The Contra Costa Council is a public policy advocacy organization that promotes the economic vitality of Contra Costa County and the region. The Council engages on issues of critical importance to the business community and residents of Contra Costa County, balancing the needs of a diverse county though policy efforts that provide for economic development while retaining our quality of life.

The Council also produces top-tier events, including Contra Costa USA, the premier business event in the County, featuring major national speakers as well as providing a local perspective on current events. The Council retains a close relationship with local, state and federal elected officials. These relationships provide regular opportunities for our members to interact with their political representatives and other business leaders.

If you are a member, your password will be emailed on August 3. For non-members, please look at the “membership” page to sign up to become a member and enjoy all the business benefits of this dynamic organization. Go to the membership section of the website and sign up today.

The Council's activities are driven by our task forces, which are led by top professionals in their field. The task forces identify issues and develop sound positions for the Board of Directors to consider for official advocacy. Our current task forces include:

• Budget Reform Ad Hoc Task Force
• Concord Naval Weapons Station Ad Hoc Task Force
• Delta Vision Committee
• Economic Development Task Force
• Environmental/Manufacturing Task Force
• Health Care Task Force
• Land Use Task Force
• Small Business/Entrepreneur Task Force
• Social Responsibility Task Force
• Transportation Task Force
• Water Task Force
• Workforce Development & Education Task Force

The Contra Costa Council would like to thank our Corporate Members: