News Releases

Media Releases/Announcements for the City of Concord are available by clicking on the topic to access the release/announcement, or by calling the Community Relations Manager at (925) 671-3272.

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May 14 Appointments to Concord’s Commission on Aging announced
Camp Concord at Lake Tahoe offers affordable family vacation
Skyhawks programs teach life skills through athletics
May 12 Concord Community Reuse Project Draft EIR now available
May 9 Sewer project will result in Concord lane closure
May 6 2008 Concord survey says residents are happy with city services
April 29 Concord Mayor to hold office hours May 7
April 24 Concord budget workshop set for May 5
April 22 "Striking a cord in Concord" - Music season opener includes unveiling of public art project
April 18 Residents encouraged to serve on Concord commissions
April 2 Concord City Council changes meeting night to Monday
April 1 Concord Senior Center celebrates 5th Anniversary with Good Ole Days celebration
March 31 Concord Senior Life Style and Resource Fair April 18
March 14 Flags at half staff in honor of Concord soldier
March 13 Scholarships available for Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
March 11 Traffic alert: Clayton Road closed at Claycord Ave. beginning March 21
March 5 Council appointments to Design Review Board
March 3 Residents invited to weigh in on Concord City Manger selection
Concord recognized for commitment to community forestry
February 27 Concord is one of America’s 50 Greenest Cities
February 19 Concord Human Relations Commission presents awards
February 15 Get out of town… to Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
February 13 Concord Mayor to hold office hours
Youth, teen registration open for Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
February 2 Concord seeks applicants for Community Leadership Academy
January 31 Concord adult softball league registration open
January 30 False report of robbery at Sunvalley Mall
January 16 Concord to conduct citizen satisfaction telephone survey
Openings available in Concord preschool program
January 9 Concord Human Relations Commission seeks nominations for awards
Play ‘Dust Storm’ commemorates internment of Japanese Americans
January 7 Free emergency response classes offered
Vietnamese New Year Celebration
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December 18 Concord wins state-wide awards for fitness events, Matteo’s playground
December 11 Driving Under the Influence & Drivers License Checkpoint
December 5 Shinn is Concord’s new mayor, Allen is vice mayor
November 28 Ed James returns as interim City Manager
Appointment To Concord’s Planning Commission
November 20 Scoping hearings to be held for Reuse Plan EIR Nov. 29
November 19 Concord announces LED light exchange at Dec. 1 event
November 16 Concord first city in East Bay to launch art-sculpture project
November 13 Free “No Child Left Inside” event explores CYC sports sampler
November 8 Downtown Concord hosts festive holiday events
Monumental Holiday Toy Drive under way
November 7 Announcement of Openings on Concord’s Appeals Board, Commission on Aging, Design Review Board, Personnel Board, and Planning Commission
Opening for Concord Representative on the Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizens Advisory Committee
October 15 Free Fahrenheit 451 lecture focuses on how media affects democracy
October 9 Kids and family dogs star in Concord Halloween Extravaganza
September 28 Concord receives Notices of Interest for surplus base property
Concord’s BIG READ features book discussion series
September 27 Concord’s BIG READ features film series
September 17 Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 is Concord’s BIG READ selection
Free Wi-Fi Week wireless Internet Lounge in Concord Thursday
September 12 Announcement of an Opening on Concord’s Planning Commission
September 5 Concord City Council appoints Bjerke to vacant seat
Free California Symphony Pops on the Plaza concert Sept. 15
August 24 Council to interview 19 candidates for vacant seat
August 22 “No Child Left Inside” invites families to ride the Iron Horse Trail
August 17 Concord City Council begins process to appoint councilmember
August 9 Memorial reception for Councilmember Michael Chavez moved to Centre Concord
August 7 Services planned for Councilmember Michael Chavez
August 6 Trust fund established for children of Councilmember Michael Chavez
August 4 City saddened by passing of Concord Councilmember Michael Chavez
July 31 Registration open for fall adult softball in Concord
