Meeting Date: August 18, 2025
Location: City Hall Council Chamber, 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA
Time: Closed Session: 6:00 PM | Regular Meeting: 7:00 PM
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Overview

At this late-summer meeting, the Pittsburg City Council celebrated community leaders and made progress on affordable housing, neighborhood park upgrades, and youth services. The agenda balanced long-term planning with feel-good recognitions and essential service improvements.

Key Decisions from the August 18 Meeting

🏥 Proclamation: National Health Center Week

The Council recognized La Clinica de La Raza and other local health centers for their essential role in delivering affordable, accessible healthcare to Pittsburg residents.

🏅 Community Recognitions

Several youth mentors, educators, and civic volunteers received certificates of recognition for their contributions to Pittsburg’s future.

🏠 Land Transfer for Affordable Housing

The City approved a land transfer on Willow Pass Road to Habitat for Humanity, allowing the nonprofit to develop affordable homes for local working families.

🌆 Declared Surplus Land on El Pueblo Avenue

A city-owned parcel on El Pueblo Avenue was declared surplus, making it available for future affordable housing opportunities in line with state regulations.

🛣 Final Map Approved for Tuscany Meadows (Unit 6)

The Council approved the final subdivision map and accepted public improvements—including roads, curbs, and sidewalks—for the Tuscany Meadows Unit 6 development.

🏞 Small Park Improvements Completed

New landscaping, shaded seating, and other upgrades were accepted at two neighborhood parks located on James Donlon Blvd. and Santa Teresa Drive.

👧 Youth Services Partnership with PUSD

The City renewed its partnership with Pittsburg Unified School District to continue afterschool programs and youth development services at Hillview and Rancho Medanos junior high schools.

🧱 Construction Support Contracts Approved

Council approved on-call contracts for construction inspection and materials testing, helping ensure quality on upcoming city projects.


Why It Matters

  • Housing Progress: Pittsburg continues to prioritize affordable homes for families.
  • Youth First: After-school programs help students succeed and stay safe.
  • Public Spaces Improved: Better parks mean better quality of life in every neighborhood.
  • Smart Growth: New homes and inspections mean safe, well-planned development.

Fun Fact

The upgraded park near Santa Teresa Drive now features shaded picnic areas and fresh landscaping—perfect for family afternoons or a break from the summer heat!


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  • 🗓 Next Meeting: September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM — 65 Civic Ave., Pittsburg, CA
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Sadie Croskey
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