Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day

Earth Day was designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. It was founded as an environmental teach-in in 1970 and is now celebrated in many countries. Now forty years later, the world is at greater risk than ever. That is why I am proud of our staffs’ efforts to ensure that the …

The World Needs Play

Recognizing that “play is a fundamental need,” San Ramon has always been in the forefront by placing parks next to schools. We know that play is essential for healthy development and that free, spontaneous play, the kind that occurs on playgrounds, is the most valuable. San Ramon parks serve as a social and recreational focal …

Looking Ahead

As I look back on 2009 I am reminded of Thomas Paine’s statement, “These are the times that try men’s souls.” Our national, state and counties’ ailing economies are suffering through the worst recession in decades. The deficit has tripled to a record $1.4 trillion and rising unemployment has risen to over ten percent. Americans …

2010 – Welcoming Growth in Our Community

Let us welcome in 2010 by celebrating positive growth and a flourishing future for our community. San Ramon Regional Medical Center recently broke ground for our new $10.7 million emergency department and laboratory expansion project. San Ramon Regional Medical Center was originally developed in the mid-1980s and built-out over five years. The hospital opened in …

Heartfelt Holidays

By Mayor H. Abram Wilson We think, in this holy season, of those who are closest to our hearts, even though they may be far away in miles or have passed away. We pause to remember and give special thought to those who are going through difficult times, and of the bond that brings all …

Share Your Holiday Spirit by Volunteering

This year has been a time of economic hardship for many families. Money gets even tighter during the holiday season as parents try to balance regular expenses and buy gifts for their children. As the Holiday Season approaches, many of us will enjoy the special pleasure of “giving back.” Volunteering has a meaningful, positive impact …