Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan’s Weekly Updates on COVID-19
Alameda County, California sent this bulletin at 10/26/2021 01:17 PM PDT
 
Oakland Office
| Dear District 3 Community, The County of Alameda is committed to keeping the public informed as we work together to stop the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). For up-to-date data and answers to frequently asked questions, visit ACPHD's dedicated COVID-19 web page. It is an honor to serve you. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any comments, questions or concerns that you may have regarding the district or Alameda County. Sincerely,  Wilma Chan  Celebrating a Safe and Healthy Halloween & Día de los MuertosMany commonly celebrated Halloween and Día de los Muertos activities carry risk for spreading COVID-19. ACHPD encourages community members to limit celebrations to small, outdoor gatherings and implement extra safety measures – especially when everyone is not vaccinated – to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19. As a reminder, costume masks do not provide protection from COVID-19 and, for safety reasons, do not wear Halloween costume masks over a protective cloth mask. If participating in traditional trick-or-treating, wear a face mask or keep your distance from others, and sanitize your hands to help reduce your risk of getting COVID-19. Volunteers Needed for Free Tax Assistance ProgramThe Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) needs volunteers for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program! Anyone can volunteer! SSA will provide IRS-certified training to all volunteers. Training sessions begin in November and include both in-person and online options. Sign up online: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program. Funding Available for Homelessness ServicesThe Alameda County Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to fund homelessness services in several geographic areas in Alameda County. HCD is hosting a mandatory meeting on Monday, November 1, 2021 at 10 AM via Zoom for all applicants to discuss the RFP priorities and eligibility. Applications are due December 3, 2021 at 5 pm and awards will be announced in January 2022. Mandatory RFP Meeting Meeting ID: 824 4049 6942 Questions: please contact Michael Drane at 510-670-6487 or Michael.Drane@acgov.org. FREE Alameda County Fair Tickets for District 3 Residents!The Alameda County Fair ends this weekend! The 2021 fair runs at the Pleasanton Fairgrounds until Sunday, October 31. We are offering 2-for-1 admission tickets for all District 3 residents. Supplies are limited. Limit 2 coupons per household. Please contact Heather Cartwright, at 510-272-6693 or Heather.Cartwright@acgov.org for more information. Alameda County Redistricting Public InputEvery ten years, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors’ district maps have to be redrawn. Redistricting determines which neighborhoods and communities are grouped together into a supervisorial district for purposes of electing a Board of Supervisor member. The Board of Supervisors is seeking public input on how the Alameda County community wants the Supervisorial districts to be drawn. For more information on redistricting and how you can get involved, please visit the Alameda County Redistricting 2021 website. Upcoming Community Events
COVID-19 Vaccination Resources in Alameda CountyState, county, and other health care partners are offering COVID-19 vaccination clinics throughout Alameda County. Visit ACPHD's COVID-19 vaccine page for more information Additional Vaccination Resources: Testing for COVID-19 in Alameda CountyIn partnership with community partners, ACPHD is operating free COVID-19 testing locations throughout the county. Testing is free and available to anyone with or without symptoms at all community testing sites in Alameda County. You will not be asked about immigration status and do not need insurance at any of these locations. For more information and guidance on COVID-19 testing, visit ACPHD's Testing for COVID-19 page. Community ResourcesFood Access Resources in Alameda County (PDF - updated 08.03.2021) Housing and Homelessness Resources in Alameda County (PDF) Resources for Immigrant Communities (PDF) Alameda County Board and Commission Applications (webpage) Alameda County COVID-19 Food Distribution, Testing, and Services Map: An interactive map to find resources available near you. Pandemic Public Benefits Available to Alameda County Residents: Resource guide from the Alameda County Social Services Agency (SSA) on public benefits available to eligible county residents. CA Notify: Receive COVID-19 exposure alerts directly to your smartphone. CA Notify website. Trybe: Offers food, basic supplies, and COVID-19 testing. Visit their COVID-19 resources page for more information. Public Comment Procedures for Board of Supervisors Meetings: Information on how to participate in public comment is available on the LIVE! Broadcasts page on the Board of Supervisors' website. ADA Accessibility: If you require a reasonable modification or accommodation for a disability, please email the Clerk of the Board at CBS@acgov.org or call (510) 208-4949. |
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