Wilma Chan Memorial Next Wednesday

SAN LEANDRO, CA — A community celebration honoring the legacy of Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan, San Leandro's supervisor, will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 8, in Oakland.

Chan died Nov. 3 after she was hit by a vehicle while walking her dog in Alameda.

"We remember and honor Wilma as a champion of community, a fierce leader, and a trusted colleague," the county said in its announcement of the ceremony. "She devoted her career to helping the underserved and uninsured, with a passion for children, families and seniors, early childhood education, environmental health, job creation and economic development."

The event begins at 2 p.m. at the Oakland Museum of California Garden, 1000 Oak St. in Oakland.

If you plan to attend in person, RSVP on Eventbrite.

The event will also be broadcast virtually. The link for the live broadcast will be available on the District 3 Home page.

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors and the non-profit Vision Alameda County (VAC) have established the Wilma Chan Legacy Fund, which will support grants to community non-profits and other eligible programs serving a public purpose. Donations to the Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan Legacy Fund can be made can be made online.