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Free COVID-19 Tests Available for Order |
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To ensure that all Americans have access to timely COVID-19 testing, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services and the U.S. Postal Service have launched COVIDtests.gov, a new site for requesting free home test kits by mail.
Every address in the United States is now eligible to receive four free tests by signing up at the site, which is also a helpful resource for finding nearby COVID-19 testing and vaccination clinics, and information about insurance reimbursement for purchasing home test kits. The free test kits will ship free starting in late January.
Home test kits, also known as rapid antigen tests, are available over the counter at pharmacies. While the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests provided at community clinics are the most accurate for detecting COVID-19, antigen tests are the best choice for finding out quickly if someone is contagious.
Antigen tests produce a result in about 15 minutes, rather than the days it can take for a laboratory result from a PCR test. They are useful for determining whether a COVID-19 quarantine or isolation period can be shortened, and before visiting to help protect people at high risk of serious illness from COVID-19.
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Draft Plans Now Available, Redistricting Efforts Continue Feb. 1 |
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The City of Concord's Redistricting process continued Jan. 10 with a public hearing to gather more input and Council direction, and community-submitted plans were due Jan. 18.
The plans will be presented publicly at the third public hearing on Redistricting, which is set for Tuesday, Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. During this meeting, members of the public and Council will have an opportunity to comment on the plans, and the City Council will provide direction to the demographer on preferred alternatives or refinements to prepare them for final review and adoption at subsequent public meetings.
The final adopted map is due to the County by April 17, 2022.
Los borradores de los mapas se han producido y ya están disponibles para su revisión.
Todos los mapas se revisarán en la próxima audiencia pública el martes 1 de febrero del 2022 a las 7 p.m.
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Developer to Host Jan. 27 Meeting on Base Reuse Project |
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Concord First Partners, LLC, Master Developer of the Base Reuse Project at the former Concord Naval Weapons Station, is inviting the Concord community to participate in its first virtual community meeting on Thursday, Jan. 27 at 6:00 p.m.
This will be the first in a series of ongoing meetings hosted by the development team and will provide an opportunity for residents and stakeholders to share their thoughts and valued input, comments and perspectives as pertains to the project. All are invited and welcome to attend.
Find the Zoom log-in details on the meeting flyer (click to download), and on the developer's website.
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Preschool Open House Set for Feb. 19 |
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Save the date for the Parks & Recreation Department's Preschool Open House.
Join us on Saturday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to explore your future preschool classroom at Baldwin Park and Centre Concord. Meet the staff, tour the classes, and learn more about our play-based curriculum!
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City's Dog Parks to Close for Annual Maintenance |
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The City of Concord’s two dog parks are scheduled to be closed for annual turf renovation and general maintenance.
Newhall Park Paw Patch Dog Park will be closed from Thursday, February 3 through Friday, March 18. The City’s Baldwin Dog Park will be closed beginning on Friday, March 18 and will reopen on Tuesday, April 19.
Renovations will include aeration, re-seeding, adding organic mulch, and allowing time for the natural turf grass to grow and fill in the worn areas. The Paw Patch and Baldwin dog parks are consistently some of Concord’s most popular amenities available for local canines and their owners. Consistent turf renovations will keep the facilities attractive and safe.
Signs have been posted at the two facilities to ensure the community is aware of the planned maintenance. The City will also update its Rain Hotline (925) 671-3479 in the event of any future changes.
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The City of Concord is seeking motivated, public service-minded individuals to fill openings in several departments, including Community Development, Information Technology, Parks & Recreation, and Public Works.
We are also actively recruiting for police officers, trainees, volunteers, cadets and civilian staff in the Police Department. Interested in a job in law enforcement or with the Concord Police Department? You can learn more about opportunities to protect and serve your community at www.joinconcordpd.com.
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Concord Restaurant Week is Back |
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The 5th Annual Concord Comfort Food Week is going on now: January 14-31, with delicious culinary favorites for those ready to indulge.
A part of California Restaurant Month, Comfort Food Week is a celebration of Concord’s local restaurants, many family-owned, and the hard-working, nimble staff that manage each location.
New this year: Participating restaurants are offering specials for anyone showing their Comfort Food Passport at any of the 30-plus venues. Locals and visitors everywhere can download their FREE Comfort Food Passport from VisitConcordCA.com.
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