Weekly Message ~
April 2020
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The 2020 Census is Happening Now!
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Every 10 years, the federal government must count each and every person living in the country. It doesn’t matter what your citizenship status is, how old you are, or if you have had trouble with the law. Making sure you and your family are counted is one of the most powerful things you can do to support your community and shape your future.
The 2020 Census will ask a few simple questions about you and everyone who is or will be living with you on
April 1, 2020
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For the first time, you can choose to complete the census
online, by phone, or by mail
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Property Tax Deadline Remains April 10
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The County encourages taxpayers to pay their property taxes by mail, automated phone system, online, using the drop box located at
555 County Center, Redwood City
. Once our office re-opens, taxpayers are encouraged to NOT make in person cash payments. Please use a personal check or obtain a cashier’s check or money order and mail your payment in, if possible.
You may pay online at:
tax.smcgov.org.
Or, you may call the automated phone system at
(866) 220-0308
. The second installment of property taxes is due no later than
Friday, April 10, 2020.
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SamTrans to Begin Rear-Boarding Practice
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In an effort to comply with social distancing recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, SamTrans will begin implementing
rear-door boarding
on buses with multiple doors in its fixed route service. ADA passengers and riders needing assistance will still be able to board through the front doors. Fare payment on these routes will not be required until further notice.
SamTrans continues to serve riders who rely on public transit for vital access to resources, and is committed to the well-being and health of our bus operators and riders. While onboard the bus, riders should try and stay six feet apart from fellow passengers. SamTrans is maintaining daily onboard cleaning and sanitation protocols in compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines.
If passengers have questions regarding fares, they should call the SamTrans Customer Service Center at
(800) 660-4287
or (TTY)
650-508-6448
for those who are hearing impaired.
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Menlo Park Businesses with Adapted Hours During COVID-19
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Due to the recent legal Orders of Shelter in Place that have been issued by California health officials, the
businesses that remain open include
: restaurants for take-out service or delivery, grocery stores, homeless shelters, social services, pharmacies, child care facilities, gas stations, banks, laundry businesses and services necessary for maintaining the safety, sanitation and essential operation of a residence.
We have created a list of Menlo Park restaurants with take-out service or delivery, and grocery stores that have adapted services during COVID-19 so you can continue to support local businesses through this health crisis!
View the list here!
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Help Peninsula Volunteers, Inc., Meals on Wheels Program Raise Funds to Feed Local Seniors in Need
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Please join with Peninsula Volunteers, Inc.'s Meals on Wheels program team to provide critical delivery of hot and nutritious meals They deliver daily meals to our most vulnerable seniors in San Mateo County, over 12,000 meals each month. PVI's major fundraiser event set for April 5th has been cancelled for all of the right reasons, yet the funding need is greater now than ever. Your donation will make an impact today in our all-out effort to feed those who need it the most, homebound and isolated seniors right here in San Mateo County.
By
donating now
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you will help continue meal services to those seniors in need, both now and in the weeks and months ahead. Your donation will also help address their growing waitlist.
Peninsula Volunteers, Inc.
is the sole operating provider of Meals on Wheels in San Mateo County, except coastside, so please join with them and give what you can.
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Keep The Refuge Eagle Flying
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"For the past 12 years, the Refuge has tried to bring the most enigmatic, iconic food to the Bay Area. Whether it's our hand-carved navel pastrami, the truly authentic Philly CheeseSteaks, or the finest craft beer on the planet, we have done our utmost to protect the origins of true "food of the heart". Now, the Refuge finds itself on the ropes. We were forced to close both locations (San Carlos and Menlo Park) to protect the health and safety of our employees and the community. COVID-19 is wreaking havoc in the restaurant industry.
We are all fighting for survival. We are trying to raise money for the heart and soul of the Refuge, our employees. We had no choice but to lay off all 70 people.
100% of funds raised will go directly to help employees who are now struggling to make ends meet.
Our employees are some of the finest people that we know. They have given the best years of their life to the REFUGE. Many of you already know them by name. We know we will come back... stronger than ever! Our commitment is to retain the best team in the business. Please help, if you can.
Thank you so much for your support, With much love, Matt Levin & Melanie Roth"
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