Shelter at Home Order for Alameda County
 Beginning June 19, 2020, the Health Officer Orders will further relax restrictions by reopening outdoor museums, outdoor restaurant dining, religious services, indoor/outdoor retail, and outdoor fitness classes. Read the press release HERE.
Residents are still required to stay home as much as possible, wear face coverings, and follow the precautions that have helped the region make progress to slow the spread of COVID-19. As we move forward, we will continue to be guided by our COVID-19 Indicators and other data related to the spread of COVID-19 in our region.
The Health Officer Order to Update the Shelter in Place allows:
- Small gatherings of individuals from different households to take place in outdoor settings, subject to certain conditions;
- Childcare providers to provide care to all children, not just children of essential workers, and establishes conditions under which youth extracurricular activities may resume;
- Educational institutions to resume career internship and pathways programs;
- Libraries to open for curbside pickup of books and other media;
- Certain businesses providing services with limited person-to-person contact, including appliance repair, and pet grooming services, to resume operations.
The small outdoor gatherings are permitted for people belonging to the same Social Bubble.
- A Social Bubble is defined as a group of 12 or fewer people from different households
- A Social Bubble should be maintained for a minimum of 3 weeks
- Participation is restricted to only one Social Bubble at a time
- Members of a Social Bubble are strongly encouraged to comply with Social Distancing Requirements and wear face covering to the extent feasible
CLICK HERE TO READ THE ORDER.
Expanded Face Covering Order
The Alameda County Health Officer issued an additional Order broadening when a face covering must be worn. The face covering order supersedes the prior face covering Order. Now face coverings must be worn at all times by all members of the public, including outdoors while engaged in physical activities (walking, running, biking, etc.) and within 30 feet of people outside of their household.
Children aged 12 and younger are not required to wear a face covering, and any child two years old or younger should not wear a face covering. The Order does not apply if a person is only with members of their own household and does not expect to come into contact with a member of the public. A person engaged in walking, hiking, bicycling, running, and other physical activities is not required to wear a face covering during the entire duration of their activity, but that person must carry a face covering that is easy to access so they can wear it once they are within 30 feet of other people.
CLICK HERE TO READ THE ORDER
CLICK HERE TO READ THE SUMMARY OF BOTH ORDERS
CLICK HERE TO READ THE ALAMEDA COUNTY REOPENING PLAN
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The CDC continues to provide and update guidance for preventing the spread of COVID-19 in communities. For additional information visit the CDC's website.
For general inquiries, please email ncov@acgov.org or call (510) 268-2101.
If you would like to report a "non-essential" business operating during the Shelter-in-Place Order, please email COVID19compliance@acgov.org.
Please check back on the Alameda County Public Health Department's dedicated COVID-10 website for updates and clarifications: acphd.org/2019-ncov.aspx
District 5 COVID-19 Resource Guide
Supervisor Carson's office has put together a COVID-19 Resource Guide for District to help centralize the information and resources you need to know about the COVID-19 Pandemic. It will be updated regularly, so be sure to check back often.
https://covid19district5.wordpress.com/
The site is organized into categories so you can get connected to resources specific to you (i.e.: Non-profit, Faith Community, Seniors, etc)
Great Plates Delivered
 The Alameda County Social Services Agency is excited about the opportunity to support our community through the Great Plates Delivered program. This food delivery program is designed to provide meals to Alameda County adults* age 65 and older and adults age 60-64 who are at high-risk, as defined by the CDC and who are unable to access meals while staying at home and are ineligible for other nutrition programs.
The County is in the process of developing this program and meals are not being delivered at this time. We will contact interested persons, screen them for eligibility and keep them informed as to when they can expect their first meal.
APPLY HERE
Please note: Great Plates Delivered program is currently approved through July 10, 2020. Any extensions of the program beyond that date are handled by the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) in consultation with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
*Individuals residing in Oakland will be referred to the City of Oakland Great Plates Program.
Will Assistance for Emergency Responders
The Alameda County Bar Association is offering a new free remote legal aid service for health care workers and emergency responders called WAFER (Wills Assistance for Emergency Responders).
WAFERs goal is to help those who's job puts them at high risk of exposure to COVID-19, prepare estate planning documents like a simple will, advance health care directives, and power of attorney. They have teamed up with local volunteer attorneys to help individuals fill out these forms.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Alameda County Disaster Relief Fund
The Board of Supervisors recently approved reactivation of the Alameda County Disaster Relief Fund. Due to the enormous and varied needs facing the community and the health care systems at this time, the county has established two separate funds:
The Disaster Relief Recovery Fund, will accept cash donations to purchase personal protective equipment and other supplies to assist those fighting the pandemic, such as first responders, emergency workers and health care providers.
The COVID-19 Disaster Relief Emergency Fund will provide emergency relief to families, youth and seniors that may need assistance. Support will include needs such as emergency childcare, shelter and food aid, personal protective equipment, continuation of client benefits, etc.
Learn more and donate here: http://www.acgov.org/government/news/disaster.htm
COVID-19 Food Distribution & Services Map
The Alameda County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Care & Shelter Branch, in close coordination with Alameda County Community Food Bank, 211, and individual cities, have developed a countywide interactive map that includes food distribution sites and other essential services which are currently open under the COVID-19 Shelter-In-Place Order.
The map will be updated regularly and remain active for the duration of the Shelter-In-Place Order.
Click here to view the map.
