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Notice: Proposed Rate Increases for Water
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• Sunday, November 27th, 2011
The Santa Rosa Board of Public Utilities has proposed water, recycled water and wastewater rate increases that would become effective in January 2012 and January 2013.  Rate increases will be considered by the City Council following a public hearing.

Public Hearing Date:  Tuesday, December 6, 2011 Publc Hearing Time:  At or after 5:00 p.m. Public Hearing Location:  Santa Rosa City Council Chamber, City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa

How to protest the proposed rate increases 

All owners and tenants of property receiving water, recycled water and/or wastewater service, all City water, recycled water and/or wastewater customers, and interested persons are invited to attend the Public Hearing and be heard about proposed increases to the service charges for water, recycled water and wastewater service. An owner or tenant of property receiving City water, recycled water or wastewater service may protest the proposed increased service charges by submitting a written protest by mail or in person to the City Clerk, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 10, Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Written protests must be received (not postmarked) by the City Clerk before or during the public hearing. Any protest submitted by e-mail or other electronic means will not be accepted.

The protest must be signed by the property owner(s) or tenant(s) and must include the assessor’s parcel number(s) or street address(es) of all property(ies) serviced. Only one written protest per identified parcel or property will be counted for purposes of determining whether there is a majority protest.

Cost data regarding the proposed increased charges is available for review during business hours at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 10. For questions call (707) 543-3150. Additional information about the proposed increases may be found at http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/departments/utilities/aboutus/Pages/ProposedWaterandSewerRateInformation.aspx   Proposition 218

Protests written or in person to City Clerk, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue, Room 10, Santa Rosa, CA 95404

Received NOT postmarked by December 6th

Protest signed by property owner or tenant

Must include the assessor’s parcel number(s) or street address(es) of all property(ies) serviced

No protests by email accepted.

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West End Meeting Tonight! 11/17 Thursday 7 p.m.
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• Thursday, November 17th, 2011
Tonight! Meet your neighbors and friends at DeTurk Round Barn at 7 p.m. for the West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting. It’s a good time to say “hello” to neighbors you know and “Nice to meet you” to new neighbors. There will also be interesting updates and a performance from a West End artist. If you haven’t seen the inside of the barn yet… this is a great time to see it.

November 17th, Thursday- West End Neighborhood Association Fall Meeting. Location: DeTurk Round Barn 819 Donahue Street Time: 7 p.m.

See you tonight at the meeting!

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and Pet Friendly people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go tothe West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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Community Meeting Tonight 6:30 p.m.
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• Monday, October 17th, 2011
If you are interested in what the City of Santa Rosa is planning for the New Railroad Square and Cannery sites (aka SMART site)- this would be a good meeting to attend. The last time the West End heard about this plan it was 68 units of low income Senior Housing. The new proposal will be approx. 82 units with at least 65 of those units low income Family housing. There will also be approx. 1 parking spot for each unit.

Original New Railroad Square Proposal

 

Community Meeting-

The City of S. R. is partnering with a private developer to build the Cannery mixed-use development project, the first phase of the proposed, multiple-phase New Railroad Square mixed use development project, located in Historic Railroad Square between West Third Street, Santa Rosa Creek, West 6th Street and the railroad tracks. They are applying for a loan that will dictate the type and income level of the proposed housing. This is your opportunity to ask questions, make comments and recommendations.

Location: Finley Community Center, Willow Room 2060 College Ave. Time: 6:30 p.m.

Meeting Information

Announcement Guidelines: The West End Neighborhood Association website is a tool that gives out information that is West End related or of West End interest.  Announcements are subject to our West End Neighborhood Association guidelines. Do you have a West End or Railroad Square related announcement? Announcements can be emailed to Lea Barron-Thomas at westend@sonic.net

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Early September- Music & Art
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• Tuesday, August 30th, 2011

September… the end of the summer season. The Last West End Bocce is on Friday, September 16th- that’s when we take the group photo so plan to show up early. The last West End Summer Movie night is on Friday, September 9th. The movie will be “Spirited Away”. On the other hand- The Great West End and Railroad Square Handcar Regatta and all the surrounding events will be at the end of the month. So it’s all good.

