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I am incredibly grateful for the support of three wonderful local businesswomen who help make Clayton, California, such a special place to live, work, and raise a family!

Clayton is more than a beautiful city. It's a community built on relationships, small businesses, and neighbors who genuinely care about one another. As I run for reelection to Clayton City Council, I'm especially honored to have the encouragement of these strong female leaders who contribute so much to the community we love.

Katie Coakley | The Orange Door Salon

A heartfelt thank you to Katie for supporting my campaign! Katie is the talented owner of The Orange Door Salon in downtown Clayton, where she specializes in beautiful blonde hair transformations, dimensional color, highlights, and personalized styling. Her creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to helping clients look and feel their best are wonderful examples of the talent within our local business community.

Looking for a fresh cut, beautiful color, or a new look? Support Katie and her team by booking your next hair appointment at The Orange Door Salon!

Call to book: (925) 672-8990

Nancy Lewis Becerra | Hair's the Place

Thank you, Nancy, for your friendship, encouragement, and support! Hair's the Place is a longtime Clayton favorite, serving local families with quality haircuts, friendly service, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes our small town so special. Nancy has helped create a place where customers become friends and generations of Clayton residents feel right at home.

Need a haircut? Support Nancy and her team at Hair's the Place in downtown Clayton!

Call to book: (925) 672-6180
Website: http://hairstheplace.org

Nicole Hackett | R&M Pool, Patio and Gardens

A heartfelt thank you to Nicole for her support and dedication to our community! Nicole's passion for gardening, horticulture, and helping neighbors create beautiful outdoor spaces has made her a valued resource for Clayton residents. At R&M Pool, Patio and Gardens, this longtime family-owned business offers plants, gardening expertise, pool supplies, and services that help keep Clayton homes and gardens looking their best.

Thinking about refreshing your landscaping or creating a beautiful outdoor space? Bring a photo of your landscaping area to Nicole and the team at R&M Pool, Patio and Gardens, and they can assist you in person with their ideas!

Learn more: https://www.randmpoolpatioandgardens.com/

To Katie, Nancy, and Nicole, thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and supporting my campaign for Clayton City Council. Your leadership, hard work, and commitment to our community are exactly what make Clayton such an extraordinary place to call home.

I believe in supporting our local businesses, celebrating the people behind them, and preserving the close-knit community that makes Clayton unique.

I'm grateful for your support and look forward to earning the trust and votes of my fellow Clayton residents this November!

Learn more about my campaign at kimforclayton.com and don’t forget Election Day is November 3rd!

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Just two weeks until the election and I would love your support! I'm creating a Birthday Fundraiser for my campaign and hope you will celebrate with me this week (my birthday is Saturday)!

To donate to my campaign, please visit my website at www.kimforclayton.com and don't forget to vote on November 3rd! 🥳🥳🥳

I'm Kim Trupiano, and I'm running for re-election this November.

Recently, there has been a lot of discussion about Concerts in the Grove, and I'd like to take a few minutes to share the facts about how and why the City has managed this important community tradition.

First, Concerts in the Grove was never intended to be a profit-making event. Its purpose has always been to bring our community together and contribute to the unique character that makes Clayton such a special place to live. Sponsorships and donations help offset costs, but making money has never been the goal.

I've also heard criticism that the City should simply return to a volunteer-run model. While volunteers have always played an important role, the concerts have always been City-sponsored events. The City provides the venue, assumes liability, manages the finances, provides public safety and maintenance support, and contracts with the performers.

What changed was that several longtime “volunteers” who handled critical functions all became unavailable within a short period of time. Some retired, some moved away, and others chose to remove themselves after a Council decision. Their contributions were appreciated, but their departures highlighted an important reality: a major community event should not depend on any one person in order to survive.

As a City Council, we have a responsibility to ensure that community programs continue regardless of changes in individual circumstances. That's why the City assumed greater responsibility for key functions and hired a professional promoter to manage entertainment bookings. This approach provides continuity, proper insurance coverage, and professional oversight.

There were also important governance considerations. As stewards of public funds, we need transparent processes and appropriate oversight for contracts and financial decisions associated with City-sponsored events.

At the same time, we have continued to value volunteers. In 2024, we expanded our partnerships with our local schools, specifically the Parent Faculty Club at Mt. Diablo Elementary School, which helped collect donations and shared in the proceeds. In 2025, Diablo View Middle School joined that effort. These partnerships support our students and families while helping make the concerts a success.

Could costs be reduced? Of course. But reducing security, cutting promotion, eliminating the stage, or ending support for our schools would come with consequences for the quality of the event and its value to the community.

My goal is simple: preserve Concerts in the Grove as a safe, enjoyable, and sustainable Clayton tradition while protecting public funds, supporting our schools, and ensuring that this event remains strong for future generations.

I look forward to celebrating Concerts in the Grove's 20th season in 2027! Please visit me at www.kimforclayton.com.