Politics & Government
San Ramon May 17 Weekly Update
City finance town halls + 680 closure + new public works director + commission openings + camp registration + Night at the Cinema +more
05/16/2024
City of San Ramon News & Information Update
Thursday, May 16, 2024
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Virtual Town Hall: City Financial Outlook and Funding Needs
Friday, May 17 at 10 a.m. via Zoom
The City of San Ramon has begun its 2024/25 Budget Process, and is navigating rising costs that outpace year-over-year revenue projections.
Join us for a Virtual Community Town Hall this Friday, May 17 at 10 a.m. via Zoom to learn more about the City's financial outlook and provide feedback on what matters most to you!
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The event will include a short presentation from City Manager Steven Spedowfski on San Ramon's Financial Outlook and Funding Needs, along with time for Q&A and feedback from residents.
You can submit questions ahead of time by emailing communications@sanramon.ca.gov, or by adding questions live in the chat during the Zoom.
For residents who wish to watch only, the event will be streamed live on the City's YouTube channel. A recording of the event will also be available to watch afterward on the City's website and YouTube.
The City will also be hosting an additional in-person Community Town Hall on Thursday, May 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Dougherty Station Community Arts Center (17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon CA 94582) in the Ridgeview Room.
Planned Partial Closures of Southbound I-680 between Alcosta Boulevard and I-580/I-680 Connector
May 17–20 and May 31–June 3
Caltrans has scheduled a partial closure of southbound Interstate 680 between Alcosta Boulevard in San Ramon and the I-580/I-680 connector in Pleasanton Friday, May 17 through Monday morning, May 20, and Friday, May 31 through Monday, June 3.
In both closures, three left lanes of southbound Interstate 680 will be closed between Alcosta Boulevard in San Ramon and the I-580/I-680 Connector in Pleasanton from 9 p.m. Friday through 4 a.m. Monday morning.
Two right lanes of I-680 will remain open during both closures. However, CalTrans encourages motorists to take alternative routes to alleviate traffic congestion within the construction work zone on southbound I-680 in the cities of San Ramon and Dublin.
In addition to these closures on southbound I-680, the far-left lane (Express Lane) and left shoulder will be closed on northbound I-680 between Amador Valley Boulevard in Dublin and Alcosta Blvd in San Ramon.
Though lanes will be open, it’s best to avoid the area if possible. If you do access the freeway, **Please be aware of construction vehicles entering and exiting the construction zone and slow for the Cone Zone.**
During the closures, the contractor will replace a portion of the existing deteriorated roadway with new pavement on southbound I-680.
Northbound I-680 and I-580/I-680 interchange connector will remain open and will not be affected by the closure.
Caltrans is aware that the closures will impact the motoring public and measures are being taken to minimize inconvenience. Caltrans thanks the motoring public in advance for your patience as it works to improve I-680.
California Highway Patrol officers and message signs will be on hand to guide motorists.
Detours for the closures are as follows:
Motorists on southbound I-680 in Walnut Creek can take SR-24 to I-80 to southbound I-880.
Full Shutdown Locations:
- Southbound Saint Patrick Way onramp onto southbound I-680
Lane Closure Locations (Not Full Closure):
- Three left lanes closed on southbound I-680 between Alcosta Blvd in San Ramon and I-580/I-680 connector in Dublin
- Far left lane (Express Lane) and left shoulder closed on northbound I-680 between Amador Valley Blvd in Dublin and Alcosta Blvd in San Ramon
Brian Bornstein Selected as San Ramon's Next Director of Public Works
The City of San Ramon is pleased to announce Brian Bornstein as San Ramon’s next Director of Public Works, effective June 17. A licensed Civil Engineer, Bornstein brings 30 years of experience in Engineering and local government within Public Works, most recently as City Engineer / Division Manager for the City of San Ramon since 2012.
“Throughout his tenure with the City of San Ramon, Brian has played a pivotal role in enhancing our city’s infrastructure and has been instrumental in the successful completion of numerous projects,” said City Manager Steven Spedowfski. “His deep understanding of our community’s needs and his proactive leadership style makes him the ideal person for this position.”
Apply Now: Commission & Advisory Committee Openings
The City of San Ramon is currently recruiting for the following Commission and Advisory Committees:
- Parks and Community Services Commission - NEW!
- Arts Advisory Committee
- Senior Citizens Advisory Committee
- Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging - San Ramon Representative
Questions? Email cityclerk@sanramon.ca.gov
Register Today for Summer Camps!
June 10–August 9
Ages 4–18
The San Ramon Parks & Community Services Department has a great lineup of summer camps offered June 10–August 9 for ages 4–18! Check out the full schedule of camps and register at the link below.
Questions about a program? Contact the San Ramon Community Center at 925-973-3200.
