Contra Costa Transportation Measure Hosts Reception
BIA|Bay Area members are invited to a reception to support the campaign for Measure X, the Contra Costa County transportation funding measure on the general election ballot. Learn about the critical transportation projects contained in the plan and talk with campaign co-chairs including Contra Costa County Supervisor Candace Andersen; MTC Commissioner and Orinda Councilwoman Amy Worth; CCTA Member and Lafayette Councilman Don Tatzin; and CCTA Member and Clayton Councilwoman Julie Pierce. Click here to download the invitation. The reception will be held on Sept. 7, 2016, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Roundhouse Market and Conference Center at Bishop Ranch, 2600 Camino Ramon in San Ramon. Please RSVP by noon on Aug. 31 to katherine@zellandassociates.com
or lvorderbrueggen@biabayarea.org.
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Dublin Releases Fee Proposal
Residential developers in Western Dublin face transportation impact fee increases ranging from 29 percent to 49 percent under a proposal set to go before city leaders on Sept. 6, 2016. The single-family rate will rise 49 percent from $2,668 per unit to $3,969, or $1,301. Multi-family fees will increase 29 percent to 32 percent or between $464 to $592 per unit depending on density. Full Story
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San Jose Initiates Permit Streamlining Effort
Mayor Sam Liccardo has convened an Ad-Hoc Committee on Development Services to focus on expediting the permitting process for major projects and small businesses. The use of technology to streamline permit approvals is a key strategy. Vice Mayor Rose Herrera, Councilmember Raul Peralez, Councilmember Manh Nguyen and Councilmember Johnny Khamis will also serve on the committee. Full Story
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South Bay RPC Scheduled to Interview Milpitas Candidates
Mark your calendars for Thursday October 8th for Milpitas City Council candidate interviews. The RPC has invited all City Council candidates for potential endorsement interviews including mayoral candidates Carmen Montano and Debbie Giordano. The South Bay RPC meeting will be held October 8, 2016 from 11:30 to 3:00 pm at HMH offices, 1570 Oakland Rd, San Jose, CA 95131. Box lunches will be served. Please let Pat Sausedo know if you'd like to attend at
psaused@biabayarea.org.
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BRE Annual Fall Forum - October 7 Tickets on Sale NOW
The Bureau of Real Estate Committee of the BIA|Bay Area has gathered industry experts for a symposium on Friday, October 7. Advanced tickets thru 9/30, purchase early and save. For a list of speakers, topics and event details visit the event page
HERE. Contact
events@biabayarea.org for questions or sponsorship. Thank you to our sponsors
Benchmark Communities,
EverBank,
Miller Starr Regalia
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BIA Fall Membership Drive: Refer Just One!
The BIA|Bay Area Fall Membership Drive starts September 1 and runs for the entire month. There will be incentives for current BIA member recruiters and also for new members that include tickets to fall events, discounts and other benefits. Membership is the foundation for the success of our association. Please help and Refer Just ONE!
Click here for details.
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NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) FREE Expo Pass Ends Aug. 31
The deadline is Aug. 31 for NAHB members to register for a free IBS expo pass or a $275 IBS full registration (includes education) to attend the industry's premiere event-the NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS), January 10-12, 2017 in Orlando.
Click here for more details.
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HomeAid Northern California
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Bobby Glover to Emcee HomeAid LIVE Benefit on September 18th
Don't miss Emcee B.G. (a.k.a. Bobby Glover) hosting HomeAid LIVE 2016 with country music star Lee Brice and special guests The Bell Brothers on September 18th at the Alameda County Fairgrounds Amphitheater! This is a unique opportunity to see an award winning musician in an intimate setting, all while making a difference in the lives of families and individuals in need. Get your tickets today at
www.homeaidnc.org and enjoy an evening of great entertainment, food, drink, auction items and FRIENDS! For more information contact Cheryl at
coconnor@homeaidnc.org or Kirsten at
kfischer@homeaidnc.org
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14 units of permanent supportive affordable housing at Oma Village will be completed in October thanks to the support of our builders Richmond American Homes and The New Home Company and our trade partners. Thank you to everyone who has stepped up to help those in need! For a list of supporters to date, see attached.
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Click here
for BIA's Housing4All blog, where you will find news about the Bay Area's housing shortage along with videos, statistics and an opportunity to join us in our quest to provide housing for all.
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