Which is the most important R: reduce, reuse, recycle, or rot? Learn about the 4Rs of sustainability in this awesome video produced by Boys and Girls Clubs of Contra Costa and New Leaf Collaborative on the Sustainability Resources page. Click below!
Attention Martinez Gardeners! Free Compost Giveaway on Saturday, April 17th from 9:00a - 1:00p.
For safety, this event will be by appointment only. Click below for more information on how to set an appointment.
Contra Costa County today is extending vaccine eligibility to anyone who is 16 and older opens up vaccine eligibility to those ages 16 and up who live or work in the county.
The City is now accepting applications for the following positions. Please click the position for the full Job Announcement including the application process.
Lifeguard/Swim Lesson Instructor
Commerical Pool Technician | Part-Time
Recreation Leaders
- After School Program
- Summer Playground Program
Police Officer
- Laterals & Academy Graduates Only
COVID-19 is spreading slower in Contra Costa than during a post-holiday peak a few weeks ago, allowing some business and community activities to resume in the county for the first time since November. Click below to read the full Press Release.
The City has updated its information on the Alhambra Highlands project. To learn more about the status, please click below.
In partnership with the Martinez Chamber of Commerce, the annual State of the City Address presentation is now available to view which includes our City's direction and plans for upcoming projects and vision for the future. Please click below.
If you are struggling to pay your auto insurance or having a hard time procuring homeowners’ insurance, please click the links below to find out how the California Department of Insurance (CDI) can help you.
The City has tabulated the results of the Community Downtown Tree Survey and is now poised to begin the process of replanting trees in the downtown. Please visit our Downtown Street Tree Program webpage for the most current information about our exciting project by clicking below.
Diablo Magazine recognizes the City of Martinez as a small-town charm with a hipster edge in this waterfront city, which is a superb destination for outdoor activities, wining and dining, and treasure hunting. Read the full article by clicking below!
View Contra Costa County's agenda by clicking on the link below and learn what they are doing about COVID-19.
The most recent County Health Order was issued on December 4th and is in effect at 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 6, 2020 through Monday, January 4, 2020 or until it is extended, rescinded, superseded, or amended in writing by the Health Officer. Please follow this link to view all County Health Orders. In order to comply with the order, Martinez City Hall and the Senior Center remain closed for all non-essential City services, and only essential Governmental Functions will remain active during this time while practicing the social distancing guidelines as instructed by the County Health Officer.
The renovation of Golden Hills Park includes demolition and construction of a new community building, reconstruction of the basketball courts and resurfacing of the tennis courts. Highland Avenue Park improvements include replacement of the play structure and reconstruction of the basketball court. At John Muir Park and John Sparacino Park, improvements include constructing pathway and lighting improvements. Each of the four parks will also receive various landscaping, irrigation, drainage, fencing, and park furniture improvements. Click 'read more' below for more information.
The California Department of Public Health issued an update on September 28, 2020 on Outdoor Playgrounds and other Outdoor Recreational Facilities. Playgrounds will be open to the public starting October 1, 2020, subject to certain conditions including adequate social distancing of at least 6 feet from anyone not in the individual’s household or living unit and use of face coverings outdoors for everyone 2 years of age or older. Following these simple public health and safety regulations is crucial to slowing the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
In response to growing concerns regarding the international Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the City has a dedicated page to provide current information for the community.
Click below to visit the new City of Martinez COVID-19 Small Business Resource Center to find out about COVID-19 funding opportunities, tax and bill payment relief, and other employer benefits.
Visit the following links for resources on activities, staying healthy, and how to support local businesses that are open during this pandemic.
The City continues to process building, engineering, and planning applications so that approved permits can be issued as soon as possible once the Shelter-in-Place is lifted.
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