Funds are available to assist you with repair costs on your rental housing property. Loans are available at 3% simple interest No monthly payments for 20 years!
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has approved furloughs for 2009/10 and 2010/11. Click on the link below to view a calendar which shows the dates that the Contra Costa County community libraries (including Martinez) will be closed for 2009/10.
The State of California is in its third consecutive dry year. Water reserves are nearing historic lows. The City of Martinez Water System is restricting the use of water begining June 1, 2009. Water conservation will be very important to all of us. Mandatory rationing will likely be necessary from all Martinez water system customers to meet our reduction levels. Click here to view water conservation materials, programs, and rebate information. In addition, water conservation kits are available while supplies last.
The City held a photo contest to select pictures for inclusion in its 2009-11 Budget that showcase the beauty, character, and charm of Martinez. More...
The Martinez City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1352 C.S. on May 6, 2009 (Chapter 8.05 of the Martinez Municipal Code), to offer additional protections to the non-smoking public by regulating secondhand smoke in and around public places, such as City businesses (including bars and restaurants). More...
The “WE Connect” Campaign is entering its fourth year of connecting California’s working families to the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and other important programs and services – such as “life line” utility rates – that provide critical economic assistance to those who need it the most. More...
Everyone who lives or works in Contra Costa County are invited to register their cell phone number and the ZIP code areas for which they'd like to receive these (infrequent*) alerts. More...