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News Release: Concord Man Found Guilty of First Degree Residential Burglary

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...

Property Tax Default List

The properties listed below were declared to be in tax default by operation of law. The Declaration of Default was due to non-payment of property taxes, assessments and other charges levied in Fiscal Year 2015-2016 that were a lien on the property.

Seeking Applicants for County Sustainablity Commission

Man Sentenced to 70 Years to Life in State Prison for Molesting Underage Jane Doe

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 19, 201

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Man Sentenced to 70 Years to Life in State Prison for Molesting Underage Jane Doe

Martinez, Calif. – Last Friday, Contra Costa County...

Veterans' Voices to Explore Honor Flights

Peach Fruit Flies Detected within Cities of Brentwood and Oakley in Contra Costa County

Public Works to Begin Construction on the Local Streets and Roads Preservation Project

Unsecured Taxes Due September 3rd

Normally due August 31, but because this date falls on a holiday weekend, the due date has been extended to Tuesday, September 3rd.

AVOID THE LINE.  PAY ONLINE!

Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Committee Accepting Grant Applications

News Release: Facility Dog “Bear” Joins District Attorney’s Office to Assist Victims of Crime

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—August 12, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638, 925-536-8110, cell

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Facility Dog “Bear” Joins District Attorney’s Office to Assist Victims of Crime

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Coventry Road Closure in Kensington

Contra Costa County has approved closure of Coventry Road between 200 feet south of Valley Road and north end of Coventry Road for 45 consecutive days between August 26, 2019 and October 10, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m. The purpose of closure is ...

News Release: Prosecutors Across California Obtain $1.5 Million Settlement with 7-Eleven

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 12, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638, 925-536-8110 cell

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

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Public Works to Begin Construction on the Local Streets and Roads Preservation Project

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...

Census Bureau to Conduct Address Canvassing

Purpose of Address Canvassing

Back to School Safety

After a long summer and with the excitement of a new school year, children may not be fully aware of their surroundings as they walk, bicycle, or bus to school. That’s why we are asking parents and other drivers to leave early, stay alert, and b...

News Release: Richmond Man Pled Guilty to First Degree Murder from 2015 Shooting

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—August 7, 2019Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638, 925-536-8110, cell

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Richmond Man Pled Guilty to First Degree Murder from 2015 Shooting

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Safety in School Zones

Contra Costa County Public Works Urges Road Users to Exercise Safety in School Zones

 August 7, 2019, Martinez, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works encourages all road users to be extra careful as they travel to and from school this ye...

News Release: Delano Man Sentenced to Life in State Prison for Sexually Abusing Minor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—August 6, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638, 925-536-8110, cell

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Delano Man Sentenced to Life in State Prison for Sexually Abusing Minor

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August is an Awesome Time to Adopt a Pet

If you've been thinking of adopting a pet, now is a great time with these great adoption specials at Contra Costa Animal Services. The adoption fee includes the cost of adoption, spay/neuter surgery, microchip and vaccinations. Come into one of our two lo...

Tree Maintenance Work on Camino Tassajara

Contra Costa County Public Works will Perform Tree Maintenance in Unincorporated Danville

August 1, 2019, Danville, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works Department will begin tree maintenance work in the Shadow Creek Subdivision, located...

Contra Costa Elections Hosts Photo Contest

Guide to Wildfire Preparedness & Evacuation

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.

Register your cellphones with the Contr...

Guide to Wildfire Preparedness

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.

Register your cellphones with...

Buchanan Field Airport is featured in the July 2019 edition of Business View Magazine

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...

News Release: Antioch Foster Father & His Son Charged with Sexual Abuse of Multiple Children

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—July 29, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office; 925-536-8110 cell

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

 Antioch Foster Father & His Son Charged with Sexual Abuse of Multiple Children

Martinez, Calif. &ndash...

News Release: Man Charged for Sex Trafficking an Underage Girl

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

Martinez, Calif. ...

Nomination Period Open for 2019 Arts Recognition Awards

2019 Census Test in Progress!

The 2019 Census Test is a nationwide test, with a Census Day of July 1, 2019, that the Census Bureau is conducting in preparation for the 2020 Census. The information obtained from the test will fine-tune the planning for the 2020 Census Nonresponse Follo...

News Release: District Attorney’s Office Announces Four Convicted in Organized Fraud Ring

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- July 16, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638 office; 925-536-8110 cell

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

District Attorney’s Office Announces Four Convicted in Organized Fraud Ring

Martinez, Calif. &...

News Release: Former Basketball Coach & School Employee Charged with Sexual Abuse of a Minor

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...

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question about property taxes in Contra Costa County?  You are not alone.  Hopefully, we have the answers you are looking for. Here are some categories to search:

• Help With Taxes
• Secured Taxes
• Supplemental Taxes
• Unsecured Taxes
• Redempt...

Important Tax Dates

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...

Tax Assistance for Seniors

Depending on age and sometimes income, seniors may qualify for certain tax assistance such as the following:

Transfer of Base Tax from old house to new house within the County

Exemption from Parcel Taxes assessed by school or special districts

Reminder Notic...

Count Me In for Census 2020

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.

The U.S. Census Bureau is conducting a test...

CCAS Temporarily Closed to Stray Feline/Rabbit Intake & Owner Surrendered Animals

CCAS is currently not accepting stray cats/kittens and rabbits, with the exception of sick or injured cats/kittens (including unweaned kittens) and rabbits. We are also not accepting owner surrendered animals at this time.This protocol will be in effect u...

Construction on San Pablo Dam Road

Contra Costa County Public Works to Begin Construction on the

San Pablo Dam Road Sidewalk Gap Closure Project

July 10, 2019, El Sobrante, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction on the San Pablo Dam Road Sidewalk Gap Closure Project. T...