July 26 Public invited to attend August 4 Reuse Plan workshop
Concord ‘Survivor’ Yul Kwon special guest at music program
July 10 Poster contest winners announced at music program July 19
July 2 Navy prepares environmental document for Army project
June 22 CarFit assessment assists senior drivers
Downtown Concord’s July 4th activities fun for the whole family
Woodland selects Concord Assistant City Manager for top job
June 14 Police volunteers celebrate 10 years of neighborhood patrol
May 31 Concord receives five awards for exceptional projects and programs
May 30 DadDay in the Park features Shana Morrison
Concord Senior Center Personal and Home Safety Fair
May 25 Dates filling up for Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
Public invited to participate in Reuse Plan workshop June 16
Senior volunteer Bill Schafer receives award
May 22 "No Child Left Inside" invites families into the pool
May 17 Classes to visit new playground for children of all abilities
May 11 Grand opening celebration May 16 for dream playground
April 26 Concord on the Green part of Music and Market kick-off May 10
Volunteer drivers needed to provide rides for seniors
Dedication of gardens at historic Galindo House May 5
April 17 Free event invites Concord youngsters outside for a hike
April 10 Contest announced to find Concord’s "Best Mom"
Groundbreaking Friday, April 20, for dream playground
Public invited to participate in three Reuse Plan workshop
April 6 Scholarships deadline extended for Camp Concord
Special opportunity for children of first 200 volunteers
April 4 Announcement of Openings on Concord’s Commission on Aging, Human Relations Commission, and Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
March 30 Concord seeking Notices of Interest for former Navy base
March 23 Improvements underway at Todos Santos Plaza
March 23 Human Relations Commission presents awards
March 23 Virtual tour of the Concord Naval Weapons Station now available
March 15 Essay/photo contests focus on “Generations of Experience”
March 15 Volunteers needed to build largest playground in Concord
March 12 Scholarships available for Camp Concord
March 7 Navy publishes Notice of Surplus for Concord Naval Weapons Station
February 21 ‘Get the Facts’ informational Open House on CNWS reuse plan is March 17
February 20 Get out of town… to Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
February 15 Youth, teen registration open for Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
February 07 Human Relations Commission seeks nominations for awards
February 05 New scholarship program announced for Concord seniors
February 02 Concord mayor launches 100 Mile Club fitness challenge
January 26 Concord Council, Navy to discuss exchange authority at Feb. 6 meeting
January 25 Concord adult softball league registration open
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December 12 Deadline for issuance of notice of surplus extended 30 days
December 7 Peterson is Concord’s new mayor, Shinn is vice mayor
Volunteers have last minute request for board games
November 30 Announcement of Openings on Concord Boards and Commissions
November 28 Holiday Spectacular Dec. 15 at Concord Senior Center
November 17 Monumental Holiday Toy Drive under way
November 16 Announcement of Openings on Concord’s Appeals Board, Design Review Board, Personnel Board, and Planning Commission
City Council appoints Community Advisory Committee for CNWS Reuse Plan
City of Concord Seeks Applicants To The Community Leadership Academy
November 15 Navy may circumvent public process with sale of weapons station
November 13 Downtown Concord hosts festive holiday events
November 7 Concord Planning Commission celebrates 75th Anniversary
October 20 City seeks Wizard of Oz contest nominees
October 10 City Web site features new design, on-line registration
October 8 Kids and family dogs star in Concord Halloween Extravaganza
October 2 Pavilion to host E-Waste public collection event
September 29 City Council hosts Navy base closure officials
September 21 Concord Health Fair targets Monument corridor residents
September 11 Notice of nominees for public office City of Concord
Residents invited to participate in creek clean up
September 7 Open house celebrates Concord library renovation
Convenient on-line registration now available for city programs
August 17 Tours of the Concord Naval Weapons Station announced
August 16 Applications available for weapons station Reuse Plan advisory committee
July 28 Participants sought for Concord’s Citizen Police Academy
