City Of San Ramon Weekly Update: April 28, 2023

Press release from City of San Ramon:

04/28/2023

City of San Ramon News & Information Update

Friday, April 28, 2023

PRESTO Autonomous Vehicle Shuttle Service Open to the Public in Bishop Ranch

On April 24, Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA), in partnership with Beep, Inc., and Bishop Ranch and with support from the City of San Ramon, launched the first autonomous shuttle program open to the public in the Bay Area. The Bishop Ranch Autonomous Shuttle Program will offer free passenger service between the San Ramon Transit Center and City Center through fall 2023, providing free, electric shuttle rides to four key destinations within Bishop Ranch.

Route in Google Maps

The Bishop Ranch Autonomous Shuttle Program marks the launch of CCTA’s PRESTO - a new suite of mobility options that will include bike share, scooter share, and express bus service in addition to autonomous shuttles.

CCTA has been testing autonomous shuttles at the GoMentum Station in Concord since 2016.

Beep, Inc. specializes in testing autonomous shuttles to create and manage stress-free and self-sufficient autonomous mobility solutions. Beep has tested autonomous shuttles around the country, including in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and even at Yellowstone National Park.

Through CCTA’s GoMentum Station, Beep has safely carried more than 105,000 passengers since the start of autonomous shuttle testing on public roads in September 2019.

San Ramon was one of the first cities in the country to test autonomous vehicles on public streets in 2018, in partnership with CCTA, Bishop Ranch, and the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

The launch of passenger service for the general public at Bishop Ranch uses the Navya autonomous vehicle: a high-occupancy, shared-used, low-speed neighborhood autonomous vehicle.

PRESTO shuttles do not have drivers, pedals, or a steering wheel, but an attendant is always on board to make sure riders have a safe and pleasant experience. The Beep Command Center also remotely monitors the shuttles at all times to ensure the shuttles are operating safely.

The Bishop Ranch PRESTO shuttle will run a continuous loop around Bishop Ranch using public and private roadways, with four stops throughout Bishop Ranch and City Center, providing connectivity to the San Ramon Transit Center, City Center, and various corporate offices.

Shuttles will operate Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Shuttle service is free, and is available to the general public.

The shuttles carry up to eight passengers and one attendant per ride, and travel at a maximum speed of 15 MPH. Shuttles run every 20–25 minutes (more frequently during the lunch hours of 11 a.m.–2 p.m.). Passengers can board at any of the four stops and use the moovit app to track the vehicle. The service is family-friendly, but riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

More information on how to use the shuttles can be found at RidePRESTO.com.

Registration Open for May Aqua Aerobics
Tue, Thu & Sat at the San Ramon Olympic Pool

It's the perfect season to make a splash back into the pool and into exercise! Aqua Aerobics classes are held Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10–10:45 a.m. at the San Ramon Olympic Pool (9900 Broadmoor Drive). The buoyancy of the water is easy on joints and the resistance of the water makes it a great workout.

Learn more and register for the May session at the link below.

> More Information & Registration

Register Today for San Ramon Summer Camps!

Summer vacation is just around the corner! San Ramon offers a robust lineup of camps each summer for preschool-aged children to teens! So what type of camp are you looking for? Full day, half day, in-person, virtual, field trips, teen center hang outs, and staying cool in the pool are just some of the many formats you can choose from. Camps offerings include Enrichment, Sports, Visual and Performing Arts, Aquatics and more!

The Spring/Summer Camp 2023 Recreation Guide is now available, and there are lots of options for registering for summer camps!

• Register online at www.sanramonrecguide.com 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Staff is happy to assist at the San Ramon Community Center (Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.), or the Alcosta Senior and Community Center (Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.).
• Questions? Email registration@sanramon.ca.gov or call (925) 973-3200.

Run San Ramon: Early Bird Registration Now Open!
Register by Tuesday, May 30

The 2023 Run San Ramon presented by the City of San Ramon is celebrating its 38th year! Get a healthy start to your 4th of July with this Independence Day Classic. Enjoy the paved and looped 5K/10K course through San Ramon. The Fastest Mile is an out and back. All participants will receive a short sleeve commemorative shirt, bib, and participation medal. The Run San Ramon is a chip-timed race.

Run San Ramon 5K/10K and Fastest Mile

Tuesday, July 4, 2023
1-Mile Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
5K/10K Start Time: 8 a.m.

Start & Finish: San Ramon Community Center (12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583)

Register by Tuesday, May 30 for Early Bird registration pricing at the link below.

> More Information & Registration

Bike to Work Day is Thursday, May 18!

Save the date! Bike to Work Day is Thursday, May 18. For maximum fun, prep now for a smooth two-wheeled commute.

• Prep Your Bike. Start with the ABCs – Air, Brakes, and Chain. This guide from 511 Contra Costa will get you started. Visit a local bike shop if you need help with a complete tune-up.
• Plan Your Ride. The route you drive to work may not be ideal for commuting by bike. Map out your ride using quiet streets, bike lanes, and trails for a more comfortable, safer ride.
• Test Your Plan. Take a test run to explore your route and locate bike racks or lockers at your destination. Practice loading your bike on a bus or taking it on BART. Commit to biking one day a week and you may be eligible for a $20 BikeLink locker card.
• Find a bike buddy. Ask coworkers to join you on May 18. Plan where and when to meet so you can all ride in together (bike party!)

Cash in on an e-bike. If you've purchased an e-bike within the last six months, you may be eligible for a $150–500 cash rebate.

City of San Ramon Annual Report 2022

Ever wonder how the City of San Ramon's General Fund Revenue compares to other area cities? Find this and more in the City’s 2022 Annual Report, available online, and in person at San Ramon's Community Centers and libraries.

> View 2022 Annual Report

Job Opportunities with the City of San Ramon

The City of San Ramon is hiring! Current job opportunities include:

• Activity Manager / Assistant Activity Manager - Teen Center
• Assistant Activity Manager - Adult Sports
• Building Attendant I / II
• Recreation Leader I / II for After School Teen Center
• Recreation Leader II for Sports Program
• Recreation Therapy Intern
• Seasonal Maintenance Worker
  
  
• Police Officer - Lateral
• Police Officer - Academy Participant or Recent Graduate

> More Information

Questions?
Call City Hall at (925) 973-2500 or email info@sanramon.ca.gov

This press release was produced by City of San Ramon. The views expressed here are the author’s own.