We invite you to apply to join a Resilient Shoreline Community Advisory Cohort: tinyurl.com/CCC-CohortApplic…! Share your lived experience, learn more about shoreline challenges & adaptation strategies & collaborate with community members, local leaders & technical experts.
ALT Group of people stand in the San Francisco Bay looking at oyster reef balls. Text reads, "Join a Resilient Shoreline Community Advisory Cohort! Apply by June 30th, 2026! Contra Costa County Resilient Shoreline Plan. Work together to shape our future shoreline."
¡Te invitamos a que te inscribas para formar parte de un grupo comunitario de consulta sobre costas resilientes: tinyurl.com/CCC-solicituddeG…! Comparte tu experiencia vivida. Aprende más sobre los retos a los que se enfrenta la costa y las estrategias de adaptación.
ALT Group of people stand in the San Francisco Bay looking at oyster reef balls. Text reads, "Join a Resilient Shoreline Community Advisory Cohort! Apply by June 30th, 2026! Contra Costa County Resilient Shoreline Plan. Work together to shape our future shoreline."
Applications for the Contra Costa County Fish & Wildlife Committee's Fish & Wildlife Propagation Fund are due July 27, 2026. Non-profit organizations, schools & government agencies are encouraged to apply. Visit contracosta.ca.gov/grantto learn more.
ALT Two oak trees with birds sitting in the trees and a squirrel and badger beneath the trees. Text reads, “Contra Costa County Fish & Wildlife Committee. Contra Costa County Fish & Wildlife Propagation Fund Proposals accepted now through Monday, July 27, 2026.”
Happy #WildlifeWednesday! The critters using the culverts & wildlife crossings under Kirker Pass Rd struck a pose for the wildlife movement monitoring cameras. The East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy & @EBRPD are studying how wildlife use the crossings. 📷:Nomad Ecology
Check out @511ccta’s Summer Bike Challenge: a no-cost & non-competitive bike program for people of all ages. Each Contra Costa city has its own gameboard filled with bikeable destinations. Ride to each location & cross off the squares as you go like bingo! 511.ccta.ca.gov/sbc
ALT Three people smiling and wearing bike helmets. 511 CCTA logo. Text reads, "2026 Summer Bike Challenge. Explore your town from the seat of a bike! Free! Fun prizes. Noncompetitive, all ages, bike at your own pace June-August. Join the fun! Download your free gameboard at 511.ccta.ca.gov/sbc."
Our Sustainability Team is looking for a dedicated Climate Action & Communications Fellow to help implement the County's climate & sustainability goals! Learn more about the 2026-27 Sustainability Service Corps fellowship opportunity & apply at sustainabilityservicecorps.o…
ALT Sustainability Service Corps recruitment graphic with the Bay Area Community Resources logo and Americorps California logo. Text reads, "We're hiring! 27 fellowship positions in climate and sustainability. Sustainability Service Corps fellowship details: Serve 1,700 hours from September 2026 to July 2027; Receive a $3,159.63 monthly stipend, a $10,000 Education Award (upon completion), and Health Benefits; Gain real-world experience working with climate action leaders and develop community partnerships; Receive mentorship and professional development, and be a part of a community dedicated to climate justice; Empower climate-ready communities to build sustainable, healthy, and just futures for people and the planet. Learn more and apply: sustainabilityservicecorps.org"
.@CCCounty sacó sus bicicletas, infló las llantas, se puso los cascos y dejó los carros en el garaje. 🚲
¡Aún no es tarde! Los Días de Ir en Bicicleta a Donde Sea se celebran durante todo mayo. Más información: contracosta.ca.gov/9750/Reba…
ALT El personal del condado Teresa Datar, Jody London y Joe Lawlor celebraron el Día de Ir al Trabajo en Bicicleta el 14 de mayo de 2026, yendo en bicicleta al trabajo y promoviendo opciones de transporte saludables y sostenibles.
ALT Empleados de todo el condado participaron en el Día de Ir al Trabajo en Bicicleta el 14 de mayo de 2026, desplazándose en bicicleta para destacar el transporte saludable y respetuoso con el medio ambiente.
