Weekly Update - January 7, 2022 |
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All Covid-19 Test Kits Have Been Distributed
From Our Office
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This week we received 800 COVID Test Kits. All have already been distributed. We hope to keep getting shipments but they are dependent upon availability. This week's shipment was from the Federal Government.
The County is also expecting a separate shipment from the State that will be distributed at County Libraries. We will provide that distribution information when it becomes available to us.
More reliable PCR testing continues to be available for free at various County sites. More information about where to get tested can be found here: coronavirus.cchealth.org/get-tested.
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Shorter Isolation and Quarantine Periods for the General Public |
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Contra Costa County is aligning with new state guidance that allows for shorter isolation and quarantine periods for people who have been infected with or exposed to COVID-19. The state’s new rules are similar to the CDC’s recently revised guidance but add a testing requirement to shorten isolation or quarantine.
People Who Test Positive (Isolation)
- Isolate for at least 5 days (previously, it was a 10-day minimum)
- Can end isolation if a test collected on or after day 5 is negative and the person doesn’t have symptoms or symptoms are resolving. An over-the-counter antigen test can be used to end isolation
- Those who don’t take a test must isolate for 10 days
- Wear a well-fitting mask around others for a total of 10 days, especially in indoor settings
People Exposed to Someone with COVID-19 (Quarantine)
If unvaccinated or not boosted but eligible for booster:
- Stay home for at least 5 days after your last contact with a person with COVID-19. Test on day 5
- Quarantine can end after day 5 if symptoms are not present and the test taken on or after day 5 is negative. An over-the-counter antigen test can be used to end quarantine
- Those who don’t take a test must quarantine 10 days
- Wear a well-fitting mask around others for a total of 10 days, especially in indoor settings
People who have gotten a booster shot or are fully vaccinated and not yet eligible for a booster do not have to quarantine following an exposure. However, they should get tested 5 days after they were exposed to be safe.
These guidelines are for the general public and not healthcare workers, who have their own isolation and quarantine guidance. Workers and K-12 students should also check with their employers and schools about requirements for returning to school or work since state guidance may differ for those settings.
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Indoor Mask Mandate - Religious Gatherings and
Arts Performances
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As of Dec. 29, 2021, Contra Costa County requires all people in Contra Costa, regardless of vaccination status, to mask in public indoor settings.
Religious gatherings remain exempt from the masking requirement to the extent that removal of face coverings is necessary for participation in a religious activity.
Also, in alignment with state guidance, performers at indoor live or recorded settings or events such as music concerts or theatrical plays are not required to wear masks.
COVID-19 vaccines, including booster doses, continue to offer the most effective protection against hospitalization and death from all variants of COVID-19 circulating in the county.
Visit coronavirus.cchealth.org/get-vaccinated for information on healthcare providers, pharmacies, and clinics offering COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shots. No-cost vaccinations and boosters are also available through CCHS’ public clinics by calling 1-8-33-829-2626.
The requirements for lifting the indoor masking order will remain the same and progress can be tracked on our Indoor Mask Dashboard.
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Appointments Now Required at Contra Costa Health Services COVID-19 Testing Sites |
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Appointments are required to get a COVID-19 test at CCHS test sites in Richmond & San Ramon. Schedule online here schedule appointment or call 833-829-2626.
Due to a sharp increase in demand this week, appointments are now required at Contra Costa Health Services' (CCHS) community COVID-19 testing locations in Richmond and San Ramon.
CCHS is working to build COVID-19 testing capacity throughout the county. The State has significantly increased capacity at its sites in Pleasant Hill, Antioch, Brentwood, and San Pablo.
The state has deployed one mobile vaccine team in Contra Costa County, allowing CCHS to reassign county staff who were providing vaccinations to testing sites. The state team will be deployed in our county through the end of January.
CCHS previously offered testing to those without appointments as capacity permitted. Until further notice, appointments will be required for tests at the clinics, at 25th St. and Nevin Ave. in Richmond and 2600 Camino Ramon in San Ramon.
Appointments for testing at these locations are available online or by calling 1-833-829-2626. Appointments for testing at state-operated clinics in Antioch, Brentwood, Pleasant Hill, and San Pablo are also available online or by calling 1-833-829-2626.
