Hon. Mayor and Members of the City Council:

This is the report for the week ending October 29th, 2021.

Meeting Notes

The next Regular City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 2nd, 2021. Closed Session begins at 5:00 P.M., followed by the Regular Meeting of the Richmond City Council at 6:30 P.M. The agenda may be found by clicking this link.

Upcoming Events

Senior Thanksgiving Celebration

Join other Richmond residents at the virtual Senior Thanksgiving Celebration! The event will take place on Zoom on Thursday, November 18th from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. For more information, contact the Annex Senior Center at 510-620-6812 or email Tania Swartz at tania_swartz@ci.richmond.ca.us.

To join us, click here!
Meeting ID: 985 4208 2222
Passcode: 366657

Exhibitor Applications Open for the Craneway Craft Fair- 50th Annual KPFA Holiday Benefit

The City Manager’s Office, Economic Development, Environmental and Health Initiatives Division encourages Richmond artists, craftspeople, non-profits, makers, and fair traders to consider applying for the Craneway Craft Fair- 50th Annual KPFA Holiday Benefit. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and read the Exhibitor FAQ before applying. The application can be found at, www.cranewaycraftfair.com/artcraftapplication.

The Craneway Craft Fair - 50th Annual KPFA Holiday Benefit will be held on November 27th and 28th from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. For event details visit, www.cranewaycraftfair.com, or follow them on Instagram.

City Clerk’s Office

City Of Richmond Redistricting

Visit: http://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/4099/Redistricting-Pre-2021-Census

Public Participation Map Kits are available under the "Draw Map" tab on the webpage. Blank paper maps are available in the lobby of the City Hall Building located at 450 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond. Find your current district using the Interactive Mapping Tool

City of Richmond Redistricting Process

Every ten years, local governments use new census data to redraw their district lines to reflect how local populations have changed. Assembly Bill 849 (2019) requires cities and counties to engage communities in the redistricting process by holding public hearings and/or workshops and doing public outreach, including to non-English-speaking communities.

What is redistricting?

Every ten years, districts must be redrawn so that each district is substantially equal in population. This process, called redistricting, is important in ensuring that each city councilmember represents about the same number of constituents. In Richmond, the City Council is responsible for drawing council districts. Redistricting is done using U.S. Census data, which is released around March 31, 2021. For the City of Richmond, the redistricting process must be completed by April 17, 2022.

Why does redistricting matter to me?

Redistricting determines which neighborhoods and communities are grouped together into a district for purposes of electing a councilmember. 
The City Council will seek input in selecting the next district map for our City Council. You have an opportunity to share with the City Council how you think district boundaries should be drawn to best represent your community. 
You can contact the City Clerk via email to CityClerkDept@ci.richmond.ca.us or at (510) 620-6513 to find out more about how the process works.

What do the existing council districts look like?

You can find a map of the City’s current council districts here: Interactive Mapping Tool

What criteria will our City Council use when drawing district lines?

1.     Federal Laws 
Equal Population (based on total population of residents as determined by the most recent federal decennial census and adjusted to reassign incarcerated persons to the last known place of residence)
Federal Voting Rights Act
No Racial Gerrymandering

2. California Criteria for Cities (to the extent practicable and in the following order of priority)
Geographically contiguous (areas that meet only at the points of adjoining corners are not contiguous.  Areas that are separated by water and not connected by a bridge, tunnel, or ferry service are not contiguous.
Undivided neighborhoods and “communities of interest” (Socio-economic geographic areas that should be kept together for purposes of its effective and fair representation)
Easily identifiable boundaries
Compact (Do not bypass one group of people to get to a more distant group of people)
Prohibited: “Shall not favor or discriminate against a political party.”

How will our City Council notify the public about redistricting?

The City Council will reach out to local media to publicize the redistricting process. Also, we will make a good faith effort to notify community groups of various kinds about the redistricting process. Our public hearings or workshops will be provided in applicable languages if residents submit a request in advance. The City Council will notify the public about redistricting hearings or workshops, post maps online before adoption, and create a dedicated web page for all relevant information about the redistricting process.

How can I get involved?

The City Council will be holding hearings or workshops to receive public input on where district lines should be drawn. Those hearings or workshops will be held on:

City Manager’s Office, Economic Development

Artist Database Form

The City of Richmond Artist Database Form is an opportunity for local artists from all media and genres available for art projects in Richmond to provide their information to the City. If you are a local artist, please fill out this form: City of Richmond Artist Database Form.