West End Bocce Photo 2007

West End Bocce Photo 2007

W. E. Bocce Photo 2010

W. E. Bocce Photo 2010

 

Sept 2-  Summer Nights at Railroad Square.  A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art.  Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

September 3rd, Saturday- A Piece of My Heart featuring Julie Medieros (classic rock) $8 advance/$10 Day of show 21 years + Location: Last Day Saloon 120 5th Street Time: 8 p.m. door, 8:30 show

Last Day Saloon

Last Day Saloon

September 2nd, Friday- Avery Risling-Sholl & Ken Risling- West Enders Avery Risling-Sholl, vocalist and fiddler extraordinaire, will be joined Ken Risling once again in the hallowed halls of Aroma Roasters.
Those who follow him know Avery has been studying traditional Scottish music at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow. He is back stateside for a brief stay, and wants to play in his home neighborhood. Songwriter Ken Risling (“Dad”) leaps with joy at another chance to team up with his son for an evening of melody, harmony, and singing strings. Other musical friends may show up as well. Join them for an evening of fun, music (and maybe a few tears). Location: Aroma Roasters 95 Fifth St  Time: 8:00 PM

Ken Risling & Avery Risling-Sholl

Ken Risling & Avery Risling-Sholl

September 1st, Thursday- Art Show- artist’s reception – West End artist Jenny Harp has a current art show entitled “Everything will Be Okay” .    Closing reception- come to meet the artist.  Location: Daredevils & Queens Time: 122 4th Street  7:30 to 9 p.m.

Jenny Harp- Art Show

Jenny Harp- Art Show

Show ends September 4th!  Kiss Me Kate A raucous and riotously funny play-within-a-play.  Directed by Craig A. Miller Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets

September 6th,  Tuesday-  Music, Meditation, Stillness: 20 minutes of soothing cello, 20 minutes of silent meditation, 20 minutes of rejuvenating violin. (Violin played by West End artist Ananta  www.anantafiddlehooper.com)  Every Tuesday going forward. Location: dhyana Center Time: 6-7pm

September 7, Sunday-  Why Go Solar? Have High Energy Bills? The City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates are hosting a special workshop where you can learn how solar systems work, if your home can benefit from going solar, available rebates, financing options and much more! A great educational opportunity. RSVP here, show up or call the CEA’s with any questions. srcity.org/CEA Location: 100 Santa Rosa Ave. at the City Council Chambers Time: 6pm

 

September 9th, Friday- 6th Street Improv  Season Opener Show. Back for their 4th season with 17 shows, 6th Street Improv is back in the Studio, bringing you their unique brand of humor and story-telling with lots of audience participation and improvised music! Buy your tickets early as their holiday shows sell out quickly! $14 Location: 6th St. Playhouse Mainstage 52 West 6th Street Time: 8 p.m. For tickets,  visit www.6thStreetPlayhouse.com or call 523-4185.

Do you have any Pet Friendly news? a photo of your West End dog? or something else that will delight animal lovers? Email Lea Barron-Thomas

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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West End Weekend
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• Friday, August 26th, 2011

Don’t forget… only 4 more West End Summer Bocce nights.

Bocce at DeMeo Park

Bocce at DeMeo Park

August 26th, Friday-  West End Summer Movie Nights at DeTurk Round Barn “Duma”- Watch movies under the stars. Movie schedule posted on DeTurk Park Bulletin Board (by dog park) Bring a blanket, warm clothes and friends. Free Popcorn. Location: DeTurk Round Barn Park 819 Donahue Street Time: Movies start at dark- 8:30 to 9 p.m. As soon as it is dark enough to project. If it rains, the event is canceled. Questions? Email Paul or Veronica at jordanpoling@gmail.com

August  28th, Sunday- The Santa Rosa Marathon and 5K SAVE OUR POOLS Charity Race. The 5K will loop through the West End… so get your cowbells out to cheer on the runners!  ( 5 K race map) The   Enjoy a fun festival in Juilliard Park after the races that will include live music by local rock band WonderBread 5. For more info S. R. Marathon

Waiting for 5K runners

Waiting for 5K runners

August 29th – 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free educational workshop for homeowners of historical properties. Want to learn how you can update your older home to be more energy efficient?  This FREE workshop will cover the do’s and don’ts of energy efficiency measures without losing that historical appeal.  City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates  www.srcity.org/CEA.

Monday Night at the DeTurk Round Barn

Monday Night at the DeTurk Round Barn

Membership Dues for the West End Neighborhood Association help pay for the costs of running the website, our meetings and events. Do you support the West End Neighborhood Association? If so, pay your dues! $10 suggested but any amount appreciated. Pay directly from the website or send check (payable to West End Neighborhood Association) to Dan Wright, 512 Jefferson Street.

