Posted on: October 14, 2019
PG&E reports that 100% of power outages in Contra Costa County related to the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) has had power restored. If you are without power for any other reason, be sure to follow up with PG&E directly.
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Posted on: October 11, 2019
WOULD YOU LIKE TO SERVE ON THE COUNTY’S TREASURY OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE?
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is seeking two individuals with sound knowledge and experience in the field of public and private finance, to serve on the Treasury Oversight...
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Posted on: October 4, 2019
JOINT RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—October 4, 2019
Contacts: Sgt. Enrik Melgoza, 510-621-1598
Alicia Moore, 510-621-1597
Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 (office), 925-536-8110 (cell)
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
San Pablo Woman Indicted by Grand Jury fo...
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Posted on: October 2, 2019
October 2, 2019, Clayton, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works will perform work along the shoulder of the eastbound lane of Marsh Creek Road, approximately 0.3 miles west of its intersection with Morgan Territory Road starting October 8 through...
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Posted on: October 1, 2019
Visit any Contra Costa County Library location to choose your favorite of the five new card designs.
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Posted on: October 1, 2019
Learn why the Census is important to all of us and sign up for Census 2020 “Complete Count” updates at the County’s Census 2020 website. "Count Me In" because we all count.
Earn additional income and help your community “get counted” for Census 2...
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Posted on: October 1, 2019
Kitten season is still in full swing and we need your help finding homes for the scores of cats and kittens we have in our shelters. Starting October 2nd, and running through October 31st, adopters will have the opportunity to take advantage of our Feline...
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Posted on: September 30, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—September 30, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office; 925-536-8110 cell
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Richmond Man Found Guilty of 2012 Murder; Faces Life in Prison Without the Possibility of Parole
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Posted on: September 27, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE --September 27, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office, 925-536-8110 cell
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Local Residents Conducting Outreach Along 23rd Street Corridor for Human Trafficking Prevention
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Posted on: September 23, 2019
Support, Hope, Safety and Healing through a Single Door for Victims of Violence.
The grand opening of the County’s newest Family Justice Center is on Friday, September 27, 2019 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at 3501 Lone Tree Way in Antioch, CA. ...
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Posted on: September 23, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 23, 2019
Contact: Bobbi Mauler, 925-957-2214
County Inmates Indicted for Attempted M...
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Posted on: September 17, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- September 17, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office, 925-536-8110 cell
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Human Trafficking Day of Action in East County Set for September 19
Martinez, Calif. – Contra Costa County Distr...
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Posted on: September 17, 2019
On September 4, 2019, State Controller Betty T. Yee announced that applications for property tax deferment for the 2019-20 tax year are now available.
California’s Property Tax Postponement (PTP) Program, administered by Controller Yee, allows ho...
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Posted on: September 12, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 12, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 (office), 925-536-8110 (cell)
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Convicted Felon Indicted for Possession of Multiple Firearms & Machine Gun; Creating Untraceable Firearms
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Posted on: September 10, 2019
You should receive the annual secured property tax bills by November 1st. If you haven't received it by then, please contact our office immediately at (925) 957-5280.
Failure to receive a tax bill neither relieves the taxpayer of the responsibili...
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Posted on: September 10, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 (office), 925-536-8110 (cell)
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Convicted Felon Indicted for 11 Felonies, Including Possession of Machine Gun, Ammunition & Illegal Drugs with Over ...
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Posted on: September 9, 2019
Contra Costa County seeks nominations for student and adult humanitarians of the year, for the 42nd Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ceremony. The 2020 theme is "We Are in This Together".
We encourage East Bay residents to nominate an adult ...
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Posted on: September 6, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 6, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office, 925-536-8110 cell
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Woman Guilty of Six Felonies, Including Embezzlement of Nearly $250,000 & Identity Theft from Local Business
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Posted on: September 3, 2019
Contra Costa Animal Services has been accepted into the Bissell Pet Foundation's Empty the Shelter Program. Mark your calendars for Oct 12th when we will have adoption specials.
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Posted on: August 28, 2019
August 28, 2019, Martinez, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the Sequoia Way Culvert and Roadway Repair Project. The work consists of replacing a damaged thirty-six inch culvert outfall that discharges stormwater o...
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Public Works News Flash
Posted on: August 28, 2019
August 28, 2019, San Pablo, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the Tara Hills Pedestrian Infrastructure Project. The work to be done consists of installing 26 curb ramps in the Tara Hills residential area. The curb ...