Please note: This survey is a public document and the responses are subject to public disclosure under the Public Records Act. In response to a Public Records Request, the City does not disclose personal emails and personal phone numbers. If a Public Records Act Request arises, the City will produce the record but redact the personal information.

The Lab and The Accelerator at ICA

The City Manager's Office, Economic Development is excited to share two ICA grant opportunities: The Accelerator and The Lab. ICA’s mission is to close the racial and gender wealth gap by assisting businesses—owned and operated by people of color and women in particular—with growth acceleration through mentorship and investments. Since 1996, ICA has assisted over 700 entrepreneurs and businesses in need of funding and expansion generate over $1B in revenues. Is your business for profit, located in the Bay Area, focused on strategic growth and been in operation for at least one year? Then these two grant opportunities may be right for your business. The grants are for businesses looking to raise growth capital; hone growth strategy, people strategy and better articulate why you are scalable and investable; or need capital to help achieve your next growth milestone.

The Lab at ICA is an accelerator program for early stage, high-growth companies looking to strengthen business fundamentals, scale, & get ready for capital. Qualified companies are eligible for up to $50K in investment.
The Accelerator at ICA is ICA’s flagship program designed for later stage companies looking to implement growth, people, & investment strategies. Qualifying participants are eligible for up to $500K in investment.

Applications are due December 1, 2021, and are reviewed on a rolling basis. Application questions can be sent to hannah@ica.fund.

Request for Proposal (RFP) Now Open

On October 7, 2021, the City Manager’s Office, Economic Development released a Request for Proposals (RFP) through BidsOnline to solicit the professional services of a qualified organization to assist in the development and implementation of a community driven workforce development plan using a Green-Blue New Deal and Just Transition Framework. All proposals must be submitted via the electronic BidsOnline system by November 2, 2021 at 3:00 PM

Interested parties may download copies of the RFP by visiting the City's website, www.ci.richmond.ca.us/bids. New vendors will be required to register to BidsOnline. All questions must be submitted via the electronic BidsOnline system on the Question & Answers (Q&A) tab by 5:00 PM PT October 20, 2021. If the City finds it necessary to issue an addendum, prospective Offerors will receive an email notification of addendum. Otherwise, answers to questions received will be provided on the Q&A tab. It is the proposer’s responsibility to periodically check the BidsOnline website www.ci.richmond.ca.us/bids for any possible addendum to the RFP that may have been posted.

Any party submitting a proposal shall not contact or lobby any City Councilmember, City official, employee (except those specified for contact) or agent regarding the RFP. Any party attempting to influence or circumvent the RFP, bid submittal, and review process may have their qualifications rejected for violating this provision of the RFP. 

For more information please visit, Green-Blue New Deal and Just Transition | Richmond, CA - Official Website

Internal Services

Information Technology

Website Statistics

KCRT Datanet For The Week

KCRT TV Channel 28 - New Episodes Of Current Programming

New Segment / Series Episode

• New “NewsBytes” segment: Fire Chief Swearing-In Ceremony
• New episodes of “The Jet Set,” “Eat Well Be Happy,” “Classic Movies,” “Colour in Your Life,” and “Creature Features”
• Multiple new episodes of “Sidewalks Entertainment” during the week

Recent Segments

• “NewsBytes” Segments: Clean Air Day, National Night Out 2021, Ookwe Park Celebration, Yellow Brick Road, Transit Re-Grand Opening and BOLT Bike Sharing
• ”Your Future, Your Choice: Life after High School,” six short presentations that cover options and resources for four-year colleges, community colleges, and the building trades (video courtesy of Library and Doug Harris).
• Revised edition of GRIP Alternatives No-Cost Solar Workshop
• Hacienda Groundbreaking
• Diversity Flag Raising
• RPD: Stop The Hate
• Redesign Shields-Reid Park
• Hope and Healing

You may find the full schedule at http://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/3176/Schedule

Library and Community Services

Community Services (Recreation)

Candy Cane Basketball Tournament – One Day Only!

Registration is now open for the Candy Cane Basketball tournament! Sign up online at tinyurl.com/richmondrecreation or visit in person for coaches at the Rec Complex (3230 Macdonald Ave.). Call 510-620-6960 for more information.

Developing Personal Resources Center (DPRC): Virtual Mind Excursion through Music

Every Wednesday come take a musical mind excursion. Where your musical destination is only limited by your imagination. Clients chose different genres and themes that take them on an adventure

If you are a consumer from the Regional Center of the East Bay or are interested in more information related to other virtual classes, contact Sharolyn Babb at 510-620-6814 or Mapuana Bal at 510-620-6815.

