Emeryville Announcements
According to the City of Emeryville Website:
Visual Art Grant of 2024 Winner Sean Griffin Mural Reveal
Rising Sun invites you for a Mural Reveal Event by one of Emeryville's Visual Art Grant of 2024 winners!
Local artist Sean Griffin's mural, "Breaking Ground", will be revealed on Wednesday, October 16, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. The event will take place at the Rising Sun Center for Opportunity Headquarters, located at 1116 36th Street, Oakland, CA 94608.
Light refreshments will be provided. Click HERE to RSVP.
38th Annual Emeryville Art Exhibition Opening Night Reception!
Join us for the 38th Annual Emeryville Art Exhibition opening night reception!
The celebration will take place Friday, October 4th, 6 PM to 9 PM, at 5905 Shellmound Street (south end of The Public Market).
View artworks by 154 artists and enjoy music by doRiaN Mode: Vintage Jazz & Blues.
For more information
Call: 510-652-6122
E-mail: info@emeryarts.org
Visit: www.emeryarts.org
Call: 510-652-6122
E-mail: info@emeryarts.org
Visit: www.emeryarts.org
First Home Emeryville Down Payment Assistance Program
We’re excited to announce that the First Home Emeryville Down Payment Assistance Program is now LIVE! ???? If you’re a first-time homebuyer, this program offers up to $200,000 in assistance to help you purchase a home in Emeryville.
Don’t wait as the application deadline is October 4th. Visit the First Home Emeryville website to learn more and start your pre-application today.
Construction Advisory: Sustainable Streetscapes 2024 Project
The City’s Sustainable Streetscapes 2024 project continues to improve bicycle, pedestrian and vehicular facilities with striping and bikeway improvements coming up.
Recently paved streets in the City’s triangle neighborhood, 43rd, 45th, 47th, 48th, Essex and Salem Streets are currently scheduled to have the striping replaced beginning September 30th through October 11th.
Residents and businesses in the area can expect minor delays during the work as well as short term “no parking” restrictions posted in the next week.
On Shellmound Street between 62nd Street and 65th Street, the freshly paved road will have concrete curbs and striping to create a quarter mile of new Class IV Separated Bikeway, as prescribed in the City’s recently adopted Active Transportation Plan. This construction is currently scheduled to begin September 30 and continue through October 18.
Residents and businesses in the area can expect delays and “no parking” restrictions during the construction.
As construction nears, the Contractor will be notifying affected residents and businesses of the upcoming work and posting “No Parking” signage in the above areas. The notices and signage will include the specific dates and hours of construction and should be delivered/posted at least three days before the beginning of construction.
We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your cooperation in making our streets safer for bicyclists, pedestrians and motorists.
Questions? Please contact Phillip Toste at 510-596-4340 or phillip.toste@emeryville.org.
Five residents from Pacific Park Plaza have entered their art in the exhibition.
Emeryville Pride!
Come celebrate Emeryville Pride on Saturday, September 28, from 2 PM to 6 PM at The Public Market, 5959 Shelmound Street!
Hosted by Emeryville resident and drag queen, Ms. Sweet Nothing -- the event will include music, activities for families, tabling by organizations/vendors, and performances by RuPaul's Drag Race Philippines star DeeDeeHolliday!
Harvest Festival Contests!
???????? Get ready for Emeryville's Harvest Festival! ????????
Join us on Saturday, October 5, 2024, for two fun-filled events that will be hosted during the event!
???? Click here to register for the Taste of Autumn Baking Competition: Show off your baking skills and share your favorite fall flavors!
???? Click here to register for the Rottenest Dog Contest: Does your pup have a mischievous side? Let them strut their stuff!
???? Mark your calendars and sign up today to be part of the fun! Don’t miss out on this festive celebration! ????
Emeryville Accessible Living Initiative Applications Due 9/30
Make your home more accessible through the Emeryville Accessible Living Initiative! If you are an Emeryville Homeowner, Homeowners Association (HOA), or affordable rental property owner, the City of Emeryville may be able to loan you low-cost funding to make accessibility improvements.
