Contra Costa County's Projected Road Ahead
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Please Continue to Stay Safe While the County Reopens
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If something is not yet on our County Timeline, it is because the State has not granted us permission to move forward with it. Today the State added Guidelines for reopening personal services such as Nail Salons, Tattoo Parlors and Body Waxing. The Guidelines are located
here
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Our Health Officer is reviewing these guidelines and will determine where they fit into Contra Costa’s Timeline.
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Please continue to wear your mask, shelter in place as much as possible, keep your distance and stay home if you are sick. Don't forget to wash your hands!
For more resources go to
www.coronavirus.cchealth.org
or call the Multilingual Call Center:
(844) 729-8410
between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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Contra Costa Receives State Variance to
Continue Reopening Plan
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The State of California this week granted Contra Costa County a variance that allows more local control over when some activities restricted by the COVID-19 pandemic may resume.
The variance allows Contra Costa to move ahead with its roadmap for reopening at a pace that is appropriate for local conditions, which includes hair salons, indoor dining, gyms and schools in coming weeks.
We are able to reopen more businesses and activities because the people of Contra Costa have diligently followed the health orders restricting our activities for many months. We remain committed to a safe and careful reopening for our county.
In an attestation filed to the state this week, Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS) outlined the progress at managing the spread of COVID-19 locally and how the local healthcare system is preparing in the event of a new surge in cases.
If safe to do so, hair salons and barber shops can reopen for business on June 17, according to a
timeline
released by CCHS. Indoor dining, bars, gyms and fitness centers, hotels and some indoor entertainment venues may follow July 1.
The county's timeline could change
community health indicators
worsen, such as an increase in the number of new cases or patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
Contra Costa is the first of six counties in the lower Bay Area to seek or receive a variance from the state COVID-19 health order, joining the North Bay counties of Napa, Solano and Sonoma.
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Covid-19 Updated Information
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We will be Updating our Swimming Pool Health Order
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Currently, there is much confusion surrounding the County’s Health Order allowing for the reopening of public swimming pools. Contra Costa County is reviewing newly released language from the State to make access less restrictive.
Our office is following this issue closely and will share new details as soon as they are available. You can also continue to check the County's
FAQ's
for up-to-date information
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Updated Schedule for Future Openings
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Testing for COVID-19 is Now Less Invasive
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Many of the testing sites have changed their method to a lower invasive nasal swab.
If you have recently participated in a protest, it is important to get tested.
People can spread COVID-19 without knowing that they are sick. Protect your family, friends and neighbors by getting tested.
There is no up-front cost for testing. You do not need medical insurance to get tested, however, if you have health insurance, your insurance will be billed.
You can get tested at a state or county site. You do not need a doctor’s note to schedule a test, but you must make an appointment.
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San Ramon Virtual Mayor's Breakfast
Great Information from Dr. Joseph, Infectious Disease Specialist
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Supervisor Andersen participated again today in the San Ramon Virtual Mayor's Breakfast.
Also presenting, was Dr. William Joseph, an Infectious Disease Specialist associated with San Ramon Regional Medical Center. Dr Joseph gave the viewers very valuable information about Covid-19 and explained why we should wear masks in public and how contact tracing is vital to reduce the spread of the virus.
You can watch today's Virtual Mayor's Breakfast by clicking below. Supervisor Andersen shares the most updated information from our County Health Department at the 8.20-minute mark. Dr. Joseph's presentation begins at the 37.30-minute mark.
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Transportation Services for Older Persons,
Those with Disabilities, and Veterans
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Free Legal Clinics for Seniors
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Contra Costa County Does Not Require the Maintaining of Lists of Participants at Religious Gatherings
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In the health order issued June 5 by Contra Costa Health Services, religious organizations were required to maintain a list of attendees at religious services and cultural ceremonies in the event of an outbreak of COVID-19.
The intention was to facilitate quick, complete contact tracing if a participant at the event tests positive. Health officers will be working with county attorneys to revise the order to reflect this as a
recommendation but not a requirement
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If a participant tests positive for COVID-19, the host will be asked to assist CCHS with contact tracing associated with the gathering. To mitigate the risk of transmission to the greatest extent possible, CCHS encourages participants to wear face coverings at all times, maintain social distance when possible, practice good hand hygiene, and stay home if sick.