(Rocking out to Journey's "Don't Stop Believing")

Renovations at the Richmond Swim Center

The front area of the Richmond Swim Center has received a much-needed facelift, thanks to hard work by Parks division staff and local Boy Scout, Michael Hurley and his family and recruited volunteers. This months-long undertaking was Michael’s Eagle Scout project, overseen by Parks Supervisor Mark Maltagliati. The updated outside area includes a park bench, new landscaping, and irrigation, and three picnic tables. The idea was initially shared a few years ago between Aquatics and Parks staff to create a more appealing and comfortable hang-out spot for swim patrons. This week, the first picnickers were spotted after their evening recreation swim this week. They were so happy to have a spot to eat dinner before heading home.

Employment and Training

RichmondWORKS, America’s Job Center of Californiasm (AJCC)

The RichmondWORKS, America’s Job Center of California (AJCC) is located at 330 – 25th Street, Richmond, Ca. 94804 is open for various career and job search services by appointment.  Career Planners are available to provide weekly One-on-One Career Counseling sessions, every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday by appointment.  Call RichmondWORKS now at (510) 307-8014 to make your appointment for job search and career counseling assistance.

English Language Learner Grant Program

The RichmondWORKS English Language Learner (ELL) Grant Program offers Richmond and West Contra Costa County residents, who speak English as a second language, the chance to work to receive training and support required to prepare for quality jobs with sustainable wages. For more information regarding the ELL program, please contact a Program Navigator at (510) 307-8045 or email: egarcia@richmondworks.org.

YouthWORKS – Work Experience and Training Opportunities for Richmond Residents

Richmond YouthWORKS has several programs to provide Richmond youth, ages 18-24, with job search, work experience, and training assistance. For more information, visit the YouthWORKS Homepage, Facebook, or call 510-412-2044.

RichmondBUILD and YouthBUILD Programs

The RichmondBUILD and YouthBUILD Construction Training Programs continue to accept applications for their construction pre-apprenticeship training programs. Interested applicants may sign up at the RichmondWORKS America’s Job Center of California (AJCC), located at 330 - 25th Street, Richmond CA 94804; or visit the RichmondBUILD website for more information.

Did COVID-19 Impact Your Employment?

Richmond YouthWORKS is accepting applications from Richmond youth, ages 18-24, who are facing barriers to employment due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). YouthWORKS is here to help young adults get back to work as quickly as possible and overcome barriers to employment. Services include: essential skills workshops, workforce education, Career Pathway Training, and Paid Internships. For more information, including additional programs offered through YouthWORKS Homepage, Facebook, Instagram, call 510-412-2044 or email: Chernandez@richmondworks.org

Office Administration Internship Position Available at YouthWORKS!

YouthWORKS is accepting applications from Richmond youth, ages 18-24, who are interested in learning new skills while assisting with general office management. Starting pay is $15.21 an hour; 30+ hours per week. For more information, contact Yesenia Melara at: YMelara@richmondworks.org or call (510) 412-2044.

Upcoming Job Fair Opportunity

Diablo Valley Community College (DVC) is hosting the California Building Inspection Technology Job Fair on November 2, 2021; 4:30 PM thru 6:00 PM. Join this virtual event to learn about career paths in Building Inspection Technology. California Building Officials will discuss the Inspection Technology program, current and future job openings. This is a great opportunity to talk with industry professionals about how to get hired.  Career paths include: Permit Techs, Plans Examiners, Building Inspectors, Building Officials, Code Enforcement Officers. To register for this event visit:  HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/CALBOFA2021; or to learn more about California Building Officials, visit: www.CALBO.org.

Local Employment Opportunities Include

• RichmondWORKS has an Internship Opportunity, Case Management Navigator, available for the right candidate!  This position is a temporary (18 month) paid learning experience provided through State/Federal grant programs. Hours: 30-40 hours/ week.  Salary:  $21-24/hr. DOE. This position is open until filled. For more information, please contact Monica Castrillo at mcastrillo@richmondworks.org.

• Richmond YouthWORKS Program is accepting applications from Richmond youth, ages 18-24, who are interested in learning new skills while assisting with general office management. Salary $15.21 an hour; 30+ hours per week.  For more information, contact Yesenia Melara at: YMelara@richmondworks.org or call (510) 412-2044.

