News Releases All Archives Dec. 6, 2023 - Birsan Selected as Concord’s New Mayor, Obringer Named Vice Mayor At the Dec. 5 Concord City Council meeting, outgoing Mayor Laura Hoffmeister turned over the gavel to Vice Mayor Edi Birsan after he was selected by fellow councilmembers as the City’s mayor for 2024. Councilmember Carlyn Obringer was selected to serve as vice mayor. Dec. 4, 2023 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Representative on John Muir Community Health Fund The Concord City Council announced a recruitment to appoint a member of the public as a City of Concord representative on the John Muir Community Health Fund Board to fill one (1) opening for the remainder of a term ending Dec. 31, 2025; and setting a deadline of Friday, Dec. 29, 2023 for receipt of applications. Nov. 20, 2023 - Shop Concord Relaunches Gift Card Program The City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce have relaunched the popular Shop Concord e-gift card program to support the city’s small businesses by encouraging residents to shop locally over the Thanksgiving weekend and into the winter holiday season. Shop Concord helps local businesses increase their sales while also benefiting consumers and providing a boost to the local economy. Nov. 14, 2023 - Concord to Host Annual Tree Lighting & Mayor's Sing-Along Dec. 1 Concord's Annual Tree Lighting and Mayor's Sing-Along is back! The City will host this free family-favorite event on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Todos Santos Plaza. Oct. 26, 2023 - Recruitment for City’s Representative to Contra Costa Transportation Authority At its October 24, 2023 meeting, the Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the City of Concord’s representative on the Contra Costa Transportation Authority – Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to fill one (1) opening for a four-year term ending 2025; and setting a deadline of Friday, November 17, 2023, at 5 p.m. as the deadline for receipt of applications by the City Clerk. Oct. 10, 2023 - Concord to Conduct Nighttime Construction, Close Three Roadways Around City Between Oct. 15 and 20, the City of Concord will have construction crews performing nighttime roadwork in three parts of the city, resulting in roadway closures and detours between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Oct. 4, 2023 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Measure V Oversight Committee At its October 3, 2023 meeting, the Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the Measure V Oversight Committee to fill three (3) openings, consisting of two (2) Concord resident positions and one (1) position from either the business community or a Concord resident, for four-year terms ending December 31, 2027. Sept. 22, 2023 - City of Concord Granted $1 Million to Cultivate Urban Forest The City of Concord recently learned it was selected to receive a $1 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service to expand urban tree canopy cover and grow Concord’s urban forest through new plantings. Aug. 28, 2023 - Concord Hosts Emergency Preparedness Fair Sept. 7 The City of Concord is hosting an Emergency Preparedness Fair on Thursday, Sept. 7 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Todos Santos Plaza. Stop by to pick up useful information and free giveaways from local emergency service organizations. Aug. 26, 2023 - Concord Selects Brookfield Properties as Master Developer for Base The Concord City Council, sitting as the Local Reuse Authority (LRA), interviewed and designated Brookfield Properties as the preferred master developer for Concord’s Base Reuse Project. Aug. 9, 2023 - Recruitment for City’s Representative to Contra Costa Transportation Authority At its August 8, 2023 meeting, the Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the City of Concord’s representative on the Contra Costa Transportation Authority – Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) to fill one (1) opening for a four-year term ending 2025; and setting a deadline of Friday, September 8, 2023, at 5 p.m. as the deadline for receipt of applications by the City Clerk. July 12, 2023 - Applications Now Open for Concord Community Academy The City of Concord is accepting applications for the Fall 2023 session of the Concord Community Academy – a program designed for people who live, work or own a business in Concord to learn more about the City. Academy participants take part in discussions and activities with fellow community members, and meet elected officials and staff, to gain insight into how the city operates. July 10, 2023 - Concord Announces Final Round of Small Business Reimbursement Grant The City of Concord, in partnership with the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, is launching the second round of a $2 million grant program to help small businesses continue their recovery from the economic strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. June 20, 2023 - Concord City Council Votes to Become