Q: Where can I find the Pittsburg Court?
A: The new Pittsburg Superior Court is located at 1000 Center Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565 - right next door to City Hall at the intersection of Center Drive and Railroad Avenue. The Court Clerk's Office is also located there. Phone numbers are: Civil/Small Claims (925) 427-8158; Traffic (925) 427-8170; Criminal (925) 427-8173.
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Q: What are the Marina Ameneties?
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- Very competitive slip rates/fuel rates
- 274 covered berths up to 20’- 50’
- Water & electricity included in rent
- 24 hour public launch ramp
- On site haul out service available
- Pittsburg Yacht Club on site
- Public transportation
- Extensive water front access (bicycling, jogging, walking, etc.)
- Dockside market –complete live/frozen bait
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Q: I want to make a public records request. What do I do?
A: Contact the City Clerk's Office at (925) 252-4850, or email aevenson@ci.pittsburg.ca.us. Records Request Forms are available on this website if you wish to fill out a form and send it to the City Clerks Office. The address is 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565. The City Clerk will respond within 10 days of receipt of the request. |
Q: I want to file a Claim against the City. What do I do?
A: Contact the City Clerk's Office at (925) 252-4850, or via email at aevenson@ci.pittsburg.ca.us. You can also send a letter to the City Clerk at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565. A claim form will be forwarded to you. You can also download the form here Claim Form, fill it out and return it to the City Clerk's Office. An original signature must be received in the Clerk's office. |
Q: I'd like to be on a City Commission. What is available and how do I apply?
A: There are three Commissions within the City and four County Commissions that have Pittsburg residents appointed by the City Council. The first three Commissions are the Plannning Commission, the Community Advisory Commission, and the Housing Commission. The Housing Commission has special requirements in that both citizen members must be tenants of the Pittsburg Housing Authority, and one of those members must be age 65 or older. The County Commissions are the Library Commission, the CCTA Community Advisory Commission, the County Advisory on Aging, and the Mosquito and Vector Control Commission. Terms on all Commissions are typically four years. Notifications for all openings are posted in the local newspaper. You can download an application form from this website under City Clerk Forms: Application and forward it to the City Clerk's Office. An interest list is held for future openings. |
Q: I want to be notified when City Council Agendas are published on the website. What do I do?
A: To subscribe to our City Council agenda e-notification list, please send an email with your request to the City Clerk at aevenson@ci.pittsburg.ca.us. This list is maintained as a separate contact list available only to the City Clerk, which assures you will not receive any other unwanted email.
We have a FREE automated notification system that alerts subscribers to Planning Commission and Community Advisory Commission meeting agendas. There are additional topics you can select for automated alerts to you. Best of all -- you pick on which items you wish to receive alerts. Click here to subscribe to our e-notification system. |
Q: Facade Loan
A: Question: How Do I get a Facade Loan for my building.
Answer: Ask! We may be able to provide a loan for your building improvements. Call our planning division at (925) 252-4920 to learn more. |
Q: How do I pay my water bill on line?
A: It's simple to pay your bill on line. To begin, click here. |
Q: How do I apply for a job?
A: We only accepts applications for positions we are currently recruiting for. To receive e-mail notifications on job openings that correspond with your job interest, you may create a job interest card through the Human Resources Department's webpage or click: Job Interest Cards
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Q: Does having a Pittsburg business license alone allow me to conduct business in the City of Pittsburg?
A: No. You must also comply with any and all regulations that pertain to your business and location, including zoning and health and safety, etc. The business license is only an indication that you have completed the application and paid the fee for the term of the respective business license.
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Q: I have a business license that was issued by Contra Costa County. Why do I need another business license?
A: The Contra Costa County business license only allows you to operate in the unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County and is not valid for business operations conducted within the City of Pittsburg. You will need to obtain a separate business license to operate within the City of Pittsburg.
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Q: What does it cost to replace my business license?
A: It costs $5.00 to obtain a replacement copy of your business license.
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Q: How can I verify if a business operating in Pittsburg has a current business license?
A: You may telephone the Business License Division at (925) 252-4955 and provide the name and/or street location of the business. The Business License Clerk will verify whether or not the business has a current business license.
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Q: Can I use my business license to do business in another city?
A: No. This license is for doing business in the incorporated area of the City of Pittsburg. Should you plan on doing business in another city, you MUST contact that city in order to obtain their requirements for a business license.
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Q: Does a business license need to be renewed if so, when and how?
A: A Business License for the City of Pittsburg is subject to renewal once a year. Your business license must be renewed every January 31st. The City of Pittsburg will mail renewal applications mid-November of the current year, to the mailing address on our file. The renewal application (with any changes noted in “RED ” on the form) and fee payment must be returned by February 1st of the following year to avoid a late payment penalty. If the payment for renewal is received after February 1st the renewal becomes delinquent and subject to a 10% penalty per month up to a maximum of 50%.
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Q: May I apply for my license through the mail?
A: Yes. You can down load the business license application from our website at http://www.ci.pittsburg.ca.us or you may pick up an application on the first floor of City Hall. Complete and mail the application along with your payment to the address printed on the form. You may also fax the application to (925) 252-6969 along with your credit card information.
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Q: How much does a business license cost?
A: When applying for your license you must estimate “Gross Receipts” from the time of your application to the end of December of the current year (refer to the back of the Business License Application for a fee schedule). In addition to the license fee, some businesses that are using a residential address will require an additional fee of $35.00 for a Home Occupation Permit. This fee is required when using your home address as a business address. A “P.O. Box” is only accepted for the purpose of a mailing address.
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Q: How long does it take to get a business license?
A: Once you have completed your application and paid your fees, it takes approximately six (6) weeks to receive approval from the appropriate departments within the City of Pittsburg. Upon receipt of these approvals the Business License Clerk will mail the actual Business License to the mailing address reflected on the application.
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Q: Do I need a Business License even if my business is not located in the City of Pittsburg?
A: All entities and persons doing business in the City of Pittsburg (including subcontractors) are required to have a current Business License. This includes home-based businesses, as well as those in commercial areas. It also includes non-Pittsburg businesses that come into Pittsburg to provide services or deliver goods for a fee. A Business License must be obtained prior to commencing business operation.
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Q: Where do I go for property assessment or tax information?
A: The Contra Costa County Assessor's Office, 2530 Arnold Drive, Suite 100, Martinez, CA 94553. Phone (925) 313-7400. Website: www.co.contra-costa.ca.us |