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LGBTQ Pride Month in Contra Costa County
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The Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County declares the month of June 2020 as LGBTQ Pride Month in Contra Costa County and encourages a safe and accepting environment for all members of the community.
Read the Board of Supervisors full resolution here.
Supervisors support and promote inclusion, non-discrimination, and equality among all County residents.
The month of June was chosen for LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning) Pride Month to commemorate the rise of the LGBTQ civil rights movement that grew out of spontaneous civil rights demonstrations by members of the LGBTQ community against unjust police raids that took place in New York City at the end of June 1969, known as the Stonewall Riots.
Find out about local Pride events and more at
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Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Contra Costa County
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The Board of Supervisors also declared the month of June 2020 as Elder Abuse Awareness Month in Contra Costa County.
Older adults deserve to be treated with respect and dignity to enable them to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and vital participating members of our communities. As our population lives longer, we are presented with an opportunity to honor older adults as we consider our collective needs and future as a nation.
In Contra Costa County, Adult Protective Services (APS) receives more
than 4,000 elder and dependent adult abuse reports per year and, in California, there are an estimated 202,549 cases of reported elder and dependent adult abuse annually.
Elder abuse is significantly underreported, and is particularly concerning
during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place when there has been a noticeable decline in elder abuse reporting with increased social isolation, known to be a major cause of elder abuse.
It is estimated that for every single known case of elder abuse in California, 24 are unknown, and one in 44 cases of financial abuse is known.
APS in Contra Costa County collaborates with several other county
agencies to address social isolation through webinars, public service announcements, resource sharing and other awareness activities, especially during the COVID-19 health crisis.
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ECCFPD "Criteria to a Sustainable Solution"
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East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Chief Brian Helmick discusses
“Criteria to a Sustainable Solution”
in this 2nd of ECCFPD's 6-video series.
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7 Ways to Prepare for a Home Fire
- Install the right number of smoke alarms. Test them once a month and replace the batteries at least once a year. Purchase smoke alarms here.
- Teach children what smoke alarms sound like and what to do when they hear one.
- Ensure that all household members know two ways to escape from every room of your home and know the family meeting spot outside of your home.
- Establish a family emergency communications plan and ensure that all household members know who to contact if they cannot find one another.
- Practice escaping from your home at least twice a year. Press the smoke alarm test button or yell “Fire“ to alert everyone that they must get out.
- Make sure everyone knows how to call 9-1-1.
- Teach household members to STOP, DROP and ROLL if their clothes should catch on fire.
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All Fireworks Banned in Contra Costa County
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The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff would like to remind all county residents about the use of fireworks during the 4th of July holiday.
Contra Costa County is a ‘fireworks-free zone’; the sale, possession or use of fireworks of all types and sizes (including Safe & Sane fireworks) are banned in the county (County ordinance 44-2.002). This includes the unincorporated areas as well as the cities.
Deputy Sheriffs and officers on patrol will confiscate all fireworks. Typical fireworks problems in the past have included aerial skyrockets of varying sizes, from bottle rockets to three inch mortar launched shells. Fireworks purchased in neighboring counties, other states, or over the internet are illegal to use or possess in Contra Costa County.
Offenders could also face up to $500 in fines. Possession of dangerous fireworks, like M-80’s or cherry bombs, constitute a felony and could result in fines of up to $5,000 and imprisonment. Violators may either receive a citation in the case of a misdemeanor, or they could be booked in jail for felony use or possession of fireworks.
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Bay Area Job Opportunities
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Check out these employer websites and follow instructions to apply!
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Tech industry
Online Learning
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The U.S. Census is still hiring; all work is being done remotely, and starting wages are $25/hour:
2020 Census Jobs
The U.S. Small Business Administration is hiring temporary employees to assist with disaster relief efforts; bilingual skills are a plus:
Disaster Response Jobs at SBA
The State Employment Development Department (EDD) is seeking 1,800 additional staff statewide to handle the deluge of unemployment claims:
Careers at EDD
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With summer approaching and recreation on the state’s waterways set to increase, the State Water Resources Control Board is asking the public to be mindful of freshwater harmful algal blooms (HABs) in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, as they can cause illness and are especially harmful to children and pets.
