Ahead of First Atmospheric River of the Season, PG&E Readies Resources, Crews to Support Customers and HometownsAhead of the first significant storm of the season, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) has mobilized crews and resources in key regions to respond to potential storm-related damage and power outages and is opening its Emergency Operations Center in Vacaville to assist in the coordination of storm response and restoration efforts. According to PG&E Meteorologist Scott Strenfel, an
The Chabot-Las Positas Community College District (CLPCCD) will welcome two new trustees to its board following the results of the November 5th election. Hector Garcia was elected to represent Area 1, which encompasses parts of Hayward. Catheryn Grier will represent Dublin and Northeast Pleasanton as the Area 5 Trustee. Two incumbents whose seats were up for reelection will be returning to serve another term. Maria Heredia, representing Area 4 (Castro Valley, East San Lorenzo, Sunol, and areas of
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Dear Colleagues, As announced last week, I will be assuming the role of Chief Operating Officer for Stanford Health Care, effective January 13, 2025. In this capacity, I will oversee daily operations across the Stanford Health Care enterprise system, including operational responsibility for Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley and Stanford Medicine Partners. This new opportunity presents tremendous potential as we continue our work in advancing health care delivery across the system. As part of this
As the holidays approach, children, youth, and families in foster care face unique challenges that often go unnoticed. With a $50 donation, you can make a meaningful difference in their lives by providing essential items like holiday gifts, clothing, and personal care products. Your support reminds foster children they are valued, loved, and not forgotten during this special time of year.Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, foster families can experience the joy of Winter activities and holiday
Imagine combining the passion and understanding of your personal relationship with the strategic acumen needed for a successful business. Starting a business with your partner promises not only potential economic gain but also the unique opportunity to grow closer through shared challenges and triumphs. Yet, while the concept is enticing, it demands careful orchestration of communication, financial planning, and mutual respect. In this article, embark on an exploration of key insights and strategies
Las Positas College Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting and Official Opening of New Viticulture and Winery Technology Facility Las Positas College (LPC) is pleased to announce the official opening of its Viticulture and Winery Technology Facility, a cutting-edge educational space designed to enhance student learning and career readiness in the growing wine industry. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on November 19, 2024, at 3:30 PM at Las Positas College, 3000 Campus Hill Drive, in Livermore. This event is
What: Las Positas College (LPC), in partnership with the Livermore Police Department, will host a free catalytic converter etching event for the community. Catalytic converters will be etched with a unique identification number, making them less attractive to thieves and easier to trace if stolen. This service is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and no appointments are necessary. Please note that individuals must provide control of the vehicle to a technician to drive it onto the vehicle lift
We are proud to share with you our 2022-23 annual report to the community, Together We Achieve More. Additionally, you will find information from our most recent Economic Impact Report. Thank you for your partnership! 25,642Total Student Headcount2,854Degrees1,213CertificatesView the annual report 2022-23 Annual Report Economic Impact Report This report assesses the impact of Chabot-Las Positas Community College District on the Alameda County economy and the benefits generated
Support Hope Hospice patient care and community programs by attending the Third Annual Crab Feed! Saturday, February 15, 2025 Shannon Center, Dublin 11600 Shannon Center Dublin, CA 94568 Event Schedule 5 p.m. Doors open for social hour, raffle sales, and a cash bar6 p.m. Dinner service begins7:15 p.m. Live auction of desserts9 p.m. Farewell! Ticket Options $90 per person$900 for a Table of Ten Get tickets at Hope Hospice Crab Feed This event is restricted to individuals aged 21
Las Positas College (LPC) has been awarded a $2.998 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Developing Hispanic-Serving Institutions (DHSI) Program. This five-year grant will fund the college’s project, Guided Pathways Implementation as a Catalyst for Institutional Transformation, aimed at improving support for Hispanic/Latinx and low-income students.Starting on November 1, 2024, the project will focus on recruiting students from high schools and the local community, providing comprehensive
Congressman DeSaulnier presents award for hydrogen fueling station expansion.The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA), operator of Wheels bus service in the Tri-Valley, has gratefully accepted a 3-million-dollar federal funding award to expand a hydrogen fueling station supporting Wheels bus fleet expansion. The agency was proud to host Congressman Mark DeSaulnier and Karrington Hendrix representing the office of Congressman Eric Swalwell. “Today we celebrate the bold leadership of our
Student journalists from Las Positas College (LPC) brought home an impressive 19 awards, including six first-place honors, at the recent NorCal Regional Conference for the Journalism Association of Community Colleges (JACC). This success, highlighted by the coveted General Excellence Award for The Express newspaper, caps off a remarkable season of accolades for LPC's Journalism and Media Studies (JAMS) Department.In addition to the JACC honors, LPC students have also garnered statewide recognition at the
WHAT: It’s the season of giving — and what better gift to give than life-saving blood products? The holidays can be a particularly challenging time to collect enough blood for local patients, so as special thank you, Stanford Blood Center is giving away a long-sleeve holiday t-shirt to each donor from November 1 – December 17. This collectible shirt will only be available this year, so get it while you can!For more details on the promotion, please visit Stanford Blood