MCE's Newest On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, the Concord City Council voted unanimously to opt the City's facilities into MCE’s Deep Green 100% renewable energy service option. With this action, the City is expected to eliminate 2,729 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually, equivalent to taking 607 cars off the road. May 25, 2023 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Board of Appeals The Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the Board of Appeals to fill five (5) positions for four-year terms ending February 28, 2027, and two (2) alternate positions for four-year terms ending February 28, 2027; and setting a deadline of Friday, June 23, 2023, at 5 p.m. May 22, 2023 - Shop Concord Relaunches Gift Card Program for the Summer Holidays The City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce are relaunching the popular Shop Concord program to support the city’s small businesses by encouraging residents to shop locally over Memorial Day weekend and into the summer. May 15, 2023 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Planning Commission At its May 9, 2023 meeting, the Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the Planning Commission to fill one (1) unscheduled vacancy for a term ending February 28, 2025. May 3, 2023 - Recruitment for Additional Representatives to the Homeless Strategic Plan Working Gr On May 2, the Concord City Council amended the composition of the Homeless Strategic Plan Working Group to include one representative who is from, or who has experience working with, the LGBTQI+ community and one representative who is an active owner or manager of a business based in Concord, and opened a recruitment for the two positions. April 28, 2023 - Concord Introduces Youth Scholarship Program The City of Concord’s Recreation Services Department has launched a youth scholarship program to provide recreation opportunities for young residents. April 12, 2023 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Boards and Commissions At its April 11, 2023 meeting, the Concord City Council announced recruitments for openings on several City boards and commissions listed below. Applications are due to the City Clerk by Friday, May 12, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. April 10, 2023 - Concord Launches Pre-Approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Program The City of Concord has officially introduced its pre-approved Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) program to help people save time and money during the design, planning, and permitting process of building an ADU. March 16, 2023 - Concord Secures Nearly $8 Million in Transportation Grants The City of Concord received news this week that it has been awarded $7.9 million in grant funds from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to support a massive street lighting and safety improvement project. March 8, 2023 -- Council Allocates $7 Million in Federal Funding to Local Nonprofits At its March 7 meeting, the Concord City Council allocated $7 million in one-time federal funds to 22 local nonprofits serving the Concord community. The funds come from the overall $27 million that Concord received as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Feb. 15, 2023 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee At its February 14, 2023 meeting, the Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to fill two vacancies for a term ending February 28, 2027. Feb. 13, 2023 - Concord’s Updated Hazard Mitigation Plan Now Available for Public Review The City of Concord’s Office of Emergency Services and Community Development Department invite members of the community to review and comment on the public draft of the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan 2023 Update, beginning on Feb. 13. Jan. 28, 2023 - Concord City Council Votes to Reject Term Sheet, Allows Agreement to Expire At a continued special meeting this morning, the Concord City Council, sitting as the Local Reuse Authority, rejected the Concord First Partners, LLC (CFP) Term Sheet to develop the former Concord Naval Weapons Station and directed staff to let the Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with CFP expire on Jan. 31, 2023. Jan. 24, 2023 - Concord Preschools Host Feb. 11 Open House, Showcase Program Families with young children are invited to attend the City of Concord’s annual preschool open house on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon. Through the early learning program, offered at two locations, the City has been educating young children for more than 30 years. Jan. 23, 2023 - Concord Dog Parks to Close for Annual Maintenance The City of Concord’s two dog parks are scheduled to be closed for annual turf renovation and general maintenance. Dec. 14, 2022 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Homeless Strategic Plan Working Group At its December 13, 2022 meeting, the Concord City Council approved the formation of a Working