Population: 37,000
Area: San Francisco Bay Area, Northern California
Climate: Temperate
Predominant Language: English
Diaspora / Communities: Filipino, Latino
Main Industry: Industrial
Education:
• Primary Schools: 4
• Colleges/Universities: 0
The extent of government interest in and support for city pairing
Very supportive
The extent of private groups / organizations interest
Very supportive
What spurred interest for city pairing?
Our city is celebrating its Sesquicentennial (150 years as an incorporated city). This Sesquicentennial year presents a unique opportunity to expand our global connections by establishing a new sister city relationship. Adding a new partner city would be a meaningful acknowledgement of our city’s growing multicultural identity.
What does your city have to offer to a potential Sister City?
Aligned values, sharing of heritage, partnership in exchange programs. We hope to find relationships that enhance cultural understanding, economic collaboration, and shared development opportunities.
Thematic interests
• Virtual cultural exchanges, festivals and activities
• Organizing global travel exchanges
• Youth/student exchange programs
• Virtual classroom partnerships
• Municipal governance exchanges
Regional interests:
Central America
South America
Central Asia
East Asia
South Asia
Geographic interests:
Waterfront or river towns
Any specific cities previously researched? Why do these particular cities stand out?
Gomez Palacio, Durango, Mexico, given that we share water locations, working class/industrial roots, and we want to connect with the Mexico region to better reflect our diverse residents/heritage.
Primary Contact
Name: Eve Kearney
Phone: 925-387-9081
Email: [email protected]
Organization: City of Martinez (government)