CCSLS is working in collaboration with several nonprofit partners to advocate for more Measure X funding to be directed towards safety net services for older adults across the county. In order for this to succeed, we need local citizens to speak up to the Measure X Community Advisory Board so they can hear community support in favor of funding for seniors. There are a couple ways to do this:
1) Submit a signed email (click here to download sample email);
2) Make comments in support at the appropriate time during the scheduled meetings (listed below). Click here to access talking points.
Below is an updated list of opportunities for public comment:
- Nov. 15 at 5pm – Measure X Community Advisory Board (MXCAB) meets to begin to formulate funding recommendations to Board of Supervisors (BOS).
- Meeting details: 1025 Escobar St, Martinez or via Zoom:
| https://cccounty-us.zoom.us/j/81705643626 | Call in: (888) 278-0254 Access Code: 894519
- Meeting details: 1025 Escobar St, Martinez or via Zoom:
- Nov. 28th at 9am – Joint MXCAB & BOS meeting. Will focus on reports from departments on the status/impact of MX-funded projects; the BOS will also hear an update on additional funds (beyond the confirmed $4.67 million) that might be available to add to the pot.
- Meeting details: Board Chambers 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez | https://cccounty-us.zoom.us/j/87344719204 | Call in: 888-278-0254 access code 843298#
Special Meeting Items Due: SHORT-CUTOFF Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at noon
- Meeting details: Board Chambers 1025 Escobar Street, Martinez | https://cccounty-us.zoom.us/j/87344719204 | Call in: 888-278-0254 access code 843298#
- Nov. 29 at 5pm – MXCAB special meeting to finalize recommendations to BOS.
- Dec. 12 at 9am – BOS considers MXCAB recommendations, department requests, and other public input, and determines funding allocations for remaining MX dollars.
Thank you for helping advocate for seniors in our county.