Group for the Homeless Strategic Plan. The Working Group will assist the City as it begins developing its Homeless Strategic Plan in 2023 Dec. 14, 2022 - Concord Announces Recruitment for Boards and Commissions At its December 13, 2022 meeting, the Concord City Council announced recruitments for openings on several City boards and commissions listed below. Applications are due to the City Clerk by Friday, January 20, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Dec. 7, 2022 - Hoffmeister Selected as Concord’s New Mayor At the Dec. 6 Concord City Council meeting, outgoing Mayor Dominic Aliano turned over the gavel to Vice Mayor Laura Hoffmeister after she was selected by fellow councilmembers as the City’s mayor for 2023. Councilmember Edi Birsan was selected to serve as vice mayor for the year ahead. Nov. 21, 2022 - Shop Concord Relaunches Gift Card Program for the Winter Holidays The City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce have relaunched the popular Shop Concord e-gift card program to support the city’s small businesses by encouraging residents to shop locally over the Thanksgiving weekend and into the winter holiday season. Nov. 17, 2022 - Concord to Host Tree Lighting and Mayor’s Sing-Along Dec. 2 The City of Concord will host its annual Tree Lighting and Mayor’s Sing-Along on Friday, Dec. 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Todos Santos Plaza. Oct. 17, 2022 - Concord Announces Small Business Reimbursement Grant The City of Concord, in partnership with the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce, is launching a $2 million grant program to help small businesses continue their recovery from the economic strain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Sept. 30, 2022 - Concord Launches $7 Million Nonprofit Grant Program The City of Concord has launched a $7 million grant program for the purpose of partnering with local nonprofit organizations to help the community recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant application period opened on Sept. 30 and will run through Oct. 28 at 5 p.m. Sept. 12, 2022 - Contra Costa Cities Win Award for Behavioral Health Program At its statewide conference last week, the League of California Cities announced the winners of the prestigious Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in 2022. The award is given annually in 12 categories, with the partnership among all 19 cities and towns in Contra Costa County and Contra Costa Health (CCH) receiving the Award for Intergovernmental Collaboration for the Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime (A3) behavioral health crisis response initiative. Sept. 6, 2022 - Concord Welcomes New Assistant City Attorney Concord City Attorney Susanne Brown announced the hiring of Michelle Bethge as Assistant City Attorney, effective September 6, 2022. Since 2014, Ms. Bethge has served as an attorney for the California Department of Industrial Relations, most recently for Cal/OSHA. Aug. 25, 2022: Applicants Sought for Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District Grant Committee At its August 23, 2022 meeting, the Concord City Council announced a recruitment for the Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District Grant Committee to fill three unscheduled vacancies. The grants committee is an integral part of the decision-making process in funding community programs. July 22, 2022 - Concord Releases Annual Progress Reports on Local Hazard Mitigation Plan... Since 2007, the City of Concord has participated in the Community Rating System (CRS), which is part of the National Flood Insurance Program, regulated under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). By participating in the CRS, Concord is designated as a class level, which earns a percent discount for all flood insurance policyholders within the City. July 12, 2022 - Concord to Hold By-District Election on November 8 Nomination papers for seats on the Concord City Council in Districts 1, 3, and 5 and City Treasurer will be available by appointment starting Monday, July 18. To be eligible to run for City Council, a candidate must be a resident of Concord and a registered voter in the District of the office sought at the time nomination papers are issued. The Treasurer is an at-large position, and a candidate must be a resident of Concord and a registered voter at the time nomination papers are issued. June 21, 2022 - Concord Seeks Applicants for Planning Commission At its June 28 meeting, the Concord City Council will announce the recruitment to fill an unscheduled vacancy on the Concord Planning Commission. The Planning Commission is seeking one member to fill the reminder of a term ending February 28, 2023. May 25, 2022 - Shop Concord 5.0 Relaunches Gift Card Program The City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce are relaunching the popular Shop Concord program to support the city’s small businesses by encouraging residents to shop locally over Memorial Day weekend and throughout this