Individual owners are eligible to borrow up to $15,000 and HOAs / affordable rental property owners can borrow up to $45,000 or half of the project costs, whichever is lower. Funds can be used to make a wide variety of improvements to make homes more accessible for seniors and people with disabilities. All work must be completed by June 30, 2025. To get more details on how to apply visit www.emeryville.org/EALI. Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2024.
Free Shuttle Service From The Emery to West Oakland BART Station
As part of the Sherwin Williams Redevelopment Project ("The Emery") community benefits, the developer has funded a shuttle from the project site to the West Oakland BART station. This free shuttle is available for everyone and is operated by the Emery Go-Round.
For the latest schedule information, visit Transportation | The Emery (liveattheemery.com)
Old Town Hall and Civic Center Exterior Painting
Emeryville Old Town Hall and Civic Center located at 1333 Park Avenue will undergo an exterior paint renovation.
Painting work is scheduled to begin September 23, 2024, Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM, and is expected to be completed within 60 working days. Building entrances will be operational during this period.
Questions may be directed to Ali Ahmadzadeh, Senior Civil Engineer, at aliahmadzadeh@emeryville.org or 510-596-3742.
The Emeryville Farmer's Market - Every Saturday, 11 AM - 3 PM
Every Saturday from 11 AM to 3 PM, join us at 4510 Hubbard Street for the Emeryville Farmer's Market.
We welcome you to come out and bring friends and family to the farmer's market where you can purchase fresh produce and vegetables.
Easily accessible parking can be found at the Emery parking garage, located on 46th Street between Hubbard Street and Horton Street. For guests parking in the Emery parking garage, the Regional Farmers' Market Association will reimburse $2 in "Market Money" that can be used anywhere in the market.
We hope to see you all out there!
Share Your Thoughts on Alameda County Fire Department Services
The Alameda County Fire Department's (ACFD) goal is to ensure they provide the highest level of service to our community. To help them achieve this, we’re reaching out to you for your valuable feedback.
ACFD invites you to take a short 10-minute survey about your experiences and perceptions of their services. Your insights are crucial in helping them understand what they're doing well and where they can improve.
Construction Advisory: Notice of Street Paving
This September and October, more than 1.8 miles of the City’s 20 miles of roadways will be repaved. During construction, the following streets and facilities will be affected:
43rd St. from San Pablo Ave. to Adeline St.
45th St. from San Pablo Ave. to Adeline St.
47th St. from Salem St. to Adeline St.
48th St. from San Pablo Ave. to City Limits
Salem St. from 43rd St. to 45th St. & 47th St. to 48th St.
Essex St. from 43rd St. to 45th St.
Doyle St. from 45th St. to Steve Dain Dr.
Steve Dain Dr. from San Pablo Ave. to ECCL Pool Entrance
Shellmound St. from 62nd St. to 65th St.
Horton St. from 45th St. to 53rd St.
Sherwin St. from Halleck St. to Hubbard St.
Construction will also add a quarter mile of new Class IV Separated Bikeways along Shellmound Street between 62nd and 65th Streets, taking a big step toward the goal of 5.6 miles of Class IV bikeways in the City’s recently adopted Active Transportation Plan.
45th St. from San Pablo Ave. to Adeline St.
47th St. from Salem St. to Adeline St.
48th St. from San Pablo Ave. to City Limits
Salem St. from 43rd St. to 45th St. & 47th St. to 48th St.
Essex St. from 43rd St. to 45th St.
Doyle St. from 45th St. to Steve Dain Dr.
Steve Dain Dr. from San Pablo Ave. to ECCL Pool Entrance
Shellmound St. from 62nd St. to 65th St.
Horton St. from 45th St. to 53rd St.
Sherwin St. from Halleck St. to Hubbard St.
Construction will also add a quarter mile of new Class IV Separated Bikeways along Shellmound Street between 62nd and 65th Streets, taking a big step toward the goal of 5.6 miles of Class IV bikeways in the City’s recently adopted Active Transportation Plan.
Beginning the week of September 2, the Contractor will be notifying affected residents and businesses of the upcoming construction and posting “No Parking” signage in the above areas. The notices and signage will include the specific dates and hours of construction and should be delivered/posted at least three days before the beginning of construction.
