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June 18, 2020: Californians Must Wear Face Coverings When in Higher-Risk Situations, Especially Indoors
Cloth face coverings or masks help reduce the spread of coronavirus especially when combined with physical distancing and frequent hand washing. Starting June 18, Californians must wear face coverings in common and public indoor spaces and outdoors when distancing is not possible. Learn more about the guidance and limited exceptions here.
California Department of Public Health
Californians must wear face coverings when they are in the situations listed below:
Californians must wear face coverings when they are in the situations listed below:
- Inside of, or in line to enter, any indoor public space;
- Obtaining services from the healthcare sector in settings including, but not limited to, a hospital, pharmacy, medical clinic, laboratory, physician or dental office, veterinary clinic, or blood bank;
- Waiting for or riding on public transportation or paratransit or while in a taxi, private car service, or ride-sharing vehicle;
- Engaged in work, whether at the workplace or performing work off-site, when:
- Interacting in-person with any member of the public;
- Working in any space visited by members of the public, regardless of whether anyone from the public is present at the time;
- Working in any space where food is prepared or packaged for sale or distribution to others;
- Working in or walking through common areas, such as hallways, stairways, elevators, and parking facilities;
- In any room or enclosed area where other people (except for members of the person’s own household or residence) are present when unable to physically distance.
- Driving or operating any public transportation or paratransit vehicle, taxi, or private car service or ride-sharing vehicle when passengers are present. When no passengers are present, face coverings are strongly recommended.
- While outdoors in public spaces when maintaining a physical distance of six feet from persons who are not members of the same household or residence is not feasible.
- Children aged two and under;
- Persons with a medical, mental health, or developmental disability that prevents wearing a face covering;
- Persons who are hearing impaired, or communicating with a person who is hearing impaired, where the ability to see the mouth is essential for communication;
- Persons for whom wearing a face covering would create a risk to the person related to their work, as determined by local, state, or federal regulators or workplace safety guidelines.
- Persons who are obtaining a service involving the nose or face for which temporary removal of the face covering is necessary to perform the service;
- Persons who are seated at a restaurant or other establishment that offers food or beverage service, while they are eating or drinking, provided that they are able to maintain a distance of at least six feet away from persons who are not members of the same household or residence;
- Persons who are engaged in outdoor work or recreation such as swimming, walking, hiking, bicycling, or running, when alone or with household members, and when they are able to maintain a distance of at least six feet from others;
- Persons who are incarcerated. Prisons and jails, as part of their mitigation plans, will have specific guidance on the wearing of face coverings of masks for both inmates and staff.
Butte County Reopens
As Butte County begins to reopen from restriction in place from the Governor's "Stay at Home" order for both residents and low-risk and high-risk businesses, the following information is important to limit and slow the spread of COVID-19 in our county. We are now moving into Stage 2, where some lower-risk workplaces can gradually open with adaptations. The state is issuing guidance to help these workplaces reopen safely.
http://www.buttecounty.net/publichealth/buttereopens
As Butte County begins to reopen from restriction in place from the Governor's "Stay at Home" order for both residents and low-risk and high-risk businesses, the following information is important to limit and slow the spread of COVID-19 in our county. We are now moving into Stage 2, where some lower-risk workplaces can gradually open with adaptations. The state is issuing guidance to help these workplaces reopen safely.
http://www.buttecounty.net/publichealth/buttereopens
STAGE 2B Sector Mitigation Measures (prerequisites for opening):
General Business, Office (Reopen May 9th)
Retail (Reopen May 9th)
Manufacturing (Reopen May 9th)
Restaurants (Reopen May 12th); Butte County Reopening Dine-In Food Safety Check List
Child Care (Reopen May 9th):
Childcare guidance provided by the CDC
Childcare guidance provided by the State
Paddle Sports / Paddle Sport Rental Facilities (May 29th)
Religious Services & Cultural Ceremonies (May 25th)
Hair Salons & Barbershops (May 26th)
June 12, 2020: New Personal Care Services permitted to reopen in Butte County because of local variance.
PERMITTED REOPEN DATE: JUNE 19, 2020
General Business, Office (Reopen May 9th)
Retail (Reopen May 9th)
Manufacturing (Reopen May 9th)
Restaurants (Reopen May 12th); Butte County Reopening Dine-In Food Safety Check List
Child Care (Reopen May 9th):
Childcare guidance provided by the CDC
Childcare guidance provided by the State
Paddle Sports / Paddle Sport Rental Facilities (May 29th)
Religious Services & Cultural Ceremonies (May 25th)
Hair Salons & Barbershops (May 26th)
June 12, 2020: New Personal Care Services permitted to reopen in Butte County because of local variance.
