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Candidate forums

Embarcadero Media Foundation’s East Bay Division is holding our next two election forums next week: Livermore City Council on Monday (Sept. 30) and San Ramon Mayor/City Council on Wednesday (Oct. 2).

The Livermore event, set for 5-7 p.m. at the Robert Livermore Community Center, will feature District 3 candidates Steven Dunbar, David Farley and Jeffrey Kaskey, District 4 candidates Tom Soules and Kristie Wang, and Mayor John Marchand, who is running unopposed.

The San Ramon forum at Roundhouse Bishop Ranch will be a split bill, with mayoral candidates Mark Armstrong and Chirag Kathrani speaking from 6-7 p.m. and City Council District 1 candidates Robert Jweinat and Vasanth Shetty from 7:15-8:15 p.m.

For more information, go to the “Election Forums” pages on LivermoreVine.com and DanvilleSanRamon.com, respectively. 

Tri-Valley job fair

The Tri-Valley Career Center is hosting its fourth annual Fall Job Fair next Thursday (Oct. 3) from 4-7 p.m. at the Pleasanton offices of Chabot-Las Positas Community College District – third floor at 5860 Owens Drive. 

The fair will feature more than 30 employers in the Tri-Valley. “Participants can meet with representatives from various organizations representing a broad scope of industries including healthcare, IT, finance, human resources, childcare, transportation, education and many others,” organizers said. 

“Whether seeking a fresh start, a better job, or a new career path, this free job fair offers job seekers many exciting opportunities. TVCC encourages anyone looking for a new job and/or career to attend these events to network with employers. A wide array of positions are available,” they added. 

The career center is a partnership among the college district and the Tri-Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance, which consists of the local chambers in Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, San Ramon and Danville. 

To learn more, including a full list of participating employers, visit www.trivalleycareercenter.org/tri-valley-job-fair. 

Beaudin award

Pleasanton City Manager Gerry Beaudin recently received the credentialed manager designation from the International City/County Management Association.

The award aims to recognize local government professionals “who exemplify integrity, continuous learning and commitment to thriving communities,” city officials said in announcing the honor last week. “His leadership and expertise have made invaluable contributions to Pleasanton, fostering a culture of excellence through his high standards for the delivery of services to the community.”

“To receive the respected ICMA credential, a member must have significant experience as a senior management executive in local government, have earned a degree, preferably in public administration or a related field, and demonstrate a commitment to high standards of integrity and to lifelong learning and professional development,” city officials added.

Celebrate LLNL’s fusion ignition

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and City Center Bishop Ranch are joining for a special celebration of the lab’s fusion ignition achievement this Sunday (Sept. 29) from 2-4 p.m. at the shopping center in San Ramon.

LLNL Director Kim Budil will reflect on the journey of fusion ignition at the lab at the event emceed by NBC Bay Area meteorologist Rob Mayeda. Sunset Development CEO Alex Mehran Jr. and other local dignitaries will also make remarks. 

“Attendees can look forward to refreshments, LLNL’s laser fountain and DJ activities, along with interactive, family-friendly science exhibits by Science Alliance, featuring innovative projects from local high school students,” lab officials said. 

The event will also feature the art installation “Bringing Star Power to Earth” created by LLNL graphic designer James Wickboldt, with nine large banners on display around City Center.

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Jeremy Walsh is the associate publisher and editorial director of Embarcadero Media Foundation's East Bay Division, including the Pleasanton Weekly, LivermoreVine.com and DanvilleSanRamon.com. He joined...

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