• University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) will host a Virtual Veterans Job Fair and Open House; November 10, 2021 (1:00 PM – 3:30 PM).  The event will include a roundtable discussion on unconventional job search advice in a virtual environment. There will be job fair breakout rooms to learn about current and future job opportunities. Register for this event today at: UCSFVeteransVirtualEvent2021.eventbrite.com.

• Connect to an MCE Internship!  Marin Clean Energy (MCE’s) internship program is intended to be a paid, part-time, learning and development opportunity for highly motivated individuals who are interested in exploring a career in the renewable energy industry. We will provide a realistic view of what a career looks like in the renewable energy industry, specifically working for a CCA (Community Choice Aggregation), while providing our interns the opportunity to break into the industry, learn the CCA landscape, and gain practical experience in one of our departments. Internship include: 10-20 hours per week - $19.00 per hour, 3-6-month remote assignments. To apply, send a resume to jobs@mcecleanenergy.org. Got questions, contact Carol at cdorsett@mcecleanenergy.org.  Visit our website at https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/ and our LinkedIn Life page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcecleanenergy/life/.

• Paseo, a California Bistro, is opening soon in Mill Valley! Management is seeking to hire skilled positions such as line cooks, bartenders, and servers. Restaurant industry experience is required. Salaries will range from $14 per hour +tips to $25 per hour.  All full-time employees (30+ hrs/wk) will be eligible for health, dental, and vision benefits after 30 days of employment. To apply, please submit your resume to: kevin@paseobistro.com. 

• Mechanics Bank is hiring, and has available positions in the Bay Area.  Mechanics Bank has career opportunities for both short and long term career objectives. Whether you seek a part-time or full-time position, Mechanics Bank has a variety of roles to meet your career objectives.  To apply online, click:  https://www.mechanicsbank.com/About-Us/Careers/Career-Areas.

• Bio-Rad is Hiring.  Come join a company where what you do really makes a difference!  Bio-Rad has multiple opening in their Richmond, Benicia, and Hercules, California locations.   For complete job descriptions and to apply, please visit: careers.bio-rad.com/jobs/search.

Equal opportunity employer/programs

Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Library Updates

November Adult Craft Kit

This holiday season help your guests remember which beverage glass is theirs with these cute charms.  Referred to as wine charms these charms can make any stemware unique.  James will know which is his glass and Jessica will know which is hers.  The November adult craft kit has enough beads and loops to make three charms.  Kits are available at the Main Library while supplies last.  For more information, call the Adult Reference Desk at 510-620-6561 or visit us on the web at www.richmondlibrary.org. Happy holidays!

Kids’ Crafts for November

We’ve used mostly recycled materials to create a starter kit for you.  This month you can help your kids think about what they’re thankful for in this challenging year.  They can make a paper plate turkey and/or a gratitude tree.  Kit includes: a paper plate, brown packing paper and construction paper.  Use your template for turkey feathers or make leaves on a gratitude tree -- or some of each.  All you need are scissors, glue and imagination!  Contact us in the Children’s Department at 510-620-6557 or email susan_white@ci.richmond.ca.us to reserve a kit.

Tutoring Help — For students in kindergarten through 12th grade!

Don’t forget, you can get homework help from live tutors in real time!  All you need is your library card to set up an account at Richmond Public Library HelpNow--Online Tutoring or visit our homepage, www.richmondlibrary.org

Help is available in Spanish or English.  Just indicate the grade level and subject of your homework to be matched with a knowledgeable tutor.  If you need assistance getting started, call us in the Children’s Department at 510-620-6557.

LEAP’s Families for Literacy Program (FFL)

One of the priority focus areas that have strengthened the library’s community services
is delivering family literacy support. The Literacy for Every Adult Program (LEAP) trains and supports adult learners to achieve their individual goals, but the program is also for adult learners who have children or grandchildren from birth through school age.

This month LEAP has provided parents with fun ways to engage with their children during Halloween with at home activities and games. We included literacy-supporting concepts, such as play, numeracy, memory, and visual spatial awareness and a newsletter that promotes a City of Richmond Halloween event! LEAP will continue to create more opportunities for families to develop a culture of positive learning experiences together with their children and continue to make an inter-generational change in our community.

If you are a parent or interested in volunteering for the Family for Literacy Program, contact LEAP at (510) 307-8084 or visit our office in-person by appointment only. Learn more about LEAP and getting involved by visiting our website at https://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/788/Literacy-Program-LEAP or check out LEAP’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook. com/LEAPRICHMONDCA/.

Public Works

Abatement
Abatement crews abated walkways, removed illegally dumped debris and graffiti from various locations throughout the City.

