Official Brentwood City Guide 2016-17

2016-2017

Official Brentwood City Guide

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RENTWOOD IS ONE OF THE BEST places in California to raise a family – winning awards each year for excellence in public schools, neighborhoods, parks, trails and recreation programs.

Visit us online at www.brentwoodca.gov

This guide is printed on recyclable post-consumer waste material. © Published by Brentwood Press & Publishing Corporation

About Brentwood Located 55 miles east of San Francisco, the city of Brentwood is a desirable community for residents and businesses alike. Incorporated in 1948, Brentwood is located in the far Eastern Contra Costa County region of the San Francisco Bay Area. The community has a long and storied history in agriculture and farming production. That tradition continues today even with the residential growth the city has experienced over the last several years. In the late spring and summer months, area farms are brimming with agri-tourists seeking out the latest stone fruits, corn and cherries.

The city’s incorporated boundary currently totals 14.8 square miles (9,502 acres), with a sphere of influence totaling 17.4 square miles (11,129 acres).

The City provides a full range of services including Police, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, Economic Development, Planning, Building, Code Enforcement, Engineering and Inspection, Housing and General Administrative Services. Brentwood receives fire protection services from the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District. The City operates public water and wastewater utilities, as well as providing refuse collection and disposal, and a recycling program.

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Social Media

City of Brentwood - Official Facebook Accounts

The City of Brentwood is pleased to announce that we are now on social media! To get connected with the City on our social media platforms, please visit the Facebook links below:.

• City of Brentwood www.facebook.com/City-of-Brentwood-502757233220838/

• City of Brentwood Economic Development www.facebook.com/City-of-Brentwood-Economic-Development-865736700239155

• City of Brentwood Parks and Recreation www.facebook.com/City-of-Brentwood-Parks-Recreation-1001728223226953/

• City of Brentwood Police Department www.facebook.com/City-of-Brentwood-Police-Department-840246656087958/

• City of Brentwood Public Works www.facebook.com/City-of-Brentwood-Public-Works-1035830909811204/

Contact Us 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 Phone: 925-516-5400 – Fax: 925-516-5441

info@brentwoodca.gov For frequently requested contact numbers, please visit: http://www.brentwoodca.gov/contact/default.asp

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City Council Council Chamber: 150 City Park Way – Phone: 925-516-5440 Email: CityCouncil@brentwoodca.gov

City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 7 p.m.

The Brentwood City Council consists of the Mayor and four Council Members. The Mayor is an elected position, serving four-year terms. The City Council Members are elected and serve four-year terms. The City Council elections are held in November of even numbered years.

To view the current City Council Members please visit: http://www.brentwoodca.gov/gov/council/

Commissions & Committees One of the greatest assets the City of Brentwood has is its people, especially those who devote their skills, knowledge, experience and time to serving their community. One of the ways in which residents can serve the community is by becoming a member of one of the Committees or Commissions, which serve as advisory bodies to the City Council.

• Arts Commission • Park and Recreation Commission • Planning Commission • Brentwood Advisory Neighborhood Committee (BANC) • Youth Commission If you are interested in serving your community on one of the above Committees or Commissions, please complete the Commission Interest Card, which is available on the City’s website, and mail it to: City of Brentwood, Attn: City Clerk’s Office, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 For more information, call City Hall at 925-516-5400.

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City Manager’s Office 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-5440 – Fax 925-516-5441 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

CityManager@brentwoodca.gov

The City of Brentwood operates under the City Manager form of government. Under policy direction of the City Council, the City Manager serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of the City; assumes full responsibility for planning, administering, directing, overseeing and evaluating the activities and operations of all City departments.

City Clerk

150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-5440 – Fax 925-516-5441 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

CityClerk@brentwoodca.gov The City Clerk’s Office is responsible for preparation of agendas and minutes; ensures compliance with legal noticing requirements; serves as the Elections Official for the conduct of general municipal and special elections; responding to requests for public records; maintenance of the City’s Municipal Code; and management of the citywide records management program. The City Clerk is the filing officer for Political Reform Act documents. Copies of Campaign Statements are available on the City’s website. The City Clerk’s Office also provides U.S. passport information and serves as a passport acceptance center at City Hall. Passport services are located inside the Permit Center, 1st Floor, Community Development Department.

Economic Development 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-5440 – Fax 925-516-5441 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

EconomicDevelopment@brentwoodca.gov

Brentwood’s Economic Development Division implements a wide variety of services and initiatives to assist with local business attraction, retention, and expansion as well as job growth. These services include marketing, real estate and location assistance, analysis, permit assistance, development agreements and also connecting businesses to key financial services and business opportunities.

The Economic Development team furthermore has several programs that are specific to helping local businesses succeed, such as the Economic Development Grant Program, Marketing Programs, Business Training and Business Networking.

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Administrative Services

150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 Businesses Services 925-516-5460 – Fax 925-516-5401 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

AdministrativeServices@brentwoodca.gov

Utility Billing 925-516-5415

Your first point of contact when starting water, sewer and garbage services is the City of Brentwood.

Information regarding utility services, along with online payment options, can be accessed on the City’s website at www.brentwoodca.gov. Just click on “How Do I?” then click on “Pay” and select “Water, Sewer, Garbage Service” to access Utility Billing information and determine which payment option is best for you.

Business License 925-516-5480

Every business operating in the city is required to obtain a Business License. This includes residential landlords and businesses which conduct business in Brentwood even if they do not have a physical office in the city. For additional information visit our website at www.brentwoodca.gov, click on “How Do I?” and select Business License under the “Apply For” section.

