Published on March 10, 2020
Starting today, March 10, through March 24, the City is cancelling or postponing non-essential City-sponsored events with an estimated 100+ people to limit exposure to COVID-19 and increase the well-being of all members of our community. Similar actions are being taken in other cities in the Bay Area. Cancelled or postponed events include the following:
At this time, City Council meetings as well as Board and Commission meetings are scheduled to continue. The City will update the Community on other closures or postponements. If you have any questions, please direct them to Sarah Henry at shenry@alamedaca.gov or 510-747-4714. We will continue to update our website at www.alamedaca.gov/alerts about measures we are taking to keep our community safe. We know a lot of hard work and planning goes into these events and are very grateful for your understanding. If we decide to extend event closures beyond March 24, we will post an update.
The California Health and Human Services Agency has stated that of those who have tested positive for COVID-19, 80% do not exhibit symptoms that would require hospitalization. But you can still pass on the virus to others. Everyone has a role to play -- protecting yourself, your family, and our most vulnerable community members. So much comes down to these common sense steps:
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation!
Please note a new FAQ (PDF, 169KB)(PDF, 169KB) has been issued from the Alameda County Public Health Department.
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