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Recognize volunteers, Green Tour and more
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• Tuesday, August 16th, 2011
Programs and events offered by the City of Santa Rosa:

Do you know an organization or person who gives back to our city and enriches our community? Now accepting nominations! Since 1978, the S. R. City Council has granted Merit Awards to individuals, businesses and organizations who have volunteered their time and energies to serve the community and improve the quality of life in Santa Rosa. The Merit Awards acknowledge those who go above and beyond by:  beautifying our community; strengthening our neighborhoods; serving others, particularly young people, seniors and those in need;  and enriching & expanding the artistic and historical culture of the city. The deadline for nominations for the 2011 season is August 31, 2011. To nominate:  Download the interactive nomination form here! (.pdf) Email completed form to: Lbryant@srcity.org

Is your home Green? Would you like to brag? You can apply to have your home star in the Green Homes Tour on October 2nd.  The City of Santa Rosa’s Clean Energy Advocates and Solar Sonoma County are organizing a Green Homes Tour on October 22nd – Energy Efficiency and Solar in Santa Rosa! Learn how to make your home green, speak with experts, and enter the raffle to win prizes! Visit: www.srcity.org/SRGreenHomes. If you would like your home or another home to be considered for the tour email CEA@srcity.org

Operation Lifesaver. Trains are coming! Train service may start as soon as March 2011. The City of Santa Rosa would like to remind you to stay alert at railroad crossings. Never stop your vehicle on the railroad tracks. Follow all crossing sign warnings and never walk on or around train tracks.  Do not operate a cell phone without an approved hands free device. Look, Listen and Live- For more info:  Operation Lifesaver- California.

August events:

August 17th-  Water Smart Expo The City of Santa Rosa’s Water-Use Efficiency team will be hosting their annual Water Smart Expo on Wednesday, August 17th. For your education, you will find: Qualified professional landscaping and plumbing advice, information about new technology in appliances,  the most efficient irrigation products and info on available programs and rebates. Visit rainwater and graywater displays, learn about creek tours, and meet the clean energy advocate team. Questions? Call  (707) 543-3985 or : srcity.org/wue. Location: Downtown Market at the intersection of Fourth and D Streets Time: 5-8:30 pm

Do you feel that your neighborhood isn’t organized? The City of Santa Rosa would like to teach you how it’s done! S. R. Second Annual Neighborhood Summit Designed to strengthen neighborhoods and neighborhood organizations, facilitate communication in and among neighborhoods, and improve neighborhood and government partnerships. FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 6:30 – 8:30 pm at City Hall Council Chamber, 100 Santa Rosa Avenue Speaker: Amalia Alarcon de Morris, Portland’s Office of Neighborhood Involvement SATURDAY, AUGUST 20 9 am – 3 pm at Finley Community Center, 2060 West College Avenue.  A day of workshops by community leaders and a resource fair. West End Neighborhood Association Leader, Allen Thomas will discuss neighbors organizing together to fight crime. The West End Neighborhood Association has been organized for over 20 years, has a newsletter, regular meetings, events, participates in Neighborhood Watch and has an awesome website!  For more info on the West End. For more info on the Neighborhood Summit

August 29th, Monday- Free educational workshop for homeowners of historical properties. Want to learn how you can update your older home to be more energy efficient? Don’t want to lose the historical integrity in the process? This FREE workshop will cover the do’s and don’ts of energy efficiency measures without losing that historical appeal. This workshop is hosted by the City of Santa Rosa’s Clean Energy Advocates in partnership with the Cultural Heritage Board at the newly renovated Santa Rosa. RSVP here. Questions? 707-543-3886  Location: De Turk Round Barn, 819 Donahue St. Time: from 6 to 7:30p

Artist and Performers :  Share your performance dates and events with the neighborhood. Contact Lea Barron-Thomas

The West End Neighborhood where urbanism, preservation, art and people come together! For the latest updates, crime alerts, full calendar of events and photos- go the West End Neighborhood website. Click Here!

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Early August -Music, ‘Staches & Alley Cats
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• Thursday, August 04th, 2011
Can it be August already? Goodness Gracious! You can always “Wine Down” on Thursday at D’Argenzio Winery or Bocce on Friday at DeMeo Park! A few other ideas:

August 5th, Friday-  95.9 The KRUSH & EarleFest welcomes Carolyn Wonderland + Shelley King. The first 50 tickets sold at this show will receive and EarleFest discount! (Americana blues) Location: Last Day Saloon 120 Fifth St. Time: 8 P.m. door, 8:30 P.m.

