City of Newark, CA Government

Bay Area Community Health now offers the COVID-19 vaccine for community members 65 and older in coordination with county and state guidelines. If you are younger than 65, please do not contact BACH. You will be able to register for a vaccine on a future date. Look for more information soon. For more information, visit: https://bach.health/vaccine... Call to register: Alameda County 510.770.8040

Mega vaccination site to launch February16th at the Oakland Coliseum. The State of California in partnership with FEMA to launch a mega vaccination site at the Oakland Coliseum. Expands eligibility for COVID-19 Vaccine to include Essential Workers, Seniors, and High-Risk Individuals in Phase 1B. For details, visit: https://www.newark.org/home/showpublisheddocument?id=7306 ... For vaccination guidance and resources, including Phase/Tier distributions, visit: https://covid-19.acgov.org/vaccines

NO-COST COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Bay Area Community Health - BACH continues to work with county health officials to offer NO-COST drive-thru testing to the community. Help keep our community safe, get tested! MacGregor Alternative Education School... 35753 Cedar Blvd. January 29 & 30 9am 3:30 pm Pre-Registration Recommended. Register at: https://home.color.com/covid/sign-up/start?partner=cdph212 Walk-ups welcomed You MUST WEAR A MASK! No-Cost COVID-19 testing is available to all members of the public. For additional information, visit: https://bach.health//no-cost-covid-19-testing-macgregory-/

Heavy rain is expected to start this afternoon and continue throughout the week with a wind advisory in effect from 7PM this evening to 7AM PST Wednesday, January 27th. Heavy rain may cause flooding. In the event that you feel your residence or business is threatened by flooding, the City of Newark has a stockpile of sand and sandbags available at the Newark Maintenance Yard located at 37440 Filbert Street during working hours. After hours, sandbags are available at any o...ne of the three fire stations. Each resident may be issued up to ten (10) bags to protect their doorways if flood warnings are issued or if flooding is occurring. Verification of residency and a signature will be required for issuance of the sandbags. Filling and handling of the sandbags will be the responsibility of the resident. Bring your own shovel. For additional information, visit the City’s Flooding and Sandbags page https://www.newark.org//maintenance-/flooding-and-sandbags

Take a peek inside the new library and learn how anyone can donate to the Alameda County Library Foundation fundraiser towards purchasing furnishing and equipment for the library.

BAY AREA HEALTH OFFICERS MOVE TO IMPLEMENT THE STATE'S NEW REGIONAL STAY-AT-HOME ORDER. Due to the surge in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and test positivity rates across California, the California Department of Public Health is taking immediate actions to prevent the spread of the virus rather than waiting until Intensive Care Unit (ICU) bed availability reaches critical levels and delaying closures. The Health Officers for the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, ...San Francisco, Santa Clara, as well as the City of Berkeley are jointly announcing the implementation of the State’s Regional Stay-at-Home Order now rather than delaying it. Effective December 7, 2020 through January 4, 2021, Alameda County will adopt the State's Stay-at-Home Order. This means that all private gatherings will be prohibited along with other new restrictions. Visit https://covid-19.acgov.org/reopening to view a listing of restrictions. Joint Press Release: https://www.newark.org/home/showpublisheddocument?id=7080 California Department of Public Health: Regional Stay at Home Order: https://www.newark.org/home/showpublisheddocument?id=7078 Remember: Wear your mask, wash your hands, and keep a 6' social distance.

STATE ANNOUNCES A REGIONAL STAY-AT-HOME ORDER The State will use regional availability of intensive care unit (ICU) beds to implement a Regional Stay-At-Home Order. The Order will go into effect when a region’s ICU availability falls below 15% and will remain in effect for a minimum of three weeks.

FREE FLU SHOTS!

