Live Locally Newsletter Winter 2020

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live locally TOWN OF DANVILLE Q U A RT E R LY N E W S L E T T E R

Message from the Town Council Happy New Year! To start the new year off right, we have a brand-new issue of the Town of Danville’s Live Locally Newsletter.

Take a look inside to get updates of ongoing projects, like the renovation of the play area at Hap Magee Ranch Park, or the expansion of parking at the Sycamore Valley Road Park & Ride.

There is a lot happening in Sacramento that will have longlasting impacts on the community.

Our legislative update will give you the latest from our lawmakers.

Did you enjoy our recent ‘Dogs of Danville’ public art project? If so, check out our center section, where we explain the process that goes into bringing an exhibit like that to the streets of Danville, and get a peek at what’s coming next.

Winter in Danville is generally a bit on the wet side, so our Police Department has some great tips on safe driving in inclement weather.

In addition, look for info on what to do to prepare for an emergency, and ways to improve home security by how you design your landscape.

Want to know more about all of the amazing programs and classes offered by the Town’s Recreation Department? Get to the Recreation Expo for all the info, and get a discount when you sign up for your summer camps and classes.

WHAT'S INSIDE...

Park and Sports Fields Go Organic

Bringing Public Art to Danville

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The Town of Danville is always looking for ways to be more environmentally friendly, and the new hydration stations are looking to help cut down on the amount of single-use plastic bottles going into the waste stream. Located at two Danville facilities, the stations will allow residents to fill up their water bottles, or use it as a regular drinking fountain.

It’s going to be an amazing year in the Town of Danville and we’re looking forward to sharing it all with you!

Update: Emerging State Legislation Born by the CASA Compact Chaptered into Law

Recycling Costs Drive Waste Management Fee Increase

The Spring 2019 issue of Live Locally included an in-depth article about proposed state housing legislation and the potential effects for Danville. Of the 20 bills highlighted, nine were ultimately signed into law by the Governor and took effect on January 1, 2020. The following bills will have an immediate impact on Danville.

Major shifts in the way recyclables are bought and sold on the international market are being felt in California, and Danville residents will be seeing an increase to their solid waste and recycling fees as a result.

Assembly Bills 68, AB 69 & SB 13 will reduce Danville’s local authority to regulate construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) by: • Potentially allowing multiple ADUs to be built on the same lot • Eliminating setback restrictions and height requirements • Eliminating off-street parking requirements Assembly Bill 1487 will create a new entity, the Housing Alliance for the Bay Area (HABA) that will be charged with holding all cities accountable for meeting state housing mandates.

Senate Bill 330—restricts local authority to review and approve new developments by: • Limiting the number of public hearings allowed • Restricting the Town’s ability to charge impact fees • Limiting the Town’s ability to make zoning changes that reduce residential densities • Limiting the Town’s ability to impose design standards • Allowing developers to request approval of housing developments that exceed density requirements The Town Council continues to engage directly with state legislators to advance solutions, addressing regional housing needs while retaining local control and community character.

Residents concerned about the further erosion of local control and the impact of these housing mandates are encouraged to contact State Legislators: Senator Steve Glazer, representing the 7th District: (925) 651-4007 and https://sd07.senate.ca.gov Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, representing the 16th District: (925) 328-1515 and https://a16.asmdc.org/

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California state law requires local jurisdictions to divert 75% of solid waste from landfills by 2020.

Along with composting and waste reduction, recycling is a critical component in meeting this mandate. California exports about a third of all recycled materials to foreign markets every year.

More than 60% of recyclables exports go to China.

However, recent changes in worldwide markets for recyclables have increased the cost to process the materials, and China has reduced the amount of recyclables permitted to be imported. Additionally, more stringent standards have been imposed to reduce the amount of contaminants allowed on recyclables.

These changes have resulted in increased waste management costs, which are being passed along to customers beginning in March 2020. Although rate adjustments of approximately 8% are expected, Danville’s rates will continue to be competitive and below average among East Bay cities.