Crisis Support Services of Alameda County
If you're in Alameda County and you or someone you know needs support, Crisis Support Services of Alameda County is available to help 24/7 at 1-800-309-2131. Youth can also text the word "safe" to 20121 between 4pm-11pm daily. You do not need to be experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings to call.
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Alameda County COVID-19 Relief Briefing
 Please join Alameda County Supervisor Keith Carson for a briefing about the federal relief that Alameda County and State of California have received to assist our response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We will also provide County and State budget updates for FY 2020-21.
Wednesday, June 24, 2020
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
How to Participate:
Register on Zoom
https://bit.ly/2MGAwXe
Watch live on Facebook
www.facebook.com/supervisorcarson
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Important Deadline Approaching! The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is a loan designed to provide a direct incentive for small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll during the COVID-19 crisis. The US Small Business Administration will forgive loans if all employees are kept on the payroll for eight weeks and the money is used for payroll, rent, mortgage interest, or utilities. The deadline to apply is Tuesday June 30, 2020. We will discuss the PPP during the briefing session, but if you would like to learn more, CLICK HERE.
Student Support Circle:
Institutional Racism and Implicit Bias
California Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris will join "Student Support Circle: Institutional Racism and Implicit Bias" hosted by the California Department of Education and State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, in partnership with National Equity Project.
Thursday, June 18, 2020
4:00 PM
www.facebook.com/CAEducation
Middle and high school age students are encouraged to join on Facebook Live. It will feature students from across the state speaking about what they've experienced and talk about practical solutions to institutional racism and implicit basis in public schools.
East Bay EDA Speaker Series:
Restaurant Relaunch
Please join East Bay EDA for Restaurant Relaunch, the second event of our 2020 Speaker Series.
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
9:00 - 10:00 AM
Jay Coldren, Managing Director, Hospitality and Eat + Drink at Streetsense, will discuss the nuts and bolts of Restaurant & Bar Reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Streetsense is a multidisciplinary design and strategy firm specializing in restaurant and hospitality.
Registration for this webinar is open to the public. Make sure to submit your questions for the speaker Q & A in the registration form.
REGISTER HERE.
Belonging in Oakland: A Just City Cultural Fund
Belonging in Oakland: A Just City Cultural Fund is a new multi-year program that will fund Oakland cultural practitioners of color to radically reimagine a racially just city. In Year One of the program, Reflect & Reimagine grants will support breathing space and idea generation for what a just Oakland could look like, feel like, and be.
The Fund is a unique public-private partnership inspired by the cultural equity vision lifted up in the City of Oakland’s cultural plan, Belonging in Oakland. The partnership unifies Oakland’s Cultural Affairs Division’s vision with the racial justice mission of the Akonadi Foundation, and the power building commitment of East Bay Community Foundation.
Applications will be accepted until Monday, July 13, 2020.
To learn more and apply, CLICK HERE.
Fast Accessible Safe Transportation & Emergency Repair
Easy Does It Emergency Services is excited to announce a new program that expands our FREE emergency transportation and repair service area to North and Central Alameda County!
If your wheelchair, scooter, or other mobility device breaks down while you are out and about in the cities of Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Castro Valley, Emeryville, Hayward, Oakland, San Leandro or San Lorenzo, call Easy Does It.
Learn more: easydoesitservices.org/faster/
Know Someone Struggling to Pay Their Water Bill?
No one was prepared for the economic impact of COVID-19. Many are struggling just to make ends meet. As we all try to figure out how to adjust in this difficult time, worrying about water bills should not add to the burden.
EBMUD is working with residents to manage their water bills. Whether it’s qualifying for the Customer Assistance Program (CAP) or creating a workable payment plan, whether you are a home owner or a renter, help is available.
If you need assistance with your water bill or you know someone who does, call 1‐866‐403‐2683, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and a customer service representative will assist you.
For more information on EBMUD’s Customer Assistance Program, CLICK HERE.
COVID-19 Guidance for Immigrant Californians
The State of California has recently made available a COVID-19 comprehensive guide for immigrant Californians. The guide covers everything from how to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy to accessing financial assistance and understanding public charge.
English
http://bit.ly/3dYLdjw
Spanish
http://bit.ly/2AEjQNb
Chinese (simplified)
http://bit.ly/2ylkwqa
Tagalog
http://bit.ly/2ykq18w
Vietnamese
http://bit.ly/2zTZRK0
Korean
http://bit.ly/2LJw4q4
California Coronavirus (COVID-19) Response
The State of California has created a dedicated website for COVID-19. Here, you can learn about the Statewide Order to Shelter-at-Home, the latest virus statistics, state resources available for impacted individuals and businesses (including how to apply for Unemployment and State Disability), and how you can best protect yourself and your community. You can also find an extensive social media toolkit to help share vital information with your local networks.
Visit:
https://covid19.ca.gov/
Dedicated COVID-19 Websites for District 5 Cities
District 5 cities have set up their own websites with relevant information, resources, and updates regarding COVID-19. Whether you want to know about what essential services will remain open, if parking rules will be enforced, or how you can help support your neighbors and local businesses in need of assistance, be sure to check back regularly on these websites for the most up-to-date information:
City of Albany
https://bit.ly/2wDbofF
City of Berkeley
https://bit.ly/2xptQsk
City of Emeryville
https://bit.ly/2UdCDpY
City of Oakland
https://bit.ly/2JernUc
City of Piedmont
https://bit.ly/2QYmLWD
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