San Ramon Symphonic Band presents
Night at the Cinema
Friday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center
Adults: $11 + Ticket Fees
Students: FREE
For more than three decades, the San Ramon Symphonic Band has been noted for making great music and delighting audiences of all ages under the direction of conductor, Larry Colon.
More than 40 talented local musicians are proud to immerse you in the music of cinematic masterpieces.
Art & Wind Festival
Sunday, May 26 & Monday, May 27
San Ramon Central Park
The San Ramon Art & Wind Festival is back at Central Park (12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon CA, 94583) on Sunday, May 26 and Memorial Day (Monday, May 27)!
This bike-, family-, and pet-friendly festival features arts and crafts, three live entertainment stages, puppet shows, professional choreographed kite flying demonstrations, two festival food courts, family amusement zones, helicopter landing, sensory zone, free kite making workshop and much more.
Highlights for this year include a performance by Aki Kumar, San Jose’s ‘King of Bollywood Blues’, and featured artwork entitled ‘On the Wings of Butterflies’ by Pleasanton Artist Rhonda Chase.
Come for the kites; be blown away by the music, food, and family fun!
Memorial Day Program & Commemorative Field of Flags
Monday, May 27 at 9 a.m.
Memorial Park
FREE; All Ages
Join the City of San Ramon as we honor our fallen service members with patriotic music by Olympia Field Brass, remarks from city officials and veterans groups, and a Field of Flags. The Commemorative Field of Flags will be located on the lawn at San Ramon Memorial Park (5001 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon, CA 94583) during the Memorial Day Program.
Members of the community are invited to place a flag in the field during the ceremony or can fill out an online Flag Request Form to have a flag placed for them by our staff.
To place a Flag Request, please complete the online Commemorative Flag Request Form by Wednesday, May 22 at 5 p.m.
For more information on the Memorial Day Program, visit ArtandWind.com
Public Feedback Requested on Draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
Provide Input by Friday, May 31
As part of San Ramon's ongoing efforts to make the City more disaster-ready and resilient, the City is teaming up with the Contra Costa County Office of Emergency Services (OES) to update the County’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). This Plan serves as a guide for the County to become more resilient to the impacts of natural, human-caused, and technological hazards.
The County is currently seeking public feedback on the Draft LHMP. Interested residents have until Friday, May 31 to view and provide comments on the Plan before it is submitted to FEMA for review.
> Access the document and more information on the County’s website
> Please be sure to review the City of San Ramon Annex
> Please use this form to submit your plan review comments
Your feedback will help shape the 2024 Contra Costa County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan!
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact Shane Hsieh, Senior Civil Engineer, at 925-973-2681 or chsieh@sanramon.ca.gov.
Summer Youth Bus Pass Now Available
$30 for Unlimited Rides from June 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
Work continues on the Crow Canyon Widening Project between Alcosta Boulevard and Crow Canyon Private (Cobblestone).
Work Recently Completed Through 5/16/24:
- Paving operations and roadway striping from the Alcosta intersection through the Crow Canyon Road at Tahiti/El Capitan intersection, Tahiti Drive, and El Capitan southbound
- Comcast eastbound utility relocation work
- Excavation and concrete work between Barbados and Crow Canyon Private
Work Planned Through 5/23/24:
- Eastbound grinding and paving operations will begin on Tuesday, May 21 with changes to traffic control. The anticipated duration is five (5) weeks. Grinding and paving locations are as follows:
- Crow Canyon Road eastbound between Tahiti Drive and St. George Road (one lane will be open for traffic at all times)
- Barbados Drive between Crow Canyon Road and Tahiti Drive will be closed continuously for approximately five (5) weeks (traffic detoured to Tahiti Drive)
- Intersection of Crow Canyon Road at Crow Canyon Private (Flagger controlled during grinding and paving operations)
- Eastbound landscape and irrigation work
- Continue westbound Crow Canyon Road storm drain work and path demolition. This work requires closure of one westbound travel lane, and closure of the north path.
> 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 5/16/24:
- Poured Pier 5 bottom column
- Poured Pier 5 Y-section
- Set Pile Cap Vertical Bar Support and Pour Grout for Pier 3 (median area)
- Formed / poured North Leveling Pad
- Formed / poured South Leveling Pad
- North MSE Wall structure substantially complete
- Poured Pier 3 Pile Cap
Work Anticipated Through 5/23/24:
- Continue demolition, excavation on the Iron Horse Trail
- Continue MSE wall work on the south side of Iron Horse Trail
- Continue MSE panel deliveries and installation
- Continue embankment fill
- Install drainage
- Pour Pier 3 pedestal
- Continue median work for Pier 3 – will see increased construction work in the median area. No additional lane closures are expected at this time.
> 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
- Engineering Inspector (Temp)
- Police Officer
- Recreation Therapy Intern
- Seasonal Maintenance Worker
Questions?
Call City Hall at (925) 973-2500 or email info@sanramon.ca.gov
This press release was produced by City of San Ramon. The views expressed here are the author’s own.
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