ALT En reconocimiento del Bike to Work Day el 14 de mayo de 2026, el personal del condado acudió al trabajo en bicicleta para promover la salud, la sostenibilidad y el uso de medios de transporte alternativos.
.@CCCounty pulled out their bikes, pumped up the tires, strapped on their helmets, and left their cars in the garage! It’s not too late — Bike to Wherever Days runs throughout May. More information: contracosta.ca.gov/9750/Reba…
ALT County staff Teresa Datar, Jody London, and Joe Lawlor celebrated Bike to Work Day on May 14, 2026, by biking to work and promoting healthy, sustainable transportation options.
ALT Employees across the County joined Bike to Work Day on May 14, 2026, commuting by bicycle to highlight healthy and eco-conscious transportation.
ALT In recognition of Bike to Work Day on May 14, 2026, County staff rode bicycles to work to promote health, sustainability, and alternative transportation.
Please join us next week for the first "Taking your Business to the Next Level" Resource Workshop! Contra Costa County Economic Development & partners will connect local business owners with access to underutilized business resources at no cost. Register: bit.ly/contra_costa_biz
ALT Text reads, "Taking Your Business to the Next Level. Calling all small businesses in East Contra Costa! This workshop will connect local small business owners to the underutilized business resources available to you at no cost. May 21, 2026, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Brentwood Community Center, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA. Learn about: Funding opportunities and capital access, Employer tax credits, Business management tools and training, Contracting with government agencies, Human resources hotline, Recruitment assistance, Customized workforce training, Startup and entrepreneurial support, Marketing resources, and more! Partners include: City of Antioch, City of Brentwood, City of Pittsburg, City of Oakley, Small Business Administration California Office of the Small Business Advocate, Contra Costa Workforce Development Board, East Bay Small Business Development Center. Register at: https://bit.ly/contra_costa_biz. For more info contact: george.carter@dcd.cccounty.us"
We're partnering with
@RisingSunOpp & @BayREN_Official to offer summer Green House Calls. During a Green House Call, trained local youth Energy Specialists visit your home to install energy & water saving devices at no-cost. Sign up for an appointment: risingsun.tfaforms.net/f/GHC
ALT Person smiling while installing new LED lightbulb to outside light fixture. Text reads, "Looking to save money on your energy and water bills? Sign up to receive a no-cost Green House Call today. Scan the QR code, call (510) 665-1501 ext 300, or visit risingsun.tfaforms.net/f/GHC"
ALT Text reads, "The following will be provided at no cost to you: single-burner induction cooktop, smart power strip, home energy and water efficiency assessment, energy-efficient LED light bulbs, high-efficiency faucet aerators and shower-head, foam weather tape, energy savings tips booklet." Rising Sun Center for Opportunity logo and Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) logo at bottom of graphic. Footnote at the very bottom of the graphic reads, "California consumers are not obligated to purchase any full fee service or other service not funded by this Program. The Program is funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)."
Contra Costa County Dust off your bike, pump up those tires, and swap four wheels for two! 🚲✨ May is National Bike Month — the perfect time to leave the car in the garage and enjoy the ride.
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Mark your calendar for Bike to Work/Wherever Day on May 14! @511ccta's Bike to Wherever Day webpage is your one stop shop for Energizer Station locations on May 14 & finding the best route with 511 CCTA's Bike Mapper. Learn more at 511cc.org/btwd
ALT Two people wearing bike helmets stand smiling and holding a frame on Bike to Work Day 2025. Central text reads, "Bay Area Bike to Wherever Days 2026. Thursday, May 14 Bike to Work." 511 CCTA logo.
Funding proposals for the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy Science & Research Grant Program are due on August 3, 2026 at 5 pm! More details about the program, how to apply, & submittal requirements are provided at cocohcp.org/263/Research
ALT Rolling green hills with pink flowers in the foreground and trees in the distance.