In addition, the City Hall parking lot is tentatively scheduled for paving on Thursday, September 12, and Friday, September 13. Visitors are requested to park in the diagonal spaces on Park Avenue on those days.
We apologize for any inconvenience but thank you for your cooperation in making our streets safer for bicyclists, pedestrians and motorists.
Questions? Contact Phillip Toste at phillip.toste@emeryville.org or 510-596-4340.
Construction Advisory: BMR Emery Yards Bioscience Project
As part of the BMR Emery Yards Bioscience Project, Horton Street, between 45th Street and 53rd Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from September 9 to September 27.
Bicycle and pedestrian traffic will be accommodated however, vehicular traffic will be detoured around the work area.
RCCD Presents "Like Water Through Rocks A 50 Year Journey" - Paintings by Michael Murphy
Rotten City Cultural District (RCCD) Presents "Like Water Through Rocks A 50 Year Journey" - Paintings by Michael Murphy
This exhibition is intended to show the continuity in a painter's evolution over fifty years in pursuit of a good painting. Trained in traditional painting and medical rendering, everything began with the human figure, but once the power and beauty of abstract painting became clear, it was irresistible. This is a brief record of that long journey into abstraction.
Location: 5612 Bay Street (adjacent to H&M Man, Bay Street Shopping Center)
Dates: September 6 to October 6, Thursday through Sunday, 5 PM - 8 PM or by appointment
Book appointments by e-mailing support@rottencityculturaldistrict.com or calling (510) 654-4349.
The New City News & Activity Guide Fall 2024
"Discover the City of Emeryville’s Fall 2024 City News & Activity Guide! https://www.ci.emeryville.ca.us/418/Activity-Guide
Stay informed on community events, classes, and activities for all ages.
Explore new opportunities, connect with neighbors, and enjoy Fall in Emeryville! ????????"
Stay informed on community events, classes, and activities for all ages.
Explore new opportunities, connect with neighbors, and enjoy Fall in Emeryville! ????????"
Nature Pop-up Series!
Emeryville Children & Nature is gearing up to bring the benefits of nature into our city through the first part of our free nature pop-up series. Children of all ages are invited to join us on the following dates for an opportunity to explore nature through CREATIVITY, CURIOSITY, and PLAY!
Each event will feature our inspiring nature collection and local nature experts. Visit our events page for additional information and updates.
Saturday, October 5
11 AM - 4 PM at Huchiun Park for the Emeryville Harvest Festival
Visit our pop-up booth at this annual festival to get creative with our Create-with-Nature materials! Also visit with our special collaborator and experience the live animals they will be bringing to this event!
11 AM - 4 PM at Huchiun Park for the Emeryville Harvest Festival
Visit our pop-up booth at this annual festival to get creative with our Create-with-Nature materials! Also visit with our special collaborator and experience the live animals they will be bringing to this event!
Saturday, November 2
10 AM - 1 PM at Temescal Creek Park
Golden Gate Bird Alliance will lead us in exploring our local birds and the Temescal Creek watershed ecosystem. Join us for a nature walk and learn more about Emeryville’s underground creek, past and present, and be inspired by its potential in the future!
10 AM - 1 PM at Temescal Creek Park
Golden Gate Bird Alliance will lead us in exploring our local birds and the Temescal Creek watershed ecosystem. Join us for a nature walk and learn more about Emeryville’s underground creek, past and present, and be inspired by its potential in the future!
Placemaking in the Urban Environment—Eco-Art at Big Daddy’s
Big Daddy’s Complete Rejuvenating Community Garden
3601 Peralta Street, Emeryville, 94608
Big Daddy's Complete Rejuvenating Community Garden, at 3601 Peralta Street in Emeryville, is pleased to host a series of Sunday afternoon events & art installations.
Admission is free and the site is wheelchair accessible. Funding provided by Rotten City Cultural District Grant. For more info, please go to vickiejosowell.com.
2:00 PM Sunday, October 13th Closing Reception.
