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By the People, for the People
Rep. DeSaulnier Secures Over $46.7 Million for Local Projects in Contra Costa, Alameda Counties
Funding to improve infrastructure, transportation, public safety, and community development
Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:04am
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Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) announced that he has advanced over $46.7 million in federal funding for 20 projects to benefit Contra Costa and Alameda Counties. The projects aim to improve infrastructure, transportation accessibility, public and environmental safety, and community development.
Why it matters
These investments in local communities will enhance quality of life by upgrading roads, bridges, and public facilities, improving emergency response capabilities, and supporting workforce development and affordable housing initiatives. The funding represents a significant federal commitment to addressing key priorities identified by local governments and organizations.
The details
The funding will support a range of projects, including constructing new roadway connections to improve regional mobility, installing safety improvements along Vasco Road, building a new youth center in Brentwood, upgrading the Concord Emergency Operations Center, and expanding the capacity of the Contra Costa County Sanitary District to reduce nitrogen discharges. Other projects will improve pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure, expand municipal fiber optic networks, and replace aging public safety communications equipment.
- The projects were submitted for consideration as part of the Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations process.
The players
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier
The U.S. Representative for California's 10th congressional district, who announced the funding and will advocate for the projects through the appropriations process.
Contra Costa County
A county in the San Francisco Bay Area that will receive funding for several infrastructure and public safety projects.
Alameda County
A county in the San Francisco Bay Area that will also benefit from some of the funded projects.
U.S. House Committee on Appropriations
The congressional committee that will consider the projects for inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations bill.
Local governments and organizations
The various cities, counties, and other entities that submitted project proposals for consideration by Congressman DeSaulnier.
What they’re saying
“Simply put, my number one priority in Congress is to make life better for the people I represent, and the $46.7 million we are advancing will help to do just that by investing in safety and easing congestion for drivers, bikers, and pedestrians alike, housing, emergency preparedness, crime prevention, and more.”
— Congressman Mark DeSaulnier
“We are deeply grateful to Mark DeSaulnier for selecting the Downtown Aqueduct Pathway Project for Community Project Funding consideration. The Congressman's support is instrumental in helping Lafayette advance a transformative project that will create a safe, continuous, and car-free route between neighborhoods, downtown destinations, and regional transit.”
— Carl Anduri, Mayor of Lafayette
“Thank you to Congressman DeSaulnier for championing innovative solutions to one of the Bay Area's most critical regulatory challenges: reducing nitrogen discharges to the Bay while keeping costs manageable for wastewater customers. The MABR and DAS Bay Area Regional Demonstration Site will advance technologies aimed at better protecting our beautiful Bay, while potentially saving billions of dollars across our region and beyond.”
— Roger Bailey, General Manager of the Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
“We appreciate Congressman DeSaulnier for championing investments that expand opportunities for young people in East County. The Brentwood Youth Center Project will create a new 15,000 square foot facility offering culinary training in healthcare, culinary arts and skilled trades, academic support, and mental health counseling spaces—providing local youth with safe, modern, and accessible resources right in their community.”
— Tamia Brown, Executive Director, Contra Costa County Workforce Development Board
“We are grateful to Congressman DeSaulnier for supporting these important infrastructure and wildfire mitigation projects. The Camino Pablo Pathway will enhance pedestrian mobility and connect key parts of our community, while the North Orinda Shaded Fuel Break will significantly reduce wildfire risk and strengthen emergency response capabilities across the broader Lamorinda region.”
— Brandyn Iverson, Mayor of Orinda
What’s next
The projects must now be passed by the House Committee on Appropriations and both the House and Senate before becoming law.
The takeaway
This significant federal investment in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties will address a wide range of community needs, from improving transportation infrastructure and public safety to supporting workforce development and environmental protection. The funding represents a collaborative effort between local leaders and Congressman DeSaulnier to deliver meaningful improvements that enhance the quality of life for residents across the region.