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Library Offers Front Door Service at 23 Community Libraries
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Beginning Monday, June 15, the Library will offer Front Door Service at 23 community libraries. The service will allow patrons to pick-up books, DVDs and audiobooks placed on hold through the Library’s website at
ccclib.org
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CPUC Utility Consumer Programs
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During this difficult time, many households are facing income challenges and may need assistance managing utility bills.
The low-income California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) program, which provides up to a 35 percent bill discount, and the Family Rate Assistance program, which provides an 18 percent discount, can reduce energy bills for qualified households.
In addition, the California Lifeline program provides discounted home or cell phone service for qualified consumers.
Families who previously did not qualify for these discounts may now be able to take immediate action to reduce utility bills by calling their utility to enroll.
More information on these and other related programs/initiatives can be found below.
Here are some examples of CPUC consumer programs/initiatives:
- CARE/FERA Programs – Discounts on energy bills for income-qualified households (up to 35% bill discount with CARE and up to 18% bill discount with FERA)
- Medical Baseline – Extra allowances of energy billed at the lowest rate for customers who rely on life-support equipment
- California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) – Grants for digital literacy training, broadband access in public housing developments, and more
- California LifeLine Program – Discounted home phone and cell phone services to qualified households
- California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) – Provides discounted communications services to schools, community colleges, libraries, government-owned hospitals and other non-profit organizations
- Energy Saving Assistance Program (ESA) – provides no-cost weatherization services to low-income households who meet the CARE income guidelines
- Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) “Equity” and “Equity Resiliency” – Both categories aim to ensure lower-income, medically vulnerable, and at-risk for fire communities are at the front of the line to receive competitive incentives for battery storage
- Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Programs – Investments in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, with specific set-asides for disadvantaged communities
- Single-Family Affordable Solar Homes (SASH) – Solar incentives on qualifying single-family affordable housing
- Solar on Multifamily Affordable Housing (SOMAH) – Solar incentives on qualifying multifamily affordable housing
- Green Tariff Shared Renewables – Small solar projects built in disadvantaged communities
- Environmental and Social Justice Action Plan – Details and updates on our commitment to furthering principles of equity, inclusion, and justice across our entire portfolio of work
- Disadvantaged Communities Advisory Group – Consisting of representatives from disadvantaged communities who provide advice on state programs proposed to achieve clean energy and pollution reduction
- Low Income Oversight Board – Advises the Commission on low-income electric and gas customer issues and serves as a liaison for the Commission to low-income ratepayers and representatives
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District 2 Volunteer Opportunities
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Although, during these COVID-19 times, many of our advisory bodies are not meeting, some have been meeting virtually and more are starting to come on board with virtual meetings with each passing week. The benefit of these meeting platforms is that more people are able to participate than ever before.
If you are interested in participating in government, then perhaps one of these volunteer opportunities are of interest to you:
To advise on issues and concerns related to services provided by the County or other local agencies located within its boundary, which includes parks & recreation, lighting & landscaping, land use, code enforcement, public safety, and transportation. Alternate Seat Available.
Alamo Police Services Advisory Committee (CSA P-2B)
To advise the Board of Supervisors and the Sheriff's Department on the needs of the Alamo/Danville community for police services.
To advise the Board of Supervisors in collaboration with the
Alcohol and Other Drugs Services
, providing input and recommendations as they pertain to alcohol and other drugs prevention, intervention, and treatment services.
Established to decide disputes between property owners and the Assessor's Office. Disputes are heard by the Assessment Appeals Board, which is composed of members appointed by the Board of Supervisors.
Community Corrections Partnership, Community Advisory Board (AB109)
- Central County representation needed
http://www.cccounty.us/4165/Community-Advisory-Board
. To provide input on community needs; assess implementation of the realignment plan; review data on realignment outcomes; advise the CCP on community engagement strategies; offer recommendations for ongoing realignment planning; advise County agencies regarding programs for implementation in the County; and encourage outcomes that are consistent with the County’s Reentry Strategic Plan.
County Service Area P-5 Citizen Advisory Committee
(Roundhill Residents only)
To advise the Board of Supervisors on the needs of the Alamo community for extended police services for Roundhill.
To advise the Board of Supervisors and the Community Services Bureau for administration of the Community Services Block Grant.
The commission works to support early childhood development through a strategic plan developed pursuant to the California Children and Families First Act of 1998.
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