July 11 City Council, City Treasurer and City Clerk candidates may file for the November 7, 2006 election beginning July 17, 2006
July 18 National Night Out events set in Concord Aug. 1,
June 21 Free wireless Internet now available in downtown Concord ,
June 19 New lane constructed to relieve pressure on Ygnacio Valley Road ,
June 15 Open door meetings on reuse of Naval Weapons Station scheduled- revised release ,
Downtown Concord's July 4th activities fun for the whole family
Goals and principles for Weapons Station plan process is topic of June 20 City Council working session
Survey results on Concord Naval Weapons Station released
May 24 Concord City Council hosts June 10 session on reuse of weapons station
May 23 Registration open for Camp Concord at South Lake Tahoe
May 22 Concord commission seeks two youth members
May 17 City receives $1.3 million to repair Ygnacio Valley Road
Full schedule of open door meetings on reuse of Naval Weapons Station
May 15 Community invited to Arbor Day tree planting
Concord elected officials host open door meetings on reuse of Concord Naval Weapons Station
Flags fly at half staff in honor of Concord soldier
May 4 Reception honors Concord native son, jazz great Dave Brubeck
May 3 Council consideration of the Planning Commission’s recommendation for a Refocused General Plan Update
April 26 Concord hosts first community forum on reuse of weapons station
April 24 Concord selects Naval Weapons Station Reuse Project Director
Human Relations Commission presents awards
April 6 Concord launches community outreach for reuse of the Concord Naval Weapons Station
March 29 Second meeting set on Monument corridor transportation gaps
March 8 Human Relations Commission seeks nominations for awards
March 6 Planning Commission extends public review period for DEIR
March 1 Appointments To Concord’s Personnel Board and Mobilehome Rent Review Board
February 10 Community meeting on Monument transportation needs
February 1 Concord seeks applicants for Community Leadership Academy
January 25 Appointments To Concord's Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
January 13 Concord conducts citizen satisfaction survey
January 4 First 5 Center opens in Concord
Appointments To The Concord Human Relations Commission
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November 23 Announcement of Openings on Concord's Appeals Board, Design Review Board, Mobilehome Rent Review Board, Personnel Board, and Planning Commission
Appointments To The Concord Community Services Commission
Recruitment Extended for Openings on Concord's Commission on Aging
November 21 Concord hosts festive holiday events, centennial finale
November 9 Concord weapons station inland area approved for closure
October 28 Announcement of an opening as Concord's representative on the Board of Trustees for the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District
October 25 Monumental Holiday Toy Drive under way
October 17 Kids and family dog star in Concord Halloween Extravaganza
September 19 One more music and movie night for Concord
September 16 Concord Health Fair targets Monument corridor residents
September 8 Concord to sponsor musical benefit for Hurricane Katrina victims
September 7 Announcement of Openings on Concord 's Commission on Aging, Community Services Commission, Human Relations Commission, and Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
September 2 Free California Symphony concert salutes Concord's Centennial
August 29 Concord selects new finance director
August 26 Celebrate the Centennial with free music and movie
August 26 Tutors open up a whole new world for adult students
August 23 Residents invited to participate in creek clean up
New Concord walking tour dates added
August 19 Still time to join summer reading club
August 11 Concord 's First 5 Center under construction
July 29 Hawaiian fundraiser benefits Concord Senior Center programs
July 21 National Night Out events set in Concord Aug. 2
July 7 City Council’s summer reading selection tells local story
July 6 New Concord historic walking tour dates added
June 29 New downtown Concord shuttle to Music and Market
June 24 Concord selects new director
June 16 Registration open for summer day trips
Fitness, enrichment classes for youth abound in Concord
Youth sports camps enhance skills, teach sportsmanship
June 14 New dog spring training classes offered
Specialty summer camps focus on developing specific skills
June 3 Centennial essay contest winners announced at KidFest
May 13 Concord PD celebrates 100th birthday at open house
Concord officials pleased weapons station is on closure list
