Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder Retires

The county's board of supervisors will discuss replacing Joe Canciamilla, who announced Oct. 31 that it was his last day on the job.

County Event For Veterans: Documents Recorded, Stored For Free

The Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder-Elections Department is hosting its third annual "Operation Documentation" veterans assistance event.

Annexing Up To 4 Areas Focus Of Martinez City Council Session

In May, the Martinez City Council identified the annexations as one of the council's top five goals for the next two years.

'Scare-Amony' Weddings Again Offered By Contra Costa Co. Clerk

Halloween-costumed wedding officiants are once again available for "a wickedly good time," according to Clerk-Recorder Joe Canciamilla.

Martinez Volunteers Needed For County Board

Do you have a heart for people struggling with alcohol or other substance abuse?

County Seeks Volunteers For Alcohol & Other Drugs Advisory Board

Contra Costa County is currently seeking applicants from District 5 along the north shore of the county from Pinole to Antioch.

Congressman Hosting 2 Town Hall Meetings

U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier will update constituents on House of Representatives activities, including oversight of the Trump Administration.

Supes Put Moratorium On Criminal Court Fees In Contra Costa Co.

The temporary moratorium was narrowly approved in a 3-2 vote.

Pay Raises Approved For County Probation Officers, Social Workers

Union members called the raises approved by Contra Costa County supervisors a good first step, and plan to next work on health-care costs.

Group Seeks Sales-Tax Hike To Fund Bay Area Transportation

A coalition dubbed FASTER Bay Area proposes putting a tax increase on the November 2020 ballot for all nine counties in the region.

Bear Joins Contra Costa County DA's Office As Facility Dog

The District Attorney's Office is welcoming its newest member, a dog who helps victims of crime and knows English and Spanish commands.

County Postpones Youth Summit In Wake Of Mass Shootings

In order to address safety concerns, the day-long event has been postponed, said Contra Costa County Supervisor Federal Glover.

Two-Thirds Of Contra Costa County A Fire Hazard Severity Zone

"People need to understand there's a new normal."

Marina Area, Carquinez Shoreline Focus Of Martinez Public Meeting

Plans for the two notable pieces of Martinez land are up for public discussion in a meeting at City Hall.

Settlement Will Allow Some Housing At Pine Meadows Golf Course

"With this settlement, we hope to put those disagreements behind us and move forward for the betterment of the city and all its citizens."

Dunivan Annextation On Martinez City Council Agenda

Annexation of the 10-acre Alhambra Valley parcel — surrounded on three sides by the city — has been under discussion for several years.

Embattled Contra Costa Co. Assessor Gus Kramer Misses Court Date

Longtime county Assessor Gus Kramer did not appear in court for his scheduled arraignment on allegations of "willful or corrupt" misconduct.

Lawsuit Accuses County Jail Guards Of Conspiring With Prison Gang

A lawsuit filed in federal court says deputies' actions at the Contra Costa County jail in Martinez made the assault of an inmate possible.

Grand Jury Seeks Removal Of Contra Costa County Assessor

Assessor Gus Kramer is accused of making unwanted and harassing sexual remarks to employees, as well as ethnically disparaging comments.

Martinez Homelessness Forum: Problems, Solutions Shared

Martinez is a small town by Bay Area standards, but it's at the crossroads of the county's mental health and criminal justice systems.

Contra Costa County Elections Division Launches Voting Info App

The Contra Costa County Elections Division has launched an app through which registered voters can request their election ballot by mail.

Cannabis Businesses In Martinez: City Seeks Proposals

For those wanting to legally operate a cannabis business, the city has issued an RFP (requests for proposals).

Homelessness Forum Planned In Martinez

A panel of experts from Contra Costa County and the City of Martinez will provide an overview of the problem and answer questions.

Contra Costa Among 5 CA Counties Receiving CalRecycle Grants

The funding is for cleanup and restoration projects on agricultural properties.

Temporary Martinez Dog Park: City Council To Hear Update On Usage

The dog park at John Muir Amphitheater was set up as part of a three-year trial period.

Census 2020: Contra Costa County Kicks Off Campaign To Count All

"Census 2020 impacts every Contra Costa resident in how each of us is served and represented," Board of Supervisors chair John Gioia said.

Ordinance Would Allow 6 Martinez Commercial Cannabis Operations

The city's newest iteration of a commercial cannabis operation will be presented to Martinez City Council tonight.

Martinez City Council Selects Figueroa For City Manager Role

Martinez city officials said Eric Figueroa was selected from 35 candidates in a nationwide search for the next city manager.

Martinez Poised To Name City Manager

Martinez City Council is set to appoint Eric Figueroa to the city's top spot.

Martinez City Council Set To Select New City Manager

Martinez has not enjoyed stability in the top city administrator's spot in recent years,

Cannabis Businesses In Contra Costa Co.: Supes Extend Deadline

A Martinez-based attorney specializing in cannabis regulations said the extension gives applicants more time to secure properties.

Contra Costa Co. Seeks Civil Grand Jury Applicants 18 And Older

The Civil Grand Jury investigates local government agencies and school districts to provide independent oversight.

Martinez Hosting Town Hall Meeting With Union Pacific Railroad

The meeting has been in the making for many months.

Valentine's Day Weddings Offered At Historic John Muir House

Couples can sign up now to get married on Feb. 14 at the Martinez venue.

Martinez City Leaders To Tour Vallejo Cannabis Dispensaries

Martinez is in the process of crafting a "cannabis management program" that would include approving cannabis-related businesses.

Martinez To Rename Park In Memory Of Mayor John Sparacino

The city announced a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the renaming of Alhambra Park as John Sparacino Park.

2020 Census: $1B In Fed Funding At Stake For Contra Costa County

"This is important, this is significant," said Supervisor John Gioia. "We need to invest."

City Of Martinez Set To Dissolve Joint Agency With Pleasant Hill

The Pleasant Hill-Martinez Joint Facilities Agency formed in 1975 left the city of Martinez behind on employees' Social Security payments.

Martinez Cannabis Cultivation Ordinance: City Council To Consider

Council members are set to consider limiting the number of marijuana plants permitted per residence in the city.

Cannabis Businesses: Supes Outline Process, Timeline

"Fast tracking" the steps to open storefronts was discussed by the Contra Costa County supervisors at recent meeting.