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Castro Valley Camp Sparks Civil War Over Safety Concerns

3/5/2026

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A civil war has erupted over Mosaic Project's plan for a kids' summer camp in Castro Valley, California.
The camp would serve 1,000 children and include 12 cabins, a dining hall, and outdoor facilities on 37 acres.
Opposition cites fire hazards, traffic, and environmental impact in a high fire hazard zone.
Some residents support the camp.
The planning board will decide on the conditional use permit soon.

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Story summary

A civil war has erupted over Mosaic Project's plan for a kids' summer camp in Castro Valley, California.
The camp would serve 1,000 children and include 12 cabins, a dining hall, and outdoor facilities on 37 acres.
Opposition cites fire hazards, traffic, and environmental impact in a high fire hazard zone.
Some residents support the camp.
The planning board will decide on the conditional use permit soon.