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Antwon Cloird, Committed to Richmond’s Success

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10 years ago

April 12, 2014

Antwon Cloird is the founder and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Men and Women of Purpose, a non-profit organization that provides “real” services to the re-entry population returning to Richmond and Contra Costa County.

He formed the staff of Men and Women of Purpose by selecting eight strong African American men with street credibility and professional expertise in various fields needed by the re-entry population.

Cloird grew up in the Richmond community and after 35 years of substance abuse, he checked into Fauerso/New Way Center run by Neighborhood House of North Richmond.

Now 10 years clean and sober, he has dedicated his life to changing the lives of others and giving the disadvantaged an opportunity to “have a second chance at a first-class life.” After graduating from the Fauerso Program, he also created the Faverso Alumni Association and was the association’s first president.

Cloird became a member of Local 324 as a journeyman laborer, which opened doors for many and created a platform for job creation for the re-entry community and some of the most at-risk residents of Richmond.

While working on the Civic Center Project, he realized the role new developers could have in changing the lives of the residents of Richmond. He became active with Alliance Corporation, Harley Shearsy, and eventually Upstream Development where he was the outreach coordinator for the Point Molate Resort.

Cloird has been active with many organizations and initiatives including the Tent City movement, where he connected the community with resources and supported the reduction of murders that were an all-time high.

Over the past 10 years he has been involved with providing mentorship support and life-skill training to troubled youth and young adults through YouthBuild and RichmondBuild. Most recently, he has been plan and design AB109, a countywide initiative designed to reduce recidivism.

Cloird has been recognized for his hard work and commitment to build a healthy and safe community. He received the Comcast Hometown Heroes Award 2012, YouthBuild Volunteer Services Award and City of Richmond Certificate of Appreciation for Community Activism 2012, City of Richmond Excellence Serving Community, Meritorious Service and Public Safety Award, Rotary Club Certificate.

Men and Women of Purpose Organization received “The People Who Make a Difference Award” during the National Recovery Month.

He has worked tirelessly to decrease crime and violence in the city where he was once a part of the problem. He has opened so many doors for so many citizens of Richmond and is well known for his outspoken demeanor.

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Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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

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April 26, 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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April 22, 2024

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District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones

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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April 22, 2024

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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.