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Posted on: March 24, 2023

Antioch Man Charged with Murder in Triple Stabbing of Pregnant Partner and Children

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Pittsburg Man Charged with Vehicular Manslaughter in Death of Teen

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Posted on: March 16, 2023

Now Hiring: Animal Center Operations Manager

The Animal Services Department is committed to protecting the health, safety, and well-being of all people and animals in our community. We prioritize lifesaving as our guiding principle. We will shelter homeless, abandoned, and lost animals and work to k...

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Posted on: March 14, 2023

Traffic Control on Wildcat Canyon Road (Updated)

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(Updated) March 26, 2023, Unincorporated Orinda, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works crews have completely closed Wildcat Canyon Road to all traffic from San Pablo Dam Road to Inspiration Point, due to storm related ...

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Posted on: March 10, 2023

Contra Costa County Launches Initiative for Helping People Experiencing Mental Health Crises

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People experiencing behavioral health crises and those trying to help them will soon have greater access to timely and appropriate care thanks to a new program currently launching in Contra Costa County. 

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Measure X News
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Public Safety: Every Second Counts – The Reopening of Fire Station 74 in Pinole

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Pinole -- Every second counts in an emergency.

Less than a mile from Fire Station 74, a medical call in the City of Pinole recently came through 911 to the Contra Costa County Regional Fire Communications Center operated by Contra Costa County Fir...

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Posted on: March 10, 2023

Ahmed Ismaiel Convicted of Offenses Related to Attempted Lewd Acts On a Minor

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March 10, 2023

 

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Ahmed Ismaiel Convicted of Offenses Related to Attempted Lewd Acts On a Minor

 

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Posted on: March 9, 2023

PHOTOS: Board of Supervisors' Presentations

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See photos from the 2023 Board of Supervisors presentations and Contra Costa County celebrations.

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Posted on: March 9, 2023

Free Adoptions Through March

CCAS is offering free adoptions of all animals during the month of March. A $25 licensing fee may apply. To view animals available for adoption, please visit our Available Animals page. 

For more information, please visit www.ccasd.org

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Posted on: March 8, 2023

Orinda Union School District Ballot Measure Z Election Results

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Check results of the Orinda Union School District Ballot Measure Z Special Election here: https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/7761/Election-Results

For the most up-to-date voter information, you can visit cocovote.us.

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Posted on: March 7, 2023

Public Works Advises Residents to Stay Safe During Storms

Contra Costa County Public Works Advises Residents to Stay Safe During Storms 

(Updated) March 9, 2023, Unincorporated Contra Costa County, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works maintenance crews have been clearing storm drains, catch basins, road...

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

DA’s Office Reaches Plea Agreement On 2021 Shooting Death in Brentwood

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Posted on: March 1, 2023

Martinez Man Faces Charges of Robbery, Mail Theft, and Carjacking of a Postal Service Vehicle

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Posted on: February 27, 2023

Goodbye, MyBCW - Hello, BenefitsCal

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Contra Costa County has transitioned from MyBenefitsCalWin (MyBCW) to BenefitsCal, a new website to manage your benefits. This transition does not affect your current benefits. However, customers must create a new BenefitsCal account and link their case t...

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Posted on: February 10, 2023

FY2022-2023 Property Tax Postponement Deadline Extended to Apr 14, 2023

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Property Tax Postponement Deadline Extended to April 14 for Homeowners Statewide

California Offers Property Tax Deferment for Some Homeowners

SACRAMENTO—State Controller Malia M. Cohen today announced that homeowners throughout ...

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Posted on: February 7, 2023

Danville Blvd/Orchard Ct Complete Streets Improvement Project

Contra Costa County Public Works to begin Construction of the Downtown Alamo Roundabout 

February 7, 2023, Alamo, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works will begin work on the Alamo Roundabout, which is part of the Danville Boulevard/Orchard Court ...

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Posted on: February 6, 2023

Contra Costa Animal Services Seeking Adopters and Fosters as Shelter Reaches Capacity

All animals at Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will be free to adopt during the month of March in an effort to clear kennel space with the county shelter reaching near capacity. CCAS is also seeking qualified foster homes – specifically thos...

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Posted on: February 2, 2023

Storm Safety Tips

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Please take steps to be prepared and stay safe amid stormy weather.

If you live in unincorporated Contra Costa County and are concerned about flooding, you can visit one of the sandbag stations throughout the County. Please note that you&...

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Posted on: January 20, 2023

Road Closures in Contra Costa County

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(Updated) March 26, 2023, 12:10 p.m., Unincorporated Contra Costa County, CA - Contra Costa County Public Works continues to respond to emergency calls due to mudslides, sinkholes and other issues r...

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Storm Response 2023 Disaster Recovery FAQs

Storm Response 2023 Disaster Recovery FAQs

Here are FAQs, emergency contacts, and resources for County residents impacted by the storms from December 31, 2022, to January 30, 2023. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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Posted on: January 18, 2023

Tips to Stay Safe in Cold Weather

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Stay safe as chilly temperatures are in the forecast for Contra Costa County. 

