Beckford Investigation & Consultant Bureau

10/14/2024

"Mike Barbanica is the best choice to replace Supervisor Federal Glover because Contra Costa County needs leaders, not followers. Barbanica is responsive, Scales-Preston will hardly return a phone call, let alone an email.

The truth is, Mike Barbanica and Shanelle Scales-Preston are similar on many issues except for public safety. Barbanica takes a no-nonsense approach while Scales-Preston is holistic. We have seen “holistic” in Contra Costa County and it’s been a disaster–just ask business owners and victims of crime.

Sadly for Scales-Preston, Pittsburg has one of the worst crime rates in the nation for car thefts, they have no grocery store and roads are a mess. One would think working for Congressman DeSaulnier and access to funding and programs, solutions would have been brought forward, instead, its been business as usual which Pittsburg will wake up one day and wonder why they will need a tax increase to fund basic city services.

As for Barbanica, while being in the minority of the council has gotten some pretty big wins while dealing with circus like antics from a foolish mayor and majority council. Barbanica has brought body cameras to the police department, a sideshow ordinance, and even called for assistance from the sheriff and CHP—a year before the mayor finally realized Barbanica was right. And lets not forget the push to increase code enforcement. He also has the right approach to homeless and blight—something Scales-Preston sticks to talking points.

Barbanica is ultimately the better choice for District 5 because it means more equity and resources spread out evenly across the county versus District 1 continuing to get the attention and resources—that in itself is a big win for central and east county." Read the full article here: https://contracosta.news/2024/10/09/editorial-endorsements-in-contra-costa-county-elections/

10/08/2024

“We endorse Mike Barbanica for our next County Supervisor because he is the change we need in this office. Mike is focused on the people within the community, safety, and making a better life for residents.” – John Romeo and Anne (Billeci) Romeo

Thank you, John and Anne, for your support! Both lifelong Pittsburg residents, John and Anne encourage everyone to study this race and make a decision that will shape the future of our county.

10/04/2024

A chat with Mike Barbanica, candidate for Contra Costa County Board of Supervisor in District 5. He provides an update on the campaign.

09/14/2024

09/13/2024

The Brentwood Police Department wants to alert the community to a recent scam involving callers impersonating our department. These scammers, using the Police Department’s phone number, are fraudulently requesting money and threatening arrest if the demands are not met.

Please be aware: THIS IS A SCAM! The Police Department, nor any other government agency, will ever request payment to avoid arrest.

If you have any questions or believe you may have been a victim of this scam, please contact BPD Dispatch immediately at 925-809-7911. Your safety and security are our top priorities.

09/12/2024

09/06/2024

🚔 Honored to be Endorsed by the Moraga Police Officers' Association! 🚔

With this endorsement, I’m proud to have the support of nearly all public safety organizations in Contra Costa County:

-Contra Costa County Deputy Sheriffs Association (CCDSA)
-Sheriff David Livingston
-International Association of Firefighters Local 1230 (Contra Costa County, Rodeo-Hercules, El Cerrito, Moraga-Orinda, Kensington Firefighters)
-District Attorney's Association & DA Investigators' Association
-California Association of Highway Patrolmen
-PORAC
-Police Officers' Associations across Contra Costa

Thank you to all who protect our communities daily. Let’s keep working together for a safer CoThank you to all who protect our communities daily. Let’s keep working together for a safer Co Costa!

09/04/2024

Do you mind sharing this post?

Last week, our detectives and officers, in collaboration with loss prevention teams and the Oakley PD, conducted an organized retail theft operation in our city. Our detectives, dressed in plain clothes, collaborated with local stores such as Kohl’s, Ulta ,Home Depot, and Marshalls to catch individuals who stole or attempted to steal merchandise.

Overall, the operation led to five arrests, including one juvenile arrest.

We want to send a clear message to those considering stealing in our city: we work closely with our businesses and their loss prevention teams to prevent thefts and hold thieves accountable. Whether it’s a plainclothes detective nearby or loss prevention monitoring through video surveillance, we are vigilantly protecting our community.

A big thank you to Oakley PD, along with employees of Kohl’s, Ulta, Home Depot, and Marshalls, for their help in this operation!

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. Together, we can keep our city safe.

08/31/2024

08/30/2024

Please join us as we bid farewell to a dedicated member of our police family, Rosemarie Bassi.

Officers Bassi was sworn in as a Pittsburg Police Officer in November of 2016. During her career, Rose was a patrol officer, field training officer and canine handler. She received several Chief’s Commendations, a Stolen Vehicle Award, and multiple Firearm Awards. Rose was an asset to the Pittsburg Police Department, and we wish her well in her future endeavors.

Thank you for your service and congratulations. 💙🚔🚨