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Public Health recognizes October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness of breast cancer, the most common cancer in women of all races and ethnicities, and to help those to seek prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Also, October 13, is Metastatic Breast Cancer Day and Men’s Breast Cancer Week is October 17-23.
Staying healthy can lower your risk of developing cancer and improve your chances of surviving cancer if it occurs.
Here are helpful tips to lower your risk of breast cancer:
- Keep a healthy weight.
- Be physically active.
- Choose not to drink alcohol, or drink alcohol in moderation.
- If you are taking, or have been told to take, hormone replacement therapy or oral contraceptives (birth control pills), ask your doctor about the risks and find out if it is right for you.
- Breastfeed your children, if possible.
- If you have a family history of breast cancer, talk to your doctor about other ways to lower your risk.
Learn more at www.cdc.gov/breast-cancer/
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In May 2022, the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors approved the first five-year strategic plan that will help guide the critical decisions the Board of Supervisors will face over the next five years with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life for County residents. Departmental reporting will align with the strategic plan.
Click HERE to download the Strategic Plan.
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The fall agricultural harvest season in Mendocino County is a vibrant time of celebration, education, and community engagement centered on agriculture and the area's natural bounty. Fall is the perfect time for planting cover crops, and workshops on soil health and erosion control are held to prepare for the winter months. Residents can also participate in apple picking and pumpkin patches, fostering a connection with local farms. In addition to these activities, the Agricultural Department emphasizes the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship.
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The Animal Care Services program areas include: Shelter, Clinic & Animal Protection Services; these programs provide animal education outreach, adoption, volunteer opportunities, fostering, lost & found services, feral cat trap-neuter-return programs, dog licensing, low cost spay & neuter, veterinary care, animal health education, rabies vaccinations, micro-chipping, impounding lost & stray animals, responding to injured-ill and suspected cruelty complaints and promoting responsible pet ownership.
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Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (BHRS) recognizes October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month to raise awareness of domestic violence and sharing ways to support victims and survivors. This can include intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder abuse, as well as other types of violence between people who have a relationship with each other.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence or in crisis (a danger to oneself or others) and need help right away, call: (855) 838-0404. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
For additional support, call (800) 799-SAFE (7233), Text “START” to 88788, or Chat live at https://www.thehotline.org/#
BHRS also recognizes October as Bullying Prevention Month to raise awareness about the harm bullying causes to youth and to promote kindness, empathy, and inclusion. Both children and adults can experience bullying.
What is bullying?
Bully is defined as any unwanted aggressive behavior (s) by another youth or group of youths, who are not siblings or current dating partners, that involves an observed or perceived power imbalance and is repeated multiple times or is highly likely to be repeated.
If you are feeling bullied, stressed, isolated, overwhelmed, or need support, call the Warm Line at (707) 472-2311 or Toll Free at (833) 955-2510
For additional support, call the Stop Bullying Now Hotline at (800) 273-8255 or Text “CONNECT” to 741741.
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The Mendocino County Department of Child Support Services strives to “Help Parents Invest in their Children”. Our mission is to serve children and their families by establishing parentage and enforcing support orders in a fair and equitable manner.
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The Health Benefits & Wellness team successfully executed three in person training sessions in Fort Bragg, Willits, and Ukiah as part of an annual initiative designed for employees seeking to enhance their understanding of Health, Wellness, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) benefits. These sessions aimed to empower attendees by comparing the County’s three health plan options, providing insights on maximizing their health plan benefits, sharing cost-saving tips, and offering valuable information on the wellness incentive plan. Participants also learned how to effectively utilize EAP resources to support their overall well-being. The training not only equipped employees with essential knowledge but also fostered a culture of wellness within the organization, contributing to a healthier, more informed workforce.
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The County of Mendocino has officially received the Blue Zones Project Approved status, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to fostering a healthier, happier work community.
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This month, our team served 64 customers, with Land Use inspectors processing 42 building permits and Consumer Protection completing 48 facility inspections. The Hazmat team conducted 40 inspections, reaching over 300 facilities for compliance.
We are welcoming four new inspectors to enhance our programs and preparing for our move to the Avila Center in Fort Bragg. Following the end of drought emergency orders, water well permitting will return to standard procedures, and we will update our application materials. We also remind the public about the shellfish advisory related to the shigella outbreak in Humboldt County.
Environmental Health Org Chart
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The Contract Unit works directly with departments Countywide to execute contracts and amendments to ensure alignment with County Policy. All review/approval processes are administered through Cobblestone, an electronic contract review software platform. Specific reviewers/approvers are determined by the Mendocino County Purchasing, Leasing and Contracting Policy (Policy No. 1).
Contract Numbers: Since April 1, 2024, the Contract Unit has administered review processes for over 800 contract items, including over 450 items with effective dates on or after July 1, 2024.
