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News Highlights September 11, 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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State Holds Marin at Tier 1 COVID-19 Risk Status
Earlier this week, the State of California delayed Marin County's planned move to Tier 2 in the State's COVID-19 monitoring framework. Marin will remain in Tier 1 status while the State conducts further review.
This decision has delayed the business reopenings previously planned for Tuesday, September 8, 2020, including: indoor personal care services, indoor dining, indoor gyms, movie theaters, indoor houses of worship, and expanded capacity at indoor retail establishments and malls.
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Marin County COVID-19 Update as of September 10, 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 10, 2020, that may be of interest to you:
Marin Confirmed Cases: 4,170
Marin Cases Recovered: 3,856
Marin Deaths: 73
Tests Completed in Marin: 73,632
Marin Hospitalizations (cumulative): 142
Marin Hospitalizations (currently): 14
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Clean Air Space Open at Margaret Todd Center on 9/11
A Clean Air Space location is open today, 9/11, from 2-7pm at the Margaret Todd Center located at 1560 Hill Road in Novato.
This Clean Air Space is available to those who are continually exposed to very unhealthy air quality due to wildfire smoke and unable to shelter at their residence.
The City will continue to monitor the air quality to determine whether this Clean Air Space location will reopen over the weekend. Please check our Facebook page for updates.
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Be Prepared: Public Safety Power Shutoffs
As part of its Community Wildfire Safety Program, PG&E's Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) are an additional precautionary measure to help reduce the risk of wildfires.
Check out these tips to help you plan and prepare for a potential PSPS:
- Update your contact information with PG&E and sign-up for important outage alerts at pge.com/mywildfirealerts.
- Have a personal safety plan in place for every member of your household including pets. Check out PG&E's "Make Your Own Emergency Plan" tool at safetyactioncenter.pge.com.
- Plan for any medical needs like medications that need to be refrigerated or devices that require power. If you use a medical or life support device, apply for PG&E's Medical Baseline Program.
- Build or restock your emergency supply kit with food, water, flashlights, a radio, fresh batteries, first aid supplies and cash.
- Designate an emergency meeting location.
- Identify backup charging methods for phones and keep hard copies of emergency phone numbers.
- Learn how to manually open your garage door.
- Ensure any backup generators are ready to safely operate.
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Protect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke
Smoke and ash from regional wildfires continue to deteriorate local air quality.
Take these steps to protect your health on smoky days:
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Disaster Preparedness & Evacuation Information
It's National Preparedness Month! Now is the time to prepare for an emergency.
The Novato Police Department & Novato Fire Protection District along with other local agencies and groups have collaborated to mail residents information to help you prepare and learn how to evacuate quickly from your neighborhood in the event of an emergency.
Download your neighborhood evacuation map today!
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Census 2020:
Deadline September 30
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If you haven't already, please take a few minutes to fill out the census. Every response counts and the data will be used to allocate the next 10 years of federal funding for Novato's schools, libraries, services for families, children and older adults, disaster response and more!
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If we can't reach you, we can't alert you of the need to take action. Sign up to receive public safety text or email alerts from:
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Marin County COVID-19 Community Conversation on 9/10
On Thursday, Marin County held a Community Conversation with Public Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis to discuss Marin's current status on the state's COVID-19 monitoring list and future direction.
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Go Safely, Novato: September is Pedestrian Safety Month
September is Pedestrian Safety Month and Novato Police will join law enforcement agencies across the state to educate the public on how to be safe when walking or driving.
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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 14, 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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MarinMOCA Presents Marin's Rock Art Scene
MarinMOCA's presents Marin's Rock Art Scene beginning Saturday, September 12 through November 8, 2020.
If you have been disappointed by the cancellation of your favorite music festivals this summer, MarinMOCA is offering an exhibit of rock art that will bring music memories alive!
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Our Top Stories from Previous Editions
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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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