May 13 Registration open for summer day trips
May 12 Grand prize announced for best Concord Centennial July 4th float
May 3 Moms serenaded at free Todos Santos Plaza concert Sunday
Historical Society to offer free downtown walking tours
Residents encouraged to sign up for emergency preparedness classes
April 26 Public invited to hearings on General Plan Update
Concord designated Tree City USA, celebrates Arbor Day
April 25 Free showing of documentary and discussion set for May 12
April 7 Registration open for spring day trips
Classes for adults offer many options
April 6 Youth camps enhance skills, teach sportsmanship
Dogs have their day at spring training classes
March 29 Registration open for camp at South Lake Tahoe
Essay contest to select "Best Mom" for Mother's Day event
Healthy Life Style and Resource Fair at Senior Center
March 21 Human Relations Commission presents 2005 awards
March 15 Concord appoints new HR director
March 14 Parks Services is certified as a Green Business
Concord's Legacy Park Central wins award of excellence
March 10 Concord to recognize military personnel
Concord Senior Center wins Illumination Design Award
Centennial contest seeks top essays from classrooms
March 9 Appointments to Concord's Design Review Board
February 23 Appointments to Concord's Personnel Board
February 2 Appointments to Concord's Planning Commission
Announcement of Openings on Concord's Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
January 31 Human Relations Commission seeks nominations for 2005 awards
January 26 Appointments to Concord's Appeals Board
January 25 Concord Centennial Kick-off is February 5
January 11 Concord appoints new City Manager, Lydia Du Borg
January 5 Announcement of openings on the Concord Design Review Board
Recruitment extended for openings on the Planning Commission
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December 8 Concord has new mayor, swears in two Council members
  Announcement of openings on the Concord Personnel Board
December 6 2005 Concord Centennial calendar available
November 24 Announcement of openings on the Concord Planning Commission
November 23 Concord city manager announces his retirement
  Concord hosts festive holiday events, salute to Olympic medalist
November 16 Concord appoints new Assistant City Manager
November 10 Announcement of openings on the Concord Appeals Board
November 4 Monumental Holiday Toy Drive Underway
October 18 Kids and family dog star in Concord Halloween Extravaganza
  Status of Women Commission presents televised forum
September 29 Concord police volunteers receive national award
September 21 Labadie selected for sought-after League post
September 16 Concord 2004 Health Fair targets Monument corridor residents
  Concord, Kitakami celebrate 30th anniversary of Sister City program
September 14 Flags fly at half staff in honor of Concord Marine
  Discussion of Concord summer reading selection Sept. 21
September 10 Status of Women Commission presents televised forums
September 9 Free California Symphony concert September 19
August 24 Commission to observe "Moment of Unity"
August 10 Damaged pavement, sidewalk on Cowell Road to be repaired
August 5 Kindergarten prep program offered
July 21 National Night Out events set in Concord Aug. 3
July 14 Baldwin neighbors invite public to health fair
July 13 Annual Hawaiian festival planned August 6
June 25 Downtown Concord 's July 4 th activities fun for the whole family
June 11 Concord Status of Women Commission plans call-in forum
June 9 Appointments to Concord's Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
June 8 Study session to hear responses from community workshops
June 2 Council announces citywide reading selection
May 27 Thursday music series kicks off with multi-cultural program
May 26 Recruitment extended for openings on Concord's Human Relations Commission
May 12 Recruitment Extended for Openings on Concord Boards and Commissions
May 6 Concord's 'Best Mom' contest winners announced
  Senior citizen healthy lifestyle and resource fair planned
May 5 Appointments to Concord's Design Review Board and Personnel Board
April 22 Concord Family Camp named in national top 50
April 21 Residents invited to comment on plan for future development
  Public invited to Concord Arbor Day celebration April 30
April 14 Appointments to Concord's Commission on Aging
April 12 Essay contest to select "Best Mom" for 2004 Mother's Day event
April 7 Announcement of Openings on Concord's Boards and Commissions
April 6 Concord Status of Women Commission plans 2004 call-in forum part two