Recycle Smart has an FAQ page with more information about the rate changes on their website. www.recyclesmart.org/changes-recyclablesmarket To learn more about the specific actions local governments are taking to respond to the challenges presented by China’s changing policy and other market changes visit the Cal Recycle webpage www.calrecycle.ca.gov/markets/nationalsword

BURGLARY INVESTIGATION RON HOEKWATER, In April of 2019, my investigations team was assigned two burglary cases where small businesses had been broken into during the night. We were delighted to see one of the business owners had video of the theft taking place that he recorded from a commercially available and easily installed camera system.

We did not recognize the thief, so we put the suspect’s photo into a state-wide data sharing system targeting bay area law enforcement agencies and asked for help in identifying the suspect.

Investigations Sergeant We obtained an arrest warrant for the suspect and a search warrant for his vehicle and residence. Ultimately, we recovered several of the stolen items and the District Attorney’s Office filed two counts of burglary with sixteen enhancements for prior cases.

This was an excellent example of a victim providing key evidence via their personal video system and excellent follow up by Danville Detectives using a variety of technology to solve the crime, hold the suspect accountable, and recover stolen property.

A bay area agency used facial recognition technology to compare the suspect’s face against a database of known offenders and came back with a match to a suspect from Oakland who was on probation for theft and drug related offenses.

We did a check of our Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system and saw that the suspect’s vehicle had entered town shortly before the burglaries had taken place.

REPORTING A STREET LIGHT OUTAGE If you see a street light out in your neighborhood, do you know how to report it? There are a couple of ways: call the Town’s Maintenance Services Department at (925) 314-3450 or use the Danville Connect App. When reporting an outage, please provide: • Pole number (located 8-10 feet up from the base of the pole, facing the street) • Nearest street address and cross street www.danvilleca.gov/danvilleconnect

WHAT IS THE CAFR? Did you know that for 16 years in a row, the Town of Danville’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) has received a Certificate in Outstanding Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers’ Association (GFOA)?

But what is the CAFR and what does it mean for the Town? Each year, in order to keep track of the financial well-being of the Town of Danville, the Town is audited by an independent financial group. The areas the auditors check include the Town’s governmental activities, major funds and the aggregate remaining in each fund for the July 1–June 30 fiscal year. The auditors examine the financial statements and processes of the Town, as well as providing opinions on procedures and the overall financial solvency of the Town. This is an intensive process requiring many staff hours to provide the auditors with the financial statements, reports and backup documentation needed for a complete and accurate assessment.

This process culminates in the production of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, a wideranging document created in accordance with U.S. auditing standards. The CAFR is presented to the Town Council for approval in November.

Once the council has approved the CAFR it is made available for viewing on the Town’s website, www.danville.ca.gov/ CAFR. Copies can be obtained by contacting City Clerk Marie Sunseri at (925) 314-3401 or msunseri@danville.ca.gov.

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FILL IT UP AT THE HYDRATION STATION Water. It’s a good thing, and people need it. For several decades people have met their on-thego hydration needs and pursued healthy lifestyles by purchasing single-use plastic water bottles.

Unfortunately, single-use plastic bottles are not an environmentally sound solution since they can take centuries to biodegrade.

To provide residents with an alternative to single-use plastic bottles, the Town of Danville has installed hydration stations at both the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St, and the Veterans Memorial Building, 400 Hartz Avenue.

Residents can bring their refillable bottles to the hydration station and top them off with cold, filtered, H2O. Water bottle filling stations deliver a clean, quick bottle fill and enhance sustainability by minimizing our dependency on disposable one-use water bottles.

For those without a refillable bottle, the standard drinking fountain will still be part of the unit.

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Parks and Sports Fields Go Organic Turf areas in the Town’s parks and sports fields have shifted to the use of organic fertilizers to keep the fields green.

reducing erosion and compaction over time. This allows the soil to hold the moisture and nutrients, which promotes turf growth.

In 2013, the organic fertilizing program began with soil testing of the park and sports field sites.

The samples were analyzed, which resulted in a recommendation as to what was needed at each site in order to produce optimal soil conditions for the turf to thrive in.

Additionally, as the organic fertilizing program has gone on, staff has been able to fine tune the process and reduce the number of times per year the fertilizer is applied.

