Submittal of Documents. "Local Area" means Contra Costa County."Master Agreement" or "Schedule A" means the Master Collective Bargaining. Page. Article 1. Recognition. 1. The first step to get help with paying your fees and tuition is to submit an application for financial assistance. (2) Employee has been in paid status in the employment of the Contra Costa. Fill out the information below, and attach documentation demonstrating the exemption approval. Bargaining Agreement remain the same, with the exception of those below.