summer season. The Shop Concord program will help increase sales for local businesses while also benefiting consumers and providing a boost to the local economy. March 14, 2022 - Concord Seeks Community Input on Future Housing Needs The City is hosting its second installment of town hall meetings, one in-person/outdoors and one virtual, to inform, discuss, and seek feedback from the community on the City’s housing needs and potential future programs to include in the Housing Element. Feb. 10, 2022 - Concord Appoints New Director of Community Development Concord City Manager Valerie Barone has announced the promotion of Kevin Marstall to the position of Director of Community Development, overseeing the City’s Building, Engineering, Housing and Planning divisions. Feb. 7, 2022 - Concord Seeks Applicants for Design Review Board At its Feb. 1, 2022 meeting, the Concord City Council announced an opening on Concord's Design Review Board, and the City is now seeking a design professional to fill an unscheduled vacancy for a term ending Feb. 28, 2025. Jan. 31, 2022 - Concord Recruiting for Community Health Fund Board Member At its Jan. 25 meeting, the Concord City Council sitting as the Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District announced a recruitment for an opening on the John Muir Community Health Fund Board. Jan. 24, 2022 - Concord Hires Senior Assistant City Attorney to Guide Land Use Projects Concord City Attorney Susanne Brown announced the hiring of Thomas Capriola as Senior Assistant City Attorney, effective Jan. 24, 2022. Dec. 29, 2021 - Concord Continues Redistricting Process The City of Concord will continue its redistricting process at a public hearing on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022 at 7 p.m., when the City Council will receive an update... Dec. 8, 2021 - Concord Hires New Public Works Director Concord City Manager Valerie Barone announced today that William “Will” Tarbox has been hired to serve as the City’s Public Works Director. His first day will be December 13. Dec. 7, 2021 - Aliano Selected as Concord’s New Mayor At the Dec. 7 Concord City Council meeting, outgoing Mayor Tim McGallian turned over the gavel to Vice Mayor Dominic Aliano after he was selected by fellow councilmembers as the City’s mayor for 2022. Nov. 12, 2021 - Concord to Host Annual Tree Lighting, Mayor’s Sing-Along Dec. 3 Concord’s Annual Tree Lighting and Mayor's Sing-Along is back! The City will host this family-favorite event on Friday, Dec. 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Todos Santos Plaza. Oct. 29, 2021 - Concord Kicks Off Redistricting Process The City of Concord will officially kick off its redistricting process at a public hearing on Tuesday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m., when the City Council will receive a presentation about how the process works and how Concord’s population has changed over the last 10 years. Oct. 27, 2021 - Council Selects Master Developer for Base Reuse Project 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. Aug. 16, 2021 - City, County Partner to Provide Free Vaccines Through Mobile Clinic The City of Concord has partnered with Contra Costa Health Services and Brenden Theatres to bring an on-site COVID-19 vaccination service to Todos Santos Plaza on Thursday, August 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. during the City’s Music & Market concert series. Everyone who receives their vaccination at the mobile clinic on August 19 will also be given one free movie ticket courtesy of Brenden Theatres. July 30, 2021 - Concord Releases Annual Progress Reports The City has completed its annual review of the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) and the Repetitive Loss Properties Report. July 9, 2021 - Concord’s Fireworks Reporting App Reduces Calls to 911, Deters Illegal Use The City of Concord’s Police Department deployed a successful new strategy this summer to help decrease fireworks-related calls to 911, improve response times to community reports of illegal fireworks use, and deter fireworks usage overall. July 7, 2021 - Concord Names Justin Ezell as Assistant City Manager Concord’s Public Works Director Justin Ezell has been named the new Assistant City Manager for the City of Concord, the largest city in Contra Costa County. In his new role, Ezell will assist City Manager Valerie Barone in leading the organization as a whole, and he will specifically oversee three departments, including the City Manager’s Office, Parks and Recreation, and Information Technology. July 2, 2021 - Music & Market Returns July 15 to Todos Santos Plaza The City of Concord has announced that its popular concert series, Music & Market, will return this summer to Todos Santos Plaza on Thursday, July 15. Music & Market is a Concord tradition enjoyed by thousands of people each summer who come from all over the East Bay to experience live music by local bands and pick up farm-fresh produce at the farmers’ market. June 30, 2021 - Shop Concord Launches