Missed the Board of Supervisors Meeting?

If you want to watch the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors meeting, you can see it in its entirety starting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday on CCTV. You can also view meetings online the same week they are held, usually within 48 hours.  To find ...

Road surface treatment in scheduled in several areas

Contra Costa Public Works to Upgrade Streets in San Pablo, 

Martinez, Lafayette, Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek areas

July 10, 2019, Unincorporated Areas – Contra Costa County Public Works will apply a roadway surface treatment on selecte...

News Release: DA Becton Chosen by Gov. Newsom to Serve on Judicial Selection Advisory Committee

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 ...

CalGold Website

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.

News Release: Contra Costa Receives Grant for First Ever Pre-Filing Youth Diversion Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 28, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Contra Costa County Receives Grant to Initiate Its First Ever Pre-Filing Youth Diversion Program 

Martinez, Calif. – Earlier ...

Animal Services Stats

In an effort to be more transparent, we provide a host of details in our monthly stats report.

News Release: DA Becton Announces Third Community Academy Class for Fall 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...

News Release: Operation Broken Heart Results in Child Exploitation Arrests in Contra Costa County

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 24, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Operation Broken Heart Results in Child Exploitation Arrests in Contra Costa County

Martinez, Calif. – Investigators with th...

News Release: Man Sentenced to 16 Years 8 Months in State Prison for Human Trafficking

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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Road Projects

Contra Costa County Public Works Department plans to repair a landslide along the western embankment of San Pablo Dam Road. Construction also will begin on Taylor Boulevard.

Press release for San Pablo Dam Road.

Press release for Taylor Boulevard.

Public Works will perform maintenance on San Pablo Dam Road starting on July 1

Contra Costa County Public Works will Perform Maintenance on San Pablo Dam Road 

June 17, 2019, El Sobrante, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works Department plans to repair a landslide along the western embankment of San Pablo Dam Road a...

News Release: Man Found Guilty for Stalking & Threatening Victim, Made over 1,300 Calls to Victim

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 13, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

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 ...

Participate in Census Solutions Workshops

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...

News Release: Man Sentenced for Making Criminal Threats & Stalking in 2018 School Threats Case

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,...

News Release: Man Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder for 2017 DUI Crash

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...

Serving Free, Healthy Lunches to Kids and Teens

The Contra Costa County Library is serving free lunches to kids at eight library locations in the county this summer in an effort to prevent a summer nutrition gap. Many low-income children face nutrient deficiencies when school closes for the summer brea...

News Release:Grand Jury Accusation Filed Against County Assessor Gus Kramer for “Willful or Corrupt

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 5, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

Grand Jury Accusation Filed Against County Assessor Gus Kramer for “Willful or Corrupt Misconduct” 

Martinez, Calif. &a...

Road Projects

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...

Road Projects

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.  

Press release for Camino ...

Camino Tassajara Bike Lane Gap Closure Project

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...

Safety Tips for Boating Season

The Memorial Day holiday weekend traditionally marks the start of boating season on the Delta. Significant num-bers of boaters are expected to be on the water this summer, especially on the weekends, to go fishing, boating or take part in other recreation...

Kirker Pass Road Construction Project

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.

Read press release for detail...

News Release: DA Diana Becton Creates First Ever Standalone Conviction Integrity Unit

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 21, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

DA Diana Becton Creates First Ever Standalone Conviction Integrity Unit 

Martinez, Calif. – District Attorney Diana ...

Northern Waterfront Economic Development Initiative Forum

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 ...

News Release: DA Diana Becton Announces Updated Immigration Policy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 10, 2019

Contact: Scott Alonso, 925-957-8638

scott.alonso@contracostada.org

DA Diana Becton Announces Updated Immigration Policy

Martinez, Calif. –Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton issued a new ...

Kirker Pass Truck Climbing Lane Project

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 ...

News Release: Contra Costa Becomes 4th County in CA to Adopt Restorative Justice Diversion for Youth

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&...

Observe Caution During the Brentwood U-Pick Season

Contra Costa County Public Works Reminds Drivers to Observe Caution 

During the Brentwood U-Pick Season

May 6, 2019, Brentwood, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) has placed a message board on Walnut Boulev...

Oak Park Properties FAQs

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.

Census Jobs Available in Our County

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...

About the Board

District 1 Supervisor John Gioia has been selected to serve as Chair of the Board for 2019; District 2 Supervisor Candace Andersen is the Vice-Chair.

Billing & Payments

Explore options for receiving the annual tax bill and for paying your taxes, plus more.

Business License

Learn how to apply for a business license, complete online renewal, view costs, or submit an exemption.

Come Work with Us!

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!

Community Outreach

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.

Conservation & Development

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.

Contra Costa Television

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.

District Attorney Diana Becton

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...

Find Us

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...

Foster a Friend

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...

Fraud Notification

Since 2011, the Office of the District Attorney and the Office of the County Clerk-Recorder created a program to preemptively protect homeowners from fraudulent transfers of ownership. This program requires the Recorder's Office to immediately send out a ...

Frequent Permit Requests

Learn more about getting requests approved for home occupations, temporary events, accessory dwelling units, or alcohol and beverage sales.

New Property Owners

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...

Residential Building

Learn about the most frequently requested building permits.

Shelter Enrichment Team

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...

Warm Tales & Happy Tails

There's nothing better than taking home your new friend. Read adoption success stories to warm your heart.

Watch a Live Meeting

Meeting agendas for the Board of Supervisors are available online. All meetings are open to the public, and the public is encouraged to attend.

Missed the Board of Supervisors Meeting?

If you want to watch the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors meeting, you can see it in its entirety starting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday on CCTV. You can also view meetings online the same week they are held, usually within 48 hours.  To find ...