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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Concord public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Welcoming city resolution and United Against Hate
The council honored the Raise the Roof Coalition behind Concord's 2017 inclusive-community resolution. Coalition speakers said the need is greater than ever, with ICE operations in the heart of the Monument community and the only Bay Area immigration court located in Concord.
Building Connections Academy Private School Expansion
Building Connections Academy is moving to a larger location at 2150 John Glenn Drive to serve up to 48 students with developmental disabilities. The school provides specialized support to help students transition back to public school settings.
Building Connections Academy Private School Use Permit
A proposal to convert part of an existing office building on John Glenn Drive into a small private elementary school with up to 48 students.
PetSmart Shopping Center Façade and Site Upgrades
Browman Development Company is proposing exterior face lifts, seismic upgrades, parking lot repaving, and updated landscaping for the 2.85-acre PetSmart shopping center at 1700 Willow Pass Road.