Artist talks by Judith Blankman and Christina Bertea, Introduced by Vickie Jo Sowell
Department of Toxic Substance Control Work Notice
PHASE 1 ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANUP and DEMOLITION WORK to BEGIN at FORMER MARCHANT/WHITNEY SITE
Phase 1 - May 28, 2024, through June 2025
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) is distributing this notice to inform you of environmental cleanup work at the Former Marchant/Whitney property (Site) at 5679 Horton Street, Emeryville, CA 94608. Work at the 1.75-acre Site will be done in four phases over several years, and will address contamination in Soil (cadmium, total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH), trichloroethene (TCE), volatile organic compounds or VOCs), Groundwater (TPH, TCE, and VOCs), and Soil Vapor (TCE and VOCs in air pockets in soil). Phase 1 work begins on May 28 and will occur Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding holidays.
Phase 1 will include: 1) Demolishing a building and foundation and transporting materials to a disposal facility (asphalt and concrete may be recycled if free of residual contaminants); 2) Excavating 19,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil/debris to five feet below ground across the entire Site, and disposing it at permitted facilities (the northeastern part of the Site will be excavated to ten feet below ground due to higher levels of contaminants); and 3) backfilling excavations with clean soil and paving the Site. Figure 1 (click to view) shows the Site location and work areas.
Work zones will be fenced off for public safety. Air Monitoring of work areas and the Site perimeter will be conducted to be protective of the community and ensure work stoppage for sustained winds above 20 mph or gusts above 25 mph. A Protective Noise Barrier will be put in place to reduce noise impacts to neighboring buildings. Traffic flaggers will manage vehicle and pedestrian traffic for trucks entering/exiting the Site. Before leaving the Site, trucks will be tarped and have tires cleaned to prevent airborne dust.
There will be an Industrial Canopy covering the northeastern part of the Site where contamination levels are highest to control dust, vapor, and odors during excavations. The Canopy will be equipped with a negative pressure ventilation system to control the release of VOCs. Air inside the tent will be filtered prior to venting out. Water, spray foam, and plastic sheeting will be used to control dust, vapors, and odors when handling soil outside of the tent.
Phase 1 Work Impacts will include noise and vibrations from heavy construction equipment (drill rigs, backhoes, excavators, large trucks) and traffic controls. Up to approximately 160 trucks per day may enter/exit the Site. Trucks will exit the Site going north on Horton Street, then east on Stanford Avenue, and on to the freeway (Interstate 80).
The building demolition and soil excavation is the first of the four environmental cleanup phases for the Site. Phase 2 will include the application of heat under the ground with extraction of groundwater and VOCs from soil vapor which may take 2 years. The beginning of this phase will be a busy construction period (3-6 months) involving drilling for installation of thermal probes, wells, and extraction equipment.
Phase 3 may take 30 years for cleanup of groundwater for residual contaminants. The first few months of this phase will also have a busy construction phase involving drilling wells and making injections for groundwater cleanup. Periodically, additional injections to groundwater may occur with trucks moving activated charcoal in and out of the site for maintenance of the remediation equipment. Phase 4 may continue for an indefinite period to monitor natural reduction in strength of the contaminants in groundwater.
Where Can You Get More Information? Please visit: www.envirostor.dtsc.ca.gov (Search for “60001628” or type “Marchant/Whitney” and select from the drop-down menu)
DTSC CONTACT INFORMATION:
• Tom Price, Project Manager, (510) 540-3811 or Thomas.Price@dtsc.ca.gov
• James Gambrell, Public Participation Specialist, (510) 529-7199 or James.Gambrell@dtsc.ca.gov
• For Media Inquiries: Russ Edmondson, Public Information Officer, (916) 323-3372 or Russ.Edmondson@dtsc.ca.gov
• Tom Price, Project Manager, (510) 540-3811 or Thomas.Price@dtsc.ca.gov
• James Gambrell, Public Participation Specialist, (510) 529-7199 or James.Gambrell@dtsc.ca.gov
• For Media Inquiries: Russ Edmondson, Public Information Officer, (916) 323-3372 or Russ.Edmondson@dtsc.ca.gov