Illegal Dumping/Graffiti Removal

Building Maintenance

Stationary Engineers performed daily pool maintenance and Civic Center Plaza boiler inspections, repaired the sliding gate at the Fire Training Center, replaced the thermostat at the Parks Division yard, adjusted a door closure at 440 Civic Center Plaza, repaired the apparatus door closure at Fire Station #64, sealed roof leaks at the Auditorium, fixed toilets at the Police Department and repaired a sump pump at Pogo Park.

Sump Pump Replacement

Utility Workers assisted the Housing Authority with maintenance, replaced bulbs at the Family Justice Center, removed water from the basement of 450 Civic Center Plaza, removed debris left by the unhoused community, disinfected common areas and maintained 27 City owned buildings.

Water and Debris Removal

Engineering

Via Verdi Landslide Project

This week crews continued construction of the San Pablo Creek culvert, reconstruction of the damaged area of Via Verdi, and removal of the temporary detour road. Work included installing the roughened culvert bottom, backfilling the new culvert, and starting to install new utilities along Via Verdi Drive.

Construction questions can be directed to the Construction Manager, Ben Kellman of mack5, at bkellman@mack5.com or (510) 595-4725.

Parks and Landscaping
General fund crews removed debris and mulch from the Kennedy Swim Center, performed maintenance along South 55th and South 56th Street sound walls, removed illegal dumping at Boorman Park, performed maintenance on Ells Pathway, secured outdoor tables at Kennedy Swim Center, weed whipped at two parks, removed debris from the Richmond Greenway, removed weeds at the Main Library, prepared Solano Playlot for an event, repaired irrigation at multiple parks, fixed a bench at Raincloud Park, removed debris from Pt. Molate and parks, repaired the fencing on the south side and fixed equipment at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park .

Ells Pathway Maintenance                                           Bench Repair

The tree crew cut or trimmed trees on/at: 5th Street, South 8th Street, Carlson Boulevard, Lincoln Avenue and Washington Avenue.

Marina Districtcrews continued to manually water plants on the medians of Marina Way South, removed debris from parks, replaced dog waste bags, removed decline shrubs from planter strips, string cut weeds at Lucretia Edwards Park, installed two new signs on the Bay Trail, repaired irrigation valves at Marina Bay Park, removed pine needles near the Rosie the Riveter Memorial, removed broken and fallen branches, installed cover plate at a restroom at Marina Bay Park, cleared storm drains, mowed lawns and removed graffiti throughout the district.

Storm Drain Clearing

Hilltop District crews performed maintenance throughout the district, abated weeds at Country Club Vista Park, cleared storm drains and abated debris throughout.

Country Club Vista Park Maintenance

Street Maintenance

Paving crews performed potholing, made sandbags, executed storm patrol throughout the City and assisted with removal fallen tree on Clinton Avenue.

Pothole Patching

Street Sweepers swept in the following neighborhood council areas on the fourth Monday through Thursday, and the fifth Friday:  Santa Fe, Point Richmond, Marina Bay, Metro Richmore Village, Pullman, Cortez/Stege, Park Plaza, Laurel Park, City Center, Richmond Annex, Parkview, Panhandle Annex and Eastshore weather permitting.

Signs and Lines crews fabricated 27 signs, installed 14 signs, repaired six signs, installed 67 linear feet of red/blue curb paint and installed 156 linear feet of white and grey paint markings.

Sign Installation

Water Resource Recovery

Wastewater Treatment Plant – Fats, Oils, & Grease (FOG)

PLEASE! DO NOT PUT GREASE DOWN THE DRAIN! Heavy grease has been reported at Richmond's sewer treatment plant. Grease clogs pipes and can be detrimental to the function of the plant.

For more information about Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG), please call 510-620-6594.

Planta de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales – Aceites y Grasas (FOG)

¡POR FAVOR! ¡NO PONGA GRASA POR EL DRENAJE! Se ha reportado grasa pesada en la planta de tratamiento de alcantarillado de Richmond. La grasa obstruye las tuberías y puede ser perjudicial para la función de la planta.

Para obtener más información sobre aceites y grasas (FOG), llame al 510-620-6594.

Sewer Lateral Grant Program

The City of Richmond’s Water Resource Recovery Division administers the Sewer Lateral Grant Program. The program reimburses eligible homeowners in the Richmond Municipal Sewer District (RMSD No. 1) for some of the cost to replace their sewer lateral.

The program is open and accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for sewer lateral work completed between 7/1/2021-6/30/2022.

