Join the countywide coalition of Community Organizations Active in Disasters (COAD), Thrive RISE for our May Monthly Meeting. We will be discussing strategies for meeting community needs during the approaching summer months, with a focus on:
Understanding heat impacts on health
Emma Hunter, County of San Mateo Health Emergency Preparedness
Community-based heat preparedness and mitigation
Ever Rodriguez, North Fair Oaks Community Alliance
County efforts to coordinate cooling centers
Kevin Foiles, County of San Mateo Department of Emergency Management
All organizations are welcome, regardless of sector or experience in responding to community emergencies. Registration is not required.
Thrive RISE (Resilience in Shared Emergencies): Communication and Coordination Between Nonprofits and Government in Disasters
Thurs, June 8, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, In-Person
Strong partnerships between government agencies and nonprofits are a crucial component of equitable disaster response and recovery. This 2-hour panel and discussion hosted at the Regional Operations Center in Redwood City will provide an overview of how nonprofits and government effectively communicate before, during, and after disasters to improve community outcomes.
Panelists include:
Don Mattei, Director, County of San Mateo Department of Emergency Management
David Pucci, Deputy Fire Chief, Redwood City Fire Department
San Mateo County Board of Supervisors Appoints New Health Officer
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has announced the appointment of Dr. Kismet Baldwin-Santana as County Health Officer to succeed Dr. Scott Morrow, who is retiring after 31 years of service to the County. Dr. Baldwin-Santana will join the County of San Mateo on Aug 7, 2023. Dr. Morrow will continue to serve as County Health Officer until that time. To learn more click here.
County Celebrates National Foster Care Awareness Month
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has declared May 2023 as Foster Care Awareness Month, a time to recognize that everyone can play a part in enhancing the lives of children and youth in foster care. To learn more click here.
Board of Supervisors Declares June 2 as National Gun Violence Awareness Day
The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to recognize June 2, 2023, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Residents are encouraged to “honor those whose lives are cut short and the countless survivors who are injured by shootings every day,” according to the proclamation introduced by Supervisor Dave Pine, president of the Board of Supervisors, and Supervisor Noelia Corzo. To learn more click here.
Board of Supervisors to Study Impact of Opioids, Fentanyl in San Mateo County
The Board of Supervisorswill take a hard look at the damage fentanyl and opioids are inflicting on San Mateo County residents at a special study session. County Health will lead the study session titled, “The Opioid & Fentanyl Crisis in San Mateo County: An Overview,” which will examine the evolution and extent of the opioid crisis locally, share a recovering client’s perspective, note what’s working and where gaps lie and recommend actions. To learn more click here.
Community Events
Pacifica Pride: 2nd Annual Pride Celebration
Sat, June 3, 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Visitors and residents are invited to gather at the Ingrid B. Lacy School for the 2nd Annual Pride Celebration and affirm community values, ensuring that residents of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expression are treated with respect and dignity.
Note: The parade kicks off on Palmetto Avenue at 11:00 am. From 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, the festival will be at Ingrid B. Lacy School with performances, tabling by local community groups, and a youth music area.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Management Basics – Part 1
Tues, June 6, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Are you leading a team with limited formal training on what it takes to be a successful people manager or struggling with management and looking for a refresher on management leading practices? Join the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) to learn how to set expectations, manage performance day-to-day, and review human resources best practices. Additionally, they will offer leading practices and strategies for managing and working remotely as well as resources to help staff cope during difficult times.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Management Basics - Part 2
Tues, June 6, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
People are your organization's most valuable resource, and effective team management can be one of your biggest opportunities for impact, especially during times of crisis. Effective leaders proactively address issues within teams that would otherwise contribute to a culture of distrust and resentment. Join The Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) for a discussion designed to provide strategies to build a culture founded on belonging and trust (increasingly important in a virtual setting) by exploring working styles and setting expectations.
Sustainable San Mateo County: WATTs NEXT? Sparking Electrification for All
Wed, June 7, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Come join a highly interactive event as Sustainable San Mateo County explores how to best shape Home Electrification 2.0 in San Mateo County. This is a unique opportunity to share your comments regarding Peninsula Clean Energy's proposed plan for its new building electrification program strategy.
Speakers: Scott Mellberg, Sustainability Programs Administrator, Utilities Department, City of Palo Alto; Tony Willcox, a San Mateo County resident, and Peninsula Clean Energy 2023 All-Electric Leader Award winner; Blake Herrschaft, PE, LEED AP, Building Electrification Programs Manager, Peninsula Clean Energy
Join Acterra for their upcoming Public Comment Workshop. These recurring workshops hosted by Acterra's Student Ambassadors Program (ASAP) are to help students (high school or college) build skills and confidence.
During this workshop, participants will:
Hear from experienced advocates
Get advice on speaking up and making public comments in settings like city council meetings and town halls
Find out about upcoming climate action opportunities in the Bay Area where you can make a difference
The guest for this workshop will be experienced advocate John McKenna of Sierra Club Loma Prieta and 350SV Menlo Park, who will discuss electrification efforts and ordinances around homes and buildings.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Nonprofit Board Essentials
Thurs, June 8, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Calling all new board members or those interested in exploring board service! Join the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) for a chance to go over the basic responsibilities of nonprofit board service to help board leaders understand their commitment and to set appropriate expectations between staff and board. Additionally, they will explore ways for nonprofit board members to maximize support of the organization's mission.
Acterra: Green@Home Workshop - Planning for Electrification (Virtual)
Thurs, June 8, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Do you want to make your home more efficient (and reduce carbon emissions to help the planet) and want to think strategically about electrification? Join Acterra for their new Green@Home Workshop to learn from electrification expert Tom Kabat about the different home appliances and upgrades to prioritize, including everything from heat pumps to solar rooftops. You’ll also learn how to address common issues, like electrical panel size, wiring, and load management.
Note: This event is sponsored by Peninsula Clean Energy.
San Mateo County's 11th Annual Pride Celebration: Free to Be Me in 2023
Sat, June 10, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
You are invited to attend San Mateo County's 11th Annual Pride Celebration. This event will have a live DJ, resource and vendor booths, family-friendly activities, and more. Come celebrate the community's effort to build a connected, supportive, and well San Mateo County for all.
Note: Don’t forget to attend the first annual San Mateo County Pride Parade! The San Mateo County Pride Celebration is in its 11th year, providing a space for inclusion, belonging, and community. So it's about time to add a parade to the mix. The parade is FREE to attend and open to all. The parade starts at 10:00 am.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): Understanding Nonprofit Financials
Wed, June 14, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
As a nonprofit executive or board member, gaining a true understanding of your organization’s financials and making strategic decisions, as a result, can increase your organization's long-term impact, perhaps more than any other leadership skill. This class will explore the basic elements of common nonprofit financial statements, review basic "financial jargon," and discuss the nuances of accounting in the nonprofit sector. Participants will leave with an understanding of how they can use this financial information to make timely, strategic decisions.
Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN): International Branding - You and Your Organization
Thurs, June 22, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Branding, when done right, makes clear who we are, what we do and value, and why. This applies to individuals and organizations alike. In their “Intentional Branding: You and Your Organization” workshop, the Center for Excellence in Nonprofits (CEN) will help you define your personal professional brand and do so in service and support of your organization’s brand as well. They will also focus on sharpening your understanding of and the ways you message your individual and organizational brands.
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