Contract Review Times: For items routed since May 1, 2024, the average review time as processed through Cobblestone was approximately nine (9) working days (not counting weekends or holidays). This timeframe is from the day the Department Head electronically approves execution of a contract to the day it’s released from Cobblestone with County Counsel, Risk, and Executive Office signatures. It does not include any additional time required for departmental processes either before or after routing through Cobblestone (e.g., RFP administration, contract negotiation, vendor pre-approval and signing, or the time required to submit a contract to the Board of Supervisors for approval).
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The Economic Development Division is working on several projects across economic priorities:
- CA Jobs First Funding RFP Release
- Redwood Coast Region Economic Summit in Eureka
- EPA Recreation Economy for Rural Communities Application
- Sonoma Mendocino Economic Development District (SMEDD) - CEDS updates
- Business Recruitment and Retention Efforts – Collaborative events w/other organizations
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In September, Mendocino County received a $289,387 grant from the Department of Water Resources through the Flood Emergency Response Grant Program.
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Facilities and Fleet Mission: To provide an accessible, efficient, safe, clean and comfortable working environment for all employees and general public who use our buildings and properties.
Facilities and Fleet maintains vital infrastructure and related services that enable County employees to serve the citizens of Mendocino County.
Click HERE for updates on telematics, County fleet and fuel consumption, County wide utility consumption, County wide printing, capital improvement projects, surplus sales, disaster/emergency preparedness activities, and facilities statistics.
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The function of Human Resources involves managing the recruitment, development, well-being, and performance of government employees, while also ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting the efficient delivery of public services.
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Mendocino County is fostering community engagement and education through a variety of upcoming events. The Mendocino County Library is collaborating with California State Parks to host programs focused on the salmon life cycle, while Coast Community Library offers inclusive Chair Yoga classes to promote health and well-being. For young learners, the Ukiah Library's Coding Club aims to enhance job skills through coding education. Additionally, Round Valley Library presents a thought-provoking Documentary Film Series that explores critical issues surrounding our vital resources, food and water. Join us in these enriching activities that contribute to a thriving and resilient community.
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The Planning and Building Services Department continues to work on the County’s Strategic Plan objectives while focusing on four primary internal goals: establishing tools to measure success, documenting and improving Department procedures, enhancing the customer experience, and cultivating a structured and productive workplace culture.
The Department’s tool for measuring basic performance criteria, and thereby measuring success, is monthly metric reports, which are posted monthly to the Planning and Building Services Department webpage. These reports quantify revenue vs. expense, applications received, workload inventory, and lead time for completion.
The metrics are separated by division. Please go to https://www.mendocinocounty.gov/departments/planning-building-services/metrics-and-permits for the latest metrics.
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As of September 30, 2024, our team is actively engaging with 20 participants in the Ignition Resistant Grant program. Progress includes seven completed projects with reimbursements, while challenges remain with some participants facing urgent needs and project withdrawals.
Additionally, Mendocino County has secured $50 million for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Project, aimed at enhancing wildfire resilience. This initiative involves retrofitting 750 homes and reducing hazardous fuels across 1,520 acres. Phase I has commenced with $2.4 million from FEMA and $1 million from CalOES, focusing on contractor procurement and community outreach, while Phase II will further strengthen wildfire preparedness. Click HERE to read more...
The Board gave direction in 2021 to strategically invest one-time $22 million Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) Disaster Settlement Fund. Executive Office staff is attaching the spending summary to this report. Staff will be reaching out to departments and agencies with allocations to verify that they still have a plan for utilizing the funds.
PG&E Settlement Funds Funding Summary
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Public Health also recognizes October as Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month to raise awareness about the ‘Safe to Sleep’ program to help encourage safe infant sleep and raise awareness about ways to reduce the risk of SIDS.
For more information about ways to reduce the risk of SIDS, you may contact Mendocino County Maternal, Child, Adolescent Health at (707) 472-2700 or (800) 734-7793.
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Mendocino County Department of Social Services Veterans Services recently participated in the annual Mendocino/Lake County Veteran Stand Down event and is preparing for the recognition of Veterans Day, November 11th.
The department has released a new monthly data dashboard which you will find on the Social Services webpage.
In recognition of Adoption Awareness Month, Family & Children's Services is pleased to share the story of the Manriquez family who celebrated the official adoption of their son this past February.
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In 2024, the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) North Coast Viticulture program actively engaged with grape growers in Mendocino County, focusing on enhancing knowledge and resources to address the challenges of modern viticulture. Through a series of educational events, collaborative research efforts, and responsive initiatives, UCCE aimed to support local farmers in navigating issues such as drought, heat, and smoke taint, while fostering community engagement and resilience in the face of climate change.
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501 Low Gap Road
Ukiah, CA 95482
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