Alameda County Equestrian Society

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Welcome to the home of the Alameda County Equestrian Society (ACES), a non-profit equine advocacy organization serving the horse community in Alameda County, California.

The efforts of ACES members has resulted in inclusion of an equestrian position on the proposed Agricultural Advisory Panel that is being formed as a result of Measure D. One role of this panel will be to "...preserve and enhance agriculture and agricultural lands...". There was no opposition to creation of the position. Acknowledgment existed that equestrians represent the dynamic link between rural and urban citizens through agricultural land usage.

The significance of this position is great. Whereas many jurisdictions are confused regarding the contribution of equestrians to agriculture, Alameda County is taking a positive step to acknowledge the critical role played by the horse industry in open space planning and agricultural preservation.   Our job now is to ensure that new rules, regulations, and implementation policy are consistent with the objectives of integrating equestrian revitalization with other agricultural enhancement .

Every equestrian needs to be aware that the horse industry in Alameda County is being severely challenged. Although many of us are responding and our initial efforts are successful, there is still much for us to do.  Horsepower is needed to ensure the continued effectiveness of ACES. At this time, we need active members to help with communication and fundraising efforts. For the benefit of your horse and lifestyle, please join and participate by contacting ACES and letting us know how you can help.

If you live, ride and/or shop in Alameda County, please write to us at aces@extendinc.com and join our mailing list. Thank you!

Mission: Alameda County Equestrian Society is an action-oriented organization dedicated to preserving our equestrian heritage and promoting and enhancing equine/equestrian interests in planning and government in Alameda County via public, organizational and agency education.

Goal: The ACES goal is to assist governmental planning agencies in developing equestrian friendly policies that support agriculture and open space via multi-purpose working landscapes harmonious with equine activities throughout and adjacent to Alameda County.

ACES' By-Laws are posted in PDF format. The program Acrobat Reader is required to view PDF files.

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