Last Day Saloon

Last Day Saloon

August 5th- September 4th  Friday- Kiss Me, Kate.This raucous and riotously funny play-within-a-play explodes as our leading lady, Lilli Vanessi, is forced to play opposite her ex-husband/director/leading man, Fred Graham. Already on poor terms, the pair engage in an all-out emotional war mid-performance that threatens the production’s success. Combine Shakespeare’s timeless battle-of-the-sexes play, Taming of the Shrew, with the incomparable music and lyrics of the great Cole Porter and throw in a few gangsters what you get is a lush and sophisticated musical comedy valentine to a life in the theatre! Directed by Craig A. Miller Location: 6th Street Playhouse Time: Check website for showtimes and tickets

August 5 –  Summer Nights at Railroad Square.  A Summer Street Party featuring wine tasting, live music, outdoor dining, crafters and art. The event is free, with wine tasting available for $20 with proceeds benefiting local non-profit organizations.  Location: Historic Railroad Square- 4th Street from Wilson to Davis Street. Time: 6- 9 p.m. For more info: http://snrrs.com

August 6th, Saturday- First Saturday Clean up Help take care of restored Santa Rosa Creek flowing through the heart of downtown. Clean up and then pizza for lunch afterward. Please bring utensils so we may keep our trash impact low. Contribution to lunch, desserts, fruit and appetizers are always welcome. Stan Gow coordinates the clean up. Location: Meet at Olive Park Time: 10 a.m. First Saturday Clean Up

August 6th, Saturday- ‘Staches & Spokes- a Bicycle-themed art show! Mustache competition, live music, eats & drinks. Art by: Whiskeydrunk Cycles & the Whiskeydrome, David Farish, Wil Smith, Jacqueline Smith, Todd Barricklow, Arn Anderson, Mica Jennings and more! Location: Top Deck of the S. R. 4th Street Parking Garage Time: 3 p.m.- 8 p.m.

'Staches & Spokes

'Staches & Spokes

Aug 6th- Sat- History Walking Tours at the Rural Cemetery. Learn about the amazing lives of S. R.’s pioneers.  70 minute docent led walk through pioneer cemetery. Free admission. Donations appreciated. Location: S. R. Rural Cemetery Located at Franklin & Monroe Streets Meet at the Franklin Gate. Time: Tours leave every 20 minutes between 10a.m. to 11 a.m.  Santa Rosa Rural Cemetery

August 7th, Sunday- 4th Annual Alley Cat Race & Food Drive Bike Participants meet at THE TOAD for registration and route map at 1pm. Race will take approxiately 1 hour. Family participation encouraged!!! AFTER RACE PARTY: music, raffles and food drive fun at the TOAD until evening. WIN A BIKE, ART and other awesome things. This is a Kelly Cowan event and it supports the Redwood Empire Food Bank. Location: Toad in the Hole 116 Fifth Street Time: 1 p.m.

4th Annual Alley Cat Race

4th Annual Alley Cat Race

August 10th, Wednesday-FREE monthly workshop from the Clean Energy Advocates! Solar Hot Water Workshop! The City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocates are hosting a workshop about Solar Hot Water systems for your home on Wed. August 10th 6p-7p. Come learn from experts as they discuss how the systems work, benefits to your home, rebates available and more. RSVP here, show up or call the CEA’s with any questions 707-543-3886.  Location: 35 Stony Point Road, UFO Building, Room M Time: 6-7 p.m. For more info. visit: www.srcity.org/CEA

Clean Energy Advocate

Clean Energy Advocate

Membership Dues for the West End Neighborhood Association help pay for the costs of running the website, our meetings and events. Do you support the West End Neighborhood Association? If so, pay your dues! $10 suggested but any amount appreciated. Pay directly from the website or send check (payable to West End Neighborhood Association) to Dan Wright, 512 Jefferson Street.

 

 

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City of SR: Solar Workshop, Grants & Weeds
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• Tuesday, June 07th, 2011

June 8th, Wednesday- Free Solar Workshop. Q & A Forum, Everything you want to know about going solar! Audience encouraged to bring questions and a recent copy of your PG&E bill for advice. RSVP CEA@city.org Workshops take place the 2nd Wednesday of each month covering a different topic. Location: 35 Stony Point Road, UFO Building, Room M  Time: 6-7 p.m.  For more info or questions about the Clean Energy Advocate visit http://ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/departments/utilities/Projects/Pages/CleanEnergyAdvocate.aspx or call 707-543-3886

Grants Available- Do you have a great idea for your street, your block or your neighborhood?  The Community Advisory Board (CAB) can help you bring your ideas to life with a Community Improvement Grant up to $1,000!  Community Improvement Grants are available to neighborhood groups -Projects which encourage neighborhood or groups “sweat equity” and/or enhance working together as a team rather than mostly contracted out labor, will be given greater weight.  If you are an individual, you will need to show community involvement and “buy-in” for the project. How to Apply- applications are available at the following www.srcity.org under Neighborhood Resources or you can contact us for a hard copy at: Community Advisory Board  415 Steele Lane Santa Rosa, CA  95404  (707) 543-3710  Application Deadline:  July 1, 2011 For more info: contact Ed Buonaccorsi at 543-3710 or  edb@srcity.org.

