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County. C4AGES can’t do this on it’s own, and it will indeed
take the whole village to make this park a reality.
“If we don’t get enough interested individuals to play various
parts and come together, and literally work on it, it’s not going
to happen,” she said. “I’m hoping this article can compel the
community to take action, because it can’t happen without
that.”
This park acquisition is the most pressing issue, but C4AGES
is working on other things as well. Established to promote
sustainable practices that beautify El Sobrante and strengthen
its economic corridors, environmental health, and community
spirit, C4AGES has made an impact since their 2011
inception.
One of their first big undertakings was influencing the county
to plant more than 50 elm trees as part of the San Pablo Dam
Road Walkability and Community Enhancement Project
circa 2014. They also generated interest to install El Sobrante’s
first parklet which is currently in active discussion, and they
helped create the “Live Litter Free” poster to raise awareness
about the perils of littering that then evolved into the annual
spring/summer kayak cleanup of the San Pablo Reservoir,
in partnership with EBMUD (East Bay Municipal Utility
District). The 4th annual event is approaching so make sure to
follow up with C4AGES with their email address below.
Korotkin is a professional landscape contractor who has
created a number of parks in San Francisco and beyond with
her company, Korotkin Associates. What keeps her passionate
about this park project? “Knowing how marvelous it would
be,” she said. If you agree, and want to offer some help or
advice, send her an email at citizens@greenerelsobrante.org.