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Thrive Events
Environment & Sustainability TAG: Safer Streets & Public Transit Fleets
Thurs, February 24, 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Join Thrive to learn more about how the San Mateo County Transportation sector is addressing climate change. We will discuss the future of public transportation as more people return to commuting. We will cover transit infrastructure including bicycle, pedestrian, and public transit options, charging and zero-emission transportation, and how transportation decisions affect low-income communities.
Redwood City is excited to announce the launch of The People’s Budget. Redwood City wants to hear from you on how to spend $1 million of one-time funds to positively serve or improve the community. Share your ideas through the online Idea Submission Form.
Redwood City will be hosting the following informational workshops:
In-Person • Wed, February 9,12:00 - 4:00 pm • Sat, February 19,12:00 - 4:00 pm Location: Downtown Redwood City Public Library, 1044 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA 94063
Silicon Valley Community Foundation: Apply for an Arts & Culture Community Action Grant
Deadline: Fri, February 11
Silicon Valley Community Foundation is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations for the SVCF's Arts & Culture Community Action Grants. These grants support BIPOC- (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) led arts and cultural organizations and allied organizations that prioritize nurturing artistic and cultural expressions, building community, partnering to create community-driven solutions and catalyzing social change in communities of color.
Note: There will be a virtual information sessionon Fri, January 28 from 10:00 - 11:00am. To register click here.
San Mateo County Health: Health Officials Encourage Boosters, Masking and Testing
Guidance on masking, including types of masks and respirators used to prevent the transmission of COVID-19, has been updated on the CDC website. In addition, the booster clinic at the Event Center has updated its schedule. The clinic will no longer be open on Tuesdays but will continue to operate on Wednesdays through Saturdays from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. All County-operated clinic locations are listed here. Appointments via MyTurn are suggested but not required.
County of San Mateo: Opportunities Available on County Boards, Commissions & Committees
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for appointment to the following boards, commissions and committees. All positions are volunteer and a great way to make a difference in the civic life of your community:
To apply and for application deadlines, click here.
Choose Local San Mateo County App Adds More Cities
The cities of Burlingame and San Bruno are now participating in the Choose Local San Mateo County program, joining Daly City, Half Moon Bay, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Redwood City, San Carlos, San Mateo, South San Francisco and North Fair Oaks. Choose Local empowers residents, workers, and visitors in San Mateo County to shop local and invest in independent businesses that create local jobs and economic vitality. App users are rewarded with SMC Points for supporting local and independent businesses recovering from pandemic impacts.
Community Events
One Life Counseling Services: San Jose Sharks Fan Appreciation Night Game
Sat, April 23, 5:00 pm
One Life Counseling Services would like to extend the opportunity for nonprofits members to enjoy a discounted rate to the San Jose Sharks Fan Appreciation Night game with proceeds supporting One Life Counseling Services. Each ticket includes a full-arena Fan Appreciation jersey giveaway and you are also welcome to bid on a Sharks players worn warm up jersey that will be auctioned off the night of the game.
For COVID-19 health and vaccine information for San Mateo County, visit San Mateo County Health.
COVID-19 Communications
The County of San Mateo Office of Community Affairs provides these COVID-19 prevention, testing, and vaccination communications for you to share with your community. For additional communications click here.
Anxiety, isolation, and loss due to the #COVID19 pandemic have all impacted the #MentalHealth of our country’s children & their families. @Surgeon_General’s #YouthMentalHealth Advisory is a call-to-action with steps we can all take to support our youth. http://surgeongeneral.gov/ymh
Free at-home #COVID19 tests from the federal government are here. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 tests. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.
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