Sagewood—New Resident Info

Moving to a new home is an exciting time, but before you can sit back and enjoy your new Ryder Home, don’t forget to establish the necessities.

All utilities have been installed and are being provided by the builder until the close of escrow. It will be the homeowner’s responsibility to transfer service into the homeowner’s name no later than 24 hours after the close of escrow. CAUTION: If the transfer is not completed 24 hours after the close of escrow, service will be disconnected and the homeowner will be responsible for additional reconnect charges as well as any current charges.

ELECRICITY
There is a connection fee, plus a deposit. The deposit is refunded with interest after one (1) year of good payment record. For hook-up or other information, contact Pacific Gas & Electric Company by calling (800) 743-5000.

WATER
There is a deposit required. Your deposit is refundable after one (1) year of good payment record. The deposit may be waived with a letter of good credit. For hook-up or other information, contact The Diablo Water District by calling (925) 625-3798 or visiting 2407 Main Street, Oakley, CA.

SEWER
Connection is automatic you may contact Iron House by calling (925) 625-2279

GARBAGE SERVICES
For service and pick up days, contact The City of Oakley by calling (925) 757-7660 or visiting 3221 Main Street, Oakley, CA.

TELEPHONE
There may be a refundable deposit required, as well as an installation charge. You must supply your own telephone equipment. A 2-business day notice is required for connection. Contact SBC by calling (800) 891-1800.

CABLE
There may be a refundable deposit required, as well as an installation charge. Contact Comcast at (800) 945-2288.

POST OFFICE
Is located at 400 Dell Antico Ave. Oakley, CA. Contact (925) 625-5687. Your new zip code is 95476.

VOTER REGISTRATION
Must reside in the state of California. In Contra Costa County, a person must register 15 days before an election in order to vote. Register by calling (925) 646-4166 or visiting 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA.

CALIFORNIA DRIVER’S LICENSE
The requirements for getting a California state driver’s license include California proof of insurance, a social security card, proof of legal presence in the United States, and proof of age. A written test and eye examination must be taken. There is no need for a road test if the person has a valid driver’s license from any other state and less than three (3) citations in the last four (4) years.

For more information, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at (800) 777-0133 or visit 1399 Buchanan Road, Pittsburg, CA.

Office Hours:  Mon; Wed; Thurs; Fri 8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
                     Wed  9:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION
The state requires proper state’s registration, title (only if you plan to change title), and vehicle identification number. California requires a smog inspection on vehicles newer than 1976. California also requires proof of insurance and proof of sales- tax paid (if vehicle has not been previously registered). California allows a new resident 20 days to register his/her vehicle before fines can be implemented.

For further information, contact the Department of  Motor Vehicles at (800) 777-0133 or visit 1399 Buchanan Road, Pittsburg, CA.

University Residency
Diablo Valley—321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA. (925) 685-1230
Contra Costa—2600 Mission Bell, San Pablo, CA. (510) 235-7800
San Joaquin Delta—5151 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA (209) 954-5151
Los Medanos—2700 E. Leland Road, Pittsburg, CA. (925) 439-2181

School Enrollment
All new students need their birth certificates as proof of identity, and must be immunized for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping cough, Polio, Rubella, and Rubeola (Measles). Must be five (5) years of age on or before September 30 to enter kindergarten. Must be six (6) years of age on or before September 30 to enter first grade.

For enrollment in elementary, middle or high school, contact Oakley Union School District (925) 625-0700 or visit 91 Mercedes Lane, Oakley, CA.

Elementary Schools
Delta Vista—4901 Frank Hengel Way, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-6840
Gehringer—100 Simoni Ranch Road, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-7070
Iron House—4801 Frank Hengel Way, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-6825
Laurel—1141 Laurel Road, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-7090
Oakley—501 Norcross Lane, CA. (925) 625-7050
O’Hara Park—1100 O’Hara Ave. Oakley, CA. (925) 625-5060
Vintage Parkway—1000 Vintage Parkway, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-6800

Middle Schools
Delta Vista—4901 Frank Hengel Way, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-6840

High Schools
Liberty Union—20 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA. (925) 634-2166
Freedom—1050 Neroly Road, Oakley, CA. (925) 625-5900
La Paloma—6651 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood, CA. (925) 634-2888

Pets
Dogs must be licensed with current rabies certificates.
Contact: Contra Costa County, 4800 Imhoff Place, Martinez, CA. (925) 335-8300

Local Newspapers
Contra Costa Times—2640 Shadlands Drive, Walnut Creek, CA. (800) 598-4637

Medical Facilities
Contra Costa Heath Services—50 Douglas Drive, Martinez, CA. (877) 661-6230