“I am honored to serve as your District 2 Concord City Council representative. I ask once again for your support so I can continue to fight for what matters most to you.”
Councilmember Carlyn Obringer comments prior to the vote on Concord First Partners on 01/28/23. The proposal to extend the term sheet was voted down 3-2 with Councilmember Obringer voting it down.
Contra Costa Friends: I'm thrilled to share that the U.S. Navy has officially approved the Term Sheet for the redevelopment of the former Concord Naval Weapons Station: https://www.cityofconcord.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/926 We have never made it this far in this redevelopment process. Reaching agreement on the price and terms of payment for the former Concord Naval Weapons Station property is a key milestone as it allows for the master developer, @BGRE to proceed with the drafting of a Specific Plan. While we were waiting for the Navy to sign this agreement, I invited leadership from the Bay Area Council to tour the site, including CEO Libby Schaaf. Having the Bay Area Council engaged strengthens Concord’s voice in broader conversations about housing, transportation, and economic development across the Bay Area. I look forward to continuing to work in partnership with community to realize the worldclass community vision outlined in the Concord Reuse Area Plan over a decade ago.
As a Concord City Councilmember, East Bay Economic Development Alliance board member, and member of the Green Empowerment Zone Board, job creation and retention, especially in the clean manufacturing space, is very important to me. I recently attended the Bay Area Manufacturing Conference at the Zero Net Energy Center in San Leandro. The conference was presented in partnership with the Association of Manufacturers Bay Area, Bay Area High-Road Manufacturing Initiative, the East Bay Economic Development Alliance, and EASTBAYWorks, and brought together manufacturers, workforce and economic development organizations, educators, labor representatives, and other industry partners. My conversation with the Mayor of San Leandro and the panel discussions and keynote speakers reinforced the value of collaboration among industry, education, workforce development, and government in building a stronger and more resilient regional manufacturing ecosystem.
Discussions focused on trends shaping Bay Area manufacturing and strategies for growing quality, high-road jobs. Similar to last week’s Industrial and Manufacturing Conference, speakers emphasized the importance of speed and predictability in permitting and approvals, as well as engaging with local jurisdictions early to establish relationships and help ensure a smooth development process. Power demand and the challenges associated with meeting manufacturers’ growing energy needs were also key topics.
It was nice to reconnect with old friends like Alex and Dee and meet new ones like Cecille while cleaning up Alex's Garden located at the intersection of Solano and Grant. The agave plants, Pride of Barbados and fig trees are thriving and add a lovely visual to a formerly blighted CalTrans property.
Date night doesn’t have to be fancy to be fun! After a long week, my husband, Justin, and I recently enjoyed a casual #datenight at @legendsatdiablocreek We shared a pretzel, a crab melt, and the jambalaya pasta. Everything was delicious! If you haven't been to Legends (4050 Port Chicago Highway, Concord), lately, it's worth another visit for a chill night out with your significant other or friends.
