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By District 4 External Affairs
Small businesses have a Bay Area lunch buddy, thanks to a creative program that happens monthly outside Caltrans’ District 4 central offices in Oakland.
First Tuesday is a quarterly employee engagement initiative hosted by District 4’s Division of External Affairs and the Equity Office. This program uplifts small and BIPOC-owned businesses from across District 4 by inviting them onsite as featured food vendors offering their cuisine to employees during lunch hours.
“By supporting these businesses, we celebrate the cultural diversity of our communities, strengthen the local economy, and foster meaningful cross-divisional connections,” said External Affairs Deputy District Director Cheryl Chambers.
On Tuesday, July 1, another successful First Tuesday took place, featuring food vendors Tacos MariLu and MBM Potatoes and Corn. Staff from across the district office gathered to enjoy great food, connect with colleagues, and support small businesses in District 4.
“Through engagement efforts like First Tuesdays,” Chambers said, “we advance Caltrans’ values of equity and economic prosperity while enriching the workplace experience.”