Past News News Summary

San Ramon Police Chief Denton Carlson Announces Retirement

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT

San Ramon Police Chief Denton Carlson has announced his retirement, concluding a distinguished career in law enforcement that spans more than 27 years, including more than two decades of service dedicated to the San Ramon community.

Lauren Barr Appointed Next Director of Community Development

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Lauren Barr has been appointed as the City of San Ramon's next Director of Community Development, effective August 25, 2025.

Community Survey: Trails Master Plan

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

The City of San Ramon has launched a planning process for its new Trails Master Plan, and is seeking input from the San Ramon community. A public survey on trail use, along with potential improvements, is open through July 15, 2025.

Henry Perezalonso Selected as Next Director of Parks and Community Services

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Henry Perezalonso has been selected as the City of San Ramon's next Director of Parks and Community Services, effective July 14, 2025.

The Orchards: Applications Deemed Complete + First Public Meetings

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

In Nov 2024, Sunset Development submitted formal development applications for The Orchards (formerly Chevron Park). The applications have been deemed complete. Public review will begin at Architectural Review Board Meetings on May 1, May 5 and June 5, 2025.

BMR Home Ownership Program Orientation

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Four (4) units will soon be released as part of San Ramon's San Ramon’s Below Market Rate (BMR) Home Ownership lottery program. The deadline to enter the opportunity drawing lottery is Thursday, May 1 at 5 p.m. An orientation will be held on Thursday, April 17 at 6 p.m.

San Ramon Library to Re-Open on Mondays Beginning March 31

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Beginning Monday, March 31, the San Ramon Library will re-open on Mondays, from 10 a.m.–8 p.m. These hours were previously reduced as part of budget-balancing measures for the 2024–25 fiscal year. With the passage of Measure N (a 1% local sales tax measure) in November 2024, additional revenue will offset the expenses associated with restoring these hours.

State of the City 2025: Video Now Available

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday, March 5, Mayor Mark Armstrong shared the State of the City 2025 address, with updates on the City's financial outlook, parks, transportation, housing, and more. Click here to watch the recording.

Jennifer Wakeman Joins San Ramon as First Director of Finance

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Jennifer Wakeman will join the City of San Ramon as its first Director of Finance.

2025 ACI Rate Adjustment

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Waste collection rates went up 2.63 % beginning January 1, 2025. Most households have 35-gallon service, and currently pay $152.33 per quarter ($50.78 per month). Beginning January 1, the adjusted rate will be $156.34 for the same service, an increase of $4.01 per quarter ($52.11 per month).

Notice of Vacancy: City Council District 2

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The San Ramon City Council is accepting applications to appoint an applicant from District 2 to fill the remainder of an unexpired term on the City Council. The successful applicant would serve from the time of appointment until the results of the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election are certified by the City Council.

2024 Municipal Election Results

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT

The results of the November 5, 2024 General Election have been certified by the Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder. Mark H. Armstrong was elected the next Mayor of San Ramon, Robert Jweinat was elected the next City Council member from District 1, and Sridhar Verose was re-elected as the City Council member from District 3. San Ramon voters also approved Measure N, a ballot measure to adopt a 1% local sales tax.

Chevron Announces Moving Headquarters to Houston, Texas

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT

This morning, Chevron announced that they are planning to move their headquarters from San Ramon to Houston, Texas. Chevron has been a part of San Ramon’s business community for many years, and the City understands the community’s interest in the potential economic impacts to San Ramon.

City Council Votes to Place Sales Tax Measure on November 2024 Ballot

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

At the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 23, the San Ramon City Council voted unanimously to place a one cent per dollar (1%) transactions and use tax ("sales tax") measure on the November 2024 ballot.

City Council Adopts Budget for 2024/25 Fiscal Year

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

At the City Council Meeting on June 25, the San Ramon City Council adopted a balanced budget for the 2024/25 Fiscal Year (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025). This budget closes a $17.6 million shortfall in revenue through several strategies, including $8.1 million in budget cuts across all departments, un-funding vacant staff positions, and increasing user fees for City services.

Summer Repaving of the Ironhorse Trail Begins Monday, June 10

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Two sections of the Iron Horse Trail in San Ramon will be closed from June 10 to July 31, 2024 for pavement repairs. The affected areas are between Greenbrook Drive and Norris Canyon Road, and between Montevideo Drive and Alcosta Boulevard.