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For the week of September 7, 2020

This week's stories

• Build COVID-19 preparedness into your emergency kit
• Bike to Whenever during September 2020
• Help slow the spread of COVID-19
• September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Upcoming public meetings

• Tuesday, September 8, 5 p.m. 
   City Council meeting agenda 
• Wednesday, September 9, 7 p.m.
   Complete Streets Commission meeting agenda
• Monday, September 14, 7 p.m. 
   Planning Commission meeting 
• Tuesday, August 25, 5 p.m. 
   City Council special meeting

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Upcoming events

• Tuesday, September 8, 2 p.m. 
   Seeing Through Stigma: Overcoming the Stigma of
   Mental Health Issues 
• Wednesday, September 9, 2 p.m.
   Virtual Tour: The California Museum
• Monday, September 10, 4 p.m. 
   Xtreme Science Magic
• Tuesday, September 11, 6 p.m. 
   “Shelter-in-Play” Virtual Bingo Night
• View all events
  City calendar

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Build COVID-19 preparedness into your emergency kit

September is National Preparedness Month and this year’s reminder includes updated recommendations to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the aftermath of a disaster. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may...Click to continue


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Bike to Whenever during September 2020

Traditionally Bike to Work Day is in May, but this spring it was canceled due to COVID-19. This year, celebrate with us and many communities for Bike to Wherever Days held throughout September. Enjoy the last days of summer and the warm weather. If you are looking for a break from working at home or distance learning, get outside and go for a bike ride. Please remember to keep yourself and others safe by keeping your distance and wearing a face covering. The Bay Area rides together, even if it’s virtual this year…Click to continue


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Help slow the spread of COVID-19

Members of the public and workers at essential businesses are required to wear face coverings outside the home for certain activities and in places of business, which is intended to slow the spread of COVID-19. Face coverings need to cover the nose and mouth. By wearing a mask or cloth face covering, you can slow the spread of COVID-19. Who needs a mask? • Anyone going outside their home • Workers in customer-facing industries • Workers in offices, factories, or any group setting • Doctors, nurses, and other…Click to continue


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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and a time to share resources to shed light on this important topic. Suicide prevention is a collection of efforts to reduce the risk of suicide and the goal is to reduce factors that increase risk and increase factors that promote resilience. We use this month to reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness and connect individuals with suicidal…Click to continue


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