Former Supervisor Keith Carson

ICYMI: Be sure to check out all of the wonderful photos and video messages paying tribute to Supervisor Carson as he retires from 32 years of service: tinyurl.com/ThankYouKC

Monday, January 6, 11 AM, 1221 Oak St., Oakland: Supervisor Carson invites the community celebrate the renaming of the County Administration Building to “The Susan S. Muranishi County of Alameda Administration Building,” honoring long-time County Administrator Susan Muranishi.

Alameda County Vision 2036: I am so proud of what we have accomplished together over the years - the future of Alameda County looks bright! youtu.be/m7y9kzxncws?si…

If you would like to know more about the procedures to appoint a new District Attorney for Alameda County and/or you are interested in applying for the vacancy, visit bos.acgov.org. Deadline to submit an application is January 6, 2025.

Join the Alameda County Measure C CAC for one of their upcoming listening sessions. This is your opportunity to share your input and inform the Measure C program plan and budget. Food and child care will be provided. Visit bit.ly/F5ListeningSes… for more information.

The Alameda County Arts Commission has announced the 2025 ARTSFUND Grant Program for Alameda County nonprofit arts organizations. Information can be found at the Arts Commission website: arts.acgov.org/artsfund. The application deadline is February 6, 2025.

More than 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with invasive cervical cancer each year, but the disease is preventable with vaccination and appropriate screening. Learn more from the National Cervical Cancer Coalition at nccc-online.org. #CervicalHealthMonth

Happy New Year, District 5!

COVID is not over! If you are looking for the latest information on COVID for Alameda County, visit covid-19.acgov.org to find everything you need, from infection data to where to get vaccinated.

If you or someone you know is in need of a warm place for respite during the cold and wet weather, check out the list of Alameda County Winter Shelter Resources: tinyurl.com/2jh6fu8v

Make the new year a healthy one! Protect yourself and your fellow partygoers from catching respiratory viruses - test before you go, wash your hands often, stay home if you're sick, mask in crowded indoor spaces, cover coughs/sneezes, and stay up to date on vaccines.

The Cow Palace is invites Bay Area High School Artists to participate in the 2025 Step Into the Light Youth-Arts Competition, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. Submission Deadline: January 24, 2025, 6:00 PM Learn more: tinyurl.com/2pxvxhpd

Alameda County offices will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in observance of the New Year holiday.

Heads up, BART riders: Fares will increase beginning next Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Learn more: tinyurl.com/2vfyw9v7

From our friends at StopWaste: Did you upgrade your TV, sound system, computer, or other electronics or plan to? Before you dispose of your items, explore StopWaste’s RE:Source guide for alternative options like reuse, repair or recycling at resource.stopwaste.org.

Spread holiday cheer, not germs - wash your hands or use sanitizer often for a healthy new year!

Help strengthen Alameda County's mental health and wellness programs to better serve our community over the next year. Take a brief survey (available in English, Spanish, & Chinese): tinyurl.com/5n7m7ype Survey will be available through December 31, 2024.

Team Carson wishes you all a joyful and bright Kwanzaa! May this season of unity, love, and gratitude bring peace and prosperity to you and your loved ones.

Warmest wishes to all on this first night of #Hanukkah!

Team Carson wishes all who are celebrating today a very Merry Christmas!