Recreational exposure to cyanobacteria and associated toxins can cause eye irritation, skin rash, mouth ulcers, vomiting, diarrhea and cold and flu-like symptoms. Dogs are susceptible because they tend to drink while in the water and lick their fur afterward, increasing their risk of exposure and illness.
Symptoms with animals include vomiting or diarrhea, lethargy, abnormal liver function test results, difficulty breathing, foaming at the mouth, muscle twitching and sometimes death. More information about health impacts for domestic animals and livestock can be found on the portal’s
Domestic Animals webpage.
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County Department Closures and Service Modifications
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As the county continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, many non-essential county functions from across departments have been temporarily modified to comply with the Bay Area-wide Shelter in Place Order.
Please
Click Here
for the most current information regarding closures and service modifications for County Departments
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Contra Costa Accessible Transportation Plan
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Let’s make transportation convenient for older adults and people with disabilities!
If you’re an older adult, have a disability, or are a veteran, transportation in Contra Costa County can be challenging. We want to identify ways to make it easier for you to get around the county—whether you’re going to an appointment, getting groceries, visiting family, or anything else.
You can participate from home!
Due to the shelter-in-place we are asking individuals to complete the survey online or participate in a short phone interview.
Participants will be entered in a drawing for a $25 gift card!
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2020 Summer Bike Challenge
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Residents of eastern Contra Costa County, looking for free summertime activities that are fun for the whole family? Check out 511 Contra Costa’s
Summer Bike Challenge
.
To start, download your free Challenge Card at
www.511cc.org/sbc
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Then bike to as many destinations as you can, and cross off the squares as you go, like BINGO! Plus, earn a free reward (online this summer) and enter the iPad grand prize drawing along the way. If destinations remain closed, just bike on by and enjoy the ride! Ready to roll?
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Census2020 Self-Response Rates
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Census Partners,
Due to the work of community partners, Contra Costa County has the 2
nd
highest self-response rate (SRR) in CA as of 6.24.20! And, the following cities and neighborhoods have surpassed their 2010 SRR results. Let’s continue to push the response rates higher and higher!
- Clayton
- Danville
- Lafayette
- Martinez
- Oakley
- Pinole
- City of Richmond Neighborhoods
- Marina Bay
- Richmond Annex
- Richmond Heights
- San Pablo Neighborhood – Lower 23rd St
- Alamo
- Discovery Bay
- East Richmond Heights
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You can find the Contra Costa County SRR report as of 6.22.20
here.
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Clerk-Recorder Offering Online Wedding Ceremonies!
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The Clerk-Recorder is now offering marriage licenses and civil marriage ceremonies online for County residents. Clerk-Recorder staff perform the civil ceremonies using Zoom or FaceTime.
“June is traditionally a month of many weddings,” Deborah Cooper, County Clerk-Recorder said. “We are pleased to offer our constituents a creative new method to be married during this crisis.”
California Governor Gavin Newsom recently issued an Executive Order permitting the issuance of marriage licenses and the conduct of remote civil wedding ceremonies via teleconferencing technologies.
At least one of the parties to the marriage must be a Contra Costa County resident. The couple must appear together on the video and be physically present within the State of California. Invited guests may join in to view the ceremony.
No additional software is required for the license or the ceremony, but the couple must complete the forms in advance of the ceremony. A computer, tablet, or cell phone with a microphone/camera and an internet connection is required.
Marriage service appointments are currently available Tuesday through Thursday, during the month of June. If couples would like more information or to schedule an appointment, email
marriages@cr.cccounty.us or call (925) 335-7900.
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