Community Development 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-5405 - Fax 925-516-5407 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

CommunityDevelopment@brentwoodca.gov

The Community Development Department is responsible for Planning, Building, Code Enforcement, and Affordable Housing activities in the city.

Planning Division is responsible for implementing City policies that direct the physical development of the city. Policy implementation and project analysis include establishing conformance to local goals for development, adopted General Plan policies, such as agricultural preservation, growth management, and provision of parks and public infrastructure, and identifying environmental consequences of new development.

Building Inspection supports the safety and quality of life for the residents, business owners and visitors in the city of Brentwood by enforcing the California Building Codes through the permitting and inspection process to provide for the life safety of occupants in structures.

Code Enforcement takes an active role in maintaining a healthy, safe, clean and attractive place to live, work and play.

Affordable Housing Division assists with the development of high quality, affordable housing which supports the local economy by providing safe housing options to a range of wage earners. The team provides assistance to various income levels and provides a purchase program and residential rentals to income qualifying families.

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Parks & Recreation

35 Oak Street, Brentwood 94513 925-516-5444 – Fax 925-516-5445 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.brentwoodca.gov/eMotion Contact Parks & Recreation to register for all activities and rentals.

Brentwood has 227 developed acres of parkland, 69 parks and facilities, 17.5 miles of trails and 13 miles of bike lanes. The department serves all age groups through the various community programs offered.

Brentwood has a large variety of Public Art. Stop by and pick up “A Guide to Outdoor Works of Art” in Brentwood, to visit all 24 public art locations.

Special Events / Programs For 2016

• Starry Nights in Brentwood Summer Concert Series • Movies in the Park • Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony • Scarecrows in the Park

Special Classes

• Fitness, Health and Self Defense • Performing Arts, Dance & Gymnastics • Online Courses (ed2go)

Adult Sports Programs

• USSSA Men’s and Co-Ed Softball Leagues

Summer Camps

• Lego Camps • British Multi-Sports Camps • Mad Science of Mt. Diablo Camps • Kidz Love Soccer Camps • Skyhawks Camps • Freshi Films Camps • Gymnastics, Tennis, Archery & Dance Camps

Youth Sports Programs

• Preschool Sports Programs • Basketball, Soccer, Flag Tag • Elementary Sports Programs

City Facilities / Rentals We invite you to take advantage of the City’s beautiful facilities for reasonable fees when you are looking for a place to have a reception, special event, business or organization meeting or sporting event. All sites feature convenient locations and full support from friendly, helpful staff who are dedicated to doing everything possible to make your event a success.

The following facilities are available for rent:

• Brentwood Community Center – 35 Oak Street • Brentwood Senior Activity Center – 193 Griffith Lane • Brentwood Family Aquatic Complex and Concession Stand – 195 Griffith Lane • Brentwood Skate / BMX Park – 195 Griffith Lane • Mobile Stage and Bleachers • Sunset Park Athletic Complex – 655 Sunset Road Also available to rent are softball and soccer fields, bocce and horseshoe courts.

Group Picnic Rentals

Group picnic areas are available for all sizes of fun, from 1 to 100 participants! Many locations include grills with nearby restrooms, and most sites are covered.

Reservation Information

Picnic facility rental applications are available beginning in February for April 1 through October 31, at the Parks and Recreation Office. Applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis. No phone reservations will be accepted.

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Public Works

Engineering Division - 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-5420 – Fax 925-516-5421 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Engineering@brentwoodca.gov Operations Division – 2201 Elkins Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 925-516-6000 – Fax 925-516-6001 M-F – 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Engineering Division – Engineering is comprised of three sections (Capital Improvement

Program, Development and Traffic & Transportation) and is responsible for the design, development and construction of private and public works infrastructure and facilities.

Operations Division – Operations is comprised of five sections (Fleet/Facilities Maintenance, Solid Waste (Garbage), Street Maintenance, Wastewater (Sewer) and Water) and is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all City public works infrastructure.

Water – 925-516-6000; Wastewater – 925-516-6060; and Solid Waste – 925-516-6090.

Water Conservation & Drought – A comprehensive list of current requirements along with other water conservation and/or drought information is available on the City’s website at www.brentwoodca.gov/savewater. Customers may also contact the Water Conservation Specialist for a free water-use evaluation and additional information at 925-516-6000.

Public Safety / Brentwood Police 9100 Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, CA 94513 925-634-6911 M-F – 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Police@brentwoodca.gov Emergency 911 – Non-Emergency Dispatch 925-778-2441 Inquiries on the services below can be made to 925-634-6911

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• Bicycle Licenses: Residents are encouraged to get licenses for their bicycles; there is no charge for this service.

• Child Identity Kits: These kits are offered by the Police Department to assist parents in maintaining crucial information about their children.

• Fingerprinting: By appointment only on Thursdays, between the hours of 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Call 925-634-6911 for an appointment.

• Neighborhood Watch: Please contact the Police Department if you are interested in starting a program in your neighborhood.

• Police Explorers: A law enforcement scouting program for youths ages 14 - 18.

• Tell-A-Cop Hotline 925-809-7826: This number may be used to report non-emergency traffic law violators.

• Vacation Watch: Members of the Police Department are made aware of homes that have people away on vacation.

• Vehicle Abatement/Parking Complaint Hotline 925-809-7827: Leave a message to report parking violations on public streets.

• Vehicle Inspections: Vehicle Identification Number verifications for DMV. • Volunteers (VIPS): A program for adult volunteers who desire to be actively involved in the Police Department.