Thanks to the anonymous Claycordian who sent us this info, and the photo: “The republic service trucks have been blocking Detroit Avenue in Concord since yesterday at 3am. The CNG fuel pumps were shut down at their yard so the entire fleet is coming to use a single pump at 1030 Detroit Ave. it takes 20 minutes a truck to file. They are blocking drive ways and have the entire turn lane blocked.”

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QUESTION: Would you drink recycled toilet water?

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Rainy weather is expected to continue across Concord and central Contra Costa County on Thursday, with scattered showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms throughout the day. According to the National Weather Service, Concord, Clayton, Pleasant Hill, Walnut Creek and surrounding communities can expect mostly cloudy skies, with afternoon temperatures reaching the upper 60s. Isolated thunderstorms could produce brief periods of heavy rain and gusty winds, while wet roadways may create hazardous driving conditions. Rain chances will decrease Thursday evening, with overnight temperatures dropping into the lower 50s. Conditions are expected to improve Friday, with clearing skies and highs in the lower 70s. The weekend is shaping up to be sunny and pleasant, with afternoon temperatures reaching the mid-70s Saturday and Sunday. Dry weather is expected to continue into early next week.

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Construction is well underway on the Olivia on Marsh Creek apartment complex in downtown Clayton, with two of the planned three stories already built. The high-density housing project, approved by the Clayton City Council in March 2020, will feature 81 apartments in three three-story buildings on approximately three acres at 6170 High Street (behind the post office) and 6450 and 6490 Marsh Creek Road (across from Stranahan Circle). The development includes 106 parking spaces and seven units designated for very low-income residents. The project faced significant opposition from residents concerned about increased traffic, limited parking and the size of the development. After years of delays, construction is now visibly transforming the property near downtown Clayton. A completion date has not been confirmed. For more information, visit THIS WEBSITE.

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QUESTION: Which one do you prefer? The rain or the sun?

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The Pittsburg City Council voted 4-0 at its regular meeting this week to prepare to join several other Bay Area jurisdictions in implementing temporary restrictions on new data centers.

Councilmembers voted to direct staff to prepare a 45-day moratorium on further development of any artificial intelligence data centers, which have been at the center of a nationwide controversy over their impact on the environment and quality of life.

The pause on data center development would apply to new projects and phases II and III of the AVAIO Perseus Data Center project, an artificial intelligence data center approved in 2024 for the 76-acre Pittsburg Technology Park, which is the site of the former city-owned Delta View Golf Course.

Phase I of the project could move ahead during the potential moratorium, according to a statement from the city.

Several other jurisdictions have done the same, or are preparing similar moves, including the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, which passed a similar resolution at its meeting Tuesday.

The cities of Oakland, San Francisco and Gilroy have also passed temporary moratoriums, which are designed to give local policymakers time to consider more long-term legislation to regulate data centers, or ban them outright.

Gilroy city councilmembers voted Monday to extend that city’s moratorium through September 2027.

The Pittsburg City Council will consider the moratorium at its meeting on Oct. 26.

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Injuries were reported in a Tuesday evening rollover crash on hwy.24 near Pleasant Hill Road. The road was blocked for over an hour while crews cleared the scene, and investigated. Thanks to our friend, @thatcameramanmedia on Instagram for the photo.

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A truck crashed into the building on the corner of Willow Pass and Market St in Concord just after 5pm today. Use caution if you’re in the area. Thanks to Sherry for the photo!

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QUESTION: Do you still get door-to-door solicitors?

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The City of Clayton is acknowledging that its investment portfolio failed to comply with city investment policies for five consecutive quarters, while newly released financial records also reveal a $142,000 investment loss and nearly three years without required quarterly investment reports.

According to documents included in the October 20 City Council agenda packet, Clayton’s investment portfolio did not fully comply with city policies from December 31, 2023, through December 31, 2024. During that period, between 57.6% and 62.1% of the city’s investment portfolio was held in certificates of deposit and credit union share certificates, significantly exceeding the city’s 30% limit.

The report also identified two certificates purchased in June 2024 with original terms exceeding the city’s four-year maximum. Additionally, government money market investments appeared in city records without documentation establishing their authorization under the city’s investment policy.

