Please join us in this year’s Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, September 15 at Marina Bay in Richmond. Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia, who lives at Marina Bay, continues his tradition of sponsoring this annual volunteer event since 1990, organized by the California Coastal Commission and occurring at sites around the state. The Watershed Project is co-sponsoring the cleanup with us again. It’s a wonderful chance to join others in working towards the common goal of a cleaner coastline for all to enjoy. Where: Shimada Friendship Park (at the end of Marina Bay Parkway), Richmond When: 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday September 15 What: Cleaning the shoreline and marshlands Celebration: Free BBQ for all participants at noon. Directions: If you’re coming by freeway, exit off I-580 at Marina Bay Parkway and drive down Marina Bay Parkway following the signs towards the Bay. If you’re coming by city streets, drive to 23rd St. and Cutting Blvd., and head down 23rd St. over I-580 towards the Bay. 23rd St. becomes Marina Bay Parkway. Tips: Wear old clothes that can get dirty and sturdy shoes for walking on rocks, sand, and mud. Bring work gloves and a sweatshirt or jacket in case it’s cold or windy. Don’t forget sunscreen.. For more information call Supervisor Gioia”s office: 510-374-3231. You can also download a map to Shimada Park by logging onto Supervisor Gioia”s website at: www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/dis1.

For more information, contact: Supervisor John Gioia 11780 San Pablo Ave. Ste D El Cerrito, CA 94530 510-374-3231 Phone 510-374-3429 Fax