Juneteenth at Nicholl Park
Saturday, June 20
10am-6pm
City of Richmond Juneteenth celebration
Live music & Entertainment
Cultural Performances
Food Vendors & Crafts
Family Activities
Nakele Rechenauer
Exemptions, Exclusions, and Updates from the Assessor’s Office
Friday, May 1
Vince Robb
County Assessor’s office
A run down of what the Assessor’s office does and does not do. A review of the services offered to the public, the different exemptions and exclusions that are out there for taxpayers, and touching on the new and often confusing Prop 19 that went into law just a few years ago.
Continue reading →GRID Alternatives
Friday, May 8
GRID Alternatives
Griselda Jimenez
We are a non-profit organization that makes solar energy accessible to those who need it the most. We
educate homeowners on reading their energy bills, improving energy efficiency, and applying to our free solar program.
Our goal is to reach income-qualified homeowners across the state, with a strong focus on the City of Richmond. We currently have resources available to help residents participate in a state- and city-funded energy efficiency program that supports community-led climate efforts, particularly in areas like Richmond that are disproportionately impacted by environmental and air quality issues.
Continue reading →Richmond Rotary Peace Garden & Sunshine Tiny Village
Friday, May 15
Tiny Village Spirit
Rev. Sally Hindman
Director
Along with Rotarian Mark Howe, I will provide an update on the youth tiny house village at 175 23rd Street. Our group is working to additionally create a tiny house village for adults at 1st and Nevin, connected to the Rotary Peace Garden.
We would like to collaborate with Rotary on improvements/upgrades for the Peace Garden positively engaging future village residents and the local community.
Continue reading →BARSHEEP City Trees Project
Friday, May 29
Ed Church
Berkeley Rotary President Elect
We want to reduce the Urban Heat Island effect, particularly in low-income communities along I-80, by planting trees that will shade asphalt and concrete, partnering with Rotary Clubs, City staffs and elected officials, and other community groups. We have already made a presentation to the Community Projects Committee. The presentation will illustrate the need and solutions, asking for help from Richmond Rotarians.
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