We're partnering with @RisingSunOpp to offer no-cost Green House Calls! During a Green House Call, trained young adult Energy Specialists visit your home to install energy & water-saving devices. Appointments are available from 6/23-7/31. Sign up at risingsun.tfaforms.net/f/GHC
Contra Costa County wants your opinion on how to improve safety for families walking & biking to Rodeo Hills Elementary School. Please complete the Traffic Safety Survey online by May 30. surveymonkey.com/r/rodeohill…
ALT Three kids commuting to school. Text reads, "Rodeo Hills Elementary School Traffic Safety Survey. surveymonkey.com/r/rodeohillssurvey. Contra Costa County wants your feedback on how to enhance safety for families walking, bicycling, and traveling to Rodeo Hills Elementary School and through the neighborhood. Take the survey today!"
Queremos conocer su opinión sobre cómo mejorar la seguridad de las familias que van a la escuela a pie o en bicicleta. Completen la Encuesta de Seguridad Vial de la Escuela Primaria Rodeo Hills antes del 30 de mayo. es.surveymonkey.com/r/rodeoh…
ALT Tres niños caminando a la escuela. El texto dice: Encuesta de Seguridad Vial de la Escuela Primaria Rodeo Hills. es.surveymonkey.com/r/rodeohillsencuesta. El Condado de Contra Costa quiere conocer su opinión sobre cómo mejorar la seguridad de las familias que caminan, andan en bicileta y se despiazan hacia la Escuela Primaria Rodeo Hills y por el vecindario. ¡Completa la encuesta hoy!
🌎 Happy #EarthDay! Here are 5 ideas for how you can celebrate:
1. Check out an Earth Month event near you.
2. Sign up for the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge.
3. Attend a composting workshop.
4. Bookmark the RE:Source website.
5. Plan for Bike to Wherever Day (5/14).
ALT Vegetation and walking path in front of Big Break Visitor Center building with Mount Diablo in the background. Text reads, “Celebrate Earth Day in Contra Costa County, April 22, 2026”.
ALT Grass and clouds. Text reads, “5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day in Contra Costa County. 1. Check out an Earth Month event near you. The spring 2026 edition of the Sustainability in Contra Costa County newsletter has a list of events happening throughout April. 2. Sign up for the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge. 3. Attend a free, virtual composting workshop. The next one is on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10 am. 4. Bookmark the RE:Source website for the next time you’re wondering how to properly dispose of an item. 5. Invite a friend or colleague to join you for Bike to Wherever Day (May 14, 2026).”
We're offering a free, virtual Worm Composting Workshop on 5/2 from 10 am-12 pm. Composting with worms is a space-efficient way to recycle kitchen scraps & create nutrient-rich worm castings that enhance soil health & plant growth. Register today: cccrecycle.org
ALT Worm compost pile with shredded paper. Text reads, "Free Online Worm Composting Workshop. Learn how to make your own worm! Saturday, May 2, 2026, 10 am-12 pm via Zoom. Register at https://www.cccrecycle.org"
From the legacy of John Muir to modern community action, @CCCounty has a long history of protecting our environment. 🌎
Join us this #EarthDay to keep that tradition alive! Check out our list of local events: bit.ly/493j8X8
El Condado de Contra Costa está creando el Plan de Árboles de Nuestro Vecindario. Participe en esta encuesta comunitaria para compartir sus ideas y ayudar a que nuestros vecindarios sean más frescos, saludables y acogedores para las próximas generaciones. tinyurl.com/OurTreePlan
ALT Tres personas plantan un árbol joven entre una acera y la calle. El texto dice: ¡Participa en el Plan de Árboles de Nuestro Vecindario hoy! ¿Qué opinas? Escanee o visite: tinyurl.com/ourtreeplan. Participe en nuestra breve encuesta comunitaria y comparta sus ideas sobre los árboles en nuestros vecindarios. ¡No hace falta experencia previa! El proyecto del Urban Forest Management Plan cuenta con el apoyo del Programa de Calor Extremo y Resiliencia Comunitaria implementado por la Oficina del Gobernador de Uso de la Tierra y la Innovación Climática.