These organic treatments release nutrients which help break down and improve the soil, while

PERMANENT BALLOT DROP OFF BOX A 24/7 Permanent Ballot Box was installed at the Sycamore Park and Ride Lot! Voters can now drop off their Vote By Mail ballot envelopes 24/7 during Election time.

Not yet a Vote By Mail voter?

Text COCOBALLOT to 28683 (or 2Vote)

For more information on the organic fertilizer program, contact Maintenance Services Coordinator Claudia Ray at (925) 314-3412 or cray@danville.ca.gov.

Sprucing Up Hap Magee Ranch Park This spring look for a new and revitalized play area at Hap Magee Ranch Park. The aging play structures at this wonderful amenity will see major renovations from this project that kicked off in fall 2019.

The play area concept is a “Working Ranch Theme” which reflects the history of Hap Magee Ranch Park. As part of the project, the existing wooden play structures will be replaced with more durable, theme-related designs. The sand area will be moved away from its current location adjacent to the water feature. The new location will feature a discovery wall with cattle brands waiting to be found. And to make things more comfortable for the parents, the grassy area located between the two play areas will provide additional seating and shade.

Construction began in September 2019, requiring the play area to be temporarily closed. The project is anticipated to be completed in spring of 2020.

For more information, contact Landscape Architect Bob Russell at (925) 314-3315 or brussell@danville.ca.gov.

SUMMER WORK TO IMPROVE SAN RAMON VALLEY BOULEVARD Motorists along San Ramon Valley Boulevard will see work crews this summer near the south end of town as a project gets underway to provide enhancements to the popular thoroughfare.

Currently in the design phase, the project is expected to slurry seal and restripe a segment of San Ramon Valley Boulevard between Podva Road and Jewel Terrace.

Additionally, the project will provide new bicycle lane striping and buffer zone treatments similar to Danville Boulevard between Railroad Avenue and El Cerro Boulevard. Construction is expected to begin in summer 2020.

For more information, contact Associate Civil Engineer Nader Salama at (925) 314-3348 or nsalama@danville.ca.gov.

Replacing the La Gonda Way Bridge One of Danville’s oldest bridges is nearing the end of its useful life and is slated for replacement.

Town of Danville Engineering staff has begun the design work to replace the La Gonda Way Bridge, located just east of Danville Boulevard. The steel girder structure was built over San Ramon Creek in 1950, but is now too narrow for the current Average Daily Traffic (ADT) use, making it functionally obsolete.

To meet current standards, the bridge will be widened to include 12-ft wide travel lanes, 8-ft paved shoulders and 6-ft wide sidewalks. The $6 million project, scheduled to begin in 2023, will also include pedestrian improvements to the intersection of La Gonda Way and Danville Boulevard.

Funding for the replacement project will come from the Caltrans Highway Bridge Program (HBP), a federal grant program intended to replace or rehabilitate public highway bridges over waterways.

For more information on the project, contact City Engineer Steven Jones at (925) 314-3339 or sjones@danville.ca.gov.

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Bringing Public Art To HOW DID DOGS OF DANVILLE START? Many municipalities around the world have begun to use public art as a way to share art in a more inclusive way with their communities. Danville, being a strong supporter of the arts, made the decision to join this movement by unleashing the “Dogs of Danville.” But how does an outdoor exhibit like this happen? What goes into the process of bringing a public art exhibit to the community?

STEP ONE PLANNING AND FUNDING In 2017, following up on a suggestion from the Arts Commission, Visual Arts Coordinator Marija Nelson Bleier brought the notion of public art to the Recreation, Arts, and Community Service workgroup.

Danville is an incredibly dog-friendly town, and after thought and deliberation, installing dog sculptures into town seemed like the perfect idea. The next phase was securing funding.

Unlike many neighboring cities, Danville does not have a public art ordinance, which would require new builders to set aside a percent of their project’s budget to put into a public arts fund managed by the Town.

However, a Capital Improvement Project fund for the Village Theatre Art Gallery possessed the necessary money to allow the initial purchase of the dog sculptures.

best part “ The was the joy on the faces of people when they saw my dog.”