DUSD Community,As part of a recent weekly update, I informed you of our desire to create a graduate profile for DUSD. A graduate profile is a set of skills, competencies, and dispositions that we aim for our students to possess when they graduate from our schools. It goes beyond academic achievement and encompasses qualities such as critical thinking, communication skills, creativity, and a sense of social responsibility. The graduate profile serves as a guide — from TK-12 — for our educational goals. It
LPC Talk Hawks Speech and Debate Team fly high at Golden Gate Opener, winning first place and 50 individual awards The Las Positas College (LPC) Talk Hawks Speech and Debate Team is having a banner year, showcasing its talents both nationally and internationally. Most recently, the Talk Hawks took home the First-Place Sweepstakes Award at the Golden Gate Opener (GGO) Forensics Speech and Debate Tournament, hosted at San Francisco State University from September 27-28, 2024. Competing against 23 teams, the
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Pleasanton, CA - Tampa Bay Downs and Colonial Downs announcer Jason Beem will be calling the first four weeks of racing action, and Bill Downes, who served most recently as the voice of Golden Gate Fields, will call the balance of the Inaugural season at Golden State Racing in Pleasanton, California which kicks off on Saturday, October 19. Seattle-area native Beem has been calling races since 2006 with stops at Portland Meadows, River Downs, Louisiana Downs, Monmouth Park, and Gulfstream Park West. He
Sueños: Our American MusicalPowerful New Work by Award-Winning Playwright and Composer Jesse J. Sanchez Las Positas College (LPC) is thrilled to announce the first theater presentation of Sueños: Our American Musical, an original production by celebrated playwright and composer Jesse J. Sanchez. Opening on March 21, 2025, at the Mertes Center for the Arts, this groundbreaking contemporary musical, produced in collaboration with The Actors Conservatory at LPC, celebrates the rich tapestry of
Youth Programs Bolster Transit Trial and Service Success LIVERMORE, Calif.– The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA), operator of Wheels bus service in the Tri-Valley, continues to see ridership increases highlighting the success of its “Wheels in Motion” network realignment. In August 2024, the Wheels system saw approximately 126,000 boardings, a 7% year-over-year increase. Total systemwide ridership for the year was over 1.35 million passengers, an increase of 18% over the prior fiscal
Imagine tapping into marketing strategies that have the uncanny ability to thrive regardless of the era. These aren’t just relics of the past; they are time-tested techniques that have seamlessly adapted to the digital age, continuing to yield impressive results. Welcome to a journey where traditional marketing methods are rejuvenated with modern tweaks, proving their enduring relevance. Whether you’re a seasoned marketer or a business owner aiming to sharpen your strategy, the following insights will
Levi’s® Stadium Renews Partnership with the ACE® train to Enhance Fan Experience with Special Game-Day Service Levi’s® Stadium and the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) are thrilled to share that they will be renewing their partnership to encourage visitors to take public transportation to select events hosted at the stadium. The goal is to make sure that attendees from the Central Valley and Tri-Valley have a convenient, car-free option to reach the stadium with special train service provided
This is not a comment on the actual item or service you sell but in how you present it. If you’re not using your audience’s language and talking to a need they’ve identified, you’re fighting a marketing battle, and you need to change that today. Here’s why: Years ago, I worked with a client who used a term I had never heard before. She wasn’t selling to NASA or some market ladened in acronyms. It was a common audience, albeit somewhat younger than me. But when she insisted she was the leader of this
As a business owner, you are well-served by collecting emails and running an email marketing campaign if for no other reason than to remain top-of-mind with your customers. When they’re getting emails from you with exciting news and great deals (who couldn’t use those these days?) they’ll get used to hearing from you and seeing your name. But you want to do more than just be recognizable and remain top-of-mind. You want your emails to drive purchases. Even if you don’t sell online, emails are an
Even with costs escalating, consumers are increasingly making purchasing decisions based on a company's values. Sustainability and transparency are no longer just buzzwords – they're key factors influencing brand loyalty and attracting a new generation of eco-conscious customers. According to recent research, consumers sustainability demands are rising and customers are willing to pay more for it. Now is the ideal time to embrace going green for more green. It’s More Than Just Saving the
Small business owners and solopreneurs learn quickly that they must wear many hats. While this ability to work in every area of their business may save money in the short term, it doesn't take long to understand that multitasking can be bad for business. When your focus is diluted across many channels and business goals, you may find that you do a little bit of everything but never solidly complete anything. You spend a good part of your day putting out fires and starting projects and at the end may realize
Ask yourself a simple question—what’s holding your potential customers back from buying from you? You might think cost. Perhaps it’s ease of purchase (online ordering), location, or not knowing about you. But there could be something much easier to fix than cutting your prices, moving, or rebranding/launching a huge marketing campaign. While all these things are important—pricing, location, and top-of-mind recognition—there is something else you could be doing to get more people in your business. You
Chabot-Las Positas Community College District (CLPCCD) Chancellor Ronald P. Gerhard was recognized on February 22, 2024 with the Harry Buttimer Distinguished Administrator Award, a prestigious statewide recognition. It was presented to him by the Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA) at their 48th annual conference. First presented in 1986, The Harry Buttimer Distinguished Administrator Award was named after Harry Buttimer, a founding member of the ACCCA. The award
