News & Updates ∙ May 5, 2020
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Hello City of Concord residents, businesses and friends,
To help keep you informed about what the City of Concord is doing in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, we've created this electronic newsletter, which we will send out in addition to posting news and information on our
City website
and through our social media channels. If you do not already follow us, please do so. Links can be found at the bottom of this newsletter.
As you may have seen last week, Contra Costa County officially extended the stay-at-home order through May 31. The official order is posted to the
County's website
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along with written frequently-asked-questions (FAQ) and a new FAQ video.
As of May 5, the County has 969 known cases of COVID-19. To review a demographic and geographic breakdown of the cases, please see the County's
COVID-19 dashboard.
Stay healthy and safe, everyone!
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After closely monitoring local health orders and national guidelines designed to slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the City determined that its annual concerts, which typically draw thousands of people to Todos Santos Plaza, cannot be held as originally scheduled.
“With the health and safety of our community, musicians, volunteers and staff as our top priority, we plan to provide alternative virtual entertainment throughout the summer,” said Mayor Tim McGallian. “And we’ll be back in 2021 with a great lineup!”
To bring some fun to the Concord community during the shelter-at-home order, City staff introduced a virtual event series called “Concord Live!” airing every Thursday at 6:00 p.m. on the
City's Facebook Page.
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Concord's Community & Economic Development Department announced that, beginning on May 4, all construction project types are allowed and all inspections will be performed in Concord, according to Contra Costa Health Services' latest public health order.
Safety protocols for both large and small construction projects must be followed and can be found
here
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If safety protocols and social distancing are not being followed during inspections, inspectors may refuse service and report the violations to the County Health Officer.
The City's Permit Center office will remain closed through the month of May, but we encourage you to utilize our
Virtual Permit Center
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Concord Connected is here to spread some good news from around the community. Check out Downtown Events Manager Lisa Potvin's report on what's bringing her joy!
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Concord goes live for the 6th week in a row! On Thursday, May 7, we'll be Facebook live with Epidemic Ales for a beer tasting. Be sure to pick up the following beers from
Epidemic Ales
so you can learn how to taste beer like a pro!
- Tartastrophe Kettle Sour
- Pristine Pilsner
- Lady Boss Unfiltered IPA
- Pale Alien Hazy Pale Ale
- Zombrew IPA
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The City of Concord is connecting Concord businesses with local residents by providing a searchable list of those still operating. Open the directory to find local businesses to support. Businesses not yet on the list can click the "List Business" icon to submit their information.
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The weather is warming up and many of us want to go out and play, but we must all continue to do our part and follow local health orders requiring social distancing of at least six feet.
Residents are encouraged to take walks in their own neighborhoods and choose less busy times to stroll through the parks and local trails to get exercise and fresh air – both of which are advised for improved physical and mental health.
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Join Concord Mayor Tim McGallian for a Weekly Virtual Town Hall Meeting every Saturday at 10 a.m. during the shelter-in-place order. The Mayor, along with City staff and guests, provide the most up-to-date information related to the federal, state, county and city responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as updates on local resources available to residents.
How You Can Join
Meeting ID: 947 194 295; No password required
Call in from a phone (no video):
(669) 900-6833
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Stay up-to-date on news and information related to the local and state response to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Information for businesses, frequently asked questions about City services, as well as City resources are available through
our website.
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