March 20 Former Oakland Raider to speak at commission dinner
March 29 Recruitment Extended for Openings on Concord's Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
March 24 Appointments to Concord's Appeals Board
March 15 Committee members from diverse backgrounds sought for center
March 8 Concord Police Department promotions announced
March 3 Announcement of Openings on Concord's Human Relations Commission
February 25 Recruitment Extended for Openings on Concord's Design Review Board
February 20 Concord Status of Women Commission plans 2004 call-in forum part one
February 12 Literacy roundtable discussion Feb. 20
February 11 Registration for softball leagues now open
  Announcement of Openings on Concord's Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
January 28 Announcement of openings on Concord's Commission on Aging
January 23 East Bay technology incubator to close
January 21 Study session on Concord zoning ordinance set
January 9 Concord Council endorses local funding protection ballot initiative
  Have breakfast with Concord mayor Feb. 5
January 7 Recruitment Extended for Openings on Concord's Personnel Board
January 7 Announcement of Openings on the Concord Design Review Board
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December 30 Nominations sought for annual awards
December 29 Concord citizen satisfaction survey in January
December 9 Recruitment Extended for Openings on Concord's Appeals Board
December 4 Meet Concord's new Mayor, Helen Allen
December 3 Announcement of Openings Concord's Mobilehome Rent Review Board, Personnel Board, and Planning Commission
November 26 Children enjoy activities while parents go shopping
  Have breakfast with Santa Dec. 13
November 25 Concord one of seven U.S. cities to receive DOJ grant
November 24 Downtown Concord hosts festive 2003 holiday events
November 20 Concord receives "Continuing Excellence" award for permitting
November 10 Monumental 2003 Holiday Toy Drive underway
November 5 Announcement of 2003 Openings on the Concord Appeals Board
October 29 Announcement of openings on Concord's Status of Women Commission
October 16 New Parks & Rec afternoon preschool class offered
October 15 Advisory committee members sought for center
October 9 Kids and family dog star in Concord 2003 Halloween Extravaganza
September 24 Concord hires new director of public works/maintenance services
September 15 Vibration testing in Ygnacio Valley Park
September 10 Concord 2003 Health Fair targets Monument corridor residents
September 9 Free California Symphony concert September 28
September 5 Opening for Concord representative on the Central Contra Costa Transit Authority Citizens' Advisory Committee
September 3 Recruitment extended for openings on Concord's Community Services Commission
  Appointments to the Concord Status of Women Commission
  Appointments to the Concord Commission on Aging
August 13 Free seminar shows restaurants how to save on energy costs
August 12 New address for city's Housing and Community Services
August 5 August activities 'like being in Hawaii'
July 31 Public invited to 'test drive' life-saving anti-rollover technology
July 30 National Night Out events set in Concord Aug. 5
July 10 Concord awarded $1 million in state housing funds
June 18 Iron Horse Park grand opening Saturday, June 28
June 18 Concord wins grant, needs after school staff
June 17 Concord hires new finance director
June 16 Downtown Concord Independence celebration is a two-day event
June 11 Recruitment extended for openings on Concord's Community Services Commission and Status of Women Commission
May 29 Concord Senior Center, Skatepark 'Best in Northern California'
May 15 Final community workshop postponed
May 7 Recruitment extended further for 2003 openings on Concord's Community Services Commission and Status of Women Commission
May 6 New Concord Senior Center opens May 16
May 5 Finding new business opportunities topic of workshop
April 23 Appointments to the Concord Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
April 17 First workshop set for Concord General Plan update
April 9 Recruitment extended for openings on Concord's Mobilehome Rent Review Board
April 3 Concord garners a record three Parks & Rec awards
April 2 Announcement of openings on Concord Boards & Commissions
April 1 Treat Mom to Hawaiian concert
March 26 Recruitment extended for 2003 openings on Concord's Design Review Board
March 20 Scholarships available for summer programs
March 11 HRC/SWC Annual Awards & Recognition Dinner
March 5 Announcement of Openings on the Concord Human Relations Commission and Mobilehome Rent Review Board
