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Update Regarding COVID-19 - (3/16/2020)
Regarding COVID-19
On March 12th Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Short Version of the order allows for:
- At the discretion of the Employment Development Department waves the week waiting period for people who are unemployed/disabled as a result of COVID-19 for the duration of the emergency.
- Delays the deadline for state tax filing by 60 days for individuals and businesses unable to file on time based on compliance with public health requirements related to COVID-19.
- Allows the state to commandeer property for temporary residences and medical facilities for quarantining, isolating, or treating individuals.
- Allows local and state legislative bodies to hold meetings via teleconference and make meeting accessible electronically.
- Directs residents to follow the public health directives and recommendations regarding COVID-19.
Sunday March 15th, Governor Newsom held a Press Conference giving new health directives:
- Recommendation for all residents who have chronic illnesses or are over the age of 65 to self-quarantine at home.
- Recommendation for all bars, wineries, and brewpubs to close.
- Recommendation for all restaurants to halve their capacity and create the recommended six feet of distance between patrons.
The EDD has launched a COVID-19 webpage with more information about Disability Insurance Claims and resources for residents experiencing work related problems. You can visit it at https://www.edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htm.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released some helpful tips on how to protect yourself from the Virus, the website is https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/prevention.html.
As of today, the state legislature is meeting to discuss what their next steps will be. More information with be provided as we receive updates. Stay Safe.
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