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Posted on: August 27, 2019
August 27, 2019, Bay Point, CA - Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) will begin construction on the Bay Point Utility Undergrounding Project. The work consists of undergrounding utility lines along Bailey Road from State Route 4 north to Willow Pass Road ...
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Posted on: August 21, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- August 21, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Concord Man Found Guilty of First Degree Residential Burglary
Martinez, Calif. – Last week, defendant Curtis Hill (59-year-old Conco...
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Posted on: August 12, 2019
Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the Contra Costa County Local Streets and Roads Preservation Project. The project consists of pavement preservation work at two sites:
Site 1: Grind and replace the top 2 inches of asphalt on El P...
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Posted on: July 30, 2019
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District and the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office has prepared a guide for County residents to help prepare themselves, their families and neighbors in the event of a wildfire.
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Posted on: July 29, 2019
Great News! The Buchanan Field Airport is featured as part of Business View Magazine's series on regional American airports in their July 2019 edition. The article discusses the airport's history, current environment, and vision towards the future, includ...
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Posted on: July 18, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—July 19, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office; 925-536-8110 cell
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Man Charged for Sex Trafficking an Underage Girl; Investigation Started by FBI Safe Streets Task Force
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Posted on: July 16, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 16, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Suisun City Resident and Former Basketball Coach and School District Employee Charged with Sexual Abuse of a Child under 14
Martinez, Calif. &n...
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Posted on: July 11, 2019
The following schedule is intended to serve as a general guide to property owners in Contra Costa County, California. Please note that the list below includes only the more significant dates and does not include all items or activities in the regular, pro...
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Posted on: July 10, 2019
Our ability to take in healthy cats, kittens, rabbits and owner surrendered animals is on a space available basis. Please call 925-608-8400 to see if we have space. We appreciate your support.
Animal Services News and Events
Posted on: July 1, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 1, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
DA Diana Becton Selected by Governor Gavin Newsom to Serve on Judicial Selection Advisory Committee
Martinez, Calif. – California Governor Gavin ...
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Posted on: June 28, 2019
CalGold website assists you in finding appropriate permit information for your business. It also provides contact information for the various agencies that administer & issue the permits.
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Posted on: June 25, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 25, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
DA Becton Announces Third Community Academy Class for Fall 2019
Martinez, Calif. – District Attorney Diana Becton announces today that the Contra C...
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Posted on: June 21, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 21, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Man Sentenced to 16 Years 8 Months in State Prison for Multiple Human Trafficking Counts
Martinez, Calif. – On June 20, 2019, Timothy Townsel of Mo...
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Posted on: June 13, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 13, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
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Man Found Guilty for Stalking & Threatening Victim, Made over 1,300 Calls to Victim During 42-Day Period
Martinez, Calif. – Last week, a Contra Costa ...
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Posted on: June 12, 2019
Contra Costa County’s Census 2020 Complete Count Steering Committee seeks to increase awareness and motivate residents to respond to the 2020 Census. In order to get a complete count, it will require strong collaboration between the County, citi...
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Posted on: June 12, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 12, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Oakley Man Sentenced for Making Criminal Threats and Stalking in 2018
School Threats Case
Martinez, Calif. – On Thursday, June 5, 2019,...
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Posted on: June 11, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- June 11, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Selma Man Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder for 2017 DUI Crash
Martinez, Calif. – Today, a Contra Costa County jury found defendant Bo Robledo of Selm...
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Posted on: May 30, 2019
Contra Costa County Public Works Department will repair guardrails on Vasco Road from Camino Diablo Road to the Alameda County line. Construction also begins for the Camino Tassajara Bike Lane Gap Closure Project.
Press release for Camino Tassaj...
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Posted on: May 30, 2019
Contra Costa County Public Works Department will repair guardrails on Vasco Road from Camino Diablo Road to the Alameda County line. Construction also begins today for the Camino Tassajara Bike Lane Gap Closure Project.
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Posted on: May 30, 2019
Contra Costa County Public Works to Begin Construction on the Camino Tassajara Bike Lane Gap Closure Project
May 30, 2019, San Ramon, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the Camino Tassajara Bike Lane Gap Closure Project. The p...
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Public Works News Flash
Posted on: May 22, 2019
Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the Kirker Pass Road Northbound Truck Climbing Lane Project. Construction began May 13, 2019, with completion in the Spring of 2020, barring unforeseen circumstances.
