First West Nile Virus Death Since 2006 Reported In Contra Costa County
A Contra Costa resident died this month from West Nile virus infection, underscoring the need for everyone in the county to take precautions against mosquito-borne illness. The death of an adult man who lived in East County was reported to the county on July 16. It was the first West Nile virus-related death reported in…
County Animal Services Seeks Adopters, Fosters To Alleviate Overcrowded Shelter
CCAS partnering with Bissell Pet Foundation to provide free adoptions of all animals during the month of July as shelter reaches capacity Martinez, CA – In partnership with the Bissell Pet Foundation, all animals at Contra Costa Animal Services (CCAS) will be free to adopt during the month of July in an effort to clear…
Nomination Period For Lafayette City Council Election Opens July 15
Lafayette, CA: The City of Lafayette has announced the nomination period for four seats on the City Council will open on Monday, July 15, 2024. The election will be consolidated with the statewide election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, and will include the following Officers: Three (3) City Councilmembers for the full term of 4…
Applications For District Attorney’s Fall Community Academy Available
Martinez, California – Applications are being accepted for the 2024 Fall Community Academy at the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office. The free, 10-week learning experience will be at the District Attorney’s Community Room in downtown Martinez from 6:00-8:30 pm every Wednesday starting on August 28th. “Communication is a cornerstone of a strong community,” District…
Former Con Fire Battalion Chief Admits To Felony Grand Theft Charge
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, California – The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office secured a felony grand theft conviction against a former battalion chief with the Contra Costa Fire Protection District as part of a negotiated disposition. Louis Manzo, Jr., 58, of Danville was initially charged by the District Attorney’s Office in…
County Health Putting Grant Money Toward Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety
From Contra Costa Health Contra Costa Health (CCH) announced today that it has received a $202,692 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Program. This grant will allow CCH to promote safe practices for pedestrians and bicyclists and provide education about the importance of sharing the…
County Receives Funding For EV Chargers At Some Local Libraries
(Martinez, CA) – Contra Costa County received $15 million in funding from the US Department of Transportation’s Community Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Program, which seeks to strategically deploy publicly accessible electric vehicle charging and alternative fueling infrastructure in the places where people live and work. The County’s “EV 4 All” program will consist of installing…
County Health Conducts Surprise Inspection At Martinez Refinery
From Contra Costa Health: Contra Costa Health (CCH) today launched an unannounced inspection at Martinez Refining Company – owned and operated by PBF Energy, Inc. (PBF) – to request records and observe its operation with a focus on safety programs, reliability of equipment and to follow up regarding several recent accidents. Given the recent history…
Supportive Housing Facility For Homeless To Open In San Pablo
From Contra Costa Health: Homekey Program Brings Innovative Permanent Supportive Housing to Contra Costa County Contra Costa Health (CCH) will open a new permanent supportive housing facility and expand critical housing services in the county, thanks to a $16 million grant from the state’s Homekey program. The facility, located at 2555 El Portal Drive in…
Teresa Gerringer Resigns From Lafayette City Council
From the City of Lafayette: LAFAYETTE, CA: Councilmember Teresa Gerringer announced today that she will resign her position on the Lafayette City Council effective January 23, 2024 at noon due to family reasons. In her letter of resignation, Gerringer said: “It has been my honor to serve the residents of Lafayette for almost 23 years,…