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Be sure to check out Health Care Services newsletters, which include progress made during Shelter-in-Place, information about COVID19 testing, and an update about how racial disparity continues to play a role in COVID19 cases and planning: http://www.acphd.org/2019-ncov/alameda-county-update-archive.aspx .
Don't forget that wearing a mask in public is now mandatory with some exceptions as per Governor Newsom's order on June 18th. For more information, please visit the full guideline here: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/DCDC/CDPH%20Document%20Library/COVID-19/Guidance-for-Face-Coverings_06-18-2020.pdf
Our public safety and public health are the top priorities as we continue to adapt to the effects of COVID-19 on our community, and attestation is the appropriate method to get more clarity on how to move forward safely and effectively. Alameda County needs to be in lockstep with other counties in the region in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 to our neighborhoods and also our neighboring counties, either by those who are traveling for services or a mismatch in basic communal safety practices. We need measured approaches to re-opening and attestation will help us figure out the way forward.
As a reminder, if everyone continues to follow protocols, we will be able to continue having a life during this pandemic. If not, we go back to square one. Like Governor Newsom said, re-opening is like a dimmer switch - we don't want it all the way off or on, we need to find a the balance. After 4 months of data gathering, we're in a much better position to reach, treat, and re-open in communities that are historically hit harder by COVID-19, the economy, and systemic racism so I view this as the perfect moment to have achieved attestation. Many thanks to the hard work of Health Care Services and Public Health for having our application fast tracked after the Board of Supervisor voted in favor of requesting attestation this Tuesday.
I also want to take a moment to address a very well articulated public speaker's comment during the Board meeting about the unintended language that has been used to describe communities who continue to be most affected by COVID-19. It is most definitely not the fault of these communities that they did not hear the messaging around how to stay safe, and the County has responded by focusing more on having appropriate messages and trusted messengers. Rest assured we have been working hard to connect more effectively with our most vulnerable residents and I hope those efforts will bear better results in the near future.
Finally, I am thrilled that our beloved Oakland zoo will be reopening just in time for summer fun on July 29th! This institution is a huge part of our history in Oakland and Alameda County, and with the support of the Board of Supervisors and numerous generous donors, it is here to stay and continue a legacy of community excellence. Stay tuned for special events and updates by visiting their website: https://www.oaklandzoo.org/
Oakland Symphony is here to stay.
You can lean on us.
The Oakland Symphony is pleased to share a 130-member virtual performance of the timeless classic “Lean on Me”, by Bill Withers. The performance captures the Oakland Symphony family of ensembles – the Orchestra, Chorus, and Youth Orchestra along with 30 participants of the Symphony’s MUSE education program. The performers ranged in age from 8 to 86.
Released in 1972, “Lean on Me” is a timeless song with powerful lyrics that continues to influence generations of listeners. With Withers’ passing on March 30, Oakland Symphony pays tribute to his contributions to music and his continuing impact on the world. The video also celebrates the breadth and scope of Oakland Symphony’s ongoing musical work, education activities, and community presence.
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Whether it’s at home, work or within our community, small actions can make a big impact, especially during these transformative times.
3 Ways to Reduce Plastic Waste
Refuse single-use plastics
Reducing single-use plastics is good for your health and the planet. While you might use a plastic item for a few minutes, it can take hundreds of years to break down. Invest in a metal or glass straw, use a reusable water bottle, and replace your disposable sandwich bags. Each week, keep track of every piece of plastic you use, throw away, or recycle, and commit to reducing your use.
Reduce Vehicle Miles Traveled
Car tires are the leading source of microplastics (particles less than 5mm) that fall on our roadways and flow into our Bay. Microplastics change the chemistry of our water and can end up in the fish we eat. When it’s safe to do so, take public transit, carpool to work, and find opportunities to leave the car at home when you go out.
Take The Pledge
Understanding how to reduce plastic trash in our communities, Bay, and ocean is the first step to a plastic-free environment. Are you ready to make a real change? Join us this #PlasticFreeJuly and see how much plastic you can permanently eliminate from your life!
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   Black people deserve to thrive, not just survive. Black people deserve to be heard, not erased.
If we want to make Black lives matter, we have to ensure Black people are counted in the Census. Census data is used to make decisions about how money and power are shared in our society.
When Black communities are undercounted, the resources and representation our communities deserve are sent to more privileged communities instead. Getting counted in the census allows our black communities to reclaim those resources, bringing back funding for health care, food services, housing, and education. It enables the political representation necessary to fight the greater systemic problems.
Please help fight for equity by getting counted in this Census 2020 - for a complete count and beyond.
  
   
 
Oakland Office
Phone: 510.272.6694
Eden Area District Office
Phone: 510.670.5717
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Visit https://www.acgov.org/board/district4/ for more information about my priorities as District 4 Supervisor.
For information on COVID-19 in Alameda County visit http://www.acphd.org/2019-ncov.aspx
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