—SIR LABRADOODLE ARTIST JANEEN HEATH

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Danville STEP TWO FINDING ARTISTS An open call was put out for artists, who could take the plain white dog sculptures and make them into something fantastic. An exhibit like this allows artists to showcase their skills, creativity, and style to the community at large. The call was put out through the Town’s social media, the press, and a number of artist forums for artists in the local area who would be interested in taking part. This led to a number of entries from throughout the Bay Area.

STEP THREE SELECTION AND IMPLEMENTATION When all entries were in, a Selection Committee comprised of staff and arts professionals, was tasked with combing through the 84 artist submissions and choosing the 15 to be used. The committee had such a challenging time deciding, that a blind vote was held to determine those final 15. From the time of the first calls to the delivery of completed works of art, nearly 18 months elapsed. Sculptures in hand, Nelson Bleier and Town staff worked quickly to get the exhibits in place in time to coincide with the annual Doggie Night hosted by Molly’s Pup-purr-ee. An Opening Reception was held at the Village Theatre Art Gallery, with all dogs on display, and then they were dispatched to their summer homes in front of 15 Danville businesses and community buildings.

WHERE ARE THE DOGS OF DANVILLE NOW? At the end of the summertime exhibition, all 15 dog sculptures were brought back to the Village Theatre Art Gallery where they were auctioned off to their new forever homes. The funds raised at the auction will enable the Town to do the next public art exhibit, “Hearts on Hartz,” which will feature heart sculptures in downtown Danville.

Before the end of this year the Town will put out a call for sponsors and artists for this next exciting display. The new exhibit is expected to begin summer 2020.

For more information on how you can sponsor a heart or enter your artwork for consideration, please visit the town’s website and visit the public art page www.danville.ca.gov/PublicArt or contact Visual Arts Coordinator, Marija Nelson Bleier at mnelsonbleier@danville.ca.gov

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: ARE YOU READY? There are many different types of emergencies; from power outages to more serious incidents such as earthquakes, fires and chemical spills. Emergencies can be devastating and can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or be confined to your home. Families and communities must cope with emergencies by preparing in advance and working together as a team. Here are some simple things you can do to get started:

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Complete a Family Emergency Plan Worksheet

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Assemble a 3-7 day Disaster Supply Kit

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Test and replace batteries in your smoke/fire/carbon monoxide detectors

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Sign up to receive alerts through the Community Warning System at www.cococws.us

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Keep 2 gallons of water per person, per day, on hand for emergencies Keep a battery operated radio ready for access to emergency information

For a more comprehensive plan including the tips above, visit www.BeReadySRV.org, an excellent preparedness tool, provided by the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District.

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Sycamore Park and Ride Expansion

Winter Sports Field Moratorium

With a rise in the number of commuters, more parking spaces are needed in commuter lots like the Sycamore Valley Road Park & Ride. An expansion project is currently under design by the Town to provide an additional 120 parking spaces to meet current and future demand.

Through the winter months, Danville’s natural grass sports fields and dog park are closed. The fields are set to reopen (weather permitting) February 28, 2020. Residents can check on the status of the sports fields and dog park by calling the recorded hotline at (925) 314-3484.

The Sycamore Valley Road Park & Ride Lot Expansion Project is designed to create improvements for commuters and Iron Horse Trail users. The project will provide additional parking stalls on the east side of the existing Park & Ride Lot, creating connectivity between the park and ride facility and Iron Horse Trail.

Ten new vehicle charging stations will be provided, along with bicycle racks and lockers. Bioretention basins will be added to assist with stormwater control, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility improvements will also be put in.

Construction of the Park & Ride expansion project is scheduled to begin in late summer 2020 and expected to complete by the end of the year.

For more information on this project, contact Associate Civil Engineer Nader Salama at (925) 314-3348 or nsalama@danville.ca.gov.

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WET WEATHER DRIVING TIPS

Replace windshield wipers and tires before the rainy season.

If windshield wipers are on turn on your headlights.

It’s the law.

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Slow down and give yourself extra time to get to your destination

Use caution during lane changes and passing other vehicles.