Community healthcare providers may also offer testing services to their patients and members. Home test kits may also be available for sale at drugstores and online commercial sites.
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Free Covid Booster Clinic on January 11th in San Ramon
For People Ages 16+ Who Need a Booster Shot
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Indoor Mask Mandate Dashboard |
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COVID Status of Contra Costa County |
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511 Contra Costa’s Free and Healthy Winter Walk Challenge |
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Fun, free, and healthy: 511 Contra Costa’s Winter Walk Challenge will get you outside and on the move. Sign up and receive a new challenge each Monday, through March. Complete challenges to earn entries in weekly drawings for $35 Amazon gift cards and be entered to win the iPad Grand Prize. Start 2022 on the right foot and sign up today!
About 511 Contra Costa
511 Contra Costa is a countywide program that strives to reduce traffic congestion and improve air quality by providing the public with information, resources, and tools that promote mobility options beyond driving alone. Funding for 511 Contra Costa commute reduction programs is provided by the Contra Costa Transportation Authority.
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Alternative to Police in a Mental Health Crisis Initiative Virtual Event |
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We've worked with representatives from across the
county to find new solutions and resources for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.
A lot has happened to get us to this point, and we're thrilled to share some exciting highlights:
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Learn the significance of the Miles Hall Community Crisis Hub
- Hear from community partners and advocates
- And find out what's in place now and what's next for this important initiative
We look forward to seeing you virtually on
Wednesday, Jan. 12, at 4 p.m.
No RSVP required.
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San Ramon Valley Unified School District application for Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee - Deadline Extended |
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San Ramon Valley Unified School District needs volunteers to serve on the Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee (FOAC). The application is simple to fill out, and the deadline has been extended to Saturday, January 22, 2022.
The Facilities Oversight and Advisory Committee (FOAC) fulfills the promise to voters that the expenditure of Measure D funds is scrutinized by an Independent citizens’ oversight. These volunteer community members meet regularly throughout the year to review projects and expenditures as well as provide input to the Board of Education on the design process of Measure D-funded projects.
All information about the FOAC including the group’s charge and details about committee membership, as well as a list of current members, can be found here: www.srvusd.net/foac.
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District 2 Volunteer Opportunities |
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Now is a great time to consider ways you might want to give back to your community. 2020 saw our advisory bodies pivot to virtual meetings, which has continued throughout 2021 and into 2022. The benefit of these meeting platforms is that more people can participate than ever before.
If you are interested in participating in government, then perhaps one of these volunteer opportunities are of interest to you:
Alamo Municipal Advisory Committee (MAC)
Alternate Seat
To advise on issues and concerns related to services provided by the County or other local agencies located within Alamo, which includes parks & recreation, lighting & landscaping, land use, code enforcement, public safety, and transportation.
Alamo Police Services Advisory Committee (CSA P-2B/APSAC)
Alternate Seat
To advise the Board of Supervisors and the Sheriff's Department on the needs of the Alamo/Danville community for police services.
County Service Area, P-2A Citizen Advisory Committee (Blackhawk)
1 seat
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The County Services Area, P-2A Citizens Advisory Committee advises the Board of Supervisors on the needs of the Blackhawk community for extended police services which shall include, but not be limited to, enforcement of the State Vehicle Code, crime prevention, litter control, and other issues.
You must reside within the Blackhawk community to serve on this board.
Police Advisory Committee meetings are open to the public and are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00 PM, at the Blackhawk Police Service District Office at 1092 Eagle Nest Pl.
County Service Area P-5 Citizen Advisory Committee (Roundhill Residents only. One alternate seat available)
The P-5 Committee advises the Board of Supervisors on the needs of the Alamo community for extended police services for Roundhill.
Historical Landmarks Advisory Committee (HLAC) The purpose of the Contra Costa County Historical Landmarks Advisory Committee (HLAC) is to advise the Board of Supervisors on matters relating to the identification and preservation of historical resources within the County, including identifying eligible sites and places to be listed in the County's Historic Resources Inventory (HRI). For more information, please contact HLAC staff, Dominique Vogelpohl
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