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PIC Partners with Moods and Attitudes Salon for Women’s “Self Love Day”

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March 13, 2014

Pampering at the beauty salon makes all the difference for women embarking on a new path in life.

Celebrating the personal and professional growth of women in the Oakland Private Industry Council’s (PIC) JOBS program, Moods and Attitudes Salon donated free hair and makeup services to a group of female ex-offenders at a “Self Love Day” on Tuesday in partnership with PIC.”

Staff from the Oakland PIC and Moods and Attitudes salon worked together to make sure clients walked out feeling beautiful and confident. L to R, clients Tunesitia Gentry, Deanna Williams, Rayna Lett-Bell with Oakland PIC, client Teresa Martinez, Yvette Smith with Oakland PIC, stylists Shakela Lewis, Dani Bramlett, and Paula Chambers. Not pictured are clients Rachelle Williams, Ramona Williams, Monique Resendez, and salon owner Anita Chambers.

ether they were preparing for a job interview or looking to continue their education, getting their hair and makeup done was a big confidence booster for these women.

Funded by a Department of Labor female ex-offender grant, the JOBS program helps women secure employment after being released from prison. It also connects them with support services such as housing, family reunification, mental health resources and help with legal issues.

Being treated to a relaxing makeover was a way to encourage the women and honor them as they are making their transformation, said Rayna Lett-Bell, PIC programs coordinator. She organized the event with salon manager Shakela Lewis and Anita Chambers, owner of Moods and Attitudes located at 14883 E. 14^th St. in San Leandro.

Rachelle Williams, a client with the JOBS program, said, “It made me feel good to see a group of women devote their time to give back to the community.”

With her red and auburn-colored hair brushing her shoulders, Williams felt confident for her job interview on Tuesday.

“My hair’s done, makeup is flawless…I can go in there with my head held high and show them I’m about business,” said Williams.

For Ramona Williams, the makeover was not just about relaxing but about motivation to achieve

Stylist Dani Bramlett puts finishing touches on her client Teresa Martinez

the goals she set for herself.

“It’s about boosting your self-esteem and giving you that extra push; because when you look in the mirror,” and you look bad, “you don’t want to go get a job, you don’t want to go to school,” Ramona said. “As a woman, we need to take care of ourselves.”

Stylists also shared hair and makeup tips with the clients, some of whom wore natural hairstyles. Women walked away with beauty products, fresh hairstyles and makeup and a newfound confidence.

“I want this to be an opportunity for me to just feel good about me, whether I get a compliment or not,” said Tunesitia Gentry.

Clients were grateful for the support of Yvette Smith, of PIC and lead case manager for the JOBS program, who built a rapport with the women and encouraged them along their journey.

For more information about the JOBS program, contact Yvette Smith at (510) 768-4404.

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.