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Tips to Improve Home Security: CPTED

Speed Leads to Rise in Traffic Accidents Danville Police are asking residents to watch their speed and take their time, in order to get to their destinations safely, as an uptick in traffic accidents has been seen in 2019.

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a crime prevention philosophy based on the idea that the proper design and effective use of the building environment can help prevent crime and increase quality of life. Here are some simple fixes to improve home security: • Keep bushes trimmed to 36 inches or lower, trees canopies higher than 7 feet.

• Update exterior lighting around the home, consider LEDs and motion sensor lights.

• Purchase a locking mailbox to reduce the chance of mail theft.

• Store all valuables like bicycles, grills and lawn mowers out of view in a locked shed.

• Lock all windows and doors whenever possible.

• Install and use deadbolts and consider updating older exterior doors that may have been forgotten, such as side garage doors.

Many of the accidents occurred in the downtown and Camino Tassajara corridors, and an in-depth analysis showed speeding and unsafe turning movements (illegal u-turns, unsafe lane changes, etc) were the overwhelming cause of collisions in Town. Additionally, analysis showed that the least experienced drivers were also overwhelmingly more likely to be at fault in a collision. Drivers in the 16 to 25-year-old age group were more than twice as likely to be the cause of a collision when compared to any other 10-year age group.

What is Danville doing to curb accidents in Town?

Enforcement has been increased along the downtown and Camino Tassajara corridors. Education is also a component, with the Police Department providing educational opportunities such as Street Smarts and the CHP Start Smart program to younger drivers.

The Danville PD Traffic Unit encourages drivers to: • Slow down • Do not make illegal turn movements • Stop at stop signs and red lights and only proceed when safe • Do not use your cell phone or other distractions while driving; pay attention to the road.

• Consider installing surveillance cameras and an alarm system to monitor your home.

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• Keep windows clear of debris and shrubbery to increase visibility out to the street.

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JANUARY–SEPTEMBER 2019 TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS BY AGE GROUP

Beware of hydroplaning (sliding). If you begin to hydroplane, take your foot off the gas and steer into the slide.

Do not use cruise control. Better to have driver awareness and control in wet weather events.

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DR. SEUSS’ BIRTHDAY “Why fit in when you were born to stand out?”

Come join Danville in our twelfth anniversary of celebrating all creations of Dr. Seuss, from The Lorax and his Bar-ba-loots to a zizzer-zazzer-zuzz. Bring one fish, bring two fish, find your red and blue fish at the Danville Community Center on Monday, March 2 from 4:30–6:00 p.m.

Check Out Programs at the Recreation EXPO Get a sneak peek at all the many programs and classes the Town of Danville has to offer by attending the 11th annual Recreation Program Expo.

Attendees can meet a variety of class instructors and Town staff who will be on hand to showcase upcoming activities for the spring and summer, and answer any questions.

Learn more about the myriad of programs offered, such as swim lessons and summer day camps, as well as youth, adult and senior activities in art, cooking, fitness, foreign languages, and much more.

Expo participants are eligible to receive a 10% discount for programs listed in the Spring Activity Guide and Summer Camps Brochure. Discounts are not available for swim passes or bocce.

The Recreation Program Expo is set for Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front Street.

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REDISCOVER DOWNTOWN DANVILLE THIS WEEKEND Live Locally weekends let you avoid traffic, get the family outside, relax, and experience what’s new and in-season as you explore unique shops, boutiques and downtown spaces in our beautiful Town setting.

And what better way to start your weekend than a tempting, hearty brunch at one of the many exceptional restaurants in Danville?

Add in a little exercise by taking advantage of the Park & Ride at I-680/Sycamore Valley Rd. and taking a short walk down the Iron Horse Trail into Danville (just under a mile). Not feeling energetic? There is plenty of free parking downtown too.

Crumbs & All Omelet

After brunch, sample and stroll Danville’s Neighborhood Farmers’ Market for fresh & seasonal fruits and veggies, as well as other local goods like honey, eggs, or artisan bread and cheeses.

The Danville Farmers’ Market is open Saturdays year-round, rain or shine, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Railroad Avenue Municipal Parking Lot, located at the corner of Railroad and Prospect Avenues.

