🌱Danville Needs Lifeguards! + Walnut Creek Passes Gun Lock Ordinance

Hi all. I'm back with your fresh edition of the Concord Daily, fresh off the presses. Follow along for everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days...

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First, today's weather:

Hot; breezy in the afternoon. High: 94 Low: 64.

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Here are the top five stories today in Concord:

1. Crews from multiple agencies responded to a wildfire Thursday afternoon near Brentwood that ballooned to 200 acres by 5:15 p.m. A Sigalert was issued for Vasco Road, which was closed south of the city of Brentwood between Marsh Creek Road and Camino Diablo. Walnut Boulevard was also closed between Vasco and Marsh Creek. (Concord Patch)
2. It's gonna be hot this weekend, Concord! PG&E says this is a high risk weekend for potential power outages. The transformers in coastal areas tend to blow at lower temperatures because inland transformers are reinforced for this kind of heat, so be aware that you may experience a power outage. PG&E has some tips for you if the power does go out, like only keeping one lamp on to signal when the power comes back, keeping extra ice to put in your refrigerator for the duration of the outage to keep things cold, and turning on appliances one-by-one when the power is restored. (Claycord.com)
3. The Walnut Creek City Council unanimously passed an ordinance Tuesday requiring city gun owners to lock up firearms in a residence. Council member Kevin Wilk explained that the ordinance is about education, not criminalizing guns. "We want to get the word out and promote this ordinance as a way to help prevent accidents, tragedies, and save lives," Wilk said. The ordinance does allow for fully loaded guns in the home, so long as they are locked up either with a trigger lock or in a locked container. Surrounding cities like Antioch and Pleasanton already have laws that require residents to lock up their firearms. (Claycord.com)
4. Can you blame the pandemic for not being able to cool off this summer? It seems that you can. There is a national shortage of lifeguards that is being blamed on not being able to certify them in 2020 due to the pandemic. The Town of Danville is working hard to hire more lifeguards and swim instructors for its upcoming, popular summer camps and aquatic programs. Community members interested in a summer position working at Danville's pools (San Ramon Valley High School and Monte Vista High School) can complete an application at: https://www.calopps.org/danville/job-20196746 or contact Amy Cooper at acooper@danville.ca.gov for more information. (News 24/680)
5. The Pittsburg Police Department responded to a report of a male wearing body armor and armed with a rifle on Arlington Drive on Wednesday. When police arrived, the man was cooperative, dropping the rifle when requested to do so. He was detained without incident and later transported to the Martinez Detention Facility. (East County Today)

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Today in Concord:

• Live mural painting will be happening on the lawn at The Veranda with a lead artist working with volunteers to complete a fun mural that will remain on display at the shopping center. (10 a.m.)
• Join a docent-led tour of Antioch Dunes. Here's your chance to explore this refuge that is usually closed to the public. (10 a.m.)
• You are invited to experience the Benicia Second Saturdays Art Walk. Enjoy live entertainment and demonstrations at eight galleries in downtown Benicia. (1 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will be offering free adoptions of all animals throughout the month of June. The free adoption special includes all fees associated with adopting an animal, including: adoption fees, spay/neuter, micro-chipping and vaccination (The average cost of adoption is between $104-$284). A $25 license fee may apply. (East County Today)
• Win a pair of tickets to The Waymark Hold'em Power Poker Ride! Meet at The Waymark ready for a scenic bike ride. Collect poker chips along the way for a winning game at the finish line. All skill levels welcome. (Facebook)
• Join the Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society (WCMRS) for its train show and open house. Come and see the largest HO scale layout on permanent display in the Bay Area. The society has one of the largest layouts in the United States. It has over 4,300 feet of track covering an area of 2,500 square feet, climbing to an elevation of four feet. (walnut-creek.org)

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That's it for today. I'll see you soon!

— Jeri Karges

About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...

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