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Posted on: May 13, 2019
Contra Costa County launched the implementation phase of the Northern Waterfront Economic Development Initiative Forum, a regional partnership supporting sustainable economic growth along the Highway 4 corridor in Contra Costa County at a public forum on ...
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Posted on: May 9, 2019
Contra Costa County Public Works to Begin Construction on the
Kirker Pass Road Northbound Truck Climbing Lane Project
May 9, 2019, Concord, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the Kirker Pass Road Northbound ...
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Posted on: May 8, 2019
PRESS RELEASE
May 8, 2019
Contact: Kyung Jin Lee
510-684-3122
kjlee@impactjustice.org
Contra Costa Becomes 4th County in California to Adopt Restorative Justice Diversion for Youth
Restorative justice is the first diversion program to be implemented by the&...
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Posted on: May 3, 2019
This project envisions a new library building; new sports fields for the community to enjoy; a new neighborhood of 34 single-family homes; and a greatly improved Monticello Ave as well as the adjacent section of Oak Park Blvd.
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Posted on: April 22, 2019
Earn additional income and help your community “get counted” for Census 2020. Apply now at www.2020census.gov/jobs. Current job openings include ones in Concord.
To learn why the Census is important to all of us and sign up for Census 2...
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Posted on: April 15, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 15, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Defendant Sentenced to 135 Years to Life for 4 Counts of Murder from 2017 Fatal DUI Collision
Martinez, Calif. – On April 12, 2019, 48-y...
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
Are you passionate about animal welfare? Does your heart yearn for the chance to make a difference in an animal's life? Join Animal Services!
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
The Distract Attorney offers programs for parent education and support, supporting parents of chronically absent children campus safety and online safety for kids, preventing violence through youth education.
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
The Application and Permit Center includes staff from Planning, Building Inspection, and Public Works with the goal of enhancing the coordination of permitting services and providing as many development-related services as possible in one office.
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
Contra Costa Television (CCTV) is the flagship channel of Contra Costa County's cable television programming, bringing you special events, government meetings and produced shows.
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
District Attorney Diana Becton has spent most of her professional career as a judge, lawyer, and manager. On September 17, 2017, she was sworn in as the 25th District Attorney for the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office. District Attorney Becto...
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
Superior Court Operations
The main branch of the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office is located at:900 Ward StreetMartinez, CA 94553Phone: (925) 957 2200
Central Eastern Operations
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office, Cent...
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
Contra Costa Animal Services is launching a pilot Foster Program. We have had a thriving kitten foster program for several years and we are now expanding this program to include dogs and cats. The CCAS Foster program is a great way to help animal...
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
As a new owner you may not receive a bill since it is mailed out only once a year. If you recently bought property, you should contact our office to find out the tax status and obtain a copy of the bill. If you know your Assessor's Parcel Number...
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Posted on: April 5, 2019
The Shelter Enrichment Team was created to solve the issue of enrichment for animals in the care of the County. A medically healthy dog isn't necessarily behaviorally, mentally, or emotionally well. It is no surprise that animals are stressed within the s...
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Posted on: March 14, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 14, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
scott.alonso@contracostada.org
Youth Soccer Coach Charged with Trying to Meet Underage Minor for Sex
Martinez, Calif. – On March 14, 2019 the Contra Costa County District Attorn...
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Posted on: February 27, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 27, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
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Martinez Resident Sentenced for Child Molestation
Martinez, Calif. – On Tuesday February 26, 2019, 21-year-old Martinez resident Aaron Mikkelse...
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Posted on: February 22, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 22, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
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Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Human Trafficking Victims Across Bay Area
Martinez, Calif. – On February 19, Hilario Martinez Jr. plead...
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Posted on: February 21, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 21, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
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Vivint, Inc. Pays $1,400,000 to Settle Consumer Protection Case
Martinez, Calif. – Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton announced...
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Posted on: February 1, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 1, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
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Concord Man Found Guilty of Attempted Murder
Martinez, Calif. – On January 30, a Contra Costa County jury found defendant Guido Ginochio of Conc...
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Posted on: January 17, 2019
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 17, 2019
Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638
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DA Becton Announces Second Community Academy Class for Spring 2019
Martinez, Calif. – District Attorney Diana Becton announces today that the Co...
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