Under California state law, your property tax may increase due to “New Construction” activity. “New Construction” refers to any improvements to your home other than normal maintenance or repair. When construction is performed, the changed or new portion of your home may be reassessed at market value, thus increasing your property’s assessment value. How does our office determine market value of your new construction? If the new construction project is only partially completed on the January 1st
If you are interested in getting married in-person at the Clerk-Recorder’s Oakland Office, please schedule an appointment through our online reservation system or by calling 510-272-6362. You should complete the marriage license application online prior to your arrival. A maximum of 25 guests are permitted to attend the ceremony. Please arrive at least twenty minutes prior to your wedding ceremony appointment to allow time to check in. I am excited to announce that the Alameda County
For years now, marketers have touted word-of-mouth marketing as the most powerful, influential, and effective marketing out there. Business owners heeding this advice have begged, borrowed, and bribed people to review them. But it’s been an uphill battle for most. That’s because when customers have a good (or even great) experience, they are less likely to review a product or service than when they are disgruntled. What can we say? People enjoy mudslinging. To build greater customer loyalty,
In the summer of 2023 an American Flag retirement drop box was installed at the Dublin Camp Parks Military Center. The Military Center is located outside and to the left of the Camp Parks main gate on Dougherty Road. U.S. flags no longer fit for display, for reasons such as tearing, fraying or fading can be placed in the box during the Center's visiting hours, daily from 11:00 AM till 5:00 PM. As a joint venture with Dublin/Pleasanton American Legion Post 237 the box was built and installed by the
The Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) Board of Directors unanimously approved the agencies proposed Wheels in Motion network expansion and service enhancements at the January board meeting. The preferred bus network was selected after careful analysis of community and rider survey results and stakeholder feedback collected through Fall 2023. The new network provides more community coverage and improves weekend service. For commuters, the most significant change will be adjustment of Wheels
Effective December 11, 2023 Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA) will implement additional afternoon Wheels bus service for Dublin High School. A new 501A run will run later and add student capacity. 501A services East Dublin, traveling along Tassajara and Fallon, terminating at Positano and Valentano. This new 501A will depart later, 30 to 60 minutes after the first run. The change creates seating for additional weekday student capacity to accommodate the high ridership on the 501
Launching a business is a thrilling journey filled with possibilities and challenges. While no year is without challenges, the first few are particularly so for most businesses. Many naive owners think that if they can make it through the first year, their success is guaranteed. However, that isn’t the case. The first year actually has the lowest failure rate. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, approximately 20% of small businesses fail within their first year. The failure rate increases to 30% by
Starting and managing a business is no small feat. While you may feel empowered to start a business or work for yourself, it can be daunting. You may be facing a myriad of fears and uncertainties. Unfortunately, there’s no magical time that they go away. It’s not like once you pass the five-year mark, you become fearless. No, you must work at that and leverage your resources. So, let’s explore the most common fears for business owners and the strategies for addressing them. One solution that can
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Do you have a limited marketing budget? Do you think what you can accomplish with your budget is less than ideal because you don’t have the money of a large company? While that may seem true, there is one thing you can do to really move the dial and maximize your small marketing budget. Sure, there are many ways to get “free” marketing through social media and growing your referral network but using funds in a targeted way can have a huge impact on obtaining more customers and showing the community who
As an established entrepreneur will tell you, learning on the job is key to being successful at running a business. New entrepreneurs are bound to make mistakes, given the sheer amount of responsibility on their shoulders. However, instead of letting mistakes hold you back, the correct approach is to use them as a learning experience to make better decisions in the future. In this article, we explore a handful of common mistakes most new small business owners make and some helpful tips for minimizing and
In today's business world, it's more important than ever to keep up with the latest digital innovations. By harnessing the power of technology, small businesses can level the playing field and compete with larger businesses. Courtesy of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, here is a collection of great advice on some ways that small businesses can use digital innovation to grow.Using AI Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a thing of the future — it's here now, and it's changing the business landscape.
Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy, and during the holidays, they need our support more than ever. A strong holiday shop local campaign can benefit not just individual businesses, but also the entire community. When you spend your money at a locally owned business, more of that money stays in the community. That's because locally-owned businesses tend to buy from other local businesses, and they're also more likely to reinvest their profits in the community. This strengthens the
It's no secret that we may be heading for a recession. And while that may be bad news for the economy as a whole, it doesn't have to be doom and gloom for your small business. With a little preparation, you can weather any economic downturn and come out the other side stronger than ever. Here's how courtesy of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce:Resist Layoffs A recession can be a tough time for any business. Orders dry up, customers disappear and profits dwindle. In response, many companies take the drastic
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