The financial review comes after the city went nearly three years without completing required quarterly investment reports to the City Council. The last completed report covered the quarter ending September 30, 2023. City staff have now prepared 11 overdue quarterly reports covering December 2023 through June 2026, along with a separate report for September 2026.

The documents also reveal that Clayton recorded a $142,222 realized investment loss during the quarter ending March 31, 2025. After accounting for investment earnings and management fees, the city reported a net loss of $122,872 for that quarter. The report does not establish that the loss was connected to the investment policy violations.

Despite those findings, the city reported approximately $946,915 in net investment earnings across ten complete quarters examined in the review.

As of June 30, 2026, Clayton held approximately $15.9 million in cash and investments. City officials reported that sufficient resources were available to cover six months of anticipated expenditures throughout the reporting period.

According to the staff report, the city’s investment portfolio returned to compliance with measurable investment limits beginning March 31, 2025.

The City Council is scheduled to receive the financial reports during its meeting on Tuesday, October 20, at 7 p.m. at Hoyer Hall in the Clayton Community Library. City staff are recommending that the council acknowledge the previous investment policy violations and direct staff to resume regular quarterly investment reporting.

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The Concord Planning Commission this week will consider granting another six-month extension for the proposed Avesta assisted living and memory care facility at 1335–1385 Galindo Street, across from the Concord Police Department. The project, originally approved in July 2019, would include 117 assisted living units and 33 memory care units. The developer is working to secure financing and expects a potential property closing in December 2026 or early 2027. If approved, the extension would keep the project’s permits valid through May 3, 2027.

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Two people were killed and three others suffered major injuries early Monday morning when a suspected drunk driver traveling the wrong way on Interstate 680 in Concord collided head-on with another vehicle, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred shortly before 2 a.m. on October 19, just south of Willow Pass Road. CHP officers initially received reports of a vehicle traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of I-680. Less than a minute later, authorities were notified of a head-on collision involving two vehicles.

According to investigators, a black Lexus sedan carrying four people was traveling in the wrong direction when it collided with a black Chevrolet sedan driven by a woman.

The Lexus was occupied by a female driver, a male front-seat passenger, a female rear-seat passenger and a male rear-seat passenger. Both rear-seat passengers were killed in the crash and pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver and front-seat passenger of the Lexus suffered major injuries and were transported to a hospital. The female driver of the Chevrolet, who was alone in her vehicle, also suffered major injuries and was hospitalized.

CHP officers conducted a DUI investigation and took the driver of the Lexus into custody on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Investigators determined that the front-seat passenger and female rear-seat passenger in the Lexus were not wearing seat belts at the time of the crash. All other occupants involved were properly restrained.

All northbound lanes of I-680 near Willow Pass Road were closed from approximately 1:56 a.m. until 6:26 a.m. while authorities investigated the collision.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the collision or the events leading up to it is asked to contact the CHP’s Contra Costa Area office at (925) 387-1900 or 320Investigations@chp.ca.gov.

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The Concord Police Department and Concord Police Association will host their fifth annual Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 24, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Concord Police Department, located at 1350 Galindo Street. The free, family-friendly Halloween celebration will feature candy, food, games, prizes and plenty of opportunities for children to show off their costumes. Families, friends and neighbors are invited to attend. Free parking will be available in the BART overflow parking area on Mesa Street, south of Mt. Diablo Street.

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The ongoing debate over a proposed data center in Pittsburg will return to the City Council on Monday, October 19, as officials receive an update on the city’s Data Center Advisory Committee and its objectives.

The presentation follows an October 5 City Council meeting during which more than 20 people addressed the council about the data center during public comments, highlighting significant community interest in the issue.

During that meeting, Mayor Dionne Adams requested a presentation outlining the advisory committee’s timeline and objectives, saying the information would help residents follow the committee’s work and provide greater transparency. The council approved the request.

Monday’s presentation is expected to provide an informational overview of the committee’s objectives and process. The agenda does not indicate that the council will make a decision on the data center during the meeting.

The proposed development has generated considerable public discussion, with residents continuing to participate in council meetings as the city considers the issue.

The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at Pittsburg City Hall, 65 Civic Avenue. Residents can attend in person or participate remotely through Zoom.

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QUESTION: Have you started Christmas shopping yet?

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