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Two- and four-legged pedestrians: welcome!

It’s not often that commuters and dog-owners share good news, but San Ramon’s “Bark and Ride” is working to change that.

The new combination 50-space park and ride and 4.5 acre dog park is at the corner of Bollinger Canyon and Stoneleaf Road. Though Keep reading >>

Attention all aspiring directors, producers, and screenwriters! Now is your chance to show your friends, family, and classmates your awesome video-making abilities.

The Street Smarts “Be Reel!” Video Contest, which takes place each spring and fall, wants middle school students (grades 6-8) in San Ramon Valley to submit 60-second public Keep reading >>

Upcoming Events & Meetings

• Sunday May 2, 2010 – Ride the historic Niles Canyon Railway
• Monday May 3, 2010 – San Ramon Valley Transportation Summit 2010, register to win an iPod touch
• Thursday May 13, 2010 – Bike to Work Day

For more events, visit http://www.511contracosta.org/events/

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What’s the haps on transit news in and around Contra Costa County? Every Friday, we’ve got you covered with the most important news, both on and under the radar. Just click on each link for more deets.

Upcoming Events & Meetings

• Saturday April 24, 2010 – Test ride the County

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Upcoming Events & Meetings

• Saturday April 24, 2010 - Test ride the County Connection new hybrid electric buses
• Monday May 3, 2010 – San Ramon Valley Transportation Summit 2010
• Thursday April 22, 2010 - AC Transit and BART Public Hearings for Paratransit Fare Changes
• Thursday April 22, 2010 – City of Martinez

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Save the Date! The City of San Ramon, Town of Danville, and 511 Contra Costa invite you to attend an informational San Ramon Valley Transportation Summit. The event will be on Monday, May 3, 2010 featuring:

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• Public hearing on March 18, 2010 at 9 AM on The County Connection 10-Year Short Range Transit Plan
• The City of Richmond solicits feedback via a survey on motorist, pedestrian, cyclist, & transit user safety
• BART’s Central Contra Costa Crossover Project will cause delays of up to 15

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