Third Iteration of Local Gift Card Initiative The City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce are relaunching the highly successful Shop Concord program to support the city’s small businesses by encouraging residents to shop locally over July 4th weekend and throughout this summer season. The Shop Concord program will help increase sales for local businesses that have experienced setbacks during the pandemic while also benefiting consumers and providing a boost to the local economy. June 15, 2021 - Additional Boards, Commissions Recruitments Extended Applications were not received by all incumbents for the Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District Grant Committee and the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission, so the recruitment is extended by five days to June 18, 2021. Applications are due to the City Clerk by Friday, June 18, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. June 14, 2021 - Recruitments for Boards, Commissions Extended Per Policy and Procedure No. 89, applications were not received by incumbents for the Community Services Commission and Central Contra Costa Transit Authority (CCCTA) Advisory Committee, so the recruitment is extended by five days to June 18, 2021. Applications are due to the City Clerk by Friday, June 18, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. May 26, 2021 - Shop Concord Relaunches Gift Card Program for the Summer Season On May 26, the City of Concord and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce will announce the relaunch of the Shop Concord program to support the city’s small businesses by encouraging residents to shop locally over Memorial Day weekend and throughout this summer season. The Shop Concord program will help increase sales for local businesses that have experienced significant setbacks during the pandemic... May 19, 2021 - Concord Raises $114 Million for Citywide Roadway Projects The Concord City Council has raised $114.3 million to pay for citywide capital improvement projects, primarily focused on addressing backlogged roadway maintenance and repair needs in the City. May 12, 2021 - Concord Seeks Applicants for City Boards and Commissions At its May 11 meeting, the Concord City Council announced recruitments for openings on several City boards and commissions. Applications are due to the City Clerk by Friday, June 11, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. April 1, 2021 - Concord Offers $1 Million in Rent Relief Funding for Small Businesses The Concord City Council has approved $1 million in funding to create a commercial rent relief program for local businesses. The Measure V Commercial Rent Relief Program will provide one-time grants of $10,000 to local small businesses that have experienced considerable financial challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. March 11, 2021 - Concord Mourns the Loss of Former Councilmember Dan Helix The City of Concord mourns the loss of retired U.S. Army Major General Daniel C. Helix, who served as a Concord Councilmember for 15 years between 1968 and 2016. Jan 7. 2021 - Recruitment for Boards, Commissions and Committees The Concord City Council announced the multiple openings of recruitments for the committees, boards and commissions. Dec. 11, 2020 - Concord Gamers: Time to Get Your Game On Unusual times call for innovative recreation programming! Whether you’re brand new to eSports or an experienced gamer, there’s a spot for you in the City of Concord Parks & Recreation Department’s brand new eSports program, launching this month! Dec. 9, 2020 - Concord City Council Certifies Election Results The Concord City Council on Tuesday voted to certify the results of the Nov. 5, 2020 general election. During the annual transition meeting, the Council typically rotates the Vice Mayor into the Mayor’s role and selects a new Vice Mayor. This year, instead of rotating these roles, the Council approved Vice Mayor Dominic Aliano’s motion to retain Tim McGallian as Mayor for the year ahead. Sept. 30, 2020 - Concord to Reopen Playgrounds Oct. 1 Under the new State guidelines announced this week, the City of Concord will be reopening its 19 playgrounds on Thursday, Oct. 1. Public Works staff is inspecting and preparing all playgrounds today, and installing new signage indicating usage rules designed to keep people safe from the spread of COVID-19. Aug. 5, 2020 - City Offers Grant Funding for Concord's Small Businesses The City of Concord has created its own Small Business Grant Program, which will provide $5,000 grants through CARES Act funding for 130 local small businesses that have experienced a negative financial impact from the global pandemic. Aug. 4, 2020 - Census 2020 Caravan to Parade Through Concord’s Monument Corridor The City of Concord is collaborating with the Contra Costa Census Office to bring the Census directly to the Monument Corridor neighborhood with a special Census 2020 Caravan on August 6. July 29, 2020 - City Council Places Measure Q Extension on