Brentwood Buzz - August 2025 Edition

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BRENTWOOD BUZZ

AUGUST EDITION

BUILDING BONDS DURING NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Brentwood celebrated National Night Out with 11 neighborhood events. From jump houses to BBQs, cornhole, and good conversations with the community. This annual event fosters partnerships, strengthens bonds, and promotes public safety. Thank you to our community for hosting!

C I T Y O F B R E N T W O O D

N E W S L E T T E R

HIGHLIGHTS

New and Coming Soon Businesses

Utility Billing Update

Coffee with the Chief

Take the Survey, We Want Your Input

With the upcoming retirement of Chief Timothy Herbert in September, the City of Brentwood is proud to announce Captain Walter O'Grodnick as Interim Chief of Police. Bringing more than 32 years of law enforcement experience, including over two decades with Brentwood Police Department, a proven leader with extensive experience and deep commitment to Brentwood, will guide the department through this transition.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Join us in welcoming new businesses to town this month including Poke Hana. Located at Sand Creek Crossings, they serve fresh, customizable poke bowls with authentic Hawaiian flavors. Enjoy a healthy, fast-casual dining experience in a vibrant, tropical setting.

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FINANCE

Beginning September 10, 2025, the Payment Processing Center mailing address for utility billing payments will be:

City of Brentwood

PO Box 511788

Los Angeles, CA 90051-1777

You only need to take action if you've set up bill pay through your bank. Please update your records and adjust any bill-pay settings through your bank to ensure payments are sent to the correct address.

If you have questions, contact the City of Brentwood Utility Billing at [email protected]or call (925) 516-5415.

POLICE DEPARTMENT

You are invited to Coffee with the Chief of Police, One Last Time.

After 34 years in law enforcement, Chief Herbert will Retire. Join us for his last Coffee with a C.O.P. on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

• Location: Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak Street, Brentwood CA 94513

• Time: 9:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.

PARKS AND RECREATION

We are excited to announce that Phase I of Fields of Timeis complete, with foundations set and hoops installed. Work will resume Fall of 2025 for sculpture installation and landscaping. The project remains on schedule for full completion by December 31, 2025.

Join us for a special Open House in honor of National Senior Center Day! Seniors, caregivers, and community members are invited to explore all that the Brentwood Senior Activity Center has to offer on Thursday, August 21.

• Location: Brentwood Senior Activity Center; 193 Griffith lane

• Time: 3:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.

On Saturday, August 23, kids ages 3-9 will bike, run, and swim their way to the finish line and everyone gets a medal! It's all about fun, movement, and smiles. No competition, just a great morning of active play.

• Location: Veterans Park; 384 Balfour Road

• Time: 9:00 A.M. -11:30 A.M.

Register here

Play Music on the Porch Dayinvites Brentwood to share music from their own front steps! If you're interested in participating on August 30, register to be included in the official event map and schedule!

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PUBLIC WORKS

TRIM TREES TO SUPPORT SAFE STREET SWEEPING

Did you know overgrown trees can block large City vehicles like street sweepers and garbage trucks from doing their job? To keep services running smoothly, please trim street trees to maintain at least 15 feet of clearance over the road and 10 feet over sidewalks for pedestrian access.

Let's work together to keep Brentwood's streets safe, storm drains clear, and our neighborhoods looking their best.

ENGINEERING

Brentwood is applying to renew its Bike Friendly Community status and your feedback matters! As part of the review process, the League of American Bicyclists is asking for your input about bicycling in the City of Brentwood through an online survey. The goal of the survey is to help the League gain a better understanding of local bicyclists' experiences and perceptions. Whether you bike every day or on occasion, we encourage you to take a few minutes to complete the survey. It only takes a few minutes to complete and will be open until Sunday, October 5th.

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In coordination with the City of Oakley, City of Brentwood, and Contra Costa County Flood Control District, crews will be hauling soil from the Lower Sand Creek Basin, located adjacent to the Sand Creek Sports Complex, to support Oakley's East Cypress Road Widening Project.

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HUMAN RESOURCES

This month, we're honored to spotlight Steve Quesada, the City's longest-tenured employee, whose career spans an incredible 35 years of dedicated service. Hired in 1990 as a Meter Reader, Steve began his journey walking door-to-door, manually recording water meter readings, a meticulous and physically demanding task that laid the foundation for a lasting career in public service.

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ANNUAL EXCEPTIONAL FEST

Be Exceptional invites you to a fun-filled day for all ages and abilities! Enjoy class performances, hands-on demo stations, live music, an art show, raffles, and a wide variety of food and craft vendors. Bring the whole family, there's something for everyone!

Location: 790 Second Street

Date & Time: August 24, 1 P.M. - 4 P.M

SUMMER SUNDAYS AT THE FARM

Join Farmer's Daughter Produce & U-Pick Farm for Summer Sundays on the Farm. Every Sunday through August 31, enjoy live music, amazing local vendors and plenty of fresh delicious produce.

Location: 23151 Marsh Creek Rd

Date & Time: Every Sunday through August 31; 9 A.M. - 1 P.M.

4th Annual La Gran Fiesta

Celebrate Hispanic culture in Brentwood and strengthen the Brentwood Community Spirit.

There will be something for everyone -

Fun, Food, Culture, Business, and Community.

Location: Brentwood City Park

Date & Time: September 6, 2 P.M. - 8 P.M.

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