by Richmond Main Street | Apr 13, 2018 | Partner Announcements
Do you know a college student who is looking for a great summer job, and who is passionate about education equity and giving back to their community? The Richmond Promise is hiring 10 College Summer Associates through Americorps VISTA! In partnership with West Contra...
by Richmond Main Street | Apr 9, 2018 | Main Street News
The 2018 National Main Street conference in Kansas City, MO was well worth the time spent. The weather was cold and damp–especially for the first week of Spring–but the workshops were super informative and full of practical, adaptable strategies to...
by Richmond Main Street | Apr 6, 2018 | Partner Announcements
BART Early Morning Service Change Survey BART is seeking input from early morning riders who may be impacted by work related to the Transbay Tube Earthquake Safety Service Plan. As part of the Better BART program to make the system safer and more reliable, BART needs...
by Richmond Main Street | Apr 2, 2018 | Main Street News
Just in time for prime cycling season, new bike racks have been installed at the Market Square Mall parking lot, located on 11th Street (between Macdonald and Nevin Avenues). Richmond Main Street and City of Richmond staff worked collaboratively to engage merchants in...
by Richmond Main Street | Mar 26, 2018 | Main Street News
Cynthia Wong ~ Economic Vitality Impact Cynthia Wong is a leading national voice on economic opportunity and community growth. Since joining Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC) in December 2017, as the new executive director of Bay Area LISC, Cynthia has met...
by Richmond Main Street | Mar 21, 2018 | Main Street News
Last Thursday evening we hosted our Annual Stakeholder Meeting. Huge thanks to everyone who attended and to the Iron Triangle Neighborhood Council for co-hosting the meeting. We had a robust dialogue with approximately 30 community members and continue to be...
by Richmond Main Street | Mar 19, 2018 | Main Street News
Ada Recinos ~ Advocacy Impact Researcher, strategist, organizer, web developer, trainer, and advocate, Councilmember Ada Recinos is a leader in the fight for equal rights for women, immigrants, folks of color, and people experiencing food insecurity. Ada is also a...
by Richmond Main Street | Mar 12, 2018 | Main Street News
Janet L. Johnson ~ Visionary Impact Janet L. Johnson is a visionary leader with an unwavering commitment to enrich and lift up the Richmond community. Thanks to her vision, perseverance, and tenacity, the revitalization of Downtown Richmond is a reality. Janet’s...
by Richmond Main Street | Mar 5, 2018 | Main Street News
Betty Reid Soskin ~ Community Impact Writer, academic, songwriter, community activist, small business owner, Park Ranger, Downtown Champion, published author, and so much more. Betty Reid Soskin’s connection to Downtown Richmond is closely tied to her time...
by Richmond Main Street | Feb 12, 2018 | Partner Announcements
To receive assistance completing your Richmond Promise application, visit your College & Career Center, or stop by Richmond Promise Office Hours at the times below… El Cerrito HS: Mondays – 11:30am-12pm Richmond HS: Mondays – 12:30pm-1:30pm RPAL:...
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