February 25 Workshops set for Weapons Station Parks Master Plan
February 19 Essays sought for Women's History Month contest
February 13 Scholarships available for 2003 summer programs
February 12 Benefit for Meals on Wheels
February 6 Nominations sought for 2003 annual awards
February 5 Announcement of openings on the Concord Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
  Appointments to the Concord Personnel Board and Planning Commission
January 29 Appointments to the Concord Appeals Board
  Announcement of openings on the 2003 Concord Design Review Board
January 17 Concord citizen satisfaction survey this month
January 6 Skatepark opens January 11
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December 11 Announcement of openings on the Concord Personnel Board and the Planning Commission
November 21 Downtown Concord hosts festive 2002 holiday events
November 14 Concord Senior Citizen Center dedication Nov. 23
November 6 Library study session set
  Caldera Place wins national award
  Monumental 2002 Holiday Toy Drive Underway
October 30 City, Navy to develop lease for 154 acres of Naval Weapons Station property
October 29 Concord election coverage on local cable channels
October 9 Appointment of Concord's Representative on the Central Contra Costa Transit Authority Accessible Services Committee
  Northern District Neighborhood Celebration
October 8 New Lime Ridge public access area opens
October 2 Halloween comes to downtown Concord
  October 10 event celebrates after-school programs
August 21 Library planning workshop Monday
  City Web site easier to find and use
August 16 Candidates sign Fair Campaign Pledge
July 24 Announcing one opening on the Concord Human Relations Commission
July 8 City Council, City Treasurer and City Clerk candidates may file for Nov. 5 election
June 19 $5,000 reward offered in May 12 shooting case
  Concord's July 4th festival and parade features commemorative stamp, old-fashioned family fun
  Concord appoints new Director of City Management
  Appointments to Concord Commissions
June 11 Bud Hansen Wisteria Pavilion dedication June 15
May 31 Appointments to the Concord 2002 Human Relations Commission
May 24 Alternative Plans for Concord Campus of John F. Kennedy University
May 20 Infill housing study session May 28
May 10 Northern Field Office open house May 14
April 24 Appointments to the Concord Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission
April 22 Step Out for Seniors Fun Walk May 21
April 15 Scholarships available for 2002 summer programs
  White House speaker comes to Concord
April 11 Appointments to Concord's Mobilehome Rent Review Board
April 8 Public meeting set on pool renovation
April 3 Announcement of Openings on 2002 Concord Boards & Commissions
March 27 Appointments to Concord's Design Review Board
March 19 City files brief in support of Mt. Diablo appeal
March 4 Recruitment extended for openings on Concord Board and Commissions
February 28 Appointments to Concord Boards and Commissions
February 27 Three openings on the Concord Human Relations Commission
February 25 Businesses sought for youth job fair
  Essays sought for 2002 Women's History Month contest
  Golf tournament is benefit for charities
February 11 Nomination for representative to the Contra Costa County Aviation Advisory Committee
  Promotions at Concord Police Department
February 7 Appointments to the 2002 Concord Appeals Board
January 31 'Families First' campaign wins state award of excellence
January 15 Concord offers curbside collection of electronics
January 11 Fry's to open first Contra Costa store in Concord
January 10 Concord 2002 citizen satisfaction survey this month
  Concord's median program wins state award
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December 27 Concord hosts Olympic flame en route to 2002 Salt Lake Olympics
  Concord police chief honors citizens
December 26 Concord's Neighborhood Services wins state award
December 20 Reward leads to arrest in mosque vandalism case
December 12 Concord offers $5,000 reward
December 6 Groundbreaking Planned for Concord Senior Center
November 30 First floor of parking structure opens in December
November 28 Concord elects new mayor
November 26 Downtown hosts festive holiday events
November 15 2001 Monumental Holiday Toy Drive underway
October 22 Concord selects new Director of Information Technology
September 26 Opening for Concord Representative on the Contra Costa County Aviation Advisory Committee
September 25 Largest office development in 12 years breaks ground
August 20 Concord Permit Center reopens after renovation