Alameda County Policy

May 22, 2013 - The Alameda County Chapter of California Youth Connection (CYC) put on an awesome show last Friday night in celebration of CYC's 25 amazing years.  Spectacular performers Sade Daniels, Emily Villas, Cornisha Williams, Dontey Sidney, Marissa Clenney, Prophet and S.K.A.L.A. of  Kurse Krew brought the house down one after another.  Chapter members shared a video about CYC's incredible achievements over the years, and longtime adult supporter Therese Clenney received a Legend...Read more »

May 16, 2013 - The City of Berkeley has released an RFP for MHSA funded Transition Age Youth services. Due June 6, 2013, the city seeks proposals to "provide services and supports to TAY with serious mental health issues, who are homeless or marginally housed. The project will be focused on providing youth with the necessary resources and supports that will enable them to manage the symptoms of their illness, and to take greater control of their lives....Read more »

May 16, 2013 - The Alameda County Budget Working Group met on Monday for the last time before formal budget hearings begin in BOS Chambers in mid-June. At earlier Working Group meetings, the County Administrator had identified a projected FY 2013-14 budget shortfall of $80.2 million dollars. $53.7 of this total represents the "structural deficit" created by the use of Fiscal Management Rewards savings in the prior year - essentially, dollars associated with budgeted but unfilled...Read more »

May 15, 2013 - Our Spring 2013 FYA Newsletter features a profile of the fabulous Ashley McCullough, who shares her powerful insights into what young people in foster care need most of all.Read more »

May 08, 2013 - TONIGHT: The City of Oakland will be hosting a Youth Forum on Crime and Safety, May 9th 4:30-7:30PM @ Laney College in the Forum, 900 Fallon Street, Oakland. This event is specifically designed to get input from youth on crime and safety issues in Oakland. Flyer HERE. The City of Oakland wants to hear your input on: What do you want to see the police do differently? What can...Read more »

May 08, 2013 - Innovations in Reentry, formerly known as the Realignment Innovations Fund, is a pilot grant program designed to spur innovative approaches to addressing the needs of the adult reentry population and reducing recidivism in Alameda County. Funding is available through Innovations in Reentry grants for proposals from qualified applicants. Information on how to apply HERE. Proposals due no later than June 7, 2013. READ MORE. Read more »

April 17, 2013 - On behalf of the Alameda County Board of Supervisors, please join Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan and other Alameda County leaders at a hearing on the Human Impact of cumulative State budget cuts on residents in need of safety net services. The hearing will take place Wednesday, May 1, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, in the Alameda County Board of Supervisors Chambers, located on the 5th floor, 1221 Oak Street, Oakland. (Please note:...Read more »

April 03, 2013 - Please save the date for a hearing on the cumulative impact of State and Federal budget cuts on safety net services and the people who depend on them in Alameda County. Supervisor Wilma Chan and Alameda County will be hosting a hearing on May 1, 6:30-8:30, in the Alameda County Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1221 Oak Street. The program is still being developed, and the organizers are seeking one or more presenters to join...Read more »