Take steps now to protect people, pets, plants, and pipes from the cold:

• People: Wear layers, limit time outdoors, and check heaters in advance. 

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Posted on: January 10, 2023

Board of Supervisors Installs New Leadership with Supervisor John Gioia as Chair

Board of Supervisors Installs New Leadership

The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors held a swearing-in ceremony for Supervisor John Gioia as Board Chair and Supervisor Federal Glover as Vice Chair at its January 10, 2023, Board meeting.

At today’s Board of Supervisors meeting, Superio...

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Posted on: December 12, 2022

Save the Date: 29th Annual César E. Chávez Celebration

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Please join us on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, for the 29th Annual César E. Chávez Commemorative Celebration.

Each year during the ceremony, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors honors a group of students as part of the Youth Hall ...

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Posted on: December 7, 2022

Update on Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta

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The Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Estuary (Delta) relies on California’s two most significant rivers, the Sacramento and San Joaquin, and is the largest estuary on the West Coast. East Contra Costa County covers a large area with...

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Posted on: November 7, 2022

Contra Costa County Shines Light of Hope and Support for Veterans

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This coming Veterans Day, hundreds of counties are demonstrating appreciation and support for America’s veterans in a new way. County government buildings across the country, including our county building at 10 Douglas in Martinez, home to Contra Costa Co...

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Posted on: November 3, 2022

Contra Costa County Becomes 1st to Achieve TRUE Pre-Certification

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On November 2, 2022, Contra Costa County was recognized as a leader in sustainability and innovation at the Greenbuild International Conference at the Moscone Center in San Francisco. Contra Costa County’s former Administration Building (651 Pine Street) ...

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Posted on: October 12, 2022

County Administration Building Shines Light on Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness

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The County Administration Building was lit up in teal, green and pink lights on Thursday, October 13th, 2022 to shine a light on awareness and funding for metastatic breast cancer research. Every year, more than 685,000 people worldwide die from metastati...

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Posted on: October 6, 2022

Board of Supervisors Opens 58-Year-Old Time Capsule

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A time capsule that was buried under the prior Contra Costa County Administration Building since 1964 was opened at the October 4, 2022, Board of Supervisors meeting. The Supervisors also displayed items for a new time capsule that will be opened in 2072....

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Posted on: October 6, 2022

Board of Supervisors Opens 58-Year-Old Time Capsule

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A time capsule that was buried under the prior Contra Costa County Administration Building since 1964 was opened at the October 4, 2022, Board of Supervisors meeting. The Supervisors also displayed items for a new time capsule that will be opened in 2072....

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Posted on: September 12, 2022

Health Updates

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Contra Costa residents can get free at-home COVID test kits from Contra Costa Health (CCH) a new mail-order program.

People can order up to 4 free at-home test kits per household by filling out this online form or by calling us at 833-829-2626. There are t...

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Posted on: March 30, 2022

All-Electric New Construction Ordinance for Residential, Hotel, Office or Retail Buildings Adopted

On January 18, 2022, the County Board of Supervisors adopted an All-Electric Ordinance (Ordinance 2022-02) requiring all new construction of residential, hotel, office, or retail buildings to be all-electric. 

Starting April 1, 2022, applications ...

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Posted on: March 24, 2022

Parking and Access to County Administration Building

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If you wish to conduct County business and/or attend Board of Supervisors meetings, please make sure to give yourself time to park and go through security. The majority of parking around the County Administration building is metered. View maps an...

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Posted on: February 24, 2022

Voter-Approved Measure X

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Measure X is a countywide 20-year, ½ cent sales tax approved by Contra Costa County voters on November 3, 2020. Collection of the tax began on April 1, 2021. The ballot measure language stated that the intent of Measure X is “to keep Contra Costa’s region...

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Posted on: February 10, 2022

Contra Costa County's Redistricting Process to Adopt New Supervisorial Districts

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Contra Costa County Completes Redistricting Process and Adopts New Supervisorial Districts

Redistricting is the once-a-decade process of redrawing the boundaries for Supervisorial districts after the U.S. Census. 

At the November 23, 2021 Public He...

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Posted on: December 28, 2021

County Workforce Development Board Resources for Employees

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Workforce Development Board of Contra Costa County, a bureau of the Employment and Human Services Department, has resources available for those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including career skills training, unemployment information and free Rapid Re...

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Posted on: June 2, 2021

Marsh Drive Bridge Replacement Project

Contra Costa County Public Works to begin Construction of the Marsh Drive Bridge Replacement Project

 

June 2, 2021, Concord, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction of the Marsh Drive Bridge Replacement Project start...

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Posted on: July 11, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

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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:

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Posted on: July 11, 2019

Important Tax Dates

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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: April 5, 2019

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2023 Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors

Contra Costa is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected to represent residents of our County.

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