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Dec. 19, 2024
County of San Mateo offices will be closed Dec. 25 & Jan. 1; many may also be closed Dec. 26-30. Please check County departmental webpages for specific closure days and hours.
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Public Invited to Learn About Tsunami Prep, Warnings
Members of the public will have the opportunity to ask officials from the San Mateo County Department of Emergency Management and first responders about the local response to the Dec. 5 tsunami warning tonight, Thursday, Dec. 19, in Half Moon Bay at Mavericks House. The 6 p.m. meeting caps a series of seven information-gathering sessions hosted by District 3 Supervisor Ray Mueller to share information and explore ways to increase preparedness for future incidents as well as provide details about alert systems and community preparedness.
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County Health Advises Caution for Bird Flu, Raw Milk
California has declared a state of emergency to streamline the state’s response to H5N1, also known as bird flu, which continues to spread among poultry and dairy farms. While the risk of exposure to most people is low, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) advises against consuming raw (unpasteurized) milk. According to the CDPH, anyone can get sick from germs in raw milk, but people with weakened immune systems, children, older adults, and people who are pregnant are more likely to get very sick. County Health continues to work with the County's Department of Agriculture to make sure the local agricultural industry has guidance.
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Supervisors Take Steps to Equity for Women, Children
San Mateo County supervisors at their Dec. 10 meeting directed the County Executive to create a staff position and implement the Action Plan for Women and Children. The plan addresses gender inequities through bridging the wealth gap, increasing access to quality child care, preventing domestic violence and expanding reproductive health and health care freedom. “We anticipate that this staff position and action plan will drive economic prosperity for our whole county,” said Supervisor Noelia Corzo, who sponsored the resolution with Supervisor Dave Pine.
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County Wants to Hear from People Interested in Business
Local businesses are invited to join one of the upcoming virtual forums in January to learn more about the key findings, recommendations and next steps of the recently completed Supplier Diversity Study. The study will help remove barriers to procurement for local small and micro businesses. Actions the County has taken so far to advance inclusive procurement will also be covered at the forums. In addition, the County will provide updates on a recently adopted Local Business Preference Ordinance that will go into effect on July 1, 2025.
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Sustainability Provides a Guide to a Greener Holiday
By practicing simple, earth friendly behaviors, San Mateo County residents can significantly reduce the amount of garbage that is landfilled during the holiday season. The County's Office of Sustainability makes this easy with a list of holiday waste reduction tips, which includes information on how best to recycle holiday packaging, lights and trees. Other ideas include hosting a no-waste party and using recycled materials for gift wrapping. A list of places to recycle holiday lights and tree drop-off locations can also be found in the guide. Details on what can be recycled may vary; information can be found from the County's hauler partners.
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Sheriff's Office Shares Safety Tips for the Holidays
With many traveling for the holidays, the Sheriff's Office wants to remind residents they can deter criminals by double checking locks, making it a habit to lock all doors and windows before leaving and using security systems. Additional tips include trimming bushes and trees near windows to eliminate potential hiding spots for burglars and ensuring your home is well-lit. Report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Those in the unincorporated areas or contract cities can call the Sheriff’s Office at 650-363-4911; others their local police department. In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
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