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April is Fair Housing Month

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Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 and reflect on housing discrimination and segregation, past and present. As community leaders, real estate professionals have an opportunity to be a part of equitable and inclusive change. Fair Housing Month signifies a recommitment to advancing equitable opportunities and expanding homeownership.

Reflect. Repair. Renew. Because That’s Who We R®.

As we engage in these impactful initiatives, let’s amplify our efforts and save the date for NAR’s virtual event on April 3 at 10:00 am on Facebook Live: Many Rivers to Cross: America’s Ongoing Fair Housing Journey. Commemorate the anniversaries of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act of 1974. Explore the laws’ continued importance and celebrate the 2024 Fair Housing Champion Award winners.

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C.A.R.'s Fair Housing Day Returns - APRIL 16

TUEsday, APRil 16, 2024 | 9:00am - 4:00pm
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Ontario Airport

Come join us for C.A.R.’s third annual Fair Housing Day event to learn more about California’s expansive and continuously changing Fair Housing laws. Hear from fair housing experts on topics related to inclusive advertising, housing discrimination, disabilities, algorithmic and AI bias in tech, and much more. Make sure to be part of these critical conversations on making the dream of homeownership possible for all Californians. 

The event is free for C.A.R. members with an optional paid keynote lunch. More details and additional speakers soon! 

Stick around after the event for C.A.R.’s HAF Casino Night fundraiser — benefitting C.A.R.’s HAF Pathway To Homeownership Closing Cost Assistance Grant Program!  Casino Night will take place immediately following the exhilarating Fair Housing Day from 6:00 to 9:00pm at the luxurious Doubletree by Hilton Ontario.

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Solo Agent vs. Team Panel – Tomorrow, Feb. 28

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Wed., Feb. 28, 2023  |  3:00pm - 6:00pm
Lafayette Library: Don Tatzin Community hall
3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. | $20 ONLINE • $25 DAY Of Event

Join CCAR YPN on Wed., Feb. 28th from 3:00 – 6:00pm in the Don Tatzin Community Hall of the Lafayette Library for an engaging panel discussion that will transform your approach to real estate!

Are you torn between working solo or joining a real estate team? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Our panel of seasoned real estate experts is geared up to tackle the burning question: “Should I work as a solo agent or would joining a team be better?”

Learn the pros and cons of both paths: from the freedom and flexibility of solo ventures to the camaraderie and support of team dynamics, they’ll delve deep into what truly sets each option apart.

Tickets include access to our esteemed speakers, delicious appetizers, and two drink tokens (wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages) to keep the conversation flowing! Don’t miss out – register today!

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Latest Results: Mar. 5 Primary Election

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Below are the latest voting results from Tuesday, March 5, 2024’s Primary Election.

As of today, March 19, 2024, approximately 650 ballots remain to be counted in Contra Costa County. This process is expected to be complete by the end of the day on Friday, March 22, 2024. However, the Secretary of State has until Tuesday, April 12th to certify the election results, as many counties are still counting ballots.

Contra Costa County
Voter Turnout – 37.80%
Ballots Cast – 268,546
Registered Voters – 710,254

State Office Races
In State races, the top two candidates regardless of vote count will advance to the general election. As of March 19, 2024, the top two candidates = green.

State Senator

District 3 – Solano County & portions of East Contra Costa County
– Thom Bogue (R) 27.8%
– Christopher Cabaldon (D) 26.6%
– Jimih Jones (R) 6.6%
– Jackie Elward (D) 18.4%
– Rozzana Verder-Aliga (D) 20.5%

District 7 – New West Contra Costa County
– Jesse Arreguin (D) 32.5%
– Jovanka Beckles (D) 17.3%
– Dan Kalb (D) 15.1%
– Jeanne Solnordal (R) 9.0%
– Kathryn Lybarger (D) 14.6%
– Sandre Sawnson (D) 11.5%

District 9 – Central Contra Costa County & portions of Alameda County
– Tim Grayson (D) 60.0%
– Marisol Rubio (D) 40.0%