Several Local Brunch Spots:

Life is Sweet Bakery and Cafe— 155 Railroad Ave. The Growler — 515 San Ramon Valley Blvd. | Crumbs — 428 Railroad Ave. Peasant and the Pear — 267 Hartz Ave. | Incontro (Sunday Brunch) — 455 Hartz Ave. Piatti (Sunday Brunch) — 100 Sycamore Valley Rd. Maria Maria — Rose Garden Shopping Center, 710 Camino Ramon Crumbs French Toast

Business Spotlight Aozora Japanese Restaurant 820 SYCAMORE VALLEY RD W Fresh ingredients and well-crafted COMING SOON! authentic Japanese cuisine.

Spruce Acupuncture 145 E. PROSPECT AVE Discover how acupuncture can help you take 259-1439 control of your health and well-being.

Beyond Active Fitness fashion collection made in the USA.

166 E. PROSPECT AVE 272-9381

Trek Bicycle 495 HARTZ AVE New destination for mountain bikers and roadies alike. 820-0345

Danville Spa & Massage Variety of treatments and services with relaxation in mind.

179 HARTZ AVE 309-9214

Hazy Barbecue Will feature Texas-style smoked meats, California salads and Hazy IPA beer.

200 HARTZ AVE COMING SOON!

Whimsy Kidz 814 SYCAMORE VALLEY RD Offering fashion, accessories, and gifts with a European 854-2656 flair; unbeatable style for babies, children, and tweens in a range of price points.

L’Arc Method 222 RAILROAD AVE Pilates and wellness studio with effective and 415-342-2509 specialized programs and training.

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38th ANNUAL MAYOR’S INSTALL ATION AND COMMUNIT Y SERVICE AWARDS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2019 TOW N VO LU N T E E R S O F T H E Y E A R Dick Heron—Dick has led the charge in coordinating efforts to remove arundo from San Ramon Creek over the years. He has rallied teams to volunteer to go into the creek to remove large amounts of the invasive species which will help prevent creek bank erosion and promote the growth of native species.

Geoff Gillette—Geoff has volunteered to host the Trail Mixers hiking group since August of 2014.

He has volunteered more than 360 hours of his weekend time, leading over 36 hikes and 650 hikers through local Bay Area trails, scouting out each hike ahead of the event. Geoff’s dedication to the program is the reason for its success.

AWA R D S O F M E R I T Robert McHale—For his leadership role in Boy Scouts of America and his participation and musical contribution to the annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Danville, and countless other scouting events.

Sharon Wilson—For expanding the senior walking programs and creating the Walk & Talk Group that meets at Osage Station Park. She has also been an essential part of the creation of the Senior Friday Lunch Program.

Behring Global Education Foundation— the Wheelchair Foundation—For leading an international effort to create awareness of the needs and abilities of people with physical disabilities and to deliver a wheelchair to every child, teen O U TG O I N G C O M M I SS I O N E R S and adult in the world who needs one, but cannot IN 2019 afford one.

Arts Commission Lazarex Cancer Foundation—For making Kim Bowles • Celeste Evans • Susan Gallinger lifesaving connections that give hope to patients Kim Holmes • Chris Kenber • Beverly Kumar now, and opportunity for new treatments for Christina Richards • Susan Ritner Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission patients in the future, and providing assistance with costs for clinical trial participation to Julianna Murray advance stage cancer patients and the medically underserved.

S E RV I C E AWA R D S Four (4) Years of Service MICHAEL K. SHIMANSKY Elaine Betts • Beverly Kumar C O M M U N I T Y S E RV I C E AWA R D Sixteen (16) Years of Service Emma Cochran—For her selfless dedication, Kent Rezowalli volunteerism and serving as a role model for community service and a lifetime commitment to Twenty (20) Years of Service giving back to others.

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T H E DA N V I L L E AWA R D Don and Joan Kurtz—For creating the Tassajara One Room School Living History Program at the historic Tassajara Grammar School that over 47,000 third grade students from the San Ramon Valley have participated in since 1996.