NEWARK LAUNCHES ITS NEW EGIFT CARD FOR LOCALS AND SMALL BUSINESSES - Support Our Local Business Community at www.GiftNewark.com for the Holidays! The City of Newark and Newark Chamber of Commerce is launching the Newark eGift Card Marketplace, a one-stop-shop of eGift Card choices for Newark’s shops, restaurants, services, and entertainment venues. Residents and companies are invited to purchase the eGift Cards at www.GiftNewark.com to support Newark’s local businesses as th...ey weather the COVID-19 storm. The Newark eGift Card Marketplace puts people just a click away from the unique local chefs, shops, and vendors that make the Newark community special. Anyone can buy and send the virtual gift card instantly to friends, family, employees, and even for yourself. It works electronically as a contactless solution with no hard copy or touch requirements with no expiration date. As further incentive, Newark is sweetening the deal by offering free bonus gifts: Purchase a $20 eGift and get a $5 bonus. A $40 eGift gets a $15 bonus (while supplies last, some limitations apply). The www.GiftNewark.com works like www.giftFremontGift.com, launched by the City of Fremont with the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. Both online Marketplaces offer something for everyone in a wide range of unique choices! Newark chose this program because it helps businesses who are suffering in the pandemic and because everyone in our community can safely buy gifts to support our merchants who have been hurting for several months, said Steven Turner, Community Development Director. This eGift Card program delivers two big benefits to businesses: it gets cash to businesses and helps drive marketing. This is the first program that truly benefits small business owners because the small business receives the money directly and immediately without waiting for a third party, said Lion Center property manager Fallon Tran. We are proud to be a part of communities like Newark and Fremont where we can provide a platform to help their local shops and restaurants get through the pandemic. We commend the highly diverse and dedicated team behind the Newark Marketplace that is engaging night and day in multiple languages to bring this to their community, commented Donna Novitsky, Yiftee co-founder and CEO. Research shows that 48% of every dollar spent at businesses headquartered locally remains in the local economy, while 14% of every dollar spent at national businesses stays local. This is a unique opportunity for small businesses in our community to keep their businesses alive, said Richard Lipsit, member of Newark’s Chamber of Commerce. This lets our community show support person by person, shop by shop. To purchase or learn more about the Newark eGift Card program, visit www.GiftNewark.com or reach out to [email protected] with questions or comments.

FREE FLU SHOTS / Vacunas contra la gripe GRATIS Saturday, December 5, 2020 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Newark Silliman Center - 6800 Mowry Avenue, Newark, CA

Don't delay, respond today! Time is running out to secure the federal funding and political power that our community deserves. The census is one of the most important ways you can fight for your community and have a voice in your future. TODAY October 15 is the last day to participate in the 2020 census. You can complete it online at www.my2020census.gov in just 10 minutes! Other options are to call 844-330-2020 or send back your paper form which it must be postmarked by today.

FLEX ALERT ISSUED TODAY - 3 p.m. - 10 p.m. PSPS and Flex Alerts are issued depending upon severe weather conditions and high electricity usage. The difference between a PSPS and Flex Alert is that PSPS occurs in response to severe weather such as combinations of high heat, strong winds, and low humidity. Areas designated to be a high fire threat experiencing these conditions based on forecasted weather will be notified one to two days in advanced and again several hours bef...ore with an estimated power shut-off start and restoration time. PSPS may last through the duration of the severe weather pattern plus another 12 hours of daylight to allow for power equipment inspections. The City of Newark is not scheduled to experience a PSPS this week. Flex Alerts however, are issued to advise consumers to voluntarily conserve electricity. High usage of electricity during times of high heat result in increased energy usage, such as the use of residential air conditioners for example which puts a stain on the available energy supply. As critical supply amounts during these times are reached, the local energy companies will cut power to areas to add to the available energy supply. These areas of high use can experience sudden power outages with little to no notice. Conservation measures during a Flex Alert include: Pre-cooling buildings by setting air conditioning thermostats lower than usual; charge electronic devices and electric vehicles; and run dishwashers, washers, dryers, and other major appliances before 3 p.m. After 3 p.m., set thermostat at 78 degrees or higher Cool with fans and draw drapes Turn off unnecessary lights and defer use of appliances With high temperatures in the forecast, the power grid operator predicts an increase in electricity demand, therefore, the California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, starting today from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. For information on Flex Alert, get more electricity conservation tips, and to sign up for conservation alerts, visit the ISO’s Flex Alert website at https://www.flexalert.org/

Have a Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy the holiday and remember... let's continue to stay safe and healthy by practicing COVID-19 safety protocols! Wear your mask, wash your hands often, and maintain 6' distance.

ALAMEDA COUNTY MOVES INTO THE ORANGE TIER State health officials announced today that Alameda County has proceeded into the Orange Tier of the color-coded four-tier Blueprint for a Safer Economy. This means that the state will allow additional activities to resume, with limited capacities. Alameda County however, is exercising caution and is proceeding slowly to avoid another surge in cases. As of today, there are no Orange Tier activities permitted in Alameda County. To... date, Alameda County has reopened several businesses and activities allowed under the Red Tier, including indoor nail salon services and gyms, indoor personal services, indoor museums, and hotels for leisure travel. Visit https://covid-19.acgov.org/reopening.page? for a list of approved open and closed businesses. Beginning Friday, October 16th, Alameda County will permit the opening of playgrounds. Caution must be taken that follow the State’s guidance at: https://www.cdph.ca.gov//Outdoor%20Playgrounds%20and%20oth Alameda County is preparing to update the local Health Officer Orders to permit additional activities during the week of October 26. They will also use the coming weeks to determine which, if any, additional activities may be considered for opening. If there is a spike in COVID-19 cases and a rise in hospitalizations, County health officials will take action to limit the spread and protect public health including resuming restrictions if need. Remember to wear a mask, keep at least six feet physical distance from anyone outside your household and wash your hand regularly. Alameda County Press Release October 13, 2020: https://covid-19.acgov.org//p/press-release-2020.10.13.pdf