PERMITTED REOPEN DATE: JUNE 19, 2020
- Facials, Electrolysis, and Waxing Services
- Esthetician, Skin Care, and Cosmetology Services
- Nail Salons
- Electrology Services
- Body Art, Tattoo Parlors, and Piercing Shops
- Massage Therapy
Opening Further into Stage 3
New sectors permitted to reopen in Butte County because of local variance (recommended reopening June 12)
Download the Self-Certification Window Placard (This placard to self certify you are ready to open)
Resilience Roadmap (as of May 7, 2020)
County Variance (as of May 7, 2020)
What is STAGE 2?
Lower-risk workplaces: Gradually open retail (curbside only), manufacturing and logistics. Later, relax retail restrictions, adapt and reopen schools, child care, offices and limited hospitality, personal services.
Can open with modifications:
Lower-risk workplaces: Gradually open retail (curbside only), manufacturing and logistics. Later, relax retail restrictions, adapt and reopen schools, child care, offices and limited hospitality, personal services.
Can open with modifications:
- Curbside retail, including but not limited to: Bookstores, jewelry stores, toy stores, clothing stores, shoe stores, home and furnishing stores, sporting goods stores, antique stores, music stores, florists. Note: this will be phased-in, starting first with curbside pickup and delivery only until further notice.
- Supply chains supporting the above businesses, in manufacturing and logistical sectors
- Destination retail, including shopping malls and swap meets.
- Personal services, limited to: car washes, pet grooming, tanning facilities, and landscape gardening.
- Office-based businesses (telework remains strongly encouraged)
- Dine-in restaurants (other facility amenities, like bars or gaming areas, are not permitted)
- Schools and childcare facilities
- Outdoor museums and open gallery spaces
- Personal services such as nail salons, tattoo parlors, gyms and fitness studios
- Hospitality services, such as bars and lounges
- Entertainment venues, such as movie theaters, gaming facilities, and pro sports
- Indoor museums, kids museums and gallery spaces, zoos, and libraries
- Community centers, including public pools, playgrounds, and picnic areas
- Religious services and cultural ceremonies
- Nightclubs
- Concert venues
- Festivals
- Theme parks
- Hotels/lodging for leisure and tourism
Stay at Home Order
On March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-33-20 directing all residents immediately to heed current State public health directives to stay home, except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of essential critical infrastructure sectors and additional sectors as the State Public Health Officer may designate as critical to protect health and well-being of all Californians.
On March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-33-20 directing all residents immediately to heed current State public health directives to stay home, except as needed to maintain continuity of operations of essential critical infrastructure sectors and additional sectors as the State Public Health Officer may designate as critical to protect health and well-being of all Californians.
Department of Homeland Security Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce (CISA)
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) executes the Secretary of Homeland Security’s authorities to secure critical infrastructure. Consistent with these authorities, CISA has developed, in collaboration with other federal agencies, State and local governments, and the private sector, an “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce” advisory list. This list is intended to help State, local, tribal and territorial officials as they work to protect their communities, while ensuring continuity of functions critical to public health and safety, as well as economic and national security. Decisions informed by this list should also take into consideration additional public health considerations based on the specific COVID-19-related concerns of particular jurisdictions. Full Memorandum on Identification of Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers During COVID-19 Response CLICK HERE
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) executes the Secretary of Homeland Security’s authorities to secure critical infrastructure. Consistent with these authorities, CISA has developed, in collaboration with other federal agencies, State and local governments, and the private sector, an “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce” advisory list. This list is intended to help State, local, tribal and territorial officials as they work to protect their communities, while ensuring continuity of functions critical to public health and safety, as well as economic and national security. Decisions informed by this list should also take into consideration additional public health considerations based on the specific COVID-19-related concerns of particular jurisdictions. Full Memorandum on Identification of Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers During COVID-19 Response CLICK HERE
Identifying Essential Critical Infrastructure Workers CLICK HERE
Tenant Rights
Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order to Protect Renters and Homeowners During COVID-19 Pandemic
For full Executive Order CLICK HERE
"The City of Chico has passed an eviction moratorium in response to providing protection to both residential and commercial tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is in place until May 31, 2020, but could be extended. There are several important steps to be eligible for these protections but the first step is communicating often and early with your commercial landlord or housing provider. We are all in this together, if you can pay rent you should, if you can't you may request a delay in rent payment until you receive financial support through the SBA funding, unemployment, or other sources of income." - Jennifer Morris, Executive Director, North Valley Property Owners Association (NVPOA)
The Chico City Council passed Resolution 7-20 at its March 21, 2020 meeting which in part includes: SECTION 9. Protection of Affected Tenants. a. It is hereby ordered that no landlord shall evict a residential or commercial tenant in the City of Chico during this local emergency period if the tenant is able to demonstrate an inability to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19. To read the resolution in its entirety CLICK HERE
Governor Newsom Issues Executive Order to Protect Renters and Homeowners During COVID-19 Pandemic
For full Executive Order CLICK HERE
"The City of Chico has passed an eviction moratorium in response to providing protection to both residential and commercial tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is in place until May 31, 2020, but could be extended. There are several important steps to be eligible for these protections but the first step is communicating often and early with your commercial landlord or housing provider. We are all in this together, if you can pay rent you should, if you can't you may request a delay in rent payment until you receive financial support through the SBA funding, unemployment, or other sources of income." - Jennifer Morris, Executive Director, North Valley Property Owners Association (NVPOA)
The Chico City Council passed Resolution 7-20 at its March 21, 2020 meeting which in part includes: SECTION 9. Protection of Affected Tenants. a. It is hereby ordered that no landlord shall evict a residential or commercial tenant in the City of Chico during this local emergency period if the tenant is able to demonstrate an inability to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19. To read the resolution in its entirety CLICK HERE
Additional Resources
City of Chico: COVID-219 Exposure Reduction Recommendations for Chico Business
Beginning April 20, 2020, the City is visiting open businesses to strongly encourage implementation of exposure reduction protocols. Effective exposure reduction is key to fighting this virus, and effective efforts in exposure reduction lessen the need for more restrictive measures placed upon businesses.
