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  1. Preparing for a Power Outage

    PG&E Announces Power Shutoff in Parts of Contra Costa County

    PG&E says about 18,749 customers in parts of the County may be impacted by a Power Shutoff for wildfire safety, starting as early as Sunday, October 25, afternoon. Check if you are impacted and see how to prepare. Read more...
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    Prepare Your Residence for Wildfire Season and Power Outages

    See Contra Costa Residents Guide to Wildfire Preparedness & Evacuation. Learn how to assess defensible space around your home. Prepare for power outages. Read more...
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    UPDATE on Board of Supervisors Special Meeting

    To slow the spread of COVID-19, the Health Officer’s Shelter Order of September 14, 2020, prevents public gatherings. In lieu of a public gathering, the Board of Supervisors special meeting on October 27 will be accessible on television and online. Read more...
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    Watch Local Election Previews

    Contra Costa County voters can watch local Election Previews to learn about some of the candidates and issues. See videos online, or on Contra Costa Television (CCTV): Comcast Cable 27, ATT/U-Verse Channel 99, and WAVE Channel 32. Read more...
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    County Passes Ordinance to Provide Additional Eviction and Rent Freeze Protections

    Board of Supervisors passed an amended Urgency Ordinance to authorize a temporary prohibition on evictions of certain commercial tenants impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also provides additional protections for certain residential tenants. Read more...
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    County Passes Urgency Ordinance to Establish Fines for Health Order Violations

    County Board of Supervisors passed an urgency ordinance to establish fines for Health Order violations. The ordinance provides an alternative to criminal enforcement to combat the spread of COVID-19. Read more...
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    County Workforce Development Board Resources for Employees

    Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County has employment resources available for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including career skills training, and free Rapid Response Virtual Info Sessions. Read more...
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    COVID-19 Call Centers for Employers and Small Businesses

    Two Call Centers are available to connect businesses with federal, state and local programs. They provide resources and referrals on human resources, loans, grants, unemployment insurance, payroll, and subsidies. Read more...
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    Report Price Gouging and Avoid Scams

    Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office reminds all residents that price gouging is illegal while our community is under a State of Emergency from the emergence of the COVID-19. Also, learn how to avoid scams. Read more...
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