For more information about the Sewer Lateral Grant Program, please visit www.ci.richmond.ca.us/2130/Sewer-Lateral-Grant-Program or call 510-620-6594.

High Priority Critical Improvements Projects

The City of Richmond and Veolia Water (Veolia) are implementing High Priority Critical Improvements Projects at the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), which is managed and operated by Veolia. The purpose of the projects is to replace aging and unreliable infrastructure, improve treatment operating efficiency, comply with future discharge regulations and improve the functionality of the existing WWTP. The improvements were identified through previous planning efforts, including the 2010 WWTP Master Plan and the 2016 WWTP Facility Plan, to construct the following elements of the WWTP Critical Improvements Projects: (1) New screening and grit removal facilities; (2) Aeration upgrades; and (3) Demolition of existing facilities and site clearing in preparation for future WWTP Facilities. The projects are expected to take approximately 2 ½ years to complete.

Shimmick continued building the shoring towers in preparation for the walkway demolition at the aeration basin 4. They prepared, cut, secured, and hoisted the walkway sections out of the aeration basin 4-A. They also continued to work on the primary sedimentation tanks light pole circuit reconnection and building a platform at the bypass valve for easier operator access.

Ferma demobilized their last demolition equipment.

Shimmick removing the handrails of the aerator concrete structure on aeration basin 4-B for future use and installing temporary wood handrails.

Shimmick installing 8” x 8” timbers between the falsework deck and the underside of the aeration basin 4-C structure.

Crew adding horizontal timbers to reinforce tower framing under aeration basin 4-B platform in anticipation of potential flooding of the basin this past weekend.

Shimmick removing the cover of an opening in aeration basin 4-C as part of their selective demolition work.

Marina Bay Parkway Force Main Extension Project

The Marina Bay Parkway Force Main Extension Project extends the existing Marina Bay Parkway forcemain to a new manhole at the Intersection of Pierson Avenue and Marina Bay Parkway and installs a new gravity sewer pipeline from the Pierson/Jetty Drive intersection, across Marina Bay Parkway. This piping reconfiguration will eliminate sanitary sewer overflows that occur from depressed manholes located at the intersection of Marina Bay Parkway and Pierson Avenue.
W.R. Forde utilized directional drilling technology to bore under Marina Bay Parkway. Using this construction method eliminates the need for full road closure during construction.

Directional drilling operations underway. Drilling specialty contractor Welco carefully aligns equipment. The initial pilot bore hole will be reamed to accept the new 12” Force Main. The entire route is marked with white paint.

The location and depth of the drilling rig cutting head is carefully tracked (worker with green equipment) for the entire 180 lineal feet of the drilling to keep the borehole within the desired alignment.

New 12” Force Main pipe with blue “pulling head” welded on the end. After the borehole was reamed and cleaned, this 180 lineal foot section of welded thickwall DR-11 HDPE pipe was pulled through the newly bored pathway under Marina Bay Parkway.

First Street Relief Sewer Project

The First Street Relief Sewer Project consists of approximately 3,743 lineal feet of open cut replacement of existing 6-inch sewer, approximately 1,696 lineal feet of open cut replacement of existing 8-inch sewer, approximately 631 lineal feet of open cut replacement of existing 10-inch sewer, and approximately 125 lineal feet of open cut replacement of existing 18-in sewer. This project began in July 2021 and is expected to be completed in April 2022, which is ahead of the Baykeeper due date of July 2023.

To date, D’Arcy & Harty Construction have completed replacement of more than 6,000 lineal feet of the 6,195 total lineal feet of piping included in the scope of this project. Currently the Contractor is working with the Design Team of Vivian Housen Associates to finalize routing for the remaining replacement lines at Atchison Village and 1st Street between Nevin and MacDonald. They will remobilize to complete installation of these pipes in the near future. After all the pipe replacement work is complete, final pavement restoration will begin next.

 

Thank you for keeping up with the activities in the City of Richmond.  Feel free to contact the City Manager’s Office if you have any questions or comments about these or any other items of interest to you.

Thank You!
Laura Snideman
City Manager
City of Richmond
450 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, California 94804
(510) 620-6512

You can sign up to receive the City Manager’s weekly report and other information from the City of Richmond by visiting: www.ci.richmond.ca.us/list.aspx

Irene Lozano
Executive Assistant to the City Manager
City Manager’s Office
450 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, CA  94804
Email: Irene_Lozano@ci.richmond.ca.us
Direct: 510-621-1264
Main: 510-620-6512