November Ballot The Concord City Council voted unanimously (5-0) to place a local revenue extension measure for voter consideration on the November 2020 ballot. If enacted by voters, the measure would extend the City’s existing, voter-approved Measure Q local funding at a one-cent rate to maintain fiscal stability and continue addressing priorities identified by the public. July 27, 2020 - Concord Releases Annual Progress Reports The City has completed its annual review of the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) and the Repetitive Loss Properties Report. June 19, 2020 - Joint Fuel Reduction Project Reduces Fire Danger in Northeast Concord The City of Concord and Contra Costa County Fire Protection District today announced a fuel reduction project on the northeast side of the City in the area bordered by Lincoln Drive and Bailey Road. The program is designed to improve wildfire safety for residents in the Bishop Estates and Dana Estates neighborhoods of the City. June 12, 2020 - City Ordinance Eases Restrictions on Local Businesses The Concord City Council on Tuesday night adopted an urgency ordinance approving the Concord Forward Action Plan, which authorizes the temporary suspension of certain municipal codes and temporarily waives some fees in an effort to support local businesses that have been impacted by the months-long shelter-in-place order. May 4, 2020 - Summer Concert Series Cancelled The City of Concord announced today that it has canceled its popular summer concert series, Music & Market and Tuesday Night Blues. April 27, 2020 - Concord Provides Dynamic Resources for Local Businesses Amid the COVID-19 pandemic and its historic economic disruption, the City of Concord has implemented a variety of new programs and resources to help sustain and support local businesses. April 10, 2020 - Concord Urges Residents to Use Parks Responsibly As springtime temperatures begin to rise and people are eager to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, Concord officials are reminding residents to follow local health orders requiring social distancing of at least six feet. March 26, 2020 - Concord City Council Takes Steps to Protect the Vulnerable The Concord City Council on Wednesday voted unanimously to enact a temporary moratorium on evictions and rent increases, for both residential and commercial properties, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. March 25, 2020 - Concord City Council Declines to Extend Agreement with Lennar The Concord City Council on Tuesday met via video conference to discuss its response to a letter it received in January from Lennar Concord, LLC, the master developer of the former Concord Naval Weapons Station. March 24, 2020 - Concord Announces Mark Bustillos as Chief of Police Concord City Manager Valerie Barone today announced that she has hired Mark Bustillos to serve as the City’s next Chief of Police. Bustillos, who will be sworn in on Monday, April 6, will replace retiring Chief Guy Swanger. March 23, 2020 - Concord Introduces Food Program to Support Home-Bound Seniors The City of Concord recently announced a new program called the "Senior Emergency Food & Helping Hand Program" in an effort to support Concord residents who are home-bound seniors over the age of 60 with food insecurities.  March 20, 2020 - City Council Takes Steps to Protect Residents Affected by COVID-19 Pandemic At a March 19 special meeting to address the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Concord City Council voted 5-0 to authorize funding to support those most at risk – seniors, unhoused and low-income residents. The Council also agreed on a moratorium on evictions for residential and commercial tenants. March 20, 2020 - Resources for Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 The City of Concord understands that the COVID-19 shelter-in-place order may present financial challenges for local businesses. To help mitigate these challenges, the City has created the COVID-19 Business Resources page, which highlights a variety of resources that businesses can pursue during this difficult time. February 5, 2020 - Contra Costa Census 2020 Training Workshops Contra Costa County’s Census 2020 Complete Count Steering Committee is hosting a series of Regional Census Training Workshops to share information about the importance of the Census, outreach resources and tools, and how to help our community members complete the Census form. Concord will be hosting one of these workshops on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. at the Willow Pass Community Center. February 3, 2020 - Applications Now Open for Concord Community Institute The City of Concord has opened its application portal for the Spring 2020 session of the Concord Community Institute – an opportunity for people who live, work or own a business in Concord to learn more about the City. January 24, 2020 - Concord Dog Parks to Close for Annual Maintenance The City of Concord’s two dog parks are scheduled to be closed for annual turf