Monthly Archives: October 2021

Sunday Reading – 10/31/2021

Posted on October 31, 2021 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. California Cities With the Most UFO Sightings – Over … Continue reading →

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Concord City Council Selects Master Developer for Base Reuse Project

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Kevin

The Concord City Council sitting as the Local Reuse Authority approved the Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Concord First Partners, LLC, making them the new master developer for Concord’s Base Reuse Project. In a unanimous vote just after midnight on Oct. 27, … Continue reading →

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Great California Delta Trail Draft Master Plan – Coming Soon!

Posted on October 28, 2021 by Kevin

Release date: November 18 The draft Master Plan for the Great California Delta Trail will be released for public comment on November 18! The Master Plan proposes ways to link trail systems from Sacramento to the San Francisco Bay – and … Continue reading →

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These California area codes now require 10-digit dialing – Why the change?

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Kevin

In California, as of Sunday, October 24, the following area codes will change to 10-digit numbering: 209: Stockton, Modesto and its surroundings 530: Northern California regions including the Sacramento Valley, Shasta Cascade, and northern Sierra Nevada 562: Long Beach and … Continue reading →

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Halloween Facts Infographic: Spooky Stats for 2021

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Kevin

It’s the spookiest time of the year, when superstition runs rampant and treats always come with the potential for a trick. But like with anything else, the more you know about Halloween, the less scary it seems. Did you know, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reading – 10/24/2021

Posted on October 24, 2021 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. Less product, same price: ‘Shrinkflation” hits US shoppers – … Continue reading →

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Update 10/20/21 – Marsh Creek Trail Closure

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Kevin

Closure of the Marsh Creek trail adjacent to the Dutch Slough restoration project was originally anticipated to last from early October through early November. However, due to national steel and staffing shortages, the Marsh Creek trail will be closed for … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reading – 10/17/2021

Posted on October 17, 2021 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. America Is Running Out of Everything – The U.S. … Continue reading →

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State Senate declares October as California Farmer and Farmworker Month

Posted on October 16, 2021 by Kevin

The Senate passed a resolution recognizing October as California Farmer and Farmworker Month in perpetuity, calling on all Californians and visitors to urgently support those who’ve worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic to protect our food supply—which is still at risk—by … Continue reading →

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Contra Costa to Lift Masking Requirements in Some Indoor Settings on Nov. 1

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Kevin

With COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations declining, Contra Costa County will lift masking requirements in certain indoor settings where everyone is fully vaccinated on Nov. 1. Eligible settings include controlled spaces not open to the general public, such as: Offices Gyms … Continue reading →

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California is the 3rd Safest State During COVID-19 – WalletHub Study

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Kevin

With around 57% of the population fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and vaccination being essential for getting the economy back on track, WalletHub today released updated rankings for the Safest States During COVID-19, along with accompanying videos and audio files. In order to … Continue reading →

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‘Dry scooping’ challenge turns pre-workout powder into a dangerous TikTok trend

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Kevin

From Tide PODS to planking, the internet has certainly seen its fair share of “challenges” over the past decade or so. Now, a new study is ringing the alarm bell about a troubling new online trend involving powdered pre-workout beverages. … Continue reading →

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New Laws Headed Your Way

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Kevin

from CalMatters You’d be forgiven for not knowing Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed the largest expansion of California’s college financial aid system in a generation — he did so during the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Francisco Giants’ first playoff game … Continue reading →

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California Ranks Among the Top 10 States with Bullying Problems – WalletHub Study

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Kevin

With schools returning to in-person learning this fall and a child experiencing bullying every seven minutes, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2021’s States with the Biggest Bullying Problems, as well as accompanying videos. To identify the states where … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reading – 10/10/2021

Posted on October 10, 2021 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. Cargo ships anchored off LA face 4-WEEK wait to … Continue reading →

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Contra Costa Establishes Criteria for Lifting Indoor Masking Order

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Kevin

Contra Costa County Health Officer Dr. Chris Farnitano today announced the criteria that will be used to lift the current indoor-masking order in our county: The county reaches the CDC’s moderate (yellow) COVID-19 transmission tier and remains there for at least three … Continue reading →

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Update – 10/06/21 Dutch Slough Restoration

Posted on October 6, 2021 by Kevin

The Dutch Slough Tidal Marsh Restoration Project is the first major tidal wetlands restoration site in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta to be implemented by DWR. The project will transform 1,187 acres of land into tidal marsh to provide habitat for … Continue reading →

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Waterfowl Hunting begins October 23

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Kevin

Those quiet weekend mornings are about to be interrupted with the sounds of shotguns. For many who are new to Oakley you can expect to hear the blasts shortly after the sun rises every morning but especially on the weekends. … Continue reading →

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Marsh Creek Regional Trail Closure – starting October 11

Posted on October 4, 2021 by Kevin

As part of the Dutch Slough Restoration project Marsh Creek will be rerouted through the project. Two new pedestrian bridges will be placed on Emerson parcel, one on each end of the new Marsh Creek alignment.  Preparation of the Marsh … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reading – 10/03/2021

Posted on October 3, 2021 by Kevin

The following links are just news items and opinions that pass my desk throughout the week. I don’t necessarily support or advocate any of the items, they are just interesting reads. What if they opened the office and nobody came? … Continue reading →

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