COVID-19 Update: Summer Reopenings & Events, Mobile Vaccine Clinics, Advisory Committee and Board Openings & More

City of San Ramon sent this bulletin at 06/18/2021 11:12 AM PDT

Following this week's email, the City of San Ramon will transition from weekly COVID-19 Update emails to weekly News and Information email updates, which residents can sign up to receive here.


Dear San Ramon Community,

As of Tuesday, June 15, California's tier system is no longer in effect, and COVID-19 capacity and distancing restrictions have been lifted for most businesses and activities in the state. On Thursday, June 17, workplace safety guidelines were updated by Cal/OSHA.

Contra Costa Health Services is accepting requests for free mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics to community groups and workplaces of 5 or more eligible people in Contra Costa County. 

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) have released Draft Plan Bay Area 2050, a 30-year plan charting a course for a Bay Area that is affordable, connected, diverse, healthy, and vibrant for all its residents through 2050 and beyond. Draft Plan Bay Area 2050, along with drafts of the Implementation Plan and various supplemental reports, are all available for public review and comment between now and 5 p.m. on July 20, 2021.

The City of San Ramon is accepting applications for several Advisory Committee & Board Openings.

Children's Participatory Fountains in the city are now open, along with drop-in recreation swim at the San Ramon Olympic Pool and Dougherty Valley Aquatic Center; and drop-in lap swim returns Monday, June 21.

Registration is open for the Run San Ramon 5k on Sunday, July 4, and the Summer Concert in the Park series returns in July.

Below are the latest updates for the San Ramon community.

 

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Beyond the Blueprint: California Reopening & Updated Mask Guidance

On June 15, California moved beyond the Blueprint for a Safer Economy. Capacity and distancing restrictions have been lifted for most businesses and activities in the state, and the tier system is no longer in effect. To view a summary of the State of California’s requirements and guidance, which apply to Contra Costa County and all of California, visit Contra Costa Health Services' Beyond the Blueprint page.

The California Department of Public Health's updated mask guidance is in effect as of June 15.

On June 17, California’s Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (Cal/OSHA) relaxed its workplace-safety rules. Physical distancing is no longer required in the workplace and fully vaccinated employees generally do not have to wear masks on the job anymore.

Contra Costa County is aligned with the new state guidelines for employers, which include:

  • Employers may allow fully vaccinated employees not to wear face coverings indoors but must document their vaccination status.
  • Unvaccinated employees still must wear masks indoors except when alone in a room or vehicle or when eating or drinking.
  • No face covering requirements outdoors (except during outbreaks), regardless of vaccination status.
  • Workplaces still would be required to provide masks to workers who are not fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
  • No physical distancing or barrier requirements regardless of employee vaccination status except during workplace outbreaks.

Employers are able to implement additional protective measures beyond what is required, including the use of masks and physical distancing. For more information, visit the Cal/OSHA COVID-19 website or read their FAQs about the new guidance.

CA COVID-19 Rent & Utility Assistance Applications Simplified

Applications for rent and utility assistance through California's COVID-19 Rent Relief program have been simplified: it now takes less time to complete, requires fewer documents to be uploaded, and offers helpful tips throughout the application.

Assistance is available for unpaid rent dating back to April 1, 2020, as well as future rent payments. Assistance is also available for past due utility payments dating back to April 1, 2020, or for future utility bills, both of which may be paid directly to the utility provider at 100% of cost but are limited to a total of 12 months.

Income-eligible renters and their landlords who have been impacted by COVID-19 and need help with unpaid or upcoming rent or utilities can verify eligibility and apply immediately by visiting HousingIsKey.com, or by calling 833-430-2122. Once your application has been processed, you will be notified about the application status and next steps.

For assistance in another language or help checking eligibility, filling out the application or uploading paperwork, schedule an appointment with a local organization by calling 833-687-0967.

> Learn More & Apply

Mobile COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Available by Request for Groups of 5 or More

Businesses and community organizations in Contra Costa can now request visits from Contra Costa Health Services' (CCHS) mobile COVID-19 vaccination van to workplaces, community centers and other locations where five or more members of a group want to receive vaccine.

Any business or organization can request a mobile vaccination clinic using an online form if they are in the county, and CCHS will send a mobile health van to provide free vaccinations on site within one week after completing the request. 