renovation and general maintenance. Dec. 4, 2019 - McGallian Selected as Concord’s New Mayor, Aliano Named Vice Mayor At the Tuesday, Dec. 3 Concord City Council meeting, outgoing Mayor Carlyn Obringer turned over the gavel to Vice Mayor Tim McGallian after he was selected by fellow councilmembers as the City’s mayor for 2020. Councilmember Dominic Aliano was selected to serve as vice mayor for the year ahead. McGallian, Aliano and Councilmembers Birsan and Hoffmeister thanked Obringer for her service as mayor. November 26, 2019 - Concord Welcomes Holiday Season at Todos Santos Plaza Dec. 7 Join the City of Concord in welcoming the holiday season on Saturday, December 7 in Todos Santos Plaza with a number of traditional festivities including an official tree-lighting, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Mayor’s sing-along and a special visit from Santa. November 25, 2019 - Concord Launches Survey to Seek Community Input on Next Chief of Police The City of Concord is asking the community for input about what characteristics the next Chief of Police should bring to the job. To gather the information, the City has launched a survey. November 13, 2019 - Concord Recruiting for John Muir/Mt. Diablo Community Health Fund Board At its November 12 meeting, the Concord City Council announced the opening of a recruitment for the John Muir/Mt. Diablo Community Health Fund Board. The John Muir/Mt. Diablo Community Health Fund Board is seeking one member to fill an opening with a term ending December 31, 2022. November 7, 2019 - City of Concord Recruiting Candidates for Measure Q Oversight Committee At its November 5 meeting, the Concord City Council announced the recruitment of three positions on the City’s Measure Q Oversight Committee to serve four-year terms ending December 31, 2023. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 3, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. October 29, 2019 - Veterans Day Ceremony and Softball Tournament Set for Nov. 11 This Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, the County Veterans Services Office, in partnership with the City of Concord, will be hosting its 7th Annual Veterans Day Invitational Softball Tournament at Willow Pass Park. Prior to the tournament, the Veterans Day Ceremony will begin at 11 a.m., organized by VFW Post 1525 in partnership with the City’s Parks & Recreation and Public Works departments. October 28, 2019 - Be a Santa to a Senior Program Spreads Holiday Cheer Share the holiday spirit with the City of Concord and take part in the 2019 Be A Santa to a Senior, a service program providing cheer and gifts to local senior citizens who are least likely to receive a present this holiday season. Sept. 30, 2019 - City Announces Gregory Taylor as New IT Director The City of Concord has announced the hiring of Gregory Taylor as the City’s new Information Technology Director. Previously, Mr. Taylor served as the IT Director for the City of Vallejo, where he oversaw city-wide technology services, including its police and water departments. Sept. 17, 2019 - Community Invited to Discuss City's Budget Challenges, Provide Input Concord residents and members of the business community are invited to participate in one of three scheduled Community Conversations to learn about what the City has done to address its immediate budget challenges and what can be done to maintain the local quality of life. Sept. 11, 2019 - Dispatch Center Now Accepts Text-to-911 Messages as Alternative Beginning on September 16, the Concord Police Department's emergency dispatchers will be able to receive text messages in situations where the caller is unable to speak aloud. August 13, 2019 - Concord Salutes 50th Anniversary of Woodstock The City of Concord presents a three-day Woodstock celebration in downtown Concord on August 15, 16, and 17 with tributes to Santana, Jefferson Airplane and Jimi Hendrix. July 26, 2019 - Concord Delegation to Visit Sister City in Kitakami, Japan The City of Concord is proud to partner with the Concord Ambassadors to celebrate 45 years as Sister Cities with Kitakami, Japan. This year, the Concord Ambassadors will host a 12-day trip to Japan, and there are still spots available for the tour. June 20, 2019 - Concord Seeks Community Input on Possible Commercial Cannabis Regulations To solicit feedback about potential commercial cannabis regulations, the City of Concord recently issued a 10-question survey designed for the Concord community. May 20, 2019 - Complimentary Energy Assessments Available The City of Concord is proud to partner with Rising Sun Center for Opportunity to help Concord residents conserve resources, address economic inequality, and foster a sustainable world by working to address the triple bottom line - people, planet, and pathways. Local nonprofit Rising Sun does this by providing “earn-and-learn” opportunities for local youth ages 15-22 who provide no-cost Green House Calls to single-family residences throughout the community. May 15, 2019 - City of Concord