane will always be open for vehicles and bikes.
- Continue westbound storm drain and grading work. This work requires closure of one westbound travel lane.
- Begin subgrade work for the northside path
- Site clean-up
- Saturday landscape maintenance work will take place on July 27. A minimum of one lane will always be open for vehicles and bikes.
> More Information on Crow Canyon Widening Project
Construction Update: Iron Horse Trail Overcrossing
Work continues on the Iron Horse Trail Overcrossing at Bollinger Canyon Road. Please see below for anticipated upcoming work.
Work Recently Completed Through 7/25/24:
- North MSE Wall structure substantially complete
- Poured Pier 3 Pile Cap
- Poured Pier 3 Pedestal
- Excavated for overcrossing stairs
- Poured foundation for overcrossing stairs
- Adjusted traffic signal indicators
Work Anticipated Through 8/2/24:
- Continue demolition, excavation, and grading on the Iron Horse Trail
- Continue embankment grading
- Continue drainage
- Continue to pour Pier 3 barrier wall
- Pedestrian sidewalk pour at south end of the project
> More Information on Iron Horse Trail Overcrossing
Job Opportunities with the City of San Ramon
The City of San Ramon is hiring! Current job opportunities include:
- Activity Manager / Assistant Activity Manager - Teen Centers
- Assistant Activity Manager - Sports
- Building Attendant I / II
- City / District Engineer – closes August 9 at 5 p.m. PST
- Engineering Inspector (Temp)
- Lifeguard I / II – New!
- Senior Lifeguard – New!
- Police Officer
- Recreation Therapy Intern
> More Information
Questions?
Call City Hall at (925) 973-2500 or email info@sanramon.ca.gov