LAVTA Seeks Input on Proposed Route and Fare Changes
The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) Board of Directors has opened the public comment period and scheduled public hearings to receive feedback on two proposed changes, including a proposed increase to its fixed route and paratransit fares. LAVTA is soliciting comments on increasing the Adult Regular Single Ride fare up to $2.50 from the current fare of $2.00; increasing the Paratransit Regular Single Ride Fare up to $4.50 from the current fare of $3.75; and increasing the Clipper® Youth
Water Efficient Landscape Conversion: Rebate Rates Have Now Doubled!
That's right, you heard correctly! As of this week, the new rebate rate amounts are officially live, making it easier than ever to create a beautiful, water-wise landscape. Thirsty lawns are a thing of the past! Converting to a water-wise masterpiece is an impactful thing you can do for water conservation at home. It saves thousands of gallons annually and enhances your property's curb appeal (not to mention the added money you’ll save on your water bill!). Now, we're giving you bigger incentives to make
Las Positas College Theatre Arts Presents Richard O’Brien’s Cult Classic The Rocky Horror Show
Las Positas College’s Theatre Arts Department is thrilled to announce its fall production of Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock musical, The Rocky Horror Show. This outrageous, high-energy revival invites audiences to “do the Time Warp again” and celebrate one of the most iconic and unconventional musicals of all time. Performances will run October 23 through November 1, 2025 at the Barbara Mertes Main Stage Theater on the Las Positas College campus (3000 Campus Hill Drive, Building 4000, Livermore, CA).
Las Positas College Ranked Among California’s Best for Student ROI
Las Positas College (LPC) has been recognized as one of the top 25 community and career colleges in California delivering the highest return on investment (ROI) for students, according to Golden Returns: A Regional Look at the ROI of California’s Community and Career Colleges. The statewide analysis, conducted by the College Futures Foundation in partnership with The HEA Group, evaluated 327 institutions and more than 1.2 million students. Las Positas College ranked 20th overall, with typical students
Zone 7 Receives Highest Bond Rating from Fitch
Fitch Ratings Upgrades Zone 7’s Bond Rating to ‘AAA’ – the highest bond rating from Fitch Zone 7 Water Agency (Zone 7) has received the highest possible financial rating – ‘AAA’ from Fitch Ratings, one of the country’s top rating agencies. This follows Zone 7 receiving Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings’ highest rating of ‘AAA’ in 2023. These top ratings establish Zone 7 as one of the most financially resilient and well-managed water agencies in the state. In California, Zone 7 is one of only 12 water
Wheels Celebrates Transit Month
September is Transit Month! Wheels joins San Francisco Transit Riders and Seamless Bay Area in supporting various activities celebrating the region’s public transit. It is more important than ever before to show our elected leaders how important transit is for our region and that it needs continued funding to thrive. The month is full of exciting and interactive family friendly events. See all the events here and follow along on social media @SFTRU and @SeamlessBayArea. Wheels is supporting this year’s
Switch to Reusable Foodware with Mini-Grants from StopWaste!
Local public agency StopWaste is offering mini-grants to food businesses in Alameda County that are currently using disposable cups, plates, utensils and other foodware for dine-in customers, to switch to reusable foodware. Participating businesses receive up to $500 worth of reusable foodware and hands-on support from the Reuse Assist Program by StopWaste partner Environmental Innovations.LEARN MORE & SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION Here’s how the program works:StopWaste provides the incentive: The Reuse
CalSavers Update: Campaign Offers $500 Incentive for Early Action
Earlier this year, CalSavers shared information about California’s retirement savings program and the upcoming registration requirement for businesses with at least one employee. CalSavers is promoting an Early Incentive Campaign (EIC), designed to encourage newly mandated employers to register early for a chance to win $500. The campaign runs through November 30, focusing on small businesses with 1–4 employees that must comply with the CalSavers mandate by December 31, 2025. In total, $1 million will be
An Exhibit at the Dublin Heritage Park & Museums
DISCOVER THE FORGOTTEN HEROES OF EARLY DUBLINAn Exhibit at the Dublin Heritage Park & Museums August 2025 through February 2026
John Muir Health’s Concord Medical Center Ranks First in California and in the Top 10 Nationally for Heart Bypass Surgery Outcomes
The John Muir Health cardiac surgery program is among the best in the nation for survival rates after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery — commonly known as heart bypass surgery. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), John Muir Health’s Concord Medical Center has the highest 30-day survival rate in the state of California and is ranked #8 in the country alongside other prestigious hospitals and health systems. To earn these top rankings, the Concord Medical
CalSavers - Act Now: Avoid Penalties and Secure Your Employee's Future with CalSavers
Act Now: Avoid Penalties and Secure Your Employees' Future with CalSavers Time is running out to comply with California's CalSavers Retirement Savings Program, and failure to act could cost you. The mandate creates a legal requirement and many employers with an average of five or more employees are past their deadline to register or certify an exemption. The Program is open for employers with as few as one employee and soon it will be required for them as well – if they do not offer a qualified retirement
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Sunflower Hill Corporate Volunteer Days
Looking for a meaningful team-building opportunity? Bring your corporate team to volunteer at the Sunflower Hill Garden! Sunflower Hill provides valuable vocational, educational, and life-skills programming for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Each year, the Sunflower Hill Garden produces thousands of pounds of fresh, organic produce planted and harvested by our program participants. Corporate Volunteer Days offer your team an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact in the
