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Our Town Novato is a weekly update of news you may have missed throughout the week.
Resources and information for Novato businesses and workers impacted by COVID-19 is available at novato.org/COVID19biz.
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City Council to Discuss Next Steps Regarding County's Potential Purchase of Inn Marin
On October 27, the Novato City Council received a presentation from Marin County staff regarding their intent to purchase Inn Marin located at 250 Entrada Drive, Novato (APN: 160-161-21) to potentially house local unsheltered residents through the State of California’s Homekey Program.
While the County’s process in applying for this program did not include the City’s vetting of this project and the Novato City Council does not have the authority to vet it through the City’s normal land use process, the City Council is committed to hearing from our community on this potential program. In anticipation of the County's continued negotiation with the property owner, the following City Council meetings have been scheduled to discuss and consider potential next steps:
City Council Special Meeting - Closed Session
Friday, November 6 at 3pm
City Council Meeting - Open Session
Tuesday, November 10 at 6pm
(Please note that the Inn Marin item will be heard no earlier than 7:30pm.)
City Council Meeting - Closed Session
Tuesday, November 10 upon adjournment of the open session
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Marin County COVID-19 Update as of November 5, 2020
Marin County Public Health continues to monitor and report confirmed COVID-19 cases countywide on their dedicated coronavirus website at marinhss.org/coronavirus. Here you will find accurate, up-to-date information with a focus on how it is impacting our local communities.
Here are some data points, as of November 5, 2020, that may be of interest to you:
Marin Confirmed Cases: 4,965
Marin Cases Recovered: 4,759
Marin Deaths: 99
Tests Completed in Marin: 152,181
Marin Hospitalizations (cumulative): 177
Marin Hospitalizations (currently): 5
Marin County Health & Human Services (HHS) is available to answer your questions at the HHS COVID-19 Information Line: Please call 415.473.7191, Monday-Friday between 9:30am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm.
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Downtown Novato Weekend Street Closure Update |
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The City and Downtown Novato Business Association (DNBA) are pleased to announce that our closed streets program in Downtown will continue on weekends through November 22! Please note that the street closure is dependent on weather so be sure to check the DNBA Facebook page for updates each Friday.
Since launching in June, this successful program has allowed our community to enjoy pedestrian-friendly, socially-distanced shopping and dining on Grant Avenue every weekend while adhering to County Public Health Orders.
City staff is currently working to help restaurants continue distanced dining in a new way while also still maintaining access to parking and allowing the street to remain open to vehicles.
We truly enjoy seeing our community come together to support our local businesses, and we hope you #shoplocal this holiday season!
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Application Deadline for Commercial Cannabis Business Permits Extended
The City has extended the application deadline for proposals to operate allowable types of commercial cannabis businesses through Monday, November 23, 2020 at 5pm.
Commercial Cannabis Business Permits for allowable types of operations include:
- non-storefront retail
- manufacturing
- indoor cultivation
- testing laboratories
- distribution activities
- microbusinesses
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Reminder: Conversations with Veterans Virtual Event This Saturday
Please join us and the Rotary Club of Novato Sunrise on Saturday, November 7 for the third annual “Conversations with Veterans” forum, from 9:00-10:30am, via Zoom.
In honor of Veterans Day, the audience will hear from and converse with veterans about their own military experiences and the related responsibility of civilians to support the service of our veterans.
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FireSafe Marin Webinar
FireSafe Marin continues their "Living With Fire in Marin" webinar series on November 17 at 6pm, with a presentation from Fire Scientist Jack Cohen.
This webinar series allows an opportunity for community members to ask questions and have a discussion with leading experts in wildfire preparedness.
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GET YOUR HOLIDAY CHEER ON NOVATO! |
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If you're looking for ways to give back this holiday season, we've got a heartwarming cause for you!
The Novato Police Department has partnered with the San Rafael Salvation Army to host a pick up/drop off location as part of their Angel Tree Program to help provide underserved children with gifts for the holidays.
If you're interested in participating, stop by the Novato Police Department lobby Monday-Thursday, 8am - 5pm to grab a tag off the tree and purchase a gift for a child in need. If outside of business hours, press the red button outside on the right to call dispatch to let you in.
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Parks & Recreation After School Sports Camp |
Join the fun at After School Sports Camp at the Hill Recreation Area!
The next session begins November 9, Monday - Friday from 2:30-5:30pm!
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Similarities and Differences between Flu and COVID-19
Both COVID-19 and flu can have varying degrees of signs and symptoms, ranging from no symptoms (asymptomatic) to severe symptoms.
Common symptoms that COVID-19 and flu share include:
- Fever or feeling feverish/chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue (tiredness)
- Sore throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Muscle pain or body aches
- Headache
- Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults
COVID-19 seems to cause more serious illnesses in some people. Other signs and symptoms of COVID-19, different from flu, may include change in or loss of taste or smell.
To mitigate the risks of COVID-19, the flu vaccine is available in new ways, including no appointment drive-thru and during normal doctor visits. Get a flu shot at a location near you. Find flu vaccinations locations near you at marinflu.org.
¿Qué diferencia hay entre la influenza y el COVID-19?
Tanto el COVID-19 como la influenza pueden tener distintos grados de signos y síntomas, que van desde la ausencia de síntomas (casos asintomáticos) a síntomas graves.
Los síntomas más comunes tanto del COVID-19 como de la influenza incluyen:
- Fiebre o sentirse afiebrado/con escalofríos
- Tos
- Dificultad para respirar (sentir que le falta el aire)
- Fatiga (cansancio)
- Dolor de garganta
- Mucosidad nasal o nariz tapada
- Dolor muscular y molestias corporales
- Dolor de cabeza
- Algunas personas pueden tener vómitos y diarrea, aunque esto es más común en los niños que en los adultos
Los virus de la influencia pueden provocar enfermedades leves a graves, incluidos los signos y síntomas más comunes mencionados arriba.
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City of Novato Climate Emergency Resolution
At their regular meeting on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at 6pm, the Novato City Council will discuss and consider a Climate Emergency Resolution.
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Upcoming City Meetings
The City of Novato encourages community participation at our upcoming public meetings. Meeting details, including information on how to participate, is included in each meeting agenda packet. Agendas are posted at least 72 hours prior to each scheduled meeting.
November 6 at 3pm | Novato City Council Closed Session
November 9 at 7pm | Novato Planning Commission
November 9 at 7pm | Novato Streetscape Committee
November 10 at 6pm | Novato City Council
November 11 at 5pm | Multicultural Advisory Commission
November 11 at 7pm | Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
November 12 at 12pm | Zoning Administrator
November 12 at 7pm | Recreation, Cultural & Community Services Commission
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Stay Healthy Novato
The best way to reduce the risk of becoming infected with respiratory virus, whether the flu or coronavirus, is to practice good hygiene:
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Wear a face covering when out in public spaces.
- Maintain 6 feet distance from those outside of your own household.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or crook of your elbow (not your hands). If you use a tissue, throw it away and wash your hands afterwards.
- Avoid touching your face.
- Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
- Get your flu shot.
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