State Assembly

(*) – indicates incumbent running for re-election

District 11 – Solano County & portion of East Contra Costa County
– Lori Wilson* (D) 50.2%
– Dave Ennis (R) 26.1%
– Jeffrey Flack (D) 9.0%
– Wanda Wallis (R) 14.7%

District 14 – West Contra Costa County
– Buffy Wicks* (D) 73.6%
– Margot Smith (D) 16.7%
– Utkarsh Jain (R) 9.7%

District 15 – Upper Central Contra Costa County & East Contra Costa County
– Sonia Ledo (R) 31.8%
– Anamarie Avila Farias (D) 30.4%
– Karen Mitchoff (D) 12.3%
– Monica Wilson (D) 25.5%

District 16 – Mid Central Contra Costa County & portions of Alameda County
– Rebecca Bauer-Kahan* (D) 65.9%
– Joseph Rubay (R) 34.1%

Statewide Ballot Measure

Proposition 1: Authorizes $6.38 billion in bonds to build Mental Health Treatment Facilities for those with mental health and substance use challenges; Provides housing for homeless.

Proposition 1 has two components related to providing mental health care and drug or alcohol treatment to people and addressing homelessness:

  1. Changes the Mental Health Services Act that was passed by voters in 2004, with a focus on how the money from the act may be used.
  2. Approves a $6.4 billion bond to build more places for mental health care and drug or alcohol treatment and more housing for people with mental health, drug, or alcohol challenges.

Yes: 50.1%
No: 49.9% 
Still Pending State Certification of Election

Contra Costa County Supervisor

District 2 – Lamorinda and portions of Walnut Creek
– Candance Andersen 100% Uncontested race

District 3 – Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, Bethel Island
– Diane Burgis 100% Uncontested race

District 5 – Hercules, Martinez, Pittsburg
– Mike Barbanica 38.67%
– Shanelle Scales-Preston 35.10%
– Jelani Killings 15.33%
– Iztaccuauhtli Hecotr Gonzalez 10.89%

City Ballot Measures

Measure A – Martinez
Asking the voters if the City Clerk should be appointed by the City Council and not elected. (Requires majority to pass)

Yes: 65.65%
No: 34.35%
Passed

City Ballot Measures

Measure B – Antioch
Should the District issue $195,000,000 in bonds to upgrade classrooms, roofs, labs, technology, safety, emergency communication, approximately $48.00 per $100,000 assessed value, with citizens oversight committee and annual audits. (55% to pass)
Yes: 57.87%
No: 42.13%
Passed

Measure C – Martinez
Should the District renew its existing school parcel tax at the $75 per year rate raising $850,000 annually, with senior citizen exemptions, and independent citizens oversight, for its quality programs in science, technology, engineering, labs, and library staffing. (2/3 to pass)
Yes: 74.98%
No: 25.02%
Passed

Measure D – Moraga
Should the District issue $52,000,000 in bonds to improve it elementary/middle school science, technology, engineering classrooms and labs, repair its leaking roofs, windows, averaging $30 per $100,000 assessed value with citizen oversight, annual audit, excluding use of funds for administrators. (55% to pass)
Yes: 67.42%
No: 32.58%
Passed

REALTOR® Action Fund

The REALTOR® Action Fund (RAF) is a vital service for YOU and YOUR business. Did you know that 30% of your RAF contribution supports local issues that will affect your livelihood? By contributing to the REALTOR® Action Fund, you are helping to protect private property rights through C.A.R.’s lobbying efforts, and local issues and candidate campaigns.

Did you know that contributions to the REALTOR® Action Fund have stopped:

  1. Point of sale mandates that could have cost the homeowner $1,000s of dollars reducing their equity or may have even prevented the sale from going through.
  2. Direct taxing of REALTOR® commissions and other services related to the transaction.
  3. Political candidates who are against building housing and against REALTOR® issues.

Click here to contribute today!