Addresses Affordable Housing The Concord City Council and City staff continue to take measures to support the construction and protection of affordable housing in Concord April 15, 2019 - Concord Launches New City Website to Improve User Experience The City of Concord has rolled out a new website that is more streamlined and designed to help users find what they need quickly and easily. While the website address remains the same – www.cityofconcord.org – the look has been refreshed and the organization of information and tools has been designed for maximum efficiency. April 6, 2019 - Concord’s Complete Streets Feasibility Study Seeks Community Feedback The City of Concord’s Transportation Division is seeking community input on the first phase of its Complete Streets Feasibility Study. April 3, 2019 - Concord Senior Center Showcases Classes and Activities The community is invited to the Concord Senior Center (2727 Parkside Circle) to try out classes and activities on April 29, 30, and May 2. Admission is free as the event is sponsored by the Concord Parks & Recreation Department and the Concord Senior Citizen’s Club. Participants will be able to experience hula, line dance, yoga, tai chi chih, pocket sketch, sewing, mixed media, pinochle, pedro, billiards and other activities. April 2, 2019 - City Seeks Applicants for Open Seats on Concord Boards and Commissions The Concord City Council has announced the opening of recruitments for the Commission on Aging, Community Services Commission, Concord/Pleasant Hill Health Care District Grant Committee, and the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission. The deadline for applications to be received by the City Clerk's Office is Friday, April 26, 2019, at 5 p.m. March 29, 2019 - Concord Mayor to Host Charity Golf Tournament May 3 Mayor Carlyn Obringer will host the 35th annual Concord Mayor’s Cup Golf Classic Tournament on Friday, May 3 at Diablo Creek Golf Course. Proceeds benefit the First Tee Contra Costa Youth Golf Program and Concord Ambassadors. March 19, 2019 - Concord Community Pool Reopens Following Replastering Project Grab your bathing suit, towel and goggles – the Concord Community Pool (3501 Cowell Road) is now open! Thanks to a recent replastering project, which was completed in March – a month ahead of schedule – and a pool deck renovation that was done in spring of 2018, Concord swimmers have their pool back and it’s better than ever! February 27, 2019 - Live Strong Health Expo Coming to Concord Senior Center March 1 February 19, 2019 - City Council Appoints New Planning Commissioner, Reappoints Two Incumbents February 10, 2019 - Concord Invites Residents to Provide Input on Future Tournament Sports Complex February 9, 2019 - Concord Mayor Obringer's State of the City Address Available Online February 8, 2019 - Shops at Todos Santos Drive New Investment and Businesses to Downtown Concord February 7, 2019 - Applications Now Open for Spring 2019 Concord Community Institute February 4, 2019 - Concord Pavilion Announces Florence + The Machine Concert Date, Resident Presale December 18, 2018 - City Seeks Applicants for Open Seats on Concord Boards and Commissions (PDF) December 12, 2018 - Protect Yourself from Scams, Cons and Frauds (PDF) December 12, 2018 - Get Crafty this Winter Fun Classes Offered Through Concord Senior Center (PDF) November 14, 2018 - Downtown Concord Lights Up the Holidays at Todos Santos Plaza December 1 (PDF) November 14, 2018 - Concord Senior Center Hosts Holiday Gift and Craft Fair (PDF) November 7, 2018 - Concord Veterans Day Ceremony and November Office Closures (PDF) November 6, 2018 - Community Clean-Up Day is November 10 (PDF) October 23, 2018 - Concord Police Department Receives Traffic Education and Enforcement Grant (PDF) October 10, 2018 - Concord Voters to Participate in Citys First By-District Elections (PDF) October 9, 2018 - Workshop Helps Residents with Solar Installations and 0-Emission Vehicles (PDF) October 8, 2018 - Scheduled Lane Closures on Concord Blvd. to Begin October 9 (PDF) October 3, 2018 - Concord to Lose 3 Million Dollars Annually if SB 1 Gas Tax is Repealed (PDF) September 26, 2018 - Concord Kicks-Off Campaign to Ban the Foam (PDF) September 12, 2018 - New Police Department Online Services Available to the Community (PDF) September 10, 2018 - Concord City Council Establishes Blue Ribbon Committee for Campus District Visi September 5, 2018 - Citys Tree Champion Honored with Helix Award of Excellence (PDF) August 31, 2018 - Concord Offices Closed for Labor Day, Community Pool and Spray Park Open (PDF) August 20, 2018 - Hawaiian Fusion Dinner and Show to Benefit Local Seniors (PDF) July 30, 2018 - Applications Now Open for Fall Concord Community Institute (PDF) July 5, 2018 - Candidate Nomination Papers Available July 16 (PDF) July 2, 2018 - Concord Celebrates 150th Anniversary of Todos Santos (PDF) June 22, 2018 - Statement on Potential Detention Center at Concord Naval Weapons Station (PDF)

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