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News Highlights September 18, 2020
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Our Town Novato newsletter is a weekly update of news that you may have missed throughout the week.
City of Novato COVID-19 updates and information is available at novato.org/coronavirus.
Resources and information for Novato businesses & workers impacted by COVID-19 is available at novato.org/COVID19biz.
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Marin Moves to Tier 2 of Economic Reopening
On September 15, additional businesses were given the green light to reopen when Marin County moved from Tier 1, "purple" widespread community risk status, to Tier 2, "red" substantial risk status, of the California Department of Public Health's COVID-19 Response Framework.
The primary changes allowed under the State order include:
- Retail establishments are allowed to open indoors at 50% capacity
- Indoor malls are allowed to open at 50% capacity
- Personal care services are allowed to open indoors (personal care services are defined as esthetics, skin care, cosmetology, electrology, nail services, body art professionals, tattoo parlors, piercing shops, and massage)
- Museums are allowed to open indoors with 25% capacity
- Places of worship are allowed to open indoors with 25% capacity or 100 people, whichever is fewer
- Movie theaters are allowed to open indoors with 25% capacity or 100 people, whichever is fewer
- Gyms are allowed to open indoors with 10% capacity
- Restaurants are allowed to open indoors with 25% capacity or 100 people, whichever is fewer
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Marin COVID-19 Update to Board of Supervisors
(Sept. 15, 2020)
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Dr. Matt Willis COVID-19 Report on 9/15
On September 15, Marin Public Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis briefed the Board of Supervisors on Marin's overall COVID-19 response.
This update includes information on Marin's new Tier 2 designation and what it means for local residents.
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Marin County COVID-19 Update as of September 17, 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 September 17, 2020, that may be of interest to you:
Marin Confirmed Cases: 4,284
Marin Cases Recovered: 4,024
Marin Deaths: 86
Tests Completed in Marin: 75,891
Marin Hospitalizations (cumulative): 143
Marin Hospitalizations (currently): 9
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PG&E Gas Pipeline Work on Northbound Redwood Blvd: September 18 - November 13
PG&E will be completing gas pipeline work on Redwood Boulevard between Grant and Olive Avenues beginning September 18 through November 13 from 8am-5pm, Monday - Saturday.
Please expect traffic delays and use alternate routes if possible.
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¿Conoce Su Ruta De Evacuación? / Do You Know Your Evacuation Route?
¡Mapas de evacuación ahora disponibles en español! Descarga tu ruta específica para tu barrio en español.
Evacuation maps are now available in Spanish! Download YOUR neighborhood specific evacuation map today.
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Are You Ready to Vote?
You must be registered in order to vote in the November 3, 2020 election.
Active registered voters will automatically be mailed a ballot. Check your registration status now at registertovote.ca.gov or register now so your ballot is mailed as soon as possible.
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Debe estar inscrito para poder votar en las elecciones del 3 de noviembre.
A los votantes inscritos activos se les enviará automáticamente una balota por correo. Verifique el estatus de su inscripción ahora en registertovote.ca.gov o inscríbase ahora para que se envíe su balota por correo lo antes posible.
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Marin Health and Human Services is Here to Help
September is Suicide Prevention and Recovery Month in Marin. Those who have felt isolated, frustrated, worried or down during the COVID-19 pandemic are not alone.
Any resident experiencing a mental health or substance use issue can call the 24-hour, confidential Access Line at 1-888-818-1115.
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Woodward Fire Update
To date, the Woodward Fire at Point Reyes National Seashore has burned 4,929 acres and is 96% contained. No evacuation warnings/orders are in place.
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Parks & Recreation Virtual Magic & Variety Show
Please join Novato Parks & Recreation for our newest virtual event experience.
Magician Mike Della Penna is back & bringing some new friends along with him to dazzle you and your family this September!
Shows will be held on September 21 & 28 and geared for school aged children, but will leave the whole family smiling. Pre-registration is required and space is limited.
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Census 2020:
Deadline September 30
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During the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic repercussions of the virus, more Marin County residents find themselves in need of public assistance. One way to make sure funds are available from those increasingly important sources is to fill out the Census. An accurate count of the local population has direct ties to the federal support available to residents most in need.
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Stay Healthy Novato
The best way to reduce the risk of becoming infected with a 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 afterward.
- 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
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