NEWARK CARES - SMALL BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM REMINDER! The City of Newark is accepting applications for the Newark CARES Small Business Grant Program. It's a valuable program that will provide 40 eligible small businesses suffering from COVID-related losses with grants of $5,000 each to assist with supplies, payroll, and other business expenses. If the City receives more than 40 complete applications, a lottery will be held to select 40 grant recipients. Applications will be a...ccepted through 5:00PM, Friday, October 16th so get your application and materials submitted as soon as possible! Grant program details and application materials can be found on the City’s website: https://www.newark.org/departments/cares-funding Please share this valuable information!

NEWARK CARES - SMALL BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM The City of Newark is pleased to announce that the application period for the Newark CARES Small Business Grant Program is now open. The program will provide 40 eligible small businesses suffering from COVID-related losses with grants of $5,000 each to assist with supplies, payroll, and other business expenses. If the City receives more than 40 complete applications, a lottery will be held to select 40 grant recipients. Applications will be accepted through 5:00PM, Friday, October 16. Grant program details and application materials can be found on the City’s website: https://www.newark.org/departments/cares-funding

ALAMEDA COUNTY REOPENING PLAN UPDATES October 1, 2020 Alameda County Health officials have announced that it will allow for some additional indoor activities to resume, with limited capacity, beginning Friday, October 9. With its position in the Red Tier, based on the State of California's "Blueprint for a Safer Economy," the County will now allow the following activities beginning Friday, October 9: Hotels & lodging for tourism: fitness centers and indoor pools restricte...d Museums, zoos, & aquariums: indoor < 25% capacity Personal care services: indoors with modification; services requiring removal of face covering prohibited Libraries: <25% capacity Gyms and fitness centers: indoors < 10% capacity; restrictions on aerobic exercise and classes Outdoor film production per local guidance Elementary schools may open on October 13th if individual school districts feel ready to proceed with in-person learning. Middle and high schools may be considered in 4 12 weeks, as data trends permit. For consideration in the next 4 6 weeks, as data trends permit: Indoor retail: expand to 50% capacity Shopping centers: expand to 50% capacity, add food courts Indoor worship services: expand to 25% capacity or <100 people Indoor dining < 25% capacity or <100 people Indoor movie theatres <25% capacity or <100 people Outdoor cardrooms and satellite wagering The County also reported meeting a new equity metric required by the State, in that its testing positivity rates among the most disadvantaged neighborhoods are within the same range as the County's overall positivity rates. Read the Alameda County COVID-19 Health Emergency Press Release for details: https://www.newark.org/home/showdocument?id=6854

The Alameda County Fire Department and Alameda County Firefighters Association have officially launched their annual Holiday Toy Drive. For more information, visit https://www.alcoff55toys.com, e-mail [email protected] or call (925) 750-4064. Donations accepted until Thursday, December 24, 2020.

The new 880 Express Lanes, running from Oakland to Milpitas, will open and begin tolling this Friday, October 2. There are new rules for carpoolers, express lane hours, electric vehicles, and toll tag requirements. For more information, please visit the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) website at 511.org/driving/express-lanes/i-880-express-lanes. For a step-by-step guide on the new rules and how to use the lanes, please visit bit.ly/3jgqJ96.

Thank you Nicole Hui for participating in our "MASK ON NEWARK!" Selfie Contest! We were excited to receive it. Nicole's name will be entered into our contest for a chance to win a $50 gift card.

We have another entry to our "MASK ON NEWARK!" Selfie Contest! Thank you Frederick Mariano Jr. and Seneca Mariano for participating in our contest. Seneca and Frederick's names are being entered in the contest for a chance to win a $50 gift card.

Thank you Fiona Hui for entering our "MASK ON NEWARK!" Selfie Contest! We were excited to receive your photo. Fiona's name will be entered in our contest for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Contest ends tonight at 11:59 pm so there is still time to enter if you haven't already!

We've received another entry! Thank you Pedro Inguanzo for participating in our contest! We were excited to receive it! Pedro's name will be entered into our "MASK ON NEWARK!" Selfie Contest for a chance to win a $50 gift card!