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Clayton FAQ

How do I apply for a business license? 
    
You can download the Business License Application here or you may contact Rita Howe, Business License Department at (925) 673-7310.

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What forms do I need if I work out of my home? 
    
The City of Clayton requires a Business License and a "Home Occupation Permit" for business owners operating a business out of their home. If you need more information, contact Rita Howe or by telephone (925) 673-7310.

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Whom do I contact for information regarding Diamond Terrace Senior Living Facility, 6401 Center Street? 
    
Contact Professional Apartment Management, Inc. (PAM) at (925) 524-5100 for more information. Their office hours are Tues-Sat 10:00am to 6:00pm.

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What are the telephone numbers for the local utility service(s)?
       
 Water Contra Costa Water District  (925) 688-8044
 Electricity/Gas  Pacific Gas & Electric  (800) 743-5000
 Garbage/Recycling/Yard Waste Allied Waste Management (925) 685-4711
 Cable TV Comcast (800) 945-2288
 Telephone ATT  (800) 310-2355

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How can I make a reservation at one of the parks or Endeavor Hall? 
    
Contact Rita Howe, Office Assistant at (925) 673-7310.

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How do I contact Animal Control Services?    
Martinez Animal Shelter - 4800 Imhoff Place.
Public Access - 925-335-8300
Licensing:  925-335-8310
Spay Clinic:  925-335-8320
Volunteers:  925-335-8330
Humane Education:  925-335-8340

For the number of animals allowed at a residence or to report a violation, contact Rita Howe, Code Enforcement at (925) 673-7310.

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To Whom can I report a non-operating street light? 
Please visit the City's street light page and determine if the light is City owned or PGE owned. Report a Streetlight outage. Please have the pole number and location information available along with a brief description of the problem.

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How can I obtain voter registration information? 
    
Voter registration forms are available from Clayton City offices at 6000 Heritage Trail or from the County Elections Office at www.co.contra-costa.ca.us or (925) 646-4166.

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Who do I contact regarding rattle snakes and wild pigs?     
Contact Animal Control at 335-8300 unless the snake is posing a danger directly inside a house or on a porch then you may contact the Clayton Police Department at 673-7350.

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Who do I contact regarding mosquitoes, yellow jackets and skunks and information on the West Nile Virus? 
    
Contact the Mosquito and Vector Control at (925) 685-9301.