To view the protocol elements, click here.
To view the physical protocol that will be posted at the entrance of a business, click here.
For more information, click backround.
Report a Code Violation
Code Violation Hotline: 530.879.6330 or codeenforcement@chicoca.gov
Department of Fair Employment and Housing
City of Chico: COVID-219 Exposure Reduction Recommendations for Chico Business
Beginning April 20, 2020, the City is visiting open businesses to strongly encourage implementation of exposure reduction protocols. Effective exposure reduction is key to fighting this virus, and effective efforts in exposure reduction lessen the need for more restrictive measures placed upon businesses.
To view the protocol elements, click here.
To view the physical protocol that will be posted at the entrance of a business, click here.
For more information, click backround.
Report a Code Violation
Code Violation Hotline: 530.879.6330 or codeenforcement@chicoca.gov
Department of Fair Employment and Housing
COVID-19 Scams & Fraud Schemes
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), fraudsters are targeting small businesses owners during these economically difficult times. In addition, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has urged taxpayers to be on the lookout for a surge of calls and email phishing attempts about the Coronavirus, or COVID-19. These contacts can lead to tax-related fraud and identity theft. Below are some important alerts we believe you should be aware of during this season.
SBA Scams & Fraud Schemes
Grants
Report any suspected fraud to OIG’s Hotline at 800-767-0385 or online at, https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/oversight-advocacy/office-inspector-general/office-inspector-general-hotline.
IRS Frauds & Schemes
The IRS reminds taxpayers that scammers may:
Those who receive unsolicited emails, text messages or social media attempts to gather information that appear to be from either the IRS or an organization closely linked to the IRS, such as the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), should forward it to phishing@irs.gov.
SBA Scams & Fraud Schemes
Grants
- SBA does not initiate contact on either 7a or Disaster loans or grants. If you are proactively contacted by someone claiming to be from the SBA, suspect fraud.
- If you are contacted by someone promising to get approval of an SBA loan, but requires any payment up front or offers a high interest bridge loan in the interim, suspect fraud.
- If you are in the process of applying for an SBA loan and receive email correspondence asking for PII, ensure that the referenced application number is consistent with the actual application number.
- Look out for phishing attacks/scams utilizing the SBA logo. These may be attempts to obtain your personally identifiable information (PII),to obtain personal banking access, or to install ransomware/malware on your computer.
- Any email communication from SBA will come from accounts ending with sba.gov.
- The presence of an SBA logo on a web page does not guaranty the information is accurate or endorsed by SBA. Please cross-reference any information you receive with information available at www.sba.gov.
Report any suspected fraud to OIG’s Hotline at 800-767-0385 or online at, https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/oversight-advocacy/office-inspector-general/office-inspector-general-hotline.
IRS Frauds & Schemes
The IRS reminds taxpayers that scammers may:
- Emphasize the words "Stimulus Check" or "Stimulus Payment." The official term is economic impact payment.
- Ask the taxpayer to sign over their economic impact payment check to them.
- Ask by phone, email, text or social media for verification of personal and/or banking information saying that the information is needed to receive or speed up their economic impact payment.
- Suggest that they can get a tax refund or economic impact payment faster by working on the taxpayer's behalf. This scam could be conducted by social media or even in person.
- Mail the taxpayer a bogus check, perhaps in an odd amount, then tell the taxpayer to call a number or verify information online in order to cash it.
Those who receive unsolicited emails, text messages or social media attempts to gather information that appear to be from either the IRS or an organization closely linked to the IRS, such as the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), should forward it to phishing@irs.gov.
Zoom Interview with Chris Constantin, Assistant City Manager, City of Chico
"Every Chico Business is Essential"
April 15, 2020
Full Interview HERE
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