Clean-Up Your weeds , Quick! Fire season will be here soon and so will Weed Abatement Inspections performed by the Santa Rosa Fire Department.   All parcels less than 5 acres in size must have all combustible growth in excess of 4” in height disked or mowed and then removed. Sidewalks, planter strips, alleys and ditches adjacent to your parcel are the responsibility of the property owner. Additional help and information may be found at on the Santa Rosa Fire Department’s Fire Prevention page or call the Fire Department at 707-543-3540 or weeds@srcity.org for further information about weed abatement.

SRPD CRIME STATISTICS
The Santa Rosa Police Department frequently updates it’s Crime Statistics page. One of its’ new features is an interactive crime mapping software through RAIDS Online (www.raidsonline.com) that allows residents access to information on crimes occurring in their neighborhood.

New Interactive Downtown Map- This easy-to-use map features businesses, amenities, and attractions in Courthouse Square, Railroad Square, and beyond.  You can peruse the map, search for a specific business, browse the categories, even find spaces for lease with this exciting new tool!  Interactive Downtown Map

Do you have any Pet Friendly news? a photo of your West End dog? or something else that will delight animal lovers? Email Lea Barron-Thomas

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This Weds. Night! Meeting with Asphalt Co.
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• Monday, May 16th, 2011
Over the years, many neighbors have expressed health concerns about the Asphalt Company that is located in the Maxwell Court Area. The BoDean Co. has agreed to a meeting with neighbors to discuss dust, black smoke, toxins in the air and short / long range health concerns associated with the operation of the company.

Meeting with Asphalt Co. THIS Wednesday night.

May 18th, Wednesday – Neighborhood Meeting with BoDean Co., Inc. Suppliers of Quality Aggregates & Asphalt Location: 1060 N. Dutton Ave.  Santa Rosa Time: 7 p.m. For more info on meeting: call Allen Thomas (707) 477-8422. For info on BoDean Co:   www.bodeancompany.com

We have also requested a meeting with the City of Santa Rosa to discuss this issue. We will keep you posted on that future meeting date.

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Meetings & Safe Medicine Round Up
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• Monday, April 25th, 2011

If interested, put these on your calendar:

April 28th, Thursday- COPE with Emergencies.The mission of COPE is to help residents, families, and neighborhoods become and remain better prepared to respond to and recover from emergency situations. This includes developing individual response plans, maintaining individual emergency supply kits, and outreaching to neighborhoods in the community. Location: Santa Rosa City Hall Council Chambers 100 Santa Rosa Avenue Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

C.O.P.E with Emergencies

April 29th, Friday- Free Safe Medicine Disposal. Flushing medications down the toilet may harm our local waterways because wastewater treatment plants aren’t designed to treat them.  Medicines don’t belong in the garbage either where they can also get into the landfill environment. Drop off your expired, unused and unwan ted prescription and over-the-counter drugs to Santa Rosa Police Department 965 Sonoma Ave. Santa Rosa Time: 1-5 p.m. Safe Medicine Disposal

Safe Medicine Round Up

May 3rd, Tuesday- Sustainable Solutions for Historic Homes in So. Co. Come learn about ways to make your historic home more energy efficient, ask questions to the experts and mingle with your fellow historic homeowners!  Discussion topics: Energy efficiency measures to be taken in a historic home, Financing options for energy upgrades, Resources available to guide homeowners. This free workshop is provided by the City of Santa Rosa Clean Energy Advocate Program and is offered to all Sonoma County residents. RSVP by email CEA@srcity.org or call 543-3886. Location:Utilities Field Operations Building- City of Santa Rosa 35 Stony Point Rd. Santa Rosa, CA Time: 6-7 p.m.

Sustainable Solutions for Historical Homes

Sustainable Solutions for Historical Homes

May 18th, Wednesday- Plan Bay Area Workshop. A public discussion on how to accommodate future growth. Workshop participants will use interactive web-based simulation to outline priorities, consider different growth options and see future consequences. Space is limited. RSVP at OneBayArea.org/workshops or 510-817-5831. Location: The Glaser Center 547 Mendocino Ave. Time: 5:30- 8:30 p.m.

The West End Neighborhood calendar features events, theater, music, meetings and other items that you might find of interest. To find a complete listing of everything in one place, check out the calendar.

 

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