Clinics operate weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will only travel to locations within the county, though they will vaccinate anyone eligible regardless of where they live. There is no cap on the number of people who can be vaccinated during a visit.

> Read the Full Press Release from CCHS

> Request Mobile Vaccine Service

 

Draft Plan Bay Area: Public Comment Period Open Until 5 p.m. on July 20

After more than three years of public discussion and technical analysis, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) have released Draft Plan Bay Area 2050.

Defined by 35 strategies that strive for resilient and equitable outcomes, this 30-year plan charts a course for a Bay Area that is affordable, connected, diverse, healthy, and vibrant for all its residents through 2050 and beyond. Draft Plan Bay Area 2050, along with drafts of the Implementation Plan and various supplemental reports, are all available for review and comment.

All comments must be received by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.

Several virtual workshops or virtual public hearings will be held, where residents can learn more, ask questions, and offer comments on the draft plan.

> Read Draft Plan Area 2050

> View a list of Virtual Workshops or Virtual Public Hearings

> More Information on Webinars, Workshops, Hearings and Meetings

> Email Your Comments: info@planbayarea.org 

> Submit a Comment Online

 

Apply Today: San Ramon Advisory Committee & Board Openings

The City of San Ramon is recruiting for the following Advisory Committee & Board Openings, which are open until filled: Housing Advisory Committee, Transportation Demand Management Advisory Committee, Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, Architectural Review Board. For more information, and to apply, please visit the link below.

> Learn More & Apply

 

Children's Participatory Fountains Now Open

The Children’s Participatory Fountains at Central Park and Rancho San Ramon are now open! For operating hours, please visit the link below. 

> View Operating Hours for Participatory Fountains

 

Drop-In Rec Swim Now Open; Drop-In Lap Swim Returns Monday, June 21

Drop-in Recreation Swim is now available during current recreation swim hours at the San Ramon Olympic Pool and Dougherty Valley Aquatic Center. All participants 1 years old and above entering the facility are able to pre-register for recreation swim through July 3; pre-registration is not required.  

Beginning Monday, June 21, Lap Swim will return to a drop-in program, and reservations are no longer required. Swimmers will be able to attend lap swim at any time during current lap swim hours at the San Ramon Olympic Pool & Dougherty Valley Aquatic Center.

Hours for Recreation Swim and Lap Swim vary by date and location. Please see the links below for the latest schedules. 

> Recreation Swim Hours & Information

> Lap Swim Hours & Information

> All Aquatics Information

 

Register Today for Run San Ramon 5k Run/Walk: Sunday, July 4

Get a healthy start to your 4th of July with this Independence Day classic. Enjoy the paved and looped 5k course through San Ramon, starting and ending at the San Ramon Community Center. All participants will receive a t-shirt, bib and medal. More info and registration is available at the link below.

> Learn More & Register for Run San Ramon

 

Independence Day Celebration Featuring Fleetwood Mask: Sunday, July 4

Fleetwood Mask is the ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band and wants you to enjoy Independence Day. This free July 4th summer concert is sure to be a hit! Join us at San Ramon Central Park starting at 5 p.m.

> More Information

 

San Ramon Summer Concert Series Returns to Central Park: July 11–August 8

San Ramon's popular Summer Concert Series is back! Concerts run weekly on Sundays at 5:30 p.m. from July 11–August 8 at Central Park, featuring some of the Bay Area’s best live bands. Bring a blanket or low-back lawn chair and be ready to rock the night away. More info is available at the link below.

> More Info on Summer Concerts in the Park

 

Community Resources for San Ramon

The following information and resources are available at the City of San Ramon’s website, and are updated regularly:

 

Ways to Stay Informed

Website: www.sanramon.ca.gov/covid-19

Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, NextDoor

General Questions: (925) 973-2500

General COVID-19 Help Line for San Ramon: (925) 570-1186

Senior Hotline (English): (925) 973-3250

Senior Voicemail Line (Mandarin): (925) 973-3277

Contra Costa County Help Line: 2-1-1

Email: info@sanramon.ca.gov

 

Once again, I want to thank our community for your continued care for one another!

Joe Gorton
San Ramon City Manager