Martinez Marina with the George Miller, Jr. Bridge in the background

The Benicia Bridge (connecting Martinez and Benicia) was named in honor of George Miller's dad, State Senator George Miller, who died in office in l969 and who was instrumental in having the bridge built. The bridge was completed in 1976.

Martinez, facing the bay

Shell Refinery

The Shell refinery is just one of many refineries in Congressman Miller's district. Other refineries include Valero (in Benicia), Ultramar which has been purchased by Tesero (in Avon), Chevron (in Richmond) and Phillips (in Rodeo). The refineries are an important part of keeping the labor force in Mr. Miller's district strong, and they provide needed resources to Northern California.

New park in Martinez honoring the Pony Express

The Pony Express in Contra Costa County

The Pony Express was in service from April 1860 to October 1861. Although in action for only 18 months when the completion of the transcontinental telegraph ended its operations, the Pony Express was of great historical significance. The Pony Express proved to the eastern establishment that the Central Route could be used by the railroads to bind our country together. In less than a decade the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific rails would meet at Promontory, Utah to form the Nation’s first transcontinental railroad. The 10-day delivery time of the Pony Express was a revolution in its day bringing political and social news to readers. This new park in Martinez features a plaque that recognizes Contra Costa County's important role in helping the success of the Pony Express.

New area redone in downtown Martinez, near the train station

View of hills surrounding Martinez

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